The Great Southern Star - November 23, 2010 by The Great Southern Star

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LEONGATHA’S Dyson Heppell arrived back in Leongatha on Friday, the morning after being picked up by Essendon in the AFL National Draft on the Gold Coast. Dyson was keen to be back with his Year 12 friends at Leongatha Secondary College who celebrated their end of year formal with families at Mesley Hall on Friday night. It’s been a whirlwind week for Dyson, finishing VCE exams, flying up to the Gold Coast for the draft, spending several hours with Essendon coach James Hird, flying back to Leongatha for the formal, house hunting in Melbourne and then attending Essendon training. An Essendon fan all his life and wearing Hird’s number five on his guernsey growing up, Heppell couldn’t be happier joining the Bomber family and being based in Melbourne. Read more on the back page.

Welcome home: there was huge excitement at the Year 12 formal on Friday night as Dyson Heppell celebrated his draft selection. He is with Georgie Wray-McCann, Dyson’s mum Ann-Maree Heppell, and Phoebe Kuhne. Georgie and Phoebe are two school captains for 2010.

What we want Leaders present election wish list

By Matt Dunn DILAPIDATED roads, a shortage of doctors and inequitable rates are among the issues for South Gippslanders ahead of the state election this Saturday. Whoever assumes power will need to take heed. People are not happy in this part of the country. Many will say that potholed, disintegrating roads have become the most potent symbol of

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government neglect in South Gippsland. Koonwarra roads campaigner, Bob Hickman, who jokingly referred to himself as “Mr Pothole,” believes the issue of dangerous roads to be the most pressing one facing the region. A semi-regular guest on ABC radio, the Vespa owner said his weekly drive to Warragul was fraught with danger. The drive between Bena and Korumburra was equally dangerous: “There’s a bloody big hole there. It’s absolutely lethal.” The South Gippsland Highway near Ruby is similarly perilous, he said.

“The simple fact is we’ve got to get from A to B. It’s not just your cars and motorbikes, but your big transporters as well - your milk trucks and your cattle. It’s an important infrastructure and it’s got to be maintained,” he said. “I don’t think Labor is going to spend nearly enough. They’re just going to patch, patch, patch. The Coalition might, if they get in. “Or we can all vote independent and that way something might get done, because they always seem to throw the money at the independents and the marginal seats.” South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim

Fawcett also listed roads as the big issue facing the region, but said early childhood development and tourism are other areas in serious need of funding too. Immediate past president of the Rural Doctors Association and Wonthaggi GP, Nola Maxﬁeld, said the training of old-style country doctors was of paramount importance to the region. “The RDA is asking whichever party takes power to support what we’re trying to develop with the Commonwealth Government, with the Rural Generalist training program,” she said. Continued on page 11.

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Saleyards mess: the Korumburra site is an eyesore along the South Gippsland Highway.

Progress at last PLANNING Minister Justin Madden has authorised South Gippsland Shire Council to place Planning Scheme Amendment C60 on public exhibition for community comment.

Saleyards rally tomorrow By Chris Brown KORUMBURRA residents will rally at the old saleyards on Wednesday night.

The community, led by the Korumburra Business Association (KBA), has had enough of the inaction about the eyesore on the western entrance to the town. KBA president Doug White said anyone who would like to come along and show their support was welcome, from 6pm. “I didn’t want to go that far, but I think we really need action,” he said. “We are using the community’s clout to say this is how we feel. There are a lot of people who are pretty wild about it.” Mr White said the old saleyards site needed to be cleaned up and made safe. “It is incredibly unsafe and unsightly and an eyesore for the Korumburra township,” he said. “It’s right next door to the football ground where children play. It’s only a matter of time before a kid gets hurt in there.

“When I went down this morning (last Thursday) the gate was open so anyone could just walk in there.” Mr White said it was the owner’s responsibility to clean up the site, but it was up to the South Gippsland Shire Council to issue a warning notice. Mr White also noted the election campaign posters of Gippsland South MP Peter Ryan that have been hung on the saleyard site fence. “It’s funny you have members of parliament hanging all over the thing, but they are not really interested in talking about the problem,” he said. More positively, Christmas decorations will be installed in the town at the start of next month. There are new and revamped decorations this year to be put on shops and around windows. Santa Claus is planning a visit to Korumburra sometime in December where he will pose for photographs with children. Meanwhile Mr White has just begun his second

year as president of the business association. He is supported by vice president David Amor, treasurer June Ramsey, secretary Yvonne Hess and membership secretary Brian Hess. Bringing the businesses in town and the industrial estate together is a focus this year. A brochure about what is on offer in Korumburra is also being developed. “Last year we did a town on sale focus in the middle of the year and that will happen again,” Mr White said. “It’s probably more

about drawing people to Korumburra, which doesn’t sound like much but it’s a big task. “It’s going to be one of those learning curve years where we see what works and what doesn’t using nontraditional and traditional styles of media to promote ourselves.”

Doug White: the Korumburra Business Association president.

This amendment proposes to rezone the former Korumburra Saleyards land to the Industrial 3 Zone and apply a Design and Development Overlay to the highway frontage, to ensure the appearance of buildings and works near the highway are in keeping with appropriate character. Council’s acting planning manager Paul Stampton said the amendment can be viewed on www. southgippsland.vic.gov.au, at the Korumburra Library or at council from Thursday, November 25 until Friday, January 14. “If no submissions are received, it is anticipated that the rezoning of the land can be ﬁnalised early in the New Year,” he said. “This issue has been a high priority for council and we have been working closely with the owner of the site to achieve a positive outcome. “If this rezoning proceeds, the way is clear then for the owner to prepare the site appropriately for sale or development.” Any queries about the details of Amendment C60 can be directed to Mr Stampton for discussion on 5662 9304.

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Here’s to you: Alan Clark will retire as a legend of local music and dance.

Clarky’s swansong By Isaac McCallum

ALAN Clark is a name synonymous with music in South Gippsland. For years, the man once dubbed Mr Music has performed all over the area, enlightening people with his songs. For him, it is his greatest reward. “I see my playing as trying to give pleasure to people,” Alan said. And there is no doubt that it has, with thousands of people being entertained by the organist in his near

50 years in the role. He remembers the ﬁrst time he played, and how getting up on stage to help out a lonely sax player forged a career. “I went down to the dance at Ruby in the early 60s and only the sax player turned up. It was the ﬁrst time I played,” he said. “It was a bit rough and ready but it managed to get people to dance.” And he has been playing at dances ever since; at Mardan, Dumbalk, Koonwarra, Mirboo North and everywhere in between. Alan performs regu-

larly at aged care facilities, as well as at Deb balls – where the future of dance is being held in good stead, at least in his opinion. “Deb kids give me real faith in future generations, especially in the past couple of years. The boys are becoming more responsible than the girls!” Alan said. “It’s good to keep in touch with younger ones. You’re part of a team with the Debs. I really enjoy Glenn and Shirley-Anne’s company.” And while moulding the future generations will be something he will hold

dearly, the music man enjoys playing for the elderly just as much. One such episode comes to mind. “Just recently there was a guy who looked like he was new into one of the institutions and I think he was a bit of a problem; he wouldn’t sit down, he was walking around everywhere,” Alan said. “They told him to sit down. ‘Alan’s going to play, sit down while Alan plays’ they said. Eventually he sat down I started playing and he stood up with me and sang for the rest of the day. It’s not so much the music, it’s the songs that grab them. The music’s alright, at least I think so, but the songs have got a lot to do with it.” Most of Alan’s tales end with a big, infectious laugh that reﬂects a positive personality that has made him many friends over the journey – friends he treasures dearly. “I’m going to miss the people, and miss the

friends. Ninety-ﬁve per cent of everyone at the dances is a personal friend,” he said. “I can’t remember anyone there that’s upset me; if they did they kept it to themselves. Music does that for you though, it’s a great common bond.” Now Alan prefers to hear his music on his iPod, which he has connected in order to stay with the times. And on Sunday, he was thanked for his years of service, despite the thought that he might “just fade into the woodwork.” “A lot of the credit of the dances has to go to the people that organise them and I appreciate that, they help me set up and all that sort of thing,” he said. “It’s one of the reasons I agreed to the day on Sunday afternoon, it gave me a chance to say thank you to them.” And one must think that despite it being his day, his friends and family at Dumbalk may have just asked him to “play it again, Alan. For old times’ sake.”

Play us a song: the piano man in his store back in 1992. It’s easy to see that not much has changed.

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Devastated loved ones: husband David Morgan and daughter Keshet with a picture of beloved wife and mother, Donné Morgan.

Plea for missing mother By Matt Dunn THE family of a missing Korumburra woman has called for help in their frantic search.

No trace of Donné Morgan, who mysteriously disappeared from her home on October 28 after an apparent suicide attempt, has been found. “We have every reason to think she won’t be found alive. We know that she took a major overdose of psychiatric medication,” husband David told The Star. “She intended to end her life. From everything she said in her ﬁnal letters to us, there’s no doubt about that. As a result, our lives have been turned upside down. “I’m convinced she must have been in a pretty bad state when she walked out the door. What’s happened after she left this house is the big question. We just don’t know.” Ms Morgan suffered from bipolar disorder and had often struggled with severe depression, particularly in recent months. The 53-year-old is thought to have taken more than 170 tablets, or three times the lethal dose, of a prescribed substance, after writing farewell letters to family members and a close friend. “Donné’s letters were totally ratio-

nal and explained why she felt she had to take the action she intended. There were other personal aspects in these letters that are private to the family,” Mr Morgan said. But the mystery remains. Where is she? Believed to be barefoot and certainly prescription drug-affected, she should not have got very far when she stumbled from her Korumburra house some time before 9.45 pm on that fateful night. Yet, there has been no sign of her. Extensive searches by the police, emergency services, the general public and her family have turned up nothing. Police ﬂoated the idea she may have phoned a friend, who picked her up and took her somewhere. But Mr Morgan maintains that “our friends are all our friends” and no one they knew could keep such a secret. Phone records have been checked but revealed nothing. Family and friends have put up posters across South Gippsland, begging for anyone who knows where she is to come forward. “The police have checked the taxi companies, they checked the bus lines. There’s been a few sightings, but they’ve turned out not to be her,” Mr Morgan said. One of the sightings led him to ex-

amine a service station’s CCTV footage, after someone reported his wife may have been captured on ﬁlm. A woman somewhat similar in appearance to his wife was on the tape, but it was not her. Mr Morgan is frank about his wife’s probable death, but his stoic demeanour masks an unfathomable grief. He needs to know where she is. Ms Morgan’s devastated daughter, Keshet, lives in Melbourne, but has been staying with Mr Morgan in Korumburra since the disappearance. The couple married 13 years ago, and came to their union with seven children between them. All are reeling in the wake of the disappearance. “Her mobile phone is here, her handbag is here, but she threw her cigarettes in the bin. She’s been a smoker since she was 12. Sometimes we’d go down the street and she’d forget her purse, but she’d have her cigarettes,” Keshet said. • Beyondblue, 1300 224 636, www. beyondblue.org.au • Lifeline, 13 11 14, www.lifeline. org.au • SANEAustralia, 1800 18 SANE, www.sane.org.au • Korumburra Police 5655 1244 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000

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A day of reminiscing By Tessa Hayward WONTHAGGI Primary School commemorated its 100th year by holding a celebration for all former and current students, teachers and parents on Saturday.

