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By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland dairy farmers have welcomed opening price announcements for the 2014-15 season of around seven per cent higher than last year’s. Murray Goulburn announced a “record opening price” last Wednesday of $6 per kilogram milk solids (kg/MS), which is a seven per cent increase on last year’s opening price of $5.60. Murray Goulburn closed the 2013-14 season at $6.81kg/MS. The forecast end of season milk price for 2014-15 is expected to be between $6.15
and $6.30kg/MS (approximately 47 cents per litre). The 2014-15 season begins today (Tuesday). Branch manager at Landmark Leongatha Barry Svenson said compared to the last two years, the 2013-14 season was more favourable. “This season, a couple of things have been in the favour of dairy farmers, including increased production and a lift in the farmgate price,” he said. “This time last year, some dairy farmers had more money going out for grain than they did coming in for milk.” Mr Svenson said that has changed this year and dairy farmers were making the
most of their profits. “We have had a record year for grass seed, as well as fencing materials. This time last year our fertiliser trucks had all but stopped, but they are still spreading today,” he said. “A lift in the farmgate price provides a huge lift for our business.” Not to be outdone, Burra Foods’ opening prices range from $5.60 to $6kg/MS, subject to the various seasonal supply curves, production profiles and milk composition. Stony Creek farmer and Burra Foods supplier Stephen Sinclair thought an opening price of around $6kg/MS was fair. Continued on page 3. ► Farming Insight - pages 32-37.
Good start: Stony Creek dairy farmer Stephen Sinclair was happy with an opening price of around $6kg/MS from Burra Foods.
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Sex fiend jailed By Tayla Kershaw FORMER Leongatha man Nick Summers was sentenced to a maximum of four years and nine months in jail on Friday (June 27). The 22 year old pleaded guilty to over 45 offences against 38 child victims. He also pleaded guilty to charges of using a carriage service to access child pornography and using a carriage service to communicate with persons under 16 with intention of procuring to engage sexual activity and possessing child pornography. His minimum sentence was two years and four months – of which he has already served around 172 days. He will remain on the sex offender register for the rest of his life. This means he will not be able to be involved in any underage sporting events again. At the time of his arrest, Mr Summers was a coach at the Leongatha Junior Football Club, a coach of the Leongatha junior boys basketball team, and coaching U12 and U14 cricket teams both locally and at a representative level.
He worked casually as a babysitter and a nanny. Many of the victims were known to Mr Summers due to these connections. Mr Summers was originally arrested and charged with blackmail, possession of child pornography and grooming offences. “Grooming” in this instance is the act of online predators gaining the trust of a minor, often with a sexual relationship as a goal. Police said Mr Summers allegedly posed as a teenage girl on social media sites such as Facebook and Skype under the aliases of Emmy Jane, Emily Jones and Taylah Jenkins. These online accounts were believed to be used to obtain photographs and video material from the victims. Police from the Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team said the community had regrouped since the arrest but families must be wary of technology. “Families need to continue to communicate with their kids,” Detective Senior Constable Andrew Lappin said. “All families need to be cyber aware and keep all lines of communication open.”
Famous now: more than 150 guests attended the film premiere of Swell Mamas - in the Moment at the Inverloch RACV Resort on Friday night. The 30 minute documentary shares the journey of a surfing for mums program delivered at Inverloch Main Beach by Bass Coast Community Health Service, Swell Mamas and Surfing Victoria. Sponsored by the RACV Resort and guest hosted by ABC Radio 774 broadcaster Libbi Gorr, the premiere was a hit. The stars, project participants and coordinators of the film celebrated with Ms Gorr, centre. Photo by Phoebe Honey.
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Continued from page 1. “It is good to have that price early in the year. It gives us more stability and will allow us to plan ahead at least 12 months,” he said. “Milk price makes a big difference to us. We are expanding our herd numbers from 160 to 240 milkers and have just taken over a new farm. The cash flow allows us to keep working on the new farm.” Mr Sinclair said the last few years were an indication dairy was still a lucrative business, which is another reason the family decided to expand. “I prefer to open the season on a higher price than a lower price and receive step-ups throughout the year,” he said. “It is better to have a higher price up front because it allows us to budget better.”
Murray Goulburn managing director Gary Helou said the opening price reflected the ongoing positive impacts of the company’s strategy. “We have driven efficiencies in our supply chain and created more innovative dairy foods in domestic and international markets,” he said. Burra Foods chief executive officer Grant Crothers confirmed the new season prices represented a 40 cent kg/MS increase on last season’s opening price. “This three cent per litre increase reflects our confidence in the market’s ability to absorb the increased milk production and recover from the lower commodity prices seen during the recent months,” he said. “Our key objective is to capture additional value of each and every milk solid supplied, and deliver
that benefit through price increases throughout the season.” There is more good news for suppliers in South Gippsland after Fonterra Australia also announced a strong opening price. Fonterra’s opening price for suppliers in Victoria and Tasmania will be just below Murray Goulburn at $5.80kg/MS. Fonterra is forecasting a closing range of $6.10 to $6.30 kg/MS for the 201415 season. Fonterra Australia managing director Judith Swales said, “I know our opening price will help our suppliers lock down their business plans for the next 12 months.”
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Winners and losers By Brad Lester SOME people will pay more rates and some less under a revision of rates charged by South Gippsland Shire Council from this financial year.
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Council last Wednesday adopted the new Rating Strategy 2014-2018 that creates new rating differentials. The strategy was largely created to give farmers cheaper rates but sparked opposition from owners of commercial, industrial and vacant landowners, who were left with more to pay. Ratepayers with lower valued properties will typically pay less and those who own higher value properties will pay more. Cr Mohya Davies said about two thirds of residents will receive cheaper rates and only 144 farmers will pay higher rates. But Cr Don Hill told council the discount to farmers did not go far enough,
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with the winding back of the municipal charge the only reason farmers will receive cheaper rates. He said the strategy did not satisfy guidelines issued by the State Government calling for councils to consider giving farmers cheaper rates. “There has been no change in this policy,” he said. Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said easing the rates burden on farmers would cost other ratepayers more. “I will be paying 15 per cent more on my rates. So be it. That is the result of a process that council has put in train,” he said. Cr Davies welcomed the change. “This will achieve a more equitable distribution of South Gippsland Shire Council’s sale rate burden across the various land categories,” she said. Although she did say, “Many residents will be pleased when they get their rate notices and there will be some that will not be pleased.”
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Cr Andrew McEwen felt farmers should have been charged less and owners of vacant land more. “Farmers pay two per cent of their income in rates. Commercial and retail pays 0.2 per cent of their income in rates. That is unfair,” he said. The municipal charge has been reduced from $343.65 last financial year to $181.70 in 2014-15, and it will be removed in 2015-16. The phasing out of the municipal charge will benefit lower valued properties and cost owners of higher valued properties more. Farm properties will have an 80 per cent differential in 2014-15 and a 70 per cent differential in 2015-16. Industrial and commercial properties will have a 102.5 per cent differential in 2014-15 and 105 per cent in 2015-16.
Vacant land will have a 175 per cent differential in 2014-15 and 200 per cent in 2015-16. Properties classified as cultural and recreational will have a 43.75 per cent differential in 2014-15 and a 50 per cent in 2015-16. Cr Hill lodged a notice of motion calling for: • the differential rate for vacant land to be increased to 220 per cent for 2014-15 and 240 per cent in 2015-16; • the cultural and recreational category differential rate to be 55 per cent for 2014-15 and 60 per cent for 2015-16; and • use the savings to reduce farm rates. That motion was lost due to lack of a seconder. Cr Hill abstained from the final vote that passed the rating strategy. Before adopting the rating strategy, council referred
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it to its legal advisors to ensure it complied with the Local Government and Valuation Act. That cost $9000. The new rating strategy does not impress Stephen George of Fish Creek. He will pay an extra $400 in rates as his 14.6ha property is no longer classed as rural but as general – the former residential zone. Under the policy, properties up to 20ha where primary production and improvements are secondary to the value of the residential home site will not be classified as farms for rating purposes. “It has got to the point where it is unsustainable for me,” Mr George told council last Wednesday. He said he pays $2500 in rates for little services. “You can’t keep bleeding people. There is no more to give,” he said.
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Rates rebuke Mayor tells critics to get real SOUTH Gippsland Shire Councillors are split over last Wednesday’s decision to raise general rates by 5.5 per cent – the second highest in Gippsland.
Some councillors described the rise as excessive and unsustainable, but mayor Cr Jim Fawcett defended the figure, which is only second to Bass Coast’s proposal to lift general rates by 6.3 per cent. Cr Andrew McEwen said the average family would pay 3.2 per cent of their weekly wage in rates, adding council was “treating the community as the proverbial magic financial pudding”, in reference to author Norman Lindsay’s classic children’s tale about a pudding that always replenished, no matter how often it was eaten. But Cr Fawcett said the rate rise was realistic and said claims by fellow councillors that savings could be slashed to spare ratepayers’ expense were unfounded. Council voted to increase general rates by 5.5 per cent, however total rates and
charges will rise by 4.13 per cent as waste service charges will drop by 16 per cent. Council will spend $15.48 million on capital works - $2.11 million more than last financial year. That will include the long awaited $5.25 million Korumburra
Integrated Children’s Centre, subject to grant funding. Cr Fawcett said councillors who called for council to reduce savings failed to grasp the reality of the financial cost of running a council. In an imim passioned budge budget sell,
Not on: Cr Andrew McEwen said South Gippsland Shire Council was “treating the community as the proverbial magic financial pudding”.
the mayor said saving was vital to plan for future capital works and unexpected costs, such as the superannuation call of $4.6 million two years ago, and emphasised council would pay all its debt in 2018-19. As at June 30, 2014, council owed $3.35 million. “You would need to get a three per cent rate rise just to tread water,” he said. The mayor – an accountant – said inflation was rising by 2.7 per cent, Gross Domestic Product for Victoria was climbing by 1.5 per cent and incomes were increasing by 4.2 per cent. He noted the rising number of young families and elderly people was increasing demand for council services, and governments were requiring more services from council without providing funding to match. Despite the mayor’s spruiking, Cr McEwen said the rate rise was too much. “It is treating the community as the proverbial magic financial pudding,” he said. “If we continue to do what we have done, we will find that our rates will be approaching five per cent of average weekly wages in 10 years’ time.” Cr Don Hill has been
advocating for council to remove $34 million of expenditure for 15 years’ time and that call was backed by Cr McEwen, who said that goal required council to save $1.8 million a year. He said council could reduce rates by one per cent by slowing the rate of growth of cash reserves and continued his push for management levels to be reduced. Cr Jeanette Harding said, “if you are good with figures you can convince yourself that you are right”. Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said he agreed the degree of rate rises was unsustainable but council was hamstrung. He said the peak local government body, the Municipal Association of Victoria, was seeking more government funding for councils. But he said council must save for the future. Cr Mohya Davies praised council’s financial position, saying “compared to other rural councils we have low outstanding borrowings”, adding council was planning to meet unexpected costs and future capital works. She noted council’s Workcover premium had dropped by $152,000, and staff salaries had fallen
through efficiency and productivity gains. She said staff numbers had not increased for the past three years apart from extra staff required to introduce new services, such as operating caravan parks at Yanakie and Port Welshpool, and the Koonwarra landfill. Running the landfill, Cr Davies said, had saved council $100,000 a year.
She celebrated council’s securing of $19 million worth of grants in the past three years, compared to $7.8 million in the previous three year period. Cr Bob Newton opposed the budget, saying many ratepayers would not be aware of the full extent of rate rises under the new rating strategy until their rate notices arrived in the mail.
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Audience applauds Indonesian tale LEONGATHA Primary School students presented plays based on the traditional Indonesian folktale of Panji and the Buffalo, as part of the Indonesian program, last week. The story is about a boy, Panji, who is tricked into selling his buffalo for a very cheap price to some unscrupulous becak drivers. After viewing a shadow puppet play in which a magic bell is used to make people do whatever they were told, Panji
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has an idea. He enlists the help of some market sellers and manages to outsmart the tricksters. The Grade 4 students narrated the plays in English, with the character roles spoken in Indonesian. The students performed before an audience of other grades, parents and community members. Students sang songs related to the action and performed Indonesian-style percussion music learned in music sessions with Jen Holm. The silhouette temple pictures used as a backdrop to the plays were created by art students with Katrina Hodges. Practising and performing the play improved the students’ understanding of Indonesian language and culture. The audience also kindly made donations to the school’s sponsored child, Yulita who lives in West Timor, Indonesia.
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Bass bills to hurt
BASS Coast Shire Council will lift general rates and charges by 6.9 per cent in 2014-15 - the highest rise of any council in Gippsland and likely to be one of the biggest in Victoria. General rates only will increase by 6.3 per cent. Average rates and charges per property will increase from $1478 in the 2013-14
financial year to $1567 in this financial year – an increase of $89. Mayor Cr Neil Rankine said the proposed budget sees a change of emphasis in how council balances services and sustainability. “This change of emphasis has seen the organisation focus on how it can deliver services more cost effectively, so as to relieve the increasing pressure on rate revenue, and also invest in the renewal and upkeep of assets and infrastructure,” he said. “We have reduced
the cost of what we do by $2.17 million compared to the previous year to an expected spend of $52 million, allowing us to concentrate a greater share of available funding to the maintenance and development of infrastructure, resulting in a more sustainable approach to the management of assets.” Cr Rankine announced a $12.226 million capital expenditure program for 2014-15. The draft budget draft was released to the public at the June ordinary council meeting on Wednesday.
Recently released: Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine flips through the budget draft released to the public on Wednesday.
“The new structure of the budget is fantastic,” Cr Andrew Phillips said. “It’s clear and it gives information, not just figures.” Capital funding has been allocated to upgrade identified black spots on the roads and expand the pathway network across the shire. The capital works program will also be used to work on drainage at Newhaven Reserve to improve the condition of the playing surface, harvesting stormwater at the Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve and funds for the design of the Bass Valley integrated children’s centre. The expected operating result for 2014-15 year is a deficit of $1.55 million. This is a $2.86 million reduction on the projected deficit of $4.41 million for 2013-14. Council’s acting corporate services director John Wynen said, “Annual operating results are influenced by a variety of cost and revenue pressures including labour and other major program costs like materials and service costs, asset depreciation expense, level of rate increases, and the timing and level of revenues received like government grants, developer contributions, and statutory and user based fees and charges.” Cr Rankine added, “We will continue to maintain a focus on spending in the
areas of roads, parks, recreation and traffic management combined with essential renewal projects focused across the shire. “This budget also has an
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What is computer-guided surgery/dentistry? Computer guided dentistry represents a giant step forward in many aspects of dentistry, such as the replacement of teeth with dental implants and oral surgery. Using Cone Beam CT Scan techniques and 3D imaging, dentists can now visualise the patient’s jaws and teeth in three dimensions. This eliminates the guesswork involved, and dentists can perform surgical procedures with precision and safety.
Do all Dental Practices have the technology to do 3D Imaging and Computer Guided Surgery? Unfortunately due to the high costs involved in setting up the machine, most dental practices in Australia do not have this technology available on-site. As far as I know we are the only dental practice in South Gippsland to operate this machine. I hope more dental practices have this fantastic technology in the future to deliver safe and precise treatments to their patients. So how does computer guided surgery actually work? It works by planning the surgery on a computer first. Our dentists can virtually perform and plan the surgery on the computer system and that information is sent to Germany where the precise surgical guide is constructed. Once it
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MEMBERS of the Phillip Island Progress Association applauded after Bass Coast Shire Council’s Cr Andrew Phillips moved to givein-principle support to an independent review of council’s services, at last Wednesday’s meeting. While council has not yet agreed to support the request of an independent municipal review made by the association to the State Government, council has agreed to explore the concerns of Island ratepayers. The recent Community Satisfaction Survey showed Phillip Island people rated council low again – as it has for two decades.
“Twenty years is a long time to harbour dissatisfaction with the local government,” Cr Clare Le Serve said. Cr Phillips said the only fair way to resolve issue was to support the independent review. The recent ordinary council meeting was the first to acknowledge the de-amalgamation request made by the association, formerly known as Stand Alone. Cr Jordan Crugnale said council needed a logical and rational process to clarify certain issues. Cr Phil Wright said council must focus on roads, Cowes’ infrastructure, parking and walkways, and the rural land management strategy. Cr Bradley Drew proposed community and council work together more closely in the future. Mayor Cr Neil Rank-
Deep thinking: Bass Coast Shire councillors Bradley Drew (left) and Andrew Phillips at last Wednesday’s council meeting. ine said the review would provide information to inform debate about future governance. “Whilst the processes
agreed to by council may take some months to complete, the decisions taken demonstrate a willingness and genuine commitment
Cheaper water Surgery investigated PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 Wed, 16 July 2.00pm; 7.00pm* (*by noon 15/07) Wed, 23 July 10.00am ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 23 July – 2.00pm COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION Amendment C99 - Burra Foods Buffer A Community Information Session on Planning Scheme Amendment C99 will be held on Thurs 3 July at 7pm at the Community Meeting Room, Commercial St, Korumburra. This is an opportunity to discuss the Amendment with Council officers. C99 proposes to introduce an Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO) around the Burra Foods factory. The purpose of the control is to ensure that new developments in the area acknowledge the potential impacts of factory operations on the surrounding land and to discourage the establishment of inappropriate land uses (e.g. kinder / child care) near the factory. The ESO allows planning permits for new dwellings on existing residential lots and has no impact on existing land uses and developments. The Korumburra Structure Plan is also proposed to be changed to acknowledge the buffer area. The Amendment is currently on public exhibition until 1 August at Council, Coal Creek, Korumburra Library & Milpara Community House. Submissions to C99 and the changes to the Korumburra Structure Plan close on Fri 1 August 2014. Enquiries should be addressed to Strategic Planning Coordinator Ken Griffiths on 5662 9236 or ken.griffiths@southgippsland.vic.gov.au ADOPTION OF 2014/15 BUDGET Notice is hereby given that the Council, at its meeting held on 25 June 2014 adopted a budget, for the financial year commencing 1 July, 2014 and ending on 30 June, 2015. HARD WASTE COLLECTION BOOKINGS NOW OPEN Bookings can once again be made during July and August for Council's residential hard waste collection service. All SG residential properties are eligible, including those in rural areas (Commercial & industrial properties are not eligible).This year's fee is $86 per property. A reduced rate of $29 applies for pension card holders. To book, registration forms can be downloaded from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au,paid by credit card or cheque and sent to Council, or the form and payment can be completed at Council Reception. Once booked, Council's contractor will notify you of your scheduled collection date in September /October. Waste will need to be placed for collection within property boundaries (where possible) and the pile labelled in a manner that clearly identifies it as waste to be collected by the hard waste collection contractor. Council's contractors will come on the specified day and remove the hard waste. A maximum of two cubic metres (1m wide x 1m high x 2m long) of waste will be collected from properties who have booked and paid for a collection. For further information on materials that can and cannot be accepted, visit www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or phone 5662 9200. REAPPOINTMENT OF CEO Council on 25 June 2014 reappointed Mr Tim Tamlin as the Chief Executive Officer. Details of the proposed total remuneration of the Chief Executive Officer under the new contract is available for public inspection at council from 2 July 2014. Inspection can be arranged by contacting Phil Dwyer on 5662 9200. COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Road Maintenance: Leongatha/Leongatha Sth / Hedley/Binginwarri/Welshpool 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au
HOMEOWNERS and small business operators in Leongatha, Korumburra, Foster, Toora and Yarram will save $48 on their water bills each year for the next four years thanks to the State Government’s Fairer Water Bills Initiative. Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan welcomed the savings which have been achieved by South Gippsland Water cutting back on office waste and unnecessary red tape. “Gippsland households and small businesses have frustratingly come to expect that their water bills will keep rising each and every year,” he said. “The Coalition Government has said ‘enough is enough’ and asked water corporations to find savings. “I am pleased to announce that for the next four years South Gippsland Water will provide rebates of an average of $48 a year to residential and small business customers paying water and wastewater service charges. “This means that 90 per cent of South Gippsland Water’s residential customers and many small business owners will receive a significant reduction to their water bills.” Mr Ryan said the savings would be delivered through a once-off yearly rebate applied to all residential water customers’ accounts (excluding cistern accounts) from today (July 1). “South Gippsland Water highlighted a number of cost saving measures, which included partnering with other corporations to achieve larger savings, more efficient use of water treatments and lower vehicle management costs,” Mr Ryan said.
THE inquest into the death of Kelly Richards is still ongoing.
Ms Richards died after a fatal haemorrhage during fallopian tube ligation surgery at Bass Coast Regional Health, Wonthaggi. Dr John Crellin, surgeon at the Wonthaggi hospital for 38 years, operated on Ms Richards in July 2011. According to Dr Crellin surgical instruments had caused the heavy bleeding. An autopsy found an artery and vein had been punctured and Ms Richards had a damaged colon, though this may have been caused during the emergency surgery. Deputy State Coroner Iain West is overseeing the investigation.
Drunk driver caught twice A CAPE Paterson man was intercepted for drink driving at 2.45pm on Sunday afternoon.
The 58 year old was pulled over by Bass Coast Highway Patrol in Wonthaggi. The driver returned a positive preliminary breath test and refused to accompany police for a breath test. Police subsequently seized the driver’s keys. At approximately 3.25pm the driver – using a spare key to activate his car– was intercepted again by a Bass Coast Highway Patrol unit in Cape Paterson. This time he decided to accompany police for a breath test. The man returned a positive reading and had his licence immediately suspended. He will face court at a later date for refusing a breath test and drink driving.
Route action THE Leongatha Alternate Heavy Vehicle Route is advancing with pre-construction works set to begin today (Tuesday).
Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan said, “The $5.12 million Leongatha Alternate Heavy Vehicle Route, which was jointly funded by the Victorian and Commonwealth governments, will see more than 600 trucks per day to be diverted around the Leongatha CBD. “This project will provide significant benefits to shoppers and business owners in Bair Street, including increased pedestrian safety, better traffic flows and less damage to the road caused by heavy vehicles.” Mr Ryan said before the project could move to the design and construction phase, important surveying work needed to be completed. Mr Ryan said once the surveying was complete the final design works and pre-construction activities such as service relocation would be carried out. He said construction works would then follow in 2015, with the project expected to be complete by 2016.
by the council to engage with the progress association to understand and address the concerns the group has,” he said.
Drug busts A SUBSTANTIAL quantity of cannabis was seized from a house in Inverloch on Friday.
Inverloch Police, in conjunction with detectives from Bass Coast Crime Investigation Unit detectives, executed a search warrant at the Surf Parade home. A man was taken into custody. While the search was under way, another man arrived to visit the premises and when searched was found to be in possession of drugs believed to be methamphetamine and ecstasy. This caused police to then search a house in West Creek, where a further quantity of cannabis was found, A 23 year old Inverloch man and a 38 year old West Creek man will appear at Korumburra Court in due course.
Kardella collision TWO cars were involved in a head on collision at midday on Sunday.
Both drivers – a Leongatha man and a Korumburra woman – were P plater drivers. Police are investigating. The incident occurred on the South Gippsland Highway near Stevens Road, Kardella. Each driver also had a passenger. The four people involved were conveyed to the Korumburra Hospital by road ambulance with minor injuries.
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VICTORIAN GOVERNMENT FUNDS THE GAP GAS WATER ELECTRICITY RATES The Victorian Government is guaranteeing that eligible low income households will keep receiving existing concessions for energy, water and council rates. The Victorian Government will put in the money the Federal Government has withdrawn to ensure all Victorian concession card holders continue to receive the same discounts as they do now. By filling the gap created by the Federal Government, the Victorian Government is helping those who are most vulnerable to manage cost of living pressures.
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KORUMBURRA Secondary College students are working on a community learning project, as part of their studies at the Gnurad leadership school at Glenormiston in western Victoria. The students will run a one day workshop at the school looking at risk taking behaviours, including drugs, sex and smoking. The students will return to their home school next term. PROM Coast Centre for Children in Foster is in need of gumboots for small feet. If you have some old gumboots at home your children have grown out of, donations would be much appreciated. A U S T R A L I A Post is encouraging Gippslanders to help others by donating to the newly announced public charitable fund, Our Neighbourhood Trust. Collection boxes are now at Australia Post corporate post offices to collect small change. WONTHAGGI Secondary College now has a car to properly run the L2P program. The school thanks the sponsorship of the Bass Coast Community Service for supporting
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THE Wonthaggi Secondary College Dudley Campus is seeking two litre plastic bottles. The bottles will be given to the horticulture class to finish their greenhouse. All donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. AMBULANCE Victoria will waive the normal 60-day waiting period for non-emergency transports or emergency call-outs for pre-existing medical conditions for three months to encourage Victorians to take out membership, Minister for Health David Davis said last week. From July 1, the cost of an annual subscription will rise to $82.60 per family or $41.30 for singles. Now people without ambulance membership can pay $1645 for emergency road ambulance in country areas. If you call an ambulance but do not require transport, you can still face a bill of $481. Pensioners, Health Care Card holders and other eligible patients will continue to receive free clinically necessary ambulance transport for most services, including transport to and from public hospitals.
THE South Gippsland Concert Band has something special in store for all children these school holidays. The band will be putting on an afternoon of live symphonic music at the Korumburra Anglican Church Hall on July 5. Between 2pm and 3.30pm, children can come along and enjoy music like Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Popeye the Sailor Man, Mickey
Mouse, Australian tunes and Pirates of the Caribbean. “It’s all things for the kids,” band manager Em Barton said. “Everything is nice and poppy.” Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and pensioners. Children under 12 accompanied by an adult will be admitted for free. The band will be celebrating its 40th birthday later in the year and felt this year was the perfect time to
put on a show for children. Eric Cross is the director of the band, which will have a few extra players on the day. Primary school students have been asked to perform as well, to appeal to the younger audience. “We want to generate an interest in music,” Ms Barton said. “Maybe something will catch their eye and they’ll develop an interest in the future.”
Musical evening: the residents and staff of Woorayl Lodge in Leongatha were entertained by the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band last Wednesday evening. The band played a variety of favourites, from marches to Rock Around the Clock, bringing smiles to the audience. Band musician Nancy Jones (centre) caught up with residents Marg Burge (left) and Shirley Strawhorn.
NEWHAVEN College held a careers expo for students recently, giving them access to tertiary education providers and industry representatives to discuss the pros and cons of jobs.
Time’s right for wood: Winston O’Reilly of Leongatha won the recent Rotary wood raffle. He was thrilled to win the trailer load of split and dried firewood as he can no longer split it himself. He was going to deliver a smaller trailer load of this wood to his daughter who lives at Rye. Rotarians are pictured helping Winston unload the wood. Rotary will be running a second wood raffle over two weeks from July 3 outside Leongatha Newsagency and at the Koonwarra Market on July 5.
JOIN the Lyrebird Hospital Auxiliary at Stadium 4 Cinemas for the opening screening of Jersey Boys on Thursday (July 3). The money raised will help the Lyrebird Auxiliary raise extra fund for Gippsland Southern Health Services. Tickets are on sale $20 each and $15 for seniors and children. Everyone may dress up in 60’s gear if they wish. A themed supper will be included as well as door prizes and raffles. Darcy’s are also offering a Jersey Boys cocktail for $10. For every cocktail sold, $1 will go towards the Lyrebird Auxiliary.
Almost done: the Leongatha Recreation Reserve Committee of Management has got on the front foot and organised the repairs to the wall at the men’s toilets near the skate park. The toilets are now back in commission and ready for use! Gavin Bolding, pictured, of Steve Johnston bricklayers was applying the finishing touches last Thursday and said it would be ready for Saturday’s sporting events. Reserve secretary Frank Dekker said the toilets were repaired at around the $1,000 cost and he thanked Steve Johnston and crew for getting on with the job so quickly.
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Cr Kennedy is back By Brad Lester CR KIERAN Kennedy last Wednesday returned to his first South Gippsland Shire Council meeting since March.
Right move: Australian Olympic swimmer Brooke Hanson knows the advantages of learning to swim and was pleased to meet Invy Swimmers teacher Katrina Adkins and students, Max Abrahamson of Wonthaggi, Riley McRae of Wonthaggi and Lincoln Falls of Tarwin Lower recently. Invy Swimmers holds lessons at I Choose Awesome gymnasium and pool at Inverloch. Ms Hanson nearly drowned twice as a baby and began swimming lessons as a three year old. At age six, she declared she wanted to contest the Olympics, and later won gold and silver Olympic medals. She is also an Austswim ambassador and Invy Swimmers are certified by Austswim. “Who knows, we may have a future Olympian here,” Ms Hanson said.
The Venus Bay resident has been absent after using abusive language to describe Cr Lorraine Brunt at the February council meeting. He has since apologised and sought leave from council. He did not take up his usual seat at the same side of the council table as Cr Brunt, and sported a longer than usual beard. That prompted Ron Wangman of Leongatha South to comment he thought it was Christmas in July, before he addressed council. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett welcomed Cr Kennedy back to the council table and while Cr Kennedy was largely subdued throughout the meeting, his first major comment appeared to be about council staffing levels. David Amor of Korumburra had said South Gippsland Water’s website still referred to mayor Cr
Representing community: Cr Kieran Kennedy at the South Gippsland Shire Council table last Wednesday.
Jim Fawcett as a previous mayor and Mr Amor said the water corporation should update its website. Cr Fawcett – a director of the water corporation suggested the reason for the out of date reference was South Gippsland Water’s low staff levels. Cr Kennedy yelled out:
“Well, that’s a good example.” Cr Kennedy went into bat for Venus Bay and Sandy Point residents affected by regulations restricting development of septic tanks and bores. But he did not wish to comment during council’s budget discussions and nor did he have any councillor reports. Cr Kennedy was however vocal in his opposition to a council proposal to no longer acquire art due to lack of storage space and expertise. He said the savings of an annual allocation of $1000 to buy art were “measly” and wondered which areas of the arts community were consulted. “To sit here today and vote to abandon the arts all together is a very sad indictment,” he said. Council voted to revoke its Arts Acquisition Policy. Cr Kennedy has not been using a council car while on leave but continued to receive his council allowance. CEO Tim Tamlin told The Star Cr Kennedy had been visiting the council office and remaining up to date with council activities.
CEO to cut council costs By Brad Lester
SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council Tim Tamlin is aiming for further efficiencies after being granted his second five year contract last Wednesday. Mr Tamlin is now updating council’s computer system with a vision of sharing resources and work with neighbouring councils – a move he said would ultimately reduce costs. “It is very clear with the pressure we are under with rates and I’m trying to do more with less because if we
don’t, we will be legislated to do so anyway,” he said. The CEO said the new system would “future proof staff and the council” and be beneficial for such services as procurement, administration, financial management and even engineering. Councils could share engineering workloads and thereby retain experienced staff. That system is attracting the interest of other councils, with the information technology manager from Ararat Rural City Council inspecting the system last Friday. Mr Tamlin makes no secret of the fact the system could change staffing arrangements, so at the same time he is encouraging a culture of “personal resilience”
to prepare staff for changes in the way they work. South Gippsland is working with other councils to obtain better broadband access before the completion of the National Broadband Network. That service would be over six times faster. Council is now storing data in a warehouse at a cost of 15 per cent extra per month, but that has doubled capacity and will save $350,000 on computer costs over the next three years. “The way council will deliver services in five years is going to be very different to the way we are going about delivering services today, albeit it will look similar,” Mr Tamlin said. “We are still going to
Boxes to tick: South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin has further goals for his second term at council.
have graders on roads and home carers, but the way we administer and operate these services will be different.” During budget preparations, many ratepayers have criticised council’s staffing levels, saying they were too high. Mr Tamlin said council executives recently modelled the impact of having three directorates instead of the current four, and found staff’s workload would be too high and no efficiencies gained. “That review gave me the confidence that we are doing it the right way,” he said. Mr Tamlin was disappointed by the recent Community Satisfaction Survey results. He was expecting higher ratings for roads and advocacy given council’s work in those areas. Reflecting on his previous term, he cited among the highlights: • introducing priority projects and briefings with MPs to seek support; • returning farming zone powers to council; • completing the Rural Land Use, Sustainability and Waste Management strategies; • Prom Coast Centre for Children; • Strategic Direction for Aquatic Facilities; • Leongatha Heavy Vehicle Alternate Route; and • Green Street Lighting Project. Two years ago, he was invited to be one of 12 council CEOs from Victoria’s 79 councils to be a member of the Municipal Association of Victoria’s Innovation Committee. “That was because the MAV saw South Gippsland as an innovative council,”
he said. Now he can continue that work with another five years in the job. Mr Tamlin was thrilled. “I was ecstatic. It is really exciting because for the last four and a half years I’ve seen the building and consolidating of the council to the point where we can achieve great things,” he said. “We have got a strong
leadership team together. The directors were appointed three and a half years ago and they are still here so we have a stable executive team that has built a stable management structure.” Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett said Mr Tamlin had provided inspiration and innovation. “The energy and enthusiasm in which Tim approaches his role resonates throughout
the shire and wider region. He is a well-respected member of regional groups where he proudly represents our council and his likeable nature has allowed him to form strong bonds with key government officials,” Cr Fawcett said. • The terms of the reappointment are available for inspection at council’s offices until July 9.
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OPINIONS
Roads danger
OUR police and transport ministers must seriously do something about the state of the road network in South Gippsland. Having been the officer in charge of both the Leongatha Police Station and the Bass Coast Highway Patrol for 20 years, I know these roads well and never have I seen them in such poor and dangerous condition as what they have been in recent years. In the past week, we experienced our real first wet spell for the year. After a return trip to Melbourne, I was disgusted to see that the condition of the South Gippsland Highway (between Ruby and Loch) had rapidly deteriorated during this period. Whilst I appreciate that some money is being spent, I question whether or not long term solutions are being sought. Simply filling holes with a shovel full of bitumen is not good enough, this practice is not effective and the fix is short lived. Causation factors need to be identified and addressed. It is the same sections of road (ie South Gippsland Highway near Potter Road and the perennial potholes near Loch, to name a few) that are patched but never properly repaired. Throwing money at short term fixes is simply irresponsible and not cost effective in the longer term. Also, as an avid motorcyclist on this road network, I am fed up with the dangerous state of all of our roads but particularly with the major arterials. The risk to public safety due to these conditions can be menacing for all road users but the danger
to any motorcyclist is very real indeed. Recently, the first comment an interstate visitor said to me upon their arrival was, “How poor the roads were in the area.” Hardly a positive endorsement. Long term fixes are expensive but necessary. The police and other emergency services are serious about road safety. It’s about time that the State Government showed the same commitment. Jim Baum, Leongatha.
