The Great Southern Star - July 6, 2010 by The Great Southern Star

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TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2010

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Jobs go in shire shake-up By Brad Lester FIVE senior positions at South Gippsland Shire Council are likely to be made redundant as part of a proposed major restructure of the organisation.

Path of past Heritage path: an extension to a commemorative pathway in Mirboo North has been ﬁnished. The project by the Mirboo and District Historical Society features pavers engraved with the names of people connected with the community’s past and present. Society president Faye Marshman and secretary Sue Kerr are delighted with the locals’ support. Read more on page 8.

Two directors and three managerial roles will go in the second overhaul of the council in 19 months. The plan, overseen by new chief executive officer Tim Tamlin, will be finalised this Friday. Affected staff were last week told they would be out of work. Mr Tamlin did not wish to disclose the redundant positions to protect the privacy of staff, but said none of them had worked with the council for more than three years. “There have been a few people (to whom) we’ve had to say ‘Sorry, you’re not going to have a job anymore’,” he said. “It’s been a tough time in the last week but we have got to do it for the future.” The CEO said the new structure would result in greater efficiencies and customer service. “I’m not doing this as a cost cutting exercise. I’m doing this for the benefit of the community,” he said.

South Gippsland Shire Council CEO, Tim Tamlin. The current management structure was imposed by former CEO Paul Bawden in January 2009 and the council has had five CEOs in seven years. Asked whether the frequency of changes within council was of concern, Mr Tamlin said he was unable to comment. “I believe it is very beneficial in the long term because it makes us more efficient at delivering customer service and meeting our community’s needs,” he said. And the CEO did not rule out fur-

ther organisational changes. “I don’t think change will ever stop, because when you stop changing is the day you stop being ﬂexible and stop delivering the best outcome for your community,” Mr Tamlin said. “At the end of the day, we have to provide a service and if we are not doing that, the community will say ‘What are you doing here?’” Under the draft proposal, council will have four directors instead of the current three. Those positions will be directors of: engineering services; community services; corporate services; and development services. Council is now served by director of sustainability, Andrew McEwen; director of infrastructure, Anthony Seabrook; and director of corporate and community services, Dirk Holwerda. Further changes will be made within the management teams reporting to these directors. Council now has managers of social and economic development, planning, environment and community safety, infrastructure maintenance, engineering, family services, ﬁnance and information services. Continued on page 3.

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Farmers’ market shines IT was a fairly bleak day on Saturday, but that did not stop people ﬂocking to the Koonwarra Farmers’ Market. And why not? With the freshest produce around there is little wonder they come in their droves. Coffee, plants, preserves and fruit and vegetables (including spuds bigger than your ﬁst) are all popular drawcards. For many people, though, it is a chance to wander around and soak up the atmosphere of one of Victoria’s most beautiful towns.

Not chicken: six-year-old Gemma has no fear of birds, as she demonstrated when she held Henny Penny. The prized layer was one of the Hens of Hallora, part of Tania Murray’s special brood.

Below, Spud time: potato seller Bob Cannizza was happy to show Ethan and Liam Paterson his remarkable produce.

SPLASH’S holiday program is proving a big success.

Dress ups: another free time game enjoyed by Liam Parnell, Natalie Barnes, Morgan Bourke and Daniel Roberts.

Plenty of children have made their way to the program so far and have enjoyed the range of activities on offer, including a multicultural day, Christmas in July and a circus day. The movie event, Toy Story 3, received rave reviews and was enjoyed by all. Up to 70 kids have so far taken part in the program.

Alpha nights return ALPHA is on again in Leongatha for those who want to explore

the questions of life and investigate Christianity in a non-threat-

ening atmosphere. It is a great place for people to journey together,

Keen Alpha participants: Janet Wallis, Chris Gale, Anne Vaughan, and Sue Toohill, are keen to get others on board.

sharing from the richness of their life experiences. Teenagers have also found the Alpha a helpful forum to chat with peers about life issues. The evenings include a light meal, live music, local speakers, DVD presentation and discussion groups in a relaxed environment. If you would like to check out what Alpha is about, there is an introductory evening on Saturday, July 10 at 7.30pm at St. Peter’s Church, opposite Target. Alpha is a community event, put on by the combined churches of Leongatha and everyone is welcome to come along. The Alpha course commences on Monday, July 12, 7pm at St. Peter’s Church.

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Council drives election agenda By Brad Lester PRIORITY projects for South Gippsland Shire Council could become election issues this year. Six Victorian MPs and McMcMillan MHR Russell Broadbent met with councillors and staff in Leongatha last Wednesday to hear of 10 pressing issues for the region. Those issues were the South Gippsland Highway realignment at Black Spur near Koonwarra; the heavy vehicle alternate route through Leongatha; Port Anthony (Barry Beach); restoration of the South Gippsland rail line; Wilsons Promontory nature retreat; children’s services in Korumburra and Leongatha; restoration of the

Shire jobs go Continued from page 1. “As we will have more directors, we will be able to offer opportunities for flatter structures that will allow more communication between departments.” Mr Tamlin said. “We will be able to provide better customer service at less cost. People will see better services and better output. We will do more work for the same costs.” Mr Tamlim said staff have been consulted about the changes over the past four weeks and contributed to the new arrangements. Council’s proposal to employ 12.8 additional staff - as listed in the 2010-11 budget - will be part of the changes. Three additional staff will be employed in the works depot, plus an assets manager, integrated community planner, network administrator (information technology systems) and a volunteer co-ordinator. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett confirmed the review was underway but said the issue was “purely on the operational side” and a matter for the CEO to determine. Cr David Lewis said the restructure was “fairly logical”. “It’s always something that can be improved, how things are structured. It’s a job never completely finished because you can never get anything right, but it’s a step in the right direction,” he said. “Each CEO has their own personal style and the way he has restructured reflects Tim Tamlin’s personal style and personally, I see nothing wrong with what he’s doing.” But Cr Lewis was the only councillor to vote against this year’s budget, asking for the number of additional staff to be halved, saving $500,000. He said ratepayers would then have had a rate rise of 4.8 per cent, instead of 6.5 per cent. The new directors’ positions will be advertised widely and existing directors will be encouraged to apply.

Long Jetty at Port Welshpool; planning and growth around Nyora, Loch and Poowong; developing Korumburra; and adequate library funding. MPs at the meeting were: Eastern Victoria MLCs Johan Scheffer (ALP), Peter Hall (Nationals), Edward O’Donohue (Liberals) and Matt Viney (ALP); Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan (Nationals); and Mr Broadbent (Liberals). Eastern Region MLC Phillip Davis (Liberals) was unable to attend. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett said the information session was a way to “sow the seeds”. “We are hoping the dual elections of both the State and Federal governments this year will provide us with greater capacity to lobby this year than other years,” he said. Cr Fawcett conceded the return of a rail service to South Gippsland was a difficult issue given the State Government’s public declaration such a service would not return. “But the return of rail to Leongatha is going to be freight-driven rather than passenger driven,” he said. The alternate heavy traffic route was a medium-term solution to Leongatha’s traffic

problems, the mayor said. A bypass of the town in the long run is still preferred, however, the project is low on VicRoads’ priority list. “It has all the relevant ticks but we just need to move it up in the eyes of the politicians,” Cr Fawcett said. The western region of the shire, particularly Nyora, continues to grow and developers have expressed interest in further subdivisions around Nyora. “Council has got to turn its mind to what it wants Nyora to look like in the next 10 to 20 years,” the mayor said. The State Government must tell council whether it favoured development at Nyora or preferred growth to continue at Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham and possibly Drouin, Cr Fawcett said. Councils are now being forced to contribute 50 per cent more for library services than in the past, including broadband internet provision, despite the government requesting this. On the Long Jetty, Cr Fawcett said restoration was purely constrained by funds. The nature retreat project is proposed just

Spreading issues: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Mohya Davies and Eastern Victoria MLC, Peter Hall.

Rail return dashed RETURNING rail services to South Gippsland would be unlikely, Labor Eastern Victoria MLC, Johan Scheffer said last week. “The Victorian Government did look at rail as an option some years ago but rejected that, but that’s why we put in the (improved) bus system,” he said. Mr Scheffer was in Leongatha last Wednesday to discuss priority projects for South Gippsland Shire Council, which include rein-

stating rail services. “I congratulate the shire on the work it’s doing to plan for future freight infrastructure needs,” he said. “The government is on the record as saying that there is a need to identify potential and future rail connections in Gippsland to export products derived from brown coal and I’m sure that dialogue between the Brumby Government and the South Gippsland shire on these issues will be very fruitful into the future.”

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north of the national park boundary and required the State Government to rezone land marked Farming to allow the retreat to proceed. Children’s centres are faced with the need for bigger buildings to meet the Federal Government’s mandate for a compulsory 15 hours of sessions a week. “In the longer term, we may not have the capacity to run extra sessions,” Cr Fawcett said. Mr Ryan said the 10 projects outlined are “all feasible and achievable”. “Of necessity, some are of a longer term aspiration than others. By the same token the virtue of this process is that we now have before us those initiatives upon which we can concentrate,” he said. Mr Scheffer said he learnt many views about the “present and future needs of South Gippsland”.

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In China: Tilly, Jamie, Joey, Ruby, Fiona and Harry McNeil.

Children tug at hearts A KORUMBURRA family has been touched by the plight of children in China needing palliative care. The McNeils recently spent a month overseas to visit the newly opened Butterfly Home in Changsha. It is operated by charity Chinakidz, which holds the philosophy that all children deserve compassionate care, regardless of how long they have to live. Jamie McNeil is a trustee for Chinakidz. He went to China with wife Fiona and children Tilly, Harry, Joey and Ruby. The McNeils adopted Ruby from China. At one stage she was cared for by Allan and Lyn Gould who now operate the Butterﬂy House. Fiona said all medical treatment must be secured by a cash payment in China. “This means poor fam-

ilies are faced with sickening decisions. Either they take their child home to die, or abandon them and hope that they will fare better as a state ward,” she said. Many of these children end up in under resourced orphanages where healthy children are the focus of attention. “In addition, much fear and superstition surrounds a dying child; so often these precious kids are not even given basic kindness,” Fiona said. Now the Butterfly Home is rescuing these uncared for children. Pastel coloured walls and butterfly pictures have created a welcoming atmosphere filled with hope at the home. Fiona said she heard nannies singing to babies when she arrived. “Whenever a child became restless and cried, they were quickly picked up and soothed,” she said. “With one nanny caring for only two children, there is plenty of time for

love and cuddles.” One child that remains in the hearts of the McNeils even after they returned to Australia is a girl named Lily. The four-year-old has severe cerebral palsy and was recently abandoned. Fiona said that when she arrived at the Butterﬂy Home a repetitive tongue movement meant she could not be fed. With a feeding tube she gradually gained strength and showed she liked to be out of bed. “It became obvious her tongue movement was a sign of distress,” Fiona said. “Once she realised she no longer had to be afraid, it has almost completely stopped.” Fiona said the reaction of her children to the Butterﬂy Home’s residents was amazing. “They didn’t see disabilities at all, they just saw other kids, kids who needed a helping hand,” she said. “Tilly was wonderful

with Lily – it made a big difference to the local staff to see someone embrace her so completely. “Harry was wonderful with the babies, and was very committed to a little baby called Swallow with a large cyst on her back.” The Butterﬂy Home will undergo renovations

in September, so more children can be cared for. The long-term aim is to support families, so they do not feel forced to abandon their sick children. Any South Gippslanders wanting to help the Butterﬂy Home are welcome to contact the McNeils at jamie@chinakidz.org

Caring hands: Jamie McNeil with a child in the Butterﬂy Home in China.

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Pay rise delights farmers By Brad Lester THE dairy industry is continuing to recover from a trying period, after co-operative Murray Goulburn announced an opening price 30 per cent up on last year’s ﬁgure.

MG announced an average of $4.75kg of milk solids, ahead of rival Fonterra’s $4.36kg and Bega Cheese’s $4.70kg, or 35 cents a litre. But while MG’s price is well above last year’s, it is down on the opening price for the 2008-09 season. The long term forecast remains optimistic, with MG managing director Stephen O’Rourke informing suppliers the current market forecast shows a final milk price for the season of $5.30-$5.50kg. “If the market conditions allow us to meet this forecast we are committed to delivering this return via step-ups in milk price throughout the coming year,” he said. Leongatha South dairy farmer Gordon Vagg said a higher opening price was welcome but he believed the market was far from fully recovered. “It’s still not going to be marvellous. It won’t be as much as what it was a few years ago,” he said. “Things like fertiliser and fuel are still going up. But the international market is still going in the right direction and becoming more stable, so things are looking up.” Had MG not announced a better price, many farmers would have experienced more financial hardship, Mr Vagg said. “A lot of farmers made a loss this last financial year so once the price is better, they will be able to start paying off their debt. They need to start making a profit for the next 12 months,” he said. Mr O’Rourke said that dairy market

Optimistic outlook: Leongatha South dairy farmer, Gordon Vagg.

conditions were now below the highs of 200708 but above historical trends. “Given a high Australian dollar, we believe that market prices at these levels and above are necessary for sustainable dairy farming returns and we will work to maintain and grow fair value for our dairy farmers,” he said.

However Mr O’Rourke cautioned about the international economy. “The stronger opening price and forecast is against a backdrop of ongoing uncertainty and potential volatility in the world economy and this can impact on forecast prices up or down,” he said.

Factory nearly ready THE new multi-million dollar milk powder plant at Burra Foods at Korumburra will be in full swing by August. The plant will produce higher end milk powder for the export market, with Japan a keen buyer. Commercial manager Dale O’Neill, said it would double the capacity of Burra Foods and has attracted up to 60 new suppliers. They are among guests invited to this Friday’s open day at the plant. Mr O’Neill said construction is nearly ﬁn-

ished and will be suspended for a day to accommodate the open day. It will take the month of July for the plant to be commissioned, when ﬁnal ﬁne tuning is done. Once it is fully operational, visitors will not be allowed in. Four separate tours have been arranged for the open day. Earlier this year, Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers, said the milk powder plant would not be the end of the expansion story. “We will be slowly marching to increase value,” he said.

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Heritage honoured

THE Aboriginal heritage of Bass Coast has been recognised in Wonthaggi, with community representatives unfurling a ﬂag outside the civic centre.

The New Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance

Aboriginal and Bass Coast Council representatives gathered as the flag was raised simultaneously with the Australian, Victorian and Bass Coast flags in the lead up to NAIDOC Week, this week. The flag raising was preceded by a traditional smoking ceremony by Uncle John Murray and a welcome from Sonia Weston from the Boonurung, Wiradjari, Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Guwurung clans. Cr Jane Daly hailed the permanent addition of the flag to the front of the council offices saying: “We need to acknowledge Aboriginal history and its presence and value to our community yesterday, today and tomorrow. “This ceremony reflects a new spirit of hope and inclusion.” NAIDOC Week from July 4 to 11, is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an opportunity to recognise the contributions of indigenous Australians in various fields.

A CALL FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS TO REGISTER The Chairperson of the Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance, David Healy, is calling for expressions of interest from community groups to register as Local Community Road Safety Groups as part of the new Victorian Community Road Safety Partnership Model. On 1 July 2011, VicRoads will introduce the new Victorian Community Road Safety Partnership Model. It has two key parts: a new Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance, an independently chaired advisory group, to provide leadership, advice and guidance on community road safety initiatives; and Local Community Road Safety Groups that will identify local road safety needs and develop and implement effective programs for their communities.

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Local Community Road Safety Groups Community groups with an interest or experience in local road safety can now apply to be registered as a Local Community Road Safety Group. A registered Local Community Road Safety Group is expected to prepare and implement a three year road safety plan. The plan will identify and prioritise local road safety issues and be accompanied by a budget. VicRoads will provide advice and guidance to assist local community groups to participate in the new model. Expressions of interest are now being sought from local, regional and statewide community organisations who wish to work in partnership with the Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance to improve the safety of road users.

AN average number of four people a day fail to keep appointments with Leongatha’s doctors. Inclusive time: John Murray, Ada Hume, Cr Jane Daly, Sonia Weston and Patrice Mahoney after the raising of the four ﬂags.

And that’s one reason why others are having difﬁculty getting in. Writing in the June edition of the Leongatha Progress Association’s newslet-

Information sessions for community groups and organisations VicRoads will be hosting information sessions on the requirements for community groups and organisations to register as Local Community Road Safety Groups. The following information sessions are planned. To register for a session call the number listed: Benalla - Mon 12 July 2010, 10am - 12pm VicRoads Office, 50-52 Clarke Street

(03) 5761 1865

Kew - Mon 12 July 2010, 4:30pm - 6:30pm (03) 9854 2663 VicRoads Office, 60 Denmark Street (This session is for community groups seeking statewide registration) Wendouree - Tues 13 July 2010, 11am - 1pm VicRoads Office, 88 Learmonth Road

(03) 5381 9441

South Geelong - Tues 13 July 2010, 3:30pm-5:30pm (03) 5225 5534 VicRoads Office, 180 Fyans Street Bendigo - Wed 14 July 2010, 10am - 12pm VicRoads Office, 57 Lansell Street

(03) 5434 5048

Wantirna - Wed 14 July 2010, 6pm - 8pm Quest Knox, 137 Mountain Highway

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The New Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance A CALL FOR COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES The Chief Executive of VicRoads, Gary Liddle, is calling for expressions of interest for seven community member positions on the new Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance. The goal of the new Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance is to contribute to the development and implementation of community road safety programs to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries on Victoria’s roads. Communities across Victoria have an important role to play in helping improve the safety of road users, and VicRoads wishes to appoint seven community representatives to the new Victorian Community Road Safety Alliance.

Traralgon - Thurs 15 July 2010, 1pm - 3pm LaTrobe Convention Centre, Princes Highway

(03) 5172 2651

The alliance, an independently chaired advisory group, will provide leadership, advice and guidance on community road safety initiatives.

Sunshine - Fri 16 July, 10:30am - 12:30pm VUT Sunshine Convention Centre, Ballarat Road

(03) 9313 1367

People with a vision for community road safety and a willingness to contribute to initiatives that will enhance road safety in Victoria are invited to apply.

Community involvement in local road safety programs can make a substantial contribution to improving road safety. To view the ‘Statement of requirements for local community groups’ and the application form, visit vicroads.vic.gov.au/communityroadsafety

Applications for registration as a Local Community Road Safety Group must be submitted by 30 September 2010.

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Expressions of interest are encouraged from all members of the community including women, Indigenous people, young people, people with a disability and people from ethnic communities i.e.culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. People with experience in other stakeholder groups that have an interest in road safety are also encouraged to apply. This would include local government, community service organisations and youth agencies. To view a copy of the alliance terms of reference, or to obtain further details including application forms, visit vicroads.vic.gov.au/communityroadsafety

Expressions of interest should be submitted by 23 July 2010.

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ter, Leongatha Healthcare’s Dr Lesley Chisholm said: “We are experiencing an unprecedented demand for appointments, making it difﬁcult for people to see the doctor they want when they want to.” She said medicos are trying to resolve the issue by recruiting more doctors and suggested ways patients can help alleviate the load. Planning ahead is one idea. “For example, book in for an appointment as soon as you ﬁll the last repeat of your prescription or book your next review appointment when leaving from the last appointment.” There is a “quick clinic” for brief appointments like blood pressure reviews or simple repeat prescriptions. Dr Chisholm said if patients cannot make it to an appointment, they should cancel it. “We have on average four non-attendances per day. This stops others who are desperate to be seen, from getting in.” Patients can be sent an SMS reminder of their appointment two days prior by arrangement with the clinic receptionists. Frustration experienced by practice nurses means there will now be a small charge for printing repeat prescriptions or referrals. “We have excellent nurses working at our clinics to help the doctors care for patients,” Dr Chisholm said. “One of their frustrations is the number of phone calls from people who have lost scripts or referral letters to specialists, radiology or pathology and need new referrals printed up.” The rising price of cigarettes is leading to many people seeking help to quit the habit. “Nurse Pat is a trained Quit counsellor and is available to assist with this very important health decision,” Dr Chisholm added. “Speak to your doctor about accessing this service.”

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 6, 2010 - PAGE 7

Parties promise ambo boost By Matt Dunn THE Coalition and State Government have both made an election pledge of a new MICA unit for Wonthaggi.

While the Coalition made the pledge first, the State Government quickly followed suit. Ambulance Victoria’s Mark Cooke refused to enter into a political debate on the issue but said “any additional commitment to ambulance is welcomed”. “This represents a significant commitment to ambulance services, which for Gippsland specifically, means an additional 56 paramedics, including nine MICAs, a Single Response Unit for Wonthaggi and one for Bairnsdale,” he said. Local paramedics have been agitating for a MICA unit to be stationed in the town for some time. A document detailing a number

of ambulance failings was recently leaked to The Star by a frustrated paramedic, with suggestions that people who had died or been seriously injured had not received appropriate levels of care, a situation that could have been remedied by a MICA unit. Member for Gippsland South and Leader of The Nationals, Peter Ryan, said a chronic lack of resourcing for paramedics had resulted in tragic consequences in Gippsland, where the provision of ambulance services had diminished signiﬁcantly. “Paramedics need extra resources but requests by Ambulance Victoria for additional SRUs in Gippsland have so far been ignored by John Brumby,” he said. In turn the State Government pledged Gippsland MICA units for Bairnsdale and Wonthaggi. Bass MLA Ken Smith said the Coalition’s promise to put a MICA unit at Wonthaggi

was proof it is serious about improving health services in country areas. “It is particularly good news for local ambulance officers, some of whom have been prepared to put their jobs on the line by speaking out because they have had enough of putting lives at risk because there has not been a MICA ambulance available,” he said. Ambulance Employees Association president Gordon Bowman said the devil would be in the detail of the announcements. “Any improvements are positive. I suppose we’re still short of stretcher vehicles. I’m not being negative about this,” he said. “It would probably improve some of our waiting times. Certainly that’s going to get MICA to a lot more cases, but they might be there by themselves sometimes, without stretcher vehicles to take the patient away. While the committed numbers sounded

Mirboo North’s zone of fear By Chris Brown MIRBOO North residents want variable electronic signs erected at the school zone.

The campaign is being led by the Mirboo North Police Community Consultative Committee which has been concerned about the issue for several years. Committee secretary Tessa Livera said tourists visiting the town from around the country do not know when school holidays are. Anecdotally some motorists also speed through the 40km school zone. “The most important matter is the safety of our children in Mirboo North,” she said.

“I have travelled in Victoria and Melbourne where you see the flashing signs and it brings it to your attention.” The committee first asked for electronic signs in 2006. They were told there was not enough traffic to warrant new signs. Over the past few years the committee believes logging trucks, desalination related traffic and more tourists have enhanced their case for a new sign. Earlier this year, the committee tried again by sending a letter to VicRoads, which was forwarded to Roads Minister Tim Pallas. Again they were told “no”. Gippsland South MP Peter Ryan has joined the campaign. “The (roads) minister has sensibly realised there is a problem

Safety ﬁrst: Mirboo North Community Consultative Committee secretary Tessa Livera wants electronic speed signs in front of the Mirboo North schools. with vehicles maintaining safe speeds near the Mirboo North Primary School and has reduced the speed limit by 10km/h coming into town,” he said. “I agree that the speed limit

heading into Mirboo North needs to be reduced, however it is disappointing that the government couldn’t provide the electronic signs the school, parents and the larger community wanted.”

impressive, the new workers would be quickly absorbed by the system, Mr Bowman said. He said Foster, Korumburra and Yarram crews all worked one out.

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POLICE BRIEFS

Vandals risk lives AN ATTACK on two ambulances in Mirboo North on Friday night could have led to a death, said station ofﬁcer Don Gillies.

Stupid attack: the cabin of one of two ambulances vandalised last Friday night.

“The vehicles were not drivable after the attacks, and if there had been a time critical call-out between midnight and 7am it could have cost a life,” he said. It is believed that some people broke into the two ambulances at the Mirboo North station, severely damaging both vehicles. While the cost can only be estimated at this stage, the figure is believed to be anywhere between $10,000 and $20,000. “The first vehicle was an older style vehicle, so it was easier to break into, and they’ve managed to take some drugs and other gear,” Mr Gillies said. The drugs in the first response bags, Ventolin and Glucose, can be purchased over the counter at a pharmacy, which makes the crime more outrageous in the officer’s mind. “They’ve achieved nothing by stealing this stuff; it’s just outrageous what they’ve done,” he said. “The second vehicle was a lot more secure and they couldn’t break into it, so they just decided to smash the windows and the console.” And while the two vehicles can be replaced while being repaired, the Mirboo North area is still two ambulances down. “Vehicles can be juggled around, and we can borrow one from Melbourne, but it’s a nuisance to organise,” Mr Gillies said. If anyone has any information, they are urged to call the Mirboo North Police Station on 5668 1444 or their local station.

Tickets issued THE Kongwak market was the scene of much distress after members of the Trafﬁc Management Unit were forced to hand out parking tickets to any driver impeding the road. Police received a complaint of a car encroaching on the road, making it hard for other motorists to move through, so they visited the market to issue ﬁnes for those responsible.

Slow down

POLICE have warned drivers to slow down. Senior Constable Gary Slink from Loch police issued a warning on Monday, urging drivers to slow down during wet weather and difﬁcult conditions to ensure they reach their destination safely. “People have to understand that it’s their safety, and also their ﬁnancial wellbeing because

they will get ﬁned if they speed,” S/C Slink said. Four drivers were caught doing more than 130 km/h on Wednesday morning, two of which were along the Bass Highway. A speeding ﬁne of that

magnitude leads to suspension of licence. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re going to work, for a recreational drive or what you’re doing, it’s not worth speeding,” S/C Slink said.

Engraved to pave PEOPLE intertwined with the past and present of the Mirboo North area have been recorded in brick. An extension to a commemorative pathway in the town was ﬁnished last month. The section is parallel to Ridgway and extends the pavers to the Baromi Park monument marking Strzelecki’s visit to the region. Mirboo and District Historical Society initiated the pathway after the positive reception to the original pavers engraved with names in 2007. The group’s treasurer Sandra Rickards co-ordinated the paver project, collecting the names and making up a paver list. Mirboo North Lions and the Creative Village group provided some funding for the project. Historical society president Faye Marshman said there are a variety of people named on the pavers. “Some are earlier pioneers, some are people who have lived here and moved away and still have connections with the town, and of course there’s new people too, and the business people have come on board,” she said. Pioneers and residents of the surrounding areas, Mardan, Dumbalk North, Mirboo and Boolarra South, are also remembered on the pathway. “There were some families that wanted to be together and we had to make sure our list corresponded with where they wanted to be in the scheme of things,” Ms Marshman said. “Over the years there had been suggestions the pioneers could be recognised in some way and that didn’t happen, so this was another way of doing that. “Obviously those families are proud of their ancestors being pioneers in the big forests of South Gippsland. We had a great response.”

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Hospital boost imminent By Jane Ross

WONTHAGGI Hospital is preparing to elevate its clinical capability. That means that in the future, many heart attack patients will be cared for locally. So will those with high anaesthetic risk and surgical patients with other medical issues. “I’m not talking about intensive care and we are never going to be doing open heart or brain surgery,” said Bass Coast Regional Health CEO Lea Pope. “But it’s about stepping up another level.” That “stepping up” will come when the hospital is given sub regional status. That this will happen is certain. When is another matter. It is all tied up with a report called the South Coast Area Based Health Service Plan and Model of Care. The convoluted name is indicative of the amount of time the report is taking to

reach its zenith. It is being collated by consultants on behalf of the State Department of Health which remains tight lipped about when it will be completed – and implemented. Ms Pope suggested that would have to be before the state election, due this November. “The service plan is not public and I can’t preempt what’s in it. But I can say we are going to be developing to a sub regional hospital.” And that means Wonthaggi Hospital will be able to manage sicker people. Currently, heart attack patients need to be transferred to larger hospitals. Ms Pope said Wonthaggi needs to be able to offer a service to those heart attack cases requiring “signiﬁcant monitoring and care” over a couple of days. She said the hospital does a lot of hip replacements, but patients with other medical issues that will need high dependence care, are referred by

their surgeons to bigger hospitals. In the future, Wonthaggi will be able to cater for them. The six sub acute geriatric evaluation and management or GEM beds need to be expanded. These are for older people with a range of conditions such as strokes or hip factures, who need rehabilitation so that they can go home, or go into low rather than high level aged care. Increasing services will mean more on-site specialists and doctors like specialist physicians and specialist anaesthetists. “We do have excellent GP anaesthetists.” The upgrading is also likely to include a doctor providing care within the hospital at night. There is already a junior doctor doing this during the day. But, said Ms Pope, there is a “very low level

of self sufﬁciency in this region”, meaning many patients are being referred to Melbourne. That occurs for a whole range of reasons, not the least being that Bass Coast Shire hosts a large number of residents who retire to the area and prefer to continue their health care in Melbourne. But there are patients who could be referred to Wonthaggi and that is not happening as often as it might. Changing that pattern can be done through education. Getting the medical staff needed for a sub regional hospital will, Ms Pope admitted, be “a challenge”. Finding enough doctors to staff the emergency unit was a major task, but eventually achieved. Ms Pope is certain the necessary specialists and doctors will be found too.

Rail talks excite Max By Jane Ross THE discussions between South Gippsland Shire Council representatives and the former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd about the need for rail services in this region delights Max Semken.

