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Tree triumph THE famous 100 year old Illawarra Flame Tree was relocated within the new Aldi supermarket site in Leongatha last Thursday, after a successful community campaign to save the icon. Leading the charge were from left, Thelma Arnup and Richard Lester, who praised the community and The Star for their support. They raised glasses in a toast with aboricultural consultant Nicholas Rivett, of njr and associates, and arborist Peter Bateman, of Arborzone. Full story on page 5.
SPLASHING OUT Wonthaggi wins race for pool By Laura Gibb THE Bass Coast Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Wonthaggi will be upgraded, but the Phillip Island pool will only be built if the community raises half the funds. That decision resulted from Bass Coast Shire Council’s study of the feasibility of operating two aquatic facilities in the shire. The announcement at last Wednesday’s council meeting met with qualified approval from Phillip Island Aquatic Centre Fund In-
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nity fundraising or government grants in the form of cash funds to the value of at least 50 per cent of the first stage of construction, and the same community fundraising input for further stages. Bass Coast Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Wonthaggi will be redeveloped as long as the first stage includes construction of a new, 10 lane, 25 metre pool. The cost will be known at the July council meeting. Mr Turner said Phillip Island residents may feel it was unfair they should have to raise additional funds. Continued on page 8.
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Superstar rocks MUSICAL heaven was created when Jesus Christ Superstar opened to thunderous applause on opening night last Saturday in Wonthaggi.
Spirits were lifted as leading light Tom Green, a vision as Jesus, led the packed house at the Wonthaggi Arts Centre on an emotional journey in Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s raunchy resurrection of this timeless classic. He had the audience spellbound with his beautiful voice and awe inspiring stage presence. Newcomer Tom, still only 19, had a huge task in his first major role, not only to nail some of the most demanding songs in the show but to also convince the audience he was the Messiah and that he did with ease. Tom was an absolute knockout and deserved the standing ovation following his brilliant performance. From sadness in the song Poor Jersualem to agony in the crucifixion, perhaps the best and most stirring scene in the production, Tom shone. He teamed superbly with Kerryn Lockhart (Mary Magdalene) the comforter and protector of Jesus. She consoles his
troubled spirit early in the story, tenderly singing Everything’s Alright and you couldn’t hear a pin drop when she sang the all time greats, I Don’t Know How to Love Him and Could We Start Again, Please? Kerryn is just captivating on stage, every bit the professional, her singing sublime, she looked beautiful and is well up the there with the best on stage. In one of the most demanding and challenging roles in the show Tim Gessel as the tough guy Judas Iscariot, well known for betraying his onetime mentor with a fatal kiss, put in a strong performance. And some of the real surprises came from Newhaven College teachers Amanda Price who was dynamic as the burqa clad Simon, Will Hanley (Herod) wowed all and provided comic relief with the bright and colourful King Herod’s Song, backed by a small troupe of vibrant and talented female dancers. Simon Furness was awesome and menacing in this role as Pilate. The priests too deserve a mention. They looked fabulous in their robes and big fur trimmed hats, created by the amazing Colin Mitchell, costume designer.
The sets and lighting were superb, the creative work of set designer Tad Hendry and lighting experts Ewan Cole and Trevor Wyhoon. Director Wayne Moloney, his amazing cast and crew have delivered another top show for South Gippsland.
Alleluia: Wonthaggi’s own Tom Green lit up the stage in the title role in Jesus Christ Superstar that opened last Saturday night. See a gallery of photos on The Great Southern Star Facebook and like our page.
New blood for Lyric’s latest BLOOD Brothers, one of London’s most popular musicals playing for just under 25 years, will be staged in Leongatha in September.
This show started as a simple production in a school hall before being further developed, so it’s apt Leongatha Lyric Theatre’s
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directed the big Wizard of Oz production last year for Lyric, but he is looking forward to the challenge. And a challenge it will be for Peter, who will be on the lookout for 15 talented performers who have to be strong vocally, be able to act and move well. While Peter already has some people in mind, he is looking forward to auditions starting Sunday, June 1 for some real surprises. “It is a fast moving show. There is a lot of light and dark and the story is very moving and highly charged. The chorus people will have multiple roles and it will be a great production to be involved in,” Peter said.
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“Awesome moment”
“THIS is an awesome moment for Leongatha,” said Thelma Arnup last Friday, greeting the successful relocation of the Illawarra Flame Tree on the Aldi construction site in Leongatha. “The town is known for its trees and we have lost so many lately. It is fabulous to see one saved. “And I am so impressed with Aldi.” When Aldi’s plans were made public in April 2013, Mrs Arnup said she was ready to handcuff herself to the 100 year old tree to save it. So an air of excitement pervaded the long awaited relocation of the celebrity tree on Thursday to its new home, 30 metres away. Camera touting locals lined the fences and as the operation began it was clear this was not a simple lift and drop side show, but a highly complex operation that would, and did, take most of the day. With preparations complete, the lift began at 10.30am and the tree, no doubt with a sigh of relief, was settled into its new bed at 3.30pm. The heavens shone over-
night with the first persistent rain in many weeks as if to water the tree in. Arborculturalist Nicholas Rivett, in charge of the operation, said there were issues during the move. “It isn’t easy to get straps under a tree of this size and there were adjustments needed throughout the move,” he said. “A couple of stabilising ratchet straps which exceeded their working load broke with loud reports and onlookers thought it was the tree. “Including the soil ball, the weight of the tree was 32 tonne, close to estimates.”
When Aldi’s plans for a supermarket on the site were made public in April 2013, support fell behind a group determined to save the Illawarra Flame Tree, indigenous to the sub tropical Illawarra region of NSW and the only specimen in Leongatha. Aldi attracted widespread praise for its instant response: the tree would be saved. Mrs Arnup says, “The day Aldi took over the site they rang me to tell me to get my group together, for a meeting.” ► Richard Lester thanks many, page 12.
Iconic spot: Charlotte Berryman (left) from Leongatha and her daughter Ellen Berryman of Glen Iris took time out to enjoy a barbecue among the spectacular autumn colour at Mossvale Park, Berrys Creek recently. “Mum enjoys her garden and the trees, and enjoys coming up here,” Ellen said.
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Loch Primary celebrates 125 AFTER six months in the planning, ex-students flocked from far and wide to Loch Primary School on Sunday to mark the school’s 125th anniversary celebrations.
An early heavy down pour of rain made things wet underfoot but the skies cleared and the day was set to be a great success, as attendees perused the memorabilia and swapped stories of times past.
Young and old: from left, Greg Bull, the current principal at Loch Primary School, with the oldest surviving student to have attended the school where he started in 1936, Jack Burgess. Jack lives at the Killara Hostel in Koo Wee Rup. Behind them, students of the school prepare to sing the national anthem. Converging from everywhere: from left, Julie Lindmark (nee Porter), Brisbane; Mandy Hanratty (nee Cook), Yarram; Russel Duncomb and wife Barbara Duncomb (nee Porter), Cobram; Bill Gree, Loch; and Ann Kerr, Loch Primary School teacher’s aide.
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COAL Creek Community Park and Museum is increasingly becoming a destination in its own right, with events around the year drawing visitors. Lion pride: from left, market manager Hannah Quilford, Inverloch Lions Club president Ken Aly and fellow Lion Gary McAinch at the Inverloch Community Farmers’ Market on Sunday. The Inverloch Lions Club now manages the market and plans to expand the market and make it even more community based.
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There are many good reasons to visit the park at Korumburra. The Mechanics Institute with it fully fenced playground is a popular children’s party venue. On Thursday nights, a board and online gamers group is held, and there is also a school holiday program as part of the park’s community engagements program. More than 1200 school students passed through the park in May and there are already been 700 booked for June. An exhibition of local photographer, Ken Fraser’s South Gippsland landscapes opens on June 8.
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Pay dispute as turbine goes up By Brad Lester BALD Hills Wind Farm should pay more council rates than proposed to reduce the community’s rates burden and benefit South Gippsland, an opponent has claimed.
The Star has been told South Gippsland Shire Council will miss out on a chance to secure more money in the face of tough financial times and a prospective general rate rise of 5.5 percent next financial year. Tarwin Lower’s Ian Gunn felt council deserved more rates than the $130,000 Bald Hills Wind Farm proposes to pay, in addition to rates to be paid by the owners of the land on which the wind farm is located. While the rates the $400 million wind farm will pay are yet to be determined, project manager Matthew Croome told council last Wednesday he expects the wind farm will contribute more than $130,000. Mr Gunn was surprised. “I’m amazed as to the amount (proposed to be) received by the shire: $130,000 for a $400 million industrial enterprise,” he said. “The ratepayers of South Gippsland are being short changed. We are facing significant rate increases and here’s a huge multinational
who gets away with minimal rates. “Our roads, facilities and potential development projects need urgent funding. The Victorian Government is cutting the shires’ budgets. We need investments that pay fair rates.” The site near Tarwin Lower is currently zoned farming. But once the wind farm is completed, rates can be charged either on the basis of an industrial zoning or as per a formula in the Electricity Industry Act 2000, at the request of Bald Hills Wind Farm. A council spokesperson said rates will be calculated on the property once the wind farm is completed and all details are known. “If the Electricity Industry Act option is nominated then this calculation can be completed once we have the relevant information from the ratepayer,” the spokesperson said. “It would be inappropriate for us to speculate on rates payable on a property when we do not have all the necessary information and have not had the discussion with the ratepayer.” Mr Croome suggested the wind farm would seek the formula option. “We will be finalising those details as we get closer,” he said. Mr Croome said he did not expect the land on which the wind farm is built to be rezoned. Addressing council last
Wednesday, Mr Croome said the wind farm is expected to be finished by June 2015, with some turbines generating electricity before then. The first turbine is now under construction. The wind farm will produce enough electricity to cater for 62,000 homes and Mr Croome said carbon emissions from manufacturing and transporting turbines, and construction would be offset within the first six months of operation. The wind farm will save the equivalent of 335,000 tonnes of CO2 of emissions if the same amount of electricity had been generated by coal. So far, more than 500 people have been inducted to work on the site, including truck drivers, plant operators, labourers, crane riggers and tradespeople. There are now 150-175 people there each day. Of those, 43 live within 50km of the wind farm, while 144 live within 150km. Staff numbers will drop to 60 by August and once the wind farm is built, up to seven service technicians and a site manager will be employed fulltime. Mr Croome also said: • 65 per cent of the 28km of access tracks are finished; • hardstands (built next to turbines to aid construction) were 56 per cent complete; • underground cabling was being laid between turbines and sub-stations; • a crossing has been built
over Bald Hills Creek, which flows into the wetland; • cultural heritage sites have been fenced off; • the removal of native vegetation has been offset by setting aside other high value areas; • a 27km 66KV double circuit powerline will be built from the wind farm site to a switching station at Leongatha South. That powerline will be owned by SP AusNet once completed. The powerline passes through 15 properties; and • turbines will occupy two per cent of land on the site. ► Bald Hills Wind Farm may back Leongatha Skate Park redevelopment, page 11.
Leading the way: Bald Hills Wind Farm project manager Matthew Croome.
Dangerous drivers banned IRRESPONSIBLE truck drivers have been removed from the Bald Hills Wind Farm project for speeding or driving dangerously.
Bald Hills Wind Farm project manager Matthew Croome told South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday those drivers failed to observe the project’s code of conduct. “We have received complaints from members
of the community about the behaviour of some of the trucks on local roads which we have investigated, and will continue to monitor and continue to deal with,” he said. “We have a continued emphasis on road safety and road courtesy.” Bald Hills Wind Farm has upgraded gravel sections of the Buffalo-Waratah Road used to convey material to the construction site and will repair roads damaged during construction.
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Naughty Chainsaw and nice attack Red rebels: from left, Sophie, Kyesha and Claire came to Korumburra Primary School in these great outfits last Tuesday, May 20, representing their favourite hero or villain. More photos on page 18.
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TWO Leongatha residents were the victims of a terrifying experience at their Joel Court home on Saturday night.
A man knocked on their door asking to speak to the homeowner around 10.30pm. He then used a chainsaw to cut the door down. After a short conversation with the victim, the man left the premises. No one was injured. Leongatha Police and detectives from Bass Coast CIU are investigating.
Plans afoot: Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan visited Korumburra Secondary College on Friday, after announcing $5.6 million to rebuild the school in this year’s State Budget. From left, Year 12 student Ruby Noye, Mr Ryan, school council president Stuart Jenkins, school principal Abigail Graham and Year 12 student Sam Farbus study a current plan of the school.
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PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha OPEN PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 Wed, 28 May 10.00am ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 28 May – 2.00pm 1. NOM: Guidelines for 15 year budget projections 2. Quarterly performance report March 3. Cr expenditure report - March 4. Report on assembly of councillors - April 5. Discretionary fund allocation report 6. Documents/contracts under CEO delegation - April 7. Recreational vehicle strategy 8. Gray St- final declaration of special charge scheme 9. Coal Creek - strategic direction 10. Nyora Community Infrastructure Plan 11. Tarwin Valley branding project 12. Leasing policy - adoption 13. PSA C92 (Volunteer Heritage Overlay) - adoption 14. PSA C93 (Korumburra T.C. F. Plan) - adoption 15. S86 review – Korumburra Public Park 16. S86 review -Walter Tuck Rec Reserve 17. S86 review – J. Terrill Pk & Fish Ck Rec Reserve 18. S86 review - Port Welshpool Maritime Museum 19. S86 review - T P Taylor facility & Reserve 20. Tender Award 15/01 traffic management products 21. Tender Award 15/02 liquid bituminous products 22. Tender Award 15/04 asphalt bituminous products 23. Tender Award 15/06 pavement marking services 24. Tender Award 15/07 tree maintenance/vegetation 25. Tender Award 15/03 quarry products 26. Council representation at ALGA national assembly 27. MAV debt procurement project 28. Closed item – contractual matter JUNE IMMUNISATION PROGRAM Tuesday 3 June FISH CREEK, RSL Hall, Meeniyan Prom Rd 9-9.30am FOSTER, WMA Centre, Main St 10-10.30am LEONGATHA, Church Hall, Peart St 12.30-1.30pm Wednesday 4 June MIRBOO NORTH, MCH Centre, Brennan St 9-9.30am KORUMBURRA, Community Rm, Commercial St 11.30 -12pm Enquiries: Ph 5662 9361 COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Drainage Works: Outtrim area Landslip Repairs: Buchanans Rd, Bena Road Maintenance: Kardella /Ruby/ Trida/ Buffalo/ Hoddle/ Stony Ck 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au
THE community of Kilcunda and surrounds is invited to this year’s Biggest Morning Tea for the Cancer Council at the Kilcunda Community Hall on Friday, May 30 from 10am to noon. This is the tenth year that Andrea and Frances Bolch and Shirlene Reardon will be hosting the event, and they hope this year will continue on from the previous year’s successes. There will be plenty of home cooked delights to eat and buy, along with a raffle with plenty of chances to win a prize. Above all it’s a great chance to catch up and contribute to this important cause that has touched so many in the community.
Wonthaggi wins race for pool Continued from page 1. “I can imagine there may well be a level of resentment from the Phillip Island people, who may feel they’ve been contributing to the maintenance of the Wonthaggi complex, the Bass Coast Aquatic and Leisure Centre, over all these years through their rates, and will continue to have to support the redevelopment of the Wonthaggi complex through their rates while raising money for the Phillip Island complex as a separate entity,” he said. The study estimated the cost of developing the Phillip Island Centre would be $10,757,000. The final clause in council’s resolution points to the further problem of whether council can fund either project. It notes that “council’s current strategic resource plan does not provide any allocation of funding for improved aquatic facilities in Bass Coast.” Furthermore, the agenda noted “council would not be in the position to finance and manage two aquatic facilities without a major adjustment to the council’s strategic resource plan” and that “council is not in a financial position to construct two indoor aquatic facilities in Bass Coast at this point in time.” Mayor Cr Neil Rankine pointed out the importance of replacing and maintaining existing infrastructure, as outlined in council’s asset management strategies, before building new facilities. He said council’s infrastructure was starting to age and fail, and much of it was in need of replacement. Council must also look ahead to the huge expense of operating swimming pools. Running two aquatic centres in Bass Coast Shire would cost council $906,000 per year, according to the feasibility study.
POLICE believe they found methamphetamine - commonly known as “ice” - in a vehicle in Leongatha recently. A Leongatha Police unit intercepted the car for a minor traffic infringement in Long Street on May 16 when the drug was discovered. A man was arrested and police raided his Leongatha home. Further amounts of the drug and associated paraphernalia were found, along with a considerable quantity of cash. The 38 year old man has been charged and remanded in custody to Latrobe Magistrates Court on Sunday on four charges of trafficking and possessing methamphetamine.
Car rammed KORUMBURRA Police are investigating an incident where a car parked in a driveway was rammed by another vehicle. The incident occurred overnight between Tuesday, May 20 and Wednesday, May 21 in Brisbane Street, Poowong. The vehicle parked in the driveway of the home, a Nissan station wagon, was rammed into the rear, and sustained extensive damage. A window was smashed and cash was stolen. The vehicle, possibly a four wheel drive with bull bar, left the scene. A number of witnesses have come forward with information after hearing the noise.
Penguin dash THE Bass Coast Highway Patrol detected a taxi travelling at 156km/h along the Bass Highway on Sunday. At 2.25pm, the highway patrol attempted to intercept the vehicle south of Grantville. The driver failed to pull over but did slow to 100km/h. Police notified the highway patrol supervisor and subsequently a police pursuit began. The pursuit lasted 90 seconds before the driver pulled over. The 27 year old driver from Broadmeadows claimed he had borrowed the taxi from a friend and was heading for Phillip Island to see the Penguin Parade. He had four passengers in the vehicle. The taxi was off duty at the time and was not impounded. The driver was interviewed and told police he hadn’t realised he was being
pursued. He will face speeding charges and other traffic offences.
Scam watch KORUMBURRA Police are warning the public to be aware of an increase in internet and phone call scams whereby personal information is being sought, including banking details. In almost all cases such calls are scams and the public is warned not to respond to such contacts.
Petty vandals A CAR was seriously damaged in an act of vandalism in Cowes over the weekend. Early on Saturday morning, a young woman left her car secured and locked on the Esplanade in Cowes and walked home. When she returned, the mirrors, windscreen wipers and aerial were broken off, and the car also sustained body damage to the value of $800. Cowes Police are investigating.
Dairy theft A LARGE variety of dairy milking equipment was stolen from a disused milking shed in Korumburra over the past few months. The stolen items are valued at $5000. Korumburra Police are investigating.
Fuel stolen AROUND 600 litres of diesel fuel was stolen from the Grantville Landfill site on Saturday. The stolen fuel is valued at $1000. Police are appealing for anyone who saw this incident to come forward with information.
Game thief AN Xbox video game system was stolen from an Inverloch holiday home over the past two weeks. The offender broke through a window of the Surf Parade home to gain entry and took the console. Inverloch Police are investigating.
Garden goodies gone PLANTER boxes, tables and chairs were stolen from a front veranda of a Wonthaggi home last week. The theft occurred between 9pm and 10pm on Tuesday, May 20. The items were valued at around $300.
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Mirboo North school opened By Tayla Kershaw THE $7.5 million redevelopment of Mirboo North Secondary College is now complete.
The Victorian Government has delivered on its election commitment to rebuild the school. Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan officially opened the new school on Friday, providing students with a modern and flexible learning space. Mr Ryan said the government had invested $7.5 million in the 2012-13 State Budget to enable the school to complete the long awaited redevelopment. He said the investment enabled the construction of a modern flexible learning centre that replaced the buildings from the 1950s, and included new classrooms for general learning, art, information technology, food technology, science, languages, wood-
work, multimedia and metalwork. The technology rooms are up to 30 per cent bigger than before, providing a spacious, comfortable learning environment. “These new facilities ensure Mirboo North Secondary College can continue to deliver the high quality curriculum and learning opportunities for its 350 students both now and in the future,” Mr Ryan said. “A key feature of this new centre is the ability for classrooms to be opened up in a number of ways to create lecture rooms, small study spaces, and meeting areas to best suit the activity taking place.” Mr Ryan said Mirboo North Secondary College had an excellent reputation for high academic achievement in VCE and this redevelopment would ensure that continued. “This investment means students wanting to go on to university will have the learning facilities they need to achieve their required ATAR score,” the Deputy
Premier said. “It also means for students wanting to pursue a trade, such as carpentry or metalwork, those wanting to prepare for a career in hospitality, on farm, or in the arts, they will have the facilities they need to best prepare for the career that awaits them. “As the leader of the Nationals and as the local Member of Parliament, I am proud to open this wonderful facility.” Mirboo North Secondary College principal Karen Lanyon said the school community was thrilled with the new facilities. “When we began designing this project, we wanted to create a high quality flexible learning space that met the needs of the whole school community and this centre has definitely met that brief,” Ms Lanyon said. “An important part of that brief was to ensure rural students had facilities equal to if not better than their city counterparts, and that is what this facility offers. “This truly is an outcome years in the making and col-
lectively we are extremely proud of the new facility.” Ms Lanyon said the new centre had allowed staff to better link teaching programs with hands on projects. “The new food technol-
ogy area is at the standard it can be certified as a cafe, which allows students to get the feel of an actual restaurant, while the VCAL students are currently building a market garden to grow pro-
duce which will be used in the food tech area,” she said. “Students undertaking the VCAL program will also learn about and the build a pizza oven to complement their learning.”
Mr Ryan said the students of Mirboo North Secondary College were nothing less than remarkable during the redevelopment progress, allowing a real success story to be the result.
Ready to learn: Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan (centre) is as thrilled with the new facility at Mirboo North Secondary College as students, from left, Siobhan Hall, Harry Sands, Maddi Papa, Mackenzie Kerr and Nikita Schilke.
New look park revealed By Tayla Kershaw L E O N G AT H A’ S much loved McIndoe Park is now safer and more accessible for families and children of all ages.
More facilities: South Gippsland Shire Council’s Cr Nigel Hutchinson Brooks, South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett, Leongatha Lions Club member Geoff Heide, Eastern Victoria MLC Danny O’Brien, Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan and council CEO Tim Tamlin gather around one of the four barbecues now available at McIndoe Park.
A bright future: with Burra Foods staff gathered behind, in front from left, South Gippsland Shire Cr Bob Newton, Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers, South Gippsland Shire Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks, Deputy Premier Peter Ryan and Danny O’Brien, Eastern Victoria MLC at the launch of Burra Foods’ infant formula production plant.
This is thanks to an $88,000 investment from the Victorian Government’s $1 billion Regional Growth Fund. Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan was in Leongatha last Friday to officially open the $120,000 McIndoe Park Development Project. Mr Ryan, who was joined by Eastern Victoria MLC Danny O’Brien at the opening, said the project included new perimeter fencing and child proof gates, new pathways to improve disabled access, as well as a new rotunda and free barbecues, tables and chairs. “McIndoe Park is one of the most used and loved community spaces in Leongatha, regularly hosting large community events such as concerts and Australia Day celebrations,” Mr Ryan said. “Its accessible playground and open space make it a popular place to play for children of all ages and abilities, while its beautiful sur-
rounds and picnic facilities mean it’s a perfect location to host gatherings with family and friends or simply for an afternoon out.” Mr Ryan said while the park was a popular destination for visitors to Leongatha and a central point in the community for many years, it wasn’t always safe. “There are two busy roads bordering the park and an accessible water drain nearby which has caused significant concern for parents of young children,” he said. “Having secure fencing around the perimeter of the park will mean children are protected from the road and the water drain, providing much relief for parents.” Mr O’Brien said the installation of new pathways linking the rotundas to the playground had greatly improved accessibility at McIndoe Park, particularly for students from South Gippsland Specialist School. “The South Gippsland Specialist School spends a lot of time at McIndoe Park thanks to its impressive range of accessible playground equipment,” Mr
O’Brien said. “The development of these new pathways will make it easier and safer for students to access the play equipment, enabling them to get the most out of the wonderful new facility.” Mr Ryan thanked South Gippsland Shire Council, which contributed $22,000 towards the project, and the Lions Club of Leongatha, which contributed $10,000. “Thank you to the Lions Club from the bottom of council’s heart for this wonderful asset,” South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett said. “It’s these projects of a slightly smaller capacity which mean so much to the community. I’m thrilled to see it come to fruition.” Geoff Heide from the Leongatha Lions Club said this project has been four years in the making and it was well worth the wait. Mr Ryan said this project was one of more than 30 across South Gippsland to receive Regional Growth Fund support, delivering almost $60 million in investment to the region.
Burra Foods’ modern plant opens By Stuart Biggins DEPUTY Premier Peter Ryan said the start of production of infant formula at Burra Foods, Korumburra, was a red letter day for the company and the town. Production follows a $22 million expansion at the plant. Mr Ryan inspected the move from older to newer, including robotic technology on Friday, with Eastern Victoria MLC Danny O’Brien. Production of instant milk formula, formulated to exacting standards for the Chinese market, was a “$22
million window to the future,” Mr Ryan said. The investment created 60 construction jobs, 26 new full time jobs across the business and secured more than 100 existing jobs at the plant. “It will provide strong support to the local dairy farmers who supply the factory, and create even more new jobs on local farms and in supply chain businesses across the region,” Mr Ryan said. “The expansion will enable Burra Foods to boost its export sales, particularly to the lucrative export markets in Asia, and closely aligns with our Food to Asia Action Plan.” Burra Foods CEO Gary Crothers said the move into sophisticated
markets with complex products was “a leap of faith” and described South Gippsland as a “sustainable and growing region.” Mr O’Brien said the expansion included the development of significant water saving initiatives, including recycling and wastewater treatment infrastructure, to be completed by the end of the year. He said while construction of the recycling and wastewater treatment infrastructure was being completed, Burra Foods was producing smaller batches of infant formula using existing wastewater treatment facilities, along with new water recycling and sterilisation equipment. “Without the ultra-purified water
in the manufacturing process and the ability to dispose of its trade waste, Burra Foods did not have the capacity to produce infant formula locally,” Mr O’Brien said. “This significant Coalition Government investment has enabled this important water saving work to be carried out and the development of this new product to occur. “Once complete, the water recycling and wastewater treatment initiatives will deliver significant benefits to the company and community through water savings and reduced trade waste discharges. “This will reduce pressure on the town’s water supply by at least 165 megalitres a year or 62 per cent.
