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Keep out! Region backs Poowong CSG protest By Jacob de Kunder and Sarah Vella
MORE than 450 people united in Poowong on Sunday to mark the declaration of the first CSG free community in Victoria.
Lock the gate: Kirra Moon-Curry of Poowong encouraged fellow Poowong residents Kristy Uren and Casey Kamphuis to jump on the anti-CSG mailing list.
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Event-goers made a human sign over 50 metres long on the Poowong Recreation Reserve, spelling out ‘WE R CSG FREE’, while a Cessna Bird Dog plane flew from Melbourne to photograph the spectacle from the sky. “This is a simple message to the gas miners in their faraway offices: don’t come to Gippsland,” said event organiser Ursula Alquier. “Our precious water, our abundant agricultural industries and our way of life are all far too important for us to be interested in a risky and invasive industry like coal mining or coal seam gas.” The event was held in response to miners seeking licences to explore for coal seam gas in South Gippsland. Anti-CSG group Lock the Gate Gippsland has major concerns for the region’s future after mining chief’s Gina Rinehart’s (Hancock Prospecting P/L) multi million dollar investment in Gippsland based company Lakes Oil. Co-founder of Lock the Gate Gippsland, Richard Kickbush, said the recent investment in Lakes Oil will give the company a bigger war chest to fight protesters. “This may increase their ability to ‘push through’ with mining development, in spite of the community’s reservations and safety concerns still surrounding on-shore gas acquisition,” he said. Lakes Oil chairman Rob Annells said the capital raised through the Hancock Prospecting P/L investment would enable Lakes to progress its planned oil and gas activities. Mr Annells does not believe in the ad hoc fracturing of land, be it in Gippsland or anywhere in Australia. “The Federal Government has some recommendations and the State Government is looking at those and will hopefully soon release guidelines, which we will be happy to fall in line with,” he said. Continued on page 6.
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Country women converge LADIES of the Gippsland Hills Country Women’s Association held their annual state conference in Leongatha on Saturday. Groups from all over the region came together to report on the past year and lis-
ten to guest speaker and Victorian CWA president Carol Clay. Branches within the Gippsland Hills group include Bena, Inverloch, Kardella, Korumburra, Leongatha, Leongatha Twilgiht Chicks, Meeniyan, Mirboo and Woorayl.
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In and out: Bryce Phillips, Melbourne Legacy president, Alex Moon, incoming president for the South Gippsland Legacy Group, and Russell Spencer, outgoing president.
New leader for Legacy ALEX Moon is the new president of the South Gippsland Group of Melbourne Legacy. He took over the position from outgoing president of two years Russell Spencer. Mr Moon said it was an honour to be in the position. “What we do is fantastic and the joy you get from helping the widows is amazing,” he said. “These widows expect nothing but they deserve everything.” Bryce Phillips, Melbourne Legacy president, was present to congratulate Mr Moon on his appointment.
Guitar assault A MAN was hit with a guitar during an unprovoked assault in Inverloch last week. Around 3.20am last Sunday, the 22-year-old victim was walking along A’Beckett Street with a friend when three men began to verbally abuse them. Wonthaggi Police Senior Sergeant Trevor Teer said the victim ignored the males, but was then assaulted by one of the men who struck the victim in the face with a black guitar he was carrying. “The offender struck the victim four or five more times to the chest and back with the guitar,” he said.
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“The offender then struck the victim’s friend with the guitar to the right arm.” Snr Sgt Teer said the offender jumped on the victim’s back in an effort to get him onto the ground, before punching him in the face. “The victim received facial injuries and a possible broken nose,” he said. Police said the offender is said to be in his early twenties, about 170cm tall with dark hair and a dark complexion, and possibly Aboriginal. Anyone with information regarding the assault can contact Bass Coast Criminal Investigation Unit on 5671 4100.
Movie under stars Inverloch girls: Bethany Scott, Emily McGillivray, Sophia Hughes and Rahini Mann, students at Newhaven College, had a ball at their school’s premier Moonlight Movie Night last Friday on the college oval. The beautiful balmy night attracted a good crowd who dined out on delicious food, jumping castles, and fun activities and family favourite movie, We bought a Zoo.
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City key to water relief
KORUMBURRA’S looming water crisis could have been averted if the town had been connected to the Melbourne water supply.
South Gippsland Water’s managing director Phillipe du Plessis said the authority has been pushing for that connection for some time. That would include access to desalinated water from Wonthaggi. As it is, Korumburra customers will be forced on to stage two water restrictions from midnight tonight (Tuesday, February 19). The corporation anticipates that Korumburra will be moved to stage three restrictions within the next month, with all systems being monitored closely. The recent dry weather has been something out of the box. Rainfall from January 1, 2013 to February 15 has totalled just 33.8mm for the Coalition Creek storages. During the same time in 2006 – when the region was in the grip of worst drought in living memory - the Coalition Creek storages recorded 50mm. “Due to continued dry weather conditions and the current storage levels of the Coalition Creek Water Supply System from midnight Tuesday, February 19, South Gippsland Water is activating stage two water restrictions for Korumburra and customers of the Coalition Creek water supply system,” Mr du Plessis said. “South Gippsland Water is continuing to monitor all systems and other townships may see restrictions activated.” Coalition Creek is at 48 per cent of its capacity. Mr du Plessis said South Gippsland Water put its Long Term Water Supply Demand Strategy “in the public domain for consultation over the last 18 months”. “This strategy proposes to secure the water supply for the corporation’s northern townships including Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora by connecting these townships to Lance Creek Reservoir and utilising the Melbourne supply system as a back-up in extreme dry conditions,” he said. “A business case has been previously been lodged with the government and a detailed application for funding is currently being prepared.” Mr du Plessis said South Gippsland Water was “aware of the need to secure additional water supplies for Korumburra over the long term and this is being pursued”. “However, in the short term the corporation has existing measures in place
to supplement water supplies should this be needed in the coming months,” he said. “South Gippsland Water will utilise the bulk water entitlement it has for the Tarwin River and existing pipe work to supplement supplies as storages get lower.” Mr du Plessis said Korumburra’s water supply ran dry quicker because it “relies on three relatively small reservoirs with a small catchment area totalling only six square kilometres”. “The small catchment area limits augmentation of the reservoir with no guarantee that the reservoir would fill, even if it was expanded,” he said. “The system relies on an annual cycle of fill over winter and empty over summer. With the size of the catchment area and reservoirs, the corporation finds that this cycle tends to occur over a short period of time, with storages dropping off and re-filling quite rapidly.” Stage one water restrictions at Korumburra came into effect on January 31. At the end of October, the holding was 88 per cent full. Yesterday (Monday), it had dropped to 48 per cent. According to South Gippsland Water’s website, the system holds a total of 658 megalitres when it’s full. Halve that and the problem becomes obvious for a population of 3348. A megalitre equates to roughly the contents of an Olympic sized swimming pool. There was a short, sharp burst of rain last Thursday, but in Leongatha, that only meant 5mm. The tipping point for the most severe restrictions, stage four, is when the Korumburra storage plummets to just over 100 megalitres. You may not hose paving, concrete or other hard areas except in an emergency or for health or construction reasons. Vehicles can be washed using a high pressure cleaning device, hand held hose with a trigger nozzle or bucket or watering can. Mr du Plessis implores all Korumburra and Coalition Creek customers to “activate water conservation practices”. The last time any of South Gippsland Water’s systems were on restrictions was in 2008. Other smaller systems such as Leongatha and Fish Creek are being closely watched. Full details of the stage two restrictions are available at www.sgwater.com. au or by ringing 1300 851 636.
Kids galore: back, Elly Egan and Taylor Clark; front from left, Amelia Dunn, Kaitlyn Gale, director Peter McAlpine and Hayden Lindsay. Although Lyric has been overwhelmed by children, few adults have stepped forward.
Adults only please DIRECTOR Peter McAlpine has been overwhelmed by dozens of potential Munchkins and other pint sized players for Lyric Theatre’s production of The Wizard of Oz. Auditions were held last weekend, as well as last night (Monday). Another one will occur tonight (Tuesday) and tomorrow between 7pm and 10pm. But according to Mr
McAlpine, adult actors seem to be under the misapprehension there are few adult roles on offer. In fact, there are about 20 adult roles up for grabs. “Amongst those who have auditioned there have been some fantastic performances, and some real surprises,” he said. Mr McAlpine admitted to not liking the audition process, as there were always disappointments. “You try to make it all as painless as possible. Really we’re looking for the timbre in people’s
voices, and their diction,” he said. “If they take direction well that’s usually a good sign. Most of the kids we don’t know. They can walk in and open their mouth and really surprise. “Our main problem at the moment is that we need more adults to audition. We welcome adult actors to come to audition tonight or tomorrow night. They can turn up and we’ll slot them in.” Call president Glenda Smith on 5655 1163 for more details or to book an
Body found POLICE are looking for witnesses that may have spoken to or seen a man before he was found dead on Sunday. The 57-year-old Glen Iris man was found floating face down in shallow water at F Break Beach in Cape Paterson around 12.40pm by a passerby. Police, SES and ambulance attended the scene and rescued the body from the water. A report is being compiled in relation to the death for the coroner. At this stage, there are no suspicious circumstances. The man has been described as Caucasian with receding grey hair and medium build. He was possibly wearing a white polo shirt and sunglasses before entering the water, and was driving a white Ford station wagon, which was located at Number 2 surf beach car park. Police ask anyone who may have seen or spoken to the man on Sunday morning to contact Constable Christine Diciero from Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
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A world apart By Matt Dunn ONE thing you learn quickly when you go to Antarctica is that ice is never just ice.
It’s a lesson Leongatha Primary School principal Rob Higgins knows only too well. Rob was recently part of a delegation of 21 teachers from across the state that spent 12 days amongst the wilds of this frozen wilderness. Not surprisingly, ice was very much on everyone’s mind. “We received lectures throughout the trip on ice and its impact – you think ice is ice, but we had two full hours each on how it’s formed, different forms, icebergs, pack ice and species that rely on the ice,” he said. While he has been around the world, nothing quite captivates him like Antarctica. “If you had one place in the world, and limitless money, it’s the one place you’d travel to,” he said. And looking at the photographs he took while he was there recently amongst icebergs, penguins and seals – it is easy to understand where he is coming from. However, despite the breathtaking beauty that greets you at every turn in Antarctica, Rob said there were sad signs of human impact and the landscape had changed much since his last visit six years earlier. “We did the trip for a couple of purposes. If you want an indication of the way our global environment is responding to climate change, this is the place to travel. It’s the most pristine area and it’s still showing impacts of
whatever environmental issues we’re having,” he said. “I don’t make judgments and people can have their own opinions on global warming, but Antarctica is suffering – ice melting, whaling and krill being harvested. If we have all these Antarctic krill oils on the market they’re going to have an effect. They’re penguin food, they’re whale food. “There’s such a comprehensive, but delicate food chain down there. Until you see it, you don’t really understand how much it needs to be managed. Glaciers are receding and massive parts of the iceshelf are cracking away and moving out.” Rob said “species change” was also in evidence, with the Adele penguins and Chinstrap Penguins far more scarce than last time he went. By contrast there were more Gentoo penguins. “There is a shift, there is a change. I’ve travelled enough in places like Beijing to see the impact of motor vehicles and all the stuff we’re putting into the air. Whether it’s causing global warming, it can’t be good for our environment to have that level of toxic materials being pumped into it,” he said. Rob’s group travelled to the Antarctic Peninsula, an area rich with wildlife, including Weddell Seals, Gentoo and Adela penguins and Minke and Humpback whales. “It has more diverse wildlife than anywhere else on the continent. These are the areas you see the various whales. It’s the summer, a feeding frenzy. We saw Mutton Birds – the Short-tailed Shearwaters out of Phillip Island – which do their some migration
Adele penguins: the birds are part of the amazing Antarctica landscape.
Loving it: Rob Higgins has been inspired by the frozen wilderness of Antarctica, saying it remains his favourite place on the planet.
by the millions, up through the Bering Strait through the top of Russia and Alaska,” he said. “They come down here, get their nests ready, around Cape Woolamai and those areas, and then head down to Antarctica to stock up on food, eventually travelling back again. They’re global travellers. There’s a species here that relies on that delicate food chain.”
Rob believes Antarctic trips are invaluable for educators. “It gives them a chance to look at this area with scientists, with expedition leaders. We had access to quite amazing science-based teachers,” he said. On the trip was an author of Antarctic-based historical fiction, along with a host of others who have devoted their lives to these icy wilds. He said
the two trips he had now been on to Antarctica had equipped 45 Victorian teachers with valuable knowledge, something he believes will hold the next generation in good stead. Our generation may not know much about the complexities of ice, but the next probably will.
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Teachers push on with action By Jacob de Kunder AMONG the 15,000 teachers campaigning for a better deal in Melbourne last week were more than 70 local teachers and education support staff. The crowd, which filled Hisense Arena and marched to Parliament
House, was made up of Australia Education Union members looking for higher pay rates. Leongatha Secondary College teacher and president of the South Gippsland AEU branch, Russell Ogden, was pleased with the turnout. “In the past we’ve had trouble sustaining numbers as you get into your third and fourth stop work
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days, but this time around it seems to be a lot of momentum,” he said. “We had a good representation from here in South Gippsland and Bass Coast. “There was a lot of frustration at the meeting and fair bit of determination to keep going.” AEU members are currently employing bans to not work more than the 38 hour week which puts a stop to most school camps. Mr Ogden said most camps are being collapsed into single day formats. “For example our Year 7 orientation camps here at Leongatha have been changed to a series of day activities,” he said. “The only camp I think
is running is outdoor education for senior students because it’s a vital part of the subject.” If there is no progress in negotiations between the union and the government, parents should expect more stop work days. “There is talk of another stop work in May,” Mr Ogden said. “But before that they are going to have more rolling regional half day stop works. All the bans are continuing. There are no major changes there.” Mr Ogden said the current pay claim is still too low for teachers to get a fair deal. “Given the terms of the pay claim, we’re still 50 per cent below what
Ted Baillieu promised,” he said. “Even where we are we can’t get any movement from their position.”
Negotiations are continuing between the government and union. The two negotiation teams are set to meet again this week.
The union encourages parents who were inconvenienced by the stop works to contact local Liberal MP Ken Smith.
Keep the promise: teachers and education staff from South Gippsland board a bus to the Melbourne rally on Thursday.
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Residents protest sell-off By Matt Dunn A GROUP of Venus Bay residents is ready to mobilise against any moves by South Gippsland Shire Council to sell off land in the town.
The stance follows a similar one by Leongatha South residents, who have vowed to fight to save the Leongatha South Public School site. Council owns almost 450 properties, but only some would be sold under a possible assets sell-off. Of 21 properties on an initial list that could be sold under council’s planned Land Realisation Project, seven are in Venus Bay, with five listed as reserves. The properties are on Fishermans Road, June Court, Margaret Avenue, McMillan Avenue, Neil Street, Noble Street and Juno Road. Another is at nearby River Drive in Tarwin. Before their sale, reserves would have to have their “reservation status” changed. Council estimates that the sale of the 21 properties, likely to take place during a two year period, would net it more than $2.2 million. The entire sales program would take between six and seven years, with more properties to be named and
sold in the future. Council property manager Chris Van Der Ark recently told The Star that money from the sales would not be used to help clear council’s $4.6 million superannuation debt. She believes reports in the paper about the property plan misrepresented what council was trying to do. “The proceeds will go to fund other community projects. We are the major busi-
ness provider in the region and we have to operate with that in mind,” she said. Neither would the fears of one councillor, who believes small communities would lose properties but see no material benefit, come to fruition, she said. “We’re looking at properties that are not being used for a community benefit; ageing facilities that cost too much to look after. This is about provid-
ing better facilities, and we need to have some give and take,” she said. “We certainly won’t be selling those properties that provide a benefit to the community. We have every intention on beginning consultation on property sales. But we need to be mindful that we are a small population with a large shire.” Recent council documents said the sales would “provide a finan-
cial return to council and the community”. But town-proud women say if any of the properties on the list were sold off Venus Bay would be worse for it, with a collective belief that money from the sales would be spent elsewhere. “All the money goes to Leongatha. And besides, we want parks for our kids. The town’s growing and we need space for our kids. Down here we don’t get
the progress that we want. I’m concerned council will burn that money somewhere else, not here,” local resident Roseley Pedley said. “If we don’t do something about it, well they’re just going to run us over and take our money.” Another Venus Bay resident Kylie Laing, said the sale of the land would be detrimental to the town, because it served as a buffer
against ever-encroaching development. Council officers are proposing council postpone a decision on the Land Realisation Project until the April council meeting. That is listed on page 53 of the February 27 council meeting agenda. Link below: h t t p : / / w w w. s o u t h g i p p s l a n d . v i c . g o v. a u / files/COUNCIL_AGENDA_270213.pdf.
Ready to fight: Robyn Robinson, Tarryne Wright, Kylie Laing, Margaret Bellon and Roseley Pedley say they will oppose any moves by South Gippsland Shire Council to sell land in Venus Bay. They are pictured here at a block of land in McMillan Avenue, which is on an initial list of planned sale properties in the town.
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Hundreds protest against CSG
Continued from page 1. “We are the only state that has a moratorium at the moment and all the publicity that I have seen talks about coal seam gas, but we are not in the CSG business. “We drill way deeper than CSG and the water table. Scientifically we can prove we have no effect on water. “I know there are some people who are not keen on development in any shape or form, but what we have is an important new resource for Victoria. “The bottom line is we have to develop these sorts of energy resources, but let’s do it properly, where everybody is happy.” The Poowong event was attended by concerned residents from Poowong and people from as far as Wonthaggi and Sale. While attendees enjoyed a barbecue and live music, volunteers were on hand to discuss concerns landholders held regarding their rights. The crowds were also wowed with an appearance by Lock the Gate Alliance founder Drew Hutton, who travelled all the way from his Queensland base and gave a rousing speech. “This industry is like a tsunami sweeping all over the country,” he said. “This isn’t a not-in-mybackyard campaign. This is in everyone’s backyard, right across the country, on some of the best farming land in the country.” South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy addressed the crowd, highlighting the fact South Gippsland is now home to Victoria’s first CSG free community. Over 50 volunteers from the town and surrounding areas helped to organise the event, a strong show of community strength. “This fantastic day was just the beginning,” Ms Alquier said. “We’ve had people from all over South Gippsland, Bass Coast, Wellington and Baw Baw shires come along today and show their opposition to this destructive industry. “These mining companies might have the money to run advertising campaigns and pay-off politicians, but we’ve got social capital, a strong community and friends across the region and, together, we are stronger.” Mr Kickbush said CSG
is a form of unconventional gas. “Gas deposits are classified as conventional if they are contained in porous reservoirs, often in limestone or sandstone, which have interconnected spaces that allow the gas to flow freely in the rock and through well boreholes,” he said. “Unconventional reserves are situated in rocks of low permeability, which makes the gas difficult to access. This includes shale gas, tight gas, and coal seam gas. “A company that is claiming to search for unconventional gas and yet also claims to not be interested in CSG is deliberately trying to mislead the public through a misuse of these definitions. “Anywhere that a mining company is proposing activity, especially drilling operations, on prime agricultural land is a source of concern. “There is still no evidence to demonstrate that they can guarantee the continued integrity of wells passing through aquifers over a long period of time, or even in the short term.” Mr Kickbush said current regulations allow a company that has been granted an exploration licence to change the intended target of their exploration, without the need to notify or consult the public. “This means any exploration licence granted can be used as a ‘bait and switch’ scenario, where they may substitute other mining targets after the original licence is granted. We don’t see any reason to trust these companies,” he said. “Mining companies have been shown in the past to have a greater influence on the government than the community it governs. “Unfortunately, we would expect the same thing here, given the potential billions that Gippsland’s resources are worth to someone like Rinehart. “It is important to also realise that the current moratorium is only a stop gap designed to lull a concerned public into apathy. “ It will cease when the Standing Council on Energy and Resources (SCER) final report is delivered. “While still only an advisory body, the SCER’s draft framework shows that (the moratorium) is nothing more than a self-created licence by
a government intent on bulldozing its own people.” Mr Kickbush said Lock the Gate Gippsland will continue to maintain there is not enough regulation or independent research regarding the potential damage of CSG mining on agricultural land, or on the aquifers Gippsland relies on. “We have already seen issues in both Queensland and New South Wales that should be cause for alarm,” he said. “We are simply asking for a halt to all further exploration and production until the mining companies can demonstrate to the community that this will not be the biggest mistake to ever befall Gippsland.”
CSG free!: more than 450 people spell out ‘WE R CSG FREE’ in a human sign to mark the declaration of the first CSG free community in Victoria.
Good turnout: organisers of the dog walk were Wonthaggi Vet Clinic’s Nikki Dhar, Louise Flinker, Vicki Earl and Bass Coast Shire Council’s Alyce Cuman with dogs India and Coco.
Keeping fit with Fido KEEPING fit and active was the aim of a group dog walk in Wonthaggi on Saturday morning. The Wonthaggi Vet Clinic, in conjunction with the Bass Coast Shire Council and the Heart Foundation encouraged dog owners to come along and get active with their pets. Seventy people came along for the walk through the Wonthaggi Wetlands, with 46 four-legged friends joining in as well.
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They were greeted with a breakfast at Guide Park that focused on healthy eating. Alyce Cuman from Bass Coast Shire Council said the overall aim was to encourage people to be active. “I’m aiming to get a group of people together for a weekly dog walking session,” she said. “That way the people and their pets can benefit from being active.”
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Vicki Earl from the Wonthaggi Vet Clinic said the event was a success. “It was a great turnout of people,” she said. “We’re hoping to make it an annual thing and I think that really is a possibility.” There was lots of interest in a dog walking group on the day and if you would like to join a possible group, call Ms Cuman at Bass Coast Shire Council on 1300 BCOAST (226 278).
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Big spend on horror road By Jane Ross THE terrible section of the Bass Highway at Screw Creek near Inverloch is to have $445,000 spent on it.
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Well dressed: Susie Moon congratulates Sylvia Smith for being best dressed at the Woorayl Lodge Valentine’s Day celebrations in Leongatha last Thursday. Residents dressed in red for a special morning tea at the aged care hostel and received a red rose made of chocolate. More photos in next week’s Star.
Those who drive there regularly will have noticed flashing signs saying “Road rehab works”. Cynical motorists long dismayed by the deterioration of the region’s roads might respond with, “No, it doesn’t.” But word has come through from VicRoads of action. VicRoads’ regional director, Sebastian Motta, told The Star on Friday that work on pavement strengthening and resurfacing was due to start yesterday (Monday). The section in question is on the Leongatha side of the Screw Creek bridge. It has been patched, pot holed, patched, reduced to craters, patched again and rutted. Signs denoting speeds of 80km/h have been there for, well it seems like forever. Mr Motta said the $445,000 is part of a $45 million “repair and restore package to address the condition of some of Victoria’s roads due to ongoing wet weather over the last two years”. The $45 million was announced late last year, taking the 2012-13 road asset management budget to $432.9 million. At the time, State Roads Minister, Terry Mulder, said, “While VicRoads has an ongoing maintenance program in place to ensure the safe operation of the arterial road network, there has been far greater maintenance required than budget forecasts allowed. “The funding for this repair and restore package will target some of the worst roads in Victoria, where it is needed the most.” Mr Mulder said the investment would be split between resurfacing and restoration works and he encouraged road users to contact VicRoads if they come across any damage to roads that may be hazardous and in need of urgent repair. VicRoads staff are possibly ruing that pronouncement. Some South Gippslanders have taken Mr Mulder up on the invitation with almost daily phone calls and emails.
When he announced the funding Deputy Premier, Peter Ryan, said nearly $1.3m of the $45m would come the way of roads in his Gippsland South electorate.
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THE Leongatha Chamber of Commerce is waiting for Peter Hall to tell its members what the State Government is planning to do about the region’s appalling roads – and when. This follows a meeting last Friday week between the chamber, roads petition organiser, Margaret Denbrok and Mr Hall, Minister for Higher Education and Skills. The Legislative Council Member for Eastern Victoria Region, Mr Hall was standing in for Deputy Premier, Peter
Ryan, who was ill. Mr Ryan had agreed to meet the chamber to hear members’ grievances about the roads. Mr McGannon told The Star he had asked Mr Hall for a formal response to the question: what is the government’s plan to repair the roads, when will that take place and how does the government propose to go about it? Mr McGannon said Mr Hall appeared to be aware of the roads issue. “But I don’t think he realised how bad they are.” He and Mr Ryan’s press officer, Ben Bulmer, were given photographs of the many potholes the chamber is concerned are
endangering people’s lives and the area’s economy. Ms Denbrok said she talked to Mr Hall about the roads too. “He gave me a good hearing, I was pleased.” She said she told him about the petition and he said it was a legitimate form of action.
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POLICE BRIEFS
Construction theft LADDERS and tools were stolen from a construction site in Wonthaggi recently. Between noon on February 10 and 7am on February 12, offenders stole tools and ladders from the top storey of a dwelling under construction in McKenzie Street. Anyone with information about this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
Disappointing: a front window was smashed at Mark Lafferty’s Korumburra sports store.
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A KORUMBURRA sports store had a front window smashed during what may have been an attempted break-in. The SportFirst store was targeted overnight on Tuesday. Senior Constable Don Haw from Leongatha police said an implement was used. “It looks like they have used a metal bar. They have possibly attempted to gain
entry but were unsuccessful,” he said. S/C Haw said police need the public’s help. “Not many businesses in the area have got CCTV so we are investigating and appealing to the community for witnesses,” he said. Store owner Mark Lafferty was disappointed and hopes the culprit is found. “It’s a pretty open area so it’s hard to believe that no one could’ve seen anything,” he said.
“The front lights are always on so it would be easy to see if someone was there. “Trucks go up and down the street all night so hopefully somebody saw something.” This is the second time Mr Lafferty’s Korumburra store has been vandalised. “It has happened before about three years ago,” he said. “It’s a big inconvenience and it still costs money even though we can go through
insurance. “I have to pay excess and everything like that. It’s just a huge inconvenience.” Mr Lafferty said business owners need to be aware of such incidents and be prepared. “Being in the country some people think vandalism and robbery won’t happen but it’s more common than most think,” he said. “Same with shop lifting; business owners need to be careful as they can be a bit naive.”
Thief caught AN INVERLOCH man has been processed for the theft of charity tins from the Esplanade Hotel earlier this month. The 32-year-old man has been accused of stealing the donation tins from the Sports Bar on February 8 and 9. He will be sum-
monsed to appear at court at a later date.
Power vandal A CASE of vandalism caused thousands of dollars worth of damage in Cowes last week. Around 2.44am Saturday, an offender forced open a switchboard cabinet and removed fuses from it. This caused the power to go out in six shops, including a restaurant and fast food store, which destroyed about $2500 worth of food in the store’s fridges. The offender threw two of the fuses through a large glass window at the front of a physiotherapy shop, causing $1000 damage. A co-owner of the shops located some of the fuses in a bin in Warley Avenue. Anyone with infor-
mation about this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
Gone fishing A BOAT and trailer were stolen from a Smiths Beach home recently. Between February 7 and 11, offenders drove up the driveway of a holiday home and cut a padlock on the boat trailer. They then stole the trailer and the boat from under the carport. The boat trailer has a registration N66588 and the boat is a 525 Stacer Easy Finder boat. There were numerous fishing items also left in the boat, including a fish finder, rods, binoculars, a marine radio and hand held GPS. Anyone with information about this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.
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A SOUTH Gippsland meat processing company has been fined $380,000 over two serious safety incidents in two weeks in which one worker was crushed to death and another had his finger severed.
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MUSIC FOR THE PEOPLE AT MOSSVALE PARK Sunday 24 February Gates open at 10am (11am-4.30pm) An iconic event featuring the Victorian Concert Orchestra, SG Shire Brass Band, SG Wind Orchestra and Wonthaggi Citizens Band. While away five hours in a magical setting with popular classics, light opera and excerpts from modern musicals. BYO picnic, blankets or chairs! Refreshments on sale $10 tickets at gate or Council. Under 15s free. Companion card accepted. Enquiries: 5662 9202. MARKETING OPPORTUNITY S.G. SUSTAINABILITY FESTIVAL SUN 7 APRIL Take advantage of this widely marketed festival at Coal Creek to target a receptive audience for your environmentally friendly products and services. For more information about this niche marketing opportunity contact Christine on 5662 9200.
HOW CREATIVE ARE YOU? Show us your artistic flair by entering two exciting new competitions that will be judged at the Sustainability Festival on Sun 7 April. 1. Create an outstanding outfit from recycled garments, collected or purchased 2. Create a recycled art work from at least 50% recycled materials. The piece will be judged on functionality and can also include wearable art. There will be three age categories: Primary (0-13); Secondary (1418) and Open (18 and over) winners of which will be determined by the public who cast their votes on the day via the Festival's Facebook page. If you're interested in entering these inaugural competitions, download an entry form from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au >sustainability>Festival and submit by 15 March to be in the running. Enquiries: Christine on 5662 9200. GARBAGE & RECYCLING BIN ROLL-OUT Due to unforeseen difficulties, there have been changes to the delivery of new bins and delays in the collection of old bins by our contractors. Council apologises for any inconvenience caused. For further details please go to www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au PLANNING SCHEME AMENDMENT C77 (EASTERN DISTRICT URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORKS) Council has received an application to rezone 25 Welshpool Road Toora (Prom View Lodge aged care site), to Rural Activity Zone as part of Amendment C77. Submissions can be mailed Council, Att: PSA C77, Private Bag 4, Leongatha, 3953 or emailed to council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au ('Att: C77' in subject line). Enquiries: 5662 9837. Submissions must be received at Council by 5pm on Tues 12 March 2013, as the Independent Planning Panel hearing for C77 has been temporarily deferred to allow for the re-exhibition period. A copy of the revised zoning map can be viewed at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au via the link to 'Documents currently on Exhibition, at Council or Toora P.O. Landowners and occupiers in the immediate vicinity of the site have been advised by mail. COUNCIL WORKS 18 FEBRUARY Area Works Leongatha/Yarragon Road, Hallston Drainage works Mardan/Koonwarra to Nerrena area Road maintenance Stony Creek /Dollar Road, Dollar Drainage works Toora/Port Franklin to Mt Best area Road maintenance Welshpool Road, Toora Footpath extension
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COUNCIL PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha Public attendance welcome Wed, 20 February 2013 - COUNCILLOR BRIEFINGS 1.15pm - Road Maintenance update 1.30pm - 'Deadly in Gippsland' - event details 2.00pm - Public Presentations Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time. Wed, 27 February 2013 - ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 2pm 10.00am - Public Presentations Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time. 1. Audit committee report Nov 2012. 2. Organisational quarterly performance report - Oct - Dec 2012. 3. Councillor discretionary allocation report 4. Councillor expenditure report - Dec 2012. 5. Report on assembly of councillors - Dec/Jan 6. Documents sealed - Dec/Jan 7. Developing a 2050 Community Vision. 8. Land realisation project 9. Capital works program 2012/13 amendments. 10. Submissions to proposed road discontinuance and sale of land - part Dale Drive, Leongatha. 11. Contract SGC10/01 building maintenance services and essential safety measures. 12. Proposed new road name for unnamed road off Union St, Bena. 13. Korumburra community infrastructure plan. 14. PSA C76 - Sth Leongatha Outline Devt Plan - panel report, C85 adoption 15. MAV planning committee. 16. Animal registration fee and structure review 17. Closed session - contractual matter.
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Melbourne County Court last Wednesday fined Tabro Meat Pty Ltd $350,000 over the death of Abraham Yak, who was crushed to death in a hydraulic knocking box in 2010. The company, which operates a meat processing factory between Wonthaggi and Korumburra, was also fined $30,000 over an incident two weeks later in which an employee had his middle finger severed while operating a bandsaw. Tabro was found guilty at Morwell County Court last November on two charges in relation to the death of Mr Yak. The court heard that on November 12, 2010, Mr Yak was asked to clean a rotating knocking box, a machine which uses hydraulic panels to securely hold cattle before they are stunned and killed. He was later found crushed between the top lid and side of the machine. Mr Yak suffered serious injuries and was flown by air ambulance to the Alfred Hospital where he was placed on life support. He died nine days later when his life support system was shut down. The company was found guilty of failing to provide or maintain a safe system of work, and failing to provide information, instruction, training or supervision in relation to the task of cleaning the rotating knocking box. Two weeks later, on November 26, 2010, an employee had his middle finger above the middle knuckle on his right hand severed by a bandsaw he was operating in the company’s hot boning room. The company faced Morwell Magistrates’ Court in June, 2012, over one charge of failing to provide a safe system of work in relation to this incident. In July 2012, Tabro was fined $65,000 but appealed. The sentence reduced that fine to $30,000 last Wednesday. WorkSafe general manager of health and safety, Lisa Sturzenegger, said any fatality or injury in the workplace was unacceptable. “But a fatality and a serious injury in the space of just two weeks is appalling,” she said. “Tabro failed in its obligation to both these workers. It also failed in its obligation to every other employee who was placed at risk due to the unsafe systems of work it employed. “While most employers do the right thing, today’s sentencing should serve as a warning to all companies that if safety procedures are compromised, then prosecutions will follow.”
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Salvos ready to start CONSTRUCTION on the new $3.4 million Salvation Army/Gippscare complex in Leongatha will commence in the next two weeks. Local builder Considine and Johnston signed the contracts with the Salvation Army last week, sealing the tender for the project. Captain Martyn Scrimshaw said the building will house both the church and GippsCare. “It’s been finalised in the last few
days and we’re looking forward to working with a local builder,” he said. Mr Scrimshaw said the building would hopefully be completed by the end of the year and he was excited to see it finally become a reality. “So are the staff that are squashed into a little office building down the end of McCartin Street,” he said. “They’ll be a bit more excited when they see something on site.” Project manager from Considine and Johnston, Gary Bullen, said they are also excited to be taking
on the project, which he said would be important to the people of South Gippsland. “You see the amount of people in and out of the Salvation Army, and it’s going to be a large benefit for them,” he said. At the moment, the church and Salvation Army offices are in Anderson Street and Gippscare is in McCartin Street, with both buildings old and lacking in space. The complex has been in the planning for a number of years now.
Thank you: South Gippsland Shire mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy welcomed a briefing by NBN representative, Tony Gibbs.
NBN to save council heaps By Jane Ross THE National Broadband Network (NBN) has the potential to save South Gippsland Shire Council a lot of money.
CEO Tim Tamlin said that following another NBN briefing last week. He said the network would allow Gippsland’s six municipalities to “come together as one” and share software, thus reducing six tenders to one. The network would also obviate the necessity for a data backup depot and servers won’t be needed either. Faster down and upload speeds will help too. “There are endless possibilities,” Mr Tamlin said. But not everyone is as upbeat. There have been three objections to a planning application for an NBN tower at Kongwak. Among their complaints is the potential threat to wedge tailed eagles. NBN corporate affairs representative Tony Gibbs addressed the briefing spruiking the benefits of the new technology when Cr Bob Newton put in a request for consultation between NBN and the Kongwak objectors. “There’ll be a fight and I’d like to see mitigation instead of litigation to come up with a good resolution. “Is there,” Cr Newton asked, “room to move to put it (the tower) elsewhere?” Mr Gibbs was sympathetic but he stressed changes to tower sites can’t be made in every case. And, he added, once the infrastructure goes in and households and businesses are provided with the little white boxes (not that Mr Gibbs called them that) that
will connect them to the network, “we can’t complete the installation if we can’t get a signal”. Cr Newton also asked about Meeniyan. “The NBN goes right past there but they won’t be connected. They’re out on a limb.” Mr Gibbs said there would be a meeting in Meeniyan on February 25, to explain the situation. Towns with 1000 or more premises will be connected to a fibre network, those with 500 premises “right on the network” will have fibre, while others will have fixed wireless or satellite. And those towns waiting for fibre won’t be connected to wireless in the interim. Fixed wireless is coming first. Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks asked about Fish Creek and didn’t really receive an answer. Mr Gibbs said, “We’re still scoping a number of sites.” Cr Hutchinson-Brooks also wanted to know whether dairy farmers would have to pay twice for a service to their home and dairy or if the home link could stretch to another building on the farm. Mr Gibbs said, “You might get up to 100m with a good router.” Cr Mohya Davies asked about the time frame for South Gippsland. She has a son living in Austria and “Skype is appalling”. Mr Gibbs said there is an interim satellite service available now and the fixed wireless will be here by 2015. Fixed wireless connection will be in South Gippsland sooner than the fibre connection, although Cowes is listed (twice) on the NBN website for towns in the first three year “na-
tional fibre rollout”. Towns in the next three year roll out will be announced at the end of March. Mr Gibbs said the fibre infrastructure won’t be completed until 2021. When it is, everyone will have access to a much faster service. And one that will have many functions including internet, work-tohome connections and health monitoring. The latter will allow a doctor, nurse or medical specialist to check vital signs (heart rate etc.) and conduct a consultation instantaneously without you having to leave home. Mr Gibbs said in five to 10 years’ time, most household appliances including ’fridges and washing machines will be connected to the internet, with the NBN having the capacity to deal
Ready to build: GippsCare regional manager Celia Irwin, Salvation Army manager for building and facilities Kelvin Bates, Captain Martyn Scrimshaw from the Leongatha Salvation Army, Considine and Johnston project manager Gary Bullen and Salvation Army division secretary for eastern Victoria, Major Leanne Ruthven. with those demands as well as the family’s iPads and tablets. If you’re on fibre, your copper phone line will be switched off 18 months after installation is completed. Those on fixed wireless will be able to keep their copper phone line.
Shutdown mooted THE emergency department at Wonthaggi Hospital could be closed overnight or for longer. Bass Coast Regional Health is considering that move or also shutting additional beds. The health service has already cut elective surgery and closed beds for five weeks during March and April. The action was a result of Federal Government funding cuts of $375,000. However, additional savings need to be made to reach that target. The executive and board are considering a range of options, said health service CEO Lea Pope. “I wish to reinforce that no decision has been made at this stage and as soon as there is clarity, we will provide information to the community,” she said. “These are very difficult times and it is distressing to all concerned to be considering such significant service cuts. “But I do want to reassure people that we will do all we can to ensure we have a safe system in place for our community.”
Care For Coco GOLF DAY
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A charity golf game will be held at the Leongatha Golf Club to help fund 10 year old Inverloch girl Dakota Rigby's battle with leukemia. So get a team of 4 players for the 9 hole ambrose event. Be there at 9.15am for 10am shotgun start. $120 per team includes golf, BBQ lunch (drinks at bar prices) and the chance to win some great prizes.
For your teams/enquiries/donations Fax: 5674 1698 or email: pbu57718@bigpond.net.au A bus to transport you to and from golf will be available from the Inverloch Football ground starting from 8am.
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IF YOU were doorknocking in McCartin Street, Leongatha, looking for a lost rabbit, pop into Kelvin Johns Bi-Rite and see Diane.
SOUTH Gippsland Shire councillors are like the walking wounded. Cr Jim Fawcett limped his way into a National Broadband network update briefing on Wednesday morning and Cr Bob Newton was sporting a bandage on his finger. He had an argument with a trailer and the trailer won, but it hasn’t stopped his farm work.
