The Great Southern Star - February 26, 2013

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Show colours Foster

FOSTER Show organisers were pleased with the public’s support of the annual event on Saturday.

About 1500 people passed through the gates, eager to see special guest, singer and comedian Greg Champion.

Entries in the exhibition shed were up on last year and a new carrot cake competition attracted 19 entries.

Zalia Cowel and Bella Kent, both from Leongatha, were among the visitors to find fun at the show. More photos on pages 14 and 15.

People power 4215 sign roads petition

By Jane Ross MORE than 4000 people have signed a petition calling on the Victorian Legislative Assembly to properly repair South Gippsland’s roads.

paper. Public anger did the rest.

Fellow agitator Lisa Burge, who spends half her life on the phone complaining to VicRoads, said she’s “blown away” by the number of signatures on the petition.

“It proves how many disgruntled road users there are. If the government doesn’t do something it shows how ignorant they are. Road safety is the most important thing.”

Speaking on Friday about a fatal accident at Foster North the previous day, Ms Burge said, “I think after yesterday’s road tragedy it reiterates how important this is.”

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FIX OUR ROADS

The petition began circulating across South Gippsland on February 5 and was wound up on Friday, February 22.

Organiser Margaret Denbrok of Leongatha was thrilled with the response.

She said she didn’t have to do any doorknocking to achieve the result.

All it took was around 20 clipboards and sheets of

Please act: Lisa Burge and her six year old daughter Sienna with roads petition organiser Margaret Denbrok and the many sheets of a signed petition calling for action to repair South Gippsland’s roads.

Mossvale magic

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Barnaby to visit

Film fun

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Musical marvel MUSIC for the People at Mossvale Park was another great success on Sunday.

Around 1500 people managed to find a comfortable spot in the shade, sitting

back to relax and enjoy the variety of music performed throughout the day at the Berrys Creek venue.

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Gippsland Shire Brass Band kicked off the day with fantastic performances, before the Victorian Concert Orchestra wowed the crowd with a first class show.

For the first time, students from Leongatha and St Laurence’s primary schools joined the concert orchestra, singing a variety of songs.

The children and audience members enjoyed the new addition, which organisers hope will continue at future events.

The event would not have been possible with-

out the help of volunteers, including the Leongatha Lions Club and the Leongatha and District Historical Society, who held tours around the park during the interludes.

Gippy Ride Share had a display stand at the event, promoting the new initiative supported by the South Gippsland Shire Council.

Mossvale Park: Vicki Neal, David Harvey and Coral Johnston from St Peter’s Guild took a break from feeding the hungry musicians to enjoy the music.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 3

Horrific collision claims life

By Jacob de Kunder A LEONGATHA woman died in a fatal collision involving a street sweeper and another vehicle on Thursday.

The 59 year old was travelling east along the South Gippsland Highway near Foster North in her Toyota sedan around 8am when her car was crushed by the truck, police said.

She was identified by police as Dorothy Bullen.

Police said it appears the woman was overtaken on double lines near the Lundstroms Road intersection by a

black BMW sedan also travelling east along the highway.

The BMW, driven by a 22 year old Port Welshpool man, then collided head on with a street sweeper travelling west on the highway, police believe.

Police said this caused the street sweeper to lose control, collide, rollover and crush the Toyota sedan, resulting in the death of the woman.

The driver of the street sweeper, a 58 year old woman from Glengarry, received minor injuries and was taken to Leongatha Memorial Hospital.

The driver of the BMW was conveyed to the South Gippsland Hospital in Foster with leg injuries.

Police believe the road was wet at the time of the incident but there was no rain.

“I want to put out the message that you have to be so cautious on these roads,” Det Sgt Newman said.

“There’s a lot at stake, particularly on these 100km/h roads.”

Det Sgt Newman said all charges will be subject to an investigation by the MCIU, which is set to take about a month.

The South Gippsland Highway was blocked from 8am to 4.45pm, with traffic being diverted by police and CFA members.

South Gippsland Shire Council,

Detective Sergeant David Newman of the Major Collision Investigation Unit is leading the team who will determine what exactly happened in the incident.

Speaking to The Star at the scene Det Sgt Newman said the incident was quite horrific.

“It looks like the driver of the BMW may have overtaken a couple of vehicles in a similar manner prior to this collision occurring,” he said.

“We are calling for witnesses who may have been overtaken by the BMW. “Speed doesn’t seem to be a factor at this point but these roads are governed by double white lines.”

which owns the street sweeper involved, sent condolences to the family of the deceased woman.

“Such tragedies remind us of the fragility of life and the need to take care on our roads,” council CEO Tim Tamlin said.

“Our own employee, who was taken to hospital for observation, was released late yesterday (Thursday) afternoon and is continuing to receive support from us during this difficult time.”

Investigators are appealing for any witnesses to the collision to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit their website at www.crimestoppers. com.au.

Emergency closure will pressure ambos

Last week the government did a back flip on its previous plan to strip $107 million from the state hospital system, with $375,000 thought lost to Wonthaggi Hospital.

But the hospital is still looking at plans to close its emergency department at night, a move that would see already stressed South Gippsland ambos stretched to the limit.

The crisis has occurred at the same time as Leongatha Memorial Hospital plans to drop its workload by about 10 per cent. CEO Gary Templeton said the hospital had been doing more jobs than its budget allowed.

While Federal Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent expressed hopes that the money would avert a crisis locally, Bass Coast Regional Health (BCRH) CEO Lea Pope said on Thursday it was too early to determine how the back down would impact on the hospital.

“There is no information available at this stage other than what we have heard in the media,” Ms Pope said.

The hospital is already on the back foot financially, carrying a $1.8 million debt from the 2011-12 fiscal year.

Ambulance Employees Australia – Victoria secretary Steve McGhie said last week

He said all health services are intertwined and an impact on one has a domino effect on the others.

Mr Broadbent said the money flowing back into the system would inevitably ease pressure on Wonthaggi Hospital, and others in the region.

“Wonthaggi won’t be put under the pressure it was already under. It means that all my hospitals can go to the budget they were on, which is really important for people on waiting lists,” he said.

“When the Federal Government announced this as a rescue package for Victoria’s hospitals, I thought, ‘Don’t make me laugh. Don’t give me spin like that.’ Victorians and Australians are sick of that spin. You took the money away, we complained. You gave us that money back, and now you’re trying to

say it’s a rescue package.

“Shake my other leg, for heaven’s sake. Do they think we are just stupid? Because we’re not.”

Leongatha Hospital CEO Gary Templeton said that despite the reduced workload, there would not be any major cuts to the hospital’s units, including essential chemotherapy services.

The biggest challenge facing staff and patients during the next financial year will be the three week move (probably in August), to the new hospital, he said.

“We’ll need to look at what we’re doing during that period and it will certainly be an interesting challenge.

It’s going to impact on us,” Mr Templeton said.

Mr Templeton said that during the move there would be a closure of the hospital’s surgery for up to two weeks.

Tragic collision: the South Gippsland Highway was littered with debris after a fatal crash on Thursday near Foster.

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A REINJECTION of millions of dollars of Federal Government funding may have come too late for Wonthaggi Hospital and local paramedics.

closing emergency at night would “certainly put extra pressure” on the ambulance service because patients would have to be transported to hospitals in Melbourne, taking ambulances “out of the area for a considerable time”.

“That puts patients and lives at risk. It’s not ideal for good health services for Wonthaggi and surrounds.”

Ms Pope has promised to let the public know as soon as a decision is made.

Financial issues are sure to be high on the agenda when State Health Minister David Davis visits on Thursday, February 28 to officially open the renovated BreastScreen clinic within Wonthaggi Hospital (see separate article). Ms Pope said she and the board would meet with Mr Davis to discuss a range of issues.

Mr McGhie said Ambulance Victoria now offers “reasonable coverage” of South Gippsland “but the demand is always growing” and any additional pressures have an impact.

A soon-to-be-opened 90-bed aged care facility on Phillip Island will create further demand.

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By Jane Ross and Matt Dunn

PAGE 4 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Super races to stay on Island SOUTH Gippsland will reap the economic benefits of the World Superbike Championships with Sunday’s announcement the event will stay at Phillip Island for another three years.

Victoria’s reputation for world-class major events has received a further boost with the Victorian Coalition Government announcing Phillip Island will host the Superbike FIM World (SBK) annually through to 2017.

Bass MLA Ken Smith made the announcement on behalf of Tourism and Major Events Minister Louise Asher at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit on Sunday.

Mr Smith said the Coalition Government recognises the importance of this world class event to the local regional economy.

According to an Ernst and Young report, Phillip Island’s hosting of World Superbikes will deliver an economic benefit to Victoria

in the range of $22 million per annum.

Mr Smith said the prestigious international event had become synonymous with Phillip Island, as not only the perfect vehicle to showcase Victoria’s world-class motorsports infrastructure to the rest of the world, but Phillip Island’s strong naturebased tourism experiences.

“Phillip Island plays an important role in positioning Victoria as having exceptional nature-based experiences to both domestic and international markets, with the Phillip Island Nature Park one of the state’s key tourism attractions,” Mr Smith said.

Mr Smith said along with the Motorcycle Grand Prix and the V8 Supercars, major events such as the World Superbikes have positioned Phillip Island and Victoria, as Australia’s motorsport mecca. The Superbike Championships have been held annually at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit since 1990.

The announcement follows last year’s $3 million

upgrade to the 4.5km Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit by Linfox Property Group.

Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit managing director Fergus Cameron said it was always the aim to ensure the Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit remained one of the world’s great motorcycle meccas.

“World Superbikes locked in and ready to race till 2017 ensures sensational action for years to come for both riders and fans, and gives us the confidence to further invest in the track and its facilities,” he said.

Javier Alonso, managing director of DORNA Group, the global rights holder of the Superbikes World Series said Phillip Island is a special place, a unique track in a unique location.

“The Island always delivers intense competition, with its long straight and fast flowing turns. It’s a great test for riders and a challenge for teams,” Mr Alonso said.

“The result is thrilling racing for fans whether they are cheering trackside or watching on television from anywhere around the globe.”

Economic boost: Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit managing director Fergus Cameron, Bass MLA Ken Smith and managing director of DORNA Group Javier Alonso are thrilled Phillip Island will stage the World Superbikes for the next three years.

Railway seeks council help THE volunteers of the region’s tourist railway need help to maintain the 36km of track between Leongatha and Nyora.

Members of South Gippsland Tourist Railway asked South Gippsland Shire Council for help at last Wednesday’s public presentation session in Leongatha.

Railway leaders requested council buy 250 new sleepers a year at a cost of $20,000 annually.

Cr Andrew McEwen said council was already under financial pressure.

Railway volunteers are also responsible for four stations, including the heritage listed Korumburra station.

The group has 100 members and carries more than 5000 passengers a year,

running tourist trains every Sunday and also Wednesday during the school holidays, plus charters, driver experiences and trolley rides.

“In March, we will be running trains every second day,” the railway’s Peter Hinksman said.

The railway needs more younger volunteers but finds that difficult in an era where young people in South Gippsland are not familiar with a public railway service.

Other issues facing the railway are: bridge maintenance, rolling stock upkeep, rising costs and service charges for four crossings on the line.

The railway supports the use of the Leongatha Railway Station as the site of a proposed youth centre and also linking the station with the start of the Great Southern Rail Trail, providing a safe

Seeking help: Adrian Ponton of the Department of Transport with South Gippsland Tourist Railway member Peter Hinksman (centre) and president Tony Nye asked South Gippsland Shire Council for support last week. pedestrian link.

Adrian Ponton, of the Department of Transport, said tourist railways offer people the chance to share

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Railway president Tony Nye added: “We do most of the activities that a men’s shed would do. We also maintain a state asset and a number of heritage sites. We have a growing membership and we are increasing their skills.”

Ink on show

MEENIYAN’S Jemma Cornell is taking her body art to the big league as she prepares for the Miss Ink competition this weekend.

Jemma has put herself in for the Victorian section of the tattoo pageant at the Espy Hotel in St Kilda this Saturday night.

The 26 year old is set to show off her full colourful sleeve on her right arm and her new piece on her right thigh.

After getting a few what Jemma calls “tiny” tattoos, a death in the family a few years ago led to the beginning of her sleeve.

“It all started when my dad passed away.

The whole top half is a tribute piece to him,” she explained.

“When I saw my dad last he had this drawing that he drew of three roses and I just really wanted to get that as a tattoo. I couldn’t find the exact picture so I got three roses

and other things connected to him.

“He died on a Harley Davison so I incorporated the Harley eagles into the roses as well.”

From there, Jemma’s passion for tattoos grew.

“I just got addicted after that and after I finished what I needed to do for the tribute, I thought I’d just keep going,” she said.

“From there I just added things that meant things to me and hidden things as well. Some parts are just random, things I just liked and got on a whim.”

Jemma’s leg piece is still under construction, with a lady, roses and patterns.

“It’s not like skulls and bones or anything though; she has a whole face,” he said.

“I have left it openended at the bottom so that may continue down my leg in the future.”

Jemma has a range of little tattoos all over her body as well, including the word ‘smile’ on her right index finger.

As a photographer this is her shutter button finger and it encourages her subjects to smile when in her lens.

Even though Jemma has some quite substantial artwork on her body, she is not sure how she will go against other competitors.

“I feel like I have a 50 cent piece compared to what some of the girls will have,” she said.

“It’ll be fun though.

For me it’s about self confidence and just a fun night to be with similar people as well.”

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 5

Barnaby to visit Facebook fury

NATIONAL Party Federal Senator Barnaby Joyce will host a lunch at the Leongatha RSL on March 5 from noon.

The high-profile politician comes to the region at the behest of Member for Gippsland Darren Chester and Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent.

The Queenslandbased senator is wellknown for his outspoken manner and is keen to discuss opportunities for the future growth of

South Gippsland, Mr Chester said.

In addition to the luncheon, Mr Chester has arranged to take Senator Joyce on a tour of Yarram small businesses and meet with Wellington Shire Council to discuss regional development.

“With the election date announced, there’s no better time to have Barnaby in South Gippsland speaking with local residents about a Coalition Government’s plans for regional development,” Mr Chester said.

Ready to talk: Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester (right) is bringing Queensland Senator Barnaby Joyce to Gippsland in the first week of March for a tour of the region.

“He isn’t afraid to speak his mind and he has a strong reputation for standing up on behalf of regional Australia and demanding our fair share.

“If the Coalition is elected into government in September, Barnaby will have a prominent role in helping regional communities to prosper in the 21st century.”

Mr Chester said the Leongatha lunch would be “a great opportunity

for South Gippslanders to meet with Barnaby and share their ideas for the future of the region”.

Lunch with Barnaby Joyce starts at noon and costs $20 per head with light lunch provided and drinks at bar prices.

Anyone interested in attending should contact Ed Hanley (5664 4344), Adrian Harris (5664 5420) or Meree Bath (5664 2350) before Friday, March 1, 2013.

Prom fire A CAR fire caused a blaze at Wilsons Promontory National Park yesterday (Monday).

The fire was contained to less than a hectare.

The road to Tidal River was closed between 11.45am-2.15pm.

DSE fire management officer David Gallacher said the weather was in firefighters’ favour.

“It could have taken off. Fortunately there was little wind so it did not move very fast uphill but it could have. We jumped on it very quickly,” he said.

The blaze was started by a car fire on the Tidal River road and occurred in an area burnt during 2009. Fortunately there was minimum fuel.

Parks Victoria crews from Tidal River and Foster attended, along with CFA crews from Yanakie and Fish Creek.

By Matt Dunn

TWO local businesspeople say they have been defamed on Facebook site, Sth Gippsland Praise and Shame.

And while a disclaimer on the site says “business may join and have a right of reply” to negative comments, neither of the businesspeople who spoke to The Star had any idea they had been criticised until told by friends.

The site is for “members only”.

Two Star journalists were members of the site until one was blocked and the other was removed as a member. The first voiced concerns on the site that a business was being unfairly slandered. The other posted questions to administrator Ian Gardener asking about the potential legal pitfalls of administering the site.

A later call to Mr Gardener asking for comment elicited a terse response: “I’m not interested.”

“The only reason I found out about the criticism was because a friend of mine did a Google search on our business,” one business owner said.

“All this criticism of my business came up.

I’ve been here six years

and my customers mean a lot to me and this business means a lot to me.

So to see that was very disappointing.”

While other posts have been taken down – including an expletiveladen stoush between a member who disparaged a local business, and a defender of the business, who called the complainant a trouble maker – the one that makes disparaging comments about her business remains.

Another businessperson who believes he was slandered on the site, posted his own Facebook message to friends complaining that Mr Gardener “allows people within his group to bad mouth local businesses, governments and even individual people and does not inform the targets of the postings or invite a response by them”.

“Users can join the group but if he doesn’t like a response/retort he

deletes and blocks that person,” the businessperson stated.

Tim Finney, a Slater and Gordon lawyer who specialises in legal matters around social media, said websites like Sth Gippsland Praise and Shame could be at risk of litigation.

“Being a closed, members only site may limit the potential damage in an instance of defamation, but allowing a right of reply is irrelevant.

What you say in the first instance is what matters,” he said.

“With something like Facebook it will come down to what extent the administrators have oversight of the material that has appeared on the site at the time and before it goes up – and, if they do receive a complaint, how quickly they respond.”

PAGE 6 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Festival an international affair

THE Wonthaggi International Film Festival lived up to its name last weekend, with plenty of international guests attending moving screenings.

Around 200 movie goers flocked to the opening on Friday night to see the film NO, with some guests originating from as far as France, Chile and the United States.

Wonthaggi Cinema owner operator and event organiser Keith Stevens said the festival was a great weekend.

“It was very well received and everybody enjoyed themselves,” he said.

“All the films we screened, everybody gave them a positive. Everyone had a wonderful time.”

Mr Stevens said numbers were up on last year’s event, with over 200 watching the closing film, Save your Legs on Sunday.

Eight films were screened in total over the weekend.

• More photos in next week’s Star.

Left, Wonthaggi International Film Festival: Katrina Maxwell, Jodie Dalmau, Rosemary Daniel and Kate Edwards, all from Inverloch, enjoyed a glass of wine at the opening of the festival last Friday night.

Holiday program cancelled PARENTS will be left without a school holiday care program for their children after it became unviable.

The vacation care program at South Gippsland SPLASH leisure centre in Leongatha will no longer be offered.

The program provided qualified supervision and care of school age children between 8am – 6pm during school holidays.

Council figures show that 210 children attended the program over 15 days in January. In September 2012, 177 children attended over 10 days and in July 2012, 169 children took part, also over 10 days.

In conjunction with South Gippsland Shire Council, the YMCA has completed a review of all aspects of the vacation care program run at South Gippsland SPLASH. A spokesperson for the YMCA said: “It was ascertained that the current space and facilities

available did not allow for the vacation care program to be run at the quality and service level required and, as a result, the YMCA will be unable to offer this program in the future.”

Council’s Jeannie Hicks said under the contract with council, the YMCA was under no obligation to provide the program.

“Due to increasing regulation requirements and decreasing attendance they have decided that is no longer viable to continue to provide the program,” she said.

Parent Jodie Duckworth was disappointed by the decision.

“My daughter Tori is in her sixth year of attending the SPLASH School Holiday Program and my son Aaron is in his third year. It’s been a lifesaver,” she said.

“They are too old for day care but too young to be left at home alone.

The program offers a wide range of activities including excursions. My kids love it.

“Casual after school care was cancelled last year and now this. Are we supposed to quit our jobs and stay home or leave the

kids at home alone?

“I only get four weeks leave a year and that’s not enough to cover all the school holidays.”

Desal fire NO one was injured in a freak fire at the Wonthaggi Desalination Plant on Friday.

One of six main electrical transformers at the transfer pumping station suffered a fault that led to a fire starting inside the transformer, shortly after 2.30pm.

The fault also initiated an automatic shut-down of the transformer.

An Aquasure spokesperson said a fire alarm was raised and the CFA were contacted as defined in the Emergency Response Plan for the plant.

“The transformer was electrically isolated and the localised fire in the top of the transformer was extinguished by the CFA,” they said.

“The automated monitoring, control and safety systems that are part of the Victorian Desalination Project operated as they are intended, and the power to the affected unit was shut down prior to the arrival of the CFA. “There were no injuries, no environmental damage and the operating capacity of the plant has not been affected. The physical damage has been isolated to portions of one transformer.”

The cause of the fire has yet to be determined and is currently under investigation.

The spokesperson said there have been no similar previous incidents and this was the first event of its kind.

“As a precaution, inspection of all other similar equipment is ongoing,” they said.

GippsTAFE stays strong

By Jane Ross GIPPSTAFE enrolments are three per cent higher than this time last year, confounding predictions of disaster following drastic State Government funding cuts.

GippsTAFE CEO Peter Whitley is agreeably delighted with the result.

He said he’s surprised and optimistic.

“It’s a very good outcome. We were predicting a 10 to 15 per cent decrease.

“It’s exceedingly encouraging despite the fact fees have gone up – some have risen three fold, others by 100 per cent.”

Dr Whitley said more students are accessing VET (Vocational Education and Training) fee help which is akin to HECS for university students.

He’s not sure why enrolments (which still have a fortnight to run) are so strong, but suggested it could be a combination of people enrolling earlier and their wish to gain or increase qualifications in a time of economic downturn.

The institute is looking to shore up

its future by increasing its overseas presence.

Fresh from a business trip to Malaysia, Dr Whitley said GippsTAFE was hoping to double or even treble the 200 students it has at a skills centre over there.

The institute has been running courses in Malaysia for the past five years.

“It has gone from strength to strength – we hope it will gain extra strength.”

Diplomas in process plant technology and instrumentation focus on the oil and gas industry and there is also a diploma of business.

With GippsTAFE providing the education, Dr Whitley said that is bringing revenue into Australia and also means “we can sell some of our intellectual property to the Malaysians”.

The overseas link also helps ensure GippsTAFE’s future.

He said Malaysia appreciates the value of and has great admiration for Australian education.

Dr Whitley added the Malaysian Government is putting money into increasing its workforce of technologists because that’s what is driving their economy.

BreastScreen upgrade lures health minister

By Jane Ross STATE Health Minister David Davis will officially open the revamped BreastScreen clinic in Wonthaggi on Thursday.

Bass Coast Regional Health (BCRH) CEO Lea Pope said $462,000 was spent on new equipment, installation and staff training.

The funding is part of a statewide Department of Health BreastScreen upgrade.

New digital mammography equipment has been installed at Wonthaggi which will improve scan quality and enable radiographers to see straight away whether a scan needs re-doing. Previously, women had to wait until the scan was processed.

Ms Pope said the change would pro-

vide greater comfort for women.

Between January 1 last year and January 1 this year, 1621 women used the Wonthaggi BreastScreen service.

She said the equipment and associated infrastructure upgrade was jointly managed by BCRH and BreastScreen Victoria.

Ms Pope explained BreastScreen in Wonthaggi is provided by Bass Coast Radiology (formerly called Wonthaggi Specialist Imaging) through a subcontracted arrangement. But the equipment is publicly funded and needs to be owned by a public hospital with a service contract to be between BreastScreen Victoria and a public hospital.

Ms Pope said the upgrade is a “significant project” and she is pleased Mr Davis has chosen to visit Wonthaggi to launch the digital machine.

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She said our roads are dangerous enough without the added burden of myriad craters and potholes.

Ms Denbrok, who does her own fair share of complaining to VicRoads, said she circulated the petition because she thought “somebody had to do something”.

“Everyone has been talking about the bad state of the roads but that doesn’t get them fixed.”

She has nine grandchildren and she’s constantly worried about family and friends – indeed anyone – coming to grief

in a pothole.

Tired of hearing constantly about craters stretching the width of some roads, potholes, repairs that break up soon after they’ve been done and poor drainage, Ms Denbrok decided to act.

She and Ms Burge are hoping to personally hand the many signed petition sheets to Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan.

Ms Denbrok said she wanted to thank those who had signed the petition and the businesses willing to have the clipboards on their counters.

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Minister silent FIX OUR ROADS

By Matt Dunn ROADS Minister Terry Mulder has refused to answer claims that VicRoads contractors are not properly fixing potholes because they bear the cost of using extra materials.

Hole-y hell: Meeniyan resident John Mackie believes a pothole on the Meeniyan Mirboo North Road is a potential death trap.

The Star believes VicRoads contractors are not fixing South Gippsland’s potholes properly because often they do not have enough ‘hot mix’ on board for specified jobs.

Under their agreements with VicRoads, finite amounts are allocated for each job and if any more is used it comes out of the contractors’ pockets.

Therefore, potholes are sometimes only partially filled.

Neither can contractors arbitrarily fix potholes and other roads problems in the vicinity of existing jobs. Instead, they are forced to travel to the next job if it takes them miles on their list, even e problems. away from closer cl comes via a The information info man who has ha spoken extensively to about the challenges facing contractors ab them in South Gippsland.

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answers to its queries last week - and despite repeated calls to Mr Mulder’s media officer - the Roads Minister has remained unavailable for comment.

Eastern regional director Sebastian Motto has also refused to confirm the claims.

RACV manager roads and traffic Dave Jones said photographic evidence from the region, which the automotive insurer was using as part of a Facebook campaign calling for more roads funding, showed repairs to potholes were being done over and over again.

“We’ve come to the conclusion that the methods they’re using to repair the potholes are not adequate as a long term solution,” he said.

“Some of the roads are so bad, it’s almost like trying to hold it in a relatively safe condition until the next repair comes. It seems they can’t afford to put a new surface on to provide proper waterproofing and to restore a road’s shape. The repair of potholes is a holding measure.”

Meeniyan resident John Mackie said two large potholes on the Meeniyan Mirboo North Road – which had been repaired collectively about five times in recent months - were putting schoolchildren at risk, with buses, trucks and cars all forced to dodge oncoming traffic.

“I’m not worried for myself, because we don’t go down that way very often, but there’s two school buses going up and down that road every day,” he said.

“You meet a truck trying to dodge the hole as well and you’ve got potentially lethal problem.”

Dumbalk carpenter PaulVandermeer

also believes the road is a potential death trap. Like Mr Mackie he fears for the safety of children, including his son, who travel on the school bus to Tarwin Valley Primary School each week day.

“I think it’s a matter of time before there’s a fatality on the roads,” he said.

Mr Vandermeer is worried about the crumbling state of the Meeniyan Mirboo North Road, but believes the whole region is at risk, especially with winter approaching.

He wrote off his car in recent weeks near Fish Creek on the much-maligned Meeniyan Promontory Road, when his trailer hit a pothole.

“The one in Fish Creek was small in diameter, but really deep. I hit it and it dislodged the trailer from the tow ball.

Luckily it was still held by a chain,” he said.

“I slowed down as easily as I could but the trailer ended up smashing into the back of the car, which was a writeoff.”

Mr Motta said maintenance funding was “being prioritised to ensure the continued safe operation of our arterial roads and bridges”.

“Where sections of road have deteriorated, like some of the roads in South Gippsland, including the Meeniyan - Mirboo North Road, they are managed with short term safety repairs and signage to warn users of potential changes in conditions, until more significant repairs can be undertaken,” he said.

“Drain cleaning has been completed along the Meeniyan Mirboo North Road to better drain surface water away from the road.”

Millions needed Pothole patrol goes viral

By Brad Lester

Council’s operations manager Fred Huitema outlined the additional spending needed during a presentation to councillors in Leongatha last Wednesday.

That followed the success of a trial road maintenance initiative from July to December last year to repair potholes and 140 landslips after severe rain and storms during 2011 and 2012.

Council had a backlog of 1000 outstanding customer requests and has reduced that to 400 by using new maintenance schedules and spending an extra $1 million on paying contractors to undertake works. That sum equates to a three per cent rate rise.

The success of the trial prompted the prospect of extra funding to continue the successful techniques of the trial.

“If we do not do the work, the condition of our road network will get to the stage where it will get lower and lower because it will bite us again in the future,” Mr Huitema said.

Under the trial, council workers visited areas more frequently and addressed road issues before they became a major problem, rather than reacting to issues.

“Since the Road Management Act was introduced, the focus across the industry has shifted towards risk management (reactive maintenance),” Mr Huitema said.

“The revised zone maintenance program is intended to shift the focus back to preventing defects, therefore allowing a more efficient and effective allocation of resources by being proactive.

“The overall intention is to eliminate the risks before they present, as opposed to reacting to the risk they come about.”

From The Star’s Facebook page

Tell us what you think RACV manager roads and traffic Dave Jones believes VicRoads may not be alerting drivers to many of the hazards on South Gippsland’s crumbling roads network.

“The feeling from some of my staff who had a look at the South Gippsland Highway was that while some hazards were preceded with warning signs, others weren’t,” he said.

“It could be that VicRoads is not aware of many of them. That’s a rational explanation. But your readers have a much wider exposure to the roads network. I’d like to know if they think it’s adequate.”

Join the discussion online at: facebook.com/ TheGreatSouthernStar

By Matt Dunn SOUTH Gippsland’s crumbling roads have inspired an RACV Facebook campaign designed to turn up the heat on politicians ahead of the state budget.

RACV Pothole Patrol came to fruition after the automotive insurer examined complaints from the region and took a swathe of photos at potential accident hot spots along the South Gippsland Highway. Now – according to RACV manager roads and traffic Dave Jones – the voluminous photographic evidence is being put through a “filtering process”.

“We don’t want to overwhelm the site with just one road,” said.

Mr Jones said many people would not get a true idea of just how bad road conditions were in the region until they saw the images – or lived here.

“It made us realise that we needed to start a Facebook campaign, to make us see, through photos that when people in South Gippsland complain about potholed roads they’re not talking about something that is 10 centimetres wide, they’re talking about something that may be several metres,” he said.

Mr Jones said people’s alerts on dodgy roads would be followed by the ‘pothole patrol’: “Unless VicRoads beats us to it and gets them patched before we get there.”

“We’re hoping that the Facebook site is a way that the community can be our eyes and ears. We don’t have the resources to cover the road network the way the community can,” he said.

“We’re hoping they can publish the photos to get a snapshot of just how bad things have become.

Otherwise it’s just a talk amongst people of dollars and rough roads.

It’s not until you see the images that hits home about what we’re talking about.

“There’s the risk of damage to your car, but if you’re a motorcyclist hitting one in the dark can have fatal consequences.

It’s a pretty serious issue.”

Mr Jones said he had the feeling a groundswell of local campaigns were gathering momentum.

Leongatha’s Lisa Burge already has already launched a Facebook campaign, and has drawn hundreds of likes on her campaign to push the State Government to change legislation that defines “repair” as the erection of warning signs along damaged roads.

Another Facebook site, VicRoads you owe us, is also recording lots of traffic.

“We’re hoping with the RACV behind this issue, and the state-wide exposure, we can really elevate it to front of mind as politicians are debating the state budget,” Mr Jones said.

“We’re putting the RACV brand behind the campaign to give it a higher profile than what the local

sites and media might be able to generate. Local MPs either fend it off or they have no influence. Hopefully, with our exposure, we can lift it to that next level and get some serious attention to the issue.”

Shadow Roads Minister Luke Donnellan believes that if VicRoads’ maintenance funding had not been slashed, South Gippsland’s roads would be in a far better state.

“Maintenance has been dropped by a massive 40 per cent across the region. Then the minister indicates to everyone that there are rain events which are causing all this damage,” he said.

“Why then would you have a contorted logic whereby you say, yes there are going to be more problems but I’m going to cut maintenance funding by 40 per cent?

“It’s an absolutely bizarre response to a serious issue.

Unfortunately Peter Ryan (Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South) hasn’t got in there and pushed for the region.”

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Cooking up solar storm A SOLAR-POWERED Bunurong Environment Centre was the setting for Inverloch’s first ever Summer Solar barbecue last Sunday.

The event was attended by Bass Coast councillors, local solar installers, community groups and over 100 plus local residents.

Organised by the national renewable energy campaign, 100% Renewable and the South Gippsland Conservation Society, the barbecue celebrated the popularity of solar in Bass Coast and the benefits it was bringing to householders here and across Australia.

New data released also showed that there were 13,753 homes in

the federal electorate of McMillan which now have either solar power or solar hot water systems installed on their homes.

“There are now 13,753 householders in the electorate of McMillan - and 1.5 million homes all around the country - who have chosen to take back control over their energy bills by installing solar,” South Gippsland Conservation Society president Dave Sutton said.

“We also crunched the numbers from the Office of the Clean Energy Regulator which showed that by January 2013 there were 1948 solar PV in systems with a capacity of 4.8MW and a further 1356 solar hot water installations in the municipality of Bass Coast.”

Mr Sutton was delighted that local councillors Neil Rankine and Jordan Crugnale came along to hear the “great news”.

“We have been kindly invited to deliver a certificate with the results on the number of local solar homes to our MP, Russell Broadbent,” he said.

“In this election year we know people will be looking to see which politicians are going to help them manage their energy bills and reduce our dependence on burning fossil fuels.

“We look forward to working with Mr Broadbent to ensure that every Australian can have solar panels on their rooftop and work towards having 100 per cent renewable energy to power Australia.”

Forward thinking: John Coulter from Cape Paterson, Jessica Harrison from Wonthaggi, Bass Coast Councillor Neil Rankine, South Gippsland Conservation Society president Dave Sutton and Ray Astbury from Cowes show off a stew bubbling away thanks to solar power at the Summer Solar barbecue in Inverloch last Sunday.

POLICE BRIEFS Booze bust in Meeniyan

A 50-YEAR-OLD Koonwarra man was apprehended by police in Meeniyan on Sunday after tip-offs from motorists concerned with his erratic driving.

The man blew just under 0.3 when breathalysed.

The man has had his licence suspended and will face the Korumburra Magistrates Court soon.

Repeat offender A 25 YEAR OLD South Gippsland man was picked up by police on Saturday.

He will be charged for driving while suspended,

using false plates and driving an unregistered vehicle.

Shoplifters lifted A TRIO of female shoplifters will face the Korumburra Magistrates Court after raids in Leongatha and Inverloch on Tuesday, February 19.

The women – made up of a 22 year old, a 19 year old from Leongatha and another woman from Inverloch - are accused of systematically raiding department stores in Wonthaggi. Police found large quantities of goods at the premises.

Bin plunder THIEVES plundered a business in Inverloch Road, Wonthaggi, between 5pm on February 20 and 7.30am on February 21, using Sulo bins to carry away a booty of power tools.

The offenders parked a vehicle at the end of Watt Street, Wonthaggi, near the pumping station and walked along a gravel path to the premises.

They cut a wire fence to the business yard, taking seven Sulo bins. The thieves then smashed a hole in the brick wall of the business premises, using a sledgehammer cov-

ered in a t-shirt to muffle the sound.

Entry was gained through the hole in the wall and the offenders stole a large number of power tools, which they carried back to their car in the Sulo bins.

tensively damaged and the Wonthaggi CFA attended and extinguished the fire. The offender has been charged with criminal damage by fire and bailed to appear at Korumburra Magistrates Court on February 21.

Car fire

Bear Gully theft

A 50 YEAR OLD man has been charged with setting fire to his brother’s Holden station wagon in White Road, Wonthaggi at 3am on February 24.

The offender had been staying with his brother, 43, in a unit in White Road. The incident occurred after the pair had an argument.

The vehicle was ex-

THIEVES stole a portable fridge, valued at $1000, from the Bear Gully camp grounds between 2am and 4am on February 23.

The fridge was at the rear of a camper trailer owned by Luther College.

Students were camping at the campgrounds overnight.

Noticeboard

PUBLIC EXHIBITION: AMENDMENT C77 (EASTERN DISTRICT URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORKS) Council has received an application to rezone 25 Welshpool Rd Toora (Prom View Lodge site), to Rural Activity Zone as part of Amendment C77. Submissions can be mailed to 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 5.00pm on Tues 12 March. A copy of the revised zoning map can be viewed at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au via link to 'Documents currently on Exhibition,' or in hard copy at Council and Toora P.O. (Landowners and occupiers in the immediate vicinity of the site have been notified by mail).

NOMINATIONS SOUGHT Council is seeking nominations for the Toora Tennis Reserve Section 86 Special Committee of Management. Contact Dana on 5662 9384 if you are interested, or volunteer@southgippsland.vic.gov.au NEW ROAD NAME, KORUMBURRA Council, at its ordinary meeting held on 28 November 2012, resolved (pursuant to S10 Cl5 (1)(a) LGA 1989), to formalise the name of the 115 metre long unnamed road off Mine Road in Township and Parish of Korumburra as 'Coade Street'.

MARCH IMMUNISATION PROGRAM FOSTER, WMA Centre, Main Street Tuesday 5th: 10am - 10.30am LEONGATHA, Uniting Church Hall, Peart Street Tuesday 5th: 12.30pm - 1.30pm MIRBOO NORTH, M & CH Centre, Brennan Street Wednesday 6th: 9am - 9.30am KORUMBURRA, Community Room, Commercial Street Wednesday 6th: 11.30 - 12pm NYORA, Community Hall, Henley Street Wednesday 6th: 1pm - 1.30pm Enquiries: Ph 5662 9361.

IMPOUNDING OF LIVESTOCK ACT 1994 Impounded on 20 February 2013 from Korumburra Sth Road, Korumburra, 1 black kid goat with a white strip around its belly and a yellow tag No: NF 160603. If not claimed and relevant fees paid within 7 days of the date of this notice, the goat will be sold at the VLE Koonwarra Saleyards on 6 March, 2013. Enquiries: CatherineTurpin 5662 9218.

COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Area Works Canavans Road, Mt Eccles Drainage works Dollar/Woorarra West Road, Foster North Landslip repairs Korumburra South Road, Korumburra South Reseal works Leongatha to Leongatha South area Road maintenance Markleys Road, Mirboo North Culvert repairs Mt Best area Drainage works Stewart & Dunlops Road, Tarwin Lower Bridge repairs Timms Road, Poowong North Reseal works Welshpool/Hedley to Binginwarri area Road maintenance

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COUNCIL PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha Public attendance welcome 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 - 31 Dec 2012 5. Report on assembly of councillors - Dec /Jan 6. Documents sealed - Dec 2012 and Jan 2013 7. Developing a 2050 Community Vision 8. Land realisation project 9. Capital works program 2012/13 amendments 10. Submissions to road discontinuance; sale of land - part Dale Drive, Leongatha 11. Contract SGC10/01 building maintenance services; safety measures 12. Proposed new road name off Union St, Bena 13. Korumburra community infrastructure plan 14. PSA C76 - Southern Leongatha outline development plan panel report; adoption 15. MAV planning committee 16. Animal registration fee and structure review 17. Closed session - contractual matter

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Diesel drained THIEVES stole 300 litres of diesel fuel from an excavator parked overnight on February 20 at the new estate construction site in South Dudley Road, Wonthaggi.

The offenders drove a vehicle, which may have had a rear mounted tank, into the construction site and cut off the fuel cap from the excavator, before pumping out 300 litres of diesel fuel.

Mayor’s message Cr Kieran Kennedy THIS week will be our first council meeting for 2013 and in the hiatus since the December meeting, councillors have been clarifying the direction and focus for the next four years.

It will also mark 100 days in office for this council and I am intending to deliver a statement to mark the occasion.

The dry weather continues and you will have read that Korumburra is now on water restrictions. It’s a timely reminder to us all that water is a precious resource and that we need to be thoughtful in how we use and preserve water right across the shire.

South Gippsland Water, the relevant authority, is seeking $21 million from the Federal Government to connect Gippsland to the recently completed Wonthaggi desalination plant to provide surety into the future.

I was delighted to be present and address the Poowong community recently when they declared themselves the first coal seam gas (CSG) free community in Victoria.

To see this crowd of 450 people from across Gippsland unite in such a profound way, just six months after we held the first anti CSG meeting at Tarwin Lower, was extremely heartening.

It’s a clear indication of the determination of Gippslanders to protect their water, environment, source of revenue and their lifestyle, a message that should be respected by all tiers of government and business.

As summer draws to a close, outdoor events continue to draw families out for wonderful entertainment.

Last weekend the legendary Music for the People concert at Mossvale Park delivered a musical feast and the Foster Show held yet another successful show to remind us of the magic of country life.

These shows are labour intensive to deliver and your continued patronage will help ensure their survival.

Where South Gippsland had four local shows 15 years ago, now only the Korumburra and Foster shows remain to reflect and celebrate our rural culture. So to those who do the hard yards to make such events come together, congratulations and thank you.

