The Great Southern Star - February 9, 2016

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CYCLE MANIA INVERLOCH turned on perfect summer weather for the hosting of stage three of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour as it finished its stage in the centre of town on Saturday.

Many had come to see champion rider and dual Tour de France winner Chris Froome in the field and he was mobbed shortly after the finish of the stage as he made his way back to his Team Sky caravan.

Despite finishing in the bunch on Saturday, Froome eventually won the tour with a brilliant performance in the final stage up Arthurs Seat on the Mornington Peninsula on Sunday.

Cyclists throughout South Gippsland planned a number of long rides in the morning, culminating in a finish in Inverloch to view the stage finish.

Along the route from Traralgon to Inverloch, people had the opportunity to catch the riders as they passed through towns including Mirboo North, Dumbalk, Leongatha, Wonthaggi, Cape Paterson and finally Inverloch.

Crowds flocked to key intersections in Inverloch including a “hairy” descent down Venus Street as they negotiated a hair pin bend right near the finish. The stage was won by John Murphy in a bunch sprint.

The race provided a boom for traders of Inverloch as well as local caterer Brent Sinclair who provided the food for the VIPs at the finish line.

More stories and photos on page 51.

Flying to finish: Herald Sun Tour riders had to negotiate this tight bend at the foot of the descent along Venus Street, Inverloch before the sprint finish. The corner provided the perfect backdrop for spectators and cyclists with Anderson Inlet in the background.

Champion: Chris Froome crosses the line to win the Herald Sun Tour.

Photo courtesy Michael Klein, Herald Sun.

VicRoads tight lipped over $51m highway delay

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By Brad Lester

VICROADS is refusing to say why the proposed $51 million realignment of the South Gippsland Highway between Koonwarra and Meeniyan has been delayed by at least a year.

The delay is costing businesses time and money by hindering the transport industry and risking lives on the notorious Black Spur bends.

Over the past five years there have

been at least 13 reported accidents, some involving truck rollovers. Those accidents impacted 32 people and resulted in four serious injuries.

VicRoads’ Gippsland office was due to submit a business case for the works to VicRoads’ head office in December 2015.

But that business case will now not be ready until at least late this year and the authority is refusing to say why.

That business case would have been assessed against other projects from around Victoria for funding.

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mayor Cr Bob Newton said the State Government needed to overlook the fact the area was tightly held by the Nationals and back the project.

“VicRoads has not got any money.

That is the problem and it has not been allocated any by the State Government because it is not a Labor held seat,” he said.

“It has been procrastinating with the Koonwarra bends for a long time.

There has been that much work that has been done on it and it is just hanging fire on it.”

Cr Newton said the realignment was a council priority project that council would continue to pursue.

“The government is just not spending that much money on the roads around here,” he said.

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Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien called on the State Government to get on with the project.

“I raised it with the minister in October and said this is an important project and that it needs to be funded in the next budget,” he said.

“I was surprised to receive a response in early December to say VicRoads was still finalising the business case. I understood the business case was done and it now needs to go to the government for consideration in the next state budget.

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Leongatha land sells for $2.5m IN a positive sign for the Leongatha real estate market, a 406 acre grazing property was sold for in excess of $2.5 million at auction in Leongatha Memorial Hall last Friday, February 5.

Agents in conjunction, Leongatha’s Landmark Harcourts and Alex Scott and Staff, reported solid bidding for all three lots up for grabs, with more than 100 people in attendance.

The property, at 525 Andersons Road, Leongatha was offered in three lots and sold to three different buyers, at least one of which was local.

Lot 1, 255.32 acres, sold for $5,900 per acre ($1.506 million. Lot 2, 59.30acres sold for $6350 per acre ($376,555) while Lot 3, 91.40 acres sold for $7140 per acre ($652,596).

Mark Brooke from Landmark Harcourts Melbourne conducted the auction.

Interest was high with both agents holding a number of inspections.

“We are extremely happy with the result which is great for the area,” Barry Redmond from Landmark Harcourts said.

Andrew Newton from Alex Scott and Staff was equally pleased, saying it was great to be part of marketing a property with strong buyer interest.

“It’s a boost of confidence in our area which we consider up with the best in Victoria,” Mr Newton said.

Big sale: Glenys Foster, Barry Redmond, Kelly Thomas and Terry Ginnane all from Landmark Harcourts Leongatha, with Peter Dwyer of Alex Scott and Staff, solicitor with Oakleys Law, Mimmie Ng and Andrew Newton of Alex Scott and Staff were all delighted with the big sale of a property in Leongatha last Friday.

New threat startles children

By Lucy Johnson WONTHAGGI Primary School was the victim of a second bomb threat last Tuesday morning, February 2.

The Billson Street school received its first threat on Friday, January 30 when schools across the state received automated phone calls threatening to detonate explosives.

The administration received another call on

Tuesday and again activated emergency procedures that saw students safely taken to Wonthaggi Town Hall.

“We received a call of the same nature on Tuesday morning and we evacuated all students off campus,” principal Leonie Anstey said.

“All emergency procedures will be followed in the event of another call. We are taking these threats very seriously and the safety of our students is paramount.”

Seventeen schools across Victoria received

the same call on Tuesday after police last week deemed the threats a hoax.

Wonthaggi Primary School posted an update to its Facebook page alerting parents of the most recent threat.

“Just to inform parents/guardians that we have received another phone call threat along with many other Victorian schools. So we have evacuated off site. The police are on site.

We will inform parents when we are able to return to school. The children are enjoying our local ex-

cursion to our town,” the post read at 12.33pm on Tuesday.

Parents were grateful for the reassuring social media updates.

“Thank you so much for letting us know,” parent Michelle Burke wrote.

The school posted another Facebook update at 12.48pm to assure parents that police had given the school the all clear.

Similar threats were also made to schools in Tasmania, Queensland,

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Artist’s work shines

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sual arts that took her to Singapore last month.

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“I travelled to Singapore on behalf of the gallery to see how Australian work is being received internationally, especially in Asia. I feel really lucky being able to travel for work. It has given me the best of both worlds,” she said.

She has also achieved major success at home when last year she received the Dick Bishop Memorial Prize through Latrobe Regional Gallery, for emerging Gippsland based artists.

Ms Caple credits her rural upbringing as a source of inspiration for her work.

“I love being at home and making work. I find I am still predominantly inspired by my surroundings,” she said.

After having achieved major success in all aspects of her artistic career in 2015, Ms Caple hopes to create new works for exhibition this year.

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“My job has given me the opportunity to do some pretty cool things and having a chance to travel for work has been a fantastic experience,” she said.

Years after graduating from Leongatha Secondary College, she returned to study a Bachelor of Fine Arts at RMIT. “I didn’t know what I wanted to do after school but I knew I had an interest in art. Growing up in Leongatha I did not know other artists so after I travelled and spent time in the UK, I chose to come home and study,” she said.

“I worked a lot with oil paints on canvas but I have also explored photography and spray paint. At the moment I love working with pencils and ink on paper.”

Ms Caple has since completed a Masters in Arts Management.

“I thought it would be really cool to be able to facilitate arts,” she said.

Ms Caple now splits her time between Leongatha and Melbourne, where she currently works for Flinders Lane Gallery.

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Ms Caple’s advice for aspiring artists is simple.

“You have to be brave and

Road block “We funded the business case in our last year in government and it needs to be finished.

“It is now time the government got on with the job, put its shoulder to the wheel and provided the funding in the next state budget.”

The Star made numerous requests to VicRoads to determine why the business case had been delayed but was repeatedly denied an answer.

Instead, VicRoads regional director Scott Lawrence supplied the following

statement, which overlooked the delay all together.

“VicRoads recognises the South Gippsland Highway is a major strategic link in Victoria’s rural road network. It is the main route to ports and markets for vital industries located in South Gippsland, including agriculture, dairy, oil and gas,” he said.

“VicRoads is continuing to engage with stakeholders and the community as part of the preparation of a business case which is expected to be completed by late 2016.

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“The business case will consider safety, economic and social benefits with the cost of construction in order to provide the best opportunity for a successful outcome for the community.”

The Black Spur realignment is listed as a high priority in the Gippsland Regional Plan released recently, along with other upgrades along the South Gippsland Highway to benefit freight.

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Minister for Roads Luke Donnellan said the government was aware of the proposed realignment of the Black Spur section.

“A business case is currently being developed by VicRoads which will consider the cost of construction and safety, and overall economic and social benefits.

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Robbed in the night

By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippslanders risked facing being trapped in their homes by fallen trees after burglars stole $37,000 worth of equipment in just 15 minutes from South Gippsland Shire Council’s Leongatha depot on Tuesday, February 2.

Many chainsaws were among the haul and council staff rely on these to clear roads in the event of summer storms.

Council’s operations manager Fred Huitema said the region was fortunate not to be hit by strong winds last week, in the wake of the theft.

“The 10 chainsaws and the polesaws are pretty critical equipment we need to have to respond to storms and in this sort of weather, we can’t really be without 10 chainsaws,” he said.

The thieves also took circular saws, power tools, a concrete saw, a Makita reciprocating saw and a Stihl blower vac.

Council staff rushed to

replace the stolen equipment last week and were fortunate to be spared blustering winds in the mean time.

Two men are suspected of the robbery around 1.45am. They wore dark overalls, gloves and balaclavas as they entered the rear of the council deport from Ashenden Street by cutting a cyclone fence to the yard with bolt cutters.

They are believed to have driven a vehicle into the yard and hitched a Silvan spray trailer worth $18,000 alone. They rummaged through council vehicles parked undercover and down the side of the workshop, taking tools from the vehicles.

Leading the investigation is Detective Leading Senior Constable Robin Hedin of the Bass Coast Criminal Investigation Unit.

“No cars were sighted but they left their balaclavas outside the depot and these will be forensically tested. We will wait for DNA analysis and see if we come up with anything,” he said.

“They knew what they were looking for.

We imagine they would sell the tools or use them

in their own tree lopping business.”

Police are viewing security camera footage of the suspects, but a spider has impacted the quality of the video taken by one camera.

Mr Huitema said, “The camera focused on a spider before the incident so the camera was out of focus and the men could not be seen.”

Deeply disappointed: South Gippsland Shire Council’s operations manager Fred Huitema stands before the workshop where much of the $37,000 worth of equipment was taken by burglars at council’s Leongatha depot.

Missing man found

By Tayla Kershaw BEACHGOERS banded together to find a missing man in Cape Paterson on Saturday afternoon.

Wonthaggi Police were notified at 4pm that a 24 year old man with autism had gone missing at the beach while on a group excursion.

After leaving the toilet block, the man was separated from the group and became disorientated at the beach.

Concerns for the man were heightened due to warm weather, the thick shrub area near the beach and the dan-

gerous coastline.

Police verbally spread the word about the man, and the Cape Paterson Surf Life Saving Club and beachgoers worked quickly to help with the search.

The man was found by the public an hour and a half later and police were impressed by the community support.

“It was fantastic to see the community come together to help look for the man.

Everyone was so helpful,” Acting Sergeant Chris Di Ciero said.

“It’s definitely an advantage in country policing. We even had teenagers offer to ride their bikes on the walking tracks to help find him.”

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Lifesavers patrol from the sky SURF rescue helicopters are patrolling Victorian beaches daily to keep a look out for sharks, rips and people in distress in the water this summer.

Minister for Emergency Services Jane Garrett said the helicopter rescue service, run by Life Saving Victoria, had already completed 50 patrols along Victoria’s coastline this summer.

A group of highly trained crews operate the two Westpac lifesaver rescue helicopters that scan the water for people in distress, boating

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accidents, rip currents and marine life such as sharks.

The choppers patrol the state’s coastline from Waratah Bay in South Gippsland to Apollo Bay in south-western Victoria.

Pilots can alert lifeguards on the ground and sound sirens from the air if they spot sharks swimming dangerously close to public beaches.

They can also support search and rescue operations for missing swimmers and boats, winch people to safety, and respond to distress signals sent by fishermen and other people who find themselves in trouble on the water.

The rescue helicopters have responded to 250 emergencies since the summer of 2009-10, including five incidents in the first week of 2016 alone.

Patrols ran daily during the peak summer period from Christmas Eve until Australia Day when thousands of holidaymakers head to Victoria’s beaches and coastal towns.

Life Saving Victoria operates the service on weekends and public holidays from mid-November until Easter.

Ms Garrett said, “Surf life savers do an incredible on the ground and in the air to keep people safe.

Make sure you swim on patrolled beaches and never swim alone.

“Rips are dangerous and unpredictable. Have a plan, check for warning signs and know what you’re going to do if you or your children get caught in a rip.

“Thousands of people visit Victoria’s beautiful beaches each summer and we want everyone to stay safe around the water.”

Pay up or else, warns council

By Brad Lester MORE than half of annual siteholders at the Yanakie and Port Welshpool’s Long Jetty caravan parks have still not paid their annual fees to South Gippsland Shire Council, despite these being due by September 30, 2015.

Council has again written to the siteholders, giving them 21 days to respond,

and will then commence legal action against people who have still not paid.

“We need to recover the fees to ensure the wider community and the ratepayers are not covering these costs,” council’s director of development services Bryan Sword said.

Council will cover the cost in the interim and said it was uncertain of the total amount owing.

Council has already given siteholders two years to ensure their caravan vans and annexes comply with State Government guide-

lines. The deadline for compliance is next month.

A group of siteholders has already initiated court action against council’s actions in relation to the caravan parks.

Despite the turmoil, Mr Sword said, “Council is very confident and united on the decision to take over the caravan parks.”

Mr Sword said while some siteholders opposed council’s management of the parks, others welcomed it.

“It’s about increasing the economic output of tourism in the shire and council’s

investment in the caravan parks will provide us with the best opportunity to influence that,” he said.

Council increased the cost of annual fees at Yanakie from $2956 in 2013-14 (before council took over the parks) to $3977 in 201516, and at Long Jetty from $2540 in 2013-14 to $3297 in 2015-16.

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The number of annual siteholders at Yanakie was 123 when council took over the parks in 2013. It’s now 68. At Long Jetty, siteholders have fallen from 86 to 66.

Asked why siteholders had left, Mr Sword said the decision was the siteholders’ choice alone.

There were 20 casual sites at each park before council took over. Now there are 39 at Yanakie and 35 at Long Jetty.

“While income from annual siteholders has decreased, income from casual accommodation has increased,” Mr Sword said.

Council charges $40 a night for a casual site, meaning each site has to be booked for 100 nights a year to offset the loss of one annual siteholder.

Council said caravans and annexes must comply with state regulations, with all caravans able to be registered, movable and in appropriate condition. Annexes must also comply with the Building Code of Australia for Caravans and Movable Dwellings 2016.

If council was not to

enforce these guidelines, Mr Sword said, “There is a reputational risk to the area from visitors that expect certain standards of accommodation.”

When the parks start making profits, those funds will be spent on park improvements and then foreshore works, as profits made from managing facilities on Crown land can only be spent on other facilities on Crown land.

Any losses council incurs in relation to the parks will be taken from reserve council funds. Once the parks start making money, council will use those profits to replenish the reserve fund.

Council employs 5.6 full time staff between the two parks on average throughout the year, with more during busier periods.

Council has employed a consultant to complete master plans for each park to determine the best use of the land. These plans are expected to be considered by council this financial year.

Annual siteholders have initiated court proceedings against council, to be heard at the Supreme Court.

Mr Sword said council was still awaiting clarifica-

tion of the annuals’ claims.

He said council was willing to enter into mediation.

Council continues to make capital improvements to the parks.

At Yanakie, council has spent $48,455 on replacing the playground, $18,000 on replacing powerheads, installed a solar hotwater system on the amenity block and improved the camp kitchen.

At the Long Jetty park, council has spent $33,000 on replacing powerheads, undertaken $5473 worth of works at the recreation room and spent $49,967 on a new playground.

Council is still considering taking over management of the Waratah Bay Caravan Park once the lease expires in December 2017. The lease is now held privately and council is the Crown land committee of management.

Council is now undertaking a financial analysis of the prospect of managing the park. Council said the leaseholder of the park was aware council was considering its options. ► Damian Lindau, annual siteholder at Yanakie Caravan Park, disputes council’s past claims in a letter to the editor, page 12.

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Addicts’ families seek help

By Lucy Johnson FAMILIES of addicts came together last Tuesday night, February 2 to find answers and support at the Crush Ice family solutions seminar at Wonthaggi.

“Children get caught up in the drug scene in the two places they feel most comfortable: at school and within the home. That is where the seed is sewn,” keynote speaker Malcolm Smith said.

“Anything that attacks the family also attacks the community and we need to work together to provide help for addicts.”

Mr Smith flew down from Western Australia where he is the executive officer of Teen Challenge WA. Following a successful ice forum in October, people gathered again to hear Mr Smith’s advice during two hour workshops held on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club.

Teen Challenge is a residential program aimed at helping people to overcome life controlling issues and addictions. The organisation has 1200 centres in 100 countries worldwide and has been running for more

than 40 years.

“It is not difficult to get people off drugs. It is difficult teaching them how to live a life worth living without drugs,” Mr Smith said.

“We detox all of our students from drugs and then teach them how to live a meaningful life. We tell them to not let their past determine their future.

“We as parents need to understand our children choose their destiny.”

The program is a 12 to 18 month residential rehabilitative program in Esperance, Western Australia which combines compulsory lectures, group workshops and recreational activities in an interdenominational Christian environment.

Mr Smith discussed the tell tale signs of a drug addict.

“They begin to blatantly lie, they adopt new friendships, they begin to steal from you and they then become violent,” he said.

“You would think they would recognise they have a problem but they live in delusion. They lie to themselves and tell themselves there is nothing wrong with what they are doing.”

Mr Smith said addicts’ families become dysfunctional because siblings feel left out and parents feel a sense of guilt and feel they have failed to bring up their

Crushing ice: from left, organiser Rick Olden, Latrobe Community Health liaison Wendy Gilbert, Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale, Teen Challenge alumnus Becc Slavin, Teen Challenge WA executive director Malcolm Smith, and forum organisers Col Boyd and Ian Debenham at the first family solutions seminar about ice on Tuesday evening, February 2. child.

“The drug addict in turn becomes the boss of the family. There has to be consequences. They need to be willing to change and grow by taking responsibility for their bad choices,” he said.

Latrobe Community Health mental health officer Wendy Gilbert introduced regional agencies present to give support and advice to families of addicts.

Latrobe Community Health Service has centres in Moe, Morwell, Churchill and Traralgon that offer alcohol and drug support services.

The service offers counselling both over the telephone and face to face, group sessions, support recovery programs, as well as a nine week recovery program for those who have completed a withdrawal program and wish to maintain a drug and alcohol free lifestyle.

ACSO referral services were also on hand to share information with family members.

ACSO offers help to both addicts and their families who are seeking support to overcome addiction and other mental health problems.

Bass Coast Health attended to discuss the latest

day programs available at Wonthaggi Hospital.

South Gippsland Side by Side Youth Care Network gave information about its latest campaign. Side by Side is a school focused youth service for people under the age of 18.

The network supports vulnerable young people who are at risk of losing engagement with their education and training. The team assists with a number of issues including mental health problems, drug and alcohol use, crime, trauma, domestic violence and bullying.

Neil Meyer, the executive director of Teen Chal-

lenge Victoria, answered questions about the residential program based in Kyabram.

The centre houses young men aged 16 years and over

to overcome addiction and life changing problems.

Similar to Teen Challenge WA, the Victorian site hosts programs that run from 12 to 18 months.

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Ratepayers demand cheaper rates

Councils state-wide were issued a 2.5 percent rate cap by the State Government, but council’s plans to vary the cap to 4.7 percent has sparked a swell of dissatisfaction.

Around 500 signatures have appeared on petitions scattered around Inverloch.

The community will be pleased to see more than 1000 by February 13.

Inverloch’s Mohan de Run said the petition appealed to ratepayers.

“Council needs to live within its budget. If we want change, we need to bring about change,” he said.

Petitions have been distributed in Inverloch’s supermarket, newsagency and other establishments.

tion from the rate cap. This flies in the face of the government’s edict.”

Following council workshops in Inverloch and Cowes, ratepayers expressed their angst towards varying the cap.

Inverloch’s Dom Brusamarello said an incomplete list of capital works projects presented at the workshops made it difficult for ratepayers to make an informed decision.

Council gave ratepayers two options. Option A presented council’s plans for the variation, while Option B showed the impacts of the rate cap.

Mr Brusamarello said he would have liked council to have presented more options at the workshops to increase ratepayers’ understanding of project values.

Council’s manager governance and organisation development Mark Brady said council was taking the feedback onboard and would determine more options if possible.

“There are many varia-

tions and options that can be considered, but they all involve adjusting the variables to make the cap fit. This is why council is seeking community input and consideration before preparing the draft budget,” he said.

“Part of the consultation process has involved providing the community with options should we stay within the cap. Council will need to prepare a 2.5 percent rate cap budget as one of the options to consider for the draft budget. This will ultimately include feedback and advice from council officers, the community and councillors.”

While the rate battle rages on, Bass Coast ratepayers are preparing an arsenal of new candidates to stand for the council election in October.

Although these potential candidates have emerged, names have not been revealed.

“It’s still uncertain whether the wards will change, but we may have all areas covered by candi-

dates,” Inverloch’s Robert Scott said.

Mr Scott said this may exclude Cr Clare Le Serve, who has proven to be sensible in her role and has worked in favour of the ratepayers.

However, because no councillors have stood against the variation, Mr Brown believed ratepayers would seek a fresh start in October.

“The community is opposed to another rate hike and council had the chance to spare us this forum drama,” he said.

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A COMMUNITY petition has shown serious opposition to Bass Coast Shire Council’s plan to be exempt from the rates cap.

Newsxpress’ Adrian Banks said interest in the petition was on par with the petition to reduce dog restrictions on Inverloch’s beaches.

“I think the rate cap definitely needs to happen. It’s time for council to tighten its belt and stop spending more than $70,000 on consultants,” he said.

“Council must reign in its expenditure. No one seems to be in favour of the rate variation.”

Former Borough of Wonthaggi mayor Alan Brown said the rate cap already exceeds inflation and enough is enough.

“Council should take the lead of South Gippsland Shire Council and other councils across Victoria that have abided by the rate cap,” Mr Brown said.

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THE South Gippsland Tourist Railway committee is in the throes of relinquishing its assets to the State Government.

Due to insufficient funding and volunteer numbers, the tourist railway was forced to fold in mid January.

A meeting was held between committee president Terry Franklin and VicTrack on Wednesday, January 27.

VicTrack discussed the winding down process with Mr Franklin, which included compiling an inventory list.

The inventory list would comprise tools and items used for the South Gippsland Tourist Railway to send back to the State Government.

Other railway committees would then be able to apply for items on the inventory list. Recipients will be selected by the State Government.

For now, the committee is still in the dark about what will become of the railway line, with some anticipating the government will wait for the population to swell before bringing a train back to Korumburra.

Meanwhile, the railway station remains an attraction for tourists, with the museum still open to the public.

Korumburra Railway Station caretaker Step O’Rafferty said the museum will continue to operate despite the loss of the railway line.

The museum offers an insight into the railway’s history, including photos of the entire track from Melbourne to Yarram, a book collection, tools and lanterns.

VicTrack was contacted by The Star, but was unable to comment before going to print.

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times are essential, phone 5662 9222.

Wednesday 17 February - Council Chambers, Leongatha 2.00pm; 7.00pm* (*by noon 16/02) Wednesday 24 February 10.00am - Public Presentation 1.15pm - Caravan Parks Quarterly Update ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wednesday 24 February - 2.00pm TENDER Council is seeking submissions from qualified companies/applicants for the following Tender; RFT/99 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE WARATAH BAY PUBLIC TOILET Tenders close 2.00pm on Tuesday 1 March, 2016.

Documentation is available from Council's website or phone 5662 9254.

COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Street reconstruction: A'Beckett St, Leongatha, John & Princes St, Korumburra Demolition & Construction: Leongatha Skate Park Footpath Renewal: McCartin St, Leongatha Guardrail Installation: Spencers Rd, Leongatha Nth Major Culvert Rehabilitation: Houlahans Lane, Poowong & Foster Boolarra Rd, Foster Rail Trail Reconstruction: Welshpool to Pt Welshpool Sealing Works: Foster/Fish Ck Road Construction: Grand Ridge Rd, Trida Road Rehabilitation & Reconstruction: Station St, Korumburra Road Pavement Works: Victory Avenue, Foster Reseal Preparation: All Zones – North & South Road & Vegetation Maintenance: Walkerville/ Middle Tarwin/ Meeniyan/ Mirboo Nth/ Leongatha Nth Drainage Maintenance: Cookes, Eastaways & Emmersons Rds, Fish Ck 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 | council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au Fax: 5662 3754 www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Police bust thieves STOLEN property was recovered by police from Leongatha’s Crime Tasking Unit in recent weeks.

The stolen goods were discovered after a search warrant was executed at a Leongatha home last Tuesday, February 2.

Drugs and several items of stolen property – identified as taken from the Leongatha area – were found.

A 25 year old man was charged and bailed to appear at the Korumburra Magistrate’s Court.

More stolen property was recovered before the end of January.

Following a spate of thefts from

cars, a 24 year old Leongatha man was arrested on January 29.

Stolen power tools and a quantity of drugs were also seized.

The man was charged and bailed to appear at Korumburra Magistrate’s Court.

Another 24 year old was also charged in relation to the stolen property.

Police are still seeking the owners of some of the property recovered. Distinctive items include a children’s soft monkey toy and various wallets, purses, small electronic devices and tradesmen’s tools.

Victim Rachel Cameron was disappointed after her son’s stolen

property was not retrieved.

Ms Cameron’s eight year old son Indie left his Nintendo DS console inside the car on January 8 and it, along with a DS game, were stolen from a car during the day.

“We were parked outside the Leongatha cinema for a short time during the day. Following that my car was parked in my driveway on Jeffrey Street,” Ms Cameron said.

“The console and games were a Christmas present from Santa so he did not have them for very long.

We are simply asking for whoever took it to please return it.

“It has a pin code with my contact details in it. So if it is found, please contact me.”

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financial stability.

A THREE month work hiatus has Lance Creek’s Tabro Meat and Moe Meat Packer workers fighting for

Initially, Chinese based company HY Australia Holdings Pty Ltd informed the employees production would start up again on January 4 after the Christmas break. However, Jan-

Emergency response: Fairbank Road at Leongatha North was closed last Thursday afternoon after a single vehicle car accident occurred around 4.30pm.

Fatal accident A MEDICAL condition is believed to have caused a 53 year old man to crash his car on Fairbank Road at Leongatha North last Thursday.

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The road was closed for several hours while investigations were underway. School buses were diverted to avoid the accident.

Police said the car had been driven into an embankment, which caused it to overturn. There was no evidence of bad driving or speeding.

Leongatha SES, Ruby and Leongatha CFA crews, Mirboo North and Korumburra police and Bass Coast Highway Patrol attended the scene, as well as paramedics and the air ambulance.

Ambulance Victoria group manager Eddie Wright said ambulance crews worked on the patient for some time, however he was declared dead at the scene by MICA paramedics.

uary has come and gone and the production is still stagnant.

Now in the second week of February, CEO Jacky Jiang said production will not start again until March due to unforeseen circumstances.

“Mr Jiang emailed us an apology when work didn’t go back on February 3. There’s been no definitive date given, but it’s forecasted for sometime in March,” Australian Meat Industry Employees Union (AMIEU) secretary Paul Conway said.

According to Mr Conway, many employees chose not to apply for Centrelink payments, thinking they would be able to see themselves through until

work started again.

“When the plant didn’t reopen, some still didn’t apply for payments because we were told it would reopen soon,” he said.

“It’s put a huge strain on the employees and their families. Since we closed before Christmas, most would’ve had their Christmas budgets formulated and didn’t anticipate there wouldn’t be work.

One employee even paid his car registration, but now wishes he’d spent the money on food for the family instead.”

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Attempted truck theft OFFENDERS attempted to steal a truck on South Dudley Road, South Dudley overnight on Sunday, January 31.

The offenders entered a work site through temporary fencing and damaged the lock on the door of a water truck in an attempt to gain entry.

The offenders removed the ignition barrel of the truck in an attempt to start it but were unable to do so.

Handgun advertised, salesman arrested POLICE arrested a Wonthaggi man after he advertised an imitation handgun for sale on Facebook.

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Since the takeover of Tabro Meat in 2014, the company has been pushing for clean, quality Australian cattle to be raised, processed and sold for a premium price, with demand expected to be high.

The State Government’s Minister for Industry Lily D’Ambrosio said support services would be offered to workers affected by the delay.

“This is a difficult time for staff at Tabro meats.

We are in contact with the company and the union and will offer training and support services to any affected employees through the Government’s Business in Transition program,” she said.

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Several drug warrants were also executed in South Gippsland during the past week.

Cannabis plants, cannabis, ice and other drug items were seized as a result of these raids.

Police wish to thank the public for providing information to assist current investigations.

The public is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the internet if they have information crime or suspicious activity.

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The 40 year old was charged with possessing an imitation handgun and was bailed to appear at the Korumburra Magistrate’s Court on June 9.

Drug bust A KORUMBURRA woman was arrested on drug charges last Tuesday (February 2).

Police executed a search warrant on her home and arrested her for possessing, using and trafficking cannabis, as well as using methamphetamine.

She was bailed to appear at the Korumburra Magistrate’s Court on June 9.

Cannabis seized A VENUS BAY man was charged with cultivating, possessing and using cannabis last Tuesday (February 2).

Police executed a search warrant on his home and seized 13 cannabis plants found growing in his backyard.

The man was bailed to appear at the Korumburra Magistrates Court on June 9.

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Dry hits milk production

By Brad Lester THE dry summer has reduced milk volume received by South Gippsland’s dairy factories earlier than usual.

As farmers tap into springs and pipe water across paddocks to deal with falling stockwater, dairy companies are also changing their plans to handle the reduction in milk produced by farmers.

The dry weather is also prompting more farmers to seek help with their finances, with the Rural Financial Counselling Service reporting an increase in enquiries.

Burra Foods general manager of supply Stewart Carson described the dry conditions in South Gippsland as “severe”.

“Burra is supporting where possible those suppliers to manage their stock and are changing product mix decisions based on lower forecast milk volumes,” he said.

Murray Goulburn will release an update about milk intake as part of its half-year results announcement at the end of February.

“We will be announcing our half year results for the 2016 financial year on February 29 and will provide an update on MG’s performance and outlook for 2016 at that time,” a spokesperson said.

Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria – Gippsland executive officer Peter Jennings said the service was coping with the additional enquiries. The service has an office in Leongatha.

The service is able to link farmers with government financial assistance.

“Farmers in South Gippsland are running out of water,” he said.

“Farmers are destocking and cow parking by milking their cows on someone else’s place. That saves them drying their cows off but some people are just drying their cows off.”

By drying cows, farmers are saving feed costs while those who can continue milking at least receive some income.

Middle Tarwin dairy farmer Lyndell Cope received 60mm of rain in late January when the region was soaked but was disappointed by the lack of follow-up rain.

“We have an absolute howling easterly wind out there now and it just dries everything out,” she said last Friday.

“We need the rains to start coming now otherwise all our grass will be shot.”

The Copes pre-ordered wheaten hay last year at a fixed price, and have since received 200 tonnes from northern Victoria. They expect to receive a further 150 tonnes and are glad they planned ahead.

In South Gippsland, the financial counselling service has been receiving enquiries from mainly dairy and beef farmers.

“We assess where people are at and put them in a place to get where they want to be,” Mr Jennings said.

The Federal Government is offering Drought Concessional Loans to help farmers recover from drought.

To be eligible, farmers must have experienced rainfall deficiency equivalent to, or worse than, either a one in 10 year or a one in 20 year rainfall event, as indicated in the Rainfall Deficiency Report produced by the Australian Rainfall Deficiency Analyser.

This can be found at: www.bom.gov.au/climate/ada The analyser map shows most farmers in South Gippsland would be eligible, given the lack of rain.

To find out more about assistance available, go to: www.ruralfinancialcounselling. org.au Farmers can take heart in the fact the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting a 65 to 75 per cent chance of southern Victoria receiving greater than average rainfall from February to April.

Considering options: Burra Foods chief executive officer Grant Crothers talks with process operator Rhonda Lane. The company is changing product mixes at its Korumburra factory to cope with reduced milk intake.

Too dangerous: Col Boyd, a resident of Inverloch’s Surf Parade, points out the dangers of cars and cyclists travelling through the chicanes, as well as the skid marks caused by drivers travelling at excessive speeds through the one way point.

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By Tayla Kershaw WITH traffic hitting its peak over the Christmas and New Year break, residents in Inverloch’s Surf Parade claimed the recently installed chicanes cause more harm than good.

Bass Coast Shire Council installed the chicanes last year to slow down traffic in the narrow street and create a safe environment for people accessing the beach.

However, residents believe the chicances have had the opposite effect, with drivers rushing to the chicanes to go through before oncoming traffic and hoons treating the obstacles as a game.

“Most of the time people are courteous but we do hear and see people driving aggressively through the chicanes. The skid marks are there as evidence; it’s definitely a concern,” Surf Parade resident Col Boyd said.

“The chicanes have become a challenge and allegedly there’s a local record for who can go through the fastest.”

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Cattle deaths investigated INVESTIGATIONS are continuing into the deaths of 59 cattle during a transport crossing from Tasmania to Port Welshpool on Sunday, January 31.

The cattle were either dead on arrival or had to be put down due to their condition when they landed in Port Welshpool.

The Victorian Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources and the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment are investigating the deaths.

At this stage all the circumstances, including sea conditions during the crossing, are being investigated.

A well known South Gippsland livestock transporter told The Star crossings from Tasmania to Port Welshpool rarely result in any downer cattle.

“We might have one or

two die every now again from seasickness, but it is rare, unless they have had a very bad trip,” they said.

Lobby group Animals Australia described the incident as “one of the worst live shipping disasters in Australian history” and has called for the suspension of livestock shipments from Tasmania.

“This is another appalling example of commercial interests being put ahead of the interests of animals,” Animals Australia spokesperson Lyn White said.

Animals Australia reported the ship was carrying around 200 cattle from Stanley in Tasmania.

