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Joseph a hit JOSEPH and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Newhaven College’s latest musical is probably the most fun you will get from the Book of Genesis. Glitz, glamour, high spirited dancers, colourful costumes and a brilliant cast of talented students brought the family favourite, Dreamcoat to the Wonthaggi stage last week for five sell out performances. Newhaven has done it again with another winning show! See story page 2
Joseph: Year 8 student Noah Lugt-Cole was a delight in the title role during Newhaven College’s Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dream coat at the Wonthaggi Community Arts Theatre last week .
Rising from the ashes Knight’s Garage to be rebuilt By Tony Giles THE news just keeps getting better for Leongatha, with the announcement Knight’s Garage in Bair Street will be rebuilt.
Owner Tony Westaway confirmed with The Star work is expected to start mid-year on a rebuild of the historic garage. “The original facade of the building will be retained. I think this adds to the character of the building and being set back from the street has its
advantages also.” The total value of the project once completed will be in the vicinity of $1.3 million. Investment into Leongatha is flowing at a fast rate with Considine and Johnston having begun work on the new Salvation Army headquarters. Added to that are recent announcements about a new Holden dealership and Aldi Supermarket, and the town seems to be booming at the present. The VCAT hearings into the Bair Street site for the CFA are currently on (see story inside) and Leongatha trad-
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riment to future development of the retail sector. From the CFA’s point of view, there are limited options in town and they felt the position was no barrier to it being refused. Tony Westaway said a local builder will be used in the Knight’s Garage project. “I am actually just going through the quotes at the moment and will hopefully confirm soon which builder will get the construction job,” he said. The new building will house two shops, a large one at the front and a smaller one at the rear. A new feature
ers and CFA personnel will be keen to see which way this decision will go. Most traders feel that a CFA fire station in the CBD will be to the det-
at the rear will be a courtyard space suitable for a cafe. For some time now Bair Street has looked unattractive at the southern end with a number of empty shops, but with the Knight’s Garage set to be redeveloped, this could further stimulate other projects. Mr Westaway told The Star he didn’t have any firm tenants at this stage. “Over the past couple of years we have had enquiries but until people can see what they’re getting it is very hard for them to commit,” he said. Continued on page 11.
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A star is born: Karlee Hayes was brilliant and definitely stole the show in her lead role as the Narrator in Newhaven College’s Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat last week in Wonthaggi.
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BURSTING onto the Wonthaggi stage last week Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat musical was another brilliant show for Newhaven College with packed houses for all five shows.
PERFORMANCE (M) PERFORMANCE (M) 106 mins NFP* THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 10.00am, 12.25pm, 6.55pm. FRI: 10.00am, 12.25pm, 7.05pm. SAT: 10.00am, 12.20pm, 7.05pm. SUN: 12.30pm, 5.10pm. STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS 3D (M) 132 mins NFP* THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 2.15pm, 4.50pm. FRI: 1.35pm, 4.15pm, 9.30pm. SAT: 6.55pm. SUN: 7.00pm. STAR TREK: INTO DARKNESS (M) 132 mins NFP* THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 11.35am, 7.30pm. FRI: 11.45am, 6.55pm. SAT: 2.10pm, 4.50pm, 9.30pm. SUN: 2.10pm, 4.50pm. TRANCE (MA15+) 101 mins NFP* THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 2.40pm, 4.45pm. FRI: 2.40pm, 4.45pm, 9.20pm. SAT: 1.45pm, 5.00pm, 9.10pm. SUN: 2.30pm, 7.20pm. IRON MAN 3 (M) 130 mins THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 12.05pm, 4.20pm, 7.05pm. FRI: 12.15pm, 4.05pm, 6.45pm, 9.10pm. SAT: 11.45am, 2.30pm, 6.45pm, 9.20pm. SUN: 11.45am, 2.40pm, 6.50pm. THE BIG WEDDING (MA15+) 89 mins THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 12.10pm, 2.30pm, 7.20pm. FRI: 11.40am, 2.20pm, 7.30pm. SAT: 11.55am, 2.15pm, 7.30pm. SUN: 12.20pm, 2.15pm, 7.30pm. OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN (MA15+) 119 mins THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 2.05pm. FRI: 2.45pm. SAT: 4.05pm. SUN: 4.40pm. HYDE PARK ON HUDSON (M) 94 mins THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 9.40am. FRI: 9.50am. SAT: 9.45am, 4.45pm. SUN: 9.45am. GODDESS (PG) 104 mins THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 10.00am. FRI: 9.40am. SAT: 9.50am, 9.30pm. SUN: 10.00am. OBLIVION (M) 125 mins THURS, MON, TUES, WED: 4.25pm. FRI: 5.05pm. SUN: 4.05pm. BROKEN CITY (MA15+) 109 mins THURS, SUN, MON, TUES, WED: 9.50am. FRI: 9.50am. IDENTITY THIEF (MA15+) 111 mins FRI: 9.20pm. THE CROODS (PG) 98 mins SAT, SUN: 9.40am.
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This feel good musical may well be some 45 years old but it continues its relevance today combining Andrew Lloyd Webber’s incredible musical prowess and the equally impressive story telling lyrics from Tim Rice, delivering universal messages of dreams, forgiveness and the importance of family. Crammed with familiar songs Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door, Go, Go, Go Joseph and One More Angel the superb orchestra expertly directed by Kirk Skinner sets the scene with the overture providing a musical feast and taste of wonderful singing and
dancing to come. A terrific introduction to musical theatre Joseph opened last Thursday night and was a show for young and old and it was great to see so many children in the audience. It never ceases to amaze the talent coming out of this school and there were so many standouts and top of the list is without a doubt, the talented Karlee Hayes who took on the demanding role of the Narrator. Her stunning, strong singing and acting delighted the audience as she kept this hit musical rollicking along. The biblical story tells of Joseph the youngest of 12 and the favourite of his father Jacob. Year 8 student Noah Lugt-Cole took on the title role of Joseph and thrilled the appreciative audiences with his sweet singing of the big hit numbers Joseph’s eleven brothers were fabulous especially, Connor Hadley as Reuben. He drew the laughs while singing in the Wild West style, One More Angel in
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Dance delight: high spirited dancers and superb singing were some of the highlights of Newhaven College’s 2013 musical, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
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Show us the money By Matt Dunn LEONGATHA Primary School could be millions of dollars better off if the State Government signs up to the National Plan for School Improvement, principal Rob Higgins believes.
The funding plan comes in light of the 2010 Gonski education review, which advocated for higher school funding. Prime Minister Julia Gillard has given the states until June 30 to accept her “two for one” school funding plan - under which the Commonwealth will
give $2 in school funding for every $1 the state Premiers agree to pay. Only New South Wales has so far signed on. LPS’s 2013 budget shows students are funded to an average of about $5880. The total school budget is $3.8 million, but Mr Higgins believes it could rise to about $5.1 million or $9000 per student - if the State Government embraces the plan. Another local principal made similar back-ofthe envelope predictions. But others, unconvinced the Commonwealth and states can come together on a plan, have not even bothered to crunch the numbers. “Playing politics,” was the constant
term used by principals in relation to Federal and State wrangling on the issue. All the principals who spoke to The Star said they lacked reliable figures from government departments about what the potential benefit of the Commonwealth largesse could mean. However, all believed it would benefit government schools. Mr Higgins said too many children were struggling, particularly with speech impediments, because schools did not have the money and resources to help as much as they’d like. “The question I’d put to the politicians is, ‘Can you justify our schools missing out on the funding to buy
speech therapists, or to buy occupational therapists - plus the extra staff to support the programs? Is it really worth the risk of missing out on it?’” he said. “When my kids reject something I always ask, ‘What’s the alternative? What do we do instead?’ Maybe we need to ask the same question of the pollies. “Victoria can’t miss out. It’s our kids who will miss out. I’m not Liberal, Labor, State, Federal. I’m basically just Leongatha. I know the state likes to control education. But the little child in Prep doesn’t care where the money comes from, they care about the teacher in front
of them and that’s what we need to provide.” State Education Minister Martin Dixon, who spoke to The Star in Leongatha recently, said the New South Wales deal was “very different” to what Victoria had been offered. “The offer we’ve been given is nowhere near as attractive. We’ve got a lot of questions about what we’ve been offered and so we’re talking to the Federal Government about that,” he said. “It’s got to be affordable for us and it can’t disadvantage any school student in Victoria. We don’t want more control of education to fall to Canberra either, because
it’s a state responsibility.” Mr Dixon could not say whether a deal might be done “before, during or after” June 30. “We’ll see how open they are to the discussions we’re having,” he said. A federal education department spokesman said “no school will lose a dollar under our proposed new funding arrangements”. “Sticking with the current funding system could see schools miss out on $5.4 billion by 2018. In Victoria, this would mean a loss of $572,000 for every school, and around $1,489 for every student, on average,” he said.
“There are two reasons for this. The National Partnerships the Government has put in place were always for fixed periods and are due to conclude soon. National Partnership funding will be rolled into the additional investment for jurisdictions that sign up to our plan. “For those who do not participate, their National Partnership funding will continue until it expires and won’t be renewed. If Victoria signs up, it will benefit from an extra $4 billion in public funding – bringing total public funding for the state to $68 billion.”
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Rob Higgins: the Leongatha Primary School principal believes his school would be millions of dollars better off if the State Government signs up to a Federal funding proposal.
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Philippe du Plessis at the Ness Gully reservoir to discuss different options. The 86 year old dam is part of the Coalition Creek Network which feeds the town and holds 80ML. The pair discussed ways to improve the dam to increase and Korum-
burra’s water network as a whole. Mr Amor suggested removing the silt from the dam but that is not cost effective according to South Gippsland Water’s project services manager Rick Szydzik. “You can remove
4,500m3 of silt from the dam with a fair bit of work and you will only gain an extra 4.5ML,” he said. “And a project like that would cost about $250,000.” Another suggesting of raising the dam wall was also not very cost effective.
Water works: South Gippsland Water’s project services manager Rick Szydzik, Korumburra Business Association president David Amor and SG Water managing director Philippe du Plessis inspect the Ness Gully reservoir in Korumburra.
“Raising the dam wall two metres would get us an extra 50ML of capacity,” Mr Szydzik said. “That will cost about $3m but then we have to have to rain fall to fill it.” Mr du Plessis said that changes in rain patterns mean bigger dams aren’t the answer. “We need a solution for the next 50-100 years,” he said. Rumours of a connection to the Melbourne water supplies or even the Wonthaggi Desalination Plant could be on the cards but SG Water is not making any major moves at this point.
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Hassett Street kinders’ backyard blitz HASSETT Street Kindergartens outdoor play area has undergone a makeover with the addition of a roadway that meanders its way throughout the yard. Children have been having a ball using the pathway for different adventures including walking stilts, wheelie cars, hobby horses, running races and dump trucks. ‘The track is multipurpose’ said kindergarten teacher Jodie McGannon. Mrs Mc-
Gannon seeded the idea which came to fruition late last year through the generous contributions of local businesses. The businesses involved are unified by their connections to the kinder through children or grandchildren who have attended in the past or present. “The track has been designed with road safety messages in mind,” Mrs McGannon said. “The roadway teaches and reinforces road safety lessons, an essential life skill for children in preventing incidents
and injury” she said. The second step in the backyard makeover has been the replacement of the play equipment by Council in March this year. The old play equipment was no longer viable so a smart new playground has been installed, complete with monkey bars, slide, climbing net, tunnel and cubby house. The active kinder children have given the new playground equipment the thumbs up for fun. “The roadway project and new play equipment have added to
Hassett Street Kindergartens fantastic facilities”, Mrs McGannon said. “We would like to sincerely thank all those involved in the backyard blitz including Council and especially the businesses and
families who supported the roadway project and made it come to life through their generous donations,” she said. These include: • Alistair Dowling from Holcim for suppling concrete • Dale Carruthers for
concreting works • Tim McGrath for earthmoving works • Williams Signs for creating and donating line stencils • Leongatha Lions Club for suppling labour • Evens Petroleum for funding the new play cars
• Mitre 10 for donating line marking paint • AW Smith & Sons Home Timber and Hardware for donating black road paint • Parents who volunteered their time to the project cleaning and painting the roadway
CFA VCAT hearing is underway now THE hearing into the siting of the new Leongatha CFA station is underway in VCAT. The CFA has taken the matter to the tribunal after South Gippsland Shire Council refused a planning permit in May last year on the grounds the CFA’s land in Bair Street was not suited to fire station purposes. Council believes the new station would be better out of Leongatha’s
CBD and a number of business people agree. They include Shirleyanne Wright of Shan’s Lingerie, who is at VCAT with other Leongatha business and chamber of commerce representatives. Development services director Phil Stone will represent council. All are very supportive of the CFA and the great work its volunteers undertake in the community but believe Bair Street is not the right setting. The hearing is set
down for two days – yesterday and today. A result is not expected for some time. The CFA lodged a planning permit in December 2011, seeking a new station on land it owns next to the BP Service Station. The application came before council in March last year and a decision was deferred twice to allow talks between council and the CFA. These did not resolve the issue.
What fun it is: from left, Bella Houston, Will Piasente, Josh Hunt and Amber Newton have fun on the magnificent new playground equipment.
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Unhappy with budget By Jane Ross
NEW South Gippsland Shire councillors Don Hill and Andrew McEwen don’t want the proposed 7.5 per cent rate rise.
They say there hasn’t been time to find a solution but they’re hoping to put in an amendment “at the last minute”. They have set up a survey on The Star’s website and invite people to respond with their views and have undertaken to lodge those with budget submissions. “We aren’t happy,” the duo chorused. Not only do they not like the projected rate rise, they aren’t pleased with the budget process either
and want the community involved, the young included. Cr Hill thinks councillors need more time for budget consideration and would like discussions to begin in early July, thus allowing nine months to thrash it out. “It takes time to have a good look at it,” Cr McEwen said. “A community budgeting approach is a genuine partnership. I’m a great believer in common sense and a lot of people have good ideas.” He said farmers are doing it tough, local business turnover has dropped 20 per cent and he and Cr Hill want to cut rate rises over time. “The annual plan we work into has a lot of good initiatives but we are totally frustrated with the bud-
get process,” Cr Hill said.” Cr McEwen said there is an extensive opportunity to look at sharing services with other councils, citing as examples building inspectors and waste management processes.
“We need an attitude where we can reduce costs and become sustainable.” That prompted another thought. Cr McEwen said both South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils hold sustainability festi-
vals. Why not join them into one? Cr McEwen is very taken with Bass Coast Council’s benchmarking exercise. Councillors moved at their April meeting to undertake such a process. It
will look at jobs and costs and aims to make comparison with like councils. Cr McEwen suggested South Gippsland should cooperate with Bass Coast’s benchmarking process. If it indicates costs can
be shared, Cr McEwen said it would be a win for both communities. Asked if South Gippsland and Bass Coast should merge, Cr Hill replied, “I don’t see how a merger could work.”
Electoral review THE electoral boundaries of the State seat of Bass are under review. The seat is held by Liberal Ken Smith. If you see parliament in action on television, Mr Smith is the one in the big chair who, as the Speaker, calls out “order, order!” and tries to keep everyone in line. The review is the result of population growth. It is unclear what
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Classic walk for Wonthaggi By Jane Ross IT is Caroline Donohue’s fervent wish that by the time her granddaughters are grown women, they will not have to endure the breast cancer treatment she has been through.
Stepping out: Sisters Mycalie and Brodie James, Raye Tucker, Caroline Donohue and Raye’s sister Debbie Bolam are in training for South Gippsland’s inaugural Mother’s Day Classic in Wonthaggi.
Diagnosed three years’ ago, she somehow managed to have developed two different types of cancer, one in each breast. She had a double mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiation and she remains on medication. “I have survived and I feel wonderful,” she said.
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Now she is determined to do whatever she can to support research into the disease and its treatments. “Three years’ ago they only knew about four types of breast cancer. Now there are 10. If I can help stop it that would be wonderful.” Last year, Caroline took part in the annual Melbourne Mother’s Day Classic walk for breast cancer research. She said she covered 8kms in the rain. “I thought there has to be an easier way.” In typical Caroline style, she set about organising a local walk. She’s dragooned family, friends and former neighbours to the cause and 200 have registered online to walk or run 5kms from the Wonthaggi Golf Club, along the town’s rail trail and wetlands and back to the golf club. Caroline is hoping more will turn up on the day. The walk starts at 9.30am She suggested anyone wanting to would be very welcome but would be wise to collect a registration form ahead of the walk, to save time. The forms can be collected from her at Bass Coast Refrigeration on Inverloch
Road. Caroline would also like onlookers to come and cheer on the walkers. She’s looking forward to it all. “People dress up in pink wigs and all sorts of things. It will be good fun.” Pushers and prams are welcome, but walkers are invited to please leave their dogs at home. Caroline’s friends and former neighbours sisters Raye Tucker and Debbie Bolam and Debbie’s daughters Mycalie and Brodie James have been in training for the event. Raye walks very early in the mornings, Mycalie goes to the gym, Brodie has a personal trainer and Debbie walks. Caroline walks, goes to personal training and revels in Zumba. Her husband Colin will walk in the classic with her. Caroline said walkers will be presented with a medallion, there will be showbags, a sausage sizzle and a great community atmosphere. She is hoping the Wonthaggi walk will be the first of many. All money raised goes towards breast cancer research.
Mayor’s message Cr Clare Le Serve A decision will soon be made by councillors on the Draft Rural Land Use Strategy and it is important everyone has the chance to voice their opinion. The current zones were decided in 2006 and the draft has been sitting on the table for a long time now. We are not only compelled to make changes so we are in line with the State Government policy, but it is about time we had another look at them. This draft has not been a rushed document. Councillors have been working on it to ensure it is parallel with the community’s needs and we are available to speak to about the draft if you have any concerns. The strategy is broken into three main areas – agriculture, tourism, and environment and landscape. We want to maintain the rural character of the region, whilst still opening up opportunities for people. The strategy will ensure that in farming zones, the primary land use will be agricultural and relating to food produce so our land is protected for the future. Tourism is also vital to the economy of Bass Coast and the strategy will aim to further develop tourism opportunities, but not at the expense of the landscape, amenity, environmental and agricultural values of the Shire. Of course, we need to protect our sensitive conservation areas within the Shire and the environment will remain a major focus for Council. The strategy will have a big impact across all communities within Bass Coast Shire and will ultimately determine what you can and can’t do with your land. If you aren’t happy or are unsure about something that may affect you, speak up and let us know. If we don’t hear from you, we will expect everyone is happy with the changes, which may not be the case. I’ve had a lot of calls from farmers who are concerned about the Rural Land Use Strategy and have asked for an extension in time before submissions close. I will seek support from my fellow Councillors to extend the time so further talks with the farming sector can be carried out. If you don’t understand why certain changes are being made it can be frightening, so Council is giving everyone the opportunity to come and ask any questions they may have. Drop-in sessions are being held around the region until 14 May 2013 and it is important you register to attend. More information about times and dates can be found on our website. I encourage all residents to read the Draft and make a submission, which could be as simple as a letter addressing any concerns you may have or completing an online survey created by Council, which can be found on our website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/rurallanduse. The draft can be read online and hard copies are also available from Wonthaggi Customer Service Centre, Grantville Transaction Centre, Cowes Customer Service Centre and Inverloch Community Hub. You have until 24 May 2013 to have your submissions in.
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Korumburra show’s interest in planning CONTINUING community interest in the development of the Korumburra Town Centre Framework Plan was evident when 49 people representing various local groups and stakeholders attended the second round of interactive community forums recently.
Council’s Director of Development Services Phil Stone was delighted with the response to discussions on improving the town’s function, attractiveness and economy. “This hands-on workshop process with our residents allowed for constructive debate and a variety of opinions to be aired, with people working in teams to prioritise suggested projects in line with 12 proposed ‘key directions,” he said. “Their positive input will help to shape the directions to be relevant and ‘owned’ by the community.” Those unable to attend the sessions but who would like to give feedback into this stage of the project can view the latest presentation and draft reports on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au (follow home page link from ‘Documents currently on public exhibition’ to the ‘Korumburra Town Centre Framework Plan’ page). Hard copies can also be viewed at Korumburra Library and at Council Reception in Leongatha. “We welcome comments on the Key Directions, potential actions/projects, and the draft Context reports,” he added. “Just send them in to council by Friday, May 10 - email to fiona.mottram@southgippsland.vic.gov.au or post to the attention of: Fiona Mottram, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4 Leongatha 3953.” Further opportunity for public participation will be invited when the draft Town Centre Framework Plan is put on public exhibition later this year. Enquiries call 5662 9200.
Teams at work: Louise Wilson (Bendigo Bank) asks her workshop group to make priority decisions about potential projects to improve Korumburra. Seated from left are Sandra Webster and Nigel Chalmers (Milpara Community House), Jenny Moon (Rotary), Cheryl Routley (Coal Creek Probus) and Susan Hanson (West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation).
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He lives in Broome Crescent and used recycled materials to recreate the history of the State Coal Mine which opened in 1909 and closed in 1968. The town of Wonthaggi developed as a result of the mine. Bill was born in Wonthaggi, left the area as a child but returned with his wife Margaret 27 years ago. He was inspired by his uncles who worked in the mine and created the artwork to enter in the Great Gippsland Gatescape competition which is part of this year’s Creative Gippsland Arts Festival. The gate features a miner, a hand-carved pit pony pulling a cart of coal, a singing bird in a cage and a miniature version of an old miner’s lamp. Bill’s neighbour was fascinated as the work took shape and scrounged through his shed for material Bill could use. One of the items he found was an original mining pick. You can vote for Bill and other Gatescape entries by visiting www.creativegippsland.com.au
Entrant: Bill Dean is hoping this recreation of the history of Wonthaggi’s State Coal Mine will win the Great Gippsland Gatescape competition launched at the weekend.
That’s Korumburra Business Association president David Amor’s opinion on the 7.5 per cent rate rise South Gippsland Shire Council are facing in the 2013/14 proposed budget. “You can’t keep on hitting the rate payer,” he said. “We are finding it very very tough and hard.” Mr Amor said excess staff is what has lead to the high rates. “The major thing is that I can see why they’ve upped the rates is to pay themselves more money,” he said. “The shire is too top heavy and things have to change, yet they are still employing more people. “To ramp up the rates to get another $1.7m in wages is just ludicrous.” Mr Amor said most rate payers, like himself, are sick of the over staffing. “The rate payers have had enough, we’ve had a gutful,” he said. “The shire really need to do a spring clean and work out who is really pulling their weight and who is worth keeping and get rid of the rest. “I am very disgusted and disappointed.” Mr Amor said the superannuation deficient is no excuse. “Yes we know about the $4m shortfall,” he said. “But there are ways of going around that over the next 12 or 18 months.” The Korumburra resident said that lots of people he has spoken to are outraged. “I understand that a lot of people are disgusted too,” he said. “That momentum is going to roll and the people are going to make it known that they don’t want this rise. This over staffing has to stop. “The maximum the rise should be is 4.5 per cent.”
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’Gatha drug raids Police believe those offenders - one from one premises and two from the other - were actively dealing from the Peart Street and Hassett Street addresses. A 21 year old male, a 22 year old male and a 20 year old female were arrested. Morwell Police Sergeant Gary Best said a large variety of drugs, including GBH (gammahydroxybutyrate), ecstasy, meth amphetamines and cannabis, were claimed. The
By Matt Dunn POLICE have smashed a local drug ring after raids on two Leongatha premises last Thursday, May 2. The raids, which involved local members and police from Morwell, were the culmination of a three month investigation.
street value of the haul has been put in the tens of thousands of dollars. “There was a large quantity from both addresses of various substances and also a quantity of cash from both residences,” Sgt Best said. Both arrested men were charged with “numerous drugs charges” and have been bailed to appear at the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court on July 3. The female is assisting with enquiries, Sgt
All not lost with sewerage scheme By Jane Ross SOUTH Gippsland Shire’s Cr Lorraine Brunt believes common sense will prevail over the Poowong/Loch/Nyora Sewerage Scheme. “I’m quietly optimistic we have brought attention to the fact this can’t drag on.” Cr Brunt was speaking following a presentation in Leongatha last week by the Essential Services Commission (ESC) which has baulked at the cost. South Gippsland Water (SGW) has put this at $26.5 million but is now looking at ways of reducing the figure to $20m. SGW managing director Philippe du Plessis said the authority will spend six to nine months reviewing the scheme to find ways of bringing the cost down. An original sewerage scheme was to have been completed by next month. The ESC is involved in the matter because every five years, water authorities have to lodge revenue, expenditure and tariff plans for ESC approval. The ESC is an independent economic regulator. In this case, the commission has sought alternatives to the expense of the scheme.
It was made very clear at the presentation that the ESC has not cancelled the sewerage project nor questioned the need to sewer the three towns. The scheme is needed because old septic tanks are leaking, resulting in toxic water and sludge in Nyora that is making people, particularly children sick. Farmers in Poowong say seepage is having an adverse impact on the health of cattle. Cr Brunt said the lack of sewerage is also holding back development and growth. Under SGW’s five-year plan, tariffs would have risen a total of 10.2 per cent by 2017/18. The ESC’s draft view was they should reduce by 8.1 per cent by 2017/18. Submissions to the ESC’s draft response to SGW’s 2013/14 – 2017/18 water plan have closed and there will be a final decision in mid-June. Cr Brunt complimented both SGW for the amount of work it has put in to drawing up the sewerage scheme and the ESC for the clarity of its presentation and level of community consultation. Loch resident Jennie Deane said she felt reassured by the ESC presentation. “They were very keen to inform people their role is to monitor and
approve prices and their key concern was that the cost of the sewerage scheme was unnecessarily high. “I think they’ve responded well to public and community concerns.” She said by allowing SGW’s arrangement of $1.5m for the sewerage scheme for the 2013/14 year, a review of options will be possible, thus preventing the scheme from stalling. Ms Deane, who convenes the Loch Nyora Poowong Wastewater Action Group, said the ESC made it clear the sewerage scheme has been mandated by government and must proceed. She and other residents in the three towns are extremely concerned about the health and environmental impacts of the current situation. When Ms Deane was a South Gippsland Shire councillor, she said some work was done on plans for some temporary drains in the worst areas of the three towns. The action group will discuss with the current council temporary improvements ahead of a sewerage scheme being completed, hopefully in five years’ time. Ms Deane said members would keep communicating with Mr du Plessis.
Best said. “This was part of a three month investigation we’ve done at the Morwell Tasking Unit in relation to these individuals, which culminated in the execution of the search warrants,” he said. “Those arrested were processed at Leongatha. It was a bust that was driven from the Morwell Tasking Unit with assistance from local members in Leongatha.”
Call for pipe pledge By Matt Dunn LABOR Member for Eastern Victoria Matt Viney has predicted “dire” consequences if the State Government does not fund a water pipe for South Gippsland in today’s budget. With Korumburra edging toward Stage 3 water restrictions, the issue is top of the local agenda. The Star did not know the status of budget allocations when the paper went to print. Mr Viney said “Mr Ryan must act to secure the water supply of Poowong, Loch, Nyora, Korumburra and Leongatha.” “If Mr Ryan does not fund the pipe the consequences will be dire. “It’s now in Mr Ryan’s hands as to whether he continues that work to prevent Korumburra, Leongatha and surrounding towns from facing a drought they don’t have to have.” Mr Viney said was not unreasonable for people in South Gippsland to seek a secure water supply and to be given a timeline of when that will happen. “Mr Ryan is in charge of the government’s $1 billion Regional Growth Fund,” he said. “It is not unreasonable for the people of South Gippsland to expect their local member to spend just $20 million of that fund to secure their water supply for the next 50 years.” But Mr Ryan hit back at the comments, saying Mr Viney “should be ashamed of his irresponsible politically-motivated blatant scaremongering on town water supplies”.
“South Gippsland Water successfully managed water supplies during the summer months. Even during droughts, these towns did not run out of water,” he said. “South Gippsland Water continues to plan for the long-term future needs of the community and has engaged with the Victorian Coalition Government to find the best and most costeffective solutions.” Mr Ryan said Mr Viney’s plan to spend $20 million on the pipeline before a detailed business case has been provided “is irresponsible but not unexpected”. South Gippsland Water was forced to stop topping up Korumburra’s water supply from the Tarwin River on May 1 in compliance with the Corporations Bulk Entitlement Order. “Under the Bulk Entitlement Order for the Tarwin River, South Gippsland Water is required to ensure that river flows are maintained,” SGW managing director Philippe du Plessis said. “Under the order for the period between May to November each year, South Gippsland Water may not take water from the Tarwin unless the river is flowing at a rate of at least 100ML per day. “Due to the dry start to 2013 and few significant rain events, the Tarwin River is flowing at around 60-70ML per day, far below the flow rates required for South Gippsland Water to take a supplementary supply.” As a result, South Gippsland Water will augment the supplementary supply for Korumburra with groundwater extracted from the Corporation’s bore at Racecourse Rd, Leongatha. This bore is expected to yield a flow of 0.5ML per day supplementary supply.
POLICE BRIEFS Cape Liptrap rescue AN INJURED man was flown to Wonthaggi Hospital after falling on rocks at Cape Liptrap on Sunday. Part of a group of 50 Monash University students and teachers attending Bear Gully as part of an outdoor education group, the 30-year-old Frankston man injured his knee cap and was unable to continue a hike from Walkerville South to Bear Gully and back. A group of seven stayed with the injured man. But the tide came in and stranded them. The group had no provisions for an overnight stay and the man required medical treatment, so police were called to assist. The police air ambulance was utilised to air lift the man and three others from the scene. The other members of the party were driven out of the area by a local land owner. The injured man was flown to hospital and was said to be in a stable condition.
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Wed, 22 May 2013 - ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 2pm 10.00am - Public Presentations Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time FREE PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS 1/ ALDI STORES PROPOSAL: Thurs 9 May from 5.30 - 8pm A drop in information session will be held in the Council Chambers so that residents can learn what Aldi Stores is proposing for their new store in Leongatha. A Planning application has been lodged 2/ DRAFT POOLS MASTER PLANS: Tues 14 May and Thu 16 May Drop in information sessions will be held to assist residents to learn more about the draft master plans for the Korumburra and Mirboo North pools which are now on public exhibition, viz: Mirboo North: Tues 14 May - 4.00pm to 8.00pm, RSL, corner Strzelecki Highway and Baromi Road Korumburra: Thur 16 May - 4.00pm to 8.00pm, Community rooms adjoining Library We welcome your say on the issues and directions proposed for each facility. Plans can also be viewed on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or at Council reception. Enquiries and written submissions can be made to Ian Murphy, Recreation Coordinator on 5662 9231, via council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au or posted to Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha, Vic 3953 by 24 May.
3/ LEONGATHA INDUSTRIAL LAND SUPPLY STUDY: Wed 8 May, 6pm - 8:30pm A drop in information session will be held in the Council Chambers so that residents can talk with planners and consultants to get a deeper understanding of the draft study into the supply of land for industrial use in Leongatha. Plans can also be viewed on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or at Council reception. Enquiries and written submissions can be made to Victor Ng on 5662 9231, via council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au or posted to Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha, Vic 3953 by 31 May. This study will contribute to Council's land supply decisions for the future. PROPOSED NEW ROAD NAME IN THE TOWNSHIP OF VENUS BAY Council, at its ordinary meeting held on 24 April 2013 (S 10 Cl 5 (1)(a) LGA 1989) resolved to commence the process, by calling for community comment, to name the road between Louis Road and Paul Street, in the township of Venus Bay and Parish of Tarwin, traversing in an east/west direction for 150 metres be named as 'Munro Lane'. A person may make a submission to the proposal no later than Wed 5 June 2013, addressed to the Assets Technical Officer, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha 3953 or delivered to 9 Smith Street, Leongatha. Copies of submissions (including submitters' names and addresses) will be made available at the Council meeting at which the proposal will be considered and Council is required to make submissions available for public inspection for a period of twelve months. For the full details in relation to this proposal, a copy of the report (E.8 - proposed new road names in the Township of Venus Bay) is available on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au >24 April 2013 Meeting Minutes. COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Foster to Boolarong area Road maintenance Korumburra South/ Kardella South to Outtrim area Road maintenance
Foster burg failure A RAID on Foster business has seen a thief/thieves come away empty handed. The burglary occurred in Power Street between 2 pm on April 27 and 8 am on April 29. The business, which is located in a residential area, sells farming products. According to police the offender/s used tin cutters, possibly the battery-operated type, to cut sections of tin from back and side walls of premises. Entry was gained by stacking containers of cattle drench on the outside of the side wall entry point. Police believe the offender/s was/were disturbed during the attempted theft, as the owner has stated that no items were taken. Stock drench at the site was worth thousands of dollars.
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BASS Coast detectives interviewed a 27-year-old Wonthaggi man on April 29 in relation to a number of burglaries on farms in the Bass Coast and South Gippsland areas. A large amount of property has been recovered, including chainsaws, a TV and other power and hand tools. The man has been bailed to appear at Korumburra Magistrates Court on June 13.
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Aldi “significant” By Jane Ross ALDI’S Leongatha supermarket project is regarded as one “of significance” by South Gippsland Shire Council. And because of that, shire planning director Phil Stone has delegated a team to deal with it. He said recently he hopes the planning application will be fast tracked in a month. In that event, the supermarket will be ready by year’s end. It will provide 22 full time jobs during construction, 20 effective full time positions when it opens and other jobs through the supply chain. Billed as a $6.5 million project, the supermarket itself will cost $5.3m. Jarrah Lukjanov principal planner with Select Planners briefed councillors about the project last Wednesday. He was accompanied by Aldi property director Bernadette Gooda. Just before he was introduced,
an alarm sounded in the council chamber as if to underscore the import of the presentation. Unfazed, Mr Lukjanov expounded on the benefits to Leongatha of one of Aldi’s new style supermarkets. This will be the third in a more modern design. All the supermarket’s plant will be housed in a “tower” at the Roberts Lane end of the building, creating, Mr Lukjanov stressed, as little noise as possible. One of the supermarket site’s neighbours questioned him about night time truck deliveries, leaving the briefing little soothed by his responses. Asked by The Star if there was any hope of including an existing Illawarra Flame Tree, listed in the shire’s Significant Tree Register in the supermarket’s car park, Mr Lukjanov said “no”. However, when Cr Bob Newton queried whether a similar tree could be incorporated in Aldi’s landscape plan, Mr Lukjanov agreed to discuss it with the company’s landscape architect. Destruction of the significant tree doesn’t thrill Dave Sutton of
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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”. Ms Burge told The Star she hopes the money results in some work on Victoria’s rural roads, but she’s not holding her breath. She concedes it’s a start, as does Ms Denbrok who added, “It’s a great idea, it’s not enough but it is a beginning.” The $170m is over three years. The petition can probably not be credited with full responsibility for government action, but it would have helped. Mr Ryan has been aware of its existence for several months. In a press release about the new funding, Mr Ryan commented, “Last week I received a petition with the signatures of almost 4500 South Gippsland road users wanting additional maintenance spending on our road network, so this announcement of an additional $170m is very timely. “I understand the critical significance of the roads system to our communities. I travel them most days myself. Our intention as a government is to address these needs as soon as we pos-
sibly can.” He was not able to gauge how much of that $170m will come South Gippsland’s way, explaining it is up to VicRoads to draw up a program of works, but he did say it would include Gippsland roads. But the Association of Professional Engineers said government funding cuts have resulted in 1000 years of engineering expertise being lost to VicRoads in the past year alone and the authority would struggle to find staff able to do the work. Announcing the $170m, Dr Napthine said $90m would go strengthen pavement on deteriorated roads and $80m to resurfacing to make roads more resilient to wet weather.
asked if there could be more, given the town’s ageing population. “There is an opportunity to be innovative,” Mr Lukjanov replied, “we’d be happy to put line marking down (indicating) for seniors only.” He said he would be happy to talk with the neighbours at the right time in the planning process. Mr Stone said council would be contacting neighbours this week. Mr Lukjanov agreed there would be some noise impact from truck deliveries, but said they wouldn’t use reverse beepers at night and there would not be incessant truck movements because Aldi uses its own vehicles and drivers fanning out from its Dandenong distribution centre. Unloading will take place within the site and the turnaround time is 45 minutes. Describing herself as “a proud Aldi shopper” Cr Lorraine Brunt said the supermarket would “stop the haemorrhaging we’re experiencing – this will be the start of good things for Leongatha”.