End magic pudding! SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has voted to continue to increase rates at a level above inflation. Rates have risen from 1.5 per cent of average family incomes in 2001-2 to 3.2 per cent in 2014-15. Council’s finances are sustainable, when it charges rates high enough to cover expenditure. This may be sustainable for council, but not necessarily for the community. Average family incomes are only $980 per week and we have nearly 30 per cent of people earning less than $500 a week. For the latter the proposed rates represent 6.2 per cent of their income paid either through rates directly or through rents. Council’s rates in real terms have risen by 7.9 per cent per annum for the past 10 years and will rise by over seven per cent per annum in the next 10 years. Families, farmers and businesses in difficult times pull their belts in and seek smarter ways to do things. Councils with their rating pow-
E D I T O R I A L Where is the truth? THE matter was bound to come to a head and that it did when South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett and Cr Don Hill exchanged words at last Wednesday’s council meeting. Cr Fawcett accused Cr Hill of “almost single handedly” wrecking council’s rating strategy and budget. The mayor accused Cr Hill of using a “lecturing” and “offensive” tone while Cr Hill said the mayor was providing “misleading advice”. The issue that sparked the heated change was Cr Hill’s relentless pursuit of his belief that council should remove $34 million of expenditure in 15 years’ time, which he said would save ratepayers $1.8 million in rates a year. But Cr Fawcett said that amount was needed for future works and infrastructure. In between all of this is the truth. Both sides gave arguments that on the face of debate appeared to be convincing, but through the passion and self assurance both sides exuded, where the truth is can be difficult to ascertain. Council is spending $15.48 million on capitals works in the 2014-15 budget and based on that, the $34 million represents a 119.6 per cent increase. That sounds like an extreme jump but 15 years is a long way away and costs are increasing all the time. Even if rates were to continue to rise by 5.5 per cent a year for 15 years, that alone equates to an 82.5 per cent rise. Council also has to make allowances for unexpected expenses – such as superannuation payments – that can cost several millions. Council, like any business or household, must save for the proverbial rainy day, but by the same token, one could understand concerns about saving so much to spend so far into the future. The community can only take heart in the foresight of council’s financial team and with council’s debt to be paid off by 201819, perhaps that speaks for itself?
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er has addressed difficult times primarily by increasing rates. Councils with 3.5 per cent of government revenues and 30 per cent of assets and 6.1 per cent of government expenditures are being wedged by the State and Commonwealth through cost shifting and through reduced financial assistance grants. The argument should be to ensure an equitable share of federal and state grants to support our local effort and to be more strategic in our business approach. An argument was put forward by some of my fellow councillors is that it is either a choice of increasing rates above CPI or cutting services. I don’t believe we have just an either or approach. This is not smart business or good management and leadership. It shows little imagination or learning from other organisations, where a successful focus has been out on using new digital technology, productivity improvement, shared services and a business approach to running services. Turning council around is like turning a large ocean liner around; it takes time and a large circle. Council to its credit has begun the process of taking a more strategic approach, with some areas showing dramatic improvements, but it has a long way to go. If it is genuine in this approach, there are more than the either or options. Such thinking is really old fashioned and out of date and penalises the community. There has indeed, as our mayor said, been great distraction, noise and misrepresentation in the budget discussions. The question is by whom? More civility I believe is required and mutual respect in debating in council. Council should be a democratic forum for debate and dialogue with people’s opinion respected. In my opinion the $34 million unallocated in years 13-15 has a significant and material impact on the level of rate increases. Advice from council finance area suggests that $1.7m is required to set aside annually to provide for these funds. In my opinion a reduction in funds going to cash reserves could easily have financed a further one per cent rate reduction closer to CPI inflation figures. Council’s budget already funds 100 per cent of asset renewals and has funds set aside for all major capital projects on the agenda. If council had agreed to a one per cent rate reduction, it would not have a material effect on services and infrastructure renewal or cash reserves. I am not adverse to establishing reserves for defined purposes,
but importantly they should be openly debated, subject to a business case and be transparent. In reality council is already setting aside one per cent annually for reserves. There is not yet anything on the table that would require such a large additional cash reserve fund of $34 million. All we have been offered as reasons for it is platitudes and obfuscation. The only thing mooted in the wings is a new council administration centre. Even this if it were proceeded with it would not cost $34 million. Before we commit to this we need a community dialogue. Firstly, should we commit to this in the current circumstances; secondly that we should be discussing also the option of a decentralised model with small council service centres like in Korumburra (in conjunction with the propose hub) and Foster and Mirboo North, and not just one central edifice. This would restore in my opinion a greater sense of ownership and connection with council. If we continue down the track of having rate rises above inflation the average family could be paying up to five per cent of their income on rates in 10 years. This is not sustainable. This is rivalling the rise in power costs to over five per cent of incomes. At some point we have to draw the line and start to be strategic in our approaches and not just tap the magic financial pudding by excessive rate rises. Cr Andrew McEwen, Meeniyan.
Lost opportunity AT LAST Wednesday’s South Gippsland Shire Council meeting I was not able to persuade sufficient of my fellow councillors to remove the $34 million of forward expenditures that as yet has no projects or other needs within the community identified. This requires council to raise substantial more funds from ratepayers. By failing to return the funds to ratepayers, it is my belief that rates charged going forwards will be nearly $2 million more per year than is required to fund our existing assets and services. This figure was verified and supplied via the finance team. I attempted for the second time to have council receive a report for consideration, which explained this effect on our rates raised, but the majority of councillors chose not to accept the report. It is disappointing to me that we lost this opportunity to actually reduce our rate burden without the need to cut or reduce any services at all. It is my opinion this amount
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of money will now need to be discussed within council and a decision made as to what to do with it. I believe options might be to leave it in a cash pile and dip into it as needed over the years, hold it as a reserve fund for future big projects (as yet unidentified), or maybe council would consider that it should be returned to ratepayers, and assist in making rates sustainable for all our community and not just those wealthy enough to pay easily. Whatever is decided by councillors at the end of the day, we will all have to accept and move on with, but it is my sincere hope that my fellow councillors consider those concerns raised by ratepayers through the 223 process, when submitting to the budget process. It is clear to anyone reading those submissions the time has passed when councils could just raise rates willy-nilly whenever councillors wanted to build a new thing and expect the ratepayers to cough up. Cr Don Hill, Wild Dog Valley.
Inundation solution HERE’S how reality was confronted in a UK south coast resort, to protect holiday houses and some of the largest caravan parks: “…the last time the wall was seriously compromised during winter storms was in 2008. “The resultant flooding cost over £5 million ($8.3 million) in damages.The controversial plan? Cut a 100 m channel into the shingle bank and let the ocean reclaim 500 hectares of land, transforming three farms and the nature reserve into a saltwater marsh. “Then behind the newly created inter-tidal zone, about two kilometres inland, build a new seven kilometre curved clay embankment — completely ‘realign’ the coast.” It’s understandable that people subject to flooding on Phillip Island want action but don’t pumps and sea walls look more trouble than they’re worth, when pitted against force of mother nature? Isn’t it getting time to accept that building on “reclaimed” wetlands has never been a good idea? It’s still possible to slow down climate risk but, on sea level rise and extreme weather, we ain’t seen nothing yet! Bernie McComb, Cowes.
Toilet respect IN REGARD to the item about toilet paper at the Koonwarra Rail Trail toilets in The Star on June 24, as the cleaner I am sorry that Carolyn Lipscomb
was unlucky enough to find no paper the day she was there. In all the years I have been reliably cleaning them every week I have received very many compliments that they are the cleanest in the district. During that time the have been quite a number of graffiti attacks which I have been able to remove however the constant vandalism of the toilet roll holders has become overwhelming. The previous plastic one was smashed to pieces even before I got the key. If everyone treated toilets respectfully they would stay nice for the next person; that is my wish. Karen Valker, the cleaner, Inverloch.
CSG response I WRITE to thank Laura Gibb and Tayla Kershaw for their recent article on the front page of The Star with the headline “Farmers see dollar signs in CSG industry”. Many towns in Gippsland have been surveyed by Lock the Gate, and each of these door to door surveys showed from 86 per cent to 98.6 per cent of citizens do not support CSG. Also, the Lock the Gate Mirboo North coordinator, Marg Thomas, informed me that a lot of people opposed to CSG did not attend because they did not like the format. I believe it is not really responsible journalism to ignore the available science and many genuine local voices in Gippsland communities that have locked their gates to CSG. I write to thank these journalists for this open and transparent form of journalism, with a startling headline that highlights the opinion of a communications service provider. I agree that it is important to hear from people who own and run a company that states that it is able to “persuade and shape perceptions”, as well as act as a ‘neutral facilitator’ of community views. To me this is like interviewing a person from the flat earth society before hearing from people who say the earth is round. I would love the authors of this article to follow up this with interviews from real farmers who believe they could make money from CSG, even if not identified in the article. Also, I think that the police should immediately arrest the crazy “knitting nannas” that make our honest and hardworking farmers fear for their lives. Paula Goldman, Mirboo North.
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Do you have any tips for staying warm in winter?
“Stay in front of the heater and wear warm clothes.” Sienna Goldsmith, Leongatha Primary School.
“Wear scarves, beanies and warm pants and socks when you’re outside.” Kyran Friebe, Leongatha Primary School.
“Run around a lot and wear a scarf to keep your neck warm.” Tyson Harris, Leongatha Primary School.
“Dress warmly and stay inside when it’s cold.” Lucy Patterson, Leongatha Primary School.
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Burra Foods won’t buy reservoirs By Brad Lester BURRA Foods does not plan to buy Korumburra’s reservoirs and is yet to study the suitability of using desalinated water in its products.
Making point: Korumburra Business Association president David Amor illustrates his concerns about Korumburra’s water supply at last Wednesday’s South Gippsland Shire Council meeting.
CEO Grant Crothers told The Star: “Burra Foods has no intention to purchase reservoirs and somehow doubts they are for sale. “As for desal water, we have yet to conduct a study as to its suitability but know of industry examples where similar water has had to receive further treatment
if used as an agent for hydration of ingredients – one application for which Burra uses water.” He was responding claims raised by Korumburra Business Association president David Amor at last Wednesday’s public presentation session held by South Gippsland Shire Council. Mr Amor had incorrectly stated Burra Foods was intending to buy the reservoirs to secure its water supply and prevent desalinated water from being pumped to Korumburra. Korumburra has water supply issues given its reservoirs fill quickly but
Build new school: Smith MLA VICTORIAN Education Minister Martin Dixon will visit Wonthaggi as Bass MLA Ken Smith steps up the campaign for a new senior secondary college. Speaking in Parliament last Tuesday (June 24), Mr Smith invited Mr Dixon to Wonthaggi to inspect cramped and outdated facilities at McBride campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College. Mr Smith said the senior campus holds some 900 students and the junior Dudley campus about 600. “Portable classrooms are scattered over the playing fields and recreational areas,” he said. “The building is, in some parts, in disrepair from years of neglect from the previous Labor government and little has been spent by the current government. “The minister would understand that the school is due for a complete rebuild very soon.”
Mr Dixon said Wonthaggi has been identified as a town that will grow even further as a regional centre. “Obviously an important part of such a town centre, which services a large district, is having the educational facilities to go with the growing population and the growing need for skills that are required in the area,” he told Parliament. “The member pointed out the restricted nature of the McBride campus of the secondary school and referred to the possibility of using other Crown land on the outskirts of the town as an educational precinct. “Bass Coast Shire Council has been very proactive in terms of having an educational precinct for the whole area, based at Wonthaggi, and it is a very good concept. “Some of that land has already been used for educational purposes by the special school, which has been established for a number of years now and is a great school, as well as by the senior secondary
campus there.” Mr Dixon said he understood other service providers were keen to be part of the educational precinct. “It is time that I went back down there to reacquaint myself with both the senior campus and the McBride campus and also, more importantly, that block of land that has extremely good potential for future educational facilities to feed that growing population,” he said. “I will make a time with the member’s office and get down there as soon as I possibly can.” Mr Smith said the McBride Avenue campus was built in 1922 initially as a technical school to service the coalmining town of Wonthaggi. In 1967 to 1969 a new campus was built on South Dudley Road to offer more academic subjects. Now, the Dudley campus caters for years 7 to 9 and the McBride campus from year 10 to year 12. A committee was formed some years ago to look at a site for the new
school. A complex plan has been prepared and suitable land identified in McKenzie Street. The proposal was highly regarded and received great community support. Brian Paynter, Liberal candidate for the seat of Bass, said, “If I am successful at the November election I undertake to continue Ken Smith’s long running campaign to have the Wonthaggi Secondary College facilities updated to a standard which is deserving of the teachers, students and families in Bass Coast serviced by the college. “Our children are our future. The Victorian Government is committed to building better learning environments for Victorian students and I will be lobbying hard to see Wonthaggi Education Precinct becomes a priority of the government,” he said. “It is time the minister came down to see whether he can make some quick decisions on this land and on the possibility of a new school going
empty just as fast. Mr Crothers said Burra Foods was encouraged by the cooperation South Gippsland Water, council, the State Government and others had shown during the process to increase Korumburra’s access to water. “Improvement in local infrastructure is critical if dairy farming and processing is to remain competitive and capture the opportunities Asia offers,” he said. Mr Amor also claimed dam three of the Korumburra reservoir system was leaking water at the rate of 65 litres a minute. A South Gippsland Water spokesperson said the dam was not leaking. “The three reservoirs that service Korumburra are built with earthen walls. All dam walls are built with seep points and these are used to monitor the wall,” the spokesperson said. “It is a natural part of a dam with an earthen embankment. Seepage is monitored regularly with visits almost daily as part of
our dam safety operations. “For Ness Gully, the seepage is higher than for other dams. However, this is of little consequence, as a system has been installed that re-circulates any water that seeps through back into the reservoir and so there is no loss of water at all.” Mr Amor rejected South Gippsland Water’s plans to possibly pump desalinated water from Lance Creek to Korumburra and the Nyora, Loch and Poowong systems. South Gippsland Water would first consider using water from the Melbourne supply system. Mr Amor said the water corporation would be better off doubling the size of dam three. “We have the opportunity to double the size of the dam at Korumburra for $2 million, yet they are spending $21 million on the pipe from Lance Creek,” he said. Mr Amor said the lack of a secure water supply in Korumburra was hindering business growth.
Coast building reprieve SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will ask for new rules to reduce building restrictions at Venus Bay and Sandy Point. • Bass Smith.
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in there.” Mr Smith described Wonthaggi Secondary College as a “great school with a great principal who oversees both facilities”. “The accomplishments of the Wonthaggi Secondary College teachers and students are only limited by the lack of facilities and space provided for them to realise their potential,” he said.
Council last week voted to write to the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) to consider reduced setback distances between non potable water bores and onsite wastewater systems. Septic systems must now be 50m from a domestic water bore, but that rule is hindering construction of new homes, and affecting property sales and values. The setback may be reduced to 20m if the wastewater system includes secondary treatment and disinfection. Small blocks in the towns result in a neighbour’s water bore being close to a proposed septic system in nearby blocks. Council will also advocate to the EPA for alternate system design options for new systems or alterations to existing wastewater systems. Councillors unanimously supported the motion, moved by Cr Don Hill. Cr Andrew McEwen said, “I believe this is a difficult situation for property owners.”
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Council may move home SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will spend $119,000 investigating a possible site for new council offices this financial year. The complex would also include a library, council chambers, community meeting spaces and other community facilities. Wilma Western of Leongatha last Wednesday told council the existing offices were ideally located and any expansion could be achieved by extending the council offices in the former Carino’s building, using the playgroup site
Learning life cycle: from left, Charlie Hopwood and Cooper Purcell adore two of the two week old chickens that have been incubated and hatched, bringing much excitement to the children at Birralee Child Care Centre in Korumburra. Henny Penny Hatching provided the eggs and equipment needed for the project. Centre coordinator Claire Anderson says all 16 chickens hatched have been adopted by kinder families.
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Plan, work together with the community, and present a positive view on animal management and its perception in the community. Council decided to seek expressions of interest from applicants to sit on this committee last month. The representatives were appointed at the ordinary council meeting on Wednesday night. The committee now consists of three representatives each from Phillip Island, the Waterline Area and Wonthaggi surrounds. The members are Sebastian Nowakowski (Waterline), Barbara Oates (Waterline), Elayne Russell (Waterline), Ann Grose (Phillip Island), Linda Cuthbertson (Phillip Island), Patricia Hunt (Phillip Island), Domenic Brusamarello (Wonthaggi and surrounds), Keith Finney (Wonthaggi and surrounds) and Ivan Hipworth (Wonthaggi and surrounds) The committee includes a total of 11 people. Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine, who will chair the committee, and a council officer will be the final two members. The council officer will be a nonvoting secretary. Cr Rankine said as there were three nominations for each area, all nominations were accepted. “The nominees are all suitable candidates with the appropriate skills and experience to undertake their role as a committee member,” he said. “There is no more than one nominee representing any particular interest group.”
in Michael Place or by adding another storey. “There has been no public consultation about any new municipal complex, let alone any vote in open council that any such new complex is justified,” she said. Ms Western raised concerns about a possible performing arts centre being included with such a complex. Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks said Leongatha does not need a centre with fixed tiered seating like Wonthaggi and Warragul. He said Leongatha’s Mesley Hall could be developed but a
Musical to lift theatre fans MUSICAL director for Lyric Theatre’s next musical, Elaine Epifano, is thoroughly enjoying working with the talented cast and her two rehearsal pianists, Kerry Pritchard and Barb Fleming.
“The dramatic story of Blood Brothers is tied together by the narrator, David Durrant, and the songs he sings which are based around the superstition of Shoes upon the Table,” Ms Epifano said. “This recurring theme takes the audience through the childhood years of brothers Mickey and Edward. “The brothers’ birth mother and adoptive mother share many memorable song detailing the struggles and triumphs of their respective families. These include the uplifting Bright New Day, which is full of optimism and hope at the prospect of a new life. “The leads are ably assisted by the ensemble cast in what is shaping up to be another memorable Lyric musical. There will be a three week season of Blood Brothers in September.”
All together now: rehearsal pianist Kerry Pritchard and Blood Brothers musical director Elaine Epifano develop the musical backdrop to Lyric Theatre’s next show.
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COUNCIL have expressed interest in hosting the role of an inter council Aboriginal consultative committee secretariat. The secretariat is a two year fixed term position from July 2014 to June 2016. The committee aims to support and respond to the needs of indigenous communities, promote reconciliation and address inequities faced by Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders. Taking on the secretariat role is consistent with several strategies under health communities in the council plan.
Land review
THE Crown Land Management Review 2014 was adopted by council at their
meeting on Wednesday. The review identified opportunities for improving land management practices between council and other land managers. Council also adopted the draft of the Position Paper for Phillip Island North and South Coast Key Area Plan to inform future placement of infrastructure on Crown land.
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COUNCIL will adopt the project plan for the Cowes Activity Centre. Mayor Cr Neil Rankine said council had supported this project from the start. The plan will establish a vision for Cowes and how it should be implemented. “This is a great project that’s well and truly over-
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Road action
THE Surf Beach and Sunderland Bay Traffic Management Plan will be undertaken by council. The adopted proposals involved both council and Vicroads so future discussion and consultation between the two parties was recommended. The Victorian Government and council are devoting substantial resources to the transport issues in Phillip Island.
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committee for Mesley Hall was needed to raise funds to make that happen. However he was encountering hurdles from the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development in trying to establish such a committee. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett told The Star the existing main office was built in 1972. “They are long in the tooth but if the study demonstrates we can effectively rejuvenate the council building and the building we own across the road, council may end up doing so,” he said.
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COUNCIL moved to adopt the Scenic Estate Landscape Design Master Plan. The plan was prepared in May 2013 in conjunction with Phillip Island Nature Parks, Parks Victoria and the community. Council has expressed its wish for the community to maintain involvement through the establishment of a Friends of Scenic Estate group. This friends group will be able to carry out
revegetation works, weed control and seed collection when infrastructure has been completed.
Island plans
COUNCIL agreed to put the master plans of the Cowes Future Recreation Land before the public for two months. The plans will be open to suggestion and public comment. “This is a great outcome for Phillip Island,” Cr Andrew Phillips said. “It’ll give options to have two ovals for footy clubs.” The plan gives council the opportunity to prepare for the long term needs of recreation groups, residents and visitors of Phillip Island.
Woodleigh may shrink
COUNCIL has agreed to a public consultation to rename part of Woodleigh. A submission was received by the council to rename this section as part of The Gurdies. The Place Names Committee believes the submission meets the Guidelines for Geographic Names 2010. Council will consider all objections and comments during the consultation period.
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Gas leak hits Wonthaggi again Emergency services responded to the call that a contractor digging in the construction area had ruptured the mains at 9.30am. Many Wonthaggi CFA personnel attended and a 30 metre exclusion zone was placed around the hazard near the corner of Baillieu Street and Clark Court. Both ambulance and police also assisted in blocking streets leading to the area. Most of the morning was spent waiting for the gas company to come and plug the leak. The brigade monitored the area with the sirius gas
detector until the gas could be shut off. First on the scene was incident controller and Wonthaggi CFA lieutenant Jamie Moresco. He told The Star the contractor had done everything right before starting to dig, including using the Dial Before You Dig pipe location service, however he said at times maps can be inaccurate and that was the case this time. “A similar thing happened in Wonthaggi’s CBD the last time the mains gas was broken there,” Mr Moresco said. The gas leak was only 200 metres from Bass Coast Regional Health (Wonthaggi hospital) and at the rear of Rose Lodge aged care facility, however emergency services did not evacuate anyone from those facilities. “No evacuation was needed from the hospital
as there was a westerly wind blowing. Because the natural gas in this area is lighter than air the gas was being disbursed into the atmosphere,” Mr Moresco said. Emergency services in attendance included Wonthaggi CFA pumper and Hazmat, Inverloch CFA pumper, Wonthaggi Police and Ambulance Victoria. It is little over a week since the necessary documentation was finalised between building firm TS Constructions and Rose Lodge to undertake the redevelopment of Rose Lodge, adding 32 new rooms in the most significant upgrade the Wonthaggi aged care facility has received in its 47 year history. Fortunately works were only interrupted until about 2pm that day with Rose Lodge’s extensions back on track.
Drainage woes soak into council FOR two years Roslyn McPherson has been trying to obtain proper drainage outside her Port Welshpool house. Stormwater from Keane Street and the east side of Lewis Street converges into the drain in front of her home at 13 Lewis Street. She described that drain as “a rudimentary open ditch” when she addressed South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday and called for a final solution to the problem. “From there it is meant to drain away
across the front of numbers nine and 11 to a pipe into the inlet. The lack of fall and weed growth in the drain is causing the water to pool at the front of my place. Significant erosion is also taking place,” Ms McPherson said. Poor drainage at a nearby property is also resulting in water seeping onto her property. Despite a sea gate valve being replaced, water from Corner Inlet still backs up in the drains at the front of her house. Last week she measured a rise in water of eight inches in the drain and even saw small fish swimming there. Council’s director of engineering services
Anthony Seabrook said there was no easy solution. He said an underground drainage system could be installed at the cost of landowners or council. “Port Welshpool, being so flat, it makes it difficult when you fix a problem in one spot as it will create a problem in another spot,” Mr Seabrook said. He said council needs to undertake survey and design work on the site. Council officers will prepare possible solutions for council to consider.
Close watch: Wonthaggi CFA lieutenant Peter Dell monitors gas levels using a Sirius gas detector.
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Desal design gong THE Victorian Desalination Plant at Wonthaggi has won a major architecture award.
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The plan took out the Sir Osborn McCutcheon Award for Commercial Architecture at the AIA Victorian Architecture Awards. Melbourne architects peckvonhartel undertook the project in joint venture with ARM Architecture. The project will now progress to the national awards and winning entries will be announced on November 6 in Darwin. In 2007 the State Government announced the development of the desalination plant as a public private partnership. Aquasure was awarded the 30 year contract to finance, design, construct, operate and maintain the project.
Top honour: the Victorian Desalination Plant at Wonthaggi. The plant is capable of supplying up to 150 billion litres of water a year to supplement Melbourne’s catchment supplies, if re-
quired. The $3.5 billion project is one of the biggest and most complex infrastructure projects in Victoria’s
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ate a design that integrated architecture and landscape to reduce the plant’s visual impact.
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A KORUMBURRA man attempted to steal a four wheel motorbike from a property in Outtrim recently. He was caught wheeling the motorbike down the driveway after the property owner was awoken by the noise. The property owners hosted a clearing sale the day before the attempted theft. Most of the items in the
clearing sale had been sold including the quad bike. The bike hadn’t been picked up by the new owner yet. The thief was startled by the property owner and fled the scene without the bike. He was later caught and interviewed by Korumburra Police and will be charged on summons.
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The wire was valued at $9000. Bass Coast CIU and Inverloch Police are investigating.
A 36 year old woman is still listed as missing after her absence was reported by concerned family members. She did not return to her Dalyston home on Friday, June 21. Her whereabouts are still unknown but police have
been told she has since contacted her family by phone. While there is no immediate fear held for her safety, she will remain as an “active” missing person until her whereabouts and welfare are confirmed. A 33 year old man went missing from Smith’s Beach on June 22 and was found four days later. He was found by New South Wales Police in Syd-
ney in a confused state and is being treated in a Sydney hospital. A 34 year old man from Wonthaggi was reported missing on June 23 and was found two days later in Wonthaggi. He was safe and well. Police have urged people to tell their families if they are not going to be in contact.
Mirboo North Police interrupted the burglary but the offenders were not caught. The box of jumpers was found. Anyone with information is asked to contact Sergeant Shepherd at Mirboo North Police Station.
Motor missing THE lower leg of an outboard motor from a boat was stolen from a holiday home in Newhaven recently. Thieves entered the yard of the Anderson Street holi-
Man attacked
A MAN suffered minor injuries after he was assaulted at the Miner’s Rest caravan park in Wonthaggi. Two men, armed with a metal stake and small knife, forced their way into his caravan in an aggravated burglary attempted. Wonthaggi Police arrested one offender at the scene and another shortly after. The Grantville men, aged 36 and 24, were remanded in custody to face court on July 11.
day home. The boat was parked on the premises. The leg is valued at $4000. San Remo Police are investigating.
Roads appalling, say police KORUMBURRA Police helped motorists at Bena on Sunday night, after three cars were damaged after hitting large potholes.
Each car had gone over large potholes and drivers had to pull over by the side of the road after their vehicles sustained punctured tyres. Police requested a road crew from VicRoads to temporarily fix the potholes. Police members were at the intersection at Bena from 9.15pm until 12.15am to slow traffic while the potholes were fixed. A tow driver told police he had been called to tow seven damaged cars due to potholes over the weekend. Police say the condition of the roads is appalling.
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Rotary gives to Leongatha LEONGATHA Rotarians raised some than $29,000 for the community in the past year, aiding the eradication of polio, helping cancer patients and allowing young people to travel overseas. The club continued to add to Leongatha’s social and cultural life by holding the annual Show’n’Shine car show, dinner dance
and art show. Outgoing president Kerry Pritchard and his board were farewelled at the club’s changeover dinner at Woorayl Golf Club last Monday week (June 23). “It was another good year for the Leongatha Rotary Club – a year of enjoyable social interactions and fundraising,” he said. Incoming president Gordon Morrison plans to continue the club’s range
of community and club activities. “I’m thrilled to have a dedicated team around me to help me in this wonderful journey,” he said. He will be joined by secretary Sue Dutton, treasurer Chris McDonald, president elect Shirley Seabrook, vocational services director Mary Dortmans, immediate past president and joint public relations director Kerry Pritchard, joint public relations director David Pan-
New team: Leongatha Rotary Club’s new president Gordon Morrison (front, right) and his new board, from left, Jeremy Curtis, Mary Dortmans, Colin McKenzie-McHarg, Chris McDonald, David Panther, Sue Dutton, Stuart Evans, Shirley Seabrook and Kerry Pritchard. Absent: Barry Paterson.
Austrian will miss us The 15 year old has been hosted by Leongatha Rotary Club for the past 12 months, attending Leongatha Secondary College and staying with four families: Marilyn and Paul Plunket, Tristan and Sandra Morton-Pedersen, Sue and Jol Dutton, and Chris and Andrew Clark. Highlights have been Australians themselves and the natural attractions: Ayers Rock (Uluru) to Cairns, and Byron Bay to Sydney. “I saw heaps of Australia,” she said. While her home town of Haag, with a population of 8000, is larger than Leongatha, Australia is a vast expanse compared to landlocked Australia. Therese found schooling easier in Australia due to lower expectations of students and has grown to love koalas. “They are really cute,” she said. Australia has long been a country she has wanted to visit. “I just wanted to see how it was. My dad Leopold said Australia was a pretty good country,” Therese said. With a native tongue of German, Therese
spoke little English when she first arrived in Australia but now speaks the language fluently – with some Australian slang thrown in. “People just laugh if I try to something Australian,” she said. Reflecting on the exchange, Therese said it has been one of the best experiences of her life. “I have built so much self confidence, I’m more outgoing and I’m so much more experienced,” she said. While she is excited at the prospect of seeing family and friends in Austria again, she is also sadden by leaving Leon-
gatha. “I have family and friends in Australia as well so it’s going to be weird,” she said. • Leongatha Rotary Club is still seeking a local student to head overseas for a year, with applications due within a week. Applicants will need to be 15 by January and less than 18 by January 2016. The exchange costs $8000 a student and includes a tour of Europe, pocket money and living expenses. To find out more, contact Shirley Seabrook on 5662 2719 or 0409 622 720.
Camp, back Rotary’s polio cause, and support Rotary Foundation and Rotary Centenary House, which provides accommodation for cancer patients at Latrobe Regional Hospital at Traralgon. The club celebrated its 60th anniversary during the past 12 months and supports the African Sustainable Project overseen by club member Michael Malone. The club retains a strong focus on developing young people by hosting the longstanding interschool debate between Leongatha secondary colleges, sending four students to a weekend camp and sponsoring a team from Leongatha Secondary College to attend the Model United Nations Assembly. Leongatha Rotary has hosted Austrian exchange student Therese Holl, who returns home this week, and sent Matt Dudley of Leongatha to Finland. Another Leongatha student, Matilda Morton-Pedersen, is also now in Finland. Exchange student Anna Samon-Drzewicka will arrive from Poland in August. Volunteers continue to back the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness program that teaches young drivers about safe driving.
SOUTH Gippsland Water is dealing with an algal bloom at its Lance Creek Reservoir which supplies Inverloch, Cape Paterson and Wonthaggi. This algae bloom has led to customers experiencing water that may taste or smell earthy, musty and muddy. Customers please be assured the water is safe to drink. The type of algae is not harmful to human health and water has been treated and disinfected. Water is supplied in accordance with the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. However, despite this treatment, the taste and smell given off by algae is difficult to remove through the treatment process. Human senses are sensitive to the taste and smell that algae creates and this particular algae can be smelt and tasted at extremely low concentrations of around five parts per trillion. To put that into perspective, five parts per trillion is roughly equal to one teaspoon of water in 200 Olympic sized swimming pools. South Gippsland Water’s managing director Philippe du Plessis said, “South Gippsland Water appreciates the smell and taste within the water is unpleasant, however, the corporation is dealing with these natural elements in the best way possible.” He said algae was a plant based organism, with blooms generally occurring when there are high levels of nutrients in the water running into a reservoir. “This combined with warm, sunny conditions, as was experienced during the mild autumn, has led to the algae growth,” Mr du Plessis said. “All of South Gippsland Water’s catchment areas are open catchments with the creeks and rivers feeding the reservoirs, surrounded by farms, roads, housing and industry. “As a result, the drinking water quality is affected by the surrounding environment and factors beyond the corporation’s control”. South Gippsland Water is taking a number of steps to improve the water quality and has: • activated additional treatment processes to help minimise the impact of the taste and odour; and • where possible the water supply system is being flushed to push the affected water through the system. Customers who have concerns or questions regarding their water quality are encouraged to call 1300 851 636.
Victorian Water Science Studies Gravity Survey The Geological Survey of Victoria will be undertaking geological survey work in Gippsland and outer south-east Melbourne to collect new data for the water science studies during July 2014. The survey involves measuring small variations in gravity due to the density of different types of rock underground. This is done by placing a sensitive weightmeasuring instrument, called a gravity meter, at individual points on the ground.
Gravity readings and GPS coordinates will be recorded - this takes about 10 minutes per site. There will be no site disturbance. The survey work will be undertaken on public land, such as roadsides. A two person team in a Geological Survey of Victoria 4WD utility vehicle will complete the survey. The data gathered during the survey will show estimated positions and depths to rock features of different density on a gravity variation map. The data will be used to build a digital 3D geological model to increase understanding of the region’s geology and aquifers. Learn more about the study at naturalgasinfo.vic.gov.au. If you have any further questions please call 136 186. ZO430631
EXCHANGE student Therese Holl will return home to Austria this Thursday.
ther, membership director Colin McKenzie-McHarg, service projects director Stuart Evans, Rotary Foundation director David Panther, and sergeants at arms Jeremy Curtis and Barry Paterson. The club’s recent dinner dance was expected to make a profit of $5700, adding to the fundraising pool that has enabled the club to support teenagers on a study tour to Turkey, sent Daniel Lomani to the National Youth Science
Warm autumn sparks algae
Heading home: Austrian exchange student Therese Holl with Leongatha Rotary Club Youth exchange coordinator Shirley Seabrook.
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Brass blast: children at Allora Preschool enjoyed a visit from Penny and Andrew Hunt of South Gippsland Shire Brass Band and their brass instruments.
Website to watch councils COUNCILS have mixed reactions to a new website monitoring their performance.
Kinder kids create sweet sounds By Laura Gibb
CHILDREN at Allora Preschool, Leongatha, had some special visitors on recently. Penny and Andrew Hunt of Leongatha South gave up their time to show the three year olds an array of brass musical instruments. The Hunts played for the children, as well as handing around percussion instruments for the children to shake and bang. The lucky preschoolers also had the opportunity to play the brass instruments, which included a tuba, baritone, horn and cornet. The children said they enjoyed the Hunts’ visit. “We had fun. My favourite bit was the triangle,” Tayah Matheson said. “I’m going to tell my mum about it,” Judd Holt said. Andrew and Penny Hunt both play with South Gippsland Shire Brass Band.