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Column 7 INVERLOCH and District Preschool is holding a book fair this week to encourage children to read and to also raise money for the kindergarten. There are many interesting books for parents and children to see and buy in the foyer. WELSHPOOL and District Primary School will undertake the Picasso Cow make-over activity, including a research project about the health benefits of dairy foods. AN INTERESTING snippet of local history. In 1889, the lighthouse keeper at Wilsons Promontory, William Fish, reported that he, Mr Louden and Mr Kilby would contribute a total of £14 per annum if a school was established at the Prom. A 14 foot by 14 foot general storeroom and the lighthouse were leased for a nominal sum and the school opened on September 13, 1880. Head teacher Mary Dwyer travelled down on the government steamer Pharos. Although 14
children were enrolled by November, Mary reported because of the dismissal of some of the parents, only six children remained. The department closed the school on December 31, 1880. A proposal to reopen the school in 1910 half time with Cliffy Island was abandoned when normal transfers left no children at either school. ABOUT 30 people along with volunteers from Leongatha State Emergency Service recently came together to celebrate Volunteers Week. CFA members from Kongwak, Leongatha, Koonwarra, Korumburra, Loch, Inverloch, Leongatha South, Yanakie and the Port Welshpool Coast Guard brigades all enjoyed a complimentary spit roast lunch at the CFA office in Leongatha. Operations officer Bill Alards, and brigade support officers Gary Burns and Jodi Butler also attended the day and thanked the volun-
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Inspiring talk: Vanessa Holness, Yooralla community development worker, with Evelyn Paterson, Meeniyan CWA president.
Night out: sixty three ladies attended the most recent Southern Business Women’s Network Dinner Meeting including from left, Wendy Davies of Inverloch, and Roslyn Jenzen and Melissa Hayes of Bass Coast Shire.
CWA changes lives “CHALLENGING Perceptions – Changing Lives” is the theme for the Country Women’s Association throughout Victoria this year. That is why members and guests at Meeniyan CWA’s May meeting felt the work of Yooralla Leongatha fits this theme. Guest speaker Vanessa Holness, community development worker at Yooralla’s Leongatha campus, spoke about the wide range of programs and activities Yooralla offers to young adults with disabilities. The campus is located on the old Leongatha Primary School site in Horn Street, together with Community College Gippsland, Monash University Rural Nursing, Leongatha Men’s Shed and a karate school. Participants in the Yooralla programs can set their own goals for what they wish to achieve, from improving their communication skills or their physical fitness to gaining employment in the hospitality or other industries. Many former students are now working in the community and are highly valued employees. Vanessa also spoke about an exciting new program to be introduced soon, using the capabilities of the iPad, to enable students for whom speech is difficult to use the iPad to speak for them.
Recording the past: Fiona Xerub, chair of the Old Gippstown Committee of Management, award winners Lyn Skillern, Marion Holding and Meredith Fletcher, and Julie Fenley of Federation University Gippsland and coordinator of the Centre for Gippsland Studies at the Gippsland History Awards.
Historians awarded SOUTH Gippsland historian Lyn Skillern was presented with an award for her outstanding contribution to the recording and publishing of the history of Gippsland, at the Gippsland History Awards recently. Ms Skillern is a Leongatha historian and secretary of Leongatha and District Historical Society. She has written extensively about the history of secondary education, the
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Special guest readers included staff and councillors from South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils. Dubosarsky’s book, illustrated by Andrew Joyner, was an honour book in the 2013 Children’s Book Council Awards and is a colourful energetic romp full of laughs, imagination and elephants. Readings were held at Wonthaggi Library by Antoinette Mitchell, Bass Coast Shire Council; Inverloch Library by Cr Jordan Crugnale, Bass Coast Shire Council; Korumburra Library by Cr Bob Newton, South Gippsland Shire Council; and Leongatha Children’s Centre.
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High five Wind farm may back skate park By Brad Lester LEONGATHA children and teenagers could be among the community groups to benefit from donations from the Bald Hills Wind Farm. Wind farm project manager Matthew Croome said the wind farm would consider contributing funds towards a new skate park for Leongatha. Members of the Leongatha Skate Park Youth Committee last Wednesday told South Gippsland Shire Council they wish to redevelop the existing skate park at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. The project would cost around $450,000 and redevelop the existing outdated park that is around 30 years old, Leongatha Skate Park Youth Committee spokesperson Ben Patterson told council. He was joined at the meeting by fellow committee members Zac Van Delft, Kyle Kennedy and Caleb Gale.
Mr Croome said Bald Hills Wind Farm would “definitely” consider supporting a new park. “It looks like a terrific project,” he said after the youth committee’s presentation. “I was impressed by the quality of the presentation. My kids enjoy skating and I think it’s an important facility to have.” Ben told council skating, and BMX and scooter riding were popular activities that allowed young people to keep fit and mix with friends outside of structured sport. He said the current park was in poor condition, and was not designed for BMX and scooter use, with the nearest modern park at Wonthaggi. Ben shared a concept plan for a new park, either on the existing site or elsewhere in the reserve. The plan suggests a new bowl, shelter and street elements, including banks, stairs, transitions and rails. “We are ready to work with local clubs to raise money,” Ben said, adding the group welcomed any support council
was able to provide. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett said the Leongatha group could follow the example of how the Nyora community raised funds towards its $275,000 park. He said any funding raised by the youth committee would help council apply for funding from the State Government. Cr Bob Newton said the committee’s enthusiasm was “credit to the town”. “It’s fantastic to see young people coming and getting the help of the community,” he said. A Facebook page has been established to promote the park. Check out “New Leongatha skatepark”. Cr Fawcett mentioned China’s Shanghai skate park that spanned 13.5ha. Bald Hills Wind Farm also supported this year’s Tour de Tarwin fundraiser for the Tarwin Lower CFA. Mr Croome said money would be set aside for a community fund and a community group will be established to determine how those funds would be allocated.
Go getters: the members of the Leongatha Skate Park Youth Committee who addressed South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday, from left, Zac Van Delft, Ben Patterson, Kyle Kennedy and Caleb Gale.
Island review supported By Tony Giles DESPITE not agreeing with a deamalgamated Phillip Island Shire, Bass MLA Ken Smith said he would support a municipal review being pushed by the Phillip Island Stand Alone Group.
Handover time: Bass MLA Ken Smith was almost under siege when a deputation arrived at his McBride Avenue offices in Wonthaggi from Phillip Island’s Stand Alone Group. They handed over a petition containing 8600 signatures, pushing for a de-amalgamation from Bass Coast Shire Council. Pictured from left, Robyn Dixon, Phil Becher, Ken Smith, Stephen Fullarton (chairman), Greg Price, Gwen McRae, Trevor Ware and Rod Spottiswood.
Mayor’s message Cr Jim Fawcett PREPARATIONS seem to be in hand for the repositioning of the flame tree on the Leongatha Aldi site. While there is some conjecture it might not survive the transplanting shock, I’d like to commend the goodwill of Aldi’s management and the persistence of the tree’s supporters to reach a good outcome. Aldi has shown itself to be a good corporate citizen- it was under no obligation to save the tree but recognised the value the community saw in retaining it. The negotiations were conciliatory, the development has progressed without delay and we look forward to the store’s opening. Deputy Leader of the National Party Damien Drum was in town last week to announce funding of $16,600 for the resurfacing of the Mirboo North netball match court. Council and the community are also providing additional funding to resurface all four courts. Investment in sport provides multiple benefits in all communities but even more so in rural areas where the choices for leisure activities are fewer. It supports health and fitness, life skills through teamwork and meshes people of all ages together in a social environment that fosters mentorship and mateship – often for life. Deputy Premier Peter Ryan was also back on his home patch, officially opening the upgraded facilities at Leongatha’s McIndoe Park and then
attending the commemoration of the first production of infant formula at Burra Foods, Korumburra. The Federal Budget has increased the pressure on local government, in particular with funding freezes and fuel excises. It is still early days and we are assessing the impacts, but it is clear some will be direct, while others will come indirectly through the State Government’s curtailed ability to provide us with funding. It doesn’t get any easier, balancing community needs and available dollars. After eight months of uncertainty it is pleasing to see Uniting Care has seamlessly completed the handover of child care services at both Mirboo North and Foster. Although the process of procuring new providers was not technically a council responsibility, it was in the interest of our communities and we stepped up to the challenge, working in partnership with generous enterprises and individuals to achieve an outstanding result. The children enjoying the services today are probably oblivious to the community care and commitment that emerged, and so they should be at that age. Perhaps they’ll do the same for another generation and another community one day. Cr Jim Fawcett, mayor.
A petition with 8600 signatures was presented by a delegation from the Stand Alone group to Mr Smith at his Wonthaggi office last Thursday. The signatures were gathered in just 10 days. The petition will now be tabled in State Parliament sometime this week, depending when the petition can be checked by clerks. Mr Smith seemed surprised when representatives from three newspapers filed into the offices to catch the moment on camera.
The Stand Alone Group however was given a good hearing by Mr Smith who reiterated his feelings that Phillip Island would be best served staying in the Bass Coast Shire. The amalgamations that occurred under the Kennett Government should stay, he said. Mr Smith believed both Bass Coast and a new Phillip Island would see a surge in rates imposed on residents. The Stand Alone Group expects an uphill battle but it is determined. There have been only two de-amalgamations in the last 15 years, the last one being Sunbury. In Sunbury, the process to de-amalgamate included two plebiscites and an independent review panel report. The group is hoping to have a deputation to Minister for Local Government, Tim Bull, in the coming weeks.
Foster chases tourists’ cash SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been urged to establish a free overnight camping spot for recreation vehicles at Foster.
Foster Community Association secretary Vivienne Jones told council last Wednesday an ideal location was at the Foster Station Park. If that idea proceeded, the association had been pledged a dump point at the service station in town.
Council will consider adopting its Recreation Vehicle Strategy at tomorrow’s (Wednesday) council meeting. That strategy recommends council trials a site for self contained vehicles for six months over the peak tourist season at Terrill Park Recreation Reserve at Fish Creek. The strategy also calls for existing campsites at Bass Valley Camping Ground between Poowong and Loch, and Franklin River between Foster and Toora to be maintained.
Council will also encourage community groups to install a public dump point. Ms Jones said Foster businesses relied on tourism, and establishing a camping spot and dump point in town would attract more visitors. Cr Bob Newton said Meeniyan was closer to obtaining a dump point, with only finances to be finalised, but could see no reason while dump points could not be established in both towns.
Council to probe rates By Laura Gibb BASS Coast Shire Council will undertake a review of rates in the 2014-15 financial year, to be applied in 2015-16. The review is partly a response to the farming sector’s demand for a farm differential rate. Councillors have been meeting with representatives of the farming sector through the Rural Engagement Group. “It was highlighted that the introduction of a farm differential rate would impact on other categories of properties in the shire and all categories of rateable property will also be impacted by the 2014 shire wide property revaluation,” council documents said. Cr Jordan Crugnale spoke at the May council meeting in favour of the review. “Good governance starts with periodic monitoring and review,” she said.
Cr Andrew Phillips said he supports a farm differential farm rate but it would be unfair for council to make an exception for one group without looking at the whole rating structure. Bass Coast mayor Cr Neil Rankine said council wanted to support farmers. “While the straitjacket of state and federal funding is constantly being tightened around council’s budgets, we want to ensure the viability of agriculture in our region as that provides a level of resilience for our population and economy,” he said. “We know you’re doing it tough and also while some other sectors are doing OK, others are looking a bit shaky. “There seems to have been a common thread in all stakeholders discussions that a farm differential, and support in general for farmers, needs to be considered in the context of all sectors of the Bass Coast and wider economy.” Council has allocated $25,000 to the rate review.
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IN COUNTRY Victoria, recently our house LPG bottle ran out. The costs were about $190 for rent and refilling to 45kg. We changed to an induction four burner cooktop, delivered for $260. It’s the latest, smooth glass, touch control, with speed of heat up much faster than old fashioned electric, as fast if not faster than gas. Efficiency is 85 percent, way better than any gas appliance. It’s that time of year when we get heaps of junk mail about things like house heating. You can see a type of product is at end of life expectancy when there’s little difference to help you choose between brands and/or models. This year, by star energy rating, they all seem to be four to five. The star system works such that when most improved device reaches maximum stars, its rating is dropped to three stars, with all lesser products dropped accordingly. The objective is to give manufacturers incentive to improve into new star space, so this effort to improve performance can clearly be seen. Everything at four or five stars means there’s no room for improvement any more. LPG was always crazy. Much more expensive to fuel the holy grail barbecue than the house supply bottle. So much more expensive again, compared with LPG for cars. Isn’t it curious when you see LPG trucks topping up at a servo
and notice they’re running on diesel, not LPG? In city Victoria, methane is much cheaper again than LPG. But, these days you need to check closely about alternatives with electric equivalents, where energy efficiency is drastically improved already with plenty scope for more. It’s always made sense to use “our electricity’ powered by “our brown coal” compared with oil company gas. Especially if you’re home in daytime, it’s now a complete no brainer to go all electric, for cooking, with 600 percent efficient heat pump versions of space heater and hot water service, then putting PV Solar panels on your roof, to earn you far more, in cost saving, than any other investment. You can even get solar PV on bank loan, with repayment instalments no bigger than previous electricity bill, then after just a few years, electricity is free. Meanwhile, as LNG exports fire up, residential mains gas is expected to triple in price, so it’s time we adopted plan B, all electric. Bernie McComb, Cowes.
Budget insight THANK you Megan Knight and Robert Boelen for your analyses of the South Gippsland Shire budget. Interesting to see the breakdown of this complicated and difficult subject. Steve Finlay, Leongatha.
E D I T O R I A L This week the news is good FROM the outset, Thelma Arnup and Richard Lester appeared to be pushing their cause uphill. The duo was determined to save the Illawarra Flame Tree from certain lopping to make way for the construction of an Aldi supermarket in Leongatha. Granted, few people other than the dedicated true enthusiasts appreciated the fact the 100 year old tree existed alongside other trees in the backyard of a house. They pleaded to South Gippsland Shire Council to save the tree, but council and even Aldi’s planning consultant ruled that option out at first, with the cost of relocation a major concern. The Star broke the story that the tree was listed on a register of significant trees and continued to follow the issue, even publishing a photo of Thelma in handcuffs, declaring she would handcuff herself to the tree to save it from the axes. Some posed doubts over the likelihood the tree would survive if moved. But when Aldi took over the site, supermarket staff requested a meeting with Thelma and co., and declared its intention to shift the tree to make way for the supermarket building. To some, a tree is a tree. To others, this tree is a piece of Leongatha’s history that stood to be lost with the houses it towered over. Through the efforts of the community, largely the passion of Thelma and Richard, and the support of The Star, this part of the town’s history will live on and now stand out to receive the attention it deserves. Good on you Thelma and Richard for having the vision and determination to persevere. Thanks also to Aldi for listening and displaying an act of goodwill and corporate citizenship. Let’s now hope the flame tree settles in, soaks up the winter rain and flourishes for many years to come. We all love a good news story and this tale is a beaut one.
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Award? Really?
IN the local papers three weeks ago, was a joke, an insult to road users by Vic Roads, saying the South Gippsland Highway had won an award. Let’s get it right; government, giving government pats on the back. What an insult to all road users and country people after millions of dollars of damages to cars, trucks, bikes and humans. Let’s only talk about two holes: the Melbourne side of Korumburra going to Melbourne; 28 repairs in the last 13 months that I know of. Hole two, biggest one of many going to Leongatha, one kilometre out everyone knows about. Up to four weeks ago, most vehicles would have gone over a double line to miss it. Yes, it’s that big. It’s been repaired 24 times in the last 14 months and has had three major repairs to it also. In the article, it also said off road projects awards – where? Oh yes, stupid ropes have been put in on the sides of the road. Yes VicRoads now says it is too close to the side of the road. These people in Melbourne who gave out these awards should drive on this road. Wake up and understand you’re dreaming. Spend money on the roads, not on yourselves. David Amor, Korumburra.
Genuine misinterpretation? IN LAST weeks’ mayor’s message, South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett indicated that “It can be frustrating when on occasion the writer (to the editor) has genuinely misinterpreted the data”. It’s a rather cryptic comment. By “genuine”, does he mean a deliberate misinterpretation, or by “genuine” does he mean an unintended misinterpretation? Frankly, I’m having some difficulty in interpreting what is meant by genuine misinterpretation. Perhaps the mayor can alleviate both his and all ratepayers’ frustrations by actually providing an explanation of how and where these so called genuine misinterpretations occur, rather than making a broad and possibly misleading comment. And while he’s at it, he might like to also answer the following: 1. Is it a misinterpretation of the proposed new rating strategy to suggest that it is simply a way
of trying to extract more money from ratepayers, especially the ones with higher valued properties? 2. Is it a misinterpretation to suggest the council executive is more interested in maintaining their own positions and benefits (a new car every year or so) than the interests of ratepayers, when it will not provide a requested list of council positions and nonplant vehicles? 3. Is it a misinterpretation council is disguising the amount of ratepayer’s funds being directed to Yanakie and Long Jetty caravan parks by not publishing distinct and separate financial statements (with all related expenses) for these businesses? 4. Is it a misinterpretation Coal Creek has been a waste of ratepayer’s funds, and outside the gamut of services that councils should provide? 5. Is it a misinterpretation to question the motives of the council executive when it is proposed only 56 percent of council expenditure is being directed to useful items such as ‘Integrated Services and Infrastructure’, whereas 44 percent is directed to the selfserving categories of ‘Leading Organisation’, ‘Prosperous Shire’ and ‘Closely Connected Communities’? 6. Is it a misinterpretation that it would be much too easy to simply not fill the recently advertised and oh so relevant positions of corporate planner and senior strategic planning officer, and redirect the $200,000 of funds to a useful service such as the Foster Pool? Yep, there’s plenty of misinterpretation around this time of year. The woods are full of it. The council continues to misinterpret ratepayers’ requirements for lower rates, lower usage charges and meaningful services, as higher rates and usage charges, filling jobs such as corporate planner and senior strategic planning officer, and hiring consultants to tell them how to run caravan parks. Gary Napthine, Waratah North.
Historic moment WHAT an incredibly emotional week it has been, sharing the long anticipated relocation of our, Leongatha Illawarra flame tree. While our South Gippsland Shire councillors neglected to make any meaningful attempt to protect the significant trees
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listed on their own heritage tree register, Aldi, motivated by growing community concern, quickly responded to the urgency to protect widely accepted community and environmental values of townscape and treescape. For months, as Aldi siteworks progressed, our 100 year old flame tree has been rediscovered from an overgrown domestic garden and now resurrected as an iconic symbol of evolving community expectations and values. It has been so reassuring our 100 year old tree makes news headlines and it strikes such a positive cord with so many in our community. Our pioneer flame tree’s association with Leongatha’s Bair family has much local significance. I feel positive concern can only grow, as our grand, beautiful, oldtimer settles into its new, proud, high profile home. It’s not easy being moved from the home of a lifetime, but I trust so many concerned will be looking out for her. If my tree loving Mum could have witnessed our celebration, she would have been proud. In this incredible community driven campaign, there are so many to thank: • Thelma Arnup of the Leongatha Horticultural Society for her inspiring support and commitment, initially, getting the issue to experts, press and South Gippsland Shire Council; • Professor Greg Moore, Melbourne University, who negotiated with Aldi and for expert advice; • John Fordham, Heritage Victoria, for expert advice; • Anna Foley, tree advocate, National Trust, for expert advice; and • Warren Worboys, curator, Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne, for encouragement and expert advice. • Very special thanks must go to the expert, hands-on, local arborists, who committed to a challenge we were told could not be done: • Nick Rivett, forensic arboriculturist and environmental consultant, who negotiated with Aldi and Becon Constructions about site logistic and safety issues, with expert ver-site of the entire transplant project; • Peter Bateman, ArborZone arborist, for the expert, hands-on tree preparation and dare-devil rope work during the final lift and final bedding in; and • both Aldi and Becon, for
their generous cooperation, in the facilitation of this remarkable, historic event. I have been dreaming about that moment on Thursday when our incredible tree, became airborne, as the Flying Flame Tree. An unforgettable experience of a lifetime! May she live another 100 years. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett told me months ago not to give up lobbying council, to amend its planning scheme to introduce a Significant Vegetation Protection Overlay. Councillors, please seize the moment. Richard Lester, Mardan.
What price a life? ON READING about the tragic accident at the intersection of Lynnes and Inverloch-Korumburra roads where one person was killed and another critically injured, one wonders when common sense will kick in. Being very familiar with this particular intersection, I, like other regular travellers, are aware of the dangers. The police obviously are aware of the dangers and according to The Star report (May 20), Sergeant Hullick acknowledged several collisions have occurred at the intersection. And he said it was no worse than many other intersections in the highway patrol’s response area. He then went on to say police would like to see safety upgrades to the intersection but commented, “Realistically it can’t be done. Bushes and trees can limit vision but it’s a part of being in a rural area.” Are bushes and trees more important than lives? Why can’t the roadside bushes and trees be removed on the west side of Korumburra Road, say 30-50 metres to the north and south of the intersection? Surely this would not be a prohibitive cost to authorities. Ideally rumble strips would alert any unsuspecting driver of an impending danger. They do work extremely well on other roads, but in the short term surely our environmentalists would not begrudge a few bushes and trees being sacrificed to prevent another tragedy on this or another rural road? Barbara Morris, Toora.
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What do you think would help make Wonthaggi a regional centre?
“I think Wonthaggi needs something for the younger generation to keep them off the streets and entertained.” Jake Green, Wonthaggi.
“I think the town needs a zoo to increase tourism.” Cody Nelson, Dalyston.
“I would like a duck pond with a nice reserve and a long path to walk the dog on.” Hannah McKittrick, Inverloch.
“I would like to see a bigger shopping centre.” Ellie Connell, Corinella.
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Sewer scheme advances THE Poowong, Loch and Nyora sewer scheme is on track. South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said “background work is progressing quickly”. South Gippsland Water and South East Water are finalising details regarding how the two organisations will work together to construct the scheme. These preliminary works will allow the project team to hit the ground running following the business case approval expected before the end of this financial year. A review of the project in February found that a pressure sewer system with wastewater transferred to South East Water’s Lang Lang Treatment Plant would be the most efficient option to sewer the towns. South Gippsland Water also announced at the time the establishment of a two tiered pricing structure encompassing two service areas: the $800 service area and a voluntary $5000 service area. Over recent weeks geo-technical studies were undertaken to gather soil structure information at designated sites within the townships and along the transfer main route. The project team has been developing the concept design of the system’s main components such as the hydraulics, modelling of the sewer network, township reticulation design (the sewer mains within the town and streets), design of the transfer main (connecting each town and transferring the wastewater to South East Water for treatment), and identifying the requirements of the centralised pump station and holding tank.
Pink power: Lisa Pellin Dancers Cleo Hogan from Inverloch, Isabella Thorpe from Foster and Morgan Mitchelson from Leongatha took to the stage at Yarram’s Regent Theatre recently as part of the annual Yarram Theatrical Dance Eisteddfod.
The new pressure sewer has reduced the number of pump stations required from 11 to three. Further community information sessions will be held shortly once South Gippsland Water is in a position to share the revised sewer network designs. The corporation is hopeful it will receive approval of the revised business case before the end of this financial year and construction may start earlier than anticipated.
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Bass Coast Council briefs Special charges to be reviewed PARTLY because of the failure of the Cape Paterson Special Charge Scheme, council will review the way special charge schemes are raised. They are also due for review, according to Bass Coast Shire infrastructure director Felicity Sist. The Urban Streets Improvement Policy will be reviewed by June 30, 2015. Ms Sist said now the Cape Paterson special charge scheme has been
defeated, the project goes to the bottom of the list and will be reviewed again in 50 to 80 years. Cr Andrew Phillips spoke in favour of the review and of the waste of ratepayers’ money on the failed scheme. “I don’t think we should be spending $259,000 and have it fall over,” Cr Phillips said.
Kinder protest COUNCIL will lobby the State and Federal governments to continue funding 15 hours of kindergarten.
Acting community and economic development director Antoinette Mitchell said the Federal Government’s failure to commit to ongoing funding for 15 hours of kindergarten was “very disappointing” and to charge families extra to make up the shortfall was “inappropriate”. Cr Jordan Crugnale was concerned the failure to commit to funding would undermines the hundreds of thousands of dollars spent creating facilities and hiring staff over recent years, as kindergarten hours in-
creased from 10 hours per week up to 15. “I think such a reform needs to go beyond a political cycle,” she said.
MotoGP busts COUNCIL declined to contribute $25,000 towards bronze busts of MotoGP champions, as requested by the Australian Grand Prix Corporation. The proposed busts are of Australia’s three motorcycling world champions, Wayne Gardner OAM, Mick Doohan AM and Casey Stoner AM.
Fees and charges adopted FEES and charges have mostly increased three per cent, in line with council’s strategic resource plan. The charge for hard waste collection has increased by 20 per cent. According to director for infrastructure Felicity Sist, the hard waste collection charge had not increased for the five previous years. She said factors causing the charge hike were beyond council’s control and each collection was still subsidised by $50.
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Hold on! Earthquake watch proceeds
THE Strzelecki Ranges Earthquake Monitoring Program has now moved into construction phase. The project, which developed following the powerful Moe earthquake (magnitude 5.4) in June 2012, has just started drilling five shallow instrument bores across the Strzelecki region. The bores will house the subsurface seismometers enabling scientists from the Australian Geophysical Observing System (AGOS) at the University of Melbourne
to more accurately locate earthquake events in West Gippsland. Associate Professor Tim Rawling from the University of Melbourne says, “Unfortunately there is a prevalent view of low risk around earthquakes in this country which may, in the future, cause harm to communities built around seismically active areas. This is one of the main drivers for the monitoring program.” The network of subsurface instruments is being installed adjacent to geological faults crossing the Strzelecki
Keeping tabs: University of Melbourne’s geoscientist Dr Dave Belton prepares subsurface seismometers for earthquake monitoring in the Strzelecki Ranges.