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NATHAN Eva has been named Lyric Theatre’s GAT judge. He will visit productions staged by members of Gippsland Associated Theatres, from Bairnsdale to Wonthaggi, and will write a critical appraisal of their productions. Nathan is currently undertaking theatre studies at university, and has been performing and directing with Lyric and other theatre companies since his teenage years. BASS MLA Ken Smith has announced entries for the 2013 Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria Awards are now open. He is encouraging all Bass Coast locals to enter their community in this year’s Tidy Towns - Sustainable Communities Awards. Communities can compete for awards in a diverse range of categories including clean beaches, waste reduction, heritage and culture preservation, energy saving, improving biodiversity and water conservation. “Bass Coast has been successful in these awards in previous years which shows the commitment some community members have to keeping our beautiful region in top condition,” Mr Smith said. Entries close on May 10, 2013. For more information about the awards or to enter, please visit www.sustainability.vic. gov.au/kabv. FANCY joining cub scouts? Inverloch Cub Scouts meets on Wednesday night at the Inverloch Scout Hall. The 7 to 10 year old Cubs have joined the 11 to 15 year old scouts to prepare themselves for camping and other scouting activities. To find out more, contact group leader Mark Withers on 5674 3739.
people with disability for the 2013 Victorian Disability Sector Awards. Bass MLA Ken Smith said there were many examples in Bass Coast Shire where people had shown passion to improve the lives of some of the most disadvantaged members of the community. “In times of need there are some very special people who rally around and put in some hard yards to make the lives of those less fortunate, better. These people often go unrewarded, unrecognised and unacknowledged,” he said. Nominations for the awards close on March
13 and winners will be announced at the Victorian Disability Sector Awards ceremony on June 19. For more information about the Victorian Disability Sector Awards visit www.dhs.vic.gov. au/for-service-providers/disability/disabilityre c o g n i t i o n - a w a r d s / victorian-disability-sector-awards BOOK this date in your diary: Friday, March 1. That is when the World Day of Prayer event will be held. This year’s theme is “I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Find out more online at www. worlddayofprayeraustralia.org
South Gippsland Relay For Life: committee member Chris Oliver was kept busy promoting the event recently, with Leongatha’s Lucy Gromotka stopping by to make a donation.
Getting ready for relay LEONGATHA is turning purple to raise funds for the upcoming Cancer Council’s Relay For Life event.
Ladies’ night: the Southern Business Women’s Network met at the Wonthaggi Club last Thursday. The casual evening was devoted to networking. Lots of chatter and laughter was heard and new member Maddy Harford chatted with Andrea Evans-McCall. Members come from far and wide to regularly meet business women in the area. The network meets each month and welcome new members.
Purple promotions have moved from shop windows to the street, with stalls held recently selling raffle tickets and Relay For Life merchandise. Local residents who have experienced cancer are invited to join together for South Gippsland’s Relay For Life Survivors and Carers Walk at Dumbalk on Saturday, April 20. Open to people who have either experienced cancer directly or cared for someone during a cancer journey, the Survivors and Carers Walk is a special ceremony, including a lap of honour which opens the Relay For
Life event. South Gippsland Relay For Life volunteer committee chair manager Walter Aich said the Survivors and Carers Walk would be an opportunity not only to reflect upon individual journeys, but also to raise awareness of the local impact of cancer. “Every year more than 190 South Gippsland residents are diagnosed with cancer,” he said. “By participating in the Survivors and Carers Walk, you can share cancer experiences with others who truly understand, and at the same time help inspire the hundreds of local Relay For Life participants who are raising funds to fight this disease.” Many local Relay For Life teams already have their fundraising well under-
way for this year’s event. They will celebrate their achievements and acknowledge the long journeys of people touched by cancer by taking turns to keep their team batons moving around a track for the duration of the overnight event. The Survivors and Carers Walk includes a celebration afternoon tea, presentation from a Relay For Life representative and an invitation to complete the first lap. Assistance will be provided to participants with mobility issues. South Gippsland Relay For Life begins at 3pm on Saturday, April 20 and will be held at Dumbalk Recreation Reserve. To join the South Gippsland event, please phone 1300 65 65 85 or visit www.relayforlife.org.au.
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e! Your contributions welcom All the fun: enjoying a day at the circus at Foster on Saturday were, from left, Henry Wynne, Zara Jones, Kirra Jones and Isabella Mackie.
Hot circus: despite being warm under the big top, a big crowd turned out for Circus Olympia at Foster on Saturday afternoon and were thoroughly entertained. From left, Brandon, Jayda and Latisha Smith of Fish Creek in front of the big top. The circus moves to Yarram this week before journeying to Korumburra Showgrounds from February 27.
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Tree spree bureaucracy By Matt Dunn THEA Verboon believes South Gippsland is staring into a “big hole of bureaucracy where nothing gets done”.
The Nerrena resident is under investigation by South Gippsland Shire Council and VicRoads for cutting down trees outside her property, along Nerrena Road, with the implication that her actions may have “breached the South Gippsland Planning Scheme.” “As part of the investigation, council officers have made enquiries at VicRoads to check if they had given approval or organised for the removal of vegetation,” a council spokesperson said. As it turns out, VicRoads has not. But Ms Verboon is unrepentant, saying the trees were a danger to motorists. She believes she is being singled out because she is a woman and because she chooses to thumb her nose at officialdom. Ms Verboon said she had been calling VicRoads for three years, asking them to cut down the trees. Mainly Peppermint Gums that had suffered through successive dry years, she said they were ready to fall over and were a risk to road users. Some boughs, she said, had already fallen across her fence line. Ms Verboon engaged a “colleague” to tackle the problem. Now, she says, she has council on her back. Four years ago she saw the potentially disastrous consequences of falling trees, when a mammoth gum – which was on her property – fell across Nerrena Road during a storm. It prompted her first call to the
roads authority. “There could have been a car under there. The trees keep falling on my fence line. I rang VicRoads and this guy said to me: ‘No matter how much those trees are hanging over the fence or the road, we can’t afford to fix anything because we don’t have the funding,’” she said. “VicRoads seemed to be the only organisation licenced to fix the problem, but they can’t afford to do it. I’m not authorised to do it. So how’s it ever going to get done? I get someone to help me, job’s done and no one’s hurt. “Now someone from the South Gippsland Shire Council has come along and told me: ‘You shouldn’t have done that, you’re in trouble.’” But in a bureaucratic twist, it turns out the trees, because they were native, are the responsibility of council. “VicRoads assesses roadside trees for the purposes of road safety. If they do not pose a threat to road users, then they will not be removed or trimmed by VicRoads,” VicRoads regional director Sebastian Motta said. “Where roadside trees are native, which is the case along Nerrena Road, the trees are part of the Planning and Environment Act This act is enforced by the relevant local council. If a landowner has concerns about trees that do not pose a road safety risk they need to contact council for further details. “VicRoads has previously inspected the trees adjacent to the landowner’s property at her request, and found that they did not pose any risk to road users or any risk of falling onto the road. In addition there will be a follow up inspection to assess the current condition of the trees.”
Education boost By Jane Ross LEONGATHA and Wonthaggi are likely to be among the first towns to have Technology Enabled Learning Centres (TELCs).
The centres are part of a $5 million state program offering Gippsland people the chance to study tertiary courses locally. The Minister for Higher Education and Skills, Peter Hall, said eight TELCs would be set up in the first semester of this year, with 13 more developed by year’s end. One of the first courses to be offered will be a Diploma of Community Health, a qualification developed by GippsTAFE, Monash University and Chisholm Institute. He was speaking at an industry forum staged by the Gippsland Tertiary Education Council (GTEC) which was appointed by Mr Hall last year in response to the Gippsland Tertiary Education Plan, drawn up by a panel headed by eminent academic Kwong Lee Dow. Advancing local tertiary opportunities in Gippsland has been dear to Mr Hall’s heart for many years. He told the forum Gippsland’s economic prosperity depended on
aligning training with skills needed by local industry. Forming the GTEC was a means of creating “a better fit” between education provision and the future needs of Gippsland industry. The GTEC is chaired by Dr Peter Veenker and numbers among its members Bass Coast Shire Council CEO Allan Bawden, and South Gippsland newspaper managing editor Michael Giles. Asked if the first eight TELCs would include Leongatha and Wonthaggi, Dr Veenker said, “I think they’ll be in.” He said Thursday’s forum had attracted good participation from industry, with representatives “showing a desire to really work with tertiary education providers” to ensure course provision met industry needs. He said these include courses for new and emerging industries such as advanced electronics or robotics and high level manufacturing. Dr Veenker said a display by GippsTAFE of technology learning, added interest to the forum. The council’s response to the Gippsland Tertiary Education Plan will be delivered in draft form to Mr Hall. Dr Veenker said the draft focuses on strate-
gies to lift education participation and foster partnerships between existing education providers and industry. He is looking forward to the State Government’s pending announcements about TAFE reforms following last year’s major changes to the sector’s funding and is keen “to see the year start and to really get on with it”. Dr Veenker said there is a lot of interest in the community in tertiary education. “People really do want a good education system and so does industry – they’re becoming the advocates.” Mr Bawden told The Star he doesn’t speak for the GTEC, but from a personal point of view, he felt the industry forum had gone well and there was a demand for the region to understand what job training was needed for the future. “Industry is saying they can’t find the right course to match the technology being introduced to their business, nor the skills such as language and cultural awareness to enter the export market. “The minister was saying as he travels around the state everyone is hearing about the GTEC and it’s great we’ve had the opportunity (in Gippsland) to pilot it.”
Logged in: Thea Verboon stands in front of the stump of a massive tree that was on her property, until it collapsed across Nerrena Road during a storm four years ago.
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Roads just dangerous
I REALISE that you have given plenty of publicity to the extremely poor state of the roads in your area. I read with interest about how bad they are but until last Wednesday, when I visited my brother in Fish Creek, did I realie how bad they actually are.
I guess your council will not be satisfied until someone has a serious accident. I don’t understand how the council managers can go home at night without their conscience keeping them awake. If someone in business was so derelict in their duty and someone was seriously injured or killed, they would be before a judge so quickly their head would turn. I don’t understand how a known danger can be ignored.
E D I T O R I A L Let’s not panic yet BY the end of last winter, South Gippslanders were hoping rain would stop falling after one of the wettest seasons in many years. Now just a week out from the end of summer, we’re hoping rain will return. The last decent rainfall recorded at the Bureau of Meteorology’s Pound Creek weather station was 12.2mm and that was back on February 1. Just 6mm fell in January and 57.2mm in December. Korumburra is now entering stage two water restrictions, The Age yesterday reported the State Government is unwilling to commit to spending $21 million on constructing a pipeline linking the Korumburra system to the Melbourne water grid, providing access to desalinated water. Such a pipeline – via the Lance Creek Reservoir - is part of South Gippsland Water’s Long Term Water Supply Demand Strategy and would use water from the Melbourne supply as a
back-up in extremely dry conditions. If the desalination plant is there and available for use, some would argue we may as well use a water factory that we’ve already millions for. Having access to desalinated water would guarantee the region would never run out of water again, but what about the cost of electricity and the environmental cost of producing that electricity? Water restrictions do remind us that we need to use water wisely and that – without the desal plant at least – water can be a finite resource. Korumburra’s water supply relies on three small reservoirs with a small catchment totalling only six square kilometres, and therefore the reservoirs dwindle and fill quickly. Yes, we are experiencing a particularly dry period at the moment and while the long term implications of such weather are concerning, we have been through tougher times and can manage our way through these ongoing dry days.
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I will be telling all my friends that they should not go to your tourist area because it is too dangerous. Julian Elliott, Greensborough.
Don’t slug ratepayers I WAS shocked yet not surprised to read an article in The Star (February 12) titled “Super rate slug raised”. Cr Don Hill stated that a possible method council has considered to address their massive super bill was expecting ratepayers to contribute. How dare they? There are so many ordinary people, especially those on their pension at the present time, having to manage with the loss of their superannuation and they are not holding their bowl for any contribution from the council. Is this the dark ages where kings were entitled in all their richness to rob from their poor to live even richer lives. Let me give Cr Don Hill a suggestion: why don’t you all that work at the council take a pay cut and put that to your superannuation. After all, you guys are going to enjoy the benefits, not those that pay the rates. There are a lot of people that have been affected by loss of superannuation and I think rather than reading any more stories about the shire’s superannuation deficit, can we please have some stories about what they are doing for the ratepayer. Get your act together shire. Take responsibility for your own super and stop slugging the ordinary working hard public to compensate you for that. Have you even taken into consideration that a lot of your ratepayers are pensioners and people on low incomes? Shame on you council Dilene Hinton, Leongatha.
Save school IN regards to the article in last week’s issue “Sell-off backlash. Leongatha South community upset”, I feel a few matters need clarification. Members of the Leongatha South Progress Association (LSPA) were upset at the site use
being listed as “vacant building” in the council minutes (December 19, 2012) when the building and site is used regularly. We understand the shire holds the title for this land in perpetuity for the Leongatha South community, and the LSPA is happy for the current arrangement to continue. We would like some certainty that the volunteer work the members of the community have put into this site over many years is not going to be wasted, and that we can be realistic in future plans for its development. The current toilets at the site have been an issue for us for some time as they do not have disabled access and cannot be used at night as there is no lighting. This does make it difficult to attract new users to the site. We are now in the position to apply for grants to fund the building of new facilities, which we hope will attract more groups to use the building and the grounds, but again we need to know that the future of the site is secure for use by the community. Jodie Hayward, president, Leongatha South Progress Association.
Cyclists’ concern I PULLED up in our car this morning (Sunday, February 17) in Michael Place Leongatha so as to post a letter. This is a one way street. The first parking bay on the left was occupied by three and a third cyclists. The fourth cyclist had his body and two thirds of his bike stuck out onto the road. I watched them whilst my husband walked across to post the letter. After finishing a reasonably leisurely conversation, the fourth cyclist backed the rest of his bike onto the roadway and proceeded at a very leisurely pace down the centre of the street in front of a car which had just entered from the roundabout. The other three waited for that car to pass and then did a slow swooping U turn to exit Michael Place in the wrong direction. And they all looked like mature men! Julie Ettery, Trida.
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Surprise, surprise By Matt Dunn IN many ways I’m a blokey sort of bloke. I like sport, I like beer and I like bare knuckle fights (as long as I’m not personally involved). But – and this hurts me to confess – I’m not at all mechanically minded. You’d have as much luck teaching a dog to quote Shakespeare as expecting me to learn about cars or anything else with wheels. I’m not saying I don’t like things that go. I do. We just don’t quite hit it off. Once, I was on holidays with the family when the tyre blew out on our caravan. If you think you’ve heard this story, you’re mistaken. It seems we’re always having blow-outs. On the occasion I’m talking about though, we happened to have our mishap right in front of a mechanics’. I remember saying to my wife: “Whoa, how lucky are we?” She was non-committal, and with good reason as it would turn out. Knowing me the way she does, she expected things to go wrong. Knocking on the mechanics’ door we were told the business was in the process of moving. Yes, they’d been there 25 years, but they were moving on the very day we needed them. All the tools were at the new business location. Sorry mate, can’t help you. I went back to my wife and told her the news. “Doesn’t matter, though,” I reassured her, “I can fix it.” “No, Matt. Please don’t,” she begged me. “You know what you’re like.” If I’d been a more capable man I would have been offended. As it was, I was forced to nod and make the call. It’s a humiliating moment, waiting for the RACV. You know, as a man, you shouldn’t need to. To make matters worse, the angry man we got was the antithesis of those RACV guys you see on the ads. He wasn’t smiling and he wasn’t ready to gratefully accept a cuppa.
His vibe was more like Begbie from Trainspotting. The only kiss he’d be giving anyone was one of the Liverpool variety. I tried to ignore his ‘tude, hovering should he need me to hand him a tool or something. “Can you believe it, these guys relocate after 25 years, on the very day we break down?” I said. He grunted. “They’re bloody hopeless anyway.” Hmm. “Good day?” I asked, trying to keep the irony out of me voice. He was holding a tyre iron, after all. I got a grunt in reply. When he’d jacked up the van and taken the damaged tyre off he grabbed the spare. The job was quick. He had the fresh tyre on in an instant. But it sank down, the tyre flat to the rim. I hadn’t put air in it since we bought the van. “Surprise, surprise,” he muttered.Worst of all, I’d flattened the battery because I’d left the radio on. That grumpy, near psychotic, RACV man had to come back to jump start me. “Surprise, surprise,” he said again with bitter relish. The words – “Surprise, surprise” – still ring in my ears, the stinging rebuke of a real bloke leveled against one who hasn’t quite made the grade. Recently when I put four litres of oil in the car when it didn’t need any at all – with the result that it shuddered, blew blue smoke and seemed to be on the verge of seizure – it was these words that echoed in my head; ditto the week before that, when I left the oil cap off the car and it sprayed oil everywhere. I can’t escape these words: “Surprise, surprise.” I will do silly things until the very end, so they will always be with me. And I reckon too that the end will come because I’ve done something silly. My own personal Grim Reaper will be a man in overalls and I know exactly what he will say.
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VOXPOP! VOX How has the recent hot, dry weather affected you?
Repairs coming: VicRoads has promised to fix this damaged road sign in Leongatha with in the month, said regional director Sebastian Motta. The signs are at the corner of Koonwarra Road and Miles Lane.
I feel sorry for the farmers, but my vegetables are growing well. I water them when there is water. Otherwise the dry weather is fine. I like it hot and it is good for fishing. Helen Pors, Leongatha.
It’s not too bad. I have just been spending more time under the air conditioner. I don’t need to water my garden, so it has been okay. Jenny Rech, Mirboo North.
It is a bit of a worry for the stock because we didn’t cut much hay this year and are going to have to start feeding heavily soon. Mike Vella, Koonwarra.
Last night we were watching television and all of a sudden, there was a loud crash because a tree under stress had just fallen down. Our house has some very large trees around it, so the unpredictability of trees under stress is a concern. Barb Purvis, Foster.
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Broadway dream now closer By Matt Dunn JACKSON Patterson celebrated his 13th birthday last week, but one gift came early – a coveted lead role in the Victorian State School Spectacular.
The Leongatha Secondary College student is no stranger to the stage, having performed with the Lisa Pellin Dancers, in Leongatha’s Lyric Theatre’s Narnia and as the title character in the Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s stunning production of Oliver! The school spectacular is another step along the way toward a dream. His grand ambition? “Broadway,” he said simply, a twinkle in his eyes. Those who have seen Jackson perform know this is not just a pie in the sky ambition. Quiet and unassuming, Jackson has a confidence that befits the stellar performer he has become. But, as with all auditions for big shows, the spectacular call up was far from easy. “I sang two songs in the early part of the audition process – Hallelujah (Leonard
Cohen) and Electricity from Billy Elliott – but waited for a few weeks and ended up thinking I wasn’t going to get in,” he said. “Then I got a letter to say I had a ‘call back’ for the vocal performance. They wanted me to sing Born This Way and We Are Young.” But as fate would have it, Jackson missed the audition. It didn’t matter in the end, for he got into the final round of call backs. He won a lead role on the strength of his performance of Fireflies (Owl City) and See Me, Feel Me (The Who). “I did pretty well, I guess,” he said. Jackson has been sworn to secrecy over the theme of the school spectacular and the songs he will sing. “It’s been revealed to the cast, but they don’t want parents to know,” he said. “Singing onstage and performing doesn’t really daunt me, although I’m slightly overwhelmed by the size of the school spectacular.” The intensive rehearsal program will see Jackson singing and dancing every weekend until July 27, when the show is staged.
Jackson Patterson: the Leongatha Secondary College student is pursuing his acting dreams.
Parking backflip Rate drop a one off? By Sarah Vella PARENTS of children who attend Inverloch Preschool were astounded last week to find a solid white line painted along Edgar Street, which meant no parking for staff or parents.
Steve Piasente, community and economic development director at Bass Coast Shire Council, said some residents in Edgar Street had complained about cars parked illegally near the preschool. “This was seen as a real safety risk for children, families and residents. Council officers deemed urgent action was necessary and organised for the solid white line to be painted,” he said.
“We know this is an inconvenience to parents and some residents and we apologise. This isn’t an appropriate solution and we will work with the kindergarten, parents and residents over the coming weeks to solve this problem.” Last Wednesday, Mr Piasente told The Star the contractor planned to create a dotted line to once again allow parking on both sides of the street and ensure division of the road remained clear. “In the short term we ask the community to take care in the area, particularly during kinder pick up and drop off times. We would like to thank residents and the kinder community for their patience,” he said. “I know this has been a problem for a while and we are committed to help find a long term solution.”
A COASTAL property adjoining the Bald Hills Wind Farm site is now on a lower South Gippsland Shire council rate. But the reduction may not last. Shire CEO Tim Tamlin said this was a specific case. He said the owner had paid a premium for his property and it was valued at a lifestyle rate, which is above the farm rate. “It’s hard to have a ‘lifestyle’ with a concrete batching plant next door. Originally the property was at a high rate because of its value and now it’s back in line with others,” Mr Tamlin said. Other rate reduction applicants in the Bald Hills vicinity would be successful only if their properties were rated on a par with this one. Mr Tamlin said the property in question may only attract a lower rate while wind farm construction is underway. He said properties in the shire are valued every two years and the rate struck according to a number of factors including market history.
Internet cracks under pressure By Simone Short SLOW internet speeds around South Gippsland have been blamed on the demanding tourist season.
Some residents however, believe outdated equipment and the need for upgrades are the real causes. A spokesperson from Telstra, one of two suppliers for the region, said the influx of tourists during the peak season was the cause of internet problems. “During the summer holiday season many Telstra customers will enjoy time holidaying throughout Australia. With the popularity of new smart phones and tablets on the Telstra mobile network, some locations may experience higher than expected demand,” they said. “There may be times in busy periods where customers may experience slower speeds or occasional dropouts.” Some users, however, have reported consistent slow speeds. Dumbalk resident Tony Tomada said he has had problems since the start of December and at one stage, the internet dropped out at his home 10 times in an hour-and-a-half period. “I spent two hours and 15 minutes on the phone with Telstra and they made me go through all the procedures, checking to see if it was my line,” he said. “It really all boiled down to the fact our exchange at Dumbalk is outdated, and
I got nowhere.” Mr Tomada said he usually lost connection up to four times a day. “My wife runs a small photography business and she’ll get halfway through uploading photos online and then bang, it’s gone. You have to start all over again,” he said. The NBN scheme is set to improve wireless connection in Dumbalk, but Mr Tomada said having to wait up to three years is frustrating. Leongatha resident Craig Russell also experienced problems with his internet speed, despite the provider initially fixing one problem. He supports infrastructure upgrades in town, and believes the community should also accept these improvements. “I find it extremely frustrating that when a large telco has made several proposals for new infrastructure to be installed in Leongatha (such as the Optus tower), that they are rejected by the locals,” he said. “The reports in the local paper seem to support these opinions. “If we want high speed reliable internet shouldn’t we be welcoming the telcos into our town and accepting opportunities we are presented? “How can we complain about the speeds when proposals for new infrastructure are rejected?” As part of the NBN scheme, Leongatha is expected to receive fibre optic internet by 2020.
New look depot. Same friendly service.
You might have noticed something different about Traralgon. On 1 February, Evans Petroleum became the new owners of the depot formerly run by BP’s distributor, Reliance. That same day, we also welcomed Evans as BP’s exclusive Gippsland Distributor for Fuel and Lubricants. After over 40 years in the local area, Evans are part of the furniture. With 11 BP retail sites and 3 depots, they’re keeping Gippsland moving and thriving. So while the look may be different, with friendly locals behind the counter and BP supplying the site exclusively, you know you’re in good hands. You can look forward to a warm welcome next time you fill up. Drop in today - you’ll find us at: 23-29 Shakespeare St, Traralgon, VIC, 3844
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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.
Police always watching By Simone Short YOU know the feeling.
You’re driving along the highway, maybe running a little late to work, when you see a police car driving towards you. A quick glance at your speedo tells you you’re over the legal limit, and your stomach drops. You think to yourself “It’s okay, the police are driving in the opposite direction. They can’t tell how fast I’m going”. Next minute, you see the blue and red lights flash. Most drivers have their own ideas about what police can and can’t detect out on the road.
On a recent ‘tour’ of a fully equipped police car, Bass Coast Highway Patrol Sergeant Jason Hullick showed The Star the extent of what police can detect when out on the road. When officers are driving, they can use a Dual Stalker Moving Mode Radar, which uses an aerial on the roof of the vehicle to detect the speed of not just one, but several approaching vehicles at once. While some people may think if they sit behind a car, the police are more likely to catch the first vehicle speeding and let the second one get away, they are sorely mistaken.
“We can detect the speed of the leading vehicle, but the one behind it may be travelling even faster,” Sgt Hullick said. “If both cars are speeding, we can issue both with a ticket. We’ve had a circumstance before where we observed cars racing each other, and we were able to pull both of them over.” Police can also use the radar to detect the speed of motorists heading in the same direction as the patrol car. In an instance where a motorist sped up to lose sight of the police on the Bass Highway, officers were able to record him driving at 146km/h and issued a fine.
Of course, this radar can be used when police are both moving and stationary on the side of the road. Another piece of equipment police use is a TDS Detector, which records time over distance. “We could be following a vehicle that’s driving around 120 to 130km/h, and when that vehicle passes a geographical point we hit a button, and when the police car passes that same point, we press it again,” Sgt Hullick said. “It then uses the time and distance to auto-calculate the speed the car was going.” This device can also be used when police are
Always watching: Bass Coast Highway Patrol Sergeant Jason Hullick warns police have a number of devices to help catch motorists when they’re doing the wrong thing.
stationary on the side of the road. Sgt Hullick said it is a good tool to use so people breaking the law aren’t aware they’re being followed. “We can let them get a head start and follow about a kilometre behind,” he said.
“Once we’ve caught up, we get a reading on how fast they were travelling and can then pull them over.” With many motorists choosing to ‘flash’ other drivers to warn them police are ahead, Sgt Hullick said the TDS Detector allows them to remain
Latest technology: Bass Coast Highway Patrol vehicles are equipped with a number of devices to help catch motorists breaking the law on our roads.
hidden on the side of the road, as they don’t require a radar to record speed. “It’s a covert method of monitoring traffic,” he said, adding those caught flashing other motorists would also be dealt with. “It’s actually hindering or obstructing police when you flash your headlights at others to warn them. If we see anyone doing it, we will speak to them about it.” Police can also use the Prolaser III, which is a handheld, infrared lidar system they can use from the side of the road to detect the speed of vehicles both approaching and driving away. Sgt Hullick said the handheld laser is “very versatile”, as police can sit in a concealed location and detect traffic from both directions. “Officers can have coveted sites where they don’t need to hide a car, and if they spot someone of interest, they can radio down the road to another officer and that vehicle will be then waved in,” he said. The final piece of equipment is a Mobile Data Terminal, which checks statuses of licences, registrations and any warrants. Sgt Hullick said both police cars and motorbikes can be equipped with these devices devices, which he said are “very effective”. “Motorbikes can hide in areas where police vehicles can be easily seen, so it’s just another way to catch people when they think we’re not watching.”
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New bins worth cost: council By Brad Lester RATEPAYERS can rest assured South Gippsland Shire Council is not wasting money replacing bins.
Silent whistle: Friends of the State Coal Mine president Steve Harrop hopes the mine whistle in Wonthaggi will be back up and running again soon.
Whistle woes By Simone Short
WONTHAGGI will once again hear the familiar ‘hoot’ of the mine whistle – as soon as they find someone to fix it.
When the historic whistle in Apex Park fell silent last March, Friends of the State Coal Mine president Steve Harrop thought the hard part was just that – finding the replacement part. Initially told the required part to fix a small valve couldn’t be sourced anywhere in Australia, chances were looking dim. Eventually a company near Sale managed to track down the right part and all was well, until along came the challenge of getting it up there. With the whistle standing nine metres high, it would take the skills of either Superman or someone with a cherry picker to get the job done.
As it turns out, both are a little difficult to come by. Mr Harrop said he’d already missed an opportunity last year to replace the part. “I had a guy who could help me leave a message on my mobile saying he’d meet me at the whistle at 3.15pm, but I was underground running a tour at the time and didn’t get the message until 3.30pm,” he said. “By the time I got there, he was gone! It’s been sort of frustrating trying to get it done.” Mr Harrop wants to get the whistle fixed as soon as possible, describing it as an ‘icon’ of the town. “I really want to see it working again. Life in Wonthaggi revolved around it,” he said. “It still does today to an extent. We’ve had a lot of people complaining they don’t know it’s lunchtime!”
Contractors have been replacing bins around the region as part of a new rubbish collection contract with council. Under the old contract, the company Cleanaway owned the bins and was to collect the bins when the contract expired. In calling for tenders for the new contract, council specified new bins would be supplied and then be owned by council. The old bins were ageing and due for replacement. New bins now would save council further costs in the future, said council’s manager of sustainability Geoff McKinnon. The specification for new bins also ensured all companies tendered for the contract on an equal footing, he said. Cleanaway’s contract was accepted again. “People probably see us taking the old bins away and think what is that costing ratepayers, but it is not the case at all,” Mr McKinnon said. “Why buy secondhand bins when you can buy new ones and get a longer life
BASS Coast Shire Council has a number of major projects in the pipeline and would love some capital funding. Are you listening Russell Broadbent and Greg Hunt? Mr Broadbent is the Liberal Member for McMillan and Mr Hunt his counterpart for Flinders. Like federal parliamentary members around the nation, they’ll face the voters on September 14. Council CEO Allan Bawden said there have been few federal grants for municipal capital expenditure in recent years. The last one for Bass Coast was just over $1 million for the Wonthaggi Centennial Centre. It was announced in June 2010 as part of Rudd Government stimu-
lus money. Mr Bawden said the federal capital grant before that went back to Paul Keating’s time. Mr Keating was Prime Minister from 1991 to 1996. Mr Bawden said council had “heaps” of projects that would benefit from a federal capital grant such as the new Cowes Cultural Centre, library and heritage hub and the primary care centre proposed for Cowes. Such projects boost the local economy by providing construction and trade jobs. Mr Bawden said the proposed regional gallery and cultural centre for Wonthaggi is a way off yet because it is dependent on the senior campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College moving to new premises. “It will require a lot of federal and state money.” The CEO would be keen too,
on the kerb after they have been emptied,” Mr McKinnon said. “Cleanaway anticipates that all old bins will be retrieved by the end of this week, although there will of course be some exceptions where residents have not placed them out for collection. “All bins have been
emptied according to their regular schedule throughout the period with no interruptions to the service.” Garbage bins now have a red lid to comply with standards. Council will consider providing a green waste service but that won’t be until at least a year or two into the future.
On the way: Peter Roberts, South Gippsland Shire Council’s waste management coordinator, inspects a new bin in Leongatha.
Locals come first, says Greg Hunt THE Member for Flinders, Greg Hunt, has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of the federal election date and said his first re-
Fingers crossed for funding By Jane Ross
out of them?” Residents have been asked by council to leave out their old bins for emptying and subsequent collection, but the pick-up has taken longer than anticipated, said council’s waste management coordinator Peter Roberts. “The contractors have had to remove the wheels from the old bins to stack them inside each other and that takes time, so the old bins are staying outside longer than they thought,” he said. “Most people have got their bins but there have just been some delays in getting rid of the old ones.” By last week, Cleanaway had delivered 75 per cent of the new bins, with new bins at Foster, Port Franklin, Mirboo North, Leongatha (75 per cent completed), Korumburra (50 per cent), Nyora, Sandy Point, Toora, Welshpool, Koonwarra and Meeniyan. Bins will be delivered to the following towns by the end of this week: Leongatha (remaining 25 per cent), Korumburra (remaining 50 per cent), Kongwak, Bena, Loch, Poowong, Stony Creek, Fish Creek, Waratah Bay, Tarwin Lower and Yanakie. “Retrieval of the old bins will continue until all bins are collected. Residents just need to leave them out
for whichever party wins power to continue Grants Commission funding and Roads to Recovery money. Mr Bawden said these are two “very significant” funding streams for council, although, like hospital funding, Grants Commission money was cut dramatically last year on the grounds the Federal Government had over estimated Victoria’s population. Despite welcoming the money, Bass Coast Council has long had an issue with Grant Commission funding because it is based on permanent population figures and doesn’t take the shire’s transient holiday crowds into account. Roads to Recovery funding is particularly welcome and has, Mr Bawden said, helped the council “get on top of its roads backlog”. “It’s a significant grant and very flexible in how we spend it.”
sponsibility is to fight for better local facilities and a better quality of life for the residents of his electorate. This includes securing natural gas for Phillip Island and coastal villages as well as funding for Green Army environment projects for Bass Coast. The Green Army is part of the Coalition’s environment platform and, if they’re elected, will involve 15,000 young people taking part in projects suggested by local people. Mr Hunt is also determined the long-standing plan for an aquatic hub for Phillip Island become a reality, together with the proposed medical hub to replace the Island’s Warley Hospital. He is keen to protect Phillip Island and the Mornington Peninsula from inappropriate development and to build bypasses for Koo Wee Rup and Lang Lang. Together with his Coalition colleagues, Mr Hunt is saying the election will be about trust. “Who do you trust to
reduce the cost of living pressures and who do you trust to boost small business and job security? “It’s a choice between more tax or less, more regulation or less.” He said the Coalition would abolish the carbon and mining taxes, eliminate wasteful government
spending and boost productivity. Australia’s carbon emissions would be reduced by a plan to plant 20 million trees around the country. Mr Hunt is the Shadow Minister for Climate Action, Environment and Heritage.
Local: Greg Hunt said his first responsibility for the pending federal election is to fight for better facilities for those in his electorate of Flinders.
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Dinosaurs surprise at Inverloch By Brad Lester DESPITE digging for more than 20 years, dinosaur fans continue to find fossils near Inverloch.
Exciting discovery: Wendy White (left) admires a pterosaur tooth, still in rock, found by Bronwyn Jeynes.
Breaking down: Lee Henley of Inverloch and Mike Cleeland of Phillip Island seek dinosaur fossils among rocks.
The Dinosaur Dreaming site at The Caves boasts the highest concentration of fossils in Australia Since annual digs started in 1994, more than 10,000 fossilised bones and teeth from the Early Cretaceous period have been excavated from the bed of an ancient river valley. This month, volunteers and staff from Monash University and Museum Victoria continue to search for fossils at low tide. Dig coordinator Lesley Kool of Wonthaggi was delighted to report the discovery of various theropod teeth and limb bones in the first week of digging alone. “We could be getting a good selection of different bones, limbs, vertebrae and skull fragments, and we definitely have found four teeth,” she said. “You never know what is going to turn up. That’s the excitement, I think. That’s what keeps people coming back.” Teeth are to palaeontologists what fingerprints are to forensic scientists: a clue. Ms Kool said plant eating animals had sharp, needle like teeth. Other teeth were designed to penetrate fish scales and not for chewing, indicating the owner simply
swallowed their food whole. Teeth that pointed backwards into the mouth and bore deep roots were ideal for holding struggling prey. Pitted and dark teeth indicated a dinosaur most likely accidentally swallowed a tooth along with its prey, the discolouring caused by the dinosaur’s stomach acid. Teeth uncovered at Inverloch are typically brown, transformed by their mineral coffins over 120 million years, and a far cry from their original creamy yellow appearance. Sue Flere of Venus Bay was enjoying her second stint at the Monash dig and found an ornithopod femur, receiving the accolade of honorary mention for bone of the year.
“I did a dig at the Otways last year and will do it again this year,” she said. Bronwyn Jeynes, a first time volunteer and Monash geology student, uncovered a tooth from a pterosaur or flying reptile. “Every time you find a new bit, you are wondering what you are
looking at because there are all sorts of possibilities,” the Bairnsdale woman said. “Every bit you find, no matter how scrappy it
is, it is 120 million years old and no one has seen it before.” Wendy White of Fitzroy has volunteered at the dig for 12 years but the anticipation of a new find is still alluring. “It’s like a treasure hunt; it’s a jigsaw puzzle. It’s completely addictive when you are in that zone,” she said.
sand washed in by the previous high tide to access the dig site. Large rocks are cut and removed, and broken into smaller fragments in the hope of a new discovery. Since the dig began, volunteers have found evidence of seven dinosaurs, three groups of primitive mammals, birds, pterosaurs, plesiosaurs, turtles and fish. The dig occurs in February each year when low tides are at their lowest. This year’s dig ends this week.
Local specimen: an Allosaurus that would have lived at Inverloch. Artwork: Jeremy Kool. Each day, volunteers remove
Worthy mention: Sue Flere of Venus Bay discovered an ornithopod femur at The Caves.
Too many corellas! By Jacob de Kunder MORE corellas than ever have swooped onto Leongatha’s Mary Checkley Reserve, according to one resident. Margret Wood, who lives nearby, said the birds are creating havoc. “Everyone knows they are here. They’ve stripped all the fruit off everybody’s trees and they come in at night and stay in the morning making all their noise,” she said. “They’ve been coming for the last few years but never this bad. One night there I counted over 100 in the trees at the park.” The squawking from the corellas can be heard streets away. “Their squawking is relentless,” Mrs Wood said. “It’s like they’re having a party up there all night.” Jen Chitty of Brown Street agrees. “There are hundreds of them around, eating and ruining our trees creating a
mess,” she said. “Two neighbours near me have had to have their powerlines replaced and they’re back there again. “They are also landing on our TV aerials and messing around with our
reception. “Something needs to be done.” Rachel Dawkins, spokesperson for the Department of Sustainability and Environment, said there was an in-
crease of birdlife all over Gippsland. “One theory is because the recent bushfires have destroyed a lot of the birds’ habitats and food sources, they’ve had to move elsewhere,” she said.
“This could be why more corellas have come down to Leongatha this year than before.” The DSE did not suggest how residents could remove the corellas from the area.
They’re everywhere: Leongatha resident Margret Wood said a large influx of corellas is causing havoc in town.
One hundred plus: more than 100 corellas have been noted in Mary Checkley Reserve.
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Music man to spread joy By Jacob de Kunder KORUMBURRA people will have greater opportunity to hear live music if Ben Stein has his way. As the new music coordinator at Korumburra Secondary College, Mr Stein has big plans for the program, including more
bands in the community spotlight. “I want to open up the program here,” he said. “We’ve got some great talent and I want to make it more visible in the community. “The bands here are a great resource and if community groups want to take their events to the next level with some live music, we’re willing to help.”
Mr Stein is also encouraging young people to join the world of music with the school’s instrumental music expo night. “We invite all of our Year 7 students to come along to the night and try out some instruments,” he said. “It will be a hands-on night where the kids will be able to try out different instruments and see what
suits them. “This way they get an understanding of the instrument and get a minilesson to make sure it’s the instrument for them.” All the students will become part of the college’s junior band and take their first step into the world of music. Mr Stein is aiming to get 50 per cent of the Year 7 students to join the program.
Korumburra is part of the South Gippsland School Music Program which includes Leongatha, Mirboo North, Wonthaggi and South Gippsland secondary colleges. The combined pro-
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Music man: Ben Stein has taken over the role as music coordinator at Korumburra Secondary College.
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Council’s infrastructure director Felicity Sist said staff were amazed at the popularity of the service. “We collected over 60 tonnes of television and computer products in one weekend,” she said. “Some people brought trailer loads of old products, which showed there was a real need for council to continue this service. “We have previously charged a small amount for the collection
at transfer stations but it is clear from the amount collected that residents were not taking advantage of this. “From Friday, February 1 all television, computer and computer components can be taken to any transfer station for no charge. There will still be a small fee for other items like DVD players and game consoles.” The collection is provided in conjunction with the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme which aims to divert e-waste from landfill. “The cost of disposing of rubbish in landfill is rising,” Ms Sist said. “There is no such thing as disposing of waste for free – somebody has to pay. A key objective of council’s Waste Manage-
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Flying doctor lands in Wonthaggi By Jane Ross THE Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) now has a presence in Wonthaggi.
Having joined with Advanced Medical Transport, it provides a non-emergency ambulance transport service called Mobile Patient Care. RFDS Melbourne office communications manager, Geoff Fraser, said expanding activities in rural Victoria fitted with the RFDS charter of caring for regional and rural Australia. There are a number of other bases in Gippsland, with Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South, Peter Ryan, launching the new Mobile Patient Care service at West Sale Airport. He said it will provide more than 1000 non-emergency patient transports a month through road and air
services. Mr Fraser said transferring patients from rural hospitals to larger ones in Melbourne, or taking people from rural areas to Melbourne for specialist treatment are the sorts of services Mobile Patient Care will provide. It has a fleet of more than 30 vehicles, aircraft capability and more than 90 bases in Victoria. Three more will be opened by April this year. Mr Ryan said Mobile Patient Care is on call seven days a week and will complement services provided by Ambulance Victoria. Mr Fraser said the RFDS had expanded in recent years from its traditional base servicing outback Australia. It’s a not-for-profit organisation and will continue to fund raise. He said people are unlikely to have to pay for using Mobile Patient Care.