Big brass: from left, Frazer Livingstone, Lukah Jeffris, Harper McRae and Jessica Carew of Allora Preschool had a blast when Penny and Andrew Hunt of South Gippsland Shire Brass Band showed the children some brass instruments.
Teachers taught MORE than 100 early childhood educators braved the winter chill to attend a forum on Positive Behaviour Guidance for Preschool Children at Leongatha GippsTAFE recently. Keynote speaker Jo Lange has worked for 16 years as a behaviour specialist after more than 30 years as an educator in a diverse range of settings. South Gippsland Shire Councillor Mohya Davies, a former kindergarten teacher, introduced Jo and congratulated local educators for the important work they do with children and families in the community. Jo’s presentation, Beyond Telling Off, focussed on the purpose and goals of challenging behaviour, the power of engagement and the child’s need for emotional and social connectedness. She also reinforced that “prevention is better that cure” and the need to “catch children being good” to reinforce positive, cooperative and safe behaviour in young children. “The feedback has been excellent,” said Michelle Gough, council’s preschool field officer. “Many attendees said they felt revitalised and keen to take these practical strategies back to their early education centres.” Council hosted the evening in recognition of the critical importance local early childhood educators play in the lives of young children and families.
Arousing excursion: Leongatha Secondary College students discovered the impact of World War Two during a recent visit to Melbourne. From left, Hannah Thorson, Madi Wight, Gemma Martin and James Fraser.
War insight moves teens
By Gemma Martin
LEONGATHA Secondary College students had an emotional and thought-provoking experience with visits to the Shrine of Remembrance and the Jewish Holocaust Centre in Melbourne recently.
Two classes studying the history component of the Year 10 humanities course were given the opportunity to learn more about some of the most tragic events during World War Two, including the holocaust. The Jewish Holocaust Centre provided students with an unforgettable journey to one of the darkest chapters in human history, told first-hand by a Jewish survivor of the holocaust, Joseph.
He lived in Holland during the war and was just 17 when members of the German Nazi party took his father away, presumably to a concentration camp. Joseph never saw his father again. His brother was also taken to a concentration camp, where he was forced to work continuously, on rations of merely half a potato a day, until he died of starvation. Joseph was hidden in secret. He was moved to different houses during the war, and eventually taken in by a family living on a farm, where he worked until the war ended. Students described Joseph’s story, and the tour of the museum, as sobering, heart wrenching and extremely informative. The Shrine tour was also a stirring reminder of Australia’s involvement in World War Two and all other wars.
Victorian Local Government Minister Tim Bull said Victoria would establish Australia’s first standardised system of local government reporting. He said the website would provide Victorian ratepayers with a greater understanding of council decision making, and provide unprecedented access to council finances and performance data. The ‘My Council style’ website would allow Victorians to see how their councils are performing against a range of indicators. Work on the new website has started. “This is the first standardised system of performance reporting for local government in any state or territory in Australia and puts Victoria at the forefront of local government transparency,” Mr Bull said. “It will also assist councils to compare their performance and hopefully lead to the sharing of information and best practice.” Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine welcomed the website, but had some concerns. “Bass Coast has been proactive in this sense by going out and developing a benchmarking process that shows us how we compare to many similar shires across the country,” he said. “The difficulty with a My Council website is that we’re not necessarily comparing apples with apples and it would have to explain the reasons why some parameters might vary, where they depend on circumstance rather than performance/ capability. “Another potential worry might be similar to the My School website where we’re seeing children pushed to do well in selected areas that are being assessed and falling down on others. “Council has a myriad of things that we do well, and I’d hate to see us waste resources to the detriment of some services, just to satisfy certain performance criteria used for a My Council website.” South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of corporate services June Ernst did not expect the website to be live until 2016.
Mayor’s message Cr Jim Fawcett WE’VE passed the shortest day/longest night of the year and it seems to lull us into thinking winter is half over when in fact it really only just started with a vengeance last week. The other milestone of course is the end of the financial year. Three important motions were adopted at our final council meeting for the 2013-14 year. Firstly I have great pleasure in advising that council re-appointed our CEO for a further five year term. Tim has provided stability and leadership for the last four and a half years and council was keen to ensure that the efficiencies and stability of the organisation are maintained. We are confident that he will continue to do so to deliver the many vital services to our community. The budget was adopted, as was the revised rating strategy, offering rate reductions for many and increases for some. It is well nigh impossible to achieve universal approval when change occurs, yet ironically the request for change often comes from the community, as in this case when your feedback told us that we needed a fairer differential rating system. And so we established a steering committee that comprised mostly community representatives from a range of vested sectors, to review and develop this new strategy. The fact that we still hear concern is a reminder that we need to balance meeting community expectations with managing them. The reality is we cannot deliver all that we and you may wish. To increase or expand our services or infrastructure means that we must make cuts in other areas. To cut staff is not a simple matter as they underpin each service we provide. More often than not, the service would need to be cut first and we are not hearing valid arguments for the services you would be prepared to go without. Pools, visitor information centres and Coal Creek are on the agenda for review, but they too have many supporters. An outside observer would say that we don’t need all these community halls that are only a few kilometres from other ones, for example, but our community values them. We support where we can and that comes at a price and is one more thing that feeds into pressure on our rates. Also adding into the pressure this year are the cuts to federal assistance grants. So how do we find a better way forward? We aren’t the enemy or the privileged. Most of us are ratepayers like you doing the best we can for the community. We need to work together so that the community shares in the decision making on matters that are important to it, like the pools for instance. Over the coming months I hope we will explore with you ways to do this. I fear I’m being somewhat sombre but there is a reality check that needs to be made. Council does not have a bottomless pit of money. It is in essence a co-operative and as ratepayers you are shareholders and beneficiaries. Work with us, talk with us. We will not always agree but constructive criticism is always welcome. Cr Jim Fawcett, mayor.
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Lifesavers await new patrol tower
By Tayla Kershaw
PLANS have been drawn to replace the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Surf Club patrol tower. Preliminary talks are underway and the plans are awaiting approval from Bass Coast Shire Council and the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) before the structure can return to the beach. The old patrol tower was removed after a king tide caused damage18 months ago. The new tower will be positioned further along the beach to stop the chances of destruction again. “The new tower is designed to withstand king tides,” Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club president Angela Malan said. “We’ve gone one season without it
and it was a struggle with no storage, and not much of a view from Flat Rocks to Anderson Inlet.” A marquee was used on the beach last summer to make up for the loss of the tower. Without a working aerial, communications were down, causing hardship for the lifesavers. “We still had a really good season,” Ms Malan said. “However it was difficult and we would like to see the tower back next season.” The surf life saving club is in the process of funding $100,000 towards the project. They are applying for government grants and will be putting on fundraisers along the way. The club would like to thank Bass MLA Ken Smith for his support in bringing the project to life.
Above, Happy girls: Macey, Kyla and Chelsea admire the colours of the beautiful mural at Wonthaggi Primary School. Left, Yum: Year 7 students Shay Davis, Emma McFarland and Zali Hender create delicious masterpieces in Wonthaggi Secondary College’s home economics class.
Drugs crackdown By Tayla Kershaw
Improvement required: the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club patrol tower was removed from the beach after damage was inflicted by a king tide 18 months ago.
THE Bass Coast Highway Patrol is looking to extend its drug testing capabilities. Victoria Police recently wrapped up their latest month long operation targeting heavy vehicle drivers for drug use. The Bass Coast Highway Patrol is hoping to see drug testing kits made available to them in the future. “There’s a fair bit involved,” Acting Sergeant Allan Piening said. “We have two drug assessors here but drivers can’t be assessed if there is no clear reason to believe they are under the influence.”
Sergeant Piening said the highway patrol believes there is a rising drug problem in South Gippsland and the means to test driver would be beneficial. Positive drug tests are found through blood tests and results take time to process. It is illegal to drive under the influence of illegal or prescription drugs. “It’s hard to say what the extent of the increased drug use is,” Sergeant Piening said. “It comes down to funding and if we could test more, we would test more. The drug testing kits only register illegal drugs.” Sergeant Piening said the number
of people driving under the influence of alcohol had stabilised. “The numbers haven’t dropped hugely,” he said. He reminded motorists drugs affect their driving skills differently to alcohol. The effects may not be noticeable but can still be dangerous. “You just don’t know what harm it is causing,” Sergeant Piening said. “Drivers can become drowsy, fall asleep at the wheel or become aggressive at the wheel.” The highway patrol occasionally receives assistance from the State Highway Patrol and there are plans for more operations to happen in the area soon.
Speedy recovery for patients AMBULANCE transfer times are continuing to improve at Bass Coast Regional Health (BCRH).
Good viewpoint: Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club member Max Leonard at his post at the Inverloch patrol tower in January 2013.
According to BCRH CEO Lea Pope, 90.7 per cent of ambulances are transferring patients to the Wonthaggi hospital within the recommended time of 40 minutes. This is exceeds the state average of 90 per cent and beats BCRH’s average of 90.4 per cent from last quarter. It has been a busy period for BCRH with 850 transfers this quarter compared to last quarter’s total of 720. “Our ambulance members work hard to meet the tar-
get set nationally,” Ms Pope said. “Our staff needs to be congratulated. A lot of pressure is involved as we only have six cubicles in the emergency department. They do a great job.” The latest Victorian Health Services Performance data shows BCRH has shown improvement in transfer times and in a range of key areas including 100 per cent of category one emergency papers treated immediately on arrival. Victoria’s hospitals spent 1.2 per cent of time on bypass, well down on the 2.8 percent bypass rate in the previous quarter and well below the benchmark of three per cent.
Post offices boost Council zoning overhaul LICENSED post offices (LPOs) in South Gippsland have benefited from changes announced by Australia Post recently.
Operators will receive extra payments and more point of sale technology will be installed, giving customers access to additional services. Local LPOs are in Leongatha, Korumburra and Meeniyan. The changes were part of a rural sustainability package, Australia Post managing director and CEO Ahmed Fahour said. “While letter volumes decline, we are committed to not only keeping our post offices open and vital to the communi-
ties they serve, but also growing their relevance by evolving them from a reliance on letters through increasing the trusted products and services they offer,” he said. In a recent survey by Australia Post, 84 per cent of respondents said post offices were essential in meeting the needs of the community. “As Australia Post evolves to meet both the challenges and opportunities the digital revolution is presenting, we will continue to talk to our customers and listen to community feedback as part of an ongoing conversation on the future of Australia Post,” Mr Fahour said.
COUNCILS have implemented changes to the residential zonings in the wake of State Government reforms. South Gippsland Shire Council has directly translated all land once zoned residential one zone to the general residential zone. “The zones are essentially very similar and land owners will see little change in the land uses and developments they can undertake,” council’s strategic planning and development manager said. “Council chose not to rezone land
to either of the two new zones that relate to more urbanised or greenfield development sites. “All land once zoned residential one zone is now general residential zone.” Bass Coast Shire Council will rezone all land in residential one zone to the general residential zone, and business one, two and four zones will become commercial one and two zones. Council’s planning and environment director Hannah Duncan-Jones said, “Some municipalities (mostly metropolitan) are in the process
of completing housing strategies, neighbourhood character studies and other strategic planning work to facilitate the application of the residential growth zone or the neighbourhood residential zone. “Bass Coast Shire Council has not undertaken these studies at this point in time and therefore it is not in a position to consider these zones.” Council will now have the opportunity to consider the application of either the residential growth or the neighbourhood residential zone through future strategic planning processes.
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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.
Teens witness crash effects A PARTNERSHIP between the Transport Accident Commission and Independence Australia is helping Victorian youth understand what it’s like to live with severe spinal cord injury.
Slow down: the TAC is urging motorists to not be in a rush on wet days and to drive to suit the conditions.
Drive safely this winter THE Transport Accident Commission is urging Victorians to adapt to changing weather conditions by slowing down and taking extra care on the roads as winter sets in. TAC CEO Janet Dore said the start of winter can be hazardous on the roads, particularly for young drivers with little experience driving in the wet and under poor visibility. “The roads are most slippery when rain sets in after a prolonged dry period,” she said. Ms Dore urged road
users, particularly in regional areas, to drive to the conditions, whether that means travelling a little under the speed limit in the wet or pulling over if visibility worsens and conditions become treacherous. “Pulling over may add a little more time to your journey, but a collision could be life changing and it is always best to play it safe,” she said. “This message is especially important for PPlaters, because we know from serious injury data that they are 30 times more likely to be involved in a crash in their first six
months of driving solo than when they were on their L-Plates. “It is also important to remember when driving on regional roads at dusk and dawn that animals may be a potential hazard. Animals’ reactions are more unpredictable than humans’, so it is best to slow down if you see a kangaroo or other creature ahead of you.” The warning comes as the TAC’s Safer P-Platers campaign returns to the air, encouraging parents to stay involved with their child’s driving as they gain experience on their P-Plates.
“Now is a perfect time for parents to stay involved in their kids’ driving and continue to coach them - it could make all the difference,” Ms Dore said. Other tips for winter driving include: • ensure tyres are in good condition; • get plenty of rest before your journey; • brake gently; • turn your lights on, even during the day; and • reduce your speed in fog, mist or slippery conditions. For more tips on driving in bad weather, head to saferpplaters.com.au.
Details of the SpinChat partnership have been released alongside new figures showing reductions in new quadriplegia and paraplegia spinal cord injuries from transport accidents. SpinChat sees young people with spinal cord injuries sharing their stories with secondary students to raise awareness of living with injury and the potential consequences of taking risks. The TAC data shows that in 2012-13, there were 11 new severe spinal cord injuries from transport accidents, compared to 17 the previous year and 25 five years ago. There were 13 such cases in Gippsland between 2007-08 and 201213 – one of the highest rates in Victoria. In total, more than 100 people have received quadriplegia or spinal injuries in accidents in the past five years. TAC CEO Janet Dore said people who sustained severe spinal cord injuries in car crashes will need lifetime care from the TAC. “There are many costs for these injured people. This includes the emotional impact as a person adjusts to life with their injuries and the effect on
their family and friends,” she said. “Those who receive catastrophic spinal injuries in transport accidents, will need lifetime support from the TAC of up to $10 million, depending on the severity of their injury. This reflects how much care is needed to help people lead full and independent lives. “This is why SpinChat is so important - to help the community understand the impact of spinal cord injuries on people’s lives.”
Many of the speakers are lifetime clients of the TAC and the partnership is an opportunity to help them on their journey to independence. More information about SpinChat, including the speaker’s stories, can be found at www.spinchat.org.au. The State Government’s Road Safety Strategy 2013-2022 is focusing on reducing serious injuries on Victoria’s roads. To find out more visit www. roadsafety.vic.gov.au.
So real: TAC client Maria discusses the impact of her spinal injury with a TAC officer.
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WINTERFOOD Comes to South Gippsland
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Volunteers add value
THERE is nothing like arriving at a new destination and meeting a friendly local who can help you with everything you need to know to make the most of your stay in Bass Coast.
Lovely outlook: from left, Abbey Dwyer, Abbey Chapman and Jorja Hughes enjoy the view on the last day of their school camp at Forest Lodge in Jack River.
Forest fun
STUDENTS from Inverloch Primary School spent three days at Forest Lodge Camp at Jack River near Yarram recently.
These friendly locals can be found at Bass Coast Shire Council’s visitor information centres, and are often dedicated volunteers. One of council’s longest serving volunteers, Margaret Girling from San Remo, has been working at the Newhaven Visitor Information Centre since 1999. Whilst looking for something to do in her retirement, Ms Girling saw an ad from council looking for volunteers and decided she would give it a try. “I’ve learnt a lot about the Island, and learnt a lot of computer skills too,” Ms Girling said. “When I eventually got my own computer, I did a few short courses, but I learnt all of the basics volunteering here.” However, Ms Girling said her favourite thing about volunteering was the company. “I get to meet lots of different peo-
ple and the staff are very easy to get on with,” Ms Girling said. “It’s a friendly environment and we all work together as a team.” Ms Girling volunteers one morning a week, and has seen the centre grow from a simple building to the modern facility it now is. The Phillip Island and Bass Coast visitor information centre network began in 1977 with the establishment of a visitor information centre on Phillip Island and has grown since then into a highly efficient network managed by council’s tourism and visitor services unit. Council’s acting community and economic development director, Antoinette Mitchell, said the network operates an integrated service to provide over 250,000 visitors annually with a friendly welcome, local knowledge, and extensive information. “The network is contributing $2.8 million directly into the local tourism economy through accommodation, attraction tickets and retail sales, but we simply couldn’t achieve this without the hard work and dedication of our volunteers,” she said. “The network engages 37 local volunteers supported by staff to accommo-
date the increased demand for visitor services. “Our network approach allows us to provide a high level of service to visitors to the region, local tourism operators and our local community. “As the first port of call for many visitors to Phillip Island and Bass Coast, the ability of the visitor information centres to showcase what the region has to offer is crucial to enhancing our visitor’s experience.” If you’re passionate and know all there is to see and do around Phillip Island and Bass Coast, why not considering volunteering? “Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Phillip Island and Bass Coast visitor information centre network,” Ms Mitchell said. “The visitor information centres provide a welcoming and supportive environment for volunteers to work, and there is always room for more to join the team. “Build new skills, meet new people and be part of our friendly and professional team.” If you are interested in volunteering, please contact council’s tourism and visitor services unit by calling 1300 BCOAST (226 278).
The Grade 3 kids were able to converse with the farm animals, fly on a flying fox and battle each other in a tug of war showdown. The school enjoys Forest Lodge camp so much, it is an annual event on the calendar for Grade 3 students.
Tea time: Tom Harris (left) and Billy Soumilas took a break from activities before going inside to enjoy a delicious morning tea.
Valued volunteers: Bass Coast Shire Council volunteer, Margaret Girling (second from left) has been volunteering at the Newhaven Visitor Information Centre for 15 years, working in a team with (from left to right) council’s visitor services team leader, Jenni McMillan, and visitor services officers Atholle Day and Karen Dickie.
CFA wins DIGITAL radio upgrades were given to CFA units last week. The communication system will benefit brigades in South Gippsland including Leongatha, Inverloch, Korumburra and Foster. The digital radio systems will provide better quality and coverage of reception, as well as added safety features including alarm capabilities. CFA units in South Gippsland will now have the capacity to assist in automatic communications between trucks and the dispatch centre with better efficiency. “It’s been great so far,” Leongatha CFA captain Tristan Morton-Pedersen said. “There’s been extensive testing and brigades in South Gippsland have tested problem points in our area.” The digital radios work in flat spots and poor reception spots clearly. The radios are part of a $66 million upgrade to improve the safety of firefighters and the community. Minister for Police, Emergency Services and Bushfire Response Kim Wells said the world class
technology forms part of the State Government’s commitment to ensuring firefighters have the tools, resources and support needed to do their job. “Previously, approximately 45 per cent of CFA’s rural brigades had no direct contact with Emergency Services Telecommunication Authority (ESTA) and relied on base station operators to relay urgent incident messages,” he said.
POLICE BRIEFS Anvil stolen
BMX missing
A BLACKSMITH’S anvil was taken from a yard in Dalyston recently. The anvil is valued at $3000 and weighs 150 kilograms. Police said it should be easily identifiable as it is rare. Wonthaggi Police would appreciate any information.
A WONTHAGGI boy’s BMX bicycle is still missing. It was stolen from Henry Street between May 19 and 22. The bike has a white frame, green writing and front foot pegs. Anyone with information should contact Constable Rockall at the Wonthaggi Police station.
Discover Federation University IT IS not too late to start a postgraduate program at Federation University Australia this year.
Two information evenings for prospective students will be held in Ballarat and Gippsland on Wednesday, July 2 for students wishing to pursue a postgraduate program. Gippsland students also will be able to explore the many undergraduate programs available at the Churchill Campus. The sessions will feature detailed information on science, information technology and engineering, business, health, and education and arts. Fed Uni has a strong list of postgraduate
programs across many courses. University staff and academics will be available on the night to help you enrol in the postgraduate course of your choice. Details for the sessions are as follows: • Ballarat postgraduate information evening, Wednesday, July 2, 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Location: Building S, SMB Campus, Corner Grant and Moyle streets, Ballarat; and • Gippsland undergraduate and postgraduate information evening, Wednesday, July 2, 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Location: Auditorium (Building 3E). Gippsland Campus Churchill, Northways Road, Churchill. More details about FedUni mid year programs can be found at: http://federation. edu.au/midyear
Mayor’s message Cr Neil Rankine
THE council’s draft budget for 2014-2015 was passed and released for community input last Wednesday.
I was pleased to release this budget, the second by the new council, as it is the first that really has our fingerprints all over it. There’s nothing startling in there, however it does show fiscal restraint, combined with a long term objective to see us in a better place and able to deliver more of what the community wants to see from its council. This year average rate will increase by $89, or less than $2 per week, and we will meet our strategic objective to see rates increases reduce from 5.9 per cent in our first year, to four per cent in two more years. This is not an easy task in the current operating environment, when State and Federal government continue to cost shift, and with your rates having to cover more and more of our operating expenses. It’s always going to be tough for the Bass Coast Shire, particularly with our large non-resident population. This is because the Federal Government allocates funding to us on the basis of permanent population and council doesn’t receive funding from visitors to Bass Coast, which further impacts on our
budget. Our first year has seen the employment of a new CEO who has been able to find a million dollars of savings from operational transferred over to the capital side of the budget. This allows for more of what the community wants to see – stuff happening on the ground. This year, there will be more money spent on pathways, replacing our ageing infrastructure and continuing to invest in strategies for the future. We are currently working to realign the structure of the organisation to more directly achieve what the community wants, finding further efficiencies and cost savings to do more. A 10 year financial plan, including a long term capital works program, will be formed this year to give clear direction to assist with the above. There are a lot of pleasing numbers in the budget which I won’t go into here, and it’s written and presented this year in a way that is much easier to understand. You can find a copy of the budget on the council’s website, and it’s open for your input until August 5, 2014. We would love to hear your thoughts on how we’re doing and any suggestions on how we can do better. Cr Neil Rankine, mayor.
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Beautiful lifestyle change Page 26
Leongatha South Alan Steenholdt 0409 423 822
Peter Dwyer 0428 855 244
5662 0922 45 Bair Street LEONGATHA
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5 BOND COURT, LEONGATHA
60 WHITWORTHS ROAD, KORUMBURRA SOUTH
• 3 bedroom home with ensuite and WIR • 2 living areas, landscaped gardens • Excellent location, opposite McIndoe Park
• Extremely neat 3 bedroom home • Quiet court location • Large block with lock up shed
• 4 bedroom home, master with ensuite and WIR • 2 bedroom granny flat with shared bathroom • Double garage, 3 bay barn shed and woodshed.
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Fantastic position, quiet court 3 bedroom brick veneer home 909m2 level block Lock up garage Easy level walk to schools, churches & CBD Call to inspect today
TERMS 10% DEPOSIT, BALANCE 30/60/90 DAYS
28 BRUMLEY STREET, LEONGATHA
1 DANNOCK STREET, LEONGATHA
4 DANNOCK STREET LEONGATHA
• Beautifully restored Californian Bungalow • 1300m² block with rear lane access • Ideally located family home.
• 3 bedroom extremely neat home • Large block with a lock up shed • Secure lock up rear yard
• Great starter home or investment property • 3 bedroom home with north facing sunroom • Low maintenance level block
$475,000
$195,000
$195,000
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Koonwarra captivator – let the lifestyle begin W
E do get excited when we have an opportunity to take a property to the market with such obvious value for money, and quality, as this.
Fresh new look W
HEN the weather is miserable and things are quiet, there’s nothing quite like a colourful rebrand to shake you out of the winter willies and give you a lift. At least, that’s how Mirboo North agents Kaz Hughes and Allen Bartlett see it! They’ve just shaken off their First National branding and have reverted to being “free agents”, according to Kaz. “We see ourselves as being somewhat unique in our style and approach to real estate, and we feel really good about the improved new look for the business,” she said. Allen suggests the return to being an independent, boutique agency gives them back the flexibility and room for creativity they enjoyed before joining the major co-operative group about five years ago. “We wanted to put some colour back into our marketing,” he said.
The new purple and lime green livery is definitely a major change to their look with a new name to accompany the colours. “Personal Property” was chosen because it’s exactly how this team likes to operate. Everybody, buyers and sellers or landlords and tenants are guaranteed to be dealing with one of the owners; both licensed real estate agents, every time. “Things that won’t be changing are our commitment to being available seven days a week for buyers to inspect properties, and our uncompromising photography and marketing standards for all of our property listings,” Allen said. The new for sale boards will certainly catch your eye when out and about, and the bright logo is sure to catch the attention of buyers when searching online. They have a new web address: www. personalpropertyre.com.au, but all other contact details are the same.
The shedding will be highly sought: three-bay brick garage/workshop, plus a large steel work shed tucked in behind – out of sight but most definitely not out of mind for those seeking secure hobby vehicle or tradesperson storage. Browse through these beautiful photographs and then come see for yourself – in the popular Koonwarra village, less than ten minutes to each of Meeniyan and Leongatha, just 20 minutes to Inverloch, and 30 minutes to the expanding coastal centre of Wonthaggi. Property is available to inspect by appointment or at advertised open times.
Here is a magnificently positioned two-plus acre parcel with perfect northerly orientation. Studded with maturing, deciduous trees in a beautiful, parklike setting, the land is level and very easy to care for. At the end of the long driveway, through tall, brick-pillared wrought iron gates, is the residence and vehicle accommodation.
The residence is brick, and has been modernized beautifully by its builderowner, whilst remaining sympathetic to its best original features. The result is a stunning, open plan home featuring soaring ceilings of white painted timber, brick features, splashes of colour and a focus on indoor-outdoor living through the addition of a huge, covered entertaining area on the northern side. Much is new: kitchen, laundry, bathrooms, deck, carpets, paint and pergola. All is large – the open living spaces, and all four bedrooms. The laundry is unbelievable.
KOONWARRA 33-39 Kookaburra Drive Personal Property Real Estate Mirboo North Kaz Hughes 0417 516 998 or 5668 1660
Asking price $550,000
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POUND CREEK, 49 ACRES
$5,200 per acre
$450 per week
$649,000
Prominently grey soil, small areas of hill Fenced into 3 main paddocks with 3 dams Ideal turnout paddock with a scattering of native gums
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5 generous sized bdrms master with large ensuite Main living area, kitchen & dining space is open plan Pool room & cinema room with surround sound & is projector ready
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Located on 2000m2 block, 3 large bdrms, 2 bthrms 3 living areas plus large rumpus, 7x7m garage The option to purchase adjoining 3 blocks
$315,000
GLENYS FOSTER BARRY REDMOND SARAH PRICE 0477 622 298 0477 622 292 0439 885 078
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Classic 4 bdrms brick veneer home on 682m2 block Great living space with huge kitchen/dining area Located only minutes walk to the town centre
$320,000
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Beautiful lifestyle property with 4 bdrm BV home Gentlyrolling,wateredbydams&boreexcellentshedding Inlet views and only minutes drive to Inverloch
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3 Bedroom brick home with plenty of living space Ducted heating, RC/AC, updated kitchen, 2 bathrooms 1213m2 corner block, walking distance of schools
$359,000
47 BAIR STREET, LEONGATHA OFFICE 5662 2292
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Some of the hard work has already been done T AKE a look at this truly unique parcel of land, private and with magnificent views. Better still, some of the hard work has already been done. Approximately 4,810m² and with a current building permit, the slab for an architecturally designed two bedroom home has already been laid. Construction is now up to framing stage. All the inground services have been installed including power and switchboard, phone, septic, water (in from tanks) and stormwater.
The existing design includes open plan living, separate sleeping wing and entry, and protected north facing outdoor space with an integrated fire pit. All windows will be orientated to capture the best views, the design to ensure that the outside is ‘brought in.’ Other improvements include a single car garage/ workshop; 20,000 litre water tank with provision for another 20,000 litre tank already plumbed in; an extensive planting of what are now quite established trees. Astute purchasers can take advantage of the current permit and all that is already
underway. With construction commenced, an idyllic location, views, the fact there are no near neighbours and sealed road frontage makes this a p veryy attractive pproposition.
HALLSTON Contact agent Insight Real Estate 5662 2220 4,810 m2
$195,000 1
Michael Hanily 0417 311 756
Jason Harris 0417 640 079
Mike West 0409 583 692
Natalie Couper 0428 941 541
Brent Harriage 0417 681 307
Leongatha
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Mirboo North
AUCTION
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ONSITE AT 12 NOON, SATURDAY JULY 26, 2014
OFI: SUN, July 6, 11.30 – 12 noon NOT A THING OUT OF PLACE
EDWARDIAN ON JEFFREY
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Beautifully maintained brick home Quiet court location with private backyard. 977m2 2 distinct living areas, 4 big bedrooms & more.
2 Noel Court, Leongatha $410,000
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QUALITY HOME AT DISCOUNT PRICE
Four BRs, large lounge, RC/AC & wood heating ? Baltic pine boards, new Colorbond roof ? Dble carport, LU shed, rear lane access, 1350m2 block ?
5 Jeffrey Street, Leongatha $315,000 Sole Agent
Well established,long running business & freehold for sale ? Set on 2.2 Acres with 12m long pressure treatment chamber ? Equipment incl. loaders, debarker, tools & numerous others ?
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MOVE IN OR RENT OUT
Hurray to secure this beautifully orientated block. ? Set on 4006m2, gently sloping, all services (excl gas). ? Ideal for a growing family or people wanting room to move. ?
Lot 46 Boags Road, Leongatha $220,000
Renovated 3 BR home in a great sought after location ? 2 living areas, modern bthrm with spa bath, natural gas ? Garage, single carport, timber deck & undercover area ?
35 Brumley St, Leongatha $299,000
5662 5800 15 Bair Street, Leongatha
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7 Griffin Road, Leongatha $267,000 Sole agent
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Near new units – choice of 2 or 3 bdrms, great location ? ? Open plan living, timber floors and dishwasher ? Dble blinds on all windows, single lock up garage
1-5/99 Brown Street, Leongatha From $275,000 S/A 4
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Terms 10% deposit on signing. Bal 60 days
52 Anderson St, Leongatha
Large family home close to local schools 2 living areas, BIR's, master with ensuite & walk through robe Double garage, large 1200m2 block
5 Eden Crescent, Leongatha 4
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2450 Grandridge Road, Hallston $480,000 plus Sole Agent 3
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‘Twelve Oaks’ - relax and take in the view I
F you are seeking a lifestyle change with views of the Inlet and ocean, this beautiful brick family home on 49 acres is worth taking a look at.
This well built four bedroom brick home has been repainted and renovated with dado walls, a gorgeous central fireplace, country style kitchen, open plan living and a large verandah taking in the views of Anderson Inlet. The master bedroom is complete with ensuite and parents retreat. The remaining three bedrooms all have built in robes and ready access to the main bathroom and separate toilet. All windows command views of the mature trees and natives in surrounding gardens.
LEONGATHA STH 645 Koonwarra – Pound Creek Road
Moving outside there is everything you would need to be self sufficient. A well established vegetable and herb patch, fruit trees and berries, an abundance of different forms of shedding including his and hers workshops, chook house and potting shed all unique having been constructed from recycled materials and have power and lights. If you are looking to starting up a hobby farm, this fabulous property is ready to go. It has been well laid out, divided into nine paddocks, three dams, troughs plus a bore. A loading race, shearing shed, machinery shed provide all the infrastructure required. Providing peace and quiet, with wonderful views and only 12 kilometres from Inverloch this is worth an inspection.
Landmark Harcourts Leongatha Glenys Foster 0477 622 298
$649,000
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NEW LISTING In town, on the golf course and 2.5 acres (approx)
Fabulous family-friendly space-stunner 3.6 acres (approx)
Out your driveway, and onto the Mirboo North Golf Course! This sandstone-cut brick veneer on a superb small acreage features 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 wcs, 2 north
gabled pergola complete with quality PVC and shade-cloth roller-blinds. Great shedding and car accommodation, town water, fenced paddock, impeccable gardens & lawns, paving and landscaping. An absolute treasure! 4 Galvins Road $470,000
Set on 3.6 acres (approx.) of easy care grounds, the spacious 22sq (approx.) house has four m bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living rooms PLUS a massive open plan kitchen/living room facing north. Outside two whopping great sheds for vehicle storage (and ‘Man Cave’), new chicken house and yard and ample water storage capacity.Yes, the kids can have a pony and raise a calf. On the edge of Mirboo North (the Leongatha side), perfect for school runs and commuting. Invest in your family. 20 Cropley Road $495,000 - $545,000
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NEW LISTING Huge historic Ruby homestead Circa 1895 on 5 acres (approx)
Options! 145 acres (approx)
Best town acre for miles
With a highly-sought bitumen-road frontage, “Atherstone� is set privately to the rear of its level 5 acre parcel in a most commanding position, in the majestic hills of Ruby. The original Victorian Homestead features rooms with 3.6m ceiling heights, picture rails & period cornice, double-hung windows, and stained glass side-lights. There’s 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, and high-set return verandas, mature gardens and orchard, & paddocks that are just perfect for horses. 730 Ruby Arawata Road $570,000 - $610,000
A central laneway leads to the perfect place to build a residence with astounding views. Solar & wind system powering the shed, water pump & electric fences. 8 dams,Tarwin River, and agisted for $12,000 per annum. 175 Smiths Road $425,000 - $450,000
Design & build the home of your choice, take advantage of northern aspect, gentle fallll e, minimising or negating the need to excavate, water, power & sewer available.
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Lot 4 Josephine Crescent $178,000
allen 0417 274 624 kaz 0417 516 998
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LEONGATHA 2 Noel Court Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha Mike West 0409 583 692
$410,000
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Positioned perfectly on a 977m2 block it has a commanding presence and draws the eye immediately to its style and quality. The home consists of two distinct living areas; one is a formal lounge and dining with quality floor and window furnishings that gives it a wonderful warm feel. The second area consists of the kitchen that boasts all the mod cons, plenty of bench space and heaps of storage, a large meals area and a more relaxed living room which faces
due north and the winter sun. There are four large bedrooms; the master bedroom has a large walk in robe and fully appointed ensuite. The remaining bedrooms all have quality built in robes. The home is centrally heated with ducted gas and also has two reverse cycle air conditioners for added comfort in the summer months. Externally there are covered verandas at the front and back, a carport and a single lock up garage. The lawns and gardens are all beautifully presented and continue the feel and look of quality of this great property.
