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They all have links with South Gippsland and have long aimed for this moment.

Now is their chance to achieve Commonwealth Games glory.

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Kaila Hutchinson (left), Lisa Alexander (centre, at right) and Eleanor Patterson will compete in the XX Commonwealth Games which start in Glasgow, Scotland, tomorrow (Wednesday). Kaila, nee McKnight, was raised at Stony Creek and will race in the women’s 1500m. Lisa, who once called Leongatha home, will coach the Australian netball team, the Diamonds. Eleanor, a Leongatha girl, will contest the high jump. Wonthaggi table tennis player, Averil Roberts will also umpire at the games. Full story on page 56.

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By Tayla Kershaw CHINESE pilots could learn to fly crop dusting planes at Leongatha Aerodrome in a $1 million deal with Woorayl Air Services.

The deal could benefit the Leongatha airfield to the tune of $40,000 per pilot.

Woorayl Air Services CEO Barry Foster predicted a total of 25 pilots could be trained if the plan proceeded, equating to a $1 million contract.

“I think there’s a likelihood of this going ahead,” he said.

“If it goes through, we will need to hire extra instructors to cope with the intake of pilots.

There will be more people coming to town looking for accommodation and using the businesses, so it will certainly benefit Leongatha.”

The air service signed a $500,000 contract at the start of the year, after a Chinese firm

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Leongatha airfield: South Gippsland Shire Council’s Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks, who was involved in the aviation industry, and Woorayl Air Services CEO Barry Foster are hoping Chinese pilots will be trained in South Gippsland. bought an airplane from the United States.

Under the contract, Woorayl Air Services deployed 13 experienced pilots to work with the Chinese firm on June 20. Three more are set to travel to China soon.

Woorayl Air Services has had a long term relationship with the Chinese firm. The chief pilot was

trained by Mr Foster.

The Australian pilots are based in Jiamusi City, Heilongjiang Province, in north east China.

They have been employed for agricultural management such as spraying fertiliser. A few pilots will stay in China for the firebombing season.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 3

Chopping block Council loses planning director

By Tayla Kershaw A SHAKE up of Bass Coast Shire Council has already claimed one director.

Sea level rise disputed

By Tayla Kershaw and Brad Lester MAPPING accuracy was a major concern presented to Bass Coast Shire Council by residents who will potentially be affected by the land subject to inundation overlay (LSIO).

The overlay will be applied to areas identified as being at risk of river or coastal flooding.

Council maintained no mapping changes were necessary and the overlay - amendment C82 - was based on the best information available.

A number of submitters also argued coastal inundation mapping should be based on a sea level rise scenario of 0.2 metres by the year 2040.

Council’s plan for a sea level rise of 0.8 metres by 2100 allowed for the combined effects of tides, storm surges, coastal processes and local conditions associated with climate change.

Council aims to determine the effects of sea level rise, prepare for potential risks, and discourage de-

velopment in dangerous areas.

According to mayor Cr Neil Rankine, the overlay is a state requirement for council to identify flood fringe and flood storage areas, as well as to consider the sea level rise due to climate change.

This information will inform council whether it is safe to develop infrastructure in certain areas.

One submitter supporting the overlay thanked council for taking steps to warn people of the consequences of building in certain areas and introducing regulations for future development.

The findings will not necessarily ban infrastructure from being built in affected areas but will allow new buildings to be built with any environmental risks in mind.

However Cr Andrew Phillips put forth an alternative motion to seek direction from an independent planning panel regarding the suitability of planning for sea level rise of 0.8 metres by 2100 or 0.2 metres by 2040 for infill development areas.

Cr Bradley Drew said it would be irresponsible for council to do nothing given the 140 submissions received.

Cr Kimberley Brown agreed the matter should be put before a panel.

Cr Phil Wright said the issue had been “totally blown out of proportion”.

Ken Blackman of Inverloch welcomed the amendment as a sign council was acknowledging flooding risks and the prospect of future inundation.

But he said now council has identified the risks, council must now act to prevent or reduce the chance of such flooding occurring.

For him, living on The Esplanade, that entails improving drainage to take water away when a severe downpour or storm surge occurs.

“In December 2010, a lot of water banked up to our place. At one stage, the water was lapping my door and my doormat was floating,” Mr Blackman said.

“My garage was flooded and if the doorstep had been two centimetres lower, the water would have gone inside the house.”

He said the amendment over his property could affect his ability to sell and all he is asking for is council to ensure nearby drainage is the best it can be.

Director resigns: former planning and environment director Hannah Duncan-Jones left Bass Coast Shire Council after nine years of service due to proposed staffing changes. capital expenditure to benefit ratepayers.

Mr Buckley said the realignment process would not impact on any further directing positions.

“The concept is to make sure we are able to deliver good outcomes to the community,” he said.

Ms Duncan-Jones’ role will still function within the council as Jodi Kennedy is temporarily stepping in as the acting director.

“She (Ms DuncanJones) made a significant contribution to in a range of key strategic environ-

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Rough sections of the South Gippsland Highway between Korumburra and Loch have missed out, and so did the KorumburraThe news came just Inverloch Road. a week after The Star “We announced, ran a front page story as part of the 2014-15 about residents fed up with pothole riddled • Deputy Premier Victorian Budget, an additional $130 million roads.

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Deputy Premier and Gippsland said.

“This initial $3.2 million investSouth MLA Peter Ryan said the repairs would be undertaken on four ment will enable vital road repair works to be carried out, and follows key roads: • South Gippsland Highway: our $4.3 million investment to repair $1,732,000 for 1.36km of repairs South Gippsland roads, announced in Yarram and four sections east of in August 2013.

“I will continue to work with the Welshpool; • Korumburra-Wonthaggi Road: Minister for Roads, Terry Mulder, $583,000 for 1.17km of repairs to secure much-need funding for around Clancys Road, south of Ko- our local roads and ensure South Gippsland receives its fair share.” rumburra; Mr Ryan encouraged local motor• Wilsons Promontory Road: $513,000 for 1.01km of repairs south ists to report damaged roads in South Gippsland to VicRoads. of Foster; and “I’ve had strong feedback from • Meeniyan-Promontory Road: $380,000 for 0.79km of repairs past locals who desperately want to see more money invested in our local

THE State Government announced $3.2 million to repair and rebuild roads yesterday (Monday).

roads,” he said.

“The Coalition Government has answered the community’s calls for more funding. Now it is up to VicRoads to carry-out this much needed work.

“Local roads are the lifeblood of our regional and rural communities, connecting people with work, school, family and friends, so it is vital that they are safe.”

mental initiatives,” Mr Buckley said.

“They will certainly continue with Jodi Kennedy.”

Ms Duncan-Jones was responsible for the planning and environment functions of council which include coastal management and planning and building.

According to Mr Buckley, Ms Kennedy will take over the existing work program including the land subject to inundation overlay (LSIO) and make sure it runs smoothly.

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Former planning and environment director of nine years, Hannah Duncan-Jones, resigned recently as a result of changes in the realignment process now underway.

The full organisational review by new CEO Paul Buckley aims to establish council’s key priorities, including the natural environment, growth and development, a healthy community, an effective government and infrastructure.

The realignment is expected to be finalised within two to three months.

But council would not reveal further detail about why Ms Duncan-Jones resigned.

According to Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine, the process will benefit ratepayers because they will be presented with a more efficient government to meet their demands.

“I think the system needs to be shaken up every once in a while,” he said.

“With this process, everyone will have really clear objectives on what is needed to be achieved to respond to the community.”

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Jessica said her journey to NIDA was quite a convoluted one.

“After completing my last three years of schooling at South Gippsland Secondary College, I took a gap year in Germany as an au pair,” She said.

“After I had been out and lived in the world, I started a psychology degree, because I thought it was what I wanted to do and it interested me.

“At the same time I did some film club extracurricular activities and thought it was awesome and transferred into an arts degree.”

It was from then when film overtook Jessica’s life and she started making short films, started writing and did honours in film and television at Monash University in 2012.

“I then spent a year in Melbourne freelancing and started an independent arts group with some friends,” she said.

“We shot a whole lot of documentaries, covered Occupy Melbourne and other things that interested us.

“We learnt how to use the equipment ourselves and the more I did, the stronger the feeling became I wanted to write, that I wanted to create stories.

“At the end of 2013 I applied to the Victorian College of the Arts.”

Unsure of what compelled her, Jessica also looked up NIDA but the deadline for applications had passed.

“I gave them a call and within a couple of days I had sent in an application, had an interview and had been accepted,” she said.

“I decided to make the move up to Sydney at the start of the year.”

Jessica said NIDA focuses on playwriting.

“There are eight of us in the course and seven are playwrights. I am the only screen writer in the course,” she said.

“But it is good to have lots of experiences I wouldn’t normally have.

Just recently I had an impromptu meeting with a film producer.”

Jessica will complete 12 months at NIDA doing course work and will then spend three months writing a thesis.

“It will be a practice based thesis, to reflect the work done in the previous 12 months,” she said.

“My major piece of work is a feature film script. In just five months, it is up to a third draft.

“In a week’s time we have got readings, where we all sit around the table and read our drafts to the others in the group.

“We will do that four times this year. It is actually quite an ordeal to share your work, and with other writers especially.”

Jessica is now writing a black comedy.

“It is a fun little piece that involves a whole lot of fun elements. The main character is a children’s entertainer who is haunted by a young ghost,” she said.

“The interesting part is both the entertainer and the ghost are deaf.

“I have used a whole lot of original music in the script, juxtaposed with silence to illustrate challenges the deaf world faces.

“It’s about connection between worlds. Just because we can’t see it or hear it, doesn’t mean we can’t connect.”

For Jessica, a career based in Australia would be ideal.

“Given the way the industry works here, and how small it is on the world stage, I might have to travel,” she said.

“It is a hard career everywhere, whichever way you look at it. Choosing the life of an artist is a somewhat stupid thing to do, but it is incredibly important we keep carrying our voices through.”

Interested in both film and television, Jessica’s main drive is to have her voice heard.

“I am really interested in writing for the Australian landscape, but saying that, I believe stories should never be exclusively Australian,” she said.

“If it is a good story, it

should speak to everyone on all levels. I want to tell

Creative mind: former local Jessica Marshall is currently studying a Master of Fine Art, Writing for Performance at NIDA in Sydney.

First flight: pilot Dave MacFarlane heads out for his first flight in China.

Chinese pilots may train at Leongatha Continued from page 1.

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“They all love it over there,” Mr Foster said.

The pilots are covering a huge area. According to Mr Foster, each farm system in China is the size of South Gippsland.

“It’s not a farm as we know it. It’s a complex of farms and there’s about 100,000 people per farm,” he said.

Negotiations to train the Chinese pilots will be finalised at the end of the spraying season in September.

If negotiations are settled, some Australian pilots will stay in China longer to help with initial training before returning home.

They will start the spray season here once they are back.

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Spotlight on Kongwak

By Stuart Biggins A KONGWAK couple has taken their bid to sell their house to the national stage.

Bridget and Ben Soumalis’ home will feature on the Foxtel Lifestyle program Selling Houses Australia.

The property has been on the market for 18 months.

Producer of the Sydney based show, Melissa Goffredo, visited the Soumalis family for the first time on Saturday.

“The area is beautiful. I am excited to come down and work in Kongwak,” she said.

Ms Goffredo and a film crew were at the house on Saturday morning to conduct an open for inspection and interview prospective homebuyers, who were asked what changes they would make if they were to buy the house.

Those ideas will be put into action when, on August 5, 6 and 7, tradesmen will descend on the house to perform a makeover.

Mr Soumalis, the coach of the Inverloch football team and his wife Bridget, both teachers at Leongatha Primary School, applied online to have their house considered for the program.

They were required to state in 25 words what made them unique.

Five children in a little house with one toilet and a Skype interview was all it took.

Bridget said, “It has all happened very fast since the application was accepted at the end of June.”

While the children are excited at the prospect of featuring on national television, their parents are more reluctant but realise it goes with the reality show territory.

The makeover has brought an unanticipated windfall to the local community, with tradesmen and materials from windows to blinds all sourced locally.

The post makeover open for inspection of the transformed property is sure to attract a great deal of interest and surely, a buyer.

The Kongwak Community Group too is right behind the project with plans to feed the cast and crew in the town’s hall.

Ms Goffredo said, “It is great to see the local community coming together.”

All queued up: from left Ben, Daisy, 5, Joe, 10, Bridget, Fred, 6, Jimmy, 11, and Billy, 8 on the veranda of their Kongwak home which is about to undergo a makeover before a national television audience.

’Burra homeowners kiss thousands goodbye

By Brad Lester KORUMBURRA residents are losing money as a result of the ongoing Burra Foods buffer zone issue.

Members of the Our Korumburra group last Wednesday told South Gippsland Shire Council their concerns about a buffer zone that could be placed on properties around the factory.

The buffer would warn prospective home buyers of odour and noise associated with the factory.

But home owners who wish to extend, rebuild, rezone or subdivide would

be subject to strict new planning controls.

Viv Pepper said a property sale in Korumburra fell through because prospective buyers were advised of the impending planning scheme overlay.

“The vendor has since been told his property value has dropped by 25 per cent,” he said.

“Real estate agents have advised us not to put our properties on the market because it would be under fire sale conditions.”

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Mr Pepper has a brand new home 250m from Burra Foods. He said his issue was not with Burra Foods, but with the “incomplete and inconsistent information” before council.

He said data about wind patterns, which would affect noise and odour, was outdated.

“I can’t understand why current local data was not obtained on which to base a decision,” he said.

Korumburra resident Paul Rotthier said the buffer zone could have implications for commercial development at a time when there were already empty shops in town.

Cr Bob Newton said

the community was grateful for the benefits Burra Foods brought to the community. He said a previous operator of the factory used to pump waste into the creek, resulting in “the whole hill” “moving with maggots”.

Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett said council was unable to comment as the proposal

was available for public consultation until the end of July.

Council will then assess submissions and produce a report for the September council meeting.

Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks predicted the issue would go before an independent planning panel.

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Victoria’s paramedics are highly skilled professionals who dedicate their lives to serving the community and helping out in tough times.

Ambulance Victoria and Victorian Government representatives have been negotiating with the ambulance union over a new pay deal for paramedics since August 2012.

To break the deadlock, the Victorian Government has agreed with Ambulance Victoria to make a new pay offer to paramedics.

This new offer is fair and reasonable. It includes: • a sign-on payment of $3000 for full-time paramedics (pro rata for part-timers and new employees) – this is twice as much as the previous offer • an immediate 6% wage increase • an increase of 3% in July 2015 and a further 3% in July 2016 – a 12% increase in total.

Paramedics may also receive pay increases arising from the Fair Work Commission’s arbitration of their work value claim.

Paramedics existing terms and conditions will be retained, so that they continue to receive: • 10 weeks paid leave annually • 10 weeks paid parental leave • 6 months long service leave after 15 years service • tax exempt benefits of up to $9000 a year.

Victorian paramedics will still be the only paramedics in Australia to have access to guaranteed superannuation benefits via a defined benefit superannuation scheme, including a lump-sum option after 30 years of service.

These increases will mean an ALS Year 6 paramedic can receive a total package of more than $110,000 a year (including rolled-in-rate, built-in overtime, FBT exempt benefits and guaranteed superannuation benefits – but not additional overtime). In addition, paramedics will receive the $3,000 sign-on payment.

The Victorian Government is continuing to invest in ambulance services, with funding provided for an additional 539 full-time equivalent ambulance officers.

This new pay offer gives paramedics the salary increase they deserve, maintains the generous terms and conditions they enjoy today and recognises the importance of the job they do protecting and saving lives.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 7

Blown away Wind farm changes landscape ROB Liley is concerned about how his beloved Walkerville will look once the Bald Hills Wind Farm has been built.

Up, up: turbines are being erected quickly at the Bald Hills Wind Farm.

While he does not enjoy looking at wind turbines standing up to 135m high across the landscape, Mr Liley believes he will get used to the sight.

But he does not want the wind farm owner – Japanese company Mitsui – to change the region anymore than it should.

“We have been living in a beautiful area and I do not think Mitsui should leave us in a mess,” the beef farmer said.

“We have to go with renewable energy but if they are going to do it, do it properly. Do not leave a mess behind in the shire of South Gippsland.”

Vegetation loss and deteriorating roads top his concerns. He is unhappy Mitsui has been allowed to fence off existing bushland to offset bush that will be lopped to make way for powerlines.

“God has already put those trees there. Mitsui has not put them there,” Mr Liley said.

“If I chopped down a heap of cherry blossom trees in Japan, it would diabolical.”

Bryan Sword, South Gippsland Shire Council’s manager of planning and environmental health, said council had approved a permit for Bald Hills Wind Farm to remove

native and non-native vegetation to install 27km of powerline required to connect the wind farm to the main grid at Leongatha South.

“Vegetation is only permitted to be removed at each site a pole is installed. Broad clearing within the road reserve will not occur,” he said.

“Where practicable, areas which have been previously cleared or existing powerline easements will be used.

“Along the 27km line, it was assessed that 2.26 habitat hectares would be removed. The planning permit requires that a 4.58 hectare offset be provided in perpetuity which is consistent with Victoria’s Native Vegetation Management Plan Framework. The offset will be provided on private land in Tarwin Lower.”

Mr Sword said since the permit was issued, the amount of vegetation required to be removed had been further reduced.

Mr Liley said local roads were not the same as they were six months ago before construction started.

“It’s an obstacle course now. You are dodging potholes and dodging trucks,” he said.

Mr Liley said up to 13 gravel trucks a day have been passing his property on the Fish Creek-Walkerville Road, delivering gravel to the wind farm.

Like many surrounding residents, Mr Liley believes the wind farm should be paying higher council rates than the $130,000 it is expected to.

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Sewerage celebration THE communities of Poowong, Loch and Nyora are invited to join celebrations to mark the start of construction of the towns’ sewerage scheme.

Tax repeal backed THE Federal Government’s abolition of the carbon tax last week was backed by the dairy industry.

While Murray Goulburn did not wish to comment about the impact on the Leongatha factory, the Australian Dairy Industry Council supported the tax repeal.

ADIC chair Noel Campbell said the carbon tax added to the cost of production for dairy farmers and processors, and made Australia less competitive compared to key international competitors.

“At a time when we face stiff competition into key markets like China, we need government policy that helps the dairy industry to be as cost-effective and competitive as possible, while still achieving our goal of reducing emissions,” he said.

Mr Campbell said the carbon tax needs to be replaced by another mechanism to reduce carbon emissions.

South Gippsland Shire Council, Bass Coast Regional Health Service and McMillan MP Russell Broadbent did not wish to make formal comment about the carbon tax repeal.

Retired Discount for home and contents Great meal: Wonthaggi North Primary School Grade 3 students Josh Storer (left) and Ramond Connor enjoy roast beef for lunch at Inverloch’s RACV Resort last Wednesday, during a school excursion to give students new experiences.

RACV to boost tourism

By Tayla Kershaw INVERLOCH’S RACV Resort is looking to expand, with a development worth more than $3 million.

A master plan submitted to Bass Coast Shire Council spruiks a day spa, eco lodge and additional mid range cabins, premium villas, and premium ocean view rooms and cabins.

Council’s acting community and economic development director Antoinette Mitchell said the project would benefit the tourism industry and the Inverloch community.

“There will be some additional employment with the development of the day spa which will be available to the public,” she said.

“The expansion of the accommodation will attract more visitors who will spend their time and money in the local area, which will assist the local businesses.”

But two concerns have been raised with council.

These include flooding of surrounding properties due to the development of the RACV, with additional car parking and buildings possibly increasing the impervious area and causing run-off of storm water, resulting in flooding.

Council noted the RACV had taken measures in the past to work with the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) to increase the capacity of the existing creek and wetlands systems to minimise flooding.

The site is situated within an environmental significance overlay, which will determine the areas that may be under environmental constraints.

Council received the submissions and master plan at the meeting on Wednesday.

Cr Jordan Crugnale said the RACV master plan complemented the existing facility and believed it would be a terrific asset for Inverloch to become an all year round tourist destination.

“The conditions are appropriate, and have considered bushfire and storm water issues,” she said.

“Cultural heritage has also informed the positioning of the expansion.”

The cabins and rooms are proposed to be redeveloped within the existing area.

The day spa and its associated facilities are remotely located away from the other buildings.

Cr Bradley Drew said, “The national and state recognised organisation will increase employment and tourism. This can only be a good thing for the people of Inverloch.”

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South Gippsland Water will be holding drop-in style information sessions and a sausage sizzle on Wednesday, July 23 at Nyora to celebrate with the community.

South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe due Plessis said, “South Gippsland Water staff will be at all three towns to celebrate with the community and answer any questions they may have.

“It is a great opportunity for residents to speak one to one with South Gippsland Water officers and seek further details regarding the scheme.

“Information regarding the construction and connection process will be available including the reticulation pipework designs so the community can see where the sewer pipes will be laid in their street.”

The Nyora Men’s Shed will help cook snags for the sausage sizzle and all are welcome to join in the celebrations at Nyora.

However, for those who can’t make it Wednesday evening, information sessions will still be held in Poowong and Loch on Tuesday, July 22.

Those sessions will be held at the Loch Public Hall from 2pm-4pm, and the Poowong Public Hall from 5pm-7pm.

The sausage sizzle will be held at the Nyora Community Centre from 5pm-7pm.

Health Insurance now available GMHBA

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Pool vision revealed

By Brad Lester THE Mirboo North Swimming Pool Committee has unveiled a plan to help secure the pool’s future.

The pool could be part of a broader community hub based around tourism,

health and recreation.

Committee president Fred Couper informed South Gippsland Shire Council of the plan last Wednesday night.

“We feel that it would develop very real economic benefits for the region,” he said.

“We do not want the

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So hurry and be one of the first to register and receive your free learner driver prize pack by calling Karena on 5662 5500.

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Section 86 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS Foster Swimming Pool - Mon 28 July, 7pm, Foster Golf Club, Reserve St. Ph. 0427 822 006.

Allambee South Community Hall – Mon 4 Aug, 7.30pm, Community Hall, 55 Mirboo-Yarragon Road, Allambee Sth. Contact: 0429 016 442 Foster Stockyard Gallery - Mon 4 Aug, 4.30pm, Stockyard Gallery, Main St Foster, Contact: 5185 1268 HARD WASTE COLLECTION BOOKINGS NOW OPEN Bookings can once again be made during July and August for Council's residential hard waste collection service. 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.

Enquiries: 5662 9200.

COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Road Maintenance: Buffalo/Stony Creek/Trida/Ruby/Hoddle/Kardella Concrete works: TP Taylor Reserve, Sandy Point 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

pool to be a drain on the public purse. We believe it can make money.”

Mr Couper said a new pool could be built on the existing site, with the top half of the pool replaced to address a leak.

The pool committee has engaged the consultant behind the Moe pool redevelopment and expects a draft plan to be completed

by October this year.

The committee also seeks to undertake a costbenefit analysis to consider the type of community hub most suitable for Mirboo North.

That study will be offered to a consultant by way of seeking expressions of interest.

Mr Couper hoped to

return to council with a proposal within six to 12 months.

Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett responded, “I’m a bit of a pessimist but you are giving yourselves the best opportunity to convince us.”

Mr Couper said the pool’s usage rate was double the national average for such pools, with an average of 180 people using the pool per day during the 2013 and 2014 seasons.

Up to 40 per cent of pool users are from beyond Mirboo North, with many travelling from the Latrobe Valley. No doubt the unique bushland setting would be appealing.

“There is no better place on a hot day than the Mirboo North pool,” Mr

Tell us more, CSG group asks AN anti-coal seam gas group has called for the State Government to shed more light on a study of South Gippsland’s geology and aquifers.

The Star last week reported the government’s ‘gravity survey’ aimed to research the possible impacts of a potential onshore natural gas industry on Victoria’s surface and groundwater.

The survey will cover from far West Gippsland, throughout South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires, and towards Yarram.

Coal and CSG Free Mirboo North spokesperson Marg Thomas said the study would increase knowledge of geology and aquifers, but the group did have reservations.

“It is difficult for the public to get any detailed information on the survey.

The government website only covers very basic information,” she said.

“We question what the scientists have been asked to quantify? Will the seasonal effect on water be considered? These points highlight our concern about the lack of transparency of the survey.”

Ms Thomas said to do adequate baseline testing, samples needed to be taken

at intervals over time and stored indefinitely.

“Only three bore holes in each defined area will be tested. Some farmers see this as inadequate and say that a much larger sample size, including dams and rivers, is needed,” she said.

“Farming in our area relies heavily on spring fed dams that have a highly complex connectivity to aquifers.

“However, it has come to light from community consultation that testing will not be done on springs, dams, creeks or rivers, as these are considered surface water and therefore part of the groundwater system and won’t be tested.

“Farmers would like to see a more robust study that considers the interaction between aquifers and surface water.”

Ms Thomas said as the government’s commitment to community consultation would cease once the study is complete, she wondered if knowledge gained from the study would pave the way for future mining activities.

“We do not see that the study, whatever the results, will safeguard our land and water resources from a disruptive and potentially damaging mining industry,” she said.

Couper said.

Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said the pool could not continue to operate as it is, but he welcomed the committee’s vision.

“The pool is in a beautiful location and you are really setting an example to other pool committees as to what can be done,” he said.

Cr Don Hill also praised the committee’s initiative and noted bushland adjoining the pool had always been set aside for a recreation reserve and could be used for the hub.

Here’s hoping: Mirboo North Swimming Pool Committee president Fred Couper (left) discusses the community hub proposal with South Gippsland Shire Cr Don Hill.

MP dials for Dumbalk DUMBALK and district is closer to receiving better mobile phone coverage.

McMillan MP Russell Broadbent has nominated Dumbalk as the priority location for an upgrade under the Mobile Coverage Program.

His office was recently told by the Department of Communications that Dumbalk’s application would now receive “additional weighting in the assessment process for the program”.

“We’re very pleased that Dumbalk has been placed at the top of the priority list for the electorate of McMillan,” Mr Broadbent said.

“It was something I advocated for and something I was able to secure. It’s always a great concern to me when rural areas don’t get the kind of communication services they deserve.”

• McMillan MP Russell Broadbent.

Water may taste strange SOUTH Gippsland Water wishes to advise Cape Paterson customers of a temporary change to the water treatment process over the next month.

The change is being made to ensure on-going high quality drinking water within the town. Customers may notice the water tastes and smells slightly different, with a chlorine smell and taste being more obvious while the change is made and then again when the system is returned to usual treatment process.

These effects should be brief and there are no associated health risks.

If you would like additional information, contact South Gippsland Wa-

ter’s customer service team on 1300 851 636.

Bryan Chatelier, quality manager at South Gippsland Water said, “The water supply is presently disinfected using monochloramine, which is a compound made from chlorine and ammonia.

“To ensure on-going water quality, the Cape Paterson reticulation system will be operated with chlorine disinfection only, for a few weeks.

“This is referred to as a ‘chlorine burnout’ and is common practice within the water industry for management of chloraminated systems.”

Customers are advised the changes should be brief and there are no associated health risks.

Wonthaggi house fire WONTHAGGI CFA has retracted its comment from last week’s edition of The Star.

The CFA had been advised a Coonara

brand wood heater did not cause the house fire in the report “Woman escapes fire”.

It has been determined the wood heater was an unknown brand built-in heater.

POLICE BRIEFS Tyres slashed TYRES were slashed on three cars outside a home in Owen Street, Leongatha, on Saturday night.

Police believed a knife or sharp object was used.

The four tyres damaged were completely destroyed.

Leongatha Police are investigating.

Anyone who saw suspicious behaviour in the area should contact police.

Man attacked A MAN was punched in the face by an intoxicated 19 year old and sustained a blood nose.

The attack was unprovoked.

The 24 year old Leongatha

man was at McDonalds restaurant, Leongatha, with a group of friends at 2.25am on Sunday when he was approached by his attacker.

The Outtrim youth was apprehended by police and interviewed at Leongatha Police Station.

He will be summonsed to court in the near future.

Caught on camera A FIGHT erupted between four people at the Woolworths supermarket in Cowes on Friday.

Cowes Police were called to the scene.

After viewing CCTV footage of the incident, a 16 year old youth will be charged on summons for assault and riotous behaviour.

Fake fifty A COUNTERFEIT $50 note was passed at the Woolworths supermarket in Wonthaggi on Thursday.

Police urge everyone who obtains $50 notes to check them carefully for authenticity.

Traffic trouble TWO drivers were detected over the prescribed drug concentration by the State Highway Patrol recently.

The State Highway Patrol was down to help local police target alcohol and drug affected drivers.

Police also issued 68 other traffic infringement notices.

Most were issued for speeding, using a mobile while driving and not wearing a seatbelt.

Further operations with the State Highway Patrol have been planned for the rest of the year and during the holiday season.

Road users can expect to see a significant police presence over the coming months.

School zones targeted THREE penalty notices were given to drivers speeding through a Leongatha school zone on Monday morning (July 21).

A 52 year old Leongatha woman was amongst the speeding drivers.

She was driving 25 km/h over the limit.

As well as receiving a $406 fine, her licence will also be suspended.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 9

Neil to witness history

By Sarah Vella MIRBOO man Neil Andrews has been selected via ballot to attend the 2015 Gallipoli dawn service, as part of the centenary celebrations of the April 25 landing.

Mr Andrews’ grandfather Duncan Campbell enlisted with the 1st AIF on November 11, 1914 and embarked with the 88th Infantry, 5th Battalion, 2nd Reinforcement on HMAT A46 Clan McGillivray bound for Egypt on February 2, 1915.

“He was injured by shell fragments to his right thumb and chin on April 25, and was evacuated and sent to Malta,” Mr Andrews said.

“My grandfather returned to Gallipoli in 1965 to mark 50 years. Four or five years ago, I thought I would like to go to celebrate the centenary.

“When we put our names in the ballot, we had to say we were direct descendants of a World War One veteran.”

Mr Andrews’ brother put his name in the ballot as well, but was unsuccessful. Out of 40,000 applications, just 8000 were chosen.

“It is hard to think about the number of Australians that went and how many didn’t return. I am not going there to glorify war; it is just a personal thing,” he said.

“My grandfather went back in

1965, and it was just one of those things where I thought, why not.”

After arriving in Egypt on March 10, 1915 Private Campbell was transferred to Mena Cap with his ‘C’ Company 5th Battalion.

The battalion arrived at Alexandra on April 4, and then sailed for Lemnos Island to train for 15 days for its landing on the Gallipoli Peninsula.

“My mother, who is 96 years old, is keener for me to go than ever.

She is really pleased I can go to see where her father had been,” Mr Andrews said.

“She is a big history buff. The plan is to get to Gallipoli the night before the dawn service so we will have a good position. It will be quite busy from Istanbul.”

On the afternoon on April 24, 1915 the warships taking the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps sailed from Lemnos Island on the 60 mile trip to the peninsula.

The armada paused near Imbros Island until around 3am when the moon went down. Into the dark night, the Anzac forces went, landing at first light at Gaba-Tepe.

Private Campbell wrote of his injury in a diary: “Whilst walking along the shore (to the rear aid station), a Turk soldier on an embankment aimed his rifle at me. But I raised my bandaged hand to him and the Turk then lowered his rifle and let me pass.”

Private Campbell was then evacuated to Malta and then to England for convalescing. He returned to Australia on October 8, 1915 and was discharged on July 14, 1916.

Mr Andrews said when Mr Campbell returned from war, he went back into normal life.

“When I knew him, he worked at the post office in Wandin. Around that time there were a lot of Italian immigrants, who he helped with their paperwork,” he said.

“My father came to Mirboo in 1960 and Pop used to come down and visit regularly. He passed away in Mirboo North hospital.

“A lot of veterans don’t really talk about their time at war, but he really wasn’t there (Gallipoli) for very long.”

Mr Andrews is expecting the service to be moving.

“You have got to be proud of the men and women who went to war.

The call was there and they volunteered to go,” he said.

“At the time, they thought it might be the war to end all wars, but that turned out to not be the case.

“I am going there in a way to represent my grandfather and his mates that have fallen. He must have felt the need to go back in 1965 to experience it again.

“I felt that I would like to do the same thing. It has been on my list for a little while, and it just seemed the right time to make it happen.”

Feeling proud: Neil Andrews from Mirboo has been selected to attend the Gallipoli dawn service in 2015, to mark the 100th anniversary of the Anzac landing.

Safer Inverloch A $670,000 redevelopment of a roundabout at Inverloch will improve safety, Bass MLA Ken Smith announced on Friday.

The roundabout, at the intersection of Bass Highway, Williams Street and Inverloch-Venus Bay Road will address the high crash risk.

“VicRoads made changes to the line marking and signage at this

location in late 2013 in response to community concerns. Now the works that I am announcing will go even further in addressing those concerns and I am sure this will be welcome news to the community,” he said.

“The current layout of the roundabout means many drivers travel far too fast as they are going through it, so measures are being taken that will force drivers to slow down.”

Export hopes

By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland could benefit from a new coal project expected to create more than 100 new jobs in the Latrobe Valley.

Shanghai Electric Australia Power and Energy Development (SEAPED) has been awarded $25 million to develop a $119 million demonstration plant at the AGLowned Loy Yang A Power Station in the Latrobe Valley.

SEAPED plans to build and operate a pre-commercial briquetting plant and cogeneration unit to produce briquettes for export to China to fuel a power station in Shanghai.

The briquettes could be exported from Port Anthony at Barry Beach near Toora.

A spokesperson for the Victorian Government said, “As part of the project, Shanghai Electric Australia Power and Energy Development is currently developing a transport study to determine the export process.

“The transport study will confirm the use of road and or rail and the preferred port. Port Anthony, Port Hastings and Geelong Port are all being considered.”

South Gippsland Shire Council’s manager strategic planning and development Paul Stampton said at this stage Port Anthony’s capabilities were limited by port size and boat vessel draught restrictions in Corner Inlet.

“It is only capable of accepting small ships of around 10,000 tonnes with a less than 10 metre draught,” he said.

“This would likely not be suitable for high volume export of coal products. Small demonstration quantities of coal product could be containerised for export through the Port of Melbourne or perhaps through available bulk handling capacity in other Victorian ports.”

Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources Russell Northe said the plant would upgrade brown coal in a way that is more efficient, generates fewer emissions and provides strong export potential.

“Its success could enable a commercial scale plant to supply all generators in the Latrobe Valley,” he said.

Figures show there have been five crashes at the location in recent years, resulting in four people being injured and one person being seriously hurt, Mr Smith said.

“The roundabout itself will be made much larger, and three of the road approaches will have curves built into them,” he said.

“This means drivers will have to progressively slow down through these curves before entering the roundabout at a much slower and safer speed.”

In addition to changes to the design of the roundabout, there will also be speed limit reductions on Williams Street with the 60km/h zone being extended all the way to the roundabout.

“Drivers will notice that Williams Street will also be narrower just prior to the roundabout to slow down drivers on the approach from this direction,” Mr Smith said.

Further intersection improvements will be made at the junction of Cashin and Bear streets, and a new roundabout at Bayview Avenue and Korumburra Road.

The Victorian Government has approved more than $127 million in the past year for 121 Safer Roads Infrastructure Program (SRIP) projects across the state.

“With this latest approved project, spending on SRIP will increase to a total of 122 projects, worth over $128 million, with over $81 million committed for 65 projects in regional areas,” he said.

“Further projects will be announced as high risk sites are assessed for these specialised treatments.

“This important and targeted program is helping us build on the road safety gains of recent years, which have led to successive, record low death tolls, while continuing our focus on reducing serious injuries.

“Our aim is to identify road hotspots and implement known safety improvements to guard against road crashes and help protect drivers.”

SRIP is funded by the Transport Accident Commission, while VicRoads manages the development and delivery of the program.

An evaluation into the effectiveness of SRIP by the Monash University Accident Research Centre has identified that the program is a producing a reduction of 31 per cent for all serious crashes.

Taking action: VicRoads regional director Scott Lawrence (left) and Bass MLA Ken Smith at the location of the Williams Street/Bass Highway roundabout.