A helping hand MIRBOO North Secondary College students don’t mind getting their hands dirty when it comes to helping out their primary school neighbours. MNSC Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) students Kurt Pentland and Zac Williams were in the primary school vegetable garden last week when The Star dropped by, putting up signs and making sure everything was in order. The boys said anything that got them outdoors could only be positive.
Green team: VCAL students Kurt Pentland and Zac Williams are happy to do their bit helping out the Mirboo North Primary School.
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the South Gippsland Conservation Society which helped set up the register. “It’s disappointing. I’ve looked at the Aldi plans and there is no landscaping of any significance. It doesn’t do much for town character. “Council just accepts what developers want to do.” Mr Lukjanov described Aldi as “a destinational retailer” which would attract people from outside the area, as well as support the town centre. He said a basket of Aldi groceries was cheaper than at other supermarkets and a key benefit would be that with an Aldi nearby, other supermarkets tend to cut their prices by five per cent. “This can only be a positive story.” Aldi will build on the corner of Church and Bruce streets, directly opposite IGA. The supermarket will back onto Gaudion Lane. There will be 86 car spaces which, Mr Lukjanov pointed out, was “eight above the required rate”. Two will be for the disabled. Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy
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Welcome: Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks discusses the new Leongatha Aldi Supermarket with Select Planners representative Jarrah Lukjanov following a briefing to council.
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Council will hold a community drop in session on Thursday, May 9 from 5.30 – 8pm in the Council Chambers (Michael Place, Leongatha) so that residents and interested parties can come along and learn what Aldi Stores are proposing for their new store in Leongatha. A planning application has been lodged with
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Council. All are welcome. Bass Coast Family Day Care is calling on all hands to help to set a new Guinness World Record for the world’s largest collage of cut-out hand prints. The local family day care service is one of thousands of providers in Family Day Care Australia’s national network that will contribute hand prints, with the collective goal to eclipse the 30,006 benchmark set in 2007 by the UK Scout Association. The family day care service is taking part in the Guinness World Record attempt during the inaugural National Family Day Care Week being held as part of Family Day Care Australia’s 25th anniversary celebrations. With the theme “Every Child is a Star” National Family Day Care Week will be celebrated by providers across Australia from May 6 through to May 12. More than 20 rural and regional Victorian towns will host separate Open Days over the next four months so city people wanting to relocate to the country will be able to access all the information they need in a day or weekend. Hundreds of Melburnians, who, 10 days ago attended the Regional Victoria Living Expo and had their appetite for country living piqued, will be invited to a range of creative ‘meet the locals’ Open Days, starting in May. South Gippsland Shire’s Open Day will be held on Sunday, May 26. LEONGATHA “bird lady” Margaret Wood is still upset about the corellas that screech around Leongatha on a daily basis. “If they were dogs, the shire
ANTI coal seam gas activist Maree Goodwin wants to draw the public’s attention to a television program that talks to farmers who have seen rivers bubble with methane and their bore water polluted with chemicals. Ms Goodwin said the program can be seen at abc. net.au/4corners. AN ode to mothers for Mother’s Day: It takes a mother’s love to make a house a home, a place to be remembered, no matter where we roam, It takes a mother’s patience to bring a child up right and her courage and her cheerfulness to make a dark day bright, It takes a mother’s thoughtfulness to mend the heart’s deep hurts, and her skill and her endurance to mend little socks and shirts, It takes a mother’s kindness to forgive us when we err, to sympathise in trouble and bow her head in prayer, It takes a mother’s wisdom to recognise our needs and to give us reassurance by her loving words and deeds, It takes a mother’s endless faith, her confidence and trust to guide us through the pitfalls of selfishness and lust, And that is why in all this world there could not be another who could fulfill God’s purpose as completely as a Mother!
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AUSTRALIA’S Biggest Morning Tea will be held at the Leongatha RSL at 10:30am on Thursday 16th of May. The will be a guest speaker and a lot of great raffles all donated by local businesses. For more information please call Ricky on 5662 2012.
Making the grade: Wonthaggi primary school students Emma Bowler, Millicent Pykett, Erin De Santis, Ava Scapin and Elissa Bowman were at Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College in Leongatha last Thursday, getting a taste of secondary school life. They were helped along by junior school coordinator Tara Cox (also pictured). The school welcomed Grade 6 students from across the region.
Old is new again: Leongatha Primary School students got the chance to step back in time last week when they ventured to Coal Creek Historical Park in Korumburra. Pictured here are Nicky Hosking, Gerard Bashaw, Kody Hobbs and Rem Dal Pozzo in their 19th Century Sunday best.
Kleenheat Gas and Leongatha Rural Supplies have donated a barbecue for auction for Eleanor Patterson’s fundraising night to help her get to Ukraine in July to compete in the World Youth Athletics Championships. Pictured from left are Brett Treadwell, Kleenheat Gas Representative, Eleanor Patterson, and Caine Salmon from Leongatha Rural Supplies.
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At the latest Korumburra Secondary College assembly it was wonderful to see the contribution of so many senior students. Mungo Trumble spoke about representing Australia in under water hockey, Ashleigh Honan again displayed her musical talents and Liam McCall reported on how he went at the Australian School Triathlete competition, where he came an impressive 21st. Well done to all these students. During last week senior students attended a number of excursions. The Year 12 Studio Art and Visual Communication students visited some art galleries in Melbourne and the Year 11 VCE students went to Monash Caulfield to attend a careers and VCE expo. Reports from teachers indicate the students represented the school wonderfully and found both events very worthwhile.
THE MDU Football Netball Club is gearing up for its 50th anniversary celebrations to be held over the June long weekend. Lots of activities are planned, including a reunion dinner and presentation of a 50 year DVD. MEENIYAN Tourism and Traders Association is planning the third Meeniyan on Fire event, to be held in mid-July. Applications for stalls are sought – email trullipizza@live.com.au
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GLITZ and glamour marked a highly successful kindergarten fundraiser, the inaugural All that Glitters Gala Ball at the San Remo Recreation Centre on Saturday night.
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Mountain View goes stage two MOUNTAIN View Lifestyle Village is expanding to its second stage of construction this month. Construction of nine new villas will start in May as well as the surface of the bowling green. This comes after great interest in the first eight villas which are up for grabs. Four sales are in progress in this first stage so get in quick if you want to move in straight away or confirm your spot in this fantastic village. Enquiries are up at the village and a survey is heading out to the client base soon.
A letter box drop will be happening in South Gippsland so look out for a flyer in your post box. The village includes a community centre full of features. A swim in the large indoor pool might tickle your fancy, or a game of bowls on the soon to be completed bowling green. The lounge or alfresco area is also perfect for social interaction. Caravan and boat parking is on site and the village offers you lots of freedom and living opportunities. To register an expression of interest please contact a sales office representative on 1300 306 255 or 0419 575 700.
FINANCIAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE Trevor Davis: the village/sales manager at Mountain View Lifestyle Village is excited about the work on Stage 2 of the development.
Sunny winery wedding HOT weather provided the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding held in early March.
Happy couple: Prue and Mark were married among the vines in early March surrounded by family and friends.
Prue Beck and Mark McCarthy of Leongatha honeymooned in Port Douglas after their wedding on March 9, at Lucinda Estate Winery. The afternoon ceremony was held at 4pm, which was immediately followed by the reception at the same venue. The weather was in the high 30s and this meant it was perfect weather for an outdoor wedding Prue’s bridesmaid was her best friend, Bronwyn Fawcett and Mark had Mitchell Foon as his groomsman. The couple’s gorgeous 10 month old daughter, Milla Rose was the flower girl for the special occasion. The bride wore a stunning Lisa Ho one shoulder dress made from silk tulle. The pair was wed by celebrant Pam Herrald.
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Continued from page 1. The garage, which formerly housed the Henriettas home wares and cafe store, was tragically burnt to the ground in May, 2010, retaining only the historic facade. Mr Westaway said it was important the original facade of the Knight’s Garage building be retained. When Alan and Meg Steenholdt moved into the Knight’s garage to open Henriettas in August 2002, it was the first time the building hadn’t housed a motor garage or car dealership since being built by Mr Vin Knight in 1932. Tony Westaway is the grandson of Vin Knight, so the building has huge sentimental value. “Mum (Vin Knight’s daughter Vivian
Westaway) is really happy with what we have planned.” Neighbouring businessperson, Kathy Smith from Kelvin’s Bedding, was also excited about the announcement. Their business lost 90 per cent of stock and ceased trading for six months due to the fire. “The fire cost us a fortune in lost stock and trade; we also kept staff on at this difficult time as well,” she said. “Henriettas brought a lot of traffic to us up this end of Bair Street so hopefully we can see some new businesses thrive in the new building.” Mrs Smith is also on the executive of the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
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E D I T O R I A L Drug bust THERE is no secret drugs are everywhere and the proof this week is the big drug bust by local Leongatha and Morwell police. Police believe the offenders were dealing from well known residential streets, Peart and Hassett streets in Leongatha. The drugs seized included GBH (gammahydroxybutyrate), ecstasy, meth amphetamines and cannabis. It is scarey to think these drug dealers are dealing in well known residential streets where families and children dwell. The police are to be commended on breaking this drug ring and seizing tens of thousands in drugs, at least this is one load of drugs that will not make it onto the streets and even worse into the hands of our youth. We cannot be naive and think drugs are not on our doorstep or that the problem isn’t as bad here as in Melbourne, after this huge bust we must open our eyes and help police stamp out drugs in this area. These dealers are parasites on our community and pose a real danger to our youth and the community at large need to be proactive and assist police in riding Leongatha and South Gippsland of drugs. If you have any information that may assist police in their investigations then phone 5662 2285 or crime stoppers 1800 333 000.
Good sports PHILLIP Island Football Club proved this week good sportsmanship is alive and well when it lent several of its players to the Yarram Football Club so it could field a reserves side. Yarram got beaten by a huge margin but the score didn’t really matter what did matter was that these young bulldogs donned the opposition jumpers and allowed the match to be played. While Yarram got trounced in the reserves it was a different story in the seniors with one of the hardest fought matches you would see. Both teams gave their all and finally the score was a draw. Not a result either team wished for but none the less the winner on the day was good sports and to all you Island players who donned the Yarram jumpers well done!
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Relay praise for community The 2013 South Gippsland Relay For Life Committee wish to express its thanks to the businesses and communities for supporting the Relay on April 20 and 21 at the Dumbalk Recreation Reserve, helping to make it a wonderful and inspiring occasion. A special thanks to Michaels Supa IGA, for its ongoing support; of both the Relay and the Leongatha Lions Club, who provided the event catering; the team IGA Leongatha Team also
made an important contribution to the Relay. The Committee would also like to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of the Dumbalk Recreation Reserve and the Tarwin Valley Campdraft, businesses, volunteers and performers from across southern Gippsland and the generous promotional opportunities offered by The Great Southern Star,and other media outlets. The Relay Committee was also delighted with the response its Paint the Town Purple attracted a total of 20 teams and 385
registered participants gathered from all over South Gippsland. The Relay For Life raised in excess of $32,000; with Team IGA Leongatha being the standout fund raiser, followed by the Grammar Heroes and the Tree of Hope Team. Fundraising stays open for four weeks after the Relay; it’s not too late to contribute to your favourite team. The next South Gippsland Relay For Life has been set for Saturday and Sunday, March 29 and 30, 2014. Entering a team in 2014 is easy; contact Karen Lawson on 5664 4271, Walter Aich 01419 559 367 or go the Relay For Life website (www.relayforlife. org.au/) and follow the register links. Walter Aich, Chair of the South Gippsland Relay For Life Committee.
Fix up your own Rates mess I fail to see why we the ratepayers are expected to fix up this superannuation issue. I wont pretend to fully understand all the ins and outs of it all but I know if a business doesn’t properly cover all its super requirements no-one will bail them out, so how does it end up being our responsibility ? I have a idea of how to save some money for the Shire, cut the amount of shire cars back, that just sit there driven to work but then just parked there ’til home time. All these staff surely don’t have to drive somewhere for the shire all at once! Cut the total amount of cars back and share cars or drive their own cars to work? Also why not buy the base model, a small hatch worth $13000 with no extras. I’m sure the amount of shire cars with tow bars for example is just a total waste. Also why was the car park yard at the depot in Yarragon Road sealed just to park cars there ? What a waste, the asphalt could have gone on ratepayers roads. The dodgy road repairs amaze me, how can it make economic sense to put a bit of hot mix in a pot hole and have the shire worker tromp up and down on it to compact it. This just won’t last I’m sure. If I was paying you to fix pot holes with hot mix for me I would think it should be rolled or mechanically flattened with a
wacker to ensure its longevity. I also wonder if anyone has done a check on how long repairs to roads by the shire and VicRoads are lasting. Why not just dig it up and fix it properly. If I build something it must be done to a standard so should these repairs. Stop wasting our money. David Brereton, Leongatha.
Praise for local Relay for Life On behalf of Cancer Council Victoria, I congratulate and thank those who helped make the South Gippsland Relay For Life a successful event. In April, more than 380 local residents came together to participate in the overnight relay-style event celebrating cancer survivors, remembering loved ones lost, and encouraging the community to fight back against cancer. This year, South Gippsland participants are expecting to raise $40,000 which will support Cancer Council Victoria’s research and prevention programs, as well as support services for local residents specifically, the Cancer Council Helpline. South Gippsland residents can call the Helpline on 13 11 20 and discuss cancer-related questions with a registered cancer nurse. Finally, I would like to personally thank each of the volunteer committee members, led by Chairmanager Walter Aich, for volunteering their time and energy to ensure the event’s success. We would not be able to make such great inroads without the dedication, commitment and support of our donors and volunteers. Todd Harper Chief Executive Officer Cancer Council Victoria
Rates pain No doubt many ratepayers are scratching their heads at the news Council rates are rising by 7.5% and are frustrated by our councillors’ response, which to date has been to wring their hands and say it’s all too hard. Well what is hard for farmers like me is finding an additional $2000 (to a total of $30,000) in the forthcoming year while my income has dropped by 15% and the outlook for the cattle industry is uncertain. Thus, in response to council-
lors’ pleas to offer some advice as to where savings could be found I examined the budget and was taken aback at some of the costs we will be expected to carry next year. Consider just a few questionable imposts: 257 full time staff at an average wage of $84,000. The budget allows for a 4% wage rise with 8.9% more allocated for employment costs. Four additional people will be employed. With most wage negotiations productivity gains are expected. One would anticipate fewer staff could be employed on that basis. The Bass Council is reviewing its wages and structure looking to benchmark staff costs. Rather than complaining that a cut in jobs is a cut in services perhaps our councillors could collaborate with their neighbours and actively examine where belts could be tightened. Last financial year $972,000 was spent on office/computer equipment. This year an additional $833,000 will be spent. On what? Those figures equate to $7000 per employee over two years. Waratah Bay camping ground has been allocated $723,000 ($110,000 from Federal coffers) for work on a toilet block and camp kitchen area. Doesn’t this sound excessive? The rates income of $34 million is anticipated to deliver a surplus of over $6 million. If councillors are sincere in their protests that they are aware of the difficulties ratepayers are facing surely a surplus of such magnitude is inappropriate and untimely. I have been overwhelmed with support from members of the public following my letter to the Foster Mirror last week. It is clear many people are struggling and cannot afford to continue to carry the excesses of the Shire Council. This rate increase is not a one-off. The budget indicates increases of 6% for the next four years. Shire staff and councillors must listen and find the courage to make some hard decisions just as we are in managing our own budgets in difficult times. Malcolm Davies Foster
Give ’Burra a chance Regarding the article on page 9 dated Tuesday, April 16 about Ready to Roll.
I STRONGLY believe Phil Stone should reconsider his choice, and think about neighbouring towns such as Korumburra for a change. The people of Korumburra, me included, have to travel out of town to Leongatha, Warragul, Wonthaggi, Cranbourne or even Dandenong to receive groceries and get good deals on foods for our families. Leongatha has two supermarkets, IGA and Woolworths and I find it ridiculous there was such a great debate on whether the saleyard in Korumburra was suitable for having an Aldi store or shopping complex there. The decision was rejected and utterly annoys me as so much time was wasted on trying to make a decision, and yet when it came to placing a store in Leongatha the proposal was welcomed in without hesitation. Leongatha has recently built a Best and Less store and they are already planning their next move for the town, and with what space are they inclined to do this with enough parking available? Also the town of Korumburra has had various houses and units built for the rising population of the town and with the amount of jobs a complex would have, means the youth of today wouldn’t have to travel too far for a job, making it easier for parents as well. For years now, the Korumburra saleyards has looked disorganised and a disgrace for the travellers who pass through from Melbourne, commonly tourists and the locals. But you must remember that the saleyards was one of the town’s most income and popular destination for cattle buyers. A lot of small businesses within the saleyards have been forced to close due to loss of production. It also is often hard to describe to people who don’t know the town as we do, where our supermarket is located and the directions to get there, so if we had one on the saleyard free premises, everyone would see its location, leaving or coming into Korumburra. I believe Korumburra deserves something new to satisfy the public of the town, to benefit our small town and to stop us travelling such distances. We want some growth in our town and it’s about time we have some, instead of the shire council trying to kill our spirit and our town. There is potential, so why not start construction now? Geoff Hurst, Korumburra.
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Discover the middle school difference
NEWHAVEN College’s new middle school is opening in 2014 and a series of public information sessions have been planned for you to discover the difference a middle school education at Newhaven will make for your child.
Head of the middle school, Jane McGillivray, invites you to meet her and discover what it and Newhaven College have to offer your child at one of two public information evenings. The first is on Thursday, May 9, from 7pm to 8.30pm at Newhaven College Junior School, 1770 Phillip Island Tourist Road, Sunset Strip. The second is on Tuesday, May 14, from 7pm to 8.30pm at the Wonthaggi Town Hall, Baillieu Street, Wonthaggi. Everyone is welcome to attend. College Principal, Gea Lovell, has successfully introduced the middle school structure in her two previous positions in Melbourne at The Knox School and Wesley College and is well qualified to lead the change at Newhaven. She is a firm believer in the middle school philosophy, the most important function of which is to address the specific
developmental needs of students. “The 10 to 15 year olds that typically comprise our Year 5 to 9 students form a distinct developmental group”, Mrs Lovell said. “They are going through the adolescent phase. As we all know, it is a period of rapid, uneven and complex development, physically, cognitively, socially and emotionally. “These students’ needs are complex and it has been shown through much research traditional primary and secondary structures are inappropriate for today’s students. “I am so pleased for
sound educational and pastoral reasons, Newhaven College is moving to a three school substructure.” The excitement is growing among junior school students as they watch their brand new school quickly taking shape. Giant steel and timber frames are springing up daily bringing the floor plans for spacious classrooms, an art room, science lab, a student health centre, a multipurpose area, outdoor spaces and staff facilities to life. The clever positioning of middle school alongside the existing
Above, Middle School Perspective: A 3D visual impression of the finished middle school shows its size, style and relationship to the existing Junior school in the foreground.
Below, Can’t wait: from left, Jake van der Plight, Mack Williams, Angus McGillivray, Scout Greenhalgh, Olivia Skate, Rachel Aitken and Lily Scott are excited to be amongst the first students to attend Newhaven College’s Middle School when it opens in 2014. multipurpose court and junior school will create a separate learning environment for Year 5 to 8 students, while allowing for integrated activities and cross-age experiences from Prep right through to Year 9. While middle school will provide an environment specifically tailored to support the broad range of physical and emotional development exhibited in Year 5 to 8 students, Year 9 students’ needs are already being catered for at the separate Year 9 environmental centre. The environmental centre itself is an award winning, environmentally smart building with
many sustainable features, situated high on the hill behind the junior and middle schools with classrooms looking out across Westernport Bay. Of course to fully appreciate Newhaven College’s facilities and caring community, a school tour is essential. Both campuses will welcome you at the open day on Saturday, May 18 from 10am to 2pm. Regular school tours are also offered, or you may choose to have a personal tour at a time that suits you. Please contact college registrar, Mary Brown, on 5956 7505 or visit www. newhavencol.vic.edu.au for further information.
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Good cents for solar offer
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In conjunction with SunPower and Diamond Energy the NRG Innovators team is offering a secure feed in credit of at least 25cents/kWh*. This limited time deal is available to customers who install SunPower solar panels and switch
their energy provider to Diamond Energy. NRG Innovators’ Shane Clayton is excited about the deal. “SunPower is the world’s leading solar panel producers,” he said. “They make highly efficient panel which has been proved by Photon, the international testing
agency for solar panels.” The SunPower E20 panel is the same size a conventional 250 watt but puts out 327 watts. “On top of that they have been proven to work well in extreme heat and low light cloud cover conditions,” Mr Clayton said. “This is perfect for Gippsland weather.”
The reliable product has a true 25 year onsite warranty. Diamond Energy are a Melbourne based company that are all about renewable energy. “They are one of the only energy companies that will deal with all the change over paperwork and manage the whole solar transistion for you,” Mr Clayton said. “This saves the customer lots of stress and makes the positive transition much easier. “And when you deal with the company you will always deal with a person in Melbourne that will help with your query.” NRG Innovators are a local company that are fully accreted dealers of SunPower. They have accredited and fully li-
censed installers across Gippsland. “We offer premium quality installation of premium quality products,” Mr Clayton said. “Something we have learnt from decades of experience is that cheap is not good. Quality and service is much more important. “A higher quality product’s return will far exceed that of cheaper ones.” *conditions apply.
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A rate rise is never a moment of joy for Council or ratepayers alike and the significant increase this year has caused some consternation. However factors like staff and salary increases that have been earmarked as problematic, have been created in part by the in-house return of waste services, and will save Council over $1 million in contractor fees annually. We are looking at ways to generate other forms of revenue by being more entrepreneurial with assets such as Coal Creek. We have also committed in the Annual Plan to review staff structure and services and to develop a rating strategy. The harsh facts of life are that costs are rising for the delivery of services to you and we are faced with the option of recovering the costs or eliminating services. No-one seems keen for us to drop any services, and so we have a higher increase this year after several years of having among the lowest rate rises in rural Victoria. Several on-costs to Council have made this the year that the ‘piper must be paid’ for the 150 plus services that we provide to ensure the health and wellbeing of our communities. I encourage you to contact your Ward Councillor/s or Customer Service should you want a better understanding of the range of services that Council provides and the challenges they have had to take into account.. Council remains keen to talk with our communities about our plans and projects and to consider your ideas and comments so that our pictures are in alignment. Yes, we say this intermittently throughout the year and it can sound like a platitude, but it is genuine and right now is an incredible time for you to talk with us on decisions that will affect your lifestyle and environment. Click on our website (www.southgippsland.vic.gov. au) in the comfort of your own home and you can view the following draft documents that reflect just some of the many strategies we have been developing and currently have out for public exhibition. You can also study them at Council offices, libraries and key locations. You might find it worthwhile to view them with an interested friend/s to bounce ideas around and submit your comments. There are also several information sessions scheduled to explain some of these projects, details of which are listed in this week’s Council Noticeboard ad in this issue. • Draft Budget, Annual Business Plan and four Year Council Plan • Draft Leongatha Industrial Land Supply Study (+ Info Session) • Draft Korumburra and Mirboo North Pools Master Plans (+ Info Sessions) • Proposed Leongatha Aldi Store ‘drop in‘ Information session • Domestic Animal Management Plan • Municipal Public Health and Well Being Plan • Korumburra Town Centre Framework Plan • C84 SP Ausnet Leongatha rezoning and expansion • C87 Hospital Helicopter Landing Site Protection • Proposed new road name at Venus Bay • Proposed new road name at Foster We welcome your written submissions relating to these projects.
Cr Kieran Kennedy, Mayor
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The Great Southern Star’s
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Star models: Kylie Hodge, Sam Hodge, Jessie Spencer, Susan Mueller, Rhonda Newton and Amy Charlton and Emma Podesta added a touch of glamour to The Great Southern Star Wedding Expo at the Memorial Hall in Leongatha on Sunday.
Stunning: Inverloch personal trainer Emma Podesta swapped the gym for the catwalk as she modelled fashions from the Haze boutique in her home town.
Wedding expo-a winner THE Great Southern Star’s 13th Wedding Expo, held last Sunday was one of the biggest yet, attracting visitors from Melbourne, the Latrobe Valley and locally.
Top show: people travelled from all parts of Gippsland and Melbourne to attend The Star’s wedding expo on Sunday, including bride to be Lauren Ortel and friend Rebecca Morland, who chatted with expo compere Kate Adkins, owner of Events By Kate.
Wedding fashion: models Jacob de Kunder and Sam Hodge paraded some of the latest fashions from Panther’s Mensland and Haze boutique.
Stylish: Amy Charlton showed off some lovely creations from Influence on Dusk boutique in Leongatha at The Star’s expo.
Expo coordinator and Star and advertising manager Joy Morgan said the Memorial Hall looked fabulous and there was a real buzz and excitement for the duration of the expo. “Stall holders go to great lengths to set up their stalls to make their exhibits attractive and colourful,” she said. “Engaged couples could go to the expo and plan their whole wedding on the same day under the one roof.” The stage was decorated by Jo and Mary Cox from Monsview Creative Weddings, who always do a superb job. Joy praised compere Kate Adkins from Events By Kate, Marty Box and Brent Sinclair Catering for their efforts on the day. “They all did a great job and helped make this year’s expo one of the best. “I would also like to thank Modern Male, Your Style Store, Kooks Catering, Fifth Avenue Jewellery, Emma Jean Event Hair and Psst Secretarial for their prize donations,” she said. The fashion parade, always a highlight of the expo, did not disappoint this year, with stunning fashions on parade from Haze Inverloch, Panther’s Mensland and Influence on Dusk. Three major prizes donated by Leongatha businesses were drawn on the day; first prize was an outdoor dining setting from A.W. Smith and Sons and was won by Haley Evison. Second prize was an LED television from Hartley Wells Furniture and Betta Electrical, which was won by Karina Bengtsson. Third prize was a homewares package
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from Henrietta’s, won by Vivian Carroll. Joy said this year’s expo has already had huge interest shown for next year’s event, and she encouraged anyone looking to be part of the 2014 Star expo to book now. “We had people coming over from the Latrobe Valley wanting to book stalls for next year,” she said. “Lots of stall holders commented to me they received bookings on the day, which adds to the success.” “I am looking forward to seeing everyone next year at The Great Southern Star’s 14th Wedding Expo.” See more next week!
Eye on fashion: Kylie Hodge from Haze Inverloch, Judy Stone from Influence on Dusk and David Panther from Panther’s Mensland provided the stunning fashion seen during the expo’s annual parade. A big thank you goes out to Kylie, Judy and David for their ongoing support of the wedding expo and to the gorgeous models who brought the fashion parade to life.
Male models: Jacob de Kunder, Jai O’Flaherty, Daniel Comani and Ed Carmody strutted their stuff on the catwalk as part of The Great Southern Star’s Wedding Expo on Sunday.
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Celeb rating the opening of
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“Now with our total commitment to preventing tooth decay and gum disease, along with adopting a minimal intervention children’s dentistry programme, we make enjoyment the basis of the visit.” “Kids love to come and see us - they pester their
parents to make “IFD fun visit” appointments.” Dr. Lee said mums and dads are able to come to us now, relax, have a coffee, be listened to and have their dental needs attended to without distraction or hassle. “We discuss everything up front, assume nothing and leave nothing to chance or luck, it’s the IFD way” he said. For appointments and further information ring Inverloch Family Dental on 5674 2691.
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A million reasons to buy a Pink Bun LEONGATHA Baker's Delight will join over 600 Bakers Delight bakeries by turning pink and donating 100% of the sale of their Pink Finger Buns to Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) Bakers Delight bakeries are aiming to raise a record breaking $1.2 million from May 2-22 through its Pink Bun campaign to help fund BCNA's work to ensure that women diagnosed with breast cancer, and their families, receive the very best treatment, care and support possible. The money raised by Bakers Delight customers will support BCNA's free information resources, such as the My Journey Kit, a resource for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Maxine Morand, BCNA CEO and a breast cancer survivor herself, said the support provided through the Bakers Delight Pink Bun campaign is just as important as ever. “The Pink Bun campaign raised more than $1 million for BCNA in 2012, and last year 81% of women newly diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia received a My Journey Kit. That's a figure we're incredibly proud of at BCNA, but one that wouldn't be possible without the help of Bakers Delight and their customers,” said Maxine. “Why not make a difference this Mother's Day by buying your Mum or kids a meaningful treat? 100% from the sale of your Pink Bun will come directly to BCNA to support Australians affected by breast cancer.” Staff at Bakers Delight Leongatha hope to make
Check it out: you will see actors Bryce Hardy, Chris Gibson and Sarah Ranken in Leongatha when it airs on Thursday night at 10pm on Channel 31.
Small screen debut for Leongatha LEONGATHA hits screen this week.
Teagan Denbrok doing her bit for breast cancer fundraising last week at Baker’s Delight. this the most successful Pink Bun campaign ever, aiming to do their bit to better the $1million raised in 2012. Customers are also encouraged to leave a personal message on a Pink Lady silhouette for a gold coin donation. The message may be in support or memory of a loved one with breast cancer in their family or community. The silhouettes will be displayed around each local bakery during the campaign.
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The comedy series filmed in Bass Coast and South Gippsland, named after one of our favourite towns will air on Channel 31 at 10pm on Thursday. It will continue in this time slot for all six episodes. The series follows the story of Denny Finch begrudgingly making his way to the regional Victorian town of Wonthaggi to film a cousin’s wedding. A mini-bus waits to transport Denny, his family members, friends, the marriage celebrant and a mysterious stranger to the ceremony in the nearby town of Leongatha. The trip which should only be short does not go to plan as mechanical faults, family disagreements, missing children, pesky local “wild-
life”, unplanned funerals and other unforeseen circumstances stop the bus in its tracks. Filming occurred in Wonthaggi, Cape Paterson and Inverloch. The laughs along the way will be a certainty but this is not one for the kids with some inappropriate jokes on the agenda. Ironically most TV antennas in Leongatha can’t receive Channel 31 but those wishing to follow the series will still be able. By logging onto www.c31.org.au/program/view/program/leongatha you can watch the series as it is released. If you are planning to watch the show on Thursday tell us here at The Star what you thought. Email your thoughts to news@thestar. com.au or contact us via Facebook, just search The Great Southern Star.
Colourful: the cultural traditions of Indonesia will be brought to Wonthaggi Secondary College this week.
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Spirit of Indonesia THE 600 students at Wonthaggi Secondary College’s junior campus will be treated to the beautiful and traditional Spirits of Indonesia. Cultural Infusion will visit the school on Thursday morning. The program includes different dance styles from Bali and Java. One of the dances is Tari Merak or Peacock Dance, while another is Bajidor Kahot, inspired by martial arts. By presenting several different dance
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styles in a variety of beautiful costumes, students will gain an appreciation of the diversity of Indonesian culture. Cultural Infusion is a national organisation dedicated to creating intercultural contact for a positive change and is committed to building cultural harmony and wellbeing through a range of arts and engagement programs. To find out more about Cultural Infusion and its programs, visit www.culturalinfusion. com
Working hard: from left are Gill Heal, Dot Kennedy, Annie Bain, Julie Statkus and Robin Bunker are some of the group busily gathering history for a Tarwin Lower/Venus Bay oral project.
Oral history project comes together A GROUP of committed people has been working very hard interviewing a number of residents from Tarwin Lower and Venus Bay to gather their stories and recollections of life in the area during the last century.
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The stories have been collated and are recorded in the words of the people recalling their memories. The project working group has been meeting since last October and group members have interviewed and transcribed the stories of 17 people. These stories will be collated into a booklet that will be available to families of the in-
terviewees and to the general public. Late last month, the project working group was assisted by Gill Heal who lent her expertise to help identify the main themes coming from the stories. This will assist in the development of a script for public performances. Actors will read the stories during the performances held on November 9 and 10 in the Venus Bay/Tarwin Lower area. The project is supported by members of the Tarwin Lower and District Community Health Centre committee. The Gardiner Foundation through the Lower Tarwin Valley Project has provided funding to enable the project to be undertaken.
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MOTHER’S DAY
SUNDAY, MAY 12
Come on fellas, step in for Mum SHAN’S Lingerie has many male customers and staff are more than willing to help with your selection. “We find a lot of men browse in the window and often come in for gifts for birthdays and, of course, Mother’s Day is big,” Shirleyanne Wright told The Star. “The guys tend to know what the
mother’s want; they are often in helping their children find something for Mum.” “They have a pretty good idea what they want, we rarely have much returned.” Shirleyanne said sleepwear was always popular in materials including wool, cotton/wool or cotton. “The dressing gowns are magnificent this season.”
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Family Bistro Menu
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NOW $224 Captain's Lounge Menu
Soup of the day Traditional Caesar Salad Thai fish cakes with sweet
Main Roast leg of Pork Chicken and leek open pie Porterhouse steak Herb crusted Barramundi fillet, polenta chips, smashed peas and capsicum coulis
Dessert Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce Lemon tart, berry coulis with vanilla whipped cream Tiramisu with espresso sauce anglaise
Breakfast Trifle Pancakes with warm berry compote Toast with house made strawberry jam Eggs on toast Spanish baked eggs with chorizo Eggs Benedict Captain's Big Breakfast or
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$35 per head Children up to 5 years free Children 5-12 years $20 Selection of house made mini pastries, scones and sandwiches Glass of sparkling wine Coffee and Tea Selections
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Special treat: Steph Thompson of The Rusty Windmill with the $100 hamper which forms part of the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce prize for Mother’s Day.
A day Mum won’t forget PUT your feet up Mum, you deserve it! The Leongatha Chamber of Commerce is offering one lucky mum the chance to be looked after by somebody else for a
change. Start your day with breakfast and coffee at Leongatha’s Central Cafe. Then have a relaxing session at Hair Bairs where you will have a style, blow
wave and a full make-up treatment. After that you’ll be presented with a hamper full of goodies courtesy of The Rusty Windmill valued at $100.
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Finish the day as you enjoy dinner accompanied by a Lucinda Estate Wine. Then have the perfect sleep on an Ecorenew pillow from Kelvin Johns Bedding. To enter all you need is to receive a free ticket with purchase at participating Leongatha Chamber of Commerce stores; look for the poster on the window or in store. The prize will be drawn Saturday around lunchtime and the winner notified-good luck!
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MOTHER’S DAY
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Musical store: Sharyn Turner, Jess Price and Peter Watchorn are excited to now offer CDs at Leongatha Nextra newsagency.