Rafﬂe prize: Isobel Benson, Joy Ryan and Eileen Elkin with the quilt the craft ladies made.

Fete time again THE staff and residents of Woorayl Lodge aged care home will hold their annual fete this Saturday, November 27. The fete has been held annually for about 30 years and residents always enjoy it. There will be a sausage sizzle, Devon-

shire tea, craft products, men’s woodwork, plants, a white elephant stall and Carol Hoober’s renowned snowballs. A rafﬂe will be drawn at the end of the day. Tickets are on sale from now until then. First prize is a wonderful quilt made by the craft ladies at the lodge. The fete will start at 9am.

Ladies stage fun THE fete held by the Wonthaggi Hospital Ladies Auxiliary went off without a hitch last Saturday. There were many different stalls featuring art and craft, plants and food. “It was a great success,” auxiliary president Margaret Hender said. Residents from Armitage House attended and enjoyed helping out. A great day was had by all.

Craft stalls: Joan Andrews, Barbara Whelan, Maureen Borgmeyer and the president of the Ladies Auxiliary, Margaret Hender.

Former students and teachers came from across the state to participate in the festivities. Principal Wes Holloway was pleased with the attendance. Former student and teacher Alistair Stirton said his children attended the school and now his grandchildren are enrolled there. Mr Stirton was a student from 1943 to 1949 and a staff member from 1967 to 1971. Two Grade 6 students, Vanessa Benetti and Joanna Gillbee, dressed up in olden day clothes to mark the occasion. The Wonthaggi Citizens Band performed a number of acts and celebrated their 100th year earlier this year. The school had set up a room of memorabilia for past students and teachers to look back on. The daughter, granddaughter and grandson of Isobel Somerset, the ﬁrst female teacher at the school, attended the celebrations and reminisced about the past. Deirdre Trapani, granddaughter of Ms Somerset said her mother, Olive Wilson, was honoured to attend the commemoration. A time capsule was opened from 100 years ago and another one was planted by current students for the next 100 years.

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Damage ‘risks lives’ By Jane Ross LIVES are at risk from roads in Bass Coast Shire badly damaged by desalination plant trafﬁc.

Councillors once again slammed VicRoads and the State Government for their inability to deal with the ongoing problem. “Very dangerous” and “utterly disgraceful” were some of the expressions used in the council chamber last week. Cr Gareth Barlow said he had seen chunks of bitumen go through somebody’s windscreen and the mayor Cr Peter Paul, witnessed a “very nearly serious incident” at Kilcunda when a truck lost two tyres on the Bass Highway. “The tyres ended up on either side of the road; the wheels missed cars, fortunately,” he said. Cr Barlow declared the Bass Highway needed upgrading before desalination construction started and the council raised the issue during the desalination plant’s environment effects statement phase. But no one took any notice. Cr Barlow accused the State Government of negligence and VicRoads of irresponsibility. “We’ve all seen pot holes with patches put down yesterday, failing today. The community is paying a heavy burden in costs,” he said. “The highway is disintegrating in front of our eyes. South Dudley Road is the same, patches disintegrate in front of our eyes; it’s a safety issue. It’s utterly disgraceful. Repairs aren’t adequate.

“We’ve been banging on this drum for months. I’m not seeing best endeavours (to ﬁx it all). It’s tragic.” Cr Veronica Dowman said the State Government continued to refuse to be proactive and massive damage was occurring. “We asked for assessments before desalination (construction). We requested upgrades prior to desalination. The government did not agree. This could have been avoided. Not enough has been done; not enough will be done,” she said. Cr Dowman said council’s then infrastructure director Steve Piasente, had written to desalination construction company Thiess Degremont in March “seeking a proactive approach”. “Council advice was ignored,” she said. There had, she added, been some improvement in recent weeks, but the whole disaster could have been avoided. Some roads have had to be returned to gravel

surfaces because the bitumen was chopped up too much. Councillors discussed the damaged roads when receiving a report on desalination road maintenance and trafﬁc management. The report said council has employed a consultant to inspect roads impacted by the project. “Council ofﬁcers have ongoing concerns regarding the time taken to repair road damage,” the report continued. “Stewart Road at Woodleigh and Turnbull Woolamai Road at Kilcunda, have both had sections of the sealed road returned to unsealed state.” There have been ongoing discussions with VicRoads and the Department of Sustainability and Environment about the state of South Dudley Road. That thoroughfare is of major concern to Cr John Duscher. He told his colleagues that and other roads that are not major arterials that

are being used by desalination trucks “are deteriorating beyond any idea you think they’d get to”. “We do have a number of really dangerous roads and community concern is getting louder,” Cr Duscher said. “Buses with young people are going over South Dudley Road and people going about their ordinary business are at risk. There is evidence of vehicle damage. “ L o c h / Wo n t h a g g i Road is nearly as bad as South Dudley Road. We have a major claim on this government.” Mr Piasente said he and his staff had been trying to work constructively with the desalination con-

tractors, but “there has been tardiness in doing repairs”. “Things have improved due to the pressure thanks to council and the community,” he said. Following a recent deputation from the council, State Roads Minister Tim Pallas, allocated $1.25 million to repair Bass Highway between Anderson and Inverloch. Regional VicRoads director Harvey Dinelli, said some of that had already been done. The remainder of asphalt patching works “will continue up until Christmas, weather permitting”. “Sealing works …… will start around February next year.”

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POLICE BRIEFS

Unruly patrons warned By Isaac McCallum

Man fell A FORTY-ONE-year-old Traralgon man suffered serious spinal injuries as a result of a cherry picker accident at Waratah Bay on Friday morning. The sub-contractor set his cherry picker up on uneven ground, and fell from the cabin as he rose to paint the second storey house. He was taken to the Alfred Hospital where he is being treated for the injury.

Laptop stolen LEONGATHA Police are on the lookout for a man who stole a Sony PlayStation 3 and

a Toshiba laptop from Retravision on Saturday morning. The man ran out of the McCartin Street store with the items at around 11am. He has a thin build with dark short hair, and was wearing a grey tracksuit top with dark pants and a cap.

Camp gear theft ABOUT $300 worth of camping gear was taken from a car parked outside Leongatha KFC on the weekend. The theft occurred between 3.30pm on Friday and the same time on Sunday. Police are after any information people may have about the incident.

TWO local pubs are facing severe action if patron behaviour does not improve substantially. Leongatha’s McCartins Hotel and the Austral Hotel in Korumburra have received written warnings from police who are fed up with trying to control unruly crowds. “On Friday, November 5 the Austral Hotel, Korumburra and McCartins Hotel, Leongatha, both received written warnings issued under the Liquor Control Reform Act,” Inspector Glen Weir, of the Bass Coast Police Service Area, said. The warning was made to the pubs themselves, but police understand that pub-goers have the ultimate decision.

“Both premises are working with police in an effort to address these issues; however, it is substantially up to patrons to ensure they behave appropriately whilst visiting any licensed premises,” Inspector Weir said. The main issues, in relation to the Austral Hotel, stem from several previous reports of unsafe patron behaviour, particularly on the balcony area. Publican Doug White admits behaviour is an issue and has increased the amount of security from two guards to three. “I used to serve, but now I ﬁnd that most of my time is spent patrolling the place making sure people are doing the right thing,” he said. “There is the potential that someone will hurl their drink off the balcony, which is why we’ve banned

drinks out on the smoking area.” McCartins Hotel owner Philip Botte agreed there are some ‘idiots’, but believes most of the poor behaviour is happening outside his venue. “It’s mainly outside the pub. We’re even getting blamed for things that are happening elsewhere,” he said. “It’s a pity that a small minority ruins it for everyone, but it’s not fair that we’re being penalised for it.” Mr Botte said if people continued to act unsociably, there would be consequences such as lockouts. He also warned that underage people would be discovered and removed from the premises. “Local police, supported by state wide resources will continue to focus on this problem,” Inspector Weir said.

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Payment plan prompts exit By Chris Brown MURRAY Goulburn lost several South Gippsland milk suppliers earlier this year due to a new payment structure.

The Star is aware of about 10 suppliers who left due to the changes. Toora dairy farmer Kevin Jones stopped supplying Murray Goulburn in July and moved to Burra Foods. He knows of seven or eight other business owners who shifted to Burra due to the new supplier payment structure at MG. “We did what we did for our own business and survival,” Mr Jones said.

He said MG did not pick up their last day of milk when they left. “They had traditional, seasonal and domestic market payment systems and the traditional farmers, which were us in South Gippsland, were going to be funding the northern farmers,” Mr Jones said. “I warned them that if one group wasn’t going to be better off, why change the current system?” While farmers could choose the payment system they were paid under, Mr Jones calved his cows to ﬁt grass growth patterns and therefore could not take advantage of domestic market payment rates without spending huge amounts of money on feed.

“All through Gippsland, unless you’re a Yanakie farmer or someone who calves very early on red country around Leongatha or in northern Victoria, you’re going to be on the domestic payment,” he said. “They believe that they needed the northern farmers to support us, but in the end they had us supporting them to stay viable. “I did my homework for three or four months and warned them it would come back and bite them very big, and it has.” Mr Jones and wife Helen were the winners of the Gippsland Dairy Business of the Year award. “There is no perfect milk company out there,” he said.

The Joneses have a six ﬁgure sum of shares in MG that they will not receive for up to ﬁve years. Burra Foods commercial manager Dale O’Neill said they had increased the number of suppliers from 75 to 140 as they expanded. Of these, about 45 per cent previously supplied Murray Goulburn, but this is to be expected, as the co-operative collects about 50 per cent of Gippsland milk. Mr O’Neill said farmers had shifted to Burra Foods for a variety of reasons, including the new payment system. Neither Murray Goulburn or Fonterra replied to questions regarding this issue in time for publication.