Changes: the Royal Flying Doctor Service and Advanced Medical Transport have joined forces to form Mobile Patient Care. Deputy Premier, Peter Ryan (centre) launched the new entity. With him are RFDS CEO Scott Chapman (left) and Gippsland MHR Darren Chester.
Off with Breanna’s locks! FOR many women, their hair is more than a means of keeping their head warm.
Traffic, not speed: these cameras in Leongatha last week were for a council traffic study and were not speed cameras.
A hairstyle is a way of expressing themselves, a way of feeling positive and a good hair day can enhance their outlook on life. Breanna Polato knows just that and so is willing to forgo her long blonde locks to help those who lose their hair due to cancer. The Leongatha North woman will shave her head as part of the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest fundraiser. Her hair now measures 37cm long and once shaved, will become a wig for cancer patients. Funds raised for the Leukaemia Foundation will go towards finding a cure for leukaemia, as well as lymphoma and myeloma. Breanna’s friend from her Mary MacKillop College days, Peta Margetts, died from leukaemia as a Year 12 student.
Soon to go: Breanna Polato will shave her 37cm long hair for cancer.
“She was a beautiful girl, lovely, very selfless and she was a good friend,” she said. Breanna’s grandfather Harry Polato, late of Leongatha, died of skin and lung cancer. “In honour of these people, I would love to do this as well as for people that will suffer from these debilitating cancers in the
future,” she said. The Monash University zoology and palaeontology student will have her head shaved at Clayton on March 17. “Whenever someone asks what I would not change about myself, the first thing that I say is my hair. It’s a big part of me,” she said. To donate, sponsor
Breanna online at http:// my.leukaemiafoundation. org.au/BreannaPolato or phone her on 0400 338 535. Collection tins are also around Leongatha, including at Buzz Hair Studio and Leongatha Fresh Meat and Fish Supply. “I would like to thank Mum and Dad for supporting me in raising funds for this great cause,” she said.
Birralee Community Childcare Centre, she was part of a group that project managed a feasibility study for the proposed Integrated Children’s Centre in Korumburra, developing strategic and business plans and lobbying council and politicians. “The group has also initiated the merging of the kindergarten and child care centre under one governance arrangement.” Mrs Marriott is involved in her local Landcare group and with her husband, runs a beef farm at Outtrim. She sees attending the conference as an opportunity to gain inspiration and guidance from other rural women who have been dogged in driving projects in their local community and is interested in expanding her community involvement into the future. Mrs Martin has invited Mrs Marriott to address council to share her experience at the conference
upon her return. “We’re delighted to support Rebecca’s natural leadership with this opportunity to contribute her expertise, expand her
networks, learn new skills and be inspired by other women who make significant contributions to their regional communities across Australia,” Mrs Martin said.
Cameras watch for good reason Rebecca’s off to Canberra By Jacob de Kunder
CAMERAS temporarily installed around Leongatha last week were not speed cameras. The cameras were part of South Gippsland Shire Council’s Leongatha Traffic Study, despite rumours around town. Council’s assets management coordinator Alan Landers said the study gauged traffic flow around Leongatha. “We’re doing a study at the moment to look at what a potential development scenario will mean for the traffic and drainage infrastructure,” he explained. “Part of the traffic study is to do an origin-destination (OD) survey around the area of Hughes and Long streets and the affected areas where the potential heavy vehicle bypass will go. We’re also
doing traffic counts around the town at strategic locations to support that OD survey. “This information is required by us and VicRoads to support the planning of that particular route. It is just one of the tools that we use to tell us what we need to plan for.” The cameras were required for that special origin-destination survey. “It’s really the best way of doing it, using number plate recognition programs and computers instead of having people sitting there, writing down number plates or half number plates, and things like that and not getting the best results,” Mr Landers said. “The data tells us when someone has come in one end of town and goes out the other end of town. What we get out of that is the flow of the traffic and whether people are going in and coming out, or have come into town and stayed in the area.
“That is important in finding out which routes people might be taking and where they come in and where they come out and where they go in between times.” Scott Benjamin from AusTraffic, the company that installed the cameras, said the cameras were not vandalised. “Where we’ve put the cameras up, we found that we’ve got a lot of trouble with vandalism in the past but it wasn’t so much of an issue in Leongatha,” he said. The company decided to not erect signs notifying the public of what the cameras were because they believed signs would provoke more vandalism. “The other thing we’ve done in the past is put up small signs notifying the public the cameras are not speed cameras but at times clients aren’t comfortable with that,” Mr Benjamin said.
REBECCA Marriott’s passion for local issues is about to expand. A mother of three, the Outtrim woman has been awarded a scholarship to represent South Gippsland at the inaugural National Rural Women’s Conference in Canberra in April. Jane Martin, South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of community services, was delighted to advise that Regional Development Australia (RDA Gippsland) was sending a woman from each Gippsland shire to participate in the conference which is themed ‘Big Inspiration, Big Challenges, Big Business, and Big Networks’. “In her application Rebecca demonstrated a strong commitment to South Gippsland,” Mrs Martin said. “She is an advocate for early childhood development and as president of the
Community passion: Rebecca Marriott will represent South Gippsland Shire at the National Rural Women’s Conference in Canberra.
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Ground breaking new school THE $5 million Newhaven College new middle school major project was officially launched on Thursday.
Works are on track for a late September completion. With the help of $900,000 in Federal Government funding, announced in late December 2012 the new middle school project will be erected on the 80 acre Phillip Island Road campus. The 3500 square middle school will accommodate some 300 students in years 5 to 8 and will include two Year 5 classrooms, two Year 6, four Year 7 and four Year 8 classrooms, along with science and art rooms and a fully equipped health centre to accommodate the school’s full time nurse. Completing the new building will be student services rooms, as well as indoor and outdoor assembly and gathering areas. College principal Gea Lovell said the project was another major turning point in the school’s history. “The new facility will feature lovely open spaces, as in the junior school. There will be lots of break out areas, flat screens in every class and all the latest technology,” she said. “We are up with the very latest in school design. It is pretty much what I saw in the USA and other countries and it is definitely leading edge design.” Following extensive research, middle schools have developed around the world. The United States were the leaders in instigating the change to offer separate schools for young adolescents, and Mrs Lovell was fortunate enough to win a grant to travel overseas to visit a number of middle schools in the United States, and to be part of their Middle School conference. “Such a structure challenges Newhaven to be daring, and creates for us a significant point of difference in this region. There is ample research to support us in this restructure,” Mrs Lovell said. “Newhaven, being a Prep to Year12 school that is relocating, and thus building specific learning centres, is in a unique position to restructure our college to incorporate an exemplary Year 5 to 9 middle school.” The middle school is the seventh project with Newhaven College for architect Craig Brown of McIdowie Partners. Mr Brown’s first project was a new canteen at the college’s Boy’s Home Road campus, followed by the ground breaking Year 9 Environmental Centre. He said he is proud and privileged to be part of another college milestone. “Gea has guided us in the design and it is very unique to the site and allows flexibility for the future,” Mr Brown said. “The design was very much about making the building bespoke where the students could be brought together as a team but still allow space for the individual. “The building is tightly designed, exact, yet flexible
and has certain humility, and will be a proud statement, very much a statement of what the school believes in.” Mr Brown said the heart of the middle school building sits on a big concrete slab to capture the heat from the sun to warm the school in winter. Big convection fans will help warm air rising in the summer and push it down in
the colder months. Situated close by the Junior School, the two campuses will be linked to allow for easy transition between the two facilities. Construction firm, The Lloyd Group from Frankston, has moved 15 tonnes of soil and already completed 60 per cent of the ground work and foundations.
The expectation is the roof will be on before the weather turns. That will see the project well on track for the projected October completion and available for the first intake of students in 2014. The state of the art middle school will complement the ground breaking Year 9 environmental campus and junior school and in the near future, a new senior campus for the Years 10 to 12.
College board member Rob McKaige said the new middle school facility would allow the college to grow. “Currently we have 175 students in the junior school from Grade Prep to Year 6 and we do have a waiting list, so we would like to accommodate more students,” he said. “We are looking to introduce two double streams in the primary school to allow more
students to attend the college.” As for when the senior school campus will be built Mr McKaige said, “That will be the last leg of the journey and it won’t be far off, but funding will be the big issue.” Jane McGillivray has been appointed the head of middle school and is already working within the middle school structure with years 7-9 at the Boys Home Rd campus. Years 5
and 6 will join the middle school cohort when the new building opens in 2014. The college will conduct information evenings for parents throughout the year to explain the philosophy and benefits of a middle school and follow the construction process. Designed by McIldowie Partners, the middle school neatly fills the gap between the junior school and the Year 9 Environmental Centre.
Designs displayed: from left, architect Craig Brown and Newhaven College board member Rob McKaige check out the designs for the Newhaven College middle school during the official launch last Thursday.
Mayor’s message Cr Kieran Kennedy LAST Wednesday council was pleased to announce community grants totalling $175,794 to enhance community facilities across the shire. A total of $340,000 has been allocated for distribution this year through the two rounds of the Community Grants Program which continue to attract a large number of applications. We are appreciative of the efforts of our volunteer organisations to help us develop and maintain these facilities and the program continues to be the most direct and effective way that council can support its community to pursue its own projects. The new category for small equipment has been well received, with six applications from 17 successful. It is assessed on a monthly basis which allows for the expedient replacement of equipment which may have broken down, for example. The category was a result of the annual review of the program where we look to see if we can make it even more effective to meet your needs. Over the last nine years council has allocated over $2 million to the Community Grants Program. In recent years the program has been used to assist organisations to leverage Community Grant funding for larger grants from other funding programs. Examples of this include the McIndoe Park Development Project for a new rotunda and playground; the $186,000 Meeniyan Mechanics Institute Refurbishment Project and the Combined Halls Project for Hedley, Mount Best and Toora recently receiving approximately $282,000 from the State Government. The Jeetho Hall redevelopment project was another example which has resulted in the upgrade to this historic building. Another major success of the Community Grants Program is the planning development category. This category provides for the development of master plans, feasibility studies and supporting documentation (such as designs and detailed costs analysis) which is vital for the investigation or implementation of larger projects. These are all great wins resulting from this smart partnership of council and community. I encourage you all to gather up your friends and family and head out to Mossvale Park this Sunday for the legendary Music for the People Concert which is now in its 44th year. Council is delighted to once again sponsor this, and to be able to bring this five hour feast of music to you for the very low cost of $10 per head (children free). The gates open at 10am and the concert runs from 11am-4.30pm. Tickets can be purchased at council or at the gate. Refreshments will be available or you might like to pack a picnic. Don’t forget your chairs or a blanket to sit on and just enjoy the whole gamut of beautiful music, environment and hopefully weather! Cr Kieran Kennedy, mayor.
Groundbreaking: from left, board of directors chair Antoinette Mitchell, principal Gea Lovell, business manager David Butt, board members Greg Price and Rob McKaige, and architect Craig Brown celebrate the start of the new middle school building.
On site: Newhaven College principal Gea Lovell chats with architect Craig Brown during the official launch of the new middle school, due for completion in late September.
Mirboo North is tops: riders MIRBOO North was rated ‘most favourite town’ by cyclists in last year’s Great Victorian Bike Ride. The RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride 2012 in November and December contributed around $2 million to the local economy and brought 4300 bike riders, volunteers and support crew to the area. The ride stopped in Mirboo North for an evening and the community staged a variety of entertainment and events. Briagolong was rated as the ‘most welcoming’ in a post-ride online survey of over 500 people. Also scoring well were Traralgon where the rest day of the event was spent, as well as Yarragon. Darren Allen, Bicycle Network Victoria’s event manager, said the
online survey showed bike riders appreciated the amount of work townships put in to welcome them. “All communities throughout the ride worked hard to showcase their towns, many closing streets and providing activities for the riders,” he added. A key legacy of the event is the return visitation of riders and their family and friends to the region. Seventy-seven per cent of the bike riders were planning to revisit towns or areas they passed through in the next 12 months and this is a superb opportunity for the region to capitalise on. “These return visits will bring further economic benefit to the region,” Mr Allen said. “We are proud that the event has been contributing to regional Victoria for 29 years.
“Without the help, support and efforts of the local councils, community groups, tourism operators and businesses the ride could not have been so successful.” In 2013, the ride will feature the Great Ocean Road and the Otways Ranges rainforest as it celebrates the 30th ride. The nine days of fully supported bike riding will be a fun, social and exciting challenge to all who take part. “It will be a week in another world and unmissable,” Mr Allen said. “Future towns should look at what the towns along the 2012 route provided for some hints. The town experience is a big part of the ride so we aim to go to places that really support us.” Entries will open in May.
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Be FireReady.
If you’re in two minds, leave early. visit cfa.vic.gov.au or call 1800 240 667
More members: Meeniyan CFA’s newest fire fighters, from left: Brad KijlstraShone, Amanda Delaney, Matt Roberts, Ken Koetsveld and Sara Janssen with third lieutenant Folkert Janssen (Absent: Tim Spokes and Geoff Cooling).
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Hot news New CFA station for Meeniyan By Sarah Vella MEENIYAN and Stony Creek Fire Brigade will receive a new station, after outgrowing their current station on the highway.
If you’re in two minds, leave early. The best way to prepare for this fire season is to stay informed and plan to leave early, before you see smoke or fire. Don’t wait and hope for the best. Plan to leave early: ü Talk to everyone you live with so you all know when you’re going to leave and where you’re going to go if a fire starts. ü Pack a relocation kit with important documents and essential items. ü Use more than one source of information for warnings. Get the most up to date information through the CFA website, the FireReady app, CFA’s social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter, local radio or the Victorian Bushfire Information Line on 1800 240 667.
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The new station will be built on a vacant block next to the sports stadium, on the northern half. South Gippsland Shire Council and the CFA have approved all permits and the construction will start soon. “We’ll be in our new home by July or August this year,” captain Dean Delaney said. The new building will be a modern facility featuring a purpose built meeting room, an additional vehicle bay, change rooms, an office and proper storage for personal protection gear. “It will make meetings a lot easier and the space we have will be used a lot more efficiently,” Mr Delaney said. The new station is funded primarily by the CFA, however the Meeniyan brigade has done its fair share of fundraising. “There are a few things we have to fund ourselves, like the concreting, so we have been selling firewood throughout the year and we have our annual car boot sale coming up on Easter Monday,” Mr Delaney said. “We are only a small brigade, but we have a very active group. We are really excited about the new station, especially with the new members who have joined recently.
“We would like to congratulate Geoff Cooling, Amanda Delaney, Sara Janssen, Brad Kijlstra-Shone, Ken Koetsveld, Matt Roberts and Tim Spokes as our new fire fighters. “The volunteers who successfully completed their minimum skills training over the past six weeks are due to receive their yellow turnout gear in the coming weeks. “When the turnout gear arrives they will be able to attend incidents under guidance from senior members.” The brigade also sent 10 members to Heyfield in strike teams, to support CFA members from all over the state fighting the current Gippsland fire. “It is a really good experience for them. A lot of the time, they don’t do any actual fire fighting, but it is always good to go away and see something different,” Mr Delaney said. “It is sometimes a bit scary, but it is a really good experience.” The brigade has a junior fire brigade with 12 members, two of whom just completed their minimum skills and a senior brigade of around 18 active members. “We have a really enthusiastic group, but we do struggle during the day, with only around three or four members readily available during work hours,” Mr Delaney said. “Our next aim is to try and recruit some more day time volunteers and we are always on the lookout for new fire fighting or brigade members.”
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FOSTER ... ON SHOW! Champion to open Foster Show They will work with up to 200 sheep located in the south east corner of the grounds between the loading ramp and Station Road. Contact Keren Collins on 5686 2633 for further details. The exhibit shed is worth a look. How heavy is the biggest pumpkin? In the hall are the children’s art display and craft demonstrations. Admire the photography. There’s lots to see and do around the showgrounds with coffee and food available from vendors. Lose yourself viewing classic cars and vintage tractors of the 20th century. Rest and listen to the Foster Show Idol. Thanks to Bendigo Bank, show organisers are offering a $200 gate entry prize. Horse and donkey events are on all day while dairy cattle will be judged in the morning. Children are well catered for with the animal nursery, gum boot throwing, fun with balloons, dog parade in fancy dress and jumping
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From 10am, a sheep will be shorn every hour in a special demonstration by Peter Gay in and near the Robbie Allan Shed. The first sheep will have a fine wool fleece from a first cross ewe with short fibres that will be prepared by the Foster Wool Group led by Trudi Richter, a fascinating character who has been spinning fibres for more than 30 years. Trudi has spun wool, silk, alpaca, mohair, wool and silk, and even tried hair from Husky dogs. The fleece has to be carded, that is, ensure the wool fibres face in one direction. Then it is spun into thread and plyed into a strong thread which is then formed into a ball of wool. Knitting or crocheting follows to produce a scarf, beanie or jumper. The spinning process is time consuming and requires patience and motivation. Originally Trudi’s husband began spinning fleeces so she could knit him a jumper. As his spare time was limited, his spinning slowed down to a trickle and she was left with a half finished jumper. So she decided to take up spinning but it took a long time over several years to perfect the skill before she was able to complete his jumper. In the 1970s, spinning was fashionable, fleeces
were plentiful and knitting was in vogue And spinning was common. Trudi prefers Poll and Poll Dorset fleeces as they are easy to spin. Firstly the fleece is washed to remove some of the grease, then washed again in hot water in a different additive and dried carefully. To make the texture of the fleece more “user friendly”, it is wire brushed or carded, after which the fleece is spun into a continuous single thread. Then it is plyed, where two threads are twisted together to make into a knittable thread of wool and
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Recently returned from the Tamworth Country Music Festival, he will be in fine voice, performing to the crowd in front of the grandstand. As a member of the Coodabeen Champions, he has a strong following from the football devotees. He will announce the winner of the Champion Song Contest from a field of more than nine entrants. He will present awards and badges to the Junior Show Ambassador and the Rural Show Ambassador winners. This is promoted by the VAS to encourage and support young people living in rural and regional Victoria. Greg will start his day with Georgia and Graeme Wilson at 9 am judging
home made wine and beer followed by compering the speed knitting at 11am. At 11.30 he will open the show, announce the contest winners and perform in front of the grandstand. Thereafter the sheaf tossing starts at 12.30 pm, the dog high jump at 1pm followed by the Murray to Moyne dual challenges, one of which is by Phil Worboys of the hospital staff. Leg waxing, head shaving and moustache removal will be endured in front of the grandstand conducted by a 3GG announcer. Elsewhere, sheep shearing will be held every hour from 10am in or near the Robbie Allan shed. The wool group will process the first fleece into a ball of wool and knit a scarf or beanie during the day. Although a mammoth task, spinners will treat it as a challenge. In cooperation with the Foster Show, the South Gippsland Working Dog Group has organised novice and open events at 9am and 11am for dogs.
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wound into a ball ready for knitting into a scarf or jumper. One whole fleece will usually make a jumper. To give him a firm grip on the floor board, Peter Gay grabs the animal by the rear end and drags it to his stand, placing it in a sitting position, leans over and selects the comb. He starts to shear in one long sweep from its neck down towards its tail end. He has a portable electric shearing stand and machine which is set up on site close to a power source. It is backbreaking work.
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Region to star with IGA By Matt Dunn LAST week local IGA employees were showcasing their talents for the TV cameras as part of an ad campaign that will go to air in coming weeks. Staff from Leongatha and Korumburra were filmed onsite, telling the world why their supermarket is best. The marketing company making the ad, Hstudios, also took footage from around the towns – painting not only a picture of life at IGA, but life in the region. “This is a Michael’s IGA ad and all the talent has been Michael’s IGA people. Unfortunately we’ve managed to edit store owner Michael Lorenz out,” IGA’s John Markham said with a laugh. “We’re doing a number of things in the ad. We’re talking about the money we raise locally – and last year it was in the order of about $1.1 million – in Leongatha and Korumburra. We’ve also
got the best fresh food in the business. We make our own sausages, something that a lot of supermarkets don’t do nowadays.” Mr Markham said the supermarket’s ‘Rewards’ and ‘Community Chest’ fundraising initiatives were never bragged about, but they were programs of which IGA workers were extremely proud.
Leongatha store manager Chris O’Leary and his Korumburra offsider Craig Marinus have “done their bit” for the ad campaign, along with assistant store managers, Mr Markham said. When The Star arrived at the Leongatha store, produce manager Karl Misale was in front of the camera, saying a line over and over again.
He could have been forgiven for throwing a star tantrum, but kept his composure throughout. “Independents tend to be stymied by this idea that they’re the little bloke. Here that is not the case. While there are people who may think IGA doesn’t exist, the people who shop in the store prove otherwise,” Mr Markham said.
Leading light: Leongatha store produce manager Karl Misale was a natural in front of the camera.
Affordable lifestyle: the Mountain View team is gearing for a major presentation on Thursday, February 28, with experts to offer advice on leasehold, Deferred Management Fees (DMF) models and Centrelink matters. The retirement village is offering plush villas from just $139,500 under certain plans. RSVP for the presentation: email sales@mountainviewleongatha.com.au or call 1300 306 255 by Thursday, February 21. From left, builder Scott Collins, site supervisor Kane Stevic, project manager David Louden and manager Trevor Davis were all smiles last week.
Left, Starring roles: Leongatha store manager Chris O’Leary and his Korumburra offsider Craig Marinus have “done their bit” for the ad campaign.
Donkeys on parade at Foster
Leading way: Fiona Mottram with YurrahUpsaDaisy, a dark bay donkey hybrid and Yurrah Frosty, a chestnut roan Australian donkey.
IT’S three years since donkeys have paraded at Foster Show. This year, they will return to a donkey category of their own. Fiona Mottram is secretary of the Donkey Society of Victoria and is expecting entries from many parts of Gippsland. Donkeys are a species on their own. The mule is a hybrid where the donkey is the father and a horse is the mother. Breeds include Australian, Irish, English, Mediterranean, American and Mammoth donkeys. Six classes will be judged on the day. Led donkey, five years and under requires good conformation, including a broad chest, good lung capacity, strong hindquarters, straight legs and back, heavy in proportion, hoofs in good condition and a tail that is well attached. Further classes are judged on performance, such as ridden pleasure donkey or hybrid.
Performance classes reflect animals that can have a good relationship with their owners. In the championship class judges are looking for a donkey that signals a good working capacity, is strong and well put together so it can pull or carry a load. The reserve champion is one who comes in second place but shows championship qualities. The best presented donkey reflects a washed and well groomed animal that is not only impressive but moves well too. The encouragement award is for a person who may not have shown donkeys before, can handle the show situation in a friendly and relaxed manner, and overall is performing well. It’s up to the judge to award one or the other and if neither applies then no award shall be made. Fiona has been interested in donkeys since 1983. She bought her first donkey in 1990 and now has eight donkeys and two mules.
Mayor’s message Cr Clare Le Serve I WAS honoured this week to present awards to 26 Bass Coast young leaders. These students in Grade 6 and Year 11 have taken leadership roles in their schools and communities and I feel it is important to recognise this commitment. The Bass Coast Young Leaders Awards Program was introduced by council in 2007. Its purpose is to foster young leaders in Bass Coast and recognise students who display leadership qualities. Throughout the year we plan to put our young leaders to work! We want them to be involved with our youth advocacy group, they will be given professional public speaking opportunities, provided with leadership training and events and have the opportunity to develop a youth engagement toolkit for staff at council. I am particularly proud of our young leaders and this program as council is in the ideal position to engage with youth. Young people, more than any other demographic, are grounded to Bass Coast. They live here, are educated here, play sport and do other activities here. Many council activities impact them directly including how we develop open space, parks and gardens, libraries, our recreation reserves, local laws, infrastructure and economic development. Yet often, they are not given their say. The benefits of local government working with young people are many. Councils can be more effective in their planning and decision making, connections are built between community and young people, stereotypes are challenged, inclusion and fairness is promoted and most importantly of all – these young leaders are our future leaders. A great example of getting young people involved in decision making is the voting for playground designs at McMahon’s Reserve and Wimbledon Heights. These playgrounds both need to be replaced and we have two fantastic designs for each to choose from. And who better to choose them than those who use them? Voting on the designs closes on February 22 and we have already had over 260 responses. I’d like to again congratulate all our young leaders. They have led by example and should be proud of their achievements, as should their schools, teachers and the community. We are.
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• OBITUARY
Max Winkler a community icon MAX Winkler was involved in many South Gippsland organisations but his four sons hold an abiding memory of their Dad’s days as a trainer with the Toora and MDU football clubs.
He followed them wherever they played in his signature white overalls, carrying what was known as his “legendary magic towel”. Max was also a vice president, trainer, best clubman and life member (with his wife, Topsy) of the Leongatha Football Club. As his family says of him, “Max was a person that did not just live in a community. He wanted to be part of that community”. And he was, in many ways. Max passed away on December 23, surrounded by a large number of his family. A service to celebrate his life was held at the Dakers Centre, Leongatha, on December 28, preceded by a private family burial at the Leongatha Cemetery. Max August Winkler was born on May 18, 1932 at the Queen Victoria Hospital, West Melbourne, the first son of Gus and Florence and elder brother of Ron. Soon after Ron’s birth, the family moved to Robinvale near the Murray River; their house a bag hut on the
bank of the river. The boys’ mother wanted her sons to have an education so they moved back to Melbourne where they lived in a small cottage in Richmond underneath the railway line next to the Marchant soft drink factory. Max attended Yarra Park State School in Punt Road, then, when the family moved to South Melbourne, he went to the Albert Park State School which was next to the South Melbourne Gas Works. At secondary level, he was a student at South Melbourne Technical School. On leaving the tech, Max started an apprenticeship as a plumber, working at various places including Thomas Walker and Sons at the Dry Dock and Prince Henry’s Hospital in St Kilda Road. Max became ill during his apprenticeship and moved to Foster to recover. He didn’t return to the city. The next stage of his life started when he met a young lady at a dance in the parish hall in Leongatha. Her name was Topsy and the couple married in 1954, the same year they started share farming for the late Norm Kuhne at Koonwarra. Their next move came in 1957, when they purchased land at Mount Eccles. It was very hilly and they relied on horse and sled to transport material around. Their four sons, Graeme,
Max Winkler: devoted to his family and community. Chris, Barry and Ross, were brought up at Mount Eccles where the family stayed for 23 years, eventually turning a rundown hilly patch of bush and scrub into a neat and productive dairy farm. Those were the years when Max’s considerable contribution to the South Gippsland community began. As a teenager and young man, he was shy and not given to mixing with larger groups. But after marrying and having a family of his own, his life changed and he became a well respected and important member of the community that he loved. He was in the Hallston CFA, on the Mount Eccles State School parents’ council for 10 years, and spent 23 years as president of the Mount Eccles Hall Committee. He was part of the Mount Eccles Tennis Club and president of the Rotary Club of Leongatha, also en-
joying discussing the world’s problems with ex-Rotarians. Max was secretary of the South Gippsland Vintage Car Club, vice president of the Leongatha Senior Citizens and a member of Leongatha Probus. In 1980, Max and Topsy decided to retire into Leongatha and let Chris take over the farm. The Winklers travelled overseas, but couldn’t get farming out of their blood, so they began share farming on a property at Ruby. With the sale of the farm at Mount Eccles, Max and Topsy, Chris and his wife, Sue, purchased a large dairy farm at Leongatha South where they milked 240 cows on 450 acres. The business was successful for a number of years, but age caught up, forcing the sale of the property. Max and Topsy retired in to Leongatha, enjoying being involved with the lives of their family. Early last year, Max became ill and, as his health deteriorated, his family relied on the doctors at Leongatha Healthcare, the staff at Leongatha Memorial Hospital and Koorooman House and those close to him are grateful for that care and support. Max is survived by Topsy, his sons and their families which include 11 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Author to inspire BEST selling author Margareta Osborn will visit Inverloch Community Hub on Friday, March 1. The best-selling author of Bella’s Run, Hope’s Road and A Bush Christmas, Margareta, of Tinamba, is also a fifth-generation farmer. Her love of the land is obvious in her rural romance writing. Bella’s Run and A Bush Christmas were both finalists in the Australian Romance Readers Awards 2012 and Hope’s Road has been nominated by the iBookstore editors as one of the ‘Best of 2012’ for romance. Margareta, who also writes for Gippsland Country Life magazine, is a past winner of a Victorian Rural Women’s Bursary, a Marcus Oldham Rural Leadership Program graduate, holds a Diploma in Conservation and Land Management and has worked in diverse jobs, none of which, she says, taught her how to write but gave her plenty of ideas on what to write about. The event is arranged by Friends of the Inverloch Library and starts at 5.30pm. The entry fee of $5 includes cheese and drinks. Phone Glenys on Gippsland based: author Margareta 5674 1912 or add your name to the sign-up sheet in the Inverloch library if attending. Osborn.
Outdoor fun: Leongatha Secondary College students stay upright on the Tarwin River – well, for most of the time.
Setting out: Joel Moore on top of the Tarwin.
Teens explore Tarwin THEY tried to stay dry but put together a group of teenagers, canoes, a river and a warm day, and omeone is bound to get wet.
That was the case when Year 11 students from Leongatha Secondary College canoed on the
Tarwin River recently. The Outdoor Environmental Studies students headed off to Tarwin River for day of canoeing skills and safety. With perfect weather and conditions, the day, a preparation session for a Blue Rock Lake excursion, was a success.
All students had a chance to review and practise their basic canoe strokes, swimming and capsize recovery skills. Fingers crossed there are no capsizes at Blue Rock but all students are now adequately prepared. Bring on Blue Rock!
Surf’s up at Inverloch IN A world first move, West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation has added an exciting new item to their collection: a surfboard. Bass Coast Councillor Jordan Crugnale was on hand to “check out” the board for the very first time last week. The board is now available at Inverloch Library for other members to borrow. The surfboard was
decorated by children as it travelled to libraries across the region as part of the 2012 National Year of Reading celebrations. Children were invited to add their story to the board at each stage of its tour before it was “launched” by local literary treasure Alison Lester last November. Due to popular demand the surf board is now available for members to borrow for a 24 hour period and comes with its own barcode and catalogue
record. “This is a world first,” said Cr Bob Newton, West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation board chair. “We’re not aware of any other libraries in the world that have such a unique item in their collection.” The surfboard can be scanned and delivered over the counter, just like a book – unlike a book however, library staff are encouraging borrowers to take the board for a dip before the end of summer.
Unique find: librarian Maude Farrugia and Bass Coast Shire Councillor Jordan Crugnale, and the surfboard available for the public to borrow.
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Byron dives in to help kids TEN year old Port Welshpool boy Byron Doran will dive in to the YMCA Swimathon at South Gippsland SPLASH next month to help other kids learn to swim. Byron has Down Syndrome and has had swimming and aquatic education lessons at South Gippsland SPLASH in Leongatha for the past three years. His lessons have been supported financially by the centre, which is managed by the charity YMCA Victoria. Byron will take part in the national YMCA fundraiser as part of his usual aquatic education classes at South Gippsland SPLASH. Other South Gippsland
residents are being urged to dive in and participate in the YMCA Swimathon on March 3 from 10am-11am so that SPLASH can help more disadvantaged children and adults learn these vital life skills. People can also support the YMCA Swimathon at SPLASH by donating at http:// www.everydayhero.com.au/ south_gippsland_splash Byron’s mother Christina Doran said the lessons at SPLASH had been so valuable that the family did not mind travelling 60km from their home to the pool in Leongatha. “He’s learnt an important life skill, he’s more independent, he’s grown in confidence and he just loves the water,” she said. Byron’s strongest stroke is breaststroke and his freestyle
is a work in progress. He can tread water and dive to the bottom of the pool to retrieve items, get in and out of the water safely and do a pin dive. “We live in a coastal town so it was a real priority for us that he is safe around water,” Christina said. “I’m now confident that if something happened and he fell in the water that he would be okay.” Christina said Byron understands everything people say but he’s non-verbal and signs with his hands to communicate. She said the teachers at South Gippsland SPLASH were wonderful with Byron and understood the challenges that special needs children face. “He gets there, but it takes him longer than other kids,”
Christina said. She said the centre’s support had made it much easier for the family to access swimming and water safety lessons. “Having a child with special needs is quite expensive and this is one less thing we have to plan for,” Christina said. Byron also plays basketball and attends dance school. Because of his activities he has friends in Toora, Foster and Welshpool. “We’re very lucky the community here accepts him just as he is,” Christina said. People can register to swim at www.ymcaswimathon.org. au or donate directly to South Gippsland SPLASH at http:// www.everydayhero.com.au/ south_gippsland_splash
Helping out: Byron Doran is ensuring other children have the opportunity to learn to swim.
Employment help online A NEW online service will help match people looking for work in Bass Coast to employers trying to fill vacancies in their businesses.
Natural inspiration: artist Minela Krupic in the magical surrounds of Wilsons Promontory National Park.
Refugee artist captures Prom A REFUGEE has completed a 10 day artist’s residency at Wilsons Promontory National Park.
Minela Krupic’s etching installation Kolekcija won her $5000 and the Prom residency in last year’s Heartlands Refugee Art Prize, both of which will help further her artistic career. Minela arrived in Australia as a refugee from war torn Bosnia in 1997, and says her artwork reflects the experiences and the changes in her life since then. This was her first visit to the Prom and she’s found it a very inspirational experience. “Since it was a short time there I decided to use it mainly for inspiration; taking photographs in nature, sketching in my visual diary, as well as doing some etching on copper plates I had prepared,” Minela said. “Being out in nature is quite grounding for me. It brings me back to a place where I can at the same time let go and fully embrace my surroundings. This in turn helps me to start the creative process of drawing. For example, I took a lot of photographs of tree silhouettes against the sunset at Picnic Bay. “I found the squiggly lines of the trees and the stark burnt colour of the trees against the new undergrowth quite inspiring for my printmaking. “It was also nice seeing native animals like wallabies, wombats and kangaroos popping out of the picturesque bush, as
well as the introduced rabbits and deer.” Parks Victoria is a major sponsor of the prize, and ranger in charge at Tidal River, Ben Robertson, was proud to be involved. “It’s great to be supporting a program like this which encourages migrants and refugees to connect with nature in their new home country,” he said. “Parks are not just great places for mental and physical relaxation, but also for artistic inspiration. We’re looking forward to seeing the art work Minela makes as a result of her visit.” Minela said the wide open space and wilderness helped her reflect on things. “For someone who is not familiar with Wilsons Prom, I’d say being there gives you the feel for what the Australian bush is really like,” she said. “It’s a good thing for refugees and migrants to experience the Australian bush and its unique native animals in real life; it creates awareness for them about their new homeland.” Produced by AMES and Multicultural Arts Victoria, Heartlands Refugee Art Prize is an important way for artists from refugee backgrounds to contribute and tell their stories. Last year it attracted 78 entries by artists from 15 countries. Entries for 2013 Heartlands Refugee Art Prize are now open. For further information: w w w. m u l t i c u l t u r a l a r t s . c o m . a u / heartlands Facebook: Heartlands Refugee Art Prize
Bass Coast Shire Council’s Economic Development Team has developed the new employment portal to help the local job market. Community and economic development director Steven Piasente said the team was excited about the opportunities the new portal offered job seekers and the business community. “The Economic Development Team consulted with businesses and job seekers and identified that an online facility would be really beneficial to the local community,” he said. “You can access the portal through our Business in Bass Coast website. Our team is excited about the opportunities the service provides for those looking for work as well as employers seeking to fill vacancies.”
Job seekers can log on and register all their details as well as their preferred work categories and locations. Employers looking for staff in matching categories will be notified of the registration via an automated email. Likewise, if a business looking for staff registers the details of a position, anyone registered who is
looking for work in that category will receive an email notification. “This is a great new addition to council’s business website that will provide real benefit to employers and job seekers,” Mr Piasente said. Supporting information is available on the Business in Bass Coast website including links to information on how to prepare for
a new job, such as resumes and personal presentation. Employers and job seekers can register at http://business.basscoast. vic.gov.au and click on Job Opportunities. For more information about the employment portal, please contact Roslyn Jenzen, economic development coordinator, on 1300 226 278 or r.jenzen@ basscoast.vic.gov.au.
Don’t miss out!
SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council’s Immunisation team is about to commence its secondary school immunisation program for 2013.
This year the National Immunisation Program Schedule offers free vaccinations for Year 7 students (Chicken Pox and Human Papillomavirus), a catch up program for Year 9 males (Human Papillomavirus) and Year 10 students (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough). In conjunction with the Federal Government’s promotion of the newly introduced Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine program for years 7
and 9 males, council has coordinated a large scale campaign to educate parents and students on the benefits of these immunisations. Round one of the Secondary School Immunisation program will begin in March and consent/information packs should now have reached the homes of over 1000 families throughout the shire. It is imperative parents read the information provided, and return the completed consent card to their school immediately. Further information is available on www.southgippsland.vic.gov. au including links to the relevant government authorities and the Cancer Council.
Out there: canoeists explored the Bass River recently, as part of a rally organised by the Bass Valley Community Centre. Participants paddled along the river while answering questions along the way, giving them an insight into the surround. Another rally will be held on March 2. Phone Ian Cole on 5678 2014 to book.
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Great first home or investment opportunity N
ESTLED behind a beautiful weeping birch tree is this neat as a pin and well maintained three bedroom home. This is the first time in 43 years this property has been offered for sale and over the years it has been very well loved and cared for and retains many of its original features. Tucked away in the renovated kitchen with its bay window is the original combustion stove and fireplace, there is a breakfast bar, walk in pantry and heaps of cupboards. The front lounge room is bright and cosy, and the original fire place is still there and now houses a gas heater plus a reverse cycle air conditioner. The three spacious bedrooms all come off the hall way, two with large built in robes. Out the back is a very serviceable rumpus room with as new floating floor and heaps of space for extra living or teenage breakout area. The roof has just been replaced and a new fence sits on the right hand side boundary. Outside there is a carport, single lock up garage, workshop out the back plus a garden shed, everything the man of the house would want! It is a level block of 636 m2 and the garden is easy to maintain, with established trees. The house is priced ready to sell and welcome its new owners.
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Location: 40 Bent Street Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Price: $245,000 Agent: Stevens Egan Johnston Contact: Glenys Foster on 0408 515 665
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A real gem! I
T IS always a plus to inspect an honest tidy home in excellent condition.
This one is a credit to its current owner. In fact when people visit for the first time, the first thing they say is what a comfortable, cosy and stylish home it is. A tiled entry opens into a spacious living area, which is light, bright and has a noticeably artistic feel to it. Many an interesting conversation has been held surrounding the solid fuel heater in the lounge area. There is an additional recessed space here too, ideal for a reading alcove/study space. The well thought out kitchen looks brand new, with plenty of bench space and cupboard storage, including pantry and appliance cupboard. The dining area is also recessed, a delightful nook for entertaining. All the large windows in this room look out onto greenery - a restful, private retreat.
The three bedrooms have built in robes, the main sliding door gives access out onto the balcony. Painted feature walls in several rooms add to the cosy atmosphere. A reverse cycle air-conditioner and ducted vacuum system are a bonus. The wrap around balcony and large sail- covered deck provide plenty
of options for entertaining and relaxation, all in garden privacy. The balcony/ deck area and backyard are fully fenced. A single lock up garage and small storage shed hidden beneath the house provide ample storage. This truly is a delightful home and value for money.
LEONGATHA Location: 9 Sapphire Court Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Car spaces: 1 Internet ID: 112999253 Price: $245,000 Agent: Insight Real Estate Contact: 5662 2220 SOLE AGENT NEW LISTING
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With all the trappings of an elegant country lifestyle, this very private homestead and self-contained palette of lightly toned timbers and bricks is complemented by northern light streaming in through broad picture windows and a comfortable, open plan, casual layout. Wonderfully appointed, with all the creature comforts inside and out, this is the ultimate â&#x20AC;&#x153;empty nesterâ&#x20AC;? with visitors in mind.
