The Great Southern Star - November 17, 2009

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DonÊt look down! KAITLYN McNaughton was on top of the world at the St Joseph’s Korumburra fete on Sunday. The Korumburra Primary School 10-yearold seemed more than comfortable as she scaled the climbing wall. See more photos from the fete on page 14, with all the colour and excitement of the St Laurence’s fete on page 2.

Coast D-day VCAT ruling could stifle future development By Bert van Bedaf A LANDMARK ruling on rising sea levels at Waratah Bay could severely limit property development along Victoria’s coastline, including South Gippsland. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal is currently considering the impact of climate change – and specifically, the potential for future coastal flooding - on a proposed subdivision within the township zone of Waratah Bay. The case has been labelled as a “red dot” decision by VCAT, indicating there are wider repercussions from the outcome. Climate change was again in the news last Saturday with yet another Federal Government report warning of rising sea levels, putting billions of dollars of coastal housing and industry at risk by 2100 as sea levels can rise by up to 1.1 metres. Located opposite the beach, the proposed subdivision is next to a recreation reserve and separated from the sea by a road, known as Gale St. The subdivision was approved by South Gippsland Shire Council on November 5 last year but referred to the tribunal by objectors. Following a number of hearings, the tribunal is expected to rule on the proposal within a fortnight. Early last year, the tribunal overturned an-

other approval by the South Gippsland council for six small developments in Toora on similar grounds, involving potential sea level rises due to the effects of climate change. The tribunal applied the so-called “precautionary principle”, finding that increases in the severity of storm events, coupled with rising sea levels, created a reasonably foreseeable risk of inundation of the subject land and the proposed dwellings, which it found unacceptable. The block, on 2 Brown St, is owned by Waratah Bay Caravan Park operator Jim Harry, who wants to build a seafood restaurant on the smaller block to be created by the proposed subdivision. A dwelling already exists on the original block, which would remain on the larger portion. Continued on page 8.

No risk: Jim Harry in front of the property in question.

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ST Laurence’s Primary School in Leongatha attracted lots of kids with parents to its annual fete on Saturday. Lots of activities were enjoyed, including some unusual tricks, including a game of footbag, which is good fun. Instructor Dan Edie is Australia’s No.1 player and 14th in the world.

Sausage sizzle: Members of Apex Leongatha, Simon Mayo, Paul Panther (right) and Kim Bland in the background, treated Allan Morcom, of Inverloch, to a sizzling snag with onion and barbecue sauce.

Swinging time: Jayda Simpson, 3, had Happy family: Meeniyan’s Helen McInnis took her sons, two- a swinging time at the fete with her year-old Angus and Charlie, who is 11, to the fete. grandma Kaye Hillis keeping watch.

Merry go round: Jessica Stephens, 6, had great fun touching hands as she went around.

Having footbag fun: are, from left, Sam Synan, Laura Browne, Gabbie O’Loughlin, instructor Dan Edie, Ben Patterson, and brothers Tom and Matt Dudley.

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Council cold on soup By Bert van Bedaf THE Meals on Wheels service has gone cold on hot soup.

Since November 2 it is serving clients with cold soup out of plastic containers, similar to Chinese take-away containers, rather than delivering hot soup and ladling it in the person’s bowl or mug. Meals are prepared by Leongatha Memorial Hospital on behalf of South Gippsland Shire Council, which runs the service. The Star contacted the hospital last Friday and yesterday, but with staff away, it was unable to receive clarification. The hospital’s director of nursing Neil Langstaff said that he was aware the method of service had changed, but because service personnel were away (on Monday) he was unable to get further clarification until tomorrow. The serving of cold soup came to light, when volunteer Sandra Birch told The Star of the change. “I have been delivering meals on and off for around 20 years. From Monday (November 2), I delivered cold soup to my clients, some of whom are not capable of heating and carrying hot soup. Soup to me is to be served hot with their main meal,” Mrs Birch said. “If this is the new health regulation, then I feel like giving volunteering the meals away to all my loved and grateful clients. Why wasn’t a letter sent out from the shire to let clients know about this regulation, instead of volunteers having to try to explain this new rule.” Acting family services manager Shelley Fixter said there had been “a communication breakdown” between

Cold soup: Leongatha recipient John Cashin eats his soup cold these days, since the hot soup service was Hot soup: Former Mayor Heather Bligh served John Cashin hot soup in August last year. changed. the council and the hospital staff providing the meals. Ms Fixter learned about the November 2 start when The Star contacted council last week. “I was unaware that they had started,” she said. She said the introduction of cold soup delivered in individual containers centred on two considerations. The first was hygiene. Volunteers were ladling hot soup from a wide-topped thermos into clients’ bowls, moving from house to house. Secondly, because the size of the bowls might differ, some clients might be receiving more soup than others. Under the new proposal, customers will receive equal amounts, delivered ac-

cording to regulated health standards. “The hospital is doing it to prevent contamination and give consistent amounts to each client,” Ms Fixter said. Mrs Birch, who does a meals run once a month, said it was wrong giving people cold soup. “People are getting on in years. It is terrible they have to heat their soup. There was no notification. It was so rude not saying anything.” A meal recipient for several years, John Cashin said he was “upset” when he received his soup cold. He received three meals a week. Confined to a wheelchair most of the time, Mr Cashin said he was unable to

heat the soup in the microwave, because he needed both hands to wheel his chair or use both hands to carry the soup. “It’s not such a worry in the heat, though I’d still like my soup warm, but when it is cold in winter, you’d want a hot soup,” Mr Cashin said. “The volunteers don’t like it either. They take it as something against them, as if they could not be trusted with the soup.” Not everyone is unhappy about the change. Longstanding recipient Joan Beaumont, who received meals five times a week, said she didn’t mind the cold serve. “I don’t mind which way they bring

it as long as it (soup) is coming. But I’m capable of putting it in the microwave or heating it on the stove,” Mrs Beaumont, 85, said. Mrs Beaumont pours the soup from the container into a mug and within two minutes the microwave has done its heating job. Council contacted clients last week and provided The Star with “feedback”. “The feedback was extremely positive and most thought the containers were a great idea.” Ms Fixter said. “I have identified one person who has no means of heating the soup so an assessment officer will visit this client and discuss with the individual possible solutions,” Ms Fixter said. “Evaluation of the pilot will commence over the next month, which will entail surveys being sent to clients asking for their feedback on the delivery of cold soup.” Mayor Jim Fawcett said discussions had been held and the service delivery had changed for hygiene reasons. He said, “We should have known”, that the trial had begun, but he did not believe cold soup was an issue. “I’m comfortable with the fact that clients have been contacted. Until there are complaints, this is not an issue. It is not relevant to me at this stage,” Cr Fawcett said. Last year in South Gippsland, approximately 500 volunteers delivered 26,941 meals to 240 clients. Meals are prepared at Prom View in Toora, South Gippsland Hospital in Foster, Gippsland Southern Health Service in Leongatha and Korumburra, and at Mirboo North Aged Care.

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School thefts BRAZEN thieves soured a sacred day at Korumburra Primary School last Tuesday, stealing about $1200 worth of cash. “It was during school hours on Remembrance Day. All the teachers and students were out at assembly to during a period from 8.55am and 9.15am someone had gone through the classrooms and stolen purses out of the teachers’ handbags,” Korumburra Police’s Sergeant Clive Smith said. “The total amount stolen was $1205. There were about seven or eight individual victims.” The school recently had

a crate of sports equipment stolen during a weekend heist and is thinking of installing CCTV cameras.

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Love anew By Chris Brown

AFTER almost half a century, Graham and Pat Dickens have shown their love is timeless. Graham and Pat celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary by renewing their wedding vows in the same church, and on the same time and date as the original occasion. The Nyora couple was visiting family in Britain at the time. Pat didn’t know about the wedding blessing until she neared St Mark’s Church in Chaddesden and burst into tears. “When our nephew drove into the street where the church was, I think I automatically knew what Graham had arranged and I burst into tears when I saw all the relatives there,” she said. “It was a very nice thought, but it completely took me by surprise.” For Graham the surprise was an opportunity to show Pat his appreciation for 49 fantastic years. “I just thought it would be a nice thing. I knew she’d like it,” he said. Keeping such a big secret wasn’t easy. Graham had to hide all the wedding photographs and the original marriage certificate. Their youngest daughter had to stop Pat from accessing her internet, so she couldn’t find all the messages being sent to people such as the vicar at the church. “Everybody wanted to help,” Graham said. “Even a friend of Pat rang me and asked what was in the wedding bouquet so she could make another small bouquet to carry.” Pat was given the bouquet of pink rose buds and gypsophila as she entered the church. Original bridesmaids, Graham’s nieces Sheila Coleman and Kathleen Hawke, were also at the ceremony. The wedding blessing and a subsequent story in a local British paper led to one more pleasant surprise. Pat’s chief bridesmaid, Joan Lonnon, saw the article and contacted the couple. They caught up for the first time in more than 40 years before the Dickens’ returned to Australia. Graham and Pat met in the late 1950s when they both worked for Council House in Derby and married on October 1, 1960. They arrived in Dandenong from the United Kingdom in 1962 seeking to escape Britain’s post-war decline and create a better future for their children. The pair have lived just out of Nyora for 15

years. Keeping a few cattle and dogs on 10 acres was an appealing alternative to a retirement spent watching television in the suburbs. Graham and Pat have two children, Julie Watson and Sharon Dietrich, seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Working on the relationship is one of the keys to the Dickens’ long marriage. Pat said there needed to be give and take. “You have to try not to get into any debt. We have always bought things as we could afford them,” she said. “And try to talk to members of the family

and i n v o l v e them as much as you can.” Daughter Sharon said her parents always hold hands when they go shopping. “They’ve had their ups and downs, but they are very happy and devoted to each other,” she said. “They don’t do anything without each other; they are always together.” The wedding vow renewal wasn’t the only surprise for Pat during their 10 week trip to the United Kingdom. Graham organised an overnight stay in the pub made famous by 1990s television series Heartbeat. One of the highlights of the trip for Graham was being presented with a gift at the Fire Brigade Society’s annual general meeting. The Loch CFA member collects fire brigade memorabilia from all over the world. While in the United Kingdom the couple

Nyora couple: Graham and Pat Dickens celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary with a special ceremony in Britain recently.

RSL’s 90th celebrations AFTER months of planning, Meeniyan’s RSL members and approximately 120 guests enjoyed a wonderful night of entertainment and celebration. MC John Cocking opened proceedings and current president Peter Hill recited the Ode and welcomed the guests. On the official table were past presidents, Russell Broadbent Federal MP and wife Bronwyn, Cr Jennie Dean and husband Frank, John Gow and Tony Burland Region 10 Rep, Phillip Island. The Meeniyan Hall was resplendent with red and blue RSL balloons, service uniforms were placed around the hall to represent the forces. Even a Red Cross uniform was there to represent the nurses who did their part in the war. War memorabilia was on display, with a poignant powerpoint display of long unseen photographs showing memories from the Wars. Peter Hill gave the audience a well researched history of Meeniyan and District RSL from its roots, beginning in Dumbalk to its move to Meeniyan. The Charter certificate was handed over to the Hall committee for safe keeping and display in the Hall.

The MADS drama group added some humour with song and skits. The Meeniyan RSL-ettes performed an Andrews Sisters Tribute and led the sing-along. Heather Scott gave an emotional recital of Banjo Paterson’s “The Last Parade” as photographs of the Light Horseman appeared on the screen. The audience were silent; you could have heard a pin drop. The Meeniyan Ecumenical Choir gave such a beautiful performance that Russell Broadbent later stood and gave them another well deserved accolade and also the cake! The beautiful birthday cake, made and decorated by Glenys Thomson, was cut by life member Harry Prosser, who was assisted by his grandson Mark Coulter. The specially formed band finished off the night with a bracket of songs from the wartimes. We must give a special thank you to Lynda Fromhold for her help with the music, photographic display and choir. DVDs will be available of the photographic display and the music, for $10 plus $2.50 postage and handling. Please contact Eric Mould on 5664 7376.

Man for the moment: life member Harry Prosser cuts the birthday cake.

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Focus on school vandals By Matt Dunn KORUMBURRA Primary School is ready to install closed circuit TV cameras to stem a rising tide of vandalism attacks. The technology is already in place at Korumburra Secondary College. “We’ve had a few incidents lately of kids in the school ground. While I’m of the opinion that the school is there for everyone to use, as long as they use the school wisely, we’re considering installing CCTV cameras,� Korumburra PS principal Bill Jeffs said. “It’s not so much that I want to catch the people, but I want them to understand that if they do the wrong thing we’ll know who it is.� Korumburra Secondary College principal Lynne Hardy said her school had several cameras and spent another

$5000 on the technology after an attack during the Christmas school holidays. The attack and the upgrading gouged a total of $10,000 out of the school’s educational budget for 2009. “I have 500 students here, which means I have a bigger budget than other schools. With a bigger budget you can buy more things. If I was at Wonthaggi I’d have a bigger budget again and I’d have the cameras in every single corridor,� Ms Hardy said. Ms Hardy was loath to reveal how many cameras were in operation at the school but said they were “inside and out�. “It’s a huge expense to a school. It’s huge. We shouldn’t have to do it, but unfortunately there are some people around who do damage things,� she said. “We had some damage at the start of the year and it was expensive. We’ve had to pay many, many

thousands of dollars to put cameras in. It’s deplorable that we have to waste money dedicated toward the education of our children. “There aren’t many secondary colleges now that don’t have cameras for the insurance of their school. If we had more money, we’d have more cameras so we don’t have to have these incidents. They are a deterrent.â€? Ms Hardy said it was unfortunate but “crime has increased in our societyâ€?. “As a form of insurance we’ve chosen to spend some of our money allocated for education on cameras to protect our students and our property. However, it is not an easy decision to make,â€? she said. Property damage crimes in the region rose by 21 per cent on the previous 12 months, according to police ďŹ gures. Chief of the Bass Coast South

Gippsland Police Service Area Inspector Brian Curley acknowledged that a rise in vandalism was “an issue and we are concerned. “Property damage is one of our current focuses, as it was a huge problem last ďŹ nancial year,â€? he said. “We had some analysis done for the whole Gippsland area and we tried to drill it down to locations and other categories. It was a huge spike last year and has been trending up over the last few years. “CCTV is a deterrent once people know it is there and we have had some success identifying people. Our reported crime data doesn’t reect the extent of the problem, we are aware of that.â€? In many respects, vandalism, in and out of schools, is a problem that goes largely unreported. A spokesperson from the Department of Education Gippsland

said there was no way to estimate the extent of the problem, as most school vandalism attacks were not reported to the department. Many principals contacted by The Star were loath to speak about the issue. Leongatha Primary School acting principal Grant Kuhne had also entertained the idea of installing the cameras, but was concerned they would only be smashed by the vandals. It was difďŹ cult to estimate the cost of attacks, Mr Kuhne said, but “it adds up, it does add upâ€?. He described the problem as “quietly dishearteningâ€?. But the attacks abated after some of the perpetrators were caught. The detective work did not take much digging. “They left their names in paint,â€? Mr Kuhne explained.

Out of the rough, into print LEONGATHA Golf Club’s centenary celebrations included the launch of a book about the club’s history. Out of the Rough was

compiled by club member Jon Smith and incorporates the original history of the club by the late Gordon West that was titled From Forest to Fairway. The 120 page book was

New book: Jon Smith with a history of the Leongatha Golf Club called Out of the Rough, which he compiled.

launched at the club on Friday night. The Leongatha Golf Club began in 1909 at the current site of the Woorayl Golf Club. In the late 1950s the club voted to ďŹ nd a new location to construct an 18 hole golf course. They moved to the current site in 1960. Jon said the way the golf course was created out of heavily timbered land was one of the most interesting facts in the book. The course was designed by Vern Morcom who was a superintendent at Kingston Heath Golf Club at the time. “The bush was too thick to walk through, so he designed it from topographic maps,â€? Jon said. “People who come to play the course are almost unanimous that it is a brilliant layout for a golf

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course.â€? More recent, notable events include the club’s ďŹ nancial crisis in the mid1990s and the planting of santa ana couch on the fairways. Jon spent 10 months on the book and was relieved when the time-consuming process was over. “Towards the end (of the process) when it came to the printing time I felt restricted in taking a holiday,â€? he said. “I felt I needed to be here until it was completed.â€?

Reading the greens: Centenary committee members peruse the book on Friday night. Clockwise from left are Daryl Pease, Jack Cummins, Vic Rowlands, Terry Poulton, Pat West, author Jon Smith and Robyn Dennis.

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Hospital in red By Jane Ross

BASS Coast Regional Health has a deficit of $2.183 million. That’s way above last year’s $390,000. It’s due in large measure to the costs of running the fully staffed emergency department at the Wonthaggi Hospital. The health service has to meet all the emergency department medical, pathology, radiology and ambulance transfer costs. The latter alone came to more than $500,000. The emergency area is also responsible for an increase in incidents of patient aggression, up from eight to 11 per cent. It has already outgrown its capacity, which is being extended by a $3 million State Government grant. The Wonthaggi Medical Group is staffing a GP clinic in a suite opposite emergency, between 9am and 10pm. Health service CEO Ms Lea Pope, said this is helping ease the strain on emergency services. The 30 bed Armitage House nursing home is a drain too. The building is 15 years old and Ms Pope said it

doesn’t meet people’s expectations. As a result, it only has a bed occupancy rate of 83 per cent, which is uneconomic. The rebuilding of the aged care facility and a new dental clinic are listed as priorities on a site master plan. But this has been held up by a sub regional health services plan which is running at least six months late. It will provide a blueprint for health services for Bass Coast and South Gippsland shires for the next 10 years. Ms Pope said the dental clinic has four chairs but because of the way they are configured, only three can be effectively used. The health service treated a record 7123 acute inpatients and 11,563 emergencies. To help ease the financial pressures, a full financial review of the health service has been undertaken. Ms Pope said this is nearly finished. “We are putting in place a raft of saving strategies to improve revenue.” Despite the difficulties, the community remains supportive of the health service and particularly the hospital, rating it above the State average in overall satisfaction surveys and donating a total of $1.290 million.

Christmas may come early SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council expects to know the results of a panel hearing into several town structure plans before Christmas. Appointed by the Planning Minister Justin Madden, the panel comprised two consultants, Peter Newman

and Andrew Clarke. They heard submissions regarding Amendment C46 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme, which affect the entire townships, including surrounding areas of Leongatha, Mirboo North, Foster and Loch, concerning changes to the Municipal Strategic Statement (MSS) of those towns. The

amendment does not involve any land rezoning. Regarding Leongatha, the panel members heard submissions concerning the Business 4 Zone, including properties at both sides of the South Gippsland highway, as well as residential land at Gibson and Shingler Streets.

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Construction of the Victorian Desalination Project is now underway and the project has entered a new phase of community consultation. Offers of compensation for the pipeline and power supply easement are being made over the coming weeks and the precise location of the easements is known. The desalination project will secure up to 150 billion litres of water per year, guaranteeing a rainfall independent source of water for Melbourne, South Gippsland and Westernport. First Community Liaison Group meeting The first meeting of the Community Liaison Group (CLG) was held on 30 October 2009. The CLG, under the independent chairmanship of John Nicol, brings together community representatives, councils, DSE, AquaSure and its design and construction contractor, Thiess Degrémont, to consult communities during the construction phase. Former Bass Coast Shire Council Mayor Neville Goodwin and current Cardinia Branch Victorian Farmers Federation President Ian Anderson will represent communities from Bass Coast and Cardinia Shires respectively. Two public rounds of expression of interest advertisements have not resulted in any applications for local community representation from the City of Casey. However, nomination opportunities remain open and would be welcomed. The local community representation is supplemented by representation from each respective council as well. DSE is looking forward to building on existing relationships developed with councils and the community over the past two years through the CLG as the project progresses through the design and construction phase. Current community representative contacts are: • Neville Goodwin: 5657 7245 or 0439 852 779 or goodwin@aussiebroadband.com.au • Ian Anderson: 5942 5594 or 0427 991 921 or anviewi@dcsi.net.au Land acquisition and compensation DSE is responsible for carrying out the land acquisition and compensation for the project and for the provision of the necessary easements and temporarily occupied land to AquaSure (the successful bidder for the project). Easement location confirmed The location of the water transfer pipeline has been the subject of landowner consultation, environmental research, technical investigations, planning processes and approvals for the past two years. As well as direct consultation with landowners, the route was published in the Environment Effects Statement (EES) in August 2008 and a public comment and inquiry process provided a formal mechanism for members of the public to raise issues. The DSE Project Team has had a dedicated landowner liaison team established since 2007. During the development of the pipeline route, which now also accommodates the underground power supply for most of its length, a number of landowners requested route changes and more than 30 amendments were made. DSE and AquaSure have further developed the route, taking into account issues raised during the bidding phase, particularly with the inclusion of underground power supply as requested by the community.

With the awarding of the contract in July 2009, the final route of the 84km-long easement was established. Landowners were contacted by letter again at that time to advise of the forthcoming processes for acquisition and compensation. Easements were acquired through publication of Notices of Acquisition in September 2009. A short extension to the easement was needed to connect the underground power cable to the Cranbourne Terminal Station through an existing electricity easement. This was created through Notices of Acquisition published in October 2009. Compensation offers Offers of compensation to landowners affected by the water transfer pipeline and power supply easement are being made progressively and have commenced. DSE is working within the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986 to create the easement on behalf of Melbourne Water through the publication of Notices of Acquisition.

Lovely Loch THE first Loch Village Garden Festival was won by Naureen Keilar.

Mrs Keilar (pictured above) won top prize with a mixed orchard, vegetable and cottage garden. Runner-up was Judy Watson (pictured right) and third prize went to Rosemary Lowndes (on the left). “We had a great day yesterday, with many first time visitors to Loch Village for our first garden festival,” said Howard Booth, of Carringtons antiques store, a festival sponsor. Mary Graham’s garden talk was well received at The Gilded Lily Restaurant. She was presented with a hamper of some of Gippsland’s finest food products which was donated by Hard Loch Café. Shown below is Judi Brown, of San Remo, who spotted some fetching works of mosaic at a garage sale in Loch. Ms Brown visited Loch for the garden show, but she discovered some other treasures as well.

Other pipeline projects have started construction before acquiring land, which is also possible under legislation, however DSE has chosen to begin the compensation process as soon as possible by acquiring land before construction. DSE was not required to serve Notices of Intention to Acquire before proceeding to Notices of Acquisition. This was due to the long period of consultation and technical investigations, the EES process and the need to start work on this vital water project. The process of identifying the easement location through the EES process, individual landowner consultation and before construction commences was to ensure certainty could be provided to landowners as to the location of the project infrastructure, and to allow the process of compensation to landowners to commence early. Under the provisions of the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986, offers of compensation cannot be made until the relevant formal acquisition notices are served. The timeframe for making offers has been extended in order to allow the Valuer-General’s Office to undertake the valuations, given the logistics of completing assessments for more than 125 landowners at one time across the easement. This change is allowed by the Act.

National Bowel Cancer Screening Program Resumed The Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing resumed screening under the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program on 2 November 2009. If you participated in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program between 1 December 2008 and 11 May 2009, you may need to retake the test. Screening was temporarily suspended in May following identification of a problem with the Faecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) used for screening in the Program.

Landowners are entitled to seek their own legal and valuation advice, and DSE will pay reasonable costs for obtaining this advice.

The FOBT used during this time returned a lower than expected positivity rate. This means that some people who tested negative for signs of bowel cancer may not have received an accurate result.

Following agreement on the amount of compensation, payment is usually made within 30 - 60 days. However, landowners can request an advance of the compensation equivalent to the offer without prejudicing the final compensation payable.

The issue with the screening test has been addressed and replacement FOBTs are now being offered to affected people. If you are in this group, when you receive your letter you are encouraged to complete the screening test for bowel cancer again.

Each landowner has a dedicated individual from the DSE Project Team allocated to assist them and who have been identified in correspondence. For more information: DSE Customer Service Centre - 136 186 DSE Victorian Desalination Project - (03) 9948 2800 Email: desalination.project@dse.vic.gov.au Internet: www.ourwater.vic.gov.au

Priority will be given to people who completed the test and received a negative or inconclusive result. It is anticipated that this group will be offered test kits by Christmas. Between mid-January and March 2010, most other affected people will be offered a test kit. More information can be obtained from the program website at www.cancerscreening.gov.au or by contacting the Program Information Line on 1800 118 868.

Address: Desalination Project, Department of Sustainability and Environment, PO Box 500, East Melbourne 3002

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Beached project hope By Jane Ross THE need for desalination accommodation has drawn the controversial Broadbeach development back into the public arena at Inverloch. Owners, the Omni Development Group, say they have been approached to provide rental accommodation to construction workers and have applied to Bass Coast Council to vary the development overlay on the site. Some nearby residents aren’t happy about that, citing potential noise and traffic congestion among their concerns. One is Alex Hawkins, who lives about 200 metres away in Lindsey Close. His street, which is very narrow, offers the only entrance to Broadbeach. He said in the event of fire, the prospect of his neighbours and desalination plant tenants at Broadbeach trying to flee along the narrow road are alarming. Dave Sutton, president of both the Inverloch Residents and Ratepayers Association and the South Gippsland Conservation Society, said he’d be seeking a meeting with the shire to discuss the application. He is concerned that if council

accepts changes to the development plan overlay, the community will have no further say. “That’s the nature of a development plan overlay. Back when it was put in, we were totally unaware of the ramifications. It was a recommendation made by a panel.” Mr Sutton said he and others had opposed the Broadbeach development “for years and years and years”. “We were never happy …. it’s not doing the environment any good.” Mr Hawkins said at this late stage of his life, he doesn’t want to have to expend energy on battling developers or councils. “This is a major issue in the development of Inverloch.” He said he received a letter from Bass Coast Council dated November 6, which stated that the changes to the plan affect the north-west area of the site, “which would allow for a permit application to develop residential accommodation, a hotel component in the existing community building and other uses”. That, said Mr Hawkins, tells him nothing. As a retired engineer, he is unimpressed by the development plan map attached to the council letter. “It doesn’t even have a north point!”

He said the letter indicates the council is seriously considering a proposal by a developer for a third hotel in Inverloch, with little detail of the new proposal given or apparently available. Mr Hawkins is also critical of the brief time frame given to lodge objections or submissions. He said he received his council notification on November 9 and the comment period closes on November 20. He said he will lodge comments by that deadline and has discussed the matter with Bass Coast’s Cr Ross Smith. Lou Garita, an associate director with the Omni Property Group, said the application was prompted by the short term accommodation needs of desalination plant contractors. He said it had always been the group’s intention to seek a part commercial use for the community building that is already on the site. This would include a health club, available to Broadbeach residents and the wider community and a café. “We won’t be seeking a hotel or general liquor licence, but we will be seeking a restricted licence for café needs.” The Omni Group is holding an open day at Broadbeach on December 5.

Not happy: Dave Sutton (left) and Alex Hawkins outside the Broadbeach development. They are looking at a letter from Bass Coast Council telling them about an application to vary the site’s development overlay.

Star scoops award THE Great Southern Star newspaper has won the Victorian Country Press Association’s 2009 Award for Journalism in the 3000-10,000 circulation category. The announcement was made at a Gala dinner on Saturday night at Rochford Winery in the Yarra Valley. “The winner, with definitely more than a head in front of the pack, was The Great Southern Star,” states the judge, Dr Mandy Oakham, a senior lecturer in journalism at RMIT. “This entrant was a stand out, with very powerful fronts with a production staff not frightened of trying something different in terms of layout and use of photographs. “The not-to-be missed headline “Footbrawl” did its job, grabbing the reader by the throat, especially with pictures of “the good”, “the bad”, and “the ugly”spread out across the top of this page which was dominated by the colours of the winning football team, which had its victory marred by drunken violence,” the judge stated. “Other great fronts included the action captured as a local councillor was attacked in the council chambers.” The front featuring the celebration of a win for local hero Jarryd Roughead and his Hawks in the 2008 AFL grand final also caught the eye of the judge. “This paper surely demonstrates that just because news is local it is not lacking in impact or drama. This is good hard news coverage at

Good for us!: The Star team is happy to have been recognised with an award. Front from left, Holly Riske, Anne Pinkstone, Judy Nicholls, Bert van Bedaf, Tony Giles, Helen Bowering, Joy Morgan and Sue Fleming. Back from left, Matt Dunn, Jane Ross, Chris Brown, Mark Drury, Danny Buttler, Margaret Aeschlimann, Barb Lee, Michelle Chandler. Absent are Brad Lester, Gavin Van Eede, David Tattersall, Robyn Morgan and Judy Van Velzen. its best, be it on the sports field or in the council chambers.” Publisher of The Star, Tony Giles, praised the paper’s journalists for their efforts in gaining the award: editor Danny Buttler, and journalists Jane Ross, Bert van Bedaf, Brad Lester, Matt Dunn, and Chris Brown. “We don’t go out expecting these awards but it is great to receive them,” Mr Giles said. “I would also like to thank our production team for some great layouts; and indeed all our staff from administration, to advertising, to

graphic reproduction; I see it as a solid team effort.” Highly commended in this cateogory were The Riverine Herald, Echuca, Pakenham-Berwick Gazette and the South Gippsland Sentinel-Times. The Star’s sister newspaper, the Yarram Standard, collected the award for Local Reporting in the under 3000 circulation category for its extensive fire coverage. The awards were sponsored by Australia Post.

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POLICE BRIEFS

Crime scene return

KORUMBURRA Police were called to a motor vehicle accident on Barnes Road, Kardella on Sunday but did not find anyone at the crash site. However, a subsequent trip back found “about five people around the car,” one of whom was arrested on a string of charges. “Members have arrested a 19-year-old man from Berwick,” Korumburra Police’s Sergeant Clive Smith said. “The car had been stolen the week before from an exgirlfriend of his. He was interviewed for the theft of a motor car, reckless conduct endangering persons, driving in a dangerous manner, unlicensed driving and a couple of other traffic offences. “He also had a number of outstanding warrants that were executed. He was conveyed to the Morwell watchhouse to face the Morwell Court.” The man also had a quantity of cannabis on him and was charged with possession of the drug.

Arson bail A 23-YEAR-OLD man accused of lighting fires that destroyed 30 homes in and around Mirboo North last summer has had his bail extended until next year. The Delburn fires started near Boolarra on January 29 and caused about $20 million damage.

The accused man from Mirboo North cannot be named. He has been charged with 12 offences, including arson and criminal damage. He appeared in the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court last week and will return to court on April 19, 2010.

Theft arrest WONTHAGGI detectives have arrested a 45-yearold man over a spate of burglaries and thefts at Phillip Island. Detectives executed a search warrant at a Ventnor address this morning and uncovered a large amount of alleged stolen building materials and cannabis plants. The Ventnor man is expected to be charged with burglary, theft and drug related offences. Detective Senior Constable Rob Brown from Wonthaggi Crime Investigation Unit said they were pleased with the results of the investigation. “It is a good outcome for builders in the Phillip Island area, who were inconvenienced and out of pocket after losing a large amount of vital materials”.

King hit A FISH Creek youth suffered facial injuries, including a broken nose, after being king hit by another male at a party at the Port Franklin hall on Sat-

urday at about 9.30pm. The 17-year-old had just arrived at the party when the assault occurred. “Police are asking witnesses to the assault to contact the Foster Police station,” Foster Police’s Leading Senior Constable Karen McDonald said.

Port Welshpool burglary A BURGLARY and theft of a TV and microwave oven occurred at a holiday house at Townsend Street, Port Welshpool. “The theft was reported on Sunday and occurred between that time and November 8. It was discovered by the owners, who went down there to do a bit of a tidy up,” Foster Police’s Leading Senior Constable Karen McDonald said. “It was a forced entry and it appears someone may have squatted in there for a day or two.”

Shed fire FOSTER and Fish Creek CFA crews and Foster Police attended a fire that claimed a shed and almost took hold of an adjacent house in Kayser Road, Foster. The blaze occurred on Monday, November 9 and caused

$10,000 in damage. “The fire appears to have started in an area around the battery pack of a solar unit in a shed. It’s engulfed and destroyed the shed and a number of items stored in it,” Foster Police’s Leading Senior Constable Karen McDonald said. “It’s then spread into the grass and gone toward the house. Fire did not reach the house and Foster and Fish Creek CFA were able to control it without further damage.”

Booze blitz BASS Coast TMU booked a drunk driver after she attended a wedding at the Korumburra Golf Club on Saturday. “It was Saturday night about 11.30, when we tested a vehicle at the corner of Korumburra and Warragul Road. The breath test revealed she had a blood alcohol content of .117,” Bass Coast TMU’s Leading Senior Constable Ian Bruhn said. “The 22-year-old female from Frankston had been to a wedding at the Korumburra Golf Club. There was a penalty notice issued there, with an immediate suspension of licence.” The woman was the second person breath tested by the TMU. The operation was funded by the TAC.