Perfect location
LEONGATHA
6 Vista Court Alex Scott and Staff Leongatha 5662 0922 August 2 at 11am
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This tightly held location is one of Leongatha’s hidden gems; quietly tucked away with large flat blocks, but only an easy 600 metre walk from the main street. Number six is in the bowl of the court on a 909m2 block. Generously sized bedrooms and living areas, along with an updated kitchen and bathroom, all add together to offer com-
fortable family living. Zoned floor heating means you’ll never have cold feet, even in the depths of winter. There are plenty of robes and storage, lock up garage and workshop. As solid as the day it was built, this family home is ready to welcome a new generation. It is open for inspection on Saturday mornings from 10.30 until 11am. The auction will be held on August 2 at 11am.
NEW LISTING
WILLOW GROVE LAND ESTATE
McDonald Street Leongatha LEONGATHA PREMIUM POSITION & LARGE WORKSHOP
CONTACT AGENT BRAND NEW UNIT, JUST MOVE IN!
LEONGATHA RETIREMENT LIVING - FOR PEACE OF MIND
• So close to town centre, brick home in a private location • 2 large living spaces, renovated kitchen & bathroom • Solar power, 2 r/c aircons. Gas log fire, workshop and tool shed
• North facing 2 BR unit, open plan living, gas ducted heating • Spacious bathroom & laundry, outdoor living area • Secure parking &back yard, no body corporate fees
• Level access into the home, light-filled kitchen/ dining /family room • Bright lounge , 2 BRs (main with WIR & large en suite,)2nd bathroom • Private covered patio; front gardens maintained by body corporate.
LEONGATHA BETTER THAN NEW!
LEONGATHA HOME BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LARGE FAMILY HOME
LEONGATHA IMPRESSIVE & SPACIOUS LIVING
• Under 4 years old, close to schools, 1,047m2 allotment • 3 BRs/en suite, light open indoor living & large alfresco deck • Gas ducted heating, side access to back yard, semi- rural views
• Tasteful renovations, new roof, re-stumped, 1167 m2 block • 4 BRs/ 2 bathrooms, gas ducted heating, private back yard • Close to schools town centre, rear laneway, access to 4- bay garage
• Quality built, close to schools, rear drive access to backyard • Luxurious lounge, massive kitchen/ family room, 4BRs • Solar power, saltwater pool, double & single garages
$270,000 Sole agent
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NEW LISTING
$355,000 Sole agent
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Build a dream home in a premier location 23 LOTS on offer Picturesque surroundings Quiet, no- through location Full services available Adjoining nature reserve. Close walking distance to primary and secondary schools Just minutes to town facilities Save on stamp duty Blocks start at $120,000
HOUSE AND LAND PACKAGES AVAILABLE
insightrealestate.com.au
Lindsay Powney 0428 515 103
Robyn Powney 0488 454 547
5 McCartin Street LEONGATHA
5662 2220
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• OBITUARY
Jack Edney gave so much THE Leongatha community has lost a great contributor and local identity with the death of John “Jack” Edney on June 8, 2014. He was the eldest of four children born to Charley and Olive Edney on October 19, 1927. He had one sister, Barbara, who died as an infant, and two younger brothers, Allan and Charles. Jack was a student at Leongatha Primary and Leongatha High schools, and several years ago he enjoyed the high school’s centenary celebrations as one of the oldest former students. He completed years 10 and 11 of his secondary schooling as a boarder at Caulfield Grammar School. On leaving school, Jack joined the Bank of Australasia and worked in Gippsland. After a few years he returned to Leongatha where he became the office manager in Charley Edney’s Garage business, which had been established around 1925. On October 10, 1953, he
married Joy Timmins. With his father and brother Allan, they built Edney’s Garage into a leading South Gippsland motor business, made possible with a loyal and long serving staff. From the original Ford franchise, the business moved to BMC and British Leyland, and later also added the Nissan franchise. The original Leongatha taxi business was also operated by Edney’s Garage. Not long after gaining his driving licence, there was the youthful thrill of collecting military personnel regularly from the Leongatha railway station, and driving them to the secret base at Wilsons Promontory under hooded lights. The garage was also the stockist for Malvern Star Bicycles, and it was through this that Jack started his interest and association with the Leongatha Cycle Club as a founding member. Jack was the inaugural treasurer and remained in the position for 40 years. He was awarded life membership of the Leongatha Cycle Club and the volunteer of the year
Loved Leongatha: the late Jack Edney. from Cycling Australia in 1998. The cycle club’s involvement resulted in Jack being awarded the Australian Sports Medal in 2000, commemorating Australian sporting achievement. Jack was always community spirited. He never sought the spotlight but wanted to help wherever he could. In the early 1970s, he
threw his energies into establishing a technical trade school in Leongatha – something that was sorely needed for the district and growth of the region. He was chairman of the board that saw the Leongatha Technical School established. He was an office bearer in both Jaycees and Lions service clubs, and served as a Lions district cabinet treasurer in 1985-86. Jack was a former president of the Leongatha Aged Care Wooryl Lodge Committee and was awarded a life governorship for his work. He was also a member of the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce. He became secretary of the Leongatha Cemetery Trust in the mid 1960s, a role he held for almost 40 years. At that time, regional cemeteries were in a state of decline and he was keen to re-establish the cemetery as a place for which the town could be proud. With his drive and foresight that aim has certainly been achieved. In recognition of his community service, Jack was awarded the Woorayl
Shire Citizen of the Year in 1981. After retiring from the garage in 1979, Jack assisted for some months in the law firm of John Don and Edney in Elsternwick, helping with the financial records, where younger brother Charles and his wife Sue were partners. Following that, Jack and Joy established The Tiny Bric a Brac Shoppe. Over 22 years, from humble beginnings, to accommodating double containers shipped from England, and with buying trips within Australia and abroad, they sold curios and antiques. In recent years community interests involving Probus, the local historical society and men’s shed came into focus. At men’s shed, he wallowed in the company of other retirees, assembling and painting toys for disadvantaged kids, and also served a term as Probus president Jack will be remembered as a patient, kind, generous, selfless man of the utmost integrity. He is survived by his wife, Joy and two children Kathryn and Ian, and four grandchildren.
ARCHIE Jack Livingstone was born at West Gippsland Hospital, Warragul, on May 27. He is the first child for Rhys and Sheree of Meeniyan.
Garden wedding BRIONY Burge of Leongatha married Benjamin Langsam of Inverloch on June 14 in a garden ceremony at the home of the bride’s parents.
Briony is the youngest daughter of Ron and Gail Burge of Inverloch, and Ben is the son of Vic Langsam of Karingal and Janet Braumann of Buffalo. The bride wore a Grecian style gown of pink satin overlayed with silky chiffon with a pearl studded bodice. She was walked down the aisle by her two sons Jayden and Bailey Best and attended by her three nieces, Luca and Lily Rivalland of Wheeler’s Hill, and Willow Stroud of South Stradbroke Island, Queensland. The groom was attended by his brother Rhys Braumann of Buffalo. Cam Abood of Leongatha officiated at the wedding. The couple have made their home in Leongatha.
HARRY Kevin Greenwood was born on June 22 at Leongatha Hospital. He is a boy for Justin and Heidi of Korumburra and a brother for Max, 2.
Exciting occasion: Ben and Briony Langsam are residing in Leongatha.
AWESOME! A Self-Esteem, Self-Care program specifically for young women Wonthaggi & Leongatha A 6 week program to help build self-esteem, self-confidence and positive body-esteem for girls aged 12-16 years old. Wonthaggi – Mondays from 4th August to September 8. 4pm-6pm Leongatha – Tuesdays from August 5 to September 9. 4pm-6pm Registrations are essential. AWESOME! is 100% free and includes afternoon snack and creative activities. Please contact Allison Hill on (03) 5662 5150 to register. AWESOME! is supported by the Victorian Government through the Engage! Program and by Youth Connections
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AWESOME! AWESOME! Girls is a free program for girls aged 12-16 years old about building self-esteem, body image and self-confidence, and is being held in Wonthaggi and Leongatha. AWESOME! is facilitated by UnitingCare Gippsland and is supported in Bass Coast by the Victorian Government through the Engage! Program and in South Gippsland by the Youth Connections Partnership. The program will be held in Wonthaggi
every Monday over six weeks starting August 4 to September 8, running from 4pm6pm at Wonthaggi Town Hall. The Leongatha sessions will be held every Tuesday over six weeks starting August 5 to September 9 from 4pm-6pm at the UnitingCare Gippsland office, 3 Church Street. The program incorporates creative activities and provides an opportunity for young girls to develop a peer support network with other young girls in their area. The group is kept to small numbers and so registering is essential. Please contact Allison Hill, youth development worker, UnitingCare Gippsland on 5662 5150 for further information.
AMY May Campbell was born at Latrobe Regional Hospital, Traralgon on May 26 at Latrobe Regional Hospital. She is a daughter for Scott and Lorinda of Mardan, and a sister for Harry, 4, and Callum, 1.
Log on for water SOUTH Gippsland Water has recently unveiled a fresh new look to the public via the launch of a brand new website. The website, at www.sgwater.com.au, features easier navigation, new sections and more information for customers. The new website holds a wealth of information with sections designed around customers’ needs.
Shortly a new ‘pay online’ function will be launched allowing customers to log on and pay their South Gippsland Water account. There is more information available about our systems as well as a learning centre. The learning centre includes a section on saving water in and around the home, as well as educational tools, stories and games. Customers are still encouraged to contact our friendly Customer Service Team should they have any questions on 1300 851 636.
BLAIR James Baillie was born on June 13 at Alice Springs Hospital, Northern Territory. He is the first child for Cara (nee Malzinskas, formerly of Inverloch) and Chris (formerly of Leongatha).
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The Good Life
Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment
Exhibition reflects journey SOME six years ago, a group of mainly women from the Cape Liptrap/Walkerville area began to meet for classes at the studio of Tarwin Lower artist Mandy Gunn.
Now that group has 13 members who meet every Friday morning. Ten are represented in this their second exhibition in the Access Gallery at Meeniyan. Points of View 2 is a salon style hang of about 30 works, framed and unframed, representing lino cuts, etchings, paintings and collage - a reflection of the often experimental nature of the class and the leaning of the artists towards these media. Gunn, who has an extensive teaching background over many years including at RMIT University, said, “The group is a delightful one to work with; so enthusiastic and willing to try new and risky work and everyone is getting so much more confidence through the class and working on their own at home. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for them to have training in an area they have never had access to before. And the results are wonderful!” The work, which is affordable, will be on exhibition at Meeniyan Gallery from June 28 until July 24.
Creating, socialising: some of the members of Mandy Gunn’s Art Group now exhibiting at Meeniyan Art Gallery, from left, Barb Fuller, Jill Butterfield, Deb Bray, Helen Harrison, Suzanne Brandenberger and Marg Windisch. Also exhibiting are Helen Mackenzie, Elizabeth Landy, June Stahle and Robin Stevens.
Bugsy to delight kids and adults FAMDA is busy preparing to stage the musical Bugsy Malone which is billed as ideal school holiday entertainment.
Bugsy Malone is a parody of early American gangster films and American musicals, but uses only child actors. Movie director Alan Parker created the concept and the script out of a desire to make a film which would entertain children and adults, while also being different from typical children’s films of the time which he felt were too limiting. He commented, “I’d worked a lot with kids and I had four very young children of my own at the time. When you do have young children like that you’re very sensitive to the kind of materials that’s available for them. “The only kind of movies they could see were Walt Disney movies. I thought it would be nice to make a movie that would be good for the kids, and also the adults who had to take them. So to be absolutely honest, Bugsy Malone was a pragmatic exercise to break into American film.”
He certainly succeeded. The film received eight British Academy Award nominations and five awards, including two BAFTAs for Jodie Foster and launched Parker’s career as a film director. He adapted the screenplay for the stage and it has proved to be enduringly popular around the world with hundreds of productions involving thousands of children being staged over the years. Now it is Foster’s turn to enjoy this happy show chock full of catchy tunes which sound as though they have come straight out of the 1920s. Foster Amateur Music and Drama Association will be staging Bugsy Malone at the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre between July 11 and 19. See 47 happy young people enjoying the chance to perform on stage and there are even more student musicians in the night club band which accompanies the show. The young performers hail from all over South Gippsland, even as far afield as Korumburra. Being in the show has given them
all the opportunity to learn new acting skills and also to make new friends and develop self confidence. Many of them have the challenge of playing multiple roles. The opening night performance begins at 7.30pm on Friday, July 11 and the season runs until July 19. Shows will be staged on Friday and Saturday nights with matinées at 2pm on both Saturdays and on Sunday, July 13. Tickets are now on sale at Main Street Revelations in Foster or via 0435 535 867. Ticket prices are $28 for adults, $22 concession (seniors, pensioners, students aged over16) or $15 for children under 16. There are group concessions at $22 each for 10 or more people and a family ticket is available for four people for $75 with any extra children being admitted for $10. Further information and booking forms can be found via www.famda. org.au.
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Measuring impact made easy DAIRY farmers could soon find it easier to maximise profits when grain feeding, thanks to new research by the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI). DEPI Farming Systems Economics research scientist Janna Heard is developing a tool to help farmers determine short term milk responses and the amount of supplementary feed farmers should use to maximise milk profits. “During the 2012-13 season, Australian dairy farmers fed an average of 1.6 tonnes of grain and concentrates to every cow on their farms,” Ms Heard said. “It is well-known feeding cows cereal supplements can increase milk production. However, it can be difficult to work out the profit maximising amount of supplement to feed. “Day-to-day decisions on how much supplement to feed should largely depend on the cost of the supplement and the value of the milk it produces. “The idea is to feed lactating dairy cows to the point where the cost of the additional supplement is equal to the value of the additional milk produced so the supplement generates more profit than it costs.”
Ms Heard said her recent analysis of national and international feeding experiments revealed the amount of milk produced by supplement feed could be accurately predicted by easily observable farm characteristics. “The key to maximising profits is in the ability to accurately predict the amount of milk each kilogram of supplement will produce,” Ms Heard said. “Factors including the number of days cows have been lactating, how much pasture and supplement the cows are fed, their body condition score and the time of year are all valid indicators we can use to help predict the amount of milk each kilogram of supplement will produce. “The next step in the project is to build an easy to use tool farmers can use to reference these characteristics so they can easily identify the profit maximising amount of supplement required. “At the end of this project farmers should be able to calculate how many kilograms of cereal supplement should be fed, so that the last kilogram adds to profit.” This research project is supported by Dairy Australia and the DEPI, and is part of an extensive program of research and development aimed at increasing the productivity and profitability of Victorian food and fibre producers.
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Lindsay Davies from Brown Stockfeeds said most farmers have still go some silage left, and reasonable levels of hay in front of them. “There is a bit more hay up north available now, as it has rained up there and they don’t need it for their own stock,” he said. “Fibre levels of that hay should be good. Grain prices are reasonably constant, and we anticipate prices will probably ease off as we get closer to spring. “At the moment there is no real incentive for farmers to off load grain yet.” Mr Davies said this year is unlikely to reflect last year’s feed shortages, as the shortest day of the year has passed without conditions being too wet. “That is a huge bonus for Gippsland. As the days start to lengthen, the dairy farmers and cows should be able to cope a bit better,” he said. “This time last year, we were underwater. Even now you can still drive around paddocks in a four wheel drive or tractor without mak-
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Calving: split versus seasonal By Sarah Vella THE majority of South Gippsland dairy farmers operate on a split calving system, rather than seasonal which is the opposite of 15 years ago.
Department of Primary Industries and Environment development specialist - farm business management Gavin McClay said the basic premise of seasonal calving is matching feed supply to feed demand. “In winter and spring pasture growth is very consistent, versus heading through to summer and autumn which is less consistent,” he said. “Summer is consistent in that it is hot and dry but autumn can either be early or late. In the last 15 years across Victoria and South Gippsland, there has been more farms move to split calving.” Mr McClay said these farms still have a predominantly spring calving or seasonal herd but there are more farms with autumn calving cows as well. “Several factors have driven that shift. One is farmers are looking for a way to keep cows in the herd that don’t get in calf to stay in the seasonal cycle,” he said. “If they can get them to calve in the autumn they are not wasted. It is quite a plausible, useful way to manage calving. “A more recent factor, probably in the last 10 years, is the introduction of incentives from milk companies for off peak milk. “The incentives usually involve paying more for milk, which has encour-
aged farmers to adjust their calving system to produce milk from February to July.” The big question is, has the move to split calving, particularly to chase higher milk prices, meant dairy farms are more profitable? Mr McClay said for some farmers it has and for some it hasn’t. “The thing is it will vary each year, which plays to the strengths of some farms and not others,” he said. “The main thing for me is the foundation principle of matching feed supply to demand. The more you move away from that in a farm business, the more you add potential risk to that business. “Not all risk is bad, but the further farmers move away from that principle, the more risk they add and they need to assess the impact of that risk on each business.” Mr McClay said another broad principle to remember is any change, particularly around calving patterns, needed to be considered over a five to seven year period, not just one year. “It needs a much longer view to make a sound decision,” he said. South Gippsland Semex representative and Meeniyan dairy farmer Stuart Mackie said farmers have moved to split calving for different reasons. “One reason is to spread income throughout the year. Another reason is if farmers can’t get their seasonal cows in calf, they can carry them over to the next season,” he said. “Dairy farmers are enjoying more production than they used too, but it is becoming harder to get cows in calf.”
Children and animals: Ruby, Isabella and Scott Mackie from Meeniyan cuddle a few of this season’s calves.
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Dairy prospects brighten SOUTH Gippsland’s dairy farmers continue to feel good about the industry, as reported by Dairy Australia as part of the 2014 Situation and Outlook Update. Improvement in the farmgate milk price,
strong overseas demand, a drop in the Australian dollar and more favourable seasonal conditions are factors behind the boost in confidence. Leongatha South dairy farmer Gordon Vagg said most farmers are feeling a bit better about things, but around 70 per cent of farmers made a loss last
season. “So first they have to pay that off before they can start making normal payments,” he said. “At the moment, we are not too worried because it looks like the next year is going to pretty good, but the year after that is the worry. “Everyone seems to be
saying they want milk, but they don’t want to pay for it.” Mr Vagg said over the last 12 months, farmers have been able to clear some debt accumulated in previous years, which were some of the hardest dairy farmers have experienced. “If the farmers are not making a good profit, it
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with 79 per cent of farmers nationally saying they will make a profit in 2013-14 compared to 57 per cent in 2012-13. “The number of farmers who also say they will invest on farm this year has also increased notably, particularly in the Gippsland dairy region.” According to the national dairy farmer survey, farmgate prices for milk and milk solids remain the strongest drivers of farmer sentiment. Dairy Australia commercial and research
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Optimistic: Leongatha South dairy farmer Gordon Vagg said farmers are looking forward to brighter times.
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Dairy leaders probed THE dairy industry showed its best qualities in more ways than one at a Young Dairy Development Program event in Leongatha recently.
The Our Milk, Our Future forum saw four influential dairy industry figures answering some tough and tricky questions from a full house at the Leongatha RSL. The event featured a panel consisting of Murray Goulburn chairman Phil Tracey, Fonterra Australia national field manager Matt Watt, Dairy Australia industry analyst John Droppert and GippsDairy deputy chairman Graeme Nicoll. YDDP Gippsland coordinator Penny Cooper said the robust question and answer session left audience members with a sense of confidence about where the industry is heading. “The key messages were that Gippsland is a profitable dairy area that will continue to grow and there are great support networks available to help farmers increase efficiency and profitability,” she said.
Penny said having high-level representatives of Australia’s two biggest dairy companies on the panel showed the industry was willing to work together to create a sustainable future for dairying in Gippsland. “With Phil and Matt willing to sit down together, along with people from Dairy Australia and
GippsDairy, it goes to show that everyone has the best interests of farmers and the industry at heart,” she said. “The night also showed that milk company competitors see the value in our young farmers and were willing to come together to show their support and educate our members.” Leongatha South farmer and YDDP South Gippsland
committee member Tristan Zuidema said the night was a great opportunity to directly quiz industry power-brokers. “Farmers are a bit uncertain at the moment, so it’s good to be able to get an insight into what the factories are thinking,” he said. While it was a Young Dairy Development
Discovering dairying: Fred Johnson (left) was visiting his brother Max at Mardan when they decided to come to the Young Dairy Development Program night at the Leongatha RSL last week.
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Expert tips: GippsDairy deputy chair and Fish Creek dairy farmer Graeme Nicoll (left) with Young Dairy Development Program Gippsland coordinator Penny Cooper and Dairy Australia industry analyst John Droppert.
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Total yarding: 688 Steers: R. & D. Walker, Budgeree, 5 x $855; Doweldar, Kongwak, 3 x $815; L.A. Edwards, Traralgon East, 9 x $805; A., S., P. & K. Aitken, Korumburra, 8 x $780; Gaph Past Co, Dumbalk, 4 x $770; D.L. Farm, Hallston, 9 x $756. Heifers: F. & R. Spiteri, Trida, 1 x $660; R. & D. Walker, Budgeree, 5 x $660; R.W. Looker, Berrys Creek, 6 x $602; K. & K. Cain, Mirboo, 3 x $562; A.L. & K.G. Mapleson, Lang Lang East, 1 x $510; B. & E. Standfield, Leongatha, 15 x $510. Cows and calves: L. & M. Sterling, Warragul, 9 x $1000; W.A. & D.M. Joyce, Jumbunna, 2 x $960; D. Young, Jumbuk, 3 x $880; P.G. Mancarella, Mirboo North, 3 x $800.
Buyers about: from left, Nicki Renden from Rodwells and buyer Kylie Bright at VLE Leongatha last Thursday. Ms Renden said buyers are looking to buy cheaply at this time of year. Simon Henderson of Alex Scott and Staff described the market as wintry. “And the cattle are starting to look wintry as well,” he said. Mr Henderson was looking forward to the 130 steers and 60 heifers Alex Scott and Staff had for auction. He said they brought “good prices after a very strong export sale yesterday. Topping at $2.23kg, prices were up 10 to 15 cents on previous weeks.”
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Exports sought after THERE were approximately 1,300 export and 400 young cattle penned for an increase of 200 head week-on-week.
The usual buying group was present and competed in a dearer market overall. Quality was mixed throughout with all export grades selling to strong demand. Quality remained an issue in the trade pens with the limited number suited to the trade selling at firm prices. The remainder sold to feeders and restockers. The 650 steers and bullocks sold to strong demand, with the grown steers lifting 1c to 6c and bullocks improving 6c to 10c, while the manufacturing steers gained 9c to 12c/kg for most. A good quality offering of heavy weight grown heifers sold 5c/kg dearer. Most weights and grades were offered in the cows with prices improving 3c to 6c for most, while the heavy weight bulls gained 4c/kg. A handful of vealers sold to a top of 220c/kg. Yearling steers were in short supply with most selling from 160c to 194c/kg. The limited selection of yearling heifers suited to the trade made between 174c and 212c/kg. Grown steers showing good finish sold between 205c and 221c, with the
leaner drafts between 177c and 205c/kg. Wellfinished bullocks made from 195c to 224c, with the leaner drafts from 182c to 204c/kg. Heavy weight bullocks sold from 194c to 204c, while heavy weight grown heifers in good condition made between 160c and 197c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 169c and 187c, with the crossbred portion from 169c to 192c/kg.
Most light and medium weight cows made from 103c to 128c, with most heavy weight cows selling from 118c to 158c/kg. Restocking cows made between 110c and 145c/kg. Most heavy weight bulls sold between 163c and 189c/kg. The next sale draw - July 2: 1. Alex Scott, 2. Elders, 3. Rodwells, 4. Landmark, 5. SEJ, 6. David Phelan.
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BULLOCKS 13 J.S. Forsyth, Narracan 605.0kg 16 R.J. & R.H. Finlay, Leongatha 652.2kg 11 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 618.3kg 15 R.W. & M.E. Leech, Mirboo North 656.7kg 2 Thorpdale Football Club, Thorpdale 722.5kg 4 D. Heynea & A. Vos, Newry 582.5kg STEERS 1 L.D. & G.C. Smith, Mirboo 330.0kg 9 L. Wagstaff, Foster 497.2kg 4 W.R. & L.M. Heyne, Maffra 531.3kg 2 S.J. & K. Bye, Gormandale 535.0kg 2 O.B. & C.M. Hutchinson, Mardan 525.0kg 1 B.G. & J.M. Taylor, Mardan 350.0kg COWS 1 J. & K. Hilliar, Mirboo 615.0kg 8 S. & W. Bordonards, Koorooman 561.9kg 1 P. & H. Wratten, Heath Hill 615.0kg 3 Langmoor Farm, Fish Creek 578.3kg 2 Neitherwood Pastoral, Burwood 622.5kg 6 Scotoma Pty Ltd, Welshpool 750.8kg HEIFERS 1 K. & K. Cain, Mirboo 400.0kg 4 S. Vagg, Leongatha South 410.0kg 1 G.J. & S.E. Vagg, Leongatha 375.0kg 2 J.S. & A.M. Blackshaw, Leongatha Sth 372.5kg 1 A.B. & B.J. Crouch, Welshpool 430.0kg 8 R. & D. Walker, Budgeree 488.1kg BULLS 1 R. & D. Walker, Budgeree 975.0kg 1 A. Lamb, Waratah North 950.0kg 1 M.K. & S. Breen, Buffalo 905.0kg 1 Melaleuca Pastoral, Meeniyan 825.0kg 1 K.G. & W.A. Marshall, Glengarry 695.0kg 1 M.J. & C.M. Cock, Hallston 690.0kg
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Co-ordinated by the South Gippsland/Bass Coast LLEN and Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN, in partnership with Community College Gippsland, the event attracted students from Leongatha, Lowanna and Traralgon secondary colleges. Twenty-five Year 9 and 10 students were given an opportunity to see real rural businesses in action including a tour of Flavorite Hydroponic Tomatoes at Warragul which employs 280 people. They also toured Darnum Park Estate where they gained insight into the development of a boutique olive growing and production business. Community College Gippsland hosted an industry guest mentor session where students were
able to meet a broad range of people working in agriculture and horticulture fields. Anne Boyer from Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN said this was a fantastic opportunity for students to talk to people working in real jobs in rural industries and learn about careers they may not have known existed. Industry mentors who volunteered included Jessica Eccles of Brown’s Transport and Earthworks, Mark Leighton Shaw Constructions, Anthony Willems Lardner Park Events, Steve Haughton Habitat Creations, John Cartwright CCG Rural Services, Max Norman CCG and Trade Training Centre, Chris Senini NCDEA GOTAFE, Andrew Davidson Baw Baw Shire, Tracey McGrogan of Flavorite, Agribusiness Gippsland Inc., and Laura Tweddle of Debenham Australia. In the afternoon, students participated in activities on Community College Gippsland‘s McMillan campus training farm at Warragul which is home to a Red Angus beef stud where students
learn hands-on with cattle. CCG’s agriculture and horticulture students also showed the visitors how to conduct soil tests and explained pasture management. Karena Kerr from South Gippsland Bass Coast LLEN said it was a fantastic platform to showcase training pathways and career opportunities to students. “We hope the taster day broadens students’ understanding of the career opportunities in rural industries and inspire them to imagine where a career in horticulture or agriculture might take them,” she said. For more information on industry taster days contact Baw Baw Latrobe LLEN on 03 5633 2868 or visit:http://www.bawbawlatrobellen. com.au or South Gippsland Bass Coast LLEN on 03 5662 5500 or visit:http://www.sgbcllen. org.au To find out more about Community College Gippsland rural studies programs visit: www. ccg.asn.au or phone 03 5622 6000.
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Farm values reflect hope OVER the last 23 years a staggering $2.4 billion of land traded hands in Gippsland with around one in 10 of these sales occurring between family members.
FORRESTERS CALF BUYING MONDAYS & THURSDAYS ONLY MID4730021
Exploring agriculture: Leongatha Secondary College students get hands on at CCG’s training farm at the Warragul McMillan campus. From left: CCG students Tracey Allen and Josh Jenkins, CCG ag trainer Max Norman, Leongatha students Jack Edmonson, Tom Brew, Sarin Barnard, Max Norton, Brayden Doyle, Chloe Wylie, Cameron Ellis, CCG’s Joel Hollier, Georgia Edwards, Janine Pearn, Jayne Dowthwaite, Amy Lay, Hannah Stewart, Jess Ronalds and Leongatha Secondary College teacher Leith Cummins.
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BAG A BARGAIN in The Star! FREE CLASSIFIED ADS
TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 GERNI. Classic 100.2. used once. As new. $50. Ph. 5662 2912 SNOW CHAINS. In case. flexible cable. used once. $50. Ph. 5662 2342. SKI BOOTS. Size 9½ - 10. Plus boot carrier. $50. Ph. 5662 3556. SNOW CHAINS. Easy Fit. $45. Ph. 5662 3556. PRINTER CARTRIDGES. Canon Pixma 8. 4 brand new. Unopened. $50. ph. 0408 512 347. WATERBED. Queen size. $50. Ph. 0433 776 369. KIWI FRUIT. 1KG for $5. Ph. 0433 776 369. INFANT PORTACOT. Mothers choice brand. Good condition. can deliver to Leongatha or Wonthaggi. $30. ph. 5952 2570. BABY CHANGE TABLE. Black melamine. With storage area underneath table. excellent condition. $20. ph. 5663 5439. INFANT HIGHCHAIR. Chicco brand. Good condition. Can deliver to Leongatha or Wonthaggi. $30. Ph. 5952 2570. HAND PUMP. Double action. hardly used. Still in box. $10. Ph. 5662 5141. PENDANT LIGHTS. Ikea. White plastic. 28cm at base. classic look. required hard wiring. $10 for the 2. Excellent condition. ph. 5662 5141. TREATED PINE POLES. 5-6 inches diameter, two 3m, three 3.6m. $50 the lot. Leongatha. Phone 5662 4778. WASHING MACHINE. 5.5kg Fisher & Paykel. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0417 623 573. ANTIQUE CHAIRS. Colour teak stained wood. 2 dinning chairs. In good condition. $10 each. ph. 5663 5439. HEATER. Rinnai convector bottle gas. $40. Ph. 0427 726 577. COMPUTER DESK. Corner unit with slide out keyboard shelf and printer shelf etc. $40. Ph. 0400 140 556. JOLLY JUMPER. $30. Ph. 0417 147 227. BABY BJORN BABY CARRIER. Black & purple. Brand new. $50. Ph. 0417 147 227. MICROSOFT WINDOWS 7. Home premium OEM DVD. Brand new & sealed. $50. Ph. 0400 461 075. SHOPPING BUGGY. Blue. Very good condition. $40. Ph. 0408 642 358. AQUARIUM/ACCESSORIES. 25L BluePlanet tank with pump. Thermometre, gravel, vacuum, water chemicals, disease treatments. $50. Ph. 0448 855 832. CAT FEEDER. Releases dry cat food on
demand. Coloured pale blue and clear. $10. Ph. 0448 855 832. HALL TABLE. Pine. Length 930mm. very good condition. $20. Ph. 0428 825 503. BAR STOOLS. 2 chrome with backs and white seats. $10. Ph. 0428 825 503. CUPBOARDS & DRAWERS. 8 cupboards and 10 drawers. $50. Ph. 5662 3650. FOOSBALL TABLE. 1320x62. unused gift. comes with 3 balls. $50. Ph. 0400 668 837. CARPET CLEANER. VAX Super II. $20. Ph. 0488 105 451. MATTRESS. King size. Cushion top. Spring coil. Plenty of years left. $50. Ph. 0400 668 837. WHEELCHAIR. Lightweight. Suitable for indoor use. Good condition. $50. Ph. 5668 1281. GAS LOG FIRE. LPG. Real flame. includes double flue etc. $50. ph. 5662 2991. AQUARIUM. 4’ with stand, light, pump & heat. Excellent condition. $30. Ph. 5674 5555. FOOTBALL/SOCCER BOOTS. Adidas Elite. Black/white/performance green. Size 7. excellent condition. $50. Ph. 5674 3535. FOOTBALL/SOCCER BOOTS. Puma Esito Finale. White/black/gold. Size 5. Excellent condition.$50. Ph. 5674 3535. GLORY BOX CABINET. 1950s blonde wood. 3 drawers. 2 cupboards. Glass door display area. Good order. $40 ono. Ph. 5662 2570. CUT-OFF TABLE SAW. Ryobi 1400w. 26cm SGW blade. Excellent condition. $40. ph. 5672 2330. BIRD CAGE. Fancy design. 75cm h x 47cm d. A1 condition $30. Ph. 5672 2330. INFANT HIGH CHAIR. Chicco brand. Good condition. Can deliver to Leongatha or Wonthaggi. $40. Ph. 5952 2570. BABY CHANGE TABLE. $15. Ph. 5672 4665. CHILD’S ROCKING HORSE. $15. Ph. 5672 4665. COMPUTER MONITOR. LG. 19”. Cordless keyboard& mouse plus rec. $50. Ph. 5662 4328. YUCCA PLANTS. 5.2ft and 6 inches. $9 each or $45 for the lot. Ph. 5662 5419. CORRUGATED IRON. 10x6”sheets. $50. Ph. 5657 3291. PLASTIC DRUMS. 200Ltr. 5 for $50. Ph. 5657 3291. ANTIQUE CHAIRS. Teak colour stained wood. 2 dinning chairs. Good condition. $15 each. Ph. 5663 5439.
public notices COME and sing. Hymns Alive! Monday, July 7, St Peter’s Church, 2-3pm. All welcome. ROTARY CLUB of Leongatha raffle result, wood raffle number 1 winner, Winston O’Reilly of Turner Street, Leongatha.