Council continues to lobby state and federal politicians to increase road funding so that VicRoads has the resources to repair the roads that are causing such angst in our communities.

The CEO has made several presentations to senior management at VicRoads to relay our concerns and those of the community, and indeed, roads are listed as one of council’s priority projects for advocacy.

Council is often blamed for the poor road conditions but we are pleased to advise that local roads under council’s management are in very good condition, thanks to our proactive decision to allocate extra crews in winter to address the specific weather related problems such as land slips etc.

If you have concerns about a road or pothole, there is a simple reporting facility on the home page of council’s website where you can identify whether the road is VicRoads or council, and then submit a report online to the relevant authority.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 9

Parents pay more

Additional role: Tye McGannon, a new assistant at Hassett Street Kindergarten in Leongatha, creates paper jellyfish with Jy Carew.

By Brad Lester PARENTS are being asked to pay up to $300 more for their children to attend longer sessions at preschool under a policy of the Federal and State governments.

The State Government has chosen to fund 60 per cent of the cost for a child to stay at some kinders for 15 hours a week.

That was despite governments fully funding pilot programs before the broader 15 hour a week policy came into effect this year.

The Federal Government increased the weekly requirement from 10 hours to 15 to help children “learn and develop the cognitive, physical and socioemotional skills which make school adjustment easier and provide the foundation for future learning,” a government spokesperson said.

Leongatha’s Hassett Street Preschool is one South Gippsland kindergarten experiencing a funding gap.

Director Jodie McGannon said: “They (government) only fund us for 60 per cent of what they deem it costs for a

child to come.

“The rest has to come from fundraising and parent fees. The government did increase the funding but it’s still 60 per cent of the overall cost.”

Hassett Street Preschool has employed an additional assistant and lunchtime assistant to cope with the increased teaching hours.

The YMCA runs kindergartens at Mirboo North, Inverloch and Wonthaggi.

Fees at Mirboo North last year were $700 for 11 hours per week over 40 weeks of the year, equating to an hourly rate of $1.59.

This year, for 15 hours

Longer kinder weeks pay off THE new 15 hour weeks for older kinder children better prepare them for primary school, said Leongatha Children’s Centre director Paula Holt.

The centre operated under the pilot program trialling the 15 hour weeks for four year old children.

Ms Holt said by the end of the year, children are set for primary school.

“They have learnt how to learn. They have spent 15 hours a week away from their families so they are ready to go to school,” she said.

“We’ve had feedback from schools that say the kids are just ready for the next big step.”

At Leongatha’s Hassett Street, staff have offered a “settling in” timetable to help children make the transition to more hours at kinder.

“We spent a lot of time looking at the needs of the children, the needs of the community, and the parents and the families,” director Jodie McGannon said.

“We thought that seven and a half hours a day was too long for the children, as that is longer than what they would spend at school.”

As a result, the kinder offered children six hour sessions, allowing families to deliver and collect older children at school around the same time.

Children also undertake two days one week and three days the next to accumulate 15 hours.

In 2016, the government will increase the staff to student ratio from 1:15 to 1:11.

“It will definitely be better for the students because they will get more one on one time,” Ms McGannon said.

Inverloch Preschool ran a pilot 15 hour week program last year, said director Belinda Elliott.

“It was so successful that we ran the same timetable this year. It really gave the parents options of shorter groups or long day sessions,” she said.

The preschool received an additional room as part of the trial.

Tammy Logan from Poowong Preschool parents committee said the kinder is busy, but all children’s needs were being met.

“Because the centre is part-time, we have been able to make the transition relatively easily and we have not had to make alterations to the building,” she said.

over 40 weeks at Mirboo North, the fees are $1000 or $1.66 per hour, said Julie Beatty, manager of Y Kindergarten Cluster Management. Eligible parents can receive a $300 rebate from Centrelink.

“The fees at Inverloch

last year were also $700 but they were operating a pilot program of 15 hours which attracted extra funding from the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.

This year the fees at Inverloch are $1000,” Ms Beatty said.

“Because the families are coming for longer, the fees have gone up.”

The YMCA’s two kindergartens in Wonthaggi are not offering 15 hour weeks due to awaiting new facilities to cope with the longer weeks.

K o r u m b u r r a Kindergarten has increased parent fees slightly to cover the increased hours, but parents have been supportive of that move, said committee president Jenni Enbom.

“We are still getting a government subsidy for each child but it was not going to cover everything,” she said.

South Gippsland Shire Council paid for the Korumburra Kindergarten to be extended last year to allow for a bigger room to

cater for a single group of 40 children with five staff, four days a week. The group gathered for its first session last week.

The larger group was the only option available to ensure the kindergarten could also offer three year old sessions.

“Hopefully the kids will adapt to it and will run really smoothly,” Ms Enbom said.

Leongatha Children’s Centre four year old program is fully funded and was a participant in the pilot program.

Poowong Preschool has raised fees slightly from last year, said parents committee member Tammy Logan.

“As a small preschool we need to be aware of the additional costs of the extra hours and whether funding from the government will cover all of these, that is additional staff, extra day of cleaning, additional materials used to provide the program and increased essential service costs,” she said.

“So far we have had a

very positive start to the year and are getting to know all the new families in the group, and are aiming to work with our families and community to continue to provide the quality service that Poowong Preschool has a reputation for.”

Asked why governments were only funding 60 per cent of the cost per child, a Federal Government spokesperson said: “The Australian Government is contributing $955 million directly to state and territory governments over five years. Of this, Victoria has received $210.6 million.

The Commonwealth has met its commitment to fund this program in Victoria since 2008.

“At no stage was it ever the intention that the Commonwealth would pay a set percentage per student. The amount of funding allocated per student for kindergarten is set by state and territory governments.”

Hub needs council’s backing THE Dumbalk community is hoping to transform the town’s former kindergarten into a community hub.

However the Dumbalk and District Progress Association first needs a lease arrangement from South Gippsland Shire Council.

The kinder was closed in 2006 and since then the building has been used as a base for reunions, adult education and meeting place for community groups.

The progress association has been pledged a grant of $5700 from the Gardiner Foundation to establish the

hub, but that is conditional on a site being found.

The grant expires in May, six months after the grant was issued in November.

Walter Aich of the Dumbalk and District Progress Association said the kinder offered opportunities.

“The community sees the establishment of a community hub as important for the social fabric of the community,” he said, adding the kinder was the last hope for the establishment of a men’s shed or community garden.

Mr Aich said the kinder would provide a business point for council in Dumbalk and a location

for council initiated training programs.

Plus the hub could lead to tourism opportunities.

Council has told the association its business plan for the hub is not strong, but Mr Aich said the association was unable to demonstrate income earning potential due to uncertainty about the proposal.

“The risk is low given the history of the Dumbalk community,” Mr Aich said, noting the town’s community spirit.

Among the groups supporting the hub are the Dumbalk CFA, Dumbalk Hall Committee, Dumbalk and District History Group and Dumbalk Spinners.

“The community has

lost the primary school, the kinder as a kinder, shops and the butter factory,” Mr Aich said.

Cr Bob Newton said the association needed to focus more on servicing the needs of young people in Dumbalk through the hub.

Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy said he would like to know more about usage of the existing Dumbalk Hall.

Bev Hanley hoped council would discuss the kinder’s future at tomorrow’s (Wednesday) council meeting but CEO Tim Tamlin said council needed to discuss the matter and a report would be due before council within months.

Grand vision: Dumbalk residents enthusiastic about establishing a community hub in town are, from left: Stan Fitzgerald, Robert Burden, Joy Dyson, John Smallman, Kay Cook, Ed Hanley, Bev Hanley and Walter Aich.

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A SINGLE red rose was delivered to The Star office on Valentine’s Day. A mystery remains as to who sent this to one of the female staff. The word is this same person sent three other roses, leaving three other ladies around town wondering.

THE new education room at the Bunurong Environment Centre at Inverloch will be opened in honour of a dedicated worker who died recently.

The room’s opening will commemorate the work of Pam Mathieson, who undertook a lot of educa-

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BASS Coast Shire Councillor Jordan Crugnale visited Inverloch Primary School on Friday to speak to students about leadership and to present school leaders with their badges.

School captains are Aiden Box and Svenja Murray.

House captains are: Blythe Page and Bethany Robinson, Golden Honeyeaters; Alex McEntee and Xanthe Reed, Blue Wrens; James Mercer and Ella Morcom, Red Robins; and Cooper McInnes and Siobhan Griffin, White Seagulls.

A new position of art captains has been created and these students will help run lunch-time art activities and help when signs and other art items are needed. They are Walter Hutton and Abbey McCaughan.

EASTERN Region MLC Peter Hall is encouraging families to include physical exercise into their daily lives and register for the 2013 Premier’s Active Families Challenge.

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For more information and to register visit: www.betterhealth.vic. gov.au/challenge GET behind Tarwin Lower Primary School on Saturday, March 9. That is when the school has been offered an opportunity to fundraise at Michael’s Supa IGA in Leongatha.

Volunteers will hand out cards to shoppers and when these cards are scanned at the checkout, all the bonus points go to the school. The school will also run a sausage sizzle outside the store that day.

HEAD along to Poowong’s Pioneer Chapel this weekend for classic music concerts.

The two performances will be held at 2pm Saturday (March 2) and 2pm Sunday (March 3).

Fiona Sargeant will play viola and Rohan Murray, from the Team of Pianists, will be on piano. They will be joined by guest artist Victor Hu, also on piano.

Tickets are $40 per person, with concession (not Seniors card) $25.

Bookings to Laurie on 5627 5576 or Stephen, evenings only, on 5659 2379.

These concerts have been staged by the Poowong Historical Group for about 16 years.

Market makeover THE Koonwarra Farmers Market has been awarded a Victorian Government grant of $10,750 to improve Koonwarra Memorial Park and the adjoining Mechanics Institute Hall.

Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan said the market attracts more than 9000 people each year.

“To guarantee the market’s continued success, it is important that we invest now in critical venue upgrades and maintenance,” he said.

“Over the next few months, pathway, drainage and electrical upgrades will be carried out to make the site safer for locals, traders, and visitors.

“Additional landscaping will also help to increase the market’s appeal.

“By making small improvements we can substantially increase stallholder and visitor numbers, giving a boost to the local economy.

“Community groups, such as the CFA and the Scouts, which rely heavily on the market for regular fundraising events, will also benefit.”

Grab a bargain OVER the last six months, truckloads of used desal office furniture have been received in Wonthaggi and distributed to local community groups.

This operation was shared by the Lions Club of Wonthaggi and the Anglican Church of Wonthaggi and Inverloch, and was made possible through the generosity of Thiess Degremont, desal plant builder.

John Fleming from the Lions Club and Graeme Peters from the Anglican Church have acted as agents to ensure groups across the Bass Coast would benefit, including schools, sporting clubs, service clubs and welfare agencies.

Hundreds of chairs, desks, stationery cupboards, fridges, white-boards have found a new and deserving home.

So much has been received that now the remaining goods will be sold in a giant garage sale at the factory site in Wonthaggi on Saturday, March 9 (Labor Day long weekend).

There are chairs, desk tops, filing drawers, book-cases and many other useful items. All items are used and will be sold at low prices to keen buyers, with the proceeds from the sale being channelled by the Lions Club and the church back into community welfare.

The sale will take place at the third factory on the right located behind Super Cheap Auto at 120 McKenzie Street, Wonthaggi for one day only.

For sale: Graeme Peters from the Wonthaggi Anglican Church with an example of goods for sale.

Happy birthday: Rod McConchie of Meeniyan celebrated his 80th birthday with a party at the Narre Warren South home of his daughter Janine Sawyer recently. Janine celebrated her 50th birthday the previous weekend.

Janine (left) and Rod received cards hand made by Jenefer Chitty of Leongatha.

Friends and relatives travelled from as far as Queensland to celebrate the occasions.

Tasty tucker: Inverloch Uniting Church volunteers Thelma Hewson, Agnes Jefferis, Elaine Stott and Joyce Campbell whipped up perfect pancakes at the church on Saturday. They were taking part in Pancake Day to raised money for the welfare work of UnitingCare Gippsland.

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Mayor opens toilets BAW Baw Shire Council mayor Cr Murray Cook attended a community dinner at the Poowong East Public Hall on Saturday to open newly refurbished toilets at the hall.

The moment: Baw Baw Shire Council mayor Cr Murray Cook cuts the ribbon to officially declare the toilets open.

The works were carried out as a result of a Minor Capital Works grant received from the council in 2012.

Work on the refurbishment started in January this year and was completed last week.

President of the Poowong East Public Hall Committee, Beryl Olsen welcomed the mayor and members of the community who attended and expressed the appreciation of the hall committee for council’s support.

Ms Olsen also expressed gratitude for the support of Triholm Landcare and the Poowong East and Mountain View Community Association for their joint contributions towards the works undertaken.

Cr Cook expressed his pleasure in seeing firsthand the community’s efforts in retaining and building a strong sense of community.

He then cut the ribbon, declaring the newly refurbished toilets open for use.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 11

A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.

Truck crash corner fix A STRETCH of road where a truck driver had his foot amputated after losing control and crashing is being rehabilitated.

Works to reconstruct a one kilometre section of the Korumburra-Wonthaggi Road near Jumbunna started recently.

This section of road includes a corner where a truck driver lost control of his flat-bed truck, slid down an embankment and was trapped for several hours. Medical professionals had to amputate the driver’s foot to remove him from the cab.

The $400,000 works are scheduled to be completed soon, subject to weather.

VicRoads failed to comment if the works were connected to the truck crash.

Road repair: the corner where a truck lost control and crashed down an embankment near Jumbunna is being rehabilitated.

VicRoads: shoulders were priority VICROADS have defended their move to reseal the shoulders of the South Gippsland Highway instead of fixing potholes on the road surface.

VicRoads regional director Sebastian Motta said the work was part of a long term project.

“The previous surface on the shoulders was an initial primerseal treatment over the recently constructed shoulder pavement, which is typically only exposed for around 12 months,” he said.

“These shoulders require the programmed final seals which are currently underway, to protect the works and ensure a serviceable road surface for the next 1015 years.

“Failure to undertake these planned final seals will result in the failure and loss of newly constructed pavement.”

These shoulder works are part of the TAC funded Safer Roads Infrastructure Program (SRIP) along the highway, aimed at reducing the frequency and severity of run-off-road crashes between Bena and Meeniyan.

Mr Motta said maintenance funding is being prioritised to ensure the continued safe operation of roads and bridges.

“Where sections of road have deteriorated, like the South Gippsland Highway, VicRoads is managing these with short term safety repairs and signs to warn users of potential changes in conditions, until more significant repairs can be undertaken,” he said.

“Under the State Government’s $45 million Repair and Restore package, six key sites along the South Gippsland Highway will be repaired and strengthened this financial year.”

These sites include: • 4km east of Loch for a distance of 2.6km metres- $217,100; • 6km east of Loch for a distance of 700m- $53,300; • 7.5km east of Loch for a distance of 1.1km- $124,800; • 11km east of Loch for a distance of 600m - $42,900; • 6km east of Korumburra for a distance of 1.2km - $110,500; and • 6.7km east of Toora for a distance of 700m- $63,700.

Looking good: travellers on the Bass Highway will be pleased with the new look section near Screw Creek, just north of Inverloch. VicRoads spent $445,000 on the project, undertaken last week.

The South Gippsland Highway will receive a range of repairs this week: pavement reconstruction of a 380m section west of Ruby Road ($150,000); reseal of a 680m section near Ewans Road, west of Welshpool ($64,000); and reseal of various shoulders adjacent to safety barriers between Koonwarra and Meeniyan.

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IF YOU’RE DRIVING AT 100KM/H AND LEAN OVER FOR 2 SECONDS TO CHANGE THE MUSIC TRACK YOU’LL TRAVEL THIS FAR. BLIND.

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Council listening I READ with concern the continuing misperceptions about road management responsibilities in South Gippsland and am appreciative of your efforts to support us in clarifying the situation.

A letter last week (The Star, February 19) in your Letters to the Editor from Greensborough visitor Julian Elliott berates council intensely for the state of the road to Fish Creek.

Firstly we need to clarify that this is not a council road and that these main arterial roads are maintained by VicRoads and concerns should be reported to them directly. The general rule is that if a road connects two towns, it is usually a Vic Roads responsibility.

Secondly, I’m pleased to take this opportunity to advise residents and visitors of a simple way to report road hazards.

By going to www. southgippsland.vic.gov.au, they can simply press on the Road Defect button on the home page, type in the road name and a notification will appear identifying who is responsible for its maintenance and the corresponding online reporting form will appear for ‘on the spot’ completion.

It’s a very simple way for the public to work with us to deliver the safest roads we possibly can for both locals and visitors.

In the meantime, I urge motorists to always drive to the prevailing conditions. At times repairs cannot be made immediately because of sub soil issues, for example.

I invite the community to contact council if they have ongoing concerns regarding a road maintained by us. It is our earnest intent to maintain our roads to the best of our resource capacity.

Tim Tamlin, CEO, South Gippsland Shire Council.

Leongatha’s future WHERE to next, Leongatha?

• Is it fair to say that Leongatha has stalled its development since shire amalgamation?

• Is it fair to say that because Leongatha and Korumburra are so close that each is the other’s worst enemy in terms of development?

• Is it fair to say that council has not got a solution to the stalling of development?

• Is it fair to say that a lot of people are looking at Leongatha very despondently?

E D I T O R I A L

Health back flip too late THE Federal Government’s back flip on a proposal to take $107 million from Victoria’s hospital system smacks of either a government worried about its prospects at the September election or plain incompetence.

Hospital leaders’ plans were thrown into disarray by the government’s initial decision, left with no alternative but to sit down and review budgets, operations and goals. That process alone cost time and therefore money.

Now their efforts have been to no avail, with the government suddenly realising the cutbacks were not a good idea after all.

Wonthaggi Hospital CEO Lea Pope is unsure whether the government’s change of heart will avert the need to close the emergency department, as flagged last week.

The health service could close the department overnight or shut extra beds, as well as cut elective surgery during March and April.

That was a result of the government slashing funding by $375,000.

If the hospital were to close its emergency department, patients would be forced to travel to either Warragul Hospital, Casey Hospital at Berwick or Latrobe Regional Hospital.

Given those hospitals are between one and one and a half hours’ drive away, patients may not seek emergency treatment if they need to be driven by family or friends. South Gippslanders and other country people do not have the luxury of proximity to several emergency departments as do their city counterparts.

Paramedics would be taken out of the area for some three hours when the return trip is taken into consideration, leaving this area without adequate coverage. Just one motor collision involving multiple cars can consume many ambulances.

Given the Federal Government’s disastrous results in the most recent polls, the health funding debacle could only fuel the likelihood of a change of government at the September 14 election.

An adequate health service, along with quality schools, is something we expect and deserve in a first world country such as Australia.

The government should maintain satisfactory funding and not play political point scoring with people’s health and wellbeing.

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• Leongatha may never be the business hub of South Gippsland that some dream about. Has this unrealistic dream stalled Leongatha?

• Should we focus on another vision?

Due to its lack of major industries and transport infrastructure, should the focus be developing Leongatha as a scenic town with a rural village theme to attract cashed up green change retirees.

The town has a new hospital, two medical clinics, heliport pad for medical emergencies, cinema, splash pool, basic retail, four golf courses close by, education facilities, 20 minutes from one of the best beaches in Victoria and is only two hours from Melbourne CBD with a great bus service.

The commercial retail study done about 2004 used the whole shire population of some 27,000 people as a potential customer pool.

In my opinion this was an overstatement of about 17,000.

The real retail/commercial customer pool is probably about 10,000.

The current vision and direction appears to be flawed and unachievable. Why not admit it officially, start with a new feasibility study with realist population figures and once done do a townscape study to guide the implementation of a revitalised Leongatha according to a community agreed theme.

Re-development could commence in no more than two years to get things moving.

I have submitted this as an opinion to encourage debate and hopefully action.

David Turnbull, Leongatha.

CSG thanks IT WAS a great pleasure to attend with approximately 400 people at the Poowong Football Ground on February 17 to form a human sign saying “We R CSG Free”.

Sincere thanks to all the hard working volunteers. You were wonderful to work with because of your enthusiasm to help the environment and declare Poowong coal seam gas free.

Hannah Alquier, Poowong.

Drive safely I AM constantly disgusted by the dangerous habits of local drivers.

It is bad enough avoiding the

many big potholes on the road and constant speed changes they cause but irresponsible impatient drivers make it much more dangerous.

Both myself and friends have been overtaken over double lines on many of the roads between Korumburra, Foster, Mirboo North to Leongatha, to name just a few.

These drivers not only risk their lives but the lives of innocent drivers trying to do the right thing. Many motorcycles, trucks and cars also tailgate, overtake on blind bends and on approaching crests of hills, etc.

This is very dangerous practice and as we saw just last week on the Foster road when an innocent woman lost her life when someone apparently caused a fatal accident after overtaking on double lines.

I was overtaken on the same stretch of road over double lines the afternoon before in rain and fog, and a friend had the same happen on that road on Friday.

Please observe the road rules and be more courteous because one day someone in your family may be affected when some other irresponsible driver injures or kills them doing exactly what you are doing to other drivers.

If all road users drove to conditions and obeyed the line marking and speed restrictions, the roads would be safer for all.

Tailgating in roadwork or badly potholed areas is extremely dangerous and intimidating.

Many times it is almost impossible to comply with lowered speed limits because of the unsafe behaviour of some drivers.

How many more innocent lives need to be lost before people take notice and do the right thing?

Wake up please everyone and take more care and allow more time, especially while local road conditions are less than ideal.

Sue Cashin, Meeniyan.

Fix our roads I CONTACTED VicRoads’ online feedback and enquiries on Australia Day, Saturday, January 26 and I haven’t received a response yet.

Regarding hazardous road conditions and potholes, I would like to express my concerns from myself, my family, my friends, the local community and visitors to South Gippsland.

I’m really disappointed in the road conditions, especially in the last couple of months.

Large pot holes without warning signs or even if there are potholes with signs, the road is still dangerous to drive on.

Just getting to work, travelling during work or getting from one town to another, it’s actually been hard to find a reasonable part of highway to use. With the busy summer tourist season commencing on Wednesday, December 26, this should have been a priority in early to mid December.

I realise some of the potholes have been fixed but new potholes have been created every week in different sections of the highways.

I have travelled the whole region of South Gippsland for work and pleasure, in particular the South Gippsland Highway from Loch to Welshpool, the Bass Highway from Leongatha to Inverloch and Wonthaggi, the Strzelecki Highway from Leongatha to Mirboo North, and the Meeniyan-Promontory Rd (especially at Buffalo) have all been roads in a very poor condition.

I hope VicRoads will be able to lift the standards of the highway conditions for the rest of 2013 and beyond.

Glen O’Neill, Leongatha.

Spruce please I WRITE as a concerned citizen of Leongatha.

The council provides an excellent display of flowers and also many attractive native plants in areas of gardens in McCartin Street and Bair Street.

However much attention is needed in the car park behind the theatre complex in Smith Street and also the car park adjacent to Peart Street.

Many of the lanes in Leongatha are in drastic need of renewal.

We have been living at Miles Lane for eight years and in that time nothing has been done to maintain what should be a pleasant thoroughfare.

Piles of rotting leaves are prevalent and some of the adjoining fences are in drastic need of repair.

The keep left signs in Koonwarra Road are in a perilous state, also the iron pedestrian fence over the railway bridge in Bair Street was damaged in an accident some weeks ago.

I reported the damage to VicRoads two months ago and nothing has been done to reinstate the signs.

I realise the council is probably short of staff who normally

attend to the damaged areas, but it would be appreciated if council would attend to some or all of the minor park areas and not just concentrate on McCartin Street and Bair Street.

Ian Lee, Leongatha.

Raw deal I REFER to council’s intention to sell land it owns in Venus Bay.

Since 2004 there has been a massive increase in housing development which has been a virtual cash-cow for council.

Council gained huge advantages from the frenzied building boom.

Land prices skyrocketed and in turn local rates and associated services went through the roof.

Council has been on a clear winner ever since, and milked our town of what once was a moderately affordable place for permanent residents to live.

What formerly was a quiet, peaceful little town, began to develop into what resembles suburban Melbourne and the town lost a lot of its renowned attraction.

Not only did the town lose its natural beauty, but wildlife, fauna and birdlife has decreased, natural habitats have been destroyed, roadkill rises constantly, and litter adorns the entire landscape.

The financial gains to council has seen little proportional return to the area except in developing amenities mindful of the tourist dollar.

Always around popular holiday periods, council suddenly sends out teams to undertake works that clearly are designed to impress upon non-permanent ratepayers and tourists they are getting value for their money.

This stunt is also practiced by police by increased patrols at these times, but most of the year you would not know as a permanent resident, either existed.

So now council wants to rake in more profit without thought for the repercussions of further environmental destruction, thinking only of getting their greedy hands on a bigger profit margin than they’ve already manipulated quite handsomely.

Surely, if they’re so cashstrapped they could appeal to Peter Ryan for extra funding instead of vandalising our community any further and be responsible service providers.

Robert Field, Venus Bay.

VOXPOP! VOX What are your water saving tips?

Don’t run water when cleaning your teeth, repair dripping taps, hand water the garden instead of using a hose and have shorter showers.

Elaine White, Leongatha

Water the garden as little as possible and keep showers to a minimum.

Joan Pendergast, Leongatha

Install a water saving shower head and check for leaky taps and hoses. If watering a garden, try to do it in the early morning or evening, not in the middle of the day. We have come out of 10 years of drought with two wet years, but we should never take our water for granted, with or without the desal plant.

Trevor Geitz, Leongatha

Put mulch on your garden.

That is what I am doing at the moment.

Nicole Whiteside, Kardella

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FOSTER SHOW MAGIC

Show simply first class THE Foster Show turned on both a brilliant day and a large crowd last weekend, with around 1500

people attending the event.

Special guest for the show, singer and comedian Greg Champion, was a highlight on the day, per-

Slithery friend: Kelli Prime from Korumburra found herself a new friend, or maybe a new necklace in the form of a snake at the Foster Show.

Show bags galore: Jessie Fowkes from Dumbalk was more than happy to try out the contents of her showbags in Foster.

forming a variety of songs for the crowd.

He also announced the winner of the Champion Song Contest, which went to Prue Fleming from Foster with her song Come to the Foster Show, sung to the tune of God Save the Queen.

There were activities for all throughout the day, from sheep shearing and dog events to classic cars and a speed knitting competition.

Not only were the gate takings up on last year, but also the entries in the exhibition shed, with a wide range of fruit, vegetables, cakes, handicrafts and photos on display.

A new carrot cake competition this year was also a big hit, with 19 entries.

Staff from the South Gippsland Hospital were also kept busy raising money and awareness for the Murray to Moyne Cycle Relay, where team members take turns to ride a combined 525km without stopping.

Fundraising included male team members and staff having their legs waxed, whilst one shaved his head and another shaved off his moustache.

Show secretary Dennis O’Neill said the day was “absolutely wonderful”.

“I thought it was fabulous to see everything come together,” he said.

“We must thank all the volunteers who contributed so much of their time to make it all happen.”

Results in next week’s Star.

Family fun: Judy Prain from Foster had a lovely day out with Peta Riley Prain from Pakenham at the Foster Show.

What a ride!: Tabitha and Jade Teague from Melbourne gave the rides at the Foster Show a big thumbs up on Saturday.

Needles ready: Susan Hunter from Boolarong, and Roz Byass and Meg Waters from Melbourne cosied up with special guest and speed knitting commentator Greg Champion before the event.

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Cycle challenge: Rob Schwieger from Melbourne (second from left) jumped on the bike in support of the South Gippsland Riders, along with South Gippsland Hospital staff Jenny Fenwick, Murray to Moyne rider Kevin Wake from Foster, and hospital staff Shianne Murray and Samantha Park.

Fun with friends: Matilda Morton-Pedersen from Leongatha, Branson Amato from Dumbalk North,p Jess Foreman from Inverloch, India Collins from Foster and Jasmine Susic from Inverloch at the Fosterb Show.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 15

FOSTER SHOW MAGIC

John O'Connor: the Leongatha Rotarian is gearing up for the biggest Show 'N' Shine and Swap Meet ever.

Foster Show: John Harris from Tarwin Lower and Ian Motton from Hallston had their vintage tractors on display last weekend.

Classic not plastic THE Rotary Club of Leongatha's upcoming Show 'N' Shine and Swap Meet on Sunday, March 10 will be the biggest one ever.

Rotary's John O'Connor said he and his fellow organisers had the annual event, now in its sixth year, “ticking over”.

With the emphasis on classic not plastic, it's an occasion that is sure to dazzle. With some of the region's best cars on display, the swap meet will feature pretty much anything, entertainment for the kids (including an animal farm) and the Rock 'N' Roll entertainment of the renowned Trevor Dennis, it's a Sunday for all.

Rock 'N' Rollers, Line Dancers and exhibitors are all encouraged to come.

“I'm not a car enthusiast, not like some of these people. I became involved to help with the sponsorship and the money and the marketing,” John said.

“The thing that pleases me is

Riding high: Liz Pallet and her horse Cas from Devon North at the Foster Show.

BASS Coast could lose a major cycling event because of council opposition to mining.

Councillors last week passed a motion to no longer sponsor Cycling Australia’s Tour of Gippsland in future years “should unconventional gas or new coal mining companies have a prominent sponsorship position”.

Lakes Oil is currently the namesake sponsor of the event.

Whilst councillors agreed to uphold a $6000 sponsorship for the 2013 event, they chose to disallow the use of the Bass Coast logo and name in conjunction with Lakes Oil to maintain council’s opposition to mining.

Cr Neil Rankine moved the motion and said while he did not want to put the event in jeopardy, they didn’t want to be involved if their logo was put beside a mining company logo.

“They’ve got 18 months to find another sponsor for the event,” he said.

“I think we need a policy around sponsorship to make sure we don’t sponsor something that’s not compatible with the council.”

Cr Jordan Crugnale agreed sponsoring the event was in “direct conflict” with council’s position.

Council’s economic development manager Peter Francis said while it was hard to predict the economic benefit of the event to the region, he estimated around $70,000 in direct benefit to the community.

“That is a conservative estimate based on previous years,” he said.

“If we had the start of the event and people came and stayed overnight and beforehand, then it would be more. It certainly is a good event.”

Commercial director of Cycling Australia, Michael Edgely, said Cycling Australia was a non-political organisation and said they were “not entirely happy” council had involved them in a mining debate.

“I understand that anything to do with natural resources and exploration is a very touchy subject. We’ll leave the regulators and government organisations to have those discussions with Lakes Oil,” he said.

“We are very appreciative of and have a fabulous relationship with both Bass Coast and Lakes Oil. “The important message is that the tour is now a very significant tourism event.

It provides opportunity to showcase the wonderful tourism attractions and landscapes of Gippsland, especially through our broadcast partnership with SBS. “There are fantastic economic impacts for the regions the tour visits.”

Mr Edgely confirmed Bass Coast would be removed from the racing circuit should council withdraw sponsorship.

“It would be an absolute shame to lose Bass Coast from our race,” he said.

“We’re working with Bass Coast but they’ll need to understand and recognise the significant relationship we have had with Lakes Oil in the past.”

Lakes Oil chairman Rob Annells said the company would continue to sponsor the event and Bass Coast could make its own decision on sponsorship.

“It’s got nothing to do with us. We’re proud to be supporting the race; we think it’s a great event,” he said.

“We’ve been involved for five or six years and we’ll continue to support it.”

Mr Annells said his understanding was council was against coal bed methane mining requiring a mineral licence, whilst Lakes Oil holds only a petroleum licence.

here. You will find that, because there's a car show on at the same time, it will have an automotive flavour. But it's open to anything,” he said.

John said the atmosphere on Leongatha's velodrome oval was something special, a fabulous mix of live entertainment, dancers, car mad spectators and exhibitors.

“It's a great thing. And then circling the ground are all these shady trees to set the swap meet under. People love coming here.

We've got it going pretty well,” he said.

“We had 225 cars on the oval last year. We're hoping to get toward 300 this year.”

The Show 'N' Shine will be staged on Sunday, March 10, from 9am to 1.30pm, while the swap meet kicks off at 6am.

Family entry is $10, while adults are $5. Children Under 14 are free.

Rotary Club of Leongatha Charity Event

SHOW ‘N’ SHINE AND SWAP MEET

Cycling snub

By Simone Short

that all the people who come on to that oval will all be so friendly and so grateful that you're putting on a day they can go to. I went up the street last year at the end of the day and a man came up to me and said, 'Thanks, mate. You put on a great day for us.'

“Last year too, when I Googled the event, a bloke who had been to the Leongatha Show 'N' Shine said what a great time it was and that it was very well run. He had taken a heap of photos and posted them on the web – all these wonderful pictures.”

The swap meet is run by a different set of people from the car enthusiasts. But John said they were no less enthusiastic about their own particular passion.

“The two things go together so well. This will be our third swap meet and we expect that to grow again. We're talking anything

If it’s got wheels and you’re proud of it, SHOW IT! OR Convert surplus goods to cash, at the SWAP MEET!

Second Sunday in March (10th), 2013 9am – 1.30 pm SWAP MEET FROM 6AM LEONGATHA VELODROME Entry Adults $ 5.00 – Family $10.00 – Under 14 FREE EXHIBITORS WELCOME!

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See Screw Creek like never before

By Brad Lester AN icon of Inverloch is on the cusp of expanding, di allowing ll i nature lovers to see sights never open to the public.

The walking track at the Screw Creek Nature Reserve will be extended, taking people further along the shores of the tranquil creek and into bushland previously under private ownership.

Areas on the western shores of the creek will be revegetated, providing more habitat for the wildlife that already calls Screw Creek home.

The works will be undertaken by a joint projects committee of the South Gippsland Conservation Society and Inverloch Residents and Ratepayers Association.

The groups’ president, Dave Sutton, said the revegetation work would be funded with $15,000 from Coastcare and help from Bass Coast Shire Council.

Funding for the track is being sought.

“This is a precious asset that the people of Inverloch are very lucky to have,” he said.

“It’s something you do not find in too many towns and it needs to be nurtured and valued. Once we’ve lost it, we do not get it back.”

The groups are proposing an informal track in 16 and a half hectares on the eastern side of the creek, beyond the existing fishing platform.

“It will give public access to it and will also get people to appreciate the environmental values that are

in there, of the creek itself and the bush,” Mr Sutton said.

The track extension will continue beyond the existing fishing platform on the eastern side of the creek, where the songs of birds such as the golden whistler and grand sights of white faced herons and black shouldered kites bewilder.

“Bird watchers will find it a great attraction,” Ms Teesdale said, noting the reserve is also home to kangaroos, wombats and koalas.

Saltmarsh along the creek’s banks is habitat for the endangered orange-bellied parrot, although society volunteers have not seen them there.

For now, the groups’ members will focus on removing boxthorn on the western side of the creek, and revegetate between the transfer station and the banks of the creek with indigenous species.

The conservation society and residents association have long campaigned for bush and grass land to the north of the existing reserve to be placed in public ownership.

“Cattle were grazing right up the banks of the creek until three years ago,” Ms Teesdale said.

The land was destined for subdivision into rural residential lots but the groups objected and a planning panel eventually supported their bid.

In 2004, the land was returned to public ownership but did not officially become Crown land until late last year.

The Department of Sustainability and Environment is managing the land, while

Magical place: Bronwyn Teesdale, David Sutton and Debbie Williams at Screw Creek. They are members of the joint projects committee of the South Gippsland Conservation Society and Inverloch Residents and Ratepayers Association. the joint projects committee will serve as committee of management.

A walking track spanning 1km from the car park to the lookout at the top of Townsend Bluff already exists, offering spectacular views across Anderson Inlet and towards Eagles Nest in the distance.

The existing reserve was created by the residents and conservation groups, restoring the creek environs from degraded wasteland frequented by motorbikes to a coastal oasis now rich in birdlife.

“The bridge was here but it had fallen into disrepair and with the assistance of the Melbourne Ports Authority, we restored it,” Mr Sutton said.

Parks Victoria and Bass Coast Shire Council manage the existing reserve.

The joint projects committee welcomes support from philanthropic organisations.

Mayor’s message Cr Clare Le Serve ON Thursday and Friday members of the South East Australian Transport Strategy Inc (SEATS) visited Bass Coast.

The SEATS conference was held in San Remo, which hosted delegates from Victoria and New South Wales.

This is a topic that may not seem relevant to everyday life, but transport is important to us all. In Bass Coast we have no rail. The state of our roads and getting around the Shire and beyond is relevant to everyone.

More than 1.5 million people live in the area represented by SEATS which starts east of Melbourne and goes right through to south eastern New South Wales and the ACT region.

This is one of the fastest growing areas in Australia, but funding is not keeping pace. Many businesses and tourism ventures operate in these areas and transport infrastructure is vital to ensuring their future.

Bass Coast was one of the founding members of this alliance 15 years ago.

Being involved with SEATS provides networking opportunities and helps us identify transport solutions, not only in Bass Coast, but as part of a bigger picture.

We discussed the impact of tourism on our road network and the suggestion that tourists should be considered as ‘freight’.

Phillip Island can get up to 50 coaches a day in summer yet these vehicles aren’t recognised in government transport strategies. However, trucks delivering goods are.

Regions that have freight movements of goods get funding for maintenance on their roads and bridges. This is a debate we need to have.

We have 3.5 million tourists visit Bass Coast each year and while we can’t understate the economic benefit this brings, ratepayers end up wearing the burden of road maintenance. All levels of government need to be accountable and stop shifting responsibility for our roads.

Roads don’t stop at our Shire boundary, which shows the importance of working as a collective group for funding. Instead of competing against each other, we are able to identify key priorities for the region.

Key points of discussion at the conference included how transport impacts economic development in a region, emerging transport issues in Gippsland and the Port of Hastings master plan.

Being part of SEATS gives us a stronger voice. When we advocate for funding, we have support from members across south east Australia.

Cr Clare Le Serve, mayor.

Oz cast revealed THE cast has been announced for the upcoming Leongatha Lyric Theatre production of Wizard of Oz.

Twelve year old Olivia Winchcombe has secured the lead role as Dorothy while Nicole Cooper will take on the role of the Wicked Witch.

Chris Gale was named as the Scarecrow, Charles Gruen as the Lion and Terry Lay as the Tinman.

The cast of over 60 gathered for the announcements on Sunday night.

Director Peter McAlpine is excited about the talent he has cast, impressed already by the singing at the announcement night.

“Wow, what a sound.

We have some great voices,” he said.

Budding actors: at auditions over the past weeks, Vincent Trease and Adam Kennedy did their best to impress Wizard of Oz director Peter McAlpine.

“With the full cast it filled the rehearsal room up with an amazing

sound.

“I’m sure the cast was as thrilled as the produc-

tion team.”

The show runs from July 5-20.

Fire message heeded

By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippslanders have obeyed orders to clean up their properties to reduce the risk of fire.

South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils have reported high levels of compliance to fire protection notices demanding long grass on town blocks be slashed.

Authorities believe the prospect of a $1400 fine was a major deterrent. The fine this year rose from $240, as a result of a recommendation from the Bushfire Royal Commission to increase the seriousness of the offence.

Matthew Patterson, South Gippsland council’s manager of regulatory services, said 23 landowners were fined.

“When you think we just issued 1300 fire protection notices, we had a good level of compliance,” he said.

Council issued 50 fines last year.

“I think the increased fine and the publicity has resulted in good compliance with notices.”

Vacant blocks tend to pose a greater issue for South Gippsland council.

“Some owners of blocks at Venus Bay and Walkerville only get down several times a year and may not be aware there is an issue,” Mr Patterson said.

Councils ask landowners to tidy their properties and then reinspect blocks to see orders have been obeyed. Landowners who ignore demands are fined.

Bass Coast’s emergency management coordinator James Bremner said nearly all 126 fire prevention notices issued have been complied with.

He said the high compliance rate was an improvement on previous years and noted compliance had been slowly increasing since 2009.

“We believe that this is in part due to a detailed letter sent this year with our notices that explains clearly the implications of noncompliance, the costs passed on if council complete work, and of the increase in fines associated with non-compliance,” he said.

Council began fire prevention inspections in early November, allowing property owners more time to reduce fire hazards.

