The Great Southern Star - July 17, 2012

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Young talent simply superb LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre’s latest production, Narnia, enthralled audiences across the weekend, after opening on Friday night. Youthful talent impressed seasoned theatre-goers, with stand-

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out performances from the leads Tom Barker (Edmund), Morgan Anthony (Lucy), Kate Ball (Susan) and Ayden Westaway (Peter), pictured in the back row. The stage adaption of the classic tale, The Lion, the Witch and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, featured memorable music,

Open cut mine fear By Jane Ross MIRBOO North is facing the prospect of an open cut coal mine – right over the town.

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a spectacular set, convincing costumes and all round passion for theatre. The production continues this Thursday and into the weekend, with more shows until Saturday, July 28. Turn to page 2 for The Star’s review of opening night.

Mantle Mining has applied for a coal exploration licence over 25 square kilometres of land, mainly around the Boolarra/ Mirboo North Road. Activists who have spent the past year campaigning against coal seam gas exploration, have called a public meeting for 11am this Sunday, to raise awareness about this latest application. It was lodged on May 31 this year. It seeks to explore for coal and, among other things, “perform field inspections and

possibly small drilling programs”. The application has prompted Cr David Lewis to call for the State Government to act to protect areas and people from what he believes are mischief making. “My overall feeling about the mining exploration licences in South Gippsland is that they are a bit mischievous. “These are small mining companies and the only thing they have to sell is the prospect they are going to develop a mine somewhere, so they try to talk it up as much as they can. “It is very distressing for the people involved; people are terrified,” Cr Lewis said, adding it’s all in the name of “some small company” making a profit and getting its share price put up. “It’s very wrong – the state needs to

scrutinise this.” Phil Piper, whose St Ellens Road property is the subject of a coal seam gas exploration licence, said the new Mantle Mining application means virtually the whole of South Gippsland will be under mining exploration. He said he hopes a large crowd attends Sunday’s meeting, where people will be urged to object, write letters and lobby politicians. “We don’t want any (mining) exploration going on here.” Mr Piper has bought a Lock the Gate sign for his property and will be asking others along his road to do the same. The aim of the signs is to keep the mining company representatives out. Continued on page 3.

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Narnia excels on first night By Jacob de Kunder LOCAL stars young and old set the stage alight on Friday at the opening of the Lyric Theatre production of Narnia. With a mostly school age cast, the show was over-

flowing with energy and enthusiasm from the group, with many young performers making their debut into the world of theatre. The leads Tom Barker (Edmund), Morgan Anthony (Lucy), Kate Ball (Susan) and Ayden Westaway (Peter) performed outstandingly in their roles and had the audience backing them up in the battle for good. Once joined by other good guys and Aslan, played by Charles Gruen, you cannot help but hope to see good prevail. On the other side of the good and evil see-saw is the fantastically evil White Witch, played by Lauren White. Lauren’s passion made the White Witch and her minions an easily hateable crew, except for her dwarf servant, played by young James Cantwell. His witty one-liners brought laughs from the audience as he made the dwarf character his own. Also bringing the laughs were Mr and Mrs Beaver, played by Terry Lay and Kathryn Westaway. Their on-stage chemistry and accents had the crowd in hysterics, but the pair was able to keep the solemn mood in other dramatic sections of the play. The venue was used well, with Narnians making their way to and from the stage in all directions, including from behind the raised seating. The front rows were right in the action,

with the floor in front of them used as a stage as plenty of the battles and drama unfolded at the audience’s feet. The front row was even treated to a taste of the White Witch’s delicious Turkish Delight. The small but skilled orchestra led by Colin Chandler was fantastic at setting the mood for the show.

The set was simple but effective, with snow falling several times and bright and dark lighting to set the scenes. Director Scott Miller and his team and cast are to be commended on this brilliant rendition of a childhood classic for many people. The show is perfect for young and old, and a must-see while you can.

Excellently evil: the White Witch of Narnia was portrayed perfectly by Lauren White.

Young cast: some of the youngest members of the Narnia cast were Emily Lawson, James Cantwell, Janie Gordon and Kirk Eldridge.

Great show: Sarah Hanley chats with James Pellin after the opening performance of Narnia.

Star roles: Peter (Ayden Westaway), Edmund (Tom Barker), Lucy (Morgan Anthony) and Susan (Kate Ball) were played fantastically. Funny pair: Mr and Mrs Beaver (Terry Lay and Kathryn Westaway) had the crowd in hysterics with their antics.

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Council workers to protest By Jacob de Kunder SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council employees are planning to take industrial action today (Tuesday) as part of a dispute over workplace agreement negotiations. Workers who are members of the Australian Services Union (ASU) will be protesting outside the council meeting rooms in Leongatha at 7.30am, and also at 2pm and 3pm. The protests with union officials will be held in place of attending meetings about their enterprise bargaining agreement (EBA), which workers have labelled unfair. Strike action has not been seen at South Gippsland Shire Council for more than 10 years. Cameron Wright from the ASU said there were many reasons why workers are not happy with the agreement. “South Gippsland has put together an offer with a four year agreement. We only wanted a three year agreement,” he said. “That’s based on the fact that the local government industry changes significantly from year to year and industry standards improve. “Locking ourselves in for such a long period of time concerns our members and they are already starting at a pretty low base compared to other local government employees across the state.” The union wants changes to: the lack of annual pay rises, after hours pay laws, poor loyalty of service rewards and the lower pay classification of trade qualified

workers in the parks and gardens teams. The ASU apparently lodged an application for the industrial action in to the Australian Electoral Commission on Thursday but council CEO Tim Tamlin told The Star yesterday (Monday) the action would be illegal. “It’s caught me a bit by surprise,” he said. “It would be illegal to start with, because any action has to go through Fair Work Australia and that process hasn’t been followed. “I think that we’re talking about a percentage of the staff that are ASU members that are following that line and a greater number of staff who aren’t ASU members who may have different views, so I would rather let the staff tell me through the ballot that we’re going to hold on whether they agree with it or not.” Mr Tamlin said because the action is illegal, the workers may compromise being paid. He also believes the EBA is a good deal. “Under the current economic conditions, I think it’s very acceptable,” Mr Tamlin said. “The only issue I know of that is out there, is more travel reimbursement for the home care workers.” Mr Tamlin said the action may be a tactic to create attention. “This may be to create attention for the union and attract membership. That’s what I see is going on at the moment, because to be really honest, there’s not much there for them to be going on about,” he said.

Open cut mine fear

Continued from page 1. “I understand it is legal to not let people in (to your property) and not talk to them.” He said the aim of Sunday’s meeting is to find answers to the question: what can we do? Protesters in Mirboo North have run a concerted campaign against the mining exploration licences. This has included two screenings of a video called Coal Seam Gas Mining Northern Rivers that puts the lie to State Government ministers’ claims that regulations will protect the communi-

ty from detrimental coal or coal seam gas impacts. Mr Piper, who describes the exploration licences as “craziness”, said Mirboo North is in Deputy Premier Peter Ryan’s Gippsland South electorate. “He’s supposed to be looking after us.” Instead, he explained, Mr Ryan had offered assurances Victoria’s laws would offer all the protection necessary from coal seam gas mining. The process uses chemicals to frack the coal seam, with the potential to contaminate surface and

groundwater. “Once the groundwater is polluted, you can’t fix it. It’s so frustrating,” Mr Piper said. Meanwhile Exxon Mobil is launching a series of advertisements in The Star’s sister paper The Yarram Standard. The first, referring to coal seam gas mining, is headed: “The search for onshore natural gas in Gippsland”. That infuriates Phil Piper. “It’s not natural gas!”

Passing through: more than 50 vintage bikes passed through Leongatha on Saturday as part of the Brass Monkey Rally. Full story on page 61.

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Fishing is in his blood By Sarah Vella PORT Welshpool local Luke Anedda has been fishing all his life.

out of it. It definitely makes it easier to work out where I am going to drop the end of my net.” Luke admits that while technology helps in some ways, successful fishing is something that takes time to learn. “You need to know the habits of the fish and where they are going to be at certain times of the year. It takes years to learn the patterns of the fish. “The longer you have been fishing, the easier it is to find the right spots.” Restrictions on weekend fishing give Luke freedom to play and coach sport and enjoy his time off. “We have to be off the water by midnight on Friday night and cannot re-enter the water until 5pm on Sunday afternoon, so I know I will always have the weekends free. “I have the chance to play football on Saturdays and I also coach a team from Woodside. “I can usually organise my fishing around other activities that I have planned. I enjoy the lifestyle, the flexibility is good. “If you are smart in the way you go about it, it’s a good lifestyle. There are a lot of jobs out there that pay more money, but sometimes it is worth sacrificing money to do something that you enjoy. “The future is going to be all right. What goes around comes around. There will be a few bad years, followed up by a few good years. That is the beauty of the inlet.”

Fishing life: Luke Anedda on the fishing boat his father Nick made. He fishes commercially in Corner Inlet, catching species like flathead, whiting, and calamari.

New fire access A NEW fire access track through the Wonthaggi Wetlands could reduce the impact of fire in that area.

Bass Coast Shire Council deputy mayor Cr John Duscher said better access into the wetlands would reduce the response time of local CFA brigades. “It also provides alternate ways for the public visiting the area to leave safely.” Cr Duscher said there are frequent deliberately-lit fires in the extensive wetlands. “They are close to both Wonthaggi’s central business district and areas of growing residential development where a fire has the potential to threaten property and community safety.” Costing $11,179, the track was paid for by a Fire Access Road Subsidy Scheme grant. Council’s municipal fire manGreater safety: Neil Thompson of the CFA’s southern metropolitan region, agement planning committee supported the grant application with Cr John Duscher who chairs Bass Coast’s municipal fire management planning committee and Damien O’Connor of Wonthaggi CFA. with a submission.

Public housing tenant meeting Pathways to a new Victorian social housing framework On 30 April, the Victorian Government released two discussion papers to guide public consultation on the future of the social housing system in Victoria. The Victorian Government is inviting community views on the issues raised in the discussion papers. These views are important and will

The meeting will be held on Friday 20 July from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Venue: Wonthaggi Town Hall Baillieu Street East, Wonthaggi RSVP is required. Please call the Housing Call Centre Information Line on 1800 148 617 or email housingframework.consultation@dhs.vic.gov.au.

be carefully considered in the development of a new framework

Information about the consultation process and copies of the discussion

for social housing.

papers are available at www.dhs.vic.gov.au/housingframework

Public housing tenants and interested members of the community

If you require assistance in a language other than English, please contact

in the Gippsland region are invited to a meeting to provide feedback

the Housing Call Centre Information Line.

on the issues raised in the discussion papers.

The three-month consultation period closes on 31 July 2012.

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He left school at 15 to start fishing professionally and began his career cray fishing around Tasmania, and King and Flinders islands. He then decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and came back to fish in Corner Inlet. He has been fishing the inlet now for seven years. He works on one tide each weekday, which sometimes means getting out on the water at 3am. The weather is a factor on his schedule. “Sometimes it is hard. It will blow for a whole week, so you don’t get out at all, so you don’t get an income for a whole week. “You just have to hope that the next week you can get out and make up for it.” Luke often fishes on his own, but is sometimes helped by a deckhand or two. “This time of year we are catching yank and rock flathead, if the habitat is there. “It has been a bit patchy this season, so we haven’t been fishing too hard lately. There are fish out there; we just have to find them. His father Nick added: “You are chasing an elusive product. One day they are there, the next they are not.” Some of the fish Luke pulls in goes to the Melbourne fish markets and some is sold to restaurants. Rockpool restaurants in Melbourne, Perth and Sydney take Luke’s fish. Luke said it is difficult to determine what an average catch is. “There are so many variables. How many fish we catch depends on the weather, the season and the location. “You can make a nice living when things are going well, but it is a bit of a struggle at the moment. “Price increases on things like fuel, licences and equipment have been a factor over the last few years, making costs higher. “We still have good days and bad days, but you have to take the good with the bad. It was a good summer for us. “Normally we enjoy the winter, when the grass is in the bay. When there is little or no grass, you just don’t catch as many.” Nick said the amount of fish caught depends on the habitat available. “The whole bay is not covered in grass, only about one third is. You catch fish where the grass is,” Nick said. Luke fishes from Yanakie right down to McLoughlins Beach, and technology has also played a big role in the advancement of fishing. “It takes a lot of the guess work

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Farmers demand rates action By Jane Ross FARMERS are getting a raw deal with their municipal rates and they’ve had enough.

About 60 of them gathered in the Kilcunda Hall last Thursday evening to press for action. Regional VFF membership manager Ken Bailey told them the average farmer receives three assessments and pays $9000 a year in rates. The average residential figure is just over $1000. Guest speaker at the meeting was Bass Coast Shire Council candidate Alan Brown, who said there were some farmers in the room whose rates had gone up 250 per cent since shire mergers 18 years ago. “It’s an outrage,” he declared, particularly at a time when beef, dairy and lamb profits haven’t risen nearly that much, or are going backwards. “Farmers are damned good people; wonderful citizens who want a fair go. There’s no question you aren’t getting a fair go.” David Wanless of Jeetho chimed in, saying by 2025, his 250 acre farm would be slugged around $18,500. “Any cocky in this room knows that’s unsustainable,” he said. Mr Brown is a farmer himself. He said he understands the economic hardships farmers are facing. “A rate differential is something the farming community wants,” he said. Mr Brown pledged the differential would be part of a “top down” review he and his team

of “reform” candidates have promised. Mr Brown described as “shocking” the fact that Bass Coast Shire has the second highest rate assessment in rural Victoria. There are 1035 farm rated properties in the shire. Some farmers formed a Rate Action Group and have been lobbying the council for more than two years. Mr Brown suggested they stop wasting their time because “you’re not getting anywhere”. “The fact this council has not responded positively is a disgrace,” he said. Mayor Cr Veronica Dowman later told The Star council had employed consultants Primary Industries, who had talked with many Bass Coast farmers about issues of concern to the agricultural sector. The consultants recommended formation of a task force and council is suggesting an advisory group with wide farming representation that would have administrative support and access to any council officer. Cr Dowman said a differential rate would not be fair to other Bass Coast ratepayers, adding the council distributes $500,000 a year to farmers in payments to help them improve their land. Payments are now based on the basis of hectares and the largest farm in the shire is getting $16,000. She also said municipal rates are tax deductible for farmers. But the VFF’s policy manager Darryl Harrison said, “The tax deduction only works if you’re returning a profit.” That body is waging a cam-

Seeking fairness: Bass Coast farmers Dugald Cameron, Barb Stewart and Bill Cleeland with council candidate Alan Brown at a meeting discussing municipal rates. paign to pressure the State Government into a parliamentary inquiry into “the fairness and equity of the local government rating system in rural and regional areas”. Ken Bailey urged those in the hall to sign a letter to Local Government Minister Jeanette Powell, calling for the inquiry. Mr Harrison said farmers could also lobby politicians, local media, “anyone who’ll listen”. The VFF is also researching municipal budgets looking for examples of poor spending or investment. Information gleaned will

become part of their campaign. Mr Brown gave a tongue-incheek example of the pressures of farming. When the former State Transport Minister returned from his Agent-General’s role in London, he said he got sick of people asking what he was doing. “So, I told them I’m selling hammers. I buy them at Mitre 10 for $9.95 and sell them at South Gippsland markets for $4.95.” To his listeners’ perplexed responses, he said, “I do that because it sure beats farming.”

Minister delays wind farm By Jane Ross STATE Planning Minister Matthew Guy is yet to sign off on approval for the 52-turbine Bald Hills Wind Farm south east of Tarwin Lower.

Time is running out because the approval permit expires on August 19. The general manager of Bald Hills Wind Farm Development Matthew Croome said yesterday the matter was now in the Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal (VCAT). There was a hearing on Friday, but Mr Croome said there was no result from that. He said the company is trying to find out why the minister hasn’t signed the approval and if there is “anything from us still outstanding”. “We are seeking information, clarification, confirmation. “We are now waiting to hear from the minister’s office.” Mr Croome said he hoped construction would be able to begin fairly soon. Once the VCAT process provides a better understanding of what needs to be done, the developers will be able to set the time frame for construction. Mr Croome said it is a two-year project that will provide around 80 jobs. He said he wasn’t fazed by the length of time it is taking for the wind farm to

get underway. The wind farm’s website says construction was expected to start in the last half of last year and “be fully operational by early 2013”. That won’t be happening now. Mr Croome said, “These projects are extremely complex and complicated from a whole lot of different angles, including the technical design. We always assumed it would be a long process.” Tim Le Roy of the Coastal Guardians has been there all the way. “It’s been 10 years and one month,” he sighed. He was at Friday’s

VCAT hearing too. Mr Le Roy told The Star he thought the developers were “getting desperate”. “They seem terrified; there were six or seven of them (at the hearing),” he said. He said he believed the minister’s failure to give final approval was caused by the fact the developers had “failed to consult local landowners”. Mr Le Roy also said the developers don’t yet have their power line back to Leongatha and he sees that as a potential windfall for farmers in their negotiations to have the line run across their land.

“They’re starting the project without knowing if they’ll be putting power to the grid,” he said. The wind farm will generate 104 megawatts of power, which will be connected to the grid at the Leongatha zone substation. The wind farm is 10km south east of Tarwin Lower and has been the subject of much controversy. Its approval was blocked in early 2006 by then Federal Environment Minister Ian Campbell, who said the wind farm was too much of a risk to the endangered orange bellied parrot. This was later overturned.

In 2010, then State Planning Minister Justin Madden gave “secret” permission for the turbines to be 20 per cent taller, from 110m to 135m, prompting a furious backlash from sections of the community. An article on page one of The Star’s February 16 2010 issue said the height change would mean the farm would need flood lights. A spokesperson for Matthew Guy said, “The government is currently reviewing the development plans. Matters related to noise compliance are important to the community and as such will be given careful consideration.”

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Sun shines on Meeniyan

THE weather was fine and crowds filled the street during the Meeniyan on Fire festival on Saturday. An estimated 2500 people made their way around Meeniyan’s town centre, finding out what the town has to offer. All businesses became involved, many with street stalls, outside displays and giveaways. Radio 3GG was broadcasting live from the main street while live music from various acts was played on the steps of the hall. There was plenty of fun for the whole family, with face painting, mini-golf, a jumping castle and an abseiling wall. President of the Meeniyan Tourism and Traders Association Marty Thomas said the day was fantastic. “Everything went great guns,” he said. “Everyone is thoroughly happy with the day.” Thanks to this success, Meeniyan on Fire will now certainly become an annual event. “The day was as good as can be. It will now be a yearly festival,” Mr Thomas said. The traders association thanks committee members and community groups involved for their support in the preparation and the lead-up, and the Meeniyan community for its ongoing support.

Riding in style: these beautiful Clydesdales were taking families on laps of Meeniyan during Saturday’s Meeniyan on Fire celebrations.

Fun times: Kaycie Olm and Brock Pollard loved their time on the bouncing castle organised by the Tarwin Valley Rover Crew. Stall holders: Margot and Zoe Bettles where selling snowballs and handing puzzles out for the Meeniyan IGA. Right, Fore: enjoying mini golf at the Meeniyan on Fire festival were Leongatha’s Jay Funnell, Zara McKenzie and Tarra Funnell.

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Protesters lobby ambassador by Jane Ross WATER used during the commissioning phase of the Wonthaggi desalination plant will be discharged into Bass Strait.

The plant’s design and construction contractor Thiess Degremont said this last week. At about the same time that was being announced, members of Watershed Victoria were taking a deputation to the French Consulate in Melbourne, seeking a meeting with the French ambassador. Watershed secretary Neil Rankine said the group wants the ambassador to clarify what relationship the French Government might have with Suez-Degremont, part of the desalination consortium AquaSure which owns and will operate the Wonthaggi plant. Six Watershed members and five Melbourne supporters presented a letter, including three questions, seeking a meeting with the ambassador. “We thought perhaps the ambassador could intervene on behalf of the people of Bass Coast,” Mr Rankine said. Mr Rankine said Watershed members are concerned about “lack of transparent

monitoring” of the desalination plant’s marine effluent. “We asked if the ambassador could pressure AquaSure to give some guarantee in relation to putting in place monitoring that people of Bass Coast could trust.” Water will be discharged from the permanent outlet structures off Williamson’s Beach, about 1.1km from the shoreline. A Thiess Degremont works notification notice states that to commission the plant’s seawater lift pump station, seawater will be recirculated to the ocean through the pump system via permanent intake and outlet tunnels and structures. The Star toured the construction site last year, noting the huge intake and outlet tunnels were big enough to drive a truck through. Water used during testing of the water transfer pipeline will be progressively discharged to the ocean and, during the final stages of commissioning, seawater concentrate will be returned to the ocean. The Thiess Degremont works notification notes the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued the relevant permits. It also states that no solid waste will be disposed to the ocean and that compliance is assessed by the EPA.

Be wary of scams By Jane Ross TWO Leongatha residents have reported new telephone scams doing the rounds. Both wanted to warn others to be wary. John Cachard said someone rang his home last week, saying $3000 had been incorrectly withdrawn from his bank account and he needed to provide his date of birth and bank details so the money could be refunded. “They rang us three times.” The caller gave a phone number and the name of their “manager”. Mr Cachard reported the call to the Office of Fair Trading.

Jenny Rich said her call came at home late in the afternoon, purporting to be from the Federal Government. She was told it was Patricia Morgan calling. Jenny had been chosen for a government payment of between $5000 and $16,000. “A lot of people would fall for that. I wrote it all down and rang Russell Broadbent’s office and they told me it was a scam.” Mr Broadbent, McMillan MP, said his office received lots of calls from people about similar incidents. “It is absolutely vital to be very wary of any phone calls. Under no circumstance should people give out any personal details, certainly not banking details.”

Deal close on Toora

N E G O T I AT I O N S are continuing over the sale of the former Bonlac milk factory at Toora, but should be concluded by Thursday, July 26. Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said the State Government had “not been advised regarding the sale of the Toora site”.

“However, we would be very interested in discussing with investors the re-establishment of

dairy processing in the long term on this former Gippsland dairy factory site,” he said.

Listen please: members of Watershed Victoria outside the French Consulate in Melbourne, where they are seeking a meeting with the French ambassador.

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POLICE BRIEFS Lock up your car

Toys for a cause: (from left) Emily Hellyer from UnitingCare Gippsland was very grateful to accept the donation of toys from Leongatha branch manager Jayne Chapman and her team Tammie Bastian, Sadish Visvalingam, Phoebe Godwin, Tegan Bohn and Eva Bobe.

Bank gives to kids in need IN celebration of its centenary year, Commonwealth Bank has announced every branch in Australia will be giving a gift to help improve the health and wellbeing of local communities.

As part of this initiative, Commonwealth Bank Leongatha branch has chosen UnitingCare Gippsland to receive a gift. UnitingCare Gippsland was presented with $500 worth of toys on Friday for families in need. UnitingCare Gippsland is a valued part of the local community, servicing children, young people, families and individuals. Commonwealth Bank asked its branch staff to put forward one suggestion on how they could help improve the health

and wellbeing of their local community, and then gave them the funds to turn the idea into a reality. Leongatha Commonwealth Bank branch manager Jayne Chapman was happy to give back to the community. “This is a fantastic initiative that has enabled us to make a difference to our local community,” she said. “We look forward to another 100 years of supporting the communities in which we operate.” Emily Hellyer from UnitingCare Gippsland was extremely thankful. “We wish to extend our gratitude to Commonwealth Bank Leongatha branch for providing us with this gift,” she said. “It is a great indication of their sense of community and will be very well received.”

IN yet another reminder for people to secure their cars, two unlocked vehicles were stolen from Inverloch last week. Around 11pm on Sunday, July 8, a Nissan Navara utility was stolen from the driveway of the victim’s house in Nesci Court. Police believe the keys were also possibly left in the vehicle. A second car – a Mitsubishi Pajero – was also stolen from the driveway of a house in Hagelthorn Street in Wonthaggi just after midnight last Thursday. The vehicle was unlocked and the keys were in the ignition. A tool trailer was also attached to the vehicle, but was recovered shortly after in a reserve in Tilly Court. The vehicle was located on Saturday in Rifle Range Road, Wonthaggi. A mobile phone was also stolen from an unlocked car recently. Between 10am and 1pm on Saturday, July 7, offenders stole the phone from a car parked in Shamrock Avenue in Cowes. The car was parked in the street outside the victim’s mother’s house.

Anyone with information about this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5672 1222.

and bailed to appear at Korumburra Magistrates Court on August 23.

Stolen plates

POLICE are searching for a man with an injured hand after an ambulance was vandalised in Wonthaggi last week. Between 11am and 11.15am last Tuesday, a male offender punched the driver’s side rear vision mirror of the ambulance parked near the medical centre in Billson Street. The man smashed the mirror and broke it from its hinges. Police said blood was located on the mirror and window, indicating the offender must have injured his fist in the attack. Anyone with information regarding a person with a cut to a fist, please contact Wonthaggi Police on 5672 1222.

Ambulance attack A SPATE of thefts of number plates from vehicles occurred overnight in Leongatha last Friday. Either one or two plates were stolen from vehicles in Gray Street, McCartin Street, Ogilvy Street, Eden Crescent, Carr Avenue, Davison Street, Conway Street, and Brown Street. The offender used a screwdriver to remove the plates. Anyone with information about the thefts can contact Leongatha Police on 5662 2285.

Many charges AN unlicensed man was caught driving with stolen plates over the weekend. The 23-year-old male, who has recently moved to Wonthaggi, was intercepted by police on Saturday. The Commodore he was driving had stolen plates attached, stolen from a similar vehicle parked in a driveway in Baillieu Street in Wonthaggi the day before, on July 13. The male was charged

Moving robbery THIEVES stole liquor, coins and a camera from a motor home in Wonthaggi. Between 6pm and 8.30pm on Sunday, July 8, offenders entered the mobile home parked in the Miners Rest Caravan Park on White Road. They used a stool to climb up and into a window. Anyone with information about this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5672 1222.

Shed burglary BURGLARS stole a large quantity of tack gear for

horses after breaking into a shed last week. Between 8am on Monday, July 9 and 8am Thursday, July 12, offenders cut a padlock to a shed at a property on Phillip Island Road, Surf Beach. A four-wheel-drive was used to drive into the property and up to the shed. Anyone with information about this incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5672 1222.

Heartless robbers

THIEVES injured a pet turtle and stole money after robbing a Cowes home. Between 9am on Sunday, July 8 and 8am on Monday, July 9, offenders entered the house in Goondiwindi Drive, possibly using a key left outside the premises. They stole cash from a money box and also removed a turtle from an aquarium and placed it on the floor.

Charged theft

OLD car batteries were stolen from the scout hall in Leongatha last week. Between 6pm and 11pm on Thursday, thieves used a bolt cutter or something similar to cut the padlock from the gate of a storage yard at the rear of the hall in Allison Street. Three batteries, collected by the scouts for scrap, were stolen. Anyone with information regarding the incident can contact Leongatha Police on 5662 2285.

Uncertainty A KORUMBURRA house damaged by a stray car recently is yet to be assessed by insurers. The owners of the home said the house may still be liveable. The Star last week reported the house has been assessed as unliveable and would be demolished. That information was supplied by police. A car ran off Mine Road and into the house.

Sandy works resume by Sarah Vella WORK halted on the Sandy Point Community Centre late last month, due to Core Properties, the main contractors on the project going into administration. TP Taylor Reserve Committee of Management president, Di Casbolt is hopeful now work has resumed on the centre, it will soon be finished. “The centre is nearing completion; there is not much work outstanding,” Ms Casbolt said. “Council has been involved in the project since Christmas and were behind employing Core Properties to oversee the project.” The project has been co-funded by council and the Sandy Point community, with $150,000 coming from each group. “I was unaware work had stopped. I was told they were sealing the site off and working out what

still had to be done,” Ms Casbolt said “I just hope local contractors have the patience and the trust in the shire to wait for their payments.” Anthony Seabrook, director of engineering services at South Gippsland Shire Council, said council has now taken over the building of the centre. “Work is progressing well on the community centre since council took over as builder,” he said. “Council has been negotiating with the original trades to finish the project and are grateful to those trades that have returned to the site. “There are still some trades to organise but council is expecting the community centre to be finished at the start of September, weather permitting. “Council is empathetic towards the contractors that are owed money by the previous builder. However it is now a matter between the contractors and the administrator.”

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Signs deliver gas protest A SIMPLE sign could be a most effective weapon in the community’s fight against coal seam gas.

Water concerns: this dead and decaying beast in the Tarwin River sparked concerns from a local resident.

Dead cow no cause for alarm By Sarah Vella MEENIYAN residents have no reason to fear after a dead cow was found in the town’s main water source, the Tarwin River. South Gippsland Water’s managing director Philippe du Plessis said the cow – seen in the river’s West Branch near the Strzelecki Highway at Leongatha – would be investigated. “We thank the community for their awareness; however Meeniyan residents should not be alarmed,” he said. “The Meeniyan Water Treatment Plant filters and disinfects the river water before it enters the water supply system and the performance of the Water Treatment Plant is then verified through internal and independent testing and analysis.” Berry’s Creek resident Don Chalmers was worried, just a month after Meeniyan’s water supply was temporarily deemed unsafe to drink. “I am just a bit concerned about the implications for Meeniyan’s water supply,” he said. Meeniyan’s water is usually drawn from the Tarwin River, however South Gippsland Water does have a small storage basin at the Meeniyan Water Treat-

ment plant where water is pumped to before being treated. Currently, South Gippsland Water is not pumping from the Tarwin River and is instead using water from the storage basin. The presence of dead stock animals does cause some concern for South Gippsland Water. While the corporation and its customers of Meeniyan and Dumbalk rely on the Tarwin River as their water source, South Gippsland Water has no authority to request farmers fence off or restrict river access by stock. As a result they rely on the good work of individual land owners to incorporate good farming practices on their land. South Gippsland Water is constantly reviewing its catchment management policies and working with other authorities such as council, West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, Environment Protection Authority and Department of Primary Industries to ensure that inappropriate development and water quality risks are minimised within their catchment areas. Any customers who have questions or concerns are encouraged to contact South Gippsland Water’s Customer Service Team on 1300 851 636.

Trees lost to houses SMALLER blocks and bigger homes in Inverloch could be contributing to trees being lopped in Inverloch.

Dave Sutton, president of the Inverloch Residents and Ratepayers Association, said large homes demand more space and trees often miss out. The Star last week reported of a high incidence of trees being poisoned around the town. “A lot of the old traditional fibro holiday cottages have been pushed over because of land values going up, and there have been some bigger and taller houses, and as a result of that, you lose the vegetation,” Mr Sutton said. He cited as an example one block that contained an old house being cleared to make way for five houses. “That is happening all over Inverloch,” Mr Sutton said. “That is changing the nature of the town basically, but that is why most

people come and live in this town. The vegetation cover is still fairly significant across the township but it is diminishing. In a lot of the subdivisions, there is no real opportunity to keep it because the blocks are smaller and the houses are bigger.” Mr Sutton said the association urged the community to watch for people poisoning trees. “It’s been an ongoing issue for 20 odd years with people trying to get their views,” he said. Mr Sutton cited an incident in Pier Road where trees were poisoned along the naturestrip. The association became involved and members discovered drill holes. “There have been instances around Pensioners Point at the junction of Venus Street and Ramsey Boulevard. There are manna gums along the foreshore that are not looking healthy and one on the naturestrip that is dead,” he said. “All we can do is ask people to keep an eye out and report suspicious behaviour and then re-plant.”

Best and Less will stay BEST and Less will not be closing in Leongatha, a spokesperson for the store confirmed yesterday

(Monday). With “no plans to close that particular store”, the spokesperson quashed rumours Best and Less in Bair Street would be relo-

cating to Wonthaggi in the near future. A Best and Less store will be opening in the new Wonthaggi Plaza when construction is complete.

CSG opposition group Lock the Gate Gippsland is selling signs for objectors to mount on their properties, reminding miners that trespassing is an offence. The $5 signs will soon be available through Glenn and Jenny Cant of Koonwarra. “The small people working against the global miners have not got the resources and the government does not help the small people,” Mr Cant said. Mrs Cant said the Department of Primary Industries has been far from transparent. “They have had a closed meeting with council but why are they not addressing these questions in public?” she said. Mrs Cant received a

Spreading message: Jenny and Glenn Cant are hoping people will erect signs to ward off coal seam gas. Digitally altered image. written response from Gippsland South MLA and Deputy Premier Peter Ryan to her letter raising concerns, but “he did not tell me anything I did not

already know.” “Water is the most important issue because coal seam gas is a water intensive industry, and some of the aquifers are interlinked

and some of them are not,” she said. To order a sign, phone the Cants on 5664 2252 and they will deliver it to you.

No changes to rural land rules By Brad Lester CHANGES to the state planning rules are unlikely to overhaul South Gippsland’s Rural Land Use Strategy. Victorian Planning Minister Matthew Guy last week announced draft changes to planning zones, with proposals to affect land in the Farming and other zones. Final rules were expected to be announced as early as today (Tuesday), but South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of development services, Phil Stone, was unfazed. “We are not concerned about it,” he said when asked about the likelihood of potential changes to the land use strategy. “We are not running around scratching heads or ringing Spring Street furiously.” Mr Stone said he was not surprised by the minister’s announcement, as the government had promised to give councils more power. Council is yet to declare a stance on the changes, with Mr Stone saying he preferred to see the final changes before offering official comment. “We welcome any reforms that will make things easier and give more control to local councils,” he said. “We have not got enough details. There are a few more questions that need to be asked.” Council’s rule that planning permit applicants for a house need to demonstrate its agricultural significance on lots above 4.1ha may stand. That is despite Mr Guy saying: “Farmers need to live on their land. We need more flexibility for farmers to live where they are working, not forcing them to commute from a town.” Victorian Farmers Federation president Peter Tuohey said the government’s planning reforms strengthened the right to farm, and removed many unnecessary permit requirements for

agricultural businesses. “One of the most consistent messages from our farmers is that it’s been getting harder and harder to just farm, because of all the red tape from local councils and government,” Mr Tuohey said. The president said the government had responded to the VFF’s calls by proposing to: • remove permit requirements for normal agricultural practices, such as moving machinery and stock on roads; • remove permit requirements for construction and use of crucial farm infrastructure such as trellises, hail netting and scare guns; • make minimum lot sizes for subdivision and dwellings in the Farming Zone based on local circumstances, such as the productive land area; • allow smaller minimum lot sizes for dwellings in the Rural Living Zone, from 8ha down to 2 ha; • remove the requirement in the current Victorian Planning Provisions, which states the purpose of the Farming Zone is: “To protect and enhance natural resources and the biodiversity of the area”. This conflicts with agricultural land uses and would be deleted. • enable compatible industries (eg. rural stores, machinery dealers) to be established in the Farming Zone; • remove the requirement to obtain a permit to sell produce from the farm gate; • encourage the use of the Rural Activity Zone and the Rural Living Zone in appropriate places; and • strengthen the right to farm throughout all relevant legislation. “We need to encourage people to live in rural areas to maintain vibrant communities,” Mr Tuohey said. “The trick is to do this while having the least impact on our agricultural businesses and limiting the loss of productive land. “Enabling dwellings on smaller 2ha lots focused around rural towns can re-

duce the loss of land, reduce the impact on existing businesses, and help ensure services can be provided without undue rating pressure on residents.” Mr Guy said the proposed reforms would promote the growth of agriculture and give councils flexibility to adapt planning requirements to local circumstances. “Councils need a much greater level of autonomy in managing their rural areas after a decade of top-down State Government direction on the operation of rural zones,” he said. Mr Guy said reforms responded to many issues raised by peak bodies such as the Victorian Farmers Federation and Rural Councils Victoria. The 40 hectare minimum lot size in the Farming Zone will remain as a default, but councils would be encouraged to vary it to match varying conditions such as climate, topography and land settlement patterns. To attract and retain population in rural Victoria, the default minimum lot size in the Rural Living Zone would be reduced to two hectares (from eight hectares currently) under the proposed reforms. The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) welcomed the proposed changes. MAV president Cr Bill McArthur said: “The proposed residential zones will at last make it easier to implement local policy through clear planning controls that specify where certain types of development can occur and what height limits apply.” The three proposed residential zones are a general residential zone (to allow modest housing growth while respecting urban amenity - mix of single dwellings, units and townhouses); neighbourhood residential zone (to restrict housing growth preference for single dwellings and some dual occupancy); and residential growth zone (to encourage new medium density housing growth – town houses and apartments).

Councils face super bills COUNCILS may face massive superannuation bills this time next year. Longstanding council employees were originally offered a superannuation scheme guaranteeing a rate of return. If the investment market failed to meet that rate, councils were required to fund the shortfall. Another payment will be due on

July 1, 2013 and South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils are expected to face a bill. The amounts remain unknown. Bass Coast Shire Council communications co-ordinator Eleanor McKay said the Board of Vision Super has done an actuarial review to see if the fund for the defined benefits scheme needs to be topped up. “They will release the results sometime this month, which will

outline what our contribution will need to be. We have been advised that any payment will not be due until July 1, 2013, so it will not affect the 2012-13 budget,” she said. South Gippsland Shire Council’s customer relations manager Christian Stefani said council would consider ways of funding any shortfall. Council paid $850,164 in February 2011.

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THE Leongatha and District Australia Day Committee is looking for new members.

They are opening their doors to anyone interested in celebrating the day who may have fresh ideas and different views. If this interests you please call Sue Miles on 0432 379 119 for more information. COAL Creek Historical Village is online! Check out the new website at www.coalcreekvillage.com. au, like them on Facebook and rate them on tripadvisor.com.au. HAPPY birthday to Jean

Marshman, who is turning 100-years-old today. She is a resident of Kooroman House in Leongatha. VICROADS advises motorists to slow down as school speed zones came back into operation with the start of term three yesterday (Monday). Speed limits on roads near schools drop to either 40km/h or 60km/h depending on the road’s open speed limit. Reduced speed limits will apply on school days from 8am to 9.30am and between 2.30pm and 4pm.