Red alert on coast Continued from page 1. “A seafood restaurant near the water would be sensational,” Mr Harry enthused. “It would be a valuable asset for the shire, the local people, weekenders and holiday makers.” Mr Harry said the caravan park was already putting $3.5 million into the local economy and he wanted to add further growth by creating more jobs. “I live here and work here and I provide employment for local people. A restaurant would be a great addition,” Mr Harry said. Ten objections were made to council. Objectors believed it would have an adverse impact on neighbouring properties, but more importantly, they claimed the site “would be prone to flooding from rising sea levels due to the impact of climate change”. Melbourne resident Deborah Myers, who owns a three-storey property behind Brown St, took the case to the tribunal on behalf of the objectors. At the June 22 hearing this year, the objectors were asked to provide a “hazard vulnerability assessment” before a decision could be made. Presiding tribunal member Tracey Bilston-McGillen said no proper decision could be made “without a proper assessment of the impact of climate change and in particular the effect of storm surges on the proposed subdivision and future construction of a dwelling. “I have accepted the precautionary principle of the Managing Coastal Hazards and the Coastal Impacts of Climate Change, general practice note December 2008.” It is State Government policy to plan for a sea level rise of “not less than .8 metres by 2100 and allow for the combined effects of tide, storm surges, coast process and local conditions”, stated in its Victorian Coastal Strategy 2008. The tribunal report also cited the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority, which advised that the property was “directly opposite the beach and thus the potential impact of climate change should be considered.” Ms Myers presented the required assessment late October and is now waiting for the final decision. She said the block was “prone to flooding” and rising sea levels as part of climate change were now part of future assessments. She said preventative options included building a rock wall as a form of dune fortification, raising Gale St or moving the street further way from the sea. She also believed construction of a restaurant on the corner was “not a good visual to the gateway of Waratah Bay”. “It is out of keeping with the Waratah amenities. We’d like to keep this part of the world not over-developed,” Mr Myers said. Mr Harry, who bought the land early last August from Telfano Holdings which was mentioned as the respondent at the June 22 hearing, is also anxiously awaiting the ruling, hoping it will be in his favour. He believed the assessment presented to the tribunal was not quite right. “I don’t believe the coastal report was totally correct,” Mr Harry said. “It failed to mention that seven houses already exist at the same level. This would not have gone to VCAT if the person next-door had not objected. There should be no drama with the subdivision at all.” If the decision goes against Mr Harry, the land will not be available for further development, which is a big risk. “Life’s full of risks,” Mr Harry said. “There’s nothing I can do at the moment.”

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NATIONAL RURAL AND REMOTE HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM

INVITATION TO APPLY FOR FUNDING (ITA 161/0910) FOURTH ROUND The Department of Health and Ageing is calling for applications for funding under the National Rural and Remote Health Infrastructure Program (NRRHIP). The Australian Government has allocated $46 million over four years (2008-09 to 2011-12) to improve opportunities for partnerships and multidisciplinary approaches to the delivery of health services in rural and remote communities through better access to funding for infrastructure and equipment. The NRRHIP aims to: • improve access to health services by providing funding to rural and remote communities to establish new, or enhance existing, walk-in/walk-out primary health care and medical facilities where the lack of infrastructure (capital works and/or equipment) is a barrier to the delivery of essential health services; • increase the range of/or enhance existing privately insurable health services available to rural and remote Australia; • improve the resources and facilities available to private general practitioners to assist with the training of registrars and medical students; and • improve the viability of small rural private hospitals and bush nursing centres. Funding of up to $500,000 (GST exclusive) is available to eligible applicants seeking to provide services in rural and remote communities with populations of up to 20,000 people. All applicants must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) or an Australian Company Number (ACN) to apply for funding under the NRRHIP. Organisations or individuals interested in applying for funding under the NRRHIP can obtain the Application, Eligibility Guidelines and Application Form from the following website: www.health.gov.au/tenders or by telephone: 1800 780 939. Applications must be lodged by COB FRIDAY 29 January 2010 Please note: late, faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. adcorp17304

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THE Blokes’ Concert at Celia Rosser Gallery in Fish Creek was a complete sell-out on Sunday. There was not a spare seat left as more than 100 people crowded the gallery space to hear a sensational array of memorable songs, presented by Leongatha’s queen of music Carmel Slater, who also played piano. Other musicians were Hilary Harrison (flute), Michael Killian (cello and double bass) and Josh Hooke (piano). IS there anyone for roast chicken in Leongatha? Spotted on the internet was this observation, of which below is an edited version. “We are living in Leongatha and looking at opening a roast chicken shop. It is an opportunity that we have identified in the market since moving here around 18 months ago. Our basic approach would be a higher end barbecue chook shop, but not charcoal, with lots of great fresh salads that change daily/regularly. We would also do other chicken products, all made fresh, like vol-au-vents, chicken pies, chicken rolls, basically using the left over roast chickens. We would also consider doing take-home frozen meals and homemade soups in winter.” FREE children’s activities, free musical entertainment, free community street breakfast plus many other free activities are the order of the day at Meeniyan this coming weekend. These other free activities include wine tastings, art workshops, massage, mini art market, Praise in the Park,

Vocalist Terry Lay also played mandolin and guitar. Some of the outstanding favourites were Vincent by Terry Lay, Sting’s Fields of Gold by David Durrant, Nobody needs to know by 16-year-old talent Josh Gardiner, What are you doing the rest of your life by Trevor Campbell, Danny Boy by Kevin Slater, the moving Bring him home by the two Jean Valjeans Charles Gruen and John Watson, and the rousing You’ll never

walk alone by a mesmerising Russell Hemming. Proceeds of this and last week’s concert went to charity. New concerts are being planned for next year. Pictured above with Leongatha’s queen of music, Carmel Slater are “The Blokes” from left, back row, Charles Gruen, Tim Gesell, Kevin Slater, David Durrant, Trevor Campbell, Terry Lay, and front trio, Russell Hemming, Josh Gardiner and John Watson

TAKING some time out for a well earned rest and to celebrate his 21st at the Royal Hotel, Loch on Saturday, November 7 was Angus McLaren, who plays Nathan in Channel Seven’s top rating Packed to the Rafters. After celebrating with Rafters co-stars in Sydney, it was more of a family and friends celebration at Loch. There were some cast members there from Ten’s H2o program. The McLarens, who live at Krowera, are pictured at the celebrations, from left, Peter, Aidan, Karina, Angus and Rhett McLaren. jam sessions at the pub and a free Try Bowls morning at the Meeniyan Bowls Club. This is going to be a bonza celebratory weekend with the three Lyrebird Arts Council 10th Anniversary concerts all sold out. Invite your friends and family to join in the free family fun. THE Leongatha Community House is running Chainsaw Operations Level 1 course Saturday, November 21. Please

call 5662 3962 for more details. WOORAYL Lodge is holding its annual fete on Saturday November 28, starting at 9am. There’ll be all the fun of the fair with cakes, snowballs, a white elephant stall, Devonshire tea, plants, craft, raffles, mini pancakes and a sausage sizzle. The fete is run by the lodge auxiliary, which is raising money to continue replacing beds in the hostel with those which can be raised and lowered as needed. THE combined churches of Meeniyan and Mirboo North are again planning their annual Christmas lunch for those who would otherwise be on their own. One of the organisers is Bill Comans, who said he and his wife Gillian have family scattered around the world. They enjoy going to the lunch at the Meeniyan Uniting Church Hall, to share a meal and fellowship with others. The event has been running for a number of years. It began with 18 participants and last Christmas, 51 attended. There is no cost

and those who go enjoy singing Christmas carols and generally just having a pleasant time. “The past events have been very well received and we have people on the day say: book me in for next year,” said Bill. Bookings are essential. Ring Bill on 5664 2462 or Mary, 5664 7228.

THE Australian Taxation Office acknowledged the work of the South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau taxhelp volunteers last week. Chris Ramsden, Gippsland Client Service Manager, together with Fran Kearney, Victorian Tax Help manager, presented each of the volunteers with an ATO gift and also used the occasion to thank the volunteers on behalf of the tax office. Tax help volunteers from Wonthaggi and Philip Island were also acknowledged. Chris also presented the South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau and the other supporting venues in Wonthaggi and Phillip Island with a certificate acknowledging their involvement.

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Wonthaggi celebrates HUNDREDS of people flocked to Wonthaggi’s Centenary celebrations, which were held at the grounds off Garden Street on the weekend.

Fire fighting: Wonthaggi CFA crew members Don Johnson, Nathan Stebbing and Stuart Zaffarese are well prepared for a hot summer. Full voice: the Mitchell House Singers were in full voice on Saturday. There were 17 singers on stage, treating the audience to a wide range of songs.

The Wonthaggi Citizen’s Band and Mitchell House Singers provided much entertainment, but mine tours and a variety of stalls, face painting and woodworking were also in demand. Other attractions included vintage cars, buskers and a fire fighting display. Celebrations continue on November 25 with a morning tea at the State Coal Mine with Parks Victoria.

Vintage dress: Rebecca Dell wore a miner’s dress for the occasion. Her great grandfather and grandfather worked at the mines.

Working wood: Several youngsters enjoyed trying a bit of carpentry. Here six-year-old Kaitlyn Dicker tried out a hammer with help from Arthur Phillips.

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Listen to the experts Cold service SERVING cold soup to the elderly, frail and disabled would seem a recipe for criticism. South Gippsland Shire Council, which operates Meals on Wheels, has decided that hot soup can no longer be provided by its small army of volunteers. There are a number of reasons for this, but the bottom line is, that some people will now have to eat their soup cold. Everyone understands that public liability, health regulations and other bureaucratic restrictions are a major impost on those who provide services such as Meals on Wheels. But surely common sense must play a part as well. If someone is unable to take a bowl of soup to a microwave oven to heat it up, then they have no choice but to leave their meal or eat it cold. Perhaps those who can’t heat their soup could register for a volunteer to heat the meal in the microwave. Meals on Wheels is a wonderful institution that has served the community admirably for many years. It would be a pity if this service became too tangled in red tape to continue the job it has been doing so well.

Big decision A SMALL residential block in sleepy Waratah Bay could be become the focus of national attention in coming weeks. VCAT’s approach to the potential for sea level rises could be critical in its decision on a subdivision in the coastal township. If VCAT finds that sea surges could flood across the Waratah Bay dunes and down into the nearby property, it will have ramifications for coastal property owners from Mallacoota to Nelson. There will be plenty of interest when the decision gets handed down, with millions of dollars and the dreams of many landowners in the hands of the VCAT tribunal.

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BARONESS Valerie Amos, Britain’s new high commissioner in Canberra, expressed her surprise last week at the level of climate change scepticism that continues to circulate and hinder Australia as we draw closer to the vote for a Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS) at the Copenhagen negotiations. Sceptical analysis is what scientists do for a living. They challenge the evidence of their own findings then, when they think that they may have a coherent theory, they present it to their counterparts for further challenge. This is the peer review process. Similarly, scepticism is a healthy approach for non-scientists when hearing new information, especially that which is subjective and especially that from our politicians and media. But persistent dogged scepticism by the unqualified (eg. politicians, newspaper columnists, mining executives), to contradict many years of accumulated peer-reviewed scientific research by those highly qualified in their field, is just plain obstinate. Climate change is being evidenced by scientists from many different fields eg. glaciology, meteorology, geology, oceanography, biology, ecology. In every field of scientific study, there are uncertainties and scientists don’t claim to have all the answers or explanations. But they’re telling us what they’re finding and the majority of the evidence points to a very bleak future. So, instead of yelling them down, let’s take time to listen and learn. Let’s allow them to show us the big picture of what’s happening across the planet, and not limit our vision to what’s happening here in South Gippsland. Sure, our reduced rainfall and rising temperatures might be just another typical drought but, when coupled with innumerable and unprecedented changes in climate patterns the world over, and a spiralling population largely dependent on fossil fuels, you don’t need to be a proverbial rocket scientist to join the dots. Kate Ferguson Walkerville

Referendum 1988 I HAVE been sent a document, downloaded from the internet. I am so pleased that some residents find my letters interesting, even amusing enough to make contact. The document is headed “Australian Referendum 1988” (Local Government) and asks the question, do you, the public, want local government to be given legal constitutional status? The people, unfortunately said no on a roughly 2:1 ratio. I have to admit, I had no idea the referendum took place, but without doubt it was a lost opportunity to bring about critical constitutional reform. When Gareth Evans, that impressive personality, was a member of the Hawke-Keating reformist government, I visited his office in Dandenong. To my surprise a celebration was in full

swing. The question of the republic and Australia having “its own man as head of state” was topical. Mr Evans asked me what did I think about the question. I replied that for all practical purposes Australia already had its own man in the important position and that such a change would be largely symbolic. I suggest that a more comprehensive restructuring was required. Did I have something more specific in mind, he asked. I told him the abolition of the states and the establishment of suitably sized regional, local authorities would be a good question for a referendum. His surprising response was to say the Labor Government put that question to the people some years ago but unfortunately it was not supported. He also actually said, “I couldn’t agree more”.

VOXPOP! VOX Has the Tiger Woods phenomenon affected your interest in golf?

Not particularly. I’m not much of a golf fan. I’m more into footy. Though it’s good to have someone like that in the country. Dannielle Guiney Nerrena

I have been watching it ever since he’s been here though I don’t play golf. He’s a champion. Norman Burchell Leongatha

None whatsoever. I don’t have the time to play golf unfortunately. Rose O’Halloran Korumburra

Marginally more. There’s Tiger Woods and then there’s everybody else. I was sort of interested in golf anyway. It’s a nice gentle sport. Jocelyn Boyd-Richards Koonwarra

Recently we had, yet again, the State Government interfering in our local regional affairs. The reason given was the need to protect good agricultural land. The people of South Gippsland should have heard by now of the C48 regulations that restricted further development and damaged the lives of many. I heard a journalist on the radio saying, “they are using a sledge hammer to crack a nut”. That sounds right to me. What a way to run a country, and we can’t simplify our constitution to ensure that all the people are involved and justly treated. It is over 100 years since federation. That was the time of the horse and buggy, perhaps the telegraph and certainly weeks of riding between cities. The states were probably necessary then. We now however have a world of instantaneous communications and every practical facility. Do we still need the states? It would appear not; hardly a week passes without some eminent person declaring the unmentionable, it is time to remove one layer of government. The likes of Mr Ken-Umby, together realise only too well their days are numbered, they must grab back the power and the initiative whilst they can. Governance is increasingly complicated and difficult. Global corporates restrict the power of Canberra, the states of course are largely subservient to the central government, and as the 1988 referendum suggests, the local government doesn’t really exist. Therefore, I suggest that although the State Government will frantically resist change (it is so nice to wield power) let us pose the referendum question again, we much simplify our constitution by legalising the local authorities and abolish the states. Let’s do it! Ron Brown Turtons Creek

Council legality

HOW legal are our municipal councils and the Local Government under The Australian Constitution? As a former Casey Councillor, it has been brought to my attention that our local government and councils are not recognised under The Australian Constitution of 1901, which overrides the Victorian Constitution Act 1975, acknowledging the two tiers of Government; Commonwealth and State, not local government. Where under the Constitution does it state Local Government? Referring to the Constitution Referendum 1988, an attempt was made to establish Local Governments in each state, as opposed to the Victorian Governments Legislation, the Local Government Act 1989, however the proposed law was defeated. Under the constitution this referendum was voted by Australians with a no vote by 66.39 per cent Australia wide and a 63.39 per cent by Victorian voters. This proposal stated, “To alter the Constitution to recognise Local Government….The Constitution recognises government at the Commonwealth and State levels but makes no mention of local government.” Can we trust our current illegal local government, less another tier of government and should party politics and political parties be incorporated into local government? Should we Victorians be paying Council rates, parking and infringement fines and penalties under these councils? What about our planning laws and other council costs? Paul Richardson JP Casey Community Watchdog

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Venus backlash By Matt Dunn DISCONTENT continues to grown in the Venus Bay community, with the replacement of South Gippsland Shire Council’s regular community bus service.

A V/Line bus is being trialled in the town for 12 months, offering a shuttle to Leongatha and beyond. But some residents say it is not the same as what has been lost, a service that delivered the elderly and those with a disability to their door. However, South Gippsland Shire Council’s Cr Kieran Kennedy, himself a resident of the town, has defended the new V/Line service. “Venus Bay is classified as a remote township and to be able to ride a bus service to Southern Cross, I think, is a

great improvement,” he said. He said residents had not lost out in the deal: “No, particularly with the new service and pharmacy in Tarwin Lower. People need to be reminded that this is a trial. “If groups or any association want to book the community bus it is still available. If anyone wants to book the shire car for a medical service it is also available. I also encourage people to think about using the doctor’s service at the Tarwin Lower and District Community Health Centre,” he said. “We also have a chemist in Tarwin Lower, which is open five days a week.” Cr Kennedy said the V/Line bus was just $1.80 for a concession card holder travelling to Leongatha. But people like Pauline Henwood, who penned a letter to The Star on the subject last week, believes the township has lost a great service. “I think the V/Line bus is a good

idea, but I don’t think it can replace the community bus,” she said. “The shire’s not with the program, in regards to what people need the community bus for. The people who need the service get picked up at their door. They’re the ones who need the bus to drop their shopping home.” Mrs Henwood argued that many people lived a long way from where the V/Line bus stopped on Lees Road, the main thoroughfare through the town. Venus Bay octogenarian Cath Diss, was also angered by the cancellation of the regular service. “It’s my biggest bug bear. I try not to think about it. I get so upset,” she said. “The service we had picked us up at the door and took us to the doctor’s, the shops and then dropped us back at our door. It would even take our messages out for us. They did everything really.” Mrs Diss said her husband Wally now

drives the couple to the shops and to other appointments, but is forced to rest a couple of times on the way. “He gets weary. We shopped today but it’s a bit of a problem,” she said. The community bus’s driver, John Classon, who had been in the role for 14 years, said he was terminated from the position without a word of thanks. “I drove that bus for 14 years and I only got notified on the Friday that the next Thursday I wasn’t required, because it had been taken out of service,” he said. “There was not a thank-you, nothing from the shire for doing that job for 14 years.” He said the help of Leongatha’s IGA and Safeway supermarkets in carting shopping over to the bus stop at the train station was gratefully accepted, but did not alter the fact that the elderly passengers would struggle at the other end.

Stan’s act of courage By Jane Ross REMEMBRANCE Day honours the armistice that ended the Great War. But in Leongatha last week, the day belonged to Stan Elliott. For at least the past 30 years, Stan has played the Last Post and Reveille at Anzac and similar commemorative services in Leongatha. He’s had some severe health problems lately and he’d had some treatment recently which had left him with a mouth full of ulcers. But he was determined to play on Remembrance Day. He wore his South Gippsland Shire Brass Band uniform, but had to remain seated. Fel-

low musician young Jess Coote stood behind him, ready to back him up if necessary. On cue from RSL president Rod Cameron, Stan raised his bugle to his lips and played the Last Post, then Reveille. Had the occasion not been such a solemn one, the assembled gathering would have cheered. Stan was well pleased that he managed the task. So were those who knew how special it was for the long-standing tradition to continue. A number of wreaths were laid at the cenotaph outside the Memorial Hall and Rod Cameron spoke briefly, reminding those present that Remembrance Day was a day of peace.

As a token of that message, the RSL will join with the Rotary Club of Leongatha and secondary colleges in the town, to send three Year 11 students to Turkey next April. They will be billeted with Turkish families and attend the Anzac Day service at Gallipoli. “We hope in future years it will become reciprocal.” See more pictures on Page 42.

Great effort: despite severe illness, Stan Elliott managed to play the Last Post and Reveille on his bugle, as he has done on Anzac and Remembrance Days for the past 30 years.

Boat warning POINT Smythe is eroding and as a result, more sand is being shifted to the outer entrance channel of the bar at Anderson Inlet. The bar is silting, or “shoaling”, to use the Gippsland Ports’ definition and that spells danger for mariners. Harbour Master Captain Bruce Green, has issued a warning that recreational boaters should navigate the region with “the greatest of caution”. He said entry should not be attempted unless at high water with no swell, in a shallow draft vessel. Captain Green told The Star that hydrographic work for the bar area had been “urgently brought forward” and would be undertaken in the next month. “That will tell us what’s happening.” He said those familiar with the area had told him that a new channel may be establishing itself. The hydrographics will determine if this is so and if it is, the buoys will be moved to mark the new channel.

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Heatwave plan ready By Bert van Bedaf WITH temperatures soaring up to 33 degrees Celsius this month, it is timely that South Gippsland Shire Council has developed a heatwave plan. Authored by council’s executive assistant of sustainability, Desirae Hancock, the report is part of council’s overall Municipal Emergency Management Plan and formulated following workshop consultation with various Government departments, police, fire and emergency authorities, senior citizens, veterans’ affairs, Red Cross, councillors and council officers on July 10 this year. “Whilst the likelihood of extreme

heatwave is low, the impact on our community could be severe,” Ms Hancock said. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and intensity of heatwaves in Victoria. They are known “to increase the incidence of illness and death, particularly among vulnerable community members, such as the elderly, people with a pre-existing medical condition and people with a disability,” Ms Hancock noted. With rising temperatures and an ageing population forecast for South Gippsland, the urgency of a heatwave plan cannot be underestimated. Globally, the death toll during a heatwave usually strikes the aged.

Fete-ful day SWORD fighting demonstrations, water squirting and castle games were the order of the day at St Joseph’s Primary School fete in Korumburra on Sunday. Hundreds of kids with their parents came to see the attractions, which also included an animal farm, pony rides and rock climbing. Top right: members of the Leongatha Medieval Society performed sword fighting demonstrations. Nathan Kemp, wearing a kettle helmet, attacks Jock Swan, wearing a bascinet, a 14th century-style helmet. Anyone interested is asked to call 0407 056 623. Second right: acting Sergeant Paul McLean, of Korumburra, proved a drawcard, showing the ins and outs of his police vehicle to lots of interested youngsters. Mitchell Nicholas, of Korumburra, got to sit behind the wheel and operate the siren.

Korumburra fire brigade member Graham Denney showed brothers Brydon, Kyrin and Dustin Ward how to use a pump hose. Mr Denney said the brigade had acquired a new pumper truck to replace a 25-year-old model. He said fire fighters could expect a hot summer, but “hopefully, people will be more careful after what happened last summer”.

Slip n slide: Angela Pearson, of Bass, loved climbing to the top and sliding down several times, while her mother looked on. She was one of many kids who had a great time at the fete.

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Let’s party Ash Grunwald

THIS weekend Carnivale will come to Meeniyan. The town will be alive with fun and entertainment - and most of it will be free. One of the organisers Suzanne Henderson, said the planned weekend began as an idea to celebrate The Lyrebird Arts Council’s 10th anniversary. After having presented great live music at the Meeniyan Hall for the majority of the Council’s 10 years, the township quickly came on board with the idea of a celebration. “Like so many small towns in regional Victoria, Meeniyan has a number of gifted artists, active community groups and associations,â€? Ms Henderson said. “Nearly all of them will be represented or involved in the weekend of events.â€? The Lyrebird Arts Council has organised a diverse program of live music for the weekend and invited back many of the musicians who have featured at its shows over the last few years. But the event will also introduce some new faces to audiences. The Saturday activities will be huge. TrafďŹ c will be detoured from the main street between 9am and 5pm to allow for the street Carnivale between 10am and 4pm. There will be live music from the front of the Meeniyan Hall, with a wide range of performers. They will include Melbourne musicians, Liz Stringer, Jordie Lane, Charles Jenkins, Lisa Miller with Shane O’Mara, from Darwin Leah Flanaghan and local musicians, Psycho Wombat, Willy Golightly and Ruby. There will be some tables and chairs set up under the shade of the

trees in the main street so people can sit and enjoy the music. The day is designed for families to enjoy. A host of free children’s activities will be available on the grassed area in Welsford Street for kids to enjoy. They will include a mechanical bucking bull, giant slide, face painting, mask decoration and jumping castle. All mum and dad may be asked for by the kids is to buy them some fairy oss or popcorn. Meanwhile mums may like to go into Catherine’s Hair Techniques in Whitelaw Street and have their hair washed and trimmed for free. Not only mums, but anyone can have their hair cut for free on the day. No appointments can be made; just wander in. After the trim, parents may feel like a massage for just $10 at the spiritual and healing centre that will be on the corner of Whitelaw and Geale St. While the kids and mum are having their fun, dad may like to go up to Tanderrra Park and peruse the vintage cars. In the main street there will be a variety of craft, produce and information stalls as well as wine tasting and Devonshire teas. The Meeniyan Progress Association will wear its red Meeniyan tee-shirts and will be playing host. Anything you need to ask or enquire about, ask them and they will help you. You can enjoy and be involved in a great variety of free workshops on Saturday as well. At the Meeniyan Art Gallery studios you can decorate your own Carnivale mask, or make your own twig basket with local artists Pauline John and Pat Dale. At Tanderra Park, Meeniyan

Carnivale cuts: Catherine Waldron, seen here with customer Robin Nottage, is offering free trims over the weekend. resident, Ethel Hanks, will be constructing a stone wall bridge. Rob Cash will demonstrate and instruct in distilling oils from Rosemary plants and Eucalyptus leaves. Lyrebird Arts Council artistic director, Susan Purdy, always creates discussion at Lyrebird events for the stunning effects of her oral arrangements. This will be people’s ďŹ rst chance to see and hear from Susan about her art and inspirations as well as well as a practical demonstration in a hands-on manner to construct the ower display for the weekend’s concerts in Meeniyan Hall. On Sunday there is a free street breakfast co-ordinated by the Meeniyan Community shop, with help from the Meeniyan CWA and CFA, a Festival of Hymns at Tanderra Park and a jam session

at the Meeniyan Hotel. “Meeniyan will be a great place to visit or stay for the weekend with so much happening in town,� Ms Henderson said. The Meeniyan Hotel will be open and will have meals and snacks available all weekend, as well as free live music Friday (Liz Stringer) and Saturday (Van and Cal Walker) nights and, of course, the jam session on Sunday. There are some great shops in Meeniyan to enjoy, such as the Meeniyan craft shop, and you can’t go past the pizzas at Andy’s in Meeniyan. There will be a host of other activities to enjoy, such as free yoga, in the children’s fun zone in Welsford Street, or you could take a stroll along the rail trail at Meeniyan or have a go at the Stony Creek Go-Carts.

MAG’s big show THE Meeniyan Art Gallery is hosting one of Victoria’s major touring exhibitions. The opening of the latest Cancer Council Victoria Arts Awards 2009 was held at the Meeniyan Art Gallery on Tuesday, November 10. Artists, participants, friends and interested people travelling from many parts of Victoria attended. The theme of the exhibition is Embrace. Some of the entries use this theme to share stories of caring for a loved one during a cancer experience. “The evening was a memorable and emo-

tional experience for all,â€? gallery curator Winsome Richards said. “The amazing artworks from adults and children touched everybody present. This is a ‘must-see’ exhibition which is ďŹ lled with every emotion from sadness, pain, courage and awe of the human condition. “When one is looking at the art and reading the stories, one is left with an overwhelming sense of the joy of being and the joy of hope.â€? For inquiries, call the gallery on 5664 0101.

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Eventful weekend MEENIYAN will be actionpacked on the weekend. The program of events starts on Friday, November 20, with Ash Grunwald and special guest Leah Flanagan at the Meeniyan Town Hall at 8pm. Tickets are $25 (Lyrebird Arts Council). Liz Stringer will give a free performance at the Meeniyan Hotel at 10.30pm. On Saturday, November 21, from 10am to 4pm, the farmer’s market will have a variety of stalls and displays, including craft and produce stalls, art exhibitions, wine tasting, massage, vintage cars and a mini-art market.

There will be free children’s activities, including a giant slide, face painting, mask decorations, mechanical bucking bull, jumping castle, as well as craft and jewellery stalls, plants, wood furniture and more. Visitors can have their hair washed and trimmed for free at Catherine’s Hair Techniques. Music in the street goes on for most of the stay. The schedule is 10-10.25am Psycho Wombat; 10.35 – 10.50 Real Women; 11–11.25 Ruby; 11.35am – 12.05pm Jordie Lane; 12.15 – 12.40 Leah Flanagan; 12.45 – 1.15 Charles Jenkins; 1.25 – 2.00 Lisa Miller and Shane O’Mara; 2.10 – 2.45 Van Walk-

er; 2.50 – 3.20 Liz Stringer; 3.25 – 3.55 Willy Golightly. Free workshops will be held at the Meeniyan Art Gallery Studio, starting at 11am until 12.30pm, as well as 1.30–3pm with mask decorations with Pauline John and Twig Baskets with Pat Dale. Behind Meeniyan Hall, outside, at 10.30 – 11.20am, there’s rosemary oil distilling; 12 – 12.50pm eucalyptus oil distilling; 1.30 – 2.30 flower instillations. At Tanderra Park, on Saturday and Sunday, there will be stone wall/bridge building. Yoga workshops at Welsford

St will be held at 1.30 – 2.15pm for children and 2.30 – 3.15pm for adults. The Audreys with Cilla Jane at 8pm is already sold out. Van and Cal Walker will give a free performance at the Meeniyan Hotel at 10.30pm. On Sunday, November 22, free street breakfast, between 9am and 11am, of muffins will be service at the CFA, pancakes at the Community shop, and juice and toast beside the Meeniyan Hall. At 11am to 1.30pm, activities include Go-Carts at Stony Creek, a walk along the Meeniyan rail trail, golf at the Meeniyan golf club, ‘Try Bowls’,

free at the Meeniyan bowls club, or table tennis at the Meeniyan Youth Hall; at 1.30pm a free presentation of Praise In The Park, A Festival of Hymns, Tanderra Park, Meeniyan; at 2pm free musicians jam session at the Meeniyan Hotel; at 8pm free Charlie’s Good Tonight. Marking the 40th anniversary of The Rolling Stones album Get Your Ya Ya’s Out, Tim Rogers has assembled the finest list of musicians Melbourne has to offer to pay homage to this landmark live album. Special guests are Black Cab at the Meeniyan Town Hall. Tickets are $35 (Lyrebird Arts Council).

It’s a major town revival MEENIYAN is enjoying a major revival in recent months, with development adding to the township and major events crowding its social calendar. The Carnivale is the culmination of months of hard work, with a wide range of local community groups and businesses working with

Handy cheque: Members of the Meeniyan Progress Association, Clive Hope, David Vance, John Dowling, Denise Poletti and Alan Goldsmith, presented the Lyrebird Arts Council with a $2500 cheque.

Funding for Carnivale AT a meeting held to finalise arrangements for the Meeniyan Carnivale, this weekend, office bearers of the Meeniyan Progress Association handed over a cheque for $2500 to the Lyrebird Arts Council. From the first announcement that Lyrebird was going to hold the musical festival, the association has supported the venture.

On the weekend, which includes lots of free entertainment, the main South Gippsland Highway will be closed off from 10am to 4pm on Saturday to accommodate the street market stalls and street entertainment. Many visitors are expected from Melbourne and interstate for both the three booked-out musical concerts and the many other activities.

the Lyrebird Arts Council to create a spectacular weekend of activities. A new bakery, supermarket, restaurant and bank are on the way, following the recent reopening of the Meeniyan Hardware and Plant Nursery. After fire destroyed the supermarket on March 7, a new supermarket by IGA could open next February.

Bendigo Community Bank steering committee member and publicity officer Kaz Hughes said the bank was going ahead in leaps and bounds. Pledges are still coming in to help reach the required target of $700,000. An automatic teller machine is to be installed today at the side of the First National Real Estate building, well timed before the Carnivale.

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Hilltop gallery on show By Brad Lester HIGH on a hill at Agnes is a property that must be truly regarded as one of a kind. A modern home sits high above the sea, with stunning views of Corner Inlet and the South Gippsland hills in every direction. The only way to the front door is via a track spanning 900m, meandering its way up emerald green hills. The 109 acre property is owned by Daniel and Brooke McKinna, and features 5000 trees planted to offset the carbon emissions of the family’s sheetmetal business in Melbourne. “You can see as far as the eye can see. Family and friends love the view. They just go ‘wow’,” Brooke said. From inside, one can see the islands of Bass Strait, look across Corner Inlet and Wilsons Promontory, take in the Toora wind farm, Long Jetty and Hoddle Range, observe port happenings at Barry Beach, and study the towns of Toora and Welsh-

pool from an intriguing perspective. “The view is different in every room. It’s just beautiful,” Brooke said. “When the fires were happening at the Prom, you could see the glow at night. You could just about see the flames.” The driveway was required to be windy under South Gippsland Shire Council regulations. A driveway straight up would be too steep and too dangerous. The home has been designed to exploit the grand vistas offered from so high. Large windows are in every room and those rooms are spacious to offer a sense of being among the clouds. Daniel discovered the property on the internet. An old farm house stood at the base of the hill but that has since been removed to make way for a special home. “It’s just somewhere to get away from the city for a bit; somewhere not too far away and not too close to home,” Brooke said. “It’s somewhere the kids can grow up and go away with their parents and friends.”