The Leongatha man refuses to let go of the topic. Since the Melbourne/ Leongatha line closed years ago, he has been waging a battle to get those with inﬂuence to understand its importance. Having promised at the end of the 1990s to reopen the line, the State Labor Government ﬁnally backed off, citing excessive cost to restore the rail infrastructure. Formerly a hard and fast Labor man, Mr Semken, who once stood as the ALP candidate for Gippsland South, resigned from the party. But the he never given up on his view that closing the line was a folly that we would all one day regret. It seems his chickens are coming home to roost. He can see that with the population booming in this and neighbouring shires and industries such as the just-announced “clean” coal deal with Vietnam and the Latrobe Valley, demand for transport will skyrocket. He is animated about the success of the Perth to Mandurah line in Western Australia, which is Australia’s newest urban rail line. Opened in late December 2007, the 74km line attracts an average 7500 boardings a day. Towards the end of last year, Cardinia Shire an-

nounced the development of an employment precinct which will generate 15,000 jobs. There is also Port Anthony and its potential as an import/export hub, another subject that was discussed in Canberra at the National General Assembly of Local Governments Cabinet Community Meeting. Not to mention the pressures of the world’s ﬁnite oil resources.

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Funds debate resurfaces SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council’s new discretionary funds policy prompted fresh debate among councillors recently. Cr David Lewis and Cr Mimmie Jackson sought council approval to pay a total of $1000 from their discretionary funds to repairing the walls at the Nerrena public hall. The project had already received $2550 from council’s Community Grants program. Cr Jackson and Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett also sought to allocate a total of $750 to the Leongatha Little Athletics Club to

buy a trolley for a new high jump mat. Council had funded $4500 towards the project under the Community Grants program. All four requests were approved. Cr Kieran Kennedy opposed the requests, saying they could have been funded under the new discretionary fund policy, applicable from July 1. Councillors’ discretionary funds were then reduced from $10,000 to $4000 each, and the remaining $6000 allocated through the Community Grants program.

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The South Gippsland Walking and Adventure Club’s 20th birthday has nearly arrived, and they are planning a big weekend. It is shaping up to be a good one, with lots of walks planned, graded from easy to hard. The entertainment being planned for the evenings should be lots of fun, too.

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The Leongatha Lyric Theatre group has commenced rehearsals for its next production, Educating Rita, last week. This full length comedy by Willy Russell, will be performed in the Dakers Centre early in Septem-

ber this year. Set construction for the play is already underway. The annual progressive dinner of the Meeniyan Red Cross will be held on Saturday, July 17. The theme is “P” and there are prizes for best dressed male and female. The bus leaves from outside the Meeniyan Primary School in McKitterick Street at 6.30pm. Tickets cost $25, with bookings to be made to Mary on 5664 7228 or Avril 5664 7406. The Leongatha Blood bank volunteers will be having their second an-

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nual luncheon at the Leongatha RSL at noon on Tuesday, July 20. Contact Ursula Croatto on 5664 3309 for further information. Diabetes Educators from Gippsland Southern Health Service will be conducting free Diabetes Risk Assessments. The assessments will be done and Blood Glucose Meter checks from 9.30am until midday. The assessments will be performed at the Korumburra Pharmacy on Monday July 12, and Friday July 16. Nagel’s Pharmacy will be hosting the educators on Monday July 12, while Terry White Chemists will have the educators on Tuesday July 13. Appointments are not necessary. Next week, as part of NAIDOC Week celebrations the display case at the Leongatha Library will present a range of indigenous activities from the region. This has been arranged by the Bass Coast/South Gippsland Reconciliation Group. In addition Uniting Care Gippsland will be launching their Reconciliation Action Plan at 10.30am on Thursday July 8, at the Kilmany Uniting Care Ofﬁce, 3 Church Street, Leongatha. Please call Kilmany Uniting Care on 5662 5150. Johan Scheffer, Upper House Member for Eastern Victoria, is encouraging residents in South Gippsland and on the Bass Coast to visit local national parks over the school holidays. Entry to all national parks in Victoria is now free. The Citizens Advice Bureau in Leongatha can help wage-earners on low incomes with their tax returns. The service is absolutely free and conﬁdential. To make an appointment, just ring the number below to arrange a time, or you can drop in and arrange it in person. The South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau is located

Violet Box recently celebrated her birthday, along with 50 other guests at the Royal Standard Hotel at Toora. The event was organised by husband John, and was catered for by daughter Leanne, who’s been working as the chef at the hotel for 11 years. in the Memorial Hall complex, Michael Place, Leongatha opposite the post office. You can call 5662 2111 from Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. Melbourne Museum’s exhibition is now dating back over 600 million years. Australia’s first dinosaur fossil, a 106 million-year-old claw found near Cape Paterson in 1904, is on display. The Shingler Memorial Lecture and Dinner will be on Saturday, July 17. The Star apologises for publishing the wrong date last week. The tickets are still $35, and the time still 7pm. The event will be hosted at the Dakers Centre in Smith Street, Leongatha. Tickets are still available and can be bought at the Mechanics’ Institute on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between noon and 4pm. The South Gippsland Parkinsons Support Group is holding a film afternoon at Stadium 4 Cinema on Sunday July 11. The cost of $15 includes afternoon tea. Phone Peter 5668 4274, Trevor 5662 5393 or Elaine 5622 3557 for details. Group members will also take part in a Unity Walk for Parkinsons on Sunday August 29, along the banks of the Yarra, to raise awareness and funds to support research and services.

Cam calls it a day

A RESPECTED employee of South Gippsland Shire Council retired on Friday after 15 years with the organisation. Cam Abood is looking forward to travelling north to see family and spending more time with his wife Catherine Matthews. Mr Abood has served as records co-ordinator with council for several years, having previously worked as records ofﬁcer. “I like the people and I like the different topics that arise. They’re a great crowd to work for and I have some very good friends here,” he said. More than 50 council employees attended a lunch at Leongatha RSL for Mr Abood on Friday, followed by an afternoon tea. He will continue to work as a marriage celebrant.

New stage: Cam Abood is moving on from South Gippsland Shire Council.

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VOXPOP! VOX Would you ride the train if it came back to South Gippsland?

Yes I would. I ride the bus at the moment but I’d much rather go on the train. They are much more comfortable. John Peters Leongatha

Yes, I love the social life on the train; it makes the trip more enjoyable. Jason Tomada Dumbalk

No, I’d rather drive in a car. Sam Marriott Leongatha

If the need arose I would, but I normally drive. Stuart Campbell Leongatha

Kind teens LAST Tuesday, June 29, on the coldest day Melbourne has experienced for years, I was travelling on the bus to the Great Masters art exhibition at the Victorian Gallery. At Koo Wee Rup we were joined by the passengers from Phillip Island and Inverloch and were one seat short. The last lady aboard was told she would have to wait for the next bus to Dandenong and catch a train from there to Southern Cross station. She could not do that as she had to connect with a ﬂight at Tullamarine. The bus driver appealed for anyone to give up a seat for her. It was freezing cold but the bus was warm, and noone really likes to change at Dandenong station, so people were sitting tight. Then two teenage boys sauntered down the aisle and off the bus to the acclamation and applause of all passengers. As the driver put it, that generation is so often criticised but what a generous and kind effort from these kids. Thank you from all of us. Gwen Chapman, Leongatha.

agement Group in the Department of Treasury and Finance receives signiﬁcant salary and bonus payments and promotion opportunities for also promoting the interests of the private sector, at the expense of the public.” This throws light on the Victorian Government’s decision to enter a public private partnership to construct the world’s second largest desalination plant at Wonthaggi. Aileen Vening, Inverloch.

Petrol prices I DON’T know where Stuart Evans (The Star, Tuesday, June 29) gets the idea from that his prices are comparable with other rural areas around the state. He must drive around in his car wearing rose coloured glasses. I drive into Glen Waverley on a regular basis and only need to travel to Koo Wee Rup to ﬁnd I can purchase petrol around eight cents a litre cheaper,

this would be the case at least in 90 per cent to 95 per cent of the trips I do. The petrol stations in Koo Wee Rup are both Caltex. You can also drive to Warragul and again buy petrol at eight to 10 cents a litre cheaper than in Korumburra. Mr Evans states that he has competition in Caltex, but if they know that Mr Evans is going to keep his prices high, why would they reduce theirs and make less money? If Caltex Koo Wee Rup can sell petrol on a regular basis eight cents a litre cheaper, Caltex Korumburra should be able to do the same. All I can say is do the right thing by your local community and at least match Koo Wee Rup’s prices. I don’t buy my petrol in Korumburra, Leongatha or Wonthaggi. I know I’m not the only one. If the prices matched Koo Wee Rup I would. Since moving to Korumburra two-and-a-half years ago I have purchased everything local except my petrol on principle. Stewart Wilson, Korumburra.

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Change constant Bonus SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will be restructured the best interests of efﬁciency claim and better incommunication behind council

THANKS to Kenneth Davidson (The Age, June 28), we now know “The Commercial and Infrastructure Risk Man-

Plan prompts talk SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will spread its messages to the people by advertising at Stadium Four Cinema in Leongatha, but not without issue. That was despite Cr David Lewis questioning how council decided to do so. At a recent meeting, he said council should not have been asked to do so via a brieﬁng paper at a brieﬁng session, but via a “properly constituted” council meeting. But Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett said Cr Lewis had trouble “distinguishing between operational issues and policy issues”. “The CEO brought to the table an operational issue and asked for our opinion,” Cr Fawcett said. Cr Fawcett said the matter had been the subject of a council report and was brought to the council table. Cr Lewis responded: “I have done my job to represent the people of South Gippsland and let them know what is going on.”

doors, according to CEO, Tim Tamlin. Five management positions will be made redundant and four new directors’ roles created. The new departments of engineering services, community services, corporate services and development services sound pragmatic, and the number of directors is more in line with other Gippsland councils. If the outcomes mooted result in a better service and value for money for ratepayers, then this is a welcome initiative. But one wonders about such a major change occurring just 19 months after a similar restructure was implemented by Mr Tamlin’s predecessor, Paul Bawden. Every new CEO has the right and responsibility to change the organisational structure where needed, but the constant changes must cast an air of uncertainty amongst council staff, as well as substantial disruption to their working lives. Ofﬁcers must wonder how long their positions are tenable for and whether a contractual term means just that or is mere tokenism. Having to reapply for one’s own job or a similar role cannot be easy. Whether this review will result in good service for the people of South Gippsland, only council ofﬁcers and ratepayers will know, over time. Let’s hope these changes work.

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Memorial move demands sensitivity By Jane Ross WHEN the Leongatha Primary School moves to its new home on the other side of Horn Street, a number of special memorials will have to go too. Accommodating the sensitivities of such a task has fallen to a sub committee of the school council. Sue Fleming heads the sub committee, which is yet to decide what to do with the various memorials on the Jeffrey Street site. There are three plaques honouring the memory of young children who sadly died while students at the school. Their memorials sit in front of three deciduous trees. Sue said it is possible the plaques could be incorporated in an all-embracing memorial garden at the new school which will be sharing grounds with the Leongatha Secondary College. This already has some memorials of its own, in the form of plaques and trees. A timber sign on the Indonesian centre at the primary school, denotes its memorial status as the Carole Smillie Centre. Sue said that plaque will need to somehow be incorporated in the new buildings. There’s also a large, heavy and sombre honour board erected as a tribute to those former primary school students who served in World War One. This may hang in the administration area or the shared library or auditorium.

School’s out: Kevin McGavin (left) and Caleb Webb with the old school bell now ringing the changes for a new facility on a shared site with the Leongatha Secondary College.

In remembrance: one of the Leongatha Primary School’s memorials.

In the centre of the board are the names of those who made the supreme sacriﬁce: P. Bellingham, R.M. Brown, F.J. Brown, J. Daniels, J.E. Edney, T. Johnson, J. Keilkrup, W. Kneale, E. Kneale, A.J. Russell, A. Robertson, R. Robertson, S. Statham and G. Statham. But the new administration area is part of stage two of the new development so careful consideration needs to be given to the honour board and its important status. When the primary school celebrated its centenary, the old school bell was erected in the yard next to an amphitheatre which has a plaque denoting the milestone. Those items are an integral part of the primary school’s history and deserve recognition in the future. Mosaic tiles, a bird bath and totem poles are other markers in the grounds of the current site. And while these do not have the same signiﬁcance as plaques and honour boards, they are no doubt important to those who created them. Sue said the sub committee will pay much attention to whatever needs to be done to treat all the items with the respect they deserve.

History: Sue Fleming with the plaque that marks the Leongatha Primary School’s centenary.

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Newsagency hits jackpot THE TATTS agency has opened at the Leongatha Newsxpress Newsagency. The outlet was opened on Thursday and immediately people ﬂowed in to try their luck. There have been 12 division one winners in Leongatha in the history of Tatts and Peter Watchorn is hoping there will be another winner shortly. “On July 17, it’s the big $20 million draw, so we’re expecting to see a lot of people in to get a ticket,”

Trying her luck: Angela Ford of Leongatha buys her ticket from Peter Watchorn, new owner of the Tatts agency.

Bar deters mariners WITH the ongoing silting of the bar at Anderson Inlet, Charlie Deering was expecting a hectic life. He’s the skipper of the Inverloch SES Ocean Rescue Service boat. He was expecting to have to frequently take the 30 foot Stabi craft out into the inlet entrance to rescue the stranded or upturned. “I think most people have decid-

ed it’s too hard. “This has been one of our quieter years. I thought we’d be ﬂat out!” Warnings to mariners have been posted by Gippsland Ports for months now and they’re still current. The outer entrance channel of the Anderson Inlet entrance bar “continues to be subject to shoaling” says the notice. “Mariners are advised to navi-

gate this region with the greatest of caution.” The silting of the bar has come about because Point Smythe has been washed away. This is Charlie Deering’s second stint with the SES Ocean Rescue Service. He knows the Inverloch waters well, but said he could not hazard a prediction about when – or if - the bar might return to normal.

he said. The race is on to ﬁnd lucky winner number 13, so Peter urges people to get in and pick their lucky numbers. Peter owns the newsagency with brother Dean, and Dean’s wife Debbie, who are all pleased to have the business on board. The trio wish to thank Michael and Pam Herrald, previous owners of Tatts, for the opportunity and also the successful changeover that occurred between the businesses. They hope to continue

on with the success the husband and wife initiated. Tatts territory manager Frank Fazio was also present on the day, offering a second chance board to lucky customers. “It’s good to see the newsagency jump on board. It’s a good ﬁt,” he said. Peter agreed. “Normally the Tatts venues are in newsagencies so it’s a good combination. It’s good for both businesses as we trust the brand and we know they’re a great franchise,” he said.

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Mitre 10 heats up Winter heating is the best way to keep the chills at bay, whether in the lounge room or on the back deck. The folks at Mitre 10 can help with all heating needs, so pop in and visit them today. There is a wide range of indoor heaters, including portable heaters from Sunbeam. The portable units can be wheeled around the house, and even wall mounted, so they are a great option if someone is going from the lounge to the study to the bedroom regularly. And while winter normally means early nights, Mitre 10’s range of outdoor heaters can let you entertain outside. Employee Janet Nicholson said that chimeneas and patio heaters are great for outdoor activities. “These patio heaters are fantastic for warming the back area and it allows you to get out of the house,”

she h said. id Well known for their warmth, the patio heaters are a consistent seller and are popular with customers. The chimeneas are also a popular product, and are not just for warming people, but even food. “People can cook pizza on these as well, just put it on the tray, stick it in and away you go,” Janet said. In the last couple of years the Eco log has hit shelves, a 100 per cent recycled timber product to get fires started. The Eco logs are perfect for chimeneas, open fires and camp fires because they do not require kindling and leave less ash. The logs are also non-sparking, yet provide more heat for longer, meaning that they are not only environmentally friendly, but consumer friendly, too. As a new product on the shelf last year, the Eco logs walked out the door, and as the weather has cooled off come winter, they have begun their march this year as well.

There h is i currently l a sale l on all ll off the heaters available, and the friendly staff at Mitre 10 know all there is to know about winter heating ideas, so anyone interested in keeping warm during the cold season should pop in and ask today.

Warming up: Mitre 10’s Janet Nicholson is pictured with some of the chimeneas the store has available.

Keeping warm: Mitre 10 employee Janet Nicholson with a range of chimeneas available at Mitre 10.

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EVERYONE O will ill be b looking l ki to keep warm this winter, and Mitre 10 has the solutions.

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Curtains beat winter chill

Common sense: curtains and pelmets combined help to keep heat inside a house.

STAYING warm this winter can be as simple as keeping the heat in rather than the cold out. A significant amount of heat can leave a home through an uncovered or open window, regardless of how much heat is produced by a cosy wood fire or toasty reverse-cycle airconditioner. Windows without curtains or blinds allow heat to seep out through the glass, wasting money in electricity and firewood, and costing the environment. But simply covering windows with lined curtains and adding pelmets for insulation benefit can keep your house warmer. The heavier the curtain, the more heat that will be retained. Window coverings that are close

ﬁtting such as holland or roman blinds, or that completely cover the window such as lined drapes and pelmets, are best. Ask at your local curtain and blind store for more information. To keep as much heat as possible inside during winter, here are some other tips: • close windows and doors, as heating with a window open can increase heating bills by as much as 25 per cent; • draw curtains at night to keep heat in; and • avoid overheating your home by ensuring heater thermostats are at a comfortable temperature. Every degree higher increases costs by as much as 15 per cent. The Victorian Government’s Energy Saver Incentive program recommends people also double glaze win-

dows, insulate ceilings and floors, and weather-proof all windows and doors to maximise heat retention. And come summer time, homes with these added extras will also be cooler. Research by Sustainability Victoria has found the energy demands of a home also increase with: • air leakage; • lack of ceiling insulation; • an area of non north-facing windows; • amount of thermal mass; and • building orientation away from the north to maximise exposure to winter sun. Energy efficient heaters will further reduce heating costs. The higher the star rating, the more energy efficient. Ratings can be up to six stars.

Warming up THE weather’s freezing.

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But there’s no need to feel cold because Leongatha’s opportunity shops are full of jumpers, scarves,

mittens and woolly hats, all going at bargain basement prices. Pat Durling (pictured) who volunteers at St Peter’s Op Shop – and loves it – donned this “outﬁt” to ward off the winter chills.

The coat has a hood and while she thought the yellow gloves a tad bright, they kept her hands warm. The shop is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays between 10am and 4pm.

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Ken knows his heaters ACTION Pumps and Irrigation have been helping to keep South Gippland’s home ﬁres burning for more than 10 years now. Ken Wardle offers a range of wood heaters including both inbuilt and freestanding models to ward off this winter’s chill. According to Ken, this winter has seen many customers purchase and install their heaters already, due to the cooler season we have experienced so far. There are some stunning options to choose from, including the bay window feature types which are most attractive and efﬁcient. Some great specials are available, so call in and see Ken and let him and his staff help you to keep warm this winter.

Experience counts: Ken Wardle of Action Pumps and Irrigation can help keep houses warm.

More to a fireplace than warm coals By Jane Ross

WE have a lovely open ﬁre at our place.

There is a copper fender that sits at the outer edge of the stone hearth. It belonged to my late aunt, a significant figure in my life, both as a child and an adult. She relied for heating almost solely on the two open fireplaces in her metropolitan double brick home, burning a mixture of red gum and those strange, gnarled lumps called mallee roots. The fender reminds me of the warmth she brought into my life. Next to it is a brass wood box. I’m ashamed to say it needs a good clean and it is chock full of paper, odd bits of jigsaw and other detritus from the years when our children were growing up. The brass box belonged to my father who is making heavy work of, as he would have said in his halcyon years “shuffling off his mortal coil”. I remember the brass box from my childhood, when we’d sit close to the fire in the dining room, the shining lumps of black coal providing enough heat to make the cold winters comfort-

able. The coal was dumped right up the back of the large block that hosted the family home and wood was stacked in the old chook pen. I have little recollection of the chooks themselves, other than when Dad chopped their heads off and they ran around headless while my sister and I screamed in horror. Gutting and plucking fell to the adults, while the younger fry savoured the rare pleasure of roast chook. All that work! Who would have thought then that we would one day skip into the butcher’s or the supermarket and pick up an already plucked and gutted chook vacuumed into a plastic casing? I have many abiding memories of my father and they, together with keepsakes such as the brass box, will become all the more dear when his mortal coil is finally wound up. Our fireplace also has a smart brass chain curtain to prevent embers sparking out onto the carpet. Well, it would be a smart brass curtain if only someone in the household would clean it. We’re all too busy, or think we are. The curtains remain pretty much drawn these days because we’re also too busy for the open fire.

To say that the man I married is not the practical type is grossly understating the case and his offspring, while eminently loveable, are of similar bent. Therefore the necessary chopping of wood is not done; the carrying in of same does not occur and there is no ﬁre to sit beside. We’ve found an easier way. Following the searing heat of the Black Saturday summer, I decided it was time to have air conditioning. We have double insulation in the ceiling and a welcome seaside breeze at night, but they were insufﬁcient for creature comfort. And, if we were going to have an air conditioner, it made sense to go the whole hog and do the reverse cycle thing. We have quite an open plan house, so there is now a large, white machine on the wall of the lounge room. It’s so easy. All you have to do is remember to change the heating or cooling mode on the remote and press a yellow button to turn it on or off. Even he of the highly impractical characteristics has learned how to do that!

Don’t leave pets out in the cold ANIMAL welfare organisation, Animal Aid, is urging all pet owners to keep a watchful eye on their furry household companions by helping them to stay warm during winter. Animal Aid suggests allowing animals inside at night or at least having a kennel outside so as your pet can shelter from the wind and chill. Dry cats and dogs if they get wet and ensure they have enough extra food to keep warm. Always check your car engines before taking off, especially if they have been driven recently and are still warm. Cats have a very bad habit of hopping into warm areas.

Snuggling up: cats are demanding at the best of times, but deserve extra attention in winter.

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Safety ﬁrst: babies need to be protected from strangulation by curtain cords.

Cord risk still high SOUTH Gippsland households have ordered 67 of the 17,000 free safety kits distributed by Consumer Affairs Victoria to help reduce the danger of unsafe curtain and blind cords, a head winter The agency’s director, Dr Claire Noone, said the result was encouraging but many more homes around Victoria were still likely to contain unsafe cords which had the potential to put young children at risk of strangulation. “We are delighted with the response to the campaign, but orders we’ve received so far only represent a small proportion of the many

households that may still have unsafe curtain and blind cords,” she said. “If you haven’t yet ordered a free safety kit, put in your order now.” Curtains and blinds installed after 2008 have been required to meet higher safety standards, but Dr Noone warned that many unsafe curtain and blind cords remain across the state. “There could still be tens of thousands of unsafe cords in Victorian homes,” she said. Unsafe curtain and blind cords can form a loop and get tangled around a child’s neck. Since the early 1990s, at least 15 children in Australia have died in this way, including two in Victoria late last year. Many more have suf-

fered serious injury. The easy-to-install safety kits help prevent this hazard by securing cords out of reach. “It is important to understand the risks and make sure there are no exposed loops hanging down in your home, to prevent any serious injury or deaths,” Dr Noone said. Anyone with looped curtain and blind cords and wooden window frames should request a free safety kit from Consumer Affairs Victoria by visiting www.consumer.vic.gov. au If you don’t have a wooden frame, your local curtain and blind shop or hardware store can offer you an easy alternative solution.

Redeeming winter By Chris Brown

SOMETIMES it seems like winter and whining go together. When the weather turns on a particularly cold day people quickly moan about the rain and wind. Fair enough, as a lot of the time it is conversational glue, but perhaps it isn’t entirely factual. You see, winter has plenty to offer and there is lots to be positive about when the days shorten and the temperatures struggle around in the low teens. For example, you can actually appreciate the sun

without worrying about getting burnt or sweaty. Even when it’s 15 outside there’s nothing like lounging around behind north-facing windows as the sun streams in. Or sitting in front of an open fire feeling the warmth as the flames leap around sporadically. To create a really comfortable room, try combining an open fire and a reverse cycle air conditioner. The fire provides the ambience while the reverse cycle keeps the room at a pleasant temperature. In this 21st century there’s a plethora of devices

available to keep us warm and any of them work well on a blustery winter’s night or day, as it is sometimes. And winter food tastes so much better when it’s actually winter. Soups, casseroles, slowly cooked meat and potato experiments, thick chips and roasted meat of any ﬂavour all get that little bit better when it’s cold out. Marshmallows and hot chocolate anyone? Winter is also a good time to eat lots of butter. Hot bread just out of the toaster smothered in butter with your spread of choice. Somehow the same combination is less

appealing when the weather warms up. For those looking to head outdoors, a trip to the ski ﬁelds has to be a winter highlight. Speeding down the mountain or attempting new tricks on a snow board are not possible in summer unless you’ve ﬂown to the northern hemisphere. Winter also offers plenty of sporting options that don’t make quite as much sense in summer: Aussie Rules footy, rubgy, netball and soccer all go better when the grass is green and the ground softer. While outside, wear lots of clothes. This is one of the keys to appreciating winter. If you’re trying to stay happy wearing simply a jumper and t-shirt, good luck with that. Why not embrace the opportunity to wear more, including that thick jacket you’ll never need come October. Also that ugly t-shirt still works when it’s under a more fashionable outer layer. So yeah, next time you’re tempted to whine about winter, ponder the pleasures of our coldest season.

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GATHERING ﬁrewood can be a time consuming task unless one buys their chainsaw and gear from Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment in Leongatha. The longstanding local business offers the popular and reputable Stihl and Husqvarna range of chainsaws. From June 1 to August 31 this year, Marriott’s is offering a free chainsaw kit valued at $150 with every purchase of selected Husqvarna chainsaws. The kit includes a chain ﬁling kit, clear safety glasses, garden earmuffs, 950ml of bar oil and a chainsaw case. Models applicable to this offer include 440e, 445e, 450e, 455R, 460, 365

and 570. After more than 50 years in the chainsaw business, Husqvarna has added extra safety and efficiency improvements to its range. Among them are a visible fuel level, SmartStart and TrioBrake systems, and a three-piece crankshaft. Stihl is also offering a free maintenance and safety kit with its Wood Boss range. The kit features a file guide, flat file, handle and groove tool, plus a spare chain and storage box, gloves, earmuffs and cooler bag. The offer is valid from June 1 to July 31, while stocks last. Stihl has set the standard in chainsaw technology for more than 70 years.

Top class: Brenton Gilligan with the extensive arrange of chainsaws on offer at Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment.

Service, knowledge: Tim Marriott and Brenton Gilligan of Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment know their chainsaws.

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Small town with a big heart KOONWARRA sits just six minutes out of Leongatha, and is a beautiful tourist destination.

Bob Hickman: the local resident artist and his 1960s scooter.

Zac Chalmers lives and works in Koonwarra at Valley Plains Pottery, and loves the small town. “We’re here in amongst the rolling, broad hills, it’s beautiful,” he said. But he has not had too much time to enjoy the hills lately, as she has been busily preparing soup mugs, casserole and baking dishes for customers during winter. The gallery at Valley Plains Pottery showcases wood ﬁred ceramic pieces that range from large urns and other outdoor sculptures to tea bowls and contemporary tableware. The employees at the Koonwarra Store and Emporium have also been busy, working towards the opening of their garden emporium in spring. General manager Thomas Burge says convivial dinners and lunches should be well patronised, as always, during the winter season. “Our dinners and lunches are generally popular events, and anyone can come along and ask questions or just enjoy what’s on offer,” he said. “Regional food and wine producers come to our dinners, and talk about their products, while emporium and homewares designers do the same at our lunches.” The store’s general trading will also be popular throughout winter, as the iconic regional

store is fully licensed, and offers substantial breakfasts, decadent lunches, store-made cakes, ﬁne wine and food tasting, as well as excellent organic espresso. While on the topic of fresh food, the Cleanfood business in Koonwarra is also popular during the winter months, with winter vegetables and soup mixes walking out the door. “We’ve tried to create a one-stop shop, and at the moment people are coming in, gathering their organic soup mix and meat, as well as their winter vegetables. Then their shopping is done,” owner Marg Welles said. Hot meals are the most popular at the moment, with organic meats being sold so that customers can make roasts, stews and pies to stave off the cold. But nothing has been as popular as the organic bacon, which Marg tells has been her best seller. “We are selling 20 packs of organic bacon a week,” she said, with the item being used for bacon and eggs, as well as in pastas. Local resident and artist Bob Hickman is a big fan of Koonwarra, after coming south for a seachange from Melbourne 11 years ago. Cooking classes for children have been running at the Peaceful Gardens Organic Cooking School, where kids are learning to cook full meals, which is sure to please their parents. “When children leave they go home with the knowledge of how to cook a main meal and a dessert; we recently taught children how to cook vegetarian lasagna and puddings,” Fiona

Future master chefs: learning the tricks of the cooking trade are (clockwise from left) Maverick Mason, Wilson Blackley, Yasmin Anagnostou, Bec Dowthwaite and Luke Ashby.

Family link KASIE Salmon wore two family heirloom rings for her “something old” when she married Chris Rump on May 1 at St Philip’s Anglican Church at Cowes.

Leongatha home: Chris and Kasie Rump.

One was her grandmother’s 60-year-old eternity ring, the other the groom’s great, great auntie’s 80-year-old engagement ring. The groom’s grandmother decorated the church with beautiful ﬂower arrangements. Kasie is the youngest child of Clive and Jan Salmon and Chris is the eldest child of Steve and Faye Rump, all of Leongatha. The bride was given away by her parents. She wore a Maggie Sorreto ivory strapless gown with a ruched bodice gathered to the side with a diamante and pearl feature. Kaisie’s sister Brooke Brown and great friend Leanne Mifsud attended the bride in shoe string strapped knee length grape/black gowns. Chris was attended by two of his great mates, Tim Wightman as best man and Josh Trease as groomsman. The bride’s niece, Taylah Brown was ﬂower girl with nephews Kyle and Jhett Brown as page boys. The reception was held at The Continental Hotel, Cowes, charmingly decorated by local Shelley Williams. Chris and Kasie went to Thailand for their honeymoon, before returning to their home in Leongatha.