Dancing shoes: Dalyston hosted the first of their Winter Warmer afternoon tea dances at the Dalyston Hall on Sunday, July 8. It was a huge success with more than 100 people attending to enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

TOORA Heritage Pear Orchard is having a pruning day, on Sunday, July 22 at 10am. All levels of skill are welcome and participants will need to bring their own pruning equipment, and wear their wellies! Lunch is supplied. Come along and enjoy a social day and learn to prune at the same time. For more information, contact Meryl at colmera@ skymesh.com.au, or phone Nigel on 0431 904 899. HOW will climate change affect your local community? There is an opportunity for residents of Inverloch and surrounds to discuss the issues and share their vision on the future of Inverloch, on Saturday, July 21 from 10am to 3pm at the Inverloch Community Hub. The forum has been organised by the National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility, the Department of Sustainability and Environment, Bass Coast Shire and Monash University. For further information please contact Dr Janet Stanley on 0418 407 248 or email: Janet.Stanley@monash.edu. SOUTH Gippsland women with experience of breast cancer will have access to more support with the establishment of a new local peer support network. The $4950 grant will allow South Gippsland Hospital to establish the peer support network for all women experiencing breast cancer. A focus meeting to allow for discussion regarding the structure and planning for the group will be held at 1pm Thursday, July 19 at the Community Health Centre, South Gippsland Hospital. All welcome.

HAVE YOUR SAY Gippsland Integrated Land Use Plan The Gippsland Integrated Land Use Plan represents the Gippsland component of a state-wide program of Regional Growth Plans currently underway. The plan will provide broad direction for land use and development, as well as more detailed frameworks for Gippsland’s key centres. The plan is being developed in a partnership between local government, state government and authorities. A Strategic Directions brochure has been prepared to guide the Gippsland Integrated Land Use Plan. To obtain this brochure and more information about the project: • go to www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/regionalgrowthplans or • email Gippsland.RGP@dpcd.vic.gov.au • call the project team on 03 5172 2530

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Comments on the proposed strategic directions for the Gippsland Integrated Land Use Plan must be received by Friday 10 August 2012.

WHILE National Tree Day on Sunday, July29, may go unheralded by most, a group of volunteers planning the planting of grasses, shrubs and trees along the Tarwin Lower Venus Bay Bike/ Walking track on that day will be seeing their activity as something of a celebration.

The Tarwin Lower Venus Bay Association Inc. were recent recipients of a $5000 South Gippsland Shire Council Community Grant to install seating at five resting places along the path and beautify the bike track with 2000 native plants. The association is asking that volunteers who may wish to be involved in the planting from 1pm to 5pm go to the Planet Ark website <http://treeday. planetark.org/site/51165> to register their interest and be automatically covered by insurance for the day. For further information prospective volunteers may phone 5663 7324 or email col.sugg@bigpond. com. KORUMBURRA Primary School children’s artwork of the logos for Korumburra competition are on display at the Rotarian Federation Gallery Logo, to which access is gained through the library. The artwork is on display from Wednesday, July 18. COL Boyd and Yolande Field of Inverloch are about to embark on a huge physical challenge for childhood cancer research. They will cycle the Andes Trail from Huachuca to Cusco from August to September this year in the Andes 2012 Kid’s Cancer Project. Col and Yolande want to find a cure for cancer, so kids diagnosed with the disease have the opportunity to grow up and live their dreams. BASTILLE Day celebrations were enjoyed at Waratah Lodge on Saturday night. It was a fun night enjoyed by all who attended. The music was second to none; George Gabriel was simply brilliant. They served a variety of bread and cheeses, finger food including escargot from Cafe Escargot at Mirboo North, vol au vents, croissants and mini quiche. The evening was finished with a variety of profiteroles, éclairs and crepes with berries and cream. Everyone who came enjoyed themselves and had plenty to eat.

LEONGATHA Senior Citizens last Friday had the pleasure of being entertained by Dave Allen, pictured with entertainment organiser Margaret Wood and Louise. It was a very enjoyable time for their members, as he sang many of their old favourites. All this was followed by a delicious afternoon tea featuring many varieties of scones made by members. Next week they have a Christmas in July luncheon with Amarillo doing a special Christmas performance. This will start at midday and finish at 3pm. The following week is the AGM and official opening of the storeroom additions which are now completed. For our open day in conjunction with the Daffodil Festival on August 24, the Carrum Gospel Singers will be performing. Information on activities is available on the noticeboard at the Dakers Centre or by calling president Topsy on 5662 5950.

Hamper winner: Michelle Doolan of Foster North was the lucky winner of a $1000 hamper as a result of a raffle conducted by the Meeniyan Tourism and Traders Association. Michelle is pictured receiving her wheelbarrow full of goodies with her brother Darren Halifax.

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Korumburra neglected for too long By Jacob de Kunder DAVID Amor is looking ahead for Korumburra. The Korumburra business owner said we need to be planning for the future and embracing the town as the “gateway to South Gippsland.� It would be no surprise to those who know Mr Amor that he is passionate about his town and he is taking his passion to the next level. He will vie against Cr Bob Newton and possibly Cr Warren Raabe in the Strzelecki Ward for a spot on South Gippsland Shire Council. Cr Jennie Dean is not renominating, along with a few other current councillors and Mr Amor said it’s time for some

David Amor: keen to support the western end of South Gippsland Shire.

“new blood and new ideas� within the council. “It’s something I’ve thought about for a while now because I am very passionate about Korumburra and the towns around Korumburra,� he said. “Korumburra is the main town for Jumbunna, Moyarra, Arawata, Loch, Nyora, Poowong and all those little towns. “But most importantly Korumburra is the first town you physically drive through in South Gippsland; it’s the gateway to South Gippsland.� One of the main issues on Mr Amor’s agenda if elected is the Korumburra Community Hub project. “We’ve got a lot of assets in Korumburra at the moment, a lot of which are old and need maintenance,� he said.

“Their land is worth a lot of money to the Korumburra people, and that money there needs to be directed into this Community Hub.� Mr Amor would like to see a Community Hub that services all the needs of Korumburra situated in between Princess Street and the South Gippsland Highway east of the primary school. He also has criticised council for choosing the Mair Crescent site for the Korumburra Integrated Children’s Centre. “You can’t build on a hill that steep unless you want our children to grow up as mountain goats,� he said. “There is no parking and no room to expand the centre in the future to accommodate for our growing population.�

Mr Amor wants to see more community input on decisions like this if he is elected. “You can never make everyone happy, but you can make 80 per cent of people happy, and that’s quite easy but things around here lately have been lucky to make 50 per cent of people happy, because we’re not involved and we’re not told.� he said. Growth in Korumburra is on the cards. Mr Amor said it will happen and facilities are needed to deal with the growth. “We’re the second biggest town in South Gippsland so we’re not asking for the world, we’re just asking for our fair share,� he said. “With the industrial growth of the saleyards and with 45 acres to develop at the end of

Sanders Street, I can see Korumburra matching or becoming bigger than Leongatha. “And I can’t see why it can’t happen because we’re only 45 minutes from Dandenong and with the western end of town being the industrial area, a lot of the big trucks won’t have to physically go through our town.� On the wider issues that council faces, Mr Amor said he has an open mind. “My mind is open and if you can put forward a good case with some evidence I will always listen,� he said. “Over the coming months, I will educate myself on the background of all current council issues so that I am prepared.�

Offering independence for Bass Coast Council Ms Brown is standing in McHaffie Ward on Phillip Island, currently held by Cr Jane Daly, who is not renominating. Ms Brown stressed she is “completely independent�, adding, “with much hype surrounding the recent reform team announcement,� this is an appropriate time to announce her nomination, providing choice at election time. She is not announcing a list of policies, explaining, “I feel it difficult to make promises that I cannot guarantee. “Prior to an election, attempts to ‘reinvent the wheel’ are proposed as though no other council has done it before. “The truth is, with the exception of those currently serving, it

By Jane Ross BASS Coast Shire Council candidate Kimberley Brown will make full use of modern technology in her bid to engage with the community ahead of October’s elections. She’s setting up a blog on which she plans to post regular updates of meetings and discussions with residents and community groups, offering a public forum for responses and issues constituents want addressed. “We need to make the most of today’s technology and use it to connect people.�

isn’t until a councillor is elected that they become briefed on the situation at hand and can begin to navigate their way through the red tape in order to find resolutions to issues raised. “Every new council elected spends time assessing, reporting and responding. Therefore, my only policy or promise is this: that I will act in the best interests at all times of the shire, the Island and the Ward.� She said it was unfortunate that at the last election, four councillors ran unopposed. “Our community needs to know that their issues will be heard, that their contributions are valued and that they are connected to council matters through

the voice of their independently elected representative.� A local primary school teacher, Ms Brown said she will soon graduate with a masters degree in accounting and finance. She has recently applied to be a registered civil celebrant. She believes her qualifications and skills make her an ideal candidate. Ms Brown pledged to work “democratically, with attention to detail, quality and service to the community�. She said she has a long standing interest in local affairs and seeks to represent issues affecting McHaffie residents and ratepayers be they permanent, holidaymakers, farmers, old or young.

She welcomes change but holds the view every proposal needs to be given “fair and due consideration before a decision is made�. Development and infrastructure is, in Ms Brown’s view, best kept within town boundaries. “There are areas, particularly in the McHaffie Ward, which need to be protected and maintained.� Ms Brown can be contacted through www.kimberley4councillor.com.au, by email at Kimberley@kimberley4councillor. com.au, 0451 827 619 or on Facebook kimberley4councillor – Bass Coast Election, McHaffie Ward 2012.

Candidate: Kimberley Brown is standing as an independent candidate for Bass Coast Shire Council’s McHaffie Ward.

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Enlighten us

OPEN letter to Deputy Premier Peter Ryan. Victoria’s Mineral Resources laws provide the legal framework for minimising adverse impacts on the environment and community from mining activity. The act includes the concept of sustainable development, whereby: • the welfare of future generations is safeguarded; • there is equity within and between generations; • biological diversity is protected and ecological integrity maintained; • long and short-term economic, environmental, social and equity considerations should be integrated into decision-making; • if there are threats of serious or irreversible environmental damage, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason for postponing measures to prevent environmental degradation; and • development should make a positive contribution to regional development and provide for community involvement in issues that affect them. It’s clear from the experience of communities in Qld, NSW and the USA that coal seam gas mining undermines the achievement

of every single commitment. So why is this government entertaining the prospect of coal seam gas mining in Victoria? You have stated, “There is almost certainly no need for ‘fracking’ in Victoria”. Then why not ban it, to ensure that we never have to face the risks associated with this dangerous process? In the absence of such a ban, we must ask: How many CSG wells is government prepared to approve? 100? 1000? 10,000? More? How many wells per hectare are acceptable? How will government: Hold mining companies to account, when the DPI watchdog is reported to have lost 25 per cent of its staff? Manage catastrophic events, e.g., bush fires igniting gas wells and floods washing toxic, saline waste onto land and into waterways? Prevent toxic water in holding ponds from leaching into water tables and waterways – or evaporating, and coming back into our food chain through rainfall? Ensure that a gas blow out does not occur as it did in Dalby, Qld in 2011. What carcinogens and neurotoxins will be released into the air, soil or water? How much additional fund-

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No big hole thankyou COULD the town of Mirboo North one day be moved to another place to make way for an open cut coal mine? That is the concern of the community in the wake of Mantle Mining lodging a fresh application for an exploration licence with the Department of Primary Industries for brown coal. That licence spans from Mirboo North, eastwards towards the area between Boolarra and Boolarra South, and encompasses the Mirboo North township. While the application specifies the licence is not to search for gas or undertake fracking, the application has generated enough interest among the Mirboo North community that a public meeting has been called for this Sunday. There is talk around town that Mirboo North could one day be the site of an open cut mine and that is reason for concern. Not only is the area one of beauty and bushland that should be preserved, the region also forms the northern boundary of South Gippsland’s prized agricultural production. Unfortunately the area poses the possibility of being ideal for growing food as well as mining coal, but surely in a climate where the carbon tax is designed to find alternate energy sources to coal, this mining should be overlooked in favour of retaining Mirboo North and surrounds as a food bowl. While the area has rich dairying and beef industries, the district is also a popular potato growing industry. While nearby Thorpdale is the prime potato producing region in Victoria, Mirboo North’s contribution to this staple food should not be overlooked. According to local potato grower Tony Cummaudo, the industry is worth about $5 million to Mirboo North’s economy annually. He alone employs a full-time and casual workforce of 40, and is just one of four growers in the area. He is concerned any mining would risk contaminating his water supply and also ruin the “clean” image his product carries. South Gippsland’s generally reliable rainfall, ideal growing conditions and rare natural disasters help guarantee food supply even when land north of the Great Dividing Range is hindered by flood or drought. We must protect what we have and restrict mining to less agriculturally viable areas.

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ing will Federal and State governments allocate to healthcare budgets to cover the burden of disease resulting from mining activities? What infrastructure will be required? Roads? Rail? Processing plants? Compressor stations? Pipelines? How much land will it cover? What proportion of gas will be exported? From which port? What infrastructure will be required? What environmental impacts will occur? Fisheries? Air? Noise? Land degradation? If a wind tower must be at least 2km from a residence, why can a CSG rig be as close as 100 metres? By how much does government expect properties to be devalued as a result of CSG mining? How will this affect council’s rateable income? Will government conduct health and environmental impact studies independent of mining companies? How much water will government permit mining companies to use? Where will it come from? How will farmers’ access to water be protected? How many thousands of truckloads will be required to deliver materials to the mining sites? How much will be spent in maintaining the already crumbling roads? How will extra heavy vehicle traffic affect local communities? How much food production capacity will be lost to mining? What loss is acceptable? Your answers to these questions will enable us all to determine our future position on this issue. Larry and Linda Giddy, Foster North.

Nursing worry AS A matter of public interest, Lea Pope, the CEO of Bass Coast Regional Health, must make public the decision-making process that led them to appoint Miriam Holmes, who had a string of serious allegations surrounding her care of elderly people, as nurse unit manager at Armitage House aged care facility. It is a matter of public record that Miriam Holmes was suspended from nursing in Ireland by the Irish Nursing Board in October 2011. It sounds as if Bass Coast Regional Health knew that Ms Holmes came with some serious

baggage. A thorough and robust selection process is vital for the safety and protection of the frail and vulnerable. In this case, either a proper background check was not carried out, or it was and then a monumental lack of judgement followed. Jane Seaholme, Wonthaggi.

Tell truth IS IT time we sought some truths regarding the impact of the carbon emissions tax? Perhaps your readers would like to read a most illuminating article by senior writer, Greg Sheridan, published in The Weekend Australian on Saturday, July 7. Sheridan makes some very salient points, backed by some expert opinion provided by Warwick McKibbin and Nicholas Linacre. Firstly, the Gillard Government’s own Productivity Commission has revealed that no economy anywhere in the world has produced a scheme like Australia’s carbon tax. Specifically at $23 a tonne. This is despite the Gillard Government continually quoting schemes, such as in the EU and the US States, (California – yet to start, and the one in the north east), as if they have been in operation for considerable time and are reducing emissions. However, an expert in this field, such as the ANU’s Warwick McKibbin, maintains that the downturn in the US economy has done more to reduce emissions than anything else, as has also been the case in Europe. In fact, the US does not have a national carbon emissions reduction scheme. Its neighbour, Canada, says it will never have one. Another major economy, Japan, is coping with its internal disasters, while South Korea is yet to establish a scheme and even New Zealand has modified its low price scheme. Another truth is that in Europe, for example, where some carbon credit trading exists, prices are very low, (about E5). Why then is Australia imposing such a burden on the economy with a high price in the form of a tax ($23 per tonne), as well as maintaining a floor price of $15 a tonne when the tax moves to a trading scheme? Given some constraints in

the Gillard scheme, Australian companies will seek to purchase cheaper permits overseas (or even move operations offshore). However, World Bank expert, Nicholas Linacre, doubts whether an international trading scheme will ever work. He suggests most low cost credits are coming out of China but are unacceptable to buyers due to the veracity of their schemes. Again, China, like the US, does not have a national scheme, but one restricted to a couple of provinces. Little is also said about the developing world. For example, India, another looming economic giant, declared in March this year, it would not even consider scaling back more greenhouse gas emissions until after 2020 and then would do so only in exchange for western dollars. Finally, is there any truth to the notion that a market based system of trading credits actually reduces carbon emissions to impact on greenhouse gases? Apparently not, according to Warwick McKibbin. The only evidence of this occurs in computer generated models supposedly replicating the real world (and subject to numerous assumptions.) The truth is, however, that through the Gillard Government’s emissions trading scheme, a considerable burden is being placed on the economy in the form of a tax (to be followed by an elevated floor price), not replicated anywhere else in the world, not guaranteed to work, nor be effective in reducing greenhouse gases. This scheme will have a serious impact on our future competitiveness in a global market and in the end, our standard of living. This impost is a high price for Australians to pay for a political decision enabling the Gillard government to cling to power. Russell Broadbent, McMillan MP.

Save water THERE has been so much rain and flooding in Australia lately that it is hard to contemplate the fact that we live on one of the driest continents on earth. Currently, we must look to the other side of the world to realise the earth is burning. Not so long ago it was Australia burning. Yet, as the earth becomes warmer and ecosystems get lost

to corporate greed and runaway industrialisation, and as the indisputable evidence of climate change kicks-in, our politicians appear largely unconcerned. Governments are talking-up the need for a stable economy to be brought about by a mining resources boom when the most precious resource we have, water, is fast diminishing. Mining, especially the mining of coal and unconventional gas is a massive consumer of underground water. The US Boulder environment group Western Resource Advocates issued a report recentlyp called Fracking Our Future. The report notes the amount of water used each year for hydraulic fracturing at Coloradob oil and gas drilling sites was enough to supply 166,000 litres to 296,000 people for a year in household use. Australia does not have the benefit of similar studies, but water depletion and contamination has become a major con-p cern, especially for farmers. Unfortunately, not so for the politicians who are putting the mining of fossil fuels before water and food. This astounding fossil fuel preference is revealed in the long anticipated aquifer interference policy that has been released in NSW. With its terms of reference clearly focused on water availability and quality, this paper appears to eliminate coal seam gas and mining from the policy. The situation in Victoria is panning out to be just as irre-p sponsible. Deputy Premier Peter Ryan appears to believe that be-p cause we have had gas exploration for the past 30 years in Victoria we can keep going along the fossil fuels extractions pathway without consequences. It is a well documented fact that coastal Victoria has already suffered water depletion and significant subsidence from years ofp coal, oil and gas mining. This situation is destined to be exacerbated by coal seam gas. When will the politicians realise that water is one of our most critical raw resources? It is far more important than oil, coal and gas and it is not sustainable through value adding technologies, such as desalination and recycling because these methods utilise intense fossil fuel energy levels in the water j conversion processing. In terms of our energy needs we can find alternatives to coal,

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oil and gas, there are no alternatives to water. Undoubtedly, water will run out before we run out of fossil fuels, and so will the supplies of food run out. We will not be able to import food because global temperatures are on the rise and countries like America, Africa, Europe and China will also lose fresh water supplies. Indeed, scientists now believe that water shortages will spread across the globe and become even more disruptive in the years to come as the global populations rise. The consequences for our global economy will be profound; not just in an economic recession, but a potential collapse. The world’s greatest civilisations have been eliminated though the misuse and loss of water. We know this intuitively, but it doesn’t seem to stop politicians from embarking upon a path of planetary destruction. One can only assume that the water depletion scenario is just too difficult to comprehend, thus it becomes easier to live with a fantasy that money buys anything. Dr Chris James, Welshpool.

Desal defence

THIS letter is to complain about an article recently written in The Star on July 3 regarding ‘Protesters greet desal’ deadline. Ms Harrison and Watershed have grossly misconstrued the purpose and building of the desalination plant. I am so tired of papers and Watershed blaming Aquasure and making the desal into a fear factory. In response to their first point in reference to their concerns for the environmental impact in the Bass Coast, Watershed and readers need to understand that Aquasure among other companies have taken and do take incredible qualified researched measures to ensure impact on environment is minimal. In saying that, I would like to know vice-president of Watershed, Ms Jessica Harrison’s, environmental and engineering qualifications, if she has any at all. Their second point regarding that overseas there has been chemical spills in the ocean resulting in an orange red tide, is just an attempt to put the fear in followers of Watershed and local residents. If Ms Harrison understood the desal project at all, she would be well aware that the desal has taken measures to remove the chemical waste and deposit it safely in completely contained holding bays well away from the water’s edge. These will later be covered by landfill, with no risk to the ocean or land. The overdue deadline is nothing to be “intrigued” about as it is overdue because of unforeseen problems that arise by the workers. It is outrageous that Watershed is blaming Aquasure when it’s the very well paid union workers that are the ones that have pushed the deadline! Australia has the worst union reputation in the whole world. We have to be the laziest country when it comes to labour and should be ashamed. Ms Harrison should take a step back and look at all the factors in regards to every aspect of the desal before ranting her unfounded antics around.

Finally, five years ago when the desalination plant was proposed, we were experiencing intense drought and the farming communities and their surrounds were suffering. The next time we encounter drought, Ms Harrison, you will be counting your lucky stars that we have the desal. Readers and followers of Watershed need a good dose of education about what they are protesting about before inflicting their ridiculous views on fellow readers. Needless to say, I was quite frustrated. I expected a much higher level of service from your company, in responsible reporting and researching both sides and I am quite disappointed. Tess Jones, Leongatha.

Mystified? THE Minister for Food Security, Water and Agriculture, Mr Peter Walsh, was quoted last week saying that he “is mystified by the local backlash against coal seam gas in South Gippsland and Bass Coast”. Does the honourable minister understand what is happening in Queensland and NSW already? Those of us who heard Drew Hutton, from Lock the Gate, speak recently of what he learned about the agony of the people of the Darling Downs west of Toowoomba. What started as a few gas wells in this prime agricultural region has now blossomed to four thousand wells with plans to expand to 40,000 and then possibly to 80 or even 100,000. People living near leaking gas wells suffer chronic headache, skin irritation and nosebleeds. The process of hydraulic fracturing forces toxic chemicals into subterranean water. There is no good way of disposing of the millions of litres of poisoned and saline waste-water which gushes back up out of each bore hole. The gas wells vent carcinogenic hydrocarbon gases such as benzene into the atmosphere. These carcinogens combine with atmospheric moisture and settle on farms, houses, livestock, people and children. Gas compressor stations use turbines which are like jet aircraft engines which run 24 hours a day and stop people sleeping for kilometres around. Wherever gas mining has occurred land values have collapsed; not only the value of the land where the wells are but also the neighbours’ properties. Does the minister know that under Victorian law if a landholder refuses to allow access to a mining company, the company can apply to VCAT to obtain an access order regardless? Does the minister know that under Victorian law a mining company can site a gas well 100 metres from a person’s house, and that noisy drilling and fracking operations can be conducted 24/7? Does the minister know that under Victorian law there is no requirement for a company to disclose what chemicals it forces down the bore holes? This is the dismal future we face in South Gippsland if we don’t stop it now. This could be us in five to 10 years’ time, no longer an agricultural and tourist region but a very unpleasant semi-industrial landscape which nobody wants to visit any more. Is the honourable minister still mystified why people are

concerned about coal seam gas? Personally I am mystified why our politicians will not listen to the people. Chris O’Reilly, Pound Creek.

Answers needed I HAVE read various articles in your paper on the carbon tax. Let me declare my position. I am a swinging voter and believe in climate change. I know that Australia, whilst small in population and world economy, is one of the highest per capita polluters. An analogy which may explain this in country terms is that our small dam is full of green algae. Yes, a small problem in global terms but never-the-less the lucky country has to stand up and be counted. On a proportion basis we are very bad in terms of brown and black coal pollution and we have to fix it. Now the carbon price (tax) is a three year stabilisation system for an eventual ETS, previously supported by both sides of parliament. John Howard and Peter Costello had a similar scheme. But in my opinion, due to his own arrogance, Tony Abbott was not a good negotiator and did not become Prime Minister so he has taken a spiteful wrecking ball to all of what we have held dear as Australians. Respect for our leaders, honesty rather than spin and substance, facts rather than scare mongering rhetoric and one of the best performing economies in the world. Did you know that the Tony Abbott Direct Action Plan is a very, very big pollution tax on taxpayers? Yes that means you. He has scared pensioners and many other economically vulnerable people without conscience, so he can become Prime Minister before the next election. Is he now the Dr No shock jock politician of Australia? The Labor Policy does impose a price (tax), but on very large polluter industries with CEOs generally on millions of dollar salaries. They give all of this revenue back to you through compensation to ease the burden or start to develop solutions to our problem through alternative energy developments. Now the Abbott Policy taxes you to the tune of $48 billion - yep that’s right, by 2020, according to the Taxation Office estimates and also the independent Grattan Institute. Have you noticed that Tony Abbott is full of rhetoric but no facts about his own very, very big tax proposal. If he becomes Prime Minister and forms a government I can imagine the smug look, and what did he say? “Sometimes I lie”. I don’t mind debate but is it about time the media put a blow torch on the Coalition policy and say to them, stop the cheap three liners and give us some facts about your own Direct Action Policy? Is it all mouth and no substance? The Coalition policy will tax you much more than Labor. I claim this is a fact and it is up to opponents to prove me wrong with their facts. Come on Liberal and National party politicians – start giving the cost facts of your policy if you dare. I will make it simple. How much will your policy cost up to 2020 to reach your five per cent target? Who pays and in what

proportion? Is it industry or taxpayers (us)? David Turnbull, Leongatha.

Declaring interests IN YOUR July 3 edition, Mr David Blum seeks information regarding all properties in Bass Coast in which I would have an interest. As is well known, my family has owned commercial properties in Wonthaggi for several decades, along with a factory at Inverloch and a farm at Wattle Bank, which is where I live. Immediately following the election in October, all new councillors throughout Victoria will be required to fill in a declaration of all their interests and this form is updated annually. This declaration is a public document which any citizen can view. Alan Brown, Leader, 2012 Bass Coast Shire Council Election Reform Team, Wattle Bank.

Coal concerns RECENTLY, our State Government has opened up vast areas of rich fertile farmland in Gippsland to companies who wish to develop open cut coal mines, with much of it intended for export. Martin Ferguson calls it the “New Pilbarra”. Gippslanders have had very little say in the decision making and object to the prospect of much of the best agricultural land in the state being destroyed forever by an industry which has a questionable future. The fact is that there are now emission and pollution free ways of producing the electricity we need from renewable sources such as wind and solar thermal power plants that provide base load energy. Google “Gemasol Terrasol” power plant in Spain to find out more. Such plants would be ideally suited to northern Victoria. To enable the vast coal mining to take place, scores of farming families will be displaced, fertile land removed and massive infrastructure required (land transport and ports). Most of the finance coming from the pockets of tax-payers as well as tax-payer funded subsidies to the private companies to entice them to invest. As well, massive re-engineering of landscapes such as re-routing of rivers and watercourses will need to be undertaken. In these budget-constrained times, is this where you want to see our taxes invested? In a world where food security is rapidly becoming one of the biggest global challenges, we need to preserve Victoria’s highly productive agricultural areas, not destroy them. Finally, with the amount of climate science knowledge we have today, no one thinks that climate change will not worsen as time goes on. It is more than probable that with further catastrophic climate events and ever increasing insurance premiums to pay for the aftermaths, that fossil fuels will be steadily priced out of existence and the demand for coal will collapse. The coal price is already decreasing as we speak. The spectre of stranded assets in the medium to long term is almost

guaranteed. This should greatly concern all Victorians. If you feel uneasy about the loss of prime farmland, increased emissions and unwise public expenditure, please ring, write email or make an appointment with your local member of parliament and demand a stop to the expansion of coal developments in our state. We in Gippsland will be heartily thankful. Alice Maguire, Latrobe Valley Sustainability Group, Morwell.

Stations to stay CHILTERN, Katamatite, Manangatang, Murrayville, Piangil, Cressy, Merino and Learmonth. What do these Victorian towns all have in common? They all have one-officer police stations at the centre of their communities. And Victoria Police has committed to having it stay that way. They are among a total of 99 one-officer police stations across the state. For many years now there has been uncertainty around the future of maintaining one-officer police stations, especially those that have had vacancies for some time. In particular those eight stations. But we recently completed a review of those stations – looking at where they’re located, the capacity of nearby stations to provide a service and the degree of community reliance – and it proved to us that it was essential for these stations be occupied on a full time basis. It’s not easy to recruit police officers to work at our more remote stations. Times have changed and going to take up a position in country Victoria doesn’t have the same appeal as it used to, for a whole range of reasons. Or there may have been decisions in the past not to allocate a full time police officer to those stations in communities that experience such a small number of crimes each year. But it’s not just about statistics. We know that one-officer stations in country Victoria are more than that. Our local police stations are important for the communities and surrounding farming areas. It’s about perceptions of safety and security. It’s about our members - especially those that are in more remote places - playing a real social leadership role within the community. That’s why we have determined an ongoing commitment to these stations. We announced last week that these stations will be staying open and filled. To do that will be a challenge – we will never force any of our members to go and work at a station. But what we can do is increase our work around encouraging our members to consider a job in these rural areas – and to consider just how rewarding country policing can be. Ken Lay, Chief Commissioner of Police.

Celebrating farmers DEAR rural Australians, As we reach the half-way mark of Australian Year of the Farmer 2012, it is important we celebrate our progress, remind

ourselves of our objectives and check we’re on track to achieve them. AYOF is a not for profit, nonpolitical organisation designed to highlight the great work and contribution farmers make to Australia’s financial and social fabric. We are dedicated to celebrating our farmers and highlighting the critical role of agriculture in the future wellbeing of all Australians. We are supportive of existing farmer and agricultural groups and operate on an “as well as, not instead of” principle. Here is a recap of Australian Year of the Farmer 2012 objectives: - establish closer ties between Australia’s rural and urban communities; - celebrate the broad range and fine quality produce our farmers grow and harvest; - share how Australia is leading the world in farming techniques and innovation; - highlight the essential role of Australian agriculture to the maintenance of national and global food security; - promote the role our farmers play as environmental managers, creating and delivering sustainability through best practice management; - recognise farmers for feeding the nation and sustaining our vital agribusinesses; - communicate to all Australians the importance of farming and rural communities to our national economy and social fabric; - encourage Australians to reflect on the origins of the food they consume every day and perpetuate the call to buy Australian produce; and - focus on – and prepare for – the future of farming in Australia by creating awareness of career opportunities in agriculture and related areas. Since the Australian Year of the Farmer commenced, the importance of farming and agriculture has been more widely discussed and recognised throughout Australia. We’re encouraged this discussion is taking place, helping to lessen the tendency of Australians to take farming for granted. As Aussie farming communities, you can contribute positively to these discussions by taking every opportunity to demonstrate and celebrate what you do. By showing others that we lead the world in farming techniques and innovation, you are promoting our vital contribution to the agribusinesses value chain. The Australian Year of the Farmer Board is very appreciative of the countless contributions and initiatives from the individuals, businesses and organisations supporting our endeavours. We look forward to strengthening our focus on farming as the year progresses. We will continue to relay our messages to all Australians, whether they live in metropolitan, urban or regional Australia. As one country, we rely on our farmers as providers and on the success of agribusiness for a secure and sustainable future. Thank you to all who are engaging with the Year and contributing to what is such an important issue for all present and future Australians. Our farmers. Our future. Philip Bruem, Chairman, Australian Year of the Farmer.

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Gas ordeal simply hell By Matt Dunn AN eight month stint in central Queensland has convinced a Mardan couple they don’t want coal seam gas mining on their doorstep. Kate Rodda and Trent Bird lived and worked in the coal mining town of Dysart. Mr Bird worked as a diesel fitter for Caterpillar machinery, putting in infrastructure and servicing the plants that tapped into the enormous resources contained within the 60,000 square kilometres of the Bowen Basin. The basin is a rich coal seam that is “going full steam ahead for coal seam gas as well”. “We’re not just little hobby farmers out here who have seen a few movies about CSG. We’ve seen the destruction that goes with it and the big, grimy waste that’s left over from the production – massive dams of green toxic sludge that they don’t know what they’re going to do with,” he said. “If farmers think they’re going to get a little well on their property to make a bit of money they’re mistaken.

They’re not going to put the infrastructure in to put in one or even 10 wells. They’ll put them every 200 metres. “The people who are selling the gas schemes to the farmers have got the best marketing and sales people in the world. I can see why they’re buying the idea.” Mr Bird said if landholders did not “do their homework” on the issue they would “get burnt”. “You’ve got the best, highest-producing land in Australia here. Why would they risk it, for no return to local communities? We won’t get anything out of it,” he said. “They snuck it into Queensland and it went boom. They snuck it into New South Wales. They won’t stop it now because the monster’s that big. There’s just too much political influence and money tied up in it. Once it starts storming along, that’s it, you can’t stop it. “The country in Queensland you can run one head of cattle to 50 acres. It’s not like this green stuff down here. It’s a quick money grab. Who’s going to get rid of the waste at the end? Who’s going to pull all the wells up and the pipes under the ground when

it’s all finished? Who’s going to deal with that when it’s just a big mess?” Ms Rodda said she was concerned that mining companies seemed unwilling to disclose which chemicals would be used in fracking (hydraulic fracturing) solutions. Typically, fracking solutions can include the hazardous chemicals propanol (which is harmful when breathed in or swallowed), chloric acid (a powerful oxidizing agent that will cause most organics and flammables to burn on contact), hydrocholric acid (which, in a concentrated form, creates an acidic mist that has a corrosive effect on human tissue, with the potential to damage respiratory organs, eyes, skin, and intestines), potassium chloride (the substance used as the final drug delivered in the lethal injection process) and sodium hydroxide (which can decompose proteins and lipids in the skin, eyes or other living tissues). “The reason I’ve become concerned is the water quality in Dysart was terrible. I started talking to people about the water and asking why it tastes so horrible. They told me it always tastes horrible, it’s just the water here,” she said.

Saying no: Trent Bird and Kate Rodda with children Kyah and Saxon at their Mardan property. “But I thought, ‘No. Surely you should be able to drink the water’. Trent was asking people at his work. They were saying that not only were the dust and minerals and heavy metals from coal mining in there, but they’d

also found really bad chemicals in the water in Moranbah (a nearby town). “They believed it was from the underground water being contaminated.” She has the same fears for South Gippsland.

Polio the forgotten disease By Jane Ross THE polio epidemic of the late 1940s and early 1950s might seem like a long time ago, but its ramifications still reverberate.

Grateful: Leongatha RSL sub-branch president Graeme Heath chats with Geoff Dean who thanked the RSL for a donation of $500 so that an information leaflet could be printed for Post Polio Victoria.

As sufferers age, their condition is exacerbated and specific services to help them are virtually non-existent. Geoff Dean of Leongatha is a founding committee member of Post Polio Victoria, a voluntary organisation formed two years ago to act as a voice for those with Post Polio Syndrome (PPS). “For too long people with polio have been forgotten,” he said. “The services currently pro-

vided are dismal.” There is one private provider in St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne with a physiotherapist, prosthetist and doctor on a fee-for-service basis for a few hours a week - that’s for the whole of Victoria. The group estimates there are probably 4000 people in the state suffering from the syndrome and while those numbers aren’t large, members say action is needed. As part of that, a leaflet has been printed, explaining what Post Polio Victoria is, what it hopes to achieve and typical symptoms of PPS. The leaflet was made possible by a grant of $500 from the Leongatha sub-branch of the RSL. Geoff made the approach and was delighted with the response. PPS symptoms include un-

accustomed fatigue, decreased strength and endurance, muscle and joint pain, muscle spasms, respiratory and sleep problems, swallowing or speaking difficulties and distress during temperature extremes. There’s also the psychological impact of having lived a life with a disability. Advancing age means people grow out of the aids they need, such as prostheses and Geoff said there are those waiting two years for new ones. The polio virus affects the central nervous system; the impact on the neurons between nerves and muscles. The group began two years ago, with Geoff part of its driving force. He contracted polio at the age of three-and-a-half, spending

months in the Fairfield Infectious Diseases Hospital. Geoff has spent a large part of his life involved in the health field. He served on the board of Woorayl District Memorial Hospital, later Gippsland Southern Health Service for 16 years, more than six of those as president. He was on the Victorian Hospitals Association for eight years and the education and training body getGP for six years, half of those as chair. Membership of Post Polio Victoria is free until 2013, when fee structures will be reviewed. Donations are welcome. To find out more ring 0431 702 137 or contact postpoliovictoria@ gmail.com.

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Steph’s back on the bus By Simone Short AFTER being banned from the V/ Line bus four months ago, Steph Spokes and her pink scooter are back in action.

Ms Spokes and her partner John Hulls of Leongatha were told in February they were no longer able to store her scooter in the carriage compartment below the bus despite having previously travelled with it without any problems. Mr Hulls said V/Line customer centre manager, Greville Dawson, arranged a meeting with them after he was alerted to their dilemma through articles printed in The Star. “He contacted us and arranged to meet at the V/Line depot in Leongatha,” he said. “He was happy to come from Melbourne to meet us.” Ms Spokes can now transport her scooter in the carriage compartment below the bus once again, but with one minor alteration; the scooter must be tied onto the frame of the bus. “The size is fine. All we have to do is call them 24 hours before to let them

know we’ll be using the bus service,” Mr Hulls said. “The only difference is that we have to tie it down.” Ms Spokes said it was a “huge relief” to be able to use the bus service again. “I’m a bit concerned it’s taken so long, and I wish it hadn’t, but there’s no ill effect from it,” she said. “The representatives from V/Line said it wasn’t a special case and they do it all the time.” Ms Spokes and Mr Hulls both said they wanted the public to know about their plight so people with similar handicaps don’t find themselves in a similar situation and feel they are stranded. Mr Dawson said he was pleased he could help Ms Spokes with her transport issue. “In this instance we were able to meet with Steph and John and our bus operator, and together we found a solution,” he said. “If any customers have any difficulty in travelling with us, we would always encourage them to get in contact with us on 1800 800 007 first. “Where we can we will always work with our customers to find a reasonable solution to problems.”

Back in action: Steph Spokes and her partner John Hulls are relieved she is able to travel on the V/Line bus once again.

Long Jetty faces a long wait By Sarah Vella THE Port Welshpool Long Jetty has recently been classified by the National Trust of Victoria, which will means the jetty will be preserved for the education and appreciation of future generations. However, if the jetty is further recognised to have historical significance and is registered by Heritage Victoria, this could mean permits would be required to complete any significant restoration or demolition.

Paul Roser, conservation manger with the National Trust of Victoria, said the Long Jetty has significance at not just a local, but also state level. “We have classified the jetty at state level, which means we have sent a nomination to Heritage Victoria, to apply for heritage classification,” Mr Roser said. “If Heritage Victoria adds it to their register, permits will be required if any major works are going to be done. “We haven’t yet had a response to say Heritage Victoria has accepted the nomination. It is still in the very early stages.” Mr Roser attended the community meeting held in

November last year and said he understands the requirements of the restoration of the jetty. “A concrete deck was mentioned as part of the restoration of the jetty, but in our experience, concrete decks can be very unsuccessful, which is why we are advocating for a timber deck,” he said. “Clearly, a timber deck is part of the significance of the jetty, which we were told would cost around $11 million, as opposed to the $10 million figure put on the concrete deck restoration. “The Long Jetty clearly has significance to people in the region, but we believe it also has state significance,

not only because it was built in the 1930s but also its length.” South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jeanette Harding is eagerly awaiting the next committee meeting. “There is a meeting being held at the end of July and we are hoping there will be some information then,” she said.