Coal Creek breakthrough COAL CREEK is now officially a museum.

The community park and museum was last week bestowed museum status by Museums Australia (Victoria).

A formal presentation

Ready to serve: Coal Creek’s train, the Count Strzelecki, will return to service next month.

of the accreditation certificate, signed by Victorian Arts Minister Heidi Victoria, will be made at the 2014 Victorian Museum Awards in Melbourne on August 7.

Site coordinator Rowena Ashley said, “Everyone at Coal Creek has a new spring in their step and smile that you cannot remove.

“After 40 years of operating Coal Creek can now stand with its head high being officially judged a museum.”

She said the many years of dedication by volunteers and staff have contributed to attain the accolade reflected that preserving a community’s identity through interpretation of its collection and oral history was essential.

“We all owe a debt of gratitude to the foresight of the Korumburra and South Gippsland community for saving these very precious objects and buildings,” Ms Ashley said.

“Everyone at Coal Creek is proud of what we have achieved but even prouder of the important role we play in preserving

our cultural history for the next generation.”

To become accredited, museums spend up to three years developing procedures, policies and practice to meet recognised museum standards.

Elizabeth Marsden, manager, Museum Accreditation Program, Museums Australia (Victoria), said, “We are delighted to recognise the hard work and commitment shown by the team at the Coal Creek Community Park and Museum.

“Caring for our shared heritage is an important task and by becoming accredited Coal Creek has proven to be a leading museum in Victoria.”

Coal Creek was also highly commended for its commitment towards Aboriginal reconciliation and the Memorandum of Understanding it has developed with the Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation.

The park’s steam train will be operating from August 10. The train, the Count Strzelecki, has been restored over the past six years.

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LYRIC Theatre held an 8th birthday party for Blood Brothers characters Mickey Johnstone (played by Russell Hemming) and Eddie Lyons (Graeme O’Connor) last Thursday night. Cast and crew celebrated with a cake while at rehearsal at the company’s Eagger Studio in Leongatha.

THE Wonthaggi Theatrical Group committee is seeking people to perform for a program run by Alzheimer Australia.

Every month or so, Alzheimer’s Australia runs a Memory Lane Café for local people with dementia and their carers.

They are looking for performers, available in the day time, to perform, at the morning sessions held at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club.

FOR ADOPTION

There is a small payment for performing ($200), the experience would be beneficial and participants would be doing something worthwhile.

To find out more, contact Annette Davey on 0408 806 161.

MEMBERS of the woodworking sub-group of the Leongatha Art and Craft Society are now preparing garden furnishings as club projects for the Leongatha Daffodil Festival.

The group’s tent, with woodturning, scroll sawing, display and sales, will be in the gallery courtyard on Thursday, August 28 to Saturday, August 30.

THIS year marks the 40th year of existence for the South Gippsland Concert Band, previously known as the South Gippsland Wind Orchestra.

The band is organising a reunion for October 4 and 5. All past members, families and friends of the band are invited to attend.

If you are interested and have not yet been contact-

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ed, please call Greg Frank on 0428 741 615 or 5674 5506 for more details.

A USEFUL parenting tip courtesy of Leongatha Primary School’s newsletter, with regards to discipline.

The school suggests giving lots of attention to behaviour parents don’t like can often reinforce it, and so recommends parents notice more of their child’s good behaviour and comment on this rather than the bad behaviour.

CANCER Council Victoria is encouraging schools across Victoria to show they care about beating cancer this Daffodil Day, Friday, August 22, by registering to raise funds and awareness.

Schools can register to receive a free fundraising starter kit, including merchandise such as pens, pins, key rings and wristbands, to hand out in return for a gold coin donation.

Getting involved is easy, fun and a great way for students and the school community to participate in fundraising for vital

cancer research, support services and key prevention initiatives, such as SunSmart. Funds raised help support the 80 Victorians who are told they have cancer every day.

To register your school, order a merchandise box or donate by visiting www.daffodilday.com.au or phone 1300 65 65 85.

BASS MLA Ken Smith invited Victorian coastal volunteer groups to apply for a new round of Coastcare grants, with a total of $200,000 in Victorian Government funding available.

“Coastcare grants provide funding to support important projects for Victoria’s coastal environments to help protect and enhance Victoria’s beaches and coastal waterways,” he said.

“Coastal groups can apply for small grants of up to $7000 and medium grants between $7000 and $20,000.”

Applications close on Friday, August 15.

LOCH kinder is holding a trivia night on August 30 at 7.30pm at the

Email: col7@thestar.com.au Post: PO Box 84 Leongatha 3953 Fax: 03 5662 4350

Loch Public Hall.

All proceeds go to the Debbie O’Halloran Recovery Fund. Debbie is in rehab and doing well.

Come along and have a great night out with your friends and family to support our good friend and great teacher.

To book a seat or table please phone kinder on 5659 4200. Tickets $15 per person. Supper is supplied.

GLEN Alvie author Tayla Kershaw recently released her first novel on eBook.

Alliance (The Convergence Book One) is available through Amazon for $3.99 on Kindle.

It is a fantasy novel targeted for young adults.

Tayla is also a journalist at The Star.

To buy the Kindle edition, follow the link: http://www.amazon.com. au/dp/B00LWHSDQS/.

Top right: First novel: Tayla Kershaw’s eBook Alliance (The Convergence Book One) is now available on Amazon.

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Strange sight: it’s not everyday that a kangaroo or wallaby decides to take a quick dip in the surf, especially in the middle of winter. But that is what happened at Venus Bay recently and Michelle Godfrey of the Venus Bay Angling Club sent in this photo to prove it.

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(Korumburra Vet Clinic), is the South Gippsland Shire Pound Mon-Fri, 8.30am - 5.30pm on 5658 1900

Hell of a mob: promoting awareness of Parkinson’s Disease are, from left, Trevor White, a veteran of five walks; Frank Considine and Sheron Considine, Kim Bolding, Gippsland Southern Health Service social worker, Pearl White, Palma Noblet, Jan Travers, Colin and Faye Simmonds, and Phil Garlick.

Walk in the park

By Stuart Biggins PARKINSON’S Victoria has its annual fund raising and public awareness event, A Walk in the Park, on Sunday, August 31.

Citizens Advice Bureau Corner QUESTION OF THE WEEK Q: The family are keen on fishing, where can I find out the good spots in this area?

A: We have a little booklet called ‘Inspiring Gippsland Fishing’ that is available from the Bureau, call in and collect one.

Hours: Monday To Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm and Sunday 11am to 3pm

Phone 5662 2111 | Email cab@dcsi.net.au

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We are on the corner of the Memorial Hall, opposite the Post Office.

Walk options are two or four kilometres and the event with entertainment is focused on Federation Square in Melbourne.

Frank and Sheron Considine of Leongatha have participated in Parkinson’s Victoria’s ‘a walk in the park’ twice before and Frank says, “They get a hell of a mob,” Frank said.

Sheron added, “And a lot of dogs. It’s a really good day out.”

A support group for local people living with Parkinson’s has been operating since November 2004 and has members

from the area bounded by Corinella, Foster, Venus Bay and Mirboo North.

The group provides a venue for persons living with Parkinson’s and their carers where they can all feel comfortable and enjoy the monthly meetings and guest speakers at the Leongatha RSL. Recent speakers have been Joelly Champert from the Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria and Kim Bolding from Gippsland Southern Health Service.

More information for those keen to join in A Walk in the Park and help raise funds to support services and research for Parkinson’s Victoria can be found at www.parkinsonswalk.com.au For more information on the not-forprofit organisation visit the facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/daybydaypddiary

Top honour: Samantha Wearne (left) receives the public speaking cup from adjudicators Avril Van Wamel and John Cocking.

CWA entertains SINGING and sketches filled the Ruby Hall recently as members of the Country Women’s Association staged their performing arts festival.

The CWA Gippsland Hills Group put on solos, group songs in costume, sketches, solo verse and prose, recitations and public speaking.

The Bena ladies told the old story of Little Red Riding Hood told as you’ve never heard it before, and had the audience in stitches.

A rendition of Banjo Paterson’s The Bush Christening earned high marks from the adjudicators.

However, the public speaking from five ladies who all earned enthusiastic applause, was the highlight of the day and was won by Samantha Wearne.

Constructive critiques from the adjudicators Avril Van Wamel and John Cocking gave valuable advice to all participants.

Coordinator Lois Wust, together with Marion Humphrey, kept the audience entertained between acts with jokes, ad libs and short stories.

All enjoyed a delicious lunch and afternoon tea catered for by the Kardella branch.

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OPINIONS Just listen

DOES our government listen to us?

The answer is “no”.

We are given things like overtaking lanes, desalination plants and super-size-me coal mines, but did we ask for any of them? No. I remember when I was a child, being given things I didn’t want – like manicure sets or encyclopaedias – and having to be grateful for them.

Wishing that I could be given things like a bit of time and attention, but, of course, no-one was listening to me.

Now I feel this way about our State and Federal governments. They give me things I don’t want, like a cut in my tax, which means nothing when you’re on a low income.

Or paid parental leave when I have no children at home. Or an overtaking lane, when I turn off the highway before I get to the outskirts of Mirboo North.

But they don’t give the young people I care about better educational or job opportunities. They don’t give them a healthy future free of fossil fuel pollution.

They don’t improve public transport. The Federal Government Liberals are gloating over removing the carbon tax. Now there is a licence to pollute. I’m so sorry, children. So sorry.

I remember a time when government meant leadership, wise guidance and the best of intentions for the majority of people.

Now it is only for the wealthy, the mining companies (hello, why is Clive Palmer in government?) and the shareholders. Not me, and not anyone I know.

I congratulate Greens and independent politicians who keep trying to keep the door to democracy open. They are brave people, trying to stand up against vested interests.

Have a think about other things governments have given

us lately. Is it anything we need?

Anything we’ve asked for? Better hospitals? Child care? Education? Community services?

Clean air?

What is your wish list?

Kate Jackson, Mirboo North.

Roads disgrace WE ARE just finishing driving around much of Scotland, England and now Jersey on the Channel Islands.

It makes us realise what a shocking state South Gippsland roads are in by comparison.

At year’s end we have friends coming from multiple destinations overseas to stay and are embarrassed to have to showcase our wonderful region on such potholed roads with rough edges, surfaces and lacking sufficient passing lanes.

It’s akin to driving in Third World countries.

Clearly the standard set for road building in the region does not cater nor address projected heavy vehicle haulage or wet weather.

South Gippsland has a significant proportion of traffic as heavy vehicle (milk tanker) transport and it’s wet climate is well known. Are these factored into road foundation requirements? It would seem not.

It is time this was made an election issue in South Gippsland and maybe time we had a local member who fought hard to put infrastructure, in particular roads as a very high priority.

No point acknowledging responsibility at the end of one’s term when little has been done to address our ghastly roads!

Services and facilities seem to be put behind welfare and other side stream bureaucratic perceived needs these days. It’s time the priorities were changed as were maybe a few MPs. Tony Griggs and Linda Nicol, Hallston.

E D I T O R I A L

Roads relief YESTERDAY’S news of $3.2 million in state funding to fix potholed roads is fantastic news for the region.

For too long The Star has been reporting sad tales of expensive car repairs due to South Gippslanders hitting potholes on roads that look out of place in a First World country like Australia.

At least this funding shows that Deputy Premier Peter Ryan is listening to the requests of his constituents.

But what is of concern is the State Government last announced funding for road repairs for this area in August last year.

While the sum given then - $4.3 million – was substantial, the fact another $3.2 million is needed now shows that either roads are expensive to repair, or that roads are not made to cope with South Gippsland conditions.

This latest funding is welcome but still more roads need attention.

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by David Clarke

MORE or less shire amalgamation?

It just depends what you want to believe. This is the verdict, by expert psychologists, especially to explain wide division of opinion between climate scientists and climate change denialists, like the current Federal Government.

Some people believe major benefit with shire amalgamation is one set of management/ admininstration overhead costs spread across more ratepayers, reducing duplication at each of proposed member shires.

Cr Phil Wright has reported that, from recent meetings of local government councillors, they expect more amalgamation, not less.

As Don Cummins explained, this is exactly what the people of Mansfield were told.

Obviously, they didn’t want to believe it.

An interesting story in The Saturday Age recently reviews the history of General Motors, following Roger B. Smith being CEO from 1981 to 1990.

His main policy was to amalgamate all except production lines into a “more efficient” single cost centre in Detroit.

As a consequence, the different brands of Chevy, Buick, Cadillac etc, which had previously been in friendly competition, with separate identities, suddenly became very much the same variants of blandness.

Investments were made in new facilities, very expensively, distributed unevenly and not delivering appropriate return.

Big changes are difficult to reverse. Smith died in 2007, when GM’s market share had dropped from 46 per cent in 1981 to 24 per cent.

Per Mansfield, amalgamation did not deliver expected economies of scale, except for budget cuts, like reduced regular road maintenance.

After de-amalgamation, Mansfield rates really did increase, with the cost of reinstating roads, for example, being six times more than what it would have cost for regular maintenance.

The smaller team is much more accountable to the community, takes responsibility directly and is able to organise its own projects, for things like

swimming pools, without expensive plans and revision(s) by consultants.

Of course, the experts advise that it’s only rarely that facts and reality can change strongly held beliefs.

Strange brand of cattle, us humans.

Bernie McComb, Cowes.

Attention men’s sheds I AM writing to let you know that beyondblue is giving away free computers and internet connections to newly-established men’s sheds across Australia.

We still have quite a few computers to give away and I would encourage anyone thinking about establishing a new men’s shed in their community to get in touch with the Australian Men’s Shed Association, which administers this initiative.

The Australian Men’s Shed movement has brought together thousands of men over the past decade to share their interests, learn skills and build lifelong friendships – and this has benefitted not only the communities in which the sheds have been established, but also the men themselves.

For men who don’t have a computer at home, they can use the shed’s computer to develop new skills, access websites, email family members and perhaps learn how to pay bills online.

Also, all of the men’s sheds

have a page on beyondblue’s The Shed Online website www. theshedonline.org.au, where they can promote their activities and interact with the broad online community.

Research shows that attending a men’s shed can improve men’s mental and physical wellbeing by helping them feel socially connected and less lonely.

With loneliness and social isolation a growing problem in our communities, establishing a men’s shed is one of the best ways to ensure that men in your community stay connected to each other.

The sheds often foster a sense of acceptance and create a sense of purpose as the men work together on projects such as making or fixing things for the community, So if there has been talk of starting up a men’s shed in your area, please contact the Australian Men’s Shed Association on 1300 550 009 to find out how to access the benefits that they bring.

Georgie Harman, beyondblue.

Backing churches IN reply to the criticism of non-taxing of churches (“Rates unfairness”, letters, The Star, July 15).

Everybody is entitled to their own belief system and I do not begrudge the lady the right to choose her own.

However to my way of thinking we should be asking ourselves what benefits we re-

ceive if any under the present arrangements, and whether it is more beneficial to encourage or dismiss them.

Firstly, the Christian churches of Australia contribute over one billion dollars to the welfare system of this country.

This is money that would otherwise come straight out of the taxpayers’ pockets.

It is not given under the premise of converting to such a religion but instead is offered freely, with no strings attached, simply because Christ taught “love thy neighbour”.

Perhaps the writer should stop and think of the hours and hours of volunteer work - unpaid work - that many Christians put in despite people like the writer being so unappreciative.

Secondly, does the writer realise the religion of atheism has cost countries many, many more dollars than all other religions combined.

People like Pol Pot, Hitler, Stalin, Chairman Mao, Ghengis Khan etc have managed to destroy more lives and cause more misery than any church of any persuasion has ever done.

I would ask the writer to take a closer inspection of history, crunch the numbers, and revise her opinion of the “business of being a church”.

I am a Christian. I do not have blind faith or see my contributions as making a church fat and wealthy.

I contribute in the hope I am making a difference and helping others to cope with life.

Kim Robey, Wonthaggi.

VOXPOP! VOX Would you like to see the bike path extended from Inverloch to Wonthaggi?

“Definitely. I see a lot of people riding on the road and it’s a bit dangerous. Bike riding seems very popular now too.”

Adam McNally, Wonthaggi.

“It would be good. If you have a friend who lives in Wonthaggi, you could go visit them without being driven by your parents.”

Ashleigh Peterson, Inverloch.

“Yes, then we could walk all the way to Kilcunda.”

Richard and Julian Harding, Inverloch.

“Yes because I think it’ll be safer for cyclists as opposed to using the main road.”

Ben Thomas, Pound Creek.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 13

“Meeniyan On Fire” Street Festival

SATURDAY JULY 19

Hot Meeniyan MEENIYAN was alive on Saturday with the sights and sounds of the annual Meeniyan on Fire festival.

People flocked from all over the district to the town and to enjoy the fine weather.

A choir and band added colour to the main street, which was lined with all manner of food, plant and craft stalls.

President of the Meeniyan Tourism and Traders Association, Marty Thomas, called the festival a great success.

“It was fantastic and we were so lucky

to have good weather four years in a row,” he said.

Mr Thomas said the decision to extend the festival along the main street worked well.

“We have the festival to bring the community together, to get people out and about at a time when there is not a lot else happening,” he said.

And in a great compliment to the people of the area, the potato twist stall holder said she noticed how polite children were.

Clowning around: Koko the clown was popular with children whom he delighted with his balloon bending skills. Here he is with Jonah Martin and mother Lauren from Leongatha.

Winter warmth: the Snow Queen was popular with festival-goers of all ages. Here she greets fan Marty Thomas, president of the Meeniyan Tourism and Traders Association.

About to start: Flynn and Ava Lord from Meeniyan were excited to come along to the film night at the Meeniyan Hall on Friday afternoon.

Jumping juniors: from left, Cooper Kelly, Lylah Kelly and Cye Dale-Haywood from Meeniyan learnt about escaping from a burning house at the CFA stall.

Barn buddies: from left, Taj, Bella and Molly Grimley from Kardella nurse guinea pigs at the Barn Buddies Mobile Farm.

75 years strong THE Meeniyan Hall celebrated its 75th anniversary on the weekend, coinciding with the Meeniyan on Fire festival.

A display of memorabilia in the foyer traced the history of the hall first built in 1891.

The original inadequate hall was rebuilt in 1909, but when that burnt down in 1938 the current hall, opened in 1939, was built at a cost of £2500 from public debentures, many of which were on display.

Old movies were on offer on Friday night and while the two sessions only drew small crowds, Richard Powell said, “These things take a while to catch on.”

The film night included screenings of beloved classics Bugs Bunny in Rabbit Seasoning, Laurel and Hardy in Another Fine Mess, and Charlie Chaplain in Vagabond Lover.

At 8pm, viewing was aimed for those who were “young at heart”, with screenings of News, Shorts and Charlie Chaplain in Gold Rush.

Donations were welcome but the entry was free. Festivities continued with a jazz night on Saturday.

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ON 27 JULY, NEW TIMETABLES WILL ARRIVE. Hey, Mr Chester: Leongatha Secondary College Year 9 students, in white, from left, Alice Ball, Zac Caughey, Jake Rockall and Kiera Brown welcome new principal Wayne Chester.

Principal seeks fresh challenge

By Brad Lester HE’S worked at school camps, been president of the Foster Football Club and loves to surf.

Now father of two boys Wayne Chester is ready for his next challenge: as principal of Leongatha Secondary College.

He assumed the role last Monday, having served as principal of Yarram Secondary College since 2010, and previously acted in that position.

The top job at Leongatha appealed to him as a chance to further himself.

“I have worked in education for 12 years and it was all in one school, so it was an opportunity to expand my knowledge and take up a new challenge,” Mr Chester said.

“I loved what I was doing at Yarram Secondary College, and the staff and the students were all positive.

“Leongatha Secondary College has been rebuilt and I have heard some good things about what has been happening here over the years.

“Being on the site as part of the education precinct adds another layer to what I will be doing here.”

Mr Chester said the vision for a trade

training centre at the school was progressing and that program is expected to be operational by the start of next year.

“In the short term, my plan is to get to know the staff and ask a lot of questions.

Also, I want to get to know the students and get to know the families, and to encourage families to speak to me if they have any questions or concerns,” he said.

“There are great things in place to improve the kids’ outcomes and I want to support the staff in making those initiatives as successful as possible.”

The Foster man also plans to become familiar with feeder primary schools.

His first week was far from relaxing, with assemblies to address, lunchtime woodwork lessons to inspect, and a science class to take.

“I’ve always enjoyed working with young people,” Mr Chester said.

Before pursuing teaching, he worked at school camps at Gembrook, Camp Rumbug at Foster North and then Catherines’ Creek camp at Allambee.

He joined Yarram Secondary College as a physical education teacher in 2002.

Mr Chester welcomes inspections of the college.

From Sunday, 27 July, a statewide public transport timetable change will deliver almost 4000 extra train, tram and bus services every week.

What does this mean for you?

A new timetable on the Cranbourne/Pakenham lines will boost the frequency of train services. The Frankston line will have more services in the morning peak.

More than 130 bus routes across Victoria will have new timetables to better connect with trains, boost frequencies and to extend bus services to new areas.

Helping hand: Mary MacKillop College students David McAlpine, Tayla Delaney, co-founder of the One Girl charity Chantelle Baxter and Eden Ward meet Righteous Pups’ Grace and Fergus. Grace and Fergus are trained for autism assistance.

The tram network will be reshaped with a new Route 12 and some route changes to simplify the network, add extra services and boost capacity in fast-growing areas of the inner city.

Teens walk for charities

By Tayla Kershaw

All V/Line train lines will have new timetables, with some trains departing earlier or later, and some changes to journey times.

SEVEN charities will benefit from Mary MacKillop Regional Catholic College’s upcoming walkathon.

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Students will be dropped off in Koonwarra and will walk the Great Southern Rail Trail back to school on August 8.

The school is aiming to raise $16,000 to share between the charities.

“It’s normally very successful,” Mary MacKillop student and justice captain Eden Ward said.

The school has managed to raise $200,000 for people all over the world

since 1999.

This year’s charities include Trinity Families, the Mary MacKillop Foundation, the school for poor Tribal Christians in Bangladesh, the primary school in Gumaca West Central Philippines, One Girl, Righteous Pups and the Tika organisation.

These charities were chosen based on suggestions by staff and students.

Students will raise funds for the charities for up to two weeks after the walkathon.

“I love the walkathon,” student and justice captain Tayla Delaney said.

“It gets the whole school and community involved and it really is a good time.

It makes our school special.”

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 15

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From Huckleberry Finn to Elvis, and maybe Obama MISSISSIPPI River cruising is a new product on the Australian market and attracting great interest.

As Jill Carmody at Jetset Leongatha says, “A Mississippi cruise takes you to the very heart of America and touches on several states.”

Jill and Ed Carmody are escorting a 20 day APT tour departing New Orleans on September 3, 2015.

The tour - The Big Easy to The Big Apple – is a 12 night luxury land journey and seven night Mississippi River cruise.

The departure port of New Orleans is one of the United States’ most fabled cities and rightly so especially for its vibrant French Quarter, jazz scene and Cajun cuisine.

The first two nights of the luxury tour are at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Hotel – the Roosevelt New Orleans before embarking aboard the Queen of the Mississippi for seven nights cruising along the mighty Mississippi.

The ship’s charming exterior belies an interior that presents every 21st century comfort and convenience imaginable.

There is much history to explore along the way to Memphis, which includes wonderfully restored old mansions, and learning about the life and times of early cotton plantations at a working cotton farm.

The cruise also takes in Vicksburg, site of a 47 day siege during the American Civil war.

On board along the way there is a wide choice of activities from lectures, presentations or time to relax in one of the ship’s many comfortable public areas: six spacious lounges, several outdoor deck areas, the Grand Dining Room and Top Deck Cafe, the Mark Twain Library and chart room, gym and putting room.

There is famed American hospitality and distinguished dining, with complimentary beer and wine at lunch and dinner.

Graceland, the former home of Elvis

Presley is included in the tour.

Travellers disembark from the Mississippi cruise in Memphis in the heart of the Deep South and blues country.

At Nashville there is a back stage tour of The Grand Ole Opry House and a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville.

From Nashville the tour continues by air to the country’s capital, Washington DC for three nights to take in the many sites of national significance.

The route to New York City is via Philadelphia for one night, home of the Liberty Bell and the Ivy League Princeton University.

Travel through fascinating Amish country, and set off on a horse and buggy tour of the area with an Amish guide.

Accommodation in New York City is at the Westin New York Gran Central, Midtown Manhattan, the heart of the city from where you are perfectly placed to understand the diversity, charm and incredible substance for which this city is renowned.

The tour price includes all gratuities and airport transfers, plus a comprehensive range of shore excursions and sightseeing too numerous to mention here.

The Big Easy to The Big Apple represents excellent value and availability is limited. Enquire early to secure a place and avoid disappointment.

Jill and Ed have escorted several tours with APT and have many repeat clients who enjoy the friendly congenial group travel.

Often family and friends from South Gippsland travel together and it does not take long for everyone to get to know each other and join in the fun.

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PAGE 16 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Teens welcome Turkish friends LEONGATHA bid farewell to a Turkish entourage yesterday (Monday).

Southern icon: students of Leongatha Secondary and Mary MacKillop colleges took their new Turkish friends to Wilsons Promontory National Park during their recent visit.

Candidate calls for CSG unity

By Tayla Kershaw THE Independent candidate for Bass Clare Le Serve has farming interests at heart.

The current Bass Coast Shire councillor has called upon her Liberal Party opponent in this year’s state election, Brian Paynter, to join forces with her to guarantee farming interests will prevail over mining interests in South Gippsland.

“We need a new Victorian regulation to protect prime agricultural land over and above mining interests,” Cr Le Serve said.

She said a national framework sets out the minimum requirements state and territory governments must adhere to in regulating coal seam gas and a new regulation – banning on shore gas exploration in South Gippsland – is required.

“We must value our farmland above mining; we have seen what has happened elsewhere in Australia where landholders have been overridden by coal mining interests.

The talk about future food security doesn’t make sense when mining can devastate the water table and the very land on which we grow food,” the former mayor said.

Mr Paynter said the Liberal Party views the farming sector as a key element in the growth of

Victoria.

Cr Le Serve will write to Mr Paynter to suggest an agreement to jointly agitate for a regulation to ensure farming and food production prevented mining exploration and extraction in the area.

“It is true the former Labor Government approved for coal seam, shale and tight gas exploration and fracking operations without community consultation, so let’s take it beyond doubt and work to make Cardinia, South Gippsland and Bass Coast farming areas for future generations to come,” she said.

“We owe it to our grandchildren to look after this place, to value it and pass it on in good shape.”

The community hosted Turkish teens and a chaperone from July 4-21 as part of the Gallipoli Youth Exchange Program, an initiative of the Leongatha Rotary Club, Leongatha RSL, Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College and Leongatha Secondary College.

The Turkish visitors, Gungor Aslan, Kaan Gunduz, Bayza Zengin, Elif Naz Sen, Gizem Yıldırım, Zeynep Ozkaya and Ayse Semerci, were hosted by local families.

They visited Wilsons Promontory National Park, Phillip Island, Melbourne, enjoyed 10 pin bowling at Morwell, and visited the shops and beaches of Inverloch.

Touring Leongatha’s Murray Goulburn factory and watching milking at Ross Berryman’s dairy farm at Leongatha North were other highlights.

The visitors also spoke to RSL and Rotary members, and Mary MacKillop and Leongatha secondary colleges.

A group of students from those schools visited Turkey in April. Tom Stone, Ryley Muldoon, Sophie McHarg, Taylah Darmanin, Grace Davidson and Abby Bolge were escorted by Shauna Delaney and Sue Dutton.

All 12 students and their respective fami-

lies have benefited enormously in forming new life-long friendships.

The exchange began in 2010 when the Rotary club brought together the Leongatha RSL sub-branch and the Leongatha secondary colleges in an exchange program.

Local secondary college students visited Turkey for a month, culminating with their attendance at ANZAC Cove, Gallipoli on Anzac Day. Every year since, a contingent of local students has visited Turkey and been hosted

by Turkish families in Istanbul.

Fortunately for the Australian students, English is taught as a compulsory language in Turkey, so there were no communication problems with the host families with whom they stayed in Istanbul.

This ancient and fabled city strategically placed at the cross-roads of Eastern and Western civilisations, offers a rich cultural and educational experience for students.

The project reinforces the prime objective of promoting world understanding and peace through Rotary.

This program is now well established and arrangements are already in process for the 2015 student cultural exchange between the two countries.

Bass Coast Council briefs Cenotaph angst

MEMBERS of the community are concerned about the removal of the Bass cenotaph from its historical spot.

A petition was received by council containing 186 signatures.

“I am pleased we finally received the petition,” Cr Clare Le Serve said.

“I look forward to working with this group to keep our war history.”

The petition states the cenotaph is in the heart of Bass and shows the importance placed upon the remembrance of the sacrifices of those who served.

Cheap rent demanded GRANTVILLE residents are dismayed by council refusing to give the town’s nurse practitioner cheap rent.

Council received a petition with 384 signatories,

asking it to reconsider.

“It’s a difficult situation because the Federal Government has ceased funding,” Cr Andrew Phillips said.

Cr Clare Le Serve said she would be happy to work with the forming committee to develop a better outcome.

The petition states the nurse practitioner has been the best health resource the area has had.

Heritage fix

COUNCIL has agreed to repair the room currently closed in the Heritage Centre at the Cowes Cultural Precinct.

Cracks have appeared in the walls and it was recommended council repair the damage so it was available for use, and refer the project funds to the September budget review.

“This decision is not as easy as it appears and will cost a substantial amount

of money to repair,” Cr Andrew Phillips said.

“However, to have a council building looking neglected is not good for the community.”

Cr Phil Wright acknowledged the sensitivity of some of the members of the gallery at the July ordinary meeting, but said there was no certainty the building could be repaired by its 150th anniversary in several years time.

“We can’t hold on to the assumption we will have the money,” Cr Wright said.

“However, I think it’s a responsible motion and it reflects the most sensible decision by council.”

Road policy in place COUNCIL moved to adopt a new roads policy.

The policy entitled Road Discontinuance and Sale of Non Government

Land from Roads ensures statutory compliance, and equal distribution of costs to affected parties and recovery of those costs by council.

Cr Andrew Phillips said this would apply to small roads not being used and costing council money to maintain.

Road users questioned BASS Coast Shire Council will ask ratepayers in the Sunset Strip estate whether they would like to see upgrades to roads and drainage before a special charge scheme proceeds.

The infrastructure is estimated to cost more than $150 million.

Cr Kimberley Brown said there had been informal sessions with the community to discuss their concerns and letters would be sent to resi-

dents.

Cr Phil Wright said it was important for the community to be aware of costs before plans went ahead.

Cr Andrew Phillips said, “We need to have a strong indication of whether people like the special charge scheme and whether they are willing to pay.”

Permits given

COUNCIL received a report detailing the planning permits decided under delegation in June.

This was distributed at the council meeting on Wednesday.

Some of the permit issues include the construction of a rural store in Woolamai, the development and use of land for four factory units and eight storage units in Cowes, and the removal of coastal wattle for safety reasons in Inverloch.

Tick of approval for factory

By Sarah Vella TOORA’S ViPlus Dairy is one of just four Australian companies to gain accreditation under new Chinese regulations, introduced earlier this year

• Independent candidate for Bass, Clare Le Serve.

Chris McKiernan, international and domestic sales spokesperson for ViPlus Dairy, said the accreditation meant the factory can now export its infant formula to China.

“There are limitations being placed on other countries as well. Australia used to have 17 companies exporting to China, now there are just four,” he said.

“That means we need to be careful with quality control which will include full traceability with the

product we export.

“The Chinese market is expecting ViPlus to have tighter control over its product.

“In terms of the farm gate and our relationship between farmers, we will also need to provide more information behind any raw product.”

Mr McKiernan said the accreditation would allow the factory to develop and grow.

“Locally, that means we expect to be extremely busy, ramp up production and we see some great opportunities for local producers,” he said.

“Currently, the factory uses two different base products: one from Murray Goulburn and one from New Zealand.

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Moving forward: Toora’s ViPlus Dairy has recently gained accreditation which will allow it to continue exporting its infant formula into China. Production is expected to begin in late July. will probably be the major supplier going forward.”

The factory recently announced plans for development of stage two, which Mr McKiernan said was based around installing a spray dryer.

“The installation of a

spray dryer will allow the factory to process fresh milk which will give the factory more control over the end product,” he said.

“The plans to build the spray dryer are currently at council. We expect to have these finalised over the next

10 to 12 weeks, and we hope to start building in late 2014.

“The factory is expected to be active with the spray dryer in early 2015.”

Mr McKiernan expects production will re-commence at the end of July.

“THE STAR�, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 17

Recipes for special success

By St B Stuartt Biggins Bi i THE Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program forms the basis of the cooking classes that Middle Year students at the South Gippsland Specialist School in Leongatha enjoy. “As many home grown ingredients as we can use and as much freshness as we can get,� teacher Sharon Richards said.

Students love spending time in the vegetable garden where much of the produce used in the kitchen is grown.

As it is, the students choose what they will cook based on what is in the garden and what is in the fridge.

Students cook indepe end ndently in the state independently of the art kitchen.

Ms Richards said the program not only enhances students’ chopping, dicing and grating skills, but also literacy and numeracy. “They are reading the recipes and doing the measurements,� she said. “Our aim is to make them as independent as they can be and they are cooking the things they can cook at home.�

Cooked with a smile: from left, Sharon Richards, Sally Cathie, Matherson Dowdle, Blake Howie, Murray Peters-Ellis, Matthew Sturk and Daniel Anderson learn about the goodness of fresh, home-grown ingredients at South Gippsland Specialist School.

Garden gnomes: Mirboo North Primary School Prep students, from left, Will, Blake, Marley, Jarvis, Clancy and Toby checked out the vegie patch with integration aide Robyn Harris and acting principal Matt Snell last Tuesday.

For the duration of term 3, Mr Snell has replaced principal Wendy Inman while she is on long service leave.

Ms Harris has recently joined the school as an aide, but has had a lot of involvement in the school as a parent, particularly in the kitchen garden area.

Health change

By Tayla Kershaw BASS Coast Community Health (BCCH) and Bass Coast Regional Health (BCRH) form a new service on July 1.

The combined service will be called Bass Coast Health (BCH) and will operate from BCRH and offices in San Remo and Cowes.

The BCH service has been strategically reviewed and is secure. “BCCH was becoming financially unstable,� BCRH director of community services Ward Steet said. “Due to diligence by both parties, we believe we will create a more sustainable service for the future.�

BCH will improve patient services across the board with new rehab services and new reception services included.

Locum CEO of BCCH, Ormond Pearson, praised the initiative. “I’m really supportive of it. It will expand a range of services,� he said. “When the need for new services arises, we will be in a better position to lobby for funding.�

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Seeking young talent

By Tayla Kershaw UNITINGCare Gippsland is calling for all creative minds.

After recently receiving a grant of $1100 from McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, UnitingCare is working to establish an online youth magazine.

“We are looking for ways to engage with our young people,” UnitingCare’s Mark Brookes said.

“Someone right now is doing something marvellous in their room and no one knows about it.”

A group of young people gathered at UnitingCare in Leongatha for a training session recently. Together, they contributed ideas to help promote the creativity in the area as a group called the United Care Youth

Development FreeZA Committee.

FreeZA is a youth development program designed to give young people the opportunity to attend affordable and accessible music and cultural events.

The online ’zine will help provide an outlet for all creative types.

“We can promote musicians by linking their clips and MP3s to the magazine,” Mr Brookes said.

“We are also looking for budding journalists. There will be plenty of writing involved.”

UnitedCare Youth Development FreeZA Committee member Dean Eddy said the experience was informative.

UnitingCare have also been in discussion with schools to work in a partnership. Future journalists are invited to work on the online ’zine and gain

some hands on work experience.

They are also gaining youth friendly sponsors to support the initiative.

“We’ve had plenty of scope and lots of options,” Mr Brookes said.

The online ’zine will also work to help sway bad, stereotypical press of young people in the opposite direction.