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID Provided by Latrobe Regional Hospital
WHEN: Monday July 7 & July 14, 2014 WHERE: South Gippsland Council Chambers TIME: 9am to 5pm To register please contact Lynn on 5662 9804 or lynnm@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
A joint initiative of Country Women’s Association, Latrobe Regional Hospital & South Gippsland Shire Council
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Lyrebird Hospital Auxiliary - GSHS
WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT AIR SCOURING PROGRAM
OPENING NIGHT FUNDRAISER
South Gippsland Water wishes to advise customers, that the Corporations program of air scouring will commence for the townships of:
Jersey Boys Thursday, July 3 $20 / $15 senior & child Includes supper
$6.40pm Enq: 0419 565 711
LEONGATHA SQUASH CLUB REQUIRE PLAYERS FOR OUR SPRING COMPETITION STARTING
July 14 - A Grade July 16 - B Grade Contact 0418 998 222 www.leongathasquash club.com.au
Poowong, Loch & Nyora
POOWONG, LOCH & NYORA Monday 14th July - Monday 15th September 2014 between the hours of 9am and 3pm Regular air scouring improves water quality by removing particles that can coat the inside of the water reticulation system. Minor interruptions to the water supply will occur during the process and customers will be notified via information cards in their letterbox. Customers should be aware that brief periods of water discolouration could occur during the times of the flushing process. By undertaking these works the Corporation aims to prevent random periods of long term water discolouration. We hope these works will only cause minimal inconvenience. For more information South Gippsland Water 1300 851 636
Most photos that appear in the Yarram Standard can be purchased by calling 5182 5013
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Temporary Road Closure – Andersons Road Multinet Gas has engaged Comdain as the preferred contractor to undertake the construction of a new above ground gas installation at an existing site on Andersons Road as part of upgrade works at Murray Goulburn. To facilitate these works Comdain will be required to put in place a temporary road closure to allow critical works to take place along Andersons Road (see below). The closure of Andersons Road will take place on the 02/07/2014 between the hours of 10:00 – 16:00. A temporary traffic diversion (see attached) will be in place throughout this time, and local access only will be allowed from Korumburra South Road. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
Advertisements must be received at The Star by Friday 12 noon *The Star reserves the right to refuse any advertisement PRIVATE ADVERTISEMENTS ONLY - NO BUSINESSES Max. 2 advs. per week - Single phone number for contact NOTE: No advertisements for animals, birds or fish accepted
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SOUTH GIPPSLAND WATER NOTICE TO ALL CUSTOMERS ANNUAL TARIFFS 2014-2015 South Gippsland Water would like to advise customers of the new annual tariffs. WATER SERVICE CHARGE: Korumburra, Loch, Nyora, Poowong, Leongatha, Koonwarra, Meeniyan, Dumbalk, Foster, Fish Creek, Toora, Port Franklin, Welshpool, Port Welshpool, Port Albert, Alberton, Yarram & Devon North. Annual Tariff Tariff Per Account General Tariff $287.25 $95.75 Vacant Land $287.25 $95.75 Agreements $258.75 $86.25 Concessional $230.55 $76.85 WATER SERVICE CHARGE: Wonthaggi, Inverloch & Cape Paterson. Annual Tariff Tariff Per Account General Tariff $312.60 $104.20 Vacant Land $312.60 $104.20 Agreements $278.25 $92.75 Concessional $230.55 $76.85 WATER VOLUMETRIC CHARGE: All areas. To be charged from January 2015 bill onwards. $1.71 cents per kilolitre (1,000 litres). WASTE WATER SERVICE CHARGE: All serviced areas. Annual Tariff General Tariff $446.10 Vacant Land $253.20
Tariff Per Account $148.70 $84.40
Accounts are due: 30th September, 31st January & 31st May each year. If you would like more information, please contact our Customer Service Team on 1300 851 636 or 5682 0444 Fax: 5682 1199 Email: sgwater@sgwater.com.au www.sgwater.com.au
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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.
Panorama Estate Stage 7, Carr Street Leongatha PS714777C as from 21st May 2014
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On 23 June 2014 our board resolved to make a new by law that aims to protect waterways by ensuring works or activities do not adversely impact the health of waterways. The notice below is the statutory notice we are required to give. More information about this new by law is available at www.wgcma.vic.gov.au. By resolution of 23 June 2014 the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority under section 287ZC of the Water Act 1989 made By-Law NO. 3 Waterways Protection 2014. The purpose of the by-law is to make provision for – a. b. c.
the control, management and authorisation of works and activities in, under, on or over designated waterways and designated works; the protection and care of designated waterways and designated land or works; conservation and preservation of flora, fauna and habitat in designated waterways and designated land or works.
The by-law is made using the Waterways Protection Model Bylaw made by the Minister for Water under section 287ZB of the Water Act 1989 on 20 February 2014. A copy of the by-law is available at www.wgcma.vic.gov.au A copy is also available for inspection during the ordinary business hours of WGCMA, free of charge, at 16 Hotham St, Traralgon.
A copy of the by-law is able to be purchased, on demand, at the offices of WGCMA during ordinary business hours. ZO450939
PO Box 1374, Traralgon VIC 3844 I 1300 094 262 I westgippy@wgcma.vic.gov.au I www.wgcma.vic.gov.au
UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited, community service agency. The agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged. UnitingCare Gippsland has the following vacancy based in Leongatha:
Philippe du Plessis Managing Director
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Rural Access Primary Health Services Program Counsellor (Part Time) Closing date 11th July, 2014
South Gippsland Shire Council
Community Support Workers Casual positions $28.67-$30.30 per hour + super Korumburra and Mirboo North areas only Minimum completion or studying Certificate III in Home & Community Care or equivalent
Further information is available at: www.ucgipps.org.au or call Pam Porter on 5152 9600 UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and well-being of children and young people.
Enquiries to: Client Services Team Leaders on (03) 5662 9200.
Bush Reserves & Roadside Weed Control Officer Casual position $27.78 per hour + super Undertake natural reserves maintenance & weed control works on Council’s roadsides
Applications close Wednesday 16 July 2014.
Water Act 1989 - Waterways Protection 2014
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DECLARATION OF SERVICED AREAS
Enquiries to: Chris Rankin, Biodiversity Officer on (03) 5662 9200.
Notice of Making By-Law Number 3
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All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Please refer to our website www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au for further information and a position description.
www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au
JOB SHADOW DAY Are you in receipt of a Disability Support Pension? Do you have a diagnosed disability, injury or health condition? Are you keen to work? Are you keen to gain an insight into a particular job or professional field? Do you want to learn more about employer’s expectations? Would you like to identify and explore employment opportunities in your community? If you answered ‘YES’ to one or more of these questions you may like to register for Gippsland’s Job Shadow Day which is being held on September 17, 2014. Work Solutions Gippsland will match you to an appropriate employer for the day, where you will have the opportunity to explore the world of work by ‘shadowing’ someone in their workplace as they go about their normal working day. If you would like to register an ‘expression of interest’ please contact: Robyn on 1300 974 669 or email robyns@wsgipps.com.au
PLANNED ACTIVITY GROUP CO-ORDINATOR Part Time Limited Tenure (4 months) 0.8 EFT (4 days per week) Gippsland Southern Health Service invites applications for the position of Planned Activity Group Co-ordinator. The role has responsibility for the co-ordination of our extensive Planned Activity Groups and Disability programs. This position reports directly to the Director of Community Services. Applicants should have a relevant post-secondary qualification and experience in a health related field. Applicants should have sound communication, organisational and team work skills with the ability to administer complex workloads. It is essential that applicants have excellent skills in information technology, data collection / analysis, and have established or emerging skills in managing a diverse range of staff. The successful applicant will be responsible for: • Program development and maintenance • Liaison with carers, clients, government and non government agencies • Investigating funding opportunities • Setting and operating within the programs’ budgets 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 staff. All applicants will be required to supply a current satisfactory police check. For further enquiries for this position please contact Brendan Kellow on 5667 5503. Application kits and the position description can be downloaded from our website www.gshs.com.au. Applications close Friday 11th July 2014 and addressed to: Brendan Kellow Acting HR Manager Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 Leongatha 3953
DIRECT CARE WORKER • Work around Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Phillip Island • Casual Positions • Work Within Your Local Area mecwacare has provided care to the community for over 50 years, offering residential aged care, community care, respite care, in-home care and support, disability and nursing services, providing optimal choice for people of all ages. We care for over 10,000 people each week across greater Melbourne through an integrated service network operated by more than 1000 employees and 250 volunteers. We currently have work available across Bass Coast around Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Phillip Island and Lang Lang. Responsibilities include providing domestic cleaning and support, shopping and transport of clients, respite and personal care. As a direct care worker you will be enthusiastic, energetic and client focused as well as being flexible and willing to travel to clients homes. We are seeking self motivated individuals who are able to work independently and contribute to a cohesive team environment. In addition to the above applicants must possess: • A caring and reliable attitude; • A roadworthy vehicle and current drivers licence; • Current First Aid registration; • Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Home and Community Care or Disability or • You are currently studying Allied Health, Nursing or Health Science. • A working with children card if you want to work with children. • Ability to speak a second language will be highly regarded. Please email your application outlining skills and experience to recruitment@mecwacare.org.au Applications close 11 July 2014.
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Our busy workshop on Phillip Island is looking for a
Ian Symonds & Associates
FULLY QUALIFIED MECHANIC
- Legal Practitioners -
The successful applicant should have a good eye for detail, good diagnostic/problem solving skills and a strong work ethic. This position is full time, you will be required to carry out workshop repairs and RACV patrol work. We offer above award wages. Please call 5952 2059 or email resumé to: ctcc@waterfront.net.au
LEGAL SECRETARY PERMANENT PART TIME POSITION AVAILABLE Legal experience required in conveyancing, wills, estates and leases. Please send all resumés via email to: contactus@iansymonds.com.au Applications close 7th July 2014
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STORE MANAGER needed - Subway Leongatha • • • •
Must have 2 years fast food experience Understand the QSR business Have own transport A permanent resident of Australia Please contact Rhonda Gregg Please send all resumés to gippslandam@subwayadmin.com.au Or phone 0422 285 588
Boilermaker / Welder Storr Transport P/L is a family owned and operated business specialising in local and interstate livestock cartage. We are seeking full time, part time & casual Livestock Truck Drivers to join our busy team. The successful applicant must have a Heavy Rigid Licence, Heavy Combination or Multi Combination licence and livestock handling experience is essential. Written applications stating previous experience need to be addressed or emailed to: Storr Transport P/L P.O. Box 25 Toora Vic , 3962 Applications close 7th July 2014 For further details please email: storr.transport@bigpond.com
COUNTRY HOTEL SEEKING AN INNOVATIVE
SOUS CHEF South Gippsland country hotel seeking an innovative sous chef with imagination and flair. The right person will be responsible for the development of a unique menu one that will suit locals as well as weekend guests seeking variety and good quality pub food. The kitchen accommodates one apprentice chef and two kitchen hands producing meals for up to 200 patrons. Weekday demand can be less but a strong function facility also exists. The proprietors of the hotel wish the menu to be developed to highlight local produce and reflect the local ambiance of the area. If you are a self-motivated chef waiting for an opportunity to show case your skills then apply for this sea change position. Become a vital part of the culinary life within a vibrant community, which is ready for a chef who can integrate their ideas and motivate eager staff to produce food that is traditional but with your individual signature branding. We pride ourselves for appreciating talented people. If you are interested please send me an email tarwinhotel@gmail.com and we can arrange a time to discuss.
UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited, community service agency. The agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged.
EXCITING LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES A recent restructure within our organisation has created the following opportunities for ongoing employment within our Executive Team across the Gippsland region.
Coordinator Customer Services (1.0 EFT) Coordinator Strategic Development (0.6 EFT) Coordinator Learning and Development (0.6 EFT) The above roles can be based in Sale, Leongatha or Bairnsdale with requirement to travel across the region.
Financial Controller (1.0 EFT) Practice Leader Community Development (1.0 EFT) Practice Leader Age and Disability (0.8 EFT) The above roles are based across Sale and Bairnsdale
Practice Leader Integrated Intake and Case Management (1.0 EFT) Based in Sale For further information regarding the above positions please visit: www.ucgipps.org.au or call Pam Porter on 5152 9600 UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and well-being of children and young people.
Hico requires the services of a
WEIGH STATION AND SAMPLE PREPARATION OPERATOR to join the team based at Korumburra on a Permanent Part Time basis Duties will include washing Herd test and Lab equipment, weighing milk samples, preparing samples for milk pregnancy testing and preparing equipment for delivery. The successful applicant will need to be able to work Monday to Thursday, and have a current Victorian Driver’s Licence. A full job description is available from 33 Station Street, Korumbura 3950 or by phoning 5658 1311. Applications should be forwarded to the above or by emailing Neil Odgers nodgers@hico.com.au by Friday the 11th of July 2014
agistment AGISTMENT or lease, 100 acres, Fish Creek, available August. Ph: 0438-350616.
Burra Sheetmetal Pty Ltd, a part of the world leading air movement specialists Elta Group Asia Pacific, requires the services of a Boiler Maker / Welder in our busy and expanding Korumburra workshop. Trade qualifications and or experience whilst not essential would be an advantage, as the successful applicants will need to have the ability to work unsupervised and in a team and be able to read shop drawings to manufacture a large and varied quantity of parts. Above award wages will be offered and overtime is offered when available. This will be a pathway to an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for the right applicant. Written applications close 11/07/14 Burra Sheetmetal Pty Ltd Ph: 5658 1030 PO Box 111 Korumburra 3950
accommodation WANTED mature age male seeking low cost accommodation, caretaker position, in rural area preferred. Ex. refs. Call Rob 0412-352064.
for lease FARM LEASE approx 210 acres, dairy cattle only. 5663-5286.
situations vacant SEEKING A BALANCED WORK LIFE? Distribute catalogues close to home. Flexible hrs - up to $150/wk Call: 1300 663 161 www.pennymiller.com.au
TELE MARKETING POSITION WORK FROM HOME $500 pw, plus bonus Please contact Mike 0408 440 346
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BEAUTY THERAPIST LEONGATHA The Leongatha Terry White Chemist is seeking a motivated and passionate part time Beauty Therapist to join its team. The successful candidate will be fully competent with skin care, waxing, meeting the beauty needs of our customers and have a strong sales focus. This role would see you building and maintaining a loyal client base through highly developed people skills and the desire to drive the business to the next level. If you are customer service focused, have a professional approach and exceptional references, please contact the chemist on 5662 2183 to arrange a copy of the position description, prior to sending your resumé and covering letter outlining your previous experience, current certificates and how you would meet the criteria within the position description. THIS IS A PERMANENT PART TIME POSITION Applications close July 11
Birralee Childcare Centre Birralee is a 45 place not-for-profit Community Childcare Co-Operative in the township of Korumburra. The Centre is a valued local employer that places a strong emphasis on high quality educational care. The parent Committee of Management is seeking to employ suitably qualified educators to join the team at Birralee.
SIX MONTH FIXED TERM POSITION Certificate 3 Level Qualification - Assistant (5 days - Full Time) CASUAL POSITIONS - ASSISTANT Certificate 3 Level Qualification CASUAL POSITIONS - ROOM LEADER Diploma Level Qualification It is essential that applicants possess the necessary Children’s Services qualifications and agree to undertake the required regulatory checks. Applicants should also have relevant experience. For further information and to obtain a full position description please phone the Centre's Coordinator, Claire Anderson on 5655 2121 or email birralee@sympac.com.au Applications close 5pm Monday 7th July 2014.
Environmental Water Officer Full Time Traralgon or Leongatha West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority seeks to employ an Environmental Water Officer to join our team. The WGCMA is committed to providing an encouraging work environment that actively supports personal and professional development. The Environmental Water Officer will work with government agencies, water users, environmental advocates and the community to achieve an equitable balance between consumptive water use and the environmental health of rivers, wetlands, estuaries and aquifers. This will be achieved by initiating and managing projects, and participating in processes, related to the allocation and management of surface and ground water. A major focus of this role is to plan for and coordinate the delivery of environmental water from environmental entitlements held in the West Gippsland Region, in collaboration with the Victorian Environmental Water Holder. The successful applicant will have extensive relevant project management experience and will be required to consult with and report to a range of internal and external stakeholders. The remuneration range is $69,539 - $100,774 which includes 9.25% superannuation. A copy of the Position Description can be obtained via our website www.wgcma.vic.gov.au or by emailing reception@wgcma.vic.gov.au with the job title in the email’s subject line. Applicants should address the Key Selection Criteria, demonstrating their ability to undertake the role. For further information about the role please contact Eleisha Keogh, Water Team Leader on 1300 094 262 or via email eleishak@wgcma.vic.gov.au Applications addressing the Key Selection Criteria should be marked ‘Application: Environmental Water Officer’ sent c/o Organisational Development and Support Coordinator amiet@wgcma.vic.gov.au and must be received by 12.00pm on Friday 11th July. Martin Fuller Chief Executive Officer
Correspondence PO Box 1374, Traralgon VIC 3844 Telephone 1300 094 262 Facsimile (03) 5175 7899 Email westgippy@wgcma.vic.gov.au Web www.wgcma.vic.gov.au
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BABY and toddler items. Cot and mattress $200, Baby Bjorn baby carrier $100, mattress rails $50, small beach tent $15. 5674-2747.
FENDT VARIO 924, MFWD, 240hp, 540 PTO, 650 duals, 3PL, 3713 hrs, tidy machine, field ready, $121,000 ONO. 0488300029, 0417-857868.
FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.
GREY FERGY TEA20, in good condition, with roll bar $2,500 ONO. Ph: 56822320 or 0409-822957.
FIREWOOD Local messmate / stringy / bluegum. Cut, split and dry.$100 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187. HAY: small squares, excellent quality, shedded, suitable for horses. New season, $10 each. Can deliver, conditions apply. 5664-1320. HAY small squares, current season, shedded at Ruby. Small lots fine, $6/bale. Carrick Barter 0427795330. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662. SOFA BED, tapestry cover, excellent condition, $240 ONO. 5662-3278. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
meetings KORUMBURRA SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB
AGM THURSDAY, JULY 17 1pm AT SENIORS HALL All welcome Contact Joy Anderson (Pres) 5655 1143
LEONGATHA SENIOR CITIZENS CENTRE INC (A0033361X)
AGM
Friday, July 25 1pm at the DAKERS CENTRE 23 Smith Street Leongatha All members welcome
used vehicles
CHAINSAWS
Affordable cars at drive away prices
We stock the largest range of chainsaws in South Gippsland, including - Stihl, McCulloch and Husqvarna
SG CHEAPEST CARS
from $199
Geary Road Leongatha
Professional repairs and services to all makes of chainsaws. We also have a large range of secondhand chainsaws available.
LMCT 10804
Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay. All on road costs paid.
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MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT
Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, LEONGATHA Ph: 5662 2028 L.M.C.T. 2714
livestock DORPER RAM purebred, white, 2-3 years old, $150. 0418-816338.
GARAGE SALE The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our
$27.50 GARAGE SALE KIT KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00) • 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag
Total package valued at $41 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classifieds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement
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 TOYOTA HI-LUX, 2000, dual cab, 4x4, WZX634, 300,000km, VGC, lots of extras, $14,000 ONO. Ph: 0407-630813.
wanted CARAVANS for wrecking. Ph: 5664-4423 AH.
work wanted FULLY Qualified Painter. No job too small. Good rates. Call Drew on 56624238 or 0418-517443.
marriage celebrant CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191
Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com
in memoriam
TOOTELL - Heath
19.4.87 to 4.7.09 5 years have passed. We thought of you with love today. But that’s nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. We often speak your name, Now all we have are memories And your picture in a frame. Love always Mum and your step dad Jock
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deaths BOLGE Armando Domenico. Vedelago, Italy 4.8.1926 Leongatha 29.6.2014 Loved husband, father and Nonno to: Amelia; John and Lina; Damian, Christopher, Claire, Anita and Jeremy; Sue, David, Grace, and Max Rounds; Tony, Desley, Talya and Asher; Greg, Virginia, Sophie, Jordan and Abby; Tim, Kirsty, Xavier, Issac, Jacob and Oliver; Ursula, Adam, Declan, and Amelia Ramage. Loved son and brother to Eliseo, Ida, Adelmo (all dec), Mario, Lina, Lidia, Piergiorgio, Renato and their families. BOLGE - Armando. Beloved brother of Piergiorgio (Peter), brotherin-law to Guilia. Passed away peacefully at home. You were my mentor when I first arrived in Australia, and our best friend. You will be sadly missed, never forgotten and forever in our hearts. Rest in peace dear brother. BOLGE - Armando. Uncle Armando, You were always a constant in our lives and we loved and respected you very much Uncle. In God’s care and our hearts always from Robert, Sandra and families. COLLIER (nee McCullough) - June Laurie. 24.03.1927 - 25.06.2014 Late of Loch and Koorooman House, Leongatha. A loving wife of Bill (dec). Much loved mother and mother-in-law to Judy and Ray, Margaret and Daryl, Mark and Lyn, Richard and Kaylene, and their families. With Bill at last. Rest peacefully Mum. COLLIER - June. 24.3.1927 - 25.6.2014 Thank you Mum for all the memories you have left us with, your sense of humour, your kindness to others and loyalty to those you loved. You always looked on the bright side of life. Rest peacefully. Judy, Ray, John, De, Rob, Jo, Jayden and Mackinley. Many thanks to the staff at Koorooman for all the care they have given Mum in her final years.
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FINDLAY - Mabel Kate (nee Fuller). Passed away peacefully at Woorayl Lodge, Leongatha on June 27, 2014. Aged 95 years. Loving wife of Jock (dec). Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Robert and Ruth, David and Maureen, Keith and Kay, Evonne and John, Toots and Glenn and also expanded family, Hupi and Willie Deenan. Adored Nanna of 18 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren. Reunited with Dad. Forever in our hearts.
FLEMING Douglas Wilfred (Doug). Passed away peacefully at Wonthaggi Hospital June 22, 2014. Aged 61 years. Late of Melbourne and Leongatha.
FINDLAY - Mabel Kate. Loved Mum and Nanna of Robert, Ruth, Deb, Donna, Judy, Cheryl and families. Resting peacefully.
LESLIE - Robert Henry (Bob). Passed away peacefully at Koorooman House, Leongatha on June 26, 2014. Loved husband of Yvonne (dec) for 59 wonderful years. Adored big brother of Pat and Hazel, devoted father to Ross (dec), David and Andrea, and cherished father-in-law to Fiona and Colin. A gentle and caring grandfather to Stephanie, John, Kate, Luke and Genevieve.
FINDLAY - Mabel Kate. You never failed to do your best, your heart was true and tender. You simply lived for those you loved, and those you loved remember. Dearly loved mother of Keith, Kay. Loved nan of Anthony, Michael, Tania, Jaqui, Garren. Great nan to Ella, Joel, Mackenzie, Jaime, Jazmine, Ebony, Levi. Mabel Kate shut the gate. FINDLAY - Mabel. Nanna, it is with a heavy heart we say goodbye to you. Lots of love Anthony, Ella, Jaime and Levi. FINDLAY - Mabel Kate. 10.06.1919 - 17.06.2014 My dear Mum Fin. You were MUM to so many. I was privileged to be one of those you took under your wing. Fondest memories - I will miss you. Rhonda D. FINDLAY - Mabel Kate. 10.06.1919 - 17.06.2014 Mrs Fin you provided meals for Jock’s drivers no matter what time of the day or night. We couldn’t have done it without you. Great memories. Bruce Pearce. FINDLAY - Mabel. There is a place in our hearts that is yours alone, A part of our life so many loved and owned. Special family, “much” loved. Charlie, Pauline, AnneMaree, Charles Jnr (dec), Karl, and families. FINDLAY - Mabel Kate. An exceptional lady of generosity and dignity with room in her heart for us all. Trevor and Cherie Smirl. Brae, Ashley and Lachlan, and families. “We will always set a place for you at Christmas.” FLEMING Douglas (Doug) Wilfred. Loved second son of Edna (dec) and Alfred (dec) (Snow). Brother to Ronald (dec), Simon, John, Gavan / Daryl, Peter / Anne, Bruce, Trevor. Father to Katy and Lucy. Uncle to Ben, Shannon and Monica. You and me against the world. Babysitters won’t be the same. Love Monica.
Loved dad of Kate and Lucy. GOVERS (nee Franssen) - Erna. 21.1.1923 - 24.06.2014 Beautiful mother to Fons, Oma to Cathy, Adam, Carly, Kate, Hayden, Lissa, Luke and Grand Oma to Liam. Always and forever in our hearts.
Sincere thanks to the compassionate staff at Gippsland Southern Health Services. May he rest in peace. Love always. SHEA - Majella Laura. 10.11.1958 - 25.06.2014 Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Loved daughter of Bill (dec) and Roma. Treasured sister of Hagan, Amanda, Kerwin and Damian. Sister-in-law of Laddie and Jen. Good friend and aunty to Bel, BJ, On, Em, Jess, Rach and Coops. Now at peace.
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BOLGE - The Funeral Mass for the Repose of the Soul of the late Mr Armando Domenico Bolge will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Ogilvy Street, Leongatha on Monday, July 7, 2014 following Rosary which will commence at 10.30am. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.
FLEMING - The Funeral Service for the late Mr Douglas Wilfred (Doug) Fleming will be held at St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Peart Street, Leongatha on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 commencing at 2pm. Private cremation.
No flowers by request please, donations in lieu to Gippsland Southern Health Service, Palliative Care Services or the Leukaemia Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the service.
LESLIE - The Funeral Service to celebrate the life of Mr Robert Henry (Bob) Leslie will be held at the Dakers Centre, corner of Smith and Watt Streets, Leongatha on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 commencing at 1pm. Private cremation. No flowers please, donations in lieu may be made to the Heart Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the service.
COLLIER - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs June Laurie Collier will be held at the Uniting Church, Loch on Friday, July 4, 2014 commencing at 11am. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Nyora Cemetery.
FINDLAY - A Thanksgiving Service for Mrs Mabel Kate Findlay will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Leongatha on Friday, July 4, 2014 commencing at 2pm. A private interment will precede the above service.
SHEA - A Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Majella Laura Shea will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Leongatha on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 commencing at 11am. At the conclusion of Mass the service will proceed to the Leongatha Cemetery for burial. Rosary will be recited at the above church on Monday evening, June 30, 2014 at 7.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ovarian Cancer Australia. Envelopes will be available at the service.
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Forever in our hearts. SHEA - Majella. On June 25, 2014. Much cherished friend of Geoff, Lynne, Emily, Eliza, Nigel and Lucy. Rest peacefully Majella, we shall miss you.
bereavement thanks STEELE - Alan. We would like to thank Paul Beck, family and friends for kind wishes, cards and support on the loss of our loved husband and father. Pam Steele, Laura, Adam, Jake, Seth. Carly, Chris and Tilly.
Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors Caring for our Community, personal dignified service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Office and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION
Catch Kutcha RENOWNED Aboriginal musician Kutcha Edwards will perform at Wonthaggi Library on Wednesday, July 9 as part of celebrations for NAIDOC Week 2014.
The free event, organised in partnership with Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation Wonthaggi, is open to everyone. “The event is about coming together, sharing our culture and breaking down those boundaries,” said Sonia Weston, business manager at Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation, Wonthaggi. “There will also be special traditional activities happening in the library on the day, like boomerang making, dance and yarning up for men and basket weaving, dance and beading for women.”
The celebration will be held from 12.30pm–3pm. No bookings required. For further information call 5672 1875.
Famed musician: meet performer Kutcha Edwards at Wonthaggi Library on July 9.
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Sport strikes the spot STUDENTS from primary schools across the Woorayl and Central districts gathered at Mary MacKillop Regional Catholic College last Tuesday to take part
in the Lightning Premiership. Students played football, netball or soccer on the day. In the finals, Mirboo North Primary School won the girl’s netball and In-
On the ball: these Foster Primary School students (l – r) Ayja Starrett, Ema and Amber Zuidema had a great day at Mary MacKillop last Tuesday, with a full day of netball competition.
verloch/Kongwak Primary School won the boys/mixed netball. Korumburra primary school won the football and Inverloch/Kongwak Primary School took home the trophy for soccer.
The other football: from left Inverloch/Kongwak Primary School students Oliver Schmidt, Eamonn Toomey, Tristan Donahue and Tristan Thomas were ready to take the field last Tuesday for a game of soccer.
Netballers: from left Taleesha Kelly, Belle Grabham, Zoe Patterson, Ellie Newton and Annie Osborne from Korumburra Primary School showed off their defensive skills last Tuesday during their games in the lightning premiership.
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
2 WED
3 THUR
4 FRI
5 SAT
6 SUN
7 MON
8 TUE
height (metres)
0244 0842 1530 2117
1.44 0.44 1.65 0.64
0323 0916 1600 2154
1.44 0.48 1.64 0.61
0401 0950 1631 2229
1.43 0.53 1.62 0.58
0442 1024 1704 2303
1.42 0.58 1.59 0.56
0526 1100 1740 2337
1.40 0.64 1.55 0.54
0615 1140 1817
1.39 0.71 1.51
0015 0709 1223 1900
0.51 1.38 0.78 1.46
All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM
Junior squad: Leongatha Primary School footballers from left, Brock Pollard, Colby Michael, Daniel Sturtevant, Kyah Clarkson were in the spirit of the game last Tuesday, keen to take the field and kick a few goals.
Aussie rules: the Waratah Cluster of Schools footballers (from left) Lachlan Gale (Fish Creek), Angus Harding (Fish Creek), Kairon Dorling (Fish Creek), Stuart Bright (Tarwin Valley) and Hughie Elliott (Tarwin Lower) were excited about their next match.
South Gippsland Midweek Ladies’ Tennis THE Autumn season of midweek ladies’ tennis unfortunately finished with a washout of the grand finals on two consecutive Tuesdays. The top team in each section will be awarded the premiership. Section 1: Premiers Phillip Island, Runners Up – Inverloch Silver; Section 2: Premiers – Foster, Runners Up – Wonthaggi Chooks; Section 3; Premiers – Inverloch Blue, Runners Up – Nyora; Section 4; Premiers – Phillip Island Blue, Runners Up – Leongatha. The Spring season begins July 22. Anyone interested in playing a game is asked to contact their local club.
Ladders Section 1
Phillip Island........................57.0 Inverloch Silver ...................55.0 Leongatha ............................49.5 Inverloch Gold.....................35.5 Wonthaggi .............................28.0
Section 2
Foster....................................68.0 Wonthaggi Chooks ..............58.0 Bena ..............................104 45.0 Wonthaggi Owls ............97 45.0 Wonthaggi Swans..................43.0 Korumburra ...........................39.0 Phillip Island ...................76 31.0 Inverloch ........................68 31.0
Section 3
Inverloch Blue .....................68.5 Nyora ....................................57.0 Inverloch Yellow ..................47.0 Wonthaggi ......................93 43.0 Grantville ........................88 43.0 Foster.....................................36.0 Inverloch Pink .......................33.5 Fish Creek .............................32.0
Section 4
Phillip Island Blue ...............65.0 Korumburra Belles .............47.5 Leongatha ............................38.5 Phillip Island Red................31.0
Foster Section 2: premiers in the South Gippsland Midweek Ladies Tennis Association Autumn 2014 competition, from left, Kate Prain,Wendy Appleyard, Thelma Woods, Julie Park. Absent:Merle Barham.
Inverloch Tennis Club night tennis Grand Final winners: from left, Team Eight, Allan Mann, Joel Chapman, Kaylene Chapman and Michelle Krohn lost to Team One, Sharon Clements, Meagan Harris, Jo Van der Pligt and Dudley Bulbulian, four sets to one, 26 to 14 games. The standard was extremely high considering the cold, windy weather. The next comp begin at the end of July. Enquiries to Phillipe 0429002219.
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Mirboo North unite to send Knights home in the dark THE Leongatha Knights came to its cross town rivals confident that it could once again snatch the win as it did in the first round of the year.
However, with the heavens opening and rain pouring down, Mirboo North quietly prepared to show why they too were confident. Missing several key players Mirboo North had a completely new look lineup as several players were forced into new roles and finding new parts of their game. Fortunately, the return of star keeper Maddi Pappa
buoyed the spirits of Mirboo North as it took to the field. Early signs were worrying for the home side as they struggled to acclimatise to the conditions and Leongatha had early control of the ball. Using speed and strength on the ball, Leongatha was able to score early as the rain continued. When the whistle blew again, though, the game had completely shifted in momentum. Mirboo North found a new gear as it stepped up in all facets of the game. Liam Swallow, as captain, began to run harder, make passes, demand more from his players and began
to dominate the play himself. Jacob Forbes pushed himself onto the game and used his physical advantage to play on the ball showing wisdom beyond his years, whilst Jason Pickett burst onto the scene, becoming a driving force from defence. The dominance in play soon followed to a free kick in a very promising position for Mirboo North. Captain Liam Swallow drove the ball towards goal which seemed to be a missed chance as the ball hit the post. However, new star Tom Joustra showed his gaming smarts by pouncing on the open ball as he left his defenders behind and scored
his first goal for the year. In style, Joustra and Swallow slid to the corner post to celebrate. The half time whistle blew as the Mirboo North players went in with their heads held high and ready to continue that attack. The second half began but it seemed the conditions had started to take their toll on the pitch as the ball constantly stopped and dropped due to large puddles forming. Seemingly though, it was the home side which changed their game suitably as their dominance from the first half continued. Maddi Brooks played easily her best game as she continued to dominate in her defence
Footwork: Mirboo North’s Luke Murphy and Leongatha’s Jerym McKenzie confront one another.
as well as John Smith finding a new turn of speed, constantly thwarting the Leongatha attacks. A momentary lapse in Mirboo North’s defence led to Leongatha scoring its second goal of the game and they took the lead again. The play resumed and the duel had become fiercer as both teams obviously smelt victory was possible. Almost predictably though, it was Mirboo North’s senior players who stepped up, with Swallow, Joustra, and Noah McColl combining to lead to an equalising goal for McColl. Again the pace of the day stepped up despite worsening conditions with Maddi Phillips-Flower us-
Striker: Mirboo North Under 16 Ethan Bath shoots.
South Gippsland Winter Darts Round 10 results Welshpool Hotel defeated Toora RSL Diggers 9-2: Kris Benton 174, 100; Rob Lewis 140, 100, 100; Justin Barron 136, 123, 121; Taylor (Beefy) Reid 100, Brett Garrow 100 (Welshpool Hotel). Rod Coughran-Lane 132, Barry Horner 120 (Toora RSL Diggers). Meeniyan 1 defeated Meeniyan Leftovers 9-2: Rob Brash 125, Pete
Hulshof 100, Henrey Logan 140, 100; Rob Logan 121, Neil Arthur 100, 100; Bernie Logan 100, Meeniyan 1, Len Sellings 100 (Meeniyan Leftovers). Foster KAPOW Hotel defeated Toora Hotel 8-3: Ben Dash 140, Matt Downing 100, Kane Esler 100, Buster 100, Ian Downing 100 (Foster KAPOW Hotel). Ian Lucky Luxford 140, 125, 100, 100; Brad McGraph 125, Danny Jenkins 140 (Toora Hotel).