Victorian Agriculture Minister Jaala Pulford said the event was “was deeply unfortunate and extremely concerning”.

She said weather conditions were likely to have been a factor in the deaths.

“Rough seas are likely to have played a major part in this unacceptable event, so the investigation will include a determination of the

facts that were taken into account in deciding to ship the animals at this time,” she said.

“We will work closely

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with our Tasmanian counterparts to ensure a full investigation is carried out into what occurred in this case.”

Park said drivers failed to display etiquette when travelling through the chicanes during busy times.

“There are no signs to say who goes first and on a busy day, cars are lined up bumper to bumper waiting to get through,” she said.

“It has been a disaster. Chicanes make people speed and it’s no surprise they haven’t worked.”

Ms Edwards said the speed humps – which were installed at the same time as the chicanes – had been effective and the chicanes should be replaced with more speed humps.

Some improvements were council’s.

“In addition, we have

been monitoring the operation of traffic calming devices through the Christmas and New Year period by visual traffic surveys and with traffic counters,” council’s general manager infrastructure Felicity Sist said.

However, although there have been no accidents, there have been plenty of near misses through the chicanes.

Mr Boyd believed the chicanes could be improved with a footpath.

“It was my understanding the chicanes would be implemented in conjunction with the footpath,” he said.

“Putting the footpath in would alleviate the danger for cyclists and pedestrians.

We as a community have a responsibility to make sure families can visit our town with their children and feel safe. Pedestrians and cyclists are not seen as a priority.”

Mr Boyd’s wife Yolande Field had a close encounter with oncoming traffic when she tried to go through the chicanes on her bike.

“The chicanes weren’t designed for bikes and pedestrians and now using the road is more dangerous for them than before,” Mr Boyd said.

Mr Boyd said he had hoped to see a footpath developed in 2016 to ensure no accidents occur along Surf Parade.

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Column 7 LEONGATHA’S Eileen Elliott was seen on the television show Australia’s Got Talent last week, dancing in the aisle with judge Ian “Dicko” Dickson while watching her grand-daughters The Elliott Sisters perform in the show. The wartime-era swinging group of Brianna, Lauren and Lexi Elliott advanced to the next round.

YOUNGSTERS enjoyed their first taste of dancing at Lisa Pellin Dancers’ Inverloch classes on Friday, held at the town’s scout hall.

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THE 60th Annual Leongatha Daffodil and Floral Show and Festival will be held from August 25 to 27, 2016.

Being a jubilee year, there will be an emphasis on the show’s history.

The Leongatha Horticultural Society is asking old members to briefly write, or recount, stories or anecdotes that reflect this.

People may send their stories to: Leongatha Daffodil Show, PO Box 371, Leongatha 3953 or email to: Lbrittain@fastmail.fm The stories will be displayed in a history room at the show and kept for the society’s archives.

GIPPSLAND Women’s Health is seeking nominations from across Gippsland to pay tribute to local women.

C e l e b r a t i n g Gippsland Women is a local International Women’s Day initiative that pays tribute to ‘unsung’ women across Gippsland.

Nominations will be accepted in four categories: sexual and reproductive health; prevention of men’s violence against women; mental wellbeing and social connection; and gender

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Nominees and guests will be invited to attend the International Women’s Day movie night on Tuesday, March 8 to receive their acknowledgement.

Further details and a nomination form can be found on the Gippsland Women’s Health website at www.gwhealth.asn. au or by contacting Jan Tracey on 5143 1600 or jan.tracey@gwhealth. asn.au.

Nominations close 5pm, Wednesday, February 24.

A READER is warning South Gippslanders of a scam email that claims recipients have received a traffic infringement notice.

The email purports to be from the Commonwealth of Australia.

A link within the email takes the user to a website with a message stating “Page cannot be found”.

LEONGATHA artist Jenefer Chitty will be holding an exhibition of pastel paintings at the Yarram Courthouse Gallery from February 11 to March 8. The show will open this Saturday, February 13 at 2.30pm

with refreshments. The gallery is at 9 Rodgers Street, Yarram and is open daily from 10am to 4pm, except Wednesdays. Free entry.

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The session will be at held at Lifeline Gippsland on Monday, February 22 from 1-pm. Lifeline Gippsland is at the corner of Church and Fleming streets, Morwell. Cost is $150 per person.

To book or for further information, call the Lifeline office on 5136 3500.

Iconic concert revamped THIS year sees some changes to the concert that has been a highlight of South Gippsland’s musical calendar for 48 years.

For the first time in its history, there will be free entry to the 49th Music for the People concert at Mossvale Park at Berrys Creek.

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The Boroondara Symphonic Band will feature as guest artist, replacing the Victorian Concert Orchestra. This fresh face to the event’s historic lineup will bring the park to life with a repertoire of light classical, popular and show tunes.

The afternoon’s five hours of free entertainment will also include the South Gippsland Concert Band, Wonthaggi Citizens Band and the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band.

Council’s community strengthening support officer Sophie Dixon said Music for the People was the epitome of musical elegance, with the location adding to the whimsical atmosphere on the day.

“Organised by a dedicated band of volunteers, and funded and supported by council, Music for the People is renowned for bringing the community together in an environment that oozes talent, cooperation and relaxation,” she said.

“There really is no other event like it.”

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again encouraged to take advantage of the hospitality being offered by the Leongatha Lions Club by providing seating and afternoon tea for pre-arranged bookings.

As there is no fixed seating or shelter at the park, participants are encouraged to bring a rug, chair, umbrella (for shelter from the rain or sun) and esky to help them enjoy the day.

Limited food and refreshments will also be on sale for a gold coin donation to the Leongatha Lions Club throughout the afternoon.

The event will be held on Sunday, February 28 from 10am. Although free, bookings are requested to help the organisers ensure adequate essential services are available.

Contact Sophie Dixon on 5662 9202 or via email at sophied@southgippsland. vic.gov.au.

For a seniors group booking with organised seating and afternoon tea, contact Graeme Tuckett at the Leongatha Lions Club on 5662 3338.

Great week: Prep students at Powlett River Primary School enjoyed a fantastic first week of school, participating in the better buddies program and completing an induction into the school.

Thrill of a lifetime: young Liam Chiappini was excited to be chosen as junior ringmaster at the Circus Royale in Leongatha last Tuesday night.

He announced the opening of the show and was there for the finale with all the circus performers. He is pictured in his shiny costume with ringmaster and owner Damian Syred. The circus moved to Wonthaggi on the weekend. If you still want to see the circus it will be on in Warragul on Friday-Sunday, February 12-14.Bookings on 0410 669 253.

Rotary pleases raffle winners ISABELLA McLean, president of the Rotary Club of Inverloch, drew the winning tickets of the club’s summer raffle at the Lions’ Community Market in The Glade at Inverloch recently.

She thanked ticket buyers for supporting Rotary and thanked organisations that donated or discounted the prizes.

She said more than 50 percent of funds raised would go to local community projects, with the remainder going to overseas disaster relief.

The first prize winner of the double Hobie kayak was Justine Dickenson. Second prize for two nights at Eug-

Big moment: Inverloch Rotary Club president Isabella McLean draws the raffle with Rotarians Ian Turnbull, Rosa Turner, Anne and Colin Howard looking on. enie’s Penthouse was David Miller from Leongatha.

Third prize went to Deb Anorich. She won two paintings by new local artist Alex Reardon.

Fourth prize of four

rounds of golf at Leongatha Golf Club went to Lisa Byrne of Heidelberg and fifth prize of a boogie board from Island Surf Boards was won by Tania Wynne from Pakenham.

Buskers to entertain THE Korumburra Agricultural and Pastoral Society is pleased to include the South Gippsland Buskers Festival in the show this Saturday.

More entries are welcomed and application forms are available on line www.korumburracommunity.org.au go to Parry’s Korumburra or phone Shirley on 5657 3350 to arrange for them to be emailed. Entries close February 10.

Two entries have been received from Newhaven College and one entry from a Warragul college in the school section.

Primary winners will receive $200 prize money and secondary winners $500.

The open section will so far feature: Newhaven College Choir, The Fabulous Goodie Two Shoes, Maddy and Nick who sing and play guitar together, guitarist and singer Adrian Hall, and guitarist and singer Jackie Van Zelzen.

The society thanks businesses and the

service groups of Korumburra, namely Korumburra Rotary, Korumburra Lions Club and the Koringal Ladies for their help.

There are also categories for under 12 year olds and 12 to 16 year olds who have the opportunity of winning a voucher from two businesses, and those over 16 years.

There will also be two encouragement awards of $100, as well as first prize being four hours’ recording time in a professional recording studio, together with $500, second prize $300 and a third prize of $100.

Other entertainment included at the Korumburra Show from 9am to 4pm will start with Stax the Didgeridoo player and teacher, line dancers and a Scottish bag piper.

There will also be a flyball competition, led by the WonDOG flyball team. ► Read more about the Korumburra Show on pages 18-19.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - PAGE 11

Waste ideas far from rubbish

by Tayla Kershaw GIPPSLAND Waste and Resource Recovery Group (GWRRG) aims to create a greener Gippsland by 2046.

A community forum was held in Wonthaggi on Thursday to allow residents to have their say about effective waste management.

GWRRG, in collaboration with councils including Bass Coast and South Gippsland, is in the process of developing a long term plan for Gippsland’s waste management.

The community consultation was part of a process to develop the implementation plan, which will guide how waste is managed for at least the next decade.

This will reflect the infrastructure plan, which has a strong focus on recycle and reuse.

The goals include reduction of waste in landfills, improved industry viability and the management of landfill land resource recovery facilities.

“Education was a theme that came out of the community forum,” GWRRG engagement and education team leader Ian Needham said.

“There’s a mindset in our society that once you put your waste in the right bin, you’ve done your bit. It is necessary to educate residents about what to do and how to dispose waste appropriately.”

Other themes included separating

green waste from organic waste and reducing landfills.

According to the GWRRG, 40 per cent of the weight in household bins is food organics, paper and cardboard, which can be recycled with appropriate methods.

Reducing landfills with reduce greenhouse gas emissions, operation costs, odour and vermin.

GWRRG fears if something isn’t done now, around 196,000 tonnes of waste will be dumped in landfills within the next 30 years.

“We have done, and continue to do, a lot of work to establish what the various resource streams in Gippsland look like, where they come from and where they go.

This is a vital part of the planning for waste management and important in the context of establishing what we can do better,” GWRRG executive officer Matthew Peake said.

“Waste management and resource recovery are big industries, with the sector employing around 8000 people state wide with an annual turnover of $2.2 billion. As population increases, so will with challenges and opportunities, and this is what we need to focus on in the region.”

More consultations will be held in Foster and Leongatha in the coming weeks.

Foster’s session will be held on February 16 at the Foster community house and Leongatha’s session will be on February 18 in the council chambers at Memorial Hall.

Each day, a business and industry forum from 10am to 12pm and a community forum will be held from 4pm to 5.30pm.

Community concern: from left, Richard Kentwell, Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group project officer Nola Anderson, Rose Thomas, Ron Wangman, Paul Norton and Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group engagement and education team leader Ian Needham discussed ideas to construct a waste management implementation plan at Wonthaggi on Thursday afternoon.

Thrilled: from left, Bass Coast Shire Council’s Annette Waters, Cr Clare Le Serve, Cr Neil Rankine, Wonthaggi cemetery friends group members Renee Loeckenhoff, James McCulley, Margaret McCulley and Noelene Lyons, mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale, deputy mayor Cr Bradley Drew, and council’s Lee-Anne Harmer were pleased to receive more than $100,000 worth of funding to repair the cemeteries in Wonthaggi and San Remo.

Grants save cemeteries A CONTROVERSIAL fight to save the Wonthaggi cemetery from floodwater has resulted in significant funding.

A Department of Health and Human Services grant of $74,580 will ensure drainage issues at the Wonthaggi cemetery are fixed.

Inadequate drainage has caused heartbreak for families, as the graves of their loved ones were flooded during heavy rainfall.

Visitors’ wheelchairs and walkers were often bogged in flooded areas.

Wonthaggi’s Les Larke – along with other volunteers – tirelessly campaigned for funding since November, 2013.

“I am over the moon. It has been a long road and I am delighted Bass Coast Shire Council sourced available funding,” he said.

“Obtaining a grant was significant for us to address the drainage issues we needed to overcome and our access issues so all our valued citizens can pay their respects.”

Mr Larke said hundreds of hours were put in by volunteers to save the cemetery.

“We also contacted the Minister for Local Government and the Department of Health to make sure everyone was fully aware of our circumstances,” he said.

The cemetery trust also allocated $50,000 of trust funds to undertake

drainage and other maintenance works.

The Department of Health and Human Services also issued a $31,636 grant for the San Remo cemetery This money will be spent on safety precautions at the San Remo cemetery, including cutting back trees and appropriate road access.

Bass Coast mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale said the funding was vital to resolve issues at the cemeteries.

The Wonthaggi cemetery friends group was also re-established and is gathering momentum.

If you are interested in joining the friends group, you can contact the trust, care of Bass Coast Shire Council on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211.

Climate a change a hot topic THE recent Paris United Nations Conference on Climate Change resulted in a world agreement to attempt to limit global warming to 1.5°C, but is Australia doing enough?

Chris Heislers from Groundswell said, “Bass Coast is particularly prone to the effects of climate change. Less rainfall, greater climate extremes, more extreme weather events, more bushfires and the dramatic coastal effects of rising sea levels along with the hidden but likely catastrophic effects of ocean.”

Another Groundswell member,

Bron Dahlstrom, said, “I lost my home and a number of friends in the Black Saturday fires.

“With climate change, we are seeing more and more disasters in Australia and all over the world.

“I know what we went through and I hate to think about the number of others who will be similarly affected in increasing numbers. We can’t stop all disasters, but we have to limit those ’natural disasters’ caused by human activity.”

Groundswell Bass Coast members have organised a forum with three internationally acclaimed speakers, all experts in science, economics and psychology.

The speakers include David Karoly, a Professor of Atmospheric Science in the School of Earth Sciences and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate System Science at the University of Melbourne.

John Freebairn, a Professor in economics at the University of Melbourne, and expert in the economics of climate policy; and Carol Ride, a psychologist, and a member of Psycholgy for a Safe Climate.

The forum will be held on Friday, February 19 at 7.30 pm at the Wonthaggi Town Hall. For further information contact Chris Heislers on 0419 556 381.

Better health starts here JODY Saunders has brought her skills in naturopathy to Mirboo North after moving her consultancy to the town pharmacy on Ridgway Street last week.

After 18 years of work in Warragul, Ms Saunders chose to move her business closer to home after having moved to the area five years ago.

“I always liked the idea of natural medicines. The idea that you can improve your health through diet, vitamin and mineral supplement, and herbal remedies, shows just how amazing the body really is,” she said.

Ms Saunders offers a wide range of services suitable for treating a plethora of medical conditions as well as preventative measures.

“I use natural medicines which can assist with a wide variety of health conditions. A lot of the time I see people who need help with stress or energy.

Depending on what they need I make individualised herbal remedies for people to take home,” Ms Saunders said.

Commonly treated conditions also include problems with the immune system, digestion, female hormone conditions and stress related conditions.

Ms Saunders offers a range of therapies including iridology where she checks the client's irises for a better understanding of a client health.

“It is a good indication of where a person's strengths and weaknesses lie,” Ms Saunders said.

“I also run comprehensive screening

New to North: Jody Saunders moved her naturopathy consultancy to Mirboo North Pharmacy last week. test where I check for an understanding of the person's digestive and immune systems. I can see how their antioxidant levels are and check for inflammation.

All of this is projected onto a screen for the person to see.”

Clients can also undergo hair mineral tissue analysis where a hair sample is sent to a laboratory to analyse nutrient content and produce a health report with dietary recommendations.

“The first consultation takes up to two hours so I have a comprehensive understanding of the client's medical history. After that we work with natural remedies. I make up individualised herbal remedies and prescribe vitamins and minerals, and other dietary and lifestyle changes.”

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OPINIONS

Make rail political

I READ with interest a recent editorial in your newspaper regarding the unfortunate demise of the South Gippsland Tourist Railway.

Your editorial was spot on.

The volunteers of this group have kept alive the possibility of passenger rail returning one day to Leongatha.

The fact they have managed to maintain and service the 30 or so kilometres of rail means that for the time being, that track will remain in place.

But getting passenger trains back to Leongatha won’t be easy, because until it becomes a political problem, there won’t be a political solution.

Labor won’t invest the sort of money needed because the seat of

Gippsland South is an extremely strong Nationals seat.

The Coalition won’t invest the money because the seat is not vulnerable.

There have been three passenger lines reopened in living memory and all three occurred because they were in vulnerable seats.

The Ararat and Maryborough lines are in the marginal seat of Ripon which Labor won in 1999.

The Bairnsdale line was in the seat of Gippsland East which was held at the time by an independent MP needed by the Labor Government.

Returning passenger rail to a whole lot of places should be a high priority of this and future governments.

But until electorates like Gippsland South become volatile, the issue isn’t on anyone’s radar.

Craig Wilson.

Beaufort.

E D I T O R I A L Reason for delay must be revealed VICROADS and the State Government know how to deflate the community’s hopes.

Last September, the roads authority announced it would complete a business case for a proposed $51 million realignment of the Black Spur bends on the South Gippsland Highway between Koonwarra and Meeniyan.

The community was delighted and turned up to information sessions VicRoads held at Koonwarra to have a look at the proposal.

It was to be the biggest roadworks in South Gippsland’s recent history, saving the transport industry millions, improving safety for motorists and boosting tourism.

The highway is after all the main route to the region’s tourism jewel, Wilsons Promontory National Park.

As it stands, the Black Spur section is now 3.4km of steep and narrow, winding road with unsealed shoulders. The site has been the subject of 13 reported accidents in the past five years, some involving truck rollovers, impacting 32 people and resulting in four serious injuries.

Last September, VicRoads said the realignment was set to save $31 million in freight costs over 30 years, based on reduced labour, repairs, maintenance and fuel costs as a result of less time taken to navigate the section of the highway.

Other motorists were expected to save $24 million in travel time and the realignment was tipped to cut the incidence of crashes by 80 per cent.

The business case was due to be submitted at state level by the end of last year but now will not be lodged until December this year.

Delays happen for whatever reason but despite repeated requests by The Star for the reason for the delay, VicRoads refused to give a clear explanation.

The community deserves to know why. After all, VicRoads does spend public money.

Did someone in State Government get wind of the $51 million cost and fall off their chair in shock? Was VicRoads’ Gippsland office told to delay the business case or review it and reduce the cost?

The community deserves to know why the business case was put on the backburner and whether there really is any hope of this project seeing the light of day.

The project has been 10 years in the making, with the preferred alignment chosen in 2001 and a public acquisition overlay gazetted in 2003.

Come on VicRoads and State Government; don’t take South Gippslanders for fools. Answers are needed.

Locals to rally at Parliament today GAS protesters from South Gippsland will join a rally in Melbourne today (Tuesday), calling on the State Government to ban onshore gas.

Members of Coal and CSG Free Mirboo North will be at the rally on the steps of the Victorian Parliament on the first sitting day of 2016.

The rally will request the ban and ask for ambitious Victorian Renewable Energy Targets.

Mirboo North group member Marg Thomas said, “This issue is of critical importance to Victoria as demonstrated by the formidable groundswell of opposition to

this industry.

“The rally comes at a pivotal point when government is considering the recommendations of the Inquiry into Unconventional Gas, with a decision to be reached possibly in early March.

“The rally also calls on government to deliver an ambitious Victorian Renewable Energy Target, which is under consideration at this time. Growing renewables is not only environmentally beneficial but economically viable for our state, taking pressure off government to comply with the mining industry’s lobbyists.”

The rally is being organised

by Friends of the Earth and Lock the Gate.

Letters to the Editor

Big stink over parks

IN response to a recent article, “Council’s parks under fire” in The Star.

South Gippsland Shire Council representative Danny McDonald said, “The Yanakie and Long Jetty caravan parks were completely booked out for the Christmas-New Year period.”

Annuals at Yanakie CP are adamant this is false.

Many sites remained empty and the park was never full over Christmas-New Year. On January 3, merely 23 campsites were occupied, about a quarter of those available. The park coordinator even stated the park was “not as full as last year.” Long Jetty annuals reported the park being a “ghost town”.

Why would Mr McDonald state the parks were fully booked?

Visitor Marianne Currey’s assertions regarding issues at Yanakie, including noise, rubbish, poor communication and management are issues annuals have endured since council took over in 2013.

The office is often unattended and management is rarely seen. Yes, there is a number for enquiries, but it is often not answered and some mobiles don’t work at Yanakie!

Many campers arriving at the park after 5pm were unable to raise anyone. This potential revenue bounced off the gate, possibly never to return.

Noise late at night, speeding cars and bikes have become the norm at Yanakie Caravan Park.

Rubbish is an ongoing problem as bins are regularly left full or overflowing and smelling for up to three weeks.

This was highlighted again over the recent holiday period with rubbish spread throughout the park.

Further, the amenities blocks were again a disgrace. Lack of regular cleaning, toilet paper and hand soap are real hygiene issues.

A camper approached the office staff to complain about no toilet paper, only to find she was not the only one complaining.

Staff replied they were far too busy to attend such matters!

These are but a few in a long list of issues of poor management, hygiene and safety at the parks since the council took over.

Yanakie and Long Jetty

caravan parks are great places many campers have enjoyed with their families, historically offering a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere.

The recent deterioration in the parks is regrettable. We hope for both visitors and annuals, council can fix its problems and the parks can recover to their former state.

As for annuals and their future at the parks, Mr McDonald said, “There are currently around 65 annual site holders at Yanakie and 48 at Long Jetty and while some annual site holders decided to leave during the financial year, some new annuals have arrived.”

Whilst Mr McDonald’s statement holds some truth, it also hides important facts.

He fails to mention that about 60 annuals from Yanakie and about 40 from Long Jetty have also vacated since the council took over, with more preparing to go. This represents a loss of income of up to about $400,000 a year.

At Yanakie, only one new annual has entered the park. A similar story at Long Jetty.

Council wants to implement an annual permit system that requires compliance with unnecessary, unreasonable and costly conditions. There has also been about a 30 per cent increase in annual fees!

The annuals of both parks approached the council to discuss reaching a revised set of conditions and fees that would see most annuals remain at the parks.

Unfortunately, the council made it clear it was not willing to discuss these issues.

Many annuals felt little option but to vacate or take legal action.

The matter is now before the Supreme Court of Victoria, awaiting a mediation hearing.

Other committees of management of Crown land caravan parks have worked with government and annuals and found ways to soften the impact of the DEPI guidelines, thus retaining the majority of their annuals.

Why can’t South Gippsland Shire Council do this?

The annuals of Yanakie and Long Jetty sincerely hope council can review its approach and enter mediation with a positive outlook to working towards retaining the remaining annual site-holders.

Damian Lindau, annual site-holder, Yanakie Caravan Park.

Email: letters@thestar.com.au Post: PO Box 84 Leongatha 3953 Fax: 03 5662 4350

Council must back historical society’s plan AS a part-time resident of Inverloch for the past 17 years, my wife and I endeavour to take an interest in local events and the history of the area.

To this end and because we both are keen on the local history of our home area, we recently visited the Inverloch Historical Society’s photograph display on the day of the recent regatta.

We were so impressed by the enthusiasm of the committee members and conversely, so sympathetic to their unsuccessful attempts to gain council support for a more appropriate and permanent headquarters.

We understand the society has been actively lobbying council for the former Rangers Hut as a headquarters to accommodate its important memorabilia material and to locate the old Inverloch Jail next to the Ripple display area. This strategy would create a most enviable and appropriate historical precinct and provide appropriate recognition of the heritage of the area.

As a former councillor for over seven years and a dual term shire president, I am at a loss to understand the attitude of the Bass Coast Council and the associated lack of support to the issues I have raised.

Whilst I am not privy to factual information and am perhaps stepping into contentious terrain and could well be proven wrong, from what I understand, I cannot see any significant cost impact nor any unsurmountable logistical impediment to utilising the establishment of a permanent facility and the establishment of the foundation of a historical precinct.

I understand the Rangers Hut is currently used by the yacht club for drying clothes or similar which could possibly be done in a converted shipping container or similar within the club’s property, thus releasing this building to the historical society?

Also, I understand the society has been unsuccessful in obtaining council’s support and relevant approvals to erect the small former jail as described above.

Such a lack of support for a societally important community group and its significance to the area is in my opinion a clear contradiction of the fundamental role

of local government.

Let’s face it: it would not result in more dogs or a major adverse environmental issue, both of which appear to dominate a lot of the local councils and I suggest, particularly Councillor Crugnale’s focus.

I urge council to provide the Inverloch Historical Society with a more appropriate and deserved level of support.

Peter Marke, Upwey.

Drop reference to McMillan AS the Labor candidate for the seat of McMillan in the upcoming federal election, I have been asked many times about whether it is time to change the name of the seat.

Our electorate is named after Angus McMillan one of the original Scottish pioneers, who came here in the 1800s to carve out a new life for his family.

Along with several other settlers, he was responsible for the murder and massacre of the local indigenous people in a number of different places across Gippsland.

It is part of our history as a region and the facts are undisputable.

Make no mistake the original inhabitants of our land have not forgotten.

There are many good people directly descended from the original white settlers who wish for a way to help heal the hurt and suffering caused. They know deep down that it is not right to continue venerating Angus McMillan’s name.

In my opinion we are well overdue for a name change and we should embrace the opportunity to have the conversation as a community about how we wish to be known.

The value in changing the name away from McMillan is recognising the wrongs and making a clear statement as a community that we are for recognition and reconciliation.

We have an opportunity to build consensus and lobby for a name change next year as part of the federal electoral boundary redistribution process.

Join me in letting the Australian Electoral Commission know that we want a name for our federal seat that more closely aligns with our values and aspirations.

Chris Buckingham, Labor candidate for McMillan.

VOXPOP! VOX “What are your plans for Valentine’s Day?”

“I don’t have any plans.

I don’t tend to celebrate Valentine’s.”

Barb Daff, Port Welshpool.

“I will hopefully have a nice dinner with my partner. I will probably be cooking.”

Dana McMullin, Wonthaggi.

“I don’t have much planned. I might buy my girlfriend some flowers.”

Nick Battersby, Leongatha.

“I have no plans because I am on my own.”

Peter Young, Buffalo.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - PAGE 13

No wind worries Bald Hills neighbours back turbines

By Brad Lester NEIGHBOURS of the Bald Hills Wind Farm at Tarwin Lower have supported the controversial project that has typically received criticism from farmers living nearby.

While noise, shadow flicker and health problems are often reported by wind farm critics as issues associated with living next to turbines, for Bruce and Rae Jarrett, the experience has been far different.

They reside just one

kilometre from the nearest turbine and are within full view of 44 of the 52 turbines.

“We have no elevated blood pressure, we have no headaches, we are sleeping well,” Rae said.

“It’s not disturbing us at all. People complain they cannot sleep but when we go to the city we can’t sleep because of the traffic noise.”

Bruce added, “We are not saying we can’t hear it occasionally but it does not get to us. As far as ruining our lives, it did not happen.”

Even with windows open at night, the Jarretts

said the hum of the turbines was audible only occasionally and even then did not concern them.

“The water birds are noisier,” Rae said.

“We certainly can’t hear the turbines over the TV and we certainly can’t hear them over a conversation.”

When The Star visited the Jarretts, turbine noise was evident, but minimal and not disturbing.

“Probably because the wind farm is at the rear of us, the view has not been an issue and the fact they went up one at a time, we adjusted to the change in the view,” Rae said.

The Jarretts can see turbines as they enter their driveway but the bases of the turbines are screened by trees along a creek.

Along their property boundary, Bald Hills Wind Farm planted trees that will eventually provide further screening and the company also erected new fencing.

As a permaculturalist, Rae supports renewable energy.

“If someone was going

to build a coal fueled power station next to the wind farm, I would object. I’m really happy to have this wind farm,” she said.

Bald Hills Wind Farm received criticism from some in the community about the standard of local roads during construction, but the Jarretts believe Buffalo-Waratah Road has never looked better.

“They certainly did more on the road than the council

did,” Bruce said.

“Construction time was very busy but when we made a phone call about the dust, they would come down with the water truck.”

The Jarretts do not believe the wind farm has impacted their value of their five acre property and will learn if that is the case when they list their home for sale in the middle of this year.

The Jarretts said they are selling to relocate to be

closer to their family, not because of the wind farm.

“People out there might have an issue with the wind farm but we are probably lucky because of the location, being tucked in under the hill,” Bruce said.

The Jarretts and other properties bordering the wind farm host noise monitoring stations that record noise produced by the turbines, to ensure levels comply with permit conditions.

Parliamentary honour for Peter THE late Peter Carruthers of Leongatha was mentioned in Federal Parliament, Canberra, by McMillan MP Russell Broadbent last Thursday.

Mr Carruthers was president of the Leongatha RSL, a businessman in town, golfer and family man. He died on December 18, 2015.

The MP said, “Peter Carruthers has been an active advocate for the Leongatha RSL and veteran community, not to mention a welcoming presence at every event I attended with him.

“I remember last year’s Australia Day function at Leongatha with affection, with Peter a most worthy recipient of Leongatha and District’s 2015 Australia Day Citizen of the Year award.

“As I wrote to Peter in the wake of that event, the Australia Day awards

Significant contribution: the late Peter Carruthers was recognised for his community service in Federal Parliament last Thursday. are an opportunity for the local community to pay tribute to you, a great Australian, whom we admire and whose selfless contribution makes a real difference to our local communities. Peter certainly fitted the bill.

“Peter was never motivated by awards, but,

rather, a selfless dedication to others. It was evident in everything he did. Aside from his unwavering commitment to the RSL and veterans, I know he was also a keen golfer and golfing administrator and gave his all to the sport.

“As a former president and vice-president at the Foster Golf Club, not to mention a long-time South Gippsland Men’s secretary and president, he did a great deal to promote the game to young and old alike.

“I know he will be missed by his wife Carole and his children Scott, Mark, Helen, Greg and Dale, their partners, and his 10 young grandchildren.

“The wider community will mourn his passing too.

Peter was a man of integrity and a credit to his family and community. The legacy he leaves behind is a big one. He may have departed in body, but his spirit will always remain in South Gippsland.”

Great garage sale LEONGATHA’S South Gippsland Offroad held a successful garage sale on Saturday.

The Tilson Court business gave customers a range of exceptional deals to make way for new stock.

“We accumulated a lot of stock and we decided it was worth giving our customers some great bargains for the weekend,”

Happy neighbours: Bruce and Rae Jarrett are comfortable living next to the Bald Hills Wind Farm, saying they have no issues with noise or visual impact.

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manager Glenn Markley said.

“It was a really good day. People came in and we did quite a few sales. There were ex-display fridges and bull bars on sale as well as a wide range of four wheel drive accessories.”

“It was a first garage sale and given its success we will consider running it again in the future.”

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Council backs community groups

AusNet winners: from left, Corinella Bowling Club, SalvoCare Eastern Youth Services, Dalyston Hall Committee, Rhyll Community Association, Rhyll Mechanics Hall and Park Committee and Inverloch Stars Soccer Club were recipients of the AusNet Energising Your Community Grants at Bass Coast Shire Council’s community grants presentation last Tuesday, February 2.

Award recipients: Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale and Cr Clare Le Serve (centre) with Anderson Ward community grant recipients, from left, Patchworkers Incorporated, Corinella Bowls Club and Archies Creek Community Hall Committee, who received three grants for funding particular projects.

Ward awards: Hovell Ward Community Grant recipients with Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale (centre) from left, Wonthaggi Bowling Club, Wonthaggi Kindergartens Inc, Wonthaggi Life Saving Club, Groundswell Bass Coast and Wonthaggi and District Historical Society.

Thieves hit charity

By Lucy Johnson LUNCHWORKS Cafe in Leongatha was the latest victim of a theft after a donation tin for the Royal Children’s Hospital was taken from the counter.

Tin taken: Faye Olcorn of Lunchworks Cafe in Leongatha indicates where the Royal Children’s Hospital donation tin stood before it was stolen.

Owner Faye Olcorn said she noticed the tin was missing on Wednesday morning when she was opening the McCartin Street shop.

“The tin probably had between $100 and $150 in it,” she said.

“A lot of our younger customers are always putting change in the tin and it had accumulated a bit of money for the hospital.”

Mrs Olcorn said while it was not likely the thief would be caught, she wants to make

other businesses with donation tins in store aware of the risk.

“They have stolen money from children in hospital and it is a very low act,” she said.

“There are a number of other businesses who have tins out too and we do not want the same thing to happen to them.”

Mrs Olcorn reported the incident to Leongatha Police, who recommended other businesses heed the warning.

“We would suggest that store owners find a way to secure their tins to ensure they cannot be easily taken from the business,” Senior Constable Rohan Michael said.

“Staff should also do their best to not leave counters unattended. It does not take long for somebody to come along and run off with money.”

BASS Coast Shire Council distributed its third round of community grants at a presentation event last Tuesday evening, February 2.

Council combined its grant awards alongside the AusNet Energising Your Community grant presentations to distribute more than $20,000 to community groups within the shire.

Between the two programs, community groups shared in $44,350 across 38 grants.

“Council is focused on building relations and strengthening partnerships with organisations and to promote Ausnet’s grants and combine celebrations with the recipients made a lot of sense,” mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale said.

“Both council and AusNet are in the service provision business and the awarded funds span a fabulous spectrum of projects and activities right across the shire, all administered by equally fabulous and dedicated volunteers.”

Projects to improve the facilities of local community halls were well represented across both programs with Archies Creek Hall and Rhyll Hall both awarded grants.

Funding also helped a number of community organisations including Inverloch Surf Lifesavers, the Country Fire Authority and a number of sporting groups including Wonthaggi Bowling Club and Inverloch Stars Soccer Club.

The Corinella Floral Art Show was the first AusNet recipient that received funding for new display cabinets.

The Phillip Island Patchworkers Association Incorporated received funding for materials and fabric to sew comfort quilts for disadvantaged people.

Phillip Island Artists Society also received funding for display cabinets which will be used for upcoming exhibitions.