Above: Relaxing: Ross Svenson and Owen Kindellan enjoy a nice quiet cup of coffee.

Right: Peaceful: Lisa Robinson enjoys a relaxing afternoon in Koonwarra.

Routledge, manager of the school, said. Other recipes have ranged from traditional shepherds pie, beef casserole and various puddings, to keep chefs at home warm during winter. As a painter and sculptor, Bob works in Leongatha and Warragul as an art teacher, and is busily working on his own art at the moment. “I’ve got the break from school at the moment, so I’m catching up on a bit of art,” he said. Bob also walks along the Koonwarra rail trail during winter to keep the winter blues at bay, and if it’s warm enough, he’ll ride his scooter. If you or a loved one needs to relax and unwind, then the Koonwarra Day Spa is well worth a visit, whether for just an hour or for a whole day. Come and visit during winter and you can enjoy the special two hour pamper package, which includes a free warm hydrotherapy spa and a beautiful, one-and-a-half hour hot stone relaxation massage. Priced at only $130 per person (10 per cent extra on Saturdays), this package is even more enjoyable when you share it with a friend. After your pampering treatment you will be invited to gently wake up again, by enjoying a soothing herbal tea and a biscuit in their relaxation lounge. To make a booking or to purchase a gift voucher, please phone the friendly staff at the Koonwarra Day Spa on 5664 2332.

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Rotarians mark year of service INCREASING membership and continuing to support the eradication of polio are among the goals of new Leongatha Rotary Club president, Col Byatt.

The club has attracted seven new members in the past year and Mr Byatt hopes to lift that ﬁgure by many more. And with 1700 known cases of polio around the world, he believes Rotary’s Polio Plus program still has plenty of work to do. Mr Byatt and his new board were ofﬁcially sworn in at the club’s changeover dinner at Woorayl Golf Club last week. “I know that we are going to have a good year and I know that by the crowd here tonight, that everyone will support me and I’m

keen to get on with it,” he said. The theme for the new Rotary year is “Building communities, bridging continents”. Mr Byatt’s new board is: president elect, Paul Beck; secretary, Kerry Pritchard; treasurer, Gordon Morrison; sergeant at arms, Ed Carmody; membership, Colin McKenzieMcHarg; public relations, Kerrie Baker; service projects, Kevin Taranto; Rotary Foundation, Ross Pearson; and immediate past president, Bruce Grainger. Mr Grainger presented presidential citations to several members recognising their service and support. They were: Mr Byatt, Colin McKenzie-McHarg, John O’Connor, Ross Pearson and David John, and also his wife Bernadette Grainger. In his president’s re-

port, Mr Grainger noted the club’s major project, the Gallipoli Project, in which three secondary students visited Turkey for three weeks and attended the dawn service at Gallipoli. “This project proved to be an unqualified success, the three students benefiting enormously from their experience and also developing significantly as individuals,” he said. “This will be an ongoing project and will also entail welcoming students from Turkey by way of a reciprocal visit.” Other club activities of note were the End of Year President’s Cocktail Party, a barbecue,

Turkish night and auction, annual art show and the Show’n’Shine motor show. Tom Dudley, son of Rotarian Nick, is representing the club on exchange in Switzerland. The club has contributed $4000 to the Rotary Foundation, $1000 to Centenary House cancer accommodation centre at Traralgon, $5000 to Woorayl Lodge and a further $5000 will be given to Leongatha Memorial Hospital. The club made a donation to the Red Cross to support service efforts. The Rotary clubs of Korumburra, Lang Lang and Bairnsdale were represented at the function.

New board: front, Gordon Morrison, Kerrie Baker, Colin Byatt and Paul Beck. Back: Kevin Taranto, Ross Pearson, Bruce Grainger, Colin McKenzieMcHarg, Ed Carmody and Kerry Pritchard.

Social evening: Kerry Pritchard, John Maguire, John O’Connor, Lindsay Powney and Paul Beck.

Change of guard: immediate past president Bruce Grainger congratulates Colin Byatt on his election.

Touching base: South Gippsland Shire Council Mayor, Cr Jim Fawcett, and Sheryl and Don Bruce.

Ladies mingling: Leonnie McClusky, Joan Fawcett and Kerrie Baker.

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

(Leongatha) Woorayl Lodge Auxiliary, Lions Club and Catholic Women’s league will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning July 12, 2010.

Helping hands: Mary MacKillop College students served meals during the evening to raise funds for the school. They were: Beth Johnstone, Kyah Stephenson, Laura Browne, Tayla Delaney, Holly Monaghan and Laura McHarg.

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READ about this thoroughly modern hideaway offered by First National Prom Country Meeniyan, on page 30.

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Inverloch home with options

HIS perfect corner location is within walking distance to shops and would suit retirees or the person who works from home. It features a work studio with outside access. At a glance Location: 16 John Street, Inverloch. Price: $375,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Inverloch. Contact: 5674 1111.

The residence has three bedrooms with en suite, lounge with new solid fuel heater, formal dining and a separate kitchen/living area. A beautiful sunny deck leads off the living area and includes a shady fernery. A double lock-up garage, plus

workshop, is heaven for the blokes. There is 24-hour monitored security. This home is low maintenance and would rent out very well considering the low stock levels and high demand. Don’t hesitate, as it won’t last.

Inspection will impress H

ERE is a Leongatha property with a lot of appeal that is sure not to disappoint. It is a neat, low maintenance four bedroom home in a great location close to schools, park and recreation reserve. You will be impressed by the updated kitchen with loads of cupboard space, dining area off the kitchen, two living areas with new reverse cycle air At a glance Location: 60 Turner Street, Leongatha. Price: $259,000. Agent: Stockdale & Leggo, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 5800.

conditioner and new hot water service. The hard work has already been done, with the exterior recently painted and with a massive undercover paved outdoor entertaining area, outdoors can be enjoyed with little effort. Also with a lock-up backyard, single garage with power and single carport near completion, this property won’t last long.

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Turnout block value W

ANTING a turn out block for a fraction of the price? This block is located just 10 minutes drive from Leongatha on the Nerrena Road. Offering approximately 58 acres of clean sheltered land, it is a realistically priced property. The undulating grazing country is watered by dams and a creek, and is accessed by a sealed road frontage. With stockyards and a loading race on site, it would be perfect for raising some animals for the freezer, or growing young heifers for replacement dairy stock. Contact Andrew or Peter for further information.

At a glance Location: Nerrena Road, Dumbalk. Price: $255,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 0922.

Prom Country T

N AY PE D O SUN S HI

Dollar Dazzler!

“Hen’s Teeth” in Hallston

“Tulip Tree Cottage”

On approximately 3.7 acres, with gorgeous views and established farm-style gardens, this character farm home includes bright kitchen, meals/sitting room, spacious lounge, three bedrooms, bathroom, and mud room. Features wood heater and polished ﬂoorboards. External infrastructure includes bungalow, pool, disused brick dairy and other shedding, paddocks, stock run, ramp, orchard, vegie garden and established European trees. About 10 mins to the excellent Dumbalk Store. Bedazzled!

“As rare as hen’s teeth”. This 16 ac property is only 15km from Mirboo North or Leongatha. A simple home with lots of space, 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Plenty of potential for improvement. INSPECT By Appointment Address 2615 Grand Ridge Road, HALLSTON $265,000 - $295,000

Original Victorian cottage, renovated and redecorated, new kitchen & bathroom, elegant living room, 3 charming bedrooms, outdoor entertaining amidst beautiful mature gardens. INSPECT By Appointment Address 6 Ridgway, MIRBOO NORTH $250,000 - $275,000

INSPECT Sunday, July 11 @ 1.00 - 1.30pm Address 930 Dollar Road, DOLLAR

$295,000 - $330,000

N AY PE D O SUN S HI

Selling Properties

24/7 Cosy Country Cottage

Deco Delight

Enjoying winter sunshine through picture windows, elevated views, short walk to Fish Creek township. Open plan living, new kitchen, 2 bedrooms and enclosed carport, big yard, solar hot water. INSPECT By Appointment Address 41 Old Waratah Road, FISH CREEK $195,000 - $220,000

Bearing the hallmarks of art deco styling, this functional and attractive three bedroom home features a typical facade, porch, and decorative ceilings. The central living zone has been opened up to provide a lounge, dining and play/study space, with the updated kitchen adjacent. With security shutters, enclosed rear courtyard garden, lock-up tandem garage on a corner leafy allotment it is within a hop, skip and jump of schools, shops and parks. Live the life or love the income.

Book End Block! A whopping 2880 sqm (approx) with front and rear access makes this a MEENIYAN development opportunity with a difference. Possibilities exist for 2 buildings with residential/commercial combo. INSPECT By Appointment Address 76 Whitelaw Street MEENIYAN $80,000 - $90,000 $220,000 - $250,000

INSPECT Sunday, July 11 @ 1.00 - 1.30pm Address 1 Giles Street, MIRBOO NORTH

allen bartlett 0417 274 624

N AY PE D O SUN IS TH

kaz hughes 0417 516 998

Town and Country

Modern Country Hideaway

A Fine Romance

Cottage cutie in the heart of Mirboo North. 1.5 acres with great views. Original features, 2 separate living areas, big country kitchen, 2 bedrooms + study, elevated, covered deck. Beautiful gardens. INSPECT Sunday July 11 @ 12.00 - 12.30pm Address 50 Giles Street, MIRBOO NORTH $310,000 - $329,000

New 3 bdrm home with spectacular rural outlooks. Gleaming timber ﬂoors, light and spacious. Solar hot water, fenced paddocks, and huge sub ﬂoor area for storage or expansion. www.promviews.com.au. INSPECT By Appointment Address 365 O’Gradys Ridge Rd, FOSTER NTH $350,000 - $375,000

Set in magniﬁcent, colourful gardens this expansive home features 13’ ceilings, original T&G paneling, hardwood ﬂooring, leadlight, bay windows, block frontage, iron lacework verandas. With access to verandas on all sides, choose your own bedroom and living combination from the 6 big rooms on offer. There are 2 bathrooms, and kitchen with walk in larder, and central hall. Become part of the history and romance that started back in 1897.

93 Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan ~ 5664 0224

INSPECT OPEN CANCELLED, PROPERTY SOLD Address 27 Turner Street, LEONGATHA

promcountryre.com.au

lisa williams 0438 133 385

$560,000 - $610,000

84 Ridgway, Mirboo North ~ 5668 1660

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Modern hideaway on three acres M

AXIMISING its hillside vantage, this brand new, three bedroom home offers enticing glimpses of the Prom between the hill folds, and spectacular rural outlooks. A gently sloping gravel driveway cuts into the hillside and arrives conveniently beside the side deck. Clever placement of the house means that you walk from the driveway to the front door easily. Inside, a spacious central hallway offers main living to the right, and a short, fourstep rise to the bedroom and utility zone on the left. The highlight of the house is the main living zone, with its gleaming polished ﬂoorboards, picture windows and vaulted ceilings, all designed for minimum maintenance and stylish, light-ﬁlled space. A modern corner kitchen takes in the views, with stainless steel appliances, broad bench tops and downlights. Bedrooms are a good size, with robes. The bathroom and laundry are naturally minimalist, modern and light. Stepping out from the house, decks offer

space for outdoor living, as well as sunset and sunrise views. Quality cladding, hardwood timber window frames and care with the finishes all around build confidence that this is a well constructed home. Designed to grow with you, this clever house is geared for a future extension into the sub floor area that is presently used as under-house storage and shelter. Provision has been made with the extrawide hallway, allowing for a stairway to be incorporated. The areas surrounding the home level out to an array of accessible, fenced paddocks, ideally suited to horses, alpacas or other farm animals: why not grow your own lambs? European solar hot water, sewerage and sub-surface irrigation system, and more energy efficient improvements, all help to make this a comfortable and practical option for permanent or holiday accommodation. A short drive into the eclectic delights of Fish Creek and the idyllic setting of Foster, this one is the perfect country getaway and the Prom’s at your door. To discover more, visit this property’s own website at www.promviews.com.au.

At a glance Location: 365 O’Grady’s Ridge Road, Foster North. Price range: $350,000 - $375,000. Agent: Prom Country First National, Meeniyan. Contact: 5664 0224.

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Brand new private luxury D

RIVE down the meandering track to the brand new home set on 6.4 hectares of native bush at Venus Bay.

This exclusive property was built to take in the spectacular water views over Anderson Inlet and towards Wilsons Promontory. From the huge decking area enjoy the many species of native animals sharing their home with you: kangaroos, wombats, echidnas and many others. The home features three bedrooms, two

bathrooms and two living areas including a huge open plan lounge. Double glazed windows allow 360 degree views. Under ﬂoor heating as well as reverse cycle air conditioning will keep you comfortable. The modern Miele kitchen will bring out the creative chef in all of us, with plenty of cupboard room and loads of bench space. This is an exclusive home set on a very private allotment. Lose yourself in a world of your own, yet be able to enjoy the pristine beaches of Venus Bay.

At a glance Location: 800 Lees Rd,Venus Bay. Price: $895,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff,Venus Bay. Contact: 5663 7111.

Home sale myth THE Real Estate Institute of Victoria is looking at common myths about the buying and selling process in Victoria. The myth being considered here is that vendors have to set a reserve when selling their house by auction. It is a common perception that the vendor has to set a reserve before they sell their home because it is common practice – however, this is not the case. The vendor can establish the ‘reserve price’ at any stage during the sale process, but most wait until they have seen the level of interest through enquiries and open-house attendances. This is the case for two reasons: ﬁrst, the law does not require it; and second, unlike a private sale where the price on the advertisement is the price the vendor will sell at, through

an auction the vendor is discovering what the market is willing to pay. In the event that they set a reserve, there is no requirement for them to keep the same reserve until the day of the auction – the vendor can vary it at any time. Indeed, a reserve set on day one, two or 20 of the auction campaign provides no surety about the ﬁnal sale price. In a strong market, such as the one in Melbourne right now, the market often exceeds vendors’ expectations but in a soft market – for instance, in 2000 or 2008 – vendors frequently lowered their expectations to meet the market. Regardless of the reserve, unless otherwise instructed the auctioneer will not ‘knock the house down’ until they have sought and received the vendor’s approval.

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Teens on the job By Chantelle Mansell IT WAS work experience time for Year 10 students at Mary MacKillop College, Leongatha recently.

Creative mind: Jarryd Atkinson.

Men, get your shed money GRANTS of up to $50,000 are available from the Department of Planning and Community Development to assist in the establishment of Men’s Sheds that support men’s participation and volunteering in their community. Member for the Eastern Region, Peter Hall, is encouraging groups considering establishing or upgrading a men’s shed in their community to take advantage of this grant. “These sheds provide spaces for men to become involved in their communities in a meaningful and positive manner and help to reduce isolation, encouraging social interaction for men,” Mr

Hall said. “Since ﬁrst being established, these Men’s Sheds have been instrumental in assisting older men to realise their value to their communities and assisted them in maintaining their health and wellbeing. “I encourage interested groups to liaise with their local government or other relevant organisation to take advantage of this grant offer and submit an application.” Further information and application forms are available from the website www.grants.dpcd.vic.gov.au or by contacting Mr Hall’s ofﬁce at 181 Franklin Street, Traralgon or on 5174 7066.

Work experience is a chance for teenagers to go into the workplace and undertake a job they may pursue when they leave school and see if the job is what they really want to do. This helps them find out what they really like in the fields that they choose. Jarryd Atkinson got the chance to do his work experience at P & J Milkins building designers and loved every minute. He found that it really was what he wants to do when he finishes school and he likes his boss. A few of the things that he did were CAD work (computer aid design) and field work. With Jarred’s field work he got to do some measuring and surveying. During my work experience week I got the chance to do it at The Star. I loved everything and was glad that I got to try some new things that I hadn’t even stopped to consider that I could do with the

newspaper. Most of my week I was out and about with other journalists and got to see what being a reporter was all about. I visited the Leongatha Primary School twice and took some photos of what the kids were getting up to on their PJ day. I went to their school again and saw lots of old stuff that will move with them to their new location. I got to visit the new CFA building in Inverloch and saw the new primary school that is being built there too. I was taken out to see what happens when the ads get put into the newspaper. I saw how much running around it is to go and ask who wants to put something in the paper. I also got to see how much work goes into making the ads and how they set them up. I got to take some pictures at my school and went out to Ruby Road and saw what was happening up there. I did get a chance to go to somebody’s farm and see what an interview is like when we go into their space and ﬁnd out all about somebody’s past. I had the chance to stop and take some beautiful

Reporting ﬂair: Chantelle Mansell. pictures of some scenery on the way back from a farm we went and visited. So all up I would say I had a great full week and

Church Times ARIES - March 21 - April 20

Reluctant acquaintances go out of their way to accommodate you check for strings that could be attached. A mini windfall may strike by the end of the week. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

Avoid ﬁnancial or other potentially costly risks, for hunches are weak right now. This is a great week for decoration and creating something out of nothing. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

Your friendship circle is enlarged now. Your ﬁnancial status can be upgraded when you combine hard work with creativity. Out of town guests may drop by on the weekend. CANCER - June 22 - July 22

An optimistic outlook helps you over a domestic obstacle and on to more cheerful horizons. Meeting the increased demands of a superior is beneﬁcial in the long term. LEO - July 23 - August 22

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An enterprising Libran can make a lot out of a little this week. Your imagination is unusually active. Try not to resist change. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

Avoid weekend risk-taking as you tend to be accident prone. Legal negotiations swing in your favour. Romantic instincts are sharp follow your heart, not your sense of logic. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

The keywords now are simpliﬁcation and cutting back. Doing this will lead ultimately to expansion. Formerly impractical plans can be put to use. The weekend offers a chance to see new places. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

Cheerful news from out of town highlights a busy work week. You can help friends unearth hidden talents and enhance their self conﬁdence. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

New and younger acquaintances, foreign visitors and distant relatives ﬁnd their way into your world. Friends take you in their conﬁdence - but don’t let them tell all. PISCES - February 20 - March 20

You are given to excesses now, but don’t go overboard expressing emotions. Search for the right word and wait for the perfect moment. Sports and cultural events could introduce you to a new friend. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

A polished conversationalist, your verbal skills give you the edge over the competition - but while you are sensitive to the needs of others, you can be a little vague and a little secretive. The accent for the rest of this year is on ideas and intellectual relationships.

ANGLICAN: Wednesday, July 7: 9.30am Woorayl Lodge HC; 10.15am Koorooman House HC, 11am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC. Sunday, July 11: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Exploring Worship; 10.30am Union Church, Tarwin Lower HC. Tuesday, July 13: 7pm St Andrew’s, Dumbalk / St David’s, Meeniyan Fellowship. ST MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Mirboo North. Phone 5668 1346. Holy Communion 8.30am: Worship and Sunday School 10am. ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Korumburra: Sunday 9.30am and Wednesday 11.30am. Poowong: Second and fourth Sundays, 11am. ST GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Wonthaggi. Sunday, 10.30am: Holy Communion & Sunday School; Monday, 7.30pm: Holy Communion; Wednesday, 8.45am: Christian prayer & meditation, 10am: Holy Communion. CHURCH OF ASCENSION: Inverloch, Sunday, 9am: Holy Communion & Sunday School; Tuesday, 9am: Christian prayer & meditation; 10am: Holy Communion; Thursday 7.30pm: Holy Communion. 5th Sunday services, alternating at Wonthaggi & Inverloch, contact Rev Bruce Charles for details, 5672 3984. ASSEMBLIES OF GOD: Prom Coast Community Church Inc. - Foster Community House, Station Street, 10am: Sunday. Sunday School and Creche operates. Pastor Bill Watson 5686 2248. A.O.G. Inverloch - Cnr Bear and McIntosh Street, Inverloch. Sunday Service 10am; Imagine Christmas Day Service 9am. Contact: Jeff Robertson, 0418 125 832 or Imagine Burwood 9888 7466. Korumburra Southern Hills A.O.G. - 4 Mine Rd, 10am and 6pm: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Vic Butera 5655 2478. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219. Leongatha South Gippsland Liberty Fellowship - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday services: 11 am and 7pm. All enquiries contact Pastor David Stegmann 5662 2785. Office: 5662 3100. Wonthaggi A.O.G. - Billson Street, 10am: Sunday. Contact: Pastor Barry Smith 5672 3984. CHRISTIAN REVIVAL CRUSADE: 40 Hughes Street, Leongatha. Sunday, Morning Service 10.30 am: Inspirational Service, 6.30pm: Children’s Church 10.30am: Home cells weekly; Kids Club Wednesdays 4pm Guide Hall. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455. THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES

CREEK: Meeting every Sunday at Archies Creek. Morning Communion Service 11 am: Evening Holy Spirit Revival 6pm: Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5674 3867 or 5672 4660. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Leongatha Sabbath School - 11.30am. CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leongatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday. Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday. Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass. Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass. Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass. Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass. KORUMBURRA’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Strongly family oriented church meets at the Senior Citizens Centre, Mirboo North, Sundays: 4-5.10pm Communion, 5.15-6pm Bible Studies for Adults, Youth and Children. Friday evenings: Home Fellowships 7.30pm; Youth Activities. Enquiries: 5668 2226 Bob Stevens. SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Kid’s Club - Tuesday, 4 - 5pm; mainly music, Thursday 10am. All welcome. Please contact Captain Martyn and Heather Scrimshaw, ph. 5662 5122. SALVATION ARMY WONTHAGGI COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 149 McKenzie Street every Sunday at 11am for Family Worship. Kids' Club - every Tuesday at 4 pm, Women's Group - Wednesday at 1.30pm, and Playgroup - Friday 9.30am. Evening Ladies' Fellowship - First Monday each month and Youth Groups held monthly. All welcome. Please contact Lt. Robyn and Max Lean. Ph. 5672 1228. PRESBYTERIAN: Weekly Worship Service 10am Sunday, corner Bent and Turner Streets, Leongatha. Phone Rev. Dr D. Clarnette 0409 236 981 or elderCol Rump 5662-2107.

CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH: Reformed Church meeting at the corner of Peart and Brown Streets. Sunday family service at 10.30am. (10am daylight saving time), creche and Sunday School available. Teaching service at 7.30pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2762. Minister: Rev. Ron Nauta. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, July 11, 9am and 10.45am. “Life to the Max” 7pm. Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Pastors Gavin and Sue Sharp, 5655 1997. Arawata: 11.30am 1st & 3rd Sundays. Kongwak: 11.30am 4th Sunday. BAPTIST CHURCH KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366. BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi. Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www.wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769. MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall. COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm. SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 9853 6627. FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.

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Toora celebrates pump handover TOORA Fire Brigade now boasts a brand new $114,600 pump after the ofﬁcial handover last Wednesday.

One of only three in the region - the other two pumps are based at Pound Creek and Nilma North - the Toora CFA is thrilled to have this state of the art vehicle. Member for Eastern Victoria Matt Viney MLC, had the honour of handing over the keys of this impressive addition to the emergency vehicles at the Toora station to local captain David Scammell. In his opening address Mr Viney firstly thanked the traditional owners of the land and the local CFA for the fantastic job carried out by the volunteers. “Toora has a long and proud tradition of providing a vital service to the local community in keeping them safe from the threat of bushfire,” he said. “As we reflect an oll these years of proud service, we also look to the future of the Toora Fire Brigade, of

which this new pump will play a major part. “The pump is capable of pumping 1900 litres a minute and will improve the brigade’s bushfire response and play a major role in training the brigade’s 32 volunteer members.” Mr Viney said he was sure this pump would help Toora CFA’s volunteers as they protect local residents and provide valuable support to neighbouring brigades in Welshpool and Foster and beyond. “In times of emergency we tend to think of people on the frontline, fighting the fires or rescuing people from danger. What we do not see so often is the work done by a small army of volunteers behind the scenes, preparing their local communities for the threat of fires,” he said. “Toora CFA is a wonderful example of this, with volunteers holding fire safety education sessions in local schools and community meetings to ensure residents have the best possible bushfire plans. “The State Government is proud to support Victoria’s emergency

services and this year’s budget delivered a $136.6 million boost to Victoria’s emergency services and underlined the State Government’s commitment to bushfire preparation and response.” The big fill pump was funded through the State Government’s Community Safety Emergency Support Program, the Federal Government’s National Emergency Volunteer Support Fund, the Toora Fire Brigade and the local community. Mr Scammell said the pump will be widely used throughout the area, state-wide and Australia-wide, “wherever we are needed”. Mr Scammell said since taking delivery of the big fill pump in November 2009, the unit has already been put to good use for traffic control following road accidents, driver training, training exercises with the Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) and Parks Victoria, in communications and delivering Santa for visits around Toora last Christmas.

Young firefighters: Toora firefighters Brandon Scammell and James Macfadyen checked out the new big fill pump on Wednesday.

Top gear: Toora CFA captain David Scammell was delighted to receive the keys to the new big fill pump from Member for Eastern Victoria Matt Viney, MLC during the official handover of the big fill pump.

Thrilled: from left, local Toora firefighters Ray Argento, Greg Verity, Mick Benton, Graham Pattie, Brandon Scammell, James Macfadyen, Ken Roche and Toora CFA captain David Scammell celebrated the official handover of the big fill pump at the station last Wednesday.

Firefighters honoured

Thanks so much: deputy group officer Ray Argento, Gwen MacQueen, deputy group officer Alan MacQueen, deputy group officer Paula Crossley and group communications officer Jan Hamilton.

Firefighting honour: deputy group officer Neil Hamilton, group officer Neville Pulham, Mary Pulham, group secretary Pam Ryan, deputy group officer David Grylls and deputy group officer Paula Crossley.

FIREFIGHTERS were recognised for their service at the annual dinner of the South Gippsland Fire Brigades Group at Yanakie recently. Group officer Neville Pulham has decided to step down from his role at the end of July after 24 years, and a total of 55 years with the CFA. To acknowledge the service he has given both to the group, the Fish Creek Fire Brigade, CFA and the wider community, he was presented with a plaque and gift from the group management team. His wife Mary Pulham received flowers to acknowledge her support over the years. Deputy group officer Alan MacQueen also stepped down from his position with the group and also received a presentation, as did his wife Gwen, honouring their service to the group and Yanakie CFA. Deputy chief officer Geoffrey Conway spoke of the service both Mr Pulham and Mr MacQueen have given, especially their involvement in the peer support program and the many committees they had served on over the years. Mr Pulham also received a 55 years service award and Mr MacQueen a 30 years service award from acting operations manager, Ian Pattie. He spoke of the service given to the community by all CFA firefighters and the dangers inherent in performing their duties in attending fires and other incidents. Mr Pulham and Mr MacQueen will remain active members of their brigades.

Left: Eastern Victoria MLC Matt Viney, was thrilled to hand over the keys to the big ﬁll pump to Toora CFA captain David Scammell.

Mayor’s message Cr Peter Paul LAST week I attended the National General Assembly of Local Government in Canberra. For the past 16 years, the assembly has been the driving force in raising the profile of the local government agenda at a national level. The event brings together more than 700 mayors, councillors and CEOs from across Australia. Past assemblies have developed the case for programs like Roads to Recovery, which forms a vital part of council’s capital works program each year.This year we discussed major issues impacting local government across the board, like climate change, population growth and energy efficiency. Infrastructure renewal is an area many councils are having difficulties addressing primarily because of the costs involved. The conference set out to develop a national approach to these key areas and the results of the discussions were forwarded to the Federal Government. While in Canberra, councillors and officers have access to ministers and their advisors. CEO Allan Bawden and I met with our local members plus parliamentarians who have an immediate impact on how Bass Coast Shire Council moves forward. I met with the Office of Early Childhood and Child Care regarding the Children’s Hub in Cowes. I also spoke to Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure, regarding the development and funding of the Centennial Information Centre in Wonthaggi. In addition to addressing major issues within the themes of the conference, there was a clear and consistent message calling for further community infrastructure funding. The assembly clearly acknowledges the important partnership between all tiers of government and has proved to be an effective forum for raising common issues affecting local government areas across Australia. It also provided the opportunity to have dialogue with other councils experiencing similar issues. It is important that Bass Coast Shire Council is represented at this conference on an annual basis. Cr Peter Paul, Mayor Bass Coast Shire Council

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Mixed media appeals THE Meeniyan Art Gallery is currently showing “The Paper Talisman”, an exhibition by Jane Powe. The collection features exquisite watercolour, collage, and paper sculptures in glass domes, and was recently opened by local artist, Kim McDonald. The opening was a great success, with many artists, friends and family attending, and excellent sales were recorded. The exhibition continues until Thursday, July 22.

Social occasion: Ianni (John) Banikos with Kim McDonald and Jane Power at the exhibition opening. Different perspective: Jane Power toasts her pieces Paper chair and birds with Kim McDonald.

RACV discounts launched RACV has boosted its Show Your Card and Save program for members in the Wonthaggi and Leongatha region. The Show Your Card and Save program beneﬁts memberships throughout Victoria since 2004 from a number of partner businesses. The new partners in the Inverloch, Wonthaggi and Leongatha areas consist of prominent local businesses such as O’Donnell Optical and Carino’s Caffe & Wine Bar. The Inverloch regional program also has voucher offers from Inverloch Quality Meats, Jeminy Hair and Health and the

Tomo Modern Japanese Restaurant that will be available to guests staying at RACV’s Inverloch resort. Caillin Flint, general manager at the Inverloch Resort said the program provided added value for members staying at the resort, who are living in the local area or just visiting the region for the day. “Members staying at the resort receive the extra value of a discount voucher for their stay with us,” he said. “We are excited to further strengthen our relationship with local businesses and services while enriching our members’ experience of the South Gippsland area

Celebratory affair: enjoying the launch of the region’s Show Your Card and Save at the RACV Inverloch Resort are Graeme and Georgia Wilson from Windy Ridge Winery and Andrew and Lucinda Gromotka from Lucinda Estate.