Magical surrounds: Brooke McKinna and daughters Abbie, Hannah and Ella take in the spectacular views from their front yard.

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INVERLOCH CWA Craft morning was enjoyed by 10 members who were taught the skill of card making.

It was rather a warm morning with much chatting and laughter, such a friendly group and all looking forward to the Blume fashion show on Thursday, November 12. After lunch, the meeting was opened with a friendly greeting from president Joyce Ingle and the singing of the National Anthem. Wendy Mc Bernie and Mary Louise Dettering celebrated birthdays. Marj White won the door prize. Joan Bell had first for best bloom and joint second place was shared by Pat Griggs, Joyce Ingle and Phyllis O’Dea. International secretary Marj White, told us more of the history of East Timor. Textile weaving and the making of soap is a means of making money to support and keep them busy. The next meeting will be on December 8 10am for morning tea and a visit from Santa, then on to the Inlet Hotel for lunch.

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Stella falls through cracks By Jane Ross TAKE great care when going about your daily life. Because if you trip on a footpath or local road, it’s up to you to prove that the municipality involved has been negligent and that any claim for compensation meets the laws of negligence. That’s the message from the experience of Stella Hitchins of Wonthaggi, who had the misfortune to put her leg down a hole in the footpath at Kongwak in August. Her leg went mid-thigh into the hole, which she couldn’t see was there and she thinks it only reasonable that she shouldn’t have to meet the physiotherapy and medical bills that have resulted. But Echelon Claims Services, which acts as South Gippsland Shire Council’s public liability claims insurer, is not allowing her claim. Ms Hitchins has been invited to discuss the matter with Echelon Claims Services manager, but the letter she received has left her disheartened. “It made me angry,” she said. “Where do you go?” She has sought legal advice, only

to discover that the cost of proceedings would be well above the amount she might seek and if she wasn’t successful, she’d have a legal bill to deal with as well as the medical ones. The accident happened when she was on the way to the Sunday Kongwak market. The weather had been very wet and there was no sign, she said, that the footpath was anything other than normal. A reasonably fit woman, Ms Hitchins said she had been in the habit of walking 4kms a day and two weeks before the accident, had climbed unaided onto the top of a desalination protest caravan. “I got down by myself too!” She has only now begun walking again, but she has had to wear (and pay for) a brace and will need ongoing physiotherapy treatment. A spokesperson for Echelon Claims Services told The Star Ms Hitchins’ claim had been assessed regarding her entitlement under the law. Which is all very well for those who understand such matters. But to Stella Hitchins, it’s like being brushed aside as though she and her misfortune don’t matter. Her letter from Echelon Claims

Services dated October 2, quotes the Road Management Act 2004 and says, in part, “council is only required to inspect its footpaths and/or effect repairs in accordance with its approved Road Management Plan. The priority of all work is based on the severity of the problem and is limited by the budgetary constraints under which local government is forced to operate.” “So,” said Stella, “it’s my fault council doesn’t have enough money!” The letter continued, “You should also be aware that recent decisions in the High Court of Australia and amendments to the Wrongs and Limitations of Actions Act, reflect a growing expectation by both the courts and the wider community, for pedestrians to take greater care to avoid minor imperfections that may be encountered on public thoroughfares.” To Stella’s way of thinking, a hole large enough to swallow most of her leg is not a “minor imperfection” and she could not have taken greater care because no one would have known the hole was there. There is, however, one bright note: the hole was quickly repaired.

Claim denied: Stella Hitchins fell unsuspecting into a hole in the footpath pavement in Kongwak, but South Gippsland Shire Council’s public liability claims insurer is putting the onus on her to prove negligence.

Supporting prostate problems By Chris Brown MEN dealing with prostate cancer and its after affects are being encouraged to join a support group.

Supporting each other: prostate care nurse Bronwyn Hughes and Mike Hibbit encourage those dealing with prostate cancer to join the support group.

Partners and carers are also welcome at the Bass Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group. It began in June 2004 at the instigation of Prostate Care Nurse Bronwyn Hughes and a local businessman. As an incontinence nurse Ms Hughes was seeing men dealing with the side affects of prostate treatment including incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Up to 12 people attend the only prostate cancer support group in Gippsland each month from across the region including Foster, Korumburra, Inverloch, Wonthaggi and Venus Bay. When a new person comes to the group, each member shares their experiences. A library of books and DVDs

allows sufferers to access further information. The group doesn’t give medical advice. It’s also important for partners of men with prostate cancer to speak with other partners. “They’re not going through the physical side of it, but they’re supporting their partner and they are worried and they don’t want to worry their partner,” Ms Hughes said. One of the group’s biggest supporters is Venus Bay resident and prostate cancer sufferer Mike Hibbit. He discovered Ms Hughes and the group while searching for prostate cancer information on the internet. Mr Hibbit went to the group before he had his surgery and learnt about the different treatment experiences from its members. “You realise you’re not on your own and some people are worse off then you are,” he said. The 71-year-old tells almost everyone he meets about prostate cancer. “Once I’d gone to the group I

thought it was very important for men who are going through it to know other people who’ve been through it,” Mr Hibbit said. Ms Hughes is also a Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia men’s health ambassador and speaks to groups about prostate health. She is usually accompanied by a couple of group members who can speak about their experience. Nearly 3300 Australian men die of cancer each year, with about 20,000 new cases diagnosed. Eleven per cent of men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime. There is a much higher death rate among rural men than those in metropolitan areas from the cancer. Prostate cancer tests need to be considered annually for men more than 50-years-old, or 40 if there is a history of the disease. For more information on the Bass Coast Prostate Cancer Support Group contact Ms Hughes 5671 3333, Bob Dempster 0409 233 353 or Fred Barker 5672 4696.

The tree that gives Something smells good

BASS Coast Shire Council is hoping the community will again give generously to help disadvantaged families this Christmas, by putting gifts under a giving tree.

The presents will be distributed across the shire by the Combined Welfare Group. Last year, the group distributed over 165 hampers and presents to families in need. Bass Coast Mayor, Cr John Duscher, said the community had strongly supported the Giving Tree in previous years. “We will have trees in our customer service centres in Cowes, Grantville and Wonthaggi,” said Cr Duscher. “We are asking people to bring in their gifts before December 11, so there is time to distribute the presents to families that need them. Any gifts received after this date will be held over until next year. “The Christmas giving tree is one way we can help local families experiencing financial hardship to enjoy their Christmas.” Cr Duscher said presents were needed for people of all ages, but there is always a

shortage of gifts suitable for children aged eight to 12. “I’d like to stress that this isn’t a call for second-hand goods. The gifts left under the tree need to be new presents.” Unwrapped items can be left under giving trees at council’s customer service centres in Wonthaggi, Cowes and Grantville.

Gifts sought: Bass Coast mayor Cr John Duscher, is inviting the community to be generous with Christmas gifts for the disadvantaged.

IT IS a tradition in Toora that captures the attention of people around town, by appealing to their noses. Every Thursday, the members of the Toora RSL light a barbecue outside the town’s post office, selling sausages and hamburgers to raise funds towards the sub-branch’s hall redevelopment. The Department of Veterans Affairs presented the sub-branch with a grant to help install new toilets, ramp, front door and side entry. The hall revamp has been ongoing for some time. Plasterers are now finishing lining the toilet block and then new toilets and vinyl will be installed. The inside of the main hall will then be relined. RSL members cook their barbecue from 9am to 1pm. “We usually get passing trade and we’ve got our regulars as well,” RSL president John Benton said.

Cooking extraordinaires: Toora RSL members Dawn Allsop, president John Benton and Sue Harvey serve regular customer Charlie Stevenson.

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Rod still remembers LEONGATHA RSL president Rod Cameron was leading from the front as usual at last week’s Remembrance Day ceremony at the Leongatha cenotaph. Rod saw service during World War II as a member of a Lancaster bomber flying sorties over Europe. He continues to serve in his role at the RSL and was pleased to see a good sized crowd in McCartin St for the November 11 service.

solemnity of Remembrance Day? Yes I do. But it is different to Anzac Day, where the troops march. Remembrance Day tends to be just around a shrine or cenotaph and is a much quieter affair.

Not so long ago, memorial days for Australia’s war history were in decline, as was the RSL itself. A resurgence in interest in Australia’s military history has made Anzac Day into a de-facto national day. Amid the ceremonies, some fear the brutal realities of war can be passed over. Rod believes, however, that today’s generation is well educated about the realities of war.

It’s a world-wide thing, really. I was watching a soccer game from England and they lined up before the match and played the last post. Does Anzac Day tend to overshadow it in Australia? Anzac Day is our main day. Remembrance Day was to signify the armistice of World War I. Immediately after World War II, Britain and all the Commonwealth countries changed the name from Armistice to Remembrance Day. I saw an interview this morning about (Victoria Cross recipient) Private Donaldson after having just spoken to the Queen, saying he hoped we would continue to remember, not just World War I and II, but present day troops as well. I think that is important. What is Remembrance Day like

I think if you asked the kids of today, what they think about it, they would remember it was a horrible, nasty business. Why do you think there is such a fascination about times of war? I suppose they are dramatic and interesting times. They were interesting times.

for a bloke like you who has served in wartime? I think the thing about Remembrance Day that is different is

that we remember the peace, the end of the war, the end of the fighting, the joy and happiness that went with that. Whereas Anzac Day tends to remember

those who were killed. Anzac Day tends to be a big production. Do you enjoy the quiet

I see the RSL has received a grant recently to build a library. It must be pleasing to be able to display your military literature. We’ve had a library for years, but we had nowhere to house it in the building that we had. Now we have all the books catalogued and set up more or less as a library for research, or for people who just want to browse and spend some time in there.

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CHACE Stephen Bence was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on November 5, to Elizabeth Clarke and Jason Bence of Wimbledon Heights, Phillip Island. Chace is a new brother for Jayden DiPietro 12yrs, Kylah DiPietro 9yrs and Sabastian Bence 3yrs.

DYLAN Thomas O’Brien was born on November 2 at the Leongatha Memorial Hospital. He is the first child for Justin and Simone of Leongatha. ARCHIE Peter Luke was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on October 26, to Skie and Ryan Luke of Wonthaggi. Archie is a new brother for Bailey 13yrs and Tiarna 10yrs.

JEREMIAH Jacob Evans was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on October 28, to Karen and Darren Evans of Pearcedale. Jeremiah is a new brother for Brooke 18yrs, Gemma 17yrs, Amy 16yrs, Brookie 6yrs and Max 5yrs.

HARVEY Albert Donohue was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on October 22, to Katie and Ty Donohue of Ryanston. Harvey is the first child for Ty and Katie.

JAYDEN Lee Trigg was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on November 11, to Chantell Power and John Trigg of Phillip Island. Jayden is a new brother for Chloe 6½ yrs, Bailey 5½ yrs, Blair 3½and Aleisha 1½ yrs.

EVAN Robert Belvedere was born at West Gippsland hospital on October 2, to Rob, Debbie and Noah Belvedere of Korumburra. EMILY Jean Hollier is the second daughter of Norm and Sharon Hollier of Buffalo. Emily arrived safely at the South Gippsland Hospital in Foster on Tuesday October 27. She is a little sister for Joel aged 17 and Kiara (pictured) aged 6.

Meals roster (Leongatha) C. Davies & P. Molden, Catholic Women’s League, Lions Club (23, 25, 26, 27) and National Bank (Nov 24) will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning November 23, 2009.

GRACE Louise was born at Leongatha Memorial Hospital on October 26 to Sarah Egan and Nick Barton of Inverloch.

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Helping for 70 years TARWIN Lower’s Red Cross Unit celebrated its 70th anniversary last week.

The impressive milestone was marked with an afternoon tea, games, speeches and cake in the Tarwin Lower hall on Tuesday. Unit president Glenda Arbuthnot said it was a big achievement when many similar type clubs have closed up. She credited the support of the members for the unit’s longevity. There are more than 30 members in the Tarwin Lower unit, with most of them retirees. About a quarter of the group is male and there are a number of young mothers in their 30s. In 1975 the group only had seven members. Registering people at Mirboo North during the bushfires earlier this year was the unit’s major effort for the year.

A forthcoming Christmas raffle usually raises about $1000. Victorian Red Cross divisional board vice chairman Helene Hayes said the Tarwin Lower Unit has been extremely active over the years. “(It) remains enthusiastic towards fund raising and promoting the name of Red Cross in our area,” she said. The Tarwin Lower Unit was formed on November 15, 1939, according to some unit cards held in Melbourne. In 1941/1942 20 members made 570 garments and raised £151 pounds. By 1949 there were 64 members, which had dropped to 16 by 1954. This dropped further to seven in the 1950s, but they kept working hard, with games of Crazy Whist providing a social activity after each meeting. In 1975 the main projects for the seven members were the trash and

treasure day, morning coffee and an auction with the Waratah and Pound Creek units. In 1985 average attendance at meetings was 14 ladies. Coffee mornings, macadamia nut tasting, making Christmas bon-bons, helping at the local day care centre and regional blood bank, jumble sale, supper dance and a painting raffle kept members busy in 1987 and 1988. Junior Red Cross began again in 1991 and went until 1999, and in 1997 a clothing bin at Venus Bay Community Centre was set up. This decade they helped with catering when a plane was lost at Venus Bay and during this year’s bushfires. The Tarwin Lower Red Cross Unit meets at 1.30pm on the first Tuesday of every month at the Tarwin Lower Community Health Centre. If you would like more information about the unit contact Glenda on 5663 5244.

Seventy years: Tarwin Lower Red Cross unit members Trena Jones, Alan Marshall and Pat Wrighton at the celebrations.

Left Taking responsibility: Glenda Arbuthnot (chairman Tarwin Lower Red Cross unit), Helene Hayes (vice chairman Victorian Red Cross divisional board), Val Latham (secretary TL Red Cross) and Heather Marshall (treasurer TL Red Cross).

Aquathon makes a SPLASH THE South Gippsland SPLASH YMCA Aquathon season will hit the pavement and pool with the first of the three-event series on Friday, November 20. With prizes on offer for all age groups, and all profits going back into the local community, YMCA Programs Co-ordinator Sheree Paterson said that the 2009-2010 series looked set to be the biggest and best yet. “This year is the third, and biggest year of the Aquathon series

and we’re really looking forward to seeing the local community getting involved again,” said Sheree. “With six different categories and distances on offer – including a short course category – the event is accessible to everybody.” “It’s a fun challenge for the whole community including YMCA members, staff and volunteers, parent and child teams, sporting clubs, school groups and other team participants.” All of the Aquathon race days will feature a barbecue together with spot prizes for competitors,

and will be fully supervised by staff and volunteers of South Gippsland SPLASH YMCA. The dates for the Aquathon series are November 20, February 26, 2010, and March 26, 2010. The Aquathon series is also a great summer fitness challenge, with participants able to test their improvement over the three events and set mini challenges at each event. For more information go to www.sgsplash.ymca.org.au or to register for one or all three events call Sheree Paterson at SG SPLASH on 5662 5911.

Winning formula: Team Winners from the 2009 Aquathon – Gary Lamb, Rhett Kelly, Josh Schelling, Rhys Livingstone, Sheree Paterson and Mandy Welsh.

Cutting the cake: members of Tarwin Lower Red Cross in 1956, Lydia van Zuyden and Lorna McBurnie, were given the honours.

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Mirboo North on the map By Matt Dunn MIRBOO NORTH is set to tread the world stage, with an announcement that it has won the Getaway “What puts your town on the map?” competition. The announcement was made on Thursday night’s program on WIN television. The video beat more than 80 other entries to the main prize. “They had this competition to make a one minute video about your town, that’s run for the past month. I made one for Mirboo North and we won,” film maker Jacinta Hicken said. “I personally win $1000 and a community group of our choice will get $5000 and then Getaway’s also going to come to Mirboo North and make a story about the town.” The Getaway team was filming news

of the announcement in the town yesterday, and will be there again today. More than 65 Mirboo North residents appear in the video, with guest appearances by people lunching at a senior citizens event as well as the entire student population of the Mirboo North Primary School. The CFA, Lions Club, ambulance members and Craig Young, the Sausage King also played their parts. Jacinta was helped along by Mirboo North residents David Baker and Karen Anton of the Mirboo North community bank steering committee. “Using the guidelines on the Getaway website, I set about making the video. First stop the Mirboo North Brewery, followed by senior citizens,” Jacinta explained. “Over the 10 days leading up to the closing date I could be seen film-

ing at community group events, in most of the businesses in the main street and all the highlights around Mirboo North. “As a parent, Karen contacted the school and asked if the whole school would be able to appear in the closing shot of the video.” In return for agreeing, the school received the prize money on offer, which will go toward the renovation of its barbecue area. The video was a standout for the fact that it embraced the entire community, not just small segments. “What I did was have some people stand outside the town sign, saying ‘What puts Mirboo North on the map is our…’ Then I cut to 65 different people, plus all of the senior citizens, saying what those things are,” Jacinta said. The final shot ends with the school children proclaiming: “Our community.”

Jacinta Hicken: the film maker and the residents of Mirboo North have won a Getaway competition after telling the world about all the things that make their town great.

Tough times need extra spirit IT’S been a particularly tough year for many, with more disadvantaged people than ever before in need of support during the Christmas period. With reverberations of the global financial crisis, leading community service provider, UnitingCare, is seeing an increasing number of people requiring both emergency relief and assistance. In a committed effort, UnitingCare and Target are joining together for the 18th UnitingCare Christmas Ap-

peal to collect and distribute 150,000 gifts for people struggling financially. “Together, this really can be done. We’re asking Target shoppers to dig deep, find some extra Christmas spirit and spend a little on others when they’re buying for their loved ones,” said local co-ordinator Yarna Burke from Kilmany UnitingCare, who is overseeing the distribution of gifts donated at Target Leongatha. “This year, everyone has felt the pinch to some extent, but it’s easy to forget that those most disadvantaged

suffer more. There are children, teenagers, families and older people who often can’t afford to celebrate Christmas with gifts. “For these people, dealing with the enormous emotional pressure of their financial hardship can push them to breaking point. Let’s make a difference and show the caring spirit of local generosity.” So how can you help? All you have to do is spot the large UnitingCare Christmas tree at the front of your local Target store, take a gift tag off the tree to either buy or make a gift, or purchase

a gift voucher from the checkout. UnitingCare volunteers will collect the gifts and ensure they are distributed to those in need in time for Christmas morning. “Shoppers can also be assured that each gift goes to people in our own community, so it’s a great way for everyone to contribute to local needs,” Yarna said. Over the last 17 years, the appeal has provided 1.6 million gifts. Last Christmas, nearly 95,000 gifts were donated, and with your help, this year UnitingCare and Target are hoping the country

will get behind boosting this to 150,000. With 2,000,000 Australians living in poverty, your gift will go a long way to help the disadvantaged over Christmas. Gifts and gift vouchers can be donated at Target Leongatha from November 16 to December 14. Early donations are appreciated so that distribution of gifts is made in time for families’ Christmas preparations. For more details on the UnitingCare Christmas Appeal, please contact Yarna Burke, Kilmany UnitingCare, phone 5662 5150.

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PRIVACY and serenity will be yours on this 81 acre property, 20 minutes from Foster, available through Elders. Read about it on page 29.

Prom Country FISH CREEK ~ 4 acres eco haven

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MIRBOO NTH ~ 4brm character

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24/7 Country residence on more than 4 acres in the village of Fish Creek. 24sqs, 4 bedroom + study immaculate open plan home. Koala corridor, wetland ponds, platypus colony, bird life abounds. Right in town, stunning natural envionment. Open to Inspect Sunday 12 - 12.30pm Address 40 Falls Road, Fish Creek $430,000 - $460,000

In Fish Creek’s heart, beautifully presented, superbly maintained, 3 bedroom home. Views, delightful gardens and lawns, carport and shed. Surprise high ceilings, affordable package in trendsetting Fishy! Walk to the pub and the cafes. Inspect by Appointment Address 34 Old Waratah Road, Fish Creek $190,000 - $210,000

Large executive residence on 16 fertile acres with option to buy adjoining 16 acres. Flexible floorplan will allow for dual accommodation, or extended family requirement. Spacious and comfortable, gourmet kitchen, excellent shedding, great position. Open to Inspect Sunday 1 - 1.30pm Address 2 Falls Road, Foster North $525,000 - $575,000

KOONWARRA ~ town 1/2 acre

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Build a home, run a shop or a combo of both. Prime Koonwarra township half acre with driveway, power and water done. Bush track at rear - wake up to the birds and go to sleep with the koalas. Excellent value, excellent position. Inspect anytime Address 13 Koala Drive, Koonwarra $160,000 - $175,000

Cute, updated compact home with surprising features. Three bedrooms, modern kitchen, renovated bathroom, big laundry, 6m x 11m garage/shed, gorgeous gardens and town & tank water. High ceilings, split system, floating timber flr. Open to Inspect Saturday 10.30 - 11am Address 12b Meikle Street Meeniyan $180,000 - $195,000

93 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan

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One of Mirboo Nth’s admired period cottages, renovated & extended with 4 bedrooms plus study, 2 bathrooms, big kitchen, family sized meals/ family room, big separate lounge room, and rear deck & gardens. Full of character, and great layout. Inspect by Appointment Address 14 Giles Street Mirboo North $295,000 - $320,000 Built in the very early 1900’s, “Bellevue” is believed to be one of the original farmhouses of the area, and with the growth of Leongatha, it’s now a town home with country character. Extended and renovated, the home has a modern country kitchen, open plan living, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 wcs, & features polished timber floors, 3.6m ceilings, double carport and double garage, gorgeous gardens with abundant fruit trees, and a wonderful Leongatha location. Inspect Saturday 11.30am - 12 noon Address 22 Worthy Street Leongatha $290,000 - $320,000

5664 0224

allen bartlett 0417 274 624

kaz hughes 0417 516 998

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Great value ’Gatha home T

HIS appealing Leongatha home is centrally located on popular and long held Warralong Court among quality homes.

It is also close to the schools. The three bedroom, brick veneer home has a Colorbond roof and aluminium windows. It was built to high standards by a local builder and the original owner is selling as they have relocated to

another area. The main bedroom has an en suite and a large walk-in robe. Open plan living is a feature of this home, with two separate areas: a lounge/dining area and the kitchen/ family room. The kitchen has a dishwasher and wall oven, while the lounge has a wood heater. Coming off the family room area is a large paved patio/entertainment space.

The toilet is separate from the bathroom. A single drive-through carport accesses the side and rear of the block. There’s a further parking bay off the curved driveway as you enter the property. This elevated block has lovely rural views towards the Nerrena hills. The established, landscaped block has a garden shed. At $249,000 this home is excellent value for a Leongatha residence.

At a glance Location: 5 Warralong Court, Leongatha. Price: $249,000. Sole agent: SEJ, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 4033, Lyle Miller 0408 515 665 or Barry Redmond 0418 515 666.

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End of a tree-lined drive W HEN you arrive at the gateway of “Marandoo” you already know it is going to be private and peaceful.

Located 20 minutes drive from Foster, or just over two hours from Melbourne, this 81 acre package offers the lot. The house is set back from the road and is at the end of the tree-lined drive. It is surrounded by low maintenance established gardens offering even more privacy and some shade on hot days. There is an extensive array of fruit trees with just about anything you could think of and an established vegetable garden. The four bedroom, hardiplank home has a country feel and is warm and inviting. It offers a spacious timber kitchen with gas appliances and dining area, large living room with cosy wood heater and views looking over the gardens. There is ample storage throughout, including a loft into the ceiling with access

via a convenient fold-away ladder. Other features include ducted gas heating throughout, high ceilings, and three verandahs surrounding the home. Close to the house is a studio with wood heater which would be ideal for those looking for a quiet place to work. There is ample shedding that includes a barn-style shed (18 x 16m) complete with power, concrete floor, and excellent access doors (roller and sliding). Other features include a recently updated shearing shed, stockyards and double carport. There is ample rainwater storage, with all tanks interconnected and a total of 250,000 litres capacity. The land is mostly hilly country, but excellent tracks have been made to allow for easy access to paddocks. It has been divided into five paddocks, watered by five dams; two with permanent springs. This is an ideal property for those looking for a private, peaceful place to live or holiday.

At a glance Location: McCartins Road, Foster North. Price: $690,000. Agent: Elders, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 3523.

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“Bellevue” an in-town farmhouse B

UILT in the very early 1900s, “Bellevue” is believed to be one of the original farmhouses of its area, and with the growth of Leongatha, it’s now a town home with genuine country character.

Set behind its picket fence and gorgeous front gardens, the home has been extended and renovated over time, all-the-while retaining the charm of its heritage with 3.6m ceiling heights and polished timber floors. Like all renovations should, the important issues have been addressed, as “Bellevue” has been re-stumped, rewired, re-plumbed and re-roofed. A new kitchen has been incorporated in a country style, a sparkling new bathroom has been added to the main bedroom, and the original main bathroom has been updated and includes a claw foot bath. You’ll find four bedrooms, all with built-in robes, a wood heater provides central warmth in the open plan living zone, and there’s a mud room, a well fitted laundry and three toilets. A paved rear verandah leads out to manicured lawns and gardens featuring abundant fruit trees and a hen house; and there’s a double carport plus adjoining double garage for car accommodation, workshop and storage. In a wonderful Leongatha location, it even includes the school bus stop at the front gate. The property can be inspected by appointment, or at advertised open times.

At a glance Location: 22 Worthy Street, Leongatha. Price: $290,000 to $320,000. Agent: Prom Country First National, Meeniyan. Contact: Allen Bartlett 0417 274 624.

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First home buyer’s haven T

HIS is a great starter for those looking to break into the market.

Take advantage of the remaining first home owners grant and invest in the potential this Leongatha home has to offer. Situated handy to the Rail Trail on a large level block with access to the backyard, this home features fresh paint, three bedrooms, light and airy lounge room with wood fire and air conditioner, neat laminated kitchen and meals area with dishwasher, bathroom with separate bath and shower. A great feature is the sizeable, secure back yard and lock-up garage complete with concrete floor and power. There is great potential for growth here, with some simple additions such as a carport or outdoor living area for those summer barbecues. Don’t miss out on a rare find under $200,000.

At a glance Location: 11 Parr Street, Leongatha. Price: $195,000. Agent: Stockdale and Leggo, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 5800.

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Koonwarra dairy farm views L

OCATED at Koonwarra, about about 11kms from Leongatha and only 6kms to the VLE saleyards, this well appointed dairy farm boasts an excellent all round set up. It comprises a gently undulating 186 acres with quality pastures, 10 swing over dairy with Westfalia cups and milk-a-ware plate cooler. There are two Frigrite vats of 1600 litres and 2380litres, manual feed system, near new hot water service and 32 tonne silo. Shedding consists of two large machinery sheds, and two additional hay sheds. Paddocks are accessed off central laneways and have a majority of new

fencing and shelter belts. A three bedroom, well appointed brick home features master with full en suite and large robes, bedroom two with walkin robe, and bedroom three with built-in robes. A timber kitchen includes electric hotplates, wall oven and rangehood, walkin pantry and wall mounted dishwasher for easy loading/unloading. The open plan living includes lounge, family room and a formal dining room, wood fire and a reverse cycle split system air conditioner. This farm offers outstanding value, and has excellent layout and topography. The owners will confirm that the property is a pleasure to operate. Inspection is a must and strictly by appointment.

At a glance Location: 345 Old Koonwarra-Meeniyan Road, Koonwarra. Price: $1,350,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 0922.

Auction action ALEX Scott & Staff Leongatha had another successful day out at their auction on Saturday, November 7. The Kardella South property did not sell under the hammer, however it sold shortly after by private negotiation for an undisclosed amount. The 23 acres included a four bedroom home and four bay machinery shed. Andrew Newton said the auction system brought buyers to the property and there was spirited bidding on the day. “We were once again rapt with the campaign and the turnout at the auction,” he said. “The vendors did a great job of presenting the property and the enquiry rate leading up to the auction was fantastic. “Unfortunately there were under bidders who missed out on the day and we are determined to find them a similar property.” Mr Newton said Alex Scott & Staff needed another property on small acreage (10 – 30 acres) in the Leongatha area in the range of $400,000 to $450,000. Peter Dwyer from Alex Scott & Staff said anyone thinking of selling their property should consider the auction system. “We receive a much higher rate of enquiry on properties up for auction and the clearance rate in the current market is extremely high,” he said. For more information on how an auction works, call Andrew or Peter at Alex Scott & Staff Leongatha on 5662 0922

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Where powerful eagles soar S

TUNNING views are the highlight of this property near Foster. The three bedroom home is set upon a rise with an outlook to Wilsons Promontory and the surrounding area. It’s a vista that is sure to awaken your senses as you appreciate its magnificence. As eagles nest nearby, and are seen regularly, the property has been given the name “The Eyrie”. The beautifully presented split-level home is on approximately three acres of land. Extensive decking looks out to vibrant gardens. All of the bedrooms have built-in robes with an en suite and walk-in robe in

the main bedroom. Solid fuel heating and reverse cycle air conditioning will keep you comfortable in the open plan living/dining area. A stylish kitchen has an electric oven, gas benchtop and dishwasher. Downstairs there is a fully self contained one bedroom apartment that’s ideal for family and friends looking to stay in your piece of South Gippsland paradise. There are six tanks storing about 56,000 litres of water, plus a dam. Solar panels provide a back-up power source in winter and can run part of the house in summer. Other features of the property are a double carport, double garage/workshop, aviary and ancillary shedding. Inspection is by appointment.

At a glance Location: 40 Lagstroms Road, via Foster. Price: $495,000. Agent: Rodwells, Leongatha. Contact: Kristin Richardson 5662 4388 or 0427 092 983.

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Great lifestyle; productive grazing E

XPRESSIONS of interest are being sought for “Tarwin Views,” which is a 33.18ha property at Inverloch.

It features productive and reliable grazing as well as offering a great lifestyle. “Tarwin Views” offers a balance of elevated country to rich river flats with views to the Tarwin River and Venus Bay. It boasts a substantial four bedroom home with extensive verandahs plus a two bedroom cottage that would be ideal for a bed and breakfast. The land is subdivided into seven main paddocks, with two dams and stock trough system plus extensive shedding. It is ideally located 10 minutes east of Inverloch, close to magnificent beaches, and one and three quarter hours from the Melbourne CBD. Offers close at 4pm on Friday, November 27 unless sold prior. The price guide is $875,000 to $925,000.

At a glance Location: 1730 Inverloch-Venus Bay Road, Inverloch. For sale: by tender. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Inverloch. Contact: 5674 1111.

Idyllic lifestyle with blueberries A SHORT 7.5km drive north of Leongatha is the idyllic lifestyle property “Wilkur View”. Nestled perfectly to escape the prevailing south westerlies, “Wilkur View” captures all of the bonuses attached to the north-easterly outlook in addition to its extensive ever changing rural view. The open plan brick home with three bedrooms and a study is excellently maintained and set in a colourful established sheltered garden. The gently undulating 77.86 acres has established pasture, is well fenced, has abundant water and is currently carrying 65 steers.

At a glance Location: 80 Smirls Road, Leongatha. Agent: Landmark, Leongatha. Contact: Ross Johnson 0428 100 448.

The property also has horse facilities including loose boxes, round yard, exercising area and wash down area. The jewel in the crown at “Wilkur View” is its blueberries. There are about 750 established, fully enclosed and watered, organically grown blueberry bushes on 1.5 acres. The blueberry industry is rapidly growing and the market for more and more fruit is growing accordingly. With the perfect soils and abundant water, the potential to expand is enormous. The property is for sale by expressions of interest by December 18 if not sold prior.

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Helping Toora progress By Brad Lester

THE future of the Toora Progress Association rests on the outcome of a public meeting tomorrow night (Wednesday). The association’s annual general meeting was rescheduled to then, after an executive was unable to be formed at the original AGM last month, due to lack of interest. The existing executive has fallen apart and fresh volunteers are sought. Former association treasurer Ra-

chel Brown has not served on the committee for a year, but said the association was vital to representing Toora at a regional level. “We need to have an organisation to talk to council and people about things that involve the wider community,” she said. “It would be a shame if it did not start up again.” But whether enough people come forward tomorrow night remains to be seen. “We are just hoping to get a few

more people along,” Ms Brown said. “It’s hard because everyone has got volunteer burnout and because Toora has to run a footy club, a netball club and a bowls club, there are only so many people to go around.” The association has an extensive list of achievements, most recently attracting funding for a skatepark, railway park, streetscaping, half basketball court, heritage walk and walking track. The association is also the driving force behind the popular Toora tour-

ism brochure, recently reprinted, and has contributed to the development of the Toora Community Action Plan, in conjunction with South Gippsland Shire Council. The group is also a lobby group, campaigning for such works as footpaths, trees and facilities. “The association is a group that does not have a hall to look after or a sporting group to run, so it can focus on what Toora needs to go forward,” Ms Brown said. “Serving on the association does

not require a lot of work but we need a community group that is able to get together and say ‘This is what Toora needs’.” Ms Brown resigned from the association due to time constraints, after serving for 10 years and eight of those as treasurer. Tomorrow’s meeting will be held at the Toora CFA station at 7.30pm. For more information, contact council’s community facilitator for Toora and Welshpool, Marzia Maurilli on 5688 1202.