“Thirteen notices are still within timeframes for completion and we are confident that these notices will be resolved,” Mr Bremner said.

“Over 20 blocks were also cleared of potential hazards early on through on-site meetings and discussions with owners during November and December 2012, without the need to issue notices.

“We believe our ongoing communications supporting CFA messages around preparing for the fire season and green waste amnesty during November has led to property owners taking personal responsibility to complete work to reduce hazards without the need to issue a notice.”

Council also issued 273 local law notices for unsightly land in built up areas and 232 have been complied with.

“The majority of the outstanding notices have been issued in the last fortnight. The Bass Coast Shire Council community safety rangers team has been issuing these amenity notices throughout the year, which has increased awareness of property owners’ responsibility to maintain their property in line with our local law at all times,” Mr Bremner said.

“These two processes work in tandem during the summer to improve amenity and reduce the risk of fire across the shire.”

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 17

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“Excitement is building and while it is great to have our long time supporters and quality array of businesses rebooking for this year, we will have a lot of new business keen to promote their services at the Expo,” Joy said.

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Tourism up in South Gippsland

By Jacob de Kunder A BUMPER summer season has meant numbers were up for tourism in South Gippsland.

An influx of tourists from broad backgrounds visited all parts of the region this summer.

Both Prom Country Visitor Information Centres located in Foster and Korumburra have increased visitor numbers compared to last year according to Tourism Development Officer Danielle Todaro.

“The Visitor Information Centres also had many accommodation enquiries with the lead up to the Christmas period and also over the January period,” she said.

“Both centres received intrastate, interstate and international visitors.

“Foster had a higher concentration of international visitors and Korumburra had a higher concentration of intrastate visitors.”

Visitor Information Centre team member Sue Miles said a range of people have been through the area over summer.

“People have been asking for the Prom, and the beaches, and in Korum-

Hot spot: Wilsons Promontory is one of our region’s most visited destinations. burra people come for Coal Creek,” she said.

“People who drop in at the Korumburra centre are usually on their way to the Prom while at Fos-

ter it’s a bit of a different crowd. We get people who are taking the coastal tour from Sydney to Melbourne and beyond.

“That’s when we get a

lot more international visitors and they are looking for things that they can see and do in the area.”

Ms Miles said some of these tourists sometimes

Gem tree: Janice Pitcher made this amethyst “tree”. She’s president of the South Gippsland Gem Club which always welcomes new members.

spend two or three nights in South Gippsland and visit places like Agnes Falls and Walkerville.

“Most of them are coming and stopping at the Prom

though, that is our major draw card,” she said.

Wineries and eateries are another draw card for South Gippsland.

“We have lots of people

Milk price main talking point MILK pricing will be top of the agenda at this year’s United Dairyfarmers of Victoria’s conference on March 5 and 6.

Their world of gems

By Jane Ross THERE’s gold in them thar hills!

On a recent South Gippsland Gem Club field trip to Toora, a couple of members panned a few tiny pieces.

“They were only fly specks,” said president Janice Pitcher, “but there is a bit of gold around here in South Gippsland. You’d have to try the creeks and rivers.”

The trip also resulted in a couple of small pieces of smoky quartz.

Janice and her husband Nev have been members of the club for 19 years and Janice has been president for 14.

They joined after doing a bit of fossicking on their own. And that came about because Janice had seen a display of gemstones in the former Leongatha Sports Stadium and exclaimed to herself, “I love them!”

Nev shared her enthusiasm and they’ve pursued the hobby ever since.

“We’ve got rocks in our head,” Janice declared.

Members will have their work on display in the Leongatha Gallery during March.

They meet most Mondays and have a workshop in the old Leongatha Bowling Club where they share their knowledge about stones and how to cut them.

The club was founded by the late Norm Caithness, with George Mee and the late Beth Slee as early members too.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the gemstone group’s association with the Leongatha Daffodil Festival and that milestone will be celebrated in some suitable way.

Janice and Nev fossick with their club colleagues or sometimes go on their own.

They have a well equipped caravan to see them through days out in the middle of nowhere.

Janice said she and Nev go mainly to Queensland and the Northern Territory, finding out about good sites from books they or others have read or by meeting fellow gemstone enthusiasts.

Last year at Opalton out from Winton in Queensland, they stayed

at a bush camp for 12 days and found themselves stuck because of the rain. But they had enough fuel for their generator and sufficient food and drinking water to manage.

Fossicking for gemstones requires much patience and according to Janice, you often don’t know what you’ve found until you arrive home and go through the haul. More patience is required for the cutting and faceting of stones. The jewellery and decorative items than can be made are limited only by a fossicker’s creativity and imagination.

Janice has some lovely stones set into ready-made pendants and has a penchant for gemstone “trees”. One holds many small amethysts and is wrought from copper wire, set on a slab of phantom amethyst. The stones were given to Janice and she tumbled the small amethysts before attaching them to the “tree”. The result is most effective.

“It’s a hobby that gets you in,” Janice said.

The club has its own website but anyone interested can ring Janice on 5662 2088.

coming down for food and wine,” Ms Miles said.

“That’s what people are looking for, an experience and I think they can find it down here.”

Down at Inverloch a lot of tourists are after the usual destinations according to Jennifer Little, visitors services team leader for the Inverloch and Wonthaggi Visitor Information Centres.

“A lot of people are interested in walking, sight seeing, places to go fishing and swimming. It’s pretty much just been the usual stuff this year,” she said.

“I’ve been working here for a number of years and it’s really just all your average summer enquiries.”

February is the quiet month for the centres with most holiday makers heading home after the Australia Day long weekend.

However, Ms Little is preparing for another influx of visitors for the Labour Day long weekend.

“It usually gets very busy down here on the March long weekend,” she said.

The Inverloch Jazz Festival, which is held over the long weekend is a great draw card for the area as well.

“The current milk price is unsustainable,” UDV president Kerry Callow said.

The opening session of the UDV conference will examine the dairy industry’s complex pricing structures, which Ms Callow said didn’t allow farmers to easily identify the price received against their cost of production.

“Milk processors are looking for more milk to fill increasing international demand,” she said.

“But farmers will only produce more if they get a decent, profitable price.

“What is going on with milk pricing and what does the industry need to change to deliver greater transparency and equity?

“These are the questions we’ll address at conference.”

The conference will also focus on the

influence of international and domestic markets on how we farm, our land and animals.

“Exports are a price-setter for milk in Victoria, so it’s important to understand the barriers we face accessing international markets,” Ms Callow said.

“We also need to know what’s happening on the supermarket shelf, not just with milk but all dairy products.”

Other topics covered at the conference include: the future research and development needs of the dairy industry and creating opportunities for young people in the dairy industry.

“As an industry we need to continually evolve to remain productive and provide attractive employment and investment opportunities for prospective dairy farmers.”

The conference will be held at the MCG and the UDV will hold its annual meeting prior to the conference on Tuesday March 5 at 11am in the Jim Stynes Room.

Woorayl CWA MEMBERS dealt with a full agenda during their February meeting recently.

Secretary Evelyn Stephens was congratulated for her election as incoming Gippsland Hills Group president.

This challenging role will have Mrs Stephens guide the group, including the newest fledgling branches, into CWA Victoria’s celebratory 85th year in 2014.

Congratulations continued for talented members who scooped the pool of first prizes at the Korumburra Show in the organisation or group craft exhibit section.

Woorayl’s Sensational Scones recipe booklet sold out at the Coal Creek Farmers’ market so an order was made to print more (minus typing errors).

The CWA is a non-party political, nonsectarian organisation, aiming to improve conditions by community service on issues which affect women and children. Members vote to decide where monies, time, goods and services will go. Discussions are sometimes sombre, always informed and often punctuated with humour.

Scrumptious afternoon tea is then shared in comfortable fellowship.

New members are always encouraged.

Any inquiries or correspondence for Woorayl can now be sent to wooraylcwa@ bigpond.com.

Upcoming CWA Victoria events include the state fair at headquarters, Lansell Road, Toorak on Saturday, March 2. Everyone is invited to attend and look for local faces amongst the volunteers.

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Fergies roll out at Hallston TRACTORS roamed the hills in formation recently, for the annual rally held by the Harry Ferguson Club.

Event host Ian Motton led the rally of 18 restored Fergies and one Ford Dexta on the 84km journey.

“It was like seeing a St Kilda Football Club jumper in the Collingwood members’ stand with

Michael Thorne’s restored Dexta lined up,” rally participant Robert Brown said.

“But in the early days of the partnership of Harry Ferguson and Henry Ford, supplying tractor engines, it was good to see another restored tractor out there for people to remember and appreciate.”

Top notch: rally host Ian Motton and his new 65 Fergie.

Geoff Renton brought along his latest proud purchase, a MF148 1972 model, multi-power.

Russell Sanders had a restored 35X that he laboured away at for 18 months after he found it as a wreck.

On the second day, the group travelled from Hallston to Norm and Sandra Geary’s at Boorool

Standing proud: Michael Thorne of Leongatha and his Ford Dexta.

to be guided through the collection of stationary engines and restored vintage cars.

From there, the rally travelled towards Dumbalk, up to Nerrena and to the top of Knox’s Quarry for photos.

Ian recently acquired a 65MF to add to his seven other restored tractors.

Tractor fan: Geoff Renton of Leongatha with his newly restored MF148.

Volunteers win COMMUNITY groups around the region are richer thanks to community grants from South Gippsland Shire Council.

Councillors gave away $175,000 between 39

community groups for projects, events and equipment needs.

The Star presented photos of some recipients last week and here are more.

• Sharon Demaria and Rocco Maruzza from the Welshpool and District Advisory Group with Cr Kieran Kennedy.

• Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks with Paul Evans and Ian Southall from the Mirboo North Arty Gras Sub Committee.

• Janne McPhie from the Port Franklin Hall with Cr Kieran Kennedy.

• Coal Creek Korumburra Probus Club Inc members Edna Gill, Cheryl Routley and Eddie Gill with Cr Andrew McEwen.

• David Mills, Jim Garnham, Julie King and Robyn Mills from the Nyora Public Hall Committee Inc with Cr Lorraine Brunt.

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MOUNTAIN View Lifestyle Village is running a presentation about financial services this Thursday, February 28 from 10.30am to noon.

One thing Mountain View has become known for over the past 12 months is providing information to people over 55 years who are considering lifestyle living.

They have effectively run presentations on a number of topics.

This week, speakers will address the topic of financial options, with a Centrelink senior officer on hand to provide information about financial services and available for a question and answer session.

This will be informative for those attending. If you would like to join those already registered, you can do so by calling Mountain View on 1300 306 255 or email them on: sales@mountainviewleongatha.com.au.

The venue for the presentation is 1 Dale Drive, Leongatha - the site of the village.

If you are unable to attend the presentation and would like to view the village, you can arrange an appointment by contacting manager Trevor Davis, who can make a suitable time with you and your family to inspect the village. You will find him via the same contact details.

Mountain View continues to have a high interest from locals and even beyond as the word gets out.

People comment on the amazing site, the incredible facilities and luxurious villas and the view over the countryside and township.

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Planning and enjoying your

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Live in style at Woorayl WITH friendly staff and independent residents, Leongatha’s Woorayl Lodge offers an enviable lifestyle.

It is a 40 bed aged care residential facility, mainly catering for low-care residents.

Woorayl Lodge opened its doors in 1960 and expanded in 1973, with the building of 30 independent living flats.

Manager Jo White said the flats mean residents are able to have independence and still be cared for.

“We have sourced the services of a qualified podiatrist and physiotherapist for the comfort of the residents,” she said.

“We have a medical practitioner who visits the lodge once a week, but the residents have their own choice of general practitioner.”

Woorayl Lodge is a great place with wonderful staff, a friendly atmosphere and a heap of activities for the residents “Our very active lifestyle department ensures the residents are entertained at different levels throughout each day,” Ms White said.

“The residents are treated to happy hour every afternoon in the activities room, which also features an incredible television, donated by the ladies’ auxiliary.

They also have a large library of CDs and DVDs for their entertainment.”

The dining room has recently been refurbished and feels fresh, open and inviting.

“All meals are provided at Woorayl Lodge, taking into account any special diet requirements,” Ms White said.

The lodge always puts the needs of residents first and maintains a level of care that is the envy of many other facilities.

“We strive to maintain a high standard of care for all of our residents and we have recently received three years’ accreditation,” Ms White said.

Woorayl Lodge Aged Care Inc. is a Leongatha based 'not for profit' hostel which offers thirty-nine (39) permanent and one respite low care beds. All rooms in the hostel have their own ensuites which ensure our residents have the level of privacy and dignity they deserve.

The lodge also continues to provide 'in house' cooked meals together with a comprehensive activities program to cater for all residents.

The lodge also provides one bedroom independent living units which are available for eligible aged tenants.

Details of access to the hostel and units can be obtained by ringing the number below.

Rollicking music and singing on stage and an enthusiastic audience, toes a-tapping, heads a-nodding and voices singing along to the joyful sound of three of The Buffalo Boys.

The trio is well, a little beyond boyhood and it could also be a day or two since girls swooned at the feet of the musicians, but their repertoire is appropriate for a hall full of retirees.

Ken Caithness set his fiddle aside for a moment.

“I have to stop for a while and straighten out my arms – part of old age!”

That drew some sympathetic chuckles.

But the audience responded with hearty laughter when he told the following joke: “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs were holidaying on the top of the north of Australia. Snow White had to go away for a day and leave the Seven Dwarfs in the holiday house they were staying at.

“While she was away a terrible tsunami came in and flattened the island.

“Snow White came back and was frantic, looking everywhere through the debris for the Seven Dwarfs.

“Finally a little voice came out from under the chaos, singing Good Old Collingwood Forever.

“Oh thank goodness, Snow White said. At least Dopey’s still alive!”

The concert, which began with both Advance Australia Fair and God Save the Queen was the entertainment at last Friday’s weekly Leongatha Senior Citizens Club gathering at the Dakers Centre.

Members have lunch there once a month and on other Fridays, enjoy a delicious afternoon tea.

Why join?

President Topsy Winkler said the joining fee is $5 and it costs $2 a week.

“You can’t ask for more.”

Kitchen manager Dawn Rasmussen added, “It gives people a chance to socialise, have a day out, hear good music.”

South Gippsland Shire Council provides a bus to pick members up from around town and drop them at the Dakers Centre. There’s always a trading table where fresh vegetables and sometimes eggs, jam and relish are sold at reasonable rates.

On song: Shelia Watt and Helga Hannon join in a respectful rendition of God Save the Queen.

The committee would also like to take the opportunity to thank all in the community for their past support to the Lodge re-furbishment program, and the ongoing support of the Lodge by volunteers and contributions of goods and financial assistance.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 25

Planning and enjoying your

RETIREMENT

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No myna achievement THIRTY landholders from the district recently learnt about Indian myna bird (myna bird) control as part of a session hosted by the South Gippsland Landcare Network.

Most people bought their own myna bird trap for $25, currently subsidised by the Community Weeds Taskforce.

The traps are made at Fulham Correctional Facility and have been known to trap as many as 18 myna birds in one day.

The traps use food to gradually lure the myna birds into a wire cage through a one-way tunnel.

As part of the session, a trap demonstration was led by Maffra and District Landcare Network member Harry Hof. He has been instrumental in coordinating a trapping program in the Stratford area which has seen a marked decline in myna bird numbers.

In 2005 myna birds won the Australian public opinion title of most hated pest, beating cane toads, feral cats and foxes hands down.

They are also ranked as one of the 100 species listed as the world’s most invasive by the World Conservation Union.

Myna birds have spread throughout eastern Australia since being introduced in the 1880s.

The birds are aggressive and territorial in their quest to out compete native birds and animals for food and habitat.

Using superior numbers, they seek out nesting hollows of native birds and animals and harass them to the point of eviction.

Although they only lay in one nest per year, myna birds build and defend several nests during the breeding season, exclud-

ing native birds and animals from those nesting sites in the process.

In rural and agricultural areas they are increasingly damaging fruit trees, crops, grains and stock feed. In South Gippsland alone several wineries and orchards have reported damage to crops caused by myna birds.

Myna birds also pose a health risk to humans from bird mites and faeces due to their habits of closely associating with human activities.

Nests are built out of sticks, straw and whatever else can be found including paper, plastic and other waste material.

This is a particular problem when they choose to build nests in roof spaces and cavities as it presents a fire risk and an entry point for bird mites into houses.

Many people dislike myna birds simply because they’re noisy. They congregate to feed at various public places and in doing so provide a background noise that makes being there all the less enjoyable.

In Victoria the myna bird is not a declared pest under the Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 nor is it a protected species by law.

The Department of Primary Industries does not consider it reasonable to impose the lawful responsibility of control of myna birds upon all landowners when it is unlikely to result in the desired outcome of ‘eradicate or control or prevent its spread in the wild’ (the requirements that must be satisfied to be able to declare a species under the Act) (DPI, 201).

Therefore a person (at their discretion) may capture and/or destroy these birds by appropriate legal humane methods.

Myna birds are intelli-

gent and can be difficult to control, however if myna control is your beef, the use of cage traps is the most commonly deployed technique.

For information relating to trapping myna birds visit the Canberra Indian Myna Action Group Inc. website at www.indianmynaaction.org.au.

Keep in mind that in accordance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulation 2008 SECT 35, a confinement trap (such as a Myna trap) must not be set or used on any land, except with the consent of the owner or occupier of the land, or, in the case of Crown land, the manager of the land.

Once captured, the regulations consider them in your care and you are responsible for the trapped bird’s welfare. Please make sure you provide food, water and shade for the birds whilst they are in the trap, do not leave them in the trap overnight and handle them gently when removing them.

The trapped myna bird must be humanely euthanised using methods approved in Victoria as soon as is reasonably possible.

The South Gippsland Landcare Network is encouraging those who bought a trap to share the results of their control efforts, visit www.feralscan. org.au/mynascan for details. Recording captured numbers is vital to determining the effectiveness of a control program and it also inspires health competition between other trapping groups.

There are various myna bird control programs currently running in West Gippsland. Contact your local Landcare Network to find out whether there are any formed groups operating in your area.

If you live in the South

Gippsland area contact project officer, Kate Williams on 5662 5759 or email katew@wgcma.vic. gov.au to find out where you can source a trap or to share knowledge, skills and experience in controlling mynabirds.

Tips for reducing myna bird problems IN MOST instances, a few simple modifications to our own behaviour and habits can reduce opportunities for myna birds: • plant open canopy species to reduce communal roosting options; • feed pets indoors or after dark; • seal off potential entry points to your roof to

reduce nesting options; • cover food and use bins with lids; • do not leave food scraps unattended in picnic areas; • remove uneaten pet food and cover food containers; • plant native vegetation in landscaping, gardens and open spaces; • remove access to poultry and stock feed; • regularly clean outdoor eating areas around shops, restaurants and cafes; and • leep informed and tell your friends about these simple solutions.

Source: MynaScan, Invasive Animals CRC and FeralScan 2011.

Out there: Indian myna birds (Acridotherertristis) are a medium-sized, dark brown bird with a black head and neck, and a yellow beak, eye patch and legs. They have white wing patches that are obvious in flight.

Here you go: South Gippsland Landcare Network’s Jill Vella presented a myna bird trap to her husband Michael Vella for Valentine’s Day. The trap was decorated accordingly and the card attached read “To my Valentine, my love for you is no myna thing!”

Proud Legacy tradition BY a remarkable coincidence, the three members of the South Gippsland Legacy executive are all children of past group presidents.

New president Alex Moon is the son of Lance Moon who was president of the group in 1977.

Lance was also a councillor with the former Shire of South Gippsland and shire president in 1989. He died that same year.

Alex, who was installed as president at the group’s recent changeover, said he was pleased to have followed in his father’s footsteps. Alex lives in Yanakie.

Sue Loughridge of Loch, is the group’s secretary, a role she has held since 1997, apart from 2008 when she was president.

That year, her husband

Tom was the secretary.

Sue is the daughter of Norm White, who joined Legacy in 1974 and was group president in 1982.

Norm died in 1999.

Newly inducted treasurer Denise Poletti is the daughter of William Faw-

kner from Fish Creek. He presided over the group in 1983, which was also the year that he died.

Sue, Alex and Denise are all touched to be serving Legacy, as their fathers before them had done.

Nice handball: Tarwin officials Kieran O’Loughlin, Frank Keiley, Andy Guymer and Anthony Hullick with South Gippsland Landcare Network’s Kathleen Bartlett, and Richmond footballers Trent Cotchin and Brendan Gale.

Tigers, Tarwin and trees THE worlds of football and Landcare will collide on Friday, March 1, when the Tarwin Football and Netball Club and Tarwin Landcare Group host a community tree planting day.

Tradition: following in their respective fathers’ footsteps are South Gippsland Legacy executive members Sue Loughridge, Alex Moon and Denise Poletti. Their fathers were all presidents of the group. Photo courtesy Mirboo North Times.

The day is the outcome of the 2012 Inaugural Richmond Football Club Landcare Grant awarded to Tarwin Landcare Group and Tarwin Football and Netball Club to undertake vegetation works at the Tarwin Recreational Reserve.

The value of the grant was $5000.

Everyone in the local community is invited to join students from the Tarwin Lower Primary School and Richmond Football Club to plant 500 native trees.

The tree planting will kick off at 2pm, with a barbecue following in the afternoon for volunteers.

Local Landcare project officer Kathleen Bartlett said: “The day is a fantastic celebration of the local community.

“We are very grateful that the Richmond Football Club has supported us with the first ever

Richmond Football Club Landcare Grant.

“This great initiative is not only to improve the environment in the area, but also to celebrate the Tarwin Landcare Group and Tarwin Sharks Football and Netball Club.

“This day will be a perfect example of how Landcare brings communities together to get work done and have fun.”

For further details or to arrange an interview or photo opportunity prior to the event please contact Kathleen Bartlett on 5662 5759.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 27

Together u-knighted

By Matt Dunn FOR members of the Leongatha Medieval Society, the opportunity to don armour and take up swords in the name of (mock) bloody battle is something not to be missed.

So when asked to join the fray of the epic short film Troll Bridge, based on a fable written by renowned English writer Terry Pratchett, they were always going to do their bit for the cause – even if it meant dying over and over again.

LMS member Damian Noonan played the part, quite briefly, of Sir William O’Noonan (not to mention a number of other butchered characters who come to grief at the hands/sword of the muscle-bound Cohen the Barbarian).

“I’m an extra with one line that I hope makes the final production cut,” Damien said with a laugh.

He was invited, along with other LMS members, to be part of the production

by Sven Skildbiter (Stephen Francis Wyley) from Actor Fight Training Australia. Like the LMS members, Sven has a penchant for “living history” or the enactment of specific moments from history.

“He was chasing some guys with good armor and archers willing to spend a couple of weekends doing a fight scene for the film,” he said.

“My character - although character is probably too big a word - is basically a common soldier repeating something to my deaf leader. As for

what happens to him, he gets killed by Cohen.

Pretty much everyone gets killed by the end of the battle scene, if not by the other army, then by Cohen the Barbarian, who happily comes out of the mist and lays into both sides at once.

“I think I get killed about four times in the film and had to keep changing gear so I wouldn’t look the same way. I was flailing about on the ground with an arrow hanging out my eye when director Daniel Knight ended up saying, “Dame, you can’t be killed in this movie again sorry. Next.’”

Damien said there was a “good showing” of locals in the film.

“Paul Foster dies valiantly at least twice, and ladies will swoon at his on screen presence. I tell you he’s a real Casanova. Len Buckland was flinging arrows left, right and centre, killing all comers with great abandon as was the mighty Dean Collard and winsome Sir Tristyn Smith,” he said.

While Damien loved being part of the filming and would do it all again, he has no plans to move to Hollywood just yet.

“I enjoyed it and yeah it was a laugh. It’s really something else to chalk up on the ‘Yep, I’ve had a crack at that’ board. It was basically a couple of fully catered weekends - with plenty of ye olde ale for afterwards - spent in the middle of nowhere with a couple of hundred guys running about in full armor screaming at each other.

What’s not to love?” he said.

“As for Hollywood aspirations, no, Johnny Depp has written me a formal letter begging me not to

outshine him so looks like Leongatha will just have to suffer me instead.”

Director Daniel Knight said the film will be released later this year, after a lengthy post-production phase that will involve the production of many computer generated effects.

“There’s a family of CG trolls who will be produced in the same way Gollum was done in Lord of the Rings. Plus there’s a talking horse and some bridge extension that need to be put in later on. There’s a lot that needs to be done postproduction,” he said.

Aside from Gollumlike creatures, Troll Bridge has another connection to Lord of the Rings, with many scenes filmed against the mountainous backdrops of Queenstown in New Zealand.

Tough job: Damien Noonan (aka Sir William O’Noonan) takes a nap between battles.

Council eyes Maher’s Landing

By Brad Lester INVERLOCH’S boat ramp will remain unchanged but many improvements are proposed for the launching ramp at Maher’s Landing.

Bass Coast Shire Council is considering upgrading the Maher’s Landing facility to include a jetty and an even longer ramp.

Ramp users will now be consulted to determine priorities for work, such as whether the ramp should be improved ahead of the car park.

Derek Hibbert, council’s coast and bushland coordinator, has pledged to maintain Inverloch’s main ramp but has declared Maher’s Landing as “a key facility for this area’s boating needs”.

The town ramp will continue to serve as the main launching destination for ocean-

going vessels but boaters should not expect to be able to launch and retrieve boats there in all weather conditions.

“This facility has some limitations and a lot of that is due to its location,” Mr Hibbert said.

“The dynamic changing nature of the inlet makes it hard to implement any improvements to make it an all weather facility, so we are looking at Maher’s Landing.

“It is just down the road and that will alleviate some pressure (on the Inverloch ramp), predominantly over the summer period.”

Mr Hibbert said conditions at Maher’s Landing are “pretty basic”.

“There is a lot of investigation to be done but council is looking forward to upgrading boating facilities in the Inverloch region,” he said.

Potential improvements to Maher’s Landing were listed in the feasibility

study undertaken on council’s behalf and published in Report for Maher’s Landing Boat Ramp, Boating Action Plan, August 2011.

That plan proposed three concept plans for the ramp.

One was replacing the existing flex mat ramp with a new, two lane concrete ramp cast insitu and a fixed jetty.

The second was replacing the existing ramp with a precast, two lane concrete ramp and a fixed jetty.

The third was erecting a groyne/pier 30m offshore, a new precast, two lane concrete lamp and a fixed jetty.

The car park could also be sealed, parking bays delineated, and fish cleaning facilities improved.

A breakwater may also be installed to create a safe harbour.

“It’s early days but the priority would be looking at improving that ramp,”

Mr Hibbert said.

“We have the data but any improvements would require a lot of

investigation into coastal processes and the impact on flora and fauna, and the impact on geological

processes.”

Mr Hibbert said any ramp works would require several approvals

and successful funding applications to such external sources as the State Government.

Not now: Derek Hibbert, Bass Coast Shire Council’s coast and bushland coordinator, said council will focus on upgrading Maher’s Landing boat ramp, not the Inverloch town ramp.

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Wonthaggi eyes new surf club

By Simone Short ALTHOUGH memories may last the test of time, unfortunately buildings don’t always do the same.

Teamwork and community spirit were the foundations of the Wonthaggi Surf Life Saving Club when it was first built by members in 1958, with every brick hand made by the volunteers.

However, more than 50 years later, the club is hoping to bring their facilities into the 21st century with a new multi-million dollar building.

Club president Mark Scott said the facilities no longer meet their needs and are becoming dilapidated, with bricks on the hall disintegrating, and the clubhouse literally cracking down the middle.

“It was purpose built for a different membership base and different beach users,” he said.

“We’ve added to it over the years, but we’re getting to the stage where we can’t extend it anymore.”

In 2000, bunk rooms were added to the existing facilities to enable young surf lifesaver volunteers to stay overnight during the holidays, and to also accommodate visiting groups.

Mr Scott said with only two bunk rooms however, they’re having to turn away bigger groups wishing to use their facilities.

They’re also severely lacking storage space for important surf life rescue equipment in the club house, and volunteers on duty are left without heating or cooling.

“There’re a lot of pride and passion and history in these facilities,” Mr Scott said.

“But it’s going to cost us $750,000 over the next five years to maintain our current buildings, so the point we’re now at is a new facility needs to be considered.”

Mr Scott said the ageing buildings are also turning away potential volunteers and members, who opt to join neighbouring clubs with better facilities.

With a concept plan the next step in the process, Mr Scott said they don’t only want new buildings, but to create a community hub within the site.

“We’d love to create a place for both members and visitors with new playground equipment, upgraded public toilets, a better barbecue area and a proper car park with disabled access to the facilities,” he said.

“While the current hall is great for when we have school groups here, it rarely gets used during the week. We’d love to turn this space into an internet cafe and improve the coffee shop we’ve got, and really make a space suitable for a variety of activities.

“We’d also like it to be aesthetically pleasing so it fits in with the environment around it.”

Costs to upgrade both the hall and club house are estimated to be around $2 million, and Mr Scott said the club hopes to receive funding and grants from Surf Life Saving Victoria and the Bass Coast Shire Council, with both former Councillor John Duscher and Cr Neil Rankine supporting the project.

The club would also need to contribute some of the funding, with members prepared to hold a number of fundraisers and a potential Buy a Brick program.

With the Wonthaggi club first established in 1938 and the oldest of its kind in the Bass Coast, Mr Scott said he hopes they can keep some of the character of the current building and take it with them into a new one.

“We wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for all of our members and I know how important our current building is to them,” he said.

“It’s just time to bite the bullet.”

Dilapidated: Wonthaggi Surf Life Saving Club president Mark Scott with daughter Shae, who is also a Nipper, said their current facilities are no longer meeting the needs of the club and its visitors.

Helping hand for travellers TRAVELLERS Aid Australia is ready, willing and able to assist travellers from South Gippsland to navigate their way around Melbourne.

They are standing by to help visitors to the city in many different ways, whether they arrive on the train, tram or bus for medical or dental appointments or are seniors and/or have a disability and just in need of some time out and personal care.

Bass MLA Ken Smith said Travellers Aid is a not-for-profit organisation which can provide a volunteer companion to meet you at your train, tram or bus stop and guide you through the streets of Melbourne to attend your medical or dental appointments.

“This is a wonderful service available to those from rural and regional areas such as ours who may not know their way around Melbourne but have appointment times

to meet or are unable or uncomfortable about travelling on their own,” he said.

“The companions guide you through the public transport system and get you to the hospital or clinic on time with as little stress as possible.

“Sometimes you may have to visit Melbourne on your own or are unable to take a taxi to the appointment. That’s where Travellers Aid comes in. With prior arrangements being made, they will meet you at your designated meeting place in Melbourne and take care of you every step of the way.”

The Travellers Aid Access Service is available to seniors and people with a disability whereby you can rest, freshen up and perhaps obtain a meal or recharging point for you scooter or wheelchair.

“There are two locations: Southern Cross Station and Flinders Street Station each with varying hours, each open seven days a week.

No appointment is needed for this service and full details can be found on the website www.travellersaid.org.au.

“Travellers Aid also offers small interest free loans for low income families to help cope with primary and secondary school student public transport travel fees, making it easier to purchase a half yearly or yearly ticket at a much reduced rate than weekly tickets and having the ability to pay off the loan over many months,” Mr Smith said.

“I strongly suggest you call in to my office in Wonthaggi and pick up a brochure or tap onto the website and make yourself aware of these most helpful and free services.”

Travellers Aid relies on support provided by V/Line and donations from organisations and the public.

To ensure the services continue, you can pledge your support by visiting the travellersaid.org.au website and click on the Donate Now button or call 9654 2600.

Landcare launches grant program Smoking ban

uncertainty ASTATE Government move to ban smoking in playgrounds, swimming pools, sporting grounds and recreational areas may impact on councils.

South Gippsland Shire Council’s Bryan Sword, manager planning and environmental health, said council is yet to determine the impact the government’s proposed amendment to the Tobacco Act could have on council resources.

“However, over the past decade the general public has demonstrated a willingness to adopt and self regulate smoking reforms, for example no smoking in enclosed areas in pubs and clubs,” he said.

Council is currently funded under a Munici-

pal Association of Victoria (MAV) agreement to undertake a tobacco education and enforcement program in the shire.

Member for Eastern Victoria Philip Davis said the Coalition would amend the act to protect children from secondhand cigarette smoke in public areas including playgrounds and children’s sporting events.

It is hoped the ban will also help reduce the smoking rates.

“Each year in Victoria more than 4000 people die as a result of smoking,” Mr Davis said.

“Smoking also creates $2.4 million in health related costs and lost productivity every year.

“While we respect the rights of adults to choose whether they want to smoke, these changes to

the Tobacco Act will protect children who don’t yet have the capacity to choose whether they are exposed to second-hand cigarette smoke.

“Once the legislation is passed, fines will apply for anyone found to be smoking in any of these public areas, especially around children.”

A technical issues paper on the implementation of these reforms will be distributed at the end of February inviting responses from local government, sporting groups and organisations involved in children’s sport.

There will also be a consultation period of six weeks.

The amendments will come before Parliament later in the year, following the public consultation.

THE Bass Coast Landcare Network Public Fund is thrilled to announce its inaugural Community Grants Program.

The public fund is now ready to make a call for projects to Landcare or other environmental groups.

The fund has been set up to support the Bass Coast Landcare Network’s core purposes, focusing on supporting essential environmental works that protect and enhance our region’s precious natural assets.

Michaela Salvato, chair of the board of trustees of the public fund, in announcing the call for projects said: “The BCLN are delighted to

have established the Public Fund and look forward to being able to promote and support environmental projects in the region that will create long lasting community assets to be enjoyed by everyone.

“We would encourage individuals and community groups alike to submit project applications, no matter how large or small, for consideration as part of the BCLN Public Fund.”

There are three categories of grants offered under the Community Grants Program. These categories are: • general community grants (including on ground natural resource management and educational pro-

grams; • capital works for a community based facilities; and • community special events.

There is no upper limit to the amount that can be applied for.

The Public Fund will be seeking additional support for larger projects that meet the priorities of the Bass Coast Landcare Network Strategic Plan.

To apply for the funds and download an application form, grants policy and guidelines, please visit www. basscoastlandcare.org.au For more information please contact Kellie Nichols on 5678 2335 or k.nichols@basscoast.vic.gov.au.

Revealing opportunities: Bass Coast Landcare Network trustees from left: Jon Hauser, Michaela Salvato, Susan Pryde and Paul Smith. Absent Ian James.

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This stunning three bedroom home is now available through SEJ Real Estate. See page 33 for details.

Luxury living at its finest NEW LISTING

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LEONGATHA

LEONGATHA

LEONGATHA

LEONGATHA

A welcoming & stylish 3 BR home nestled in a private, quiet court position. Easy walk to town centre. Kept in excellent condition.

Includes open plan living (up to date kitchen, dining, lounge ) ducted vacuum system, fully fenced balcony/ entertaining deck & back yard , lock-up garage, small storage shed & private low maintenance gardens. A delightful family home & real value for money. Ideal for 1st home buyers, retirees, investors .

A private & affordable home in immaculate condition. Offers 3 BRs (all with BIRs,) plus versatile bungalow. Stylish renovated kitchen has all mod cons. Ducted heating, split system & ceiling fans provide excellent all year round heating/cooling. Attractive & private paved undercover patio/BBQ area, manicured lawns & gardens. Has rear yard access through the double carport. All in excellent condition & located in quiet leafy street.

On approximately 3 acres, this property is an opportunity to move to the country whilst still just being under 3 kms from Leongatha township. The cosy, partially renovated cottage features polished floorboards, separate formal lounge with open fire-place, large central kitchen/ dining room, 3 bedrooms & renovated bathroom. An attached carport & 3 bay machinery shed provides plenty of parking.

Well fenced, private & with lovely rural views.

Double garage, double carport & large lock-up shed for 2 car/caravan storage. Modern,bright & airy 3 BR family home located in a quiet court. Large kitchen/dining room, separate lounge & 2nd sitting room provide plenty of living options. Other important extras incl. solid fuel heater, split-system, solar hot water system, large spa bath & block of over 1,135 sqm.

$245,000 Sole agent

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$365,000 Sole agent 5 McCartin Street LEONGATHA

Lindsay Powney 0428 515 103

Robyn Powney 0488 454 547

5662 2220

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Ideal home for caravan or boat owner T

HIS beautifully maintained-quality brick veneer home sits on a corner block in an excellent location.

With a school bus to all schools driving past your door, this four bedroom home is ideal for a family.

Features: master with en suite and walk-in robe, built-in robes to other bedrooms, reverse cycle air conditioner, large open plan living/ dining/kitchen area with a second reverse cycle air conditioner and solid timber floors.

A built-in entertainment unit in the lounge is perfect for hiding away DVDs, recorders, games and cords.

A big double garage opens directly into the house while there is room for four cars to park in the driveway, and a carport with roller door accessed from Carr Avenue is perfect for a caravan or boat.

An all weather undercover entertainment deck, a second paved sitting area, lock-up garden shed and double gates accessing the backyard complete this impressive home.

LEONGATHA

Location: 1 Norview Drive Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Price: $430,000 Agent: Alex Scott & Staff Leongatha Contact: 5662 0922

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Primely located in Ogilvy Street opposite schools & very easy flat walk to the main street. High ceilings, ornate cornice, ceiling roses & sach windows. The kitchen is well appointed with stone bench tops, WI pantry & plenty of bench space. The lounge is a large light filled room with doors onto the returned verandah & access to the study. Ducted reverse cycle air con.

Huge covered outdoor entertaining area, dble carport, 6x15m lock up shed with rear lane access and self-cleaning in ground pool with water feature and under water lighting.

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63 Peart Street Leongatha Presentation Perfect massive shed Lovingly renovated & situated in a great location, this 3 bdrm brick home deserves an inspection.

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10/105 McCartin Street, Leongatha

6 73 Parr Street, Leongatha 4 bdrms, views & magnificent workshop

$575,000 Sole Agent

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Be quick to secure this huge 4 bedroom at below replacement value. Located in a quiet court close to schools, this light sunny home boasts 3 big living with one having double door to hide all the kids toys, en suite and walk in robe to master, built in robes to the other 3 bedrooms, secure backyard, double garage with direct access inside, colonial features and much much more.

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Approx 7 years old, 28 sq of living, huge open plan living spaces with R/C A/C. Loads of storage. Nth facing rumpus room, large deck & overlooking a delightful combination of residential homes and rural landscape. Huge under-house workshop.

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Neatly presented home in court setting. The home has a huge open living area with new carpets & R/C A/C. Access to large back yard, a covered entertaining area with plenty of room to hold a family function.

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$220,000 10 Holt Street, Leongatha $245,000 5 Davison Street, Leongatha $255,000 8 Lee Parade, Leongatha $265,000 42 Koonwarra Road, Leongatha $269,000

58 Chamberlain Drive Leongatha Modern contemporary

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Unique 3 brm home with study set on a huge 1495m2 block well located to the Primary & Secondary Schools. Spacious split level living area with a northerly facing.

22 acres, large 4 bed house with an additional 2 bed self contained unit. Tranquil gardens, children's playground, BBQ area, stockyards, loading race, crush, ample shedding, dam, orchid & veggie patch.

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Natalie Couper 0428 941 541

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Quality built home for easy living T

HIS builder’s own home is located in a quiet court area within walking distance to

the town’s schools.

Only two years old, this stylish home features three bedrooms, study (or fourth bedroom), modern

kitchen, open plan meals and family area and a theatre or rumpus room.

The master bedroom has an en suite and walk-in

robe whilst the other bedrooms and study all have built-in robes.

The natural gas log fire and split system ensure year round temperature control throughout the home.

The main living area opens out onto a private outdoor area complete with your very own water feature.

In addition to the double lock-up garage there is also a fully concreted driveway, allowing access to the backyard as well as a two-bay shed, perfect for a caravan, boat and any other toys.

The garden is low maintenance with a decent sized back yard, ideal for kids or the family pet.

Other features include ducted vacuuming, stainless steel appliances and a spacious laundry with plenty of storage.

LEONGATHA Location: 20 Vale Court Bedrooms:4 Bathrooms:2 Car spaces: 2 Internet ID: 275364 Price: $420,000 Agent: Stockdale & Leggo Leongatha Contact: 5662 5800

‘Eagleview’ E

AGLEVIEW is a stunning 108 acre property within four kilometres of Inverloch.

