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It’s showtime again OKLAHOMA, Newhaven College’s latest musical production opened last Thursday in Wonthaggi and the audience treated the talented cast to a standing ovation after the Sunday matinee finale performance. Pictured, leading lady Sophie Owens as Laurey and Connor Hadley as Curly (front and centre) and cast of Newhaven College’s latest musical production Oklahoma. See full coverage Page 52.

$5M BUDGET WIN Leongatha cheers alternate route funding fix the long awaited Leongatha Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route.

By Tony Giles LEONGATHA is set to benefit with $5 million to be set aside in today’s State budget to fund

Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South Peter Ryan will announce the Victorian Liberal Nationals Coalition Government and the Commonwealth will

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jointly fund the project. Mr Ryan said a total of $5.12 million would be provided for the project. He said the long-awaited Leongatha Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route would divert heavy vehicles away from Leongatha’s

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central business district (CBD). “Securing funding for the Leongatha Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route is a significant win for the Leongatha community,” Mr Ryan said. Continued on page 8.

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New library tipped for Leongatha A NEW report recommends South Gippsland Shire Council build a new library close to the town centre within 10 years.

The Leongatha Community Infrastructure Plan states the current library has limited space, and cannot provide the variety of study and meeting spaces required in a modern library.

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A new library would serve the community for at least another 30 years, the report stated, adding council consider co-locating a new library with another community or civic building. The infrastructure plan will be used by council over the next 20 years to guide spending on community facilities. According to the report, 336 people in Leongatha require help with their daily lives due to a disability. That is 6.3 per cent of the population, higher than the state average of 4.8 percent.

As a result, the plan calls for more housing catering for people with a disability close to the town centre, better access to businesses and public buildings around town, and long term care for people with disabilities. The plan found people aged 65 and over make up 20 percent of the population, higher than the state average of 13.9 percent. “By 2021, it is expected Leongatha will have the most growth in the over 65 age group,” the report stated. “People seeking lifestyle change in retire-

ment and people moving from farms are expected to increase the number of older people living in Leongatha.” The report recommends increasing services to people remaining at home, and more facilities and services to suit older people. More paths to improve pedestrian access, more open space, a larger public

area within the town centre for community gatherings and events, and open space in new developments west of Leongatha were suggested by the report. Many opportunities in town attract young people and as such, the report suggests council reinvestigate the Leongatha railway station as a venue for young people to meet. Council received 12

submissions to the draft released last November. Those submissions called for: a larger library, Mesley Hall to be possibly managed by the community and a public park on the railyards site. In 2011, Leongatha had a population of 5334 and by 2031 is expected to have more than 8000 people – 22 percent of South Gippsland’s population.

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Set to relocate: a report recommends the South Gippsland Shire build a new library within 10 years.

Prom Country House to open THE residents, staff and volunteers at Prom Country Aged Care Inc. (PCAC) are getting ready to celebrate the official opening of their new 60 bed aged care facility in Foster.

people who have kindly donated their time and money to the building project, ensuring its success. Aunty Madge, an elder from the Gunai/ Kurnai Corporation will be performing a traditional welcome and Mr Broadbent will also be launching the history book Family, Community, Philanthropy - The story of aged care in Prom Country’.The book has been written for PCAC by locals Shirley Westaway and Marge Arnup and has had an additional group of volunteers assisting in the final production. Copies of the book will be available for purchase on the day. PCAC board president Sandy Bucello said:

The official opening will take place onsite at 9 O’Connell Road from 11am Thursday, May 8, with long-time supporter of PCAC, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent doing the honours. A large crowd is expected to attend the event including members of the Corner Inlet Community, local, State and Federal government representatives, and PCAC residents, staff and volunteers. Also in attendance will be the many

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“We are delighted to be able to welcome the community into our new home to experience the quality, state-of-the-art facility our whole community can be proud of. “The board would like everyone in our community to come and celebrate with us as we realise the years of hard work and commitment given by many, many people.’ Following the official opening and the book launch, lunch and entertainment will be available for all those attending. If you are planning to attend please respond to the invitation by email or phone to Prom Country House at 5682 0800 or info@promcountryagedcare.com.au to assist with catering requirements.

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Knight’s Garage rebuild imminent THE former Knight’s Garage building on Bair Street in Leongatha will soon be brought back to life, as the contractors prepare to start the rebuilding process.

Getting ready: build supervisor Geoff Baudinette (left) and builder Brent Casbolt will be rebuilding the former Knight’s Garage building on Bair Street.

Ute crashes through supermarket By Laura Gibb A VEHICLE ploughed through the front window of Leongatha Safeway at about 9.30am on Sunday. A large window pane facing the car park was smashed when a ute drove through it nose first and became stuck half in and half out of the shop. Victoria Police spokes-

woman Belle Nolan said the 53-year-old driver — the sole occupant of the car — walked away from the crash unscathed. Nobody was hurt in the incident. The driver’s shoelace is believed to have become tangled in his car peddle. The driver is helping police with their inquiries. The vehicle, which was said to be a black XR8 ute, had been parked facing Safeway in a parking space right beside the windows. It is believed the driver

started the vehicle and drove it a short distance forward, across a narrow garden bed and through the window. Safeway remained open in the aftermath of the incident. Staff say they moved immediately to close off the crash site and clean up broken glass. Makeshift barriers and bollards reading “caution” were put in place inside and outside the shop to prevent people from walking near the crash scene.

Above, Crash scene: Scott Taranto of Taranto Windows and Glass cleans up after a vehicle crashed through the front window of Leongatha Safeway. Makeshift barriers warn customers to keep clear of the mess.

Assistant store manager Ben Gray said not many people were in the shop during the incident. “We were fortunate enough to have no injuries,” he said. “It’s in police hands now.” Katherine Waters had just started her shift at the checkout when the accident occurred. “I heard a massive crash. “I turned around and I saw half a car in the store. “It scared me so much,” she said.

Builder Brent Casbolt has been appointed to rebuild the space, which was gutted by fire in 2010 when occupied by iconic Leongatha store Henriettas. “We are getting organised to start the rebuild now. We are in the midst of organising the steel work and the demolition that needs to occur,” Mr Casbolt said. “People can expect to see some action on the site in around two weeks.” The front facade of the building will

be restored and retained, while the back of the building will have a more modern facade. Speaking to The Star late last year, site owner Tony Westaway said the new development will essentially replace what burnt down. “I’m going to rebuild what was there. Around 1000m2 of shop space which will allow one shop at the front and one at the back,” he said. Mr Casbolt said the building project will be good for the town and is utilising local tradespeople. “We are hoping to have the project complete in about eight months. It should be done by Christmas,” he said.

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Buffer sought for Burra Foods BURRA Foods wants to be a good neighbour. The Korumburra company has asked South Gippsland Shire Council to make a planning change that informs people moving into, or developing land in the area, their land may be exposed to noise, odour and light from its factory. Council has authorised officers to prepare a Planning Scheme Amendment (C99) to introduce an Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO8) amenity buffer control to the area surrounding the factory in Korumburra.

The buffer is a circle around the factory extending approximately 350m from the factory. “We’ve been at this site since 1991 and are committed to it and to Korumburra,” Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers said. “The factory has expanded significantly in recent years and currently employs approximately 140 people. “We did encounter some odour issues during our last major expansion however these problems have been resolved. However you can’t get away from the fact milk factories can

smell from time to time. “That’s the nature of milk processing, and people need to be aware of it. The new overlay will assist to inform people of this situation. The overlay does not reduce our requirements to meet all EPA standards and minimise our impact on the surrounding area.” Council’s director of development services Phil Stone said Burra Foods, the largest employer in the town, was planning for the future and was acting as a good corporate citizen in wanting to notify prospec-

tive neighbours/developers of the inherent impacts in this way. The purpose of the control is not to stop development but to ensure new developments like dwellings or units include noise insulation when constructed. “The overlay has no impact at all on existing land uses and buildings,” Mr Stone said. “When the Korumburra Structure Plan was adopted in 2010, it lacked sufficient direction to guide land use and development around the factory. “This was before intermittent

factory odour became a concern for some landowners near the factory. An Independent Planning Panel recommended council undertake further strategic work to manage the impacts and this now forms the basis for this amendment.” Once the amendment has been prepared, it will be placed on public exhibition for comment for one month. All affected landowners will receive postal notification of the amendment. For further information regarding C99, please contact council on 5662 9200.

Seniors hike rail trail By Laura Gibb WALKERS in Koonwarra had the chance to discover activity groups as well as getting their morning exercise. The walking event, starting at Koonwarra on the Great Southern Rail Trail and heading towards Leongatha, was put on by South Gippsland Shire Council to promote active ageing. Representatives of activity groups made themselves available to chat with walkers about activity and exercise programs and healthy ageing services in the district. South Gippsland Walking and Adventure Club (SGWAAC), Planned Activity Groups, council’s Home and Community Care division, Great Southern Health Service’s occupational therapy service, Voyage Fitness’ Living Longer, Living Stronger program and Tidal River Open Space Project were represented. Judy Speedy of Mirboo North took

part in the Koonwarra walk and recommended the use of walking poles. She belongs to SGWAAC. The average age of members is about 65. “It’s a great way to get to know where you live,” she said. Julie Johnston of Meeniyan is a regular walker. “We think it’s good to encourage people to walk. “We want to share our love of what we do.” Many of the walkers enjoy a chat and companionship while getting some gentle exercise. “We solve the world’s issues and then we laugh over a cup of coffee,” Ms Johnston said. Participants walked at their own paces and for the distances they preferred. A similar event took place in Tarwin Lower on Thursday April 24. The events were funded by the Improving Liveability for Older People grant from the Department of Social Services.

Morning walk: Judy Speedy of Mirboo North and Rita Franklin, front of Leongatha, who is 92 years old.

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Highway –proceed with caution DRIVERS are being advised to show caution when approaching the South Gippsland Highway turnoff near Windmill Ag, Leongatha South.

Stating the too obvious: David Baggallay of Meeniyan shrugs his shoulders at the stupidity of this new roadside sign.

South Gippsland Shire’s Director of Development Services, Phil Stone, has stopped short of recommending changes to the intersection. However others have stated it’s just a serious accident just waiting to happen. Responding to The Star’s story on April 23 Mr Stone encouraged all road users to exercise caution and drive to traffic conditions especially on market days. Official crash statistics indicate “only one minor crash in the location in the last few years,” according to Mr Stone. This conflicts with much of the anecdotal evidence suggesting the stretch of highway is the scene of frequent accidents and a tragedy waiting to happen. Referring back to Windmill Ag’s application for a building permit in 2006,

Mr Stone said VicRoads had no objections and placed no conditions on the permit. “Windmill Ag has done everything as part of the permit to get operational.” David Baggallay from Meeniyan travels the South Gippsland Highway frequently and begs to differ. He says the traffic conditions here are “obviously dangerous.” Mr Baggallay wrote a Letter to the Editor Tuesday, April 29 expressing amusement at the appearance of new road signs a couple of kilometres further on towards Leongatha, warning drivers not to overtake, each side of a pronounced crest where double lines mark the section of highway. “The money wasted on these signs!” is the cry of a flabbergasted tax payer. “The short-sightedness, the lack of planning foresight, the mismanagement!” Mr Baggallay is not alone in his view.

Roads share $130 million By Laura Gibb SOUTH Gippsland will get a cut of the State Government’s $130 million funding boost for Gippsland roads, Victoria MLA Danny O’Brien has announced. The money, allocated in the forthcoming state budget, is for road maintenance and restoration works. VicRoads in Gippsland will receive a funding boost of $130 million over four years. Mr O’Brien says he will be advocating for South Gippsland to receive its fair share. “In the short time I have been in Parliament, roads have been one of the issues raised with me most frequently, particularly in South Gippsland.

“Last week I met with local VicRoads senior officers to discuss funding issues. “There will certainly be a portion of this money spent on repairing potholes and I am aware of the concerns about roads in South Gippsland. “I will be lobbying to ensure some of the funds are dedicated to road repair in South Gippsland.” Across Gippsland, sealing and additional pavement restoration works are expected to start during the warmer weather in late 2014. “Importantly, this is above the base level of funding for roads and will take total spending on roads in 2014-15 to over half a billion dollars,” Mr O’Brien said. “This is important additional funding that will go towards repairing, re-sealing, re-sheeting and general improvement of our roads network.” Treasurer Michael O’Brien

and Roads Minister Terry Mulder have announced $50 million will be allocated to capital restoration works while another $80 million over four years will go towards road maintenance and resealing. “This is additional funding that will go towards fixing potholes, improving road surfaces and making Gippsland roads safer,” Mr O’Brien said. Authorities are still deciding which specific roads and which geographical areas will take priority. “VicRoads is awaiting further details of how the funding is to be allocated and is currently reviewing its program of sealing and pavement restoration works in light of this announcement,” Mr O’Brien said. “VicRoads will also continue to keep our roads safe by inspecting roads and repairing hazardous potholes as part of its routine maintenance program.”

Inconsistencies: a driver’s view approaching the entrance to Windmill Ag on the right. Take care on this curving bend in case you encounter traffic bankedup along the double lines waiting to turn right. The saleyards 100 metres further on has a turning lane and a sign warning of turning trucks.

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Year 9, 2015 – open their world! NEWHAVEN College’s award winning Year 9 Environmental Centre stands out amongst local schools as the only specially designed Year 9 facility in Bass Coast and South Gippsland. The Year 9 program focusses on targeted education with a purpose. It blends tried and true teaching methodologies with innovative practices related to integrated and negotiated curriculum, which shifts the focus from content to skill development. The learning process at the centre together with key elements of the program are designed to strengthen the students’ sense of self and sense of community, which is

illustrated by the Year 9 Mission Statement. “We are an interdependent sustainable com-

munity, learning to take responsibility for ourselves, our community and our environment.

Through holistic learning we open our awareness, undertake a journey of discovery, learn to think

critically, and take appropriate risks.” It is particularly advantageous for a Year 9

Alyche Anastasi: surfing – Newhaven College’s Year 9 program blends tried and true teaching methodologies with innovative practices and, as Alyche Anastasi discovered, creates opportunities for students to be immersed in environmental and experiential learning.

Centre to have an overarching focus. Given the magnificent and complex natural environment of Bass Coast, what better overarching focus could there be at Newhaven College, than one which relates to the coastal environment and sustainability. Mr Ric Pearce has been the Head of Year 9 since 2008 and Newhaven students and staff benefit from his 29 years of education experience. Ric has assembled a team of educators with imagination and passion to ignite the minds of their Year 9 charges and to prepare them for the academic rigour of Senior School. His team is not only selected for its ability to deliver the curriculum in stimulating and meaningful ways, but also for its ability to understand the complex issues that influence young people during their journey through adolescence. “The reality is that Year 9 can be a time of dislocation and disengagement for students. It is a period when boundaries are likely to be pushed and the influence of parents and teachers competes with peer group

pressure in guiding the decisions made by young people. There can be a tendency for students to question the relevance of their education and some may have difficulty remaining focused on their studies,” Ric said. “Our Year 9 program at Newhaven has a purpose designed curriculum aimed at catering for the specific educational and pastoral challenges that are faced by 14 to 15 year old students. Everything we do has a place, everything we do has a purpose and everything we do is for a reason. This targeted approach is strongly supported by research as to what works for Year 9 students.” A new Trade Skills Centre is being constructed at Newhaven this year. Facilities will include a food technology centre and specialist workshops that will allow Newhaven to offer VET studies in furnishing and carpentry. Places are currently available in Year 9 for 2015. Please contact Carolyn Lipscomb on 5956 7505 (Option 4) or visit www.newhavencol. vic.edu.au/enrolmentsfor more information.

Pool plans THE public can now comment on draft master plans for the Poowong and Toora pools until May 14. Priorities for the Toora pool include upgrading change facilities, more water play, a new footpath and undercover barbecue area. Upgraded changerooms are also a priority at Poowong, as is additional storage, improved paths, a barbecue area, an enhanced chemical delivery area, more grass and permanent shade alongside the pool. Cr Jeanette Harding called on the communities to make the improvements a reality, as the Toora community had enhanced its heated pool in the past. “I would love to see all the other towns and communities have a heated pool but you have to get off your posteriors and work towards it,” she said. Both pools are structurally sound, a South Gippsland Shire Council report stated. A report to adopt the final master plans is due to be presented at the June 25 council meeting.

Top dollar SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council’s finances are on track according to council’s Finance Performance Report July 2013-February 2014. The report shows council has an operating result of $2.750 million ($1.78 million favourable) and $9.69 million in cash assets – higher than the $7.64 million budgeted for. Capital works expenditure is now $5.723 million, $114,000 behind the year to date budget. “The longer term financial performance indicators show that the Financial Plan, adjusted for budget carry forward and other budget adjustments, is financially sustainable,” a council report stated. Employee costs are expected to be $183,000 less than originally planned by June 30, with the projected budget to be a total of $21.3 million.

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Sleep out, help the homeless Red Shield Appeal and the winter sleep out provide a chance for the Salvo’s to raise money to do the things they need to do. Entry forms for the sleep

HOMELESSNESS is a real issue in South Gippsland. In order to raise awareness and much needed funds, the Salvation Army will again hold a Leongatha winter sleep out in May, as part of the Red Shield Appeal. The students at Leongatha Secondary College will again be involved in the sleep out, and will also look to dominate this year’s Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal school’s challenge. The school has participated in the challenge for two years and for both of those years has come in second. The students will participate in several fundraising efforts including a doorknock, bake sales, the winter sleep in and the winter sleep out. Salvation Army captain Martyn Scrimshaw said since the Leongatha Secondary College has become involved in fundraising for the Red Shield Appeal, the total raised has increased from $13,000 to $26,000. “Over the three the college has been involved in raising money for the Red Shield Appeal, we have doubled our total,” he said. The sleep out is scheduled for Friday, May 30. Participants will need to provide their own warm clothes, sleeping bags and pillows, while cardboard boxes, food and entertainment will be provided. The winter sleep out is in its third year and accord-

Ready to raise: Leongatha Secondary College students Ethan Lavis (left) and Maddie Brew with Salvation Army captain Martyn Scrimshaw getting ready for the Red Shield Appeal. ing Mr Scrimshaw, the event continues to grow. “Anybody from the community can participate in the sleep out, which is held at the Leongatha train station. They just need to raise a minimum of $100,” he said. “People are also welcome to come to the station and provide a donation and enjoy the entertainment. They don’t have to sleep out,” Mr Scrimshaw said. Mr Scrimshaw said all sorts of people get involved in the sleep out, including school students, police officers, business people and Salvation Army officers. “This year we would really like to put a challenge

out there for more business owners, managers and bosses to become involved in the event,” he said. “It would be great if employees made an effort to get together, raise $100 and then nominate their boss to take on the challenge. “At the end of the day, one night of discomfort will help thousands of people.” Mr Scrimshaw said homelessness does exist in South Gippsland and can be caused by a number of different factors. “We come across many people, who for whatever reason have had a breakdown in their accommodation,” he said.

“Whatever the reason, we know of people who have been sleeping in their cars or couch surfing. We might not see people in boxes in the park, but there are homeless people in our region.” Last year, the winter sleep out raised around $5000 for the Red Shield Appeal, which was a record for the event. “The good thing about it is, the money we raise may go into a big bucket, but it does come back to South Gippsland. We draw more funds for our services than we raise,” Mr Scrimshaw said. Mr Scrimshaw said the

out can be found at the Leongatha Police Station, the new Salvation Army building on Long Street, the Salvation Community Shop on Bair Street and from The

Star office. Martyn Scrimshaw can be contacted on 0407 625 122 or at martyn.scrimshaw@aus.salvationarmy. org.

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Continued from page 1. “The Leongatha Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route will remove up to 600 heavy vehicles per day from Leongatha’s CBD. “It will ease congestion in the CDB and improve safety for other motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.

“There will be less damage to roads in Leongatha’s CBD, including fewer potholes, as a direct result of this investment. “It will also provide planning certainty for future development and growth around Leongatha, both residential

and commercial. “Leongatha’s Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route has been a priority project of South Gippsland Shire Council and will be strongly welcomed by the local community.” Leongatha and The Star newspaper has cam-

PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 Wed, 21 May 2.00pm; 7.00pm* (*by noon 20/05) 2.30pm - Bald Hills Wind Farm Update Wed, 28 May 10.00am ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 28 May – 2.00pm CANCELLATION OF SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL Gray St, Leongatha Special Charge Scheme Rate payers are advised that the Special Meeting of Council (scheduled for 7 May 2014 at 11:45am) to transact the Hearing of Submissions for the above proposed Special Charge Scheme has been cancelled (S163A /S223 LGA 1989) as no submissions were received by 5.00pm 2 April 2014. Council will consider the declaration of the proposed Special Charge Scheme at the Ordinary Council Meeting at 2pm 28 May 2014 at Council Chambers, Leongatha. Enquiries 5662 9200. Planning and Environment Act 1987 SOUTH GIPPSLAND PLANNING SCHEME Notice of Approval of Amendment C52 (Part 1) The Minister for Planning has approved Amendment C52 (Part 1) to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme. The Amendment comes into operation on the date this notice is published in the Government Gazette. The Amendment applies a Development Plan Overlay, removes an Environmental Significance Overlay (Sch 5) and rezones to Residential 1 Zone, land east of Sommers Crescent, Korumburra. Notice of Approval of Amendment C71 The Minister for Planning has approved Amendment C71 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme. The Amendment came into operation on 24 April 2014 when the approval notice was published in the Victorian Government Gazette. The Amendment rezones land at the south-east corner of King and Commercial Streets, Korumburra, from Public Use Zone Schedule 7 (Other Public Use) to Commercial 1 Zone. A copy of these Amendments can be inspected at www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/planning/publicinspectionand and at Council, 9 Smith St, Leongatha. NOTICE OF MAKING OF LOCAL LAW On 16 April 2014 Council adopted and made General Local Law 2014 and also adopted the Waste Management Services Procedures 2014 which is incorporated by reference under General Local Law 2014.The purpose and general purport of the proposed local law is to: a) provide a safe and healthy environment in which the residents of the municipal district enjoy a quality of life that meets the general expectations of the community; b) regulate and control activities which may be dangerous or unsafe or detrimental to the quality of life in the environment of the municipal district; c) facilitate the provision of general public services, health and other community services, property services, recreational and cultural services, and other services in a way which enhances the environment and quality of life in the municipal district; d) provide for the peace order and good government of the municipal district; e) provide for the administration of the Council's powers and functions; and f) prescribe penalties for contravention of any provisions of this Local Law. General Local Law 2014 and Waste Management Services Procedures 2014 can be viewed at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au and Council Reception. DRAFT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM STRATEGY A new Economic Development and Tourism Strategy has been prepared to guide Council's desire to build a prosperous community and enhance the experience for our visitors. The Draft Strategy will be available for public exhibition until 5.00pm Wed 23 July 2014 at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au, Council Reception and local libraries. Written submissions addressed to Council will be accepted until 5pm Wed 23 July 2014. Enquiries: Ken Fraser: 5662 9200 or kenf@southgippsland.vic.gov.au RESEALING WORKS South Railway Cres, Korumburra between Bridge and Henry Sts. will be resurfaced on Mon 12 and Tues 13 May and Koala Dr, Koonwarra on Thurs 8 and Fri 9 May, resulting in some traffic flow restrictions. Every effort will be made to allow access, but some delays will be unavoidable.

paigned long and hard for improvements to traffic flow in the town and while the solution isn’t “best case”, the result has the desired effect of removing trucks and other large vehicles from Bair Street, whilst still allowing tourists and other visitors the opportunity to stop and shop in the town CBD. The Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route is to run along Long Street as predicted. Trucks will turn left from Anderson Street into Roughead Street, then right into Long Street before continuing into Koonwarra Road. Vehicles will have the right of way entering into Koonwarra Road with traffic coming from Bair Street having to give way. The route is expected to hasten plans for the redevelopment of Bair Street which would see angled parking replacing parallel parking, providing an increase from the current 69 to 110 car parking spaces. Bair Street can also benefit from improvements in street lighting, landscaping, improved medium strip, as well as other streetscape works. No longer will cattle trucks have to turn into Bair Street, often dumping the ingredients from cattle all over the road pavement.

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Long Street: the design for the South Gippsland Highway heavy vehicle alternate route is along Anderson Street and Long Street. The route incorporates the existing arterial road network and the Long Street section of the alternate route identified within the municipal structure plan for Leongatha. This route meets all aims of the planning study and provides the maximum benefit in terms of cost, time, safety and social outcomes. Another benefit will see the dangerous corner of Church Street and Bair Street improved with the addition of a roundabout. The shopping precinct of Bair Street can be improved and attract more shoppers as well as providing customers with a safer and more user friendly street in Leongatha’s CBD. Mr Ryan said the Heavy Vehicle Alternative Route would take around 18 months to complete, including detailed design, project tender and

Minister Warren Truss has been a significant backer of this project and its funding. I reiterated the Leongatha community’s need for the Heavy Vehicle Alternate Route in Canberra, on Monday, February 24 – amongst a host of other projects. “I’m happy to say people are listening. Rural electorates deserve and should always strive for as much spending as provided to urban and city areas. I must also commend the commitment of Deputy Premier Peter Ryan.”

Phone cut fix for Phillip Island PHILLIP Island phone cuts caused chaos for hundreds of local customers who had their phones and internet cut on Friday night after several telecommunications companies went into administration that caused major booking problems for accommodation venues and caravan parks. Along with 800 of Phillip Island’s Waterfront Computer customers disconnected, some 60,000 services nationwide have been affected. Talking to The Star on Monday morning Waterfront Computer owner Steve Murphy said he can understand the frustration of his customers but he wants to assure people he has been working around

the clock for the last 48 hours trying to find a solution. Moving from “disaster mode” on Saturday morning Mr Murphy said he is hopeful he will have customers up and running “if not Monday hopefully Tuesday.” Mr Murphy said, “The pin was pulled on us without warning at 3.30pm on Friday with all services disconnected and since then I have been trying to transfer those affected to another carrier, AAPT. “We are in the process of moving all our clients to AAPT , this is a tier one provider so it is just one below Telstra and it has been very good and doing all it can to assist. “It has been really bad for us and our customers and we are really trying to do all we can to get our customers back on line and

connected,” he said. “It really has nothing to do with us but we have to fix this for our customers and really need to try to do our best to retain our local customers. “We are a family run business and thankfully people have been very understanding.” Mr Murphy has assisted local caravan park operators with temporary mobile connections to get them up and running. “We are limping through at this stage but we want to let locals know we are doing all we can to fix this problem and we do have a solution. In The Age on Saturday it was reported three telecommunications companies had gone into administration including AsiaPac Communications, iBoss International and OneTelecom.

POLICE BRIEFS Missing person located deceased

TENDER Council is seeking submissions from qualified companies / applicants for this Tender: SGC15/08 MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF SELECTED AQUATIC VENUES IN SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE. Documentation is available from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or 03 5662 9254. Tenders close 2pm AEST on 27 May 2014.

A MELBOURNE man’s body was located in the water at a Cowes beach at 8.50am on April 28. The 42 year old was staying in Silverleaves on Phillip Island. At about 3pm on April 27 he indicated he was going to collect cuttlefish and left the premises. Police were notified after he had been missing for around two hours. A search of the beach and foreshore was conducted after dark by police air wing units using infra-red cameras. An extensive land, air and marine search was mounted overnight, which was coordinated by the Rescue Coordination Centre. The man’s body was located the following morning. A full investigation for the Coroner is being conducted by Cowes Police.

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Kitchen up in flames

COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Weather permitting Road Maintenance: Poowong East / Nyora / Loch / Hallston / Mirboo Nth / Leongatha Nth / Leongatha Sth / Leongatha / Welshpool / Hedley / Binginwarri/ Foster / Boolarong /Korumburra/ Korumburra Sth/Outtrim Landslip Repairs: Milford Rd, Milford Road Rehabilitation: Wild Dog Valley Road, Wild Dog Asphalt Resealing: Korumburra / Koonwarra / Waratah Bay Resealing: Foster Nth / Fairbank Footpath Renewal: Queen Street, Korumburra

construction. Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent said the commitment of the local community had been instrumental in ensuring the success of the project funding. “I’m happy the federal and state governments have come together to fund this $5.12 million project. It’s been a long time coming and the Leongatha community will greatly benefit from it,” Mr Broadbent said. “From a federal perspective, Deputy Prime

A FIRE ignited in an Inverloch

kitchen on Friday. The flame did not appear suspicious and looked to have been started at a power point in the ceiling. Damage was caused to the roof trusses, ceiling and kitchen area. No one was home when the fire started. Three Tarwin Lower CFA units attended and the damage was contained to the kitchen. The home owner’s wife was treated at the scene by ambulance for shock. No injuries were sustained by any party. CFA fire investigators reported there was no suspicious circumstances.

Alleged assault TWO women and a group of children were allegedly assaulted in Korumburra recently. The alleged assault occurred in Commercial road after a verbal argument. No injuries were caused. A 48 year old Korumburra man is as-

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Locks removed

A WHITE 1990 Ford ute was stolen from an unsecured yard in Wonthaggi between Friday and Saturday. The door locks were drilled out by the offenders and the vehicle was removed from Fullers Road. It has not yet been found. The ute is valued at $15,000. Wonthaggi Police are investigating and are seeking public assistance.

Guns gone

AN under/over 12 gauge shotgun and .410 shotgun was stolen from a home in Cowes on recently. Thieves entered the house while the owner was away and stole the guns, an amount of US currency and distinctive musical not shaped cufflinks. The items stolen were valued at $500. Cowes Police are investigating and would appreciate any information in relation to the crime.

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THE Leongatha RSL will host a Biggest Morning Tea from 10am on May 22 with guest speakers and heaps of raffles all donated by local businesses. Come along and support this annual event.

Broaden our collective understanding Help de-stigmatize mental illness Create awareness in the community of mental health services and support groups Provide an opportunity for open discussion GUEST SPEAKERS Paul Smith Deputy Secretary, Mental Health, Well Being and Ageing in the Department of Health. As well as mental health and alcohol and drugs, he has a strong background in community development, housing and homelessness , and has worked in the public and community sectors in Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, far North Queensland and the UK.

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Musical mayhem WONTHAGGI, Inverloch and Phillip Island libraries will be filled with the sounds of music throughout the month of May with a new Musical Mayhem Stories program set to launch. The sessions, aimed at pre-schoolers, will run for the whole month and will mix songs, sounds, actions and words, designed to engage young children in language. The sessions will be presented by Wonthaggi Library staff member and storyteller Jon Dixon, accompanied by his harmonica, concertina and possibly his ukulele, if he can learn how to play it by then. “Stories are more than just the books they are written in - they are the words, sounds and actions that go with them, and they are about sharing an adventure with a group of other people,” he said. Children are being encouraged to bring their own musical toys and instru-

ments along to join in at the sessions. “It doesn’t matter how well you can play it - drums, whistles or even a pot and pan will help drown out my mistakes!” Jon said. Geraldine Archibald, early years coordinator, said the sessions would complement the libraries’ existing array of early years programs, and will help break down stereotypes about libraries being quiet places. “Libraries have changed quite a bit since the days when you might expect to be given a stern ‘shh’ if you made any noise,” she said. “These days our libraries are dynamic community hubs, with nooks to study, as well as programs that encourage people of all ages to talk, sing, make noise and enjoy themselves.” Musical Mayhem Stories will run throughout May at 11am at: Wonthaggi Library every Monday, Phillip Island Library every Friday, and Inverloch Library every Thursday. No bookings required.

Future leaders: enjoying the recent leadership conference were Zali Anderson of Inverloch-Kongwak Primary School, Wilhelm Layton of Wils Seeds, Monique Koolen of Toora Primary School and Emma Barns of Fish Creek Primary School.

Leaders learn ropes THE Korumburra Showgrounds hosted the inaugural South Gippsland Primary School Leadership Conference recently. The conference is a partnership between the South Gippsland Primary School Assistant Principals and South Gippsland Bass Coast Local Learning and Employment Network to develop leadership skills

in future leaders. More than 90 students from 18 primary schools attended to learn about leadership. Skye Radcliffe-Scott, environment officer at South Gippsland Shire Council, spoke to students about sustainability and as leaders the difference students can make in their own schools in talking about sustainability. Skye introduced Wilhelm Layton,

a seven year old from Korumburra she met at the recent Southern Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Korumburra. Wilhelm from Wils Seeds told students about the business he started two years ago collecting and selling organic vegetable seeds on line and at local markets. The event was supported by both South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils and Coles Supermarket Wonthaggi.

Rotary backs bid to end polio ROTARY clubs around the world continue the organisation’s mission to rid the world of the crippling childhood disease polio. The Rotary club of Korumburra has raised significant funds in recent years from its art show in February and auction in October, and donated $2000 per year to this program. This year, the Rotary Club of Korumburra was a caterer at the Hills Are Alive festival on New Year’s Eve at Krowera. A portion of the funds raised was donated to the program to eradicate polio worldwide. With the assistance of Rotary International, a succession of significant developments have brought the world closer to eradicating only the second human disease in history. In January, India, once considered the global epicentre of the disease, celebrated a major accomplishment in global health. After three years with no new cases of wild poliovirus, the country is now considered polio-free, setting the scene for the entire WHO-designated Southeast Asia Region (SEA-

RO) to be declared polio-free. The SEARO region includes: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Timor-Leste. In 1988, Rotary helped launch the Global Polio Eradication Initiative with the WHO, UNICEF, and the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. Since then, Rotary club members worldwide have contributed more than $1.2 billion and countless volunteer hours to the polio eradication effort. Thanks to a new fundraising campaign, End Polio Now: Make History Today, recently launched by Rotary and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Gates Foundation will match two for one every new dollar Rotary commits to polio eradication up to US$35 million per year through to 2018. Overall, the annual number of new polio cases has plummeted by more than 99 percent since the 1980s, when polio infected about 350,000 children a year. Only 223 new cases were record-

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In character: Jon Dixon will present the Musical Mayhem story telling sessions.