School rebuild ahead of time By Brad Lester

THE new $2 million Toora Primary School will be ready ahead of schedule. Builders will hand over the building to the school on December 14 – one week earlier than anticipated. Staff and students will start the new school year in

the modern complex. Principal Barbara Purvis cannot wait. “It will be a lovely start to the new school year,” she said. The new school interior is light and spacious, featuring a blue and green colour scheme reflective of the blue sea and the green hills surrounding the school. The colour scheme

was chosen to match the school’s slogan: “From the hills to the sea, be the best you can be.” Each room features electronic whiteboards, plus sliding doors allow classrooms to open onto a shared project space, giving teachers more opportunities for lessons. Some rooms offer views over Corner Inlet and Wil-

Up, up: Toora Primary School students Scott Argento and Ben East show their excitement in anticipation of the new school opening for classes.

sons Promontory. “It’s more flash than the old school. It’s easy to see because it’s so light,” student Ben East said. “The toilets are twice the size of the old ones.” Ms Purvis will enjoy a private office with adjoining meeting room and staff will have a large work and social space, complete with kitchen and servery. Students will also share this space, given the lack of a canteen. The school’s turf cricket wicket has been dug up to make way for construction of a new basketball and netball courts. Once the school buildings are finished, work will start on building a new school oval on the existing school site. A multi-purpose hall, also available for community use, will be built on the site of the existing basketball courts.

Detox your home SOUTH Gippsland residents will get a great opportunity to rid their homes of unwanted household chemicals for free. On Saturday, December 5, residents can take their household chemicals for safe disposal to the South Gippsland Shire Council depot at 80 Yarragon Rd, Leongatha. The ‘detox’ service will run from 8 to 11am. Council’s waste management co-ordinator Geoff McKinnon, said household chemicals can be dangerous if they are not stored or disposed of safely. “Storing old chemicals in the shed or under the sink increases the risk of poisoning around the home,” Mr McKinnon said. “Sending chemicals to landfill or even pouring small amounts down stormwater drains can pollute creeks and rivers, harming plants and animals.” The types of unwanted household chemicals accepted for dis-

posal include household chemicals such as aerosol cans, insect sprays, pest poisons, household cleaners, pharmaceuticals, mothballs and old smoke detectors. They also include garden chemicals such as fertilisers, fungicides, herbicides and insecticides; automotive chemicals such as transmission fluids, batteries and battery acid, brake fluid, car wax solvent and fuels (such as petrol, diesel, kerosene). Others are workshop chemicals, including paint strippers, solventbased glues, water and oil-based paints, paint thinner, acetone, turpentine, varnish and wood preservative. Other miscellaneous chemicals are acids and alkalis, artists’ paints and supplies, photographic chemicals, fibreglass resins (not mixed), extinguishers, gas cylinders, swimming pool chemicals and mercury batteries. Items that cannot be accepted include chemicals used by businesses

for commercial and/or industrial purposes; motor oil used motor oil can be disposed of free of charge at all South Gippsland Shire transfer stations); containers over 20 litres or 20 kilograms or empty chemical containers; farm chemicals; waste asbestos, ammunition and flares. The following safety measures should be taken when transporting chemicals to the depot: ensure lids are tightly fitted; place liquids on a tray or in a plastic bucket so any spills are contained; pack powders and solids securely; keep corrosive chemicals, such as battery acid, away from poisons; keep oxidising agents, such as peroxide, away from all other materials; travel with your car windows down if carrying flammable or odorous materials; and double-wrap old liquid containers in plastic bags to prevent leaking. The service is free and residents from all municipalities can use any of the collections. For inquiries, call 5662 9200.

Movember challenge OMK cricket club players have decided to join the Movember challenge and grow a moustache during the month of November. The club has set their own challenge of raising $1200. If they can do this then three Life Members of the OMK club Les White, Warrick Hayes and Neil Grabham will have to get their beards shaved off. This is a huge risk by them as they have a combined 92 years of wearing a beard between them. It’s been 24 years for Neil, 31 years for Warrick and 37 years for Les since their faces have been unshaven. If you would like to help sponsor an OMK player to raise funds as they grow a moustache, and to ensure

$1200 is raised so the beards of Les White, Neil Grabham and Warrick Hayes have to go, contact president Russ White 0409 574 334. Movember’s two recipients are the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia and beyondblue: the national depression initiative. Research tells Movember that one in eight men will be affected by Prostate Cancer and one in nine men will be affected by depression.

Movember challenge: the beards of Les White, Warrick Hayes and Neil Grabham will have to go.

Well done: Karen Wolswinkel (left) receives her award.

Our Guiding lights THREE Guide leaders from Woorayl Region guides, (Korumburra, Leongatha) and Robyn Pickerd (Yarram), were awarded ‘Boronia’ awards for their contribution to Guiding at the recent Region dinner. The awards were presented by the Assistant State Commissioner of Guides Victoria, Alecia Rathbone. The Boronia award is given to leaders that contribute in some way to the wider region and it is our way of saying thanks to volunteers who make

Guiding great. Many long service awards were also given out at the Region dinner. Guide leaders from around the region also had a chance to preview the new Guide uniform that will be introduced in 2010. Next year is the start of centenary celebrations for Guides and Woorayl Region is planning to kick off the year with a celebration at Coal Creek on February 21. All past Guides and Guide leaders will be invited to join in the celebrations. Anyone interested in becoming a Guide volunteer should contact Chris Oliver on 0428 644 397.

Congratulations: Mavis McConnell (left) is given her just reward.

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A weed-free rail trail COMMITTEE members, volunteers and paid professionals have been working together to remove weeds such as blackberries, ragwort and pine trees along the Great Southern Rail Trail.

The management committee of the Great Southern Rail Trail plan and coordinate maintenance along the trail, regularly working in a hands-on role themselves. Friends of Rail Trail play an essential role assisting with activities such as tree planting, however many tasks simply cannot be done by these volunteers. The South Gippsland Shire Council provides a parcel of funding for the committee of management, which is spent on

materials such as gravel and signs, and on professional services such as tree felling, slashing and toilet cleaning. However when these jobs cost more than the maintenance budget allows, the management committee must look elsewhere for assistance. The Bush Guardians program is a small grants program for committeebased projects. The program aims to protect threatened flora and fauna from the threats of weeds and pests on sections of public land. The program is funded and co-ordinated by the Department of Sustainability and Environment. The Bush Guardian program follows the premise that authorities cannot manage the threat of weeds and pests alone and in isolation from

the community. Bush Guardian grants provide assistance for community-based committees of management who contribute to the management of large sections of Victoria’s coastal, forest and other public land reserves, such as rail trails. The Committee of Management for the Great Southern Rail Trail were successful in their application for a Bush Guardian grant. They developed a plan to remove persistent weeds in high priority sites, particularly where indigenous plant species have been fully removed from farmland either side of the rail trail corridor. The most recent Bush Guardian project has been the removal of pine trees between Fish Creek and Shields Road.

Pine trees are classed as an Environmental weed, which means that pines threaten the value of natural ecosystems, invading native plant communities and out-competing native plants. Specifically, pine trees reduce soil fertility, produce a dense leaf litter and shade out other species. Other weeds are classed as agricultural, such as Cape Weed, or noxious, such as Blackberries and Ragwort. The management committee has employed a professional to remove the pine trees, however Friends of the Rail Trail have volunteered their time to flag down cyclists, walkers and horse riders when it has been necessary to briefly close the track. These volunteers have saved the Committee of Management a great deal of money, which means that

they will be able to employ the tree feller for a longer period of time, and thus remove more pine trees with this portion of the grant funds. Who could guess that spending some time on the Great Southern Rail Trail could be part of a significant community effort for the environment? Contact the Environment Officer at the South Gippsland Shire Council for further information about weeds of Gippsland, or pick up a copy of “Common Weeds of Gippsland: South Gippsland Shire”, produced by the Department of Primary Industries. If you would like to help the committee of management, you can join the Friends of the Great Southern Rail Trail by contacting railtrailfriends@ dcsi.net.au or calling 5662 2607.

Airlie beach wedding EMMA Dowling and Kane Stevic were married on July 16 at Airlie Beach, Queensland - the location where they first met more than eight years ago.

Helping hand: Rail Trail volunteers Geoff and John during the working bee.

Emma, the youngest daughter of Margaret and John Dowling of Auckland New Zealand, had Kelly Traynor, from Ballarat, as her bridesmaid. Kane, the eldest son of Pam Stevic, Leongatha and Mick Stevic Queensland had Brad Williams, formerly of Leongatha, as his best man. The wedding and reception took place in perfect conditions on board Whitsunday Magic, a 140ft tall ship. Friends and family travelled from Leongatha and overseas to attend the occasion. Emma and Kane returned to their home in Ruby after a six week safari through Africa.

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8197

Church Times ARIES - March 21 - April 20

This week finds you lending a sympathetic ear - again and again. Romance is on the upswing, but a combination of good humour and common sense are crucial. A travel idea requires refinement. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

Insurance and other such matters require careful attention this week. A recent romantic setback may be happily reversed. A travel companion is more energetic than you first realised. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

This week finds neighbours becoming more congenial and relatives more eager to help you fight for a cause. Appreciation from someone comes in an unconventional, but genuine way. CANCER - June 22 - July 22

Remembering advice you have been giving others can be the best remedy for a current dilemma. Co-operative endeavours bring outstanding results at the workplace. You may earn high praise. LEO - July 23 - August 22

Plan a positive strategy if friction persists in the career setting. The week has an international flavour as you meet individuals of diverse backgrounds. Your salesmanship skills shine. VIRGO - August 23 - September 22

New fields of interest appeal to you. You may be learning about modern art, mechanics, or medieval history. Be careful if planning surprises. A relationship becomes more harmonious. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22

A modest windfall may arrive before the weekend. Shopping and educational travel are highlighted from Saturday on. This is a splendid week for tracking your roots and designing a family tree. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

Your own standards, already high, exceed themselves and lead to a significant community related accomplishment. Be careful of tempting offers that look too easy to be true. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

This is a great week for reviewing finances and planning budgets. A new interest captures your imagination and may lead to an unexpected friendship. A family member responds positively to your guidance. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

Positive friendship news may arrive this week. Some surprise expenses may greet you on the weekend. You make major strides with a pet project, but don’t rush it to completion. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

This could be the week for entering into joint ventures - but be sure to iron out even the slightest of details. Recreation is highlighted. You may be returning to a once favoured sport. PISCES - February 20 - March 20

Delays may be inevitable through the weekend, but you may enjoy an adventure along the way. You are uncommonly perceptive this week, able to read the minds of those you love. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are conservative and sentimental and have an instinctive urge to protect others. You enjoy change, often for change sake. You are a born collector and the year ahead accents not only hobbies, but significant artistic accomplishments.

ANGLICAN: Wednesday, November 18: 9.30am Woorayl Lodge HC; 10.15am Koorooman House HC; 11am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC. Friday, November 20: 7.30pm St David’s, Meeniyan HC. Sunday, November 22: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Family Service; 10.30am St Andrew’s, Tarwin Lower, MP. ST MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Mirboo North. Phone 5668 1346. Holy Communion 8.30am: Worship and Sunday School 10am. ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Korumburra: Sunday 9.30am and Wednesday 11.30am. Poowong: Second and fourth Sundays, 11am. ST GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Wonthaggi. Sunday, 10.30am: Holy Communion & Sunday School; Monday, 7.30pm: Holy Communion; Wednesday, 8.45am: Christian prayer & meditation, 10am: Holy Communion. CHURCH OF ASCENSION: Inverloch, Sunday, 9am: Holy Communion & Sunday School; Tuesday, 9am: Christian prayer & meditation; 10am: Holy Communion; Thursday 7.30pm: Holy Communion. 5th Sunday services, alternating at Wonthaggi & Inverloch, contact Rev Bruce Charles for details, 5672 3984. THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES CREEK: Meeting every Sunday at Archies Creek. Morning Communion Service 11 am: Evening Holy Spirit Revival 6pm: Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5674 3867 or 5672 4660. ASSEMBLIES OF GOD: Prom Coast Community Church Inc. - Foster Community House, Station Street, 10am: Sunday. Sunday School and Creche operates. Pastor Bill Watson 5686 2248. A.O.G. Inverloch - Cnr Bear and McIntosh Street, Inverloch. Sunday Service 10am; Imagine Christmas Day Service 9am. Contact: Jeff Robertson, 0418 125 832 or Imagine Burwood 9888 7466. Korumburra Southern Hills A.O.G. - 4 Mine Rd, 10am and 6pm: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Vic Butera 5655 2478. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219. Leongatha South Gippsland Liberty Fellowship - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday services: 11 am and 7pm. All enquiries contact Pastor David Stegmann 5662 2785. Office: 5662 3100. Wonthaggi A.O.G. - Billson Street, 10am: Sunday. Contact: Pastor Barry Smith 5672 3984. CHRISTIAN REVIVAL CRUSADE: 40 Hughes Street, Leongatha. Sunday, Morning Service 10.30 am: Inspirational Service, 6.30pm: Children’s Church 10.30am: Home

cells weekly; Kids Club Thursdays 4pm Guide Hall. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Leongatha Sabbath School - 11.30am. CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leongatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday. Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday. Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass. Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass. Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass. Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass. KORUMBURRA’S WOMEN’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Strongly family oriented church meets at the Senior Citizens Centre, Mirboo North, Sundays: 4-5.10pm Communion, 5.15-6pm Bible Studies for Adults, Youth and Children. Friday evenings: Home Fellowships 7.30pm; Youth Activities. Enquiries: 5668 2226 Bob Stevens. SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Kid’s Club - Tuesday, 4 - 5pm; mainly music, Thursday 10am. All welcome. Please contact Captain Martyn and Heather Scrimshaw, ph. 5662 5122. SALVATION ARMY WONTHAGGI COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 149 McKenzie Street every Sunday at 11am for Family Worship. Kids' Club - every Tuesday at 4 pm, Women's Group - Wednesday at 1.30pm, and Playgroup - Friday 9.30am. Evening Ladies' Fellowship - First Monday each month and Youth Groups held monthly. All welcome. Please contact Lt. Robyn and Max Lean. Ph. 5672 1228. PRESBYTERIAN: Weekly Worship Service 10am Sunday, corner Bent and Turner Streets, Leongatha. Phone Rev. Dr D. Clarnette 0409 236 981 or elder Col Rump 5662-2107.

CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH: Reformed Church meeting at the corner of Peart and Brown Streets. Sunday family service at 10.30am. (10am daylight saving time), creche and Sunday School available. Teaching service at 7.30pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2762. Minister: Rev. Ron Nauta. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, November 22, 9am and 10.45am. “Life to the Max” 7pm. Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Geoff Smith and Rev. Jim Foley, 5655 1997. BAPTIST CHURCH KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366. BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi. Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www.wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769. MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall. COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm. SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 9853 6627. FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.

7. 8. 9. 10. 12. 15. 16. 18. 20. 22.

ACROSS Dubious (12) Scorching (6) Speaker (6) Stepped (7) Mad (5) Old (5) Join (7) Wine (6) Nonsense (6) Staircase (12)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 11. 13. 14. 17. 19. 21.

DOWN Tyrant (8) Addict (4) Violinist (7) Pry (5) Graze (8) Prohibit (4) Low spirits (8) Odd (8) Whale (7) Wander (5) Tress (4) Tooth (4)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8197 ACROSS 7. How long it took to succumb to temptation? (5,2,1,4). 8. The main theme is that it’s onerous (6). 9. At large, or on the loose, in a bad environment (6). 10. Contacts to take round and have a drink (5,2). 12. Seeing that there’s snow - a nice sprinkling (5). 15. Get confused when you speak roughly to (5). 16. Arranged as instructed (7). 18. Manage to get hold of the music (6). 20. Though it’s unimportant, friend, do your best (6). 22. Get one playing (5,1,6). DOWN 1. The duel is fought over a misconception (8). 2. Watch out for your head! (4). 3. Leading in the laps, you gather (5,2). 4. Lady who had a very hectic morning? (5). 5. I take a small quantity, myself, about to have a headache (8). 6. Her name was brought up by the panellist (4). 11. Gary, not I, arranged the revolution (8). 13. How the applauders greeted you? (8). 14. Intend to sit for, at first (7). 17. Downright see-through! (5). 19. Ferret about when one’s out (4). 21. Bring down a rookie as well (4).

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Rolling on antiques MEENIYAN is like a town on a roll; so much is happening, bringing excitement and energy to the town.

Spanish style: this painting, one sale at the antique fair, depicts one of the assistants at a bullfight.

After a big Carnivale weekend comes the Meeniyan Antiques Fair. To be held at the Meeniyan Hall, the first Meeniyan Antiques Fair will open on Saturday, November 28, at 9am. There will be a huge range of offerings to suit all pockets at stalls in the main hall and stage area, said one of the organisers Sue Anderson. The supper room will be devoted to small furniture and art. Up to 30 stalls of antiques will be on display, including porcelain, figurines, art, jewellery, retro, glass, paintings, Victoriana and small furniture. “This is the first fair of its kind, in the delightful

Meeniyan Hall,” Ms Anderson said. “There will be porcelain and pottery, from the the top houses of Europe and the UK, dinner services, figurines, ornamental pieces, to mention just a few options. There will be a good range of Australian pottery. “There will be glass and crystal, both modern and 19th century, ranging from vases and bowls to stemware. There will be jewellery, ranging from Georgian to modern.” The furniture room will have a variety of small furniture, from tables to sideboards. The art works, decorating this part of the venue, should be something to feast your eyes on. “Both the supper room and entry area will have antique prints, listed artists, oils, watercolours and other mediums to look over and buy.

The admission cost is just $3 for adults, and no charge for children under 15. There are door prizes of Carters 2010 annual price guides, worth $125 each, and two very special Noritake books.

German origin: Made in Dresden, Volkstadt figurines are small works of art with considerable value attached to them.

Revue goes on tour LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre’s latest touring production, The Deja Vu Revue, brings back some of your favourite skits and songs from the last six years. Audience favourites such as The Hardware Sketch, Synchronised Swimming, The Big Deck and The Ballad of Frieda and Barry, will be presented, along with a number of new items. Well-loved characters also make an encore appearance, such as the unforgettable Mr Interesting Facts, portrayed hilariously by Brad Beach. This year he doesn’t impart interesting facts but goes on a date

with a beautiful girl with unfortunate results. The Old Lady from years past has not gotten any younger and is still finding herself in unexpected situations, and the tactless Beauty Consultant once again brings her singular charm to the stage. After debuting last year, Terry Lay returns to the role of emcee, his boyish charm hiding a devilish wit and a beautiful voice. Brad Beach, Nicole Cooper and Alison McIntyre are the veterans of the show. They are joined this year by three performers who are appearing in their first touring production. Aron Toman, Lindy Waldron and Josh Gardiner have all appeared in a number of musicals

with Lyric and are now turning their talents to the more intimate stage of The Deja Vu Revue. Josh is a rising star in the performing arts in Gippsland and Melbourne and is much in demand. Audiences will be lucky to see this youngster branching out into this style of show. Past ‘Boggs shows’, as they have been known, have showcased a large variety of music and songs - and this production brings back a number of favourites. Barb Fleming on piano and Geoff Heide on drums provide a slick and professional sound for the show, and keep your ears open for some of the tongue-in-cheek pieces of music they play at the end of the skits.

Portraits enter prize THE annual Great Southern Portrait Prize has managed to throw up some innovative entries and unusual winners since it began five years ago.

A photograph won it one year and last year Chris Beehag won the open section with a textile portrait of her partner Geoff Robson. Now in its fifth year, entry forms are available for the 2010 Great Southern Portrait Prize presented by Prom Coast Arts. The subject of the portrait must be a resident of the Gippsland region, however, there is no restriction on the place of residence for the artist. All portraits must be based on a live sitting and the work should have been completed in the last 12 months. As in previous years, Prom Coast Arts will present the Great Southern Portrait Prize and Exhibition together with the Tastes of Prom country Food and Wine festival held at the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre on the weekend of January 16-17, 2010. Entrants for the portrait prize will also have the opportunity to be part of a selected Great Southern Portrait prize exhibition to be held at Stockyard Gallery from January 18-26.

Entry forms for the portrait prize can be downloaded at www.promcoastarts.org. au or hard copies can be obtained at Gecko Studio Gallery in Fish Creek. For further information or enquiries, phone Anda 5687 1206 or Jane 5683 2621.

2009 winner: Chris Beehag won the Great Southern Portrait Prize 2009 in the open section with Stitched Up, a textile portrait of her partner Geoff Robson.

The format of Lyric’s touring show is a great opportunity for people to get together for a laugh and a couple of drinks, and one lucky audience member may even become one of the stars of the show as they join the cast in one of the most popular skits. The show kicked off last Friday night at the Kongwak Hall and in Nyora on Saturday, but other performances are at the Fish Creek Bowls Club on Thursday, November 19; Dumbalk Hall, Friday, November 20; Bena Hall, Saturday, November 21, Meeniyan Bowls Club, Thursday, November 26; Leongatha Bowls Club, Friday, November 27; and Leongatha Golf Club, Saturday, November 28.

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Slasher gives way to flower power THERE’S a profusion of wildflowers at the bend in the Fish Creek/Meeniyan Road on the way to Buffalo. A keen Fish Creek wildflower lover is so thrilled that the flowers have been allowed to bloom instead of meeting their fate under the blades of the shire slasher, she wanted to share the news. “In latter years, the shire (of South Gippsland) has mown at the wrong time and the flowers have gone,” she said.

Someone decided to act and placed a sign on the roadside verge, asking that the grass not be cut until the flowers are spent. It worked! “There’s a mass of pink trigger flowers and heath and further on there is purple flag which looks beautiful - and sundew. “These are the most visible wildflowers for a long stretch. “The little sign did the trick; it’s such a lovely story.” Trigger plants derive the name from their

flower columns. When an insect visitor probes the flower, a trigger springs upwards, depositing pollen on the back of the insect, which then transfers the pollen to another flower.

First bloom: heath was the first wildflower to bloom on the roadside on the way to Buffalo.

Leongatha PS laps it up THE Leongatha Primary School Lap-a-thon was a huge success last week, raising at least (at the last count) $6167. Students ran and walked as hard as they could to raise much needed funds for the Victorian Cancer Council.

Leading the pack: Elise Dowling puts the pace on as Tobi Caughey tries to bridge the gap. Time for a breather: LPS teacher Annette Opray and student Paige take a quick break in the shade.

Boost for horticulture A BOOST for local horticulture industries has occured with ECG McMillan offering a first in Gippsland – a new Diploma in Ornamental Horticulture to assist people to increase their horticultural skills, advance in their workplace, or set up their own business. The Victorian accredited course has been developed in response to industry demand for people with higher level technical skills and knowledge to prepare them to work in a wide range of horticulture enterprises including local government, landscape design, retail and wholesale nurseries, historical and botanical gardens. Head of Rural Studies at ECG McMillan, Babis Lagos said while Gippsland had flourishing horticulture businesses, a continuing challenge for many was a shortage of skilled workers, particularly those with higher level training. “A strength of this course is the focus on plant knowledge, health and physiology as well as covering landscape and garden design, business planning, and more.” Mr Lagos said feedback from the recent Baw Baw Open Gardens Scheme and Expo highlighted a high number of people seeking to access higher - level training in Ornamental Horticulture. ECG also has a number of students completing certificate courses who wish to take up

Diploma level training to build their qualifications. “The new Diploma course is open to anyone with an interest in horticulture. They may already be working in industry, or new entrants wishing to start a career in horticulture or set up their own business. The course is also suitable for serious home and hobby gardeners, providing them with an opportunity to take their skills and knowledge to the next level. “The course will be delivered flexibly to meet the needs of busy working people or those with other commitments.” Information evenings are being held in Warragul and Leongatha to enable local businesses and individuals to hear more about the new Diploma in Ornamental Horticulture, which will start at ECG McMillan early next year. The Warragul information evening will be held on Wednesday November 25 between 7 and 8pm at ECG McMillan campus, 71 Korumburra Warragul Road, Warragul. The Leongatha information evening will be held on the 26th between 7 and 8 pm at ECG McMillan’s Leongatha campus Nerrena Road, Leongatha. For more information on horticulture and agriculture courses offered by ECG McMillan, phone Warragul campus on 5622 6000 or Leongatha campus on 5662 6700 or visit www.ecg.vic.edu.au for all the details.

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Tent town school a hit TAKING a step back in time, some 700 students from Wonthaggi schools enjoyed learning about life in 1909 in a tent town erected last week as part of the Wonthaggi Centenary celebrations. Students from Wonthaggi North, St Josephs and Wonthaggi primary schools attended the tent town village and Powlett River Tent Town School set up in Apex Park for three days, November 11 to 13. Tent town village co-ordinator Jenny Churchill, Bass Coast Shire Arts and Leisure Manager, said she is thrilled with the tent town centenary project. An exhausted Ms Churchill said it took a lot of planning but it was all worthwhile. “Judging from the reaction from the students, the many questions being asked about life in Wonthaggi 100 years ago and the fabulous feedback from the schools, it has been a great success,” she said. The tent town was divided into three areas housed in three purpose-built, 1909 replica tents that included the school, with Nola Thorpe as teacher, the post office, with Bass Coast Shire Mayor John Duscher as post master, and a tent home, complete with washing copper, wash boards and prop lines. Students were given a glimpse of life a century ago, they were presented with centenary postcards, specially stamped by Cr Duscher and enjoyed catching up on their local history in the museum.

Celebration: Prep students from the Wonthaggi North Primary School were thrilled to attend the recreated 1909 Powlett River Tent Town School erected in Apex Park, Wonthaggi last week as part of the town’s centenary celebrations.

Double act: Bass Coast Shire Mayor John Duscher enjoyed his role as post master in the 1909 recreated tent town and handed out specially stamped Wonthaggi centenary postcards to students attending the olde worlde school last week, including to Wonthaggi North Primary School Prep student Rikki.

Miners: from left, Wonthaggi State Coal Mine volunteer miners Gerry Williams, Brian and Colin Lindsay joined Bass Coast Shire Arts and Leisure Manager Jenny Churchill and helped out at the tent town erected in Wonthaggi last week.

History: Prep students from the Wonthaggi North Primary School learned a lot about life in Wonthaggi 100 years ago with the help of resident tent town teacher Nola Thorpe in Apex Park last Friday.

Extended tip times Schoolies hit coast SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will extend the opening times of its transfer stations on the weekends of December 5 and 6 and December 12 and 13 to allow adequate green waste disposal and ensure reduced fire hazards. “After the February fires, people are looking at their homes with fresh eyes and realising that while a vine climbing up the side of the house is attractive, it presents potentially lethal fire fuel,” council’s waste management co-ordinator Geoff McKinnon said. “While the major focus is on the free green waste disposal on these two weekends, other rubbish can also be dropped off, according to the regular fee schedule.

“We hope that residents will start cleaning up now, if they haven’t already, to take advantage of this council initiative to make conditions safer for their families and property.” “The opening hours of 8am to 4pm on these two weekends will give people the opportunity to dispose of their green waste in the relative cool of the morning. South Gippsland Transfer Stations are located at Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, about 2.5 km south of Koonwarra; Silkstone Road, Korumburra (road at rear of Coal Creek Heritage Village); Foster, South Gippsland Highway, about 2.5 km east of Foster; Railway Road, Mirboo North; Fish Creek Road, Walkerville Road, Walkerville; Corner Canterbury Road and No 3 Beach Road, Venus Bay.

SCHOOL leavers can be expected in Bass Coast later this week. The shire council does not actively encourage Schoolies Week, but steps are taken to minimise risks and maximise safety for residents and visitors. “We recognise they are coming and that it is our responsibility to make sure it’s safe and to minimise impacts on the community,” said council’s events co-ordinator Frank Angarane. “We have developed a program that is funded through the State Government’s Office of Youth and includes a significant volunteer component.” From November 26, to December 6, a community safety caravan will be at the Cowes foreshore staffed by youth workers and drug and alcohol counsellors. “There will be information available about lo-

cal services as well as party safe messages,” said Mr Angarane. “A night time bus service operated by youth workers and volunteers will be available to help keep the school leavers safe, but also to minimise disturbance to residents.” As part of the program, council is registering the schoolies visiting Bass Coast. Council, local police, the YMCA and volunteers are also taking steps to minimise the impact of schoolies week on the community. “Part of this involves keeping the kids occupied. We have found that when they have something to do, they are less likely to cause a disturbance.” Red Frog volunteers will also be visiting private parties to help keep behaviour in check.

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How we remembered

REMEMBRANCE Day services were held across South Gippsland at 11am on November 11. The day commemorates the signing of the armistice at the end of World War I in 1918. This is how Leongatha marked the event.

With pleasure: South Gippsland Shire mayor Cr Jim Fawcett, was delighted to be asked to pose with his mother Zel Fawcett, who placed a wreath at the cenotaph on behalf of the South Gippsland Legacy widows. Cr Fawcett placed a wreath on behalf of the shire council.

Observance: those who attended the Remembrance Day commemoration in Leongatha gathered under a tree near the cenotaph.

Their turn: Courteney Westaway and Jordan Nagel lay a wreath on behalf of the Leongatha Primary School. Both students are in Grade Six. Courteney said she thinks her great grandfather was in the war and Jordan said his grandpa Nagel fought in World War II. In memory: Shirley Gwyther stands as Stan Elliott plays the Last Post.

Right, Ladies auxiliary: Wilma McLennan Snr laid a wreath on behalf of the Leongatha RSL ladies auxiliary.

Scent of success at Rose Show “THIS is the best exhibition of old fashioned roses I’ve ever seen anywhere in the world.”

That observation was made by Rosalie Parsons, who won the champion rose trophy at the 38 th Leongatha Rose Spectacular. Rosalie, from Doncaster, is a veteran of the Leongatha and other rose shows around Victoria. Her championship rose was a lovely pink Esmeralda, which Rosalie said isn’t usually in bloom in time for the Leongatha Rose Spectacular, but the warm weather had brought it out early. She won a rose bowl donated by Birch, Ross and Barlow and a bronze medal from the Rose Society of Victoria. Rosalie also won the best exhibit in miniature roses and the best container of old fashioned roses. Judge Ian Aitken, who shared the task with his wife Dorothy and Bob Dixon, congratulated organisers on the event, which transformed Le-

ongatha’s Memorial Hall into a gloriously perfumed venue. The Red Cross provided lunch and afternoon tea and the plant stall at the back of the hall did a roaring trade. The star of the show was Biscuit, a winsome golden retriever guide dog. She came with handler Skylie Garwood from Vision Australia and Wanda Egerton, a client and volunteer with Vision Australia, who judged the perfumed roses. It was a task, she said, that was very difficult. In the end, she awarded the prize to Judy Greenway. Rosemary Wood won the best stem of David Austin roses and the best exhibit of Delbard roses. A vase of magnificent white Iceberg blooms won the best container of roses section for Barbe Jelbart of Leongatha South. She said the secret is to feed the rose bushes with horse manure. Pam Steele won the best container of David Austin roses and Eileen Hanrahan the best exhibit in cut flowers.

The winner: Rosalie Parsons won champion rose with this beauty called Esmeralda.

Helping hand: Leongatha identity Maggie Wallis, helped make cut flowers into dainty posies, which sold as quickly as she and others could make them. White glory: Barbe Jelbart with the container of Iceberg roses that won the best container of roses.

Show star: Biscuit the guide dog was a winner at the rose show. She is pictured with Wanda Egerton (left) and Skylie Garwood from Vision Australia.

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More cattle at market

NOW that public holidays are off the agenda a larger yarding of young and grown cattle were penned. However, while there were some good to very good quality cattle penned, there were equally a lot of crossbred steers and heifers sold. Because of the very good season, these cattle were in reasonable to good condition, and therefore the prices achieved were lower. All of the usual

buyers were present, but with the exception of some cows, prices were again cheaper. A larger penning of trade weight cattle were offered, but included a large number of D2 and D3 heifers of varying weights and ages. These, plus better quality heifers sold to poor demand and were 2c to 9c/kg lower on average, with poor competition for dairy cross heifers affecting the outcome. Isolated sales of vealers were from 150c to 177c, but most of the 225 young cattle sold in this sec-

tion of the sale made between 110c and 155c/kg. Grown heifers totalled around 145 head, and made from 110c to 137c/kg. Even though a number of manufacturing bullocks were offered in the penning of 260 grown steers and bullocks, the quality of the whole offering was good to very good. As demand was weaker, prices fell 1c to 5c/ kg, with prime C3 and C4 bullocks and grown steers making between 150c to 158c/kg. Manufacturing bullocks were varied in their weight and breeding and

made from 124c to 150c/kg. Due to the good season a number of good to very good quality beef cows were penned, and these made between 124c and 134c, which was 1c to 2c/ kg higher. Better quality dairy cows made from 118c to 130c/kg, showing similar rises. The penning of 445 head included some larger frame through to small frame cows of poor to fair quality. Prices were between 83c and 115c, which was firm to 3c/kg cheaper. Bulls were 1c to 4c cheaper, with heavy bulls making from 132c to 148c/kg.