From pages past Historical snippets from The Star One year ago, July 7, 2009 Dairy farmers will be paying to produce milk after a devastating opening price was announced last week. And farmers will have to wait at least six months for milk prices to improve from the lowest opening prices in at least 10 years. **** A new aged care facility for Foster is a certainty following the granting of $9 million by the Federal Government. The money guarantees the long term availability of aged care in Corner Inlet. Five years ago, July 5, 2005

Tarwin Lower Fire Brigade held a long service award presentation night on Firday, June 24, with firefighters and ladies auxilliary members receiving medals for their work with and dedication to the brigade. **** The move to set up a Bendigo Bank in Inverloch is gaining momentum, with members of the enthusiastic steering committee travelling to nearby towns to garner support. 10 years ago, July 4, 2000 The deal has been clinched. The latest films will be shown at

Leongatha’s Smith Street cinema complex before Christmas. The contracts for the sale of the land were sold on Friday. **** An era ended in Toora on Friday. The Bonlac dairy factory, the town’s largest employer, let go all but a handful of its 80 employees. 30 years ago, July 1, 1980 A young girl from Monash University was injured on Saturday afternoon while climbing on rocks near Cape Liptrap. She fell 20 feet, injuring her leg and then had to be brought 250 feet up the cliff face.

Queen tribute coming soon THE Australian Queen Tribute Show is the most exciting Queen act in the country, and the act will be in Wonthaggi this month. The Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club will host the band on Saturday, July 31 at 8.30pm. The act has been dazzling audiences with their incredible replication of the greatest live band in history. Superb vocal ranges, stage antics and amazing likenesses are impressive. Nothing but the best will do and that’s what Queen fans are promised.

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THE Year 10 agriculture class at Leongatha Secondary College spent an afternoon enjoying the fruits of their labour recently. The students have been developing an outdoor learning area with a focus on sustainable agriculture over the semester. They have further developed and maintained a chook house with 20 chickens.

They have built garden beds and successfully grown vegetables. They have also constructed a worm farm and compost bins to recycle unwanted plant material. Many of the students have also worked hard digging a wetland to increase biodiversity in the area. Earlier in the year, the student’s efforts were acknowledged by the shire at the South Gippsland Sustainability Festival. They submitted a poster with the

developments outlined, and won the Sustainable Schools category. On Wednesday the students harvested their gardens and collected broccoli, silverbeet, spring onion and carrot. Together with the eggs, they cooked up a storm of vegetable omelettes, scrambled eggs and frittatas. All students thoroughly enjoyed ﬁnishing off the semester by being able to eat what they had grown.

Year 10s: Rachel Franklin and Adam Ekin hold the poster that won the Sustainable Schools prize.

LSC agriculture: Max Rounds deep in the vegie patch picking beetroot.

Above: Valuable lessons: teacher Leith Cummins with horticulture students and chief omelette cookers.

Master chefs: Wayne McCaughan and Callum Park cook up a storm in the outdoor learning area at LSC.

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JOSEPH Luke Wilkinson was born on June 23, at Leongatha Memorial Hospital. He is the third child for Luke and Alex (Alexandra) Wilkinson of Inverloch, and a little brother for Finn, aged three-and-a-half, and Maeve, two.

MORGAN Edvard Broders was born on Monday, June 21 at Knox Private Hospital. Morgan is the ﬁrst child for Sarah and Maris of Heathmont and the eighth grandchild for Joy and Jim Morgan of Leongatha.

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OLIVIA Ann Jacobs was born at Leongatha Memorial Hospital on June 23, the ﬁrst child and a daughter for Philip and Susan Jacobs of Leongatha.

STEPHEN Alexander Spencer was born at Leongatha Memorial Hospital on June 21. He is the ﬁrst child for Alex and Brenda of Leongatha North.

KAYLEB Rhys Henderson was born at Leongatha Memorial Hospital on June 24. He is a son for Aaron Henderson and Amanda Bradley of Nyora and a baby brother for Jai, aged two years.

COOPAH Dylan Day is the ﬁrst son for Chloe Wilson and Brad Day of Korumburra. Coopah was born on June 22, at Leongatha Memorial Hospital.

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Farmers liable for dangerous cattle THE Department of Primary Industries (DPI) is advising producers that dangerous cattle and untagged bulls are not to be sent to Victorian saleyards. According to VLE Leongatha saleyards management, dangerous cattle are rarely a problem here. DPI animal health officer Matthew Bollen said it was an offence for a producer to dispatch, and for transporters to carry cattle that were not NLIS (National Livestock Identification System) identified unless the producer obtained prior permission in writing from DPI animal health staff. “DPI will typically no longer issue a permit to transport untagged bulls to a saleyard because of the occupational health and safety risks associated with the tagging of bulls,” Mr Bollen said. Permits issued by DPI staff in relation to untagged bulls will normally require that the animal be sent directly to an abattoir or knackery. “DPI staff will increase their enforcement of the permit requirements in coming weeks,” Mr Bollen said. “Producers need to have a clear understanding of their responsibilities in relation to cattle that cannot be safely tagged on farm and the permit requirements. “If untagged bulls that cannot be safely tagged arrive at a saleyard, they

will be sold for immediate slaughter and the producer will be investigated for the offence.” Victorian Livestock Exchange managing director Graham Osborne, said dangerous cattle had never really been a big issue at the company’s saleyards. “Every now and then something comes in that is a bit aggressive. The agents and carriers all warn each other so they are on the lookout for something, so it is never a major hurdle for us,” he said. Among the saleyards operated by the VLE are those at Koonwarra and Pakenham. Mr Osborne said any animal that is particularly dangerous should be shot. “But the problem is what’s dangerous to one person is not necessarily dangerous to another and vice versa, but there’s no point in putting people at risk to sell cattle,” he said. Animals that have attempted to hurt, or that have hurt people should be taken straight to the abattoir or shot on site. “Our staff are not allowed to handle bulls on their own at night. There is always someone with them, which is just a bit of common sense and a precaution,” Mr Osborne said. For further information please contact your livestock agent, DPI animal health ofﬁcer or the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186.

Calm cattle: all seemed peaceful at the store sale held at VLE Leongatha on Thursday.

Store sale: Ivor McLennan (Nerrena), Xavier Davis and his father Greg (both from Leongatha).

Cattle up for sale THE fortnightly store sale was held at VLE Leongatha on the South Gippsland Highway just outside Koonwarra last Thursday. The Star was there to capture some of the colour of the morning.

Market visit: Kathryn Thomas from Korrine with daughter Mikayla and mother Carolyn Hales last week.

VLE LEONGATHA KOONWARRA

Sale Draw July 7 1. Landmark 2. Phelan 3. Elders 4. Alex Scott 5. SEJ 6. Rodwells

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Herd averages $1550 ON Monday, June 28 at VLE Leongatha, Landmark conducted a dairy sale made up of a dispersal of a herd of 84 Friesian cows account W. and C. Miller of Glengarry, and 36 head of various vendors. The Miller herd averaged $1550, with a top price of $2300, and 38 cows made

$1600 or better. Of the outside vendors, Reiter and Willmont had heifers to $1600, B. and M. Moore’s cows sold to $1400, and G. and S. Wiggins’ crossbred heifers sold to $800. Buyers came from Bega, Poowong, Warragul, Sale, Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Mirboo and Lang Lang.

Cattle up for sale THE fortnightly store sale was held at VLE Leongatha on the South Gippsland Highway just

outside Koonwarra last Thursday. The Star was there to capture some of the colour of the morning.

Having a look: Shane Harris with son Nathan. They have a farm at Dumbalk.

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Yarding dwindles NUMBERS are on the decline, even if there was only another small fall in supply. The quality of the offering was very mixed with heifers sold in the young cattle section particularly, in much plainer condition. Poor demand saw these, and most other cattle sell at cheaper rates with a general fall being 3c to 8c/kg. The competition was unchanged, and at times there was solid competition for some cattle, while others sold to limited competition. There were 60 vealers and 170 yearlings penned, and most of the yearlings were plainer condition heifers. Demand was quite good for the vealers, which made from 164c to 200c/kg. A small selection of yearlings steers was sold with some of good quality making between 173c and 189c, which was 4c/kg cheaper. Restocker competition created some of the price trends for heifers, with a good number purchased to return to the paddock, or be grain fattened from 120c to 171c/kg. Trade purchases were between 153c and 179c/kg. A mixture of heavy yearling steers, prime bullocks and manufacturing bullocks made up the smaller penning of 400 steers. The quality was very mixed as well, and all sold to weaker demand. Prime C3 and C4 bullocks made between 168c and 186c, and the heavy yearlings made to 189c/kg.

While one pen of very heavy Friesian bullocks sold very well making 162c, most cross breds were cheaper, making from 152c to 167c/kg. Cow prices were all lower, although some lean younger cows selling to restockers sold well on the day. The penning of 620 head included a large

range of quality and weights, which saw prices vary greatly. The better quality beef cows made from 140c to 162c, averaging 145c/kg. Larger frame dairy cows of better quality ranged between 128c and 148c with most of the very lean, and light weight cows from 75c to 130c/kg.

Wednesday, June 30 BULLOCKS 1 R.J. & B.J. Thornton, Koorooman 21 O’Loughlin Bros. Buffalo 12 Cloverlea Park, Glen Forbes 10 C.R. & S.E. Howard, Leongatha North 7 L. Wicks, Yinnar 9 G. & L. Tumino, Leongatha South STEERS 2 K. & K. Cain, Mirboo 10 P.A. & M.A. Dwyer, Leongatha 1 O’Loughlin Bros. Meeniyan 1 Ian and Joanne Tree, Mirboo 12 Egan Cattle Co. Leongatha 1 L. Wicks, Yinnar COWS 1 D. Hargraves, Dumbalk 1 M. & G. Buckingham, Jeetho West 2 S.D. & K.D. Martin, Jumbunna East 3 J.V. & K.P. McDonald, Tarwin 1 M.J. & L.E. McCartin, Mirboo North 2 Tim Bright, Buffalo HEIFERS 2 K. & K. Cain, Mirboo 1 Ian and Joanne Tree, Mirboo 1 C. & J. Carter, Tarwin 8 D.I. Jelbart, Tarwin Lower 1 M. & R. Bradbury, Boolarra 1 P.A. Petersen, Fish Creek BULLS 1 P. & G. Johnston, Leongatha South 1 Rigano Bros. Warragul 1 G.G. & L.J. Kelly, Jeetho West 1 S.D. & K.D. Martin, Jumbunna East 1 R. Olsen, Poowong East 1 M.J. & L.E. McCartin, Mirboo North

635kg 636kg 608kg 640kg 610kg 659kg

186.6 186.0 186.0 185.0 184.0 184.0

$1184 $1182 $1130 $1184 $1122 $1212

335kg 550kg 545kg 325kg 564kg 535kg

200.0 $670 188.6 $1037 186.0 $1013 185.0 $601 184.8 $1042 184.0 $984

810kg 665kg 648kg 653kg 675kg 715kg

161.6 152.0 150.0 149.2 148.6 148.0

$1308 $1010 $971 $974 $1003 $1058

310kg 340kg 370kg 391kg 360kg 395kg

185.0 185.0 183.6 176.0 175.0 146.6

$573 $629 $679 $687 $630 $579

865kg 855kg 810kg 810kg 585kg 575kg

172.0 170.0 169.2 168.0 168.0 165.0

$1487 $1453 $1370 $1360 $982 $948

Simon Henderson: was ﬁrst-up auctioning on Thursday at VLE Leongatha.

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Giving calves best start By Marli Draper CALF rearing is seriously underway across the district, with many dairy farmers busy meeting the demands of substantial numbers of calves.

Helpful advice: Joel from Leongatha Rural Supplies with Veanavite.

Demand for calves from several markets including herd replacement, export and steer production has seen a focus on quality, maximising the value of their production for the farm. The fundamentals of calf rearing have not changed, but the focus on raising a valuable, well grown calf is warranted. Starting with sire selection, the quality of the animals is augmented by a good growing regime.

Winning formulas: Dom and Gordon from Riverbank Stockfeeds with their calf rearing range.

Most farmers shed their calves and many now pen individually so hygiene standards can be high. Draught free conditions are critical as this is a major form of stress which may contribute to setbacks. Colostrum is ideally provided to the calf in the immediate post birth period. This strengthens the calf and sets its immunity responses up. There are some products on the market, including what could be broadly termed probiotics, that attempt to mimic the effects of colostrum and may assist immunity. But colostrum is undoubtedly the most cost effective way to ‘life insure’ a newborn calf. Milk or its replacement is most often fed initially and barley straw or lucerne, some form of scratchy material, is offered ad lib to encourage the rumen to develop. Many growers use rice hulls as a bedding material as it proves easy to manage to maintain hygiene. While weaning from milk dependence, fresh pasture or prepared feeds are offered and the ability of the rumen to help the calf convert nutrients is critical to its growth curve. Focusing on rumen development, the calf rearer can avoid weight loss at weaning by ensuring the rumen is established. Growth checks are minimised by offering adequate feed rations with sufﬁcient quality protein components. Some innovations are available nowadays including calf igloos for portable weather protection and milk taxis which help automise the mixing and distribution of milk rations. Talk to

Eye cancer in spotlight EYE cancer in cattle is in the spotlight once again, with the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) urging all farmers to be vigilant when assessing cattle for sale. Owners can face cruelty charges under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act if they allow eye cancers to grow too large. The public’s perception of the quality of meat that enters the human food chain can also be affected.

In all cases, early detection, treatment and prompt disposal of affected animals is necessary. In Victoria, it is illegal to sell cattle with a malignant tumour of the eye larger than two centimetres through saleyards. The recommended method of disposal of these cattle is direct to an abattoir. However, cattle with cancerous growths up to the size of a ﬁve cent coin that are not bleeding or discharging may be sent to a saleyard for slaughter only.

Cattle with eye cancers between the size of a ﬁve cent coin and a 20 cent coin (three cm), that are not bleeding or discharging, may go direct to an abattoir. Farmers should be aware they run the risk of carcase rejection and non-payment if the tumours have spread throughout the animal. Animals should be treated or destroyed humanely on-farm if: • the cancer is larger than three cm; • the cancer involves the whole

eye; • there is significant swelling around the eye; or • the cancer is flyblown or weeping. These larger cancers must not go in or near a saleyard or abattoir as they may attract charges of animal cruelty. The DPI has a colour eye cancer pocket guide available including a ruler for measuring cancers. For more information, contact your local DPI animal health officer or your veterinarian.

Leongatha Subway burgled THE Subway restaurant in Leongatha was one of three Subway stores burgled in Gippsland yesterday (Monday). On each occasion, two men armed with a sledge hammer smashed their way into the premises and stole money. The ﬁrst break-in occurred at about 1.45am in Trafalgar, the second at about 2.55am in

Traralgon and the third at about 4.30am in Leongatha. The men are described as wearing dark clothing and wearing balaclavas. Detectives from the Latrobe, Baw Baw and Bass Coast crime investigation units are working collaboratively to investigate the offences. Detective Acting Sergeant Wayne Redmond from the Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit be-

lieves the incidents were well planned. “It appears the raids have the hallmarks of being organised and show evidence of planning,” he said. Any person who was in the vicinity of the Leongatha, Trafalgar or Traralgon stores last night and saw a suspicious car or person is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au

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with your calf rearing endeavours this season.

Sheep abscess alert ABUNDANT autumn and winter feed and wet soil conditions have seen foot abscess occurring in a number of winter lambing flocks. Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Sheep Disease Surveillance project leader Robert Suter said conditions were only likely to worsen for later lambing flocks towards spring. “Foot abscess typically occurs in the heaviest sheep in the flock, which are often well conditioned, twin bearing ewes towards the end of their pregnancy,” he said. The foot of a sheep with foot abscess will appear hot, swollen and painful. “It can occur as heel abscess which usually affects the hind feet, or toe abscess in the front feet. Affected ewes are unable to graze as they would like, have difficulty mothering and rearing their lambs, and are prone to pregnancy toxaemia,” Mr Suter said. In some cases lambs are dying because their dams have foot abscess. Early treatment of affected ewes with long-acting, broad-spectrum antibiotics can often help individual affected sheep. Veterinary attention must be sought for supplies of these drugs, and your vet may suggest additional treatments. A range of things can be done to reduce the risk of foot abscess: • manage the nutrition of twin bearing ewes to stay at body condition score 3.4 in their last month of pregnancy. These ewes will have to have been identified at pregnancy scanning and fed appropriately; • graze these sheep in the driest paddocks on the farm, providing there is sufficient feed for them; • provide them with cereal hay or roughage to assist them properly digest the lush pasture; • using foot bathing can help to dry feet out, if it is feasible, or if it can be done as they are moved to a drier paddock; • avoid yarding them on muddy laneways and yards – temporary yards in paddocks may help; • shearing at-risk mobs at least six weeks before lambing can reduce their overall bodyweight by around 10kg – the weight of a rain-soaked sheep’s fleece; • avoid grazing them on paddocks with tough, spiky plant residues or abrasive stones that can damage the softened tissues of these heavy sheep’s feet; and • trim and manage overgrown feet, which can predispose to toe abscess, particularly in the front feet. For further advice please contact your local veterinarian or DPI veterinary or animal health officer.

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The community is advised that the Library Corporation has developed a draft Library Plan setting out the Board’s objectives for the development of the library service over the next four year period. Public submissions are invited closing 10am Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Copies of the draft are available from the Corporation’s website www.wgrlc.vic.gov.au or from the Regional Support Centre, 65 Victoria Street, Warragul (MonFriday 9-5pm). The Board has scheduled a public meeting on Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 10am at the South Gippsland Shire Offices, Leongatha to discuss submissions received. John Murrell Chief Executive Officer

WATERCOLOUR CLASSES LEARN HOW TO PAINT Watercolours with FLORENCE STONE COMMENCING July 14 For 8 weeks Wednesdays & Thursdays 9.30am - 12pm Wednesday Night 6.30pm - 9pm Thursday afternoon for Secondary Students 4pm - 5.30pm At Leongatha Guide Hall Phone 0447 306 090

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Environmental Officers Traralgon Full Time - Ongoing West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority is looking to employee two Environmental Officers to join our team, one in Soils and Nutrients and the other in Irrigation Design Guidelines. The Environmental Officer Soils and Nutrients will coordinate the implementation elements of the Gippsland Lakes Enhancement Program with a view to optimise opportunities to protect and enhance the ecological character and resilience of the Gippsland Lakes. This position will assist in the strategic planning and implementation of WGCMA activities relevant to soil health and nutrient reduction. The Environmental Officer Irrigation Design Guidelines is responsible for implementing projects associated with the West Gippsland Salinity Management Plan 2005 and the Macalister Land and Water Management Plan 2007. The position is also responsible for meeting state wide objectives identified within the Victorian Government’s Our Water Our Future and the Environment Sustainability Action Statement.

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Applications addressing the Key Selection Criteria should be marked; “Environmental Officer” c/ HR/Payroll Officer and must be received by 4pm on Friday 16th July. Email applications may be sent to kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au. Chief Executive Officer

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Rural Merchandise business in Leongatha. The successful applicant must be self motivated. To meet the requirements of the position you need: • Proven retail sales experience preferably in a rural merchandise environment would be an advantage • Customer service skills • Ability to work in a team • Knowledge of dairy, animal health and general merchandise products • Reliable, organised and punctual • Communication and computer skills • A current driver’s licence is essential and possession of agsafe accreditation and a forklift licence is advantageous but not essential. Apply in writing in confidence to: Cameron Kindellan Murray Goulburn Trading P/L 1 Cusack Road Leongatha Vic 3953 Applications close: July 9

Part time (3 days a week), Contract to December 2011 An employment opportunity exists at our Leongatha campus in administration/customer service. Working in a busy and diverse environment you will have demonstrable high level administrative and front line customer service skills. The successful applicant will have strong IT skills with the capacity to learn new software programs easily. Strong organisational, communication and people skills are also essential for this role, along with the ability to be flexible.

The remuneration range being offered for both positions is at WGCMA Level 4 classification ($63,802 - $92,460), which includes 9% superannuation and a full private use vehicle option. A laptop and mobile phone are offered in addition to your remuneration, along with an encouraging work environment that actively supports personal and professional development.

Geoff Hocking

RURAL MERCHANDISE SALES PERSON

• For further job details and a Position Description please visit our website www.gippstafe.edu.au • Applicants must apply online via our website (Job Reference No: 4710) • No late or hard copy applications will be accepted. • For further enquiries or assistance, please contact Human Resources on 5120 4570. CLOSING DATE FOR THE ABOVE POSITION IS NO LATER THAN 9.00AM ON WEDNESDAY 14 JULY, 2010 ZO050761

Licensed Estate Agent or Agents Representative Landmark is a leading Australian agribusiness with a national network of over 400 branches. Throughout South Gippsland Landmark has brand prominence and a long history of successful real estate sales. We are actively looking to recruit experienced estate agents or agents representatives to work within the Landmark network. The successful applicants will work from either Leongatha or Foster branches and will have available the full resources of our existing networks. These positions allow the opportunity to blend together both a career and great country lifestyle. If you have passion, integrity and a burning desire to succeed in real estate sales we need to speak further. Please call Branch Managers, Barry Svenson - 0428 339 080 or Chris Geisler - 0400 157 850 for an initial conﬁdential discussion or further information. Applications should be mailed to: Branch Manager, Barry Svenson, 86 Yarragon Road, Leongatha 3953 or email barry.svenson@landmark.com.au and should be received no later than COB Tuesday, July 13.

UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited community service agency. Staff and volunteers provide a range of community services in Gippsland for children, young people, families and individuals. The agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged. UnitingCare Gippsland has the following vacancy:

Re-Advertised Youth Development Worker Full time Based in Leongatha office with regular outreach to Bass Coast Previous applicants need not apply For further information on the above position please contact Barbara Livingstone on 5662 5150 Application forms and position descriptions are available at www.ucgipps.org.au Or call Kirstie on 5152 9600 to have copies emailed/sent to you. Applications close 5pm Friday, July 23, 2010 and are to be sent to: Kirstie Pearce HR Co-ordinator UnitingCare Gippsland PO Box 454 Bairnsdale Vic 3875 UnitingCare Gippsland offers a family friendly workplace. UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and wellbeing of children and young people

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2 BDRM brick unit close to CBD $200pw; 3 bdrm family home, 2 bathrooms, close to schools $360 pw; 3 bdrm brick home close to schools $270 pw; 3 bdrm weatherboard home short distance to shops $240pw; 3 bdrm home approx 20 mins from Leongatha $210 pw; 3 bdrm home in Koonwarra $190 pw. References essential. Strictly no pets. Contact Carly Roughead at Alex Scott & Staff Real Estate on 5662-0922. 3 BR HOUSE, r/c air cond, walk to street. Meeniyan. $230 pw. 3 BR house, close to schools, walk to shops. Leongatha. $190 pw. 3 BR farm house, Dumbalk. 2 BR farm house, Nerrena. Contact SEJ 5662-4033. LEONGATHA - 3 brick home, short to shops, available Contact 5662-3554 6pm.

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VENUS BAY - house, short stroll to beach and shops, sleeps 7. Permanent rental also available. Contact: 0408-320001.

free

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

CHAINSAWS AND STATIONARY ENGINES ETC. Repairs and services

Phone JOHN GOULD 5664 0012

for sale

VACUUM CLEANER Repairs DUST BAGS

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WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE 167 Graham Street, Wonthaggi (opp. Ritchies IGA)

5672 3127

business opportunities

FOR SALE Ideal family business in fast growing country town

CAFĂ&#x2030;, TAKE AWAY AND FISH & CHIPS SHOP Newly renovated and easy to keep clean, with very modern equipment and a leased new push button coffee machine and grinder, and seating for 20. All work areas are stainless steel. Large walk-in coolroom which also acts as drinks fridge. Modern well set out storeroom with 2 large chest freezers and plenty of shelving. Business is up and running and showing good figures. Property also has newly renovated 3 bedroom residence at rear, with both shop and residence having reverse cycle air conditioning and large Coonara heater in residence. This business is very reasonably priced as it is only for sale due to unforeseen commitments in Queensland and must be sold. Contact 5668 2400 or 0431 595 491 for details

business opportunities

VENDING OPPORTUNITY 6 vending machines, 5 sited in South Gippsland, 1 unsited, 4 hours work per week. Excellent returns. Phone John 0400-723262.

for lease FOR LEASE approx. 220 acres, good pasture, water and fencing, prefer dairy cattle. Enquiries phone 5663-5286, 0438-635286.

CAMPER TRAILER - Cub Drifter, full annex, GC, $4,000. Ph: 5672-1886. CARDS, Bibles, CDs available New Beginnings Christian Books & Giftware, 38 Bair Street, Leongatha, 5662-0999. CLEARANCE - computer $150, lawnmower $100, armchairs $80 ea, 100W speakers $40 ea, cane chairs $40 ea, colour TV $30, fax machine $20. 5662-2605. FIREWOOD Local messmate, split and delivered, $70/metre. Phone Jim Morgan on 5662-4329. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175 FORD ute canopy with roof rack, EC, $1,200. 56552255. HAY - 5x4 netwrapped rounds from $50 delivered. Ph: 0428-177433. HAY: 5x4 from $38.50 inc. SMALL SQUARES: From $7.70 inc. SILAGE: Knifed, inoc, clover and rye, excellent quality, $66 inc. Delivery available. Contact 0417532262. HAY - small squares, in shed $6. Ph: 5655-2551, 0408-980711.

HAY - small square bales, VG quality, $7 per bale. Ph: 5662-2074. HAY - small square bales, $6 each. Fully shedded, suitable for horses, never been wet. Quality guaranteed. Mardan 5664-1320, 0428-999691 HAY - new season oaten, small squares and 5x4 rounds. Top quality. Ph: 0438-056987. HOUSE for removal, Mirboo North area. Phone Sheryl 0438-568894. MOBILITY SCOOTER hi back captainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seat, 4 wheel suspension, 2 yr warranty for scooter and batteries, inc. rear basket or stick holder and delivery. Only $2,350. Ph: 0403304015. NSW red gum, split and delivered. 0412-486353 or 5664-9208. OATEN HAY, 100 bales, 4x5 $55, GST inc. Ph: 5184-1310 a/h. POTATOES for stock feed. Enquiries: 5668-1521. REDGUM firewood, split. Delivery to all areas. 0409218775. RIDE-ON MOWER $1,000, mud bucket $300, cattle crate $500, 12V halogen downlights; new jewellery, beads, essential oils and more. Ph: 5659-6127, 0458-596126. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662. TIMBER - kiln dried blackwood, clear pine, silver wattle. Most sizes for furniture and craft. Also builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s graded structural pine. Phone 5681-2261. TRAILER for sale, $200 ONO. Ph: 5664-0181.

used vehicles

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

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593 BMW coupe, 98 auto, all BMW extras, leather and sunroof and more. Lovely ladyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car, $11,000, Reg. CWC108, RWC, LMCT 4104. Ph: 5664-0037 or 0408-314057. GREAT BUY Ford Maverick 1988, 179,602km, reg. February 2011, ORT851, 5 speed manual, serviced regularly, good tyres, $5,000 ONO. Ph: 5668-6348. HYUNDAI XL 2000, manual, 196,000km, a/c, p/s, CD player, $4,200 ONO. QJZ142. Ph: 0407856358.

in memoriam

CAMERON (Dowel) Congratulations Melissa and Scott on the arrival of Noah William, 29.6.10, 10lb 1oz, big little brother for Jemason. Lots of love Nanny and Pa.

NISSAN Navara D22, 2008, tinted windows, bullbar, steel tray, VGO, RWC, 116,000km, Reg. WFU303, $17,500 + GST. Contact SEJ Mobile 0417600222.

JACOBS (Simpson) - Bob and Gloria, together with Ron and Deb, would like to congratulate Phil and Susan on the arrival of Olivia Ann on 23.6.10.

TILT TRAY HIRE, competitive rates. Ph: 0419-313483. TOYOTA Landcruiser (tray), 1993 model, 190,000km. Just serviced, good cond. DJP084, $15,000 ONO. 0408-176063.

wanted to buy FURNITURE: Parker, Noblett, Tessa, Chiswell, Moran, or any quality brand name used furniture. Phone Wendy on 0409-234482.

McNAMARA (Haynes) Travis, Rebecca and Claire are pleased to announce the birth of another beautiful girl, Chelsea Eva, born 30.6.2010 weighing 8lb 7oz. Special thanks to Dr Linton and all midwifery staff at GSHS.

engagements BROWNE - BURGE Gail and Robert, together with Jan and Greg, are delighted to announce the engagement of Caitlin and Damian on 28.6.10. Our love and best wishes to you both.

meetings M.A.C.S. All members are invited to attend our

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING On Thursday, July 15 at 12.30pm in the supper room of the Meeniyan Hall where all current interim positions will be vacated and a new committee will be elected. Tea and coffee will be available

LEONGATHA SENIOR CITIZENS The Annual General Meeting will be held at DAKERS CENTRE

July 23 at 1pm Geoff Harrison Hon. Sec.

VIOLIN - Karl Steinhoff 3/4 violin, like new, barely used, red, includes carry case, $200. Ph: 0407-856358. YAMAHA ATV â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rhinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 660cc, 4 wheel diff lock, tip tray, roll cage/roof, 4 yrs old, restricted rego, $6,500 ONO. Phone Jimmy 56841339 (9.30am - 3pm).

births

MERCEDES BENZ ML 430, 4x4 s/w, all MB extras, service books, leather trim. Top condition, $24,000, Reg. IOF237, RWC, LMCT 4104. Ph: 5664-0037, 0408-314057.

South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau Annual General Meeting will be held

Tuesday, August 24, 2010 12 noon At Leongatha RSL RSVP for catering 5662 2111

NERRENA CRICKET CLUB (A0022600X Inc.)