Health chief to leave BASS Coast Regional Health Board CEO Lea Pope will not renew her contract when it expires on September 9. Board chair Jeff Bennett said staff have been previously advised of the news. Ms Pope started with Bass Coast Regional Health in September 2007 and has enjoyed the challenging role over the last six and a half years. She said working with such a dedicated group of staff and board members who are always striving to improve health services had been a key motivation for her, as well as the rewards of working in

a community. As the integration of the two existing health services in Bass Coast is underway, the board believes there is ample time for a new CEO to make a smooth transition into the new organisation. Ms Pope has not set a finishing date as she has indicated that she will continue her role to accommodate the transition to the new CEO. The board has now commenced a process to recruit a new CEO and has invited the current Bass Coast Community Health Board to be involved in the recruitment process.

A toast to our health BASS Coast Regional Health Staff celebrated the organisation’s achievements with accreditation at a lunch on April 16. “We are subject to numerous accreditation programs for our various services,” Lea Pope, health service CEO said. “In December we were accredited against the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, meeting all mandatory requirements and a very high proportion of the non-mandatory developmental areas. “At the same time our community services received accreditation under the Community Care Common Standards and

Family Services and sexual assault services met the Department of Human Services standards. In February our family day care service underwent an accreditation survey and all requirements were met in that service as well.” The three aged care facilities are fully accredited under the aged care standards. “Being assessed successfully against these external standards can give the community confidence of the safety, quality and appropriateness of the services we provide,” Ms Pope said. “Our staff members are to be congratulated for their continued efforts and commitment to providing high quality services for our community.”

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VICTORIANS caught behind the wheel with a cocktail of alcohol and illicit drugs in their systems face hefty fines and other penalties, with legislation creating a new offence for combined drink-drug driving about to be introduced into Parliament. Announcing the penalties for the new offence at the inaugural Towards Zero road safety symposium, Minister for Roads Terry Mulder said tackling the menace of drink and drug driving was a key priority in the Victorian Coalition Government’s Road Safety Action Plan. “Research shows drivers or riders with both alcohol and illicit drugs in their system are, on average, 23 times more likely to be killed in a crash than those without,” Mr Mulder said. “They’re also more likely to cause their crash than people with just alcohol in their system.” Mr Mulder said that Victorians caught driving with alcohol and illicit drugs in their system will face a minimum 12 month licence cancellation, court fines up to $4,330 for a first offence and the immediate impoundment of their vehicles. For repeat offenders, the maximum fines will range between $12,992 and $38,977, depending on BAC level and number of previous offences. Mr Mulder said the tough new penalties will be introduced into Parliament this month and come into effect from mid-2015, making Victoria one of few jurisdictions in the world to create a separate offence for this high risk activity. “We make no apologies for taking tougher action in relation to these drug and alcohol affected drivers because of the increased danger they pose to our community,” Mr Mulder said.

Drivers caught with a combination of alcohol and illicit drugs in their system face the following penalties, which will come into effect from mid-2015:

Fines First offence – maximum fine of 30 penalty units/$4,330* Repeat offenders – maximum fines ranging from $12,992 to $38,977 (Maximum fines for the combined offence will be 50 per cent higher than the maximum for drink driving alone and at least 50 per cent higher than the maximum for drug-driving alone)

Licence suspension/ disqualification from driving All offenders will have their licence cancelled for a minimum of 12 months Longer minimum disqualification periods apply for offences involving higher blood/breath alcohol concentration (BAC) levels or for repeat offenders

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Out and about: police presence was high in South Gippsland over Easter and since, with tougher new penalities to hit in mid-2015. “As there is no combined offence currently, offenders are generally only charged with, or convicted of, either a drink driving or a drug-driving offence, but not both. We’ve set the maximum fines for this new combined offence at 50 per cent higher than the maximum fines for drink driving. The new offence will apply to drivers/riders with alcohol (at illegal levels) and one or more of three prescribed illicit drugs in their systems (ie speed, ecstasy or cannabis) as detected through current enforcement methods including breath, saliva and

blood tests. Mr Mulder said the Coalition Government was also introducing legislation so that first drink drive offenders with BAC levels of 0.10 or more may have their vehicles immediately impounded by police for 30 days. Currently, immediate impoundment laws for drink driving offences only apply to repeat drink drivers with BACs of 0.10 or more. “Not only will high range drink drivers face losing their licences immediately, they’ll also face immediate loss of their vehicles through impound-

ment or immobilisation and tougher financial penalties,” Mr Mulder said. “The Coalition Government promised aggressive and effective new measures to penalise people who recklessly flout our road rules, potentially killing innocent people on our roads, and we are well and truly delivering. “If you are stupid enough to drink and take drugs and then get behind the wheel, you will pay in more ways than one. This is about cracking down to stop people doing stupid things that could kill or really hurt someone else.”

All drivers caught with a BAC of 0.10 or more face the possibility of having their vehicle immediately impounded or immobilised by Police for a period of 30 days, including first time offenders – second offenders may also have their vehicle immediately impounded or immobilised for 30 days, plus additional time applied by the Courts.

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Rail trail progress positive THE rail trail expansion from Toora to Welshpool is on track to be completed ahead of schedule. The project was estimated to be completed by August 2015 but an earlier finish is looking promising. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be done before winter but the progress towards Welshpool is positive,â&#x20AC;? South Gippsland Shire Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community strengthening manager Ned Dennis said. The trail from Toora to Welshpool is around 17 kilometres long. The rail trail from Leongatha to Welshpool will be about 70 kilometres once it is completed. The first stage of the expansion in Toora is finished and well used. Work is now being done to dismantle and replace bridges along the rail

trail towards Welshpool and vegetation will be moved to put in gravel. Construction is in progress from Toora to Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach Road. Work is three quarters of the way completed in this section. The next section will be from Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach Road to Welshpool. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We plan to work on putting in trees and mulch once winter comes around,â&#x20AC;? Allanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contracting owner Mike Allan said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are replacing the small bridges and box culverts at the moment. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve maintained a really good relationship with the farmers who let us work on their property during this time.â&#x20AC;? The weather has been in favour of construction and the section will take another couple of weeks to complete. The management com-

mittee appointed by the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) is looking for volunteers to help maintain the track condition. There has been a good level of response from new members and an annual general meeting will be held in May.

Mr Dennis says the work of volunteers is critical to preserving the rail trail. Council is working in conjunction with the committee to establish a marketing campaign. A survey was released to the public several weeks ago to identify the rail trailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s use. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a really good

response,â&#x20AC;? Mr Dennis said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve received current information and soon we will meet with those who are directly impacted by the rail trail. We have a very strong level of engagement.â&#x20AC;? Council is also actively seeking funds to fix the rail trail from Koonwarra to Minns Road.

In progress: owner of Allanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contracting Mike Allan is working on a section of the rail trail expansion from Toora to Welshpool.

Widely used: Toora joggers, walkers and cyclists have put the rail trail to good use, including Tooraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hayden Miles and Brandon Lawrence who enjoyed riding on the track last week.

Tasty treat for Toora By Tayla Kershaw TOORA Primary School was thrilled to accept a cheque from ViPlus Dairy recently. The cheque for $2500 will be used to upgrade the kitchen in the multipurpose room. This will bring the school canteen up to standard. Work has begun to put this plan into action and will be up and running soon. This term, the students welcomed

Sharon Mitchell as acting principal. Ms Mitchell will be filling the post while principal Barb Purvis is on leave. Ms Mitchell is from Poowong Consolidated School. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m excited to get to know the community,â&#x20AC;? Ms Mitchell said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has a great reputation and this is a lovely close knit school.â&#x20AC;? Ms Mitchell is originally from Foster and is happy to be back for term two. Recently, the five Grade 6 students attended the Grip Student Leaders

Conference. The session taught them how to become a good leader and will be working on a project in term two under the guidance of welfare coordinator Sarah Jansen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The leadership course is designed to help them become stronger,â&#x20AC;? Ms Jansen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It taught them you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be perfect to be a leader.â&#x20AC;? The students said they are all willing to step up this year and the conference showed them how to go about it.

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Celebrating...

Neighbourhood Centres Week AND

Volunteers Week

May 12-18, 2014

Volunteer for veterans THE Leongatha RSL Sub Branch is always looking for new members and volunteers to help with home and hospital visits, selling Anzac badges and Remembrance poppies and in other ways. Manager Anne Davies said new members are always encouraged, especially those who are willing to donate their time, whether for selling or helping out in other ways.

Helping hands: Leongatha RSL Sub Branch president Peter Carruthers (left), former president Frank Rooney and secretary Noel Laing encourage others to volunteer with the RSL.

“Anybody interested in helping at the RSL just needs to drop into the sub branch and we will point them in the right direction,” she said. “Our main role is to give assistance to veterans.” The Leongatha RSL Sub Branch also works with the Leongatha and District Veterans and Dependants Welfare Centre. The welfare centre also relies on volunteers to run, which chairman Ros Bryan said has around 1600 files to look after. “We would love some more volunteers; we have a big area to cover. We look after veterans of all shapes, sizes and wars,” she said. “The Leongatha sub branch has recently provided us with a new freezer, which will take the pre packaged commercially prepared food that we dis-

tribute to veterans and their families. “We are very grateful to the Leongatha RSL Sub Branch.” The welfare centre provides whatever it can to help veterans and their families. “Veterans from Afghanistan are coming back traumatised so we are here for them, which is important. It is important the families know we are here as well,” Ms Bryan said. “We would like to see more Afghanistan veterans if they need help. We are here for them and we are ready to help.” Ms Bryan said the centre is happy to welcome new volunteers, and they are always on the lookout for gophers as well. “We have a big area to cover and we would love more volunteers,” shep b said.

Neighbourhood House Week and Volunteers Week in Korumburra THIS week Milpara Community House in Korumburra will be celebrating Neighbourhood House Week and National Volunteers Week with an afternoon tea on Tuesday, May 13 to say thank you to our army of volunteers for their valuable contributions to Milpara and thus the wider community. At Milpara our fantastic volunteers form our committee of management; help out in the office; tutor classes; run activities, cook for our food bank; and keep our garden tidy. If you would like to share your skills at Milpara, please contact Sandra Webster the Co-ordinator on 5655 2524 or call in to 21 Shellcott’s Road, Korumburra. We will be ending our week of celebration with a fundraising event for Milpara’s community support programs on Saturday May 17 to be held at the Korumburra Community Meeting Rooms from 7pm. This event is titled “A Fine Affair” and will feature live music, laughter, wine, canapés, displays of

students’ art and creative writing projects, men’s shed woodwork items as well as displays and samples from local producers of fine foods and wine. If you would like to join us for a very special night and raise much needs funds, please contact Milpara as bookings are essential. Neighbourhood houses or community houses as they are known in country areas are a place to meet new people, obtain information and learn new skills. At Milpara we hold a Newcomer’s Luncheon four times per year to welcome people new to the Korumburra area and give them information about what is available locally. The next Newcomer’s Luncheon will be held on Tuesday June 12 at 12.30pm. Korumburra Playgroup is also a great place to meet new people if you have pre-school children. Korumburra Playgroup meets at Milpara Community House every Friday morning during school terms at 10am. Parents, grandparents and carers are welcome to join in the fun and games with their children. Enrolling in an adult education class to learn a new skill is also a way to meet new people. Our

term program has a wide variety of courses on offer. You can improve your reading and writing with an adult literacy class or an English for migrants class. For people interested in computers we have a range of beginner’s classes - Computer Basics, Windows 8 and Get to Know Your iPad through to the more advanced classes like QuickBooks, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Creek Community Park. The men meet on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 9.30am. Jenny Smith runs a special yoga session for pain relief and stress on Thursdays from 10.30am and Jenny Vidler runs a beginner’s Tai Chi class on

Tuesday mornings from 10.30am. At Milpara we have a range of information on community resources and a Centrelink agency. A range of community support services can also be accessed at Milpara from the emergency food bank, employment and

counselling services. Our next community information session is End of Life Planning presented by the Gippsland Community Legal Service on Wednesday May 28 at 3pm. This session will discuss wills, power of attorney and what happens

to our information when we die. For further information on any of the activities held at Milpara Community House visit us during Neighbourhood House Week or contact us on 5655 2524, email milpara@dcsi.net.au.

If you require skills for work, Milpara offers first aid training, food safety training, responsible service of alcohol and construction induction (mandatory for entry to building sites). If art and craft is more your passion there is a basic sewing skills course, gift card making, candle making, beading and painting and drawing. For the Blokes is a social group, held every Friday morning at 10am where the blokes meet to discuss “secret men’s business”. If you are interested in joining, just come along. The Milpara Men’s shed runs a woodwork based program located at the Old Joinery Building at Coal

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Cooking for Kids class: facilitator Sindy Van Eede, Mary Skirving and her son William and daughter Abigail help mix the vegetable muffins at last week’s class.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL Coal Creek Community Park and Museum South Gippsland Highway Korumburra Phone: 5655 1811 Website: www.coalcreekvillage.com.au

Thank you all, we are indebted.

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Celebrating...

Neighbourhood Centres Week AND

Volunteers provide valuable service COAL Creek Community Park and Museum would like to thank their committed volunteers who give their time to see the park’s success.

Sharing unique skills DO you have a skill that you think someone else might be interested in learning? Do you think that you could pass that skill on to others? Then there are Community Houses in South Gippsland that would like to hear from you! The four Community Houses and Learning Centres in South Gippsland are working together to search for new tutors and volunteers. Are you an expert in wood-turning? Do you beaver away at quilting? Are you a whiz at leadlighting? Whatever your skills might be, there are many people who would like to learn that skill – and Community Houses are great for sharing those skills! Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres were established in Victoria in the early 1970s and they are still going strong! Today there are over 400 Community Houses across Victoria and nearly 147,000 people

visit community Houses each week! All four houses and centres in South Gippsland have new term brochures and newsletters out this month, full of activities for everyone. Cate Garrett is Coordinator at the Leongatha Community House. “We have a great range of activities – but we are always looking for new ideas”, she says. “We would love to hear from the community – with new skills, new thoughts, quirky possibilities – come and talk to us!” For further information, contact the Community Houses near you and have a chat! Neighbourhood House Week is being celebrated from May 12-18. South Gippsland Community Houses are: Foster & District Community House & Learning Centres (5682 1101), Milpara (Korumburra) Community House (5655 2524), Leongatha Community House (5662 3962) and Venus Bay Community Centre (56637499).

Years of service: Liz Leigh has been an appreciated volunteer for many years and has always actively gotten children involved in the history of the General Store. munity Park and Museum is a wonderful place to volunteer, meet people and keep

Surprise, surprise: people never know what goodies they will find at the Venus Bay Community Centre’s op shop said volunteers, from left, Maria Kostakos, Annette Pribanic and Kathleen Wilmann.

Op shop delights BARGAINS aplenty were found at the Venus Bay Community Centre’s op shop during the recent Easter break. That is just as well, as the op shop keeps the centre open. Centre manager Alyson Skinner said the shop has been running for about five years. “It raises about $20,000 a year, without which we could not open the doors,” she said. The centre receives a small amount of funding from the State Government to pay for Ms Skinner’s role, and the remaining funds come from donations, grants and volunteer efforts. “If people come in for the op shop, they might also find out there is a cook and book group here and some people have joined the Community Emergency Response Team by just coming in to the op shop,” she said. “It’s an easy way to get people involved in the community.”

active. There are lots of opportunities to get involved at Coal Creek as a volunteer with many events held per year, the chance to meet the visitors and the ability to work behind the scenes. For more information on volunteering and how you can help, please call 03 5655 1811 As Coal Creek is open to the public five days a week, and seven days over the school holidays, your contribution would be most welcome and appreciated. It is through the collective efforts of the many volunteers that Coal Creek is able to provide an interesting and informative experience for the visitors. A large number of volunteers contribute to the running of Coal Creek across all areas and in a wide range of roles. Volunteers assist with reception at the front counter of the main entrance, events, retail, building maintenance, grounds maintenance and conducting activities and demonstrations for school visitors It is an excellent opportunity to share your skills and knowledge, learn new things, make new friends, strengthen your CV and be part of a friendly team. Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community. It can also be a chance to learn new skills,

gain experience or share your knowledge about the South Gippsland Region. If you want to help share your passion and knowledge of the Prom Country Region why not get involved with Prom Country Visitor Information Centres? With locations in Foster and Korumburra both centres are actively involved in the promotion of visitor attractions, accommodation and retail establishments in South Gippsland and across the Gippsland region. Vistor Information Centre team members enhance visitors’ experience by providing information on the region’s features. Volunteers and staff also work closely with tourism bodies such as Prom Country Regional Tourism, Destination Gippsland and the Leongatha Community and Visitor Information Centre. Services are provided for meeting and greeting visitors, helping with visitor enquiries and providing advice including booking accommodation, liaising with Tourism Operators, sales of merchandise, online booking system, providing an extensive array of local, regional and interstate brochures and updating a monthly events calendar. If you are interested in volunteering or would like both information, please call 1800 630 704.

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canapés, live music, displays of student work and samples from local producers of fine food and wine. Bookings essential.

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Not only do they give their time each week to welcome visitors and school children, and also assist throughout the park in all areas of operations, the service they provide to visitors to the park is an invaluable contribution to Korumburra and the surround area. Coal Creek would love to hear from anyone who is interested in becoming a valuable volunteer. The Coal Creek Com-

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Uncertainty fails to deter Medicare Local MEDIA speculation about the future of Medicare Locals will not distract Gippsland Medicare Local (GML) from getting on with the job of integrating and coordinating primary health care across Gippsland. The Federal Government is committed to ensuring that funding is going to front line services and programs, and is currently considering a recently completed review of Medicare Locals. The findings of that review are due to be released with the May federal budget. GML board chair Dr Nola Maxfield said the need to focus on better primary health care integration and coordination was evident from a recent Productivity Commission report that looked at avoidable hospitalisations in 2012-13. “There were over two million attendances at emergency departments that might otherwise be better seen at the local level by general practitioners. It’s a cost on our health care system that can be avoided,” the Wonthaggi GP said. GML CEO Peter Quigley has said he is

JHETT David Abernethy was born on March 29 at South Gippsland Hospital, Foster to Dave and Paula of Meeniyan. Jhett is a little brother for Ella, 13, Jaime, 9, Dayne, 9, and Bodhi, 7.

not concerned about the media conjecture. “Speculation is normal following a review process, and it is appropriate that all government funded services and programs are subject to review from time to time to ensure they are efficient and effective,” he said. “I can only really comment on what we do know, and that is Medicare Locals are an important investment in primary health care. “If we look to examples of international health systems, evidence suggests investment in organised primary healthcare, such as Medicare Locals, is a worthwhile investment that provides a high return for the community.” Mr Quigley said that in the short time GML has been established, it has made inroads into establishing better primary healthcare in Gippsland through programs such as Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS), Partners in Recovery, Closing the Gap and After Hours GP services, to name a few. GML is part of a national network of Medicare Locals set up by the Australian Government in 2011 to coordinate primary health care delivery, connect health to meet local needs and fill identified service delivery gaps in Gippsland’s health system.

Mentally ill need your help AS ALLUDED to last week, the Country Women’s Association is more than just crafts and scones. Social issues are important and hence one of the Victorian CWA’s themes for 2014 is Suicide – raising awareness in the community. The Leongatha Twilight Branch of the CWA sees this as a really important issue, hence its Community Mental Health Forum this Wednesday (tomorrow). In exploring the issue, the branch noted the work of Melbourne University’s Dr Nicola Reavley, who in writing on strengthening community understanding of mental health, noted that people with mental illness are among the most disadvantaged in society, and many experience social and economic hardship as a direct result of their illness. She noted that those with a mental illness must cope with the symptoms of their illnesses and also with the limitations of community understanding of mental illness, that is, the erroneous beliefs, stereotypes and prejudice that result from misconceptions about mental illness. For Dr Reavley, these stigmatising attitudes are often nominated as a central concern for people with mental illness. The Leongatha Twilight Branch also found there is evidence that poor community understanding of mental illness also contributes to social isolation and limits access to employment, stable housing and legal services. But on a positive note they also found there is sufficient evidence to suggest that

whole-of-community campaigns improve mental health literacy and may also lead to increases in professional help seeking. Hence the forum. Key speakers will be Paul Smith, deputy secretary mental health, wellbeing and ageing in the Victorian Department of Health and Dr Mark Oakley Browne, Victoria’s chief psychiatrist. Mr Smith has a background in mental health, alcohol and drugs, as well as a strong background in community development, housing and homelessness and has worked in the public and community sectors in Victoria, South Australia, New South Wales, Far North Queensland and the United Kingdom. Dr Oakley Brown was previously clinical director of statewide and mental health services in Tasmania and a deputy chief psychiatrist in Victoria. He has also held various academic positions at Monash University and was clinical director for Latrobe Regional Hospital Mental Health Services. But the forum is not just about the key note speakers – the Leongatha Twilight Branch have worked with Mr Smith and Dr Oakley Brown to ensure that there is ample time for community discussion as for both of them learning from the community is equally important. The Community Mental Health Forum will in the Uniting Church Hall, 16 Peart Street, Leongatha on Wednesday, May 7, 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For more information email cwa.leongathatwilight@yahoo. com.au.

Greater opportunity for Newhaven NEWHAVEN College is seeking approval for a building extension. The proposed plan is to expand the college at the Five-ways site to include a new trade training centre, administration and learning centre, and an additional car parking area. According to the application, the new buildings will improve the quality of learning for Newhaven College students through increasing the diversity of teaching facilities available. The cost of development is expected to exceed $3 million. “I believe this is a good motion and we must put ourselves in a strong position in education for future generations,” Cr Bradley Drew said. The Bass Coast Shire Council has expressed the need for a turning lane if plans are to go ahead. The school is located on a major tourist road in Rhyll and congestion is an issue. “This is a major road to Cowes,” Cr Phil Wright said. “I believe the road problem continues to increase. I don’t see it as responsible for

council to allow further development. We must fix the road first.” Cr Wright believes the Newhaven College is an excellent facility but it is in the wrong position. “There are too many unknowns on the Main Road at the moment,” he said. Cr Drew says the benefits of the expansion outweigh the traffic issues and although there isn’t a short term fix for the roads, there is a fix in the future. “We want to give the younger generation the best opportunity we can and the opportunities will be enhanced in this environment,” Cr Drew said. “We may have future mayors and councillors come out of the generation who reached their full potential because of the facility.” The site is also located near Phillip Island’s Koala Conservation. The application states there is no intention to remove surrounding plant life. “I think this would be a great asset to the Island as long as they comply with environmental development designs,” Cr Clare Le Serve said.

KAI Luca O’Donnell was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on February 20 to Mahlee and Christopher O’Donnell of Inverloch.

EVELYN Isabel Kylie Nation was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on March 27 to Lauren Nation and Shane Watt of Wonthaggi. Evelyn is pictured with her parents and proud big brother Flynn, 2.

MYAH Julie Hunt was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 17 to Cassie Carter and Jovel Hunt of Wonthaggi. Myah is a baby sister for Kayla, 4, and Masen, 2.

CARINA Saengsawang was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 17 to Yi-Shu Wu and Phairat Saengsawang of Wonthaggi. Carina is a baby sister for Nadech, 2.

JAHVA Tyson Cameron was born at Leongatha Memorial Hospital on April 15 to Melissa and Scott Cameron of Leongatha. Jahva is a little brother for Jemason, 6 and Noah, 3.

MARLEY Jonathan Jacques was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 4 to Melinda Sharples and Stephen Jacques of Woodleigh.

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THE GREAT SOUTHERN STAR

Wedding Expo

SUNDAY MAY 18, 2014

FREE ENTRY Leongatha Memorial Hall 10am - 3pm A complimentary glass of ‘bubbles’ on arrival!

FASHION PARADE 2PM

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Island Marquees: beautiful wedding and reception venues that can pop up anywhere you desire.

Marquees with style THE Marks family has owned Island Marquees for around nine years and has weddings down pat. They can provide or refer bridal couples to any service needed so their special day goes smoothly. “Over the season we do three or four weddings in a weekend,” said David Marks, who runs Island Marquees with his wife Claire. He said the wedding season usually starts in September/October and runs through until Easter. “We can provide any marquee that’s required,” he said. “The ones we have are clear span with alumin-

ium frames. “We set them up, decorate them and provide generated power if they’re in a remote setting.” The marquees have their own floors. David said the wedding ones are white but he can offer custom coloured if that is what the customer wants. There are silk linings for the marquees and audio visual is part of the package. Indoor and outdoor lighting are another option. Island Marquees can also provide chairs, tables and linen, priced to any budget. These can be hired from Island Marquees too, if your wedding

Owner Kate Adkins has been putting the wow factor into weddings all round the country with her unique styling reflecting the individual needs of the couples planning their big day. To ensure your day is just perfect, Kate works closely with the couple creating a concept design, discussing the perfect venue and superb caterers. Some couples are very hands on and know exactly what they want, and Kate is happy to work in but she also has some great ideas and can handle your whole wedding planning from the invitations, venue and catering, to cars and cake. Whether it is an intimate wedding or grand affair, Kate will ensure yours will be one to remember. This isn’t just a job for Kate; wedding and event planning is a passion and her

vast experience and knowledge of this industry has allowed her to facilitate successful events both in the corporate and private sector. Planning and styling weddings is Kate’s speciality and she prides herself on her attention to detail so couples can be assured everything will be perfect on the day. Engaging the professional services of Events by Kate will ensure the wow factor for your wedding as many satisfied newlyweds attest. A proud mother of three, Kate’s business is based in Leongatha where she lives with her husband Michael. Together they travel widely around Gippsland, Melbourne, the Yarra Valley and interstate planning weddings, conferences, fashion parades and event. You will catch Kate at The Star’s Wedding Expo on Sunday, May 18 where she will again act as compere for this prestigious event at Leongatha’s Memorial Hall.

is in a community hall. David said he and Claire have dealt with so many weddings they have contacts for anything from celebrants and caterers to cake makers. “We deal with quite a lot of local companies regularly and we can either arrange or point people in the right direction of everything but the wedding dress and the groom!” Island Marquees has a sister business on the Mornington Peninsula and caters for weddings in the area from Melbourne to Lakes Entrance. Visit Island Marquees at the Star’s Wedding Expo on Sunday, May 18.

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Top show: people travelled from all parts of Gippsland and Melbourne to attend the Star’s wedding expo last year including bride to be Lauren Ortel and friend Rebecca Morland who chatted with expo compere Kate Adkins, owner of Events By Kate.

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you like – the more your invitation stands out, the more excited your guests will be. A professional stationer or printer can offer literally hundreds of typefaces or fonts! Be aware, that some type fonts may look great but may be hard to read so it’s essential to strike a balance between beauty and legibility. If you don’t find a design you love from the countless readymade or pre-cut designs available, you can always design your own. Professional stationers and designers will be only too happy to help you transform any design ideas into reality. Don’t spoil a lovely wedding invitation with an unattractive envelope! When ordering wedding invitations, ask to see a sample of the envelopes to check that they match in colour and quality and are a snug fit for your invitations. If you have an irregular shaped or sized invitation you will need to have envelopes custom-made. Etiquette dictates that envelopes should be addressed with the receiver’s title (e.g Mr Smith). Where you are unsure of a woman’s title, ‘Ms’ is always a safe bet. Also be sure to print your return address on the back of the envelope so you’ll know if any invitations don’t reach their destination. For wedding stationery advice, visit The Great Southern Star Wedding Expo in Leongatha on Sunday, May 18.

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Weddings still all the rage THE Great Southern Star is marking its 14th wedding expo with a huge exhibition at Leongatha Memorial Hall on Sunday, May 18 from 10am until 3pm. This year Kate Adkins from Events By Kate has been granted the enormous task of decorating the hall and it will be well worth the visit just to see the results. Kate said she had big plans for the hall and it sure to “wow” those present. Kate is also this year’s wedding expo compere and has already organised a number of weddings and will be ready to chat to all stallholders at the expo. Couples can walk into the hall, register in the foyer, enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbles or juice and plan, organise and book their entire wedding and honeymoon, all in the one day. The hall will be filled to capacity with a variety of stallholders including: photographers, formal hire, ladies wear, honeymoon destinations, stationery, venues, marquee hire, florists, decorators, cakes and much more.

A fashion parade at 2pm will feature formal hire from Panther’s Mensland Leongatha and beautiful wedding reception dresses from Influence on Dusk from Leongatha and Haze Boutique from Inverloch. Stallholders prizes can be won on the day, so engaged couples are welcome to enter for these as they arrive. Expo coordinator Joy Morgan said “We have the hall fully booked again so we are hoping for a big turn up. “We have people come from as far away as Latrobe Valley, Yarram, Cranbourne, Sale and Melbourne. We always have comments on how professionally our event is run.” From the moment the doors open at 10am until the close of the expo at 3pm, visitors will be able to enjoy browsing at the excellent variety of stands, talking to the experts in their particular wedding field. Delicious fare will again be prepared by Brent Sinclair Catering this year, including morning and afternoon teas and lunch. Music will be live throughout the day featuring Marty Box with a special dance performance by Chloe Adkins during the fashion parade.

Star models: Kylie Hodge, sister Sam Hodge, Jessie Spencer, Susan Mueller, Rhonda Newton, Amy Charlton and Emma Podesta added a touch of glamour to The Great Southern Star Wedding Expo at the Memorial Hall in Leongatha last year.

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appointment with either herself or one of her staff so they can devote the necessary time to discussing honeymoon destinations and costs. “Everyone is looking for value for money, that’s why it’s important to make an appointment with us. Some couples look at multiple destinations before narrowing down their choice,” Jill said. “We encourage clients to book as early as possible. The average is around eight months in advance which is usually enough time to get good airfares and availability.” Fiji, said Jill, is eternally popular for offshore destinations as are the South Pacific and Thailand, while Queensland, particularly its appealing islands, is a favoured domestic setting. Some couples choose to travel around the world on an extended break, making the honeymoon registry an extremely useful gift tool. But, Jill added, honeymoon destinations can be as varied as the couples themselves and their interests. You can find out more about the honeymoon registry from Jetset consultants.

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What great cakes you’ve got MELVA Smith has over 30 years experience in the cake business, so it’s fair to say she knows cakes.

A special day: marriage celebrant Jacky Webster is pictured at the Old Dalyston Deli and Church Wedding Expo. Jacky will be at the Star’s Wedding Expo in Leongatha on Sunday, May 18.

Celebrant service provided HAVING been married since 1983, Inverloch celebrant Jacky Webster understands the seriousness and the depth of feelings involved in a special partnership. Whether it be a wedding ceremony, a commitment ceremony or a renewal of vows, Ms Webster is able to help mark the beginning of a new and exciting life together. “Being your special day, the ceremony will be of your choice,” Ms Webster said. “My job is to support both of you in any way I can, and in case of a wedding, ensure we comply with all the legal requirements.” Ms Webster can tailor a ceremony to

meet every couple’s needs. Ideas can be brought along to an initial meeting with Ms Webster and a unique ceremony can be written together. “Most important to me is that it is your day and it is my job to see that it progresses smoothly and in a format you would prefer,” Ms Webster said. Ms Webster is available to meet enquiring couples for an obligation free informal chat. She is based in Inverloch but also provides service in Gippsland, Latrobe Valley and Metropolitan Melbourne regions. For further details, contact Jacky Webster by phone on 0402 157 764 or email webster.jacky@gmail.com.

More importantly, for all those brides-to-be out there, she knows wedding cakes. Her passion for creating custom made designs is still as strong as it was when she began. From chocolate mud cakes to fruit cakes, octopuses to astronauts, she can create cakes of any design, flavour and style. Nothing proves too difficult for the Phillip Island cake-maker. “The difficult ones are great. I like a challenge,” Melva said. Melva has created dream cakes for brides in Melbourne as well as locally, and her award winning recipes and designs have thrilled crowds at expos and shows throughout the region, including the Royal Melbourne Show. Melva said that her cakes can be delivered anywhere. “Where there’s a will there’s a way,” she said. Melva will be at the wedding expo with plenty of model cakes to look at, as well as a wide variety of pictures included in her

numerous books. The books are often a great place to start when couples are searching for their perfect cake. “Sometimes they will have an idea in mind but they change their ideas when they look through the books,” Melva said. “The feedback is normally positive. It’s very encouraging. “Cake-making has changed so much over the years. The tools of the trade are so different now.”

Stunning: Melva Smith puts all her time and energy into making a special cake for your wedding day. See Melva at the Star’s Wedding Expo on Sunday, May 18.