“We want to encourage young people to showcase their talent,” United Care Youth Development FreeZA Committee member Nick Jeremiah said.

Local talent will be profiled by the online ’zine journalists and given an audience outside the school environment.

Any writers interested in joining the online ’zine are welcome.

New members: centre administrator Tracy Coulson and operations director Joy Hentschke have recently joined the Prom Coast Centres for Children team.

New faces at Foster THE Prom Coast Centres for Children committee of management is pleased to welcome Joy Hentschke and Tracy Coulson to the service.

Responsible for running centres in Foster, Toora and Welshpool, Prom Coast Centres for Children is now under community management, after UnitingCare Gippsland withdrew from the services.

Committee of management member Kate Woodward said the duo would work alongside educators at all centres to ensure that Prom Coast Centres for Children continues to build on its vision to provide an integrated, not for profit early childhood service.

“As operations director for the centres, Joy’s primary role is to oversee the transition of the business to a community based

operation,” she said.

“She is responsible for all the key operational areas of the services under the direction of the committee of management.”

Ms Woodward said Ms Hentschke would build relationships with the community, external agencies, and government.

“She also takes on the role of leading and supporting the staff across all centres,” she said.

Ms Woodward said Ms Coulson was playing a significant role in meeting day to day administration requirements.

“Tracy is responsible for all accounts, enrolments, staff rostering and payroll and is the key contact for any family enquiries regarding the service,” she said.

“Both Joy and Tracy work from the office at the Foster centre, but the delivery of their responsibilities extends to all centres within the service.”

Mayor’s message Youth committee: back, from left, Josh Baker, Dean Eddy, Tiarna Foord, Tayla Olierook, Stephen Loftus, UnitingCare’s Mark Brookes and Evy Nye, and front, from left, Jacob McKenzie, Courtney McBride and Nick Jeremiah are the initial creative minds in the establishment of the online ’zine. They form the training group of the United Care Youth Development FreeZA committee.

Keeping fit AFTER two years of inspiring the Bass Coast community to be active and healthy, the Living Healthy Bass Coast Project will end in August.

The project was funded by the Federal Government, enabling councils to kick start healthy lifestyle programs and develop policies.

The funding was dedicated to addressing the obesity epidemic in Australia, with council’s project running from March 2012 until August.

Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine said he was proud eight healthy living programs had been established.

“These new initiatives aim to encourage and support healthy lifestyles within Bass Coast and I am happy to report over 6000 people have participated in the programs on offer,” he said.

“Many of the participants who joined fitness classes continued to exercise beyond the timeframe of the project and 72 people have also been trained as facilitators and leaders, building the capacity of the community to sustain these activities.”

Cr Rankine said although the project would officially come to a close in August, many of the programs would still be available for the community due to links with other organisations and through trained facilitators.

“The Heart Foundation Walking Groups in particular have been a huge success, recruiting around 530 participants with 26 walking groups formed throughout the life of the project,” the mayor said.

“Eleven of those walking programs have also become sustained weekly activities.”

Information on how to get involved in Living Healthy Bass Coast Project programs can be found on council’s website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/livinghealthy.

Fines, dog attacks top court list PARKING fines, dog related matters, littering and alcohol possession and consumption were just some of the 120 cases prosecuted by Bass Coast Shire Council on the Korumburra and Wonthaggi Magistrates Courts in 2013-14.

Council’s acting community and economic development director Antoinette Mitchell said most cases were for the enforcement of unpaid infringements.

“Local laws infringements had also been issued to property owners who had failed to keep their land in acceptable condition,” she said.

“Unpaid infringements for offences committed under the Food Act 1984 were also enforced in the Magistrates’ Court.

“These included an offence of failing to store potentially hazardous food under temperature control with the operator fined $1408.”

Ms Mitchell said council also prosecuted dog owners whose animals had been involved in attacks on people, sheep and other dogs.

“In the last 12 months, seven dog attack prosecutions have been initiated with five found guilty. Two more will be heard in the coming weeks,” she said.

“One particularly nasty incident occurred when an uncontrolled dog attacked a woman in a wheelchair in McBride Avenue.”

Ms Mitchell said the owner of the offending dog was convicted and fined $900.

Council will continue to take enforcement measures in the Magistrates’ Court relating to unpaid infringements and will prosecute owners whose dogs have behaved in a manner that has placed residents or visitors in danger.

Cr Jim Fawcett THIS week council receives a report which provides a summary of the Repairing Our Roads Campaign and Survey conducted earlier this year.

The timing of this report, during such a cold and wet month in July, is a reminder of what poor condition many roads have been in over the last few years.

Especially when reading from the survey results and letters of support regarding their impact to residents, visitors and businesses whilst comparing them to recent articles in the local newspapers as new potholes appear.

The information in this report has been gathered from 846 road users. Not only does the survey results provide statistics that can identify specific roads and maintenance issues to focus on, but also assist road authorities like VicRoads to accept the safety concerns and economic impact the roads are having on the community.

The survey identified that there has also been a significant financial impact on our major industries and tourism image.

We hope they are not long-term as all these industries rely heavily on well maintained and safe roads.

Pothole repair and road rehabilitation of the worst areas is crucial, but so is a dedicated and funded preventative maintenance program. The cleaning and maintenance of roadside drains and shoulders will prevent many of the issues that we have seen occur, even during the wettest periods of the year.

Council has and will continue to take responsibility for roads we manage. We understand there is always room for improvement and our challenges are not small, but the feedback has been very comprehensive in identifying that sealed roads, and those mostly managed by VicRoads, are still the biggest issue in our municipality.

To highlight my point, council participates every year in the Community Satis-

faction Survey. We are disappointed to not score higher in the results; however, when participants in this survey were asked to identify the worst thing about council, over one third openly provided a response that related to road conditions.

In comparison unsealed roads hardly rated a mention, which indicates the primary concerns are the condition of sealed roads. It can be frustrating when most are not our responsibility; however our community still expect better.

This council report will highlight this sentiment and we intend to continue advocating this message to State Government because more help is needed.

I also want to acknowledge that council and the South Gippsland community have welcomed the generous and prompt support from our local member and Deputy Premier, The Hon Peter Ryan MP, with announcements of funding towards roads, along with many other funding announcements to support key infrastructure and service needs in the shire.

Many of these announcements occurred during and after the campaign and we are fortunate to have a strong relationship with the Deputy Premier.

I anticipate this report will be adopted as recommended and then be provided to our local member and senior management at VicRoads. They will have an opportunity to consider and acknowledge the challenges and impacts the road network is having on our community.

Finally, with the state election looming, we would like to see a commitment from all sides of politics, regardless of who is in power in November, to provide the appropriate level of funding support and commitment to quality maintenance that will return our roads to an acceptable condition.

Cr Jim Fawcett, mayor.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 19

Relay For Life goes underground CANCER Council Victoria’s Relay For Life is making a historic return to Wonthaggi this year, with the State Coal Mine recently announced as the venue for the 2014 event.

Putting Wonthaggi’s own stamp on Relay For Life, the event will give participants the opportunity to be part of history themselves by taking part in the very first underground relay lap.

Cancer Council Victoria is inviting residents from Wonthaggi and surrounding areas to register for this inspirational, empowering and moving experience, taking place on November 8-9.

Relay For Life is now taking place in more than 20 countries across the world.

It’s a community event where teams of 10 or more participants keep a baton

moving in a relay-style overnight walk or run.

Team members are encouraged to camp out at the State Coal Mine to support their teammates on the track for the duration of the event.

Relay For Life is an opportunity for local residents to band together celebrating cancer survivors, remembering loved ones lost and fighting back against cancer, a disease that takes too many Victorian lives.

The Wonthaggi event will also highlight special ceremonies, including an honorary lap for survivors and carers.

At dusk, there will be a candlelight ceremony in which participants and their families can reflect and pay tribute to a loved one affected cancer.

Candlelit bags will then line the track as a sign of support to participants.

Wonthaggi Relay For Life chair Simone Short encouraged residents to not only take part in what is

guaranteed to be a unique event, but to support those in the community affected by cancer, and to honour people we have lost.

“By getting involved with Relay For Life,

members of each local community will have a direct impact on the lives of 249 Bass Coast Shire residents facing a cancer diagnosis this year,” Ms Short said.

“Every dollar raised through Relay For Life helps fund Cancer Council Victoria’s research, prevention programs and support services for those affected by cancer.

“These support services include the Cancer Council Helpline (13 11 20), face-to-face local support groups and Cancer Connect, which links those affected by

cancer to others who are going through a similar experience.”

To join the Wonthaggi Relay For Life event, phone 1300 65 65 85 or visit www. relayforlife.org.au.

Driving force: Wonthaggi State Coal Mine’s Anthony Jones (second from left) with Wonthaggi Relay For Life Committee members, from left, Caroline Bousfield, Gayle Bloch, Allison Gamble, Heather Earle, Simone Short, Kelly Smiyth and Sue O’Leary.

Black Spots targeted MCMILLAN MP Russell Broadbent has welcomed an announcement of more funding for the electorate’s roads through the national Black Spot Program.

Come along: from left, Kaz Hughes, Megan Vuillermin and Lisa Brelsford enjoy the benefits of being part of the Southern Business Women’s Network.

Women inspire each other THE Southern Business Women’s Network Inc exists for the benefit of all women.

The group’s mission is to cultivate an environment where women are able to network with confidence and equality, to be enriched through learning, and to prosper through connection with women from a wide variety of backgrounds and professions.

Each month the group dines at a fabulous location in South Gippsland or Bass Coast, and members are inspired by the life and work experiences of some amazing women.

The group is thrilled to have Christina Lovison, an accredited leadership/management coach, speak at the August 14 dinner meeting.

Christina’s expertise is in helping organisations enable leadership development, incorporating personal growth in the fields of emotional intelligence, leadership resilience, conflict management, women’s leadership development, as well as organi-

sational coaching through change and conflict.

The network was formed some 15 years ago in Leongatha with just 20 members.

It now boasts some 145 members and spans South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires, and exists for the benefit of all working women.

Over the years, demand saw bi-monthly meetings become monthly meetings with guest speakers at numerous restaurants and cafes in various locations from Cowes to Mirboo North to Fish Creek.

The network’s mission was to cultivate an environment where women were able to network with confidence and equality, to be enriched through learning, and to prosper through connection with women from a wide variety of backgrounds and professions.

The group’s members believe networking is about developing business relationships, sharing knowledge and experience, and building trust.

The group understands that networking is not the same as selling, and that over

time, building relationships and trust will generate referrals and develop members’ businesses.

The success of the network has sat with its committees over the years.

Since 2011, the network has trebled its membership.

A website was introduced in 2012 and more recently a Facebook page, now 450 likes.

The incoming committee in September is brilliant, with already countless new ideas and all excited about what is to come.

The network strives for excellence as a like-minded community by maintaining and enhancing knowledge and skills, by encouraging the professional development of all, and by fostering the aspirations of members and guests at network events.

You can be an employee, self-employed; be retired from work, looking for work; planning a business; or on leave from your business or place of work.

The network would love for all our members to be open minded, with a sense

of fun, adventure and a desire and preparedness to try new things, to look outside the square, and to share their knowledge and experience with others.

Mr Broadbent said in 2015–16 and 2016–17 the Federal Government’s investment in the Black Spot Program would almost triple to $160 million a year.

Changes to the eligibility criteria are: • at least 50 per cent of the funding for 2015-16 and 2016-17 is dedicated to regional roads; • reducing the minimum required benefit cost ratio for funded projects from 2:1 to 1:1; and • reducing the crash history requirement from three to two casualty crashes in five years.

“These changes will deliver significant benefits for McMillan by ensuring more economically productive infrastructure is built in regional areas, while also delivering genuine road safety solutions,” he said.

“Broadening the criteria will significantly help small councils to successfully nominate projects that were previously ineligible under the existing guidelines.

“These changes will also help address the increased risks motorists face on regional roads with the per capita risk of death or hospitalisation following a crash in a rural area significantly higher than urban areas.”

Consultative panels, consisting of representatives drawn from community and road user groups, industry and state and local government have been established in each state and territory to consider all nominated Black Spot sites.

Mr Broadbent said the amended funding criteria would see more black spots fixed “before they take lives and cause serious injuries”.

“Under the new criteria, consultative panels will able to allocate up to 40 per cent of funding to sites on the basis of a road safety audit,” he said.

“I encourage everyone in McMillan, particularly local councils, to complete the online nomination form and tell the Victorian Consultative Panel about our local black spots.”

For more information on the Black Spot Program and to access the nomination form, please visit investment.infrastructure.gov. au/funding/blackspots/.

PAGE 20 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Plays, shapes and farewells

TOORA Primary School Grade 2/3 students delighted the school community at assembly with a series of drama performances.

The first play had a medieval theme and included a pretty princess, handsome knights and sword play. The second play was about magic and included sawing a person in half.

The last play featured an animal circus filled with strong men, a juggling clown, a cute mouse and a ferocious lion.

Students in grades 2, 3 and 4 have been involved in You be the Coach sport

sessions with Year 9 students from South Gippsland Secondary College.

Acting principal Sharon Mitchell finished up at Toora recently, after leading the school while Barb Purvis was away.

Students held a special morning tea for Mrs Mitchell, Grade 2/3 recited a poem, the school captains made a speech and the Prep/1 class presented her with a card they had created.

With the assistance of a grant from ViPlus Dairy, the Toora Primary School is in the process of establishing a school canteen in the kitchen of the multipurpose hall.

Environmental leaders: from left, Anya Smolders, Isabella Standfield, Tanya Turvey and Skye Dorling point out one of the two possum nest boxes erected at their school as part of their environmental studies.

Kids keep watch FOUR students from Fish Creek Primary School have joined the Coastal Ambassadors program that encourages students to care for the environment.

The students are also involved in the Kids Teaching Kids program, an education model that uses local environmental issues as a theme for learning.

Grade 6 students Skye Dorling, Tanya Turvey, Anya Smolders and Isabella Standfield all have an interest in helping others and animals, as reflected in their choice of project.

“We are researching road kill numbers and how to help prevent the deaths of native animals on our roads,” Tanya said.

“In September, we will give a presentation on our project to other Coastal Ambassadors from around Gippsland.”

Skye said of all animals killed on

the road, the majority were native.

“We want to make people more aware of animals on the road. We have already sent home business cards with the details of what to do if someone finds an injured animal,” she said.

The ambassadors decided that an effective way for their fellow students to learn about their project was through play and so they have developed two games.

Teacher Kath Gilbert said the trial runs will enable the ambassadors to refine their games and improve them before their presentation in September.

“Through Kids Teaching Kids, the girls had to think about what message they wanted to give to their fellow students,” she said.

“They have created two games, which has involved a lot of thinking skills, decision making and teamwork.”

Isabella said they decided to turn

their research into educational games because a lot of learning at school is done through play.

“We thought playing games would be a good way to help get our message across,” she said.

One of the games is quite physical, and addresses the issue of which species of animals are most at risk on the roads and why.

The other game involves memory and questions and answers.

Anya said throughout their research, they have uncovered some incredible statistics relating to animal deaths on Australian roads.

“Around 82,000 native animals are killed on our roads each year, but slowing down to 80km/h reduces the risk of hitting an animal on the road by 50 per cent,” she said.

The ambassadors will have two more trial runs of their educational games, before presenting their final product in September.

Retune TVs Forest vision SOME free-to-air television channels will change frequencies in Foster tomorrow (Wednesday).

Other channels changed in Leongatha and Inverloch last Wednesday.

These moves are part of a national retune program that will free up broadcasting spectrum for new services such as mobile broadband.

For viewers in Inverloch, Leongatha and the Latrobe Valley, the retune occurred on July 16. For viewers in Foster, the retune will occur on July 23.

After channels have changed, viewers will need to retune their digital TV, set-top box or digital TV recorder to find the channels that have moved. Retuning should not be done until after 5am on retune day as channels won’t move until then.

Retuning is done using the remote. For most systems press the ‘menu’ button on the remote. Look for settings such as ‘channels’ or ‘auto-tuning’ and follow the prompts to retune. A video and three step guide to retuning is available on the website.

The retune on July 16 affected viewers receiving their TV signal from Mount Tassie and Inverloch towers. Other viewers receiving their signal from the Foster tower will need to retune on July 23.

The retune is scheduled to avoid evenings and weekends.

There may be some temporary disruption to all TV services on retune day.

Service outages on the days before and after the retune may also be necessary, due to work being conducted at the transmission site.

As the retune simply moves free-to-air TV channels to a new location on the broadcast spectrum, it is unlikely to change TV reception or coverage.

For more information about the retune, scheduled outages, or to sign up for an SMS or email reminder, visit the retune website, or call the Digital Ready Information Line on 1800 20 10 13, 8am to 10pm (AEST), seven days.

MCMILLAN MP Russell Broadbent hopes local organisations will embrace the Federal Government’s plan to plant 20 million trees by 2020.

“Work towards the commencement of the 20 Million Trees Program is progressing well, and I’m really keen to see local organisations play a part, bringing significantly more trees to McMillan,” he said.

“The Federal Government is now seeking feedback from organisations who may wish to be involved in the rollout. Our expressed goal is the planting of 20 million trees.”

The government is now inviting submissions from interested parties on how best to deliver large-scale tree planting.

Submissions received through this request for information process will inform a subsequent request for tender process that will invite potential delivery partners to apply to become a 20 Million Tree Service provider.

There will be opportunity for the community to be involved in consultation for the 20 Million Trees Program as part of wider consultation for the National Landcare Program in the coming months.

For more information on 20 Million Trees, visit www.environment.gov.au/land/20-milliontrees. For more information on how to make a submission, visit www.tenders.gov.au

Fun and games: Brodie as the magician, Mackenzie as the magician’s assistant and Mathew as the joker thrilled the crowd during the dramatic performances at Toora Primary School.

Mayor’s message Cr Neil Rankine COUNCIL’S proposed budget remains open for community consultation until August 5, and I’m looking forward to hearing what the community has to say.

I understand and appreciate that it can be difficult to fully comprehend what’s included in the budget and why the proposed rate rise is what it is.

Some people believe council would survive on a zero per cent rate rise, or a CPI rate rise. There are a number of reasons why this would make things very difficult for not only council, but for our local community.

Our budget needs to take into account the higher costs to deliver a long list of community services, and I am personally very proud of the services council does provide.

Some of these services are vital to our more vulnerable community members, such as children’s, maternal and child health, aged and disability services.

Others help make Bass Coast a more enjoyable place to live, such as our libraries, leisure centres, and parks and gardens.

These services also create jobs for local people and strengthen our economy.

I have heard of other councils that have asked ratepayers which services or assets should be reduced to keep rates down, and generally people have been unable to pinpoint service cuts.

There is also a large gap between existing assets council is able to maintain and upgrade, and assets that require maintenance and improvement works.

When rates were originally capped in the 1990s, this deferred the maintenance of ageing community infrastructure, and left assets under-repaired. Unfortunately, this has proved costly for the community in the long-term, and we are doing our best to rectify this situation.

We also need to take into account that government grants are not keeping pace with the level of growth we experience.

As a seachange council, we experience increased community expectations to deliver new infrastructure and we need to plan for external impacts such as climate change.

Overall, rate increases help council maintain, repair and upgrade local roads, drains, kindergartens, libraries, parks, street lights and numerous other facilities. These costs are not linked to inflation. Despite having the highest proposed rate rise out of the six Gippsland councils this year, we have still maintained one of the lowest rate averages in the region.

The focus of the budget this year has been to address the renewal of our existing infrastructure, whilst setting a longer term course to bring down the rate of increase in our charges, particularly rates, for our community.

The assumptions that we have set in our Strategic Resource Plan see our rates increase reducing to 4.8 per cent next year and 4.0 per cent in the following year. This is consistent with the plan we as a council set back in 2012.

Cr Neil Rankine, mayor.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 21

FAMILY DOCTOR WEEK

Your family doctor JULY 21 TO Keeping you healthy... 26, 2014

Leongatha Healthcare a family favourite L E O N G AT H A Healthcare is dedicated to taking care of your family.

For over 40 years, the service has provided quality care for all generations including kids’ clinics, youth access programs, obstetrics and aged care.

The healthcare service has a number of experienced doctors including 10 current associates, five general practitioner (GP) registrars and one intern.

Beloved doctors and members of the community, Hugh and Leslie Chisholm, said the doctors are multi skilled and have the opportunity provide care across all ages.

“I think it’s a privilege to be a GP,” Dr Leslie Chisholm said.

“It’s amazing to see people grow in the community and getting to know them in

a family context. I love the nice connection you can develop from living in a small town.”

Local GPs are given extra training as part of the rural GP program, allowing them to engage in types of work differing from the city.

For instance, Leongatha Healthcare has responsibility within the hospital and their doctors are asked to take care of the wards.

Doctors Joel Fanning, Elise Ly and Raghave Nara are three of the young doctors available at Leongatha Healthcare.

“In a small country town it’s lovely to see patients across generations,” Dr Fanning said.

“There’s a broader range of health issues to help them deal with, and you can really become engaged in the family life and dynamics.”

Dr Ly said new young

Young faces: Drs Joel Fanning, Elise Ly and Rughave Nara are pleased to be working in amongst the community and treating patients of all ages.

patients tend to relate better with young doctors as they find their feet in a new town.

“It’s rewarding to see new people come to the town

and feel welcomed as part of the community as they form an ongoing relationship with the clinic,” she said.

Dr Ly said the clinic was family orientated and ready

to help new doctors as well.

“The clinic itself has a really strong family feel,” she said.

“It’s a real privilege to work in this environment.”

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Here to assist: Shelley Price and Trish Wilkinson of Terry White Chemist are just two of the friendly faces you’ll see instore at Leongatha, ready to help you understand your medication.

General Medical & Health Screening Services Vascular Health Assessments (ABI) General Health Assessments Diabetes Education and Management Asthma Management QUIT Smoking advice and Management Pregnancy Management Travel Medical advice Wound Management Medical Services to Aged Care Residents Hospital In-Patient Care and Preoperative Screening Specialist Consultations via Video Conferencing

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Every now and then, the team at Terry White Chemist Leongatha advises we should think about: • how our medicines work for us; • how our medicines work together; and • whether there are better ways to manage our medication dosage and schedule.

The chemist’s experienced pharmacists work to-

gether with your doctor for efficient medication management to achieve the best health outcome for you.

If you have any questions about the medications your doctor has prescribed or need advice on managing medications and their side effects, the pharmacists are here to help.

Call in and discuss your health and medication needs with Nik, Cath and Bahaa on Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 6.30pm; Saturday, 8.30am to 1pm; and Sunday (alternative weeks) 10am to 1pm.

Terry White Chemist is located at 42 Bair Street, Leongatha. Phone 5662 2183.

Radiology, Bone Density Screening, Ultrasound Physiotherapy Dental Technician Dietician and Diabetes Educator Psychologist Hearing Testing and Advice Gastroenterology Pill-Cam Service Cardiac Monitoring (Holter Monitor) Pathology Specialist Physician Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist Specialist Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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GET CREATIVE

in South Gippsland Creative hub THE Artisans Store in Mirboo North is back to normal trading hours now that school is back for term three.

Come along: the Meeniyan Art Gallery is hosting an exhibition of volunteers’ work.

Volunteers take centre stage MEENIYAN Art Gallery is celebrating the talent of its treasured volunteers.

The works will be displayed from July 25 to August 21, with the opening on July 27 from 2pm to 4pm.

After painting in watercolour for many years, Pat Dempsey has now changed to using charcoal and gouache.

Her work has become stylised with simple clean lines using colours of red and black.

“I love designing my art pieces using many different subjects but animals are my favourite,” she said.

Lindsay Moore and daughter Andrea Moore have established Studio Moore, a design studio dedicated to the design and production of bespoke furniture and interiors for contemporary living.

Featuring strongly in the design and construction elements are concepts of functionality, simplicity expressed as a minimalistic approach together with robust construction

suitable for everyday use.

Pat Dale enjoys being creative and experimenting with her work, applying texture, and allowing the layers and colours to show through.

Rachel Abicare uses basketry techniques and others to create sculptural forms and functional baskets.

“I am aware of the amount of strong fibre that many plants have, and have great respect for indigenous peoples all over the world and the use they have made and still make, of this natural plant material,” she said.

Ms Abicare has always loved drawing and painting and during her Diploma of Visual Art discovered the art of printmaking and fell in love with the medium.

“In the last few years I have focused more on painting but always have the desire to revive my interest in printmaking,” she said, adding her style is detailed and realistic.

Patterns, textures and minute detail of both the natural world and man-made objects, are what inspire Jenny Longley’s art.

“I have always been fascinated with fossils, geological patterns, driftwood, shells, rust, sea washed glass and pottery,” she said.

Jenny likes to experiment with different mediums and techniques, often trying to capture some of the textural elements that inspire her.

Her monoprints are made using a gelatine plate. There is a real sense of anticipation when pulling back the print as she never be certain just what effect will be achieved.

Marie Werrett started painting in 2006 with an art group in south Gippsland under the guidance of David Hoare. Her main subject matter has been seascapes and has extended to clouds and other images from nature.

Ms Werrett’s art interests include mosaics, photography and she makes cards using her artwork.

Pauline Johns’ work has won a variety of awards for both her drawings and her artwork. She has studied in Australia and abroad in places such as Greece and Tuscany doing watercolour, drawing and oil painting.

The business has lots of new stock from both our resident artists and new artists, so make sure you pop in and have a look.

Regular classes have started again for term three, and the store is excited to also introduce some exciting new workshops.

Sewing classes with Eva for beginners and intermediates start again on Wednesday, July 23 and Saturday, July 26.

The Artisans Store is also running basic sewing classes for seven to 12 year olds on Wednesday afternoons after school.

Smarty Arty classes with Sally have started again on Mondays for three to six year olds. Places are still left for the morning class.

Magic spot: Heather’s Café, Crafts and Wool in Korumburra is a store you will want to keep returning to.

Craft lovers’ dream HEATHER’S Café, Crafts and Wool in Korumburra is a destination for everyone with a creative itch – or stitch.

The Artisans store is back to normal trading hours now that school is back Term 3 classes

New season yarn in stock NOW

Wednesday July 23 & Saturday July 26 Beginners & intermediates sewing classes Wednesdays - Basic sewing classes for 7-12 year olds (after school) Mondays - Smarty Arty Classes for 3-6 year olds.

Tuesday July 22 - Drawing & Art classes for 8-12 & 13-15 years. (Adult classes are also available) Thursday July 24 - Guitar lessons start

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Also enquire now for our Saturday afternoon crochet & knitting classes

New Workshops Planned Friday August 8 - Make your own Moisturiser class Sunday August 10 - Mandala Making workshop Saturday August 16 and Wednesday August 20 Sew your own Bag workshop Saturday August 30 - Print Making Workshop HEA9870020

THE ARTISIANS STORE At the old butter factory Please register as soon as possible either at the Artisans Store or call Eva on 0427 920 730 81B Ridgway, Mirboo North

Drawing and art classes with Annette will be starting again on Tuesday, July 22 for eight to 12 years and 13-15 years.

Adult classes are also available.

Guitar lessons with Dave Paxton will be resuming on Thursday, July 24.

Workshops planned include: • make your own moisturiser class with Zoki Moro of Gigi Savon on August 8; • mandala making workshop with qualified art teacher Annette Marshall on Sunday, August 10; • sew your own bag workshop with Eva Hosie on Saturday, August 16 and Wednesday, August 20; and • print making workshop with accomplished artist and teacher Bob Hickman on Saturday, August 30.

Please register your expression of interest as soon as possible either at the Artisans Store or call Eva on 0427 920 730.

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Heather is a passionate knitter with an experienced team teaching men and women of all ages.

She can assist with all yarn enquiries, and offers specialty yarns as well as current trend yarns.

Essentially, hers is “a little shop with a lot”.

Enjoy a coffee and afternoon tea while you knit – what better way to treat yourself to some down time.

Call Heather on 5658 1987 to enquire about Saturday afternoon crochet and knitting classes.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 23

The Good Life

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Crowds love Bugsy FAMDA’S production of Bugsy Malone continued to attract audiences to the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre over the weekend.

The gangster spoof featured 47 young South Gippslanders, and told

the tale of Bugsy, living in the dangerous streets of the prohibition era 1920s.

He becomes entangled in the middle of a gang war between Fat Sam Stacetto and Dandy Dan, fight-

ing for control of the illegal sarsaparilla trade and the speakeasies.

Foster Amateur Music and Drama Association staged the sparkling show, bursting with enjoyable music, quirky dialogue and lots of action.

In harmony: the dancers, Margot Bettles, Siobhan Cooper, Tara Beavis, Kaitlyn Gale (hidden) and Gracie Thorburn, with Cas McLean (Tallulah) in front during Bugsy Malone. Photo: Robert Paragreen.

Prom Coast Singers reborn

The group functioned continually for the next 10 years and intermittently in more recent times.

The group hosted a major choral festival, Sing South Gippsland!, in 2011 and reuniting to sing as part of FAMDA’s 60th birthday celebrations last year.

After a fairly long break, the Prom Coast Singers are going to sing again and new and former singers are invited to join.

As of Tuesday, July 22 they will be back singing at the Anglican Church Hall, Foster each Tuesday evening at 7.15pm.

The singers’ immediate project is preparation for a wonderful major work composed by Larry Hills to commemorate the Anzac centenary and to be performed in public in April next year at Foster, Wonthaggi and Leongatha.

The cantata, entitled They Went With Songs will be sung by the Prom Coast Singers, together with the Bass Coast Chorale from Wonthaggi and the Leongatha based South Gippsland Singers, accom-

voice and earned the Most Outstanding Performance Award in her Diploma of Performing Arts and Bachelor of Music courses.

Later she specialised in Renaissance and Baroque singing under the direction of Richard Gill.

In 2009 Fiona was living in South Gippsland when FAMDA staged the musical, Into the Woods. She played the Baker’s Wife, winning the Gippsland Associated Theatre award for the most outstanding lead female in the process.

She also sang with the Prom Coast Singers and ran

stimulating rehearsals for some of the voice groups.

With Fiona back directing rehearsals, the singers will soon have the rust off their vocal cords.

Anyone interested in joining or rejoining the Prom Coast Singers is invited to contact Andrew Jamieson on 5683 2683 for more details or to come to join in the singing rehearsals at 7.15pm on Tuesday, July 22 at the Anglican Church Hall in Foster.

The singers would also like to hear from anyone able to act as a rehearsal pianist.

Contact Andrew Jamieson to offer your services.

Enjoy Lyric in comfort LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre is proud to announce it has new luxurious seats on order in preparation for its next big musical, Blood Brothers in September.

Mesley Hall has long needed up-graded seats and Lyric Theatre has stepped up and ordered top of the range seating to provide local theatre-goers with a more comfortable experience.

The seats, which are Australian made by Camatic, a company that has developed a national reputation for innovative design and manufacturing excellence.

As well as being the major theatre seat supplier in Australia, Camatic has also supplied stadium seating for the Atlanta Olympic Games and the Pasadena Rose Bowl.

Lyric Theatre committee members are excited about the new seating system and can’t wait to use them for the next musical.

Lyric Theatre president Glenda Smith has been waiting a long time to realise the upgrade.

“Along with Lyric members and committee members over the past 30-plus years, I have seen

many efforts to provide a more comfortable venue for our audiences,” she said.

“Finally, due to the hard work of many casts and crews, Lyric committees and treasurers, particularly Ron Eagger and Peter McAlpine, part of the dream has come true.

“At least now our audiences will be able to enjoy the Lyric Theatre experience in comfort. A big vote of thanks for those involved in finally bringing this project to fruition.”

The seats are only part of a full scale up-grade to Lyric Theatre’s seating.

Long time Lyric Theatre members Neil Warren, Peter Western, plus other Lyric members, have been busy stabilising the existing tiered seating scaffolding and adding new safety rails to each section.

The seating tiers have also been given an uplift, with new theatre carpeting being added by Neil Warren, Peter Western and David Tattersall, with advice and assistance from carpet expert, Brian Collier for comfort and noise reduction.

Lyric Theatre’s Blood Brothers opens in September. Be sure to book a ticket and enjoy the added comfort of this state of the art seating system.

Mirboo North country market THIS SATURDAY July 26 7am to 2pm at Baromi Park, Mirboo North Showcasing local produce, jams, vegetables, clothing, bric a brac, cakes, knitted items and a variety of toys and plants, along with local painting and artworks.

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THE Foster based choir known as the Prom Coast Singers was born in 1998 with Paddy Broberg as the musical director.

panied by an orchestra and conducted by the composer, Larry Hills.

A secondary project will be to prepare some Christmas carols for the Foster Carols and after this, who knows!

All this activity is now possible because the singers have secured the services of talented musician, Fiona Watts, as their musical director.

Fiona is a phenomenal violinist and voice teacher who was accepted into the Western Australian Conservatorium of Music at the age of 15.

She studied violin and

Goal reached: a happy moment for Lyric Theatre vice president Ross Garner as he hands over the cheque from Lyric Theatre to a Camatic representative, finalising the purchase of the new seats.

Lead role: Fiona Watts is the new musical director of Prom Coast Singers.

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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.

Child seats save lives A NEW look website that provides parents and carers with information to ensure their child has the safest child car seat possible has been launched.

Right move: the TAC is urging parents to learn about selecting and fitting the right car seat for their child.

Cycling safety push CYCLISTS and pedestrians will be consulted on ways to make local roads safer as part of a Victorian Government grants program to reduce trauma on the roads.

Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan and Eastern Victoria MLC Danny O’Brien last week announced the new scheme which will fund projects worth up to $100,000.

“We need to work towards local solutions that make cyclist and pedestrian safety a priority,” Mr Ryan said.

“An example might be a project that indicates to motorists that they are entering a high-pedestrian zone, or it could be new crossings or bike paths to separate cyclists from cars.

“The grants of up to $100,000 can also be used to fund trial programs that increase safety awareness for all road users.”

Mr Ryan said Transport Accident Commission (TAC) data showed that children and middle-aged men were most at risk of being injured while cycling.

“Where a cyclist is injured at an intersection they are more likely to require treatment in hospital,” he said.

“We also know that accidents commonly occur where cyclists are struck by a car moving in the same direction.

“State-wide more than 1600 cyclists and pedestrians are injured each year.”

Mr O’Brien said local knowledge was vital in developing programs and projects that can improve road safety.

“Local government authorities are well-placed to understand local issues and are connected with community groups who understand where safety improvements are required,” he said.

“The Coalition Government recognises the need to reduce the number of pedestrians and cyclists being injured each year and that is why we have implemented this program through our Road Safety Strategy 2013-2022.”

Funding applications are open until August 30, 2014. Shires with pedestrian and cycle safety plans already in place can apply for co-funded grants of up to $100,000. Shires wishing to undertake planning are eligible for grants of up to $25,000.

For more information on this annual program, visit: www.tac.vic.gov.au/lgagrants The Victorian Government’s Road Safety Strategy 2013-2022 can be found at: www.roadsafety.vic.gov.au Media contact: Kate Lancaster 0428 921 404 kate.lancaster@minstaff.vic.gov. au

The website, which was developed for the Child Restraint Evaluation Program (CREP), contains information to educate parents and carers on how to choose the best restraint for their child and how to ensure the restraint is correctly fitted to the vehicle.

The results from CREP, where child restraints and booster seats are given a star rating for crash protection and ease of use, are available on the website.

CREP, supported by a group of government agencies and motoring organisations, including RACV, VicRoads and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), helps parents to choose the safest restraint for their child.

Minister for Roads Terry Mulder said the correct choice of child car seat, when correctly fitted, has been proven to save young lives.

“Research shows us how effective child car seats are in protecting our children in the event of a crash or heavy braking, and that their effectiveness is compromised if not fitted correctly,” he said.

“Research has also shown us that 70 per cent of

Dashboard cameras backed MOST Victorian drivers use or want to use a dashboard camera to record the actions of other drivers in traffic accidents or road rage incidents, according to recent research conducted by Slater and Gordon Lawyers.

Motor vehicle accident lawyer Craig Lynch said 54 per cent of Victorian drivers backed the use of ‘dashcams’, with 15 per cent already having a camera and 39 per cent saying they don’t have one but want one.