“We haven’t had any more information since we received the letter notifying us of the classification. “We are all worried sick at the moment. We spoke yesterday to a member of the State Government, who reiterated that there will be a meeting in July, when more information should be available.

“I understand that the community and the committee are very concerned. The community is very interested in it, but we have no answers as yet.” The Long Jetty is one of the priority projects within the shire. There is currently $6 million in funding set aside for the project, how-

ever it needs around $4 million more before work can commence. “We have not received any more funding as of yet. It is most unfortunate at the moment, because we do not know. People seem to think we do know and we are not telling, but the reality is we don’t,” Cr Harding said.

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History to be auctioned LEONGATHA’S former home of the Lord Brassey Lodge is up for auction but will leave behind a rich history. For many years the lodge was a place for the men of Leongatha to gather, chat and enjoy each other’s company. Since the lodge came about in 1896 through to its last meeting in December 2011 many great men had been involved with the organisation. The lodge hall will be auctioned on Friday, July 20. Most of the forefathers of Leongatha were members including William Wilson Young, the founder of the Great Southern Star newspaper, and one of the earliest school teachers and who Jeffrey Street is named after, John Jeffrey. Lodge secretary (before the closure) Tom Parsons said the Sad to see it go: Bill Gillespie, Norm Burchell, Tom Parsons and Bob Leslie at the final lodge was prosperous through the 20th century. Lord Brassey Lodge meeting on December 6, 2011. “After World War Two there

was a surge of interested men,” he said. “This was boosted by the friendships formed by men who had served together in the armed forces. “During the six years after the war, the lodge welcomed a total of 92 new members.” This increase in membership was cause for a new temple to accommodate growing numbers. The building we now see today on the corner of Bruce and Church streets officially opened in 1962 and has housed the lodge ever since. Memberships peaked in 1963 but after that the lodge was unable to counteract the natural loss caused by death and resignations. “People had other things to do,” Mr Parsons said. “There was no way we could keep getting new members because of everyone getting busier. “There’s no way we could have got new members these days, with people not having time.” The fact that it was a men only

club was another reason for numbers shrinking. “The RSL and Rotary have let the women in and they have helped keep them going,” Mr Parsons said. “We have always been men only and the powers above say it’s part of our history.” The lodge held their last official meeting on December 6, 2011 with the age of most active members well over 80. “Going out at night is not as attractive an idea at that age,” Mr Parsons said. “And so that became the end of our lodge.” The money from the sale will go to the Freemasons Victoria to be spent on upgrading or improving other lodges in the Gippsland area. The property is being advertised as a blue-ribbon town centre location. For more information about the auction, contact Zel Svenson from Elders Leongatha on 0438 636 290.

Mayor’s message Cr Veronica Dowman

WHILE the rain might have slowed progress on the Cowes Town Square project, it hasn’t dampened our vision for providing a vibrant, lively, cultural precinct for Cowes. As most residents will be aware, development of the Town Square is the first stage of creating a cultural precinct. This long term project will provide improved cultural, social and learning experiences for residents and visitors to Cowes. The final precinct will contain a fabulous community space, as well as a refurbished and extended library, a larger hall, cultural centre, art gallery and heritage centre. This project has been a long time in the making. Initial designs were drawn up in 2004 and again in 2009, formulated with advice from key leaders in the community. The cultural centre vision is to increase the size and capacity of the hall so it can continue to serve the growing population of Cowes. Funding has been included in this year’s proposed budget to complete detailed drawings for the cultural precinct to help turn the vision into a reality. If the budget is adopted, the design will include drawings for a redeveloped heritage centre, library and to increase the size and capacity of the hall. This might include things like increasing the size of the backstage area and improving technical infrastructure and equipment in the hall. While feelings about public art are subjective, I am excited about its inclusion into the open space. Murals from local artist Patrice “Muthaymiles” Mahoney will wrap drinking fountains adding a sense of history and colour to the area. Harmony bells hang in the landscaping adding another layer of interest and interaction to the square. The heritage centre has served the people of Cowes well and has been a vital part of the community for many years. This project aims to revitalise it, giving the people of Cowes a cultural precinct they can be proud of. Cr Veronica Dowman, mayor, Bass Coast Shire Council.

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SOUTH Gippsland’s roads are deteriorating but VicRoads is unable to respond quickly enough due to contractual arrangements.

South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin wants to change the way road maintenance contracts are structured in a bid to improve road conditions for motorists. He said contracts are arranged in such a way that workers are unable to respond to potholes that arise due to sudden wet weather. “There has been a shift away from understanding that the core business (of VicRoads) is the provision of infrastructure for moving people and goods, to more of a view of protecting myself against litigation,” he said. “We will work with VicRoads to look at how we can drive the maintenance dollar further.” Up to 30 per cent of calls to council regarding roads relate to roads that are the responsibility of VicRoads.

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Frames are up – it’s all go THE frames are up and the first eight villas at Mountain View Leongatha are underway.

Soon, the timber will give way to the retirement village’s prime accommodation. They’re being built to three different floor plans, offering either two bedrooms, two bedrooms plus a flexi room or three bedrooms. Manager Trevor Davis said rain had held the project up a little, but the villas will be ready for viewing by October. Mountain View is in Dale Drive, where a former paddock is being converted into what is being billed as “a boutique lifestyle community”. It will be gated for added security. Trevor explained that means the gates will be locked at night, keeping undesirables out. Those living there will have their own means of unlocking the gates, so they can come and go as they please. Residents will have further peace of mind with a 24-hour emergency call system. Trevor and his colleague David Louden are pretty excited at the village’s progress. The first stage, which includes the villas, infra-

structure and a magnificent community centre, is costing in the order of $4.5 million.

The centre will be finished soon. It boasts an indoor swimming pool long enough for anyone

inclined to doing laps and sufficiently deep for the gyrations of water aerobics. There are changing

rooms next to the pool, which overlooks an outdoor terrace area. The lounge/dining

section runs the width of the clubhouse, looking out onto an outdoor barbecue.

Underway: David Louden, builder Scott Collins and sales manager Trevor Davis in front of the first villas being constructed at Mountain View Leongatha.

Along the front of the building runs a bowling green. The green part isn’t in yet, but Trevor and David couldn’t help but pretend to test the lie of the “lawn”. “I won!” Trevor declared laughing, “I hit the kitty!” Lounge, dining, kitchen and bar facilities are also part of the capacious centre which, like the entire site, commands a splendid view of the South Gippsland countryside. Trevor said villas are tiered in such a way that just about all will have picturesque views. There’ll be 45 eventually, in what the owners are expecting will be a two-year construction project. He agreed it’s unusual for a retirement village project to begin with a community centre, adding the owners decided that should be built first “because they wanted to show people the quality”. Local tradespeople are among those employed on the site. Trevor said there has been a lot of interest in the project. Its details will be spelt out at the next monthly Mountain View presentation at the Leongatha RSL on August 8, starting at 7pm.

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Toora RSL has community at heart By Sarah Vella

THE Toora RSL formed in 1921 but the current building did not exist then. Members began meeting in places like the Mount Best Hall and any other venue they could find. The current home of the RSL arrived in 1945 and came from Korumburra. Fittingly, it is an old army barracks building. John Milroy, the secretary of the Toora branch explained how the building, that was deemed a dozer job just five years ago, has since been rehabilitated. “The Toora RSL owned the land, and through public funding purchased the building and had it brought over here,” Mr Milroy said. “Five years ago, the building had reached derelict status. Anzac House came to Toora, had a look and basically said it isn’t worth fixing, we suggest you knock it down. “We disagreed with that philosophy, and through a lot of hard work, trash and treasure sales, barbecues and other fundraising efforts, we made enough money to start the renovations.

“We applied for a grant through the Department of Veterans Affairs, to help us with the renovations and that money helped us to put in new toilets, including a disabled cubicle, make a ramp at the entrance of the building, put in split system heating, and a ramp and barbecue area at the side of the building. “We also built a new bar.” The building itself has been entirely re-stumped, re-batoned, re-lined, replastered and re-painted inside and out. RSL internal funding rebuilt the kitchen and replaced all of the appliances. “The building is fully functional now. The final part of the renovations will be replacing the carpet, which we have a grant application in for,” Mr Milroy said. RSL member Sue Harvey said the local community had been really supportive of the RSL. “The locals are great at helping us to raise funds and supporting our sausage sizzles and other activities,” Ms Harvey said. “It shows what a small community can do.” The Toora RSL is the only one in the district to

New life: John Milroy and Sue Harvey at the newly built bar, named after Toora RSL long standing president, John Benton. hold a gunfire breakfast on Anzac Day, which around 100 people attend each year. Two years ago, members of the Maritime Workers Union at Barry Beach attended the dawn service and breakfast and suggested $5 may be too much for some people to spend on the buffet. “They got together, and now donate $500 towards the breakfast each year, so people can enjoy it for free.

It is just wonderful,” Mr Milroy said. “It is another great example of a community working together.” “We would like to see more involvement from the community. “Our new president Pat Hopkins has sent out letters to all members asking for input and suggestions as to how the premises can be utilised better. “Once the renovations are complete, we will also

look to drive up numbers of our social membership. At the moment we have 43 members, who are either service members or affiliates.” Once renovations are complete, the RSL will hold an official opening to mark the significance of bringing the little building back to its deserved best. “It is just a great example of what can be achieved when a community comes together,” Ms Harvey said.

Jim’s days in the force FORMER Leongatha policeman Jim Geary spoke at the June Pleasant Sunday Afternoon at Scots Pioneer Church Mardan South, relating a string of stories about his career as a policeman in Sale and Leongatha. He had to shoot to kill once – when he was called to the racecourse to put down a horse with a broken leg. Traumatic events are rare for civilians but to a policeman, especially one in the country where often one officer might stand between bedlam and the reign of law, they are regular occurrences. Jim was born in Bacchus Marsh and joined the police force in 1949.

Speaker: Leongatha’s Jim Geary spoke about his days as a police officer in the town. With him is Vicky Proteus. He regularly attends the Sunday gatherings at Scots Pioneer Church and is also a member of Lions, Probus and is a foundation

member of the Leongatha Cycling Club. In that capacity, he gave a talk about the Tour de France. Sam Nicita, who lives locally

and hosts a program on Life FM (103.9) on Saturday nights, introduced Jim to the audience. Sam also arranged the musical interludes and the accompaniment to the gospel songs. Jenny McPhee and her mother (both from Korumburra these days) took care, as they have done many a time before, of the scripture readings. The Reverend Alan Dyall presided over the service in his calm and effective way, and at the end reminded people that there were drinks and refreshments in the hall. The next PSA will be held on Sunday, July 29, at 2pm, when Mal Fletcher will give an address entitled The Unshakeable Kingdom. The McGregor Brothers will be providing the music. All are welcome.

Mediation helps - sometimes By Jane Ross

A VICTORY for commonsense. That’s how Cr Ross Smith described the result of extensive consideration of a planning application to develop two dwellings on one lot in Bayview Avenue, Inverloch. Council originally considered the application on November 16 last year, deferring it to enable further mediation between the applicant and submitters. Changes have been made and the application came before the June meeting of councillors. They passed it. But mediation doesn’t always work as the next agenda item showed. Cr Smith said councillors had taken a “very good interest” in the Bayview Avenue matter and

listened to the concerns of neighbours whose scenic views would have been interrupted by the original proposal. He said councillors went to the site to better understand the problems complained of by neighbours. “There has been a lot of mediation.” Council planners have placed a raft of conditions on the development and Cr Smith believes these will ensure people in the vicinity “will get what they’re after”. “The project has local approval as such.” Cr Gareth Barlow concurred, adding the willingness to compromise resulted in better outcomes. “I’ve been pretty crook these past few months and Cr Smith has kept me up to date. I have relied on Cr Smith to share information with me. It really helps to have someone keep you up to date. Thanks.”

Cr Phil Wright said, “It’s so very good we have money allocated in tonight’s budget to work out what neighbourhood character really is. “I hope with tonight’s budget we can resolve this dilemma of neighbourhood character.” According to Cr John Duscher, the next Inverloch planning issue discussed has reached an impasse and he is sure it will end up in VCAT. The applicant wants to extend a shed in Albert Ruttle Drive to store a truck and agricultural contracting equipment. Neighbours aren’t happy, councillors have reservations but passed it on the recommendation of officers because it meets the planning rules. Cr Duscher said he had read the objections, spoken to the applicant and inspected the property. He said there would be significant

improvements through tree plantings and, “I think it’s a fair result. It’s compatible with a rural living area.” Cr Smith said the issue was whether or not the applicant had followed the advice of planners and “each step has been before the planners”. Cr Gareth Barlow said he didn’t support the application. “My observation is gee, what a horrid place to put a shed. It doesn’t sit comfortably with me.” Mayor Cr Veronica Dowman said the application was “a difficult one”. “I’ve sat with residents at extensive meetings and I understood. But I agree with our officers, the shed is within the building envelope and shed use is compatible with a rural living zone.” The application was allowed.

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Stars walk red carpet

Movie stars: Sara Cox, Betty Jones, client and a star in the DVD, Sandra Brown, community support worker and a star in the DVD, and Louise Brydon thoroughly enjoyed the premiere of the Home and Community Care DVD.

By Sarah Vella COMPLETE with movie premiere essentials including popcorn, jaffas and a red carpet for the stars, the South Gippsland Shire Council’s Home and Community Care DVD was launched last Tuesday in style. The eight minute film showcases the services on offer through the council’s Home and Community Care program. Stars of the DVD were invited to view the film for the first time and included clients, primary carers, vol-

unteers, community support workers and council staff. Intake and assessment team leader Sara Cox wrote the script for the film. “What makes the film special is that there are real people in it, doing the things they would do every day,” she said. “The delight and smiles on people’s faces certainly told the story. The DVD is a true representation of South Gippsland Shire Council’s Home and Community Care services, real people in natural settings. “The DVD was funded by the Department of Health and is designed to market our services in an innovative way, which I think we

have done really well. “It is going to be a great way for new clients and their family members to see what we do. “A big thank-you to M t Bl t h proMasterBlaster who duced the DVD and went above and beyond to ensure the production was professional but also very natural and meets our target audience.” Ms Cox said the DVD will be accessible on the council website shortly. “New clients will be given a DVD if they would prefer it to the brochure and the DVD has subtitles for the hearing impaired,” she said. “The DVD will also be distributed to groups such as senior citizens, Probus and health services to ensure our community understands the services we provide.” Louise Brydon, council’s manager of aged and disability services, said the

launch h was a good way to thank the volunteers and staff members who were involved in the making of the film. “It is a new and innovati t introduce i t d h t tive way to what we do to potential clients and their families,” she said. “People are often unaware of the services we offer, or how they can get access to them. “It is all real clients, council staff and volunteers in the movie. That is why it comes across as a real representation of our aged care services. “And we all thoroughly enjoyed making it.” The services on offer as part of the Home and Community Care program are home care, personal care, respite care, meals on wheels, community transport and home maintenance. ► More photos in Social Scene, page 45.

Sewerage tour opens eyes SOUTH Gippsland Water ran a community bus tour as part of the community engagement process for the Poowong, Loch, Nyora Sewerage Scheme recently. Ten people attended, among them South Gippsland Shire Council representatives, to learn about the proposal to construct a lagoon wastewater treatment system at Hill Road, Nyora. The bus tour picked up interested residents in Loch and Nyora, and went via South Gippsland Water’s preferred site at Hill Road to show residents the proposed location of the lagoon wastewater treatment system. The bus then headed to Meeniyan and Waratah Bay, where attendees were given a tour of similar lagoon system wastewater treatment plants. South Gippsland Water has strategically acquired a

preferred site for the location of a wastewater treatment plant near Nyora. Prior to the corporation beginning any construction work, a number of approvals are required. These include a planning scheme amendment with the South Gippsland and Cardinia shire councils (planning approval and re-zoning approval), as well as an Environment Protection Authority (EPA) works approval. These approval processes include public advertisements, an opportunity for submissions and allows for an independent hearings process. South Gippsland Water submitted a formal request to South Gippsland council last week for a planning scheme amendment, which is due to be tabled at the August 22 council meeting, with a public exhibition period following this. South Gippsland Water encourages any interested resident who wishes to learn more about the proposal to call 1300 851 636.

Taking interest: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jennie Deane discusses the proposal with Glen Baldwin, project officer with South Gippsland Water at the Waratah Bay lagoon system wastewater treatment plant.

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Dumbalk people made school memorable COUNTRY people have a reputation for getting the job done and that was the case at the former Dumbalk Primary School.

When the school council wanted a new multi-purpose room in 1984, the Education Department said the enrolment of 64 children only entitled the school to three classrooms. The Star of July 3 that year reported the school council was undeterred and proceeded with its own building project, forming a building and fundraising committee. Volunteers moved a portable classroom with tractors and prepared the site for a new building, and soon the department came on board with funding assistance. Willing helpers undertook flooring, path work and lining, and construction was performed by a builder. The room was made available for community use. Over the years, the school community also paid for shelter sheds, play equipment, a tennis and netball court, and football ground. Neighbours, the Heppell brothers, loaned an area of land to make the playing area larger. A time capsule was laid, along with named pavers, and a bike shed constructed, together with a hot house and garden. The garden was recognised as the best school garden in Victoria The area’s mobile library was located at the school for several years. Among the famous students to attend the school was Merv Lincoln, who attended in the 1940s and together with John Landy and Herb Elliott, he was among the first people in the world to break the four minute mile. The school’s closure began in 2005, when students in grades 5 and 6 moved to the Meeniyan campus of Tarwin Valley Primary School, as the two schools were then known. The Dumbalk campus closed in 2006 and students were dispersed between the Meeniyan school and schools at Leongatha and Mirboo North. Many families moved away from the town, and the town’s economy and society was impacted. Later, the kindergarten closed.

Back then: the Grade 2-3 class of Dumbalk Primary School in 1990. Front row: Brianna Robb, Russell Parke, Darren Pocklington, Elysia Robb, Grenville Wise, Mathew Hosking and Lauren Heppell. Second row: Laura Payne, Kim Koetsveld, Brendan Opray, Leanne Smith, Adam Truscio, Adine Robb, Louise Heppell and Janelle Spencer. Back: Perrin Trease, Melissa Dyke, Hayden Spencer, Joelean Robins, Gary Pocklington and Claire Thorson. Class teachers: Andrea Panosh, Leonie Mulvaney and Philip Beggs. Principal: Paula Turnbull. The school site will now be auctioned, on Friday, July 27 at 1pm. Dumbalk’s first school was built on Kirby’s farm along Sweeney’s Lane in 1901, led by head teacher Miss Askew. A bushfire claimed the school in 1905 and the school later re-opened in the original home of Mrs B. McKitterick. Two years later, a

school was built on land donated by H. Pearson on the corner of Daniel’s road. This school – then known as Nerrena East - was burnt down in the holidays in 1936. Children took lessons in the Dumbalk Hall for 18 months until the school building was moved from Jumbunna. The school was known as Dumbalk school

CPI and budget are not related By Jane Ross BASS Coast Shire Council director of corporate services Danny Luna has debunked the notion that rates should rise in line with the Consumer Price index (CPI). In his budget report to council in June, Mr Luna said there is often an expectation in the community that rates and charges should be pegged to CPI. According to Mr Luna, CPI measures price movements in a standard basket of services that reflect household spending patterns. He said the change in the CPI for the past 12 months was 1.6 per cent. To illustrate his point, Mr Luna included a table of these items and their percentage

shift, such as alcohol and tobacco 3.5 per cent, housing 3.4 per cent, health 4.2, transport 2.5, education six per cent, furnishings 0.7 per cent, food and non-alcoholic beverages -2.5 per cent, clothing and footwear 1.5, recreation and culture -0.9, communication 1.6 and insurance and financial services four per cent. “The types of expenditure that council must meet in providing the range of services and facilities are very different …. and for this reason it is difficult to make a direct comparison in council’s cost increases to movements in the CPI.” Mr Luna explained council expenditure includes employee costs, payments to contractors and materials, utilities, insurances, fuel, road making materials, plant and equipment.

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Water plan input wanted SOUTHERN Rural Water is asking landowners across southern Victoria for their feedback on its draft five year plan. The corporation has mailed a short version of the draft plan to all of its customers in the region, outlining proposed price changes, service standards, and projects for the years 2013-2018. It has been developed in close consultation with the Southern Groundwater and Rivers customer committee and other stakeholders. The plan clearly spells out that Southern Rural Water is trying to maintain and improve service whilst keeping price rises as low as possible. “The price rise proposed for our groundwater and rivers customers is inflation only,” managing director Clinton Rodda said. “One reason the rise is so low is that we are constantly looking at ways that we could be doing things smarter right across the organisation.” Clinton said the plan outlines a

number of projects, including improving meters, implementing actions from the Gippsland and Western Sustainable Water Strategies, and helping to make water trading easier. Customers have until August 31 to provide feedback on the draft plan before it is finalised and submitted to the Essential Services Commission for approval. “We encourage customers to provide feedback on the draft, as Water Plan 3 will dictate their prices and services for the next five years. This is a chance for you to influence prices and service levels offered by Southern Rural Water.” Customers can provide feedback by filling out the reply paid card they received in the mail, or by contacting Southern Rural Water directly on 1300 139 510. The full version of the plan is available online at srw.com.au, or can be mailed out on request. Explanations of Southern Rural Water’s draft Water Plan 3 are also available on YouTube.

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Clinic’s long link with families DR Lesley Chisholm’s particular medical interests are listed as women’s health and counselling. But in the 22 years she has been at Leongatha Healthcare, her patients have aged with her. “I’m now doing aged care too!” she laughed. That long-standing link with local people and their families is one aspect of her work that Lesley finds most appealing. She is now attending to the health needs of the children of the children she used to see when she first started. “It’s a lovely thing, I love it.” When she and her doctor husband Hugh first came to Leongatha, they were the juniors in the practice. They are now the seniors. Over the years, Lesley said she has developed rapport with many of her patients and that’s an

integral part of her work. “Having longevity of relating to the same patient means there’s a lot that doesn’t need to be said (when they come in) because I already know their history. “Just knowing the family of origin and the dynamics going on in their lives is unique. “We love this community; our kids went to school here.” Which all ties in with the practice logo: Caring Across Generations. Lesley spoke to The Star as part of Family Doctor Week, which highlights the role played by GPs. They’re like an extended family themselves at Leongatha Healthcare. With doctors, nurses and admin staff, 47 people work at the clinic which has three outlets – two in Leongatha and one in Inverloch. “We have a wonderful team,” said practice

manager Judy Robb, who, according to Lesley, keeps everything running smoothly. That’s no small task. So far this year, Leongatha Healthcare has seen 29,327 patients, its doctors were on call for emergencies over 4560 hours, they’ve delivered more than 100 babies and provided anaesthetic services for visiting surgeons at 72 theatre sessions at Leongatha Memorial Hospital. In 2011, 56,248 patients were seen by clinic doctors and nurses – that’s around 1100 a week. Reception staff handled up to 80,000 phone calls – that’s about 1500 a week and doctors delivered 217 babies. There are specialised clinics including for youth, risk assessments for diabetes and heart disease

and a kids’ clinic where reception staff revel in sitting on the floor with young patients playing and colouring in. A quick clinic for those needing new prescriptions or similar, helps maintain the steady flow of patients. Lesley said she’s well aware of the frustration of having to wait to see a doctor. But that’s the nature of the job. Some people need more time or their case is more complicated. She wishes it were different because it’s stressful for doctors too. The practice has just been accredited for another three years – an exhausting process that runs a microscope over every aspect. “We got a really good report,” Lesley said. “They told us this is the largest practice they’ve done!”

Just checking: Dr Lesley Chisholm tests Judy Robb’s blood pressure. Judy is the practice manager at Leongatha Healthcare.

Celebrating family doctors THIS week is Family Doctor Week, the AMA’s annual celebration of the hard work and dedication of the nation’s family doctors

– the GPs who serve local communities in the cities, the suburbs, rural centres, country towns, and remote areas of Australia.

Having a trusted family doctor is good for your health. People who have an ongoing relationship with a family doctor are shown to have better health outcomes.

Family Doctor Week highlights the role played by general practitioners (GPs), also known as family doctors, in delivering high quality health care in local communities all around Australia. This year, Family Doctor Week runs from Monday, July 16 to Sunday, July 22. The theme encapsulates family doctor’s abil-

ity to provide skilled care for patients at every phase of life. Family Doctor Week aims to highlight the vital role played by local family doctors in delivering high quality health care and in keeping Australians healthy. It is also an important reminder to the community of the importance of having a family doctor.

Vital roles of family doctors: Family Doctor Week celebrates the work of doctors such as Dr Hla Hla Wai (with patient) from South Gippsland Family Medicine in Wonthaggi.

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Travelling with paints THERE are many places we wish we could go and Amber Betts does so by painting them.

First class: Greg Challis and Gary Deering of Westaway Ford with the limited edition FG G6 EcoBoost. They will be only too pleased to show you all the benefits of the new EcoBoost Falcon.

New Ford out now THE new Falcon EcoBoost Smart Engine technology is gaining positive press among the motoring media. The media have been surprised by the technology meeting their expectations for six cylinder performance while providing outstanding fuel economy. Here are a few more media reactions: “I’d have this ahead of the Holden Commodore 3.0 litre V6 any day” – Phil King, The Weekend Australian; “Overall, we were suitably impressed with the EcoBoost Falcon, which might just put to pasture the old idea that there is no replacement for displacement” –

Mike Costello, www.GoAuto.com.au “The EcoBoost four-cylinder at least gives Ford dealers some bragging rights in terms of economy over rival cars”- Paul Glover, www.carsGuide.com.au “During the first test drive, Drive found even sixcylinder diehards will have to admit the response from the Falcon EcoBoost will suffice for most people”- www. drive.com.au Falcon also continues to impress with numerous motoring awards. Come and see the new Falcon for yourself. Call in and book a test drive. You will be more than impressed.

Mechanics’ institute celebrates centenary

THIS year marks the centenary of the beautiful Leongatha Mechanics’ Institute.

The building consists of two large rooms, a hallway and a billiard room. The construction materials are unique. The exterior walls are concrete bricks with the interior walls being made of Tarwin River reeds and plaster. All the ceilings are pressed metal and each has their own unique designs. The front room windows are stained glass. The huge billiard room functioned independently until 1982. The library was in the front room and offices were in the other room. When a new library was constructed, the entire building became the home of the Leongatha Historical Society in August 1983. This building is the second mechanics’ institute in Leongatha. The original building was located next door on the site of the Memorial Hall and was opened in 1891. In 1895 a magic lantern show was held in the original hall with the main subject being the Sudan War. To celebrate the centenary, society president

John Hyett, a collector of magic lantern slides, will present a Magic Lantern Show. John has been able to acquire some slides of the Sudan War and they will form part of the show. The rest of the program will be drawn from his vast collection of children’s stories, travel slides and some of those very politically incorrect cartoons of long ago. The celebration Magic Lantern Show will be held in Meeting Room One at Leongatha Memorial Hall on Saturday, August 4. See the advertisement and contact the Leongatha Historical Society for further information.

Stepping in to the past: a slide from a magic lantern show.

Back then: the Leongatha Mechanics’ Institute in 1912.

Amber is a self taught artist and is holding her first exhibition over the next two weeks at the Mushroom Craft Gallery in Leongatha. She is a young adult from Yooralla First Base in Leongatha. The keen young artist has recently undergone formal art classes with Marilyn Ardley and keeps on excelling. A number of Amber’s paintings focus on landmarks around Melbourne, including Flinders Street Station and Luna Park. One of her paintings of Federation Square has been bought and is now in the Federation Square collection. Animals, landscapes, flowers and people make up the rest of the exhibition title Wish List. Get down to the Mushroom Craft Gallery in Leongatha before July 27 and see some great work by a fantastic young artist.

Wish list: Amber Betts is holding her exhibition Wish List at the Mushroom Craft Gallery in Leongatha.

Mayor’s message Cr Mohya Davies

OUR council slogan, ‘Come for the beauty, stay for the lifestyle,’ is very accurate when describing the reasons why people currently live in, or relocate to South Gippsland. This attraction is even more understandable for those of us heading towards retirement. Steady growth in this area may see our over 60s population grow from 25 per cent currently to 39 per cent in 2031. This will place an increased demand on council’s aged care services and infrastructure. Council has been busily identifying the future impacts and demands on council services this demographic growth will have. We are commencing preparations for this through: • the release of Council’s Active Ageing Plan 2012-2016 for public exhibition; • the Home and Community Care (HACC) information DVD; and • delivery of Transport Connections forums. The HACC DVD is a great initiative, introducing the types of services and impacts eligible residents may expect to receive. It is normal for some of our senior citizens and their families to feel anxious about the programs. We hope that the production of this DVD will give people the confidence to consider themselves or a loved one to utilise the services available. Such services do create important links for people, who could otherwise become quite isolated within our community, and allow them to retain a sense of independence. Having the appropriate public transport available now and into the future is a challenge many rural areas face. More than 70 people learned what transport services are available within their local area by attending the Transport Connections forums held through the shire last week. Of particular concern and interest to senior members of the audience were transport access to townships from remote areas, access to medical appointments and specialist services to Melbourne and the Latrobe Valley, as well as the discussion regarding standards of disabled transport vehicles. All of which was important feedback. These programs also provide timely reminders for us to plan ahead and appropriately prepare for living the life we choose in our senior years. If possible, lifestyle decisions should not be left to the last minute. Making informed choices and planning ahead are crucial so that issues such as social isolation and dependence on carer assistance are effectively managed. It is common throughout Australia to see local government authorities in the process of developing strategies to plan for the growth in our ageing population and the accompanying service requirements councils need to provide. South Gippsland is not alone in this case. I encourage members of the community to provide feedback on the Council Active Ageing Plan which is currently available from council’s website. Details of locations where you can pick up a copy to read and where to make a submission are also available in the Council Noticeboard section of the local paper. Cr Mohya Davies, deputy mayor.

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Learning, play come together LEONGATHA Children’s Centre prides itself on being a community based early years learning centre and provides childcare, three-year-old preschool, four-year-old kindergarten and after school programs. There is also a maternal health clinic, all under the same roof. Leanne Larkin, an educator at the centre, said they provide a safe and comfortable environment where children are accepted for their uniqueness. “Our main role is to nurture and educate children and their families, through developing trust, security and loveable relationships,” she said. “At Leongatha Children’s Centre, we develop staff professional practice via reflection and partnerships where we work collaboratively, sharing information. “We can then plan a holistic approach to children’s learning and development with regular ongoing training.” Ms Larkin said learning is an active process that must involve children’s engagement. Play is essential to stimulate and integrate a wide range of children’s intellectual, physical, social and creative abilities. “Children’s learning and development is advanced when they experience interactions with highly effective early childhood professionals,” she said. “Children learn at different rates, ways and times. Development is not always easy or straight forward. We aim to promote all children within our centre to feel a sense of belonging. “They should see themselves as constructive contributors to the community, as valued and as unique. “Children learn through play and exploration. Our objectives for our children link through the early years learning framework and the framework for school age care in Australia.” The Leongatha Children’s Centre completes ongoing observations on all of their children in care and from those observations they provide a flexible learning program within each room.

“Within this program, we provide opportunities for all of our children to learn, further extend and develop skills. From our observations and parent survey and feedback forms, we set each child short and long term goals,” Ms Larkin said. “After further observations, we use the information gathered to provide our parents with an evaluation. “Each room leader or educator has their own way of collecting information and providing it to the families, such as individual portfolios, reflection folders, transition statements and evaluations, parent teacher interviews and so on.”

Play time: Eamon takes some time out to play with some cars.

Cabbage patch kids: Eamon, Ayla, Aydan, Chloe and Sophie are keen to see the vegetables in their garden grow.

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Meeniyan Preschool ticks all boxes MEENIYAN Preschool is a modern, purpose built facility offering a lovely environment that aims to encourage learning and cater for the children’s interests. A variety of areas are always set up to stimulate different play, including a reading corner, puzzles and a range of craft activities to encourage different skills. The children can enjoy a great outdoor play area with an enchanted fairy garden, pretty flower beds and a productive vegetable patch. The water course and rock pools stimulate some wonderful imaginative play. Recently the preschool has added a completely new range of wooden blocks, puzzles and an indoor cubby

house to the play choices. Story time is always a favourite and there is a great range of books available for the children to borrow and take home to encourage their love of reading. The preschool offers three-year-old playtime as well as a four-year-old preschool program and places are filling fast for 2013. Meeniyan Preschool is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest in their three-year-old and fouryear-old programs for 2013. The enrolment process begins in August, so visit the preschool on Whitelaw Street in Meeniyan, or contact Janine Harrison-Hewitt on 5664 7316.

Great fun: children play on the watercourse at Meeniyan Preschool.

Above Creative minds: the Meeniyan Preschool offers a range of activities, to stimulate creativity and imagination.

Kids do surprise BY AGES three to four, children are starting to socialise.

They like familiar adults nearby for security but enjoy friendships with other children. Three-year-olds are starting to manage their emotions but may still fall apart under stress. Kids are now more co-ordinated and enjoy running and climbing. They may be able to ride a tricycle and catch a large ball. Children of this age typically speak well and like to talk about their own interests. At four to five-years-old, kids like structure and routine to avoid feeling overwhelmed. They ask lots of questions to learn and become quite physical, even showing a preference for being right-handed or lefthanded, and tend to like silly jokes and ‘rude’ words. Information courtesy Raising Children Network.

Right Story time: children at the Meeniyan Preschool enjoy their daily story time sessions, aimed at encouraging a love of reading.

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Archies cleared out

By Simone Short

A FEW months ago, anyone would have assumed the cars parked end-to-end down the entire length of Archies Creek Road was a sign of a grand wedding at the nearby Archies on the Creek.

The smell of a sausage sizzle drifting from the front yard would have only fooled you further. While the cars were a signal something big was happening at the venue, the event was quite the opposite of the norm. Hundreds of people, both locals and visitors, flocked to the former restaurant last Wednesday morning for a massive auction of goods. In fact, massive was not quite the word to describe this event – as auctioneer Tom Lockwood from Lockwood’s Auctioneers and Valuers announced to the bustling crowd,

“We’re here to sell everything”. “To say this auction as evolved is a huge understatement,” he said. Everything included big ticket items such as a baby grand piano previously featured in one of the venue’s function rooms, which sold for around $6500, to single kitchen utensils. While almost 500 items were listed in the auction brochure, many were available to buy in excess; if you were in the market for 599 white China dinner plates, Archies on the Creek was the place to be. Mr Lockwood informed the bidders some items would not be available, with a seemingly last minute decision made to not close the entire Archies on the Creek venue. “We apologise that some items have been taken out of the catalogue; they will be re-opening the sports bar,” he said. And this was apparent on the day. While the majority of the rooms including the kitchen and office were

Everything must go: the smallest of items were auctioned off at Archies on the Creek last Wednesday morning, including buckets of kitchen utensils.

open to the public, the blinds to the sports bar were pulled down and a ‘No Entry’ sign guarded the main entrance. With the initial auction lasting for up to five hours, followed by another auction of former work vehicles, the bidding was quick and final. “It’s a bargain basement day today,” Mr Lockwood said, adding the goods were less than three-yearsold. “I expect to have some happy people by this afternoon. This is an excellent opportunity to buy some very good stuff.” Many buyers were in the hospitality industry themselves, looking for a bargain to add to their own kitchens, however one bidder commented a lot of the equipment was selling for outrageously high prices. “A lot of it was selling for more than what you’d pay brand new,” they said.

Country comforts at Clancy’s Corner CLANCY’S Corner is an outstanding 25 acre rural lifestyle property that has everything you could wish for in country living.

Home designs with more than meets the eye THERE is more than meets the eye with Hotondo Homes’ floor plans. Each floor plan is completely flexible and can be reversed, extended or changed to suit individual requirements. This can include adapting the floor plan to suit a sloping or narrow block of land, changing the size of rooms, or even using the floor plan as a starting point to create your dream home. With over 90 floor plans to choose from, all of which are flexible and can be modified, there is sure to be a home perfect for your individual lifestyle needs and requirements. To make it easier for you, Hotondo home designs are broken into different categories, including coastal designer homes, family-friendly homes, dream starter homes and investor homes. Choosing a home design to suit you can seem overwhelming, which is why there are staff in Inverloch who are able

to sit down with you and discuss what you are after, and find a home exactly to suit. Father and son team, Don and Trent Allen own the Hotondo Homes franchise in the Inverloch and Leongatha areas, and have a great team of staff who are able to help you find and design your dream home. They are also able to meet you on your block of land to assess whether your dream home will suit, and even provide you with an obligation free estimate on the total price of your home. Some really popular home designs in the local areas include the two storey Arizona and Beachview, plus the single storey Dakota and Claremont. There are plenty of reasons why people modify designs, and Hotondo Homes has the flexibility to do so. You can contact Don and Trent Allen by calling 5674 3058, or visit their office located at 2 Ramsey Boulevard, Inverloch.

A fully renovated home, views as far as the ocean, excellent useable undulating land with dams and trees. All this is only six kilometres from Korumburra. A drive up the tree lined driveway brings you to this great county home and as soon as you step out of the car you can look to the south at the breathtaking view as far as Bass Strait. The exceptionally well done renovation includes a bay window at the dining area and Jarrah timber floors. The kitchen is modern with all electric appliances plus a huge walk-in pantry, the dining and living area is very light and spacious. Heating is via a wood heater or an electric split cycle heat/cool system. There are three large bedrooms and an extralarge bathroom that includes a spa. A large laundry and two toilets complete conveniences. Outdoors is a big deck and an under room area is also there for those rainy days.

Shedding is by way of a 20’ x 20’ lockup shed with power, and there is a renovated old dairy which can be used as anything; studio, workshop, arts and crafts, entertaining plus more. Clancy’s Corner has 25 acres of outstanding gently undulating land which would be ideal for any small agricultural interests; horse, cattle, sheep, alpacas, orchards and more. There are three dams (two large) which provide ample water. Many trees are scattered or planted in shelter plantations, giving the block excellent appeal. Surrounding the home is a lovely garden setting

KORUMBURRA Location: 375 Clancy’s Road Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Car spaces: 2 Internet ID: 4354897 Land size: 25 acres Price: $645,000 Agent: Elders Contact: Don Olden on 0417 805

which includes fruit trees and a chicken run. The house area is also set well away from the road giving you that private feel of country living. Clancy’s Corner presents a rare opportunity to purchase a truly quality lifestyle property. Enquiries can be made through Elders agents Don Olden on 0417 805 312 and Zel Svenson on 0438 636 290.