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Music now at newsagency LEONGATHA Nextra Newsagency has recently added CDs to its already wide range of products and services. Since its only music store closed down several years ago, Leongatha has been crying out for a place to buy CDs and music DVDs. Peter Watchorn from the newsagency said they often have custom-
ers inquire about where they can buy CDs, so it seemed like a good opportunity. “We are stocking a variety of music, including top selling albums and latest releases,” he said. Mr Watchorn said if there is a specific CD a customer wants and it isn’t on the shelf, they will happily order it in for them. “We will look to put in some mu-
sic DVDs soon as well,” he said. As well as CDs, Leongatha Nextra Newsagency is home to Tattslotto, magazines, cards, stationary, Darrell Lea chocolates, books and assorted gifts. If you are looking for a present for your mum this mother’s day, don’t forget to check out the huge range of gifts on display now.
Your friendly local hotel since 1915 Bistro open 7 days Dinner & lunch
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A grand welcome: Mirboo North publican Fiona Riseley wants to help people to stretch their dollar further, offering mouth watering specials throughout the weekend, not to mention Mothers' Day.
• Soft toys by Glamour Puss Petites.
• Ironing board covers by Julie Joyce.
• Lavender bags by Kate Jackson.
• Assorted scarves by Shezware and Karmic Threads.
The Wren’s Nest invites you to come and browse for beautiful books and gifts to surprise and delight your mother this Mother’s Day OPEN TUES-FRI: 10-5 SAT and SUN: 10-4
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The journey from the paddock to the plate is made easy by the staff of Craig Young’s Butchery.
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• Sculpture and artwork by Piers Buxton.
• Chandelier by Regina Dudek.
• Tea cosies by Leonie Margets and teapots by Brendan Fardon.
• Fun shower caps by Shazaboo.
WHILE the Mirboo North Arty Gras will celebrate art in all its forms during the Mothers’ Day weekend, there is one place in town that celebrates art all year round.
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• Thrifty Thursdays
• Fine timber screen by Dave Paxton.
Art of the matter
Books, Gifts, Toys, Homewares
• Mother’s Day Special
• Silver jewellery by John Frayne.
The Artisans’ Store – the original office for the Mirboo North Butter Factory – sells the latest and greatest works from the region’s artists. Clothes, art, jewellery, cards, soap and a myriad of other arty knick knacks are crammed into every nook and cranny of the shop. At the heart of this establishment is Eva and her Rabosi Design clothing. Eva creates her unique and colourful garments for women and children alike. The shop is open Tuesdays-Fridays from 10am-5pm and from 10am-2pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
Devonshire Teas and Great Coffee • Light meals • Home-baked gourmet cakes • Work from local artists • Functions welcome
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serving lunch and all are welcome,” Fiona said. On Wednesday nights the pub has a 'parma and pot' special for just $14.95. The homemade parmigiana is cut and freshly crumbed in the pub's kitchen. Added to it is Fiona's own sauce. On Thursdays the pub will have its “Thrifty Thursday” $ 9.95 lunchtime and dinner meals with either chips or salad. Friday is also a great day to visit the pub. “Just to enhance the fact that Friday is the end of the working week, we're going to have roast and three veg dinners, with a glass of wine, for $14.95,” Fiona said. “I think that will help everyone save some money. Hopefully people can come in and have a nice start to the weekend.” With happy hours from 5pm to 7pm on the same night, the pub is the perfect place to kick off any weekend. The Royal Children's Hospital meat raffle occurs around the same time. For Mothers' Day lunch bookings call the pub on 5668 1552.
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MIRBOO North Hotel publican Fiona Riseley is keen to see people benefit from the pub's discount blitz. “We're really keen to help people's hip pockets, and see if we can get through the winter blues together,” she said. Mothers will be the early beneficiaries, with a Mothers' Day special to trump all others. “We've got a Mothers' Day special, with a three course lunch for $27.50 per head. We also do children's meals at the usual price of $9.50. The Mothers' Day meal will include a choice of two soups for entree, a choice of three main courses and a dessert plate to finish off with, not to mention coffee and tea. “All the mums will also receive a glass of wine, a little present and a flower, just to celebrate their special day. That's from 12.30pm and bookings can be made by calling us. In past years it's been a really big day for us and people have had a great time.” But the weekend will kick off on the Friday night before Mothers' Day (May 10), with renowned cover band Exit Strategy playing from 9pm. It's a fitting musical beginning to what is the town's grandest of weekends. For, along with the Mothers' Day celebrations, the town will also be in the grip of Arty Gras fever. The annual event is the biggest in Gippsland, with community parade, art show, stalls and myriad other activities crammed into a very full weekend. “On Saturday we have the street parade going straight past our door, which is terrific. Of course, we'll be
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A Mother’s Day weekend delight
Voted South Gippsland’s Event of the Year in 2011, the Arty Gras is a prestigious annual fixture on the Gippsland arts calendar. Now more than 40 years old, the art show is the largest community art show in Gippsland. With more than $5000 in prize money, it attracts art works from a range of talented artists. Categories encompassing painting and printing in all media, along with sculpture, photography, textiles, and jewelry, add great variety to the show. Arts activities for young people, exhibitions of personal collections, ‘Arty hats and shoes’, quilts and vintage cars will all feature during the weekend. Phil Melgaard’s ‘OddSock Circus’ will be one of the headline acts during the Street Parade and afterwards in the Art Show marquee on Saturday. Also performing will be the Boolarra and District Youth Theatre. The call is out for people to participate in musical workshops and join the Arty
Gras Community Band. Percussionist, saxophonists, trumpet players, flautists and any other musicians who can play an instrument while walking, are welcome. To register or further information contact Jane Coker on 5116 9434 or email jane. coker@bigpond.com. “Traditionally, it has been the parade that has attracted the greatest number of smiles and attracted the most visitors. It’s not your ordinary parade but you’ll have to attend to find out why,” coorganiser Ian Southall said. “This year’s parade will include a surprise addition. Paraders are participating under the theme of ‘Local Product’, in order to show off the best the immediate district has to offer in arts, sports, community clubs, agricultural produce, and business and trades,” Mr Southall said. “Throughout the weekend there will be more than a thousand people looking at the artworks on display in the Shire Hall. Rich in local history, the Old Shire Hall provides a beautiful backdrop to the diverse array of art works,” he said. Mr Southall said the venue had been “home to many community events over the last 75 years and if the walls could talk they could tell some interesting stories of local residents, their passions and spirit”.
With the support of major sponsors IPR-GDF SUEZ Australia, the Art Show offers monetary prizes in all categories including $1,500 for Best Overall Exhibit. Friday’s Opening Night sees the official category winners announced, an
event which attracts hundreds. Intense bidding in the popular auctioning of the primary school children’s artwork occurs on Sunday. Live entertainment in the hall continues across the weekend and the popular Mother’s Day Afternoon
Tea on Sunday has become a tradition for many, attracting visitors and locals alike for a pleasant Mother’s Day outing. “In fact, live music from artistes across the wider area, covers the whole weekend – contemporary rock, blues,
and folk - with more than a dozen acts performing on one of the main stages or in one of the more intimate locations,” Mr Southall said. “In past years, more than 4,000 people have attended the music, art, theatre and comedy shows. This Moth-
er’s Day weekend promises to be enjoyable, enlivening and inspirational, continuing the enrichment of our local culture,” he said. For more information, go to: www.mirboonorth.vic.au/ artygras or www.mirboonorthartshow.com.au
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THE hills will be alive with the sound of music, not to mention appreciative comments about art, as the Mirboo North Arty Gras and Art Show comes to town on the Mother’s Day weekend.
Koko the clown: the naughty clown was great entertainment for children and adults alike at last year’s parade. Couldn’t be cuter: babies and puppies got a comfy ride in last year’s parade.
S upporting local produc ers and organisations For more information contact the team at Mirboo North on
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Arty Gras Special Sour Dough $3.00 Proud suppliers of pies, pastries, sausage rolls, bread & rolls all made on the premises
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Milpara - Korumburra’s Community House News
Each year, tens of thousands of people and hundreds of organisations celebrate National Families Week Australia’s annual celebration of families. The aim of National Families Week 2013 is to celebrate the vital role that families play. This year’s theme is Families working together: Getting the balance right. At Milpara Community House between 10am and 1pm on Friday, May 17 2013 the South Gippsland Parenting Network, and Best Start are hosting the Houses Families Week Celebration. There will be show bags, baby farm animals and cooking lessons with lunch. There is no cost however bookings are essential for catering purposes. Please give Sandra or Jenni a call on 5655 2524 if you are interested in sharing in the Celebrations. We look forward to seeing you. ****** Classes to ’Improve Your Sewing Skills’ will commence again on Tuesday, May 21. If you would like to continue where you left off last term, or would like to start improving your skills, call us ASAP to secure your enrolment. Classes are limited, so if you are interested you need to let us know. ****** Do you need to work
smarter and not harder? Milpara Community House proudly offers an information seminar – Get Your Business Organised - Prevent poor time management in your business by attending this seminar. Learn how to identify and remove distractions, how to prioritise effectively, useful strategies for productivity and other tips on how to create more time in your day. This seminar will be held at Milpara Community House, 21 Shellcott’s Road, Korumburra on Wednesday, May 15, between 7pm and 9pm. ****** Are you a small business owner or an ABN holder, a Charity or a NFP organisation? The following course may be of interest to you. Online Presence: How Much is Enough? This class follows on from one last term and will cover the importance of having an online presence and comparing effectiveness of websites and social media through the eyes of your customers. A light meal will follow the presentation to be held on Wednesday, June 19. To enrol and secure your place for this presentation please call 5655 2524. Places are limited so get in quick. ****** Are you looking for a change in careers? Milpara Community House is of-
fering an Introduction to Community Services and is aimed at helping you to make the right choice if you are considering entering the Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Disability, Child Care or Community Services fields. This Course is being offered at the Community College Gippsland, Leongatha Campus and is presented over a four week period commencing June 5. This is a great opportunity to build your understanding of what is required in these sectors and also for parents returning to work to start building your confidence in re-entering the workforce. ****** Life Skills and Job Skills for Women: We are offering this course to help you build your confidence, match your skills with job opportunities, increase your job readiness through building computer skills. You will learn to develop your Resume and will be given guidance to explore educational options. This course will run one day per week from May 27 until December 9, 10.30am to 2.30pm. Call Sandra or Jenni at Milpara Community House if you are interested in enrolling in this course, or would like further information. ******
Fire demo: Michael Morre from the Tarwin/Walkerville CFA using a ‘table burn’ to demonstrate to residents fire behaviour in hilly terrain.
Fire risk plan underway for coast At this time of year as the heat of summer morphs into the cool of winter, it is usual that regional communities relax and their bush fire concerns dissipate. Not so for a recently formed committee of community and sporting club representatives in Tarwin Lower and Venus Bay. One of 17 communities across Victoria selected by the CFA to test the value of community led planning for the advent of flood, fire or other threats, the committee will focus their attention on the considerable fire risks inherent to the area. The resulting community developed plan will be known as the Disaster Risk Reduction Action Plan (DRRAP). It enables the community to lead the planning process and tailor its approach and outputs to meet the specific needs of their community. Local Government, the CFA and other emergency service providers are key stakeholders in the project and are playing an important role in providing relevant information to the committee but the community are the owners of the process and the key decision making body for the project. In developing a fire plan for Tarwin Lower and Venus Bay the committee will follow a five stage approach which includes developing a profile of the community, its demographic including particularly vulnerable residents
and with information provided by the various agencies, an analysis of the particular fire risks and existing provisions relevant to the two townships. Stage three will be a program to involve the wider community in the discussions and inputs to the committee process through a survey and other events. Stages 4 and 5 will involve the development and publication of the plan in a number of accessible formats for distribution and use by the community. The committee will be responsible for promoting and managing community actions, activities or events which may result from the DRRAP and for setting up a review schedule to ensure it remains useful and appropriate into the future. A similar local committee process is currently underway in Walkerville, covering also Bear Gully in their area of concern.
Leongatha Red Cross The April Meeting of Leongatha Red Cross was held on April 18 a week earlier than usual due to ANZAC Day falling on our regular meeting date. Several members represented the unit at the ANZAC Day March and service and flowers were laid the cenotaph. During April, we have been selling tickets for our Mothers Day raffle which has now been drawn – lst prize going to Mrs. F. Wilson of Meeniyan, Mrs. M. Curley of Leongatha won 2nd prize with
3rd prize going to Mrs. A. Wilson. Congratulations to those ladies and thanks to all wh o supported the raffle. Any thanks also to members of the Unit who donated the prizes. Our next Fund Raising Event will be a stall in the foyer of the Memorial Hall on June 6 so come along and stock up with lots of home made goods. The local C.F.A. requested lunches for firefighters after another fire broke out at Hallston recently and several members were able to fulfil this request. Our next meeting will be held at Leongatha R.S.L. on Thursday, May 30 at 10.30 a.m.
Party faithful: Liberal Member for Eastern Victoria Philip Davis is grateful for the support of locals. Mr Davis is pictured (second left) with South Gippsland Branch office bearers president Geoff Dean, secretary Betty Benson and vice-president Jo-Anne Carter.
Liberal Party stalwart recognised MEMBER for Eastern Victoria Philip Davis has acknowledged a decade of continuous service by Betty Benson to the South Gippsland Branch of the Liberal Party. At a recent branch meeting Mr Davis recognised Miss Benson for her
ongoing commitment as secretary of the branch, responsible for organising meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes and arranging guest speakers. She also regularly attends meetings of Liberal Party State Council. “It’s so wonderful to see Betty commit her time to a cause she is passionate about and that is good gov-
ernance,” Mr Davis said. “Local branches of the Liberal Party are the community’s portal into Government. The South Gippsland Branch and many other branches around the State are vital to the fabric of our democracy. “I’d like to thank Betty for her years of faithful service to the South Gippsland Branch.”
Elvis: performs at Berrys Creek hall recently.
Berrys Creek rocked by ‘Elvis’
Lucas Riley Lamers was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 26, to Tegan and Mark Lamers of Wonthaggi.
BERRYS Creek had a special visitor arrive on Saturday night, April 27 in the form of ‘Elvis’ (Damian Mullin) who entertained a full house of enthusiastic Elvis fans. Singing many of their old Elvis favourites he had many of the ladies enthralled with his antics and visitations to the tables with the odd cuddle and kiss thrown in for good measure. It wasn’t only the ladies though who really enjoyed a great night out; the men were equally pleased with his performance. Audience participation was great with one member going on stage to play air guitar with ‘Elvis’ while three ladies were snapped rockin’ in front of the stage being urged on by ‘the King’. After the show many had photos taken with their idol. A great night out and a successful fund raiser for the Berrys Creek Hall; it is hoped that the painting of the inside of the building can now be completed.
April so dry LAST month was the driest April in Fish Creek since 1988. Weather recorder Neville Buckland said that last week. He welcomed the rain on May 1, saying he tipped 13mm out of his gauge, adding the moisture would be very good for farmers. April had 33.5mm all up, compared with the average of 80.5mm.The year-to-date rain amounted to 141.5mm, compared with last year’s 369mm. There was even less in Leongatha. Recorder Kay Puru said there was only 25.5mm of rain in April; the heaviest fall being 7mm on April 15. There were 10 wet days. She said last April, 78.5mm fell and in 2011, there was 117.7mm. Strangely, in the dire drought year of 2006, Leongatha recorded a whopping April tally of 141.5mm. Meeniyan trounced its neighbours with 35.7mm falling in April over 14 days. Recorder Lindsay Fromhold noted 13.8mm in his rain gauge after last Wednesday’s downpour.
Jack Alexander Hynd was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on April 26 to Carmen and John Hynd of Inverloch. Jack is pictured with his two big sisters, Chloe, 7 and Sara, 4.
Olivia Ann Evans was born on the April 19 at the Leongatha Memorial Hospital. She is the first daughter for Warren and Susie of Leongatha and a sister for Zac, aged 5.
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partly steep hills. The creek has its own set of small rapids, swimming hole and crossing. Huge stringy-bark gums follow the creek line and are dotted throughout the property. Improvements include a good set of new stock yards / loading race, extensive new fencing, new water troughs and bridge. The calf/machinery shed is in very good condition. A new access track makes farm management a breeze. Currently used to rear calves and run cattle, this parcel of land would make a great starter farm. Internet ID: 7538099
Approximately 10 to 15 acres of the property is rich creek flats, while the rest is gently undulating to
NEW LISTING Sole agent
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Berrys Creek 199 Berrys creek Road Insight Real Estate Lindsay Powney 5662 2220
$299,000
Local people with national connections Real Estate
Available 7 Days Perfectly located minutes to CBD LEONGATHA
Take a step back in time LEONGATHA
! Classic timber home with 3 bdrms
! 2 bedroom brick residence, formal lounge
plus study ! Features bay windows, pressed tin walls, fret work & open fire places ! Mature gardens, rear entertaining deck with rural views
could be converted into a 3rd bdrm ! Cedar kitchen opening to a spacious meals/living area ! Level 790m2 block double garage & carport
$320,000
$320,000
FORTHCOMING AUCTION 4 Scholers Street MEENIYAN Friday May 17 @ 11.00am on site
Quality 3 bdrm Unit LEONGATHA
WANTED Large dairy operation within an hour of Leongatha, good house, rotary dairy, 800 - 1500 acres must be in good order Genuine buyer Please call Barry 0418 515 666
Great First Home or Investment Perfect Position For A Perfect Start LEONGATHA 64 Turner Street LEONGATHA ENT CE PRI JUSTM AD
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$255,000
RENTAL AVAILABLE LEONGATHA
! 3 bedroom house with reverse
cycle air conditioning ! Secure backyard with large ! Residential land ! Services include town water, power
& sewerage ! Crown land - no stamp duty payable ! Terms: 10% deposit, Balance 60 days or earlier by mutual agreement
! 1940s 3 bdrm plus large rumpus room ! Very well presented, new roof, lots
of original features ! Easy to maintain garden with carport, l/up garage, garden shed & workshop
! Brick Veneer 3 bedroom with dual
access bathroom ! Formal lounge & dining areas with
well equipped kitchen ! Located within walking distance to
all schools
$300,000
$240,000 Barry Redmond 0418 515 666
South Gippsland Hwy LEONGATHA
5662 4033 www.sej.com.au
shed/workshop ! Close to school, medical centre and a short walk to shops ! NO PETS. ! References essential
Glenys Foster 0408 515 665 SEJ5260402
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The design and quality of this 4 year-young Townhouse quickly sets it apart. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a “vogue� kitchen, and separate living. 9 Grandridge East $295,000
This full-sized, ultra-modern townhouse on a low-maintenance compact block close to shops, features 3 BRs, 2 bathrooms, ample living space, northerly courtyard and views too. 1/11 Grandridge East $270,000 - $290,000
Surprisingly spacious and in mint condition, this quality townhouse, with 3 bedrooms, expansive living zone, quality “full size� kitchen, double garage and northern courtyard. Unit 16, 19-21 Thorpdale Road $275,000
Central kitchen, meals area, and a living area at both ends. Small, private, enclosed garden.
kaz hughes Unit 14, 19-21 Thorpdale Road $270,000 0417 516 998
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Period property, prime position
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Within 600m of shops, this north-facing, familyfriendly home features timber dado walls, 3BRs, 2 bathrooms, separate formal and informal living spaces, plus garaging for 4 cars. 25 Balding Street $290,000 - $310,000
With 2 street frontages & subdividable (STCA), this grand old lady is delightful; many period Re-stumped, re-wired and re-roofed. 9 Couper Street $295,000 - $325,000
This renovated farmhouse has the ideal combination of near-level gardens and lawns, fruit trees, carport, shedding, and paddocks for the sheep or pony. Separate side access. 34-36 Thorpdale Road $375,000 - $400,000
Expansive residence provides multiple options inc business potential. Substantial living, 6 bedrooms plus study, 3 bathrooms, orchard, shedding, 5 paddocks, laneways and stockyards. 130 St Ellens Road $530,000 - $560,000
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Private country abode on nearly 3 acres just moments from town, with unique 2 living zone, 3 bedroom plus study, 2 bathroom design. Double garage, 4 bay shed and town water. 42 Kardella Road $390,000 - $430,000
Directly opposite the 14th tee of the picturesque Mirboo North Golf Club, this 2 BR log cabin is sited on its own level, botanical acre. Double carport, workshop and storage sheds. 2 Galvins Road Offers over $225,000
A very special property set well back on a gracious, & securely fenced, park-like acre-plus. Comprises: front lounge room with farm views, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms; gorgeous kitchen featuring a Belling 5 burner range; spacious dining & family room with pool outlooks; solar heated pool; huge gabled pergola; double garage; Man Cave with wood heater. Features spa bath, down ! ! $/ $ < =
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O many of the newer houses on offer all start to look much the same as each other, so when you walk into a house that promises something different, you know it’s time to pay attention! Unassuming from the street, it’s when you enter this home that you begin to see the quality. Generous living spaces abound, from the front lounge, through the master bedroom and ensuite, into the kitchen/ family/living, and through the sliding stacker doors out onto the external decks, at every turn there’s a feeling of quality and space. Polished hardwood flooring is a feature throughout. The kitchen has solid stone benchtops and a large walk in pantry. The compact separate study is conveniently located opposite the internal entry from the double garage, and between the main living areas. The master bedroom is at the front of the house, while the remaining three bedrooms are accessed from their own hallway that opens off the living area. The large, partly covered north facing deck is elevated and offers panoramic views of the rolling Leongatha countryside. On a large (1216 m2) block, there is vehicle access to the back yard down the side of the house, and a site has been levelled for a shed. This is one of those properties where only an inspection will reveal all that is on offer.
LEONGATHA 6 Eccles Way Alex Scott & Staff Leongatha Alan Steenholdt 5662 0922
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CLOSING FRIDAY MAY 10 2013 AT 3.00pm RIVERVIEW HOTEL, 11-15 RIVER DRIVE, TARWIN LOWER
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$90,545 pa plus GST ? South Gippsland Icon
his location, the quality of the appointments throughout and size of this home are truly impressive.
Two hundred metres from Inverloch’s wonderful patrolled Surf Beach, this magnificent five bedroom home will inspire the most discerning buyer. You can entertain inside the three spacious contemporary living areas inside or in a fully equipped undercover patio barbecue area outside. With plenty of room for family and friends, it is an ideal family home or indeed a luxury holiday home. The cabinetry through-
INVERLOCH 2 and 4 Paperbark Place Alex Scott and Staff Inverloch Marni Lee Redmond 0477 038 897
5 Michael Major Paul Sutherland
0412 471 775 0418 360 162
Greg Price Robb Lawrie
0419 337 441 0409 531 408
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out the house is of a very high standard with the kitchen, en-suites and bathrooms a real show piece. The built in robes have quality finish with both drawers and doors. With mains gas the home has ducted heating and cooling for comfort all year round. Located in the sought after Paperbark Place, popular for the close proximity to the Surf Beach, not only can you have the delight of living at this address, but can also purchase the adjoining corner block. This compliments the home and would allow you to have the added comforts of an in ground pool, tennis court, home for boat, caravan and other vehicles which would bring the area of the property to 1341sqm in total. Be the envy of the neighbours and own the largest property Paperbark has to offer.
Auction Saturday, June 8 at 12pm unless sold prior
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MITCHELL'S RISE LEONGATHA MAKE YOUR CHOICE OF THESE PRIME BLOCKS New land release, 18 blocks. North Facing with rural views. Gently undulating, build your home to suit the aspect. All services, no through road. Walk- through to all schools facilities. 725m2-1108m2
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An impressive facade sets the tone for the rest of this nearly new residence, situated on a 1200m2 block. A formal entrance provides a great 1st impression with stunning Spotted Gum Floors & a view right through the family area to the elevated deck at the rear of the home. Large windows provide natural light to the living area. Sizeable bedrooms, study, quality fittings, Caesar Stone bench tops. Large outdoor area with views.
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Situated in a quiet court within walking distance to all schools and the town centre, this brick home offers comfortable living & excellent shedding. Formal living area towards the front of the home with access to the covered outdoor decking. A neat kitchen and dining area boasts a R/C air con, updated kitchen & appliances. The home is split level with a study or 2nd living area and renovated bathrooms. Carport with access to the CB shed.
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3640 South Gippsland Highway, Foster Massive home with Prom views
17 Nerrena Road, Dumbalk Fringe of town, rural outlook
Unit two of two on a no-through road. Modern, open plan design, living, kitchen and meals area, neat tiled bathroom, BIR's, single carport and enough yard for a delightful garden.
16 Acres within an easy 3km drive to town. Approx 50 sqs of living with water views of Wilsons Prom. 2 sep. halves of house, each with kitchen, bathroom, 3 large bdrms & a big family room. Entertainment room, timber decked area. Fenced paddocks, sheds, chook pen & large tank.
Walking distance to the shops, this home features, BIR's, spacious formal living & dining area with gas heater + 2nd living room with wood fire. Timber kitchen & meals area overlooking paddocks. The block is large, with good access for caravans/boats & has a dble LU garage.
$255,000 Sole Agent
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2/24A Bellingham Street Leongatha Private location, handy to shops
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21/17 McDonald Street Leongatha Ideal retirement home 2 generous living areas, ducted gas heating & R/C. Main BR boasting a semi-ensuite with a large no-step shower. Large garage with remote roller door & direct access inside. Large covered outdoor area with view.
$295,000 Sole Agent
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6/105-107 McCartin Street Leongatha Only 2 left
6 Owen Street, Leongatha Why rent your life away?
25 Le Bruns Road, Darlimurla Tree escape
7 Bishop Street, Boolarra Bring the family and just move in
Quality built two bedroom unit in handy location to shops. Open plan living, includes floor coverings, built in robes, direct access from garage, separately titled. Don't miss out.
Take a step into the market with this partial WB home located a handy distance from the rail trail, schools & town centre. Sep. living area, with R/C air con. Cosy kitchen & meals area. Deck & LU garage.
Private 8 1/2 Acre block close to town with bush belts, river with 2 Meg water license, electricity & telephone available & level site ready for a new house and shed.
Excellently maintained family home close to school. Separate dining & lounge, electric cooking, R/C A/C, gas ducted heating & Solid fuel heater. Dbl carport, shed & large undercover outdoor entertainment area.
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5662 5800 15 Bair Street, Leongatha
Michael Hanily Jason Harris 0417 640 079 0417 311 756
Christie Nelson 0407 812 904
5668 1300
96 Ridgway, Mirboo North
Natalie Couper 0428 941 541
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LEONGATHA 32 Ogilvy Street Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha 56625800
$545,000 4
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UPERBLY located on 2.99 acres amongst a beautiful stand of gum trees that only time can create is this delightful country homestead with a warm spirit and distinctive style. Offering a traditional open plan living area combining lounge, dining and kitchen, beautifully appointed with quality drapes and floor coverings. The ‘master-chef’ kitchen provides the best of both worlds with electric multi-function oven and gas hot plates plus a slow combustion stove creating a warm homely atmosphere. The charming home has been stylishly renovated and has four
very generous sized bedrooms all appointed with built in robes and views towards the gardens. The modern bathroom has floor to ceiling travertine tiles and a large open style shower. The home has zoned ducted heating and cooling and has a large Coonara heater. Moving outdoors there is an alfresco dining area complete with a six person built-in outdoor spa over looking the easy to maintain garden. The property provides a large fully enclosed area for dogs together with a well fenced pony paddock. Water is supplied by two large tanks plus a small dam in the paddock can be utilised to water the garden during the summer months if needed. The property has a carport, a
good sized shed with power, garden shed and a circular driveway for easy access and not to mention mobile and internet coverage. Share a lovely relaxed lifestyle among the extensive birdlife such as kookaburra’s galahs, finches and magpies. This is an ideal retreat for a family or retiring couple.
LEONGATHA NTH 3 Weymes Road SEJ Leongatha Barry Redmond 0418 515 666
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Primely located in Ogilvy Street, Leongatha opposite schools and a very easy walk to the main street. Inside the vendors have retained the period theme with high ceilings, ornate cornices, ceiling roses and sache windows. The front two bedrooms have large bay windows creating big rooms with one being the master with ensuite and walk in robe. The other two bedrooms are also very spa-
cious and have built in robes. The kitchen is well appointed with stone bench tops, walk in pantry and plenty of bench space. The lounge is a large light filled room with doors onto the returned veranda and access to the study. The home is heated by ducted reverse cycle. Outside is where the party starts with a huge covered outdoor entertaining area. This is one of Leongatha’s great homes. Open for inspection Sunday, May 12 from 1 to 1.30pm. Internet ID: 274775
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Make your new home in Mitchell’s Rise
LEONGATHA Parr Street 702m2 to 1363 m2 Stockdale and Leggo Leongatha 56625800
$110,000
LEONGATHA
TARWIN LOWER ROAD, MIDDLE TARWIN • 325 acre dairy farm - 2 titles • 4 bedroom home • 20 unit S/O plant, 7500 lt vat
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RURAL LIFESTYLE ON 5 ACRES • Mud brick home on 5 acres • Rural lifestyle property • Quiet location
PARKSIDE CLOSE, LEONGATHA • New 7 star energy home • 3-4 bedrooms • Premier location - C & J Builders
D L O S • Fully renovated 4 bedroom home • Inground Compass Pool • Family paradise in quiet location
D L O S 137.5 ACRE BUSH BLOCK • Absolute privacy • 40 acres of cleared land • 10 minutes drive to town
BARTONS ROAD, BUFFALO • 500 acres, 2 titles • Neat 3 bedroom BV home • Hay shed, machinery shed
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10 VISTA COURT, LEONGATHA
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37 POWLETT STREET, INVERLOCH • Trendy 3 bdrm solar home on half an acre with pool • Permit for home business if desired • Tropical garden creates a real Bali feel
ASKING $750,000
D L O S 12 MARY ROGERS CRESCENT, LEONGATHA • 7 year old 3 bedroom home • Open plan kitchen & dining, spacious backyard • Close to schools and McIndoe Park
5 SHORT ST, INVERLOCH • Delightful 3 brdm home on corner block • Well maintained north facing deck with bbq area • In sought after area
ASKING $390,000
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D L O S 20 YARRAGON ROAD, LEONGATHA • Grab a bargain • 3 bedroom home • 900m2 block approx
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Located on a gently undulating parcel of land with no through traffic on the Eastern fringe of town, Mitchell’s Rise is uniquely lo-
cated with delightful, north facing rural views towards the rolling green hills of Nerrena. These blocks are ideal for building your dream home with the convenience of town living and the benefits of a rural aspect and ambience. The estate will feature a walk through to the primary and secondary schools, native wetlands and grassed picnic areas, making these blocks prime real estate for growing families. Stage Two is now selling and provides a fantastic opportunity for a whole new way of living with a peaceful lifestyle. Mick, Jason and Christie welcome you to contact the office for further information and a copy of plans.
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295 RACECOURSE ROAD, LEONGATHA • 4 acre, 4 bedroom homestead • Perfect rural lifestyle property • Minutes from town
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SOLD - SOLD - SOLD THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IS GAINING CONFIDENCE AND PROPERTIES ARE SELLING!
170 RYEBURN ROAD, OUTTRIM • Perfect land for orchard or hobby farm • Current planning permit, lifestyle location 5 acres • New fencing and treed boundaries
REDUCED TO SELL $195,000
R E D N U RACT CONT UNIT 5/22-24 FREDA STREET, INVERLOCH • Easy walk to beach and town • 2 bdrm unit open plan living • Clean and comfortable
CALL TODAY TO SPEAK TO OUR FRIENDLY RURAL & RESIDENTIAL SPECIALISTS!
ASKING $270,000
*if your property is exclusively listed with another agent please disregard this notice.
If you would like a copy of our Real Estate Leongatha Property Guide
Call 5662 0922 and we will send you a copy! Alternatively, you can view all of our properties 24 hrs online at
37PAPERBARKPLACE,INVERLOCH • Affordablespacious2storey3bdrmhome,Likenew • Mainsductedgasheatingandcooking • Deluxekitchenandqualityfittings throughout
www.alexscott.com.au
ASKING $585,000
Andrew Newton 0402 940 320
Alan Steenholdt 0409 423 822
Peter Dwyer 0428 855 244
Carly Roughead 0417 382 979
Dawn Hughes Dennis Ginn Marni Lee Redmond Heather Atkins
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1/7 A’Beckett Street 5674 1111
5662 0922 45 Bair Street
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ECENTLY leased to great tenants at $185/ week, this property represents a very good return on investment for the canny investor. Or, if you’d prefer to reside here but are not in a hurry, then you could use the rent for any costs and move in at the end of the lease. Set at the rear of a quiet block of two, with an elevated aspect and plenty of space around, this two bedroom unit is within an easy stroll of the shops in Meeniyan. Open plan living comprises a neat kitchen with pantry, fridge space and range hood, and a living area that will house a meals table and the lounge furniture. A very handy sunroom or extra sitting space is off to one side, giving you better living options. There are two bedrooms, both with built in robes. The bathroom and laundry are side by side, with plenty of room for an upright freezer, and the laundry baskets. Outside, a handy fenced garden gives privacy and pet security, with room to put a garden shed if desired. The single lockup garage is an added bonus, along with some bitumen visitor parking space too. Whilst it’s all neat, and absolutely ideal as an investment, there is scope to add your own garden touches and personality inside to make this your own home sweet home, and the result either way will surely be one to be very pleased with.
MEENIYAN Unit 2, 14 Meikle Street First National Prom Country Allen Bartlett 0417 274 624
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SATURDAY MAY 25, 1PM ONSITE LOT 1 PORT WELSHPOOL RD, WELSHPOOL
Lifestyle lots in Meeniyan Approx 1 acre zoned industrial Approx 1.5 kms from coastline Clean fenced pasture Terms: 10% deposit, balance 42 days
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HESE perfect parcels of lifestyle land, each of one hectare (2.5 acre) approx, are set amongst other hobby farms and smaller rural holdings, and are ready to design and construct the country home of your desire.
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AUCTION Saturday, June 8, 2013 @ 12noon on site 4 Paperbark Place, INVERLOCH Unless sold prior.
MEENIYAN Lot 1 and 2, Martins Road First National Prom Country Allen Bartlett 0417 274 624
PRESTIGE ON PAPERBARK
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OFI: SAT, May 11 & SUN, May 12 May at 1pm Only 200 metres from patrolled Surf Beach, this impressive 40+square home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 living areas (family, rumpus and living) a State of the Art kitchen with Miele appliances, fully equipped outdoor kitchen entertaining area, double lock up garage with through access and much more. The adjoining vacant block will be offered together with the home for a total land area of 1,341sqm. Inverloch Office: 56741111 Marni Lee Redmond 0403 525 413 Heather Atkins 0409 741 607
$195,000 $220,000
Positioned in one of South Gippsland’s most desirable small towns - Meeniyan - the vital community has a heart for art and a mind for music. Meeniyan also has the Great Southern Rail Trail at its centre (ride, walk or jog to Koonwarra, Leongatha or Fish Creek), a variety of accommodation, both quaint and quality shopping options, and cafés and eateries to be envied. Zoned Rural Living, each allotment has power provided, essential protective covenants, fenced side and rear boundaries, very gentle fall, and outlooks across other quality properties and the valleys and rolling hills beyond. Titles released, so secure your lifestyle choice, and plan your future now.
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Nominate today for sleep out THE South Gippsland Winter Sleep Out is on again and members of the community are being urged to participate to raise awareness of the issue facing Australia’s homeless population.