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You’ll look the part WITH their huge range and great brands, Panthers Mensland in Leongatha really is a one stop menswear shop for any wedding. Panthers has been assisting grooms look their best on their wedding day for nearly 60 years. The highly experienced and friendly team at the Leongatha store can advise you on the right choices for menswear for all special occasions, including weddings. Panthers have a huge range of suits and accessories to buy or hire; they are licensed agents for Spurling Formalwear and also deal with a num-

ber of specialist suppliers from around Australia. Panthers Mensland offers a massive range and all the leading brands and can put together suit packages or vest, trouser and shirt deals from only $199. Every wedding has a unique feel the couple wants to capture. The team at Panthers Mensland can assist in linking the men’s look with what the ladies are wearing, the time of day and the level of formality the couple wants for their special day. Countless combinations can be achieved with different ties, dress shirts, hats, vests, shoes and

cufflinks for all wedding types. Matching accessories, sourcing different suit styles and arranging suit packages to buy or hire are a specialty for David Panther and the team. Panthers Mensland are long term supporters of The Star’s Wedding Expo and will have a stand again this year, featuring some of the latest of menswear trends for weddings. Register your name at the Panthers stand on the day and you will get a minimum of 10 per cent off your bill, whether you hire or buy for your wedding. The discount not only includes groomsmen but extends to relatives as well!

Suits you: Tiffany Stephenson from Panthers Mensland in Leongatha shows off the shop’s ample range of suits which will have every groom looking his best.

Best dressed: Kylie Hodge models with Jai OFlaherty, who models formal wear from Panther’s Mensland, who have supported The Star’s Wedding Expo for the past 13 years. They’ll be back again on Sunday, May 18 with a stand and all the information you’ll need.

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Enjoy surf views for your wedding Kook’s caters to you VENUS Bay Surf Life Saving Club is the perfect venue for that special occasion whether it be a wedding reception, engagement, birthday party, conference or training room. Located just 200m from the water’s edge, the venue offers commanding views of Bass Strait and abounds with superb surrounding photographic opportunities on the beach or in dunes. The clubhouse is one of the largest venues in South Gippsland and included in its hire is use of the balcony overlooking the ocean, an industrial sized, fully equipped commercial kitchen, bar run by club members, seating and round banquet tables for 120 guests or capacity for 180 standing guests.

The venue offers flexibility for either an informal or elaborate function. Not only does Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club deliver the perfect beach

front venue, the hiring of these facilities provides much needed funds that contribute to the provision of a most valuable service to the community.

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Carpeted sand: the Venus Bay Surf Club offers a unique wedding setting.

BETWEEN Kook’s Catering and Cafe KO Bar and Grill, Will Kranen and Corry O’Neill have your food requirements covered.

Kook’s Catering uses a mobile kitchen and comes to your wedding or other special event. “We go on site. We take a full kitchen with us if we need to and set up a marquee,” Corry O’Neill said. “We can do the whole food and drinks and liquor licensing side of things or just food, from a simple spit-roast buffet to a five course fine dining menu.” Mr Kranen and Mr O’Neill co-own the businesses and both are chefs of 18 years’ experience. They have been running Kook’s Catering for four years. The catering website, kookscatering.com.au, gives eight example menus which can be customised. “We like to design menus for our customers,” Mr O’Neill said. The chefs enjoy catering different styles of wedding receptions, from canapés and mini meals to banquets, buffets and sit down fine dining.

Mr Kranen said mini meals in boxes fit with the relaxed feel of current day weddings, where guests mingle around instead of being seated at tables. He said the advantage of these is they can be eaten with a fork (or fingers) while you hold the box, stand and chat. The chefs’ other venture, Cafe KO Bar and Grill in Fish Creek, aims to provide delicious food for a range of budgets. The chefs make their own bases and do gourmet and classic pizzas, make their own sauces and relishes and cut different styles of hot chips. They also grill local pork, venison, beef and chicken, including free range, organic meats. “Everything is reasonably priced,” Mr O’Neill said. He said diners can find anything from a $10 meal to fine dining. Cafe KO Bar and Grill is hosting a Kook’s Catering Showcase on Saturday, June 14th, where finger food examples and music options can be viewed and florists and photographers will be available to discuss their services.

Perfect photographs with Bride2Be WITH an ever increasing amount of amateur photographers, choosing a professional who will deliver you excellent results is of utmost importance. Bride2Be Photography is AIPP Accredited plus they are a wedding specific studio. This allows them to not only keep

up with current photography trends but be leaders in the industry. It also guarantees excellence in photographic quality and in the products and services they offer – some of which are exclusive to their studio. From image capture to album design, every aspect of the photography is kept inhouse – they do not outsource. This ensures their strict level of quality

control. Bride2Be believes the better they know you the more they can exceed your every expectation. This is why they include an engagement session in every collection they offer. It is a great way to break the ice as most of us aren’t in front of a camera every day. This means that on your wedding day you will

feel more comfortable, which results in more natural images. It can also allow you to work out the exact locations for your wedding photos together. Bride2Be believes in giving you full wedding coverage. They do not do fake cake cuttings: they stay to capture the real thing. Not only do they photograph your

reception, but you will sneak out for what they call ‘shh sessions’ to finish your photographs in the perfect way. From simple collections including your images on DVD to beautiful handcrafted album collections, Bride2Be caters for everyone’s desires. Internationally available. See Bride2Be at the Star’s Wedding Expo.

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Reception with sea views LOOKING for a unique yet stylish venue for your wedding reception?

Stylishly presented: the Captain’s Lounge at Inverloch’s Esplanade Hotel is an idyllic wedding reception venue.

Honeymooned in Bali PHOEBE and Jess Cuman honeymooned in Nusa Dua, Bali, after their wedding at Inverloch on February 8. Phoebe Noel Edwards is the daughter of Jill and Greg Edwards of Leongatha South, and Jess Luke Cuman is the son of Darlene and Adrian Cuman of Wonthaggi. The couple wed at 4.30pm at Broadbeach Resort (MannaGum), at a ceremony officiated by celebrant Cam Abood. Phoebe was attended by her sister

Emily Hall, best friend of 10 years Kathryn Jones and the groom’s sister Alyce Cuman. Jess was supported by childhood friends Luke Johnson, Cameron Jones and Adam Blundell. Phoebe wore an ivory guipure lace, classic fitted silhouette gown with a small train, and the bridesmaids wore beige chiffon strapless floor length dresses. The groom and groomsmen wore sand coloured pants, ivory shirts, taupe vests and ties. The couple is now residing at their recently purchased home in Wonthaggi.

Consider the Captain’s Lounge at Inverloch’s Esplanade Hotel. The Captain’s Lounge offers an open air deck, breath-taking ocean views and a tastefully decorated function room that suits weddings of any size. Staff are friendly and accommodating, offering the finest a la carte service and all dishes are prepared in house with the freshest produce by talented, qualified chefs. Flexible packages are offered to suit any budget. Whether your wedding is small, large, seated or cocktail the Captain’s Lounge is the ultimate wedding venue. The lounge is situated on the upper level of the reputable hotel, featuring a private balcony with magnificent glimpses of the ocean and a water wall that is the perfect backdrop to any function. Staff pride themselves on commitment to service and style, are flexible and there to ensure the day is memorable.

The head chef has created a superb range of main courses that will impress and suit most palates. All produce is fresh and every dish is crafted by hand and produced on the premises. Clients can expect to choose from a range of sophisticated options to suit diets and budget. Perhaps choose canapés served on the large, open deck followed by a seated set menu. People wishing to choose cocktail menus can select canapés, grazing dishes, platters or cocktail desserts, or an arrangement that suits. Grazing selections are small main meals served individually to allow for mingling while dining. Stunning cocktail desserts are a fine option or perhaps you would rather a cake plated and served with accompanying garnish. Dietary requirements are catered for and a vegetarian menu is available on request. To find out more, phone function coordinator Monique Densley on 5674 1432, or online at www.invyespy.com.au or functions@invyespy.com. au.

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Snap some memories GIPPSLAND Photobooths offer the latest in digital technology, with the newest photo booths on the market helping to create special memories from your big day. Giving you traditional four pose photo strips with the new technology video messaging – all in the same fully enclosed booth. Your imagination can take you everywhere. The booths are easily manoeuvrable and with a small footprint or a breakdown booth they can go anywhere. A few years ago, Shane and Kerrie Parkinson spent a fortune in travel costs to have a photo booth at their own wedding. Having had such a fantastic time with the booth, they decided to bring the business to Gippsland, providing affordable entertainment to future brides. With free delivery within a 60km radius and all inclusive packages, a photo booth at your wedding now becomes affordable and not a dream. “Our photo booths of-

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Arrive in style DO YOU want a classic look for your wedding? Gippsland Wedding Cars specialise in the beautiful Rolls Royce. Choose from white, black or silver, or maybe one of each and take your journey in comfort with both male and female professional drivers. Our wedding packages include personalised ribbon on all cars and champagne and nibbles to enjoy while having your photos taken.

If you don’t want the hassle of having to count your hours to make sure to get to your ceremony, our package starts at your pick up address and finishes at your reception, and includes everything in between. We can also offer late night transfers from your reception. Contact our friendly staff to put together your perfect package on 0447 527 222, email weddingcarsgippsland@ gmail.com or find us on Facebook.

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fer the latest in technology with the traditional fully closed booth,” Kerrie said. “Include video messaging and we provide the ultimate entertainment at your wedding. Add a logo to the bottom of your strip and provide your guests with a fabulous memory they will smile at for many years to come. “Our packages include an attendant, your memory album, our famous props box and speech bubbles.” Add that special touch to your event with a candy buffet.

THE Great Southern Star Wedding Expo fashion parade will feature all the latest formal styles for the wedding day and reception.

The fashion parade takes place at 2pm on Sunday, May 18 in the Leongatha Memorial Hall. Come along and witness some stunning outfits being model by the ladies and men.

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Coordinating in style FOR a beautiful selection of outfits for a bridal party, look no further than Your Style Store and Modern Male Menswear. Both based in Korumburra these businesses will look after both men and women to create an ideal bridal party look. A touch of style can be found at both Commercial Street businesses and the dedicated staff is able to give advice to have customers looking their best. Jenni Denney from Your Style Store has bridesmaids’ dresses from Australian company Mr K, in a variety of styles, colours, fabrics and sizes from six to 26. Outfits match all ages and come in large range of fun and vibrant colours. Ms Denney and her staff Chris Kyle and Shane O’Neill also have outfits for the mother of the bride or groom, grandmothers and guests. There are two new collections dedicated to after five and evening wear arriving soon. These collections cater for the younger, modern mother of the bride. “Your Style Store provides honest advice and assistance to ensure the perfect style and fit for you,” Ms Denney said.

A range of accessories is also on offer to complete your new look whether it is jewellery, a clutch bag, jacket or wrap. Over at Modern Male Menswear, Rob Buchan can have the groom and his groomsmen looking fashionable and stylish for the big day, as well as getting the father of the bride something classic and suitable.

Mr Buchan says waistcoats have become increasingly popular, along with hats, trousers, and slim fitting suits. Patterned shirts have also become a huge trend, with men choosing the bold look over a tie. Combinations of black, white, silver and grey are fashionable for men with navy blue growing ever

more popular. Service is second to none at Modern Male Menswear, as Mr Buchan strives to have the guys looking their best before leaving his shop. “The suits I have on offer can be versatile,” he said. “After the wedding the groomsmen will be able to wear their suits to other

New trend: Rob Buchan of Modern Male Menswear has a large selection of coloured and patterned shirts to suit the style of the groom and groomsmen.

functions such as 21st birthdays or racing carnivals.” Mr Buchan has the expertise to have all the groomsmen of every build matching and looking the part. Modern Male has been flat stick over the past season. Mr Buchan suggests getting in early to make sure everything is perfect well before the big day.

The store also has a wide range of suits for all occasions, and with a large floor stock Mr Buchan can have you walking out of the store in the suit you bought that day as well as offering resizing, and pressing and steaming. Ms Denney and Mr Buchan can work together to match colours of bridesmaids’ dresses to grooms-

men’s shirts and ties and also co-ordinate other colour and style schemes throughout the group. The two stores are offering a 15 per cent off deal for everyone purchasing as part of a bridal party. This includes the bride, groom, bridesmaids, groomsmen as well as the mother and father of the bride and groom.

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Stationery that suits you

A WEDDING is a big deal, so why not make sure your invitations reflect the occasion’s theme, personality and style. Local business Psst Secretarial has the experience and know-how to create perfect, personalised wedding stationery for every wedding. The creates wedding stationery of excellent quality designed just for clients, with the theme and colours of their choice. Carolyn from Psst Secretarial has attended all of The Star’s wedding expos and will be there again this year. Her business offers an exquisite range of stationery at an affordable price, without the inconvenience of having to travel long distances to view displays and make a choice. “The stationery you choose generally reflects the type of wedding you are planning, whether it is a traditional wedding or a more casual occasion,” Carolyn said. So, your stationery can be designed around your interests and personality. Carolyn said the couple can set the theme for your wedding months before the big day, with the design and colour of your invitation. “We can arrange not only the invitations, but also the RSVP slips, return envelopes, ceremony booklets, place cards, bonbonniere gifts for your guests and thank you cards,” she said. All of these can be coordinated to suit your theme. Psst Secretarial’s stationery is given a personal touch with the guests’ names and printed envelopes included. Carolyn can bring the display to your home, so that you have time to mix and match different colours or designs. Start by making an appointment with her on 5659 6316 or leave a message on her answering machine or check out what’s on offer at www.psstweddings.com. au.

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Remember the moments SJP Studios is dedicated to capturing the memories of your special day. Based in Leongatha, Ms Price has been running her business for two years with positive feedback from her happy clients. The studio has built a wonderful reputation, with Ms Price booked in for a wedding every single weekend between October and May, otherwise known as wedding season. She is willing travel to weddings, having been asked to attend several interstate weddings and even a wedding in Bali. Her photographic style is simply beautiful, capturing the natural candid look. This makes her photo unique as it captures the moment rather than a traditional pose. Ms Price is fully qualified after studying photography for several years before opening her own business. “I love it,” Ms Price said. “I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.” She is also willing to work from her studio, which is based at her home.

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All weddings covered WEDDINGS of any size are taken care of with Shimmer Marquees. Michael Hulls from Shimmer Marquees has the biggest range on offer with the biggest marquee stretching 12 metres by 24 metres. These can be broken down into three metre sections to accommodate intimate occasions. The Leongatha South hire business boss takes all the stress away from the bride and groom, as he takes care of both setting up and taking down the marquees. “No one has to touch anything. That’s all part of the service,” he said. The marquee is beautiful and offers the comfort of home. Wedding guests need not worry about tearing up anyone’s house while they are tearing up the dance

floor. Possibilities are endless, as the marquee can be bigger than any modern mansion. “No matter what, it’s going to be a 12 metre span. And can then be three, six, nine metres – right up to 24 metres in length,” Mr Hulls said. At its biggest, the impressive 288 metre square structure comfortable fits a massive crowd. “For standing room, you’re looking at 300 people. Around 180 guests can be seated, plus a dance floor, bar, and long tables with food in the marquee,” he said. Mr Hulls works in with caterers, decorators and “everyone who’s got anything to do with weddings.” “We try to keep everything as local as we can,” he said.

Beautiful atmosphere: Shimmer Marquees caters to weddings big and small.

Look amazing with Emma EMMA Jean Event Hair offers on location event hairstyling, specialising in weddings, debs, formals, special occasion and photo shoots. Servicing Gippsland and the Bass Coast, the business is operated by qualified hairdresser Emma Kyle and promises attention to detail and a modern, fresh approach to hairstyling. Whether it’s classic and formal you are after or something modern and contemporary, Emma can help create a style to best suit you and your event. “Your wedding day is a big deal and I want to make sure you and your bridal party look and feel amazing. Relax in the comfort of your home or venue on your special day,” she said. Emma can also recommend a fantastic

makeup artist to complete your desired look. “My unique service takes the stress out of a bride’s big day. You don’t have the hassle of having to go to a salon. You can relax in the comfort of your own home or hotel venue with the company of your bridesmaids and family,” she said. “Upstyling is what I’m passionate about most when it comes to hairdressing. I like having the freedom to be creative with my work and design styles that best suit my client and the occasion,” Emma said. Last year, Emma placed second at the Australian Hairdressing Championships in the bridal hair category. For a full quote and to ensure your wedding date is available, contact Emma on 0400 949 251.

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To suit your needs: Shimmer Marquees works alongside caterers and decorators to make your day special.

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Captured on video A MOMENT lasts all of a second but the memory lives on forever.

Perfect place: the RACV Inverloch Resort provides a spectacular venue for any style of wedding.

Spectacular wedding venue THE eco-friendly RACV Resort Inverloch is set in the heart of Gippsland with sweeping views of Bass Strait and Anderson Inlet and is the ideal place for your wedding ceremony and reception. The resort fronts a pristine stretch of beach â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a wetland haven for wildlife and an ever changing panorama of sea and sky. Located five kilometres from the township of Inverloch, the resort is ideally positioned to enjoy the spectacular coastline, beau-

tiful wilderness areas and scenic hinterland. The RACV Inverloch Resort provides a selection of breathtaking locations to celebrate your special day, from intimate gatherings to ceremonies and receptions for up to 250 guests banquet style and up to 320 guests cocktail style. A state of the art purpose built events centre featuring stunning floor to ceiling glass windows offers an impressive open and light filled space for the most memorable celebrations. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning a lavish banquet or a cocktail style reception, the RACV Inverloch Re-

sortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chefs will use the finest local produce to create an elegant menu that will delight your guests and suit your requirements. With accommodation options for guests ranging from ocean view rooms, two or three bedroom villas and deluxe cabins, RACV Inverloch Resort makes it easy for your guests to enjoy the convenience of staying within the resort for the wedding. To book a site inspection with our wedding coordinator or find out more, call 03 5674 0000 or visit racv.com.au/venues.

Main Memories Videography officially began three years ago after Bev Main noticed a lack of videographers in the area. She came into the business with experience, having filmed weddings for friends and family for many years. Every moment is captured throughout the day, beginning with the bride and bridesmaidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hair and makeup, before leaving for the ceremony. The brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s walk down the aisle to the man of her dreams is also captured and matched with the happy coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice of music. The music is edited so you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hear the voices, comments and coughs of guests at the ceremony. The entire ceremony, vows, and signing of the register is caught on camera, followed by the walk down the aisle and the congratulations of guests. The camera follows the bride and groom, along with the photographer, to capture those special moments; the kiss during the

setting sun, and the touch of a hand that a still camera is unable to capture. Of course, it is then to the reception for the introductions of the newlyweds to family and friends, along with the speeches, cutting of the wedding cake and the bridal waltz â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all included in the DVD. The bride and groom can tailor their DVD to suit themselves. For an extra charge, Main Memories Videography can stay longer at the reception to incorporate the garter and bouquet toss. After editing is completed, the bride and groom are presented with three copies of their wedding DVD in a customised box to enjoy for many years to come. Main Memories Videography will offer a free highlights DVD to those who make a booking in the month following The Star Wedding Expo and mention the expo. See examples of highlights DVDs at www.MainMemoriesVideography. com.au. For any enquiries or bookings, contact Bev on 0418 345 460 or email info@MainMemoriesVideography.com.au.

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High quality memories GEOFF Parrington is dedicated to providing high quality wedding photography. The Reflections Photography owner is a dual winner of international photographer of the year and numerous national awards. Based in Sale, Reflections Photography can provide full digital design service and present images to create maximum impact. Mr Parrington can create special images to record your wedding, family and commercial applications.

Wedding services include a full day package, from getting ready until you leave the reception. Digital albums are designed with full client consultations to ensure a unique, individual work of art. It offers a special memory to keep forever. Reflections Photography is a complete graphic design service. The product can be completed with printing on an eight colour press, delivering the highest standard in the industry. All inquiries are welcome to help you capture your special day.

The flowers you want THE staff at Aspire Flowers are excited to provide flowers for your special event. Impact: the wow factor plays an important in how remember your event. Decorations by Annelise will help guarantee that your occasion is unforgettable.

Detail matters

DECORATIONS by Annelise will take charge of the styling of your special once in a life time day and guarantee that no detail is left out.

Whether it be table centrepieces, ceiling decorations, the look of the bar, flowers, bonbonniere, soft furnishings or any other aspect of your occasion, Decorations by Annelise is the business to pull it all together.

Annelise Van Rooye who has more than 10 years experience in retail, customer service and visual merchandising will sell, make or hire out affordable party decorations. She knows that everyone is unique and her goal is to help create the perfect event, no matter how big or small that reflects the people at its heart. She can produce anything you request from a classic look to something more quirky depending

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on your taste. The perfect looking room doesn’t happen by chance, someone has been busy in the lead up putting together all of the detail that goes to make up the big picture. Make that someone Decorations by Annelise. Annelise offers free consultation on any event. Questions can be emailed to decorationbyannelise@hotmail.com

“Kim’s had a passion for flowers for many years,” Anna Stuckey said. “She loves doing event flowers. “She likes the excitement of someone else’s wedding and making sure that their day’s going to be perfect and they get exactly what they want from their flowers.” Aspire Flowers’ focus is special events flowers. They are based in Inverloch and cover events within a 50km radius. Kim Clark is a former florist with experience providing floral arrangements

for weddings in different colour themes. “We’re happy to cater for both modern and traditional types of weddings,” Anna said. Kim likes to spend time with the couple so she knows exactly what they want. Aspire Flowers puts together packages to suit a variety of budgets and provides a quote with no obligation to buy. Their stand at The Star’s Wedding Expo will highlight one of their beautiful packages, along with other, smaller displays. Visit the Aspire Flowers stand and book your event before June 30 to receive a large vase floral arrangement valued at $150 for free.

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Wedding speeches-don’t put your foot in it!

Stylish flowers, superb cakes

WEDDING speeches tend to be one of the most unplanned parts of wedding preparations and fall towards the end of the job queue.

SONIA Webber of Elsie’s Florist is a past master at creating the extraordinary out of the ordinary.

But a poorly chosen speech can ruin what is meant to be a perfect day. Just relax! Wedding speeches are one of the easiest speeches you will ever have to deliver if you know what to do. There is a traditional order for speeches at a wedding – but it is important to remember that it is your wedding so the format is really up to you. It is useful to consider the traditional format so that you can decide which elements you wish to include and which you would like to vary. In the same way you don’t have to stick to the rules when it comes to who speaks. A lot depends on who is good at making speeches. As long as the people who count are thanked, and someone wishes the happy couple well, speeches are simply a tool for livening up the party atmosphere and making sure the room is filled with joy and laughter. If you’re the speechmaker you should start one or two months before the wedding – and definitely not leave it until the night before or the morning of the wedding. Spend a little time on preparation and you really will be able to give the wedding speech that your friends and family will rave about for years!

She covers all aspects of wedding flowers including bridal bouquets, buttonholes, bridesmaid and flowergirl arrangements, mother of the bride and centrepieces for the ceremony and reception. Cake flowers are another speciality. Sonia said brides still favour posies of white roses but she likes to encourage them to try something unique “that makes them stand out”. She can do this after discussion with the bride about her colour theme, likes and dislikes. Elsie’s Florist is in Foster and Sonia runs it with her husband Steve. The flowers are her area of expertise and, as a chef, Steve is the expert in wedding

cakes. As the bridal cake usually doubles as dessert these days, the traditional iced fruit cake has given way to chocolate mud cake. But Sonia said cupcakes and macaroons have become popular too. They can be prettily presented in a variety of colours, which adds to their appeal. Those who opt for flowers on their wedding cakes are choosing fresh ones or dainty handmade sugar flowers. “They are equally popular,” Sonia said. Between Sonia and Steve, bridal couples can order their flowers, wedding cake and dessert from the one place. “Combined, we can offer you a great package deal,” Sonia said.

Capturing your special moments

Wedding etiquette still applies WEDDINGS are one of the few social events still tied closely with traditional rules of etiquette. Although weddings have embraced individual expression and creativity the same wedding etiquette prevails. From the guest list, invitations and seating arrangements to the ceremony and dress code, a wedding can be a minefield of do’s and don’ts. The formality of the occasion means that traditional rules of etiquette come into play and most couples will be unfamiliar with the code. Brush up on your knowledge of wedding traditions and wedding customs – remember you can pick and choose what you want to follow!

LEONGATHA

CAPTURING all of your wedding’s special moments is the aim of Heather Downing of Country Image Photography. Something for every woman: Amy Charlton models a gorgeous outfit from Influence on Dusk at last year’s Star Wedding Expo. Don’t miss the fashion parade in the Leongatha Memorial Hall at 2pm on Sunday, May 18.

Heather can be located at Shop 48 on Main Street in Foster where she has display albums and images on show. Planning for the photography starts well before with selecting locations and planning a timeline for the day so that everything goes to plan and is captured in a way that is enjoyable and stress free, showing the true personality of the couple. All of your wedding day memories, from the fun and spontaneous to the serious and meaningful, are captured by

Heather to be reflected upon and enjoyed for years to come. Photo packages are tailor-made for each couple to suit their style of wedding. Professional albums designed and created by Heather as an additional option that can be created to reflect your special day. Heather’s work can be viewed on her website www.countryimagephotography.com.au or on her Facebook page under country image photography. Heather would love to meet with couples at the wedding expo or by calling into Shop 48 on Main Street in Foster.

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THIS year will be Joy Morgan’s 14th wedding expo organised through local newspaper The Great Southern Star. Despite being a power of work, Joy said such an event was vital to the area to showcase what services are available here. “We do get a lot of feedback and the exhibitors see it as vital to their businesses,” Joy said. “I remember one year we had to cancel and stallholders were disappointed but since

then it appears to be getting stronger and stronger.” The community get right behind the event. “The exhibitors are very supportive. The Rotary Club of Leongatha is also a great help in setting up the partitions in the hall. The Korumburra Secondary College also help us with staging for the catwalk which is great.” Manager at The Star, Tony Giles, thanked Joy for her role over many years and said “the show wouldn’t go on without her”. Don’t miss it – it’s on Sunday, May 18 from 10am until 3pm.

Another success: from left, model Sam Hodge, Expo co-ordinator Joy Morgan, and models Kylie Hodge and Emma Podesta discuss what was another great fashion parade at last year’s Wedding Expo.

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What you missed: these were the models and fashions which made The Great Southern Star Wedding Expo 2013 one of the day’s highlights. Be sure to head to the Leongatha Memorial Hall on Sunday, May 18 at 2pm and watch the fashion parade unfold with fashions by Influence on Dusk, Haze Fashions and Panther’s Mensland.

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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18/25. 19/20.

Country Image Photography Emma Jean Event Hair Main Memories Melva Smith Cakes & Catering Jetset Leongatha Aspire Flowers Panthers Mensland RACV Resort Elsie’s Florist Reflections Photography Shimmer Marquees Jacky Webster, Celebrant SJP Studios Kook’s Catering Your Style Store / Modern Male Bride2Be Photography Decorations by Annelise Island Marquees Gippsland Photobooths & Gippsland Wedding Cars 21. Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club 22. Psst Secretarial 23-24. The Esplanade Hotel 26. Gippsland Wedding Cars 27. Brent Sinclair Catering

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White’s Treated Pine A

WELL established and long running business and freehold is up for grabs. White’s Treated Pine has been operating for over 37 years under the original owner, treating and supplying a wide and varied client base with fencing, building and garden supplies with an outstanding reputation for quality and exceptional customer service. Set on 2.2 acres at Fish Creek with a location that offers strong exposure to passing traffic. The site offers town water and three phase underground power and is security fenced. White’s currently trades five and half days a week but there is scope to increase this if the demand is ongoing. The treatment plant was upgraded in 1993 which gave a huge increase in capacity. The new pressure chamber is 12m

FISH CREEK 1890 Promontory Road Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha Jason Harris 0417 640 079

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HE well known gift and jewellery shop SO!Me in Bair street is now on the market. This is a well established business with excellent and stable return figures. SO!Me is a wonderful opportunity to be self employed in an ongoing trade with an outstanding reputation and a vast client base from locals and out of towners. SO!Me is one of a kind, a sophisticated business with a diversity of stock not normally associated with a country town. SO!Me carries jewellery, handbags, scarves, clothing and giftware for all occasions. The store is impressively stocked

and has a well-planned floor layout, utilising every piece of its cleverly designed shelving. The business started seven years ago by well known locals Jennie and Hess Strengers. Jennie and Hess have been in the trade over 30 years and have gained a wealth of knowledge and experience along with a vast following from their acclaimed South Gippsland Craft Merchants in Meeniyan. Even though they are planning to wind down and enjoy the quiet life more, they are committed to help the prospective new owners with advice and support for a successful and smooth transition being a real added

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bonus for the continuous success of SO!Me. On offer is the business plus the unique opportunity to gain hold of the freehold and to be your own landlord. Enquiries should be directed to Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha, who are anticipating a keen interest for this iconic business at a very realistic price of $97,500 including all fittings and fixtures.

LEONGATHA 57 Bair Street Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha Jason Harris 0417 640 079

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• Obituary

A woman of great strength and gentleness MARGARET Mary Kindellan was born on August 28, 1927, the sixth of seven children born to Nicholas and Aileen Murphy of Ruby Bank, Leongatha North.

International doors open: president of Leongatha Rotary Club, Kerry Pritchard with president of Rotary Youth Exchange Program, Dan Kraan.

What does Rotary do? ROTARY – humanity in motion - where people help people and achieve extraordinary things and make a difference! With 32,000 Rotarians in 1164 clubs in Australia, and 1,210,047 Rotarians in 32,774 clubs around the world, that’s a powerful lot of people making a difference. Rotarians are helping to eradicate polio worldwide, providing disaster relief, improving literacy locally and globally, and doing so much more. For over 100 years, motivated people have come together as Rotarians to unite the power of one with the power of many, to bring about exceptional change in the world. Made up of men and women across all vocations and cultures, Rotary is a nonpolitical, non-religious global organisation,

focused on improving the well-being of local and international communities, and bringing about world peace and understanding. Rotary’s commitment to ‘Service Above Self’ is channeled through five avenues of service which form the foundation of club activity. These are community service, youth service, international service, club service and vocational service. To be a Rotarian is simply to have a desire to do something to help others. To be a Rotarian is to develop skills, broaden your networks, grow your understanding and knowledge, enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded people and build life-long friendships. Interested to know more about the Leongatha Rotary Club? Call Colin on 5664 9260 or Shirley on 5662 2219.

Graduate surveys future TWO years after joining the Bass Coast Shire Council, Noel Creed has graduated from the Regional Building Surveyor Internship program. Mr Creed received a certificate from Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier, MP Craig Ondarchie, at a ceremony in Melbourne. The Regional Building Surveyor Internship program has helped to address the shortage of building surveyors in regional Victoria since 2008. The program not only provides direct work experience in a regional or rural council, but also helps the building surveyor interns to build their skills while working on actual projects. Councils were able to apply for funding of up to $20,000 over two years to employ one building surveyor intern.

The program received $75,000 funding from Regional Development Victoria’s Local Skills Partnership Program and $25,000 from the Victorian Building Authority. Mr Creed was one of five

building surveyor interns from regional and rural Victorian councils to graduate from the final intake of the program. Since it began, the program has supported 20 interns.

Well deserved: Bass Coast Shire Council’s building surveyor intern Noel Creed (centre) with Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier, MP Craig Ondarchie and Victorian Building Authority CEO Prue Digby.

From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago May 8, 1984 POLICE believe a burglary at Leongatha Toyota on Saturday is linked to another burglary on the premises in February. A late model Ford sedan was stolen from the car yard early Saturday morning. The vehicle, valued at $11,000, was found dumped near Mirboo North the next day but the wheels had been stolen.

10 years ago May 4, 2004 IT will not be until mid-May that we will learn about the new shape of football in Gippsland.

But one thing is for sure, the Premier Division of the West Gippsland Latrobe Football League, so dominated by Maffra at the moment, will not be the same in season 2005.

5 years ago May 5, 2009 MOVE over Hollywood; South Gippsland is rapidly becoming the filming centre of Victoria, potentially pumping millions of dollars into the local economy. The diversity of the region, tremendous council and community support, accessibility from Melbourne and an ideal lifestyle have made South

Gippsland a highly sought after film location.

1 year ago May 7, 2013 PEOPLE power works! Last Friday, Leongatha residents Margaret Denbrok and Lisa Burge presented a petition to Deputy Premier Peter Ryan calling for action on South Gippsland’s appalling roads. Less than a week later, Premier Denis Napthine announced today’s State Budget would include $170 million “to address the condition of the state’s regional and rural road network”.