We know how you feel WE know what it’s like to be spied on. With that thought, members of Watershed Victoria held a rally in Wonthaggi on Friday, in sympathy with striking desalination plant workers. They stood on the corner of Bass Highway and Lower Powlett Road Wonthaggi, holding placards drawing attention to the fact that they, too, had been spied on by the desalination project. Watershed is taking that matter to court. Plant workers took strike action. At the time of going to press, the workers still had not gone back. Serena Middleton, Thiess’s desalination project manager of community and stakeholder relations, said yesterday: “Our workforce is not yet back at work,

however discussions with the unions are continuing and we hope to see a return to work soon.” They walked off the plant site on Thursday, following media revelations that construction company Thiess Degremont had hired a security ﬁrm to keep tabs on them. Thiess project manager Greg Miller and another staff member have been stood down, while the company, whose most senior executives deny any knowledge of the matter, investigates. Speaking at Friday’s rally, Watershed member Jessica Harrison said: “We offer our full support for union members who have been subjected to this appalling invasion of privacy. “Members of our group have also had their personal details passed on to AquaSure under the secret agreement between the

In support: members of Watershed Victoria rallied in support of desalination construction workers who are outraged that a security ﬁrm was hired to spy on them. State Government, the police and the (desalination) consortium. “These repeated breaches show that corporations such as AquaSure cannot be trusted with the management and supply of our water.” She added that if Thiess

Degremont senior management was really unaware of the spying on its workforce, “then we question their competence to build the desalination plant”. Watershed’s directions hearing in the Supreme Court, takes place next Monday.

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YEAR 11 students at Mary MacKillop CRC are participating in the Kickstart program to begin preparing for Year 12 in 2011. They will attend classes of their subjects for next year. Year 10 students will also participate in a week of preparation for 2011. CONGRATULATIONS to the students who celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the ﬁrst time Wednesday, November 10 at St Joseph’s Primary School, Korumburra. Congratulations also to the families of these children for preparing their children as they continue their spiritual and sacramental journey.

HAPPY birthday to Reginald Hiriart for his big day on November 15. He celebrated his 80th birthday.

CONGRATULATIONS to Simone Naismith and Justin O’Brien on their engagement on October 23. All the best for the future.

THE FIRST Base U Music Program will be presenting a music concert this Friday night. It will be held at the Uniting Church and will feature original music performances and a dance routine. It is requested that guests bring a plate. COME and support Relay for Life. Enjoy a Devonshire tea and stroll through the beautiful gardens at 14 Fosters Road, Berrys Creek at 2pm on Saturday, November 27. The cost is $6. For more information, contact 5668 8180. LEONGATHA Town and Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL cricket clubs, in conjunction with Movember Men’s Health will be hitting men’s health issues for six tonight (Tuesday). They will be playing a Twenty20 cricket match at Leongatha Secondary College’s West Campus oval. THE KORUMBURRA’S Buskers Festival will be

running all day on Saturday, November 27. The competition will ﬁnish around 3.30pm and a special act will be performing, before the ﬁnals commence. SOUTH Gippsland Schools Music Program will see 155 students, 35 staff, nine main groups and 17 tutorial groups conducting 90 rehearsals over three days. The camp is on from Tuesday, November 30 to Thursday, December 2 at Wonthaggi Secondary College. This year marks the 25th annual SGSMP Music Camp and promises to be a great showcase of musical talent from students across South Gippsland. The much anticipated camp concert will be held on the Thursday at 7.30pm in the Wonthaggi Arts Centre. THE KORUMBURRA Secondary College Big Band is participating in a community concert to be held at the Korumburra

Senior Citizens club in the afternoon of Sunday, November 28. SCHOOLIES Week has started. The ﬁrst batch of local school leavers will be now enjoying themselves in Queensland, or any other of the known tourist destinations. Hopefully they will be behaving! FOR those wishing to be in the adult choir for Leongatha’s Carols in the Drome, the ﬁrst practice is on at the Leongatha Courthouse on Wednesday, November 24 at 7.30pm. All welcome. LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre’s past and present committee held their Christmas at Moos Restaurant and Café in Meeniyan on Saturday night.

GIPPSLAND SOUTH DISTRICT Arawata Arawata Public Hall, 371 Fairbank Road Bena Bena Public Hall, 41 Main Road Berrys Creek Berrys Creek Public Hall 178 Berrys Creek Road Dumbalk Dumbalk Public Hall, Farmers Road Fish Creek Fish Creek Memorial Hall, Falls Road Foster South Gippsland Secondary College Pioneer Street Kongwak Kongwak Public Hall, Wonthaggi Road Koonwarra Koonwarra Fire Station Koonwarra - Inverloch Road Korumburra St Paul’s Anglican Parish Hall, 5 Bridge Street Leongatha Dakers Centre Corner Smith and Watt Streets Leongatha South Leongatha South and District Community Centre, 7990 Bass Highway Loch Loch Public Hall, Smith Street Mardan Mardan Public Hall, Mardan Road

Chance to win TO CELEBRATE the festive season, the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc is once again offering a Christmas promotion. Lucky shoppers in Leongatha can drop an entry form in a specially marked box at Michael’s IGA, Leongatha for their chance to be one of ﬁve winners of $500. The promotion started

Meeniyan Meeniyan Uniting Church Hall, Geale Street Mirboo North Mirboo North Town Hall, 30 Ridgway Street Mount Eccles Mount Eccles Mechanics Institute Mount Eccles Hall Road Nerrena Nerrena Public Hall, Nerrena Hall Road Nyora Nyora Primary School, Grundy Avenue Poowong Poowong Consolidated School Main Street Port Franklin Port Franklin Public Hall, Tramway Street Sandy Point T.P. Taylor Hall, Surfers Walk Tarwin Lower Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute Riverside Drive Toora Toora Community Hall, 5 Gray Street Welshpool Welshpool Fire Station South Gippsland Highway Yanakie Yanakie Public Hall 3910 Meeniyan-Promontory Road Full wheelchair access Access with assistance

Voting centres open 8am to 6pm on Saturday 27 November.

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THE Steve Sedergreen Trio was back in Foster on Sunday for Twilight Jazz at the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre.

Winning vouchers: Cheryl Boyle and Chris O’Leary of IGA with two lucky shoppers, Jake and Ashlyn Matheson.

Where to vote. Local voting centres are listed here. It is easiest to vote in your own District but if you will not be in your District to vote on election day, you can vote at any other voting centre in Victoria. There is a complete list of voting centres available at the Victorian Electoral Commission website, 131VEC.com.au Who can vote. All Australian citizens aged 18 or over living in Victoria will be able to cast a vote at a voting centre. Citizens who are not on the roll should bring a proof of identity with them. Acceptable proofs of identity are a driver licence or learner permit, a council rates notice or an electricity invoice for your home address. Remember, voting is compulsory.

Bass Bass Valley Community Centre Corner Bass Highway and School Road Cape Paterson Cape Paterson Community Hall Cape Paterson Road Corinella Corinella Public Hall, 59 Smythe Street Cowes Cowes Primary School, Settlement Road Dalyston Powlett River Primary School 82-96 Daly Street Grantville Grantville Hall, Bass Highway Inverloch Inverloch Community Hub, A’Beckett Street Kilcunda Kilcunda Community Centre 3513-3515 Bass Highway Newhaven Newhaven Community Hall 23 Cleeland Street Rhyll Rhyll Mechanics Hall, Lock Road San Remo San Remo Recreation Centre, Wynne Road Wonthaggi Wonthaggi North Primary School, White Road Wonthaggi Wonthaggi Town Hall, Baillieu Street

Making music

THERE’S only 32 days until Christmas! Santa and his elves will be working as hard as ever to make sure they are prepared for the Christmas Eve trip around the world.

Where to vote on Saturday 27 November

BASS DISTRICT

THIS rather “freaky” ﬂower was noticed on a rose bush at the Marty home in Leongatha. The Burgundy Iceberg rose bush had burgundy roses, but this ﬂower didn’t know which way to go, and is burgundy and white!

on November 11 and will close at 3pm on December 24. Winners’ names will be published in both papers, The Star and The Sentinel-Times. Michael’s IGA manager, Chris O’Leary said: “It seems to be working well. It is very popular and the customers love it.” The winning vouchers can only be redeemed at current 2010 ﬁnancial members of the chamber.

On this occasion internationally renowned trumpeter, Gil Askey, was MC and raconteur as well as contributing on vocals and trumpet. The trio of James Clark on bass, Michael Jordan on drums and Steve Sedergreen on keyboard, were joined on stage by talented young musicians including Stephen Dower on vibraphone and Josh Kelly playing saxophone. The crowd really enjoyed Caravan, with David Dower on piano and Daniel Berry on drums with regular drummer, Michael Jordan, on vocals. A musical and emotional highlight was David Dower playing piano, accompanied by saxophonist, Josh Kelly, a song called Joseph, composed by David for his late grandfather. The evening ﬁnished with a rousing rendition of When the Saints Go Marching In. There is another Sunday evening of wonderful music making this Sunday, November 28 at 8pm, when Carmel Slater presents some of the region’s most talented young performers at the Celia Rosser Gallery, Promontory Road, Fish Creek. On the bill are such talented performers as Robert Beardwood, David Dower, Josh Hooke, Josh Gardiner, Georgia KayeHelmot, Elly Poletti, Tamika Ball, Charlotte Brew, Rachel and Adrian Xu and Andrew Neilson. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 concession with proceeds from this concert going to FAMDA. Bookings are essential so contact Carmel Slater on 5662 2801, 0428 622 801 or slatercarmel@ yahoo.com.au

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 - PAGE 11

Road threat persists By Isaac McCallum THE RUBY road saga just refuses to go away. It seems that closing Ruby Road and directing trafﬁc to Ruby-Arawata Road continues to irritate residents. At last week’s South Gippsland Shire Council brieﬁng session, for-

mer mayor and Ruby resident Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks voiced his opinion. His main issues stem from recent experiences, which have seen his life endangered while turning in and out of Ruby-Arawata Road. On one occasion, Mr HutchinsonBrooks recalled looking at a car front on as it came towards him.

“I was taking a left turn out of the west arm and noticed two cars, one behind the other, coming on the right hand side of the road.” “When I completed the left hand turn I found myself face to face with an overtaking car just 100 metres ahead of me.” The moment was another straw added to the camel’s back, and the Ruby resident is just hoping he will not

see an incident. “There have been no accidents at the eastern arm (Ruby Road) because it is fundamentally safe,” he said. “There is no need for right turns out or left turns in because the western arm exists, and no trafﬁc is generated along the length of the eastern arm.” The other point that Mr Hutchinson-Brooks brought forward was the

ignorance of tourists, who may not be aware of people turning in and out of Ruby-Arawata Road when considering overtaking. “The white lines are very ambiguous. There are old and new ones so it’s hard to tell which it is. It needs to be two solid white lines,” he said. “Something needs to be done before the Christmas period.”