Wednesday, November 11 BULLOCKS 10 J. & V. Alicata, Thorpdale 16 S. Ingleton & Sons, Narracan 7 J. & J. Sturgess, Loch 8 C. Fryer, Fish Creek 16 J. Moir, Berrys Creek 12 T. Tuck, Almurta

663 668 649 596 686 740

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STEERS 1 S. Shepherdson, Korumburra South 1 A. & J. Arrott-Watt, Korumburra 1 F. Walker, Bingo Munjie South 1 J.M.M. Costanzo, Woorarra East 2 R.L. & L.K. Laurie-Rhodes, Alberton 2 J. Blair, Budgeree

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COWS 1 A. & T. Ireland, Glen Forbes 1 M.J. & L.M. Brunt, Poowong 1 R.H. & M. Greaves, Tarwin Lower 5 M. Hayes, Leongatha South 2 S. & A. Blundy, Tarwin Lower 1 Keenage Past, Alberton West

Great prize: Robin Pridemore receives a tonne of green urea fertiliser from Landmark represented by Sam Vagg.

Fertiliser prize for farmer NEERIM South dairy farmers have won a tonne of green urea fertiliser in a recent promotion. Robin and Glenda Pridemore entered a competition through the Department of Primary Industries at the Poowong Dairy Expo in September.

The DPI was trying to promote various courses they have available and Landmark was happy to be part of the promotion through sponsorship. Incitec Pivot helped supply the fertiliser. Contact Landmark team member Sam Vagg on 5662 2291.

HEIFERS 1 G. & L. Jennings, Bruthen 2 B. Koolstra, Pakenham 1 G.D. & R.L. Trease, Mardan 4 B. Herbert, Korumburra 1 M. Brown, Korumburra 9 Gembost P/L, Tarwin Lower BULLS 1 J.M.M. Costanzo, Woorarra East 1 N.P. & J.A. Chandler, Hedley 1 L. Mollica, Nyora 1 R.J. Scott, Kongwak 1 W.G. & F.M. Pratt, Inverloch 1 M. Lafferty, Yinnar

660 615 635 711 618 590

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Jerseys celebrated THE South Gippsland Jersey Breeders Club held their 2009 On Farm Challenge recently. The champion cow was Bushlea August Iris owned by Keith and Pat and Wayne and Lisa Kuhne. The Kuhnes were also the most successful exhibitor. There were 268 entries from 31 exhibitors. Robert Anderson was the judge. Cattle were judged over three days in their ‘working days’ so minimal input was required by the busy farmer. A presentation dinner in late October at the Leongatha RSL attracted 60 people. The following cows will represent the club in the Great Southern Challenge from November 23 to 27 across four states: two year Wallacedale Badgers Melaine 2 (owned by C. and M. and L. and M. Wallace; three year Bushlea August Iris (owned by K. and P. and W. and L. Kuhne), four year Grandridge Davenport (owned by John and Jill Bilney) and five years plus Wallacedale Aurora Maiden (owned by C. and M. and L. and M. Wallace).

Results Class 1 - Cow born 2007: 1st Wallacedale Badgers Melaine 2, C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, 764 pts; 2nd Bushlea Kookie 94, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, 762 pts. Class 2 - Cow born 2007 (Progeny test 2 yr): 1st 3370, Geoff and Estelle Boyd, 728 pts; 2nd Ecology, Warren Lace, 721 pts. Class 3 - Cow born 2006: 1st Bushlea August Iris, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, 773 pts; 2nd Bushlea Ren Fernleaf, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, 755 pts. Class 4 - Cow born 2005: 1st Grandridge Davenport, John and Jill Bilney, 768 pts; 2nd Wallacedale Jace Lynette, C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, 759 pts. Class 5 - Cow born 2004: 1st Bushlea Conn Maybell, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, 764 pts; 2nd Wallacedale Willows Belle, C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, 753 pts. Class 6 - Cow born before 2004: 1st Wallacedale Aurora Maiden, C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, 766 pts; 2nd Wallacedale Sambo Buttercup, C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, 761 pts. Class 7 - Cow and daughter or 2 daughters of the one cow, over 18 mths: 1st Bushlea Senior Fernleaf, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne; Bushlea Ren Fernleaf, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, 1511 pts. 2nd Gelbeado Park Ester 65th, Paul and Lisa Mumford; Gelbeado Park Ester 98th, Paul and Lisa Mumford, 1495 pts. Class 8 - Genetic recovery cow: 1st Alderney Anastasia, GR Michael Platt and Michelle Vines, 760 pts; 2nd Glenjuristan Vulture, GR Moscript family, 756 pts. Class 9 - Best pen of 5 cows: 1st K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, ‘Bushlea’, 3810 pts; 2nd C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, ‘Wallacedale’, 3804 pts. Class 10 - Best vessel: Equal 1st Bushlea August Iris, K. & P. and W. & L. Kuhne, 253 pts; equal 1st Wallacedale Sambo Buttercup, C. & M. and L. & M. Wallace, 253 pts; 2nd Tarralyn Velvet 9 568, Andrew and Julie Appleyard, 251 pts. Champion cow 2009: Bushlea August Iris, 773 pts, owned by Keith and Pat, and Wayne and Lisa Kuhne. Reserve champion cow 2009: Grandridge Davenport, 768 pts, owned by John and Jill Bilney. Judges encouragement award: Jonathan and Barbara Luke. Junior encouragement award: Callum Moscript. Most successful exhibitor 2009: Keith and Pat, and Wayne and Lisa Kuhne. Runner-up most successful exhibitor 2009: Cliff and Marieka, and Luke and Melanie Wallace.

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Hay! We need rain By Brad Lester MORE rain is needed soon to deliver a decent hay season this summer. An unseasonally hot and dry November so far has led to pastures maturing earlier, prompting a rush of farmers eager to finish silage harvests. Hot nights have exacerbated evaporation, heightening the urgency for rain to wet subsoil. Some contractors have already started making hay and could be finished by Christmas, about a month earlier than usual. The region has recorded a week of temperatures in the high twenties to low thirties, and no notable rain has fallen since the middle of October. The surprise long hot weather has prompted some farmers to change their plans, said Kardella contractor Phil McNaughton. “A few farmers have turned their silage into hay because it went off too quick,” he said. “When it’s 30 degree weather, you just can’t get the grass cut and picked up quick enough because it’s curing too quick.” Contractors have been working long hours to bale silage and retain crop quality. Fortunately, silage crops have generally

been of higher quality than last year, said Sandy Point contractor, Anthony Hill. “The silage harvest has been later but it hasn’t been too bad. Last year the season was earlier but the crop was not as good because it was dry in September/October,” he said. But high mid spring rain ruined some crops and shortened the harvest season. “A lot of people had silage ready to go but put their cows back on it because it was too wet,” Mr Hill said. “Instead of the season being three months, it was condensed to one month, but the quality was still there. “The yield was not as good as it could have been if we had got on the paddocks earlier.” Mr McNaughton reported heavy silage crops as a result of October rain and was even cutting a second crop on Campbell Greig’s Ruby farm last Friday, just five weeks after the first. But Mr McNaughton was not so confident about the hay season. “The worry now is whether there is going to be enough hay. We just need some more rain to keep it going because it’s going to sign off pretty quick,” he said. “The grass is maturing quicker than usual. It just makes it hard to keep up with it.

“If it does not rain we might be finished hay by December. Last year, our first hay crop was not cut until December 19.” The weather has been so unusual, Mr McNaughton cut silage, then hay and then silage on one property as the temperature rose and then dropped in a single day, affecting quality. Mr Hill said hay crops around the coast should be pleasing this summer but he would still welcome more rain. “There is still a fair bit of moisture there but we need more rain to build bulk back in the hay again,” he said. Temperatures are expected to remain warm this week, with the possibility of rain at the weekend. Mr Hill cut his first silage crop on his own property more than two weeks ago and expects another cut after fertilising the paddock. The Bureau of Meteorology predicts the chances of Victoria receiving more than the seasonal average rainfall are between 40 and 60 per cent. Meanwhile the likelihood of the average November-January maximum temperature exceeding the long-term average is more than 55 per cent.

Tight bale: Ruby farmer Campbell Greig was happy with the quality of silage made by contractors Phil and Don McNaughton, and Peter Birch.

Know about dairy shed water use IT is important for anyone owning and/ or operating a dairy farm in Gippsland to understand what the Dairy Shed Water Licence Transition Program is and how it may affect them. Various organisations are running the program to ensure the dairy industry understands the program. It aims to accurately licence all dairy shed water use and involves an amnesty period ending on February 26, 2010. All dairy farmers registered with Dairy Food Safety Victoria were sent an information pack about it in early October. If you haven’t received an information pack, check if the program affects you by reading the information on the DSE website (www.ourwater.vic.gov. au/saving/farms), ringing the DPI/DSE Customer Service Centre on 136 186 or asking your dairy

adviser for an overview of what the program entails. If you have received the information, consider whether others involved in your farm business need to be consulted either in the application process or with estimating current water use. For example if you lease the farm, run a dairy business and received the information pack yourself, you may need to inform the farm owner of the program as it is usually the farm owner who needs to apply for the water licence. If you are a farm owner, but don’t operate the dairy, your sharefarmers or workers will be able to help you estimate the current volume used in the dairy shed processes, as needed on the application. Whatever your role on the dairy farm, it’s a good idea to first check the detail of the farm’s current dairy and irrigation licences. Do you have a licence and if so, for what

volume? Then think about all the sources of water you use in the shed and which ones need to be licensed. These include rivers, creeks, dams and groundwater. Then consider how the water moves from one use to the next; how it’s stored both before and after various uses such as milk cooling, washing and platform sprays; and the first use of the water. This will help you decide the easiest way for you to estimate water taken from licensed sources for your shed. The two useful methods outlined in the booklet Dairy Shed Water – How much do you use? are the flow rate method for hoses and storage volume method for tanks. Southern Rural Water is managing the application process and will provide information on whether you need a licence, your current licences and the

fees to upgrade an existing licence or obtain a new licence. Contact SRW in the first instance for enquiries via www.srw.com.au or phone 1300 139 510. Most dairy advisers are now familiar with this booklet and along with Gippsland DPI staff, will be able to provide some assistance. Check with your local milk company supply representative, water corporation field staff and other dairy advisers as to how they can help. Farmer forums and speakers at farmer meetings will be arranged depending on local interest. This is an opportunity to understand how much water is used in the dairy shed and consider ways to be more efficient. DPI has a booklet to assist in the calculation of the water use in the dairy. To obtain a copy of Dairy Shed Water – How much do you use? contact

the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186 or ring Benita Kelsall or Julie Williams at DPI Ellinbank on (03) 5624 2222. You can also visit the DPI website www.dpi. vic.gov.au and search for ‘water use’.

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Applicants must satisfy a police check and hold a current drivers licence. This is a great opportunity to display your talents in a work environment that offers great employment beneďŹ t, professional development and job satisfaction. We also welcome direct discussion with Sara Cox regarding these opportunities.

Cnr Smith St & Michael Pl Leongatha 3953

Applications addressing the selection criteria are to be submitted by 5pm Friday 27th November 2009 addressed to: Human Resources, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha 3953 or emailed to council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

10.00am to 12.00pm

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As the successful applicant, you will work as a member of a team managing the learning process for a diverse range of clients to enhance individual learning outcomes in line with student and industry expectations. For further information, please contact Helen Lechte, (03) 5671 2301. Working with Children Check compliance required. Closing date: 10 am 25 November 2009. For more information and to apply online go to:

www.chisholm.edu.au/jobs Enjoy exible career options, work-home life balance, health and well-being programs, recognition for merit and the pride of contributing to society

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Leongatha RSL

Phil Head on 1300 55 1918

• Position No. 243211 • 0.6 EFT Fixed Term to 31/12/10 • Salary: $46,542 - $72,275 p.a. (pro rata) • Bass Coast Campus

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COOK (Aged Care)

Full Time position available

MIRBOO NORTH AGED CARE FACILITY

for an

is seeking an experienced Cook to work on a Permanent Part Time basis. Food Safety Supervisor’s Certificate, and/or Food Handlers Certificate and experience in aged care preferred. Police check essential.

EXPERIENCED FARMHAND

Please forward your application to: Amanda Jones (Administration Officer) Mirboo North ACF, 4-6 Brennan Street, Mirboo North, Vic. 3871 or email mirboonorth@acsagroup.com.au

GRAND RIDGE BREWERY RESTAURANT MIRBOO NORTH Have casual / part time vacancies for

CHEF, BAR STAFF, WAITRESSES IMMEDIATE START Resumé including cover letter and references should be sent to beer@grand-ridge.com.au or sent via fax to 9708 0888. Phone 9706 2222. Enquiries to Amanda 5668 2222

Bass Coast Children’s Centre Inc. invites applications for the following position:

Qualified Child Carer Permanent Full Time Applicants must hold a Certificate III in Community Services (Childcare) or Diploma of Community Services (Childcare). As part of our commitment to maintaining a child safe environment, applicants must provide a current National Police Certificate and Working with Children (WWC) Check. Appropriate First Aid qualifications are mandatory. Applicants must possess the desire to provide exceptional quality childcare in a safe and nurturing environment. Position descriptions are available on request. Submissions and enquiries (between 10am and 4pm) to: Ms Dina McMaster - Co-ordinator Bass Coast Children’s Centre Inc 244 White Road WONTHAGGI VIC 3995 Ph: (03) 5672 5151 Fax: (03) 5672 1332 Applications close 5pm Friday, December 4, 2009

An unparalleled opportunity for the right applicant. • Grand Ridge Brewery 100% pure beer • Restaurant • Accommodation • Functions • Live Entertainment • Full hotel facilities

CHEF

Urgently required for permanent work in busy, modern Australian bistro Contact Aaron 0412 364 761

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situations vacant

in a diverse farming operation Near Leongatha Phone 0429 350 450

situations vacant

Environmental Officer - Biodiversity Full Time - Ongoing Traralgon The Environmental Officer - Biodiversity role requires you to have a strong understanding of natural resource management, particularly related to catchment management, biodiversity and pest plant and animal issues and processes. The remuneration range is $61,944 - $89,767 and includes 9% superannuation and a full private use vehicle option. A Position Description can be obtained via our website or by emailing kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au For further information contact Shayne Haywood, Land Team Leader.

Student Engineer

Geoff Hocking Chief Executive Officer

• Temporary vacation position • Exceptional career opportunity • Gain on the job experience Here is your opportunity to put theory into practice whilst also developing skills and knowledge outside of the classroom. Massive developments across Bass Coast are providing rare and valuable opportunities for student engineers.

Correspondence PO Box 1374, Traralgon VIC 3844 Telephone 1300 094 262 Facsimile (03) 5175 7899 Email westgippy@wgcma.vic.gov.au Web www.wgcma.vic.gov.au

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Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria should be marked; ‘Environmental Officer - Biodiversity’ c/ HR/Payroll Officer and must be received by 4pm on Friday 27th November. Email applications may be sent to kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au

In this position, you will be exposed to all aspects of civil engineering, from the designs for rural and urban roads, footpaths and drainage projects to the management of civil works projects. You will be currently completing tertiary quali cations in Engineering and have a keen interest in Civil Engineering. Please email your resume to the address or email below with a copy of your academic transcripts.

Home care opportunities • Part-time and casual positions If you enjoy working with older people and people with disabilities then this is the opportunity for you. We have about 60 Home carers who provide in-home services to approximately 2600 local clients. It is a rewarding job with plenty of variety and we can accommodate work hours to suit almost anyone.

Management Accountant • $67,000 to $75,000 plus super • Permanent full time We are seeking an experienced individual with appropriate tertiary quali cations to replace our Management Accountant. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of duties including budget preparation and control, supervision of staff, and asset accounting. This hands-on role is ideally suited for an ambitious individual with CA/CPA quali cation who is looking to further their career with a dynamic and growing local government organisation.

Data Analyst • $60,000 to $65,000 • Permanent full time This new position will join our Information, Communication and Technology Team and be involved in data analysis and maintenance, writing routine and ad hoc reports and consulting with staff members about their data needs. The ideal candidate will be exible, self motivated and have great attention to detail. They will have experience in information systems database maintenance or a similar role. Suitable quali cations will also bene t. For a position speci cation go to www.basscoast.vic.gov.au or contact Human Resources on 1300 BCOAST (226 278). Written applications must address the key selection criteria and be emailed to jobapps@basscoast.vic.gov.au or posted to Cheryl Sanders, Human Resources Coordinator, Bass Coast Shire Council, PO Box 118, Wonthaggi Vic 3995 by 5.00pm, Friday, 27 November 2009. Bass Coast Shire Council, 76 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi, VIC 3995 | DX 34903 Wonthaggi | PO Box 118, Wonthaggi, VIC 3995 | 1300 BCOAST (226 278) for standard call cost | basscoast@basscoast.vic.gov.au www.basscoast.vic.gov.au

Indigenous Facilitator Part time 0.6 FTE 12 month position Traralgon or Leongatha This role will be responsible for facilitating activities which contribute to the organisation’s ongoing commitment to engage with Traditional Owners and Indigenous organisations for implementing WGCMA’s Indigenous Partnership Policy. This position will also contribute to the successful coordination of ongoing Cultural Heritage Training for WGCMA staff and to the organisation’s Community Engagement Framework. The remuneration range is $49,850 - $63,644 and includes 9% superannuation, use of a mobile phone and laptop. • This position will be for an initial 12 months and will be ongoing subject to funding. A Position Description can be obtained via our website or by emailing kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au For further information contact Mikaela Power, Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator, mikaelap@wgcma.vic.gov.au Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria should be marked; ‘Indigenous Facilitator’ c/ HR/Payroll Officer and must be received by 4pm on Friday 27th November. Email applications may be sent to kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au Geoff Hocking Chief Executive Officer

Correspondence PO Box 1374, Traralgon VIC 3844 Telephone 1300 094 262 Facsimile (03) 5175 7899 Email westgippy@wgcma.vic.gov.au Web www.wgcma.vic.gov.au

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You will need or be willing to obtain a Certi cate III in Home & Community Care. A current driver’s licence with access to an appropriately registered and insured vehicle is required. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Working with Children’s Check and a Police Check.

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for sale

for sale

SHED Safety steel 6 x 3.6 x 3 Brand new, still in kit form Purchased - $3,490, will sell $2,490 Mirboo North Ph: 0419 696 655

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SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS & SALES

FREE QUOTES WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE

167 Graham Street Wonthaggi

5672 3127

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for sale

for sale

CARAVAN, Pegasus, 18’6”, tandem wheels, clean and neat. Double bedroom, fold down dining table and settee. Not reg. On site in Mardan. $5,000 ONO. Ph: 0418-363299.

HAY, small square bales, $8 each. Fully shedded, suitable for horses, never been wet. Quality guaranteed. Mardan 5664-1320.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175.

LEATHER JACKET, men’s soft touch black, size XL107, with price tags. Never worn, a bargain at $85. Ph: 0407-393091.

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for sale MAG WHEELS, BA Ford, 4 x 16” x 7” 9-spoke with caps and chrome nuts, $275 ONO. 5664-2391. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662. TIMBER - kiln dried blackwood, clear pine, silver wattle. Most sizes for furniture and craft. Also builder’s graded structural pine. Phone 5681-2261. WINDOWS, aluminium, good condition: (2) 1840H x 1550W, (1) 1840H x 1250W, (1) 1000H x 900W. $500. Ph: 5683-2408, 0428-517733.

Early Childhood Intervention Professional Fulltime based in Wonthaggi Are you a Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Early Childhood Teacher looking for a position that will allow you to work in partnership with families, drawing on their strengths and resources while guiding and supporting them? Noah’s Ark is a state-wide community organisation that provides a range of early childhood intervention and inclusion support services. We are seeking an Early Intervention Professional with suitable qualifications in psychology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech therapy, teaching or other relevant qualification for our Gippsland service, based in Wonthaggi. Experience in paediatrics, particularly early childhood intervention preferred. Excellent salary and salary packaging available For a position description please contact Dale Kiel on 8823 8614 or email hr@noahsarkinc.org.au Applications to be emailed to hr@noahsarkinc.org.au, faxed on 8823 8688 Applications close: November 23, 2009

A.W. SMITH & SONS P/L Full Time Sales Person - Hardware This full-time position requires an enthusiastic person to be involved in the daily running of our hardware business. the successful candidate will demonstrate sound customer service skills, and a willingness to learn. Please forward written application and resumé to: The Manager, 5-9 Roughead Street, Leongatha 3953 Applications close November 27, 2009 Successful applicants only will be notified

APPRENTICE CABINET MAKER An opportunity exists for someone with a genuine interest in Cabinet making to commence an apprenticeship in early 2010. The successful applicant must demonstrate initiative, an eagerness to learn and be self motivated. Please forward your resumé to:

KEVIN GARDINER KITCHENS 104 Horn Street Leongatha 3953 Applications close November 24

Do you have a physical disability? Do you suffer from a mental illness? Do you have depression? Have you completed a Cert III or above qualification? Are you ready to re-enter the workforce? If you have answered yes to one of these questions and you would like support to find paid employment, ECG may be able to assist you.

Sunday, November 29 At 4pm AT THE CLUBHOUSE All members encouraged to attend Enquiries: Secretary Frank Dekker 5668 5285

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593

FRIESIAN heifer calves, 1-2 weeks old. Ph: 56649293. FURNITURE: Parker, Noblett, Tessa, Chiswell, Moran, or any quality brand name used furniture. Phone Wendy on 0409-234482.

work wanted

used machinery HAY MOWER, Lely 240-L, 6 disc. Excellent condition $7,000 ONO. Ph: 0427151258.

used motorcycles HONDA XL250 R trail bike, like new, 5400kms, $1,900 ONO, YU531. 0408-318390 or 5662-3476.

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

free

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

CHAINSAWS AND STATIONARY ENGINES ETC. Repairs and services

Phone JOHN GOULD 5664 0012

meetings

free

STONY CREEK NETBALL CLUB

FREE HAY & SILAGE

AGM Thursday, December 3

7.30pm STONY REC RES DINING ROOM All welcome

FOOD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE We are looking for a person to represent our company in the South Gippsland area. Food Service experience is essential and sales experience would be an advantage. The position requires a person who enjoys working closely with their clients, someone who is prepared to give high levels of service. Because the position is largely unsupervised the successful applicant will be a self motivated person who is prepared to work the hours required to be successful. A vehicle, mobile phone and hand held computer is supplied. An excellent retainer is paid with the opportunity to earn significant bonuses. Although an existing customer base exists, there is significant opportunity for growth. Typed applications only by 23/11/09 to: HR Manager Natures Cargo 29-31 Coronet Street Wendouree, Victoria 3355

All machinery Bins provided

wanted to buy

SUZUKI JR80, 2006. Excellent condition. Great first bike. $1,600 ONO. Ph: 5683-2250.

AGM

Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal

VOLVO V70 T5, 1999 deluxe wagon, excellent condition, RWC, good service history, $12,000 ONO negotiable. Vin No. YVILW5306W2464555. Mob: 0427-919991.

CONSTRUCTION OF WATER MAIN YARRAM BORE SUPPLY DELIVERY PIPELINE, DEVON NORTH

meetings WOORAYL GOLF CLUB

FREE CAR REMOVAL

FORD Courier XLT ute, 4x4, Spacecab, EBA506, $1,950 ONO. 5668-6354.

tenders

South Gippsland Water is inviting tenders for the construction of the Yarram Bore Supply Delivery Pipeline between Hobson Court and the Devon North Water Treatment Plant, Devon North. There will be a mandatory site inspection on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 9.30am. Please assemble at the intersection of Hobson Court and Tarra Valley Road, Devon North. Tender submissions close 2pm Monday, November 30, 2009. Tender enquiries to Project Engineer, Don Sirikhant on 5682 0446 or 0422 132 807. Tenders for these works in accordance with the tender documents and drawings are to be submitted to our office in an envelope marked “Construction of Water Main, Yarram Bore Supply Delivery Pipeline Tender No. 09-39”. South Gippsland Water PO Box 102, FOSTER VIC 3960

used vehicles

ASTRA Hatch 2005, 38,600km, 1 lady owner, full service history, TIB124 $14,250. Ph: 0427-563202.

Contact Gillian at ECG on 5662 6700 or gillianm@ecg.vic.edu.au Nerrena Road, Leongatha, Vic. 3953

tenders

for rent HOUSE available for rent in Leongatha township. Close to shopping centre. Contact Greg 0428-589685.

17th Annual General Meeting Members of the public are invited to attend the 17th Annual General Meeting of Gippsland Southern Health Service. The meeting will be held at Korumburra in the Hillside Leisure Centre Room at Bridge Street on Thursday, November 26, 2009 commencing at 4pm. The President of the Board of Management, Mrs Tracey Gibson, will report on the 17th year of operation of GSHS and release the Quality of Care Report and Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2009. 14 days notice must be given for any resolution to be considered. If you wish to attend, please contact the Executive Assistant on 5667 5504. Light refreshments will be available.

free

Have your hay and silage done on a share system NO NEED TO SPEND A CENT!!! With the Australian dollar so high Poor milk prices Poor beef prices BEST OF ALL IT WON'T COST YOU A CENT! Why not take advantage of this offer now because it won't last. To beat the Christmas rush and to avoid missing out, phone Peter 5627-5586.

garage sales

GARAGE SALE 7710 Bass Highway LEONGATHA SOUTH

Saturday, November 21 10am - 2pm Strictly no early birds Bookshelves, curtains, kids toys and books

GARAGE SALE Cnr Hillside & Sandymount Av. INVERLOCH

Saturday & Sunday November 21 & 22 8am - 1pm MOVING HOUSE SALE Furniture, claw foot bath, household goods Plus more

GARAGE SALE LEONGATHA 20 Bent Street

Saturday, November 21 8.30am (No early birds) Toys galore, videos/DVDs, furniture, bric-a-brac, books, clothes, baby clothes and equipment, dress-ups, plus more

GARAGE SALE 91 Brown Street LEONGATHA Deceased Estate from Melbourne Lots of goodies

Saturday / Sunday November 21 & 22 9am - 4pm

thanks

ON the occasion of her 80th birthday, Flo Wilson would like to thank her family and friends for their attendance, flowers and cards. She had a wonderful day. Your kind donation to Cancer Research raised $623.50.

marriage celebrant PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181

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

CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

MERLENE STRATTON Leongatha 5662 2574

crossword solutions CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8197 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Devil of a time. 8, Burden. 9, A-b-ro-ad. 10, Ring-s up. 12, S-ince. 15, Snarl. 16, Ordered. 18, Snatch. 20, Pal-try. 22, Score a single. Down - 1, Delusi-on. 2, Mind 3, Round up. 4, Mad-am. 5, M-I-grain-e. 6, (tsil)Lena(p) (rev.). 11, Gyration (anag.). 13, Cheerily. 14, Pro-pose. 17, Sheer. 19, Nose (anag.). 21, L-and. QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8197 - SOLUTIONS Across - 7, Questionable. 8, Torrid. 9, Orator. 10, Trodden. 12, Dippy. 15, Stale. 16, Connect. 18, Claret. 20, Piffle. 22, Companionway. Down - 1, Autocrat. 2, User. 3, Fiddler. 4, Snoop. 5, Abrasion. 6, Veto. 11, Doldrums. 13, Peculiar. 14, Dolphin. 17, Stray. 19, Lock. 21, Fang.

births

MATTHEWS - Peter and Michelle welcome with much love the safe arrival of their beautiful baby boy, Riley James, born 9/11/09. Heartfelt thanks to Drs Linton and Chisholm, and midwives Louise and Mary.

message of hope

BE exalted, O Lord, in your strength; we will sing and praise your might. Psalm 21:13.

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Classifieds PHONE 5662 5555 P FAX 5662 4350

deaths DOWEL - George William. 02/06/1924 - 10/11/2009. Aged 85. Formerly of Leongatha South. Passed away suddenly at Wonthaggi Hospital. Loving husband of Beryl. Much loved father and father-in-law of Kath and Ken, Les and Bev, Robyn and Bob, and Frank and Betty (dec.). Cherished Pa of 11 grandchildren and their partners. Adored great grandpa to 9 great grandchildren. Thank you for being the best husband and father in the world. We love you and will think of you every day of our lives. Rest in peace. DOWEL - George. Loving father of Les, fatherin-law of Bev, Pa to Jason and Bec, Mel and Doot, Matt and Stacey, and Scott. Great Pa to Jemason. You have been my dear father for 58 years. I thank you for your guidance, support, encouragement and love. I will miss you greatly. You will be in my heart forever. Les. The smile we received every time one of us came to visit was priceless. We all have great memories that we will hold in our hearts forever. We are really going to miss you Pa. Jason, Mel, Matt and Scott. Extra big kisses from Jemason xoxo. DOWEL - George William. Loved brother of Lorna, Ann and Nobby Hall, Frances (dec.) and Jim Biggar (dec.), Bob and Vera, Coral and Frank Gray. Sadly missed. Loved brother of Bob and Vera, loved uncle to Raeleen and Rob, Bede and Hannah Stallard, Kelvin, Helen, Cameron and Leesa Dowel, Robert and Natasha Dowel. A true gentleman at peace. GRANGER-MOTTON Wendy Joy. 10/10/1957 - 07/11/2009. Passed away after a valiant battle with MS. Late of Hallston. Darling wife of Gary. Loving eldest daughter of Gil (dec.) and Margaret Granger. Much loved sister of Norma, Alice and Fay. Wendy would like to thank all her carers, her three younger sisters and her darling husband for their care, love and support. GRANGER-MOTTON Wendy. A wonderful lady, whose courageous battle is over. Remembering all the good times. Sincere sympathy is extended to Gary and the Motton and Granger families. Frank, Jeanne, Evie and Simone.

deaths RODWELL - Nathan. Aged 21. Our Son and brother. Our beautiful boy, with a beautiful heart. We love you so much and miss you. It leaves a huge hole in our hearts. Gone home to Jesus. All our love always, Lesley, Mark, Andy, Ben, Hayley. SING - May (Maisie). Passed away at the Maryborough Hospital on Saturday, November 14, 2009. Formerly of Leongatha. Dearly loved wife of Bill (dec.). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Bill and Janice; Helen and Gary; Mary and Ross. Cherished grandmother of Brian and Jane; Sonya, Glenn and Claire. Always loved by her great grandchildren and great great grandchild. Now resting peacefully with her beloved Bill.

bereavement thanks PAYNE - Eddie. Norma, Graeme, Malcolm and family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to our family and friends for their lovely cards, flowers, phone calls, and expression of sympathy on the passing of Eddie, our much loved husband, father and Pop. Special thanks to Leongatha Hospital, Paul Beck and the RSL for the lunch. Please accept this as our personal thanks.

Weekend of fetes and fests

SOUTH Gippsland lived it up last weekend, with events happening in Wonthaggi, Korumburra and Leongatha. The Wonthaggi Centenary Celebrations were huge, but fetes at St Joseph’s and St Laurence’s Primary Schools also attracted many visitors. The warm weather added to the festive atmosphere, while sausage sizzles, chips and drink stations looked after hungry and thirsty customers.

funerals SING - The Funeral Service for the late Mrs May Sing will be held at the Uniting Church, Leongatha on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 2pm. The cortege will then proceed to the Leongatha Cemetery. PHELAN FUNERALS Jill & John Stewart MARYBOROUGH 5461-1979 5461-2369

One year celebration: Uniting Church minister Raja Kulendran and his wife Kala celebrated their first year in Wonthaggi. A minister for 25 years in Sri Lanka, Melbourne, country Victoria and Tasmania, Mr Kulendran said the couple had arrived in November last year.

Photo display: As part of the Wonthaggi celebrations, Joyce Oates had organised a church centenary display at the Uniting Church. Mrs Oates is chairperson of the church council and a lifelong church member.

Ma, you will never be forgotten by all who knew you. SING - May. On November 14, 2009. Loving mother and motherin-law of Bill and Janice, and loving Ma of Brian, Jane and Ashley. Forever in our hearts.

Dolls’ paradise: from left, Eliza Loy, Lilly Bennett and Luca Riseley discovered a dolls and toys paradise at the White Elephant stall.