Her sisters Aileen and Mary and brother Dick predecease her. She is survived by her brother John and sisters Kathleen and Carmel, along with sister in law Kath Murphy and brother in law Kevin Davis. Margaret grew up at Ruby Bank and was educated at Leongatha North Primary School. She spent one year at St Laurence O’Toole Catholic Primary School and then went to boarding school at Notre Dame de Sion Convent in Sale. She appreciated the education at Sion, as it helped nurture her Catholic faith and fostered her love of learning. The lifelong friendships formed at boarding school have given her many happy times over the past 70 years. Margaret’s first job was with the State Savings Bank in Prahran in Melbourne and then back in Leongatha. She worked for a time at Hodges garage and spent three months helping her older sister Mary with her young family at Wild Dog Valley. She then obtained a position at Gouge Dry Cleaners in Leongatha and remained there until she married. On her 21st birthday she became engaged to Tom Kindellan and was married on May 7, 1949. After her wedding she moved onto the farm at Nerrena – country some said would only grow ferns! Together they worked hard to develop a very successful sheep and beef property out of this bush block. They were dedicated to providing a happy, loving and secure future for their family. Eight children were born over a period of 15 years between 1950 and 1964. Life on the farm threw many challenges at a young woman who had eight children – six before electricity was connected in 1961. Margaret managed the finances of the farm and household budget on a yearly wool cheque. She said she never knew what hard work was until she got married and moved onto the farm but throughout her life, her family never heard her complain. Margaret was a woman of great strength and gentleness, which carried her through when her daughter Marie

Strong and gentle: Margaret Mary Kindellan of Leongatha. died tragically in 1976. Margaret endured her loss and held the rest of the family together. She was very resilient and believed in getting on with the job, despite the grief she would have been suffering. Over the years she was involved in the Catholic Women’s League, Nerrena Ladies, Nerrena Progress Association, Leongatha Show Society, Historical Society, Nerrena Fire Brigade, Red Cross, Pink Trolley Ladies at Leongatha Hospital and all of her children’s

school and sporting activities. She was articulate and diplomatic and enjoyed intellectual stimulation. She always put others first and loved to catch up with her 17 grandchildren, teaching them board games and playing cricket in the backyard. Through her example she taught her children and grandchildren so many important things about living a good life – through her thoughtfulness, her pride in the way she presented herself, her steadfastness in her beliefs even when challenged, but also her ability to listen to others and modify her own thoughts. She was a lone Richmond supporter in a family of Collingwood tragics, insisted on good table manners and loved words and seeing them used correctly. Her life was guided by her faith and sustained by her prayer life. The Mass and the life of St Laurence’s Parish were very dear to her. After her husband’s death in 1986, Margaret continued to run the farm with two of her sons, Cameron and Owen Kindellan, until 1991, when ill health forced her to sell the family farm and move into Leongatha. After an illness in 2010 she moved into Strzelecki House at Mirboo North Aged Care Facility. Her family is extremely grateful for the care she received there and the friendships she enjoyed. Margaret was a beautiful person and greatly loved by her family. As her brother John Murphy said, “She was a lady; always a lady.”

Lock it or lose it POLICE are amazed the message to simply lock a car to prevent theft is being ignored by the community. The message “Lock it, remove it or lose it” is a constant from police as they try to combat the number of thefts from motor vehicles occurring each month. Wonthaggi and Cowes has experienced many thefts or attempted thefts in the past month. Many of the vehicles were unlocked at the time of the theft. Luckily for some of the victims nothing was stolen, whilst a GPS, CD and a school bag were stolen from one vehicle. Residents in the Latrobe Police Service Area have not been immune with 35 vehicles unlocked out of the 58 thefts from cars in the last month. “The community must take responsibility for its own actions,” Divisional Police Community Liaison Officer Leading Senior Constable Brett Godden said. “We are honestly at a loss to how to get the message through to people to lock their cars. Victims contribute to the crime through their carelessness.” Members of the community who are able to assist with information regarding the identity of those involved in the latest spree of theft from cars in Wonthaggi, Cowes or any other crime are requested to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or you can fill in an online report at Crime Stoppers at https://vic.crimestoppers.com.au/help-solvecrime/report-crime-information-here

Teens make own fun SINCE 2010 students at Leongatha Secondary College have had the opportunity to take part in a unique lunchtime program making a variety of wooden surf craft. Arising from the school’s desire to provide students engaging extracurricular activities, the wooden surf crafts program allows the students to make hand-planes (for body surfing), paipos (thin wooden body-boards) and alaias (thin finless wooden surfboards). Students who participate not only develop their woodworking skills but also develop an understanding of the design elements of each the crafts, as well as experience and confidence using them in the surf. There is no prerequisite of year level or skill, nor any regular commitment. Students can participate as of-

ten as they choose, with the possibility of completing a number of projects over the year. At the end of the year, all students who have been involved then have the opportunity to attend a full day at a local surf beach testing and comparing their handmade surf craft. The material used is

Australia Paulownia timber. Grown near Coffs Harbor, the timber is light, strong and naturally resistant to salt water. After completion, the projects are coated with a couple of layers of linseed oil for further water resistance and to increase speed. Now in its fifth year, the Leongatha Secondary Col-

lege staff involved in this program continue to investigate other styles and designs of surf craft to incorporate. This year more complicated models such as hollow surfboards and hollow body-boards are the focus, and are an option for students who have developed the necessary skills through previous participation.

Take off: Leongatha Secondary College student Jesse Salmons-Hutton rides a paipo.

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The Good Life Hey, kids: members of the Mirboo North Playgroup and Toy Library – Arkie, Oscar, Ellison and Alex – had a fun time and a free ride in the Mirboo North Arty Gras parade in 2013.

MIRBOO NORTH ARTY GRAS

Not scary: these Vikings were far from the marauding type. Instead of an all out attack, they were all out smiles at Mirboo North Arty Gras in 2013.

Arty Gras in Mirboo North A weekend long festival that was voted best community event in South Gippsland Shire in 2011, the Mirboo North Arty Gras festival of music, food, community events and celebration begins on Friday, May 9 and continues during Saturday and Sunday. Friday night sees the opening of the Mirboo North Art Show, which is celebrating 33 years of

fundraising for Mirboo North Primary School. Hundreds of quality artworks in two and three dimensions are on display for viewing and sale. The art show features mostly artists from the Gippsland region. Opening night is Friday, May 9 from 7.30pm to 11pm in Mirboo North Shire Hall. Tickets cost $25, which includes two drinks and canapes. The art show is open again on Saturday from 12pm to 5pm and on Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Saturday’s main event is a parade through the

centre of town. In the midst of a food and craft market, the parade begins at 11am and features hundreds of marchers and more than 50 groups. Leading the parade will be the giant Mirboo North Big Band, a community group made up more than 100 child and adult musicians who have been workshopping in preparation. “The theme of this year’s parade is ‘what the hat?’” organiser Ian Southall said. “So we’re asking everybody to put on their

best hat.” A display of over 100 hats will be on show in the Centenary Room at St Andrew’s Church. After the parade, indigenous elder Wayne Thorpe will perform a ‘welcome to country’ ceremony. Four bands will play, including local eclectic band The Dirt Floor. Acoustic artist Brodie Young will perform, as well as a group from Melbourne called the Vikings. If the children are looking for something more, there will be Lego competitions as well as an appearance by Coco

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Gerard Evans on Friday, May 9, at 6pm, at the Mirboo North Grain Store. No experience is necessary. Bring an acoustic instrument or just your voice and have some fun. First Time Theatre has

also run its community theatre program. The only rule (for adults) is that it must be the participant’s first time acting. Participants built their confidence and received training in the basics of theatre.

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MIRBOO North tips its hat to the arts this Mother’s Day weekend with its annual Arty Gras.

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The Good Life Sweet singing: Oklahoma’s leading lady Sophie Owens was superb in her role as farm girl Laurey.

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Happy times: bursting with energy the young Newhaven College Oklahoma cast were brilliant.

Yeeha: leading man Connor Hadley as cowboy Curly opened Oklahoma with his Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin, and beautiful it was.

Oklahoma - more than okay CATCHY songs, a hint of good old fashioned humour and a talented cast of exuberant Newhaven College students breathed new life into the classic favourite Oklahoma! that opened in Wonthaggi on Thursday night, May 1. This ground breaking Rodgers and Hammerstein musical first burst on to the Broadway stage in the 1940’s and 70 years later audiences flocked to see this ever green classic through fresh eyes thanks to the inspired staging by Newhaven College. Oklahoma! is Newhaven’s latest theatrical offering and the young cast under the direction of the talented Will Hanley who also choreographed the show, musical director extraordinaire Kirk Skinner and producer Roma Munro did a fabulous job of bringing the show to life with energy and vigour on Wonthaggi’s

Union Theatre stage for five smashing shows ending with a packed house for the Sunday matinee. From the opening song Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin, by leading man Connor Hadley as cowboy Curly McLain the audience was in for a real treat and judging by the loud applause the show has lost none of its appeal. The story follows the lives of two country kids Curly McLain and farm girl Laurey Williams played by leading lady Sophie Owens, as they realise their feelings for each other despite the interference of loner Jud Fry played by Mitchell Brusamarello. No newcomer to the Newhaven shows Connor was a stand out in last year’s musical Joseph and His Technicolour Dreamcoat where he perfected his western style and he is every bit the cowboy in his well deserved lead role, his robust voice perfectly suited to a score that includes favourite sing-along numbers The Surrey with the Fringe on Top, People Will

Playful: Molly Hickman as Ado Annie was a delight.

Say We’re in Love and Pore Jud is Daid, with Mitchell Brusamarello, the duet was wonderfully, and great to hear that powerful voice of Mitchell. Wow! Leading lady Sophie is every bit the sweet yet head strong girl, her singing a delight and she teams well with her leading man, both displaying a level of professional stage presence beyond their teenage years. Struggling to come to terms with her feelings Laurey lives out that confusion in a Dream Ballet sequence in which she imagines what life would be like with either Curly or her angry farmhand, Jud. The captivating dance shows off the talented ballet dancers and cast in this well choreographed scene enhanced by the stunning lighting and simple sets. There isn’t much not to like about the all singing, all dancing, all smiling Samuel Bowden who shone out as Will Parker and worked well with the playful Molly Hickman as Ado Annie, the girl he wants to marry. She also has eyes on the Persian peddler Ali Hakim, played to a tee by Tom Baker. Molly is a natural and looked gorgeous in her vibrant red and white costume. As Aunt Eller, Sunicha Nakhrua put in a strong performance and mention must also be made of other young actors in their cameo roles giving it their all including Lauren Coghlan, her laughter was infectious, Gertie Cummings, Noah Lugt-Cole, Andrew Carnes, Matilda Coleman, Kate, Phoebe Epifano, Vivian, Emma Volard, Ellen and Jaz Hendry, Virginia. The Oklahoma chorus Lily Bowman-Kissane, Lauren Carlson, Kelly Cox, Jade Dalton, Bonnie Dickie, Chloe Eberbach, Kayla

Egan, Olivia Flower, Erin Gin, Pearl Hunter, Megan McCoy, Sally Mildenall, Imogen Price, Sianan Price, Azul Sibly, Tara Storey, Cluanie Swanwick, Saxon Taylor, Jorgie Mae Thompson, Emma Ward, Jessica Wayne, Philippa Wayne, Taylah Williams, Maddy Wilson, Finn Donohue, Alasdair Hackett, Oscar Harry, Jack Montgomery, Byron Scothern, Connor Tappy, Luke Ward, Dean West and Mack Williams can all take a bow. There were certainly no shrinking violets here, the cast kick up their heels and belt out the song and dance numbers with great energy accompanied by the college’s talented band that kept the toe tapping tunes coming. Word has it nerves were at fever pitch leading into opening night with the production crew pulling out their hair wondering if the sets would actually make it onto the Wonthaggi stage with talk they were stuck on the wharf but as with most shows it is all part of the theatre and director Will defintely breathed a sigh of relief

when the sets arrived the Tuesday before opening. Stage manager Kym Plant and assistant Karyn Scott and all in charge of sets Ivan Homer, Fiona Anastasi, David Hynes, Tad Hendry, Jason Scott, Christine Ferguson need not have worried, it was all right on the night, in fact it was brilliant! The revolving stage

was a picture taking us from farmhouse to barn and everywhere else and lighting team Remi D’Agostin, Alex Swan and Aiden Roberts created the perfect vibrant red sunset over the “bright golden haze” Curly sings about and Kerryn Moren, Holly Egan, Julianne Toole, Bridie Daw, Steven Scott had the cast decked out in costumes perfectly suited

to the characters and the times. Newhaven has proved there is still a place for community, family friendly theatre and the well rehearsed students were bursting with energy and life and delivered a highly entertaining show reminding us why Oklahoma! is still going strong after all these years.

Wow factor: Samuel Bowden as Will Parker delighted audiences last week with his singing and dancing.

Dream show: leading lady Sophie Owens starred in the Dream Ballet scene as farm girl Laurey Williams in Newhaven College’s latest musical Oklahoma! that opened in Wonthaggi last Thursday night. She is flanked by some of the talented ballet dancers who delighted weekend audiences with their polished performance.

Picture perfect: Oklahoma! leading lady Sophie Owens, as farm girl Laurey, the talented cast, sets and lovely light effects made for another brilliant show by Newhaven College, staged in Wonthaggi last week.

Well suited: Tom Baker played the Persian peddler Ali Hakim in Oklahoma.

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The Good Life

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By George-we open this Friday PETER dead.

We’re ready: David Baggallay (Duffy) and Maddie Cantwell (Ana) are part of the experienced Lyric cast.

George

Philanderer, leftist academic, idealist, charming, witty, eater of life’s sudden death in his light plane crash has brought his two ex-wives, current wife and daughter to organise his funeral. Beatrix, the bourgeois artist, Lindsay, the controlling academic, Poppy, the sexy, feisty, confident dolly bird and Ana the daughter of Beatrix and Peter George. The doctor, Duffy, also appears with “I taught him how to fly but he sure taught me how to live”. In this situation the women find out much about themselves and their lives with George when personal arenas are exposed.

This brilliant play, which broke box office records in Melbourne, is by celebrated playwright Hannie Rayson. A witty play about love, life and politics with a moving insight into social change across three generations and a fascinating retrospective on George’s life - a flawed man and the flawed women drawn to him. Rayson has the ability to speak directly to the audience about common experiences.The play begins at Peter George’s funeral, then through a series of flashbacks, follows George’s personal journey. Lyric Theatre’s director for this production is Bernadette Grainger, who is delighted with her talented cast. Seasoned actors Bruce Grainger, Kerrie Giles and

Opens this week: From left, Kerrie Giles (Beatrix), Kaz Hughes (Lindsay) and Julie Strini (Poppy) put the finishing touches to their roles in Lyric’s upcoming play, Life After George, opening this Friday, May 9.

David Baggallay are joined by Kaz Hughes, Maddie Cantwell and Julie Strini. Bernadette is impressed with her stage crew, which

has a mammoth task with the complexity of the staging involving intricate scene and lighting changes. Opening night at Mes-

ley Hall is this Friday, May 9. Tickets are available at the door or on the website www.lyrictheatre.org.au or phone 0490 525 482.

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OPENS THIS WEEK! Opening Night - Friday May 9 Mesley Hall 8pm Saturday May 10, 8pm Thursday May 15, 8pm Friday May 16, 8pm Saturday May 17, 2pm matinee Saturday May 17, 8pm Tickets available from www.lyrictheatre.org.au, phone 0490 525 482 or at the door.

Witty, bright and fantastic LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre is holding an information night for their upcoming musical production Young Frankenstein. This Mel Brooks production is bound to be a sell out with its spectacular bright musical numbers, witty and comedic script and interesting quirky characters. The information night will be held at the Lyric Theatre Studios on Watsons Road in Leongatha on May 18. There will be a short screening of some of the show and musical

numbers and also a discussion with the director about the characters and plot. Director Lisa Pellin is excited about the show, “When I first heard the title of the show I assumed it was a youth production, but it has a full adult cast and contains a lot of the tongue and cheek humor of a typical Mel Brooks show,” Lisa said. “There are some fantastic roles in the show most of which are adult roles, however we are also encouraging dancers and actors 14 years and over to audition as there are some ensemble parts and dance

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numbers that could incorporate younger participants.” Lyric Theatre encourages everyone to come to the information evening and get a glimpse of the show. “We would love to see people interested in any aspect of the show at the information session, including, dancers, set builders, costume helpers, musicians, and people interested in helping in anyway. If you’ve always thought of being involved in a show this year is your year. Come and be involved in this spectacularly entertaining production.”

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10am - Veg growing tips with Meredith from Grow Lightly. 10.15am - Apple cider making demo with Mark Brammer from Strzelecki Heritage Apples on the Community Stage. Pick up some just baked Cannibal Creek Woodfired Bakehouse organic bread, fresh fish, vegies, free-range eggs, meat, cakes, chutneys, wines, seedlings and lots more local goodies.

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Farming Insight

Spill over diesel rebate THE upcoming budget may spell trouble for farmers if a proposed reduction to the diesel fuel rebate is including in the costcutting. The rebate was established to refund farmers, foresters, fishers and others who are paying the 38.14 cent-a-litre excise (tax) they pay on diesel.

According to Federal Parliament’s own web site the excise was designed to: “recover from road users the costs they impose on society. And, historically, revenue from excise was at times hypothecated to fund expenditure on roads”. Hallston hay contractor and farmer Colin Kelly said if the diesel fuel rebate was cut, it would be a tragedy. “It would be an increase in production costs, which is

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an increase to the farmers,” he said. Mr Kelly said it would be difficult to maintain a competitive edge to his business if he passed the cost on to his customers. “We produce mainly oaten hay, so it would cause an increase in our costs, but I guess like most things it would be a cost we have to absorb,” he said. During last year’s election campaign Prime Minister Tony Abbott repeatedly stated agriculture was one of the five pillars of the Australian economy. Mr Kelly doesn’t believe this is the case. “I don’t understand how they want anyone to be farming. The way they have allowed foreign investors to buy Australian farms and businesses, I don’t think they care about the industry,” he said. “If they cared about keeping agriculture sustainable, they wouldn’t keep knifing us.” The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) has called on farmers to email and call Victorian and key coalition politicians, demanding they rule out cuts to the diesel fuel rebate.

“Any proposal to cut the rebate is a threat to the competitiveness of Australian agriculture,” VFF president Peter Tuohey said. “That’s why the VFF and National Farmers Federation have already started hammering on politician’s doors, demanding they rule out any cuts to the rebate. “Every farmer - whether you’re sitting on a tractor sowing or running a diesel pump - to get on the phone or email and tell the polies and media what you think of any cut to the diesel fuel rebate.” Mr Tuohey said it’s less than two weeks until the Federal Budget is released, so everyone needs to tell coalition politicians, loud and clear that: ‘Australian farmers won’t stand by and watch the diesel fuel rebate cut’. “It’s only fair then that farmers are rebated the 38.14 cents a litre they pay for fuel that goes into the off-road use of their tractors, harvesters and other farm machinery,” he said. “You just can’t argue that a farmer ploughing a paddock, harvesting a crop or running a diesel irrigation pump should be contributing 38.14 cents a litre to the cost of maintaining and building

the nation’s roads. “So we’d struggle to see how can any government could justify cutting the rebate.” And more recently the

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“Any cut the diesel fuel rebate would undermine agriculture’s competitiveness and our ability to remain globally competitive,” Mr Tuohey said.

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The 1700 steers and bullocks held some excellent quality in places and a large proportion of heavy weights with the best drafts improving 3c to 4c/ kg, while the majority held firm. Most weights and grades were represented in the cows, although a smaller proportion of three and four score heavy weights were penned, with prices improving 5c to 8c/kg for most. Heavy weight bulls were well supplied and well received by proces-

sors with prices improving 23c to 24c/kg. A handful of vealers sold to a top of 220c/kg. A sprinkling of yearling trade steers made between 202c and 219c/kg. Yearling heifers showing good finish sold between 172c and 205c, with the heavy weights easing 7c/kg due to quality. Grown steers made from 182c to 217c selling firm to 4c/kg dearer. Bullocks sold from 186c to 216c, selling firm to 3c/ kg dearer.

Heavy weight bullocks made between 189c and 207c, lifting 2c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 158c and 174c, improving 2c to 5c, with the crossbred portion between 155c and 198c/kg to be firm week-on-week. Light and medium weight cows made from 80c to 158c, lifting 7c to 10c/kg on most. Heavy weight dairy cows sold from 120c to 155c, improving 2c to 8c/kg. Heavy weight beef cows made between 130c and 165c to gain 4c to 6c/kg. Heavy weight bulls sold between 130c and 178c/kg. The next sale draw - May 7: 1. Alex Scott, 2. Rodwells, 3. Landmark, 4. David Phelan, 5. Elders, 6. SEJ.

Wednesday, April 30 BULLOCKS 17 N. Littlejohn & Sons, Mirboo North 16 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 7 P. Halstead, Tarwin Lower 22 M. Lazzaro, Cobains 18 R.M. Missen, Gormandale 14 S.T. & R.E. Evans, Mirboo North STEERS 1 Southgate Optical P/L, Boolarra 1 S. McDonald, Darlimurla 10 P. Halstead, Tarwin Lower 17 G.G. & J.E. Brock, Drouin 1 C.D. McIndoe, Leongatha 4 E. Coon, Mordialloc COWS 9 J.T. Sibly Pastoral, Archies Creek 1 Dunorkney Nom, Woolamai Park 5 R.S. & J.M. Smith, Woranga 4 M., K. & S. Breen, Buffalo 1 D.G. Clark, Jumbunna East 1 Dyalls Lane P/L, Mardan HEIFERS 1 Maxray Nominees, Buffalo 1 JDK Pastoral Company, Korumburra 1 Makram Nominees, Jumbunna 1 R. & J. Draper, Leongatha 1 R.A. & E.G. Newnham, Glencoe 2 Prunetti Investments P/L, Fish Creek BULLS 1 B.M. & J. Best, Toora 5 Ajay Nominees P/L, Yanakie 1 P.C. Beale, Toora 1 Dyalls Lane P/L, Mardan 1 R. & G. Dakin, Glen Forbes 1 Nalajule Nominees, Leongatha

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Looking to buy: Laurel Truscott from Toora was at the Koonwarra store sale last Thursday. Ms Truscott said she was hopefully going to buy some cattle on the day.

Store sale market Thursday, May 1 Steers: D. Thompson, Nerrena, 1 x $990; Island Bay Ranch, Newhaven, 17 x $975; M.E. Telling, Yarram, 1 x $970; J.C. & R.F. Piasente, Mt Eccles, 7 x $882; M. & F. Sullivan, Strzelecki, 7 x $875; B. & E. Standfield, Leongatha, 14 x $860. Heifers: F. & H. Colaciello, Tyers, 2 x $640; Oxbow Inn P/L, Giffard, 2 x $630; T. & L. Leppin, Bena, 7 x $628; S. Dodd, Wonga Wonga, 10 x $575; D. Thompson, Nerrena, 1 x $540; N. Symmons, Fish Creek, 10 x $532. Cows: D. & D. Staley, Fish Creek, 3 x $620; Burrabadoo, Tarwin, 2 x $530; D. Strainstreet, Yinnar, 1 x $180. Cows and calves: W.A. & D.M. Joyce, Jumbunna, 8 x $1130; Oxbow Inn P/L, Giffard, 5 x $1105; A. & P. Maple, Tarraville, 1 x $1010; Dyalls Lane P/L, Mardan, 1 x $980; A.R. & B.A. Twite, Jumbunna East, 1 x $830; G.K. Warner, Nyora, 1 x $750.

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Farming Insight

Field day on tree farming Thirty landholders attended a field day at a Torwood property recently to explore this question. Property owners Bob and Robyn Gray have been farming in the Torwood since 1976 and currently run beef cattle, sheep and grow trees on their steeper slopes for farm forestry. They have gradually transitioned from beef into sheep (prime lamb production) and agro-forestry over the last few years due to the environmental and physical constraints posed by the challenging nature of their property. “I was finding it increasingly difficult and dangerous to muster livestock on some of the steeper country,” Bob

said. “So we chose to fence off their gullies and revegetate a number of years ago with assistance from Landcare.” In 2010 Bob and Robyn started investigating a more serious investment in farm forestry. “The hills weren’t getting any flatter, and over the years the pasture damage from cattle was becoming unacceptable,” Bob said. “The labour required for a further increase in sheep numbers was a limitation too. “Increasing the amount of land under trees seemed like the best option on the steeper slopes and provide a way to reduce the cattle problem and hopefully provide a superannuation fund for myself and Robyn.” In 2010 they contracted Clinton Tepper of Heartwood Plantations to undertake a feasibility study to establish farm forestry on the property.

The following year, Bob planted 12.8 hectares of durable Eucalypt. The species selected were Yellow Stringybark, Southern Mahogany and Spotted Gum on a 20 to25 year rotation. The market for wood is high quality durable timber for exterior and interior. The trees are thinned twice during the rotation period. Income starts at age 1012 from pulpwood and firewood products. The returns from clear fall harvesting are projected to provide an annualized return of about 6 to 8 per cent on the original investment. The establishment costs have been significant as Bob has elected to do the planting and tree management work himself. These costs include the feasibility study, installation of tracks, fencing, preplanting, weed control, tree seedlings, fertiliser, browsing control and consulting fees.

Normally, these management activities can be out-sourced to a timber management company such as Heartwood Plantations. Bob and Robyn have planted 100,000 trees over the years. This includes remnant protection, revegetation and their farm forestry project. A rough breakdown is 20 per cent of the steepest gullies and water courses now fenced and revegetated, mainly with local species, 20 per cent in forestry on the steeper slopes above the gullies, also fenced, with durable Eucalypt species and the remaining 60 per cent, most of which is “tractorable” and grazed by sheep and cattle using the principles of rotational grazing. Sheep are also used to crash graze the forestry blocks to keep the grass down. Mr Tepper said the farm forestry business is not for

everyone, you need to be passionate and motivated. “This is no quick ‘get rich scheme’. The trick is to keep your eye on the prize and to get good advice at the outset and know the market for your timber product,” he said. It is hoped that the field day will be the catalyst for

Old will become new again: David Bickerton paid $5,800 at auction on behalf of G.J. Farm Machinery in Heatherton for this old tractor at Bill Sing’s clearance sale on Friday, May 2. “It’ll get a few things done to bring it up to mechanical and health and safety standard,” said David.

Murray Goulburn Co-operative recently announced a fifth step-up in the farmgate price for the 2013-14 season of $0.09 per kilogram butterfat and $0.19 per kilogram protein. This step-up takes MG’s weighted-average available price to $6.66 per kilogram milk solids. MG has also revised upward the forecast for the full year from its current price of $6.66 up to $6.85 per kilogram milk solids. External factors including fluctuating international commodity prices and currency movements may result

in a final price that is higher or lower than this forecast. This is the fifth step-up announced by MG this financial year and will deliver an additional $31 million to MG dairy farmers to support business cashflow. When this is combined with the four previously advised step-ups, MG has added $216 million to farmgate returns since announcing a record opening price for the 2013/14 season last July. MG managing director Gary Helou said, “Global prices for dairy ingredients have decreased from their record highs in the past two months. The Australian dollar has also seen some recent strength but remains lower than the same time last year.

Farming equipment good to go State sells off Rural Finance Corporation

It was a very good day with virtually 100 per cent of the items on sale sold. There was plenty on offer from the small 10 acre property but outside vendors were welcome to bring their own items to auction. The highest selling

items were a Landcruiser which went for $10,000 and a Fiat tractor selling at $5800. The sale brought about around 170 people with many buyers included in the mix. Despite predictions for a wet and miserable day, the weather held off and remained pleasant. The Lions Club was commended for their excellent catering on the day.

One man’s trash: David Wrench from Outtrim was a keen buyer at the Bill Sing auction. “I’ll put it down in the paddock for future reference,” he says of this old trailor.

THE Victorian Coalition Government has signed a heads of agreement for the sale of Rural Finance Corporation (RFC) business to Bendigo and Adelaide Bank (Bendigo) for a net return of approximately $400 million. Treasurer Michael O’Brien and Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said the Victorian Coalition Government was satisfied that the conditions of the agreement, combined with Bendigo’s extensive experience and positive reputation for rural finance, meant that this was the right opportunity for this divestment. But farmers have called on the Victorian Government to allocate its $460 million windfall from the sale of the Rural Finance Corporation into promoting, educating

and assisting young people into agriculture. “So we want a guarantee that the RFC’s Young Farmer Finance Scheme and it’s administration of drought and other concession loan schemes are maintained and independently administered,” Victorian Farmers Federation CEO Graeme Ford said. “And we also want an iron-clad guarantee that the $460 million goes into recruiting and assisting the next generation of food and fibre producers. RFC was built on the back of farmers and rural Victoria’s success.” The VFF is calling on the government to use the $460 million to reinstate the first farm grant, increase the budget available for the Young Farmer Finance Scheme, maintain the Young Agribusiness Professionals program and expanding the Agricultural Careers Officer program.

Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said the Coalition Government would boost investment in job creating infrastructure projects in regional Victoria, such as the historic Murray Basin Rail Project. Net proceeds of the RFC divestment will be earmarked for investment in new productive infrastructure in rural and regional Victoria.

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Nutritionist Debenham Australia As the year continues to march on it is important to look at your plans in regards to dry cow management, and I don't mean just putting them up the back and forgetting about them. Having put the work in to have cows in their ideal body condition at dry off, letting them go hungry and drop body weight in the dry period can really impact on next season's performance. It is well documented that cows who maintain a high dry matter intake throughout this time have improved intakes post calving, and a reduced risk of metabolic diseases. Providing a diet with 80-100megajoules of energy and 12 percent CP, should prevent any body condition loss during the dry period. While supplementing the cows with some starch will also ensure that rumen papillae are maintained, providing a greater surface area for nutrient absorption. Fodder quality is something we don't often think enough about, generally referring to hay or silage not good enough for milkers as dry cow feed. Giving very low quality, possibly mouldy hay or silage to dry cows is one way to really impact on the intake of your herd, as well as putting them at risk of aborting the calf. After all the hard work put in to get your cows to this point, knowing your plan and providing adequate quality feed is more important than you may think. If you want some support managing this plan then please feel free to contact us at Debenham Australia

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would like to thank all who attended the ‘Bowl for Varli’ barefoot bowls day, on Sunday 6th April, 2014. In particular for their donations and gifts, we would like to thank: - Capeview Mitre 10 - Wonthaggi Home Appliances & Betta Home Living - Wonthaggi Meat Supply - TNT Explosive Printz - Mitchell & Co Butchers - IGA San Remo - Ben Fisher & Elyse Pratt San Remo Hotel - Mario’s Bayside Bistro - Revive Beauty Salon - Evans Petroleum - Voyage Wonthaggi - Beachside Hair & Beauty San Remo - Haze Boutique - Woolworths Wonthaggi - Wonthaggi Club

- Band members (made up of Victoria Police members and local wine maker, Marcus Satchel) - Matt Elrington - Brown Forman - Rick - Purple Hen Wines - Liz - Penguin Brewery - Jarryd Roughead Hawthorn Football Club - Jarryd Blair – Collingwood Football Club - Mitch Golby – Brisbane Football Club - Bobby Blay - Rob Bolding - CFA - Deb (Lion) - Michael Giarrusso (Diageo)

Wonthaggi Police would especially like to thank the Wonthaggi Bowls Club, who donated their time and their venue, for the event. All donations were greatly appreciated, and in total we were able to raise over $6000 for ‘The Tony, Emma and Varli Recovery Fund’.

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Appointment to the Woolamai Recreation Reserve Committee of Management Incorporated

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To ensure the best possible management for the Crown land known as the Woolamai Racecourse and Recreation Reserve, the Minister for Environment & Climate Change is seeking nominations from the community to form part of the new Woolamai Recreation Reserve Committee of Management Incorporated.

Saturday & Sunday May 10 & 11 7am onwards

It is the department’s intention to appoint no more than 3 community representatives together with representatives of each user group of the reserve for a 3 year appointment.

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situations vacant CASUAL DAIRY farmhand for 2 to 3 months to help over calving. Start ASAP, in Meeniyan. Ph: 0421554511. CHEF 1st/2nd year, fulltime apprentice to join Moo’s team. Phone Marty 0402883142.

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Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault has vacancies for experienced counsellors, based in Morwell. The agency provides crisis intervention, individual counselling and group work, professional consultation and community education and community development strategies throughout the Gippsland region. The successful applicant will hold a relevant tertiary qualiďŹ cation and recent counselling experience within a therapeutic service. A feminist understanding of the social and legal issues pertaining to sexual assault is required. A position description can be obtained by contacting Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault on 5134 3922 or email mail@gippscasa.org Please address the selection criteria to Fiona Boyle, Chief Executive OfďŹ cer. Applications close 5pm on Monday 12 May, 2014.

We are a local salon in Leongatha offering Hairdressing and Beauty looking for an experienced and passionate hairdresser for Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every 2nd Saturday. Own clientele preferred. Above award wages for the right applicant! Send resumĂŠs to: hairdresserleongatha@gmail.com Applications close Tuesday 13th May 2014

MECHANIC WANTED

Our busy workshop on Phillip Island is looking for a fully qualiďŹ ed mechanic. The successful applicant should have a good eye for detail, good diagnostic problem solving skills and a strong work ethic. This position is full time, you will be required to carry out workshop repairs and RACV Patrol Work. We offer above award wages. Please call 5952 2059 or email resumĂŠ to ctcc@waterfront.net.au

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PULLETS Wednesday, May 14 Commercial crossbreds. Fully vaccinated. Not debeaked.

12wk (Isa Brown) $15 Available from Elders Past., Leongatha

11am Phone 5662 3523 to order now (Brian Larkin Poultry)

BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE FRIESIAN, ANGUS, HEREFORD, LIMO OR JERSEY All sound, young Hire or sale Phone 0447 331 762

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CABINET MAKER An award winning kitchen company is seeking a full-time qualified cabinet maker. Send written resumĂŠ and cover letter to: Leongatha Kitchens & Bathrooms 44 Yarragon Road, Leongatha VIC 3953 Email: info@leongathakitchens.com.au Fax: 03 5662 5880

livestock OLD PORT POULTRY FARM delivering 20-weekold laying hens to your area, Saturday May 10, $20 each. Ph: 0438-832535, a/h 5183-2515. RAMS Southdown, Poll Dorset, Border Leicester. Flock registered, brucellosis accredited, well bred, established breeder, from $100 each. Can deliver. 0428-356376.

agistment URGENT AGISTMENT wanted for quiet cows and calves. Ph: 5668-7234.

wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Phone Matt 0401-194601.