Leaders present election wish list

Continued from page 1. “The program is all about training people who want to become rural doctors and giving them a broader range of skills, so they can deliver babies, give anaesthetic, do surgery, deal with mental health emergencies and emergency medicine. “We particularly need these programs in South Gippsland, because we need to ensure that the doctors doing this type of work in our hospitals are able to be replaced in the future. The doctors doing this type of work are, typically, in their 50s now.” UDV president of the South Gippsland branch Max Jelbart, said farmers were looking for a more equitable rates system, with many equity-rich but cash-poor landholders arguing for a change to “the

inequity of rural rating”. “It’s partly a state government, partly a local government, partly a federal government issue. People’s rates are actually higher than what they can earn off their farms,” he said. Mr Jelbart said that although land values had risen signiﬁcantly, farmers’ incomes had not. “Coastal values have particularly gone up. They’re being hit with higher rates and they don’t have the capacity to pay them,” he said. “People are pretty upset.” Mr Jelbart added that the ambulance situation was also critical, with waiting times unacceptable, whether it be a farming accident or something else. Leongatha Chamber of Commerce president Darryl McGannon believes

of a Bass Coast Education Precinct, an “initiative that came out of the council education plan”. “Our education plan was really adopted from an economic development point of view, making sure we had a skilled workforce into the future,” he said. The precinct, which will be located in Wonthaggi, is being designed so young people are not forced to move away for study and to make sure older people

Bob Hickman: the roads campaigner with his 1962 Vespa. Standing on the verge of the South Gippsland Highway near Ruby was dangerous enough, let alone travelling on it. the party that takes government must ensure a bypass for the town. “Unfortunately this town has been crying out for a bypass for the past 30 to 40 years. We’re still sitting here and nothing’s happened,” Mr McGan-

non said. “What we need to do is support the council’s Leongatha Structure Plan, which has a heavy vehicle bypass route. The community really needs to support this option. Otherwise we’ll be dead and buried and noth-

ing will have happened.” Education may be faring better, though, with the Leongatha Education Precinct making steady, if staggered, progress. In the Bass Coast shire, council CEO Alan Bawden is positive about the future

are able to retrain. Mr Bawden said the political parties had been positive about the plan, which would involve several institutions, and involve many off-campus “elearning opportunities”. “We’ve had a bit of support from the parties. We’ve had some help in developing a precinct master plan. We’d like government support to now implement this plan,” he said.

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Green mask

E D I T O R I A L

Action needed FOR too long the people of Korumburra have endured an ugly entrance to their town. The former saleyards site has been so unloved, plants are sprouting from the concrete slabs of the yards, once an icon of the town. Yet, this large site presents an ideal opportunity for Korumburra to have a new icon. Surely Korumburra and surrounding districts could sustain an expanded industrial estate; perhaps a new manufacturing business or a collection of factories offering a diversity of services. New industry could cater for the growth the town is experiencing, creating an opportunity for people to open their own businesses and employ apprentices. The Korumburra Business Association is holding a rally at the old saleyards tomorrow at 6pm, calling for the eyesore to be addressed. At the same time, South Gippsland Shire Council is moving to rezone the site to cater for industrial use. Let’s hope the potential for an industrial park is marketed across the region and beyond, to get the best result for the community.

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I ATTENDED a “Meet the Candidates” meeting for the State electorate of Bass last Friday night in Cowes. This letter is speciﬁcally about a response I received to my question directed to the Greens candidate, Neil Rankine. Mr Rankine, in introducing himself, stated that he was passionate about the environment. This is a predictable enough statement for a member of the Greens party. In light of the announcement this week, that the Liberal party would not be directing preferences to the Greens in inner city Melbourne, perhaps part of my question to Mr Rankine is partially redundant, but nevertheless, his response says a great deal about principle versus opportunism. My question went along the lines of: “Mr Rankine, given that you have stated that you are passionate about the environment, what is your personal view about the possibility of accepting preferences from the Liberal Party in inner city Melbourne, and having a ‘split’ ticket in Bass which could mean there is a distinct possibility of preferences going to the Liberals. “As you would be aware Mr Rankine, the Liberals are in coalition with the Nationals and therefore there is a high probability that, should they win, your preferences could see cattle returned to the High Country, a dam on the Mitchell and no more marine parks.”. His response went along the lines of ‘teaching the government a lesson’, and when pushed said that ‘if cattle had to go back into the High Country for four years’, it would be worth it. Many attending could not believe what they had heard from someone so ‘committed’ to the environment, but

for me, it showed that the Greens have moved away from an environmentally oriented party to a social engineering party that masquerades behind a green facade. John Anderson. Bunyip,

Backing Greens IT WAS disappointing to read letters from Arnold Jago and Luke O’Sullivan (state director, National Party) in last week’s Star. They apparently want rural Victorians to believe the Greens will undermine our economy and way of life. The Greens, just as the Nationals do, want us to live in thriving rural communities. What does this mean? • ensuring the best farm land is protected and that farmers can continue making a decent living, so we don’t have to rely on imported food; • preserving biodiversity which includes helping farmers establish shelter belts, replanting along streams to ensure good water quality, and getting rid of feral animals and weeds; • a system of parks to support local economies, protect ﬂora and fauna, and provide places for recreation; • adequate health and education services so people don’t need to travel to the city; • frequent, reliable, economical public transport; and • marine parks to ensure there are safe places for ﬁsh to breed. Along with the vast majority of climate scientists, the Greens are desperately concerned about the looming impacts of global warming. All of us need to be informed and take action. The cost of not taking action will be much greater the longer the major parties procrastinate. Aileen Vening, Inverloch.

A game of make believe SO here we go again, another round of make believe. This never ending cycle of elections presented as a substitute for democracy. The same tired policies and the same boring faces, all dressed and photographed. What in reality are we voting for and do we really expect any sensible change? I suggest we are really voting for a new CEO for Melbourne business and little more. The regions, well, they are just a resource to be exploited. If anyone wanted proof of the social delusion, look no further than a series of developments in the countryside destined to beneﬁt the major city. The C48 regulation changes in South Gippsland, suddenly presented. This nonchalantly introduced act of power usage, at a stroke removed any planning authority the shire thought it had and casually cost many residents considerable funds. Foolish people, you thought you had rights. The stated classiﬁcation of the whole of the shire as good agricultural land, was simply a convenient nonsense. The current consideration of that excess comes too late for many. Another astonishing act was the decision to build a massive, very questionable desalination plant. I well remember the debate, with Hastings and Geelong being tossed about as suitable locations. With a slight of hand and a hey presto, it had secretly already been decided that Kilcunda would do. Why not destroy yet another of this region’s most valuable assets.

I say yet another asset because our previous “Dear Leader” Mr Kennett, sold off into perpetuity our Strzelecki forest legacy. How sad and with no controls attached. Have you visited the Grand Ridge lately? You should, to realise the super intelligence that radiates from Spring Street. This was a tourist highway of great promise. It should be noticed that the current “Dear Leader” has bluntly refused to protect the people’s interests by taking back control of the wildlife corridors, water caption areas and the natural forest cover presently exploited by Hancocks Plantation Corporation. One could recite many more examples of poor judgement but what’s the point? It is sufﬁcient to understand that truth, morality, justice and vision is evident by its absence. That Kennett administration previously mentioned would have contemptuously sent me to prison for two years on a trumped up charge. simply to stomp on objectors to his plans, when those people were sincerely ﬁghting to protect our environment. What sort of government is that? I can’t think of any reason to maintain such a charade as the states. We really must simplify our governance and bring the power back to the people at the local level. The federal arena can then implement real leadership. This is so badly needed in today’s competitive world. George Orwell stated: “In a world of deceit the truth becomes a revolutionary act”. How perceptive. I believe in the truth and perhaps we need a revolutionary act. Ron Brown, Mirboo North.

VOXPOP! VOX What would you like promised ahead of Saturday’s state election?

I’d like to see them clean up the building industry. We’ve had a battle getting our house started. We’re just trying to get a fair go. David Buissink Mirboo North

Deﬁnitely a stronger health system. Give us a go. I’m not happy with any of their plans at the moment. Vicki Whelan Fish Creek

The law and order needs to be improved. Police should have more power to stop youth violence. Graeme Stoll Tarwin

I don’t vote on what is promised, so it doesn’t make a difference what they say. I vote with who I like. Glenda Robb Leongatha

Companies pursue theatre gongs GIPPSLAND Associated Theatre nominations are out and, as usual, South Gippsland theatre companies ﬁgure prominently in the mix. Wonthaggi Theatrical Group has received no less than 13 nominations for its hit show Oliver! Wayne Maloney is nominated for most outstanding lead actor-male for his role as Fagin. Jake Kuyper is nominated for his role as Bill Sykes in the category of most outstanding support actor - male. Kirk Skinner is nominated for most outstand-

ing musical director while Anthea Donohue is nominated for most outstanding choreographer. Karen Milkins-Hendry is nominated for most outstanding director as well. Leongatha Lyric Theatre has received no fewer than eight nominations for High Society. This includes Glen Turner as Uncle Winnie for most outstanding support actor-male, and Chelsea Foon as Liz Imbrie as most outstanding support actor-female. Cheryl Connor and Greg Wright have been nominated for most outstanding musical direction. Peter McAlpine has been nominated for most

High Society: Lyric’s Chelsea Foon, as Liz Imbrie, has been nominated as most outstanding support actor female.

outstanding director. FAMDA’s hit Spelling Bee has also received a huge 13 nominations for its show. This includes Noel Stringer who played vicepresident Douglas Panch, who is contesting the category of most outstanding support actor - male. Jemima Eva is also nominated for most outstanding support actor female. Nathan Eva is nominated for most outstanding director. Lyric will host the GAT Awards presentation at a gala night at Mesley Hall on Friday, December 10 with Packed to the Rafters star Angus McLaren the guest host. Tickets to the

event are open to the public. Call Peter McAlpine for individual tickets or table bookings on 5662 4222. Full list of nominations are on page 62. Lyric meeting Leongatha Lyric Theatre held its annual general meeting last Monday night with four new committee members elected: Chris Perrett, Michael Dixon, Kerrie Giles and Raymond Dunston. Mark Eva was re-elected as president. The Geoff Perrett Rising Star award went to Michael Dixon who has been supporting Lyric behind and in front of stage; most recently as a performer in High Society.

Spelling Bee: the FAMDA show has been nominated for 13 GAT awards.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 - PAGE 13

Port money promise PORT Anthony at Barry Point, near Toora, will receive up to $2 million for stage one if the Coalition is elected on Saturday.

Nationals leader and Gippsland South MP Peter Ryan said Port Anthony offers the prospect of enormous opportunity for the South Gippsland region. “It has the capacity to open up a trading port for both the import and export of bulk goods,” he said. “It will give us another gateway into our region and will represent the only facility of its type in the eastern part of the state.” The $2 million would go towards completing existing piling, minor dredging works in front of the wharf, road works on site, and the addition of infrastructure such

as maritime fuel and water lines to the wharf and the availability of electricity cables to meet site requirements. Port owner Ancon Australia will also contribute $1 million towards the project costs. Mr Ryan said funding was conditional on the provision of permits from relevant agents. “Given that all regulatory and contractual requirements are satisﬁed, the intention is to commence work as soon as possible with the works program to be completed in some four to six months,” he said. Mr Ryan said it was a truly transformational project, which has a capacity to bring a signiﬁcant added dimension to commercial activity in Gippsland. Managing director of Ancon Australia John Anthony welcomed

the funding commitment. “Port Anthony offers enormous long term potential for a trading facility based in South Gippsland,” he said. Mr Anthony said the port would have the capacity to handle bulk commodities while also providing a facility for the refueling and servicing of vessels engaged to work in Bass Strait and the ability to support development of major industry in the Latrobe Valley.