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Time to take your turn in Turner A
SIZEABLE north facing rear extension has given this brick veneer home extra space to improve its ‘liveability’. Whether you use the extension as a master bedroom plus parents’ retreat (and en suite), or as a kid’s
rumpus room, this home will appeal to those looking for that little bit of extra room. From the front entry, the remaining three bedrooms are to the left, while the spacious lounge and kitchen/dining are off to the right. There’s an Eco pellet heater in the lounge.
The north facing kitchen window overlooks the secure back yard...a great place for kids to play. Central to all the schools, close to McIndoe Park and with easy access to the main street, it’s easy to see why Turner Street is a popular choice.
LEONGATHA Location: 55 Turner Street Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Price: $270,000 Agent: Alex Scott & Staff Leongatha Contact: 5662 0922
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11 ‘THE GRANGE’ McDONALD ST, LEONGATHA • Leongatha’s premier over 55’s complex • 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite • Enclosedverandah,patioblindsoverlookinggarden
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Paradise found! Dream property in private acre setting. HERE is a very special property designed to satisfy the big items on all your family’s wish lists: 10m in-ground pool, decent shed with heated man cave, gorgeous kitchen, entertainer’s outdoor paradise, a beautiful, acre-plus garden, and nothing to be done! Where do we stop with the superlatives? Let’s start again at the beginning. Modern, with sandstone-look cladding beneath a Colorbond grey roof, set well back on a gracious, and securely
fenced, park-like acre. Inside the solid front door is a roomy living room with wall mounted flatscreened TV. To the right, a generous main bedroom has countryside vista, long walk in robe and beautiful en suite with private garden view. The central open plan living zone incorporates a gorgeous kitchen featuring a Belling 900mm five burner range in matt black, with matching range hood. An eight-seater dining table fits easily into the light-filled living zone, with plenty of space to spare for casual family living around the big TV,
keeping one eye on the pool and the other on the dinner. There are three additional bedrooms (two with built in robes), a generous family bathroom complete with corner spa, great laundry with direct access to the washing line, and separate toilet. Step through the glass doors to paradise outside. A huge, 12m (approximately) long gabled pergola with quality brick paving, overlooks the solar heated pool set in a paved and fenced surround and plenty of northern sky for sunning on the deck. The northern gar-
den acre is beautifully laid out, with elevated views, specimen trees and colourful shrubberies all set to delight a keen gardener with its practicality
and beauty. The chook house has a fenced yard and the doggy palace will be the envy of all your friends’ canines. A wide, side yard is for
the utilities and washing line on one side. On the other, a 6m x 9m shed incorporating a man cave with wood fired heater ensures that when the pool is in recess, the indoor/ outdoor activities can continue all year round. Important, extra features include double garage under roof line,
down lights to all rooms, split system air-conditioning, Tastic heaters in bathrooms, fitted Nobo heater in lounge, quality fixtures, quality window furnishings, great storage, and oodles of off-street parking space. Just a minute or two into Mirboo North shops, the position is fantastic and this property is too.
WANTED 200 - 400 ACRES OF GRAZING COUNTRY. KOONWARRA/POUND CREEK AREA. NO HOUSE REQUIRED. PREFERABLE WATERED BY DAMS. (NO TROUGHS) GOOD FENCING & STOCKYARDS. GENUINE BUYER.
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Location: 159 Baromi Road Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 4 Price: $510,000 - $540,000 Agent: First National Prom Country Contact: Allen Bartlett on 0417 274 624
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LEONGATHA A CHERISHED HOME A welcoming & stylish 3 BR home nestled in a quiet court within easy access to town centre. Kept in excellent condition. Includes open plan living (up to date kitchen, dining area & lounge ) ducted vacuum system, fully fenced balcony/ entertaining deck & back yard, lock-up garage, small storage shed & private low maintenance gardens. A delightfulsthome & real value for money. Private & peaceful. Ideal for 1 home buyers, retirees, investors & as a
$245,000 Sole agent
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LEONGATHA A GREAT START, RETIREMENT OR SOLID INVESTMENT A chance to downsize right into the heart of town, enter the housing market, or make an easily managed investment. Property has secure rear lane access. Large double-bay shed with roller doors suitable for tradies/ home office/studio/ converted granny flat. Comprising kitchen/meals, lounge, 2 BRs, new carpets. Close proximity to schools & medical centres an added bonus.
$260,000 Sole agent
LEONGATHA LOOKS ARE DECEIVING! STUNNING HOME WITH A WOW FACTOR When size, quality & flair counts. Includes wide entry, direct access from 3 car garage ndinto kitchen or through a 'Butler's Pantry', spacious kitchen/dining , 2 lounge, 4 BRs & home theatre room, storage cupboards galore, ducted vacuum, covered alfresco area, 2 tanks, access to rear yard & lock-up shed. Only an inspection will reveal the special nature of this property.
$445,000 Sole agent
MOUNT ECCLES 80 ACRE PROPERTY (ON TWO TITLES) Gently rolling & well sheltered farmable cattle country. Fenced into 12 paddocks & virtually drought proof with7 dams, 2 springs. Extensive orchard. Lockable 10m x 8m shed & 2 machinery sheds, stock yards & crush. Comfortable 4 BR homestead-style family home. School buses run close by. Located in a very friendly community & just 15 minutes from Leongatha.
$560,000 Sole agent 5 McCartin Street LEONGATHA
Lindsay Powney 0428 515 103
Robyn Powney 0488 454 547
5662 2220
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Hidden surprise P
RIVATE and peaceful, this two bedroom modern designed home has a wonderful ambience you feel the minute you open the front door.
area, allowing extra space for entertaining or to just enjoy beach side living. The well planned kitchen has stainless steel appliances including dish-
washer and European laundry. A second living room can be utilised as a study or third bedroom if needed. Located at the end of a
‘no through road’ and close to the beach walking track and reserve, this property offers everything to make comfortable holidaying or permanent living.
This home is bright and spacious, with a welcoming foyer, high raked ceiling and plenty of windows allowing the sun to brighten your day. A generous sized deck runs the length of the living
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Tips for sellers – auctions and sales THERE are two methods of sale for residential property in Victoria: public auction and private sale. Making a choice between the two is best done in conjunction with your real estate agent. After all, you have employed them to sell your home and they have developed a high degree of professional expertise from which you can benefit. There are, however, some core features of each method which you need to be aware of. Public auctions are held at an advertised time and place. This means the price you will receive for your property will be determined in a transparent manner by bids made in public at your auction. A private sale is different. The price at which your property will be sold is determined by negotiation between your estate agent and potential buyers. The negotiations will take place in private. There is also another important difference between a private sale and a
public auction of residential property. If you sell privately, within three business days of signing a contract your buyer is allowed to change their mind, ‘cool-off’ and cancel the sale. But, if you put your property up for auction and it is sold in the three days leading up to, on the day of, or within three days after your public auction, your buyer cannot ‘cool-off’. The use of auctions fluctuates in line with the market. At times when the market is not delivering strong price growth they comprise around 15 to 20 per cent of all sales in the metropolitan area and when it is strong they can account for between 20 and 30 per cent. Auctions are also used in regional areas, but on a very selective basis. The sales method chosen differs across Melbourne. Auctions are more prevalent in the inner city than the outer suburbs. The REIV website has maps demonstrating this on a suburb by suburb basis, allowing sellers to un-
dertake some of their own research. The overall state of demand in the auction mar-
ket is generally measured though the clearance rate statistic and whilst it is a very useful guide it can’t
replace attending an auction and watching the bidding if you are looking to buy or sell.
What is a vendors bid? IF YOU attend a public auction you may hear the auctioneer announce that during the auction they may make ‘vendor bids’. What is a ‘vendor bid’? ‘Vendor bids’ are commonly made by an auctioneer on behalf of a seller to get bidding started if a bid is not immediately forthcoming at the commencement of an auction. They may also be made during the course of an auction, and also if a property is to be passed-in unsold, with a view to protecting the seller’s reserve price. There is no set rule about how many ‘vendor bids’ are appropriate. The circumstances of an individual auction will determine how many an auctioneer may make. Public auctions are regulated by the Sale of Land Act. If you attend an auction, you will see auction rules displayed together with public auction information. The displayed rules will
tell you if the auctioneer is allowed to make ‘vendor bids’ and the information will tell you the circumstances in which the auctioneer is allowed to do so. If an auctioneer is going to make a ‘vendor bid’, he or she must say – when making it – that it is a bid made on behalf of the seller. The usual way this is done is by the auctioneer announcing ‘vendor bid’ and the bid itself. You should view a ‘vendor bid’ as the auctioneer’s indication the current level of bidding is below the seller’s expectations. If you are intent on buying, you will need to bid above the ‘vendor bid’. If a property is passed in and the last bid was a ‘vendor bid,’ the auction results, as published by the REIV, will indicate that is the case, with an annotation ‘VB’. The annotation is important for those following the auction market.
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Grants galore for movers and
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• Keith Godridge and Jon Smith from the Leongatha Golf Club Inc with Cr Jim Fawcett.
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• Ross Batten from the Stony Creek Racing Club and Cr Don Hill.
• Janne McPhie from the Port Franklin Hall with Cr Kieran Kennedy.
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• Rachel Tobias from the Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club with Cr Kieran Kennedy.
• Alan Hoy from Leongatha Men’s Shed with Cr Jim Fawcett.
• Neil Cope from Stony Creek Football Netball Club with Cr Jim Fawcett.
• Marie and Terry Murphy from the Dumbalk Hall Ladies Auxiliary Inc with Cr Don Hill.
• Vicki Poxon and Paula Holt from the Leongatha Children’s Centre with Cr Jim Fawcett.
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shakers in South Gippsland By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council presented the first round of the 2012-2013 community grants last Wednesday night.
Around $175,000 was distributed between 39 worthy community groups for projects, events and equipment needs. Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy said the grants program continues to be the most important way council can support communities to implement their own projects. “This year we have also introduced the small equipment program, to which $50,000 has been allocated,” he said. “It has been well received with 17 applications this round and tonight we congratulate the seven successful applicants.” Applications for the second round of grants closes on March 30 and will be announced in June. Sue Hoskin, lady president at the Meeniyan Golf Club, said their grant will be used to build access tracks on the golf course. “We can’t get the work done at any other time of year, so the work will begin pretty much straight away,” she said. “Our members will appreciate having their tracks improved and it will also allow easier access for safety vehicles to get to any part of the course.” Ms Hoskin said council’s support was vital for small communities. “We are a small club, run completely by volunteers, so having this support from the council is just fantastic,” she said. Sharon Demaria from the Welshpool and District Advisory Group received a grant of $3000 for the Prom Coast Summer Festival. “The grant allowed us to cover the insurance for Sea Days 2013, pay for a jump-
ing castle to raise funds for the Arthur Sutherland Recreation Reserve committee and to publicise the events,” Ms Demaria said. “The local community benefited in several ways including increased visitation to the area, community participation and by fund raising. “In total over $4000 was raised benefiting our local Coast Guard, primary school and the recreation reserve. “We are tremendously grateful to the South Gippsland Shire Council for the high level of support and assistance that we receive from them.” Community grant recipients: • John Terrill Memorial Park and Fish Creek Recreation Reserve Section 86 Committee of Management, $6930, John Terrill Memorial Park and Fish Creek Recreation Reserve master plan; • Mirboo North Arty Gras Sub Committee, $3000, Arty Gras Diversely Different Event; • Lyrebird Arts Council, $2000, Mossvale Music Festival; • Leongatha Croquet Club, $2200, removal of privet hedge and replace with a Colorbond fence; • Leongatha Golf Club Inc, $5000, refurbishment of bunkers; • Leongatha Children’s Centre, $7500, playground replacement project; • Dumbalk Hall Ladies Auxiliary Inc, $10,000, upgrade of Dumbalk Hall kitchen; • Mirboo North Playgroup and Toy Library, $2000, shade structure Mirboo North Playgroup and Toy Library; • Mirboo North Swimming Pool Section 86 Committee of Management, $1000, Mirboo North Idol event; • Stony Creek Racing Club, $10,000, major maintenance of reserve; • Port Franklin Hall Inc,
$4000, concrete pathway works; • Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club, $10,000, upgrade of fire services at the club; • Welshpool and District Advisory Group, $3000, Prom Coast Summer Festival; • Tour de Tarwin Organising Committee, $2000, Tour de Tarwin event; • South Gippsland Game Fishing Club, $2500, South Gippsland game fishing competition; • Stockyard Gallery, $2000, Life Aquatic 2013 event; • Prom Coast Seachange Festival Inc, $4000, Prom Coast Sea Festival; • Foster Chamber of Commerce and Industry, $1500, Foster Christmas street party; • Foster Showground Section 86 Committee of Management, $6006, Foster Showground management plan; • South Gippsland Hospital, $4920, after school activities at the Youth Assist Clinic; • South Gippsland Secondary College, $10,000, planning development study, Foster Conference
Centre; • Prom Coast Arts Inc, $3000, The Great Southern Portrait Prize; • Korumburra Amateur Swimming and Life Saving Club Inc, $5000, resurface Korumburra indoor swimming pool; • Nyora Public Hall Committee Inc, $6400, new air conditioning units; • Poowong Community Consultative Committee Inc, $1548, archive area for the committee’s belongings; • Poowong Tennis Club, $5000, improved safety, access and drainage to lower courts project; • Korumburra Bena Football Netball Club, $10,000, showgrounds oval restoration; • Korumburra Primary School, $2500, Korumburra Primary School’s celebration of a century; • Korumburra Recreation Centre Committee of Management, $4785, Korumburra Recreation Centre strategic plan and feasibility study; • South Gippsland Buskers Festival, $3000, Korumburra Buskers Festival; • Meeniyan Art Gallery, $10,000, digital arts collec-
tion; and • Meeniyan Golf Club, $5000, access path development and environmental re-engineering. • Small equipment program recipients: • Mirboo North Cricket Club, $5000, turf mower and pitch covers; • Leongatha Men’s Shed, $3200, carpentry tools;
• Stony Creek Football Netball Club, $4500, Clipper 48 Commercial Ride on lawnmower; • Port Franklin Tennis and Sports Club Inc, $994, blower vacuum and brush cutter; • Loch Nyora Pony Club, $2270, purchase of various equipment including lawn mower, brush cutter, com-
pressor and chainsaw; • Coal Creek Korumburra Probus Club Inc, $934, data projector; and • Meeniyan Pony Club, $2160, show jump wings with break-away and plain cups. More photos in next week’s Star.
• Sue Hoskin and Will Bullock from the Meeniyan Golf Club with Cr Andrew McEwen.
• Noelene Cosson from the Korumburra Amateur Swimming and Life Saving Club Inc with Cr Lorraine Brunt.
• Jamie O’Donohue, Wendy Williams, Craig Williams and Pat O’Donohue from the Tour de Tarwin Organising Committee with Cr Kieran Kennedy.
• Cr Lorraine Brunt with Heather Gregg and Irene Adams, Poowong Community Consultative Committee Inc.
• Cr Mohya Davies with Samantha Brown and Fiona Brown from the South Gippsland Hospital.
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Bonjour Welshpool Primary WELSHPOOL Primary School will have five new faces around the playground this year, with the addition of four new Prep students and one new Grade 5 student. Principal Geoff Cooling said students are looking forward to French classes. “Sue Dower will be coming in on Wednesdays to teach the kids French which they are really excited about,” he said. “Other things we have happening this term are practising for athletics, swimming and working on entries for the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show hanging basket competition. “We have been harvesting some fruit and vegetables from our kitchen garden.” The kids are also working on their art and photography projects for the Foster and District Show.
Moved in: the Friends of the Hillside Lodge Opportunity Shop in Korumburra has relocated to Commercial Street and store manager Anne Millar is ready for customers.
Fast friends: Grade 3 student Brianna (left), with new Grade 5 student Taylah who is also joining the school this year.
Fantastic four: Welshpool Primary School’s newest faces Isiaha, Michael, Jack and Chelsea give the thumbs up to starting school.
Op shop on move Tarwin Lower Bus heads to
THE Friends of the Hillside Lodge Opportunity Shop in Korumburra has moved to a more prominent spot in the heart of the town.
The op shop opened the doors to the new premises on Commercial Street on Monday, filling the old Witton Panels Garage. Shop manager Anne Millar said lots of people have been through the doors already. “We’re happy to be here,” she said. Anne, her husband Eric and their team of volunteers managed to move the shop from their previous premises on Mine Road in a week. “It was a big job,” Anne said. “We have a strong team of volunteers who work here and they all put in the hard yards.” The team managed to sell most of their old stock in their previous store. “We have all new stock up here and even though some of it is still being unpacked, we can fit a lot more in here,”
Anne said. “We can have people drive right in to unload their donations and the space out the back lets us have much more furniture.” The business has purchased the current building after renting the Mine Road property. “Once we pay off the building, it will be owned by the lodge,” Anne said. “That way the lodge receives an asset out of us being here and it secures the future of the shop for a bit longer.” The team at the op shop is working with the Korumburra Historical Society to organise a display of old photos showing the history of the building. “It is important to show what the building was in the past and I think our customers would like to see that,” Anne said. There is still a lot to do setting up the new shop but drop in and see Anne and her team in Commercial Street Korumburra to help raise money for Hillside Lodge.
Clean up Bass Coast THE race is on to register Clean Up sites for 2013. The annual Clean Up Australia Day is on March 3 and the Clean Up Team has their sights set on increasing the number of site registrations. Bass Coast Shire Council is joining with Clean Up Australia to get everyone to pitch in and protect the local environment. “Clean Up Australia Day is the perfect opportunity for everyone to come together and help clean up our local parks and beaches,” council’s infrastructure director Felicity Sist said. “You can get your friends and family together and register as a team to clean up an area in your neighbourhood, or join in with an existing group. We all have a role to play and this is one of the many ways we can reduce our impact on the environment.” Clean Up Australia Chairman Ian Kiernan AO is encouraging everyone to do their bit towards protecting their local environment. “We’re urging all Australians to be a good sport and join the winning team by
taking to your streets, parks, beaches and waterways on March 3,” he said. “Everyone can do their bit for Australia, individually or as part of a team. Clean Up Australia Day is a simple way you can clean up, fix up and conserve our greatest resource – Australia. “Think of the places that are important to you – your local park, sporting fields, beaches, walking tracks, neighbourhood streets and bike ways – and pull together your own team to join us.” This year hundreds of thousands of volunteers will take their white and yellow bags and don their gloves to clean up their local community. Registrations are now open. To register go to www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au or call 1800 282 329. Register your own Clean Up Site, or search and find a local site and then volunteer online, or simply turn up on the day with gloves, a hat, sturdy shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen. For more information, contact council’s waste services team on 1300 226 278.
Red Cross PRESIDENT Glenda Arbuthnot welcomed 18 members to the first meeting for the year. It was good to hear of the happy times members have had over Christmas. After the pledge it was down to business and we are pleased to report we have had no emergency call-outs to attend this fire season, although some of the members have been on standby on total fire bans. Monies collected from the Christmas raffle have been forwarded to head-
quarters. It was good to see a good attendance of Red Cross members at the Australia Day ceremony catered by the Men’s Shed; the pancakes and maple syrup were ‘yum’. Trudy McColl has accepted the position for our unit to organise catering for local functions. Our meeting ended by celebrating two special birthdays: Laura Barker in December and Pearl Forrester in January, followed by afternoon lunch. Next meeting is on Tuesday, March 5. All welcome.
Bass Coast BASS Coast residents will be able to get advice about consumer rights and access a wealth of other justice-related information and services when the Department of Justice rolls into town next week. The Department’s Gippsland Regional Director, Andrea Lynch, said the Justice Bus will visit Cowes and Wonthaggi on Tuesday, February 26. “Representatives from Consumer Affairs Victo-
Super weekend MORE than 50,000 motorcycle enthusiasts are expected to make the annual pilgrimage to Phillip Island for the Superbikes World Championships this weekend. Bass Coast Shire Council’s special events coordinator, Frank Angarane, said in a Bass Coast first, entry into the circuit would be free for Bass Coast Shire residents this Friday. “This is an exciting opportunity for Bass Coast residents and those taking up the offer will have access to the Superbikes paddock and the teams and riders,” he said. “The atmosphere is fantastic at these major events and I encourage residents to come along and take advantage of this opportunity.” Residents will need to show some form of identification linking them to Bass Coast Shire to qualify for free entry. “Phillip Island is the first event on the World Superbike calendar and has twice been voted best in the world,” Mr Angarane said. “It brings more than $20 million to the state economy and gives Phillip Island
worldwide exposure.” Roadworks on both the Bass Highway and Phillip Island Road are likely to cause congestion during the event, particularly in the late afternoon on Saturday and Sunday. “Traffic arrangements will be normal for Friday and Saturday,” Mr Angarane said. “But we will be closing Gap Road North on Sunday, February 24 and traffic from Cowes will access the circuit via Berry’s Beach Road and Back Beach Road. “The blue line will operate on Phillip Island from Back Beach Road to help clear traffic. “It is hoped to continue this to Anderson, however the status of the road works will dictate where the blue line will end.” As part of a TAC campaign to increase road safety awareness, the weekly Sportsday Slow Down Edition will be broadcast live from a broadcast van from Cowes on Friday between 6pm and 8pm. This TAC supported show is dedicated to sport and the slowdown message and is broadcast weekly from different locations around the state. You can tune in on Gold 1242 AM.
ria, Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria, the Sheriff’s Office, Births, Deaths and Marriages, and other agencies, will be on hand to provide advice and assistance to the community,” she said. “The Justice Bus delivers a range of Department of Justice information and services directly to the public in a relaxed and informal environment.” Ms Lynch said the visit was especially important in regional towns where residents may not be aware of the services the department offers, or how they can help. “People will be able to apply for a birth certificate, have documents witnessed, talk to department officers, get advice about dispute settlement services, and access a range of other information,” she said. “If you have any questions or need information about any of the department’s services, then this is your chance to come down and ask.” People who are unable to attend one of the Justice Bus sessions can contact Gippsland Regional Office in Morwell on 5116 5700, or visit www.justice.vic.gov.au for more information. The Justice Bus will visit Cowes from 10am to noon, outside the Visitor Information Centre in Thompson Avenue, and Wonthaggi from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, outside the Court House in Watt Street.
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SHOW TIME AT KORUMBURRA
Top quality at show THE KORUMBURRA Show proved the spirit of country shows is alive and well in South Gippsland.
A diversity of attractions and competitions appealed to people of many ages. Further to pavilion results in last week’s Star, here are more. Little Miss Show Girl, Leah Considine, Leongatha. Miss Show Girl, Dakotah Verboon, Wattle Bank. Master Tot Boys, Will Anthony, Korumburra. Poultry: Best in show, D. Sigmund (Silkie Female). Reserve in show, P. and C. Attwood (Pit Game Female). Best Waterfowl, P. and C. Attwood. Best large soft feather, D. Sigmund. Best large hard feather, W. Bentick. Best bantam soft feather, D. Sigmund. Best bantam hard feather: P. and C. Attwood. Best junior, R. Fisher. Reserve junior, B. Reid. Best novice, A. Atwell. Best eggs. M. and C. Jones. Cattle: Champion dairy heifer, Hillval-
ley Lauthority Noni, Perrett family. Intermediate dairy heifer, Kryshlaye Goldwyn Pacific, Harrison. Best vessel, Kryshlaye Goldwyn Pacific, Harrison. Champion dairy cow, Kryshlaye Goldwyn Pacific, Harrison. Beef champion female, Debonair Black Wish,Debonair Limosins. Beef champion male, Lone Pine Elbert, Glenwarn. Junior handlers dairy: Junior handler under 10 years, Scott Mackie. Junior handler 10 years and under 15, Jasmin Mackie. Junior handler 15 years and under 25 years, Emma Castle. Junior handlers beef: Junior handler 10 years and under 15 years, Scott Pugh. Junior handler 15 years and under 25 years, Giorgi Boucher. Horses: Supreme rider of the show, Sarah Tappy. Supreme ridden horse of the show, Sanlirra Talk of the Town, Briony Payne. Supreme ridden show hunter of the show, Primrose Park Red Fox, James Maloney.
Top entry: Giorgi Boucher of Warragul with champion female, Debonair Black Wish, from the Debonair Limousin Stud at Trafalgar.
Country COOKING WITH
Meg Viney A VOLUNTARY COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION
Sometimes you see veal, usually cryovaced, and it is good quality. Otherwise all our veal is exported. However, I saw some chops and decided to buy them, then wondered what sort of sauce might be good with them. Basil in the garden, lemons galore (thanks to Robyn) and soon we had a recipe. You could probably do this with chicken breasts or thighs – thighs take much more cooking time, but the flavours were delicious. And I got Bill to do the barbeque, of course. I had said, after the huge number of guests over Christmas, that I wasn't cooking in January – it hasn't worked, but it has diminished... The usual gnocchi made with ricotta is with spinach, but, again, our prolific basil gave rise to ricotta and basil gnocchi. Lovely.
VEAL CHOPS MARINATED IN BASIL AND LEMON WITH GREMOLATA
Successful show: Leigh Price of Trafalgar stud Debonair Limousins with reserve champion bull, Debonair Hulk Hogan.
Rising star: Ebony Beecroft of Nyora, on board Rocky, won local rider 10 years and under. She is a member of Loch-Nyora Pony Club.
2 veal chops a small bunch of basil 1 lemon, zest and juice black pepper garlic oil Grind the zest in the Thermomix, add the garlic oil and process. Add the basil and pepper and process. Add lemon juice, process and spread over veal chops. Leave a few hours and barbeque.
GREMOLATA a small bunch of basil lemon zest a small squeeze of lemon juice, to taste garlic oil white balsamic vinegar a handful of croutons baked in garlic oil Grind the lemon zest and croutons in the Thermomix. Add the basil and garlic oil and process. Add the white balsamic vinegar and process. Taste. Add cracked black pepper and lemon juice to taste. Serve with the barbequed chops and gnocchi with a difference.
BASIL AND RICOTTA GNOCCHI Bunch of basil 300gm ricotta 1 egg 1 cup flour 1 onion sauteed in butter and salt cup grated parmesan (or tasty cheddar) Grind parmesan. Process the basil, add the ricotta, egg, flour, onion and process. Add parmesan. Drop into boiling salted water and serve with the chops and gremolata.
Big machine: Loch CFA junior members Josh Thomas and Callum Bourke admire the 42m ladder platform shown by Dandenong CFA.
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★★★★★★★★ ★★★★★★★★ ARIES - March 21 - April 20
Evenings can be very romantic, so spend added time creating the perfect setting. This is an outstanding time for taking on a humanitarian project. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22
You are utterly charming as you make your social rounds or try to persuade people with your pet ideas. But you are too easily charmed yourself, particularly by smooth talking salespeople or lazy workmates. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21
Various types of joint ventures are favoured. Be a little more cautious with household gadgets and a lot bolder when expressing affections. The weekend offers a dash of glamour - dress appropriately. CANCER - June 22 - July 22
Your biggest job is to make order out of chaos! A loved one is attentive and with no strings attached. This is a good time to sign up for an exercise program. A small windfall is possible by Friday. LEO - July 23 - August 22
Your appreciation and understanding of beautiful things is expanded now. A tough money decision faces you after the weekend. Invite a loved one to play devil’s advocate, but watch out for hot tips. VIRGO - August 23 - September 22
Exchanges of ideas and brainstorming sessions can lead to financial rewards. Try to spend more time with older relatives. Read papers and personal documents with exceptional care. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22
Some recent ideas backfire, but other ideas win kudos. Oddly, the ones you were unsure of earn the loudest applause. Friends ask for support emotionally and financially. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21
Return engagements characterise the week with the arrival of an old friend and/or admirer. Luck is with you all weekend. Educational pursuits could lead to a career or financial advancement. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22
Use the week to show off. Prove why you are worth more money, more respect. A former friendship may be renewed if you are willing to overlook minor flaws. Cultural pursuits are rewarding - in several ways. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20
You shine creatively, so don’t be shy about adding a splash of colour or a poetic touch on the jobs you tackle. Trips are favoured on the weekend with surprise news waiting at your destination. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19
Relationships are emphasised. A family tie strengthens and an important new friendship is launched - or an existing one deepens. Watch that you are not too willing to accept the blame on the weekend. PISCES - February 20 - March 20
This is a great week for announcing your biggest plans, as family, partners and colleagues are supportive and attentive. Keep informed of local goings on. What you store up now pays dividends. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK
You are kind, considerate and able to adapt to any situation - but so easily flattered and sometimes superficial. Opportunities to increase earnings open up by the end of the year.
Materials: Block of wood, paints, paper, and string 1.Wrap the string around the wood in both directions. 2. Brush paint all over the string 3. Press the painted side down heavily on your paper several times to make a pattern. (Note that you can turn your block over and use another colour as well if you wish.
HOW MANY WORDS?
How many words can you make using the letters in
CONSEQUENCE
QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8365
Church Times ANGLICAN: Wednesday, February 20: 9.30am Woorayl Lodge HC; 10.15am Koorooman House HC; 11am St Peter’s MidWeek HC. Sunday, February 24: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Family Service; 10.30am Union Church, Tarwin Lower MP. 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: McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi. Sunday, 9.30am Eucharist, 11am Family Service, Wednesday 10am Eucharist. Anglican Church of the Ascension: The Crescent, Inverloch. Sunday 9am Eucharist, Tuesday 10am Eucharist. For details of Community Meal, Youth Group, Bible Studies & Kids Club, contact Rev. Graeme Peters 5672 4590 or visit www. basscoastanglican.org.au AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN CHURCHES (AOG): 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: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Rob Davey 5625 3226. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219. Equip Church - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday service 10am. Contact: John 0408 305 880. 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. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455.
THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES CREEK: Every Sunday 11am Worship, 6pm Faith Forum; 1st Sunday of each month simultaneous service for singles to age 25. Tea/coffee and lunch provided. Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5678 7692, 0447 724 989. 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. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: meets at the Baromi Centre Mirboo North, Sunday 4-5pm Family Communion, 5-530pm refreshments, 5.306.15pm Bible Studies for adults, teens and children. Friday-Home Fellowships. More info: Bob Stevens 0400 403 765 or www. gippslandcf.org.au SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Sagala Tuesday, 4 - 5.30pm; 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: Sunday Service 10am, corner Bent and Turner Streets, Leongatha. Moderator Rev. Mark Smith 5625 4112.
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. All Sunday evening services at 5pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2527. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, February 24, 10.30am. Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Pastors Gavin and Sue Sharp, 5655 1997. Arawata: 11.30am 1st & 3rd Sundays. Kongwak: 11.30am 4th Sunday. B A P T I S T C H U R C H 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 5664 9306. 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 Go-between (12) Currency (6) Star system (6) Game (7) Pry (5) Gaze (5) Eternally (7) Dog (6) Spurn (6) Nuclear weapon (8,4)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 11. 13. 14. 17. 19. 21.
DOWN Blameless (8) Meat (4) Gem (7) Proverb (5) Speech (8) Cat (4) Wine (8) Surmount (8) Travel (7) Lesser (5) Pain (4) Taunt (4)
CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8365 ACROSS 7. Rough stuff! (6,6). 8. Delivered over, is courageous, we’re told (6). 9. He finds it difficult to hold a ball-point (6). 10. Prepared to put federal agents in the sector (7). 12. Think there’s nothing inside, but there is a little creature (5). 15. Operating, ourselves, in the middle of the night (5). 16. Already waiting for shoppers, or yet to come (2,5). 18. Involve for Natalie, perhaps, a loss (6). 20. Drenched and all-in, holding the money (6). 22. High notes? (8,4). DOWN 1. The passes one left in with the officers (8). 2. Otherwise a name would be spoken (4). 3. Stop and gasp out “Ornament” (7). 4. Clean up the label, man! (5). 5. Had coaxed to tell how it was taken from the bank? (5,3). 6. A better mark! (4). 11. Chinese the cannibal had for dessert? (8). 13. They may take something from a trunk when the owner’s out... (8). 14. Aware now that a card’s hidden (7). 17. Left in the sham snow (5). 19. Goes through the motion of agreeing (4). 21. Pour on the hair? (4).
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Dementia information sessions Register Today
Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) will be holding a series of information sessions about dementia across the Gippsland region during March.
The information will be presented by Behaviour Consultants from the Dementia Behaviour Management Advisory Service (DBMAS) in partnership with Latrobe Community Health Service.
This project is part of work to implement the Gippsland Dementia Plan. The aim of the sessions is to help family and other unpaid carers recognise the signs and behaviours associated with dementia. Manager Carer Programs Alison Skeldon said, ‘sometimes, carers may feel that they don’t know how to care for their family member or friend with dementia. This can be because each day may bring different challenges. Informing carers of the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia can assist them in understanding the person and therefore help
them to manage their caring role more effectively. The sessions will be held in eight towns across the region during and after business hours so that family members with daytime commitments can attend too. Carers attending the sessions will be offered the chance to let organisers know what options might best suit their needs for personal support. For details about the sessions near you please contact Leonie, Events Officer or Tracey, Project Worker on 1800 242 696 and watch your local newspaper.
Youth Support Programs Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) Drug Treatment Service (DTS) has two programs which offer support and assistance for young people.
provided to the young person and help can also be provided for families” said Ms Hamden. The Youth Alcohol and Drug Outreach Service provides assessment and support to The Youth Withdrawal program young people with alcohol and assists Aboriginal and Nondrug problems in their own Aboriginal young people with environment. supervised reduction and/or The service also supports other withdrawal from substances agencies that work with young in a safe and comfortable people, through information, environment. education and training. Manager Drug Treatment Services “The program targets Ann Hamden says the program offers support either in the young young people where use of alcohol and illicit drugs persons home or through a causes significant physical, residential rehabilitation service. psychological and social harm” “We conduct a series of said Ms Hamden. individual consultations over a Both programs provide short period, followed by onservices in Latrobe, Baw Baw going counselling and support to and Wellington areas and help complete the withdrawal. are targeted toward young Pre and post withdrawal support, people between the ages of 12 and 21“Our staff also deliver referrals and education are
LCHS Youth support workers Renae Grabham and Belinda Whitmore.
educational sessions at schools and community events where information is provided through fun activities about drug and alcohol prevention, as well as harm minimisation strategies. “We aim to reduce the incidents of young people experimenting
with alcohol and drugs through this early intervention model of health,” said Ms Hamden. For further information and referrals contact Drug Treatment Services on 1800 242 696 or visit www.lchs.com.au
Do you or someone you know have a gambling problem? Gambler’s Help Service offers confidential, professional support to gamblers, their family and others affected by gambling. The consequences of problem gambling are far reaching. Individuals can lose their self respect, have an increase in illness and medical conditions due to stress and worry. Latrobe Community Health Service provides a confidential and free service for problem gambling and financial counselling.
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When gambling is no longer fun For most people a flutter on the horses, pokies or lotto is a bit of fun. Latrobe Community Health Service counselling services manager Ann Briggs said gambling to excess could badly affect the relationships, finances and health of gamblers and their family and friends. “A lot of people don’t realise how much the odds are against them. You have more chance of dating a supermodel than winning first prize in Tattslotto,” Ms Briggs said. If gambling is getting out of control, or if you are worried by a friend or family member’s gambling, Gambler’s Help Gippsland is available. There are a number of confidential, free and professional gambling services available at all LCHS sites across Gippsland “We offer professional support to people with a gambling problem, as well as their families and others affected by their gambling,” Ms Briggs said. For more information about Gamblers Help Gippsland services phone LCHS on 1800 242 696
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Milpara (Korumburra) Community House News DUE to the increased demand on our supplies at the Emergency Food Bank at Milpara Community House, Korumburra we are running low on some essential items and we’re looking for help to restock our shelves. Donations of items such as disposable nappies; tinned food items, long life milk etc. would be most appreciated. These can be brought to Milpara Community House during office hours – Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm. It has been great to see the response to the Go Online: A StartUp Guide for Business session. If you are thinking of starting your own business, enrol now to find out how you can get your business online. For further information and enrolment please contact Sandra or Jenni at Milpara on 5655 2524.
GABRIEL Ferreira Silva was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on January 5 to Rosilaine De Carvalho and Edvaldo Da Silva of Wonthaggi. Gabriel is a brother for Gustavo.
Our tutor in digital photography has been away but returns soon, so if you would like to learn more
form of reporting and information exchange. If you would like to bring your skills up to date, please give us a call and we will try to find a time and day that suits.
about digital photography, get your enrolment in to Sandra or Jenni as soon as possible. We had a fantastic roll up to the first playgroup of 2013 and our new littlies had a wonderful time. Newcomers are always welcome.
I don’t know what was going on in the For the Blokes weekly session held last Friday, but if the constant bursts of laughter heard by those in the building was anything to go by, they were having a great time. This coming week, the ‘blokes’ are heading to the Anglican Parish Hall kitchen to do some cooking instead of their regular yarning time. Should be fun and if you would like to join in, just give Colin Hardy a call on 5655 2510.
Learning about Computers has been popular and due to an increased demand, Milpara has needed to arrange a second round of classes for the Computer Basics course. This is fantastic and it is great to hear the stories from participants as they unravel the mysteries of computer technology. The Internet Training for 50s and over has also been very successful and we’re in the process of arranging another tutor to cope with the demand. Understanding how to access information on line has become essential as many organisations, especially Centrelink, move to this
Do you love books? Would you be interested in a regular monthly book club if one was held in Korumburra? We’re gauging interest so please give us a call at Milpara Community House on 5655 2524 to give us some feedback. This would be appreciated.
From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago February 22, 1983
10 years ago February 18, 2003
5 years ago February 19, 2008
1 year ago February 21, 2012
THE bright, sunny Leongatha Show Day was certainly a winner. The Miss Show Girl competition attracted plenty of interest from onlookers and good entries in sections. Winner of this year’s Miss Show Girl was Wonthaggi’s Christine Hurst.
MURRAY Goulburn Cooperative will retain its factory in Leongatha, regardless of the outcome of proposed merger talks with Bonlac Foods. And rumours of plans to downsize the factory in the event of a merger have been described as “unlikely”, but not ruled out by MG chairman Ian MacAulay.
LEONGATHA’S ability to attract new doctors to the town is at risk because of a shortage of rental homes. The Star can reveal the Leongatha Medical Group held off approaching a potential registrar because of concerns about the availability of accommodation in the town.
THE eyes of Australian breakfast television viewers were on Wilsons Promontory last Thursday morning, when the Today Show broadcast live from Tidal River. Weatherman Steve Jacobs camped overnight and then walked the beach, paddled and enjoyed a feast cooked by the team from Moo’s at Meeniyan, featuring South Gippsland produce.
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SAILOR Kim Dowie was born on January 18 at Bass Coast Regional Health to Nakita Norris and Josh Dowie of Inverloch. Sailor is a sister for Tige.
FRED Zueschner of Leongatha received a surprise when he opened a bag with a gift from his brother-in-law and keen gardener, Ron Bolding. It was a seven pound beetroot from Mr Bolding’s vegetable patch. Suggestions are that it could be used in the biggest salad roll in the world.
MORE than 20 CFA personnel extinguished a fire that threatened homes on the edge of Leongatha last Tuesday. The grass fire was started by a flaming bird, set alight after colliding with powerlines. The fire occurred at the eastern end of Parr Street and burnt a 70m by 20m patch of grass.
******* TEARS of elation and emotion were shed at a community celebration in Inverloch last Wednesday to mark the Australian Parliament’s apology to the stolen generations. Soon after listening to the live broadcast of the apology by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, members of the Bass Coast/South Gippsland Reconciliation Group gathered in Rainbow Park to reflect on the historic occasion.
******* WHILE new reports and export figures show a booming dairy sector, UDV DC6 central councillor Max Jelbart believes the long term viability of the industry is at risk. The Leongatha South farmer believes skinny or negative margins are making life difficult for many dairy farmers.
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• Powlett River Downs campdraft, Wonthaggi • Circus Olympia, Wonthaggi • Woolamai Cup day • Leongatha Secondary College Swimming Sports • Leongatha Primary School morning tea and ceremony
Driving force: Phillip Island RSL president Greg Mead, all round good guy Stewart Strachan and secretary Brian Goldberg. The RSL sponsored race four at Woolamai.