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday, July 12 LEONGATHA RSL 7.30pm All welcome SOUTH Gippsland Walking and Adventure Club Inc. Annual General Meeting at Paradise Pizza Leongatha, Thursday, July 22. Tea 6.30pm, AGM 8pm.

thanks Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;IL RASCALS, we wish to thank you for the care and support given to Mackenzie on Wednesday, June 30. Helena, Andrew and Kenzie Rose.

marriage celebrant

Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

MERLENE STRATTON Leongatha 5662 2574

birthday remembrance HERRALD - Ally. 8.7.90 Happy 20th birthday Baby, miss you heaps. Love always. Mum and Ash xxx. WALDER Jasper Thomas. Born sleeping July 8, 2009. Adored precious son of Lizzy and Charlie. Loved little brother of Mitch, Liv, Abbie and Molly. Although our arms are empty Our hearts know what to do Every beating of our hearts say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We will always love youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. We want to be celebrating your 1st birthday, not mourning your 1st anniversary. Happy birthday our darling angel. We will keep finding you in rainbows and dragonflies. We love you Jasper. Love always Mummy, Daddy, Mitch, Liv, Abbie and Molly xxxxxxx. WALDER Jasper Thomas. Happy 1st Birthday. We miss you every day. Love Uncle Ben, Aunty Jackie, Jack, Nellie and Mia.

bereavement thanks A HEARTFELT thank you to all of the wonderful people who have helped my Mum, Dad, brother and sisters over the past 12 months. A special thanks to Dr Timm Linton for your ongoing care of my mum. A thank you also to my Nanny, Poppies, Mama and my beautiful aunties, uncles, cousins and their friends for taking special care of my family. To the wonderful new friends my mummy has made through a special â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mums Groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; thanks to each of you, know all of us angels are together. With love and appreciation, Jasper Thomas Walder xxx.

FARRER - Jack. 07.07.2009 Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been 12 long months since we said our goodbyes, but you have been in my heart and thoughts every single day. All my love my darling Jack. Yours forever, Lily. They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time or reason Will change the way I feel. For no-one knows the heartache That lies beyond my smile, No-one knows how many times I have broken down and cried. I want to tell you something So there wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be any doubt You are so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without. I miss you every day. Love Lily.

FARRAR - Jack. 7.7.2009 Dad I miss you so much it hurts at times. Things are starting to get better, but life will never be the same without your smiling face. I am taking care of Mum like I promised you I would, she is getting stronger each day but misses you so much. Rest in peace my dear beloved Dad.

Your ever loving daughter Jacqui.

FARRER - Jack. 07.07.2009 A year has passed and the pain and the grief have not faded. But memories of a wonderful loving father and grandpa live on forever in our hearts.

Your loving daughter, sonin-law and grandchildren, Irene, Matt, Jessica and Ashley.

GRIMLEY - Fynn Harrison. My precious grandson, silently born July 1, 2008. May the winds of love blow softly, and whisper for you to hear. That I will always love you, and forever hold you near. Nanna Uiterwijk.

TOOTELL - Heath. One year ago my entire world was crushed when you left. You know that I am thinking of you every hour of every day. I miss you so much and your cheeky grin. I love you forever. Nikki

TOOTELL - Heath. 19.4.87 - July 4, 2009. To your resting place we wander, Place flowers with loving care, But no-one knows the heartache, As we turn and leave you there. Our hearts are broken. Missing you heaps. Love always, Mum, Jock, Tyson. Taken from us too soon.

deaths

DOUGLAS - Ray O.A.M. Life member and former secretary of the South Gippsland Bowling Association (13 years). Good bowling Ray. Deepest sympathy to the family. President and members of the S.G.B.A.

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deaths

DUNSTAN - Keith George. Beloved uncle of Alec and Lyn Harris and family. Greatly missed. So Mote It Be.

DUNSTAN - Keith George. The members of the following Masonic Lodges and Orders mourn the passing to the Grand Lodge above of R. Wor. Bro. Keith George Dunstan PJGW, on July 2, 2010. Former Korumburra Lodge, Outtrim Lodge, Coal Creek Lodge, South Gippsland Mark Lodge, South Gippsland Ark Marriner Lodge, Leongatha R.A. Chapter, Warragul Sovereign Chapter Rose, Croix, St Andrew 29 and Gippsland 68 S.C. 30°, and South Gippsland R.S.M. No. 20. A Freemason for 58 years. FOOTT - David Leslie. The staff, students, School Council, the Parents and Friends Association and the entire school community of Korumburra Primary School would like to offer their deepest sympathy to David’s partner Jan, and to his children, grandchildren and other family members during this difficult time, as they deal with David’s sudden passing. David was an esteemed colleague, a great friend, a School Councillor and a dedicated teacher, fulfilling a life-long desire to teach in a primary school during his second career. David’s caring, enthusiastic, professional and positive approach will be missed by us all. HARVEY - James. Passed away peacefully at Grandridge Lodge, Mirboo North on July 2, 2010. Aged 88 years. Late of Allambee South. At rest. McRAE - Gordon Victor (Vic). March 9, 1950 - July 1, 2010. Passed away suddenly at home “Heron Hill”. Dearly loved husband of Barb. Much loved father of Katherine, Susannah and Coe. Devoted “Vic” to grandchildren Mikayla and Ostin. Vic, my darling husband and best friend for 36 years. My heart is breaking but I will treasure forever the precious memories of our life together, especially of you with our beautiful little family of whom we are so immensely proud. Love you forever. Barb.

To my dad, you were always the first person I called when I was unsure of something. You would always know what to do next. I still have so many things I need your help with, on plans we didn’t get to finish. I know that you will continue to steer me in the right direction. I promise to look after mum and keep making you proud. I love you Dad. Katherine (K.E.) x Dad, you have always been there when we needed you. You have been the best father and grandfather we could have asked for. We love you so much Dad and we will miss you forever and always. Love you heaps, you’re the best. Love - Suze, Coe, Mikayla and Ozzy. Second son of the late Gordon and Valyantina McRae. Brother and brother-in-law of Colin, Kira and John. Uncle of Tracey and Ben, and Darren.

McRAE - G.V. (Vic). The members of Pound Creek Rural Fire Brigade wish to pass on their love and thoughts to Barb and family at the loss of one of our mates. NICHOLSON - Merle. Dear sister of Rex (dec.), sister-in-law of Lorraine and fond aunt of their family. NICHOLSON (nee Trease) - Ruby Merle (Merle). 19.01.1927 - 29.06.2010 Dearly loved wife of Rod (dec.). Loved Mum and best friend of Sue and Ron, Nola and Allan, Joy and Graham, Kerri and Stephen, Trevor (Jack) and Chez, Wendy and Graham. Adored Nanna Nick of her 16 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. “If Mums were flowers, we’d pick you”. Much loved mum to Sue and Ron Symmons, and caring Nana Nick to Damien and Kate, Matthew and Kylie, and great nan to Lola and April. A mother who gave so much will be sadly missed. Finally at rest. Treasured mum and nan of Nola, Allan and Rhett. Our mother, our nan, the light, the love, the life she led, the love we lived with, the knitting and football, flowers and slices, she was for all of us, and we are all for her. We all have part of her in us. Loved mum of Joy and Graham. Loved nan and great Nana Nicky of Lisa and Paul, Hanna and Madison; Michael and Kelly, Mitchell, Aleesha and William. I thank you mum for all you’ve done, special birthday sponges, marble cakes and being there for all us. Love you xxx Mum and dad together again.

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deaths

Loved nan and Nanny Nicky of Lisa, Paul, Hanna and Madison. Dear nan, may the curried sausages never be so hot again! The roast potatoes and your fabulous baking rest with you. 55 Roughead Street will never be the same again. You may now rest in peace with pop. Lisa xo Loved nan and great Nan Nicky of Michael, Kelly, Mitchell, Aleesha and William. Thanks nan for the yummy slices and cakes, your cake tins were always full for us all. Michael x Loved mother of Kerri and Stephen. Adored Nana Nick of Rebecca and Ray, Blake, Jai, Brock, and Lara; Tamara and Anthony, Jordan, Zali and Ada; Danielle and Stu, Isabella, Ruby and Lenny; Sarah and Alby, Max, Finn, and Claudia; Emma and Craig, Stella, Audrey and Willow; Clinton and Bree. To know you was to love you. Mum you were simply the best. Our Nana Nick, thank you nan for all the special memories you have left us. Our Christmas nights, your lollie scrambles, your beautiful cooking, your passion for sport, your gentle, kind and caring nature are all going to be kept close to our hearts. We love you and will miss you heaps. Rebecca, Tamara, Danielle, Sarah, Emma, Clinton, and families. xo Much loved mum of Trevor (Jack) and Chez. Treasured Nana Nic of Paul, Jock and Shae. Mum and dad together again. Your life was filled with loving deeds, forever thoughtful of our loving needs. Today and tomorrow, my whole life through, I will always love and cherish you. Adored and loving mother and best friend to Wendy. “You will always be my hero”. Merle, thanks to you and Rod I am the luckiest man in the world. Wendy has all your loving traits. Your love and support at home or at sport was something special. The echo in the grandstand will never be forgotten and our cups of tea were the best. Forever in my heart. Graham. Nana, you fought so hard to stay with us, but your angel has come to take you. So with heavy hearts and tears in our eyes, we have to say goodbye. Much loved Nana Nick to Kate, Sam and Lachlan. NICHOLSON Loved sister of Ron. Loved Aunty Merle of Ann, Robert, Julie, Les and families.

NICHOLSON - Merle. With deepest sympathy to the family of Merle. A life member and supporter of the Leongatha Football Club. President, committee and supporters of Leongatha Football Netball Club.

funerals HARVEY - The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation for the late Mr James Harvey will be held at Gippsland Memorial Park, Cemetery Road, Traralgon on Friday, July 9 commencing at 11am. All ex-service personnel are respectfully invited to attend.

McRAE - A Funeral Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mr Gordon Victor (Vic) McRae will be offered at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Scarborough Street, Inverloch on Wednesday, July 7 at 10.30am. Private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Day Oncology Cabrini Hospital, 183 Wattletree Road, Malvern 3144. Envelopes will be available at the church.

Feel good time IT’S always a good feeling to finish the end of the financial year with the budget, long term financial plan and Council Plan all adopted by council, and ready for early implementation. With over $15 million earmarked for capital works, it is going to be a busy year and 29.6 per cent of that is set aside for road works. Projects are spread across the shire with benefits to most communities, and with the further development of integrated community plans, residents will have a bigger role in deciding the priority expenditure in their community in the future, and are looking forward to participating. After a challenging year last year with the collapse of dairy prices, SESI, the economic downturn and its impact on superannuation, it‘s wonderful to see South Gippsland’s resilience, and how it has bounced back from adversity, supported by one of the best seasons farmers could wish for. Let’s hope the upward trend continues. It’s also that time of the year when our service clubs are having their annual handover meetings and electing new committees. These clubs make an enormous con-

tribution in many practical ways, but they also are able to provide strategic advice on special projects they see as valuable to their towns. They not only come up with new initiatives but also provide outstanding support to major projects, such as the fundraising for SPLASH a few years ago. Rotary, Lions and Apex come to mind and there are also many others that attract a membership rich in experience and diverse vocational skills. While council may ultimately shoulder the ﬁnal responsibility in many projects, I believe great outcomes are achievable by workshopping new ideas and visions for the region in partnership with members of these groups. Bass Coast has a community foundation that harnesses these resources and it may be something that South Gippsland could also consider to bring new ideas and projects to fruition. I imagine it would also provide a synergy to capitalise on funding opportunities. I welcome your thoughts on such matters. Cr Jim Fawcett Mayor

message of hope COME, let us praise the Lord! Let us sing for joy to God, who protects us! Psalm 95:1.

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Together time: members of the South Gippsland and Bass Coast Landcare networks on the steps of Parliament House ahead of the awards.

Landcarers celebrated

SOUTH Gippsland has been represented in the national Landcare awards.

crossword solutions CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8229 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, With-draw. 6, Saps. 8, I’s-I’s. 9, Pull-over. 10, Steer. 11, Wit-her. 13, S-pin-et. 15, Rec-I-te. 17, Butter. 19, Stops (rev.). 22, Hawt-horn. 23, A-c-id. 24, (t)Here(ading). 25, Tapes-try. Down - 2, In-set. 3, Has-been. 4, R-op-e. 5, Well-worn. 6, Shoot. 7, P-re-V-ent. 12, Star-t out. 14, Plum-age. 16, Cut-lass. 18, T-itle. 20, Prior. 21, Snip (rev.). QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8229 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Resonant. 6, Cram. 8, Free. 9, Malemute. 10, Chide. 11, Select. 13, Append. 15, Anthem. 17, Gateau. 19, Stale. 22, Fragrant. 23, Nape. 24, Beer. 25, Tungsten. Down - 2, Earth. 3, Overdue. 4, Army. 5, Talisman. 6, Camel. 7, Article. 12, Adjutant. 14, Prairie. 16, Tetanus. 18, Eager. 20, Lapse. 21, Stun.

Individual nominee Arie Bos of Welshpool and Bass Coast Shire Council was the local candidate and while unsuccessful, reaching the national stage was a mighty effort. South Gippsland Landcare Network co-ordinator Belinda Brennan said the network was extremely proud of his achievements. “The breadth of his work involving school children, landholders and the commitment to Landcare practices on his own property is certainly an inspiration to not only his local landcare group but the network in general,” she said. Council spokesperson Sue Webster said council was “proud as punch” to reach the ﬁnal.

LEONGATHA/ KORUMBURRA

FOSTER

WONTHAGGI/ INVERLOCH

PHILLIP ISLAND

Paul and Margaret Beck

Ray and Maree Anderson

(03) 5662 2717

(03) 5672 1074

(03) 5952 5171

MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

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Inverloch INDOOR bowls was on Tuesday, June 29 with 20 bowlers turning up on the coldest day for 10 years.

There was only one, two game winner, and that was the team of Carol Hughes, Eddie Walsh and Gary Hardy. We are taking names for those wishing to go in our championship competition. We will be playing the championship on Tuesday, July 27 and Tuesday, August 3. A nice supper was provided by Eddie Walsh and Rob and Jill Howard. Lawn bowls on Wednesday, June 28 had 24 bowlers playing two games of triples. At ﬁnish of play there were three, two game winners. Bad luck to Mike Yates, Brian Grifﬁn and Sue Nation who were on 30 points. Runners-up on 31 points were Ron Rees, Gary Hardy and Ernie Treadwell. The winners for the day on 38 points were Alan Easterbrook, Bob Huntley and Bev

Kurrle. On Sunday. July 4 we had 28 bowlers grace our greens. This was made up by quite a few visitors. There were four, two game winners. On 35 points and coming in third place, earning themselves a cap were Pud Kee, Graeme Dunlop and Margaret Griffin. Runners-up on 36 points plus 28 shots were Ray Paynting, Huie Nation, Joe Bonnici and Anne Ohmes. Winners on 36 points plus 38 shots were Alan McFayden, Brian Griffin, Ernie Treadwell and Murray Ohmes. Last Friday, the club had a “happy hour” with a meat tray as a raffle. It was a great success, with numbers amounting to around 36. When there is no meal on a Friday there will be a “happy hour” from 5pm to 6pm. There will be a meat tray and also another prize of six stubbies. As there is no meal next Friday there will be a “happy hour”. The next Friday meal will be on Friday, July 16.

Mardan indoor A BIG night for the Mardan Club with the 2010 club championships being decided. Both ﬁnals provided excellent bowling and the four ﬁnalists should all be congratulated.

The ladies final was won by Ann Plowman who overcame a tenacious Bev Greenwood in a match that saw both bowlers trading what looked to be match winning shots. Bev had great support from a huge team of family members who came along to support her in her first final, but Ann kept coming up with the answers, to win her third club championship in what was a very entertaining match. The men’s final was between Cliff Smith and Tony Allen-Clay, neither of them having been a previous club champion, so plenty to play for. Both bowlers produced top bowls to keep the match very close until the last two ends when Tony managed to edge ahead and win his first championship. Both bowlers should be very happy with their performance. Congratulations to the winners and the club wishes you all the best when you take your places in the association championships later this month. Great to see some of the visitors who came along for the finals staying to take part in the social bowls, making it 19 players all playing three games of eight ends. As usual the bowling was competitive and the night produced just one team winning all three of their matches. The team was Jeannie Baker, Bev Greenwood and Rob Matthies (skip). Runners-up with two wins were Kristy Rutjens, Jeanette Grady and Vito Serafino (skip). This week the club is hosting the Korumburra club for a special inter club match, with both clubs providing three teams of four players, sure to be a good match and both clubs will be keen to come away with bragging rights. Social bowls will be played as normal on Wednesday night.

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

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Korumburra parlor

Leongatha

Mirboo North

CLUB representatives Mary and Charlie Tumino and Lee and Rob Armstrong managed to secure their second indoor bias bowls tournament victory at Trafalgar bowls club on Sunday, June 27, in only four outings in Mid-Gippsland events so far this season. Minor placings have also been recorded by the team at Drouin over consecutive tournaments recently played there. With parlor bowls in recess until the commencement of its social season in early September, the club has been active on the indoor bias bowls circuit over recent weeks, with club bowls on Monday nights and invitational events at the Outtrim hall on selected Tuesdays. This will include a return match against Mardan at the Mardan hall next Tuesday night, following a most encouraging performance against these long-time champions at Outtrim early last month. Results of recent fixtures conducted by the club are as follows: Tri-clubs Invitation held on Tuesday, June 22: First team - Toni Heldens (Buffalo), Lee Armstrong and Geoff McCord (Korumburra) with two wins and 11 shots up; second: Charlie Tumino and Anna Meyer (Korumburra), Glenys Pilkington (Fish Creek) and Bill Wolswinkle (Buffalo) with two wins and eight shots up. Club bowls on Monday, June 28: first team - Robert Matthies (Mardan), John Meyer, Rob Armstrong and Michael Mathews with two wins and seven shots up; second: Joe Occhipinti, Jeanette Grady (Mardan) and Geoff McCord with two wins and one shot up. Foster club invitation on Tuesday, June 29 - first team: Lee Armstrong, Ross Lomagno, Michael Mathews and John Meyer (Korumburra) with two wins and 11 shots up; second: Paul Holmes (Dumbalk), Ray Wheeler (Foster), Connie Occhipinti and Mary Tumino (Korumburra) with two wins and five shots up.

THIS week’s report opens on a rather sad note, as the club has been saddened by the passing of great lady member and bowler, Mrs Ruby Merle Nicholson (Merle), whose thanksgiving service was held at St Peters Anglican Church on Friday July 2. The Leongatha Bowls Club extends their sincere sympathy and condolences to the Nicholson family. Due to the weather, there was no mid week bowls, however Saturday July 3 saw 20 players take to the greens in a pairs event. The winners were H. Rybalka and Lorna Hulls with two wins +9. The runners-up were Murray Blackburn and Alan Moore - both on two wins +8. The Friday night kitty club tea was again a great success. The August tea will be changed due to the absence of chefs Ron and Sue. Instead it will be a two course meal, at $15 per head.

A MILD winter morning greeted bowlers for Tuesday’s winter fixture. All rinks were filled to capacity and competitive bowling was the order of the day. Our friends from Yallourn collected the first prize with three winning games and a draw. Nejip Akarsu skipped the side, with Harry Walker leading and John Hannant second. A local team was one shot behind in second place: Laurie Melhuish skip, Mick Dillon second and Brian Harris lead. The two bowl triples concept is proving very popular and looks like staying in place. The jackpot is taking a battering. It was knocked off at $50 with a -6 marble doing the damage. The club thanks Ken Graeme Motors for sponsoring the day. Our ladies continue to excel with delicious home-made soups for lunch.

Fish Creek

FISH Creek’s two bowl triples was held in fairly good conditions last Thursday. There were no four game winners but there were three three game winners and all close. The eventual winner was Max Brown (skip), Dudley Harrison and Trevor Bidwell with runner-up Don Birks (skip), Ken Smith, Brian Harris and Andrew Hanks. The other three game winner was from Yarram - Trevor Fink (skip), Jo Balbo and Eric Perry. Competition winners were Peter Hill, Don Livingstone, Maurie Kerr and Malc Ellis. Friday night was the club’s casserole night and again a good social crowd attended.

Indoor bowls Last Friday was the Joan Mayo Cancer Memorial Day with 24 turning up to play. The winners were Ron Gloster (skip), Anne Plowman and Neta Watkins. The runnersup were Glenys Pilkington (skip), Joyce Occhipinti and Rhonda Mayo. The consolation prize went to Sebastian (skip), Glenys Densley and Carolyn Benson. The money taken on the day goes to the cancer appeal in Melbourne. Joan’s daughter, Rhonda presented the trophies. Thank you to the men of the bowls club for having the room cleaned of tables and chairs.

Dumbalk indoor

Midweek ladies MIDWEEK mixed bowls was held at Corinella on Thursday, July 1 with 45 in attendance. There were two twogame winners with 34 points each. The decider on percentage was the team of Allan Dansey (skip), John Routley (3rd), John De Rooy (2nd) and Betty Huitema (lead) with 60 per cent. Runners-up with 60 per cent and 34 equal points were Allan Melville (skip), Ron West (2nd) and Peter Langweg (lead). The best one game win-

ners were Jan Chipperﬁeld (skip) and Di Pollock (3rd), Freda Herns. (2nd) and Cliff Pulling (lead) with 26 points. Encouragement award: John Hill (skip), Thelma Kavanagh (2nd), M. Toffolon (lead) with a score of nine points. Lance Bullock worked in the bar, and as the dishwasher broke down, he was left with all the dishes. Thanks again Lance, you did a great job. The next game is at Tarwin Lower on July 8. Names in by 10.30 for 11am start.

ON Monday, June 28, the club held its 2010 singles championships. In the women’s competition, the winner was Carol Muller with two wins and a draw. The runner-up was Kay Cook with a win, a draw, a loss and plus nine shots. In the men’s competition, the winner was Paul Holmes with three wins, a draw and a loss. The runner-up was Frank Peile with three wins, two losses and plus 11 shots.

Tarwin Lower INDOOR bowls continued on Friday and was again well attended, with four teams of triples playing lively games. The winning team consisted of John Moloni, Val O’loughlin and Charlie Gilaus (new member). Runners-up included Peter Emmet, Doris Sandkuhl and Wendy Williams (Wendy’s ﬁrst game). Members stayed on for a sausages and mash tea. Social Bowls on Sunday saw four teams of triples play. Winners for the afternoon were Mick Bowman, Marian Emmet and Peter Emmet. Please don’t forget; names must be in by 12.30 for a 1pm start on July 18.

Leongatha Cycling Club report CLUB racing was held on the tough and hilly Mardan circuit this weekend. The race was changed from the usual format to start and ﬁnish in Leongatha instead of Mardan. This was a positive given the cold and wet conditions and it also changed the race dynamic as the long 6km climb was now in the middle of the race rather than the end. Fifteen riders entered and Malcolm Gin led the way on 13 minutes with junior rider Thomas MacFarlane to keep him company. He was followed by Phil Hanley and Neil White on eight minutes then a group of three riders on three

minutes, ﬁve riders on two minutes and the scratch group of four. Solid riding by the two minute group saw them quickly pick up Steve Allen, Steve Piasente and Morgan Barnes. The quick early pace also kept them out of reach of the hard working scratch riders. Ron Purtle, Eamon Feely and Elliott Gin were climbing strongly. Neil and Phil had caught Malcolm and looked to have the race in their hands over the long downhill run back into Leongatha. However the head wind made their job tougher and some big turns from Dave MacFarlane saw them swept up

just before the turn into Horn St. Jamie Grenville had ridden strongly all race and led out the sprint. Tony Clark looked to have him covered until the line when Phil Camenzuli weaved his way through to score his maiden win and fastest time for the day. Tony held on for second, Jamie third, Kevin Feely fourth and Dave MacFarlane ﬁfth place. Next week the club is having a break from racing and riders are encouraged to attend the graded scratch races run by CaulﬁeldCarnegie Cycling Club at Modella.

Buffalo indoor ON Wednesday, June 30, 10 players, on a nice night to bowl, saw four teams, two of three and two of two. There was a countback third and second. In fourth (LL), skipper Bill Wolswinkle and Graeme Tobias. Third (WL) 11 ends, skipper Rod McConchie, Sebastian Terranova and Gemma Poletti. Second (LW) 12 ends, skipper Carolyn Benson and Andrew Hanks. First (WW), skipper Ian Benson and Toni Heldens. Best ﬁrst game Ian 14-9, second Carolyn 14-9. Hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7.30pm.

Winners: Tony Clark second, Phil Camenzuli ﬁrst, Jamie Grenville third. Photo courtesy Lynton Clay.

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Country Week success WONTHAGGI’S four teams played extremely well and came home with a shield and a swag of medals at the recent Victorian Country Week Table Tennis Championships played at MSAC, Melbourne.

Wonthaggi’s No. 1 team (Bruce Harmer, Dirk Holwerda, Justin Licis) had the toughest run, performing well against some of the top Victorian country players. They won their ﬁrst two matches against Warrnambool and Sunraysia. The following two matches against Ballarat and Albury/ Wodonga were close, but they lost narrowly to both teams. Bruce won 10 of his 12 sets. The No. 2 team (Alex Tilley, Ashley Hewlett, Steve McIlvena) played brilliantly to be on target for a shield until their last match against Sunraysia, the eventual winners. Alex won a gold medal for leading player,

undefeated in all 12 sets for the championships. The team was awarded well deserved silver medals for runner-up. The No. 3 team (Keith and Jarrod Donohue, Beau Thompson) sailed through their matches with no match losses, and Keith won leading player for the division. They accepted the shield for Wonthaggi and should be congratulated on a great win, with a tally of four golf medals. The No. 4 team (Nancy Pattinson, Michael Veal, Dean Snelling) lost only one match out of four and accepted silver medals for runner-up. Nancy was undefeated n the division and won a gold medal for leading player. Dean, a ﬁrst year player and only 13 years old, was in exceptionally good form and surprised everyone with a high quota of wins.

Good fun: James Rippingale, captain of Korumburra Wildcats, Patrick Kilday, Access All Abilities co-ordinator at Gippsport, and Steve Inger, captain and coach of the Gippsland Wheelies, wheelchair basketball team.

Wheelie good basketball on display at Korumburra Undefeated: Alex Tilley won 12 out of 12 sets for Team No 2.

Shield winners: Wonthaggi’s No 3 team: Keith Donohue, Jarrod Donohue and Beau Thompson.

Team No. 4: runners-up Nancy Pattinson, Dean Team 2: Steve McIlvena and Ashley Hewlett Snelling and Michael Veal only lost one of their four matches. display their team runner-up medals.

THE atmosphere at Korumburra Recreation Centre was electric, with cheering, shouting and smiles all around from the 200 people who turned up to watch an exhibition match between the able bodied basketballers from the Korumburra Basketball association and the Gippsland Wheelchair Basketball team. The Gippsland side was quite dominant over its rival, with many displays of individual and team skill. The ﬂuent movement of the Gippsland team up and down the court meant that the score was heavily in their favour at every

change. Thrilling crashes and long range shots had the audience enthralled, culminating in rapturous applause when the local team occasionally scored. By the end of the night however, the two teams were leasing their chairs to the audience in a move that allowed people to experience using a wheelchair for the ﬁrst time, with one young man vowing to continue in the sport. The event, held on Thursday June 24, was organised by the South Coast Access Alliance (SCAA) in conjunction with the Korumburra Basketball Association and Gippsland Wheelchair Basketball team in order to promote inclusive sporting opportunities within the community.

Good play at Leongatha badminton event THE Leongatha Badminton Club conducted a highly successful 2010 club championship event, with excellent entries in all grades and some wonderful badminton played.

The A Grade ladies’ final was contested by Bev Porter against Rhonda Newton. Rhonda appeared to have this match safely within her grasp but a late comeback by Bev produced a complete turnaround, and Bev narrowly won the title 15-13 in a well fought out encounter. The blue ribbon event, the A Grade men’s singles, produced numerous surprises, particularly at the beginning of the evening when Neil Jeremiah walked in the door after ruling himself out of the event in the lead-up weeks. There were some brilliant matches through the early rounds and into the semi finals. Eventually two old campaigners met in the final. Frank Dekker and Neil Jeremiah have played each other for a number of decades and again battled hard in the final. The class of Neil shone throughout this match, and while Frank got many chances, he did not capitalise and Neil’s experienced tournament play earned him his sixth club championship title. The A Grade men’s doubles had a huge field of competitors. Eventually Neil and Ryan Jeremiah were too steady for Jason Richards and Steve Boag in a very entertaining final that ebbed and flowed throughout the set, going 21/14 to the father and son combination. The A Reserve singles event has captured a lot of interest and involvement, with 10 competitors starting out. Odds-on favourite, Aaron De Gennaro, was stunned by new player, Alun Hashim in the semi finals. Jose Shelton narrowly defeated Roger Callister in the other semi final 15/12. Alun and Jose played a memorable final against each other, but in the end it was the cool, calm Jose Shelton who proved victorious, 15/8 in a match that augurs well for the future of the badminton club. A consolation doubles event was also run and provided a top hit for those eliminated early. Paul Sokhom and Jose Shelton were the winners of this event. On to B Grade action, and again many members were involved in some high quality badminton that was played until late in the evening. The ladies’ singles title was claimed by Rhonda Newton, defeating the ever-consistent Guilia Joyce

in the ﬁnal, which left both ladies exhausted after a long night of playing. The B Grade men’s singles was somewhat of a surprise, with the ever-competitive Jim Newton, getting over a back complaint, to win the event over Con Privitera in convincing style. Jim did very well to win this after some scares during the lead-up rounds, particularly against Davis Lou. The ladies doubles event was played as a round robin, with some top matches being played. It was two good friends, Guilia Joyce and Jo Callister who emerged victorious in a well contested event. The B Grade men’s doubles was taken out by two up and coming players, David Lou and Brayden Krohn. They were too steady for their opposition and thoroughly deserved their win. The ﬁnal event for analysis was the B Grade mixed, and again Davis Lou came to the fore. He partnered with club treasurer, Tracey Ryan, and they won this event from Tash Maskell and Brayden Krohn, much to Tracey’s delight. Greg Marshman organised the A Grade event and Rhonda Newton organised the B Grade side of the tournament and both did an excellent job, with everything running smoothly. The club does appreciate their top efforts. The Leongatha Badminton Club has a week off for school holidays and returns on July 12.