Understanding teenagers Inverloch CWA DO YOU have difficulty working out teenagers? Psychologist Terry Guilford will present solutions at forums in Mirboo North. Find out positive ways to communicate better, deal with changes, moodiness, defiance, anger and loss of self esteem with your teenager or pre-teen. Understanding Teenage Girls will be held on Wednesday, August 15 from 7 to 9pm.

Adolescence is a particularly difficult time for girls. Learn about their developmental milestones, typical behaviours and how to handle them in a calm, rational and effective way. Also covered will be suggestions of understanding and communicating with daughters at a time when they may be most challenging or troubled. Understanding Teen-

age Boys will be held on Wednesday, August 22 from 7 to 9pm. Understanding a boy while he changes into a man can be challenging. He may be quiet, moody or uncommunicative. Relax! It’s normal. The forum will talk about changing behaviours, the role of the father and mentors, aggression and ‘rights of passage’. The forum will also

cover problem signs to watch out for, such as depression, risk taking and self harm behaviours. Both forums will be held at Mirboo North Community Shed, 38 Burchell Lane. The forums are free, finger food is available, along with transport and childcare. Bookings are essential. Call South Coast Primary Care Partnership on 5674 0900.

DOROTHY Riddiford opened the meeting with the national anthem followed by the Collect. We had to bring along a garden statue; Joyce brought a penguin, Wendy a statue of three birds, Thelma a man sitting in a pond with a bottle of beer, and Dorothy brought a light that is charged by the sun and lights up at night. We were also to wear something bright. Sybil out did us all as she wore striped long johns with matching top. We were saddened by the death of our dear Lorraine Bruhn. She will be sadly missed. Inverloch branch went to Ruby Hall for our Performing Art Day in June where Pat, Thelma, Marj, Dorothy and Joyce sang My Favorite Things in our own ver-

sion. We came third. Pat also did a poem and a skit and we all had fun, even though it was a bit cold and wet. Joyce Ingle told us more about Cambodia. The country has an area of 181.035 square kilometres and 443 kilometres of coastline. Cambodia’s landscape is characterised by low lying central plains. The densely populated plain which is devoted to wet rice cultivation is the heart land of Cambodia. Birthday girl was Heather Owen. Best blooms were: first, Dorothy Riddiford and second, Marj White. We finished our meeting followed by a nice afternoon tea.

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Opportunity of a lifetime For the first time in 50 years, this impressive Jeffrey Street property is going under the hammer through Stockdale and Leggo in conjunction with Alex Scott and Staff in Leongatha. See page 34 for details.

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HIS classic Jeffrey Street property is the house that everyone asks it k about; b i is i up for f auction for the first time in over 50 years and is sure to appeal to a myriad of buyers. The Edwardian facade, combined with some stately trees, creates a welcoming first impression and sets the tone for the remainder of the property. The eye-catching period features dominate the home and include four generous sized bedrooms, large bay windows, wide central hallway, 11ft ceilings and decorative cornices. Families will appreciate the choice of two bathrooms, one with separate bath

and shower plus a large formal living area and second family room, handy to the kitchen and meals area. area The kitchen contains electric cooking, dishwasher and breakfast bar with potential for expansion if required. Ducted natural gas central heating and a reverse cycle air conditioner serve the heating and cooling needs of the home. An elevated deck overlooks the in ground pool with pool house, and the huge 2032m2 block, complete with sought after rear lane access and ample room for shedding. A most impressive property in a highly sought after location; central to schools, the main street and the Catholic Church.

LEONGATHA Location: 25 Jeffrey Street Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 2 Internet ID: 261622 Auction: September 1 at 12pm on-site Land size: 2032m2 Agent: Stockdale and Leggo, Leongatha in conjunction with Alex Scott and Staff, Leongatha Contact: 56625800 or 56620922

Complete makeover

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TYLISHLY refurbished and full of warmth, this three bedroom home would make a great first home or investment property. A sparkling new dine-in kitchen opens into the spacious lightfilled lounge. Also included are a brand new reverse cycle air conditioner, wood heater, brand new floor coverings and drapes. There is a large rear deck which would make a great entertaining area, easy to care for landscaped garden and extra high carport. Everything has been done, from top to bottom, just move in to this central location, close to all schools, transport and the main shopping precinct. This home is open for inspection on Saturday, July 21 from 10am to 10.30am. Please contact Barry on 0418 515 666 or Glenys on 0408 515 665.

LEONGATHA Location: 14 Owen Street Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Car spaces: 2 Internet ID: lg 3011 Price: $298,000 Agent: SEJ Real Estate Contact: Glenys Foster on 0408 515 665 or 5662 4033

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They don’t come any neater

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EAUTIFULLY presented brick veneer home is set on a generous 1188m2 block overlooking a nature reserve.

The home boasts two large living areas, both with reverse cycle air conditioning, with a sliding glass door opening onto a deck from the lounge. A master bedroom overlooks the big backyard, which also has a walk-in robe leading to a hidden en suite. The second bathroom services the

front bedrooms which both have built-in robes. The double garage has remote roller doors and direct access through to the laundry, which is great for muddy boots. For the dog or cat lovers, there is a small enclosed yard purposely designed to keep them in. Only seven years young and the back yard is huge, with a gentle slope to a large reserve, ideal for young families or for those looking for space for a substantial garden or vegie patch.

LEONGATHA Location: 5 Eden Crescent Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 2 Internet ID: 262263 Land size: 1188m2 Price: $359,000 Agent: Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha Contact: 5662 5800

Don’t miss out on Shinglers Ridge I

F YOU were ever thinking of buying a block in Leongatha to build on, you had better get in now.

Shinglers Ridge Leongatha has 22 blocks left out of 81 and

the price of land in Leongatha is set to rise. Shinglers Ridge Estate offers a variety of blocks, all with a north facing aspect. The estate is designed with three court bowls with no through

roads, and therefore slow moving traffic. There is a central park and open grass area for the kids to play or to run your pets. There are still a few blocks left at $103,000 with the balance averaging out around $109,000. Shinglers Ridge is situated off Shingler Street, which is the first right hand turn coming from Melbourne on the South Gippsland Highway. Leongatha is a great place to call home, offering great schools, two major supermarkets, indoor heated swimming pool, golf club, tennis courts, multipurpose basketball stadium, a four stadium cinema, cafés, shopping galore and much more. Call Andrew Newton at Alex Scott and Staff in Leongatha today on 0402 940 320 or 5662 0922 for more information on Shinglers Ridge.

Registration of interest Lifestyle lots in Meeniyan T

hese perfect parcels of “lifestyle land”, each of one hectare (2.5ac) approx, are set amongst other hobby farms and smaller rural holdings, and are nearing readiness to design and construct the country home of your desire. Positioned in one of South Gippsland’s most desirable small towns - Meeniyan - the vital community has a heart for art and a mind for music, has the Great Southern Rail Trail at its centre (ride, walk or jog to Koonwarra, Leongatha or Fish Creek), a variety of accommodation, both quaint and quality shopping options, and cafés and eateries to be envied. Zoned Rural Living, each allotment has power provided, essential protective covenants, fenced

side and rear boundaries, very gentle fall, and outlooks across other quality properties and the valleys and rolling hills beyond. Titles are about to be released, so register your interest early to secure your lifestyle choice.

MEENIYAN Location: Lots 1, 2 & 3 Martins Road Lot 1 1.08 hectares; Lot 2 1.02 hectares; Lot 3 1.04 hectares Price: $195,000 - $220,000 Agent: First National Prom Country Contact: Allen Bartlett on 0417 274 624

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The ultimate beach T shack HIS lovely, original, solid beach shack, which has been in the one family for 50 years, is located next to a walkway that leads straight across to the surf beach.

Lohr Avenue is a very popular holiday location and this one bedroom home would be perfect to buy now and renovate at a later date. A single lockup garage is perfect to store the surf boards. The block size is approximately 685 square metres. Don’t hesitate - now is the time to negotiate. Please call us for an inspection.

INVERLOCH Location: 82 Lohr Avenue Bedrooms: 1 Bathroom: 1 Land size: 682sqm Price: $485,000 Agent: Alex Scott and Staff, Inverloch Contact: 5674 1111

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HEN your desire is for lots of space, this beautifully presented and maintained family home will satisfy. Set to appreciate stunning outlooks, both of hills and pastures, and manicured garden surrounds, it is set atop a fertile and accessible four acres, ideal for horses or farm animals. With enough big rooms to satisfy the variety of

uses that today’s modern family demands, this unusually expansive home comprises a spacious lounge with sunny northern aspects, a massive four square rumpus room (a snooker table would have space to spare), plus a generous family room with wood fired heater. In addition, a generous hostess kitchen, updated with new bench tops and stainless steel appliances including a five-burner

hotplate, is the absolute centre of all the living spaces, and overlooks a big meals area with room for an extended dining table. Four bedrooms (two are king-sized) and two bathrooms (one is fully and beautifully renovated), huge laundry and sheltered enclosed rear porch area complete the under-roofline spaces. Quality inclusions throughout include expanses of gleaming tiles, new carpets to most areas, tailor-made window furnishings, and split system air conditioners. Meticulously maintained inside and out, the

property has new fencing, a plus-sized double garage with internal workshop, concrete driveway, and ample water tank storage. Additional water is available to the property, for stock purposes, from a spring fed dam on the neighbouring farm. Away from highway noise, positioned roughly half way between Leongatha and Mirboo North, offering a choice of schools and work from both areas, it is commutable to both the Latrobe Valley and Wonthaggi. The kids and the inlaws will be happy with this getaway: it has all the comforts of home.

BERRYS CREEK Location: 330 Mt Vernon Road Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Car spaces: 2 Price: $385,000 - $415,000 Agent: First National Prom Country Contact: Allen Bartlett on 0417 274 624

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‘The Elms’

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OU would look a long time to find a home of approximately 29sq that is not only set on 3.5 acres, but also has its own vineyard, beautifully landscaped gardens and is right on the edge of town.

Look no further than 7 Davis Court Leongatha. First impressions upon entering via the circular driveway are quality, style and a beautiful environment. Inside the home, there are elements that have been cleverly incorporated into the design. A large, comfortable lounge room is concealed from the entrance hall by an interesting feature wall, complete with cut-out voids. It extends the height of 14ft ceilings (semi cathedral ceilings) in the lounge. The main bedroom is also at this end of the house, with access to outside through glass sliding doors. The main bedroom opens to the 8.2 metre in-ground solar heated pool (ideal for an inviting early morning swim). A separate toilet adjoins the main bedroom en suite. Built-in

wardrobes to the main bedroom are mirrored and spacious, as are those in the rest of the bedrooms. A short distance down the passage way, is a cleverly designed and welcoming open plan living space. (All living areas in the home are north facing, bright and sunlit.) The timber kitchen features quality appliances including a double -sized Smeg gas stove. The central meals area is a bright and comfortable space. While heavy traffic and wet areas are tiled in large neutral coloured ceramic tiles, the family- room lounge area, the formal lounge and the bedrooms are carpeted. The home is warmed by split-system heating in the family room, and a cosy open fire in the formal lounge. Practically all rooms in the house look out onto gorgeous garden vistas, some of which are beautiful garden courtyards built into the design of the home. Bedrooms two, three and four are all of a generous size and have plenty of built-in storage space (bedroom four with a built-in shelving and desk top.) The fifth bedroom is currently used as an office.

Two bedrooms located to one end of the home have been designed to possibly cater for B&B guests. (STCA) An interconnecting tiled area large enough for a table and chairs plus a stunning spa room provide luxurious guest accommodation. Once again green, garden courtyard outlooks give a private and relaxing feel to the home. Another family bathroom caters for the rest of the house. A separate brick studio is connected to the main house via a fully covered patio/entertaining area which also adjoins the in-ground pool. This could be used for a multitude of purposes. Three kilowatt solar panels, tank and town water service the house. From the entrance, with its gum-lined road edge, past the 12 80-year-old elm trees and amongst the garden beds, an extensive mixture of natives, deciduous, oriental and drought tolerant plants can be found. An ‘open paddock’ area, an orchard with over 30 fruit trees, vegie patch and a small one acre vineyard complete the amazing array of trees and plants on the property. The vines have produced up to 1500 bottles of wine of

LEONGATHA Location: 7 Davis Street Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Car spaces: 2 Internet ID: 111 008 123 Land size: 3.5 acres (approx.) Price: $785,000 Agent: Insight Real Estate, 5662 2220 Contact: Lindsay Powney or Robyn Powney on 0428 515 103

red wine in a year (pinot noir, Shiraz and cab merlot grapes.) Two 23,000 litre tanks provide ample irrigation water for the gardens and vineyard. For wine storage, a secure temperature controlled wine cellar has even been built. Two other sheds cater well for storage, including one large enough to house a caravan. Finally, several external settings cater for a variety of activities: an undercover area close to the pool, a rotunda with a huge pizza oven, and other garden settings. This truly remarkable property needs to be seen to be appreciated.

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★★★★★★★★ ★★★★★★★★ ARIES - March 21 - April 20

Small financial gains can offset unexpected household expenses. Try to tie up loose ends in partnership arrangements - even if it means overtime. Don’t be modest about advertising your strengths. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

Your interest in psychic or philosophical areas is expanding, but don’t experiment prematurely. A social event accents glamour and puts you in the spotlight. Legal matters become less complex. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

Your partner is generous but demanding. Your workplace cheers up - perhaps a rival or sullen colleague is transferred. A volunteer assignment helps you learn a little more about yourself. CANCER - June 22 - July 22

On the weekend the accent is on reunions, local travel and much discovery. The weekend also has you seeing everyone’s point of view and you are at your decision making best. LEO - July 23 - August 22

Expand your horizons by signing up for instruction or mingling with intelligent people or cultural groups. Guarantees should be iron clad. You may be asked to return old favours. VIRGO - August 23 - September 22

Emotions run deep and debates can get heated during this intense week. Watch out not to over-extend yourself in a fitness event. A long-lasting platonic friendship may be launched now. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22

Your inventive spirit peaks. Go to the top with your bright ideas. Your partner may need more time and more space to deal with a personal matter. A family situation becomes less costly. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

Cutting through red tape is the week’s enterprise. The home environment becomes peaceful again on the weekend. A friend from the past may be interested in rebuilding a relationship. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

Your creative talents bring fame which may lead, eventually, to fortune. Romantic advice comes from a young friend. Taking care of the finest detail is critical in a career project. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

Precaution is the week’s byword. Check safety devices, sign up for a physical and don’t be too quick to endorse any documents or contracts. An intellectual relationship is accented. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

The focus is on appearance. The time may be right to change your image and expand your wardrobe. Maintain your independent stance - it may advance you in educational and romantic areas. PISCES - February 20 - March 20

You and a new friend exchange ideas and introduce each other to new areas of interest. It’s an intellectual and creative week and also one that favours bargain hunting and solving mysteries. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

Your interests are varied, your energy level inspiring and your enthusiasm contagious. Sometimes you tackle a little more than you can handle. Although monetary cutbacks are indicated, a travel dream may turn into reality.

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8334

Church Times ANGLICAN: Wednesday, July 18: 9.30am Woorayl Lodge HC; 10.15am Koorooman House HC; 11am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC. Friday, July 20: 7.30pm St David’s, Meeniyan HC. Sunday, July 22: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Family Service; 10.30am Union Church, Tarwin Lower MP. ST MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Mirboo North. Phone 5668 1346. Holy Communion 8.30am: Worship and Sunday School 10am. ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Korumburra: Sunday 9.30am and Wednesday 11.30am. Poowong: Second and fourth Sundays, 11am. ST GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi. Sunday, 9.30am Eucharist, 11am Family Service, Wednesday 10am Eucharist. Anglican Church of the Ascension: The Crescent, Inverloch. Sunday 9am Eucharist, Tuesday 10am Eucharist. For details of Community Meal, Youth Group, Bible Studies & Kids Club, contact Rev. Graeme Peters 5672 4590 or visit www. basscoastanglican.org.au AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN CHURCHES (AOG): Prom Coast Community Church Inc. - Foster Community House, Station Street, 10am: Sunday. Sunday School and Creche operates. Pastor Bill Watson 5686 2248. A.O.G. Inverloch - Cnr Bear and McIntosh Street, Inverloch. Sunday Service 10am; Imagine Christmas Day Service 9am. Contact: Jeff Robertson, 0418 125 832 or Imagine Burwood 9888 7466. Korumburra Southern Hills A.O.G. - 4 Mine Rd, 10am: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Rob Davey 5625 3226. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219. Equip Church - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday service 10am. Contact: John 0408 305 880. Wonthaggi A.O.G. - Billson Street, 10am: Sunday. Contact: Pastor Barry Smith 5672 3984. CHRISTIAN REVIVAL CRUSADE: 40 Hughes Street, Leongatha. Sunday, Morning Service 10.30 am: Inspirational Service, 6.30pm: Children’s Church 10.30am: Home cells weekly. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455. THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES CREEK: Every first Sunday of the month. Sunday morning 11am 12.30pm. Fun and games, all ages, all are welcome. Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5678 7692, 0447 724 989. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Le-

ongatha Sabbath School - 11.30am. CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leongatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday. Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday. Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass. Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass. Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass. Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass. KORUMBURRA’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: meets at the Baromi Centre Mirboo North, Sunday 4-5pm Family Communion, 5-530pm refreshments, 5.306.15pm Bible Studies for adults, teens and children. Friday-Home Fellowships. More info: Bob Stevens 0400 403 765 or www. gippslandcf.org.au SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Sagala - Tuesday, 4 - 5.30pm; mainly music, Thursday 10am. All welcome. Please contact Captain Martyn and Heather Scrimshaw, ph. 5662 5122. SALVATION ARMY WONTHAGGI COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 149 McKenzie Street every Sunday at 11am for Family Worship. Kids' Club - every Tuesday at 4 pm, Women's Group - Wednesday at 1.30pm, and Playgroup - Friday 9.30am. Evening Ladies' Fellowship - First Monday each month and Youth Groups held monthly. All welcome. Please contact Lt. Robyn and Max Lean. Ph. 5672 1228. PRESBYTERIAN: Sunday Service 10am, corner Bent and Turner

Streets, Leongatha. Moderator Rev. Mark Smith 5625 4112. CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH: Reformed Church meeting at the corner of Peart and Brown Streets. Sunday family service at 10.30am. (10am daylight saving time), creche and Sunday School available. All Sunday evening services at 5pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2527. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, July 22, 10am (HC). Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Pastors Gavin and Sue Sharp, 5655 1997. Arawata: 11.30am 1st & 3rd Sundays. Kongwak: 11.30am 4th Sunday. BAPTIST CHURCH KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366. BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi. Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www. wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769. MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall. COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm. SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 5664 9306. FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.

6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 12. 15. 17. 19. 20.

ACROSS Forewarning (11) Open (4) Number (8) Pattern (6) Fireside (6) Wine (6) Case (6) Famous artist (8) Cab (4) Poet (6,5)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 11. 13. 14. 15. 16. 18.

DOWN Spanish girl (8) Material (6) End (6) Catalogue (4) Aim (6) Coins (5) Opening (8) Stick (6) Charm (6) Journalist (6) U.S. state (5) Cries (4)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8334 ACROSS 6. The gist of what the officer thought up? (7,4). 7. The number is the number from the record (4). 8. When you opened the glass cabinet, what fell out? (8). 9. Maintains I took the shellfish round (6). 10. Find us back by the tree, lying down (6). 12. “He’s good-looking and so funny,” I put in (6). 15. Just the same, the head got knocked back and there’s a lump (6). 17. The forest officer, by the way, is one I don’t know (8). 19. He got the price wrong: a penny out (4). 20. Start with a few jokes (3,8). DOWN 1. No, it can get one upset when working (2,6). 2. Corrects the pronunciation. Is obviously literate (6). 3. Parking in the poor areas when there’s a decline in traffic (6). 4. After one party, left with a big star (4). 5. He protects the two boys (6). 6. Question in the cookhouse? (5). 11. Drew over to the side of the road and was arrested (6,2). 13. Do get a move on. (It’s the senility!) (6). 14. The sweet boy followed us back (6). 15. Tell one straight (6). 16. Not satisfied by the duck, a bony portion (5). 18. Having a name to make as a singer (4).

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We’ve made it to 20 years at the Esplanade IN celebration of 20 years of hard work and good times, the Clarks and the Cooks at the Esplanade Hotel in Inverloch thought it was worth throwing a party. And when the owners put on an event, they don’t do it in half measures. The headline act for the event is none other than one of the pub’s favourite bands over the years, the Voodoo Surfgods, headed by well known local lad, Kendall Lumby. The band hits the stage at 9pm this Saturday night, July 21 with tickets just $20 at the door. So for anyone who has been involved in the Esplanade Night Club at any time over the last 20 years, you’re invited along. Dust off the dancing shoes and have a great night! Festivities continue with a catch-up on Sunday afternoon from 2pm in the Sports Bar, so come along and reminisce about the good times. One of the owners, Sue Clark said the 20 years had been great, full of plenty of highs and some lows. “Before we started any renovations and we saw the old pub, we considered moving on,” Sue said. “But seeing what we have been able to achieve

with three major renovations, we are very satisfied.” Young buck: Wayne Cook serves customers The icing on the cake was the completion of the in the early years at the pub. new Captain’s Lounge upstairs, providing an upmarket venue for weddings and special events. The pub uses local businesses whenever they can and were pleased local building firm TS Constructions constructed the renovations, one of which won a building award for the firm. “It has been great to see that with our renovation the whole street has lifted and other businesses along A’Beckett Street have upgraded also,” Sue said. “We can now throw our doors open in summer and with our outdoor seating it looks absolutely splendid. “The last five years have been very busy with increased trade. The hard work seems to become automatic after a while.” Other family members have been involved also with currently Dylan Clark, Sue and Bruce’s son, involved in management and Jordie, Wayne’s daughter, involved in the Cooks and Clarks: part of the management and ownership team, from left, Dylan Clark, Wayne Cook, Sue Clark and Bruce Clark. bistro.

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Witch appeals Great nights at the Espy THE Esplanade Hotel in Inverloch is an exciting venue all year, but the hotel really pumps up in summer. Two of the top gigs for the year so far were the British India gig and the Australia Day beach party, both in January. Revellers look forward to the big 20th anniversary bash, featuring Voodoo Surfgods this Saturday night, July 21.

LAUREN White has something in common with her character in Lyric Theatre’s latest production Narnia – her name.

She plays a key role in the classic story as the White Witch, and it must be added she plays the role superbly. Lauren has her subjects terrified into submission and plays havoc as she tries to destroy Aslan, the true King of Narnia. The actress has enjoyed nearly 25 years of performing in amateur theatre, most recently in Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s Singin’ In The Rain as Kathy Seldon. She has performed in numerous shows with PLOS Musical Productions, Panorama Theatre Group and Rainbow Theatrical Group on the Mornington Peninsula, as well as performing the role of Roxy Hart in her all time favourite show, Chicago. Playing the role of the witch in Narnia is Lauren’s first production with Lyric Theatre, and hopefully the first of many. She is thrilled to be part of Narnia and play the role of such an evil character. Lauren lives on Phillip Island and has a performing arts/teaching degree. She is currently a part time piano teacher at Newhaven College and teaches privately at her home studio. The show is now playing at Leongatha’s Mesley Hall.

Friday Night festivities: Korumburra boys, James Rippingale, Rusty Sanchez, Matt Dray and John Anderson hit the Espy to see British India earlier this year.

The evil witch: the White Witch, played by Lauren White, tricks Edmund, played by Tom Barker, into helping her catch his brother and sisters.

Gippsland visitors: Kyal Wingfiell from Frankston South, Terry Wheeler from Sale and Sarah Grzegorczyn from Traralgon trekked over to the Espy for the Beach Party in January.

Old school friends: Jordy Myors from Korumburra, Elle Dumon from Koonwarra and Dave Caporale from Korumburra enjoyed the British India gig in January.

And weddings too…… IN more recent years the Captain’s Lounge upstairs at the Esplanade Hotel has been the venue for quite a few weddings, work break-ups, cocktail parties and the like, providing a top class venue for something special.

The young stars of Narnia: Lucy, played by Morgan Anthony, Peter, played by Ayden Westaway, Edmund, played by Tom Barker and Susan, played by Kate Ball explore the magical land on the other side of the wardrobe.

Now showing: Lucy, played by Morgan Anthony, and Mr Tumnus, played by Adam Kennedy on set for Lyric Theatre’s production of Narnia.

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Nurses’ battles take to stage THE Shoe-Horn Sonata is a play written by John Misto, inspired by the real-life experiences of Australian nurses taken prisoner by the Japanese army after the fall of Singapore in l942, during World War Two. From l942 to the end of the war in August 1945, they lived in primitive, at times desperate conditions. Only 24 out of an original 65 were eventually brought back to Australia in October 1945. Many had drowned or been shot dead as they were being evacuated from Singapore when the Japanese forces captured it. Others died of malnutrition and illness in the prison camps. Supplies sent to them by the Red Cross, including food and necessary medicines, were almost always withheld by their captors.

Misto wanted to make Australians aware of the heroism of these nurses. He believed that it was disgraceful that, 50 years after that war had ended, Australia had still not set up any memorial to its army nurses, even though many of the Australian troops owed their lives to their care. Misto handed over all the prize money he won with this play in l995 to the fund to build such a memorial. The Australian Service Nurses National Memorial, constructed on Anzac Avenue in Canberra, was ultimately unveiled by Sir William Deane on October 2, 1999. You may ask, “If the play is all about the war and recognising the bravery of nurses held in captivity, then what’s all this stuff about shoe-horns and sonatas?” A horn can be a musical instrument, like a French horn, but a shoe-horn is a smooth

On stage: The Shoe-Horn Sonata cast, Margaret Rudge (Bridie), Peter Clyne (Rick) and Jean Moore (Sheila). curved implement, often of plastic or metal, inserted at the heel to help put on a shoe. In the play the shoe-horn was given to the army nurse by her father, a former World War One soldier when the nurse joins the army. This shoe-horn is a symbol of good luck and a connection to family, but it takes on more significance as the story progresses. It was put to many uses in the camp, including em-

ployment as a metronome for the prisoners’ choir and proving indispensable for burying the dead, when a spade is the stuff of dreams along with juicy steaks, fresh fruit and soap. A sonata is defined as a musical composition for one or more solo instruments, one of which is usually a keyboard instrument, usually consisting of three or four independent movements varying in key, mood, and tempo. For the female prisoners, music of the do-it-yourself variety is very important as they sing to lift their spirits and bolster their courage and unity during the dark days of their imprisonment. After their choir leader Miss Dryburgh dies, the prison choir is disbanded because more than half of the singers had already died. The two heroines of the play then decide to sing sonatas for two voices. They sang together as they dug graves by day or sat in their hut at night to convince themselves that their spirits were not completely broken and as a subtle defiance of the Japanese guards. Music is used throughout the play to help convey the flavour of the time, the emotions of the characters and the situations in which they find themselves. Many of the songs are used ironically within the play, helping to create tension and to reveal the full extent of the horrors of the unfolding drama. Visual images of wartime events are used similarly to underscore the action, making The Shoe-Horn Sonata an extremely moving combination of sights, sounds and emotions. Foster’s theatre company FAMDA is staging this extraordinary play at the Foster Arts Centre between July 20 and 28 at 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays. There is a 2pm matinée on Sunday, July 22 and a mid-week theatre special at 8pm on Wednesday, July 25. Tickets are on sale at Main Street Revelations in Foster by phoning 0400 867 872. For further details, visit www.famda.org.au

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• Launch of South Gippsland Shire Council’s Home and Community Care DVD • Korumburra Rotary Club changeover • Corey’s Cruise for a Cure pancake fundraiser night at Inverloch • Dumbalk Primary School final goodbye Fishing buddies: Les Theodore, who is a client of the Home and Community Care program with the person he described as the number one carer, Ian Luxford. Both Les and Ian starred in the DVD.

Pancakes for a cure: Nicky Lawson and Bri Wightman organised the event to raise money for Corey’s Cruise for a Cure pancake fundraiser night.

Good night: Heather Johnstone, Robyn Holes and John Maguire enjoyed a hearty meal and good conversation during the Korumburra Rotary Club dinner.

Childhood sweethearts: Elaine and Hec Opray, who both began school on the same day at Nerrena East Primary School, before moving to Dumbalk Primary School, have now been married for 65 years. Their eight children also attended school at Dumbalk.

New team: the new board of the Korumburra Rotary Club. Back, from left: Alex Roncari, David Brook, Alwyn Michie, Allan Perks and Wayne Blogg. Front: Jenny Moon, Richard Oldham and Jenny Ramage.

Dumbalk Primary School: Greg Trease was both a student and committee member of the school, while Dave Gray taught at the school from 1983-85.

Class reunion: Tanya Thorson, Leanne Larkin, Ross Couper, Belinda Heppell, Michelle Kenney, Colin Hanley and Vicki Cook got together with their Grade 2/3/4 teacher Joan Couper (fourth from left), who taught at the school from 1970-85.

Well done: from left, Rhonda Williams, Thelma Goss and Sara Cox at the launch of South Gippsland Shire Council’s Home and Community Care DVD.

Old classmates: Lorraine Butas (nee Thorson) and Marg Cantwell (nee Opray), who were the only two girls in their Prep class in 1957, shared memories of their primary school days at Dumbalk.

Committee men: Ed Hanley, Hec Opray, Greg Trease, Gerald Bancroft and Don Couper were all on the Dumbalk Primary School committee while their children attended.

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Swimming star opens Wonthaggi Bunnings CELEBRATIONS kicked on last week at the new Bunnings in Wonthaggi, with Australian swimming star and Olympic Gold medallist, Brooke Hanson, officially opening the store. Ms Hanson was delighted to be the guest of honour, handing her gold and silver medals from the 2004 Athens Olympics around the crowd - laughing she hoped she wouldn’t see either of them on eBay later that day - and speaking about her experiences of challenge and triumph. Ms Hanson also presented Bunnings complex manager Kim Isaacs with two signed personalised swimming caps. Ms Isaacs said the opening was a long time coming. “What a fun and exciting road it’s been,” she said.

“We’re the first Bunnings in the Bass Coast and that is no mean feat; a lot of hard work has been done to get to where we are today.” Ms Isaacs thanked her team members for their support and getting the store open on time. Bunnings’ chief operating officer, Peter Davis, said regional Australia has always been important to Bunnings. “This is the 52nd store to open in Victoria and the 284th in Australia and New Zealand,” he said. “The Wonthaggi store currently employs around 35 people and is growing, putting back $1 million worth of salaries and wages into the community. “We feel very welcome in Wonthaggi and our team will be an integral part of the community in many ways: living, working and raising their families here.” Ms Isaacs said Bunnings would

also be helping local community groups to celebrate the official opening, with representatives from Moonya Community Services and Bass Coast Specialist School speaking about their projects at the opening. “Moonya Community Services and Bass Coast Specialist School have received a combination of products and team member assistance from us to help with their local community projects,” she said. “We are always looking for opportunities to contribute to local causes and we look forward to providing assistance to more local community groups in the future.” Bunnings Wonthaggi will also provide ongoing assistance to local charity organisations and community group fundraisers with their famous Bunnings sausage sizzles.

For the kids: Bob the Builder dropped by the new Bunnings in Wonthaggi to meet his fans and put on a show for the opening celebrations.

Loving the animals: Isaac Hadden from Wonthaggi loved spending time with the goats at the Bunnings opening.

Meet, greet: Bob the Builder makes a boy’s day.

Family time: Olivia, Chloe and Luke Bramley adored the variety of farm animals.

Local star: Collingwood premiership player Jarryd Blair met football fans Official opening: Bass Coast Specialist School principal Sue Campbell, Bunnings Wont- Jye and Bailey Sutherland from Phillip haggi complex manager Kim Isaacs, Australian Olympic gold medallist swimmer Brooke Island at Bunnings’ opening celebrations in Wonthaggi. Hanson and Moonya Community Services CEO Barney Hanily.

Meals roster (Leongatha) Rd 1: St Vincent De Paul (Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri), Yooralla (Tues); Rd 2: Alan Hoy (Mon,Tues, Wed), K. Davis and E. Derrick (Thur, Fri); Rd 3: Mary MacKillop College (all week) will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning July 23, 2012.

Cuddles all around: Ben Roache, Olivia Bramley and Ian Roache enjoyed the soft feeling of the guinea pigs.

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From pages past Historical snippets from The Star BETHANY Kate Henderson is the first baby for Emily and Scott of Inverloch. She was born on June 27 at Leongatha Memorial Hospital.

30 years ago, July y 20, 1982 THERE is move to erect a cairn at Walkerville in memory of the pioneers who quarried lime in the area years ago. The plan has the support “in principle” of the Shire of Woorayl and engineer Keith Godridge will prepare plans and estimates. **** MR Geoff Thomas, executive examiner in HSC English, addressed more than 120 Year 12 students from all parts of South Gippsland last Thursday. The focus of the seminar was effective preparation for the HSC English examination and was held at Mesley Hall at Leongatha. 10 years ago, July 16, 2002

ISABEL Joy Linton is the second child for Andy and Catherine Linton of Leongatha. Isabel is a sister for Georgi and was born on June 14 at Warragul Hospital.

AMY Margaret Hodson was born on July 4 at Leongatha Memorial Hospital. She is the second child for Brad and Robyn of Inverloch and has an older sister Macey, 2.

LIFE-TIME Koonwarra resident Fred Holt used his recently published book, Koonwarra, My Home, as a fundraiser for another community project. The proceeds from the sale of his book have been put towards the erection of two colourful signs at either end of the town on the South Gippsland Highway. **** IN LINE with their aim of improving training and emergency equipment, the Leongatha unit of the State Emergency Service recently took delivery of some new safety equipment. With the help of a grant from a local supermarket, the SES purchased a vehicle and load support system.

5 years ago, July 17, 2007 A LARGE prime mover carrying a 50 tonne excavator failed to negotiate a corner last Monday on the Foster-Boolarra Road, and slid off the road into the gully. Close behind, a second truck from the same company, with an identical load, was forced to unload its excavator to manoeuvre around the bend. **** THE planned six per cent rate rise, due in September, has caused outrage in Venus Bay. Studies in the past have suggested residents in Venus Bay and Tarwin Lower are against the idea of made roads and other modern conveniences, however exorbitant rates have added to the burden for many people who want to live a cheap, rural existence. 1 year ago, July 19, 2011 WEST Gippsland Regional Library Corporation will have to cut services. The details are not yet determined, but they’re caused by State Government funding being slashed. In West Gippsland’s case, that equates to $15,302. **** DARING to be different has certainly paid off for Leongatha Lyric Theatre, with another outstanding production, Jekyll and Hyde opening in Mesley Hall last Friday night. The role of Jekyll and Hyde required a stand-out performer and they had this in Andrea Carcassi, as Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde.

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Farming life: Sam and Daniela, with their daughter Francesca among the Chianina they grow on their Walkerville property, Isola Farm.

Chianina perform on pasture By Sarah Vella ON 123 acres, in the rolling sandy hills of Walkerville overlooking Cape Liptrap, giant white cattle dot the landscape.

They are an ancient Italian breed of cattle, Chianina (key-a-knee-na), bred for their intensely flavoured, well marbled beef by Sam Walker, his wife Daniela Mollica and their two children Francesca and Gianni on Isola Farm. One of the oldest known cattle breeds and the world’s largest, the Chianina were brought to Australia via Canada in the 1970s. One of Italy’s most famous beef dishes, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, is traditionally made from the t-bone of the Chianina, well renowned for its depth of flavour. “We take a three pronged approach to creating the best beef. We use a his-

torically recognised breed, the cattle are purely grass fed and the beef carcass is dry aged,” Ms Mollica said. Dry ageing is an age old practice that helps the flavours of the beef to intensify and develop. Being aware of the way their beef is produced is important to Mr Walker and Ms Mollica, and they strongly believe in raising their cattle ethically and with respect, from paddock to the plate. The cattle are 100 per cent free range and grass fed, they do not use chemicals on the farm, don’t feed supplementary grain and let their cattle mature for a minimum of two years before considering them for slaughter. They are not certified organic, but may look to gain the certification in the future. “We only send our cattle to the abattoir when we have enough demand to use the whole beast. We don’t just kill for the primary cuts,” Mr Walker said.

In the two short years they have been producing beef, they have developed quite a following. The beef is currently being sold into several restaurants in Melbourne, delivered as home packs around the Melbourne area and through a supplier in Sydney. “We want as few ‘food miles’ as possible, which is why we only home deliver our packs in the Melbourne area and encourage people from outside of Victoria to seek out a small or boutique beef producer in their area and support them instead,” Ms Mollica said. “We are big believers in the local food philosophy and are intent on supporting other local small farmers and producers. “There is an increase of people out there who want to know where their food comes from and want to know more about the background of their meat, for example, how it was raised and what it has eaten.” The couple bought the farm around

six years ago and have steadily been improving the infrastructure and the soils, and have also spent time fencing off banksias to allow the property to naturally regenerate. The choice of the Chianina breed was influenced by Ms Mollica’s time spent living in Tuscany, Italy. “They are very large, but relatively low maintenance and easy to handle. Some slight modifications had to be made to our yards, as they have been known to jump,” Ms Mollica said. “They can also be a little spooky. They are the thoroughbreds of the cattle world; they can be a little hot blooded!” Mr Walker added: “They are free range cattle, with very few health problems. The soft, sandy soil does mean their feet need to be trimmed occasionally.” Isola Farm is the only commercial breeder of Chianina in Australia, but Daniela and Sam expect a few other farmers to catch on. “We want to be a part of bringing

the breed back to people’s attention as an excellent choice of cattle for beef production,” Ms Mollica said. “There are other Chianina owners/ breeders in Australia, but none are producing them for the beef market yet.” The farm also runs Chiangus, a cross between Chianina and Angus, which helps the beef maintain the length and smoothness of the muscle, while adding a little fat coverage. The cross can also reduce the maturing age, but they are still not sent to the abattoir until they are ready. The business minded couple is hoping to increase their production in the future and make the farm their primary business. The couple currently live in Melbourne; Mr Walker spends at least a couple of days a week at the farm. His day job is in marketing, while Ms Mollica is a practising chiropractor.