Welcome, welcome: the circus’ Josephine Glover (left) sells tickets to Lesley and Stephen Mazur, and granddaughter Olivia Alangerarra, all of Wonthaggi, with the circus’ Scott Marsh.
Seniors’ trip: among the older circus fans were Pat Andrighetto (left) and Shirley Booth, both of Wonthaggi.
Reason to smile: Brooke and Taylah Verwey-Mitchell of Bass with Young Farrelly, winner of race four, the Phillip Long way: Mary Ventry travelled from Bombala in New Place-getter: assistant trainer Steph Campbell and strapper Island RSL Club Maiden Handicap at the Woolamai races South Wales with her puppy Chip. She chatted with Tracey Tash Aplin of Bass with Wayne’s Command, which placed Joiner of Mallacoota and her dog Jasmine. recently. third in race two, the 5 Blind Open Trophy Handicap. Excitement building: looking forward to Circus Olympia were Norm and Judy Vrandenburg of Inverloch with their children Sarah and Michael (back), and grandchildren Indiana (on Sarah’s knee) and Matilda Johnstone (on Judy’s knee), all of Inverloch. They are with Sarah’s friend Chloe Gaskin of Wonthaggi.
Keeping watch: Hannah Wines of Welshpool, on board Amazing Dapper, ensures no cattle get away.
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Civic presence: Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Clare Le Serve (centre) with husband Neil and Barbara Oates, all of Corinella.
Pleasing victory: Phillip Island RSL sponsored race four, won by Young Farrelly. Club president Greg Mead (left) and secretary Brian Goldberg (second from right) presented the trophy to owners Dave and Sue Pallot (front), and syndicate members Troy Makepeace and Peter Strickland (back).
Nice tan: Ben Kewming and Hugh Collins admire Brock Hastings’ tan lines at the Leongatha Secondary College Cooling off: Troy Sinclair, Liam Harrington and Lachie By the pool: Katherine Harms, Harley Krause and Poppy swimming sports. Moore have fun at the Leongatha Secondary College Trewin relax at the Leongatha Secondary College swimming swimming sports. sports.
Great mates: Rhys Schulz and Jack Millar enjoy the Leongatha Secondary College swimming sports.
In the water: after a race, Eli Taylor, Matt Norman, Cade Brown, Ryan Olden, Matt Borschman and Jake McMillan chill in the pool at the Leongatha Secondary College swimming sports.
“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 19, 2013 - PAGE 49
New leaders: Leongatha Primary School’s new school leaders in music, languages, art and ICT, are, back from left, Ryan HayGreat stuff: Alex and Jacinta Alba couldn’t have On ya, Mum: Donna Riseley, Amelia Riseley (school captain), ward (ICT), Will Barker (languages), Amelia Dunn (languages) been prouder of son Javier, who was named as Madeleine Brew (music captain), Di Brew, Anna Barker and Will and Holly Hanily (art). Front, from left, Nathan Harris (ICT), one of Leongatha Primary School’s captains last Barker (languages advisor) had a grand time at a post-assembly Shem Murphy (music), Madeleine Brew (music) and Courtney tea for the newly appointed Leongatha Primary School leaders. Allen (art). week at a special assembly.
Loud and proud: grandmother Elaine Fixter (left) and Shelly Fixter (right) were happy to brag about the success of new Strzelecki house captain Charli Fixter.
Well done, son: Jordan Brown (LPS school captain) and mum Cindy Brown were all smiles last week when Jordan was awarded a leading student role.
Top choice: Leongatha Primary School captains Amelia Riseley, Madeleine Birrell, Jordan Brown and Javier Alba were commended on their appointment by Leongatha Police Sergeant Dale McCahon, who was a special guest at last Friday’s school assembly.
Aye, aye, captains: Leongatha Primary School’s newly appointed house captains – (in no particular order) Kyla Green, Siobhan Beecroft, Jack Hume and Jacob Lamers (Johnston); Jemma Caithness, Kasey Thorson, Liam O’Neill and Rory Pattison (Wightman); Hayleigh Bashaw, Chelsea Funnell, Eldon Westaway and Tim Boler (Herrald); Mason McGannon, Bailey Bacon, Charli Fixter and Brianna Weaver (Strzelecki) – are ready to give their all.
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Music for the People to delight BID farewell to summer in South Gippsland at Mossvale Park’s longest running and best value event, Music for the People this Sunday (February 24). This concert program has been a favourite of people from South Gippsland and beyond for more than 40 years. Featuring the Victorian Concert Orchestra, beautifully supported by the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band, the South Gippsland Wind Orchestra and the Wonthaggi Citizens Band, Music for
the People provides five hours of popular classics, light opera, old favourites and excerpts from modern musicals that should not be missed. In keeping with the picnic atmosphere of the park, which is situated just off the Strzelecki Highway between Mirboo North and Leongatha, patrons are encouraged to nestle under a shady arm of one of the many mature European trees with their own chairs, blanket, packed lunch and drinks while they enjoy the show. Alternatively, sausages, sandwiches, soft drinks and tea/coffee can
be purchased from the Scouts/Cubs operating at the kiosk. The centrepiece of the concert is the Victorian Concert Orchestra, and Mossvale Park is the only rural Victorian centre visited by the orchestra each year. A highlight for the 2013 program will be the performance of a few select musical numbers by the combined three Gippsland groups. Large groups of seniors may enjoy the hospitality of the free Leongatha Lions Club marquee, with shade, a light lunch and afternoon tea provided.
To take advantage of this service, please contact Graeme Tuckett on 5662 3338. The Music for the People concert is sponsored by the South Gippsland Shire
Council and operated by a host of volunteers whose efforts ensure a quality program at an affordable cost. With an entrance fee of only $10 per person and
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Amazing: Kira Puru and The Bruise from Sydney will perform at Musicfest at the Phillip Island Winery, March 9 and 10.
Quiet achiever: Australian music icon, David Bridie, appears Saturday, March 9.
Indie-Rock, flamenco, bluegrass MUSICFEST Phillip Island, March 9 and 10 at the Phillip Island Winery, is a feast of musical styles and genres. The line-up features some of Australia’s leading acts ‘of the moment’, including the indie-rock discovery of 2012, Stonefield, bluegrass/country wizards, the Davidson Brothers, Australian music icon, David Bridie, and the amazing soul/blues chanteuse, Kira Puru and The Bruise, from Sydney. But also sharing the main stage will be the exciting sounds of Spanish flamenco, Irish folk, earthy blues and eclectic acoustic musical acts. With two concerts over two days - Saturday and Sunday of the Labour day long weekend - Musicfest organisers and Phillip Island winery owners, Tim and Tricia O’Brien, said they wanted “to have something for everyone on the Musicfest stage”. “Our line-up is as eclectic a mix of styles and genres as you’ll find,” Tim said. “Besides, we think that putting flamenco music alongside the likes of David Bridie and Stonefield, just makes a more interesting day of music. “Every act is top drawer and where else can you
find performers of the calibre and reputation of the Davidson Brothers, Kira Puru and the Bruise and Stonefield on a concert stage for just $40? “We’ve priced the event for locals. Our aim is to cover costs and to make the winery a little betterknown among the community as a venue for good music, art and theatre.” Tickets are now being advertised in metropolitan newspapers and other media. At just $40, demand is expected to be high.
“With a limit of 1200 tickets for each day, our advice is to book early to secure tickets. On either day, the line-up of acts is terrific, and we’ve also got some great local acts also performing,” Tim said. Patrons are welcome to bring their own picnic rugs and chairs and to make a day of it. There will also be food vendors and the winery cellar door offering a range of foods at reasonable prices. For a list of the feature acts each day, refer to the posters and advertising, or go online for the full list of performers. To book tickets, call the winery on 5956 8465 (or simply call in), or go online to www.musicfestphillipisland.com.au
Ole: Spanish/Gypsy flamenco group Karavana Flamenca will perform at Musicfest 2013 on Phillip Island.
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• VLE LEONGATHA
Persistent dry lowers quality THERE were approximately 400 trade and 2000 grown cattle penned. A smaller field of buyers was present for a slightly cheaper market. The increase in numbers was in the grown steer and bullock pens with an increase in quality overall and a larger proportion of both bullock weight and heavy weight steers offered and a greater number of crossbred and Friesian manufacturing steers offered. Quality remained plain overall with the dry summer continuing to send the cattle backward in condition. The leaner grades of manufacturing cattle were slightly stronger in places, however overall the market was 2c to 5c/kg cheaper and a little more in places. Yearling grass steers 500kg to 600kg sold from 181c to 183c, back 2c/kg. Most yearling grass heifers made between 133c and 167c to be 5c/kg cheaper on average. C muscle grown steers sold between 168c and 184c, 3c/kg easier. C muscle bullocks made from 170c to 185c, back 5c/kg. Heavy weight bullocks sold from 160c to 170c to be 4c/kg cheaper. Plainer shaped D muscle grown steers and bullocks made between 150c and 174c/kg to remain mostly firm. Grown empty heifers sold between 130c and 152c, back 5c to 10c/kg. Friesian manufacturing steers in two and three score condition made from 121c to 126c, 3c to 9c/kg easier. Crossbred manufacturing steers in three and four score condition sold from 132c to 167c to be 2c/kg cheaper. Plain condition one score dairy cows made mostly between 85c and 109c/kg. Good condition two and three score heavy weight dairy cows sold between 109c to 121c, back 2c/kg. Plain condition one and two score beef cows made from 89c to 119c, 2c to 5c/kg easier. Good condition three and four score heavy weight beef cows sold from 115c to 128c to be firm to 2c/kg cheaper. Heavy weight C and B muscle bulls made between
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$1213.00 10 N. Fox, Mirboo 550kg 17 J. Khalid, Foster 598kg 14 B.F. & D.M. Summers, Fish Creek $1176.50 15 M. Lazzaro, Cobains 603kg 14 S. & Y. Tamburo, Woodleigh 585kg STEERS 1 M. & K. Nicholls, Toora 1 T. & L. Butcher, Allambee East 11 N.R. & S.S. Constantine, Buffalo 10 A.L. & N.M. Sewell, Hazelwood 8 N. Fox, Mirboo 2 K.A. & S.I. Gilliland, Won Wron COWS 1 F. & H. Colaciello, Tyers
182.0 $1098.67 181.2 $1061.31
375kg 440kg 485kg 485kg 546kg 365kg
745kg 13 R. Boddy & Son, Woodside 638kg 6 I. & D. Bell, Tarwin 622kg 1 R.H. & M. Greaves, Tarwin Lower $832.00 17 E.H., M.M. & B.D. Walpole, Woodside $713.07 4 H.M. & E.M. Price, Boolarra 622kg
HEIFERS 2 K.A. & S.I. Gilliland, Won Wron 1 N.R. & M.A. Staley, Yarram 4 M. & K. Nicholls, Toora 3 G. & D. Russell, Hallston 2 Black Partners, Narracan 1 K. & M. Garrett, Rosedale BULLS 1 K. & F. Whelan, Outtrim
184.6 $1015.00 183.0 $1094.77 646kg 182.0
128.0 $953.60 128.0 $817.72 128.0 $796.80 650kg 128.0 560kg 127.2 126.6
365kg 495kg 312kg 281kg 257kg 400kg
640kg 1 C.W. Littlejohn, Mirboo 730kg 1 Endean Park P/L, Tarwin Lower $726.00 1 D.J. & L.B. McNaughton, Loch865kg 1 R.A. & M.P. Benson, Bena 955kg 1 G. & R. Jarvie, Hazelwood 925kg
192.2 $720.75 185.0 $814.00 185.0 $897.25 184.6 $895.25 184.6 $1009.53 184.0 $671.60
183.0 179.6 175.2 175.0 175.0 172.0
$788.09 $667.95 $889.02 $547.50 $492.92 $450.63 $688.00
122.0 $780.80 120.0 $876.00 605kg 120.0 120.0 $1038.00 120.0 $1146.00 117.6 $1087.80
TURN FARM WASTE INTO FERTILISER Thursday February 21, 11am 537 Inverloch-Venus Bay Rd, Inverloch
Q & A with Gerhard Grasser, AgriSolutions. Demonstration of compost making. Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent will speak at 12.20pm & answer your questions
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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 19, 2013 - PAGE 53
Tank repair miraculous
The large concrete tank – 50 odd years old with cracks all along its walls – had passed its used by date. For Mr Mackie, the problem of what to do with it presented a major headache. In its heyday it had been useful, but in recent times had become
something big that needed to be broken up and disposed of. Enter Mr Pendlebury and his miraculous LINE-X product: a super sealant that makes old as good as new, extending the life of a tank by another 40 years. Mr Pendlebury also sealed an old concrete water trough that was going the same way. Again, it was something that was on the way out, but has been made as good as new. “Another thing Dick did with the tank – something that he does as
Tank you very much: Meeniyan’s John Mackie is ecstatic at the job LINE-X’s Dick Pendlebury did on his old water tank.
a standard practice – is put an overflow on it, which takes water away from the sides of the tank and prevents cracking,” Mr Mackie said. Climbing up a ladder and peering inside the tank, The Star saw the marvellous effect LINE-X had had on sealing it. Tellingly, it was almost full to the brim. Mr Mackie believes the saved water was worth every dollar spent on the rejuvenation. “Dick did a really great job here and I’d recommend his services to anyone.
He’s very professional,” Mr Mackie said. “If not for the job he did, we would have been faced with the prospect of getting rid of this tank and getting a new one. “When you factor in the cost of that, along with the connection, it adds up to a lot – not to mention breaking up and getting rid of a massive concrete tank.” Mr Mackie said it was great to watch Mr Pendlebury at work. He pressure-cleans tanks, wiping away decades of built up grime. Then LINE-X is applied. It dries in 30 seconds, creating a miraculously tight seal. The high-tech product is used in myriad different ways, and has applications outside merely sealing water tanks. LINE-X products are a fast-cure, multipurpose series of coatings designed for a wide range of retail, commercial, and industrial uses. They exhibit excellent adhesion to most properly prepared surfaces. With its fast cure time it can be sprayed vertically and even overhead without running or dripping. There are no solvents associated with LINE-X products, which means there are no air pollutants or harmful environmental contaminates.
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CLEARING SALE A/C S & M MILLETT (Property Sold) 140 ROUGHEADS RD, LEONGATHA STH
FRIDAY FEB 22, 10:30 AM
CLEARING SALE
Items include: M/F 148 tractor multi power cab (72-73 model); M/F 148 tractor (suitable for parts); 1964 Dodge truck with 12ft tray; Jarrett 6ft slasher; 400 ltr Silvan spray unit with boom & hand wand; 9 tyne scarifier; Sunshine (sundrill) 14 disc seeder (super & seeder box); 12 ton Nelson pellet silo; timber; railway iron; qty drill bits, spanners & tools, qty sundry items too numerous to mention. (Full listing previous issue) Outside vendors: Duetz-Fahr 5.2 mtr tedder rake, hydraulic fold; square bale feed out; manure sprinkler; poly plough; 80 bales 5x4 pasture hay; Suzuki DR 200 motorbike, Stihl post hole digger; 1985 International S Line 2600 truck with hydraulic tray lift (unregistered).
Outside Vendors welcome.
TERMS: Strictly cash or cheque on day of sale. Photo ID registration applies. Outside vendors welcome
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A/C P THORNBY (Property Sold) 55 THORNBY'S RD, NERRENA FRIDAY MARCH 8, 10:30 AM (FULL DETAILS NEXT ISSUE)
Landmark Leongatha 5662 2291 Pat Bowler 0427 622 040
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Landmark Leongatha 5662 2291 Glenn Wright 0439 622 245 Tom Browne 0417 493 263
With more than 500 locations in 46 countries, the goal of LINE-X is to consistently produce the
highest quality and most reliable materials available. LINE-X is also focused on developing new protective
coatings for a wide range of retail, industrial and other applications needing extreme protection.
STORE SALE VLE - LEONGATHA CATTLE
1500
1500
Thursday, February 21 Starting at 10am SPECIAL ENTRY - HERD DISPERSAL (PROPERTY SOLD) A/C INVERNESS & MISTY DOWNS LIMOUSIN STUD 14 x 14 reg. French & Aust. Purebred Limousin stud Cows with Calves at foot 1-8 months Not rejoined. To be sold individually 2 reg French purebred bulls, 4 years old. (LANDMARK) Special Entry - Property sold A/C DJ & LB MCNAUGHTON - KROWERA 40 Angus/Fries x cows, mixed ages PTIC to pure French Stud Limousin Bulls for 1st March on Calving. (LANDMARK) A/C MCGAURAN PASTORAL COMPANY NAMBROK 200 Hfd Steers 100 Hfd Heifers 10-12 months, yard weaned December 2 x 7 in 1 vacc, Piliguard, Vit A,D,E & B 12 & drenched. By Mawarra & Newcomen Bulls (LANDMARK) A/C R WIGHT & SON, WOODSIDE 100 Angus & Hfd Steer Calves, 10 months “Innisdale” & “Mundook” blood 2 x 5 in 1, Cydectin & weanded 6 weeks. (ELDERS) A/C G & S EGAN, ALBERTON 60 Hfd steers 30 Hfd heifers 8-11 months, SEMEX AI Sires, Mawarra & Yarram Park Bulls 30 Sim steers 15 Sim heifers 8-11 months, SEMEX AI Sires Juraley Eric. Weaned 8 weeks, Drenched, 2 x 7 in 1 & mineral drench. (LANDMARK) A/C F & M LAWLESS - DRIFFIELD 60 Angus Heifers 9-11 months by Latrobe Park Bulls. Quality weaned heifers. (LANDMARK) A/C BLACKWOOD GRAZING - TRAFALGAR 30 Angus Steers, 18 months 30 Angus/Char x Steers, 18 months All vendor Bred.(LANDMARK) A/C WARRAGUL CREEK NOMINEES 55 Angus Steers, 18 months “Welcome” & “Swallow” bulls. (ELDERS) A/C MALELUKA CREEK, NAR NAR GOON 40 Charolais x Steers, 10 months. (ELDERS) A/C LORSTAN NOMINEES, TOMS CREEK 35 Angus & Angus/Hfd Steers, 15-16 months 15 Fries Steers, 2 years. (ELDERS) A/C BELCHER FAMILY, WOODSIDE 35 Angus Steers, 11-12 months “Banquet” bulls, weaned. (ELDERS) A/C ADVAL P/L 30 Angus Steers, 2 years “Windfall” Blood. (ELDERS) A/C BURRABARDOO, TARWIN 30 Angus/Hfd x steers, 12-13 months, 1 mark. (ELDERS) A/C P & D CALAFIORES, MIRBOO NORTH 30 Angus mixed sex Weaners, 10 months. (RODWELLS) A/C EH, MM & BD WALPOLE, WOODSIDE 25 Poll Hfd Steers, 9-10 months Weaned 4 weeks. (ELDERS) A/C N CROSSLEY, BLACKWARRY 25 Angus Heifers, 10-11 months “Androssin” & “Part” Angus blood Weaned 4 weeks (ELDERS) A/C NR & KD HANSFORD, YINNAR 15 Poll Hfd steers, 15-16 months 16 Poll Hfd heifers, 15-16 months. (LANDMARK)
5662 4033 David Phelan & Co. Pty. Ltd.
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A/C D & M JONES, MIRBOO 15 Angus steers, 10-12 months, weaned, very quiet. (LANDMARK) A/C J & B BEALE, WOODSIDE NORTH 12 Angus/Fries x Heifers, rising 30 months Depast Stud Angus Bull to calve March onwards PTIC Bucket reared. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C DJ HALLIDAY, BOOLARRA 12 Angus steers, 10-12 months. (LANDMARK) A/C JD KEOGH, FOSTER 6 x 2 Hfd Fries x heifers 3 x 1 M/G Fries x heifers 4 x 1 Ang/Fries x heifers Calved & Calving to Limousin Bull. "Extremely Quiet". (LANDMARK) ANNUAL WEANER SALE ENTRIES: A/C P & N & D & M MOORE, YARRAM 80 Angus & Angus/Hfd x Steers, 9-11 months Weaned, drenched, Vacc 5 in 1, Bombard January By Yancowinna bulls, top calves. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C D & K BELCHER “WONGA PARK”, WOODSIDE 50 Hfd Steers, 9-11 months Dehorned, weaned January, drenched, Vacc 5 in 1 & pinkeye By Mawarra Bulls, very quiet. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C STUART INVESTMENTS, STACEYS BRIDGE 45 Hfd Steers, 7-11 months Dehorned, weaned, drenched January By Mawarra & Karoonda Blood. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C G & L SIMMONS, WOODSIDE 45 Hfd Steers, 8-10 months Dehorned, weaned, drenched, vac 5 in 1, B12 By Karoonda Blood. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C DM PHELAN, STACEYS BRIDGE 40 Hfd Steers, 14-16 months, dehorned 30 Hfd Steers, 9-10 months, dehorned. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C DC MCKENZIE, CALROSSIE 25 Hfd mixed sex weaners, 9-11 months Weaned Jan, drenched & 7 in 1 vacc By Karoonda Blood. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C JW & M KEE “WARRINGA”, YARRAM 6 Hfd Steers, 9-11 months Dehorned, weaned, drenched, vac 7 in 1 By top stud bulls. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C D & E LOWE, STACEYS BRIDGE 25 Hfd mixed sex weaners, 8-10 months, dehorned By Mawarra & Karoonda Blood. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C RJ & EF FOAT, WOODSIDE 30 Poll Hfd mixed sex weaners, 8-10 months Weaned, drenched & vac 5 in 1 January. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C TELEGRAPH PASTORAL CO, HEDLEY 40 Angus & Hfd & Angus/Hfd x mixed sex weaners, 9-11 months Weaned, drenched & vac 5 in 1. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C D & B KALLADY, GELLIONDALE 25 Angus Steer Weaners, 10-11 months Weaned & Drenched January. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C D & E MCCORMACK, STACEYS BRIDGE 30 Angus Steers, 10-11 months Drenched, & 5 in 1, weaned Feb. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C GJ & K ROBERTS, BINGINWARRI 40 Angus & Hfd & Angus/Hfd x mixed sex weaners, 8-10 months. (DAVID PHELAN) A/C O CAMBRIDGE, HEDLEY 30 Angus Mixed sex weaners, 8-10 months. (DAVID PHELAN)
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MEENIYAN resident John Mackie believes the job LINE-X’s Dick Pendlebury did on his old water tank was nothing short of miraculous.
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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 ARMCHAIR, recliner, tan vinyl. Showing some wear. Suit “man cave” or similar. $15. Ph. 5662 2570. DINOSAURS. Two large plastic toys approx 37cm long. Very sturdy. $10 ea. Ph. 5662 2570. CAT SCRATCHING POLE. New, in unopened box. Two scratching posts, hanging toy and box to sleep in. $25. Ph. 0416 652 285. LOUNGE CHAIR. Green and mushroom fabric, good cond. $20. Ph. 5638 8119. WINE RACK. Black wrought iron. Holds 24 bottles and 20 glasses hanging. $20. Ph. 5638 8119. FOUR WHEELIE BINS, 240litre. Great for composting or storage. $20. Ph. 0409 145 363. APPLE iPOD SHUFFLE, 2GB, new. Won in raffle. $50. Ph. 5672 3708. TYRANNO SAW. 18v cordless pruning/ multi saw. $50. Ph. 5662 3556. NOVELS. Box of 40 Catherine Cookson novels. Good condition. $30 the lot. Ph. 5668 1571. EXERCISE BIKE, Hills Olympus, blue, fair cond. No speedo cable. $20. Ph. 0447 686 286. TWO BEDSIDE CABINETS. Stained teak, 2’ high x 18” wide x 18” deep. Drawer at top, cupboard under. Good cond. $35. Ph. 0447 686 286. WOODEN COT. White, drop down side. $25. Ph. 5668 6217. BAR FRIDGE. Samsung, works fine. $50. Ph. 0413 060 875. SHOWER DOOR. Sliding, 70s style in copper colour. $30. Ph. 0413 060 875. PEDESTAL FAN. Three speed, VGC. $40. Ph. 5668 9212. WHEELBARROW. Large metal “Sherlock”. Very sturdy, good cond. $50. Ph. 5668 9212. TWO VICTA LAWN EDGERS. $50. Ph. 5672 2744. TWO RYOBI BLOWER VACS, electric. $50. Ph. 5672 2744. GOLF SHOES. Ladies size 7UK. White/tan. Brand new, never worn. $40. Ph. 0409 641 300. BARBECUE, four burner with hood/cover on stand. Good cond. $50. Ph. 0409 641 300. RABBIT HUTCH. As new condition. Two levels. $50. Ph. 0409 641 300. XBOX 360 HAND CONTROLLER. White. Good condition. $25. Ph. 0409 641 300. DESK. Pine. 4 drawers. $30. Ph. 0429 688 206. TAP SHOES. Bloch. Tan. Barely used. Size 10½. $40. Ph. 0429 688 206. TV CABINET. Black. 2 smoked glass doors. shelves for DVD player etc. Excellent condition. $25. Ph. 5662 2570. ALUMINIUM WINDOWS. White. 900x900. 3 wind out and 2 fixed screens. Good condition. $50 the lot. Ph. 0418 179 977. WINDOWS. Anodised aluminium in 2 sections. Can combined as one window. Overall size 2.42cm wide x 1.83m high. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 5662 2570.
BREAD MAKER. Breville. Barely used. Comes with recipe book. Great for pizza dough. $40. Ph. 5664 3113. HOSPITALITY COURSE UNIFORM. Size 10. $30. Ph. 5664 3113. 2 SEATER SWING. Steel frame with textured seat poly canvas. $50. Ph. 0413 452 686. LEAF BLOWER. Ryobi. Adjustable. $50. Ph. 0413 452 686. K’NEX BUILDING SET. One ten models. 5-7 years. complete carry case and manual. $10. Ph. 5674 3535. KIDS K’NEX. 3-7 years. brightly coloured pieces. Carry case/building base. With manual. $10. Ph. 5674 3535. TV CABINET. Large. Corner. Pine. Storage shelves. $20. Ph. 0400 660 321. CARPET UNDERLAY. As new. Enough to do 2 standard rooms. $30. Ph. 0439 341 094. CANDELABRA. Wrought iron. Holds 5 candles. Stands approx 80cm tall. $20. Ph. 0439 341 094. OUTDOOR TABLE & CHAIRS. Round glass top. Six chairs. Good condition. $50. Ph. 5662 3436 after 6pm. BOOK OF RACING CAR CRASHES. ‘And they walk away’. New. Poster size. $5. Ph. 0439 341 094. TODDLER SWING. Fisher Price. $15. Ph. 0439 341 094. OUTDOOR ALUMINIUM LIGHTS. Two. Need to be wired in. Never used. Ph. 5664 0142. SCHOOL DESK. $30. Ph. 0413 452 686. LAWN EDGER. Motorised. $50. Ph. 0428 622 996. BOWLING GREEN MOWER. 2.5HP. Briggs & Stratton motor. Clutch and catcher. Runs okay. $50. Ph. 5658 1223 after 6pm. CHILD’S ROCKING CHAIR. Good condition. $40. Ph. 5658 1223 after 6pm. FISH TANK. 600mm length x 380mm wide. With pump & filter. $30. Ph. 0409 641 300. XBOX 360 HAND CONTROLLER. White. Good condition. $25. Ph. 0409 641 300. OLD POTTERY POT. 1 gallon stone ware earthenware. In excellent condition. $45 Ph. 5662 5141. 4 WHEEL WALKER. Red. Good condition. $50. Ph. 0438 572 214. LADIES SHOES. Hush Puppies. Walking shoes. 39 (7). $15. Ph. 0438 572 214. WARDROBE. 4’Wide x 6’High. 6 draws one side, hanging space the other. Good condition. $35. Ph. 0437 115 227. DOG KENNEL. Brewery Beer Barrel converted into a dog kennel $25. Ph. 5668 1571. NISSAN 4x4 WHEEL & TYRE. 31x10 R 15. Good spare. $30. Ph. 5662 2518. VARIOUS GOMUS. 34. Plus collector tin. Series 1-3. Some rare, glitter & gel. As new. $30. Ph. 5674 3535. K’NEX BUILDING SET. One ten models. 5-7 years. Carry case and manual included complete. $20. Ph. 5674 3535. TOY BOX, wooden, lift-up lid, blue. 900 x350mm. Exc. cond. $25. Ph. 5658 1443. DRAFTSMAN’S TABLE. Light coloured timber, 800 x 1200mm. $25. Ph. 5658 1443.
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Meeniyan Healing Rooms
CHIROPRACTOR
Fridays 5 - 8pm CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP ROOMS
Garry Harrison
McLean Lane, Meeniyan
19 Moonah Street Cape Paterson
Come and receive the healing power of God through prayer. No charge - No appointment necessary. See ‘Healing Rooms Australia’ website.
Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday
For dates and information phone 0412 755 627 Paul Brailey (Director)
By appointment Ph: 5674 8290
NOTICE OF AN APPLICATION UNDER SECTION 60 OF THE TRANSFER OF LAND ACT 1958 TO BECOME REGISTERED PROPRIETOR OF LAND
CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG
The reference number is Application No. 128106T The applicant has applied to become the registered proprietor of land the whole of which is located at 100-104 Baromi Road, Baromi. The applicant claims to have acquired title to the land by adverse possession. The land is shown marked A, B and C on the plan posted on the land. The plan may also be inspected at the office of Land Victoria, 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne. The current registered proprietor of the land is Thomas Peterson of West Melbourne (folio of the Register Vol 1940 Fol 937) and Thomas Walton of West Melbourne (folio of the Register Vol 2045 Fol 998). If you believe you are affected by the application you should seek independent legal advice. I may grant this application after 30 days from the date of the posting of a notice on the land if satisfied that the applicant has acquired title by possession to the land. Anyone with an interest in the land can lodge a caveat under section 61 of the Transfer of Land Act 1958. This caveat will lapse 30 days after lodgement unless the caveator has commenced court proceedings and given me notice of the proceedings or obtained and served an injunction on me. If this caveat lapses or is withdrawn I may grant this application if satisfied that the applicant has acquired title by possession to the land. Enquiries may be directed to Land Victoria on 8636 2170. CHRIS McRAE Registrar of Titles
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INVERLOCH CUSTOMERS INTERRUPTION TO WATER SUPPLY 18th FEBRUARY to 30th APRIL 2013 South Gippsland Water is commencing an “air scouring” water mains cleaning program, in Inverloch as part of water quality maintenance works for the area. Who will it affect & for how long? The program will take approximately 2 and a half months to complete, with about 10% of customers being affected at any one time. What should I do when my water supply is interrupted? A notice will be delivered to individual properties, giving a minimum of 5 days notice to businesses and 2 days notice to residential customers, of the planned interruption. The work will take place between 9.30am and 3.30pm, on week days. Customers are advised to store water for their daily needs. Also to avoid using water, including all water appliances, such as washing machines, dishwashers and toilet cisterns - when notified that the cleaning process will affect your property. After 3.30pm turn a tap on at the front or rear of your property until the water runs clear. Another option is to turn off your water supply stop tap prior to 9.30am. The stop tap is usually located next to the water meter. Due to the need to access all pipes in the system, it may be necessary to have more than one interruption to some customers. Our staff and contractors will do everything possible to minimise these occurrences, however, sometimes it is unavoidable. What is “air scouring” ? Air scouring is a very effective means of removing any mineral deposits or sediments from within the low lying sections of pipe lines. Air and water are brought together under pressure to form pulses or “slugs” which provide a strong scouring action – this ‘wave’ effect is far stronger than would be expected from the ordinary combination of air and water under pressure. The process also has the advantage of using a minimal amount of water. The compressor driving the scouring is fitted with a multi-filtering system to ensure that the air used in the process is clean and pure. We hope this interruption to your water supply will only cause minimal inconvenience. South Gippsland Water 1300 851 636
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Movement & Creativity Workshops
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An 80th BIRTHDAY PARTY will be held at the
KORUMBURRA BOWLS CLUB March 10 2pm - 4pm For MARY WRENCH RSVP March 7 to 5655 1916 Mary No presents
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Learner & Supervising Drivers Unsure of how to get started as a learner or supervising driver? We are offering a free ‘Keys Please’ session to get you both started safely on:
Wednesday 6th March 2013 Community College Gippsland (CCG) 38-40 Horn Street, Leongatha 7pm Available to all learners and their supervising drivers who register. Be one of the first to register and receive a free learner driver prize pack by calling Karena on 5662 5500. Feel confident next time your learner asks for the ‘Keys Please’.
Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays
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QUALIFIED HEAVY STREAM MOTOR MECHANIC Required to fill a fulltime position in our workshop. Repair and servicing to American, European and Japanese vehicles and trailers. Ability to work without supervision but not essential. Resumés can be mailed to: M & J Stewart Motors Pty Ltd PO Box 303 MORWELL VIC 3840 Or emailed to: mjstewart01@bigpond.com
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DEVELOP A CAREER IN THE MEAT INDUSTRY Meat Processors, Labourers and Skilled Staff required for large Export Meat processing facilities in the south eastern suburbs and central South Gippsland. Stability and long term employment opportunities available. Duties include: • General Labouring • Process Work • Rendering • Boning/Slicing/Knife Hand • Picking & Packing Experience not essential. Full training provided. MUST be Australian citizen or permanent resident and NOT hold a qualification higher than a Certificate III. Full time & casual positions available. Early starts. MUST be prepared to attend INFORMATION SESSION. Eligibility Criteria Applies. To apply please call 8398 1721 or email your most recent resumé to rcain@miss.vic.edu.au 28323
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Parts Interpreter CLAAS HARVEST CENTRE South Gippsland Claas Harvest Centre South Gippsland based in Leongatha has a reputation for providing quality products and services to our customers. Due to this ongoing success we now need to recruit a self motivated, enthusiastic and experienced Parts Interpreter. This is a challenging and rewarding role that will involve processing spare parts orders from clients, maintaining stock levels in line with seasonal demands for the vast range of Claas, Amazone and other equipment brands. This role will assist the field service technicians to maintain our strong track record for delivering customer product support and general task s as required.
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Advertising Consultant IMMEDIATE START 3 days per week
The successful candidate will possess; • Parts and inventory management experience; • Experience in or an affinity with the agricultural sector; • Accuracy and attention to detail; • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills • Computer skills
The Star requires an enthusiastic individual to work in our advertising sales department. A background in sales and customer service would be an advantage.
This is an outstanding long term opportunity to join a growing company and be part of a professional team that is looking to the future growth of its business. An attractive salary package will be on offer to the successful candidate. Applications close Friday March 1. If you fit this profile and believe you could fulfil this role please act quickly and apply in confidence to:
Apply in writing to: Manager, Tony Giles on email tony@thestar.com.au Applications close Friday, February 22 Enquiries on 5662 2294
Anthony Blackshaw Dealer Principal 2-4 McPherson St LEONGATHA VIC 3953 P: 03 5562 2299
VICTORIA’S LEADING ADVENTURE CAMP
TEAM LEADER WANTED An exciting opportunity exists for a highly organised and motivated person with a great attitude, to lead a fantastic team at Victoria’s leading adventure camp. You will be co-ordinating and delivering high quality adventure programs, service and care as well as being a positive role model for children and making a difference to all visitors attending Camp Rumbug. Relevant qualifications along with excellent communication skills and life experience would be an advantage. FULL AND ON-GOING TRAINING PROVIDED Approximately 38 hours per week Work times are generally 9am - 5.30pm Mondays and 7.30am - 4pm Tuesday - Friday Occasional weekend and school holiday work by negotiation. Prerequisites for employment are: • A current Police Check • A current Working With Children Check (for employment) • Manual driver’s licence for use of vehicles onsite Email your application letter and CV for the attention of: mattwallis@activ8.net.au (preferred) BH (03) 5664 6542
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HARVEST CENTRE South Gippsland
WILLIAMS, EDWARDS & FINDLAY CERTIFIED PRACTISING ACCOUNTANTS
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT • Permanent Full Time • Korumburra Office
Vacancies at the State Coal Mine, Wonthaggi
We are a locally owned Certified Practising Accountancy business that services a clientele base throughout Victoria and interstate.
Parks Victoria is looking for highly motivated applicants with suitable experience to work at the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi.
This position will require the preparation of: • Financial accounts • Tax returns • Business activity statements • Superannuation funds • Various accounting duties as required
Team Leader – Mine Operations (fixed full time 2 year term) To succeed in this role you will have: • Experience in the mining industry and ability to work underground in enclosed spaces for in excess of one hour on a regular basis. • Demonstrated experience in underground mine timber shoring, water ingress management, geotechnical assessments related to mine shafts and electronic systems management related to fire safety systems, CTV and communication equipment.
We are looking for a candidate that is: • Currently working towards or recently completed an Accounting focused degree • Has excellent interpersonal skills • Career focused and has an ambition to become a respected accountant and client advisor within the business.
• Ability to carry out and lead preventative maintenance underground that complies with regulatory requirements of the OHS Act in relation to Mining, administered by Work Safe Victoria. • Demonstrated experience in customer service, volunteer coordination and staff supervision in a culturally or environmentally significant tourist venue.
Send your written applications attention to: Barry Wyatt, C/- Williams, Edwards & Findlay 19 Commercial Street, Korumburra 3950 or email business@wef.com.au Applications close: Friday 22nd February www.wef.com.au
• A qualification in mining operations, engineering or a relevant trade or similar would be an advantage. Customer Services Officer (fixed full time 2 year term) To succeed in this role you will have: • Demonstrated experience in customer service, volunteer coordination and/or business support role in a culturally or environmentally significant tourist venue. • Demonstrated ability to provide visitors with informative and educational tours. • Commitment to the highest level of professional service.
Early Childhood Worker 0.5 EFT
An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated person with comprehensive experience and knowledge of child health, development and behaviour to join our proactive Child, Youth and Family Services team. Your primary role is to work with Bass Coast Community Health Services’ (BCCHS) Universal and Enhanced Maternal Child Health Nurses and Playgroup Facilitator to deliver parenting support programs to families with children aged 0 – 5 years who reside in the Bass Coast municipality. Remuneration for this position is $46,594 (pro rata) depending on relevant professional experience and qualifications. Enquiries to Louk Thiele, Coordinator Child, Youth & Family Services. To obtain a position description and an employment application form, please telephone reception on 5671 9200 or refer to our website: www.bcchs.com.au All applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description, and include the Application for Employment form. Applications close 4pm February 22, 2013 and should be addressed to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road San Remo Vic 3925 or by email to: hr@bcchs.com.au
• Ability to operate EFTPOS and experience in using a computerised POS system or web based booking systems. • Ability and confidence to work underground in confined spaces. • A qualification in tourism, hospitality or event management or similar would be an advantage.
Bass Coast Children's Centre Inc invites applications for the following positions:
To find out more about these positions, please obtain copies of the position descriptions from www.parks.vic.gov.au.
QUALIFIED EDUCATOR -
For further information please contact Roger Fenwick by calling Parks Victoria on 13 1963. To apply, please email your application, addressing the selection criteria including a resume to applications@parks.vic.gov.au.
Maternity Leave Position Full Time 38 hours per week
Applications close Friday 1 March 2013.