B Grade: Jim Newton (winner) and Con Privitera (runner-up).

A Grade: Frank Dekker (runner-up) and Neil Jeremiah (winner).

A Grade women: Rhonda Newton(winner) and Guilia Joyce (runner-up).

A Reserve: Alun Hashim (runner-up) and Jose Shelton (winner).

A Grade doubles: Neil and Ryan Jeremiah (winners) and Jason Richards and Steve Boag (runners-up).

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Phillip Island wins pennant THE Wonthaggi Golf Club was the host for the South Gippsland District Golf Association’s Divisional Pennant finals last Sunday. The Division 1 final was played between Phillip Island who finished top of the ladder and Lang Lang. Both clubs fielded ‘standout’ teams throughout the season, and were both clearly dominant. Phillip Island were strong all season, winning all six matches whilst the only match Lang Lang lost was to Phillip Island. Given the rain over the last three months, some 320 mm or 13 inches, the Wonthaggi course was in excellent condition. Once again, the district was able to hold all four divisional finals at the one venue. This makes it easy for members from all clubs to come and watch and create the atmosphere expected for the finale of the pennant season. In the main game, the Division 1 final at the 1/2 way mark most matches, with the exception of one, were about even. As the day wore on and the pressure that a final brings, Phillip Island showed their overall strength, winning the pennant 5½ matches to 1½. This is the second year in a row that Phillip Island has taken top honours in the pennant competition. Individual match results were: Jake Clarke defeat Steve Whitehead 4/2; Paul Wagner def Greg Austin 2/1; Tim Duff lost to Colin Casey 2/1; Mark Ritterman def Peter Sellers 7/6; James Blair def Peter McNeil 1up; Scott Fullarton def Scott Milne 4/3; Mark Boulton square with Andrew Villinger. The Division 2 title saw Lang Lang def Foster 4/3. The Division 3 title was taken out by Leongatha who defeated Lang lang 5/2, and the Division 4 title saw Woorayl defeat Lang Lang 5/2. Whilst Lang Lang only took out one of the finals, they should be congratulated on getting all four teams into the finals. This feat has only been achieved on a couple of occasions. A big thanks must go to all players who have given up their time to compete for their various clubs throughout the pennant season.

Woorayl: Danny Dwyer left, and Nathan Lovie acted as caddies and Brian Wilson, centre, competed in the ﬁnals at Wonthaggi on Sunday.

Island golfers: from left Kevin Rosen of Phillip Island wished young Phillip Island golfers James Blair and Scott Fullarton good luck at the start of the South Gippsland Pennant ﬁnals on Sunday in Wonthaggi.

Foster

Mirboo North

Leongatha

SATURDAY, July 3 – Medal Day, O’Connell Motors trophy. Medal winner: Neville Thompson (10) 71 net. A Grade net: Neville Thompson (10) 71 net. B Grade net: Rodney Coughran-Lane (24) 73 net. A Grade scratch: Pat McKay (6) 79. Putting: Robert Fulton 27 putts. Down the line balls: Peter Dight (9) 72 net, Brenton McKenzie (13) 73 net, Col Pulham (15) 73 net, David Knee (21) 73 net, Pat McKay (6) 73 net. Nearest the pins:: 6th Robert Blake, 17th Phil Schoﬁeld. Thursday, July 1 – stableford winner: Neville Thompson (10) 39 points. Down the line balls: Kevin Witheridge (12) 37 points. Nearest the pins:: 15th Neville Thompson. Tuesday, June 29 – stableford winner: Neville Thompson (11) 38 points. Down the line balls: Jim Parry (10) 32 points. Coming events: Tuesday, July 6 – par. Wednesday, July 7 – monthly medal. Sheron Cripps trophy, Thursday, July 8 – stableford, Friday, July 9 – twilight stableford, Saturday, July 10 – stableford, Sunday, July 11 – mixed American (Norm Cooper trophy).

A STABLEFORD event was attended by 21 starters on July 1 with a CCR of 69. The winner was John Blunsden (21) 44 points. Down the line balls: Ritchie Robbins (18) 41 points, Tony Tomada (22) 40 points, Joe Kus (17) 38. Birdies: 4th and 16th Joe Kus, 13th Ritchie Robbins. The monthly medal on July 3 was won by Bryan Randall. Bryan was also the A Grade winner with (11) 67. B Grade was won by Stan Evison on countback with (20) 69. Down the line balls: Terry Donnison (16), Trevor Bailey (20) 70, Wayne Roberts (25) 72, Chris Bracecamp (21) 72. Nearest the pins: Second shot, ﬁrst hole - W. Reynolds, 4th Mark Heiberg, 6th Ray Matthews, 16th Chris Bracecamp. Pro pin: Mark Heiberg. Birdies: 4th John McFarlane, 6th Ray Matthews.

THE July medal saw some very good scoring considering the winter conditions. Has the new handicap system given a lot of golfers a more friendly handicap? Nathan Wardle is in good form and he was A Grade winner with 81-13-68. Justin Burt took B Grade with a ﬁne round of 88-21-67. But it was Peter Stivic who took out the monthly medal with his score of 67. Congratulations Peter. Steve Miller scored 101-31-70 to win C Grade. David Poulton putted extremely well with just 24 strokes on the greens and Darrell Prior’s 78 was the best gross score. Pro-pin went to Barry Attwood and nearest the pin to Tim McCarthy. Ball winners: P. Stivic 67, G. McDonald, C. Geradts, R. Evans 68; D. Prior, A. Adcock, B. Stevens 69, H. Goodman 70; S. Fisher, K. Wardle, D. Hanna 71; N. Cairns 72. Tuesday Alan Monahan had a good warm-up for the pennant ﬁnal, winning the event with 36 points. Doug Clemann was close behind to be runner-up on 35. Doug also won nearest the pin on the 16th hole, while Peter Waters won on the 14th. Ball winners: P. Hartigan 35, D. Hanna, E. Poole 33; K. Gardner, F. Smedley, B. Jamieson, N. Cairns, B. Stevens 32. Thursday We had 62 players and the star of the day was Hugh Goodman who scored an impressive 39 points in winning C Grade. A Grade went to the consistent Geoff McDonald (35 points), with Merv Stubbs successful in B Grade on 34. Dan Malone 14th and Fred De Bono (16th) were nearest the pin winners. Ball winners: R. Burton, J. Stewart, B. Attwood 35; G. Hines, T. Bruinewoud, I. Watson, A. Nilsson, M. Street 34; P. Hartigan, J. Smith, R. Martin, T. Steer 33. The next two Saturdays bring the two rounds of the Bill McCaughan fourball championships. The game is 4BBB par, but pairs with lower handicaps should keep a better ball stroke score. No pair can win both the scratch and handicap events.

Ladies

The course was damp but the weather was not so bad at the Doris Chambers foursomes stableford event on Wednesdasy June 30.

Golﬁng stalwarts: the sun shone for long time Wonthaggi Golf Club members Dr John Crellin, OAM, David Wilson, Nick Moresco and Ken Russell, who took part in the club’s Thursday competition.

Maxine Eabry and Trish Owen showed, once again, that foursomes hold no problems for them, in qualifying to represent the club at Spring Valley on October 15. It was close this year as two other teams scored 36 points too, and they had to survive a count back from Rebecca Thomas and Wendy Brown, ( runners up) and Toni West and Coral Gray. Toni West and Coral Gray 36, Marg Berry and Joan Scott 34, Wendy Surman and Deb Miller 31, plus Anna and Rita de Bondt 30 won balls down the line. Marg Berry was nearest the pin on the 14th and Coral Gray had the closest second shot on the fourth. Dot Stubbs was the winner of the stroke event on July 3 with 89/73 nett. Elaine Dempsey 74, Kerry Hogan 74, Wendy Surman 75, and Marg. Berry 75 won balls down the line.

Lang Lang: from left, Chris Roberts, vice president, Mark Ando, Division 4 captain, Keith Stockdale, club captain and Phil Lane committee member, competed in the South Gippsland Pennant ﬁnal at the Wonthaggi Golf Club on Sunday.

Woorayl OUR club won the Division Four pennant ﬁve games to two, played at a wet underfoot Wonthaggi. Great win guys. Congratulations. On Saturday we played a par event sponsored by Beaurepaires. The A Grade winner with the best score of the day +7 was Graeme Calder. B Grade went to Alan McEachern with +6 and C Grade was won by Otto VanDerVorm with +5. Balls went to M. Wallis, T. Elliott, N. Lovie, P. Burgess, F. Dekker, C. James, G. Winkler, J. Redmond, G. McKinnon and P. Challis. The nearest the pins were won by Jason Redmond and Denis Lim. The Thursday bar voucher went to Tim Burgess with 45 points with a ball going to Peter Burgess. Ed Poole again won the nearest the pins on the 17th hole. Next week we will play a stableford event sponsored by the optometrists Jackson and Lawry.

Ladies On Wednesday, June 30 a stroke, monthly medal, putting 3rd round Hay’s Jewellers, 2nd round silver spoon event was played. The event was sponsored by Woorayl Golf Club and the AWCR was 76. The winner was J. Riseley 27/71 net (small field, only 1 division). Silver spoon - S. Wakefield. Putting - S. Wakefield, 28 putts. Nine holes out - M. Martin 39 net. Nearest the pin: 8th S. Wakefield, 17th J. Riseley, 2nd shot on the 11th S. Wakefield. Down the line balls: D. O’Connor and S. Wakefield. Next week, Wednesday, July 7, monthly medal stroke and putting, 4th round Hay’s Jewellers, silver spoon. Flag day sponsored by Betty Maloney.

Meeniyan ladies

THE Meeniyan ladies had a fun day when they played a three person drop out Ambrose. The winners on the day were Irene Holm, Coral Stewart and Marilyn McGeary with 72 1/3. The runners-up team were Veronica Park, Jan Roberts and Helen Helms Boyle with 78 2/3. Congratulations to Jan Trease and Veronica Park who won the fourball knockout ﬁnal and good luck to Sue Hoskin and Irene Holm who play off in the Lorraine Eddy singles knockout.

Leongatha Small Bore Riﬂe Club 20m pennant results (section C): R2: Sandringham 480.02 d Leongatha 477.01. R3: Brunswick 479.016 d Leongatha 478.014. R4: Leongatha 476.015 d Stawell 474.012. They shoot Friday nights at 8pm at the riﬂe club on the recreation reserve. Any inquiries, please call R. Spratt 5664 2358.

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To the rescue KORUMBURRA-Bena’s David Caporale was left a little exposed in the reserves match against Inverloch-Kongwak. He was left standing around in his jocks after, according to one person at the match, his shorts broke. But a faithful Bulldogs’ supporter came to the rescue with another pair of shorts, perhaps from a player on the interchange bench.

Under 16s and 18s from four Gippsland football leagues will compete in a round robin event. Gippsland, Alberton, Mid Gippsland and Ellinbank football leagues will all take part in the competition. Eight South Gippsland players were selected for the 25 person Gippsland League squad. They are: Jack Blair (Wonthaggi), Dylan Westaway, Sam Sperling, Rhett Kelly, Tom Marriott, Nick Nagel, Sean Westaway and Matt Willcocks (Leongatha). The Alberton Football League announced its team selections last week. Under 18 squad: Adam Ridley (Dalyston), Lachie Pratt, Jordan Shaw, Cal Park (Fish Creek); Wade Aitken, Sam Lyon (Foster); Ben Fitzpatrick, Chad Macri (vc), Tom Mayo, Ash Snooks (Korumburra-Bena); Callum Hutcheson, Joel Sinclair (MDU); Sam Docherty (c), Mitchell Price, Dylan Holland (Phillip Island); Josh Schelling, Cameron Stone, Luke Bowman, Josh Chalmers, Tyson Pate (Stony Creek); Andrew Jelbart (Tarwin), Sam Whatley (Toora), Corbin Sutherland, Matt Clavarino, Jake Anderson (Yarram). Emergencies: Lewis Rankin (I-K), Kallan Rig-

by (Kor-Bena), Sam Synan (MDU). Mark Lafferty (coach), Matthew Davies (ass. Coach), Neil Park (team manager) Under 16 squad: Matthew Howell, Sam Kuyper (Dalyston); Harry Moore, Edan Patterson, Blake Reed (DWWWW); Michael Green (Foster), Blake Rigby (I-K), Dale Crawford, Kyle Salama (Kil-Bass), Matt Edwards, Angus Harrison, Jason Meade, Justin Smith (KorBena); Lachlan Findlay, Tim Harris (MDU); Gavin Powles, Alex Redmond, Zac Wagner (Phillip Is); John Stuart (Stony Ck), Jason Stewart (Tarwin), Craig Hanratty, Wade Stoitse, Josh Toner (Toora); Brady Davis, Luke Le Blanc (Yarram). Emergencies: Jackson Moore (Foster), Ben Hocking (MDU), Alexander Holt (Yarram). Paul Whelan (coach), Cade Maskell (ass. coach), S. Howell (team manager). Competition draw: 9.30am: MGFL v EDFL (Oval 1), Gipps v AFL (Oval 2). 10.30am: AFL v Gipps, MGFL v EDFL. 11.30am: MGFL v AFL, Gipps v EDFL. 12.30pm: Lunch. 1pm: Gipps v EDFL, MGFL v AFL. 2pm: MGFL v Gipps, AFL v EDFL. 3pm: AFL v EDFL, MGFL v Gipps. 4pm: Presentation of trophies and cup.

Rookie recognised Great effort: Tarwin’s Damien McLean was the Alberton Football league rookie of the month. Photo courtesy Wendy Watts.

MORE than 2305 metres of new, lighter and safer rails would be installed at the Stony Creek racecourse at a cost of $98,000 Minister for Racing Rob Hulls said last week.

“These new plastic rails will greatly reduce the risks associated with thoroughbred racing and signiﬁcantly contribute to the industry’s already high safety standards across the state,” he said. “These rails…bend, ﬂex and rise if a horse veers into the running rail and often redirects the horse back onto the course proper.” “Importantly, the plastic supports that replace steel posts are constructed so they snap out of their footings and rotate away from impact should a horse and jockey collide with them during a fall.” The State Government is contributing $88,200 to the rails, with Racing Victoria Ltd and Country Racing Victoria contributing $9800.

Footy juniors Interleague ready

FOOTBALL’S local young stars will have a chance to impress on Wednesday at Yinnar.

New racing rails

Wonthaggi table tennis

LEONGATHA’S Dyson Heppell has been named in the under 18 All-Australian team after his great form in the National Championships recently. Vic Country’s half back was also named as the sides Most Valuable Player for his performances throughout the tournament. The recognition and award come as no surprise to those who have watched Dyson play throughout his career, and in the championships. Coach of the Vic Country side Robert Hyde was very impressed with the young guns performances, especially against South Australia. “Dyson played off the half back line and did a terriﬁc job of mopping up and setting up play. “He put his body on the line, a couple of times he got crashed into as he stood underneath a mark and he was really brave,” Hyde said. Dyson will return to the Gippsland Power side next weekend, as this weekend is recovery after a gruelling schedule representing his state.

Dyson Heppell: in the national championships last week. Photo courtesy AFL Photos.

TONIGHT’S A Grade finals at the Wonthaggi Table Tennis Centre are expected to be three of the closest matches seen this year. The semi finals (Double A v Turbos and Warriors v Bulldogs) will commence at 6.45pm. The winners will play off for the grand final following the semis. In an astonishing season finish, all four teams ended on 24 points and percentage marked the placings 1-4. Michael Ede finished as leading player, with Bruce Harmer second, Andrew Donohue third and Justin Licis fourth. A Reserve matches have one to go next Monday (July 12). Semi finals will be played the following Monday. The final four will be decided only after next week’s matches, with Hit and Miss (Stephen Cannon, Jarrod Donohue) playing for fourth spot against Cape Storm (Gary and Lyn Morley). The A Grade tournament will be held next Tuesday (July 13) at the Table Tennis Centre. There will be a number of events and anyone who has played in A Grade this season will be welcome. Play will commence at 7.30pm sharp, $5 entry fee.

Ladder Tigger .................. 24 Efficient ............... 24 Khaos................... 24 Cape Storm ......... 16 Hit & Miss ............ 12 K-Tees .................... 8

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Leading players Nancy Pattinson.......... 16 Beau Thompson ......... 16 Gary Morley ................ 15 Michael Veal .............. 13 Jarrod Donohue ............ 8 Sam Watson ................. 8

(50) (48) (47) (43) (29) (27)

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Mid Gippsland League

Tigers double Dees score MIRBOO North doubled Boolarra’s score to record a decisive 56-point victory over the Demons in the VCFL Worksafe Game of the Month, at Boolarra Recreation Reserve on Sunday.

It was Mirboo North’s 52nd victory over Boolarra in 92 appearances between the two neighbouring clubs, and its 16th consecutive success against the Demons. Brothers, Brett and Luke Palmer each celebrated century milestones – it was Brett’s 100th senior appearance and Luke’s 100th club game for the mighty Tigers. A bumper crowd saw the mighty Tigers recover from their previous week’s loss against Yarragon, by playing some silky champagne linkup football in overcast and calm weather on a soft, but holding surface. The Demons quickly brought the home crowd to its feet, when Chris Riseley successfully bounced the Burley past some desperately outstretched Mirboo North fingers in the opening minutes. But, with Don Webb, controlling the airways, Mirboo North soon settled, went on the front foot and put the next three goals through the big white sticks. Webb was an outstanding performer all day for Mirboo North, dragging down high marks and controlling the stoppages with magnificent palming to his rovers. Josh Taylor was another key performer for Mirboo North, with plenty of top notch possessions around the ground and four clever goals. Boolarra failed to contain innovative halfforward, Dwayne Gunn, who managed to regularly slip past his opponents on his way to five superb majors for the afternoon. The Demons had great

triers in Matthew Powers, Shane Gardiner, and Ken Towt, but too many of their inside 50 entries came rebounding back through excellent defensive work from Drew Gardener, Brent Harriage, Ben Webb, Alex Windsor and Kallum Nash. Daniel Wilson was Boolarra’s leading goalkicker with three majors, but the Demons’ support network around him was unable to manufacture enough scoring opportunities to unsettle the Tigers’ closeknit back six. Mirboo North’s second term of eight goals to the Demons’ three, enabled the Tigers to increase their handy 14 point quarter-time lead into a decisive 48 point advantage at the long break. The elusive Gunn was running amok across half-forward and with four second-quarter goals coming off his own boot, all emergency response attempts from the Demons to stop his impetus, failed miserably. One of his goals came after Don Webb and Shane Peters ferried the ball to Gunn, who did a “Houdini” and sent Boolarra’s ﬂustered defence into a tailspin. “Just put someone on him who can play shoulderto-shoulder!” cried one exasperated Boolarra fan. Josh and Daniel Taylor, Peters, Anthony Bence, Peter Mongta, Jacob Nash and the Palmer brothers were having a huge impact by regularly pumping the footy inside 50 and stretching Boolarra’s defensive structures to the limit. It was time for the Demons to bite the bullet and make things happen; to be tenacious, challenge the status quo and accept responsibility for their actions. The Demons bravely regrouped in the third term by tightening up across halfback and running the ball better through the midﬁeld and into their forward line. Their reward was to kick three goals and outscore the

SENIORS LADDER Trafalgar ............... 205.56 Morwell East......... 141.05 Mirboo North ........ 124.04 Yarragon ............... 163.44 Thorpdale ............. 101.72 Yall Yall North ........... 74.43 Newborough ............ 82.41 Boolarra ................... 67.21 Hill End .................... 64.18 Yinnar ...................... 60.82

Tigers by two points with steadfastness down back, creativity in the corridor and increased productivity inside 50. But, last term deficits of 47 points are hard to reel in and the Demons’ hopes of beating Mirboo North were out of reach and will have to wait until next season. Special guest, Ron Barassi, presented Mirboo North’s winning playing coach, Matt Holland and co-captains, Daniel Taylor and Damien Turner with the shining silver Worksafe Cup, to remember their impressive victory. Mirboo North’s star ruckman, Don Webb, who was voted best afield by an independent panel, received a medal from Barassi, the former Melbourne premiership player and Carlton and North Melbourne flag-winning coach. To cap off an excellent day, presidents, Joe Koene, Mirboo North and Russell McGlade, Boolarra, each received new Sherrin footballs for their respective clubs.

Mirboo North 17.10.112 d Boolarra 8.8.56. Mirboo North best: D. Webb, J. Taylor, D. Gardener, P. Mongta, A. Bence, S. Peters. Goals: D. Gunn 5, J. Taylor 4, L. Palmer 2, A. Bence 2, M. Holland, D. Pinneri, J. Brooks, S. Peters 1. Bollara best: M. Powers, S. Gardiner, D. Wilson, K. Towt, T. Leys, C. Riseley. Goals: D. Wilson 3, M. Powers 2, K. Towt, C. Riseley, D. Hvalica.

RESERVES LADDER Morwell East......... 257.89 48 Mirboo North ........ 187.38 44 Newborough ......... 124.23 32 Trafalgar ............... 162.34 28 Thorpdale ............. 125.94 24 Boolarra ................. 125.48 24 Yall Yall North ........... 61.68 16 Yinnar ...................... 51.33 12 Hill End ...................... 75.17 8 Yarragon .................... 20.74 4

THIRDS LADDER Mirboo North ....... 295.20 Newborough ......... 142.74 Hill End ................. 102.50 Yinnar ..................... 73.65 Thorpdale ............... 65.51 Trafalgar ................... 62.98 Morwell East ............ 83.53

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FOURTHS LADDER Yarragon ............... 350.22 Trafalgar ............... 313.38 Mirboo North ........ 254.08 Newborough ......... 276.67 Yinnar ................... 154.91 Morwell East ........... 64.56 Thorpdale ................ 50.98 Hill End .................... 54.21 Yall Yall North ........... 31.84 Boolarra ................... 22.25

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OTHER MATCHES On ﬁre: Mirboo North’s Mitchell Richardson easily clears his Boolarra opponent for the ﬁrst knock out in the reserves.

RESERVES Mirboo North 9.4.58 d Boolarra 5.8.38. Top goalkicker: A. Soplakow 3 (Mirboo North). Mirboo North best: K. Loh, A. Keel, C. Dalliston, A. Tangusso, P. Aveling, C. Numa. Boolarra best: R. Beamish, E. Stanton, M. Windsor, T. Beamish, D. Van Zuylen, D. Reiske.

FOURTHS Mirboo North 14.12.96 d Boolarra 1.1.7. Top goalkicker: L. Nash 3 and M. Hinley 3 (Mirboo North). Mirboo North best: CC. Irwin, N. Gervasi, L. Nash, M. Hinkley, J. Van Der Zalm, J. Peters. Boolarra best: T. Dowe, J. Robinson, J. Dudek, M. Wigg, J. Giardina.

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Special guest: Ron Barassi prepares to toss the coin for the senior’s match.

Yarragon 9.14.68 def Hill End 6.7.43 Yallourn Yallourn North 7.10.52 def Newborough 5.5.35 Morwell East 12.11.83 def Thorpdale 12.10.82 Trafalgar 10.9.69 def Yinnar 3.7.25 RESERVES Yarragon 8.8.56 def Hill End 7.9.51 Newborough 18.7.115 def Yallourn Yallourn North 1.5.11 Morwell East 13.4.82 def Thorpdale 8.4.52 Trafalgar 13.26.104 def Yinnar 3.4.22 THIRDS Thorpdale 9.10.64 def Morwell East 9.5.59 Yinnar 7.12.54 def Trafalgar 7.6.48 FOURTHS Yarragon 17.13.115 def Hill End 1.2.8 Newborough 14.14.98 def Yallourn Yallourn North 1.0.6 Morwell East 6.12.48 def Thorpdale 2.8.20 Trafalgar 9.2.56 def Yinnar 1.4.10

’Burra beats undermanned Island • Soccer KORUMBURRA 8 defeated Phillip Island 2 in seniors on Sunday. Korumburra played an undermanned Phillip Island on a near perfect pitch in cold windy conditions. Korumburra were 4 – 0 up at half time with Ian Wallace scoring a hat trick. Korumburra added another four goals and Phillip Island scored two. Korumburra have waited two and a half years to beat Phillip Island and an 8-2 score line was certainly worth the wait. Under 19’s – Both clubs took to the field with younger players to make up the numbers. Both teams flexed their muscles in the first half. Bow Crook making a deadly run down the left wing with an intentional shot into the right back corner gave Korumburra the lead at half time. Korumburra put the pressure on in the

second half with some magnificent shots at goals and two great save by the Phillip Island goal keeper. Phillip Island had their opportunities with two attempts hitting the cross bar. Korumburra ran out winners 1 – 0. In the womens Korumburra and Phillip Island played a great game of soccer against each other. The first half saw both teams passing the ball nicely and having plenty of shots at goal. Korumburra with Bree Allen in the right position in front of goals scored the first goal five minutes from half time. Both teams came out hard in the second half. Phillip Island scored their first to level the game, but minutes later saw Korumburra’s Marissa Preston have a shot for goal and it was deflected off the Phillip Island defender into the back of the net. Korumburra didn’t celebrate for long when 5 minutes later Phillip Island scored leveling the score. Korumburra’s Ash Parr,

on her third attempt at a goal, finally scored for a 3 – 2 win. Under 15s playing in the beautiful Korumburra morning mist opened with beautiful set plays. The first corner of the game saw Keanu Miller take and convert the corner to have Korumburra go into half time one nil up. The second half saw more brisk pace and a goal to Phillip Island with no one giving an inch till a brilliant triple play with Korumburra’s Keanu Miller passing to Jarrah Raabe who passed to Daniel Longden who then nailed the second goal just before the final whistle. Final score: Korumburra 2 - Phillip Island 1. In Under 13s Zac Alman scored three goals and Chloe Rodda one for Phillip Island. Korumburra keeper James Dunn saved a number of goals in his teams scoreless loss.

Like a bird: Korumburra’s Keanu Miller.

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Alberton netball Results - Round 14 June 26 A Grade: Fish Creek 51 d Toora 28, Yarram 54 d DWWWW 40, Foster 78 d Tarwin 23, Dalyston 56 d Stony Creek 29, Korumburra-Bena 27 d Inv-Kongwak 23, Phillip Island and MDU - bye. B Grade: Fish Creek 39 d Toora 21, Yarram 42 d DWWWW 28, Foster 81 d Tarwin 16, Dalyston 49 d Stony Creek 44, Inv-Kongwak 37 d Korumburra-Bena 34, Phillip Island 42 d Kilcunda-Bass 27, MDU - bye. C Grade: Fish Creek 35 d Toora 19, Yarram 43 d DWWWW 26, Foster 50 d Tarwin 10, Dalyston 48 d Stony Creek 27, Korumburra-Bena 47 d Inv-Kongwak 13, Phillip Island 33 d Kilcunda-Bass 11, MDU - bye. 17 & Under: Fish Creek 34 d Toora 15, Yarram 54 d DWWWW 7, Dalyston 46 d Stony Creek 21, KorumburraBena 62 d Inv-Kongwak 9, Phillip Island 54 d KilcundaBass 10, Foster and MDU - bye. 15 & Under: Fish Creek 24 d Toora 18, Yarram 15 d DWWWW 9, Tarwin 16 d Foster 15, Dalyston 29 d Stony Creek 22, KorumburraBena 43 d Inv-Kongwak 10, Phillip Island 32 d Kilcunda-

Bass 24, MDU - bye. 13 & Under: Fish Creek 17 d Toora 12, Yarram 18 d DWWWW 2, Foster 41 d Tarwin 4, Dalyston 59 d Stony Creek 7, Korumburra-Bena 15 d Inv-Kongwak 5, Phillip Island 21 d Kilcunda-Bass 7, MDU - bye.

Ladders A Grade Kor-Bena ......................196.7 Dalyston .......................173.2 Foster............................199.5 Inv-Kongwak ...............134.8 Fish Creek ....................105.4 Yarram ...........................85.4 Stony Creek...................102.8 Phillip Island .................102.7 MDU ...............................85.0 Tarwin .............................60.8 Toora ...............................48.8 DWWWW.......................41.0 B Grade Foster............................255.9 Kor-Bena ......................153.2 MDU .............................161.6 Dalyston .......................131.8 Inv-Kongwak ...............141.0 Phillip Island................ 118.1 Stony Creek...................101.1 Fish Creek .......................93.7 DWWWW.......................54.9 Toora ...............................54.3 Yarram .............................54.4 Kilcunda-Bass .................61.7 C Grade Dalyston .......................169.5 Foster............................234.8 Kor-Bena ......................226.8 MDU .............................223.6 Inv-Kongwak ...............125.1 Yarram ......................... 111.6 Phillip Island ................. 113.8

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Stony Creek.....................73.2 Fish Creek .......................88.7 Tarwin .............................49.0 Kil-Bass...........................46.7 DWWWW.......................40.4 17 & Under Kor-Bena ......................363.5 Yarram .........................265.0 Dalyston .......................128.8 Foster............................207.3 MDU .............................136.8 Phillip Island................151.8 Fish Creek .......................86.2 Stony Creek.....................71.4 Toora ...............................40.9 Inv-Kongwak ..................49.0 Kil-Bass...........................31.6 DWWWW.......................18.9 15 & Under Kor-Bena ......................271.8 Dalyston .......................178.3 Fish Creek ....................164.0 MDU .............................132.2 Stony Creek .................130.0 Phillip Island..................87.6 Tarwin ...........................100.0 Inv-Kongwak ..................70.3 Toora ...............................68.9 Foster...............................56.6 Yarram .............................68.7 DWWWW.......................82.6 13 & Under Dalyston .......................326.2 MDU ............................. 119.7 Foster............................273.8 Yarram .........................147.7 Kor-Bena ......................202.2 Inv-Kongwak .................96.7 Phillip Island ...................93.8 Tarwin .............................88.2 Fish Creek .......................81.4 Toora ...............................75.5 Stony Creek.....................37.1 DWWWW.......................34.5

Parrots netball

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Tough going: Stony Creek’s Emily Wilson is a second too slow at Dalyston’s Kaitlyn Vick catches the ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning @www. fourcornersframing. biz

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Power netball

Close checking: I-K’s Megan Taberner made sure her opponent, KorumburraBena’s Kelly Gordon didn’t get too far away from her.