Resting with Bill. SINNBECK - Darrell. Dearly loved brother-in-law of Gerrit and Corrie (dec.). Uncle of John and Jo, Tony and Mary, Susan and Michael. Thank you for all the good times we shared, filled with laughter, so many fond and treasured memories. Deepest sympathy to Rika and Jason. SPENCER - Frances Joy. Called to Heaven on November 5. Take my wife in your golden arms, love her and keep her in your kingdom forever. Keep her safe until I meet her again, as I will love her forever. Special wife of Gilbert and special mother of Ross. Till we meet again. WELLS - Norm. Passed away suddenly on 6/11/09. Dear friend and golfing mate to Faye and Charlie. Deepest sympathy to Rita and family. WELLS - Norman. Committee, members and staff of the Meeniyan Golf Club are shocked and saddened at the sudden death of our esteemed captain Norman Wells on Friday, November 6, 2009. A true gentleman, great worker inside the club and on course. Greatly missed.

Big job: the kitchen staff members at Leongatha Golf Club were kept busy last week catering for hundreds of meals during the club’s centenary celebration. From left are Joscelyn Van Eck, Jenny Whatnall, Malcolm Bain, Bec Whatnall and Abby Lundy.

Buskers at work: buskers Kaitlyn O’Brien and Max Donohue-Corr warmed up quickly as temperatures climbed at the Wonthaggi celebrations.

Special plaque marks the spot THE new Pioneer Mines Walking Track was officially opened with the unveiling of an historical marker last Saturday. The special historical marker showing all of the mine walk tracks in the area was unveiled by Dennis and Bev Leversha. The artistic couple was made unaware they were chosen to unveil the marker. They were naturally surprised when they were asked to come forward by the president of the Wonthaggi and District Historical Society, Sam Gatto. It was on this site that the first mine shafts were established, which ultimately led to the establishment of the coal mining industry in the area, because of the enormous richness of the coal immediately underground. The site of the original mine shafts has been established and historical markers have been erected at the appropriate areas of the walk. Mr Leversha escorted a large group on the first official walk of the area. Members of the Wonthaggi Theatrical Group under the direction of Gill Heal presented dramatisations of the early mining days.

Surprise request: Surprised couple, Dennis and Bev Leversha did not know they had been chosen to officially unveil the special marker at the track launch on Saturday.

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Allambee Mirboo and District tennis Baromi won a close match against the Northerners. Welcome back to Lauren and evergreen Judy helping out. A tie-breaker each way kept the game close. Leon-

gatha and Hallston had a different result. Leongatha won by five games, but as Hallston had to forfeit the last mixed with an injury to Spencer, this gave Leongatha the extra games but Hallston won six sets so scored more points. Berrys Creek were tested

Full flight: Leongatha’s Emily Wilson was in full flight at the net during the mixed doubles on Saturday.

this week. Korrine men won two sets. Berrys Creek ladies evened the score and the team won the first two mixed to win by four games. Koonwarra men won well and set up a win. Foster ladies evened up, taking two sets. Koony had more games and won the match. Leongatha were big winners over Baromi. Baromi won a mixed 7/5. Leongatha are close on the ladders and had a close match. Maroon did well to win their match against Koony. Gold top team in this section won well against Blue, Clint and James won the only set for Blue. Baromi were big winners over Korumburra to keep second spot on the ladder. Results A Grade: Leongatha 3.61 lt Hallston 6.56; Baromi 5.57d Leongatha North 4.54. Koonwarra - bye. A Reserve: Koonwarra 6.45 d Foster 3.33; Leongatha 8.54 d Baromi 1.26; Berrys

Creek 5.44 d Korrine 4.40. Leongatha North - bye. B Grade: Leongatha 5.43 d Hallston 4.36; Outtrim Gold 8.52 d Mardan Blue 1.21; Outtrim Maroon 5.44 d Koonwarra 4.36; Baromi 8.51 d Korumburra 1.30.

Ladders A Grade Koonwarra ...........................48.0 Hallston ...............................44.5 Baromi ..................................38.5 Leongatha North .................38.0 Leongatha..............................22.5 A Reserve Berrys Creek........................58.5 Leongatha ............................47.5 Koonwarra ..........................42.5 Korrine .................................41.5 Leongatha North ...................29.5 Baromi...................................24.5 Foster.....................................22.5 B Grade Outtrim Gold .......................61.5 Baromi ..................................54.5 Mardan Red.........................48.5 Koonwarra .............................43 Outtrim Maroon ....................33.5 Leongatha..............................31.5 Hallston .................................30.5 Mardan Blue.............................22 Korumburra ...........................19.5

In the shade: Wayne Roberts and Ben Jones, with Karen Woods and Ange Williams sought a shady spot, having completed their sets on a hot and sunny Saturday.

• WONTHAGGI LITTLE ATHS

95 PBs and three records at Little Aths Korumburra sheepdog trials FIFTY-six athletes attended a

THE 55th South Eastern Victorian Sheepdog Trials were conducted on November 9-11 in sweltering conditions. This annual event is run by the Korumburra A&P Society at the picturesque show grounds and attracts entries from all over Victoria and interstate. Fortunately for the judges, there was a golf cart provided to make their job a little easier. Bruce Lang, from Whitton NSW, relished the conditions, coming first and second in the Novice event and first, second and fourth in the Open. He mentioned at the presentation, that he had been trialling for about 30 years but had never won an Open until 2007 at Korumburra and not won one since, until this year when he won with the same dog, Nessie. The sheep, provided by Brian and James Kyle were well grown cross-bred lambs which proved a difficult test for dog and man in the heat. The Encouragement award, sponsored by SG Working Dog Group, was judged by Gerald Kenny of Cobram and was won by Boxleigh Broc (Gary Box, Balnarring). The Novice section, sponsored by Alex Scott and Staff and Korumburra A&P Ladies and was judged by Bill Goldsack of Fiveways. First was Lang’s Blitz (Bruce Lang, Whitton, NSW) 80+68=148; second - Lyster Sully II, Bruce Lang, Whitton, NSW) 66+80=146; third - Ned (Joe Ryan, Welshpool) 72+43+146; unplaced - Sierra (Keren Collins, Toora). The Improver event was sponsored by J. M. McIntosh. First - Murrabundi Charlie (Kathryn Quinn, Echuca, worked by Simon Bremner) 90+50=140; second Castleton Snow (Lindsay Hutchins, Invergordon) 75+62=137; third Macdon-

ald Heidi (John Macdonald Leongatha South) 74+47=121; unplaced Ned (Joe Ryan, Welshpool). Korumburra A & P Ladies and the Gibson family sponsored the Ross Family Memorial Open. First - Collis Nessie (Bruce Lang, Whitton, NSW) 86+91=177; second - Blackburn Blaze (Bruce Lang, Whitton, NSW) 83+77=160; third - Weetah Cup (Graeme Lace, Catani) 75+82=157; fourth Collis Bou (Bruce Lang, Whitton, NSW) 82+72=154; fifth - Weetah Buddy (Graeme Lace, Catani) 79+72=151; sixth - Castleton Snow (Lindsay Hutchins, Invergordon) 75+62=137; unplaced were Viscan Suds (Joan Visca, Moama) and Macdonald Heidi (John Macdonald, Leongatha South). Cast lift and draw: Joe Ryan and Ned (Welshpool) one point lost. Fastest penning time: Eddie Thompson and TK Nance (Bennison) seven minutes, 14 seconds. Ladies judging: J. Culell 51 (judge scored 50).

twilight meet last Wednesday evening. This meet was the first of our three athlete’s choice days for the year. The athletes chose well with one club record broken and two club records set as well as an incredible 95 PBs being attained. Congratulations to Marcelle Luz who smashed the Under 6 Girls 60 metre hurdles record, Sadie Plumb who set a good standard in the U14 Girls 1500m walk and Nick Huigsloot who set an easier standard for those to come in the U14 Boys 1500m walk.

Almost all athletes attained at least one PB, but well done to Brodie Anderson (U10), Callan Hollins (U12), Hannah Robbins (U12), Jade Dalton (U12) and Evelyn Blakely-Burns (U13) who all achieved four PBs. The fun run was extremely well patronised on Sunday and we thank all parents who helped out on the day. This was a very successful day for the club. It was also great to see a number of our parents having a run and the kids cheering them on for a change. Little aths is back to normal next Saturday, November 21, with the warmup starting at 9.15 am.

Right A helping hand: Warren Seabrook and Joe Surace made sure there were plenty of sheep for the dogs to chase. Good fun: Margaret Hodge, David Lean, Pam Muncy and Harvey Lane joined some 140 people from all around the local area and Melbourne for a top night out at Kongwak on Friday night.

Left A well earned bath: Marlo Kain took some time out to have a dip and nice cool drink after competing at the Korumburra Sheep Dog Trials last week.

Laughs galore at Kongwak

•WONTHAGGI TABLE TENNIS

Our stars at World Masters WONTHAGGI Table Tennis Association players did us proud at the recent World Masters Championships and Australian Veterans Championships held in Sydney. They won gold, silver and bronze in the following events. World Masters Championships: Mick Wright and Michael Ede won gold in the Over 60 doubles individual event. Averil Roberts won gold in the women’s team event (Over 60) with partner Valerie Brown. Averil also won silver in the women’s doubles individual event (over 60) with Valerie. Case de Bondt won gold in the

Over 70 men’s singles individual event and gold in the Over 70 men’s doubles individual event with partner Geoff Nisbet. Australian Veterans Championships: Averil Roberts won silver in the Over 60 women’s team event. Averil also won gold in the Over 60 women’s doubles individual event with partner Valerie Brown. Mick Wright won gold in the Over 65 men’s singles individual event. Mick also won gold in the Over 65 mixed doubles individual event with partner Pam Tait. Mick then went on to win silver in the Over 60 mixed doubles with partner Val Beaver. Michael Ede won bronze in the Over

60 mens’ team event for Victoria. Case de Bondt won gold in the open men’s team event for Victoria and gold in the Over 70 men’s doubles individual event with partner Geoff Nisbet. Case also won silver in the Over 70 teams event for Victoria. Case won bronze in the Over 70 singles individual event, bronze in the Over 70 mixed doubles individual event with partner Marg Mulcahy and bronze in the Over 70 men’s doubles event with partner Ray Cintolo. Wonthaggi player Patricia Denier also represented Victoria and played well. Well done to all competing Wonthaggi Association players.

KONGWAK Hall was filled with laughter with Leongatha’s Lyric Theatre providing the entertainment on the opening night of their latest travelling production, Déjà vu Revue on Friday night. Some 140 people filled the hall and helped raise $2000 that will go towards installing a new dishwasher in the local venue and improvements. Organised by the hall committee the comedy night proved a great success according to coordinator Betty Anderson. “It was a tremendous night and the Lyric crew really put on a terrific show,” she said.

Hilarious: Kongwak local identities Gordon and Jan Stark enjoyed a good laugh during the opening night of Lyric Theatre’s latest show at the Kongwak Hall on Friday night.

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Leongatha cycling ANOTHER top night of track racing was had by a large group of the junior cyclists. The large group enabled lots of racing and plenty of riders to have some fun and try their best on the night. Several riders arrived for their first night of track racing and all had plenty of smiles. First race of the night was a one lap time trial. In the Junior A Grade section, Elliott Gin posted a best ever time of 32.05 sec, which is closing in on levels for racing at state level. Second place went to Tom Dudley 33.09 sec whilst Morgan Clark recorded a 33.96 sec. These times were several seconds better than last season’s times. In the Junior B Grade division, Matt Dudley showed the benefit of some mid week training, plus some sessions out on the road, as he clocked a personal best of 35.80 sec. Next was Tom McFarlane 37.02 sec, who has managed to take a second off his previous best time last week. Harley Elms in his second night of racing showed he is coming to grips with track racing quickly, as he peeled off over a second from last week’s time to clock 38.12 sec.

With extra numbers we were able to keep the program flowing, so next up were the Junior A for a five lap scratch race. Elliott Gin made the first move into the back straight and led into the home straight only to have Tom Dudley sweep around and claim the win. Morgan Clark led the other riders home for third place. In Junior B, Matt Dudley showed he was on a roll as he led out down the back straight and rode the challengers off to claim his second win for the night. Mitch Gin worked hard to secure second ahead of Tom McFarlane. In the first of the handicaps, the Junior A race was over one lap and Morgan Clark (20m) flew off the mark to round up the limit markers and take a convincing win ahead of Tom Dudley (10) and Elliott Gin (scratch). Their follow-up handicap was over two laps and again these backmarkers managed to catch the leading duo of Liam McCall and Ben Patterson at the 200m mark. Elliot Gin timed his finish run to perfection to claim the win by a tyre from Morgan Clark and Tom Dudley. In the Junior B field, they had two races over one lap with revised handicaps for the second event. In the first race James Scott (40),

having his first night, was pedalling well out front but that was a good target for Harley Elms (30) as he first fended off the challenge from Will Lumby (20) and then just had enough to last in front of the fast finishing Matt Dudley (5) and Mitch Gin (10). In their second race James was moved out to 60m and nearly made it to the front at the finish, but Matt Dudley was really flying and scored the win from the scratch mark ahead of the improving Harley Elms (25) whilst Will Lumby (20) picked up third. To have all the riders share in the racing, the riders were placed into three rider teams for a 1.5 lap Olympic sprint. However, with 11 riders Elliott Gin drew the short straw. He was matched with James Scott (a two rider team) and had to race one lap compared to the other teams where riders were exposed at the front for only a half lap. However, Elliott and James worked really well to post a time of 53.16 sec which secured second behind Morgan Clark, Tom McFarlane and Matt Dudley with 51.38 sec whilst the third team was Tom Dudley, Will Lumby and Liam McCall (53.59 sec). By this stage of the night the riders were getting tired, but all were still keen

Top night: cycling youngsters compete at Leongatha. on the elimination race, except for Tom Dudley who dashed to a social engagement. After a few quiet early laps the pace was on and Morgan Clark rode off the front of the bunch and out of trouble. Meanwhile behind riders were having to concentrate to avoid being the last rider over the line each lap and hence eliminated. With three laps to go, it was Morgan then a bunch of three riders, Ben Patterson, Elliott Gin

and Liam McCall. Ben was the first to be eliminated and then at the bell lap Liam McCall, who had worked really well could not manage to get round Elliott and took third place, whilst Elliott took second and Morgan cruised home for the win. Next Wednesday night after track training, the annual general meeting will be held at the junior football rooms, so we look forward to seeing a good turn out of members.

Korumburra badminton

Benton’s grandson eyes AFL career

ONLY two weeks to go in the season proper, and the jostling for finals berths continues.

By Brad Lester

FORMER star South Gippsland footballer Terry Benton is hoping his grandson follows in his footsteps as a top league player.

Last week saw Transformers confirm its status as hot favourite with a 202 to 144 win over Matrix. In a very different story, second placed Shenanigans were narrowly defeated by Rambo (178 to 168), which currently sits on the bottom of the ladder. While Transformers looks certain to stay on top of the ladder and Shenanigans should finish second, third place is still up for grabs. All will be revealed in the coming weeks.

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

At Port Phillip Heads

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height (metres)

Add one hour for daylight saving

18 WED

19 THUR

20 FRI

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22 SUN

23 MON

24 TUE

0049 0620 1220 1826

1.60 0.68 1.34 0.18

0135 0704 1305 1909

1.64 0.64 1.35 0.17

0216 0745 1346 1950

1.64 0.60 1.36 0.18

0254 0823 1426 2030

1.62 0.58 1.35 0.21

0328 0900 1504 2107

1.58 0.56 1.33 0.25

0400 0938 1543 2143

1.53 0.55 1.30 0.30

0432 1015 1622 2217

1.49 0.54 1.26 0.37

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

On the lawn: Merry Dyson-Holland learning to play croquet in Leongatha.

Leongatha croquet LEONGATHA 1 beat Leongatha 2 4-2 in pennant.

But Benton, a past Leongatha, Meeniyan and Foster coach and player, is not giving grandson Jaryd Cachia false hopes of being selected in the AFL draft on November 26. Benton played with North Melbourne in the Victorian Football League from 1963-69 and knows of the challenges facing aspiring AFL players. Cachia has played with the Northern Knights in the TAC Cup competition and was also part of Victorian under 12, 14 and 16 teams. Still, that impressive record may not be enough for the talented on-baller. “You never know where you stand. Seventy get picked from all over Australia and the next step is the rookie list, playing with a VFL club or the equivalent in another state,” Benton said. “Jaryd will make his own way but you don’t know if one of the clubs will pick him or none of them, because they don’t tell you anything. “There have been a couple of quiet interviews and they sized him up but now it’s sit back and watch the call.”

After leaving the Kangaroos, Benton was playing coach at Leongatha from 1970-72, securing a premiership in 1970 – just the Parrots’ second year in the Latrobe Valley league. Three players from that side – Ian Salmon, Ivan Rasmussen and Laurie Maloney – went on to play in the VFL. Benton continued as playing coach at Meeniyan in 1974 and then as a player in the Demons’ premiership seasons of ’75 and ’76. Foster secured Benton’s services as a player from 1977-79, and was part of the Tigers’ premiership side of ’78. He then returned to the VFL in a development role at Footscray and was later offered the role of thirds coach at North Melbourne, but declined due to business commitments. That role was secured by AFL coach Denis Pagan. Benton returned to Meeniyan as non-playing coach in 1983 and rejoined the Parrots in the same role in ’84. Melbourne beckoned again and Benton served as assistant coach of Coburg under Phil Cleary, taking the club to runners-up in his first season and then a premiership the next. Allies and Gippsland Power player, Nathan Vardy, appears to be South Gippsland’s only draft hopeful. The 198cm ruckman is noted for his superb footballing skills, ultra competitiveness and superb marking ability.

Preparations for the tournament have kept the lawn committee very busy. On Saturday between 11-12 saw the start of coaching with a lot of fun and a cuppa. More people would be welcome.

• RACING

Rockpecker out DISAPPOINTING news for followers of Gippsland horses is that the region’s best gallopers will be on the sidelines for some time. Trainer, Ken Fythe, has said current Gippsland Horse of the Year, Rockpecker, will now not be seen until the autumn. He’s had a series of niggling hoof injuries that he struggled to shake off in time for a spring preparation and will now be given a lengthy break before an autumn campaign. It only seems to happen to the good ones! The past few weeks have provided a mixed bag for Gippsland’s leading stable of recent months – the Gelagotis camp. Last Wednesday at Seymour the promising Belgietto notched a very impressive win continuing a great start to the new season, however Big Col sustained a suspensory ligament injury in the G3 Queen Elizabeth Stakes on Emirates Stakes Day and Mr Marciano has pulled up sore after running in Adelaide on Saturday. With Big Col out for four months, sadly Allison Bennett’s Group Three winning sprinter, King Hoaks has cracked a cannon bone and had a pin inserted. He is facing up to between 4-6 months’ recovery.

Following footsteps: Terry Benton is hoping grandson Jaryd Cachia can make the AFL. Photo courtesy Herald Sun.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, November 17, 2009 - PAGE 53

Cricket takes a leap CRICKET took a giant leap into the lives of many primary school students last week, with the staging of a local Kanga Cricket tournament.

Held at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve, the tournament drew local schools from Tarwin to Korumburra. Tarwin Valley came first in the Girl’s Division, with Fish Creek the runners up. Both teams progress to the Gippsland Regional final.

Such was the busyness of the day, that the Boy’s Division ran out of time to play all its matches. Therefore, the top two teams in each poll will progress. They are Toora PS, St Josephs – Korumburra, St Laurence’s – Leongatha and Fish Creek PS. The Regional final will be held on Wednesday, November 25 at the Traralgon Sports Complex. Winners from there will have the honour of battling it out at the MCG on Tuesday, December 8.

Mirboo North Primary School’s finest: back, from left, Zac Porter, Paul Hinkley, Jesse Buxton, Jacob Best and Aaron White; front, from left, Rohan Hughes, Beau Linforth, Jordon Richards and Chris Kennedy. Josh Riseley: like a latter day Lillie or Thomo, the young Leongatha Primary School speedster put the fear of God into opposition batsmen.

Jack Hemming: the Leongatha Primary School student showed his style with the ball.

Master and his apprentices: Cricket Victoria’s Rob Wood with St Laurence Primary School’s Nick Argento and Leongatha Primary School’s Nathan Hardacre.

LCDA Cricket Scoreboard Round 6 - Day one C Grade Fish Creek Tarwin 77 (C. Fisher 28; G. Poynton 6/25, M. Lambe 2/12) lt Poowong/Loch 6/78 (T. Singh n.o. 28, G. Poynton 38; B Anderson 3/17). Wonthaggi Miners 221 (C. Honeysett 79, M. Schreck 33; S. Turner 4/41, E. Charles 3/44, N. Summers 3/44) d Koonwarra RSL 1/47 (S. Paterson n.o. 21, L Enter n.o. 15; T. Hamilton 1/14). MDU 106 (S. Riley 22; I. McCallum 5/21, S. Westaway 3/30, B. Moore 1/12, J. Schelling 1/4) d Town 1/36 (J. Schelling n.o. 15; L. Mercer 1/13). OMK 231 (G. Lomagno 62, M. Grabham 61, W. Dowell 54; T. Pendlebury 1/25, M. Cadwallender 5/38, S. Roche 3/63) v Wonthaggi Workmens.

D Grade Imperials 7/207 (B. Casbolt n.o. 117; J. Wheeler 2/29, S. Poole 3/48) v Glen Alvie. Town 5/258 (G. Young 65, G. Fleming 42, G. Goss n.o. 73; S. McKenzie 1/81, S. Hall 1/37, J. Greenwood 1/71, J Scott 1/33, N. Allen 1/12 v Korumburra. Nerrena 6/247 (T. Clark 36, G. McGrath n.o. 81; A. Jones 1/38, I. Smith 5/88) v Inverloch.

Koonwarra RSL 127 (B. Arnup 45, G. Matthies 33, G. Odgers 2/36, A. Emery 4/15, B. Johnston 1/18, P. Francis 2/19) d Phillip Island 2/33 (P. Francis 13, D. Johnston n.o. 10, J. Blackwell n.o. 5; M. Martin 2/8).

E Grade Phillip Island 8/145 (B. Johnston 59, P. Cashman 28; S. Lanyon3/37, D. Clearihan-Jervies 1/4, A. Angwin 4/16) v Foster. MDU 7/151 (G. Robinson 50, S. Sinclair n.o. 17, H. Sinclair n.o. 0; A. Cuman 2/26, T. Walker 1/18, D. Perryman 1/12, H. Forsyth 1/34, N. Brosnan 1/14, R. Cargill 1/8) v Wonthaggi Miners. OMK 142 (G. Birnie 5/19, R. McKenzie 4/48) d Poowong/Loch 0/18 (T. Lancaster n.o. 6, J. Garnham n.o. 12). Town 9/260 (J. Schelling 88, D. O’Brien n.o. 16, R. Ellis n.o. 11; D. McGuirk 2/23, j. thomas 4/12, S. Knight 1/22, R. McGuirk 1/23, C. Rigby 1/71) v Wonthaggi Workmens.

Under 16 East Koonwarra RSL 7/197 (B. Tomada 45, B. Graham 57; J. Richer 2/26, D. Clearihan-Jervies 2/31) v Foster.

• CENTRAL GIPPSLAND CRICKET

Yallourn North gave Mirboo North a real fright when they looked gone at 8/115 until Darren Wilkie nearly stole the game with an unbeaten 21. Wilkie’s last three batting partners, Todd Dobson, Elliot De Carli and Marc Gore, failed to trouble the scorer but held up their end until Gore was caught at midoff by Andy Yarnton off the bowling of Damian Turner, leaving the Bombers seven short. That wicket completed a fine bowling spell by Turner who took 5/24 from 16.5 overs

and he was well supported by Dale Banks who finished with 2/28 off 17 including two of the last three wickets to fall. Using the rest of the day for batting practice the Tigers got away to a great start with Joe O’Loughlin (39) and Ben Heath (42) putting on 77 for the opening stand and Charlie Kat (40) took the score to 121 before the innings fell away. Shane Galea (3/23) and Marc Gore (3/30) were the best of the Bomber bowlers.

6/198. Rob Phoenix 97 Dave Kelly 38*.

Results Round 6 - Day 2

Central Gippsland’s young guns were beaten by Warragul in Round 2 of the GCL on the Yallourn North turf on Sunday. Mirboo North’s Charlie Kat top scored with 64 and Yallourn North’s Luke Nelson was not out 29. Warragul made 176 with Newborough Bulldogs bowlers Rhys Lee (3/5) and Tom Crosby (2/36) the main wicket takers.

Mirboo North 145 and 180 Ben Heath 42, Charlie Kat 40, Joe O’Loughlin 39 d Yallourn North 136 Damian Turner 5/24. Newborough Bulldogs 242 Tom Crosby 59, Wayne Fleming 45 Matt Moffatt 4/43 d Morwell 155 and 3/58. Latrobe 182 Anthony Bloomfield 92 d Moe 110 and

Under 16 West OMK 79 T. Wyatt 18; R. Wyatt n.o. 2; T. Wyatt 2/24, J. Harris 4/12, C. O’Brien 1/3) v Glen Alvie. Poowong/Loch 7/261 (T. Lancaster 77, D. Carvill 50, J. Poynton 53, J. Reid n.o. 7; A. Schreck 2/5, E. Wilson 1/23, T. Hamilton 1/27, M. Schreck 1/21) v Wonthaggi Miners. Wonthaggi Workmens Gold 72 (J. Thomas 15, S. Beatty n.o. 1) v Phillip Island.

•UNDER 16 CRICKET

Fright for Mirboo North THERE were some tense moments on day two in round six of the TRUenergy Yallourn Cup on Saturday before the three winners were able to secure first innings points.

MDU 7/140 (M. Olden 35, R. Olden 40, B. Coulter n.o. 4, J. Witherow n.o. 0; N. Moore 3/21, S. Worthy 1/32, J. Burge 1/32, J. Bolge 1/19) v Town. Fish Creek/Tarwin 125 (D. Westaway 28, J. Hickey n.o. 6; S. Emmanuel 2/15, T. Smith 3/20, S. Buckland 2/8, J. Buckland 2/6) d Fish Creek/Tarwin 0/18 (R. Musinskas n.o. 5, J. Buckland n.o. 3). Inverloch 32 (N. Brayley 8, A. Reveendran n.o. 2; J. Meade 2/10, N. Allen 3/3, D. James 2/0) lt Korumburra 3/86 (M. Wight 46; D. James n.o. 10, N. Allen n.o. 1; J. Sorrell 1/16, L. Johnson 1/19, B. Robertson 1/4).

Ladder Newborough Bulldogs .......51.78 Latrobe ...............................50.33 Mirboo North ....................45.54 Moe .....................................33.98 Morwell ...............................31.30 Yallourn North ....................19.40

Next week: Mirboo North v Newborough Bulldogs at Mirboo North 1; Morwell v Moe; Latrobe v Yallourn North at Maryvale Turf.

GCL loss

LDCA down to Traralgon LDCA Under 16s played Traralgon at Inverloch on Sunday, November 15. LDCA won the toss and sent Traralgon in, and after 50 overs they were six CC for 173. Chris Williams 77 run out and Liam Maynard 28 not out were the main stays, two wickets to Tim Harris and one each to Cam Harris, Eli Richards and Tom Wyatt. All bowlers bowled a good line and length but a couple of missed chances probably cost us any chance of rolling them for a low score, Sam Huitema, keeping, took four catches. Leongatha batted after lunch and were soon in trouble at five for 43 then Eli Richards and Nathan Allen took the score to 71with Eli making 24 and Nathan 22. Finally we were all out for 83. Traralgon’s quicks Matt Berry, Ryan Foulkes and Max Merton bowled fast and accurate, taking seven wickets between them, spinner Jarryd Drew chipped in with two for 13 off 10 overs. To their credit the boys battled it out and did not throw their wickets away which is all positive for next week’s game against Central Gippsland. Congratulations to Inverloch Cricket Club on their great hospitality and excellent pitch (prepared new track for this game) and facilities they provided.

• UNDER 16 CRICKET

LDCA down to Traralgon LDCA Under 16s played Traralgon at Inverloch on Sunday, November 15. LDCA won the toss and sent Traralgon in, and after 50 overs they were 6 CC for 173. Chris Williams 77 run out and Liam Maynard 28 not out were the main stays, two wickets to Tim Harris and one each to Cam Harris, Eli Richards and Tom Wyatt. All bowlers bowled a good line and length but a couple of missed chances probably cost us any chance of rolling them for a low score. Sam Huitema, keeping, took four catches. Leongatha batted after lunch and were soon in trouble at 5 for 43. Then Eli Richards and Nathan Allen took the score to 71with Eli making 24 and Nathan 22. Finally we were all out for 83. Traralgon’s quicks Matt Berry, Ryan Foulkes and Max Merton bowled fast and accurate, taking seven wickets between them, spinner Jarryd Drew chipped in with 2 for 13 off 10 overs. To their credit the boys battled it out and did not throw their wickets away, which is all positive for next week’s game against Central Gippsland. Congratulations to Inverloch Cricket Club on their great hospitality and excellent pitch (prepared new track for this game) and facilities they provided.

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Island go down again in pennant IN another perfect weekend for bowls, we again saw the might of Phillip Island continue to fall from grace as they suffered their second defeat in as many weeks, this time to potential finals contender Inverloch White. In other Division 1 games, Inverloch Blue were no match for Korumburra (home), whilst Leongatha (away) had another victory against Foster. They didn’t have it all their own way, as Foster was able to take some pride away in grabbing two of the 16 points on offer. Wonthaggi (home) all but

blew their chance of playing finals this season when they fell to Mirboo North. They were able to take a little pride from the game as they actually won two of the three rinks. In Division 2, ladder leaders San Remo showed how vulnerable they were away from home, as they failed to gain a point from their match against Lang Lang. Leongatha (home) again clawed back more valuable points in their defeat of Toora. Meeniyan (home) who had not won a game this season, were too good for Wonthaggi, and Inverloch (home) got back on track when they proved too good for Tarwin Lower taking 14 of the 16 points. Results

SGDLBA pennant bowls Round 5 November 10

McIntosh 15 lt P. Hazeltine 32).

Division 1

Foster 45 (4 shots) d Leongatha 41 (L. Wheeler 24 d P. Fleming 18, M. Freeman 21 lt M. Rayson 23). Korumburra 29 (1 shot) d Corinella 28 (M. Wrench 18 d H. Anderson 11, N. Gilbert 11 lt M. Dillon 17). Meeniyan 74 (46 shots) d Wonthaggi 28 (G. Densley 26 d M. Eurell 17, D. Lindhart 48 d V. Griffiths 11). Phillip Island 72 (46 shots) d Inverloch 26 (J. Dyer 39 d M. Treadwell 5, J. Farmer 33 d J. Arnold 21). Toora - bye (1 pt).

Lang Lang 98 (51 shots) d Leongatha 47 (J. Prowd 34 d J. Todd 17, R. Geyer 34 d McCormack 20, D. Motton 30 d D. Dean 10). Meeniyan 70 (12 shots) d San Remo 58 (L. Hanks 23 d S. Carvosso 15, M. Pearson 23 lt C. Thorn 24, A. Van Wamel 24 d K. Hale 19). Inverloch 73 (12 shots) d Wonthaggi 61 (S. Cook 31 d L. Milkins 18, C. Hughes 27 d K. Simpson 12, A. Tschiderer 15 lt I. Donohue 31). Phillip Island 67 (12 shots) d Foster 55 (P. Davis 25 d M. Climas 19, P. Francis 22 d R. Richardson 18, R. James 20 d L. Vignocchi 18).

Division 2 Loch 83 (29 shots) d Tarwin 54 (J. Miller 22 drew D. Barnes 22, G. Garry 35 d H. Twite 12, V. Kennedy 26 d G. Bright 20). Port Welshpool 81 (37 shots) d Wonthaggi 44 (M. McDonald 22 d M. McBain 18, L. McLaine 33 d D. Yarley 8, A. Collins 26 d E. Thompson 18). Korumburra 75 (17 shots) d Phillip Island 58 (D. Williams 24 d R. Viney 21, M. Goad 17 lt E. De Vries 28, J. McLaren 34 d W. Braun 9). Inverloch 75 (5 shots) d Fish Creek 70 (M. Paynting 23 drew V. Synan 23, M. Flett 37 d N. Van Dyk 15, D.