An impressive entrance off the highway and the long tree lined driveway gives you a hint that something special is awaiting.

The home, set on a rise with magnificent

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views of Anderson Inlet, Smythes Point and Eagles Nest plus delightful rural views definitely does not disappoint.

You can watch the sun set from one of the three living rooms in the four bedroom house, the older part of which has pressed metal ceilings.

The home grounds, with spacious lawn ar-

eas and shady trees, are mostly fenced off with old style timber rails and they overlook a large dam complete with a jetty.

The farm has a laneway which serves all the paddocks and each paddock has reticulated water.

The pastures are excellent and there is an added delight of approxi-

mately 10 acres of natural bush which fronts Screw Creek, making it possible to kayak to Anderson Inlet and Inverloch.

The farm is served by very good stockyards, machinery shed with a workshop and a large hayshed. This is a showpiece property and an opportunity which is rare.

126 Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch Saturday, March 30 @ 11am on site

INVERLOCH

OVER 1,000 SQ METRES, 75 METRES FROM BEACH A wonderful vacant parcel with some water views, scattered mature gums and right across the road from the beach! An easy walk or cycle to the town centre on the bike path. A fantastic location to build your family holiday or permanent home with plenty of space to play. A single building covenant on this property. Reserve price $700,000 Lewis Stone: 0407 505 141

Sarah Spencer-Smith: 0417 515 942

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Location: 259 Inverloch Venus Bay Road Bedrooms: 4 Auction: Saturday, March 16 at 11am on-site Reserve: $1.7 million Open for inspection: every Saturday 12-12.30pm Agent: Landmark Harcourts Inverloch Contact: Lewis Stone on 0407 505 141 or Sarah Spencer Smith on 0417 515 942

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 33

Stunning and secluded T

HIS stunning residence offers the finest in luxury

family living and entertaining, brilliantly located only minutes

walk to the Leongatha CBD. Set on over half an acre of exquisite gardens, this

immaculately presented solid brick residence with spacious proportions, offers three bedrooms, en suite with a sunny outlook and a modernised main bathroom.

A ‘master chef’s kitchen’ features a Falcon Classic 110 electric stove and views over the landscaped gardens.

There is dual living space, bar, a large dining area, sunny auditorium and a gallery style laundry complete with enormous storage space.

The ultimate all weather outdoor entertainment area has everything you could possibly dream of, the perfect barbecue facility with built in sink, fire place and not to mention the undercover spa and amenities room.

Sealed circular driveways, extensive landscaping and paving have been well thought out and provide fantastic access to all areas of the garden, orchard and vegie patch.

A double carport and 24’x20’ workshop complete this meticulously maintained executive home.

Inspection will delight!

LEONGATHA

Location: 1A Sawyer Street Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Price: $670,000 Agent: SEJ Real Estate Contact: Glenys Foster on 0408 515 665

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! 4 bedrooms, ensuite and spa bath. ! Features open fire and timber

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! Quality pastures & water supply

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bullocks ! Powered property - good shedding ! Located on the edge of Mirboo North

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Upwards of $2,800,000 Best value in town LEONGATHA

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! 1940s 3 bdrm plus large rumpus room ! Very well presented, new roof, lots

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$245,000

! Brick Veneer 3 bedroom with dual

access bathroom ! Formal lounge & dining areas with well equipped kitchen ! Located within walking distance to all schools

! 3 bedroom weatherboard home ! 1,432m2 block, rear access &

established trees ! Great location close to schools and

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! 3 bedrooms quality built home ! Dual access bathroom ! Lge double garage with rear access

$295,000

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Barry Redmond 0418 515 666

South Gippsland Hwy LEONGATHA

5662 4033 www.sej.com.au

Glenys Foster 0408 515 665 SEJ5260402

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A signature property W

hen size, quality and extras count!

This is a stunning home and only an inspection will reveal the full nature of this special property.

Direct access from the three car garage into the house reveals the first of many surprises.

Enter through the laundry or through the ‘butler’s pantry’, with its cupboards, benches, sink and single drawer dishwasher.

The pantry adjoins the kitchen, a dream in itself with its extensive array of storage space, long island bench and central position in the huge liv-

ing/dining room.

Choose to sit in the open spacious living room, or venture into the adjoining TV/lounge/ reading room.

Another option is the ‘home theatre’ room.

Use it as a lounge, home office or fifth bedroom.

All bedrooms are spacious, the main featuring a generous walk-through robe and amazing en suite.

Five extra storage cupboards line the hallway and family room walls.

A ducted vacuum system makes cleaning the neutral toned carpets a breeze.

Quality blinds are fit-

ted throughout and painted feature walls add to the stylish décor.

Three split-systems more than cater for heating and cooling.

A covered, private and sheltered entertaining patio is directly off the dining area.

Two 3000 litre water tanks are a bonus for garden watering. A rear roller-door in the garage provides handy side access to the back garden and to a small lock-up storage shed.

This house, with all its space, extras and well thought out design is an opportunity not to be missed.

LEONGATHA Location: 5 Eleanor Court Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 3 Internet ID: 113034431 Price: $445,000 Agent: Insight Real Estate Contact: 5662 2220 Sole Agent New Listing

Rare opportunity of a rural lifestyle H

AVE you been dreaming of the perfect country property to call home?

Look no further.

Sitting on approximately 1.5 acres and surrounded by farmland, this rambling three bedroom home is the opportunity to make your dream come true.

Featuring two living zones, a study or office, near

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new carpets and floating boards, all that’s left to do is add your own personal touch.

A solid fuel heater will keep your home warm in winter, while reverse cycle heating and air conditioning will perfect the temperature no matter the weather.

A disused dairy and huge lockable machinery shed complete the property.

Located half way between Korumburra and Leongatha with a great rural outlook, this is the ideal rural lifestyle.

This charming country property will go to auction on Friday, March 15 at 2pm, so make sure you don’t miss your chance to make it your own.

Inspection is available on Fridays from 1pm until 2pm or by appointment.

KARDELLA SOUTH

Location: 835 Old Leongatha Road Bedrooms: 3 (plus study) Bathrooms: 1 Auction: Friday, March 15 at 2pm on-site Agent: Alex Scott & Staff Korumburra Contact: Scott on 0427 552 898 or Dean on 0419 399 856

“THE STAR�, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 35

One of a kind lifestyle property T

AKE a short drive along a sealed road to discover one of the most delightful properties to be presented to Stockdale and Leggo.

With its unique design, this home is aesthetically pleasing from the outside and is sure not to disappoint upon entry.

Set on approximately four acres with rural

views, the home has been fully renovated and extended, boasts sizeable bedrooms with high ceilings, stained glass features scattered throughout and functional living areas allowing for indoor and outdoor entertaining.

A superb feature of the home is the master bedroom with rural views, large walk-in robe and a tiled en suite luxury ho-

tels would be envious of.

The master bathroom is also impressive, with a charming clawfoot bath and separate shower.

The home has excellent storage with builtin bookshelves near the main bedroom and builtin desk and cupboards in one of the three living areas, which can be closed off from the family room for home theatre use.

The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and is adjacent to the family and dining area, with doors opening up onto the huge deck. The formal living area is a lovely place to sit and enjoy the open fire place.

There are options of reverse cycle air conditioning and a solid fuel heater in the other areas.

The garden and surrounds

are treed with a mixture of gums, ornamental pears, fruit and olive trees and provides a good balance of lawn and pasture.

There is plenty of shedding for the car lover with two double garages plus handy mower and wood storage shed.

This is a stunning property only five minutes from town and caters for a myriad of buyers.

LEONGATHA NORTH Location: 330 Leongatha North Road Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 4 Internet ID: 275659 Price: $748,000 Agent: Stockdale & Leggo Leongatha Contact: 5662 5800

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Stunning views, vendor says sell T

HIS beautiful five acre property with a building permit and spectacular 180 degree views over the inlet and Mahers Landing is only minutes drive out of Inverloch.

The building envelope is situated on the higher part of this property, hence the views.

The owners are keen to sell, so we encourage offers.

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Location: 537 InverlochVenus Bay Road Land size: 5 acres Price: $380,000 Agent: Alex Scott & Staff Inverloch Contact: 5674 1111

It is a fabulous house site, with a sizeable dam and power at the boundary.

There aren’t too many properties that can boast views to Eagles Nest and then down to Anderson Inlet.

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$270,000

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4692m2 ICONIC LEONGATHA SITE 3 year lease - $75,000 pa Total building/s floor space 2493m2 (approx) 2 road frontages + side lane Industrial 1 zone - 1 block from L’gatha CBD Information memorandum available on request More info at www.alexscott.com.au

AUCTION March 2 at 1pm ON SITE 5 FAIRFAX COURT, INVERLOCH •4bdrm,3livingareas,large wellappointedkitchen • North facing rear garden & undercover deck • Walking distance to surf beach

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• Brick veneer family home • 4 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms • Secure backyard, close to schools

61 PEART STREET, LEONGATHA • Builders own - full renovations • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas • Great location - A must see!

55 TURNER STREET, LEONGATHA

11 ‘THE GRANGE’ McDONALD ST, LEONGATHA • Leongatha’s premier over 55’s complex • 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite • Enclosedverandah,patioblindsoverlookinggarden

5 SCARLETT CLOSE, LEONGATHA • Architectural passive solar design • 4bdrm,2living,2bathroom.Uninterruptedruralviews • Built by renowned local builder

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1 NORVIEW DRIVE, LEONGATHA • Ideal 4 bedroom home • 2 living areas, 2 bathrooms • Corner block, dual access

26-27 BLAIR CRESCENT, LEONGATHA • Large 4 bedroom home • Double block - 1865m2 • Quiet court location

5 HIGG STREET, LEONGATHA • As new 4 bdrm family home with 2 living areas • Master bedroom with ensuite, BIRs, bath with spa • Secure backyard with landscaped gardens

$430,000

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537 INVERLOCH VENUS BAY RD, INVERLOCH • 5 acres with spectacular views of Andersons Inlet & PointSmytheoppositeMaher’sLandingboatramp • Outstanding home site & Permit to build REDUCED TO SELL $380,000

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AUCTION - Friday 1st March 2013 12 noon at Leongatha Memorial Hall

UNIT 8, 5 LINDSEY CLOSE, INVERLOCH • 3 bedroomwithsemidetachedtownhouse • High quality appointments throughout • Large living with private decks and water views $425,000

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UNIT 10, 4 MILES LANE, LEONGATHA • 2 bedroom unit • Open plan living, lock up garage • Quiet complex, close to shops

32 YOUNG STREET, LEONGATHA • 3 Bedroom home plus study, 2 bathrooms • Renovated kitchen, double garage • Picture perfect views

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• 48.9 acres with views of Andersons Inlet • Renovated 4 bdrm home plus study • Tranquil gardens with an abundance of shedding

1/7 A’Beckett Street 5674 1111

5662 0922 45 Bair Street Andrew Newton 0402 940 320

Alan Steenholdt 0409 423 822

Peter Dwyer 0428 855 244

• Distinctive 4 bedroomdoublestoreyhome • 2 bathroom, 2 living areas • Double lock up garage and large workshop PRICE ON APPLICATION

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War talk for Welshpool kids STUDENTS in the Welshpool and District Primary School senior class were privileged to have Mr Bob Bloch speak to them last Wednesday.

Mr Bloch spoke to the class about his experiences in World War II as Aircrew in the RAAF as part of the humanities unit Sue Dower is teaching alongside her

French lessons.

Mr Bloch was a signaller and later a pilot of Sunderland flying boats in the Battle of the Atlantic, which will give extra meaning to the modelling competition that some children are completing for the Foster Show.

With Anzac Day approaching, our students will now understand the service and meaning a little more.

Guest speaker: students in the senior class at Welshpool and District Primary School heard from World War II veteran Bob Bloch last week.

How creative are you?

Youth grants: Bass Coast Shire Council’s youth planning and policy officer, Ben Cavender, (right) explains the Young Leaders in Local Government project to some local young people.

Big plans for youth grant BASS Coast Shire Council will use a $30,000 youth grant to develop a leadership program that will encourage youth to be vocal, connected and inspired.

Council’s community and economic development director, Steven Piasente, said the program will encourage young people to provide feedback on Council issues that are important to them.

“As part of the program we will create re-

sources and opportunities for young people to have their say,” he said.

“We will be linking participants to training and leadership opportunities within Council based on their interests. We hope this will inspire them to investigate ongoing career opportunities within Bass Coast.”

Many of these actions have already been identified as part of the Youth Action Plan and the funding gives council the opportunity to deliver on some of these objectives.

“The program will focus at young people aged 16 to 25,” Mr Piasente said.

“We are still waiting for the funding details to arrive, but we aim to recruit young people with a variety of interests and that reflect the diversity of the area.”

For further information on the project, please contact council’s youth planning and policy officer, Ben Cavender, via email b.cavender@basscoast. vic.gov.au or call 1300 226 278.

IF YOUR fingers itch to do something creative, then two exciting new recycling competitions may stimulate your artistic gene to create a masterpiece in time for the South Gippsland Sustainability Festival on Sunday, April 7.

“For those interested in fashion, the challenge is up to create an outstanding outfit from recycled garments, collected or purchased,” said South Gippsland Shire Council’s festival organiser Christine Hamilton.

“There will be a prize for best in

load an entry form from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au and submit by March 15 to be in the running.

“The festival will be run as a ‘stand alone’ event on Sunday, April 7 this year. In the past it has been run in conjunction with the farmers’ market but it has established its own following and this will make parking easier,” Ms Hamilton said.

If businesses or individuals would like to have a stall to market their environmental products and services at the festival, they can contact Christine on 5662 9200 or email christineh@southgippsland.vic.gov. au> Sustainability>Festival

Horse riders care for land THE South Gippsland Equine Landcare Group held a successful first meeting at Korumburra recently.

Around 30 people turned out to listen to local vet and general horse expert Katherine Unkenstein from Tarwin Grove Equine Vet Clinic and Warmblood Stud speak about a range of issues

Houseboat honeymoon MELINDA Charlton and Luke Melideo enjoyed a honeymoon on a houseboat at Echuca after their wedding on December 8.

The couple wed in a garden at Ascot House, followed by a reception for 160 guests at the same venue at Ascot Vale.

Melinda is the daughter of Terry and Sue Charlton of Leongatha, and Luke is the son of Armando and Angela Melideo of Melbourne.

The bride wore a Sylvia Rose strapless dress with a fitted, fully beaded bodice and lace up back, and full tulle skirt with pick-ups.

She carried a bouquet of white and green roses with green berries, and the flowergirls, the groom’s nieces Alannah and Monique Blatti of Greenvale, had matching flowers.

Melinda was walked down the aisle – covered in red carpet – by her parents and given away.

The wedding was conducted by Charlton family friend, Jo Fennell of Leongatha, and photographed by Brenner Liana.

The couple left the reception in a horse and cart.

Luke proposed during a helicopter ride over Queensland with the message “Will you marry me” written in the sand on the couple’s fourth anniversary.

They wed on their fifth anniversary.

show and a People’s Choice Award on the day.”

The second competition will be for recycled art works, which must be created from at least 50 per cent recycled materials. The pieces will be judged on functionality and can also include wearable art.

There will be three age categories: primary (0-13 years); secondary (1418) and open (18 and over), winners of which will also be determined by the public who cast their votes on the day via the Sustainability Festival’s Facebook page.

If you’re interested in entering these inaugural competitions, down-

Memorable event: Melinda Charlton and Luke Melideo show their love.

that uniquely affect horse owners in the area. Attendees came from as far away as Bunyip and Yarram.

Katherine’s talk illustrated that Landcare for horse owners is far more than planting trees, but it is also about incorporating horse health and sustainability into every part of managing a farm.

Katherine answered questions from the attendees about a range of topics, including the importance of parasite control, different management strategies for horses and ways of controlling weeds without impacting on your animals.

The high interest shown in the group clearly displays that horse owners in the area have a real interest in sustainably managing their farms.

Following Katherine’s talk the group elected a formal committee including Larissa Judd as president, Iznaya Kennedy as secretary

and vice-president, Fleur Stefani as treasurer, and Sarah Vella and Kris Fountain as committee members.

Thegroupalsocontributed ideas for upcoming events and topics for sessions.

Topics suggested included native grass sowing, whole farm planning and further discussion on parasite control. A whole farm planning course is planned on April 9.

The group is still welcoming new members from across South Gippsland. The main aim will be to run around four workshops or information sessions a year that provide members with information and tools to improve the land they love for themselves and their horses.

The group also hopes to connect the local horse community, and enable them to share knowledge and experience.

The group intends to run equine workshops,

guest speakers, seminars and training on a range of topics chosen by members.

These could include topics on parasite control, animal health, soil and pasture management, ecosystem health or weed control.

The group will sit under the South Gippsland Landcare Network banner, giving members access to grants and funding, such as revegetation and soil health, to improve properties.

Additionally, members will receive the South Gippsland Landcare Network newsletters, e-news and access to other network events.

Membership is $22 for South Gippsland Landcare Network group members and $33 for non-South Gippsland Landcare Network group members.

For further information please see our Facebook page South Gippsland Landcare Equine Group or contact Larissa on 0407 514 443.

Movers, shakers: the newly elected committee of the South Gippsland Equine Landcare Group, from left: treasurer Fleur Stefani, committee member Sarah Vella, president Larissa Judd, secretary and vice president Iznaya Kennedy and Paula Simeth.

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Countdown to Island MUSICFEST

CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERTS Poowong Pioneer Chapel Sat, Mar. 2 & Sun, Mar. 3 @ 2pm Fiona Sargeant (viola) and Rohan Murray (from “Team of Pianists” on piano) Guest artist: Victor Hu (piano) $40pp. Conc. (not Seniors Card) $25

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With two concerts over two days, Saturday and Sunday March 9 and 10, Musicfest organisers and Phillip Island winery owners, Tim and Tricia O’Brien, said they wanted “to have something for everyone on the Musicfest stage”.

MUSICFEST features the diverse exciting sounds of Mat McHugh (from The Beautiful Girls), ‘earth rock’ sister-act Stonefield, the bluegrass-country wizardry of three-time Golden Guitar winners, the Davidson Brothers, nine-times ARIA-nominated Lisa Miller, the amazing voice of Kira Puru and The Bruise, plus Hugh McDonald, the truly delightful songwriter Laura Hill and the Tuesday Bandits, Lily

and King, Karavana Flamenca, the Simpson Three, Aussie great David Bridie and South Australian singer songwriter (and O’Neill Surfboards Life-Style Ambassador).

The seven time ARIA award winning songwriter and composer David Bridie is a founding member of Australian bands Not Drowning, Waving and My Friend The Chocolate Cake whose success both in Australia and across the world is well documented.

He has released three solo albums to critical acclaim and produced and written soundtracks for a number of feature films including The Man Who Sued God, Remote Area Nurse and The Circuit.

A pivotal and influential Australian writer and performer, David is performing at MUSICFEST on Saturday, March 9 with his band.

Sunday’s line up is set to impress with the beautiful songster Laura Hill set to perform with her band The Tuesday Bandits.

As striking as her finely-crafted songs, Laura brings a breezy ‘Eva Cassidy’ acoustic style to the stage with a truly beautiful voice and solid guitar accompaniment.

Her latest EP, The Guava Tree highlights her gift as a songwriter and follows her previous successful 2010 release, Over My Shoulder (on MGM records).

MUSICFEST is will kick off around 1.30 pm on the main stage on the Saturday, with a community stage operating in breaks between the larger acts, featuring local and up-and-coming acts during band changeovers.

Bring the picnic rug, grab a bottle of Phillip Island Winery’s award winning wines, a gourmet grazing plate and settle in for some top musical entertainment.

Tickets are being snapped up for the second MUSICFEST that promises to be another fabulous musical feast on the Island.

For the full line up and festival program and to purchase tickets, go to www.musicfestphillipisland.com. au or call Phillip Island Winery direct on 5956 8465.

Bookings: Laurie 5627 5576 or Stephen evenings 5659 2379

Prom Coast Arts Council Inc. presents

Art Bus Tour Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery to see

The Archibald Prize 2013 Tuesday, June 11 Also Oakhill Gallery (across road from MPRG) to see the “Little Archies”, plus other exhibitions.

Bus fare: $20, not refundable after May 28. MPRG Archibald entry fee payable on the bus (expected to be $8 or $10).

Taking your own lunch advised.

Bus: Departs Foster 8am; Fish Creek 8.15am; Meeniyan 8.35am; Leongatha 8.50am; Korumburra 9.05am.

Back in Foster 6-6.30pm.

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PHILLIP Island will be the place to head on the March long weekend with a stunning array of musicians set to entertain at the award winning Phillip Island Winery.

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Young on show AN EXHIBITION of selected work by emerging senior art students from South Gippsland Secondary College is currently on display at Meeniyan Art Gallery.

The Community Access Gallery showcases paintings, drawings and print.

VCE Studio Arts students were required to show their personal in-

sights into the ideas and emotions behind their art.

A selection of visual diaries offers viewers an insight into the nature of art thinking and the art exploration process.

Curator and coordinator of MAG, Pat Dempsey undertook the difficult task of selecting and hanging the diverse work, aiming to ensure at least one artwork from each student was represented.

The students, now undertaking their final year of VCE Studio Arts, are expected to have an understanding of galleries, presentation and curating. This offer to participate in a group exhibition in an artist-run gallery prior to their final year is a very privileged opportunity fostered

by MAG. The exhibition will continue through February until Thursday, March 1.

Meet the artist

JIM Pavlidis shared the stories behind his artworks at the opening of his exhibition at Gecko Studio Gallery, Fish Creek recently.

Young art: Rhonda Mayo, art coordinator at South Gippsland Secondary College, with Pat Dempsey of Meeniyan Art Gallery, finish hanging works.

North (pictured).

The exhibition is cur-

rently on and runs until March 16.

He spoke at length about his works and for an artist of Jim’s calibre, the works are well priced, with all but one work available as unframed prints.

Jim enjoyed taking time out to chat with Ann Slater of Foster

Prom Coast Arts Council Inc. presents

Art Bus Tour McClelland Gallery & Sculpture Park, Langwarrin Saturday, March 23 See McClelland Sculpture Survey & Award 2012 and other exhibitions.

Refer to www.mcclellandgallery.com

Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre Wednesday, March 6

Lunch at McClelland Café or take your own.

Bus fare: $20, not refundable.

Entry by donation.

Bus: Foster 7.30am; Fish Creek 7.45am; Meeniyan 8am; Leongatha 8.15am; Korumburra 8.25am.

Back in Foster 7.15pm approx.

Book: Michael 5683 2481 or 0421 209 878 framing@geckostudiogallery.com.au

THURS, FEBRUARY 28 2013 AT 8.00PM Adult $35 - Concession $25 Bookings: Wonthaggi Workmens Club

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Inspired by true events, Save Your Legs! is an uplifting adventure filled with comedy, cricket and Bollywood music.

Edward 'Teddy' Brown lives for his suburban cricket club and his two best friends, Rick and Stavros. When he realizes that his beloved team mates are moving on and growing up, he refuses to lose his cricket team to the realities of life and is forced to take matters into his own hands and remind them of just how good cricket can be.

See Page 2 for Stadium 4 cinema session times.

Jump onto the Stadium 4 website for more information! www.stadiumcinema.com.au

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• Gippsland Hills CWA annual state conference • Wonthaggi Vet dog walk • Poowong CSG human sign • Woorayl Lodge Valentine’s day celebrations • Mirboo North Primary School and Korumburra Secondary College Swimming Sports • FAMDA’s Arty Farty Trivia Party • Southern Business Women’s Network

Grinning winners: victorious at FAMDA’s Arty Farty Trivia Party were, standing, from left: Richard Dargaville, Peter Thomson, Bernadette Thomson, Peter Latreille, Jackie Dargaville, Anne Strong, Michael Strong and Anne Latreille. Seated, from left: Mark Alsop and Sue Alsop. Photo: RA Paragreen Photography.

Outside fun: Ken Nethercott, Annette Oldham and Maria Nethercott with their dogs Adele, Diesel and Phinn enjoyed the dog walk in Wonthaggi on a recent Saturday.

Networking duo: Maddy Harford and Andrea Evans-McCall at the Southern Business Women’s Network meeting.

By the pool: Lily Hawkins and Darcii Edwards cheer on their teammates at the Korumburra Secondary College swimming sports recently.

Hello, hello: Annette Maier and Jess McAuliffe share a laugh at the Southern Business Women’s Network meeting at the Wonthaggi Club.

Clever minds: enjoying FAMDA’s Arty Farty Trivia Party were the crew from Leongatha Lyric Theatre, from left: Patricia Wrighton, Mike Street, Jo Street, Chris Behag, Geoff Robinson, David Tattersall, Margaret Tattersall and a lady from Venus Bay.

All smiles: Margit Dancs, Shirley Trease and Norma Aldridge were red for Valentine’s Day at Woorayl Lodge.

On the table: selling CWA merchandise at the annual state conference were Sue Price, Marj Hutchinson and Margaret Hyde.

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Keeping fit: Ben Beischer and his dog Enke were having a fantastic time at the dog walk in Wonthaggi.

Young campaigners: Zali and Flynn Musgrove joined the human sign at Poowong recently.

In the kitchen: from left, Helen-Jane Browne, Sindy Van Eede, Kay Murray and Susan Pryde were preparing food for the CWA annual conference in Leongatha.

Region representatives: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Andrew McEwan and Bass Coast Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Neil Rankine chat at the human sign creation in Poowong.

Music man: Dean Whitehouse was one of the many performers who kept the crowds entertained at Poowong.

Keen swimmers: Tyler Shanahan and Abbe Moriarty were in and out of the pool all day at the swimming sports.

Sign men: Neil Erenstrom of Korumburra and Dan Caffrey of Traralgon put the final touches on the lay out for the human sign at Poowong recently.

Red roses: Stan Saario, Faye Coughlin and Nancy Stewart enjoy their chocolate roses at the Woorayl Lodge Valentine’s Day celebrations.

Great mates: Tyson Agius and Jordan Cummaudo in between races at the Mirboo North Primary School swimming sports.

Not just humans: Merv Gilbert of Outtrim and his dog Masie were happy to be part of the human sign at Poowong.

Top day: Blanche Kerr and Sylvia Smith at the Woorayl Lodge Valentine’s Day celebrations.

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Love your trade

By Sarah Vella LEONGATHA Secondary College offers trade subjects, including automotive, woodwork (building and construction) and engineering through the Vocational Education and Training program.

Students from schools within the region, including Mary MacKillop, South Gippsland Secondary College, Korumburra Secondary College and Newhaven travel to Leongatha weekly to join the VETiS classes.

The South Gippsland Bass Coast Local Learning and Employment Network (SGBCLLEN) develops partnerships between schools, industry and community to enhance education, further training and employment for young people aged 10 to19.

Karena Kerr from the network said the classes give students skills that are valuable to potential employers.

“If an employer wants to pick them up, they know the students have a comprehensive knowledge of the basic skills required for their trade,” she said.

“The kids are not ‘green’ when they are taken on and have practical skills that are useful in the workplace.”

Building and construction teacher, Anthony Golding said the program helps the students discover what a trade is all about.

“We run an auspice program with GippsTAFE for the VETiS subjects,” he said.

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“We teach up to certificate II, which is the first two years of an apprenticeship program.”

Ted Clarke, the engineering teacher said one of his students from 2012 is now working for Boeing.

“That student really wanted to be in the aviation industry and now he is in it,” he said.

Terry Hudson who teaches VETiS Auto has worked with the SGBCLLEN to develop an auto taster program for students in the region.

He said students who engaged in the program then have the industry link to go on to work experience and even a part time job with an employer.

“The connection is fantastic and we have had a couple of students take on part-time work with Jarrod Lovie at JSL Motors after last year’s taster day,” he said.

“Employers love the program and so do the students. It really sets them up well for the workplace.”

The students complete units of competency in the classroom, which counts towards the work they would do in an apprenticeship.

“The kids that stick at it do really well,” Mr Hudson said.

The SGBCLLEN has worked in partnership with Careers in Manufacturing and many local businesses to expose young people to career pathways by way of developing industry tasters and tours.

Right, Building blocks: Daniel Campbell, David Saario and Fraser Kelly from Leongatha Secondary College with their teacher, Anthony Golding with one of the models the students make as part of the building and construction unit.

Below, Taking shape: Alex Chadwick from Mary MacKillop, Callan Porter and Hayden Kirk from Newhaven, Trent Jones from LSC and teacher Ted Clarke watch on as Vince Ditta from SGSC machines a tension bar on a lathe.

A VOLUNTARY COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION

So many vegetable gardeners have crops of onions ready to harvest. We did, too, recently, and with 100 plus onions to process, we decided to top and tail them, peel them, chop them in the Thermomix (slice them if you don't have one, or chop in a food processor) and cook in some garlic oil and butter with a pinch of salt - a small pinch per onion – over a low heat, covered, for about an hour.

They will be soft and aromatic, but not browned. At this stage, allow them to cool and put them into containers in the freezer.

W h e n yo u wa n t s o m e sauteed onion, remove the container from the freezer and spoon some out - the onion won't freeze solid because of the lack of water – and use as you want.

I love the fact that it is already done and speeds up the cooking of savoury dishes.

Motor heads: Nathaniel Somerville and Brae Byrne from Korumburra Secondary College, automotive teacher, Terry Hudson, Jack Patten from KSC, Jonte Berryman from Leongatha Secondary College and Jake Nicholls from South Gippsland Secondary College get under the hood during their VET automotive class.

Bass Coast fire brigades need you CFA fire brigades will be out in the community over the next couple of weeks talking to residents about becoming part of the fire brigade.

One hour information sessions will be conducted at many fire stations where residents can find out more about being a CFA volunteer and talk to current members over light refreshments.

Brigades are seeking active men and women as daytime fire fighters, but also those to assist with community education programs, promotions and displays, fundraising and administrative activities.

“We are community members supporting and protecting our

community,” Inverloch CFA captain Allan Williamson said. “The brigade is in need of some new members who can spare a few hours a week to either attend fire calls or assist the brigade with administration, community education or fundraising.”

All CFA volunteers receive nationally accredited training and develop skills that can be used outside CFA in the workplace or at home.

Volunteer membership offers new members fresh challenges as well as a chance to meet new people and give something back to their local community.

Membership and all training is free.

Mr Williamson said that without dedicated volunteers,

Inverloch would not have a fire brigade.

“It’s only because of proactive local residents that our brigade is able to provide the community service it does. We’d love to see some new people come through the door to help us out.” he said.

“The great thing is that there is plenty to do for those who don’t want to go to fire calls”.

Information sessions will be held at the following fire stations: • Wonthaggi. Tonight, Tuesday, February 26, 7-8pm, Watt St, Wonthaggi; • Glen Alvie. Saturday, March 2, 10.30-11.30am, Grantville-Glen Alvie Road, Glen Alvie; • Inverloch. Sunday, March 3, 10.30-11.30am, A’Beckett St, Inverloch;

• Phillip Island. Monday, March 4, 7-8pm, Settlement Road, Cowes; • Dalyston. Monday, March 4, 7.30-8.30pm, Dalyston-Glen Forbes Road, Dalyston; • Kernot-Grantville. Tuesday, March 5, 7-8pm, Grantville-Glen Alvie Road, Grantville; • San Remo. Tuesday, March 5, 6.30-7.30pm, Genista Street, San Remo; and • Kilcunda. Wednesday, March 6, 7-8pm, Peppermint Road, Kilcunda.

If you are interested in joining CFA or would like further information on local information sessions call brigade support officer Jane Fontana on 0419 872 682 or visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au for more information about CFA.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 45

Star KIDS

COLOUR THE SQUIRREL

Happy Birthday

Unscramble to find the name of a famous horse

Holly Buckley

of Inverloch for February 27

STAR Kid’s Club

Fill in details and send to PO Box 84 LEONGATHA, 3953 or email starkids@thestar.com.au NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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★★★★★★★★ ARIES - March 21 - April 20

Your prestige increases, along with responsibilities - especially those related to public relations. A volunteer assignment has a personal fringe benefit. A financial windfall may arrive by the end of the week.

TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

Enjoy moments of quiet relaxation when you can - they’re becoming fewer and fewer as you enter one cycle of career/academic pressure and another of intense romantic involvement.

GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

The busy Gemini finds this a quiet week, yet it’s an active time.

Behind the scenes happenings regarding travel or educational/career advancement are taking place to your advantage.

CANCER - June 22 - July 22

Creative juices are bubbling and the week could see you complete a major project. Some friction with relatives may result from differences over how you spend funds.

LEO - July 23 - August 22

Some minor career sacrifices, but the payoff at a later time is well worth the trouble. Romance demands a more patient approach.

Travel delays are punctuated through the weekend.

VIRGO - August 23 - September 22

Reunions are accented. You may discover new life in an old friend.

A business opportunity emerges, but don’t play all the cards at once.

In romance, make few assumptions.

LIBRA - September 23 - October 22

Though you shouldn’t throw caution to the winds, a more adventuresome approach brings satisfying romantic results. Be available to receive awaited information from a far away place.

SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

At work or in the neighbourhood, you may be called on to serve as a creative consultant. Healthwise, everything is great but watch a tendency to go to extremes.

SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

Cautious optimism combines well with a financially sound plan.

Everyone, everywhere sees the magnetic side of your personality. Be prepared for the results.

CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

You really shine in areas of writing (fiction or non fiction) and salesmanship. Reunions are highlighted through the weekend. A possible financial setback may occur later in the week.

AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

Life on the homefront is unexpectedly carefree. An important romantic decision may have to be made sooner than later. A career rival may surprise you with his/her co-operative spirit.

PISCES - February 20 - March 20

Watch a tendency to laugh off life’s little problems. The key is to get to the root of any personal difficulty and promptly. Brighter financial news arrives by Friday.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are generous, sensitive and secretive - and very much a humanitarian. Travel in conjunction with education is highlighted. Your sentimental streak surfaces within the next three months. It’s easy to be disillusioned, though, so keep expectations on a realistic level.

Answer: Black Beauty.

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Now, ask your friends to blow it right inside However hard they blow, the ball will always pop OUT instead of IN. But you can do it by blowing directly at the ball of paper through a drinking straw!

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Church Times ANGLICAN: Wednesday, February 27: 11am St Peter’s MidWeek HC. Friday, March 1: 7.30pm St Andrew’s, Dumbalk HC. Sunday, March 3: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Contemporary Worship with HC. 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, March 3, 10.30am.

Tarwin Lower: 10.30am (HC). 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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CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8366 ACROSS 1. As a flier, fool about (4). 7, All you see of the top-heavy vehicle in front? (4-5). 8. By midnight one is no longer there (4). 9. The animal is one man holds captive (4). 10.

Unhappy to be trailing in the game (4). 11. Stands for refreshments, we’re told (4). 14. Are they found in the weather map you looked everywhere for? (4,3,3). 16.

Tongue? (5-5). 19. Change into, for the act (4). 22. A tot tottering round after a man (4). 24. In that case it’s the middle of the month (4). 25. Rod’s back in the game (4).

26. Heavens! The really famous people have gone to bed!

(5,4). 27. The document makes sense right through (4).

DOWN 1. A spill, perhaps, that’s not serious (5). 2.The Stove Mountains? (5). 3. Can tease about being a sailor (6). 4.

“She’s a gadabout,” the man put in (6). 5. It’s a nuisance having to tie up (4). 6. Takes one on a tour of and discloses too much (5,4). 12. No longer having drinks with the businessmen (9). 13. A crack marksman (4). 15. Damage a tooth in France (4). 17. The stupid old boy having the suet pudding (6). 18. Starts to bowl, as it happens (4,2).

20. Complete issue (5). 21. In the dark comes back, with the spare key getting in (5). 23. Work a name on the stone (4).

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Milpara (Korumburra) Community House news

RESPONSE has been great 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.

What a successful turn out for iPad Basics we had.

So good, in fact, they are all coming back next month for Popular ipad Applications to be held on Wednesday, March 13. A few vacancies are left so get in quick if you want to get the most out of your iPad.

We had a fantastic roll up to ambulance officer Stan Hewerdine who was a special guest at the Korumburra Playgroup session on Friday morning February 22, talking to the parents about first aid for babies and children for the third playgroup of 2013. Newcomers are always welcome.

Donations of items such as toiletries; tinned food items, long life milk etc. would be most appreciated. As an increased demand on our supplies at the Emergency Food Bank at Milpara Community House, Korumburra means that we are running low on some essential items and so we’re looking for help to restock our shelves.

These can be brought to Milpara Community House during office hours, Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm.

SIENNA Jazmyn Trevena was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on December 28 to Allison Trevena of Coronet Bay. Siena is a baby sister to Corey, 13, Noah, 6, and Bailey, 4.

Ian, Elissa and Ashton Vanderland of Leongatha are thrilled to announce the long awaited arrival of their son/brother Elliot Trevor born at the Leongatha Memorial Hospital on February 15 – “we made a wish and he came true”.

Introducing Beading Techniques, two Wednesdays, February 27 and March 27. Come along and make a jewellery item and learn a new beading technique each month.

Left, LACHI and Katherine Williams have welcomed Finn Henry into their lives. He was born at Freemasons Private Hospital on February 6 and has grandparents, great grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins who will take a keen interest in him.

Lachi and Katherine live in Melbourne and are former South Gippslanders.

Our tutor in digital photography will be returning again this term so if you would like to learn more about digital photography, get your enrolment in to Sandra or Jenni as soon as possible.

Understanding how to access information on line has become essential as many organisations, especially Centrelink, move to this form of reporting and information exchange. The Internet Training for 50s and over has been so successful that we’re in the process of arranging for another tutor to cope with the demand. 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.

For the Blokes weekly sessions held Friday mornings continues to be a lot of fun and if you would like to join in, just give Colin Hardy a call on 5655 2510.

Is reading your thing? Do you love books? Would you be interested participating in a regular monthly Book Club if one was held in Korumburra? We’re trying to gauge interest so please give us a call at Milpara Community House.

Also new this year, Home Energy Saver Scheme is a great way to learn how to understand energy bills and make your energy use more affordable with loads of efficiency tips to help you out as well. This will be held Wednesday, March 6, from 1pm- 2pm. Contact Sandra or Jenni to reserve your place for this one.

Hoodies a breed apart

By Matt Dunn SOUTH Gippsland’s hooded plover population remains at risk, with a small group of dedicated volunteers battling to keep them alive.

Foxes, cats, dogs, other

birds, high tides and summer crowds remain a constant threat to the bird’s breeding ambitions, and eggs often don’t hatch at all.

It was estimated last year that there were just 500 hooded plovers left in Victoria.

Phillip Island Nature Park remains the only known place where the bird’s popu-

From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago February 22, 1983 THE water situation in the Dumbalk Water Trust Area is so desperate that the trust has set down the most severe restrictions on their water users. The stage 8 restrictions mean in essence, that users are restricted to just 60 litres each per day. Dairy farmers are also limited to complying with health regulations in their dairies and must clean their yards without water. ******* MORE than 2000 people saw Leongatha’s best cycling carnival ever at the Leongatha velodrome on Saturday. The crowd saw thrilling racing and some tremendous performances.

10 years ago 8, 2003 February 18, TWO men were winched from the sea and another was found ashore during two separate incidents at Wilsons Promontory last Thursday. Two kayakers were rescued from their submerged boat by helicopter and a solo yachtsman was found ashore at Sealer’s Cove. ******* THE Stony Creek Football Club is delighted with the response to their appeal for funds to assist family members of their club who lost everything in a fire late last month. Already about $1000 in donations has been received.

ACACIA Henderika Blankenstein was born at Warragul Hospital on Christmas Eve. She is the second child for Tim and Cathy of Wattle Bank, and a sister for Jarrah.

5 years ago February 26, 2008 WONTHAGGI’S population is set to explode with large parcels of land being opened for suburban redevelopment. Reports by The Star reveal a possible doubling of the town’s size over the next 15 years, with the population swelling by up to 15,000 people. ******* NOT one kilometre of the 1200kms of gravel rural roads in the South Gippsland Shire has been sealed in the past six years, except for part of the Grand Ridge Road. But it was the four kilometres of that road before council at its meeting in Leongatha last week, leading to accusations of queue jumping by one councillor.