Ranges between Moe and Korumburra. These highly sensitive earthquake seismometers are capable of detecting the faintest of earthquake signals, and delivering precise location and visualisation information. As such, they are expected to significantly improve the overall response provided by the current extensive array of AGOS surface monitors, supported by instruments from the Seismometer in Schools Program (AuSIS) in Gippsland and across Victoria. AGOS hopes to have the instruments fully operational and delivering data by August 2014. “This will enable the team to better understand local, as well as regional, stress and failure in the earth’s crust, providing a clearer picture of the potential earthquake hazard for the Gippsland region.” Associate Professor Rawling said. This information will contribute to new hazard data and maps currently being developed by a number of groups, including the Victorian Earthquake Hazard Map at the University of Melbourne. These efforts will help to underpin the establishment of new planning codes and disaster management strategies that specifically consider seismic hazard.
Spreading word: delivering the anti-CSG message in the Melbourne seat of Prahran were, from left, Jane Moreton, Marg Thomas, Mike Scott, Phil Piper and Kate Jackson.
Gas protest targets city REGIONAL communities concerned about the threat of an unconventional gas industry in Victoria are taking their plight to city voters in the lead up to the November 29 Victorian election.
On May 18, the Lock the Gate Alliance of farmers, landholders and environment groups kicked off a campaign in the hotly contested seat of Prahran. Residents in the Melbourne area concerned about the risk of unconventional gas have formed a local Lock the Gate group. They will throw their weight behind people in Gippsland, Latrobe Valley and western Victorian towns such as Seaspray, Gormandale, and Deans Marsh who are threatened by industrial gasfields in their towns. Mirboo North resident Marg Thomas travelled 200km to join the doorknocking effort and speak with Prahran residents about the issue. “I don’t want one short-term profitdriven industry destroying our farms, our water resources, and the places we love. Our kids deserve better,” she said. Eight Victorian towns have declared
themselves gas field free, with community surveys showing 86 percent to more than 96 percent of residents oppose gas mining in their town, yet the State Government has refused to rule out unconventional gas developments after the moratorium on fracking is lifted in July 2015. “My town of Mirboo North has declared itself gasfield free with 96 per cent of people saying ‘no’ to gasfields,” Ms Thomas said. “Despite this, the government hasn’t committed to banning unconventional gas mining in our town. We are now forced to bring our message to inner city voters in marginal electorates.” Lock the Gate Melbourne will go door to door over the coming months to ask people to pledge to vote only for a party that supports a ban on coal and coal seam gas mining in key areas in Victoria. Gippsland residents and Lock The Gate volunteers will speak with Prahran residents about the threat of gasfields destroying farming and holiday hotspots, such as Gippsland, the Surf Coast and the Otway Coast. “Prahran is renowned for its fresh food market and foodie culture. We’ve al-
ready had strong support from people we’ve spoken to who don’t want gasfields threatening our best food producing land,” said Lock the Gate Alliance spokesperson Hannah Aulby. “Coal seam gas will impact all Victorians, not just those living in regional communities. Our food producing land, our water resources, our natural environment and our climate will all be impacted by unconventional gas.” Lock the Gate Melbourne is calling on Prahran MP Clem Newton-Brown and other candidates to tell the community where they stand on the issue. “Will Clem Newton-Brown stand up to protect farmland and communities from the gas industry?,” Ms Aulby asked. Representatives from the Gippsland Alliance including a member of Coal and CSG Free Mirboo North met with Morwell MP Russell Northe regarding the government’s community consultation over CSG. If local residents wish to participate they can register with a Lock the Gate group in their area, or for Mirboo North and district call M Thomas on 0408 319 397.
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Award winning Jetset THE team at Jetset Leongatha has added another accolade to its name, after being named the ninth best APT travel agent nationally.
Jetset Leongatha owner Jill Carmody said it was a lovely surprise and acknowledgement to be awarded a Diamond Award from APT. “For a small, regional agency to be announced at number nine nationally was really thrilling,” she said. “We have always been a strong supporter of APT; we really like their philosophy and business model, which is in line with what we offer through our family owned agency. “We always aim to provide quality service and recommend the same for all of our clients.” This year, Jill and the team at Jetset will again be running a film and information evening to outline all of APT’s programs for the coming year. It will be held on Tuesday, July 1 in Leongatha Memorial Hall’s meeting room one. “It will also be an opportunity for us to take any expressions of interest from anyone looking at our group departures in 2015, including South America and North America, incorporating the Queen of the Mississippi,” Jill said. “Having visited that region of the southern United States recently, I was very taken with the friendliness of the people and the history. “We have been talking about doing a
group tour to South America for some time and we will be doing a Travel Marvel program in 2015. “We are still in the process of finalising the dates for that tour.” Jill said the information evening will also cover the 2015 European river program, Canada and Alaska. “One of our travel consultants Lisa O’Brien has recently returned from the christening of the MS Amareina, APT’s newest luxury European river cruise ship,” Jill said. “The Canada program has been extremely popular with our clients over the years. Canada is an iconic destination, particularly the Rocky Mountains. “The tour includes travel on the Rock Mountaineer and cruising the Inside Passage with Holland America Line.” Anyone interested will also be able to find out more about APT’s great international and domestic programs through their agency, including programs with both brands APT and Travelmarvel. “There is a huge array of new international programs, including India, Burma and a small ship cruising program in the Northern Hemisphere and Antarctica,” Jill said. The information program will have a slightly different format this year. Jill said the presentation will be timed so anyone with a specific interest can come to one or more of the four information sessions. “Further information on the film and information sessions will be available in early June,” she said.
Students donate tasty treats By Tayla Kershaw
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Well done: from left, APT CEO Chris Hall, APT general manager marketing Debra Fox, Jetset Leongatha owners Jill and Ed Carmody and APT owner Geoff McGeary at the presentation evening recently, where Jetset Leongatha was presented with a Diamond Award.
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LEONGATHA Primary School raised up to $765.70 for the Cancer Council by hosting two Biggest Morning Tea events last week.
The Grade 2 students held their morning tea on Thursday and raised $610.15. The staff raised $150.55 on Friday. “It was great,” Grade 2 classroom teacher Lucy Mathieson said. “It well and truly exceeded expectations.” Around 350 people including parents, grandparents and special friends attended the morning tea to support the Grade 2 students. “We were incredibly proud of our students,” Ms Mathieson said. The children and staff brought along a
Delicious food: Ava Bennett and mum Mel Hughes enjoyed Leongatha Primary School’s Biggest Morning Tea with the Grade 2 students.
By Laura Gibb BASS Coast Shire Council has received a petition signed by 1191 people asking council to provide a public toilet in the car park area of the Inverloch Angling Club. In response, council is releasing its draft plan for the area, the Cuttriss Street Activity Area Plan Option D, for four weeks for public comment. At the ordinary May council meeting, June Laycock of Inverloch asked for the decision about the toilet block to be fast tracked, but Bass Coast mayor Cr Neil
Rankine responded that fast tracking prevents due diligence from being done around the project and the overall budget. Cr Jordan Crugnale spoke about the need for a toilet facility in the Cuttriss Street area. She said the beach is known internationally in the wind surfing and kite surfing worlds. “This is one of the busiest and safest beaches for families. This is a much needed, high priority for Inverloch,” she said. Council will investigate options for meeting the need for toilet facilities, including the provision of temporary toilets while a decision is reached.
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Lovely sight: children from Hassett Street Preschool, Leongatha, delight in autumn leaves, after travelling by bus to Mossvale Park, Berrys Creek, on Tuesday and Wednesday to investigate the natural world. From left, Bella Harland, Mattea Riccardi and Georgia Lawry celebrate the season.
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Fix it with Merv MERV'S MAINTENANCE has just been established to service South Gippsland. The mobile business, owned by Merv Gilberd, carries out a large variety of home and business maintenance tasks, from smaller jobs, to the larger ones. Having been an owner builder and do it yourself person for many years, coming from a civil engineering, road and bridge building background, Merv can set his skills to almost anything; from building pergolas and carports to repairing kitchen cupboards, doors and windows. For people with holiday houses, retirees, rental property owners, and ladies who lack a D.I.Y
motivated hubby, Merv's business would suit them to a tee. Merv is also hoping to pick up some corporate work and welcomes enquiries from motels, schools, kindergartens, churches and of course home owners. Another side to the business is outdoor furniture and natural beehives. Merv has two beehives on his property at Outtrim. Geovital Consultant Did you know your home could be making you sick? Merv is a consultant with Geovital Academy for radiation protection and building Geobiology. Merv and his wife Eva (a local Naturopath) understand the health issues associated with
environmental radiation found in so many homes. Merv offers home assessments for low level radiation and consults on how to make your home healthier. Issues relating to power lines, home wiring, phone towers, Wi-Fi, and smart meters should be investigated. Geovital, based in Austria, has 30 years experience and uses verifiable solutions to minimise health burdens and help create a safer home environment for families and their children. For more information see www.geovital.com.au For details on all of Merv's Maintenance and Geovital services contact Merv on 5657 3100 or 0417 518 422.
Teddies gather at Mossvale Park
By Tayla Kershaw
TEDDY bears of all shapes and sizes were invited to Mossvale Park on Thursday. Prep students from Leongatha Primary School celebrated the annual Teddy
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EVERY year my rates go up by more than five per cent – what’s going on? Well, developing a budget is always a difficult challenge for council. The community’s needs and expectations to deliver services and fund facilities is always far greater than the amount of funding available for a budget. Some people I speak to in the community think council relies only on rates paid by the community to fund our operations. This is not the case. We rely on both State and Federal government grants as well to deliver services and fund capital works projects. In my last mayor’s message, I spoke about the reducing funding from State Government, and how more has to come from rates revenue to compensate. In this context, it was extremely disappointing to see in last week’s Federal Budget that Federal Government grants for both roads and general services will not increase for the next four years. The impact of this is significant and means council will be left holding the can once again as government funding reduces. The age old impact of cost shifting is alive and well. This particularly impacts on council’s capital works. We will need to continue to work hard with the community to advocate for a better outcome for the local community in relation to funding to meet our future needs. Another area that often impacts on council’s costs is the lack of ongoing funding for capital projects. This is something
council needs to consider when thinking about funding new capital works projects. An example is the funding for an aquatic centre. Council would likely receive significant government funding for such a project; however council would need to fund the ongoing operating costs, and this needs to be factored in to future budgets when deciding to undertake the project. At the last ordinary meeting council decided to both proceed with a redevelopment of the Bass Coast Aquatic Facility at Wonthaggi and commit to working in partnership with the community to support a second aquatics facility in the western half of the shire. This will require lobbying for both State and Federal funding over the coming years. Unfortunately, operating these pools is a service that loses money, but I think most would agree that the benefits mean we have to proceed, although warily. Council and our new CEO are using benchmarking against other councils and service reviews to find opportunities to continue to provide acceptable levels of services, and be able to do more on the ground, while covering service operational and maintenance costs. Our target is to continue to reduce the level of increase in rates, but I’m afraid there will still be an increase for most in the 20142015 draft budget that will be presented next month. Cr Neil Rankine, mayor.
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Mad hatters take over school PEOPLE significant in the lives of children at Fish Creek and District Primary School were invited to a VIP Day last Tuesday (May 20).
Parents, grandparents and family friends were among the throng to make paper hats and take part in a Mad Hatters Parade to tie in with Fish Creek’s Tea Cosy Festival. The day concluded with a whole school picnic and each VIP took home stickers, balloons and other goodies.
Jovial day: Ed Brennan of Foster has a laugh as he sports the hat he made with grandchildren Riley Holt (left), Grade 6, and Zarni Holt, Grade 4.
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Young guns: from left, Brodie, Josh, Jemayar and Reuben found their inner muscle as superheroes at Korumburra Primary School last Tuesday.
Korumburra super kids AS PART of Education Week, Korumburra Primary School held a dress up day with students and teachers coming to school as their
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Showing interest: grandparents Jim Morgan of Leongatha and Jan Leys of Warragul helped celebrate grandparents day with their grandchildren Claudia and Oliver Leys of Inverloch, at Inverloch Primary School last Monday week (May 19).
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Fun day: Ray and Liz Cox travelled all the way from Jeeralang to share the day with their grandson Angus Cox of Inverloch, at Inverloch Primary School’s Grandparents Day last Monday week (May 19).
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Chairo reveals leaders By Rhiannon Nicholls, work experience. LEONGATHA’S Chairo Christian School held a school assembly last Wednesday, to celebrate the announcement of its new student leadership team.
Assemblies are held each month to give students an opportunity to share, sing, and express their love and devotion for God. Each month an assembly is held by a different year level. This month’s assembly was run by Grade 5s and included a lovely performance by the school’s new band,
which consisted of students from years 7 to 10. When the badge ceremony started campus principal Lisa Dumicich took to the stage alongside current secondary school captain Hannah Chatelier and primary school captains Amber Hubbard and Emily Russell. Together they introduced the new student leaders Tayla Oldham, Levi Courtier, Esther Hibma, Emily Chalmers, Justin Hibma and Kaitlyn Gale. Eager to begin their roles as student leaders, Tayla Oldham and Levi Courtier boldly took to the microphone to discuss an upcoming event the student leaders will be helping to organise. On June 18, the school will be hosting a get to know student leaders day for all students. The event will consist of face painting, cup cake decorating, guess the baby photo as well as a student verses teachers Pictionary game parents and friends are welcome to watch. The new student leaders are dedicated and committed to their new roles. They each have lovely personalities they will bring to the school and it is clear they will do a fantastic job as student leaders.
Left, Leaders arise: from back left, Chairo Christian School executive principal Rob Bray, Leongatha campus principal Lisa Dumicich, Emily Chalmers, Justin Hibma, Levi Courtier, Tayla Oldham, Esther Hibma, Hannah Chatelier, Amber Hubbard, Kaitlyn Gale and Emily Russell.
Making life easier: Vision Australia Gippsland’s orientation and mobility specialist Shirley Bott, former Wonthaggi Salvation Army officer and Vision Australia assistant John Poke and occupational therapist Fiona Jackson display the handy modifications of every day equipment that improve the quality of life for those with blindness or low vision.
Salvos open eyes WONTHAGGI’S Salvation Army opened its doors and welcomed Vision Australia on Wednesday.
The afternoon gave an insight into the valued work of Vision Australia in Gippsland. Vision Australia is the leading national provider of blindness and low vision services in the country. Guest speakers were occupational therapist Fiona Jackson and orientation and mobility specialist Shirley Bott. All proceeds from the presentation went to the work of Vision Australia Gippsland. Vision Australia Gippsland helps 395 active clients from its Warragul office. All ages are catered for with majority of clients over 70 years of age. Their services include support for children, providing magnifiers and lighting, living equipment, low vision clinics, orientation and mobility, library services, emotional support, telephone services, seeing eye dogs, volunteer and peer support, adaptive technology training, Vision Australia radio services and employment support. Their services are all available to be accessed in the home or in clinics. Children are helped by preparing them for school, and teaching them to develop and become independent despite low vision. “It doesn’t matter what age a person is, the need to be independent is there,” Ms Bott said. Vision Australia is a free clinic with fees only required if equipment is purchased.
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Money spinners EXPANDING food processing is one of the goals to boost business in the region, as outlined in South Gippsland Shire Council’s Economic Development and Tourism Strategy. The plan also calls for a big conference centre, developing a nature retreat at Yanakie, expanding the range of retail businesses, developing Port Anthony and establishing a regional equestrian facility at Stony Creek. Among the other projects earmarked are: pursuing the Leongatha heavy vehicle alternate route, Corner Inlet Tourism Development Project, Korumburra Children’s Services Hub, broadband and telecommunications, developing the Leongatha railyards and development of Coal Creek to include tourism education and economic opportunities. Returning rail is listed, as is the draft Turtons Creek Strategic Plan and pursuing a sewerage scheme for Loch, Nyora and Poowong. “This strategy will set the direction and it’s not too prescriptive, and I believe it will hit the mark,” Cr Mohya Davies said.
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Winter WARMER! Braemar systems taking off WONTHAGGI Heating and Cooling has noticed an increase in demand for Braemar natural ducted gas heating systems. Being both a licensed plumber and gas fitter, business owner Darren Ev-
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houses are starting to spring up and with that comes the need for heating. Some people are under the illusion connecting to natural gas is expensive, but for people in Inverloch and Wonthaggi connection is available for just $75. Wonthaggi Heating
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Braemar is still Australian owned, designed and manufactured and has been a reputable company for more than 50 years. The range features three, four, five and six
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Make sure that: • your home is able to retain the heat you put into it for as long as possible, so think about insulation, sealing draughts and effective window coverings; • you operate your heater efficiently; and • your home has a heating system that is appropriate for your needs. Be sure to learn more about: retaining heat in your home, using your heating system efficiently, choosing a heating system and the running costs of different heaters. Information from Sustainability Victoria.
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Winter WARMER!
Time ticking for firewood THE autumn 2014 firewood collection season is open from March 1 to June 30.
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Collection of firewood for domestic use from state forests, and those parks where collection is allowed, no longer requires a permit. Seasons and collection
areass apply a pl ap ply ly to to safeguard forfor ests and parks and mitigate safety risks. Firewood collection is only allowed in designated domestic firewood collection areas marked by signs. Remember that rules apply when collecting domestic firewood. Collection areas are located, where possible, to avoid sites of environmental and cultural sig-
nificance, and to make use nificance of the by-products of activities such as commercial timber harvesting and road construction. Domestic firewood collection is not permitted within VicForests’ commercial timber harvesting coupes. These coupes will be marked by signs from VicForests advising they are unavailable to the public. Firewood collection is
only allowed in the autumn season (March 1 to June 30) and the spring season (September 1 to November 30). Regarding roadside collection, management of roadside vegetation remains with the road management authority, usually VicRoads or local government. Permission from local government is needed for the collection of firewood from roadsides under their
management. VicRoads do management not currently allow firewood collection on roadsides they manage. Roadside collection of firewood in state forests is only allowed in a designated firewood collection area. There are significant penalties for offences, including fines up to $7218 or up to one year imprisonment or both.
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Winter WARMER! Buy legal firewood MEMBER for f Eastern E t Victoria Vi t i Danny D O’Brien O’B i has welcomed the formation of a new group of licensed firewood suppliers designed to improve the supply of sustainably harvested firewood for Gippslanders.
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Veteran fundraisers: from left, selling raffle tickets, ladies from the Red Cross, Wendy Wyhoon, Glad Wilson and Dot Forrester with event coordinator, Ricky McNaughton, at the Leongatha RSL.
RSL raises thousands THURSDAY morning was a lockout at the RSL in Leongatha. An event which began at the club 13 years ago and attracted 30 punters now attracts a sell-out crowd of more than 130. The staff member who introduced Australia’s Biggest Morning Teas to the RSL in Leongatha, Ricky McNaughton, is proud to see how much it has grown and what this means for the event as a fund-
raiser for the Cancer Council. “This morning we hope to raise $2000”, he said, adding he was grateful to the nearly 30 local businesses that donated prizes for the raffle. Guest speaker Pat Kuhne, a Leongatha fundraiser, spoke of the importance of voluntary service to a community and of her own involvement in fund raising for Shave for a Cure.
Chaplain’s group: back row, from left, Ben, Kiara, Ben and Phoebe, and front, from left, Scott, Jeremy, Paul Brailey, Laura and Maddie in Paul Brailey’s office for the Seasons for Growth program at Leongatha Primary School.
Returnees: from left, back for more, Glenda Trotman and friend Jo Runciman tuck in to morning tea at the Leongatha RSL.
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WONTHAGGI AND INVERLOCH KINDERGARTENS 2014 OPEN DAYS AND 2015 KINDERGARTEN ENROLMENTS This year, the YMCA Bass Coast Kindergartens will, once again, be holding Open Days to give families the opportunity to visit the kindergartens before we commence taking enrolments for 2015. Families who are unable to attend open days are welcome to visit kindergartens at any time however we would encourage families to attend open days where staff will be available to answer questions without disruption to the kindergarten session. Open Days will be as follows: ?
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Enrolment Application Forms for 2015 will be available at each kindergarten on the Open Days and also on our website www.ballarat.ymca.org.au/kindercluster . Completed Enrolment Application Forms must be lodged by posting, mailing or emailing Ballarat YMCA as indicated on the form. Applications received by 4th July 2014 will be eligible to be included in first round offers which will be sent out on 4th August for all funded groups (4/5 year olds) and 25th August for all pre-kinder groups. Applications received after 4th July will go on a waiting list to be included in second and subsequent round offers as places become available. Individual kindergartens will contact families by mid-October to confirm your child's group allocation and orientation information. It is important to note that where we have more families requesting a particular kinder or group than we have places available, places will be allocated according to the Ballarat YMCA Enrolment Policy. This Policy is available at the kindergarten or on the website shown above. If you are unsure about any aspect of the enrolment process or any other aspect of your child's kindergarten, please do not hesitate to contact Kathryn Hall on 53292816 or by emailing kathryn.hall@ymca.org.au.
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STUDENTS come to see Paul Brailey for all sorts of reasons.
Some need support through tragic events in their lives, while others come to find a friendly ear or to play games and socialise. Mr Brailey is the school chaplain at Leongatha Primary School. On Friday mornings he runs a supportive group called Seasons for Growth, which aims to help students cope with grief from change and loss. “Sometimes difficult things happen in our lives,” Mr Brailey said. Some children are grieving for a parent or other close family member who has died. Others need support when parents separate or when a person in their family becomes seriously ill. This week the group had talked about apology and forgiveness – what it means apologise, how to apologise, how to forgive people we blame for things that have happened in our lives, and how to forgive ourselves. The students learn strategies for dealing with change and loss from Mr Brailey and also provide support to each other. Mr Brailey said students deal with all kinds of issues in their lives. Some are being bullied or having behavioural problems at school or feel isolated in the schoolyard. He said now that students know the dangers
School chaplain: Paul Brailey with a construction project he is working on with a Leongatha Primary School student. of smoking, many worry about family members who smoke and whether they will die young. As well as Seasons for Growth, Mr Brailey runs a weekly Brekky Club and also sees students, parents and staff for individual pastoral sessions during about 24 half hour timeslots each week. Mr Brailey said he does not discuss church or religious matters with students in his role as chaplain and that chaplains are forbid-
den by the Federal Government from proselytising. Mr Brailey is holding a community interest meeting at 7.30pm on Wednesday, June 11, in St Peter’s Church Hall on the corner of Bruce and McCartin streets, Leongatha. The meeting is intended to extend the community’s understanding of the role of the chaplain and to explore how the chaplaincy can be enhanced with the support of the local community.
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5662 5800 15 Bair Street, Leongatha
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Double gate side access from a court through to a 24 x 20 foot extra high lock up shed means caravan storage is possible. With power, it is the perfect place for extra vehicles, workshop or work from home business. There is also a single lock up carport to the front of the house. The family home is quality finished, right from reflective glazed front windows for added privacy to the surrounding low maintenance gardens. A tiled entrance leads into a spacious lounge and onto a recessed dining room. Further on, a light filled northerly facing
open plan family room provides plenty of kitchen/ dining/living space. Both living rooms have reverse cycle air conditioning. To the front of the home, the main bedroom is light filled and has a walk in robe and ensuite. Three more bedrooms at the other end are wellserviced by a bathroom, while the laundry features extra large linen/utility storage. An entertaining deck off the family room is private behind high fences. A sunny vegie patch, low maintenance garden, fresh water tank, under cover clothesline (plus another one) are all welcome additions. Act now to secure this property which has excellent credentials, is the right price, has attractive street appeal and is within easy walking distance to schools.
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and bungalow, dam with pressure pump to the gardens and paddocks, chook run and more. So much on offer, plus the opportunity to subdivide the land (STCA), makes this property one with the lot and then some more again. Properties like this don’t come along every day.
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equipment, truck, two loaders and more; all that is required to successfully run the business. A full comprehensive information memorandum is available from agents. It is an exciting opportunity for a successful family or partnership business in rural Victoria. Close to Wilson’s Promontory National Park, coastal beach villages, regional townships of Foster 10 minutes and Leongatha 20 minutes, and only 160 kilometres to Melbourne. Offers over $1 million walk-in/walkout.
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• Well-kept low maintenance 3 BR home, easy walk to schools • Sunny kitchen /dining room & lounge ( solid fuel heater) • Separate workshop/studio, outdoor BBQ area, garden shed
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Prisoners to spruce up Agnes Falls THE Committee for Gippsland has welcomed Victorian Corrections Minister Edward O’Donohue’s decision to deploy a prisoner working group to help manage vegetation, mow grass and clean up weeds at Agnes Falls, near Toora. Committee for Gippsland CEO Mary Aldred said the initiative came about after a visit to Agnes Falls with the Committee for Gippsland, South Gippsland Shire Council representatives and Parks Victoria. Ms Aldred said the Friends of Agnes Falls Group was proud to show off the area, but said it needed more assistance with vegetation and weed management in the area. “The Friends of Group is so proud of Agnes Falls, but said in recent
Grand plan: visiting Agnes Falls recently were, from left, vice president of Friends of Agnes Falls Group Peter Lee, Committee for Gippsland CEO Mary Aldred, Corrections Minister Edward O’Donohue, MP, and secretary of Friends of Agnes Falls, Kathy Whelan.
Fish Creek Hall facelift A MASTER planning exercise is underway at the Fish Creek Memorial Hall.
The Fish Creek Memorial Hall Master Plan is being developed by local consultants Hands on Community Solutions and receiving community input is integral to the success of the project. Hands on principal consultant Michelle Harris said the master plan would review existing facilities, consider future opportunities for the hall and look at improving storage for the popular opportunity shop. She will consider building issues and plan work to be implemented over the next 10 years. “This project gives the local commu-
nity the chance to share any ideas it may have for the development of the hall, which ensures it stays true to community demand and becomes just what the community needs,” Ms Harris said. You can have your say by completing an online survey by using the weblink: https://www.surveymonkey. com/s/fishyhall. Ms Harris is also interested to hear from the community directly. She can be contacted at any stage throughout the project on 0458 145 596 or email handsonsm1@bigpond.com. You can also visit hall committee president Kerry Spokes at the Gecko Studio Gallery, next to the hall in the main street of Fish Creek.
times, camera club visits to the area had slowed because of overhanging vegetation in the area, and that generally the picnic area needed a bit of a clean-up,” Ms Aldred said. A couple of days after the visit, Ms Aldred happened to be meeting with Edward O’Donohue, the Member for Eastern Victoria Region and Corrections Minister, and took the opportunity to raise Agnes Falls with him. “Minister O’Donohue was happy to help, and this is a great example of community groups working together with local MPs who are engaged and responsive to their local areas,” Ms Aldred said. “At 59 metres high, Agnes Falls are the highest single span falls in Victoria. They are an iconic Gippsland asset, and it’s just wonderful we could all play a role in this.