The sleep out will be held on Friday, May 31 at the Leongatha Railway Station from 8pm. There will be guest speakers and entertainment on the night until 10pm. Martyn Scrimshaw from the Salvation Army said they had around 18 participants last year and would like to double that for this year’s event. “We are asking for people to nominate their bosses, workmates or themselves for the sleep out,” he said. “Nomination forms are available from the secondary college, the Salvation Army and the South Gippsland Shire Council offices. “To be eligible to enter, participants need to register their interest and then raise a minimum of $100 in sponsorship prior to the night.” The sleep out is not a new idea, but this one started
as an idea the student leaders at Leongatha Secondary College put together. It is pretty much what it sounds like, students, business people and community members sleeping outside in the cold, and possibly the damp, to raise awareness of the issues associated with homelessness in our community. It is also a chance to raise funds for the work of the Salvation Army and their Red Shield Appeal. The idea is that everyone will ‘walk in someone else’s shoes’ and put their own comfort on the line, for just one night. The participants will sleep out in the open without heating or television or any other home convenience, just a lot of company. Cardboard boxes will be supplies for some extra warmth, and a layer of protection from the elements. Breakfast will be provided on Saturday morning by the Salvation Army and everyone will go off to their usual weekend activities, tired, gritty and perhaps a little wiser about what life is like for those in our community who don’t have a permanent home.
Anyone in the South Gippsland community who raises the minimum $100 is eligible to participate; however students will require parental permission and should be 16 or older.
Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago May 10, 1983
5 years ago May 6, 2008
CHILDREN at some local primary schools will be playing musical chairs with a difference. This time they will be trying to get a seat in a moving classroom. News in the Woorayl Shire Council on Friday revealed Walkerville would lose its school altogether. For some Walkerville locals, this news will be a big disappointment.
THE train is not coming back. Nine year, a $3 million study and constant ministerial avoidance of question, finally ended late last Friday afternoon in a press release from the Minister for Public Transport, Lynne Kosky. Announcing new “bus and coach services” for the area, Ms Kosky said these “will be delivered quicker than returning passenger rail to Leongatha.”
WITH one reservoir already dry and Korumburra’s overall storage levels of drinking water at the lowest on record, South Gippsland Water has appealed to residents to voluntarily reduce their water consumption. Despite rainfall in the catchment area recently, there continues to be no run-off and the level of the Coalition Creek system has dropped to 22 per cent capacity.
1 year ago May 8, 2012 THE Mirboo North Secondary College community is over the moon after receiving $7.5 million in the 2012-13 Victorian Budget. The money will fund construction of a new building, which will accommodate arts, technology and general purpose classrooms. The school is one of ten regional schools to receive funding.
Vegetation removal for Sandy Point Vegetation surrounding the immediate area of the Sandy Point Community Centre will be cleared in May to meet Neighbourhood Safer Place (NSP) standards.
NSPs have been established in key locations, to provide people with a place to seek shelter during a bushfire. They are intended as a place of last resort only, for use when all other plans have failed. The Sandy Point community successfully lobbied for the establishment of a NSP following a State Government report which identified the town as one of 52 most at risk of bushfire. “The removal of vegetation will bring the centre another step closer to being NSP - compliant in time for summer” explained Linda Jamieson, Council’s Emergency Management Coordinator.
station will be available for use. For more information, contact Fiona McKenzie on 0447 351 970, Martyn Scrimshaw on 0407 625 122 or Sophie Dixon on 5662 9202.
Rugged up: 2012 Leongatha Secondary College student leaders Max Rounds, Emily Wilson, Amy Burns, and Bronte Robb braved the cold during last year’s South Gippsland Winter Sleep Out.
From pages past
10 years ago May 6, 2003
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The vegetation clearing and thinning will occur, weather permitting, in the Church and Ocean View Parade vicinity during mid-May. “The reduction of vegetation is required to meet NSP radiant heat requirements which are determined by the CFA” Ms Jamieson said. “Mulch from the vegetation works will also be available onsite free to local residents,” she said. A car park will be established on the cleared site opposite the centre on Church Parade, providing approximately 40 car spaces. The additional parking will help alleviate traffic congestion during peak holiday periods and provide much needed space for community centre activities, including its valuable role as an NSP. For further information, please contact Linda Jamieson on 5662 9200.
Carbon health slug STATE Health Minister David Davis is incensed the carbon tax is costing South Gippsland hospitals huge amounts of money. He said a detailed analysis had shown the Federal Government tax had chewed up more than $163,000 at hospitals in south and west Gippsland in the last half of last year. Mr Davis said the carbon tax had cost Gippsland Southern Health Service $21,600 or 10 per cent of its six-month energy budget. At Bass Coast Regional Health, the figure was $31,600 or 11 per cent and South Gippsland Hospital at Foster was slugged $2600 representing 10 per cent. Bass Coast Regional Health CEO Lea Pope said she hadn’t had a chance to do the sums for the past six months. “But I can confirm there has been a significant rise in our energy bills including the carbon tax component.” Ms Pope said the Department of Health provides benchmarking data on energy use compared with facilities of similar sizes, providing similar services. “We are doing quite well in comparison, however when we have the opportunity to make changes that will improve energy efficiency, we do that.” She cited as an example the design of the new community rehabilitation centre and dental clinic. Mr Davis said the federal tax meant hospitals were having to spend more money funding power than on patients. He said the Coalition Government had been strong in its push for compensation because in the six months to the end of December, the carbon tax had cost the Victorian public healthcare system $6.7 million. Mr Davis labelled this a tax on health care. “Unfortunately, the Commonwealth’s clean energy package does not provide equitable support to hospitals compared to other industries generating similar levels of carbon emissions.”
Supporting Success Mirboo North’s Art Show success as an event would not be possible without the strong support from local businesses and community groups. Last year saw the introduction of Best Portrait of a Local Identity proudly sponsored by the Mirboo North and District Community Bank. Artist Janette Arnold-Collins was the inaugural recipient of this award for her portrait of David Tree, local resident whose passion for wildlife brought world-wide fame in the 2009 bushfires. This year you will see some more familiar faces on the walls of the Old Shire Hall – might see them in person too!! If you are running a little behind schedule with an entry for this category contact the art
show committee to see if your work can be accommodated. New sponsorship this year from the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation also brings another first for the show with the introduction of iPhoneography, encouraging young artists to bring their use of mobile technology into the public domain. These works will be displayed in a digital format throughout the art show weekend, and as part of the prize, the winning entry will be printed and framed for the exhibit -with a $100 prize, there is still time for young artists to enter.iPhoneographer’s can continue to enter their works via email. Please visit the website or facebook page for details. The art show is once again attracting a diverse range of quality art work
Best work in oil: Jason Foster was the 2012 winner.
from both emerging and established artists and last year’s winner of the major prize Ken Griffiths sponsored by IPRGDF Suez, Australian Energy , will be exhibiting work at the upcoming show. During his career as an art teacher Ken taught in Leongatha, Mildura and Daylesford before leaving the profession to pursue his art. Don’t miss opening night on Friday, May 10 at 7.30 pm. Tickets $25 at the door include entry, live music, fine food and wine, Saturday 12-5pm, Entry $3 and Sunday Mother’s Day Morning & Afternoon tea, Handcrafter’s Market and live music at 2 pm, Entry $5. Further details can be found at www. mirboonorthartshow.com.au or find us on Facebook
Overall best exhibit: Ken Griffiths was the 2012 winner.
Awards presented at Girl Guides Last week at Girl Guides our new leader Dianna Malloy was presented with her leadership certificate and badge. This presentation caps a lot of hard work and time devoted to the learning and training needed to achieve leadership in the Girl Guides. Girl Guide, Meghan Minogue was also presented with her Silver Endeavour award which signifies she has completed half of the work required for the BP award, the highest guiding award in this age group. A number of guides also received their Camping Trefoil badges, gained after a recent camp. This badge requires two nights camping under canvas, cooking in the open, caring for equipment and more. Relay for Life badges were also given out to the guides who attended the recent South Gippsland Relay for Life. It was a great way to raise money for a worthy cause and have fun at the same time.
Well deserved: Dianna Malloy (Leader) and Meghan Minogue (Guide) who both received awards this week.
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Tavern nights still going strong By Sarah Vella MEENIYAN Town Tavern Nights began in 1984 as an idea for an evening of affordable entertainment, giving local entertainers an opportunity to showcase their skills. The novel idea was suggested to the Meeniyan Progress Association, but no one can remember whose idea it actually was. The four initial organisers, Jen and Hess Strengers and Ann and Eric Mould
maintain it was not one of them. “Three meetings were held at the Strengers’ home in August and September of 1984 and the first night was scheduled for September 29 in the supper room of the Meeniyan Hall,” Eric said. “The performers on the night were Paul and Danielle Carter, David Baggallay, Hess Strengers, Prue Anderson, and Anne Hoyne. “Around 50 people enjoyed a very pleasant night of entertainment and the next night was scheduled for February 1985.” Eric explained the name for Tavern Nights was Hess
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Strengers’ idea. “At the time there was a song going around, Those were the days my friend. The lyrics of that song were about people enjoying themselves in their friendly local tavern which is how it became Meeniyan Town Tavern Nights,” he said. Eric was appointed to organise audience and performing artists in 1985 and four new performers were quickly added to the program. “From 1985 to the end of 1989, two or three concerts were held a year, with a slightly increasing artist and audience base,” he said. “At the beginning of 1990, the South Gippsland Conservation Society took over as the organising body, with the main duties shared by Sue Lester and Steve Horton.” Three nights a year at regular intervals saw the Tavern Nights become a feature of local entertainment. In November 1994 the reins were handed back to the Meeniyan Progress Association and Eric was back to organising artists and audience. “Many changes oc-
curred during the next few years from the famous blue checked tablecloths to special stage lighting built by John van Wamel using an aluminium mast donated by the late Jim Goldsmith,” he said. In 1996, the number of nights per year was increased to four by popular demand and on November 22, 1997 the main hall was used for the first time. “I suppose moving out of the supper room and into the main hall was a major event for Tavern Nights because suddenly, I went from being able to fit 80 people in, to 150 people. It was very liberating,” Eric said. “The progress association and Neil Goldsmith combined to design some portable screens to cut off the unused part of the hall to preserve the intimate atmosphere of the supper room. “The supper room had a wonderful feel to it, but it eventually got too hard to fit everybody in.” Sound equipment became an essential element of Tavern Nights once in the main hall, which was initially provided by Michael Warner, who used his own gear. “Gippsland Audio Vi-
sual was hired until 2002 when the hall committee and the progress association combined to purchase fixed sound,” Eric said. “Several people volunteered to operate the equipment until the regular team of John Gull, Bruce Doolan and Richard Powell took over.” In 2005, the number of nights per year was increased to five and the number of acts per night was reduced to between nine and 11. “We always seem to have at least one new performer for most nights. Over time there has been an increase in the number of community singing groups that invariably end up at tavern nights,” Eric said. “One of the things about tavern nights is the audience is there purely to listen. There is not a lot of chatter when the performances are on, which the artists really appreciate.” Eric said Tavern Nights have always succeeded and is a prestigious event on the calendar because of the length of time it has been running. “It has never been judgemental, there are no audi-
tions and anybody who has ever said ‘I would like to do a Tavern Night’ I have said yes to,” he said. “It has never been expensive to go in, at the start it was $2 and now it is only $8, but it is meant to be that way. “The Meeniyan Hall is also a contributing factor to its success as well.” “As far as organising the acts and the audience, it is basically a one person job, but we have employed an ‘understudy’ who is in the process of learning how it all works.”
Tavern Nights turns 30 in 2014, and Eric is certain he will still be there when that milestone rolls around. “I have already started to think about who I would like to perform on the night, there are still three of the original performers around,” he said. “As far as the future is concerned, Tavern Nights will continue I am sure of that and I will certainly be there until the 30th. I have no plans to retire just yet.” The next Meeniyan Town Tavern Night will be held at the Meeniyan Hall this Saturday, May 11 at 8pm.
Instrumental: Eric Mould has been involved in Meeniyan’s Town Tavern nights since their inception in 1984.
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Fun night out: Danny Riches, Debra Paul and Barb Riches perform at a Town Tavern Night recently.
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THE $300 million Bald Hills Wind Farm is on schedule for completion in the first half of 2015. The preliminaries began last August. Matthew Croome, the general manager of Ball Hills Wind Farm Development said, “In the meantime we’ve been busy finalising design and planning for the main body of construction activity. There’s a fair amount of design
(to be done) and detailed ground surveys to set out for construction. “We hope to ramp up from the end of May.” The 52-turbine wind farm is being built by REpower and Mr Croome said local contractors would also be used. “We have already engaged local contractors and will continue to do so for surveys. A huge number of companies and individuals have registered interest in the past four years. It’s most efficient
Beach plan USERS of YCW Beach at Smiths Beach Phillip Island are urged to lodge submissions to a draft plan for the area. It includes better car parking, barbecue and picnic facilities, seating, improved beach access and stormwater management and possible upgrading of the dated toilet and shower facility. Submissions need to be in by Friday, May 10.
to use local trades people and quite a number of civil contractors are capable of doing some of the work.” The wind farm has a two-year construction timeline – subject to the weather. Asked if the cost of the project had changed markedly, given its more than decade long lead up time, Mr Croome said, “there are the usual CPI increases, but basically the cost structure is similar to what we were using in the beginning.” Will there be an official opening? Mr Croome replied, “At the very least there will be a quiet celebration; it’s been a long haul. There have been a lot of organisations involved in delivering the project and we should recognise their input and assistance.”
Council is scheduled to release in May its third report on housing affordability. As part of the new council’s plan for the 2013/2017 years, the social and economic determinants of health have been drawn up and included in a Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan. Social housing features in those determinants. The health segment of the council plan says people in poor housing have worse health than those in adequate housing and council can be involved by promoting housing that is safe, secure and affordable. The document states social exclusion and social deprivation in society have a major impact on health and premature death. Harm to health occurs as a result of material deprivation but also from the social and psychological problems of living in poverty. Those who are socially excluded have an increased risk to their mental health, experience higher levels
of stress and are at greater risk of pregnancy complications. Council can impact on this by improving social housing opportunities, provide arts opportunities and support activities that provide civic participation. The health segment of the council plan says people in poor housing have worse health than those in adequate housing and council can be involved by promoting housing that is safe, secure and affordable. Providing infrastructure that encourages walking and cycling and advocating for improved public transport are other ways the council can impact on the health of its citizens. Other things mentioned are the environmental impacts of planning decisions, providing opportunities for physical activity, encouraging social connectedness and improving job access. The council has developed a website to link people who are thinking of moving to Bass Coast, with prospective employers. The draft council plan is on exhibition and submissions will be heard on May 22.
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A footy game to remember FORMER Leongatha Parrot Dominic Davis recently played the football game of his life. The son of Greg and Kath Davis of Leongatha, Dominic and his mate Andrew Holland were accepted to represent Australia at the Anzac Cup. This is played in VillersBretonneux, scene of an extraordinary Australian battle that returned the French town to Allied hands on April 25 1918. Dominic said he was aware his great grandfather
had lost his only two brothers during World War I, but he knew little more than their names were Harry and Horace (Sonny) Derrick from north-east Victoria. The people of VillersBretonneux have never forgotten the sacrifice of the country that gave the lives of more than 1200 of its men in securing the French town’s freedom and mark Anzac Day with a week of commemorations. A football game between ex-pat Australians and the French National Team is now an integral part of that week. Dominic recalled the day of the game dawned with a
blue sky and crisp breeze. Players were taken to the Australian War Memorial. “Standing upon the steps at the entrance to the cemetery and memorial I couldn’t help but marvel at the countryside. What struck many of us .... was how exposed the Australian troops must have been...... There would have been nowhere to hide.” He described as “incredible” the memorial at the rear of the cemetery, “a huge tower overlooking the Somme; a surrounding wall etched with the names of the almost 11,000 Australian troops who were killed on the battlefields of France and
Belgium, and whose resting places are unknown”. A wreath was laid and a minute’s silence observed. Heading back to VillersBretonneux, the players noticed “footy” signs in almost every shop window. The game was on a small soccer pitch, with the teams playing nine-a-side – three defenders, midfielders and forwards. “The ground was incredibly uneven and it wasn’t until the following day ...... we noticed at least a dozen large molehills had appeared overnight. Not a problem usually encountered when preparing a pitch in Australia,” Dominic said. “The people in the town had done a terrific job. There were Australian and French
flags on the gates to the ground and wooden cut-outs of Diggers in their uniforms welcoming people in.” During the Aussie coach’s address, players were asked to think of words that defined the Anzacs: pride, courage, mateship, determination, persistence and sacrifice sprang to mind. Both national anthems were played and the game began in warm sunshine. The Aussies started strong and kicked the first goal. Dominic played most of the game on the back line. The French team was fit and well drilled and, after the Australians kicked the first few goals, their opponents piled on six or seven unanswered. The Aussies came back but their momen-
tum was halted, leaving the French 16 points ahead at the main break. By the end of the third quarter, the French were ahead by about 40 points. “The boys were absolutely exhausted and we mustered all of our strength in the final term,” Dominic recalled. But it wasn’t enough, with the French coming out on top. When the final siren sounded, players shook hands and embraced each other. The Anzac trophy was presented, medallions handed out and, arm-in-arm with the French team, the young Australians faced the memorial in silent tribute. “It was truly a special moment.”
After post-match champagne, the players dined in the hall of the Victoria School, built with donations from the school children of Victoria after World War I. All materials were shipped from Australia. A further unexpected commemorative opportunity came during Anzac Week when Dominic took part in a bicycle race through the fields where the Australians had fought and died; riding past a cemetery with row upon row of white crosses. At week’s end, Dominic said he felt privileged to “have the opportunity to honour the memories of those who struggled and fell on such faraway foreign soil in such a unique and poignant way”.
In honour: Dominic Davis with an Aussie team mate and French competitor admire their medals after the Anzac Cup played at Villers-Bretonneux.
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Proud: the Australian team pauses in remembrance before contesting the Anzac Cup in France. The clash was hard and fast. Leongatha’s Dominic Davis played to honour two relatives who fought in World War I. The French team won the football game.
Time to act on climate change MIRBOO North award winning writer and poet David Arnault became a grandfather late last year.
THERE was a fantastic turnout to the Community Action Workshop for Turtons Creek and the Falls on Sunday, April 21. This interest has reinforced the importance of the area and the need to protect its natural beauty. The initial community consultation of landholders in the Turtons Creek Catchment and local Landcare Groups showed the passion that exists for this beautiful area, it also painted a diverse but not always pleasant picture • Highlighting the natural beauty of the area, visiting for picnics and sight seeing • Weed infestations, rubbish dumping, • The damage done by users such as large groups monopolising the campground, leaving rubbish and camp fires not fully extinguished, damaging the trees and local tracks. • Contamination of the waterway from campers The picture isn’t a good one. But, one the community believes is important enough to work on improving the environmental values of the area. The Strategic Plan and subsequent action plan aims to address these issues. Nothing will change overnight but by identifying some key activities, the community see Turtons Creek being restored to its glorious past. Actions identified include;
• Camping by permit only with the fees going towards the maintenance of the area • Regular visits and policing of the area by local authorities • Moving trail bike riding away from sensitive areas of the creek, • Establishment of a 40m vegetation buffer along the entire length of the stream involving ALL land managers • Clean up Australia day event on Sunday 16th June • Creation of linkages across the landscape for Strzelecki Koalas • Improve access at the Falls for all access viewing • Turtons Creek brochure highlighting the history and natural beauty of the area • Getting Turtons Creek back on the tourism map. The workshop identified key users of the area had been missed – campers, trail bike riders and fisherman who enjoy the Turtons Creek area. It is important all users of the area are involved in the planning process. All users of Turtons Creek are being encouraged to have their say in its future and if you would like to have your say, please contact Belinda Brennan on 5662 5759 or email: belindab@wgcma.vic.gov.au The challenge will be to protect and enhance Turtons Creek and the Falls area, and have tourism and recreation pursuits sympathetic to environmental importance of the area.
The new experience had a major impact on him, not least of which was his growing impatience with what he calls “the forces driving this planet to the edge”. Thinking about his grandson and the life he might lead as a result of global warming and all its nasty implications, David felt compelled to act. He said when his grandson was born, he took on an increased responsibility. “Just as my son-in-law seemed an inch or two taller that first moment he held his son, I too straightened my posture, threw back my shoulders, girded my loins and extolled other dangerous metaphors.” He began to think about all the people in South Gippsland and across Australia who are “fighting to save the rich farmlands, to preserve the Great Barrier Reef, to prevent the flow of poisons into the waterways, to make it possible to walk without breathing apparatus”. His thoughts prompted him to initiate an on-line newsletter called Climate Change. He said it represents a modest beginning. “I am unaligned with any group or political party, however, I am committed to bring sanity to the affairs of my species. This planet has been good to me and I would like to represent its interests and those of my fellow species who have no voice. “I pray I can continue with the publication and it will be of benefit. I don’t want it to be a vehicle just for my sometimes caustic sense of irony. “I would like to attract other correspondents from across Australia and around the world to contribute with opinion, news and quality photography. “It would provide a level of satisfaction if this publication was of help to those who are fighting for future generations and, more so, if it annoyed those who deserve the annoyance.” David said people are struggling with the same issues all over the world. “The other day I attended a meeting. Three brave young women came to my little town to talk about efforts in two other little towns nearby. We’re all working to prevent coal
seam gas from gaining a foothold in the state of Victoria. Everyone at that meeting felt a bit stronger knowing that we weren’t so alone, at least not as alone as we felt before the meeting. “I walked home afterwards, thinking there must be a place where our local efforts can come together with those in other places in the world, where I might be able to use my talents to contribute in a meaningful way. This humble publication is the result. “The title Climate Change refers more to the political and economic climate in which we operate and the change that is possible.”
Dairy call THE Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF) group wants more direct involvement from dairy farmers. Its president Noel Campbell last week called on dairy farmers to lodge expressions of interest in its policy advisory groups “to drive policy in the right direction”. He said the advisory groups were critical to the long term future of dairy. “We face many challenges as an industry and have always relied on the vision and passion of people within dairy,” he said. There are a number of policy groups which play a role in setting business objectives for industry and drive policy formulation. They include markets, people and human capacity, animal health and welfare, farming systems and herd improvement and natural resources. Mr Campbell said these need to be driven by farmers. Meetings are held three times a year, with expenses and sitting fees covered by ADF. Expression of interest forms can be obtained from the ADF office on (03) 8621 4200.
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Silent auction for friend in need PROM Coast Arts Council Inc in conjunction with Gecko Studio Gallery, will host a silent art auction, titled â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Something for Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, on Sunday, May 12, at the Fish Creek Memorial Hall from 2pm to 5pm.
Kate Zizys, printmaker/ edition printer, who set up and operates Greenworks Press in Latrobe Valley, has recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer, requiring extensive chemotherapy treatment. Kate has undergone surgery and is now due to commence chemo. The auction will help raise money for Kate, to enable her to keep Geenworks Press open and running, as well as assisting her with living expenses throughout the period of her treatment. Kate is known for her etchings and lithographs as well as working as print technician at Monash, Gippsland for five years. Greenworks Press was set
up a little over 12 months ago by Kate along with Amanda Thompson. Greenworks Press has since had a steady stream of artists using Kateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s printing expertise to edition their prints, as well as using the space as an open access studio. Kate is a highly regarded tutor in printmaking, running workshops from Gecko Studio Gallery in Fish Creek and Freestone Press in Briagalong. Kate is a friend to many and has helped a lot of people in her time. This news is a huge blow for Kate, her small business Greenworks Press and her tutoring jobs. Her treatment is expected to be lengthy and will no doubt impact on her earning capabilities. The auction has already generated an incredible amount of interest in the art scene and there are some very big name artists donating for the event. It is a silent auction where attendees will register and collect a number. They will then have the opportunity to bid on the work which will be displayed with a sheet for each item where they
can lodge their bids over the course of the event. The highest bid taken for each work at the close of bidding will get to buy and take away the artwork. There is no online or email bids accepted, so if you are unable to attend and would like to have the opportunity to buy a piece of work, you will need to organise a friend or colleague
to bid on their behalf. To view some of the work online prior to auction, people can go to the Prom Coast Arts Council website: www.promcoastarts.com.au or check out the Facebook page called Something For Kate Art Auction. Local artist Paul Satchell is helping with the huge task of organising the auction and has been using his extensive
Pretty kitty: this linocut with stencil by Rona Green called â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Zahaviâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is one of the donated artworks that will be auctioned for Kate.
Festival to start with a pop THE Twoks will play at the opening of the Fish Creek Tea Cosy Festival, on Friday May 17 at the Fish Creek Memorial Hall. The Twoks will be performing at 7pm. Tickets for the show are $15 each and free entry is offered for children under 14. While in the area, The Twoks will also be doing an extensive workshop circuit of local schools in the lead up their evening performance. According to edfestmag.
com â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Twoks are pretty unusual, pretty and unusual. Xani Kolac plays the electric violin like a siren. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a siren, like a bohemian Karen O meets Joanna Newsome. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mark Leahyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drumming is dotingly merged into the rapture.â&#x20AC;? In 2011, Xani Kolac and Mark Leahy of The Twoks packed up their electric violin and drum sticks and ended up playing the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest arts festival â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Edinburgh Fringe. In 24 days, the duo learnt everything they needed to know about spontaneous
performances, lugging gear through cobblestone streets and giving their all to hungry international audiences. Two years later, The Twoks are setting off to share their music with regional audiences. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People often get it wrong when they assume that gigging and touring is all glamour - really it is a lot of hard work,â&#x20AC;? electric violinist, Xani Kolac said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But one of the things everybody gets right is how beautiful and amazing it is to get to visit so many diverse places.â&#x20AC;?
Xani has already toured extensively through Victoria and Australia making appearances with the likes of My Friend the Chocolate Cake, Tim Rogers, Old Man River and Martin Martini and the Bone Palace Orchestra. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mark and I often arrive somewhere weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been before, take a look around us and say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;look where our music has brought us todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;,â&#x20AC;? Ms Kolac said. Tickets are available for The Twoksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; performance from Gecko Studio Gallery, 5683 2481 and Main Street Revelations, 5682 1381.
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The band, BBQ Bob and The Ring of Fire will be playing background music during the event. Local Windy Ridge wines will be available by the glass and we will have a delicious selection of nibbles and tea and coffee to enjoy.
The event is being organised by Prom Coast Arts Council and Gecko Studio Gallery combined. An exhibition and sale of Kate Zizys works on paper will be held at Gecko Studio Gallery for one week only from May 12 to 18.
For sale: this intaglio print with stencil by Geoffrey Riccardo called â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Thiefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is one of the donated artworks up for auction.
South Gippsland Jazz Society coup The South Gippsland Jazz Society has landed another coup with the booking, for Sunday, May 12, of the Daina Jowsey Quintet. Daina is a Melbourne based mainstream jazz vocalist who has wooed audiences and fellow musicians with magnificent performances at recent Inverloch jazz festivals. Her repertoire is pre-
dominantly mainstream jazz standards performed with soulful interpretations and gentle swing. Daina has toured Australia with several leading cabaret artists and has performed in various other jazz festivals, including Paynesville, Monbulk, Grampianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Montsalvat and Wangaratta. She appeared regularly on Bert Newtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Good Morning Australia and performed with the Australian Pops Orchestra in Melbourne and at the Sydney Opera House. In June 2010 Daina released her first CD of jazz standards. It features her mother Helen on piano, her father Neil on bass, Lachlan David-
son on sax and Dean Cooper on drums. The Daina Jowsey Quintet makes regular appearances at Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dizzyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jazz Club. This not to be missed, world class jazz quintet, is performing at the Inverloch RSL on Sunday, May 12 between 2pm. and 4pm. Members admission is $10.00, non-members $12.50. Drinks are available at very reasonable bar prices. BYO nibbles. Contact Neville Drummond on 5674 2166 for more details. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this! Performers of this reputation and standing are seldom seen outside our capital cities.
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You mightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve already be a regular at their stall at the Coal Creek Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market, but if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sampled their wares, make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re there at 10am this Saturday. Daryl will be cooking up an aromatic chicken dish marinated with Moroccan lemon kasoundi and yogurt, grilled in local olive oil and served on Hope Farm sough dough. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be loads of other makers, bakers and growers from around our rolling green hills at the market this Saturday. Lena will be sharing her DYI on the farm tales from her recent appearance on the Gourmet Farmer. And sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have tables full of freshly harvested vegetables too. Plus thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be wines, artisan cheeses, bread, olive oil, mushrooms, honey, eggs and some super specials too, like Gippsland Pasture Feed Meatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mega meat pack including 4.25kg of choice cuts of lamb, beef and pork for only $65 (normally $90). You can pre-order and pick yours up on the day on 0459 629 000. So bring your bags and maybe, a brolly just in case, and get set for a spicy, entertaining and tasty morning. 8am -12.30pm down at the Coal Creek car park Korumburra.
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Landcare hosts soil workshop THE South Gippsland Landcare Network has its eyes looking at its feet during the next few weeks with the focus of attention at ground level.
Soil is what drives the productivity of our farms and soils are what SGLN will be looking at in great detail in three field days and workshops. Do you understand the structure of your soil and how it is affecting or limiting the production of pasture on your farm? And if you do, do you know how to improve it? Farmers who have attended soil workshops at SGLN as part of their soils program have learned that an open, humus rich soil full of nutrients and with a neutral tending pH is aspirational, but how do you tell where you are at on your property? SGLN’s master class in rapid soil assessment with Chris Alenson will give you the knowledge and the tools to look at your soil and make informed judgments about its condition, and the steps you can take to remedy any issues you might find. The master classes will take place in Ruby on the Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25 from 10am until 3pm, with lunch provided. There is a modest charge of $11 per
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day to cover catering and course materials. Come to both days or to one, depending on your circumstances. Nutrients are one of the biggest input costs on a farm, so it makes sense to retain and recycle them. Come and see how Foster dairy farmers Peter and Lyn Truscott are composting their calf pen litter, spoiled hay, rice hulls, manure off tracks and effluent pond sludge to make soil conditioner. Composting on a farm scale is a way to return nutrients and humus to farm paddocks, saving on fertiliser costs and improving soil
structure. A field day explaining the processes, science and costs involved with composting will be held on Wednesday, May 22 on their property. The field day will run with the same format as the popular compost day held at the Matthews dairy farm in Glen Alive last year (organised by the Bass Coast Landcare Network). A compost turning demonstration will be given by David Walker, Aussie Compost Co. along with presentations from Declan McDonald, Productive Soil Specialist and Kevin Wilkinson,
Principle Research Scientist followed by a barbecue lunch. Details in the advertisement, or contact Kate on 0428 317 928. The Landcare Networks second master class is being led by John Gallienne which will be held on Wednesday, June 12 on Terry and Janine Clark’s dairy farm at Nerrena. As you move about your farm, do you use a vehicle? This is certainly fast and efficient but you may be missing out on valuable information as you wizz across your paddocks. If you are on foot, your perspective changes and your focus can
Composting on a farm scale: a way to return nutrients and humus to farm paddocks, saving on fertiliser costs and improving soil structure. A field day explaining the processes will be held on Wednesday, May 22 on the property of Foster dairy farmers Peter and Lyn Truscott.
be on small details, such as individual pasture plants. Your plants can tell you a lot about what is going on in your soil. John will help you read the signs that give you an insight into the growth and productivity of pasture species. The colour of leaves, growth habits of pas-
ture plants and weeds and the composition of plants in the pasture can give clues about what’s right and wrong in the pasture and valuable insights into soil pH, fertility, structure and nutrient status. The cost for this day is $11.00. For information on either master classes contact Jill at
SGLN on 0417 380 273. SGLN’s current series of soil workshops will build on the knowledge gained through the soil workshops they have held in the past, and add to the tools farmers can use to optimise production from their soil. See the advertisement for more details.
Funding to enhance wetlands A TOTAL of $2,777 has been provided to two South Gippsland Landcare groups to help them improve the health of local rivers, creeks and wetlands, Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South Peter Ryan announced last week. Mr Ryan said the South Gippsland Landcare Network ($1100) and the Poowong and District Landcare Group ($1677) would each receive funding from Melbourne Water Waterways Community Grants program. Mr Ryan congratulated the local recipients and said there were many passionate volunteers in the community who worked hard to keep the local waterways healthy. “In turn, this helps to make these areas more accessible for use by the wider community,” Mr Ryan said. “Waterways are an important part of our liveability and these volunteer groups
provide crucial work. “Along with the great work of groups like South Gippsland Landcare Network and Poowong and District Landcare Group, it is also important everyone in the local community does their part to protect rivers and creeks by binning all rubbish, minimising stormwater run-off and picking up after dogs.” Water Minister Peter Walsh said the grants were a fantastic way to recognise, reward and support the hard work of local groups. “The Waterways Community Grants are a great way to ensure these dedicated groups continue with their invaluable work and to enable them to assist Melbourne Water care for our waterways” Mr Walsh said. The Melbourne Water Waterways Community Grants are now in their 14th year. Not-for-profit environmental groups can apply for next year’s grants in October.
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Tassie tour inspires A DOZEN young dairy farmers had a road trip to remember when they recently toured some of Tasmania’s most innovative dairy businesses.
Flat out: Chris Peters from Arawata takes a break during the YDDP Don Campbell Memorial Study Tour. “I think the robotic milkers were a highlight, which I don’t think anyone on the tour had seen before,” she said. “It was all very technologically advanced, with the milkers able to do
everything from heat detection to mastitis identification.” Irene said the participants came away from Tasmania with a feeling the industry had a bright future and could
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The 10 Gippslanders and two South Australians were on the 2013 Don Campbell Memorial Study Tour, which took in nine farms over a whirlwind five days. Hosted by the Young Dairy Development Program (YDDP), the tour was hailed a great success, inspiring participants to forge a future in the industry. The Gippsland farmers included Maggie Waite from Sale, Sarah Killury from Maffra, Jayden Bibbie from Longwarry, Greg Beal from Inverloch, Nicolas Kilpatrick from Foster, Mick McKenzie from Calrossie, Christopher Peters from Arawata, Cameron Ball from Boolarra, Brendan Hayes from Loch and Nyora’s Eoin Gleeson. From robotic dairies, to once-aday set-ups, 16 hour-interval milking schedules and conventional twice-daily operations, the various farm stops showed that there is definitely more than one way to milk a cow. YDDP Gippsland co-ordinator Irene Baker, who lead the tour, said the exposure to forward thinking farmers was just what the young group was looking for.
ing,” she said. “All the farmers we spent time with were positive and optimistic, which was great for young people looking at a future in the dairy industry.” An important aspect of the tour was the social side, with participants relishing the chance to relax in the company of their own generation of young dairy farmers. “We had great weather for the whole five days, so everyone was in a good mood, getting along well and making the most of this wonderful opportunity,” Irene said. The tour was funded by GippsDairy and developed in collaboration with Dairy SA and NCDEA. GippsDairy executive officer Dr. Danielle Auldist said the annual tour was a great example of how the industry supports the development of the next generation of dairy innovators. “This is dairy levy being spent for the future of these young farmers and the future of the dairy industry,” she said. Don Campbell was a Yannathan dairy farmer and inaugural chair of GippsDairy who died in a 1998 vehicle accident. Don was passionate about investing in young people working in the dairy industry. At the time of his death, GippsDairy was organising a Tasmanian study tour, which was subsequently named in his honour.