Cr Neil Rankine awarded Groundswell Bass Coast a grant for its upcoming climate change forum. The group plans to use its funds to further educate and inform the community about the dangers of Climate Change in the 2016: Beyond Paris forum.

Wonthaggi Bowls Club will use its funding for indoor carpet bowls while the Wonthaggi Kindergartens Incorporated will buy new play equipment with the grant it obtained.

Wonthaggi Surf Live Saving Club received funding for a new projector which will be used for training new volunteer lifesavers.

Bass Valley Community Group received funding for a new lawnmower while Corinella Bowling Club obtained a grant for maintaining the green.

Corinella and Inverloch CFA brigades received funding for office equipment and new training tools respectively while the Grantville Cemetery Trust will continue to maintain the grounds with its funding.

The Wildlife Rescue and Carer Shelter in Phillip Island has had its budgetary strain lifted after it received a community grant fund alongside Phillip Island Bowling Club, that will use its grant to purchase a new wireless microphone.

History will continue to be preserved on Phillip Island as both the Genealogical Society and District Historical Society received community grants.

Inverloch Bowls Club will manage to build new water drinking fountains after it received funding alongside Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club which obtained funds for its Nippers program.

Phillip Island National Surf Reserve received funding to preserve history through its archives and the Bass Coast Board Riders will now be able to afford new equipment after Bass Coast Shire Council gave it a grant.

Safety plea A RECENT rescue at Anderson Inlet has served as a reminder for people to be aware of tides when crossing sandbanks.

Inverloch State Emergency Service responded to a call at 10pm on Sunday, January 10 after a family became stranded on a sandbank opposite Cuttriss Street following a sudden rise in the tide.

Police units and paramedics attended the scene, and SES launched a rescue vessel and quickly found the family.

The family of two adults and two children were returned without injury to Inverloch Jetty at 10.45pm.

“Although this rescue was successful, due to a rapid response from the SES volunteers, it was a timely reminder of the need to be conscious of tidal movements, particularly if you venture onto the sandbanks around sunset,” Inverloch SES representative Bob Smith said.

“Anderson Inlet is well known for its moving sandbanks and channels which pose a threat to boating, jet skis and other users. What is often forgotten is the fact that rising tides can cut off sightseers walking on the exposed sandbanks.

“While it is reasonably simple to paddle back through shallow water in daylight, this becomes difficult and dangerous at night when the depth of water is difficult, if not impossible, to judge and sharp drop offs into deep channels are a real danger.”

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School bells ring for 2016 Bigger and brighter at Welshpool WELSHPOOL and District Primary School is ready for 2016 with an interesting curriculum.

The school has wel-

comed three new preps and an increase in enrolments on the previous year.

Principal Gabbi Boyd said the school welcomes Sophie Callcott to teach the Grade 4/5/6 class.

“Sophie will share this class with me and Jo Healy will return to the P/1/2/3 classroom. Sue Dower will again take French,” she said.

At the end of 2015, the school opened its new shelter shed area.

“This now houses our gardening equipment and sport shed. The students will also use this area as an outdoor eating area as well as an alternative learning space,” Ms Boyd said.

“Term one will see our students participate in our swimming program, and

district and division sport.

The Grade 5/6 students will participate in a quantum excursion.”

The school will this year run a whole school literacy program. Prep to Grade 6 will be sharing the same learning space and will be taught by both teachers.

Fresh faces: from left, Toby, Charlee and Josh were excited to spend some of their first day at Welshpool and District Primary School on the playground.

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Three new preps have joined the school, taking total enrolments to 41, which is slightly less than last year.

Principal David Tyler said the numbers have allowed the school to maintain three classrooms.

“This year, our focus will be on the teaching strategies research has shown to have the greatest impact on student learning,” he said.

“This will be coupled with our continued focus on creating a safe and supportive learning environment.”

The school’s parents association held a trivia night fundraiser at the end of 2015, which raised a substantial amount of money for improvements at the school.

Mr Tyler said some of the funds will be used to complete a barbecue area for the school and the wider community in front of the

stadium.

“The remainder of those funds will allow us to replace whiteboards in the classrooms with smart televisions,” he said.

Term one will once again be jam packed with sporting activities, including swimming and athletics.

Mr Tyler said encouraging students to express their views, and providing opportunities for parents and community members to have input into school events and activities would be a focus in 2016.

“The introduction of a steering committee to provide ideas and input into the continued improvement of the school is something that has several of our senior students very excited,” he said.

Students on the steering committee are Zane Baker, Xavier Westbrook and Isaac Tanner. The 2016 school captain is Ava Brown.

The house captain of Agnes is Jaxon Lewis and the captain of Franklin is William Cashin.

Foster heads into 2016 STUDENT enrolments are up at Foster Primary School this year and the whole school is looking forward to starting off 2016 with a bang.

The school has welcomed 211 students this year, up from 195 students in 2015.

The new prep students have settled in well, following on from the transition program which took place over seven weeks in term four.

There are nine full time teachers at Foster, as well as a French teacher. The school will also welcome new art teacher April Farlow, new music teacher Felicity Weight and new welfare officer Sara Janssen.

School principal Lorraine Gurnett said this year, the school will be focusing on inquiry based learning.

“All classes are focusing on essential questions based around community for the first term and then all classes will have the same theme running across the school each term,” she said.

“The aim is to develop more independent learners, actively engaged with, and in control of their own learning.”

Highlights of term one include the swimming program for grades 3 to 6, a visit from EcoHub for grades 3 to 6, preparation for the Foster Show and Clean Up Australia Day. Ms Gurnett said on a recent visit to the United Kingdom, she made contact with several schools, with the vision of developing some partnerships.

“We hope to link our Grade 3/4 students with Grade 3/4 students at Townsend Road First School in Somerset and our Grade 5/6 students with Grade 5/6 students at Thames Road Academy in Lancashire,” she said.

“I am hoping the students will learn about different cultures across the world, as they develop into global citizens of the future.”

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Children’s centre on schedule CONSTRUCTION of the new Karmai Community Children’s Centre in Korumburra is on schedule and is expected to be completed in December this year.

This is a credit to all involved, according to South Gippsland Shire

Council’s project coordinator Tony Peterson, after the construction start date was initially delayed due to underground service relocation works.

“The bulk excavations, piling works, footings and blockwork to the underside of floor level are complete, the concrete slab has been poured and structural steelwork is currently being fab-

Raising the future: on Thursday, a team of workers including Andrew Soplakow from Mirboo North’s Strzelecki Engineering, aided by a giant crane, positioned steel for the flooring of the Karmai Community Children’s Centre.

ricated off site,” he said.

The contract to upgrade Princes Street - the road from which the new centre will be accessed - has been awarded and works will begin within five weeks.

Gravel material removed from Princes Street will be used for the proposed car park.

Council’s director corporate and community services Jan Martin said on-

going communication with stakeholders had been the key to the project’s success from the outset.

“The community sees what is happening on site but there is also so much

going on behind the scenes to ensure the Karmai Community Children’s Centre is the best it can be,” she said.

Mrs Martin said the centre was driven by a dedicated group of repre-

sentatives.

“The entire region will benefit from the facility’s focus on meeting the critical need for children’s services in Korumburra and surrounds,” she said.

Arts vision kicks off ARTISTS and others met at the Koonwarra Town Hall on Friday evening to discuss plans for the Regional Arts Victoria Small Town Transformations grant application.

Koonwarra artist Meg Viney organised the meeting in which storeowners, residents, artists and community groups shared ideas to be put forward in the impending application.

“The Small Town Transformations is now in its second round and Koonwarra would be a perfect town to receive the funding,” Ms Viney said.

“There is not a great sense of connectedness in the town at the moment and that is something we would like to change.”

If successful, Koonwarra would receive a grant of $350,000 over two years to build a transformative arts precinct and event to enhance arts within the community.

While the overall plan for the project is still being refined, there is a unanimous interest in the construction of a rotunda near

the entrance of the village.

“At the moment there is not anywhere for people to stop and have a picnic, so people tend to pass through the town instead of stopping,” Ms Viney said.

Attendees discussed the possibility of building a number of walking trails around the village which could inform visitors of the local history of the surrounds.

“We would like the trail to link in a number of areas of the town and incorporate a number of local resources,” Ms Viney said.

South Gippsland Shire Councillor Andrew McEwen said in order for the application to be successful, a strong theme would need to be established.

“We need something that really stands out amongst the other applications. We need a powerful theme overall in order to catch the panel’s attention,” he said.

The group will combine its ideas into a plan before writing the application for consideration by the end of the month.

“We had a phenomenal number of brilliant ideas shared at the meeting. Now we just need to turn it into a solid, clear application,” Ms Viney said.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - PAGE 17

Knitters urged to comfort babies

By Brad Lester BABIES could be kept warmed in ambulances across Victoria thanks to a campaign initiated by Arawata’s Lee-Anne McLean.

Holiday hotspot: Fred Piscopo owns a holiday house at Venus Bay and is one of the many visitors who shop regularly at Venus Bay Store, where Stacie Craven meets customers’ needs.

Summer’s sweet at Venus Bay VENUS Bay has been transformed into a busy, vibrant seaside town over summer, with the town increasing in size by 10 fold.

The town has less than 400 permanent residents but during summer the population swells beyond 4000 when holiday home owners and other visitors arrive.

Eighty percent of the town’s homes are holiday houses and summer is the peak occupancy rate.

Coastal businesses rely on the bustling summer trade to boost their bank balances and summer is so far proving a winner for the new owners of the Venus Bay Store.

Neil and Fiona Williams have enjoyed their first summer of trade, with a steady flow of local and tourist customers.

“It’s our first summer so we have not

got anything to compare it to, but a lot of locals support us too,” Mr Williams said.

“We did not really have that much hot weather but hopefully we will get a few hot weekends in February.”

Their daughter Liz Williams said holidaymakers frequented the shop throughout the January school holidays.

“There are a holiday houses down here, so they are the regular holidaymakers. They have been supporting us and get their coffee early in the morning,” she said.

“We’ve been selling sunscreen, hats, liquor and ice cream, and all the café food has been popular.

“There are still people around but you can notice the difference now school has gone back, but we expect that in a seasonal area like this.”

Rotary hosts Island celebration THE Australia Day celebrations on Phillip Island were again hosted by the Rotary Club of Phillip Island and San Remo, in Cowes.

For the past 10 years the club has worked with Bass Coast Shire Council to facilitate the Australia Day celebrations, which historically have included the presentation of the Citizen of the Year, the Citizenship Ceremony and the Ambassador’s Address, as well as providing a sausage sizzle and other family friendly activities such as face-painting for the children.

This year the celebration included an exhibit of historic Ferguson tractors by the local Ferguson Club.

“It is a great pleasure for our club to host this significant celebration,” Rotary club president Keith Gregory said.

Guests heard from the joint Bass Coast Citizens of the Year Allison O’Halloran and Trish Hogan. Deserving winners, these citizens revitalised the Bass Coast Boardriders Club, which was almost defunct in 2013 and is again a thriving and providing opportunities for local youth.

Encouraging speakers: Bass Coast Shire Council’s Citizens of the Year Allison O’Halloran and Trish Hogan addressed Phillip Island’s Australia Day event.

The graduate paramedic has launched a call for knitters to create bonnets for babies to wear when they are rushed from their homes to hospital following emergency births at home.

Ambulance Victoria has supported the campaign that aims to collect 1500 knitted, crocheted or sewn bonnets and place two bonnets in each of the 700 ambulances in the state.

“Not only will paramedics have a purpose made, home knitted or home sewn bonnet to keep the babies’ head warm, but the parent/s will have a keepsake memento to go with their unique birthing story,” Mrs McLean said.

“Babies lose a lot of heat through their heads so it’s really important for paramedics to maintain their body temperature.

“If babies get cold, they can get low body temperature which can lead to infections.”

The project Lee’s Bonnets for Babies has already received donations as well as interest from as far afield as Scotland and Japan.

“One lady is already posting 15 bonnets from Scotland that she made in 12 days. How cool is that?”

Mrs McLean said.

“Everyone loves babies because they are valuable and they need our help.”

Should Mrs McLean receive more bonnets than Victorian ambulances need, bonnets will be sent to ambulance services interstate.

“I’m going to learn how to knit a bonnet,” she said.

Mrs McLean had two dreams in life: to be a mother and to be a paramedic.

With her children Tait, Tayla and Ri now older, she finally embarked on a three year course to become a paramedic.

Firstly, she raised funds towards the course by appearing on the television game show Deal or No Deal.

She travelled to the Australian Catholic University’s city campus every day for

Baby care: graduate paramedic Lee-Anne McLean is inviting the community to support her project to equip Victoria’s ambulances with baby bonnets.

Inset: So cute: Lee-Anne and Bret McLean’s grandson, Anakin, son of Tait and Beth McLean. three years and completed the comprehensive course last year.

It was while studying obstetrics emergencies she learnt ambulances were not equipped with gear to keep babies’ heads warm.

“Often paramedics are called to where babies were being born at home and would need to be taken to hospital,” Mrs McLean said.

While she hopes for a job as a paramedic, Mrs McLean is now working at Neerim South as an ambulance community officer assisting paramedics from Warragul.

“I’ve dreamt of being a paramedic since my brother was killed as a 17 year old in a hit and run. I was 10 at the time,” she said.

“I joined the CFA as a 14 year old because I wanted to

help people and remember watching the ambos work and from then I wanted to be a paramedic.”

To donate, post bonnets to PO Box 375, Korumburra 3950 or see the Facebook page: Lee’s “Bonnets for Babies”.

Bonnets must be new, without neck ties, tightly knitted and made with love.

Patterns are available on the Facebook page.

Stop agapanthus BASS Coast Shire Council is asking residents to keep an eye out for agapanthus, a common environmental weed.

It originally comes from South Africa and spreads quickly through bushland reserves.

The seeds are dispersed by birds, wind and water, carried on boots and clothing, and from dumping of garden rubbish in bushland, coastal areas and roadsides.

It has large sky blue or white flowers

in summer on one metre high stalks and their thickened fleshy roots perform much the same function as a bulb.

“If you have this weed in your garden, please dig it out by the roots and put in the rubbish bin rather than dispose of it as green waste, as this can lead to further spread of the weed across the shire,” council’s manager sustainable environment Deirdre Griepsma said.

Alternatively, cut off seed heads and dispose of in the rubbish.

Mayor’s message Cr Bob Newton CONSTRUCTION works for the new Karmai Community Children’s Centre in Korumburra are on schedule and it’s an absolute credit to all involved after the start date was initially delayed due to underground service relocation works.

If all continues to go to plan, the centre will be complete in December this year.

The first concrete slab was poured last week and it really showcases the enormity of the project. The bulk excavations, piling works, footings and blockwork to the underside of floor level are complete and struc-

tural steelwork is currently being fabricated off site.

The bricks and mortar allows the community to see what is happening on site, but there is also so much going on behind the scenes to ensure this project is successful right from the start.

This unique community initiated project, driven by a dedicated group of representatives, will meet the critical need for children’s services in Korumburra and surrounds.

The official unveiling of the Leongatha RSL Place of Reflection was a success, again due to teamwork and cooperation between stakeholders. I would especially

like to congratulate the Leongatha RSL and Council staff for leading the way.

The event proved to be quite emotional for some, which really reiterates the importance of this rededication to the community.

The Leongatha RSL has been researching the names of service men and women who enlisted in the Leongatha area during the Great War 1914-1918 for a number of years. Plaques of the 337 names are displayed within a Rotunda at the beginning of the Avenue of Honour (Leongatha Recreation Reserve – Pioneer Gates).

The Place of Reflection is a significant landmark for Leongatha’s rich history and could not have been possible without Federal

Government funding. It sits perfectly in a place away from the busy-ness of town where visitors can sit quietly and reflect on the past.

Entries are now open for the annual Sustainability Festival Recycled Art Exhibition.

This event provides a chance for local residents to demonstrate their creative skills by designing a piece of artwork using 80 per cent recycled materials.

This year’s theme is ‘Plastic does not go away’ and is again the result of a successful partnership; supported by South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shire Councils.

The exhibition opens on March 12 and will be held at the Coal Creek Community Park and Museum Gallery in Korumburra.

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Michelle George, the business manager at Korumburra Veterinary Clinic, said there is only a very small window of opportunity for owners to teach pups good

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A puppy’s life from six weeks to 16 weeks of age is known as the socialisa-

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Show promises a feast of entertainment The Korumburra Show this Saturday and Sunday, February 13 and 14 is bigger and better than ever.

There is of course the carnival with all the usual fun and games, but the show is about more than its most visible elements and sideshow alley.

The art and craft submitted for judging this year will include a photography component and many exhibits from the junior 13– 16 year age group.

There is the incredible illusionist Lachlan Wilde from Somerville, the Australian Junior Champion of Stage Magic who never fails to pull a large crowd.

Indeed, there is something to excite everyone at the show.

The flyball dog competition is an event that is growing in popularity and greatly entertaining to watch as the canine entrants and their masters navigate their way around an obstacle course, and perform tricks and re-

Welcome: president of the Korumburra and District Agricultural and Pastoral Show organising committee Doug Appleton says the community can look forward to a show that is bigger and better than ever.

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Known for their livestock guarding capabilities, the Maremma sheepdog rescue program is impressive.

The South Gippsland Buskers Festival is now part of the show and with its $500 prize for the winning adult act, is sure to grow from one year to the next, into a major feature of the show.

Stax will perform with his didgeridoo throughout the day and children will enjoy the Barn Buddies Animal Farm and the pet parade. There will be judging in 15 categories including ‘The pet most like its owner’ and ‘Best tail wagger.’

There will be highland piping and line dancing with plenty of opportunities to join in, and of course the judging of Miss Show Girl, Little Miss Showgirl and Master Tot Boys.

The region’s best vegetables, potted plants and hanging baskets, flowers, knitting, woodwork, patchwork quilting, floral art, preserves, mosaics, scrapbooking and home-

made gift cards and baking are sure to inspire.

This year, one of the many highlights is sure to be The Great Apple Pie Competition.

For the first time home brewers will punt with their beer, cider, wine and cordial.

The stockyard pens will be full of cattle, sheep and poultry, and the pavilions will be chock full of home grown interest, but the main arena will be a focus with horses from Pintos, Shetlands, miniatures, hacks, Galloways, Arabians and more, with Sunday packed with eventing.

It is the 121st Korumburra and District Agricultural and Pastoral Show and its success is due to the enormous effort of a dedicated band of locals.

As the president of the organising committee Doug Appleton said, “The show would not be a success without the exhibitors in all sections and classes, and the great support we get from our very generous sponsors who provide trophies and prizes.”

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School bells ring for 2016

Basketball buddies: back from left, new Year 7s Josh, Taj, Gavin and Brandon, and front, from left, Lachlan, Sam and Tajh got to know each other during lunch time at Mirboo North Secondary College last week.

New friends at Mirboo North Reading ready: back, from left, Riley, Flynn and Ashton, and front, from left, Zoe, Tyler and Rhian had a fantastic start to the school year at Mirboo North Primary School.

Mirboo under new leadership STUDENTS at Mirboo North Primary School got off to a flying start last week as Matthew Snell took over as the school’s new principal.

After two years as acting assistant principal, Mr Snell is taking on the role in what is sure to be a big year.

“It is a great community here and it is a great school. I am looking forward to what this year brings,” he

said.

With 40 Preps enrolled at Mirboo North Primary School, the student population will stay at a healthy average of 298 students over 13 classrooms.

“We are looking to change the structure of the school. We are looking to develop our information, communication and technology classes and making changes to the grounds and facilities within the school,” Mr Snell said.

Fifty-three new Year 7s have joined the purple population from a number of schools across the region.

Despite the wet weather, students got out on the playground last Wednesday in a bid to make new friends.

The students will be working on a range of new projects this year, including a partnership with Murray Goulburn to learn about the dairy industry.

The school is seeking funding from the State Government to redevelop the current multipurpose room on campus.

“We hope to update that area into a great learning space. We want it to be redeveloped into a feature area of the school,” Mr Snell said.

“Our students and staff are focusing the first semester on reading comprehension across all year levels and next semester will be more maths based learning.”

Wonthaggi North excited

Monkey business: back, from left, Melissa, Tuleisha, Grace and Gemma, and middle, from left, Mikaeli, Paige and Mia and front, Emily enjoyed playing around at Mirboo North Secondary College last week.

Opportunities galore at Wonthaggi PS

WITH 49 new preps in the mix, 2016 promises to be an exciting year for Wonthaggi North Primary School.

The year will be action packed, with plenty of events coming up in term one.

Students from grades three to six have started their swimming program.

The program aims to strengthen their swimming skills and increase their understanding of water safety.

Running for seven weeks, the swimming program culminates in the house swimming sports on March 24.

Swimmers who excel at this level will go on to compete for the school later in the year.

The school has maintained its strong focus on indigenous studies in its curriculum and an indigenous incursion will be held on February 29.

The school community is also thrilled to support student Mathew Stannard in the World’s Greatest Shave.

He is currently in remission and is aiming to raise $2000 for the Leukaemia Foundation.

His shave will be held in the school gym on March 11 with the support of his teachers and peers.

MIRBOO North Secondary College students have had a stellar start to the new school year.

LEARNING opportunities have increased at Wonthaggi Primary School.

Lots of fun: from left, Prep teacher Lisa Butcher taught new students Ella (left) and Shae (right) the fun of patterns and counting on their first day of school at Wonthaggi North Primary School.

Right, First day: Prep student Michaela said goodbye to mum Heidi McGuirk before school started at Wonthaggi North Primary School.

The students will be given the opportunity to be taught under maths and science specialist Chris Terlich and literacy specialist Karyn Thomas.

The school successfully applied for the two year specialist program and the in school specialists will work with all grades.

Students will also participate in an extended Japanese program. Japanese as a second language was limited last year but will now be available to all grades due to an increase in staff levels.

New graduate Emily Azzopardi will be teaching at the school in 2016 and Rebecca Vagg will be a Grade 3/4 classroom teacher.

The swimming program will start in term one and, thanks to the parents who raised $10,000 for solar heating, the pool is always warmed to 28-30 degrees.

The money was raised by the parents through major events including Mini Mudda, which will run

again later this year.

During the school holidays, building works were completed including insulation and access ramps added to the office, the gym and

the classrooms.

“It was great to see the students come back so excited and ready to learn,” principal Leonie Anstey said.

Ready to learn: from left, new preps Arlia and Lily were thrilled to start school at Wonthaggi Primary School.

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Keep ya cool!

Be water smart in South Gippsland SOUTH Gippsland Water has the right advice to help you cope with the dry season.

Efficient thinking: from left, South Gippsland Water’s Ros Griggs and Vanessa Facey were giving away trigger nozzles and water saving shower heads in Korumburra and Leongatha last Tuesday, February 2, to promote a water saving culture in South Gippsland.

To promote water saving, South Gippsland Water ran stalls in Korumburra and Leongatha to advocate appropriate lifestyle changes last Tuesday, February 2.

Trigger nozzles for hoses, water saving shower heads, rain gauges, shower timers, flow restrictors and fertiliser were given away at the stalls to set the community on a water saving path.

“This season has been drier than

most and it’s good to see community groups stopping to ask. We even had a man from the Korumburra Caravan Park agree to replace the current shower heads with water efficient shower heads,” South Gippsland Water’s Ros Griggs said.

Ms Griggs also offered some handy advice to reduce water usage in the home.

She encouraged residents to water their gardens within the designated hours, as watering the middle of the day will only lead to quicker evaporation.

“You can use a timer to take shorter

showers. This will save you money as well as water because you will use less electricity,” Ms Griggs said.

“Make sure you fill up your washing machine – as it uses around 90 litres of water per wash – and fix any leaking taps.”

South Gippsland Water will be back in Korumburra and Leongatha today (February 9) to answer your water saving questions.

The Korumburra stall will be available from 9.30am to 11.30am, with the Leongatha stall available from 12.30pm until 2.30pm.

Wes comforts clients on hot summer days FOR 34 years Wes Jones has been keeping people cool.

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Wes Jones Air Conditioning undertakes domestic and light commercial work across South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires.

Based in Tarwin Lower, the self employed refrigeration mechanic is licensed and registered, and promises first class work.

Mr Jones works with a licensed electrician, offering air conditioner sales, installation, servicing, repairs and removals.

He is familiar with all brands and models of reverse cycle inverter split system air conditioners, and offers a free appraisal to advise of air conditioner

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“I enjoy dealing with new customers daily and working in various locations,” he said.

“I like to help people out with cost efficient air conditioning units that are also energy efficient

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• OBITUARY

Freda loved family and the community FREDA Morris was born on June 16, 1920 at Yarrawonga, Victoria.

Community minded: from left, Leongatha Girl Guides Erin Doley and Kaydee Jones take part in Australia Day celebrations.

Girl Guides seek leaders LEONGATHA Girl Guides started their year by celebrating Australia Day. The event developed the girls’ community awareness and also at this time of year, Leongatha Girl Guides are looking for new leaders, unit helpers and other volunteers.

In the last six months three leaders have had to give up their Guiding commitments due to the arrival of a first child, increased work commitments and moving from the district.

These wonderful ladies have selflessly given their time to help Guides develop skills, however they have gained as much as they have given.

If you want to develop your leadership skills, learn new things and have fun, why not think of volunteering with Girl Guides?

Volunteers work with a group of enthusiastic young girls in a positive, en-

couraging environment.

If you are over 18 years of age and are a caring, enthusiastic person and enjoy working and having fun with young people, then you are the kind of person we are looking for to be a volunteer with Girl Guides in South Gippsland.

Girl Guides is an organisation that works to help young girls grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members.

The fundamentals of our program are leadership, outdoors, service, Guiding traditions and the patrol system. We are an ethics based organisation, but we believe in learning through fun.

Being a volunteer with Girl Guides can have all sorts of benefits, including a variety of personal and professional developments, building networks and making new friends.

If you think this might be for you, contact Chris Oliver at coliver@guidesvic.org.au

The fourth child of 11 to Susan and Ernest Smith, Freda was five when her family moved house, travelling by gypsy wagon from Yarrawonga to Hillston in New South Wales.

Freda`s mother died when she was 16, so she helped her dad from then on.

The family moved to Tarwin Lower, Victoria to work on a share farm at Cashins Hill. Freda met a lad by the name of Bob Hengstberger at a dance at Middle Tarwin Hall and they married in 1942.

They had six children: Pam Williams, Val Pistrucci, Nola Sneddon, David Hengstberger, Neville Hengstberger and Glenn Hengstberger (deceased).

Freda made clothes for the children and was an exceptional cook.

• Freda Morris She belonged to the Koonwarra State School Mothers Club, the CWA and decorated cakes for all occasions.

Milpara Community House news ENGLISH is not the first language for many people living in our community.

Milpara is keen to assist people who would like to learn or improve their English. If you or someone you know would like to learn to read, write or speak English with confidence, we can help.

We offer English for Migrants on a Thursday afternoon and English as a Second Language on Tuesday morning.

This week new classes start, including Beginner Guitar classes, Meditation, Evening Mah-jong, Creative Writing, English

and Maths. Yoga and Playgroup started back last week.

The first Social Singing Group session will

Mayor’s message Cr Jordan Crugnale FUTURE industries, innovation, renewables and jobs were the focus of our round table meeting with the Victorian Premier, The Hon Daniel Andrews MP, and Member for Eastern Victoria, Harriet Shing MLC recently.

With both numbers and time limited, the objective was to give the premier an overview of what is happening in the shire and highlight both the opportunities and challenges we face as a shire and region.

One such focus was the need for a long-term strategy for the development of Wonthaggi as a thriving model and regional centre through the prism of all four pillars of sustainability: economy, environment, community and culture. With current and projected growth, Wonthaggi needs a holistic and integrated plan.

With Plan Melbourne and the Gippsland Regional Growth Plan identifying Wonthaggi as the regional population and employment growth centre, everything hinges on this centre to support the region.

Big retailers are moving in, game changing investments are starting to happen, and construction is a big employer in the region and continuing to grow.

With literally only a 45 minute window, I thought it was more pro-

ductive to have some key figures, leaders, progressive thinkers and business owners give an overview of what they were doing here in the shire, their challenges and opportunities.

Representatives in attendance included CEOs, directors, and business and community leaders all working together to bring out the best in our shire, for both the short and long term.

This translated to representation from education, health, agriculture, tourism, construction, business, environment, clean energy and food security – progressive thinkers and doers that are making a difference in their chosen sector. A highlight was they all chatted amongst themselves and making connections when the premier left to visit to the Cape Paterson Surf Life Saving Club.

We used this visit to demonstrate that building jobs and developing our local economy reiterates that link, caring for and improving our local environment and caring for our young people and improving their futures.

We look at our youth statistics and compare them to metro, state and regional averages and they are higher almost at every turn; teenage pregnancy, school retention, disengagement and homelessness to name a few.

Interestingly, skilled labour workforce was a challenge for many who

She was always around to help others.

Freda ran the dairy farm, brought up six children, and during harvest time made sure the men got their meals and drove tractors when extra help was needed.

She provided home help for many years in the Leongatha area and in 1981, she married Rupert Morris.

Their marriage was short lived however, as Rupert died shortly after.

Freda was a member of the Leongatha Senior Citizens Club and arranged the flowers for the Friday meetings. She was also a member of the South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau for some years.

She was a member of the CWA for 80 years, having started in the younger set of the CWA in Hillston and continued her membership in Victoria Freda died on January 4, 2016 in Leongatha.

were present. By default, if you were to do a plan for jobs, including business attraction and employment strategy, you would by default have changes to education, health and housing.

As Albert Einstein said, to do the same thing over and over and expect different results is insanity. We as a community and society do need to chuck a lot out, as it doesn’t work and never will, no matter how many times you try and reword, retweak and readjust.

There are limitations without a plan and it is time that government gets behind this town and region and commit to capital and social investment.

If we distil this all down to an essence it is articulated in an African proverb: ‘If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.’

The premier has committed to working with council and making available the relevant ministers to ensure community priorities can be progressed. As a first step, he has advised he will arrange for a number of ministers to spend some time in Bass Coast as a group within three months to ensure they are well aware of the challenges and opportunities we face.

I look forward to hosting these ministers and taking advantage of these opportunities to build our relationship with the state government for the betterment of our shire.

KADE Anthony Livingstone was born at West Gippsland Hospital at Warragul on December 31, 2015.

He is the second child for Rhys and Sheree Livingstone of Meeniyan and a brother to Archie, 20 months.

CHLOE Andres-Montederamos was born at Bass Coast Health on January 24 to Mylene and James Andres-Montederamos of Venus Bay.

be meeting this week, Wednesday, February 10.

This is a group of people who’d like to start a singing group so everyone is

welcome.

If you would like a copy of the program, or book or enquire about a class, call 5655 2542.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - PAGE 23

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Two separate living areas and a large central kitchen provide the option for summer and winter style living. The north facing aspect of the living areas overlook the ‘park like’ manicured gardens.

The features of the home include a timber kitchen with large walk in pantry, timber lined ceilings, sky lights, reverse cycle air conditioner and LPH gas heater.

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room, formal lounge, bath- tank and gravity fed to the troughs in the paddock. room, laundry and toilet.

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The brick veneer home offers three generous bedrooms, all with built in robes.

The open plan kitchen/living/dining enjoys plenty of natural light, thanks to a number of large windows.

A brick double garage gives plenty of room for vehicles/storage/workshop.

Children can enjoy playing in the fully enclosed side yard, or there’s room for a vegetable patch.

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This property comprises of 437 acres in three titles with an option of a further adjoining 145 acres.

The land is a good balance of undulating and rolling hill country.

There is a secure water supply via numerous dams, springs and reliable rainfall.

An excellent 30 a side swing-over herringbone dairy with stall gates, 7000lt VAT, auto feed system and three silos. Shedding is ample with a 60’ x 30’ lock up shed and a 60’ x 30’ machinery shed, hay and calf shedding.

The farm is well fenced with an excellent laneway system.

There are two homes on the property. The main home is a three bedroom weatherboard with a large office and the second home has two bedrooms and boasts panoramic ocean and Prom

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Currently milking around 300 cows, this excellent farm has room to expand and is well situated two kilometres to Welshpool township, six kilometres to Port Welshpool for boating and fishing, 20 minutes to Yarram and 45 minutes to Leongatha.

Weeroona offers stunning panoramic ocean and Wilsons Promontory views.

Contact Don Olden on 0417 805 312 for further information or an inspection.

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EGIONAL Victoria was the state’s main growth driver in median prices in the December quarter, outstripping Melbourne.

REIV data shows house prices in regional Victoria rose 2.2 per cent in the last three months of 2015 to a median of $353,000, up from $345,500 in September.

The price of units and apartments also increased in December, up 2.3 per cent to a median of $268,500.

Meanwhile, growth in Melbourne moderated with the median house price down 0.1 per cent in December to $718,000.

REIV CEO Enzo Raimondo said price growth in regional areas appeared to be driven by willingness by city dwellers to live further from the Melbourne CBD and commute - and by a new trend, with city dwellers migrating from Melbourne to live full-time in country areas.

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“We’ve seen growth in larger regional centres further from Melbourne in the final few months of 2015,” Mr Raimondo said.

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No road death is acceptable BASS Coast Highway Patrol is working tirelessly to build a future without road trauma in the Towards Zero campaign.

The operation, in conjunction with VicRoads and the Transport Accident Commission, aims to completely eliminate the road toll by implementing new strategies to promote road safety.

Bass Coast Highway Patrol Sergeant Jason Hullick said the campaign was now operating in the region.

“The focus is on building stronger systems. We have always focused on enforcement and taking preventative measures,” he said.

“It is well known people make mistakes. When they do we want to minimise the risk of those mistakes resulting in serious injury.

“We are now looking more at the collision scene and what we believe to be contributing factors and what has exacerbated injury in the event of a collision, whether it is caused by trees, road infrastructure or the cars themselves.”

Bass Coast Highway Patrol will produce audit reports in all road accidents resulting in injury to build a safer environment for drivers and passengers in South Gippsland.

While some have argued a road toll of zero was idealistic, Minister for Roads and Road Safety Luke Donnellan argues no level road trauma is acceptable.

Eyes on road: from left, Leading Senior Constable Mick Richie, Sergeant Jason Hullick, Leading Senior Constable Allan Piening, Senior Constable Will Watson and Leading Senionr Constable Greg Worcester of Bass Coast Highway Patrol are working to bring the road toll down to zero.