Port Anthony support: South Gippsland Shire Council councillor Jeanette Harding, Nationals leader Peter Ryan and Ancon Australia managing director John Anthony at Port Anthony last week.

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Long Jetty’s second chance Mayor’s message By Chris Brown IT’S another election campaign and there is another promise to restore the Long Jetty from the Coalition. But again the $3 million of funding is conditional on the state Liberal and National parties securing the seats to overthrow the Labor government. In August the federal Coalition also announced $3 million to rebuild the Long Jetty, but they did not win government and therefore could not fund the restoration. Despite the conditional nature of the announcement, members of the Welshpool and District Advisory Group were mainly positive about the promise. They see it as keeping the issue in the public eye, but are still looking for real action. Gippsland South MP and Nationals leader Peter Ryan announced the funding last week and said it would come from the $1 billion regional growth fund. “The jetty was closed in 2003 and since then, the once popular (attraction) has begun to fall into severe disrepair,” Mr Ryan said. He said the Nationals

Long campaign: Welshpool and District Advisory Group president Paul Macphail at the Long Jetty at Port Welshpool. will restore the jetty to the standard required to support tourism activities and recreational ﬁshing. “This would provide local employment and help boost tourist numbers at Port Welshpool, Welshpool and towns such as Foster and Toora,” he said. Mr Ryan said the restoration would also substantially boost the plans for the proposed under water viewing platform. This underwater observatory is likely to cost another $5 million and be similar to one in Bussel-

ton, Western Australia. Advisory group president Paul Macphail said the announcement was good, but they need something concrete. “I’m just a bit over election promises. It is a step in the right direction and I have lot of respect for Peter Ryan and I think he’s done a lot of really good things in Gippsland,” he said. “We want a commitment in writing that it’s happening.” Mr Macphail said the group had been very patient and taken the right

steps by putting in a registration of interest to the State Government, which they have not heard the outcome of yet. “It’s either going to be fixed or pulled down, and I think it’s cheaper to fix,” he said. “We’re ready to act and get things moving. It’s well overdue.” Mr Macphail said it was extremely disappointing neither state nor federal Labor parties had promised to fix the Long Jetty. “It’s probably politics; they are obviously trying

to get in and nothing else really matters,” he said. Chair of the Long Jetty Steering Group, Kerry Pinzone, said the Nationals’ announcement was great. “Peter Ryan has always been a strong supporter. He’s been campaigning for five years to have it restored,” she said. Even if the Coalition fails to win office, Ms Pinzone was still positive the announcement would have some effect. “At least it’s keeping the Long Jetty issue in everybody’s face and keeping the profile of it up, which is what we want,” she said. Long Jetty supporters will campaign strongly at the Prom Coast Summer Festival in late December and early January. Naturalist Bob McDonald will talk at the boat club about what could be seen from the proposed underwater observatory. With the Long Jetty website now live, a virtual fishing competition will be launched, encouraging anglers to send in photos of fish they have caught off the jetty. The winner will be announced during the Prom Coast Summer Festival.

Cr Peter Paul

Pets on show WHAT a wonderful day we had at the Pet Expo last week. I was delighted to see so many adults, children and families caring for their pets, whether they be cat, dog, lizard, ferret, rabbit or guinea pig – it’s safe to say there are a lot of loved animals in our shire. The purpose of the expo is to encourage responsible pet ownership. There was information about how to be a responsible pet owner, discounted micro-chipping and the ever popular pet parade. There are now 54 more pets who will be able to ﬁnd their way home quickly and easily thanks to the discount microchipping. Lots of pet pride was shown in the Pet Parade, with a good crowd watching on. Council staff went above and beyond to get great prizes from local organisations and businesses for award winners in the pet parades. I’d like to thank the following businesses for their support: Pup-e-Love Pet Shop and Dog Wash, Royal Canine pet food, Panny’s Amazing World of Chocolate Newhaven, Amaze’n’Things, Banﬁeld’s Cinema, Phillip Island Ten Pin Bowling Centre, Phillip Island RSL, The Westernport Hotel, Phillip Island Helicopters and Phillip Island Tyre and Service Centre. Pets are important to families and children, but we must always be conscious of how these animals interact with the environment. A kitten that is not desexed becomes a cat which can turn into a feral cat and have a devastating effect on the natural environment. All pet owners have a role to play in ensuring their animals don’t have an adverse effect on the environment and neighbourhood. Keep your cats inside at night, make sure you clean up after your dog and make sure they don’t impact negatively on others. Pets are only wonderful if we look after them. Cr Peter Paul, Mayor Bass Coast Shire Council

Making Victoria FireReady

9 things you can do right now. 1 Many homes in high risk bushﬁre

“Without a plan, you haven’t got a hope.” – Tony, Black Saturday Survivor, Clonbinane

staff or visit www.education.vic.gov.au

areas are not built to withstand bushﬁre

6 Prepare a written Bushﬁre Survival

and survival must be your main priority.

Plan and consider the needs of the

To ﬁnd out if you can defend your house

elderly, people with special needs,

from bushﬁre, use the CFA’s online

children, pets and/or livestock.

Household Bushﬁre Self-Assessment

For a free FireReady Kit, visit the CFA

Tool. You can also book a free site

website or call 1800 240 667.

inspection at the CFA website

7 Practise your Bushﬁre Survival Plan.

or call 1800 240 667.

Doing so increases your chances of

2 Clear up around your property.

survival in ﬁre. Fires are erratic and can

Even if you plan to leave well before a

arrive at unexpected times, so make

ﬁre threatens, you may not be able to.

sure you have back-up plans and

A well-prepared building may shield you

alternative exit routes in place.

from radiant heat, which can kill.

8 Regularly monitor conditions, know

3 Find out the location of the nearest

the Fire Danger Rating in your area and

Neighbourhood Safer Place and how

keep up-to-date by tuning into ABC

to get there. The CFA website lists

Local Radio, commercial radio and Sky

Neighbourhood Safer Places.

News. Fire Danger Ratings are your

4 Pack your relocation kit. This should

trigger to act.

contain, food, water, woollen blankets,

9 To be better prepared in your

battery powered radio, mobile phone

local area, join your local Community

with charger, a ﬁrst-aid kit, medication,

Fireguard Group and attend FireReady

prescriptions, important contacts, pet

Victoria community meetings.

food and bedding and anything else you

So start preparing now. For a free

need away from home.

FireReady Kit, or for more information

5 Be aware of your children’s school

on how to prepare, act and survive, visit

Bushﬁre Survival Plan by talking to school

www.cfa.vic.gov.au or call 1800 240 667.

Victoria is one of the most ﬁre-prone areas in the world. So even though we’ve had some good rain recently, we’re still facing another highly dangerous ﬁre season. If you live in the bush, on the coast or along the urban fringe, you need to be FireReady. The more you do to plan and prepare now, the better your chances of survival will be. For more information contact: 1800 240 667 www.cfa.vic.gov.au

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 - PAGE 15

Bottles, pills and nails dumped at door

Rubbish tip in town LEONGATHA’s CBD was transformed into a rubbish tip last Thursday morning when a houseload of junk was dumped outside the Salvation Army’s Thrift Shop in Bair Street.

When volunteer Kevin Slater arrived to park at the rear of the store he was shocked to ﬁnd a houseload of goods dumped at the back door, occupying two car spaces. Volunteer Lyn Frith described it as the worst they had ever seen. “We’ve had small amounts of goods dropped off before but nothing like this,” she told The Star. “This was like, ‘Welcome to my Nightmare’ sort of stuff.” Lyn said the amount of rubbish dropped there was so great that they would have to hire a truck and personnel to come and remove it. The Salvation Army spends millions every year clearing away unwanted goods, money that could otherwise be put to a good cause like assisting homelessness in the community. “We sometimes get goods left here which are not suitable for sale and we usually have a ute and take it to the tip ourselves. But the sheer volume is such that we’ll have to pay for its removal.” Strewn amongst the rubbish were dirty mattresses, old cases, boards with nails sticking out of them, smelly fridges, suitcases of rubbish, broken book shelves, dirty couches, broken bottles, packets of pills; even a framed photograph of the 1994 Footscray Football team. Amongst one of the cases was a page out of the 1928 Warnambool Standard. Mrs Frith said that she couldn’t believe people would have thought they could use some of the stuff. “There is nothing here we will use; we’ll have to send it all to the tip.” “I think they have moved house and have come here in the middle of the night and just

dumped it all here.” The Salvation Army has reported the matter to the police in the hope they can ﬁnd the culprits. “We have found some names on envelopes and cases which we will forward to the police.” Police have since advised that they won’t be pursuing the matter further as the goods were dropped onto private property. Mrs Frith said the Salvation Army did not want any goods dumped at the back door. The rubbish was removed from the site last

Friday morning by a contractor. She suggested that anyone wishing to donate goods should call into the shop during business hours and discuss the item with one of the staff. “If we think it is saleable they can then drop the item off to us.” For clothing, toys and small items of use, the Salvation Army has three bins in Leongatha, located at the church in Anderson Street, and in Safeway and IGA carparks. Business hours at the Thrift Shop are Monday to Friday from 10am until 4pm.

Disgusting: Thrift Shop volunteers Lyn Frith and Marion Haw with some of the dumped rubbish.

Junk everywhere: this is what greeted workers at the Salvation Army Thrift Shop in Leongatha last Thursday morning.

She’s top diabetes nurse

Top nurse: Barbara McRae (centre) has been named diabetes educator of the year. With her are diabetes nurse educator Christine Brunt (left) and dietitian Nicole Kellow.

BARBARA McRae has been honoured with a prestigious award for her work with diabetics. She is one of only three people in Australia – and the only Victorian, to be named diabetes educator of the year. The inaugural awards were announced on World Diabetes Day by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Barbara has worked in diabetes education with Gippsland Southern Health Service for more than 20 years and is known for her warm professionalism and compassionate nature. It is typical of her that she would commend the other members of the health service’s diabetes team, saying the award recognises them all. The others are diabetes nurse educator Christine Brunt, dietitian

Nicole Kellow and visiting endocrinologist Dr Andrew Lang. Nominations for the award came from patients and colleagues. GSHS director of nursing Neil Langstaff, said being named diabetes educator of the year was a ﬁtting recognition of the “real difference” Barbara made to the lives of those with diabetes. Congratulating the three winners, the CEO of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Mike Wilson, said the best diabetes educators help their patients live the happiest and healthiest lives possible. “A supportive diabetes health team leads to better outcomes for children and adults with type 1 diabetes. “These awards help to recognise some of the professionals who are improving the health and wellbeing of the type 1 diabetes community.” As part of her win, Barbara will

receive $1500 to spend on resources to improve the care of diabetes patients. She said it has been her aim to make sure her patients have the same access to services as their city counterparts. Mr Langstaff said the health service is the only one in Gippsland to offer a program called dose adjustment for normal eating. It draws people from as far away as Omeo and Bairnsdale to a ﬁve-day diabetes education program for adults with type 1 diabetes. The course helps those involved learn how to calculate how much insulin they need for the food they eat. Barbara thanked her colleagues, the health service management team and her late husband Vic, for their support. Diabetes education is available at GSHS Tuesday to Friday.