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Price lift for quality cattle
The usual buying group was present for a dearer market overall when compared to the sale of a fortnight ago. Quality was generally plain with a large proportion of the grown steers and bullocks being crossbred manufacturing types and many of the young cattle being presented in store condition. The prime classes sold to strong competition, with the D3 manufacturing steers gaining the most ground, while the well-bred grown steers and bullocks recorded a more modest price rise. A lift in quality in the grass heifer portion of the young cattle saw strong demand lift prices significantly. Most grades of cows were strongly sought after also, with the plainer end selling up to 21c/kg dearer. Most yearling grass steers were heavy weights over 500kg which sold slightly stronger, from 190c to 196c/ kg. Most yearling grass heifers sold from 160c to 190c, lifting 15c, with store heifers from 124c to 160c/kg. The C muscle grown steers made between 182c and 196c lifting 1c/kg. The C muscle bullocks sold between 180c and 190c, selling firm to 3c/kg dearer. Plainer shaped D muscle grown steers and bullocks made from 150c to 180c, lifting 2c to 6c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers sold from 135c to 167c, lifting 9c/kg on most sales. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers made between 121c and 159c, lifting 2c to 4c/kg. Heavy weight crossbred three score manufacturing steers sold between 150c and 180c, lifting 10c/kg. Plain condition one score and light weight dairy cows made from 60c to 121c, lifting 13c to 19c/kg. Good condition two and three score heavy weight dairy cows made from 116c to 126c, lifting 3c to 8c/kg on limited numbers. Plain condition one and two score and light weight beef cows sold mostly from 70c to 124c, lifting 12c to 21c/kg. Good condition three and four score heavy weight beef cows made between 122c and 135c, lifting 7c to 11c/kg. Heavy weight C and B muscle bulls sold between 118c and 148c, lifting 1c to 6c/kg on most. The next sale draw - May 8: 1. Landmark, 2. Elders, 3. David Phelan, 4. Rodwells, 5. Alex Scott, 6. SEJ.
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LEONGATHA businesses have been supportive in hosting a petition against Coal Seam Gas extraction. Local campaigners Anna Hall, Gayle Margret and Marg Thomas were delivering the petitions to businesses on Tuesday. “We are calling for state government to come in and put a stop to Coal Seam Gas developments in Victoria,” Ms Hall said. The petition states that the State Government should immediately ban fracking permanently across Victoria and ban other approvals for coal mining or CSG exploration licences across the state. “The magic number of signatures is 10,000,” Ms Margret said. “We are hoping to get about 3000 here in Leongatha.” Deputy Premier and Member for Gippsland South Peter Ryan said Victoria does not have a coal seam gas extraction industry.
“The government is approaching the issue of coal seam gas very carefully and is not going to rush into anything,” he said. “We will continue to closely monitor developments in New South Wales and Queensland. “Victoria’s hold on
Total yarding: 1486. Steers: C. King, Mirboo North, 1 x $885; G. & J. McAinch, Denison, 11 x $800; E. Perez, Budgeree, 9 x $795; A.L. & N.M. Sewell, Hazelwood, 12 x $775; L.C. & G.L. Anthony, Meeniyan, 17 x $765; R.A. Jackson, Binginwarri, 4 x $735. Heifers: J.S. & A.M. Blackshaw, Leongatha South, 4 x $660; A. Wyhoon Ent P/L, Yinnar, 1 x $660; J.J. & R.E. Tuffin, Toora, 3 x $608; J.D. & K.M. Bourke, Koorooman, 1 x $565; E.J. & A. Opray, Dumbalk, 6 x $500; D.E. & S.T. Morgan, Yanakie, 3 x $495. Cows: J.D. & K.M. Bourke, Koorooman, 1 x $640. Cows and calves: C. & J. Carter, Tarwin, 4 x $780; Beauvest P/L, Foster, 4 x $760; R.J. Grylls, Welshpool, 3 x $700; G.R. & T.L. Finlay, Glen Alvie, 1 x $680; J. Thiele, Main Ridge, 12 x $660; C. King, Mirboo North, 5 x $610.
DAIRY COWS WANTED Friesian cows or heifers, freshly calved or PTIC May/June. Preferably with production and breeding details.
AGISTMENT WANTED
Long or short term. Contact Paul Wilson 0407 865 202
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GippsDairy FOCUS FARM FIELD DAY This is the second field day on this Focus Farm. Hear from the Allens', Facilitator Matt Hall and members of the Focus Farm Support Group
Thursday May 16 2013 11.00am - 2.30pm Sean and Jen Allen | Main South Road, Drouin South Look for the GippsDairy Field Day signs
What options are being considered to put the seasons of 2012-13 behind them? AGENDA ? Current production and financial position plus draft
budgets for next season ? Inspect the milkers and dry cows ? Feeding plans to fit the budget and season ? Pastures, and pasture renovation – results on Red and Grey soils ? New dairy is progressing – and the budget remains on target.
approvals, to undertake hydraulic fracturing as part of onshore gas exploration remains in place.” If you would like to sign the petition on line log onto http://www. c h a n g e . o rg / p e t i t i o n s / legislative-council-ofvictoria-end-coal-seamgas-exploration-andmining-in-victoria.
FOR SALE 15 AI Bred Holstein Cows, freshly calved and calving to Stud Holstein Bull, 2nd & 3rd calvers, good condition. $1500.00 15 Friesian Cross Heifers, 20 Jersey & Jersey Cross Heifers, calving now on, all good condition, complete dispersal line. $950 - Friesian Cross $800 - Jersey & Jersey Cross KORUMBURRA Alex Dixon 0409 581 935 Clay Mabilia 0439 383 091
Thursday, May 2
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THERE were approximately 1600 grown and 300 young cattle penned with numbers increasing significantly.
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EXTENSIVE CLEARING SALE Tractor, Farm Machinery, Sundries. (Property Sold)
FRIDAY MAY 17 at 10.30am on the property 1330 Tarwin Lower Road, MIDDLE TARWIN A/c N. & J. Cope Farm Machinery: M.F. 6465 2004 tractor 4,000 hours V.G. order; Jeskin Modulo 2 10,000 ltr manure spreader; J.D. 592 baler done 12,229 bales; J.D. 331 mower conditioner 4 y.o; Krohne 2835 Ezycut 7 disc mower; Krohne 46T trailing rake; Claas hay tedder; Berends chisel plough; Amazone power harrows; Boomerang round bale feeder; Amazone 1-ton linkage super spreader with GPS unit; Conner Shea 18-run seeder; smudger; square bale hay feeder; Cropland 600 ltr trailing spray unit; trailing diesel tank; Hardi 600 ltr boom spray. Other Plant & Sundries: Honda 420 2012 model bike V.G. order; brand new never used Schaben 60 ltr bike spray tank & pump; bike ramps; large irrigation pump on trailer, needs work; Pro Power Tool generator; bike calf trailer; tandem trailer; old farm trailer; 6' x 5' cattle crate; large 9' carryall; hay fork; compressors; 1 x Ingensole Rand 1 x Peerless, bench grinder; ½-ton pellet feeder; large concrete trough; hip clamp; 5 x hay rings; 2 small square bale feeders; 2 rolls silage wrap; quant. 7' x 5” - 6” treated posts; 7 x portable calf feeders; quant. barbed & plain wire; fencing equipment; elec. fence reels & posts; 2 x 10' new gates & hinges; grass seed 9 bags Concord, 2 bags Budget Premium Mix, 1 bag Winter Winner; approx 300 litres Foliar spray; mineral plus liquid spray; drum molasses; truck wash detergent; vet sundries & numerous other sundries. A/c Outside Vendors: single phase Reeve manure pump; 2 x 5.5. test buckets. View Photos of major items on our website. www.alexscott.com.au Light Luncheon: By Stony Creek F.C. Ladies. Directions: Follow signs off South Gippsland Highway and Inverloch- Tarwin Road. Terms: Cash or cheque day of sale, G.S.T. applicable, buyer must register I.D. required, no buyer premium.
BYO lunch. Tea and coffee provided, come for a cuppa from 10.30am onwards. All dairy farmers and people interested in the dairy industry are welcome.
For more information contact John Gallienne Mobile 0407 863 493, The Focus Farm project is funded by Dairy Australia, and GippsDairy.
Korumburra 03 5655 1133 Leongatha 03 5662 0922 Greg Spargo 0409 860 344
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LASER PRINTER. Brother 2140 series. With working cartridge. $20. Ph. 0407 444 051. RABBIT/GUINEA PIG HUTCH. Two storey. Corrugated iron roof. $20. Ph. 0407 444 051. COLLECTORS NATIONAL BANK CALENDARS. 5. 1995-1996. $45 the lot. Ph. 5658 1443 PET DOOR FLAP. Cat friendly. Transparent. 4 way locking. New in box. $20. Ph. 5658 1443. TABLE. Wooden. 4 chairs. Excellent condition. $50. ph. 5674 2188. UHF TRANSCEIVER. Only used once. $45. Ph. 5662 3042. TOWING MIRRORS. Adjustable 4x4 door mount. With ratchet straps. $50. Ph. 0419 301 463. FILING CABINET. 3 Drawers. Steel. With suspension files. $45. Ph. 0437 452 033 after 6pm. WARDROBE. $45. Ph. 0437 452 033 after 6pm. WHITE COT. With mattress. Large. Great for Nan’s house. $50. Ph. 5662 5027 after 7pm. STOVE. St George. 66cm. $50. Ph. 5655 2599. ELECTRIC GRIDDLE. Cast iron. 38cm. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 5655 2599. JACKET. Dri-rider. Size L. Excellent condition. Grey and blue. $50. ph. 0427 102 225 DESK. Wooden with leather inlay top. $30 Ph. 0417 505 731. LAMPS. Two. $25. Ph. 0417 505 731. DOOR. Red pine 3 panel. $20. Ph. 5662 2221. CROSS TRAINER. As new. Tarwin Lower. $50. Ph. 0400 635 276. BBQ 4 BURNER. $5. Ph. 5662 2221. MYNA BIRD TRAP. $50. Delivered Leongatha. Ph. 0408 105 355. HOT PLATE. Westinghouse. Phh466W. $50. Ph. 5674 2859. DOG KENNEL. Timber. Good condition. Suit medium dog. $50. Ph. 5662 3336 CHILDREN’S BIKES. Old. Three available. $1. ph. 0418 574 539. GLAZED POT/VASE. Antique 1 gallon earthware . Natural toning. H:26cm. $40. Ph. 5662 5141 SHOP DISPLAY SHELF UNIT. 2 Tier. Sales bin. Clothing rack & hangers. $30. Ph. 0417 505 731 BEDSIDE TABLES. Glass topped Queen Anne. Two. $40. Ph. 0417 505 731. LEATHER COAT. Ladies. Knee length. Cherry red. Small. Versses Brand. Bought in London. $50. ph. 5674 5601. TOW BARS. Two. $25 each. Ph. 5662 2570. GLASS FAN LIGHT. 3 tiered. Were $50 each from Harvey Norman. Brand new. Unused. $3 for $50. Ph. 0408 848 728. SHOWER/BATH SCREEN. Glass. Opens. Colorbond. White with glass panels. $40. Ph. 0408 848 728. NINTENDO DS GAME. Style Boutique. Excellent condition. $30. Ph. 5686 2653. GAMEBOY ADVANCED GAMES. Two.
Pokemon series 1 episodes. DS compatible. great condition. $25. ph. 5686 2653. STEERING WHEEL GAME PLAYER. With 3 cars - Formula one, motorcycle & motorboat. EC. $10. Ph. 5662 5141. ALPACA FLEECE. Long staple. White colour. 3 bags. $30. Ph. 0417 081 152. QUEEN BED. Excellent condition. All timber with slat base. Mattress not included. $50. Ph. 0439 552 022. BEDSIDE CUPBOARDS. Two. All solid timber. $45 each or best offer. Ph. 0439 552 022. QUINCES. Chemical free. $3 per kg. Free delivery to Leongatha. Ph. 5668 6220 3 WHEEL STROLLER. Valco. suitable to 18kg. Plenty of storage. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0458 942 517. BABY/INFANT SWING. Bright stars. Near new. swings and plays tunes. $40. Ph. 0458 942 517. COUNTY CRICKET PADS. Kookaburra high pad and Albion helmet. $35. Ph. 0411 439 856. PORTA COT. Light & easy. By BabyCo. As new. $35. Ph. 0411 439 856. XBOX 360 GAME. DANCING STAGE UNIVERSE 2. Like new. Dance mat included. negotiable price. $40. Ph. 0438 710 514. COFFEE TABLE. Modern glass. Stainless steel frame. White glass. two levels. On casters. 1m diameter x 400” high. $50. Ph. 0413 060 875. FUJIFILM S1500. Cracked screen. Viewfinder works. occasional 1 pixel red line on photo. Still good. negotiable $50. Ph. 0438 710 514. KIDS FOLDOUT COUCH. Foam with Winnie The Pooh cover. Excellent condition. $15. Ph. 0411 329 348. CAR SEAT COVER. Holden Omega. Vinyl. Full back. Custom made. $50. Ph. 0407 825 488. DRAWERS. with compartments. Drawers covered with yellow material. $30. Ph. 0488 069 004. BARBECUE. 6 Burner. Hood. cupboards. 2 wheels need replacing. $50. Ph. 5662 3838. TONKA TRUCKS. Brand new. $20 each. Ph. 5662 2851. DRYER. Good condition. Works well. $50. Ph. 0400 733 519. DESKS. Two. Suit computers. White. High backed. shelves and drawers. $10 each. Ph. 5668 6220. BOOTS. Ladies. Red back. Size 4. Brown pull on. Almost new. $35. Ph. 5658 1050. WOODEN DOLL CRADLE. $10. Ph. 0488 069 004. GYMNASTICS LEOTARD. NK Brand. sparkling silver and red. Suit girl aged 5-8. $30. ph. 0457 995 155. GYMNASTICS LEOTARD. NK Brand. sparkling silver, black and gold. With stars. Suit girl 6-10 years old. $30. ph. 0457 995 155. SMALL FISH TANK. With lid, inc. 2 pumps, filters. Good cond. $45 the lot. Ph. 0438 982 729. MICROWAVE, small, silver. Brand new cond. $40. Ph. 0438 982 729.
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LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING
CHIROPRACTOR
There will be a book signing by the author of V is for JUSTICE on Thursday 9th May at 11.45 at ‘The Gatha Store’ in McCartin St, Leongatha This book was favourably reviewed in The Star on Tuesday, April 16 edition. Books are available from the newsagency or the venue
Garry Harrison 19 Moonah Street Cape Paterson Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday By appointment Ph: 5674 8290
IMPACT Youth Mentoring Initiative
CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG “NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER”
South Gippsland ….EVER THOUGHT OF BECOMING A YOUTH MENTOR? …. WELL NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!! IMPACT Mentoring Initiative is now recruiting for Mirboo North and Leongatha Secondary Colleges Mentors are trained volunteers that work within the school with students 1:1 during school hours. Mentors assist students to explore educational and future employment opportunities and help young people remain connected at school and within the community. Come to a Mentor information session !! N dri ibble When: Tuesday 14th May nks s a su nd Where: UnitingCare Gippsland 3 Church Street Leongatha pp lied Sessions: 11.30am -12-30pm, or 7pm - 8pm
Register:
Michelle Merange Ph. 5662 5150
Information sessions are for your information only. Application kits will be available at the sessions, although there is no obligation to apply. We invite applications from adults 18 and over. You do not need any qualifications, just life experience. Potential mentors will be required to undergo police and working with children checks, referee checks, an interview process and compulsory training. Ongoing support and training is provided. Contact Michelle Merange at UnitingCare Gippsland Leongatha on 5662 5150 From caring comes courage’ ( Lao Tzu) LEONGATHA SECONDARY COLLEGE
IMPACT Mentoring Initiative is supported by the Victorian Government
28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropractic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L
LEARN FIRST AID LEONGATHA L2 - L1 - CPR Monday, May 20 WARRAGUL L2 - L1 - CPR Saturday, May 18
Book online: www.victorianfirstaid.com.au or ring 0488 405 605
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GARAGE SALE The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our
LEONGATHA DEPOT DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSION SP AusNet is seeking to upgrade and expand its depot facilities at Horn Street, Leongatha, to consolidate operations and improve safety at the site. The expansion will also ensure jobs stay in the local area. SP AusNet is committed to working with the local community and the council. So as part of a broad community consultation process, SP AusNet has met and listened to the needs of the community, especially those closest to the depot, making important improvements to the proposed site plans. These improvements include: • • •
Reducing the height of buildings by cutting foundations 2 metres deeper into the ground; Changed building materials to improve soundproofing; and, More appropriate landscaping plans.
To view the latest plans for the site development and to discuss any issues with SP AusNet and South Gippsland Shire Council representatives, SP AusNet is holding a Community Information Session. We encourage anyone interested in the project to attend. When: Monday 13 May, 2013. 3:30 – 7:30pm Where: Leongatha Depot, Horn Street, Leongatha. Who:
Representatives from SP AusNet and South Gippsland Shire Council.
For further details, please contact: Amanda Shackleton on 9695 6865
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CASUAL RETAIL ASSISTANT Minimum 3 days a week, but able to work full shop week if necessary. Apply in writing to So! me, 57 Bair Street, Leongatha.
DAIRY FARMHAND required. Part-time, casual position, available for approx. 3-4 months over calving. 0421-554511.
FARMHAND / MILKER wanted. General farm work, cropping, tractor work and milking. Full time, must be reliable. Mardan area. Please phone 0416939834.
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APPRENTICE HAIRDRESSER A wonderful opportunity exists for an energetic, creative and passionate person to join the team at Inspiration Hair Design Leongatha as a first year Apprentice . The successful applicant will be able to work co-operatively within a large and energetic team environment, willing to learn and be educated and be dedicated to the industry and fashion. Past experience within the industry is not a pre-requisite, yet being friendly, bubbly and kind natured with outstanding people skills is a must. Please email your application and resumé to inspirehairdesign@bigpond.com by May 19
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HOUSE Leongatha, 3 bedroom, close to shops, good shed, $250 pw. 0419893204.
TEACHER OF HEALTH AND PE Part-time, Term 3 2013
WONTHAGGI modern central shop, $295 pw, central office $195 pw. Ph: 0408-981819.
Newhaven College, an independent co-educational school on Phillip Island, offers quality education for students from Prep to Year 12. A position is available for a Teacher of secondary Health and PE. The time fraction is approx. 0.7, however applicants who can teach Year 11 Psychology may qualify for a full-time load. Please visit www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au Applications close Friday 17 May 2013
Corporate Accountant
Full Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications from suitably qualified CA/CPA for the role of Corporate Accountant based in Foster. Reporting to the Manager Finance & Corporate Services this role is integral to the continuous improvement of the corporations finance team. The successful applicant will have a minimum of 5 years experience in a Management or Financial accounting role, experience in water industry or local government accounting will be highly regarded.
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AGISTMENT required for 30-50 dry cows, for the month of June. Phone Daniel 0429-856292.
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SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS & SALES
FREE QUOTES WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE
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Assistant Corporate Accountant
Full Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Assistant Corporate Accountant based in Foster. Reporting to the Manager Finance & Corporate Services this role will assist the Corporate Accountant with all facets of the corporation’s accounting function. An accounting degree or near completion will be highly regarded.
Procurement Officer
Full Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications from experienced individuals for the position of Procurement Officer based at our Leongatha Depot. Reporting to the Business Services & Governance Manager this position will be responsible for further developing the Corporations Procurement, contract management and stores functions. The successful applicant will have experience in government procurement or similar and will possess excellent communication, negotiation and record management skills.
Customer Service Officer – Plumbing & Planning
.8 Part Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications from experienced individuals for the position of Customer Service Officer – Plumbing & Planning based in Foster. This varied role is will require specialist knowledge of planning and subdivision regulations and plumbing code regulations. Experience in survey techniques with the ability to interpret plans is a must. The successful applicant will be able to communicate at all levels and will have proven time management skills, strong attention to detail and experience in the water industry or a similar role. For further information please review the position descriptions available on our website: www.sgwater.com.au Contact Paula Smith for a confidential discussion on 03 5682 0403. Applications close Friday 24th May, to apply please forward your cover letter and resumé to: psmith@sgwater.com.au Or post to: HR & Payroll Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster Vic 3960
Shire Council
5672 3127
Project Manager – Vision 2050
CYPRESS SLEEPERS 200 x 50 x 2.4, $8 each. 0438-636201.
Temporary full time – until March 2014 Option of a 9 day fortnight $98,376 per annum including vehicle
FIREWOOD local hardwood mixture, split, dry, pick up or delivered. Bulk loads available, $90 per metre. Ph: 0437-176187.
South Gippsland Shire Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Community Development professional to develop and lead the Community Vision 2050 project. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services you will work in collaboration with the Community to create a shared community vision for South Gippsland. Your background in community engagement, strategic planning and project management will ensure the project’s success.
FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.
FIREWOOD - good local peppermint gum, $60 for a spud box, cut and split. 0417-385035 Stony Creek area.
If you have a passion to partner with a diverse range of people from community members, council staff and the projects committee along with a sound understanding of the issues and trends impacting on the South Gippsland community then this may be the role for you. Enquires to June Ernst, Director Corporate Services on 5662 9200.
Corporate Information Management Officer Permanent part time – 18.5 hrs per week Availability required Monday, Thursday & Friday Join our Corporate Information Management team supporting Council with the efficient delivery of record management activities, including sorting, scanning, data entry, registering and distributing correspondence. If you enjoy being busy, achieving results, and have experience in records management, including working with an electronic document management system and can bring a passion for customer service then this may be the role for you. Enquiries to David Robinson, Corporate Information Management Coordinator on 5662 9200. All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description by 5pm Wednesday 22 May 2013.
TIMBER YARD POSITION WONTHAGGI STORE A full time position exists as a Timber Yard Team Member. This role requires specific administration skills and cash register knowledge. You will be required to offer exceptional customer service both internally and externally. To be successful in this position you must: • Have exceptional administration skills • Have an approachable and friendly nature • Have strong customer focus • Be team orientated • Be computer literate, preferably with a knowledge of Sympac Knowledge of timber and timber products will be an advantage. If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Friday, May 10 to: Store Manager, Capeview Mitre10 Cape Paterson Road, Wonthaggi Or by email: joe.hoarau@cv-m10.com.au
Further information and position descriptions are available on our website.
www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au
GENERATOR 4.5 KVA, 9 horse Honda motor, $600. Cattle scales, Thunderbolt electronic $1,000. Ph: 5664-9280.
HAY: small squares, excellent quality, shedded, suitable for horses, new season, $9 each. Mardan, can deliver 50 or more, conditions apply. 56641320.
MILK VAT 2,600 ltr, round, degassed, Terry compressor, $1,500. Ph: 0448-679294.
PIANO for sale. Ph: 0408634239.
RAM Dorper, 12 months old, self shedding sheep $150. Dumbalk 5664-4387.
2 SHEEP ewes in lamb, $50 each. 0418-939112, 5662-4112.
SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.
STOCK CRATE for 10x6 trailer, $300. 0427-686231.
Chief Executive Officer • Be Part of the National Health Reform • Strategic Planning in Primary Health Care • Executive Leadership Opportunity
FULL TIME POSITION Retail Team Member - Garden Nursery Inverloch
Gippsland Medicare Local is a not for profit primary health care organisation established to drive improvements and greater integration in primary health care in the Gippsland region. Gippsland Medicare Local is working closely with general practice, allied health and other health providers to ensure that the primary health system and services are better tailored to meet the needs of local communities.
A position exists as a Retail Team Member – Nursery in our Inverloch store. This position requires an extremely high customer service focus and a high aptitude for Garden Nursery products. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate the following attributes: • Outstanding customer interface skills • Strong merchandising skills • Experience in a Garden Nursery environment essential • Excellent communication skills • Highly organised and efficient • Able to work with little supervision • Team orientated Horticulture training or experience would be viewed as a distinct advantage. If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Friday 10th May, 2013 to: The Store Manager, Capeview Mitre10 - Inverloch, Bass Highway Inverloch, Vic 3996, or by email: Wayne.Chapman@cv-m10.com.au
The CEO will lead the organisation’s continuous development and improvement and will be responsible for the implementation of the strategic and business plans, making sure that Gippsland Medicare Local is credible, innovative and sustainable. The CEO will be accountable for the day-to-day operations of the Medicare Local and be experienced in achieving results within a strong governance framework. To be successful in this role you will have : • Tertiary qualification in Health, Business and/or related field • Experience at CEO or equivalent level • Ability to lead, inspire and drive the organisation in a large complex region • Well-developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills • Astute understanding of the Australian Health System & Victorian Primary Health environme nt • Proven operational competency • Financial acumen • Understanding of contemporary health policy • Excellent change management skills • Exceptional leadership capability
Consultant: Lyn Gunnell 1300 575 575 Apply: Lyn@mercury.com.au Closing Date: 19th May 2013 www.mercury.com.au
TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
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BULLS for hire or sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All bulls have been semen tested. Hire or sale. Ph: AH 0447331762.
GOATS for sale. Ring Gail, Mt Eccles 5668-6320.
LAMBS 6 month old females, suit breeding or meat. Great grass eaters, drenched and vaccinated. From $50 each. 0428356376.
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engagements BRIGHT - GIROUD Janean and Shane together with Carol and John are delighted to announce the engagement of Jess and Tom. Wishing them every happiness for their future. Love and best wishes always.
DEVELOP A CAREER IN THE MEAT INDUSTRY
Meat Processors, labourers and Skilled Staff Required For large Export Meat processing facilities in the South Eastern suburbs, Central South Gippsland and Wonthaggi Region. Stability and Long term Employment Opportunities Available Duties include: • General Labouring • Process Work • Rendering • Boning/Slicing/Knife Hand • Picking & Packing Experience not essential. Full training provided. MUST be Australian citizen or permanent resident. Full time & casual positions available. Early starts. MUST be prepared to attend INFORMATION SESSION. Eligibility Criteria Applies. To apply please call 8398 1728 or email your most recent resumé to rcain@miss.vic.edu.au
WEED CONTROL/REVEGETATION Envirogain is seeking an experienced person on a full time basis to undertake environmental weed control and revegetation works. Please view our online ad at www.seek.com.au and search for “Envirogain”. Please only apply if you meet the Selection Criteria.
FULL TIME
Sales Representative Assistant Capeview M10 - Wonthaggi A position exists as a Sales Representative Assistant, stationed in our Wonthaggi store. This position requires a very high customer service focus both internally and externally. To be successful applicant will have the following attributes: • A thorough knowledge of the Timber/Trade industry • Outstanding administration skills • Excellent computer literacy, preferably with Sympac knowledge • Proven numeracy skills • Excellent communication skills • Highly organised and efficient • Able to work with little supervision • Adaptable and flexible • An approachable and friendly nature • Be team orientated If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Friday, May 10 to: Tony Cruickshank, CEO Capeview Hardware Pty Ltd Cape Paterson Road, Wonthaggi Or by email: tony.cruickshank@cv-m10.com.au
FULL TIME POSITION
Accounting Department Wonthaggi A position exists as a Full Time Accounting Clerk in our Wonthaggi store. This position requires both proven bookkeeping and administration skills, with a high focus on Debtors customer service. The successful applicant will have the following attributes: • Proven administration skills • Excellent computer literacy • Excellent numeracy skills • Excellent communication skills • Highly organised and efficient • Able to work with little supervision • Be team orientated If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Friday 10th May, 2013 to: The Accountant, John Walsh PO Box 115, Wonthaggi, Vic 3995 or by email: john.walsh@cv-bp.com.au
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CLEANING CONTRACT TENDER Tenders are invited from cleaning contractors to clean the Foster Primary School. Cleaners must be listed on the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development’s Contract Cleaners panel. Please contact Sue Duggan at the Primary School on 5682 2370 for an information package and to arrange a walk through.
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deaths FITZGERALD (nee Carmody) - Margaret Mary (Peg). 11.08.1922 - 02.05.2013 Late of Korumburra. Daughter of Thomas and Margaret Carmody (both dec). Formerly of Carmody’s Road, Leongatha. Beloved wife of Desmond (dec) and much loved and loving mother of Pamela, Mortimer, Christopher, Vivienne (dec), Richard (Rick) and Julie. Caring mother-in-law of John, Jenny, Jenny, Alison and Luke. Devoted grandmother of Freya, Perdita and Millie; Annaliese, Melissa, Robert and Penelope; Ryan and Brent; Amy and Kate; Georgia, Harriet and James. And passionate great grandmother of Zara and Louella. Passed away peacefully at home. Cherished in our hearts always. MAYO - Peter Stanley. Peter/Dad/Pa Although you left us suddenly you will remain in our hearts forever. We miss you dearly. Love from your family, Jenny, Jane, Josh, Sarah, Tristan and Nathan.
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NEARY - Mike. Our sincere condolences to Carol and family on Mike’s sudden passing. A quiet contributor who was always willing to lend a hand. A popular brigade member who will be sadly missed. Captain and members Pound Creek Fire Brigade.
funerals FITZGERALD - A Requiem Mass for Mrs Margaret Mary (Peg) Fitzgerald will be offered at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Korumburra on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 11am. At the conclusion of the service the funeral will leave for the Korumburra Cemetery.
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deaths NEARY - Michael. 15.8.45 - 4.5.13. Passed suddenly. Dearly loved husband of Carol. Adored father of Michelle and Dianna, Sean and Leigh. Idolised Pop of Lachlan and Michael, Monique and Tristan. We are enriched by sharing your life and shattered by your passing. Missing you so much. Funeral arrangements TBA Herald Sun. NEARY - Michael (Mick). Suddenly May 4. Wonderful friend and neighbour of Kevin and Deborah Scott, Leongatha South. Our deepest sympathy to Carol and family.
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Paddock to plate
SECONDARY college students from Mirboo North and Leongatha are learning to milk science classes for all they’re worth through a partnership with Murray Goulburn (MG).
The “Paddock to Plate” project gives students a practical application for their science skills, teaching them how MG’s milk products make their way from inception to Chinese-bound export commodity. Mirboo North Secondary College Year 10 science teacher Melissa Green said the partnership, funded through Schools Connect, an independent, non-profit organization that matches businesses, philanthropy, higher education and community groups with government schools to help lift student achievement had been a hit with her students. “There has been a bit of a detachment between schools and business practice. We’re working in collaboration with Leongatha Secondary College(LSC),” she said. Melissa said the project had not only put her students in contact with business contacts at the dairy co-operative, but also at LSC. “It gets the students out and about and looking at real industry. This really adds another dynamic to teaching for me. This is a maths-based, science-based project that gets the kids looking at different facets within a workplace and how we can actually tie them in,” she said. “We broke the project in to two different strands. It’s on the farm project, where we actually did an onsite visit to a local farm and looked at management issues, from animal husbandry all the way to farm practice in general. I’ve got them to apply a practical based situation in the lab. Groups are looking at various topics of interest, including soil compaction, growing seedlings, fertiliser applications, and others that “tie in their science skills and on-farm management”. This Friday the students will visit the MG factory in Leongatha. “This is a potential employer for some of our students. Why not try and keep the local kids in the local area? It’s a really good opportunity for my Year 10 students to get involved and see what goes on,” she said.
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Loving it: Mirboo North Secondary College Year 10 students are lapping up their science lessons thanks to a partnership with Murray Goulburn. Pictured here are some of those involved in the ‘Paddock to Plate’ project. Back, from left, are Kyle Alexander, Mason Lardner and Kayne O’Connell; front, from left, Anne Marshall, Katie Smith and Jordan Moro.
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Since the start: Gina Cowling and Bev Mustchin from Outtrim with Meredith Freeman from Kardella on the Grow Lightly and Prom Country Flowers stand.
Market regular: Lena Giuliani from Thorpdale has been bringing her fresh produce to the Koonwarra Farmers’ Market for around seven years.
She’s apples: Mark and Margaret Brammar from Strzelecki Heritage Apples have been attending the Koonwarra market as stall holders for around seven years with their fruit.
Many more markets to come THE Koonwarra Farmers’ Market celebrated its 150th consecutive event on Saturday at Koonwarra Memorial Park. Market manager Rod Faudell said producers at Koonwarra had dedicated themselves to bringing the freshest and best tasting produce to the region for the past 13 years. “There are some fantastic local artisans that have been here for five, 10, 13 years, and will make sure every purchase is just perfect. You can procure items for gifts as well,” Mr Faudell said. “The market’s producers prefer the
simplicity, immediacy, transparency and independence of selling direct to consumers. Farmers and growers relish the opportunity to develop this special relationship with their customers and cultivate consumer loyalty.” Mr Faudell said eating locally and seasonally is good for both you and the environment, but keeping track of what to buy, where it comes from and how to get it can be confusing. “Shopping at Koonwarra’s Farmers’ Market, with its diversity and high quality, is the easiest way to ensure what food you’re buying is local, seasonal and fresh,” he said.
Gippsland screened nationwide GIPPSLAND starred on national television when Channel 10’s The Project featured a story on ‘Gippsland is Precious’, a new documentary which chronicles the increasing resistance to coal and coal seam gas mining industries encroaching on Gippsland’s agricultural areas on Sunday night. The documentary features Australian farmers whose lives and industries have been heavily impacted by the activities of coal and coal seam gas companies and will have its Gippsland premiere on Friday May 10 at the Old Drouin Butter Factory Theatre. The film was also premiered in Melbourne last week along with a solidarity campaign by concerned city activists from Friends of the Earth, part
of the growing wave of concern in the big smoke about the contentious mining issue. Friends of the Earth activist Jessie Gartlan said the documentary was “heart rending but it was absolutely necessary that people see what is happening to food producers across the country, and how metropolitan residents can support them.” The campaign arose as people in Gippsland became more vocal and organised in their opposition to the expansion of coal and coal seam gas industries in Victoria. “Coal and invasive gas mining industries have destroyed communities in Queensland and New South Wales. Communities in Gippsland understand this and are aware that the exploration licences over their properties pose the same threat. The emerging resistance
here is undeniable,” she said. “We want farmers and rural communities to know they have our support in standing up against the expansion of destructive coal and coal seam gas industries that are threatening their well-being, their ability to produce Victoria’s food supply, and their way of life,” she said. The Melbourne campaigners added that stopping these industries was in their own best interests too. “Coal Seam Gas and Coal mine expansion doesn’t just affect rural communities”, said Quit Coal member Madeleine Egan. “Gippsland produces 23 per cent of Australia’s milk, milk we drink every day in the city. So much of our beef, potatoes and other produce come from areas directly threatened. Strzelecki farmer Ray Boys took the train down to Melbourne to attend the premiere. “It’s so good to see so many people from the city interested in the issue. We need help from people in the city to stop these industries before they wreck it all. You can’t eat coal seam gas.” Gippsland is Precious will have its local premiere at the Old Drouin Butter Factory Theatre, 1 Main South Road, Drouin on May 10 at 7pm. Entry is by gold coin donation.
From student to teacher TWO university students are making another step from pupil to teacher at Korumburra Primary School. Deakin University students Justin Baido and Rachael McGrath are both taking on student teacher roles at the school over a couple of weeks as part of their course. Rachael grew up in Leongatha and is in her third year of her primary teaching degree. “I’ve been taking a couple of classes with my Grade 3 class,” she said. “They are so beautiful,” she said. This is not Rachael’s first time in the classroom, after doing a stint at a Melbourne primary school last year. “It’s much better here in a country town,” she said. “I’m not too sure where I would like to work once I qualify though, I’ll have to wait and see.” She said the kids are really nice. “They are all sweet kids,” Rachael said.
“Some are really smart and switched on too.” Justin, who did his primary schooling at Korumburra, likes the experience. “I only have to do five days this semester but it has been good,” he said. He is studying secondary teaching but the course allows him to see what a primary school classroom is like. “I think because I am studying secondary teaching they have put me with the grade sixes.” Coming back to his primary school as a teacher was an odd experience for Justin. “It’s a little bit weird but they are all very welcoming,” he said. “Some of the teachers are still here but I got used to it pretty quickly.”