Walking, talking WALKERS ffrom everywhere descended on the Great Southern Rail Trail at Koonwarra recently. There were representatives from South Gippsland Shire Council, South Gippsland Health, and members of Prom Walkers and South Gippsland Walking and Adventure Club. The main reason was to get the community together and encourage members of the Planned Activity Groups (a council initiative) to experience a walk and talk with other walkers. The group walked towards Leongatha and back, and then had a wonderful morning tea set up by the organisers on the veranda of Milly and Romeo’s Bakery in Koonwarra.
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“The area is enjoyed by many local people for weekend picnics and special occasions, as well as being a drawcard for people all over Australia. “Kathy Whelan and Peter Lee from the Friends of Agnes Falls Group deserve a gold medal for their dedication and passion for the area, and are fantastic ambassadors for the falls. “Because of their work, Gippslanders of generations to come will continue to enjoy this precious asset.” Ms Whelan, secretary of the friends group, said the news was fantastic for the community. “We’re absolutely delighted such a partnership is being formed. We think it’s a win, win situation for both Parks Victoria and the community to maintain the picnic grounds to a higher standard,” she said.
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Mice have posed a huge health risk since February around the Inverloch area this year and the need for a fresh, clean start has increased. Serious damage can be caused to a home from mice infestations. They can contaminate food and other materials with the droppings they leave behind and are notorious for carrying diseases. Rodents gnaw every day to keep their teeth short and sharp. Often they will gnaw into wooden walls and posts to gain entrance or find food. They will also gnaw through electrical wire, which risks starting a house fire. Mouse proofing the home can be achieved by removing or protecting food sources, keeping garbage and water in containers with tight lids, emptying the garbage regularly, and clearing rubbish and debris from around the house. The first course of action is to seal entry points and doorway. Any holes large than a centimetre can allow mice to gain access to a home. Baiting is an option if trapping isn’t working but must be done with care around children or pets. Some homeowners struggle to remedy the problem themselves. This is when calling in the professionals is the best line of defence. Call a local expert for their experienced knowledge in ridding your home
of pests. Be aware there are house and field mice, and black and brown rats. House mice have small feet and heads, and big eyes and ears. They breed up to eight times a year and have a gestation of about three weeks, reaching sexual maturity at eight to 12 weeks. These mice usually live on the ground and burrow, and can climb, and like to eat cereals. Field mice live between two and three months, but can survive for as long as 20 months in the wild or two or more years in captivity. These mice breed from March through to November and gestation is just 25 days. These mice target seeds, as well as small snails and insects. Brown rats have a tail that is shorter than their head and body, a blunt nose, small ears and a thicker body compared to the black rat. They have up to eight young per litter, and up to six litters a year. They usually live on the ground and in burrows, but sometimes climb and prefer to eat cereals. Black rats have a tail that is longer than the head and body, a pointed nose, large ears and a slender body when compared to the brown rate. They have five to 10 young per litter, and three to six litters a year. They are rare, agile and prefer to eat fruit.
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Plea for Africa LEONGATHA busker Michael Warner is headed for a big year and wants your help.
In 2013, he recorded a world peace song which resulted in friendships with people around the world, many of whom are living in terribly poor communities in Uganda and Kenya. One community has 1156 children who are orphans of the war in Rwanda, orphans due to disease or otherwise children of destitute families. One strong hearted man in Uganda, Mark Uwineza, is trying to collect money for these children to attend school. If they are not in school, they are free to roam, with the high risk of sexual promiscuity resulting in AIDS/ HIV, or they may become
involved in crime. School keeps them away from such activity while educating them for an independent life and instilling strong personal morality. Michael has decided to help this community and others to help provide food, clothes, education and healthcare. To achieve this, he is creating a fundraising organisation he is calling Have a Heart (Australia) – nicknamed HAHA! He hopes to gain about 2500 regular sponsors giving $5 a week which could provide about $10 per week per child, thus bringing significant change to the beneficiary communities. To oversee this, Michael wants to form a committee. His first attempt at doing is on April failed to get a quorum. He is seeking peo-
ple with strong and genuine interest in succeeding in achieving solid regular support to these communities. If you are willing to become a committee member, contact Michael on 0400 964 375. The other great news for Michael this year is that he has been signed to a worldwide record deal with Asylum Records in the USA and will have a CD physically and electronically distributed soon. At 58, it’s a musician’s dream finally achieved after a lifetime. The album will feature many styles of music but will also be used to help the poor in Uganda and Kenya. An inaugural meeting of Have a Heart (Australia) will be held at the Leongatha RSL Meeting room on Wednesday, May 28 at 8pm.
Stunning couple: Leongatha’s Prue Charlton and Kane Maskell were married in Inverloch on February 22.
Elegant Inverloch wedding PRUE Charlton and Kane Maskell were married at Jasper’s Garden in Inverloch on February 22. Prue is the daughter of Leongatha’s Terry and Sue Charlton and Kane is the son of Jenny and Jack Maskell, originally from Welshpool. The bride was attended to by her sisters Eliza Charlton, Renee Charlton
and Melinda Melideo and her friend Alex Poulton. The groomsmen were Kane’s brother Alan Maskell and his friends Rob Cartledge, Dale Hanratty and Glen Wiggins. Nieces Isabella and Lara Cocksedge were the flowergirls and nephews Tyler and Harper Cocksedge were the page boys. Prue wore a Stella York dress with a
beaded sweetheart neckline and bodice, with a tulle skirt. The men wore grey suits. The couple were wed at 2pm by marriage celebrant Barbara Houghton. The reception was held at the Inverloch Community Hub. Their special day was captured by Bride 2 Be photography. They are looking forward to a six week European honeymoon in August.
Helping Africans: Leongatha busker Michael Warner is calling on the community to support orphans and children in Uganda and Kenya.
Welcome Aussies IMMIGRANTS from Sri Lanka, India and South Africa now call South Gippsland home. Six people become Australian citizens at a citizenship ceremony held by South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday. They were Demuni Tharanga Dharshani De Silva, Sudath Kumara Munugoda Hewage and Kumitha Tharul Munugoda Hewage, formerly of Sri Lanka and now of Leongatha; Dylan Heynes, formerly of South Africa and now of Mirboo North; and Liza Augustine and
Anna Maria Santhosh, formerly of India and now of Leongatha. The newcomers were officially welcomed with a performance of the national anthem and other patriotic pieces by the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent spoke of how the flowers of the Cootamundra wattle welcomed returning Gippslanders home and how those flowers would be a light shining for the new Australians. “Compared to many countries in the world, we are heaven on earth,” he said.
New citizens: at the citizenship ceremony were, from left, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, Dylan Heynes, Demuni Tharanga Dharshani De Silva, Sudath Kumara Munugoda Hewage and Kumitha Tharul Munugoda Hewage, Liza Augustine, Anna Maria Santhosh and Santhosh James, and South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett.
WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY Welcome Creating Koala habitat on farms koalas A CREATING Koala Habitat on Farms Day will be held at Ian and Helen Hasty’s property at 120 Nicholls Road, Mardan on Thursday, June 5.
Clare Davis, a local wildlife carer with many years experience, will talk about her care of injured and orphaned wildlife. Rob Wadell, of Grand Ridge Nursery at Seaview, will talk about suitable species selection for attracting koalas to your block, as well as site preparation and plant maintenance. Nicole Walsh from the South Gippsland Landcare Network will provide an update on the Friends of Strzelecki Koala project. This will be followed by lunch and, weather permitting, a farm walk to view the revegetation works that Ian and Helen have undertaken on their property. If you’d like to come please RSVP by Friday, May 30 to Nicole on 5662 5759 or email nicolew@wgcma. vic.gov.au.
THURSDAY JUNE 5 10.30am 120 Nicholls Rd Mardan Followed by a farm walk
GUEST SPEAKERS Clare Davis - local wildlife carer Rob Wadell - Grand Ridge Nursery Nicole Walsh - South Gippsland Landcare SOU3960065
RSVP Friday May 30, 2014 Nicole 5662 5759 or email nicolew@wgcma.vic.gov.au
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The Good Life
WEDDING EXPO
Crystal expo to mark 15 years BIG plans are already underway for The Great Southern Star’s 15th annual Wedding Expo next year.
Left, Fine food: from left, Brent Sinclair of Brent Sinclair Catering talks catering with Kara Nicoll and Tom Oxley of Yanakie.
Coordinator Joy Morgan has already been inundated with businesses booking stalls for the 2015 event after the success of this year’s expo held at the Memorial Hall in Leongatha on May 18. This year’s wedding expo was a complete sell out and Joy is expecting the same for next year and is excitedly planning and already has some fabulous ideas to offer people something new and fresh. “The theme will be Crystal as it will be our 15th year and we are looking at offering some great prizes to all engaged couples in attendance,” Joy said. If you would like to make a booking email joy@ thestar.com.au or call The Star on 56622294.
Far left, Wedding venue: from left, Patricia Hill of Leongatha and Courtney Maguire, moving soon to Leongatha, talked wedding venues with Phoebe Edwards of RACV Inverloch Resort at The Great Southern Star’s Wedding Expo. Right, Wedding expo: from left, Kate Adkins from Events by Kate, who compered the expo and decorated Memorial Hall, with Kate and Geoff Marks of Island Marquees and Phillip Island Catering.
Island celebrations: Abbie Patton of The Shearing Shed, a rustic function venue providing a unique location just out of Cowes on Phillip Island caters for big and intimate weddings and celebrations. Abbey attended The Star’s Wedding Expo this year and has already booked again for 2015.
Far right, Bride2Be: Renee Charlton of Watsonia chats about wedding photography with Susan Carter of Bride2Be Photography. Left, Wedding flowers: from left, Monica and Lucy Fleming of Leongatha with Elsie’s Florist and Gift Shop’s Lily and Sonia Webber. Far left, SJP Studios: from left, Shelley Price of SJP Studios Wedding Photography discusses photos with Kate Adderley of Romsey.
Right, Aspire Flowers: from left, Sean Linehan and Anna Curry of Korumburra view floral arrangements with Aspire Flowers’ Anna Stuckey.
The Shearing Shed is a rustic facility set on 20 acres in the heart of Phillip Island. Newly renovated using recycled timbers, the venue has a warm earthy feel that is accentuated by the impressive bluestone fireplace. Our newly appointed executive chef will truly make your day special with his culinary delights.
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Far right, Wedding stationery: from left, Briony Ryan of Wedding Stationery by Carolyn Little with Lauren Minns of Leongatha.
Left, Modern male: from left, Rob Buchan of Modern Male, Korumburra, shows Tom Oxley of Yanakie a formal suit jacket at The Star’s Wedding Expo. Far left, Get decorated: from left, Annelise Van Rooye of Decorations by Annelise with Marilyn Hill of Poowong.
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Bugsy Malone workshop: Chris Dickins (playwright and director of FAMDA’s last production, Foreigners from Home) with choreographer Megan Williams and co-directors, Pamela Coad and Sue Dower are the facilitators of the Bugsy Malone production.
Mirboo North country market THIS SATURDAY MAY 31 7am to 2pm at Baromi Park, Mirboo North Showcasing local produce, jams, vegetables, clothing, bric a brac, cakes, knitted items and a variety of toys and plants, along with local painting and artworks.
Contact Bev Cook 5668 1688
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FAMDA gears up for festival By Tayla Kershaw THE Foster Amateur Music and Drama Association (FAMDA) have big things planned for 2014.
Star quality: professional performer Kerryn Lockhart appears in Jesus Christ Superstar.
Professional performer in Wonthaggi show WHEN Kerryn Lockhart and her young family decided to make a life in Inverloch just eight months ago, it was to live near the ocean.
“I loved the feel of the community. My husband wanted to go fishing and we needed to be close but not too close to Traralgon where my family are. It hadn’t crossed my mind to join the local theatre,” she said. Educated at the Victorian College of the Arts in classical voice, Kerryn spent years working professionally in musical theatre and was quickly recruited to audition for Wonthaggi Theatrical Group’s upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar, when a member of the production crew discovered she had moved into town. “Louise, the choreographer, and I got talking and she encouraged me to audition for the role of Mary Magdalene,” Kerryn said. “Even though I knew it was going to completely stretch the family time-wise, I was hooked the minute I met the all the cast and crew. I had seen a number of WTG’s previous shows, too. They were great and I wanted to work with them.” With a long career in professional theatre, Ms Lockhart recognises the quality and the breadth of experience and passion that drives this theatre group. She was the understudy for Marina Pryor in the national tour of Showboat in 1998, performed with the World Tour of Cats in 2000-1 and has directed and produced her own shows over the years. “They have such high standards. Their production values, quality and talent are amazing,” Kerryn said of the Jesus Christ Superstar cast and crew. Kerryn described the theatre and acting experience as one of “life’s peak experiences”. She said that in theatre, you never forget all the special moments of life at that time and reflects on how when she toured with Cats she remembered “every single week of that year”. “When you perform on stage you use your talent, ability and skills, everything that you have trained all your life for, all the rehearsals, the studies, the practise. It all comes together in that one moment, that one night on stage. It’s where you fly,” she said. Come and see Kerryn and hear for yourself her incredible voice in Jesus Christ Superstar, which opened on the weekend and continues until Sunday, June 8 at Wonthaggi Arts Centre. Purchase your tickets from the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club by phoning 5672 1083.
Their two major performances will be Bugsy Malone starting on July 11 and the One Act Play Festival in August. Bugsy Malone is based on a film by Alan Parker. The cast is entirely child actors who will take on the adult roles. All 45 cast members are within the ages of seven and 16 and will bring an element of slapstick to the performance. Pamela Coad and Sue Dower are co directors while Megan Williams acts as choreographer. “We just began rehearsal,” FAMDA production manager Edwin Coad said. “We are happy with the support of parents and think it will be a good, funny show.” The show has attracted children from as far as Korumburra and Inverloch who have a real drive to perform. The stage designer will be Geoff Davies, who is renowned for his work and has won awards in the past. Last year, the One Act Play Festival attracted 18 plays, 15 of which came from Melbourne. Bookings will start in July with the festival scheduled for August 9 and 10. All local schools are invited and encouraged to submit a play. Plays were entered by Fish Creek Primary School, Koonwarra Village School and South Gippsland Secondary College last year. “We would be delighted to see more school plays,” Mr Coad said. “We are pushing the idea for young actors to join.” The festival is also popular due to the cash prizes. The best play is awarded $1000 and $250 goes to the best actor, donated by major sponsor the Toora Bendigo Bank. For more details go to www.famda.org.au.
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FRIDAY JUNE 13 | DOORS OPEN 8.30PM WONTHAGGI WORKMEN’S CLUB 65-83 GRAHAM ST, WONTHAGGI Ph. 5672 1083
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Above, ZEKE Robert Whittaker was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 30 to Gabrielle Schutte and Brett Whittaker of Pioneer Bay. Zeke is a baby brother for Ann Marie, 15, and Daniel, 12. Left, LEAH Purton was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 30 to Michelle Henry and Daryl Purton of Wonthaggi. Leah is pictured with her proud parents and brother Hayden, 2.
Milpara Community House news A FUNCTION was held at the Korumburra Community Meeting Rooms where more than 60 people gathered to share a fine evening with good food, great music, and good company. Many of the classes held at Milpara Community House showcased work completed by participants and it was fantastic to see what was on display. Many people commented they were not aware of the diversity of options available in the Korumburra Community, so we were pleased to be able to provide details and to introduce them to the tutors and volunteers who are such an integral part of the workings of Milpara. We are planning on holding this event again next week during Neighbourhood House Week and the local producers who were a part of this function have all commented they would like to do it all again. We have a number of very interesting classes
coming up during the next few weeks and these include Understanding Teenagers (two sessions, one for girls, and the other for boys), what to consider when Designing a Community Garden being presented by our own local community garden designer Juneen Schulz. This session will be followed by an afternoon tea for people interested in the ongoing development of Korumburra’s own Children Garden which is to be located at Milpara Community House. We also take this time to extend a welcome to any newcomers to the district to attend a luncheon to be held at Milpara Community House on June 3 commencing at 12.30pm. We hold these lunches each term and they are designed around providing information to new arrivals to help them feel more at home in their new location. For information about
any of the above information please call Sandra, Leisa or Jenni on 5655 2524, visit our website
www.milparacommunityhouse.org.au or call into Milpara at 21 Shellcott’s Road, Korumburra.
Good memories: Tarwin Lower Red Cross secretary Margaret Fisher describes the Red Cross as “raising money for the Red Cross, and having a fun time with our friends”.
Fun and games By Edwin Bryant, work experience THE Tarwin Lower Red Cross branch has been busy in recent times, the latest fundraising event being a fashion show held at the Venus Bay Community Centre. The event was held to raise funds for a
village in The Philippines. The branch has a total of 32 men and women and raises money for Melbourne’s Red Cross headquarters. Some members have also volunteered for emergency services registration and catering for small local functions. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month at 1.30pm and usually have the attendance of a guest speaker.
Girls pampered WONTHAGGI North Primary School hosted its first ever Girls’ Night recently.
Thanks a million: Milpara Community House recently celebrated Neighbourhood House Week as well as Volunteer’s Week. This was a perfect time to acknowledge the significant contribution of one of the long term supporters of Milpara. House president John Davies made a presentation to Diane Fitzpatrick in acknowledgement of her 20 years involvement.
The event coincided with Mother’s Day and aimed to promote self esteem, confidence and wellbeing. Girls were given strict orders the event was to remain secret girl’s business and to invite a significant female in their lives. Many students invited their mothers, while some invited grandmothers, aunties, baby sitters and next door neighbours. The event quickly gained interest with activities such as loom banding, hair braiding demonstrations, nail painting, cupcake decorating and craft activities.
More than 180 people attended. Guests were treated to acoustic performances from students Jessica Geyer and Georgia Wintle
who sing with Maureen Alford. The night was a success and the school aims to host a Lad’s Night around Fathers’ Day.
Cuddles: mother and daughter duo Leanne and Eva Brown enjoyed the Girls’ Night at Wonthaggi North Primary School.
Winter ends fossicking THE South Gippsland Gemstone Club has closed for the winter.
Some members have taken to the road and travelled north for the winter, but before club closure members decided to meet at Inverell at the end of April so they could go fossicking together. On arrival at the caravan park the weather was fine, but as time went by it deteriorated and soon it was colder at Inverell than in Leongatha. However this did not stop the brave and hardy club members and they enjoyed several days finding ‘Jelly Beans’, smoky quartz, and the occasional sapphire on various sites in the area, much to the delight of the first time fossickers. Club members and their partners took over the caravan park’s camp kitchen
Health and wellbeing: Monday, May 19 was World Family Doctors’ Day, a time to celebrate the vital work general practitioners undertake in keeping Australians’ health on track. Acknowledging the occasion were Leongatha Healthcare staff, from left, Dr Graham Toohill, Dr Farhana Quamar, nurse Sharyn Rayson, nurse Kym Biggs, Dr Raghav Nara, practice manager Judy Robb, Dr Corina Budileanu and Dr Hugh Chisholm.
most evenings and the ladies of the club took in turns to cater for the group and ate extremely well. There was much leg pulling and laughter during meals with tall tales being told of people’s hot and cold water lines being altered so their hot water ran cold and the cold, hot, causing some concern to those affected. Out on the fossicking fields practical joking continued. The ties and friendships between club members have been strengthened during the trip and ideas for future club activities have been under discussion. No doubt some of the concepts and ideas will be revisited when the club restarts its workshops and monthly meetings in late winter.
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Relay returns to Wonthaggi By Tayla Kershaw WONTHAGGI will be hosting the Cancer Council’s Relay for Life in November.
Personal development: Lone Venturer Louise Parkes (right) met Detective Senior Constable Peter Clarke from the Clandestine Laboratory Squad. They talked about how drugs affect people, as part of Louise’s program.
Lone Venturers need leaders By Tayla Kershaw KORUMBURRA’S Shirley Reeves is helping youths reach their full potential. She is currently teaching two teenagers under the Lone Venturer program. Louise Parkes and Jason Gent are both students at Wonthaggi Secondary College. Jason has almost completed his three year tutoring with just six months to go. Louise began the program five and a half months ago. It is a fantastic opportunity full of experience and personal development. The only problem is there are no units available in Wonthaggi and no leaders willing to make the commitment. Each scout must complete a series of activities in 300 hours to achieve their Queen Scout award. Leaders are required to help them achieve their goal. The program is one of a kind. It boosts confidence, provides the chance to be involved in the community and comes with
long term benefits. Sarah Gent was once involved in the program, like her brother Jason. She is now almost 19, has gone on to work full time in life saving, and has completed her training to be a Joey Scout leader thanks to the Lone Venturers program. Experiences are limitless. Louise recently travelled to Port Augusta, South Australia, to work in an Aboriginal school as part of her 300 hours requirement. “I thought it was very brave of her,” Ms Reeves said. “It was certainly a great experience and a real eye opener for her.” It is a challenge and allows people from five to 26 years old to step outside their comfort zone. Potential leaders must be over the age of 18, willing to have a go, possess a working with children’s licence and undergo a police check. To become a leader and help out future Lone Venturers, contact Sue Kemp in Leongatha, attend a local Scout Hall or call Shirley Reeves on 5655 2273.
The Wonthaggi community has requested the event return to the area and it is being pushed to run annually. Relay for Life is the Cancer Council’s main event, raising funds for all cancers. Whilst raising money is a feature, the main aim is to get people participating. Form a team by November to support a fantastic cause. There is no limit on team members but at least three members are recommended by the Relay for Life organisation team. It is a family friendly environment for the entire community, for all ages and for all fitness backgrounds. Camp out by the side of the track and support your team to keep your baton moving for the entire event. The 18 hour long event will run overnight from 4pm until 10am at a venue is yet to be decided. It is a good, fun event to support those who have been touched by cancer. “We are looking for people to help out. No skills required,” chair manager for Relay for Life Wonthaggi Simone Short said. “The more the merrier.” Relay for Life was held in Dumbalk recently. People can register online or contact the community engagement coordinator Allison Gamble at the Cancer Council Victoria. Registrations are $20 per team member.
Raising awareness: chair manager for Relay for Life Wonthaggi Simone Short and community engagement coordinator Allison Gamble are bringing Relay for Life back to Wonthaggi.
Poowong kids think ahead POOWONG PreSchool is one of only seven early childhood services in Victoria to have been selected to participate in the AussiVicResourceSmart pilot program for early childhood settings. A special information session at Poowong Pre-school was well supported by parents and caregivers who were given the opportunity to learn about how sustainability has become everyday practice in the kindergarten environment. Sustainability Gippsland facilitator Heidi Hamm outlined how and why sustainable practices such as water and energy usage, reduction of waste and increasing biodiversity should be embedded in the pre-school program. Parents contributed their ideas about what
is being done well at the service and what could be achieved in the future. Children also presented their ideas and parents talked about their recent bush spice cooking day facilitated by
Julie Weatherhead from Peppermint Ridge farms at Tynong. Julie is helping the preschool to enhance the bush tucker garden and showed the children how to cook with the plants grown, starting with
apple and wattle seed, and banana and strawberry gum bushcakes. To learn more about the preschools sustainability story, make contact through sustainabilitygippsland. com
Moving ahead: Alison Taylor (ResourceSmartAuSSiVic coordinator), Lisa Bodman (Poowong Pre School) and Heidi Hamm (Sustainability Gippsland and South Gippsland Shire Council) inspect the new bush hut constructed with radial sawn cypress timber and salvaged tin.
Reconciliation message still relevant Cherishing each day: myeloma sufferer Margaret Fox with her grandsons Ryan (left) and Corey.
Family inspires Margaret By Edwin Bryant, work experience MARGARET Fox’s treatment for myeloma began when she was expecting a grandson from her youngest son Trevor and his wife Natasha.
When the time came for his birth, the Leongatha woman said she vowed to live long enough to see Corey go off to school. When she was first diagnosed in August 2005, Ms Fox claimed to have been tired and not have her usual get up and go attitude. She visited her local doctor about a cough she couldn’t get rid of. When her doctor gave her a second prescription of antibiotics, the doctor suggested she should go and get a blood test “to see what’s going on”. The results of the test indicated Ms Fox needed further blood testing.
The first time she had heard about myeloma was when the doctor rang a haematologist to arrange an appointment for her. This appointment was a week before the Leongatha Daffodil and Floral Show Ms Fox was secretary of. “I sort of gathered myeloma was cancer. I went home and Googled it, which is not a good way to learn you’ve got an incurable cancer and I thought I’d deal with it after the show,” she said. Ms Fox said the hardest thing about having myeloma was burdening her sons and their families. Her diagnosis was confirmed after a bone marrow biopsy. Myeloma affects 5400 people in Australia with a prediction of more than 1500 Australians to be diagnosed in the next 12 months. Last Wednesday was National Myeloma Day. For more information visit www.leukaemia.org.au/myeloma or call 1800 500 088.
WONTHAGGI’S Neighbourhood Centre commemorated National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week. Mitchell House held a moving multimedia presentation covering the story of the stolen generation, Kevin Rudd’s momentous 2008 “Sorry Speech” and the inspiring aspirations of a new generation of Aboriginal and Torres Island children. “It’s a day to recognise this huge step but also to acknowledge there is still a lot of pain. You could see there was still a lot of pain when the speech was given,” Ramahyuck youth worker and business manager Sonia Weston said. “There is still a lot of hard work to come to make everyone feel connected.” The event was held yesterday (Monday). National Reconciliation Week is celebrated across Australia each year between May 27 and June 3. The dates mark two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey: the anniversaries of the successful referendum which included Aboriginal people in the national consensus and the High Court Mabo decision. Mitchell House will celebrate a milestone in contemporary Aboriginal arts by watching the first two episodes of the significant Australian series Redfern Now tonight (Tuesday) at 7pm. Redfern Now features the talents of indigenous directors, actors and producers. The screening will take place
at the Wonthaggi State Coal Mine and bookings are essential. Drop in and listen to a reconciliation story today at 12.30pm. Students from Wonthaggi Primary School and friends will create colourful footpath artwork, help paint Mitchell House’s new flags and be part of a circle song. “Everyone is welcome to come along,” Ms Weston said.