“We realise Towards Zero sets an ambitious target but unless we’re working towards the highest possible benchmark, Victorians will continue to lose loved ones to road trauma and we can never accept that,” he said.

“If we’re not aiming for zero, we are

saying to ourselves there is an acceptable level of road trauma.”

Towards Zero promotes changes in road safety over the past few decades and the feasibility of decreasing road trauma.

The campaign looks at the 1061 person road toll in 1970 and compares the

249 people who passed away on Victorian roads in 2014.

South Gippsland has seen a similar decrease in road fatalities over the past few years alone.

“In 2014 there were nine fatalities on roads in our region, last year there

were five, this is an improvement and we should continue to work towards fewer,” Sgt Hullick said.

“We want to work towards zero together as a community, not just within law enforcement. We all live in the area and something needs to be done.”

One focus area for Bass Coast Highway Patrol is dealing with an increased number of accidents caused by driver distraction.

“Driver distraction and fatigue are the most common causes of road accidents in the area, well above alcohol and speeding. Over the last few years mobile phone use has become a major issue on the roads,” Sgt Hullick said.

“It is a challenge for us but we are using different techniques, including putting undercover police roadside to catch people on their phones.”

Offending drivers caught using their mobile phones are faced with a $455 fine and receive four demerit points.

“People may not like it but they have to realise road trauma affects so many people. Families lose loved ones, along with friends and colleagues. CFA, ambulance, police and everyone on the scene are affected as well. It is pretty tough,” Sgt Hullick said.

“Talk to each other about it. As a passenger, prevent an accident. Speak up if a driver needs to be spoken to. It might take, 40, 50 or 60 years before we reach zero, but we should be aiming for it.”

Safe young drivers rewarded THE State Government will be putting more money back into young drivers’ wallets by rewarding safe young drivers with a free licence.

Young drivers who complete both their red and green probationary periods with no traffic offences or demerit points will be rewarded for their safe driving practices with a free three year licence.

The licence, worth $76, will be awarded to drivers when they receive their full licence for the first time.

As well as having a good driving record, drivers must be issued a probationary licence before the age of 21 to be eligible for the scheme.

The $24.4 million Practical Safe Driving Program will provide beginner drivers and supervising drivers with

the foundations for safe driving, helping to support and enhance Victoria’s Graduated Licensing System.

The program will be available for all Year 10 students and will involve both in-car and in-classroom components, and link with the school curricula in Victoria. It will begin to be rolled out in schools from mid-2017.

Young and inexperienced drivers face the greatest risk on our roads, with road crashes continuing to be one of the leading causes of death for young people aged 18 to 25 years.

Both the Free Licence Scheme and the Practical Safe Driving Program are being delivered through the Young Driver Safety Package, a suite of five road safety initiatives targeted at improving the safety of these vulnerable road users.

The $146 million Young Driver Safety Package provides young drivers with education, support and experience through the road safety education complex, practical safe driving program, L2P - learner driver mentor program, Free Licence Scheme, community grants, a communication fund and student forums.

Minister for Roads and Road Safety Luke Donnellan said, “Responsible and safe young drivers are an example to their peers and it’s important that we recognise and reward them.

“We can reduce road trauma among young people by rewarding Victoria’s most responsible young drivers.

“We want to make sure our young people are coming home to their families safely and we’re doing everything we can to make sure that happens.”

Smart move: young drivers who complete both their red and green probationary periods with no traffic offences or demerit points – including for drink driving offences - will be rewarded for their safe driving practices with a free three year licence.

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Wrecking right: Adam Rockall stands in the workshop of Leongatha Auto Wreckers on Horn Street where he took over the business in the New Year.

Born to ride: Inverloch’s Noel Thornby has a keen interest in motorcycles, particularly Indians. He has a 1947 bike, pictured here, as well as a 2013 bike.

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By Sarah Vella NOEL Thornby from Inverloch developed an interest in older motorcycles after taking his children to Inverloch’s Investigator Rally.

“When my children were small, I would take them down to look at the bikes. I would say ‘One day, I am going to get one of those’,” he said.

“When the children left home, I thought it was time to start looking for an Indian.”

Noel purchased his first Indian, a 1941 741 military scout, after his son got lost in Brisbane and found a bike for sale.

“My son rang me to tell me he was lost, but he had found an Indian. He said it must be fate, so I had to buy it,” he said.

Noel’s collection of Indians grew to four at one stage, but he said he is a rider, not a collector so that number had to be reduced.

He had his 1941 bike, a 1945 military scout, an imported 2001 Gilroy Indian and a 2013 Indian, which was made after Polaris purchased the brand in 2011.

When Polaris took over, the first 111 motorcycles it made were numbered. Noel has number 28.

Once the 2013 bike was added to the garage, Noel knew it was time to downsize his collection.

“I sold the 1945 military chief, but the next day I knew I had sold the wrong bike.

So I sold the 1941 and the 2001 bike, to purchase a 1947 Indian,” he said.

“I bought it as it was and thought it was

a goer, but I spent the first seven months repairing it.

“It was a whole bike, but after a couple of months, it was just a pile of pieces. I thought ‘If I just fix this, it will be rideable’, but once I started finding problems, it didn’t stop.”

Noel left school to become a mechanic and then joined the army at 16 years of age to become an apprentice, but he hasn’t worked as a mechanic for 35 years.

“My bike is what they would call a ‘barn find’ in the United States. It is not polished and original, but it gets ridden,” he said.

“In my opinion, bikes are meant to be ridden. What’s the point of having something if it isn’t useful? I can go for a ride on my bike and think, this is a great piece of history, but it still does what it did in 1947.”

Noel said anything old needs a lot of fixing, but all in all, Indians were surprisingly reliable.

“I rode the 1945 from Bunbury, around the south coast of Western Australian and across the Nullarbor to Adelaide. We were riding hundreds of kilometres each day, and for a 1945 bike, that is a huge effort,” he said.

Noel is happy with his two bikes, which he tries to ride as often as he can.

“I like to ride a couple of times per week and I tend to ride the new bike a lot more,” he said.

“One of the clubs I am a member of does four weekend rides per year and a 10 day trip every two years. In March, we are heading out on another 10 day ride around Tasmania.

“It should be a great trip.”

Buckle up children safely THE RACV is urging drivers to follow the law for the type of restraints children of a certain age need to travel in.

Babies aged up to six months must be secured in a rearward facing restraint, and then children up to four years must be in forward facing restraint.

Children aged four to seven can be in a forward facing restraint or booster seat, and children older than seven can be in a booster seat or adult seatbelt.

While the law specifies the minimum, it’s safest to only move your child to the next type of restraint once they outgrow their current restraint.

While the law specifies a minimum, it is recommended to only allow your child to travel in the front seat when they are older than 12.

All restraints must meet Australian child restraint standard AS/NZS 1754:2013.

These restraints display an Australian Standards approved sticker.

Features of the current standard include: age and shoulder height marking guides (not a weight based guide), colour coded seatbelt paths to make installation and use easier, a design to minimise submarining, booster

seats for children up to eight to 10 years of age, forward facing restraint with a harness for children from approximately six months to eight years of age and SOFIX compatible restraints Booster cushions were deleted from the standard in 2010 and are no longer manufactured. RACV does not recommend booster cushions as they do not provide any side impact or head protection.

VicRoads’ research shows children who are restrained incorrectly are up to seven times more likely to be seriously injured in a crash.

Play it safe: children who are not restrained correctly can be severely injured in a crash.

Wrecking well AFTER 20 years of working with cars, Adam Rockall decided to turn his passion into a business by taking over Leongatha Auto Wreckers on New Year's Day. Mr Rockall started working with cars at 16 years of age when he left high school and his love for the craft has not changed.

“I have worked with cars for most of my life and I wanted to continue doing that with the flexibility of being my own boss,” he said after buying the 30 year old business late last year.

“This is my first business and I am sure it will be a challenge but it is great being able to work close to

home.”

A spray painter by trade, Mr Rockall will join Russel Vos, who has been working as a dismantler for the business on and off for 24 years.

The Horn Street business can dismantle most makes and models while offering quality new and used parts. With hundreds of engines, gearboxes, diffs and radiators on hand, everyone from the mechanic to the amateur tinkerer can find what they need.

“Most people come in for radiators but we have a wide range of things on offer,” Mr Rockall said his warehouse is filled with parts.

“We sell a lot of aftermarket parts

which can be hard to come across elsewhere.”

With plans to put the business online, Mr Rockall hopes customers will one day be able to purchase parts through the website for delivery and pick up.

“We supply a warranty on all of our parts and we always offer good after sales service. We also want to be able to offer that to people regardless of where they live,” he said.

Mr Rockall's two sons, Jake and Seth have also taken an interest in the business.

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Keeping South Gippsland healthy

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the past year.

A NEW way of improving healthcare in the region is being introduced in the wake of health reforms in

The new Gippsland Primary Health Network will be informed by clinical councils in each subregion of Gippsland to implement new government programs, with one council to cover South

Gippsland and Bass Coast shires.

A community advisory group will also be established.

The network works with the community to identify gaps in the health system and determine how these needs can be met.

The overall clinical advisory council comprises chair Dr Sinead de Gooyer, Julie Rogalsky, Mark Biggs, Dr Trevor Andrews, Dr Letitia Clark and Dr Peter Stevens.

That group will be informed by local groups, including the Bass Coast and South Gippsland Clinical Council of chair Dr Trevor Andrews, Dr Sue Comerford, Paul Greenhalgh, Tania Findlay, Anna Close-Mewett, Gayle Bloch, Francis Sullivan, Joanne Drury, Rhett McLennan and Daniel Smith.

While the network has closed its Inverloch office and relocated it to Wonthaggi, CEO Marianne

Shearer promises health services will not be affected by the office relocation.

“They are supporting the area with health challenges they see in the community, covering mental health, education for health staff and integrated care,” she said.

The network will also review the level of cancer services offered locally and consider lobbying for improvements if the review proves such a need.

“We have got to have the data behind us to support the extra services and then try to encourage the extra services,” Ms Shearer said.

The Gippsland Primary Health Network commissions

health services funded by the Federal Government, including programs to address ice addiction and mental health issues, with details of those programs yet to be announced.

“Our aim is to make Gippsland measurably healthier,” network chair Dr Nola Maxfield of Wonthaggi said.

“We are in the process of providing an analysis of what the needs are in Gippsland and that will come through at the end of March.”

The network has three offices in Gippsland: Wonthaggi, Moe and Bairnsdale, with the Wonthaggi branch covering South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires.

Unveiled: to commemorate the first anniversary of the official opening of the new picnic shelter and toilet block at Agnes Falls, a new sign was recently installed in the rotunda. Representing Friends of Agnes Falls was treasurer Werner Lange, who welcomed Dan Garlick of West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, Gerard Delaney of Parks Victoria, and Cr Mohya Davies of South Gippsland Shire Council.

Agnes Falls still grand A SPECIAL open day was held at the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve to unveil a new sign in the rotunda.

The sign commemorated the first anniversary of the official opening of the new picnic shelter and toilet block.

Dan Garlick from the West

Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, Gerard Delaney from Parks Victoria and South Gippsland Shire Council Cr Mohya Davies were involved in the unveiling.

The event combined with a public education day held by the Corner Inlet Blackberry Action Group.

Many favourable comments were made about the excellent

facilities and beautiful surroundings, especially from those visitors who had never been to Agnes Falls before.

The Friends of Agnes Falls manned a display of information and the variety of souvenirs proved popular. Funds raised went towards further improvements at the reserve.

Top shape: Gippsland Primary Health Network chair Dr Nola Maxfield (left) and CEO Marianne Shearer are pledging to continue to work to improve health services in South Gippsland.

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Citizenship party controversy Shire Council as part of public Australia Day celebrations.

Instead, a private ceremony was held at Cape

Kitchen restaurant on Phillip Island to mark six residents officially becoming Australia citizens.

Bass Coast Shire Council’s manager governance

and organisation development Mark Brady said previous participants of citizenship ceremonies and Australia Day award winners told council feedback

they would prefer to run the citizenship ceremony separate to other Australia Day celebrations.

“A venue was chosen and the total cost for the 74

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Safety first on West Area Road WORKS to improve safety for motorists along West Area Road in Wonthaggi have started, thanks to funding from the National Blackspot Program.

Funded by the Federal Government, the program aims to reduce the number of crashes and level of crash severity on Australian roads.

Bass Coast Shire Council’s general manager infrastructure Felicity Sist said SR Excavations Pty Ltd will begin works on February 11, and are expected to be completed by February 16, weather permitting.

“The emphasis of the project is to improve the level of safety along West Area Road, with the works including the installation of advisory and directional signage, and line markings,”

she said.

“This project is to provide advanced warning to motorists and improve road markings at five sites along West Area Road in Wonthaggi.”

There will be minor disruptions to the public and road users during these works.

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participants and guests was approximately $2300,” Mr Brady said.

“The cost of running this event was approximately the same as running our regular citizenship ceremonies at the Old Post Office in Wonthaggi and included in the cost was the smoking ceremony and singer.”

The new citizens, who originated from the United Kingdom, the Philippines and India, celebrated with friends and family, and heard from Bass Coast’s Australia Day ambassador, celebrity, chef, author and teacher Elizabeth Chong.

Born in a small provincial town on the outskirts of Guangzhow in China, Ms Chong herself became an Australian citizen after coming to Australia as a three year old.

Today, she is regarded as Australia’s leading teacher in Chinese cuisine, and is one of the most loved and enduring personalities of the Australian food industry.

Ms Chong said she almost felt like a local in Bass Coast, having holidayed in Kilcunda over the past 10 years.

“It is indeed an honour to be an Australia Day ambassador. I feel it is a privilege, especially as I, like many others, came here to Australia by boat. My family was lucky,” she said.

“I said we came by boat, but my grandfather and my parents didn’t have to escape terrorism and the terrors of war to come here.

They were able to make a choice of Australia as their home – their first choice.

They wanted to seek a better life for themselves and their children, so they did.”

Bass Coast deputy mayor Cr Bradley Drew read the welcome message from the Minister for Immigration and Border Protection Peter Dutton MP, and congratulated the new citizens on making a commitment to their new home.

The new citizens now reside in Corinella, Surf Beach, Wonthaggi, Cape Woolamai and Kilcunda.

The event was also attended by the 2016 Bass Coast Citizens of the Year Allison O’Halloran and Trish Hogan, and Young Citizen of the Year Rebecca Slavin, who were presented with their awards as part of the Australia Day celebrations.

Council is open to further improvement for the Australia Day celebrations in 2017.

“Council, in conjunction with the Bass Coast Australia Day Committee involving representatives from the Rotary Clubs of Phillip Island and San Remo, and Wonthaggi, and Councillor representatives reviewed Australia Day celebrations and the Australia Day award program in 2014 and took a fresh approach to Australia Day celebrations last year in 2015,” Mr Brady said.

“We do, however, review our involvement in Australia Day (both awards and events) every year and welcome both positive and constructive feedback to inform the review, and help us improve our future involvement in Australia Day.”

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Singer to honour Winehouse’s music RENOWNED Leongatha singer Elly Poletti is hoping to perform in London later this year, but is giving South Gippslanders the chance to see her show first.

Poletti will be backed by big band sounds when she presents a fresh take on the songs of the late singer Amy Winehouse at Meeniyan this month.

Poletti and the band Movement 9 will play Meeniyan Town Hall as part of a tour that will encompass Melbourne and interstate, following the band’s successful tour last year.

The group will play jazz, soul and blues as they reinterpret the work of Winehouse.

“Her lyrics are really inspiring and beautiful, and she tended to get music behind her lyrics that did not match what was being talked about,” Poletti said.

“She used to write sad songs but get happy music behind it, and we will be putting emotional music behind the lyrics.”

Winehouse fans will be treated to interpretations of Rehab, Valerie and Back to Black that will remain true to Winehouse’s versions.

As lead vocalist, Poletti will be joined by three saxophones, a trombone, two trumpets, a bass guitar, piano and drums. The group will offer two sets of songs.

Leongatha performer Janie Gordon will open the show with a blend of singing, guitar and piano.

“She is amazing and is starting to do a lot of gigs, and I thought this would be an opportunity for her to play to a larger crowd,” Poletti said of Janie, a Year 12 student at Mary MacKillop College in Leongatha.

Movement 9 will also take the Winehouse tour to Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney and Wagga Wagga.

The Meeniyan show will be on Saturday, February 27, starting at 7.30pm. Arrive early to secure your seat. BYO nibbles and drinks.

Poletti has completed a Bachelor of Music and this year will undertake a Masters of Education (Primary and Secondary). She teaches privately at St Laurence’s Primary School and also after school hours, and last year performed in Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s show Gypsy.

Artists urged to spread recycling message The exhibition provides a chance for residents to demonstrate their creative skills by designing a piece of artwork using 80 per cent recycled materials.

This year’s theme is ‘Plastic does not go away’ which provides budding artists with a broad theme to work with and an important message to promote.

The exhibition is supported by South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils and will run from March 12 until April 17 at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum Gallery in Korumburra. Winners will be announced at the Southern Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Coal

Creek on April 3.

“This year’s exhibition theme is particularly important considering Australia is one of the world’s highest producers of waste, per person, in the world,” said Skye Radcliffe-Scott, council’s environment officer.

“Plastic is used regularly in our daily lives but it can be very damaging to the environment. While it can be recycled, much of the plastic created is not recycled due to littering, difficultly in collecting it or need for dismantling of products for recycling.

Breaking the plastic habit is important.”

Entrants are encouraged to use recycled products and to transform them into something unique. All age groups are encouraged to participate, with prizes being awarded in primary

(0 –13 years), secondary (14-17 years) and open (18 and above) categories.

There will also be a People’s Choice category for the most popular exhibition piece.

“The exhibition is such an inspiring project to work on. Artists of all ages and all walks of life create beautiful and thoughtful pieces for all to enjoy,” Ms Radcliffe-Scott said.

“We hope it also gives

everyone who views the artwork a sense of how our purchasing choices can impact the future of our environment and community.”

To find out more, please visit www.sustainabilityfestival.com.au or www.facebook.com/ southgippslandsustainabilityfestival Entries for the Recycled Art Exhibition must be received by March 7.

FRIENDS OF THE MIRBOO NORTH SWIMMING POOL PRESENT

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Sustainability Festival Entries are now open for the annual Sustainability Festival Recycled Art Exhibition. Entries must be created from at least 80% recycled materials and embody the theme:

Plastic does not go away Primary, Secondary, Open (18+) and People’s Choice categories.

To enter, please download an entry form at www.sustainabilityfestival.com.au Entries must be submitted by 7 March Exhibition runs 12 March - 17 April Coal Creek Community Park & Museum

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ENTRIES are now open for the annual Sustainability Festival Recycled Art Exhibition.

Singing sensation: Leongatha’s Elly Poletti will be joined by a talented band when she performs at the Meeniyan Town Hall on Saturday, February 27.

Guest Appearance & Judge

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Saturday, February 27 at 7.30pm at Meeniyan Town Hall Supported by Janie Gordon

Tickets available at The Duck Hutt, Meeniyan or online at movement9.com

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Farming Insight Store sale Thursday, February 4 Total yarding: 1408 Steers: F. Colaciello, Tyers, 8 x $1550; Hubbert & Mountford, Dumbalk, 7 x $1490; Thimms Hotels P/L, Callignee, 14 x $1370; Takcarm P/L, Fish Creek, 2 x $1305; N. & J. Batchelor, Winnindoo, 8 x $1260; Dowling Dairies, Koorooman, 8 x $1230; McGauren Past Co, Rosedale, 19 x $1230.

Heifers: Hobson & Jones, Yarram, 1 x $1160; S. Auteri, Traralgon, 11 x $1045; A. Williams, Dalyston, 4 x $975; B. & L. Cummins, Doomburrim, 16 x $940; Hoghton & Sharman, Jeeralang Junction, 5 x $885; Argyle Ent, Newborough, 23 x $880; Burnley Prop, Arthurs Seat, 1 x $880.

Cows: J. & S. Kelly, Korumburra, 1 x $1560; E. & J. Cox, French Island, 4 x $1200; G. & J. Wilson, Delburn, 3 x $990; Grasser & Grasser, Hallston, 1 x $960.

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CLEARING SALE Farm Machinery & Household Items A/C F & K Dutchman Nom 1650 Wonthaggi-Loch Road, Almurta

FRIDAY FEB 19, 2016 AT 10AM Farm Plant Equipment: Massey Ferguson 575 2wd tractor F.E.L 3329 hrs, Massey Feguson 178 2wd tractor, Fiatagri 5670 round baler, Hardi 200 Hr spray unit, 3 pt Linkage super spreader, Lely Optimo 165 4 disc mower, Berrend grader blade, 2 sets of harrows, 1990 Nissan Patrol Ute 4wd (parts only), New Holland 69 hayliner sq baler (parts only), 3 furrow Massey Ferguson plough, rear end scoop, 2 small sq hay feeders, round bale lifter, old roller bar rake, Tedder rake, Honda CT 200 motorbike, wooden extension ladder, assorted gates, assorted pine posts and fencing material, assorted tools, nuts & bolts, assorted household items too numerous to mention.

Vendor instructions: Everything must be sold Location & Photos: www.alexscott.com.au (clearing sales) Terms: Strictly cash/cheque day of sale Number system-photo id required

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Fingers crossed: Peter ‘Dick’ Williams from West Creek had high hopes for his pen of cattle at the store sale, held last Thursday at VLE Leongatha.

Friesian steers stand out THERE were approximately 1900 export and 400 young cattle penned representing an increase of 660 head week on week.

The usual buying group was present and competing in a dearer market. Quality was mixed with secondary cattle in greater supply.

Heavy weight vealers suited to butcher orders lifted 20c/kg. The yearling cattle to the trade were mostly heifers and sold 4c to 13c/kg dearer.

Victorian processors led the way in the bullock sale this week with strong competition pushing prices upward 7c to 18c/kg for the well finished lines while the greater supply of leaner two score grown steers were equal.

Heavy weight crossbred manufacturing steers

improved 5c to 8c, while a better run of Friesian steers gained 27c/kg.

Most weights and grades were represented in the cows with prices lifting 5c to 10c/kg, while the heavy weight bulls improved a few cents.

Heavy weight vealers suited to butcher orders sold from 294c to 322c/ kg. A limited selection of yearling trade steers made between 290c and 310c/ kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold between 265c and 293c/kg.

Grown steers made from 268c to 308c/kg.

Bullocks sold from 270c to 305c/kg. Heavy weight

Friesian manufacturing steers made between 225c and 258c, with the crossbred portion between 251c and 285c/kg.

Most light and medium weight cows sold between 150c and 212c/kg. Heavy weight cows made mostly from 196c to 240c after a top of 256c/kg. Heavy weight bulls sold from 220c to 270c/kg.

The next sale draw - February 10: 1. SEJ, 2. Rodwells, 3. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 4.

Elders, 5. Landmark, 6. Alex Scott & Staff.

Fortnightly Sheep Sale Wednesday at 12pm.

Prime Sale - Wednesday, February 3 BULLOCKS 14 R.J. & C.M. McGill Family Trust, Kongwak 10 D. Balhorn, Gelliondale 14 B. & H. Williamson, San Remo 11 N. & J. Seabrook, Drouin 15 O’Loughlin Brothers, Meeniyan

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COWS 4 J. Devisser, Drouin West 1 P.J. Jeffries, Kongwak 1 B. Windsor, Korumburra 1 Harmers Haven Unit Trust, Leongatha Sth 2 K.G. & D.L. Foat, Woodside 5 R. Wight & Sons, Woodside

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HEIFERS 4 R.L. Osen, Poowong East 8 J.C. & R.F. Piasente, Mount Eccles 1 M. & K. Nicholls, Toora 2 K. Bowker, Wattle Creek 1 K. Trotman, Buffalo 2 B. & R. Cashin, Foster North

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269.6 265.0 260.0 259.0 253.6 252.6

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Landowners want to help control rabbits MORE than 150 landowners and Landcarers attended meetings in Koonwarra, Kilcunda, Warragul and Woodside recently to hear about a new strain of virus being released to help control rabbits across Australia.

Rabbit expert and research scientist funded through the Invasive Animals Cooperative Research Centre, Dr Tarnya Cox said currently rabbits were not only costing farmers and the economy millions of dollars, but also threatened extinction of 304 Australian native species.

“Rabbits were first introduced to Australia in 1859,” Dr Cox said.

“They provided settlers with a ready source of meat and sport.

Since this time the population has exploded. The release of myxomatosis in the 1950s and the release of the initial Calicivirus in 1996, effectively reduced populations for a period of time. But now rabbit numbers have returned to pre-Calcivirus levels, causing huge amounts of damage.”

A new strain of rabbit Calcivirus is proposed to be released to reduce the rabbit population in some locations by up to 50 per cent.

“Landholders who want to make the most out of the virus strain should couple the release with traditional control methods such as ripping burrows, bait-

ing and fumigation. This will increase the longevity of any results,” Dr Cox said.

“We are asking landowners to get involved either by joining with their neighbours to be a release site or by using the RabbitScan App to help alert us to where the virus has spread.

“We hope the app will be a really useful tool for communities to plan their rabbit control efforts.”

A disease reporting function of the app will be available in the next few months.

The release of the new strain of the Rabbit Haemorrhagic Disease Virus, known as RHDV1 K5, is likely to take place later this year in an attempt to boost the effectiveness of the current

RHDV1 strain released in 1996.

RHDV1 has been tested in other species including dogs, cats and native wildlife. No other animal has ever developed an infection from being exposed to RHDV1.

When exposed to RHDV1 K5, rabbits develop cold like symptoms, become lethargic and die quickly.

For more information about the virus release and app please visit www.pestsmart.gov.au These workshops were supported by the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme and the Victorian State Government.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - PAGE 37

Farming Insight

Dairy’s road to recovery FARMERS looking to bounce back after a tough season are invited to a series of ‘shed days’ being held

by GippsDairy and Dairy Australia.

The Tactics for Dry Times – Autumn Recovery program will be rolled out across Gippsland in coming weeks, offering farmers information and strategies on how to approach the cooler months.

After an overwhelmingly positive response to the Dry Times events before Christmas, a series of shorter and sharper sessions will be held on host farms across the district.

Designed for small casual groups, these information days offer the opportunity to discuss what decisions have been made to deal with the season so far.

Plans for autumn in relation to water, boughtin feed and pasture management will also be discussed.

DEDJTR will cover tips for pasture establishment and the lessons learnt from previous dry seasons.

Each session will run for two and half hours with a light lunch supplied.

GippsDairy chairman and Fish Creek dairy farmer Graeme Nicoll said many farmers in South Gippsland would be looking towards pasture renovation and feed options as their starting point for autumn recovery.

“The critical one right now is pasture,” he said.

“As far as pastures go, it’s about identifying where you are going to get bang for your buck with restoration programs.

Do you spend money on buying in fodder or invest in your pasture?

“The other vital issue is feed and fodder for the winter with proper feed budgeting and monitoring of animal diets into the cooler months.”

GippsDairy projects and events co-ordinator Karen Romano said the Tactics for Dry Times - Autumn Recovery sessions were being held in response to farmer demand.

“Dairy farmers really responded to the initial roll out Tactics for Dry Times and were keen to attend sessions towards, what we hope, will be the end of a pretty tough

season,” she said.

“These sessions, which are funded by dairy service levy funds, are aimed at providing practical information that farmers

can immediately adapt to improve their farm business outcomes.”

The Tactics for Dry Times – Autumn Recovery sessions will be held at

Barry and Suzanne and Anthony and Prue Cliff’s farm at 199 Airly Road, Stratford on February 23 from 10.30am to 1pm; the Macalister Demonstration

Farm at Boggy Creek Road, Maffra on February 25 from 10.30am to 1pm (during the Focus Farm field day); and at Rod and Lyndell Cope’s Middle Tarwin farm at 91 Stewart and Dunlops Road on March 2 from 12pm to 2.30pm.

Please RSVP to John

Gallienne at gallienne@ dcsi.net.au or phone John on 0407 863 493.

Additional days are planned throughout the region in February and March. If you would like one arranged in your area please contact John Gallienne or GippsDairy on 5624 3900.

SPECIAL DAIRY SALE Monday 15th February 11.00am KOONWARRA VLE

300 Holstein Heifers 300 a/c A & H Webster, Middle Tarwin ( Property sold) 40 Holstein heifers joined to Holstein bull end Oct 2015 180 Unjoined Holstein heifers 3-18 months Sires include Iota, Carnival, Esquire, Macca, Brackley, Top Dog, Alton 80 Straws of Semen a/c Various Vendors 50 Holstein Heifers 20-24 months. PTIC to quality Jersey bulls to calve April/May 20 Holstein Heifers 24-26 months. PTIC to Holstein bulls to calve end March/April 6 Registered Holstein heifers, 2 1/2 years old due March 15 Jersey Heifers - 8 months old 15 Friesian/JerseyX heifers - 10 months old Further Entries Invited

Future gazing: GippsDairy chairman Graeme Nicoll is one of many South Gippsland farmers looking to bounce back from a tough period.

MG farmers expect to win from cheese deal

MG last week announced it had entered into a five-year national private label contract to supply Coles brand Australian cheese.

MG won the contract from the previous cheese manufacturer, Bega Cheese.

Murray Goulburn supplier Lyndell Cope was delighted by the company’s success.

“If we can get contracts that secure more product, it is good for us and it shows that our milk is needed,” the Middle Tarwin farmer said.

Even though MG will

produce the cheese at Cobram, Mrs Cope believed all MG suppliers would benefit.

“It’s one company for all so it does not matter which area you are in,” she said.

“All the milk that goes to Leongatha (MG’s factory) is not always processed at Leongatha. It goes to where it’s needed.”

The MG contract includes the supply of a range of Coles brand cheddar-style cheese including tasty, colby, mild and light cheese in blocks, shreds and slices for Coles supermarkets across Australia.

MG said the contract would generate approximately $130 million in additional sales per annum and deliver profits to MG over the life of the contract.

The competitiveness of

MG’s tender proposal for the cheese contract was enhanced by efficiency gains expected from MG’s new cut and wrap consumer cheese processing facility at its Cobram cheese plant.

MG has announced plans to invest up to $145 million to significantly increase ‘ready-to-serve’ cheese production at Cobram.

MG managing director Gary Helou said, “We are delighted to extend our existing relationship with Coles and its customers to deliver the quality, taste and freshness of cheese made

by Australia’s largest dairy farmer co-operative, which is 100 percent controlled by Australian farmers.

“MG is pursuing a growth and value creation strategy to deliver profitable growth and

insulation from the challenges of volatile global dairy commodity prices.

“As part of this we are ramping up our manufacturing capability and capacity to produce and market a wide range of Australian made ‘ready-to-consume’ dairy foods for our domestic and international markets.”

Bega Cheese will no longer have the contract beyond January 2017.

The company said it would now redirect the related milk supply to other value added dairy products and markets, including its rapidly growing infant formula and nutritionals platform.

“The focus on higher value product mix and markets is consistent with the strategy of the business and will see a significant decrease in inven-

tory holding for the company, with up to $60 million of cheese inventory being realised as a result of the change of supply arrangements with Coles,” the company said in a statement on Australian Stock Exchange.

“Bega Cheese has a very constructive and positive relationship with Coles and is confident it will continue for the remainder of the contract and beyond.

“Bega Cheese expects to manage the change in our business mix over the coming 12 months in a manner which will sustain the underlying financial performance and trajectory of the business.”

Andrew Mackie 0419 595 932 Luke Russell 0408 313 815

Colin Stockdale 0428 745 986

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MURRAY Goulburn’s new contract to supply cheese to supermarket giant Coles should pay dividends to farmers in South Gippsland.

Paul Wilson 0407 865 202 Mario Arestia 0417 600 222

Hay! Hay! Hay! Farming for future

A FIELD day at one of Gippsland’s renowned farms for environmental innovation will encourage farmers to develop resilience to climate change through diversity.

The free, all day event is being run in partnership with South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils, Bass Coast Landcare Network, Demonstrating Sustainable Farm Practices and the State Government.

The day will feature two specialist guest speakers.

Council’s agricultural climate resilience officer Jill Vella said the field day was about raising awareness of the possibilities of diversifying a farm business to survive climate change and be sustainable in the future.

“This event is about encouraging and supporting farmers to think outside the square,” she said.

“We will explore how we can develop resilience to climate change to ensure our farming businesses remain viable by learning from some of the best in the business.”

The event will be held at Ventnor farm, Bimbadeen, renowned for its award winning premium quality beef and innovative environmental practices.

Farm owner Steve Davie will be on hand to share some of his secrets for diversification on the day.

Bimbadeen is a 360 acre farming property where the Davie family has planted more than 40,000 trees, protected remnant vegetation and addressed salinity issues. More than 200 Angus cattle graze the paddocks with 500 Isa Brown hens.

“As part of the new direction for Bimbadeen, free range eggs are being produced making it the first and only commercial free range egg producer on Phillip Island,” Mrs Vella said.

Organic farmer and teacher at the National Environment Centre (NEC) in Albury, Robert Fenton, will also share his expertise on the day.

The NEC is a unique educational facility set on a 182 hectare farm producing organic lamb, free range pork and eggs, olives, honey, vegetables and herbs which Mr Fenton sells locally.

The field day will be held on Wednesday, February 24 from 10am-3pm at Bimbadeen, 550 Back Beach Road, Ventnor. Although free, bookings are required before February 19 by phoning Jill Vella on 0408 208 350 or register online at www.sustainabilitygippsland. com/event/resilience-through-diversity.

PHONE F DELIVEREOR BEST D PRICE

Reasonable supplies of local hay now available 5’X4’ 5’X4’ ROUND ROUND BALES BALES

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PHONE 0418 595 988

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FOWLERS VACOLA. Size 3. 2 packs stainless steel lids. 2 packs clips. $30 the lot. Ph. 0447 580 155.

CAR LIGHTS. 220mm diameter. Hella. $50 for pair. Excellent condition.

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BIKE CARRIER. Mounts on roof racks. $50. ph. 0407 855 708.