Inverloch goes bananas Mental health WHEN Chris Childs on the way
WONTHAGGI will be the next Gippsland town to receive support from mental health organisation Barrier Breakers. They are a volunteer run organisation based in Traralgon who also have a chapter in Sale who strive to bring supportive accommodation for those suffering a mental illness. Derek Amos, the charity organisation’s chief executive officer, told The Star that a chapter is set to start in Wonthaggi. “What we will do this year is concentrate on establishing a chapter of the organisation there and getting some on ground survey work undertaken,” he said. “We’ve got the base studies done so we are ready to put it into effect but we need some bums on seats. “We are looking for a committee like we have in Sale.” Mr Amos said after a recent visit to South Gippsland it’s just a matter of getting a person to act as a coordinator for the chapter. “As it turns out down there in the Wonthaggi and Leongatha region you have a huge shortage of supportive accommodation for people suffering with a mental illness,” he said.
“For a start this chapter will give us a presence directly in that area so it will help us know what the needs are in respect to the allocations of resources. “This will also provide a direct link to advocacy for government funding for the area.” There will be no office for Barrier Breakers but the chapter will provide people in that area with more direct involvement from the organisation. “This will give us the ability to put a more definite figure on the actual shortage of accommodation for people with a mental illness in that region,” Mr Amos said. S u p p o r t i v e accommodation is set to start construction in Traralgon soon, which people in the Bass Coast and South Gippsland area could access. “We are constructing six units in Trarlagon which will start in September as a pilot program,” Mr Amos said. “After that on our priority list is Wonthaggi, Sale and East Gippsland. “With a presence all over Gippsland we can accurately determine where that next project needs to be.” If you would like to be involved with the Barrier Breakers committee in Wonthaggi call Derek Amos on 0428 397 706.
planted a banana tree in the front yard of her Inverloch home, she never dreamed it would produce any golden fruit. But now, nearly 18 months later, a bunch of bananas is busily ripening on the tree. “It was only about 40 centimetres high when I planted it. I knew what it
was, but I didn’t think it would ever flower,” Chris said. “I have never seen bananas actually growing on a tree and I certainly never thought I would see it in Inverloch.” Apparently once bananas emerge from the flower, they can take several months to ripen, so Chris still has a bit of a wait before she can enjoy the fruit.
Going bananas: Chris Childs is surprised her banana tree is producing fruit in the less than tropical conditions of Inverloch.
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Youngsters strive LAST Tuesday the region’s best young athletes battled it out at the Leongatha velodrome oval in the regional athletics carnival. There were more than a few thrills and spills as competitors fought to go higher, longer and stronger.
Leongatha’s finest: the boys from the Leongatha Primary School - Jack Yates, Nathan Harris, Tim Boler and Jack Hume - are a tight knit bunch. Winning Wildcats: the Under 14 Wildcat Boys took out the Foster Basketball Tournament. They are, back from left, Trent Kelly, Bailey Patterson, Jordan Grabham, Mitch Bentveltzen, Travis Whiteside, Tyson Hanegraaf, front, Karen Hanegraaf (team manager), Nick McKenzie, Jesse O’Leary, Jack Stockdale, Chris Master and Scott McKenzie (coach).
Wildcat boys win at Foster KORUMBURRA Wildcats took three teams to the Annual Foster Invitational Basketball Tournament on Sunday and came home winners. The Under 12 Wildcat Boys made it into the semi-finals going down to Leongatha by nine points. The Under 12 Girls showed great team spirit and improved after each game under the guidance of coach Cheryl Nicholas.
Highlight of the tournament were the Under 14 Wildcat Boys who came home with a great result winning the grand final against Leongatha 45 - 35. The boys had a very busy day playing five games of basketball, with many players also managing to fit in a game of football in between. The brand of basketball was the best the team had played this season. The first game was against Leongatha (2) which the Wildcats won
convincingly 82 to 8. Game 2 was against Meeniyan which the Wildcats again won comfortably 70 to 7. Game 3 was against Warragul (2) was tougher but the Wildcats played well to win 67 to 28. Game 4 was a semi final and our toughest game against Warragul 1 which we won 41 to 25. The grand final was at the Foster Stadium where the Wildcats defeated Leongatha (1) 45 to 35.
Arresting company: Leongatha police’s Constable Nathan Grist and Senior Constable Rohan Michael with Mirboo North Primary School’s Jasmine Brand, Sienna Falkingham and Chloe Maxwell.
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
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Absolutely flying: Inverloch Kongwak Primary School’s Kye Benson showed great form in the 11 year old boys’ hurdles event.
High ambitions: Leongatha Primary School Jesse Burns shows his class in the 9 and Under boys’ high jump.
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Stars’ tough battle at Trafalgar AFTER a morale boosting win last week against a strong Morwell side, South Coast Stars faced an even tougher challenge this week, travelling to Trafalgar to take on another preseason favourite.
Trafalgar was looking to score another big home victory and it looked like they would get their wish when they had the ball in the net almost immediately. The Stars were caught napping at the kick off and the Victory passed their way through the midfield into the penalty box before their striker was brought down. It was an obvious penalty and the home side didn’t turn down the gift of an early goal. Shellshocked, the Stars knuckled down and gradually adapted their game to the wide open spaces of the Trafalgar pitch. Tim Gilbert in the heart of the Stars’ defence marshalled the troops from the back and the Stars’ midfield began to find their passing range. The game became a midfield tussle with both teams battling to control possession. The next goal could have gone either way but the breakthrough came from the Stars and it came from a most unlikely source; an exchange of passes down the right flank left defender Colin Waring with space on the wing and he whipped in a swirling cross which the goalie could
only prod weakly away straight into the path of Stars forward San Oo who gratefully stroked the ball home. One all at half time and the visitors were right back in it. Victory came out looking determined in the second half and they doubled their efforts in trying to thread the ball through the midfield. Some of the passing was very impressive and they were pushing numbers forward quickly on the break. One such move through the centre saw them with numbers up front and they managed to elude the desperate defence to slot the ball home and regain the lead. The Stars did not give up and once again a long period of the game saw neither side take control. It was enjoyable to see two teams keeping the ball on the ground always looking for the smart pass and rarely resorting to long ball soccer. The Stars have an abundance of attacking talent and they finally came up with an excellent equaliser. San Oo used his pace and skill to elude the Victory defence and slotted home his second goal of the game. Both sides had further chances and Victory began to gain the upper hand in the midfield exchanges but it was beginning to look like the Stars would hold on for the draw. A moment of magic from Victory saw a long, long shot just elude the excellent Tomasi in the Stars goal and the home side was back in front with not long left on the clock.
In the last minutes of the game South Coast piled forward and claimed two successive corners. They came agonisingly close to poaching an equaliser after a goal mouth melee, but instead the Victory broke in numbers and claimed a fourth goal with virtually the last kick of the game. Trafalgar would be pleased to have claimed their second win of the season and will be difficult to beat on their home turf. The Stars can be pleased that they matched the home side for most of the game and could so easily have claimed a draw. It doesn’t get any easier for the Stars when they face league leaders Phillip Island next week.
Women Trafalgar women’s team played a great match at their enviable home ground against South Coast Stars women’s team under fine conditions. In the first half, both teams seemed equally matched, despite the Stars being a player down due to some unfortunate early season injuries. Strong play by Traf’s strikers made it past the Stars’ excellent defence, with defender Jenny Leyba taking some hard knocks. Despite some good saves by goalkeeper Gabby Harris, by half time, the score was in Traf’s favour, 2-0. The second half saw Trafalgar romp home with another three goals, their fine footwork easing past a clearly flagging South Coast Team.
In action: a young Korumburra player gets one over his shoulder in his team’s clash with Leongatha on Sunday.
• Under 16s
City takes down Knights THE Leongatha Knights were put under pressure early when they took on Korumburra’s experienced squad. Korumburra were applying pressure out wide and through the middle of the park, the Knights defence and midfield defended hard to limit shots on goal from Korumburra.
When Korumburra finally did score, the Knights from the restart worked the ball up the wing then cut inside Korumburra’s defence for a shot on goal that found the solid hands of Korumburra’s keeper. In the second half Leongatha held their own while Korumburra played most of the football, result-
• Seniors
Korumburra falls to Morwell KORUMBURRA made their first trip to Morwell to play Morwell Pegasus. Korumburra started the game well, playing with control and as a team they went into the half time break up 1-0. After the break Pegasus came out full of determination and spirit and hit back quickly with devastating effect. Korumburra’s defence was under great pressure and Pegasus was well on top through the mid field. Morwell ran out the game to be too strong, winning 4-1.
ing in a second goal for the visitors. Leongatha found some form late and pressed Korumburra in their own half to set a goal of their own and looked to push for a draw, however Korumburra made some late changes from their bench and pushed two more past Leongatha’s keeper late, to win 4-1.
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Leongatha tramples Prom Coast
CHILLY conditions greeted a large crowd of parents and friends as Leongatha took on Prom Coast.
A strong Knights team used all of the skills they have developed at training to play an excellent passing and attacking game. An excellent cross by captain Javier resulted in a Jarrod Ross goal and Leongatha took the early lead. A hand ball by Prom Coast resulted in a penalty attempt by Hayleigh Bashaw who just missed wide. Prom Coast keeper was kept incredibly busy in the first half but fought hard and made many excellent saves under pressure. A number of throw-ins saw a huge number of turnovers on both teams but the Knights kept the attacking pressure on despite stronger defence by Prom Coast. Newcomer Kate Abbey had several opportunities on goal but was unable to find the back of the net. With five individual goal kickers Leongatha was able to secure another high scoring win.
Leongatha’s new black belts THIS week Alex Bradley and Craig Casbolt where presented with their first Dan black belt and black belt certificate from the world taekwondo federation head office in Korea. On the rise: the Leongatha Parrots Under 14s were far too good for an undermanned Morwell Tigers on the weekend. With the Tigers having less than 18 players available, many Parrots played for both sides, including Zac Caughey, who is pictured here attempting to smother a kick by Leongatha big man Trent Westaway. Photo courtesy of Pete Marshman.
Leongatha Junior FC scoreboard Under 10s
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Leongatha 6.4.40 def Morwell 0.0.0 Goal kickers: N. Hanily 2, M. McGrath 2, H. Kewming 2, J. Wrigley , M. McGannon Best Players: M. McGrath, N. Fixter, A. Law, Z. Scholz, M. McGannon, B. Hanrahan.
Leongatha 10.0.60 def Morwell 0.1.1. Goal kickers: C. Krohn 3, K. Casbolt 2, J. Ryan 2, J. Lamers 2, R. Pattison , E. Clark, T. Boler , B. Cantwell , L. Stothart , J. McDonald Best Players: B. Cantwell, J. Ryan, R. Pattison, A. Ballagh, C. Krohn, M. Bentvelzen.
Under 11s Leongatha 1.1.7 lt Corner Inlet 7.2.44. Goal kickers: D. Sturtevant Best Players: R. Patterson, A. Ritchie, J. Byrnes, C. Michael, A. Mancarella, D. Sturtevant.
Under 13s Leongatha 0.2.2 lt Corner Inlet 10.9.69. Best Players: R. Gray, D. Clark, S. Benra, M.
Black belts: Craig Casbolt and Alex Bradley.
Scrimshaw, D. Mancarella, C. Pollard.
Under 14s Leongatha 13.2.80 def Morwell 3.2.20. Goal kickers: J. Boler 2, M. McKinnon 2, T. Bernaldo 2, T. Westaway 2, J. Dunn 2, Z. Caughey , M. Harry , C. Alexander , J. Ballagh , N. Trotto , N. Battersby , B. Ryan , J. Geary Best Players: J. Ball, M. McKinnon, R. Baudinette, J. Ballagh, B. Ryan, M. Harry.
Top work: Master Joon congratulates Connor and Hamish McQuarrie on receiving their medals.
In December Alex and Craig graded for their black belts and where successful. Both of them put in months of training, hard work and dedication. As part of their testing the pair had to demonstrate Korean terminology, self defence, a series of board breaking, sparring/fighting. Formwork, which is a pattern made up of 25+ steps of different taekwondo defence moves, as well as some other techniques. Senior instructor Jackie Smith said: “This grading is a very involved process in which you have to be very dedicated and have 100 per cent discipline for the martial art.” “Alex and Craig did an amazing job and are very deserving of their new belt. I am very proud of them both.” The club has also had success in a Melbourne competition. Connor McQuarrie and Hamish McQuarrie both competed for a title in their divisions. Successfully Connor (age 11, blue belts) came home with a Bronze medal while Hamish (senior yellow belts 16+) came home with a Silver medal. Medals where presented by Master Joon, 8th degree black belt.
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Gatha girls: Evelyn Indian (sponsor) with Faye le Page, Helen Helms-Boyle, Jan Trease and Dot Christie,Meeniyan Golf Club winners of Leongatha Golf Club’s Ambrose Shield.
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A FOUR person ambrose event was held on Saturday sponsored by Aygee. The winning team with a net score of 54 and 7/8 was Andrew, Bill and Will Howson and Antony Gedye. NTP and Pro Pin on the 14th were taken out by Trevor Rickard whilst Glen Marshall was closest on 16. NTP for the ladies on the 16th was won by Barb Fleming. Balls DTL went down to 59 ½ and were won by K. Wardle, B. Hutton, T. McCarthy, R. Findlay, C. Leaver, P. Hartigan, M. Leaver, T. Moss, B. Attwood, N. Johnson, M. Williams, R Williams, G. Marsham, P. Rayson, R. Wilson, E. Verster, J. Fedderson, N. Lafferty, P. Stivic and J. King. On Tuesday Bert Borg (28) took out the Par event with a very good score of 3 up. Chris Leaver took out NTP on the 16th and Geoff McDonald on the 14th. Balls DTL went to M. Wrigley, G. Sharrock, M. Street, C. Leaver, G. McDonald, J. Renwick, P. Lewis-Hughes, A. Edney and P. Waters. Thursday was also a Par event and Rob Bride (8) was successful in A Grade with 1 up and Hugh Goodmann (25) won B Grade with one down. NTP: Neil McKenzie on 14 and Kevin Castwood on 16. Balls were won by I. Murchie, N. Cairns, R. Burton, P. Walsh, C. Leaver, J. Arnott, M. Stubbs, J. Lowell, Jill Kenneally, I. Watson and K. Gardner. The D Division Pennant side had an exciting day. Needing to win 6 and 1 to make the finals they achieved this after a nail biting win by Ben Ferair who took his match to the 21st hole to complete the necessary 6/1 victory. A great effort and good luck for the finals.
Leongatha Ladies
WINTER conditions prevailed on Wednesday for the running of the Anne and Bruce Gibson American Foursomes board event. From an original field of 48, only half completed the event. All competitors were playing on 3/8 of their combined handicaps, good for some, not so good for many. The winners, with 31 points, were Rebecca Thomas and new player, Sue Woods. Sue has had a handicap for only three weeks: not many new players win a board event in their first year, let alone in their first month. Runners-up were mother and daughter combination, Dot Stubbs and Di Williams, with a score of 28. Down the line balls were won by Di Miller and Kit Boag (Life Member and 93 years of age on her next birthday!) with 27 points.
Kit was congratulated by the President Jocelyn Howson for completing the event. Other down the line balls were awarded to Wendy Parker and Carol Sowden 25 points, Maxine Eabry and Trish Owen 24, Jill Steer and Faye Quilford 23, Bev Martin and Pat West 22 and Julie Howard and Barb Miller (another promising new member) 21 points (on a count back). Dot Stubbs was closest to the flag on the 14th green and Anne Blundy on the 16th. Our sponsor of this event, Anne Gibson, was presented with the newly struck honour board and a surprise afternoon tea to celebrate a significant birthday. Hannah Martin won the 9 hole competition with 18 points. Friday Players from all Gippsland districts and some metropolitan clubs competed in the annual Ambrose Shield event, generously sponsored by long time member, Evelyn Indian. Club captain, Toni West is to be congratulated for so capably organising a capacity field of 108 players. Faye le Page, Jan Trease, Dot Christie and Helen HelmsBoyle from Meeniyan Golf Club were the eventual winners with a score of 71/60 2/8. Meeniyan have won this event five times since the inception of the event. Runners up, from Traralgon Golf Club, were Marg Wylie, Irene Boyes, Carmel Longshaw and Pat Coles with a score of 72/ 61 1/8. Third place went to one of the Leongatha teams, Dot Stubbs, Maxine Eabry Wendy Parker and Fay Quilford with a score of 70/62. Foster Golf Club was awarded a prize for ‘hardest workers’. This team asked not to be named! Down the line balls: Meeniyan - Marilyn Mc Geary, Jan Roberts, Veronica Park and Nereda Scholte 62 1/8, Foster - Beth Curram, Francis Mc Glead, Joy O’Sullivan, Val Soderlund 64, Leongatha – Loris Clark, Sue Woods, Kerry Hogan and Jill Steer 65 ¾, Traralgon – Julie Payne, Anne Bland, Denise Bennett and Carol Baker 66 1/8, Wonthaggi – Irene Walsh, Marg O’Halloran, Di Grimmond and Jackie Loughran 66 3/8, Korumburra – Norrie Little, Joan Peters, Beryl Brown and Betty Thomson 66 ½ , Wonthaggi – Geraldine Prentice, Marg Ryan, Maree Anderson Leonie Bentick 66 6/8. Nearest the pins: 7th Marg Wylie, 14th Joan Peters, 16th Jeanette Swann
Woorayl OUR stableford event was sponsored by Alex Scott and Staff. In A Grade Dean Dwyer
prevailed with 42 points over Paul Challis. B Grade was won by Gavin Blew with 39 points from Bo Fiek and C Grade went to Don Perrett with 33 points from George Misson. Balls went to M. Grist, Danny Dwyer, W. Turner, T. Burgess, J. Hickey, C. Hall, B. Beilby and P. Wallace. Nearest the pins to Andrew Newton (our sponsor) and Graeme Calder. Paul Challis eagled the second hold. The ladies event went to Ann Poole. Our Thursday stableford was won by Mick Herrald with 39 points, with a ball going to Bo Fiek. Next Saturday we will hold a four-person ambrose. It is an open event and beginners are welcome. The day will be sponsored by Hay’s Jewellers.
Woorayl ladies EVEN though last Wednesday saw the first wet ladies golf day for quite a while, 23 ladies braved the elements to contest the monthly medal. A Grade winner was Pauline Lancaster, 80 net. B Grade and medal winner was Inge Giliam with 68 net (Inge played a different course than the rest of the field). Balls down the line went to Heather Sullivan, Sue Wakefield, Sue Symmons, Jenny Riseley and Anne Grist. Nearest the pin on the 8th was Chris Perrett. On the 11th was Pauline Lancaster. On the 17th was Chris Perrett. Next week is the second round of the Tony McLeod Memorial Stableford Aggregate, 36 hole event sponsored by Mushroom Craft.
Meeniyan Tuesday April 30, 14 players enjoyed the sunshine. Winner: John Hyett 33. Balls down the line: Ian Warman 30, Winston Reilly 30, Jim Cusack 29 on a countback. Nearest the pin: Col Stewart. Best nine: Fred Stalker. Thursday May 2, saw a field of 54 players entered into our farm Traders day. This was a nine hole event and the sun was shining. Winners were Scott Browne, Kieran Brown, Steve Sinclair, Wayne Roberts with a combined score of 26. Runner-up: Bob McGeary, Graham Roberts, Dave Thomson, Col Stewart. Busiest Team: Helen Helms-Boyle, Rob Boyle, Jennie Martin, Marg Roe. Going home with a large smile and wallet was Bill Pratt who chose the correct square for Wills Whack and won $300. Thanks to all who sponsored the day and also those who worked hard to make it happen. Saturday May 4, Medal day and 1st round of Champi-
onships saw 30 players take the field. A Grade winner of Medal Day was Breet McKnight 75 net from brother Ryan McKnight 77 net. B Grade star was Lloyd Redpath 76 from Jim Cusack 77. Putts went to Graeme Truckie Hughes 29. Pro Pin was won by Brett McKnight. Balls down the line: G. Hoskin 78, P. Johnson 78, R. Hannay 78, T. Miller 79, J. Sinclair 80. Sponsors were David and Denise. Members Draw Jackpots again due to M. Darmanin being absent. Please check notice board in clubrooms for future events. Saturday May 11, Stony Creek Football Netball club is holding a trivia night, all welcome. Saturday May 18, we are having a championship dinner. Saturday June 22, Goods and Service Auction, mark your calendars.
Meeniyan ladies ON Wednesday May 1 25 ladies played off in very wet conditions for the 1st round of the club championships, the Lorraine Eddy Knockout competition and the monthly medal. The monthly medal and Section 1 winner was Faye Le Page with a marvellous score of 74. Section 2 was Nereda Scholte with 80. Section 3 was Helen Helms Boyle with 77. Best 9 Was Heather Poletti with 38. Putting Dot Christie with 27. Down the line Irene Holm 79, Dot Christie 81, Andrea Thorson 81, Jan Roberts 83, Jenny Cope 83.
Meeniyan medal winner: Faye Le Page.
Korumburra ladies WE had a taste of winter last Wednesday, with a very wet day for the second round of our championships. This was also a stroke and putting competition for the May Monthly Medal, and we appreciate the support of the House of Golf in Pakenham for sponsoring the trophies on
Club champ: Leongatha Golf Club 2013 Men’s Championship concluded recently with Jeremy Westaway (right) taking out honours. Here men’s Captain Kevin Castwood (left) presents him with the Club Championship trophy. the day. Division 1 (0-21) was won by Marg Young 100 (20) 80 net. As this was the best score of the day, Marg is our May Monthly Medallist. Runner-up was Heather Grist 102 (19) 83 net, on a count back from Norrie Little (17). Jan Hewitt was the winner in Division 2 (22-39), with a score of 105(22) 83 net. Close behind was Betty Thomson 108 (24) 84 net, on a count back from Virginia Wagner (30). Division 3 (40-45) played stableford and the winner was Jean White (42) with 33 pts and the runner-up was Lyn Perks (41) with 27 pts. Scratch score winner was Lee Clements with 94 gross and Norrie Little had the least putts with 32. Lee Clements was nearest the pin on the 1st and 7th holes and Kathleen Bronsema on the 13th. Balls down the line went to Norrie Little with 83 net, and Virginia Wagner, Lee Clements and Marg Clasby, all with 84 net. After two rounds of the championships, the leaders are as follows: A Grade (0-19) Lee Clements, B Grade (20-24) - Marg Young, C Grade (25-39) - Corrie George and D Grade (40 -45) - Lyn Perks. There have been changes to the plans for this week’s golf. Your Style Store, in Korumburra, is kindly sponsoring the trophies, which will be held over two days, rather than one. On Wednesday, May 8, there is a stableford competition and also the third round of D Grade championships. There are earlier starting times, so check in the foyer or phone Lee to check on your time. Non D Graders, who are playing, will hit off the 10th tee. The third and final round of A, B and C Grade championships will be a stroke competition and will be played on Thursday, May 9. This will be the same time sheet as Wednesday and other golfers can play if they wish, but will hit off the 10th tee. The dinner for the conclusion of pennant and championships will now be on Thursday, rather than Wednesday night. There is only one more match to complete our pennant rounds. Section 2 were pleased to have a 4/1 win when playing Wonthaggi (2) at Foster and will play Woorayl at Phillip Island next Monday. Section 3 went down to Meeniyan at Meeniyan, 5/0, and play Lang Lang at Lang Lang in the final game. Pennant is a great opportunity to meet fellow golfers, compete in a match-play game
and visit some of our neighbouring courses. Some of our members have experienced their first taste of pennant this year and it would be great to have more participate next year. Last Friday, a team travelled to Leongatha Golf Club to play in a four person Ambrose event. Well done to the girls, who managed a ball down the line and Joan Peters won a nearest the pin. Eight girls played in the RB Stroke and Putting competition on Saturday. Marg Clasby won with 93(19)74 net and Lee Clements was the runner-up as well as the Scratch Score winner with 88(11)77net. Marg Clasby was the only one to score a nearest the pin, which was on the 1st green and Betty Thomson won the putting with 28 putts. The golf club members farewell our past member and long time supporter, Peg Fitzgerald. Peg was a lovely lady, who, along with her niece, Kath Davidson (nee Motton) generously sponsored our Moulton Memorial Day after Shiela and Ted’s passing, quite some time ago. Our thoughts are with Peg’s family.
Winner: Marg Young won the May Monthly Medal at Korumburra.
Korumburra May 4 THERE were 51 players for the stroke monthly medal competition, sponsored by Andrew Brocklebank. Goyne (handicap): T. Brodericks 65 net. Parry (scratch): P. Hopkins countback 76. Junior (5 hcp): T. Marotti 71 net. A Grade (10 hcp): S. Hislop 71 net on countback P. Hopkins 71, T. Marotti 71, T. Herbert 71, N. Perks 72, J. Solly 73. B Grade (30 hcp): T. Fredericks 65 net, P. Hornibrook 67, A. Twite 71, M. Belvedere 71, R. Jurawitch (Drouin) 71, R. Blay 72, A. Tyers (Drouin) 73, B. Perks 73. Putting: A Grade N. Perks 25, B Grade M. Belvedere 23. Nearest the pin: 1st L. Pon-
ton, 7th L. Quilfoyle, 10th M. Deleeuw, 13th N. Perks. NAGA: T. Pearl 85 net. Tuesday’s winner was Don Hislop 37 pts, Thursday was C. Clements 34 pts.
Foster
AMAZING to reach this late stage with so little rain and the fairways are running fast and the greens are good – perfect for great scoring. Tuesday veteran Fred Tyers (11) edged out Neville Thompson on a countback – both had 37 points. Greg Paine (16) got the other ball DTL. NTP was Thommo too. Thurs May 2nd: John Stone (22) had a win with 38 points,p with balls DTL to Greg Dean (12) and David Hutchinson (10) both on 36 points, and Neville Thompson (8) on 35 points. NTP was Kevin Witheridge. Friday the old chook bandit Geoff Nott (31) was back and got the chicken with 17 points. DTL balls went to Leigh Roberts on 16 points and Kevinp Flett on 14 points. Ross MacK-b enzie was NTP. Saturday was Medal day for trophies from Don and Sheron Cripps. Phil Nightingall returned to form after a long period in the wilderness to take the medal with 89-19-70. A Grade was won by the consistent Norm Cooper with 79-8-71. DTL balls went to Kevin Flett 77-5-72, David Hutchinson 83-10-73, Owen Kindellan 91-18-73, Steve Reid 84-9-75, Robert Fulton 86-11-75 and Neil Chandler 92-17-75. The scratch trophies went to Kevin Flett with 77 and Phil Nightingall with 89. Putting was won by Neville Thompson with 26 putts. NTPs were Pat McKay (2 holes), David Hutchinson, Norm Cooper and Gary Clavarino. The encouragement award went to John Mathers with 87 net. Ladies – Jocelyn Towns won with 76 net and also took NTP. DTL was Val Gow. Pennant Division 2 played Wonthaggi at Foster and won 5/2. Winners were Jim Freemanp 3/2, Noel Black 6/5, Paul Robertson 5/4, Steve Reid 3/2 and Greg Cox on the 19th, while losers were Pat McKay 1 down and Norm Cooper 1 down. The other results fell our way and we have made the final , and we should be hard to beat. The final is on Sunday, May 19. Division 3 played Phillip Island at Woorayl and won 4/3. The highlight of the day
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thestar.com.au Great day: over 50 players gathered at Meeniyan Golf Course for the Farm Traders Day event.
Farm traders get golfing THURSDAY saw 54 players join in the Meeniyan Golf Club’s annual Farm Traders Day, the event was a nine hole four person ambrose. The day was just perfect with the beautiful autumn colours splashed around the course that was in great condition after the recent rain. Thank you to David Thompson and the greens committee. Our very generous sponsors for the day were Brown Wigg Meeniyan, Gallagher
was the 10/8 loss by Trevor Jones. Trevor has generously offered to caddy for the players in the final but has had no takers as yet. Winners were Cam Downing 2 up, Colin Pulham 1 up, Kane Esler 7/6 and Brett Heywood 4/3. Other losers were David Knee 4/2 and Andrew Naylor 2 down. It was a disappointing year for Division 3. Foster Plate this weekend so please organise your teams of four and put in your team entries for this big day, played for great trophies provided by Drummonds Golf. Mathew Pulham was not present to collect the $500 for the members draw. You need to be in the clubhouse between 7 – 8 pm to be eligible to win.
Mirboo North ladies Wednesday, April 24 Mirboo North Follies stableford multiplication (guest day) was played which was sponsored by Sandy Taylor. The winners were Jeanne St Ellen and Nereda 75 pts, runners-up Mary Beruldsen and Toni Buxton 67 pts. Down the line: Sue Traill and Carmel Trembath 66 pts. Nearest the pin: 6th Joyce Dyke, 16th Tracey Higginbottom. A big thank you to Sandy Taylor for all the hard work in organising the day and generous sponsorship of this annual event.
Wednesday, May 1 The winner of the monthly medal, Randall Shield round three was Joyce Dyke 100-3070 net. Down the line - Barb Stimson 97-19-78 net. Putting: Joyce Dyke 28 putts. NTA 6th Joyce Dyke. Nearest the pin: 4th Sandra Hughes, 16th Maree Thompson. Birdie 13th Lynne Winderlich.
Mirboo North
On Thursday, May 2 a stableford competition was played and the day winner was Jeff Hughes (16) 39 pts. Down the line: Col James 39 pts (Woorayl), Noel Fox 38 pts, Tony Tomada 37 pts. On Saturday, May 4 a monthly medal (stroke) competition was played. A Grade and medal winner was Garry Shandley (13) 74 net countback, B Grade Richie Robbins (15) 74 net. Down the line: Dave Woodall 74 net, Tom Whitelaw 75 net, Sashi Nair 76 net, Steve Bickerton 76 net, Joe Kus 76 net countback. 2nd shot nearest the pin 1st
Animal Management, Jurox Animal Health, Robo Bank and Meeniyan Stockfeeds. The winners for the nine hole scratch were Irene Holm Lloyd Redpath, Simon Sullivan and Michael Wright with 34. Handicap winners Scott Browne, Kieran Brown, Steve Sinclair and Wayne Roberts with 26 net handicap runners up went to Garry Shandley Terry Shandley, Hanke Zuidema and Max Fletcher with 27 net, the busiest players went to Robert Boyle Helen Helms Boyle, Marg Roe and Jennie Martin. The nearest the pins
were 8th Lloyd Redpath, 11TH Truckie Hughes and the 14th Janine Bullock. To wind up the day we held “Wills Wack” which was Will Bullock hitting golf balls up to an area where there were 50 numbered squares set out. There was a lot of advice coming from the crowd as Will tried to land five golf balls in the set area. The winner of this event was Bill Pratt with the second and third place squares not sold, Janine Bullock came 4th and Jacko Thorson was 5th. Thank you to everyone who came along and enjoyed the day.
hole: Joe Taylor. Nearest the pin: 4th Dave Woodall, 6th Ian Evison, 13th Richie Robbins, 16th Terry Donnison. Ladies winner was Jess Clark (26) 36 pts.
Gippsland veteran golfers annual challenge competition against the cohorts of East Gippsland. I was at low ebb before dawn muttering darkly as I managed to trip over my electric razor; aging gracefully is an art I haven’t mastered. Later as we journeyed eastwards from Phillip Island spirits rose with the sun; truly Gippsland is a beautiful place to be when the weather is fine. The Yarram course was in great condition and was a pleasure to play on for the 85 players who came to enjoy a perfect day for golf. At the end of the day the 53 South Gippsland men mingled with the 32 from East Gippsland and a good time was had by all. The overall winner was South Gippsland and Phillip Island’s Tom Mallaghan with 41 points while his club mate Don Chapman came second with 38. East Gippsland had two players who finished with 38 points. The day’s honours went to East Gippsland who regained the Father Time trophy with an average score of 30.84 points compared with South Gippsland’s 29.46. The day was fine, the course and hospitality magnificent and transport provided by Mallaghan-Jacobson Limousines. The next event for South Gippsland is the 2 ball Ambrose at Korumburra on Thursday, May 16. It is a shotgun start, you need to book by ringing 5655 1616 or emailing jrslittle@bigpond.com. Written by Don Chapman.
South Gippsland pennant golf Round 7 results Division 1 (at Lang Lang): Phillip Island 4 d Leongatha 3, Woorayl 4 d Wonthaggi 3, Meeniyan 4 d Korumburra 3, Lang Lang - bye. Division 2 (at Foster): Foster 5 d Wonthaggi 2, Lang Lang 6 d Phillip Island 1, Leongatha 4 d Aussie Golf 3. Division 3 (at Woorayl): Korumburra 4 d Leongatha 3, Foster 4 d Phillip Island 3, Lang Lang 4 d Wonthaggi 3, Woorayl - bye. Division 4 (at Leongatha): Leongatha 6 d Woorayl 1, Welshpool 6 d Aussie Golf 1, Meeniyan 5 d Lang Lang 2, Wonthaggi 4 d Korumburra 3.
Ladders Division 1 Lang Lang ...................6 Meeniyan .....................4 Woorayl .......................4 Wonthaggi ...................3 Phillip Island ...............3 Korumburra ..................1 Leongatha .....................0 Division 2 Lang Lang ...................4 Foster ...........................3 Aussie Golf ..................3 Wonthaggi ...................2 Leongatha .....................2 Phillip Island ................1 Division 3 Wonthaggi ...................5 Lang Lang ...................5 Phillip Island...............3 Foster ...........................2 Woorayl ........................2 Leongatha .....................2 Korumburra ..................2 Division 4 Wonthaggi ...................6 Leongatha....................5 Woorayl .......................5 Korumburra ...............3 Welshpool .....................3 Lang Lang ....................3 Meeniyan ......................2 Aussie Golf...................1
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55.22 50.51 49.56 51.64 48.86 49.12 45.13
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51.55 53.88 52.37 50.56 51.30 49.94 49.35 40.32
Pennant finals venues May 19 at Korumburra Division 1: Lang Lang v Meeniyan, 1st tee 9am. Division 2: Lang Lang v Foster, 1st tee 9.45am. Division 3: Wonthaggi v Lang Lang, 10th tee 9am. Division 4: Wonthaggi v Leongatha, 10th tee 9.45am. Note: Meals will be available at cost to the individual.
South Gippsland Veterans MONDAY, April 29, dawned bright and sunny, I can vouch for that as I was up before sunrise. This was to ensure I arrived at Yarram in good time for the start of the annual South
Wonthaggi ladies WET, wet, wet was our day last week when 27 ladies went out for a final tune up before the Championships start this week. Hats off to the eight intrepid stoic girls who actually completed the 18 holes while the rest of us went home for a hot shower and thoughts of upgrading wet weather gear! Di Grimmond (15) 34 points and Jan Jeeves (18) 31 points were clever girls and awarded winner and runner up vouchers Irene Walsh was the NTP on the 17th BDL D Grimmond 34, Jan Jeeves 31, D Miller 29, A Tschiderer 24, G Prentice 24, M Ryan 23, L Bentick 21 (in fact all the girls who finished deserved a BDL) Jan Jeeves managed a birdie and a reduced handicap to 17, also Di Grimmond reduced her handicap to 14, what a great effort. Good luck to everyone for the next three weeks of our ladies club championships.
Buffalo indoor A GOOD friendly night of bowling at Buffalo, with 17 bowlers ready for an enjoyable evening. It was good to have Pam Thompson join us and she soon got into the swing of it again. Six teams were selected. Two teams managed to win their three games but overall the results were close as ends were scored by all teams. Winners were Alex Thompson (s), Joyce Occhipinti and Michelle Douglas (WWW) 14 ends, second Ian Benson (s), Toni Heldens and Dudley Harrison (WWW) 13 ends, next Rod McConchie (s), Carolyn Benson and Kevin Robinson (WWL) 12 ends, fourth Bill Wolswinkel (s) and Joe Occhipinti (LLW) 11 ends, fifth Andrew Hanks (s), Graeme Tobias and Mary Tumino (LLL) 11 ends, and sixth Charlie Tumino (s), Glenys Pilkington and Pam Thompson (LLL) 10 ends. Best 1st game Rod 14-4, 2nd Ian 8-4, 3rd Alexd 10-4. A cuppa and chat ended an enjoyable evening. Congratulations and best wishes to Peter Heldens on the big ‘80’ birthday this week - well done and many more to come. Social bowls Wednesday 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall.