1 year ago February 28, 2012 POOLS will close in the future, South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Warren Raabe warned last week. The cost of operating pools was excessive given dwindling attendances and sooner or later, council will have to close pools, the mayor said.

lation is increasing, according to Jarvis Weston, the park’s senior environment supervisor.

But, while last year was a record one for chicks fledging, this year “reflects the more usual trend of a low rate of success”.

“The most common cause of failure this year appears to be predation by other birds and high tide, but we’re also hopeful that the last remaining chicks and nests will be successful now that the beaches are less busy,” he said.

“Trends from past years show that this time of year, as the holidays end, is the best time for success.”

Mr Weston said the nature park has had 35 nests this breeding season, with 68 eggs in total. Twentyeight of the eggs failed to hatch, though there remains three active nests with eggs

and four nests that now have chicks.

“We’ve had 13 chicks hatch, of which five to six are running around at present, though none have fledged so far,” Mr Weston said.

“Although not a successful breeding season as yet, there have been some encouraging observations, with the hooded plover population on Phillip Island continuing to grow, with 43 plovers recorded during the November count - the highest number ever recorded.

“Hooded plovers have continued to expand their range on Phillip Island, with breeding pairs nesting at former sites at Cowrie Beach – which last had a nest 20 years ago - and Newhaven.”

Mr Weston said the bird was kept alive “through decades of hard work from

volunteers and nature parks staff, mitigating such threats as foxes, cats, human disturbance and dogs”.

“We continue to work in those areas to reduce the threats to hooded plovers,” he said.

Other nests are found at the Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, Venus Bay, Cape Paterson and Waratah Bay. Other nesting sites remain unmonitored.

A Parks spokesman said one nest at Venus Bay has a chick that is two weeks old.

A fence has been erected to protect it.

Another nearby nest has failed, but has an egg which may yet hatch. The nest is also protected by a fence.

Still another nest has failed.

However, further down the beach there is a large group of eight adults and at least one fledged juvenile.

******* VANDALS are destroying Leongatha’s streets, and shop-keepers are sick of it.

This comes after the grass tree in the middle of the McCartin Street and Peart Street roundabout was vandalised. South Gippsland Shire Council’s parks and gardens coordinator Steve Missen said vandalism was common.

The hooded plover: the bird’s future remains precariously in the balance, but dedicated volunteers across the coast are fighting hard to protect it.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 47

Murphy spreads finance idea ines the health benefits of a nutrient-rich, high-quality protein diet and physical activity.”

Ms Harney praised the project, saying that it provides practical, evidencebased dietary recommendations easily incorporated into daily living.

“The project helps not only with weight loss but with the maintenance of muscle,” she said.

“It will help develop future combinational therapies for the prevention and treatment of age-related loss of muscle quantity and quality.”

The research is part of

the portfolio of projects of the Dairy Health and Nutrition Consortium, of which the Gardiner Foundation is a funding partner.

The final project highlighted in the session involved advanced dairy training for graduate veterinarians.

The $1.4 million program is a collaboration between The University of Melbourne, Dairy Australia, Gardiner Foundation and three Victorian veterinary clinics: Maffra Veterinary Centre, The Veterinary Group Timboon the Warrnambool Veterinary Clinic and the Rochester

Veterinary Clinic.

Professor Ken Hinchcliff, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Science at the University of Melbourne said the vets acquired advanced skills as they researched some of the most pressing animal

health issues facing farmers, including fertility and mastitis and calf rearing.

“The rural training scheme improves veterinary capacity through dairy practice-based research, knowledge transfer and graduate training,”

he said.

“The program also goes some way to addressing the shortage of experienced veterinarians in the short-term, as well as developing leaders in dairy veterinary practice in the long-term.”

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Mr Murphy outlined his model at a session profiling Gardiner Foundation projects, attended by dairy industry leaders from across Australia.

In 2012 Mr Murphy’s interest in young farmer financing went global when he received a scholarship from Nuffield Australia and the Gardiner Foundation.

With continued support from Gardiner Foundation, Mr Murphy is now engaging with industry groups, financial institutions and government to refine and test the model.

He said he undertook the research to improve the options and opportunities for young and beginning farmers to gain an asset in agriculture.

“The model also helps the older generation concerned about succession for the future sustainability of the industry,” Mr Murphy said.

Mary Harney, chief executive of the Gardiner Foundation, said Mr Murphy had examined international farmer finance schemes to identify the best finance programs, tax incentives and options for young farmers.

“He found that good, young farmer finance schemes assist the whole industry, not just young farmers,” Ms Harney said.

“His research can help re-evaluate how agricultural industries, financial institutions and government can assist the next

generation of farmers grow Australia’s agricultural future.”

The presentation continued with RMIT University’s Professor John Hawley discussing his research on how a higher-protein, dairy-based diet using foods such as yoghurt, custard, cheese and milk, combined with exercise, can improve muscle maintenance and movement.

“One of the biggest health and nutrition concerns for most Australian adults is how to lose fat while preserving muscle,” he said.

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A Ruralco Partner

HILL VALLEY HOLSTEINS BEST OF THE BEST SALE Monday 4th March at 12 Noon On farm - Bena - Kongwak Road, Kongwak

70 Super High 70 Genetic Merit Lots a/c R & H Perrett and invited vendors Selling: 13 Tremendous young cows 19 Fantastic joined heifers 33 Amazing unjoined heifers 1 Pick of flush, due mid March • Selling daughter of 2012 IDW Grand Champion • Selling daughter of # 1 ASI cow in Australia @ +427 • Cows sell with ASI to + 277 • 16 sell from dams over + 200 ASI • Several selling from dams class EX Sires include: Numero Uno, Man-O-Man, Roumare, Altaross, Super, Jetfinn, Informer, Donante, Medallion, Delsanto, Lionhart, Fever, Windbrook, Atwood, Aftershock, Sid, Bolton, Shottle, Gerard & So much more !!

Features many with 10 or more gens of EX & VG. The Breeds Best Families.

Vendors - R & H Perrett 0409 574 406

Terms are cash or cheque on day of sale or settlement by your Agent - Letter of Introductions MUST be provided Brian Leslie 0418 365 934 Andrew Mackie 0419 595 932 Luke Russell 0408 313 815

KINTORE HOLSTEINS COMPLETE AUTUMN DISPERSAL SALE Thursday 14th March at 11 am KOONWARRA SELLING CENTRE

122 Exceptional 122 Production Backed Holsteins Selling: 65 Reg. Holstein Cows, due March to Shadow & Palermo then Holstein Bulls for April/May Prod. to 12616 litres 398 kgs protein 515 kgs fat 43 Reg. Holstein Heifers, due March to Sexed Sailing, then reg. Jersey Dams prod to 11808 litres 374 kgs prot 551 kgs fat Sired by Shottle, Baxter, Atwood, Blade, Sanchez 14 Jersey/Holstein X Heifers due March to Jersey This complete Autumn calving Dispersal offers a great opportunity to select well bred, very high production Holsteins.

A sale not to miss !

Catalogues available now- Please contact DLS Office 03 9338 9259 Vendors - Ian Cash Clancys Rd, Korumburra 56 551 995 Terms are cash or cheque on day of sale or settlement by your Agent - Letter of Introductions MUST be provided 595 313 365 559

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S & B Robertson, Southern Star.

A & S Mackie, Burn Brae.

S & J Mills, Jet Star

0419 0408 0418 0408

Looking about: Nancy and Barney Sewell from Yinnar were having a look around the store sale at Koonwarra last week.

Friday, March 8, 2013

• Loads selling with Bull Dam potential.

Catalogues available please contact DLS office 03 9338 9259

Andrew Mackie Luke Russell Brian Leslie Phil Malcolm

Talk it up: Gary Briscoe from Mirboo North with Terry Johnston from SEJ have a good chat about bullock fattening at the store sale last week.

932 815 934 408

Ph: (03) 9338 9259 PO Box 462, Tullamarine Business Centre, Tullamarine VIC 3043 www.dairylivestockservices.com.au

SEJ P/L of Leongatha have been favoured with instructions from valued clients Norm & Marj Freeman of Walkerville to offer on their behalf all engineering workshop and farm equipment as listed below.

Caterpillar D2 Dozer fully restored running gear 100% with bull blade and fittings ready to be installed; Ford 3000 tractor; Rover Rancher ride on auto drive 12.5HP B&S lawn mower; Victa Sprint 375 mower; Stihl brush cutter; Solo brush cutter; 15L Swissmex Back Pack Spray; 7' x 4' trailer Niehart rubber independent suspension; 10' channel iron smudger; Linkage super spreader carry-all; PTO Post hole digger 10” auger; linkage pipe layer; International finger mower; Rotary drainer; linkage hydraulic wood splitter; 3pl pto belt driven post driver; Berends 5' slasher; tumble scoop; tandem scalloped disc plough 2 rows of 7 discs; 7' hydraulic grader blade with wheel; 1 spike linkage round bale feeder; mooring anchors and 150' chain with bull ring swivel; 7HP Twin Chrysler Hi Thrust long shaft outboard motor; fishing gear; stainless steel yacht fittings; coils stainless steel cable; ropes and pulley blocks; 2 cables 15m complete with eyes and shackles (5 ton); numerous hydraulic motors, pumps (1x20 gal per minute), valves and hoses; numerous electric motors; 1 x 3hp 3-phase motor; 1 x 2hp single phase motor; 12v diesel fuel pump; 10 ton hydraulic press two speed jack; 3 ton high lift jack; Peerless 220 amp PRI 240/440 volt welder; 175 amp 240v WAI MIG welder; welding benches; electric compressor; Warrior 2.5hp single cylinder compressor with hoses and inflator; Hyporta power hollow core hydraulic jack HD; pipe bender; tube bender ½ to 1”; 5Kw 10HP Honda electric start generator; 7”Buzzer thicknesser 2hp 240v electric motor; 12” docking saw; Sharp bench drill; 2.2m carpenter’s bench drawers and shelves with wooden leg vice; trestles; saw horses; large quantity of spanners, drills, sash clamps, electric hand tools, grinders, multimeters; dozens of jars of nuts bolts classified into sections and labelled; engineering reduction gear boxes; numerous pulleys and sprockets; 10hp Honda centrifugal pump water transfer unit; 1” sludge pump ¾ hp electric motor; Karcher 620M pressure cleaner ; numerous fire fighting pumps, centrifugal pumps, Jabsco pump; Oregon twin plate pot belly stove, stainless steel flue; cast iron camp oven; timber; quantity S/H Oregon beams, Jarrah and hardwood; tins paint; 35' ladder; numerous ladders and step ladders. Quantity steel including angle and channel iron; heavy wall tubing; Large quantity shelving and steel cupboards; lockable steel cupboard 700 x 700 x 1800; new Gallagher MR2500 Power Plus (box unopened); fencing tools; roll 8G wire; 2 rolls barbed wire; insulators; shovels; picks; crow bars; hand tools; wheelbarrows; 200 garden stakes; 6x44 gal drums; electrical switches and fittings; wire; transformers plus many items too numerous to mention.

Outside vendors: 1984 Suzuki Solo 250 trail bike good tyres sprockets, Atomik 350cc 4 x 4ATV with winch.

Directions: 820 Fish Creek- Walkerville Road, Walkerville.

Follow company signs from Fish Creek. Five minutes to HistoricalWalkerville Beach.

All items for genuine sale. Number system to operate, I.D. required. No buyers premium. Cash/cheque on day of sale.

GST where applicable. Refreshments available.

For Further Details:

SEJ STEVENS EGAN JOHNSTON PTY LTD

Contact: David Piggin 0418 553 016 Norm Freeman 5663 2339

www.sej.com.au

STE3810592

Store sale market Thursday, February 20 Total yarding: 1563.

Steers: N. Bond, Yinnar, 1 x $970; W. Bullock, Nerrena, 13 x $920; Adval P/L, Anderson, 6 x $892; Blackwood Grazing, Trafalgar, 11 x $830; N.R. & E.O. Gieschen, Maffra, 10 x $804; Lorstan Nom, Bengworden, 3 x $800.

Heifers: Clearview Livestock, Won Wron, 19 x $616; D. Coric, Nerrena, 3 x $570; S. & K. Hogan, Woodside, 1 x $550;

B.R. & D.A. Lucas, Woodside, 7 x $530; I.J. Overy, Broadlands, 1 x $530; N.R. & K.D. Hansford, Yinnar, 16 x $525.

Cows: D.J. & L.B. McNaughton, Loch, 1 x $900; J. Beale, Boodyarn, 10 x $810; N. Bond, Yinnar, 6 x $450.

Cows and calves: D.J. & L.B. McNaughton, Loch, 1 x $1825; J.D. & E.A. Keogh, Wonga Wonga, 7 x $830; P. LePage, Mirboo, 2 x $790; R. Stephens, Welshpool, 1 x $750; W. Ponton, Boolarra, 5 x $700; N. Bond, Yinnar, 5 x $620.

• VLE LEONGATHA

Bulls stand out THERE were approximately 200 trade and 1400 grown cattle penned.

The usual buying group was present for a mixed market. The decrease in numbers was mostly from the bullock pens with significantly fewer well bred steers and a similar number of crossbreds offered.

The trade run was mostly plainer lines and attracted little interest barring the small handful of handy calves which were still showing the dryness of the hot summer.

Bullocks sold to a cheaper trend, while competition for cows increased, especially on the leaner drafts. There was significantly more interest in the bulls with a strong price increase being recorded.

A handful of good vealers sold from 170c to 195c/kg. Most yearling grass steers made between 165c and 195c, a few cents dearer on the best light weights and slipping 4c on the 500 kg to 600 kg drafts. Most yearling grass heifers sold between 133c and 162c, back 8c/kg on most sales.

C muscle grown steers made from 166c to 180c, slipping 3c to 5c/kg. C muscle bullocks sold from 162c to 180c, 2c to 5c/kg cheaper. Heavy weight bullocks made between 155c and 168c to be back 4c/kg. Plainer shaped D muscle beef bred grown steers and bullocks sold between 148c and 166c/

kg. Friesian manufacturing steers made from 119c to 133c staying close to firm.

Crossbred manufacturing steers sold from 130c to 163c on most sales, slipping 3c/kg. Plain condition one and two score and light weight dairy cows made between 88c and 110c, lifting 6c/kg and more in places. A small number of good heavy weight two and three score dairy cows sold between 117c and 122c/kg.

Plain condition one and two score and light

weight beef cows made from 109c to 125c, 2c to 9c/kg stronger. Good condition three and four score heavy weight beef cows sold from 120c to 130c, lifting 1c to 2c/kg.

Heavy weight bulls made from 113c to 135c for the C and B muscle picks and from 108c to 120c for the D muscle animals.

The next sale draw - February 27: 1. Landmark, 2. Elders, 3. SEJ, 4. David Phelan, 5.

Rodwells, 6. Alex Scott.

Wednesday, February 20 BULLOCKS 10 I. & H. Hasty, Frankston South 12 J. Khalid, Foster 1 J. Wallace, Korumburra 11 C. McCullock, Moe 15 E.A. & G.E. Bailie, Boola Boola 13 Wilshire & McDonogh, Kardella STEERS 3 P.R. & J.R. Carnegie, Jindivick 1 R. & D. Wilson, Korumburra 1 J. Osborne, Hazelwood 12 R.P. & J. Lomagno, Jumbunna East 1 R. Boddy & Son, Woodside 2 Northwood Park, Kongwak COWS 2 F. & J. Dekker, Leongatha 1 F.W. Morrison, Leongatha 1 R.F. & B.J. Fox, Boolarra 1 P. & H. Henderson, Phillip Island 4 J.T. Sibly Pastoral, Archies Creek 1 J. & V. Brugman, Welshpool HEIFERS 8 P.R. & J.R. Carnegie, Jindivick 1 D.M. & L.S. Minogue, Kardella Sth 1 M.W. & D.E. Reynolds, Yinnar 1 D. & C. Bye, Budgeree 1 A. & N. Renden, Leongatha 1 R. Boddy & Son, Woodside BULLS 1 M.W. & D.E. Reynolds, Yinnar 1 S.I. & C.A. Harrison, Giffard West 1 P. Miller, Koo Wee Rup 1 B. Schmidt, Meeniyan 1 R. & J. Trease, Mardan 1 J. Jones, Fish Creek

553kg 624kg 635kg 686kg 594kg 555kg

180.0 180.0 180.0 179.6 179.2 179.0

$996.00 $1124.00 $1143.00 $1233.53 $1065.05 $994.83

386kg 370kg 430kg 542kg 475kg 532kg

195.0 190.0 186.6 177.2 175.0 175.0

$754.00 $703.00 $802.38 $962.05 $831.25 $931.88

755kg 645kg 560kg 635kg 656kg 675kg

130.0 128.6 128.6 128.6 128.6 128.6

$981.50 $829.47 $720.16 $816.61 $843.94 $868.05

357kg 305kg 380kg 300kg 385kg 445kg

185.6 185.0 117.6 171.6 160.0 157.6

$663.52 $564.25 $674.88 $514.80 $616.00 $701.32

540kg 985kg 870kg 815kg 780kg 1050

136.6 135.0 132.6 132.0 130.6 128.0

$737.64 $1329.75 $1153.62 $1075.80 $1018.68 $1344.00

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - PAGE 49

Natural is the new way FEDERAL Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent told a crowd of farmers attending a composting forum last Thursday that embracing a natural approach to fertilising could save more than just money.

The Turn Farm Waste into Fertiliser day at the property of Pound Creek’s David and Meg Walker, was attended by dozens of people looking for a cost-effective, natural way to rejuvenate soil. The day was sponsored by Agrisolutions.

Pound Creek CFA members manned a barbecue, raising money for the brigade to buy a new pump.

Mr Broadbent said he was concerned with high incidents of cancer and other health problems that could be caused by chemicals in food.

He believes that composting is a way of breaking that cycle in the food chain.

“People want natural products in their toiletries, natural products in their foods, natural products on their properties. There’s been a huge shift in sentiment, with people wanting natural products for their children,” he said.

“The food chain that we deal with as a nation could be one of the keys that could change everything. Composting could be the one that changes everything. I get very, very interested in natural products and natural solutions. I can take you to 20 farms across Gippsland where people have embraced this idea and their herds have improved.

“But the other thing to note is that health of the farmers has also improved.”

He quipped that composting was a pertinent issue at the moment, as many federal politicians could find their careers composted come election time.

DAIRY farmers talk about quality quite a lot.

Quality pasture, quality cows and quality milk are the bedrock of any dairy operation.

But ask Peter and Wilma Mackay why they have planted thousands of trees and shrubs on their Poowong East property and they will tell you it’s about quality of life for them and their animals.

Trees mean shade and shelter for their Holstein herd, which means happier cows and improved production. They also create a better place to live and work.

“If we hadn’t put the trees in and done all that work, it would be nowhere as appealing as it is,” Peter said.

“In fact, it’s one of the things that had probably kept us here.

“It has been a lot of work to make this place what it is today, but it’s who we are.”

The rolling hills of Poowong East would have been picture postcard country when the Mackays bought Arnum in 1974.

On closer inspection, however, the farm was bad for business and bad for the environment.

Eroded gullies were infested with noxious weeds.

Combine that with poor to non-existent fencing and a laneway system that could have been part of the Paris to Dakar rally, the young couple had their work cut out.

Once the ragwort, thistles and blackberries were under control, the first of countless trees and shrubs were dug into the fertile Strzelecki Ranges soil.

“We started planting trees in 1975 and we’ve done more every year since,” Peter said.

“Every year we have planted trees where we reckon they would do the most good.”

Those early plantings were done with plenty of enthusiasm, but little science. But that’s the problem with being a step ahead of everyone else: you can’t follow in anyone’s footsteps.

“It was a shotgun approach; there were bits of everything, so some of the early plantations are just eucalyptus. There is no understorey, but the later ones have been done with the proper indigenous species and they look a lot better for it too.”

While today’s dairy farmers can make use of DairySAT (Dairy Self Assessment Tool) - an interactive online service that helps farmers assess the environmental needs of their land while maintaining a productive working farm, Peter and Wilma used a kitchen table, printed map and pencil to plan their strategy.

Later they did a whole farm planning course as part of a Farmcare project, which gave them more direction with their strategic

thinking.

“DairySAT would have been a great tool to use, but we managed the old fashioned way,” Peter said.

As pioneers of on-farm regeneration in the area, the Mackays soon had the “experts” using their farm as a case study of how to protect and repair hilly land.

Landcare first used the property as a demonstration farm and then returned to help the Mackays make further inroads into their long-term project, which was the overall development of the farm.

With Landcare, Melbourne Water and Australian Trust for Conservation Volunteers pitching in with plants, expertise and manpower, those early days of hard slog soon became a better organised and far more social slog.

“You get a big enough group and they can really plant some trees in a day.

You get the right day and it can be a very rewarding experience,” Wilma said.

MG lifts price It’s the third step up this season.

The rise will take Murray Goulburn’s weightedaverage available price to $4.90 per kilogram of milk solids.

Announcing the price increase, the cooperative cited a drive to improve efficiencies in the business and lift value in markets as reasons for the step up.

Managing director Gary Helou said the increase of $0.08 cents per kilogram butterfat and $0.20c/kg protein would be for milk supplied across the 2012-13 season.

Mr Helou said the step up was announced in an environment of lower international dairy prices, a high Australian dollar, difficult dairying seasonal conditions and high feed costs.

“These challenges are

due to external influences that are well outside MG’s control, however we have continued to focus on driving harder in areas that are under our control.

“Improving our business performance by generating efficiencies in our operations and value in our markets has enabled us to increase farmgate returns in an otherwise very difficult market environment.

“Our big efforts during the last 12 months to lower our headcount and strip out $100 million in operating costs is enabling us to generate the operational savings to fund this step up.”

Mr Helou said Murray Goulburn would continue to strive for further increases in the farm gate price but warned that this was in an environment of low international dairy prices, higher feed costs,

Follow dream ANYONE looking to their long term future in the industry or the more immediate issues of autumn pastures, should get along to an upcoming Young Dairy Development Program farm day at Buffalo.

Passionate pair: Wilma and Peter Mackay

Peter Collins’ journey from farm worker to leasee and recently to farm owner with wife Kerrie will be a focus of the day on March 1 at their newly acquired property.

YDDP Gippsland coordinator Irene Baker said the Collins story should be an inspiration to anyone with a long-term goal of farm ownership.

“They really do show that with dedication, hard work and a willingness to follow a dream, you can make your own path in this industry,” she said.

“I’d recommend anyone who is looking to one day own their own dairy farm to come along and have a listen and ask some questions.”

Other guest speakers will include Frank Templeton from Graham’s Seeds and Murray Goulburn’s Gerard Murphy, both of whom will discuss autumn pasture and sowing.

A free barbecue will be included in the day, which will run from 11am to 2pm at 455 Buffalo North Road, Buffalo. Come along earlier if you can and have a cuppa beforehand.

Please RSVP to Irene at yddpgipps@gippsdairy. com.au or phone 5624 3900 or mobile 0428 889 337.

poor dairying seasonal conditions and a high Australian dollar.

The cooperative has also moved to assist suppliers experiencing tight cash flow by providing the option of suspending their share equity off-take from February 12013 until June 30, 2013.

Mr Helou encouraged suppliers to contact Murray Goulburn’s field services team to discuss possible financial support to reduce cashflow pressures until conditions improve, with the possibility of this occurring during the early part of next financial year.

CLEARING SALE

A/c P THORNBY (Property Sold) 55 THORNBY'S RD, NERRENA

FRIDAY MARCH 8 10.30am

M/F 4WD 42.45 (80 h/p) cabin tractor; Burder F/E loader, bucket & forks, 1305 hrs; M/F362 2WD Rops (62 h/p) tractor, 2842 hrs; John Deere 590 round baler; Kuhn 6 disc rotary mower; Kuhn rotary rake; New Holland 256 rollabar rake; Deutz-Fahr tedder rake; Berens 1.8mt mulcher; 3pt linkage round bale mower; Howards 2m rotary hoe; Jarrett 3pt linkage spring tyne cultivator, 3pt linkage Atchinson 3m pasture renovator roller; Flac 250m power harrows, 3pt linkage Inter disc harrows; 3pt linkage DT cultivator harrows; Fiona seedbox; 3pt linkage rotary drainer; 3pt linkage Ripper pipe layer; 3pt linkage tractor remote driven wood splitter; 3 pt linkage Inter 16 plate disc harrows; 3pt linkage DT cultivator harrows; 3pt linkage M/F 3 furrow mouldboard plough; 3pt linkage 3 furrow disc plough; 3pt linkage PTO driven saw bench; M/F (420) cable driven post driver; Edgcliff grader blade; 1980 Isuzu truck 16x8 C/P tray & stock crate; 400l Silvan pasture & weed outfit; 1600l transportable poly fuel tank, hand pump; qty sawn pine & messmate timber (various lengths & sizes); calf crate; feeders; test bucket, milk cream cans; water pump; E/mtr welder; Karcher pressure cleaner; tools; numerous chains, chains & dogs & tie down straps; numerous sundry & household items.

Outside Vendors: Ajax piston pump; 2.5 Lely rotara; 9 tyne chisel plough; 3pt linkage 14 plate scalloped disc harrows; M/F post driver; calf puller; round bale feeder; M/F 3pt linkage draw bar; poly pipe; pine posts; 14' gate; barbed wire; cream cans; tread in wire supports; steel pickets; 6' carryall; plain wire; step ladders.

Terms: Strictly cash or cheque on day of sale.

Photo ID registration.

Light luncheon available. Outside Vendors welcome.

LAN2851051

Mackays transform land

Naturally speaking: Federal Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent with composting gurus Meg and David Walker.

Pat Bowler 0427 622 040 Landmark Leongatha 5662 2291

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Complete. No box. Excellent condition $10. Ph. 5674 3535.

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BOOKSHELF WITH TOYBOX. Pine wood. in great condition. $50. Ph. 0418 567 973.

EXTENSION LADDER. Kennett. Wooden.

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DINOSAUR TOYS. 6. Large. Plastic. Very sturdy. One has two heads. $8 each. Ph. 5662 2570.

TAP SHOES. Bloch. Black. New. Size 8.5. $33. Ph. 0417 505 731.

TAP SHOES. Black. Energetiks. New. Size 5.5. $33. Ph. 0417 505 731.

KITCHEN CHAIRS. 6. Steel frame. Vinyl cushions. $50. Ph. 0401202 766.

KAYAK. Wooden. 2 person. 2 oars, Floats. needs tidy up. $50. Ph. 0401 202 766.

COUCH. 3 seater. Brown. Vinyl. Folds down into bed. $50. Ph. 5668 6220.

COMPUTER DESKS. Two. White. High backed. Shelves. 2 drawers.

120cmx60cmx146cm $20 each. Ph. 5668 6220.

TABLE & CHAIRS. With cushions. $50.

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TWIN BEDS. White. Includes chest of drawers. $50. Ph. 5662 3040.

ARMCHAIR, recliner, tan vinyl. Showing some wear. Suit “man cave” or similar. $15. 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.

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.

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.

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Hope to see you there to praise God, build up our faith and fellowship with friends over a cup of tea/coffee.

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Christ Church Anglican, Mardan South DISPOSAL OF CHURCH FURNITURE & OTHER ITEMS Following the recent deconsecration of Christ Church Anglican, O’Malleys Rd. Mardan South, there will be an

OPEN DAY ON SATURDAY MARCH 16TH for the sale of church furniture, including: a cupboard, credence table, wooden rails, sanctuary chair, pulpit, electric organ, pedal (reed) organ, 12 solid pews, 8 smaller pews, and other smaller items.

(N.B. There will a reserve price on some of these items).

The Church will be open from 10am - 2pm for the inspection, purchase, and removal of items purchased.

We seek to offer these items to prospective local buyers.

Any items left after this time will be advertised more widely.

Further enquiries may be sought by contacting the Rector, Rev. Geoff Pittaway (0411 639 363 or email: cyprus77@tpg.com.au)

LUNCH WITH BARNABY JOYCE

KORUMBURRA PRIMARY SCHOOL Seeks the services of an

ASSISTANT

for our Out of School Hours Care Program This is a casual position 3.30pm - 6pm Monday to Friday Prospective applicants should contact the school for a position description and selection criteria.

A current Working with Children check is essential.

Contact person: Helen Cripps Phone: 5655 1309 Applications close 12th March 2013

Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant

Hosted by Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester

ACSAG is a highly professional organisation that values staff and provides a warm and supportive team culture.

In return we seek motivated individuals to provide exceptional care and lead by example.

LEONGATHA RSL

Strzelecki House Aged Care Facility is currently seeking a Leisure and Lifestyle Assistant in a permanent part time capacity.

Corner of Smith Street and Michael Place

TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2013 12 NOON $20 for a light lunch Drinks at bar prices

The successful candidate will have passion for providing recreational programs within an aged care environment, previous experience is an advantage. Good, open communication skills are a must. A leisure and lifestyle course is provided at the facility which the successful candidate should partake in.

Closing date for applications is the 7th of March 2013.

RSVP: March 1, 2013 Ed Hanley (Ph: 5664 4344) Adrian Harris (Ph: 5664 5420 Meree Bath (Ph: 5664 2350) LIMITED SEATING

Please submit your applications to: Alison Snell - Facility Manager Email: mirboonorth@acsagroup.com.au Strzelecki House Aged Care Facility 27 Giles Street, MIRBOO NORTH 3871

All welcome

* All applicants must provide evidence of their right to work in Australia and a valid National Police Check*

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EXPERIENCED CHEF/COOK

MOTOR VEHICLE SALES PERSON / TRAINEE

WANTED FOR BUSY SOUTH GIPPSLAND HOTEL Full time position available, includes weekends and split shifts.

Applicants must be honest, hardworking, motivated and reliable.

Salary negotiable.

Please send resumé to foster.hotel@bigpond.com address to “The Manager”

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situations vacant

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

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situations vacant

DEVELOP A CAREER IN THE MEAT INDUSTRY

CALF REARING A part time person is required to join our calf rearing team feeding new born calves.

This position requires a fit and healthy person with heaps of patience, to love and care for young calves.

MORNING AND/OR AFTERNOON SHIFTS AVAILABLE LEONGATHA SOUTH AREA Current driver’s licence and transport are essential.

If you have the above qualities please call Barbe.

0428 745529 or 5674 5529

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

Parts Interpreter

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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.

Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College South Gippsland Is searching for high quality educators to fill the following positions

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

Ongoing Integration Aide approx 0.5 FTE Fixed term Commerce/Business Management/Legal Studies

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:

Anthony Blackshaw Dealer Principal 2-4 McPherson St LEONGATHA VIC 3953 P: 03 5562 2299

Maternity leave replacement position from early Term II

SOSE / Humanities Long Service Leave replacement Term III

Business Manager Can you demonstrate an active commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school?

Do you have strong ICT skills and an interest in eLearning?

Then why not visit www.mackillopleongatha.catholic.edu.au for more information?

Written applications, including the names of three referees, should be emailed to the Principal (principal@mackillopleongatha.catholic.edu.au) as soon as possible but no later than Friday 9 March 2013

South Gippsland Shire Council

Operations Team Member Maintenance & Construction

Latrobe Community Health Service is one of the largest community health providers in Victoria. We provide professional and career development, salary packaging, an employee assistance program, work life balance and much more.

Permanent full time position Fortnightly RDO $54,000 including super and allowances

We are currently offering the following career opportunity:

As a member of the Operations team, your primary responsibility will be to assist in the delivery of Council’s maintenance and construction works.

Manager Placement Education and Research Unit (PERU) - 17749 Fixed Term Full Time position, base location Morwell.

Experience in operating road construction and/or road maintenance equipment and knowledge of road infrastructure maintenance and construction techniques are essential.

Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is one of the fastest growing Community Health providers in Victoria. LCHS offers it’s employee’s exceptional benefits, including professional and career development, salary packaging, employee assistance program, work life balance and much more.

The Placement, Education and Research Unit (PERU) was formed through a formal collaboration between Monash University Department of Rural & Indigenous Health (MUDRIH) and Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) in 2009. It continues to broaden its relationship with other education and research providers and the scope of its role.

Operations Team Leader Sealing Permanent full time position Fortnightly RDO $59,507 including super and allowances

The Manager PERU will provide strong educational and managerial leadership to ensure PERU’s goals and objectives are achieved as follows; Student Placements LCHS Research Program Inter-professional Collaboration (IPC) Staff Training and Professional Development

As Team Leader you will assist the Sealing Supervisor to organise and implement sealing works, ensuring maximum efficiency and quality of works performed by the sealing crew.

For further information regarding this position please contact Ben Leigh, Chief Executive Officer on (03) 5136 5411.

Applications close, 4.30pm Friday 8 March 2013.

• For further information and copies of each position description visit our careers page www.lchs.com.au/careers.

• Applicants must address the Selection Criteria and lodge their application online.

• No late or hard copy applications will be accepted.

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If you are looking for a challenge within a role that will combine your managerial and academic skills this may be the position for you.

You will have experience in all aspects of bituminous sprayer operations and sprayed seal works, and in leading, supervising and training small teams.

Enquiries to Fred Huitema, Manager Operations on 5662 9100.

All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm Wednesday 13 March 2013.

Further information and position descriptions are available on our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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Long Service Leave replacement mid July - mid Sept

HARVEST CENTRE South Gippsland

• • • •

The National Centre for Dairy Education Australia (NCDEA) currently has exciting opportunities for administration positions at each of our Warragul and Terang Campuses.

The NCDEA is a Dairy Australia initiative designed to deliver industry endorsed education and training programs to farmers and other stakeholders of the industry at each stage of career progression. The successful applicant will be required to work as part of a small closely knit team to enhance the operational effectiveness and efficiency of the NCDEA Farming team through the provision of customer service and administrative support. Applicants will need to have suitable qualifications and experience. To view the Position Descriptions and to apply online please access our website at www.gotafe.vic.edu.au For more information please contact (03) 5833 2629. Closing date for all applications is: 4:00pm Thursday 7th March, 2013

DISTRICT NURSING SERVICE Registered Nurse District Nurse Grade 2 / Level 1 Part-time Positions Limited tenure / 12 months / 0.7 EFT Limited tenure / 3 months / 0.8 EFT Gippsland Southern Health Service is seeking suitably qualified and skilled District Nurses to join our highly regarded team.

All applicants should have well developed clinical skills and be willing to expand / develop their nursing knowledge and skills within the community setting if required.

As a team member you will need excellent communication, time management, team work and IT skills. Both positions have a start date of late April.

Applicants are required to provide a current satisfactory police check, a full and current valid Victorian Driver’s Licence and a current working with children check to progress their application.

GSHS offers a comprehensive staff support program including education and mentoring support, orientation program and employee assistant programs. Salary packaging is also available to all permanent staff including the rural and remote housing benefit.

Application kits and position descriptions are available from our website at www.gshs.com.au or by contacting Jodie Duckworth on 5667 5664.

Confidential enquiries are invited and should be made to Sheree Duran / Brenda McLean, Nurse Unit Manager District Nursing on 5654 2722.

Applications addressing the selection criteria and listing recent and relevant professional development undertaken should be addressed to: Judy Abbey Director of Community Services Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA 3953 Applications close: Friday 15th March 2013 at 5pm

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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: 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

Our clinic is expanding to new locations LEONGATHA / INVERLOCH A leading dental practice in Gippsland requires Qualified or Trainee Dental Nurses.

Those who are interested in starting a great career in the dental profession should contact our office without delay.

The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills, ability to foster great customer relationships, strong organisational skills and initiative, be friendly and reliable and have a real interest in caring for customers. The position is full time Monday to Friday.

To apply, email your resumé to: Maria Baker at info@sgdental.com.au Maria on 5662 5000

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situations vacant

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

accommodation PROFESSIONAL PERSON seeks midweek self contained accommodation in Leongatha. Ph: 0431380089.

for rent LEONGATHA NORTH 2 bedroom farm house, $150 pw. References required.

0407-686233.

NEW Wonthaggi 3BR unit.

Close to shops, 7 star energy rating, super quality.

0428-288310 STONY CREEK 3 BR house long term, $195 pw.

School bus route, strictly non smokers, no animals and references essential.

Mobile: 0407-647314.

WONTHAGGI modern central shop, $295 pw, central office $195 pw. Ph: 0408-981819.

for sale

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS & SALES

FREE QUOTES

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

FIREWOOD, free, crates etc, bring your trailer!

Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment, South Gippsland Highway, Leongatha. Phone 5662 2028.

FIREWOOD local hardwood mixture, split, dry, pick up or delivered. Bulk loads available, $85 per metre.

Ph: 0437-176187.

FOLD-UP BOAT TRAILER suit tinny from 3m to 4m, all gal with portable lights, $500. 0417-367208.

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.

WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE

HOT WATER SERVICE 415 lt Dux, only used for 2 years, $150. 0417-367208.

5672 3127

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each.

Free delivery for pack lots.

Phone Joe 0417-530662.

167 Graham Street Wonthaggi

FOR SALE

SPINNING WHEEL traditional, VGC, vintage, $250. 5662-2221.

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

5 METRE STEBER BOAT 55hp motor and 8hp motor aux.

Brooker trailer $6,500 Phone 5684 1277 BED KS, plus doona/cover, sheets and valance. As new $800. Ph: 5662-2483.

BLOWERS, new Stihl blowers priced from $249, electric from $99. Call Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment, Sth. Gipps. Hwy., Leongatha.

Phone 5662 2028.

CAMPER TRAILER includes 18ft x 9ft awnings and walls, Queen innerspring mattress, semi offroad, $7,400. 0417367208.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

TOMATOES Phone Ian after 7.30pm.

5664-4227.

livestock RAMS Southdown, Poll Dorset and Border Leicester, all flock registered.

Bruccellosis accredited, well bred, grown. Can deliver. 0428356376.

used vehicles Affordable cars at drive away prices

DEB DRESSES x 2, size 8, $150 each. 0417-419117.

DOUBLE DIVAN BED, spotless, as new condition, $150 ONO. Ph: 5662-4285, 0438-762414.

Email your application letter and CV for the attention of: mattwallis@activ8.net.au (preferred) BH (03) 5664 6542

ELECTRONIC platform scale, 150kg, brand new, still in box, $350. 0402385692.

Email your stories editorial@thestar.com.au

FIREWOOD Local gum, split, free delivery within Leongatha.

Get your firewood before winter. $80 per metre. Ph: 5662-4112 or 0418-939112.

used vehicles HYUNDAI Excel Sprint 3 door, 1998. Low kilometres, very reliable. Jan 2014 reg.

YVP164. $2,000 RWC. Ph: 0429-382379.

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

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593

wanted to buy OLD MOTORBIKES - road, trail, mini, farm, 4-wheelers.

Cars, trucks, tractors, farm machinery. Wrecks or parts.

Not for scrap. 5664-8344.

work wanted 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 CLEANER FOR HIRE Trustworthy and reliable person for household cleaning, reasonable hourly rate, phone or text, Susan 0407-889077.

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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

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

Garage Sale DECEASED ESTATE

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.

Saturday March 2 290 Denhams Road Hallston 9am to 3pm Household furniture and 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

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GARAGE SALE 142 McCartin Street Leongatha Saturday March 2 8.30am No earlybirds Glass bottles with stoppers (old pharmacy) various sizes, fishing gear, household items and much more

GARAGE SALE

Saturday March 2 20 Baromi Road Mirboo North 9am to 3pm Whitegoods, bedroom furniture, Horn sewing cabinet, several tables and chairs, lawn mower and much more

marriage celebrant PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181

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

CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

births ASHTON is excited to announce the arrival of his baby brother, Elliot Trevor on February 15 weighing 7lbs 10oz, and special thanks to Dr Linton and all the midwives at Leongatha Hospital. We made a wish and he came true.

bereavement thanks HANKS - Lorraine and Albert.

We would like to thank everyone for the numerous cards and messages of sympathy sent to us on the passing of Mum and Dad. Thank you to the Leongatha doctors and hospital staff and everyone from the Woorayl Lodge for their care and support. Also thank you to Handley Funeral Services, Rev Janet Wallis and Leongatha St Peter’s Ladies Guild.

Please accept this as our personal thank you.

Norm, Grace and Phil and our families.

in memoriam BALL - Barbara.

07.08.40 - 27.02.10 Those you lose don’t go away. Three years have gone but still loved and missed.

Your loving husband Wally.

POUW - Gerry.