Division 3

Ladders Division 1 Inverloch ..........................+63 8 Phillip Island....................+61 8 Foster................................+45 7 Wonthaggi ........................+67 5 Lang Lang ..........................-21 5 San Remo ...........................-46 3 Meeniyan............................-79 3 Leongatha...........................-90 1 Division 2 Port Welshpool .............+130 10 Korumburra ...................+90 8 Loch .................................+40 5 Phillip Island...................+26 5 Inverloch ...........................-43 4 Wonthaggi .........................-67 3 Fish Creek .........................-75 3 Tarwin Lower ..................-101 2 Division 3 Phillip Island...................+85 8 Corinella..........................+36 6 Korumburra ...................+27 6 Toora .................................+1 5 Wonthaggi .........................-30 5 Foster.................................-37 5 Meeniyan..........................+24 4 Inverloch ...........................-54 4 Leongatha..........................-52 2

Division 1: Korumburra 14-87 d Inverloch Blue 2-59; Foster 2-44 lt Leongatha 1472: Wonthaggi 4-61 lt Mirboo North 12-66: Inverloch White 14-77 d Phillip Island 2-59. Division 2: Lang Lang 16-77 d San Remo 0-43: Leongatha 14-78 d Toora 2-66: Meeniyan 14-70 d Wonthaggi 2-64: Inverloch 14-84 d Tarwin Lower 2-61. Division 3: Phillip Island White 14-87 d Loch 2-63: Leongatha 2-59 lt Foster 1485 Wonthaggi 4-65 lt Corinella 12-73: Fish Creek 2-64 lt Phillip Island Blue 14-84: Division 4: Korumburra Maroon 16-88 d Port Welshpool 0-43: Mirboo North 14-88 d Korumburra Gold 2-53: Phillip Island 4-67 lt Inverloch 12-73. Division 5: Meeniyan

16-79 d Tarwin Lower 0-53: Wonthaggi 2-61 lt Loch 1471: Fish Creek 7-70 drew San Remo 9-70. Division 6: Phillip Island 14-54 d Inverloch 0-33: Foster 14-74 d Meeniyan 0-34; San Remo 2-42 lt Lang Lang 12-46:Toora 14-61 d Wonthaggi 0-35. My ‘Kiss of Death’ tips for this coming weekend in Division 1 are: Inverloch Blue (home) to record a narrow win over Foster, Mirboo North (home) will be too strong for Korumburra. Phillip Island (home) after two losses on the trot will be like ‘angry little ants’ and win easily over Wonthaggi, whilst the match of the round will see Leongatha (home) narrowly over Inverloch White.

Meeniyan LADIES pennant on Tuesday November 10 saw Division 1 away to San Remo where they had their first win by 12 shots with two rinks successful. This week they were home to Foster. Division 3 were also at home where they had a big win against Wonthaggi 74 to 28 with both rinks up. This week they were away to Foster. Our six week corporate bowls began on Tuesday evening with 16 teams competing in a three bowls pairs competition. There were 20 people at social bowls on Wednesday. The winners were Doug Kuhne and Kevin Robinson. Saturday pennant with Division 2 at home to Wonthaggi resulted in a very close match with the local team getting home by six shots with two rinks getting

the points. Again a first win for the season. Division 5 at home to Tarwin Lower had a 79 to 53 shot win with all rinks getting the points and sealing second spot on the ladder. Division 6 away to Foster found the opposition too strong going down by 28 shots. Next week twos are playing Tarwin Lower at Inverloch. Division 5s are at home to Wonthaggi and Division 6 are home to Phillip Island. A reminder to members that our meetings re unification are on Wednesday November 25 at 2.30pm (after social bowls). It is important that we have a good representation at these meeting. Lyric Theatre is on Thursday 26. There are a few spaces left. Contact Doug Kuhne for details. On Friday 27 it is the ladies annual tournament.

Fish Creek OUR ladies went down to Inverloch last Tuesday and play Korumburra at home this week. Four of our ladies took home the prizes at Foster’s tournament day last Friday. They were Vi Synan (skip), Doreen McKenzie, Nola Watkins and Irene Staley. Two men’s teams entered at Foster’s turkey triples and won their three games but not enough points for the major trophies. Both men’s teams were beaten at home last Saturday. Division 3 went down to Phillip Island Blue in some very interesting games. The Division 5 team, although scoring the same amount of shots, only won one game. This Thursday evening is the annual Lyric Theatre night. Let Leo Synan know if you wish to come along. A purse was lost at the Sunday sponsorship day and if found, could it be handed in to someone from the Fish Creek Bowling Club.

Korumburra Bowling Club The ladies Division 2 were home to Phillip Island. After 25 ends, the ‘Burra ladies came out winners by 17 shots with Jan McLaren’s team of Bev Button, Beryl Waycott and Joan Blogg having a convincing win against Wendy Bruin’s ladies, our best card. Division 3 played at Corinella. After 34 ends, by mutual agreement, the girls abandoned the match due to the hot weather, with the ‘Burra ladies taking the points by one shot. Our best card was Mary Wrench’s team having a seven shot win against Helen Anderson’s team. The ladies next week see Division 2 home to Inverloch and Division 3 will be at Meeniyan. On Wednesday, after two games, the winners were Jenny McVeigh, Grace Seabrook and Bonnie Perks. The men on Thursday had winners with three games plus 13 shots Les Eastman and

Rob Sund. Best wishes to Bill Chivers and Tony Lewis who have had stays in hospital, and to Wilf O’Flaherty who is home after a short stay in Cabrini Hospital. Great to see George Fairweather at the club. Men’s pennant results Saturday: . Division 1 were home to Inverloch Blue with the ‘Burra winners by 28 shots, with John Fisher’s team’s win against C. Coram. Division 4 Korumburra Maroon were home to Port Welshpool, with Korumburra winningagainst Bruce McLaren’s team. and Bill Thomson’s convincing win against L. McLaine’s team. Our other Division 4 side, the Golds, went to Mirboo North where the men had a loss. Our best result was Les Eastman’s team’s win against Doug Berryman’s team. Next week Division 1 men travel and take on Mirboo North, Division 4 Korumburra Gold are home to Inverloch, whilst the Maroon

men are off to Inverloch. All members are reminded that the club’s general meeting regarding voting for unifi-

cation of RVBA and VLBA to amalgamate to become known as Bowls Victoria will be held this Friday night.

Loch & District IN the past week, two of our three pennant teams achieved wins; firstly the ladies playing at home to Tarwin Lower and secondly the men’s Division 5 team at Wonthaggi. The Division 3 men playing at Phillip Island were not so successful. Wednesday’s twilight bowls winners were Jenny Miller, Maxine Crawford and Skye Twite. Great to see such a young lady in the winning team. Due to more club championship ladies matches on Wednesday, social bowls on Thursday were called off. One semi final has been played; a great match between Angie and Jenny Miller with the score at 22 all before Jenny went on to win. She awaits the winner of the match between Val Kennedy and Kath Moss. The men are also getting on with their championship matches. I was privileged to see another great match on Thursday evening between Greg Hodge and Brad Tobin with Greg getting up to win after the score was 23 all. On Sunday afternoon, a small field contested the mixed triples. The runners-up were John Tuckfield, Margaret and Col Cochrane. The winners were Margaret Fraser, Charlie Hodge and Les Kirk. This week the ladies go to Inverloch with both men’s teams at home on Saturday.

Ladders Division 1

Leongatha........................-118

Leongatha .......................162 Inverloch White ................82 Phillip Island...................106 Korumburra ....................-24 Wonthaggi .........................-24 Mirboo North ....................-45 Foster................................122 Inverloch Blue.................-135

92 78 65 45 33 31 21 19

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Division 4 Inverloch ...........................67 Korumburra Gold............74 Mirboo North ..................-16 Korumburra Maroon .....-21 Phillip Island .....................-14

80 73 61 48 40

Port Welshpool ..................-90 34

Division 2

Division 5

Leongatha ........................-73 San Remo .........................-12 Lang Lang ..........................-3 Wonthaggi .........................29 Toora ....................................7 Inverloch .............................-9 Meeniyan...........................-23 Tarwin Lower .....................60

69 56 51 50 50 50 34 24

Division 3 Phillip Island Blue ..........195 Foster.................................32 Phillip Island White .........20 Fish Creek .........................32 Wonthaggi .........................-21 Corinella............................-46 Loch ..................................-48

89 70 50 49 49 45 24

San Remo ..........................70 Meeniyan...........................62 Tarwin Lower .................104 Fish Creek ........................-67 Loch ..................................-40

85 74 66 45 44

Wonthaggi .......................-143 22

Division 6 Phillip Island.................... 80 Foster.................................22 Inverloch ...........................24 Lang Lang .........................43 Wonthaggi ...........................-6 Toora ..................................81 Meeniyan.......................... -87 San Remo ...........................77

58 57 56 52 43 40 24 6

Inverloch LAST Saturday’s pennant matches saw us have wins in three divisions. The wins by Division 1 White and Division 4 helped them consolidate their second place on their ladders. Division 2’s win kept them well in the fight for a top four spot, but Division 6’s loss resulted in them losing top spot on their division. Division 1 White’s game at home against Phillip Island was going to be a real test for them and to have a good 18 shot win after tight battles on two rinks, but the big winner was Ron Burge’s rink with 18 shots up. Selectors once again tinkered with positions in this team, and it now looks as if they might just about have it right. Their biggest test will come this coming Saturday when they clash with Leongatha on their green. Division 1 Blue travelled to Korumburra and lost by 28 shots, but their one shining light was the performance by Lew Caile and his crew in securing a 12 shot win ending an undefeated run by skip Bob Snooks. Division 2 were home to Tarwin Lower and with a big performance by Trevor Scott’s rink taking their game by 18 shots and close games on the other two rinks, they were able to take the match by 23 shots. Division 4 were away to Phillip Island and with a few players unavailable saw them with different combinations to other weeks. This match was a titanic struggle all day finally took the points despite losing on two rinks. Bryan Hensley’s rink with a 10 shots win was our saviour. In the Division 6 game at Phillip Island they had a good battle up until the team interval, but from then on, like last week, saw their opponent draw away and take the game by 21 shots. Last Thursday, 24 players were on the green for social bowls and at the end of play only two two teams with two wins. The winning pair with the good score of 27 shots was Chas Buccilli (sk) and G. Brook (ld). The runners-up with seven shots up were George Scott (sk) and Mike Yates (ld). Twenty-eight teams competed in the current series of business bowls last Wednesday evening. After the completion of 10 ends, the winners, with 16 shots up were Steve Miller’s team. The runners-up were Espy No. 4 with 10 shots up.

Ladies This past week started off with Division 1 and 2 on a win in round five of pennant. Division 1 had a win against Wonthaggi playing at Wonthaggi ,whilst Division 2 had a win at home against Fish Creek. Unfortunately Division 3 playing at Phillip Island had a loss. Wednesday, November 11 was the second round of the ladies singles championship. There were three games being played with another game held on Thursday morning. The bowlers to get through this second round were Shirley Phillipson, Robyn Dennis, Pat Stoneham and Marg Flett. Some of these games were very close. After lunch there were 16 bowlers for social bowls and as it got rather hot, the second game was cut back by a couple of ends. The winners were the team of Carole Baines, Margaret Griffin, Pam Sutcliffe and Yvonne Kee. The lucky raffle winners were Cynthia Hensley and Margaret Griffin. Friday, November 13 was the meal night, which was very well attended as usual. The drawing of the special raffle took place and the lucky winners were Eric Ratcliffe, Joy Hargreaves, Elaine Miller and Ron Bridgman. There was no bowls for bankers and ladies on Saturday, November 14, so no skips hat for John Hutchinson this week. Don’t forget our monthly triples on Wednesday, November 18, if you haven’t got your name down there is still time. The more the merrier, 10am start, so arrive early so the teams can be picked. Please note that the Christmas dinner will be held on Friday, December 4 starting at 6.30pm. The caterers are “Let’s Have A Party” and our ladies are supplying the Christmas pudding. There will be live entertainment, including a visit from Santa and Andy Dennis will be playing guitar whilst the rest of us get up and dance. The cost for the night is $22 per person. Please try to pay Barbara Scott before the night. There will also be raffles on the night with a mixture of prizes. Plenty of fun for all, so please put your name on the list inside the clubrooms. We are having the usual collection of toys for the annual Christmas children’s toy fund This year the recipients will be Vinnies. Please do not wrap the toys just put them in the bag in the match committee room before December 10. This is a worthy cause, so we hope you will help with some toys.

Dumbalk Indoor

ON Monday, November 9, 14 bowlers competed in three games of eight ends. The winners were Robert Matthies (skipper), Paul Holmes and Mary Cook with three wins. The runners-up were Sebastian Terranova (skipper), Rob Butterworth and Morrie Parry with two wins and a loss.

Buffalo indoor

ON Wednesday November 4 we had four teams with two in each until Bill came a little late and joined a couple. In fourth came Sebastian Terranova and Graeme Tobias, (LWL) 13 ends. Third was Toni Heldens and Ian Benson, (LLW) 16 ends with Andrew Hanks and Glenys Pilkington, (WWL) second 14 ends. But in a countback first spot went to Rod McConchie, Carolyn Benson and Bill Wolswinkle (WLW) 15 ends. Best first game Rod 10-3, best second game Andrew 11-6, best third game Toni 14-6. What a large range for the lucky ticket, thank you to all for your donations. There were good numbers on Wednesday November 11 with four teams of four players. Good to see Rob and Lee Armstrong, Joe and Joyce Occhipinti and also Charlie and Mary Tumino. In fourth was Rob Armstrong, Ian Benson, Karl Kappes and Gemma Poletti(LLL) nine ends. Third went to Toni Helden, Glenys Pilkington, Carolyn Benson and Joe Occhipinti (LWL) nine ends. Second to Rod McConchie, Joyce Occhipinti, Graeme Tobias and Lee Armstrong (WLW) 14 ends. First - Andrew Hanks, Charlie Tumino, Sebastian Terranova and Mary Tumino (WWW) 17 ends. Best first game Andrew 10-2, best second game Toni 7-5 best third game Andrew 10-2. Let’s see you all again next week at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Tarwin Lower

UNFORTUNATELY due to unforeseen circumstances my report was not printed the following is the gist of the report. Cup Day was a great success, with more that 40 people enjoying a chicken and champagne lunch. Well done to Robyn and all the helpers in the kitchen. Once again the dodgy brothers provided entertainment throughout the afternoon, the cup sweeps were well run by Dace and Paul. The ladies paraded for the best hat competition this was won by Jan Frazer, runner-up was Mrs Griffiths who is here on holiday from New Zealand. The installation of the green is progressing well with most of the preparation work completed. We are looking forward to the laying of the mat, which should be completed over the next two weeks. The ladies travelled to Loch last week and were unfortunately beaten by 29 shots; it was good to see Bronwyn playing in her first pennant game. Both men’s teams were away again for obvious reasons and both were comprehensively beaten. Division 2 playing Inverloch by 23 shots and Division 5 playing Meeniyan by 26 shots. A reminder the monthly dinner has been changed to November 28 get your names in. Congratulations go to Mick Bowman on his selection representing the SGBA in their Group 8 team.

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Packed greens for business bowls start

L E O N G AT H A’ s business bowls competition got away to a huge start last Tuesday night with 32 business teams entered this season. Balmy conditions greeted the bowlers on a perfect evening with plenty of refreshments and sausages going around. The concept is a very good one according to Jason Harris of Holderhead Stockdale and Leggo who has a team entered. “From a social aspect it is excellent as all the staff can get together, catch up and enjoy themselves,” Mr Harris said. Almost anything goes at business bowls, with white trousers and shoes being replaced by bare feet, thongs, and t-shirts. Chalkies is another team entered. After many years in the Leongatha night tennis competition, Chalkies has made a switch, trading tennis racquets for bowling balls. “We’re getting a bit on,” laughed Garry Van Sinderen, “so we thought we’d give bowls a shot”. Business bowls continues tonight and every Tuesday night before the Christmas break. Ladder After Round 1 Knights Knuckle Draggers ... 455.56

The Shed ........................ 300.00 Hartely Wells ................. 284.67 The Twilighters .............. 257.14

Leongatha TUESDAY November 10 saw our Division 1 ladies away to Lang Lang with Lang Lang the winners 98 shots to 51. Division 3 were at home to Foster with a win and a loss but overall Foster got home by four shots. This week sees Division 1 ladies home to Wonthaggi, with Division 3 away to Korumburra. Round 2 will be played on Tuesday evening, November 17. On Wednesday November 11, a small field of bowlers took to the greens in very hot conditions. There were 16 players altogether. The winners were Harry Forrester and Peter Bolge on +15 with a tie for runner-up being two pairs on +9, Fred Sauvarin and Frank Filomeno and the pair of Robert Young and G. Drury. Thursday November 12 saw the last of the Twilight Bowls and at the time of compiling this report, I have not been advised of the names of the winners and runnersup. All I do know is that well known identity, Bill Fisher, was amongst the

spoils. Overall this has been a very successful venture by the club with five new membership applications having been lodged. Thanks go to Peter Kennedy and Russell Trotman and team for their efforts in looking after the Twilight Bowls.

Shot bowl: checking who has the shot bowl are, from left, Aaron Clarke, John Bolge and Darren Betts.

SGBA Saturday November 14 saw Division 1 away to Foster winning all three rinks with an overall 72 shots to Foster 44. Division 2 were at home to Toora with Leongatha winning overall by 12 shots. Division 3 at home to Foster continued to not find fortune with one rink only winning and Foster 85 shots to Leongatha 58, giving Foster an overall win of 27 shots. The winning Leongatha rink this time was R. Young (L), G. Elliott, G. Witherow, and Ken Laurie (s). Next round on November 21 sees Division 1 at home to Inverloch White, Division 2 away to San Remo and Division 3 away to Loch.

Feet first: Kellie Wilson measures the winning shot by pacing the gap out with her feet. The Chalkies: representing a new team to bowls, Chalkies are, from left, Garry Van Sinderen, spectator Eric Thompson, and Sue Van Sinderen.

Showing poise: Kevin Gardiner from team KGK gets ready to send one down.

Mirboo North and District Junior Tennis

Winners: Leongatha Under 12 boys on top of the dais Oliver Maclean, Wes Graeme, Julian Patterson and Ben Green.

THERE was a special meeting on Monday November 9, with available club representatives, to discuss the fairest way to solve the over age Meeniyan C Grade team. It was unamimously decided to move them up to B Grade. There will no longer be a bye in B Grade as Meeniyan takes over team number eight. In C Grade team number 10 will now be a bye.

Leongatha Little Athletics Club AN enthusiastic and energetic squad of 41 competitors from Leongatha Little Athletics Club punched above their weight against larger suburban clubs and others throughout eastern Victoria in the Gippsland Region Relay Championships at Newborough last Sunday, November 15. In hot conditions on the excellent synthetic track at Joe Carmody Reserve, 28 teams from the Leongatha club competed in a range of relay events including the 4x100m, 4x200m and medley (2x100m, 1x200m and 1x400m). There were many brilliant team performances, some excellent wins and podium places, and a number of inspirational

efforts from athletes competing in age groups higher than their own, including six-year-old Niamh Martin who ran in the Under 10 girls’ team. Notable also was the great effort of ‘Team Sauvarin’, with the support of Alex Krausz and Tom Evans, who made up the parent relay team and finished the race without injury. After securing a first or second place, four teams – Under 10, 11 and 12 boys and Under 15 girls – have qualified to compete in the state finals at Olympic Park in Melbourne on Sunday, December 13. Congratulations to all runners competing with such keenness and making this a fabulous fun team day. The regular competition season resumes at the Leongatha velodrome oval this Saturday, November 21.

New draws have been made and will be supplied to team managers as soon as possible. This oversight that allowed the error brings to light the importance of all clubs supplying player birthdates at the time of lodging the team sheet. The teams must be checked for eligibility prior to making the draw not afterward, as it is then too late. Please submit birthdates via scoresheet unless you have already done so. The committee apolo-

gises for the upset. Next week’s B Grade ladder will reflect points awarded to Meeniyan, plus their result, based on the average performance for B Grade as this was determined to be the fairest way.

Ladders Round 7 Saturday November 7 A Grade Mardan Bombers ......426.83 34 M’yan Racqueteers ...130.19 22 L’gatha Adidas.............74.29 16 Fish Creek .................... 85.11 14 Baromi Legends ............84.78 12 Baromi Superstars ...........49.69 7

B Grade Dumbalk Aces ............215.38 19 L ’Converse ................140.35 18 Fish Creek White ......170.49 17 L’Gatha Asics.............109.30 14 Mardan Lions ................75.00 10 Fish Creek Red................72.60 9 Baromi.............................16.67 3

C Grade L’gatha Pumas ...........310.81 24 Meeniyan....................308.33 22 Mardan Rebels ..........157.38 17 Fish Creek ..................162.30 16 L’Gatha Dunlops ...........83.91 12 L’Gatha Reeboks ...........98.82 10 Baromi Reebok ...............91.78 9 L’gatha North ................109.33 8 Baromi Nike ....................41.28 4 Hallston ...........................36.28 3

Korumburra City Soccer Club THE Korumburra City Soccer Club would like to thank outgoing vice president George Auddino, Sam Dunn and Joe Rossi for their time and commitment over the last two years in being founding members on the general committee, and welcome the new committee members for the 2010 season. Registration day will be on February 21, 2010 see www.korumburracitysoccerclub.org for more details. Committee members will be attending a workshop at Mirboo North with the Gippsland Soccer league to further promote soccer and its administration in our region at the end of November. Coaching positions are vacant for all age groups, small sided, U14s, U16s, Women and Seniors, please send your application to the secretary P.O. Box 283 Korumburra, Victoria 3950, before February 21 next year. The committee wishes all members and families a happy Christmas and New Year, and a safe return for the 2010 season.

Korumburra City Soccer Club: back: Scott Methven, Gracie Methven, Ann Parkinson and Jo Allen (all committee members); front: Keith Button (vice president and registration officer), Bev Button (secretary) and Phil Miller (president). Absent: Fred Clark (treasurer) and Glenn Odgers and Guido Nobile (committee members).

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• LDCA A GRADE DIVISION ONE

Workers, OMK evenly poised THE top of the table clash between OMK and Workers is in the balance after OMK scored 239 on day one of the two-day fixture. Tim Miller and Noel Creed started the innings well for the Diggers, posting 33 and 26 respectively. The middle order and tale wagged after a slump with Jason Wilson hitting 52, Barry Wyatt 38 and Matthew Adams 42 to put OMK in a good position. The Diggers are mindful of the Workmens batting depth and will need to bowl well this Saturday. Craig Harvey took 4/57 for the Workers. Symmons ton Damien Symmons scored a century for Nerrena but, despite this, the team is still in

a vulnerable position after being all out for 186. Adam Hall claimed 4/32 for Inverloch. Inverloch is no pushover but has lost two early wickets and is 2/17 at stumps. Korumburra bats well Korumburra has set itself up for a strong performance after hitting 254 against Miners. Udara Weerasinghe hit form with a fine 72. He combined with Peter Edwards 45 for a 91 run partnership. Benn Hayes scored 37 and Daniel Salmon 35 in the total. Two of the Miner’s bowlers took two wickets while Matt Johnson took 3/72 from a marathon 22 overs. Simpson’s century Alex Simpson scored a well-earned 101 for Glen Alvie although the team could struggle after a total of just 173 against Imperials.

No other bat got above 17 as Simpson almost played a lone hand. Imps’ Adam Eddy with 5/52 was the top Division One bowling effort for day one of the round six encounter.

A GRADE DIVISION 1 GLEN ALVIE v IMPERIALS 1st Innings Glen Alvie M. Roberts c. D. Davis b. J. Pellicano ........................17 P. Roberts lbw. b. A. Eddy .........2 A. Donohue c. D. Davis b A. Eddy ................................1 P. Jordan c. T. Williams b. A. Eddy .............................10 C. Tait b. M. Malloy ...................6 A. Simpson c. N. Eddy b. A. Eddy ...........................101 S. Lowe c. D. Davis b. M. Malloy .........................10 J. Beasley c. T. Williams b. M. Malloy .........................12 B. Ould c. D. Davis b. J. Pellicano ..........................2 D. Hynes lbw. b. A. Eddy ...............................2

K. Simpson n.o...........................5 Extras .........................................5 Total .......................................173 Bowling: A. Eddy 5/52, J. Pellicano 2/18, M. Malloy 3/40, X. Davis 0/17, M. Lafferty 0/16, L. Rogers 0/9, N. Eddy 0/20. 1st Innings Imperials G. Sauvarin n.o. .......................10 N. Eddy c. C. Tait b. A. Simpson ..........................4 X. Davis c. M. Roberts b. K. Simpson..........................3 T. Williams n.o. ..........................0 Extras .........................................8 Total ......................................2/25 Bowling: A. Simpson 1/12, B. Ould 0/4, K. Simpson 1/0, A. Donohue 0/1. WONTHAGGI MINERS v KORUMBURRA 1st Innings Korumburra D. Salmon lbw. b J. Trevisi .............................35 I. Osman b. J. Trevisi .................7 P. Edwrds c. J. Trevisi b. M. Donohue .....................45 U. Weerasinghe c. R. Birkett b. R. Thomas .........................72 T. Allen lbw. b. J. Helman ..........2 B. Hayes b. M. Johnson ...........37

K. Dorman stp. c. C. Thomas b. M. Johnson ........................13 D. Wyhoon c. D. Beesey b. B .Mattock.........................14 D. Soctt c. B. Mattock b. M. Johnson ..........................8 A. Balfour c. J. Andrighetto b. B. Mattock.........................10 M. Patching n.o. .........................0 Extras ....................................... 11 Total .......................................254 Bowling: R. Thomas 1/47, J. Trevisi 2/56, M. Johnson 3/72, R. Birkett 0/23, R. Brasher 0/23, J. Helman 1/9, M. Donohue 1/6, B. Mattock 2/10. 1st Innings Wonthaggi Miners M. Donohue n.o. ........................6 J. Andrighetto n.o. .................... 11 Extras .........................................2 Total ......................................0/19 Bowling: U. Weerasinghe 0/13, K. Dorman 0/5. NERRENA v INVERLOCH 1st Innings Nerrerna M. Clark c. D. Clark b. A. Hall .................................9 T. Wightman c. A. Ware b. L. Rankin...........................27 G. Murphy c. W. Rankin b. A. Hall .................................5

D. Symmons c. N. Cant b. A. Hall .............................106 D. Trotman c. D. Ruffin b. D. Clark .............................14 L. Jongebloed lbw. N. Cant ........0 T. West c. J. Smith b. N. Cant ................................1 S. Checkley c. W. Taberner b. J. Smith ...............................2 C. Rump c. B. Debono b. A. Hall .................................4 J. Trease n.o................................8 R. Clark c. W. Rankin b. J. Smith ...............................0 Extras .......................................10 Total .......................................186 Bowling: M. Anderson 0/1, N. Cant 2/26, L. Rankin 1/23, J. Smith 2/67, A. Hall 4/32, A. Ware 0/5, D. Clark 1/30. 1st Innings Inverloch W. Taberner n.o. .........................5 B. Debono lbw. b. T. Wightman .6 A. Ware c. S. Checkley b. T. Wightman ........................0 D. Ruffin n.o. .............................0 Extras .........................................4 Total ......................................2/17 Bowling: C. Rump 0/0, J. Trease 0/4, T. Wightman 2/8, R. Clark 0/0.

OMK v WONTHAGGI WORKMENS 1st Innings OMK T. Miller b. J. Sherrin ...............33 N. Creed c .R. Geyer b. L. McGuirk ........................26 D. Creed c&b. C. Harvey ...........0 K. Rothier lbw. b. C. Harvey .....8 R. White c. G. Bolding b. S. Williams ..........................8 J. Wilson c. R. Geyer b. L. McGuirk .......................52 B. Wyatt lbw. b. C. Harvey ......38 M. Adams c. T. Hooper b. S. Williams ........................42 P. Dell r.o. G. Britt......................5 P. Harper c. C. Harvey b. J. Sherrin ............................7 L. Van Rooye n.o........................4 Extras .......................................16 Total .......................................239 Bowling: S. Williams 2/37, L. McGuirk 1/32, C. Harvey 4/57, J. Sherrin 2/44, G. Bolding 0/47, T. Hooper 0/14.

• LDCA A GRADE DIVISION TWO

Flying start for Poowong/Loch POOWONG Loch made a flying start with the bat, chasing Fish Creek Tarwin’s total of 152. While Fish Creek Tarwin’s Matt Watkins was a standout performer with the bat, knocking up 48 runs, and team-mate Jordan Shaw made a respectable 25, many of the other batsmen fell cheaply. Poowong Loch’s bowling attack was superlative, with Alan Jenkins claiming 5/35. Poowong Loch’s opening batsman Mitchell Adderley was great with the bat, hitting 46 runs and setting his team up well, just 62 runs short of its victory target. K O O N WA R R A Leongatha RSL has given Wonthaggi Miners a big total to chase, hitting 262 runs at the end of play on Saturday. The team was led by its middle order, with Lachlan

Sperling (66), Graham Sperling (47) and Brad Anderson (56), doing much as they liked with the bat. Miners bowler Ben Zanella was great with the ball, with the impressive figure of 4/64. TOWN’s Robert Templeton did well with the bat on the weekend, hitting 69 runs. It was a performance that helped his team skip ahead of Inverloch. In fact, Town now leads by 81 runs. Inverloch had managed just 70 runs in its first innings total. Despite the paltry total, the team’s bowling sensation James Dalmau was deadly with the ball, producing the brilliant figures of 6/23. On the other side, Colin Bruce came away with 5/17. MEENIYAN Dumbalk

United made a solid start in its first innings against Phillip Island, ending the day with 200 runs. Middle order batsmen Wayne Prosser (34) and Steve Arnup (43) were the standout performers, though few fell cheaply. It always sounds like a cliché, but MDU’s performance was a good team effort. Best bowler for Phillip Island was Clint Wilson, with the impressive figures of 5/40.

A GRADE DIVISION 2 FISH CREEK/TARWIN v POOWONG/LOCH 1st Innings Fish Creek/Tarwin M. Lynch c. P. Dyer b. A. Jenkins ............................7 J. Danckert c. P. Dyer b. S. Jenkins .........................12 J. Law c. M. Adderley b. R. Greaves ...........................3 M. Watkins r.o. .........................48

J. Shaw stp. P. Dyer b. S. Jenkins .........................25 L. Pratt c. M. Holloway b. D. Brain ...............................1 G. Watkins c. P. Dyer b. A. Jenkins .........................14 G. Webster c. P. Dyer b. A. Jenkins ..........................16 N. Wilkins c. P. Dyer b. A. Jenkins ............................6 S. Rabbitt c. P. Dyer b. D. Brain ...............................3 M. Danckert n.o. ........................0 Extras .......................................16 Total .......................................152 Bowling: A. Jenkins 5/35, R. Greaves 1/37, B. Hancock 0/15, S. Jenkins 1/30, D. Brain 2/30. 1st Innings Poowong/Loch M. Adderley c. S. Rabbitt b. L. Pratt...............................46 B. Hancock n.o.........................20 P. Dyer n.o. ...............................17 Extras .........................................8 Total ......................................1/91 Bowling: Not available. KOONWARRA RSL v WONTHAGGI MINERS C. Wise c. M. Madigan b. D. Brown .............................6 B. Moscript c. M. Madigan

b B. Zanella ...........................13 S. Moore c. M. Wright b. P. Cornelis .........................36 S. Sperling c. P. Cornelis b. B. Zanella ............................0 L. Sperling c. M. Wright b. P. Hammer .........................66 G. Sperling c. L. Jones b. B. Zanella ..........................47 B. Anderson c. B. Anrighetto b. R. Jones ............................56 J. Moore c. P. Cornelis b. R. Jones .............................10 J. Peters b. B. Zanella.................5 B. Davison n.o............................2 J. Kennedy n.o. ..........................0 Extras .......................................21 Total ....................................9/262 Bowling: B. Zanella 4/64, D. Brown 1/61, P. Cornelis 1/45, M. Madigan 0/46, P. Hammer 1/9, R. Jones 2/23. INVERLOCH v TOWN 1st Innings Inverloch S. Brayley c. M .Warren b. C. Bruce ............................16 B. Phillips c. R. Templeton b. N. Johnston .........................0 L. Cummins c. C. Bruce b. M. Davies ..........................12 T. Thornby b. .............................7

C. Bulter c&b. C. Bruce .............9 J. Ogden lbw. b. C. Bruce ..........0 A. Brayley c. R. Templeton b. N. Johnston .........................2 N. Goodall b. N. Johnston..........0 C. Mollison b. C. Bruce ...........12 J. Dalmau n.o. ............................4 Extras .........................................8 Total .........................................70 Bowling: N. Johnston 3/25, M. Davies 1/16, A. Hickey 0/8, C. Bruce 5/17. 1st Innings Town R. Templeton b. J. Dalmau .......69 M. Borschman c. C. Bulter b J. Ogden .............................14 L. Bowman c&b. C. Mollison....9 M. Smith c. T. Thornby b. N. Goodall ...........................7 N. Johnston c. T. Thornby b. J. Dalmau ..........................16 M. Davies lbw. J. Dalmau ..........0 A. Hickey b. J. Dalmau ............ 11 C. Bruce c. N. Goodall b. J. Dalmau ............................1 M. O’Malley c. J. Ogden b. J. Dalmau ............................7 S. McCallum n.o. .......................0 M. Warren b. J. Ogden ...............2 Extras .......................................15 Total .......................................151

• LDCA B GRADE

Roughie comes home with a bang HAWTHORN footballer and local cricketing star, Jarryd Roughead was back in town last weekend, hitting 21 runs for Imperials and helping his team construct a solid total of 184 against Glen Alvie. Roughead was good in the field too, taking two valuable catches. Best batsman for Imperials was Daniel Connelly, who had clearly come to have a hit. His dashing innings saw 10 boundaries and two over the fence.