“We surveyed more than 1700 Australian drivers about their use of dashboard cameras and the vast majority said they were already using one or wanted to buy one for insurance matters or in situations involving violent assaults,” he said.

“The use of dashcams is undoubtedly on the rise on our roads and it’s predictable that there will be a similar increase in the use of this type of footage in our courts.

“I’m often asked whether dashboard camera footage is admissible as evi-

dence in a court case, and the answer is yes, as long as the dashcam is not used to film a private activity.

“At the end of the day, it will always be for the judge to determine the weight given to the use of dashcam footage in evidence.”

Mr Lynch said dashcam footage could be helpful during court claims in the event of an accident, but drivers must not mistake the camera as a way to actually boost safety.

“We’ve certainly seen cases where footage, from a smartphone or CCTV for instance, has been useful as evidence and I expect we’ll start to see more and more insurance or criminal cases involving dashcam footage,” he said.

“While footage may be useful after an incident, drivers must not become complacent about their own driving behaviours or mistake a dashboard camera for some sort of road safety tool.

“Whether they use a dashboard camera is a driver’s personal choice, but they must ensure the unit doesn’t impede their vision or act as a distraction when they’re behind the wheel.”

child car seats are not fitted correctly.

“That’s a figure that greatly concerns me and I’m urging every parent and carer to go to the website before buying a child car seat to ensure you buy the safest restraint for your child, one that is easy to fit.”

Research shows that children who are incorrectly restrained are up to seven times more likely to be seriously injured in a crash than children who are restrained correctly.

In addition, children in adult seatbelts are three and a half times more likely to sustain a significant injury, particularly to the head, than those in dedicated child restraint systems.

RACV manager road user behaviour Melinda Spiteri said parents and carers should ensure they choose the safest possible car seat for their child.

“RACV urges all parents and carers to select a child restraint which offers the greatest protection and ease of use,” she said.

“The consequences of not choosing the right restraint for a child and not securing the child properly in the restraint can be catastrophic.

It’s also important children stay in their restraint until they have outgrown it.”

Assistant Treasurer Gordon Rich-Phillips said correctly fitted child restraints were a must.

“We can make roads and roadsides safer, promote the development and purchase of safer vehicles as well as encourage people to behave more safely on the roads, but this will only get us so far,” he said.

“The community needs to be involved and having a correctly fitted restraint is one significant step to take.”

For more information on how to choose and use your child car seat correctly go to www.childcarseats.com.au

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4 BR home on large block with room for the van, boat, etc ?

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Hotondo Homes’ quality builders LOCAL Hotondo Homes’ builder Trent Allen and his wife Caroline have been building quality homes for the people in the Bass Coast and South Gippsland shires for over 15 years.

Working alongside his father Don, Trent believes he has learnt the building ropes from one of the best in the local business.

Dad has always been a perfectionist.

He has been in the building industry for over 40 years and if something’s not right with a build, it’s not right.

Caroline and I have adopted my father’s philosophy and we are committed to delivering on the promises we make to our clients.

workmanship on each and every home is quality and that the finish is exceptional.

Our clients like and expect that. We are not the ‘cheapest’ builder in the area, but that’s not why customers are attracted to us.

We pride ourselves on our advice and customer service.

We understand that building a new home can be one of the biggest financial and emotional investments our clients will ever make.

We are in the business of creating their biggest asset so we have to keep up a level of professionalism, but also maintain a friendly approach so our clients feel completely free to say how they feel.

Fixed priced contracts are a huge plus for our customers.

They know what the build will cost them when they sign the contract, so they aren’t surprised with any ‘unforseen’ extras.

We pride ourselves on not messing our clients about – especially with cost.

We know how stressful the building process can be if you don’t have the right advice, which is why we aim to please.

If we make it easy for our customers, they get the home they want and we get the pleasure of seeing a smile on their faces and a home they can be proud of. That’s the best part.

Innovative designs.

Our range of well thought out designs embrace the use of new, energy efficient technologies.

Considering the local landscape, we can easily modify our functional floor plans to suit any shape block.

As a long-standing member of the Hotondo Homes network, we are able to provide clients with over 90 flexible designs.

Our membership also means we have great relationships and deals with reputable brands such as Fujitsu, Omega, Boral and Haymes Paints.

The colour selection process is meticulous.

Offering in-house interior

Great reputation.

Word of mouth and referrals form a substantial part of our business.

This is based on delivering a quality product and being an honest and transparent company to deal with.

We work one-on-one with our clients through the entire building process.

We have a complete duty of care onsite to ensure the

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Hotondo Homes’ Erskine design has family flexibility built in. A highlight of this home is the butler’s pantry. There are over 90 floor plans to suit your needs. design consulting, we work with our clients to bring their home ideas together.

We spend the day going through the colour selection process from the external materials to the internal fixtures, fittings and colour scheme.

Caroline is a professional in her area, quickly picking up on a client’s style and assisting to create that ‘wow’ factor whilst remaining within their budget.

Spice up your kitchen Trent and Caroline

are running a special kitchen promotion until the end of August.

Under the ‘Spice up Your Kitchen on us’ promotion, all new clients will be offered upgraded products for free.

The promotion includes; * Omega 60cm Pyrolytic (self-cleaning), eight function, touch control oven * Omega 60cm four zone induction cooktop * Omega 60cm canopy range hood * Omega 30L stainless steel microwave oven * Omega 60cm freestanding dishwasher

* Clark Prism sink (single or double) * Dorf Viridian pulldown sink mixer Terms and conditions apply for the ‘Spice up Your Kitchen on us’ promotion, so talk with Trent and Caroline at Hotondo Homes Inverloch for more information.

To contact Trent, Caroline and the team at Hotondo Homes Inverloch, visit their office at Shop 2 Ramsey Boulevard Inverloch, phone 5674 3058 or email enquiries@hotondoinverloch. com.au. Alternatively you can go online to www.hotondo.com.au

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 29

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

Somewhere to start MEENIYAN 16 Whitelaw Street Landmark Harcourts Leongatha Glenys Foster 0477 622 298

$215,000

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ITUATED just a short stroll from the village of Meeniyan is this partly refurbished three bedroom weatherboard home.

This comfortable home has an open plan living with reverse cycle split system and solid wood heater. In addition there is a separate sun room.

It is an easy to care for block of 869m2 with a carport close to the front door and a

colorbond 24’ x 18’ shed with concrete floor and garden shed.

The property is located close to transport, shopping, restaurants, sporting facilities, local primary school and kindergarten.

Take a walk along the Great Southern Rail Trial which is just minutes away and enjoy the stunning rural views Meeniyan has on offer.

This property would suit a first home buyer or investor.

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• 3 bedroom w/b family home • New kitchen & freshly painted inside/out • Cosy sunroom or office/study space • Opportunity to get into property market

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• Prime blocks in picturesque estate, safe no through road • Tree lined streetscape, heritage lighting, all services available • House and land packages available, close to schools

• Close to town centre, brick1-3 BR home in a private location • 2 lge living rooms, renovated kitchen & bathroom, solar power • 2 r/c aircons & gas log fire. Large workshop and tool shed

• Renovated inside, close to town centre, schools &rec. reserve • 3 BRs, study, open plan kitchen/family, lge lounge /rumpus room • Paved BBQ area, under house storage & remote garage

• 3 BRs, renovated inside & out; new cladding , facia & guttering • Updated bathroom, laundry & kitchen. New curtains & carpets • 3 living areas, gas ducted heating. Short walk to schools.

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• Great value, low maintenance, established quiet court location • 4 BRs, renovated bathroom & en suite, gas ducted heating • Terrific lock-up shed/workshop, covered BBQ area, private gardens

• 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

• 4 BR, private lifestyle, space to accommodate growing children • 3 living areas, large parent retreat (with bedroom, en suite & lounge) • Bungalow, pool, spa, extensive alfresco areas. Holiday at home!

• Side road access to 24 x 20 ft shed ( caravan storage) • Nth facing family room, separate lounge & dining room • 4 BRs, private backyard, easy walk to schools.

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

Wonthaggi franchise opening F

RANCHISED homebuilder G.J. Gardner Homes is excited to welcome the most recent addition to its Victorian operations with the opening of the Wonthaggi office on July 28.

Garry Cox and Gill Hardman are the Bass Coast franchisees and they are excited to increase their commitment to the local community to developing high quality affordable homes.

“We are both incredibly excited to have brought together our team. Branch manager and new home consultant Brett Tessari along with new home consultant Sue Little, who both live in the area, have been part of the local community for some many years. We are all looking forward to utilising the excellent local trades and services to build great new homes” Ms Hardman said.

“What we love about the area is the strong sense of community and the beautiful surrounds that are on our doorstep. It is great to be able to enjoy a relaxed coastal feel yet still only be a 90 minute drive to the city.”

Ross Morley, the head of Victoria and Tasmania for G.J. Gardner Homes, believes that the balance of first

home buyers, as well as second and third home owners in Wonthaggi perfectly suits the G.J. Gardner offering.

“While we have some simple, standard designs our builds often incorporate a certain amount of customisation on most clients’ homes, especially those clients that have owned or built a home previously. They know what they want and we like to accommodate,” he said The Wonthaggi team has a wealth of local knowledge and a unique mix of skills that will make a good recipe for success.

“Both Garry and Gill are already established in the industry and bring a great balance of practical building skills and business smarts to the office,” said Mr Morley.

As a Wonthaggi resident

since childhood, Brett Tessari has strong ties to the area and is actively involved in the local sporting scene with ongoing membership of the Wonthaggi football club. Sue Little, who has been working out of the Cowes office for a number of years, has lived in Inverloch for over 30 years and has a great knowledge of the area.

Both have strong customer service skills and a wealth of building industry knowledge, and you will be in very good hands.

For anyone interested in talking with the Wonthaggi team about your next home building project feel free visit the offices at 114 – 116 Graham Street, Wonthaggi or call the office 5672 1818 seven days a week.

New team: Brett Tessari, Sue Little, Garry Cox and Gill Hardman will be opening the GJ Gardner Homes franchise in Wonthaggi on July 28.

Home building market turns corner THE Housing Industry Association (HIA), the voice of Australia’s residential building industry, has responded to today’s ABS figures that show improved activity in Victoria’s new home building

market in the first quarter of 2014.

Total seasonally adjusted dwelling commencements totalled 14,171 during the March 2014 quarter, an increase of some 15.4 per cent on the previous three month period.

Compared with a year ago, new dwelling starts are up by 21.9 per cent. This

was the strongest quarterly performance since mid2011.

“This latest data adds further evidence that Victoria’s new home building market has turned the corner and is back in expansion mode,” HIA Executive Director Victoria Gil King SAID. “It now seems that new

home commencements in the state bottomed out in the penultimate quarter of 2013 and are undergoing a strong rebound.

“During the first quarter of this year, growth was driven by the detached house segment of the market. New starts increased by 26.0 per cent, with a 3.1 per cent increase in multi-

unit commencements.”

Mr King said this was on top of 31.0 per cent growth in multi units during the final quarter of 2013.

“This solid recovery in Victoria is unsurprising in the context of the strong population growth in the Melbourne area, record low interest rates and the

emergence of solid home price growth,” he said.

“Residential construction has the potential to reinvigorate the Victorian economy.”

Mr King said it is important that state government policies in the area of stamp duty and land supply allow activity to continue growing.

At home on your street.

New Wonthaggi office opening soon!

When you visit your local G.J. Gardner Homes office, we want you to feel

Give us a call or drop in for a chat today.

like you’re already home.

Office:

Every franchise is owned and operated by people with local knowledge, insights, expertise and

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advice. We know the local council and the best local tradies, because

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we work with them every day.

114-116 Graham St Wonthaggi

Building your new home with a local team you can get to know personally is surprisingly easy.

Come in and visit us to find out more.

Contact G.J. Gardner Homes Bass Coast on 03 5952 2150 or visit gjgardner.com.au

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

LEONGATHA 26 Higg Street Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha Sole agent

$460,000

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Lifestyle living in town FROM the moment you arrive you will be impressed with the real country feeling and large open spaces this property offers.

It is set on a large 5813m2 block and tucked away down a nice quiet no through street and all located within walking distance to the shops.

This four bedroom, double garage brick veneer home has everything required for easy and relaxed living.

Boasting two separate living areas with cathedral ceilings, solid fuel heating and a reverse cycle unit in each area.

The new kitchen has electrical appliances and a large pantry.

There are four spacious bedroom with the master having a renovated ensuite and walk-in robe. Two of the other

bedrooms are fitted out with built in robes.

A formal dining area leads directly out onto an enormous and elevated under cover outdoor entertaining area which overlooks the private backyard.

Outside is complete with established gardens, handy roundabout at the entrance and a secure lock up rear yard for the dog or kids, a huge chook pen suppling fresh eggs for those Sunday morning breakfasts and a large 40 x30ft three bay shed with extra high clearance making it suitable for a boat or caravan.

It is perfectly located on the side of the property allowing direct access with a truck or large vehicle if required.

Motivated vendors have priced this property to sell, so an inspection is highly recommended.

MORTGAGEE SALE 81 BRADLEY AVENUE, VENUS BAY FOR SALE COASTAL LIFESTYLE PROPERTY ALE5200031

836 Lees Road, Venus Bay

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$220,000 5663 7111

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This block of land is approximately 4.05 ha in size and is positioned within the coastal park area of the 3rd estate of Venus Bay. Currently the site is used for camping, and has access to coastal reserve inlet beach for fishing or swimming.

Vehicle access is via a gate to the coastal park, and the property is one of only 4 properties within this park. Call today for more information.

Ideally located within the quiet coastal township of Venus Bay, this large vacant residential allotment of approx. 716sqm is situated in the prime '1st Estate' location. Conveniently located only 1.7km approximately from the local shop and 2.7km approximately from Beach No. 1, the only local beach typically patrolled over the summer months. The generous dimensions of this site could lend itself to numerous house designs (S.T.C.A.).

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From Burma to the Prom A GROUP of students with refugee backgrounds from Bendigo Senior Secondary College recently enjoyed a camp to Wilsons Promontory National Park.

The trip was organised as part of a Parks Victoria program to connect diverse communities to parks and enable them to enjoy the benefits of connecting with nature.

The 27 students from Karen State in Burma spent four days camping at Tidal River in April where they swam, climbed Mount Oberon, went for walks and went fishing in the river.

They also spent time with indig-

enous ranger Luke Johnson, who shared his knowledge about the park and showed them how to throw a boomerang.

Mr Johnson said it was great to see the students having such a good time in the park, especially as many of them had not experienced the coast before.

“They were such a fun and patient group who were full of energy and all very enthusiastic. And some of the best boomerang throwers I’ve ever seen,” he said.

“I felt privileged to have had the chance to get to know a very special bunch of people.”

Mardi Holland from Bendigo Senior Secondary College said they were thankful to Parks Victoria for

the opportunity.

“Some of our students had never been to the beach before so it was an amazing experience watching them run into the ocean for the first time,” she said.

“A number of our students commented that the surrounds at Tidal River reminded them of their home country. They loved the feeling of home, so that was extremely special to hear too.

“Most of our students have had little experience with Victoria’s parks. Now they have been to Wilsons Prom and seen all the fantastic experiences that our parks have to offer, they are keen to go back with their family and friends.”

ZACH Kelvin Seeber was born on June 10 at Leongatha Hospital. He is another boy for Kate and Mark of Traralgon and a brother for Lachie, 4, and Grace, 3.

What a sight: Burmese refugees from Bendigo enjoy the magic of Wilsons Promontory National Park.

• OBITUARY

Dumbalk North was home ALBY Leigh Piper was born on July 11 at Leongatha Hospital to Jack and Ebony of Meeniyan.

JAMES Philip Kirton was born on July 13 at Leongatha Hospital to Richard and Natalie of Outtrim. He is a brother to John, 23 months.

Milpara Community House news MILPARA’S new program has been delivered to households now and enrolments have been coming in for the wide range of classes and activities on offer.

Our Computer Basics class is full but there are still vacancies for Computers Beyond Basics which is a class which runs over seven Wednesdays commencing on Wednesday, July 30 from 1pm to 4pm. This course includes the use of the control panel, customising your computer settings, file management and internet and email for those wishing to know more.

For further information contact Milpara on 5655 2524.

If you are looking for work and want to increase your chances of gaining employment, Milpara will be holding a course called Successful Job Hunting

commencing on Monday, August 4.

The men’s discussion group For the Blokes which meets at Milpara Community House on Fridays at 10am goes to the Community Kitchen on the third Friday of each month to cook and enjoy a meal together. This Friday they tried their hand a making a meat loaf.

For the business person we have a MYOB and a QuickBooks accounting courses commencing in August.

With this cold weather keeping us all indoors it is nice to know that Milpara’s activities are all held in warm air conditioned rooms, so come in and to visit at 21 Shellcott’s Road, Korumburra.

MABEL Findlay loved Sunday drives with her family and more often than not, that drive took her to Dumbalk North where she grew up.

Mabel Kate Fuller was born at Stradbroke Hospital, Leongatha on June 10, 1919, to Johnston Burrows Fuller and Emma James.

She grew up on the farm Glen Hope at Dumbalk North, and walked to school across the paddocks. Her chores as a child were to feed the chooks, dogs and cats before she went to school.

After she left school at 14 to help on the farm, Mabel fed calves, milked cows, harrowed pastures and cut maize with a scythe. It was then loaded onto a sledge and fed to the cows in the paddock.

On Saturday, Mabel would go to basketball and

then a local dance. Her parents would play Ucka while waiting for the dance to finish so they could get back home again.

The family only had a ute so the children travelled in the back on a bench seat made especially to transport the family.

After a six year courtship, Mabel married David “Jock” William Findlay on July 22, 1944 at the Church of England church in Leongatha at noon.

The wedding reception was held at McNamara’s bakery and tearooms.

After a honeymoon in Melbourne, Jock returned to active service in New Guinea. He was home on a month’s leave as he had been serving over there for three years.

After a month, Jock was discharged from the army to come home and work on the family farm as his father had a stroke.

Much loved: Mabel Findlay.

After farming for three years, Mabel and Jock shifted into a house in 10 Roughead Street, Leongatha.

They had five children: Robert, David, Keith, Evonne and Lorraine.

Mabel liked sewing and managed to make most of the kids’ clothes when they were young.

As the children grew up, the family would take off with the car and caravan, and covered a big part of Queensland and Western Australia.

After Jock’s death in 1988, Mabel threw herself into the senior citizens club, enjoying bus trips, playing cards and helping the RSL ladies cater for different events.

Mabel was still living at home and looking after herself until November 2007 at the age of 88.

She moved into Woorayl Lodge in Leongatha but still stayed in Warrnambool with Evonne or in Warragul with Lorraine as often as she could.

Robert and Ruth would often take her on a Sunday drive and every time they visited her beloved Dumbalk North.

Mabel died on June 27, 2014.

Plant trees, leave legacy NATIONAL Tree Day has come around once again.

Why not take part in the country’s largest community tree planting and nature care event in Bass Coast?

Celebrated on Sunday, July 27, National Tree Day is a great opportunity to get outdoors and do something positive for our environment.

There are two events being held

by Bass Coast Shire Council together with volunteer groups.

Bass Coast Landcare Network and Three Creeks Landcare are hosting a planting day at Kilcunda Foreshore Reserve, meeting at the Kilcunda main car park at 10am.

Saltwater Creek Coastcare will be having a working bee in the

Saltwater Creek area off Heyley Avenue, Ventnor, meeting at the beach access track between 23B and 25 Heyley Avenue at 10am.

Together, volunteers will be planting 1320 indigenous plants across both sites with all tools and equipment provided.

The Saltwater Creek Coastcare working bee will concentrate on revegetation to increase the quality of vegetation along the bank of Saltwater Creek.

This will provide habitat and act as a corridor for the wildlife living in the area as well as improve water quality in Saltwater Creek.

The Bass Coast Landcare Network and Three Creeks Landcare planting day will focus on revegetation in the dunes to help prevent

further erosion, increase biodiversity and provide wildlife habitat, as well as a corridor for wildlife to move through the foreshore undisturbed.

This event will be followed by a barbeque lunch put on by the Lions Club.

Information on 14 active volunteer groups which operate between Inverloch and Tenby Point is now available on council’s website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/envirovolunteers.

New members are welcome to join these volunteer groups for weekend working bees, generally for a few hours in the morning.

For more information please call 1300 BCOAST (226 278) and speak with the environment team.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 35

2014 is International Year of Family Farming

FAMILY ON THE FARM

Going solar pays dividends A NEW combined solar hot water and solar electricity installation on a dairy farm at Koorooman is set to return power bill savings of an estimated $6500 per year to the farmers.

Peter and Jenny Hulshof sharefarm with owner Louisa Noordenne, milking between 330 and 340 Friesian cows on a 42 stand rotary built 27 years ago, north of Leongatha.

The property Bona Vista covers 560 acres, including the area for young stock. The milking cows run on about 420 acres.

Originally Peter and Jenny were looking to reduce their hot water costs for the dairy by changing to solar power.

Jenny was given the task of researching the options at last year’s Farm World field days at Lardner Park. She talked to many exhibitors and found the people from Solar Dynamics were encouraging and seemed to make the most sense.

Solar Dynamics, based in the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, are the sole distributor of the well-known Chromagen solar hot water products. They handle solar power installations providing a 25 year warranty.

Jenny asked them to visit the farm and quote on the job.

After inspecting the dairy, Doug Phayer, the senior site assessor, suggested he quote on setting up a solar system to supply energy for all the power requirements for the dairy, as well as the hot water.

After almost a year’s deliberation, Louisa Noordenne agreed to go ahead. Work on the installation commenced on May 1 this year. It took three days to get the 15 kW solar electricity system up and running.

Sixty 250 watt Canadian solar panels are fitted to the north-facing roof of the milking shed and six CR110 solar panels provide energy to three hot water units, each with 300 litre tanks. A pump circulates the water on each of the hot water tanks.

As no heating elements are connected on the hot water units, the system operates as a preheat for the existing boiler at the dairy.

This way solar pre-heated water is provided, so the boiler heats to the operating temperature required for the post-milking wash-downs.

“Our shed is on threephase power,” Peter Hulshof said, “so Solar Dynamics fitted a 15,000 watt three phase grid connect inverter.

What we use during the day comes from the solar and any extra goes into the grid so that we can get paid for it or as a reduction off our energy bills. We get eight cents per kW on the grid.”

Peter said solar energy was initially considered as a way of saving money.

“We use 1160 litres of hot water each day in the dairy and that’s lots of electricity.

With the high inputs in dairying, we needed to save costs somewhere. Louisa was very supportive of the project,” he said.

Wayne Foster, director of Solar Dynamics, said the expected performance of the solar energy system on its own is 20,805 kilowatt hours of electricity each year.

“And that means greenhouse gas emission reductions of 25,266 kg of CO2 per year,” he said. “We have calculated a reduction in the electricity drawn in the boiler at 9600 kilowatt hours per year, with greenhouse gas emission reductions there of 12,000 kg of CO2 each year.”

Peter and Jenny said that as the solar energy system has only been in for a couple of months, they need more time to assess the advantages.

“There is a readout on the control panel of the daily solar input and it’s easier than we thought to manage it in the practical operation of the dairy,” Jenny said.

Wayne estimated the combined systems of solar hot water and solar electricity should achieve a reduction on grid-supplied power of over 30,000 kilowatt hours per year, equating to more than $6500 per year savings on electricity costs.

“This will be a combination of a reduction of grid power required and some solar credits for

Fresh approach: Peter and Jenny Hulshof expect to save money by heating water via solar.

exporting power to the grid at a rate of eight cents per kilowatt hour credit,” he said.

“With over a 17 per cent return on the investment and the rising cost of electricity, the system will pay for itself in less than five years.

Backed with a 25 year performance on the solar electricity panels, it will be pumping along every day, helping save money.”

Jenny said the team at Solar Dynamics had been excellent.

“They came out straight away when we were ready

to start and the follow-up service has been great. Any questions that we’ve had, they’ve been able to sort out,” she said.

More information on solar energy systems and Chromagen solar hot water products are available on 1300 397 763, or from Wayne Foster on 0400 192 095 or wayne@solardynamics. com.au.

Right, Cost savings: Peter and Jenny Hulshof admire solar panels on their Koorooman dairy.

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2014 is International Year of Family Farming

FAMILY ON THE FARM Family of fixers VIN SLEE Appliance Service is a family owned business which has been operating in Leongatha for close to 40 years.

Owned by Vin and Mari, the company grew around 14 years ago when son Stuart also joined the business.

Vin and Mari focus on servicing and repairing domestic refrigerators and white goods, while Stuart also repairs and services air conditioners.

Stuart now runs his own business, Stuart Slee Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Service, from the same

location.

Mari said there have been some big changes in technology over the past 10 years or so, which have come with a big change in the cost of repairs.

“There is also a lot of competition between brands, which is excellent for the consumer,” she said.

Mari said being a family business is great, because they all work well together.

“I coordinate and run the office while Stuart and Vin are out on the road. I don’t think we have had bad words to one another in 40 years,” she said, “Because we are a family

unit, we basically know what the other is thinking.”

Vin and Mari’s daughter Trudi Roy also steps in to lend a helping hand when she is not working at IGA. Both businesses offer on site repairs and servicing, or customers are able to bring their appliance in to the workshop on Tilson Court.

“Quite often we can pick up the appliance from the customer so we can work on it in the workshop,” Mari said.

“Stuart also does a lot of work on farm servicing air conditioning systems in tractors, trucks and other farm equipment.”

Leading team: Warren Evans, Stuart Evans and John Schelling from Evans Petroleum.

Evans backs farmers FARMERS can increase their productivity with Evans Petroleum and could win $20,000.

With so much of the Gippsland local economy reliant on farm produce, any developments that improve the productivity of local farms, and local farming families, is usually met with optimism.

In the case of the recent move of Evans Petroleum to combine with BP/Castrol, this is certainly the case.

The focus on offering quality products was the driving force behind the partnership with BP and Castrol, in which Evans Petroleum joined forces with

as the Gippsland distributor a little over 12 months ago.

John Schelling, sales manager at Evans Petroleum, spoke about why the partnership is helping local operators increase their productivity.

“The BP/Castrol lubricant products are simply at the very top as far as quality goes,” he said.

“They’re engineered properly and we find they provide much better performance with farm machinery.

“Our customers get better performing engines and less breakdowns, so that’s got to be good for getting their work done quicker and more reliably.”

Mr Schelling said since

Evans Petroleum is locally owned, that benefits the local economy.

“Being locally owned and operated is really important. We need to have the local knowledge to properly support our customers,” he said.

“So we only hire locals, and in fact since we’ve opened the latest depot in Sale we’ve been able to add two extra jobs, with more likely in the next 12 months.

“Local farmers and commercial operators can be comfortable in the knowledge their hard earned is being re-invested into our services and the local economy.”

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To find out more about the promotion and for terms and conditions, you can visit the BP website.You can contact Evans Petroleum on 5662 2217 or go to www. evanspetroleum.com.au.

Fix it up: Mari Slee from Vin Slee Appliance Service in Leongatha said the business can provide service and repairs for most large household appliances.

Farming families celebrated THIS year has been appointed the International Year of Family Farming by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organisation.

There are more than 500 million family farms in the world, managed and operated by a family and relying predominantly on family labour.

They range from smallholders and medium scale farmers, to peasants, indigenous peoples, traditional communities, fisherfolk, pastoralists and many other groups around the world.

Family farmers are an important part of the solution for a world free from poverty and hunger.

According to the UN, facilitating access to land, water and other natu-

ral resources and implementing specific public policies for family farmers (credit, technical assistance, insurance, market access, public purchases and technologies) are essential to increasing agricultural productivity, eradicating poverty and achieving world food security.

Family farmers run crop-diversification based agricultural systems and preserve traditional food products, contributing to a balanced diet and the safeguard of the world’s agro-biodiversity.

Family farmers are embedded in local cultures, and spend their incomes mostly within local and regional markets, generating many agricultural and non-agricultural jobs.

Local production and consumption

circuits based on family farming have a major part to play in fighting hunger.

The UN believes family farmers have the ability to move towards more productive and sustainable food systems if policy environments support them.

The International Year of Family Farming is a chance to highlight the strategic role of family farmers in agricultural and rural development.

Governments may show their political commitment by building juridical framework, institutions and policies for family farmers.

Establishing platforms for policy dialogue with family farmers organisations to generate consensus, and build and implement effective policies is a major target of this international year.

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2014 is International Year of Family Farming

FAMILY ON THE FARM Farm help Farming in for you

the blood

By Sarah Vella CRAIG and Deb Allott, and their daughter Emily, 23, run a 470 acre dairy farm in the hills above Toora.

Their son Troy, 25, is a dairy sharefarmer.

Another son, Mitchell, 20, is currently completing his apprenticeship as a plasterer and their youngest son Scott, 17, is still at school.

“We are a true farming family. I am third generation dairy farmer and Emily fourth, all on the same Hazel Park property,” Mr Allott said.

“The farm we have now is made up of four farms, all of which were family owned as well.

“The original part of the farm was owned by my grandfather and my dad bought another farm which joins over the river. My brother took over when dad retired and when my brother left, we bought that farm.

“We expanded again by purchasing adjoining land from my uncle, and then about eight years ago we bought the block behind, which was owned by my cousin.

“I chose to start farming because it was what I liked to do, and I still like doing it.”

Emily started on the farm around 15 months ago, after Troy decided to leave the family farm and branch out on his own.

“She works on the farm full time; I call her my assistant manager.

She knows how it all works and does it well,” Mr Allott said.

Prior to joining the farm, Emily was working with the then Department of Sustainability and Environment on the summer crew.

“She started working with us once the summer season was up. We thought she might go back to it once the season started again, but she decided to stay of the farm,” Mr Allott said.

Emily said she loves working with her parents on the farm.

“I never really expected to like it. I always said I’d never be a dairy farmer and Troy had always said the same thing,” she said.

“My fiancé, Luke Grylls is also a dairy farmer on a family farm, so the plan is to one day take over either operation.

“Luke and I definitely want to continue dairy farming into the future.”

Mr Allott said family farm succession is one of the only ways younger generations are able to enter the dairy industry these days.

“It can be a hard industry to get in to. That is where the backing of a family run operation can really help,’ he said.

Mr Allott said farming was a great industry.

“You are your own boss, you get to be outside and it is a great lifestyle. You can’t beat it really,” he said.

Emily said while farming, and in particular dairy farming, can be restrictive, it also has its freedoms.

“There is a lot of flexibility in the role, which is one of the advantages of being a family operation,” she said.

FARM Household Allowance is a new government assistance program offering help for eligible farmers and their families experiencing financial hardship.

This new program started on July 1, 2014.

To be eligible people must: • be a farmer and contribute a significant part of their labour and capital to the farm enterprise based on specific criteria; • meet an income and assets test; and • be willing to enter into a Financial Improvement Agreement to help them improve their financial circumstances.

To find out more information about this program call the Department of Human Services (Centrelink) on 132 316, or visit the DHS (Centrelink) website. www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/ centrelink/farm-household-allowance The Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria Gippsland also has rural financial counsellors able to help identify government assistance that people may qualify for, as well as offer assistance with budgets, cash-flow and viability analysis, identifying areas of risk in your business and exploring both short and longer-term options.

The local counselling service can be contacted on 5662 2566, or visit 4C Peart Street, Leongatha.

Mr Allott said seeing his children involved in farming was a rewarding experience.

“Half a generation behind us, farmers really discouraged their children to become farmers and now they are stuck on their farms with no help,” he said, “It was partly because of this we didn’t actively encourage or discourage them. Troy and Emily were always keen on farming, just not dairy farming.”

Mr Allott is proud to know his farm has been in his family since it started.

“At one stage, there were three generations working on the same property,” he said.

“We do because we enjoy it. We don’t push ourselves flat out or have a lot of staff; we just plod along the way we are.”

Family ties: Deb, Craig and Emily Allott on their dairy farm in Hazel Park. Their property has been owned and operated by the Allott family for generations.

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MARRIOTTS Motorcycles and Power Equipment was started by Alan Marriott in 1954 and has been operating in Leongatha ever since.

In its prominent position on the South Gippsland Highway for 10 years next month, Marriotts is a family business with staying power.

Tim Marriott joined his father in the family business in 1984.

“In the early days, the business sold milking machines and parts, some farm implements and electrical equipment,” he said.

“That later progressed towards farm machinery including motorbikes and light power equipment such as lawn mowers and chainsaws.

“My mother, Dorothy still works in the office and my wife Julie also spends a day a week in the office.”

Mr Marriott’s son Tom works part time in the business, but he said he is not expecting any of his children to take over just yet.

“Hopefully one down the track they might be interested, but they will probably go out on their own first. My eldest son is a builder and my daughter is at university in Melbourne,” he said.

Marriotts has motorcycles for every need, from two wheel bikes to four wheeled ATVs and side by side utility vehicles.

“We also do pumps, generators, chainsaws, rotary hoes, slashers, lawn

mowers and other light power equipment,” Mr Marriott said.

“We not only sell the equipment, but we service it as well. We have eight mechanics in the workshop in the moment, and we carry a huge range of spare parts.”

Motorcycle and Seadoo sales manager John Jones said people can now purchase goods online, with more products added to the website on a regular basis.

“As that aspect of the business grows, so will the products we add to the online store,” he said.

Mr Marriott said main-

taining a good relationship with their customers was important.

“We have quite a big area we service so we have developed a lot of customers over the years. We do the right thing by them and they remain loyal to us,” he said.

“If you can give good service, they will keep coming back. We aim to provide good service, quality products, knowledgeable staff, a decent stockholding and a talented service department.”

Mr Marriott said the business is also proud to support local community groups, including sporting

clubs, services clubs and other local organisations.

Mr Jones said Marriotts is currently offering zero per cent finance on selected Polaris side by side models.

“Polaris side by side vehicles provide a safe way to get about the farm.

The driver can wear a seatbelt and they all have a ROPS approved roll cage,” he said.

“We are also offering a $1000 cash back and $1000 worth of accessories with the Polaris Ranger 400 model.”

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 39

Farming Insight Knowledge there to be tapped could save them the trouble of having to learn from their own

mistakes.

Dairy farmer Colleen Laws visited Canberra re-

Loves her work: Colleen Laws is hoping to encourage older farmers to share their knowledge with newcomers.

Award chance The awards seek to recognise rural water licence holders who are doing clever things with water on their properties to improve water savings or productivity.

The four award categories include irrigation district water users, groundwater users, surface water users (rivers or dams) and community or education groups.

The awards are organised by Victoria’s rural water corporations in partnership with the VFF, the Victorian Water Industry Association and the Department of Environment and Primary Industries.

“These awards have been designed to showcase

excellence and leadership, and I strongly encourage both individual and business licence holders to consider entering the awards,” Richard Anderson, chair of the Victorian Farmers Federation Water Committee, said.

“Recipients of each award category will not only be financially rewarded, but recognised by their peers for their innovative use of water.

“Entrants should not forget the power that awards can bring to their business, often opening up new business opportunities and funding opportunities as well.

“For many it is also a chance to educate communities that for most landowners, being water wise has been a way of life for generations, not just recent times.”

Each local category

winner for Southern Rural Water will receive $500 in cash and will go in the running to win the state award of $2000 in cash for their respective category.

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Ms Laws farms at Jindivick in West Gippsland but is a committee member of the Young Dairy Development Program run by GippsDairy, encompassing South Gippsland.

“The recommendation came from Gippsland farmers that new entrants into the industry could have small discussion groups with experienced farmers as facilitators,” she said; Ms Laws’ proposes such groups meet every six to eight weeks, and she asked Dairy Australia to fund the program.

“The average age of a dairy farmer is 53 so we need to help the younger ones come through, otherwise that knowledge is just going to waste,” she said.

“My focus is on how we can help retain farmers in the industry. From research, there is that missing link in that knowledge from the old farmers.”

She was impressed by how Yannathan dairy

farmer and Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF) president Noel Campbell encouraged his employee – and now sharefarmer – Dean Turner to network to expand his grasp of dairying.