27.2.12 Twelve months have passed, the nights are long without you and I miss you very much. Thanks to my family and friends for their ongoing love and support.

Gerry you are at peace with no more suffering.

Your loving wife Dot. TUCKETT Harriet (Hetty).

21.1.1912 to 24.2.2003 Mum, remembered today as always.

Rhonda and family.

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BULLEN (nee Van Dyke) Dorothy Mary (Dot).

Tragically taken on February 21, 2013.

Late of Leongatha, formerly of Port Franklin.

Loved wife of Gary. Devoted mother of Tameka, Camilla, Letitia and Luke.

Proud Nana of Zayda.

Loving friend of Brad.

Please see later Herald Sun for funeral details.

BULLEN - Dot. Our beautiful courageous niece and adored cousin.

Your happy smile and warm heart will be sadly missed.

May you be at peace Woolly.

We Love You. Nelly and Cor, Maryanne and Greg, Colin and James, Deanne and Darren, Helen and Nick and families.

Dot, Dotti, Woolly: So kind, So sweet, So gentle.

Such a beautiful lady.

You will be sadly missed.

Our love and thoughts go to Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Letitia, Brad and Zayda and Luke.

Love Deanne, Darren, Rhys, Brodie, Jake and Gus.

Our dearest Woolly, You had ears to listen, but never did you judge.

You’d offer advice in such a caring manner.

You’d open your warm heart as you’d open your door.

I’ll miss our chats, cuppas, laughs and cries.

But most of all “I’ll miss you”.

All I have is the fondest of memories of my amazing beautiful cousin.

R.I.P. Dotti and have a Scotchy with Opa. Our love to Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Letitia, Brad and Zaida and Luke.

Flossy, Nick, Jordan, Elysia and Abbey.

Dottie, My loving and ever so beautiful god mother. We shared many memories and unforgettable times.

I will miss being tucked in and kisses goodnight when I came for sleepovers. I wish to be just like you some day Dottie.

Rest peacefully my angel.

Forever in my heart.

Abbey Meg. BULLEN - Dot. Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Letitia and Luke. Such tragic and sad news about Dot. Such a wonderful and friendly person, full of kindness. She will always be in our memories and our sincere sympathy.

Paula, David, Jarrod and Garth.

BULLEN - Dot. Dot, Your infectious smile, heart of gold and loving and caring nature will be sadly missed.

The memories of the many good times throughout the years will remain with us always. It was an honour and a privilege to have you as part of our Davis Court community. You touched each and every one of us in so many wonderful ways.

Heartfelt sympathy to Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Luke, Letitia, Brad and Zayda.

BULLEN - Dot. Gary and family, Our warm friendship, love and caring thoughts are with you all during the loss of your beautiful wife and mother.

With sympathy, Ross, Phillip, Tony and all staff at Considine & Johnston.

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- Colin, Winnie, Darlene, Dean, Elly, Zara, Kirra, Peter, Lee and Zoe. BULLEN - Dot. Our Beautiful Beautiful friend full of LOVE and HAPPINESS to everyone around her.

DOTTIE I will always treasure our fun times together.

Our heartfelt sympathy to Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Letitia, Brad, Zayda, Luke and all the Van Dyke family.

Nola (Poley), family.

Phil

and

BULLEN - Dot. Tragically taken February 21, 2013.

Heartfelt sympathies are extended to Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Letitia and Luke, and to all at the Foster FNC, on the untimely passing of Dot. Such a warm and wonderful lady who will be missed by many.

Our thoughts are with you all.

- Everyone involved at Meeniyan Dumbalk United Football Netball Club.

BULLEN - Dot. The committee, players and supporters of the Leongatha Football Netball Club express their sincere condolences to the Bullen family on the sudden and tragic passing of Dot. Our thoughts are with you at this time.

BULLEN - Dot. Our deepest sympathies to Gary and family.

From Alberton Football Netball League Board of Management members.

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BULLEN - Dot. Dot, it was a pleasure to share all those lovely family occasions with you.

A lovely and caring lady with a smile for everyone.

We will miss you.

Love to Gary, Tameka, Camilla, Luke, Letitia, Brad, Zayda, Oma and all the Van Dyke family.

Special love and thoughts to Dick, Janelle, Troy, Nathan, Amber and Ebony.

RICHARDS Wilfred Charles.

February 18, 2013 at Leongatha Hospital.

Loved brother and best mate of Henry, loved brother-in-law of Doris.

Dear uncle of Evelyn and Willie, Adam and Matthew, Ron, Chantelle, Ben and Jordan.

Thanks for all the great memories of happy times spent playing tennis, golf and generally everything.

Golf will not be the same without you Charlie. Keep trying for your 5th hole-inone up there.

Back with Mum and John.

Rest peacefully.

No more pain.

RICHARDS Wilfred Charles.

02.04.1932 - 18.02.2013 At Leongatha Hospital.

Brother of Olive, brotherin-law of Harvey, uncle of Margaret, Adrian and Pat, Caryle, Ken and Faye and families.

We worked together, dairying and grazing.

We played together, tennis and golf.

We will always miss you and John coming out every Sunday, for many years.

Dear brother, sleep in peace.

RICHARDS Condolences are extended to the family members of one of our esteemed life members, Wilf Richards.

A sad loss for Meeniyan Golf Club.

RICHARDS Wilfred Charles.

02.04.1932 - 18.02.2013 Passed away at Leongatha Hospital.

Late of Leongatha and Dumbalk.

Loved son of Les and Olif Richards (both dec). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Olive and Harvey, Martin and Doris (dec) and Mary, John (dec), Pat and Allan, Henry and Doris.

Half brother of Nell and Percy, Eileen and Alf, Bill and Honor, Ernie (all dec) and Rosemary.

Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

You will always have a place in our hearts.

Rest in peace.

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

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THE Leongatha Lightning teams travelled over to Warragul to compete in their annual tournament.

Although we had mixed results, the kids

improved in every game and should be proud of their efforts.

Special thanks to coaches, managers, parents and committee members who all helped to make the weekend an enjoyable one.

Left Under 12s Lightning: coaches Tim McGrath and Bree Littlejohn with their team of players, Josh Wright, Kaleb Jans, Campbell Riseley, Reegan Kemp, Alex Battersby, Mitchell McGrath, Sulie Herbert, Kaelin Littlejohn, Noah Fixter.

The Under 14s Lightning team: coach Ric Coleman, Tom Martin, Jayden Battersby, Sam McGannon, Harrison Cumming, Riley Coleman, Cam Olden, Zayn Clark and Alfie Herbert.

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis LEONGATHA had tennis at the venue ongoing all afternoon and into the evening.

Sporting venues look good with a lot of teams involved. Well done to the Leongatha club and the teams that cooperated to make the day successful.

Smokin Aces had a good win against Leongatha North, North won two tie-breakers.

Smokin Aces are the team on top and will be hoping for a good finals series.

Baromi had a win against Korumburra.

Korumburra have had a season to think about, putting a team on court was the hardest part. Well done.

Koony won the close sets in the evening match against Lucky Strings and so keep second position. Lucky Strings have tried hard but just missed the four.

In A Reserve Berrys Creek gave top team Koony a good game, only two games the difference, a tie-breaker each way and a 7/5 to Koony.

Karsten had to use his frypan bat to win the last set in a tiebreaker.

Hallston ended the season with a win against Korumburra, a tie-breaker each way.

Baromi were big winners over Maroon. Maroon had a reasonable season. Outtrim had two teams in this grade.

Leongatha ended the season well with a win over Gold by six games.

B Grade matches were very competitive this week.

The association is pleased with the outcome of these four teams. Lots of young players who have learned from the experience of senior tennis, both on and off the court.

Mardan won the points against Leongatha, a good

even match. Baromi won by 15 games, North did well to win four sets.

All clubs outside the four are expected to umpire, three players from each team.

Please commit to your obligation and make the days easier for everyone.

Results A Grade: Smokin Aces 6.68 d Leongatha North 3.51, Koonwarra 7.67 d Lucky Strings 2.54, Baromi 9.72 d Korumburra 0.28.

A Reserve: Koonwarra 5.46 d Berrys Creek 4.44, Baromi 8.52 d Outtrim Maroon 1.29, Hallston 6.49 d Korumburra 3.35, Leongatha 5.42 d Outtrim Gold 4.36, Mardan - bye.

B Grade: Baromi 5.45 d Leongatha North 4.30, Mardan 6.48 d Leongatha 3.39.

Ladders A Grade Smokin Aces.......................149.5 Koonwarra ......................... 111.5 Baromi ................................107.5 Leongatha North .................88.5 Lucky Strings ........................84.5 Korumburra ...........................19.5 A Reserve Koonwarra .........................125.5 Baromi ................................120.5 Outtrim Gold ..................... 116.0 Hallston .............................. 110.0 Leongatha..............................90.5 Mardan ..................................85.5 Outtrim Maroon......................74.5 Berrys Creek .........................65.5 Korumburra ...........................51.0 B Grade Baromi ................................124.5 Leongatha ............................97.5 Mardan.................................82.5 Leongatha North .................45.5

Finals venues A Grade: Smokin Aces v Koonwarra, Baromi v Leongatha North (both at Leongatha).

A Reserve: Koonwarra v Baromi, Outtrim Gold v Hallston (both at Leongatha).

B Grade: Baromi v Leongatha, Mardan v Leongatha North (at Baromi).

crossword solutions CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8366 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Lark. 7, Tail-light. 8, (ni)G(ht)-one. 9, L-I-on.

10, Down. 11, Tees (teas). 14, High and low. 16, Mouthorgan. 19, Turn. 22, Ott-O. 24, The-(mo)N(th). 25, S’tag (rev.). 26, Great S-cot. 27, W-r-it.

Down - 1, Light. 2, Range. 3, Ra-tin-g. 4, G-Len-da. 5, Bind. 6, Shows over. 12, Ex-porters. 13, Shot. 15, Dent.

17, OB-tuse. 18, Goes on. 20, Utter. 21, Ni-G-ht (rev.).

23, Op-Al. QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8366 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Spry. 7, Soporific. 8, Eddy. 9, Name. 10, Luck.

11, Thou. 14, Great-uncle. 16, Strychnine. 19, Deed. 22, Flat. 24, Tidy. 25, Calm. 26, Stratagem. 27, Leer.

Down - 1, Spent. 2, Radio. 3, Rotate. 4, Forest. 5, Till. 6, Circulate. 12, Hostility. 13, Ugly. 15, Need. 17, Hit man.

18, Indeed. 20, Evade. 21, Demur. 23, Teal.

Under 14s B team: Mason McGannon, Tyler Bentick, Ethan Lavis, Kye Casbolt, Jack Hume and Tim Boler.

South Gipps Bridge results Meeniyan – Monday evening: 1st Susan Ruffin, Clive Hope. 2nd Colin Cameron, June Metcalf. 3rd Kathryn Smith, David Baggallay.

Tarwin Lower – Tuesday afternoon: 1st Ken McKenzie, Marie Sands and Jean Barbour, Greg Nicholson.

3rd Jack Kuiper, John Sutton. 4th Kathryn Smith, Colin Cameron. 5th Hannah Martin, Dawn Jolly. 6th Vivian Westaway, Maureen Stiles.

Inverloch – Friday afternoon: North/South: 1st Jack Kuiper, Clive Hope. 2nd Anne and Bruce Gibson. 3rd Marj Freeman, Norma Hannay.

East/West: 1st Kaye Douglas, John Sutton. 2nd Ken McKenzie, Marie Sands. 3rd Wendy and David Saleeba.

Dressage Jackpot winners

Level 5: 1st Kerryl Battersby - Aria, 2nd Deb Dever - Jimmy, 3rd Corinne Davenport - Wind of Mariah.

Level 4: 1st Anne Beyer - W S Charlie, 2nd Janene Renden - Octagonal Star, 3rd Vicki Bull - Aztec Duke.

Level 3: 1st Wendy Whelan - Sandy Creek Oasis, 2nd Janelle Dorian - Sandy Creek Callabonna, 3rd Janine Hendricken - GA Smoothie.

Level 2: 1st Abby Hobbs - Denzil Berry, 2nd Jaime Porter Jitterbug, 3rd Janet Mould - Stoneleigh Poseidon.

Level 1: 1st Anthea Wood - Bravado, 2nd Sharon Streeter Adagio Whim, 3rd Fiona Normond - Artic.

Level Adv: 1st Prue Wood - Lack of Habits, 2nd Lucy Sawers - Hillview Park Dark Moon, 3rd Margaret Lamb - Zac.

Korumburra volleyball Results Round 2 A Grade: Giants drew Warriors (1:1) 25:19, 16:25, 17:17.

Golliwogs d Champions (3:0) 25:16, 25:21, 18:16.

Pirates d Bugs (2:1) 25:19, 21:25, 21:19.

B Grade: HELP d Panthers (2:0) 25:14, 25:21, 4:10.

Shark Bait d Misfits (3:0) 25:19, 25:20, 19:15.

M.G. Holy Cows d Chargers (2:1) 25:22, 25:17, 15:25, 8:10.

• LEONGATHA CYCLING

Riders down, action up WHAT was supposed to be a club night at Warragul failed to eventuate so it was a usual Friday night of club racing.

Thomas McFarlane was missing as he had a State team event at Northcote prior to heading to the National Track Titles in Adelaide next week.

However, after a Wednesday night training crash the numbers were down and some riders were still carrying some scars. However, it was a warm but windy night for racing.

The first up one lap against the clock saw Matt Minogue continue to improve his personal best times and he is now very close to getting into the 34 sec zone following his 35.16 time.

Next best was Kevin Feely at 36.10, Austin Timmins at 37.51 sec, Alex Bennett at 42.48 sec and Thomas Fitzgerald at 49.05 sec.

The riders were given a one lap handicap with Matt Minogue on scratch, Kevin Feely 10m, Austin Timmins at 20m and Alex Bennet at 60m.

Matt Minogue thought he had the race won but was pipped right at the line in a close finish

by Kevin Feely whilst it was also tight for third with Austin getting the nod.

Thomas Fitzgerald was missing competition after the Wednesday night bingle so he was given a flying 200m event and clocked in a 20,69 time.

The other riders recovered and were given

a two lap handicap.

This time Kevin was on scratch and chasing out to 140m. The results went Kevin first, Alex (140) second and Matt (25) third.

Meanwhile Thomas fronted up for another 200m flying 200m and showed that practice does help as he improved to 20.48sec.

The now recovered quartet were split into two teams – Austin and Matt versus Kevin and Alex for a two lap teams sprint.

The past week’s format has seen the riders doing only a half lap turn and this is what Austin did, leaving Matt to do 1.5 laps of effort.

Fortunately he was up to the task and brought the team home by a narrow margin for the win.

Thomas had a 200m time trial for his last event and recorded a good 23.99sec time, showing that even after some efforts he was still going strongly.

The other riders finished the night with an eight lap scratch race.

Again Kevin Feely claimed the win. The minor places went to Matt and Austin.

At the Tuesday night meeting it was decided to finish the season on Friday, March 8 – racing and a Pizza night.

This will allow the road season to start on March 16 with crits at Bena.

We wish Thomas McFarlane all the best for his tilt at the National Titles next weekend.

He has been putting in some good efforts at the training days and looks in good form.

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Allambee gets the win THE Mirboo North Secondary College swimming sports started with high humidity, a sprinkle of rain, plenty of cloud cover, an air of anticipation and a huge splash of colour.

The first event of the day was fashions on the field with the major prizes going to Erin Turnbull and Devin O’Keefe.

The action in the pool began and it wasn’t long before it was obvious the brilliance of blue (Allambee) was beginning to dominate, however last year’s second placegetter was closing in fast.

The day continued with the weather steadily becoming cooler and the shivers had set in, but this did not deter the participation, the best ever, the average being over 70 swimmers per house.

The relay events and the cork scramble were going to be the big deciders. It was a very close carnival, even closer than last year, with Allambee in first place by a mere four points from Mirboo yet again and only 20 points separating first and fourth.

Go Blue: Allambee house captains Kadie Lardner and Callum Alexander accept the shield.

Green team: Connor Williams, Zach Williams and Jack Swallow were dressed to impress at the Mirboo North Swimming Sports.

Age champions: from left, Jack Burgess-Pincini, Leah Williams, Tyde Melbourne, Siobhan Hall, Thomas Marshall, Katherine Blackshaw, Tom Brophy, Anne Marshall, Sam Powell, Emma Hales, Louise Rogers and Callum Alexander.

TIDES LPS does Here is an easy guide to tides in your area.

To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below.

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

At Port Phillip Heads

FEB / MARCH Time

height (metres)

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Add one hour for daylight saving

27 WED

28 THUR

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3 SUN

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1.39 0.53 1.34 0.42

0135 0730 1355 1941

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1.50 0.32 1.51 0.39

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1.53 0.24 1.56 0.40

0327 0924 1604 2140

1.54 0.18 1.57 0.43

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1.52 1.14 1.55 0.47

0440 1045 1733 2301

1.50 0.14 1.51 0.51

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

Preps and friends: Year 11 buddies lent a hand to help the little ones. Back standing, from left, Diane McAskill, Juliette Townsend, Baylin Townsend, Caleb Pollard-Virtue, on steps, Charlie O’Garey, Oliver Duggan, Ange Mumby, Kaitlyn Robinson, Harrison Bencraft, Karter Kossena, Gabby Connell, Jack Holford-Collins, Mia Munday, Lauren Coghlan, Kye Ryan, Fynn Leyton-Barkla and Daisy Fusinato.

Swimming with spirit THE water at the Wonthaggi YMCA pool turned red, blue, green and even yellow when Newhaven College held its House swimming carnival recently.

Seven straight: Kyle Brown, Jessica Harry, Kiara McJames-Court and Thomas Bouquet celebrate Leongatha Primary School winning yet another district swimming sports.

This is the seventh year in a row the school has taken out the shield.

Students from the tiniest Preps right through to Year 6 proudly wore their house colours, cheering for friends and house-mates alike with the emphasis of the day being participation and having fun.

Traditional swimming races were complemented by a series of novelty events for nonswimmers such as ball, kickboard and noodle races so that everyone could experience the pride in gaining valuable points to count towards their House total.

Year 11 students lent a hand with timing and marshalling before taking on a mentoring role of caring pool buddies. Younger students were delighted to be made a fuss of by ‘the big kids’ as they helped non-swimmers to participate, many Preps were so small they could not even touch the bottom of the pool! Nervous faces were soon replaced with beaming smiles when the big kids swept the little ones along the top of the water to touch the edge to the cheers of the crowd.

Seasoned swimmers returned strong performances with many personal bests recorded.

Eight new College records were set by: Sarah Stone in U/8 Freestyle, Tully Dickie in U/9 Backstroke, Anthony Carr in U/10 Butterfly, Emily Goode in U/11 Breaststroke and Backstroke and U/12 girls Scarlett Beaton in Backstroke, Molly Hosken in Butterfly and Ella White in Breaststroke.

When all the points were tallied, the results were: fourth place Clarke House, third place Bass House, second place McHaffie House, leaving Sambell House in first place!

Junior School Year 6 student and Sports Captain, Ella White, congratulated everyone on showing the Newhaven College spirit. “The encouragement and support for everyone was fantastic to see!” she said.

“You all pushed yourselves out of your comfort zones and tried your hardest, which was amazing.”

Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to represent Newhaven College at the Divisional Swimming Carnival on Friday March 1 at the Korumburra Pool. They are; Imogen Bradford, MacKinley Thompson, Anthony Car, Maddison Stone, Amelie RenoufSchrape, Emily Goode, Sophia Hughes, Shae White, Oscar van der Zwet, Scarlett Beaton, Angus van der Zwet, Molly Hosken, Ella White, Jack McDonald, Jack Hutchinson, Lily Roney, Alex McMahon and Stevie Ryan.

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Wonthaggi gets two SOME fierce competition last Tuesday at Phillip Island Bowling Club saw the Division 1 Pennant for 2012-13 go to Wonthaggi, with San Remo as worthy runners-up.

The Division 2 Pennant also went home with Wonthaggi with Loch and District runners-up.

The Divison 3 Pennant was won by Mirboo North with Wonthaggi runners-up.

Congratulations to all competitors, thank you to the vocal spectators and to the Phillip Island members who did a great job of hosting the day.

Top bowlers: Wonthaggi took out the Pennant in Division 1.

Meeniyan bowls MONDAY February 18, was our annual Farmers’ Invitation Triples sponsored by Landmark Leongatha.

Winners for the day were Wayne Walker, Bob Young and Euan Coulter (Leongatha) with Tim McLean, Robbie Grylls and Robin McKenzie (Fish Creek) runners up, Ron Huttons team were also three game winners.

Wednesday social bowls winners from a field of fourteen were Bob Wylie, Les Godkin and Barbara Dyke. Bob also won the lucky draw.

Our corporate bowls is now into its final two weeks. Top four for Tuesday are Robo, Espy, Mudslides and Windmill Ag 2 followed by Mercus, Puppies, Triple Trouble, MGC, Windmill Ag 1, Bombers, Mighty Ducks and Just for Fun. Wednesday top four is Dumblak North, Mavericks, Robo and McBrowns followed by MDU, MacAttack, Moos, and What Do You Think.

On Saturday Meeniyan hosted the division three preliminary final with Foster defeating Korumburra gold.

This week (Saturday 2nd. March) our division four team have a repeat match in the grand final where they meet San Remo who defeated Phillip Island on Saturday.

Good luck team! Following the final there will be a get together for all club members and partners. Details on the board Calendar events include our drawn pairs event on Tuesday, March 5, commencing at 10am, monthly triples on Thursday and the Davo Show on the Friday.

Our combined Presidents’ Day is scheduled for Tuesday, March 12 commencing at 10.30, with our pairs tournament on Monday, March 18.

Fish Creek bowls THE Ladies Invitation Day on Friday could not have been better and was played in near perfect bowling conditions.

Make it two: Division 2 girls backed it up to give Wonthaggi another flag.

We had a full green with visitors from far and wide.

President Meree supervised proceedings as if she had done it for years instead of which it was her first time. Catering Manager Phyl and her team absolutely excelled themselves with their lunch and afternoon tea and judging by the compliments we received the day was enjoyed by everyone.

There are many thankyous – too many to mention here but mainly Meree thanked our sponsors, Birch, Ross and Barlow for their continued support, her secretary and treasurer, Nellie for her as usual beautiful flower and table display, the catering ladies, Peg O’Neill for her incredibly generous raffle, Duillo Stefani for preparing the green and President Andy for manning the bar.

The winning team was from Phillip Island, skipped by Rosa James, and this is by no means Rosa’s first win of this day. She is always a very loyal visitor to our club as are all Phillip Island members and we thank them for their support.

The runners-up were Joyce Arnold’s team from Inverloch.

To more serious business we congratulate our Division three Men’s team for reaching the final in pennant to be played on Saturday.

We wish them all the luck in the world and win or lose we will have a barbecue at the club on Saturday night which will replace our normal Friday night casserole tea.

The teams are as follows and will depart from the club at 11am.

R. Mortlock (S), L. McKenzie, F. Carter and R. McKenzie.

D. Christie (S), R. Knight, R. Staley and B. O’Keefe.

T. McLean (S), M. Heywood, R. Grylls (Manager) and A. Kerr.

Emergency: W. Ferbrache Finally, all at our club extend our sincere condolences to Nellie and Cor Van Dyk, Anne Cowell and Bokka and all their family on their very tragic loss of Dot.

Leongatha TUESDAY evening February 19 saw round four of the business bowls in action.

The top 10 after round four sees Layers on the top of the ladder followed by Nesci’s, Tennis Club, PAG, McDonald/Roberts, Leongatha Kitchens, Murray Goulburn, B.J Earthmoving, Bi-Rite And Hair Bairs. The next round five will be on Tuesday evening February 26.

Wednesday February 20 saw the mid week social bowls on the greens with the winners being F. Filomeno (s) and Anne-Lye with two wins and a draw plus 16 while the runners-up were the pair of J. White (s) and T. Haywood also with two wins and a draw plus 4.

Saturday February 23 saw again a mixed social event with the winners being M. Coulter (s) and R. Symmons with 3 wins plus 1 while the runners-up were F. Filomeno (s) and G. Elliott with two wins plus 7.

Sunday February 24 saw the club’s open pairs with teams from as far away as Hastings, Trafalgar, Yallourn North, Brighton and Yarram along with other pairs including pairs from our own club in a tense battle for the spoils.

The winners were John Hall - Ray McGannon Leongatha. The runners-up were Alan Easterbrook - Rosa

Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, February 20: Bowling was a bit slow getting underway as Rod brought along his photo albums celebrating his 80 years (very well done Jenny).

Four teams selected with two pairs and two tripes and “new chum” skippers using six bowls. The first game saw Joyce Alan tear away from Joe, Rod-Mary 13/4 and Carolyn and Toni 6/3 over Peter, Charlie and Andrew.

Winners swapped over and Carolyn continued on her winning way 15/4 over Joe with a full compliment of 6 on 6th end. On the other mat a draw 6 shots all Joyce 6 ends x1/Peter 2 ends 2 ends of 3.

Mat 3 came into play for the third game with Joe’s first

James Inverloch. The third place winners were Mick Coran - Shaun O’Loughlin Inverloch. Sponsor for the day was the Leongatha Bowls Club Inc and I understand a great day was had by all despite the trying weather conditions.

The club’s major raffle was drawn during the lunch break with the winner being Colin Coulter who will no doubt be able to use his $1,000 Hartley Wells voucher with great delight.

The club also thanks Hartley Wells for their support in this fund raising effort and many thanks to those members within the club who organised the raffle.

Wednesday 27 will see the monthly triples in action with a 9.30am start.

Friday March 1 will see the ladies open triples on the greens again, a 9.30am start and a BYO lunch. Friday evening the club’s Kitty Club tea will be on again so please put your name on the list before Thursday evening.

To all Leongatha members now the season is nearly over and there may be some members who will no doubt taking holidays or heading on their annual Pilgrimage to far away places please let the cleaning coordinator know of this and dates so as to assist in the roster draws.

Until the next report, good bowling - Jackhigh.

win of the night over Peter’s team 8/6. Another drawn game in Mat 2 with Lan decling his last bowl against Carolyn when holding very tight head to finish 6 all.

Winning team: Carolyn Benson and Toni Heldens (WWD) 14 ends, Second team: Joyce Occhipinti and Lan Benson (WDD) 16 ends, Third team: Joe Occhipinti, Rod McConchie, Mary Tumino (LCW) 10 ends, 4th spot: Peter Heldens, Charlie Tummino, Andrew Hanks (LDL) 8 ends, Lucky ticket: Chicken pieces to Rod, others chips, veggies and the last of Rod’s duck eggs to Mary.

Bowling at Buffalo Wednesday at 7.30.

Flat shoes - Just come along - Bowls supplied.

Korumburra parlor bowls Magnificent Mirboo North: Division 3 pennant winners Mirboo North.

Representative honours even

HELD over two Sundays recently at Leongatha Bowling Club, 12 matches between West Gippsland and South Gippsland were held to decide who would represent the Strzelecki region at the Victorian State finals in Bendigo in April.

At the end of play, honours were even, with six results going to South and six to West Gippsland. Some close and exciting struggles saw great bowls being played with the last game of Women’s Champion Pairs going right down to the wire in increasingly hot conditions.

Results Champion Singles- Men Winner: K. Gardiner, Inverloch; runner-up S.Hodge,Trafalgar.

Champion Singles Women Winner: P. Fraser-Aurish, Neerim and District; runnerup J.Miller,Loch and District.

Champion Pairs - Men. Winners: J. Scullin,

C.Ward, Traralgon; runnersup R. Lomango, R.Saunders, Korumburra.

Champion Pairs - Women.

Winners: R. Dennis, M. Forrest, San Remo; runner-up L. Jeffery, I. Hine, Drouin.

State Singles - Men. Winner: M.Coram, Inverloch; runner-up J. McCormick, Yallourn.

State Singles - Women.

Winner: R. Dennis, San Remo; runner-up P. FraserAurish, Neerim and District.

State Pairs - Men Winners: I. Kirkup, M Yacoub, Morwell Club; runnersup M. Bowman, D. Roberts, Inverloch.

Sate Pairs -Women.

Winners: J. Brown, R. Dennis, San Remo; runnersup M. Gibbins, J. Kirby, Traralgon RSL. Sate Triples - Men. Winners: I. Kirkup, M. Yacoub, I. Hilsley, Morwell Club; runners-up A. Easterbrook, M. Yates, W. Parks, Inverloch.

State Triples - Women.

Winners: D. Wylie, B. Roeder, V. Crane, Traralgon; runners-up I. Sheppard,L. Dowson, M. Paynting, Inverloch.

State Fours - Men. Winners: S. Gillespie, M. Ferrari, I. Hilsley, I. Kirkup, Morwell Club; runners-up R. Burge, R. Lawson, C. Buccilli, N.West, Inverloch.

State Fours -Women.

Winners: R. Dennis, J. Brown, D. Coleman, M. Forrest, San Remo; runnersup D. Wylie, B. Roeder, M. Talbot,V. Crane, Traralgon.

It is noted that I.Kirkup, M.Yacoub and I.Hilsley of Morwell Club were multiple winners for West Gippsland men as were R. Dennis, J.Brown and M.Forrest for South Gippsland women.

Congratulations to all competitors and to Leongatha Bowling Club for the venue and the hospitality.

ON Thursday, February 21, Korumburra parlor bowlers played round four of their competition season.

Two teams, Kookabur-

SGBD ladies pennant Grand final February 19 Division 1: Wonthaggi 73 (16 shots) d San Remo 57 (J. Clarkson 31 d R. Dennis 17, I. Donohue 22 d S. Carvosso 20, K. Simpson 20 drew Allen-Dayle 20).

Division 2: Wonthaggi 83 (17 shots) d Loch & District 66 (A. Green 42 d V. Kennedy 16, K. Bird lt K. Moss 27, D. Yarley 22 lt J. Miller 23).

Division 3: Mirboo North 42 (8 shots) d Wonthaggi 34 (A. Plowman 24 d G. Mitford 20, R. Spark 18 d G. Wilson 14).

ras and The Burra, were seeking their first victories for the season. Fortunately for The Burra, they managed to scrape in by a point after a steady performance from Alan Dyall and Brian Enbom on the last end.

The game had seesawed all night with The Burra shooting to the front by six points only to be pegged back by the Sicilians at the half-way point.

Then they led again until the second last end when Sicilians once again tied the score.

Given The Burra were front running all evening, the final result seemed fitting even if disappointing for Sicilians.

The Burra’s newer players showed poise over the final, tension-filled ends with the “old hands” providing the final coup.

Unfortunately, Kookaburras couldn’t manage a similar result, losing nine shots early into their game and never recovering their

position.

When Kookaburras scored it was in twos but did not score often enough to worry the rampaging Kardella whose form turnaround from last year, if maintained, will see their players being swabbed.

Kardella scored three telling ends, a five and two threes, to hold control of the game all night.

Battlers had had excellent results during the first three rounds of games whilst Pretenders were showing their usual sluggish start to the season but on Thursday night, Pretenders had come out to play and gave Battlers a lesson in bowls.

By half-way the scores were 17-4 and by the seventeenth end 22-6. Pretenders eased off the pressure and Battlers stole nine points to three over the final ends.

Final scores were Pretenders 25 d Battlers 15, Kardella 25 d Kookaburras 15, The Burra 17 d Sicil-

ians 16, VRI –bye.

The social bias bowlers gathered at Outtrim despite the heat, flies and mosquitoes to enjoy three games of seven ends where positions were rotated throughout.

The bowling was fierce; little errors pounced upon and rivalry, tainted with good-humoured sledging, abounded.

Of the six teams, Arc Gammaldi, Lynn McCord and Shirley Wyhoon were the most consistent, winning the evening by two shots (2W1L+7) from Joe Occhipinti, Carolyn Benson and Nella Lomagno (2W1L+5).

Third and fourth were equally close with Joyce Occhipinti, Geoff McCord and Mary Tumino (1W1D1L+5) sneaking ahead of Ian Benson, Connie Occhipinti and Sally Gammaldi (1W1D1L+1).

Charlie Tumino’s and Lee Armstrong’s teams trailed in behind with 1W2L each.

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Korumburra ladies

SATURDAY’S event, kindly sponsored by Nagle’s Amcal Chemist, was a 4BBB stableford and the first round of the Col Heppell Plate.

Winners of the day’s event were G. Hughes and R. Hannay with 43 points.

Runners-up were D. Thomson and D. Gregg (41 points) with down the line (DTL) balls going to B. Dewar and W. Reilly (40 points).

Nearest the pin (NTP) was D. Baggallay (brilliant shot) and the pro pin went to J. Wilson, after it was pointed out to Mr Reilly that you had to actually be on the green to win!

Once again the member’s draw went unclaimed thanks to the absence of P. Riddell.

Going through to the next round of the Col Heppell Plate are the teams of R. Thomas and D. Baggallay, D. Thomson and D. Gregg, B. Dewar and W. Reilly, J. Wilson and R. Evans.

We wish them success (particularly the first pair).

Tuesday’s stroke event was won by L. Hemphill (23) with a net 66. DTL balls went to R. Evans (30) 69 and C. Stewart (30) 70. NTP went to C. Stewart and best 9 to J. Cusack. L. Hemphill and J. Mortensen took out the fourball.

Thursday’s singles stableford went to D. Gregg (21) with 35 points with I. Warman (19) runner-up with 32 points.

NTP was J. Cusack and best 9 R. Evans.

Twilight saw 21 players taking part. Men’s winner was G. Williams with 22 points and DTL balls went to P. McCaughan and R. McGeary with 19.

Ladies’ winner was M. Rowe with 14 pts and M. McGeary the runner-up with 11 pts.

This Thursday the participants in the KB Cup set off at 7.30 am and may well survive to return. Rod Matthews turns 60 in the coming week and will be eligible for free Sunday public transport.

We wish I. Warman a speedy recovery from his surgery.

Vale life member Wilf Richards (1932-2013).

ON Wednesday 23 pairs played in our Beginners Day, with great trophies provided

by Viv and David Enbom.

The event was 9 holes Canadian Foursomes Stroke with members paired up with a beginner or a 40+ marker.

We welcomed 13 new women on the day; hopefully they enjoyed their golf and will return to lessons and clinics.

There was a mulligan’s on the 1st hole where you could replay your tee shot for a donation to charity.

Over the day $236 was raised for the Cancer Unit at Traralgon.

The day’s winners were Carie Harding and Kathryn Meyer with a stunning 30 ¼ net and the runners-up were Virginia Wagner and Pam

Leongatha THE qualifying round in the A. E. Edney 4BBB par event was played at Leongatha on Saturday in hot and windy conditions.

Winners, with the excellent score of nine up were Gerry Carcour (9) and Ed Kosciuk (22).

Charles Baldwin (10) and Simon Drummond (17) also had a great round to be runners-up with a score of +8.

Other qualifiers for the Match play semi finals to be played by March 23 were Andrew Henley and Fred de Bondt along with Peter Hart and Bob Prowse.

Nick Savino won the PP and nearest the pin (NTP) on the 14th and Kevin Castwood was closest on the difficult 16th.

Ball winners, all with

Leongatha ladies Wednesday FORTY-three players competed in the very popular par event sponsored by Voyage Fitness of Leongatha.

Trish Owen was successful in A Grade finishing

Leongatha Town Netball Club REGISTRATION DAY, MARCH 16 From 9.30 to 12.30 at the Leongatha Netball Pavilion Invites players to join our 2013 season, which starts on April 27 at the Leongatha Netball courts For all inquiries please phone Pauline Baudinette on 5662 3695 or Melissa Yemyenhuis on 5663 2357

thestar.com.au Eyers on 33 ¼ net.

The member and member winners were Kath Welsh and Julie Brannaghan with 35 ¼ net. Balls down the line went to: Marg Clasby and Helen O’Brien 34 net, Julie Hislop and Jenny Pollard 35 ¼ net, Barb Twite and Jenny Blackmore 36 net and Lyn Perks and Betty Thomson 36 ¼ net.

Nearest the pins on the 1st were won by Lyn McIvor (second tee shot!) and Linda Whitaker (beginner). The putter for the beginner was taken home by Kathryn Meyer.

A lovely evening last Thursday saw some good scores again at Twilight golf.

The front nine hole winners were Jaarl and Jenni Enbom with 21 points and Lindsay (birthday boy) O’Neill and

Deb Staples were the runners-up on 20 points Greg Jones and Jean White scored 24 points to be the winners on the back nine holes with Kate McGregor and Rick Johnson the runners-up on 23 points. Next week only seven holes will be played with the joker available to improve your score, use it wisely if you can.

Ten women played a Stroke round on Saturday (March RB) with Marj Dixon being the winner, 108-32/76 net, the runner up was Carie Harding 112-34/78 net.

Marj Dixon won the nearest the pins on the 1st and 10th holes.

Betty Thomson had the least putts with 28 and Lee Clements had the best scratch score with 88 gross.

the score of +7 were A. Henley/F De Bondt. P. Hart/B. Prowse.

B. Attwood/R. Williams. P. Appel/R. Nelson. P. Stivic/J. King and C. Harris /R. Rees.

Tuesday there was no Club Competition on Tuesday as the club hosted a very successful day for the Sth Gippsland Veterans. Ninetyfour players enjoyed the lush fairways and true greens.

Thursday 80 players took part in the ‘Grab a lefty’ open four ball ambrose competition sponsored by The Dandenong Club.

The winning team was Fred Debono (18) John Moor (18) Rob Martin (15) and Ian Nunn (19) with a net score of 55 ¼.

Runners-up were Joe Lowell Ron McCann Peter Walsh and Marilyn Williams with a net score of 55 5/8.

Marilyn Williams enjoyed a good day also winning the NTP on the 14th, whilst Ian Barlow won on the 16th.

Thanks to the Esplanade Hotel for sponsoring both holes.

Ball winners were I. Danks, B. Borg, B. Warren, P. Waters, E. Frost, N. Farley, M. Hanger, T. Poulton, F. Smedley, J. Gilder, K. Castwood, P. Seth, R. Bride, K. Finney, Wendy Parker, M. Oliver, H. Smith, T. Steer, T. Carrol and G. Austin.

The men’s pennant starts on March 18 and the club is keen to hear from any members interested in representing their club, especially over 20 markers for the handicap section.

Please contact the club or Rob Bride on 5629 5747 for more details.

with -1. Jan Birrell finished square and won B Grade on a countback, while a very excited newcomer to the game, Pam Mullarvey won C Grade with -2. Pam also managed to break her handicap: a dream come true for every 45 marker.

Down the line balls were awarded to Marg Griffiths, square, Jill Steer, Nancy Sperling, Val Brydon and Kerry Hogan -2, Pat Pease, Loris Clark, Joan Scott and Marion Chalmers -3 (on a countback).

Jill Steer was the closest to the pin on the 14th and Wendy Parker won the nearest the pin on the 16th.

Audree Wyhoon was successful in the 9 hole event with 15 points and Karen Orford won a down the line ball with 13 points.

Down the line balls went to Meryl Findlay and Wendy Parker +6 (on a count back) Nearest the pin was Marg Berry on the 16th.

Saturday This was a 4BBB Par event.

Winners were Marg Berry (11) and Linda Shannon (10) +6, on a countback from two other pairs.

Sunday TWENTY-three pairs braved hot conditions in the annual R. and M. Hodges 4BBB stableford board event.

Winners were Wendy Parker and Mick Oliver with 47 points. Marilyn and Russell Williams were runnersup with 45 points.

Down the line balls went to Peter and Lyn Hart, Peter Seth and Trish Owen 43 points, Brendan Simon and Evelyn Indian 42 points, Col and Nancy Sperling, John and Leslie Renwick and Portia and Neville Williamson 40 points (on a countback).

Nearest the pin on the 14th was won by Marea Maher and Peter Hart, and Helen Fraser and Peter Hart on the 16th.

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ON Saturday we had our medal day.

I am very pleased how the greens have come up in a period of seven days and I am sure they will be back to their best in two or three weeks.

On Saturday we had a par event with a field of 87 players.

A Grade winner P. Young +5, B Grade winner J. Burke +6, C Grade winner J. Goyce +6.

Balls down the line: D. Dye+5, T. Scholey +5, B. Fennel +4, A Briggs +3, P. Evans +3, S. Tiziani +3, M. Tiziani +3, F. McDonald +2, R. Furborough +2, P. Studham +2, A. Wright +2, I. Sullivan +2, K. Word +1.