Mardan indoor THIS week started on Tuesday night with the Pennant Competition kicking off. Mardan Purple went to Fish Creek and Mardan Gold to Korumburra. Purple had a night of unexpected competition from their hosts and had the points taken away on several occasions with the last bowl of the end, this resulted in Fish Creek taking out the game by five points. In the other game Gold had a pretty close game against Korumburra White – 2012 champions, who just kept them at bay with a few points separating them throughout the game which was levelled at several times during the night and with three ends to go and the game level Mardan took the next two ends to have a four point lead, on the final end Korumburra hit back to finish with two more points which was just not enough to take out the game, giving Mardan Gold a win by two shots. Next week will see us playing against each other at home. In the social bowls we had 15 players and welcomed back Brian and Vonny Kilpin for the first time this year. Three teams of four and a team of three did battle for honours tonight.
One player was so keen to show they had still got it that they were so accurate the kitty was hit three times in three bowls and went off twice in the first two ends a show that was well received by the opposition. It looked as if there would be time for a quick cuppa between games! However the player settled down and went on to contribute well in the game with the same level of skill but keeping the kitty in play. The rest of the night saw some tight games and was fairly well contested over the two 10 end games, making the final result come down to ends won as can be seen from the results below. Next week is a very busy week with bowling on three nights: Tuesday the Pennant game at home, Wednesday club singles will commence and Thursday we host Wonthaggi at Dumbalk for the annual get together. The results for this week were as follows: Runners up with a win, a draw 10 ends were Bev Greenwood, Coral Gray, Russell Grady and Vito Serafino (skip). Winners with a win, a draw and 13 ends were Ray Saunders, Brian Kilpin and Cliff Smith (skip).
Thanks to all those who came out to play and we look forward to seeing those who couldn’t make it soon.
SGIBBA pennant
IN the first round of the 2013 pennant competition both 2012 grand finalists were beaten.
Results Mardan Gold 22 d Korumburra White 20, Korumburra Blue 33 d Dumbalk Green 9, Fish Creek Red 24 d Mardan Purple 21, Foster Black 34 d Buffalo Yellow 16.
Ladder Korumburra Blue ...............+24 Foster Black .........................+18 Fish Creek Red ......................+3 Mardan Gold .........................+2 Korumburra White ...................-2 Mardan Purple..........................-3 Buffalo Yellow .......................-18 Dumbalk Green ......................-24
4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0
Next week’s games: Mardan Gold v Mardan Purple, Korumburra White v Korumburra Blue, Foster Black v Dumbalk Green, Buffalo Yellow v Fish Creek Red.
Gippsland turns Power on By Bryan Mitchell
THE Loy Yang B Gippsland Power took a step forward against the highly improved Western Jets. The Power had Ben Kearns back from his time with Casey in the VFL and Troy Toussaint made his TAC Cup debut. Captain, Josh Cashman, played his first of three games for Casey Scorpians against VFL powerhouse Port Melbourne. In front of a big crowd and in ideal footy conditions, the Power were dominant early and Declan Keilty and Josh Scott combined to open the scoring. Some good forward pressure by Alex Saunders resulted in a free kick and he found Jake Thomas for another major. Clever ball use by Nate Paredes allowed Lachie Channing to crumb well off the pack for another before some quick, long and direct use of the ball by Liam Nash and Ed Morris found Saunders for the fourth goal in the opening ten minutes of the quarter. The Jets hit back well on the rebound for two • SHOOTING
South Gippsland Field and Game FANTASTIC to see the
strength and continual support that has bestowed the south Gippsland field and game over recent months, thanks to the crew from the Latrobe Valley. Over 95 competitors took part in last Sundays 50 target monthly shoot in perfect conditions. It is common knowledge that we have perhaps the strongest junior participation in the region, it’s a facet of the club that we strongly encourage because they are the future of this fantastic sport where safety and professional guidance in paramount. We have a come and try day in September but in you would like to learn more about this sport you can call 0419 596 447. Results AA W Leishout 40 D
fence and Scott was on the end of the positive play to register his fourth for the match. As if on cue the Jets scored yet another on the rebound but the Power finally sealed the result with a stunning mark by Leongatha’s Paul Pattison who then kicked a great goal on the angle. Final scores; Loy Yang B Gippsland Power 18 goals 11 behinds 119 points defeated the Western Jets 16 goals 13 behinds 109 points. Mirboo North’s Liam Nash was an important midfielder as well as being a critical defender when the pressure was the greatest. He soundly beat his opponents one on one but also took many timely marks and then used the ball intelligently to put others in good position to set up play. Fellow defender Leongatha Aaron Heppell was another to rise to the occasion magnificently in the heat of the battle and made the right decision in most situations. His hardness at the ball and ability to apply tough tackles meant that he was able to easily account for his opponents.
vital goals but some better ball use allowed Thomas to kick his second and the Channing set up Scott for another late in the term. By the first break, the Power led by twenty four points and seemingly had the Jets under control. Ominously the Jets were able to easily exploit poor ball use by the Power and they had two goals on the rebound. Some classy play by Nathan Dennison allowed Scott to give the Power a vital goal but the Jets exploited indifferent defence to reduce the margin to seventeen points by the long break. Power coach Nick Stevens let go with a very rare negative burst to draw the boys attention to what was required to uphold the side’s game plan and they appeared to respond positively when Alex Carr found Ben Kearns who snapped a fine goal. The Jets then had two quick goals after pitiful manning up by the Power and Carr had to pull off a freakish snap form the Pocket to restore the status quo. Instead of being inspired by his great play, the Power then allowed the Jets to seize the initiative and they had three
unanswered goals as gift from the Power due to an inability or unwillingness to be accountable for their opponents. Some intelligent long disposal by Paredes allowed Scott to stop the rot but the Jets had another soft goal form the resulting centre bounce. It took some more great ball use by Nash, Carr and Kearns to allow Carr to finish it off with an important goal but the Power again gave away two more goals with woeful manning up on the rebound. By the start of the final term the Jets had a nine point lead and, tellingly, seemed prepared to work a lot harder than the Power. A clever snap by Morris was followed by another by Saunders and it appeared that the Power had finally realised that the Jets needed to be shown a lot more respect. However, this wasn’t the case and the Jets took further advantage of poor manning up. Some great vision and ball use by Saunders gave Morris his second for the term and then Alex Saunders did it again to find Ben Thomas for a fine goal. The Jets hit back again with another easy goal but the Power then used the ball well from de-
Smith 38 R Hill 37 A R D Evans 43 C Gray 43 T Reid 39 B D Barrett B Grylls C Grylls C T Smallnam 39 D Gardner 38 J Leishout 37 Vets G Whykes 40 G Hart 34 J Robbins 33 Junior D Rodrigues 38 A Thompson 38 K Pentland 38 Ladies B Tangey 40 B Polato 32 K Lancaster 31
A draw the highlight
Korumburra volleyball Results Round 10 A Grade: Golliwogs d Warriors (2:1) 25:12, 25:19, 19:25. Bugs d Giants (2:0) 25:17, 27:25, 17:18. Pirates d Champions (3:0) 25:16, 25:21, 25:12. B Grade: Panthers d M.G. Holy Cows (3:0) 25:18, 25:12, 25:22. Chargers d Shark Bait (2:1) 25:20, 25:12, 18:21. HELP d Misfits (2:1) 25:21, 21:25, 19:12.
THE highlight of round two in Leongatha Badminton was undoubtedly a thrilling draw between two of the top teams this season. Dollar easily accounted for Yen, of interest a year ago Jason Richards went down with a shocking Achilles injury against Steve Johnson. Twelve months later these two men meet again, this time Steve went down with an ankle injury. Let’s hope Steve recovers quickly and can resume the whole season. Marc recorded a convincing win over a lacklustre Franc side. Chris Holt and young Connor Krohn too good all night, winning their sets with ease for Marc. Only Frank Dekker showed any form for his side, winning all his sets. The Rupee team pulled off a top of the ladder performance, defeating the lowly placed Euro side by 18 points. Rupee seem early flag favourites due to the depth of the team. Ian Cole, Tracey Ryan and Gary McGrath all very solid. Roger Callister was the star for Euro,
he just needs more support.
Results
Rupee 6/103 d Euro 2/85, Dollar 6/114 d Yen 3/82, Marc 5/90 d Franc 3/68, Shilling 4/90 drew Pound 4/90.
Ladder Round 2 Rupee .......................................... 16 Dollar .......................................... 15 Shilling ........................................ 12 Pound ...........................................11 Marc............................................. 10 Yen ................................................. 8 Euro ............................................... 7 Franc .............................................. 7
Calling all Auskickers
YOUNG boys and girls who want to get into footy this is your chance. Meeniyan Auskick is calling all young footballers to come and work on their skills. It is set to start on Tuesday, May 14 at 3.40pm at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve. Call coordinator Tim Bright on 5663 4230 if you have any questions but if not he’ll see you next Tuesday at the oval.
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Gippsland netball Results - Round 4
Reach!: Tayla Delaney and Holly Monaghan go for the high ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@ www.fourcornersframing.biz
Looking for options: Yarram and Phillip Island had a hard fought game on the courts as well as the football field.
• Leongatha Parrots Netball
Power and Parrots duel
A Grade: Leongatha 55 d Wonthaggi 45 Awards: Zoe Altmann (Evans Petroleum) and Meg Rosser (Body First) Auction: Meg Rosser What a game girls! A slow start with a great second quarter helped the girls take the lead. Good working of the ball down the court. Congratulations to the defenders with excellent pressure over every pass. Great win girls. B Grade: Leongatha 70 d Wonthaggi 37 Awards: Abby Dowd (Henriettas) and Rachel O’Loughlin (Excessorise) Auction: Mel Hughes Great win for the girls, strong defence all through the court. Every player showed strong determination throughout the team. Encouragement and support led the girls to a win. C Grade: Leongatha 27 lost to Wonthaggi 36 Awards: Ruth Crawford
(Body First) and Carlie McNamara (Voyage Fitness) Auction: Crista Davies Disappointing loss on the home court. Some good passages of play which shows out team trainings are starting to come together. We need to play four solid strong quarters to win and let’s train hard and come out fresh and fighting for next week. Under 17s: Leongatha 38 lost to Wonthaggi 46 Awards: Aimee O’Loughlin (Network Video) and Bridget Argento (SportsFirst) The girls started the game with determination and played the entire match showing this. They continually fought hard, never gave up and worked together as ‘a team.’ It was an exciting game to watch and the girls should be proud of the way they played. The last quarter saw Wonthaggi increase their lead and come away with the win, but great
LDNA umpires
LDNA netball Saturday, May 4
11/Under: Mirboo North Purple 19 d Town Tangerine 4, St Laurence Maroon 8 d Mt Eccles Pink 7, St Laurence Gold 13 d Mt Eccles White 2, Meeniyan & Dist 4 d Mt Eccles Aqua 2, Mirboo North Gold 18 d Town Black 3, Mirboo North White 11 d Mt Eccles Purple 4. 13/Under: Mirboo North Purple 30 d Town Tangerine 15, Town Black 15 d Mt Eccles Purple 3, Mirboo North Gold 34 d Mt Eccles Pink 4, St Laurence 11 d Mt Eccles Aqua 8. 15/Under: St Laurence Gold 22 d Mt Eccles White 20, Mirboo North 26 d Mt Eccles Navy 18, St Laurence Blue 26 d Town Tangerine 16. C Grade: Meeniyan & Dist Yellow 46 d Town Black 19, Mirboo North Purple 48 d St Laurence 25, Meeniyan & Dist Blue 48 d Town Tangerine 16. B Grade: Town Black 50 d Town Green 31, Mt Eccles White 34 d Mt Eccles Navy 33. A Grade: Town 61 d Mt Eccles Navy 22, St Laurence 55 d Mt Eccles White 31.
Ladders 13/U Mirboo North Gold .....850.00 Town Black ..................287.50 Mirboo Nth Purple......187.10 St Laurence ..................176.92 Mt Eccles Purple ...........125.00 Meeniyan & Dist .............57.14 Mt Eccles Aqua ...............68.42 Town Tangerine...............38.46 Mt Eccles Pink ................19.57 15/U Town Black ..................250.00 Mirboo North ..............144.44 Mt Eccles Navy ............120.00 St Laurence Blue ...........94.44 St Laurence Gold ............70.45 Town Tangerine...............61.54 Mt Eccles White ..............79.17 C Grade Meen & Dist Blue ........300.00 Mirboo Nth Gold .........195.65 Meen & Dist Yellow.....161.22 Mirboo Nth Purple......134.48 St Laurence .....................88.46 Town Black .....................46.15 Town Tangerine...............28.99 B Grade Town Black ..................177.19 Town Green....................95.89 Mt Eccles White ............71.43 Mt Eccles Navy ..............76.71 A Grade St Laurence ..................159.32 Town .............................145.90 Mt Eccles Navy ..............62.24 Mt Eccles White ............72.34
game girls. Under 15s: Leongatha 17 lost to Wonthaggi 66 Awards: Kristy O’Loughlin (Evans Petroleum) and Philippa Littlejohn (RSL) Although the superstars had a convincing loss they all played fabulously and took the court to the extreme with their big smiles. They fought until the last whistle. Good work ladies. A big shout out to the umpires for an honest game. Under 13s: Leongatha 9 lost to Wonthaggi 29 Awards: Simone Dekker (Bakers Delight) and Charli Fixter (Evans Petroleum) Great game girls! Excellent work down both ends. You came with great enthusiasm. Some great passages of play down the court. Everyone put up a great fight. Although we lost no one ever gave up. Let’s train hard this week ready for next week.
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A Grade: Morwell 51 d Bairnsdale 41, Sale 48 d Warragul 18, Leongatha 55 d Wonthaggi 45, Moe 41 d Traralgon 40, Drouin v Maffra - not supplied. B Grade: Drouin 39 drew Maffra 39, Morwell 57 d Bairnsdale 15, Sale 52 d Warragul 24, Leongatha 70 d Wonthaggi 37, Traralgon 58 d Moe 50. C Grade: Drouin 45 d Maffra 24, Morwell 39 d Bairnsdale 28, Sale 32 d Warragul 17, Wonthaggi 36 d Leongatha 27, Traralgon 62 d Moe 15. 17 & Under: Maffra 47 d Drouin 17, Bairnsdale 43 d Morwell 12, Sale 61 d Warragul 18, Wonthaggi 46 d Leongatha 39, Traralgon 47 d Moe 33. 15 & Under: Maffra 28 d Drouin 27, Bairnsdale 32 d Morwell 5, Sale 56 d Warragul 14, Wonthaggi 66 d Leongatha 17, Traral-
gon 52 d Moe 16. 13 & Under: Maffra 43 d Drouin 21, Bairnsdale 44 d Morwell 3, Sale 30 d Warragul 9, Wonthaggi 29 d Leongatha 9, Traralgon 46 d Moe 3.
Ladders A Grade Sale .............................166.15 Morwell ......................137.06 Leongatha ..................102.72 Drouin ........................149.53 Traralgon ...................100.00 Moe ...............................89.78 Bairnsdale .....................91.72 Maffra............................89.66 Wonthaggi .....................84.16 Warragul ........................44.26 B Grade Morwell ......................254.64 Leongatha ..................229.66 Traralgon ...................184.00 Drouin ........................133.63 Maffra ........................ 110.32 Sale................................77.60 Moe ...............................62.18 Wonthaggi .....................51.98 Warragul ........................47.77 Bairnsdale .....................44.19 C Grade Morwell ......................191.58 Traralgon ...................201.06 Drouin ........................ 191.11 Bairnsdale .................. 113.91 Wonthaggi .................. 113.49
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Leongatha......................98.35 Maffra............................86.82 Sale................................82.81 Moe ...............................35.15 Warragul ........................31.32 17 & Under Traralgon ...................204.65 Maffra ........................170.71 Sale .............................186.81 Bairnsdale ..................165.85 Wonthaggi ..................125.45 Moe ...............................95.21 Drouin ...........................85.14 Morwell .........................44.30 Leongatha......................61.71 Warragul ........................32.06 15 & Under Sale .............................230.38 Maffra ........................156.25 Traralgon ...................198.80 Bairnsdale ..................155.22 Wonthaggi ..................147.96 Drouin .........................109.43 Moe ...............................71.09 Warragul ........................51.70 Leongatha......................37.95 Morwell .........................27.48 13 & Under Sale .............................295.00 Bairnsdale ..................283.78 Traralgon ...................271.43 Maffra ........................195.45 Wonthaggi ...................141.67 Drouin .........................130.14 Moe ...............................37.07 Warragul ........................28.33 Morwell .........................26.23 Leongatha......................25.58
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Alberton netball Results - Round 6 May 4 A Grade: Phillip Island 67 d Yarram 22, Foster 71 d Kilcunda-Bass 18, Fish Creek 75 d Toora 25, Korumburra-Bena 92 d DWWWW 10, Stony Creek 77 d Tarwin 21, Dalyston 74 d Inverloch-Kongwak 24. B Grade: Dalyston 53 d Inverloch-Kongwak 24, Fish Creek 48 d Toora 24, Foster 78 d Kilcunda-Bass 18, Korumburra-Bena 41 d DWWWW 35, Phillip Island 88 d Yarram 11, Tarwin 49 d Stony Creek 27. C Grade: Dalyston 46 d Inverloch-Kongwak 42, Toora 39 d Fish Creek 34, Kilcunda-Bass not played, Foster not played, Korumburra-Bena 52 d DWWWW 12, Tarwin 38 d Stony Creek 32. 17 & Under: Dalyston 47 d Inverloch-Kongwak 44, Fish Creek 34 d Toora 17, Foster 43 d Kilcunda-
Bass 5, Korumburra-Bena 34 d DWWWW 19, Phillip Island 31 d Yarram 17, Stony Creek 41 d Tarwin 23. 15 & Under: Dalyston 26 d Inverloch-Kongwak 23, Fish Creek 41 d Toora 6, Kilcunda-Bass 36 d Foster 19, KorumburraBena d DWWWW 6, Phillip Island 28 d Yarram 25, Stony Creek 12 d Tarwin 7. 13 & Under: Fish Creek 37 d Toora 8, Dalyston 21 d InverlochKongwak 14, Foster 38 d Kilcunda-Bass 2, Korumburra-Bena 20 d DWWWW 8, Phillip Island 30 d Yarram 4, Tarwin 12 d Stony Creek 0.
Ladders A Grade Dalyston .....................379.00 Kor-Bena ....................314.42 Foster..........................189.68 Stony Creek ...............291.59 Phillip Island..............164.89 Yarram .........................76.17 Fish Creek ...................187.34
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Inv-Kongwak ................96.23 Tarwin ...........................60.70 MDU .............................59.56 Toora .............................44.02 Kil-Bass.........................19.31 DWWWW.....................13.68 B Grade Foster.......................... 211.49 Dalyston .....................199.26 Phillip Island..............182.07 Kor-Bena ....................133.33 Tarwin ........................132.48 Yarram .........................68.75 DWWWW...................109.32 Fish Creek ...................102.03 Stony Creek...................90.82 MDU .............................69.63 Toora .............................54.64 Inv-Kongwak ................49.12 Kil-Bass.........................48.23 C Grade Kor-Bena ....................323.64 Stony Creek ...............160.98 Dalyston .....................144.19 Inv-Kongwak ............. 115.03 Tarwin ........................102.58 Toora ..........................124.78 Fish Creek .....................98.65 Phillip Island .................94.41 Foster.............................77.46 Yarram .............................0.00 MDU .............................64.37 Kil-Bass.........................60.00 DWWWW.....................39.88 17 & Under Stony Creek ...............359.68 Dalyston .....................218.49 Foster..........................175.79 Inv-Kongwak .............122.91
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Kor-Bena ....................150.94 Fish Creek ..................121.54 Yarram .........................101.52 Tarwin ...........................94.44 Phillip Island .................90.80 MDU .............................48.32 DWWWW.....................55.94 Toora .............................40.71 Kil-Bass.........................22.74 15 & Under Phillip Island..............214.94 Fish Creek ..................251.92 Kor-Bena ....................168.57 Yarram .......................162.50 Kil-Bass ......................151.69 Dalyston .....................138.30 Foster...........................142.86 Inv-Kongwak ..............168.27 Stony Creek...................45.79 MDU ...........................100.00 Toora .............................26.98 Tarwin ...........................12.43 DWWWW.......................6.63 13 & Under Dalyston .....................332.56 Foster..........................332.56 Inv-Kongwak .............229.69 Phillip Island..............323.53 MDU ...........................235.71 Kor-Bena ....................180.43 Yarram ...........................79.81 Fish Creek ...................131.43 Kil-Bass.........................60.37 Tarwin ...........................25.68 Stony Creek...................24.06 DWWWW.....................17.65 Toora .............................17.02
May 4 11am: Jessica Foreman, Elly Egan, Sophie Clarke, Janie Gordon, Madison Wight, Gemma Pruin, Melissa Beardsworth, Kayla Beardsworth, Erin Baudinette, Julie Grant. 12 noon: Phil Smith, Janice Hill, Julie Grant, Di Brew, Nadine Smith, Janice Sing, Narelle Hanily, Jamie Gourlay, Anna Patterson, Amy Smith. 1pm: Pat Kuhne, Lori McKenzie, Karen Clarke, Danielle Jones, Janice Hill, Janice Sing, Phil Smith, Emalie Gordon, Anna Patterson, Barb Challis, Sue Ritchie. 2.15pm: Pat Kuhne, Brittany Tennyenhuis, Tracey Miles, Robyn Kenny, Erin Baudinette, Kerri Bentvelzen, Angelique Dunlevie, Emma Smith. Beginner umpire training commences this Wednesday, May 8 from 5.30 to 6.30pm at the clubrooms. Any queries phone Julie Grant 0407 076 425.
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In front: Stoitse and Flanders go for the ball on Saturday. Photo credit Mal Heywood.
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Mid Gippsland League SENIORS LADDER
Mirboo North ........ 176.34 Boolarra ................ 166.28 Trafalgar ............... 122.13 Newborough ......... 132.11 Hill End ................... 87.89 Yinnar .................... 102.16 Morwell East .......... 101.84 Thorpdale ................ 74.31 Yarragon .................. 62.72 Yall-Yall North .......... 51.98
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RESERVES LADDER
Newborough ......... 208.64 Yinnar ................... 348.62 Boolarra ................ 184.35 Thorpdale ............... 78.57 Mirboo North ........ 128.11 Trafalgar ................... 93.12 Hill End .................... 86.11 Morwell East ............ 79.77 Yarragon .................. 60.92 Yall-Yall North .......... 26.88
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THIRDS LADDER
Thorpdale ............. 225.74 Yarragon ............... 831.03 Newborough ......... 191.03 Yinnar ................... 190.09 Mirboo North ........ 223.79 Trafalgar ................... 88.70 Yall-Yall North .......... 78.62 Boolarra ................... 33.41 Hill End .................... 19.53 Morwell East ............ 19.04
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Yinnar ................. 2760.00 Yarragon ............... 852.00 Newborough ......... 189.58 Mirboo North ........ 142.86 Yall-Yall North....... 110.40 Thorpdale ................ 84.30 Morwell East ............ 27.12 Trafalgar ................... 18.85 Hill End ...................... 9.62
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Tigers take Vin Kallady Trophy By Rover A POWERFUL sixgoal last-quarter surge allowed Mirboo North to defeat Yinnar by 36 points at Tigerland and retain the coveted Vin Kallady Memorial Trophy for another year. Kallady, 24, who played for both clubs, was killed in a road accident in 1976. Each team was well below full strength, with
several key players missing through injury and unavailability. The mighty Tigers maintain top spot on the Mid Gippsland ladder, with four wins from their five matches and now host second-placed Boolarra in a blockbuster on annual Pink Day for womens’ cancer, this Saturday. Fearless Yinnar warhorse, Jamie Winters, scored the first goal of the game after holding a tidy mark in front of the pack. Star full-forward, Tim Traill and Kallum Nash, soon replied with suc-
SENIORS Mirboo North 14.11.95 d Yinnar 9.5.59
THIRDS Yinnar 11.11.77 d Mirboo North 9.7.61
Mirboo North goals: T. Traill 4, M. Holland 3, K. Nash 2, J. Salinger 1, D. Banks 1, D. Turner 1, J. Blair 1, J. Taylor 1. Mirboo North best: M. Holland, S. Fragiacomo, D. Gardener, D. Taylor, J. Nash, T. Traill. Yinnar goals: J. Swift 5, J. Winters 1, M. Dyke 1, J. Bowe 1, M. Nardino 1. Yinnar best: J. Swift, J. Embry, J. Dowling, L. Clarke, M. Dyke, B. Chapman.
Yinnar goals: J. Maggs 3, J. McGrath 2, G. Olver 2, J. Berryman-Lambert 1, T. Hillier 1, C. Alexander 1, J. Albanese 1. Yinnar best: E. Suares, T. Hillier, J. McGrath, B. Hoskin, R. Van Rooy, J. Hinde. Mirboo North goals: S. Pratt 4, P. Hinkley 2, M. Clark 1, R. Oddy 1, M. Hinkley 1. Mirboo North best: B. Richards, G. Mihai, M. Hinkley, J. Redmond, S. Pratt, L. Smit.
RESERVES Yinnar 8.11.59 d Mirboo North 3.9.27
FOURTHS Yinnar 15.11.101 d Mirboo North 0.2.2
Yinnar goals: R. Webb 2, D. Yates 2, M. Webb 1, J. Shea 1, M. Rennie 1, R. Pollock-Williams 1. Yinnar best: S. Leahy, M. Webb, D. Giles, R. Pollock-Williams, D. Young, D. Nardino. Mirboo North goals: B. Van Heurck 1, P. Taylor 1, J. McDuffie 1. Mirboo North best: D. Gunn, J. Alexander, J. O’Keefe, S. Littlejohn, P. Taylor, L. Gervasi.
Yinnar goals: M. Lardner 3, T. Hillier 3, M. Renwick 3, H. Kerr 2, K. Alexander 2, S. Famularo 1, P. McGrath 1. Yinnar best: R. Hogarth, M. Lardner, H. Kerr, L. Monacella, T. Hillier, M. Renwick. Mirboo North goals: Nil. Mirboo North best: Z. Porter, T. Bolton, P. Hinkley, W. Graeme, B. Edmondson, R. Oddy.
cessive majors to settle Mirboo North down, after some panicky handballs and shaky kicks had missed their targets. Some ill-advised backchat from an undisciplined Mirboo North defender, gifted Joshua Swift with the first of his five goals for the Magpies, courtesy of a 50-metre penalty. Two more goals to the Tigers gave them a handy 17-point lead at quartertime that the Magpies reduced to 16 points by the long break. Quick-fire goals from speedy skipper Damien Turner on the run, and Traill from a set shot extended Mirboo North’s advantage to 23 points early in the third term and gave the Tigers some breathing space on the scoreboard. The Tigers’ compatible, balanced and flexible structures were standing up well under Yinnar’s pressurised scrutiny. With Simon Fragiacomo, Drew Gardener, Josh Taylor, Daniel Taylor, and Alex Windsor building a wall with solid teamwork in the back half, Mirboo North’s defence appeared impregnable. Add to the mix Jacob Nash, Turner and Matt Holland’s energised contributions through the midfield and the Tigers appeared focused, in control
and ready to keep the train moving. However, using determination and adventure, Yinnar hung in there and with Jayden Embry, James Dowling, Lee Clarke, Matt Dyke and Brendan Chapman regularly getting their hands on the Sherrin, the Pies’ inside-50 count began to mount. Inexplicably, the Tigers took their foot off the pedal, stopped communicating with each other, allowed Yinnar some uncontested marks and fell for the three-card-trick of questioning the authority of the umpire’s whistle. A double 50-metre penalty from separate indiscretions saw two-metreplus ruckman, Jesse Bowe, score from the goal-line, after Brian Waters had been caught in possession of the footy on a back flank. Then Swift was pushed in the back and goaled from the free kick and Matthew Nardino marked unattended and slammed another major home. That brought the Magpies to within 12 points at threequarter time. Mirboo North swung versatile Jacob Nash into the ruck for the final term and the results were positive and immediate. So dominant were the Tigers’ runners from Nash’s taps, the ball bare-
ly crossed into Yinnar’s forward line for 15 minutes. A continual barrage of forward forays placed Yinnar’s fatigued defenders under stress, as a fast-flowing stream of successive goals from Traill, Dale Banks, Traill again, Holland twice and Kallum Nash, put the contest to bed. Swift added a couple of goals during time-on to be easily Yinnar’s best player, but by that stage the coop was empty and the Magpies were gone for all money. In the end, the stats sheet showed the Tigers had scooted away nicely when it counted, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement.
SENIORS Boolarra 15.11.101 d Morwell East 10.8.68 Boolarra goals: T. Perczyk 5, D. Wilson 2, J. Giardina 2, R. Jennings 2, S. Boddy 1, C. Riseley 1, S. Mazou 1, K. Foley 1. Boolarra best: M. Van Dyke, D. Metcalf, K. Towt, M. O’Sullivan, J. Emery, T. Perczyk. Morwell East goals: S. Barnes 3, L. Towns 3, B. Gibson 1, D. Field 1, P. Henry 1, B. Evans 1. Morwell East best: M. Brown, E. Semmler, L. Towns, S. Barnes, H. Aarons, B. Evans.
RESERVES Boolarra 11.10.76 d Morwell East 5.5.35 Boolarra goals: S. Cooper 2, M. Carnes 1, T. Bye 1, D. O’Neill 1, A. Fievez 1, R. Beamish 1, C. Sykes 1, J. Kelly 1, T. Cooper 1, T. Holley 1.
OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Newborough 15.17.107 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 6.5.41 Traralgar 21.12.138 d Thorpdale 12.7.79 Hill End 12.7.79 d Yarragon 11.10.76 RESERVES Newborough 24.11.155 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 3.4.22 Trafalgar 15.16.106 d Thorpdale 2.5.17 Hill End 9.16.70 d Yarragon 2.5.17 THIRDS Newborough 14.12.96 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 4.2.26 Thorpdale 11.16.82 d Trafalgar 8.8.56 Yarragon 37.20.242 d Hill end 0.1.1 FOURTHS Newborough 8.2.50 d Yallourn-Yall Nth 3.5.23 Thorpdale 7.9.51 d Trafalgar 5.3.33 Yarragon 20.13.133 d Hill End 1.1.7
Boolarra best: S. Buglisi, A. Fievez, C. Sykes, A. Burgess, T. Holley, S. Richards. Morwell East goals: G. Greenwood 2, H. Hardy 1, K. Bloomfield 1, A. Evans 1. Morwell East best: L. Thornton, G. Greenwood, A. Hooten, J. Pollutro, J. Ross, J. Cook.
THIRDS Boolarra 12.9.81 d Morwell East 5.10.40 Boolarra goals: J. Dudek 3, B. McColl 3, A. Salerno 2, D. Brick 2, P. Thomas 1, J. Anderson 1. Boolarra best: D. Brick, L. Lewis, J. Battersby, P. Thomas, M. Dodds, A. Sauppe. Morwell East goals: N. Nikodemski 3, D. Brand 2. Morwell East best: B. Semmler, C. Cowen, J. Francis, D. Brand, J. Pickett, B. Mayberry.
Kangaroos jump over Toora
With the sad passing of long time Fish Creek office bearer John Lea, Fish Creek had plenty to play for. The game was under way after both the Senior and Reserves sides observed a minute’s silence and it was Toora who had the first score on the board for the day, a rushed behind before the Kangas took their turn with Cooper hitting up Sperling with a brilliant pass. He kicked truly to put the first goal on the scoreboard. The Kangas piled on three quick ones, Ireland two in his 100th senior game and one to Shaw who was matched up on Cat Grant on a wing, with neither man paying much attention to his opponent. Young big man Scammell was marking everything up forward for Toora and kicked their only goal for the quarter, but it was Fish Creek that led into the
first break by six goals. The second quarter started as a scrappy affair, with rolling mauls and tight contests. Fish Creek’s Cooper was racking up the kicks and slotted his first goal of the day after some poor kicking for goal early by the Kangas brought bad memories of the week before. Toora small man Harris was in and under a lot of packs and was working extremely hard to lift the Magpies. Cat Grant was able to run onto a ball on the wing and he kicked a big goal from 65-70m to give the Magpies their second goal for the match. Toora coach Mills had plenty of ball and was urging his team forward and trying to keep them in the contest. The heavens opened up and slippery conditions made for lots of contests and ball ups; half time and it was Fishy by 52 points. With the second half underway and with the ground drying out again after some earlier showers it was Fishy on the
scoreboard first. Six points was the result and the goal kicking yips from the week before had reappeared. A turnover 25m out from goal resulted in a goal to Fish Creek’s Shaw and it was the Kangas by 10 goals. Young Jake Buckland kicked a beauty, a snap from the boundary 45m out and the Kangaroos were well on top of Toora. Mills climbed high for a specky and combining with Haddad who was getting a bit of the ball, a goal resulted for Grylls. First gamer Ethan Park showed great poise and looked good when he had the ball, his vision set up a goal for Sperling. Jake Staley was the best forward on the ground and he added a couple more goals before the final change and at the last break Fishy were in front by 84 points. The last quarter started with another goal to Fish Creek’s Staley. This was followed by another moments later to Shaw and it looked like the flood gates were about to open. However a moment of
Fish Creek 23.16.154 Toora & District 7.2.44 Fish Creek Goals: J. Staley 6, J. Buckland 3, J. Shaw 3, S. Sperling 3, A. Ireland 3, A. Bright 1, L. Pratt 1, T. Manne 1, L. Park 1, B. Cooper 1 Toora & District Goals: P. Grant 2, H. Hanratty 1, M. Haddad 1, T. Kirwan 1, B. Scammell 1, J. Mills 1 Fish Creek Best: B. Cooper, A. Ireland, J. Staley, L. Park, S. Sperling, J. Rouda Toora & District Best: A. Garlick, P. Grant, B. Scammell, M. Harris, J. Mills, T. Christopher
RESERVES Fish Creek 12.24.96 Toora & District 1.3.9
Cat Grant: this Magpie knows how to fly, with this being one of two big grabs when his side faced up against Fish Creek.
Leading Goalkickers: D. Britton 2, M. Watkins 2, C. Kuhnell 2 (F) FC Best: C. Hudd, M. Watkins, S. O’Shannassy, D. McKenzie, R. Staley, D. Britton
madness gave a free kick and 50m to Kirwin for Toora and a goal resulted to the Pies. Fishy weren’t going to take the foot off the pedal though, and a big strong mark by youngster Jake Buckland resulted in the answering goal for Fishy, his second for the match. A couple of goals to Toora to Haddad and Grant, who was clearly the best for Toora before Fishy finished with the last four goals of the match to get the win by 110 points. The Toora boys had a real go and the scoreboard at the end didn’t give them the credit they deserved. Fishy still had some problems with their goal kicking and after starting very well in front of goals they got the yips a bit later in the match, particularly in the third term when they started the quarter with six straight points, all getable goals, before registering their first goal of the quarter. Fish Creek heads down to Meeniyan next week to take on the Demons while the Magpies have a real chance at a win when they head up the road to take on the Allies.
Finding space: Chad Macri gets out into an open area for Fish Creek.