That entailed attending field days and discussion groups, and joining the Young Dairy Development Program. Mr Turner is sharing his wisdom with younger farmers.

Ms Laws spoke of her proposal to dairy industry representatives, include people from ADF and Dairy Australia.

Ms Laws was among 15 aspiring dairy industry leaders in Canberra as part of the 2014 Developing Dairy Leaders Program (DDLP).

That program aims to build the leadership skills of people committed to the future of the Australian dairy industry.

The program started in March with a five-day residential in Melbourne with state and national industry leaders.

The next phase of the program involved a regionally based project with the support of an industry mentor, and concluded with a

two-day residential in Canberra, where participants learn about advocacy and policy development at a national level.

Mr Campbell said the DDLP played an unique role in supporting the development of dairy’s next generation of leaders.

“A number of previous DDLP participants have gone on to serve the industry through ADF’s policy advisory groups, regional development programs,

state dairy farming organisations or in other industry representative bodies,” he said.

The Developing Dairy Leaders Program was developed in response to the Australian Dairy Industry Council’s Dairy Leadership – An Industry Blueprint 2010-15, which identified 150 - 200 leadership roles across the industry, requiring 40 new leaders to fill the positions each year.

EXPORT HEIFERS Now buying for China - Unjoined Holstein Heifers 100-180kg, 180-320kg - Unjoined Jersey Heifers 130-160KG, 180kg plus China Protocols apply.

Prices just gone up.

Ring for further information.

ALE5760220

YOUNG dairy farmers are missing out on information that

LEONGATHA Dane Perczyk 0408 176 063. David Holden 0428 749 390

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Small yarding lifts prices The usual buying group was present and operating keenly in a dearer market.

Quality was similar to last week’s offering however the limited numbers forced processors to compete in order to secure adequate numbers.

The young cattle were mostly yearling heifers, with the limited selection of well finished drafts attracting spirited bidding to im-

prove 12c/kg.

Grown steer and bullock numbers fell by more than half week on week, as all grades, including the manufacturing steers, lifted 5c to 8c/kg.

Most weights and grades were represented in the cows, with the lighter conditioned predominately dairy lines improving 7c to 13c, while the heavy beef cows lifted 5c to 10c/kg. Heavy weight bulls sold firm to 3c/ kg dearer.

Yearling steers were in short supply, with the majority selling from 160c to 192c after a top of 202c/kg. Yearling heifers showing

good finish made between 166c and 203c/kg.

Grown steers sold between 188c and 215c/ kg. Bullocks made from 185c to 218c/kg. The better finished heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 172c to 183c, with the crossbred portion from 180c to 191c/kg.

Most light and medium weight cows made between 110c and 135c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly between 135c and 152c/kg.

Heavy weight bulls made from 164c to 192c/ kg.

The next sale draw - July 23 & 24: 1.

Alex Scott, 2. SEJ, 3. Rodwells, 4. Elders, 5. Landmark, 6. David Phelan.

Wednesday, July 16

BULLOCKS 12 C. & W. McIndoe, Leongatha 18 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 7 M. Baryczka, Airly 8 D.J. Bentley, Leongatha South 9 Deenja Pastoral Pty Ltd, Toora 11 R.J. & R.H. Findlay, Leongatha STEERS 1 R. & J. McRae, West Creek 10 Lloyd Hengstberger, Dumbalk Nth 15 A.T. & T.J. Derham, Maryvale 6 D.J. Bentley, Leongatha South 13 JJ Holdings, Glengarry 1 P. & B. Boag, Fish Creek COWS 1 Willox Earthmoving, Yarram 1 B.R. Beattie Family, Nerrena 1 South Gippsland Livestock P/L Korumburra South 6 W.S. Moules, Strzelecki 1 S. & W. Bordonards, Koorooman 1 Black Partners, Narracan HEIFERS 11 P.F. & P.A. O’Loughlin, Nerrena 1 J. McRae, West Creek 12 N. & G. Stollery, Yarram 1 G.C. & M.A. Moore, Hedley 4 E.W. & J.T. Reid, Giffard West 1 Helen Lockie, Mirboo BULLS 1 G. Mangiafico, Dumbalk North 1 Helen Lockie, Mirboo 1 O’Hara Realty Pty Ltd, Yinnar 1 A.M. & M.M. Enbom, Korumburra 1 A.T. & T.J. Derham, Maryvale 1 M.J. Eales, Foster

600.8kg 646.1kg 630.0kg 555.0kg 603.3kg 621.8kg

217.6 216.2 214.6 213.6 211.6 207.6

$1307.41 $1396.89 $1351.98 $1185.48 $1276.65 $1290.89

415.0kg 504.0kg 539.3kg 515.0kg 530.9kg 360.0kg

201.2 200.0 197.6 196.6 195.6 195.0

$834.98 $1008.00 $1065.72 $1012.49 $1038.44 $702.00

560.0kg 145.8 $8164.80 570.0kg 185.6 $1057.92 595.0kg 335.8kg 680.0kg 660.0kg

160.0 $952.00 157.6 $529.27 152.0 $1033.60 152.0 $1003.00

400.9kg 340.0kg 417.9kg 485.0kg 456.3kg 305.0kg

203.3 201.6 201.2 196.2 196.2 186.2

$816.25 $685.44 $840.85 $951.57 $895.16 $567.91

856.0kg 915.0kg 865.0kg 900.0kg 880.0kg 875.0kg

192.6 192.0 191.6 187.6 186.6 186.2

$1665.99 $1756.80 $1657.34 $1688.40 $1642.08 $1629.25

CLEARING SALE A/C N FRANCIS SHEEPWAYS RD, KONGWAK FRIDAY JULY 25, 11:00 AM Kubota 125 X 4WD tractor 624 hrs, Massey Ferguson 6130 4WD tractor F.E.L with 4 in 1 bucket 3641 hrs, Kubota 5950 DT 4WD tractor F.E.L ROPS 5142 hrs, John Deere 590 hay/silage baler, Munro post rammer with side shift, Suzuki Kingquad 4x4 500 m/bike, 2.5 ton belt spreader, Hardi 600 ltr spray unit with boom, David Brown red diesel tractor, JF rotary rake, tedder rake, Vicon 6 disc mower, Hulls silage wrapper, Pegaro 230 rotera, Berand 7 tyne pasture ripper, 8' H/D terrace blade, Crump 1 ton spreader, Silvan 3pl spreader, travelling manure irrigator, silage grab to fit F.E.L, large quantity 8m railway iron, large quantity “H” section steel 2mt length, 3x hay rings, concrete troughs, stockyard gates x 3, complete roll 2”poly pipe ( new ), 5x ventilation fans (as new), old 3pl hay feeder, new hay & silage spike, calf puller, test buckets, AI kit, elec motor, hip clamp, pipe fittings, milk checker, corrugated iron, 50x 5ltr single calf feeders, approx. 50 rolls shedded hay 5x4 3yo, large qty hand tool, assorted sundry items.

Terms; Cash or cheque on day of sale.

GST applicable Number system, photo ID required for registration.

Light Luncheon.

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THERE were approximately 1100 export and 200 young cattle penned, representing a decrease of 700 head week on week.

LANDMARK WONTHAGGI 5672 2512 LANDMARK LEONGATHA 5662 2291 ANDY GRANT 0419 681 897 VENDOR: GRAHAM FRANCIS 0429 871 224

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Farming Insight

Export doors open Agribusiness Gippsland director Alex Arbuthnot AM, newly returned from the ASEAN mission, also suggested there is an opportunity for the UHT milk market, including small packs for the hotel/ resort market.

“This would help grow the coffee drinking market and would

be a real boost to milk sales,” he said.

He suggested members of the Victorian Agribusiness Council should focus on introducing small to medium-sized food firms to potential export clients.

Agribusiness Gippsland has already been active in export development with Mr Arbuthnot and chair Paul Ford both having joined recent Ministerial trade missions to south-east Asia and China.

“As a result of those visits we staged well-attended forums on halal food exports at Lardner Park and exporting to China, held at Morwell,” Mr Ford said.

“We also hosted a group of top chefs from Kuala Lumpur visiting west Gippsland for two days.

“This has highlighted to us the opportunity to establish a formal mentoring service for future food export leaders.

“It is a major project we are seeking to get established.”

During his latest visit, Mr Arbuthnot a director of Landcare Australia, met the Secretary General Malaysian Ministry of Natural Resources to discuss Landcare.

“With the focus by the Federal Government on improved bilateral arrangements with Asia, knowledge exchange - including Land-

care - should be on the agenda,” Mr Arbuthnot said.

He also had a chance to catch up with some of the Malaysian chefs Agribusiness Gippsland hosted in Gippsland last March.

“Chef Richmond Lim sends his regards,” he said.

“I had lunch with him and toured his magnificent kitchens at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.”

The June tour, led by Minister for Trade and Innovation Louise Asher, and Minister for Agriculture and Food Security Peter Walsh involved 200 delegates and 130 companies.

Young farmers backed “The Young Farmers’ Finance Scheme arms Victoria’s young farmers with the capital they need to progress into agricultural asset ownership.

“By extending the scheme, we’re investing in the future. We will work closely with our partners and Rural Finance to ensure Victorian agriculture continues to thrive.”

Rural Finance general manager of agribusiness Andrew Smith said the announcement was a great example of the ‘business as usual, only better’ mentality across the new group.

“As long term administrators of this scheme, Rural Finance has firsthand experience of the significant impact the Young Farmers’ Finance Scheme on the next generation of Victoria’s farmers,” he said.

“Rural Bank’s increased investment is a fillip for

Victorian young farmers, moving the sector towards new and renewed growth.

Having the support of community-based organisations like Bendigo and Rural Bank, who share our values, commitment and expertise in agriculture and finance is a win-win for all.”

Mr Smith said it was “business as usual”; Rural Finance’s brand, branches and staff continue to serve Victoria.

“Same staff, same office,

same signage,” he said.

“The best of the three organisations will be combined to serve our customers and improve our banking products and services, with an expanded regional footprint through an extensive national network.”

Young Victorian farmers are able to make applications at any Rural Finance branch. To find your local branch please visit ruralfinance.com.au or call 1300 796 101.

Koonwarra VLE Tuesday August 26 Contact your local Agent or Brian McCormack 0407 931 735

FOR SALE 30 Jersey cows mixed ages, calving July/Aug $1150 Plus GST 9 Friesian cows 6 years, calving July/Aug $1550 Plus GST Jersey Bulls 2 years $1000 Plus GST Friesian Bulls Registered 2 years $2000 plus GST

35 Friesian and Friesian x cows Calved in the Autumn Re-joined to A.I. Friesian for Autumn calving next year. $1,200.00 + G.S.T.

Further information contact Dane Perczyk 0408 176 063

ALE5760232

STORE SALE VLE - LEONGATHA

800

CATTLE

800

THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2014 Starting at 10am

David Phelan & Co. Pty. Ltd.

0429 050 349

5655 1677 5662 2291 5658 1894 5662 3523

30 x 2 yr old Jersey Heifers, commence calving 1st August Above Heifers are by Bushlea Bulls and in calf to Bushlea Bulls. As vendors have sold their dairy herd they are for genuine clearing sale conditions as they were their replacements to the milking herd where they had been dairying for 30 years.

Friesian and Jersey Bulls also for sale

5662 4388 5655 1133

SOUTH GIPPSLAND ASSOCIATED AGENTS

John Bowler 0408 238 464 Pat Bowler 0427 622 040 or your local representative.

REMINDER NOTICE

CLEARING SALE A/C DF & TM HEISER 675 MILLAR ROAD, YANAKIE MONDAY JULY 28, AT 11AM Entries Include: Kubota 2005 front end loader, New Can-Am Outlander, J/D 6810 Tractor, 2115 N/H Forage Harvester, J/D 854 Round Baler, MSX 100 Super Dual Axle Silage Wagon

David Piggin David Heiser SOU6660587

ENTRIES INCLUDE: A/C JOHN GILIAM, ‘ASHDALE’, DUMBALK (ANNUAL DRAFT) 90 Angus steer weaners, 10-11 months old by ‘Truro, Authoringa and Dunoon’blood bulls, yard weaned, drenched and vaccinated, top quality and very quiet. (SEJ) A/C R & L COPE, TARWIN 8 Friesian steers, 18 months old. (LANDMARK) A/C K.W & R.F BATTERSBY, KORUMBURRA 3 Angus Bulls, 21 months old. (RODWELLS)

5662 4033

FOR SALE A/C - Breeder

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Contact Paul Wilson 0407 865 202

Helping hands: Rural Bank managing director and chief executive Paul Hutchinson (right) and Andrew Smith, general manager of agribusiness (left) at Rural Finance at the Licciardello dairy farm in Mardan. They are with beneficiaries of the scheme, Lucas and Kylie Licciardello, with daughter Bella.

FOR SALE

ANNUAL ALL BREED'S BULL SALE LAN2851142

The announcement follows the sale of Rural Finance to Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Ltd (Bendigo Bank), placing it alongside Rural Bank in Bendigo Bank’s agricultural portfolio.

To mark the settlement, Rural Bank will assume funding for the Victorian Young Farmers’ Finance Scheme from the Victorian Government, and provide an additional $2.5 million to the scheme per year.

This lifts annual funding to $25 million, allowing the scheme to continue serving the future of Victorian agriculture.

The Young Farmers’ Finance Scheme plays an important role in the progression of well-qualified Victorian farmers by providing access to the capital they need to establish themselves in the agricultural sector.

The scheme has assisted more than 2200 young farmers across Victoria.

Rural Finance will continue to administer the scheme unchanged.

Rural Bank managing director and chief executive Paul Hutchinson said the increase in funding for the Young Farmers’ Finance Scheme by approximately 10 per cent, reflects Rural Bank’s commitment to invest in agriculture so the sector can prosper for the long term.

“Young farmers are critical to the long-term success of farming in Victoria,” Mr Hutchinson said.

STE3810652

RURAL Bank and Rural Finance have announced strengthened investment and support for the Victorian Young Farmers’ Finance Scheme.

Other side: Agribusiness Gippsland director Alex Arbuthnot visited supermarkets in Kuala Lumpur during a recent trade mission to the area.

0418 553 016 0413 937 647

STE3810651

GIPPSLAND food exporters need Halal information and training to capitalise on south-east Asian markets, according to a report from the latest Victorian Super Trade Mission.

Refer to website for full listing and photos www.sej.com.au

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BAG A BARGAIN in The Star!

FREE CLASSIFIED ADS

TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 HIGH CHAIR. Fold up. Adjustable height and harness. Padded seat.

Swivel wheels. Removable tray. $30.

Ph. 5663 5439.

LOUNGE RECLINER. Soft green colour. Very good condition. $45. Ph. 5655 1264.

SHOWER FRAME & DOOR. Frame:800x1880. Door: 750x1830.$20.

Ph. 0418 905 551.

HALL STAND. Blackwood. With storage box seat. Bevelled edge mirror - incomplete. 1.7hx915w. $45 ono. Ph. 5662 2570.

FIREPLACE SURROUND. Timber with ornate mantle piece. 2 shelves.

Classic Edwardian. 1.22wx1.7h. Very good condition. $50. Ph. 5662 2570.

TV CABINET. American oak. $50 ono.

Ph. 5664 4362.

INSTYLER HAIR CURLER/ STRAIGHTENER. $40 ono. Ph. 5664 4362.

MACBOOK PRO HARD CASE. Brand new. Use Mac with the case on.

Paid $50. Selling for $30. Ph. 0400 461 075 BARBIES AND BRATZ DOLLS. 18 barbies and 2 bratz. each with clothes, shoes and accessories. excellent condition. $20. Ph. 5664 2310.

CAR RAMP. Steel. Excellent condition. $30. Ph. 5672 2330.

GLADIOLI BULBS. 65. Red/orange flowers. $35. Ph. 0411 439 856.

TREE FERNS. Five available. $10 each. Ph. 0406 460 363.

‘SAFETY FIRST’ BED SIDE. Adjustable and removable. Good condition. To assist transition from cot to bed. $20. Ph. 0407 355 134.

BAG OF DOLLS CLOTHES, RUGS & ACCESSORIES. Handmade and bought. great condition. $20. Ph. 5664 2310.

ELKHORNS. 5 available. $10 each.

Ph. 0406 460 363.

CLOTHES HORSE. Fold up. Large size. white metal. 24 hanging rails. Good condition. $10. Ph. 0498 532 554.

TOWEL RACK. Wood. Free standing style. Baltic pine colour stain. 5 rails.

Good condition. $10. Ph. 0498 532 554.

DVD PLAYER. Conia. With remote control. Very good condition. $25. Ph. 0417 102 526.

CABINET. Glass fronted. Wooden. 3ft wide, 3ft high, 1ft 1inch deep. Like new. $25. Ph. 0417 102 526.

COOKING BOOKS. Approx 30. Good condition. Hard & soft cover books.

$50. Ph. 5655 2558.

SNOW CHAINS. 14”-16”wheels. can send photo. $20. Ph. 0409 192 026.

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.

BABY CHANGE TABLE. Black melamine. With storage area underneath table. excellent condition. $20. ph. 5663 5439.

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.

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.

JOLLY JUMPER. $30. Ph. 0417 147 227.

BABY BJORN BABY CARRIER. Black & purple. Brand new. $50. Ph. 0417 147 227.

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.

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.

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.

public notices

for lease

situations vacant

FOR LEASE approx 200 acres. Dairy cattle only. Ph: 5663-5286.

for rent

AGM will be held Thursday, August 14 at 6pm at the RACV Inverloch www.sbwn.com.au

Scots Pioneer Church Mardan South Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon 27th July 2014 at 2pm

LEONGATHA for rent, $260 per week, 2 bedroom unit, 1 year old, no pets, available now. Ph: 0419818011.

public notices

CASUAL FOOD HANDLER Cafe and coffee making experience essential. For more information contact Karen 0427-641224.

business opportunities ESTABLISHED Grey Army Lawn & Garden Care South Gippsland for urgent sale.

Genuine reasons for sale, call 0434-676682.

public notices

LEONGATHA TENNIS CLUB PRE SEASON OPEN SESSIONS For beginners, current players and newcomers to tennis

Former Editor Jane Ross speaks on “Seeing Stars” (32 years of local reporting)

Supported by local musicians

Stringz Costero

South Gippsland Community Players AFTERNOON TEA IS SERVED

All Welcome

OPEN SESSION Sunday, August 10 - 10am Courts open Sunday 17th & 24th 10am and Monday 11th, 18th, 25th 4-6pm ALL WELCOME

situations vacant CAFÉ IN INVERLOCH requires a

SKILLED CHEF to join their team You must have at least 4 years experience in a fast paced café. Pastry skills highly advantageous.

Please drop in your resumé to Agnes at the Vaughans Café, 10 A’Beckett Street, Inverloch.

Only permanent residents or citizens need apply

public notices THE MARRIAGE COURSE MAKING GOOD MARRIAGES BETTER When: Starting 4th August 2014 (for seven Monday nights) Time: 7.30 - 9.30pm Where: The Salvation Army, 2 Long Street, Leongatha Course fee: $60 per couple With coffee & Dessert NO GROUP DISCUSSIONS Contact: Sue 0409 625 232

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 28/07/2014 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

MAXIMUM 15 WORDS STAR OFFICE - 36 McCARTIN STREET, LEONGATHA EMAIL : bagabargain@thestar.com.au

OR PHONE :

5662 5555

Enquiries: Ross O’Sullivan, Project Manager - M: 0409 041 408

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 22, 2014 - PAGE 43

situations vacant

situations vacant

situations vacant

AGM

South Gippsland Dental

TRAINEE POSITION A leading dental practice in Gippsland requires a Dental Nurse. For those who have recently completed Year 12 or have graduated and are interested in starting a great career in the dental profession should contact our office without delay.

The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills, ability to foster great customer relationships, strong organisational skills and initiative, be friendly, hardworking and reliable, and have a real interest in caring for customers. The position is for 5 days per week from Monday to Friday.

To apply for the position please send your resumé to Karli Brislin at 32-34 ANZ Arcade, Bair Street, Leongatha 3953.

Applications close Friday 1st August 2014

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Café Operator Gippsland Southern Health Service is seeking expressions of interest from suitably experienced individuals or companies to run and operate a café from the new Leongatha Hospital. The café will occupy a space inside the front of the main entrance and is required to operate during business hours Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings. A lease will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Current employee police checks, business insurances and registrations must be maintained during the contract period. The ability to work in a healthcare environment will be highly regarded where presentation and effective communication is essential.

Please provide your interest in writing to the address below and supply contact details for at least two references that will demonstrate your relevant experience in the catering industry. Documentation that outlines the terms and conditions of the arrangement may be obtained from the undersigned.

Peter Van Hamond Manager Finance Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA VIC 3953 Telephone: 03 5667 5543 Email peter.vanhamond@gshs.com.au Expressions of Interest close no later than 5pm Tuesday 5th August 2014.

meetings

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’s Board of Governance is now seeking applications from high calibre executives for the position of

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER For further information regarding the position and application process, in the first instance, please visit: www.ucgipps.org.au or contact Nikki Drummond, General Manager People and Culture on 5662 5150 / nikki.drummond@ucgipps.org.au All applicants must address the key selection criteria.

Applications close 9am Monday 11 August 2014.

UnitingCare Gippsland in an equal opportunity employer.

We interview in the interests of safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

South Gippsland Shire Council

Customer Service Officer • Casual • $33.43 per hour • Be the front face of the Shire • Join a dedicated and fun team Enquiries to: Christian Stefani, Manager Customer Relations on (03) 5662 9200.

Coal Creek Community Park & Museum Teachers • Casual • $37.18 per hour • Conducting enjoyable educative classroom & onsite experiences • Current full VIT registration is necessary Enquiries to: Rowena Ashley, Coal Creek Site Coordinator on (03) 5655 1811.

Applications close Wednesday 6 August 2014.

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

Meeniyan Area Community Shop Inc Tuesday, August 5, 2014 MEENIYAN HALL SUPPER ROOM 10am

situations vacant

meetings Ruby Hall Association Inc

AGM

On Wednesday July 30 at 7.30pm Followed by a General Meeting in the RUBY HALL Tea, coffee and biscuits after

situations vacant

Remedial Massage Therapist required The Todd Chiropratic Wellness Group has facilities in Leongatha, Wonthaggi and Cowes that suit the addition of an enthusiastic remedial massage therapist.

Our Leongatha and Wonthaggi clinics have clients who will soon be looking for a new massage therapist because of a baby boom within our team.

We invite you to join a leading group of natural health practitioners across South Gippsland.

Please send your CV to:admin@toddchiro.com.au and include your experience and qualifications, eligibility status for AAMT membership, and area of residence.

meetings LEONGATHA RED CROSS

AGM

Thursday, July 31 10.30am At Leongatha RSL Guest Speaker: Avril Van Wamel Visitors most welcome Enquiries: 5659 8239 5668 6275

LEONGATHA TENNIS CLUB INC

AGM

On Monday August 11 CLUBROOMS 6.30pm for a meal 7.30pm for meeting Enquiries Frank Dekker 5668 5285

for sale

CHAINSAWS We stock the largest range of chainsaws in South Gippsland, including - Stihl, McCulloch and Husqvarna

from $199

Professional repairs and services to all makes of chainsaws.

We also have a large range of secondhand chainsaws available.

MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT

32358

situations vacant

Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, LEONGATHA Ph: 5662 2028 L.M.C.T. 2714

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

South Gippsland Shire Council

Local Laws Officer • Permanent Full Time

Direct Support Workers - Child Youth and Family

• $59,500 to $69,000 salary + 9.5% super • 9 day fortnight available • Regular overtime and on-call allowances available Enquiries to Bruce Gardiner, Local Laws Coordinator on (03) 5662 9200.

Technical Support Officer • Permanent Full Time • $59,500 salary + 9.5% super • 9 day fortnight available • Second level technical support to the organisation Enquiries to Raelene Bennett, Manager Information Systems Support on (03) 5662 9200.

Applications close Wednesday 30 July 2014.

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

WEST GIPPSLAND REGIONAL LIBRARY CORPORATION

DIGITAL SYSTEMS COORDINATOR Are you passionate about technology, communications and your community?

West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation are seeking an innovative and service oriented professional to help get our community online!

The position is designed to coordinate the delivery of appropriate community-first information and communications technology and web-based initiatives by supporting, maintaining and developing quality platforms across our library service.

This is a senior, Band 6, full-time position based in Warragul.

For further information call 5622 2849.

Applications for this position, including a current resumé, should be submitted to Carol Harper, Office Manager, West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation, 65 Victoria St, Warragul 3820, or by email to carolh@wgrlc.vic.gov.au no later than 5pm Thursday 31st July 2014.

Applicants must be available for an interview on Thursday 7th August if requested.

E.W. Tipping Foundation is a large, not for profit, community services organisation.

We work in a variety of ways to support people with a disability, children, youth, and families and we employ over 1400 staff across Victoria.

We are currently looking for Permanent Part Time and Casual Residential Direct Support Workers – Child Youth and Family (DSW) to work in our out-of-home care programs operating in the Gippsland area. The DSW provides day-to-day care and support to young people in a safe residential care setting. The DSW works with young people and other professionals within a care planning environment to support young people maintain daily routines and participate in education, social and recreational opportunities. The DSW must have an understanding of working with young people who present with behaviours associated with trauma related issues. This position will be required to undertake shift work and weekend work.

It is a challenging and rewarding position and needs someone who has experience in working with challenging behaviours and a passion for youth work!

All applicants will be required to hold a current satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check, First Aid Level 2 and also a Victorian Driver’s Licence.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right person with great salary packaging benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we strongly encourage men and women of all ages to apply.

For more information or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Wendy Gilbert, Service Manager on (03) 5135 4357.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please email your resumé including two professional references and a covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria to recruitment@tipping.org.au The Position Description can be found on the web site www.tipping.org.au Applications close at 5pm on Friday 1 August 2014.

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for sale DAVEY pressure pump 1/2 horsepower motor, hardly used, excellent condition, $150 ONO. Phone Bill 5668-2297.

FIREWOOD for sale, 6x4 trailer load, split, $80.

Free delivery Wonthaggi, Leongatha area. Ph: 0499099616.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.

FIREWOOD Local messmate / stringy / bluegum. Cut, split and dry.$100 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187.

HAY: 52 5x4 round bales $60 ea, small squares, excellent quality, shedded.

New season, $10 each.

Can deliver, conditions apply. 5664-1320.

HAY small squares, current season, shedded at Ruby, $6. Small lots fine. Phone Carrick Barter 0427795330.

HAY & STRAW for sale.

Size of bales: 8x4x3. Oats & Vetch mix, price $140 or Snail Medic clover $200, or barley straw $70. Freight available: Price plus GST & plus freight. Phone Mont Miller 0428-861159 or Joanne Geary 0427951091.

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for sale HAY small squares $8, suitable horses, this season. 5655-2107.

HUSQVARNA 359 chainsaw, 20 inch cutter bar. Excellent condition $300 ONO. Phone Bill 5668-2297.

KELVINATOR bar fridge, excellent condition, $120 ONO. Phone Bill 56682297.

LEMAIR chest freezer, model CF205k, 205 litre capacity, excellent condition, $120 ONO. Phone Bill 5668-2297.

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 0417530662.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

YAMAHA TTR 125, 2012 motorbike, bark busters, VGC, near new. Ph: 0457797488 after 6pm.

wanted to buy

livestock

garage sales

BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE

GARAGE SALE

FRIESIAN, ANGUS, HEREFORD, LIMO OR JERSEY All sound, young Hire or sale Phone 0447 331 762

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

PULLETS Wednesday, July 30 Commercial crossbreds.

Fully vaccinated.

Not debeaked.

12wk (Isa Brown) $15 Available from Elders Past., Leongatha

11am Phone 5662 3523 to order now (Brian Larkin Poultry)

used vehicles HOLDEN Classic, 1981 Gemini panel van, new tyres, windscreen etc.

Rego XCA623. Best offer.

5668-7232.

Affordable cars at drive away prices

Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804

Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay.

All on road costs paid.

ROI Number: CFA-2014-0063 CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW NEERIM SOUTH FIRE STATION AND ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS

FREE CAR REMOVAL

CFA is seeking registrations of interest from building contractors to tender for the construction of the new Neerim South Station at 189 - 205 Main Neerim Road, Neerim South. The total area of new building is approx. 500 sq.m. The major building comprises a 3-Bay motor room, amenities and offices.

Associated works includes construction of civil and drainage works and landscaping.

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

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers

Prospective Tenderers are required to register in writing.

5672 2946 0417 556 593

Registration documents, issued by CFA, must be duly completed and must include information indicating types of previous projects completed, their value and for whom constructed.

wanted CARAVANS for wrecking.

Ph: 5664-4423 AH.

Contractors must be commercially registered building practitioners and must submit a copy of their registration number.

EXPERIENCED House Sitter/Caretaker Mature, professional, employed woman seeking long term position in the Leongatha area. Animal care, home maintenance and gardening experience.

Non smoker and driver’s licence.

References available. Please call Tanja on 0407-419896.

The Victorian Government’s Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry (Victorian Code) and the Victorian Government’s Implementation Guidelines to the Victorian Code of Practice for the Building and Construction Industry (Victorian Guidelines) apply to this project. Compliance with the Victorian Code and Victorian Guidelines is a prerequisite to submitting any expression of interest or tender response and to any successful applications being awarded. Copies of the Victorian Code and Victorian Guidelines are available at www.dtf.vic.gov.au

work wanted MR TRUCK LICENCE, Test and Tag, NREL. Bruce 0417-904088.

CFA will consider all registrations of interest.

Tenders will then be invited from a number of registrants whose registration indicates their suitability for the job. Qualified local builders are encouraged to apply.

garage sales

Garage Sale

Registration documents are available only from the Tenders VIC website www.tenders.vic.gov.au Applicants will need to register with Tenders VIC to enable the download of documentation.

Saturday, July 26 8am start ZO420619

Closing Date and Time for Registration: 2.00 pm, Wednesday 6th August 2014 cfa.vic.gov.au

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

• 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

marriage celebrant CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

5662 2553 0438 097 181

SG CHEAPEST CARS

Registration of Interest

KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00)

PAM HERRALD

ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Phone Matt 0401-194601.

tenders

$27.50 GARAGE SALE KIT

No early birds Household goods, tools, books, Trailblazer fridge

10 Chamberlain Drive Leongatha

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

in memoriam BROCKLEBANK - Iris Dawn.

23.7.2010 Always in my heart and forever in my thoughts.

Bill.

BROCKLEBANK - Iris Dawn.

23.7.2010 Butterflies, the symbol of new life, seem to always be fluttering around me. Four years already Mum, so sadly missed.

Amanda, Pat, Hamish, Lucia and Finley xxxxx BROCKLEBANK - Iris Dawn.

23.7.2010 Till roses lose their petals Till the heather has lost its dew Till the end of time, dear Mum We will remember you.

Love, Shona, Trevor, Tim, Jess and Dale.

BROCKLEBANK - Iris Dawn.

Always in our thoughts.

So sadly missed.

Heather, Laurie, and family.

SLANEY - Wal. 9.3.1920 - 25.7.2010 Miss you Dad every day, you will be in our thoughts and hearts forever.

Love Alan, Helen, Joy, Vic, Pam, Sue, Sam and families.

Ready to help BASS Coast Shire Council visitor information centres are now better equipped to meet the needs of visitors with a disability.

The visitor information centres were successfully accredited as communication accessible by Scope Victoria recently.

Mayor Cr Neil Rankine said according to Scope Victoria, one in 500 people in Victoria needed support for successful communication.

“Considering Bass Coast is a key Australia tourist destination, it is important we are welcoming and accessible to all and this accreditation shows how committed we are to do that,” he said.

Staff and volunteers at the four visitor information centres completed a self assessment questionnaire and had pre assessment visits before at-

deaths CURTIS - Ron. The Leongatha & District Cricket Association acknowledge and regret the passing of a past president Ron Curtis, and extend our sincere sympathy to his family and friends.

DE LALANDE - William (Bill).

Loving partner of Myra for 10 years, and a wonderful friend for more than 50.

Passed away on 17.07.14 after a long battle with a terrible illness.

Peace at last.

Rest in peace Myra.

FOSTER - Arthur George.

2.2.1921 - 19.7.2014 Passed away peacefully at Melaleuca Lodge.

Aged 93 years.

Formerly of Leongatha and San Remo.

Loved husband of Ethel (dec).

Much loved father of Helen and father-in-law of Peter.

Loved Grandad of Sandra and husband Pieter. Loved Gramps of great grandsons Jarrod and Blake.

Happy family memories.

Please see Herald Sun for funeral details.

FOSTER - Arthur George.

(VX60522) The President and members of Leongatha RSL regret the passing of their esteemed member and extend deepest sympathy to the family.

Lest We Forget

deaths

tending workshops presented by Scope Victoria.

After the workshops were completed, assessors with complex communication needs conducted mystery shopper type phone calls and visits to visitor centres to check if they were applying their knowledge.

The centres are now qualified to display the Communication Access Symbol, which helps identify places trained in communicating with people who can’t speak or are difficult to understand.

For more information on communication accessibility, contact Rural Access on 1300BCOAST (226 278) or to gain your own communication accessible accreditation, contact the Scope Victoria Communication Resource Centre on 03 9843 2000.

deaths JOHNSTONE Hiryll Eileen.

11.04.1922 - 15.07.2014 Late of Fairfield, formerly of Middle Tarwin.

Eldest daughter of the late David and Hazel Johnstone.

Loved sister of George, Murray, Maxwell, Russell (all dec), Sylvia, Glenys, Colin, Julia and Jeffrey (dec).

Dearly loved by her many nieces and nephews.

She was the glue that held the family together. So sadly missed.

funerals WEST - A Service in memory of George Thomas West will be held at our Leongatha Chapel, corner of South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 1pm.

A service for cremation has taken place in Nambour, Queensland.

Email your adverts to The Star ads@thestar.com.au

deaths

Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors

deaths COCHRANE - Keith.

Late of Poowong.

Loved and loving brother of May and Albert Mayo (dec).

Loving uncle of Graeme (dec), Max (dec) and Lyndal, Raymond (dec) and Lorrell, Anne and John, Stuart and Lyn, and their families.

Your loving kindness and help will never be forgotten.

Forever in our hearts.

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

Jane to star FORMER Star editor and journalist Jane Ross will be the guest speaker at Scots Pioneer Church, Mardan South, this Sunday.

Ms Ross will present Seeing Stars, at the Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon, which begins at 2pm.

Music will be by Stringz Costero, comprising South Gippsland musicians.

Afternoon tea will be served.

The June PSA heard from Jennifer McQueeney, environmental engagement officer at Hobsons Bay City Council and a former local.

She spoke about the Healthy and Sustainable Living Workshop Program for Karen (Burmese) refugees.

Council Council worked alongside newly arrived Karen refugees to help them achieve affordable, healthy, connected and sustainable lifestyles.

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Knight's back school tree planting K N I G H T S To y o t a i n Leongatha and Leongatha Primary School are gearing up to support Australia's largest annual community tree planting and nature care event, National Tree Day, (Sunday, July 27).

Change at top: Community College Gippsland board chair Jenny Carmichael (centre) welcomes Sue Geals as acting CEO and thanks departing CEO Paul Wilson.

New college chief COMMUNITY College Gippsland (CCG) has welcomed Sue Geals as acting chief executive officer following the departure of Paul Wilson.

Mr Wilson has taken up a position with the recently formed Queensland TAFE as general manager of its East Coast region based on the Sunshine Coast.

CCG board chair Jenny Carmichael, said the board was pleased to have Ms Geals step up from director community services at CCG to fill the shoes of CEO. “Sue has 10 years experience in teaching, leadership and management roles in the VET sector. She owned and managed early childhood education facilities in the City of Casey for 10 years, and is a past board member of Casey Grammar (formerly Cranbourne Christian College),” she said.

“Sue’s appointment gives CCG continuity and minimal change as we move forward during a time of great change in the vocational education and training sector.”