Poised for attack: the Burra’s Karen Sorrell assesses her options.

A Grade: Leongatha 63 d Sale 33: Awards: - Kasie Salmon (Leongatha RSL) and Megan Hall (Serafinos). Auction player: Kasie Salmon. B Grade: Leongatha 55 d Sale 39: Awards - Abby Dowd (Evans Petroleum) and Amelia McCarthy (Clipit). Auction player: Tayla Robb. Slow start to the game, but the girls came back in the second half to finish with a fantastic win. C Grade Leongatha 38 d Sale 26: Awards: - Jess Sutherland (Dermalogica) and Trina Fidler (Clipit). Auction player: Wendy Sperling. A fabulous game played by the girls. A great defensive game by all and the attackers handled very physical attention from the Sale defenders. Goalies were on fire, which led to a great win. Under 17: Leongatha 42 drew with Sale 42: Awards - Nicola Marriott (Excessorise) and Jacki Smith (RSL). This game was always going to be a tight struggle for the Parrots. The girls came out attacking hard in the second quarter keeping play down their end and scores were level five minutes into the third quarter. They had to maintain the pressure on the opposition. The girls gave it their all. Under 15: Sale 39 d Leongatha 25: Awards - Georgia Higgins (Clipit) and Ashlee Van Rooy (Dermalogica). Our girls demonstrated how much they have improved as individuals and as a team. Despite being defeated they played strongly throughout, contesting every ball and giving nothing away. Under 13: Leongatha 28 d Sale 23: Awards - Tayla Kerr (Serafinos) and Abby Bolge (Network Video). A fantastic win by the girls in a brilliant team effort, coming from behind and beating the previously undefeated Sale team.

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Concentration: Toora’s Rebecca Shanks receives a pass.

West Gippsland netball Results - Round 12 A Grade: Maffra 46 lt Wonthaggi 53, Leongatha 63 d Sale 33, Traralgon 42 lt Morwell 50, Drouin 78 d Moe 24, Warragul - bye. B Grade: Maffra 46 d Wonthaggi 35, Leongatha 55 d Sale 39, Traralgon 35 lt Morwell 64, Drouin 68 d Moe 29, Warragul - bye. C Grade: Maffra 47 d Wonthaggi 31, Leongatha 38 d Sale 26, Traralgon 31 lt Morwell 33, Drouin 32 d Moe 20, Warragul - bye . 17 & Under: Maffra 36 d Wonthaggi 21, Leongatha 42 drew Sale 42, Traralgon 44 d Morwell 18, Drouin 35 d Moe 23, Warragul - bye. 15 & Under: Maffra 35 d Wonthaggi 15, Leongatha 25 lt Sale 39, Traralgon 31 d Morwell 18, Drouin 32 d Moe 6, Warragul - bye. 13 & Under: Maffra 10 lt Wonthaggi 40, Le-

ongatha 28 d Sale 23, Traralgon 37 d Morwell 10, Drouin 33 d Moe 6, Warragul - bye.

Ladders

Leongatha ....................148.1 Sale ...............................125.2 Wonthaggi ......................95.0 Warragul ..........................86.1 Morwell ...........................66.8 Drouin .............................74.2 Moe .................................27.1

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A Grade Leongatha ...................153.4 Drouin ..........................155.6 Maffra ..........................125.2 Traralgon ..................... 110.9 Morwell ........................101.1 Wonthaggi .....................109.1 Warragul .........................74.5 Sale..................................68.8 Moe .................................48.2

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15 & Under Traralgon .....................255.7 44 Maffra ..........................258.3 40 Sale ...............................187.3 32 Drouin ..........................143.4 24 Morwell ..........................91.2 20 Leongatha........................87.3 20 Wonthaggi ........................50.3 6 Warragul ............................50.4 4 Moe ...................................26.9 2

B Grade Morwell ........................200.0 Drouin ..........................142.4 Traralgon .....................121.5 Maffra ..........................121.7 Leongatha ....................125.6 Sale................................107.5 Wonthaggi .......................86.6 Warragul ..........................44.8 Moe .................................43.4

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13 & Under Wonthaggi ....................286.9 Sale ...............................242.6 Leongatha ....................141.1 Drouin ..........................129.1 Morwell ..........................51.2 Traralgon .........................78.1 Moe .................................50.2 Maffra..............................75.4 Warragul ..........................36.7

C Grade Morwell ........................150.2 40 Maffra ..........................178.0 36 Drouin ..........................141.8 32 Traralgon .....................155.3 28 Wonthaggi ....................104.6 20 Leongatha......................103.8 20 Sale..................................76.2 10 Warragul ............................38.5 6 Moe ...................................38.2 0 17 & Under Traralgon .....................230.1 42 Maffra ..........................179.8 38

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Mirboo North netball 15 & Under: MN 55 d Boolarra 8. MN best: L. Robins, L. Rogers, S. Giardina. Boolarra best: J. McLennan-Shiels. 17 & Under: MN 47 d Boolarra 8 MN best: A. Pratt, L. Pratt. Boolarra best: M. Grima. D Grade: MN 27 d Boolarra 14. MN best: N. Caliﬁorie, S. Lawson. Boolarra best: J. Shiels. C Grade: MN 38 d Boolarra 17 MN best: L. Andrews, V. Busuttil. Boolarra best: J. McGlade. B Grade: MN 45 d Boolarra 30. MN Best: A. Pratt, L. Rogers. Boolarra best: T. Pike. A Grade: MN 52 d Boolarra 33 MN best: S. Chila, M. Robins. Boolarra best: J. Hornsey.

A Grade: Wonthaggi 53 d Maffra 46. A FAST physical game saw it going goal for goal with pressure all over the court in a fantastic team effort. Our defence was brilliant as was the attacking end. We have taken that next step and should be proud of ourselves. A w a r d s : K a t e (Caledonian), Courtney (Evans Petroleum) and Alice L (Karmella Fashions). B Grade: Wonthaggi 35 lost to Maffra 46: No report. C Grade: Wonthaggi 31 lost to Maffra 47. Great team game, we came out and tried a few different moves in the ﬁrst quarter, which didn’t work. Turned the game to our advantage in the second half by playing our own game. Don’t be disappointed by the score, we played a good solid team game. Awards: Zoe (Karmella Fashions), Brooke (Revive) and Becky (Evans Petroleum). 17 and Under: Wonthaggi 21 lost to Maffra 36. Good strong game from everyone and well done on four consistent quarters. Very impressed with the spirit in which the game was played with some very satisfying netball skills being developed. Awards: Sarah (Vortex), Jorde (Evans Petroleum) and Hannah (McDonalds). 15 and Under: Wonthaggi 15 lost to Maffra 35. Great start this week girls in breaking Maffra’s ﬁrst centre. Having two young 13s playing up so we could take to the court, thanks to Nikki and Bonni, and to Claire and Hannah for being our bench. Awards: Alesha (Sports Power), Courtney (Evans Petroleum) and Ashleen (McDonalds). 13 and Under: Wonthaggi 40 def Maffra 10. Great team effort girls. Our stepping improved greatly from last week and everyone had plenty of energy. Awards: Aimee (Canteen award), Hannah (Evans Petroleum) and Claire (McDonalds). Wonthaggi Hotel- Flavours: Carley Main.

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’Gatha reaches fifth

Gippsland League Round 12 SENIORS LADDER W

LEONGATHA

have forced their way inside the top ﬁve, after knocking off Sale at home on Saturday to the tune of 49 points.

The side now sits fifth, ahead of Moe by percentage, and looks set to make the finals if they continue their form. The Parrots’ kicking again proved their Achilles heel, but it wasn’t enough to keep their opposition in the game. In slippery conditions, the Parrots got off to a good start and never looked back, kicking three goals to one in the first quarter. The ball use around the ground was superb, even under pressure, something that the side has focused heavily on over the last month. Dylan Westaway and Ben Geitz were the main contributors, hitting up team-mates and creating play with their foot skills. The forwards reaped the rewards, with Dwayne Holt and Nick Nagel sharing four goals while Sam Sperling kicked three. The second quarter was a mirror of the first, with again the Parrots kicking three goals five and Sale kicked just one goal. Jason Casey was on top in the midfield, providing in an under work as well as getting on the receiving end to move the ball by foot. Missing Marc Truscio and Hayden Browne, the midfielders stepped up to fill the void, and worked tirelessly to win the ball at stoppages around the ground. Col Sanbrook moved from the backline up into the midfield for the match, and was excellent in his endeavour and skills, his height gave him an advantage at the stoppages, and he used it to win plenty of the ball. At half time the players were excited with the prospect of turning the table on the Magpies, who beat the Parrots by 80 points at Sale in round three. But coach Adrian Campbell was keen to quell the excitement, and instead to focus it on the third quarter. “We can’t let these guys back into it, let’s not give them a chance, we’ve got to run out the game hard.” The Parrots listened, and for the third quarter in a row they kicked three goals and five behinds. Sale kept trying, but the defence stood up, even without regular centre half back Clint Johnston. Rhett McLennan played in his role, and did an outstanding job after a couple of weeks recovering from injury in the Reserves side. A huge effort was displayed in the third quarter, as Sale slowly looked as if they were working their way back into the game. They refused to go away as Leongatha nudged further in front, but the Parrots outscored them in every quarter. At the last change the home side led by 40 points,

L D

Maffra ...........10 1 Morwell .........8 3 Traralgon ......8 3 Drouin ............5 5 Leongatha .....5 6 Moe.................5 6 Sale ................4 6 Won Power .....3 8 Warragul ........0 10

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

191.54 125.77 124.31 136.66 96.31 90.53 104.47 54.83 38.74

40 32 32 20 20 20 16 12 0

GOALKICKERS T. Aitken (Trar)..................... (1) D. Stubbe (Maffra)............... (1) D. Holt (L’gatha) .................. (4) L. Dowling (Morwell) ........... (4) T. Kneebone (Drouin).......... (4) A. Burgiel (Maffra)............... (9) M. Forys (Moe) ................... (2) G. Jones (Maffra) ................ (5) B. Martin (Sale) ................... (0) D. McKenna (Trar) ............... (3)

44 39 34 33 31 29 27 27 26 25

RESERVES LADDER W

L D

Maffra ...........10 1 Traralgon .... 10 1 Morwell ..........7 3 Sale ................6 4 Drouin ............4 5 Won Power .....4 7 Moe.................3 8 Leongatha.......3 8 Warragul .........0 10

0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0

Pts

251.11 249.36 142.63 156.21 95.56 94.98 62.72 59.66 17.88

40 40 30 24 18 16 12 12 0

GOALKICKERS

Dylan Westaway: The 16-year-old never looks out of his comfort zone at Senior level, and was the best for the Parrots on Saturday. and there was plenty of chatter around the huddle as they planned to take the game right away from their opposition. The last quarter was Dwayne Holt’s, as he added three of his goals and led up and marked with what appeared to be ease against two and sometimes three opponents. Holt has returned to form of late, and has been ably supported by Sperling and Nagel up forward. Between the three of them they kicked 11 of the team’s 13 goals, and were instrumental in the win. Paul LePage was again magniﬁcent on the last line all day, and was treated to a rapturous applause when he reached the boundary line to go through the interchange gates with only minutes to play. The team was ecstatic with the win, and belted out the song with gusto as the huge crowd gathered in the room to watch. Next week the Parrots will take on the lowly Warragul, in what should be expected as another win for the Leongatha boys.

J. Langshaw (Maffra) .......... (0) T. Stanistreet (Morwell) ....... (4) B. Sayers (Sale) .................. (0) R. Tack (Won) ..................... (1) N. Quenault (Trar) ............... (0) M. Brown (Morwell) ............. (0) G. Barnes (Trar) .................. (0) S. Proctor (Drouin) .............. (0)

23 22 17 16 14 12 12 12

UNDER 18 Leongatha 13.18.96 d Sale 6.11.47. Leongatha best: D. Westaway, C. Sanbrook, T. Marriott, B. Geitz, S. Sperling, J. Casey. Goals: N. Nagel 4, D. Holt 4, S. Sperling 3, D. Westaway 1, T. Dowd 1. Sale best: R. Love, C. Flint, H. Cross, L. Hogan, J. Dessent, N. Fowler. Goals: B. Sayers 3, R. Love 1, L. Hogan 1, K. Fraser 1. RESERVES Leongatha 8.8.56 d Sale 6.9.45. Top goalkickers: B.Summers 2, I.McCallum 2 (Leongatha) and J. Burge 2 (Sale). Leongatha best: R. Surace, D. McCaughan, T. Mackie, D. Jago, M. Tapscott, E. Heazlewood. Sale best: J. Burge, T. Freeman, L. Henderson, D. Minto, B. Hudson, T. Wheeler. UNDER 18s

Leongatha 12.8.80 d Sale 6.6.42. Top goalkicker: L. Castagna 5. Leongatha best: L. Dumont, T. Gordon, P. Kindellan, L. Castagna, T. Burgess, P. McCaughan. Sale best: T. Wheeler, D. Hall, J. Joyce, N. Proctor, B. Scott, D. Luhrs. UNDER 16s Leongatha 6.9.45 d Sale 4.7.31 Top goalkickers: J. McMillan 2, A. Heppell 2 (Leongatha) and W. Hams 2 (Sale). Leongatha best: B. Graham, B. Chalmers, D. Gordon, S. Cornelissen, A. Heppell, J. McMillan. Sale best: W. Hams, J. Martyn, S. Dessent, B. Hughes, N. Flint, J. Benson.

LADDER W

L D

Traralgon ......11 0 Leongatha ....10 1 Maffra ..............9 2 Warragul .........4 5 Moe .................4 7 Sale .................3 6 Won Power ......3 7 Drouin ..............2 7 Morwell ............0 11

Pts

0 503.85 44 0 192.37 40 0 189.28 36 1 94.07 18 0 80.97 16 1 81.03 14 1 65.24 14 1 59.84 10 0 25.91 0

GOALKICKERS J. McIntyre (Sale) ................ (2) L. Castagna (L’gatha) .......... (5) J. Johnstone (Maffra) .......... (2) N. Nagel (L’gatha) ............... (0) D. Brunt (Trar) ..................... (2) J. Tait (Maffra) ..................... (2) B. May (Maffra ) .................. (3) B. Graham (Trar) ................. (0) S. Spiteri (Moe) ................... (0) D. O’Connor (Won) ............. (3)

36 35 30 29 27 26 21 21 18 18

UNDER 16 LADDER W

Big Power loss at Maffra IT was the biggest trip of the year, along with possibly one of the biggest games of the year for Wonthaggi Power.

Their round 12 clash against the Maffra Eagles was a tough one and the Power, despite playing reasonable football, were not able to get close to a class opposition on the scoreboard. Maffra set the standard early on; they got first use of the ball and were prepared to run hard for each other. The Power appeared to be blown away as the Eagles piled on six goals before Wonthaggi could get their hands on the football to start to get their score moving. Phil Young and Paul Brosnan were both throwing themselves everywhere, they were tackling strongly and were both rewarded with free kicks. The key talls in Matt Kremmer and Declan Kelly were contesting strongly in the ruck and trying to give their midfielders first use of the ball. However, it wasn’t enough to hold the Eagles, as the margin was already out to 40 points at the first break. The start of the second term saw Maffra again press hard, with players like Hayden Burgiel and Ben

Coleman both leading the way displaying ﬁne skills and great vision across the ground. The Power tried to swing the momentum; they lifted slightly through harder running and some slowing of play. The Power’s defence was being constantly tested. Tim Gedye, Dean Matthews, and Dave Howard were trying everything to stop the ﬂow of goals being produced by the home side and at half time Wonthaggi were down by 10 goals. After the main break the Power came out looking determined to get back into the match. Nat Jones really lifted his side with some courageous marks by the small rover, Ryan Birkett also started to lead strongly and present up forward. Wonthaggi kept maintaining their pressure and tackling, but it wasn’t enough to stop the Eagles from throwing on more goals as their creativeness and open forward line constantly resulted in goals, especially for star full forward Adrian Burgiel who now had seven to his name. Going into the last break the Power seemed exhausted as they had thrown plenty at their opposition in that quarter, but hadn’t received many rewards for their work. Three quarter time score: Wonthaggi 10.3.63 to Maffra 24.11.155. The fourth quarter began with some brilliant play being displayed by one of Wonthaggi’s younger players, Fergus O’Connor, who had really taken some big steps over the past month and was con-

tinuing his impressive form with some handy patches on the day. Maffra kicked away with the match, despite the Power having their fair share of the ball in the ﬁnal term. The Eagles ran away with an easy win over the Power. Final score: Wonthaggi 10.6.66 to Maffra 29.13.187.

Maffra 29.13.187 d Wonthaggi 10.6.66. Maffra best: A. Burgiel, B. Coleman, B. Batalha, G. Jones, D. O’Brien, B. Connelly. Goals: A. Burgiel 9, G. Jones 5, D. O’Brien 3, S. Bullen 3, B. Connelly 3, D. Bedggood 2, K. Killoran 1, C. Robbins 1, N. Davis 1, D. Stubbe 1. Wonthaggi best: B. Young, M. Kremmer, P. Brosnan, C. Jones, F. O’Connor, N. Jones. Goals: M. Kremmer 2, P. Brosnan 2, R. Underwood 1, B. Young 1, R. Birkett 1, S. Asa Leausa 1, J. Olden 1, N. Jones 1. RESERVES Maffra 7.18.60 d Wonthaggi 5.1.31 Top goalkicker: B. Rathnow 3 (Maffra). Maffra best: J. Saunders, J. Matthews, J. McMahon, T. Anderson, B. Langshaw. Wonthaggi best: C. Thomas,

J. Armstrong, L. Jones, A. Blundell, M. Lindsay. UNDER 18s Maffra 11.9.75 d Wonthaggi 7.6.48. Top goalkickers: B. May 3 (Maffra) and D. O’Connor 3 (Wonthaggi). Maffra best: T. Bourke, J. Johnstone, C. Smart, J. Little, B. May, T. Allman. Wonthaggi best: J. Blair, J. Wallace, A. McCall, B. Hughes, D. O’Connor. UNDER 16s Maffra 12.11.83 d Wonthaggi 2.2.14. Top goalkicker: J. Kiss 5 (Maffra). Maffra best: T. Bryan, R. Orchard, N. George, J. Kiss, J. Weatherley, D. Cooper. Wonthaggi best: L. O’Connor, T. Huther, Z. Gilmour, T. Hamilton, M. Kelly, P. Ryan.

L D

Traralgon ......11 0 Maffra ............10 1 Sale .................7 3 Leongatha ......6 5 Warragul .........6 4 Drouin ..............5 5 Morwell ............2 9 Won Power ......1 10 Moe .................0 11

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

940.94 605.56 186.91 181.59 134.27 90.10 33.42 12.46 11.71

44 40 28 24 24 20 8 4 0

GOALKICKERS A. Castagna (L’gatha) ......... (0) J. Kiss (Maffra) .................... (5) N. Graham (Trar) ................. (5) C. Sutton (Trar) ................... (5) D. Prout (Maffra) ................. (0) J. Cunico (Trar) ................... (1) W. Hams (Sale) ................... (2) J. McMillan (Leon) .............. (2) A. Carr (Maffra) ................... (0) A. Heppell (Leon) ................ (2)

40 27 26 25 24 24 23 20 20 20

Other matches SENIORS Morwell 15.17.107 d Traralgon 9.16.70 Drouin 27.13.175 d Moe 6.4.40.

RESERVES Traralgon 7.11.53 d Morwell 8.4.52 Moe 9.7.61 d Drouin 7.10.52.

UNDER 18s Traralgon 22.18.150 d Morwell 1.2.8 Moe 10.5.65 d Drouin 8.9.57.

UNDER 16s Traralgon 18.20.128 d Morwell 0.1.1 Drouin 11.12.78 d Moe 2.2.14.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 6, 2010 - PAGE 57

Table tennis on the rise

By Isaac McCallum

WHEN we think of popular sports, football, netball and cricket spring to mind.

One sport that doesn’t jump at us is table tennis – it is normally associated with fun in the garage. So it is a little known fact that Ping Pong is one of the most popular sports worldwide, with an estimated 900 million people participating in, and watching the sport. And the sport is growing in Leongatha as well, with memberships at the Leongatha Table Tennis gradually increasing year by year. Table tennis promoter Wayne Turner lives and breathes the game. He endorses the game not just in Leongatha, but statewide, and was part of a team that got the sport a place at the Gippsland Sport Academy. “We decided that young kids should have a chance to better their game, and open the pathway for them should they choose to follow it,” Mr Turner said. At the Gippsland Academy, the young

players are taught not only skills for the game, but also receive psychological and nutritional training. “It’s the fastest game in the world, so these young kids need to be taught to sharpen their reﬂexes and intuition,” Mr Turner said. Wayne doesn’t just work with stars - he has been mentoring children at Leongatha for years now, and says he gets the most satisfaction from the improvement of the kids. “We’ve had guys come in before, that aren’t wanted at footy, and are quite inhibited in their social lives, and we get them playing table tennis and they start to grow. “Other people come in, and they might be slightly handicapped and they start to play, thinking they won’t get any better, but then they’ll hit a great shot and the smile on their face is truly rewarding,” Wayne said. The character building side of table tennis is important for Mr Turner, and he is encouraged by the different array of people that the sport brings. “There are some kids who are as young as eight, and others who can be eighty, it really is a sport for anyone to play,” he said. The Keen-Agers competition, that is

run for seniors, is a popular program, and brings people from everywhere who love to play the game. “We’ve had people from Traralgon and as far as Bairnsdale come to play, which is exciting for the sport,” Wayne said. With the memberships increasing, there can be more than 100 people competing in any one week at Leongatha. “The more people realise about the sport, the more members we get, so it’s a bit of a problem that they don’t already know about it,” Mr Turner said. The Table Tennis Association hosted a school holiday program for children, but there were also plenty of Keen-Agers there. The day involved players taking on the robo machine, a machine that ﬁres balls out, and can be set to work on training, as well as other social matches. The day proved to be a success, with seven new members already signing up the next day. The auction night was no different, all of the items up for grabs sold well and the club raised an estimated $3500.

Keen-Agers: Leongatha Table Tennis Association president Ian Rasmussen and Jan Jonas love the game.

Alberton Football League juniors Round 11 - July 4 Under 13 Korumburra-Bena 7.21.63 d M.D.U. 1.0.6, Phillip Island 6.2.38 d Wonthaggi Power 4.10.34,

Leongatha Jnr 5.9.39 d Inverloch-Kongwak 4.6.30, Dalyston 11.9.75 d Kilcunda-Bass 0.0.0.

Under 11 Corner Inlet 2.3.15 d

Korumburra-Bena 1.4.10, Phillip Island 2.6.18 d Wonthaggi Power 1.2.8, Inverloch-Kongwak 4.4.28 d Leongatha Jnr 2.3.15, Dalyston 7.3.45 d Kilcunda-Bass 1.0.6.

Leongatha Under 11 THE Parrots have suffered their ﬁrst defeat of the season, with a shock loss to a slick InverlochKongwak outﬁt.

FOOTY DRAWS ALBERTON Round 15 - July 10 MDU v Kilcunda-Bass Phillip Island v Fish Creek Toora v DWWWW Yarram v Foster Tarwin v Stony Creek Dalyston v Kor-Bena Inv-Kongwak - bye

MID GIPPSLAND Round 14 - July 10 Yarragon v Yall-Yall North Newborough v Morwell East Thorpdale v Trafalgar Yinnar v Boolarra Mirboo North v Hill End

GIPPSLAND Round 13 - July 10 Sale v Traralgon Morwell v Maffra Wonthaggi v Drouin Warragul v Leongatha Moe - bye

ELLINBANK Round 13 - July 10 Buln Buln v Catani Ellinbank v Nyora Koo Wee Rup v Poowong Lang Lang v Nar Nar Goon Neerim South v Cora Lynn Nilma-Darnum v Warragul Ind. Bunyip v Longwarry (Sun) Garﬁeld - bye

Will Chester: playing for Corner Inlet ﬂies high for a mark.

While the Parrots looked good in the ﬁrst quarter - with Tom Brew and Nathan Trotto driving the ball through the middle - they would kick just one point after the ﬁrst break. Jack Dunn was up and about, kicking a long bomb, which Damon Ginnane converted into a goal. Michael McKinnon was stamping his authority in the backline. Clay Alexander had another goal on the scoreboard for the Parrots, after a quick

transference of play. But a goal to I-K just before quarter time kept them well in touch. I-K kicked the ﬁrst goal of the second quarter, giving them momentum. The third quarter saw Zac Caughey lifting. But I-K managed another

major to put them up by ﬁve points. Joel Norton was under every pack and Ben Perry was playing an attacking role across half back. Josh Boler was working hard and putting his body on the line.

In the last quarter the Parrots were ﬁrst into attack, but could only manage a minor score. A further goal to I-K and the game was all over. Final score: Leongatha 2.3.15 to I-K 4.4.28.

Ladders UNDER 13 W L D

W L D

Under pressure: Parrots spearhead Jack Stockdale handballs as an I-K opponent puts the squeeze on him.

Power’s TAC loss “Rocket” THE 2010 TAC Cup season for Loy Yang B Gippsland Power took a disappointing downturn last week when they lost narrowly to Sandringham Dragons.

Under ’Gatha

Once again they took on a team placed higher on the ladder than themselves and it was deﬁnitely a game that they should have won considering the opportunities that they created to score. Both sides had gone the game without their state team representatives, so it was a level playing ﬁeld and optimism was high for the Power based on their most recent game and the improvement that they had shown over the past month. Final scores: Sandringham Dragons 9.6.60 def Loy Yang B Gippsland Power 7.10.52. Goal kickers; Ben Eddy and Dean McDonald 2, Danny Butcher, Damian Hector and Shaun Marusic 1. Dyson Heppell, Tim Northe, Tom Bugg, Hadyn Hector and Jed Lamb, who have been playing for Victorian Country will be available for the Power’s next challenge at TAC Cup level when they take on the Eastern Ranges at Morwell next Sunday. This is a crucial game for the Power as it gives the side a chance to square the ledger with the Ranges after losing narrowly when unable to use the state players due to an amazingly unfair ruling by the people at AFL Victoria.

RODNEY Eade has taken over as coach of the Leongatha Parrots, but only for this Thursday night. Rodney “Rocket” Eade will be taking senior training this Thursday, which will be followed by a dinner at 7.30pm. A two course meal will be available, and there will be a chance to ask questions of the AFL coach. The Western Bulldogs leader has coached and played in over 400 games at AFL level, so has plenty of experience and knowledge on most subjects.

South Gippsland Bridge Meeniyan - Monday evening: 1st Margaret Munro, Ellie McIntyre; 2nd Winsome and Peter Richards; 3rd Kathryn Smith, David Baggallay; 4th Colin Cameron, Clive Hope; 5th Marion Francis. June Metcalf. Tarwin Lower - Tuesday: 1st Frank Arndt, Clive Hope; 2nd Jack Kuiper, Alan Johnston; 3rd Margaret Bray, Marj Freeman; 4th Barbara Axten, Margaret Munro; 5th Bluey Aeschlimann, Dawn Jolly. Inverloch - Friday afternoon: North/south: 1st Jack Kuiper, Althea Drew; 2nd Phillip Chapman, Hilton Jupp; 3rd Ian and Julie MacPhee; 4th Hannah Martin, Leila Bell. East/west: 1st Anne Williams, John Farr; 2nd Margaret Bray, Ian Leonard; 3rd John Sullivan, Alan Johnston; 4th Wendy and David Saleeba.