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Get in early at Gendore

SPRING is fast approaching and will be here before you know it, and so will the silage season. Now is the perfect time to order in this season’s silage equipment and be prepared for a bumper spring. Tim Burgess from Gendore in Leongatha said now is the best time to order. “The rain will stop any minute and it’ll be spring,” he said. “Now is a great time to come in and pick up all the newest silage equipment.” Gendore offers all the latest New Holland, Taarup and McHale silage gear and currently has some great pre-season deals. “There are some good deals we have on all of

Order now: Tim Burgess from Gendore said now is the best time to order your gear for the upcoming silage season.

the new season stock,” Mr Burgess said. “We have zero per cent finance on selected Taarup gear (conditions apply) and similar specials on the other gear too.” Because South Gippsland has a later season start, farmers may miss out on the products they want. To avoid the disappointment and wait, order now. This will ensure that you will have your machinery ready to go when you need it. “All the gear on offer is the same reliable, respected, quality equipment that we sell,” Mr Burgess said. Drop in to see the team at Gendore Leongatha and get your order in for silage equipment today to beat the season rush.

Learning the value of farm trees By Jane Ross FARMERS should plant trees in clumps rather than shelter belts because that better protects the plants. South Gippsland arborist David McFee gave that tip to a group of 30 people during a field day recently organised by Agribusiness Gippsland. The free day took place on David’s father Ian’s Rhyll farm. It attracted people from as far afield as Korumburra and Nar Nar Goon. They saw working demonstrations of milling logs, felling trees and a climbing/rigging display, as well as taking part in a wide-ranging discussion on planting, managing and harvesting farm trees. Rob Youl of Australian Landcare International guided the talks. A special feature of the day was discussion on the fate of the large number of cypress trees and hedges which are dying across Gippsland, thought to possibly be caused by overly wet ground. Conversations centred on salvaging timber from the cypress trunks, rather than simply levelling and burning the trees. Experts at the day described the ideal tree for milling and possible uses of the wood for framing timber, furniture manufacture and weatherboards. Ian McFee said some species, such as macrocarpa or Golden Cypress can be cut into excellent fence posts lasting 20 years. His son said, “While the market for cypress timber probably lies in you value-adding and less for straight sale, it can be useful to salvage timer for use around the farm.”

A golden cypress website spruiks its timber as strong, durable, naturally termite resistant, with low shrinkage. It can be used for turning and sculpting as well as retaining walls, outdoor furniture, boardwalks and wall lining. The wood is described as “lustrous and golden”. The group discussed possible causes for the widespread cypresstree deaths, from cypress canker to David’s theory – pugged ditches caused by sheltering livestock. Other considerations covered replacement native species suitable for the Phillip Island and South Gippsland region, and the prospects of growing timber for harvesting as timber or firewood. Hardwood is in high demand for fire wood, with red gum being the most commonly sought. David suggested other native species such as she-oak offered superior fire wood, but public perception was as much driven by the wood colour as its heating qualities. Ian McFee provided demonstrations on milling a log with his static sawmill while Daniel Bright of Fish Creek, displayed his mobile saw mill by cutting a cypress into planks. David McFee gave a thorough explanation of the physics of felling a tree, using a large pine trunk to explain the steps required to secure a safe felling. He then sent his apprentice Callum Wishart up a 10 metre gum tree kitted-out in full climbing tackle. Those who attended were pleased with the field day. One farmer said, “I’ve been downing trees on my farm for 40 years and I learned so much from these few hours. I wished I’d known all this back then.”

Field day: David McFee shows his chainsaw technique in felling a tree. Bass Coast Shire Council helped support the three-hour event, providing a barbecue lunch. Agribusiness Gippsland is a not-for-profit community group that has operated since 1997, seeking to improve the prosperity and sustainability of Gippsland farming. It works with many local groups and is financially supported by all Gippsland shires.

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Wednesdays draw cattle to VLE Leongatha By Jacob de Kunder LEONGATHA VLE’s Wednesday prime sales may be one of the strongest in Gippsland. The weekly sales have been presenting well despite the wet weather. According to Rohan McRae from Elders Leongatha, last week’s prime sale prices were solid. “The cattle are presenting very well because we’re drawing them from over such a wide area,” he said. “Here we are getting cattle

from all over Gippsland and I guess that the cattle come to the strongest market. “We’re seeing some good results and the market is one of the best when it comes to export steers.” Strong prime sales are good but farmers are facing a slump on a Thursday. The fortnightly combined store sales have had their low numbers, but Mr McRae said that was traditional. “We do have small lot sizes in the store sales here at the moment and obviously poor quality,” he said. “It’ll be interesting to see when the store cattle come back in.

“That should be around August/September so we can expect a quiet month of July.” Weather is a big factor, as well as the poor quality of cattle on offer. “I think because it is so wet everybody has sold off and got right down to a really low winter stocking rate,” Mr McRae said. “The cattle probably aren’t there for the time being. It will be interesting to see what the season brings.” The Federal Government’s controversial carbon tax may have a negative effect on prices, according to Mr McRae. “I suppose it’s going to have an effect on the prices

in one way or another,” he said. “Everyone’s power bills, including the abattoirs are going to go up, as well as transport.” Predicting the coming season is as easy as telling the future, Mr McRae said. “If I had a crystal ball I could tell you how spring

will be,” he said. “The season will dictate what will happen. An extended season where it rains through the spring and summer will all go well. “But a short season where it cuts out on us and forces numbers on it (earlier in the season) will have a detrimental effect.”

Crowds: numbers of cattle and farmers have been down at the store sales, while prime sales are going well and have attracted outside interest.

Up and down: Clay Mabilia and Rohan McRae from Elders check out some cattle at last week’s store sale.

Limited northern hay supplies GIVE your herd an extra energy fix with some oaten hay from northern Victoria. But you’ll have to place your order quickly as supplies are very limited due to increased demand from exporters. Colin Kelly Farms has been supplying hay full time now for seven years. Mr Kelly runs two trucks around the state all year round, supplying

northern fodders including oaten, lucerne, vetch and cereal hays. Trucks can deliver up to 24 tonnes per load. “We have farms in Bendigo and Horsham where we source our supplies while we can lease additional land to guarantee supply,” he said. The business travels to all parts of Gippsland, the Goulburn and Yarra valleys and into the western district. “The reason farmers source the northern hay is for the much higher energy and protein that it gives to cattle

above the southern grasses,” Mr Kelly said. He said he had good, consistent clients who require oaten hay to protect cows from milk fever, increase animal health and improve production. “The prices are very reasonable at the moment so it’s well worth getting in and stocking up now,” Mr Kelly recommended. “With exporters aggressively supplying to the Asian market, I suggest farmers should place their orders.”

Two trucks: Colin Kelly runs two trucks around Victoria delivering northern fodder.

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Think head, think helmet

WITH the number of quad bike accidents being reported on the rise, the issue of wearing a helmet is once again highlighted. Ian Marshman, manager of Edney’s Yamaha in Leongatha, said

Safety first: manager of Edney’s Yamaha in Leongatha, Ian Marshman, said helmets are needed when riding quad bikes.

helmets are vital. “Helmets should always be worn when riding a quad bike, any type of motorbike in fact,” he said. Loading ramps are also a vital accessory to go with any quad bike. “Another danger with quad bikes

is loading and unloading them. That can be just as dangerous as riding down the paddock,” Ian said. “Having a good set of ramps means you can load and unload the bike safely and prevent little things from going wrong.” Prevention is the key when it

comes to motorcycle safety and you can only be as cautious as your bike allows. Maintenance is a key factor when it comes to safety, according to Mr Marshman. “It’s important to make sure your bike is up to scratch,” he said. “If your bike’s brakes or steering are not functioning properly, you could end up in trouble that you would have other-

wise avoided.” Right now, Edney’s Yamaha has a great deal to improve rider safety. With every purchase of a quad bike, you receive a complimentary open face helmet and set of loading ramps. Drop into Edney’s Yamaha in Leongatha and see what Ian and the team can do for you when it comes to motorbikes on the farm.

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Data vital for breeding – no bull By Simone Short WITH hundreds of bulls out there on the market, choosing the

right breeding program is often a long and confusing process. But when it comes to knowing exactly what is right for the farmer, herd test

data is essential. Wilco Van Eck, a herd improvement representative from Hico in Leongatha, said inaccurate data, or simply a lack of data, could result in breeding problems. “By farmers having good information in their herd test data, we can actually analyse what bulls would suit their herd and work out the best package for them, but that’s with good data,” he said. “A lot of farmers are doing that with not-so-good data. There are a lot of programs out there where people don’t know the background of their cows. If they’re still using certain bulls, that could lead to inbreeding issues and there has been some of that in the field.” Mr Van Eck said inbreeding has become an issue with some bulls becoming high profile. “A bull called Donor was very high profile a few years ago and was used widely, as was a bull called Gold Bullion,” he said. “What happens then is some future bulls have got

those pedigrees in them. “You have to be careful advising the farmers how to use those bulls and that’s when you use a breeding program or use an inbreeding report.” And while some farmers keep impeccable records, the truth is the majority do not. Recently, Holstein Australia and the Australian Dairy Herd Improvement Scheme ran a joint program looking at the genomic information of 10,000 cows selected from the most trustworthy sources in the country. “They were looking at genomic information where they pull the hair apart and analyse the DNA of the animal to see its predicted value in the future,” Mr Van Eck said. Even though the farmers selected for the program were considered the best record keepers, Mr Van Eck said there were still flaws in their data. “As part of the project, they checked the supposed parentage of some of the

ones that were supposed to have the most impeccable records and 10 per cent of those records were found to be inaccurate and had the wrong parentage ID,” he said. However, mistakes in data are all too easy to make; it only takes a bull to get out into a paddock of cows, an AI straw to go in the wrong cow, or one calf in 100 newborns to be misidentified to its mother. “It’s going to happen, so what do you do? Record keeping is critical,” Mr Van Eck said. Each farmer is an individual, and according to Mr Van Eck, there is not one particular type of bull that will suit everyone; however there is data available to help farmers select what is right for them. “How do I determine that? I look at their farming system,” he said. “If a farmer has a feed pad and they’re on flatter country, you probably look at a slightly larger animal. Your spectrum of bulls is

a bigger spectrum on a flat farm. “When you go to a hill farm, you’re probably looking at a more moderate animal because they have to walk themselves around the hills and lug that weight around. Every step they take on a hill they’re wasting energy.” Apart from data, there are plenty of signs that can be read on the farm to determine what the right type of bull is for the farmer. This can include the amount of grain they feed, their stocking rate, and most importantly, what sort of cow the farmer likes. “A lot of the time the farmer says ‘There’re too many bulls out there, I don’t know what I want’, so then you actually walk them through and get them to show you what they like,” Mr Van Eck said. “Of course, they want cows that produce a lot of milk, that are quiet, that get back in calf and do everything right – it’s that whole selection of things.”

Mr Van Eck said when looking at bulls, farmers need to look at the whole picture rather than just the Estimated Breeding Values, or the Australian Breeding Values. “There’s also what I like to call brownie points; they’re the hidden extras,” he said. “It’s the daughter fertility rate, low mastitis issues, and cows that last a long time. “They’re a few key things and it’s those hidden extras that lots of farmers need, but don’t actually acknowledge.” Mr Van Eck said a lot of farmers prefer characteristics like calving ease when selecting a bull, and with the right information, these sorts of objectives can be achieved. “A lot of calving ease is when a calf is born a day to four days early. Farmers are unaware of it - they just look at calving ease - but there are certain bulls in the industry that do show short gestation and not many people are aware of which bulls,” he said. “It’s a case of giving the farmers that information.”

Get the right breeding plan: Leongatha Hico herd improvement representative Wilco Van Eck (centre) with Holstein Canada head classifier Tom Byers, and Semex Alliance Canada director John McDougall said herd data is essential to choosing the right bull for the farmer.

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Free grease gun in Evans’ slick deal MOBIL has changed grease sizes and Evans Petroleum customers are benefiting. Because of the change between 450 gram grease cartridges to the global size of 400 gram cartridges, customers will need a new grease gun to use the new product, so Evans are giving them away. With your purchase of a box of 20, 400 gram grease cartridges, you receive a free grease gun. Evans sales manager John Schelling

Slick deal: Arty Allaway will be delivering your grease and free gun when you take up the Evans Petroleum deal.

Downers looking up SCIENCE and technology are coming to the aid of downer cows. Research projects and developments in management systems are helping to get downer cows on their feet and back into production. The Young Dairy Development Program will present all the latest developments in downer cow management at a special session in Meeniyan tomorrow (Wednesday, July 18) at 7.30pm. South Gippsland vet Dr Phil Poulton will discuss the results of a Dairy Australia-funded field research project into the management of downer cows. The interactive session will see Dr Phil lead an interactive session which will include discussion on assessment, treatment and nursing of the downer cow back to full health. Dr John Steinfort from AgVet will provide expert information on a new downer cow management system and the resultant effects on cow survival and lactation recovery rates. The system includes the Riser warm water and confinement tanks and the new pelvic lift and transport MK2 equipment. YDDP Gippsland co-ordinator Irene Baker said the evening would provide practical information for any dairy farmer who wanted to improve their success rate in getting downer cows back into the herd. “The two doctors have a wealth of information to share, so it should be a really informative evening for farmers concerned about downer cow management,” she said. Anyone is welcome to attend the free event, which will start at 7.30pm at the Meeniyan Bowling Club in the Recreation Reserve. A light supper and hot drinks will be provided. RSVP to Irene on 5624 3900 or 0428 889 337 or email yddpgipps@gippsdairy.com.au

said this was a way of looking after current customers. “Because the 400 gram cartridges won’t work in most people’s current grease guns, we’ve decided to help out,” he said. “This will allow the customers to make the move to the new sizes easily.” Mr Schelling said the latest range of Mobil grease products is superior to other companies. “The Mobile XHP 222 is a high performance grease,” he said. “It is suitable for most applications on au-

tomobiles and farm vehicles and machinery. “The XHP 222 special contains molybdenum disulfide which makes it suitable for more technical jobs like disc-brake wheel bearings.” Both products plus more are available at Evans. This great deal is available at the Evans depot and can also be delivered anywhere in South Gippsland. Make sure to get in quick though, because the deal is only on for July and August.

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Store sale Thursday July 12

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Total yarding: 403. Steers: F.M. & M.M. Lawless, Driffield, 11 x $1000; G. Campbell, Mirboo North, 4 x $950; G. & M. Goode, Poowong, 18 x $885; Vuiller Shorthorns, Waratah, 7 x $855; S.G. & S.C. Wightman, Mirboo, 1 x $825; Kostos Livestock, Warragul, 1 x $770. Heifers: M. Ledwidge, Allambee, 1 x $680; A.M. & L.D. Callister, Koorooman, 8 x $596; D. MacLeod, Welshpool, 9 x $570; Black Partners, Narracan, 8 x $560; H. & S. Kreun, Moyarra, 5 x $510; Seabreeze Farm P/L, Tarraville, 3 x $470. Cows: W. Ponton, Boolarra, 2 x $720; J.B. Jans, Hallston, 1 x $660. Cows and calves: Lackenby Nom P/L, Leongatha, 4 x $1200; R.D. Knowles, Poowong North, 2 x $1110; M.R. & J.M. Elliott, Glen Alvie, 4 x $1000; R.W. & L.M. Brooks, Korumburra South, 6 x $890; B.R. & M.R. Peters, Narracan, 1 x $875; J.B. Jans, Hallston, 5 x $860.

Sold!: James Kyle (centre) from Elders was doing his best to get good prices for the farmers, flanked by Alex Dixon (left) and Clay Mabilia. Top left Young farmer: Dumbalk’s Matt Moss was enjoying the excitement of the store sale at Koonwarra. Right Father and son: Meeniyan boy Will Collins and his father Steve dropped in to Thursday’s store sale to see what was on offer.

• VLE LEONGATHA

Steers lift market standard AROUND 900 grown steers, 300 trade and 500 cows were offered. Quality in the steer run was excellent for a midwinter sale, the trade run however contained many secondary lines. The usual buying group

was present and operating with more activity on the cows. Prices eased slightly on the medium weight grown steers and were slightly stronger on the light and heavy weights. Trade cattle gained ground, however C3

yearling heifers were the exception, easing in price. Cows sold to strong competition and saw price increases of up to 9c/kg in places. Vealers sold from 195c to 236.6c/kg. Most yearling steers made from 190c to 207c/kg. Most

yearling heifers sold from 174c to 214c/kg. Medium weight three score grown steers sold from 178c to 195c, four scores from 190c to 200c/ kg. Heavy weight grown steers made between 170c and 197c/kg. Heavy bullocks sold from 162c to 182c/kg. Most grown heifers sold from 144c to 168c/kg. Most manufacturing steers sold between 148c and 172c/kg. Light weight one score

dairy cows made from 102c to 124c/kg. Heavy weight one score dairy cows sold from 115c to 126c/kg. Heavy two score dairy cows made between 128c and 146c/kg. Good heavy three score dry dairy cows sold from 138c to 150c/kg. Good condition heavy three score beef cows made from 128c to 146c/ kg. Good heavy four score beef cows sold from 142c to 155c/kg.

This week’s sale draw for July 18 is: 1. Rodwells, 2. Phelan, 3. Alex Scott, 4. SEJ, 5. Landmark, 6. Elders.

Wednesday, July 11 BULLOCKS 19 J. Maclachlan P/L, Sale 17 Nicholl Primary Production, Nilma Sth 19 S. & G. Nardone, Narracan 1 D. Lewis, Hallston 1 M. Lafferty, Yinnar 13 R.J. & C.M. McGill, Kongwak STEERS 3 R. & H. Boyles, Doomburrim 1 M. & D. Harms, Korumburra 1 J. Edmondson, Mirboo North 17 G. Campbell, Mirboo North 1 G. & Y. McKenzie, Hazelwood 1 G.F. & R.J. Scanlon, Leongatha COWS 1 P.F. & P.A. O’Loughlin, Nerrena 8 D.B. & D.M. Fairbrother, Tarwin Lower 1 Rigano Bros, Warragul 1 A.J. & J.M. White, Mirboo North 7 R. & H. Boyles, Doomburrim 1 M. & D. Harms, Korumburra HEIFERS 1 G. & Y. McKenzie, Hazelwood 7 R. & H. Boyles, Doomburrim 1 L. & M. Germano, Mirboo North 1 B. Wilkins, Mirboo North 1 M. & D. Harms, Korumburra 2 J. Edmondson, Mirboo North BULLS 1 I. & R. Hengstberger, Stony Creek 1 G. & T. Mildenhall, Kirrak 1 N.J. & S.K. Geary, Leongatha 1 S.N. Bare, Hallston 1 R.B. & V.J. Holman, Korumburra 1 G. & A. Thorson, Dumbalk North

622kg 590kg 663kg 570kg 690kg 583kg

207.2 200.6 200.0 199.6 199.2 199.2

$1289 $1183 $1327 $1137 $1374 $1162

308kg 345kg 275kg 506kg 370kg 485kg

229.6 $707 220.0 $759 210.0 $577 205.6 $1041 205.0 $758 205.0 $994

670kg 501kg 530kg 685kg 615kg 560kg

185.0 $1239 161.6 $811 159.6 $845 155.0 $1061 153.6 $945 153.6 $860

425kg 302kg 435kg 265kg 285kg 272kg

236.6 $1005 221.6 $671 214.6 $933 210.0 $556 195.0 $555 195.0 $531

900kg 740kg 755kg 735kg 525kg 720kg

173.0 168.6 166.6 165.6 164.6 164.2

$1557 $1247 $1257 $1217 $864 $1182

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Club is the bee’s knees By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland Beekeepers was formed on July 21 in 2011 and is about to celebrate its first birthday.

President of the club, Robert Fisher is looking forward to the ‘B’ themed AGM. “We are hoping that members will dress up in a ‘B’ related costume and come along for some fun,” Robert said. The club is the result of Robert and his wife Sharon wanting to start their own bee-hive, but being unable to find anyone local to help them or ask questions of. “Sharon and I did a beekeeping course around three years ago. When we looked into joining a local club for support we couldn’t find one,” Robert said. “The closest clubs were in Melbourne, so we decided to start up our own.” With the guidance of the Gippsland Apiarists Association, South Gippsland Beekeepers was formed. “Our club is for hobbyists of any skill level, sideline beekeepers and commercial beekeepers and we have all three of those categories represented in our club,” Robert said. “It is a club with a great blend of enthusiastic people, who are happy to turn up to our monthly meetings and share their experience and

knowledge.” The local Department of Primary Industries apiary inspector used to be a good place to start when needing some advice pertaining to keeping bees, however that person no longer exists. “When you start keeping bees, there are questions galore. Our club has started a mentor program, which is a group of around 10 people who are able to give advice and assistance after hours,” Robert said. Robert and Sharon’s initial interest in beekeeping stemmed from Sharon’s desire to become more sustainable and environmentally friendly. “We grow a lot of our own food and bees are necessary for pollination of plants. Plus we love making our own honey,” Sharon said. Sharon sells their honey, as well as jams and other condiments at the Foster markets. As a one of a kind club, people travel from far and wide to attend meetings and field days with the South Gippsland Beekeepers. “During our meetings, which are held once a month we have a question and answer session. This allows members to raise questions on any problems they may have or make general enquiries about looking after their bees,” Robert said. “This is followed by a guest speaker or a practical demonstration session. “Once the meeting closes, we

have a supper where people can mingle and chat about beekeeping.” The club currently has 83 members and on average, attracts two or three new members a month. “At our very first meeting, 55 people attended and around 45 signed up for membership on the night,” Robert said. “We like to promote our club as family friendly and fun. We are a proactive club; we go out and do things with our members. “In return, our members are really involved. They are happy to tell stories and discuss their positive beekeeping experiences, help out with issues and will happily offer advice to those who need it.” Robert and Sharon encourage all beginner beekeepers to attend a short course on the subject, which is run by one of their members through the Leongatha campus of Community College Gippsland. “The course is run on demand and may run once or twice a year. It is well worth it.” Robert said new members are always welcome at the club and there are some great activities organised for the coming year.

Honey bees: Robert Fisher inspects some of the bees that make up part of his hive. They will start to make honey that can be harvested in spring.

Dairy farmers feel the squeeze By Sarah Vella FARM emissions are excluded from the carbon tax but the tax will still have cost implications for dairy farms across South Gippsland.

Farms will not be required to directly pay a carbon tax, but like all households will have to pay increased prices for key inputs such as electricity. In the case of dairy, these increased costs are expected to be significant. Max Jelbart, president of the South Gippsland branch of the United Dairyfarmers of Victoria, said famers are already starting to feel the impacts of the carbon tax. “The industry has been burdened with all of the extra costs,” the Leongatha South farmer said. “Dairy farmers use a lot of power and there are not a lot of efficiencies that can be made. “A lot of the costs will get passed back on to the farmers and in turn, impact on the milk price. “It is just going to put another cost on to the milk processor. The water has to be removed from the milk, so they have to use a lot of power.” Long distance road transport is integral to the dairy supply chain and fuel used by heavy long

Not impressed: Max Jelbart, president of the South Gippsland branch of the United Dairyfarmers of Victoria. distance road vehicles is exempt from the carbon tax for the first two years. “I am not sure what the timing is, but the tax will affect fuel eventually, which will again impact on costs,” Mr Jelbart said. “People that make products we use will be affected by the tax, like the fertiliser companies, which will in turn put pressure on fertiliser prices. “Farmers buy on a retail market and sell on a wholesale market. We have no one to pass our costs on to.” The cost of electricity is expected to rise under the carbon tax by up to 10 per cent, which may mean around $2000 extra spent on power for the average dairy farm per year. Carbon emissions by

dairy manufacturers will also be subject to the new tax. Given the trade nature of dairy manufacturing, it is unlikely that dairy companies will be able to recover these higher costs from the market place. The reality is these carbon costs will stay in the supply chain and will most likely translate into lower farmgate prices for milk. Grant Crothers, chief executive officer of Burra Foods, also expressed his concern at the rising costs facing many small to medium businesses in the next 12 months. “Our farm milk partners are facing similar cost increase pressures as our businesses, as a direct result of the government’s carbon tax. Export customers who will accept the increased cost as part of the price for product just don’t exist,” Mr Crothers said. It is estimated that the new tax will cost the Gippsland based dairy processor more than $1 million next season through increased manufacturing and transport costs. “The uncertainty of the carbon tax continuing past the end of this year makes it difficult for our business to plan accordingly,” Mr Crothers said. “We continue to assess energy cost saving initiatives, but they are very

capital intensive.” Victorian Farmers Federation president Peter Tuohey said the carbon tax is bad for agriculture. “While agriculture is exempt from the tax, farmers will be exposed to a raft of indirect costs like

rising electricity prices which will damage their bottom line,” he said. “The situation gets even worse in 2014-15, when the government will impose the carbon tax on fuel used by the heavy vehicles.” Mr Tuohey said the

agriculture sector was once again shouldering the burden of another tax that industries were passing straight back down the supply chain to the farmgate. “The government needs to remember farm-

ers are price takers, not price makers,” he said. “Farmers’ operating margins are tighter than they’ve ever been and the carbon tax will place real pressure on the family farm.”

Nuffield Scholarship opens doors By Sarah Vella DAMIEN Murphy, a dairy farmer from Dumbalk North, was one of 21 primary producers to be awarded a 2012 Nuffield Scholarship. The first part of the program was a seven week study tour, which took Damien to places like New Zealand, the Netherlands, England, the USA, Mexico and Brazil. He also has 10 weeks to embark on a personal study tour, to enhance his research. “I am investigating the different finance schemes in place around the world which young farmers use to start building their assets in agriculture,” Damien said. While there is a young farmer finance scheme operating in Victoria, Damian would like to see a more dynamic program. “I hope my study will

allow me to design a scheme that covers the finance needs of young entrants to agriculture right through to the possibilities of equity partnerships and farm ownership. “So far I have talked to banks, universities and farmers in Europe and will continue my research in North America and New Zealand later in the year. “Finance is relevant to nearly every farmer no matter what commodity they produce. For the next generation of farmers the level of equity needed to be in a position to purchase a farm can be quite daunting. This doesn’t mean it can’t be done, but it is becoming harder. “At the end of my study, I will pick the best of the best schemes and develop a program that would be suitable for use in Australia.” “I will then compile a report and present it at the Nuffield conference, to be held at Tamworth in late October.”

• Damien Murphy Damien has so far spent four of his 10 weeks in Europe, visiting the United Kingdom, Belgium and France. He will be off again for the rest of his tour in mid July, visiting North America and New Zealand. Throughout his European trip, Damien noted some differences between Australian agriculture and the European industry. “Agriculture is much more appreciated in Eu-

rope; it really is a key industry for them. The governments and the European Union are definitely behind the industry.” Established in 1947, in the United Kingdom, the Nuffield program resulted from a bequest from William Morris of the Morris car company, who later became Lord Nuffield. The scholarship program provides leading primary producers with the opportunity to travel overseas to increase their general knowledge of global agricultural issues and to gain skills to benefit their industry and business.

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public notices

REWARD No questions asked Absolutely! 4 total missing items from 28 Parr Street Willing to trade serious money / whatever. Sentimental value Offer valid until July 25 Ph: 0419 899 904

The Leongatha & District Historical Society Celebrates the Centenary of the Mechanics’ Institute with

A Magic Lantern Show

public notices

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CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG

Apprentice Cabinet Maker

“NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER” 28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropractic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L

CHIROPRACTOR

Supper to follow

A local award winning kitchen company is seeking an Apprentice Cabinet Maker to join their team. Applicants must be fit, reliable, committed to quality of service and have a strong work ethic. Applicants will be required to undertake an apprenticeship in Cert 3: Cabinet Making and must have strong desire to establish a career in the building trades. Training will include manufacture and installation of kitchen and bathroom units and commercial and domestic work. Send written resumé and cover letter by Friday, 20 July: Leongatha Kitchens & Bathrooms 44 Yarragon Road, Leongatha, VIC 3953 Email: info@leongathakitchens.com.au

Garry Harrison 19 Moonah Street Cape Paterson Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

IN THE LEONGATHA MEMORIAL HALL Meeting Room One

Saturday August 4 at 8pm

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By appointment Ph: 5674 8290

OPEN HOUSE AT THE MECHANICS’ 7PM

SITUATIONS VACANT

Building a Healthy Community

Flexihealth Case Worker

0.6 EFT (22.8 hrs per week) 6 months Maternity Leave coverage with possibility of extension

Phone 5668 6365

DECLARATION OF SERVICED AREAS In accordance with Section 144 of the Water Act 1989, notice is hereby given that the lots listed below have been provided with water and/or sewer services and are now liable to be rated as serviced properties from the dates also given below. 35 A’Beckett Street, Inverloch PS641557W (Stage 2) as from 5th June 2012 58 Toorak Road, Inverloch PS634642W as from 27th June 2012

BCCHS seeks expressions of interest for the part time employment of an enthusiastic person who is committed to assisting older people to live independently in their homes. Remuneration as per the Social and Community Services Award. Inquiries to Anita Leyden, Co-ordinator Community Services Team. To obtain a position description and an employment application form, please telephone reception on 5671 9200 or refer to our website: www.bcchs.com.au All applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria and include the application for employment form. Applications close 5pm Tuesday, July 24, 2012 and should be addressed to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road San Remo 3925 Or by email to: HR@bcchs.com.au

Philippe du Plessis Managing Director

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

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South Gippsland Shire Council

Emergency Management Administration Officer Temporary part time (4 days per week) $48,030 total salary package An opportunity exists for an experienced administrator to join our Community Services Directorate in an Emergency Management focused role. Your primary responsibilities will be to provide administrative support to Council’s Emergency Management Coordinator and associated Emergency Management Committees. You will be experienced in drafting internal and external correspondence, and be able to demonstrate an understanding of Emergency Management and Fire Prevention as they relate to local government. Enquiries to: Linda Jamieson, Emergency Management Coordinator on (03) 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Application Form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by Wednesday 25 July 2012. Further information and a position description is available from our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Latrobe Community Health Service is one of the largest community health providers in Victoria. We provide professional and career development, salary packaging, an employee assistance program, work life balance and much more. We are currently offering the following career opportunity:

Access and Support (Dementia) Worker x 2 Positions – 17654 Permanent Part Time Position, base locations Bass Coast or East Gippsland We are recruiting two Access and Support workers to assist people with dementia who are eligible for Home and Community Care (HACC) to get the services they need. The Access and Support (Dementia) role will primarily focus on improving access to services for people living with Dementia through the provision of episodic support at key stages of the care pathway as the client navigates the service system. If you have experience working in the community sector, have great communication skills and want to make a difference this is the job for you.

Applications close 4.30pm, Friday 27 July 2012 For further information on this position please contact Anne-Maree Kaser, Executive Director Community Support quoting the relevant reference number on (03) 5136 5266.

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• For further information and copies of each position description visit our careers page www.lchs.com.au/careers. • Applicants must address the Selection Criteria and lodge their application online. • No late or hard copy applications will be accepted.

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PLUMBERS WANTED Project: COWES AGED CARE FACILITY PHILLIP ISLAND TO START NOW!! Job completion date early 2013 Please contact Tim Backholer Mob: 0439 850 176 Ph: 9555 5844 tim@blueribbonplumbing. com.au

B-DOUBLE INTERSTATE / LOCAL DRIVER required Must have at least 5 yrs experience. References essential. VicRoads Licence printout required Phone for appointment between 9-4 Mon-Fri Ross or Luke on 0400 515 930 O’Neill’s Haulage Korumburra

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‡™”‹–‡ –‘Â?‘””‘™ǥ ‘Â?‡ …Š‹Ž† ƒ– ƒ –‹Â?‡Ǥ VICTORIA’S LEADING BEACH CAMP Do you enjoy working with children? Are you energetic and enthusiastic?

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We require a:

CASUAL DAY LEADER Must be able to communicate with adults and students. Work Monday – Friday, except school holidays. A Working with Children Check required. Driver’s Licence essential. Training provided. Please send applications to Camp Waratah Bay Email: campwaratahbay@bigpond.com Post: 30 Gale Street, Waratah Bay 3959 Ph: 5684 1426 Applications close July 25, 2012

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POSITION VACANT

STOREPERSON 0.4 EFT Minimum Applications are invited for the above position minimum 32 hours per fortnight. Applicants must be available to work additional hours to cover periods of staff leave and absences. The successful candidate will be required to provide stores and delivery services at both Leongatha and Korumburra Campuses. There is a requirement to lift and move equipment in line with current safety guidelines. Good computer and communication skills are essential. Candidates will require a current Victorian Driver’s Licence and Victorian Police record check. GSHS offers a comprehensive orientation program on commencement of employment. All staff have access to excellent staff mentoring, education and support programs. Salary Packaging is available to all permanent staff. An employment application kit and position description are available to download from the GSHS website www.gshs.com.au or by telephoning the Administration Assistant on 5667 5643. For further information about this position contact Mark Withers on 5667 5628. Completed application kits should be forwarded by Friday, 27th July 2012 to: Mark Withers Maintenance Manager Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA 3953

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MILKER required

Must have experience in herringbone and rotary dairies. Extra hours between milkings may be available at times. INVERLOCH Phone 0427 212 399

wanted

Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is among the largest community health providers in regional Victoria. LCHS provides health and support services to over 22,000 clients across Gippsland. In late 2012 LCHS will open a dynamic new GP clinic at its state-of-the-art Morwell facility. The LCHS GP Clinic will provide fully Integrated Primary Healthcare. There are exciting opportunities for people to join our team and be part of shaping this exciting new development in community health.

BCCHS seeks expressions of interest for the full time employment of an enthusiastic person to work directly with the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer, and support Senior Management with a range of administrative activities. Remuneration for this position as per relevant qualiďŹ cations. Please visit our website: www.bcchs.com.au to obtain a position description for this exciting role. Applicants must address the selection criteria and submit a BCCHS Application for Employment form. Applications close 5 pm July 30 2012. Forward by email to: hr@bcchs.com.au Or mail to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road, San Remo 3925

Positions available include:

GROUP TRAINING

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INDIGENOUS VACANCY-BAIRNSDALE BUSINESS TRAINEESHIP STATE GOVERNMENT OPPORTUNITY

For more information visit visit www.lchs.com.au/careers For more information www.lchs.com.au/careers Free Call 1800 242 696

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Most photos that appear in The Star can be purchased by calling 5662 2294.

MEGT Group Training currently has an opportunity available for an Indigenous candidate to start a Business Traineeship within a Government Department located in Bairnsdale. As a trainee you will complete a Certificate III in Business whilst gaining 12 months worth of experience. Your role will include: • Administration Support • Filing, faxing and photocopying • Use of computer systems Our ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently as well as within a team environment. This role is a terrific opportunity to gain valuable work experience, earn while you learn and obtain a nationally recognised qualification. If you wish to apply for this position, please forward your resumÊ, to Ashleigh.tollkuhn@megt.com.au or call 0448 338 021

work wanted

CLEANER / qualified cook / baby sitter, experienced, reliable, Leongatha / Korumburra area, part time or casual. Reasonable rates, references available. Ph: 0437-125228.

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

wanted

WANTED

Executive Assistant

Clinic Positions

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RETAIL ASSISTANT SO’ME (57 Bair Street, Leongatha) seeks casual to work odd days or extended periods. Ph: 5657-4490 after 7pm.

300 - 3000 ACRES OF LAND TO LEASE LONG TERM REQUIRED With various options considered Phone: Daniel Morrison, Jefferis & Associates 5662 5662 BUS. HOURS

wanted

garage sales

DUST IT AWAY CLEANING SERVICE

GARAGE SALE

Family business DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL CLEANING Pensioner rates COVERING SOUTH GIPPSLAND AREA Phone 0400 614 056 or 0409 547 461

free

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

CHAINSAWS AND STATIONARY ENGINES ETC. Repairs and services

Phone JOHN GOULD 5664 0012

The “STAR� can help you promote your event with our

$25 GARAGE SALE KIT KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $31.90) • 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

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PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LEONGATHA 2 Bdrm unit $245 pw Available now MEENIYAN 3 Bdrm house $250 pw Available now 3 Bdrm house $230 pw Available now MIRBOO NORTH Rural Property 2 Bdrm house $220 pw Available 24th August Rent with us now and you could win a share of the $50,000 cashdrop! Visit our website to find out how.

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FOR RENT

3 Bedroom House Nice shed Close to shops LEONGATHA Phone 0419 893 204

for sale

HAY CLEARANCE 1,000 small square bales, shedded, ex quality, suitable for horses. Must go $7 each. Can deliver 50 or more, conditions apply. Mardan 5664-1320, 0428999691. HAY & SILAGE Phone 5182-5947, 0427-825947. KITCHEN PACKAGE Euro appliances, electric, all new unopened: oven 60cm fanforced s/steel Primera Euro; cooktop 60cm ceramic black Primera Euro; rangehood 60cm slide-out white Grande Euro; dishwasher 60cm s/ steel Primera Euro. $2,000 the lot, pick up. Mirboo North. Ph: 0423-377571. OATEN HAY 8x4x3, 2010 season, weather damaged, $70. First cut lucerne, small squares, no weather damage. Delivery available. 0427-963540. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662. SMUDGER - heavy rail 2.9m x 1.9m, double sided, $1,200. 5674-5544. STANDING SHEDS for removal, 17 x 9m, 6 x 6m, 8 x 10m. Ph: 0408-591854. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

meetings SOUTH GIPPSLAND Walking and Adventure Club Inc. AGM at Cottage Restaurant, Inlet Hotel Inverloch, Thursday July 26. Tea 6pm, AGM 8pm.

Monday, July 23 7.30pm Dumbalk Recreation Reserve

Jenny Milkins CAM ABOOD

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

PAM HERRALD

DATE: Tuesday, August 7 TIME: 6.30pm for dinner VENUE: Bairs Hotel RSVP Sandra at Hair Bairs 5662 4777 Guest speaker: Ken Fraser, South Gippsland Shire’s Economic Development Officer

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LEONGATHA RED CROSS

FREE QUOTES

Thursday July 26 at 10.30am

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APPLE, pear and plum trees, bare-rooted. Large range, heritage varieties, Strzelecki Heritage Apples, 1699 Warragul Road, Strzelecki. Ph: 5659-5242. Open Sat 9-5, Sun 1-5, July and August. COONARA Compact insert wood heater inc. flue. Little use, $950. 5662-4565. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. HAY $7 per bale, excellent quality, free delivery for 100 or more. Ph: 0419-313483.

BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE Friesian, Jersey, Angus, Hereford and Limo All tested Phone 0447 331 762

LEONGATHA RSL All welcome

Ruby Hall Association Inc

AGM

On Wednesday July 25 at 7.30pm Followed by a General Meeting in the RUBY HALL Tea, coffee and biscuits after

used motorcycles HONDA CB450, 1972, reg. until April 2013, 1F5GV, recent RWC, just serviced, receipts, clean old bike, $6,250 neg. 0431-380089.

used vehicles

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

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593 2008 SUBARU Impreza, AWD, auto, 75,000km, $17,000. UZD257. Ph: 0417-379267.

wanted to buy OLD FARM four wheelers, ag bikes, machinery, to do up. Call and let me know what you have. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

LEONGATHA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY INC.