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

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Tanker Washers/ Drivers Murray Goulburn is a leading global FMCG organisation operating throughout Victoria. We are seeking Tanker Washers and Tanker Drivers to support the business on a casual/ temporary basis with the potential for permanent employment. Positions vacant in Cobram, Rochester, Kiewa, Koroit, Leongatha, Maffra. Washers/Drivers work on a rotating roster of day and night shifts, are multi-skilled and operate innovative Milk Tanker Heavy Vehicles collecting milk from our farms using the latest technology. Skills and experience required: â&#x20AC;˘ An excellent attitude towards safety â&#x20AC;˘ Initiative in ďŹ nding problems and resolving issues â&#x20AC;˘ Experience working with Single and B-Double combinations, routing technology, ďŹ&#x201A;ow meter technology and best practice driving standards â&#x20AC;˘ A current MC & HC Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence with 2+ years driving experience in this class â&#x20AC;˘ A clean driving record â&#x20AC;˘ An ability to complete pre-employment medical To apply: Please send your resumĂŠ to peopleconnect@mgc.com.au Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Expressions of interest close 30 May 2014

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FULL TIME - CONSULTANT Immediate start It is essential to have: â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent written and communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Competency in maths and computers (ie. Excel and Word) Experience in Travel Industry and interest/knowledge of surďŹ ng an advantage. Applications in writing on one A4 size paper to be faxed/emailed/posted by May 12. Fax: to 5682 1202 Email: info@atolltravel.com Postal: The Manager, Box 205, Foster 3960

ACCOUNTS CLERK Birch Ross & Barlow has a vacancy for an Accounts Clerk at their Leongatha office. Responsibilities and duties will include a sound knowledge of MYOB; management of accounts system; input of invoices; data entry; account reconciliation; production of reports; deed register and archive management. The role also includes diary management, client contact and general administration tasks. Please forward your application to the Accounts Manager, Birch Ross & Barlow, 50 Bair Street, Leongatha or email hmaclean@brblaw.com.au. Applications close Friday 9 May.

Your key role will be to assist visitors and tourists to the area when they attend one of our VICâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and to communicate by email and telephone. You will be responsible for assisting the Visitor Services Coordinator in key administration tasks, development of promotional material, and management of the online accommodation reservation system. The roles require weekend work on a rotating roster between the two centres. You will have Year 12 secondary education or equivalent and experience in Visitor Centre operations or in a similar tourism, customer service or administration role. Knowledge of the tourism sector and tourism qualiďŹ cations would be a distinct advantage. Please indicate in your application which position you are applying for, Enquiries to Paul Stampton, Manager Strategic Planning & Development on 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Application Form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description by 21 May 2014.

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FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSISTANT - FULL TIME Handley and Anderson Funeral Directors is a family owned business and has a vacancy for a full time Funeral Directors Assistant. â&#x20AC;˘ Must be well presented with good communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Must hold a current Victorian driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent written and oral communication skills â&#x20AC;˘ Must be available to work on a rostered system which includes weekend, week night and public holiday as required. Experience or exposure to the funeral industry is desirable, however not essential. Wages - Above Award Rate - 38 hour week + overtime. The successful applicant will have well developed organisational skills including the ability to work with minimum supervision and will be fully trained in the requirements of the role upon commencement. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Applications close Friday 16th May, 2014 Please send resumĂŠ to: Scott & Sharon Anderson Handley and Anderson Funeral Directors 176-178 Graham Street, WONTHAGGI 3995 Or email: enquiries@handleyandandersonfunerals.com.au

BIRCH ROSS & BARLOW

Support Workers/ Registered Nurses

Lawyers 50 Bair Street, Leongatha 3953 Phone 5662 2275

(20 minutes from Leongatha or 30 minutes from Warragul)

1 Permanent full time position Plus Casual positions available Band 4 + super (+ 25% loading for casual position) Council has some exciting opportunities for customer focussed Visitor Information OfďŹ cers to join the Prom Country Visitor Information Centres located in Korumburra and Foster.

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Location - Trida Interchange Gippsland creates opportunities for young people with a disability and their families by providing individualised respite and support services in the Gippsland community.

Concrete Pump Operator and Hose Man Leongatha Prestige Concrete Pumping is based in Leongatha, and has been operating for over 8 years. Currently we operate 2 large concrete boom pumps and our main focus is to provide great customer service to all construction companies. We are seeking a Concrete Boom Pump Operator/ Hose man to operate one of our boom pumps on a full time bases. Employment will generally be 5 days per week with the occasional Saturday morning and rates will be depending on qualiďŹ cations. We believe that employing people with the right attitude is paramount. We are looking for someone with good work ethic, reliability, self motivation and be able to work un-supervised, with some machinery or concrete experience preferred. It would be an advantage if you held the following: â&#x20AC;˘ A current Heavy Rigid truck license. â&#x20AC;˘ A current Construction Industry Induction card Please email resumĂŠ to: prestige@gemindustrial.com.au or send to: Leongatha Prestige Concrete Pumping PO Box 91 LEONGATHA, VIC, 3953

We are seeking motivated and skilled individuals to support a 9 year old girl with complex medical and disability support needs. Support is required for all activities of daily living, including personal care, PEG feeding, mobility support, administering medications, physical therapy, and social support to achieve educational and community inclusion goals. Successful applicants will be provided with comprehensive and administering medications, and have experience in disability or a health related discipline. Weekend availability is an advantage. Position Descriptions and applications available online at www.icg.asn.au. Questions to Shilo Wilson, Manager Respite & Support. Interchange Gippsland is a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Childwiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; organisation and successful applicants will be required to undergo comprehensive screening. Applications close Sunday 25 May.

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FIREWOOD Local messmate / stringy / bluegum. Discount for bulk loads, cut, split and dry.$90 per metre. Ph: 0437176187.

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FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. 2003 FORD TRANSIT minibus, registered until September 2014, WAV807, 11 seats plus driver, manual, diesel. Has towbar and good size boot. Good condition $20,000 ONO. South Gippsland area. Ph: 0417-763946. HAY: small squares, excellent quality, shedded, suitable for horses. New season, $10 each. Can deliver, conditions apply. 5664-1320. LEATHER LOUNGE 3 piece suite, burgundy, ‘Integral’ brand, superior quality leather, Australian made. Cost $5,500, as new condition, $3,500 ONO. 5662-2570. LOUNGE SUITE Vintage Jacobean style, 3 piece, cream/beige, VGC, $750. 5662-2570. LUCERNE HAY 40 rolls, and 40 rolls of lucerne silage, in Mirboo North area. Contact Joe 0428585954. SLASHER 6’ x 6’ $1,000. Postie bike $1,500. Ph: 0419-696655. 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. SYNTHETIC GRASS Attention all sporting clubs and interested individuals. Ideal for converting any grassed outdoor areas. We are selling secondhand ex Outdoor Bowling Green Synthetic Grass. It is 15mm high sand filled rubber backed 3600mm wide and in strips approx 15m long. Price $8 per square metre. Pick up only, South Gippsland area. For more information please contact Paul on 0418-606027. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261. YAMAHA TTR 125 LE, 2012, $3,700. Very good condition. Ph: 0457797488.

bereavement thanks BRYDON - Audrey. Audrey’s family would like to thank the emergency department staff at Leongatha hospital for their excellent care during her last admission. We also thank friends and family for their various expressions of sympathy and support. Kerry, Ross and Karen Brydon.

in memoriam MATERIA Gaetano (Tom). May 4, 1990 As time goes by our loving memories live on. Always remembered and loved. Love your wife, Pina, and family.

funerals WORTHY - A Southern Hills Church funeral service for the late Mr Gordon Max (Max) Worthy will be held at the Uniting Church, Bridge Street, Korumburra on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at 11am. A committal service for burial will precede the above service at the Korumburra Cemetery commencing at 10am.

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LAY - Doug. The Korumburra Lions members and partners mourn the passing of a long time member and friend to us all. A gentle nature, a heart of gold, these are the memories we will hold. He will be sadly missed by us all. Rest in peace - Lion Doug Lay. SAARIO - Stanley Oscar. Thank you for being our Grandpa. We will miss our phone calls. Mary and Michael Baxter and family. WORTHY - Gordon Max (Max). Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on May 2, 2014 aged 89 years, late of Korumburra. Dearly loved husband of Beryl for 60 wonderful years. Loved and loving father of Chris and Kerry, and Maxine. Cherished Grandpa of Lori and Mark, Jess and Katie, Kane and Julia; Narelle and Brad, Bryan and Shobie, Owen and Jessica, and great grandpa of Tiger Lily; Shari and Hannah; Isobel; Nisha, Priya; Nate, Grace and Hugo. Forever in our hearts.

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births SAARIO (Jans) Congratulations to Matthew and Pauline on the safe arrival of Abbie Catharina on May 1 at Leongatha Hospital. A sister for Jayden. A darling granddaughter for Jean and Charles Saario, a niece for Robert, Christine and Andrew, Katherine and Travis, Melissa and Jock, Jessica, and David, cousin for Benjamin (dec), Alistair and Tamsyn.

engagements BROWNE - SATCHWELL Alan and Sharryn Browne of Buffalo along with Alan and Sharyn Satchwell of Leongatha would like to announce the engagement of Aaron and Erin as of 2.5.2014. May your dreams come true together, forever.

message of hope “... IT is better ... to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. 1 Peter 3:17

By Tayla Kershaw A ROWING challenge fundraiser for the Varli Blake Appeal on Saturday, resulting in approximately $1200. A large crowd gathered at the Wonthaggi Plaza to witness four teams rowing in action. The teams of four represented the Wonthaggi Police, the paramedics, Voyage Fitness and Wonthaggi Power Football Club. The Wonthaggi Plaza held a rowing event last year with proceeds going towards breast cancer awareness. This year, the plaza decided to support the Varli Blake Appeal. Constable Blake was heavily involved

with the Wonthaggi Police but was injured in the line of duty with the Victoria Police at the start of the year. She is a beloved member of the community and faces a long road to recovery. The appeal aims to provide support for her family and relieve some of the financial stress. “We’ve has plenty of interest and it’s nice to have Varli’s mum here to support the event,” friend and co-founder of the Varli Blake Appeal Karen Wynne said. Media personality Megan Harris organised the event. Cash prizes were on offer for the team that rowed the longest distance with all donations going towards the Varli Blake Appeal. The Voyage Fitness team came away victorious.

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Team work: Wonthaggi Senior Constables Ash Bell, Brent Whyte, Mel Goodman and Ian Bruhn took on the rowing machine for beloved police member Varli Blake.

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Generous support: Julie Bloch, Varli Blake’s mother Kathy Sydenham and Karen Wynne thank everyone for their donations.

POLICE BRIEFS Boat break in BRAZEN thieves stole a dept sounder electronic gauge from the rear of a boat in Tarwin on April 23. The boat owner from Berwick had tied up his vessel at a mooring across from the Tarwin Store at 3pm. He was gone for about 15 minutes while he visited the store. The boat is valued at about $500. Inverloch Police are investigating.

Scrap metal scheme SIX old batteries and two radiators were stolen from a Korumburra business over the weekend. The Sanders Street property was entered through the back. The latch on the back gate had been cut with bolt cutters to allow access into

the yard. The offenders entered with a trailer to steal the batteries and radiators. Police believe these items have been stolen to sell as scrap metal. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Korumburra Police.

Golf club attacked AN undisclosed amount of money was stolen from the Meeniyan Golf Club on April 27. Thieves broke into the golf club on the Meeniyan Promontory Road by jemmying open a window and gaining access. Bass Coast Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating.

Fake fifty found A COUNTERFEIT $50 note has been detected in Wonthaggi. A man went to the

Woolworths Liquor Store and purchased alcohol and cigarettes with the fake note. Police are investigating and warn store attendants to carefully check all currency received.

Windows busted TWO windows of a car were smashed in Foster on Friday night. The 2000 Hyundai Sudan was left outside the Parks Victoria depot and damaged between 6pm and 7am. The offenders have not yet been identified. Foster Police are investigating.

Reckless vandal A HOON driver performed wheelies on the oval of the Wonthaggi Secondary College South Dudley Campus. The damage caused to oval amounted to around $200. The crime occurred after 9pm on Wednesday night.

Wonthaggi Police are investigating a number of leads in this case.

Police station glassed GLASS bottles were used to crack a window at the San Remo Police Station on Sunday night. Police were not at the station at the time. The damage value is not known at this point. Entry to the station was not gained.

Truck struck A TRUCK was seriously damaged by rocks and mud in Kernot last week. The vehicle was parked on private property on Suckling’s Road when vandals smashed windows, headlights and the indicator fittings. Wonthaggi Police are following a number of leads in this matter and are appealing for further help from the

public.

Vengeful act A DISGRUNTLED patron broke a window after being refused entry to Wonthaggi’s Capital nightclub. The incident occurred at 11.30pm on April 26. A 33 year old San Remo woman has been processed for this offence by Wonthaggi Police.

Drug trafficker caught A CONSIDERABLE quantity of cannabis was located in a vehicle on Sunday night in Wonthaggi. Wonthaggi Police intercepted the vehicle at 11.15pm after receiving information about the activities of the occupants. A 32 year old Wonthaggi man was arrested for trafficking and possessing a drug of dependence.

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Sea Eagles stick together equality. In this way they respect the coaches and appreciate the game.” The footballers and netballers actively support each other by coming to games, sharing roles and training together. The netballers constantly train on the oval to be on the same level as the footballers and even challenge the boys to step it up. “These are little thing we can do to chip away at the gender inequality issue,” Mr Soumilas said. “By training together, the boys both understand and see how hard the girls work to participate in their sport.” The two sides of the club share Thursday nights together and engage in activities that will include and entertain both groups. Recently, Mr Soumilas took a few boys and girls to Camp Summit, which proved to be a huge success. “The people at the camp were absolutely blown away,” Mr Soumilas said. “Generally the camp has been a male event and it was fantastic to see how impressed the camp was with the inclusion of the girls.” The club will be looking to promote their equality message further in the future and ensure women are included on all levels.

By Tayla Kershaw INVERLOCH Kongwak Football Netball has gender equality at the forefront. Senior’s coach Ben Soumilas has stepped up to ensure everyone has a fair go at the club. “The great thing about talking to Phil Cleary at the Women in our Club session (Wednesday April 30) is that he makes you think of all the things you could do,” Mr Soumilas said. “But then he makes you realise all the good stuff that is already happening in the club. “We want the community to be proud of our boys and make them understand

In it together: (front L-R) Gaby Martin, Sophie Bolam, thirds captain Michael MacKay, (middle L-R) Caitlyn Chizzoniti, Bethany Scott, Chelsea Scott, (back L-R) Max Burton, Zed Tonkin, seniors coach Ben Soumilas, Campbell McKenzie and Ben Barron are all supporters of gender equality at Inverloch Kongwak Football Netball Club.

Meeniyan Bowling Club Presentation Night THE Meeniyan Bowling club held its presentation night on Thursday, April 24.

ALBERTON FNL has a new smartphone app where live scores will be available at the tap of a button.

• Wonthaggi table tennis

For all senior matches the home club will enter the quarter by quarter scores. By accessing the Alberton FNL app all interested people can keep abreast of what is happening around the league on match day. This has already proved very successful and popular during the last weekend’s games. The Alberton Football Netball League now has 370 people who have signed to use the free app. Get on board and be kept up to date with all the local footy scores.

Veterans win again GEELONG Table Tennis Centre was the venue for more Wonthaggi wins last weekend, with Wonthaggi’s formidable veteran players coming home with another 11 cash prizes.

Ladies club champion: from left runner-up Leonie Hanks, A. Vanwamel lady president, winner Marj Pearson sixth time.

Men’s winners: back from left, Bob Wylie, Alan Hanks president, Col Hair club champion, R. Thorson, K. Bidwell; front, Mick Scott, G. Daniels and John Cocking.

Mirboo North Golf Club Thursday, April 30 results. Competition: Stableford. Day winner: Dave Woodall (5) 42 pts. DTL’s: Paul Woodall 41 pts, Steve Bickerton 41 pts, Ray Thompson 38

pts and Russell Pentland 36 pts. Saturday, May 3 results. Competition: Monthly Medal. Medal Winner: (A Grade) Terry Donnison (10) 73 nett c/b. Winner B Grade and Medal Winner: Gary Ren-

wick (17) 67 nett. DTL’s: G Watson 73 nett, J Cutts 74 nett, M Lont 74 nett, I Evison 74 nett & S McInnes 74 nett. Second shot NTP: first hole: J Woodall. NTP: 4th: G. Watson; 6th M Payne; 13th and pro pin S. McInnes, 16th T. Whitelaw.

Smartphone footy

Mick Wright, Case deBondt, Averil Roberts and Michael Ede were all successful in an Open Championship event that had the biggest field so far this year in Victoria. The Centre was also host to a Seniors/Juniors combined Championship event the previous day which again had a huge number of entries from both Victorian and interstate players. Wonthaggi junior Zach Anstey was in top form and played some outstanding matches. His best win was in the highly competitive Combined Senior/Junior Division 2 event. He defeated the top seeded player and other strong players (including Mark Taylor from Warrnambool) to win this event. Well done Zach! Local matches were interesting last week. In A Grade Bruce Harmer and Case deBondt played out a thriller (First Timers v Wipeout). Bruce (Wipeout) eventually won on the seventh with the scores to Bruce 10-12, 118, 14-12, 9-11, 11-9, 1412. Definitely one of the most competitive sets for the year. A Reserve had a thriller between Jarrod Donohue (Rollin Rabbits) and Sean

Michael (SDM) with Sean successful in the fourth game. David Kimmins and Leigh Allamby (Anger Management) won a vital final doubles set against Jo Taylor, Leonie Anstey (Just Rite) which played out to the fifth game. In B Grade eight year old Juan Lacanaria is making waves and showing continuing improvement and determination. He defeated another equally determined young player Beau Allamby in three last week after going down 8-11 in the first game.

Ladders

A Grade Hit Out ....................28 27 (111) First Timers ............ 20 18 (92) Clogwogs ................. 16 18 (93) Inverloch (bye) ....... 12 15 (76) Handicapped ............ 12 15 (76) Question Mark ........... 4 14 (72) Wipeout .................... 0 11 (58) A Reserve SDM......................... 12 17 (56) Fearsome 3Some....... 8 14 (47) Anger Manage .......... 8 12 (38) Just Rite .................... 4 13 (50) Young & Oldies.......... 4 10 (39) Rollin Rabbits ............ 0 8 (32) B Grade The Experts (bye) .... 16 12 (29) Epic & Awesome ........ 8 11 (26) The Experienced........ 8 10 (24) The Eleits ................... 4 9 (22) No Idea ........................ 4 8 (25)

Leading players A Grade Justin Licis ....................... 14 (56) Bruce Harmer ................... 13 (55) Michael Ede ..................... 11 (48) Dirk Holwerda ................. 10 (45) Case de Bondt .................... 8 (36) Fred de Bondt..................... 7 (28) A Reserve Nancy Pattinson ................. 5 (17) Sean Michael...................... 5 (17) Jo Taylor ............................. 4 (13) David Kimmins .................. 4 (12) Matthew Kent..................... 4 (12) Daniel Park......................... 3 (12) Leonie Anstey .................... 3 (12) B Grade Archie Paxton..................... 8 (16) Rory Gow (bye) ................. 6 (12) Matthew Kent..................... 6 (12) Ben Kent ............................ 6 (11)

Leongatha Junior footy CGJFL ladders UNDER 10 W L D

Leongatha .....2 Moe Maroons..2 Mirboo Nth ....1 Trafalgar.......1 Youth Club ....1 Hill & Rovers ...1 Yinnar .............1 Newb Reds......1 Yallourn Nth ....0 Moe Blues .......0 Mor Tigers ......0 Newb Blues .....0

0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 0

0 1100.00 0 365.00 0 350.00 0 127.27 0 537.50 0 221.43 0 100.00 0 71.43 0 23.38 0 15.49 0 10.11 0 0.00

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Trafalgar.......2 Youth Club ....2 Yinnar..........2 Leongatha .....2 Moe Maroons..1 Mirboo North...1 Moe Blues .......1 New Reds........1 Hill & Rovers ...0 Yallourn Nth ....0 New Blues .......0 Mor Tigers ......0

0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 0

0 1628.57 0 800.00 0 675.00 0 653.85 0 166.67 0 146.43 0 76.74 0 66.18 0 13.75 0 10.75 0 9.41 0 4.17

Pts

8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0

UNDER 14 W L D

Youth Club ....2 Trafalgar.......2 Leongatha .....2 Yinnar..........2 Moe Maroons..1 New Blues .......1 New Reds........1 Yallourn Nth ....1 Hill & Rovers ...0 Moe Blues .......0 Mor Tigers ......0 Mirboo North ..0

0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2

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

500.00 413.33 385.71 268.89 174.19 133.85 99.14 65.09 33.07 26.99 24.53 18.31

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8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0

CGJFL UNDER 10 Leongatha 7.6.48 d Morwell Tigers 1.2.8 Leongatha Goals: J. Burns 4, T. Burt 2, N. Beavis 2, L. Marshman 2, F. Moon 2, T. Richards 1, R. Weaver 1, A. Kemper 1, Z. Lamers 1. Best: M. Mancarella, Z. Lamers, A. Kemper, M. Harry, B. Hanrahan, R. Checkley. UNDER 12 Leongatha 5.5.35 d Morwell Tigers 0.3.3 Leongatha Goals: F. Materia 2, C. Russell 1, L. Boyle 1, K. Clarkson 1. Best: K. Clarkson, F. Materia. J. Dennison, C. Michael, D. Sturtevant, C. Russell. UNDER 14 Leongatha 11.13.79 d Morwell Tigers 3.1.19 Leongatha Goals: B. Hastings 7, J. Wilson 3, B. Thorson 2, D. Anderson 2, J. Hastings, 2, J. McFarlane 1, M. Hoober 1, R. Coleman 1, S. Benra 1, B. Perry 1, C. Preston 1. Best: B. Hastings, C. Preston, B. Thorson, D. Anderson, J. Yates, J. Hastings.

AJFL UNDER 11 Leongatha 1.1.7 lt Korumburra-Bena 7.9.51 Leongatha Goals: R. Kemp. Best: F. Materia, T. Bacon, J. Thomas, J. Lindsay, A. Trease, R. Patterson.

UNDER 13 Wonthaggi Power 5.7.37 d Leongatha Jnr 4.5.29 Leongatha Goals: J. Fisher 1, A. Mancarella 1, L. O’Neill 1, J. Lamers 1. Best: K. Casbolt, C. Krohn, M. McGannon, W. McDonald, B. Cox, A. Ballagh.

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Badminton starts tonight THE Leongatha Badminton Club has selected its teams for the 2014 season with play beginning tonight, May 6 at 7.30pm. Teams are as follows: A Grade Bombers: Greg Marshman, Maurice Simpson, Jim Newton. Hawks: Jason Richards, Nigel Grimes, Jamie Davidson. Tigers: Frank Dekker, Arthur Grabham, Brayden Krohn. Magpies: Tim Bright, Roger Callister, Gail Beer. Kangaroos: Mike Timpano, Gary McGrath, Rodney Wyatt. B Grade Bulldogs: Glen O’Neill, Leanne Wilkin-

son. Blues: Chris Holt, Scott Marshall. Swans: Tracey Ryan, Guilia Joyce. Saints: Connor Krohn, Matt Patterson. Demons: Leonie Degman, Ben Ryan. All players are encouraged to bring a plate of supper and the bye team for A Grade is Bombers. The bye team for B Grade is Demons. While numbers are slightly down this season, we do look forward to a very competitive year ahead. Any enquiries regarding teams or draws can be directed to Frank Dekker on 5668 5285 or Rhonda Newton 0409 212 365.

Bridge Results

Flying start for Term Two TERM two was off to a running, jumping start at the Leongatha Secondary School with the hotly contested House Athletics shield up for grabs. On such days participation is as important as competition, on and off the track, and the 2014 House Athletics Carnival was no exception. Indeed, such days would not get off the ground at all if it wasn’t for the army of staff and students pitching in to make it all happen. The shield was won by Joatoba House narrowly from Mittyak.

Red and fast: Olivia Cope shows why the red house, Joatoba ran out winners.

Higher and longer: another winning red house effort, Cam Ellis is a dedicated athlete both at school and out of school.

Meeniyan - Monday evening 1st Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt. 2nd Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope. 3rd Sally and Brian Hoskins. 4th Kathryn Smith and David Baggallay. Tarwin Lower - Tuesday afternoon 1st Frank Arndt and Clive Hope. 2nd Anne Gibson and Althea Drew. 3rd Kathryn Smith and Colin Cameron. 4th Margaret Munro and Mary McCaughan. Inverloch - Friday afternoon First week of the teams results: 1st Arndt team. 2nd Oakley team. 3rd Drury team. 4th Sutton team.

Korumburra Volleyball Results Round 10 A Grade: Warriors d Champions (2:1) 25:22, 22:25, 21:16 Golliwogs d Giants (2:0) 29:27, 25:20, 7:12. B Grade:

Chargers d Shark Bait (3:0) 25:18, 25:16, 20:17. T.N.T. d Hopefuls (3:0) 25:15, 25:12, 25:17. Panthers d Misfits (3:0) 25:16, 25:14, 25:20.

Scramble: the Easter egg hunt went down a treat with the children.

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TIDES Easter fishing 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

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11 SUN

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height (metres)

0448 1045 1733 2314

1.38 0.45 1.53 0.64

0530 1121 1810 2352

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1.29 0.59 1.42

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0.67 1.26 0.67 1.38

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0.67 1.25 0.76 1.34

0219 0929 1434 2127

0.65 1.28 0.82 1.33

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0.60 1.36 0.86 1.34

All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM

competition

UNFORTUNATELY Mother Nature was not very helpful with weather conditions and tides not conducive to great fishing for the Easter weekend. With 28 senior members entered, 1 senior nonmember and 3 juniors, only a handful caught anything worth weighing in. Results were as follows: Senior members 1st - Phil Nebel with a Silver Trevally, 620g for 496pts 2nd - Bill Gilliam with a

Third: Dale Walker placed third with his flathead.

Flathead, 520g for 360pts 3rd - Dale Walker with a Flathead, 500g for 250pts Senior Non Members 1st Senior Non-Member – Fiona with a Flathead, 280g for 140pts No juniors weighed in. Our second annual Easter “Battle of the Sexes” was a non-event with no female members weighing fish in this year, so the men won by default. This makes it one all. The pressure will be on the girls next year! On the plus side – an extremely successful Easter egg hunt was hosted by the Venus Bay Angling Club open to all children in town. Easter Eggs were found, art and craft activities were

provided and morning tea of hot cross buns, scones and drinks were served. Well done to all the volunteers who made it possible.

Runner-up: Bill Gilliam finished second in the seniors with his flathead.

A GRADE was a tight match between Dominators and Legends +1 with just one game the difference. With Allan Robic performing at 100 per cent he did all he could do to bring his team over the line. His teammate Caitlyn Taylor had a shocker night only managing to get five single scores in two matches but redeemed herself with a win over Thai Do. But it was the doubles game won by Allan and John McCarthy in four sets that brought team Legends+1 over the line although Dominators, Kevin Dowling, Dom Murdica and Thai Do, fought a gallant fight. A Reserve players are not content with playing three sets to achieve a win. They are getting all their money’s worth and dragging on the night by playing four and five set matches. A total of 20 matches played resulting in four sets and nine matches resulting in five sets. B Grade has a ladder leader change. Allsome overcome the wielding knives of the Meat Cleavers to lead the ladder and The Flaming Table Tennis Balls advance from the bottom of the ladder for Stingers to sit on the bottom. As the B Grade teams start the third round of games will team Allsome and Meat Cleavers who have dominated the start of the season become complacent or will the remaining teams just select that next gear, put the pedal to the metal and do some lane changing.

Results Winner: Phil Nebel won with his silver trevally.

A Grade: Farmers 8-25 d My Team 3-17, Legends

+1 6-20 d Dominators5-18, DKAT 7-23 d Dreamers 4-18, False Hope - bye. A Reserve: STG 6-20 d T3B’s 5-16, No Name 10-31 d DIA 1-15, DTB 7-26 d RJ’s 4-15, JCM 9-30 d HMR 2-8. B Grade: Malibu 3-9 d The Flaming Table Tennis Balls 2-6, Allsome 5-15 d Stingers 0-0, Meat Cleavers 4-12 d Team Teame 0-2.

Ladders

A Grade Legends +1 ................ 14-58-201 My Team .................... 14-56-205 DKAT ......................... 12-54-204 Farmers ...................... 10-46-161 False Hope .................... 4-37-138 Dreamers ....................... 4-36-145 Dominators.................... 2-41-139 A Reserve JCM ............................ 16-52-179 STG............................. 14-61-229 T3B’s .......................... 12-46-124 No Name..................... 10-54-202 DTB............................. 10-43-154 DIA.............................. 10-40-146 RJ’s.............................. 10-39-135 Nissan............................ 4-27-124 HMR ............................... 0-23-94 B Grade Allsome ......................... 14-28-98 Meat Cleavers .............. 14-25-84 Malibu ............................ 8-21-72 Team Teame ................... 6-18-71 The Flaming TT Balls ..... 4-18-58 Stingers ........................... 2-20-32

Aggregate A Grade Allan R. ....................................26 Dirk H. .....................................26 Neil C. ......................................22 Kevin D. ...................................19 Bryce H. ...................................17 A Reserve Michael W. ...............................26 Michael B. ................................26 Stuart C. ...................................25 Daniel T. ...................................23 Trent W. ....................................23 B Grade Justin A.....................................15 Keiron B. ..................................14 Callvin D. ................................. 11 Eldon W......................................8 Tahlia B. .....................................7

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Brian Newey Trophy: Korumburra and Leongatha line up before the start of the Brian Newey Trophy.

Korumburra dominates soccer Seniors THE weather turned icy cold for the seniors in the first leg of the Brian Newey Trophy. Korumburra had six under16s playing for them in a great effort by these young men to play up. Both teams were determined to score but Korumburra had most of the ball in the first half. Korumburra went into the break with a 5-0 lead. The second half saw more of the same with Korumburra continuing to dominate across the pitch. Leongatha worked hard in defence but just could not stop a dominant performance by Korumburra. Goals: Korumburra: Daniel Longden 3, Ben Rotheram 2, Tom Lucas, Hayden Smith (an under 16

player), Greg Walker and Jimmy Parnell 1.

Womens Korumburra started well with Leongatha defending well. Both sides’ defences were hard to penetrate and scoring opportunities were few: 0-0 at half time. The second half continued along the same lines, both teams determined to score but just as determined to defend. Chloe Rodda was a late injury in goals for Korumburra but they held on for a nil-all draw.

U16’s Leongatha started the game with a strong wind behind them but it was Korumburra making all the early moves. Although they had three

players missing Korumburra still dominated play for most of the first half. With the help of the wind behind them Korumburra soon found the net with a powerful shot from Hayden Smith. Noah Strenz, who was having an excellent game in his return to the U16s, scored the second goal as Korumburra continued to open up Leongatha’s defence. Hayden Smith scored the third and his second with an individual effort ten minutes from the end. Harry McNeil added a fourth for Korumburra to complete a comprehensive victory to Korumburra. Final score 4-0 Korumburra.

Under 13s The second round of the

season saw a blustery, cold day for Korumburra versus Leongatha. The Under 13s saw an exciting game with all players playing exceptionally good games. A late goal in the first half

saw Leongatha take a 1-0 lead going in to the break. The second half was a tighter tussle with Leongatha getting two more goals to take a 3-0 lead and Korumburra missing good opportunities.

Kristie Smith crossed the ball from a corner finding Jacob El-Ali at the back post giving Korumburra U13s their first goal of the season. Five minutes later Korumburra had a free kick that brought about a hand ball in

the box. Kristie Smith hit the cross bar then followed up with a tap in to make it 3-2. Korumburra conceded a late goal giving Leongatha a 4-2 win.

Under 13s: A veritable wall makes it look close to impossible for this ball to make it into the net.

Leongatha Cycling Club SATURDAY racing was back to normal club racing and the circuit was around the tough LeongathaNerrena-Mardan-Leongatha circuit.

The winning group: from left, Gerry Carcour (B Grade winner), Michael Thomas (Club Champion), Chris Leaver (A Minor winner) and Peter Waters (C Grade winner).

Leongatha Golf Club men’s Championships THE final round of the Leongatha Golf Club Men’s Championship was played on Saturday. After battling with wet and windy weather during the first two rounds which proved too tough for many entrants, players enjoyed some relatively good golfing conditions for the final round. Michael Thomas, playing off scratch, completed another good round of 71 to post a three round gross total of 223 to comfortably win the 2014 Club Championship by 19 strokes from Chris Leaver. It was the sixth time that Michael has been successful in this event, a great achievement. Winners of other grades included: A Minor winner Chris Leaver, runner-up Terry

Lund. Winning score 242, winning margin 15. B Grade winner Gerry Carcour, runner-up Malcolm Legge. Winning score 268, winning margin 3. C Grade winner Peter Waters, runner-up David Barrack. Winning score 283, winning margin 67.