Inverloch CWA DOROTHY Riddiford welcomed everyone to the May meeting, followed by the national anthem and The Collect.
Craft was held in the morning. Heather Owen showed how to make a scissor keep and needle case. Next month members will make apron with applique. Members may visit Seahaven aged care hostel to show residents items made for the exhibition and may create craft with them. Marj White told the group more about the country of study, Mongolia, where people live in the Gobi Desert, an arid, harsh climate with long winters and short summers, with 257 cloudless days. The blooms were jointly won by Joyce Ingle and Pat Griggs, and Pat also won the prettiest plate. The meeting closed with the Motto, followed by a Dutch auction.
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Farming Insight
Best by a country yard By Sarah Vella THE Koonwarra saleyards were purchased by Victorian Livestock Exchange (VLE) in 2006 as part of a large purchase of saleyards throughout Gippsland.
Now referred to as VLE Leongatha, the saleyards are proving popular with both producers and purchasers. Chief executive officer Wayne Osborne said soon after the yards were purchased, the roof was erected and the soft floor model was adopted. “This site, as far as IT goes, is more advanced than Pakenham. This makes it fairly unique in Gippsland and probably the rest of Australia,” he said. “We have in place a failsafe system that can sort out any documentation mishaps itself. It is more effective
and easier for the saleyard staff and for the farmers as well.” Mr Osborne said the saleyards have seen a lot of cattle come through from interstate in the last six months, from as far away as Broken Hill, New South Wales “That is a testament to the facility, as well as the region as a selling point. South Gippsland is a premier place to produce cattle as far as fattening goes,” he said. “One thing that is becoming important is the impact of lifetime traceability. There are a lot of certification programs around now and one of the key elements lifetime traceability. “The impact on saleyards is the necessity of the staff to be absolutely diligent and accurate.” Mr Osborne said it was vital for saleyards staff to maintain lifetime traceability and accuracy was of growing importance to
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Farming boost REGIONAL farming group Agribusiness Gippsland Inc (AGI) has offered Canberra suggestions into how to boost competitiveness in agriculture.
AGI has lodged an 11-page submission to the Federal Government Taskforce on Agricultural Competitiveness. The response will be considered as the taskforce next prepares a White Paper on the issue. The group’s submission collated input from across Gippsland. Directors presented to taskforce hearings in Traralgon and Melbourne and AGI chair Paul Ford attended the March meeting of the Gippsland Local Government Network, seeking councils’ input. “We are seeking consolidation and promotion of agriculture, food and fibre-processing and related industries into one aligned and focused agribusiness sector. There is no other single step which would more effectively increase competitiveness,” Mr Ford said. “Gippsland’s agribusinesses have the opportunity to build long term profitable partnerships in supply of value add food to selected global markets. These opportunities are immense and investing in agribusiness in Gippsland makes sense.”
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Call 1300 30 30 33 or visit rabobank.com.au Rabobank Farm Management Deposits (FMDs) are issued by Rabobank Australia Limited ABN 50 001 621 129 AFSL 234 700. Conditions and eligibility criteria apply to primary producers under the FMDs Scheme. This advertisement and any tax related information is general in nature. You should consider the relevant Disclosure Documents along with your personal objectives, financial situation and needs and the FMDs Terms and Conditions, available at our branches, before making any financial decisions. Rabobank recommends you ask your tax adviser or accountant about any taxation implications before investing in a FMD. Early termination fees apply and other fees and charges may apply. * Rate is effective 5 May 2014 and subject to change without notice.
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Farming Insight
Heifers attract a crowd
The heifer night, which explored the best way to rear heifers to increase productivity and profitability, saw more than 40 young dairy farmers enjoying a relaxed dinner and discussion. Guest speaker Bridget Kase from Southern Stockfeeds discussed the pros and cons of on-farm heifer rearing while Dr Jamie McNeil from Korumburra Veterinary Clinic added his expert opinions on rearing healthy heifers. YDDP Gippsland coordinator Penny Cooper said the strong turn out at the Meeniyan Hotel was an
indication young farmers in the region were wanting to improve their animal husbandry knowledge. “It wasn’t just the number of people here that was impressive, it was the quality of the discussion,” Penny said. “It really showed if farmers are offered the chance to improve their skills and knowledge, they will grab it with both hands. “There’s a thirst for farming information out here which YDDP, with the help of dairy service levy funds from GippsDairy, is happy to try and satisfy.” Anyone interested in joining YDDP should contact Penny on yddpgipps@ gippsdairy.com.au or call her on 0428 889 337.
WANTED
DAIRY HERD
Approx 200 Friesian or Friesian X Cows June – July Calving
LEONGATHA - John Bowler 0408 238 464 or your local representative.
STORE SALE VLE - LEONGATHA
1000
Steers, bullocks lead quality yarding There was a full field of buyers operating in a mixed market. Quality improved, with a larger proportion of well finished grown steers and bullocks penned in the offering of 1200 head. Yearling heifers to the trade eased 3c to 5c/kg. The bigger and better quality run of grown steers and bullocks showing good finish eased 2c, while the leaner two score grown steers sold to greater demand due to the limited numbers offered in the weight range. A solid supply of heavy weight grown heifers slipped 4c to 8c/kg. Heavy weight crossbred manufacturing steers sold 4c to 6c/kg cheaper. Most weights and grades were represented in the cows, with prices improving 5c to 7c while the heavy weight bulls eased 3c to 6c/kg. A handful of yearling trade steers sold from 192c to 207c/kg. Well finished yearling heifers to the trade made between 155c and 206c/kg. Grown steers showing good finish sold between 198c and 210c, with the secondary 2 scores between 180c and 200c/kg. Bullocks made from 174c to 217c/kg. Heavy weight bullocks sold from 185c to 204c/kg, holding firm. Heavy weight grown heifers in good order made between 152c and 185c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 147c and 160c with too few in the previous sale to quote and the crossbred portion between 145c and 186c/kg. Light and medium weight cows made from 65c to 132c/kg. Heavy weight dairy cows sold from 94c to 150c, with the beef bred portion from 115c to 159c/kg. Heavy weight bulls made between 132c and 178c/ kg. The next sale draw - May 28 & 29: 1. Rodwells, 2. Alex Scott, 3. Elders, 4. SEJ, 5. David Phelan, 6. Landmark.
Wednesday, May 21 BULLOCKS
10 A.G. Briffa, Yinnar 595kg 7 R.J. & C.M. McGill, Kongwak 605kg 5 G. Adamo, Mirboo North 664kg 9 A. & P. Brown, Wattle Bank 553kg 9 R. Senini, Mardan 625kg 7 J.S. & M.J. Patterson, Koorooman $1178.11
216.6 $1289.00 214.6 $1298.00 213.2 $1415.65 213.0 $1178.60 212.0 $1325.00 555kg 212.0
STEERS
2 5 3 1 2 2
A.G. Briffa, Yinnar A. & P. Brown, Wattle Bank I. Kulundic, Nyora L. Powney, Nerrena C. Fourtzis, Korumburra M. Beavis, Kardella
522kg 547kg 521kg 520kg 480kg 307kg
216.6 213.0 210.0 208.6 208.0 207.6
$1131.74 $1165.11 $1095.50 $1084.72 $998.40 $638.37
COWS
7 K.W. & E.A. Heggen, Binginwarri $885.50 1 P. & B. Cook, Nyora 720kg 2 Gippsgraze P/L, Inverloch 620kg 1 D. Nave, Berrys Creek 605kg 2 O’Hara Realty P/L, Yinnar 617kg 1 SJC Farms, Thorpdale 600kg
575kg 154.0 153.2 $1103.04 153.0 $948.60 153.0 $925.65 153.0 $944.78 153.0 $918.00
HEIFERS
2 A.B. & B.J. Crouch, Welshpool 385kg 1 F. Van Ree, Yarram 360kg 3 K.D. & L.J. Opray, Hedley 378kg 1 A.D. & J.M. Pocklington, Mirboo $579.50 2 T. & J. McRae, Buffalo 395kg 8 C.D. & L.J. Stewart, Jeetho West $928.47
200.0 $770.00 200.0 $720.00 195.0 $737.75 305kg 190.0 185.0 $730.75 501kg 185.0
BULLS
1
P.C., D.E., B.P. & I.M. Gale, 1065kg Waratah North 1 S.B. Marriott Lstk, Outtrim 910kg 1 Elm Valley P/L, Tarwin Lower 990kg 1 A.M. & D. Waters, Leongatha 990kg 1 A.J. & B.R. Moyle, Lance Creek $1618.56 1 P. & G. Poulton, Drumdlemara 955kg
178.2 $1897.83
Preliminary Notice 150 Rileys Road, Outtrim a/c D & M Close (Property Sold)
Farm Equipment, Sundries & Household Goods Full details in next issue
Robert & Susan Clark on
0407 343 272
SOUTH GIPPSLAND ASSOCIATED AGENTS
WE HAVE MOVED has established a retail division/& administration at
86 Yarragon Road, Leongatha (corner Horn Street)
Full range of: Calf feeds
- 20kg and bulk bags - also calf rearing equipment including calf feeders
Hay
- northern & local, large & small squares
ALE5760220
LEONGATHA Dane Perczyk 0408 176 063. David Holden 0428 749 390
FORRESTERS CALF BUYING MONDAYS & THURSDAYS ONLY
ENTRIES INCLUDE: A/C McLEOD PARTNERSHIP, YARRAM (BREEDER) 85 Angus steers & heifers, 10 months ‘Innesdale’ breeding including ‘Sav Net Worth’ & ‘Nbar bando’ bloodlines, drenched & vaccinated. (ELDERS) A/C MELALUCHA CREEK, KILCUNDA 15 Charolais/Limo x steers, 12 months 22 Angus steers, 16 months, ‘Pure Lawson’ blood 10 Angus/Hereford x steers, 18 months 8 Limousin x steers, 18 months. (ELDERS) A/C D JERRAM 7 Angus steers, 22 months, Truro breeding, summer drenched, very quiet 10 Angus steers, 18-20 months, Te Mania Sheen bred, EU and Cattle Care accredited, summer drenched, very quiet. (SEJ) A/C G & K DAVIS, LEONGATHA 5 Angus/Friesian x heifers, 20 months 5 Angus/Friesian x heifers, 16 months. (LANDMARK) 5655 1677 5662 2291 5662 4388 5662 4033 5658 1894 David Phelan & Co. Pty. Ltd. 5662 3523 5655 1133 0429 050 349
166.6 $1591.03
Now buying for China
Prices just gone up. Ring for further information.
Sharing knowledge: guest speaker Dr Jamie McNeil from Korumburra Veterinary Clinic, with Young Dairy Development Program Gippsland co-ordinator Penny Cooper and YDDP South Gippsland committee member Luke Cockman at the Meeniyan Heifer night.
175.6 $1597.96 175.0 $1732.50 171.6 $1698.84 960kg 168.6
EXPORT HEIFERS CLEARING SALE Friday June 13, 2014 at 11am - Unjoined Holstein Heifers 100-180kg, 180-320kg - Unjoined Jersey Heifers 130-160KG, 180kg plus China Protocols apply.
1000
Starting at 10am
VLE LEONGATHA
THERE were approximately 1900 export and 400 young cattle penned representing an increase of 200 head week-on-week.
CATTLE
THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2014
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A RECENT Young Dairy Development Program event in Meeniyan attracted plenty of interest.
Horse feeds
Elders Korumburra 5658 1894 Don Olden 0417 805 312
Ph: 5662 3199 | FREE Delivery
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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 INFANT HIGH CHAIR. Chicco brand. Good condition. Can deliver to Leongatha or Wonthaggi. $40. Ph. 5952 2570. TENT. Wild Country brand. 3 man. 1 year old. Never used. $50. Ph. 0427 180 143. CASEMENT WINDOW. 8 pane.Timber. 180mm x 102mm. $50. Ph. 0409 411 692. GOLF BAG & ASSORTED CLUBS. Brosnan. $40. Ph. 0409 411 692 PICNIC CHAIRS. Canvas. Two. $10. Ph. 0409 411 692. BABY CHANGE TABLE. $15. Ph. 5672 4665. CHILD’S ROCKING HORSE. $15. Ph. 5672 4665. COMPUTER MONITOR. LG. 19”. Cordless keyboard& mouse plus rec. $50. Ph. 5662 4328. YUCCA PLANTS. 5.2ft and 6 inches. $9 each or $45 for the lot. Ph. 5662 5419. CORRUGATED IRON. 10x6”sheets. $50. Ph. 5657 3291. PLASTIC DRUMS. 200Ltr. 5 for $50. Ph. 5657 3291. ANTIQUE CHAIRS. Teak colour stained wood. 2 dinning chairs. Good condition. $15 each. Ph. 5663 5439. PRAM. 3 wheels. Black. Sleeping bag. Extra toddler seat attachment. With umbrella. Good condition. $50. Ph. 0498 532 554. MATTRESS. Double. Ikea. Spring & foam. Hardly used. Excellent condition. Phillip Island. $50. ph. 0498 532 554. INFANT PORTACOT. Mothers choice brand. Good condition. Can deliver to Leongatha or Wonthaggi. $40. Ph. 5952 2570. BABY CHANGE TABLE. Black Melamine colour. With storage area underneath table. Excellent condition. $30. Ph. 5663 5439. PITCHERS. Bluestone. Eleven in total. $4.50 each. Ph. 5662 2570. GYMNASTIC SET. York 2001. Complete. Hardly used. $50. Ph. 5662 3519. ELECTRIC ORGAN. Yamaha Electone D-85. 3 keyboards. $50. Ph. 5662 3519. BRICKS. Besser. 95x95x395. 44 granite texture finish. Great garden edging. $35 or near offer. Ph. 5662 2570 PAVING STONES. Concrete. 5 610x610x50. 6 - slightly smaller. $8. 20 sill bricks, brown $10. Ph. 5662 2570. BIKE. Men’s Dunlop Scout. Plus helmet. $50. ph. 5662 0838. PET CARRIER. Gulliver 4. Excellent condition. Hardly used. Cost $110 new, Sell for $50. Ph. 0447 690 253. MOVING CARTONS. 25 in total. $2 each. ph. 5662 0266. SINGLE MATTRESSES. Two.
Innerspring. $20 each. ph. 0418 905 531. IKEA PENDANT LIGHTS. White plastic. Classic look. Require hard wiring. $10 for the two. Excellent condition. Ph. 5662 5141. PRINTER. HP 3 in 1. Photocopies, scans, prints. Requires new ink. $10. Excellent condition. Ph. 5662 5141. CHILDCARE HIGHCHAIR. $10. Ph. 0422 065 848. BABY BOTTLE STERILISER. Phillips Avent. $30. Ph. 0422 065 848. DC HIGHTOP SHOES. Size 4 (US). 2013 range. Good condition. Hardly worn. $20. Ph. 0416 384 869. PERSIMMONS. $3 per kilo. Ph. 0433 776 369 or 5668 4228. ABS WHEEL COVERS. Street Wise. 14”. As new. Silver. $25. Ph. 0488 105 451. CHILDREN’S MOTORBIKE HELMET. $40. Ph. 0400 640 019 BLUNDSTONES. 432 high leg. Black. Lace up boots with zip kit. Size 6½. Brand new in original box. $50. Ph. 0408 622 650. BICYCLE. Ladies. Dunlop Hillcrest. Purple and white. Near new. Plus helmet. $50. Ph. 5662 0838. BOOKS. Mystery and suspense books. 4 volumes. 21 stories: 1 crime mystery & detection. $50. ph. 5662 0838. WALL OVEN/GRILL. Simpson. Electric. 600mm.White. Very Clean. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0419 594 648. COOKTOP. Westinghouse. Electric. 900mm. 4 elements. White. Excellent condition. $50. ph. 0419 594 648. SINGLE BED. White powder coated. very good condition. $50. Ph. 0439 846 592. SINGLE MATTRESS. Innerspring. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0439 846 592. GOLF CLUBS. Ladies size. 3 wood & 8 irons. Ideal for beginners. Good condition. $50. Ph. 5657 2308. STOVE. Westinghouse Avondale. Good order. $50. Ph. 5664 5415. GEORGE FOREMAN. 3 tier food steamer. White base. Excellent condition. $30. Ph. 0408 994 581. ATARI FLASHBACK. 3 classic game console with inbuilt games. As new. $40. Ph. 0408 994 581. FISHING WADERS. Size 9. Brand new still in bag. $40. Ph. 0439 552 588. COFFEE TABLE. Wooden. Glass top. Length 37cm. Width 25cm. Very good condition. $30. ph. 0488 105 451. TV. NEC Analog. 25”. Works well with set top box. $25. Korumburra. Ph. 0417 102 526. PC MONITOR. Acer LCD screen 19”. With quick guide and set up cd. $50. Ph. 0409 647 560.
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Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia Ltd Hico requires the services of a
SALES REPRESENTATIVE Situated in the South/West Gippsland area this position offers a challenging and rewarding career. The principal role of this position is to promote sales of all Hico goods and services to the dairy industry, for the genetic improvement of herds and the overall management of farms. The successful applicant will preferably have: • Excellent communications and people skills • Demonstrated sales ability • Proven experience in building customer relationships • A sound understanding of the Dairy Industry • A suitable qualification in Agriculture or relevant experience in the Dairy Industry • The ability to organise their time efficiently • Be computer literate
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Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We provide ageing in place residential care services as well as short-term respite care for our local community. Our 60 bed home is fully licensed and accredited to Government standards. We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our care team Leisure and Lifestyle staff.
Leisure and Lifestyle staff Casual
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Cleaning Services 30 Bed Residential Care Facility Gippsland Southern Health Service is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified companies or individuals to undertake a cleaning services at Hillside Lodge. The successful candidate must supply a current police check for each person on site and carry the relevant insurances and registrations to work as a contractor. The ability to work in a residential care environment is vital and presentation, confidentiality and communication is important. Please provide your interest in writing to the address below and supply contact details for at least two references where work was completed within the last 12 months. The lowest hourly rate is not the only consideration as references and work quality will be considered. Further information may be obtained from the undersigned. Jenny Fitzgerald Nurse Unit Manager Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13 LEONGATHA VIC 3953 Telephone: 03 5654 2751 Email: jenny.fitzgerald@gshs.com.au Expressions of Interest close no later than 5pm Friday 6th June 2014.
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Our Leisure and Lifestyle staff work within the Care team reporting to the Director of Care to implement recreational activities for residents that promote enjoyment and stimulation, and meet their individual leisure and therapy needs. Key selection criteria: Essential • Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Must be a team player with the ability to multi task • The ability to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner at all times • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work without supervision • Well-developed written skills that meet residents’ needs • All PCAC appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check with no disclosures • Current Victorian driver’s licence Desirable • Demonstrated excellent time management skills • Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people • Qualification in Diversional Therapy or equivalent • Demonstrated experience in planning and evaluating recreational and rehabilitative programs, preferably in the aged care industry • Working knowledge of Aged Care Standards and legislation Applications close 5pm Friday 6th June 2014 All enquiries to: Lee Cooney, Director of Care T: 03 5682 0800 E: lee.cooney@promcountryagedcare.com.au Please send your resumé and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: Lyn Williams, Administration Officer PO Box 81 Foster VIC 3960 E: lyn.williams@promcountryagedcare.com.au
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LOCH & DISTRICT PRE SCHOOL CENTRE
TEMPORARY POSITION EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We provide ageing in place residential care services as well as short-term respite care for our local community. Our 60 bed home is fully licensed and accredited to Government standards. We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our laundry staff.
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Our laundry team reports to the CEO and Director of Care to attend all laundry requirements of the residents of Prom Country House. Key selection criteria: Essential • Demonstrated good communication and interpersonal skills • Must be a team player with the ability to multi task • The ability to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner at all times • Ability to write clear and precise English • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work without supervision Desirable • Demonstrated good time management skills Applications close 5pm Friday 6th June 2014 All enquiries to: Lee Cooney, Director of Care T: 03 5682 0800 E: lee.cooney@promcountryagedcare.com.au Please send your resumé and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: Lyn Williams, Administration Officer PO Box 81 Foster VIC 3960 E: lyn.williams@promcountryagedcare.com.au
Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We provide ageing in place residential care services as well as short-term respite care for our local community. Our 60 bed home is fully licensed and accredited to Government standards. We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our care team in the role of Personal Carer.
Personal Carer Permanent part time/Casual
Our Personal Carers work within the Care team reporting to the Registered Nurse in charge to ensure that the direct care needs of all residents are met. Key selection criteria: Essential • Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Must be a team player with the ability to multi task • The ability to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner at all times • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work without supervision • All PCAC appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check with no disclosures • Certificate III Aged Care or equivalent • Current Victorian driver’s licence Desirable • Demonstrated excellent time management skills • Well-developed written skills that meet residents’ needs • Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people • Working knowledge of Aged Care Standards and legislation Applications close 5pm Friday 6th June 2014 All enquiries to: Lee Cooney, Director of Care T: 03 5682 0800 E: lee.cooney@promcountryagedcare.com.au Please send your resumé and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: Lyn Williams, Administration Officer PO Box 81 Foster VIC 3960 E: lyn.williams@promcountryagedcare.com.au
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Written applications are invited for the part time position of Early Childhood Teacher for Loch & District Pre School Centre commencing Term 3 and for the remainder of 2014. Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, Working with Children Check, first aid qualifications and anaphylaxis management training essential. Please email at loch.kin@kindergarten.vic.gov.au for position description and Loch Pre School philosophy. “Loch Pre School and its families deeply value and respect the natural environment and our children’s place within it.” Applications close 5th June 2014
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UnitingCare Gippsland is a quality accredited community service agency. The Agency has a vision of a healthy Gippsland, where disadvantage and inequity are challenged. UnitingCare Gippsland has the following vacancy:
Koori Pre-School Assistant Based in Leongatha Closing date 6th June 2014 Further information is available at: www.ucgipps.org.au or call Pam Porter on 5152 9600 UnitingCare Gippsland interviews in the interests of safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
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KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER Gippsland ABS Australia, a division of ABS Global Inc. is a leading producer and marketer of bovine genetics and related products and services. As part of our on-going business development we are seeking a Key Account Manager within the region of Gippsland. You should be a highly motivated individual with proven sales experience in order to achieve business objectives in your assigned territory by growing sales and direct farmer awareness of ABS products. You will possess: • Excellent interpersonal skills • Business acumen and understanding of business operations • Product Knowledge (Understanding of bull proofs and pedigrees) • Proven track record of achieving sales targets • Organisational skills • Communication (verbal and written) skills • Australian Drivers Licence • Must be prepared to travel • Intermediate Computer Skills as a minimum An attractive remuneration package is offered based on skills, qualifications and experience. Please contact Lyndsey Bruce on 03 8358 8850 if you have any queries. To apply for this position please send an up-to-date resumé to Lyndsey Bruce, HR Manager, 2 Fleet Street, Somerton, Victoria, 3062 or email address Lyndsey.bruce@genusplc.com. Closing Date – 4th June 2014 ABS Australia is an equal opportunities employer.
ACSAG is a highly professional organisation that values staff and provides a warm and supportive team culture. In return we seek motivated individuals to provide exceptional care and to lead by example. We currently have the below vacancies to commence on a casual basis, with a view of permanent part time, at our Mirboo North Aged Care Facility.
Registered Nurse Successful applicants will possess a passion for, and previous experience working in an aged care environment, have experience with ACFI and accreditation requirements, open communication skills and hold an active AHPRA registration followed by sufficient experience with a passion for Dementia Care.
Personal Care Worker Successful applicants will possess a passion for, and previous experience working in an aged care environment; strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as a Certificate III in Aged Care. Applications to: Alison Snell - Facility Manager mirboonorth@acsagroup.com.au 27 Giles Street, Mirboo North, VIC 3871 * All applicants must provide evidence of their right to work in Australia and a valid National Police Check* Please note: Only successful applicants will be contacted Please no recruiters at this time. Thank you.
Shire Council
Council Support Officer Temporary full time till 27 February 2015 Option of 9 day fortnight $65,082 total salary package Are you looking for an opportunity to display your high level administration skills? This role will see you providing executive support to South Gippsland Shire’s Councillors and carry out administration tasks within the Governance Services Department, including diary management, coordination of Councillor requests and organisation of meetings and events. To be successful, you will have experience in providing executive administration support, Year 12 secondary education or equivalent, the ability to handle a busy workload and are able to communicate maturely and effectively with key stakeholders. Enquiries to Luke Anthony, Manager Governance Services on (03) 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Employment Application Form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm Wednesday 11 June 2014. Further information and a position description is available on our website.
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Why pay rent when you can own your own unit with minimal deposit. Repayments from $288 per week. Conditions apply Ph: 0418 106 699 2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent, Dumbalk area. No pets. Ph: 0429-644499.
livestock BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE FRIESIAN, ANGUS, HEREFORD, LIMO OR JERSEY All sound, young Hire or sale Phone 0447 331 762 EWES for sale, white Dorpers ‘Roslynmead’ bloodline, Whiltshire ‘Gracelyn’ bloodlines. jds@active8.net.au. 0400618577, 5664-3281.
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Customer Service Officer An opportunity to help people in a positive environment Full time position located in Leongatha, VIC Bendigo Bank branches are all about people working together to build stronger communities. To be successful as a Customer Service Officer you’ll be committed to putting customers’ needs first, you’ll be a great communicator with customer service, computer experience and ideally cash handling – and you’ll enjoy being part of the local community. You’ll be the face of Leongatha Branch and will be given the support you need to do what you do best – listening to customers and helping them achieve their financial goals. In return you’ll become a key part of a diverse team in a rewarding work environment where you will have the opportunity to learn and advance your career. So if you think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the Bendigo team, we want to hear from you. Visit careers.bendigobank.com.au to find out more or to submit your application, quoting reference number VIC903603. Or write to Mark Hoffman, Retail Operations Officer, PO Box 698, Warragul 3820. Applications close on Monday, 2 June 2014. Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited ABN 11 068 049 178. AFSL 237879. (214716_v1) (22/05/2014)
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FIREWOOD Local messmate / stringy / bluegum. Cut, split and dry.$90 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.
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SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.
JAYCO ‘Song Bird’ 13 ft poptop. Very clean. Roll out annexe, new ‘glove’, new rubber, $7,900. Contact John or Stella 5662-3278, 0431-990108.
TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
SHIPPING CONTAINER hire, $25 per week. Ph: 0419-313483.