This position will commence 11th March 2013
Parks Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a commitment to merit, equity and diversity in the workplace. More information Phone 13 1963 www.parks.vic.gov.au
FARMHAND FULL TIME Required for sheep and cattle property in Tarwin Lower area PHONE 0468 317 125
ZO340262
Building a Healthy Community
WEEKEND MILKER WANTED • • • • •
Must have experience 200 Cows Modern shed Immediate start Phone 0411 869 854
A Diploma of Children's Services (Childcare) Qualification is mandatory. As part of our commitment to maintaining a child safe environment, applicants must provide a current WWC (Working with Children) check. Appropriate First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Emergency Asthma Qualifications are required. Applicants must possess the desire to provide an exceptional level of quality education and care in a safe and nurturing environment. Detailed position descriptions are available on request. All enquiries (between 10am and 4pm) to: Ms Dina McMaster – Co-ordinator Bass Coast Children's Centre Inc 244 White Road WONTHAGGI VIC 3995 Ph: (03) 5672 5151 Fax: (03) 5672 1332 Applications close 5pm Friday 22nd February 2013
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MOTOR VEHICLE SALES PERSON / TRAINEE Knights Toyota & Honda is currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to become a member of our sales team. This position will entail the sales of new and used cars and motorcycles. The successful applicant should: • Hold a current Victorian manual Driver’s Licence • Be well presented and have excellent communication skills • Have a positive approach and enjoy dealing with people • Be able to work well with other members of the team. No prerequisites required. Please forward your written application to: Mr. Bradley Westaway 7-13 Hughes Street, Leongatha, 3953 OR Via E-mail: b.westaway@wide.net.au
MOUNTAIN VIEW – Part Time Position • Reception – receiving and attending to all inquiries concerning ‘Mountain View’ • Sales – first contact, to greet and attend to their inquiry • Administration Skills: • Communication skills – friendly disposition / listening / selling • Computer skills – Word / Excel / Power Point / Publisher / internet (web/emails) • Organisational skills – planning, time management, events, organiser • Selling skills • Presentation • Telephone skills If you have empathy with people over 55 years of age and enjoy supporting people into a lifestyle change for their future in our modern Village, then this position could suit you. This is a part time role up to 20 hours pw and includes weekend work. This is a developing role which could lead to fulltime employment, training will be provided as required to the successful applicant. If you have an interest to be considered for this role, please email your CV in the first instance to:
for sale LOCAL GUM, split, free delivery within Leongatha. Get your firewood before winter. $80 per metre. Ph: 5662-4112 or 0418939112. MINI FOXY pups, 3 males, vaccinated, microchipped, ready to go, $200 each. Ph: 56647202. 956000008850197, 956000008828553, 956000008863827. OLD PORT POULTRY FARM delivering 20-weekold laying hens to your area, Saturday February 23, $19 each. Ph: BH 0438832535, AH 5183-2515. SCOOTER Fisher & Paykel 4 wheel, batteries flat, excellent condition, $600 ONO. Ph: 5662-3965, not after 6pm. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
livestock RAMS Southdown, Poll Dorset and Border Leicester, all flock registered. Bruccellosis accredited, well bred, from $150 each. Can deliver. 0428-356376.
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To the Sales manager: Mountain View Leongatha: 1 Dale Drive, Leongatha 3953. Closing date is 8th March. E: sales@mountainviewleongatha.com.au W: www.mountainviewleongatha.com.au
accommodation
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PROFESSIONAL PERSON seeks midweek self contained accommodation in Leongatha. Ph: 0431380089.
VACUUM CLEANER Repairs
DUST BAGS
Sales
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FREE
QUOTES
NEW Wonthaggi 3BR unit. Close to shops, 7 star energy rating, super quality. 0428-288310
WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE
WONTHAGGI modern central shop, $295 pw, central office $195 pw. Ph: 0408-981819.
ANTIQUE assorted furniture etc, due to moving location. Ph: 5662-5723.
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MOWERS
From $149
27154
We stock the largest range of new and used mowers in South Gippsland, including Honda, Victa, Rover, Masport, Flymo, Supa Swift, Viking, Greenfield, Murray, Deutscher, Husqvarna
Professional repair & service to all makes of mowers. We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available
MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT Cnr Allison and South Gippsland Hwy, LEONGATHA
Phone 5662 2028
L.M.C.T. 2714
167 Graham Street, Wonthaggi (opp. Ritchies IGA)
5672 3127
ELECTRONIC platform scale, 150kg, brand new, still in box, $350. 0402385692.
MISSING!! Please contact ASAP. Her name is Millie and she is a white with grey Maltese X Shih Tzu. Been missing since a thunderstorm Thursday morning 15/02/12. Last seen Leongatha. Please call 5662 3534, 0458 022 388
used vehicles
FREE CAR REMOVAL
FIREWOOD local hardwood mixture, split, dry, pick up or delivered. Bulk loads available, $85 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187.
Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal
FIREWOOD, free, crates etc, bring your trailer! Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment, South Gippsland Highway, Leongatha. Phone 5662 2028.
Bass Coast Metal Recyclers
FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. FROZEN HERBS for sale. Freshzest has coriander roots, lemongrass and Kaffir lime leaves available for sale to the public. These are all washed and freshly frozen, $6 per kg. 56745575 to order. Pick up only at Pound Creek. HAY: small squares, excellent quality, shedded, suitable for horses, new season, $9 each. Mardan, can deliver 50 or more, conditions apply. 56641320.
All machinery Bins provided
5672 2946 0417 556 593
Affordable cars at drive away prices
SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804
Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay. All on road costs paid.
used vehicles HYUNDAI Excel Sprint 3 door, 1998. Low kilometres, very reliable. Jan 2014 reg. YVP164. $2,000 ONO. Ph: 0429-382379. MITSUBISHI VERADA KJ EI auto sedan, 2001, RFL700, 10 months rego, RWC, $5,750. Ph: 0427641277.
wanted to buy OLD MOTORBIKES - road, trail, mini, farm, 4-wheelers. Cars, trucks, tractors, farm machinery. Wrecks or parts. Not for scrap. 5664-8344.
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CLEAN WAND HOME HELP Those domestic chores getting you down let me help you RING SANDRA AH 5658 1276 For honest, reliable worker, regular or casual all welcome. $30 per hr Pensioner rate $25 per hr
YOUR EXTRA SUPPORT STAFF (YESS) MALE with strong clerical and money handling experience available for temporary work (commercial or domestic). Computer work (PC or Mac), data input, switchboard, document preparation, warehouse or light physical work. CALL/TEXT ME NOW Michael 0400 964 375 FULLY Qualified Painter. No job too small. Good rates. Call Drew on 56624238 or 0418-517443.
garage sales
marriage celebrant
JOAN’S SHOP Kongwak on Saturday and Sunday, February 23 and 24, from 7.30 both days until 5pm.
Jenny Milkins
Garage Sale
CAM ABOOD
Deceased Estate Household furniture & bric-a-brac, hiking backpacks, gym set and other gym items, bikes, car rack, massage table, BBQ, aluminium windows, telephone table, kitchen cupboards. TOO MANY ITEMS TO NAME
290 Denhams Road HALLSTON 9am to 3pm
GARAGE SALE
MINI CLEARANCE SALE 7 Old Canavans Road Mt Eccles Saturday, February 23 8.30am til 2pm All things mechanical. Shed to be cleared. Household items, furniture etc. Details on www.irp.id.au
GARAGE SALE Leongatha 25A Brown Street Saturday, February 23 8am - 3pm Household goods, hand mower, washer, gym equip, books, and more WORD ART SOY CANDLES
birthdays WHO IS TURNING 80 YEARS OLD Rodney McConchie February 15, 2013
All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com
Leongatha 5662 4191
birthday remembrance BURROWES - Cameron John. 20.02.1985 - 14.08.2012 Happy 28th Birthday Cam. I wish I could put my arms around you Cam. I don’t want you to be alone. For today is your birthday. Your first away from home. I miss you every day. Love you heaps Mum. Thinking of you on your birthday Cam, But that is nothing new. For no day dawns and no day ends, Without a thought of you. With all our love your sisters Bec and Jess.
bereavement thanks APPLEYARD The family of the late Dianne Appleyard would like to thank the doctors and staff at Leongatha and Monash Moorabbin hospitals, Reverend Janet Wallis and Peter, Handley Funeral Services and for all the kind phone calls, cards, flowers and food on the passing of our dear mother and grandmother. Please accept this as our personal thanks.
PARRY - Morrie. November 13, 1922 February 20, 2012. Dearly loved father of Val, Graeme, Fay, Wayne, Dot, George, Marg, Jude, Ray, Pam and Col, and families. Special memories.
GARAGE SALE The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our
$27.50 GARAGE SALE KIT KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00) • 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag
deaths Happy 80th Birthday to our beautiful Mum / Nana / Grandnan / Gwen
Total package valued at $41 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classifieds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement GIANT GARAGE SALE 8am to 11.30am Saturday February 23 at 30 Isabella Blvd, Korumburra. Ladies evening dresses, suits, day dresses, pants, etc. Men’s suit jackets, pants, shoes, baby clothes, toys and baby gear, books, luggage, photo frames and lots more. For further information please call Roz on 0418-991352.
With love from John, Annette, Robert, Paul, Tanya, Dione & families. Happy Birthday to Kate McKinnon of Leongatha who turns 10 next Monday, February 26. Collect your party bag from the Star.
Loved aunt of Sheryl, Brian and Tyler Hogan, Ross and Joanne Johnson and family.
births WILLIAMS - Lachi and Katherine. Congratulations to you both on the arrival of Finn Henry, born 6.2.2013, 6lb 6oz. He is just perfect. Another beautiful boy for us to love. Granny and Poppy Williams, Uncle Brenton and Auntie Clare and cousin Hugh, Auntie Caitlin and Uncle Shane, Great Grandma and Grandfather Stubbs.
in memoriam
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deaths CANOBIE - Valma Joyce. Much loved sister and best friend of Joy Johnson.
CANOBIE (nee Bellingham) - Valma Joyce. Of Leongatha. Passed away peacefully at St George’s Hospital, Kew on February 13, 2013 after a short illness. Loving wife of Lewis for 59 years. Loving and loved mother of Wayne, Jan and Wendy. Loved mother-in-law of Andrea, Trevor and Gerald. Wonderful gran of Jason, Hayley, Matt, Jack, Jenna and Kyralee. Loved forever. CANOBIE - Valma. On 13.2.13. Sister of Don and best friend of Marion, Aunty Val to Peter and Lisa, Lani and Mia, Heather and Chris, Lachie and Brodie. You will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by us all including “Bob” the cat. Cherished memories are ours to keep.
CANOBIE - Val. The President, the Board and the Members of Leongatha Golf Club regret the passing of our much loved member Val Canobie. Val had been a member of the club for some forty years and played golf regularly right up to the time until illness prevented her from going on. Val made many major contributions to the development of the club. She was a Committee Member, a devoted member of the Floral Committee for thirty years, and served as a hard working member of the Catering team. Val made a beautiful decorated Christmas cake every year to raffle as a fundraiser for the club. We will miss her gentle manner, her smiling face and good humour, and her devotion to working for the club. Our condolences to her family.
HALLE - Wolfgang Richard (Dick). Passed away peacefully on February 12, 2013 aged 88 years, surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved husband of Shirley (dec). Much loved father and father-inlaw of Barbara (dec) and Ken. Loved grandfather of Karen, Greg and Dan, and great grandfather of Lucy, Heidi, Grace, Macy and Billie. We love you and you will always be in our hearts. HAMS - Kenneth Philip (Porky). April 18, 1948 - February 13, 2013. Passed away suddenly, late of Meeniyan and Fish Creek. Loved husband of Helen, loved father and fatherin-law of Travis and Tracy, Kent and Deb, Bree and Adrian. Poppy of Bailey, Sharli, Tayla, Kaelin, Ella and Kyle. Forever in our hearts. HAMS - (Porky) Ken. The sudden loss of Dad, Poppy, you will be sadly missed for your reliability and controlling ways! There is never a right time to go but how you left us was in the place where only you would have wanted to be. Farewell, miss you already Trav, Tracy, Bailey and Sharli. HAMS - Ken. 18.04.1948 - 13.02.2013 You were the best father, father-in-law and poppy we could ever ask for. Taken way too soon, you will always have a special place in our lives for all the happy times. Love always Kent, Debbie and Tayla.
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deaths HAMS - Ken (Porky, KP). Died doing what you loved, we knew you hated being late but you didn’t give us enough time to join you on this trip. We only wish that we could’ve said goodbye, there will never be a time we stop thinking about you. Love you lots Bree, Adi, Kaelin, Ella and Kyle. HAMS - Ken. Loved brother, brother-inlaw and uncle of Graeme (dec), Maureen, Paul and Craig, and families. We have shared some of life’s ups and downs K.P. Rest in peace. Maureen. Kenneth Philip Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Eileen and Mick (Dorling). Beloved uncle of David, Bec and Kairon, Andrew, Kaz, Skye, Darby and Shane and Robert. Kenneth Philip (Porky) Fond memories can never fade. Loved brother and brotherin-law of Eddie and Marree. Loved Uncle Porky and grand uncle of Kristy, James, Samuel, Olivia, Matthew, Melinda, Edward, Amelia, Narelle, Luke, Abbie and Liam. So long Pork - a trucking legend. Ken Miss going on our trips sitting in the front, Helen in the back, both of us bossing you around, always had the best holidays together. Box will miss the trips in the ute or truck, checking out the cattle. Love always. Net and Box. Bob Words will never be enough to show my appreciation for the life skills you have shown me growing up, taking me and teaching me the ropes around the saleyards, trucks and farm. PS - Beer always tastes better in glass. Blake, Steph, Codie, Bryce and Zarli. Pork Pork Pork Will miss coming to your house and seeing you at the table reading the paper from front to back and knowing all the supermarket specials and the price of petrol. Thanks for our great holiday at Coffs Harbour, we were the lucky ones and will never forget this time. You will always be with us. Love Dino and Blaine. Porky Taken way too soon, thank you for all our holidays in the truck, saleyards or buying poddy calves. We will treasure these times for the rest of our lives. Brad, Sally, Jordan, Laura and Tarni, and Brock, Trina, Froley and Zeb. Hams - Ken So sad the passing of a great mate. I will miss you always. Deepest sympathy to Helen, Travis, Tracy, Bailey, Sharlie, Ken, Debbie and Tayla, Bree, Adrian, Kaelin, Ella and Kyle. Thank you Ken for letting me be a part of your family. Your great mate Kelvin Loader and family.
deaths HAMS - Ken - K.P. - Porky. With love to Hel, Trav, Tracey, Kent, Debbie, Bree, Adi, and all his beautiful grandchildren. The best friend a family could ever have. Always there in good times and bad. All our love, Charlie and Gill, Bec and BJ, Dean and Nicky, Jo and Gus. HAMS - Ken. Deepest sympathy to Helen, Travis, Kent, Bree and families. Love Colin, Kaye Littlejohn and family. LOCKWOOD - Reginald Benjamin Thomas. 06.12.1921 - 14.02.2013 In his 92nd year. Late 2nd RAAF 50120 Passed away peacefully at Lyrebird Village, Drouin. Loving husband of Joan (dec) and Jean. Loved father of Shirley (dec) and Doug, father-in-law of Joy. Loved grandpa of Sherryn, Gary (dec), Narelle, Travis, Tara and Andrea, friend of Elizabeth, Yvette, Glen and Damian. Loved grand poppy to Holly, Ella, Georgia, Fletcher, Taylor, Blake, Mia, Jayden and Tameaka. Reunited with Mum. Thanks to Dr Baldassa and the Lyrebird staff. R.I.P. Pa, 91 years, what an innings! Now out of pain and reunited with my beautiful grandma. What a wonderful Valentine’s Day for you both. xoxo - Andy, Damian, Blake, Jayden and Tameaka. MATHIESON (nee French) - Pam. Passed away peacefully on February 15 at Peninsula Private Hospital. Loved daughter of Barbara and Dereck (dec), loving sister of Sue Rooney and Chris. Loved partner of Dave Berry. One of the FRENCH girls. Gone but never forgotten. MATHIESON - Pam. Dearly loved mum to Tim and David, mother-in-law to Christie and Lucy. Nan Pam and best friend to Jack and Angus, and loving wife to Jim (dec). You were the most wonderful mum, nan and partner anyone could ever wish for. We were so lucky to have you in our lives and your love, values and positive outlook will always be treasured. You have taught us so much and left us all with so many happy memories. You will live on forever in our hearts and minds. MATHIESON - Pam. Passed away peacefully on 15.2.13. Partner to Dave, great friend to Vicky, Alex and Justin. Loving nanna to Scarlett. We will miss your positive attitude and beautiful friendship, you are forever in our hearts. MATHIESON - Pam. The staff at Elders express their sincere condolences to Tim, Christie, David, Lucy, Jack and Angus on the passing of their loving mother/ grandmother Pam. Our thoughts are with you all during this time.
deaths MURPHY - Mark Julian. 19.07.1952 - 17.02.2013 Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Loved husband of Anna Dockendorff and devoted father of Brendan, Gerard and Tim. Friend of Melissa and Anna. Son of Richard and Carmel Murphy, stepson of Monica Murphy (all dec). Much loved brother of Frank, Sharrin, Teresa and Genevieve. Brother-in-law of Flocelle Bergere, Mike Dove, Fred Meeker and Peter Cumming. Uncle of Nicholas, Thomas, Martin and Bernard; Charlie and Julia; Clare, Neva, Bill, Eugenie and Richard; and Ellen, Amy and Lucy. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Leongatha Hospital and the District Nurses of the Gippsland Southern Health Service. Please check State newspapers for funeral details. MURPHY - Mark. Loved nephew, cousin and friend. A determined life. Our thoughts with Anna and the boys - Murphy family, Leongatha North.
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funerals HAMS - The Funeral Service for the late Mr Kenneth Philip (Porky) Hams will be held at the Fish Creek Public Hall on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 1.30pm. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Meeniyan Lawn Cemetery.
LOCKWOOD - The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Mr Reg Lockwood, late of Drouin and formerly of Wantirna South and Dumbalk, will be held at Scots Presbyterian Church, Church Street, Drouin on Wednesday, February 20 at 1.30pm. At the conclusion of the service the cortege will leave for the Drouin Lawn Cemetery. NIELSEN FUNERALS Warragul 5623-2771 MATHIESON - A service to celebrate the life of Pam Mathieson will be held at the Inlet Hotel, 3 The Esplanade, Inverloch on Friday, February 22 at 2pm. Private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ovarian Cancer Australia at the service.
CANOBIE - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs Valma Joyce Canobie will be held at St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Leongatha, on Thursday, February 21, 2013 commencing at 11am. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.
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South Gippsland pennant bowls THE South Gippsland Bowls Division semi finals were played on Saturday at a number of venues through the division. The huge surprise happened in Division 1 with Phillip Island falling to second placed Inverloch. Phillip Island had led the ladder for much of the season, so it only goes to prove that Goliath can be toppled every so often. The results of all divisions were: Division 1 at Loch and District: Inverloch 14-77 d Phillip Island 2-63; Wonthaggi 14-83 d Korumburra 2-59. Division 2 at Leongatha: San Remo 12-73 d Phillip Island 4-66; Inverloch 12-79 d
Corinella 2-73. Division 3 at Meeniyan: Fish Creek 16-102 d Korumburra Gold 0-46; Foster 1475 d Phillip Island 2-67. Division 4 at Lang Lang: Meeniyan 14-84 d San Remo 2-64; Phillip Island 12-89 d Wonthaggi 4-84. Division 5 at Tarwin Lower: Port Welshpool 1487 d Foster 2-68; San Remo 14-87 d Fish Creek 2-72. Next week sees the preliminary finals played, with games as follows: Division 1 (Inverloch Bowling Club) Phillip Island v Wonthaggi. Division 2 (Wonthaggi Bowls Club) Phillip Island v Inverloch. Division 3 (Meeniyan Bowling Club) Korumburra Gold v Foster. Division 4 (Corinella Bowling Club) San Remo v Phillip
Leongatha basketball teams Under 14 Boys
Under 10/12 Girls
Coach - Glenn Bainbridge, Sam Bainbridge, Connor Krohn, Tom Martin, Ethan Lavis, Alfie Herbert, Rhys Lindsay. Coach - Butch McGannon, Sam McGannon, Josh Haywood, Ryan Haywood, Jayden Battersby, Hamish Beecroft, James Ryan. Coach - Lucas Byrnes, Zayn Clark, Eldon Westaway, Jacob Lamers, Jye Gourlay, Jack Hume, Kye Casbolt. Coach - Rick Coleman, Cam Olden, Harrison Cumming, Mitchell Buckland, Ben Cantwell, Tyler Bentick, Riley Coleman. Coach - unassigned, Tim Bolwer, Hamish Fisher, Zaidyn Kemp, Ben Kewming, Mason McGannon, Adrian Ballagh. Coach - unassigned, Jack Stockdale, James Rowley, Ben Chisholm, Oscar Harry, Dylan Clark, Johan Ball, Kyle Skinner.
Coach - Melissa Hume, Zoe Turner, Sidnee Martin, Phoebe Davidson, Holly, Proudlock, Hayley Proudlock, Lily Hume. Coach - Darryl Lyons, Ella Lyons, Gemma Drysdale, Chelsea Geary, Kealie Oliver, Ally Oliver, Stacey Giliam. Coach - Tom Ryan, Kaityln Funnell, Ashley Geary, Jess Geary, Milla Fixter, Lara Ryan, Acaisha Battersby. Coach - Lynette Johnstone, Brooke Johnstone, Gemma Stanfield, Isla Hickey, Chloe Nielsen, Ashley Challis, Georgia Challis. Coach – Kara Schelling, Keely Price, Katie Calder, Lilly Walker, Laura Brennan, Jamie Findlay, Dakota Kemp. Coach - Bree Littlejohn, Chloe Brown, Brylie Dyer, Jess Fowkes, Ella Littlejohn, Macey Hastings, Shelby Hastings.
Under 12 Boys
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crossword solutions CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8365 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Coarse fabric. 8, Bowled (bold). 9, H-O-Ward. 10, Se-G-men-t. 12, M-O-use. 15, Us-in-(ni)g(ht). 16, In store. 18, Entail (anag.). 20, W-all-et. 22, Drinking song. Down - 1, Col-one-L-s. 2, Or-Al. 3, P-end-ant. 4, Bat-he. 5, Drawn out. 6, Scar. 11, Mandarin. 13, Surgeons. 14, Know-ing. 17, F-l-ake. 19, Nods. 21, Lash. QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8365 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Intermediary. 8, Dollar. 9, Galaxy. 10, Netball. 12, Snoop. 15, Stare. 16, Forever. 18, Saluki. 20, Reject. 22, Hydrogen bomb. Down - 1, Innocent. 2, Veal. 3, Emerald. 4, Adage. 5, Parlance. 6, Lynx. 11, Burgundy. 13, Overcome. 14, Journey. 17, Minor. 19, Ache. 21, Jibe.
Island. Division 5 (Korumburra Bowling Club) Foster v San Remo. My ‘kiss of death’ tips for all divisions next week are: Division 1 - Phillip Island will be too strong for Wonthaggi and will win by nine shots. Division 2 - Inverloch in a narrow one over Phillip Island, winning by five shots. Division 3 - Korumburra Gold to bounce back with a solid win over Foster and win by 28 shots. Division 4 - San Remo to also bounce back and win by 15 shots over Phillip Island. Division 5 - Foster will prove too good and win comfortably by 18 shots. Good bowling to all those teams still in the finals’ race.
Coach - Kathy Materia, Flynn Materia, Dylan Hanily, Reegan Kemp, Riley Drysdale, Alex Battersby, Jasper Dennison. Coach - Al Fixter, Noah Fixter, Darcy Hume, Ryan Giliam, Matt Fowkes, Mitchell McGrath, Jacob Friend. Coach - Bree Littlejohn, Kaelin Littlejohn, Jacob Wrigley, Jack Fisher, Ethan Lamers, Andrew Van Hammond, Josh Wright. Coach - Mel Cannata, Lucas Cannata, Haidyn Kewming, Wade Oliver, Sullivan Herbert, Colby Michael, Rory Hanks. Coach - Jodie Jans, Charles Russell, Noah Clark, Cambell Risely, Kaleb Jans, Levi Hickey, Callum Buckland. Coach - Nick Summers, Kyle Brown, Ned Hanily, Sean Coleman, Sam Cross, Jay Lindsay.
Under 10 Boys Coach - Bub Clark, Ben Hanrahan, Xavier Bolger, Jett Clark, Joshua Smith, Harrisen Herbert. Coach - Garry Roughead, Thomas Hanily, Hudson Martin, Max Hastings, Liam Nielsen, Ryan Sturtevant. Coach - Paula Holt, Jesse Burns, Patrick Johnston, Tyler Richards, Nash Jefferies, William Hannon, Jude Fixter. Coach - Tanya Weaver, Mitchell McGannon, Rhys Weaver, Samuel Carmody, Josh Allen, Luke Marshman. We are unable to publish the following teams as the committee are still trying to finalise teams for U14 and U17 girls and U17 boys. Please check the website for team lists at www.leongathabasketball.com and understand that any team may change due to number fluctuations.
Allambee Mirboo & District tennis A HOT day for tennis, five of the results were 5/4. I thought how good, players thought how hot. Baromi won by two games, and two tie-breakers Koony’s way gave them an extra set. Lucky Strings did well to win three sets against top team Smokin Aces. Leongatha North are back in the four with the win against Korumburra. Next week is the last round, this will decide fourth position. Only three points out Lucky Strings will have to win well to take the position from Leongatha North. In A Reserve, Outtrim Maroon won well against Mardan. This match played at Outtrim would have the trees for shade, but was very warm. Baromi and Hallston the game of the season, five tiebreakers, three to Baromi, two Hallston’s way. The match ended level on games, Baromi won 5/4. Koony won the game against Gold, the top two
teams for most of the season. All looks good for the finals in a couple of weeks. Leongatha were 10 game winners over Korumburra. Korumburra won two sets. Close matches in B Grade, Leongatha North won two tiebreakers and lost a 7/5. Mardan were winners by four games, five sets to Leongatha North. Baromi won by nine games. Leongatha were very competitive. Both matches were very close. Well played. Leongatha Tennis Club has organised an afternoon and evening for the final round of tennis. Matches will start at 12 noon as usual. First games B Grade, A Reserve, A Grade. Teams have been told the game play schedule. Then at 4pm an A Reserve game. The final match starts at 4.30. A barbecue will be available, and raffles. Allambee Mirboo and District Tennis Association are pleased to help promote the idea. All teams are welcome to call by and enjoy the atmosphere.
Results
A Grade: Baromi 4.57 d Koonwarra 5.55, Smokin Aces 6.60 d Lucky Strings 3.41, Leongatha North 7.69 d Korumburra 2.35. A Reserve: Baromi 5.52 d Hallston 4.52, Outtrim Maroon 6.46 d Mardan 3.29, Koonwarra 5.46 d Outtrim Gold 4.34, Leongatha 7.49 d Korumburra 2.39, Berrys Creek - bye. B Grade: Mardan 4.47 d Leongatha North 5.43, Baromi 5.47 d Leongatha 4.38.
Ladders A Grade Smokin Aces.......................141.5 Koonwarra .........................102.5 Baromi ..................................96.5 Leongatha North .................85.5 Lucky Strings ........................82.5 Korumburra ...........................19.5 A Reserve Koonwarra ......................... 118.0 Outtrim Gold ..................... 112.0 Baromi ................................ 110.5 Hallston ..............................102.0 Leongatha..............................83.5 Mardan ..................................79.5 Outtrim Maroon......................73.5 Berrys Creek .........................61.5 Korumburra ...........................48.0 B Grade Baromi ................................ 117.5 Leongatha ............................94.5 Mardan.................................74.5 Leongatha North .................41.5
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MN Primary hits the pool THE sun was shining for the Mirboo North Primary School swimming sports on Friday, with everyone jumping at the chance to get in the pool. The yellow house, Clarke, took out the sports in what was a great day. The highlight of the day came from Grade 4 student Lily Maxwell, who broke three records, taking home a number of first place ribbons.
Left, Lily Maxwell: the pocket rocket broke three records at the Mirboo North Primary School Swimming Sports.
Swimmers make a splash SPIRITS were high at the Korumburra Secondary College Swimming Sports on Tuesday, with students lining the pool’s edge to cheer on their peers. Crazy dress ups were on display and team colours were proudly worn. The much anticipated race against the teachers was once again a cracker to watch, with some close legs. McDonald house took out the cup with great efforts all round from the team.
Left, Safety first: Jack Ellams wasn’t going to sink when competing in the Korumburra Secondary College swimming sports.
Ready to race: Alex Petty, Alexander Duncan, Taj Wilkings and Beau Peters were ready to give it their all in the pool.
Combined schools hold sports THE Combined Registered Schools made up of St Joseph’s, Korumburra, St Laurence’s Leongatha and the South Coast Christian College held swimming sports last Friday at the Korumburra pool. Conditions
were
ideal with some great performances meaning a number of swimmers will compete at division level this Thursday at Korumburra. Results from St Laurence’s swimmers: Age champions 9 years: Tait Cumming and Georgia Burns. 10 years: Mav Matheson and Merrin Giles.
11 years: Tom Fitzgerald/Charlie Adkins and Rachel Chalmers. 12 years: Nic Matheson and Luca Riseley. Carmel Kennedy Individual Medley Medallion: Nic Matheson and Tahlia Jones. House results Red: 660 points, Blue 618 points, Gold 555 points.
About to swim: lining up for their swim are the following boys, from left, Paul and Nick from South Coast Christian College and Jack, Elii and Mitchell from St Laurence’s, Leongatha.
Cheering: senior students Bianca Lomagno, Lucas Baido, Jemma Ellams and Blake Cosson were getting everyone to take part in the Korumburra Secondary College swimming sports.
South Gippsland Bridge Club Results
Age champions: age champions in the pool, back, from left, were Nick McKenzie, Alex Walker, Cam Trewin, Bailey Nichol, Zach Walker, Liam McCall, front, Grace McLean, Alana Hanegraaff, Katie Cameron, Madeline Lancey, Jacquie Snooks and Anne-Marie Flemming.
Meeniyan – Monday evening: 1st Susan Ruffin, Clive Hope. 2nd John Cocking, Kathy Dowd. 3rd June Metcalf, Colin Cameron. Tarwin Lower – Tuesday Afternoon: 1st Alan Johnston, John Sullivan. 2nd Kathryn Smith, Colin Cameron. 3rd Anne Gibson, Althea Drew. 4th Jean Barbour, Clive Hope. 5th Sally Hoskins, Dorothea Green. 6th Jack Kuiper, John Sutton. Inverloch– Friday afternoon: North/South: 1st Jack Kuiper, Jean Barbour. 2nd Frank Arndt, Clive Hope. 3rd Arendina Drury, Greg Nicholson. East/West: 1st Vivian Westaway, Maureen Stiles. 2nd Colleen Bourke, Debbie Anglim. 3rd John Sullivan, Alan Johnston.
Go ’Burra: students from St Joseph’s Korumburra’s Red house watch the action last Friday, from left, Lachlan, Shelley, Kristen and Tarek.
Korumburra volleyball Results Round 1 A Grade: Pirates d Giants (2:1) 25:16, 15:25, 25:12, 9:6. Bugs d Golliwogs (2:0) 25:10, 25:21, 21:20. Warriors d Champions (3:0) 25:14, 25:20, 24:16. B Grade: Shark Bait d M.G. Holy Cows (2:1) 14:25, 25:18, 25:18, 10:6. HELP d Chargers (3:0) 25:11, 25:17, 25:15.
Junior pennant golf
Results - February 17 played at Wonthaggi Golf Club: Phillip Island 3 d Korumburra 2, Wonthaggi 5 d Meeniyan 0.
Ladder Wonthaggi ............... 13 Phillip Island............. 9 Korumburra ............. 8 Meeniyan................... 1
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THERE are golfers who enjoy par events as can be seen by some very good scores. A Grade was a torrid affair, with John Feddersen and Jeremy Westaway best with +4. John got the verdict but Jeremy should also be congratulated on his superb sub-par round of 68. Another countback was needed in C Grade to separate Noel Baker and Ross McRobert, with Noel coming out on top. Club treasurer Phillipe Du Plessis took B Grade with a handy +3 score. John Feddersen won pro-pin, and nearest the pin on 16 went to Chris Leaver. Ball winners: J. Westaway +4, C. Hams, R. McRobert +2; R. Williams, T. McCarthy +1; B. Attwood, R. Merton, B. Hutton, N. Johnson sq; P. Walsh, N. Gillin, F. Gill, H. Seddelies, M. Stubbs, G. McRitchie -1; C. Leaver -2. Tuesday The ambrose pairs event proved to be a cakewalk for two of our most talented
Meeniyan SATURDAY’S singles stableford, kindly sponsored by Mitre 10, was played on a warm and windy day.
The A Grade winner was G. Revell (8) with 36 points and runner-up J. Wilson (14) with 32 points. The B Grade winner was J. Cusack (27) with 38 points and runner-up D. Baggallay (29) with 37 points. Down the line balls went to L. Hemphill, R. Evans, W. Reilly and R. Hannay. Nearest the pin was F. Stalker and R. Hannay took out the pro pin. The members draw was not won by the absent M. Van Boven. Tuesday’s event was won by D. Gregg (22) with 35 points and balls down the line went to W. Reilly, O. Vandervorm and R. Evans. Best 9 was L. Hemphill
golfers, Michael Thomas playing off scratch and Nic Cairns on three had a combined handicap of 0.75, but that was no obstacle. Playing like pros, they rolled in nine birdies for a net score of 60.25. Joe Lowell and Jon Smith were nearest the pin winners and balls went to: M. du Buisson - C. Rangitonga 63½, J. Eabry - R. Burton 65½, B. Borg - G. McDonald 65½. The serious golf events are coming up soon with board events, pennant and club championships all approaching. Saturday brings the qualifying round of the A.E. Edney fourball. The R. and M. Hodges mixed stableford board event will be played on Sunday. The ‘grab a lefty’ day ambrose is on this Thursday sponsored by the Dandenong Club, and the field is practically full already. The greens will be cored on Monday, February 25 and all volunteers will be most welcome to assist on that day. with 19 and nearest the pin went to J. Cusack. R. Evans (31) won Thursday’s event with 39 points and balls went to I. Warman and L. Hemphill. Best 9 was D. Gregg and nearest the pin was L. Hemphill. Twilight golf, on Friday, attracted 29 players. Men’s winner, with 22 points, was T. Palmer and the ladies’, with 18 points, was L. Hart. Raffle winner was J. Dutton. The Kelvin Johns Bi Rite golf day is scheduled for Monday, February 25. This event has ladies’ and men’s 4BBB with great prizes. For more information, or booking in, please ring Irene on 5663 6253 or the club on 5664 7490. Members are encouraged to check the notice board as a number of coming events will require volunteers to assist. Please add your name if you can help out.
Woorayl
Woorayl ladies
A four ball was Saturday’s event sponsored by Troy Williams. The winners were Kev Riseley and Tom Ryan with 46 points from Brian Wilson and Jim Baum with 45 points.
THE February monthly medal was played last Wednesday, sponsored by Buzz Hair Studio and the winner was Anne Grist (18) with a great 68 net.
Balls going to G. McKinnon, B. Robsant, B&G Fitzpatrick, G. Blew, N. McKenzie, D. Clemann and D. Van Der Vorm. The ladies event went to Margaret Tuckett with 38 points and a ball to Maxine Eabry. On Sunday we held the Forrester plate which went to Dean and Danny Dwyer, and Michael Grist with 114 points, A Grade going to Dean Dwyer, B to Kev Riseley and C to Neville McKenzie. Nearest the pin went to Greg Fennell and Glen Fitzpatrick and R. Cook eagled the 12th.
Wonthaggi ON yet another perfect Saturday we played a stableford event which attracted 92 players. A Grade winner J. Wintle 39, B Grade R. Walker 42, C Grade P. Evans 41. Balls down the line: A. Ireland 40, J. Walsh 39, B. Skinner, C. Pallant, F. Demench, I. Sullivan, C. Jeeves 38; S. Laing, D. Paproth, M. Foster, J. Stewart, B. Howard, J. Burke, A. Wright 37. Nearest the pins: 2nd P. Brusamarello, 8th G. Linguey, 13th D. Dye, 17th P. Dell. Eagle 1st hole P. Davies. All interested pennant players must have their names on the sheet in the Pro Shop
Meeniyan ladies
THE summer competition was won by Nancy Hammet. Thirty-two players took to the field for the opening day with many new ladies whom we all welcomed. We played Canadian Foursomes, it was a fun day. The sponsor was Lyn Jennison.
Lang Lang golf record pro-am The Lang Lang Golf Club’s 15th annual pro-am event, has attracted a record field.
There will be over 50 top professionals, from around Australia and New Zealand, and 150 amateurs. The major tournament will be held on Thursday, February 28. Its main sponsor, Origin Energy, has donated a $10,000 purse. Pros will play stroke, and others the stableford format. Shotgun starts will apply, at
7.30am, and 12.30pm. The event, to which spectators are welcome, always attracts a quality field. That means the course’s best mark is constantly threatened. It stands at a brilliant 61, an incredible nine under, for the par-70 layout. Set by seasoned Melbourne pro Scott Laycock, at the 2011 pro-am, that total could defy the odds. Although not long, Lang Lang is tight and tricky. Danger lurks on every hole, for they are guarded by thick trees and bushes: errant shots
Pro-am event coming: Lang Lang Golf Club manager, Jean-Paul Haigh, is flanked by tournament director, Peter Cooke (left) and Jim Hedrick, club captain.
are severely punished. The course is in peak condition, a credit to its superintendent Mark Tellow and his assistant Cal Greg. Tournament director, Peter Cooke, predicts another fine event: his only concern is the weather. Last year’s day was hampered by heavy rain. Happily, next week’s longrange forecast is for fine, mild conditions, perfect for golf. Mr Cooke, a quality player, thanked everyone involved in preparing the event. They are led by the sponsors, club staff and volunteers. Mr Cooke said: “The proam is our annual highlight. “It has grown impressively over the years, to become one of the best in regional Victoria. “We invite the public, for whom entry is free, to see this game at its best.” Pros will play for the main purse, and a novelty contest on the par-three ninth hole: each will hit two shots into that green, with the winner receiving $500. There will be valuable trophies and other prizes for amateurs, as well as nearestthe-pins on several holes. The clubhouse and bar, serving refreshments and food, will be open all day. Further details are available by phoning the club on (03) 5659 6284.
This also won A Grade for Anne, B Grade winner was Laurel Cox (27) with 73 net and C Grade was won by Lyn Burchell (45) with 73 net. Balls down the line went to Sue Wakefield, Marg Higgins, Dot Jarvis, Shirley Thomas and Min Dwyer. The putting was won by Anne Grist on a countback from Sue with 28 putts. Nearest the pin on the 8th was Thel Scoble, on the 11th was Anne Grist and on the 17th was Sue Wakefield. Next week Shan’s will sponsor a stableford round. by Saturday as teams will be selected on Sunday. The greens have now been cored so be patient for the next two to three weeks while they recover. The fourball knockout draw will be in the Pro Shop by Saturday for the fortunate 16 pairs who have qualified. The four members who went to Adelaide have returned safely and I heard two of them came home with a lot less money, courtesy of the strip clubs’ proximity to their motel. No names can be mentioned at this stage. I trust you all have a great week, stay cool and I will see you on Saturday for a par event.
Winners of the day were Veronica Park and Rita Wells 79.5 net Runners up Fay Smallman and Chris McLean 80 net Down the line went to Jan Roberts and Betty Standfield 80.125 net, Nereda Scholte and Marg Roe 83.875 net, Sue Hoskin and Cheryl White 83.75 net and Kristen Elliott and Chris Oliver 85.25 net.
Golf classic a hit SOUTH Gippsland’s Golf Classic was once again a success. The nine day event welcomed visitors from all over Victoria as well as many interstate players who enjoyed what our lovely local courses had to offer. The 36 hole South Gippsland Classic champion this year is Tom Traill from Mirboo North Golf Club with a total of 156. For the ladies the winner was Heather Harley from Karingal Golf Club with a total of 164.
Tom also took out the R. Durran Memorial Marathon trophy while Pat Shepherd from the Darwin Golf Club took out the women’s equivalent. Tournament Secretary of 24 years Nancy Parry was presented with Life Membership of the South Gippsland Golf Classic. The committee would like to thank all the sponsors and congratulate all the local clubs for their support of the event.
On the course: John Eddy of Yea, Mal Payne of Boolarra, Bob Garlic of Bendigo and Phil Garlic of Mirboo North stop in a shady spot on the Leongatha Golf Course as part of the classic on Friday.