D Grade winner Garry Sharrock, runner-up Dan malone. Winning score 308, winning margin 67. Senior champion Chris Leaver, runner-up Geoff McDonald. Winning score 242, winning margin 6. Junior champion Nic Cairns 247.

In fine form: from left, Garry Sharrock (D Grade winner) with runner up Dan Malone.

Fortunately the rain stayed away and race conditions were pretty good. The club welcomed along six riders from Warragul, a new rider and several having their first ride of the season. The senior race over the 38km circuit saw the two scratch riders chasing bunches at two minute, five minute, eight minute, 11 minute and 14 minute intervals. The trio on limit were Damien King, David Bennett and Michael Park. They were followed by a quartet of Gary Campbell, Kerry Pritchard, Austin Timmins and Harrison McLean. By the time these riders reached the hill top at Mardan it was Austin and Kerry out in front with Austin showing the benefit of his Wednesday night training with the bunch doing it pretty easily. The steep pinch up past Grays Road saw Austin out in front and on his own against the field. Austin powered into Leongatha to claim a clear win in a time of 1.10.47. Meanwhile behind, the six rider bunches at eight minutes and five minutes had come together whilst new rider Matt Sullivan had dropped his co-markers on second scratch to get to the

main chasing bunch. This bunch rounded up all the others on the run back into Leongatha to bring a bunch sprint for the minor places. The finish was an uphill drag in Horn Street near the Special School. Second place went to the Warragul stalwart Jeff Thompson in 1.05.30. Third went to Chis Rowe, 4th to David Supple and 5th to another Warragul rider John Batten all at the same time. Steve Wilson was next in at 1.08.39. A short break saw a tired Neil White cross in 8th place at 1.09.13. The Warragul rider Colin Manintveld was 9th at 1.09.40 then Matt Sullivan finished at 10th and Fastest Time of 1.03. 52 sec.

The scratch duo battled to go with the bunches and finished at 21 and 22nd in a time of 1.04.37. The hills and tough circuit produced a range of performances with riders mostly having plenty to do over the coming weeks. The Junior riders raced 20km out and back to the Meeniyan-Nerrena Rd corner. Limit was Oliver McLean at 5.30 ahead of Thomas Fitzgerald at 5.00min whilst on scratch the handicapper had Bernadette Fitzgerald and Alex Bennett. This duo worked well but with Alex being fond of the course it was not long before he had dropped all behind to also ride home a clear winner in a time of 40.07 min.

In the sprint for the minor places it was Thomas edging out sister Bernadette whilst Oliver came home for 4th. Next week the club members get to join the Caulfield-Carnegie riders for racing at the Phillip Island car circuit. This is a great opportunity to race on a closed circuit with good competition. Also over the weekend the Ararat Junior tour was on and this event attracts a big field with plenty of riders over from South Australia. Thomas McFarlane and Will Lumby were taking part and both missed the podium in the time trial and Saturday’s road stages. They will both be hoping for better form closer to the State Titles.

Tough circuit racing: Saturday, May 3. From left, second place, Jeff Thompson (Warragul); Junior event winner, Alex Bennett; winner, Austin Timmins and third, Chris Rowe.

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Section 3 winners: from left, Foster-Welshpool’s Di Walker, Sue Wylie, Jan Best, Trudi Prue and Judy Prain.

South Gippsland Women’s THE South Gippsland Women’s Golf As-

Leongatha SATURDAY saw the completion of the Club Championships with Michael Thomas playing off scratch having a huge day to score a 71 off the stick and win his 6th Championship. He also took out the daily A Grade competition and won the Monthly Medal in a countback from John Eabry. B Grade was won by Malcom Legge (15) with a nett 74 in a countback and John Eabry (19) played well to win C Grade

sociation played their last day of pennant in Section Two and Three at the Leongatha Golf Club last Monday, April 28.

with a nett 71. NTP’s were Geoff McDonald on the 4th hole, David Forbes on the 7th, Nic Cairns on the 14th and Peter Hartigan on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Terry Lund, Nick Lafferty, Andy Bassett, Peter Waters, Gerry Carcour, Stuart de Bondt, David Forbes, Peter Jaspers, Ian Murchie, Nic Cairns, Geoff McDonald and Peter Hobson. Tuesday saw the completion of the Tuesday Championship with Andy Cairns playing

On the green: Leongatha’s Ian Murchie and Terry Lund have their sights set on the next hole.

The winners in Section Two were Leongatha and the winners in Section Three were Foster-Welshpool.

off 10 scoring 36 points to win the Championship with a 2 round total of 72 points. He also took out the daily competition. Peter Walsh was runner in the Championship with 69 points and Russell Williams finished 3rd with 67 points. Dan Hendry, a visitor from Rosanna, was NTP on the 4th hole. Other NTP winners were Peter Walsh on the 7th, Geoff McDonald on the 14th and Russell Williams on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Rus-

sell William, Stan Crundwell (Rosanna), Jo Lowell, Peter Walsh, Geoff Randal (Rosanna), Colin Bear and Barry Stevens. Thursday was a Par competition with Alan Edney (16) successful in A Grade with +2, whilst Paul Luck (23) too out B Grade with +3 NTP’s were Ian Murchie on the 4th hole, John Eabry on the 14th and Bruce Hutton on the 16th. Balls were won by Peter Brownlie, Steve Fisher, Peter

Inverloch represented: Inverloch’s Denis McDonald, Gerry Carcour and Malcolm Legge take their golf skills to Leongatha.

Section 2 winners: from left, Leongatha’s Maxine Eabry, Pat Pease, Meryle Findlay and Julie Howard. Absent: Trish Owen, Wendy Brown and Maria Maher. Waters, Joe Lovell, Bryan McCorkell, Chris Leaver, Peter Jaspers, Dave Barrock, Geoff Brewer and John Eabry.

Leongatha ladies THE qualifying round of the Royal Women’s Hospital 4BBB Stableford event was held last Wednesday, with the day’s play being sponsored by Colin Watson Holden. The winners were Wendy Parker and Maxine Eabry 40 points, just ahead of Faye Quilford and Noreen Webster with 39 points. Both pairs qualify for the District play off at Wonthaggi on May 30. D.T.L. balls went to Toni West and Rita DeBondt 38 points, Marg Berry and Deb. Miller, Sharyn Rayson and Jan Bissett, and Fran O’Brien and Louise Schache all with 35points. N.T.P. l4th Sue Bowler, 16th Dot Stubbs. It is pleasing to see some of the newer players featuring in the awards. Winner of the 9 hole competition was the evergreen Kit Boag with 17 points, D.T.L. Leanne Adamson l6 points.

Wendy Parker (10) with 30 points was the winner on Saturday, also taking out the Nearest the Pin, Rebecca Wilson D.T.L. with 25 points.

South Gippsland ladies pennant Ladders After April 28 - Round 4 Section 1 Games Leongatha............................ 16 Meeniyan ..........................12½ Foster ................................... 11 Wonthaggi ........................10½ Section 2 Leongatha.........................13½ Korumburra ....................... 11 Phillip Island....................... 12 Woorayl .............................. 9½ Lang Lang ............................. 4 Section 3 Foster-Welshpool................ 15 Wonthaggi ........................... 11 Meeniyan ........................10½ Leongatha.............................. 6 Phillip Island ....................... 7½ Section 4 Foster-Welshpool................ 14 Meeniyan ............................. 14 Korumburra ...................... 9½ Woorayl ............................12½

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Woorayl THE stableford event was sponsored by Alex Scott and Staff. A Grade was won by Brian Hogan with 39 points on a countback from Warren Turner, B

Grade went to Craig Hall with 34 points from Ashley Peters, and C Grade was won by Roy Fisher with 29 points from Jim Baum. Balls to Damian Burge, G. Johnson, Z. Trease, B. Stubbs, C. James, G. Fennell, R. Gourlay, G. Winkler and F. Dekker. Once again both nearest the pins went to the same person this week, Brett Stubbs, and the ball raffle was won by the Ivor syndicate. Our Thursday competition was won by Ed Poole with 37 points and balls went to John Bolge, Glenn Fitzpatrick and Bob Beilby. Nearest the pin on the 17th went to Glenn Fitzpatrick. Next week is another sta-b bleford. All our pennant teams were very competitive but unfortunately did not make the finals. p

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OUR nine hole competition attracted eight players. The winner was N. Burne 20 pts. Balls down the line to K. Cuman 19 pts. Our midweek competition attracted 28 players and the winner was M. Scott 39 pts. Balls down the line: D. Crellin 39, B. Vanagtmaal 37, S. Kane 37, M. Bourke 36, J. Davies 36, J. McDonald 36. Continued on page 65

Korumburra ladies THE first round of the Championships had a delayed start due to the rain and to allow water to drain from the greens last Wednesday. The weather turned out better than expected, and although wet underfoot, dry and calm conditions prevailed for the 24 participants. Thanks to Norrie Little who sponsored the day and provided some beautiful plants for the winners. Div 1 (0-21) on the day, was won by Barb Walker, 95 (20) 75 nett, with runner-up, Marg Young, 97 (21) 76 nett. Corrie George, 104 (28) 76 nett won Div 2 (22-32), with runner-up, Beryl Brown, 103 (26) 77 nett. The winner of Div 3 (33-45) was Lyn Perks 116 (39) 77 nett and runnerup was Jenny Blackmore, 124 (45) 70 nett. Balls Down the Line went to Julie Brannaghan and Norrie Little, with 78 nett and Lee Clements and Barb Walker, with 79 nett. Norrie Little was nearest the pin on

Winners again: Back to back winners of the Ruby Stephens Ambrose event at Korumburra were Marilyn McGeary, Nerida Scholte and Jan Roberts from Meeniyan.

the 1st and Barb Walker, on the 13th. The lucky card draw was won by Joan Peters. Next Wednesday (May 7) is Monthly Medal and second round of the championships. There is a time sheet for the championship players and spaces available for other players to play in their grade. This sheet is in the Ladies Room or ring Lee if you’d like your name added in those spaces. On the day, tick your name off and pay before beginning please. Section 2 had the last pennant match last Monday and came very close to taking out the flag, but had a 1 ½ /3 ½ loss to Phillip Island. However, it wasn’t to be, and congratulations to the Leongatha girls who won this section. Although the season was short, all who participated enjoyed the camaraderie and getting to know fellow golfers in South Gippsland. Section 4 had a narrow loss against Woorayl last week and good luck to the girls with their final pennant game on Monday. Twenty teams played in the Ruby

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Stephen’s Memorial three person Ambrose event at Korumburra last Friday. Everyone was very thankful for finishing the 18 holes in dry conditions after very wet and cold weather forecast. A big thankyou is extended to Alan Stephens’s for his support in sponsoring the day in memory of Ruby. The intention of this event is for participants to have fun and enjoy their day, and from the chattering and laughs in the clubhouse afterwards, this was obviously accomplished. The winning team was the same as the 2013 event so congratulations to Marilyn McGeary, Nerida Scholte and Jan Roberts, from Meeniyan, who are back to back winners, with a score of 77 (59 5/6 nett). Runners up were Di O’Connor (Woorayl), Carie Harding and Julie Hislop, (both Korumburra) with 80 (64 1/6). Balls Down the Line went to Pam Eyers, Viv Enbom and Chris Rickard (Kor), 81 (65 1/3), Irene Holm, Veronica Park and Lyn Jennison ( Meeniyan) 77 (66), Barb Wood (Bembridge), Corrie George and Jenny Blackmore (

Kor), 83 (66), Kath Welsh, Di Freene and Julie Brannaghan ( Kor), 79 (66 1/3). Nearest the pins were won by Barb Walker ( Kor) 1st., Leonie Bentick (Wonthaggi) 7th., Dot Jarvis (Woorayl) 10th., Irene Holm (Meeniyan) 13th. Thank you to all the visitors from surrounding clubs for supporting the day and also to the many people involved in organising the day, particularly to our Lady Captain, Lee Clements. We appreciate the help of Chris Clements and Judy Webb for sending the field out and Chris for completing the results, Don Hislop for ensuring the carts were ready for use and to the men and women in the kitchen, who prepared a tasty lunch for the golfers. Also, thanks to the grounds staff, with the course in terrific condition. After a big day of golf on Friday, a small field played in a 9 hole competition on Saturday. Lee Clements was nearest the pin on the first and was also the winner with 18 points. Next Saturday is a Stableford competition.

Photo L/R Daily Winner Marg Johnson, Singles Knockout Champion Lorraine Peters, Daily Runner Up Pam Hanley.

Wonthaggi ladies WEDNESDAY started out in very threatening conditions and the forecast saw the numbers in the daily event reduced. However, after a damp start it ended with layers being peeled off as the day brightened and warmed up. It was also the final of the singles knock out match between good mates Lorraine Peters and Delores Harvey and with only one stroke difference in their handicap it was a true match play off the stick. Lorraine played very steady golf and was the victor on the 14th and a very worthy singles knockout Champion for 2014. Congratulations to you. Due to the reduced numbers there was only a winner and runners-up prize given at presentations.

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With a round out of the box Marg Johnson (11) 38 points was delighted to accept the winning voucher. Her score was helped by a birdie on the seventh for 4/4 on the card. Chasing right behind with a lovely round as well was Pam Hanley (27) 37 points. I think Pam must be showing husband Peter some lovely shots on their weekend hits around the course! NTP: second, Ivy Ruby (welcome back playing Ivy) and to the delight of her partners Maree and Leonie, Annie Walker with a lovely shot on the eighth secured the pro pin and a ball for each of the aforementioned persons! BDL: Marg Johnson 38, Pam Hanley 37, Jan Jeeves 34, Ivy Ruby 32, Anne Walker 32, Dot Garry 32, Anne Longmire 31 on c/b.

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thestar.com.au Continued from page 64 Nearest the pins: Russel Bolding. Eagle D. Wilson Jnr. Our Saturday competition was our May monthly medal. The A Grade winner was K. Bayley with 70 net, B Grade and monthy medal winner B. Dicker with 67 net and C Grade winner R. Burke with 62 net. Balls down the line: J. Davies 69, P. Studham 69, J. Crellin 70, C. Kilgour 70, B. O’Halloran 71, B. Vanagtmaal 71, D. Wilson 71, R. Furborough 72, J. Burke 72, S. Kane 72, I. Mirrells 72, I. McDonald 72, R. Johnson 73 and R. Chubb 73. Nearest the pins: 2nd M. Scott, 8th T. Aplin, 13th T. Salmon, 17th D. Green and Eagle 1st D. Green. With our pennant season home and away matches now concluded I report as follows. Division 1 finished the year well with a solid win only Korumburra but missed out on the final. Division 2 won six matches to 1 and now play in the final in 2 weeks time. Division 3 won once again and also have gained two finals with in two weeks time. Division 4 lost narrowly and must now regroup for 2015. This Saturday is the first round of the Ken Chilsolm four ball championships and for all those members playing good luck. On Sunday, 18 May 18 at 4pm we will have our pennant presentation. All players are expected to attend for our vote count plus medal presentations to our winnning sides. Great golfing see you all on Saturday.

Mirboo North Ladies - April 30 Woorayl visit to Mirboo North was sponsored by Anne Poole and Chris Gunn. A Grade winner Nicole Allen 33 points, runner-up Maree Thompson 27 points; B Grade Faye Maynard 30 points, runner-up Heather Sullivan 29 points; C Grade Rhonda Evans 38 points, runner-up Raelene Millsom 33 points. Nearest the pin: 4th Rhonda Evans, 6th Nicole Allen, 13th Freda Nair, 16th Dot Jarvis.

Meeniyan ON Wednesday, April 30, 15 Players in very good conditions played off in foursomes. The Sponsors were Kristen and Dot Elliot. Winners on the day were Dot Elliott and Nancy Hammet 76.5. Runners up on a count back were Sue Hoskin and Jan Trease 76.5. DLD Veronica Park and Irene Holm 79.5; Dot Christie and Faye Le Page 79.5 Saturday was monthly medal day and the first round of the club championships. A Grade, and medal, winner with 66 nett was A.Kuhne (16). Runner up was B.McKnight (5) with 71. B Grade was won, on a countback, by I.Inglis (29) with 74 nett from P.Wilson (21), also on 74. Balls to J.Wilson (73), C.Buckland (74), R.Matthews , R.McKnight and W.Bullock (all 75). P.Wilson took out the putting with 25 and J.Sinclair won the pro pin. Thursday’s (24/4) small field was dominated by D.Gregg (23) with 37 points. Next best was I.Warman (21) with 32 points and NTP. Tuesday’s winner, with 37 points, was I.Warman (22) followed by C.Stewart (22) with 36. Best nine went to G.Hughes and NTP to L.Redpath.

Foster IT is perfect golfing conditions now where good shots are properly rewarded. Tuesday, April 29: Athol McGrath (20) won with 38 pts from Chris Foulds (24) on 37 pts. Nearest the pins were David Hutchinson and Neville Thompson. Thursday, May 1: Chris Foulds (23) maintained his form to win with 37 pts. Down the line balls went to Noel Black (6) and Neville Thompson (6) both on 34 pts, and Ray Prain (17) on 33 pts. Nearest the pin was Neville Thompson. Friday, May 2: Josh Toner (27) took the chook with 20 pts and will now play off 23 for his next three twilight rounds. Down the line balls were Lloyd McKenzie on 20 pts and Trevor Jones 19 pts. Nearest the pins were Trevor Jones and Shaun Chaseling. Shaun remains off a two handicap for another week but shot 39 off the stick for 16 pts to show that his 37 off the stick two weeks ago was no fluke. Saturday, April 26: It was Medal Day with trophies provided by Don and Sheron Cripps. Tony Vanin (6) was in sparkling form to shoot a round of 73-6-67 to take the medal and A Grade. B Grade was won by Trevor Jones with 98-28-70. Down the line balls went to Cam Downing 78-9-69, Peter wright 93-22-71, Ray Prain 8816-72 and John Warren 92-2072. The scratch score winners were Tony Vanin and Ray Prain, and Tony also won the putting with 26 putts. Nearest the pins were Fred Tyers, Cam Downing, Kevin Witheridge, Kane Esler and George Draeger. The encouragement award went to Coling Pulham with 84 net. Foster Plate this week The Foster Plate is on this Sunday, May 10. There is still room for a few teams (four players per team ) so come along and enjoy the day. Pennant results Division 2 played Leongatha at Wonthaggi and won 4/3. Winners were Pat McKay 4/3, Tony Vanin 2 up, Kris Drangsholt 3/2 and Neville Thompson 1 up, and losers were Kevin Flett 3/1, Cam Downing 4/3 and Norm Cooper 4/3. Division 2 did not make the final. Division 3 played Aussie Golf Ranch at Lang Lang and lost 4/3. Winners were Steve Reid 3/2, David Knee 5/4 and Ray Prain 3/1, and losers were Trevor Jones 4/3, Greg Pain 5/3, Greg Cox 5/4 and Owen Kindellan 19th. Division 3 did not make the final. Members and golfers draws - $1800 this week. Terry Parnall was drawn out for the $1750 members draw but was not there to collect, so its $1800 this week. The golfers Saturday draw for $500 was not won by John Mathers so its $520 this week, and the card draw for the stubbies went to Gary Clavarino. Coming events: Thursday, May 8 - stableford. Friday, May 9 - twilight holes 1 to 9. Saturday, May 10 - Foster Plate - trophies from Drummonds Golf. Tuesday, May 13 - stableford. The Happy Hooker

South Gippsland pennant golf Results - May 4 Division 1 (at Woorayl): Wonthaggi 5 d Korumburra 2, Lang Lang 5 d Meeniyan 2, Phillip Island 5 d Leongatha 2, Woorayl - bye. Division 2 (at Wonthaggi): Wonthaggi 6 d Phillip Island 1, Foster 4 d Leongatha 3, Lang

Lang 7 d Aussie Golf 0. Division 3 (at Lang Lang): Lang Lang 7 d Korumburra 0, Aussie Golf 4 d Foster 3, Leongatha 4 d Woorayl 3, Wonthaggi 5 d Phillip Island 2. Division 4 (at Meeniyan): Meeniyan 6 d Welshpool 1, Leongatha 5 d Wonthaggi 2, Woorayl 4 d Phillip Island 3, Korumburra 4 d Lang Lang 3.

Ladders Division 1 Lang Lang ...................6 Meeniyan .....................5 Phillip Island ..............4 Wonthaggi ...................3 Woorayl ........................2 Korumburra ..................1 Leongatha .....................0 Division 2 Lang Lang ...................5 Wonthaggi ...................4 Foster ...........................2 Leongatha....................2 Phillip Island ...............1 Aussie Golf...................0 Division 3 Wonthaggi ...................5 Lang Lang ...................5 Phillip Island...............4 Foster ...........................4 Woorayl ........................3 Aussie Golf...................3 Korumburra ..................2 Leongatha .....................2 Division 4 Korumburra ...............5 Lang Lang ...................5 Woorayl .......................4 Meeniyan .....................4 Welshpool .....................4 Leongatha .....................3 Phillip Island ................2 Wonthaggi ....................1

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54.71 52.84 51.61 52.74 48.85 45.77 43.47

29 21 15 14 14 12

57.18 52.42 48.85 48.28 46.09 46.15

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53.00 51.07 49.51 52.15 51.11 47.08 48.85 47.17

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51.14 51.63 51.94 50.62 49.88 51.00 47.06 46.74

Finals draw - May 18 at Foster Golf Club Division 1: Lang Lang v Meeniyan, 1st tee 9am. Division 2: Lang Lang v Wonthaggi, 1st tee 9.45am. Division 3: Wonthaggi v Lang Lang, 10th tee 9am. Division 4: Korumburra v Lang Lang, 10th tee 9.45am. Note: Meals will be available at cost to the individual.

South Gippsland Veterans THE annual South Gippsland versus East Gippsland challenge match for veteran golfers took place at Yarram Golf Club on the April 28. The course was as usual in excellent condition and a pleasure to play on. The weather was the sort the golfing fraternity would like to have for every game, sunny and mild and a gentle breeze at worst. In 2013 at this event South Gippsland players were outnumbered almost two to one by their opponents. This year 58 southerners found themselves facing a mere 28 from the east thus giving the advantage in spades one would think to the visitors. Alas, although the course was laid out so well it demanded a level of skill that most of us failed to provide on the day. Consequently when the scores were added up for each team and averaged out, the winners were East Gippsland with an average of 28.57 points against the South Gippsland average of 26.89. Individual results lightened the gloom. Robert Fulton from Foster led the field with a fine 41 points and runner up Mike Fitzmaurice of Phillip Island returned 37 points. For East Gippsland the winner Keith Steyneham and runner up Colin Ward both came in with 35 points. Nearest the Pins went to Fred de Bono, (Leongatha) and Greg Stewart, (Phillip Island), on holes 15 and 18 respectively. Ball run down for South Gippsland went to 32 points and to 31 points for East Gippsland. For South Gippsland the next game is at Wonthaggi Golf Club on Tuesday 13 May . It will be a shotgun start commencing at 9.00 am. To put your name down contact Norm Burne on (03) 5678 7374 or email him on n.aburne@bigpond.com

Leongatha NOT a great deal to report due to weather conditions. Wednesday, April 30 saw only six teams take to the greens and the winners were Russell Trotman (s) and Stan Holch, however I was left no score on the sheet. Friday evening saw a good number of members and friends attend the monthly Kitty Club tea. A good time was had by all and thanks to chef Ron and his team and MC John O’Connor. On a sadder note however we were advised this was the last monthly Kitty Club tea and it would resume on the first Friday night in October. The next monthly triples will be held on Wednesday, May 28 with a 9.30am start and BYO lunch. Social bowls will be held on all other Wednesdays and on all Saturdays until and including Saturday, June 14. There will be a two month recess after this date and social bowls will recommence on Saturday, August 16 and will finish on Wednesday, September 3. Starting time for winter bowls is 12.30pm. Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.

South Gippsland Indoor THE Indoor bowls season is upon us once again. We are off to a great start with several clubs already reporting on their opening

Inverloch OUR annual Skirts vs Shirts event was held on Saturday, May 3 with the weather cooperating. Ten teams competed for the honour of claiming bragging rights and the perpetual trophy. Again this year the Shirts were triumphant with a 14 shots up win. There was a winning team for the men and ladies. For the men, congratulations to Graeme Pope, Neil Everitt, Brian Humphris and Terry Seaward. Our ladies winning team went to Marg Flett, Bev Kurrle and Gail Burge. The Club Presentation Night was held after the Skirts and Shirts Day. It was a casserole evening kindly provided by the

nights. Our Hospital Night was brought forward this season and as usual saw a good turnout in aid of the night. As usual a final monetary figure to be determined at a later date will be donated amongst our local Hospitals. Last week saw the start of our Pennant. There were both some closely contested games decided on the last end of the game and comfortable wins. We look forward to some interesting matches ahead. Happy bowling :) Buffalo Yellow 4 +29; Mardan Purple 4 +24; Dumbalk Green 4 +1; Korumburra White 4 +10; Korumburra Blue 0 -1; Foster Black 0 -1; Mardan Gold 0 -24; Fish Creek Red 0 -29.

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Glenys’ team scored a five on seven ends to reel in Rod 10-7 and Charlie 7-4 over Toni after giving them a 0-4 start. The third game, Toni 11-4 over Glenys for the first win and Charlie 9-5 over Rod’s team, with both leading out well and finishing strongly. Winners on the night: glenys (s), Joe, Illene and Ian D. (WWL) 12 ends from Charlie (s), Carolyn, Ivon and Peter (LWW) 11 ends, then Rod (s), Mary and Joy (WLL) 15 ends and Toni (s), Ian Peter T. and Bill (LLW) 10 ends. Charlie reported on the hospital night which raised $362 and thanked all for their attendance and a good night. Social bowls Wednesdays, 7.30pm. See you there.

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A GOOD turn up this week enabled selectors to put four teams out for three games of eight ends, with Ivon Brewer and Peter Heldens ready for action. The first game saw Rod McConchie, Mary Tumino and Joy Dyson off to a flyer to finish 10-1 over Toni Heldens, Ian Benson, Peter Tiziani and Bill W. On mat two Glenys Pilkington, Joe Occhipinti, Illene Tiziani and Ian Dyson out to 14-0 before Charlie Tumino, Carolyn Benson, Ivon and Peter found form to finish 14-6. Winners to mat three and

THIS week was our annual hosting of the Wonthaggi Indoor Bowls Club. We had a total of 37 players attend on the night and this year we were out numbered by our visitors. Since the teams are mixed from both clubs this doesn’t matter, it is purely a social event with old acquaintances. The night pans out over three games of eight ends and is played with the utmost of friendly combat. As with our normal Wednesday night social bowls there is a lot of banter, friendly rivalry and various levels of success. Suffice to say there was a team that didn’t have a

ladies of the club. As usual the food was fabulous and most welcomed on a cold, windy night. Each winner and runner up of the various men’s and ladies competitions was recognised for their achievement and presented with an envelope created by Marg Flett. The speeches were short and none of the winners divulged their secret to success. Congratulations to all who entered and competed in these events. Well done to the winners. This was the first year that the men’s selection committee introduced two new awards: a Player of the Year as decided by peer vote and a Pennant Player of the Year

chosen by the selectors. Congratulations to the Men’s Player of the Year, Bryan Hensley. He has received an individual trophy as well has having his name engraved on the perpetual shield. Congratulations to Men’s Pennant Player of the Year, Brian Humphris who also received a trophy. Great effort with a rewarding result, Bryan and Brian. Our end of the season Big Raffle fund raising event was drawn during the evening. All proceeds will go to our building fund. A big thank you to John Turner for organising this huge raffle. All lucky winners were able to select from 26 different prizes.

Wednesday, April 30

Prized possession: ladies’ director Bev Kurrle and men’s director Nic Van Grunsven with the Skirts and Shirts trophy which was won by the Shirts again this season.

lot of success. However they still found time to laugh about it. The results had one clear winner and a few two game winners and they are as follows: runners up with two wins were: Sebastian Terranova, Pat Bayley, Kevin Cooper and Nick Rutjens (S). Winners with three wins were: Lorna Roberts, Bill Martin, Jan Milkins and Cliff Smith (S). We would like to thank the Wonthaggi players for making the effort to come over for the night and look forward to seeing them all again later in the year. Last Tuesday, May 1 saw the start of the 2014 Pennant season for the South Gippsland Association. Mardan Purple played Mardan Gold at home for the first round. Both teams played well and at times with great finesse. There is potential for the teams to do well if they put their minds to it and maybe bring home the trophy again. It is not possible to predict the end result, but with good skips and players who listen to the skips’ directions, who knows what might prevail. The result was that Mardan Purple won on the night. A good start to the competition which next week sees both teams away. Purple at Buffalo and Gold at Korumburra. Good luck to both teams. The Inverloch Bowling Club wishes to acknowledge the generosity of the businesses and individuals that have provided donations to this raffle. The main sponsor was Wonthaggi Medical Group. Our sincere thanks to all these businesses for their support of our building renovations. It is much appreciated. A reminder our club AGM will held on Tuesday, May 6 at 7.30pm. There will be elections for four vacant director positions. The candidates are, Neil Everitt, Gloria Growse, Gary Hardy, Brian Humphris and Huie Nation. Voting will be held at the meeting as stated in our constitution.

The Skirts: the winning team of Gail Burge, Bev Kurrle and Marg Flett celebrate their win.

Shirts: the winning team of Terry Seaward, Brian Humphris, Neil Everitt and Graeme Pope in the annual Skirts and Shirts Day.

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Leongatha Parrots Netball ROUND 4: Leongatha Vs Wonthaggi A Grade: Wonthaggi 41 d Leongatha 33 Awards: Mia Allen (Rusty Windmill), Darcy’s (Claire Fitzgerald). Auction Player: Kate McCarthy. We played though tough conditions all game. The defensive pressure was fantastic but unfortunately a few bad passes let us down. With some hard work we can give ourselves the chance of getting the win next time around. B Grade Leongatha 47 d Wonthaggi 38 Awards: Kasie Rump (Rusty Window), Lisa Clark (Sports First). The girls played a brilliant game. Our defensive and offensive efforts were amazing allowing us to get an excellent win. It feels good to get another win on the board. C Grade Wonthaggi 37 d Leongatha 29 Awards: Amelia McCarthy (Leongatha RSL Bistro), Wendy Sperling (Buzz Hair Studio). Auction Player: Wendy Sperling. We started the game really well but as the game pro-

gressed our pressure dropped allowing Wonthaggi to steal the win. Great to see Abby Bolge bank from overseas. Under 17 Wonthaggi 30 d Leongatha 27 Awards: Lisa Clark (Evans Petroleum), Kristy O’Loughlin (Bakers Delight). The defensive pressure was amazing throughout the court and the entire game. All players lifted to the higher standard required and

helped to keep it tight all game. Next time we will have them! Good work girls, amazing effort. Under 15 Wonthaggi 36 d Leongatha 9 Awards: Nikya Wright (Nagel’s Pharmacy), Macey Davidson (Bakers Delight). Great job girls. Unfortunately the gap in scores grew each quarter but with some hard work

at training we can improve ourselves ready for the next game building on today’s good team work. Under 13 Wonthaggi 32 d Leongatha 10 Awards: Charli Fixter (Bakers Delight), Simone Dekker (Network Video). The Girls played really well in tough wet conditions. Awesome last quarter, the score doesn’t show how well we played. Good job girls!

Right, Hard work: Ali Rock takes control of the ball and shows that the Parrots are in it to win. Next week girls! Left, Who wants it?: Kate Sperling looks for a forward option. Photos by Mark Drury.

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Gippsland netball Results - Round 4 A Grade: Bairnsdale 33 lt Morwell 41, Moe 42 d Traralgon 40, Drouin 38 lt Sale 49, Wonthaggi Power 41 d Leongatha 32. B Grade: Bairnsdale 28 lt Morwell 45, Moe 26 lt Traralgon 36, Drouin 36 d Sale 31, Maffra 39 d Warragul 36, Wonthaggi Power 36 lt Leongatha 47. C Grade: Bairnsdale 31 lt Morwell 53, Moe 19 lt Traralgon 61, Drouin 26 lt Sale 42, Maffra 40 d Warragul 18, Wonthaggi Power 37 d Leongatha 29. Under 17: Bairnsdale 21 lt Morwell 23, Moe 28 lt Traralgon 45, Drouin 26 lt Sale 42, Maffra 59 d Warragul 17, Wonthaggi

Power 30 d Leongatha 27. Under 15: Bairnsdale 43 d Morwell 5, Moe 28 lt Traralgon 39, Drouin 46 d Sale 33, Maffra 37 d Warragul 16, Wonthaggi Power 37 d Leongatha 9. Under 13: Bairnsdale 16 lt Morwell 23, Moe 37 d Traralgon 20, Drouin 28 drew Sale 28, Maffra 57 d Warragul 19, Wonthaggi Power 32 d Leongatha 10.