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HAY: small squares, excellent quality, shedded, suitable for horses. New season, $10 each. Can deliver, conditions apply. 5664-1320.
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Information, Technology & Communications/SCADA Manager • Are you ready for the next step in your career? • Do you want to take on a leadership position in a supportive working environment? South Gippsland Water is recognised as an exemplary service provider and an essential contributor to regional development and resource sustainability. Located in idyllic Foster, with beautiful beaches and National Parks on the doorstep, you will have the best of the South Gippsland and Bass Coast region to hand. Reporting to the Manager of Finance and Corporate Services, this key leadership role is responsible for driving and implementing the strategy, policies and day to day management of ITC & SCADA for South Gippsland Water. The Corporation seeks a professional with strong technical and management experience relating to the water industry, while also able to relate to internal & external customers of all levels. Applicants should read the position description located at www.sgwater.com.au. Please contact Doug Brown on 03 5682 0462 for all enquiries in the strictest confidence. Applications close on Tuesday 10th June 2014 Email dbrown@sgwater.com.au or post to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster VIC 3960
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used vehicles Affordable cars at drive away prices
Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804
Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com
We stock the largest range of chainsaws in South Gippsland, including - Stihl, McCulloch and Husqvarna
from $199
NOTE: drive away means no more to pay. All on road costs paid.
Professional repairs and services to all makes of chainsaws. We also have a large range of secondhand chainsaws available.
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Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, LEONGATHA Ph: 5662 2028 L.M.C.T. 2714
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Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal All machinery Bins provided
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An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated, dynamic person to lead the way in bringing people together to shape the future direction of our Council. The main responsibilities of this role is to coordinate the development of the Council’s corporate planning and reporting requirements through active community engagement and customer research activities. To be successful, you will have tertiary qualifications and relevant experience in developing and undertaking customer/market research activities. You will also have experience in developing and leading organisational and service planning and the ability to solve complex problems to establish achievable action plans. Enquiries to June Ernst, Director Corporate Services on (03) 5662 9200.
Senior Strategic Planning Officer Permanent Full Time $81,000 per annum + 9.25% super Fortnightly rostered day off available Would you like to become a valued senior member of our enthusiastic Strategic Planning team? This is an opportunity to assist the Strategic Planning Coordinator in the coordination and delivery of a wide range of strategic town planning projects and initiatives, whilst also mentoring Planning officers within the team. To be successful, you will have a Town planning degree or similar, relevant experience in Strategic Planning, knowledge of relevant Acts and experience in preparing and presenting reports. Enquiries to Paul Stampton, Manager Strategic Planning and Development on (03) 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Employment Application Form and address the Selection Criteria outlined in the position description by Wednesday 4 June 2014 at 5pm.
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LEONGATHA 40 Brumley Street, 8am to 3pm, Saturday, May 31. Bric-abrac, army memorabilia, ride-on mower and lots more. MASSIVE DOWNSIZING Clearance Sale, 16 Bent Street, Leongatha, Saturday, May 31, 7.30am - 4pm, Sunday, June 1, 8am - 1pm. 38 years collection of shed, garage, house ‘stuff’, many items under $5. Hundreds of pot plants $2, $3, $4 each. Vintage, unusual and odd! Lots of ‘blokey stuff’, tools, nuts and bolts etc. Cheap and cheerful, under cover. Don’t miss it!!
garage sales GARAGE SALE 40 Brown Street, Leongatha, Saturday, May 31, 8.30am - 12.30pm.
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Request for Tender Provision of services to the DEPI Safety & Wellbeing Panel RFT 323518 The Department is seeking responses to this Request for Tender to establish a new panel of providers to assist with safety and wellbeing training and related services throughout Victoria. Twelve safety and wellbeing training courses (or cluster of courses) have been defined and Respondents may elect to offer services across one or several Regions, as well as one or several of the defined training programs. A Request for Tender (RFT) will be available for download from the Victorian Government Tender website located at www.tenders.vic.gov.au from Wednesday 28 May 2014. All enquiries relating to this tender must be directed to Mr. Andrew Goldsmith either by phone on (03) 9412 4635 or by email at andrew.goldsmith@depi.vic.gov.au. Hardcopy Tenders quoting Tender No 323518 must be placed in a sealed envelope and lodged in the Tender Box located at location - Ground Floor, 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne, Victoria. When arranging lodgement of tenders please be aware that DEPI does not issue receipts. Tenders close at 2.00pm on Thursday 26 June 2014. Facsimile, e-mail or late tenders will not be accepted. www.depi.vic.gov.au Customer Service Centre 136 186
GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, MAY 31 & SUNDAY, JUNE 1 34 Jeffrey Street Leongatha Bulk plus size women’s clothing, household goods, desk, women’s clothing, babies clothes and toys. No early birds
8am - 1pm
Garage Sale SATURDAY, MAY 31 & SUNDAY, JUNE 1
garage sales
engagements EVA - DRUMMOND Mark and Robyn Eva of Leongatha with Ian and Lynne Drummond of Scoresby would like to congratulate Nathan and Alexandra on their engagement. We are all so pleased and wish you a long and happy life together. MISALE - HEPPELL Serafino and Cheryl Misale together with Rob and Kathy Heppell are very happy to announce the engagement of Jennifer and Cal at Wineglass Bay on 13.5.14. TUCKETT - MATTHEWS Marg and Graeme together with Donna and Lance are delighted to announce the engagement of Nicole and Lachlan. Both families wish them a lifetime of happiness together.
births THOMSON (Pell) - Dean and Nicole announce the birth of Indie Mahli (7lb) on May 9 in Perth. A precious sister to Mason and Bodhi (5½). Another beautiful granddaughter to Janice and Alan, Gill and Charlie.
bereavement thanks SAARIO - Stan. Stan’s family would like to thank everyone for their phone calls, cards and kind thoughts following his passing. Special thanks to Woorayl Lodge for his care for the past year; Margaret and Paul Beck; Rev Paul Bauer and the members of the Leongatha Uniting Church for their efforts. Thank you.
9am - 3pm
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marriage celebrant CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191
Total package valued at $41
PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181
Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com
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LEONGATHA 17 Allison Street, Saturday, May 31, 8am - 2.30pm. Household furniture, crockery, electrical goods, porcelain dolls. Property leased, everything must go.
Saturday, June 7 9am - 1pm 5 Phillip Street Inverloch
Application for Tender Shire Council
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2003 RENAULT Scenic 4x4 Privilege. Serviced regularly (locally), 5 speed manual, many quality extras, $7,150. Reg. WNU629. Contact Stella or John 5662-3278, 0431990108.
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deaths BROWN - Mick (Ronald Maxwell). On May 20, 2014 at Leongatha Hospital. Loving husband and friend of Valerie Isobel. Thank you for all your love, friendship, consideration and support through our past 63 years together. Thank you for the memories Mickey xx. Mickey - Loving father and father-in-law of Carolyn and Warren. Grandfather of Jacqui, Rebecca and Nathan. Loving great grandfather of Emily and Mitchell. Mickey - Much loved father and father-in-law of Max and Sue. Loved grandfather of Michael and Sonia, Matthew and Jemma. Great grandfather of Leila and Ivy. You are going to be missed so badly. Mickey - Dad - To the world you were but one, To me you were my world. Loads of love Caz xx. Dad, what a better place this world would be with a lot more Mick Browns around. A man who knew nothing else but helping others. Love Max. Mickey - Not enough words to express what you mean to me. Thank you for everything. Jac A Lac. Mickey Dick - I will never in a million years forget what a wonderful grandfather you were. Lovingly remembered, Becca Jane.
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BROWN - R.M. (Mick) One of nature’s gentlemen. A reunion with Eric and Brian. Your turn to make the cuppa when I get there Mick. Sincere sympathy to Val and family from Margaret and The Smithies. BROWN - Mick (Ronald Maxwell) on 20.05.2014. Much loved friend and wonderful long time neighbour of the Smiths. A big man with a huge heart, we will miss you Mick Brown. John, family.
Rosemarie
and
PAYNE - Elaine Joyce. 14.03.1947 - 17.05.2014 Peacefully at Grandridge Lodge, Mirboo North. Formerly of Leongatha and Stony Creek. Loved wife of Robert. Loving mother of Chris, Jessica, Daniel (dec) and Bridget (dec). Grandma of Oakley and Duncan. Peace at last. PAYNE - Elaine. May 17, 2014 Loved niece of Jack and Norma Hulls, cousin of Jennifer, Trevor and Christine, Geoffrey and Ann Maree. “Resting where no shadows fall.” RADEMAKER - Albert. Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on May 21, 2014 aged 82 years. Loving husband of Adriana (dec) and Maria. Loved father of Frank, Bruce, Tim and Malcolm, loving father-in-law of Leisa and Lynn, loved Opa to his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also loved by Yolanda, Ronald and Tracey and families. Loved brother and brotherin-law of Vicky, and Adri and Ken.
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RUNCIMAN - Dr Kenneth. 25.4.1931 - 25.5.2014 Passed away peacefully on May 25, 2014 at Mornington Bays Hospital. Loved son of the late Fred and Glad Runciman of Dumbalk. Dearly loved brother of Graeme and Bev, respected brother-in-law of Jo and Ed, fond uncle of Maree and Heather, Judy, Peter (dec), Colin and Paul, and their families. A wonderful family and community man. “Come on the Tigers” YOUNG (nee Horan) Marilyn Faye. Passed away peacefully on May 19, 2014 surrounded by her three loving children, Adam, Melanie and Ryan. Also remembered by Fiona, Steven and Jo, and grandchildren Sian and Keira; Caitlin, Lucy and Jacob; Miranda, Olivia and Amelia. A kind gentle woman too good for this world. Youngest child of the late Olive and Maurice Horan. Loved sister of Brian and Jennifer. A private funeral has taken place.
in memoriam YOUNG - Charles Jnr. We miss your enchanting persona. Much love Charles, Pauline, AnneMaree, Karl and families.
funerals RADEMAKER - A Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr Albert Rademaker will be held at the Christian Reformed Church, cnr Peart and Brown Streets, Leongatha on Tuesday, May 27, 2014 at 1.30pm. Private cremation.
Knights soccer SENIOR Leongatha Drouin 1.
women: 2 def
An excellent and well played game from both sides saw Drouin dominate the first few minutes with a strong offensive, pushing Leongatha to quickly step up to the challenge. A free kick for Drouin led to an impressive goal from team member Emily swiftly followed by an equaliser from Leongatha’s quick footed Rachel. With the score one all at half time the scene was set for a tense and entertaining second half. Prompt passing and strong communication led to Leongatha taking control of the ball and a goal from the magnificently relentless Tegan put the home team ahead. Drouin put up an excellent effort but ultimately Leongatha stepped up and dominated in the last half with an excellent midfield led by the infallible Kim.
Under 13 Drouin 2 d Leongatha 1 After torrential rain forced tough conditions for the Under 16s match, the sun shone through for Leongatha Knights to host Drouin Dragons in the U13s clash. While the Leongatha players had the height, they struggled to contain the small, quick feet of the smaller Drouin team. A lapse in the Knights’ defence saw Drouin open the scoring within the first few minutes. The Knights soon
Keeper ready: Under 9 Knight, Eli Smith works the ball into position. Photography credit to Susan Carmody, photos@susancarmody.com sorted themselves out but were unlucky to concede a second when a wet slippery ball slipped through keeper Shem’s hands and into the back of the net. Harvey held good position and had great runs with the ball but just could not capitalise. A strong effort in defence by Malik resulted in the ball finding Joaquin, who in turn found the back of the goal. Half time score: Drouin 2 - Leongatha 1. The second half saw what seemed to be a renewed Knights side come blasting out of the blocks. Although his coach was nervous about giving him
the responsibility, first time keeper Izack proved her wrong and saved everything kicked at him, ably supported by Cody and Malik in defence. Knights had the strongest opportunity to level up the score with a fast break, but the ball whacked the crossbar and deflected straight back to the Drouin defence. A goalless second half saw Drouin walk away with the win in an exciting clash for players and spectators alike.
Under 9s Finally winter hit us on Sunday. Our boys performed re-
ally well in very trying conditions. The rain gave us all a good soaking for the duration of our game. Despite the cold and wet players from both teams concentrated really well and focused on the job at hand. Our leaders this week were Ollie Buckley and James Heneghan in the midfield who made sure Drouin got no easy ball and passed the ball forward quickly when we got possession. Eli Smith had a fantastic game and scored two goals through amazing footwork, strong tackles and sheer persistance. Liam Ross on our right wing was the most patient
man on the ground, listening well to his coaches and staying in his position, even when he was nearly blue with the cold. All of our boys did a great job and improved again this week. Under 7s This week saw Leongatha’s Under 7s team play Drouin and with enough players to run two separate games. Thomas McKenzie and Melisse Bath both put up great games and a number of goals each. There was also great some great tackling from Noah McLennan, before the rain stopped the game.
• Mirboo North Soccer
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Dramatic game ends in draw MIRBOO North split the points on Sunday with their counterparts after a solid and even contest resulted in a draw.
Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors Caring for our Community, personal dignified service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Office and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION
South Gippsland Bridge Meeniyan - Monday evening: 1st Peter Braking and John Cocking; 2nd Margaret Munro and Colin Campbell; equal 3rd Pat West and Barbara Axten, and Clive Hope and Jean Barbour; 4th Kathryn Smith and David Bagallay. Tarwin Lower - Tuesday afternoon: 1st Hannah Martin and Leila Bell; 2nd Frank Arndt and Clive Hope; 3rd Anne Gibson and Althea Drew; 4th Kathryn Smith and Colin Campbell. Inverloch - Friday afternoon: North/south: 1st Jack Kuiper and Dina Drury; 2nd,Anne and Bruce Gibson; 3rd Phillip and Neville Chapman; 4th John Farr and Clive Hope. East/west: 1st John Sullivan and Alan Johnston; 2nd Faye Rowlands and Pat West; 3rd Hannah Martin and Margaret Munro; 4th Marj Freeman and Norma Hannay.
The inclusion of veteran player Patrick Finnigan proved to be vital as Mirboo North’s defence was tested time and time again as the game wore on. An early lapse of awareness cost the home side an early goal with a series of silly mistakes leading to an open shot on goal. However, Mirboo North showed resilience and class from Jimmy Grande who led to several chances one of which was eventually put into the back of net by Mohammed Rasuli, who finished with a silky touch to pass the keeper. Both sides went into the break fairly optimistic about their chances. The second half, however, was played at a much more frantic pace, with the middle of the park becoming far more physical. The game was held up whilst an incident involving players from both sides clashing heads resulted in their departure from the field. The rest of the game proved to be quite even with both sides having their fair share of chances to take the three points, but the game resulted with a deserved draw for two even teams. Mirboo North 1 - South Coast Stars 1. Best: Jimmy Grande, Liam Swallow, Aaron Degennaro, Arif Noori, Patrick Finnigan.
LDNA umpires 11am: Amy Smith, Julie Grant, Emily Chadwick, Sophie Clarke, Erin Beaudinette, Kaili Pritchett, Millie Hannon, Maria Evison, Sam Anderson, Chelsea Hoffman, Maddie Wright, Karen Clarke. 12pm: Sue Ritchie, Erin Beaudinette, Julie Grant, Amy Smith, Lori McKenzie, Anita Gourlay, Sophie Clarke, Pat Kuhne, Barb Challis, Sam Anderson, Emily Chadwick, Nikki Stockdale. 1pm: Phil Smith, Pat Kuhne, Anna Patterson, Katrina Spark, Janice Sing, Alana Hannagraf. 2.15pm: Alana Hannagraf, Katrina Beekman, Tracey Miles, Emma Smith, Janice Sing, Sue Ritchie.
SAP squad: back row from left, the coaches, Michael Sibly, Michael Van Der Swet and Paul Plenkovich. Middle row from left, Caleb Wilson, Kelsey Dal Pozzo, Andrew Thomas, Liam Sibley, Oscar Plenkovich, Jarrod Ross, Luca Sibly, Nicholas Mehes, Jasper Kempster. Front row from left, Blake Cornelis, Manuel Sibly, Will Turner, Lucas Chihotski, Ben Clements, Annie Demspey, Jack Donohue, Hunter Van Der Swet, Oliver Van Ven Rooy, Kohen Beaumont, Tiffany-Blossom Matheson, Jake Munday, Jack McNaly and Liam Richards.
• Gipps Soccer
Soccer skills kick off By Edwin Bryant THE return of the Skills Acquisition Program for the South Gippsland Soccer League has been greeted enthusiastically by the youth of the South Gippsland Soccer League.
The National program is designed for both boys and girls ages nine to 12. The program aims to develop the players in four key skill areas such as first touch, one-on-one contests, running with the ball and striking the ball. The players will attend 27 sessions over the next few months on top of their club commitments. The players, despite coming from clubs that are usually rivals on the weekend, work
together during the sessions. Over 40 players trialed with 23 players being offered a place. The children aren’t the only ones that are benefiting from this program with coaches from local clubs also being invited to attend sessions and get an insight from the three appointed coaches, Michael Van Der Zwet, Michael Silby and Paul Plenkovich. Program co-ordinator Gene Parini explained “the best part of the skills program is that it will give our junior players a place to develop their skills, in a positive environment, then give them a chance to fulfill their potential.” The players in the program are from teams such as Korumburra, Leongatha, South Coast Stars, Phillip Island and Wonthaggi.
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Happy racers: Jaime and Zara participated in cross country.
Still smiling: Grace, Sharni and Jae took on the cross country challenge.
Herrald wins cross country Happy angler: Joe Gristi weighed in with a 1260g salmon to win the competition.
Big salmon the winners
MAY 16 to 18 and what wonderful weather for this time of the year! T-Shirts and even shorts were worn for most of the weekend. The salmon were definitely on the bite on the surf and, in fact, club member Jennine reported seeing salmon actually throwing themselves up onto the
beach on Friday afternoon. All prize winners were with salmon coming in at over one kilogram. First prize in the Senior category went to Joe Gristi, a 1260g salmon for 630pts; second, Phil Nebel, 1040g salmon for 520pts; third, Michael DeHamer, 1020g salmon for 510pts. No Junior or Visitors weighed in.
By Tayla Kershaw LEONGATHA Primary School students laced up their running shoes for their three kilometre house cross country last week.
Students from Grade 3 to 6 wore their house colours with pride and cheered on their class mates as each crossed the finish line. “Everyone who got out there to-
day should be really proud,” Leongatha Primary School teacher Ben Soumilas said. “It’s not an easy thing to do.” It was a successful day with a number of volunteers coming along to help. “We had an army of parents marshalling and looking after the kids as they went past,” Mr Soumilas said. The results were as follows: First place: Herrald House with 166 points. Second place: Johnston House
with 161 points. Third place: Strzelecki House with 148 points. Fourth place: Wightman House with 140 points. Girls 12/13: First – Alicia Marshman, Second – Kaitlin Funnell, Third – Sophie Allen and Fourth – Ella Lyons. Boys 12/13: First – Jarrod Ross, Second – Reegan Kemp, Third – Royce Patterson and Fourth – Leeiain Deering. Girls 11: First – Chloe Brown,
Second – Phoebe Davidson, Third – Maeve Muldoon and Fourth – Chelsea Allen. Boys 11: First – Jacob Wrigley, Second – Noah Fixter, Third – Tom Roberts and Fourth –Beau Fennell. Girls 9/10: First – Lily Caithness, Second – Makenzi Gourlay, Third – Hannah Kleevan and Fourth – Grace Patterson. Boys 9/10: First – Thomas Hanily, Second – Xavier Bolge, Third – Tyler Richards and Fourth – Josh Wight.
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
At Port Phillip Heads
MAY Time
28 WED
29 THUR
30 FRI
31 SAT
1 SUN
2 MON
3 TUE
height (metres)
0433 1144 1703 2324
0.42 1.58 0.83 1.44
0530 1239 1804
0.37 1.64 0.80
0015 0619 1329 1855
1.45 0.35 1.69 0.76
0103 0704 1412 1939
1.46 0.34 1.71 0.72
0146 0747 1450 2020
1.47 0.35 1.71 0.70
0227 0828 1525 2100
1.46 0.37 1.69 0.67
0306 0905 1557 2138
1.45 0.41 1.66 0.66
All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM
Champions: from left, Jacob, Chloe, Lily, Alicia, Jarrod and Tom were the cross country medal winners.
Blue buddies: Tom, Xavier and Mia had a great day at their cross country.
Pierre de Coubertin Award for Korumburra teenager KORUMBURRA Secondary College has seen many of its Year 12 students awarded the prestigious Pierre De Coubertin Award over the years. In 2014 our female school captain Jaqueline Snooks has taken this hon-
our, and she has been recognised for her sporting prowess and the demonstration of Olympic qualities and values in all she undertakes. On Sunday, May 18 Jacquie received her award at a ceremony at the MCG. Hosted by the Victorian Olympic Council, a number of Australian Olympians were in attendance. This year alone, as Mc-
Korumburra volleyball Round 13 A Grade: Giants defeated Champions (2:1) 25:18, 25:17, 18:20. Warriors d Bugs (3:0) 25:16, 25:21, 21:19.
B Grade: Chargers d Hopefuls (3:0) 25:15, 25:12, 25:7. HELP d Misfits (3:0) 25:23, 25:9, 25:23. T.N.T. d Shark Bait (3:0) 25:18, 25:15, 25:16.
Donald House captain, Jacquie has led her house to victory in all house sports carnivals. She won the individual age champion in swimming, athletics and cross country and maintains her position in the A Grade side for Korumburra-Bena Netball. Jacquie won the Alberton netball league Best and Fairest for U17s last year and is on track for another great year on the court. She is an excellent role model for all Korumburra students and maintains an admirable balance between her commitment to her VCE studies, community activities and her passion for sport.
Olympic qualities: Jaqueline Snooks with her Pierre de Caubertin award.
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Tarwin Lower bowls WINTER Wizz bowls started on Wednesday, May 14 with 10 ends before a barbecue lunch and 10 ends after. The winning team of the day went to Wally Diss, Steve Graham, Bill Massier and the skip Gayle Young (new bowler, never been skip before. How did she do it?). The day was enjoyed by all. Wizz is held on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Names on the list please or just be at the club by 10am. Last Sunday saw the commencement of the Seaside Challenge, a bowls challenge between Tarwin Lower and the City of Frankston Bowls Club. Some great bowling was displayed, and bowlers enjoyed a superb lunch and afternoon tea. It was a most successful day with City of Frankston taking home the Beach Shell trophy, winning 70 shots to 66. Tarwin bowlers are already looking forward to the return challenge to be held at Frank-
ston. Watch our social notes if you would like to join in next time. Winter pairs has commenced again with many bowlers eager to join in the day. Bowlers to bring lunch although a heart warming bowl of home made soup is provided. Please speak to Eric Gallop if you would like to be included in the day’s bowling. Best last game last Tuesday went to John DeRoyd and Jeff Hartshorn from Tarwin. Runners-up were Brian Turner and Jeff Prendergast from Leongatha and the winners were Frank Cimino and Len Cuman from Wonthaggi. Members and friends are reminded that Friday Roll-up is on at the club Friday afternoons commencing at 3pm. This is followed by raffles and bar snacks from 5.30pm. A lucky member’s draw is to commence shortly. Winning members need to be at the club to receive their prize. Hope to see you all then.
Buffalo indoor bowls Wednesday, May 21 ANOTHER enjoyable night of bowling at Buffalo with 14 bowlers in attendance which enabled selectors to choose four teams for three games of eight ends. There are no three game winners but three teams had two wins. Results: On countback with (LWW) 14 ends, Rod McConchie, Joyce Occhipinti and Peter Tiziani were declared the winners followed by Charlie Tumino (s), Glenys Pilkington, Graeme Tobias and (Peter Heldens for one game) (WLW) 13 ends, and Toni Heldens (s), Mary Tumino, Carolyn Benson and Ian Dyson (WWL) 12 ends. With some close games but no victory, Joe Occhipinti, Ian Benson and Joy Dyson (LLL) 10 ends. Best 1st game Charlie 16-3, 2nd Toni 16-3, 3rd Charlie 14-4. Social bowls at Buffalo Hall, Wednesday at 7.30pm - all welcome.
South Gippsland Indoor Bias Bowls Association Second round winners: from left, Anne Hardy, Rhonda Davies and Edith Perrett.
Carpet bowls CARPET Bowls held its second game last Tuesday, May 20 with 10 players enjoying the game. There was a mix of triples and pairs but only one two game winner. Congratulations to Anne Hardy, Edith Perrett and Rhonda Davies. After the game, all players sat down to a hearty meal of soup and sandwiches. Where were the secret carpet bowling gun bowlers? We hope to see more bowlers experiencing the delights of carpet bowls on Tuesday from 10am. It is not too late to sign
up for the two hour workshop over two days for Digital Learning – A Senior Moment on Thursday and Friday, May 29 and May 30. We have secured the services of an accredited trainer to present information on topics such as internet, email, security, Facebook, Pintrest and one-on-one support for your IPad or tablet questions. Please contact Rob Huntley if you wish to attend. Can’t make both sessions? No problem, just come along to the workshop that covers what you want to know. The entire two day workshop program is displayed in the clubrooms.
MARDAN Purple’s close win last week sees them hold on to top position. A drawn game for Korumburra White sees them drop one place. Round four wins by Buffalo and Dumbalk brings the top four contenders within two points of each other. An exciting round this week will see the top four teams play against one another. Last Sunday’s challenge against MGIBBA saw us bring home the trophy after a five year drought! A great result and a very enjoyable day was had by all. Mardan Purple .........14 41 Buffalo Yellow ...........12 56 Korumburra White ..12 18 Dumbalk Green ........12 1 Korumburra Blue .......6 12 Foster Black ...............6 9 Fish Creek Red...........2 -53 Mardan Gold ..............0 -84
LDNA netball results Round 5 - May 24 11 & Under: Town Black 9 d Mirboo North Purple 7, St Laurence Gold 14 d Mt Eccles White 8, Meeniyan & District 10 drew Mt Eccles Pink 10, Mt Eccles Aqua 11 d St Laurence Maroon 1, Mirboo North Gold 12 d Mt Eccles Purple 0. 13 & Under: Mirboo North Purple 23 d Mt Eccles Purple 13, Mirboo North Gold 10 d Mt Eccles Aqua 8, Meeniyan & District 39 d Town 3, Mt Eccles Pink 23 d St Laurence 2. 15 & Under: St Laurence Maroon 6 d Stony Creek 2, St Laurence Blue 30 d Town Black 26, Mirboo North 31 d Town Tangerine 16. C Grade: Town 38 d Meeniyan & Dist Yellow 15, Meeniyan & Dist Blue 59 d St Laurence 19, Mirboo North 69 d Mt Eccles 33. Open: Town Tangerine 34 d Mt Eccles White 31, St Laurence 49 d Town Black 21, Town Green 75 d Mt Eccles Navy 25.