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UNIDEN LARGE SCREEN & BUTTON

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GYM SET. $50. Ph. 0458 400 152.

KITTY LITTER TRAY. Enclosed. $20. ph.

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DOUBLE BED. With headboard. Good condition. $35. ph. 5612 4809.

TYPIST CHAIR. Blue upholstery. $15. Ph. 5612 4809.

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POOL. Driclad. 3.5m x 76cm. With pump. brand new. $50. ph. 0401 603 525.

QUEEN BED. With flat base. $50. Ph. 0419 370 264.

TV STAND. White. $20. Ph. 0419 370 264.

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Keen DriLex boots. Size 9. $40. Ph. 0418 126 103.

STEAM CLEANER. Shark portable steam pocket system cleaner. New in box $50.

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DOWNLIGHTS. Five. 90mm flush mount. screw in globes. $10. ph. 0427 444 601.

POOL CANOPY. Kiddisafe. For toddler pool. 240x240x160. $25. Ph. 0487 670 385.

DINING ROOM CABINET. 5’x2’. 2 glass doors. 2 wooden doors.$50. Ph. 5672 2032.

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public notices

public notices

Request for Tender Marine Piling Works Port of Corner Inlet and Port Albert Contract No. 8470 Gippsland Ports invites tenders for the replacement of 21 mooring piles at Port Albert and replacement of 8 navigation aid piles in Corner Inlet..

Tender documents are available online at www.gippslandports.vic.gov.au Tenders close: 12pm Friday 4th March 2016 For further information contact the Project Manager, Mr Carl Hodgkins on (03) 5150 0500.

Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

JENEFER CHITTY OPENS HER EXHIBITION

“REFLECTIONS OF COLOUR AND LIGHT” PASTEL PAINTINGS

ON FEBRUARY 11 MARCH 8 • OFFICIAL OPENING on Saturday, February 13 at 2.30pm at Yarram Courthouse Gallery 9 RODGERS STREET YARRAM Phone 5182 6553 Closed Wednesdays Free entry

FIREWORKS DISPLAY NOTICE TO ALL ANIMAL OWNERS IN INVERLOCH

A fireworks display will be held on 13th FEBRUARY 2016 at the RACV Resort in Inverloch Approx. 21.30 Further info contact 0430 021 100

situations vacant

GATHA ROCK

Rock ’n’ Roll DANCE LESSONS

LEONGATHA DAKERS CENTRE Thursday nights 7.30pm start No partner necessary Enq: John & Judy 0418 586 324 New classes starting February 11 Cost $7

meetings LEONGATHA FOOTBALL/NETBALL Ladies Committee

AGM

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 7.30pm To be held at the GRANDSTAND FUNCTION ROOM All welcome Phone Christine 0408 604 368

situations vacant

PART TIME ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT Cowes Mitre 10

A Part Time position exists as an Administration Assistant in our Cowes store. This position requires a very high customer service focus both internally and externally. The successful applicant will have the following attributes: • Proven administration skills • Excellent computer literacy • Excellent numeracy skills • Excellent communication skills • Highly organised and efficient • Able to work with little supervision • Adaptable and Flexible • An approachable and friendly nature • Be team orientated If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Friday 19th February 2016 to: Store Manager, Capeview Mitre10 Cowes, 220 Settlement Road, Cowes, or by email cowes.manager@cv-m10.com.au

situations vacant

situations vacant

TIMBER YARD / DRIVER POSITION Capeview M10 - Leongatha

Capeview Hardware – Mitre 10 is looking for a Timber Yard/Driver Team Member in our Leongatha store. You will be required to offer exceptional customer service in our yard and must have an updated medium to heavy rigid truck licence.

A forklift licence and crane operating experience will be viewed favourably.

To be successful in this position you must: • Hold a construction induction white/red card • Have a medium to heavy rigid truck licence • Have an approachable and friendly nature • Have strong customer focus • Be team orientated Knowledge of timber and timber products will be an advantage.

If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Friday 19th February 2016 to: Karen Treyvaud, Store Manager, Capeview Mitre10, Lot 2 Cusack Road, Leongatha, Vic 3953, or by email Karen.treyvaud@cv-m10.com.au

South Gippsland Dental CARE NURSE POSITION South Gippsland Dental is the leading Dental Clinic in South Gippsland and surrounds, located in the CBD of Leongatha 1.5hrs South of Melbourne, our professional team operate in a state of the art clinic, offering a modern and beautiful setting; allowing you to diversify your skills in the field. South Gippsland Dental has highly academic, professional Dentists whom have special intrests in Implantology and Cosmetic Dentistry. We pride ourselves in proving absolute optimal dental care by appropriate and accurate data collection, recording, and clinical diagnosis, with subsequent concise treatment plan communication will give our fully informed clientele the choice of quality services offered by the practice, to be then delivered by our highly valued, well trained and empowered staff supported by state of the art equipment.

At South Gippsland Dental we strive to employ highly motivated staff willing to join us on our journey to implement our vision. Experience in the dental industry is preferred but all applications will be considered as backgrounds in management, customer service, hospitality and sales would also be considered, we are looking for someone special to bring great inspiring quality’s to South Gippsland Dental.

What we are looking for: • High level general, cosmetic and surgical chair side assisting would be beneficial • Developing and maintaining relationships with clients • Provide instrument sterilisation and infection control solutions would be beneficial • Prepare clients & facilities for dental treatment • Assist with building client relations • Assist with administration tasks as required • Exposure to Dental Reception and exact software will be beneficial • Possess excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills • Possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to work under pressure • Managing the day to day operations of the practice • Making client appointments and answering phone queries • Accounts management • Managing client invoices and receipts • Greeting and assisting patients • Marketing activities • Business Development activities • Managing the day to day operations of the practice • Making client appointments and answering phone queries • Accounts management • Managing patient invoices and receipts • Greeting and assisting clients • Marketing activities • Business Development activities If you feel you have the qualities in you listed above, we would love for you to: Email you’re application to info@sgdental.com.au Application Closing Friday 12th February 2016

“THE STAR�, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 - PAGE 39

situations vacant

situations vacant

LEONGATHA CHILDREN’S CENTRE INC

CLEANING TENDER Leongatha Children’s Centre Inc. is currently seeking expressions of interest for our cleaning tender.

To obtain a copy of the speciďŹ cations please contact the Leongatha Children’s Centre on 56 623 533.

The successful applicant must have a current Working with Children’s Check and appropriate public insurance. Applications close 22 February 2016.

Leongatha Children’s Centre Inc. “proudly community owned and operated�.

situations vacant

situations vacant

BI-LINGUAL DIRECT CARE WORKER (RESPITE) Gippsland Multicultural Services is looking for enthusiastic bi-lingual individuals to join our Respite Care Services team.

Italian and Greek are high in demand.

For further details and to apply contact Kiri or Triny on 03 5133 7072

agistment

for rent

45 ACRES available for agistment, still available from 2/2, Mardan area, 8 month period. 5664-1320.

ďŹ nance *Cash Loans $500 to $2000

For 6, 8 or 12 months

Australian Credit Licence 428415.

ABN 30 187 881 857 Responsible lending conditions apply

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situations vacant

today

Administrative Position An administration position has become available in our Foster ofďŹ ce.

The successful applicant will need to have a positive and mature outlook, basic computer skills, excellent telephone manner, be able to work both individually and in a team environment, ability to work under pressure to meet time lines and occasionally travel to our Yarram ofďŹ ce.

Closing date: 29th February, 2016 Please forward your resumĂŠ to: c2c@c2cbuilding.com.au

The friendly local alternative.

We come to you!

UnitingCare Gippsland is looking for a:

Child FIRST and Family Services Worker Part Time 24 hours per week Based in Leongatha Position Readvertised Previous applicants need not apply Further information is available at: www.ucgipps.org.au or call Garry Ball on 5152 9600 UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and wellbeing of children and young people

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT APPOINTMENTS Due to routine retirements, the opportunity exists for committed local community members to join the Board of Management and make a positive contribution to the provision of high quality health service in South Gippsland. These positions will be appointed from 1st July 2016.

Applications are sought from people with a long-term commitment to and involvement in their local communities. Skills and expertise in business management, legal issues, people management and/or organisation change will be highly regarded.

Recommendations are made by the Minister and formal appointments are made by the Governor in Council, having regard for the need to ensure that the Board includes a balance of expertise in areas such as business and management, community knowledge, health, ďŹ nance, law, human resources etc.

Be involved and make a difference!

For more information including how to apply, visit www.health.vic.gov.au/governance Applications close 5pm Friday 12th February 2016

Gippsland PHN is a federally funded primary

Gippsland PHN currently has a number of

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MILK COLLECTION SUPERVISOR Victorian, market leading, private transport company is seeking a Milk Collection Supervisor with strong attention to detail.

The successful applicant will be capable of maximising eet utilisation and minimising labour and operating costs, whilst ensuring 100% collection of farm milk as required on two shifts daily.

You must possess: • intermediate to advanced computer skills • personnel management experience • excellent time management • the ability to multi-task • good problem solving skills • customer service skills.

The role is based in Leongatha and will involve a rotating roster that includes weekends.

Email Sue at hr@stoitse.com.au (quoting ref: L002) to obtain a position description or lodge an application.

Applications close 4pm Friday 12 February

CALL FOR BOARD DIRECTOR OF LATROBE COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE LTD Do you have an interest in contributing to the development of community health services to meet the needs of your community?

Latrobe Community Health Service Ltd (LCHS) is one of the largest independent community health services in Victoria and delivers a range of community based health and support services across Victoria. LCHS is seeking applications for an appointed vacancy that exists on our Board.

LCHS provides primary care services that aim to improve the physical, mental and social well-being of Victorians. Its purpose is to enable people to live healthier, live better and to live longer.

Further information for applicants, including the selection criteria, duties and responsibilities associated with the vacancy can be obtained by contacting Natasha Hammond at LCHS on (03) 5136 5411 or email natasha.hammond@lchs.com.au.

Closing date for applications is 5.00pm, Monday 22 February 2016. Previous applicants need not reapply.

Latrobe Community Health Service Ltd Better health, Better lifestyles, Stronger communities

FOR SALE Polycraft oll craft ft T Tuff ff T Tender end d 3.0m With brand new 9.9 HP outboard, purpose made aluminium boat frame with electric winch $4000.00 Will sell trailer if required.

Phone Dennis 0408 515 155

ACTION CASH LOANS GIPPSLAND

UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited community service agency. The Agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged.

HAY - northern quality, Vetch, cereal and straw (high grade quality).

Feed test available. For a delivered price phone Greg 0429-822544.

NEED CASH? Our clients include: * Wage earners * Centrelink clients Poor Credit History considered CALL

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

FOWLERS Vacola No. 27 jars, 40, $3 each. Ph: 0447580155.

for sale

0439 463 962

Building Service Pty Ltd

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CHEAP CENTRAL WONTHAGGI SHOP or office. Ph: 0408-981819.

SITUATION VACANT

Graduate Accountant An opportunity exists to join a thriving Bass Coast Accounting practice.

This hands on position will see you working with a diverse range of clients, in a highly professional and friendly team.

We encourage you to grow and develop within the firm and this includes any interest you may have to become a qualified accountant.

The successful applicant will be well presented, friendly, dynamic, ambitious and have excellent communication skills.

What's on offer? Salary + Super + Training + Study Support.

Applications close Friday, February 19, 2016.

Please forward your resume and references to connie@cardell.com.au or address to: The HR Manager, Cardell Accountants, PO Box 116, Wonthaggi, 3995.

SL0900

EDUCATION TRAINEESHIP Tarwin Valley Primary School is seeking applicants for an Education Traineeship. The position is only open to a person who has successfully completed Year 12 in 2015.

The position is for a 12 month period, 4 days a week, commencing February 29th, and will involve classroom support, camps and excursions, resource management, and library assistance.

The selected applicant will undertake a CertiďŹ cate III in Education Support and will need a strong study ethic.

Applicants need to have or proof of application for a Working With Children’s Check (Employee status).

Those interested should contact Allyson Opray at the school on 5664 7382 for the application criteria.

Applications close: 2pm on Tuesday 16th February 2016

Purchasing & Stores OfďŹ cer Full Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications from suitably qualiďŹ ed candidates for the role of Purchasing & Stores OfďŹ cer based at our Leongatha Depot. Reporting to the HSE / Procurement Coordinator, this position will be responsible for the administration of the Corporations stores and eet management functions and support the further development of our procurement, contract management and stores functions.

The successful applicant will have experience in stores management, procurement or similar and will possess excellent communication, negotiation and record management skills.

Applicants should read the position description located at www.sgwater.com.au and address all key selection criteria. Please contact Paula Smith on 03 5682 0403 for all enquiries in the strictest conďŹ dence.

Applications close on Friday 19th February 2016 Email psmith@sgwater.com.au or post to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster VIC 3960

LUCERNE and grass hay, barley straw, in big squares and rounds. Lucerne silage in rounds. Freight available.

Ph: 0427-505780.

RAILWAY LINE (90lb 5½ inches). 0438-941733.

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each.

Free delivery for pack lots.

Phone Joe 0417-530662.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

MOWERS We stock the largest range of New push and ride-on mowers in South Gippsland, including - Honda,Victa, GreenďŹ eld, Deutscher, Cub Cadet, MTD, Masport, Toro, Yard Machines & Rover from $149.

Professional repairs and service for ALL mower makes and models.

Also stocking a large range of parts and accessories.

We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available.

MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha. L.M.C.T. 2714

Ph: 5662 2028

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free FIREWOOD - standing green. Need 4WD and chainsaw. Ph: 5668-9292.

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garage sales

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garage sales LEONGATHA 15 Blair Crescent, Saturday, February 20, 8am to 5pm. General household, furniture, manchester, brica-brac, gardening books, etc.

Garage Sale 55 Bridge Street Korumburra SATURDAY FEBRUARY 13 8am - 3pm EVERYTHING MUST GO!

Make an offer!

livestock BULLS for hire or for sale.

Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale.

Phone 0447-331762.

POLL DORSET, Southdown and Border Leicester rams, flock registered, Bruccellosis accredited, well bred from established stud. Can deliver from $180. 0428356376.

message of hope JAMES 1:22 Be doers of the Word. There is no power in just reading the Bible. You have to put it into practice.

used vehicles Affordable cars at drive away prices

SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804

Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay.

All on road costs paid.

HOLDEN STATESMAN 1998, 248,000km, dark blue, $2,200. Vin 6H8VSY19HWL298755.

Ph: 0438-832264.

MAZDA 3, Max Sports, 2006, red, manual, 255,000km, rego until March 2016, UBY983,$5,000 ONO. Ph: 0429-832445.

MERCEDES BENZ C 200, “Elegance”, 1998.

In excellent condition, 200,000km, colour silver, Reg. OVD826.

Price $5,400. Ph: 5662-2494.

VW GOLF Hatch, 2006, red, petrol, 1.6 ltr, low 108,000km, 10 months rego, RWC, UAL774.

Excellent condition, $8,200.

0407-833044.

wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

work wanted BABYSITTING Responsible and motivated 15 year old girl. Reasonable rates. Local area. Ph: 0439334880.

marriage celebrant

Jo Fennell 0437 465 399

johanne4@bigpond.com

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

bereavement thanks HUTTON - Ron. 17.11.1947 - 25.12.2015 Sue, Geoff, Jenny and families would like to thank everyone who phoned, sent cards and flowers on the passing of our beloved Ron and dad.

A big thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Korumburra Hospital / Medical Centre for their devoted and wonderful care of Ron and our family.

Thank you to Ray Sullivan and team at Handley’s Funeral Services. Also for the many who came to celebrate the life of Ron. Please accept this as our personal thanks, he will be sadly missed by us all.

in memoriam MUIR - Veronica May. 14.7.72 to 11.2.2015 One year has come since you went away But the memories stay forever.

Miss our little talks.

Think of you every day.

Loved and remembered always Mum.

deaths GRAY - Malcolm Scott.

18.12.1945 - 4.2.2016 Son of George (dec) and Joyce (dec).

Husband of Joan (dec).

Much loved father of Nerine and Scott. Father-in-law of Dan and Clare. “Bloaky” of Thomas and Georgia.

“Dad I’ll miss you forever” “In our hearts you will stay forever” “Gone Fishing” “In the arms of your darling Joan” HARRIS - Owen John (Spud).

Marg, Peter, Kate, Matthew and Luke, Tillani, Jake, Jamielee, Charlotte, Indie, Albie and Benji with broken hearts announce that our much loved Owen (Spud) died on February 4, 2016.

We are all so shattered to lose such a wonderful Partner, Dad, Pa and best friend. xxxx My Darling O, I close my eyes at night and see your beautiful face.

Then my worst nightmare occurs, I open my eyes and you’re not there. Darling my biggest wish is for you to just come home to be with your beautiful family.

I will love you forever.

Ma. xxx Dear Dad, You were a very special person in our eyes, and will continue to be that very special person in our sad, broken hearts. Our idol, our hero, and a man we always tried to be like. Our invincible Dad, our great mate, who we cherished every moment we had with.

Don’t worry, Mum is in safe hands.

We love you with all our hearts great man - Pete and Tills. xx

deaths Dear Pa, Seeing you was always exciting Pa, the motorbike rides and lolly bananas will be something that reminds us always of you. Pa we loved you lots and will miss seeing your bright smile and big hat.

Love you lots forever, Charlotte, Indie and Albie.

My Papa My Hero My wise old owl Love forever - Your baby girl - Your brown cow - Your possum xxx Dad - our loving father and Pa has left us far too early, we will remember the many great memories we have shared with you, RIP Dad. Forever in our hearts.

Love - Matt, Jamielee and Benji.

My best mate, You always put your opinion in on what I did. Please Dad, continue to guide me.

Love ya always - Luke.

Runners-up: the Leongatha and District Cricket Association Country Week side that played in Division 2 final on Friday vs Ballarat, Back L to R: Scott Williams, Dan Lunn, Jason Wilson, Amila Ratnaike, Sam Graham, Alan Jenkins, Mark Lafferty, Jesse Van Rooye; front from left, Charith Keerthisinghe, Damien Symmons, Mitchell Clark (captain), Tom Wyatt, Tim Wightman, and Shane Dole.

Please see later Herald Sun for funeral details.

Leongatha bowled over by Ballarat

HARRIS - Owen John.

Loved son of Marg and Bob. Brother and brother-in-law of Heather and John, Alan, Robyn and Warren. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

Our love to Marg, Peter, Kate, Matt, Luke and families.

Gone too soon.

HARRIS - Owen (Spud).

Wonderful son-in-law of Lorna and Digger.

Our love to Marg, Peter, Poss, Matt, Luke and families.

HARRIS - Owen (Spud).

Loved brother-in-law of Rhonda and Max. Uncle Spud to Daniel and Taylor.

Deepest sympathy to Marg, Pete, Kate, Matt, Luke and families.

Your memory is our greatest treasure, to have in our hearts forever.

HARRIS - Owen (Spud).

And just like that .... our lives will never be the same again.

Who will put the world right now Spud? Thanks for all the memories. We will miss and love you forever.

Trev, Kellie, Ben and Sophie.

HARRIS - Owen.

Our deepest sympathy to Katie and her family on the pasing of Owen, our thoughts are with you during this tough time.

Toora Football Netball Club.

HARRIS - Owen (Spud).

Suddenly 4.2.16.

With deepest sympathy to the Harris families.

From Jill, Merv, Jenni, Garry and Danny Forrester, and their families.

Taken far too soon.

HARRIS - Owen (Spud).

To our best friend, wish you were here, you’ll never be forgotten.

All our love to Marg, Pete, Tillani, Kate, Jake, Matt, Jamie-Lee, Luke and their families. RIP Mate.

Garry, Nanette, Owen, Gemma, Steven, Kaylee, Gaven, Olivia and Beth.

HARRIS - Owen John.

Friends for 42 years.

Owen, you were my left hand and right hand. I shall miss you so much.

Love - Jean and family.

THE Leongatha and District Cricket Association (LDCA) competed in Country Week cricket in Melbourne last week, winning its way into the final against Ballarat at Churnside Park in Werribee on Friday.

Unfortunately the LDCA was unable to win the final against the form side of the week in Ballarat despite some solid performances in the lead-up matches.

On Monday the LDCA knocked off Mornington Peninsula 2, then on Tuesday beat the strong Shepparton side before winning again on Wednesday against Sunraysia.

On Thursday the team suffered defeat at the hands of Ballarat setting up

another match against Ballarat for the final.

Unfortunately Leongatha lost the toss in the final and would have elected to bowl first on a “juicy” wicket that was moving around.

Ballarat put the LDCA in to bat with Ballarat having already played on this ground earlier in the week but it was the first time for the LDCA. It wasn’t a good start for the LDCA with form batsman of the week Mitch Clark out for seven and Mark Lafferty, who’d made 80 earlier in the week, out for 6.

With Jason Wilson sticking around for 17 it was then left to the middle order of Sam Graham (29) and Damien Symmons (26) to push up the total.

In the end the LDCA finished its 50

deaths

deaths HARRIS - Owen, ‘Spud’.

Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Spudda, a great ‘knock about’ bloke. A man who was bigger than his hat. Gone mustering to the big paddock, or maybe shearing a few, or maybe just having a XXXX or two.

Still chasing those little tackers for Lukey, L & O Livestock forever.

Deepest sympathy to Margie, Pete, Kate, Matt and Luke and family, and also to Bob and Marg Harris and family.

Boy, Jimmy, Crackers, Rocket, Laff and Pocko.

overs at 9/136.

Ballarat opener R. Moore made 42 and he stuck around long enough to ensure Ballarat would not loosen its grip on victory, the prize being a move up to the top Provincial Division. Ballarat finished at 4/138 in the 31st over.

The LDCA should be pleased with its work; its aim being just to make the final and see what happened from there.

It was a solid effort from all 21 players who represented the association.

Best performers with the ball for the week were Tim Wightman, the leg spinner from Nerrena, and Charith Keerthisinghe, Phillip Island.

With the bat Mitch Clark, Nerrena was most consistent with some good innings also by Mark Lafferty and Jason Wilson.

deaths

HARRIS - Owen (Spud).

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the tragic passing of a much loved club person, Owen “Spud” Harris.

Premiership player, coach, selector, committeeman, team manager, and a close friend to all at MDU. Spud will be fondly remembered, and so very sadly missed.

MDUFNC extends its heartfelt sympathy and support to Marg, Pete, Kate, Matt and Luke, Bob, Marg, Heather, Alan and Robyn and families at this very difficult time.

ROGERS - Neville Hendy (Grumps).

14.02.1943 - 05.02.2016 Loved husband of Jan, father and father-in-law of Sharon and Ross, Tony, Narelle and Karl.

Grumps to Luke, Kate and Ronnie, Bree, Alanah and Shaun, and great grandchildren Emmy and Lockie; Judd and Seth.

Now resting peacefully.

funerals ROGERS - A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mr Neville Hendy Rogers will be held at the Korumburra Golf Club on Friday, February 12, 2016 at 11am.

A private family interment will precede the above service.

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By a nose: Woolamai Cup winner Keep Happy races past the winning post with jockey Debbie Waymouth on Saturday.

Race day fun: back, from left, Hailey Troia, Ammie Bray, front, from left, Jemma Gardner and Rebecca Bray from Wonthaggi enjoyed a day at the Woolamai Cup.

Woolamai Cup a winner THE Woolamai Cup meet was a tremendous success on Saturday with punters flocking to the track in the warm weather to pick a winner.

Debbie Waymouth won the cup on Keep Happy. The cup race was her first of three, Ms Waymouth also came fifth on Tearaway Tommy and second on Lunar Watch, all trained by Rebecca Waymouth.

Winning horse: race favourite Keep Happy won the Woolamai Cup race on Saturday, ridden by Debbie Waymouth.

The family fun day was filled with activities for children including face painting and play equipment while the bar was kept busy by excited punters hoping to place a winning bet.

“It was a good day, everybody was very well behaved and we had close to 3000 people trackside,” Woolamai Racing Club secretary Bev Carmichael said.

“It was a very professional race day and everybody at the club was very pleased with how the event panned out.”

Local punters: from left, Inverloch’s Michael Barclay invited Warragul’s Michael Smith to the Woolamai Cup on Saturday.

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thestar.com.au Praise: Storm on the run at the pre-season camp held at Coonwarra north of Bairnsdale over the Australia Day weekend.

Storm camp sets season ball rolling GIPPSLAND Storm Elite Development Netball Club’s annual pre-season camp was held this year at the Coonawarra Camp in East Gippsland over the Australia Day weekend.

camp, in its 18th year, provided 2016 squad members with an eye opening introduction to the club for the upcoming season.

A highlight of the club’s calendar, players were given the opportunity to meet their new coach and team mates and challenge themselves during the course of the weekend in activities designed to take them out of their comfort zone.

The camp’s most important goal is to encourage all players to work together in a team environment.

Storm Senior Coach Simon O’Shanassy praised all players who attended the camp for their determination, hard work and teamwork.

He said, “Gippsland Storm offers a unique opportunity for all its players, by offering a pre-

season camp every year that takes all kids, across a range of different ages, well out of their comfort zone, and challenges them on a whole different level.”

All of the players embraced a ‘can do’ attitude over the course of the weekend and definitely came away stronger and more confident for the experience.

Mr O’Shanassy said, “We utilise our pre-season as a springboard for our teams to kick start their season, which begins a week after the camp weekend.”

Gippsland Storm looks forward to another very successful 2016 season and maintains its close association with Monash University Storm, as a pathway to the VNL.

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FRESH from a successful tournament meet at Dandenong, some of the Leongatha Lightning representatives and their families enjoyed a night out and watched Bendigo Spirit play Dandenong

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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

Rangers in the Women’s National Basketball League at the Dandenong Stadium.

It was a fun filled night with plenty of entertainment and an inclusive match caller kept the Leongatha Lightning children busy with chants, dancing and a free throw opportunity for cash.

The game itself was very physical and skilful and the scoreboard didn’t disclose a certain winner until the final minutes of the match.

Dandenong Rangers proved the stronger team on

the night and won 82 to 74.

The game held particular significance to the junior players as three of the women in the Bendigo Spirit side originally played for the Leongatha and Mirboo North Basketball Associations.

Dan Monaghan, LBA’s current president, organised a quick presentation directly after the match.

Three of Leongatha Lightning’s current players presented the new Leongatha Lightning shirts to Andrea Wilson, Kellie Wilson and Belinda Snell and commended them

on their successes.

Players from both teams were easily accessible post match for autographs and photo opportunities which was inspirational for our upcoming players.

A big thankyou to Dan Monaghan for organising tickets and to Ben Grabham and Adrian Littlejohn for driving the buses to the event.

Under 10 Boys: back row from left, Xavier Bolge, coach Ben Grabham, Jude Fixter and Jake Matheson, front row from left, Tyler Richards, Beau Grabham, Will Croat, Finn Dunn, Tom Hanley and Ralph Jefferis were runners-up at the 2016 Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament.

Major trophy to local girls basketball LEONGATHA Lightning Under 12 basketball team was division premier, winning its grand final at the 2016 Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament from January 21 to 23.

The tournament played at multiple venues around metropolitan Melbourne, is the largest

basketball tournament in the Southern Hemisphere with 1300 teams entered, four from Leongatha Lightning.

With all four teams progressing to their grand finals - the Under 12 girls winning theirs - the Under 10 Boys, the Under 14 Girls (who lost after the siren) and the Under 18 Boys were all runners up.

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Under 18 Boys: from left, Tom Martin, Vinny Monaghan, Tom Evans, Jack Dunn, Zayn Clark, and Harrison Marshall with the coach, Dan Monahan were runners-up at the 2016 Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament.

A huge treat: Andrea Wilson with some young fans from Leongatha Lighting after Bendigo Spirit played the Dandenong Rangers when she, Belinda Snell and Kellie Wilson were presented with new Leongatha Lighting shirts as talisman’s of their connection to the club.

Wonthaggi Little Athletics WONTHAGGI Little Athletes met again this week in warm conditions at South Dudley.

Eighty seven competitors performed well to record 140 personal bests for the morning.

With only two weeks before regional competition, athletes need to keep practising to hone their skills. A reminder that training is held on Thursday evenings at 6pm.

Five personal bests: Under 9 Girls: Baia Pugh, shot put, 60m hurdles, high jump, 100m and 400m.

Four personal bests: Under 7 Girls: Lulu Curtis, 60m hurdles, discus, 100m and 400m.

Under 7 Boys: Jack Howell, triple jump, discus, 100m and 400m.

Under 8 Girls: Alice Collins, shot put, high jump, 100m and 400m; Alana Dakin, shot put, 60m hurdles, 100m and 400m.

Under 8 Boys: Baxter Dockery, 60m hurdles, high jump, 100m and 400m.

Under 11 Boys: Isaac Shaw, triple jump and 60m hurdles.

Under 14 Girls: from left, coach Leasa Allcorn, Belle Grabham Andrews, Milla Fixter, Makenzi Gourlay, Alice Reid, Gemma Drysdale, Jaime Findlay, Alahna Arnason and team manager Bec Arnason were runners-up at the 2016 Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament.

Under 12 Girls: the championship team that went on to win its grand final at the 2016 Eltham Dandenong Junior Basketball Tournament, from left, Sophie Kreutzberger, Chloe Goff, Kara Kreutzberger, Lily Hume, Harper McLennan, Tahlia Arnatson and Ella Littlejohn.

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Venus Bay surf club acts VENUS Bay Surf Lifesaving Club’s members have attained a staggering 119 new awards since the commencement of the patrolling season.

The club’s chief instructor is working towards the goal of having every patrolling member gain a new award by the end of the season.

There are currently 83 actively patrolling members rostered across four patrols.

Only 14 members remain to complete an award to achieve this goal and seven of those are currently signed up in courses.

The season kicked off with an IRB Driver and Crew camp in October which combined with IRB Crew training in January resulted in four new IRB Drivers and 19 IRB Crew.

The Bronze Medallion Camp and SRC squad training saw 17 new awards in Radio Operator’s Certificate, 17 Surf Rescue Certificates and 19 Bronze Medallions.

The club also has 18 new Advanced Resuscitation Certificate holders, 14 Spinal Management holders, nine Junior Officials, and two Training Officer Certificate holders.

February brings another round of training in Advanced Resuscitation, Spinal Management, Silver Medallion Basic Beach Management and IRB Crew.

The more qualified our patrols are, the higher the standard of patrolling the club can offer.

A big thank you to all the trainers and assessors who have volunteered their time to assist members achieve these new awards.

Angling club looks after community

Spinal management: Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club members who have successfully completed their training in spinal management.

New coaches inspire change at City KORUMBURRA City has new coaches at the helm for the 2016 soccer season which will bring a good mix of knowledge and experience to the club.

MEMBERS of the Rhyll Angling Club have shown they are not only great at catching fish, but they are also great at supporting their local community.

The club recently arranged for Bass Coast Shire Council’s Aged and Disability Unit to allow use of the clubrooms to run planned activity group (PAG) events.

Club secretary Daniel McCausland said the clubrooms are not used a great deal during the week, so partnering with council – namely PAG – seemed to make absolute sense.

“The club is currently working with council officers to extend the capacity of the clubrooms, rejuvenate the adjoining public toilets and undertake some safety upgrades to the playground,” Mr McCausland said.

“As part of this work, we have also been able to construct some additional storage area for the PAG which allows them to store their equipment and to use the clubroom.

“It’s been a great community partnership with the local angling community not only able to work with council to help deliver this highly regarded support program, but also benefit from the renewal works on the buildings and playgrounds, along with the wider community.”

PAG programs are a great way for socially isolated people, generally aged clientele, to enjoy interaction with others in a safe, friendly and supervised environment.

The program aims to prevent social isolation and to maintain client independence through these small, friendly groups.

PAG programs are developed to reflect the interest of the group and offer a valuable break for carers. Transport can be arranged if required.

The new Rhyll PAG program will be held on Tuesdays and will be focused on bringing men together in a place that offers a friendly and welcoming environment.

Council’s manager community strengthening Antoinette Mitchell said they have programs running from Monday to Thursday each week throughout the shire that are continually evolving, and the Rhyll Angling Club program is the newest avenue to be added to the program.

“The clubrooms are warm, inviting, interesting and surrounded by a beautiful outlook across the Rhyll foreshore,” Ms Mitchell said.

“The warm response and support offered to us by the club has been greatly appreciated and we look forward to providing a successful and enjoyable program, which will be easily accessible to the Rhyll community.”

An assessment is required to determine a person’s eligibility to attend PAG. To find out if you are eligible to join PAG, contact the intake officer on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2427 so they can meet with you to determine which PAG would best meet your needs.

Requests for service are accepted from all sources (i.e. the person, family, doctor or health professional) provided the person who is being referred consents to the referral.

Success: Korumburra City’s newly appointed Reserves’coach Phil Richards brings a winning brand of soccer to the club.

The Women’s side will be coached by Lucy MacPherson.

Lucy started her career as a junior in the Blue Mountains with the Hazelbrook Hawks who played in the Nepean League.

She soon found herself playing for the Nepean District Squad before moving closer to Sydney where she played with the Balmain and District FC in the Canterbury District League, a State Division One competition.

McPherson was already an accomplished player before venturing down to

Golden city: from left, the new head coach Rory Cull has a mandate to rebuild the club and forge silverware success while Lucy MacPherson brings great experience and passion to her role as the Women’s coach.

Victoria and has a lot to offer Korumburra City about the game.

Her love of the game is something that stands out and affects everyone around her.

This will help to create a team environment that will have the team playing for each other in no time.

MacPherson is joined by former Korumburra player Bree Williams as team manager.

There has already been a lot of interest from new and old players who are keen to be in the squad as they will no doubt be chasing silverware in 2016.

The senior men’s coaching appointment for 2016 sees a club favourite and previous senior’s captain return to Korumburra City after living in Houston, Texas for the last few years.

The club is pleased to announce the appointment of Rory Cull as our head coach.

Rory’s approachable leadership style is exactly what the club needs at the moment as it looks to rebuild both on and off the field.

The club is looking for a balance of youth and experience in the senior squad for 2016, and Cull’s no messing about approach will help this side come together.

The straight talking coach said, “Soccer doesn’t have to be a hard sport to play.