Nearest the pins: 2nd N. Burne, 8th F. Thomas, 13th J.

The medallist was Lance Lancaster, his net 70 also winning B Grade.

The A Grade winner was Glen Fitzpatrick from Mick Herrald, Bob Beilby was runner-up to Lance and C Grade went to Ted Martin from Brian Wilson.

The balls went to: B. Fitzgerald, J. Howard, C. James who also eagled the 11th, J. Redmond, C. Hall, D. Lim, R. Goodwin, R. Winkler, G. Fixter, B. Thomas and D. Perrett.

Nearest the pin winners were Mick Herrald and Rod Goodwin.

The ladies event was won

by Elsie McBride with 37 points on a countback. Balls to C. Perrett, J. Pope and T. Scoble.

Nearest the pins went to Melinda Martin and Alice Campbell.

On Sunday we held the A.W. Smith and Sons qualifying. The day’s event was sponsored by Ian and Joan Smith.

The winners were Gav and Ros Blew from Thel Scoble and Glen Fitzgerald, with balls going to T. Ryan, D. O’Connor; S. Wakefield, T. Walters; M. and Dean Dwyer.

The men’s nearest the pins went to Glen Fitzgerald and Dean Dwyer. The ladies Shirley Thomas and Marg Tuckett.

The qualifiers were G. and R. Blew, S. Wakefield, T. Walters; T. Scoble, G. Fitzpatrick; T. Ryan, D. O’Connor.

Next week we will play a fourball event sponsored by Kerry and Brenton McLeod. It is also the qualifying round for the McLeod knockout.

Korumburra ON Saturday, February 23, a first round championships stroke competition was played sponsored by Neil Perks and the CCR was 70.

A Grade C. Clements 75, hcp. R. Johnson 68. B Grade: S. Hislop 82, hcp. Sam and Brocky 72. C Grade: S. Osboldstone 82, hcp. S. Osboldstone 67 (3). D Grade: G. Wilson 86, hcp. G. Wilson 63.

A Grade 8 hcp: R. Johnson 68 net, C. Clements 72, N. Wardle 72, S. Hislop 72, T. Herbert 73, M. Wrigley 74, P. Johnson 74.

B Grade 18 hcp: S. Osboldstone 67 net, K. Pope 69, K. Ingwesson 71, A. Brocklebank 72, N. Ladgrove 74.

C Grade 23 hcp: G. Wilson 63 net, W. Hopkins 73, D. Hislop 73, B. Thomson 74 Nearest the pin: 1st P. Hornibrook, 7th R. Crawford, 10th D. Austin, 13th L. Webster.

Tuesday’s winner was J. Watts 40 pts. Thursday’s winner N. Perks 38 pts.

A Grade ladies: Anne Walker (SGLGA president) Di Grimmond and Marg O’Halloran (runners-up Wonthaggi Golf Club) and Jill Steer and Marea Maher (A Grade winners Leongatha Golf Club).

Crellin, 17th C. Linguey Eagle: 1st A. Briggs, 18th D. Tiley.

Highlight of the day must be awarded to Mr. Jason Sartori whom whilst attempting to hole a three foot putt on the 4th hole proceeded to “double” hit the ball and lose the hole. Mr. Michael Scott and his partner was seen later on giving Jason sore valuable putting lessons.

With pennant beginning on March 17, only three weeks away, the sides will be picked this week and posted in the pro shop by Saturday.

Have a great week and I will see everyone on the course this Saturday for our monthly medal.

Foster A FEW days of misty easterly drizzle and the course has greened up a little.

However more follow up rain is needed.

Tuesday saw Phil Schofield (14) take a week’s holidays from his curators duties and found time to blitz the course to win with the good score of 41 points. Down the line (DTL) was Peter Dight (4) on 38 points and Nearest the pin (NTP) went to Athol McGrath.

Thursday Robert Fulton (11) had 39 points to edge out Don Cripps (21) on 38 points.

NTP was Phil Schofield.

Friday Lloyd McKenzie (7) took the chook with 22 points – but may now find it hard for a while playing off his new Friday handicap of +1.

DTL balls went Chris Aitken and Geoff Nott on 20 points and Bill Fuller on 18 points.

The NTPs were won by Scott Rathjen and David Thornell.

Saturday was the third round of the Stig Nelander Trophy.

Trevor Jones (26) had his best round for many years to record 43 points and win B Grade.

Steve Reid (11) won A Grade with 38 points but still lost his knockout match.

DTL balls went to Andrew Boyd (26) 40 points, Jim Freeman (5) 38 points, Dean Walker (26) 38 ponits, and Phil Schofield (13) and Noel Black (4) both on 37 points.

The NTPs were won by Trevor Jones (two holes), Jim Freeman (two holes) and Noel Black.

The encouragement award

went to Terry Parnall with 21 points.

With one round of the Stig Nelander to go (on March 9) the leaders are – Trevor Jones 116, Steve Reid 115, Owen Kindellan 115 and Jim Freeman 114.

Ladies – Pam Witheridge (26) won with square from Jocelyn Towns (32) on -1.

NTP was Gayle Reid.

We played a mixed Canadian foursomes event for trophies from Kevin and Pam Witheridge on Sunday.

The top eight pairs also qualified to play off for the Mixed Knockout Match play trophy.

Cam Downing (9) and Beth Curram (14) were paired together and shot a magnificent par round of 72 off the stick to win with 63 3/8ths net.

The top eight pairs, their scores, and their opponents in the first match play round are as follows.

Cam Downing and Beth Curram (63 3/8) v Larry Giddy and Barbara Warren (75 3/8 ), Norm Cooper and Val Gow (67 7/8) v Colin Pulham and Val Soderlund (75 1/8), Jim Freeman and Jocelyn Towns (71 1/8) v Fred Tyers and Jean Ryan (73 5/8), and Noel Black and Sue Wylie (71 7/8) v Rhys Ireland and June Eddy (73 2/8).

The first match play round must be completed by Sunday April 7.

Alayne McKenzie was delighted to collect the $350 for the members draw.

The draw will start again next week at $250.

You need to be in the clubhouse between 7 and 8 pm to be eligible to win.

South Gippsland Ladies EIGHTY- two women, with representation from all nine district golf clubs, competed in the annual South Gippsland Ladies Golf Association Opening Day 4BBB stableford event at Wonthaggi on Friday.

Winners of A Grade, with 45 points, were Marea Maher and Jill Steer from Leongatha Golf Club. Di Grimmond and Marg O’ Halloran from Wonthaggi Golf Club were the runners-up with 42 points.

B Grade winners, from Meeniyan Golf Club, were Marilyn Mc Geery and Jan Roberts with 48 points. Betty Bowmar and Julie Evens 47 points, from Wonthaggi Golf Club, were ‘hard on their heels’.

Down the line balls went to Marg Frith and Di Gray

(Phillip Island), Trish Latch and Jeanette Swan (Welshpool) and Sue Wylie and M Wilder (Foster) 45 points, Deb Miller and Fay Quilford (Leongatha) 44, Bev Dobson and Flo Davis (Wonthaggi) 43, Nancy Hammet and Kristen Elliott (Meeniyan) 42, and Marg Ryan and Delores Harvey (Wonthaggi), Toni West and Trish Owen (Leongatha) and Ivy Ruby and Chris Hamilton (Wonthaggi) 41 points.

Nearest the pins were won

by Jean Ryan (Foster) and Pat Pease (Leongatha). The propin was won by Jan Trease from Meeniyan Golf Club.

The District committee would like to thank Wonthaggi Golf Club for hosting Opening Day and also extend sincere thanks to our very generous sponsors, Handley and Anderson Funeral Directors of Wonthaggi, who support this event every year.

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• SOUTH COAST ATHLETICS

Locals in state champs Twilight meet, records fall SOUTH Coast Athletics was well represented with 22 local athletes competing in the recent Victorian Junior Championships held at Lakeside Stadium in Albert Park.

In warm but windy conditions Patrick Ryan (Hammer Throw), Eleanor Patterson (High Jump) and Stephanie George (Walk) were crowned Victorian Champions with impressive performances.

A further nine medals were won over the three day competition.

The following 12 South Coast athletes will now represent Victoria at the Australian Junior Championships which will be held in Perth from March 12 to 17 2013; Elinor Fraser, Taylah Gardner, Hayley George, Stephanie George, Wesley Graeme, Ben Green, Kyla Green, Claire Jobling, Chloe McNicol Davidson, Ruby Martin, Declan Morrison and Eleanor Patterson.

As we near the end of the track and field season our senior members will be competing at the

upcoming Victorian and Australian Open Championships and the Victorian and Australian Master’s Championships.

Our winter competition will commence in April with a series of Cross Country and Road Racing events. Athletes of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Please contact Lyndall Green, 5662 3637 or Steve Plumb 5672 4299 for further enquiries.

Results Victorian champions: Stephanie George – U/18 5km Walk 28.40.97min.

Eleanor Patterson – U/18 High Jump 1.80m (World Youth Qualifier).

Patrick Ryan- U/20 Hammer Throw 56.35m.

Silver medallists: Kyla Green – U/14 Women Pole Vault 1.75m.

Ben Green – U/16 Men Pole Vault 3.40m.

Wesley Graeme – U/16 Men High Jump 1.79m.

Chloe McNicol –Davidson – U/18 Women 5km Walk 29.38.98min.

Bronze medallists: Ruby Martin – U/14 Women Triple jump 10.01m (PB).

Declan Morrison – U/14 Men Long Jump 4.45m.

Hayley George – U/14 3km 17.09.54min.

Taylah Gardner – U/16 Women High Jump 1.40m.

Claire Jobling – U/17 Women High Jump 1.55m.

Full results: Bella Fraser – U/14 High Jump 4th 1.35m, Triple Jump 6th 9.49m (PB), Long Jump 6th 4.31m.

Brodie Anderson – U/14 men 800m 5th 2.24.67min.

Ed Beischer – U/15 Men 800m 6th 2.15.28min (PB).

Nicole Davis – U/16 Women Discus 4th 24.17m, Shot Put 5th 9.34m.

Wesley Graeme – U/16 Men Long Jump 5th 5.70m.

Julian Patterson – U/16 Men High Jump 4th 1.70m.

Cody McNicol-Davidson – U/16 Men 3km 4th 18.04.53min.

SharnaWarry – U/17 Javelin 4th 29.63m, Triple Jump 4th 10.89m, Long Jump 8th 4.71m .

Elinor Fraser – U/18 Long Jump 4th 5.14m, High Jump 5th 1.55m.

Lauren Goldie – U/20 Women Javelin 4th 23.89m, shot Put 6th 8.64m, Discus 5th 28.03m.

ANOTHER longstanding centre record fell just before night fell upon competitors at Leongatha Little Athletic Club’s special twilight meeting last Thursday, with Courtney Martin clocking a time of 1:15.67 in the Under 11 Girls 400m.

Courtney’s outstanding run was just a splitsecond quicker than the previous record of 1.16.00 set eight years ago by Kayla deBondt during the 2004/05 season.

More than 120 personal best (PB) performances were also recorded in the twilight hours last week, including a brilliant display of five PBs from five track and field events by Hayley Wight in the Under 12 Girls, and four PBs each for Madisyn Kenzie (Under 8 Girls), Ella Snell (U8G), Lilly Walker

There were no surprises like last week, as all the favourites managed to make the grand finals with their second attempt.

The results of all divisions were: Division 1 (at Inverloch): Phillip Island 14-79 d Wonthaggi 2-52.

Division 2 (at Wonthaggi): Phillip Island 14-65 d Inverloch 2-49.

Division 3 (at Meeniyan): Foster 16-85 d Korumburra Gold 0-52.

Division 4 (at Corinella): San Remo 14-72 d Phillip Island 2-65.

Division 5 (at Korumburra): San Remo 14-73 d Foster 2-64.

Next week sees the grand finals played, with games as follows: Division 1 (at Loch and District) Phillip Island v Inverloch.

Division 2 (at Loch and District) Phillip Island v San Remo.

Division 3 (at Wonthaggi) Fish

race walk; E. Clarke javelin.

Under 11 Boys: A. Ritchie 100m, 1500m race walk; L. Stothart 100m.

Under 11 Girls: B. Johnson 400m, 1500m race walk, long jump; E. Lyons javelin; M. Birrell 1500m race walk; I. Shone 1500m race walk, javelin; C. Martin 400m, 1500m race walk, javelin; A. Dunn javelin, 100m, 400m, long jump.

Under 12 Boys: S. Kennedy 400m; N. Matheson 60m hurdles.

Under 12 Girls: S. Falkingham 1500m race walk, 100m, 400m; S. Allen 400m, 100m; H. Wight high jump, 60m hurdles, shotput, 100m, 1500m race walk.

Under 13 Boys: B. Thorson discus.

Under 13 Girls: A. Wrigley 100m; N. Allen 1500m race walk, discus.

Under 14 Boys: A. Miller discus, 60m hurdles, long jump; C. Alexander discus.

Records hold in wind FIFTY-five athletes met on an extremely windy Wednesday evening last week.

dles Sonny McMillan 15.40, 70m sprint Sonny McMillan 14.75, long jump Sonny McMillan 2.00, shot put Sonny McMillan 3.55.

U6 Girl: 400m Ella Smith 2:18.0, 60m hurdles Ella Smith 18.60, 70m sprint Ella Smith 16.44, long jump Ella Smith 1.73, shot put Ella Smith 3.29.

U7 Boy: 400m Xavier Lindsay 1:39.5, 60m hurdles Xavier Lindsay 13.15, 70m sprint Xavier Lindsay 12.99, long jump Xavier Lindsay 2.55, shot put Aiden Hooper 5.01.

U7 Girl: 400m Olivia Bramley 1:51.1, 60m hurdles Olivia Bramley 16.90, 70m sprint Olivia Bramley 14.77, long jump Olivia Bramley 2.01, shot put Olivia Bramley 3.47.

U8 Boy: 100m sprint Archie O’Neill 1:26.6, 400m Archie O’Neill 1:26.6, 60m hurdles Jai Williamson 12.06, long jump Archie O’Neill 3.10, shot put Archer Reid 5.79.

U8 Girl: 100m sprint Tevuro Ihomana-Montgomery 17.60, 400m Bella Schmidt 1:44.5, 60m hurdles Tevuro Ihomana-Montgomery 12.86, long jump Tevuro IhomanaMontgomery 2.73, shot put Bella Schmidt 3.67.

U9 Boy: 100m sprint Tully Dickie 17.18, 400m Tully Dickie 1:31.2, 60m

South Gippsland pennant bowls Preliminary finals THE South Gippsland Bowls Division preliminary finals were played on Saturday at a number of venues throughout the division.

Under 8 Girls: M. Kenzie 100m, 400m, discus, long jump; N. Crimp 400m; C. Nesci 400m, long jump, 60m hurdles; C. Caithness 400m, discus; E. Snell 400m, 60m hurdles, 100m, long jump.

Under 9 Boys: D. Johnson discus; J. Soumilas triple jump.

Under 9 Girls: B. Fisher 400m, discus; A. Ritchie discus; J. Standfield discus; B. Roy discus; L. Caithness 60m hurdles; E. Birrell shotput, discus; M. Stothart high jump; E. Trease discus; E. Cornell high jump.

Under 10 Boys: R. Giliam javelin, triple jump; M. Matheson javelin; J. Soumilas triple jump.

Under 10 Girls: C. Allen javelin, 400m; A. Crimp javelin, 100m; B. Drury triple jump, javelin; M. Giles 100m; L. Walker javelin, triple jump, 400m, 100m; J. Woods triple jump; E. Bath javelin, triple jump, 60m hurdles; H. Hughes javelin 1500m

• WONTHAGGI LITTLE ATHLETICS

No records fell in the trying conditions but Aiden Hooper U7 Boys, Archer Reid U8 Boys, Rani Sutherland U8 Girls and Alicia Smith U9 Girls all recorded four out of five PBs. A few athletes have performed well at other meets recently.

Brodie Anderson ran at the State Junior Championships last weekend coming 5th in the U14 Boys 800m final.

Nicole Davis threw at the same venue coming 5th in the Shot Put and 4th in the Discus final in the U 16 Girls age group.

Tevuro Ihomana Montgomery broke the Traralgon U8 Discus and 80m hurdle records to gain two gold medals at the recent Traralgon Little Athletics Open day. She also won silver in the Long Jump, 100m and 70 m sprints.

The club hopes everyone had a fun time at the Regionals recording as many PBs as possible.

The next club meet will be on Saturday, March 2.

Results U6 Boy: 400m Sonny McMillan 1:49.4, 60m hur-

Long jump: Cooper Wagner soars through air in long jump on Thursday.

(U10G) and Amelia Dunn (U11G).

PBs recorded on the night were as follows: Under 6 Boys: H. Birrell 100m, 60m hurdles, vortex; C. O’Loughlin 100m, vortex; T. Lowe high jump, 100m, 60m hurdles; A. Standfield high jump, vortex.

Under 6 Girls: A. Snell vortex; T. Crimp 60m hurdles, high jump; M Bath 100m; C. Giliam high jump; L. Giles 60m hurdles.

Under 7 Boys: T. Roberts 60m hurdles, vortex; B. Soumilas high jump, 60m hurdles; F. Dunn 100m; S. Mackie vortex, 60m hurdles, high jump.

Under 7 Girls: T. Kenzie 60m hurdles, high jump; N. Wight high jump; E. O’Neill high jump, 100m; P. Thompson high jump.

Under 8 Boys: E. Colwill 100m; T. Richards discus; D. Shone 400m, 100m; J. McRae 100m, long jump, discus.

Creek v Foster.

Division 4 (at Wonthaggi) Meeniyan v San Remo.

Division 5 (at Wonthaggi) Port Welshpool v San Remo.

My ‘kiss of death’ tips for all divisions next week are: Division 1 - Proven grand finalists, Inverloch will be too strong for Phillip Island and will win by six shots.

Division 2 - San Remo will earn promotion to the top division with a solid win over Phillip Island, winning by 18 shots.

Division 3 - Fish Creek, who

have been outstanding all year will have no trouble and defeat Foster by 26 shots.

Division 4 - Meeniyan will be too strong for San Remo and win by 15 shots.

Division 5 - Port Welshpool, who like Fish Creek in Division 3, have been outstanding all season, will have little trouble with San Remo and win by 22 shots. Good win comfortably by 18 shots.

Good bowling to all those teams still in the finals’ race.

hurdles Matthew Nicholson 11.52, high jump Matthew Nicholson 0.95, shot put Tully Dickie 4.30.

U9 Girl: 100m sprint Alicia Smith 18.93, 400m Jade Anderson 1:41.7, 60m hurdles Jordon Dobson 13.10, high jump Jordon Dobson 0.85, shot put Alicia Smith 3.49.

U10 Girl: 60m hurdles Zara Hooper 13.18, 70m sprint Nicola Slade 11.76, 800m Chloe Bramley 3:33.0, discus Mikaela Notley 16.86, triple jump Zara Hooper 6.40.

U11 Boy: 200m sprint Cooper Smith 35.43, 400m Cooper Smith 1:21.8, 60m hurdles Jarrod Anderson 12.68, javelin Jarrod Anderson 12.34, long jump Rohan Slade 3.80.

U11 Girl: 200m sprint Lanni Pryor 36.91, 400m Lanni Pryor 1:23.4, 60m hurdles Lanni Prior 11.80, javelin Amy Brewer 13.93, long jump Lanni Pryor 3.51.

U12 Boy: 100m sprint Cooper Wagner 14.77, 1500m Luke Nicholson 6:02.3, 60m hurdles Cooper Wagner 11.32, shot put Cooper Wagner 7.46, triple jump Cooper Wagner 7.28.

U12 Girl: 100m sprint Cassie Fallaw 15.99, 1500m Melody Notley 7:46.7, 60m hurdles Cassie Fallaw 13.06, shot put Melody Notley 7.07,

triple jump Melody Notley 8.00.

U13 Boy: 200m sprint Brodie Anderson 34.81, 300m hurdle Brodie Anderson 58.65, 800m Brodie Anderson 2:54.6, high jump Mitchell Fallaw 1.25, shot put Brodie Anderson 6.11.

U13 Girl: 200m sprint Ciara Ryan 34.39, 300m hurdle Ciara Ryan 1:04.9, 800m Ciara Ryan 3:22.5, high jump Bridget Lowe 1.20, shot put Bridget Lowe 6.75.

U14 Boy: 100m sprint Declan Ryan 15.01, 300m hurdle Declan Ryan 56.84, 800m Declan Ryan 3:06.1, javelin Declan Ryan 25.46, triple jump Declan Ryan 9.04.

U14 Girl: 100m sprint Stephanie Slade 15.78, 300m hurdle Daisy Filippi 1:16.8, 800m Daisy Filippi 4:13.7, javelin Georgia Filippi 12.41, triple jump Stephanie Slade 8.17.

U15 Boy: 100m sprint Ethan Slade 12.28, 300m hurdle Ethan Slade 57.00.

800m Ethan Slade 3:21.4, javelin Ethan Slade 18.12, triple jump Ethan Slade 8.28.

U15 Girl: 100m sprint Tegan Lowe 14.47, 300m hurdle Tegan Lowe 1:01.3, 800m Hannah Robbins 3:28.9, javelin Tegan Lowe 24.26, triple jump Tegan Lowe 9.32.

Ladies help at open FIVE South Gippsland women volunteered at the Women’s Australian Open Golf at Royal Canberra Golf Course from February 14 - 18.

Being Canberra’s Centenary year there was much to see and do around the city, however most of their time was spent on the golf course.

Lee Clements, Corrie George, Maureen Masterman, Barb Wood and Heather Grist performed various roles including walker scoring, roving and hole marshalling, distributing bibs (for the caddies) on the 1st tee and all were there on the final day.

Later on, the eventual winner, Jiyai Shin downed a beer with all the volunteers.

The local women immensely enjoyed the week of golf and observed at close hand how professional golfers go about their business.

There were many spectators on the last day and the volunteers plan to improve their crowd control tactics for next year.

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LDCA recognises standouts EVERY season the Leongatha and District Cricket Association recognises great contributors to the game and association.

This year Les White and the Young family (Bob, Stuart and Gary) are being recognised.

Les White has been involved in cricket for 50 years, playing in around 500 games and also umpiring many more.

He started playing cricket for Krowera in 1962, playing in a senior premiership in 196566 before going to Kongwak in 1970, which then amalgamated with Outtrim in 1976 forming an A and B grade, where he won a senior premiership in 1976-77. Les has held many off the field cricket positions.

He was score secretary for the Outtrim Wonthaggi Cricket Association and then Association secretary for eight years.

He was also secretary of the Gippsland Cricket League for two years in the early 1980s as well as a Dowling shield selector, bus driver and team scorer. In the LDCA Les has been a Junior Country Week selector and team manager and helped organise the draws for many years.

With OMK, Les is a life member because he was a committee person for 20 years, serving also as president, captain and played in two premierships.

A winner of many batting, bowling and cricketer of the year trophies with OMK, he also won Cricketer of Year awards in the Outtrim Wonthaggi and Leongatha DCA competitions.

Personal highlights have been his centuries and hat trick and the great friendships and memories he has from being involved in the game of cricket.

Bob, Stuart and Gary Young will be recognised in Round 14 for their achievements as a family in cricket.

Bob Young began in 1952 at Koorooman playing until 1970 and doing eight years as captain.

In 1972 he joined Town, playing until 1980, captaining their B Grade for six years and winning two premierships.

An LDCA president for three years, he was involved in the turf wicket creation at Leongatha, chaired the committee that built the Leongatha grandstand rooms and helped organise the international game against the Poms, and the LDCA junior competition to begin. In recognition of this he was awarded Life Membership of the LDCA. His cricket achievements include playing GCL and Melbourne Country Week during the

50s and 60s where once he took 11 wickets in an outright win against Warragul.

With Town he took 8/18 with all wickets being bowled. Bob won four LDCA bowling averages, one in A Grade and three in B Grade.

A great joy was also getting to play cricket in the same team as his sons Stuart and Gary.

Stuart Young started in the LDCA U/16s in 1970 aged 11, playing till 1990 with Town before moving to Stanhope where he played until 2006.

For Town Stuart filled the roles of president, vice president and secretary/treasurer as well as being a member of the LDCA executive.

For the LDCA Stu captained a Zone 11 premiership, the GCL U/21 team and played in two LDCA U/16 Country Week premierships.

For Town Stuart captained the A Grade and U/16s winning premierships in A and B Grade.

He won Town batting averages in A, B and U/16s, bowling average in B Grade and also was an LDCA B Grade batting average and Cricketer of Year award winner.

With highest scores of A Grade 92, B Grade 110 no and U/16s 96 he also peaked early as a bowler, taking 8/24 in B Grade when just 11 years old.

Alongside all these great individual highlights Stuart ranks playing cricket for a great club like Town and the many lifelong friendships made through cricket as his greatest reward.

Gary Young began as a nine year old playing cricket with Bob in 1970 and played for a further 41 years. Along the way he played GCL, Zone 11, Melbourne and Bendigo Country Week for the LDCA. As well he served on the LDCA committee of management, running the bar and function rooms and assisting with events like the LDCA Centenary and West Indies match. For Town he was a committee person for many years, serving as vice president for 10 years.

Gary was the opening batsman for Town in all grades who enjoyed playing all teams especially OMK and Koonwarra, whom he had consistent success against.

He still remembers the bruises earned against Chris McRae and Brian Salmon. Individual highlights have been premierships won in A, B, U/16s and Zone 11.

His top scores are 125 in A Grade against OMK, 166 in B Grade against OMK, 128 against Korumburra in C Grade and 122 against MDU in D Grade. A great Town stalwart.

Under 16s 20/20 champions: back from left, Tom Evans, Jack Ballagh, Zac Fiddelaers, Liam Bourke, Riley Smith, Kevin McGavin and Kristian Gray (coach); front from left, Brayden Pickersgill, Lachie Wright, Jack Ginnane, Tim Sauvarin, Blake Moscript and Louis Riseley. The boys were too good for a valiant Workmens team when they clashed on Sunday. Nerrena triumphed over Imperials in the Under 14s game.

C Grade, Division 1 IMPERIALS def by POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Poowong-Loch 4/369 (cc) 1st innings Imperials D. Pellin c. M. Hancock b. M. Loader.........................25 B. Casbolt b. N. Hancock.........34 N. Hodges c&b. N. Hancock ...10 R. Murray c. M. Hancock b. N. Hancock ........................0 T. Cashin c. S. Head b. G. Knox ............................82 P. McGavin c. A. Fisher b. G. Knox ............................10 S. Bentley b. A. Fisher ...............0 D. Ginnane c. S. Dinger b. S. McKinnon ......................0 G. Wright c&b. G. Knox ............7 G. Price n.o. .............................21 T. Shanahan b. A. Dixon ..........13 Extras ......................................13 Total .......................................214 Bowling: S. McKinnon 1/44, M. Loader 1/24, N. Hancock 3/37, S. Head 0/25, A. Fisher 1/34, G. Knox 3/29, M. Lambe 0/14, A. Dixon 1/6.

2nd innings Poowong-Loch A. Fisher c&b. P. McGavin ......32 M. Loader c. B. Casbolt b. T. Cashin ............................6

Soccer Stars continue to grow SOUTH Coast Stars Soccer Club will field an Under 13 team for the first time this year after a

successful Come and Try Day in Inverloch last Sunday.

The club had a great turnout of keen potential soccer players and expect

more to join up in the coming weeks.

The club sided teams in Under 7s, 9s and 11s in the Gippsland Soccer League South Division in 2011, and added both Senior Men’s

Young soccer stars: the South Coast Stars Soccer Club had a great Come and Try Day on Sunday and expect to field an Under 13 team for the first time this year.

and Women’s in 2012.

Club president Gene Parini said he was excited to add yet another team to the club this year after a great Come and Try event.

“It’s been a good start to get the word out there and it will be great to have our own team of younger kids in the local town,” he said.

“It’s certainly promising and for anyone else who is interested we’ll be holding weekly sessions after Easter before the season begins in mid-April.”

Mr Parini said the Come and Try days were a great chance for children to come along and see if they like the sport with no obligation to sign up and play.

The Stars currently play home games at the Outtrim Recreation Reserve, but hope to relocate to Thompson Reserve in Inverloch once drainage works have been completed.

Anyone wanting more information about playing can contact Mr Parini on 0428 358 335, email soccer@southcoaststar.com. au or visit www.southcoaststars.com.au.

R. Attenborough n.o. ................34 M. Hancock c. T. Cashin b. T. Shanahan ......................29 A. Dixon n.o...............................0 Extras ........................................8 Total .............................3/109 (cc) Bowling: S. Bentley 0/21, G. Price 0/7, T. Cashin 1/20, P. McGavin 1/23, T. Shanahan 1/20, D. Pellin 0/13.

NERRENA d KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 99 1st innings Nerrena T. Renden b. S. Ashenden ........19 G. Giliam c. P. Coleman b. S. Ashenden......................46 B. Croatto b. A. Blackney ........38

B. Standfield n.o.....................106 W. Telfer b. D. Halliday ...........16 S. Gaddam n.o. ...........................0 Extras ......................................25 Total .......................... 4/250 (dec) Bowling: I. Brown 0/28, S. Ashenden 2/93, A. Newsome 0/51, G. Burchell 0/25, A. Blackney 1/26, D. Halliday 1/17.

2nd innings Kilcunda-Bass I. Brown c. T. Renden b. M. Trotto ..........................22 D. Halliday n.o. ........................60 P. Coleman c. b. D. Campbell .. 11 S. Ashenden c. b. D. Grigg.........1 G. Burchell n.o. ........................36 A. Blackney b. K. Clark .............1 Extras ......................................14 Total ....................................4/145

Bowling: K. Clark 1/14, D. Grigg 1/6, W. Telfer 0/33, M. Trotto 1/18, D. Campbell 1/22, B. Standfield 0/13, G. Wightman 0/5, S. Gaddam 0/6, B. Croatto 0/16, T. Renden 0/1, G. Giliam 0/6.

INVERLOCH d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Inverloch 219 1st innings Phillip Island Extras ......................................17 Total .......................................197 Bowling: D. Jones 2/58, W. Williams 3/58, S. Hayes 3/47, S. Saldanha 1/21, L. Keily 1/9.

WON MINERS v TOWN Lost on forfeit

C Grade, Division 2

KORUMBURRA d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Korumburra 9/217 1st innings Phillip Island J. Johnston lbw. b. J. Scott .......10 J. Keating c. M. Fearnley b. J. Scott ................................6 R. Purcell c. b. S. Blogg ...........13 B. Insall c. b. T. Gray ...............42 G. Taylor b. S. Blogg .................9 M. Taylor c. b. I. Riddell ..........18 L. Papa r.o. ...............................14 C. O’Neill c. b. S. Blogg ..........15 G. Excell b. J. Scott..................21 J. Taylor n.o. ...............................0 Extras ......................................30 Total ....................................9/179 Bowling: S. Hall 0/37, J. Scott 3/28, D. Fearnley 0/12, S. Blogg 3/56, I. Riddell 1/20, T. Gray 1/21.

2nd innings Korumburra M. Fernley n.o. .........................21 B. Condolucci lbw. b. J. Johnston ........................21 D. Fearnley c. b. J. Johnston ....18 Extras ........................................8 Total ......................................2/68 Bowling: L. Papa 0/25, J. Johnston 2/35.

MDU BLUE def by FOSTER 1st innings Foster 4/427 (cc) 1st innings MDU Blue G. Jones b. J. Pilkington.............7 N. Grayden c. T. Byrnes b. P. Jervies.............................6 B. McKnight c. T. Byrnes b. J. Pilkington .......................0

B. Thomas c. T. Garvey b. G. Collis ...........................43 S. Sinclair b. G. Collis .............43 L. Harrington c. S. Chaseling b. A. Starret ............................1 C. Dyke r.o. ................................2 J. Brown c. T. Vanin b. B. Cripps ..........................17 C. Olden n.o. ............................14 K. Newton c. B. Cripps ..............6 K. Brown b. P. Jervies ................2 Extras ......................................35 Total .......................................176 Bowling: P. Jervies 2/38, J. Pilkington 2/22, J. Chaseling 0/39, A. Starret 1/40, G. Collis 2/15, B. Cripps 2/18.

KOONWARRA-RSL d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Glen Alvie 96 1st innings Koonwarra-RSL K. Thorne r.o. .............................9 B. Pickersgill n.o. ................... 211 N. Summers c. b. P. Palmer......52 L. Gale c. J. Hamilton b. J. Hull ...............................47 P. Kennedy c. b. G. Chisholm ..33 M. Clarke n.o. ............................4 Extras ......................................33 Total ....................................4/388 Bowling: B. Davidson 0/40, M. Hull 0/51, P. Palmer 1/49, J. Hull 1/42, J. Hamilton 0/30, B. McRae 0/62, R. Matthews 0/57, G. Chisholm 1/21, D. Hateley 0/18.

OMK d MDU RED 1st innings OMK 218 1st innings MDU Red N. Hill c. M. Gow b. M. Chizzonitti ..................... 49 K. Sinclair b. D. Wylie.................. 2 J. Riley b. D. Wylie ....................... 0 B. Davey b. M. Hems ................. 30 P. Robinson c. C. Walker b. G. Adams ............................... 4 T. Bright b. D. Wylie................... 11 L. Mercer c. D. Wylie b. M. Chizzonitti ....................... 8 D. Tuckett b. D. Wylie .................. 3 G. Peters c. M. Gow b. D. Wylie................................. 0 B. Coulter b. D. Wylie ................ 11 S. Opray n.o................................... 0 Extras.......................................... 12 Total .......................................... 131 Bowling: D. Wylie 6/30, G. Adams 1/30, M. Hems 1/35, G. Snow 0/13, M. Chizzonitti 2/20 2nd innings OMK G. Adams lbw. b. L. Mercer ......... 6 C. Walker b. B. Coulter............... 10 D. Wylie stp. G. Peters b. P. Robinson.......................... 37 M. Hems n.o. ............................... 56 M. Gow n.o. .................................. 0 Extras............................................ 7 Total ....................................... 3/116 Bowling: J. Riley 0/15, L. Mercer 1/11, B. Coulter 1/15, K. Sinclair 0/13, D. Tuckett 0/16, S. Opray 0/23, N. Hill 0/14, P. Robinson 1/3, G. Peters 0/0.

Go Red Caps: Nerrena are set for finals in A1 after a win over OMK on Saturday. Photo by Mark Drury.

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McRae steers MDU to victory MDU’s Simon McRae has recorded his best batting performance of the season with a brilliant 132 run stand, helping to steer his team to victory against a competitive Phillip Island.

The next top scorer for the Demons was Browne, with 52.

OMK opener Russell White could not rescue his team from defeat by Nerrena, despite a fabulous 151.

He was well supported by fellow opener Rose, who made 47. Both batsmen were bowled by various Hoys.

OMK’s James Paterson was still standing at the end of play, with a fantastic 50 not out.

Inverloch has cruised to victory against Workmens, with Nathan Brayley leading the charge with a slashing 96. Brayley fell short of his ton, but played an aggressive innings that included 17 boundaries.

Sharrock also put in a good effort with 36 runs.

The win came despite two stellar bowling performances from Workmens’ McGuirk (3/66) and McLean (3/36).

Wonthaggi Miners triumphed by 26 runs against Glen Alvie, with Adam Warren standing tall on his way to an unbeaten 115. The mammoth knock featured 17 4s and three 6s.

He was well backed by several other Miners batsmen, including Harmer (44) and Loos (41). Glen Alvie had many bowlers who did well, the best of them Schreck 2/45.

WON WORKMENS def by INVERLOCH 1st innings Won Workmens 169 1st innings Inverloch L. Sharrock c. R. Geyer b. A. McLean........................36 J. Rankin r.o. ..............................0 N. Brayley c. C. Harvey b. M. McCall ........................96 S. Brayley c. C. Harvey b. L. McGuirk ......................37 N. Goodall c. M. Thomas b. L. McGuirk ......................10 B. Sword c. C. Harvey b. M. McCall ........................16 L. Anderson n.o. .........................7 J.A. Dalmau c. R. Geyer b. M. McCall ..........................0 J.P. Dalmau c. Z. Macdermid b. L. McGuirk ........................9 A. Hall b. A. McLean .................7 J. Ritchie b. A. McLean .............0 Extras ......................................25 Total .......................................242 Bowling: L. McGuirk 3/66, M. McCall 2/81, A. McLean 3/36, Z. Macdermid 0/40, A. Yann 0/2, M. Thomas 0/9.

GLEN ALVIE def by WON MINERS 1st innings Glen Alvie 300 1st innings Won Miners D. Loos b. N. George .................1 A. Warren c. J. Wheeler b. L. McRae........................ 115 S. Webster c. N. George b. D. Williams ......................23 J. Andrighetto c. B. Andrighetto b. J. Wheeler.........................30 A. Jagoe r.o. ...............................2

P. Harmer c. D. Williams b. A. Schreck ........................44 P. Loos c. D. Tiziani b. E. Chandler ......................41 R. Jones c. A. Schreck b. M. Greenway....................34 R. Bettess c. J. Bowler b. B. Andrighetto ..................21 J. Loos b. A. Schreck .................2 P. Owen n.o. ...............................4 Extras ........................................9 Total .......................................326 Bowling: M. Greenway 1/77, N. George 1/83, D. Williams 1/46, A. Schreck 2/45, L. McRae 1/15, J. Wheeler 1/32, E. Chandler 1/13, B. Andrighetto 1/10.

OMK def by NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena 7/447 (cc) 1st innings OMK A. Rose c. L. Roberts b. J. Hoy ...............................47 R. White b. J. Hoy ..................151 J. Greenwood lbw. b. D. Trotman .......................15 J. Cochrane r.o..........................28 J. Paterson n.o. .........................50 Extras ......................................37 Total ....................................4/328 Bowling: Z. Trease 0/49, A. Trotto 0/69, J. Hoy 1/50, J. Hoy 1/47, D. Trotman 1/52, S. Helms 0/42.

MDU d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island 7/272 (cc) 1st innings MDU C. Harris c. M. Price b. A. Thomas ..........................6 D. Sinclair c. A. Finlayson b. M. Price ..............................1

Brayden Pickersgill: the 15 year old Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL pocket rocket smashes another boundary on his way to a stunning 211 not out on Saturday in C2. Photo by Mark Drury.

J. Sinclair c. L. Keating b. J. Cox ...............................16 S. McRae n.o. .........................132 T. Zukovskis c. A. Finlayson b. P. Francis ..........................27 L. Corry c. L. Keating b. B. Young.............................2 D. Thomas b. A. Thomas .........13 M. Olden c&b. M. Price.............3 S. Browne b. B. Young.............52 T. Sinclair c. T. Officer

EVANS PETROLEUM Round 14 - March 2 & 9

v v v v

WANTED

Away Team

Ground

Umpire

Inverloch Imperials Nerrena Won Miners

Outt Rec Cowes Butch W Kor Rec

K. Lester T. Rogers A. Jordan L. White

v Poowong-Loc v Glen Alvie v Foster v Town

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P. Absolom S. Lanyon M. Heenan C. Salmon

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Won Workmens Glen Alvie OMK MDU

Nerr Newh I Turf Won Rec

I. Thomas A. Roberts A. Stride G. Wyatt

v v v v

Imperials Fish Ck-Tarwin Kilcunda-Bass Korumburra

Kor Rec McMhn Koon Rec WC 1

TBA TBA TBA Wk1 B. Bek Wk2 G. Laird

Grade C1 Won Miners v Phillip Island Won Nth TBA Town v Inverloch WC 2 N. Hill Kilcunda-Bass v Imperials Bass Rec2 B. Allan Poowong-Loch v Nerrena Loch Rec M. Wishart Grade C2 Foster v Won Workmens FGC TBA Phillip Island v Koonwarra-RSL Rhyll TBA Glen Alvie v Korumburra Glen A TBA MDU Blue v OMK Meen TBA MDU Red v Bye All umpires of panel are required to attend meeting on Tuesday, March 12 at Bairs Hotel, Leongatha re finals arrangements and to collect balls etc.