4-WHEELER Honda TRX 250, 2008 model. New rear tyres, clean bike, $3,200 ONO. Ph: 0448-254714.

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Lots of love from Mum, Dad, Jessica, Jarrod, Nan and Pa

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

167 Graham Street Wonthaggi

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TOP FIREWOOD, dry local gum, $90 per metre. Nyora. Ph: 0488-091453, 0415560263.

WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE

Happy 21st Birthday Rebecca

MDU CRICKET CLUB INC

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS & SALES

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SOUTH GIPPSLAND CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU

Annual General Meeting will be held

Tuesday, August 21, 2012 12 noon At the Leongatha RSL upstairs meeting room RSVP for catering 5662 2111

thanks PROSSER - Harry. Would like to thank everyone for their lovely cards and best wishes on the occasion of his 90th birthday.

births ALTUBE (Holtschke) Aleesa and Andrew are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Alexander John on July 5, weighing 7lb 2oz. A handsome grandson for Bernie and Lorraine to love.

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message of hope GRACE and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 2 Peter 1:2.

in memoriam Richards (Dowling) Kelly Maree 13.7.2011

A year has passed and our hearts still miss our beloved daughter, sister and friend. Love Dad, Cam, Jodie and Sally HANNAN - Jack. 24.4.1927 - 14.7.2011 Deep in my heat you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day. Till we meet again. Helga and family.

deaths HOLT - Gwen. Passed away peacefully in her sleep at Leongatha Hospital on July 16, aged 88. Loving wife of the late Allen Holt and loved aunt of Bev, Sandra, John and Greg. Remembered with love. Rest in peace. HOLT (Hannon) - Gwen. 8.3.1924 - 16.7.2012 Dearly loved sister of Jack (dec) and Helga. Loved aunt of Stephen, Tony, Kevin, Linda, Ricky and families. All the family now reunited forever. McDONALD - Kevin. Late of Frankston, formerly of Leongatha. Much loved brother-in-law of Len and Ethel, Joy and John (dec), Mavis and Geoff, Alan and Leonie, Gwen and Arthur (dec), friend of Peter, Sylvia and Keith, George and Kaye. Fond uncle to all of his nieces and nephews. Rest in peace.

deaths SPARK (nee Henry) Nancy Campbell. Passed away on July 10, 2012 at Maryvale Private Hospital. Aged 86 years. Loving wife of Ray and adored mother of Anne and Russell, Daryl and Leaanne, Peter and Wendy. Treasured nanna of Ashley, Kylie, Lisa, Christopher, Kathryn, and Michael. Great nanna of Zoe, Ryan, and Hannah. Forever in our hearts and will be sadly missed. Private funeral. SPARK - Nancy. Good friend of Ron and Naomi Zaghet. You will be sadly missed. WRENCH (nee Saunders) - Elizabeth Myrtle (Myrtle). October 25, 1927 - July 13, 2012 Passed away peacefully at Korumburra Hospital. Dearly loved and loving wife of Alan (dec) for 50 years. Reunited with Alan. Now dancing with the stars. Dearly loved cousin of Val and Dennis, loved Aunty Myrtle of Travis, Leesa, Daniel, Nicole, Cameron, Renae, Leigh and their families. Chow Chow Myrtle. Forever in our hearts. Our thanks to all staff at Hillside Lodge and Korumburra Hospital for the level of care and the compassion shown to Myrtle.

funerals WRENCH - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs Elizabeth Myrtle (Myrtle) Wrench will be held at St Paul’s Anglican Church, Bridge Street, Korumburra on Wednesday, July 18 at 2pm. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Korumburra Cemetery.

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Council seeks Korumburra interest SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will shortly be advertising for expressions of interest for the Korumburra Central Project.

The project explores options of retail development of the former Shire of Korumburra office site, which houses the library, gallery and community meeting rooms. N “A new retail development that includes a major supermarket is envisaged for Korumburra, but where should it be located?” said chief executive officer Tim Tamlin. “Council has carefully considered this question and believes that this council land plays an important catalytic role in forming a site big enough for such a development to regenerate the retail range in Korumburra. “Its position on the western entry into the town offers a corner frontage that could enhance the main street shop- p ping experience.” The suitability of the library site for this use was identified by council in response to the Priority Development Panel Report on the Korumburra Town Centre and Structure Plan, May 2010. Expressions of interest (EOI) will be sought for the council land within the preferred site (library site and p surrounding private land) and for other council land con- p tained within the core retail block bounded by Commercial Street, King Street, Victoria Street and Radovick Street. “The EOI represents a ‘big picture’ approach to identifying the best ideas for Korumburra’s future,” Mr Tamlin said. “The responses will help us understand the level and type of retail development that we should continue to plan for, along with understanding the level of interest in the project. “We are still gathering information and will be looking at submissions on the basis of the proposed retail mix and how the development could create an attractive, safe and highly accessible place for the community.” In addition to the EOI, council is advancing its work to p identify relocation sites for the community services which may be affected by Korumburra Central and will continue to work closely with community groups in this regard. Neither the EOI process, nor any subsequent development of the site, will compromise existing community services. Council’s Community Services Directorate is working in consultation with the interested parties to address relocation options.

Rangers are award finalists BASS Coast Shire Council’s community safety rangers are finalists in the Keep Australia Beautiful Protection of the Environment Award.

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Council’s community and economic development director Steve Piasente said the nomination recognised the innovative program the rangers ran over summer, educating dog owners to ‘do the right thing’. “We took a positive approach as part of a twoweek campaign to increase awareness of responsible pet ownership and council’s local regulations among residents and visitors,” he said. “Rangers provided leads for dogs that were not on a leash and gave out handy dog poo bags to encourage people to clean up after their pet.” Judges visited Bass Coast during this year’s pet expo to see council’s promotion of responsible pet ownership. “The judges discussed the program with council staff and looked at the program’s display which gave important information on why it ran, current service levels, outcomes of the two week activity and future options,” Mr Piasente explained. “They were impressed with the partnerships formed with other agencies and the initiatives put in place to ensure the program is ongoing.” Winners of the Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria Awards will be announced in Melbourne on Friday, July 27.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - PAGE 61

Philippines bound By Naomi Cantwell, work experience student

SOUTH Coast Christian College is sending yet another team of Year 10s to the Philippines.

The school has sent a mission team to Philippines every year for 11 years and they’re not about to break the tradition. A small team of students made up of Caleb Gale, Jed Boucher, Josh Bracken, Cassandra McRae, Nadine Shields and Naomi Cantwell are “following God’s calling for them”. Accompanying them are parents Kerry Bracken, Danielle Cantwell, Adam (Chris) Cook and a teacher at the school, John Long. Why? Simply because “God told us to”. One student said that “The aim of the trip is to grow in the (Holy) Spirit by preaching the gospel and sharing God’s love with the Filipinos.”

The students will be leaving on September 19 for two weeks and will be staying mainly in the Corner Stone House orphanage in Cebu with former citizen of Leongatha, David Grey, who also felt God’s calling to the Philippines. The students are all looking forward to experiencing a different culture and being exposed to a Third World country. People in previous teams have come back “somehow different, like something had changed inside them.” One previous student of the school said her trip to the Philippines was a “real life changer, it really opened my eyes”. Another student said “something comes over you”. All the students know is they will have to speak to thousands of people, visit prisons and leprosariums, hospitals, schools, put on shows for kids, sing and dance, and most of all share the love and hope of Jesus with the people in the Philippines.

More emergencies at Wonthaggi WONTHAGGI Hospital emergency department staff saw more patients during the first quarter of this year than the previous one.

A total of 3882 patients was seen, an increase of 178. State Health Minister David Davis said Bass Coast Regional Health (of which Wonthaggi Hospital is a part) “showed strong performance across a range of key areas”. The Victorian Health Services Performance Re-

port showed the hospital treated 100 per cent of category one emergency patients immediately on their arrival at the hospital emergency department. Eighty-four per cent of emergency department patients were discharged home within the benchmark four hours – up from 83 per cent in the previous quarter. Seventy per cent of category two patients were treated within 10 minutes of arrival at the emergency department, up from 61 per cent. Seventy-eight per cent

of category three patients were treated within 30 minutes of arrival, equal to the previous three months and above the state wide target of 75 per cent. Seventy-eight per cent of semi-urgent category four patients were treated within an hour of arrival, up from 77 per cent in the previous three months. Mr Davis said, “Our hospitals are giving our urgent patients the priority they deserve.” Gippsland Southern Health Service is too small to be included in the quarterly data report.

Top notch Vintage bikes roll through

A TOUCH of vintage rolled through Leongatha on Saturday as the Vintage Motorcycle Club of Victoria’s Brass Monkey rally came through.

FINALISTS for the 2012 Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards have been announced. The following local businesses have been named as finalists this year. In the good access is good business category finalists are Phillip Island Tenpin Bowling and Entertainment Centre at Cowes and the Grantville Pharmacy. In the manufacturing and fabrication category the local finalist is Shakanda Australia in Leongatha. In the retail category, finalists are Strzelecki Newsagency at Mirboo North, Hillies Meats at San Remo and the Grantville pharmacy. In the sustainable business practice section, the Venus Bay Eco Retreat is a finalist. The tourism category named the Big 4 Inverloch Holiday Park, the Coast magazine at San Remo and Camp Rumbug at Foster North. Winners will be announced at a gala presentation evening, which is to be held on Friday, August 31 at Monash University Auditorium, Gippsland Campus.

Great roads: Brass Monkey Rally organiser Dennis Read-Smith loves the South Gippsland area. Below Nice ride: Daryl Stayches, Larry Devlin and Jeff Farrogia form the Latrobe Valley said that riding through South Gippsland offered some great views.

Under 18s take home cup THE Alberton Football Netball League Under 18 interleague team took home the Latrobe City Cup after an intense day of football on Wednesday.

Winners: the Under 18 AFNL interleague team before their games on Wednesday. They ended up victorious. Photo courtesy Sue Crawford.

Top effort: the ANFL Under 16 interleague side gave it their all but didn’t prevail on Wednesday.

The rally of around 50 riders travelled all over the region throughout the weekend, taking advantage of the great scenery and windy roads we have to offer. Organiser Dennis Read-Smith loves the South Gippsland area. “I grew up in Mirboo North and love the roads around here,” he said. “I like to show my fellow club members what this part of the world has to offer.” Riders came from all over Victoria and some interstate for the ride.

The squad won all their games in the junior carnival at Yinnar while the Under 16 team put in a valiant effort against their opponents. More success went to the Alberton Under 18 side, with Thomas Wyatt of Korumburra-Bena named best player of the competition. Korumburra-Bena’s Josh Hopkins was the best Alberton player in the Under 16 competition. League president John Schelling was very happy with

the effort put in by the boys. “It’s great to see them come out on top,” he said. “It says great things about the junior competition we run as well.” Results Under 18s: Alberton FNL - 4.4.28 v Gippsland FL 2.7.19. Alberton FNL - 5.3.33 v Ellinbank FL 3.3.21. Alberton FNL - 9.4.58 v Mid Gippsland FL 5.5.35. Best player: Thomas Wyatt. Under 16s: Alberton FNL - 1.1.7 v Gippsland FL 8.8.56. Alberton FNL - 4.4.28 v Ellinbank FL 4.6.30. Alberton FNL - 5.2.32 v Mid Gippsland FL 6.2.38. Best player: Josh Hopkins.

Action packed: even though they were short games at the junior interleague carnival, the AFNL sides made sure they were action packed.

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Korumburra Wildcats domestic basketball grand finals

Under 12 girls: Jackson 26 d Harrower 24, (back from left) Taneka Roffey, Lisa Whiteside, Ester Evans, Jaime Chila (MVP), Erin McLean, Grace Matser, Lily Kosal, (front) Arli Wilkins, Cayli Lane, Mackenzie Finlay, Heidi Burgers, Emily Field, Amy Harkin.

Under 12 boys: Wizards 42 d Heat 41, (back from left) L. Hall, Finn Materia, T. Moody, J. Newcombe (MVP), T. Newton, L. White, (front) Mitchell Bentvelzen, Mathew Allen, J. Anthony, Zeke Olden, T. Harkin, R. Levey, Patrick Biro.

Under 14/16 girls: Capitals 33 d Boomers 15, (back from left) Niki Stockdale, Abby, Kenny, Darcy Holmes, Zoe Allen, Chloe Hogg, Jodie Roberts, (front) Maddie Dixon, Bryley Angwin, Chelsea Loh, Charli Chila Amy Harkin.

Under 14 boys: Jazz 50 d Spurs 28, (back from left) Jazz coach Jason Kelly, Aidan Wyhoon, Travis Whiteside, Trent Kelly, Eric Zurbic, Jordan Grabham, Reece Stark, Josh Wyhoon (MVP), Spurs coach Julian Whiteside, (front) Chris Matser, Lachie Snooks, Lachie Row, Tully Benaldo, Tom Anthony, Tom Whiteside.

Under 16 boys: Jazz 44 d Celtics 31 (back from left) Kyle Materia, Jasper Macri, Chris Fowels, Will Lumby, Dylan Wilson (MVP), (front) Hugh Suckling, Halen Duff, Rhys Dixon, Matt Kennewell, Josh Patullo.

Under 18 boys: Rodwell 41 d Mortimer 33, (back from left) Damian Hansch, Lachie Auddino, Rhys Arestia, Kurt Cosson, Izaak Brain, Jacob Zwierson, (front) Dylan Wilson, Matt Kennewell, Zach Walker, Ben Levey, Ryan Johnson.

B women: Bunch of Grapes 29 d Heat 25, (back from left) Ash Verdon, Hannah Engel, Tamara West, Sharelle Mackin, Jo Greaves (front) Seanan Donohue, Kara Schelling (MVP), Sophie Herrald.

A women: Mirboo 39 d Flames 34 (back from left) Alice Pratt, Jess Hillar (MVP), Shona Chila, Danni Hillar, Louisa Pratt, (front) Kaila Bentvelzen, Gemma Dixon, Shannon Heylen, Tayla Smith, Skye Hancock, Abbey Moriarty.

A men: Molten 39 d Wildcats 35, (back from left) Brock Churchill, Kyle Arestia, Justin Smith (MVP), Ash Snooks, Ash Zuidema, Daniel Johnson, (front) Joel Winderlich, Aidan Simmons, Rhys Arestia, Brock Dorling, Lachie Auddino, Ryan Johnson.

Masters: Trav. Gilmores 33 d B.S.C 29, (back from left) Gerald Higgins, T. Ginane, Billy Clark, Phill Brydon (MVP), Greg Bolge, Trevor Riseley, R. Van Rooye, (front) M. Fawcett, Luke Lamers, Jason Kennedy, M. Hams, B. Grabham, K. Hoekstra.

Life member: KBA president Carl Baido presents life membership to Warren Burgess.

Best club person: Andrew Roberts (middle) presents Paul Dickson and Merrissa Cosson with the Roberts Family Best Club Person.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - PAGE 63

Leongatha SATURDAY’S two-man ambrose was contested by 31 pairs and the result was a convincing win to a couple of low-handicap golfers. Roland Rees, one of our successful Division 2 pennant team, and his guest David Ayton (5 handicap) scored 65-3-62 to be three strokes clear of the field. Trevor Rickard combined with our manager Michael James-Cull to take the runner-up prize with a score of 69-4-65. Michael also took out nearest the pin on the 16th hole with Jason Keays winning pro-pin. Ball winners: R Jakeman-A. Peake 65¼, D. Patterson- S. Dickson 65¼, K Castwood-G. McDonald 65½, D. McMeekin-S. Fisher 66¼, C. de Bondt-J. Keays 66¼, D. Elvins-R. Wright 66¼, F. and S. de Bondt 66¾, G. and J. Burt 67.

Tuesday Learning the game: all of these young golfers were keen to get on the Leongatha Golf Course during last week’s golf clinic which was run by the club.

Wonthaggi OUR Saturday stableford event was once again played in very wet conditions. Our ground staff are no longer able to cut the wet areas and as a result we may be forced to play tee ups very soon - will keep you updated. We had 65 players and the winners are as follows: A Grade D. Williams 38 points, B Grade J. Walsh 37 points, C Grade L. Hamer 35 points. Balls down the line R. Bolding 37, J. Sartori 36, P. Harley 36, K. Loughran 35, C. Jeeves 35 R. Walker 35, S. Lowe 34, N. Burne 34. Nearest the pins 2nd D. Williams, 8th G. Moresco, 13th S. Lowe, 17th J. Sartori. The highlight of the day was the five-time club champion Michael Scott having an air shot on the 10th hole. We applaud those people who are using carts as you are all driving in the correct spots and showing great respect for the course. Keep up the good work. A quick thank you to Tony and Mavis for mastering our new computer system and completing our handicapping and competition results in such a professional and accurate manner. This Saturday’s event in the syllabus was to be a fourball, but with smaller than normal fields it has been changed and we will now play stableford. If any member is interested in standing for committee please contact our president Darren Green as we are seeking enthusiastic members to assist us in running the Wonthaggi Golf Club. Good golfing and I will see you all next week.

Korumburra THIRTY-THREE players attended the par competition on Saturday July 14, trophies A Worthy and CCR was 70. R. Young scored a hole-in-one on the 10th. A Grade: L. Fowles +1. Balls L. Sharp -1, T O’Neill -2, J. Solly -2, P. Hopkins -2, K. Pope -2. B Grade: A. Worthy +4. Balls: R. Young +3, R. Newton +1, C. Rielly +1. Putting: 1st S. Webster, 7th M. Webb, 10th R. Young hole-in-one, 13th G. Wilson. NAGA: S. Rose -11. Tuesday winner: T. Marotti 39 points. Thursday winner: R. Spokes 36 points.

Schools ‘Choose Awesome’ STAFF at Leongatha Secondary College have had a $1000 cash injection after winning the inaugural I Choose Awesome School Challenge. Staff from Leongatha SC, Wonthaggi McBride and Dudley campuses and Korumburra have for the last 12 weeks been eating and exercising their way to a healthier lifestyle as they competed for the title of Awesome School 2012. A total of 45 staff were involved from across the campuses in the program which aims to guide participants through healthy lifestyle changes such as; positive thinking, exercise and healthy eating habits. “It’s all about education,” said Kallum Fidoe, co-director of ICA. “And who better to educate than the educators. Staff at schools across the nation have a direct influence on the youth they interact with daily and when we approached schools with this idea of leading by example they loved it.” Aim of the program is to arm the participants with the tools they need to remain focused, motivated, exercise effi-

Fitter already: directors of I Choose Awesome, Kallum Fidoe, Benjamin Selby-Hele present Russell Ogden with the $1000 award for the staff at Leongatha Secondary College. ciently and enable them to construct healthy eating plans for themselves which are achievable and maintainable. “We are striving for our program to gain government approval and roll out nationwide on the back of some fantastic results from these schools in South Gippsland,” said Benjamin Selby-Hele, codirector of ICA. Although this is not a weight loss program, weight measurements were taken at the beginning and end of the 12 weeks. “Weight loss is a by product of healthy lifestyle change,” Kallum

added. “The average weight loss was four kilograms over the period however the most marked change was how people felt. “Surveys showed most participants had more energy, felt stronger, less stressed and generally healthier. Almost all felt they could maintain their results moving forward.” Leongatha SC took out the title of Awesome School 2012 winning the $1000 prize. Schools were judged on the positive impact the challenge had on the staff or broader school community.

The Irish fourball was played by counting the two best and the worst scores of the group on each hole. The pressure on each member of the team to at least

score one point becomes quite intense. Clear-cut winners were Geoff Linguey, Bert Borg, Mike Wrigley and Peter Walsh, who tallied 100 points. Nic Cairns and Ed Poole were nearest the pin winners and balls went to the following teams: P. Hobson, D. Forbes, R. Burton, G. McDonald 96; P. Horman, A. Heniley, J. Keays, A. Edney 92.

Thursday

The event was generously sponsored by L. J. Hooker and the club appreciates their support. A Grade winners were Gene Vanderzalm (38) from Nic Cairns (36). In B Grade Peter Hobson (34) won ahead of Al Sperling (32). Colin Clifford (38) was well ahead of runner-up Frank Smedley (29) in C Grade. Nearest the pin prizes went to a pair of Peters - Walsh on 14th and Brownlie on 16th. Down the line balls to B. Hutton, P. Brownlie, A. Macfarlane 35; P. Hartigan, G. McDonald 33; M. Edney, J. Moor 32; P. Walsh, D. Vorwerg, G. Maher 31. The next two Saturdays will be individual stableford events.

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Leongatha Ladies

LAST Saturday Jackson and Lawry Optometrists sponsored our stableford event.

THURSDAY was a stableford with S. Henning (6) winning with 42 pts.

WEDNESDAY, July 11 the ladies played stableford for the first round of the Mudrunners Plate sponsored by Pat Pease.

The A Grade winner with 40 points was Warren Turner. B Grade, also with 40 points, went to Gary Young whilst Simon Sullivan took out C Grade with 36 points. The balls went to I. Balfour, F. Dekker and B. Beilby and the nearest the pins were won by Peter Burgess and Ian Balfour. The ball raffle went to Jim Newton syndicate. The ladies event was won by Sue Wakefield with a nearest the pin on the 17th going to Shirley Thomas. Don’t forget that this Thursday is meal and raffle night, so come along, have a great meal and possibly win something in the raffles. Next week we will play our fourball championships. The event is held over 36 holes. However you can play either day. Saturday’s event will be sponsored by Graham and Will Kennedy and Sunday will be sponsored by Panthers Mensland.

Woorayl ladies LAST weeks’ stableford round was sponsored by SoMe, with Sue Wakefield (15) the winner on the day with 33 points. Balls down the line

Meeniyan SATURDAY was listed a 4BB aggregate but due to the small field a single stableford event was played with the sponsor for the day being Pat Byrnes Excavations which is much appreciated. The winner for the day was Peter Wilson with 38 points. Runner-up was AJ McHarg with 36 points. Balls down the line went to Col Graeme 35 pts and Ian Inglis with 33 points. Nearest the pin on the 8th was won by Col Stewart. The pro pin on the 11th was won by Col Graeme. Tuesday was a single stableford event with the winner being Daryle Gregg with 37 points. Balls down the line went to Jim Cusack with 33 points. Nearest the pin on the 4th was won by Bob McGeary. Thursday was a single stableford event with the winner being Tony McHarg with 36 points. Balls down the line went to Fred Stalker 31 pts and Reg Hannay with 31 points. Nearest the pin on the 8th was won by Phil Johnston.

went to Thel Scoble (22) with 31 points and Marg Higgins (23) with 29 points. Nearest the pin on the 8th was Lois Young, on the 11th was Ann Poole and on the 17th was Fay Maynard.

Down the line balls went to L. Visser 41 pts and D. Symmons 37 pts. Saturday was the president’s trophy qualifying stableford M. Payne (8) taking out A Grade on 37 pts countback. B Grade went to J. Hughes (14) on 37 pts. Down the line balls went to S. Henning 37 pts, J. McFarlane 37 pts, M. Higginbottom 35 pts, P. Chapman 33 pts and R. Matthews 33 pts. Nearest the pin on the 4th was P. Chapman, 6th M Fletcher, 13th P. Chapman and 16th M. Payne. 2nd Shot on 1st Hole NTP: S Henning Ladies winner T. Higginbottom (26) on 28 pts.

The day’s event was sponsored by Maxine Eabry. A Grade: Bev Martin (22) 30 pts countback Deb Miller B Grade: Jill Kenneally (27) 28 pts. NTP 14th: Trish Owen. Down the line balls: Deb Miller 30 pts, Wendy Parker 29 pts, Nancy Sperling 29 pts, Shirley Welsford 28 pts. New member Jill Kenneally was successful in her first competition. Saturday, July 14 the ladies played Par. Winner: Wendy Lund (45) -4. Down the line ball: Wendy Parker -6.

SG Veterans

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‘BEWARE of soothsayers and weather forecasts’ is probably the soundest advice I can offer for those embarking upon adult life. The field stretched to the 45 who made the trip, 14 of them from Wonthaggi. The stableford competition was divided into A and B Grades with Doug Munro, (15), of Wonthaggi winning A Grade with 37 points. Phillip Island’s Don Chapman, (28), won B Grade with 34 points. Each received a rain cover for bag and buggy, a very appropriate prize for these times. Nearest the pins went to John Little, (Korumburra), on 4 and John Smith, (Wonthaggi), on 15. Ball run down went to 30 points. Our next game is at Korumburra on Thursday August 9. Almost 100 years ago a well known writer commented that society was divided into several layers. At the top was the Monarch followed by the aristocracy, the upper class, the middle class, the working class, the unemployed, the criminal underworld and left handed golfers. In these enlightened times we know differently, unemployment affects all layers of society.

The course continues to be in great winter condition. We welcome our new apprentice curator Shaun Chasling who started last week, and look forward to him sharing our passion for the course and the game. On Tuesday Brian Blake (24) showed he has lost none of his touch, and returned a great round of 40 pts to win easily. Down the line ball went to Robert Fulton (12) on 33 pts. Lloyd McKenzie took the nearest the pin. Saturday was our 4BBB Championship and we played for trophies provided by Warrawee Holiday Apartments. These were Lloyd McKenzie (7) and Robert Fulton (11), Scott Rathjen (9) and David Knee (24), Norm Cooper (8) and David Hutchinson (11), and James Freeman (3) and Tony Vanin (6). Norm and David produced some great golf to have a 3 under 33 on the back nine to get into the playoff – Norm was on fire with four birdies himself. A playoff over holes 16, 17 and 18 reduced the tie to two pairs – Lloyd McKenzie and Robert Fulton and James Freeman and Tony Vanin. However by that time darkness had set in and it was decided to resume the playoff on Sunday. This became a sudden death playoff starting on the 1st hole. James and Tony came out on top on the first playoff hole with James knocking it on in two to produce a good regulation par. The handicap event was won by Don Cripps (24) – that name just keeps popping up lately - and Larry Giddy (18) who had the great score of 62 net. Don received about 17 knockbacks before Larry agreed to partner him, but he may get a few more takers next time. The down the line balls went to Lloyd McKenzie and Robert Fulton with 64 net, and Norm Cooper and David Hutchinson on 65 net. Other good scores were Scott Rathjen and David Knee on 65 net, Paul Spencer (28) and Kevin De Silveira (36) with 66 net, and Steve Reid (9) and Kevin Witheridge (13) on 66 net. The encouragement award went to Trevor Jones and Peter Wright on 73 net. The nearest the pinss went to Scott Rathjen (2 holes), Robert Fulton, Neil Chandler and Tony Vanin.

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Buffalo indoor

Mardan indoor

ON Wednesday July 11 a good roll-up of bowlers took part at Buffalo, with visitors from Korumburra and Fish Creek swelling the ranks. We had three mats out from our singles play-offs on Monday night where Toni Heldens and Rod McConchie were victorious. They now go on to represent the club at the SGIBBA Singles Championships at Dumbalk next week. Fish Creek bowlers took the opportunity to conduct their play-offs before social bowls, resulting in Glenys Pilkington and Peter Tiziani being winners for Fish Creek. Col Densley thanked Buffalo for this courtesy. Six teams of three were selected for three games (eight ends) of six-bowl triples, with mixed results. Winners on countback were Bill Wolswinkel (5), Ian Benson/ Peter Heldens and Peter Tiziani (WWW) 16 ends from Toni Heldens (5), Andrew Hanks and Dudley Harrison (WWW) 15 ends. Then followed Lee Armstrong (S), Glenis Densley and Mary Tumino (WWL) 13 ends, Charlie Tumino (S), Glenys Pilkington and Joe Occipinti (LLW) 12 ends. Countback for fifth - Rod McConcie (S), Joyce Occipinti and Kevin Robinson (LLL) nine ends and Col Densley (S), Carolyn Benson and Illene Tiziani (LLL) seven ends enjoying their chat! Best first game: Bill 10/4. Second game: Lee 9/3. Third game: Toni 13/ Thanks to Chloe Banfield for collecting bowls and scoring for Nanny (Toni) - had a bowl at the end of the night and won some chips in the raffle, a good night. A really enjoyable night and hope to see everyone again next Wednesday for social bowls, 7.30pm at Buffalo Hall.

I guess my comment last week about the “Little man” must have scared a few members off this week. He was back from his travels and looking refreshed and raring to go. Only nine members came along for a roll out and they were Vito, Ian Hasty, Ian Bristow, Russel and Jeanette (The Grady Bunch), Jeannie and Ronnie (The Bakers) Theresa Bateman and yours truly Tony A-C. It was decided to play two teams one with five and the other four and we battled it out over 25 ends. What a great night. Ronnie and Theresa alternated at each end as the lead so that everyone got a fair go and I reckon Ronnie would have been wide awake when he got home having saved

Inverloch WEDNESDAY, July 11 was Mixed Mufti lawn bowls. With only six players attending, there was no match, so a practice session was held instead. Seven players participated in two games of mixed triples and fours on the carpet, both of 10 ends. Winners of both games were Margaret Flett, Pat Stoneham and Nell Van Grunsven.

Dumbalk indoor ON Monday night, July 9 the Jersey breeders played bowls with us. After playing two ends of eight, and one of five ends, the winners were Henry Wallis, Luke Wallis, Mary Tumino, Bev Tyers +13 winners. The runners-up were Colin Dowel, Col Densley, George Bentley, Coral Muller +7. Social bowls on Monday night, 7.30pm at Dumbalk hall, all welcome.

TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90

At Port Phillip Heads

JULY Time

18 WED

19 THUR

20 FRI

21 SAT

22 SUN

23 MON

24 TUE

height (metres)

0415 1130 1649 2248

0.50 1.41 0.94 1.29

0514 1219 1754 2349

0.47 1.47 0.88 1.31

0604 1303 1845

0045 0647 1345 1928

0.44 1.53 0.80

1.36 0.41 1.58 0.71

0134 0727 1422 2008

1.41 0.40 1.62 0.63

0220 0805 1500 2046

1.46 0.41 1.65 0.54

0306 0845 1535 2125

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some energy from the walking between ends. He certainly had more time to sit on his old bag (in house joke). There were some great bowls played throughout the night and for the best part of the game there were never more than a couple of points in it either way, until the last four ends when the “Famous Five” crept away a little. So after a great night of bowls and laughter this was how the story ends: Runners-up were: Jeannie Baker, Jeanette Grady, Tony Allen-Clay and Ian Bristow (skip). Winners by seven shots: Ron Baker, Theresa Bateman, Ian Hasty, Russel Grady and Vito Serafino (skip). Let’s hope we see a few more members next week. Thursday, July 12 was Winter Triples, with 18 players competing in three games of two-bowl triples, each of 14 ends, there were no teams winning three games. Of the four teams winning two games, the highest score of 46 points was made by Ron Burge, John Madden and Keith Cousens. Runners-up with 42 points were Mike Yates, Les Beaumont and Robert Huntley. The indoor bowls presentation night will be held at the clubrooms on Friday, August 24. As usual this will take the form of a dinner provided by the Stoneham family, and will include a presentation match between the men’s and ladies champions, which will determine the winner of the 2012 Don Stoneham memorial trophy. Club members note that a celebration of Ernie Treadwell’s 90th birthday will be held at the club rooms at 5.30pm on Friday, July 27. Bring a plate.

Stars red hot in cold SUNDAY was a true winter’s day and the men, women and juniors of both Korumburra and the South Coast Stars Soccer Clubs braved conditions that could only be described as a day that even a polar bear would feel cold in. The women played the first of the senior games and the strong icy wind made play challenging for both sides. Excellent defensive play meant both sides found scoring difficult. In the end Korumburra hit the back of the net three times to the Stars nil. Despite the score the game was extremely competitive. The men then took to the field and as luck would have it the day deteriorated even fur-

ther with light showers of rain gradually increasing to rain throughout the match. The Stars playing a shorter passing game and Korumburra playing a long ball game meant both sides had contrasting styles. Add to this the strong wind ,most of the game was played on one side of the pitch. Both sides also contested the ball hard, which meant the game was also quite physical at times. The Stars got on the scoreboard first within the first five minutes but Korumburra converted from a free kick close to the box. The Stars had recruited a new goal keeper, Mark Lindsey, for the game and despite the professional look he had much to do to keep his record as good as the previous full time goal keeper.

None the less the equalling goal by Korumburra early in the first half was to be his only blemish for the day. The Stars recorded their second goal soon after Korumburra’s first, with a fast paced run down the left hand side of the pitch. This was to be the last score of the half as both sides struggled to maintain any dominant possession possibly due to the weather and the intense aggression of both sides. The second half was again played mainly down the same side of the pitch. Even goal kicks were often affected by the strong wind and increasingly wet weather. The Stars’ shorter passing style of play was to prove a better game plan, especially for the conditions. Four more goals were to be scored in the game, all by the Stars. These all came with possession passes followed by accurate through balls for the fast running forwards to finish off. A 6-1 win keeps the Stars in view of the top four. With three new players in the backline a close tight game will be expected at Phillip Island this Sunday. This may define their season.

Knights women get win

Eyes on the ball: Chloe Rodda pushes forward for Korumburra in their win over the South Coast Stars on Sunday.

Squash season wraps up THE Leongatha squash club held its grand finals and presentation evening for the summer season Friday, June 29. A great night was had by all, with everyone looking forward to a new season starting in July. New member are always welcome.

Top left A Grade: (back from left) runners-up, Shane Collier, Rob Bacon, Steve Fowkes, Clint Newcombe, (front) winners Philomena Smith, John Jones, Brian Collier and Michael Foote. B Grade: (back from left) runners-up, Tom Ryan, Marlene Kirk, Grant Hosking, (front) winners Dave Ireland, Di Buttersworth, Geoff Williams.

The Leongatha v Drouin women’s match was a great game to watch with both teams putting in a fantastic effort. Drouin started the game with a strong wind at their backs which was proving to be a deciding factor in how the game was to be played, Drouin took full advantage, having most of the play in Leongatha’s half of the field, many long range shots taking m the wind to add power, using th but the Leongatha defence was as solid as a rock and in goals it was with Danika D

like having a brick wall in place, with the Gatha keeper pulling out at least four or five first class outstanding saves. Leongatha did not just sit back, they took the game to Drouin with some fantastic passing through the midfield to the two strikers up front, Jess and Rachel who linked up well on numerous occasions. After 30 minutes Jess passed through to Rachel to run on to score the first goal of the match. Drouin tried in vain to equalise before the break but were met only with the solid Gatha defence. Leongatha took to the field in the second half in great spirits and with the wind now in their favour took the game straight to Drouin, attacking from the outset and not relenting, with not only the Leongatha strikers but the midfielders of Tash, Loz, Tamara, Mimmie and Tayla pressing forward to attack. This frustrated the Drouin players and it was with only some scrambling defence that kept Jess from her first goal, but it was only a matter of time before Rachel was put through for another run to score her second for the game. With the game fully in their control Leongatha’s defensive four even got in on the act, pushing forward with Kim, Maddie, Cassie and Pauline getting into shooting positions. But they were unable to capitalise even when Cassie had a perfect position but fluffed the shot! In the end it didn’t matter, with Leongatha winning 2-0 against a side that was previously unbeaten all year. Player of the day could have gone to any of the players as it was a team win, but it deservedly went to Rachel who not only scored two goals but attacked, passed and played the team game well.

Wonthaggi table tennis Wo WITH the end of the winter competition in sight the Wonthaggi Association is asking intending players for the next season, commencing in August to register their interest now. There is no age limit, with current players aged between eight and 75 years in three grades. New players aged eight to 14 for junior coaching will also be accepted.

Croydon junior championships Congratulations Brittney, Tanya, Zach, Caitlyn and Dean on a very successful day at Croydon. You all played like champions. Junior coaching recommences this week, Thursday, July 19, from 6pm to 7pm at the table tennis centre. B Grade finals will be played on July 26 from 7pm to 8pm. Finals teams and players are as follows: Bullants Tristan Thomas, Jaxon Wade

through to the grand final; preliminary final Slashers (Micah Condron, Euan Connors) v Destroyers (Josh Bailey, Jack Connors). Winner to play Bullants in the grand final.

Ladder A Grade In it to win it .............52 49 (228) MP’s...........................44 41 (195) Thrashers ..................36 41 (211) Dynamites ...................8 23 (140) Barca ...........................4 22 (134) A Reserve We the People ...........28 47 (166) Kakoii Ushi ...............24 45 (175) Who Knows...............20 47 (169) Homebrand ...............20 43 (168) Thrashers ..................20 41 (152) 3 Amigos .............bye 16 38 (151) Awesome....................16 37 (150)

Leading players A Grade Bruce Harmer ................. 27 (109) Michael Ede ................... 24 (103) Justin Licis ..................... 22 (99) Averil Roberts ................ 11 (64) Andrew Donohue ............. 3 (16)

A Reserve Wayne Pitts .................... 18 Zach Anstey ................... 17 Brittney Taylor ........ bye 14 Sean Michael.................. 13 Brad Scott....................... 11 Rod Kimmins ................. 11 Trent Hamilton ............ 11

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South Gippsland Bridge Results

Meeniyan - Monday evening: 1st David Baggallay, Kathryn Smith; 2nd Faye Rowlands, Frank Arndt. Tarwin Lower - Tuesday afternoon: 1st Jack Kuiper, John Sutton; 2nd Maureen Stiles, Vivian Westaway; 3rd Sally Hoskins, Dorothea Green; 4th John Sullivan, Alan Johnston; 5th Phillip Chapman, Hannah Martin. Inverloch - Friday afternoon - North/South: 1st Dawn Jolly, George Geekie; 2nd Wendy and David Saleeba; 3rd Jack Kuiper, John Farr. East/West: 1st Kaye Douglas, John Sutton; 2nd John Sullivan, Alan Johnston; 3rd Debbie Anglim, Maureen Stiles.