“It’s a naturally flowing game and if you stick to the basics and play pure football it will become more enjoyable and easy to learn.”

Cull has been on the front foot already and has

organized a five-a-side indoor competition which will be used as part of preseason for both men and women players.

His leadership on and off the field is reflected in his own feelings about the club.

He said, “Korumburra City is a very welcoming club.

“I have enjoyed a great two and a half years of my playing career at this club and I am looking forward to being part of it again.”

With passion like that he will no doubt inspire everyone at Korumburra City to give 110 percent.

The club is also very happy with the appointment of Phil Richards as the reserves coach for 2016.

Phil has trained the U16s for the past few years and with his game day coach Fred Clark has achieved results which speak for themselves taking the U16s to the finals every year as well as champions in 2014.

Phil will take on both roles, trainer and game day coach for the reserves, and will no doubt continue to produce teams capable of making finals with his winning brand of soccer.

Anyone with an interest in playing for Korumburra City in 2016 contact the club via our secretary at korumburracitysc.secretary@ outlook.com The club’s junior coaching positions will be decided in the next few weeks and we welcome all to apply or become part of our Junior steering committee.

We are especially looking to appoint someone with junior development experience to help direct our junior players and coaches in the right direction.

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SPORT | GOLF Leongatha golf SATURDAY’S Stroke round for the Monthly Medal was contested by 86 players on a beautiful day with the course, especially the greens, in magnificent condition.

Congratulations to Dylan and his staff and all the volunteers who continue to present the course in such superb condition.

The Monthly Medal, B Grade and the Super Comp were taken out by Terry Chipman with a net 70 in a countback from two others.

A Grade was won in a countback by Bruce Hutton (9) with a net 70.

Ron Findlay (18) took out B Grade with a net 71 and a visitor from Churchill Park, Leo Cerney (26) took C Grade also with a nett 71.

NTPs were Nigel Firth on the fourth hole, Ian Murchie on the seventh, John Payne on the 14th and John Feddersen in the 16th.

DTL balls went to net 76 and were awarded to John Thompson, Rod Hopcraft, Trevor Rickards, Kevin Castwood, Arthur Corcoris, Ken

Wardle, Gordon Morrison, Tom Williamson, Henry Sedelies, John Fraser, Ron Paice, Barry Hughes, Peter Jaspers, John Raymond, Jon Smith, John Payne, Max Cavanaugh, Davis Barrack, Bryan Sword, Geoff McDonald and Darrell Prior.

On Tuesday, one of the country members Patrick Mitchell (13) posted a very impressive 39 points to win A Grade.

Regular visitor Chris Harris, playing off scratch, had 37 points to produce a rare sub par round.

B Grade was taken out

by Keith Finney (19) with 34 points in a countback and Jim Arnott (30) took out C Grade with 36 points.

NTPs were Mel Miles from Eastern Golf Club on the fourth hole, Bruce Hutton on the seventh, Greg Welsford on the 14th and Chris Leaver on the 16th.

DTL balls went down to 32 points by countback and were awarded to Chris Leaver, Kevin Harris, Greg Welsford, David Forbes, Ian Baker, Ian Murchie, Mike Wrigley, Ian Purbrick, Mike Street, Frank Thomas, Barry Hughes, Mel Miles, Ray

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On Thursday 68 players contested another Stableford round in which Grant McRitchie (15) won A Grade with 38 points.

Ray Burton (16) won B Grade with 37 points and Jim Newton (26) had a very good score of 40 points to win C Grade.

NTPs were Michael Thomas on the fourth hole, George Misson on the seventh, Henry Sedelies on the 14th and Fred Debono on the 16th.

DTL balls went to 32 points in a countback and were awarded to Nathan Lucas from Welshpool, Russell Williams, Ron Paice, Ian Watson, Nick Lafferty, Chris leaver, Jon Smith, Peter Horman, Brian Fennessy, Ian Nunn, Colin Bear, Marilyn Williams, Keith Finney, Michael Thomas, Neil Mackenzie, Allan Edney and Fred Debono

Sunday nine hole competition The February round of the Sunday nine hole competition

Top teams: from left, winning time Geri Hastings, Jan Paice, Sue Woods and Rita de Bondt celebrated with runner up team Helen Mackenzie, Julie Howard, Marg Raynor and Lynda Bassett.

Leongatha ladies THE Opening Day ambrose event was enjoyed by 60 women, despite the less than pleasant conditions.

Women’s president Pam Christensen welcomed the many new members who participated in the day some of whom were successful.

For the sixth successive year Drummond Golf of Traralgon sponsored this event.

The winning team of Rita de Bondt, Sue Woods, Jan Paice and Geri Hastings

Korumburra ladies golf THE 20 golfers needed to dig out the wet weather gear last Wednesday, although the steady rain was most welcome for the course.

Div 1 (0-22) was won

by Lee Clements, with 88(12)76, on a countback from Judy Webb, 94(18)76.

Lee was also the Scratch Score winner.

Julie Brannaghan won Div 2 (23-30), and was the February Monthly Medallist, with 97(23)74, on a countback from Joan Peters, 98(24)74.

Julie and Joan are also the winners of the second round of the Silver Spoon.

Div 3 (24-45) was won

by Kath Welsh, 111(31)80 and runnerup was Marg Harper, 113(32)81.

NTPs were won by Joan Peters, first, Beryl Brown, 13th and Carie Harding with the second shot on the seventh.

Balls Down the Line went to Beryl Brown, 77 net and Heather Grist and Chris Rickard, 78 net.

The lucky card drawer winner was Lynette McIvor.

Next Wednesday is Beginner’s Day, with each beginner playing with two members in a three person

combined well to finish with 75/14.5 /60.5. The runners up, on a count back, were Julie Howard, Marg Raynor, Helen Mackenzie and Lynda Bassett with 77/15.5/ 61.5.

Down the line balls were won by Toni West, Libby Seebeck, Marion Chalmers and Marie Sands 61.5, Colleen Touzel, Kate Dwyer, Loris Clark and new member Neryl Hopcraft 62.75, Coral Gray, Marion Bellingham, Maria Bell and Cheryl Borg 62.75 and Dot Stubbs, Marg

Griffiths, Karen Orford and another new member, Pam McLaren 62.75.

Julie Howard was closest to the flag on the 14th and Toni West on the 16th.

Saturday, February 6: Winner: Alison Strong 105/34/71.

Down the line: Marg Griffiths 74, Coral Gray 75, Anna de Bondt 75 and Kerry Hogan 77.

Nearest the pin: Geri Hastings.

Ambrose over nine holes.

Some groups are hitting off the 1st and others from the 10th tee. Other members are welcome to play nine holes in a Stableford event, hitting off the 10th. Please check the timesheet in the ladies room.

The club thanks Beaumont Tiles for sponsoring the Saturday Stroke event.

It was great to have so many women playing, with 15 out on the course in the fine and quite warm conditions.

Div 1 (0-25) was won

by Joan Peters, with a nice 95(25)70. Marg Young was runnerup with 96(23)73.

Div 2 (26-45) included some excellent results.

Jenny Blackmore won with a great score of

101(35)66, on a countback from Sharon Adams, who also had an excellent round with 111(45)66.

Congratulations to Sharon on breaking her handicap from 45 to 43; no doubt, this will be the start of numerous reductions.

NTP winners were Judy Webb on the first and Chris Rickard on the 13th.

There was a good number at twilight and a lovely evening for golf.

Trudy and Don Olden were the winners with 21 points, followed closely by runner up, Betty and Bill Thomson, with 20 points.

Bill Eyers was the NTP on the first and Laurie Webster was closest on the seventh.

was played in good conditions with many broken handicaps.

The best ladies’ gross was shared by Jill Steer and Sharyn Rayson with 48.

Doug Clemann with 35 off the stick won the men’s best gross.

Lynda Bassett with 55-22½-32½ was the winner of the ladies’ best nett. Pat Clinton with 41-12-29 won the men’s best nett.

Nearest the pin on the 14th was won by Eddy Poole.

The teams’ winner was Kit’s Litter with the lowest team score of the season 128½, 7-Up team came in second place with 132, The Floggers were third 134 and Chariots of Fire came in fourth place with 150.

The final round of the season and the presentation of the Gordon West Memorial Shield will be played on Sunday, March 6, with a barbecue to follow.

Thank you to our sponsors Kevin and Deborah Scott.

Woorayl ladies THE Monthly Medal was played in damp conditions on Wednesday, February 5.

The A Grade winner was Chris Perrett with 78 net.

The medal and B Grade winner was Jo Fennell with 73 net.

The putting competition was won by Anne Poole with 27 putts.

Down the line balls went to Carol Johnson 73, Alice Campbell 76 and Janet Thompson with 78.

NTPs: on the eighth Janet Thompson, 11th Shirley Thomas and on the 17th Thel Scoble.

Winner: Bob McGeary took out the Tuesday competition at the Meeniyan Golf Club.

Mirboo North golf

Woorayl THE Irish fourball saw the winning team Brian Hogan, Ken Miles, George Johnson and Gary Young with 131 from Peter Burgess, Geoff McKinnon, Mark Carruthers and Ray Sullivan.

Balls to G. Challis, C. Gillespie, D. Sommers, P. Challis, G. Fennell, I. McLennon, M. Pickersgill, I. Atcheson, R. and G. Winkler, J. Howard, G. Forrester.

Nearest the pins to Ray Sullivan and Graeme Winkler.

The ball raffle to ‘Shed’.

The Thursday competition went to Pat Wallace with 38 points and a ball to John Hassett.

On Sunday it was the Forrester Plate and the winning was Woorayl number one with 114 points. The team was M. Luscombe, D. Goss, G. Maisey and Da. Dwyer.

Tim Burgess eagled the 10th hole, and Trent Walters and visitor S. Saynor eagled the 11th.

Next week is an open fourball with trophies provided by Troy Williams.

Thursday’s winner was F. Peile (33) with 36 points on a countback from M.van Boven (22), who also took out the NTP. Best nine went to N. Scholte.

Belle of course: Jo Fennell was the happy winner of the February Monthly Medal at Woorayl.

Meeniyan golf SATURDAY was medal day – kindly sponsored by member Will Bullock.

The A Grade winner, with a nett 73, was A. Kuhne (17) with C. Buckland (7) runner up with 75.

The B Grade and medal winner was H. Mueller (25) with a net 67.

Next best was L. Cope (25) with 69.

Balls went to M.van Boven, W. Reilly and J. Dumont – each with 71 and to P. Riddle (72) and P. Robinson (73).

Putting, with 26, went to M. Darmanin and the pro pin to C. Buckland.

Tuesday saw a win to R. McGeary (13) on a count back from A. Kuhne (18) – both with 41 points.

NTP also went to R. McGeary and best nine to L. Hemphill.

THURSDAY results: Competition: Stableford.

February 4 Day winner: Garry Shandley (14) 42 points C/B. B Grade winner: John McFarlane (17) 41 points.

DTLs: Gary Renwick 42 C/B, Jeff Hughes 40, Warren Warner 39, Ray Thompson 39 and Bruce Evans 39.

NTP 16th: Taylor Dykstra (Traralgon).

Saturday results: Competition: Kev McCartin Memorial Mixed Foursomes – Opening Day. February 6: Winners: Hal and Jeanne St Ellen (22) 74 nett C/B. Runners up: Joe Taylor and Sandra Hughes (23) 74 nett C/B. DTLs mixed: Tom and Sue Traill 74 nett.

Stableford overflow winner: Mal Payne (9) 42 points.

DTLs: Brandon Bradshaw 39, Simon McInnes 38, Simon Duff 37 and Ron Funnell 35 C/B. Second shot NTP first hole: Simon Duff.

NTP: Sixth: Simon Duff, 13th: Jeff Hughes, 16th: Nobody.

Next week will be Stableford at Mirboo North.

Meeniyan ladies

Winning ladies: from left, Faye Le Page, Jan Roberts and Belinda Angwin were the top of the crop of golfers at Meeniyan on Wednesday.

ON Wednesday, February 3 the Meeniyan Ladies played off for the Monthly Medal in weather that was warm but with occasional showers.

A Grade was won by Faye Le Page (20) with a nice 74 net.

The winner of the Monthly Medal and B Grade was Jan Roberts (34) with a great 68 net.

The best nine was Belinda Angwin (39) with 33.5 net.

Putting went to Jan Roberts with 27 putts.

DLB: Heather Poletti 74 net and Veronica Park 76 net.

Random draws: from left, Chris Yann, Dot Garry, Jan Beaumont, Catherine Bolding, Anne Poulton, Robyn Wilkinson, Maree Anderson and Sev Piasente were the best golfers on Opening Day at the Wonthaggi Golf Club.

Wonthaggi Ladies

Ladies champions: from left, Kath Welsh, Julie Brannaghan and Lee Clements were the grade winners at Korumburra last Wednesday, with Julie winning the February Monthly Medal.

WONTHAGGI Golf Club’s Opening Day started out wet but mild and as the day wore on tropical humidity bloomed.

The 30 girls were able to get their game of Stableford in and waited for the random draw for partners to see who collected the winners and runner-up prizes.

A Grade was won by Chris Yann and Dot Garry who combined for a total of 67 points.

Sev Piasente and Maree Anderson with a combined score of 63 points were the runners –up.

B Grade was won by Robyn Wilkinson and Anne Poulton, 66 combined with Catherine Bolding and Jan Beaumont runners up with

64 points.

Birdies on the day were scored by Di Grimmond, Lorraine Peters and Judy Berry.

BDL: Chris Yann 37, Vicki Milner 35, Irene Walsh 34, Robyn Wilkinson 34, Jan Beaumont 34, Di Grimmond 33, Maureen Masterman 32, Sev Piasente 32, Anne Poulton 32 and Jacqueline Loughran 31.

Foster golf WITH the weather being a bit more summer like this week the course has dried out.

Due to good rains from the week before the course has got a nice green tinge back and with the weather being so near perfect the fields for all competitions have been very strong with some good scores being recorded.

Just a friendly reminder for all you men golfers who are playing in the singles knockout competition, your matches have to be played by the February 29.

The winner of the men’s stableford last Tuesday (February 2) was John Mathers on 40 points.

DTL went to Kevin Witheridge 37 points, Clarke “Clackers” Gray 36 points and Neville “Thommo” Thompson 35 points. NTP went to fourth Kevin Witheridge and 17th Norm Cooper.

The Wednesday winner in A Grade and also the Monthly Medal winner was Debbie Williams on 73 points and the B Grade winner was Kaylene Morris on 75 points.

Runner up in A Grade was Beth Curram on 74 points and B Grade Maxine Symmons on 76 points.

Scratch winners were Gale Tyers in A Grade and Maxine Symmons in B Grade, and the putting was won by Barb Warren. NTP went to 17th Kaylene Morris.

DTL went to Gale Tyers 76 points, Trudi Prue 77 points, Melina Willder 77 points and Alayne McKenzie 77 points.

The winner of Thursday’s men’s par was John Mathers on +6.

DTL went to Neville “Thommo” Thompson +5, Ray “Razor” Prain +3, George Draeger +2 and Fred Tyers +1.

NTP went to sixth Doc Menzies and 13th James McIntyre.

The winner of the chook on Friday was Cam Shanks on 27points.

DTL went to Geoff Nott 22 points, J. McQewen 22 points and Jake Chaseling 21 points.

NTP went to13th and 17th Kevin Flett.

With a big field turning up for medal day it made for a good competition on Saturday.

Winners for the day were Scott Rathjen in A Grade on 67 points, and Simon Barwick in B Grade on 70 points.

The Monthly Medal winner was Scott Rathjen.

The Scratch winner was Jamie Freeman on 76 points, and Greg Cox won the putting with 25 points.

DTL went to Jamie Freeman 70 points, Neville “Thommo” Thompson 71 points, Paul “Robbo” Robertson 72 points, Shaun Chaseling 72 points, Owen “Crackers” Kindellan 72 points, Russell McCallion 72 points and Bruce “Buzz” Knee 73 points.

NTP went to fourth Kevin Flett, sixth Shaun Chaseling, 13th John Mathers, 15th Fred Tyers and 17th Lloyd McKenzie.

The ladies’ winner was Pam Witheridge on 70 points.

DTL went to Gayle Reid and Jude Prain.

NTP went to fourth Anne Heywood.

The Friday night members draw was won by Morris Aitken, but unluckily he wasn’t present at the club to collect the $1150. The draw now jackpots to $1200 this Friday night.

Neil Fountain was the members name drawn out in the Saturday evening members draw, but unfortunately he was not present to collect the $400.

The draw now jackpots to $420 next week.

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Parrots upbeat for 2016

By Stuart Biggins THE weeks are quickly ticking away to the beginning of the football season and many eyes will once again be on the Leongatha Parrots which finished 2015 runner-up in the Gippsland League to Traralgon.

The club has filled all coaching positions and recruiting has been strong with both new players and players returning to the club Speaking on behalf of the playing group, talented leading player Cade Maskel, referring to the Parrots’ loss to Traralgon in the grand final said, “We have moved on from last year and our minds are set on doing better in 2016.”

There are a number of notable players who will be missing from the team in 2016 with Tas Clingan, Nic Nagel and Jake Best heading the list.

Clingan and Nagel have work commitments in Melbourne which will prevent them from playing for the Parrots this season and Jake Best has committed to play for Vermont in the EFL. Clingan was a member of the leadership group and

Nagel was a valuable ‘swingman’, as useful up forward as on the backline.

Best was a 2015 full forward sensation and the Gippsland League’s top goal kicker.

His loss cannot be underestimated but the club is committed to focusing on what has been gained rather than anything that has been lost.

As Maskell said, “Losing players is not going to make the team fall apart.The foundation is already set.”

Nevertheless the changes to the playing group will deal coach Beau Vernon with a new challenge.

It is a new mix but the coach’s focus will be on the strengths that this can yield as the team sets about its goal of improving on its performance which so excited its supporters in 2015.

Dale Hoghton is now training with VFL team the Footscray Bulldogs.

While Hoghton, the club’s 2015 Best and Fairest, would be greatly missed on and off the field where he is terrific leader, if he is successful in his bid to play for the Western Bulldogs Reserves, like Aaron Heppell who played for the Bombers Reserves in 2015, Hoghton would nominate the Leongatha Football Netball Club as his home team.

The coaching anticipates

if Hoghton is successful in being listed by the Western Bulldogs, he would be available for a good many games throughout the season; Heppell missed only four homeand-away games and played in the grand final.

So the official word is, Hoghton is still on board.

Tom Marriott’s return to the team after a season sidelined by injury is greatly anticipated and will bring strength and power to the team as an onballer.

“Tom’s return is huge for us,” Cade Maskell said.

Josh Hopkins, recruited from Korumburra-Bena will add depth up forward and on the wing while Joel Sinclair comes to the Parrots from MDU. Chris Dunne is an ex Gippsland Power half forward and midfielder and former Drouin player returning from Darwin where he has been playing for Northern Territory Thunder for the past three seasons.

Matt Maidment played football as a junior for Leongatha but has been playing in the Eastern Football League.

Clint Johnston’s last two seasons have been with East Malvern and Hayden Browne’s last two years have been as coach of Tarwin.

Previously Johnston played for Leongatha and is

known for his high standard play.

Pat McGrath, ex Gippsland Power player from Drouin who has been working in the UK, also formerly played in the midfield for Leongatha.

Former Leongatha juniors, Ben and Matt Chalmers come across from Tarwin and Luke Bowman from Stony Creek, Aaron Coyle and from Frankston Stonecats, Tom Olden.

In a pleasing sign for the club all new players look like being locally based and are able to train at Leongatha on both training nights.

The club is very happy with the number of Senior and Junior players who are taking the step up to the Gippsland League, and very much acknowledges the partnership and importance of a strong relationship between the Alberton League clubs and Leongatha and Wonthaggi Power.

Assisting the club’s Seniors’ coach, Beau Vernon, will be life member Paul Le Page with more than 200 Senior games; Tristan Francis; premiership player, past captain, Best and Fairest, interleague representative and Victorian Country Representative as well as coach of Korumburra Seniors 2013 grandfinalist Peter Helms; Kristian Gray who has been involved in Junior coaching at Leongatha and Gippsland League

New recruits: several of the Leongatha Football Netball Club’s new recruits, from left, Senior’s recruits Josh Hopkins, Joel Sinclair, Chris Dunne, Matt Maidment, Clint Johnston and Hayden Browne attended the pre-Christmas training session.

Interleague U18s; with Rhett McLennan in charge of strength and conditioning.

Tristan Francis will play a slightly lesser role this year due to runner commitments with the Collinwood Football Club.

The Reserves will continue with Matt Davies while Mark Garnham was announced last week as the Under 18s coach assisted b y Simon McRae. Craig Reid assisted by Nick Van der Plight will coach the Under 16s.

Other probable losses from the playing list are Ash Lynch who has retired and Rhett McLennan.

Numbers in the U16s and

U18s are quite healthy and enthusiasm on the track is reported as being high.

Added to this the club is very pleased to be so well represented at Gippsland Power with six players in Powers U16s and U18s squads.

The club has also been working over the summer to establish a Girls’ 13 to 18 year team in the Gippsland Youth Girls League.

This team will play predominantly on Sundays and has already had strong interest but will need some more players and administrators.

A public meeting will be held shortly.

The League looks like it may have a few South

Gippsland teams establishing this year which makes for a more interesting season.

Mick Hanily has taken on the role as president of the LJFC in what is shaping to be a very exciting year.

The club this year has moved to only field teams in the Central Gippsland Junior Football League with two U14s, two U12s and at least one U10 team.

Netball is progressing nicely with the girls well into training under new A Grade coach, Cathy Govers who is assisted by Kasie Rump with several new and returning players making numbers appear healthy at this stage.

South Gippsland Recogniton Round honours the life blood Bridge Club SOUTH Gippsland Bridge Club held competitions in two of its three venues last week.

At Inverloch on Friday, February 5 match and green points were hotly contested in the North/South and East/ West sectors.

In the North/South contest Jack Kuiper and Arendina Drury come a strong first with 244 match points and 0.27 green points.

Second were Dawn Jolly and Althea Drew with 205 match and 0.19 green points.

Anne and Bruce Gibson maintained their consistent form with a close third place.

The East/West pairs saw Hannah Martin and Margaret Munro achieve first place with 195 match points and 0.27 green points.

Faye Rowlands and Pat West came home a strong second with 188 match and 0.19 green points.

They were closely followed by John Sullivan and

Alan Johnston with 183 match and 0.14 green points.

On Monday, February 1 members met at Meeniyan Bowls Club at 7 pm where several close results testified to the tight competition.

First for match and master points were Robert Kain and John Cocking with 79 match and 0.30 master points.

Second place was shared

by Kathyrn Smith and David Baggallay with Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope. Both pairs shared a score of 77 match and 0.18 master points.

The next place was an equal fourth shared by Kathleen Dowd and Ellie Mcintyre, and Sally and Brian Hoskins each scoring 77 match and 0.05 master points.

Well done to all who played.

Bridge lessons are planned for February for beginners.

Phone Ken McKenzie on 0438066238 for details.

Clubbing together IN the best interests of promoting Junior football in the Alberton league district, the Tarwin FNC and Stony Creek FNC are launching a joint venture to field combined Under 10, Under 12 and Under 14 football teams.

Anthony Hullick co-president of Tarwin and Steve Martin president of Stony Creek are hosting an information session at 5pm on Wednesday, February 17 at the Town Cricket Club, on Horn Street in Leongatha for young footballers aged seven to 14 years.

Senior players and coaches from both clubs will be present for the occasion which will include a light training session followed by a barbecue.

The clubs emphasise this is not a merger but a joint venture to find the best outcome for young footballers in the district looking to play competitive football.

EACH year the Leongatha and District Cricket Association (LDCA) recognises two people who have contributed a lot to cricket throughout the South Gippsland area with Recognition Round.

This year’s honoured two are Tony Vanim from Foster CC and Trevor Aplin from Kilcunda Bass CC. When the Kilcunda Bass Cricket Club was formed in 1973/74 Trevor Aplin signed up to play with the newly established Under 16 team as an 11 years old.

Over the next 15 seasons Trevor would play in two Under 16 premierships, two runner-up teams and represent the Outtrim Wonthaggi Cricket Association at Junior Country Week on three occasions.

In his first season of Senior cricket he played in the B Grade premiership side in 1979/80 and then the A Grade premiership side the season after before playing in the next three A Grade grand finals finishing runners up on all occasions.

In addition to his on field presence Mr Aplin also held an executive committee position of secretary from the age of 18, and performed the dual role of treasurer on several occasions.

He was a key figure in the development and construction of the first practice wicket and nets at the Bass Recreation Reserve in the early 1980s.

Mr Aplin was the captain coach in 1984/85 and again in 1986/87 when he was also the runner-up in the WDCA batting aggregate with 422 runs.

He was also the coach of the junior team for a number of seasons.

After a break from cricket lasting some 21 seasons Mr Aplin returned to play for Kilcunda Bass in the 2009/10 season, a return that resulted in him playing in a grand final in the West Gippsland Cricket Association one day competition.

The following season, 2010/11, as captain of the B Grade he won the LDCA B Grade batting with 326 runs (average 40.75) which included back-to-back centuries in rounds 13 and 14.

He was named in the LDCA team of the year for B Grade 2010/11, 2011/12 and 2012/13 and in 2014 he registered his highest score of 123 against Korumburra.

In 2014/15 Trevor was again selected to play in the 1st XI for Kilcunda Bass, some 37 years since his debut in the 1st XI in the 1977/78 season: a remarkable feat.

Not only did he return in the capacity as an onfield leader but was once again back on committee in 2011 and has held the role of vice president over the past three years, working to improve the infrastructure at the club.

Major projects such as the training nets and safety fencing, tree removal, upgrading the second ground and refurbishing the club

Community strength: despite coming to cricket later in his sporting career, Tony Vanin’s untiring contribution to the Foster Club have been worthy of his being named as one of the two cricketers in the LDCA honoured by the annual Recognition Round.

Spirit of the club: Trevor Alpin is almost a walking history of all the great things associated with the Kilcunda Bass Cricket Club and make him such a worthy selection as one of two cricketers honoured

by Recognition Round.

rooms have been completed due to the ability and determination of Trevor to get things done.

He is groundsman, builder, plumber, painter, bar tender and cricket mentor to anyone who will listen.

As with many of his ilk he prefers to get on with things without making a fuss.

It is the commitment and dedication of Trevor and those like him that are the lifeblood of country cricket.

Trevor has only played cricket for Kilcunda Bass and is the only person to play senior cricket for Kilcunda Bass in all associations that it has been affiliated with: Outtrim Wonthaggi, Wonthaggi District, West Gippsland and the Leongatha District Cricket

Association.

He has taken five wickets or more in an innings 10 times with the impressive figures of 6/16, 5/5 both taken in the 1979/80 premiership season, as well as 5/15 in the semi final of that season. Trevor has also scored four centuries his most recent being in 2014 which was also his highest score of 123.

It is also fitting that in this, the 42nd year after he began playing cricket as an 11 year old and in his 21st season playing for the club, that Trevor Aplin now join his mother Mrs Deidre Aplin and brother Craig Aplin as a life member of the Kilcunda Bass Cricket Club.

Tony Vanin came to cricket late in his sporting career.

He has contributed to the Foster Cricket Club on

the field, as a committee man, as a generous worker and as a mentor for younger players.

As a player, Tony’s contribution as a batsman and fielder saw him involved in three premierships: 1978/79 B Grade, 2000/01 C Grade and the 2012/13 C Grade.

Years of successful cricket and positive antics have made Tony well known through the cricketing community.

Mr Vanin has been president of the club for four years, secretary for four years and the grants officer across many successful applications.

His involvement in everything from drainage on the ground to the installation of the practice nets and important new facilities has helped the club continue in a positive manner.

Retiring as a player in 2014 Mr Vanin continues to donate his time and effort to the club.

He continues as a committee man and grants officer, turns up on training nights to cook the sausages and continues to offer his constructive criticism to improve the club.

Tony is positive, always offering great ideas to help grow the club and likes nothing more than to see the youngsters enjoy their cricket and improve.

Tony is to be officially recognised by the Foster Cricket Club for the amazing contribution he makes to our club and community.

It is the efforts by those like Tony Vanin which help make our community.

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SPORT | BOWLS Leongatha ON Tuesday, February 2 Division 1 ladies were at home to Corinella and were the overall winners, 78 to 56 shots: Trish McCormack’s (s) team won 22 to 21 shots, Leonie Hanks’(s) team won 30 to 13 shots and Rosa James’(s) team won 26 to 22 shots.

Division 3 was home to Phillip Island and was the overall winner, 56 to 36 shots: Bev Thompson’s (s) team won 33 to 19 shots and Mary Jepson’s (s) team won 23 to 17 shots.

Tuesday, February 9, the last of the home and away rounds will see Division 1 away to Phillip Island and Division 3 away to Tarwin Lower.

Tuesday evening, February 2 saw the first round of the 2016 twilight barefoot bowls underway with some 28 business teams entered. Results were as follows: Gatha Lions 79 d Cellars Ladies team 29, Leongatha Bowls team 77 d Ted Martin Pools 33, Mountain View (2) 70 d Parks 40, Whackers 73 d Nippers 47, Pags 66 d Mur-

Inverloch OUR Wednesday Social Bowls was played as two games of 10 ends.

There was only one two game winner.

Congratulations to the J Team of Judy Parker, Joan Clark and Joyce Arnold.

Raffles were won by Judy Parker, Marg Griffin and Gail Applin.

Wednesday, February 10 is our Monthly Triples again with play starting at 10am.

We welcomed 20 teams on Sunday for our Gala Day. Our home teams mingled with players from other South Gippsland clubs and further afield for the Mixed Fours format.

The only requirement of the game was that each team had a lady skip.

There were three games of 12 ends to be contested under glorious conditions of sunshine with a cooling breeze.

Runners-up were the team of Janis Parks, Jan Fraser, Mick Bowman and Robyn Dennis who had two wins and a draw.

Congratulations to the only team winning all three games, Nell Van Grunsven, Nic Van Grunsven, Ron Burge and Gail Burge.

Winning the best overall game was Veronica Muir, Doug Muir, Bryan Hensley and Cynthia Hensley.

Thanks to all who donated raffle prizes which were all appreciated by the winners.

Thursday social bowls drew a good attendance as expected at this time of year when the weather is mostly inviting.

Teams played two fourteen end games in teams of three.

Winners, with 37 points, were Harry Rybalka, Pat Sheedy and David Turnbull.

Runners-up, with 36 points, were Bob Davis, Mike Applin and Gavin Butler.

Social bowls are on again next Thursday, February 11 starting at 12.30 pm.

Saturday Pennant, Round 14, the final home and away game of the season saw Inverloch winning in all of its five matches securing a finals berth for Divisions One, Two and Four (two teams) with Division Five ending the year on a high note by securing a win at Meeniyan.

Division One: Inverloch defeated Phillip Island.

The best rink with 18 shots up was Ron Burge, An-

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ray Goulburn 41, Repco 67 d Spencers H.B.B. 43, Harry’s Plumbing 66 d Nesci Transport 44, Beers 71 d Westaway Ford 49, X Factor 66 d Bowls & Beauty 46, Mini Skips 73 d Pagettes 53, Edneys 65 d Ladies 55, BJ Earthmoving 10 d Stewarts Tyres 0, Brewsters fill-ins 59 d Smiths 53 and Mountain View (1) 50 d Leading Edge 48.

After round one the ladder sees the top six as Leongatha Lions on top followed by Leongatha Bowls team, Whackers, Mini Skips, Beers, Mountain View (1).

A full ladder rundown will be given after round two which will be held Tuesday evening, February 9.

If you want to have a good night’s entertainment for free get down to the Leongatha Bowls Club on Tuesday evenings 6pm and watch these teams in action.

On Wednesday, February 3 it was midweek social bowls and the winners were J. Lye (s) and J. Chadwick with two wins, a loss and plus 12.

Runners-up were B. Fisher (s) and J. Bowman with two wins, a loss and plus eight.

Friday, February 5 saw 92 folk at the Kitty Club tea night, and another great night was had by all thanks to the club’s dedicated chefs, kitchen staff and dedicated MC John O’Connor and his assistant Glenda.

Saturday, February 6 saw the last round of the men’s pennant home and away games and all three divisions finish off with wins.

Division 1 travelled to Loch and won 92 to 51 shots: J. Hall’s (s) team won 24 to 21 shots, W. Walker (s) won 39 to 11 shots and R. Trotman (s) won 29 to 19 shots.

Division 3 travelled to Port Welshpool and also won overall, 71 to 48 shots: I. Todd’s (s) team won 27 to 13 shots, Jack Kuiper (s) won 23 to 12 shots and A. Rayson lost 21 to 23 shots.

Division 4 travelled to Tarwin Lower and won overall, 75 to 70 shots: R. Young’s (s) team won 32 to 19 shots, G. Drury (s) lost 17 to 36 shots and L. Wilson (s) won 26 to 20 shots.

It would appear the only division for Leongatha to now play semi finals will be Divi-

drew Rowe, Wayne Parks and Gavin Butler.

Division Two: Inverloch defeated Corinella.

The best rink was Bob Davis, Doug Muir, Carol Hughes and Paul Davis.

Division Four: Inverloch White defeated Phillip Island.

The best rink with 34 shots up was Neil Everitt, Bryan Hensley, Ann Tschiderer and Laurie Gabell.

Inverloch Blue defeated Wonthaggi.

The best Rink with 34 shots up was Malcolm Marshall, Terry Seaward, Rick Brevitt and Ron Kee. Division Five: Inverloch defeated Meeniyan.

The best rink with seven shots up was Ron Howard,

Brian Growse, Terry Orford and David Turnbull.

On the all important SGBD Pennant ladder, at the end of the season (Round 14), Inverloch finished in these positions:

sion 1, and the club wishes it the very best next Saturday.

Entries are still open for the Short Form Pairs event to be held on Sunday, February 21 with a 9.30am start and BYO lunch, and also for the Berrys Triples Day, Tuesday, March 22, 9.30am start and BYO lunch.

Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.

Meeniyan TUESDAY Pennant was away to Wonthaggi with one rink winning the last match, a home game to San Remo.

Tuesday corporate bowls winners were Great Bowls of Fire with Bombers the runners-up.