B Grade, Division 2 KILCUNDA-BASS def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 255 1st innings Won Workmens S. Brann lbw. b. R. Duff.........100 I. Barnes c. b. S. Blake .............87 C. Smith c. b. J. Tregear .............4 L. McLean c. b. J. Tregear .......95 S. Morison c. b. J. Tregear .......54 S. Roche c. b. J. Tregear.............5 K. Brann n.o. ..............................4 S. Coldebella n.o. .......................5 Extras ......................................12 Total ....................................6/366 Bowling: R. Duff 1/42, T. Smith 0/39, S. Blake 1/43, J. Tregear 4/97, H. Grace 0/34, S. Shelton 0/58, T. Aplin 0/9, D. O’Neill 0/10, R. Gardiner 0/32.

KORUMBURRA d OMK 1st innings OMK 4/321

1st innings Korumburra A. McKinnon c.........................23 R. Webster c. ............................25 K. Rigby c. ...............................48 C. Smith b. ...............................46 T. Jenkin c. .................................6 T. Allen n.o. ............................103 M. Olden c. ................................9 N. Allen c. ................................12 B. Grabham c. ..........................41 T. Scott n.o. ................................3 Extras ......................................29 Total ....................................8/344 Bowling: G. Lomagno 0/74, T. Eustace 3/83, N. Audino 2/41, C. O’Brien 0/33, N. Creed 1/52, T. Miller 2/15, D. Wylie 0/20.

FISH CREEK-TARWIN def by KOONWARRA-RSL 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin 113 1st innings Koonwarra-RSL C. Moscript c. G. Webster b. J. Pouw .............................16 L. Enter b. M. Van Boven ........12 J. Moore c. M. Bright b. J. Pouw ...............................4 S. Moore c. b. G. Buckland......48 N. Grimes b. M. Van Boven .......0 D. O’Connor n.o. .....................56 Extras .......................................28 Total .......................... 5/164 (dec) Bowling: J. Pouw 2/31, C. Bawden 0/52, M. Van Boven 2/23, L. Buckland 0/16, G. Buckland 1/25.

2nd innings Fish Creek-Tarwin G. Webster lbw. b. N. Arnup ....15 H. Buckland c. N. Grimes b. N. Arnup.............................5 A. Hamilton c. B. Moscript b. N. Arnup.............................3 M. Bright c. D. O’Connor b. P. Dower .............................4 J. Pouw stp. D. O’Connor b. E. Charles .........................41 G. Buckland lbw. b. S. Turner ....2

M. Van Boven b. S. Turner.........0 C. Bawden lbw. b. S. Turner ......0 T. Stybosh b. S. Turner...............0 L. Buckland c&b. E. Charles .....5 Extras ........................................6 Total .........................................81 Bowling: N. Arnup 3/10, P. Dower 1/33, N. Grimes 0/25, S. Turner 4/5, E. Charles 2/5.

2nd innings Koonwarra-RSL C. Moscript n.o. .........................8 B. Moscript c. M. Bright b. T. Stybosh...........................0 E. Charles n.o. ..........................19 Extras ........................................6 Total ......................................1/33 Bowling: A. Hamilton 0/7, T. Stybosh 1/11, L. Buckland 0/5, H. Buckland 0/6.

IMPERIALS def by TOWN 1st innings Imperials 174 1st innings Town J. Withers c. A. Hosking b. Z. Price ...............................5 M. Wilson c. G. Forrester b. R. McGavin ......................26 M. Smith c. b. G. Forrester ......63 D. Burge b. R. McGavin ............2 W. Turner r.o. .............................2 J. Burge c. S. Vagg b. R. Higgins ........................66 S. Fixter c. A. Hosking b. G. Forrester ........................0 J. Schelling c. Z. Price b. T. Sauvarin .........................9 D. Goss n.o...............................34 J. Bolge c. b. R. McGavin ..........7 S. Clark c. R. Higgins b. P. McCaughan ....................0 Extras ......................................46 Total .......................................259 Bowling: Z. Price 1/46, R. McGavin 3/43, K. McGavin 0/9, G. Forrester 2/34, P. McCaughan 1/30, T. Sauvarin 1/42, R. Higgins 1/29, J. Forrester 0/2.

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Fish Creek Tarwin capitulated in both innings, with a string of ducks in the second leaving them with just 81. Pouw made more than half that score with 41.

In the team’s defence, they did face a concerted bowling assault, with Arnup (3/10), Turner (4/5) and Charles (2/5) all putting in great, economical performances.

Town was in top form when the team took on Imperials.

Town batsmen Smith (63) and Burge (66) were in good form, while Goss was also hitting the ball well (34 not out).

Best of the Imperials bowlers was McGavin with 3/43.

UNDER 11, UNDER 12 & UNDER 13

CLOSING DATE: 26/03/2013

MEENIYAN & DISTRICT NETBALL CLUB REGISTRATION & UNIFORM FITTING

Tuesday March 5, 4.30pm Meeniyan Recreation Reserve Netball courts Ages 11 & under to adult

Enquiries: Nena Caithness 5664 2387 ST LAURENCE NETBALL CLUB We are seeking players/coaches for the 2013 season, all grades, juniors and seniors.

Registration/uniform fitting will be held on

WED., FEB. 27 & WED. MAR 6 between 4pm and 6pm at LDNA rooms All Welcome Enquiries: Jane Wright 5662 4950 STL2610003

Leongatha Table Tennis New Autumn Season Competition A Grade: Starts Feb 26, Tuesday evenings at 7pm.

A Reserve: Starts March13., Wednesday evenings at 7pm.

B Grade: Starts March 14, Thursdays 5pm.

Keenages: Every Tuesday & Thursday 9am - 12noon.

Where: Leongatha Table Tennis Ass. Club Rooms, Leongatha Recreation Reserve, Yarragon Road Leongatha

Slow start: Korumburra’s Ricky Webster gets bat to ball against OMK on Saturday, but Korumburra were slow to get runs on the board.

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Korumburra chased down OMK, with solid team performances from a crowd of willing batsmen. Best of the lot was Trevor Allen with 103 not out. Rigby (48), Smith (46) and Grabham (41) were also good.

OMK bowler Thomas Eustace took 3/83, while Tim Miller claimed 2/15.

Koonwarra Leongatha RSL has bashed its way to outright victory over Fish Creek Tarwin, courtesy of two aggressive batting performances by Moore (48) and O’Connor (56 not out).

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments

Home team Grade A1 OMK Phillip Island Won Workmens Korumburra Grade A2 Fish Ck-Tarwin MDU Kilcunda-Bass Koonwarra-RSL Grade B1 Nerrena Phillip Island Inverloch Won Miners Grade B2 OMK Won Workmens Koonwarra-RSL Town

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Workmen stand tall

McLean (95) and Morrison (54) also played their parts well, helping to amass a big total.

Tregear was the best of Killy Bass bowlers, with

Bowling: M. Price 2/45, A. Thomas 2/50, S. Niven 0/6, J. Cox 2/46, T. Officer 0/21, P. Francis 1/45, B. Young 2/61.

INTERLEAGUE COACHES

• B Grade Division 2

SLASHING performances by Wonthaggi Workmens batsmen saw the team triumph over Kilcunda Bass.

A brilliant partnership by Steven Brann (100) and Ian Barnes (87) off 184 gave the team a fabulous start.

b. J. Cox .................................0 S. Riley n.o...............................14 Extras ......................................19 Total .............................9/285 (cc)

To Register / Enquiries: Tammy Holwerda 56 640 178 or 0427 681 480 or Ian Rasmussen 56 625 578

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Door opens for Inverloch WONTHAGGI Workmens went down to Inverloch on the weekend in A1 cricket to inflict the season’s second defeat for the Workers and open the door for a top two spot for Inverloch.

Despite the loss Workers still sit on top of the ladder and won’t surrender this before finals. OMK is second and Inverloch third but Inverloch is now breathing down the neck of the Diggers after OMK lost to Nerrena on the weekend.

Entering the final round of cricket it will be a thrilling contest as OMK hosts Inverloch this Saturday at Outtrim which will be crucial for both sides’ chances of finishing second and going into the finals with the edge.

On Saturday Workers all out 208 didn’t get anywhere near the 6/300 which Inverloch scored the previous week.

Opener David Britt’s duck saw Workers on the back foot already at 1/0. The other opener in Tim Hooper made a patient knock of 55. The middle order all got good starts but no-one stayed on to make the 100 that was required. Gavin Britt scored 24, Ryan G Thomas 23 and Daniel Turton 47 but Inverloch’s bowlers turned the screws and it was all over.

Nathan Cant’s 3/41 was the best of the wicket-takers.

As expected Nerrena 277 triumphed over OMK 121. The Red Caps’ Damien Symmons with 68 and Paul Matheson on 74 put the issue beyond doubt.

Nerrena is in the four but face Workers this week.

Nerrena should hold fourth even if they lose, however mathematically two other teams have outside chances.

Imperials scored 227 in reply to the Miners’ 8/333.

Opener Gary Sauvarin made 37 with six batsmen making into the 20s but unable to go on. Foon, Birkett and Johnson took three apiece for the Miners.

The final match was decided last week, with Korumburra collecting the points.

Details WON MINERS d IMPERIALS 1st innings Won Miners 8/333 (cc) 1st innings Imperials G. Sauvarin c. C. Thomas b. M. Johnson .......................37 A. Meyer b. R. Birkett ...............0 L. Rogers lbw. b. B. Foon ........15 N. Eddy c. B. Foon b. M. Johnson .......................26 T. Williams b. B. Foon .............21 B. Davidson b. A. Donohue .....26 J. Rushton c. G. Kent b. M. Johnson .........................0 M. Lafferty b. B. Foon .............27 J. Ginnane b. R. Birkett............21 K. Gray b. R. Birkett ................29 L. Wright n.o. .............................1 Extras ......................................24 Total .......................................227 Bowling: B. Foon 3/47, R. Birkett 3/43, M. Johnson 3/74, G. Peters 0/20, A. Donohue 1/27.

INVERLOCH d WON WORKMENS 1st innings Inverloch 6/300 (cc) 1st innings Won Workmens T. Hooper b. N. Cant ................55 D. Britt c. W. Taberner b. K. Rotthier..........................0 S. Huitema c. b. L. Rankin .......14 G. Britt c. M. Anderson b. N. Cant .............................24 R. Thomas c. M. Anderson b. K. Rotthier........................23 D. Turton b. D. Clark ...............47 C. Harvey b. N. Cant..................1 G. Bolding c. R. Thomas b. M. Anderson.....................12 J. Thomas r.o. ...........................15 A. Lang b. R. Thomas ................0 J. Liddle n.o.............................. 11 Extras ........................................6 Total .......................................208 Bowling: R. Thomas 1/32, K. Rotthier 2/33, L. Rankin 1/22, D. Clark 1/53, N. Cant 3/41, M. Anderson 1/24.

NERRENA d OMK 1st innings OMK 121 1st innings Nerrena M. Clark b. J. Wilson ...............15 C.Friebe lbw. b. B. Wyatt ........33 R. Clark b. ..................................0 D. Symmons b. B. Wyatt..........68 G. Murphy c. P. Dyer b. J. Van Rooye ......................1 T. Wightman b. A. Jenkins .......44 T. Trotman lbw. b. P. Dell ..........0 P. Matheson c. P. Dyer b. B. Wyatt ...........................74 T. Davison n.o. ...........................0 C. Salmon c. D. Jeffries b. J. Van Rooye ....................27 J. Trease c. P. Dell b. D. Jeffries ...........................0 Extras ......................................15 Total .......................................277 Bowling: A. Jenkins 2/54, R. Greaves 0/0, P. Dell 1/57, B. Wyatt 3/43, J. Wilson 1/22, D. Jeffries 1/39, J. Van Rooye 2/32, K. Kerr 0/18.

PHILLIP ISLAND def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings Phillip Island 9/262 (cc)

Pink stumps game: OMK’s George Lomagno sends one down the pitch to Korumburra’s Ricky Webster on Saturday.

Season 51 for Leongatha table tennis

A PRACTICE night will be held on Tuesday, February 26 for all players so that teams can be selected.

If you cannot be there then let Tammy (5664 0178) know that you intend to play.

A Grade will commence its season on Tuesday, March 5 with A Reserve starting on Wednesday, March 13.

It would be great to see some of our previous players, old and not so old, return to play to help us celebrate our 50th anniversary which we are celebrating on April 20 and 21 this year with a dinner at Leongatha RSL rooms on the Saturday and an open day at our centre on Sunday.

Watch your local papers for more details on this. Get those dusty old bats out of the cupboard and come and have a go.

We have a number of very talented young players for you to try

out against; they would appreciate a challenge.

We are holding our annual general meeting on Monday March 4 at 7.30pm at the centre. We need as many as possible to attend this very important meeting so come along and have your say into the future of Table tennis in Leongatha.

On Wednesday, March 6 we are hosting the Young Farmers Club members to have a good warm up before they hold their monthly meeting.

Mary MacKillop College students have started their fortnightly visits on Wednesday afternoons and they have some very promising players amongst their members.

Our Keen-Ager group have had a few visitors of late, coming from Hong Kong, Sydney and Coburg.

Visitors and new players are always welcome to our regular Tuesday and Thursday sessions from 9am till noon.

Further information from Ian on 5662 5578.

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.

Have it in: Kris Kerr gets a throw in for OMK on Saturday.

Photo by Mark Drury.

• A GRADE DIVISION TWO

Watkins’ lead the way for Fishy-Tarwin h T i GRAEME and Matt Watkins scored brilliantly to lead Fish Creek/Tarwin to victory over Foster.

Graeme scored 144 runs including 16 fours and 3 sixes to dominate with the bat. Matt made 60 runs to share in a partnership of 176 runs.

Fishy/Tarwin scored 7/289 to defeat the Tigers 6/277.

Frazer Griggs was the best of the Foster bowlers with 3/43.

Top team Town as expected scored 310 in reply to MDU’s 197 to win this match well.

Nathan Johnston continued from his start last week to make a fine 70. Madura Weerasinghe Silva made 62 whilst Ash Hickey down the order flung the bat with 72 including 12 fours and 1 six. Three wickets apiece were taken by Tim Harris and Steven Arnup for United. MDU was sent in again and finished on 7/69.

Kilcunda/Bass 235 bowled out Poowong/Loch for just 138. James Mahood was the destroyer here, taking 4/36 for Killy/Bass. Poowong/Loch’s Mitchell Adderley made 51.

Kilcunda/Bass went in for its second innings and made 4/215 with Ashley Larcombe making 73.

In the final match Glen Alvie 250 was too good for Koonwarra RSL 178. When the in-form Sam Hughes was dismissed for a duck it was downhill for the Cougars although the other opener in N. Toms stuck around to finish one short of his half century

and Sam Sperling made 53 not out. Steven Coppell took 3/41 for Glen Alvie.

Matches this weekend are crucial in the make-up of the four. Kilcunda/Bass fifth should defeat bottom team Foster and will make the finals if they win. The other match is the contest between MDU third and Glen Alvie fourth; the loser to drop out of the finals. So an all-important last round for these teams.

Details POOWONG-LOCH def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 235 1st innings Poowong-Loch C. Knox lbw. b. B. Egeberg......... 7 S. Magnusson stp. S. Oates b. J. Mahood ..........................28 V. Rawat b. B. Egeberg ............... 0 R. Carvill c. S. Oates b. P. Matthews.......................... 3 M. Adderley c. D. Pipicelli b. P. Matthews........................51 N. Findlay c. A. Larcombe b. J. Mahood ............................ 2 R. Knox b. A. Oats ....................18 S. Jenkins stp. S. Oates b. J. Mahood ..........................14 G. Birnie n.o. ............................... 7 T. Hancock b. A. Oats.................. 4 Extras .......................................... 4 Total.........................................138 Bowling: D. Pipicelli 0/12, B. Egeberg 2/10, P. Matthews 1/20, A. Oats 2/34, J. Dakin 0/26, J. Mahood 4/36.

2nd innings Kilcunda-Bass A. Larcombe c&b. R. Knox ......73 A. Oats c. b. G. Birnie ...............47 J. Dakin c. b. V. Rawat ..............36 P. Palmer c. C. Knox b. V. Rawat .............................20 S. Oates n.o. ...............................22 T. Miller n.o. ................................ 7 Extras ........................................10 Total.............................. 4/215 (cc) Bowling: N. Findlay 0/29, T. Hancock 0/29, G. Birnie 1/49, S. Jenkins 0/35, V. Rawat 2/38, R.

Knox 1/27.

GLEN ALVIE d KOONWARRA-RSL 1st innings Glen Alvie 250 1st innings Koonwarra-RSL S. Hughes b. S. Coppell............... 0 N. Toms lbw. b. S. Coppell........49 C. Wise c. R. Arestia b. S. Coppell ............................ 2 B. Moscript c. R. Arestia b. D. Hales ............................... 7 B. Anderson c. J. Hales b. R. Bolding..........................20 D. Pearce c. R. Arestia b. D. Hales ............................... 6 S. Sperling n.o. ..........................53 J. Hughes c&b. J. Glen ................ 0 B. Thomas b. J. Glen ................... 4 J. Kennedy r.o. ...........................10 Extras ........................................27 Total.........................................178 Bowling: S. Coppell 3/41, D. Hales 2/33, D. Gilbert 0/7, J. Hales 0/13, R. Bolding 1/41, A. Hamilton 0/16, J. Glen 2/8.

2nd innings Glen Alvie R. Arestia c. b. J. Kennedy .......... 3 D. Hales c. J. Hughes b. C. Wise................................. 2 D. Gilbert n.o. ............................26 D. Tiziani b. J. Kennedy .............. 0 A. Hamilton c. S. Sperling b. J. Kennedy ........................... 0 S. Coppell n.o. ............................. 4 Extras .......................................... 8 Total.................................4/43 (cc) Bowling: J. Kennedy 3/7, C. Wise 1/30.

FOSTER def by FISH CREEK-TARWIN 1st innings Foster 6/277 1st innings Fish Creek-Tarwin J. Danckert b. F. Griggs .............18 V. Kedamath c. b. F. Griggs ........ 2 J. Law c. F. Griggs b. G. Tanner ...........................37 J. Buckland b. F. Griggs .............. 0 G. Watkins c. T. Smith b. J. Prain .............................144 M. Watkins c. S. Jeffery b. J. Prain ...............................60 S. Rabbitt c. R. Dower b. S. Jeffery .............................. 3 C. Fisher n.o................................. 9 D. Britton n.o. .............................. 0

Extras ........................................16 Total.............................. 7/289 (cc) Bowling: F. Griggs 3/43, R. Johnston 0/49, J. Prain 2/72, G. Tanner 1/59, S. Lanyon 0/19, S. Jeffery 1/33, T. Smith 0/4.

TOWN d MDU 1st innings MDU 197 1st innings Town J. O’Loughlin c. C. Hoober b. M. Cantwell ......................... 0 N. Johnston lbw. b. M. Patching........................70 M. Borschman r.o. .....................35 M. Weerasinghe-Silva b. S. Arnup .............................62 B. Moore c. M. Martin b. T. Harris .............................13 M. Borschman c. W. Prosser b. T. Harris ............................... 4 C. Bruce c. M. Martin b. S. Arnup .............................31 A. Hickey c. C. Hoober b. T. Harris .............................72 J. Hume c. R. Olden b. S. Arnup ............................... 5 M. Davies n.o. ............................. 0 Extras ........................................18 Total.........................................310 Bowling: T. Harris 3/92, M. Cantwell 1/11, S. Arnup 3/52, M. Patching 1/35, M. Le Page 0/63, R. Olden 0/43.

2nd innings MDU C. Le Page c. J. Hume b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva .......18 R. Olden c. J. Hume b. N. Johnston .......................... 0 T. Harris c. J. Burge (sub) b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ......... 4 M. Cantwell c. J. Hume b. M. Borschman ..................... 5 M. Martin c. C. Bruce b. M. Borschman ..................... 2 W. Prosser c. B. Moore b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva .......20 M. Le Page n.o........................... 11 S. Arnup c. J. O’Loughlin b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ......... 4 C. Hoober n.o. ............................. 0 Extras .......................................... 5 Total........................................7/69 Bowling: N. Johnston 1/13, M. Borschman 2/13, M. Weerasinghe-Silva 4/18, A. Hickey 0/8, J. O’Loughlin 0/14.

Tigers, Tarwin and trees LDCA ladders THE worlds of football and Landcare will collide on Friday March 1, with the Tarwin Football and Netball Club and Tarwin Landcare group hosting a community tree planting day.

The day is the outcome of the 2012 Inaugural Richmond Football Club Landcare Grant; a grant that was awarded to Tarwin Landcare Group and Tarwin Football/Netball Club to undertake vegetation works at the Tarwin Recreation Reserve. The value of the grant was $5000.

Everyone in the local community is invited to join students from the Tarwin Lower Primary School and Richmond Football Club to plant 500 native trees.

The tree planting will kick off at 2pm, with a barbecue

following in the afternoon for volunteers.

Local Landcare Project officer Kathleen Bartlett said; “The day is a fantastic celebration of the local community.”

“We are very grateful that the Richmond Football Club has supported us with the first ever Richmond Football Club Landcare Grant, this great initiative is not only to improve the environment in the area, but also celebrate the Tarwin Landcare Group and Tarwin Sharks Football and Netball Club.

“This day will be a perfect example of how Landcare brings communities together to get work done and have fun.”

For further details or to arrange an interview or photo opportunity prior to the event please contact Kathleen Bartlett on 5662 5759.

A Grade Division 1 Won Workmens ...............191.49 OMK.................................155.44 Inverloch ..........................151.16 Nerrena ............................127.09 Korumburra .......................109.37 Phillip Island .....................106.53 Imperials .............................96.63 Won Miners .........................72.84 A Grade Division 2 Town .................................214.35 Koonwarra-RSL..............184.92 MDU .................................136.97 Glen Alvie.........................132.29 Kilcunda-Bass ...................126.54 Fish Creek-Tarwin............. 119.18 Poowong-Loch ....................56.59 Foster...................................52.75 B Grade Division 1 Won Workmens ...............189.56 OMK.................................162.01 Nerrena ............................150.30 Inverloch ..........................145.15 MDU ................................. 119.15 Phillip Island ..................... 115.02 Won Miners .........................86.37 Glen Alvie ...........................47.63 B Grade Division 2 Town .................................202.03 OMK.................................138.54 Koonwarra-RSL..............134.01 Korumburra ....................122.80 Won Workmens ................. 116.12

Kilcunda-Bass ...................109.79 Imperials .............................96.03 Fish Creek-Tarwin...............77.66 C Grade Division 1 Inverloch ..........................161.56 Phillip Island....................153.07 Nerrena ............................148.47 Poowong-Loch .................140.83 Town..................................135.52 Imperials ...........................131.90 Kilcunda-Bass .....................56.91 Won Miners .........................27.08 C Grade Division 2 Foster................................168.55 Koonwarra-RSL..............132.12 MDU Red .........................131.49 OMK.................................124.84 Phillip Island ..................... 115.84 Won Workmens ................. 114.26 Korumburra .........................86.90 MDU Blue...........................62.17 Glen Alvie ...........................45.79 Under 16 Won Workmens ...............124.58 Imperials .......................... 112.23 Fish Creek-Tarwin ..........102.64 Korumburra ......................96.47 MDU ...................................94.87 Kilcunda-Bass .....................77.29 Inverloch .............................61.66 Phillip Island .......................50.14 Won Miners .........................29.89 Poowong-Loch ....................27.42

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Burra cricket goes pink

PINK was the colour of the day at Korumburra last Saturday when the Cobras raised money for the McGrath Foundation.

The cricketers from both B2 sides, Korumburra and OMK, donned pink hats to match pink pads and stumps, with the umpire even getting involved and swapping his white hat for a pink one.

A Pink Stumps Day luncheon was held in conjunction with the special game, with 75 people attending the function.

Special guest and guest speaker at the event was breast cancer survivor Catherine Matthews from Leongatha, who is an ambassador for the McGrath Foundation.

The club raised an impressive $3200 for the charity, while the Cobras also brought home the win on the day.

Pink cricketers: Korumburra Cobras’ B2 side were proud to wear pink in honour of the McGrath Foundation on Saturday.

• Wonthaggi table tennis

Heitor makes the academy squad FOURTEEN-year-old Wonthaggi player Heitor Hilberto has been selected in the squad for the 2013 Gippsland Sports Academy Table Tennis program.

Pink Stumps Day: Korumburra Cobras president Darren Scott and his wife Samantha welcomed guest speaker and McGrath Foundation Ambassador Catherine Matthews (centre) to their fundraiser on Saturday.

He joins two players from Bairnsdale and three from Traralgon. Alois Rosario is the academy coach, a top Australian player and table tennis coach at the most recent Paralympic Games and the previous Olympic Games.

Heitor’s first training day was on February 9 at Traralgon and he was at Traralgon again on Saturday, February 23.

Players and intending players are reminded that local (Wonthaggi) grades start in March. Unless players turn up at practice nights they will not be eligible to play in a team.

A Grade practice is on Wednesdays at 7pm, A Reserve on Mondays from 6.30pm, B Grade practice and junior coaching 6pm to 7pm on Thursdays. Advanced junior coaching follows on Thursdays from 7pm with WonthagIn the academy: Heitor Hillberto of Wonthaggi gi coach Bruce Harmer. with Gippsland Table Tennis Academy coach Alois New players have only two more Mondays to apply for A Reserve teams.

Rosario.

Happy with that: from left, Race Four winner So Inquisite jockey Adam Bodey and Alec Templeton in the mounting yard after Race Four at Woolamai races on Saturday.

Woolamai races around Australia WOOLAMAI and District Racing Club turned up the heat on Saturday for its six race meeting, broadcast to the nation live by the crew from SEN 1116am radio station.

Phillip Island race horse trainer Kevin Price was pleased to share his involvement with horses with the nation when he was interviewed at Woolamai.

The sunny skies and hot weather drew another good crowd to Woolamai, many enjoying the refuge of the huge shady trees, the great food and refreshments on offer, and there was face painting and jumping castles for the children.

Woolamai provides a great day out for all

the family and Bendigo jockey Courtney Pace, who races at every Woolamai meeting, loves racing at this popular track.

“I love racing at Woolamai, it is definitely one of the best tracks,” Ms Pace said.

She said she was also looking forward to racing at Healesville next week.

Another regular at Woolamai, jockey Adam Bodey enjoyed another successful meeting, clocking up three wins for the day including Race One on Number 4 High Regal, Race Three on Number 3 Artie’s Sheila and Race Four on So Inquisite.

Woolamai will host its next meeting on Saturday, March 16.

Catching up: from left Woolamai and District Racing Club president Robert Carmichael, long time Phillip Island trainer Kevin Price, Ventnor and Errol Bradford caught up during Saturday’s race meeting.

Day out: Ellen, Liz and Taylah Williams of San Remo enjoyed their day out at the Woolamai races on Saturday.

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Master blasters THE masters of Australian cricket proved too good for the local boys at the Butch West Oval on Sunday.

Stumped: wicket keeper Walter Tabner did well for Bass Coast on Sunday. He has Matthew Elliott well covered here. Photo by Mark Drury.

• Sailing

Smith, McNair winners ANOTHER testing day was had on Anderson Inlet for the South Gippsland Yacht Club’s fleet in light conditions with races five and six of the John Parry series.

The morning’s race sent the fleet towards Point Smyth in light fluky winds.

The afternoon’s race

was in front of the club house in shallower waters after a general recall at the start, but that didn’t help some competitors who were rounding the top windward buoy in the wrong direction.

Winners in race five were: A Division 1st Rob McNair, 2nd Wayne Smith, 3rd Garry Reeves.

B Division 1st Andrew Biram, 2nd Matt Keily, 3rd Ian Jones. C Division

1st Abbey Argus-Smith, 2nd Kate Maxwell.

Winners in race sixwere: A Division Wayne Smith, 2nd Rob McNair, 3rd Shaun Freeman.

B Division 1st Matt Keily, 2nd Noel Owen, 3rd Ian Jones. C Division 1st Abbey Argus-Smith, 2nd Kate Maxwell.

Further information can be found on the club’s website www.sgycinverloch.com.au

The Bass Coast All Stars went up against the great cricketers of the past with names including Craig McDermott and Greg Blewett.

Inverloch’s Dylan Clark and his team of Bass Coast locals were more than happy to serve it up to the ACA masters.

The Masters took to the crease first in the Twenty20 match and certainly weren’t here to make friends.

Matt Elliot led the batting for the Masters with 44. He was backed up by Tom Moody (20) and Peter Sleep (13) masters all out for 105.

Bowling by Dean William (4/16) and Ryan Thomas (3/8), both with three overs was vital in keeping the Masters score down.

Some high class wicket keeping by Walter Taberner was also a key factor with three stumpings for the game.

The locals had a decent score to chase and were raring to get there.

Young gun Eli Richards lead the batting for Bass Coast with 25, He was followed by Ryan Thomas (15) and Tim Hornsby and Walter Taberner both with 12.

The bowling by the masters, however, cut short the dream of victory.

Sleep claimed 3/16 while Tom Moody 3/19. This lead to Bass Coast all out for 88.

Bass Coast Council recreation planner Ella Angarane said that it was a fantastic day.

“We had over 1500 people come along to watch the match and see the masters,” she said.

“All the guys were really good and were open to mix with the locals.”

Ms Angarane said that the Butch West Oval was a great venue and its refurbished surface is a tribute to the grounds staff.

Phillip Island’s Eli Richards, thanks to his great per-

formance on the field, was awarded $1000 to go towards his cricketing and a yearlong mentorship with one of the Masters.

Leongatha’s Tim Sauvarin got a push up to the Masters in the dying overs, sub-fielding for the team.

Usually an Under 16 cricketer, this was a big step up for the youngster and a great highlight for him fielding a ball late in the match.

Ready to play: Bass Coast All Stars captain Dylan Clark shakes hands with Masters’ captain Greg Matthews before the game on Sunday.

Ready to go: the fleet jockeying for positions before the start in Anderson Inlet.

New team takes the title STONY Creek Go Karts ran their annual endurance race recently, with a new format and a new team of drivers taking the chequered flag.

The 600 lap race went for just over seven and a half hours and was won by the Demerit Pointers team, made up of Greg Humphry, James Humphry and James Austin.

Tasman Kartsport has finished with

second place for the second year in a row, with James Dean, Ross Miller and Scott Cole behind the wheel.

Last year’s victors, JMJ Racing, rounded out the top three piloted by Joe, Max and Jett Benson.

The track was shortened for this year’s race, increasing it from 400 laps to 600 laps.

The next race day at Stony Creek Go Karts is on March 17, due to horse racing the week before.

Winners are grinners: James Humphry, James Austin and Greg Humphry from the Demerit Pointers were the champions of the 2013 Stony Creek 600.

Dylan Clark: the Bass Coast captain fires one down the pitch during Sunday’s T20 match. Photo by Mark Drury.

Paying the price THE South Gippsland Umpires Association needs new blood for the 2013 season, and pays up to $150 per game.

According to head administrator Grant Robinson, the cash-in-hand payment is a great reward for keeping fit.

Senior boundary umpires receive between $60 and $70 per game, while goal umpires pocket a cool $65.

“Training began in the first week of February but numbers on the track have been a little disappointing. Currently we are training on Tuesday nights but this will change to Wednesdays from March 13,” Grant said.

“It’s hard to gauge how our numbers are looking at this stage but all indications are that both goal and boundary stocks are looking steady but more importantly field umpires are again scarce.

This is a trend that continues to plague all associations.

“We may well be knocking on former umpires’ doors in the coming weeks and will also be endeavouring to promote seasoned boundary umpires

into field umpiring.”

Grant said many people were not aware that local umpires were well paid.

“And not only that, it is also tax exempt. It’s a great way for young people to earn cash and keep fit at the same time. What our boundary umpires earn for a few hours on a Saturday arvo is the same as they might earn doing a full shift at some high profile local businesses,” he said.

Grant said a fit person could umpire a thirds game, run the boundary in the seniors and pocket $160 for the day. He said there was also the potential for umpires to use their experience as a stepping stone to higher levels of football, including the AFL. “It’s the best seat in the house when it comes to watching footy. There’s a perception that we cop a lot of abuse, but the reality is that most players and clubs are quite good and only a small percentage of the footy community are to blame,” he said.

A “Green Shirt” program means novice umpires are identified to sup-

porters and spared any unfair criticism.

There has been a changing of the guard at the SGUA, with hard working former president Mat Holmes – who has been at the helm during the past four years – taking up the vice president’s role. Former Alberton Football League president and long time goal and cricket umpire Graham Laird would assume the mantle of president. Chris Clemens – a local umpire whose career stretches into the hundreds of games – will become the association’s head of coaching. Gary Scholz will again oversee the goal umpires. Meanwhile, the boundary umpires will welcome new coach Tim Buckley, who brings a wealth of experience to the role. Tim is a Level 2 accredited boundary umpire with senior Alberton FL grand final experience in 2010.

The association will have a family/welcome barbecue on Wednesday, March 20.

For details about the association contact Grant (sgua@bigpond.com, phone/fax: 035663 7661 or mobile 0432 326 949).

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Country week carnage ONLY one win out of four matches at Provisional Country Week has left the Leongatha and District Cricket Association side scratching their heads.

Team manager Kristian Gray said the team was ready for a much better result than gained.

“We didn’t get off to the best start, the loss early on put us on the back foot,” he said.

“We just didn’t play our

best cricket really.”

The team is ready to recoup though for next year.

“Escaping relegation has given us another chance next year to win the top (grade),” Gray said.

“There’s not a lot between all eight sides as

One out of four: the winning Leongatha side on the third day of Country Week cricket were back, from left, Mitchell Clark, Daniel Lloyd, Alan Jenkins, Dylan Clark, Shane Murdoch, Kit Rotthier, front, Eli Richards, Luke Rogers, Jason Wilson, Tim Wightman, Guru Kedarnath and Paul Dyer.

Glamour: from left Titanium Race Team grid girls Kaneal, Lauren and Autumn added a touch of glamour to the World Superbikes event on Phillip Island on the weekend.

proven by Sale-Maffra.”

After a dominating season in the Gippsland Cricket League the LDCA side were confident going into the competition but when they faced up to fellow Gippsland opponents Sale-Maffra they were quickly brought back down to earth.

Solid hitting from the Sale-Maffra side, in particular Michael Jones with 56, saw them at 7/223 at the end of their innings.

The Leongatha boys were set to chase hard but a duck to opener Walter Taberner had them on the backfoot from the start.

Eli Richards (33) and Dylan Clark (35) hit well for Leongatha but SaleMaffra’s bowling outfit were bringing the heat.

The Leongatha batting order was cleared and all out for 181 before the innings was up.

Sale Maffra went in to bat for one over, hitting an astounding 1/22 off six balls.

Leongatha were up against the Murray Valley Cricket Association

Winner: Phillip Island Superbike Race Two winner Eugene Laverty and partner Pippa Morson celebrated Eugene’s win at the World Superbikes on Sunday.

opened strongly and were backed up by captain Jason Wilson (38) and middle order batsman Dylan Clark (31).

They built up the score for the innings to 8/207, a tough challenge for their counterparts who were also winless in the competition.

Despite a strong start

by Ballarat opener Paul Phillips (47) the Leongatha bowlers were ready to make short work of the rest of the batting order.

Luke Rogers (3/33) and Tim Wightman (3/24) tore though the Ballarat line up along with help from Guru Kedarnath (2/10).

Leongatha had Ballarat all out for 156, securing themselves a victory.

Going back in to bat Leongatha managed 3/15 in three overs.

High off their win, The LDCA boys went into day four against Bendigo and District full of confidence.

Batting first, it was a slow start with low scoring off a high number of balls and had the Leongatha side once again on the back foot.

Ten maidens for Ballarat made run scoring an obvious challenge for the batsmen.

Young gun Tom Wyatt acted as a saviour for the side, hitting 66 backed up by 44 from team captain Jason Wilson.

When the 50 overs were up the scoreboard read 5/147, an achievable target.

An early duck to Ballarat opener Cam Taylor served by Tim Wightman gave the Leongatha boys a rev up.

Solid hitting had Ballarat on track to reach their target and that they did, reaching 8/207 in 47 overs.

Leongatha went back to bat for a fun three overs, hitting 1/46 to round out their week.

Former Meeniyan cricketer Taylor Beard was making his own impression on country, hitting fantastic scores of 31, 64 and 82, the latter being one of the highest of the week.

Beard was representing the Goulburn Murray Association.

Winning action: Sylvain Guintoli, winner of race one in action at Phillip Island on Sunday.

Island Superbikes thrilling MOTORCYCLISTS in their hundreds roared through South Gippsland last week for the Superbike World Championship season opener at Phillip Island.

Super coffee: from left seated Brisbane motorcyclists Glenn Owens, Dave Roberts, Peter Bagg and Johnny Kent gave Leongatha’s Lulu’s owner Marcel Widmer the thumbs up for the great coffee and food during their pit stop on Monday morning after attending the World Superbikes event on Phillip Island.

Peter Bagg said, “Leongatha is the friendliest town we have been to.”

on day two, hungry for redemption.

Going in to bat first the Leongatha boys started slowly before Ryan Thomas knocked out a handy 22 runs off 33 balls.

Guru Kedarnath took control of the game when he got to the crease, smashing out 70 runs which included three fours and two sixes.

This had the boys all out for 170 at the end of their innings. Murray Valley bowler Thomas Glover helped keep the score down with his 6/32 effort.

Early big hitters for the opposition had Leongatha looking in trouble early in their fielding innings.

Thornson (48) and Grandell (41) helped Murray Valley reach their target with lower order batsman Quinn adding to the score to finish the innings 9/253.

The third day of competition saw Leongatha get into the swing of things after being sent in to to bat first against the Ballarat Cricket Association.

Mitch Clark (35) and Shane Murdoch (27)

With Carlos out of the race Aprilia Racing Team mates Sylvain Guintoli and Eugene Laverty each scored a win and a second place and leave Australia

Some 61,500 spectators for the three day event saw the best in the world racing on the newly surfaced fast Phillip Island track that saw a high speed collision between crowd favourite Spaniard rider Carlos Checa and Marco Melandri.

joint championship leaders.

An action packed weekend and some exciting racing made for another successful event

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Master blasters

Masters versus Bass Coast: some of Australia’s cricketing legends took to the field against the Bass Coast All Stars in a Twenty/20 match Wonthaggi last Sunday, with the Masters defeating the locals by 17 runs. More photos and story page 62.

Riding to the nationals LEONGATHA’S Tom McFarlane is making himself a regular in the elite junior cycling scene.

He will gain even more experience against some of the best junior riders in the country, starting tomorrow (Wednesday) at the Cycling Australia Junior Track National Championships.

The 14 year old will be competing in the Under 17 division, racing at great speeds around the Adelaide Superdome.

Tom is not new to track racing at this level, however competing in the under 15 division at the titles last year.

The young gun has two rides lined up for the competition.

“I will hopefully find success in the team sprint,” he said.

“I hope to be in the top 10 or eight in that, which would be great.”

Riders for Saturday’s events, a Keirin and Scratch Race, are decided on Friday and Tom is hoping to pick up a spot in one or both.

“They just see who is going the best for the week,” he said.

“It would be good if I could get to have a ride in the scratch.”

Being bottom age in his division this meet is not so much about winning but about experience.

Tom has also made the move up to

bigger gear with the jump in age groups.

He said he is settling into the gear alright but it is a bit of a change.

“It’s a bigger step up this year because they have increased the gear for the whole age group as well,” Tom said.

“I guess it makes it a bit of an even playing field, with everyone on the new gear though.”

In the lead up to the nationals Tom has raced at state level carnivals in Bendigo, Shepparton and Wangaratta as well as the State Titles.

The young rider didn’t perform at his best in the titles, claiming a fourth in the sprint, although he thinks this helped secure his spot on the team for the nationals.

“I’m not really a sprinter but because of that they took me as a sprinter.”

“I want to do a bit better at the nationals than I did at states.”

Tom’s father David will be joining him as part of the Victorian team’s mechanic group.

As an ex-cycling star himself David will be able to give Tom first hand advice track side as well as helping with the workings of the bike.

Tom is a member of the Leongatha Cycling Club and participates in many local events.

Top rider: Leongatha’s Tom McFarlane is heading to Adelaide to compete in the Cycling Australia Junior Track National Championships this week. His father David, left, will be going with him as a mechanic for the Victorian team.