Meeniyan Bandits defeated Wilson Prom Motel 6-5: Colin Young 120, John Snow 100 (Meeniyan Bandits). Baden Williams 100, 100; Karen Jones 102 (Wilsons Prom Motel). Fish Creek Hotel defeated Foster Pirates 6-5: Dezza 180, 140; Fritz 121, Geoff Buckland 105 (Fish Creek Hotel) Neil Coates 100, 100; Pete Write 125 (Foster Pirates). Highest finish this
week was Barry Horner, Toora RSL Diggers, with a 65 peg-out. Highest score this week Kris Benton (Welshpool Hotel) with 174. Well done Dezza from Fish Creek Hotel with a throw of 180. We had our singles night last week so thank you to Fish Creek Hotel for hosting the event. Winner of the night was Rob Welsh from Meeniyan Leftovers and the runnerup was Greg Stewart, Too-
ing her pace to cut up the Leongatha defence leading to a penalty. Seemingly set for another goal, the Leongatha keeper managed an amazing save to keep the game alive as both teams were still in the hunt for the game. However, it wasn’t long until Mirboo North scored the winner off a wonder strike from Daniel Tree, which baffled both team mates and rivals with the precision and power with which he shot the ball. The last few minutes were intense with a great press from Leongatha as they pushed hard for an equalizing goal but Mirboo North managed to hang on for its first win of the sea-
ra Hotel. Greg Stewart threw a 180 on the night. We had our half year raffle for the Poker Dart Boards which raised $115. Thanks Fritz for organizing the boards. There were two winners: Justin Barron, Welshpool Hotel and Clint Morten (Wilson Prom Motel). The game that starts and ends with a handshake
son, with the whole team, coach included, amassed into a group huddle to celebrate. Mirboo North United 3 defeated Leongatha Knights FC 2. Best Players: The Whole Team. Goals: Tom Jousta, Noah McColl, Daniel Tree. Due to poor match conditions all games were cancelled after the under 16’s game. In earlier play the Under 9’s braved the elements and turned up in great numbers, all 15 of them. The thermometer read 7 degrees. The wind was whipping around and the rain only varied between heavy and light. The pitch itself was a challenge being nearly completely water logged. Our boys slogged on and after conceding early they knuckled down as usual. Ollie Buckley and Luke Murphy led from the front with repeat attacks. James Heneghan tackled strongly, slid a couple of times and then scored a great goal. Eli Smith was the kid with the dirtiest, wettest jumper of all, as usual. Great credit to these young fellas and their parents. This was real winter so to be there at all was a challenge.
Sth Gipps Winter Darts Ladders Team Welshpool Pub Meeniyan No 1 Foster Pirates Toora Pub Foster Pub Meeniyan Leftovers Wilsons Prom Motel Meeniyan Bandits Toora RSL Diggers Fishy Pub
Wins Losses Points % 82 81 63 56 64 46 44 39 39 39
• Leongatha Gymnastics
Beaming gymnasts ON Sunday, June 22 eight gymnasts from Leongatha Gymnastics Club competed in Ulinga fun competition in Traralgon. This was the first competition for many of the gymnasts and all did extremely well. It was a tough competition with clubs from all over Gippsland. Well done to the gymnasts and their coaches.
Above, Beaming: from left, India, Sharni, Prue and Zalia with coach Tegan Left, Fun gymnastics: from left, Jessie, Louisa, Tori and Tynisha with coach Tegan
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10 9 6 6 5 3 3 3 3 2
74.55 73.64 57.27 50.91 58.18 41.82 40.00 35.45 35.45 35.45
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SPORT | GOLF Leongatha TUESDAY’S competition was cancelled due to wet weather, but the course had made a remarkable recovery and was in top condition for Saturday’s Par event. Denis McDonald (13) had an excellent round to win A Grade and the Super Comp with +1. B Grade was taken out by Merv Stubbs (19) with a score of -1. NTP’s were Ian Murchie on the fourth hole, Dylan McMeekin on the seventh, Barry Attwood on the 14th and Trevor Rickard on the 16th. DTL Balls : Barry Attwood, Trevor Rickard, Nev Toms, Geoff McDonald, Peter Jaspers, Ron Findlay, Sam Hughes, Bryan McCorkell, Fred Debono and Peter Stivic. A small field took part in a Stableford competition on Thursday with Russell Williams taking the honours with 36 points. NTP’s were Barry Attwood on the fourth hole, Chris Leaver on the seventh, Russell Williams on the 14th and Ian Murchie on the 16th. DTL Balls: Andy Bassett, Jon Smith, Peter Cannon and Chris Leaver. Next Saturday is Medal day and the fifth round of the McMicking plate. Ladies golf: Results for Saturday, June 28: Winner: Rebecca Wilson -4. Down the line ball: Coral Gray -6.
Korumburra THERE were 34 players on Saturday, June 28 for the 4BBB stableford competition sponsored by Paul and Wally Hopkins. A Grade: G. Bull (17 hcp), S. Rose (6 hcp) 42 pts; N. Perks, S. Rose 41 pts. B Grade: I. Gibson (15 hcp), G. Jones (14 hcp) 46 pts; D. Hislop, R. Newton 42 pts; G. Wilson, N. Spargo 42 pts. Miss out on 41 R. Hornibrook and R. Besley. Nearest the pin: 1st B. Newton, 7th R. Besley, 10th
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L. Sharp, 13th G. Jones. There was no competition on Tuesday, Thursday’s winner was T. O’Neill 39 pts.
Korumburra ladies UNFORTUNATELY, the wet weather discouraged any girls from playing on both Wednesday and Saturday. Our new sponsor in Lucy May’s had a full house for lunch on Wednesday. The June Monthly Medal was cancelled and consequently the July medal round becomes the fourth Silver Spoon Qualifying round, with the playoff rescheduled for October. Members are asked to make this change to their syllabus booklets. We’re looking forward to some warm soup after our 27 holes of Foursomes this Wednesday. Some of our women played at Warragul Country Club recently and although not bringing home the Bowl they enjoyed the course, company and are looking forward to returning. Members are also reminded to note Wednesday, August 20, in their diaries for our bus trip to Melaleuca Links at Inverloch.
Foster SOME cold and wet conditions during the week put most people off playing, but the course dried out well for weekend play, though it was still very cold and windy. With the onset of winter we are now playing preferred lies, but only on the mown fairways. This ensures maximum enjoyment of our golf even in difficult conditions. As usual a number of our retired members have already headed north for warmer climates. Tuesday and Thursday: There were no players due to the terrible weather. Friday, June 27: Lloyd McKenzie (9) got the chook with 19 pts from Bill Fuller on 18 pts. Lloyd was also nearest the pin. Saturday, June 28: A small field competed in the cold and very windy condi-
tions, but the scoring was very good. Kane Esler (22) had the day’s best round to win B Grade with a sizzling 44 pts, which included 26 pts on the second nine. A Grade was won by the consistent Dickie Knee (12) with 39 pts. Down the line balls went to Tony Vanin (5) 37 pts, Kevin Witheridge (10) 36 pts and Fred Tyers (13) 35 pts. The nearest the pins were John Mathers (2 holes), Tony Vanin (2 holes) and Fred Tyers. The encouragement award went to Trevor Jones with 25 pts. Progress in Matchplay events: The singles knockout has reached the 4th round. Matches in this round are Tony Vanin (5) v Norm Cooper (10), Pat McKay (5) v Lloyd McKenzie (9), Andrew Naylor (17) v James Freeman (6), and John Warren (19) v Scott Rathjen or Kevin Da Silveira. Frank McKenzie Trophy - Andrew Naylor defeated Norm Cooper 1 up to reach the final where he will play John Warren. Members and golfers draws: Unlucky Liz Kindellan left only 5 minutes before the members draw was called on and her name drawn out, so she missed out on the $600 available in the members draw. She had plenty of ‘friends’ who advised her of her bad luck before she even got out of the car on her way home. The draw will be $650 this week. There were ‘groans’ of disappointment also when Kevin Witheridge was drawn out for the $220 golfers Saturday draw - as Kevin unfortunately had left not long before. Fred Tyers won the card draw for the stubbies. Coming events: Thursday, July 3 - stableford. Friday, July 4 - chicken run - holes 1 to 9. Friday, June 4 - members cash draw 6.30pm to 8pm - $650. Saturday, July 5 - Medal Day - trophies from O’Connell Motors. Saturday, July 5 - golfers cash draw 5.30pm - $240. Tuesday, July 8 - stableford. The Happy Hooker
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Thursday 26th of June Competition: Stableford Day Winner: Terry Donnison (10) 36 points DTL’s: J Robbins 35 points and R Robbins 32 points Saturday 28th of June Competition: Drummond Golf Day Stableford Winner A Grade: Ian Evison (11) 39 points DTL’s: R/UP Josh Robbins 38 points, R Matthews 36 points, S Duff 36 points and G Renwick 35 points c/b. Second shot NTP first hole: Garry Shandley NTP: 4th: S Duff, 6th: R Hoskin, 13th: J Robbins and 16th: M Lont.
Wonthaggi ON Saturday we played a stroke event with a field of 66 players. A Grade winner was J. Satori 68 net, B Grade G. Linguey 69 net, C Grade P. Magnussen 71 net, D Grade R. Bolding 79 net. Balls down the line: G. Crawford 70, P. Dell 71, E. Vanagtmaal 71, J. Walker 72, D. Williams 72, A. Copeland 72, B. O’Halloran 73, K. Jamieson 73, B. Fennel 74, B. Vanagtmaal 74. Nearest the pin: 2nd P. Dell, 8th M. Scott, 13th B. O’Halloran, 17th K. Jamieson. This Saturday is monthly medal. Can I ask W. Howard, R. Hender and R. Bolding to please attend presentations as we have to present each one of you with a certificate. Great golfing and hopefully the rain will stop and we can all get a hit on Thursday and Saturday.
Woorayl SATURDAY was Monthly Medal day at Woorayl with 41 intrepid golfers braving the extreme conditions in an effort to secure the coveted mug. The daily scratch rating for the day was 74 which is the highest rating the course has ever had, reflecting how tough the conditions really
were. The course itself was in great condition, considering the weather we have had, but the gale force winds made things difficult for most players. The event was generously sponsored by Thornton’s Bakery, who have been great supporters of the club for many years. Thanks go to Darren and his team for their continued support. The A Grade winner and recipient of the mug for the month was our captain Geoff McKinnon who returned to the winners circle after a long absence with a great score in the conditions of 72 nett. B Grade was taken out by
the ever consistent, big hitting Slug Young with a handy 77 nett, backing up a recent win from a couple of weeks ago. Alistair Hillis claimed the C Grade trophy with a fantastic 74 nett, on a count back from the unfortunate Jim Newton. A great back nine score, equivalent to 34 nett, made the count back a mere formality, well done Al. Balls down the line went to Rob Gourlay 73, Zac Trease, Warren Turner, Jim Newton 74, Ross Winkler, Damian Symmons, Brian Hogan 76 and Twig Charlton 78. Nearest the pin on the eighth hole was Graeme Calder.
Least putts on a countback from Graeme Winkler was Ross Winkler with 27 putts. Great putting in the conditions. The day’s encouragement award was graciously accepted by John Bolge. Jim Newton’s syndicate won the ball raffle. Next week is the qualifying round for the A & G Wilson 4BBB board event, sponsored by Trent Walters and Tom Ryan.
Woorayl Ladies NO results this week as no play due to the great weather we are experiencing.
A true sportswoman By Sue Purser I AM delighted and feel very privileged to have had the opportunity of meeting, knowing, playing rounds of golf and interviewing Pat Dougherty.
Pat was born in Sunshine 1926 on October 5 to Augustine and Margaret Dakin. She attended Our Lady’s Catholic School in her primary years and then moved on to St. Aloysius College in North Melbourne for her high school education. At the age of 20 years Pat won the Sunshine District Ladies Singles Tennis Championship and at the age of 40 years won the Dandenong District Ladies Doubles Title. Pat then turned her hand to cricket where she represented Victoria in the State team in l950, l952 and l953. Pat married John Dougherty in 1952 on February 23 and together they raised four children. Pat and John were involved in a serious car accident which left Pat with a shoulder so badly injured that she was not able to continue with either tennis or
A true sportswoman: Pat Dougherty, approaching 88 but still winning. cricket, however, a friend suggested she try her hand at golf and so began Pat’s golfing achievements. The family moved to Hampton Park in June l965 and Pat joined the Lang Lang Golf Club in l974 where she held the role of Lady Captain from 1978 until 1981. In 1980 Pat won the Lang Lang Club Championship. In 1984 Pat’s husband received a posting to Canberra where they remained until he retired in 1990. John passed away in
1992 and Pat remained in Canberra until 2010 when she returned to Berwick where she resides today. Pat rejoined Lang Lang Golf Club in 2011 and has remained a member until announcing her retirement this week. Whilst in Canberra Pat joined the Yowani Golf Club where she won the B Grade Club Championships on three occasions. I hasten to add that Pat has never had a sporting lesson in her life! Over her sporting years Pat has endured three knee replacements and now, approaching 88 in October, she has decided her competitive days are over. Really! Playing off a handicap of 26 last week she won Division 2 with a score of 37 stableford points. Her son Terry is a keen golfer and Pat has decided she will accompany him for nine holes just to keep her eye in! Pat, the Lang Lang Golfing Members are really going to miss you, but we do wish you continued good health and please do drop in and see us all from time to time as you will always be welcome.
Ponies take to the track
On Saturday, June 21 the Stony Creek Racing Club hosted the first of two quali-
fying days for riders in the West Gippsland Zone. Grade 3 and 4 riders Maddy Chalmers from Wonthaggi Pony Club and Georgie Filippi from Bass Pony Club came equal first on the day, with Ebony Simrajh from Phillip Island Pony Club in second place. Riders from Berry’s Creek, Meeniyan and Pakenham Pony Clubs also competed on the day. The Speed to Safety program is conducted at differ-
ent racecourses across the state and is designed to train young riders how to ride to optimum times over a given distance safely. This gives riders the ability to control how fast they are travelling at a safe and balanced rhythm and speed. Riders can then apply this important skill when competing cross country or in a show jumping event where time penalties are often the difference between being placed. Riders have to ride at a
South Gippsland Bridge Club MEENIYAN, Monday evening: 1st June Metcalf and Collin Cameron, 2nd Faye Rowlands and Jean Barbour, 3rd Margaret Munro and John Cocking, 4th Barbara Axten and Kathleen Dowd. Tarwin Lower, Tuesday afternoon: 1st Jean Barbour and Clive Hope, 2nd John Sullivan and Alan Johnston, 3rd Phillip and Neville Chapman, 4th Jack Kuiper and John
Sutton. Inverloch, Friday afternoon, North/ South: 1st Clive Hope and Jean Barbour, 2nd Phillip and Neville Chapman, 3rd Faye Rowlands and Pat West, 4th Dawn Jolly and Bluey Aeschilmann.East/West: 1st John Sullivan and Alan Johnston, 2nd Kaye Douglas and John Sutton, 3rd Anne Williams and John Farr, 4th Ken McKenzie and Marie Sands.
pre-determined speed. Grade 1 and 2 riders at 550 metres per minute and grade 3 and 4 riders at 500m/min. After a briefing from Racing Victoria’s workforce development officer Lisa Coffey and Stony Creek Racing Club CEO Ralph Gallagher riders warmed up on the sand track and then individually galloped from the 1000 metre mark to the finish post. They were given feedback on their times before riding another attempt. The riders who rode the distance with the most accurate timing were named the winners of the Speed to Safety event. After the second Speed to Safety day is held in August, the riders with the best overall results will be given the opportunity to represent our region at Moonee Valley Racecourse and Equitana in November.
After the time trials, Ms Coffey addressed riders about the racing industry and diverse job opportunities. The love of the track and riding track work drew her to a career with racehorses and in her spare time she rides track work for Black Caviar trainer Peter Moody. Riders learnt a lot from Ms Coffey’s great coaching along with the wonderful opportunity to gallop in a controlled and safe environment. Entry forms with the details for the next Speed to Safety day to be held at Stony Creek Race Course on Saturday, August 2 can be found on the West Gippsland Zone website www.westgippsland. org.au. For more information, contact Jenny O’Sullivan 0419 153 377 or Amanda Price on 0409 003 748.
Galloping: joint winner Maddy Chalmers from Wonthaggi Pony Club comes down the straight during the West Gippsland Zone Speed to Safety day held at the Stony Creek Race Course recently.
Have you thought about playing golf?? It's good for your health and gives you the opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy new experiences, whilst playing a great sport in a local bush environment. Enquire now to discuss your membership options with our Manager Josh Hall on 5664 3314
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THE racing industry is known for its very early starts but for local pony club riders and their parents a 4am start was not needed to participate in the Racing Victoria – Pony Club Association of Victoria Speed to Safety program.
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Clubroom renovations begin THE Lions Club of Inverloch and District has made another donation to the Inverloch Bowling Club to assist them with the cost of renovating their 50 year old clubrooms. The latest donation of $2000 is very much appreciated by the bowls club which has finally commenced the much needed renovation of its clubrooms after nearly a decade of indecision relating to the foreshore location. The Inverloch Bowling Club has endured many years of sub-standard facilities due to continual and ongoing delays through complicated matters in relation to the present site. The three stage renovation project will include a new ground floor kitchen, toilets and meeting room on the eastern end of the present building and an expanded interior in the seating area. Stage two will provide a new foyer and entrance and an update of the bar facilities to be followed by stage three at some time in the future which will be an upgrade of the upstairs area. Inverloch Bowling Club chairman Ron Burge said, “Donations such as the one received from the
Lions Club is a great gesture and further donations from within the community would be very much appreciated as we are self funding this project”. The Bowling Club is one of Inverloch’s icons and has provided a wonderful venue for local residents to participate in the game of lawn bowls, both socially and in a competitive form for over
50 years. Bowls is recognised as a sport participants of any age can play and is in line with Government guide lines for a healthy lifestyle. New members are always welcome at the Inverloch Bowling Club who will be able to offer even better facilities when the renovations to the clubrooms are complete.
Buffalo indoor
Wednesday, June 25 FOUR pairs were selected for two games of 10 ends with Peter watching. Andrew Hanks (s) with Toni Heldens leading well defeated Rod McConchie and Bill Wolswinkel 13-7. Scores were level 7-all with two ends to go but two threes saw them victorious. Ian and Carolyn Benson victors over Dudley Harrison and Kevin Robinson in similar circumstances, finishing strongly to finish 10-5. Winners playing winners saw Andrew and Toni continue their winning form over Ian and Carolyn 7-4, with Andrew picking up kitty on the ninth end and managing to keep both on the mat. An extremely good bowl. Rod and Bill had a very good tussle with Dudley and Kevin until a maximum six on the sixth end blew the visitors out of the match. Final score being 16 shots to nine. Results: Andrew and Toni (WW) 12 ends, Ian and Carolyn (WL) 11 ends, Rod and Bill (LW) nine ends, Dudley and Kevin (LL) eight ends. Bill reported on the SGIBBA meeting where plans for A-Z Kitchen Day coming up on July 13 were discussed. Social bowls Wednesdays, 7.30pm at Buffalo Hall - all welcome.
Fish Creek
Funding boost: from left, Inverloch Bowling Club Chairman, Ron Burge receives a much needed boost to the building renovation fund with a cheque for $2000 being presented by Inverloch and District Lions Club president Klaus Edel.
FISH Creek enjoyed a really special night of celebrations with many bowlers achieving success on the green. Our dear friend Irene Staley received her Super Veteran’s badge from Bowls Victoria’s
regional representative, Marjorie Pearson and the lovely Fred McLaughlin received a special certificate from Bowls Victoria on achieving his 90th birthday. The ladies’ singles championship was won by our lady president Meree Bath with Faye McKenzie a worthy runner-up. Ladies’ pairs was won by Anne Cowell and Nicole McKenzie, both being new bowlers so this was a great achievement. The men’s singles championship was won by Robin McKenzie after narrowly defeating his son Lee in the final. This formidable father and son duo went on to win the men’s pairs and not content with these two wins, Robin McKenzie paired up with his daughter-in-law Nicole to win the mixed pairs. Definitely a great night for the McKenzie family. The 100 Up competition was won by Cliff McGannon and the 21 Up by Robert Constantine, who gave the pennant selection committee cause to reconsider some of its decisions in the past. All done with great humour I should add. The meal, as usual, was superb and it was greatly appreciated that the men organised all the clearing away and washing up. Nellie and Chris had the clubrooms looking absolutely lovely with their table layouts and the beautiful flowers. The evening ended with Fred McLaughlin’s lovely wife Phyl joining her husband to blow out the candles on his 90th birthday cake and everyone singing happy birthday. Before closing I would like to welcome home our President Duillio and his wife Bianca and wish safe travelling to Tim and Chris and Bob and Mary who
are leaving now for their winter break. I would also like to sincerely thank Bowls Victoria’s regional representative Marjorie Pearson for attending our function and helping to make it so special. Photos next week.
Mardan Indoor
THIS week saw an improvement in turnout with an extra member coming along and making 10 for the night. We had two teams of three and two of two which meant we played the now familiar two games of 10 ends. Not to be put off by the small number of teams we all had a great night and the wins were spread among all teams; although there is always one team that wants to win everything! Nevertheless, there has to be a winning team on the night whether it be by taking out all the games or winning on shots or ends. It came down to the following: runners up with one win, a loss and 13 ends were Tony Allen-Clay, John McColl and Sebastian Terranova (S). Winners with two wins were Denyse Menzies, Vito Serafino and Theresa Bateman (S). Thanks to everyone who turned up and let us hope we have a good week next week. Tuesday July 1 sees the final of the Pennant when Mardan Purple takes on Buffalo Yellow in a replay of the first semi-finals. Let us hope for the same result in the final.
Meeniyan
MONDAY June 16 winners were Peter Shaw, Gary Hardy and Bert
Bain (Inverloch) with Tim McLean, Rob Grylls and Rob McKenzie runnersup. Tarwin Lower’s Steve, Arthur and Jamie also won three games. With a well-timed finish before the rain on June 26, winners were Terry Corcoran, Seb Blancato and Alan Spooner( Toora) with locals Les Godkin, Barbara Scott and Robbie Butterworth runners-up. Phil Stimson’s Mirboo North team just missed out on shots. Again our sponsors were Meeniyan Area Community Shop (M.A.C.S.). A final reminder that our Christmas in July is on this Friday July 4 at 6.30 pm for a 7pm start.
South Gippsland Indoor Bias Bowls Association.
THE Preliminary Final was played last week and both teams put on a good show of skills right from the start. Spectators were kept entertained throughout the game. Dumbalk Green were coming from behind all night but closed the gap to a four shot margin around the halfway mark. With a few good scoring ends Buffalo Yellow took the lead and the shots margin further, bringing them a victory. Next week Mardan Purple will face Buffalo Yellow in the Grand Final. A match not to be missed. Preliminary Final game result was: Buffalo Yellow 33 Defeated Dumbalk Green 15 Happy Bowling
• Leongatha badminton
Blues on top THE Blues have produced another convincing victory to move clearly to the top of the B Grade ladder.
Above, Big jump: Poppy, Elsie and Zhi Xia participated in the Jump Off at Chairo Christian School on Friday. Right, Lots of fun: Charli and Becky had a great time skipping during the Jump Off at Chairo Christian School.
Skipping sensations break records By Tayla Kershaw CHAIRO Christian School had some champion skippers participate in the Jump Rope for Heart Jump Off on Friday.
Cheer squad: Natasha and Hayley get behind on their classmates during the Jump Off on Friday.
Forty five students from Grade 3 to Grade 6 raised $3000 towards the fundraiser, with one star student raising $500 individually. The school has been running the program for the past month, giving students the opportunity to practice their skipping skills at lunch time and during PE classes. The Jump Off challenge was a record breaker event, challenging the students in both endurance and speed. “They have been really motivated,” Chairo Christian School teacher Andrew Noble said.
“There has been plenty of improvement in all skills.” Tricky events were entered by choice to show off long rope, double under and Double Dutch skills. The event ran on for an hour and half with the record breakers as follows: Speed skip – Grade 3 – Poppy Noble Grade 4 – Becky McKeown Grade 5 – Natasha Hibma Grade 6 – Emily Russell Double unders – Grade 3 – Elsie Steenholdt Grade 4 – Becky McKeown Grade 5 – Natasha Hibma Grade 6 – Amber Hubbard Endurance – Grade 3- Elsie Steenholdt Grade 4 – Vanessa Erbs Grade 5 – Natasha Hibma Grade 6 – Bryn Lilley
Leonie Degnan pulled off one of the upsets of the season defeating Chris Holt 15-12. Well done Leonie on a top effort. Late inclusion Karsten Krohn turned on a brilliant performance to create the Blues’ victory. Karsten won his singles as well as his doubles to give the Blues top position on the ladder. Thanks to Karsten for filling in at late notice. The other B Grade contest also created huge interest with new French player Remi gracing the courts. Remi showed tonnes of talent winning his singles over Matt Patterson 15/8. Club secretary, Rhonda Newton turned on a classy display winning all her sets for the night, setting up the Saints’ win by a margin of 13 points. The A Grade matches this week were very one sided affairs as the top two teams played the bottom sides. Tim Bright, fresh from Bali, nearly pulled off a huge upset at 10 to 2 he had Greg ‘the Stig’ Marshman
in huge trouble but yet again Greg fought back to win 15/12, proving he is a very hard man to stop. Maurice Simpson and Jim Newton both had good nights to give the Bombers a solid win. The Tigers’ awful season continues, much like the AFL football. Arthur Grabham won his singles and that was about it, their opponents the Hawks were all over the Tigers. Jason Richards and Ian Cole in particularly good form winning all their three sets for the evening. We have a two week break for the school holidays and resume play on July 15. Results A Grade: Bombers 5/96 d Magpies 1/84, Hawks 5/101 d Tigers 1/67, Kangaroos - bye. B Grade: Saints 3/65 d Swans 1/52, Blues 3/69 d Demons 1/43, Bulldogs bye.
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A Grade Bombers ..................................39 Hawks ......................................35 Kangaroos ...............................34 Magpies ...................................16 Tigers .......................................16 B Grade Blues ........................................36 Saints .......................................32 Swans.......................................16 Bulldogs...................................14 Demons ....................................10
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Parrots netball Under 13
Leongatha 18 d Sale 15 Nagels Pharmacy - Luca Riseley. Sports First - Simone Dekker. The girls made a strong start and kept it consistent throughout the match. An absolute turnaround to when we played them last, showing a great amount of improvement with strong defense and good working down the court, the girls have brought home a win. Under 15 Sale 62 d Leongatha 34 Excessorise - Chloe Hogg. Network Video - Sarah Riseley. The girls started the game one for one, a great attacking start! As the game went on the game the girls slowly lost their way yet continued to push on. Great passages of play and teamwork were shown and the under 15’s should be proud of their efforts. Good luck next week girls. Under 17 Sale 48 d Leongatha 17 Rusty Windmill - Kath Harms. Therapy Center - Elise Dowling. It was good to be back on the home court after several weeks away. We buddied up with the A Graders who gave us ongoing advice about our game. We started off slow and Sale had the jump which made it dif-
Forward combo: Jess Clark (above) and Amy Geisler (right) are the sharp shooters for the Parrots’ B Grade side. Photos by Mark Drury.
Gippsland netball Results - Round 11
A Grade: Traralgon 50 d Wonthaggi Power 34, Leongatha 37 lt Sale 42, Maffra 36 lt Bairnsdale 43, Drouin 46 d Morwell 44. B Grade: Warragul 36 lt Moe 47, Traralgon 48 d Wonthaggi Power 34, Leongatha 42 lt Sale 47, Maffra 29 lt Bairnsdale 42, Drouin 33 lt Morwell 48. C Grade: Warragul 17 lt Moe 46, Traralgon 35 d Wonthaggi Power 23, Leongatha 26 lt Sale 37, Maffra 30 d Bairnsdale 29, Drouin 19 lt Morwell 31. Under 17: Warragul 32 lt Moe 49, Traralgon 51 d Wonthaggi Power 15, Leongatha 17 lt Sale 48, Maffra 33 d Bairnsdale 16, Drouin 35 d Morwell 19. Under 15: Warragul 27 lt Moe 43, Traralgon 32 lt Wonthaggi Power 40, Leongatha 34 lt Sale
62, Maffra 17 drew Bairnsdale 17, Drouin 55 d Morwell 10. Under 13: Warragul 23 lt Moe 35, Traralgon 30 lt Wonthaggi Power 55, Leongatha 18 d Sale 15, Maffra 44 d Bairnsdale 11, Drouin 17 lt Morwell 23.
Ladders
A Grade Traralgon ...................122.81 Sale ............................. 115.36 Morwell ......................108.16 Bairnsdale ....................99.44 Wonthaggi Power ........90.95 Drouin .........................104.75 Moe ...............................95.69 Leongatha......................98.02 Maffra............................75.40 Warragul ..........................0.00 B Grade Morwell ......................132.72 Traralgon ...................152.66 Moe ............................. 110.66 Drouin ........................ 110.52 Bairnsdale ..................104.22 Sale................................95.25 Leongatha......................92.03 Wonthaggi Power ..........86.13 Maffra............................83.40 Warragul ........................66.96 C Grade Traralgon ...................188.75 Morwell ......................147.28 Moe ............................. 116.52
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Sale ............................. 111.60 26 Bairnsdale .................. 113.52 22 Wonthaggi Power ........107.76 20 Maffra..........................105.12 20 Leongatha......................82.07 14 Drouin ...........................56.24 8 Warragul ........................43.58 0 Under 17 Traralgon ...................177.78 40 Moe .............................148.05 40 Maffra ........................186.56 32 Sale .............................149.63 32 Drouin ..........................95.22 22 Bairnsdale .....................85.39 20 Morwell .........................57.44 14 Wonthaggi Power ..........72.32 8 Leongatha......................62.67 8 Warragul .........................61.72 4 Under 15 Traralgon ...................237.33 40 Moe .............................176.89 40 Drouin ........................133.12 32 Maffra ........................125.10 26 Bairnsdale .................. 113.28 26 Sale.............................. 116.09 24 Wonthaggi Power ........121.75 20 Warragul ........................75.56 8 Leongatha.......................49.90 4 Morwell .........................18.81 0 Under 13 Maffra ........................277.16 44 Wonthaggi Power ......206.86 40 Moe ...............................87.67 26 Traralgon .....................78.48 22 Sale ...............................91.91 20 Drouin ...........................80.60 20 Morwell .........................77.34 16 Bairnsdale .....................64.15 14 Leongatha......................64.10 10 Warragul ........................70.96 8
LDNA netball Round 9 - June 28
11 & Under: St Laurence Gold 14 d Mt Eccles Pink 5, Mirboo North Purple 13 d Mt Eccles White 3, Town Black 12 d Meeniyan & District 6, St Laurence Maroon 11 d Mt Eccles Purple 7, Mirboo North Gold 7 d Town Tangerine 0. 13 & Under: Mirboo North Gold 23 d Meeniyan & District 22, Mirboo North Purple 28 d Mt Eccles Pink 10, Mt Eccles Aqua 17 d Town 4, Mt Eccles Purple 29 d St Laurence 2. 15 & Under: Town
Tangerine 39 d Stony Creek 16, Mirboo North 32 d St Laurence Blue 14, Town Black 23 d St Laurence Maroon 17. C Grade: Meeniyan & District Yellow 41 d St Laurence 15, Mirboo North 48 d Town 36, Meeniyan & District Blue 54 d Mt Eccles 17. Open: Town Green 36 d Mt Eccles White 26, Town Black 36 d Town Tangerine 28, St Laurence 43 d Mt Eccles Navy 28.
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13 & Under Town ...........................247.31 16 Mt Eccles Pink ...........236.79 14 St Laurence ................ 217.53 14
Mt Eccles Purple .......138.84 12 Mirboo North Gold .....121.05 10 Mt Eccles Aqua .............75.61 4 Mirboo Nth Purple ........25.57 2 Meeniyan & Dist .............4.93 0 15 & Under Mirboo North ............159.31 16 St Laurence Blue ....... 125.00 11 Town Black ................ 110.06 9 Town Tangerine ...........91.23 8 St Laurence Maroon .......66.24 2 Stony Creek....................61.29 2 C Grade Meen & Dist Blue ......225.68 18 Mirboo North ............143.81 14 Meen & Dist Yellow...100.78 8 Town .............................90.63 8 St Laurence ...................69.81 4 Mt Eccles ......................35.55 2 Open Section Town Green................230.08 18 St Laurence ................141.74 12 Mt Eccles Navy ............84.16 8 Mt Eccles White ..........80.56 6 Town Tangerine.............74.53 6 Town Black ...................61.42 4
ficult to catch up. Lots of areas to improve and we will train hard this week. C Grade Darcys - Carlie McNamara. Rusty Windmill - Melinda McLennan. Auction Melinda McLennan. Good strong game girls. Everyone did their job and had great teamwork. There were numerous intercepts and strong leads, which you capitalized on and turned into goals. Overall everyone played awesome. B Grade Sale 42 d Leongatha 42 Rusty Windmill - Andrea Lynch. Buzz Hair Studio - Jacklyn Smith. Auction - Nicola Marriot. Strong start with great passages of play down the court. Awesome teamwork and talking on the court. All in all girls gave 100 per cent. Good luck next week parrots. A Grade South Gippsland Therapy Centre Kasie Rump. Rusty Windmill - Kate Sperling. Auction - Kate McCarthy. Tough game fought by both teams. Fairly even game with all players pushing hard and playing to their full potential, until the very end. A close finish with Sale just getting the last few goals to seal their win.
Alberton netball Results - Round 12 June 28
A Grade: Kilcunda-Bass 27 lt MDU 66, KorumburraBena 51 d Stony Creek 21, Phillip Island 57 d Tarwin 26, Foster 33 lt InverlochKongwak 38, Toora 19 lt Dalyston 40.
B Grade: Kilcunda-Bass 12 lt MDU 89, KorumburraBena 39 d Stony Creek 28, Phillip Island 45 lt Tarwin 56, Foster 44 d InverlochKongwak 42, Toora 24 lt Dalyston 37. C Grade: Kilcunda-Bass 13 lt MDU 55, Korumburra-
Bena 43 d Stony Creek 10, Phillip Island 20 lt Tarwin 41, Foster 25 lt InverlochKongwak 34, Toora 35 d Dalyston 33. 17 & Under: KilcundaBass 27 lt MDU 40, Korumburra-Bena 37 d Stony Creek 19, Phillip Island 32 lt Tarwin 33, Foster 20 lt InverlochKongwak 22, Toora 16 lt Dalyston 29. 15 & Under: KilcundaBass 7 lt MDU 33, Korumburra-Bena 28 d Stony Creek 8, Phillip Island 37 d Tarwin 3, Foster 15 lt InverlochKongwak 23, Toora 14 lt Dalyston 21. 13 & Under: KilcundaBass 5 lt MDU 33, Korumburra-Bena 26 d Stony Creek 2, Phillip Island 28 d Tarwin 8, Foster 1 lt InverlochKongwak 60, Toora 1 lt Dalyston 64.