Ms Carmichael said extensive work had gone into re-setting the organisation to ensure it is well positioned to move forward with VET sector funding changes during 2014 and beyond.

“The board thanks Paul Wilson for his leadership over the past two and a half years in setting the organisation’s direction,” she said.

Ms Geals said she looked forward to building the strong partnerships CCG has forged with business and communities across Gippsland.

“As a community college, CCG fills a critical training role in assisting people who may have left school early or want to get back into the workforce as well as businesses seeking to up-skill staff,” she said.

“I will be looking to build on our strengths, encourage innovation, and increase partnerships where CCG can resource-share to increase opportunities for local communities.”

Community College Gippsland operates seven campuses: Leongatha, Pakenham, Morwell, Traralgon, and two locations at Warragul.

CCG provides more than 80 nationally accredited courses from certificate to advanced diploma level courses in business, agriculture, horticulture, community services, aged care, children’s services, hair, beauty, and foundation studies, ESL and VCAL. For more information on CCG visit: www.ccg.asn.au or phone 5622 6000.

Stories just for adults STORIES for grownups have arrived at Wonthaggi Library, in the form of master storyteller Gael Cresp.

The library will host special story time sessions run at 1pm on every second Friday of the winter months, which are free to anyone who wants to come along.

“Most families will know about our great story time programs for children, and this is an opportunity for adults to find out what they’ve been missing,” said Colin Waring, Bass Coast principal librarian.

The sessions will run at lunch-time, and are designed to fit in with lunchbreaks for working people.

“If you’re anything like us at the library, you spend your lunch break eating a sandwich and staring at the wall in the staff room,” Mr Waring said.

Ms Cresp, whose well-woven tales have entertained many different kinds of groups in a long and successful story-

Celebrating 15 years of Toyota's support for the Planet Ark initiative in 2014, Knight's Toyota is set to drive planting activities at the school.

Leongatha Primary School students will get involved in the event, held on Schools Tree Day (this Friday, July 25) in a bid to inspire Australia's next generation to get into nature and grow, and help preserve the environment.

Since it began, National Tree Day–along with Schools Tree Day - has been responsible for helping various communities plant more than 20 million trees across the country as part of an ongoing commitment towards global sustainability.

The initiative, which sees Toyota's national dealer network provide on ground support to local communities at planting events across Australia, aims to create a society where people have contact with nature, understand its value and participate in its care.

“Toyota has a long tradition of

supporting Australian communities to globally improve the environment so we are looking forward to digging in to do our bit for National Tree Day this year,” Knight's Toyota dealer principal Bradley Westaway said.

“Our staff have their shovels ready to support this great cause and give something back to our community.”

Spokesperson for Planet Ark, Debbie Agnew added: “Each year more than 200,000 people take part in National Tree Day at approximately 3000 planting sites which is testament to the willingness of Australian communities to do what they can to support the environment.

“Every tree we plant on

National Tree Day or Schools Tree Day has a positive impact on the future of our planet but none of it would be possible without Toyota and its dealer network's support.”

Toyota is an industry leader in environmental research and technologies which assist in creating a more sustainable motoring future to benefit all communities.

Anyone and everyone can get involved in National Tree Day throughTreeday.planetark.org or by contacting their local participating Toyota dealership.

To get the latest tips, news and information on the initiative, visit Toyota.com.au/tree-day or via Twitter.com/toyota_aus and Facebook.com/toyota.aus

KNIGHT’S RENTAL CAR & TRUCK HIRE

Proudly Sponsored by Mesmerising: Gael Cresp will have stories for adults at Wonthaggi Library every second Friday of the month during winter. telling career, presented her first basket of stories last Friday.

Library staff member Bernadette Miles said that people were hanging on every word.

“I don’t think the library’s been that quiet in

a long time,” she said.

The next lunchtime story session will be on Friday, July 11, starting at 1pm. Anyone who wants to come along is welcome, and attendees can arrive and leave to fit in with their break from work.

KNIGHTS OF LEONGATHA EST. 1935 7-13 HUGHES STREET LEONGATHA PH: 5662 2302

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Valiant Knights downed by South Coast Senior Men

ON the back of last week’s 6-6 draw away to Korumburra, the reinvigorated Leongatha Knights were full of confidence heading to Outtrim to take on South Coast.

An up and down affair offered plenty of positives for the rebuilding Knights, even if a late lapse left them without any points for their efforts.

The game kicked off with a high intensity first half.

Sharp running from the South Coast forwards had them out to an early 1-0 lead, but the Knights struck back almost immediately through the excellent Tommy Stampton to make it 1-1.

Leongatha had a gilt edged opportunity to take a 2-1 lead into the break when P.J. O’Meara’s skill and industry on the right produced an inch perfect cross to Andrew ‘Foster’ Angwin at the back post.

His header blazed just inches wide.

With typical football luck, South Coast marched right up the field and scored a second to go into the break ahead.

Halftime score: South Coast 2 – Leongatha 1.

The second half began slightly flat compared to the first and the dip in tempo seemed to work against the Knights. As the

half wore on, South Coast were afforded the opportunity to pounce and duly obliged, scoring a couple goals in quick succession half-way through the final term to make it 4-1.

The Knights refused to wilt, however, and crafted a couple of beautiful chances of their own, again thanks to O’Meara’s wizardry on the wing.

Indeed, they finally broke through by a well deserved Anwin goal in the 75th minute to make it 4-2.

It was not to be for the Knights, however, as the home team netted two more late.

Knight Matt Taylor’s 86th minute strike, his fourth in two games, would only be a consolation as the South Cost Stars ran out 6-3 winners.

Despite the scoreline, the Knights will be heartened heading into the final third of the season. They never let their heads drop after conceding and kept creating chances.

Matt Taylor’s rebirth as a centre forward is clearly paying off, and P.J. O’Meara’s proven an absolute terror to opposing fullbacks as a wide forward.

Fergus Warren’s return from injury has restored vision and solidity to the Leongatha defence.

Young Luis Alba’s dedication and enthusiasm filling in at left back was exemplary and earned him Leongatha Man of the

Match honours.

Likewise, Tommy Stampton’s outstanding work-rate, discipline and hunger in the middle of the park was something the Knights will look forward to seeing more of over coming weeks.

Fulltime: South Coast 6 – Leongatha 3 Senior Women Leongatha Knights’ second face off with South Coast Stars once again provided an entertaining and nail biting game of soccer.

Both teams fought hard to gain an advantage in the first half but the Knights’ defence, with a stand out performance from Jess, was flawless in spite of a determined Stars offensive.

Despite some solid play from both sides, half time arrived without a score on the board.

Following a trademark uplifting speech from Coach Darcy, the Knights entered the second half with renewed determination.

Though the Stars scored early in the second half, Leongatha pulled together to push through

In control: U9 Knight, Sebastion Lamers shows skill with the ball and passion for the game in the match against South Coast on Saturday.

South Coast’s substantial defence with a cross from birthday girl Kim. The cross gave golden footed Rachel the opportunity she needed to put a goal in the net for Leongatha, resulting in a hard

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

WITH cold, wet and windy weather, conditions were not great for our fishing comp this weekend.

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The weather held out for the under sevens to have a great couple of

games against South Coast this weekend.

Two games were played and both teams played excellently.

Player of the week went to Casper Rhoden who played excellently for

South Coast to help make up two teams.

Eamon Reardon played an excellent first half.

Great goals were kicked by Mitch Croatto, Noah McLennan and Jack McNaughton.

• Leongatha badminton

At Port Phillip Heads Time

Fulltime: South Coast 1 - Leongatha 1 UNDER 7’s

Venus Bay Angling Kangaroos Fishing Competition scrape home

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.

won draw.

Fish of the day: Michael De Hamer with his winning catch.

However, we still managed good numbers with 19 members and two non members entered.

We even had a member of the local wildlife try to get in on the act with a wallaby in for a surf!

Senior Members prize winners: 1st Michael De Hamer (Salmon 940 gms, 470 Pts), 2nd Joe Gristi Salmon (640 gms, 320 Pts), 3rd Paul De Hamer (Salmon 460 gms, 230 Pts).

Senior Non-member prize winner: Shannon Forrest (Mullet 300 gms, 300 Pts).

Second place: Club president Anne McIntyre with Joe Gristi who weighed in with a nice salmon.

Good mullet: Shannon Forrest, who did alright for a non-member, with club president, Anne McIntyre.

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IN the closest match of the season to date, the Kangaroos team recorded a narrow one point victory over the Magpies, to elevate them into second position on the ladder.

This was an excellent match all night, with players of even standard competing against each other, with the Kangaroos stronger in the doubles sets while the Magpies had the better of the singles matches.

A draw would have been a more fitting result for such a high quality contest.

In the other A Grade clash the Bombers kept on their merry way with a dominating performance over a disappointing Hawks team.

Greg Marshman and Maurice Simpson won all their sets, while the match between Jim Newton and Ian Cole was an absolute blinder, going Ian’s way in a tiebreaker 17-14, leaving both men totally exhausted.

The Blues totally outplayed the Bulldogs in their B Grade match. Chris Holt

and Matt Patterson combined well to secure the win, however club treasurer Glen O’Neill was desperately unlucky to lose his singles to Chris Holt 15-11.

The final B Grade match was over in the blink of an eye, the Demons winning thanks to a fine performance

by Leonie Degnan. Guilia Joyce as usual was a top contributor for the Swans.

Round 8 results

A Grade: Kangaroos 3/98 d Magpies 3/97, Bombers 5/107 d Hawks 1/67, Tigers - bye.

B Grade: Blues 4/72 d Bulldogs 0/41, Demons 3/51 d Swans 2/50, Saints - bye.

Ladders

A Grade Bombers ..................................46 Kangaroos ...............................39 Hawks ......................................36 Tigers .......................................20 Magpies ....................................19 B Grade Blues ........................................42 Saints .......................................35 Swans.......................................18 Demons ....................................15 Bulldogs ...................................14

South Gippsland Bridge MEENIYAN - Monday evening: 1st Sally and Brian Hoskins; 2nd Margaret Munro and John Cocking; 3rd Kathryn Smith and David Baggallay; 4th Kathleen Dowd and Ellie McIntyre.

Tarwin Lower - Tuesday afternoon: 1st John Sullivan and Alan Johnston; 2nd Jack Kuiper and John Sutton; 3rd Jean Barbour and Margaret Munro; 4th Frank Arndt and Clive Hope.

Inverloch - Friday afternoon: 1st Jack Kuiper and Dina Drury; 2nd John Sullivan and Alan Johnston; 3rd Jean Barbour and Shirley Stewart; 4th Phillip and Neville Chapman.

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Mt Misery: Leongatha Cycling Club senior riders in Saturday’s hill-climb event at Outtrim.

• Leongatha Cycling Club

Race of truth FINALLY, Leongatha Cycling Club members had an opportunity to race.

After two consecutive cancellations due to inclement weather, conditions were favorable enough to allow the running of the annual Club Individual Time Trial and Hill Climb titles.

A few light showers early on ensured the roads were wet and riders had to work hard to stay warm, but the winds were light and all those riders who turned up were ready to tackle the two separate races ahead of them.

Five juniors and 15 senior riders entered the races and were sent off at one minute intervals for the first event, the Individual Time Trial.

Known affectionately as the “race of truth”, the time trial is a tough event and there is nowhere to hide as there is in a normal road race.

Junior riders headed out to the turn at Hudsons Rd and back, a total distance of about 12km.

Grace McLean took a solid win from Bernadette Fitzgerald, with Matt Winchester, returning from a break from racing, rounding out the podium in third.

Oliver McLean and Thomas Fitzgerald rode well also, both averaging around 25km per hour.

The senior riders were led off by elite handcyclist and Korumburra resident, Alex Welsh.

A lot of Alex’s racing consists of time trials so he was comfortable with the format.

The flat course also suited him and he set a very good pace out to the turn at Leongatha South.

Brett Franklin started at the end of the field but ended up taking the title in a very quick time of 30:52 for the 20.5 km course.

Thomas McFarlane, who has been working hard on his time trialling, finished second, 54 seconds behind Brett. Kevin Feely always rides a good time trial and today was no exception, fin-

ishing third in 33:21.

Dave Supple and Tony Clark weren’t far off the pace to take fourth and fifth places.

After a short break, most riders saddled up again for the hill climb race up Mt Misery.

Once again the juniors went first, riding to the saddle, and again it was Grace who took the win, this time by only a few seconds, over Bernadette.

Thomas took third place this time with Oliver fourth.

The senior riders were keen to get going as the temperature had dropped.

The pace at the start was steady and the group was together around the first corner before Ron Purtle decided it needed to be quicker.

This saw a split and it was the young brigade of Austin Timmins, Will Lumby, Thomas McFarlane and Harrison McLean who went to the front.

Only Ron and Dave Supple could follow.

Heading towards the saddle, Harrison and Ron fell back and Dave was dropped but recovered.

The steep left hand corner through the cutting just before the finish is always decisive but it couldn’t split the trio of teenagers.

A sprint finish saw Thomas take a narrow win from Austin and Will.

Last weekend, Will Lumby, Thomas Macfarlane and Austin Timmins all travelled to Eildon for a three stage tour event for junior riders.

All boys rode very strongly with Will taking out the U17 B Grade event after winning the final two road race stages.

Austin finshed in fifth place overall in the U15 event and Thomas eighth in U17.

All boys are training hard for the upcoming State Championships in Wangaratta.

Next week’s racing is at Korrine for the Sprag Trophy.

• Wonthaggi table tennis

Leongatha table tennis

Wonthaggi players win at Croydon Championships

OH what a night, but it wasn’t back in ’63.

THERE were multiple winners in last weekend’s Croydon Championships.

In the Junior events played on Saturday Zach Anstey won Division 2 and was runner up in Division 1.

Luke Anstey was runner up in Division 4.

There were approximately 100 entries from around Victoria.

Daniel Park played well in only his second tournament, winning a number of sets over the day.

The Sunday Veteran events had a huge field and it was a very long day.

Michael Ede, Averil Roberts and Case deBondt were the most successful Wonthaggi competitors, winning a total of ten cash prizes altogether.

A Grade Semi Final results:

First Timers (Case deBondt, Trish Denier) def Handicapped (Luke Anstey, Averil Roberts) 3-1. Case and Trish won the doubles in seven 11-9, 9-11, 11-9, 8-11, 11-6, 6-11, 11-5, clinching the win for their team.

Hit Out (Justin Licis, Sebastian Vethanayagam) def Clogwogs (Dirk Holwerda, Eric vanZuyden) 3-2.

This semi was won by Hit Out in a cliff hanger result.

Eric and Dirk won the all important doubles, leaving the last two singles to be played between Sebastian and Eric, Justin and Dirk.

Eric pulled out all the stops in one of his best games for the season and the set went all the way to the seventh game.

Sebastian won the seventh 11-

8, firing up after a slow and nervous start.

The fourth game in the set went to an astonishing 19-17 and both players were so evenly matched that no-one could claim the set until the last point was played in the seventh game.

With the match score at two all Dirk put up a good fight against Justin but lost on the fifth, giving Hit Out a 3-2 win and a chance to win this Wednesday’s Grand Final against Case and Trish.

Last week for intending new and returning players for the next season to get their names in.

We are also looking for more junior players to take up the next season of coaching on Thursdays, 6-7.

Phone Bruce 56 722130, Nancy 56 744628, or Trish 56 723421.

It was round one for all A Grade players and the club room was alive with conversation and laughter.

Team 4wards started well straight out of the blocks.

Bryce, Martin and Caitlyn claimed the first five consecutive wins, until Mark and Neil from team sdraW kcaB (Back Wards) squired the next two matches. With the remaining matches going one for one it was team 4ward’s early wins that brought them home first.

Team Hopefuls started off in similar fashion taking five of the first six matches, with Neil and Michaela at the helm as the Dowling men Kevin, Cam and Britt started with their shoelaces tied together.

Team Guinea Pigs and Team 4 where having a close ding dong right from the start. The single games

went one for one, but the night went to Team 4 who picked up win in both doubles matches.

Team Aliens and MMK also went one for one in the singles and the doubles won by team Alien Dirk, Satish, Daniel completed their night.

Michael Westaway and Michael Bracecamp both moved up from A Reserve to experience a greater challenge. Both Michael W and Michael B were club championship A Reserve singles finalists, with Michael W taking home the winner’s award.

So when they had to play against each other in A Grade this week it was a battle of the wits. Michael W lost the first game 1012. So was it time for Michael B to have a turn in the victory seat. Michael W took command and won the next two sets 11-9, 115. Michael B broke back in

the fourth set 11-7.

Tensions were on high at the change of ends. It was the calm, measured mature of Michael W who came through winning 114, as Michael B was left standing wondering what just happened.

Results

A Grade: Aliens 6-18 d MMk 5-23, 4wards 7-25 d sdraW kcaB 4-14, Hopefuls 7-22 d Holy Grail 4-16, Team 4 7-23 d Guinea Pigs, JAM 6-22 D Dodges 4-15.

Aggregate: (top 4 only) Dirk H 3 (116), Neil C 3 (109, Allan R 3 (108, Phil M 3 (107).

Ladder

A Grade 4wards .............................. 2-7-25 Team 4 .............................. 2-7-23 Hopefuls ........................... 2-7-22 JAM .................................. 2-6-22 Aliens ................................ 2-6-18 MMK................................. 0-5-23 Guinea Pigs ....................... 0-4-19 Holy Grail ......................... 0-4-16 Dodges .............................. 0-4-15 sdraW kcaB ....................... 0-4-14

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Ladies golf: Pam Christensen (sponsor) Alison Strong (C Grade) Trish Owen (Monthly Medal) Marea Maher (B Grade) enjoyed the competition on Wednesday.

Leongatha Golf Club women’s results AFTER a shaky start, the weather held to enable the completion of the July Monthly Medal and the final of the Silver Spoon.

This event was jointly sponsored

by Pam Christensen and House of Golf, Pakenham.

Four finalists qualified for the Silver Spoon during the first half year of the golfing calendar. Pat Pease, Barb Miller, Sharyn Rayson and Toni West were Monthly Medal winners in February through to June. Sharyn Rayson was the eventual winner with an 80 net.

She will now play at Sanctuary Lakes later in the year.

The Monthly Medal was won by Trish Owen who also won A Grade and the scratch event with 89/15/74.

Presentations were made after she was tested for performance enhancing drugs.

Club captain Marea Maher, won B Grade with a very neat 100/20/80.

Alison Strong, currently having a purple patch, won C Grade with 117/35/82.

Toni West won the putting com-

Leongatha

Woorayl

THE conditions for Saturday’s Stableford competition were heavy and good scoring was difficult.

Chris Leaver was able to handle the conditions well to have 39 points and take out the A Grade section.

Sam Sperling (31) had an excellent score of 43 points to win the B Grade and also the Super Comp.

NTP’s were Anthony Sparkes on the fourth hole and Steve Fisher on the seventh hole.

Chris Leaver completed a big day by being NTP on both the 14th and 16th holes.

DTL Balls: Nick Lafferty, J Hughes, S Hughes, Ken Wardle, Gordan Morrison, Steve Forrester, R Mackenzie, Tom Sorrell, Peter Hartigan, Merv Stubbs, Ian Watson and Geoff McDonald.

There was no Club Competition on Tuesday due to the Vets’ Competition, which was held at the club.

Geoff McDonald continued his good form on Thursday to win with 34 points in a countback from Bruce Cathie.

Geoff also took out NTP on the 14th hole whilst Neale Gillin was closest on the 16th.

DTL balls: Bruce Cathie, Kevin Castwood, Chris Leaver, Keith Finney, Peter Hartigan, Dylan Clark, Peter Walsh and Gary Peters.

SATURDAY was the first round of the club fourball championships (stroke and par) with 42 players taking to the course in an attempt to have their names inscribed in gold leaf on the honour board.

The scores were reflective of the damp conditions and the speed of the greens, which our curator Greg had quickened up to test everyone’s putting skills.

KB Carpets were our generous sponsor for the day and the clubs thank them for their long history of supporting Woorayl.

As far as the golf goes, it was a closely contested first round with four pairs sitting on top of the leader board at the end of the day with the handy score of plus eight.

The winners on a countback were Danny Dwyer and Nathan Lovie from runners-up Dean Dwyer and Zack Trease.

The other two pairs on plus eight were Terry Lund and Tom Ryan and Brian Hogan and Ash Turner who had to settle for a ball down the line.

Other balls went to Ian Balfour and Brett Stubbs with plus seven and Dale Burge and Warren Turner with plus six, sadly on a countback from the unlucky pair of Jim Newton and Kev Riseley.

Nearest the pins went to Damian Burge and Michael Grist, both of whom missed their putts.

Max Wood improved

petition on a count back with 20 putts.

Balls down the line were won by Sharyn Rayson 80 net, Pat Pease 81, Wendy Parker, Di Williams and Julie Howard 82, and Loris Clark and Glenyce McRobert with 83 net.

Nearest the pins were won by Jill Steer and Sharyn Rayson Saturday, July 19: Winner: Di Williams 27 points.

Down the line balls: Wendy Parker 23 points and Dot Stubbs 22 points.

a lot from last week with the assistance of partner Dennis Lim, but was still lucky enough to with the encouragement award, making it a back to back achievement. Well done, Max. The ball raffle was won by the Jack Howard syndicate.

So with a round down it was very tight at the top in the scratch and handicap events, setting things up for a great final round. The scratch leaders were Ian Balfour and Brett Stubbs with 69, followed by Trent Walters and Damian Symmons on 70 and Nathan Lovie and Danny Dwyer on 71. As documented in the results above, the handicap event was poised for a showdown of unprecedented proportions. Bring on Sunday.

Sunday dawned cloudy and cold with some rain in the air, but not enough to dampen the enthusiasm of the 34 players back for round two.

There was a buzz around the club as those in with a chance of taking out the major event prepared themselves for the contest.

Not satisfied the greens were quick enough on Saturday, Greg and Gristy were up early cutting and rolling them to make it appear as though we were putting on glass.

The day’s trophies were provided by Panthers Mensland who, like many of our sponsors, have a long history of

supporting our club. We thank them for their support.

The winners for the day with a fantastic score in trying conditions of plus 10, were Brian Hogan and Ash Turner, backing up their first round score of plus eight.

The runners up with a fine score of plus eight were Terry Lund and Tom Ryan. Tom also backed up a solid effort from the day before, finally clicking for two good rounds after many years of playing in the event together.

Balls down the line went to the lugubrious Trent Walters and Damian Symmons with plus six, Dean Dwyer and Zac Trease, also with plus six and Twig Charlton and Geoff McKinnon with plus five.

Nearest the pin on the eighth was Dale Burge and on the 17th, Graeme Winkler.

To the surprise of many, the marquis paring of Tim Burgess and Brendan “Shuffles” Robjant failed to fire and picked up the encouragement award for their efforts.

The “no luck” syndicate broke their drought of a few weeks to take out the ball raffle.

With the scores all in and the adding up done, there was nothing left to do but announce the 2014 scratch and handicap fourball champions.

The scratch champions are Trent Walters and Damian Symmons who improved on their first round score of 70 with a

solid 69, giving them a two round total of 139, edging out the runners up Ian Balfour and Brett Stubbs by three strokes.

The handicap champions are Brian Hogan and Ash Turner who put together two solid rounds of plus eight and plus 10 to finish on plus 18, two clear of second place getters, Terry Lund and Tom Ryan on plus 16.

The scratch and handicap fourball trophies will be awarded on presentation night and are generously sponsored by Ryan’s Bricks and Newton Concreting respectively.

Next week is monthly medal and the forecast is for a fine sunny day.

Woorayl ladies THIS week we welcomed the ladies from Meeniyan Golf Club for our annual social day at Woorayl.

We were blessed with fine and sunny weather for the day.

American Foursomes were played and the winners were Jenny Cope and Dot Jarvis with a good score of 108(33)75 nettwell done.

Runners up were Veronica Park and Marg Tuckett with 80 nett.

Down the line balls went to Andrea Thorson and Jo Fennell 80 1/2 nett, and Linda Brown and Thel Scoble 84 nett.

Nearest the pins to Linda Brown on eighth and Nancy Hammett on 17th.

Woorayl ladies served up a lovely luncheon to complete a very happy day.

Next week is American Foursomes and the following week is the final round of the Perrett Foursomes.

Mirboo North Thursday results

Competition: Stableford. Date: July 17.

Day Winner: Jeff Hughes (15) 35.

Down the lines: S. Duff 33 points and J. Blunsden 32 points.

Saturday results Competition: Stableford. Date: July 19.

Winner: Robert Clark (20) 37 points.

Down the lines: M. Payne 37 countback, R. Hoskin 35 points, D. Crookston 35 points and D. Taylor 34 points.

Second shot nearest the pin 1st hole: R. Pentland.

Nearest the pin: 4th G. Shandley, 6th J. Clark, 13th M. Payne, 16th J. Hughes.

South Gippsland Veterans

By Don Chapman

THE only blot on an otherwise perfect landscape at Leongatha Golf Club

was the weather.

Sunshine and blue skies were undergoing refurbishment, consequently the 75 Veterans were left to deal with the course plus wet and windy conditions. Scoring in the stableford competition was affected by the weather, however all battled manfully on and came indoors at the end to an excellent lunch.

Results showed quality had triumphed again.

A Grade went to Phillip Island’s 86 years young John Watt. Playing off a handicap of 19 he finished with 36 points, an excellent result.

B Grade went to his club mate Keith Sinclair, a stripling of 75, whose handicap of 23 saw him return with 34 points.

There is apparently no truth in the rumour John declined a spot in the British Open field because the standard was not high enough, he simply misplaced his entry form.

Nearest the pins went to Rob Bride, (Lang Lang), Graeme Calder, (Woorayl), John Richardson, (Wonthaggi), and Rob Fulton, (Foster) on holes 4, 7, 14 and 16 respectively.

Ball run down went to 27 points.

Our next game is scheduled for Thursday, August 14, at Woorayl Golf Club.

This is not a shotgun start - play will begin in a rolling start from 8.30 am onwards.

We look forward to seeing a good field for Canadian Foursomes.

Wonthaggi ON Saturday we played a four ball par event with a field of 77 players.

A Grade winners were K. Jamieson and R. Sheean +10, B Grade J. Harvey and M. Foster +7.

Balls down the line: M. Johnson and C. Jeeves +9, E. Vanagtmaal and I. McDonald +7, D. Williams and A. Bowman +6, S. Lowe and A. Loe +6, D. Tiley and D. Birt +5, J. Burke and P. Young +5.

Nearest the pins: 2nd I. McDonald, 8th B. Clark, 13th M. Johnson, 17th G. Moresco.

We have our annual general meeting coming up in September and we are looking for some new committee people to fill some positions.

If you are keen to assist our great golf club please contact our president Darren Green and he will be very happy to discuss.

Have a great week and I will see you on the golf course this Saturday.

New Golf Clinics starting this August Over 6 weeks with Ladies: 6 x 2 hour sessions starting Friday August 15 at 10am. $150 includes lunch and hot/cold drink Beginners: 6 x 1 hour sessions starting Thursday August 14 at 3:30pm, just $75 Juniors: 5 - 9 year olds 6 x 1 hour sessions starting Wednesday August 13 at 4:30pm, just $75; 10 - 13 year olds 6 x 1 hour sessions starting Thursday August 14 at 4:30, just $75.

Josh Hall PGA at the Leongatha Golf Club

Foster HEAVY conditions throughout the week greeted our golfers. Thankfully some golf was able to be played.

Tuesday, July 15 men’s stableford. No golf.

Thursday, July 17 men’s stableford. Winner - Larry Giddy (15) 32pts.

Balls down the line: Neil Chandler (21) 29 pts and John Stone (24) 27 pts.

Friday July 18 - stableford (chicken run). No golf.

Saturday, July 19 – stableford A solid field of 28 turned out for the club sponsored stableford event. The weather did look threatening at times, however the field managed to get around the 18 holes relatively unaffected .

A very consistent Tony Vanin again was too strong in the men’s A Grade with 36 pts, winning on a countback from Kevin Flett and Bruce Knee.

Strong work ethic, and positive attitude has paid off for Johnny Warren, blitzing the field in B Grade with 41 pts.

Down the line: Col Pulham (16) 38 pts, Phil Schofield (18) 37 pts, Kane Esler (20) 37 pts, Kevin Flett (6) 36 pts and Bruce Knee (13) 36 pts.

Nearest the pins: Phil Schofield, Bruce Knee, Norm Cooper, Kevin Flett and Rhyce Ireland.

Members’ and golfers’ draws: Amy Knee wasn’t present for the members’ draw on Friday night, missing out on the $750.

So it will jackpot to $800 next week. The Saturday golfers’ draw was won

by Athol McGrath, who unfortunately had already gone home. Jackpots to $280 next week. Tony Vanin was the winner of the card draw to collect the six pack of beer.

Coming events: Thursday, July 24 - stableford.

Friday, July 25 - chicken run. Friday, July 25 - members’ cash draw 6.30pm 8pm - $800. Saturday, July 26 - par. Saturday, July 26 - golfers’ cash draw 5.30pm - $280. Tuesday, July 29 - stableford.

Perseverance - A fine example of perseverance was rewarded on Saturday, with Johnny Warren winning the comp. Johnny has been working on his game, changing a few minor flaws, that had crept into his swing. There is no question of the enjoyment that golf brings to John.

To see his hard work and relaxed demeanour getting a result, should bring a smile to one’s face. It certainly does mine, well done Johnny!

855 Koonwarra-Inverloch Road Leongatha South.

Only 10 minutes from Inverloch

P: 5664 3314

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FOURTEEN keen bowlers at Buffalo this week ready for an enjoyable night of bowling.

After two teams of four and two of three were chosen some good bowling followed.

In the first game Rod McConchie, Glenys Pilkington, Joe Occhipinti and Mary Tumino had a good tussle with Charlie Tumino, Graeme Tobias, Dudley Harrison and Peter Heldens but went down 10-8, and Bill Wolswinkel, Carolyn Benson and Kevin Robinson started strongly to defeat Toni Heldens, Ian Benson and Joyce Occhipinti 10-2.

The second game saw Charlie’s team bowl well to topple Bill 11-5, and Rod’s team combined well to beat Ian 10-4.

Good bowling in the third game saw some close results. Ian had his first win, 9-5 over Charlie, and Rod a 7-5 win over Bill.

At the end of the night the winners were Rod (LWW) 14 ends +6, second Charlie (WWL) 13 ends +4, third Bill (WLL) 12 ends, and fourth Ian (LLW) 9 ends -10.

Congratulations and good luck to Toni and Bill for the association singles this week.

Social bowls 7.30pm Wednesday at the Buffalo hall, all welcome.

Mardan Indoor LAST week it was good to see a slight increase in numbers; not quite enough for even teams but all the same enough to have an enjoyable night again.

There were 11 players to divide into four teams and one of them made up of two players.

Two 10-end games were played.

The winners had a fairly comfortable night and apart from a couple of big scoring ends against them in the first game were very strong competition.

The runner-up, the team of two, had a very close first game and then piled on the pressure to have a big win in game two.

Congratulations to winners and runners-up and the results were as follows: Runners-up with a win, a loss and 9 ends: Jeanette Grady and Ian Hasty (S).

Winners with 2 wins: Sebastian Terranova, Bev Greenwood and Cliff Smith (S).

The SGIBBA Singles Championships are on Tuesday 29.

Meeniyan OUR first Monday washout occurred on June 30 but since then we have managed to turn on the good weather.

July 7 winners were locals Mick Scott, Les Godkin and Keith Pocklington with Bill Massier and Peter Emmet (Tarwin Lower) and local Karl Kappes runners-up.

July 14 winners were locals Bob Wylie, Barb Scott and Neville Meikle with Tarwin Lower’s Bill Massier, Arthur Newsome and Peter Emmett runners-up.

Our sponsor again was Meeniyan Area Community Shop (M.A.C.S.).

Friday, July 4 was our annual Christmas in July.

Lead by our catering manager Larraine Godkin the team did a great job with all the trimmings for the meal and superb table decorations.

Our next social get to-

gether is a casserole/fun night on Saturday, August 2, 6.30pm for a 7 pm start.

Names for catering would be helpful.

A former club member, Lindsay Richards passed away recently.

He was a member at Meeniyan for 18 years serving three terms as president.

During this time he oversaw the building of the present club house.

Our sympathy is extended to his immediate family and to his sisters Noelle Bright and Audrey Truscott who were also keen bowlers.

Tarwin Lower TRIPLES at Meeniyan on Monday, July 14 saw two Tarwin teams participating.

Bill Massier, Arthur Newsome and Peter Emmett managed to be runners-up again but the highlight of the day was an eight

by Steve Graham, Micky B and Tommy Handorf.

No names for who caused a miss of nine count; thanks Tommy.

Winter pairs on Tuesday 15 got off to a wet and cold start but the bowlers showed their keenness and played the full day.

The winners were Frank Cimino and Len Cuman from Wonthaggi.

Runners-up were Gary Harding and Keiren Gardiner from Inverloch.

Strange, but weren’t they runners-up last game; maybe they need to lift a little?

Our club room has had a few changes.

Come and view our past champions; a very pleasant addition and thanks go to Bill and Ned and their helpers.

Wednesday Wizz is on July 23.

Eight ends before a barbecue lunch and eight ends after (weather permitting of course).

Be at the club again by 10.30am for an 11am start.

Thursday 24 will host Mid Week Bowlers.

Please see the notice board for information or be at the club before 10.30am.

SGIBBA TUESDAY night saw our six Men and six Ladies local club champion representatives playing in our Men’s and Ladies’ Association Singles event.

A round robin of five games each are played with the winner being the one with the most wins and highest scores at the end of the night.

Good luck to you all.

Next week is our Association Presentation night where all trophies for our Pennant and Singles events are handed out after a social night of bowls with excellent prizes to be won.

This, therefore, will bring association-run events to a close but we do still have a couple of club level events on the calendar.

Dumbalk’s Charity Night on August 11 and Buffalo’s Peter MacCallum Night August 22 are both great nights and worthy causes not to be missed.

Happy Bowling.

Carpet bowls winners: from left, Rhonda Davis (S), Joyce Hutchison, Alan Johnson and Joan Clarke.

Inverloch BAD weather and building activity on scheduled social bowls days (Wenesday and Saturday) have restricted attendance or caused cancellation of several events on those days but entries are encouraged on anything like a fine day.

Yes, we do sometimes still get them during the darkest winter months and need every available player when we are blessed with sunshine and a dry green.

Usual start times: 11am on Wednesday and 12.30am on Saturday.

Meanwhile, carpet bowls continues to grow in strength and numbers on Tuesdays, starting at 10 am with playoffs for the Carpet Bowls Club Championships beginning now and spread over the next month.

Finals play-offs will be in late August.

More later once dates have been finalised.

On Tuesday 15 three mats were needed to cope with the healthy numbers now participating.

Two 10-end games produced only one two-game winning team: Rhonda Davis (on a winning streak) with Joan Clarke, Joyce Hutchinson and the newly-recruited bowling-arm bandit, Alan Johnson.

And for all losing teams the hot lunch is appreciated, especially when their bowls have refused to perform as instructed.

A lot of fun for $4 per head on a wintry Tuesday in Inverloch.

No need to book: just roll up by 9.50am.

LEONGATHA BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

TEAM ENTRIES ARE INVITED FOR Women’s competition and juniors individual, entries please go to www.leongathabasketball.com.au Walk in registration this Wednesday, July 23 at Splash basketball courts 5pm to 6pm

Go Bombers: on Monday, July 14 the students of Foster Primary school were treated to a visit by some Essendon stars. From left, Orazio Fantasia, school captains Margot Bettles and Hugh Nicoll, and Will Hams.

Commencing July 29 WOMEN Entries close July 25.

JUNIORS Girls and Boys age-groups ranging from U10 to U17 Electronic Registrations close July 23

PAST, E & NEW XISTING VERY WPLAYERS ELCOM E Senior enquiries to: Morgan Fisher, 0409 647 554 Junior enquiries: Dan Monoghan,

0458 641 234.

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Taking the netball scene by storm PLAYING in a premiership team is a highlight of any sportsperson’s life regardless of whether one is five, 25 or 65.