Ladders A Grade Morwell ......................134.33 Traralgon ...................123.93 Sale .............................120.47 Bairnsdale ..................107.14 Moe .............................106.61 Leongatha......................85.90 Drouin ...........................78.91 Maffra............................78.51 Wonthaggi Power ..........75.31 Warragul ..........................0.00

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B Grade Morwell ......................139.06 Drouin ........................123.97 Traralgon ................... 119.15 Bairnsdale ..................109.87 Maffra ........................101.76 Leongatha....................101.25 Moe .............................100.68 Sale................................88.36 Wonthaggi Power ..........88.00 Warragul ........................56.82 C Grade Traralgon ...................240.79 Morwell ......................165.00 Sale .............................122.34 Bairnsdale .................. 114.73 Moe ...............................94.96 Maffra..........................100.00 Leongatha......................81.25 Wonthaggi Power ..........81.25 Drouin ...........................64.78 Warragul ........................41.95 Under 17 Traralgon ...................161.76 Maffra ........................240.96 Sale .............................154.17 Moe .............................134.48 Drouin ........................ 111.21

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Bairnsdale .....................91.23 Morwell .........................60.83 Wonthaggi Power ..........73.19 Leongatha......................49.70 Warragul ........................ 41.11 Under 15 Traralgon ...................197.83 Maffra ........................169.74 Bairnsdale ..................169.57 Moe .............................163.83 Drouin ........................141.90 Wonthaggi Power ........151.65 Sale................................94.74 Warragul ........................52.38 Leongatha......................47.88 Morwell .........................13.76 Under 13 Maffra ........................383.33 Wonthaggi Power ......268.29 Moe ...............................95.33 Drouin ........................105.75 Traralgon .....................91.43 Sale................................93.94 Morwell .........................63.10 Bairnsdale .....................50.93 Leongatha......................31.82 Warragul ........................60.33

Round 2 - May 3 11 & Under: Town Tangerine 2 d Mt Eccles Aqua 1, Mirboo North Purple 6 d Mt Eccles Pink 1, St Laurence Gold 15 d Meeniyan & District 5, Mt Eccles 8 d Town Black 4, Mirboo North Gold 24 d St Laurence Maroon 1. 13 & Under: Meeniyan & District 20 d Mirboo North Gold 15, Mirboo North Purple 25 d Mt Eccles Pink 7, Mt Eccles Purple 27 d St Laurence 2, Mt Eccles Aqua 21 d Town 4. 15 & Under: Town Tangerine 20 drew St Laurence Blue 20, Town Black 27 d Stony Creek 15, Mirboo North 19 d St Laurence Maroon 11. C Grade: Town 50 d Mt Eccles 11, Mirboo North 56 d St Laurence 29, Meeniyan & Dist Blue 39 d Meeniyan & Dist Yellow 17. Open: Mt Eccles Navy 50 d Town Black 33, St Laurence 49 d Mt Eccles White 20, Town Green 59 d Town Tangerine 32.

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Quick pass: Dalyston’s Jessica McRae looks for an option.

South Gippsland winter darts Results Round 3

Centre throw: Toora’s Shannon Leggett runs out to receive the ball.

Welshpool Hotel d Foster Pirates 7-4: Aaron Ross 134, 100, 100 Brett Garrow 125, 100 Justin Barron 140 Kris Benton 100 Welshpool Hotel Pete Write 100, 100 Barb Jones 140 Kiwi Jones 133 Sabo 100 Foster Pirates. Foster (KAPOW) Hotel d Toora RSL Diggers 10-1: Ian Downing 100, 100, 100 Justin Williams 138, 100 Kane 126 Foster Hotel. Toora Hotel d Meeniyan Leftovers 6-5: Chris Stewart 120, 105 Greg Stewart 100, 100 Ian (Lucky) Luxford 100 Danny Jenkins 100 Toora Hotel Scott Sellings 140, 100, 100 Len Sellings 125 Meeniyan Leftovers. Wilsons Prom Motel d Fish Creek Hotel 6-5: Clint 100 Baden 100 Wilsons Prom Motel Fritz 100, 100 Deeza

100. Meeniyan 1 d Meeniyan Bandits 8-3: Brash 101, 100 Henrey Logan 125, 100 Neil Arthur 140 Paul Logan 100 Bernie Logan 100 Meeniyan 1 Colin Young 104 Meeniyan Bandits. Highest finish this week was Fritz Fish Creek Hotel with a 58 peg out. Highest score was 140 Justin Barron Welshpool Hotel Barb Jones Foster Pirates Scott Sellings Meeniyan Leftovers Neil Arthur Meeniyan 1.

Ladder Welshpool Pub ...............78.79 Meeniyan No. ................72.73 Toora Pub.......................57.58 Foster Pub (Cams) ........66.67 Foster Pirates...................48.48 Fishy Pub ........................45.45 Wilsons Prom Motel .......45.45 Meeniyan Bandits ...........30.30 Meeniyan Leftovers ........36.36 Toora RSL Diggers .........18.18

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LDNA umpires Saturday, May 10 11am: Maria Evison Maddie Wright Lauren Beaudinette Amy Smith Millie Hannon Kaili Pritchett Emily Chadwick Phil Smith Julie Grant Chelsea Hoffman. 12pm: Emily Chadwick Nikki Stockdale Amy Smith Lori McKenzie Sue Ritchie Sophie Clarke Barb Challis Pat Kuhne. 1pm: Janice Sing Phil Smith Julie Grant Anna Patterson Emma Smith Katrina Spark Lauren Beaudinette Sue Ritchie Erin Beaudinette Angelique Dunlevie. 2.15pm: Julie Grant Erin Beaudinette Anita Gourlay Janice Sing Katrina Beekman Pat Kuhne Any queries please contact Karen Clarke 0428 121450.

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Tigers trounce Yarragon By Rover AFTER a goalless first quarter by each team, Mirboo North overpowered Yarragon to prevail by 57 points at Yarragon on Saturday. The tightly contested opening term tussle saw the Panthers and the mighty Tigers ‘hunting bear’ in their respective backlines, rather than roosting goals in attack. It was the sort of football only true students of the game love and/or appreciate. Traffic was so heavy in and around the packs, there was barely or rarely a loose man anywhere. Being on your own in

the real world can be miserable, but on a footy field it’s every player’s dream. Champion full forward Tim Traill finished with eight goals for the winners, seven of which came in the last half. Traill was well held by Kyle Sleep until the long break, but he then cut loose with three majors in the third quarter after moving on to Abe Lawrence. Then the big Tiger turned Sleep’s afternoon into a nightmare by moving back on to him and slamming home another four goals in the final term. Traill now has 20 goals in his last three matches. Yarragon commenced the third term with only two goals on the board and trailing by 25 points. Almost immediately

the Panthers’ stocks lifted with a couple of quick majors, as gaps in the midfield started to open up. Jake Cropley, Stewart Edwards, Scott Wood and Jamie Wittmer were all working their way into the game for the Panthers. Not to be outdone, Mirboo North’s running brigade of Jack Robertson, Jake Nash, Josh Taylor, Damien Turner, Shane Peters and Dom Pinneri employed daring manoeuvres and plenty of pace to provide multiple scoring options and opportunities inside the Tigers’ forward 50. The last quarter especially, produced some scintillating overlap play by the visitors who were constantly streaming forward in waves.

Coach Troy Hamilton had instructed his men to reward their teammates racing past the ball carriers or pushing up on leads, with possession gathering opportunities. Four unanswered goals from Traill and another by Peters extended Mirboo North’s winning margin to a comfortable 57 points. As a result Mirboo North consolidates fourth spot on the Mid Gippsland ladder with four wins from its five matches this season. The mighty Tigers host fifth-placed Morwell East at Tigerland this Saturday.

Reserves Playing coach Dale Banks was the driving force behind Mirboo North’s solid 50 point win over the Panthers.

Resplendent in a pair of white boots and in his first outing for the season, Banks booted five magnificent goals for the Tigers. Banks, who hit the

winning run for Mirboo North in its recent twowicket Central Gippsland A Grade cricket premiership victory against Latrobe, quickly adapted to

Thirds SENIORS Mirboo North 15.15.105 d Yarragon 6.12.48 Mirboo North goals: Timothy Traill 8, Brian Waters 2, Simon Busuttil 1, Jack Robertson 1, Dominic Pinneri 1, Matthew Holland 1, Shane Peters 1. Yarragon goals: David Bates 2, Dylan Blythe 1, Carson Strobel 1, Mitchell Jolly 1, James Harvey 1. Mirboo North best: Jack Robertson, Jacob Nash, Joshua Taylor, Timothy Traill, Dominic Pinneri, Damien Turner. Yarragon best: Kyle Sleep, Jake Cropley, Stewart Edwards, Scott Wood, James Wittmer, Carson Strobel.

RESERVES Mirboo North 11.13.79 Yarragon 4.5.29 Mirboo North goals: Dale Banks 5, Brett McGennisken 3, Tom Hopcraft 1, James Grande 1, Isaac Abas 1.

Yarragon goals: Zack Heard 2, David Kiss 1, Devin Pollock 1. Mirboo North best: Dale Banks, James Grande, Liam Smit, Shane Littlejohn, Matt Jones, Brett McGennisken. Yarragon best: Bruce Gregg, David Kiss, Zack Heard, Tim Mitchell, Adam Orgill, Jason Cameron.

THIRDS Mirboo North 9.14.68 Yarragon 6.3.39 Mirboo North goals: Jordan Moro 3, Kyle Robb 3, Isaac Abas 1, Riley Oddy 1, Zac Porter 1. Yarragon goals: Peter Robinson 3, Lachlan Fitzgerald 1, Devin Pollock 1, Jason Cameron 1. Mirboo North best: Jordan Moro, Wesley Graeme, Samuel Pratt, Jeremy Salinger, Jacob Best, Zac Porter. Yarragon best: Sam Ford, Corey Ford, Hayden Regester, Peter Robinson, Aaron Maughn, Devin Pollock.

Kangaroos outlast the Bulldogs KORUMBURRA Bena hosted Fish Creek on Saturday and with both sides desperate for a win the game was set to be a cracker. Fish Creek captain Hooker won the toss and kicked to the town end which had been the scoring end throughout the earlier games. Some big match-ups with Kangaroos young gun Gus W. Staley handed the task on the Bulldog’s Cooke, Macri on Urie and Korumburra’s O’Brien with the big task on Damon and Griffiths on Hooker. With the game underway it was the Bulldogs that did the attacking early. With the Fishy defense under pressure it was a Kangaroo’s turnover that handed the first scoring shot to Korumburra’s Fitzpatrick with only a point the result. The Kangaroos went forward and immediately looked dangerous with Hooker marking well and youngster Jake Buckland also presenting very well and marking strongly. It wasn’t until the seven minute mark that the first goal was on the board for Fish Creek when Urbans intercepted a Bulldog’s kick out of their defensive 50m and kicked truly. The Bulldogs answered immediately when Cooke

got his hands on the ball and goaled only 30 seconds later. Fish Creek continued its attack on goals and with Manne winning in the centre and Cooper getting hands on the ball regularly, Fish Creek was able to kick three quick goals to Damon, Cooper and then another to Damon and the lead was out to three goals very quickly. The Bulldogs got their second goal when a Mackie miss kicked from full back hit Redl and the ball was sent back over the Fishy defender’s head to cut the margin back to a couple. Fish Creek was still controlling the game, however, and when young giant Byers marked and goaled from the boundary about 25m out the Kangaroos were going into the first break with a 16 point lead. The second quarter underway and it was Fishy that attacked early. A bit of feeling was creeping into the game and when an over zealous Marshall from Korumburra Bena gave away a free kick to Macri with his kick finding Buckland in the goal square, it was Fishy that had the all important first goal of the quarter. This sparked the Bulldogs into action and the next three goals to Cochrane and two to Urie who headed forward to get a kick and the game was back in the

balance. Fishy answered again, however, with goals to Damon and another to the very lively 100 gamer Cooper before Korumburra Bena would hit back again on the scoreboard with a goal to Fitzpatrick before he was gifted another on the siren from a dubious umpiring decision that had the Fishy faithful up in arms. Half time and the Kangaroos were up by four points. The second half was a dour struggle with both sides not giving in and hungry for the four points. Fish Creek had chances early in the third but inaccuracy in front of goal and a couple of shots from the normally accurate Damon going astray along with misses from Hooker and Buckland, before Damon managed the first major of the quarter and his fourth of the day to give the Kangas some breathing space again. The Burra wasn’t going away however, and it came again with a goal to the lively youngster Hopkins followed by a string of behinds, the last of which to Fitzpatrick gave the Dogs their first lead since very early in the day and took them to the final change, a point up. The final quarter and with Korumburra kicking to what had been the scoring

chasing the Sherrin with great success. James Grande, Liam Smit, Shane Littlejohn and Matt Jones were other Tigers to play well. Mirboo North won an entertaining contest against the Panthers by 29 points. Jordan Moro and Kyle Robb both kicked three goals for the Tigers.

Mid Gippsland League SENIORS LADDER Yinnar ................... 325.13 Newborough ......... 281.18 Trafalgar ............... 217.43 Mirboo North ........ 114.48 Boolarra .................. 89.71 Morwell East ............ 84.62 Thorpdale ................ 80.32 Hill End .................... 49.78 Yarragon .................. 38.17 Yall-Yall North .......... 44.68

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RESERVES LADDER Yinnar ................... 380.53 Newborough ......... 328.07 Trafalgar ............... 264.19 Mirboo North ........ 133.47 Boolarra .................. 90.57 Thorpdale ................ 62.60 Hill End .................... 50.76 Morwell East ............ 47.31 Yarragon .................. 35.89 Yall-Yall North .......... 50.55

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Futurestar: Fish Creek’s Gareth Park ran rings around his opponent and is a star of the future no doubt. end for the day the locals were confident. So were the Fishy boys, however, and after an even start to the quarter it was the Kanga’s Mackie, who was moved forward, marked and evened the scores with a point early in the final term. Free flowing play with both sides having opportunities and both sides defending well. Back and forth the ball went with both sides desperate to score and break the deadlock. It was again Fishy looking the cleaner side with the ball and having more players with an influence that went forward and when former Bulldog and now Kangaroo Justin Smith marked on the boundary about 35-40m out at the 20 minute mark, the crowd knew there wasn’t

Mark of respect: the Bulldogs wore black armbands in honour of club stalwart, Don Earl, a former player, secretary, president and life member of the club who died last week in his 80s.

long left on the clock. He went back and his kick looked good only to fade at the last moment and go across the face to score a point and most importantly put the Kangaroos back in front with only a couple of minutes to play. The last minutes were a scramble with both sides

throwing everything at it. Finally the siren and a one point win to Fish Creek. The draw doesn’t get any easier for Fish Creek who are at home to the top of the table Phillip Island while The Bulldogs will enjoy a week off with a bye.

SENIORS Fish Creek 10.8.68 Korumburra-Bena 10.7.67

Fish Creek Best: R. Staley, J. Bowron, A. Ireland, L. Eade, I. McCallum, C. Blackberry

Fish Creek Goals: L. Damon 4, B. Cooper 2, J. Buckland 2, S. Urbans 1, K. Byers 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: J. Hopkins 2, C. Urie 2, M. Cooke 2, B. Fitzpatrick 2, J. Cochrane 1, C. Redl 1 Fish Creek Best: G. Park, E. Park, L. Pratt, G. Staley, J. Buckland, C. Macri Korumburra-Bena Best: J. North, M. Cooke, B. Fitzpatrick, G. Marshall, P. Pattison, J. Griffiths

RESERVES Korumburra-Bena 14.12.96 Fish Creek 5.3.33

THIRDS Korumburra-Bena 19.11.125 Fish Creek 6.4.40 Leading Goalkickers: J. Arestia 4, Z. Walker 4, H. McLean 4 (K) Korumburra-Bena Best: Z. Walker, H. Suckling, C. Trewin, H. McLean, D. Crook, K. Cosson Fish Creek Best: L. Edgelow, J. Stefani, M. Harris, R. Pridham, D. Ryan

FOURTHS Korumburra-Bena 3.9.27 Fish Creek 3.3.21

Leading Goalkicker: M. Edwards 5 (K) Korumburra-Bena Best: W. Trewin, D. Robbins, D. Muir, K. Spokes, A. Meade, M. James

Leading Goalkicker: N. Wylie 2 (K) Korumburra-Bena Best: P. Gillin, T. Anthony, T. Halliday, B. Patterson, N. Wylie, J. O’Leary Fish Creek Best: J. Stefani, A. Tracy, L. Howard, T. Price, B. Hams

SENIORS Boolarra 15.2.92 Hill End 4.3.27

RESERVES Boolarra 9.14.68 Hill End 6.4.40

Boolarra goals: Jesse Giardina 6, Mark Van Dyke 4, Sam Mazou 2, Daniel Wilson 1, Joshua Wilson 1, James Holmes 1. Hill End goals: Matthew Moseley 1, Adrian Law 1, Andrew Winter 1, Nathan Maximiw 1. Boolarra best: Darryl Mayman, Jesse Giardina, Kenneth Towt, Jack Battersby, Daniel Metcalf, Andrew Thorpe. Hill End best: Matthew Coutts, Benjamin Noy, Kris Ayton, Callum Robertson, Dylan Briggs, Phillip Town.

Boolarra goals: Scott Cooper 2, Joel Rasmus 2, Dwayne Brand 2, Peter Gilpin 2, Thomas Beamish 1. Hill End goals: Nathan Perkins 2, Dale Gannan 1, Tylan Effenberg 1, Paul Willis 1, Dylan Lee 1. Boolarra best: Scott Cooper, Cameron Noy, Dwayne Brand, Luke Lewis, Edward Stanton, Peter Gilpin. Hill End best: Matthew Rogers, Chad Williamson, Stuart Griffin, Bradley Grima, Mitchell Mather, Ryan Broberg.

Mirboo North ........ 249.09 Yinnar ................... 231.25 Newborough ......... 191.50 Trafalgar .............. 176.17 Thorpdale ............... 68.66 Yarragon ................ 113.24 Morwell East ............ 64.21 Hill End .................... 30.30 Yall-Yall North .......... 54.93

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FOURTHS LADDER Yinnar ................. 1053.85 Mirboo North ........ 136.84 Newborough ......... 187.50 Trafalgar ............... 178.48 Hill End .................... 88.76 Thorpdale ................ 75.93 Yall-Yall North .......... 37.04 Morwell East ............ 43.81

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OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Newborough 13.21.99 d Morwell East 6.8.44 Trafalgar 20.12.132 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 7.8.50 Yinnar 16.12.108 d Thorpdale 9.3.57 RESERVES Newborough 21.13.139 d Morwell East 0.5.5 Trafalgar 11.9.75 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 2.1.13 Yinnar 20.19.139 d Thorpdale 2.0.12 THIRDS Mirboo North 9.14.68 d Yarragon 6.3.39 Trafalgar 14.11.95 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 8.4.52 Newborough 21.14.140 d Morwell East 6.2.38 Yinnar 18.20.128 d Thorpdale 2.2.14 FOURTHS Newborough 13.9.87 d Morwell East 5.3.33 Yallourn-Yall Nth 6.4.40 d Trafalgar 5.5.35 Yinnar 19.16.130 d Thorpdale 4.2.26

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Tarwin upsets Stony’s apple cart DESPITE being lower on the Alberton senior ladder, Tarwin inflicted defeat on Stony Creek on Saturday to the tune of 29 points. The Sharks set up victory at Tarwin Lower with a magic opening term where they booted seven goals to Stony Creek’s two to open up a 28 point lead, a lead which they managed to hold for most of the day. The opening term was highlighted by two monster goals from outside 50 from Tarwin’s Todd Lomax which set Tarwin alight. The Sharks accuracy in from of goal (7.1) in the opening term and for the remainder of the

game was telling. Also crucial was the role of former Stony Creek player Brenton Byrnes, who made the switch to the Sharks this season. Byrnes played in the ruck all day. His first half was reasonable but he became dominant in the second half with plenty of marks in defence, cutting off the forward thrusts for Stony. It was a day of mixed emotions for Jim Byrnes who had Brenton in the side for Tarwin and Jacob for Stony Creek. Whilst barracking for Stony Creek, Jim was also hoping Brenton would play well for Tarwin but maybe not as well

as he did. Josh Schelling was in the ruck in the first half but was forced forward when he was hampered by injury. This left the Maroons a little exposed with Matt Linke having to ruck for the rest of the day. Schelling ended up being a very useful player for the Creek up forward ending with two majors. Best for the Maroons though was Cameron Stone who had plenty of use, showing his great skill. Stuart Kilsby all over ball for Tarwin while for the Maroons Jared Byrnes at full back

and Jacob Byrnes on the flanks was useful. The Lions outscored the Sharks in term two and were definitely in the game again. But it was the sharks who scooted away again in the third to hold a match winning lead. Again the last quarter was again tight as Stony Creek tried to surge. However some inaccuracy for Stony as well as Tarwin’s dead eye in front of the posts gave the Sharks a much needed confidence booster. Tarwin hosts Toora this week and has the chance to win two on the trot whilst Stony has a big chance at home to Foster.

SENIORS Tarwin 15.5.95 Stony Creek 9.12.66

Stony Creek Best: A. Scholte, R. Butler, S. Browne, S. Cafaarella, B. Furjan, M. Dyer

Tarwin Goals: R. Jencke 3, J. O’Loughlin 3, J. Kilsby 2, T. Lomax 2, B. Byrnes 1, N. Giles 1, B. Chalmers 1, R. Houston 1, J. Bloom 1 Stony Creek Goals: J. Schelling 2, J. Brydon 2, B. McKnight 1, M. Green 1, C. Stone 1, L. Park 1, L. Bowman 1 Tarwin Best: B. Byrnes, S. Kilsby, T. Lomax, N. Browne, M. Chalmers, W. Lomax Stony Creek Best: J. Schelling, C. Stone, J. Byrnes, J. Byrnes, B. Bowman, M. Linke

THIRDS Tarwin 19.6.120 Stony Creek 8.4.52 Leading Goalkicker: B. Ellen 5 (T) Tarwin Best: J. Smith, B. Green, B. Ellen, C. Brown, R. Boscombe-Hill, J. Van der Kolk Stony Creek Best: W. Stewart, T. Francis, T. Sinclair, J. Stockdale, L. Moore, J. Zuidema

RESERVES Tarwin 9.8.62 Stony Creek 5.3.33

Leading Goalkicker: J. Stockdale 3 (S) Stony Creek Best: T. Westaway, N. Battersby, V. Monaghan, H. Collins, J. Bright, J. Stockdale Tarwin Best: J. Brown, J. Dunn, D. Garnham, O. Schnoor, J. Norton, M. McKinnon

Leading Goalkicker: P. McRae 5 (T) Tarwin Best: A. Bell, N. Lomax, E. Grattan, M. Young, P. McRae, L. Anderson

FOURTHS Stony Creek 6.10.46 Tarwin 3.3.21

Dalyston steals a win INVERLOCH Kongwak stepped onto the grounds in near perfect conditions for a tightly contested match against Dalyston. The cool air and minimal wind offered the promise of an evenly matched game and certainly delivered. Pressure was high during all four quarters, with scores looking almost identical at each siren. Inverloch’s Tom Cannon took on centre half back and contributed to a lot of the pressure. Both sides were frantic to get ahead but the statistics remained even and there was no clear sign of dominance. Inverloch had the upper hand at the end of the third quarter, but Dalyston chipped away until they were back in front, showing their experience in tight games. A triumph was secured

by Dalyston as their leading goal kicker Michael Kraska made the difference. Walking away with seven goals, Kraska ensured a 10 point lead for the magpies. Inverloch’s leading players were Dylan Clark playing forward and Lewis Rankin provided a lot of energy to the game. Clint McCaughan proved valuable in the

ruck and had a good impact on the ground. I-K’s new players Will Hume and Greg Munro showed good composure and strength and also made an impact with Hume playing his best game in the ruck. Senior’s coach for I-K Ben Soumilas said it was a good run and good to see the boys put in four solid quarters.

SENIORS Dalyston 13.7.85 Inverloch-Kongwak 11.9.75

Inverloch-Kongwak Best: J. Ogden, C. Spencer, A. Dowie, B. Hayes, M. Miller, A. Cuff

Dalyston Dalyston: M. Kraska 7, J. Brooker 1, B. Fisher 1, C. Graham 1, K. Kirk 1, J. Alexander 1, D. Wylie 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: L. McMillan 3, D. Clark 2, C. McCaughan 2, J. Clottu 2, D. Lawton 1, S. Buxton 1 Dalyston Best: M. Kraska, T. Osbaldeston, C. Graham, H. Dick, S. Sibly, K. Schrape Inverloch-Kongwak Best: T. Cannon, D. Clark, L. Rankin, W. Hume, G. Munro, C. McCaughan

THIRDS Dalyston 8.7.55 Inverloch-Kongwak 5.3.33 Leading Goalkicker: N. Bainbridge 3 (D) Dalyston Best: L. West, N. Bainbridge, L. Bowler, M. McCoy, H. Wright, J. Legione Inverloch-Kongwak Best: J. Teakle, T. Taylor, Z. Tonkin, B. Barron, T. Miller, M. Burton

RESERVES Dalyston 8.12.60 Inverloch-Kongwak 4.6.30

Leading Goalkicker: K. Reid 4 (I) Inverloch-Kongwak Best: Z. Javier, L. Scott, L. Paxton, K. Reid, H. McInnes, R. Sparkes Dalyston Best: Z. Sprie, L. Ion, M. Crutchfield, L. Legione, D. Brosnan, C. Loughridge

Leading Goalkicker: A. Wallis 4 (D) Dalyston Best: M. Loughridge, S. Joma, A. Wallis, P. Dunlop, S. Coldebella, J. Coldebella

FOURTHS Inverloch-Kongwak 8.8.56 Dalyston 3.6.24

Over head: Dalyston’s Michael Kraska kicks past the defence of Barry withers.

Fast grab: Adam Cross leaps over the opposition.

In favour: Will Hume reaches for the ball after the siren.

Alberton netball round five results May 3 A Grade: Phillip Island 81 d Kilcunda-Bass 33, Inverloch-Kongwak 42 lt Dalyston 54, KorumburraBena 61 d Fish Creek 35, Tarwin 25 lt Stony Creek 57, MDU 43 d Toora 27. B Grade: Phillip Island 75 d Kilcunda-Bass 7, Inverloch-Kongwak 50 lt Dalyston 54, Korumburra-Bena 44 d Fish Creek 30, Tarwin 44 d Stony Creek 39, MDU 57

d Toora 18. C Grade: Phillip Island 65 d Kilcunda-Bass 5, Inverloch-Kongwak 48 d Dalyston 30, KorumburraBena 30 d Fish Creek 28, Tarwin 37 d Stony Creek 29, MDU 39 d Toora 38. 17 & Under: Phillip Island 27 d Kilcunda-Bass 26, Inverloch-Kongwak 23 lt Dalyston 36, Korumburra-Bena 28 d Fish Creek 20, Tarwin 30 d Stony Creek 26, MDU 40

d Toora 19. 15 & Under: Phillip Island 31 d Kilcunda-Bass 29, Inverloch-Kongwak 49 d Dalyston 8, Korumburra-Bena 19 d Fish Creek 9, Tarwin 12 lt Stony Creek 33, MDU 23 d Toora 10. 13 & Under: Phillip Island 30 d Kilcunda-Bass 9, Inverloch-Kongwak 30 d Dalyston 21, KorumburraBena 18 d Fish Creek 15, Tarwin 21 d Stony Creek 6, MDU 50 d Toora 10.

Ladders A Grade Kor-Bena ....................198.51 Dalyston .....................164.24 MDU ........................... 113.66 Fish Creek ..................105.83 Foster..........................147.10 Stony Creek ............... 115.44 Inv-Kongwak ..............109.62 Phillip Island ...............108.46 Toora .............................62.61 Tarwin ...........................49.47 Kil-Bass.........................30.54 B Grade Kor-Bena ....................152.87 Fish Creek ..................152.69 MDU ...........................140.85 Dalyston ..................... 112.63

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Inv-Kongwak .............126.02 Foster.......................... 115.17 Tarwin ......................... 105.11 Phillip Island ...............122.56 Toora .............................48.18 Stony Creek...................81.88 Kil-Bass.........................21.59 C Grade Inv-Kongwak .............217.54 Kor-Bena ....................177.48 Fish Creek ..................151.54 MDU ...........................104.59 Tarwin ........................129.49 Phillip Island.............. 117.36 Dalyston ........................94.58 Foster.............................80.30 Stony Creek...................83.81 Toora .............................74.23 Kil-Bass.........................13.77

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17 & Under MDU ...........................215.28 16 Fish Creek ..................171.08 16 Kor-Bena ....................148.08 16 Dalyston .....................129.63 16 Phillip Island............. 112.50 12 Tarwin ..........................88.54 8 Foster............................. 87.04 4 Inv-Kongwak .................77.56 4 Toora ..............................62.92 4 Kil-Bass..........................60.77 0 Stony Creek....................48.28 0 15 & Under Inv-Kongwak .............233.33 20 Foster..........................388.46 16 MDU ...........................221.95 12 Kor-Bena ....................138.37 12 Phillip Island..............129.81 12 Kil-Bass ........................91.34 8

Stony Creek .................73.91 Fish Creek .....................69.31 Toora .............................43.08 Dalyston ........................35.76 Tarwin ...........................16.98 13 & Under Inv-Kongwak .............288.89 MDU ...........................432.35 Dalyston .....................186.67 Fish Creek ..................145.33 Phillip Island................95.58 Kor-Bena ......................84.71 Toora .............................76.67 Foster.............................79.52 Tarwin ...........................59.65 Kil-Bass.........................16.56 Stony Creek...................10.57

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Islanders stay on top PHILLIP Island still resides atop the Alberton League Ladder after its 23 point victory over reining premiers and local rivals Kilcunda Bass at the Cowes Oval. In front of a bumper crowd, it was Kilcunda Bass that opened proceedings as it picked up the first two goals of the match in the first 10 minutes of play. The Island struck back straight away through the General Jimmy Taylor as he ran into an open goal for the Island’s first for the afternoon. Ben Van Brummelen added another a minute later to see things all square. Kilcunda Bass scored again at the 20 minute mark to slip back in front but a late goal to Beau Runnalls saw the Island up by just

two points at the first break. Quarter time: Phillip Island 3.2.20 Kilcunda Bass 3.0.18 Jimmy Taylor struck the first blow in the second quarter, goaling in the first minute of play. This was followed up by his younger cousin Jack Taylor at the 12 minute mark to see the Island starting to stretch its advantage. The game saw the return from injury of Josh Docherty, and he was having a day to remember at centre half back. He was involved in most plays out of the Kilcunda Bass forward line and with his ability to kick the ball 60 plus metres it wasn’t long before the Island was having more shots on goal. Kilcunda Bass goaled after 14 minutes to pull things back a bit but the Island finished off the quarter with two late goals to

Damien Hinkley and Johan Van Zanen to go into the long break 19 points up. Half time: Phillip Island 7.6.48 to Kilcunda Bass 4.3.27 The Island really turned things on in the first 10 minutes of the third quarter Mitch Price was now becoming dominant in the ruck and the Island started to pile on the goals, firstly to Van Brummelen, then Runnalls and finally Mark Griffen. Kilcunda Bass stopped the Island’s run with a goal of its own but this was followed by two more goals to Van Brummelen just before the 20 minute mark. Kilcunda Bass showed why it has won the three previous premierships as it fought back through small forward Jason Wells. Kilcunda Bass added two late goals to still be in reaching distance of the Is-

land, down by 30 points at the final break. Three quarter time: Phillip Island 12.7.79 to Kilcunda Bass 7.7.49 The Island tried to put its opponents away early in the final quarter but could only manage to kick two behinds. Kilcunda Bass made The Island pay by adding two goals in seven minutes of play. With neither side managing to take full control of the match the time kept on ticking away until Runnalls kicked his second for the match to see the Island home. Kilcunda Bass kicked one late goal before the siren but it was too late as the Island strolled away 23 point victors. Final Score: Phillip Island 13.12.90 def Kilcunda Bass 10.7.67 The Island now take

home the Eric Marks Trophy for the first time since 2010 and is ahead 10 to nine since the trophy was introduced. Mitch Price from Phillip Island was awarded the Gary Todd Memorial Medal for best on the

SENIORS Phillip Island 13.12.90 Kilcunda-Bass 10.7.67 Phillip Island Goals: B. Van Brummelen 4, B. Runnalls 2, J. Taylor 2, M. Riky 1, D. Hinkley 1, J. Taylor 1, M. Griffin 1, J. Van Zanen 1 Kilcunda-Bass Goals: J. Wells 6, J. Dakin 1, B. Ridgeway 1, D. Wells 1, D. Hoghton 1 Phillip Island Best: J. Docherty, M. Price, M. Wright, D. Johnston, B. Van Brummelen, L. Henzen Kilcunda-Bass Best: D. Hoghton, D. Holmes, J. Wells, K. Asa Leausa, T. Smith, B. Ridgeway

RESERVES Phillip Island 12.15.87 Kilcunda-Bass 7.3.45 Leading Goalkicker: K. Taylor 4 (P) Phillip Island Best: A. Redmond, R. McKenzie, C. McPhillips, B. Hamilton, A. Officer, J. Nicolaci Kilcunda-Bass Best: J. Ivanic, J.

ground. Mitch was awarded the medal by Gary’s sister Tuppy Cleeland. Gary won senior best and fairest at both clubs and was a member of Phillip Island’s team of the century.