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Results - Round 16 July 14

A Grade: Yarram 57 d Tarwin 26, Dalyston 41 d Toora 19, Stony Creek 95 d Kilcunda-Bass 20, Korumburra-Bena 51 d InverlochKongwak 33. B Grade: Inverloch-Kongwak 35 d Korumburra-Bena 19, MDU 57 d DWWWW 55, Stony Creek 94 d KilcundaBass 4, Dalyston 42 d Toora 27, Tarwin 66 d Yarram 43. C Grade: InverlochKongwak 37 d KorumburraBena 32, MDU 38 d DWWWW 24, Stony Creek won by forfeit Kilcunda-Bass, Dalyston 47 d Toora 15, Tarwin 36 d Yarram 29. 17 & Under: Korumburra-Bena 28 d InverlochKongwak 24, MDU 38 d DWWWW 36, Stony Creek 72 d Kilcunda-Bass 5, Dalyston 43 d Toora 16, Tarwin 41 d Yarram 32. 15 & Under: Korumburra-Bena 31 d InverlochKongwak 20, MDU 17 d DWWWW 7, Stony Creek 23 d Kilcunda-Bass 19, Dalyston 46 d Toora 4, Yarram 35 d Tarwin 18. 13 & Under: InverlochKongwak 19 d KorumburraBena 16, MDU 29 d DWWWW 6, Kilcunda-Bass 59 d

Stony Creek 8, Dalyston 27 d Toora 1, Tarwin 16 d Yarram 14.

Ladders A Grade Foster..........................232.83 Fish Creek ..................170.33 Kor-Bena.....................233.54 Dalyston .....................146.21 Stony Creek ...............135.24 MDU ........................... 119.00 Yarram .........................107.24 Phillip Island .................90.52 Inv-Kongwak ..............102.51 Toora .............................66.56 Tarwin ...........................43.90 Kilcunda-Bass ...............27.52 B Grade Foster..........................185.20 Kor-Bena ....................163.96 Dalyston .....................145.50 MDU ...........................135.04 DWWWW..................123.52 Fish Creek ..................122.47 Inv-Kongwak ..............130.74 Stony Creek.................102.77 Tarwin ...........................91.70 Phillip Island .................72.45 Toora .............................73.55 Yarram ...........................65.25 Kil-Bass.........................22.69 C Grade Inv-Kongwak .............168.67 Dalyston .....................204.49 Kor-Bena ....................158.39 Foster..........................181.89 MDU ...........................147.06 Stony Creek .................99.35 Fish Creek ...................100.00 Tarwin ...........................72.15 Yarram ...........................92.03 DWWWW.....................82.59 Phillip Island .................59.19

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Toora .............................56.37 Kil-Bass.........................33.56 17 & Under Kor-Bena ....................295.05 Fish Creek ..................214.84 Dalyston .....................168.42 Inv-Kongwak .............165.80 Stony Creek ..............152.47 DWWWW..................108.49 MDU ...........................108.20 Tarwin ...........................93.36 Toora .............................75.10 Phillip Island .................76.75 Foster.............................43.33 Yarram ...........................46.65 Kil-Bass.........................29.23 15 & Under Dalyston .....................375.31 Kor-Bena ....................249.72 Foster..........................184.29 Fish Creek ..................176.06 Yarram .......................132.27 Inv-Kongwak .............105.72 Stony Creek...................96.40 Phillip Island .................94.87 MDU .............................71.10 Kil-Bass.........................62.77 Toora .............................56.37 Tarwin ...........................25.83 DWWWW.....................21.30 13 & Under Dalyston .....................555.70 Foster..........................398.00 Fish Creek ..................223.58 Kor-Bena ....................261.59 Phillip Island..............221.74 Inv-Kongwak .............196.73 Kilcunda-Bass .............136.92 Tarwin ...........................45.14 Toora .............................45.13 MDU .............................47.81 Yarram ...........................23.46 DWWWW.....................20.56 Stony Creek...................17.16

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Loose ball: Kristy Moore and Ruby McKewin try to get their hands on the ball during Saturday’s match. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www. fourcornersframing.biz

LDNA umpires Parrots keep pushing July 21 11am: Brittany Price, Ashley McDonald, Michelle Derrick, Elly Egan, Chelsea Kenny, Janie Gordon, Lauren Baudinette, Gemma Pruin, Mariah Grant, Ashley McDonald, Maria Evison, Julie Grant, Anita Gourlay. 12 noon: Steph Wylie, Jess Bickham, Julie Grant, Melody Martin, Janice Hill, Bess Forrester, Belinda Dyke, Bee Wylie, Kate Norton, Kelly Walker, Jenny Goss, Tanya Derrick, Amy Egan, Holly Hurst, Pat Kuhne, Angelique Dunlevie. 1pm: Lori McKenzie, Maria Evison, Janice Hill, Barb Challis, Kate Gourlay, Sue Ritchie, Heather Beilby, Narelle Hanily, Kim Lawrence, Robyn Kenny, Erin Baudinette, Kelly Walker 2.15pm: Heather Beilby, Kerri Bentvelzen, Jamie Gourlay, Emma Smith, Kim Lawrence, Phil Smith, Danielle Jones, Emalie Gordon, Anna Patterson, Anita Gourlay. Any problems phone Julie Grant on 0407 076 425.

Gippsland netball Results - Round 13 A Grade: Sale 42 drew Wonthaggi 42, Leongatha 59 d Maffra 38, Warragul 39 lt Drouin 69, Bairnsdale 40 lt Morwell 45 B Grade: Sale 41 lt Wonthaggi 46, Leongatha 64 d Maffra 40, Moe 24 lt Traralgon 41, Warragul 35 lt Drouin 41, Bairnsdale 37 lt Morwell 49. C Grade: Sale 32 lt Wonthaggi 51, Leongatha 34 d Maffra 19, Moe 9 lt Traralgon 52, Warragul 37 d Drouin 32, Bairnsdale 30 d Morwell 23. 17 & Under: Sale 37 d Wonthaggi 33, Leongatha 33 lt Maffra 37, Moe 16 lt Traralgon 68, Warragul 28 lt Drouin 52, Bairnsdale 39 d Morwell 24. 15 & Under: Sale 32 lt Wonthaggi 38, Leongatha 27 lt Maffra 41, Moe 14 lt Traralgon 40, Warragul 18 lt Drouin 25, Bairnsdale 31 d Morwell 13. 13 & Under: Sale 38 d Wonthaggi 28, Leongatha 9 lt Maffra 52, Moe 20 lt Traralgon 50, Warragul 21 lt Drouin 23, Bairnsdale 53 d Morwell 3.

Ladders A Grade Leongatha ..................129.59 Sale ............................. 117.13 Drouin ........................ 115.32 Wonthaggi ..................101.16 Traralgon ..................... 118.85 Morwell .......................100.61 Maffra............................82.23 Bairnsdale .....................90.07 Warragul ........................62.48 B Grade Leongatha ..................177.87 Traralgon ...................166.49 Drouin ........................ 131.11

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Wonthaggi ....................98.61 Morwell ....................... 110.27 Maffra............................94.95 Bairnsdale .....................80.60 Sale................................80.10 Moe ...............................58.90 Warragul ........................53.31 C Grade Traralgon ...................185.71 Leongatha ..................177.26 Morwell ......................146.15 Bairnsdale ..................138.04 Drouin .........................133.86 Wonthaggi ...................100.00 Maffra............................94.63 Warragul ........................44.96 Sale................................49.60 Moe ...............................49.05 17 & Under Traralgon ...................260.24 Sale .............................200.36 Maffra ........................214.80 Wonthaggi ..................129.02 Bairnsdale ...................101.91 Leongatha......................95.07 Morwell .........................83.69 Drouin ...........................73.42 Moe ...............................34.07 Warragul ........................28.68 15 & Under Traralgon ...................280.60 Sale .............................229.78 Wonthaggi ..................192.39 Maffra ........................164.44 Drouin ...........................87.10 Bairnsdale .....................56.25 Leongatha......................65.14 Warragul ........................55.58 Morwell .........................49.42 Moe ...............................48.51 13 & Under Traralgon ...................415.54 Sale .............................233.33 Wonthaggi ..................135.99 Maffra ........................182.95 Bairnsdale ...................126.86 Warragul ........................95.07 Drouin ...........................91.08 Moe ...............................80.84 Leongatha......................33.70 Morwell ...........................7.79

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A Grade: Leongatha 59 d Maffra 38. Awards: Ebony Best (Skin Therapy) and Alice Pratt (Skin Therapy). Auction player: Meg Rosser. All the girls played together really well. After a disappointing loss it was great to get the team back together and play good quality netball. Happy birthday to Ebony Best. B Grade: Leongatha 64 d Maffra 40. Awards: Kate McCarthy (Evans Petroleum) and Courtney Lever (Sth Gipps. Myotherapy). Auction player: Kate Govers. After a few wardrobe malfunctions, ’Gatha came out charging like the bulls of Spain after seeing red eagles trying to fly. But there would only be one bird species left flying, the mighty Parrots. C Grade: Leongatha 34 d Maffra 19. Awards: Aimee Collins (Influence Clothing), Sandi Leask-Grylls (Body First Health & Fitness) and Bek Vagg (Skin Therapy). Auction player: Aimee Collins. After a slow start to a physical game Leongatha regrouped, focused and played their own game for the last two quarters. Some great intercepts from Bek Vagg and Sandi contributed greatly to the 15 goal win. Well done girls!

Under 17s: Leongatha 33 lt Maffra 37. Awards: Rachel O’Loughlin (LC Excessorise) and Sarah McCahon (Paradise Pizza). A great start by the girls saw us in the lead at first break. Basic mistakes during the second and early third quarter allowed the strong Maffra team to take over. The girls fought back and showed how tough they were, coming to within a couple of goals. The girls are really consolidating as a team coming into the final games. Under 15s: Leongatha 27 lt Maffra 41. Awards: Jess Clark (Sportsfirst) and Kristy O’Loughlin (Nagels Pharmacy). Another tough game and we need to work on opening up the court and concentrating on every pass and being an option for the next. Second half was much better and the game was well played out until the end. Under 13s: Leongatha 9 lt Maffra 52. Awards: Sara Riseley (Serafinos) and Caysie Clark (RSL). Great game girls. Excellent defensive and attacking pressure throughout the whole game. Don’t worry about the scoreboard, it’s what happens on the court that matters. Well done.

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Contact: a Toora player tries to get the better of her opponent on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Mal Heywood.

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Volleyball pushing forward VOLLEYBALL has been making the news with the Australian Men’s Volleyball qualifying for the London Olympic Games.

Representatives from the local volleyball competition have had recent successes too. Three juniors, Alek Ryan, Kasey Teakle and Catherine Mercer, have just represented Victoria in under 17 teams in the National Junior Volleyball titles held in Melbourne over the last week. Kasey’s team narrowly missed out on bronze

(13:15 in the fifth set) in the medal play offs. One of two Division One Women’s teams collected the silver medal at the Volleyball Victoria Country Championships held at Warrnambool on the June long weekend. The Men’s team got bronze in Men’s Division Two. Jan Fletcher and Kath Sharpley received All Star Seven awards. In the local competition, WHY made the grand final in only their second season in B Grade but lost to Panthers in five sets. In A Grade, Giants defeated Bugs in four sets. MVP winners were

Jack Somerville and Catherine Mercer for A Grade and Dylan Adams and Julia Tumino in B Grade. Volleyball is played locally on Thursday nights at Leongatha SPLASH centre, with a new season just about to hit off. There are qualified coaches and national referees participating and players range in age from primary school age through to grandparents. Everyone is catered for. Next season starts off on Thursday, July 19 with juniors the following week on July 26 – new players are welcome, please contact Tom on 5658 1043.

Parrots remember past glories A HIGHLYsuccessful reunion of the 1982 Leongatha senior premiership was held at the footy rooms on Saturday night after Leongatha’s win over Maffra. The reunion, attended by most of the players, as well as wives, girlfriends and children, marks 30 years since Leongatha defeated Warragul by 34 points. That premiership was the year all four Salmon brothers got together to play in the same side, Graeme, Brian, Ian and Clive; they were all there on Saturday night. Brian and Ian had also played in the first ever Latrobe Valley flag for Leongatha, in 1970. Leongatha coach of 1982, Neville Stone, was at the night, saying it was a great event and good to see so many back for the occasion. He thanked three sons of the late

Peter Lynch, Brent, Nathan and Ashley for coming to the night. Peter was the captain of the side in 1982. Wayne Lynch, also a member of the premiership side, was there too. Current Yarram player Corbin Sutherland, son of the late Peter Sutherland, was also present. “We also had former Woorayl Shire councillor and club president Col Handley here for the celebration and he made a great speech,” Mr Stone said. “Of interest Col wrote the club theme song, very much in use today,” he added. The boys belted it out one more time with gusto on Saturday night. Mr Handley was club president for several years and was very much part of the reason the grandstand function rooms were built. He was very generous, donating a lot of the kitchen equipment. He was also re-

sponsible for organising the stunning mantelpiece that sits above the open fireplace. Michael Roughead and Paul Heppell, both members in 1982, were there on the night. They obviously breed top players at Leongatha with Jarryd Roughead for the Hawks and Dyson Heppell for the Bombers making a huge mark in the big league! Amongt those making big efforts to be there were Terry Hogan who came from Brisbane, Chooka Fowles from Maroochydore, and Peter Collins, who is travelling around Australia at the moment. And the score from 1982; Leongatha 12.15.87 defeated Warragul 8.5.53. Best players: Ian Salmon, Peter Lynch, Peter Collins, Chooka Fowles, Chris West.

A Grade premiers: Giants (from left) L. Webster, J. Foon, M. Rounds, A. Sanders, R. Saario and G. Bainbridge.

They’re back: coming “home” for the Leongatha 1982 senior premiership reunion were, back row standing from left, Brian Salmon, Clive Salmon, Peter McCaughan, Terry Hogan, Des Thorson, Paul Heppell, Phil Poulton, Tony Johnston (runner), Wayne Lynch, Corbin Sutherland (representing his late father Peter), Nathan Lynch, Trevor Riseley, Ashley Lynch, and Wayne ‘Chooka’ Fowles. Front row, from left, Neville Stone (coach), Peter Collins, Ian ‘Curly’ Salmon, Colin Boyd, Graeme Salmon, Brent Lynch, Geof Forrester. Absent Rob Davies, Chris West, Tony Waters, Ken Lester.

B Grade premiers: Panthers (from left) D. Adams, L. Bunn, A. Bunn, G. Castle, N. Dudman and R. Parkes.

Back in ’82: this was the team which beat Warragul in the grand final of ’82: back row, from left, Peter Sutherland, Brian Salmon, Clive Salmon, Michael Roughead, Ian Salmon, Colin Boyd, Terry Hogan, Paul Heppell; middle row, Tony Deenen (trainer), Chris West, Ken Lester, Graeme Salmon, Trevor Riseley, Wayne Fowles, Rob Davies, Tony Johnston (runner), Barry Wigney (selector), front row, from left, Des Thorson, Phil Poulton, Col Handley (president), Peter Lynch (captain), Neville Stone (coach), Tony Waters, Alan Hoy (secretary), Peter Collins, Peter McCaughan. Absent Wayne Lynch. Did you pick up last week’s photo mistake? The Star published the ’79 premiership team not the winning ’82 team!

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Mid Gippsland League

by Rover

SENIORS LADDER

Newborough ......... 205.40 Trafalgar ............... 207.18 Mirboo North ........ 185.21 Yinnar ................... 129.46 Morwell East......... 118.10 Yall-Yall North ........ 109.46 Hill End .................. 100.12 Boolarra ................... 81.46 Yarragon .................. 41.33 Thorpdale ................ 28.85

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RESERVES LADDER

Hill End ................. 225.45 Morwell East......... 208.49 Newborough ......... 173.66 Yinnar ................... 154.79 Trafalgar ............... 175.77 Boolarra ................... 93.25 Mirboo North............ 88.04 Yall-Yall North .......... 51.74 Thorpdale ................ 40.02 Yarragon .................. 23.99

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THIRDS LADDER

Newborough ......... 568.04 Yarragon ............... 239.07 Mirboo North ........ 181.39 Trafalgar ............... 169.45 Yinnar ..................... 88.03 Hill End .................... 76.78 Yall-Yall North .......... 75.87 Thorpdale ................ 55.63 Boolarra ................... 53.46 Morwell East ............ 18.28

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FOURTHS

MIRBOO North almost certainly cemented a top three spot on the Mid Gippsland ladder, when it defeated Yinnar by 10 points in muddy conditions at Yinnar Recreation Reserve on Saturday. Although many of its regular contributors were missing, Mirboo North was well served by

SENIORS Mirboo North 9.9.63 d Yinnar 7.11.53 Mirboo North goals: K. Berchtold 3, D. Taylor 2, T. Traill 2, D. Webb 1, J. Nash 1. Mirboo North best: K. Berchtold, D. Taylor, A. Bence, D. Turner, D. Gardener, B. Joustra. Yinnar goals: D. King 2, T. Stanistreet 2, N. Scurrah 1, R. Malcomson 1, S. Mills 1. Yinnar best: B. Chapman, L. Cummins, S. McCulloch, K. GrinsteadJones, S. Mills, D. King.

RESERVES Yinnar 14.14.98 d Mirboo North 4.1.25

LADDER

Newborough ......... 510.93 Yinnar ................... 362.29 Yarragon ............... 204.19 Mirboo North ........ 133.33 Yall-Yall North....... 136.55 Thorpdale ................ 98.91 Trafalgar ................... 70.31 Hill End .................... 21.00 Morwell East ............ 14.56

Tigers win tight one

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Yinnar goals: M. Rennie 3, R. Webb 3, D. Stanistreet 2, D. Yates 2, B. Ross 2, J. Franssen 1, N. Linton 1. Yinnar best: M. Rennie, R. Webb, M. Cummins, B. Brownscombe, D. Nardino, D. Young. Mirboo North goals: A. Soplakow 2, S. Rogers 1, N. Gervasi 1. Mirboo North best: N. Gervasi, J.

juniors Chris Irwin, Matt Hinkley, Liam Joustra and Tom O’Loughlin, playing his first senior game. Five home and away rounds remain in the race to the finals and the Tigers are four games plus 55.75 percentage points clear of fourth-placed Yinnar. Only a miracle of biblical proportions will elevate Yinnar into third place. Mirboo North also regains the annually contested and coveted Vin Kallady Memorial Shield from the Magpies.

Gostling, M. Richardson, T. Hamilton, J. Garde, S. Rogers.

THIRDS Mirboo North 9.11.65 d Yinnar 3.8.26 Mirboo North goals: C. Irwin 3, R. Thomas 2, D. O’Keefe 1, B. Hopcraft 1, T. Taylor 1, L. Steenbach 1. Mirboo North best: B. Hopcraft, D. O’Keefe, M. Wightman, R. Thomas, N. Gervasi, B. Richards. Yinnar goals: L. Alexander 2, J. Maggs 1. Yinnar best: L. Alexander, L. Linton, J. McGrath, M. Lardner, S. Embry, J. Rendell.

FOURTHS Yinnar 5.5.35 d Mirboo North 1.7.13 Yinnar goals: L. Van Rooy 2, T. Hillier 1, L. Hutchinson 1. Yinnar best: R. Hogarth, M. Dyke, M. Lardner, L. Van Rooy, E. Suares, T. Hillier. Mirboo North goals: P. Hinkley 1. Mirboo North best: S. Pratt, B. Linforth, J. Salinger, M. Sanders, J. Moro, J. Buxton.

Mirboo North’s players, coaches and training staff wore black armbands in support of life member Sammy Gervasi, whose sister, Corry, died unexpectedly during the week. Eleven goalless minutes passed in the opening quarter before Mirboo North put three majors on the scoreboard in three minutes. Daniel Taylor and Kris Berchtold combined beautifully in the Tigers’ forward line, as teammates came from everywhere to congratulate the pair on their brilliant goal kicking efforts on the heavy track. When Jacob Nash slammed home another goal after a high tackle, Mirboo North was leading by 25 points, before the Magpies recorded their first major on the quartertime siren. After a rev-up from playing coach, Sam McCulloch, Yinnar valvebounced its engine and Dallas King, Nathan Scurrah, Thys Stanistreet and Sam Mills, kicked four unanswered goals that gave the Magpies an 11-point half-time lead. Thanks to Brendan Chapman’s superb kicking, Leigh Cummins’ high

work rate, McCulloch’s strength in the contests and Kane Grinstead-Jones’ determination, Yinnar had taken flight and stamped its authority on the match. Tim Traill booted a monstrous goal to begin the third term, Berchtold quickly followed with another, before Daniel Taylor found Traill again and Mirboo North was back in business. Following a narrow miss by Traill, Chapman inadvertently stepped over the kick-out line and Don Webb won a free kick and a 50-metre penalty at the ball-up and the Tigers were ahead by 17 points. With Berchtold lurking dangerously across halfforward and Damien Turner and Brian Waters on fire around the packs, the Tigers were moving the Sherrin on at all costs and using the corridor as their logistical attack weapon. Down back, Mirboo North’s defenders, Anthony Bence, Drew Gardener, Dom Pinneri, Alex Windsor and Dale Banks built a human wall that restricted the Magpies to a single behind in the third quarter. Weariness set in during the final term, when the pace slowed.

Swimming for success By Matt Dunn

THE Leongatha Swimming Club is online for a big 2012/13 season, with a newly-launched website and a wealth of coaching talent.

The website (gathasharks. com) features the club’s results, training times and a myriad of other pieces of information. President Peter Bellingham believes that the cyber presence will help the club reach a wider audience of swimmers. But keeping them was al-

ways the key, he said, and the ‘Gatha Sharks would be well served by newly-appointed junior development coaches, Lyn Skillern and Lorrie McKenzie. The club has added further to its arsenal of coaching talent with the appointment of Traralgon Swimming Club’s Dean Gooch, who takes an intensive Saturday morning session. The ambitious young coach has dreams of becoming a national swimming coach and has already helped a school of junior superfish to state swimming championships. “Everything is looking really

good. For this time of year, the numbers are very strong. Our junior numbers appear to be going up – which is really good. The kids are keen and they’re all back in the drink and kicking on,” Mr Bellingham said. “It’s looking like it’s going to be a really good season and the club’s got a really good feel about it. “The new website and a really strong core group of coaches have added to that. We can boast four bronze level coaches, while Lyn and Lorrie are AUSTSWIM accredited.” Aside from Dean, Lyn and

Junior development: swimming coach Lorri McKenzie works with some of the club’s up and coming swimmers, from left, Tahlia Arnason, Jaime Findlay and Dayne Abernethy, all Under 8’s.

Lorrie the old guard of Matt Pickersgill, Carolyn Bissett and Christine Hibma are back for another season, along with bronze licensed Georgia Kaye Helmot and strength and conditioning coaches Judy Abbey and Melody Martin. “We’ve got a really strong group of coaches. They’re as good as you’ll ever get in any swimming club,” Mr Bellingham said. “The club is moving forward. It’s a good family environment for the kids. We can never have enough members and we’d really love to recruit a heap of littlies – under 8s and under 10s. And even senior swimmers, if the mums and dads wanted to come and swim with the club too. “We’ll take anyone. There’s room for everyone. You can’t become an elite swimmer without being a novice first. We cater for everyone.” Mr Bellingham said the coaches at the ‘Gatha Sharks had the ability to take children from the very early stages of development right up to the elite level “and beyond”. “But, really, anyone wants to come along and get their feet wet is welcome to. We’re not an elitist club. We’re not training kids for the Olympics, we’re training them for personal fitness and a lot of fun. If they’re good enough to go on and swim for Australia, fantastic,” he said. “We can send them in that direction through Traralgon or South Gippsland Bass Swimming Clubs. There’s avenues beyond our club for them to grow.”

Yinnar had the scoring end and was doing most of the attacking. Three successive Magpie behinds came before Reece Malcolmson brought up Yinnar’s sixth goal. King successfully converted a few minutes later and Yinnar drew to within two points. With their backs to the wall, Gardener, Bence, Windsor, Joe Brooks and Banks dug deep on the last line and refused to surrender Mirboo North’s lead. The Tigers increased their buffer when Daniel Taylor cleverly intercepted an adventurous Yinnar across-goal switch of

SENIORS Newborough 19.10.124 d Boolarra 9.5.59 Newborough goals: M. Gelagotis 6, A. Payne 4, A. Alderuccio 3, C. Weller 3, L. Fanning 2, T. Boyle 1. Newborough best: A. Payne, A. Chandler, A. Alderuccio, C. Weller, M. Gelagotis, J. Cattanach. Boolarra goals: T. Leys 5, J. Battersby 1, C. Riseley 1, S. Mazou 1, J. Dyer 1. Boolarra best: T. Leys, J. Dyer, C. Riseley, S. Fox, K. Towt, J. Holmes.

RESERVES Newborough 14.20.104 d Boolarra 5.3.33 Newborough goals: T. Mander 2, R. Mills 2, J. Donelly 1, D. Drowley 1, W. Troy 1, W. Rilen 1, T. Smith 1, D. Schembri 1, P. Ryan 1, B. Mizzi 1, A. Battista 1, M. Neal 1. Newborough best: A. Battista, R.

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Morwell East 11.8.74 d Yallourn-Yall North 10.3.63 Hill end 13.10.88 d Yarragon 4.5.29 Trafalgar 16.7.103 d Thorpdale 3.6.24 RESERVES Morwell East 23.11.149 d Yallourn-Yall North 0.1.1 Hill End 12.12.84 d Yarragon 1.6.12 Traralgar 14.12.96 d Thorpdale 3.2.20 THIRDS Yallourn-Yall Nth 21.18.144 d Morwell East 1.3.9 Yarragon 10.10.70 d Hill End 6.4.40 Trafalgar 15.12.102 d Thorpdale 5.3.33 FOURTHS Yallourn-Yall Nth 9.11.65 d Morwell East 2.0.12 Yarragon 12.9.81 d Hill End 2.0.12 Thorpdale 10.6.66 d Trafalgar 1.6.12

play and recorded Mirboo North’s ninth and final major for the afternoon.

Mills, B. Taylor, B. Mills, C. Payne, T. Mander. Boolarra goals: P. Gilpin 4, J. Kelly 1. Boolarra best: S. Cooper, M. Windsor, P. Gilpin, L. Haustorfer, D. O’Neill, J. Groves.

THIRDS Newborough 26.13.169 d Boolarra 5.2.32 Newborough goals: R. Beck 6, J. Jacovou 4, A. Wilson 3, M. Somerville 3, M. Rowlings 2, J. Grant 2, J. Keyhoe 2, M. Hamilton 1, R. Paulet 1, B. Gatt 1, M. Grubb 1. Newborough best: A. Wilson, R. Beck, N. Perkins, M. Sporle, M. Hamilton, M. Somerville. Boolarra goals: H. Lawson-Pepper 3, J. Giardina 1, J. Anderson 1. Boolarra best: D. Brick, J. Battersby, M. Dodds, A. Sauppe, M. Sauppe, J. Giardina.

Parrots fall short THE Leongatha Parrots Under 13s suffered their second successive narrow loss on the weekend, beaten by Wonthaggi by just two points. Damon Ginnane and Nathan Trotto were running hot in the first quarter, while Tom Evans was solid at centre half back. Cameron Tuckett was another fine contributor as the Parrots weathered an early assault, along with the ever-reliable Trent Westaway. Jordi Geary was offering his trademark run and the super slick Zayn Clark bobbed up for a clever goal, while Tully Benaldo was contesting well. In the second quarter Tom Brew lifted his intensity, hitting the packs hard. Jack Balagh also

began to have an impact. Sam Hanrahan took a characteristic dash through the middle. Josh “Shorty” Boler ran through the half back flank, delivering with precision. Nick Battersby was flying high and onballer Cam Olden took a great grab. Wonthaggi kicked a goal to steady in the third quarter. Rohan Baudinette was offering a great forward target and Michael McKinnon took a valuable saving grab in defence. Zac Van Delft was brilliant down back. Battersby helped the Parrots reply with a great snapped goal. Kyle Kennedy began to impose himself on the contest. In the last quarter Jack Dunn began to take charge, and Jonah Ball kept the pressure up. But it was the Power who would prevail.

Leading charge: the Parrots’ Zac Van Delft led his Wonthaggi opponent to the ball.

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Demons dominate at home DESPITE weather forecasts expecting hail and rain on Saturday, Meeniyan Dumbalk United took on the Allies in near perfect conditions.

Glad to be back: Demons’ coach Clint Johnston was a welcome return to the club, kicking four goals in their win against the Allies on Saturday.

With the Demons desperate to win their way back into a finals position, a win was a must against the lower placed team and they welcomed back coach and player Clint Johnston with open arms. The visitors started well, with Dan Vardy kicking the first goal of the game, however the home side replied almost immediately. At full forward, Johnston was an obvious target; however the work of Jim Poland, Craig Turner and Hank Norman kept the Allies in the race, and the game was goal for goal. However a few quick goals from Johnston and Shane Peters gave the Demons a healthy three goal lead at the first break.

With a slight breeze favouring the Allies in the second, Matt Poland and Shawn Becker combined to fire the ball into attack, while Brett Hidgcock assisted Shane Buckley in getting the ball in the goal square to Vardy. In the middle, MDU’s Damien Adkins and Tremaine Tohiariki were doing the hard work to deliver the ball into their centre half forward, with Adkins and Johnston finishing off the job around goals nicely. Going into the second half with a five goal lead to the Demons, the Allies weren’t ready to give up yet. An excellent play by Turner and Becker saw the Allies set up two important scoring chances, with Alex Rakic and Vardy scoring two quick goals within a minute. It was then MDU knew it was time to take the handbrake off, with goals to Brett Pedlow and John-

SENIORS M.D.U. 26.15.171 d

THIRDS M.D.U. 23.21.159 d DWWWW 1.2.8

DWWWW 9.11.65 M.D.U. goals: B. Pedlow 9, C. Johnston 4, J. Sinclair 3, T. TOHIARIKI 2, D. Adkins 2, K. Gowers 2, C. Ricardo 1, M. Doyle 1, S. Peters 1, C. Hutcheson 1 DWWWW Goals: D. Vardy 7, A. Rakic 1, S. Buckley 1 M.D.U. Best: D. Adkins, M. Doyle, B. Pedlow, J. Sinclair, N. Johnson, C. Johnston DWWWW Best: D. Becker, J. Pintus, M. O’Sullivan, S. Thomas, D. Vardy

RESERVES M.D.U. 15.14.104 d DWWWW 3.4.22 Leading Goalkicker: R. Taylor (M) 8 M.D.U. Best: R. Taylor, R. Livingstone, N. Pye, P. Harris, M. Trotman, M. Hosking DWWWW Best: W. Colbert, L. Ferguson, J. McCormack, O. Henderson, T. Crawford, M. Marshall

ston blowing open the lead once again. It was in the last quarter however that MDU fired. Pedlow was on target for the Demons, finishing with nine majors for the game. Keeping the away team to only one goal in the last, MDU piled 10 onto

Leading Goalkicker: J. McMillan (M) 7 M.D.U. Best: J. McMillan, L. Findlay, C. Harris, J. Hoy, K. Sinclair, R. Olden DWWWW Best: D. McKeane, J. Pintus, D. Skarratt, R. Benis, W. Kilgower, T. McDonald

FOURTHS M.D.U. 9.16.70 d DWWWW 1.2.8 Leading Goalkicker: W. Horvath (M) 5 M.D.U. Best: Z. Barnard, B. Pickersgill, D. Thorson, W. Horvath, J. Riley DWWWW Best: J. Saliakos, K. Hanning, B. Askew, B. Johnston, J. Vening, L. Sketcher

the scoreboard, finishing the day with a 115-point win. MDU will go to battle at Bass next week, with the Panthers no doubt keen to make up for their one point loss at the team’s last meeting, while the Allies will take a break with the bye.

Battle of the big cats THE Lions were taken down by the Panthers, in what was a hard fought contest in Stony Creek at the weekend.

Taking control: MDU’s Kurt Gowers gets ready to pick up the loose ball with his Allies opponent hot on his heels last Saturday.

Tarwin suffers another blow TWO unexpected losses in a row have put Tarwin in serious danger of missing out on the final six. After going down to Stony the previous week, Tarwin lost the danger game at Yarram on Saturday by just one kick. The Sharks didn’t relish the heavy going at Yarram as the Demons snuck out to a handy lead at quarter time 4.2.26 to Tarwin’s 1.4.10. In a real blow to the Sharks’ chances Alby Russell rolled an ankle early in the game and made no fur-

ther appearance. Russell, who usually bobs up to kick 2-3 per game, could have been the difference between the two sides. Tarwin had to reshuffle the team and bring a defender into the forward line. Despite the changes Tarwin started to slowly bring themselves back into the contest. Nick McCrae was playing tight at full back for Tarwin while Mark Garnham was helping out around half forward. A 21 point deficit at three quarter time was going to make it hard but the

Yarram 10.8.68 Tarwin 9.8.62

J. Pistron THIRDS

Yarram Goals: B. Lynch 5, C. Sutherland 3, J. Anderson 1, C. Strobel 1 Tarwin Goals: M. Garnham 2, S. Burggraaff 2, T. Williamson 1, A. Jelbart 1, J. Barnett 1, T. Lomax 1, J. Stewart 1 Yarram Best: C. Pettitt, T. Davis, K. Sleep, C. Bruns, N. Lynch, D. Rash Tarwin Best: N. McRae, W. Nye, J. McMicking, M. Garnham, J. Chalmers, A. Jelbart RESERVES

Yarram 8.10.58 Tarwin 4.3.27 Leading Goalkicker: H. Moore (Y) 3 Yarram Best: D. Hay, H. Moore, A. Holt, L. Le Blanc, R. Baxter, L. Turner Tarwin Best: J. Moore, C. Brown, T. Rycks, J. Bell, R. Boscombe-Hill, L. Anderson FOURTHS

Tarwin 10.14.74 Yarram 2.4.16

Leading Goalkicker: J. McDonald (Y) 6 Yarram Best: L. Farley, J. McDonald, T. Chisholm, J. Liversidge, T. Jeffs, D. Nicholls Tarwin Best: A. Turner, C. Brown, B. Ellen, J. Norton, T. Watts, D. Garnham

Leading Goalkicker: A. Bell (T) 3 Tarwin Best: B. Launder, D. Leggo, T. Giroud, A. Bell, G. Brennan, J. Van Dillen Yarram Best: T. Bland, K. Shrubb, L. Borne, M. Smallwood, D. Borgia,

Yarram 17.11.113 Tarwin 1.4.10

Sharks never gave up. Yarram’s Chris Pettitt was proving a handful and was in everything while up forward for the Demons Brent Lynch slotted home five majors; 50 per cent of Yarram’s final goal tally. Tarwin just couldn’t peg Yarram back as the Demons proved they’ll trouble a lot of the top sides before the end of the year. Tarwin now has a really tough road home, and with Alby Russell a chance to miss a couple of games, a final six spot is almost beyond them. The Sharks face Fishy this week but still have Foster, Dalyston, Korumburra-Bena and MDU to come. Yarram realistically are finished for 2012 with a bye and a couple of tough games coming up after that. Apart from Nick McRae, Tarwin had a couple of other goers including Bill Nye off half back, Eddie McMicking and Andrew Jelbart off half back. Josh Chalmers relished the conditions and enjoyed the heavy in and under tussles.

The trip to Stony Creek was never going to be easy for the league leaders, with windy weather and the ground in good condition; it was set to be a close, hard game. The first quarter saw both sides try to break free but neither team could manage it. Bass managed only a small early break to lead 16 to nine at quarter time. The second quarter was another battle, with Panthers players Steve O’Bryan and Damien Holmes get-

SENIORS Kilcunda Bass 14.11.95 d Stony Creek 10.9.69 Kilcunda Bass Goals: L. JAMES 6, J. Wells 2, D. Holmes 1, D. Wells 1, T. Keating 1, B. Vague 1, P. Lange 1, M. Hendry 1 Stony Creek Goals: J. Byrnes 3, L. McMillan 3, A. Verboon 1, C. Langley 1, R. Harmes 1, J. Accardi 1 Kilcunda Bass Best: S. O’Bryan, X. Reicha, B. Interlandi, D. Holmes, B. Anthony, M. Hendry Stony Creek Best: M. Linke, C. Langley, J. Byrnes, R. Harmes, K. Van Der Pluym, R. Hillis

RESERVES Kilcunda Bass 16.16.112 d Stony Creek 0.0.0 Leading Goalkickers: J. Parsons 4, M. Dickason 4 (K) Kilcunda Bass Best: J. Parsons, B. Emberson, T. Hurley, L. ODonoghue, J. Jensen Stony Creek Best: B. Koetsveld, B.

ting plenty of the ball, and managed to move it quickly forward to Luke James who kept Stony at bay, to lead at half time by 14 points. The score at the long break was Kilcunda-Bass 42 to Stony Creek, 28. After half time, Stony came out firing and put extreme pressure on the Killy-Bass backs, with Bronson Interlandi, Brett Anthony and Xavier Reicha all standing tall in an effort to stop the Stony surge. The home side was only two points down at the final break, Kilcunda-Bass leading 58 to 56. The last quarter was a nail biter with Stony getting the first two goals;

it looked all over for the Panthers. Stony Creek refused to back down, but Matthew Hendry and Ryan Fitzgerald both got the ball out of the middle, and gave Luke James and Jason Wells plenty of opportunities down forward for the Panthers. They delivered, snuffing out a very gallant and determined Stony Creek to win by 26 points. The final score was Kilcunda-Bass 14.11.95 to Stony Creek 10.9.69. Kilcunda-Bass, with a home ground advantage will take on MDU this week while Stony Creek travels down to Alberton to battle it out with the Allies.