Under13 Girls: back row from left, Kym Rinehart (assistant coach), Sara Janssen (coach), Olivia Wood, Courtney McDonald, Olivia Donders, Brydie Murphy, Aria Ranui, Kate Rinehart, Louise Murphy (team manager), Vanessa Ingram Daniel (assistant manager). Front row from left, Teneishia Black, Gabriella Carbon, Ainslie McKellar, Mollie Welsh, Charlotte Martin, Talia Janssen, Eemaan Zafar, Matisse Daniel, Tahlia Hill. Photo courtesy of sportsonline.net.au

Under15 Girls: back row from left, Scott Rice (assistant coach), Nicole Creaser (coach), Adelle O’Doherty, Emme Varney, Ali Duncan, Olivia Stagg, Mia Pedersen, Gabrielle Taylor, Steve Butler (team manager).

Front row from left, Hannah Lewis, Phoebe O’Brien, Teaghan Morris, Bonita Comer, Mayra Rice, Isabella Donders, Sarah Butler, Jessica Cull, Rechelle Lester. Photo courtesy of sportsonline.net.au

Under17 Girls: back row from left, Laura Swan (assistant coach), Dave Glazzard (coach), Lara Caune, Lauren Gooden, Sarah Chandler, Kate Ingram, Annika Caune, Louise Kelly (team manager). Front row from left, Mackayla Coote, Jordan Bartlett, Grace Lawrence, Lauren Mitchell, Leanda Linn, Isobelle McArthur, Nadine Philip, Molly Coulton, Meagan Mogridge, Annie Broad, Natasha Blackshaw. Photo courtesy of sportsonline.net.au

Hockey Victoria Junior State Championships July 1 – 5. 2014 THE July school holidays were taken up with the Junior State Championships for a number of talented and dedicated hockey players from the Gippsland region.

Representative players from Gippsland Bulls, West Gippsland Hockey Association, Latrobe Valley Hockey Association and East Gippsland Hockey Association all joined together to form the South East Country Cougars to compete in this high level competition in Melbourne.

The competition was held in the first week of the school holidays at Footscray Hockey Club and the State Netball Hockey Centre.

The sun shone for the whole week of play for the U13 girls, U13 boys, U15 girls, U15 boys, U17 girls and U17 boys.

Each age group consisted of 10 teams that contained the best players from each zone.

Playing against other country and metro zones for the week, Gippsland hockey players were able to show their love and passion for the sport which resulted in some wins, draws, losses and injuries.

Each team has been training for this competition for the last eight weeks with players from as far as Maffra travelling to Bellbird Park in Drouin or Churchill hockey ground for training most Sundays.

At the Junior State Championships players are watched by Hockey Victoria selectors to be selected to represent Victoria in a national competition.

Ladder placings:U13 Girls, 7th Place; U13 Boys, 9th Place; U15 Girls, 8th Place; U15 Boys, 10th Place; U17 Girls, 10th Place; U17 Boys, 9th Place.

Hannah Flanders, as reported in The Star on Tuesday, July 8 played a pivotal role in Monash Storm’s two goal premiership victory over City West Falcons.

Having had time to reflect on a successful season for herself and her teammates she was full of praise for not only Monash Storm, but also local clubs Fish Creek and Gippsland Storm Netball Club which over the last few years have helped Flanders develop her game to a level that allows her to compete at the elite level.

Having played under ex Diamond’s defender Jo Curran, when asked what three important lessons she learnt this season Flanders said, “To be more composed on the court, don’t stress about things that are out of my control and have a high level work ethic both at training and on game day.

“Jo taught me ways that I could take my game to the next level to match the opposition defenders.”

Flanders said that from the time she started playing Junior netball at Fish Creek she has always had coaches whose main objective was to teach her the finer points of the game.

“At our club we always strive to get the best out of our players and seek outside expertise at various training sessions to benefit our players and our teams.”

She advises netballers aspiring to play at the elite level to never give up, even when the

going gets tough and things are not going to plan.

“When team mates of mine were being selected for VNL and I missed out, even though I took the news pretty hard, with the support and confidence of my coach Simon O’Shanassy, I maintained a positive attitude and outlook.

“That eventually paid off when I was selected in the VNL side this year.

“If you don’t succeed at first with what you want to achieve, work that little bit harder to get there.”

Flanders was overwhelmed and excited to see the amount of support she had from her friends and family, and people

from Gippsland Storm, who had travelled from Gippsland and were there to support the team.

Hannah says she is “really proud to be a part of and represent the Fish Creek Football Netball Club.

“They have been right behind me the whole way through.

“I was given a pathway at Gippsland Storm to firstly develop my skills, and then from there they prepared me for the transition into VNL, and without their support and guidance, my success would not have happened.”

If at first you don’t succeed: Hannah Flanders is full of praise for the Fish Creek Football Netball Club which has played such an important part in nurturing her playing career.

Undefeated: back row from left, Kate Sidebottom (Phillip Island), Hannah Flanders (Fish Creek), Jarney Thomas (Dalyston), Kim Hillberg (KorumburraBena), Christie Hillberg (Korumburra-Bena) and coach Cath Chester (Foster).

Front row from left, Kate Sperling (Fish Creek), Tess Angarane (Dalyston), Abbey Shaw (Fish Creek) and Jacquie Snooks (Korumburra-Bena).

Winners again A BIG congratulations to Cath and our open Alberton netball side who won the Champions Challenge on Sunday and are 2014 State League Premiers for the second year in a row.

The Sunday prior the girls travelled to Knox to play off in Netball Victoria’s Champions Challenge.

They qualified for this tournament by winning the Eastern Regional State League Competition back in March this year at Churchill and had the privilege to play the winners of the other regional state league competitions from across the state.

These were all large Football/Netball

Leagues: Bendigo, Hampden and Ballarat.

The girls played three short games (two by 12 minute halves) and were undefeated.

This catapulted them into the grand final which was played at Waverley Stadium after the Australian National League Game between the two Victorian teams.

They came up against Ballarat FNL in a full four by 15 minute game.

All players got to take the court and contribute to this game and they came out 10 goal victors (46 to 36).

This is back to back wins for Cath and the girls and another feather in their cap having won every competition they have played this year.

Thank you and well done to all involved.

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Parrots netball Round 14 results Under 13

Leongatha 20 d Warragul 16 Bakers Delight - Simone Dekker, Bistro $10 voucher - Lizzie Harms, Rusty Windmill - Hayley Wright.

Great win for us girls. We fought hard as we were very determind to win after the draw last week. Everybody deserved an award today. Great game girls, keep up the improvement for our next game against Drouin.

Under 15

Leongatha 8 def by Warragul 41 Leongatha Canteen - Sarah Riseley, Rusty Windmill - Ash Gilliam.

Well done girls. It was a tough

game but we fought it out to the end. Bad luck. Keep working hard at training and good luck for your game against Drouin.

Under 17

Leongatha 48 d Warragul 23 Voyage Fitness - Philippa Littlejohn, Network Video - Codie Davidson, Rusty Windmill - Koby Dennison.

Good win girls. Strong attacking and defending. All played to the best of their ability, staying strong to the end. Well done girls. Good luck for our game against Drouin, keep up your good work.

C Grade

Buzz Hair Studio - Elise Dowling, Darcys - Sandy Lesk-Grylls, Rusty Windmill - Carlie McNamara.

Auction - Elise Dowling.

Great win today girls. Everyone played a fantastic game, defenders took many intercepts, goalers shot beautifully and midcourters ran hard.

Well done C Grade chicks.

B Grade Darcys - Andrea Lynch, RSL Nicola Marriott, Rusty Windmill Amy Giesler.

Well done girls on an awesome win. Get around Lisa Clark for shooting the game winning goal after the whistle. Lets take this win into our game against Drouin.

Gippsland netball Results - Round 14

A Grade: Bairnsdale 33 lt Traralgon 35, Moe 41 d Sale 35, Drouin 52 d Wonthaggi Power 39, Maffra 40 d lt Morwell 54.

B Grade: Bairnsdale 35 lt Traralgon 48, Moe 39 lt Sale 47, Drouin 54 d Wonthaggi Power 37, Maffra 41 lt Morwell 48, Leongatha 45 d Warragul 44.

C Grade: Bairnsdale 31 lt Traralgon 36, Moe 32 d Sale 30, Drouin 22 lt Wonthaggi Power 31, Maffra 32 lt Morwell 35, Leongatha 39 d Warragul 17.

Under 17: Bairnsdale 26 lt Traralgon 57, Moe 34 d Sale 30, Drouin 29 d Wonthaggi Power 27, Maffra 61 d Morwell 20, Le-

ongatha 48 d Warragul 23.

Under 15: Bairnsdale 22 lt Traralgon, Moe 30 lt Sale 42, Drouin 37 lt Wonthaggi Power 42, Maffra 46 d Morwell 16, Leongatha 8 lt Warragul 41.

Under 13: Bairnsdale 24 d Traralgon 22, Moe 29 d Sale 21, Drouin 14 lt Wonthaggi Power 36, Maffra 52 d Morwell 24, Leongatha 20 d Warragul 16.

Ladders

A Grade Morwell ...................... 116.00 Traralgon ................... 116.12 Sale ............................. 111.73 Drouin ........................107.52 Bairnsdale ....................97.24 Moe ...............................92.95 Leongatha....................100.20 Wonthaggi Power ..........88.47 Maffra............................76.82 Warragul ..........................0.00

44 38 38 34 32 30 28 28 8 0

B Grade Morwell ...................... 128.11 Traralgon ...................144.13 Drouin ........................ 111.60 Moe .............................103.77 Bairnsdale ..................104.26 Sale................................95.08 Leongatha......................94.70 Wonthaggi Power ..........88.82 Warragul ........................71.60 Maffra............................82.68 C Grade Traralgon ...................169.54 Morwell ......................141.60 Moe ............................. 113.85 Wonthaggi Power ...... 113.30 Sale .............................109.38 Maffra.......................... 113.11 Bairnsdale ................... 113.93 Leongatha......................86.81 Drouin ...........................58.30 Warragul ........................42.65 Under 17 Moe .............................146.74 Traralgon ...................174.54 Maffra ........................206.75 Sale .............................151.74 Bairnsdale ....................88.09

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Drouin ........................... 85.11 Leongatha......................68.54 Morwell .........................54.34 Wonthaggi Power ..........74.37 Warragul ........................57.03 Under 15 Traralgon ...................219.86 Moe .............................158.02 Maffra ........................146.77 Bairnsdale .................. 118.40 Wonthaggi Power ......132.20 Drouin ......................... 117.45 Sale.............................. 114.35 Warragul ........................80.77 Leongatha......................43.92 Morwell .........................20.94 Under 13 Maffra ........................292.08 Wonthaggi Power ......214.94 Moe ............................... 96.11 Drouin ..........................83.13 Bairnsdale ....................77.42 Traralgon .......................80.00 Sale................................85.88 Morwell .........................69.85 Leongatha......................58.31 Warragul ........................62.42

26 14 14 10 4 52 44 38 34 32 32 32 12 4 0 56 52 36 28 26 24 20 16 14 8

Skill: Inverloch’s Kelsey Buxton reaches high to block Fish Creek’s Hannah Flanders’ attempt to goal.

Leongatha &District netball Results - July 19

11 & Under: Meeniyan & District 11 d Mt Eccles Pink 4, St Laurence Gold 16 d Mt Eccles White 5, Mt Eccles Aqua 2 drew St Laurence Maroon 2, Town Tangerine 12 d Meeniyan & District (2) 1, Mirboo North Gold 30 d Mt Eccles Purple 1, Mirboo North Purple 22 d Town Black 3.

LDNA umpires

13 & Under: Meeniyan & District 18 d Mt Eccles Pink 6, Mirboo North Gold 28 d Mirboo North Purple 26, Mt Eccles Purple 18 d Mt Eccles Aqua 13, Town 17 d St Laurence 5.

15 & Under: Town Black 23 d St Laurence Blue 21, Mirboo North 34 d Town Tangerine 10, St Laurence Maroon 19 d Stony Creek 13.

C Grade: Meeniyan & Dist Yellow 53 d Town 29, Meeniyan & Dist Blue 48

d St Laurence 29, Mirboo North 52 d Mt Eccles 32.

Open: St Laurence 54 d Town Black 26, Town Green 58 d Mt Eccles Navy 25, Mt Eccles White 45 d Town Tangerine 18.

Ladders

13 & Under Meeniyan & Dist .......226.79 Mirboo Nth Purple.... 211.57 Mirboo North Gold ...194.31 Mt Eccles Purple .......138.81 Mt Eccles Aqua ........... 113.27 Mt Eccles Pink ..............70.21 Town..............................32.59 St Laurence ..................... 6.31 15 & Under

16 16 16 14 10 4 4 0

Mirboo North ............175.74 Town Black ................ 112.08 St Laurence Blue ....... 108.70 Town Tangerine ...........92.76 St Laurence Maroon ......72.54 Stony Creek...................58.61 C Grade Meen & Dist Blue ......218.73 Mirboo North ............145.62 Meen & Dist Yellow...109.15 Town .............................85.68 St Laurence ...................68.70 Mt Eccles ......................38.40 Open Section Town Green................234.48 St Laurence ................162.04 Mt Eccles White ..........88.62 Mt Eccles Navy ............76.87 Town Tangerine.............63.40 Town Black ...................60.00

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Alberton netball Results - Round 15

Saturday, July 26

11am: Michaelyah Stephens, Anita Gourlay, Mary Gourlay, Phil Smith, Emily Chadwick, Amy Smith, Lisa Mildenhall, Erin Beaudinette, Madi Wright, Bridget Eldred, Maria Evison, Kaili Pritchett, Sophie Clarke, Chelsea Hoffman, Melinda Brown, Julie Grant, Millie Hannon, Rebecca Aniston, Jesseme Aniston, Angelique Dunlevie.

12pm: Amy Smith, Emily Chadwick, Mariah Grant, Lauren Beaudinette, Erin Beaudinette, Melissa Beardsworth, Jamie Gourlay, Pat Kuhne, Angelique Dunlevie, Janice Sing, Lori McKenzie, Sophie Clarke.

1pm: Phil Smith, Tracey Miles, Pat Kuhne, Anna Patterson, Alana Hanagraf, Emma Smith .

2:15pm: Lauren Beaudinette, Sue Ritchie, Janice Sing, Barb Challis, Alana Hanagraf, Julie Grant.

Any queries please contact Karen Clarke 0428 121 450.

Ball alert: from left, Cindy Brown, Jessica Wogan-Browne and Kelly McRae jockey for position.

Bustle: Corrine and Lafferty vie for the ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@ www.fourcornersframing.biz.

July 19 A Grade: InverlochKongwak 47 lt Fish Creek 49, MDU 57 d Stony Creek 40, Tarwin 13 lt Foster 83.

B Grade: InverlochKongwak 41 d Fish Creek 33, MDU 62 d Stony Creek 19, Tarwin 35 lt Foster 62.

C Grade: InverlochKongwak 47 d Fish Creek 24, MDU 23 lt Stony Creek 26, Tarwin 41 d Foster 17.

17 & Under: Inverloch-Kongwak 14 lt Fish Creek 37, MDU 47 d Stony Creek 17, Tarwin 26 lt Foster 32.

15 & Under: Inverloch-Kongwak 18 d Fish Creek 16, MDU 36 d Stony Creek 15, Tarwin 3 lt Foster 50.

13 & Under: Inverloch-Kongwak 30 d Fish Creek 11, MDU 45 d Stony Creek 4, Tarwin 1 lt Foster 27.

Ladders

A Grade Kor-Bena ....................219.86 44 Dalyston .....................163.25 44 Fish Creek ..................132.53 40 Inv-Kongwak .............124.90 32 MDU ........................... 111.70 28 Foster..........................127.73 24 Phillip Island ...............104.91 24 Stony Creek...................96.24 16 Toora .............................84.91 16 Kil-Bass.........................33.93 4 Tarwin ............................40.87 0 B Grade MDU ...........................171.89 46 Kor-Bena ....................144.25 44 Foster..........................146.44 36 Fish Creek ..................145.84 36 Inv-Kongwak .............150.22 32 Dalyston .....................109.88 30 Tarwin ...........................95.95 20 Stony Creek...................79.30 10 Toora .............................72.28 10 Phillip Island .................82.45 8 Kil-Bass.........................18.81 0 C Grade Inv-Kongwak .............189.83 52 Tarwin ........................142.12 42 Kor-Bena ....................195.98 40 Fish Creek ..................143.38 36 MDU ...........................106.70 24 Stony Creek .................87.32 24 Dalyston ......................100.83 16 Phillip Island .................82.47 14 Toora .............................87.00 12 Foster.............................68.18 12 Kil-Bass.........................19.48 0

17 & Under MDU ...........................177.41 Fish Creek ..................186.81 Kor-Bena ....................131.52 Dalyston ..................... 117.96 Foster..........................105.28 Phillip Island..............102.68 Tarwin ...........................88.92 Inv-Kongwak ................83.79 Toora .............................64.21 Kil-Bass.........................60.81 Stony Creek...................58.70 15 & Under Inv-Kongwak .............261.75 Foster..........................246.72 Kor-Bena ....................208.78 Fish Creek ..................134.36 Phillip Island..............130.41 MDU ...........................152.94 Kil-Bass.........................69.16 Toora .............................59.45 Dalyston ........................53.46 Stony Creek...................48.62 Tarwin ...........................16.40 13 & Under Inv-Kongwak .............515.09 MDU ...........................259.12 Dalyston .....................279.70 Fish Creek ..................203.70 Phillip Island..............131.31 Kor-Bena .................... 116.20 Foster.............................65.89 Toora .............................26.43 Kil-Bass.........................53.16 Tarwin ...........................22.59 Stony Creek...................10.79

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• MDU v Stony Creek

Dee-molition at Meeniyan MEENIYANDumbalk United have avenged an early season loss to Stony Creek with a comprehensive 56 point victory over their arch rivals.

Playing on home soil the Demons were particularly scintillating early in keeping their opponents goalless for the first half, while piling on seven majors of their own in attack.

A feature of the Demons’ first half performance was the contribution from the team with every man playing his role for the side and getting the better of his opponent.

This teamwork focus was on display all over the ground, however, most notably in attack with the Demons able to find many different avenues to goal which lead to a long list of single goalkickers on the scoresheet at half time.

Stony Creek on the other

hand was struggling and looked a shadow of the side that had triumphed in Round Four at the racecourse. A massive issue which was prevalent on this day was their need for a forward target, with all their key players forced to play in midfield or defence to control the damage that was being caused by a rampant Demon side.

Although noted Lion ball movers in Stone, Bowman and Linke did still find plenty of the football and were amongst their best, a lack of options often lead to them giving the ball back to the opposition and allowed MDU to dictate terms throughout the day.

At half time it could not have been clearer how the game was progressing based on the reaction of their coaching staff.

While MDU were in their rooms receiving praise from the fans and further instructions from the coach Mark

Dictating terms: from left, R. Harrington, Sam Forrester, Jesse Zuidema, Jason Riley and Charlie Dougherty. Forrester thinks the umpire should step in. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz

Lafferty, Chris Day and the Stony Creek side remained on the ground and cut a forlorn image on the forward flank following a half from hell.

After the break, things looked like they had gone from bad to worse for the Lions as the Demons piled on three goals within five minutes of play.

Spearhead Matthew Robbins kicked the most impressive of these goals with a classy finish off the ground and seemed to really revel in his return to the goal square following a recent stint in the midfield.

However, just when it looked like all hope had been lost for the Lions, they were able to get the ball forward and broke through for their first goal of the game.

Jacob Byrnes was the man of the moment for Stony Creek and kicked truly from directly in front after earning a free kick in a marking contest.

The relief of the breakthrough goal for Stony Creek may have upset their defensive structures though with Damien Adkins finding far too much space inside 50 and trotted in for the easiest of finishes.

The last quarter could have amounted to anything given the result was already locked away, however, to its credit Stony Creek was able to have a win on the scoreboard.

Jacob Byrnes was the man again with an opportunistic snap from a handball received deep in the forward area.

Mitchell Green was the other goal kicker for the Creek on the day with the youngster converting his set shot late in the game.

For the Demons it was

SENIORS

M.D.U. 12.9.81 Stony Creek 3.7.25 M.D.U. Goals: J. McMillan 2, B. Nicholson 2, M. Robbins 2, D. Adkins 2, T. McDermott 2, C. Hutcheson 1, R. Gillespie 1 Stony Creek Goals: J. Byrnes 2, M. Green 1 M.D.U. Best: J. Sinclair, M. Robbins, S. Wilson, D. Adkins, R. Olden, T. McDermott Stony Creek Best: C. Stone, L. Park, J. Monaghan, L. Bowman, C. Le Page, M. Linke RESERVES

M.D.U. 11.7.73 Stony Creek 5.4.34

Stony’s half of hell: from left: Joel Sinclaire, Ryan McKnight, Luke Bowman, Matt Harris, Brett McKnight and Sam Wilson. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz Robbins who added their lone final quarter goal, however, the side did have a number of other forward forays in the term with the likes of McDermott, Wilson and clear best player on the ground Sinclair all giving them plenty of drive at ground level.

The victory for MDU has proven to be an important one with the four points and slight percentage boost giving the side a slight buffer in sixth position on the ladder.

Next week the team must back up the weekend’s performance with another win as they face up to Toora in what looms as a danger game for the Demons.

Meanwhile Stony Creek will be desperate for a change in fortune as they take on Tarwin in a game which could go either way.

Leongatha Junior footy CGJFL ladders UNDER 10 W L D

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

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

%

794.23 513.70 576.56 111.32 104.30 90.74 43.80 56.02 25.67 17.72 13.85

Pts

44 40 36 32 24 24 20 16 12 8 8

UNDER 12 W L D

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

%

505.77 301.79 265.55 157.99 96.13 100.37 74.84 84.74 70.59 67.26 45.19 9.61

Pts

44 40 36 32 24 20 18 16 16 12 6 0

CGJFL UNDER 10 Leongatha 5.10.40 Yinnar 0.0.0 Goals: J. Burns 3, N. Beavis 1, Z. Scholz 1.

Best: Z. Scholz, R. Sturtevant, B. Peace, R. Checkley, L. Marshman, F. Moon.

UNDER 12 Leongatha 7.6.48 Yinnar 2.3.15 Goals: C. Michael 3, F. Materia 1, R. Kemp 1, X. Robertson 1, C. Russell 1.

Best: S. Coleman, L. Deering, M. Molloy, H. Sheedy, X. Robertson, C. Michael.

UNDER 14 Leongatha 12.12.74 Yinnar 2.2.14 Goals: B. Hastings 5, D. Anderson 3, B. Motton 2, J. Hastings 1, J. Wilson 1, C. Preston 1, C. Olden 1, M. Hoober 1.

Best: J. Hastings, S. Benra, R. Coleman, B. Kewming, D. Mancarella, J. McFarlane.

UNDER 14 W L D

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

%

282.20 235.15 188.14 200.00 123.65 120.09 94.82 63.52 51.37 50.84 63.93 27.54

Pts

40 40 36 32 28 22 22 12 12 12 8 0

AJFL UNDER 13 Korumburra 2.3.15 Leongatha Juniors 2.1.13 Leongatha best: A. Mancerella, T. Harry, T. Boler, M. McGannon, L. Stothart, J. Fisher.

UNDER 11 Leongatha Juniors 4.3.27 Korumburra 1.3.9 Leongatha best: J. Friend, J. Allen, M. McGrath, T. Pearson, A. Law, C. Buckland.

Gippsland ladder after coasting to a ‘Lord Nelson’ 111-point victory against Morwell East at Ronald Reserve, Morwell East, on Saturday.

The mighty Tigers wore black armbands in honor of the victims of the Malaysia Airlines disaster, one of whom was a work colleague of fullback, Drew Gardener.

A muddy surface, that included some sizeable bog holes, had little effect on Mirboo North’s outstanding ball handling, precision kicking and acceleration through the lines.

Any hope Morwell East had of upsetting the mighty Tigers, was soon dashed when the visitors booted 8.3 to zero in a one-sided first quarter.

Morwell East’s nonfunctional and incompatible structures were compounded by the Hawks regularly taking the wrong options and butchering the ball in the process.

Optimism had quickly turned to pessimism for the home side’s success-starved fans.

Apart from compiling a rearguard 3.5 in the second term, the stumbling Hawks were scoreless during the other three quarters of the match.

Unlike geese, the Hawks flew without formation and gathered few crumbs around the packs when the Sherrin was up for grabs.

Brandon Francis, Matt Brown and Paul Henry did their best to put Morwell East into the contest but their efforts were nullified by Mirboo North’s hunger for the ball, plus its powerful and fastmoving running game.

For three of the four quarters, Mirboo North dictated the terms of the match and made a point of punishing Morwell East for its mistakes.

Luke Palmer and Tim Traill both kicked five goals on a day where spilled marks, indiscriminate tackling and uncontrollable fumbling, continually undid the Hawks in their defensive 50.

Mirboo North’s best player was Jack Robertson, whose one-handed pickups at full speed continue to amaze everyone other than his teammates, who witness such deeds each week.

Josh Taylor, Damien Turner and Shane Peters were other Tigers who regularly swooped on the loose football whilst teammate, Jake Nash, had little trouble bursting through packs or brushing aside anyone who attempted to tackle him.

Mirboo North’s Joe Brooks was easily the best ruckman on the ground with top class palming, timely marking and accurate foot disposals, impressive features of his play.

At the breaks, coach Troy Hamilton was full of praise for the attractive football the Tigers were playing and en-

Leading Goalkickers: J. Stockdale 2, L. Moore 2, T. Stone 2 (S) Stony Creek Best: J. Hemming, T. Sinclair, T. Stone, L. Moore, J. Tiziani, T. Francis M.D.U. Best: E. Stephenson, D. Thorson, J. Riley, J. Webb, D. Campbell, Z. Cox

SENIORS LADDER

Play on: shepherded by a team mate, Demon D. Adkins is in the best position to claim the ball while Stony Creek’s J. Schelling appeals to the umpire for a free kick.

Tigers cruise to easy win climbed into third position on the Mid

Stony Creek 8.9.57 M.D.U. 2.4.16

Mid Gippsland League

• Mirboo North v Morwell East

REIGNING premiers, Mirboo North, have

Leading Goalkicker: L. Byrnes 3 (S) M.D.U. Best: J. Forrester, H. Langenberg, C. Harris, S. Holland, M. Olden, R. Livingstone Stony Creek Best: L. Byrnes, J. Stuart, J. Accardi, J. Stuart, S. Cope, B. Byrne THIRDS

couraged them to keep working hard, putting pressure on Morwell East’s ball carriers.

Hamilton had the Hawks guessing all match by regularly rotating his men on and

SENIORS Mirboo North 20.14.134 d Morwell East 3.5.23 Mirboo North goals: T. Traill 5, L. Palmer 5, J. Taylor 3, J. Nash 3, S. Busuttil 1, S. Peters 1, M. Holland 1, B. Waters 1.

Mirboo North best: J. Robertson, J. Taylor, J. Brooks, J. Nash, D. Turner, L. Palmer.

Morwell East goals: M. Brown 1, B. Francis 1, B. Gibson 1.

Morwell East best: B. Francis, M. Brown, P. Henry, B. Marks, H. Aarons, A. Duncan.

RESERVES Mirboo North 10.12.72 d Morwell East 4.8.32 Mirboo North goals: J. Grande 3, B. Maxwell 2, L. Ordish 1, P. Aveling 1, L. Steenbach 1, L. Gervasi 1, M. Wightman 1.

Mirboo North best: J. Alexander, J. Grande, S. Rogers, S. Lawson, B. Harriage, B. Maxwell.

Morwell East goals: J. Swanson 1, G. Greenwood 1, N. Nikodemski 1, A. Evans 1.

Morwell East best: R. Semmler,

SENIORS Boolarra 15.21.111 d Thorpdale 12.5.77 Boolarra goals: J. Giardina 6, S. Mazou 3, S. Boddy 2, A. Thorpe 1, C. Riseley 1, D. Mayman 1, T. Tobin 1.

Boolarra best: D. Mayman, D. Metcalf, N. Hider, M. Buglisi, T. Tobin, J. Giardina.

Thorpdale goals: N. Scurrah 4, K. Bedford 2, K. O’Connell 2, Z. O’Connell 1, T. Lappin 1, H. Foat 1, W. Carmody 1.

Thorpdale best: B. Santurini, R. Gieschen, N. Scurrah, D. Ham-

off the bench and through the midfield.

This Saturday, Mirboo North is at home to bottom side, Yallourn-Yallourn North.

C. Murphy, Z. Mangion, T. Scott, T. Willis, N. Nikodemski.

THIRDS Mirboo North 9.13.67 d Morwell East 2.7.19 Mirboo North goals: R. Oddy 2, J. Buxton 2, S. Pratt 1, I. Abas 1, J. Moro 1, Z. Porter 1, A. Miller 1.

Mirboo North best: S. Pratt, K. Robb, Z. Porter, B. Linforth, I. Abas, A. Miller.

Morwell East goals: E. Puttock 2.

Morwell East best: J. Lansdown, Z. Mangion, E. Puttock, Z. Mudge, J. Fossati, K. McCubbin.

FOURTHS Mirboo North 7.9.51 d Morwell East 2.5.17 Mirboo North goals: R. Oddy 4, T. Potter 1, B. Austin 1, A. Clissold 1.

Mirboo North best: K. Wilson, D. Allen, R. Oddy, J. Hohmann, T. Potter, B. Thomson.

Morwell East goals: B. Nikodemski 1, J. Cargill 1.

Morwell East best: K. McCubbin, A. Dodd, S. Tutton, L. Hunt, J. Collyer, J. Cargill.

mond, K. O’Connell, T. MacKenzie.

RESERVES Boolarra 8.14.62 d Thorpdale 9.6.60 Boolarra goals: D. Loprese 4, P. Gilpin 4.

Boolarra best: T. Beamish, J. Vuillermin, P. Gilpin, S. Cooper, D. Loprese, A. Ellis.

Thorpdale goals: C. Gibson-Williamson 4, A. Archipow 2, M. Atkinson 2, A. Price 1.

Thorpdale best: C. Gibson-Williamson, P MacKenzie, B. Hammond, A. Price, B. Atkinson, A. Archipow.

Yinnar ................... 228.02 Newborough ......... 223.80 Mirboo North ........ 177.04 Trafalgar ............... 170.35 Boolarra ................ 127.58 Thorpdale ................ 85.04 Morwell East ............ 58.74 Yarragon .................. 49.18 Hill End .................... 49.96 Yall-Yall North .......... 45.47

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RESERVES LADDER Newborough ......... 411.43 Yinnar ................... 292.05 Trafalgar ............... 169.47 Mirboo North ........ 109.15 Boolarra ................ 105.44 Hill End .................... 92.86 Thorpdale ................ 82.77 Morwell East ............ 53.77 Yarragon .................. 42.13 Yall-Yall North .......... 29.00

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THIRDS LADDER Yinnar ................... 259.78 Mirboo North ........ 248.64 Newborough ......... 178.00 Yarragon ............... 132.09 Trafalgar ................. 99.04 Thorpdale ................ 72.36 Morwell East ............ 59.81 Hill End .................... 42.00 Yall-Yall North .......... 40.69

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FOURTHS LADDER Yinnar ................. 1167.54 Newborough ......... 183.13 Mirboo North ........ 131.04 Trafalgar ................. 85.98 Hill End .................. 104.88 Thorpdale ................ 56.64 Yall-Yall North .......... 45.58 Morwell East ............ 31.66

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OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Yarragon 6.4.40 d Hill End 3.7.25 Newborough 19.15.129 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 4.1.25 Yinnar 19.6.120 d Trafalgar 6.4.40 RESERVES Hill End 11.16.82 d Yarragon 5.4.34 Newborough 18.21.129 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 0.2.2 Yinnar 12.6.78 d Trafalgar 3.5.23 THIRDS Yarragon 13.10.88 d Hill End 4.6.30 Yallourn-Yall Nth 6.10.46 d Newborough 5.7.37 Yinnar 11.11.77 d Trafalgar 9.6.60 FOURTHS Newborough 11.18.84 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 2.1.13 Yinnar 14.14.98 d Trafalgar 1.2.8

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thestar.com.au • Inverloch-Kongwak v Fish Creek

Fishy unlikely to make finals FISH Creek were on the road for the second week in a row and headed to Inverloch to take on Inverloch Kongwak in what was effectively an elimination final for the loser.

Fish Creek got out of the blocks the better of the two sides and had a goal on the board before the first minute had expired when Fishy’s big forward Damon gathered and got a slick handball to running teammate Mackie who goaled to give the Kangas just the start they wanted.

The Kangas continued to attack and the opening eight minutes they controlled the play and could have had a couple more goals on the board.

The Sea Eagles through their little man Cross started to move the ball well.

Over the next 15 minutes they would take control of the game with their key forwards McMillan and Clark kicking three and two goals respectively.

Houston added another to give them six goals in what was a period of domination.

Fish Creek battled back and Cooper kicked the final goal of the quarter to reduce the margin to 24 points at the first break.

The Fish Creek coach, furious with the umpires during the break, delivered a spray of his own after his side was on the wrong end of as six to one free kick count.

Fish Creek opened the second quarter with the first clearance going to Eade who

spotted up a leading Damon who marked and booted his first for the day.

A fairly even quarter followed with both sides adding one more goal each but Fish Creek’s poor use of the ball and disposal really hurt them around the ground and cost them further opportunities to hit the scoreboard.

They would still win the quarter, however, and the margin at the main break was 21 points in the Sea Eagle’s favor. Cross, Clark and McMillan proved a handful for Fish Creek while for Fish Creek Snooks, Gus Staley and Smith were all very lively.

The second half was an anticlimax really and the game never really reached the expectations that we had hoped for pre-match with IK booting the opening four goals of the third quarter to effectively end the match.

It was not until the 18 minute mark that Fish Creek registered its first goal of the second half to Graham, but IK would answer immediately

SENIORS

Inverloch-Kongwak 16.12.108 Fish Creek 9.7.61 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: L. McMillan 6, D. Clark 4, D. Houston 2, T. Lonsdale 2, A. Cross 2 Fish Creek Goals: L. Damon 3, B. Cooper 2, T. Mackie , T. Price , B. Graham , G. Park Inverloch-Kongwak Best: A. Cross, D. Clark, D. Houston, B. Hender, S. Scott, L. McMillan Fish Creek Best: A. Snooks, G. Staley, L. Eade, J. Smith, G. Park, L. Pratt RESERVES

Inverloch-Kongwak 14.14.98 Fish Creek 3.3.21 Leading Goalkickers: T. Murdoch 3, C. Spencer 3 (I) Inverloch-Kongwak Best: M. Donohue, D. Friswell, T. Whelan, C. Spencer, W. Hume, T. Murdoch Fish Creek Best: C. Blackberry, S.

through Cross who was dominating.

Fishy would go on to kick the final two goals of the quarter to Gareth Park and Damon and at the final change the margin was 31 points in favor of IK. The Fishy fans were hoping for a fairytale ending and their coach asked his team to have a crack.

It was not to be.

IK went forward immediately and only two and a half minutes into the final term McMillan had his sixth goal of the day in what was a day out that netted him his equal best tally for the year.

Fish Creek answered through Price and then Damon got his third of the day before IK finished with the final three goals of the game to take the win by 47 points and hand Fish Creek what may be their farewell from the finals race in 2014.

Fish Creek are at home to Korumburra-Bena next week while Inverloch-Kongwak take on Dalyston.