Joyce, F. DeRubeis, S. Johnstone, D. Clay, B. Wallace

THIRDS Phillip Island 12.7.79 Kilcunda-Bass 4.2.26 Leading Goalkicker: A. Edwards 4 (P) Phillip Island Best: A. Duyker, A. Edwards, J. Piera, B. Insall, E. Hines, B. Johnston Kilcunda-Bass Best: T. Thatcher, M. Whitham, K. Condick, L. May, N. Tamburo, M. Homer

FOURTHS Phillip Island 4.9.33 Kilcunda-Bass 4.3.27 Leading Goalkicker: J. Spiller 4 (P) Phillip Island Best: J. Keating, L. Sullivan, J. Spiller, M. Mattock, A. Farrell, B. Anderson Kilcunda-Bass Best: A. Arney, S. Casey, J. Bastwrous, J. Rosenow, B. Charles, B. Aldwell

MDU on a roll M E E N I YA N Dumbalk United has won three of its four matches played so far this season. This is partly thanks to the way in which the fixture has been drawn this year pitting the top teams against the top teams and the bottom teams against the bottom teams in the first six week. MDU coach Mark Lafferty said this has been a real positive for the competition and citing his club which has won almost as many games at this early point in the season as it did for the whole of 2012. He said it has helped create a lot of interest. “The numbers are up at training and the gates are good.”

That all changes once the bottom and top teams begin playing each other but it has been a shot in the arm for the competition. Fortunately on Saturday the forecast rain did not materialise and conditions were perfect for football. MDU played three quarters to win the game by 30 points. After a second quarter during which it kicked five goals to Toora’s one and was well out in front, Toora came out after the main break and took full advantage of MDU that had totally stopped running. Toora booted 3.6 for the quarter and had it been more accurate would have been ahead at three quarter time. Three of its behinds

were posters. Grant on the Toora wing was a force to be reckoned with in his team’s revival. MDU needed to get running again in the fourth unless it wanted to be run all over and it did. In the final quarter its leaders stood up and showed the way.

Joel Sinclair and Tom McDermott dominated for MDU and Matt Robbins kicked three to finish the match with six. Toora showed great mettle on the day and demonstrated it has improved, has some good new players and will be competitive this season.

SENIORS LADDER W L D

Phillip Is...... 4 Dalyston ...... 4 MDU........... 3 Kil-Bass ...... 3 Fish Creek.... 3 Tarwin ........ 2 Kor-Bena ..... 2 Stony Creek .. 2 Toora... ........... 1 Foster ............. 0 Inv-K’wak ....... 0

1 1 1 2 2 1 3 2 2 4 5

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

143.00 128.36 132.09 125.30 79.63 103.59 98.40 82.42 80.21 75.08 67.45

16 16 12 12 12 8 8 8 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS M. Kraska (Dalyston) ......... (7) L. Damon (Fish Creek) ....... (4) B. Runnalls (Phillip Is) ....... (2) B. Fisher (Dalyston) ........... (1) K. Bergles (Kil-Bass) .......... (0) J. Wells (Kil-Bass).............. (6) M. Robbins (MDU)............. (6) L. McMillan (Inv-K’wak) ..... (3) B. Van Brummelen (Ph Is) . (4) L. Galle (Foster) ................. (0) C. Redl (Kor-Bena) ............. (1)

21 20 17 16 15 15 14 12 11 10 10

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Phillip Is...... 4 Kil-Bass ...... 4 MDU........... 4 Kor-Bena ..... 4 Tarwin ........ 2 Toora... ....... 2 Dalyston ......... 2 Fish Creek ...... 1 Inv-K’wak ....... 0 Foster ............. 0 Stony Creek.... 0

1 1 0 1 1 1 3 3 4 4 4

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0

Pts

187.38 185.05 151.52 147.03 132.11 122.83 116.45 34.70 60.27 61.54 29.96

16 16 16 16 8 8 8 6 2 0 0

GOALKICKERS M. Edwards (Kor-Bena) ...... (5) K. Taylor (Phillip Is)............ (4) R. Butler (Inv-K’wak).......... (2) R. Birnie (Dalyston)............ (0) P. McRae (Tarwin) .............. (5) B. Egeberg (Kil-Bass) ......... (1) S. Murdoch (Phillip Is) ....... (0) S. Johnstone (Kil-Bass) ..... (1) B. Doran (Toora) ................ (0) T. Davey (Dalyston) ............ (0) B. Wallace (Kil-Bass).......... (2)

25 16 10 9 8 8 7 6 6 6 6

UNDER 18 LADDER SENIORS M.D.U. 11.11.77 Toora 6.13.49 M.D.U. Goals: M. Robbins 6, J. McMillan 2, J. Sinclair 1, T. Wightman 1, S. Wilson 1 Toora Goals: B. Scammell 2, J. Maurilli-Pullin 1, J. King 1, M. Harris 1, D. Mulholland 1 M.D.U. Best: J. Sinclair, S. Wilson, J. Kennedy, M. Robbins, T. McDermott, J. Fisher Toora Best: J. Mills, M. Harris, B. Vardy, P. Grant, D. Hanratty, Z. Clavarino

RESERVES M.D.U. 10.9.69 Toora 9.6.60

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Leading Goalkicker: N. Pye 4 (M) M.D.U. Best: M. Winderlich, S. Turner, J. Bolge, N. Pye, N. Mathieson, C. Harris Toora Best: K. Sparkes, B. Doran, K. Holmes, C. Hilder, S. Kohlman, T. Allott

THIRDS Toora 8.11.59 M.D.U. 5.1.31 Leading Goalkicker: B. Willder 4 (T) Toora Best: K. Morgan, B. Willder, S. Argento, N. Nicholls, L. Chatfield, S. Vening M.D.U. Best: J. Riley, D. Thorson, L. Harris, C. Dyke, S. Forrester, Z. Cox

Above, Concentration: Ben Vardy watches the ball onto his boot.

FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 6: May 10 Fish Creek v Phillip Island Stony Creek v Foster Tarwin v Toora Kilcunda-Bass - Bye Dalyston - Bye I-K - Bye Kor-Bena - Bye MDU - Bye (DW)

MID GIPPSLAND Round 6: May 10 Mirboo North v Morwell East Hill End v Yarragon Boolarra v Thorpdale Newborough v Yall Yall Nth Trafalgar v Yinnar

GIPPSLAND Round 5: May 10 Traralgon v Bairnsdale Sale v Moe Wonthaggi v Drouin Morwell v Maffra Warragul v Leongatha

ELLINBANK

Pressure on: MDU’s Joel Sinclair goes to steal the ball from his opposition.

EAST Round 5: May 10 Buln Buln v Longwarry Ellinbank v Dusties Neerim South v Poowong Nilma-Darnum v Nyora WEST Round 6: May 10 Cora Lynn v Catani Kooweerup v Garfield Bunyip v Nar Nar Goon Lang Lang - Bye

UNDER 13 LADDER W L D

Inv-K’wak..... 3 0 0 648.00 Corner Inlet .. 3 0 0 465.00 Phillip Is...... 2 1 0 144.04 Kor-Bena ..... 1 1 1 100.94 L’gatha Jnr ... 1 2 0 68.97 Won Power ... 1 2 0 38.52 Dalyston ......... 0 2 1 81.25 Kil-Bass.......... 0 3 0 22.08 GOALKICKERS S. Flanders (Foster)............ (2) L. Gheller (Dalyston) .......... (1) R. Angwin (Foster) ............. (0) J. Pearsall (Phillip Is) ......... (3) W. Little (Inv-K’wak)........... (2) K. Robinson (Phillip Is) ...... (0) B. Cantwell (Leon Jnr) ....... (0) C. McInnes (Inv-K’wak)...... (0) N. Anderson (Won Pwr) ..... (3) C. Koscal (Kor-Bena) .......... (0) Z. Mattock (Phillip Is)......... (1) D. Kemp (Kor-Bena) ........... (0) J. Grabham (Kor-Bena) ...... (0) J. Vanderpligt (Inv-K’wak).. (1)

Pts

12 12 8 6 4 4 2 0 8 7 5 5 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 3 3

UNDER 11 LADDER W LD

Phillip Is....... 3 0 0 581.82 Inv-K’wak...... 2 1 0 248.78 L’gatha Jnr .... 2 1 0 148.81 Corner Inlet ... 1 2 0 85.71 Won Power .... 1 1 0 97.78 Kor-Bena ...... 1 2 0 63.81 Kil-Bass........... 1 2 0 45.05 Dalyston .......... 1 2 0 37.96 GOALKICKERS E. Lamers (Leon Jnr) ......... (3) J. Wrigley (Leon Jnr) ......... (2) J. Sprie (Dalyston) ............. (0) M. Moschetti (Phillip Is)..... (1) H. Kewming (Leon Jnr) ...... (3) E. Spaull (Won Pwr)........... (2) N. Fixter (Leon Jnr) ............ (2) C. Logan (Kil-Bass) ............ (1) B. Taylor (Phillip Is)............ (0) E. Anitonia (Won Pwr)........ (2) A. Eberbach (Inv-K’wak) .... (1) R. Moresco (Won Pwr) ...... (0) B. Harvey (Won Pwr) ......... (0) M. Charles (Phillip Is) ........ (1)

Pts

12 8 8 4 4 4 4 4 6 5 4 4 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Dalyston ...... 5 Inv-K’wak..... 4 Tarwin ........ 3 Phillip Is...... 3 Kor-Bena ..... 2 Toora... ....... 2 Foster ............. 2 Fish Creek ...... 2 Stony Creek.... 1 MDU............... 0 Kil-Bass.......... 0

0 1 0 2 3 1 2 3 3 4 5

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

3897.40 170.24 249.51 105.69 164.15 152.88 120.90 104.40 38.17 25.47 13.74

20 16 12 12 8 8 8 8 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS N. Bainbridge (Dalyston) .... (3) J. Sanna (Phillip Is) ............ (3) D. La Casa (Foster) ............ (0) R. McGannon (Fish Ck) ...... (3) B. Ellen (Tarwin) ................. (5) Z. Walker (Kor-Bena).......... (4) J. Moore (Tarwin) .............. (3) O. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (0) B. Willder (Toora) ............... (4) Z. MacDermid (Dalyston) ... (2) J. Stockdale (Stony Ck) ...... (3) H. Suckling (Kor-Bena) ...... (2) A. Edwards (Phillip Is) ....... (4)

11 11 9 9 9 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 7

UNDER 15 LADDER W L D

Inv-K’wak..... 5 0 0 480.26 Dalyston ...... 4 1 0 638.24 Stony Creek .. 2 1 0 139.10 Phillip Is...... 3 2 0 65.12 Toora... ....... 2 1 0 228.81 Foster ......... 1 2 0 90.24 Kor-Bena ........ 2 3 0 57.53 Fish Creek ...... 2 3 0 56.95 Tarwin ............ 0 2 0 90.83 Kil-Bass.......... 0 5 0 26.48 GOALKICKERS K. Reid (Inv-K’wak) ............ (4) D. Brosnan (Dalyston)........ (1) H. McInnes (Inv-K’wak) ..... (0) M. Mattock (Phillip Is) ....... (0) C. O’Halloran (Dalyston) .... (0) J. Stockdale (Stony Ck) ...... (3) Z. Sprie (Dalyston) ............. (1) Z. Van Delft (Inv-K’wak) ..... (0) M. McGannon (Fish Ck) ..... (1) K. Wilson (Dalyston) .......... (0) B. Rogers (Fish Ck) ............ (0) F. Brosnan (Dalyston) ......... (0)

Pts

20 16 12 12 8 8 8 8 4 0 14 10 10 9 8 7 6 5 5 5 5 5

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Wonthaggi wins local derby SUNDAY football is the go, forget about night games, it is too cold in South Gippsland. With the attraction of the clash between traditional rivals Wonthaggi Power and Leongatha on Sunday a huge crowd turned out to watch the action and despite the cold conditions were treated to another hot contest. The ground and facilities at Wonthaggi were again first class and the canteen was doing a roaring trade. It was a defining game for both sides, both keen to get a win on the board and to continue the development of their young teams. Leongatha brought in youngster Kaj Patterson still eligible for the U16’s and he showed enough to suggest he will be a player to watch in the future. Wonthaggi welcomed back Aloysio Ferreira-Neto from Gippy Power and he was named in its best players. Wonthaggi with one win under its belt and a solid showing last week against Sale would start favourite, especially playing at home but football doesn’t always go the way of predictions. All was set for a great game. As expected it was intense from the first bounce, such is the nature of the rivalry between these two teams. Wonthaggi kicking against the strong wind was immediately under pressure but its defence led by Tim Gilliland, Byron Dryden, Matt Coyne and Ben Eddy was standing up

well. Aaron Ware, Aiden Lindsay and Joel Liddle were busy around the packs as usual, fed by dominating ruckmen Earl Shaw and Chris Wylie. Wonthaggi was combining well as a team and supporting each other at the contests. Players were attacking the ball vigorously and the visitors were keen to get their running game going, kicking wide and using the big ground to advantage. Brett Lynch got the first goal of the day for Leongatha with a great snap but Wonthaggi responded with a good roving goal to Ferreira-Neto. Goals quickly followed through Riley Lindsay and Matt Howell as Wonthaggi stretched the lead at an important part of the game. Ashley Lynch, Chris Bruns and on-baller Zac Vernon were getting plenty of the ball and ruckman Aaron Hillberg was competitive against the Power’s ruck twins. Tom Marriott in the centre was working hard and Sean Westaway down back was doing well under pressure. Another youngster for Leongatha, Alex Puruntatameri, was providing good drive across the wing and into attack, finishing with two goals for the day. Wonthaggi had made a good start against the wind and were keen to drive home the advantage in the second quarter. The wind seemed to be getting stronger and although it was not a pretty game to watch the spectators were certainly enjoying the spirit of the contest. It was a typical game between these two and fortunes could change at any time.

There was no quarter given and every possession was hard fought. The weather was still relatively fine at this stage. Aiden Lindsay for Power slotted through a great goal from a tight angle and his side were lifting. Ruckman Chris Wylie marked strongly and got their second goal for the quarter. Chris Bruns now up forward for the Parrots replied with a long goal against the wind to bring them closer. Ruckman Ben Willis was doing better now for Leongatha and Marriott continued to gather valuable possessions. Travis Krause roving the packs well got another goal for Wonthaggi and Troy Harley, Jye Read and Joel Liddle added further goals to give Wonthaggi a handy lead at half time. There still did not seem to be much between the two sides but Wonthaggi was certainly making the most of the opportunities on the score-board. As the third began down came the rain and it was heavy. However, it didn’t dampen the spirits of the players as they continued to bore in relentlessly. It was a great battle and this quarter was a do or die effort. Harley got his second goal for Wonthaggi as conditions made the game scrappier. Dryden again controlled the backline with his fine run out of defence. Lachlan Wright for the visitors went off after a heavy clash and all the players were starting to show the effects of the strong tackling. The umpires were doing a great job as the game was played hard but fairly.

High flying leap: Wonthaggi’s Chris Wylie dominated the ruck contests. Photo by Mark Drury.

IN something of a coup for the Leongatha Football Netball Club, two brothers, Jarryd and Alex Purauntatameri, from the Tiwi Islands have recently joined the playing list. The younger of the

two, 16 year old Jarryd joined the Thirds on the training track eight weeks ago while 24 year old Alex played his first game in the ANZAC round. Both boys who play on the wing or half forward line are having to adapt, as do all recruits from the Northern Territory, to the different style of the game played in Victoria. Team manager, Nick

Kelly says that a much tighter form of the game is played here. “The boys are used to an open, free flowing game and a lot of handball.” Mr Kelly also commented on the vastly different conditions the boys find themselves playing in locally. “Not just the climate but the grounds up north can be quite rough and bare of grass.” He describes the brothers as having “good skill levels and reasonably quick.” Club secretary, Matt Grylls says the club has

SENIORS LADDER W L D

Pts

Morwell ......4 0 0 278.39 16 Sale ...........4 0 0 181.57 16 Maffra.........3 1 0 173.48 12 Bairnsdale ...3 1 0 144.64 12 Traralgon .....2 2 0 169.14 8 Wonthaggi......2 2 0 101.54 8 Moe................1 3 0 74.43 4 Warragul ........1 3 0 34.52 4 Leongatha ......0 4 0 63.19 0 Drouin ............0 4 0 18.78 0 GOALKICKERS J. Gibbs (Bairnsdale).................21 D. Sheen (Maffra) .....................20 T. Johnston (Traralgon) .............17 M. Ferguson (Sale) ...................14 D. MacDonald (Morwell) ...........13 T. Long (Moe) ...........................13 B. Kearns (Morwell) ..................12 M. Johnston (Morwell) .............10 S. Pickett (Bairnsdale)...............10 A. Close (Morwell) ......................9 J. Blaser (Moe) ...........................9 A. Saunders (Bairnsdale) ............8 D. Bedggood (Maffra) .................8 B. Caldwell (Maffra) ....................7 E. Shaw (Won Pwr) .....................7

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Krause burst through a pack and goaled again for Wonthaggi and Lynch for Leongatha got his second in an even quarter of football. Hillberg goaled on the siren to give the visitors some chance going into final quarter but it would take a huge effort. Wonthaggi had worked hard to put it into a winning position and it was not about to let Leongatha back in the game.

Wonthaggi continued to go in hard. Shaw and Lindsay goaled again stretching the lead and putting the result beyond doubt but late goals to Hillberg and Puruntatameri softened the result on the scoreboard at least. It had been a good game to watch with really little between the two sides in endeavour but Wonthaggi had proven to be too accomplished overall, playing a solid brand of team football and

had a couple of indigenous players from the Northern Territory come through the club in the past so it has some experience of the adjustments boys from the north have to make. “Both boys are great, natural kids, a bit shy and a long way from home.” They have been taken under the wing by their peers at the club who have gone out of their way to make them feel welcome. “The boys in the Thirds have made a great effort to get to know Jarryd and become mates and culturally it is a life lesson for them.”

making the most of its chances up forward. Wonthaggi have a well balanced young side, are well coached, disciplined and keen to do well. Next week Wonthaggi is at home to Drouin while Leongatha is on the road travelling to Warragul.

OTHER MATCHES

Jarryd who has been here the longer of the two boys, is attending Mary MacKillop College where as a new student he has the guidance of a buddy. He has been getting along really well. Alex who grew up with and is best of mates with Hawthorn champion Cyril Rioli, played for the Tiwi Bombers in the Northern Territory Football League in Darwin. Mr Grylls says “Each has something to offer the other. It is a great thing and the boys deserve an opportunity to get on with the job and they are doing well.”

SENIORS Sale 24.13.157 d Drouin 4.6.30 Maffra 20.17.137 d Warragul 3.5.23 Morwell 16.11.107 d Bairnsdale 13.9.87 Traralgon 23.18.156 d Moe 10.7.67 RESERVES Traralgon 11.13.79 d Moe 5.3.33 Sale 17.15.117 d Drouin 5.3.33 Maffra 33.15.213 d Warragul 0.0.0 UNDER 18 Bairnsdale 11.11.77 d Morwell 9.7.61 Traralgon 17.18.120 d Moe 2.2.14 Sale 7.10.52 d Drouin 6.6.42 Maffra 4.17.41 d Warragul 5.4.34 UNDER 16 Bairnsdale 123.16.154 d Morwell 2.2.14 Moe 11.7.73 d Traralgon 2.9.21 Sale 9.13.67 d Drouin 4.4.28 Maffra 7.10.52 d Warragul 3,.6.24

SENIORS Wonthaggi Power 13.12.90 d Leongatha 7.7.49

UNDER 18s Wonthaggi Power 6.10.46 d Leongatha 4.8.32

Wonthaggi Power goals: T. Gedye 2, L. Asa Leausa 2, R. Jones 1, A. Churchill 1. Wonthaggi Power best: W. Joplin, R. Jones, L. O’Connor, A. Blundell, L. Asa Leausa, A. Churchill. Leongatha goals: J. Pellicano 1, A. Trotto 1, G. Fleming 1, M. Borschman 1, L. Castagna 1. Leongatha best: J. Renden, T. Renden, J. Burge, W. Geisler, M. Comben, J. Poulton.

Wonthaggi Power goals: T. Huther 2, J. Thomas 2, C. Waters 1, L. Membrey 1. Wonthaggi Power best: L. Membrey, M. Ware, T. Huther, J. Thomas, C. Waters, C. Gilmour. Leongatha goals: M. Borschman 2, J. Riseley 1. Leongatha best: J. Riseley, M. Olden, M. Borschman, M. Dennison, F. Kelly.

Tiwi Island brothers join Parrots By Stuart Biggins

ROUND 4

Maffra.........3 Traralgon .....3 Sale ...........3 Wonthaggi ...3 Morwell ......2 Moe................1 Drouin ............1 Leongatha ......0 Warragul ........0

0 1 1 1 1 3 3 3 3

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

987.23 309.91 209.56 102.27 296.67 34.48 22.52 47.42 14.37

12 12 12 12 8 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS J. Freeman (Sale) ......................15 T. Phillips (Morwell) ..................13 J. Langshaw (Maffra) ................12 M. Allman (Maffra)......................8 A. Petrou (Maffra) .......................7 D. Loprese (Traralgon) ................7 J. Gray (Traralgon) ......................6 R. Tack (Wonthaggi) ...................6 S. Dunbar (Traralgon) .................6 D. Hutchison (Morwell) ...............5 J. Rohde (Traralgon) ...................5 J. Saunders (Maffra) ...................5 L. Stockdale (Traralgon) ..............5 P. Ryan (Wonthaggi) ...................5

UNDER 18 LADDER W L D

Pts

Traralgon .....4 0 0 437.08 16 Maffra.........4 0 0 161.34 16 Bairnsdale ...3 1 0 234.81 12 Sale ...........3 1 0 164.67 12 Morwell ......2 2 0 159.20 8 Moe................2 2 0 57.88 8 Drouin ............1 3 0 57.74 4 Wonthaggi......1 3 0 31.72 4 Warragul ........0 4 0 51.87 0 Leongatha ......0 4 0 27.20 0 GOALKICKERS B. McCarrey (Bairnsdale) ..........14 D. Kosky (Maffra) ......................11 H. Britten (Traralgon) ................11 B. Darby-Lock (Morwell) ...........10 C. Graske (Bairnsdale) ................9 J. Van Dyk (Moe) ........................9 A. Jenkin (Morwell) .....................8 D. Day (Morwell) ........................8 B. Dessent (Sale) ........................7 J. Thomas (Won Pwr) .................7 B. Brereton (Morwell) .................6 C. Stockdale ................................6 H. McKay (Warragul) ..................6 J. Colaciello (Traralgon) ..............6 T. Jolly (Maffra) ...........................6

UNDER 16

RESERVES Wonthaggi Power 6.7.43 d Leongatha 5.3.33

From Tiwi Bomber to Parrot: Alex Purauntatameri lays a strong tackle on Wonthaggi’s Tim Landells on Saturday. Photo by Mark Drury.

A great thing: Jarryd training with the Parrots Under 18s. Photo by Mark Drury.

UNDER 16s Leongatha 12.12.84 d Wonthaggi Power 0.1.1 Leongatha goals: L. Riseley 6, D. Ginnane 3, T. Brew 1, L. Nunn 1, R. Smith 1. Leongatha best: L. Riseley, H. McGannon, K. Cooper, B. Amato, T. Brew, L. Nunn. Wonthaggi Power goals: Nil. Wonthaggi Power best: B. Fletcher, T. Beaton, C. McLean, T. Murray, J. Bates, K. Brown.

LADDER W L D

Moe ...........4 Bairnsdale ...3 Maffra.........3 Traralgon .....3 Sale ...........3 Drouin ............2 Morwell ..........1 Leongatha ......1 Warragul ........0 Wonthaggi......0

0 1 1 1 1 2 3 3 4 4

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

411.69 415.89 300.00 284.73 221.56 93.33 39.53 28.95 27.86 2.43

16 12 12 12 12 8 4 4 0 0

GOALKICKERS P. Hill (Bairnsdale).....................16 C. Henness (Sale) .....................12 A. McCall (Sale) ........................11 A. Hodge (Bairnsdale) ...............10 N. Pruscino (Bairnsdale) ...........10 R. Thatcher (Maffra) .................10 A. McKenzie (Maffra) ..................9 L. Di Ciero (Traralgon).................9 R. Tatnell (Bairnsdale) .................9 S. Van Dyk (Moe) .......................8 J. Neilson (Traralgon)..................7 J. De Virgilio (Moe) .....................6 L. Farrell (Moe) ...........................6 L. Riseley (Leongatha) ................6

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Panthers look after their mates

THREE flags in as many years says it all for Kilcunda-Bass Football Club’s success on the field.

They have been exciting times. The club is striving to match that success off the field as well with an investment in improvement across the whole club. Senior players recently took part in a “Looking after Your Mates Session” run by Gippsland Road Safe with support from the Victoria Police and GippSport. The session provided players and members tips to help avoid road trauma or other injuries when under the influence of alcohol or other substances. The session promoted responsible serving and consumption of alcohol and aimed to raise awareness of the need for people to plan ahead, so that

they can get home safely and highlighted the importance of looking after your mates when out and about by providing some practical tips for the players. RoadSafe presenter Brendan Horrocks said, “Footy clubs are matey places, especially on the field. “We watch each other’s backs when we go out to play. “The same can be done after the match and when you’re socialising, make sure your mate isn’t getting into trouble, make sure he or she gets home safely and plan ahead as a group.” Kilcunda-Bass Football Club has been participating in the VicHealth “Healthy Environments Program” for the past twelve months. The program looks at making your club a healthier one across many facets

including the responsible use of alcohol. They have been working with GippSport and coordinator Gene Parini praised the club for initiating this session. “Credit should be given to president Les

Watson for getting the program to the club and senior coach Dean Alger for his full support.” The evening incorporated illicit drug abuse awareness as well from acting sergeant Michael Felton and stressed the

increase in the amount of drug testing being done by Victoria Police at booze bus stations across the state. President Les Watson was very happy with the information relayed. “These issues are big

ones for all communities and we believe educating our players and members to make the right decisions is extremely important. “These types of programs have certainly helped guide our club

around best practices.” For any other sporting clubs wanting to run a ‘Looking After Your Mates’ session you can contact Gene Parini at GippSport on (T) 5674 6004 or email gene@ gippsport.com.au

RoadSafe mates: from left, Victoria Police acting sergeant Michael Felton; senior players, Brendon Jones and Corey Smith; RoadSafe Gippsland’s Brendan Horrocks; club president Les Watson, senior’s coach Dean Alger and senior player, Jake Joyce.

South Gippsland embraces gender equality By Tayla Kershaw GIPPSPORT is implementing 50/50 clubs project in partnership with Gippsland Women’s Health Service towards the prevention of violence against women. The Victorian State Government provided funding

to allow this regional strategy to go ahead. The sessions explore violence and looking after both genders within sporting clubs. The sessions are open to all clubs including netball, soccer and bowls. Before arriving in South Gippsland the project has travelled to Bairnsdale, Sale, Drouin and Traralgon. Guest speaker on the night was Phil Cleary. Mr Cleary is the brother of a

victim to domestic violence and has dedicated his life to spreading the messages of equality. His sister’s murderer went on trial in 1989 but was given a defence of provocation and was found guilty of manslaughter. This shortened his jail sentence to three years, 11 months. “It wasn’t the sentence that outraged me, although it should have,” Mr Cleary said.

Interleague nominations THE Alberton Football Netball League has announced strong squads for the Interleague game against the Riddell and District League. Coaching the seniors is Brett Beaumont and the Reserves, Scott Andersen. The Interleague Netball team is to be coached by Cath Chester (Foster). After two training sessions at Korumburra the final announcement of the teams and jumper will be presented at Kilcunda on Wednesday, May 21. Dalyston and Phillip Island each nominated nine players for the senior team but all clubs were generous. The match will be played at the Romsey Recreation Reserve on Saturday, May 24.

Senior Interleague squad nominations Dalyston: Brad Fisher, Michael Kraska, Paul Brosnan, Patrick McKenna, Dean Wylie, Matt Schreck, Kurt Thomas, Hamish Dick, Chris Graham. Fish Creek: Todd Mackie, Ben Graham, Ashley Snooks, Travis Manne, Luke Damon. Foster: Shem Hawk-

ing, Daniel Hawking, Josh Toner, Mitchell Allott. Inverloch: Dylan Clark, Adam Cross, Tim Thornby, Brad Hender, Chris Terlich. Kilcunda-Bass: Ben Law, Chris Endres, Kael Bergles, Danny Wells, Jason Wells Aran Hayes, James North. Korumburra-Bena: Paul Pattison, Ben Fitzpatrick, Michael Cook, Christopher Urie. MDU: Joel Sinclair, Ben Thomas, Tom McDermott, Charlie Ampt. Phillip Island: Brendan Kimber, Michael Duiker, Mitch Price, Marcus Wright, James Taylor, Beau Runnalls, Jaymie Yould, Mark Griffin, Scott Riordan. Stony Creek: Luke Bowman, Sam Marriott, Jacob Byrnes, Dylan Zuidema, Cam Stone, Josh Schelling, Matt Linke, Ricky Harmes.

U/18 Interleague nominations Dalyston: Logan West, Harrison Wright, Jack Legione, Nathan Bainbridge, Michael McCoy, Kyle Kirk. Fish Creek: Gus Staley, Bailey Harfield-Park, Kieran Byers, Jack Flanders, Jake Buckland, Gareth Park, Ethan Park. Foster: Elliot Staley,

“It was the fact the man got a defence of provocation. What does this say about the way we treat women?’ Mr Cleary has had a very public life and played a role in having the defence of provocation law abolished. “What are we saying about the rights of women if men are not found guilty?” Mr Cleary said. “We still have problems with the law.” Mr Cleary says 60 women are killed by a man in their life per year.

“Women are in more danger than ever,” Mr Cleary said. “Modern women are more willing to leave a bad relationship than before. There is an underbelly of men who can’t accept a woman’s right to leave. Women didn’t leave bad men in the past, which is a historical fact.” He was a footballer, coach and social commentator at his club in Coburg. He played 200 games for the VFA – now VFL – and

has been heavily impacted by sport. The 50/50 Clubs project works to promote codes of conduct and change the stereotypical attitudes towards gender roles. “Football clubs are a great setting to find out how men grapple with the question of equality and find out how men respond to women,” Mr Cleary said. The program aims for steps to be taken towards equality in all sporting clubs, including those that

are historically male dominated. GippSport and Gippsland Women’s Health Service help to communicate positive messages and bring women into more active roles. The project assists clubs in creating a safe environment, welcome and inclusive of women and girls, and a club that does not tolerate attitudinal support of violence against women including sexist jokes and comments.

Scott Allott, Mitchell Jones, Liam Coffey. Inverloch-Kongwak: Zed Tonkin, Nick Anderson, Ben Barron, Max Burton, Corey Casey. Kilcunda-Bass: Jaidyn Burgess, Thomas Thatcher, Max Homer, Kane Condick, Mitch Whitham. Korumburra-Bena: Josh Hopkins, Jack Harris, Zach Walker, Brock Dorling, Cjae Hansen, Scott Lacy. MDU: Jason Reilly, Daniel Campbell. Phillip Island: Jack Taylor, Johan Van Zanen, Aaron Edwards, Brodie Johnston. Stony Creek: Mitch Green, Liam Harrington, Troy Sinclair, Wayne Stewart, Tom Stone. Toora: Matt Chalmers, Kyle Robinson, Sam Bishop, Shawn Vening, Nathan Nicholls.

Interleague Open netball team Hannah Flanders (Fish Creek), Nicole Coates (Foster), Jacquie Snooks (Korumburra-Bena), Hayley Pupetti (Daylston), Kate Sidebottom (Phillip Island), Abbey Shaw (Fish Creek), Jess Gordon (Stony Creek), Tess Angarane (Daylston). Coach: Cath Chester (Foster).

Spreading the message: Inverloch Kongwak club president Russ Miller and Shannon Burke, GippSport’s Dawn Martin, Gippsland Women’s Health Service’s Tanya Kilgower and guest speaker Phil Cleary are raising gender equality awareness.

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Jane Jane brings brings home home gold gold By Tayla Kershaw NERRENA born Jane Riley recently participated in the Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games.

Dedicated: Jane Riley and Sirspotalot brave the weather on the first day of the Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games.

Representing the Department of Agriculture, Jane travelled to the Werribee Park National Equestrian Games Centre with her horse Sirspotalot. Extra competitors participated this year, with some arriving internationally. This upped the challenge. “It was a good weekend,” Jane said. “We had a bit of bad weather on the first day but it was all indoors on the second day.” Jane became involved in the games through her work. Most of her colleagues choose to participate in the more popular sports but for the past few years she has had her heart set on the equestrian events. Last year she came home with two gold and two silver medals on a more experienced horse. This year she achieved gold and silver medals in the starters hack and turn out class. Jane’s 87 year old mother Faye came to watch her daughter compete. Ms Riley still lives in Nerrena and helps take care of the family farm. “It was tough competition and it was lovely to have mum there,” Jane said. Jane found it challenging to compete on such a young horse. She was proud of how well he performed, having trained him herself. All levels of experience can compete, ranging from an easy event to open. “It was really encouraging and a lot of fun,” Jane said.

“I found it quite a good and friendly atmosphere.” The games are growing every year as word gets out through each emergency services organisation. An opening and closing ceremony was held at Albert Park to acknowledge all the athletes.

Proud: from left, Faye Riley was thrilled with daughter Jane Riley’s efforts in the Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games.

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