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THIRDS Kilcunda Bass 7.6.48 d Stony Creek 5.3.33 Leading Goalkicker: T. Thatcher (K) 2 Kilcunda Bass Best: J. Turner, L. Connell, A. Marks, J. Joyce, D. Clay, B. Egeberg Stony Creek Best: E. Taylor, D. Potter, T. Stone, J. Monaghan, L. Mackenzie, s. zuidema

FOURTHS Stony Creek 10.5.65 d Kilcunda Bass 3.2.20 Leading Goalkickers: T. Sinclair (S) 5 Stony Creek Best: T. Sinclair, T. Francis, M. Darmanin, v. monaghan, L. Harrington, J. Cameron Kilcunda Bass Best: A. Brown, J. Honeysett, L. May, R. Cousins, J. Argent, B. Pipicelli

Above Tip of the fingers: Matt Linke and Ben Eddy clash mid-air. Above left Going hard: Paul Lange fails to spoil a kick from Jarrad Byrnes. Photos courtesy Gerard Bruning @ www.fourcornersframing.biz.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - PAGE 69

Upset win to Dogs A LATE season charge may be on the cards Korumburd ffor K b ra-Bena after their dominating win over Inverloch-Kongwak on Saturday. The Bulldogs knocked off the undefeated Fish Creek before their bye and by backing it up with Saturday, slaughtering of the better placed Sea-Eagles the league may sit up and listen. The Korumburra ground was in its usual condition after a dose of

winter rain and a day’s play of football – muddy. The Bulldogs got off to a fantastic start, pushing forward early and making the most of their possessions. Cade Maskell was presenting well in the forward line and capitalising. Muddy conditions meant scrappy football and the Sea-Eagles were kept scoreless in the first. It wasn’t until halfway through the second that I-K got on the board, albeit with a behind. Korumburra-Bena put through another couple of

goals in the scrappy quarter which saw them leading by 41 at the main break. Shaun Paterson was working hard in the midfield and seemed to handle the mud far better than his I-K opponents. Daniel Huston was doing his best for the SeaEagles but the Bulldogs piled on another six goals to their score and stretched the margin to 73 at three quarter time. Luke Carpenter was doing what he does best on the field, taking strong marks and making the most when kicking in to

SENIORS LADDER W L D

Kil-Bass ......12 2 0 Fish Creek....10 2 1 Foster .......... 9 3 1 Dalyston ....... 9 4 0 Inv-K’wak...... 8 6 0 Kor-Bena ...... 8 5 0 Tarwin ..............7 6 0 Phillip Island ....7 6 0 MDU.................6 7 0 Yarram .............6 8 0 Stony Creek......3 10 0 DWWWW .........1 13 0 Toora & Dist .....0 14 0

Korumburra-Bena goals: C. Maskell 10, J. Smith 2, N. Besley 1. Inverloch-Kongwak goals: L. Oswald 2, N. Cant 1. Korumburra-Bena best: A. Snooks, C. Maskell, A. Hillberg, B. Fitzgerald, L. Carpenter, S. Paterson. Inverloch-Kongwak best: L. Oswald, A. Cross, T. Cannon, D. Clark, T. Wyatt, D. Houston. RESERVES

Korumburra-Bena 18.11.119 d Inverloch-Kongwak 0.1.1 Leading goalkicker: J. Fowles (K) 4. Korumburra-Bena best: D. Wyhoon, J. Paterson, J. Fowles, D. Myors, S. Hancock, C. Kyle. Inverloch-Kongwak best: N. Maher, P. McCarthey, A. Powell, W. Taberner, S. Zammit, R. Bertuleit.

Korumburra-Bena 16.16.112 d Inverloch-Kongwak 0.1.1 Leading goalkicker: A. O’Neill 5, J. Richer 2, T. Wyatt 2, J. Harris 2, D. Hateley 2, J. Breen 1, J. Hopkins 1, B. Cosson 1. Korumburra-Bena best: A. O’Neill, T. Wyatt, J. Harris, K. Arestia, S. Lacy, D. James. Inverloch-Kongwak best: C. Casey, L. Johnson, W. Piasente, E. Taranto, J. Teakle, J. Truman. FOURTHS

Korumburra-Bena 5.10.40 Inverloch-Kongwak 5.2.32 Leading goalkickers: C. Mckenzie 2, O. Toussaint 2 (I). Korumburra-Bena best: K. Cosson, H. Suckling, J. Rigby, C. Trewin, T. Jenkin, J. Macri. Inverloch-Kongwak best: S. Hayes, W. Piasente, S. Wallace, J. Teakle, Z. Tonkin, J. Best.

Tough spot: Ben Fitzpatrick tries to break an awkward tackle by his Inverloch-Kongwak opponent during the muddy match up. the forward line. Maskell stole the show for the home side, walking away with 10 goals to his name. Despite winning the last quarter, I-K went

down by 65 points and will regroup to face up against Dalyston next week. The next test for the inform Bulldogs is the Foster machine which is always a strong opponent.

On the weather front it was a surprisingly good day considering the dire predictions and the Toora oval was a bit heavy but in pretty good condition for this time of year. A strong crosswind perhaps favouring the beach end a little saw

FOOTY DRAWS

Toora kicking to that end in the first quarter. Toora was nearly at full strength for the match while Dalyston was missing a few good players while dressed in their green clash jumper. Toora were first on the scoreboard with a goal to Jamie Maurilli-Pullen within minutes but Dalyston were quick to reply with two to Pimm in a couple of minutes. MaurilliPullin added another two

for the quarter and at quarter time Dalyston led by a point. Toora would have been quite happy, this being their best first quarter score for the year. However, Dalyston took control of the game in the second quarter, kicking eight goals seven points whilst holding Toora scoreless, a scene that has happened in many of Toora’s games this year. Dalyston seemed to do as they wished for the

Contested: Dalyston wore a grand shade of green as they took on Toora to be named top Pie on Saturday.

quarter, with good players Rosendale, Brosnan and Wylie in a good team effort for which Toora had no answer, a bad second quarter being a too frequent feature of their games. Half time saw the game pretty much over, with Dalyston 11.10 to Toora 3.2. Toora could have been forgiven for throwing in the towel but they came out after the break determined to give their fans something to cheer about and they did, winning the quarter. As usual their best players were Webster, Mark Glowrey and Grant with many other contributors and with MaurilliPullin giving them a target up forward, some of the best football for the day was seen in this quarter. Dalyston still led by over eight goals at three quarter time. The breeze seemed

to have dropped but noone told Dalyston as they added three quick goals; but then the sides traded goals for the remainder of the game, Maurilli-Pullin adding another two to make his tally six for the day, the best effort from a Toora forward for some time. Dalyston had good targets in Wylie and Pimm with four each, while Schreck and Brosnan added a handy three each. An entertaining and hard fought game which Dalyston would be happy to win as well as they did as their road to the finals is not an easy one and a place in the finals is not assured for them. Toora would have to be happy with possibly their best effort for the year and they travel to the Island next week and who knows, if they can put together four quarters.

THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 16 - July 21 DWWWW v Stony Creek Kil-Bass v MDU Tarwin v Fish Creek I-K v Dalyston Kor-Bena v Foster Phillip Island v Toora Yarram - bye Round 14 - July 21 Yarragon v Morwell East Yallourn-Yall Nth v Boolarra Newborough v Yinnar Thorpdale v Hill End Mirboo North v Trafalgar

GIPPSLAND Round 14 - July 21 Morwell v Moe (Sun) Maffra v Bairnsdale (Sun) Warragul v Leongatha Traralgon v Sale Wonthaggi v Drouin

Dalyston goals: S. Pimm 4, D. Wylie 4, M. Schreck 3, P. Brosnan 3, J. Alexander 2, P. McKenna 2, M. Rosendale 1. Toora & District goals: J. MaurilliPullin 6, R. Cartledge 2, M. Roberts 1. Dalyston best: D. Wylie, P. Brosnan, M. Rosendale, C. Samargis, A. Donohue, M. Schreck. Toora & District best: M. Glowrey, P. Webster, J. Maurilli-Pullin, L. Dyson, K. Sparkes, P. Grant. RESERVES

Dalyston 21.24.150 Toora & District 0.1.1 Leading goalkicker: A. Wallis (D) 7. Dalyston best: A. Wallis, M. Grech, A. Gennaccaro, D. Pruysers, R. Beaton, L. McRae. Toora & District best: R. East, D.

Best, B. Stone, P. Hollier, H. Need, M. Stone. THIRDS

Dalyston 8.7.55 d Toora & District 7.4.46 Leading goalkickers: T. Davey (D) 3, K. Holmes (T) 3. Dalyston best: J. Legione, S. Kuyper, J. Ray-Angarane, L. McRae, T. Davey, B. Van Agtmaal Toora & District Best: K. Holmes, B. Doran, W. Stoitse, D. Parkinson, J. Toner, L. Whittle. FOURTHS

Dalyston 22.20.152 d Toora & District 0.0.0 Leading goalkickers: B. Atherton 5, A. Busana 5 (D). Dalyston best: B. Atherton, D. Turton, K. Kirk, J. McPhee, A. Busana, M. Marotta. Toora & District best: M. Edwards, T. Koolen, S. Argento, L. Chatfield, S. Walker, J. Gordon.

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Kor-Bena ..... 13 0 0 Phillip Island 12 1 0 Dalyston ...... 11 2 0 Kil-Bass ...... 10 4 0 Tarwin ........ 9 4 0 MDU........... 9 4 0 DWWWW ....... 5 9 0 Yarram ........... 5 9 0 Inv-K’wak ....... 4 10 0 Fish Creek ...... 3 10 0 Stony Creek.... 3 10 0 Foster ............. 2 11 0 Toora... ........... 1 13 0

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Pts

831.40 542.21 285.56 194.03 254.95 130.11 52.97 46.13 101.17 52.64 26.62 29.77 17.32

52 48 44 40 36 36 20 20 16 12 12 8 4

GOALKICKERS L. Wilkinson (Dalyston)...... (0) K. Taylor (Phillip Island) ..... (0) A. Guymer(Tarwin) ............. (2) S. McRae (Tarwin) ............. (2) J. Jackson (Inv-K’Wak) ...... (0) D. McKean (DWWWW) ...... (3) B. Vague (Kil-Bass) ............ (0) M. Dickason (Kil-Bass) ...... (4) T. Sorrell (Kor-Bena) .......... (2) R. Provan(Kor-Bena) .......... (0)

48 34 32 30 25 22 21 21 21 29

ELLINBANK Round 15 - July 21 Bunyip v Nilma-Darnum Catani v Nyora Cora Lynn v Buln Buln Ellinbank v Warragul Ind Nar Nar Goon v Longwarry Neerim South v Garfield Poowong v Lang Lang Koo Wee Rup - bye

UNDER 13 LADDER W L D

Corner Inlet .. 9 Inv-K’wak..... 9 L’gatha Jnr ... 7 Won ........... 5 Dalyston ...... 5 Kor-Bena ..... 4 Phillip Is ......... 1 Kil-Bass.......... 0

0 1 2 0 4 0 3 1 5 1 7 0 10 0 9 1

%

Pts

340.00 38 259.51 36 120.35 28 117.23 22 95.04 22 72.20 16 38.29 4 15.92 2

GOALKICKERS Z. Caughey(Inv-K’wak ) ...... (1) B. Best (Inv-K’wak) ............ (4) B. Rogers (Cnr Inlet ) ......... (5) B. Patterson (Kor-Bena) ..... (3) K. Reid(Inv-K’wak) ............. (2) J. Dunn (Leon Jnr ) ............ (0) Z. Van Delft (Leon Jnr) ....... (0) M.McGannon (Cnr Inlet) .... (0) C. McKenzie (In K’wak) ...... (0) T. Scarce (Won Power) ...... (1) D. Brosnan (Won Power) ... (1)

29 20 20 16 15 15 14 13 12 11 11

UNDER 18 LADDER W L D

%

GOALKICKERS J. Dakin (Kil-Bass) ............. (1) M. Edwards (Kor-Bena) ...... (0) B. Doran (Toora) ................ (2) J. McMillan (MDU) ............. (7) T. Davey (Dalyston) ............ (3) B. Dorling (Kor-Bena)......... (0) T. Wyatt (Kor-Bena)............ (2) J. Buckland (Fish Creek) .... (0) A. Officer (Phillip Island) .... (0) J. Krohn (MDU).................. (0)

LADDER WL D

%

Pts

879.63 224.43 353.99 240.68 307.05 202.46 154.03 66.47 41.43 25.95 24.50 21.41 10.27

52 44 42 40 34 32 28 24 16 16 8 8 4 41 30 30 27 25 24 24 24 23 23

%

Pts

40 38 32 24 24 8 6 4

GOALKICKERS N. Anderson (Won) ............ (0) L. Gheller (Dalyston) .......... (0) Z. Reid (Inv-K’Wak)............ (4) L. O’Neill (Leon Jnr) ........... (1) J. Hutchinson (Inv-K’wak).. (3) J. Hume (Leon Jnr) ............ (0) C. McInnes(Inv-K’wak)....... (0) R. Angwin (Cnr Inlet) ......... (2) B. Mitchell (Cnr Inlet) ......... (2) J. Thornell (Cnr Inlet) ......... (1)

21 15 12 12 12 11 11 11 10 9

GOALKICKERS J. McDonald (Yarram) ........ (6) B. Harfield/Park (Fish Crk) .. (0) G. Staley (Fish Crk) ............ (0) A. Edwards (Phillip Is) ....... (0) O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (2) M. Homer (Kil-Bass) .......... (0) N. Brayley (Inv-K’wak) ....... (0) G. Park (Fish Crk)............... (0) J. Black (Phillip Is) ............. (0) M. Marotta (Dalyston) ........ (4)

W LD

Inv-K’wak...... 9 L’gatha Jnr .... 9 Won ............ 8 Corner Inlet ... 5 Dalyston ....... 6 Kil-Bass ....... 1 Phillip Is .......... 1 Kor-Bena ......... 1

02 11 30 42 50 82 91 10 0

39 39 33 30 27 26 25 24 24 24

UNDER 15

505.00 338.76 156.51 337.41 108.15 12.20 23.00 13.69

LADDER

Pts

Kil-Bass ........ 12 1 1 425.31 50 Kor-Bena ....... 12 1 0 462.54 48 MDU............. 11 2 0 204.38 44 Phillip Island .. 10 3 0 344.39 40 Toora ............ 9 4 1 107.57 38 Dalyston ........ 9 4 0 175.56 36 Fish Creek .........6 7 0 103.24 24 Yarram ..............5 9 0 51.51 20 Stony Creek.......3 10 0 54.87 12 Foster ................3 10 0 52.27 12 DWWWW ..........3 11 0 28.71 12 Inv-K’wak ..........2 12 0 34.08 8 Tarwin ...............1 12 0 24.17 4

Fish Creek.... 13 0 0 Yarram ........ 11 3 0 Dalyston ...... 10 2 1 Phillip Is...... 10 3 0 Kor-Bena ..... 8 4 1 Inv-K’wak..... 8 6 0 Foster ............. 7 6 0 Kil-Bass.......... 6 8 0 Tarwin ............ 4 9 0 MDU............... 4 9 0 Toora .............. 2 12 0 Stony-Creek ... 2 11 0 DWWWW ....... 1 13 0

UNDER 11 Dalyston 19.19.133 d Toora & District 9.9.63

Pts

RESERVES

MID GIPPSLAND

Dalyston top Pie IT WAS a battle of the Magpies at Toora on Saturday as the locals took on Dalyston.

GOALKICKERS L. James (Kil-Bass) ............ (6) S. Pimm (Dalyston)............ (4) C. Maskell (Kor-Bena) ...... (10) A. Russell (Tarwin) ............. (0) C. Sutherland(Yarram) ....... (3) L. McMillan (Stony Crk) ..... (3) L. Oswald (Inv-K’Wak) ....... (2) S. Sperling (Fish Creek) ..... (0) S. Andrews (Foster) ........... (0) J. Wells (Kil-Bass).............. (2)

THIRDS

Korumburra-Bena 13.14.92 d Inverloch-Kongwak 3.9.27

%

166.13 48 171.95 42 118.13 38 136.70 36 131.58 32 124.74 32 147.51 28 116.02 28 115.70 24 96.99 24 84.27 12 34.04 4 27.61 0

PAGE 70 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Strong support for Beau SUPPORT for injured Leongatha footballer Beau Vernon has been overwhelming after the recent Beau Vernon Appeal was launched. Many football clubs and leagues from around the state are supporting the midfielder after he was hospitalised last month during the Parrots clash with Wonthaggi. Beau’s father Daryl spoke to The Star last week about his son’s condition. “He’s got an injury to his C5 and C6 area where the spinal cord has been crushed and he had a fracture in the vertebrae and a dislocation of the vertebrae,” he said. “What they’ve had to do is put a

small metal plate and screw it in to make the vertebrae and spine structurally sound. “He got out of the ICU on Tuesday and he is in the Spinal Ward at the Austin Hospital.” The extent of damage from the injury is still not determined and it may take up to three months for doctors to confirm the situation. “Once it’s crushed no one knows what nerves will go through, sometimes they get through and sometimes they don’t,” Mr Vernon said. “It’s a wait and see situation at the moment. “At the moment we’re aiming for (movement of) the wrists, the forefingers and the thumbs and everything

Team support: Leongatha’s Nick Phelan, Rhett Kelly, Hayden Browne and Luis Castagna were raising money at Saturday’s game for Beau.

after that is a bonus.” Mr Vernon said that Beau is now able to talk and is taking things a day at a time. “He’s only been able to talk for the past two days; he had a couple of one hour stints on the weekend but now he’s off the ventilator and the trachea component has been removed and his spirits have been really, really good,” he said. “He’s only been concentrating on the next day rather than the longevity of it. “He has set goals, and he’s learnt that from his attitude through football, and not to look too far in front and concentrate on the daily goals and he’s certainly achieving those at this stage.” Mr Vernon said that Beau may be in the Austin for another couple of weeks, before being moved to the Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre. “He has one long tern goal and that’s to be home for Christmas” Mr Vernon said. “Beau’s girlfriend Lucy has been a tower of strength as well as both his brother Zak and sister Skye.” Daryl and Kerrie Vernon have been overwhelmed by the support shown by the community for their son. “The support from the community has just been fantastic and we are very grateful as a family.” The Leongatha Football Netball Club is spearheading the support campaign. Club secretary Matthew Grylls said they are formulating the best way to go about more fundraising at this stage. “We’re giving the Beau Vernon Appeal a big push through the leagues,” he said. “Echuca United are looking at doing something and Marysville Vil-

lains are looking at getting on board as well. “Locally we’re looking at doing sportsman’s nights, auctions, golf days and that sort of stuff.” Mr Grylls said they are calling for community support as well. “The big thing is that we’re calling for the community to pitch in,” he said. “He’s a great 23-year-old bloke that’s been playing football, a sport he loves. “It’s not like he’s been sitting on the couch all the time or doing doughies and cutting ‘mainies’ up and down the street and all that sort of stuff. “He’s been doing the right thing, just a very good clean living young bloke.” It is estimated that Beau’s care for the future could come to around $3m. “Every dollar counts at the moment,” said Mr Grylls. “We’re asking the community to really contribute; if someone’s got something they want to donate please stick your hand up and do it, if they want to make a donation of cash just go ahead and do that.” “We’re doing the best as a club to help him out, now we’re asking the community to help us, help him.” The Alberton Football Netball League is getting on board and showing their support through a donation to the appeal. They released a statement to the media last week outlining their support. “The Alberton Football Netball League directors have decided as part of their support for Beau Vernon, who played in the league for the Phillip Island Football Club before moving to the Leongatha Football Club, that they

In action: Beau on the field earlier this season.

would be encouraging all its member clubs to support the fund raising efforts being initiated on his behalf after his recent accident,” league spokesman Gary Adams said. “To kick start the efforts that will be made for Beau, the AFNL will contribute a $2000 donation. “As well we will be distributing to all our member clubs, collection bins that will be at all the gates of our local football matches over the last five rounds of the football season. “All players and supporters are encouraged to show their support for Beau and his family by making donations as they enter the games. All proceeds raised will be forwarded to Beau and his family.” Donations to the Beau Vernon Appeal can be made at any Westpac branch BSB 033-237 account number 179142.

Ready to swim: Taylah Tobias will join her Newhaven College teammates in New Zealand.

Swimmers New Zealand bound NEWHAVEN College athletes are taking their swimming to the international level. A team of four will head to New Zealand in September to take part in the AIMS Games and will represent just one of two Australian schools in a field of 160 schools. The team comprises Taylah Tobias of Inverloch, Amy Roberts of Tarwin Lower, Jessica Kiley of Bass and Molly Hosken of Phillip Island. Taylah competes with the Leongatha Swimming Club and South GippslandBass Swimming Club, and in New Zealand, will contest 16 events over two days. Among them will be the 50m freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly, individual and team medleys, and several 100m events. The event will be Taylah’s first international swimming competition. “I’m excited and looking forward to

seeing it all. It will be a great experience seeing what it is like competing against New Zealand schools,” she said. Sue Kiley of the South Gippsland-Bass Swimming Club approached Newhaven College seeking the college’s support to field a team under the college banner. Infinity Swim School at Phillip Island has sponsored new bathers and these have already proven successful, shaving 13 seconds off Taylah’s time over 200m. The AIMS Games will be held at Tauranga City in the North Island. The event is open to any school in the world and is for children aged 11-13 in 16 sports. “I’ve been training hard for it by doing lots of endurance sprints and have to hold my breath for 25m,” Taylah said. The community has supported Taylah, with sponsorship offered by Outtrim Masonic Lodge, Slice of Paradise Bakery at Inverloch, Forster and Co. Accountants at Inverloch, Phoenix Dance Studio at Wonthaggi and Inverloch Foodworks.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 - PAGE 71

Parrots coach sidelined By Kate Pellicano ROUND 13 SENIORS LADDER W

L D

%

Sale ......... 12 1 0 260.79 Leongatha .. 11 2 0 164.80 Maffra.........8 5 0 121.67 Morwell ......7 5 1 99.62 Traralgon .....7 6 0 122.52 Won Power ....6 7 0 95.85 Drouin ............4 9 0 79.16 Bairnsdale ......3 9 1 57.47 Moe................3 10 0 67.13 Warragul ........3 10 0 64.99 GOALKICKERS M. Ferguson (Sale) ............ (2) J. Best (Leongatha) ............ (4) B. Hughes (Warragul) ........ (1) D. Holt (Leongatha)............ (3) D. McKenna (Traralgon) ..... (0) A. Burgiel (Maffra) ............. (0) D. Bedggood (Maffra) ........ (2) K. Fraser (Sale) .................. (4) J. Gibbs (Bairnsdale).......... (2) D. Hutchison (Morwell) ...... (1) L. Stockdale (Traralgon) ..... (4)

Pts

48 44 32 30 28 24 16 14 12 8 62 52 43 40 40 38 37 31 25 24 24

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Leongatha ..11 1 Maffra........ 8 4 Drouin ....... 7 4 Sale .......... 7 4 Won Power .. 6 4 Morwell .........6 5 Traralgon .......4 7 Warragul .......1 11 Moe...............1 11

0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

242.93 172.86 84.16 162.23 143.24 96.55 95.25 43.29 27.70

44 32 30 28 26 24 16 4 4

GOALKICKERS M. Davies (Leongatha) ....... (2) N. Fowler (Sale) ................. (2) J. Pellicano (Leongatha) .... (4) R. Todd (Won Power) ........ (2) A. Winter (Won Power) ...... (0) J. Saunders (Maffra) .......... (0) R. Tack (Won Power) ......... (0) K. O’Dwyer (Sale) ............... (3) M. Goodwin (Drouin) ......... (0) B. Monahan (Warragul)...... (3)

33 31 24 17 17 16 16 15 14 14

UNDER 18 LADDER W L D

%

Bairnsdale.. 12 1 0 276.92 Traralgon ... 11 2 0 328.35 Warragul ... 11 2 0 196.97 Sale ...........8 5 0 208.57 Won Power ...7 6 0 177.95 Maffra ............5 8 0 91.87 Morwell ..........5 8 0 60.86 Leongatha ......4 9 0 52.21 Drouin ............2 11 0 52.98 Moe................0 13 0 5.22 GOALKICKERS J. Brown (Warragul)........... (3) P. Ryan (Won Power) ......... (1) R. Buttner (Warragul)......... (0) N. Campbell (Sale) ............. (3) M. Nelson (Traralgon) ........ (2) J. Weatherley (Maffra) ....... (0) B. Mitchell (Bairnsdale) ...... (4) A. Saunders (Bairnsdale) ... (3) B. Davidson (Leongatha).... (4) T. Huther (Won Power) ...... (2)

Pts

48 44 44 32 28 20 20 16 8 0 35 34 32 24 23 21 21 20 20 19

UNDER 16 LADDER W L D

Sale ......... 13 0 Traralgon ... 12 1 Maffra....... 11 2 Bairnsdale ...7 6 Drouin ........5 7 Morwell ..........5 8 Leongatha ......4 8 Moe................4 9 Warragul ........2 11 Won Power ....1 12

0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0

%

Pts

550.00 558.20 270.19 194.36 81.63 62.82 47.68 44.78 47.45 12.57

52 48 44 28 22 20 18 16 8 4

Late in the third term, Thursfield went off with a suspected hamstring injury, the outcome of which will be known later in the week. The ground conditions were very heavy and slippery, which made it very hard for both teams, especially in the middle of the ground. Today the Parrots had the return of Zak Vernon and Dwayne Holt while Jason Tomada, Sam Marriott, and Col Sanbrook should return next week against Warragul. This week’s game coincided with the reunion of premiership 1982 Seniors and 2002 Thirds which brought a big crowd to see a great knock out between the Parrots and the Eagles. The first 10 minutes of the game started off very scrappy for both teams. The Parrots were having trouble getting it past their half, which hasn’t happened all year.

second quarter adding two quick goals to their score; Dylan Westaway managed to lay a great tackle and recovered the ball. Westaway then sent it off to Paddy Kindellan who kicked it to Jake Best, who kicked his first goal for the Parrots. Rhett Kelly then delivered the ball straight to Chris Verboon, who set up for his second goal but was unable to put the six points on the board, only managing a minor score. When Zak Vernon kicked his first goal for the match, all the boys got around him, in fact the whole team came up to the forward line to give him a high five. Jake Best and Cam Stone each added goals to their name. Zak Vernon displayed good defensive work and then kicked it to Dwayne Holt, who went on to score a goal for the Parrots. Winston Gieschen marked in the Eagle’s forward line, played on and kicked it as the siren went, but it went straight to Will Thursfield ending up a missed opportunity for a well needed goal. At half time the Parrots had strectched their lead out a little more, now leading 62 to 45.

SENIORS Leongatha 14.13.97 d Maffra 12.8.80

UNDER 18 Leongatha 8.8.56 d Maffra 6.3.39

Leongatha goals: C. Verboon 4, J. Best 4, D. Holt 3, Z. Vernon 1, C. Stone 1, T. Clingan 1. Leongatha best: C. Verboon, D. Gourdis, C. Stone, T. Clingan, D. Westaway, N. Phelan. Maffra goals: J. Lambourn 3, D. Bedggood 2, D. O’Brien 1, A. Carr 1, J. Bristow 1, J. Davis 1, K. Porter 1, J. Scott 1, H. Burgiel 1. Maffra best: K. Porter, H. Burgiel, J. Scott, W. Gieschen, A. Phelan, G. Jones.

Leongatha goals: B. Davidson 4, O. Kerr 1, N. Tuckett 1, T. Goss 1, A. Taranto 1. Leongatha best: O. Kerr, B. Vanrooy, J. Burge, A. Castagna, B. Davidson, W. McCaughan. Maffra goals: M. Allman 3, B. Gallatly 1, C. Bourke 1, Z. Gallatly 1. Maffra best: C. Beattie, M. Allman, C. Bourke, J. Pratt, Z. Gallatly.

RESERVES Leongatha 12.15.87 d Maffra 4.3.27

UNDER 16 Maffra 15.15.105 d Leongatha 3.2.20

Leongatha goals: J. Pellicano 4, M. Davies 2, T. Pellicano 2, M. Coghlan 1, J. Tomada 1, D. Langstaff 1, J. Kilsby 1. Leongatha best: J. Tomada, M. Coghlan, M. Cook, T. Pellicano, J. Mackie, J. Hickey. Maffra goals: C. Bourke 2, J. Weatherley 1, J. Langshaw 1. Maffra best: S. Bates, P. Walker, S. Bedggood, J. Weatherley, B. Gallatly, C. Bourke.

Maffra goals: C. Driffield 4, J. Bennett 3, T. Tatterson 3, M. Dignan 1, J. Whelan 1, D. Mack 1, S. Robbins 1, H. Thackray 1. Maffra best: J. Bennett, T. Tatterson, C. Driffield, D. Mack, B. Brunt, C. Draper. Leongatha goals: M. Borschman 1, L. Wright 1, K. Materia 1. Leongatha best: N. Argento, F. Kelly, J. Ginnane, J. Stoll, J. Riseley, M. Borschman.

40 34 32 32 23 23 21 21 19 18

Welcome back ‘Banger’: Dwayne Holt returned to the Parrots side with a bang on the weekend, with three goals. Photo courtesy Mark Drury. In the third quarter Dave Gourdis was working hard and was marking strongly and the Eagles were finding it hard to get the ball into their forward line. Jake Best worked the ball forward and Chris Verboon marked strongly and kicked his third for the day. Daniel Bedggood was having a pearler of a game for the Eagles and was working hard, adding another goal to his name. Nick Phelan was given a 50 metre penalty and kicked it long into the forward line. Dwayne Holt showed his skill and was able to outmanoeuvre his opposition and weave his magic and scored another six points for the Parrots. The three quarter time score saw the Parrots well in front, 88 to 52. Going into the last quarter Joel Lambourn played a strong forward position for the Eagles and kicked his fourth for the game and team

mate Daniel Bedggood was all class throughout the quarter. Jake Best used his speed and was able to create space between himself and his opposition and went on to score his fourth goal for the game. Dave Gourdis came off with a hamstring injury and went straight to the rooms leaving the Parrots with no interchange. Maffra refused to give up in the dying minutes and scored a couple of late goals, one by their coach Hayden Burgiel.

Power no competition for Sale CGJFL THE weather was fine at Sale and the oval was in good condition; everything was set for what was hopefully going to be a well contested game. It was good to see Earl Shaw back in the ruck for Wonthaggi, but unfortunately that’s about where the good luck finished. Sale dominated the first 15 minutes of the first

quarter with all the play, but for one foray into the Wonthaggi forward line. Sale had 10 scoring shots kicking five goals and five behinds before Wonthaggi had even managed its one goal for the quarter. Sale’s superior strength around the ground and well drilled, disciplined teamwork were too much for Wonthaggi to cope with. As much as Wonthaggi tried, the score line said it all at quarter time, Sale 55 to Wonthaggi 6.

The second quarter saw a more even contest, with Wonthaggi players Daniel Domaille, Travis Krause, Jack Blair, Lee Warnett and Lucas White having a greater impact on the game. Wonthaggi applied more pressure on their Sale opponents throughout the quarter and the result was evident on the scoreboard where Sale won by just six points. At half time the scores were Sale 74 to Wonthaggi 19. With the damage already done on the scoreboard, spec-

OTHER MATCHES

GOALKICKERS B. Connelly (Maffra) ........... (0) B. McCarrey (Bairnsdale) ... (5) N. Dennison (Bairnsdale) ... (5) L. Ronchi (Sale) ................. (5) N. Holmes (Sale) ................ (6) C. Driffield (Maffra) ............ (4) T. Jolly (Sale) ..................... (4) H. Britten (Traralgon) ......... (1) J. Jans (Sale) ..................... (0) B. Duve (Traralgon) ............ (0)

A MUCH needed win for the Parrots this weekend was marred by a possible season ending injury for player and coach, Will Thursfield.

Eagles players, Jackson Scott and Daniel Bedggood kicked the first two goals of the match. The Parrots were trying hard to get a score on the board, patient Hayden Browne sent a great kick into the strong hands of Chris Verboon, who marked strongly and kicked the Parrots’ first goal. The Parrots’ backline was working hard, including Paul LePage who made a hard tackle and stopped the Eagles from scoring. Mick Otto had an opportunity to score also but was unable to capitalise, scoring only a minor. The Parrots had more of the play in their forward line late in the quarter; Jake Best marked inside 50 but was unable to make the distance. Dwayne Holt put his soccer skills to the test to kick the ball off the ground and goal; the Parrots were finding their rhythm. Jake Best and Dwayne Holt worked well together, scored another major between them and Tas Clingan added one to his name too. The scores were close at quarter time, the Parrots leading, 26 to 25. The Eagles started off very strongly going into the

SENIORS Traralgon 19.21.135 d Moe 7.9.51 Bairnsdale 8.12.60 d Morwell 8.12.60 Warragul 9.11.65 d Drouin 8.14.62 RESERVES Traralgon 10.6.66 d Moe 1.7.13 Drouin 7.10.52 d Warragul 6.4.40 UNDER 18 Traralgon 25.14.164 d Moe 2.1.13 Bairnsdale 20.17.137 d Morwell 3.5.23 Warragul 11.11.77 d Drouin 5.3.33 UNDER 16 Traralgon 13.21.99 d Moe 2.5.17 Bairnsdale 20.16.136 d Morwell 1.5.11 Drouin 10.7.67 d Warragul 6.3.39

SENIORS Sale 18.13.121 d Wonthaggi 5.4.34

UNDER 18 Sale 10.12.72 d Wonthaggi 8.8.56

Sale goals: K. Fraser 4, B. Rathnow 4, K. Martin 3, D. McLaren 2, M. Ferguson 2, J. Mitrevski 2, J. Dunkley 1. Sale best: K. Martin, C. Laverty, L. Todd, K. Fraser, S. Fyfe, J. Dessent. Wonthaggi goals: D. Domaille 3, A. Ware 1, T. Krause 1. Wonthaggi best: D. Domaille, B. Macfarlane, L. White, L. Warnett, J. Blair, A. Guilmartin.

Sale goals: N. Campbell 3, C. Garrett 2, Z. Petrovic 2, H. Kaandorp 1, E. Johnson 1, L. Lange 1. Sale best: T. Hector, J. Murphy, Z. Petrovic, N. Campbell, L. Lange. Wonthaggi goals: T. Huther 2, J. Read 2, A. Murray 2, B. Graham 1, P. Ryan 1. Wonthaggi best: J. Membrey, B. Graham, L. Asa Leausa, R. Lindsay, A. Murray, J. Sheerin.

RESERVES Sale 11.13.79 d Wonthaggi 11.11.77 Sale goals: K. O’Dwyer 3, N. Fowler 2, M. Davis 2, R. Love 1, C. Elliott 1, J. Allison 1, C. Aurisch 1. Sale best: M. Davis, G. O’Shanassy, B. Hudson, K. O’Dwyer, N. Fowler, S. Pollard. Wonthaggi goals: A. Zanella 4, P. Ryan 3, R. Todd 2, A. Sorensen 2. Wonthaggi best: K. McCarthy, M. Coyne, M. Everitt, J. Armstrong, A. Murray, P. Ryan.

UNDER 16 Sale 22.15.147 d Wonthaggi 0.0.0 Sale goals: N. Holmes 6, L. Ronchi 5. T. Jolly 4, J. Allison 3, B. Brew 1, I. Melrose 1, B. Olsson 1, D. Benson 1. Sale best: B. Olsson, N. Holmes, T. Holt, J. Allison, T. Jolly, L. Ronchi. Wonthaggi goals: Nil. Wonthaggi best: J. Graham, J. Geurin, J. Van Zanen, A. Pugh, A. Bourke.

tators could only hope that the second half gave a more competitive game. However, it seemed it was Sale who got the rev up at half time and they came out and slammed on five more goals to Wonthaggi’s one to put the issue, which may have already been, beyond doubt. At three quarter time, Sale held a commanding lead, in front of Wonthaggi by a massive 80 points. The final quarter saw both teams just going through the motions, which wouldn’t have pleased either coach. Although it could be said that Wonthaggi never gave up and certainly had plenty of possession, Sale were just too strong on the day. Around the ground it was good to see Earl Shaw put together a solid performance with the hopes of better things to come. A highlight for Wonthaggi came late in the game when, with just a minute to go in the final quarter, Dom O’Connor stood on the shoulders of his Sale opponent and took a spectacular one grab mark causing the whole crowd to erupt. The final score read Sale 121, defeated Wonthaggi on 34. Wonthaggi Power takes on Drouin at home this week.

ladders UNDER 10 W L D

%

Trafalgar....... 11 0 0 1027.59 Youth Club .... 9 1 1 350.00 Leongatha ..... 9 2 1 311.24 New Reds ..... 6 4 1 181.93 Yinnar.......... 6 5 0 113.66 Moe Maroons... 6 5 0 113.61 Mor Tigers ...... 6 5 0 97.74 Moe Blues ....... 5 5 1 125.95 Mirboo North .. 3 9 0 53.85 Hill & Rovers ... 2 9 0 70.11 New Blues ....... 1 10 0 28.42 Yallourn Nth .... 0 10 0 5.16

Pts

44 38 38 26 24 24 24 22 12 8 4 0

UNDER 12 W L D

Leongatha ..... 10 2 Trafalgar....... 10 1 New Blues..... 10 1 New Reds ..... 9 2 Mirboo North.. 7 5 Youth Club ...... 6 5 Yinnar ............. 4 7 Moe Maroons.. 4 7 Moe Blues ....... 3 8 Yallourn Nth .... 2 9 Hill & Rovers ... 2 9 Mor Tigers ...... 0 11

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

634.04 477.14 464.60 520.21 109.93 118.15 72.56 54.32 38.65 24.33 22.10 7.10

Pts

40 40 40 36 28 24 16 16 12 8 8 0

The Parrots held on despite the late comeback by the Eagles, winning the game 97 to 80. Next week the Parrots head to Warragul. All the Leongatha senior players and committee supported fund raising this weekend by selling stickers at the gate for the Beau Vernon Appeal. The Leongatha club would also like to thank the Maffra community for their generosity towards the appeal.

CGJFL UNDER 10 Leongatha 3.7.25 d Morwell Tigers 0.2.2 Goals: L. Stothart 2, F. Materia. Best: L. Stothart, J. Lamers, S. Murphy, J. Lawson, T. Boler, F. Materia.

UNDER 12 Leongatha 11.2.68 d Morwell Tigers 1.2.8 Goals: J. Lamers 3, B. Perry 2, A. Wright 2, B. Hastings, J. Stockdale, R. Lindsay, B. Chisholm, M. McGannon, G. Kewming, M. Hoober. Best: D. Williams, D. Clark, C. Chadwick, J. Stockdale, B. Chisholm, O. Schnoor.

UNDER 14 Leongatha 14.13.97 d Morwell Tigers 1.4.10 Goals: Z. Cox 3, A. Argento 2, O. Maclean 2, R. Smith 2, E. Stephenson 1, J. Van Der Kolk 1, L. Nunn 1, S. Forrester 1, B. Chadwick 1. Best: K. Cooper, R. Smith, E. Stephenson, T. Sauvarin, M. Minogue, J. Cecil.

UNDER 14 W L D

%

Leongatha ..... 11 0 0 339.51 Mirboo North.. 9 2 0 209.27 Moe Maroons.. 8 3 0 179.40 Youth Club .... 8 3 0 176.92 Moe Blues..... 7 4 0 187.69 New Blues ....... 7 4 0 128.30 Yinnar ............. 6 5 0 134.08 Trafalgar .......... 4 7 0 68.24 New Reds........ 3 8 0 58.02 Mor Tigers ...... 2 9 0 34.93 Hill & Rovers ... 1 10 0 30.28 Yallourn Nth .... 0 11 0 24.34

Pts

44 36 32 32 28 28 24 16 12 8 4 0

AJFL UNDER 11 Leongatha 2.1.13 d Wonthaggi Power 4.3.27 Goals: J. Hume, C. Krohn. Best: E. Clark, T. Boler, W. Pressnell, J. Ryan, W. Littlejohn, M. Bentvelzen.

UNDER 13 Leongatha 2.7.19 d Wonthaggi Power 2.5.17 No goals or best submitted.

PAGE 72 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 17, 2012

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