L’gatha Jnr .......9 2 0 199.68 Dalyston ...........8 3 0 200.69 Won Power ......7 4 0 192.05 Phillip Island ...7 4 0 133.43 Inv-Kongwak ...6 5 0 147.11 Kor-Bena..........5 6 0 131.74 Kil-Bass ............2 9 0 38.70 MDU ...............0 11 0 14.51 Goalkickers B. Atherton (Won) .............. (0) M. Homer (Kil-Bass) .......... (0) K. Kirk (Dalyston) ............... (1) M. Burton (Inv-K’wak) ........ (1) N. Anderson (Inv-K’wak) .... (1) A. Busana (Dalyston) ......... (0) B. Moscript (L’gatha Jnr) .... (0) J. Teakle (Inv-K’wak) .......... (0) J. Ginnane (L’gatha Jnr) ..... (0) J. Bull (Kor-Bena)............... (0) K. Materia (L’gatha Jnr) ...... (1) J. Bulbulian (Won) .............. (1) L. Moore (L’gatha Jnr) ........ (0) H. Suckling (Kor-Bena) ...... (1) UNDER 11 %

L’gatha Jnr .....10 1 0 243.11 Kor-Bena...........9 2 0 261.43 Corner Inlet .....9 2 0 244.37 Dalyston ..........5 6 0 134.87 Inv-K’wak .........5 6 0 89.24 Won Power ......4 7 0 55.16 Phillip Island .......1 9 1 43.09 Kil-Bass ...........0 10 1 11.13 Under 11 goalkickers Z. Caughey (L’gatha Jnr)..... (0) L. Legione (Dalyston).......... (2) X. Duursma (Corner Inlet)... (1) J. Dunn (L’gatha Jnr) ........... (0) B. Rogers (Corner Inlet)...... (0) C. Loughridge (Dalyston) .... (2) D. Ginnane (L’gatha Jnr) ..... (1) N. Trotto (L’gatha Jnr) .......... (0) C. Buckland (Corner Inlet) .. (0) S. Bent (Won) ..................... (0) M. Dyball (Won) .................. (0) J. Virtue (PI) ........................ (1) H. McInnes (Inv-K’wak) ....... (0) Z. Van Delft (L’gatha Jnr)..... (0) J. Patullo (Kor-Bena) ......... (0) J. Patullo (Kor-Bena) ........... (0) M. McGannon (CI) .............. (0)

Pts

36 32 28 28 24 20 8 0 23. 14 13 12 11 11 11 10 10 8 8 8 8 8

Pts

40 36 36 20 20 16 6 2 20 13 11 9 8 8 8 8 7 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6

PAGE 58 - “THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Sea Eagles by four points By Jacob DeKunder

THE Korumburra-Bena Bulldogs were put up to the task of Inverloch-Kongwak after their break last weekend, but lost by four points.

SENIORS LADDER W L D

Pts

Foster.............12 0 0 312.36 Stony Creek.....9 2 1 164.33 Phillip Island ...8 5 0 172.42 Tarwin .............8 4 0 151. 86 MDU .................8 4 0 115.19 Yarram .............7 6 0 125.58 Fish Creek ........7 5 0 105.93 Kor-Bena...........6 6 1 122.37 Kil-Bass ............6 7 0 116.42 Inv-Kongwak .......6 7 0 97.34 Dalyston............2 10 0 78.77 Toora.................1 11 0 31.25 DWWWW..........0 13 0 15.90

48 38 32 32 32 28 28 26 24 24 8 4 0

GOALKICKERS A. Russell (Tarwin) .............. (3) J. Best (Foster) ................... (6) K. Bergles (Tarwin) ............. (6) T. Bartholomew (Foster) ..... (0) J. Swift (Yarram).................. (0) L. Reddie (Inv-K’wak).......... (4) A. Harris (MDU) .................. (0) J. Wells (Kil-Bass) ............... (0) L. McMillan (Stony Creek) .. (1) S. Clark (Kil-Bass) .............. (1)

65 49 42 39 36 35 30 29 28 28

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Pts

310.24 527.69 233.41 223.56 186.81 131.52 130.37 57.56 81.74 58.37 28.07 42.40 11.43

48 44 36 36 36 28 28 20 16 16 12 4 0

GOALKICKERS J. Jackson (Inv-K’wak) ........ (2) B. Mitchell (Fish Creek) ...... (5) J. Dowie (Inv-K’wak) ........... (2) K. Taylor (PI) ....................... (1) S. Ramsey (Dalyston) ......... (1) D. Smith (Foster) ................. (1) R. Provan (Kor-Bena) ......... (1) M. Cantwell (MDU) ............. (0) D. Burge (Stony Creek) ....... (4) J. Paterson (Kor-Bena) ....... (1) R. Durkin(Yarram) ............... (1)

64 38 36 26 24 23 22 22 19 19 19

Inv-K’wak .......12 1 Kor-Bena.........11 2 Phillip Island ...9 4 Stony Creek.....9 3 Fish Creek .......9 3 Foster...............7 5 MDU .................7 5 Kil-Bass ............5 8 Dalyston............4 8 Yarram ..............4 9 Toora.................3 9 Tarwin .............1 11 DWWWW........0 13

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

UNDER 18 LADDER W L D

Phillip Island .13 0 Kor-Bena........12 1 Foster.............10 2 Dalyston ..........8 4 Toora ................8 4 MDU ...............7 5 Kil-Bass ............5 8 Yarram ..............5 8 Stony Creek ......4 8 Tarwin ...............4 8 Inv-K’wak ........2 11 DWWWW........2 11 Fish Creek .....1 11

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

Pts

332.09 353.85 257.18 152.00 111.09 115.7 84.09 82.07 97.19 46.55 55.65 49.34 23.32

52 48 40 32 32 28 20 20 16 16 8 8 4

GOALKICKERS T. Sorrell (Kor-Bena) ........... (4) 36 D. Johnston (PI) .................. (2) 35 I. Osman (Kor-Bena) ........... (6) 34 J. Prowd (Foster) ................ (5) 24 D. Willimas (Foster) ............. (0) 24 R. Coulthard (Yarram) ......... (4) 22 M. Edwards (Kor-Bena) ...... (2) 20 M. Howell (Foster)............... (0) 20 J. Meade (Kor-Bena)......... . (1) 19 J. Rippingale (Kor-Bena).... (2) 18) R. Johnson (Inv-K’wak) ....... (0) 18

The muddy conditions saw a cracker of a game with high energy and a nail biting final quarter. This was also Korumburra-Bena’s first chance to show off their new electronic scoreboard. Both teams started the game with high energy in the muddy conditions. The Sea Eagles were the first to make a mark on the scoreboard with the opening goal from Luke Reddie. This was closely followed be another two goals by Inverloch-Kongwak to give them an early lead. Efforts from the Bulldogs players were unable to stop the force of the Sea Eagles as they kicked another two goals to round out the quarter and have a lead of 32 against the scoreless Bulldogs. The second quarter brought drizzling rain and better form for Korumburra-Bena. Cade Maskell started the scoring for the home team with two goals early in the second. The Sea Eagles’ defence was doing a good job minimising scoring opportunities, but despite this the Bulldogs’ Langley was able to convert. Another late unanswered goal for KorumburraBena from Alger brought the margin back to just six points at the main break. The sun came out in the third and Krause for Inverloch-Kongwak wasted no time in scoring a goal. This was answered by a goal from Langley after a good passage of play from the Bulldogs. Both teams were playing at a high intensity and were going hard for the ball. A goal from Korumburra-Bena’s Hopkins tied the game at 41 points. The Sea Eagles were able to kick their way out of trouble though, with three late goals to draw the lead out to 18 points at three quarter time. The fourth quarter started with energy and two early Bulldogs goals from Staples and Paterson followed by another goal from Alger put the home team up by one point.

Mud wrestling: I-K’s Aaron Powell and the Bulldogs’ Brett Kelly have a small disagreement during the teams’ clash on Saturday. A goal from James Kyle for Korumburra-Bena brought them to their biggest lead for the game of seven points. The Bulldogs’ lead however was short lived after a magniﬁcent check side goal from the Sea Eagles’ Will Rankin brought the margin back to one point. The crowd were on the edge on their seats as Krause kicked the goal to put Inverloch-Kongwak in the lead in the dying minutes of the game. As the ﬁnal siren sounded the margin stood at four points to the Sea Eagles’ advantage and left the Bulldogs to lick their wounds from the high energy game. Final scores: Korumburra-Bena 10.7.67 def by Inverloch-Kongwak 11.5.71.

Fish Creek trounces Toora FISH Creek thrashed Toora on an overcast day with a westerly wind at Toora with the ground heavy, but mostly firm. Toora moved the ball into attack and a goal to Brad Stone in the first minute of the game. From the ball up, Fish Creek took the ball away and had a goal to Graham in the second minute. The game settled down after this and it took some time before a mark to Fish Creek’s Law from a bad kick in saw their second goal. Robert Smith was doing for Fish Creek early around the centrefield and he snapped four for the day. Toora was well served in defence all day by McGuiness and Barwick

but they struggled to get the ball past their half forward line. Quarter time: Toora 1.0 to Fish Creek 5.5. The lack of a dominant forward for Toora was further demonstrated in the second quarter when Fish Creek took control of the game, kicking eight goals to two points. Christopher Graham, in a best on ground effort, was providing Fishy with plenty of drive and they had targets in Blake Anderson, Cameron Brown, Smith and Law who all kicked goals. The Toora cause was made more difﬁcult by the loss of forward Steve Kohlman with a shoulder injury. The three Gs: Grant, Grylls and Glowrey were giving Toora some drive around the centre, but

the Fishy half forward line stopped most of the attacks. Half time: Toora 1.2 to Fish Creek 13.9. The second half of the game was more even, with two goals apiece in the third quarter. Toora’s goals came via Maurilli-Pullen 30 seconds apart from some undisciplined Fish Creek play. Toora seemed to have lifted and some of the early dominant Fish Creek players faded. Three quarter time: Toora 3.2 to Fish Creek 15.11. The last quarter saw the players tire in the heavy going and most seemed content to play the game out. Fish Creek probably had more of the play, but to the Toora defence’s credit

UNDER 15 LADDER W L D

Pts

Kil-Bass .......13 0 0 1131.03 Dalyston .........11 1 0 565.06 Kor-Bena........10 3 0 483.93 Phillip Island ...9 4 0 280.78 Fish Creek .......9 3 0 207.25 Yarram .............7 6 0 107.87 MDU .................5 6 1 102.00 Inv-Kongwak .....5 7 1 101.67 Foster ...............4 8 0 44.69 Stony Creek ......3 9 0 43.80 Toora...............2 10 0 44.59 Tarwin .............2 10 0 21.70 DWWWW.........0 13 0 3.82

52 44 40 36 36 28 22 22 16 12 8 8 0

GOALKICKERS J. Hopkins (Kor-Bena)......... (4) J. Thomas (Dalyston) .......... (1) T. Smith (Fish Creek) .......... (1) J. Read (Kil-Bass) ............... (0) T. Bone (Kil-Bass) ............... (0) J. Dakin (Kil-Bass) .............. (2) D. Blackney (Kil-Bass) ........ (2) A. Officer (PI) ...................... (0) L. Johnson (Inv-K’wak) ....... (1) C. Smith (Kil-Bass) ............. (0)

50 32 30 29 28 27 25 23 20 20

In a crowd: B. Roberts (Fish Creek) breaks away from three Toora opponents.

they were mostly unable to add to their score. Final score: Toora 4.3 to Fish Creek 17.12. Fish Creek are just out of the six on percentage but they have a tough run home and will need to improve if they are to play ﬁnals this year. Toora play the Allies at home next Saturday and will be hoping for a much needed win.

Fish Creek 17.12.114 d Toora 4.3.27. Fish Creek best: C. Graham, J. Danckert, T. Price, J. Staley, M. Hardy, T. Manne. Goals: R. Smith 4, B. Anderson 3, J. Law 2, C. Brown 2, J. Danckert 2, P. Mueller 1, J. Staley 1, C. Graham 1, M. Watkins 1. Toora best: L. Grylls, D. Barwick, N. Green, B. Zanella, T. Allott, T. Kirwan. Goals: J. Maurilli-Pullin 2, B. Stone 1, L. Green 1. RESERVES Fish Creek 17.19.121 d Toora & District 4.4.28. Fish Creek best: C. Bawden, B. Mitchell, A. Hamilton, M. Danckert, C. Smith, S. Smith. Toora best: W. Wright, M. Daley, C. Hilder, P. Hollier, T. McSherry, J. Cripps. Top Goalkicker: B. Mitchell (Fish Creek) 5. UNDER 18s Fish Creek 5.12.42 d Toora 5.8.38. Fish Creek best: C. Park, J. Shaw, M. Clark, R. Musinskas, B. Demaria, S. Buckland. Toora best: J. Griffin, S. Brett, V. Ditta, B. Scammell, C. Hanratty, B. Doran. Top Goalkickers: C. Park (Fish Creek) 2, B. Doran (Toora) 2. UNDER 15s Fish Creek 9.5.59 d Toora & District 2.1.13. Fish Creek best: J. Flanders, T. Smith, J. O'Sullivan, H. Buckland, G. Park, P. Vuillermin. Toora best: K. Holmes, B. Doran, L. Anderson-Luxford, D. Greaves, K. Morgan, V. Ditta. Top Goalkicker: E. Park (Fish Creek) 3.

Inverloch-Kongwak 11.5.71 d Korumburra-Bena 10.7.67. I-K best: A. Cross, B. Hayes, A. Sadler, W. Taberner, C. McCaughan, D. Kilpatrick. Goals: L. Reddie 4, T. Krause 2, L. Rankin 1, N. Cant 1, D. Kilpatrick 1, W. Rankin 1, A. Sadler 1. Kor-Bena best: J. Hopkins, T. Smith, R. Nunziato, S. Bray, J. Kyle, D. Wyhoon. Goals: C. Langley 2, C. Maskell 2, D. Alger 2, R. Staples 1, S. Paterson 1, J. Hopkins 1, J. Kyle 1. RESERVES I-K10.3.63 d Kor-Bena 6.3.39. I-K best: R. Tegg, T. Thornby, B. Withers, M. Shaw, D. Connelly, R. Minns. Kor-Bena best: J. Paterson, G. Odgers, A. Miller, L. Allott, N. Auddino, D. Muir.

Top Goalkicker: L.Allot (Kor-Bena) 5. UNDER 18s Korumburra-Bena 22.16.148 d Inverloch-Kongwak 2.1.13. Korumburra-Bena best: B. Fitzpatrick, J. Smith, T. Findlay, A. Snooks, T. Mayo, T. Sorrell. Inverloch-Kongwak best: B. Rigby, Z. Fowler, L. Johnstone, D. Trewin, D. Hewitson, J. Allen. Top Goalkicker: I.Osman (KorBena) 6. UNDER 15s Kor-Bena 14.14.98 d I-K 4.2.26. Kor-Bena best: A. O'Neill, K. Cosson, J. Harris, S. Lacy, J. Macri, J. Hopkins. I-K best: X. Phyland, J. Burton, S. Worthy, A. Grant, J. Kershaw, L. Johnson. Top Goalkicker: J. Hopkins (KorBena) 4.

Yarram’s trophy NEIGHBOURING clubs Allies and Yarram met at Devon in the annual Jim Lanigan Challenge match with the visitors going home with the sought after trophy. In the 13 matches to date the Allies lead Yarram seven to six and with Yarram recording wins in the past two seasons. Kyron Rendell ran onto the Alberton West oval for his 300th game, and after the match was presented with the match ball to commemorate his milestone. Conditions at Alberton West were excellent and the mild weather made it a great day’s entertainment. Both teams had players missing through injury but the Allies fought hard to make a competitive effort. Yarram led by ﬁve goals at quarter time and extended the lead to 10 by the halfway mark. The Allies worked hard in defence and the younger players provided plenty of solid work and via Gerald Riley, Haydn Langeweig and Ed Tatnell they picked possessions but couldn’t break the centre line wall set up by Yarram. The last term was fairly even, with Yarram kicking ﬁve goals to the Allies’ two, but the visitors teamwork, set plays and run-on game was just too good. Yarram had won a tough game which was played in great spirit and Coral Lanigan was on hand to present the Lanigan Shield to Yarram president Paul Clavarino.

Yarram 23.16.154 d DWWWW 5.2.32. Yarram best: C. Bruns, J. Parry, R. Coulthard, W. Jenkins, B. Lynch, D. Clavarino. Yarram goals: W. Jenkins 6, B. Lynch 4, C. Sutherland 3, R. Coulthard 3, J. Swift 2, C. Bruns 1, M. Earles 1, L. Borne 1, B. Dyke 1, J. Anderson 1. DWWWW best: M. O'Sullivan, R. Griffiths, H. Langeweg, D. McKean, S. Raspin, G. Riley. DWWWW goals: G. Riley 1, D. Herft 1, P. Griffiths 1, M. O'Sullivan 1, A. Barker 1. RESERVES Yarram 9.11.65 d DWWWW 4.3.27. Yarram best: M. Smallwood, B. McMahon, T. Smith, T. Reid, W. Coulthard, W. Bland. DWWWW best: B. Brooks, B. Smith, G. Griffiths, S. Thomas, J.

Jackson, T. Hunter. Top Goalkicker: W. Bland (Yarram) 2. UNDER 18s Yarram 9.13.67 d DWWWW 2.6.18. Yarram best: M. Clavarino, S. Rendell, J. Anderson, A. Holt, D. Coulthard, M. Mason. DWWWW best: J. James, B. Ferguson, R. Stainer, B. Reed, A. Parry, D. Vardy. Top Goalkicker: R. Coulthard (Yarram) 4. UNDER 15s Yarram 19.14.128 d DWWWW 3.1.19. Yarram best: Not supplied. DWWWW best: D. Skarratt, B. Mobbs, B. Maher, A. Moore, S. Gamlin, B. O'Loughlin. DWWWW goals: B. O'Loughlin 1, A. O'Sullivan 1, K. Hanning 1.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, July 6, 2010 - PAGE 59

Lions maul Dalyston STONY Creek looked set to have a struggle on their hands at quarter time in Saturday’s match against Dalyston.

But they edged away slowly from the Magpies in the second quarter before running away from them in the last half. The up side of the game for Dalyston was once again the baby boomers who are leading the way. Clay Tait, Blake Carew, Bob Beaton and Tylah Osbaldeston all had a job to do and competed well, and also Jesse Beasley who was a late call-up to play his first senior game. Dalyston had the better of Stony Creek in the first quarter, stifling the Stony Creek ball carriers. Nick Garnham made his presence felt, breaking open packs early in the second quarter. His bullocking play helped get the ball forward and Leigh Wilkinson soon had his second. Dalyston continued to attack and a shot from Jesse Beasley was marked by Stony Creek on the line. When Mark Garnham marked a stray Stony Creek kick he drilled our second goal. But the Lions got going shortly after, thanks to forwards Lucas McMillan and Justin Shields who added three goals between them in quick time. Dalyston went from being in the driver’s seat to being very pedestrian and the saviour of the half time bell saw them behind by 19 points. Although the deficit was not insurmountable, one and a half good quarters were undone by a poor final ten minutes of the half. With the Magpies’ third quarter being their low point in most games, a win was needed at least to break even to have a chance in the game. But Stony Creek had their tails up and had players willing to run and work on their way to kicking 4.2 for the quarter while Dalyston didn’t bother the scorers. Although at times the Magpies’ effort and endeavour was still there, it was more individualised efforts as the teamwork had fallen away. Brenton Byrnes produced a fantastic quarter

Intensity: Dalyston’s Jack Stuart ﬁghts for possession. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning @www.fourcornersframing.biz of footy during the third term, kicking three goals and proving unstoppable everywhere he went. Stony Creek must have taken their kicking boots off at three quarter time, because they managed to score two goals six in the last term.

They still ran out winners by 67 points, and will take some momentum into their game with Tarwin next week. For Dalyston, they’ll take on Korumburra at home in what should be another challenging match.

Foster has another big win FOSTER travelled to Shark Park on Saturday and after a top class display remain undefeated. The Sharks got off to a ﬂyer in excellent conditions. Tarwin with the aid of a slight breeze were in

control early and raced away to a 29 point lead, kicking eight goals to three goals in a fast and furious ﬁrst quarter. Quarter time score: Tarwin 8.3.51 to Foster 3.4.22. Foster stung into action kicked ﬁve goals in

the opening 10 minutes of the second quarter to regain the lead and in a stunning turnaround kicked 11 goals to one goal to lead by 34 points at half time. Half time score: Tarwin 9.5.59 to Foster 14.9.93.

The Tigers running in waves completely swamped the Sharks. They had winners all over the ground and their forwards converted the many opportunities presented to them. Foster dominated the second half of the game, kicking another seven goals to two, to win the quarter by an impressive 73 points after being 29 points down at quarter time. Final score: Tarwin 11.7.73 lt Foster 21.20.146. Foster were led by their onballers Bowman, Everington and Grylls with Best (6) and Eddy (5) the leading goalkickers in an all-round team performance. Cameron was in everything for Tarwin, with Bergles the leading goalkicker with six goals.

Foster 21.20.146 d Tarwin 11.7.73.

Soaring: Nick NcRae (Tarwin) and J. Bowman (Foster). Photo courtesy Wendy Watts.

Foster best: J. Bowman, S. Everington, N. Grylls, J. Best, B. Rooney, S. Hawking. Goals: J. Best 6, B. Eddy 5, T. Howe 3, N. Grylls 2, J. Stevenson 2, S. Everington 1, D. Langstaff 1, B. Angwin 1. Tarwin best: T. Cameron, K. Bergles, A. Jelbart, J. Cann, S. McMicking, N. McRae. Goals: K. Bergles 6, A. Russell 3, W. Blundy 1, J. Cann 1. RESERVES Foster 6.7.43 d Tarwin 6.5.41. Foster best: J. Williams, M. Lothian, M. Eales, M. Andrews, E. Davies. Tarwin best: M. Carter, T. Lomax, B. Hasell, M. Owen, J. Van Dillen, T. Giroud. Top Goalkicker: L. Galle (Foster) 4. UNDER 18s Foster 10.10.70 d Tarwin 3.3.21. Foster best: J. Prowd, W. Aitken, D. Vandyke, J. Lowe, D. Clearihan-Jervies, J. Chaseling. Tarwin best: J. McKenzie-Edwards, W. Nye, N. Browne, E. Charles, J. Holness, J. Wilkinson. Top Goalkicker: J. Prowd (Foster) 5. UNDER 15s Foster 6.6.42 d Tarwin 2.6.18. Foster best: B. Hutchison, J. Rochforte, B. Green, R. Prain, G. Rerden, B. Wake. Tarwin best: J. Bell, K. Robinson, C. Ginkel, L. Thwaites, T. Watts, H. Dubberley. Top Goalkicker: E. Staley, M. Green (Foster) 2.

Kilcunda 4.1.25 d Phillip Island 1.9.15. Kilcunda-Bass best: C. Endres, J. Attenborough, S. O’Bryan, J. Evans, D. Foss, P. Lange. Goals: S. Clark 1, B. Vague 1, P. Lange 1, K. Ricketts 1. Phillip Island Best: B. Vernon, Z. Vernon, S. McDonnell, C. Dykes, J. Youle, T. Daff. Goals: T. Daff 1. RESERVES Phillip Island 5.3.33 d K-B 4.4.28. Phillip Island best: J. Turner, J. Guilmartin, J. Hamilton, T. Richards, J. Smith, A. Wolfenden. K-B best: G. Plier, J. Tregear, D. Cox, L. Woolford, L. Demunk, L. Smith. Top Goalkickers: J. Turner (Phillip Island), L.Woolford (K-B) 2. UNDER 18 Phillip Island 3.10.28 d Kilcunda Bass 3.3.21. Phillip Island best: T. Cole, C. Procter, M. Jones, M. Guy, D. Garton, D. Johnston. Kilcunda-Bass best: D. Crawford, J. Born, J. MacIntyre, D. Chapman, L. Golby, B. Petrie. Top Goalkicker: D. Johnston (Phillip Island) 2. UNDER 15 Kilcunda-Bass 4.7.31 d Phillip Island 4.0.24. Kilcunda Bass best: C. Smith, J. Read, J. Andersen, N. Arney, J. Turner, J. O’Shea-Playne. Phillip Island best: S. Horvath, A. Cook, J. Kartinyeri, A. Watcham, C. Plant, B. Johnston. Top Goalkickers: J.Dakin, D.Blackney (K-B) S. Horvath (Phillip Island) 2.

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Panthers in hard slog

KILCUNDA-Bass defeated Phillip Island in a low scoring match at home.

Terrible conditions caused by recent rain and three games left it resembling a mud flat. The conditions made for an old-fashioned slog which led to a low scoring final result. The start of the match gave a glimpse of what was to come, as play was restricted to packs of players and rushed kicks forward to gain metres. Whilst both sides were winning their fair share of the ball, the home side capitalised on a lucky break to kick the first goal. McDonnell was using his strong body to get the ball going the Island’s way, but the forward line was failing to function effectively. The Panthers made the most of the forward entries by kicking another goal. Quarter time: Phillip Island 0.1.1: KilcundaBass 2.1.13. The second quarter began with the Bulldogs on top, working the ball forward of centre and creating scoring opportunities. But the Island could not make the most of these opportunities and could only scramble through behinds. The Panthers’ one score for the quarter was a goal while the Island kicked five costly behinds. Half time: Phillip Island 0.6.6 - KilcundaBass 3.1.19. After half time the Bulldogs came out hard, B.Vernon and Youle were giving 100 per-cent effort inspiring team-mates. The team got a breakthrough with a ball bombed forward kicked off the ground from inside the goal square by Daff. The Bulldogs were smashing the home side in inside 50s, but the Panthers’ defence held firm. The home side then managed to get the ball forward for a set shot, which was successful. Three quarter time: Phillip Island 1.6.12 Kilcunda-Bass 4.1.25. The final quarter continued on as a scrappy slog. The Bulldogs were throwing everything at the Panthers, but could not find the reward from their efforts as the home side played with a more defensive mindset Seniors: Phillip Island 1.9.15 lost to KilcundaBass 4.1.25.

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Invy to host AFL flag By Isaac McCallum THE 2010 Alberton Football League Grand Final will be played at Inverloch. After a meeting on Monday night, the league executives have named Inverloch as the most suitable playing arena, due to the ground’s surface and neutrality. With the expectation that Foster will be participating in the premiership playoff, league president John Schelling said Inverloch offered a fantastic solution. “Our number one priority was to find a neutral ground, and we’ve found that. “Inverloch has the best playing surface, and it’s also a major town, which helps the caterers with their preparation,” Mr Schelling said. Inverloch-Kongwak Football Club president Andrew Burns said the club was “very happy” to be hosting the grand final, and says that they’ll be well prepared. “We’ve hosted finals before, and we’ve got enough room inside and around the ground, as well as outside the reserve to host the crowd,” he said. Whilst the possibility of Inverloch-Kongwak having a side in the grand final did not weigh into the decision, Mr Burns said it would be good for the club. “It’s great for the town to host the grand final, and I guess from a club perspective it would be good to have a side in it, but it had nothing to do with the decision,” he said. The Inverloch-Kongwak Reserves side was premiers last year, and is performing strongly again this season, with just one loss to their name after 12 matches. A huge crowd is expected as always, and the catering will be supplied by the DWWWW Football Club. “The decision for the venue and caterers has to be made eight weeks before the grand final so the club can get a liquor licence,” Mr Schelling said. A huge crowd packed the Foster Showgrounds last year to witness the David and Goliath battle between Stony Creek and Wonthaggi. It will be interesting to see if a similar amount of spectators arrive at the gate to witness the 2010 grand final. Finals venues: August 21 - Elimination final 3v6 at Foster (catering Foster). August 22 - Elimination final 4v5 at Stony Creek (MDU). August 28 - 2nd semi final 1v2 at Tarwin (Tarwin). August 29 - 1st semi final at Dalyston (Kor-Bena). September 4 - Preliminary final at Fish Creek (Toora). September 11 - Grand final at Inverloch-Kongwak (DWWWW). (Subject to change depending on ladder placement and ground conditions.)

One down: Collingwood debut player Jarryd Blair from Wonthaggi gets a quick handball away under pressure from West Coast’s Matthew Pridus. Blair had to run with Pridus in the last quarter. Also pictured are Alan Didak and Jack Anthony. Photo courtesy Herald Sun.

Blair debuts for Pies JARRYD Blair made his much anticipated debut for Collingwood in the Pies’ 83 point demolition of the West Coast Eagles at Etihad Stadium on Saturday night. Blair took his chance when he came into the side following the withdrawal on Friday night of Steele Sidebotham with a calf injury. And Blair is certain to come under the spotlight again after his dream debut where he had 16 disposals, eight of them contested, only two behind ball magnet Luke Ball. Blair’s fierce attack on the ball has quickly won the respect of his teammates. Blair almost scored his first goal in league football with his first kick but his shot 40 metres out resulted in a behind. He will certainly be in selector’s thoughts when they discuss the team for this Friday night’s contest against Port Adelaide at AAMI Stadium. But it is just as hard to break in as stay in the Collingwood side of 2010 which briefly stood at number two on the ladder before St Kilda defeated Melbourne. Players to come back into the side include Josh Fraser, Paul Medhurst and Steele Sidebotham. Blair, from Wonthaggi, has defied the thoughts of some that, at 172cm, he was too

short for AFL football. Blair said on the weekend that he used that talk for extra motivation. “I grew up idolising blokes like Shane Crawford (174cm) and height wasn’t an issue for him.” “I just keep plugging away and hopefully it falls your way” Blair, the 2008 joint TAC Cup best and fairest winner, who has been playing in the Collingwood seconds since the start of 2009, never lost the dream that he would one day debut for the seniors. “Eighteen months on the rookie list and you don’t know whether it is going to happen, but for it to pay off is pretty exciting and encouraging to keep working from here.” Blair enjoys winning plenty of “inside ball” but the coaches are pretty keen for him to work on the “outside bit” as well. “I certainly enjoy that inside sort of stuff, but Mick talks about multi-positional players and you don’t just want to be an inside player.” Blair was cheered on at the game by his mother and father Neil and Judy Blair. “We thought he did very well. He had a good effort in the last quarter when he ran with Matthew Pridus,” Judy told the Star. “Jarryd was elevated from the rookie list

last Wednesday and is now on the player’s list until the end of the season. We’ll see how things progress from there.” “It was nearly a dream start to his ﬁrst game with a chance to get a goal with his ﬁrst kick in football but it just missed.” Blair shares a house with teammate and fellow South Gippslander Tristin Francis. Francis has been performing well in thw Collingwood seconds but a couple of niggling injuries has interrupted his momentum.

Good spray: this is the kind of spray you want to have! Jarryd Blair celebrates with Collingwood teammates after debuting successfully on the weekend with 16 disposals. Photo courtesy Herald Sun.