Ladders 13 & Under Meeniyan & District ..394.59 10 Mirboo Nth Purple.....138.71 8 Mirboo North Gold ....140.32 6 Mt Eccles Purple ........125.35 6 Mt Eccles Aqua ............ 119.57 4 Mt Eccles Pink .............108.77 4 Town...............................36.46 2 St Laurence ...................... 4.44 0
15 & Under Mirboo North .............158.62 10 Town Tangerine ..........100.00 6 Town Black ..................111.11 5 St Laurence Blue ........104.90 5 St Laurence Maroon .......63.89 2 Stony Creek....................60.19 2 C Grade Meen & Dist Blue .......256.31 10 Mirboo North .............152.90 8 Town ........................... 124.32 6 Meen & Dist Yellow......96.30 4 St Laurence ....................67.66 2 Mt Eccles .......................24.55 0 Open Section Town Green.................241.73 10 St Laurence .................180.51 8 Mt Eccles White ...........77.78 4 Town Tangerine ............71.36 4 Mt Eccles Navy ..............75.88 2 Town Black ....................56.98 2 See page 43 for LDNA Umpires.
LDNA 11 and Under: Town’s Zara McKenzie leaps to take this pass. Photo by Mark Drury.
Gippsland League win GIPPSLAND League’s interleague netball team pulled off a stunning extra time win against Bendigo. It was a win against the odds. Gippsland had the bare seven players with no interchange whereas Bendigo had four extra players to swing into the game. Gippsland came from five goals down with five minutes of normal time remaining to level the scores 42 all at full time. They had already played 60 hectic minutes before the 14 minutes of extra time but dominated the added time putting through 13 goals to eight for a 55-
Jubilant: back row from left, Christie Hillberg (Korumburra-Bena), Nicole Coates (Foster), Abbey Shaw (Fish Creek), Jacquie Snooks (KorumburraBena), Hannah Flanders (Fish Creek) and coach, Cath Chester. Front from left, Kate Sidebottom (Phillip Island), Tess Angarane (Dalyston), Hayley Pupetti (Dalyston).
Event winners: from left, the winning mixed mufti team, Trevor Scott, Jim Scott, Sue Nation and Laurie Gabell.
Inverloch bowls INVERLOCH mixed mufti social bowls on Wednesday, May 14 saw a good turn-up with 35 players contesting two, 12 end matches with a lunch break in between. Winners with 35 points were Trevor Scott (S), Jim Scott, Sue Nation and Laurie Gabell. Runners-up with 29 points were Ki-
erin Gardiner (S), Judy Moule, Graeme Dunlop and Alan Johnstone. Saturday’s social bowls was limited to a handful of players because of working bee commitments at the building site so no formal result was recorded. Sign-on for the Wednesday and Saturday mixed mufti events is 10am for an 11am start with a half-hour lunch break. BYO lunch.
Right, Alberton’s Jacquie Snooks in full flight. Photographs courtesy of Shawn Smits, Riddell District FNL.
Alberton girls raise the cup ALBERTON won a tight contest against Riddell, 33 – 31.
The game was hard fought all the way with the teams evenly matched and similarly match hardened. The Riddell girls were the taller and bigger bodied of the two teams so it was a magnificent win on Alberton’s part.
50 win. Goalers Courtney Blair, named best on court, and coach Stacie Proctor hardly missed a shot and the defence got well on top. After scores were level at quarter time Bendigo held a slight edge throughout until Gippsland’s brilliant last few minutes of the final quarter and the extra time period. Gippsland’s team was Stacie Proctor, coach; Taylah Bott, Breeanna Robinson, all of Drouin; Courtney Blair (Wonthaggi); and Ally Petrou, Stacey O’Brien and Kate French from Traralgon.
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Class of 2014: from left, Open, Anne Walker; B Grade, Robyn Wilkinson; C Grade, Leonie Bentick.
Wonthaggi Ladies A GLORIOUS autumn day on Wednesday 21 for the third and deciding round of the ladies’ Championships. Anne Walker showed her amazing talent to maintain the position of Wonthaggi’s premier lady golfer and Open champion again this year. After building a solid lead of six shots over the first two rounds she played a very steady 83 and was acknowledged the champion once again. A wonderful effort. B Grade was a real thriller and was decided on countback with an ecstatic Robyn Wilkinson being applauded as
the 2014 B Grade Champion from a very gracious runnerup, Delores Harvey. C Grade was also very close and in a great story Leonie Bentick, sister of Anne Walker, held her game to be applauded in her own right as the 2014 C Grade Champion. Congratulations to the three girls, and a full wrap up will be in next week’s report after the presentation luncheon when all events are announced. In the daily event on Thursday 22 there were some really great scores turned in. A Grade: Anne Walker 83 (10) 73 with a birdie and pro pin on the eighth and another
excellent one on the 15th. B Grade: the round of the day by Maureen Masterman with a spectacular 92 (25) 67 and included in that was a birdie on the second for the NTP. A great effort Maureen. C Grade: Judy Berry with a fabulous 107 ( 36) 71 and a great big grin on her face to collect the daily prize. Other birdies: Marg Johnson on the fourth and NTP was Sev Piasente on the 17th. Congratulations to the Wonthaggi team of Maree Anderson, Marg Ryan and Leonie Bentick on their great effort to win the SGWGA Bowl on Monday hosted at Wonthaggi.
THE first round of the two day Inaugural Golf Victoria Gippsland Senior Championship was played at Leongatha on Saturday. With the greens in fast and true condition, 53 players took part in the event from as far afield as Cobram- Barooga as well as many Melbourne based clubs. The second round was completed at Warragul Country Club on Sunday with the leaders from the first round at Leongatha, Ken O’Brien from Rossdale and Heather Harley from Karingal, taking out the event. O’Brien playing off a handicap of three had 72 off the stick at Leongatha and Harley carded an 87 to set up the win.
Leongatha players Chris Leaver, Doug Clemann, Peter Rayson, and Neil Penny took part in the event and all finished mid field. The event was a great success and the Club hopes to make this an annual event. In Saturday’s Stableford competition A Grade was won by Tom Sorrell (8) with 36 points. Tom was also NTP on the 14th hole. The former Melbourne and North Melbourne premiership player Steven Icke (16), who is a member at Riversdale and a regular visitor to Leongatha, took out B Grade in a countback with 35 points. To complete a good day Steven was also NTP on the fourth hole. C Grade and the Super Comp were won by Neville Toms (26) with 37 points.
Other NTP’s were Grant McRitchie on the 7th and Caine Salmon on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Craig Hams, Glen Marsham, Caine Salmon, Matt Hunter, Gerry Carcour, Peter Jaspers, Colin Keritz, Phillipe du Plessis, Ian Watson, John Fedderson, Nick Lafferty, Merv Stubbs, Tim McCarthy, Anthony Sparkes and Saul Downes. On Tuesday Michael Thomas playing off scratch had 36 points to take out the event. NTP’s were Frank Thomas on the 4th, Ian Barlow on the th 14 and Martin Edney on the 16th. Balls were won by Peter Hartigan, Bob Birrell, Russell Williams, Chris Leaver, Pewter Walsh, Bruce Gibson, Ian Barlow, Les Newton and Frank Thomas.
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Winning group: from left, Dot Christie, Helen Helms Boyle, Heather McCaughan, Barb Scott (sponsor), Selena from IGA, and Jan Trease.
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Korumburra women’s: Marg Clasby, Betty Thomson and Heather Grist enjoyed their round of golf last Wednesday at Korumburra.
Korumburra ladies THE weather was magnificent for the 22 women who played in the Captain’s and President’s competition last Wednesday. Teams were randomly selected and the Captain’s team was the overall winner on the day. Two ladies also played nine holes. Thank you to the Ladies Captain, Lee Clements and President, Julie Hislop, as well as the House of Golf, for sponsoring the day and providing an array of trophies for the winners. Thanks, too, to the grounds staff for the well mown course and ensuring the greens were clear of moisture and leaves. A Grade (0-20) was won by Barb Walker (20) with a great score of 37 points. Runnerup was Marg Clasby (20) with 34 points on a count-back from Chris Rickard (19). Carie Harding (25) won B Grade (21-31) with 33 points. Corrie George (28) was runnerup with 31 points on a count-back from Beryl Brown (26). Well done to Pam Eyres (43) who was the winner in C Grade (32-45) with a fantastic score of 40 points and Jenny Blackmore was runner up with 36 points. Congratulations to Jenny, who broke her handicap from 45 to 44. With current form, this is bound to reduce again very soon. Kath Welsh had a great hit on the 1st to be close to the hole and Chris Rickard was nearest the pin on the 13th. Balls Down the Line went to Chris Rickard (19) 34 points, Moira Rogers (18) and Judy Webb (16) 32 points, Beryl Brown (26) 31 points. Lucky draw cards were Lee Clements and Norrie Little. Thanks to Corrie George for providing the raffle which was won by Jenny Blackmore.
The DSR was 72. Next Wednesday, May 28, there is a timesheet for the McLaren 4BBB Par Qualifying round, with Di Freene sponsoring the day. Please note that everyone will be playing in the Four Ball daily competition, even if unable to continue in the finals; there won’t be a Stableford event. Last Friday, nine ladies travelled to Wonthaggi for the SGWGA Bowl. Congratulations to Jenny Blackmore (45) who won C Grade with 31 points. Heather Grist also did well, winning a nearest the pin and a Ball Down the Line, with 34 points. The game on the AGM day in September will now be a Canadian Foursome competition, with appreciation to Dot West for offering to sponsor this event. With winter approaching and increased likelihood of wetter and slippery conditions, it is important to check spikes in golf shoes, and to replace them if they are worn down. The lists of names, groups and instructions for the new Putting competition are downstairs, with some people making a start last week. Please give your scores to Lee or leave the slips in the slot in the Ladies room after you play each round. Two teams went to Welshpool on Friday, and although no golf trophies, Heather Grist won a raffle and Heather, Kathleen and Carie did well in the novelty quiz. It was good to have seven ladies play a Stableford game on Saturday and despite it being heavier underfoot and the threat of rain overhead, we were all very pleased to have a fine day. Lee Clements (13) won with 34 points and Deb Wrigley (26) was runner-up with 31 points. Betty Thomson was nearest the pin on the 1st. The DSR was 74.
A big field took part in Thursday’s 4BBB Stableford event which was sponsored by the Dandenong Club and the Esplanade Hotel in Inverloch. Winner in a countback with 41 points was the team of Terry Poulton (18) and Jon Smith (8). Runners Up, also with 41 points, was the team of Chris Leaver (7) and John King (36). Third was Peter Seth (14) and Al Sperling (18) with 40 points and 4th was Fred de Bondt (13) and Mike Street (18) NTP’s were Michael Thomas on the 4th, John Eabry on the 7th, Andrew Smith on the 14th and Paul Luck on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Ian Murchie, Doug Clemann, John Renwick, Neil Mackenzie, Ian Nunn, Ian Caine, John Eabry, Henry Sedelies, Peter Walsh and Andrew Smith.
FOURTY four time winner. No, that is not a misprint. Dot Christie has won the Meeniyan Golf Club Ladies A Grade Championship for the 44th time and in so doing has surely stamped her name in the Book of Golfing Legends. Winning with a gross score for the three weeks of 252 Dot also won the handicap championship and the senior championship with a net score of 225.
Speaking after the event Dot graciously accepted the win acknowledging all her competitors and congratulated all other grade winners. The ladies championships were held over three rounds of stroke. With exceptionally kind weather and the course playing very well thanks to the dedicated ground staff at the club, the championships were generously sponsored by IGA Meeniyan.The handicap championship sponsor was
Barb Scott and Dot Christie was the sponsor of the senior champion. Runner up was Andrea Thorson on 268. B Grade champion was Jan Trease with a gross score of 293 for the three rounds with runner up Sue Hoskin 297. C Grade winner was Helen Helms Boyle with gross score of 340 with runner up Nancye Hammet 342.
ONCE again the weather was kind to us for the second round of the championships, and 44 ladies enjoyed the lovely conditions. A Grade winner was Mary Brewis 85-7-78 net. B Grade winner was Marg Raynor 10828-80 and C grade winner Pam Christensen 112-33-79. D.T.L. ball Bec Thomas, Toni West 79, Kerry Hogan, Di Williams, Allison Strong, Glenys Day 80, Pat Pease, Barb Miller 81, Dot Stubbs 82. N.T.P. 14th Joc Howson, l6th Toni West. First time nine hole winner was Kate Dwyer with a very nice score of l8 points, Runner up Lianne Adamson 16 points. Di Williams was successful on Saturday with a winning score of (15) 31points, also taking the N.T.P. D.T.L. balls to W. Parker 30 points, Dot Stubbs 27 points.
Korumburra THERE were 51 players on Saturday, May 24 for the Colonial Ambrose competition sponsored by Greg Bull and Steve Rose. P. Dixon 23, I. Gibson 14, B. Newton 15, D. Vanrooye 13 - 102 pts; L. Sharp, R. Spokes, T. Fowles, C. Reilly 95 pts. I. Dixon, B. Sorrell, G. Best, B. Maskell 93; L. Webster, G. Wilson, N. Perks, A. Rosa 93 pts. Nearest the pin: 1st D. Vanrooye, 7th J. Solly, 10th J. Wilson, 13th L. Guilfoyle. Tuesday’s winner was B. Hessels 41 pts and Thursday’s winner was K. Dixon 36 pts. Notices: Ray Walker former club champion, Parry knockout, winter eclectic.
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Wonthaggi winners: from L-R Marg Ryan, Maree Anderson, Jacquee Laurie (Bendigo Bank Manager) Leonie Bentick.
South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association SOUTH Gippsland Womens Golf Association held its Annual Bowl at the Wonthaggi Golf Club on Monday 19th May. Ideal weather conditions continued to prevail for this time of the year. Many thanks to the Bendigo Community Bank for
sponsoring the day. The trio from Wonthaggi, Marg Ryan, Maree Anderson and Leonie Bentick had a home course advantage winning the bowl. Congratulations to Wonthaggi. Results: Wonthaggi won. Marg Ryan 36 points, Maree Anderson 35 points and Leonie Bentick 30 points with a total of 101 points. Winners. A Grade: Marg Johnson (Wonthaggi) 36
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points. B Grade: Kathy Geyer (Wonthaggi) 38 points. C Grade:Jenny Blackmore (Korumburra) 31 points. N.P. eighth: Maree Anderson (nearly a hole in one). N.P. 17th: Heather Grist (Korumburra). BDL: Irene Walsh 35, Rachel Brown 35, Heather Grist 34, Faye Le Page 34, Pam Hanley 33, Marg O’Halloran 32, Maxine Eabry 31, Wendy Parker 31, Dianne Williams 31.
THE course is in great condition, and the good rain we have just had will only make it better, with the fairways giving good lies and the ball holding well. It is clear players have been relishing the great conditions, with scintillating scores of 44 pts this week scored by each of Larry Giddy and Andrew Naylor. Tuesday, May 20: Larry Giddy (16) continued his recent good form to street the field with 44 pts from Jim Parry (10) 33 pts and Robert Fulton (12) 32 pts. The nearest the pins were Robert Fulton and Athol McGrath. Continued on page 47 Continued from page 46 Thursday, May 22: Robert Fulton (12) won with 37 pts
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thestar.com.au from Neil Chandler (21) 35 pts, and Gary Clavarino (15) and George Draegar (29) both on 34 pts. Nearest the pins were Robert Fulton and Neville Thompson. Friday, May 23: After being spoiled with the recent sunny weather, no players ventured out in the overcast conditions. Saturday, May 24: It was a stableford round for trophies provided by Larry Giddy. Perennial late starter Andrew Naylor (19) must have had insomnia, as he started very early and finished about the time he normally starts. This obviously made a difference as Andrew produced a sizzling round of 44 pts for the best round of the day and a win in B Grade. A Grade went to Lloyd McKenzie (10) with 40 pts. Great to see new player Dylan Williams (28) do well with 39 pts. There were many other good scores with down the line balls to Cam Downing (8), Scott Rathjen and Tony Vanin (6) all on 39 pts, and Brian Robinson (22) on 38 pts. The nearest the pins were Owen Kindellan, Colin Pulham, Peter Dight, Cam Downing and Robert Fulton. The encouragement award was shared by Athol McGrath and Trevor Jones both on 25 pts. Members and golfers draws: New member Keith Armstrong was overjoyed to collect the $1900 cash in the members draw, and said afterwards he was overcome by the friendship extended to him after the draw by other members he had not previously met. The draw starts again at $500 this Friday. The golfers Saturday draw for $560 was not won by Greg Gibson so its $580 this week. The card draw for the stubbies went to Neville Thompson. Coming events: Thursday, May 29 - stableford. Friday, May 30 - twilight holes 1 to 9. Friday, May 30 - members cash draw 6.30pm to 8pm - $500. Saturday, May 31 - stableford. Saturday, May 31 - golfers cash draw 5.30pm - $580. Tuesday, June 3 - stableford. The Happy Hooker
Meeniyan CONGRATULATIONS to our club champions: A grade – B. McKnight; B grade – J. Wilson; C grade – P. Wilson; and D Grade – J. Cusack. Saturday’s event went to B. McKnight (5) with 71 nett in A Grade, closely followed by R. McGeary (18) on 72. B Grade went to P. Wilson (21) with 69 nett and D. Gregg (24) was runner up with 71. Balls to C. Buckland (73), G. Hoskin (73), P. Johnston (74) and R. McKnight (75). NTP to G. Hoskin and pro pin to B. Dewar. The member’s draw jackpots as T. Miller was absent.
Tuesday’s event was won by R. McGeary (17) with 35 points. Runner up was B. Wright (17) also with 35. Ball to R. Hannay with 34 and best 9 and NTP to D. Gregg. Thursday saw a win, on countback, to R. Hannay (20) with 33 points from C.Stewart (21). Best 9 to J. Mortensen and NTP to F. Peile.
Mirboo North THE winner of the stableford competition played on Thursday, May 22 was Paul Woodal (8) 38 pts. Down the line: Joe Kus 34 pts, Terry Shandley 34, Joe Taylor 32. On Saturday, May 24 the A Grade winner was Terry Bradshaw (5) 40 pts and B Grade Ian Blencowe (26) 37 pts. Down the line: S. McInnes 37 pts, B. Bradshaw 36, S. Mills 36, P. Draper 35 and G. Watson 34 on a countback. 2nd shot nearest the pin 1st hole: G. Watson. Nearest the pin: 4th B. Bradshaw, 6th G. Watson, 13th G. Watson, 16th J. Clark.
Mirboo North Golf Club SATURDAY, May 17 results. Competition: Stableford Winners: A Grade, Neil Whitelaw (10) 39points; B Grade, Jeff Hughes (15) 36 points. DTL’s: M. Payne, 37 points; P. Stimson, 36points; R. Scurlock, 36; J. Taylor, 34 points c/b. Second shot NTP 1st T. Traill.4th I. Evison, 6th T. Traill, 13th P. Stimson, 16th T. Bradshaw.
Mirboo North Ladies FINAL Round of the club championship. Winner of Division 1 and Ladies Club Champion: Maree Thompson, scratch 265, handicap 229. Winner of Division 2: Rhonda Evans, scratch 326, handicap 233. Day Competition winner: Rhonda Evans nett 72. D/L: Maree Thompson, nett 72; Wendy Gervasi, nett 74; Sue Traill, nett 80. N/P: 4th hole, Maree Thompson; 16th hole, Maree Thompson.
Woorayl THE sponsors for the Righties v Lefties were G.D. and J.E. Fennell bricklayers. The Righties prevailed over the Lefties. Jason Redmond won for the Righties and Michael Grist did the same for the Lefties, both had 40 points. Runners-up were Pat Wallace and Col James. Balls going to N. Lovie, W. Turner, I. Balfour, B. Wilson, D. Wymmons, J. Newton, M. McHarg, T. Walters and I. Atcheson.
Nearest the pins went to Max Wood and George Johnson. The Thursday event went to Kev Riseley with 44 points, balls going to Bo Fiek, Graham Challis and John Hassett. Next week is our medal day sponsored by Geoff McKinnon, Peter Burgess and Jason Remond.
Woorayl ladies THE event for the day this week was Foursomes Stableford and the daily event winners were Dot Jarvis (22) and Barb James (29) with a lovely score of 39 points. This event was sponsored by Flower Power. Runners up with another good score were Dianne O’ Connor (31) and Heather Sullivan (22) with 38 points. The Doris Chambers Foursomes was also played and the winners who have qualified to represent Woorayl in October are Sue Wakefield and Ann Poole with 37 points. Down the line balls went to Sue and Ann 37 points, Jo Fennell and Inge Giliam 35 points and Melinda Martin and Faye Maynard 33 points. Next week is the first round of the S. and B. Thomas 36 hole Stableford Aggregate. The daily event is sponsored by Terry White Chemist, Leongatha.
Wonthaggi ON Saturday we played a stableford event with 85 players. A Grade winner was S. Adams 39, B Grade J. Duscher 38 and C Grade P. Hooker 39. Balls down the line: L. Harmer 39, J. Haag, E. Vanagtmaal 38; P. Davies, F. Hewlett 38; P. Young, P. Studham, B. Vanagtmaal, F. Skepper 37; J. Jordan, J. Richardson, R. Bolding, I. Sullivan 36. Nearest the pin: 2nd D. Williams, 8th B. O’Halloran, 13th I. Baker, 17th R. Bolding. Until further notice the new works on holes 11, 14, 15, 16 and 18 will be compulsory tee ups. We have sprigged all of these holes and will see the rewards pop up in the next few months. This Saturday is monthly medal and we are looking forward to a field of well over 100 players. Our honour boards are due to be updated in the next two to three weeks and this will please many, especially those waiting for their names to go up after some terrific hole in ones. Ben and Sam and the volunteers are doing a great job especially with the new track up the first hole and the various bunkers which have been filled in and grassed. Well done. I hope you all have a great week and I will see you all on the course on Thursday and Saturday.
Factor wins championship cup SUCCESSFULLY fighting his way through three hectic matches ensured Traralgon professional wrestler Benny Factor a win in the prestigious Gippsland Cup Wrestling Championships in Warragul at the weekend. Factor is the first Gippslander to win the Cup. After fending off ten other opponents in the frantic Royal Rumble opener, Factor then came up against a dynamic young Queenslander known as “The Wolverine” in the semi finals. By successfully disposing with this very
physical opposition, Benny found himself up against the well known and vastly experienced Melbourne wrestler, Jake Navara in the final. A hectic backwards and forwards match in which Navara took the young Traralgon Wrestler to his limits, finally saw Benny overcome all that Jake could throw at him and take out the win. An exhausted Factor was delighted with his success in the Championship. “I’ve watched on as other guys like Jarek Craven have won this cup in the past and gone on to achieve some great things,” he said. “I just hope that this is the start of a successful run for me as well”
Wonthaggi table tennis C O N G R AT U L A TIONS to the 185 players from around Australia who represented the country at the recent World Veterans Table Tennis Championships held in Auckland. There were 57 countries represented and Australia finished fourth on the overall medal tally. Wonthaggi was proud to have five players who represented Australia from the Wonthaggi Table Tennis Association (Mick Wright, Michael Ede, Averil Roberts, Case and Fred deBondt). They all played extremely well, winning many of their matches. Mick Wright competed in a thrilling grand final of
the Over 70’s doubles event. His partner was Dr. Herbert Neubauer from Germany. They were eventually defeated by a Victorian player, Igor Klaf partnering Inh Ven
Le from NSW. A silver medal well deserved Mick. Mick then went on to win a bronze medal in the Over 70 Men’s Singles against a stunning field of players
from around the world. Wonthaggi Table Tennis Association congratulates five very accomplished veteran players who did the club and Wonthaggi proud. Well done.
Accomplished veterans: from left, Mick Wright, Michael Ede, Averil Roberts, Case deBondt.
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Fearsome 3Some eye top spot A RESERVE team Fearsome 3Some (Nick Gilmour, John Matthews, Barry Roberts and Archie Paxton) has been sneaking up the ladder and it is now in second position. SDM (Sean Michael, Daniel Park, Matthew Kent) has been the top team all season and is currently undefeated. These two teams meet this week and it should be an interesting match. B Grade team The Experts
(Rory Gow, Beau Allamby) are undefeated to date but have had some very close matches. They played The Eleits (Matthew Kent, Leit Rivers) in a thriller last week and one game in the doubles went to an astonishing 21-19 win for The Experts. They won the next game 11-8 to take out the set and the match 3-2. There was a good turn up at practice for Wonthaggi’s five Country Week Championship teams last Wednesday. There will be a second practice for all teams on Thursday, May 29 from 8pm. New club shirts were given to the players who
will be competing over the three days of the long weekend (June 7 to 9). There were no A Grade matches last week as Wonthaggi association players returned from the World Table Tennis Veterans Championships in New Zealand.
Local match ladders A Reserve SDM .............................24 35 (111) Fearsome 3Some ........ 12 27 (97) Anger Manage ............ 12 22 (76) Just Rite ......................... 8 24 (95) Rollin Rabbits................. 8 20 (75) Young & Oldies ............. 8 19 (74) B Grade The Experts................. 28 23 (53)
Epic & Awesome ........ 16 The Eleits....................... 8 The Experienced .......... 8 No Idea (bye).................. 4
18 14 13 12
(43) (32) (31) (33)
Leading players A Reserve Sean Michael .......................11 Matthew Kent..................... 10 Nancy Pattinson ................... 9 David Kimmins .................... 8 Nick Gilmore........................ 8 Jo Taylor ............................... 7 B Grade Rory Gow ............................11 Archie Paxton......................11 Matt Kent............................ 10 Ben Kent............................... 8 Darcy Allamby ..................... 8 Hamish Dizane (bye) ........... 6
(35) (30) (31) (26) (24) (25) (22) (22) (20) (19) (16) (14)
Champions: the Alberton U/13’s side of Irene Thorson (MDU), Millie Sadler (IK), Brylee Angwin (Foster), Sophie Bolam (IK), Paris Rodgers (Fish Creek), Siobhan Griffin (IK), Lanni Pryor (IK), Grace McRae (Dalyston), Abbey Kirk (Dalyston) defeated Ellinbank District Netball Association by 10 goals.