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On the stage: a group of St Laurence’s students celebrate the school’s new performing arts facility.

On the stage: dressed as a surprised Alice in Wonderland and a fairy Rhapsody for book week are Jessica and Philippa (both Grade 6).

Masked entertainers: front: Aleesha (Grade 1) and Bella (Prep); back: Kohdie (Grade 1), Max (Prep) and Sullie (Grade 1) on the stairs.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 - PAGE 17

Performing arts and sport hub finished at St Laurences

Ideal for performances: practising their gymnastics on the new stage are Janie and Hayley (both Grade 6).

THE Performing Arts and Sports Facility are ready for use at St Laurence O’Toole Primary School in Leongatha. Excitement at the school has been gathering momentum for weeks, with the $2 million project ﬁnished on time and on budget. The facility will incorporate an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) hub. A hall that was completed about three years ago has been enhanced with a performing arts and sport centre, a conference area, kitchen, toilets, theatre, stage, storerooms and ticket booth. The ICT hub is next to the library and will bring the latest technology to the school. With 28 computers it will

complement the computers in each classroom, but allow a whole class to work at the same time. Principal Robyn Halliwell said it was a wonderful facility that will enhance the education they are able to offer students. “I think we’ll start to realise its potential next year,” she said. “We can’t even really foresee how great it’s going to be until we are in there. We know we’re very impressed with what we’ve got and that we’re very fortunate.” Ms Halliwell said in the past facilities did not reﬂect the quality of education offered. “The BER project to construct a Performing Arts and Sports Facility and ICT hub, together with the classroom refurbishments now reﬂect the excellence in standards

we offer,” she said. “Considine and Johnston and tradespersons have been involved in building or refurbishment projects at the school since 2005. “As a result all classrooms and the library have been refurbished and new facilities constructed. “Several years ago the school board worked hard to build the sports facility, the potential of our dreams in providing the best possible facilities for our students has been more than realised. “The facilities will be a great community asset and we already have had a number of local organisations express interest in hiring the facilities.” Continued on page 18.

In the kitchen: Sophie, Janie and Koby (all Grade 6) lean out the serving window.

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New facility complete Continued from page 17. The conference area will include a television and white boards for use by small groups of children or meetings. Parent and Friends members will be the main users of the kitchen, but students may also cook in there. Sporting activities, assemblies and functions will be held in the gym. The performing arts centre will be used for productions. New toilets mean children attending discos will not have to run to the other end of the school. The ticket booth can be used by people wanting to sell tickets or raffles at an event. The school will hold a concert in the new performing arts centre on December 1, with every class doing a different item and students will finish on December 16. Ms Halliwell said it had been a wonderful year at the school. “I think a highlight here is always the way the community really works together and how the students support each other and teachers support them,” she said. “I think next year we will start looking at the national curriculum and we’ll also be looking at the implementation of our ICT policies and teaching the children ICT skills.” The school will have seven classes again next year due to a similar number of enrolments. Italian, dance, drama, music and physical education are specialist subjects at St Laurence’s. Members of the community will be able to view the new facilities sometime next year. An official opening will also occur in the At the lectern: Kohdie (Grade 1) and Hayley (Grade 6) are ready to give a speech. new year.

Water ﬂows: Billy (Grade 1), Audrey (Grade 2) and Zalia (Prep) at the sink. Zalia’s father worked on the project.

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Trusted local builders CONSIDINE and Johnston have been involved in some big local projects in recent times. Among them were the Toora Primary School, Foster Medical Clinic, Bass Coast Dental Services in Leongatha and the Mirboo North ambulance station. This highlights the diversity of work

undertaken by Considine and Johnston who use highly skilled, local tradesmen. The $2 million St Laurence’s Primary School Performing Arts and Sports Facility and ICT hub is just the latest work by this great South Gippsland company. Considine and Johnston have been involved in building or refurbishment projects at the school since 2005.

Above: Indoor ball fun: Tahlia (Grade 2) and Sophie (Grade 6).

Top left: Thanks for the work: the project manager at St Laurence’s for Considine and Johnston was Gary Bullen. He is with school principal Robyn Halliwell.

Left: Impressive facility: back: India (Grade 6); front: John (Grade 1), Tahlia (Grade 2) and Josh (Grade 6) in front of the new Performing Arts and Sports Facility.

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Meet the candidates for the Lower House seat of Bass Gerry Lonergan

Neil Rankine

Bruce Rogers

Labor Party

Greens candidate Bass

Country Alliance

GERRY Lonergan, ALP candidate for Bass in next week’s State Election, was born in Korumburra, the son of a railway worker. He was educated at St Joseph’s Primary School in Korumburra, and after completing his secondary and tertiary education in Melbourne, returned as a teacher to Leongatha High School, then Mirboo North Secondary College. He has lived in Inverloch for the past 36 years. M r L o n e rg a n knows the region very well, and has been heavily involved in community roles for many years. These roles include president of the local branch of the Labor Party, member of the Inverloch Rotary Club and director of the Bass Coast Community Foundation. Gerry worked hard to secure government funding for the Wonthaggi State Coal Mine and served

as a marketing committee member for the Inverloch Community Bank. Gerry said district residents testify that he lives up to the core Labor value of supporting and strengthening the community. “I would be a yearround politician, not just surfacing when an election looms, and I would represent all residents, whatever their political persuasions,” Gerry said. Gerry said he will, if elected, continue to advocate strongly on behalf of the people of Bass on issues that he is passionate about such as road maintenance, efﬁcient and integrated public transport services, high quality, accessible health and emergency services, law and order, community safety, climate change management and his greatest commitment well resourced public education.

“I’M standing in Bass to strongly put local concerns to government and really make a difference. “Creating community awards for photo opportunities or getting concerned individuals to circulate petitions that disappear into parliament isn’t enough. You need a representative able to follow through and pursue the issues, working productively with all levels of government and related parties. “ Yo u need someone who understands the impacts that climate change, peak oil and other environmental issues will have, not someone who denies their existence. “In Bass, I will maintain the integrity of townships, farms and our environment and make sure that services are strengthened to meet our needs. The Greens are forward thinkers, able to see opportunities that new technology and skills

can bring. We have a proud history of coming up with good policies that the other parties eventually adopt. “Here are a few of our policies that make sense: • support farmers making it easier to continue farming, • treat drug use as a health issue to minimise harm, tough penalties for drug dealers and not legalising any drugs, • supporting the bushfires’ commission and evidencebased prescribed burning where appropriate, • identify no-take zones in new marine parks based on evidence, to allow ﬁsh to breed so that we can continue to catch ﬁsh, • negotiate a price on carbon that the experts say we need, • ensure a fair share of government funding goes to every school student, low fee paying private schools won’t be any worse off.

BRUCE Rogers is an electrician who has worked all over Australia. He is married to a nurse and has three children. He said he enjoys fishing “anywhere any time”, gardening, doing major projects on his house and playing the stock markets. He said Country Alliance has 37 candidates standing in country Victoria. “We are a strong team ready and willing to support all rural areas in Victoria with sound and workable policies.” These include opposing the sale of major assets, limiting poker machines and configuring them so they won’t take $50 notes, decentralising some state and federal government departments such as primary industries, infrastructure and sustainability and environment and supporting recreational fishing, hunting, shooting and

four wheel drive use. Because of its importance, agriculture should be separated from the Department of Primary Industries, into a department of its own. The party opposes the creation of new national parks but supports the expansion of renewable energy. Members believe VCAT is undermining local government. The party supports the retention of medical specialist services in the country and the attraction of doctors and nurses to regional areas. It also defends the right of all Victorians to fair entitlements to water and believes limited logging of water catchments is necessary. Country Alliance supports any initiative that will have a positive impact on access to education for rural students and states that food handling laws should only apply to commercial vendors.

Ken Smith Liberal Party Bass “IT has been my honour to represent the people in the Bass electorate for the past eight years and I am looking forward to continuing to do so in government for another four. “It is a big job representing such a diverse electorate. Covering an area of almost 1800 square kilometres it includes the rapidly growing Cardinia Shire in the north and the coastal and rural towns of Bass Shire in the south. “ I n the south, health services, roads and public housing are the major issues. We must demand the public release of the South Gippsland Health Review so that decisions can be made. Upgrading Wonthaggi Hospital to sub-regional and establishing a 24-hour medical clinic on Phillip Island are vital to serving the needs of the community. “The Bass Highway duplication is still dragging along; roads

decimated by heavy vehicles lumbering to and from the desalination plant must be repaired; and Phillip Island Tourist Road must be upgraded. “We must ﬁght moves to turn Wonthaggi into the alternate energy capital of Victoria and stop the installation of wind turbines close to homes. We must also closely monitor the effects of the desalination plant on our environment. “As a member of parliament for 22 years, I believe I still have a lot to offer. With my experience and networks, I know who to speak to and where to go to get things done. Whether it is representing or helping a constituent on a personal matter, or ﬁghting for major funding, my staff and I are listening and here to help. “We still have a lot to do, and I am ready, willing and able to do it.”

Meet the candidates for the Lower House seat of Gippsland South John Hirt

Kate Jackson

Peter Ryan

Steve Boyce

Country Alliance, Gippsland South

Greens Candidate for Gippsland South

Nationals Leader

Labor Party

JOHN Hirt is a long time resident of Yarram. He has spent most of his life living and working in Gippsland. A building surveyor by profession, now semi-retired, he has worked in local government for over 40 years, the last 15 in management roles. He has been, and remains, involved in a number of community, professional and recreational organisations including: Vi c t o r i a n Division, Australian Airports Association; Yarram and District Health Service; Woodside Beach Surf Life Saving Club – Life Member; Sale Field and Game Association, 25 years, currently vice president. John is married to Eva with a son Webley, both of whom are school teachers. Concern that the values, lifestyle and social and economic wellbeing of country people is being dra-

matically and increasingly eroded by the misrepresentative political policies of the Greens, has motivated him to stand for election as a Country Alliance candidate. He strongly believes that responsible and sustainable farming, ﬁshing, forestry and tourism associated with recreational activities are all crucial to country people and their communities. Retention and improvement of transport infrastructure, including aviation infrastructure and other services, notably health and education and child care, are vital to the ongoing viability of rural communities. In particular, attracting and retaining doctors and other skilled health professionals to country areas is a major challenge to ensure the sustainability of communities within South Gippsland.