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Possession stakes: from left, Stony Creek’s Jess Gordon and Korumburra Bena’s K Hillberg grapple for possession of the ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz
Down the court: Leah Burston waits for an opening.
A Grade Kor-Bena ....................233.62 40 Dalyston .....................173.38 36 Fish Creek ..................133.68 32 Inv-Kongwak ............. 116.09 24 Phillip Island.............. 115.71 24 MDU ...........................101.64 20 Stony Creek.................100.52 16 Foster...........................109.65 12 Toora .............................83.75 12 Kil-Bass.........................35.96 4 Tarwin ...........................44.70 0 B Grade Kor-Bena .....................142.91 36 MDU ...........................157.93 34 Fish Creek ..................144.74 32 Foster..........................143.68 28 Dalyston ..................... 112.39 26 Inv-Kongwak .............124.80 20 Tarwin ......................... 111.03 20 Toora .............................75.50 10
Phillip Island .................89.46 Stony Creek...................82.61 Kil-Bass.........................20.38 C Grade Inv-Kongwak .............181.15 Tarwin ........................139.85 Kor-Bena ....................196.68 Fish Creek ..................144.94 MDU ...........................103.15 Dalyston .....................104.97 Stony Creek...................83.10 Phillip Island .................93.65 Foster.............................76.58 Toora .............................80.56 Kil-Bass.........................20.85 17 & Under MDU ...........................171.36 Fish Creek ..................181.42 Kor-Bena ....................140.17 Dalyston ..................... 112.50 Tarwin ..........................93.33 Phillip Island..............102.34 Foster...........................100.84 Inv-Kongwak ................84.08 Toora .............................65.64 Kil-Bass.........................68.82 Stony Creek...................57.56 15 & Under Inv-Kongwak .............295.56 Kor-Bena ....................204.69 Phillip Island..............148.84 Foster..........................204.88 Fish Creek .................. 116.36 MDU ...........................134.55 Kil-Bass.........................79.42 Dalyston ........................56.98 Stony Creek...................50.00 Toora .............................54.46 Tarwin ...........................18.84 13 & Under Inv-Kongwak .............546.34 MDU ...........................206.90 Dalyston .....................325.25 Fish Creek ..................257.48 Phillip Island..............140.00 Kor-Bena ....................139.26 Kil-Bass.........................61.48 Foster.............................48.70 Toora .............................21.70 Tarwin ...........................27.87 Stony Creek.....................9.92
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Goal third: Phillip Island’s Kate Sidebottom looks for a pass into the goal ring.
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Mid Gippsland League SENIORS LADDER Yinnar ................... 215.92 Newborough ......... 194.68 Trafalgar ............... 183.77 Mirboo North ........ 158.11 Boolarra ................ 130.65 Morwell East ............ 70.73 Thorpdale ................ 83.09 Hill End .................... 50.53 Yarragon .................. 49.89 Yall-Yall North .......... 51.70
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RESERVES LADDER Newborough ......... 319.79 Yinnar ................... 278.65 Trafalgar ............... 173.15 Boolarra ................ 110.66 Mirboo North ........ 100.56 Thorpdale ................ 86.83 Hill End .................... 83.40 Morwell East ............ 62.93 Yarragon .................. 43.19 Yall-Yall North .......... 35.10
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THIRDS LADDER Mirboo North ........ 254.00 Yinnar ................... 242.66 Newborough ......... 192.52 Trafalgar ............... 115.21 Yarragon ............... 131.47 Thorpdale ................ 76.77 Morwell East ............ 59.07 Hill End .................... 38.45 Yall-Yall North .......... 35.31
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FOURTHS LADDER Yinnar ................. 1031.82 Newborough ......... 137.50 Mirboo North ........ 123.95 Trafalgar ................. 77.90 Hill End .................... 93.62 Yall-Yall North .......... 64.48 Thorpdale ................ 74.41 Morwell East ............ 34.44
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OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Trafalgar 7.15.57d Yarragon 4.5.29 Yall- Yall North 13.5.83d Thorpdale 10.5.65 Yinnar 5.7.37d Morwell East 2.4.16 RESERVES Trafalgar 15.10.100d Yarragon 5.2.32 Thorpdale 4.12.36d Yall-Yall North 5.5.35 Yinnar 14.13.97d Morwell East 0.1.1 THIRDS Trafalgar 9.12.66d Yarragon 4.3.27 Thorpdale 12.12.84d Yall- Yall North 2.4.16 Yinnar 12.13.85d Morwell East 0.7.7 FOURTHS Yall- Yall North 11.7.73d Thorpdale 2.4.16 Yinnar 8.15.63d Morwell East 3.5.23
• Mirboo North v. Hill End
No mercy from Tigers FOURTH placed Mirboo North belted Hill End by 132 points at Tigerland, after mercilessly keeping it goalless until three-quarter time on Saturday.
It was the mighty Tigers’ ninth win of the Mid Gippsland season and their 15th consecutive home victory against the Hillmen, who haven’t won at Mirboo North since 1999. Champion full-forward, Tim Traill, was at the peak of his powers, with a quality 12goal haul that brings his season’s tally to 55. Traill’s perfectly-timed leading was supported by several brilliant foot deliveries into his bread basket from Luke Palmer, Josh Taylor, Shane Peters and first-gamer, Thomas Taylor. Other major goal kickers for Mirboo North were, Dom Pinneri, Jack Robertson and Peters with three each. Traill had five goals to his name by quarter-time and had increased his tally to eight at the long break, that helped give his team an insurmountable 90-point lead. Talented onballer, Robertson, continued his recent excellent form for the Tigers with lots of decisive centre-circle clearances from ruckman, Joe Brooks’ armchair-ride taps. Josh Taylor, Damien Turner, Jake Nash, Simon Busuttil, Brian Waters and Jacob Blair were other Tigers who teamed together beautifully by hand and foot, as the Sherrin swiftly and regularly made its way downfield. Burly Kris Ayton threw his weight around trying to lift Hill End, whilst teammates, Callum Robertson, Richard Horton and
Mitchell Mather, in his first senior appearance, all battled hard against the odds. The differences between the teams in skills, productivity levels and adventurism were stark, with the Tigers shining in all departments. Hill End’s rattled defence was so consistently full of holes it resembled a piece of Swiss cheese. Fundamentally speaking, many of the Hillmen were guilty of not adhering to the fundamentals laid down last century by football’s strict fundamentalists. Easy marks were often dropped, kicks continually missed their targets, handballs regularly went astray and there were hungry Tigers on the loose everywhere. As well, the Hillmen’s tackling was poor, there were countless fumbles and rather than swooping on the footy, the majority of them sat back and allowed it to be swept away by their opponents with monotonous regularity. Trailing by 136 points at the last change, the Hillmen finally showed some system by booting six goals to Mirboo North’s five to finish the match. Perhaps, playing coach, Phil Town’s words to his beleaguered players were, “Let’s go back to the tried-and-true fundamentals of the game.” Almost on cue, Hill End’s clanger count went down, its contested possessions went through the roof and endeavor replaced unaccountability. Ben Rotheram successfully converted after receiving a pass from Jamie Somers, prior to cleverly snapping another from close in. Full-forward, Matt Moseley also came into his own with three goals from impressive overhead marking and newcomer, Mather, put one
through on the run as the siren sounded. This Saturday, Mirboo North travels to Boolarra to play the Demons, who are fresh from knocking off league leaders, Newborough, by 37 points at Newborough. Reserves Magic moments were few and far between for Mirboo North in its disappointing 34-point loss to Hill End. Peter Taylor was Mirboo North’s best player with plenty of quality disposals that included two goals. Another bright light for the Tigers was a three-goal haul by full-forward, Jason Giardina, who has pulled on the boots again after a long absence. Although, Hill End led at every change, it was severely challenged in the third quarter by the Tigers, who at one stage drew to within a point of their rivals. Tyson Carey was simply brilliant for the Hillmen and the question any self-respecting football scribe must ask is, “Why has this talented young man only played one senior game this season?” Hill End’s rampant six-goal spree in the final quarter suggests fitness levels are still an issue for the Tigers.
SENIORS Boolarra 10.12.72 Newborough 4.11.35 Boolarra Goals: Chris Stasinowsky 4, Andrew Thorpe 2, Daniel Wilson 2, Sam Mazou 1, Jesse Giardina 1 Newborough Goals: Stuart Robertson 1, Joshua Whittaker 1, Glenn Michie 1, Lachlan Fanning 1 Boolarra Best: Bevan CharltonWhite, Andrew Thorpe, Darryl Mayman, Chris Stasinowsky, Steven Fox, Vincent Corbett Newborough Best: Rhys Jacobs, Brennan Mills, Jarrod Bennets, Anthony Battista, Joshua Whittaker, Stuart Robertson
RESERVES
Thirds What a difference 12 months makes in junior football. In last year’s corresponding match, Hill End won by eight points, whereas the Tigers triumphed by 93 points on Saturday. Isaac Abas turned in a blinder for the Tigers with five goals and complete domination in the ruck. Fourths Mirboo North fought back from a 13-point half-time deficit to draw with Hill End at 22 points apiece. Wes Graeme was Mirboo North’s best player with two goals and plenty of quality possessions around the ground. Netball 15 & Under Hill End 24 d MN 20 MN Best: C Chila, M Phillips-Flower, M Giardina Hill End’s tall timber made it hard to rebound, so we need to make sure we play in front with accurate passing and shooting. Still in the five, but we need to beat Boolarra this week. 17 & Under Hill End 34 d MN 30 MN Best: A Turnbull, A Loh Lost opportunities did us
Newborough 15.13.103 Boolarra 5.7.37 Newborough Goals: Chris Payne 5, Danny Schembri 3, Ryan Mills 2, Brendan Mizzi 2, Daniel Drowley 1, James Grant 1, Daniel Somerville 1 Boolarra Goals: Scott Cooper 2, Peter Gilpin 1, Dwayne Brand 1, Glen Smith 1 Newborough Best: Jesse White, James Grant, Matthew Hamilton, James Mander, Jason Henderson, Cameron Ruecroft Boolarra Best: Scott Cooper, Matthew Windsor, Andrew Burgess, Jacob Vuillermin, Peter Gilpin, Hayden Kite
in. We’ve slipped to seventh, but we’re only half a game out of the five. Important to refocus and produce our best as we prepare for the race to the finals. D Grade MN 31 d Hill End 13 MN Best; S Giardina, C Banks Another great effort that sees us in fifth spot and five games clear of Boolarra in sixth. Awesome effort girls! C Grade MN 28 d Hill End 24 MN Best: L Andrews, K Peters Another exciting nine goal turnaround to get home by four goals. A brilliant effort that confirms our determination to succeed under pressure.
SENIORS Mirboo North 27.11.173 Hill End 6.5.41 Mirboo North Goals: Timothy Traill 12, Jack Robertson 3, Shane Peters 3, Dominic Pinneri 3, Joshua Taylor 2, Thomas Taylor 1, Mitchell Wightman 1, Brian Waters 1, Luke Palmer 1 Hill End Goals: Matthew Moseley 3, Ben Rotheram 2, Mitchell Mather 1 Mirboo North Best: Timothy Traill, Jack Robertson, Joshua Taylor, Damien Turner, Jacob Nash, Joe Brooks Hill End Best: Kris Ayton, Callum Robertson, Richard Horton, Mitchell Mather, Jamie Somers, Jack Duncan
RESERVES Hill End 12.12.84 Mirboo North 7.8.50 Hill End Goals: Tyson Carey 2, Nathan Perkins 2, Chad Williamson 2, Phillip Dow 2, Bradley Grima 1, Benjamin Jarred 1, Cameron Cutler 1, Nick Black 1 Mirboo North Goals: Jayson Giardina 3, Peter Taylor 2, Benjamin Maxwell 1, Simon Lawson 1 Hill End Best: Tyson Carey, Bradley Grima, Chad Williamson, Ryan Broberg, Stuart Griffin, Joshua Fairfull Mirboo North Best: Peter Taylor,
A big game this week against Boolarra, where we’ll need to play at our best to win. B Grade MN 73 d Hill End 28 MN Best: S Mueller, K Shiels A fantastic 45 goal winning performance where we reached individual and team goals with quality play the opposition simply couldn’t match. A few players will be missing this week against Boolarra, so attendance at training is vital to discuss our team changes. A Grade MN 67 d Hill End 37 MN Best: A Nash and team Another repeat of classy play from our competition leaders. Boolarra will test our girls to the limit, so bring it on and let’s go Tigers!
Jake Garde, Steve Rogers, Brett Spokes, Dale Banks, Jayson Giardina
THIRDS Mirboo North 19.13.127 Hill End 5.4.34 Mirboo North Goals: Isaac Abas 5, Riley Oddy 4, Declan Allen 2, Kyle Robb 2, Paul Hinkley 2, Samuel Pratt 1, Jordan Moro 1, Adam Miller 1, Jesse Buxton 1 Hill End Goals: Benjamin Noy 2, Jack Hudson 1, Lachlan Paul 1, Ryan Perkins 1 Mirboo North Best: Isaac Abas, Beau Linforth, Paul Hinkley, Samuel Pratt, Brendan Jackson, Adam Miller Hill End Best: Joshua Hammond, Jesse Sikacek, Mathew O’Toole, Nathan Hammond, Benjamin Noy, David Thomas
FOURTHS Mirboo North 3.4.22 Hill End 3.4.22 Mirboo North Goals: Riley Oddy 2, Wesley Graeme 1 Hill End Goals: Jack Hudson 2, John Kelly 1 Mirboo North Best: Wesley Graeme, Declan Allen, Timothy Potter, Dean Huynh, Tom Reiske, Jack Edmondson Hill End Best: Jack Hudson, Jarod Wood, Joshua Hammond, Jack Skinner, Jack Duryea, Aidan Wyatt
• Leongatha Cycling
Franklin powers to line A SOLO effort from scratch was rewarded with another fine victory to Brett Franklin on Saturday.
Gotcha: Nathan Lynch is pulled off the ball by his Sale opponent. Photo by Mark Drury. Korrine winners: from left, second Austin Timmins, first and fastest time Brett Franklin and third Kevin Feely.
Saturday racing was held at Korrine and the long missing winter finally arrived. Riders and officials had to battle extremely strong and gusty winds which made the 10 degree conditions seem closer to freezing. The winds sometimes threatened to blow riders off the road or into oncoming vehicles. The occasional gust if it was a head wind almost stalling riders in their forward path. The smaller junior riders did not ride because of the conditions. The senior race was over two laps with just 12 starters, including hand cyclist Alex Welsh. Alex who is a paraplegic rides a special low slung carbon fibre creation which he propels via the hands. Whilst he did not catch as much wind it is still a great effort for him to haul himself up the Glen Alvie hills. Alex started with a 20 minute handicap followed by Damian King at 14 minutes. Damian is having his first season and working hard at increasing his fitness. He rode to and from Korumburra for the racing and his condition is
improving each week. There were five riders in the seven minute bunch, three riders at four minutes and a duo on scratch – Brett Franklin and Will Lumby. After the first lap, Damien King was first through just ahead of Alex whilst Kevin Feely (3min) and Austin Timmins (3min) had managed to catch the seven minute bunch up the hill to the Glen Alvie corner. The increased tempo split that bunch with just Steve Wilson and Kerry Pritchard going with the pace. Meanwhile the scratch pairing found Will Lumby suffering as he could not get any shelter behind the diminutive Brett Franklin and was forced to ride alone. Brett meanwhile chased hard and had closed to within three minutes of the leaders. The second lap saw Brett continue his charge with only Kevin Feely and Austin Timmins managing to go anywhere near following his moves. At the end it was Brett winning (59.29min) by 100 metres from the ever improving junior Austin Timmins followed by Kevin Feely in third. They were followed home by Stephen Wilson, Damian King, Kerry Pritchard, Mark Bensley, Harrison McLean,
Tony Giles and Will Lumby rounding out the top 10. Alex Welsh finished shortly after with a great effort in such trying conditions and tough roads. The juniors were not too keen on doing a circuit so raced over a 10km out and back course. The scratch duo of Alex Bennett and Bernadette Fitzgerald gave a 30 second start to Grace McLean. After 4.5km it was Grace still leading but with a gap of only around 15 seconds over a hard chasing Bernadette and a further 10 second gap over Alex with the climb up to Glen Alvie still ahead. As well as the climb the riders had to battle a strong head wind up to the Glen Alvie turn. Alex may have been harbouring some thought of closing the gap on the climb but it was not to be. With the finish line in sight it was Grace and Bernadette in a 2-up battle. At the line it was Grace with the win from Bernadette (2nd and fastest 21.13sec) whilst Alex came home in third. Next week the racing is at Pound Creek for the Lex Watt (seniors) and Dancs Cup (juniors). We need all helpers on deck to run the racing as several of the regulars will be away. This is the fourth weekend of the winter handicap series.
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Korumburra-Bena too strong for Stony Creek As in most outdoor sports this weekend the weather played a significant part, in fact only two goals were
scored against the wind for the entire match.
Conditions were different to the previous week’s match when Korumburra-Bena won in the sunshine and in front of
a huge crowd against MDU away from home. Few people ventured out and many of those who did sheltered in their cars. With the wind assistance
Stony Creek took advantage of loose play on KB’s part and the visitors streaked away to a five goal lead. At quarter time KB fans would have been rueing three
Duel: Cam Stone was in form kicking 4.3 for Stony Creek. His opponent B. Fitzgerald also kicked a handy two and was named in KB’s best six. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz
of Stony Creek’s goals as kicked at the expense of KB turnovers. KB made basic errors but endeavoured nevertheless against the howling gale; an eight goal wind as someone put it. Stony Creek worked hard and used the ball better than KB in the opening term and the dominance they exerted in clearances held fast for most of the day. KB was not able to get the ball out of the centre as easily as it had been used to and it wasn’t just the wind but Stony Creek’s excellent pressure football. It was a tight contest until the fourth quarter when Korumburra-Bena’s superior fitness had them still full of running when Stony Creek looked to be flagging. The body language of opponents with hands on their hips can look like an Achilles heel to a team still full of running and at the end of the day KB was able to extend its winning margin to 29 points which, in the context of the closeness
of the scores for most of the match, is quite an impressive run home. There were key moments too such as Chris Urie’s great goal from the boundary in the last quarter while the game was still in the balance. Half forward Michael Cooke also stood up on the day
SENIORS Korumburra-Bena 13.10.88 Stony Creek 9.5.59
and booted goals from outside the 50 metre arc, including two in the second quarter when his team really needed that kind of catalyst. His performance was eclipsed by Stony Creek forward, Cam Stone who managed 4.3 for the day to Cooke’s 3.3.
Stony Creek Best: E. Taylor, L. Byrnes, B. Furjan, J. Stuart, B. Harris, D. Potter
Korumburra-Bena Goals: Michael Cooke 3, Ben Fitzpatrick, Mitch Nobelius 2, Josh Hopkins, Peter Kyle, Josh Morrison, Dylan Muir, Christopher Urie, Ashley Zuidema 1 Stony Creek Goals: C. Stone 4, J. Byrnes 2, L. Bowman , R. Harmes , C. Le Page Korumburra-Bena Best: Paul Pattison, Mitch Nobelius, Michael Cooke, Dylan Muir, Glen Marshall, Brenton Fitzgerald Stony Creek Best: J. Brydon, M. Linke, C. Stone, L. Bowman, L. Park, M. Hinkley
THIRDS Korumburra-Bena 23.19.157 Stony Creek 1.5.11
RESERVES Korumburra-Bena 19.8.122 Stony Creek 1.4.10)
Leading Goalkicker: J. Stockdale 3 (S) Korumburra-Bena Best: J. Celebrine, N. Wylie, L. Norris, L. Snooks, J. Wyhoon, T. Whiteside Stony Creek Best: N. Battersby, M. Darmanin, R. Baudinette, V. Monaghan, J. Alba, J. Stockdale
Leading Goalkicker: M. Edwards 6 (K) Korumburra-Bena Best: S. Braithwaite, B. Schubert, A. Hayes, D. Robbins, N. Cant, J. Paterson
Leading Goalkicker: B. Dorling 4 (K) Korumburra-Bena Best: J. Harris, J. Harris, J. Henderson, T. Jenkin, C. Martin, J. Arestia Stony Creek Best: J. Hemming, T. Sinclair, J. Stockdale, J. Tiziani, J. Zuidema, K. Newton
FOURTHS Korumburra-Bena 8.13.61 Stony Creek 5.1.31
Island back on the winners’ list PHILLIP Island has returned to the winners’ list in convincing style against Tarwin at the Cowes oval on Saturday afternoon.
Taking on a much improved Tarwin side the Island knew that losing was not an option if they want to have a good crack at the finals this season. The Island jumped away, the ideal start as they scored in the first minute through first gamer Aaron Edwards. From there an arm wrestle was starting to unfold, with both sides not giving an inch. It took until the 13 minute mark before Tarwin was the next to score but the Island hit back through young gun Johan Van Zanen who goaled. This was followed by Owen Wilson look-alike Michael Duiker
who stretched the Island’s lead just before the first break to 13 points. 1/4 Time: Phillip Island 3.1.19 to Tarwin 1.0.6 In the second quarter the Island started to stamp its authority on the game starting to force Tarwin into easy mistakes. Damien Hinkley kicked his first for the game after four minutes then this was followed a couple of minutes later through Island Coach Brendan Kimber as the Island lead stretched out to 23 points. The Island again scored two goals late through Beau Runnalls and Jack Taylor to take a 35 point lead into the long break. 1/2 Time: Phillip Island 6.1.37 to Tarwin 1.2.8 The third quarter started the same as the previous two with the Island getting away to a great start.
Leongatha Junior footy CGJFL ladders UNDER 10 W L D
Trafalgar.......8 Hill & Rovers..7 Leongatha .....7 Moe Maroons..5 Mirboo Nth ....5 Yinnar .............4 Newb Reds......3 Youth Club ......3 Mor Tigers ......1 Moe Blues .......1 Yallourn Nth ....1
0 1 1 3 3 4 5 6 7 7 8
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
802.50 897.22 458.21 122.07 77.40 105.48 45.41 68.75 18.22 16.32 16.45
Pts
36 32 32 24 24 20 16 12 8 8 4
UNDER 12 W L D
Trafalgar.......9 Youth Club ....8 Mirboo North..7 Leongatha .....6 Moe Maroons..5 Yinnar .............5 Hill & Rovers ...4 Moe Blues .......4 New Blues .......3 New Reds........2 Mor Tigers ......0 Yallourn Nth ....0
0 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 5 7 8 9
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0
%
445.36 322.14 264.15 154.88 132.31 105.99 95.26 83.83 62.06 63.49 34.29 8.52
Pts
36 32 28 24 20 20 16 16 14 8 2 0
UNDER 14 W L D
Trafalgar.......8 Leongatha .....8 Youth Club ....8 New Blues.....6 Moe Maroons..6 Yallourn Nth ....4 New Reds........3 Mirboo North ..3 Yinnar .............3 Hill & Rovers ...3 Moe Blues .......1 Mor Tigers ......0
1 1 1 3 3 4 5 6 6 6 8 9
0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
%
239.64 210.76 209.26 170.21 146.71 93.81 101.58 65.84 59.87 55.85 61.95 27.73
Pts
32 32 32 24 24 18 14 12 12 12 4 0
CGJFL UNDER 10 Trafalgar 7.5.47 Leongatha 1.5.11 Goals: T. Richards 1. Best: T. Burt, R. Checkley, B. Peace, M. Harry, A. Kemper, Z. Lamers. UNDER 12 Trafalgar 5.1.31 Leongatha 3.0.18 Goals: M. Portelli 1, D. Sturtevant 1, C. Russell 1. Best: S. Bright, F. Materia, M. Portelli, M. Molloy, C. Russell, A. Trease. UNDER 14 Leongatha 5.9.39 Trafalgar 1.2.8 Goals: J. Hastings 1, B. Thorson 1, B. Motton 1, B. Perry 1, S. Benra 1. Best: B. Motton, C. Olden, J. Hastings, S. Benra, D. Clark, T. Sheedy.
AJFL UNDER 13 Leongatha Jnr 9.8.62 Kilcumda Bass 2.9.21 Leongatha goals: J. Lamers 3, O. Harry 2, M. Bentvelzen 1, J. Hume 1, C. Krohn 1, J. Ryan 1. Best: C. Krohn, M. McGannon, M Bentvelzen, W. Littlejohn, T. Vanderkolk, L. Stothart. UNDER 11 Leongatha Jnr 5.3.33 Kilcunda Bass 4.6.30 Leongatha goals: Kewming, Haidyn 4, S. Chadwick 1. Best: D. Hume, A. Law, M. McGrath, C. Riseley, K. Vandenberg, N. Clark.
Kimber was the first to score for the Island and this was followed shortly after by Edwards with his second. Hinkley continued the Island’s good form as he kicked his regulation goal from the boundary, on the run and from 50 out. The Island scored its fourth for the quarter through Liam Henzen to take a 60 point lead into the final break. 3/4 Time: Phillip Island 11.3.69 to Tarwin 1.3.9 The rain started to hammer down in the final quarter turn-
SENIORS Phillip Island 13.6.84 Tarwin 1.3.9 Phillip Island Goals: Aaron Edwards, Damian Hinkley, Brendan Kimber, Jack Taylor 2, Michael Duiker, Liam Henzen, Mitchell Price, Beau Runnalls, Johan Van Zanen 1 Tarwin Goals: J. Cann Phillip Island Best: Johan Van Zanen, Jack Taylor, Shane Taylor, Marcus Wright, James Taylor, Brendan Kimber Tarwin Best: J. Bloom, T. Cameron, N. McRae, W. Nye, N. Giles, J. Chalmers
RESERVES Phillip Island 10.11.71 Tarwin 5.4.34 Leading Goalkickers: S. McIntyre 3 (P), P. McRae 3 (T) Phillip Island Best: S. McIntyre, B. Hamilton, J. Good, T. Cleeland, J.
ing the game into a scrappy affair. The Island defence had a great day only allowing Tarwin just a single goal for the match. The likes of Matt Jackson and Scott Riordan were repelling all of the Tarwin advances with relative ease. The Island kicked two goals for the quarter through Mitch Price and Jack Taylor to finish off a great win by 75 points. It’s a big game next week for Phillip Island as it heads over to Korumburra to tackle the other Bulldogs.
Lees, D. McGinley Tarwin Best: B. Launder, L. Oakley, N. McRae, J. Grande, P. McRae
THIRDS Phillip Island 14.15.99 Tarwin 3.3.21
Above, Eye on the ball: Phillip Island’s James Taylor sends the ball down the field. Below, Shielding: Phillip Island’s Jaymie Youle defends the ball from Tarwin’s Ben Chalmers.
Leading Goalkicker: J. Sanna 8 (P) Phillip Island Best: J. Sanna, C. Pollard-Virtue, B. Johnston, J. Piera, T. Tack, B. Field Tarwin Best: not submitted
FOURTHS Phillip Island 9.7.61 Tarwin 3.1.19 Leading Goalkickers: J. Keating 2, C. Thompson 2, M. Mattock 2 (P) Phillip Island Best: J. Keating, M. Mattock, B. Anderson, A. Farrell, Z. Bennett, K. Ross Tarwin Best: J. Dunn, J. Brown, D. Garnham, O. Schnoor, J. Beckwith, L. Smith
Foster falls to I-K THE Sea Eagles felt the pressure against Foster but brought the game home strongly. Foster had plenty of big bodies to keep Inverloch Kongwak working hard for their score but were inconsistent throughout the four quarters. I-K ran away with six goals breathing room in the first quarter but Foster beat them back by the second quarter – though not quite enough to fully bridge the gap. The I-K boys were confident going into the third quarter and were ready to take the game out of Foster’s reach. They delivered with a nine goal quarter, sitting comfortable on 18 goals by the third siren. Four of the goals supporting the 18 goals were kicked by Greg Munro, who was supported by star players Adam Cross
who ran the midfield and Tom Wyatt who moved the ball to the forward. I-K’s Tim Thornby provided lots of pressure at the half back line but it was the powerful tackling by Steven Scott which provided the upper hand. “Their willingness to turn into defenders really pushes their game,” I-K coach Ben Soumilas said. I-K lost their momentum in the fourth quarter as they found it hard to score against the strong wind. The Sea Eagles pumped the ball into the 50 metre mark but the wind knocked away their attempts at goal. Each side had a good crack and Foster kept their spirits high right until the end. Both teams put up a great, high pressure battle and were excellent competition but the score did not do their efforts justice.
SENIORS Inverloch-Kongwak 18.12.120 Foster 5.5.35
ing, J. Prain
Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: G. Munro 4, L. McMillan 3, D. Clark 3, A. Cross 2, B. Soumilas 2, R. Butler 2, S. Scott, D. Lawton Foster Goals: L. Harbinson 3, M. Beacham , L. Galle Inverloch-Kongwak Best: A. Cross, T. Thornby, G. Munro, T. Wyatt, J. Clottu, S. Scott Foster Best: S. Hawking, M. Brown, L. Harbinson, B. Mugridge, S. Chaseling, D. Hawking
Leading Goalkicker: M. Burton 3 (I) Inverloch-Kongwak Best: C. Casey, B. Petersen, J. Worner, N. Anderson, M. Woods, M. Burton Foster Best: G. Rerden, E. Staley, H. Griggs, J. Coffey, B. Smith, J. Cam
RESERVES Inverloch-Kongwak 6.9.45 Foster 5.2.32 Leading Goalkicker: J. Prain 3 (F) Inverloch-Kongwak Best: A. Dowie, J. Truman, M. Donohue, N. Cairns, R. Minns, D. Friswell Foster Best: L. Cripps, D. Hateley, D. Kemp, C. Johnston, J. Chasel-
THIRDS Inverloch-Kongwak 11.7.73 Foster 3.3.21
FOURTHS Inverloch-Kongwak 16.9.105 Foster 1.1.7 Leading Goalkicker: H. McInnes 6 (I) Inverloch-Kongwak Best: Z. Javier, J. Hutchinson, L. Scott, E. Purnell, J. Pryor, Z. Caughey Foster Best: L. Wake, N. VanDyke, M. House, B. Smith, T. VanDyke, J. Smith
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thestar.com.au • Kilcunda/Bass v MDU
Panthers pounce KILCUNDA/Bass have continued on with winning form, this week comfortably accounting for a young MDU outfit by 56 points.
In what was a game without too much event, it was the wind and temperature which proved the talking point of the day with arctic conditions at Bass prevalent. The first quarter of the game saw the visitors jump out to an early lead using the aid of an outrageous breeze with the favoured Panthers kept scoreless.
As always it was the Demons’ stars who were prominent in the early parts of the contest with McDermott and Hutcheson finding a heap of the football and Jason Kennedy who spent the day in defence able to score a goal. Going into the break it was MDU 2.3.15 to K/ Bass 0.0.00. After quarter-time the experience and class of the Panthers started to prevail as they willed their way into the contest and took control. Chris Endres was everywhere and proving why he is so highly rated while
the Panthers all year was well held by his opponent Harris, however, also managed to join the goalkickers’ list along with Rory Gilliate who gave impact around the contest for his team. Next week Kilcunda/ Bass will be confronted by a red-hot Sea Eagles outfit at Inverloch while the MDU side are at Meeniyan and clashing with grudge team Tarwin in what looms as a vital game for both teams. Only six games to go, so the business end of the season is upon us.
the forward line, although not always accurate, managed to find a bit more of the ball. A class finish from long range by Fitzgerald of K/ Bass was a just reward for a good quarter from the Panthers and gave them the momentum and a handy 13 point lead. By the time the sides returned from the sheds for the second half, almost all supporters who had braved the elements for the first half had found respite in either the social rooms or cars. Not to be deterred though, the players were
Close call: Ryan Fitzgerald gets a kick out for the Panthers, beating Sam Wilson’s defence. able to put on a more entertaining third quarter with goals at either end. Kael Bergles was finally able to score a goal, after the spearhead had been relatively well held by the unorthodox Jack Fisher in the first half. At the other end of the ground Asa Leausa was lowering the colours of Robbins, however, goals from MDU captain Sinclair and Tim Wightman kept them in the contest
SENIORS Kilcunda-Bass 14.10.94 M.D.U. 5.8.38 Kilcunda-Bass Goals: K. Bergles 5, R. Fitzgerald 2, B. Arnold 1, J. Wells 1, D. Wells 1, A. Miller 1, R. Gilliatte 1, C. Endres 1, L. Harrison 1 M.D.U. Goals: J. Sinclair 2, J. Kennedy 1, D. Adkins 1, T. Wightman 1 Kilcunda-Bass Best: C. Endres, K. Asa Leausa, J. Dakin, D. Holmes, L. Harrison, R. Fitzgerald M.D.U. Best: N. Roberts, M. Harris, J. Kennedy, J. Sinclair, J. McMillan, M. Smith
Panthers pounce: MDU’s Ricardo tries to get around his opponent’s shepherd and tackle the Panthers’ Dakin who is set to escape the pack with the ball.