Close competition in Sale ALBERTON was represented at the Eastern League Association Netball Tournament in Sale on Sunday.
Happy winners: Alberton’s Under 15’s reserve regional premiership team (back L-R) Ruby Martin, Tori Cripps, Jayde McGlead, Alanna Hannagraff, Taylah Turner, (front L-R)Carmen Tracey, Elly Martin, Breeanna Magro, and Alex Burke were thrilled with their efforts during their interleague clash at Sale.
Conditions were beautiful and the competition was tough as the girls battled through four quarters. The U/13’s defeated Ellinbank District Netball Association by 10 goals. The U/15’s reserve side were also victorious but were in for a tough game, only defeating the Gippsland side by one goal. Gippsland defeated both the Alberton U/15’s side and U/17’s side in close matches.
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Maggies weigh in for MDU FORMER Collingwood footballers Chris Tarrant and Alan Didak will play a one-off game for the MDU Football Netball Club on June 21 at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve.
Senior coach Mark Lafferty says everyone from players to management are excited and talking about it. “This is something new for South Gippsland and a little experimental. “There is a general buzz. It is great for our club.” Chris Tarrant is an AFL veteran of 268 games, was named in the All Australian team and also collected mark of the year in 2003. He is a five time club leading goal kicker, 2001 Anzac Medallist and also played with the Fremantle Football Club. Alan Didak played 218 games for Collingwood where he was a two times an All Australian, Copeland Trophy winner in 2006, premiership player and club leading goal kicker in 2010. Didak and Tarrant are two of the most popular players to pull on the
black and white stripes in the past 20 years. MDU is holding a Presidents Lunch from 11.30am at $65 a head where both Tarrant and Didak will speak about their AFL careers. This is sure to be one of the biggest days in recent history in the Alberton Football League with interest from far and wide. Tarrant and Didak will join former Western Bulldogs forward Matthew Robbins who currently plays with MDU. Together they will form a very formidable forward line. Meals will be available after the game with a Goods and Services auction from 7pm followed by entertainment. Tickets for the President’s Lunch must be purchased before the day. To book contact Scott Charlton 0439 560 021 Email: scottc@cbdcontracting. com.au or Mark Lafferty 0400 623 180 Email: Leongatha@sportfirst.com.au Tickets also available from Sportfirst in Leongatha.
Big interest: from left, Alan Didak, MDU senior coach Mark Lafferty and Chris Tarrant. The game on June 21 is certain to attract high interest across the region.
Bendigo upsets Gippsland GIPPSLAND League returned disappointed from another AFL VicCountry championship campaign at Bendigo on Saturday. The team put up a great fight before lowering its colours 19-14 to 13-16 in front of a big crowd at Bendigo’s Queen Elizabeth oval. Gippsland never hit the lead at any stage although always in touch, several times during the second and third quarters cutting the margin to under a goal. It was former St Kilda sharp shooter Stephen Milne who made the difference. He kicked a match winning nine goals. Another recently retired AFL player Corey Jones (ex-North Melbourne) was also influential for Bendigo but Milne was the star of the show and clearly best on ground. The Gippsland selectors had a tough time with a number in the original squad unavailable because of injury and had to make another two changes to the team named midweek with coach Harmit
Singh and Morwell team mate Michael Duncan also unable to shake off injuries. Bairnsdale’s Andrew Nelson and Shaun Mooney were the late inclusions. Bendigo led 3-6 to 2-4 at quarter time and 10-7 to 7-8 at half time, two goals in the final 90 seconds of the second quarter. Two early third term goals to Gippsland’s one stretched the margin to 23 points before a terrific fight back saw Gippsland within three points. A couple of missed shots on goal denied it the lead. Again it was Milne that bobbed up to restore order for Bendigo and get the score to a 15-10 to 12-11 lead at the final change. The Gippslanders threw everything at Bendigo early in the final term. Three successive behinds to start the quarter didn’t help the cause. The home team steadied and gradually pushed the gap wider. It was a brave performance by Gippsland, who has again dropped to
ninth place on the ladder of 40 country leagues and will face Yarra ValleyMountain District in next year’s championship round. The quirk of the draw had Gippsland having to travel to Bendigo for the third time in five years, losing after hard fought matches, and there is a reasonable case to the argument that the results might have been different had the games been hosted in Gippsland. Wonthaggi’s Aaron Ware was awarded the VicCountry medal as Gippsland’s best player. The on-baller was in the thick of the action from start to finish. His on-ball team mates James Blaser, Luke Collins, Jack Blair, Aiden Lindsay, Michael Geary and Brad Scalzo also were sound contributors as was Ben Kearns on a wing. Ruckman Jack Lipman and back up Wes Russell won most of the hit outs. Key forwards Darren Sheen and captain James Gibbs at times looked as if they might take charge of the game but overall Gippsland’s delivery of the ball
into attack was down on the standard that Bendigo provided Milne in particular. Sheen finished with four goals, one in each quarter, while Gibbs booted three – a couple inspirational from beyond 50 metres – and was the key play maker in a couple of others. Tom Hutton had first crack at Milne with Andrew Quirk getting the tough job for the final three quarters, but Bendigo’s ability to leave Milne one out and with plenty of space made their task unenviable. Ryan Pendlebury and centre half back Chris Verboon were disciplined and prominent for four quarters, both winning their positions on the day. Verboon won the team trainers’ trophy, awarded in memory of long serving Morwell and interleague trainer Keith Bailey who died four years ago. Coach Singh was high in his praise of his team’s performance in a high standard and strong physical clash and there was a strong resolve in the dressing rooms after the match to atone next year and push up the championship ladder again.
UNDER 13 LADDER W L D
Inv-K’wak..... 6 Corner Inlet .. 6 Phillip Is...... 4 L’gatha Jnr ... 3 Won Power ... 2 Dalyston ...... 0 Kor-Bena ........ 1 Kil-Bass.......... 0
0 0 2 3 4 4 4 6
%
Pts
0 613.11 24 0 503.66 24 0 101.88 16 0 96.23 12 0 78.48 8 1 51.72 2 1 58.30 6 0 15.24 0
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Phillip Is....... 5 Inv-K’wak...... 5 L’gatha Jnr .... 3 Corner Inlet ... 3 Won Power .... 3 Kil-Bass ....... 3 Kor-Bena ......... 1 Dalyston .......... 1
1 1 3 3 3 3 5 5
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
Pts
255.29 226.80 140.76 122.86 105.81 70.37 45.97 30.35
20 20 12 12 12 12 4 4
FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 8: May 31 Kor-Bena v Tarwin Phillip Island v Toora Dalyston v Foster Stony Creek v I-K MDU v Fish Creek Kilcunda-Bass - bye (DW)
MID GIPPSLAND Round 8: May 31 Boolarra v Morwell East Yarragon v Thorpdale Hill End v Yallourn-Yall Nth Mirboo North v Yinnar Newborough v Trafalgar
GIPPSLAND Round 7: May 31 Wonthaggi v Bairnsdale Drouin v Moe Sale v Maffra (Sunday) Traralgon v Warragul Leongatha v Morwell
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Above, Go girls: from left, Chloe Hogg, Kaitlyn Casbolt and Ebony Burns played in the Leongatha Secondary College junior football team last Wednesday. Left, Winners: Wonthaggi Secondary College senior team members Alesha Kelly, Leah Joyce, Brittni Shell and Elise Desantis were celebrating their tough win over Mirboo North.
EAST Round 7: May 31 Dusties v Poowong Ellinbank v Buln Buln Nilma-Darnum v Longwarry Nyora v Neerim South WEST Round 8: May 31 Bunyip v Cora Lynn Lang Lang v Catani Nar Nar Goon v Garfield Kooweerup - bye
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Ellinbank shines over Mid Gippy ELLINBANK Football League proved too good in the final wash up against Mid Gippsland in the interleague clash on Saturday at Warragul, running away with a big win.
Flying high: Ken Towt (Boolarra) has the front spot for Mid Gippsland but Ellinbank’s Bob McCallum goes for the big spoil.
Mid Gippsland was completely outclassed by a smaller running team that made every opportunity a winner. A five goal start by Ellinbank saw it sweep away anything that Mid Gippsland could throw at it. Mid Gippy struggled to get inside the 50 metres arc whereas Ellinbank found it almost easy at times. Youngster Tyler Hillier, the youngest player on the field (16) deserved the Worksafe Medal for best Mid Gippy player in the seniors. It was the second consecutive year the senior EDFL team has won with authority at Interleague level having knocked over the Alberton League in 2013 by 64 points. The EDFL led at every change and never looked in any danger. Ellinbank’s Owen Fitzpatrick led the way with two strong marks and goals before he strained a hamstring and took no further part in the game but his departure from the field did little to stop the goals flowing with the home side
Working in front: eventual winner Chris Rowe does his fair share of the turns for the big bunch heading in to Tarwin.
ramming on six second quarter goals to open up a 34 point lead at the main break. Captain Shane Brewster led by example and in tandem with Dylan Collis and Tye Holland all three dominated in and around the midfield in the opening half. To give the MGFL its dues it started to get a bit of cohesion into its play and rallied with three goals in the latter part of the second quarter to give visiting fans some hope it could mount something of a fight back. However it disappointed after half time - unable to impose pressure on the EDFL ball carriers and make their tackles stick. In the second half the EDFL kept showing a willingness to attack and piled on another 11 goals. Ryan Gillis led and marked well and kicked four second half goals nourished by regular feed from Shane Brewster, Collis, rising star Tyson Bale, Brad and Luke Walker, who continued to be a source of drive. Nathan Lieshout was the cornerstone of the defence and received strong support from Tim Payne while ruckman Matt Gray chipped in with some important possessions around the ground in a superb team effort. For the MPFL Tyler Hillier was lively across the forward line and its only multiple goal scorer, midfielders Jarrod Bennets and Daniel Metcalfe both ran hard and former Longwarry
Under 18’s: best on ground for Mid Gippsland, Jeremy Salinger (Mirboo North). star Ken Towt made some timely interceptions in defence. Congratulations to the coach Ron Hampton and selectors John Barnes, Geoff Kimmitt and Matt Shorey who picked a well balanced side that included six players 21 years old or under with a view to the future and all whom provided run and enthusiasm. According to the VCFL rankings released on Saturday night the EDFL will make tracks for Central Victoria to play the Maryborough-Castlemaine League in 2015. New Under 18 coach Darren Ratten savoured his first
Interleague victory in charge of Ellinbank when his side won by 66 points. Only eight points separated sides in the second quarter until the 10 minute mark. Thereupon the game changed after Jack Barnes kicked a goal off the ground from close in – which was the first of nine unanswered goals to give the EDFL a stranglehold on the game. After quarter time midfielders Jay Engellener and Will Collis danced around the opposition midfielders countless times and Tim Hancock, Jack Nuttall and Andrew Proctor offered plenty of rebound out of defence. Forwards Jai Kerford, Adam Marchetti both scored three goals and along with Jack Barnes this trio provided a strong presence all game. A leg injury to Jack Commadeur, who recently joined Buln Buln from the Dusties was the only low point on a terrific day for the EDFL. His team mates are to be acknowledged for their show of support towards him as he left the club rooms on a stretcher for hospital and on behalf of all EDFL supporters wish Jack a quick recovery. For the MGFL Jeremy Salinger, Luke McGennisken and Harrison Malady caught the eye in the midfield while ruckman Bryson Tullett and defender Tom Follett made their presence felt.
Pushing the pedals: Neil White leads the five minute bunch heading away from Tarwin to Walkerville with other riders including Mark Bensley, Kevin Feely, Tony Giles and Rod Cheney also in the bunch.
• Leongatha Cycling
Chris Rowe sprints home first SATURDAY racing was at Tarwin Lower using and out and back course on the Walkerville Road. Weather conditions cleared from drizzly rain early in the day to an overcast but fine day with a light breeze blowing from the north – great conditions for racing. With no scratch riders present it was a seven rider virtual scratch bunch on two minutes chasing eight riders at five minutes then with two riders at eight minutes, two riders at 10 minutes and a lone limit rider at 13 minutes. With large chasing bunches the handicapper could have been more generous to the outmarkers. At the 19km turn mark, just past the Cape Liptrap corner, the large five minute bunch had gathered up the outmarkers and was working hard to keep the two minute bunch behind. The pace was on for the return run with several riders shelled from the bunch. At the eight km mark there was just one minute between the bunches. Neil White, Steve Wilson, Rod Cheyne and Brad Bouquet were working hard and thought for while they may stay away. However with three kms to go the backmarkers rounded up the leading group. Chris Rowe, Phil Camenzuli and Steve Allen did not slack and soon found they had put a gap between themselves and the field and they held this in to the turn at the bowling green and the dash to the line. In the three-up sprint Chris Rowe cleared the line a clear winner from Phil and Steve. The bunch was led home by Steve Wilson for fourth; Steve was on a new bike after destroying his previous bike in the tango with the wombat a week and a half back. In fifth place it was David Supple, then Tony Giles, Phil
Hanley, Harrison McLean, Kevin Feely and rounding out the top 10 was Rod Cheyne. The winning time and fastest time for Chris Rowe was 1hr 4min and 56 sec. Last week’s winners were well covered this week. However, it was pleasing to see the continued improvement from the younger riders – Michael Park, Harrison McLean and Austin Timmins. The Saturday circuit is difficult for these guys as they are on a reduced gear and when it comes to high speed work with the senior riders these guys find themselves being pedalled to the limit. In the junior race over 16.5km, the riders are making life difficult for the handicapper. The five starters all started off on different marks with limit being Oliver McLean on eight minutes. After several weeks of struggling Oliver found wings on Saturday as he romped home in 36.39min. In second place was sister Grace in 30.50min. Just behind was Bernadette Fitzgerald in third and fastest in 30.26min. Perhaps it was starting just ahead of a tractor but Bernadette had also ridden well. Last week’s fastest time winner, Alex Bennett, missing his co marker, struggled to be competitive, coming home in fourth whilst Thomas Fitzgerald was fifth. Next week the club road titles will be held at Korrine which will see tough conditions for riders to survive in scratch races around the hills on that circuit. The web site for entering the three day Gippsland tour over the three day weekend is also open for entries. Leongatha host the Sunday racing from the Leongatha Secondary College around the Nerrena-Mardan circuit. Members are also advised to check the road fixture on the club website as it now includes riders listed for corner duty each weekend. Riders need to either do the corner duty or find someone to swap with.
Senior winners: from left, second Phil Camenzuli, first and fastest time Chris Rowe and third Steve Allen.
Junior winners: from left, second Grace McLean, first Oliver McLean and third Bernadette Fitzgerald.
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Double joy: the victorious netball and football interleague teams and officials show off their silver wear. Photography courtesy of Shawn Smits, Riddell District FNL.
Interleague nail-biter MANY South Gippslanders made the drive to support the Alberton league at Romsey Park, Romsey on Saturday.
The junior teams were particularly well supported. Conditions for football could not have been more perfect with sunshine, no wind and a ground that was in beautiful nick. The Riddell and District Football League will rue missed opportunities and ill-discipline as
it coughed up an 18 point three-quarter time lead to go down by the narrowest of margins. Early signs were not all that good for Alberton as Riddell applied huge pressure early on but it developed into a genuine arm wrestle. No more than two goals separated the two sides throughout the opening half before the game started to open up as it wore on later in the day. Riddell controlled more of the ball throughout the opening three quarters but
Leongatha Junior footy CGJFL ladders UNDER 10 W L D
Leongatha .....5 Trafalgar.......4 Hill & Rovers..4 Moe Maroons..3 Yinnar..........2 Mirboo Nth......2 Newb Reds......2 Moe Blues .......1 Mor Tigers ......1 Youth Club ......1 Yallourn Nth ....0 Newb Blues .....0
0 0 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 5 0
%
0 1080.00 0 531.03 0 563.89 0 121.05 0 97.67 0 57.32 0 59.06 0 31.31 0 16.92 0 41.18 0 19.31 0 0.00
Pts
20 20 16 12 12 12 8 8 8 4 0 0
UNDER 12 W L D
Trafalgar.......5 Mirboo North..4 Yinnar..........4 Youth Club ....4 Leongatha .....3 Moe Blues .......3 Moe Maroons...2 Hill & Rovers ...2 New Blues .......1 New Reds........1 Mor Tigers ......0 Yallourn Nth ....0
0 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 5
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0
%
450.88 404.55 246.27 216.35 148.76 115.65 84.03 73.01 52.12 53.97 29.95 6.84
Pts
20 16 16 16 12 12 8 8 6 4 2 0
UNDER 14 W L D
Trafalgar.......5 New Blues.....4 Youth Club ....4 Leongatha .....4 Yallourn Nth ..4 Moe Maroons...3 New Reds........2 Yinnar .............2 Moe Blues .......1 Hill & Rovers ...1 Mirboo North ..0 Mor Tigers ......0
0 1 1 1 1 2 3 3 4 4 5 5
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
260.32 262.38 217.93 197.55 148.62 125.74 107.39 74.43 51.38 44.06 40.87 28.42
Pts
20 16 16 16 16 12 8 8 4 4 0 0
CGJFL UNDER 10 Leongatha 6.4.40 Mirboo North 0.0.0 Leongatha goals: J. Burns 3, T. Burt 3, B. Hanrahan 1, Z. Lamers 1, L. Marshman 1. Leongatha best: M. Harry, J. Burns, N. Beavis, A. Kemper, R. Weaver, T. Burt. UNDER 12 Mirboo North 5.6.36 Leongatha 1.6.12 Leongatha goals: R. Patterson 1, F. Materia 1. Leongatha best: J. Thomas, T. Collins, R. Patterson, M. Portelli, A. Tuffin, L. Tuffin. UNDER 14 Leongatha 9.4.58 Mirboo North 5.8.38 Leongatha goals: C. Olden 2, J. Hastings 2, B. Thorson 1, B. Perry 1, B. Motton 1, J. Wilson 1, B. Hastings 1. Leongatha best: S. Benra, T. Sheedy, J. Yates, R. Coleman, J. McFarlane, D. Clark.
AJFL UNDER 13 Leongatha 10.9.69 Korumburra-Bena 3.2.20 Leongatha goals: L. O’’Neil 3, B. Cantwell 2, T. Vanderkolk 2, J. Lamers 2, M. McGannon. Best: B. Cox, T. Boler, J. Fisher, J. Lamers, T. Harry, L. O’Neill. UNDER 11 Leongatha 6.9.45 Korumburra-Bena 0.5.5 Leongatha goals: H. Kewming 3, D. Hanily 2, C. Riseley. Best: J. Allen, A. Law, B. Manicaro, D. Hume, T. Roberts, H. Kewming.
struggled to put its dominance on the scoreboard. Alberton’s more intelligent use of the interchange bench was less wearing on team fitness and might well have ended up the difference between the two teams. Alberton ruckman Ben Law while not dominating the ruck contest proved a valuable link man for the visitors. It was an excellent, entertaining pressure game to watch and went right down to the wire. With Riddell having kicked the last goal before the final siren it was tense right up until the end. Riddell’s James Nolan (five goals) and Romsey’s Matt Davidson (two goals) were both lively in the attacking 50, but kicks going into the forward line were not always ideal nor was the kicking on goal at times. The RDFL finished the day with four more scoring shots than Alberton but Alberton raised the trophy. Alberton FNL
16.8 (104) d Riddell DFNL 15.13 (103) Best of ground - Ben Law. Goals: Luke Damon 4, Michael Cooke, Chris Endres 3, Beau Runnalls 2, Patrick McKenna, Matt Schreck, Cam Stone, Jason Wells 1. Other best: Jaymie Youle, Dylan Clark, Chris Endres, Michael Cooke, Joel Sinclair, Paul Pattison. ► Netball glory see page 45
Right, High flier: Alberton’s Ben Thomas leaps to take a spectacular mark. Photography courtesy of Shawn Smits, Riddell District FNL. Below, Great spoil: Alberton’s Ashley Snooks shows the determination that defeated Riddell and District in this spoil on his opponent, Brent Swallow. Photography courtesy of Shawn Smits, Riddell District FNL.
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Champion lady By Stuart Biggins SUE Hoskins, friend and playing partner of 44 time winner of the Meeniyan Golf Club Ladies Championship, Dot Christie, says “ Dot is the most gracious of champions.”
Buy this bike: Tim Marriott (left) and Steve Martin with the Polaris ATV, one of the big ticket items at this Saturday’s gala auction.
Auction with the lot THE Stony Creek Football Netball Club will be holding its annual gala auction this Saturday, May 31 at Leongatha’s Dakers Centre.
Set to start at 7pm, more than 100 items will be up for grabs to the highest bidder, including a Polaris motorbike, a washing machine, holidays, accommodation and more. Club vice president Steve Martin said this year, the auction has plenty of items and there is bound to be something for everyone. “In previous years, the auction has been full of farming equipment and other manly stuff. This year, there are lots of hampers, jewellery and other family friendly items,” he said. The night will also feature a key prize, which will see one lucky punter walking away with a cash reward of $3000. “We will have 10 keys up for sale and whoever buys the key that opens the lock will win the $3000,” Mr Martin said. The auction usually raises over $20,000 for the club and Mr Martin said they are hoping to reach that mark again this year. “The funds are typically used for ground maintenance, equipment and other expenses,” he said. “We would like to upgrade our netball courts, at the moment we only have one and a
half and ideally, we would like two. “It is also about time to upgrade the coach’s boxes on the oval.” This year, one of the big ticket items up for sale is a Polaris four wheel motorbike, donated by Polaris and Marriotts Motorcycles. Tim Marriott organised the donation with the help of Polaris and said it is a pleasure to support local sporting clubs. “We are happy to put a bit of money back into the community,” he said. “Football netball clubs help to keep kids fit and active and away from the television and computer screens for a while. “They put lots back into the community, which is why we want to do whatever we can to support them.” Mr Martin said so far this year; the Stony Creek club is performing well which is what was expected at the start of the season. “We have won a few and lost a few which is what we expected but we have good numbers which is really important,” he said. “We have particularly good numbers in the juniors for both netball and football. It really is a good family club.” The auction will follow the home game between Stony Creek and Inverloch. Anybody is welcome at the auction, it is best to book a table with Steve martin by calling 0407 343 560.
Giving spirit: the Keeping Kids on Track Committee proudly presents $1000 to the Kongor School Support Group. From left, Debbie Rielly, Felicia Di Stefano (Kongor group), Marasai O’Keeffe, Louise O’Keeffe and Vaughn Hendricks, members of the kids committee.
Fun run backs Sudan school The Keeping Kids on Track Committee and the Bass Coast Barracudas Triathlon Club were excited to present a $1000 cheque to their first beneficiary, the Kongor School Support Group.
The Keeping Kids on Track Committee held a fun run on March 15 along the Kilcunda-Wonthaggi Rail Trail, with nearly 600 participants competing in one of the various distances offered (three and five kilometres run/ walk, and 10km, 15km and 21.1km runs). Funds raised from the event will be donated to local organisations that promote sport, education and a healthy lifestyle to children, but $1000 each year is also contributed to the locally-founded Kongor group. This organisation was established by Felicia Di Stefano to help rebuild the Kongor Primary School destroyed during the civil war in Kongor, South Sudan. Her supportive group of passionate volunteers from the Bass Coast have purchased a block making machine, and aims to provide
training to use the machine to build a primary school. In this way, the people will have the skills to build other buildings after they have finished the school. The group was established in 2011 and has raised $95,000 since this time, but their fundraising efforts are on-going as they still need to purchase and transport building materials to this rural area of South Sudan. Felicia welcomes donations, volunteers, and fundraising ideas, however great or small, so if you would like to become involved contact her on 5678-3294 or email sgrar07@gmail.com. The Keeping Kids On Track Committee wishes to thank all participants in the fun run for making the day a success, for the hardworking volunteers without whom it would not have occurred, and for the generous sponsorship from local businesses. Over the coming months, the committee will proudly distribute funds to local organisations that promote sport, education, and a healthy lifestyle to children. They are, afterall, our future.
Hoskins says being in front is a ‘tough gig’ and sometimes the single figure golfers see themselves as an elite group but says Dot Christie rates herself above no one. “She is an exceptionally nice lady to play with, a champion person, and always helpful and offering advice to rookies. Christie is described as someone who works hard to make the club the best it can be and in a quiet and understated way. She looks after several of the beautiful, manicured gardens on the course. At 64 Christie is unstoppable and loves walking and yoga. Dot Christie first swung a golf club when she was fifteen. One might expect at the time there was a shiver up the spine, a moment of enlightenment or some such feeling experienced which when spelled out said to Dot, This is you! But no. Dot only vaguely remembers the swing but recalls with a cheeky chuckle being one of the only junior girls around who played golf. She was at the golf course only because that was her parents’ recreation. Of her 44 wins she says no one win stands out as more memorable than the others. “All of the wins have been special and they get more special the older you get as you realise they can’t go on forever. “I’ll go on enjoying the game while I stay well, healthy and able to play. “It’s the luck of the draw.” She cites Carrie Webb as a golfer she admires greatly. “It is Webb’s ability to hang in there which is so impressive. She has what it takes to hold her own amongst the South Koreans dominating the international circuit. Dot says she has no regrets about her golfing, does
not wonder how far she might have got on the professional circuit. “I played pennant in Melbourne for a few years when I was fourty, but we had cows to milk and children to raise.” You get out of it what you put in,” Dot says. “Golf has given me a lot of pleasure.”
Champion: Dot Christie winner for 44th time.
Gala Auction
Saturday May 31, 7pm at the Dakers Centre, Leongatha $30pp including dinner
Major Key Prize: $3000 cash Major sponsor: Marriotts - Polaris Quad Bike Other auction items: Chainsaws (JSL), Washing machine (Hartley Wells), Accommodation packages, Fishing trip, 5m concrete (Numix), Women’s jewellery, Hampers and much more
Book your table now! Call Steve Martin on 0407 343 560 STO4660066
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