Wednesday’s winner was Hordens with Dylan Z runnerup.

Thursday 4 was Monthly Triples.

Winners were Fish Creek’s Tim Mclean, Dave Christie and Robin McKenzie.

Runners –up were Leongatha’s Wayne Walker, Peter Shaw and Rick Brevitt.

Best last game went to George Kirk, Jack Croft and Mal Ellis (Foster).

• Division One: second behind Phillip Island.

• Division Two: second behind San Remo.

• Division Four: Whites and Blues, first and second respectively.

Social fun: the winner of Inverloch Wednesday Social Bowls was the J Team, Joan Clark, Judy Parker and Joyce Arnold.

Gala runners-up: Janis Parks, Jan Fraser, Mick Bowman and Robyn Dennis were the runners-up at Inverloch’s Gala Day held on Sunday.

Saturday Pennant was the last match for the season with both teams at home.

Against Toora Division Two went down74 shots to 76 and Division Five went down to Inverloch 75 shots to 78.

Both teams had one winning rink.

Members and friends enjoyed a gourmet barbecue to complete a not very successful season.

In a very busy week, Sunday 7 was our married couple day with two fills.

First fill winners were Alan and Heather Marshall with runners-up Paul and Robyn Griffith (both pairs from Tarwin Lower).

Second fill winners were Archie and Roz Dow (Korumburra) with Alan and Janice Blackwell (San Remo) runners-up.

Sponsor for the event was Leongatha RSL. The next major event for this month is the annual Farmers Day Triples on Monday, February 15.

Tarwin Lower SATURDAY was a successful day for Tarwin Bowls.

The Division Two side had a win over Fish Creek and as a result qualified for the finals.

Now it’s off to Phillip Island for the semi final against Corinella.

Division Four went down to Leongatha but maintained its place in the division for next season.

Division Two Ladies had a win at home last Tuesday against Mirboo North and have retained top position in Division Two (Gold).

Division Three lost to its host at Corinella, however, in a great effort Carol, Mary, Marian and Gwen scored an eight on one end.

The Ladies State Fours team is off to Trafalgar on Sunday, February 14 for the divisional finals against Drouin.

We wish them well in their quest to go one better than last year.

The club now has its own website established by Bill Massier with the very generous assistance of Denis Stanes.

Many thanks to Bill and Denis for all the time, effort and expertise they put into this project.

Buffalo indoor ON Wednesday, February 3 there were nine players on a nice night to bowl which saw

Gala winners: congratulations to the winner of Inverloch’s Gala Day, Nell and Nic Van Grunsven and Gail and Ron Burge.

Best overall game: Cynthia and Bryan Hensley and Veronica and Doug Muir claimed the best overall game at Inverloch’s Gala Day with 25 shots up.

four teams, one of three and three of two.

It was nice to have Vito Serafino for a night of bowls, they played three games of eight ends with six bowls.

In fourth (LLL), skipper Bill Wolswinkle and Mary Tumino; third (DLW), skipper Toni Heldens, Ian Hasty and Joe Occhipinti; second (DWD), skipper Vito Serafino and Joyce Occhipinti; first (WWD), skipper Charlie Tumino and Denyse Menzies.

The best first game was Charlie 8-7, second Vito 14-2 and Third Toni 14-4.

We hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall.

South Gippsland pennant bowls Results - Saturday, February 6 Division 1: Korumburra 16-92 d Lang Lang 0-52; Phillip Island White 2-56 lt Inverloch 14-76; Loch & District 0-51 lt Leongatha 16-92; Wonthaggi 0-52 lt Phillip Island Blue 16-90.

Division 2: Meeniyan 2-74 lt Toora 14-76; San Remo 16-84 d Mirboo North 0-51; Tarwin Lower 14-72 d Fish Creek 2-58; Inverloch 2-68 lt Corinella 14-71.

Division 3: Korumburra 14-71 d Foster 2-68; Phillip Island 16-81 d Wonthaggi Blue 0-60; Port Welshpool 2-48 lt Leongatha 14-71; Wonthaggi Gold 15-68 d San Remo 1-59.

Division 4: Korumburra 14-89 d Lang Lang 2-55; Inverloch Blue 14-95 d Wonthaggi 2-49; Tarwin Lower 2-70 lt Leongatha 14-75; Inverloch White 14-78 d Phillip Island 2-67.

Division 5: Foster 1-58 lt Toora 15-76; Meeniyan 2-75 lt Inverloch 14-78; San Remo 16-91 d Phillip Island 0-47; Loch & District 0-50 lt Corinella 16-90; Fish Creek 16-0 (bye).

Ladders Division 1 Phillip Island Blue .......+336 182 Inverloch ......................+297 165 Leongatha ....................+101 150 Korumburra ..................+30 118 Lang Lang ......................-117 82 Wonthaggi ......................-172 80 Phillip Island White .......-146 69 Loch & District ..............-329 50 Division 2 San Remo .....................+192 169 Inverloch .................... +102 140 Corinella ........................+62 112 Tarwin Lower ................-19 112 Fish Creek .......................-22 108 Toora ...............................-22 101 Mirboo North ..................-83 87 Meeniyan .......................-210 57 Division 3

Foster ............................ +97 146 Wonthaggi Blue ..........+149 140 Wonthaggi Gold ............+17 127 Phillip Island .................+46 120 San Remo ........................-42 105 Port Welshpool ................-50 94 Leongatha ......................-107 86 Korumburra .................. -110 78 Division 4 Inverloch White ...........+233 171 Inverloch Blue ...............+96 138 Wonthaggi .....................+64 131 Phillip Island .............. +105 127 Leongatha ...................... +34 125 Tarwin Lower ................. -64 90 Korumburra ....................-127 83 Lang Lang .....................-341 31 Division 5 San Remo ....................+300 183 Corinella ......................+204 171 Phillip Island ..................-14 141 Foster .............................+28 131 Toora ...............................+15 128 Fish Creek .........................-7 123 Meeniyan..........................-49 98 Inverloch .......................-267 77 Loch & District ..............-210 68

Next Saturday sees the semi finals being played: Division 1: (at Toora) Phillip Island Blue v Inverloch, Leongatha v Korumburra.

Division 2: (at Phillip Island) San Remo v Inverloch, Corinella v Tarwin Lower.

Division 3: (at Tarwin Lower) Foster v Wonthaggi Blue, Wonthaggi Gold v Phillip Island.

Division 4: (at San Remo) Inverloch White v Inverloch Blue, Wonthaggi v Phillip Island.

Division 5: (at Inverloch) San Remo v Corinella, Phillip Island v Foster.

Semi final - Kiss of Death tips: Division 1: Inverloch to defeat Phillip Island Blue by nine shots; Leongatha to defeat Korumburra by 29 shots.

Division 2: San Remo over Inverloch by 18 shots, Tarwin Lower easily by 31 shots over Corinella.

Division 3: Wonthaggi Blue to move into the grand final by a solid 23 shots over Foster; Wonthaggi Gold by the narrowest of margins (1 shot) over Phillip Island.

Division 4: An extra end will have to be played to decide the victor between Inverloch White & Inverloch Blue.

Blue by two shots; Phillip Island will take Wonthaggi to the cleaners with a massive 38 shot win.

Division 5: San Remo will win comfortably over Corinella by 15 shots; Phillip Island in a canter over Foster by 36 shots.

Spectators are most welcome at all semi-final venues, however to get a good vantage point need to get there early.

Spectators are requested not to sit within the rinks of play, but sit on side of the green not being used by the players.

Green grins: from left, Graham Jackson and Trevor Terr represented Wonthaggi at the pennant on Saturday.

Winning bowl: Dennis Stanes won Wonthaggi a game of bowls with his turn on the green at Wonthaggi Bowls Club on Saturday.

Bowling buddies: from left, Rod Beech and Johnny Migs enjoyed a day of bowls at Wonthaggi Bowls Club on Saturday.

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Silver and bronze for McFarlane

THOMAS McFarlane has returned home from the Cycling Australia Track National Championships in Adelaide with a silver and bronze medal in his pocket.

In all McFarlane competed in four events winning two medals and placing fifth and with one confusing disqualification.

Competing in the men’s Under 19 section (M19); Thomas left his best till last when he took home silver in the 10 km scratch race final in one of the last events at the Nationals on Saturday night, February 6.

Fellow Victorian Kelland O’Brien won the gold medal, McFarlane silver and Western Australian Matt Richardson in third place.

McFarlane was fired up for the scratch race which isn’t normally his

best event and was rattling home on the last turn. The rider McFarlane was runner-up, O’Brien, finished male champion of champions at the carnival.

In the M19 sprint final McFarlane claimed a bronze medal. Winning gold was Connor Rowley, also from Victoria, with Harrison Lodge from South Australia taking home silver.

McFarlane was extremely unlucky in the M19 Keirin final when he was disqualified when penalised for moving down towards the inside of the track when a rival was already there.

According to sources at the track McFarlane did not interfere with any rider and was extremely disappointed that in his best chance for gold he was the only rider for that week disqualified. Connections saw a lot worse incidents that week and supporters will no doubt be interested in

hearing the reasons for the disqualification.

In McFarlane’s fourth event, the M19, 1000m time trial final, he finished in fifth placing, 1.4 seconds off the gold medal win by Cameron Scott from New South Wales.

McFarlane was cheered on in Adelaide by the McFarlane family as well as coach Tony Smith and his family. They are justly proud of his efforts against the best in Australia.

Big tick for Austin Austin Timmins has been selected in the Victorian team for the National track championships for the juniors in Tasmania later this month.

Timmins set up his selection when he won silver in the Victorian championships for the 2000 metre individual pursuit.

Silver success: Leongatha’s Thomas McFarlane, left, competing for Victoria in the Track National Championships in Adelaide, claimed silver in the 10km scratch race. He is pictured with, middle, gold medal winner fellow Victorian Kelland O’Brien and Matt Richardson from WA, third.

• Leongatha Cycling Club

• South Gippsland Field and Game Club

Firing on target Friday night lights THE Leongatha Cycling Club managed to enjoy a pleasant Friday night of racing once again after previous weeks have been impacted by rainy conditions.

SOME 101 South Gippsland Field and Game Club shooters enjoyed a 75 Tgts Sim Grd event on a warm summer day of simulated clay target shooting on Sunday, February 7.

The high gun for the day was W. Lieshout with a score of 68.

The other place getters are as follows: AA: W. Lieshout 68, P. Longworth 58 and A. Mc Donald 57.

A: B. Morrison 60, J. Fowler 59 and S. White 58.

B: M. Huitson 58, D. Lardner 53 and B. Fisher 51.

C: B.Mioni55,J.Green53andH.Robbins51.

Vets: W. Cumberland 53, G. Hart 53 and J. Jennison 44.

Ladies: K. Anderson 53, F. Morey 47 and B. Hart 45.

Juniors: J. Lieshout 50, B. Morey 49 and A. McKenzie 48.

The next shoot will be a 75 Tgts Sim Grd event held on Sunday, March 6 at 11am at Hallston.

Anyone interested in trying simulated clay target shooting just come along and you will be made most welcome.

The AGM for South Gippsland Field and Game will be held in the meeting room at the Leongatha RSL at 7.30 pm on Tuesday, March 8.

Also South Gippsland Field and Game will

SGBD Tuesday pennant bowls Round 13 - February 2 Division 1: San Remo 16/81 (39 shots) d Phillip Island -/42. (S. Carvosso 30 d D. Wagner 11, R. Dennis 29 d W. Braun 10, J. Allen-Dayle 22 d P. Major 21).

Wonthaggi 14/89 (39 shots) d Meeniyan 2/50 (A. Green 38 d B. Dyke 10, M. McBain 32 d A. Maruzza 17, K. Simpson 19 lt M. Pearson 23.)

Leongatha 16/78 (22 shots) d Corinella -/56 (R. James 26 d M. Hoy 22, L. Hanks 30 d T. Durbridge 13, T. McCormack 22 d J. Carter 2).

Inverloch 14/73 (9 shots) d Foster 2/64 (L. Luby 26 d L. Wheeler 23, A. Tschiderer 30 d G. Facey 22, C. Hughes 17 lt B. Tyers 19).

Division 2 (Green): San Remo 14/72 (10 shots) d Loch & District 2/62 (J. Blackwell 34 d G. Hume 16, J. Farquhar 22 d J. Miller 21, J. Grindlay 16 ltV. Kennedy 25).

Inverloch 14/72 (17 shots) d Wonthaggi 2/55 (M. Flett 26 d R. Stewart 18, S. Nation 29 d K. Bird 17, N. Martin 17 lt J. Kellow 20).

Lang Lang 14/59 (7 shots) d Phillip Island 2/52 (B. Kitchin 20 d J. Christie16, R. Geyer 20 d J. Boyce 16, J. Prowd 19 lt J. Chipperfield 20).

Division 2 (Gold): Port

High gun: Junior winner of the South Gippsland Field and Game Club simulated clay target shooting was Joseph Lieshout. be holding waterfowl identification tests in February.

Bookings are essential and for further information contact Geoff Cooper on 0408 623 738.

Welshpool 16/69 (22 shots) d Toora -/22 (M. McDonald 26 d B. Worden 13, L. McLaine 22 d M. Leslie 16, P. Matthews 21 d B. Curram 18).

Fish Creek 14/70 (7 shots) d Korumburra 2/63 (N. McKenzie 27 d M. Goad 14, J. Cunningham 22 d J. McVeigh 19, N. Van Dyk 21 lt D. Williams 30).

Tarwin 15/76 (26 shots) d Mirboo North 1/50 (S. Browne 29 d M. Briscoe 13, H. Twite 25 d A. Plowman 15, H. Marshall 22 drew D. Stein 22).

Division 3: Corinella 14/50 (8 shots) d Tarwin Lower -/42 (J. Brown 29 d C. Giroud 25, P. Argent 21 d V. Martin 17).

Leongatha 14/56 (20 shots) d Phillip Island -/36 ( M. Jepson 23 d M. Puncher 17, B. Thompson 33 d D. Bateman 19).

Foster 14/71 (43 shots) d Wonthaggi -/28 (J. Bohn.30 d T. Kavanagh 16, R. Riati 41 d L. Beaumont 12, Korumburra 12/38 (2 shots) d Inverloch 2/36 (S. Martin 20 d P. Lawson 15, J. Blogg 18 lt B.Kurrle 21).

Ladders Division 1 San Remo .......................+147 Inverloch ........................+139 Wonthaggi ........................+75 Leongatha............................-3 Foster ..................................-23 Phillip Island ......................-46 Corinella .............................-15 Meeniyan ..........................-274 Division 2 (Green)

146 123 118 108 106 94 91 46

San Remo .......................+241 Wonthaggi ..........................+5 Lang Lang ........................+44 Phillip Island....................+46 Inverloch.............................-30 Loch ..................................-306 Division 2 (Gold) Tarwin Lower ................+152 Port Welshpool ...................-3 Korumburra ....................+83 Toora .................................+14 Fish Creek ..........................-82 Mirboo North ...................-164 Division 3 Korumburra ..................+111 Foster ................................+81 Wonthaggi ...........................-9 Leongatha.........................+18 Corinella ..............................+9 Inverloch.............................-26 Phillip Island ......................-42 Tarwin Lower ...................-142

170 109 103 98 93 51 142 114 113 98 94 63 135 115 105 88 86 86 80 33

However, it was riders tired from school camps and unable to ride which affected up the racing.

The usual one lap time trial was the opening event and only Bernadette Fitzgerald managed a personal best for the night.

For the Seniors it was Austin Timmins at 32.06 ahead of Gavin Slavin 32.64 and Bernadette at 34.23.

In the Juniors it was a consistent ride from Oliver McLean 36.48 ahead of Thomas Fitzger-

ald 37.06 and Felicity Waddell 41.48.

The next races on the program were scratch races with the Seniors over eight laps and the Juniors over five.

The Senior race saw Austin win from Gavin and Kevin Feely.

In the Juniors it was a win for Oliver ahead of Thomas and Felicity.

Next up the riders had handicap events with the Juniors over one lap and Felicity (40m) lead all the way to win from Thomas (20) and Oliver (scratch).

In their re-handicap over two laps it was a completely different outcome with Oliver (scratch) chasing the other riders to have a fine win from Thomas and Felicity.

The Senior handicap over two laps saw Bernadette (90)

keep it a girls’ night by winning from the fast finishing Austin (scratch) and Dylan Adams (45).

In their re-handicap it was Austin (scratch) winning from Gavin (40) and Kevin Feely (65).

With rapid fire racing, the riders were looking for something a little less strenuous so the sprint option was attractive.

The Junior sprint saw Oliver win from Thomas and Felicity.

The first Senior heat went to Austin over Gavin whilst in heat two it was Dylan ahead of Kevin and Bernadette.

The last race for the night was a 10 lap scratch race for the seniors.

Austin raced with a bunch to the half way mark before some power pedalling saw him riding alone.

With two laps to go he

eased up and allowed Gavin to catch up and then for Gavin to outsprint him in the dash to the line. Kevin Feely raced home gamely for third.

In the Junior three lap dash it was Oliver from Thomas and Felicity.

Members are urged to get back into training as club titles will need to be held over the next weekends.

There were plenty of bike riders around Inverloch on Saturday for the Stage 3 finish of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour at Inverloch.

Club members enjoyed the day of riding in fine and dry conditions.

Sunday mornings sees a number of riders racing in criteriums at Warragul so the extra racing ensures they remain fit for track racing.

• Allambee Mirboo & District tennis

Island wins top spot PHILLIP ISLAND has taken top spot with a win over Koony.

Leongatha North was the winner against Leongatha. Bad luck for Spencer Caughey with an injury early in the game.

Let’s hope not too serious. Inverloch had the bye.

In Section 2 Outtrim won well against Mardan with two tiebreakers Outtrim’s way.

Berrys Creek won 7/2, Burra Racquets did well to win two ladies sets.

Koony and Hallston had well contested sets, Koony was the winner. Hats off to Michael Grist, what an inspiration to young players, giving them the confidence to have a go.

Longshots and Leongatha had the game of the round.

Longshots won by a game, Leongatha had five sets.

Baromi Yellow won all sets against the young Leongatha North team.

In Section 3 Eagles and Hawks played an even match, and there was a tiebreaker in the men’s doubles.

Falcons won the three mixed sets with a tiebreaker each way in the match.

Section 3 is a very even section, the further season progresses.

Results Section 1: Leongatha North

Leongatha North 0.33, Outtrim 8.71 d Mardan 1.33, Longshots 4.57 d Leongatha 5.56, Baromi Black - bye.

Section 3: Falcons 5.45 d Baromi 2.38, Eagles 4.47 d Hawks 2.38, Parrots - bye.

Ladders Section 1 Phillip Island......................... 101.5 Inverloch ............................... 100.5 Koonwarra .............................. 79.0 Leongatha North .................... 69.5 Leongatha ................................. 60.0 Section 2

Koonwarra ............................ 119.0 Berrys Creek......................... 110.5 Outtrim.................................. 105.5 Baromi Yellow....................... 102.5 Baromi Black ........................... 89.5 Hallston..................................... 79.0 Longshots ................................. 74.5 Leongatha ................................. 66.5 Mardan...................................... 59.5 Burra Raquets........................... 47.5 Leongatha North ...................... 46.5 Section 3 Falcons ..................................... 89.0 Parrots ..................................... 75.5 Eagles ....................................... 69.5 Baromi ..................................... 66.0 Leongatha Hawks .................... 36.5

COMING SOON TO LEONGATHA

8.66 d Leongatha 1.27, Phillip

Island 7.62 d Koonwarra 2.38, Inverloch - bye.

Section 2: Koonwarra 8.69 d Hallston 1.43, Berrys Creek 7.67 d Burra Racquets 2.30, Baromi Yellow 9.72 d

Mirboo North & District junior tennis Results - Round 13 February 6 A Grade: Leongatha Red 6 sets, 36 games d Fish Creek 0 sets, 5 games; Leongatha Blue 6 sets, 36 games d Mardan 0 set, 15 games; Baromi Sandstorm 3 sets, 28 games d Baromi Tornado 3 sets, 22 games; Leongatha Green - bye.

B Grade: Fish Creek 5 sets, 32 games d Leongatha Angus 1 set, 12 games; Leongatha Friesians 5 sets, 32 games d Baromi Mirage 1 set, 15 games; Mardan 5 sets, 32 games d Leongatha Galloways 1 set, 12 games; Leongatha North 4 sets, 29 games

d Leongatha Jerseys 2 sets, 19 games; Leongatha Herefords 6 sets, 36 games d Baromi Hurricane 0 sets, 0 games - forfeit; Leongatha Limousins - bye.

C Grade: Baromi Hornets 3 sets, 19 games d Leongatha Poodles 1 set, 19 games; Fish Creek 2 sets, 21 games d Mardan 2 sets, 18 games; Leongatha Terriers - bye.

Ladders A Grade Leongatha Red ....................76.5 Leongatha Green .................70.0 Leongatha Blue....................52.0 Mardan.................................41.0 Fish Creek .............................32.0

Baromi Sandstorm ................23.0 Baromi Tornado ....................21.0 B Grade Leongatha North .................80.5 Mardan.................................62.5 Fish Creek ............................61.5 Leongatha Limousins..........59.0 Leongatha Herefords .............53.5 Leongatha Galloways............47.5 Leongatha Friesians ..............33.5 Leongatha Jerseys .................33.5 Leongatha Angus ..................27.7 Baromi Hurricane..................18.5 Baromi Mirage ......................18.5 C Grade Fish Creek ............................46.5 Leongatha Poodles ..............34.5 Leongatha Terriers..............33.5 Baromi Hornets ...................29.0 Mardan ..................................19.0

SEASON STARTS FRIDAY FEB 19 AND ENDS FRIDAY MARCH 18

AT LEONGATHA TENNIS CLUB, 6PM to 7.30PM All individuals welcome, just turn up on any of the 5 Fridays for a game ENQUIRIES: GLENN 0427 006 045 OR GREG 0417 373 588

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• LDCA A Grade, Division 1

Town scores a surprise win TOWN pulled off an unexpected win against Inverloch on Saturday.

With its first innings score of 288 runs Town was well placed to inflict an upset against Inverloch.

Amila Ratnaike was on top with the ball and returned an economical 5/23 from his 12 overs.

Six of the Sri Lankan bowler’s overs were maidens.

In the end Inverloch fell only 33 runs short when the innings was brought to an end with the loss of the last Stingray wicket.

Inverloch’s loss keeps the final position of the top placed sides fluid and interesting.

Imperials’ first innings was brought to a close last week due to a magnificent bowling spell by Nerrena’s Paul Matheson, the Red Caps resumed at 1/7.

Red Caps made it home with the loss of four wickets in 70 overs.

Given the heroics of Matheson the previous Saturday it was obligatory for the team to give the nine wicket haul its full match winning significance.

In an innings of 202 runs Tim Wightman scored 63, Mitchell Clark 50 and Damien Symmons was not out on 44.

Jack Ginnane took 3/30.

Mark Lafferty bowled 20 overs conceding just 44 runs and sent down seven maidens.

Nerrena seems firmly

lodged in third place on the ladder while Imperials is last.

The competition leader by a country mile is OMK from Inverloch.

Play between the top side and struggling Phillip Island was abandoned last week when the Outtrim ground was deemed unfit for play.

The match was played as a one day game on Saturday.

Phillip Island won the toss and batted first.

Opening batsman Lachlan Cleeland 51 and number three Paul Chin 38 top scored and the Sharks were back in the shed with just 150 runs in the 39th over.

Barry Wyatt was the start bowler for OMK taking 4/37 (8).

Peter Dell and Daniel Lloyd took two wickets each.

OMK needed 40 runs to seal the game and with five wickets down the Diggers had plenty to spare.

They left the ground with 5/259.

Thomas Wyatt top scored with 90 runs while Jason Wilson’s tally was 67 and Daniel Lloyd made 50.

Phillip Island’s Simon Kirton was its only multiple wicket taker with 2/56.

Club’s 275 first innings had set the bar high for Korumburra Bena but the Cobras are known for their fighting spirit and the two teams are evenly placed.

And as it turned out the match was a close call for Club as the Cobras drew closer and closer to their target.

With Shane Dole in form

with 70 runs and Kyle Dorman 49 and Luke Zanchetta 59 also getting plenty of runs, a win was looking possible for Korumburra Bena.

For Club, Scott Williams was taking wickets – he finished with 4/77- and other bowlers were contributing to a steady coming and going of batsmen.

In the end the Cobras were bowled out in the 73rd over 23 runs short.

OMK d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island L. Cleeland c. b. D. Lloyd ...........................51 C. Keerthisinghe c. A. Rose b. P. Dell .................................2 P. Chin b. B. Wyatt ...................38 B. Johnston c. A. Rose b. B. Wyatt .............................0 B. Insall c&b. B. Wyatt ............10 J. Keating c. A. Rose b. D. Lloyd .............................5 J. Black r.o..................................1 G. Odgers b. A. Jenkins .............5 Z. Brown lbw. b. P. Dell .............6 J. Cox n.o. ..................................7 S. Kirton c&b. B. Wyatt .............7 Extras ......................................18 Total .......................................150 Bowling: P. Dell 2/12, A. Jenkins 1/29, N. Cant 0/16, J. Wilson 0/40, B. Wyatt 4/37, D. Lloyd 2/8.

1st innings OMK D. Lloyd c. L. Cleeland b. C. Keerthisinghe ..............50 J. Van Rooye c. L. Cleeland b. S. Kirton .............................4 J. Wilson c. C. Keerthisinghe b. Z. Brown ..........................67 A. Miller lbw. b. S. Kirton .........5 T. Wyatt c. B. Johnston b. G. Odgers .........................90 A. Rose n.o...............................20 Extras ......................................13 Total .............................5/249 (cc) Bowling: J. Cox 0/64, S. Kirton 2/56, C. Keerthisinghe 1/19, Z. Brown 1/64, G. Odgers 1/39.

Going to town: Matt Borschmann took 1/54 and Town’s bowlers contributed 42 extras to Inverloch’s innings total which fell 33 runs short of the tally needed to win the game. More photos at www.mdphotos.net 1st innings Imperials 199 1st innings Nerrena S. Lester b. J. Ginnane ...............0 D. Baldi c. T. Sauvarin b. J. Ginnane ........................12 T. Wightman c. D. Lunn b. T. Sauvarin .......................63 M. Clark c. L. Rogers b. J. Ginnane ........................50 D. Symmons n.o.......................44 C. Savage n.o. ..........................24 Extras ........................................9 Total ....................................4/202 Bowling: J. Ginnane 3/30, T. Sauvarin 1/47, M. Lafferty 0/44, L. Rogers 0/34, D. Ginnane 0/19, K. Gray 0/13, S. Graham 0/8.

IMPERIALS def by NERRENA

KORUMBURRA def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens 275 1st innings Korumburra D. Salmon c. B. Osborne b. S. Williams .......................15 I. Osman c. K. Brann b. R. Thomas ..........................0 K. Rigby c. B. Osborne b. S. Williams .........................6 S. Dole b. J. Sheerin .................70 S. Hayes c. K. Brann b. Z. Macdermid...................17 K. Dorman c. G. Britt b. M. Thomas .......................49 L. Zanchetta n.o. ......................59 J. Cook c. K. Brann b. J. Sheerin ..........................12

C. Smith b. S. Williams............15 J. Celebrine r.o. ..........................0 A. Meade b. S. Williams ............1 Extras ........................................8 Total .......................................252 Bowling: R. Thomas 1/55, S. Williams 4/77, G. Britt 0/12, Z. Macdermid 1/18, J. Sheerin 2/60, M. Thomas 1/24.

TOWN d INVERLOCH 1st innings Town 288 1st innings Inverloch B. Debono c. L. Smith b. A. Ratnaike.......................37 K. Rotthier n.o..........................77 C. Tait lbw. b. J. Burge ...............0 T. Luckhurst stp. L. Smith

b. M. Weerasinghe-Silva ........2 J. Jesson c. M. Borschman b. A. Ratnaike.........................4 W. Rankin stp. L. Smith b. M. Borschman ..................63 L. Rankin c. L. Smith b. A. Ratnaike.......................24 D. Mathews r.o. ..........................0 R. Thomas b. A. Ratnaike ..........1 T. McQualter lbw. b. J. Burge ....2 B. Thomas b. A. Ratnaike ..........2 Extras ......................................42 Total .......................................255 Bowling: M. Borschman 1/54, J. Burge 2/34, A. Hickey 0/31, M. Weerasinghe-Silva 1/79, A. Ratnaike 5/23, S. Fixter 0/4.

• LDCA A Grade, Division 2

Down to the wire at Koonwarra THE equation: Foster needing four runs to win and Koonwarra Leongatha/RSL needing two wickets.

The odds must have been extremely short indeed.

Chasing 150 Foster had reached 148 with Koony needing two wickets.

Graeme Watkins, the Tigers’ captain had contributed 56 of those runs and nothing would make the captain happier than to have steered his

team to victory.

As it was he finished the match not out and had played his part.

For Koony it was Jason Kennedy and Nishadh Liyanage who played their part: the duo took the took wickets and victory went to the Cougars with Kennedy’s 5/38 (26.4) at the heart of the victory.

Play resumed at Meeniyan with MDU 2/28.

Earlier the home team had dismissed Wonthaggi Miners for 122 in an effort which

LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 OMK......................................132 Inverloch .................................90 Nerrena ...................................90 Won Workmens ......................78 Town.........................................66 Korumburra ..............................66 Phillip Island ............................42 Imperials ..................................12 A Grade Division 2 MDU ...................................... 110 Won Miners ............................86 Kilcunda-Bass.........................84 Koonwarra-L/RSL .................72 Poowong-Loch .........................72 Foster........................................24 Glen Alvie ..................................0 B Grade Division 1 OMK......................................138 Town ...................................... 114 Won Workmens ......................90 Nerrena ...................................78 Phillip Island ............................78 Inverloch ..................................42 MDU ........................................30 Koonwarra L/RSL......................6 B Grade Division 2 Won Miners ..........................108 Korumburra ...........................72 Poowong-Loch ........................72 Kilcunda-Bass.........................66 Imperials ..................................48 Glen Alvie ................................42

Foster........................................24 C Grade Division 1 OMK......................................126 Korumburra .........................108 Won Workmens ......................90 Phillip Island...........................84 Town.........................................48 Inverloch ..................................48 Nerrena .....................................36 MDU ........................................36 C Grade Division 2 OMK........................................96 Won Miners ............................90 Won Workmens ......................80 Kilcunda-Bass.........................78 Poowong-Loch .........................54 Koonwarra L/RSL....................24 Glen Alvie ................................18 Under 16 East Zone MDU ........................................96 Koonwarra L/RSL .................90 Nerrena ...................................60 Korumburra ...........................54 Town/Imperials ........................24 Under 16 West Zone Kilcunda-Bass.......................108 Won Workmens ......................78 Poowong-Loch ........................60 Phillip Island...........................36 Inverloch ..................................18 Glen Alvie ................................12

featured a four wicket haul by Nick Eddy’s bowling.

Now it was up to the MDU batsmen and they didn’t disappoint.

Already mentioned for his role in the Miners’ dismissal, Nick Eddy again starred with 100 runs at which landmark he retired back to the pavilion.

Michael Olden also scored a significant 60 runs.

Between the two batting at six and seven Olden and Eddy alone outscored the opposition.

With 60 overs bowled MDU finished 6/278.

For Miners, Joel Piasente claimed three Demons 3/42.

The day’s play at the Butch West Oval began with a Killy’s declaration at 8/127.

Glen Alvie managed to outperform its first innings and this time made 195 before it was bowled out in the 60th over.

Dean Williams was its best run maker with a tidy 63 runs.

Stephen Leman, Andrew Donohue and Chris Peckett were Killy’s most effective bowlers.

Kilcunda Bass had backed itself and upon its return to the wicket easily saw its way to victory at 6/104 with 4 wickets still intact.

KOONWARRA-L/RSL d FOSTER 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL 150 1st innings Foster M. Lynch c. J. Hughes b. J. Kennedy..........................2 H. Buckland lbw. b. J. Kennedy........................22 J. Law b. S. Hughes .................20

G. Watkins n.o. .........................56 O. Straw c. J. Hughes b. N. Arnup.............................7 T. Smith lbw. b. N. Liyanage .....3 J. Prain c. J. Moore b. B. Perry ..............................2 J. Chaseling c&b. J. Kennedy ..21 D. Walker c. J. Hughes b. J. Kennedy..........................2 H. Griggs b. N. Liyanage ...........0 L. Edgelow c. B. Perry b. J. Kennedy..........................0 Extras ......................................13 Total .......................................148 Bowling: J. Kennedy 5/38, N. Arnup 1/20, N. Liyanage 2/45, K. Thorne 0/13, S. Hughes 1/6, J. Moore 0/9, B. Perry 1/12.

MDU d WON MINERS 1st innings Won Miners 122 1st innings MDU M. Olden c. A. Hall b. R. Birkett ............................2 G. Webster c. J. Andrighetto b. J. Piasente.........................39 J. Sinclair lbw. b. J. Piasente.........................16 S. Smith c&b. J. Loos ..............10 M. Martin c. R. Birkett b. J. Piasente.........................14 M. Olden lbw. b. R. Birkett ......60 N. Eddy ret. n.o. .....................100 M. Kewming n.o. .....................15 L. Mercer n.o..............................2 Extras ......................................20 Total ....................................6/278 Bowling: R. Birkett 2/66, J. Loos 1/76, P. Owen 0/9, C. Thomas 0/28, A. Hall 0/25, J. Piasente 3/42, D. Loos 0/26.

GLEN ALVIE def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Glen Alvie 97 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 8/127 (dec) 2nd innings Glen Alvie A. Hamilton c&b. S. Leman ......3 P. Roberts c. S. Oates b. S. Leman ............................9 J. Reid b. A. Donohue ..............47 D. Williams c. D. Ferguson b. C. Peckett .........................63 W. Luke lbw. b. A. Donohue ......4 J. Burke r.o. ................................6 D. Tiziani b. S. Leman .............23 S. Watson lbw. b. J. Mahood ....10 B. Davidson n.o.,...................... 11

Eyes for the ball: Koony keeper Jack Hughes takes a ball norrowly missed by Foster’s Jai Prain. More photos at www.mdphotos.net A. McBride lbw. b. A. Larcombe.......................0 L. McRae c. S. Oates b. C. Peckett ...........................0 Extras ......................................19 Total .......................................195 Bowling: D. Pipicelli 0/34, S. Leman 3/62, A. Donohue 2/28, C. Peckett 2/24, J. Mahood 1/23, P.