RESERVES Kilcunda-Bass 4.16.40 M.D.U. 4.7.31
and with an outside sniff at victory. Kilcunda/Bass flexed their muscle in the last quarter, utilising the wind advantage to pile on the goals. The home side had many last quarter winners with Smith across half back, Endres and Fitzgerald across the middle and Bergles up forward showing their class to some tiring MDU opponents. Jason Wells who had been a major avenue to goal for
Leading Goalkicker: N. Eddy 2 (M) Kilcunda-Bass Best: C. Smith, B. Ridgeway, D. Clay, B. Anthony, J. Joyce, S. Lucas M.D.U. Best: D. Campbell, M. Winderlich, L. Findlay, N. Mathieson, S. Horvath, P. Harris
THIRDS Kilcunda-Bass 10.13.73 M.D.U. 2.2.14 Leading Goalkickers: L. May 3, S. Casey 3 (K) Kilcunda-Bass Best: E. Garratt, N. Tamburo, L. Adams, K. Condick, M. Homer M.D.U. Best: B. Pickersgill, D. Thorson, S. Forrester, J. Riley, J. Smith, E. Stephenson
Battle of the magpies THE battle of the eastern Magpies versus the western ones never reached great heights, nor was it expected to, being top of the ladder against the bottom. Toora was missing two important players in big man Scammell (injured) and small man Harris (overseas) to further upset the balance. The Toora oval was firm but slippery due to heavy rain Thursday and Toora kicked first with the north westerly wind worth a couple of goals. They were first on the board with a goal to Stuchbery but this was swiftly answered by one from Dalyston’s Thomas after
which the game settled down to some good endto-end football with the teams swapping goals until at quarter time Toora had their nose in front. Qtr time: 3.3 to Dalyston’s 3.2. Toora started well in the second quarter but a free to Maurelli-Pullin could only result in a point and then Dalyston began to use the wind, their forward line took control and the goals flowed. Toora had no answer for Fisher (six goals for the day) ably helped by Graham and Kraska (three each). By halftime the game was effectively over with the scores Toora 3.5 to Dalyston 7.4. With the wind again in the third quarter Toora
would have hoped to be more competitive but Dalyston came out firing with a goal within the first minute and took further control of the game to score 4.1 to Toora’s 1.1. Toora had quite a lot of use of the ball but as has been the case for some time they are lacking in a couple of quality forwards and find it very hard to score Three qtr time Toora 4.6 Dalyston 11.5. Toora seemed to tire badly in the last quarter leaving Dalyston to virtually practice its training drills with the result that the game was played in the Dalyston forward line for most of the quarter and they ran out easy winners 18.12 to 4.6. Next week Dalyston
(who last played at home on May 31 ) will again be away at Fish Creek and if form is any guide should be too good for the Roos, even at Fishy. Toora will be hoping for the return of a couple
of players and to repeat its first round win over old rivals Foster at Toora. Foster has improved a bit since then so they may have to play a bit better than they have been if this is to happen.
Round 13: July 5 I-K v Kilcunda-Bass Fish Creek v Dalyston Kor-Bena v Phillip Island Toora v Foster MDU v Tarwin Stony Creek - bye (DW)
MID GIPPSLAND Round 13: July 5 Morwell East v Trafalgar Yarragon v Newborough Boolarra v Mirboo North Hill End v Thorpdale Yallourn-Yall Nth v Yinnar
GIPPSLAND Round 12: July 5 Bairnsdale v Warragul (Night) Moe v Morwell Drouin v Traralgon Wonthaggi v Sale Maffra v Leongatha
Dalyston Goals: B. Fisher 6, C. Graham 3, M. Kraska 3, K. Thomas 2, D. Wylie 2, M. Schreck 1, M. Rosendale 1 Toora Goals: E. Stuchbery 2, J. Maurilli-Pullin 1, T. Allott 1 Dalyston Best: B. Fisher, C. Graham, M. Rosendale, K. Schrape, K. Thomas, D. Wylie Toora Best: T. Allott, M. O’Sullivan, J. King, E. Stuchbery, M. Hilder, J. Mills
RESERVES Dalyston 16.9.105 Toora 1.5.11 Leading Goalkicker: J. Brooker (D) Dalyston Best: D. Pruysers, B. Van Agtmaal, J. Brooker, L. Wall, P. Dunlop, D. Brown Toora Best: C. Hanratty, L. Toner,
M. McKeane, T. Crawford, B. McGrath, P. Doran
THIRDS Dalyston 25.16.166 Toora 0.1.1
EAST Round 12: July 5 Dusties v Ellinbank Longwarry v Buln Buln Nyora v Nilma-Darnum Poowong v Neerim South WEST Round 13: July 5 Catani v Cora Lynn Garfield v Kooweerup Nar Nar Goon v Bunyip Lang Lang - bye
UNDER 13 LADDER Pts
Corner Inlet .. 11 0 0 445.45 44 Inv-K’wak..... 10 1 0 297.26 40 L’gatha Jnr ... 7 4 0 115.00 28 Phillip Is...... 5 6 0 82.55 20 Dalyston ...... 3 7 1 78.48 14 Kor-Bena ..... 3 7 1 69.60 14 Won Power .... 3 8 0 69.18 12 20.22 4 Kil-Bass.......... 1 10 0
Leading Goalkickers: N. Bainbridge 5, L. McLean 5 (D) Dalyston Best: M. Marotta, J. Legione, N. Bainbridge, L. Bolding, C. McCoy Toora Best: S. Fischer, S. Vening, S. Argento, A. Hewson, J. Vening, M. Edwards
FOURTHS Dalyston 23.19.157 Toora 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: J. Barry 4 (D) Dalyston Best: L. Ion, J. Barry, L. Legione, C. Kilgour, D. Brosnan, C. Loughridge Toora Best: A. Hewson, C. Hilder, J. McDonald, C. Edwards, T. Koolen, O. Cashmore
%
%
Pts
170.94 32 159.72 32 144.64 28 138.72 28 84.01 24 125.42 20 88.56 20 81.39 16 68.14 12 59.16 4 50.21 4
GOALKICKERS M. Kraska (Dalyston) ......... (3) L. Damon (Fish Creek) ....... (0) K. Bergles (Kil-Bass) .......... (5) B. Fisher (Dalyston) ........... (6) J. Wells (Kil-Bass).............. (1) B. Runnalls (Phillip Is) ....... (1) L. McMillan (Inv-K’wak) ..... (3) M. Robbins (MDU)............. (0) C. Urie (Kor-Bena) .............. (1) C. Hay (Tarwin) .................. (0)
Kil-Bass ...... 9 1 Phillip Is...... 9 1 Kor-Bena ..... 9 1 Dalyston ...... 7 3 Inv-K’wak..... 5 4 MDU........... 5 5 Toora... ........... 4 6 Tarwin ............ 3 7 Fish Creek ...... 2 7 Foster ............. 1 9 Stony Creek.... 0 10
0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0
48 44 38 38 34 34 29 29 29 26
Pts
Phillip Is....... 9 2 0 277.52 36 Inv-K’wak...... 7 4 0 160.00 28 L’gatha Jnr .... 7 4 0 144.72 28 Kor-Bena ...... 6 5 0 73.15 24 Won Power .... 5 6 0 86.58 20 Kil-Bass ....... 5 6 0 79.18 20 Corner Inlet ..... 4 7 0 112.10 16 25.12 4 Dalyston ......... 1 10 0 GOALKICKERS H. Kewming (Leon Jnr) ...... (4) 16 M. Moschetti (Phillip Is)..... (0) 12 E. Lamers (Leon Jnr) ......... (0) 11 L. Marr (Foster).................. (0) 10 J. Wrigley (Leon Jnr) ......... (0) 9 J. Sprie (Dalyston) ............. (0) 7 E. Spaull (Won Pwr)........... (0) 6 L. Dayson (Phillip Is) ......... (1) 6 R. Moresco (Won Pwr) ...... (1) 6 B. Senior-Gibson (Won) ..... (0) 6 L. Rathjen (Foster) ............. (0) 6
%
Pts
326.10 36 300.35 36 252.77 36 243.23 28 107.40 22 85.88 20 43.97 16 59.48 12 44.57 10 30.61 4 30.46 0
GOALKICKERS M. Edwards (Kor-Bena) ...... (6) K. Taylor (Phillip Is)............ (0) B. Wallace (Kil-Bass).......... (0) B. Egeberg (Kil-Bass) ......... (1) R. Butler (Inv-K’wak).......... (0) S. McIntyre (Phillip Is) ....... (3) P. McRae (Tarwin) .............. (3) N. Eddy (MDU)................... (2) R. Birnie (Dalyston)............ (2) J. Brooker (Dalyston) ......... (7) J. Sheerin (Inv-K’wak)........ (0)
46 28 21 20 20 17 17 16 15 14 14
UNDER 18 LADDER W L D
%
Pts
748.75 40 319.17 36 345.27 28 223.01 28 157.38 28 72.18 20 56.66 12 56.02 12 41.21 12 24.25 4 10.12 0
GOALKICKERS J. Sanna (Phillip Is) ............ (8) N. Bainbridge (Dalyston) .... (5) O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (0) B. Dorling (Kor-Bena)......... (4) E. Taranto (Inv-K’wak)........ (1) M. Marotta (Dalyston) ........ (4) B. Willder (Toora) ............... (0) D. Crook (Kor-Bena)........... (3) J. Henderson (Kor-Bena) ... (3) J. Buckland (Fish Ck) ......... (0) Z. Walker (Kor-Bena).......... (1)
31 31 30 25 25 21 21 21 20 19 19
UNDER 15 LADDER W L D
27 21 16 13 11 11 11 11 10 10
LADDER W LD
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Dalyston ...... 10 0 0 Inv-K’wak..... 9 1 0 Kor-Bena ..... 7 3 0 Fish Creek.... 7 3 0 Phillip Is...... 7 3 0 Kil-Bass ...... 5 5 0 Foster ............. 3 7 0 Tarwin ............ 3 7 0 Toora... ........... 3 7 0 Stony Creek.... 1 9 0 MDU............... 0 10 0
ELLINBANK
UNDER 11 SENIORS Dalyston 18.12.120 Toora 4.6.30
2 2 3 3 4 5 5 6 7 9 9
W L D
ALBERTON
GOALKICKERS S. Flanders (Foster)............ (3) L. Gheller (Dalyston) .......... (0) R. Angwin (Foster) ............. (1) T. Simpson (Won Pwr) ....... (0) C. Farrell (Phillip Is) ........... (1) L. Cocksedge (Foster) ........ (2) K. Robinson (Phillip Is) ...... (2) N. Anderson (Won Pwr) ..... (2) J. Lamers (Leon Jnr) ......... (3) T. Hanegraaf (Kor-Bena) ..... (0)
W L D
Dalyston ...... 8 Kil-Bass ...... 8 Phillip Is...... 7 Kor-Bena ..... 7 Fish Creek.... 6 Inv-K’wak..... 5 MDU............... 5 Tarwin ............ 4 Stony Creek.... 3 Foster ............. 1 Toora... ........... 1
LADDER
THIS WEEKEND
%
LADDER
RESERVES
FOOTY DRAWS
W L D
• Toora v Dalyston
SENIORS
%
Pts
Dalyston ...... 8 1 0 1417.14 36 Inv-K’wak..... 9 0 0 910.10 36 Kor-Bena ..... 6 3 0 205.66 28 Phillip Is...... 6 3 0 162.70 28 Fish Creek.... 6 3 0 154.52 28 Kil-Bass ...... 3 6 0 83.55 16 Stony Creek.... 2 7 0 57.14 12 Foster ............. 2 7 0 38.40 12 Toora... ........... 2 7 0 24.60 2 Tarwin ............ 1 8 0 33.77 8 GOALKICKERS H. McInnes (Inv-K’wak) ..... (6) 31 D. Brosnan (Dalyston)........ (3) 29 B. Rogers (Fish Ck) ............ (0) 16 J. Stockdale (Stony Ck) ...... (3) 16 Z. Van Delft (Inv-K’wak) ..... (0) 14 K. Reid (Inv-K’wak) ............ (0) 14 M. Mattock (Phillip Is) ....... (2) 14 M. Crutchfield (Dalyston) ... (2) 14 J. Spiller (Phillip Is) ........... (0) 13 C. McInnes (Inv-K’wak)...... (4) 12
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ROUND 11 SENIORS LADDER W L D
%
Sale .........10 1 0 179.17 Morwell ..... 9 2 0 229.98 Bairnsdale .. 8 3 0 162.81 Wonthaggi .. 7 3 1 167.60 Maffra........ 7 4 0 173.16 Traralgon .... 4 6 1 123.06 Leongatha .....4 7 0 101.91 Moe...............3 8 0 75.86 Warragul .......2 9 0 26.30 Drouin ...........0 11 0 15.57 GOALKICKERS D. Sheen (Maffra) .............. (5) J. Gibbs (Bairnsdale).......... (3) D. Bedggood (Maffra) ........ (1) S. Pickett (Bairnsdale)........ (0) E. Shaw (Won Pwr) ............ (0) N. Nagel (Leongatha) ......... (2) M. Ferguson (Sale) ............ (0) D. MacDonald (Morwell) .... (0) J. Gooch (Sale) .................. (3) M. Davis (Sale) .................. (5)
Pts
40 36 32 30 28 18 16 12 8 0 66 56 32 30 29 29 26 26 25 25
RESERVES LADDER W L D
Maffra........ 8 1 Traralgon .... 8 2 Wonthaggi .. 7 3 Morwell ..... 5 4 Sale .......... 5 5 Moe...............5 5 Leongatha .....3 6 Drouin ...........2 7 Warragul .......0 10
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
Pts
529.08 323.00 174.94 154.99 112.30 70.45 123.13 20.64 8.09
32 32 28 20 20 20 12 8 0
GOALKICKERS R. Tack (Wonthaggi) .......... (3) J. Freeman (Sale) ............... (2) J. Langshaw (Maffra) ......... (0) T. Phillips (Morwell) ........... (0) M. Allman (Maffra)............. (0) J. Rohde (Traralgon) .......... (2) D. Loprese (Traralgon) ....... (1) S. Dunbar (Traralgon) ........ (1) J. Tatterson (Maffra) .......... (0) J. Saunders (Maffra) .......... (0)
25 25 20 19 18 17 14 14 13 12
UNDER 18 LADDER W L D
%
Traralgon ...11 0 0 413.67 Sale .......... 9 2 0 193.40 Maffra........ 9 2 0 166.52 Bairnsdale .. 7 4 0 217.56 Warragul .... 5 6 0 88.06 Drouin ...........5 6 0 66.67 Morwell .........4 7 0 98.21 Moe...............4 7 0 63.58 Wonthaggi.....1 10 0 26.28 Leongatha ..... 0 11 0 26.02 GOALKICKERS B. McCarrey (Bairnsdale) ... (1) H. McKay (Warragul) ......... (4) H. Britten (Traralgon) ......... (0) D. Day (Morwell) ................ (1) J. Van Dyk (Moe) ............... (1) D. Kosky (Maffra) ............... (1) C. Graske (Bairnsdale) ....... (0) C. Stockdale ....................... (0) J. Orlicki (Warragul) ........... (2) B. Darby-Lock (Morwell) .... (0)
Pts
44 36 36 28 20 20 16 16 4 0 31 27 24 24 21 20 20 18 17 17
UNDER 16 LADDER W L D
%
Pts
Moe .........11 0 0 424.03 Bairnsdale .. 8 3 0 306.65 Maffra........ 8 3 0 236.32 Sale .......... 8 3 0 224.55 Traralgon .... 7 4 0 270.59 Drouin ...........5 6 0 102.12 Warragul .......4 7 0 90.15 Morwell .........3 8 0 31.31 Leongatha .....1 10 0 18.76 Wonthaggi.... 0 11 0 2.34 GOALKICKERS
44 32 32 32 28 20 16 12 4 0
P. Hill (Bairnsdale).............. (1) A. McKenzie (Maffra) ......... (0) B. Dessent (Sale) ............. (10) L. Di Ciero (Traralgon)........ (9) S. Van Dyk (Moe) ............... (1) K. Duncan (Traralgon) ........ (3) N. Pruscino (Bairnsdale) .... (0) R. Thatcher (Maffra) .......... (0) C. Henness (Sale) .............. (1) A. Young (Moe) .................. (0)
32 30 27 26 25 24 20 20 20 20
Flat out: Luke Castagna gets a handhall out to Tom Marriott. Photo by Mark Drury.
Injuries hurt Parrots MISSING four key players has proven costly for Leongatha, going down to league leader Sale at Leongatha on Saturday.
Even with a full strength side Leongatha would have had to put in one of their best performances for the year to trouble one of the league’s best. The Parrots went into the side without the services of power forward or backman, the versatile Chris Verboon. Also missing was in form back man Sean Westaway, on-ballers Mark Truscio and Jim Parry. Brent Lynch had a knee operation last week and was also out. With very few quality reserves to move up, Leongatha was up against it from the start. Added to this was the hamstring injury to Rhett McLennan during the game which will sideline this player yet again. Despite the heavy rain during the week, the ground was soggy but still in pretty good nick with some sticky patches in the middle. The club made a wise move to not train on the ground on Tuesday night to allow it to dry out for Thursday’s training session and Saturday’s game. The temperatures at the game on Saturday could best be described as freezing; fortunately the sun was shining and no further rain fell on game day. Sale was quickly out of the blocks during
the first quarter kicking with the breeze blowing towards the “Splash” end and Leongatha’s backline was under immense pressure. Considering the wind factor, Leongatha did well to hold Sale to just three goals. At the first change it was Sale 3.4.22 to Leongatha’s no score. It was Leongatha’s turn with the wind however they didn’t make full use, coming in from the Roughead Street pocket proving costly with just the one goal added by Kaj Patterson. The Parrots needed to respond hard to make a game of this but Sale still managed four goals to Leongatha’s solitary major for the quarter. Half time saw Sale 7.4 to Leongatha 1.4. Sale’s defenders were denying Leongatha any opportunity to score. Plenty of play was in Sale’s half of the ground while the Magpies also managed to rebound the ball easily out of defence. There was still only the single goal on the board for Leongatha at three quarter time. It was Sale 12.12 to Leongatha 1.6. Zac Vernon was outstanding for Leongatha, in everything on ball and out of defence. Both the Parrot ruckmen in Ben Willis and Chris Bruns had their work cut out against Sale big man Jack Lipman. Sale’s dominant key forwards in full forward Mitch Davis (five goals) and centre half forward Gooch (three goals) were proving a handful also. All that remained was to see if Sale was
going to pound Leongatha in the last quarter but fortunately for the home crowd, Leongatha managed to turn its fortunes around. Nick Tuckett got a fair bit of the ball while Tom Marriott was contributing well in the midfield. The Parrots added 4.4 to Sale’s 2.1 to give players and supporters some heart in the contest. Leongatha kept trying. Nick Nagel snared two goals with Aaron Hillberg one and Brok Davidson one in a lean day for the forwards. With a brittle playing list, Leongatha is vulnerable and there will be no let-up in the
SENIORS Sale 14.13.97 Leongatha 5.10.40 Sale goals: M. Davis 5, J. Gooch 3, J. Kennedy 2, J. McLay 2, C. Laverty 1, A. Wallace 1. Sale best: J. Kennedy, J. Lipman, K. Martin, N. Mason, M. Davis, J. Dessent. Leongatha goals: N. Nagel 2, K. Patterson 1, B. Davidson 1, A. Hillberg 1. Leongatha best: Z. Vernon, C. Bruns, T. Marriott, N. Tuckett, A. Lynch, N. Lynch.
RESERVES Leongatha 9.16.70 Sale 5.5.35 Leongatha goals: G. Fleming 2, P.
coming fortnight. This Saturday, Leongatha journeys to Maffra to play against the second placed Eagles. The Parrots then host a much improved Wonthaggi outfit in a night match. The only success on the football field for the Parrots saw the reserves record a good win against the higher placed Sale outfit. It was a great win considering the number of reserves stepping up to seniors and a few thirds making up the numbers. Lochie Dumont and Grant Fleming will certainly come under the selector’s notice after both playing great games.
McCaughan 1, S. Embry 1, D. Connelly 1, M. Borschman 1, R. Higgins 1, K. Gray 1, J. Ginnane 1. Leongatha best: L. Dumont, N. Phelan, G. Fleming, M. Grylls, S. Embry, J. Ginnane. Sale goals: J. Freeman 2, M. Ogilvie 1, C. Kelly 1, M. Grubb 1 Sale best: A. Smith, H. Potts, J. Taylor, C. Hudson, C. Kelly, J. Lipman.
UNDER 18 Sale 16.14.110 Leongatha 1.2.8 Sale goals: J. Hanley 3, B. Walker 3, J. Sabell 2, J. Dowsett 2, N. Turner 2, C. Seth 1, B. Jones 1, H. Potts 1, C. Rossetti 1. Sale best: J. Dowsett, J. Sabell, B. Jones, J. Farquhar, N. Turner, M.
Bristow.
Leongatha goals: J. Ginnane 1. Leongatha best: J. Ginnane, B. Moscript, M. Borschman, M. Olden, A. Argento, T. Jones.
UNDER 16 Sale 19.12.126 Leongatha 1.0.6 Sale goals: B. Dessent 10, W. Webb 2, J. McLindin 2, C. Henness 1, J. Safstrom 1, L. Farley 1, J. Collins 1, T. Sabell 1. Sale best: B. Dessent, T. Sabell, W. Stephenson, L. Farley, J. McLindin, J. Collins. Leongatha goals: H. McGannon 1. Leongatha best: N. Trotto, H. McGannon, T. Sauvarin, B. Jones, L. Riseley, A. Argento.
Power in thrilling draw A FAST finishing Wonthaggi Power played out a drawn game on Saturday at Traralgon.
The Maroons are always a tough challenge at any time, especially playing at home. With the added incentive of keeping their season alive this was shaping up as a monumental task for the Power. With Wonthaggi also keen to continue their good form and cement a spot in the top three the stage was set for another
OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Moe 11.11.77 d Warragul 5.3.33 Maffra 11.6.72 d Bairnsdale 10.11.71 Morwell 11.27.93 d Drouin 0.1.1 RESERVES Moe 16.14.110 d Warragul 1.0.6 UNDER 18 Warragul 11.8.74 d Moe 6.5.41 Drouin 7.12.54 d Morwell 2.3.15 Maffra 6.4.40 d Bairnsdale 3.10.28 UNDER 16 Moe 8.7.55 d Warragul 2.6.18 Drouin 8.19.67 d Morwell 0.1.1 Bairnsdale 11.12.78 d Maffra 1.6.12
top contest between two evenly balanced teams. As it turned out it was a game of two halves, Traralgon dominating the action in the first half and Wonthaggi pressing hard to take up the game in the second half. In the end a drawn game, the third draw in the 37 game history between the clubs. Terrible winter weather was predicted but no rain fell during the day. The ground was fairly muddy in the centre and this presented a challenge to both the players and umpires. And where was the crowd? With the result of this game so important to both sides you would expect a bumper crowd, but not so, a disappointing turnout. There was never any doubt about the intensity of this contest with stoppage after stoppage, Traralgon keen to congest play as often as possible and not allow Power to get their dangerous running game going. Wonthaggi would have to be patient and keep to their own game plan. The visitors were first to score through Travis Krause but a free kick to Traralgon’s Adrian Slottje gave them the reply they needed. He followed up with his second soon after and it was Traralgon who were finding the space on their
forward line and putting the defence of Wonthaggi under pressure. A great snap to the dangerous Lee Stockdale put them further ahead but Nathan Jones got on back for the Power with a good goal on the run. Both sides were tackling strongly and the game was not pretty to watch. The home side was doing better around the packs with quick crumbing goals to captain Michael Geary, Tim Johnston and finally a goal to the speedy Michael Jacobsen as the siren rang. It had been a top quarter for Traralgon who were well on top and Wonthaggi who had started slowly would be under pressure to lift if they wanted to keep in the contest. Ben Eddy, Kane McCarthy, Lochie Jones, Jarrod Membrey and Byron Dryden were battling hard down back and Earl Shaw was doing well in the ruck. However the on-ballers of Traralgon in Josh Jennings and Mark Stockdale were getting first use of the ball. Also in defence for the Maroons the experienced Jaime Aitken was directing play, setting up their run out of the backline into attack and he was getting great support from Michael Burge and Matt Lewellin. The second quarter saw Traralgon continue to apply pressure by being first to the
ball with numbers and their pace was worrying the visitors. When Matt Northe goaled for Traralgon they were pulling away on the scoreboard and Wonthaggi could not get into the game. Slottje goaled again to give them a handy lead and their strong tackling was making an impact. A goal off the ground to Nathan Jones was welcomed but Matt Northe responded immediately for the home side. Troy Harley marked and goaled for Wonthaggi but the home side were well in control of the game at half time. The first goal to Tim Gilliland was the start Wonthaggi needed and when Dom O’Connor goaled from a tight angle the visitors were starting to turn the game around. Traralgon were defending solidly but it Wonthaggi that was now finding space and running the ball to advantage. McCarthy, Joel Liddle, Aaron Ware and the Jones brothers were gathering possessions well and creating opportunities up forward. Aitken, Burge and Jackson Hall were defending strongly but Wonthaggi were doing all the attacking. Dryden, Eddy and Coyne were busy in defence for the Power and had closed down the dangerous small forwards of Traralgon. With only 11 points now separating the sides it was game on
as the final quarter began. Wonthaggi were prepared to take risks, transferring the ball from one side to the other and it was paying off on the scoreboard with goals to Michael Kelly and Eli Richards. Wonthaggi was now in front narrowly for the first time and looked ready to kick away. But Traralgon were not finished yet with Slottje getting his third goal for the day to
put them back in front. A free kick to Nathan Jones who had played well all day resulted in his fourth goal and the game was all square again. Wonthaggi went forward again but Traralgon marked on the goal line as the siren rang and the points were shared. Wonthaggi has another vital clash when they host top of the table Sale in what will be another great game.
SENIORS Traralgon 10.10.70 Wonthaggi Power 11.4.70
UNDER 18 Traralgon 19.12.126 Wonthaggi Power 2.1.13
Traralgon goals: A. Slottje 3, M. Northe 2, M. Geary 1, M. Jacobsen 1, L. Stockdale 1, T. Northe 1, T. Johnston 1. Traralgon best: J. Jennings, M. Stockdale, A. Slottje, J. Aitken, T. Northe, M. Burge. Wonthaggi Power goals: N. Jones 4, T. Krause 2, M. Kelly 1, T. Gilliland 1, T. Harley 1, D. O’Connor 1, E. Richards 1. Wonthaggi Power best: K. McCarthy, B. Eddy, L. Jones, N. Jones, J. Membrey, J. Liddle.
Traralgon goals: J. Vucenovic 7, R. Loprese 3, J. Bishop 3, S. Clavarino 1, J. Davies 1, J. Henderson 1, J. Lazaris 1, T. Clayson 1, J. Colaciello 1. Traralgon best: M. Jones, N. Rowley, J. Henderson, M. Membrey, J. Vucenovic, B. Duve. Wonthaggi Power goals: L. Membrey 1, D. Stacey-Van Steensel 1. Wonthaggi Power best: D. Tiziani, D. Stacey-Van Steensel, C. Waters, L. Membrey, P. Dunlevie, C. Gilmour.
RESERVES Traralgon 11.7.73 Wonthaggi Power 6.8.44
UNDER 16 Traralgon 30.25.205 Wonthaggi Power 0.0.0
Traralgon goals: D. Brunt 3, J. Rohde 2, T. Adams 1, D. Loprese 1, L. Phillips 1, C. Parker 1, S. Dunbar 1, J. Suter 1. Traralgon best: J. Bourke, J. Suter, T. Adams, N. Quenault, L. Phillips, D. Loprese. Wonthaggi Power goals: R. Tack 3, P. Young 1, J. Waters 1, T. Gedye 1. Wonthaggi Power best: T. Wells, J. Wallace, W. Luke, K. Atkinson, T. Gedye, R. Tack.
Traralgon goals: L. Di Ciero 9, R. Thain 4, K. Duncan 3, M. Bond 3, B. Britten 3, T. Prosser 2, J. Sands 2, T. Northe 1, G. Batchelor 1, R. Livingstone 1, B. Thompson 1. Traralgon best: L. Di Ciero, K. Duncan, R. Livingstone, B. Thompson, M. Bond, B. Britten. Wonthaggi Power goals: Nil. Wonthaggi Power best: B. Rielly, F. Anderson, R. Williamson, L. Dyball, J. Bates, M. Geyle.
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Sport for all at SPLASH By Tayla Kershaw BALLOON football, boccia, and modified cricket were certainly a welcomed treat on a miserable Wednesday in Leongatha.
Vintage crop: from left, Peter Lowry (Irwin Stockfeeds) presenting winning bidder Mark Hullick (Ruralco, National Sales Manager) a bottle of 2007 Penfold Grange Hermitage, and Andrew Wood, dairy farm consultant.
Auction windfall for Poowong FNC POOWONG FNC president Peter Notman has hailed the 2014 auction a huge success with over $50,000 worth of goods and services sold in an overwhelming show of support for our community football and netball club.
Notman said the success of the auction was due to the generosity of the local community. Over 100 lots were donated ranging from accommodation, contracting, dining packages, farming, home maintenance, lifestyle, and motoring items. One of the most pleasing aspects of the auction was the generosity of the younger club members, with many donating goods and services valued at up to and over $1000. The auction demonstrated a strong sense of the value of community input and the club is sure they are nurturing many future community leaders. With 200 people attending the evening, all lots were fiercely bid for including an original Lionel Rose and Johnny Famechon (two Australian world boxing champions) signed photo, two bottles of Penfolds Grange Hermitage, and a corporate box at Etihad Stadium. The evening was kicked off by Greg Champion from the Coodabeen Champions. Champion commended the club on the professionalism of the way the evening was organised. A massive thank you to player Jason Hibbs for his part in planning and coordinating the night, and along with his computer skills, he ensured the evening ran with seamless efficiency. We cannot thank enough those who generously donated and those who bid. Your donations will go a long way to sustaining our community club into the future.
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Around 40 participants took part in the multisport session at Leongatha’s SPLASH centre thanks to Gippsport and Scope, as part of the access for all abilities program. People from the Gippsland Specialist School, Bass Coast Specialist School, Yooralla First Base and Interchange Gippsland came along to enjoy the fun and games. Leongatha held the fifth multisport sessions with Gippsport and Scope also travelling to Bairnsdale, Morwell, Warragul and Sale. A large number of volunteers also came to SPLASH to help out on the day, including 10 Year 9 students from Mary Mackillop Catholic Regional College. The modified indoor sport session was part of a partnership program with Gippsport, Scope and AFL Gippsland. “We are looking to raise interest in the three
sports and provide opportunity for people with high support needs,” Gippsport’s Dan Poynton said.
“We are hoping to get a Gippsland league happening.” Mr Poynton said the interest has been fantastic so
far. They are now looking for volunteers to organise a league committee. If anyone is interested
in getting involved with the league or the program, contact Dan Poynton on 0428 358 336.
In the jump: Gippsport’s Dan Poynton, centre, tosses a balloon for Corinella’s Bohe and Ryan May.
Friendly volunteers: Gippsport’s Dan Poynton was supported by Mary Mackillop Year 9 students, from left, Katie Baido, Tyson Chandler, Lachie Thomas, Billy Wilson, Zane Allen, Josh Hayward and Mel Brown.
• WONTHAGGI TABLE TENNIS
Rory and Beau win B Grade grand final The experts (Rory Gow and Beau Allamby) went through the whole season undefeated and pulled off the grand final last Thursday.
However, it was touch and go. At one set all the doubles loomed as the decider. Rory and Beau took the first game fairly easily but Matt and Leit (The Eleits) were determined that they were going to give it all they had and came back with a win (11-8) in the second. The third game went point for point with Rory and Beau making it over the line finally, 11-8. There were two singles to go. Matt won his set against Rory and Leit tried very hard to pull off his first win ever against the more experienced
Beau. Beau came in the winner 11-7, 11-7, with the Grand Final going to Experts, three sets to two. The semi final was played earlier in the night between The Eleits and Epic and Awesome (Ben Kent, Darcy Allamby). Ben and Darcy tried their best but the doubles win to Matt and Leit was well deserved and definitely the decider. The match result was 3-2 to The Eleits. The last A Reserve match has been played and the final four decided. It was touch and go between two teams, Rollin Rabbits and Just Rite, to get the crack at the finals. Rollin Rabbits (Bryan Hoghton, Michael Park, Rory Gow) made it and will face off to the top team SDM (Sean Michael, Daniel Park, Matt Kent) on Monday, July 21. The other semi final will
be between Anger Management (David Kimmins, Leigh Allamby, Corey Bennett) and Fearsome Threesome (Nick Gilmore, Claire Anstey, Archie Paxton) on the same night. Rollin Rabbits have a fourth player, Mackenzie Gardner, currently injured and unable to play. A Grade complete the last match of the final round this week. The top four are set in place but the positions are not so these matches will be competitive. Hit Out (Justin Licis, Sebastian Vethanayagam) remain undefeated and in top place. Justin Licis remains undefeated for the season and has been in brilliant form. The tournament for A Reserve and B Grade will be played on Monday, July 14 commencing at 6 pm. The table tennis centre will be open from
5.30pm. B Grade players please turn up to start at 6pm and A Reserve players by 6.30pm. Cost $5 per player. Vic Open Junior Championships: Zach Anstey competed and in his usual style did not come home empty handed. He won Division 3 again and reached the semi-finals of the strong Division 2. Zach went down to 4th seed Luke Cosgriff in the Under 18 Junior Championship Event in a thrilling and heart-stopping five gamer. Social table tennis will have one week off for the school holidays and will resume next Thursday, July 10, 1 - 3pm at the table tennis centre, Wonthaggi. Junior Coaching, B Grade and A Reserve will not play during the school holidays.
A Grade Ladder
A Grade Hit Out (bye)........... 40 41 (170) First Timers ............ 28 29 (148) Handicapped........... 28 28 (136) Clogwogs ................. 24 27 (143) Question Mark ......... 16 27 (133) Inverloch .................. 12 22 (120) Wipeout ...................... 4 21 (108) Leading players Justin Licis (bye) .............. 22 (88) Michael Ede ..................... 18 (77) Bruce Harmer ................... 18 (76) Case de Bondt .................. 14 (61) Dick Holwerda ................. 11 (50) Luke Anstey ...................... 9 (48) Sebastian V (bye) ............... 9 (39) A Reserve (final results) SDM......................... 40 59 (186) Anger Manage’mt .. 24 42 (141) Fearsome 3Some..... 16 41 (158) Rollin Rabbits ......... 16 37 (134) Just Rite.................... 12 35 (137) Young & Oldies........ 12 28 (114) Leading players Sean Michael.................... 17 (53) Matthew Kent................... 17 (51) David Kimmins ................ 15 (47) Nancy Pattinson ............... 14 (50) Nick Gilmore ................... 14 (44) Bryan Hoghton ................. 19 (31)
Korumburra volleyball GRAND Final Results: A Grade: Warriors defeated Bugs (3:1) 21:25, 25:21, 25:11, 25:22. B Grade: Panthers defeated Chargers (3:2) 25:14, 16:25, 15:25, 25:20, 15:9.
Above, Warriors: from left, Michael Axford, Rob Damon, Jessica Sanders, Michael Blogg, Jenny Damon, Anna Curry and Mat Norman defeated Bugs in the A Grade Volleyball Grand Final.
Panthers: from left, Pat Kennedy, Geoff Castle, Dylan Adams, Nicole Dudman and Rob Parks defeated Chargers in the B Grade Volleyball Grand Final.
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