KATE Jackson is a teacher, community worker and long-time member of the Greens who believes it is important to stand up for what is right, even though not always easy. “Our environment is changing, and we need to adapt rather than avoid” she advocates, stressing the need for change in our energy usage. As a member of Transition Town M i r b o o North, Kate believes change must be a gradual process of transition that helps people change to more sustainable ways of living. She feels there is so much potential for new industries and employment in the renewable energy sector. “There is a local project to manufacture solar hot water systems which would create new jobs in some of our smaller rural towns” she said, “but none of the other political parties are supporting this brilliant and innovative

project”. Kate is committed to issues concerning South Gippsland. In particular: securing water supplies through better capture and treatment of rainwater and improved water efﬁciency, protecting of remnant and old-growth forests and maintaining habitat for endangered species and land, retention of our prime agricultural land, supporting farmers, Landcare and caring for the country. She is also committed to issues about the need for future planning regarding coastal inundation, drought and ﬁre management; improved transport services, including the return of the South Gippsland railway. Ms Jackson focuses on preventative health and early intervention mental health services and education, for two years of publicly-funded kindergarten and more support of public schools.

“I’VE travelled to almost every corner of our great state during my parliamentary career, but none is as breathtaking as Gippsland. “It’s not just the landscape - although it is unrivalled - which makes towns like Leongatha so remarkable. It’s also the people who make this community a fantastic place in which to live. “But after 11 years of Labor, local families are under pressure. Electricity bills have increased by 98 per cent, gas by 87 per cent, property rates by 116 per cent while the price of water is set to double. “If we are elected on Saturday, we will deploy an additional 46 ambulance staff to Gippsland. “I am also committed to ﬁghting for a fair share for our region’s roads and infrastructure. “In government, the Coalition will spend $3 million to upgrade

and reopen Port Welshpool’s iconic Long Jetty and a further $2m to enable the completion of Stage 1 of Port Anthony at Barry Point which will open up our region and represent the only facility of its type in the eastern part of the state. “Mirboo North Secondary College will receive $6m to upgrade facilities. “We will also invest $1.3m to improve the safety on the Strzelecki Hwy by building a passing lane between Leongatha and Mirboo North and provide South Gippsland Shire – along with 39 other rural councils – with an additional $4m to improve roads and bridges. “As Shadow Minister for Regional and Rural Development, I have a plan for a $1 billion Regional Growth Fund which will supplement existing government expenditure and fund local projects.”

The Star contacted the Labor candidate for Gippsland South, Steve Boyce a number of times, but his ofﬁce failed to submit his candidate’s statement in time for today’s paper.

Dunn slams dirty deal GREENS’ upper house candidate Samantha Dunn is furious at the Labor Party’s preference deal with Country Alliance. She has described the Country Alliance party as “extremist” and the deal with the ALP as “sneaky”. Ms Dunn, who is pitching for an Eastern Region Victoria seat, said the deal could see Country Alliance elected “through Labor preferences”. There are two Country Alliance candidates among the 21 people standing for the ﬁve Eastern Region seats. Ms Dunn said the deal smacked of that done with Family First’s Steve Fielding “that shocked and outraged so many voters”. Mr Fielding was elected to the Senate in 2004 on preference rather than primary votes. Ms Dunn declared a vote for the ALP in the upper house “is likely to lead to the election of the shooters’ and hunters’ party”. “Country Alliance’s vision is clear – they want less investment in renewable energy …… they oppose the creation of any more national parks. “Our community needs progressive, common sense politics, not out dated, backwards thinking, extremist policy.”

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Christmas lunch at Meeniyan YOU don’t have to be on your own on Christmas Day.

A group of people in the South Gippsland community put on a splendid lunch in the Meeniyan Uniting Church and anyone is welcome. Bookings are essential. Transport can be arranged too. The lunch is the idea of the Meeniyan and Mirboo North Uniting Church and the event has been held every year since 2004. Last year, there were 50 people, including those who volunteer their time to serve a full Christmas meal with all the trimmings. “There’s always plenty of Christmas pudding!” declared Bill Comans, who is one of the organisers. Fresh seasonal fruit such as cherries, apricots and peaches are on offer too. Bill, who lives in Fish Creek, said the aim is to have an informal fun family day. “We sing Christmas carols, there’s some excellent entertainment and good fellowship,” he said. All food and drink is donated by local churches and a couple of “special supporters”. Volunteers prepare the food in the kitchen of the Meeniyan Uniting Church Hall on Christmas morning. Bill said many people in the community are without family on Christmas Day, for a wide variety of reasons. One of the helpers is Dilene Hinton of Leongatha, who describes the lunch as a “heart felt occasion”. She sees Christmas as a special time of goodwill, which calls on us to consider others. “All through my year, my family gets the best of what I can give them, so my gift to myself each Christmas will be one of good will.” Ring Bill on 5683 2482 or Mary Crosthwaite on 5664 7228.

Congratulations: Bass Coast mayor Cr Peter Paul, waste ofﬁcer Freya Sibly and science teacher Michelle Lacanaria with students at Wonthaggi North Primary School. The school won a recycling competition.

Recycling win STUDENTS from Wonthaggi North Primary School won the Bass Coast National Recycling Week collage competition. Mayor Cr Peter Paul and waste ofﬁcer Freya Sibly, presented the school with an $800 cheque. San Remo Primary came second with $500 and St Joseph’s Wonthaggi

Service award for Darcy Goodwill: Dilene Hinton believes Christmas is about goodwill. That’s why she’s involved in organising a community lunch at Meeniyan.

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CAPE Paterson Surf Life Saving Club member Darcy Manks, has won this month’s Bass Electorate Community Service Award. He was nominated by club captain Jess Bowman. The awards are presented by the Member for Bass Ken Smith. The club president said Darcy has been involved in all aspects of the club and is captain of the inshore rescue boats. He is also a patrol captain, overseeing the

Commitment: Darcy Manks has been recognised for his role with the Cape Paterson Surf Life Saving Club. management of the beach patrol and a bronze medal instructor.

“Darcy has been an absolute asset for our club, a young, motivated person with a great deal of common sense and responsibility.” Mr Smith said Darcy had given around 700 hours of his time patrolling Cape Paterson’s surf beach. “For a young man who lives an hour away and is studying hard to become a nurse and paramedic, this commitment is outstanding.” The Cape Paterson Surf Life Saving Club has 200 active members.

Tribute to Bert BASS Coast mayor Cr Peter Paul, paid tribute to Bert van Bedaf during last week’s council meeting. Speaking at the start of the meeting’s acknowledgement segment, Cr Paul said: “Bert van Bedaf passed away on November 3, after a long battle with cancer. “Bert had been a long serving journalist with The Star newspaper and at various times covered Bass Coast Shire Council meetings. “He also regularly reported on community and civic events across our shire and had an eye for a good news photograph. “A journalist by profession, his great passion was creative writing. He was a

proliﬁc author of short stories and poetry and has run workshops on creative writing. “Although Bert was unable to work as a journalist for much of his illness, his interest in creative writing was not dampened. During this time, he wrote a novel Ghosts and Angels, which was launched at the recent Writers’ Festival at Coal Creek. “Despite his illness, Bert gave a talk at the festival.” Before the council meeting, Cr John Duscher told The Star that Bert posed his reporter’s questions in a respectful manner and was always courteous and polite.

Plea for “fair go” MICHAEL Baker said he has worked hard for his piece of paradise at Krowera and he doesn’t think he’s being given a fair go. Michael owns a motor bike and he likes to ride it on his property. So much so, he has carved a bit of a beaten track because when he rides, he takes the same path. But there has been a complaint and the matter has ended up before Bass Coast Council. He came to last week’s meeting and, during public question time, asked CEO Allan Bawden why he couldn’t ride his bike on his own property.

“I’m aware of the guidelines regarding noise and my neighbours don’t have concerns because I’ve spoken to them.” Mr Baker said he works off the property and is gone for 12 hours a day. Mr Bawden told him the matter was being investigated by council ofﬁcers who will report to the December meeting. Depending on what that ﬁnds, he told Mr Baker he might have to have a local laws permit or indeed, a planning permit. Mr Baker’s case was supported by a petition signed by 13 people, who believe he should be allowed to ride his bike on his property. Council’s local laws state that petitions “lie on the table” until the next meeting.

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Dedicated to health - we care for you Gippsland Southern Health Service (GSHS) is the major public healthcare provider in the South Gippsland Shire. The health service has a number of sites across the Shire including the Korumburra Hospital, Leongatha Memorial Hospital, Alchera House and Hillside Lodge in Korumburra and Koorooman House in Leongatha. Your children may have been born at one of the hospitals or you may have a friend or family member living in a residential care hostel. You may have visited one of the community health centres in Korumburra, Mirboo North or Tarwin Lower and met with one of our community health nurses or allied

Annual Quality of Care Report 2009/10 Each year GSHS releases a Quality of Care Report which outlines the work we do in caring for the health needs of our community. The report is prepared in accordance with guidelines provided by the Department of Health. It holds the health service to account and outlines how we monitor and seek to improve the quality and safety of our care.

Making our services accessible to everyone GSHS is required to report on how we make sure that the health services it offers are accessible to all members of our diverse community. Feedback about all the services and care GSHS provides is vital and helps us continue to meet the needs of the community. Everyone admitted to a service at GSHS is given a “Rights and Responsibilities” form as well as a “Compliments, Comments and Complaints” form. Feedback is always welcome so that issues can be identified and improvements can be made. All feedback is acknowledged within 24 hours during the working week and all issues are dealt with as a priority. To improve the physical access to GSHS facilities, all new buildings at GSHS have signs that comply with the Universal Graphic Signage and meet the Building Code of Australia Accessibility requirements.

health practitioners. At some point in time, each one of us is likely to access the broad range of acute, residential and community services on offer at GSHS.

coordination. Other community services include some outpatient programs such as cardiac rehabilitation, physiotherapy, podiatry, audiology and speech pathology.

What services are available?

How can I access the services?

The acute services on offer at GSHS range from chemotherapy, emergency care, dermatology, general surgery, geriatric evaluation and management, obstetrics and midwifery, paediatrics to palliative care.

Many of the community services can be accessed through self referral by contacting the reception staff on 5667 5555. However you will need a referral from your local GP to access the specialist services provided by GSHS.

Want to know more? Community services range from audiology, alcohol and drug counseling, district nursing, planned activity groups, allied health services and health promotion programs, respite care, social work and volunteer

For further information on the full range of services provided by Gippsland Southern Health Service and how to access them, please visit the website at www.gshs.com.au or contact the reception staff on 5667 5555.