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THIRDS Fish Creek 11.9.75 Toora & District 3.4.22
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Leading Goalkicker: T. Shanahan 4 (F) FC Best: J. O’Sullivan, T. Shanahan, K. Jacobson, J. Flanders, R. McGannon, K. Byers Too Best: N. Nicholls, K. Holmes, S. Argento, L. Brabant, B. Doran, R. Rawson
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FOURTHS Fish Creek 18.13.121 Toora & District 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: B. Rogers 7 (F) FC Best: B. Rogers, J. Stefani, J. Francis, T. Price, L. Howard, R. Pridham Too Best: C. Hilder, R. Brett, K. Morgan, C. Jenkin Brown, C. Edwards, J. Platt
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Bulldogs, Demons all tied up IT was the match up of the round, but a tied game on the final siren left everyone wanting more for Phillip Island and Yarram.
Perfect footy weather greeted the two teams, but Yarram seemed to use the conditions better, dominating the Island in the first quarter. Yarram kicked away early, bagging two early goals and they were in control of all the stoppages around the ground which made it hard for the Island to get their hands on the footy. Jaymie Youle got the Island’s first goal eight minutes into the quarter to keep the Island in touch, but Yarram were still in control of the match, kicking two more for the quarter to take a 23 point lead into the first break. The Island started their fight back and it happened straight away through skipper Scott Riordan, as he bagged his first for the match two minutes in to the second quarter. A bit of scrappy footy was then played out, with no team managing to take any advantage. The Island had a
Phillip Island 8.14.62 Yarram 8.14.62
Yarram 2.0.12
Phillip Island Goals: W. McConnon 2, C. McConnon 1, J. Youle 1, S. Riordan 1, S. Taylor 1, M. Price 1, S. Murdoch 1 Yarram Goals: G. Underwood 2, L. Jenkins 1, B. Chapman 1, D. Clavarino 1, C. Bruns 1, L. Le Blanc 1, C. Sutherland 1 Phillip Island Best: M. Price, J. Taylor, J. Youle, E. Richards, C. McPhillips, S. Gheller Yarram Best: C. Bruns, J. Swift, G. Underwood, S. Rendell, D. Clavarino, L. Le Blanc
RESERVES Phillip Island 29.12.186
couple of shots on goals but couldn’t convert them into majors until wingman Cal McConnon kicked truly and then his brother Wade a couple of minutes later, to edge the Island closer. Mitch Price kicked the Island into the lead at the 20 minute mark of the quarter, but Yarram kicked a couple of late points to leave the scores level at the halfway mark. Yarram only managed three behinds for the quarter and they all came late in the quarter, so a solid effort from the blokes down back. With the match in the balance, Yarram took control again, kicking two goals in the first four minutes. Wade McConnon hit back for the Island as he slotted his second for the match to keep the Island in touch. The Island was wrestling control of the match back from Yarram, but it was again through inaccurate kicking in front of goal which kept them out of the lead. With the lead in sight late in the third quarter, the Island let things slip a bit as Yarram kicked two late goals to go into the final break with a handy 16 point lead. The Island now had a
Leading Goalkicker: K. Taylor 13 (P) PI Best: K. Taylor, M. Griffin, S. McIntyre, K. Salama, A. Redmond, T. Cleeland Yar Best: B. McLeod, J. McDonald, A. Holt, M. O’Connor, P. Morgan
FOURTHS Phillip Island 17.10.112 Yarram 3.2.20 Leading Goalkicker: J. Black 6 (P) PH Best: A. Duyker, D. Ryan, Z. Jankowicz, L. Arnold, M. Mattock, J. Keating Yar Best: J. Biemans, W. McDonald, J. Liversidge, B. Wilson, L. Bentley, J. Treller
job in front of them to chase down the Yarram lead. Yarram kicked a point early to stretch the lead to 17 but Island came back with a couple of points of their own, until Island’s number one, Shane Taylor flexed his muscles to kick a goal to reduce the lead to nine points. Yarram could clearly see that the Island was coming hard and their experienced players started to slow the play down and make it hard for the Island. With the quarter ticking away, the Island was desperate for a goal and Shane Murdoch delivered to bring the deficit to a point. Tim Daff kicked a point from a set shot late in the quarter to tie the match, then Damian Hinkley kicked another point to give the Island the lead with under a minute to go. Yarram moved the ball up to their end and the footy was fisted over the back of the pack into the hands of the Alberton league leading goal kicker Corbin Sutherland, whose dribbling ball rolled towards the goals. The ball bounced left, then bounced right, and with the Island’s hearts in mouths the ball slipped through for a point and that’s where the scores ended, all tied up at 62 apiece. The Island remains third on the ladder and now travels to Foster next week to take on a quality side in the Tigers, while Yarram are set to host Tarwin. For the love of the game Phillip Island offered some of their extras on the Reserves list to take up empty spots in the Yarram side for the Twos match. This is a great example of putting football first.
SENIORS LADDER W L D
Kor-Bena ..... 5 Yarram ........ 4 Phillip Is...... 4 Fish Creek.... 4 Dalyston ...... 4 Kil-Bass ...... 4 Foster ............. 3 Stony Creek.... 2 Inv-K’wak ....... 2 Tarwin ............ 1 MDU............... 0 Toora Dist...... 0 DWWWW ....... 0
Under pressure: Luke Le Blance tries to get around his Phillip Island opponent on Saturday.
The Magpies were on the back foot early in front of a home side, with Inverloch using their good ball skills to connect with their forwards. Wyatt and Cannon were running hard for the Sea-Eagles and with 3.3 to 2.2 at the first quarter break, I-K were up by seven. Dalyston were looking for second quarter redemption and managed to claw back some ground. Thomas and Kelly were showing their skills and out per-
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Dalyston Goals: B. Carew 4, B. Fisher 4, J. Ross 2, J. Brooker 1, P. Brosnan 1 Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: A. Sadler 2, D. Clark 2, S. Buxton 1, B. Hender 1, J. Lurati 1 Dalyston Best: T. Osbaldeston, B. Carew, D. Wylie, P. Brosnan, D. Kelly, K. Thomas Inverloch-Kongwak Best: A. Sadler, J. Clottu, S. Buxton, C. Terlich, T. Wyatt, T. Cannon
RESERVES Dalyston 23.15.153 Inverloch-Kongwak 2.2.14 Leading Goalkicker: D. Pruysers 5 (D) Dal Best: K. Maloney, R. Beaton, J. Alexander, D. Pruysers, S. Sibly, J. McRae IK Best: T. Bergmeier, L. Johnson, T. Eurell, A. Dowie, J. Sheerin, T.
Pts
178.22 175.40 114.90 195.53 151.25 140.89 93.40 117.45 102.05 59.55 47.09 38.95 19.65
20 18 18 16 16 16 12 8 8 4 0 0 0
GOALKICKERS K. Bergles (Kil-Bass) ........ (10) C. Sutherland (Yarram) ...... (1) B. Fisher (Dalyston) ........... (4) B. Lynch (Yarram) .............. (0) D. Clark (Inv-K’wak) ........... (2) J. Wells (Kil-Bass).............. (1) S. Murdoch (Phillip Is) ....... (1) J. Staley (Fish Creek) ......... (6) M. Kraska (Dalyston) ......... (0) D. Granger (Foster) ............ (3) M. Cooke (Kor-Bena) ......... (2)
36 29 17 16 16 15 15 14 14 14 14
LADDER W L D
Kor-Bena ..... 5 Phillip Is...... 5 Dalyston ...... 5 Kil-Bass ...... 4 Foster ......... 4 Fish Creek.... 3 Tarwin ............ 2 Stony Creek.... 2 MDU............... 1 Inv-K’wak ....... 1 DWWWW ....... 1 Yarram ........... 1 Toora Dist...... 0
Hard fought: It was a rough and tumble game between Phillip Island and Yarram that resulted in a draw on the weekend.
forming their I-K counterparts. At the main break the scores were even at 36 apiece. A more dominating Dalyston outfit came out of the rooms for the third quarter. Wylie and Carew were performing well for their side. Seven scoring shots and only one major had the frustrated Pies still not out of trouble and the margin was very much in reach on the I-K contingent at four points in the Magpies’ favour at three-quarter time. Dalyston were hungry for a win and it was a new breed of football for them in the fourth. Goal after goal went the Magpies’ way until six majors were added to the board. Carew and Brad Fisher both had four each by the end of the match. Inverloch-Kongwak could not reply with anything bar a single behind for the quarter, leaving them frustrated after three solid quarters of football. Dalyston ended the game 41 points ahead with a solid win. Next week the Pies travel to Stony Creek while I-K face off with Korumburra-Bena for the second time this season.
Dalyston 12.12.84 Inverloch-Kongwak 6.7.43
%
0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
RESERVES
Pies outrun I-K
DALYSTON stamped their authority on the game with a fourth quarter domination of Inverloch-Kongwak.
0 1 1 1 1 2 3 3 4 4 4 4 5
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
Pts
1195.65 343.86 299.39 206.69 102.19 110.99 98.02 82.19 74.90 39.16 37.41 28.77 23.12
20 20 20 16 16 12 8 8 4 4 4 4 0
GOALKICKERS J. Fowles (Kor-Bena) .......... (8) J. Kyle (Kor-Bena) .............. (5) M. Dickason (Kil-Bass) ...... (2) K. Taylor (Phillip Is).......... (13) S. Ambler (Phillip Is).......... (2) D. Pruysers (Dalyston) ....... (5) N. Osler (Kil-Bass) ............. (0) L. Wilkinson (Dalyston)...... (4) J. Parsons (Kil-Bass) ......... (3) M. Green (Foster) ............... (0)
25 16 16 16 15 13 11 11 9 9
UNDER 18 LADDER W L D
Kil-Bass ...... 5 Dalyston ...... 5 Kor-Bena ..... 4 Fish Creek.... 4 MDU........... 3 Phillip Is...... 3 Foster ............. 1 Inv-K’wak ....... 2 Yarram ........... 2 Toora & Dist... . 1 Tarwin ............ 1 Stony Creek.... 0 DWWWW ....... 0
1 0 1 1 1 2 3 4 3 2 4 5 4
%
0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0
Pts
460.67 290.85 397.87 379.67 313.11 88.97 95.16 55.20 39.76 100.00 45.21 12.99 6.76
20 20 16 16 12 12 10 8 8 6 4 0 0
GOALKICKERS J. McMillan (MDU) ............. (0) J. Andersen (Kil-Bass) ....... (3) J. Buckland (Fish Ck) ......... (0) T. Hamilton (Dalyston) ....... (8) J. McDonald (Yarram) ........ (0) N. Somerville (Kor-Bena) ... (5) Z. Walker (Kor-Bena).......... (7) B. Jones (Kil-Bass) ............ (0) T. Shanahan (Fish Ck) ........ (4) M. Manteit (Kil-Bass) ......... (0)
23 23 20 17 16 15 12 11 9 9
UNDER 15 LADDER W L D
Kor-Bena ..... 5 Inv-K’wak..... 5 Dalyston ...... 4 Phillip Is...... 4 Yarram ........ 4 Stony Creek .. 3 Fish Creek ...... 3 Foster ............. 3 MDU............... 2 Kil-Bass.......... 1 Tarwin ............ 0 DWWWW ....... 0 Toora & Dist... 0
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THIRDS Dalyston 23.14.152 Inverloch-Kongwak 3.1.19 Leading Goalkicker: T. Hamilton 8 (D) Dal Best: L. West, T. Hamilton, C. Green, N. Bainbridge, H. Wright, J. Ray-Angarane IK Best: J. Burton, B. Barron, N. Anderson, D. Drowley, B. Petersen, T. Miller
FOURTHS Inverloch-Kongwak 7.3.45 Dalyston 7.2.44 Leading Goalkickers: C. Mckenzie 3 (I), M. Crutchfield 3 (D) IK Best: C. Mckenzie, A. Toussaint, Z. Javier, O. Hutton, D. Piasente, S. Michael Dal Best: L. Legione, M. Crutchfield, A. Busana, H. Hilberto, M. Marotta, L. Marotta
0 1 0 2 2 2 3 3 3 5 4 5 4
Bang: Jackson Brooker and Shane Buxton clash in mid air while the ball goes begging.
0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 2 5 5 5 4
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
%
Pts
1826.92 456.90 353.33 302.47 158.98 138.32 114.46 83.13 71.32 52.96 7.71 5.77 3.67
20 20 16 16 16 12 12 12 8 4 0 0 0
GOALKICKERS J. Black (Phillip Is) ............. (6) D. Crook (Kor-Bena)........... (3) L. Bentley (Yarram) ............ (1) X. Hughes (Inv-K’wak) ....... (0) T. Van Dyke (Foster) ........... (1) J. Macri (Kor-Bena) ............ (3) B. Rogers (Fish Ck) ............ (7) C. McKenzie (Inv-K’wak) .... (3) A. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) .... (0) J. Ellams (Kor-Bena) .......... (2)
25 16 16 15 15 13 12 11 11 10
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Sharks stop Bergles Stony gets 10 TARWIN secured their first win of 2013 after a thrilling match with Stony Creek on Saturday. A decent crowd packed into Shark Park for the local duel between the old rivals. It was the Maroons who were into it early, with Jack Hughes using his speed to get the ball cleared early. Three goals to the visitors were answered with two from Tarwin. This had Stony Creek up by eight at the first break and ready to run. Despite winning more of the ball than their opponents in the second, the Maroons were struggling to make it count on the board. Seven scoring shots resulted in only two goals while Tarwin were not faulting, kicking four goals from four shots. This had the margin at just one point in the visitors’ favour at half time. Tarwin took off in the third with the wind behind them. Four goals and four behinds were only answered
with two goals. One of the Sharks’ best, Jamie Cann was on top of everything, kicking four goals for the game. Williamson and Lomax were also contributors with two each. Tarwin held a 19 point lead at three quarter time, but Stony Creek wanted the win badly. A fourth quarter surge by the Maroons was let down by
Tarwin 10.6.66 Stony Creek 8.13.61 Tarwin Goals: J. Cann 4, T. Williamson 2, T. Lomax 2, T. Cameron 1, M. Chalmers 1 Stony Creek Goals: K. Van Der Pluym 2, J. Schelling 2, J. Byrnes 1, L. McMillan 1, T. Stone 1, S. Doran 1 Tarwin Best: J. Cann, N. McRae, T. Lomax, B. Chalmers, S. McMicking, T. Cameron Stony Creek Best: S. Marriott, K. Van Der Pluym, M. Linke, R. Harmes, J. Hughes, T. Stone
RESERVES Tarwin 11.9.75 Stony Creek 4.4.28 Leading Goalkicker: J. Barnett 4 (T) Tar Best: J. Barnett, J. Gray, G. Brennan, A. Bell, P. McRae, J. Cardy SC Best: S. Browne, S. Cope, D.
inaccuracy once again. Five scoring shots resulted in two goals, one short of victory. The Sharks savoured a hard earned win by five points, while the Lions were sent home licking their wounds. Tarwin heads to the Demon’s Den in Yarram this week, while Stony Creek will host the powerful Dalyston.
Potter, M. Dyer, G. Gray, B. Rawson
THIRDS Tarwin 15.12.102 Stony Creek 2.7.19 Leading Goalkickers: B. Chalmers 5, L. Anderson 5 (T) Tar Best: N. Lomax, L. Anderson, B. Chalmers, J. Moore, S. Clark, D. Betts SC Best: J. Brydon, W. Stewart, T. Sinclair, J. Stuart, L. Harrington, H. Stuart
FOURTHS Stony Creek 9.6.60 Tarwin 4.8.32 Leading Goalkicker: H. Watson 3 (S) SC Best: J. Tiziani, H. Watson, B. Jones, J. Miller, B. Martin, V. Monaghan Tar Best: T. Van der Kolk, J. Van der Kolk, D. Garnham, J. Hill, B. Ellen, C. Preston
IT was Kael Bergles who made things hard for Foster on Saturday.
The Tigers fell hard to the reigning premiers Kilcunda-Bass in Bass where the quick forward kicked 10 goals. The Panthers were ready for a win after going down to Yarram the week before, while Foster was looking to continue their winning streak after toppling MDU last week. Chris Endres was returning to the Panthers side for the match and he certainly hasn’t lost his silky skills. From the get go Kilcunda-Bass were sharing the ball around to make the most of the ball. Four goals from nine scoring shots had the Panthers well in front at the first break, with their big cat counterparts only managing a single behind. It was the same kind of story in the second quarter, with another four goals the Panthers’ way. Foster managed a late two goals for the quarter but without much avail. At half-time the Panthers were up by 42 points. The home side kicked it up two gears after the main break, smashing out eight goals. The Tigers snuck through one of their own during the barrage but at the final break things looked dismal, with an 84 point deficit. The Panthers cruised home with another six goals to win by 105. This week the Panthers will relax with the bye, while Foster hosts Phillip Island.
Kilcunda Bass 22.12.144 Foster 6.3.39 Kilcunda Bass Goals: K. Bergles 10, J. Dakin 4, B. Arnold 2, J. Attenborough 2, J. Wells 1, J. Attenborough 1, C. Endres 1, R. Fitzgerald 1 Foster Goals: D. Granger 3, S. Chaseling 1, D. Clearihan-Jervies 1, S. Hawking 1 Kilcunda Bass Best: K. Bergles, R. Fitzgerald, C. Endres, B. Law, L. Harrison, J. Dakin Foster Best: D. Granger, J. Toner, J. Aldersea, S. Hawking, M. McCall
Solid grab: Matt Linke provides support as Kyle Van Der Pluym takes a grab and Tarwin’s Nathan McRae and Jackson Bloom look on. Photos courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz.
RESERVES Kilcunda Bass 16.19.115 Foster 1.0.6
Diving: Andrew Verboon puts his body on the line to get a mark while Jackson Bloom is right behind. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz
Leading Goalkickers: P. Beadel 3, J. Parsons 3 (K) KB Best: T. Kleverkamp, J. Good, A. Joyce, L. Smith, J. Parsons, S. Crawford
Bulldogs’ big bite
In the back: Bulldog Murray Fleming was paid a free kick after this incident with his Allies opponent on Saturday.
THE Allies travelled to Korumburra on Saturday to take on the inform Bulldogs. Korumburra-Bena got off to a quick start, finding the goals early. Forward Chris Urie was getting his hands on everything coming his way. Ben Fitzpatrick was doing the same with his kicks out of the centre, connecting with forwards or going all the way themselves. A handy 39 point lead had broken out by the first quarter but the Bulldogs kept pushing. Another six goals to the Korumburra-Bena outfit in the second was answered by some great Allies forward work. Good passages of play resulted in goals for Jarryd Le Blanc and Benjamin Coffey. This unfortunately was the only two goals the Allies could manage for the game. Korumburra-Bena kept
up the work in the third, with another five majors extending their lead to 96. Another three goals in the fourth saw Chris Urie and Luke Carpenter end the game with five majors each, while six other Bulldogs got their names on the goal kicker’s list. This included young gun Josh Hopkins, who was able to sneak a goal.
Korumburra-Bena 20.13.133 DWWWW 2.4.16 Korumburra-Bena Goals: L. Carpenter 5, C. Urie 5, B. Fitzpatrick 3, M. Cooke 2, M. Urie 2, B. Anthony 1, J. Hopkins 1, M. Fleming 1 DWWWW Goals: B. Coffey 1, J. Le Blanc 1 Korumburra-Bena Best: A. Snooks, C. Urie, M. Bradley, B. Fitzpatrick, R. Mullens, M. Cooke DWWWW Best: L. Ferguson, K. Henderson, B. Coffey, B. Vardy, J. Poland, J. Pintus
RESERVES Korumburra-Bena 22.20.152 DWWWW 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: J. Fowles 8 (K) KB Best: J. Fowles, J. Kyle, D. Muir, M. Cook, D. Myors, K. Wingfield DWWWW Best: T. Hunter, D. McKean, K. Skarratt, S. Buckley, S.
Better players for the Allies side included Jonathan Pintus and James Poland. The Allies will be looking for a win when they take on the also winless Toora Magpies in what is sure to be the match of the round. The Bulldogs will host Inverloch-Kongwak who they defeated earlier in the season.
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THIRDS Korumburra-Bena 22.14.146 DWWWW 0.2.2 Leading Goalkicker: Z. Walker 7 (K) KB Best: N. Allen, Z. Walker, C. Hansen, S. Lacy, A. O’Neill, N. Somerville DWWWW Best: R. Benis, S. Hunter, W. Kilgower, S. Mayne, A. Moore, D. Hooper
FOURTHS Korumburra-Bena 18.17.125 DWWWW 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: H. Suckling 4 (K) KB Best: L. O’Brien, J. Wyhoon, N. Wylie, M. Kennewell, J. Ellams, B. Patterson DWWWW Best: K. Hanning, C. Pintus, H. Hoppner, J. Saliakos, J. Mattern, B. Johnston
Fos Best: J. Chaseling, W. Davy, E. Smith, L. Cripps, E. Davies, S. Dobson
THIRDS Kilcunda Bass 9.12.66 Foster 2.5.17 Fos Goals: T. Hamilton 1, D. Hateley 1 KB Best: not submitted Foster Best: T. Hamilton, D. Hateley, M. Prowd, T. Hamilton, M. Brickle, M. Jones
FOURTHS Foster 8.6.54 Kilcunda Bass 6.2.38 Leading Goalkickers: B. Cripps 2, O. Price 2 (F), L. Alford 2 (K) Fos Best: B. Green, E. Smith, J. Cripps, B. Smith, O. Price, B. Cripps KB Best: S. Casey, R. Cousins, R. Taylor, A. Brown, L. Alford, R. Smith
FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 7 - May 11 Foster v Phillip Island MDU v Fish Creek DWWWW v Toora Kor-Bena v I-K Yarram v Tarwin Stony Creek v Dalyston Kil-Bass - bye
MID GIPPSLAND Round 6 - May 11 Trafalgar v Yallourn-Yall Nth Yinnar v Thorpdale Mirboo North v Boolarra Newborough v Yarragon Hill End v Morwell East
GIPPSLAND Round 5 - May 11 Bairnsdale v Traralgon Moe v Sale Warragul v Wonthaggi Maffra v Morwell Leongatha v Drouin
ELLINBANK Round 6 - May 11 Lang Lang v Poowong Nyora v Bunyip Cora Lynn v Warragul Ind Ellinbank v Catani Koo Wee Rup v Garfield Nar Nar Goon - bye Nilma-Darnum v Longwarry Buln Buln v Neerim Nm Sth
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Power lights up Parrot Park THE Leongatha Parrots were outgunned on Saturday night by a Wonthaggi team that made the most of its opportunities.
Going up: Leigh Earl and Jake Mackie clash as they go for the ball in Saturday’s block buster. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz
Although both teams controlled the game for equal amounts of time, the Power was better in the slippery and windy conditions, with onballer Lee Warnett driving clearances through his hard in and under play. Leongatha had the jump on their opponents in the first quarter, and should have taken a handy lead in the first break. They were let down by poor kicking in front of goal, however. Dylan Westaway offered an early focal point, but missed a gettable goal. Cade Maskell also continued his good form. The smart forward would add 4.4 to his tally for the season, with another great effort. Jason Tomada battled manfully against Wonthaggi’s giant, Earl Shaw, who was named as the Power’s best. In the second quarter Wonthaggi found its feet and another gear. Warnett was brilliant around the stoppages, driving his team hard in to attack. The Power put a lot of physical pressure on the Parrots, catching many of the green and gold off guard. Wonthaggi scored goals rather than points, making the Parrots’ first quarter missed opportunities even more painful. A silly free kick and 50
metre penalty didn’t help the Parrots’ cause either, with the Power again converting. The game rose in intensity and Leongatha’s star goal kicker Maskell ended up with a split ear, and five stitches, courtesy of a very loose fist. The undisciplined act led to a spilling over of tensions, as Power and Parrots players went toe to toe. While the third quarter started in a similar fashion to the first, with Wonthaggi first
out of the blocks, the Parrots fought back hard, edging to within two goals. Zac Vernon’s second half was outstanding, along with that of the the effervescent Sean Westaway. But in the later stages of the game it was Wonthaggi that showed the greater poise and polish, kicking goals when they were needed. The Parrots had as many, if not more, inside 50s, but the Power knew what to do when they had the pill.
ROUND 4 SENIORS LADDER W L D
Pts
RESERVES LADDER W L D
%
Sale ...........3 1 0 180.30 Wonthaggi ...3 1 0 150.77 Warragul .....3 1 0 150.30 Traralgon .....2 2 0 135.52 Drouin ........2 1 0 65.62 Morwell ..........1 2 0 152.42 Maffra ............1 2 0 104.35 Leongatha ......1 2 0 55.94 Moe................0 4 0 25.28 GOALKICKERS
Ben Geitz: the Parrot was under pressure from a tight Wonthaggi defence on Saturday. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz
SENIORS Wonthaggi 9.13.67 d Leongatha 6.7.43
UNDER 18s Wonthaggi 5.9.39 d Leongatha 5.5.35
Wonthaggi goals: B. Marshall 2, D. O’Connor 2, L. White 2, J. Blair 1, T. Keating 1, L. Warnett 1. Wonthaggi best: E. Shaw, J. Blair, L. Warnett, L. White, T. Harley, K. McCarthy. Leongatha goals: C. Maskell 4, P. McGrath 1, D. Westaway 1. Leongatha best: Z. Vernon, S. Westaway, C. Maskell, J. Tomada, S. Kilsby, H. Browne.
Wonthaggi goals: P. Ryan 2, J. Thomas 1, J. Zahra 1, A. FerreiraNeto 1. Wonthaggi best: A. Ferreira-Neto, D. Stacey-Van Steensel, L. Membrey, T. Landells, T. Huther, J. Van Zanen. Leongatha goals: B. Davidson 3, B. Mead-Ameri 2. Leongatha best: B. Davidson, B. Vanrooy, J. O’Loughlin, J. Burge, N. Moore, A. Taranto.
RESERVES Wonthaggi 7.9.51 d Leongatha 1.4.10 Wonthaggi goals: R. Tack 4, S. Hamilton 1, K. Atkinson 1, S. Dennis 1. Wonthaggi best: A. Zanella, J. Hill, S. Roche, B. Graham, S. Dennis. Leongatha goals: J. O’Loughlin 1. Leongatha best: C. Rump, J. Hickey, J. Kilsby, M. O’Loughlin, M. Comben.
UNDER 16s Leongatha 17.15.117 d Wonthaggi 1.1.7 Leongatha goals: J. Ginnane 4, L. Wright 4, B. Moscript 2, L. Moore 1, K. Materia 1, J. Patterson 1, T. Sauvarin 1, N. Argento 1, N. Matsoukas 1, L. Riseley 1. Leongatha best: K. Cooper, T. Sauvarin, R. Smith, K. patterson, J. Ginnane, L. Wright. Wonthaggi goals: L. Dyball 1. Wonthaggi best: L. Dyball, D. Tiziani, L. Membrey, F. Anderson, C. Waters, L. Henry.
SENIORS Morwell 15.12.102 d Bairnsdale 10.11.71 Traralgon 27.19.181 d Moe 5.9.39 Sale 14.15.99 d Warragul 13.5.83 Maffra 15.17.107 d Drouin 9.13.67 RESERVES Traralgon 16.13.109 d Moe 0.0.0 Sale 10.8.68 d Warragul 3.3.21 Drouin 8.4.52 d Maffra 6.6.42 UNDER 18
Bairnsdale 21.11.137 d Morwell 5.6.36 Traralgon 37.15.237 d Moe 0.1.1 Sale 13.22.100 d Warragul 4.3.27 Drouin 7.13.55 d Maffra 4.7.31 UNDER 16 Bairnsdale 22.20.152 d Morwell 3.1.19 Traralgon 13.11.89 d Moe 8.7.55 Sale 21.11.137 d Warragul 3.1.19 Maffra 14.4.88 d Drouin 5.4.34
Pts
12 12 12 8 8 4 4 4 0
B. Monahan (Warragul)....... (2) 14 R. Tack (Wonthaggi) ........... (4) 14 J. Barton (Sale) ................... (0) 7 T. Phillips (Morwell) ............ (0) 7 J. Freeman (Sale) ................ (3) 6 T. Webster (Warragul) ......... (0) 6 A. Dugan (Traralgon)........... (0) 5 S. Ferguson (Sale) .............. (0) 5 J. Jarred (Drouin) ............... (0) 4 J. Swanson (Morwell) ......... (0) 4
UNDER 18 LADDER W L D
%
Pts
Traralgon .....4 0 0 643.59 16 Bairnsdale ...4 0 0 502.41 16 Drouin ........3 1 0 147.83 12 Wonthaggi ...3 1 0 127.72 12 Maffra.........2 2 0 117.87 8 Sale ................2 2 0 107.05 8 Morwell ..........1 3 0 70.70 4 Warragul ........1 3 0 52.01 4 Leongatha ......0 4 0 47.84 0 Moe................0 4 0 7.99 0 GOALKICKERS C. Nickels (Traralgon).......... (4) 16 B. Darby-Lock (Morwell) ..... (1) 13 J. Vucenovic (Traralgon) ... (11) 12 J. Zahra (Wonthaggi) .......... (1) 10 B. Trinder (Bairnsdale) ........ (3) 9 W. Patterson (Bairnsdale) ... (5) 9 A. Ferreria-Neto (Won) ........ (1) 8 J. Gown (Drouin) ................ (1) 8
UNDER 16 LADDER
OTHER MATCHES
Fast game: the Power and Parrots were running hard for their chance to claim the Star-Sentinel Cup. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@www.fourcornersframing.biz
%
Morwell ......4 0 0 203.18 16 Sale ...........4 0 0 144.57 16 Maffra.........3 1 0 143.64 12 Traralgon .....2 2 0 171.68 8 Bairnsdale ...2 2 0 110.12 8 Wonthaggi......2 2 0 89.92 8 Warragul ........1 3 0 78.18 4 Leongatha ......1 3 0 72.70 4 Drouin ............1 3 0 68.53 4 Moe................0 4 0 42.61 0 GOALKICKERS D. Sheen (Maffra) ............... (6) 25 M. Sellings (Bairnsdale) ...... (4) 21 J. Hall (Traralgon) ............... (6) 12 D. Bedggood (Maffra) ......... (5) 12 C. Maskell (Leongatha) ....... (4) 12 M. Davis (Sale) ................... (3) 11 D. Hutchison (Morwell) ....... (0) 11 A. Dugan (Traralgon)........... (8) 10 J. Blaser (Moe) ................... (1) 10
W L D
%
Traralgon .....4 0 0 351.52 Sale ...........3 1 0 438.61 Moe ...........3 1 0 284.85 Bairnsdale ...3 1 0 237.20 Maffra.........3 1 0 161.11 Warragul ........2 2 0 112.96 Leongatha ......1 3 0 53.48 Morwell ..........1 3 0 25.84 Drouin ............0 4 0 28.30 Wonthaggi......0 4 0 11.21 GOALKICKERS
Pts
16 12 12 12 12 8 4 4 0 0
B. Scott (Sale) ..................... (9) 29 L. Di Ciero (Traralgon)......... (1) 15 T. Morrow (Moe) ................. (2) 11 K. Stamers (Traralgon) ........ (3) 11 J. Green (Bairnsdale) .......... (6) 10 K. Renooy (Maffra) ............. (3) 10
Leongatha Junior Football Club
Pink Ribbon Fundraiser Footy Night Friday May 10 Leongatha Velodrome Auskick Kids 5pm | Under 11 6.30pm | Under 13 7.30pm Gold coin donation at the gate | Jumping castle | Face painting
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Cycling success LEONGATHA Cycling Club hosted another successful Junior Cycling experience over the weekend.
The annual staging of the event at Wonthaggi on Saturday and Outtrim on Sunday was lucky with the weather. The change passed through on Friday evening leaving a sunny and windy day for Saturday racing at the Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve. This year the club welcomed the Inverloch Community Bendigo Bank on board as major sponsor for the long running event. The Saturday racing involved four events for competitors – a time trial, straight line sprint, a criterium and a scratch race. The weekend is aimed at new riders to the sport and the various events (six over the weekend) give a wide range of starters a chance to grab some glory. There were almost 80 starters for the racing. Leongatha had a number of starters and in the Men’s 15 division, Will Lumby grabbed a win in the B Grade criterium whilst Austin Timmins had to settle for second in this race. Alex Bennett, Aaron
Fraser and Matt Winchester found the imports too slick for them. In the Under 17 division, Matt Minogue also had a battle on his hands, however, club mate Thomas McFarlane was right on track. He won all four events in a dominant display. His win in the last event – a scratch race was perhaps his best. With one rider managing to race clear with three laps to go and opening up a gap of around 80m it was left to McFarlane to do the chasing. He set out in pursuit but found he had another rider getting a lovely sit whilst he did all the work. With around 100m to race he reeled in the leader and at this point Thomas was challenged by the rider who had drafted for almost three laps. However a fighting last 100m saw McFarlane ride the challenge as he claimed a most creditable win. Sunday morning saw the riders assemble at Outtrim for the hill climb championships. Fortunately it was fine and with little wind. Austin Timmins rode well for second in the Under 13 B
Grade race whilst Thomas McFarlane had to settle for third in his Under 17 title race. After this effort it was time to contest the road handicap events. In the Under 13 division we had four starters and the best placed was Austin Timmins who was in the fast finishing bunch that contested for second and third places. After doing plenty of work the road to close down the gaps, Austin missed the moves at the finish and missed the podium. In the men 17 race Matt Minogue found he was caught by the riders in the winning bunch but was unable to match their intensity. However he still raced to the finish well, to grab fourth place. Thomas McFarlane had a difficult task from the scratch mark and had to settle for second fastest time for the day. A big thanks to the sponsors and club members who found some time to help the club over the weekend. Next weekend the club will join the CaulfieldCarnegie Club in racing at the motor track at Phillip Island.
Tough competition: competitors bunch up in the Under 15 scratch race at the Junior Cycling Experience on Saturday. Below, Local winner: Thomas McFarlane winning the Under 17 scratch race on Saturday.
Leader: Austin Timmins from Leongatha leads the Under 15 hill climb in Outtrim on Sunday.
Hillberg gets leader’s award
King comes in fifth RUBY race horse Kings A Star managed fifth position in the Warrnambool Cup on Thursday.
KORUMBURRA-BENA’S Christie Hillberg has been selected as one of five Victorian young adult netball players who demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and behaviour off the court, whilst also setting a positive example for their peers, as part of the Wingman Off-Court Champion Awards Program.
After leading most of the race, Kings A Star dropped off slightly and allowed its competitors past. Despite coming fifth there was a very tight margin between him and those who snared a place. The cup is run over 2350 metres and offers prize money of $203,500.
The program is sponsored by the Victorian Government’s Wingman campaign which aims to address the issues of alcohol-related violence among young adults by encouraging them to look out for themselves and their friends in social situations. Twenty-one year old Hillberg, from Alberton Open netball team, was nominated by coach Cathy Chester who said she is an ‘exemplary leader both on and
Netball leader: Christie Hillberg.
off the court”. “Christie’s studies in nursing, work as a pool life guard and playing at the Korumburra, Gippsland Storm and Boroondarra Genesis netball clubs, ensures she leads a healthy lifestyle and is a great role model to her teammates,” Chester wrote in her nomination form. Chester said Hillberg often instigates and organises team activities such as group dinners, training sessions and games nights to bring the team closer together. Where there is alcohol involved, Hillberg often nominates herself as the designated driver and ensures her teammates get home safely – reasons why she is so well-respected by her peers. As the winner of the Wingman OffCourt Champion Awards Program in the Eastern region, Hillberg receives a cheque for $250 for herself and a $250 sports voucher for her club.
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