Connelly would also claim a Glen Alvie wicket, ending the day’s play with the enviable bowling figures of 1/7. Glen Alvie is 143 runs short of its target, having lost three wickets for 46. PHILLIP Island is well on its way to surpassing Korumburra’s first innings total of 125. Russell Cleeland (34) and Tony Hornsby (67) are both not out and have helped their team to a total of 108. Phillip Island has lost just one wicket in its chase. Korumburra’s opening batsman Kallon Rigby was best for his team, with a knock of 51 runs. Unfortunately, most of his other team-mates

fell cheaply. FOSTER is looking shaky after a disastrous start in its first innings run chase of Nerrena’s 166. The side lost its first three batsmen for just 11 runs, and finished the day with 23 runs. Nerrena’s Zack Trease was the standout performer with the bat, with an impressive knock of 49 runs. Liam Brandon enjoyed early success with the ball, claiming 2/9. On the other side, Brad Coates did well with the ball too, recording the impressive figures of 4/27. W O N T H A G G I Workmens started well with 1/42, after rival OMK made a total of 125 in its first innings. Wonthaggi Workmens has a great deal of depth in its bowling line-up, a fact that was clear on Saturday, with Mitchell Thomas on 3/32, Allan McLean on 3/21 and Liam Sawyer on 2/11. The match is poised for an exciting finish.

B GRADE IMPERIALS v GLEN ALVIE

1st Innings Imperials K. Gray lbw. ..............................5 A. Pellin c. .................................1 J. Roughead c. .........................21

R. Mullens b. .............................0 D. Connelly c. .........................66 T. Jans lbw. ................................7 D. Langstaff b. ........................28 G. Forrester b. .........................25 M. Collins c. ............................15 J. Fiddelaers c. .........................10 C. Roughead n.o.........................0 Extras .........................................6 Total .......................................184 Bowling: J. Hales 5/37, S. Nippers 2/39, L. Gennicarro 0/20, R. Bolding 1/29, S. Edwards 1/43, A. Hamilton 1/12. 1st Innings Glen Alvie S. Edwards c. J. Roughead b. D. Connelly .........................1 M. Hull c. J. Roughead b. C. Roughead...................... 11 D. Tiziani b. M. Collins .............9 L. Gennicarro n.o.. ...................13 R. Bolding n.o. ...........................5 Extras .........................................7 Total ......................................3/46 Bowling: M. Collins 1/13, D. Connelly 1/7, J. Fiddelaers 0/12, C. Roughead 1/3, G. Forrester 0/7, J. Roughead 0/0, R. Mullens 0/0. KORUMBURRA v PHILLIP ISLAND 1st Innings Korumburra K. Rigby c&b. O. Santalucia ...51 R. Webster c. E. Richards b. R. Cleeland........................12 C. Bailey c. J. Johnston b. R. Cleeland........................13 M. Loader c. J. Emery b. O. Santalucia .......................3 H. Wyhoon. c. J. Broomhall b. Z. Brown .............................9 S. Phillips stp. J. Broomhall b. O. Santalucia .......................4 M. Wight c. M. Cleary

b. Z. Brown .............................4 D. Bailey c. R. Cleeland b. O. Santalucia .......................1 L. Williams c. J. Broomhall b. O. Santalucia .....................18 J. Meade c. E. Richards b. O. Santalucia .......................4 J. Wyhoon n.o.............................1 Extras .........................................4 Total .......................................125 Bowling: S. Docherty 0/4, J. Kleverkamp 0/9, J. Emery 0/19, R. Cleeland 2/15, O. Santalucia 6/52, E. Richards 0/9, Z. Brown 2/12, T. Hornsby 0/4. 1st Innings Phillip Island O. Santalucia b. D. Bailey ..........0 R. Cleeland n.o.........................34 T. Hornsby n.o..........................67 Extras .........................................7 Total .......................................108 Bowling: M. Loader 0/30, D. Bailey 1/20, S. Phillips 0/19, K. Rigby 0/9, M. Wight 0/11, L. Williams 0/12, J. Meade 0/2. FOSTER v NERRENA 1st Innings Nerrena J. Richards c. S. Hawking b. Coates..................................1 T. Trotman lbw. b. R. Johnston ..2 A. Harrison b. B. Coates ............2 W. Telfer c. G. Wagstaff b. G. Collis ............................19 J. Renden b. B. Coates ...............6 B. Castles c. S. Hawking b. J. Staley .............................28 L. Brandon lbw. b. B. Tilley.....10 Z. Trease lbw. b. G. Collis .......49 M. Chackochan c. G. Wagstaff

b. P. Jervies..............................9 C. Baudinette b. B. Coates .........5 J. Trease n.o................................0 Extras .......................................35 Total .......................................166 Bowling: B. Coates 4/27, R. Johnston 1/3, P. Jervies 1/47, J. Staley 1/31, G. Collis 2/21, B. Tilley 1/28. 1st Innings Foster G. Collis b. L. Brandon ..............4 P. Dower lbw. b. Z. Trease .........0 G. Wagstaff c. J. Renden b. L. Brandon ..........................7 T. Garvey n.o..............................5 P. Jervies n.o...............................4 Extras .........................................3 Total ......................................3/23 Bowling: L. Brandon 2/9, J. Trease 1/10, W. Telfer 0/1. WONTHAGGI WORKMENS v OMK 1st Innings OMK Total .......................................125 Bowling: M. Thomas 3/32, M. McCall 0/15, A. McLean 3/21, L. Sawyer 2/11, S. Coldabella 0/19, A. Sartori 1/19. 1st Innings Wonthaggi Workmens M. Thomas c&b. T. Creed..........3 S. Huitema n.o..........................27 D. Britt n.o. ..............................12 Total ......................................1/42 Bowling: Not available.

Bowling: J. Dalmau 6/23, J. Ogden 2/55, C. Mollison 1/26, N. Goodall 1/33. PHILLIP ISLAND v MDU 1st Innings MDU J. Sinclair c. M .Price b. A. Dimech ...........................6 B. Spokes c. C. Viljoen b. C. Wilson...........................27 M. Le Page c. A. Manteit b. A. Matthews ......................15 A. Baillie c. L. Keating b. M. Price .............................23 C. Hoober c. A. Mantiet b. A. Dimech ...........................7 W. Prosser b. C. Wilson ...........34 S. Arnup c. S. Kirton b. C. Wilson...........................43 C. Le Page b. C. Wilson ........... 11 M. Dower b. S. Kirton .............19 S. McRae b. C. Wilson ...............2 S. Browne n.o.............................1 Extras .......................................12 Total .......................................200 Bowling: S. Boyack 0/48, A. Dimech 2/25, S. Kirton 1/25, A. Matthews 1/29, C. Wilson 5/40, M. Price 1/21.

Nerrena Under 12 AFTER a hot week the young Nerrena U12 team travelled to McMahon Reserve in Wonthaggi on Friday night to play the Wonthaggi Workers boys. Workers won the toss and asked Nerrena to bat. Batting in pairs Jarrod Hoy and Branson Amata were the stand out batsmen for Nerrena this week. Jarrod made 30 and Branson 11. Nathan Trotto and James Kelly were the next best batsmen with 7 runs each. The team scored 141. Jarrod Hoy and Nathan Trotto took two wickets each and James Kelly and Aiden Roberts took one wicket each. Wonthaggi Workers were all out for 130. Another great effort by the young Red Caps. Round three will be played at Nerrena on Friday, November 20 against Fish Creek.

More cricket on page 53.

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Balfour Woorayl club champion OVER the weekend, the final two rounds of our club championships were completed. Saturday’s event, sponsored by Ryan’s Bricks, had 42 players competing. A Grade winner I. Balfour 67 net; B Grade I. Atcheson 65 net, runner-up J. Redmond 70 countback from D. Dwyer; C Grade S. Duffield 70, runner-up P. Hayman 71; D Grade R. Beilby 69, runner-up B. Challis 70. Encouragement award D. Dwyer 70. Nearest the pins: 8th G. Fennell, 17th G. Johnson. Balls down the line: B. Wilson 71, B. Robjant, N. Lovie, M. Wood, R. Hughes, J. Hickey 72; T. Charlton, B. Fiek 73 countback from G. McKinnon. Sunday’s stroke event, sponsored by Novus Windscreens, had 34 players competing. A Grade winner I. Balfour 73, B Grade B. Robjant 66, C Grade T. Hogan 68, D Grade R. Beilby 70

countback from N. McKenzie. Nearest the pins: 8th R. Goodwin, 17th J. Hickey. Balls down the line: R. Goodwin 69, N. Lovie, J. Howard, N. McKenzie 70; G. Fennell, D. Clemann 71, D. Dwyer 71 countback T. Charlton. After the four rounds, our champions for the year are: Club - I. Balfour 312; B Grade D. Dwyer 320, after four hole play-off from N. Lovie; C Grade R. Goodwin 367 after four hole play-off from G. Johnson; D Grade R. Beilby 376. Senior champion 288 net on countback from G. Fennell. The 72 hole handicap event for each game was sponsored by Perrett & Associates. A Grade I. Balfour 288 net, B Grade D. Dwyer 276 net, C. Grade T. Charlton 293 net, D Grade C. Salmon 286 net. SC17woorladgolf

Ladies ON Wednesday, Novem-

ber 11 the event was stroke - Star medallist, second round of club championships. Sponsors were Leongatha Nagel’s Amcal Pharmacy. The AWCR was 72. Star medallist - Betty Maloney, J. Smith 34/64. A Grade winner was S. Thomas 15/71, B Grade T. Scoble 25/72, C Grade Joan Smith 34/64, D Grade M. Martin 42/73. Nine holes out - M. Higgins 35½. Nearest the pin: 8th J. Fennell, 17th S. Thomas, 2nd shot on the 11th A. Grist. Down the line balls: E. McBride, D. Jarvis, P. Lancaster, D. O’Connor, L. Young, F. Maynard. Handicap break - Joan Smith broke from 34 to 30. Congratulations. Next week is the final round of the club championships. Senior lady champion Dot Forrester, 54 hole net event. Day event sponsored by Robjant family, starting 8.30am.

Leongatha to host singles golf championships THE South Gippsland District Golf Association will conduct the 2009 Singles Championships at Leongatha Golf Club on Sunday, November 22. The event will be played over 36 holes for A Grade, and 27 holes for B and C Grades. The major event being the C. Evans Shield for the District Championship, should prove to be a tight tussle between Peter Kane (Wonthaggi), Jason Driscoll (Korumburra) and Michael Thomas (Leongatha). Up and coming junior James Blair (Phillip Island) should also be right in it at the finish and should also take out his second junior title in a row.

Meeniyan ladies THE final round of the grandmother’s trophy was played on Wednesday. Section one winner was Irene Holm with 41 points and a reduction in her handicap to 15. Section two was won by Kristen Elliott who broke her handicap for the first time with 40 points, well done Kristen. The best nine went to Janine Redpath with 20 points, Lyn Jennison won the 45’s with 29 points. Down the line balls to Eileen Dorling 35 points, Mary Trease 33 points and Faye LePage with 32 points. After play we held our annual general meeting where Dot Christie was once again elected as president, Faye LePage secretary, Maureen

In addition to the championship there will be several handicap events over 27 holes, 18 holes and nine holes. Entries are open to all members of South Gippsland Clubs. Entry forms are now available at all South Gippsland Clubs and entry to the event is free. Members wishing to enter the event should direct their entry to the tournament manager, Denis Stanes, 14 Drysdale Street, Wonthaggi, 3995. Telephone 5672 2787 or 0419 887 396. Late entries will only be accepted depending on the capacity of the field.

Hams treasurer, Jan Trease comes in as our new captain and Sue Symmons is her vice captain. Special thanks was passed on to Sue Hoskin after her three years as lady captain and her hard work in getting the Give Golf A Go program up and running, which has given Meeniyan a great boost in the number of lady golfers. Put November 27 on your must do list, with the grand opening of “Toonallok” our new wetland area happening from 4pm. Come along, participate in the opening ceremony, play nine holes of twilight golf, then sit back in the club house and enjoy a great counter meal between 6 and 8pm. Visitors are most welcome to attend.

Welshpool TUESDAY’S barbecue nine hole event was won by Joe Paynting 24 points - a new handicap for sure. Friday’s chicken run winner: Pat Carroll 19 points. Balls down the line: Len Woods 18, Merv Lowe 16. Nearest the pins: 8th Steve Mannix. Saturday’s nine hole stableford winner: Keith Lear 19 points on countback. Balls down the line: Alan Hayes 19, Brian MacPherson 17. Sunday’s monthly medal winner: Alan Hayes 65 net. Next Sunday - ANZ mixed fours Ambrose / nonhandicapper, 9.30am shotgun start. Condolences to the family of Norm Wells on his sudden passing and also to Meeniyan Golf Club on the loss of their captain.

Club champions: Ian Balfour (A Grade), Danny Dwyer (B Grade), Rod Goodwin (C Grade) and Robert Beilby (D Grade and seniors champion) at Wooryal Golf Club on Sunday.

Foster CLUB championships results as follows. Pat McKay 156, Neville Thompson 157, Peter Dight 161. B Grade: Ray Prain 167, Phil Harris 168, Steve Reid 169. C Grade: Greg Paine 177, John Warren 177, David Knee 185. Ladies club championships: Barbara Warren 166, Robyn Galloway 167. B Grade: Jenny Mountford 176, Ineke de Graaf 182. C Grade: Pam Witheridge 206, Shirley Cook 210. Sunday, November 15 – second round championships, Foster Mirror trophy. A Grade: Kevin Flett (10) 67 net. B Grade: Steve Reid (13) 68 net. C Grade: Greg Paine (19) 66 net. Down the line balls: Phil Nightingall (20) 67 net, John Warren (19) 69 net, Greg Cox (12) 69 net, Jim Parry (11) 70 net, Peter Dight (7) 70 net, Pat McKay (8) 70 net, Neville Thompson (9) 71 net. Nearest the pin: fourth Phil Harris, sixth Col Pulham, 13th Owen Kindellan, 15th Phil Nightingall, 17th Steve Reid. Putting: John Warren 26 putts. Money hole: Noel Black. Ladies – running competition winner: Judy Fah 40 pts, +4. Down the line balls: Ineke de Graaf 37 pts, +1. Nearest the pin: 17th Saturday – Ineke de Graaf, Sunday – Gale Tyers. Saturday, November 14 – first round championship, Landmark trophy. A Grade: Kevin Witheridge (12) 68 net countback. B Grade: Ray Prain (14) 67 net. C Grade: David Knee (23) 64 net. Down the line balls: Neville Thompson (9) 68 net, Phil Harris (13) 69 net, Neil Chandler (20) 69 net, Trevor Jones (24) 69 net, Pat McKay (8) 70 net, Jim Parry (11) 70 net, Paul Robertson (9) 70 net. John Warren (19) 70 net countback. Nearest the pin: fourth Neville Thompson,

sixth Peter Dight, 13th Jim Parry, 15th Henk de Graaf, 17th Owen Kindellan. Putting: Chris Foulds 27 putts. Money hole $18: Owen Kindellan. Friday, November 13 – twilight stableford winner: Bill Fuller (29) 21 pts. Lady winner: Marlene Ellis (27) 20 pts. Down the line balls: Phil Nightingall (20) 20 pts, Lester Rootsey (28) 19 pts, Bernd Amesreiter (24) 18 pts, Pam Mathers (38) 18 pts, Lloyd McKenzie (10) 18 pts. Nearest the pin: 15th Phil Nightingall, 17th Bernd Amesreiter. Thursday, November 12 – stableford winner: Henk de Graaf (19) 38 pts. Down the line balls: Robert Fulton (17) 34 pts, John Ellis (17) 33 pts. Nearest the pin: sixth John Ellis. Wednesday, November 11 - second round championships, Val Williams trophies. A Grade: Jenny Mountford (19) 68 net. B Grade: Shirley Cook (29) 71 net countback. Putting: Beth Curram 27 putts. Down the line balls: Ineke de Graaf (21) 70 net, Judy Bacon (28) 71 net, June Eddy (18) 71 net, Frances McGlead (35) 73 net countback. Nearest the pin: sixth Jenny Mountford, 17th Gale Tyers. Tuesday, November 10 – stableford Winner: Peter Dight (7) 36 pts. Down the line balls: John Mathers (16) 35 pts countback. Nearest the pin: 17th Peter Dight. Coming events Tuesday, November 17 – stableford. Wednesday November 18 – third round championships Beth Curram McAinch trophy Thursday, November 19 – par. Saturday, November 21 – final round championships. Neville and Carmen Thompson trophy. Ladies Saturday, November 21 – par. Sunday, November 22 – final round club championships. Noel Black, Alan Spooner and Ken Crompton trophies.

Mirboo North GRAND Ridge Brewery was the sponsor of the four person Ambrose medley on November 14. The event was attended by 35 players. CCR was 70. A Grade was won by Maree Thompson (15), Kevin Smith (21), Terry Bradshaw (8) and Nigel Bracecamp (22), 58-8¼-49¾. A Grade runners-up: Hal St. Ellen (15), Jeanne St. Ellen (30), Tom Traill (9), Sue Traill (21), 62-93/8525/8. For the winners, a great win. That included 11 birdies and one eagle. Down the line balls: Joe Smeriglio (14), Paul Cummaudo (28), Simon Hill-Smith (22), Chris Bracecamp (21), 65-105/8-543/8. Nearest the pin: 4th Kevin Smith, 6th Maree Thompson, 13th Jeff Hughes, 16th Hal St. Ellen. Pro Pin: Maree Thompson. Midweek The midweek stableford on Thursday November 12 was attended by 18 players. CCR was 70. The A Grade winner was Ray Matthews (11) 40 on countback. Down the line balls: Gordon Graeme (16) 40, John Blunsden (22) 38 on countback. Birdies: Gordon Graeme (4th). Ladies C. Gunn (22) was the winner of the stableford held on November 11. Down the line balls: S. Traill 38 points (21), L. Winderlich 37 points (34). Nearest the pin: 13th C. Gunn.

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Sun soaked tournament success

THE Centenary Tournament was a stunning success, with great weather, a fabulous course, and a host of happy golfers. Congratulations to the committee under Terry Poulton’s brilliant leadership, for the diligent preparation and smooth running of the entire event. There was considerable interest in the aggregate prize for the whole tournament. Four golfers were tied on 18 points - Sharyn and Peter Rayson, Alan Monahan and his partner, Noirin McKeon. After a countback, Sharyn was declared the winner.

Thursday We began with a fourball event for men and ladies and our sponsor was Drummond Golf who we thank sincerely. It was great to see Keith Finney back on the course after his health scare, and he combined with Mick Oliver to win with 47 points. Visitors from Phillip Island, John Roberts and John Rodakis were runners-up on 46, ahead of third prize winners, Hugh Goodman and Arthur Nilsson. Men’s nearest the pin winners were Trevor Steer and Clinton Sceney. Ladies’ president Ann Debenham and Loris Clark had a super score of 49 points to win comfortably. Runners-up on 46 were Debbie Erwin and Jill Steer, while third place went to Marea Maher and Toni West with 45. Ann Gibson (14th) and Helen Fraser (16th) won the nearest the pin prizes.

Friday The mixed ambrose dropout event brought 27 teams onto the course. Terry Poulton and son David combined with friends, John and Judy Pittman to take out the prize, with a fine score 66-8¾-57¼. Next best was the team of Wendy Brown, Michael Thomas, Peter and Sharyn Rayson, with 66-77/8-581/8. Shirley Welsford and Pam Fisher from Rosebud won the ladies nearest the pin events, while Dave Poulton and Phil Edwards were successful for the men. Many thanks to the day’s sponsor, Yamaha Golf Cars.

Saturday The two centenary champions were our own Michael Thomas who shot a two over par 72, and for the ladies, Heather Harley who played the course in 83 strokes. Congratulations on your historic victories. The stroke day was generously sponsored by Alex Scott and Staff, and your support is greatly appreciated. Leongatha Golf Club members were prominent in most events. Ken Wardle (81-11-70) won A Grade, Chris Leaver (8719-68) won B Grade and Peter Horman (93-26-67) took out C Grade. Paul Welsford and Paul Marshall were nearest the pin winners. The ladies handicap categories resulted in wins for Dot Stubbs (A Grade), scoring 89-17-72, Sharyn Rayson (B Grade) with 92-20-72, and Janet Hill

(C Grade) on 107-39-68. This score of 68 won Janet the Chas Hyland Memorial Trophy.

Sunday A wonderful tournament finished on Sunday with the mixed Canadian event. The day was sponsored by ‘Leaver’s Landscapes’, with Chris and Marianne being club members. Thank you for this very practical support. Alan Monahan and Noirin McKeon were thrilled to win the day with their fine score of 83-145/8-683/8 . Noirin’s pleasure at the victory was communicated in an excellent speech (no interpreter required). Runners-up were Peter and Sharyn Rayson (8212-70) who are both in fine form at present. Third prize went to Evelyn Indian and Brendan Simon who scored 87-16½-70½. David Poulton and Matt Beaton won nearest the pin for the men, while Debbie Erwin and Robyn Dennis were the lady winners. There will be no members comp this Thursday as the SG Veterans are holding the championships at Leongatha. Saturday night is presentation night, while the South Gippsland singles championships are at our course on Sunday. Looking ahead to next week, on Thursday, November 26 Mark Edwards will sponsor the 20th anniversary of the Thursday comp, which he began in 1989.

Big swing: Steve Fisher hits off from the first tee.

Mixed ambrose: putting on Friday morning was Barbara Dyke of Stony Creek.

Back here: Judy and Graham Fawcett and David and Glenda Boag (all from Pambula Beach) returned to the region to play at Leongatha Golf Club. Judy and Graham left Leongatha 18 years ago, while David and Glenda left Inverloch 30 years ago.

Golf game: Jeanette Diss and Inge Royce (both Cowes) walk onto the course for the shotgun start. Club officials: tournament director Trevor Steer and chairman of the centenary committee Terry Poulton on Friday.

Heading out: Trevor Seebeck (Inverloch) and Neil MacKenzie (Walkerville) check the score card.

Ready to start: Rod Brown (Leongatha) with Toni West (Leongatha), Pam Fisher (Rosebud) and Marilyn Williams (Koonwarra) at the first tee.

Hit off: Libby Seebeck (Inverloch) was a keen participant in the event on Friday.

Almost time: Steve Kane (Wonthaggi) was practicing on the putting green before the mixed ambrose dropout started.

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A century of golf at Leongatha

“The weekend surpassed our expectations by a long way”, were the first words used by centenary committee chairman, Terry Poulton, to describe the four day Leongatha Golf Club centenary celebrations.

“We had full golf fields for four days, people were turned away from the golf. The course was in superb condition; the best I’ve ever seen,” Mr Poulton told The Star. “Visitors came from all over, including Jason Eldred from the Whitsundays. “We had the Welsford brothers, Frank and Paul, who worked on the course as kids. “Many of the visitors were visiting Leongatha for the first time and the comments about the course were sensational. It was a great opportunity to showcase our course. The club also hosted a mystery bus tour on the Saturday for the non-golfers, which worked really well, according to Terry. “We actually took a busload of visitors to many areas of the shire and introduced them to other businesses like wineries and pottery places. “I’m sure many of these people will make a return visit to the area.” Centenary dinner With 230 guests attending, the Centenary Dinner at the Leongatha Golf Club was the highlight of the club’s tournament and 100 year celebrations. It was the biggest gathering ever held at the clubhouse, transformed for the occasion into a sea of gold and green, the club’s colours. The evening’s program ran like clockwork starting with Advance our Golf Club Fair, an amusing parody on the National Anthem, written by Nancy Embleton. The three-course dinner was interspersed with music, presentations, interviews, memories of early days, competitions, an auction and other surprises introduced by centenary committee chairman, Terry Poulton. Club president, Jack Cummins welcomed special

Course designer: the late H.V. (Vernon) Morcom. guests including VGA representative, Kevin Jacques; WGU president, Margaret Fanner; South Gippsland Golf president, Phil Nightingale; South Gippsland Golf ladies’ president, Gwen Evison; and Woorayl Golf president, Graham Winkler. Club past presidents welcomed were Mark Edwards, John Westaway, Trevor Steer and Daryl Pease. In welcoming the South Gippsland Shire representative, Cr Minnie Jackson, Terry Poulton acknowledged the shire’s donation of $4500 for the running of the tournament and centenary celebrations. On behalf of the VGA, Kevin Jacques presented club president, Jack Cummins with a 100 year plaque, while WGV president, Margaret Fanner made a similar presentation to Leongatha’s ladies’ president, Anne Debenham. A surprise to everyone was the introduction of special guests, Guy Murphy and Gail Murphy, grandchildren of H.V. (Vern) Morcom, who originally designed the course on the present site. In 1955 the club decided to buy land to build an 18hole course on the undulating site at Leongatha South. Vern Morcom, then Australia’s foremost golf course designer was engaged to plan the splendid layout golfers enjoy today. The club moved there in 1960, from its original nine hole Woorayl site. In acknowledging his grandfather’s special talents, Guy pointed out the

coincidence of world champion Tiger Woods in the current Australian Open, playing over the very bunkers at Kingston Heath, also designed by Vern Morcom. No doubt the presentation of their grandfather’s original putter by Guy and Gail will always preserve the memory of Vern Morcom and be a special treasure at the Leongatha Golf Club. Slashing the bush at Leongatha South, measuring out the course, bulldozing fairways to establish the fledgling golf course was dramatically depicted in a DVD shown during the evening. The footage was taken from a 1956 film shot by the late Reg Hodges and Chris Christoffersen, with Reg famously filming from his aircraft. Comments on the intrepid volunteers and early construction of the course were given by Paul and Frank Welsford, Alan Edney and Daryl Pease. In a symbolic olympic style closing ceremony, president Jack Cummins passed on a Leongatha Golf Club flag to a bunch of the club’s young golfers. “Keep this flag till the club’s 125th year in 2023 and remember the friends at the centenary celebrations who asked you to do this,” concluded Jack. Also... • A display of memorabilia organised as part of the Leongatha Golf Club celebrations was of special interest during the weekend. Trophies, photos, newspaper cuttings and a few old golf clubs were eagerly scrutinised by members and visitors. • Members of the centenary committee 1909 - 2009 were Robyn Dennis, Terry Poulton, Vic Rowlands, Daryl Pease and Pat West. • The Leongatha Golf Club has 654 members, the most in the club’s history - it’s the largest sporting club in the Shire of South Gippsland, and growing. • Gwen Chapman organised a mystery tour for local ‘tourists’ and visitors on Saturday as part of the centenary program. Among places visited were Eagles Nest, RACV for morning tea, ‘Tullaree’ at Buffalo, lunch at Pearl Park, Foster and Windy Ridge Winery.

Ginn pedalling to London Continued from page 60. “It all depends on the discipline I’m looking at; time trial or pursuits work, which is more in line with my rowing,” he said. “The cyclists have amazing engines, there’s no doubt about that, and usually have very good power to weight ratio.” Ginn’s next event is likely to be at the Australian championships time trial in January. “You’ve got to see how you’re placed against the best guys in the country,” he said. “If I keep improving and it’s looked

upon favourably my aim would be to get as far as I can.” On his blog Ginn said that if he is going to compete at the championships he will need to make huge improvements. This will require “a great deal of attention, focus, effort and energy”. “I have proved nothing yet, I have shown no real potential, and I am fully aware that any new person coming into a new world of competition has to be prepared for some big reality checks,” he said.

Life members: some of the life members at the dinner were, from left, John Westaway, Elsa O’Brien, Daryl Pease, Pat West and Rod Cameron.

Special donation: Guy and Gail Murfey donated a putter owned by the late Vernon Morcom, their grandfather, who designed the course at Leongatha Golf Club.

Near and far: they came from near and far for the celebrations, from left, Christine and Phil Edwards of Inverloch, and Marg Millin fromTasmania.

Special guests: arriving at the centenary dinner are, from left, Kevin Jacques, VGA councillor; Margaret Fanner, WGV vice-president; Ron Fanner, Eileen Jacques and Leongatha Golf Club president, Jack Cummins.

Burra dogs go it alone Continued from page 60. “One judge is 78 and the other, who’s a novice, is 75,” he explained. Mr Macdonald said the event was a popular one. Testament to this was the big crowd who came to watch the competition. Adults and schoolchildren alike were thrilled by the performances of the handlers and their clever dogs, who worked in tandem to round up sheep and channel them into pens. Victorian Working Sheep Dog Association president Colin Reid said the Korumburra club was on its own in rejecting the rule changes. “He’s (Mr Macdonald) the only

one who’s decided to go his own way. So be it, that is his prerogative,” he said. “I think it’s him being a little staid and not wanting change. We’re trying to give people a fair go, an equal opportunity. “We’re trying to make everything user-friendly, basically. It makes it more even and people will come to a trial and know that they’ll get a let out they’ll know they can do something with.” The “let out” of the sheep is seen as crucial to the success of a trial, with the association arguing that sheep need a guiding hand to keep

them clear of obstacles on the arena. “They might get a good let out or they might be on the fence. That’s not fair for everybody. Some of the older school don’t like that idea,” Mr Reid said. Mr Reid could not say how many clubs were affiliated with the association, but Korumburra was the only club that “was not”. “Times are changing. Back in John’s day more farmers were doing it. These days it’s more hobby farmers and city people, who are doing it for a sport,” he said. “Times have changed and we’ve got to change a little bit with them.”

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Going it alone: president of the Korumburra Sheep Dog Club, John Macdonald and trial dog Macdonald Black are happy to stay with tradition.

Dog gone By Matt Dunn THE Kor Korumburra Sheep Dog Club has become C a lone wolf, rejecting the state st association’s insistence on rule insis changes. cha President P John Macdonald said his club Ma had broken away from the Victorian Working Sheep Dog Association, Sh choosing to host its ch own “traditional” ow competition last co Tuesday. T The Korumburra Sheep Dog Trials S have been held for h “55 “ or 56 years” and this t year’s event drew competitors from c across Victoria and a New N South Wales. Mr Macdonald said the association’s s raft ra of new rules had caused consternation cau for him and other club members, who wanted mem

the status quo to remain. He maintained that his club would not yield to the dissolution of a well-held tradition, even though there were not as many entrants to this year’s competition as in 2008. “There was a bit of conflict in the Victorian Working Sheep Dog Association. We were affiliated with them, but this year we’re not,” he said. “They’ve got a new council and they’ve introduced a lot of new rules. The trial is regarded as a very traditional thing, and we don’t agree with altering the rules. “So we decided to run this under

our own steam. We want it to continue on the way it always has been.” One of the big rule changes implemented by the association was having three people out on the grounds, helping to keep the sheep moving in the right direction. Mr Macdonald said it was a change that made competition “easier for the dog”. “It’s still a matter of getting out there and competing against three sheep. It’s bad enough for the judges to have to be out on the course,” Mr Macdonald said. The club had procured golf buggies from the Korumburra Golf Club to keep the two judges out of the intense sun. Continued on page 59.

Steady on there: Harston’s Kevin Wilson with his dog Marlo Kain at the Korumburra Sheep Dog Trials last week.

Ginn pedalling to London By Chris Brown DREW Ginn is on his bike and pondering an appearance at the 2012 London Olympics in cycling. The three time Olympic gold medal rower said it would be “marvellous” to reach sport’s biggest event as a cyclist, but he’s focusing on the process rather than the end game. The South Gippsland-born athlete triumphed at the Oceania championships in New Zealand in the 40km time trial last week.

He achieved a time of 51.40 minutes to win in the elite men’s section. Ginn said strong winds near Invercargill were a challenge. “It was just like being at home along the coast when you have one of those south westerlys,” he said. There are two reasons Ginn made the move to cycling. After his second back surgery, following the Beijing Olympics, it was an enjoyable activity he could do. “The idea of competition came about after working with some people and the curiosity of seeing how far I can take it,” Ginn said.

Since the cycling bug bit, Ginn has even competed at two Leongatha Cycling Club events in South Gippsland. On July 11 he had a win in cold and wet conditions around Mardan. In early September he finished sixth, with the fastest time, on a circuit that left from the Korrine tennis courts. Ginn said he was aiming for the Olympics. “I’m very aware of how fickle it all is in terms of how close you can get and how easily you can miss out,” he said. “There’s no difference in rowing

and cycling.” With time and the right opportunities Ginn would like to think he can go pretty well in the world of cycling. “The nature of any elite sport is that half a per cent can be the difference between making it or not making it,” he said. “I’m reasonably motivated and confident, which is probably the more important thing rather than the speculation of how it will work out.” Ginn is learning about the body adapting to cycling, though much of the training work complements rowing. Continued on page 59.

• Drew Ginn

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