Donahue 0/11, A. Larcombe 1/0.

2nd innings Kilcunda-Bass S. Oates c. b. W. Luke ............................10 P. Donahue b. W. Luke .............18 A. Donohue n.o. .......................52 J. Bastwrous c. A. Hamilton b. W. Luke ..............................0 A. Larcombe r.o. ........................6

J. Tregear c. S. Watson b. J. Reid ................................5 D. Ferguson r.o. ..........................4 S. Leman n.o. .............................6 Extras ........................................3 Total ....................................6/104 Bowling: W. Luke 3/44, A. McBride 0/23, D. Williams 0/12, J. Reid 1/23.

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Town win a tight tussle at Inverloch TOWN stole a win from Inverloch in a nail biting one day match against Inverloch.

After taking a week off due to inclement weather, the stakes were high for both teams to perform well during play.

Setting the standard, Town batted first and an impressive performance from Jay Withers – who batted 75 runs – sent its score skyrocketing.

However, Inverloch weren’t ready to lie down to Town, with Justin Jackson bowling three wickets and Lucas Anderson taking two catches.

Town left the ground 8/228 after 40 overs.

Inverloch stepped up to bat and a massive 50 runs from Stephen Brayley and 49 runs from John Bowring kept the Stingrays in the competition.

However, Town bowler Jordan Bolge had his eyes on the win, and took five wickets to prove it.

After 40 overs, Inverloch just trailed behind 9/223.

Top placed OMK held Phillip Island at 162 runs the previous week, and smashed out a massive win to end the game.

With 105 runs made by Jake Cochrane, OMK were well placed to demonstrate why they are the ladder leaders.

Phillip Island held on with

bowlers Connor Epifano and Andrew Finlayson taking out two wickets against their opposition. Fielder Scott Boyack also made his presence with three catches.

However, the Sharks were trumped by OMK. The Diggers finished its innings with a score of 323 after 40 overs.

The outstanding bowling technique of MDU president Craig Hoober put the team in a prime position to take a win away from Nerrena.

Nerrena were up for the challenge as it took to the field.

MDU’s star batsmen were Steven Arnup and Simon McRae made 49 runs each.

Nerrena’s bowlers Jarrod Hoy (three wickets) and Joel Renden (two wickets) did all they could to keep up.

However, it wasn’t to be, with Nerrena just falling behind with 159 to MDU’s 7/174.

Wonthaggi Workmens took out an easy win against Koonwarra L/RSL. Workmens batted 248 the previous week but the Cougars could not reach the mark.

Star batsmen for Koonwarra L/RSL were Matthew Boswell (23 runs) and Brock Hastings (22 runs).

Bowler Mark McCall could not be slowed and bowled five wickets against the Cougars.

He was backed up by field-

er Daniel Turton, he took two catches for the Workmen.

Workmens opened its second innings, making 7/65 in 21 overs.

Star batsmen in this innings were Rob Geyer and Liam Sawyer, each making 20 runs.

Koonwarra L/RSL bowler Brock Hastings maintained his top performance and took two wickets during that time.

NERRENA def by MDU 1st innings Nerrena 159 1st innings MDU S. Arnup c. H. Funnell by. J. Hoy .............................49 T. Sinclair c. W. Telfer b. J. Renden ..........................35 P. Vine b. J. Hoy .........................0 C. Harris b. J. Hoy .....................8 C. Hoober c. J. Hoy ‘ b. J. Renden ...........................5 S. McRae b. N. Trotto ..............49 T. Zukovskis c. J. Renden b. G. Murphy ..........................0 T. Harris n.o. ..............................6 T. Corry n.o. ...............................2 Extras ......................................20 Total ....................................7/174 Bowling: T. Davison 0/30, N. Trotto 1/31, J. Renden 2/45, J. Hoy 3/38, C. Baudinette 0/15, G. Murphy 1/0, H. Funnell 0/3.

PHILLIP ISLAND def by OMK 1st innings Phillip Island 162 1st innings OMK N. Creed lbw. b. C. Wilson............................2 C. Chasemore lbw. b. C. Andrews.........................3 R. White b. M. Wright..............29 J. Cochrane c. S. Boyack b. C. Epifano ......................105 D. Creed c. S. Boyack b. C. Epifano ........................58

L. Jones c. M. Wright b. A. Thomas ........................39 J. Paterson c. M. Young b. T. Hornsby ........................10 D. McMeekin ret. n.o. ..............32 J. Lamers c. S. Boyack b. A. Finlayson .....................16 N. Audino c. S. Boyack b. A. Finlayson ..................... 11 E. Lamers n.o. ............................1 Extras ......................................17 Total .......................................323 Bowling: A. Thomas 1/82, C. Andrews 1/21, C. Wilson 1/33, S. Boyack 0/21, M. Wright 1/29, M. Young 0/24, C. Epifano 2/33, T. Hornsby 1/27, M. parsons 0/23, A. Finlayson 2/14, L. Keating 0/7.

WON WORKMENS d KOONWARRA-L/RSL 1st innings Won Workmens 248 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL C. Sherriff c. D. Turton b. M. McCall ........................10 J. Rockall r.o. .............................7 D. Baker c. M. Davey b. S. Brann............................16 N. Grimes b. M. McCall ............0 B. Moore c. D. Turton b. B. Evans ...........................15 J. Nichols c. R. Geyer b. B. Evans ...........................12 M. Boswell c. C. Rigby b. M. McCall ........................23 B. Hastings b. M. McCall ........22 S. Turner n.o.............................17 J. Hastings lbw. b. M. McCall ..........................0 Ja. Pickersgill c. J. Thomas b. C. Rigby .............................6 Extras ........................................2 Total .......................................130 Bowling: J. Thomas 0/21, M. McCall 5/22, R. Geyer 0/0, S. Coldebella 1/29, B. Evans 2/20, A. Geyer 0/20, C. Rigby 1/17.

2nd innings Won Workmens R. Geyer c. J. Hastings b. Ja. Pickersgill ...................20 D. Turton c. J. Hastings b. C. Sherriff...........................1

Rapid fire: Nerrena’s Nathan Trotto finished with 1/31 in the Red Caps loss to MDU. More photos at www.mdphotos.net M. McCall c. C. Sherriff b. J. Nichols............................7 C. Rigby b. M. Boswell .............4 L. Sawyer c. M. Boswell b. B. Hastings .......................20 B. Evans c&b. J. Hastings..........8 M. Davey n.o..............................1 J. Thomas b. B. Hastings............3 Extras ........................................1 Total ......................................7/65 Bowling: J. Nichols 1/21, C. Sherriff 1/7, Ja. Pickersgill 1/16, M. Boswell 1/6, B. Hastings 2/8, J. Hastings 1/6.

INVERLOCH def by TOWN 1st innings Town Z. Trease lbw. b. L. Anderson ......................24 J. Bolge c. N. Brayley b. J. Bowring ..........................0 A. Fixter c. W. Williams

b. M. Anderson.....................44 J. Hume c. L. Anderson b. W. Williams ......................24 I. Hanks c. L. Anderson b. W. Williams ........................2 J. Withers b. J. Jackson ............75 J. Gill c. L. Anderson b. J. Jackson ...........................9 W. Turner b. M. Goldsmith ...... 11 J. Hume n.o. ...............................2 B. McKnight n.o. .......................3 Extras ......................................34 Total .............................8/228 (cc) Bowling: L. Anderson 1/22, J. Bowring 1/11, N. Brayley 0/13, E. Cousins 0/54, W. Williams 2/8, J. Williams 0/57, M. Anderson 1/30, J. Jackson 3/16.

1st innings Inverloch S. Brayley c. J. Hume b. N. Lovie ...........................50

N. Brayley b. J. Hume................9 J. Jackson b. B. McKnight .........4 E. Cousins c. J. Bolge b. B. McKnight ......................6 J. Bowring c. I. Hanks b. J. Bolge ............................49 L. Anderson c. J. Withers b. J. Bolge ............................33 M. Anderson c. Z. Trease b. J. Bolge ............................19 W. Williams c. J. Hume b. J. Bolge ............................26 M. Goldsmith stp. I. Hanks b. J. Bolge ............................12 J. Williams n.o............................1 Extras ......................................14 Total ....................................9/223 Bowling: W. Turner 0/12, J. Hume 1/25, B. McKnight 2/35, N. Lovie 1/29, Z. Trease 0/51, J. Bolge 5/63, J. Hume 0/7.

• LDCA B Grade, Division 2

Glen Alvie’s ton triumph A CLOSE match was battled out between Kilcunda Bass and Glen Alvie last weekend.

Ultimately, Glen Alvie took the prize after a massive 101 runs by Ian Thorn sent the team well over the line.

Batsman Jay Tiziani also performed well and contributed to the team’s final score, batting 54 runs.

Glen Alvie defeated Kilcunda Bass’ score of 206 with just four batsmen in 66 overs, ending the innings 2/213.

Standout bowlers for Kilcunda bass were Daniel Bet-

tles and Shaun Tapscott, each taking one wicket.

The top fielder was Paul Mohascy, who took a catch for Kilcunda Bass.

Wonthaggi Miners took a convincing win over the Imperials.

The Miners set the challenge of 8/249 the previous week, but it was out of the Imperials’ reach.

Imperials batsman Sam Vagg performed well, making 88 runs, and was backed up by fellow batsman Andrew Meyer, who made 56 runs.

However, the Miners’ bowlers had their eyes on the win. Darren Beesey and Clint

Honeysett each took out four wickets against their opposition.

Darren Beesey also took two catches, starring out on the field.

The Imperials were stopped short of the 200 mark and ended its innings all out for 197 after 63 overs.

Poowong Loch defeated Korumburra in its first innings last week.

Korumburra had its chance at bat on the weekend, but was unable to compete with Poowong Loch’s score.

Batsman Darren Scott was Korumburra’s star, making 40 runs.

Korumburra left the field all out for 129 after 41 overs, folding to Poowong Loch, which had made 187.

Poowong Loch opened its second innings, batting 3/14 during four overs.

Jesse Patullo, Matthew Hancock, Nathan Allen and Brad Monson had a shot at bat during this innings.

Korumburra bowler Jeremy Oxlee did not go easy, taking two wickets.

Foster had the bye during this round.

WON MINERS d IMPERIALS 1st innings

Batting for charity: Dutchy’s All Stars opening batsman Shane Dole was bowled out by Wonthaggi Club’s Mark McCall at the Dutchy Cup on Sunday at Korumburra Recreation Reserve. The inaugural match commemorated the life of Korumburra’s David Dutchman. Organiser Shane Dole said the event was a major success. “We raised over $4000 for the Dutchman Trust while raising awareness for mental health,” he said. Dutchy’s All Stars won the day with 450 people in attendance. The Cup will run next year in Wonthaggi following its successful debut.

Won Miners 8/249 (cc) 1st innings Imperials R. McLennan c. T. Nelson b. D. Beesey .........................24 A. Meyer c. b. J. Rumbold .......................56 S. Vagg c. D. Beesey b. C. Honeysett.....................81 M. Comben r.o. ..........................1 D. McLennan lbw. b. C. Honeysett.......................2 B. Wright b. D. Beesey ..............4 P. McCaughan b. D. Beesey .......0 L. Wright c. D. Beesey b. C. Honeysett.......................0 T. McGrath n.o. ..........................2 H. Marshall b. D. Beesey ...........0 M. McGrath c. S. Ivekovic b. C. Honeysett.......................2 Extras ......................................25 Total .......................................197 Bowling: D. Jones 0/45, D. Beesey 4/23, D. Lambert 0/18, J. Rumbold 1/52, G. Peters 0/11, C. Honeysett 4/23.

POOWONG-LOCH d KORUMBURRA 1st innings Poowong-Loch 187 1st innings Korumburra J. Richards lbw. b. M. Hancock ......................26 N. Leppin c. M. Hancock b. S. Head ...............................4 J. Oxlee c. A. Sheedy b. L. Miller ...........................13 D. Scott c. C. Knox b. J. Patullo...........................40 T. Gray c. W. Pollock (sub) b. L. Miller .............................0 B. Martin c. C. Knox b. J. Patullo.............................2 H. McNeill b. J. Patullo .............0 M. Olden c. B. Monson b. C. Knox ............................18 C. Mileto c&b. C. Knox .............4 D. Bailey n.o. .............................8 K. Cosson c. A. Sheedy b. C. Knox ..............................0 Extras ......................................14 Total .......................................129 2nd innings Poowong-Loch J. Patullo c. J. Richards b. B. Martin ............................5 M. Hancock n.o. .........................0 N. Allen c. N. Leppin b. J. Oxlee ..............................3 B. Monson c. K. Cosson b. J. Oxlee ..............................2 Extras ........................................4 Total ......................................3/14 Bowling: B. Martin 1/8, M.

Olden 0/3, J. Oxlee 2/3.

KILCUNDA-BASS def by GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 206 1st innings Glen Alvie M. Hull lbw. b. S. Tapscott.......30 F. Gheller c. P. Mohascy b. D. Bettles..........................13

I. Thorn n.o.............................101 J. Tiziani n.o. ............................54 Extras ......................................15 Total ....................................2/213 Bowling: C. Elliott 0/47, R. Duff 0/33, D. Bettles 1/52, S. Tapscott 1/31, D. Blackney 0/19, T. Aplin 0/24.

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 13 - February 13 & 20 Home team Grade A1 Nerrena Imperials Inverloch Town Grade A2 Kilcunda-Bass Won Miners Glen Alvie MDU Grade B1 Phillip Island Koon-L/RSL Won Workmens OMK Grade B2 Foster Poowong-Loch Korumburra Glen Alvie Grade C1 Town Nerrena OMK Inverloch Grade C2 Poowong-Loch Kilcunda-Bass OMK Won Miners

Away Team

Ground

Umpire

v v v v

Won Workmens Korumburra Phillip Island OMK

L Turf EC I Turf SP 1

T. Rogers L. White J. Curry G. Laird

v v v v

Foster Bass Rec M. Heenan Poowong-Loch Won Rec A. Stride Koon-L/RSL Butch W G. Wightman Bye

v v v v

Inverloch MDU Nerrena Town

Cowes Rec Koon Rec McMhn Outt Rec

v v v v

Kilcunda-Bass Won Miners Imperials Bye

FGC T. Grace Loch Rec N. Grabham Kor Rec B. Bek

v v v v

Phillip Island Won Workmens MDU Korumburra

SP 2 Nerr KSC Inv Rec

v v v v

Won Workmens Poow Koon-L/RSL Bass 2 Glen Alvie L Velo Bye

I. Richhardds G. Goss A. Roberts A. Jordan

I. Thomas TBA TBA G. Wyatt TBA TBA TBA

Any person interested in umpiring contact Graham Laird 0408 454 741.

Please note all games start at 1pm.

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• LDCA C Grade, Division 1

Stingrays strike and Sharks attack TEAMS converged to play out the second week of their match on Saturday.

MDU went in to bat after it played its first 14 overs against the Sharks the week before.

The Sharks took to the field after managing to make 144 runs in the last over.

MDU’s Mitchell Hoober contributed 46 runs to the innings while Dale Thomas made 32.

Sharks’ Ron Young

took four wickets and five maidens in 18 overs while Mark Christopher caught out both Keiran Brown and Will Collins.

In a nail bitter finish, MDU came close to victory but fell defeated on 141 in the final over as the team will hold its position at the bottom of the ladder.

Inverloch continued its innings after it played the first 18 overs against the Red Caps who finished up on 129 in the 42nd over.

Darren Charkley con-

• LDCA Under 16s

Almost finals time NEXT week is the last round before finals begin.

The finals will be played on Sunday, February 28 and the grand final on Sunday, March 6 with the grounds to be confirmed.

Semi-final game one: West Division’s first placed side will play East Division’s second placed.

Semi-final game two: East Division’s first placed side will play West Division’s second placed.

The grand final will then be played between the winners of game one and game two. LDCA will supply two umpires for each semi final and the grand final.

Clubs must ensure scores are entered by noon Sunday so ladders can be confirmed.

Results of round nine, day two.

East Divison Koonwarra 229 defeated Meeniyan Dumbalk 150. Ben Perry 71, Brock Hastings 64, Jack Stockdale 30 and Josh Hastings 24. Mitch Hoober 2/5, Hugh Collins 2/12, Brett Thorson 1/23, Sam Benra 1/20, A. Wright 1/32, Ben

Cantwell 1/58 and C. Brown 1/12.

Nerrena 143 defeated Korumburra. Jye Celebrine 34, Harry McNeill 23 and Evan Allaway 23. Nathan Trotto 2/17, Jacob Beckwith 1/33, Shem Murphy 3/21, R. Baudinette 1/23 and Ryan Giliam 1/14.

Town Imperials – bye.

West Division Club 84 and 5/58 defeated Phillip Island 56. Jaxon Wade 25, Tommi Brosnan10, Jack Spencer15, Jarryd Pearsall 14 and Jai Asbury 13. Alex Geyer 4/29, Joel Brann 3/6, Jaxon Wade 1/6 and Adam Honeysett 1/4.

Glen Alvie 111 was defeated by Poowong Loch 5/231. (No batting details provided).

Bowling: Rowan Slade 1/10, Ben McRae 1/20, L. Gheller 1/26, Conor O’Halloran 1/17 and Jy Hull 1/13.

Kilcunda Bass 137 defeated Inverloch 131. Elijah Cousins 16, Jack Clements 36, D Furneaux 30 and Josh Williams 13 not out. Daniel Blackney 3/14, Max Dyball 2/38, Tyler Pipicelli 1/19, Ryley Duff 1/19, Steven Burchell 1/27 and Joel Bastrous 1/2.

LDCA Under 12s Game one THE team to play Sale Maffra at Maffra (Morrison Street, RACV map 694 F3) For a 10am start be there by 9.30am.

Coach, Tim McGrath; and the manager for game one is Geoff Wyatt.

Co-captains, Mitchell McGrath, Imperials and Bailey Harvey; Tom Crocker, Korumburra; Tom Niven, Phillip Island; Jacob Whiteside, Korumburra; Tyson Twite, Poowong Loch; Fraser West, Club; Billy Manicari, Koonwarra RSL; Joel Cuman, OMK; Hayden Fincher, Club; Hunter Tiziani, Club; Noah Fixter, Town; and Anton Shields, Town.

Game two The team to play Warragul at the Longwarry Recreation Reserve, 10.30am start.

Dale Robinson, Phillip Island; Seth Rockall, Koonwarra RSL; and Harry Hoekstra, Koonwarra RSL (three players will be omitted after game one).

LDCA Junior cricket LDCA Under 16s versus Warragul in GCL Under 16s Grand Final at the Traralgon Recreation Reserve, February 14 at 10am.

Time of bus departure to be confirmed.

Coach, Steve Brann; manager, Alex Geyer; and scorer, Debbie Vanstone.

Ben Perry, Koonwarra RSL, joint captain; Koby Brann, Club, joint captain; Jye Celebrine, Korumburra; Elijah Cousins, Inverloch; Alex Geyer, Club; Jack Hume, Town; Adam Honeysett, Club/Miners; Jacob Beckwith, Nerrena; Damon Ginnane, Imperials; Nathan Trotto, Nerrena; Brett Thorson, Meeniyan Dumbalk; Daniel Blackney, Kilcunda Bass; and Jack Rosenow, Kilcunda Bass.

The LDCA committee wish the players selected all the best in the grand final against Warragul.

The association is proud of your efforts in reaching the grand final in the GCL.

tributed 55 runs to the innings while Dean Cashin and Shaun Hayes contributed 26 and 25 runs respectively.

Red Caps’ Ben Croatto took three wickets and eight maidens for the side in 12 overs in an attempt to keep the Stingrays’ score down.

However the Stingrays won the match in the 58th over on 172 runs as the team overtakes the Red Caps at sixth on the ladder.

The Cobras went in to bat after opponent the Workmens made 162 in the 50th over the week prior.

Cobras’ Jimmy Petrie contributed 13 runs while premier batsman Peter Churchill made nine before he was bowled out by Luke McGuirk.

Workmens’ Matt Sharp kept the Cobras at bay,

taking six wickets and six maidens in 20 overs.

Cobras finished the day defeated on 56 runs in the 41st over as it holds second on the ladder just above Workmens.

The Scorpions had an uphill battle after OMK managed to make 6/289 in the previous week.

Michael Warren contributed the most to the innings with 26 while Arin DeGennaro made 18 before David Jeffries caught him out.

Rhys Dixon took four wickets and one maiden in seven overs while Paul Harper caught out three Scorpions batsmen.

Scorpions finished the innings defeated in the 30th over on 102 runs.

OMK still holds the top of the ladder while Town sits on fifth.

INVERLOCH d NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena 129

1st innings Inverloch M. Woods c. B. Gannon b. B. Croatto ...........................0 N. Bradley c. S. Gaddam b. B. Croatto ...........................0 J. Womer b. B. Castles ...............1 D. Cashin c. S. Gaddam b. B. Croatto .........................26 C. Bulter b. N. Battersby............1 R. Sparkes c. B. Castles b. A. Trotto .............................9 S. Hayes lbw. b. A. Trotto ...........................25 D. Charkley c. A. Trotto b. N. Battersby .....................55 Mackay b. P. Joseph ...................8 R. Hughes b. P. Joseph .............13 A. Box n.o. .................................0 Extras ......................................33 Total .......................................172 Bowling: B. Croatto 3/11, B. Castles 1/47, J. Kelly 0/7, N. Battersby 2/25, M. Waltom 0/7, A. Trotto 2/22, P. Joseph 2/18, D. Grigg 0/4, C. Marinou 0/9.

PHILLIP ISLAND d MDU 1st innings Phillip Island 144 1st innings MDU T. Bright lbw. b. J. Johnston ..........................8 G. Jones c. J. Johnston b. S. Niven..............................5 C. Cary c&b. W. Paterson ........15 W. Cocksedge c. B. Quirk b. S. Niven..............................5 M. Hoober lbw. b. B. Quirk............................46 B. Thorson b. R. Young..............0

K. Brown c. M. Christopher b. R. Young.............................0 W. Collins c. M. Christopher b. R. Young.............................0 J. Bright lbw. b. R. Young.............................5 D. Thomas lbw. b. B. Quirk............................32 J. Brown n.o. ..............................5 Extras ......................................20 Total .......................................141 Bowling: B. Quirk 2/31, R. Young 4/38, S. Cox 0/21, J. Johnston 1/13, S. Niven 2/16, W. Paterson 1/13, P. Francis 0/4.

KORUMBURRA def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens 162 1st innings Korumburra P. Churchill b. L. McGuirk.........9 A. Brinksma lbw. b. M. Sharp.............................0 J. Petrie stp. I. Barnes b. M. Cadwallender ..............13 G. Barrett c. S. Roche b. M. Sharp.............................2 I. Riddell b. M. Sharp.................0 T. Morrison b. M. Cadwallender ................5 S. Patel b. M. Sharp ...................1 M. Wrigley b. M. Sharp .............2 D. Telfer b. M. Sharp .................4 S. Hall b. M. Cadwallender........4 E. Allaway n.o. ...........................2 Extras ......................................14 Total .........................................56 Bowling: L. McGuirk 1/15, M. Sharp 6/30, M. Cadwallender

3/7.

TOWN def by OMK 1st innings OMK 6/289 (cc) 1st innings Town J. Pouw b. P. Green ....................6 M. Kreutzberger c. P. Harper b. R. Dixon .............................4 A. DeGennaro c&b. D. Jeffries ....................18 S. Clark c. R. Quaife b. R. Dixon .............................0 B. Amato b. R. Dixon.................0 T. Cashin c. P. Harper b. P. Green ..............................2 M. Warren lbw. b. P. Gillin ............................26 D. Goss c. P. Harper b. R. Dixon ...........................15 R. Edwards lbw. b. P. Gillin ..............................5 C. Dowling c. T. Eustace b. J. Myors..............................2 R. Shields n.o. ............................1 Extras ......................................23 Total .......................................102 Bowling: P. Green 2/18, R. Dixon 4/27, T. Eustace 0/11, J. Greenwood 0/12, D. Jeffries 1/16, P. Gillin 2/8, J. Myors 1/6.

2nd innings OMK R. Dixon c. D. Goss b. C. Dowling .......................19 P. Green n.o. .............................20 J. Myors n.o................................0 Extras ........................................4 Total ......................................1/43 Bowling: C. Dowling 1/23, T. Cashin 0/20.

• LDCA C Grade, Division 2

Diggers reign supreme again DIVISION 2 of the C Grade continued into the second week of matches against opponents on Saturday.

Glen Alvie commenced its second innings after making 41 in 24 overs the week prior following Workmens impressive innings of 6/295 in 40.

Glen Alvie’s Matthew Grieve and Lucas Ion each made six runs while David Hynes finished up on nine not out.

Workmens’ Luke Borne took four wickets and three maidens for the side in seven overs, helping his team to win the match.

Workmen now hold third on the ladder while Glen Alvie remains stuck at the bottom.

The Miners went in to bat after opponent the Cougars made 9/175 the week prior.

Premier batsman David Perryman made 31 runs and batting partner Joel Schroeder made 51 before he was caught out

by Mitchell Schrimshaw.

Koony/LRSL’s Rachel Brown and Adam Drury took four and three wickets for the side respectively.

Alex Stanley also managed to catch three out however the Miners won the match on 9/198 in the 54th over.

Miners have taken second place on the ladder as the Cougars sit at sixth.

The Diggers continued batting after playing nine overs against Poowong Loch the week prior. PL finished its innings on 116 in the 50th over.

Sam Matthews contributed 41 not out while Brad Hayes and Josh Whiteside

Full and straight: Wonthaggi’s Tom Hamilton is comprehensively bowled by Koony’s Adam Drury, but the Miners had already claimed the points. More photos at www.mdphotos.net each made 23.

PL’s Tim Hancock took three wickets and 13 maidens in 25 overs however the Diggers finished the day victorious on 7/158.

The Diggers still hold the top of the ladder as Poowong Loch sits at fifth.

GLEN ALVIE def by WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens 6/295 (dec) 1st innings Glen Alvie D. Hynes lbw. b. L. Borne .............................8 J. Newsome c. b. K. Dudley .........................19 R. Burke b. L. Borne ..................0 M. Grieve c. B. Mattock b. K. Dudley ...........................6 L. Ion c. N. Dobbie b. K. Dudley ...........................5 C. Cook n.o. ...............................2 K. Hull b. L. Borne ....................0 M. Milnes c. J. Licis b. L. Borne .............................0

Extras ........................................1 Total .........................................41 Bowling: L. Borne 4/11, J. Sheerin 0/16, K. Dudley 3/10, C. Casey 0/4.

2nd innings Glen Alvie C. Cook b. L. Borne ...................2 J. Newsome b. L. Borne .............0 M. Grieve b. L. Borne ................6 L. Ion c. J. Licis b. J. Sheerin ............................6 D. Hynes n.o. .............................9 K. Hull b. J. Sheerin ...................0 M. Milnes c. B. Mattock b. L. Borne .............................2 Extras ........................................0 Total .........................................25 Bowling: L. Borne 4/12, J. Sheerin 2/12, K. Dudley 0/1.

KOONWARRA-L/RSL def by WON MINERS 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL 9/175 1st innings Won Miners D. Perryman lbw. b. R. Brown ..........................31 J. Schroeder c. M. Scrimshaw b. A. Drury ...........................51 W. Chapman c. A. Stanley b. R. Brown ..........................15 C. Gooch c. D. Clark b. R. Brown ..........................10

P. Loos b. P. Buckley................14 L. Granger c. J. Geary b. A. Piksons ........................24 M. Greenway b. R. Brown .........0 T. Wells c. A. Stanley b. A. Drury .............................7 T. Hamilton b. A. Drury .............2 T. Brosnan n.o. ...........................2 Extras ......................................42 Total ....................................9/198 Bowling: A. Drury 3/34, J. Geary 0/17, P. Buckley 1/19, G. Sherriff 0/24, D. Clark 0/30, R. Brown 4/37, D. Van Puyenbroek 0/4, A. Stanley 0/9, A. Piksons 1/2.

OMK d POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Poowong-Loch G. Curry lbw. b. D. Wylie .............................9 T. Hancock b. A. Busana ..........52 N. Hancock c. S. Matthews b. A. Busana ...........................2 B. Knight c. M. Gow b. G. Lomagno .......................2 L. Green c. M. Gow b. A. Busana ......................... 11 J. Patullo c. M. Gow b. A. Busana ...........................0 A. Johnson c. G. Lomagno b. S. Matthews........................3 B. Nicholls c. M. Gow

b. D. Wylie ...........................10 B. Regan c. M. Blackburn b. S. Matthews........................1 M. Scholz c. M. Blackburn b. G. Lomagno .......................1 S. McKinnon n.o. .......................3 Extras ......................................23 Total ....................................... 116 Bowling: D. Wylie 2/25, S. Matthews 2/32, A. Busana 4/31, G. Lomagno 2/19, R. Wyatt 0/0, M. Blackburn 0/0.

1st innings OMK D. Wylie stp. b. A. Johnson ........................15 A. Busana c. L. Green b. B. Knight ............................4 G. Lomagno c. J. Patullo b. T. Hancock .......................12 S. Matthews n.o........................41 M. Gow b. T. Hancock ...............5 C. Walker r.o. .............................2 M. Blackburn b. T. Hancock ......0 B. Hayes c. B. Nicholls b. J. Patullo...........................23 J. Whiteside n.o. .......................23 Extras ......................................33 Total ....................................7/158 Bowling: T. Hancock 3/22, J. Patullo 1/28, B. Knight 1/16, A. Johnson 1/39, N. Hancock 0/5, M. Scholz 0/20, B. Regan 0/12.

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Junior ride: Leongatha Cycling Club juniors rode 40km from Leongatha to Inverloch for the race finish; pictured from left, Felicity Waddell, Kaleb Jans, Tom Fitzgerald, Oliver McLean, Bernadette Fitzgerald, Grace McLean and visiting rider Kobi Merchant. Cyclists Big bunch: Phillip Island cyclists and others from Leongatha Cycling Club joined forces for then enjoyed drinks, a sausage sizzle in a marquee set up by the club for all riders near the finish line in a great gesture by the club. a 100km ride through the hills before arriving for the action at the finish line in Inverloch.

Inverloch turns it on for riders THE coastal township of Inverloch played host to elite cyclists with the finish of Stage 3 of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour finishing in the town on Saturday afternoon.

The 146km ride commenced in Traralgon before making its way through

Churchill, Boolarra, Mirboo North and Dumbalk.

The peloton passed through Leongatha, making its way down Ogilvy Street around 12.40pm. From there the riders headed to Cape Paterson via Wonthaggi before finishing in Inverloch in the afternoon.

Specialist sprinter John Murphy won the stage with a time of 3 hours, 20 minutes

and 52 seconds.

“I don’t really think any sprinter’s unbeatable,” Murphy said.

“If you have the right team in front of you, you can win anything you want.”

“United Health Care Pro Cycling was unbelievable today. They took me in to that last corner in perfect position and all I had to do was just my sprint.”

Orica Green Edge favourite Caleb Ewan came sixth and dual Tour de France Champion Christopher Froome of Team Sky came 22nd, placing him second on overall at the close of Stage 3.

Attaque Team Gusto rider Benjamin Hill had a successful day, winning both the green sprinters jersey and the most aggressive jersey.

Strong finish: John Murphy crossing the finish line of the Stage 3 Jayco Herald Sun Tour in Inverloch on Saturday.

Chris Hamilton nabbed the State Government Victoria under 23 white jersey.

The final stage of the tour took place on Sunday with Team Sky’s Froome taking out the stage and Tour win at the Arthur’s Seat finish line.

“It’s a really nice way to end off the week. Also to be first and second on the General Classification, you really couldn’t ask for much more,” he said.

“There’s a lot to race for this year. Coming here and walking away with the overall victory is an amazing way to start off the season.”

The Tour provided the opportunity to benefit economically from the influx of visitors and Inverloch was primed and ready to go!

Gourmet burgers and homemade wedges were devoured by 120 lucky lyrca clad cyclists who were treated to VIP treatment, compliments of Cycling Victoria in a special area at the Herald Sun Tour finish line on a’Beckett Street.

As part of Cycling Victoria’s new program Life Cycle, a program designed to get

more mature aged adults-55 years plus- riding a bike through guided tours, a free guided tour around Inverloch on the official course of Stage 3 tour and lunch in the Jayco Herald Sun Tour VIP Area to view the professional cyclists finish the race was offered.

Official caterer Leongatha’s Brent Sinclair said anyone could apply for the VIP event and riders came from all round Melbourne, Leongatha , Sale and Bairnsdale and enjoyed the free hospitality from 12noon until about 2.30pm.

One lucky cyclist includ-

ed Kerry Pritchard of Leongatha.

Brent said it was all very exciting for he and his crew, mum Fay and brother Kurt as they had pole position right on the finish line and he was thrilled to get some great feedback from those attending and organisers.

The race may be finished but Brent now moves into overdrive with weddings booked every weekend from now right through until May, many in the local area, on Phillip Island, in Yarram and in Melbourne.

Winning grin: from left, United Health Care rider John Murphy was presented the Stage 3 winner’s jersey from Cr Jordan Crugnale at the Inverloch podium on Saturday.

Cruising along: from left, Trevor Rickhard, Richard Huntriss, Heather Atkins and Steve Fisher of Coastal Cruisers, Inverloch enjoyed Stage 3 of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour. The group meets every weekend at 6.50am at the Pie Man to ride 40kms and new riders are welcome.

Mobbed: Tour winner Chris Froome was inundated with autograph hunters after his finish in Inverloch on Saturday.

Leading riders: the breakaway group rode through Leongatha’s Ogilvy Street at 12.35pm on Saturday afternoon.

Thrilled: young Kaleb Jans from Leongatha Cycling Club was stoked to get an autograph from Team Sky rider Luke Rowe.

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