Leongatha ladies TEN ladies contested the par event on Saturday with Marg Griffiths leading the pack with the fine result of (29) square. Down the line went to Wendy Parker (11) -2 and Marilyn Williams (18) -5 countback. Sharon Dalton won Nearest the pin.
Foster STILL no rain and the veterans love it. Tuesday had veteran Bill Fuller (29) show the benefits of his recent lesson to shoot 42 points to win from David Court (25) on 39 points. Thursday veteran Chris Foulds (22) played steady golf to record a win with 36 points from John Stone (23) and Neil Chandler (19) both on 34 points. Nearest the pin was John Stone. Super Veteran Isobel Dean (41) showed she still has what it takes and shot 19 points to take the chook on Friday. Down the line balls went to Don Cripps 19 points and Dean Walker 18 points. nearest the pin was Tony Vanin. Saturday the South Gippsland Classic was played at Foster. It was a very successful day with good weather and a big field. Some of the better scores from local players were Ray Stewart 82-14-68, Robert Fulton 81-11-70, Chris Bailey 74-4-70, Tim Anderson 74-3-71, Peter Dight 75-4-71 and Paul Robertson 79-8-71. Mixed Knockout Qualifying Day is this Sunday. The draw was done some time ago for partners for the mixed knockout – it is on the noticeboard. There is a different format for the knockout event this year. The pairs are asked to play in the mixed event this Sunday, February 24. The top eight pairs will qualify to playoff in the match play section of the knockout trophy. Thus it is very important that pairs organise to be there this Sunday. Please get there by 10.30 am for an 11 am hitoff. Peter Wright was not present to pick up the $300 members cash draw – the draw will be $350 this week. You need to be in the clubhouse between 7 – 8 pm to be eligible to win.
Korumburra
ON Saturday, February 16, a two man ambrose guest day was played sponsored by Noel Ladgrove and the CCR was 70. Member / guest: T. O’Neill 1, Josh Hopkins 36, 59¾; runner-up N. Perks, B. Hill 62; G. Wilson, B. Wilson 62¼. Member / member: I. Cash 14, R. Johnson 89, 58½; B. Pope, K. Pope 60¾; B. Thomson, C. Clasby 61½; G. Cosgriff, S. Webster 62; T. Marotti, L. Sharp 62. Nearest the pin: 1st P. Hornibrook, 7th G. Jones, 10th P. Alger, 13th R. Ludenia. Tuesday’s winner was R. Hamill 44 pts. Thursday’s winner K. Bronsema 40 pts. Notices: Pennant, championships, SGDGA.
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
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TUESDAY February 12 saw round three of the business bowls in action with competition very keen. The ladder after round two shows the top ten, however this will have altered after round 3. On top tradies, followed by tennis club, PAC shire 1, Layers, Nesci’s, A.W Smith (2) M.G, Bi-Rite and Silver.Round four will take place on Tuesday evening February 19. Wednesday February 13 saw the mid week mixed social bowls in action with the winners being E. Thompson (s) with B. Harry and Joy Love with three wins plus 27 while the runners-up were F. Filomeno (s) with M. Carnell and J. O’Connor on two wins plus 18. Saturday February 16 saw Leogatha bowls club host the Division 2 mens pennant finals which saw Phillip Island play San Remo and San Remo taking the points, while Inverloch played Corinella with Inverloch being the victors. Sunday February 17 saw the Leongatha club host the regional finals of the Strzelecki region state championships. Readers will be aware that this event started on Sunday
thestar.com.au February 19 also hosted by our club. I have been advised by the president of the South Gippsland Bowls Division Inc that results will be made available to the press for all the events held. Sunday 17 saw 12 events take place, six mens and six ladies and the winners I understand will go into the state finals to be held at Bendigo April 10 to the 17th. The club wishes the various winners the very best for Bendigo. The president of the South Gippsland Bowls Division Inc indicated that the greens, facilities and catering at Leongatha were excellent and a credit to the club and members and thanked Leongatha bowls club for all the effort that made the events such a success. Sunday February 24 will see the club’s open pairs. There is still room for more entries so if your club would like to be entered please contact the tournament secretary Glenda Trotman 5662 3439. Also the club’s monster raffle will be drawn at lunch time during the tournament. Until the next report, good bowling - Jackhigh.
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Korumburra Parlor bowls KORUMBURRA parlor bowlers gave a warm welcome to Mr Ron Holt, the Hallston, Mt Eccles and Wild Dog Valley Fire Brigade captain. On invitation, on behalf of the fire brigade, Ron had joined the bowlers on Thursday evening to receive a donation of $250 to help update its radio equipment. He expressed his gratitude to the club and then accepted an offer to join in a team to try his hand at bowls. Round 3 games proved to an interesting mixture. Top teams, VRI and Battlers, played. VRI had had two weeks of stunning victories but met their match in Battlers. Battlers’ steady bowling took its toll on VRI who fell behind early. They did pick up by the 16th end when Battlers rolled five bowls off the mat and VRI tried to pounce. But a steady bowl from Arc Gammaldi saved three shots and on the turn-around end Battlers took four back and kept in front throughout the final ends. Once again, Sicilians found themselves in a nail-biting game with the teams being even in scores four times during the match. Kookaburras looked the winners on the penultimate end, going into the last one shot ahead after scoring three of the final four ends. But Sicilians’ previous two close games held them in good stead as they held on to score three final shots, winning by two. It was a disappointing end for Kookaburras who are searching for their first victory of the season, but a good effort from all players. On paper, the third game looked one-sided with The Burra and their enthusiastic new players against Pretenders, grand finalists for the last four seasons. In reality, that’s how the game played out, with Pretenders being too steady and bowling more precisely than The Burra. On the bright side, The Burra did manage to hold Pretenders to scoring only ones or twos as well as improve their own scoring rate when compared to last year. The Burra’s new players showed marked improvement
in their bowling skills and, despite being beaten, should be pleased with their efforts. Final scores: Battlers 24 d VRI 18, Pretenders 24 d The Burra 14, Sicilians 20 d Kookaburras 18, Kardella – bye. On Monday many of the holidaying bias bowlers returned and all welcomed new bowler, Nella Lomagno for her first game of bias bowls. Nella quickly picked up the game and she, together with George Bentley and Charlie Tumino won their three games 9-5, 12-3, 10-1. Their direct and well-drawn bowls made the other teams look second-rate even though there were no three game losers.
Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, February 13: Bowling at Buffalo in earnest this week with four teams of six bowl triples. Joyce and Joe are looking refreshed from their recent holiday, and it’s nice to have Graeme back for a roll. Rod, Carolyn and Peter combined well in their first game for a 12-1 win over Charlie, Graeme and Joe while Toni, Joyce and Ian had a win from Bill and May 9-6. Winners swapped mats and Ian led his team for a 12-6 win over Joe, and on the other mat a close tussle ensued between Rod’s team and Bill/Mary. A full score of six on fourth end to Rod for a 9-1 lead, only to see Bill with a six on the next end to be back in the game and eventual winner 13-12. Indecision about who was to play on which mat saw Ian swing them diagonally for a different outlook. Toni a win 12-8 from Rod, and Bill a win 12-4 over Charlie. The strongest team was Charlie Tumino (s), Graeme Tobias and Joe Occhipinti (LLL) seven ends. Next Rod McConchie (s), Carolyn Benson and Peter Heldens (WLL) 14 ends. Then Bill Wolswinkel (s) and Mary Tumino (LWW) 13 ends. Winners for the night, Toni Helden (s), Joyce Occhipinti and Ian Benson (WWW) 14 ends. Lucky ticket: prizes for all. All welcome at Buffalo Wednesdays 7.30 for a great time.
Medley winners: winners of the Bass Coast Medley held on Sunday at the Inverloch Bowling Club were the Mordialloc team of Paul Van Der Byl (Skip), William Soulsby, Maurie Harley and Graeme Dickenson with six wins and 101 points. They also won this event in 2012. Meeniyan bowls
OUR two nights of corporate bowls have one more week to go before the finals. Tuesday, February 12 winners were Espy and Mudslides. The top teams in this section are Robo, Espy, Mudslides, Windmill Ag 2, Puppies and MGC. Wednesday, February 13 winners were Dumbalk North and MacAttack. Top teams are Dumbalk North, Mavericks, Robo and MacAttack. Social bowls winners over the past two weeks have been Annie Maruzza and Doreen Meikle (both twice) and Jim Murray. Annie has also won the lucky draw twice along with Avril VanWamel. Saturday was semi finals day with Meeniyan hosting the Division Three matches. Division four travelled to Lang Lang and played in the first semi final against San Remo. Before the break it was a very tight game with the scores very even, but Meeniyan managed to get on top in the latter part of the game, winning 84 shots to 64. Next week they await the result of the preliminary final between San Remo and Phillip Island.
Inverloch bowls WEDNESDAY was our Monthly Triples day and thank you to our sponsors Ross Chapman Cartage and Earthmoving. It was a very well attended day with the winners on 45 points, Nellie Martin, Bev Kurrle and Janis Park. Runners-up on 43 points were Jaye Allan-Dale, Lois Luby and Carol Waters. Best last game Robyn Griffiths, Mavis Cridge and Heather Marshall. Kaylene Chapman representing our sponsors, presented lovely necklaces to Judith Moule, Joan Clark and Chris Gillman.
Ivy Sheppard, Maureen Paynting and Yvonne Kee also received necklaces for their winning effort. Raffle winners were Pam Sutcliffe, Marg Flett, Nell Van Grunsven, Chris Gillman, Laurel Lee and Sue O’Connell. A very special lady Pat Stoneham was presented with her Super Vets badge on this day. Joy Hargreaves presented the badge after Elaine Miller gave a wonderful story highlighting many of the incredible achievements and contributions since Pat joined in 1988. Thank you Pat for all your hard work for the club and we hope you continue to enjoy bowling with your old bowls.
Triple winners: Bev Kurrle, Nellie Martin and Janis Parks were winners of the Inverloch Monthly Triples.
Stars look to season THE South Coast Stars Soccer Club is gearing up for another exciting year in 2013. Last year saw them introduce senior Women’s and Men’s teams and were voted South Gippsland League, Club of the Year. They plan to continue to grow, adding an Under 13s team to complement their other three junior teams. The Stars are holding a family registration day on Sunday, February 24 from 10am to 12 noon at the Inverloch Recreation Reserve. President Gene Parini encourages anyone to come along, “It will be a great opportunity to come and have a casual kick, meet other members and get information about the season ahead.” Anyone keen to be part of the new Under 13s team
is encouraged to make contact with the club. Children born in 2000 and 2001 are eligible for this age group with females allowed to play two years down, meaning girls 15 years old and younger are eligible. The Gippsland Soccer League season commences in mid-April but the senior teams have already started training at Thompson Reserve, Inverloch. There are still opportunities to join the senior teams, anyone interested in training to see how it all works is welcome to attend. Senior Women’s coach, Leonie Gilbert urges any females wanting to try out to come along on Wednesday nights from 5.30pm: “They’re a great bunch to coach. We have varied levels of age and experience. For many of the players, last year was the first time they ever played, so it’s
never too late to have a go. Our focus is on skill development whilst having fun, and in our first year the improvement was incredible.” The Stars are busy off the pitch as well. They have teamed up with the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club and Inlet Hotel to run the Surf and Stars Gala Night which will be held at the picturesque Glade in Inverloch on Friday, March 15. The fundraiser is to directly assist the club with the drainage project at Thompson Reserve. For tickets please contact Mark Donohue on 0418 530 675. For more information about the registration and come and try day or to contact the club email soccer@ southcoaststars.com.au or call Gene on 0428 358 335. More club information can be found at www.southcoaststars.com.au
Tight team: the South Coast Stars Soccer Club women’s side are encouraging juniors to come and try.
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Eight year record falls LEONGATHA Little Athletic Club’s unbroken run of fine weather conditions and great competitive spirit from all members continued last Saturday.
It was clear from the performances on display that many athletes are beginning to peak after four months of competition, just in time for next weekend’s Gippsland Country Region Junior Carnival (Under 6-8) and Gippsland Country Region Track and Field Championships (Under 9-15) at Newborough. Before then, the club will hold a special twilight meeting this Thursday evening, February 21, at the velodrome oval, starting at 5.30pm sharp. Ella Snell broke a long-standing eightyear-old centre record in the Under 8 Girls shotput on Saturday with a throw beyond 5m, and backed that up with a personal best time in the 50m and 70m sprints. And no less than seven competitors achieved four PBs each on the day, namely Bodhi Abernethy (U7), Nathan Occipinti (U7), Hannah Kleeven (U8), Malachi Ashley (U9), Holly Hughes (U10), Jocelin Ashley (U11) and Sienna Falkingham (U12), from a total 148 PBs across all age groups. The PBs recorded last weekend were as follows: Under 6 Boys C Richards 70m. Under 6 Girls A Snell long jump. Under 7 Boys X Bolge javelin, long jump; B Abernethy 400m, long jump, 70m,
javelin; T Roberts long jump; B Soumilas 400m, long jump; F Dunn 400m, long jump; J Fixter javelin; N Occipinti 70m, 400m, javelin, long jump. Under 7 Girls S Cruikshank 70m, long jump; E Allen long jump, javelin; M Herbert 70m, javelin; N Wright 70m, javelin; E O’Neill 70m, 400m; P Thompson javelin. Under 8 Boys E Colwill shotput; H Herbert triple jump; R Reardon 70m; D Abernethy triple jump, shotput, 50m; Jacob McRae 50m; H Barnes shotput, triple jump; M Bath triple jump, shotput. Under 8 Girls M Kenzie 50m, 70m, shotput; L Bevis shotput; J Bevis 50m, 70m; N Crimp triple jump, shotput; C Nesci 70m, shotput; C Caithness 70m; E Snell shotput, 50m, 70m; T-B Matheson shotput; H Kleeven 50m, 70m, triple jump, shotput. Under 9 Boys H Sheedy long jump, 70m; L Vanderzalm long jump; M Ashley long jump, 100m, 70m, 50m. Under 9 Girls A Ritchie javelin; M Stothart 70m, long jump; E Trease 100m, long jump; E Cornell 70m, 100m, javelin. Under 10 Boys C Riseley 70m; J Soumilas discus; N Fixter discus. Under 10 Girls C Allen discus; A Crimp high jump, discus; M Giles discus, 50m, high jump; L Walker discus, 70m; E Bath 70m, 800m, high jump; H Hughes 800m, discus, 50m, 70m. Under 11 Boys A Ritchie 800m, discus; Luke Stothart discus.
Under 11 Girls M Cruickshank high jump; L Edmondson discus; B Johnson discus; E Lyons discus; C Standfield discus; M Birrell 300m hurdles, 70m, discus; E James 800m, discus; A Mancarella 70m, 300m hurdles, 50m; C Martin high jump, 800m, 70m; K McJames-Court 70m, 50m; J Ashley high jump, discus, 70m, 800m. Under 12 Boys S Kennedy high jump, 800m, 300m hurdles; J Burgess-Pincini discus, 70m, high jump; N Matheson 70m; A Hendrikse high jump, discus; A Box 800m, discus, 300m hurdles. Under 12 Girls S Falkingham long jump, javelin, 800m, hurdles; S Allen 300m hurdles; R Martin 300m hurdles, javelin, long jump; H Wright 300m, hurdles, long jump; J Caithness 70m. Under 13 Boys E Bath shotput. Under 13 Girls A Wrigley shotput, 70m; J McJames-Court triple jump, shotput. Under 14 Boys J Norton shotput, 70m; A Miller shotput.
Sizing it up: U10G Autumn Crimp looks ahead to where she is about to hurl the discus.
Five records fall
Wonthaggi athletes performed well this week, with five club records falling.
Mathew Nicholson U9 Boys and Nicola Slade U10 Girls broke the 1100m walk records for their respective age groups. Patrick Ryan U11 Boys broke the high jump record which was previously held by his elder brother Declan. Blythe Page broke the U12 Boys 1500m walk record and Declan Ryan broke the U14 Boys High Jump record. Keegan Page U9 Boys also achieved five out of five PBs for the morning. The next meet is a twilight competition on Wednesday, February 20 at 5.15pm. Please be prompt. The club wishes good luck to all those athletes competing at the regionals next weekend. There is no meet in Wonthaggi on Saturday due to the regional competition. Results U6 Boy 100 metre sprint Sonny McMillan 20.84, 200 metre sprint Sonny McMillan 47.30, 70 metre sprint Sonny McMillan 13.73, discus Sonny McMillan 6.96, high jump Hayden Schmidt 0.55. U6 Girl 100 metre sprint Ella Smith 23.46, 200 metre sprint Gabby Neal 54.60, 70 metre sprint Gabby Neal 15.58, discus Ella Smith 3.84, high jump Ella Smith 0.60. U7 Boy 100 metre sprint Xavier Lindsay 18.93, 200 metre sprint Xavier Lindsay 42.19, 70 metre sprint Xavier Lindsay 12.88, discus Xavier Lindsay 11.67, high jump Xavier Lindsay 0.85, Aiden Hooper 0.85. U7 Girl 100 metre sprint Olivia Bramley 20.93, 200 metre sprint Lacie Phillips 47.90, 70 metre sprint Olivia Bramley 14.67, discus Olivia Bramley 8.01, high jump Lani Kulbe 0.65, Olivia Bramley 0.65. U8 Boy 100 metre sprint Archie O’Neill 17.05, 200
metre sprint Jai Williamson 38.37, 70 metre sprint Archie O’Neill 11.54, discus Jai Williamson 14.10, high jump Archer Reid 0.85. U8 Girl 100 metre sprint Tevuro Ihomana-Montgomery 17.85, 200 metre sprint Bella Schmidt 45.21, 70 metre sprint Tevuro Ihomana-Montgomery 12.71, discus Tevuro Ihomana-Montgomery 12.40, high jump Tevuro IhomanaMontgomery 0.85. U9 Boy 1100 metre walk Matthew Nicholson 7:43.3, 200 metre sprint Tully Dickie 37.86, 70 metre sprint Matthew Nicholson11.60,discus Jacob Timmermans 12.52, triple jump Mallachy O’Flynn 6.09. U9 Girl 1100 metre walk Jade Anderson 8:45.0, 200 metre sprint Alicia Smith 42.57, 70 metre sprint Laynee McKenzie 13.06, discus Laynee McKenzie 7.72, triple jump Laynee McKenzie 5.78. U10 Boy 100 metre sprint Finn Gleeson 17.84, 1100 metre walk Finn Gleeson 8:59.5, 200 metre sprint Finn Gleeson 45.85, long jump Finn Gleeson 2.69, shot put Finn Gleeson 4.96. U10 Girl 100 metre sprint Nicola Slade 16.63, 1100 metre walk Nicola Slade 7:34.4, 200 metre sprint Nicola Slade 41.56, long jump Nicola Slade 2.95, shot put Mikaela Notley 5.31. U11 Boy 100 metre sprint Cooper Smith 16.33, 1500 metre walk Jarrod Anderson 13:01, 800 metres Patrick Ryan 3:05.1, high jump Patrick Ryan 1.32, shot put Patrick Ryan 7.03. U11 Girl 100 metre sprint Amy Brewer 16.13, 1500 metre walk 1 Rachel Aitken 10:46, 800 metres Georgia Burston3:23.7, high jump Amy Brewer 1.13, shot put Amy Brewer 6.34. U12 Boy 1500 metre walk Blythe Page 9:54.7, 200 metre sprint Cooper Wagner 33.56, 70 metre sprint Cooper Wagner 10.75, discus Cooper Wagner 22.44, long jump Luke Nicholson 3.56. U12 Girl 1500 metre walk Melody Notley 13:52, 200 metre sprint Melody Notley 37.64, 70 metre sprint Melody Notley 11.76, discus
Melody Notley 16.12, long jump Melody Notley 3.39. U13 Boy 100 metre sprint Mitchell Fallaw 14.32, 1500 metre walk Mitchell Fallaw 16:14, 400 metres Brodie Anderson 1:05.1, javelin Brodie Anderson 16.71, triple jump Mitchell Fallaw 9.2. U13 Girl 100 metre sprint Ciara Ryan 14.20, 1500 metre walk Ciara Ryan 11:18, 400 metres Ciara Ryan 1:18.1, javelin Tamara Brewer 10.98, triple jump Ciara Ryan 8.23. U14 Boy 1500 metre walk Declan Ryan 12:51, 200 metre sprint Declan Ryan 31.85, 400 metres Declan Ryan 1:06.4, discus Declan Ryan 21.79, high jump Declan
Ryan 1.545. U14 Girl 1500 metre walk Daisy Filippi 11:01, 200 metre sprint Georgia Filippi 37.86, 400 metres Daisy Filippi 1:48.9, discus Daisy Filippi 14.42, high jump Georgia Filippi 1.20. U15 Boy 1500 metre walk Ethan Slade 11:43, 200 metre sprint Ethan Slade 27.66, 400 metres Ethan Slade 1:04.4, discus Ethan Slade 17.90, high jump Ethan Slade 1.35. U15 Girl 1500 metre walk Lily Geyle 9:11.7, 200 metre sprint Hannah Robbins 33.57, 400 metres Imigen Langford 1:19.1, discus Nicole Davis 25.68, high jump Imigen Langford 1.25.
WONTHAGGI athlete Tevuro Ihomana Montgomery brought home a swag of medals from the Traralgon Little Athletics Open Day on Sunday. Tevuro competed in five events in the Under 8 age group and won two gold and three silver medals. Both her gold medal wins broke Traralgon Club records, firstly in the discus with a throw of 14.70 metres and in the 80metre hurdles with a time of 17.47 seconds. She won silver medals in the long jump, 100 metre sprint and 70 metre sprint.
Fine Friday for cyclists ANOTHER fine Friday night and some good racing, but with a few riders missing it was a little difficult to create good match ups. The first event for the night was the one lap race against the clock. Thomas McFarlane riding on some heavier training wheels still managed to clock a slick 31.08 sec lap. Matt Minogue continued his improvement to record a 35.60 sec lap just ahead of Geoff Fraser at 35.73 sec. Next it was Aaron Fraser at another good time of 36.68 sec. Austin Timmins recorded a 37.70sec lap, Alex Bennett at 42.81, Matt Winchester 43.97 and Fleur Timmins 49.31 sec. The younger trio, Alex,
Matt and Fleur, were given a four lap scratch race. Alex showed the benefit of an extra season of racing as he controlled the race at the business end to win from Matt and Fleur. The other five riders were given a six lap scratch race and whilst they swapped turns early it was Thomas McFarlane who slipped away at the bell to post the win. Matt Minogue chased hard and secured second place ahead of Austin. The junior trio were given a one lap handicap and Fleur decided the handicap start would suit her just fine, so romped home a clear winner over a close battle for the minor places – Matt getting the nod ahead of Alex. In two lap handicap for the others, Geoff decided he was not up to a race so soon after his other efforts. However, Thomas
McFarlane again showed why he is heading to the National Titles next week as he easily chased down a big handicap to win from Aaron and Austin. The riders were then split into teams for an Olympic sprint event. The first heat saw Aaron and Fleur up against Matt and Alex. After an even first half lap between Matt and Fleur, Aaron was able to finish a bit better than Alex to land the win for his team. In the second heat, it was Thomas and Austin against Geoff and Matt. The race opened with Geoff against Austin and whilst Geoff was moving well after 200m, Austin had managed a pretty good start also. It was then pretty easy for Thomas to outpace Matt Minogue over the last half lap to take the win for his team. A little recovery time
and riders were back out for sprints. Matt Winchester against Fleur was the first one lap dash and this time it was Matt taking the chocolates. Then it was Aaron versus Alex and Aaron proved too slick for Alex. Geoff was matched against Austin and once he managed to wind up the big gear it was curtains for Austin. That left Thomas to race Matt Minogue and whilst Matt put in a good ride it was Thomas who had control all the way to the line. By this time riders were getting tired so the last race was an elimination race. Fleur raced well early but was caught short in the dash to the line. It was a similar fate for a tiring Matt Minogue as Matt Winchester pipped him at the line. However, the riders kept dropping and at the bell it was Alex Bennett
Close group: Geoff Fraser leads from Thomas McFarlane, Aaron Fraser, Austin Timmins and Matt Minogue during the six lap scratch race. who managed to grab third place, leaving Austin and Thomas to race for the top spot. Austin battled gamely but Thomas was not about
to let this one escape and duly claimed the win. Next Friday night the riders will race at the Warragul club meet. Tuesday night sees
a club meeting at Neil White’s. The club also mourns the passing of a great club man in Mark Murphy. RIP Mark.
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Close shaves in Country Week tennis COUNTRY Week tennis for 2013 took place last week in Wodonga.
All the way: the C1 men’s team of Neil, Joel, Daniel and Rohan Langstaff and Jim Gibbons made it to the grand final.
B Special 2: the Leongatha team which made the grand final, from left, Glenn Bainbridge, Matt Pocklington, Warren Littlejohn, and Frank Dekker.
A huge contingent of 40 from the Leongatha Tennis Club attended along with other clubs in the region including Korumburra. In all eight Leongatha teams in men’s and women’s sections fought it out against clubs from all over Victoria. In a successful week, three Leongatha teams made grand finals and another two made it to the semi-finals. Unfortunately none of the three grand finalists were able to bring home the silverware. The C1 men’s team of Neil, Joel, Daniel and Rohan Langstaff and Jim Gibbons made it to the grand final. In B Special 2 the Leongatha team of Glenn Bainbridge,
Matt Pocklington, Warren Littlejohn, and Frank Dekker also made it to the big one but lost out to Wangaratta Lawn. The other top effort came from the women’s team of Ange Williams, Wendy Gervasi, Shelley Walker and Wendy Wyhoon who were grand final runners-up in a close one. The B Special 2 team of Michelle Krohn, Marg and Kellie Barter and Nicole Dudman did well but lost the semifinal by just one game. The team of Max and Taylor Beard, Mick Hemming and Sam Gervasi were beaten in the semifinals of B3. Other teams missed on the finals but enjoyed the fellowship which goes with the event. Next year Country Week moves to Shepparton.
Down to the wire: the women’s team of Ange Williams, Wendy Gervasi, Shelley Walker and Wendy Wyhoon were grand final runners-up in a close one.
Carnival draws local competition Super bikes head to Island THE fourth annual Bass District Carnival was held at Inverloch Surf Beach with competitors from the Waratah, Venus Bay, Cape Paterson, Woolamai and the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club participating. The events included swim race, board race, iron race, board rescue, board relay, 2km run, sprint, flags and a team relay. “The carnival was a
success with over 60 competitors turning out from across the Bass district,” said carnival organiser Nick Leman. “We had competitors ranging from under 15 to masters over 30. “The Bass District Carnival gives members an opportunity to compete in a carnival for the first time in a fun and friendly atmosphere. “The carnival also promotes our members to live an active a healthy lifestyle by giving them an event to
train for over summer. “This ultimately increases the standard of our volunteer beach patrols by encouraging our members to keep fit and practice their rescue skills.” This is the third time Inverloch has hosted the carnival, with Woolamai hosting the carnival in 2010. Nick thanked all the volunteer carnival officials and the carnival patrol members who helped to run the event. The carnival was fol-
In the surf: competitors take on the waves in a surf ski race.
lowed by a dinner function at the Inverloch SLSC where all competitors had the opportunity to socialise and reminisce about another great carnival. For the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club competition team this was their last carnival before the Victorian State Titles at Anglesea in March. Team manager Luke Foster said “it was a great hit out for our team, especially for our younger competitors. We can’t wait to represent our club at the State Titles again. “Last year we came home with five medals so we are hoping for a repeat or to go a little better this year,” he said. Results from the Bass District Carnival will be available on the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club website at www.islsc.org. au If you are interested in getting involved and competing in carnivals like the Bass District Carnival please contact the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club director of competition Luke Foster on seniorcompteam@islsc.org.au.
ALL the elements are in place for Australia’s fastest world superbike race in history, and a smorgasbord of record-busting laps, when the 2013 Superbike World Championship (WSBK) is held at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit next weekend (February 22-24). The expected rewriting of the record books is due to a recent resurface of the 4.445km racetrack, which has already produced a new historic lap record at the International Island Classic in late January, with dozens of other riders also carving out personal bests at the event on the new, ultra-smooth tarmac. We’ll soon get an inkling of what could be in store for the WSBK fraternity with four days of testing underway at Phillip Island – private tests on Thursday and Friday of this week followed by two officially timed days next Monday and Tuesday (Feb 18 and 19) - before the teams and riders kick off their 2013 season next Friday (Feb 22-24). Phillip Island’s current outright lap record is held by MotoGP rider Nicky Hayden with a 1:30.059, and the WSBK benchmark is Max Biaggi’s 1:31.785 set
in 2012 on his Aprilia. The last time a WSBK round was held after a full track resurface – 1999 – Australia’s Troy Corser lopped an amazing 2.423 seconds off New Zealander Aaron Slight’s previous lap record. Although it would be unrealistic to make the same quantum leap 14 years later, the possibility remains that a WSBK machine could usurp Hayden’s outright lap record to claim the ultimate Phillip Island bragging rights – and a lap time in the 1:29 bracket would be icing on the cake. The Phillip Island WSBK grid will include factory teams from Kawasaki, Suzuki, BMW, Ducati, Aprilia and Honda, fielding riders who have won 65 races between them. The on-track action at Phillip Island from February 22-24 will be completed by the opening rounds of the Australian Prostock and Supersport Championships, as well as events for national Superbike and Historic competitors. The on-track action commences before 9am on all three days of the event. Tickets for Phillip Island are available at www.worldsbk.com.au or call the ticket hotline on 1300 728 007.
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Nerrena partnership hits 281 NERRENA top order batsmen David Trotman (145) and David Baldi (153) were instrumental in ensuring a big total against OMK on the weekend.
Down the pitch: Jordan Pickersgill fires one away in C2.
TJ smashes through surf THE Summer Surf Series Round 5 was held at Point Leo recently and Inverloch SLSC sent a team of 16 members to compete against the State’s best. The team was well supported with family members assisting with team managing, water safety, and board handling. Team manager Luke Foster was pleased to see all team members giving their best and being there to support other team members during their races. “The highlight of the day was watching TJ Blizzard smashing the competition out of the water and winning the Under 17 Ironman race,” Luke said. “This was a huge effort from TJ and I had a few goosebumps as I watched him cross the finish line. TJ then followed up his win by claiming another
victory in the Under 17s Men 2 km run.” Another pennant was won on the day by In-
verloch with former club captain Nick Leman winning the Open Mens 2km run.
As batting partners the pair made 281 runs, helping their team achieve a mammoth 7/447. With 47 boundaries between them, the two Daves put on a super batting performance that was a joy to watch. Baldi also put two over the fence. Team mate Lachlan Roberts also seemed to be on his way to a big total – hitting five fours and three sixes – before falling LBW for 52 off the bowling of Greenwood. Wonthaggi Miners bowler Pieter Loos helped contain the damage of a Glen Alvie batting line up that was ready to cut loose. Loos took 5/50 in another stellar performance. As it was though, the Glen Alvie boys batted well and had a number of solid contributors – with Slade (39),
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GLEN ALVIE v WON MINERS 1st innings Glen Alvie D. Williams c. D. Loos b. J. Piasente......................... 11 R. Slade lbw. b. D. Loos ..........39 J. Wheeler c. J. Andrighetto b. R. Jones ..............................0 B. Andrighetto c&b. P. Loos ....45
J. Tiziani n.o. ............................48 A. Schreck b. R. Jones .............52 M. Greenway c. P. Hammer b. P. Loos ................................4 E. Chandler lbw. b. P. Loos ........5 J. Bowler b. P. Loos ...................6 D. Tiziani lbw. b. P. Loos .........27 L. McRae c. P. Owen b. D. Loos...............................3 Extras ......................................60 Total .......................................300 Bowling: R. Jones 2/49, J. Piasente 1/38, D. Loos 2/47, J. Andrighetto 0/22, P. Owen 0/56, P. Loos 5/50, A. Jagoe 0/14. WON WORKMENS v INVERLOCH 1st innings Won Workmens D. Dutchman c&b. A. Hall.........8 R. Geyer c. L. Sharrock b. J. Rankin ............................2 A. Yann c. L. Sharrock b. B. Sword ..........................20 M. Thomas c. L. Sharrock b. B. Sword ..........................15 K. Maloney c. L. Sharrock b. B. Sword ..........................43 C. Harvey n.o. ..........................63 L. Gennicarro c. L. Sharrock b. B. Sword ............................5 A. McLean lbw. b. B. Sword .....0 M. McCall c. J. Tankin b. A. Hall ................................0 L. McGuirk b. A. Hall ................0 Z. Macdermid b. B. Sword.........1 Extras ......................................12 Total .......................................169 1st innings Inverloch Extras ......................................12 Total ......................................1/49 Bowling: L. McGuirk 0/12, M. McCall 0/8, A. McLean 0/8, Z. Macdermid 0/5, A. Yann 0/2, M. Thomas 0/9. OMK v NERRENA
1st innings Nerrena T. Clark b. P. Green ..................17 D. Trotman stp. T. Knox b. J. Greenwood .................145 D. Baldi c. R. Quaife b. N. Paterson .....................153 L. Roberts lbw. b. J. Greenwood ...................52 J. Renden c. R. Quaife b. P. Green ............................19 S. Helms lbw. b. J. Greenwood .....................0 A. Harrison c. J. Greenwood b. J. Paterson ........................13 A. Trotto n.o. ..............................2 Z. Trease n.o............................. 11 Extras ......................................35 Total .............................7/447 (cc) Bowling: P. Green 2/78, J. Paterson 1/89, J. Cochrane 0/42, J. Greenwood 3/111, R. Quaife 0/52, A. Rose 0/40, N. Paterson 1/11. MDU v PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island A. Finlayson stp. J. Sinclair b. C. Harris ...........................74 B. Johnston c&b. S. McRae .......3 L. Keating c. M. Darmanin b. M. Olden ........................102 M. Price c. D. Sinclair b. M. Olden .......................... 11 P. Francis b. S. Riley ................12 J. Cox c. S. Riley b. S. McRae ............................5 A. Nicholson b. S. McRae .......21 A. Thomas n.o. ......................... 11 S. Niven n.o..............................12 Extras ......................................20 Total .............................7/272 (cc) Bowling: S. McRae 3/76, M. Olden 2/35, S. Browne 0/29, T. Zukovskis 0/27, S. Riley 1/61, C. Harris 1/30.
• B Grade Division 2
Jeffries takes five WONTHAGGI Workmens bowler Scott Jeffries was on fire against Kilcunda Bass, claiming an impressive 5/52.
Young gun: TJ Blizzard.
Andrighetto (45), Tiziani (48 not out) and Schreck (52) all playing well. Wonthaggi Workmens put in a fairly dismal batting performance against Inverloch, but for higher scores by Maloney (43) and Harvey (63 not out). Inverloch’s Sword bowled well, claiming wickets. Team mate Sharrock proved his worth in the field with five valuable catches. Phillip Island has made a solid start in its game against MDU, hitting its way to 272. Island batsmen Andrew Finlayson (74) and Liam Keating (102) were both aggressive run scorers. On the other side of the ledger Simon McRae bowled well, taking 3/76, while team mate Michael Olden claimed 2/35.
Team mate Ian Barnes took five catches and stumped two others. Kilcunda Bass managed 255 in its first innings, with Aplin (35), Gardiner (36) and Clay (43) all doing well. OMK has given Korumburra something to chase, bashing its way to 321 for the loss of just four wickets. The Miller boys led the charge for OMK in the early part of the innings, with Tim making 89 and Peter 65. But the pair was not alone when it came to brave batting performances, with Noel Creed notch-
Wilson takes two wins THIS weekend saw races three and four of the John Parry series with light conditions and very fluky winds for both races, which tested the skills of the entire fleet. “If you were in the right position at the right time, you may have caught enough wind to out sail your opponent, plus a bit of luck also helped.” said line honours winner in race four Craig Stewart. Race 3 winners - Division A 1st Tim Wilson sailing Eric, 2nd Wayne Smith on Raskal, 3rd Alan Driver on Electric. Division B 1st Noel Owen sailing Lucky Girl, 2nd Keith Cousins on AFFI, 3rd Andrew Biram , C Division 1st Abbey Argus-Smith sailing Capricious, 2nd Kate Maxwell. Race 4 Winners - A Division Tim Wilson, 2nd Craig Stewart, 3rd Alan Driver. B Division 1st Andrew Biram, 2nd Peter Campbell, 3rd Matt Kiely. C Division 1st Kate Maxwell, 2nd Abbey Argus-Smith.
On the water: C division winners Abbey ArgusSmith and Kate Maxwell sailing their Laser 4.7s.
ing up 79 not out. Koonwarra Leongatha RSL is just two runs shy of Fish Creek Tarwin’s first innings total of 113. The Koony boys have lost just four wickets so far. Fish Creek Tarwin were dismal with the bat, with only Gary Webster (25) and Michael Bright (40 not out) making respectable totals. Four ducks were recorded, and aside from Webster and Bright, only one other player made double figures. Town is well on its way in its run chase against cross town rivals Imperials. The Imperials hit a total of 174 in their first innings, with James Forrester leading the way with the bat. Forrester hit an aggressive 52 – including six boundaries – before being bowled by the irrepressible Steve Fixter. Town has lost just one wicket for 67 in reply. KORUMBURRA v OMK 1st innings OMK T. Miller c. T. Jenkin b. K. Rigby ...........................89 P. Miller c. T. Scott b. J. Oxlee ............................65 C. O’Brien c. M. Olden b. J. Oxlee ..............................0 N. Creed n.o. ............................79 P. Harper b. N. Allen ................26
N. Audino n.o. ..........................23 Extras ......................................39 Total ....................................4/321 Bowling: M. Olden 0/69, N. Allen 1/55, T. Scott 0/60, K. Rigby 1/41, T. Jenkin 0/24, J. Oxlee 2/50. KILCUNDA-BASS v WON WORKMENS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass T. Aplin c. S. Coldebella b. C. Smith ...........................35 R. Gardiner c. I. Barnes b. S. Jeffries..........................36 P. Mohascy c. I. Barnes b. L. Borne ...........................17 H. Grace stp. I. Barnes b. S. Jeffries............................0 J. Tregear c. I. Barnes b. L. Borne ..........................18 S. Blake c. S. Brann b. S. Coldebella ....................34 S. Shelton c. I. Barnes b. S. Jeffries..........................31 D. Clay stp. I. Barnes b. S. Roche ...........................43 R. Duff b. S. Jeffries ..................4 T. Smith stp. I. Barnes b. S. Jeffries..........................18 D. O’Neill n.o. ...........................5 Extras ......................................14 Total .......................................255 Bowling: L. Borne 2/28, S. Coldebella 1/59, C. Smith 1/56, S. Jeffries 5/52, C. Rigby 0/23, S. Roche 1/27. FISH CREEK-TARWIN v KOONWARRA-RSL 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin G. Webster b. ............................25 H. Buckland c.............................8 G. Buckland c.............................8 M. Bright n.o. ...........................40 J. Pouw b. .................................10 M. Van Boven b. ........................0 C. Bawden b. ..............................0 L. Buckland c. ............................0 T. Stybosh lbw. ...........................8
O. Straw b. .................................4 O. Brennan b. .............................0 Extras ......................................10 Total ....................................... 113 1st innings Koonwarra-RSL Extras ......................................21 Total .................................... 4/111 Bowling: J. Pouw 2/31, C. Bawden 0/24, M. Van Boven 2/23, L. Buckland 0/16, G. Buckland 0/4. IMPERIALS v TOWN 1st innings Imperials G. Forrester lbw. b. J. Burge ......9 M. Comben c. W. Turner b. J. Schelling .......................19 A. Hosking b. J. Burge ...............6 S. Vagg c. M. Wilson b. S. Fixter ............................18 L. Ballagh c. J. Schelling b. J. Bolge ............................14 R. McGavin c. S. Clark b. D. Goss...............................1 J. Forrester c. W. Turner b. S. Fixter ............................53 Z. Price c. J. Burge b. S. Clark ............................21 P. McCaughan c. M. Wilson b. S. Clark ..............................0 T. Sauvarin r.o. ......................... 11 K. McGavin n.o..........................1 Extras ......................................21 Total .......................................174 Bowling: J. Schelling 1/24, J. Burge 2/46, S. Fixter 2/53, J. Bolge 1/21, D. Goss 1/6, S. Clark 2/17.