O’Shannassy, S. Buckland, C. Batten, I. McCallum, T. McGannon THIRDS

Inverloch-Kongwak 12.8.80 Fish Creek 7.7.49 Leading Goalkickers: C. Casey 2 (I), R. McGannon 2 (F) Inverloch-Kongwak Best: J. Burton, B. Paxton, T. Taylor, M. Burton, J. Fourie, T. Taylor Fish Creek Best: B. Harfield/Park, K. Jacobson, J. McGannon, J. O’Sullivan, R. McGannon, D. Ryan FOURTHS

Fish Creek 6.9.45 Inverloch-Kongwak 3.8.26 Leading Goalkickers: M. McGannon 2, B. Rogers 2 (F) Fish Creek Best: T. Price, C. Tracy, A. Denbrok, A. Wilson, A. Tracy Inverloch-Kongwak Best: L. Scott, J. Pryor, Z. Caughey, J. Benson, L. Paxton, T. Legg

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Dalyston ...... 9 Kil-Bass ...... 9 Phillip Is...... 9 Kor-Bena ..... 8 Inv-K’wak..... 7 MDU........... 7 Fish Creek ...... 6 Tarwin ............ 5 Stony Creek.... 3 Toora... ........... 3 Foster ............. 2

Ready to snap: Fish Creek forward Damon kicked four for the day and he and his opposite, Inverloch back, Withers, put on an interesting duel.

Stony Creek premiers reunite ON Saturday, July 26 the Stony Creek Football Netball Club is holding a reunion to celebrate the 30 year anniversary of the reserves back-to-back premierships from 1980 to 1984.

Past players including five times premiership coach Brian Davies have been invited to the game against Tarwin where an afternoon tea will be held at

half time of the Seniors’ match.

This will be followed by dinner at the RSL in Leongatha and the Mid-season Ball at the Memorial Hall.

Celebrations will continue on Sunday with a barbecue lunch at the club in Stony Creek.

To commemorate the event a jumper with the Premiership Team names, scores and teams defeated is available.

For more details contact club president Neil Cope on 0429 979 222

Tarwin trump Foster The Foster boys couldn’t fault the Sharks’ home turf, commenting it was one of the best grounds in the league.

The Sharks were off to a great start in the first quarter as they took control of the scoring end. However, they let Foster back into the game and ended the quarter only one goal ahead.

Coming into the second quarter, the teams found they were closely matched and the scores remained relatively even.

After a stern talk from their coach at half time, Tar-

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Tarwin 19.13.127 Foster 8.5.53 Tarwin Goals: T. Lomax 5, C. Hay 4, N. Giles 2, B. Byrnes 2, T. Cameron 1, R. Jencke 1, H. Browne 1, J. Cann 1, J. Chalmers 1, J. McMicking 1 Foster Goals: J. Toner 3, D. Hawking 1, M. Gleave 1, E. Staley 1, L. Galle 1, J. Paterson 1 Tarwin Best: B. Byrnes, T. Lomax, H. Browne, J. Chalmers, B. Chalmers, T. Cameron Foster Best: J. Toner, M. Howell, M. Eales, M. Brown, B. Angwin, J. Paterson RESERVES

Tarwin 11.5.71 Foster 3.6.24 Leading Goalkicker: P. McRae 3 (T) Tarwin Best: B. Launder, N. McRae, P. McRae, N. Lomax, V. Van Dillen, S. Blencowe

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win came back into the third quarter ready to stick to their game plan. They gained massive ground, ending the quarter with 94 points over Foster’s 32.

Tarwin took its foot off the pedal in the fourth quarter with the hope the game was done and dusted. Foster’s perseverance came through as they kicked three more goals before the final siren.

However, this wasn’t enough to knock Tarwin off the top spot.

Tarwin’s highlights were Todd Lomax’s impressive five goal count, the dominance of Brenton Byrnes in the ruck and Hayden Browne’s nice work on the ground.

Tarwin were thrilled to come away with a victory and an improved team effort.

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GOALKICKERS S. Flanders (Foster)............ (6) L. Gheller (Dalyston) .......... (0) R. Angwin (Foster) ............. (1) C. McInnes (Inv-K’wak)...... (7) N. Anderson (Won Pwr) ..... (0) T. Simpson (Won Pwr) ....... (0) L. Cocksedge (Foster) ........ (1) K. Robinson (Phillip Is) ...... (0) C. Farrell (Phillip Is) ........... (0) T. Hanegraaf (Kor-Bena) ..... (0) R. Sparkes (Inv-K’wak) ...... (1)

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35 22 21 16 16 13 13 13 12 11 11

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Foster Best: F. Griggs, D. La Casa, K. Bohn, W. Davy THIRDS

Foster 9.11.65 Tarwin 5.2.32 Leading Goalkickers: T. VanDyke 3 (F), J. Moore 3 (T) Foster Best: K. Bohn, R. Prain, E. Staley, H. Griggs, L. Wake, J. Cripps Tarwin Best: C. Brown, K. McGavin, J. Van der Kolk, J. Smith, J. Moore, K. Robinson FOURTHS

Foster 5.6.36 Tarwin 3.6.24 Leading Goalkicker: T. VanDyke 2 (F) Foster Best: L. Wake, T. VanDyke, B. Smith, J. Smith, J. Thornell, X. Duursma Tarwin Best: J. Hill, D. Garnham, J. Dunn , J. Norton, H. McNeil, J. Brown

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Corner Inlet .. 13 0 0 502.30 52 Inv-K’wak..... 11 2 0 259.86 44 L’gatha Jnr ... 7 6 0 99.81 28 Phillip Is...... 6 7 0 84.76 24 Kor-Bena ..... 5 7 1 76.89 22 Won Power ... 4 8 0 74.26 16 Dalyston ......... 3 8 1 74.95 14 Kil-Bass.......... 1 12 0 19.72 4

Reserves: Tarwin’s Eric Grattan takes a spectacular leap over his opponent to tap the ball to his team mate, Van Rijn.

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Phillip Is....... 11 2 0 307.09 Inv-K’wak...... 8 4 1 163.59 L’gatha Jnr .... 8 5 0 137.11 Kor-Bena ...... 6 7 0 69.65 Won Power .... 5 6 1 87.14 Corner Inlet ... 5 8 0 111.11 Kil-Bass........... 5 8 0 65.29 Dalyston .......... 2 100 29.25 GOALKICKERS H. Kewming (Leon Jnr) ...... (1) L. Marr (Foster).................. (0) E. Lamers (Leon Jnr) ......... (0) M. Moschetti (Phillip Is)..... (0) J. Wrigley (Leon Jnr) ......... (0) L. Dayson (Phillip Is) ......... (0) J. Sprie (Dalyston) ............. (0) R. Moresco (Won Pwr) ...... (0) J. Grace (Phillip Is) ............ (1) E. Spaull (Won Pwr)........... (0) B. Senior-Gibson (Won) ..... (0) M. Charles (Phillip Is) ........ (1) R. Macqueen (Kor-Bena) .... (0) L. Rathjen (Foster) ............. (0) J. Harris (Kor-Bena) ........... (1)

Pts

44 34 32 24 22 20 20 8 17 13 12 12 9 7 7 7 7 6 6 6 6 6 6

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161.56 153.54 141.28 135.77 128.52 94.75 78.04 89.94 63.31 59.20 60.90

36 36 36 32 28 28 24 20 12 12 8

GOALKICKERS M. Kraska (Dalyston) ......... (0) L. Damon (Fish Creek) ....... (3) K. Bergles (Kil-Bass) .......... (0) B. Fisher (Dalyston) ........... (0) L. McMillan (Inv-K’wak) ..... (6) J. Wells (Kil-Bass).............. (0) B. Runnalls (Phillip Is) ....... (0) M. Robbins (MDU)............. (2) C. Hay (Tarwin) .................. (4) C. Urie (Kor-Bena) .............. (0)

54 51 45 41 39 37 34 33 30 29

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Kil-Bass ...... 11 1 0 338.26 Phillip Is...... 10 2 0 260.56 Kor-Bena ..... 10 2 0 232.76 Dalyston ...... 9 3 0 241.55 MDU........... 8 5 0 103.65 Inv-K’wak..... 6 6 1 109.49 Toora... ........... 5 7 0 44.81 Tarwin ............ 4 8 0 66.20 Fish Creek ...... 2 10 1 35.95 Stony Creek.... 1 11 0 36.55 Foster ............. 1 12 0 32.47 GOALKICKERS M. Edwards (Kor-Bena) ...... (0) K. Taylor (Phillip Is)............ (0) B. Egeberg (Kil-Bass) ......... (0) B. Wallace (Kil-Bass).......... (0) P. McRae (Tarwin) .............. (3) R. Butler (Inv-K’wak).......... (0) S. McIntyre (Phillip Is) ....... (0) N. Eddy (MDU)................... (1) J. Brooker (Dalyston) ......... (0) R. Birnie (Dalyston)............ (0)

Pts

44 40 40 36 32 26 20 16 10 4 4 48 30 26 22 20 20 19 18 16 16

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• Tarwin v Foster

IT was a beautiful day for footy in Tarwin on Saturday – the rain held off for the clash against Foster.

3 0 3 0 3 0 4 0 6 0 6 0 7 0 7 0 9 0 9 0 11 0

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Dalyston ...... 12 0 0 611.01 Inv-K’wak..... 11 2 0 276.82 Kor-Bena ..... 8 4 0 312.09 Fish Creek.... 8 5 0 163.93 Phillip Is...... 8 4 0 135.81 Foster ......... 5 8 0 71.09 Kil-Bass.......... 5 7 0 67.50 Toora... ........... 5 7 0 51.70 Tarwin ............ 4 8 0 58.44 Stony Creek.... 2 10 0 28.57 MDU............... 0 13 0 12.49 GOALKICKERS N. Bainbridge (Dalyston) .... (0) O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (1) J. Sanna (Phillip Is) ............ (0) B. Dorling (Kor-Bena)......... (0) E. Taranto (Inv-K’wak)........ (0) J. Henderson (Kor-Bena) ... (0) B. Willder (Toora) ............... (0) D. Crook (Kor-Bena)........... (0) J. Buckland (Fish Ck) ......... (1) Z. Walker (Kor-Bena).......... (0)

Pts

48 44 32 32 32 20 20 20 16 8 0 36 36 32 28 27 26 23 22 22 22

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Dalyston ...... 10 1 0 1309.41 Inv-K’wak..... 10 2 0 497.56 Fish Creek.... 8 4 0 143.24 Kor-Bena ..... 7 4 0 163.03 Phillip Is...... 7 4 0 151.83 Foster ......... 4 7 0 51.47 Kil-Bass.......... 3 8 0 75.05 Stony Creek.... 3 7 0 69.13 Tarwin ............ 1 9 0 39.42 Toora... ........... 2 9 0 26.59 GOALKICKERS H. McInnes (Inv-K’wak) ..... (1) D. Brosnan (Dalyston)........ (0) B. Rogers (Fish Ck) ............ (2) J. Stockdale (Stony Ck) ...... (0) M. Crutchfield (Dalyston) ... (0) Z. Van Delft (Inv-K’wak) ..... (0) C. McInnes (Inv-K’wak)...... (1) K. Reid (Inv-K’wak) ............ (0) M. Mattock (Phillip Is) ....... (0) M. McGannon (Fish Ck) ..... (2) J. Spiller (Phillip Is) ........... (0) X. Duursma (Foster) .......... (1)

Pts

44 44 36 32 32 24 16 16 12 12 35 32 19 19 16 16 16 14 14 13 13 13

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• Leongatha v Warragul

Warragul offers little resistance ROUND 13 SENIORS LADDER W L D

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Sale .........13 1 0 201.60 Morwell ....12 2 0 212.35 Wonthaggi .. 9 4 1 183.50 Maffra........ 9 5 0 173.36 Bairnsdale .. 9 5 0 160.75 Traralgon .... 7 6 1 152.39 Leongatha .....4 9 0 95.90 Moe...............3 11 0 70.66 Warragul .......2 11 0 24.00 Drouin ...........0 14 0 12.79 GOALKICKERS D. Sheen (Maffra) .............. (5) J. Gibbs (Bairnsdale).......... (0) S. Pickett (Bairnsdale)........ (4) N. Nagel (Le ongatha) ........ (6) D. Bedggood (Maffra) ........ (0) E. Shaw (Won Pwr) ............ (4) M. Davis (Sale) .................. (3) J. Gooch (Sale) .................. (5) L. Stockdale (Traralgon) ..... (3) D. MacDonald (Morwell) .... (2)

Pts

52 48 38 36 36 30 16 12 8 0

L E O N G AT H A jumped away and had three on the board quickly.

Nagel kicked two of those and finished a very good day on the oval with six and was also named in the best six players.

With Warragul struggling with the quality of its list and having won only one game

so far this season, play never reached a high standard.

In short, it was an ordinary game to watch.

Apart from the sticky centre square the ground was in reasonable nick considering the rain of the past couple of weeks.

While on-baller Scalzo was industrious there are no key forwards and therefore few scoring options.

Marriot was the best on

73 66 43 39 38 34 33 32 32 31

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Maffra.......11 1 Traralgon .... 9 2 Wonthaggi ..10 3 Morwell ..... 6 5 Sale .......... 6 6 Moe...............5 8 Leongatha .....4 8 Drouin ...........2 8 Warragul .......0 12

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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Pts

623.21 351.92 231.15 131.04 105.01 60.14 98.17 18.33 7.41

44 40 40 28 28 20 16 8 0

GOALKICKERS R. Tack (Wonthaggi) ........ (11) J. Freeman (Sale) ............... (0) J. Langshaw (Maffra) ......... (1) J. Tatterson (Maffra) .......... (5) M. Allman (Maffra)............. (0) D. Loprese (Traralgon) ....... (0) T. Phillips (Morwell) ........... (0) J. Rohde (Traralgon) .......... (0) S. Dunbar (Traralgon) ........ (0) J. Jones (Maffra)................ (1)

45 27 27 24 20 19 19 19 14 13

Traralgon ...14 0 0 371.77 Sale .........11 3 0 186.35 Maffra.......10 3 0 180.42 Bairnsdale .. 9 5 0 204.79 Warragul .... 7 7 0 90.70 Drouin ...........7 7 0 72.67 Moe...............5 9 0 60.77 Morwell .........4 10 0 81.51 Wonthaggi.....2 12 0 31.17 Leongatha ..... 0 13 0 26.07 GOALKICKERS H. McKay (Warragul) ......... (4) B. McCarrey (Bairnsdale) ... (0) J. Green (Bairnsdale) ......... (4) D. Day (Morwell) ................ (0) H. Britten (Traralgon) ......... (0) C. Graske (Bairnsdale) ....... (0) D. Kosky (Maffra) ............... (1) J. Van Dyk (Moe) ............... (0) J. Orlicki (Warragul) ........... (0) J. Jans ............................... (5)

Pts

56 44 44 36 28 28 20 16 8 0 34 31 28 25 24 23 23 22 21 19

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Pts

Moe .........12 2 0 358.02 Bairnsdale ..11 3 0 285.59 Sale .........11 3 0 248.17 Maffra.......10 4 0 246.68 Traralgon .... 9 5 0 259.63 Warragul .......6 8 0 110.12 Drouin ...........6 8 0 96.40 Morwell .........3 11 0 23.61 Leongatha .....2 12 0 23.07 Wonthaggi.... 0 14 0 3.06 GOALKICKERS

48 44 44 40 36 24 24 12 8 0

B. Dessent (Sale) ............... (0) L. Di Ciero (Traralgon)........ (2) P. Hill (Bairnsdale).............. (0) A. McKenzie (Maffra) ......... (1) R. Thatcher (Maffra) .......... (3) S. Van Dyk (Moe) ............... (0) K. Duncan (Traralgon) ........ (0) N. Pruscino (Bairnsdale) .... (1) C. Henness (Sale) .............. (0) R. Tatnell (Bairnsdale) ........ (1)

40 34 33 32 26 26 26 23 22 21

The following week the Parrots have a bye followed by a challenging run home against quality opposition.

THE Leongatha Football club held another successful goods and services auction on Saturday night at the Grandstand Function Rooms.

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Attack: Blake VanRooy goes for goal with a shepherd assist from Matt Borschman. Photo by Mark Drury.

Goods and Services Auction

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ground in heavy conditions.

He gets the ball and carries it and given his strength and size is a hard opponent to tackle.

He breaks open line and creates options down the field.

In fact the Parrots had many positives coming out of the games with strong performances everywhere.

Blake VanRooy on the wing; Ben Willis battling hard against a big opponent; and under ager, Nick Argento in the midfield and up forward were typical contributors.

With limited options, Warragul could do little to respond to the mounting tally against them on the scoreboard.

Leongatha with the weight of numbers and too many better players, ran all over them.

The captain, Chris Verboon played well in defence with not much getting past him.

With his team out of contention, coach Glenn Garner will be keen to try out some of the younger players and balance this against the need to finish the year off strongly.

Next week’s match is in the bag.

Drouin is on the bottom of the ladder and has kicked only two goals in three weeks.

Gatcha: Forward Aaron Hillberg marked the ball like it was dry. He finished with five goals for the game. Photo by Mark Drury.

Over 120 lots were auctioned to the enthusiastic crowd of over 220 people.

The night went smoothly due to the amazing efforts of the sub-committee of Glenn and Shirley Ann Wright, Averill Holderhead, Marj Barter, Anthony Patterson, Matt Grylls, Eric Dowling, Melissa Castagna, and Shelley Williams.

The feat of serving up so many meals was carried off once again by Cath and Fonz Govers and their dedicated team, with junior footballers and netballers serving the food to the tables.

Many thanks to the Woorayl Golf Club for hosting the after game activities with the grandstand rooms set up for the auction.

SENIORS

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Leongatha 20.8.128 d Warragul 3.4.22

Warragul 11.15.81 d Leongatha 0.2.2

Leongatha goals: N. Nagel 6, A.

Warragul goals: H. McKay 4, T.

Hillberg 5, L. Castagna 3, T. Marriott 2, C. Bruns , S. Westaway , B. Vanrooy , N. Argento .

Leongatha best: T. Marriott, N. Argento, N. Nagel, A. Hillberg, C. Verboon, B. Vanrooy Warragul goals: T. Brady, C. Carey, T. Fusinato .

Warragul best: C. Carey, B. Scalzo, D. Proctor, B. Monahan, B. Sheehan, T. Brady.

Hobbs 3, T. Kelly 1, J. Lane 1, S. Reid-Hoey 1, J. Mallia 1.

Warragul best: S. Reid-Hoey, H. McKay, T. Kelly, T. Hobbs, N. Stevenson, T. Axford.

Leongatha goals: Nil. Leongatha best: B. Moscript, M. Olden, L. Wright, F. Kelly, T. Hanrahan, K. Materia.

RESERVES Leongatha 11.10.76 d Warragul 1.1.7 Leongatha goals: D. Connelly 3, M. Davies 3, B. Davidson 2, A. Taranto 1, S. Embry 1, W. Geisler 1.

Leongatha best: J. Hickey, B. Davidson, R. Higgins, G. Fleming, A. Taranto, D. Connelly.

Warragul goals: T. Axford 1.

Warragul best: T. Axford, T. Kelly, B. Hams, S. Jones, J. Bloink.

UNDER 16 Warragul 13.18.96 d Leongatha 1.1.7 Warragul goals: J. Hughes 3, R. Ford 2, N. Mulqueen 2, A. Bainbridge 1, J. Bundle 1, M. Hobbs 1, D. Nielsen 1, S. Neville 1, W. McGillivray 1.

Warragul best: L. Pyle, R. Ford, A. Bainbridge, S. Neville, D. Nielsen Leongatha goals: B. Amato 1.

Leongatha best: A. Drury, B. Amato, B. Jones, L. Riseley, A. Argento, H. McGannon.

• Drouin v Wonthaggi

Power crush Hawks WITH lots of rain overnight it was inevitable that muddy conditions would be the order of the day.

You really appreciate how good your own ground is!

Usually the football is pretty ordinary as wet weather skills are put to the test but on this occasion both young

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Traralgon 17.10.112 d Bairnsdale 8.13.61 Sale 13.12.90 d Moe 6.4.40 Morwell 11.10.76 d Maffra 10.10.70 RESERVES Sale 11.6.72 d Moe 4.9.33 Maffra 15.10.100 d Morwell 3.3.21 UNDER 18 Sale 2.9.21 d Moe 2.5.17 Maffra 21.10.136 d Morwell 2.0.12 Traralgon 11.10.76 d Bairnsdale 7.3.45 UNDER 16 Sale 4.5.29 d Moe 2.5.17 Maffra 18.24.132 d Morwell 0.1.1 Bairnsdale 7.10.52 d Traralgon 7.7.49

sides would be pleased with how well they handled the conditions.

Drouin has copped some real heavy defeats this season but there is a lot to like about this young, inexperienced side and the positiveness of the club itself as it works hard on and off the field to improve its performance and facilities.

They are well led and their enthusiasm and spirit cannot be doubted.

In this game they were beaten by a bigger, stronger unit and they really earned respect with the way they fought out every contest.

Power went into the game with five key changes while Drouin had to draw on three more of its talented under 18’s to replace injured players, including captain David Olsen.

Wonthaggi showed they were keen to get on top of the conditions early attacking strongly from the start.

Earl Shaw presented strongly at full forward to mark and goal and then did it again minutes later to give the visitors the start they were looking for.

Toma Huther in the ruck was giving the on-ballers, Aiden Lindsay, Joel Liddle, Michael Kelly and Phil Young first

use of the ball and Troy Harley was also prominent in attack.

Wonthaggi was dominating play but the young Drouin players were not intimidated and were standing up well under pressure, especially in defence.

They were led by Jayden Fairlee, Luke Duffy, Damien Allison, and Brod Fraser.

Power’s forwards were working hard to keep the ball in their scoring zone.

Around the packs Daniel Pratt, Liam Axford, Ben Miller and Duffy were industrious for the Hawks but Power’s better ball handling and disposal was a telling factor.

Aloysio Ferriera-Neto goaled and Phil Young got his first for the day to push Wonthaggi further ahead.

Shaw snapped his third and Wonthaggi were set for a good day at the office.

Wonthaggi continued to attack relentlessly with goals to Riley Lindsay, Aiden Lindsay and a big effort from youngster Jakob Thomas who helped himself to two goals from telling marks.

Again the Hawks were battling hard and doing a good job to slow the Power’s scoring.

Towards the end of the quarter Wonthaggi lifted

its intensity again with Phil Young and Eli Richards scoring majors.

Wonthaggi’s strong defence lead by Shannon Bray, Ben Eddy, Byron Dryden and Matt Coyne was holding out any chance of the Hawks scoring and Drouin was goalless at half time.

Drouin came out fired up, intent on making the visitors work for their win right to the end Rhys Salter brought the supportive home crowd alight with Drouin’s first goal in four games and this excitement seemed to lift the team spirit further.

Their defence again was working well standing up to the huge pressure from their more experienced opponents. Unfortunately they were unable to sustain this pressure as Thomas, Shaw, Harley and Jarrod Membrey added further goals.

The final quarter again was fairly even for some time but Drouin was finding it hard to hold back the stronger Power team. Duffy, Sam Barwick, Fairlee and Fraser continued to work hard for the home side but Wonthaggi was finishing strongly and attacking the ball well, a good sign.

Wonthaggi’s smaller players, Lindsay, Liddle, Membrey

and Kelly were dominating in the trying conditions and feeding the ball into attack where Harley, Shaw and Thomas were finishing off well.

A free kick and goal to Matt Ridley again raised the spirits of the Hawks but Wonthaggi put another five goals on the scoreboard to register a convincing win.

Drouin had been far from disgraced and had showed

they are on the right track for the future.

With four rounds to go the battle continues for a place in the finals and the jockeying for position within the top five is great for footy.

Wonthaggi has moved into third spot on the ladder but faces a danger match next Sunday against Moe at home in the Workplace Game of the split round.

SENIORS Wonthaggi Power 21.18.144 d Drouin 2.2.14

UNDER 18 Drouin 7.11.53 d Wonthaggi Power 2.0.12

Wonthaggi Power goals: T. Harley 4, J. Thomas 4, E. Shaw 4, P. Young 3, A. Lindsay 2, E. Richards 1, R. Lindsay 1, A. Ferreira 1, J. Membrey 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: J. Liddle, A. Lindsay, T. Harley, J. Thomas, T. Huther, P. Young Drouin goals: R. Salter 1, M. Ridley 1.

Drouin best: L. Duffy, B. Fraser, L. Axford, B. Miller, D. Allison, J. Fairlie.

Drouin goals: A. Haymes 2, C. Kingi 1, W. Collins 1, D. Clebney 1, L. O’Brien 1, L. Anderson 1.

Drouin best: M. Sloan, J. Graham, J. Maya, L. Anderson, L. O’Brien, J. McKellar.

Wonthaggi Power goals: C. Gilmour 1, C. Waters 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: D. Tiziani, L. Membrey, C. Gilmour, C. Collins, E. Senior, B. Bayne.

RESERVES Wonthaggi Power 20.12.132 d Drouin 0.1.1 Wonthaggi Power goals: R. Tack 11, T. Landells 2, K. Atkinson 1, R. Todd 1, J. Waters 1, R. Jones 1, S. Roche 1, A. Churchill 1, T. Wells 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: T. Landells, M. Howell, A. Churchill, R. Tack, T. Wells, D. Demenech.

Drouin goals: Nil. Drouin best: D. Pearson, N. Derrick, J. Collins, S. Kelsey, J. Hill, J. Seri.

UNDER 16 Drouin 10.22.82 d Wonthaggi Power 1.1.7 Drouin goals: J. Williams 3, C. Park 2, C. Harrison 1, S. Rippon 1, O. Walsh 1, T. Bradshaw 1, L. Clarkson 1.

Drouin best: S. Rippon, C. Harrison, J. Craig, C. Park, M. Diston, T. Bradshaw.

Wonthaggi Power goals: L. Dyball 1.

Wonthaggi Power best: F. Anderson, W. Forsyth, M. Dyball, T. Andrighetto, D. Rielly.

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Town star selected to Team of the Year LDCA team Leongatha Town’s Sri Lankan import, Madura Weerasinge Silva has been selected to the VCCL’s state Team of the Year.

The state team was selected from the best performed players across the VCCL’s

eight regions during season 2013/14.

In the 2013/14 season Weerasinge Silva achieved a bowling average of just 15.32 having notched up 41 wickets.

Madura and his new team mates will be acknowledged as members of this prestigious team at a morning tea in Jolimont Sunday, August 3.

Giving back: Max Leonard winner of the Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club’s Ansell and Bolton Most Outstanding Active Award seen here with fellow patroller Hilary Collett. An extraordinary young man.

A stellar year SEASON 2012/2013 and Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club member Max Leonard was named Patroller of the Year.

The award is not only for patrolling but goes to an individual who has gone above and beyond the call of duty for the club in building community awareness, personal development, enthusiasm and passion for lifesaving.

Season 2013/2014 and the 19 year old is awarded the Ansell and Bolton Most Outstanding Active Award for a club member who achieves 100% of his rostered hours, has been a leader on patrol and a role model for the club and been actively involved in training.

So who exactly is this young man who has taken out the club’s two most prestigious awards in successive years?

Max lives in the eastern Melbourne suburb of Heathmont.

He studies paramedics at the Australian Catholic University in Fitzroy, a course which involves

a lot of on-road placements and is obviously a field in which nerves of steel are a prerequisite and perfectly suited to active involvement in surf lifesaving.

“I didn’t want a desk job,” Leonard says.

“I wanted to be out in the field, helping people and giving back to the community.

“My parents have always been people who give, give and give and who don’t expect anything back.

“They give because they love to.

“While you don’t do it expecting to win awards it is always nice when you do.

Max says that involvement in the surf life saving club offers him many things which taken together “are really good life experience.

“It all comes together.”

On one front he gets to compete in teams, on the patrol front he gets to practice and learn more about first aid, rescue and swim safety and then there is the social side.

As well as his love of fitness (he enjoys swimming, running, the gym

and at 6’ 1” plays basketball) he was looking for a place to make new friends and a friend introduced him to the club when he was 15.

Leonard is also the youngest ever member of the Westpac Chopper Crew which has always been a goal for Max but he did not expect it would come so quickly.

The two helicopters operating out of Moorabbin attend on average 100 call outs a year, often to people stuck in rips but also to inland search and rescue operations.

The crew consists of the pilot, a despatcher and the rescue swimmer.

The despatcher’s job is primarily to deploy the rescue swimmer.

As yet, Leonard has not had to be deployed but is trained and ready to be.

Media and Community Relations spokesperson at the club Gayle Morris said “Max performed his role as the club’s first aid officer with great professionalism, and made great contributions to the running of the club and improvements in the way it operates.

“He has had a stellar year.”

Victorian crews shine at National IRB Championships VICTORIA’S top lifesavers including a crew from Wonthaggi LSC have returned home after an exciting weekend of fast, loud and close competition at Kingscliff Beach, NSW for the Interstate and National Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Championships, Friday, July 18 to Sunday, July 20.

The ‘rubber ducks’ were revving early on Friday morning as the Interstate Championships kicked off the competition with a series of events to test lifesavers’ skills used for rescues in different situations, which in turn enhances what they have to do in real life emergencies.

Team Victoria put on a brilliant performance taking out second place with 36 points and beating last year’s rivals, NSW (33 points).

It was, however, Queensland which won overall with 56 points taking home state bragging rights for the sixth year running.

LSV Aquatic Sports Coordinator

Tom Mitchell said the Victorian team did a fantastic job, with the quality and speed of our racers really shining through.

“The Victorian team was made up of some outstanding IRB crews this year and I think this really showed on the day,” he said.

“Everyone has put in a huge effort this season into perfecting their rescue skills, techniques and speed and our lifesavers representing Victoria really came together as a team on the day.”

Following the Interstate competition, lifesavers had little time to regroup before joining their clubs to compete for the National IRB Championships that afternoon, along with 600 others from an estimated 80 Life Saving Clubs around Australia.

Ten Victorian clubs made the trip north to compete in a number of events to test their rescue skills and teamwork including the Teams Rescue, Mass Rescue, Surf Rescue, Tube Rescue and Lifesaver Relay.

After two and a half days of exciting competition it was North Burleigh SLSC which was crowned winner for

the 12th time.

Three Victorian clubs placed in the top 10 including Williamstown SLSC in 6th place, South Melbourne LSC 7th and Ocean Grove SLSC 8th.

Stand out performances included Williamstown SLSC which won gold in the Female Tube event and second in the Men’s Male Mass Rescue, Ocean Grove SLSC third in the Female Mass Rescue and South Melbourne LSC fourth in the Men’s Mass Rescue.

Mr Mitchell congratulated everyone on their outstanding performance and team spirit throughout the weekend.

“Well done to all Victorian clubs who made the trip up to compete against some of the best IRB crews in the country.

What a fantastic finish for a great season of IRB racing.”

Victorian teams competing in the 2014 Australian IRB Championships: Brighton LSC, Elwood LSC, Ocean Grove SLSC, Portland SLSC, Portsea SLSC, South Melbourne LSC, Waratah Beach SLSC,Williamstown Swimming and LSC, Wonthaggi LSC, Wye River SLSC.

Great return: excellent bowling figures have earned Weerasinge Silva a place in the Victorian Country Cricket League’s Team of the Year.

• Victorian Country Cricket League

Office holders sought for Region 7 GIPPSLAND Cricket held its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, July 15.

George Munro was elected to his fourth term as Region President while David Anderson returns for his second year in the secretary’s chair.

No nominations were received for the position of treasurer.

Anyone interested in considering the position should contact either of the aforementioned officers.

The position of chairman of the Junior Development Committee is also vacant and needs to be filled as a matter of some urgency.

Anyone with an interest in promoting elite junior cricket who would like to consider the position should obtain further details from George Munro on 0438 595 205.

As the board member from the Traralgon and District Cricket Association, Gavin Foenander has assumed the position of vice-president.

The TDCA will coordinate the Gippsland Cricket League competitions for the next two seasons.

The league is on the lookout for a naming rights sponsor for the next two years.

Interested parties are invited to contact the secretary on 0457 346 141.

Gippstar Awards • Darts

South Gippsland winter league Round 13 results

Welshpool Hotel d Fish Creek Hotel 10-1: Justin Barron 100, Aaron Ross 140 (Welshpool Hotel). Travis 100, 101; Fritz 100 (Fish Creek Hotel).

Meeniyan 1 d Foster Pirates 8-3: Neil Arthur 121, Bernie Logan 116, Paul Logan 100, 100; Pete Hulshof 100 (Meeniyan 1). Pete Write 100, 100; Barb Jones 116, 100; Sabo 136 (Foster Pirates).

Foster KAPOW Hotel d Meeniyan Bandits 7-4: Ben Dash 100, Adam Wallace 100, Buster 100 (Foster KAPOW Hotel). Dylan Adams 105 (Meeniyan Bandits).

Meeniyan Leftovers d Toora RSL Diggers 10-1: Dave Reyment 126, 100; Rob Welsh 100 (Meeniyan Leftovers). Barry Horner 140, 100; Trever Angwin 125, Greg Collins 105 (Toora RSL

Diggers).

Toora Hotel d Wilson Prom Motel 8-3: Ian (Lucky) Luxford 100, 100; Greg Stewart 140, 100; Danny Jenkins 140, Geoffrey Crisp 123 (Toora Hotel). Mark Evans 133 (Wilson Prom Motel).

Highest finish this week was Sabo Foster Pirates with a 136 peg out Highest score this week 140 Danny Jenkins, Greg Stewart, Barry Horner, Aaron Ross

Ladder

Welshpool Pub .............74.13 Meeniyan No. 1 ............75.52 Foster Pub ...................58.74 Toora Pub.....................55.24 Foster Pirates.................55.94 Meeniyan Leftovers ......46.85 Wilsons Prom Motel .....39.16 Meeniyan Bandits .........34.97 Toora RSL Diggers .......30.77 Fishy Pub ......................30.77

13 12 8 8 7 5 4 3 3 2

The game that starts and ends with a handshake.

NOMINATIONS for the Annual Gippstar Awards for the Club of the Year, Team of the Year, Special Achievement Award, June Gippstar Open Award and the prestigious Gippstar Gippsland Sporting Champion will close on Friday 18th July.

This will complete the 2013-2014 Gippstar awards year with all award winners invited to attend the Gippstar Awards Night on Wednesday, August 6 at the Waratah Restaurant in Morwell.

Nomination forms can be obtained by contacting Tony Claridge on 0427 942 378 or by email at gippstar@sportgippsland.org.au

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Gippsland’s light shines in Glasgow SOUTH Gippsland is well represented at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games:

High performance: under Lisa Alexander the netball team is set to thrill the nation.

Leongatha school girl sensation Eleanor Paterson who high jumped 1.96 as a 17 year old last year.

She is the best female high jump prospect the world has seen in decades.

Kaila McKnight, our middle distance Track and Field hope, is also from Leongatha.

Kaila has been based in Germany for the past few weeks, running in European events to acclimatise for the games.

As she prepares for the 1500 metres heat on the night of Monday 28 Australian time, she is tapering; running less kilometres but jogging and doing short sprint sessions.

Kaila and Eleanor are rooming together at the games and moved from the pre-games training facility at Gateshead in the UK into the games village in Glasgow yesterday (Monday).

Kaila’s husband Brad Huchinson who has also arrived in Glasgow to support his wife, described her as a lot more settled this time.

“And rooming together is great for both her and Eleanor,” he said.

“It is great to know someone from home.”

Lisa Alexander coach of the Australian national netball team the Diamonds is coach of the Commonwealth Games team.

The people of the commonwealth nations will get used to seeing her face on their television screens in coming weeks as our netballers fly high.

She has coached 25 Tests for Australia since 2011, was coach of the Melbourne Phoenix in the former national league and is the 14th person to coach Australia’s netball team And talented Wonthaggi Table Tennis Club player and umpire, Averil Roberts, is at the games as a table ten-

nis umpire.

Roberts competes in A Grade table tennis at Wonthaggi and veterans events around Australia and on the international stage.

Most recently she played at Kilsyth International Stadium where she won several events but she is also an international accredited table tennis umpire with years of experience at World Championships, Paralympics and Commonwealth Games.

Like the other three South Gippslanders at the games in Glasgow she is an excellent ambassador for the region and her country at large.

Sailing: Eleanor Patterson is the world’s best female high jump prospect in decades.

HOT DEALS on

Medal contention: Kaila McKnight has been acclimatising in Europe in the lead up to the games.

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