1st innings Town J. Withers c. A. Hosking b. Z. Price ...............................5 M. Wilson n.o. ..........................24 M. Smith n.o. ...........................14 Extras ......................................25 Total ......................................1/67 Bowling: Z. Price 1/17, R. McGavin 0/24, K. McGavin 0/9, G. Forrester 0/7.
Classic catch: Nerrena celebrate after Craig Freebie gets a catch against OMK.
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Inverloch sets big target IN the battle between top side Wonthaggi Workmens and thirdplaced Inverloch, Inverloch is well placed to cause an upset after posting a big score of 6/300.
Tom Davison: the young Redcap sends one back to the keeper on Saturday.
Kit Rotthier led the way with a fine 85 with Dylan Clark 63, Will Rankin 48 and Brett Debono 48 all chipping in with good scores. In another battle between the top four teams in OMK and Nerrena, the Diggers are in real trouble after being bowled all out for just 121. Jason Wilson with 35 was the top scorer with only two other bats making it into the 20’s. Josh Trease bowled an awesome spell, putting the top four OMK bats back in the pavilion in quick succession, with a haul of 4/27. At the close of play Nerrena is already 1/44 with Craig Friebe out for 33. In the battle of the bot-
tom two teams, Miners has hit batting form against Imperials with a fine 8/333 with Andrew Donohue’s 83 leading the charge. Mark Lafferty with 4/54 and Luke Rogers 3/77 toiled well for Imps as they have an uphill battle this week. In the one match decided over the weekend in a thriller, Phillip Island batting first made 9/262 but in a nail-biter Korumburra got over the line by a narrow margin of just four runs, taking every ball of the 75 overs to achieve victory. The Island’s Eli Richards with 73 and Shane Murdoch with 79 were the top scorers while Iian Osman with 5/49 bowled in fine form. In reply Korumburra’s middle order stood up with a number of bats in their 30s and 40s, Kyle Dorman the best with 47 with Jason Richards’ 34 not out from just 40 deliveries getting the Cobras over the line.
A Grade, Division 1
WON MINERS v IMPERIALS 1st innings Won Miners G. Kent c. N. Eddy b. L. Rogers ..........................36 J. O’Reilly c. T. Williams b. L. Rogers .......................... 11 A. Donohue c. T. Williams b. L. Rogers ..........................83 D. Beesey stp. T. Williams b. J. Rushton......................... 11 M. Johnson c. G. Sauvarin b. M. Lafferty .......................40 P. Nelson lbw. b. M. Lafferty .........................8 C. Thomas c. T. Williams b. M. Lafferty .......................48 B. Foon c. J. Rushton b. M. Lafferty .......................42 C. Honeysett n.o.......................21 J. Honeysett n.o. .......................16 Extras ......................................17 Total .............................8/333 (cc) Bowling: L. Rogers 3/77, L. Wright 0/69, J. Rushton 1/72, M. Lafferty 4/54, K. Gray 0/19, N. Eddy 0/33. INVERLOCH v WON WORKMENS 1st innings Inverloch W. Taberner r.o. ..........................1 J. Smith c. C. Harvey b. G. Bolding ........................28 W. Rankin c. A. Lang b. R. Thomas ........................48 D. Clark b. T. Hooper ...............63 K. Rotthier c. T. Hooper b. A. Lang.............................85 D. Ruffin stp. J. Liddle b. T. Hooper .........................14 B. Debono n.o. .........................48 M. Anderson n.o.........................1 Extras ......................................12 Total .............................6/300 (cc)
Bowling: R. Thomas 1/64, J. Thomas 0/22, A. Lang 1/54, G. Britt 0/60, G. Bolding 1/35, T. Hooper 2/54. NERRENA v OMK 1st innings OMK P. Dyer c. D. Symmons b. J. Trease..............................0 K. Kerr c. C. Friebe b. J. Trease..............................3 D. Lloyd c. R. Clark b. J. Trease............................17 T. Wyatt b. J. Trease .................22 J. Wilson c. C. Friebe b. T. Wightman .....................35 J. Van Rooye r.o. ........................7 G. Miller b. T. Wightman ...........2 R. Greaves c. J. Trease b. D. Symmons.....................21 B. Wyatt b. R. Clark ...................0 P. Dell lbw. b. R. Clark...............0 A. Jenkins n.o...........................12 Extras ........................................2 Total .......................................121 Bowling: J. Trease 4/27, T. Davison 0/23, R. Clark 2/39, T. Wightman 2/23, D. Symmons 1/4, M. Clark 0/3. 1st innings Nerrena M. Clark n.o. ..............................5 C.Friebe lbw. b. B. Wyatt ........33 R. Clark n.o. ...............................0 Extras .........................................5 Total ......................................1/44 Bowling: A. Jenkins 0/26, R. Greaves 0/0, P. Dell 0/5, B. Wyatt 1/7, J. Wilson 0/1. PHILLIP ISLAND v KORUMBURRA 1st innings Phillip Island E. Richards c&b. I. Osman ......73 J. Black b. A. Meade ..................4 S. Boyack c. K. Miller
b. K. Dorman..........................1 S. Murdoch c. J. Cook b. I. Osman ...........................79 T. Hornsby c. D. Salmon b. I. Osman ...........................46 C. Wilson c. B. Schmidt b. U. Weerasinghe ..................5 C. Viljoen c. K. Miller b. I. Osman .............................0 J. Blackwell c. J. Cook b. I. Osman .............................2 J. Broomhall b. U. Weerasinghe ................29 S. Kirton n.o. ..............................5 D. Johnston n.o. .........................2 Extras ......................................16 Total .............................9/262 (cc) Bowling: A. Meade 1/36, K. Dorman 1/58, D. Salmon 0/15, U. Weerasinghe 2/84, D. Scott 0/16, I. Osman 5/49. 1st innings Korumburra J. Cook lbw. b. S. Murdoch ......14 B. Schmidt b. S. Boyack ............0 D. Salmon c&b. J. Blackwell ...41 U. Weerasinghe lbw. b. S. Murdoch.......................38 K. Miller c. S. Murdoch b. D. Johnston ......................18 I. Osman c. S. Murdoch b. S. Boyack .........................27 K. Dorman r.o. .........................47 J. Richards n.o. .........................34 P. Dunlevie b. C. Wilson ..........15 D. Scott n.o. .............................17 Extras ......................................15 Total ....................................8/266 Bowling: S. Kirton 0/32, S. Boyack 2/43, S. Murdoch 2/59, J. Blackwell 1/45, D. Johnston 1/30, C. Wilson 1/49.
• A Grade Division Two
Town holds upper hand In the clash between first and third in A2, ladder leaders Town are in the box seat with 1/41 in reply to MDU’s 197 all out. With WeerasingheSilva, Borschman and Davies all on target with the ball, Town kept the pressure right on the MDU bats, Matt Olden managing to stay long enough for 56 and Mark Cantwell chipped in with 40. Nathan Johnston opening the batting for Town may have cemented his opening spot with 23 not out at stumps, Town at 1/41. Kilcunda/Bass has posted a good score of 235 to be right in this one against Poowong/Loch. Jacob Dakin with 73 and
Ashley Oats with 60 posted a 99 run partnership, falling painfully short of the 100 partnership. Nathan Findlay took 5/77 in a fine effort with the ball. At 3/24 it’s not looking good for Poowong/ Loch. In the battle between local rivals Fish Creek/ Tarwin and Foster, Foster is on the front foot after posting 6/277. Scott Jeffery was the standout here with a superb 144. He and Murray Lynch 46 posted a partnership of 180 for the first wicket. In the other match Glen Alvie with 250 are in for a tough match against Koonwarra RSL. Sam Sperling took a fine 5/51 for the Coogars.
A Grade, Division 2 GLEN ALVIE v
KOONWARRA-RSL 1st innings Glen Alvie Extras ......................................16 Total .......................................250 Bowling: J. Kennedy 0/21, T. Gordon 0/12, B. Moscript 1/58, C. Wise 1/41, S. Sperling 5/51, B. Thomas 1/28, S. Hughes 1/31. POOWONG-LOCH v KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass S. Oates c. R. Carvill b. N. Findlay ..........................1 A. Larcombe c. R. Knox b. T. Hancock .........................8 P. Palmer c. R. Carvill b. N. Findlay ..........................5 J. Dakin b. G. Birnie ................73 A. Oats b. G. Birnie .................60 J. Mahood b. G. Birnie ............. 11 S. Tapscott r.o. ............................0 P. Matthews c. V. Rawat b. N. Findlay ........................12 D. Pipicelli c. R. Carvill b. N. Findlay ........................12 B. Egeberg lbw. b. N. Findlay ........................18 J. Bastwrous n.o. ........................8 Extras ......................................27 Total .......................................235 Bowling: T. Hancock 1/39, N. Findlay 5/77, G. Birnie 3/47, S. Jenkins 0/55, R. Knox 0/5.
1st innings Poowong-Loch C. Knox lbw. ..............................7 S. Magnusson n.o. ......................7 V. Rawat b. .................................0 R. Carvill c. ................................3 M. Adderley n.o. ........................5 Extras ........................................4 Total ......................................3/24 Bowling: D. Pipicelli 0/8, B. Egeberg 2/10, P. Matthews 1/1, A. Oats 0/5. FOSTER v FISH CREEK-TARWIN 1st innings Foster S. Jeffery b. A. Straw .............144 M. Lynch c. G. Watkins b. J. Buckland.......................46 J. Prain c. J. Law b. V. Kedamath .......................4 R. Johnston c. J. Law b. A. Straw..............................0 F. Griggs b. A. Straw ................27 S. Lanyon r.o. ...........................13 D. Garlick n.o.............................0 Extras ......................................43 Total ....................................6/277 Bowling: S. Rabbitt 0/40, J. Flanders 0/23, A. Straw 3/58, J. Law 0/20, V. Kedamath 1/51, C. Fisher 0/24, G. Staley 0/16, J. Buckland 1/9. TOWN v MDU 1st innings MDU C. Le Page b. A. Hickey...........12
M. Le Page c. I. Hanks b. N. Johnston ......................22 C. Hoober b. J. O’Loughlin .....16 M. Olden lbw. b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ......56 S. Arnup c. M. Davies b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ........5 W. Prosser c. I. Hanks b. M. Borschman ....................4 R. Olden c. I. Hanks b. M. Davies .........................12 M. Martin b. M. Davies .............1 M. Cantwell n.o........................40 T. Harris c. I. Hanks b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ........4 M. Patching c. C. Bruce b. M. Borschman ....................0 Extras ......................................25 Total .......................................197 Bowling: N. Johnston 1/28, M. Weerasinghe-Silva 3/44, A. Hickey 1/41, J. O’Loughlin 1/10, M. Borschman 2/23, M. Davies 2/25, C. Bruce 0/10. 1st innings Town J. O’Loughlin c. C. Hoober b. M. Cantwell........................0 N. Johnston n.o. .......................23 M. Borschman n.o. ...................13 Extras ........................................5 Total ......................................1/41 Bowling: T. Harris 0/16, M. Cantwell 1/11, S. Arnup 0/0, M. Patching 0/4, M. Le Page 0/8.
Edge: an MDU batsman gets a hit off on Saturday against Town.
• Touch Football
Untouchables are champs again
Premiership champions: the Untouchables were Sam, Gary, Jack, Matthew, Jason, Michael, Jason, Bec and Jodi. Photo Courtesy of Tracie at Own the Moment Photos.
WELL, what a grand final. For the second year in a row the grand final came down to a drop off. For the uninitiated, a drop off is where the game is tied at full time and each team must drop off one player every two minutes until someone scores. The team Fired Up started off well with two quick tries in the first 10 minutes to leave the Untouchables team stunned. Untouchables were able to claw their way back by getting a female over the line, bagging two points. Attack was the order of the first half with Fired Up
continuing its try-scoring spree, bumping them up to six points at half time, with Untouchables at four. The second half was a defensive game with no score after each team continually attacked the oppositions’ defence. With only five minutes to go it looked like the Untouchables’ night was over until a freak try by junior Jack Miller which claimed two points to level the scores at six all. This full time tied score resulted in the drop off. With five players remaining on each team, Fired Up started with speed only to drop the ball on the 5th touch, allowing Untouchables to roll up the field, coming within
10 metres of the try line. With fatigue a factor for Fired Up, a gap was spotted by Jason Tomada in which he scored the winning try. Untouchables seven, Fired Up six. With the epic grand final over, the night was topped off with a trophy presentation. Best and fairest was taken out by Chris Cronin of Village People, Most improved female was Suzze Occhipinti from Polar Bears, whilst Most Improved male was Joel Darts from Village People. Big thanks to all for a great season. Next season there will be a new grounds coordinator, Chris Cronin.
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Junior representative cricket Under 13 LDCA Association played Warragul on the turf at Wonthaggi in a 40 over a side game on an excellent ground and pitch.
LDCA bowled first with Luke Hamilton and Jaxon Wade opening with the new white ball Warragul were soon in trouble with two run outs, one from Jack Rosenow and the other from Body Motton and with a catch by Damon Ginnane off Jackson Wade they were 3/11. Kim Drew (18) and Rob Baker added 18 before Bodie Motton bowled Baker for 6, followed by Jacob Beckwith bowling Kim Drew to have the score at 5/30. Angus Emery (13) and Will Robertson (10) took the score to 53 before Jai Asbury bowled Emery and Damon Ginnane had Robertson caught by Luke Hamilton they had slumped to 7/55. A couple of batsmen James Ireland 34 not out Kyle Osseweyer nine not out and Will Cole run out by Luke Hamilton for three pushed the score to 8/107. LDCA batted after lunch with Koby Brann (captain) and Damon Ginnane opening the batting and they batted very well until Damon was caught for 19 with the score at 32, Koby Brann was run out for 17. Ben Perry (15), Josh Excell (1) and Adam Honeysett (12) all retired. Jacob Beckwith was bowled for 2, Jack Rosenow was caught and bowled for 1, Jai Asbury was 1 not out at the
end of 40 overs with the score at 6/88. A good effort as most boys had never played on turf before but the players learnt a lot from the experience.
Under 12 Leongatha played Warragul in excellent conditions and both teams displayed great talent and the game was a tie at 121 apiece. LDCA captain Alex Geyer won the toss and batted. Alex Geyer 18 was runout and Jacob Lamers bowled for 19 opened the batting with a partnership of 43. Joel Brann was bowled for 4, Matt Allen caught for 9, Jai Hull caught for 17, Aaron Bardwell caught for 12 to be 5/89 but suddenly Blake Cornelius was bowled for a duck and Caleb Chantelier was caught for a duck, Rohan Slade bowled for 8, Declan Logan caught for 3, and after the loss of 10 wickets the score was 121. Warragul batted after lunch with Keith Robinson and Brad Monson opening the bowling but it was Joel Brann taking the first wicket bowling C Wans for 4. With J. Horsburgh 0 caught by Keith Robinson off Caleb Chantelier, J. Lockett 2 bowled by Blake Cornelius and M. Downie 1 bowled by Declan Logan and E. McGillivray bowled by Alex Geyer, N Jarred 5 caught off Matt Allen the score was 6 for 72. A tie was a fitting result for both teams who played excellent cricket in good spirit.
Gary Adams: the club stalwart was recognised for 30 years of service for OMK.
International affair at LDCA By Jacob de Kunder IMPORTED cricketers are becoming a common occurrence in the Leongatha and District Cricket Association, much to the delight of fellow players. Cricketers from all over the globe can be seen on the field at your average LDCA A Grade match. Sri Lankan Udura Weerasinghe hits big and bowls true for the Korumburra Cobras, while his brother Madura Weerasinghe Silva and fellow Sri Lankan Amila Ratnayake are vital inclusions for Leongatha Town. Out at OMK Englishman Daniel Lloyd graces the pitch while his countryman Steve Copple takes to the crease for Glen Alvie. Not to mention Indian VRS Guru Kedarnath who plays for Fish Creek Tarwin and was paramount in the LDCA GCL grand final victory recently. Association president Russell Matthews is happy to have the imports on the field. “It’s good for the association, definitely good,” he said. “We’d certainly welcome
more to the association.” Most players come over through various agents who match players with clubs searching for imports. A lot of clubs then provide the player with a vehicle, some part time work if they have a work visa, and then find them accommodation. Over the past few years imported players have filled in the gaps in our representative teams. “They do well in representative cricket usually,” Matthews said. “We don’t like to play too many in GCL but it’s good to have a few to top them off.” A good example of an import thriving at a representative level is VRS Guru Kedarnath, bowling 5/11 in the GCL grand final recently. Kedarnath loved the GCL experience. “It was brilliant, I never saw it coming, it was a great experience,” he said. “They were a great bunch of people and it was good quality cricket as well, great exposure, and just great cricket.” This summer is the Indian’s first time in Australia. “I just got the opportunity to play here and thought, why not take it and explore some new av-
OMK reunite, honour clubman OUTTRIM Moyarra Kongwak Cricket Club celebrated 20 years since their back to back premierships in A Grade. They also celebrated the 13 other premierships the club had secured since joining the LDCA 30 years ago. As well as celebrating the premierships, club stalwart Gary Adams was recognised for his ongoing contribution to the club. Gary, who works tirelessly for the club and association was a top cricketer in OMK’s glory days, participating in the back to back premiership celebrated over the reunion weekend. He is a life member of the club and has played 432 games for the club and was a fantastic all round cricketer.
Below, In the blood: OMK premiership family Neil, Jesse and Donald VanRooye have all tasted victory with the Diggers.
enues,” Kedarnath said. When asked if he picked South Gippsland he said: “It just happened, I love it and so far it’s been really good. “I’m enjoying every moment of it really, no doubt about it.” The off spin bowler played professionally in southern India before taking the opportunity to play here. “The cricket is completely different here, a different structure and everything,” Kedarnath said. “Here we play on Saturdays only, while over there it happens during the week as well. “It’s good in a way over here because it’s more of a social thing, and it’s good because work and cricket balance.” One of the returning Sri Lankan imports is Korumburra’s Udura Weerasinghe who is playing his fifth season with the Cobras. After playing First Class Sri Lankan cricket Weerasinghe came to Australia to try something different and found Korumburra. “The club was advertising for a player coach position so I applied and got the job,” he said. “It is a much more social game here than playing first class cricket in
Valuable player: Korumburra Cricket Club president Alan Summerfield with Sri Lankan import Udura Weerasinghe. Sri Lanka.” The all-rounder is hoping that his time at Korumburra will influence the club for the better. “I hope that things I have brought to the club and my experience will help the team with their cricket and teach them some new things.” Weerasinghe is applying for residency in Austra-
lia as he includes a winter season in Darwin in his calendar. The results of his and his wife’s residency application will determine whether he returns to the Cobras next summer. “I have really enjoyed my time here in the LDCA and with all the different facets of the game I have been involved with here.”
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IMPERIALS v POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Poowong-Loch S. Dinger lbw. b. S. Bentley .....34 G. Knox n.o. ...........................155 M. Hancock c. R. Murray b. B. Maskell ........................16 M. Lambe c. R. Murray b. D. Ginnane .......................36 N. Hancock c. b. G. Price.........75 A. Fisher n.o.............................12 Total .............................4/369 (cc) Bowling: B. Maskell 1/84, G. Wright 0/62, P. McGavin 0/42, S. Bentley 1/35, D. Pellin 0/17, G. Price 1/55, D. Ginnane 1/20, T. Cashin 0/22, B. Casbolt 0/23. NERRENA v KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass I. Brown lbw. b. K. Clark ...........7 D. Halliday b. D. Campbell .....32 P. Coleman c. b. D. Grigg ..........0 S. Ashenden c. b. D. Campbell .....................29 G. Burchell c. b. D. Campbell .......................4 A. Newsome b. G. Wightman ....6 J. Oates c. b. D. Campbell .......................3 K. Henry n.o...............................3 S. Ashenden b. G. Wightman .....0 Extras ......................................15 Total .........................................99 Bowling: K. Clark 1/13, D. Grigg 1/4, W. Telfer 0/6, S. Gaddam 0/11, C. Dougherty 0/19, D. Campbell 4/30, G. Wightman 2/4, T. Renden 0/9. 1st innings Nerrena T. Renden b. S. Ashenden ........19 G. Giliam c. b. S. Ashenden .....46 B. Croatto n.o. ..........................24 B. Standfield n.o.......................32 Extras ......................................17 Total ....................................2/138 Bowling: I. Brown 0/28, S. Ashenden 2/49, A. Newsome 0/51, G. Burchell 0/5. INVERLOCH v PI 1st innings Inverloch J. Bell c.....................................18 P. Johnson b................................8 B. Phillips c. ...............................8 J. Jackson r.o. ...........................63 D. Jones c. ..................................5 W. Williams c. ..........................50 F. Keily c. .................................28 M. Goldsmith c. .........................3 S. Hayes c...................................6 S. Saldanha c. .............................2 L. Kelly n.o. ...............................0 Extras ......................................28 Total .......................................219 WON MINERS v TOWN Miners lost on forfeit
KORUMBURRA v PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Korumburra M. Femley lbw. b. L. Papa .......27 B. Condolucci r.o. ....................48 D. Fearnley b. J. Johnston ........25 T. Gray c. b. M. Taylor .............23 C. Boyd c. b. G. Taylor ............17 S. Blogg b. J. Johnston .............21 J. Scott b. J. Taylor ...................12 S. Hall c. b. J. Taylor ................ 11 M. Patten b. J. Johnston .............1 L. Miller n.o. ..............................0 Extras ......................................33 Total ....................................9/217 Bowling: J. Taylor 2/41, L. Papa 1/25, J. Johnston 4/56, M. Taylor 1/28, G. Taylor 1/17, J. Keating 0/26, G. Excell 0/16. OMK v MDU RED 1st innings OMK D. Wylie c. B. Coulter b. K. Sinclair............................ 25 S. McNamara c. G. Peters b. L. Mercer ............................... 9 K. Houghton c. T. Bright b. B. Coulter ............................ 66 G. Adams c. N. Hill b. B. Coulter .............................. 7 C. Walker c. B. Coulter b. D. Tuckett ............................ 16 N. Wylie c. B. Coulter b. N. Hill .................................... 3 M. Hems b. L. Mercer ................ 51 M. Chizzonitti b. D. Tuckett ....... 11 R. Paterson c&b. L. Mercer.......... 4 G. Snow n.o................................... 5 J. Whiteside b. D. Tuckett............. 1 Extras ......................................19 Total .......................................218 Bowling: J. Riley 0/44, L. Mercer 3/34, K. Sinclair 1/24, B. Coulter 2/41, S. Opray 0/16, D. Tuckett 3/36, N. Hill 1/9, P. Robinson 0/6. 1st innings MDU Red N. Hill n.o. ................................... 17 K. Sinclair b. D. Wylie.................. 2 J. Riley b. D. Wylie ....................... 0 B. Davey n.o.................................. 1 Extras............................................ 7 Total ......................................... 2/27 Bowling: D. Wylie 2/16, G. Adams 0/11. MDU BLUE v FOSTER 1st innings Foster A. Starret c. b. J. Brown ...........59 P. Jervies c. L. Harrington b. R. Harrington ...................21 S. Chaseling n.o. ....................101 G. Collis n.o. ............................ 11 T. Garvey c. b. R. Harrington...21 J. Pilkington c. G. Jones b. J. Brown .........................187 Extras ......................................27 Total .............................4/427 (cc) Bowling: K. Brown 0/109, L.
Harrington 0/42, K. Newton 0/50, J. Brown 2/81, C. Dyke 0/75, R. Harrington 2/65. KOONWARRA-RSL v GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Glen Alvie G. Chisholm c. La Gale b. N. Summers........................0 M. Hull c. B. Pickersgill b. J. Pickersgill .....................33 J. Hamilton b. M. Clarke............1 R. Matthews c. N. Summers b. J. Pickersgill .......................6 J. Smith c. N. Summers b. B. Perry ............................19 P. Palmer lbw. b. B. Perry ..........5 B. Davidson c. N. Summers b. B. Perry ..............................2 N. Wood n.o. ............................18 J. Hull c. P. Kennedy b. B. Perry ..............................0 B. McRae b. K. Thorne ..............2 B. Hull stp. b. K. Thorne ............0 Extras ......................................10 Total .........................................96 Bowling: M. Clarke 1/19, N. Summers 1/31, J. Pickersgill 2/18, B. Perry 4/16, S. Anderson 0/9, P. Kennedy 0/0, K. Thorne 1/3. 1st innings Koonwarra-RSL K. Thorne r.o. .............................9 B. Pickersgill n.o. .....................37 N. Summers n.o........................21 Extras ........................................4 Total ......................................1/71 Bowling: B. Davidson 0/13, M. Hull 0/26, P. Palmer 0/17, J. Hull 0/13.
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IMPERIALS made 160 runs in their first innings against Fish Creek Tarwin, but the Fishy boys were not without their standout performers. Inverloch may be poised for victory, after losing just 1/39 in its 85-run run chase. A stunning 5/12 by Inverloch bowler Dalmau put his team in a commanding position. MDU all rounders Olden and Riley may battle out man of the match status in the annihilation of Poowong Loch. The top order batsmen were in stellar form, and both were left standing at the end of play. Olden scored 61 and Riley 52. Trotto, who was denied the chance to bat, was by far the best bowler, with 5/8.
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Stony rocks THE Stony Creek Racing Club was back with a vengeance last Tuesday, with an impressive eight race card. Punters flocked from everywhere to see the action up close, not to mention keen socialites, who celebrated in the Moo’s Marquee. The champagne flowed off track, while on track the horses and jockeys battled hard for glory.
Goodtime girls: Meeniyan’s Marilyn McGeary and Nerenda Scholte had a great day out at the Stony Creek races last Tuesday. The women were part of the Moo’s Marquee group.
Grin and win: Race 2 winner Way in the Black strides to the line with a smile on his face ahead of Born This Way and Mucho Caliente.
Loving it: Tidal River’s Sharon Rooney (right) and niece Alexis Beams had a great day out at Stony Creek.
Volleyball hits the beach KORUMBURRA Volleyball held its 20th annual beach volleyball competition at the Inverloch Surf Beach recently. Good conditions with a freshening wind made for a great day at the beach and teams from Latrobe Valley, Melbourne and the local competition, played at Leongatha SPLASH, enjoyed the surf, sand and sun. In the strongest division, Aqua, the younger team called Double Duo were undefeated all day and beat Slap Happy in the grand final
31:28. Double Duo members included Inverloch’s Alek Ryan and friends who have all been playing in beach volleyball leagues in Melbourne over this summer. Skat also had a good day to win the Green division grand final, beating Latrobe Valley team Scrotts 31:21. Local players Rachel, Megan and Rienna looked the part and finally defeated Brats 31: 26 despite losing to them in the round robin. Volleyball is played locally at Leongatha SPLASH on Thursday nights. If you are interested, contact Russell on 0418 301 681.
Aqua division: from left, runnersup Slap Happy Rob Velardo, Ian Jenkins, Aaron Magnusson and winners Double Duo Alek Ryan, Corey Chubb, Riley Parker, Darcy Taig.
Green division: back, from left, winners Skat Tahnee Ashworth, Sally Thomas, Grant Severi, Jonny Kaye, front, runners-up Scrotts Brian Scott, Joey, Linus and Clinton Rodda.
Van Dijk named as wildcard Minister for Sport Hugh Delahunty has announced the Victorian and current Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Junior Champion. Phillip Island surfer Nikki Van Dijk has been named as the recipient of the wildcard entry into the main event of the 2013 Rip Curl Women’s Pro. Minister for Sport Hugh Delahunty made the announcement on Wednesday. Mr Delahunty said Ms Van Dijk was a fabulous addition to this year’s outstanding line-up of Rip Curl Pro competitors. “The Victorian Coalition Government is proud to support the Rip Curl Pro, an event that provides opportunities for young local champions like Ms Van Dijk to shine on the world stage,” he said. “That’s why the Coalition Government is also a sponsor of the Victorian men’s wild card event – the Wingman Trials – which are an integral part of the Rip Curl Pro.” Van Dijk is ranked 14th in the world, only missing out on qualification for the
ASP Women’s World Tour by two spots. She will come up against the best female surfers in the world including Sally Fitzgibbons and five times ASP World Champion Steph Gilmore. Van Dijk has had an incredible 2012, juggling Year 12 commitments and surfing on the Women’s ASP World Qualifying Series whilst taking out the ASP World Junior Championships at Keramas in Bali. “It’s so fun because I’ve got the wildcard the last few years through the trials, but I’ve been really young so it will be good to be a bit older and stronger to compete against the other girls,” said an ecstatic Van Dijk. “It’s awesome to be representing Rip Curl, Surfing Victoria and the whole state. I’m just really excited to surf Bells again, with only a few other people out.” Heat draws will be released closer to the event. The Rip Curl Pro is held at Bells Beach and runs between March 27 and April 1.
Left, Nikki Van Dijk: the young Phillip Island surfer has been named as the wildcard entry in the Rip Curl Women’s Pro at Bells Beach.
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Dressage display at Kardella THERE was a high degree of skill on display at Kardella over the weekend with the Leongatha Equestrian
Club hosting a Jackpot Dressage competition. Riders came from all over Gippsland and the Mornington Peninsula to
ride at the impressive arena and everyone left with a smile on their face. Event secretary said the weather made a difference for the event.
“Thanks to the beautiful weather the weekend went off really well,” she said. Look out for results in next’s week’s Star.
Snooks fights but falls KORUMBURRA’S Marty Snooks bowed out early in his Australian Boxing Title campaign in Adelaide but not without making an impression. In his first fight of the tournament the 14-year-old faced up against the tournament favourite Queenslander Jason Beasley but did not let that deter him. Although Snooks was put on the back foot early he weathered the storm and then came back firing in the later rounds and never gave up. Marty said that it was a hard fight but he enjoyed every minute. “I loved it, I loved the whole atmosphere, it was awesome,” he said. Leongatha based trainer Brad Anderson was ring side for the fight and was very impressed with the way Marty handled himself in the ring against the bigger opponent. “He never looked back and just kept on mixing it up throughout the fight,” he said. “Scott Bindloss, Marty’s other trainer, and myself felt that if he didn’t draw Bea-
Getting ready: Wendy Halma and her horse JayBee Alaria were preparing to ride at Kardella on Saturday. Right, Local rider: Lucy Sawers from Nyora and her horse Jazz.
sley first up he would’ve got through and maybe faced up with him in the final.” Once knocked out Snooks was able to have sparring sessions with other competitors that were knocked out of the tournament. This is where he got to take on some of the high level boxers and test his skills with a variety of fighters. Anderson said the experience was fantastic for the young fighter. “Marty certainly learnt a lot from the week and came to me and Scott knowing where he needs to work and what are his strong points. “He’s got a long way to go but he is very keen and can’t wait to train. “We’ve told him to have a couple of weeks off but he’s liable to turn up to training this week.” Marty is now just concentrating on fighting locally. “I’m just going to concentrate on some normal fights during the year,” he said. “I might go up to Queensland for the Golden Gloves even, but not too sure yet.” Marty has only been boxing for 16 months.
Bassed wins at Norman Bay SOUTH Coast Boardriders held their second contest of the season at Norman Bay, the Prom recently.
Arena side: Sarah Leniz, Jannett Browning and Gayle Lawson-Verdon ring side at the Jackpot Dressage competition at Kardella on the weekend.
SGBD ladies pennant Preliminary final February 12
Big boy: Anthea Wood of Yarragon atop her large horse Queens Bravado at Kardella on the weekend.
Meeniyan Junior Basketball sketball Section 3 Teams 1. Green, Coach: Tim Bright - Jai Bright, Jesse Salmons, Aiden Holwerda, Kayla Redpath, Jake Waldron, Jasmin Mackie, Bianca Proudlock. 2. Blue, Coach: Ellie Scholte - Grace Thorson, Irene Thorson, Mark Beattie, Michael Mowat, Alix Veale, Rory Hanks. 3. Maroon, Coach: Lucas Byrnes Grant Cole, John Phillips, Breeanna Ho-
hmann, Hannah McEwan, Amy Tudor, Stu Bright, Lachlan Elliott. 4. Black, Coach: Liam Harrington Hugh Collins, Jye Davey, Hannah Potter, Elly Jones, Harry VanderZalm, Will McDonald, Beau Davey. February 22 Scorers 1 v 2 - 6.20pm, Salmons/Thorson 3 v 4 - 7pm, Cole/Collins
Division 1: San Remo 69 (6 shots) d Phillip Island 63 (S. Carvosso 28 d P. Francis 22, J. AllenDayle 23 d R. James 17, R. Dennis Denni 18 lt G. Caile 24). Division 1 final (FebruDiv ary 19 19): Wonthaggi v San Remo at Phillip Island. Division 2: Wonthaggi Div 84 (23 (2 shots) d Inverloch 661 (A. Green 34 d P. Stoneham 19, K. Bird 27 Stoneh d V. Muir M 19, D. Yarley 23 drew M. M Flett 23). Division 2 final (FebDiv ruary 19): Loch and District v Wonthaggi at Phillip Island. Division 3: Wonthaggi 52 (17 shots) d Inverloch 35 (G. Mitford 27 d S. Nation 23, G. Wilson 25 d B. Kurrle 12). Division 3 final (February 19): Mirboo North v Wonthaggi at Phillip Island.
A large swell and light on shore winds greeted competitors who made the trek down the scenic drive through Wilsons Prom National Park. The swell was quite large with wave faces up to two times overhead. The cadets were advised not to try to venture out the back and stayed in the shore break. The boys showed some good wave judgment to pick off some nice ones as the strong current pulled them down the beach. In the end George Landy and Aiden Wilson could not be split and shared first place. The cadet girls followed and immediately showed the benefit of the club’s Friday night development program with some great rides. Milly Ellen was judged wipe out of the day with a spectacular nose - dive. Zali Hill was judged overall best but the other girls were very close behind. The over 40s were next in the water, and by this stage the swell was really pumping for the old boys. Jamie Taylor took a big drop on a left hander but could not make it around the section and disappeared in an 8” foot wall of water. He spent the next ten minutes trying to get out the back. Meanwhile Jezza Cicero was determined to make amends after taking the old boys a bit lightly in round one, and dropped in to a big, long left-hander. He executed a high quality re-entry and finished the ride brilliantly with a
floater. The judges were well impressed with 8s and 9s being awarded. Next in the water was the junior final and there were few waves ridden in a close battle. Matt Chalmers opened with the highest scoring wave of the final but had no follow up. Kelly Laity’s consistency and wave sense showed out in the end. The open final was the last for the day, and with the dropping tide conditions were becoming sketchy at best. Derek Bassed read conditions better with one long left-hander ridden all the way to the beach. Dare Ahern showed continued improvement on the board known dubiously as the neck beard and came in second. Overall a good day of surfing went down with the new cadet section being a real high light. Many Thanks to Balin surfing hardware for sponsoring the contest . SCB’s next event is the camping weekend at the prom on March 1-3. It is always a great weekend of waves and socialising, so see our Facebook page for further details. Results: Cadets Boys: Equal 1st G. Landy , A. Wilson 3rd Z. Oneill 4th J Hill. Cadets Girls: 1st Z. Hill 2nd E. Wilson 3rd M. Ellen 4th E. Bassed 5th A. Hill 6th L. Gilliam –Hassal. Open: 1st D. Bassed Equal 2nd D. Ahern, K. Laity 4th J. T. Junior: 1st K. Laity 2nd B. Chalmers 3rd M. Chalmers 4th R. Walker. Over 40s: 1st J. Cicero 2nd J. Taylor 3rd P ONeill 4th Camo Walker.
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Parrots net funding LEONGATHA Football Club has secured funding for new netting behind the goal square at the town end of the ground. The South Gippsland Shire Council has come to the party and will be paying for new netting and installation of protective nets. The current nets have been in tatters and let numerous footballs through on to the cars in the SPLASH carpark, which the council approved and came into operation in 2005. The net was erected to stop cars being damaged. Leongatha Football Club president Mal Mackie said the nets have been getting pretty raggedy over the past few months and is happy that the council are erecting new nets. In the past the club has had to deal with numerous broken windscreens of users of SPLASH and spectators due to the holey nets. “We didn’t want to argue with our spectators so we paid for the first two broken windows, then decided that it wasn’t our problem,” Mr Mackie said. The club then erected a sign that reads: “Please note the Leongatha Football Club will not be held responsible for any damage to vehicles. Park at own risk.” The signs sit at the entrance to the car park. “The next person it happened to we couldn’t pay for it, I’m not sure whether the council paid for it or insurance,” Mr Mackie said. Ian Murphy, council recreation officer has confirmed that the contractor to install the netting has been appointed and that the netting will be erected on February 23 or 24.
Left, New nets coming: Leongatha footballers Daniel Tuckett, Matthew Grylls, Nick Tuckett and Ben Geite are happy that new nets are on the way.
Royal success for Matilda By Sarah Vella MATILDA Longbottom from Cape Liptrap rode her pony, Helden Park Centre Stage or Teddy, to great success at this year’s Royal Melbourne Horse Show, held recently at the Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre.
Go Teddy: Matilda at this year’s Royal Melbourne Horse Show on Teddy, after winning second place in her rider class.
“This Year at the RMHS Teddy and I placed sixth in the led riding pony show hunter 14 to 14.2hh and sixth in his ridden open breed show hunter class,” Matilda said. “We also placed second in my rider 12 and under 14 years in the Pony Club section against 21 others and fifth in the Smartest on Parade. “To compete at such a big show and to do well meant a lot to me and I felt really proud of myself and Teddy. “I was just really thrilled with how Teddy performed and how hard he tried to do well and to be rewarded was amazing.” To prepare for shows and other competitions, Matilda tries to ride Teddy six days a week and keeps him in continuous work, but she also makes sure he doesn’t get bored in the arena. “I walk or canter him round the bush four times a week after working him. I also like to keep him washed
after his exercise as well as cleaning his rugs regularly,” she said. “Also, my coach Matthew (Matt) Archibald regularly helps out, teaching me one to two times a week. I always learn a lot and he is really inspiring.” Matilda said her most memorable achievement to date is probably competing at the Royal Melbourne Show. “Placing second in my rider class at the RMHS in the pony club section two years in a row is also a really great achievement,” she said. “It was also really memorable being invited to the interschool Nationals in the two phase interschool challenge after only having Teddy for three months last year.” Matilda has owned Teddy since April 2012 and since then; they have had a lot of fun together. “He is really lovely to ride and is very cute and he loves to nudge me. He loves his ears being scratched and receiving lots of cuddles,” she said. “He works really well and tries really hard to do as I ask. Teddy and I especially love riding at the farm and moving dad’s sheep. “Teddy loves his food and hay and he will always neigh when we open the float door. He is a real character and I love him so much, but don’t get in his way when he’s eating his dinner!” Matilda has aspirations of one
day competing in the Olympics in Dressage for Australia. “I would also really like to compete in the Garryowen. It will be lots of hard work but I just love riding so much,” she said. “I like it when my pony is working well and is being happy and loved, that makes me feel really good too.” When Matilda and Teddy are not strutting their stuff in the show ring, they also enjoy competing in dressage. “We regularly do interschool dressage days and I also enjoy watching Three Day Events, because I think event riders and their horses are amazing doing three different disciplines,” she said. “I have three special friends, Georgia, Nikki and Bec who are eventers and I love watching them on their amazing big horses.” Matilda has more competitions coming up over the coming months, including the Foster Agricultural Show on Saturday. “We also have a few dressage competitions coming up and in March we are competing in the Equestrian Victoria horse of the year show at Werribee Park,” she said. “I am so lucky to have the opportunity to ride (thank you mum and dad) and I love Teddy so very much. I love competing on him and it is so fun no matter how I go.”