Quality and safety

Caring for the community

We are also required to report to the community on the quality and safety of the services we provide via the Quality of Care Report. This involves reporting on the management of medication, infection rates, pressure ulcers and falls. GSHS is accredited by the Australian Council of Health Care Standards (ACHS) and every four years, undergoes a comprehensive assessment process.

Contrary to the traditional view that health services are about "making people well', we are also concerned about preventing disease and promoting health. Health promotion enables people to improve the control they have over their own health.

Due to the age and condition of the buildings at the Leongatha Hospital, GSHS received Conditional Accreditation for a period of twelve months in 2009 and was required to address a number of recommendations made by the surveyors. Throughout the past year we have been working hard to address the concerns of the surveyors. The State Government funding of $20 million announced in the May 2010 Budget towards the redevelopment of the Leongatha Hospital reassured the surveyors and in September 2010, GSHS received full Accreditation. The assessment of risk is a key part of providing quality health care and it is important that health services manage this risk. Risk management is about determining what the risks are and then taking steps to eliminate or reduce them. GSHS has a well-established process of recording, investigating and minimising risks. Three areas of clinical risk highlighted in the Quality of Care Report include medication management, falls prevention and monitoring and infection prevention and control.

Over the past year, GSHS has undertaken a number of new health promotion programs and initiatives, including establishing four community kitchens one each in Korumburra and Mirboo North and two in Leongatha), completing the Milpara Men's Shed in Korumburra and assisting Leongatha Healthcare to develop a young person specific health clinic. GSHS is supported in its work by over 100 registered volunteers who generated over 7,200 hours of supportive care during 2009 alone. Our volunteers work in aged care, chemotherapy, palliative care, planned activity and community programs and provide assistance in the Tarwin Lower Community Health Centre.

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Major achievements for 2009-2010

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$20 million State Government funding towards the Leongatha Hospital redevelopment. Biannual Health Careers Expo attended by over 200 local students. Remained accredited with the Australian Council on Health Care Standards. GSHS has been continuously accredited since the mid 1970s. Scored 18.45 points out of 20 in the Home and Community Care (HACC) standards accreditation survey. Ten years of providing chemotherapy services at Leongatha Hospital. $700,000 Federal Government grant for the development of inter-professional undergraduate medical training in collaboration with Monash University, Bass Coast Regional Health and South Gippsland Hospital. Implemented the full range of environmental initiatives incorporated in the design of Koorooman House. Two million litres of water saved through the use of rainwater throughout Koorooman House and the use of grey water in the Leongatha Hospital. Secured South Gippsland Shire Council approval to create an overlay to the township of Leongatha that guarantees a permanent flight path for emergency helicopter transport. Ongoing commitment to the training of health professionals in rural health by providing student placements at GSHS.

Redevelopment of the Leongatha Memorial Hospital The most significant achievement of the past year was securing capital funding of $20 million from the State Government towards the redevelopment of the Leongatha Memorial Hospital. The health service will contribute in excess of $10 million towards the redevelopment which will result in a facility that will serve the community's needs for many years to come. Building works are expected to commence in the second half of 2011 and to be completed by the end of 2013. We appreciate that there may be some inconvenience caused as a result of the building works and the aim is to minimize any disruption to the quality of care we provide our residents and patients. The range of acute and community services and outpatient care will stay the same. However due to the improved medical facilities at the new hospital, it is expected that we will attract more specialists and nursing staff which will allow a greater number of people to access the acute and community services.

The new hospital will provide: 25 multiday acute beds (including maternity) Ten same day acute beds Two beds for palliative care An urgent care service Delivery suite Operating theatre and procedure room Medical imaging Pathology Central sterile supply department.

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The redevelopment will also include facilities for community health care, education, administration and support services (kitchen, laundry, staff cafeteria and stores). The Board and CEO are currently working with the Department of Health to finalise the detailed plans for the new facility.

Keeping you informed This is an exciting time for Gippsland Southern Health Service and the local community. Over the next few years as we watch the redevelopment take place, we can look forward to the day when the community has a brand new health care facility at Leongatha to match the facility provided at

Korumburra. During this time the GSHS Board and Executive will also be working hard to attract additional funding to increase the range of health services we are able to provide. The long-term aim is to colocate the local ambulance service and the local medical clinics at Leongatha as well as provide health education facilities at Leongatha in association with Monash Gippsland. We will keep you informed of any developments over the coming months via the local papers and on our website at www.gshs.com.au. If you would like more detailed information on any of these topics, contact our administration staff and ask for a copy of the 2009-2010 Quality of Care Report to be sent to you. Feedback on the report is also welcome - there is a form in the back of the report which can be returned via Reply Paid mail or placed in a box in the foyer of all GSHS facilities.

Gippsland Southern Health Service Private Bag 13, Leongatha Vic 3953 Ph: 03 5667 5555

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Tidal River holiday bus service returns

Price reductions: Kim Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor and Phil Conergan with the crates of tiles for sale.

AFTER its successful 2008 trial, the Tidal River holiday bus service will return from December 18 to January 29 to accommodate the needs of both locals and tourists in the Corner Inlet area.

Massive tile savings

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve listened to community feedback and have expanded the service to two return trips per day on Mondays and Wednesdays, plus one return trip on Saturdays,â&#x20AC;? explained South Gippsland Transport Connections Co-ordinator, Fred Boreham. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As well, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pleased to be able to reduce the fares by 20 per cent which will make the service more affordable.â&#x20AC;? The service will connect Foster, Fish Creek and Yanakie to Wilson Promontory National Park, and will link with the V/ Line coach at Foster and Fish Creek for

Yarram travellers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a cheap no fuss way to spend a day at the beach or to go for a hike in this stunning location,â&#x20AC;? Fred enthused. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As well, Prom campers will be able to travel out to Fish Creek and Foster to stock up on supplies, enjoy a nice coffee and cake, and browse the many fascinating little shops that include local arts, crafts and curios.â&#x20AC;? This holiday bus service will complement the regular Friday/Sunday V/Line link service into Tidal River. The full timetable and fares can be accessed on www.southgippsland.vic.gov. au or by contacting Moons Bus Lines on 5687 1249 or 0428 672 833. This service is an initiative of South Gippsland Transport Connections, and is funded by the Victorian Government. Enquiries: 5662 9324.

NATIONAL Tiles in Wonthaggi are holding a car park sale on November 26, 27 and 28.

Big variety: Kim Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor and Phil Conergan with some of the cheap tiles.

For three days only, this Friday to Sunday, they will be cutting the prices on wall and ďŹ&#x201A;oor tiles by up to 60 per cent. National Tiles holds many car park sales across Australia all year round. The Wonthaggi location limits sales to two or three a year. There will be about 50 to 60 palettes of tiles placed in the car park for sale and the stock tiles in the showroom will also be reduced to clear. Kim Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor of National Tiles Wonthaggi said he brought stock in for the sale as well as selling the discontinued and excess stock. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a really good opportunity to purchase quality tiles at fantastic prices,â&#x20AC;? he said. Mr Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor is hoping the car park sale will be a very big event as there are genuine savings on overstocked items. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you are considering renovating the old bathroom or kitchen or if you are building a new home in the future, come and save some money,â&#x20AC;? he said. For more details of the sale see page 28 of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Star.

Society meeting: pictured are Leongatha and District Historical Society member, Margaret Stokes, left, with book illustrator, Marion Wilcocks, admiring the original watercolour featured on the cover of Lennieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ride.

Fascinating journey By Tessa Hayward MARION Wilcocks, a UK artist, has recently illustrated her sisterin-law, Mary Smallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, latest childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book, Lennieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ride. When Ms Small invited her to illustrate her latest childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book, Ms Wilcocks said yes without hesitation, despite not having worked on a book before. Ms Wilcocks gave a small presentation to an adult audience on Wednesday, November 10 and a group of Leongatha school children on Thursday, November 11. She took the audience on a fascinating journey to describe how she found reference material and developed her watercolours in conjunction with Ms Small. The book is the story of Lennie Gwyther who rode his horse, Ginger Mick, from Leongatha to the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932; he was just nine years old. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have done it without the in-

ternet, at least not in the time available to me,â&#x20AC;? Ms Wilcocks said. She had to research what a Sydney tram would have looked like nearly 80 years ago, how a frightened horse and its courageous young rider might react to an Australian bushďŹ re and what a New South Wales policeman would have worn. When researching the police uniform, Ms Wilcocks received an interesting question from the search engine: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do you want to date an Australian policeman?â&#x20AC;? Ms Wilcocks said it was a long process of rough sketching, photographing the watercolours in natural light to reproduce their natural colours and emailing them back and forth with Ms Small. The words and pictures ďŹ nally came together to make this delightful book. Ms Wilcocks was thrilled to hear a ďŹ rsthand account from a 91-year-old Leongatha resident of the day Lennie left from Michael Place. She was also lucky enough to be invited to visit the Gwyther farm, and she said that was when Lennie became real for her.

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Community Foundation supports 11 new projects ELEVEN new community projects valued at more than $44,000 will soon be up and running, thanks to the support of the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation.

The foundation announced the successful applicants to its inaugural grants round at an awards ceremony on Monday night, November 22 at Mirboo North’s Walter J Tuck Recreation Reserve. Foundation Chairman, Norman Walker, said that he and his colleagues were delighted that the grants applications for this ﬁrst funding round were all of a high standard. Successful applicants will receive the amount they requested, and include: • $2476 to the Mirboo North Community Shed Co-op, to purchase woodworking equipment and a

bench for the Men’s Shed, which plays an important role in strengthening the community • $1567 to the Mirboo Recreation Reserve for the construction of safety fences – one as a weather shelter and barrier to the river, and one as a barrier for the flag pole • $4120 to Dumbalk and District Progress Association for the purchase and installation of a community notice board – a much needed resource for the local community • $5000 to the Mirboo North Newspaper Co-operative to purchase new computers for Mirboo North’s highly valued community newspaper. • $5000 to Mirboo North’s Secondary College for its Year 8 ‘Get Real’ personal development program for students, that will have flow-on benefits across the school and broader community • A further $5000 for

Mirboo North’s Secondary College to enable Year 9 students to participate in the ‘Break Out’ (Duke of Edinburgh Awards) program • $5000 to Mirboo North RSL, (auspiced by Mirboo Country Development Inc) for restoring, framing and building displays of RSL memorabilia to showcase the history of the service of local men and women • $5000 to the Mirboo North Arty Gras Festival and Art Show (auspiced by Mirboo Country Development Inc) to enable this important event to develop and implement a joint media and publicity campaign to attract more visitors • $5000 to Mirboo Country Development Inc for the professional development – with strong community engagement – of a distinct brand image for Mirboo North • $4000 to Mirboo North Pony Club for construction of a mounting area and ramp for riders with a

disability, and safety and accessibility signage • $2000 to St Mary’s Anglican Church, for the development of plans to replace the old, user-unfriendly toilet block. Mr Walker said that Mirboo North and its surrounding district was the envy of communities across Australia because of its $5 million legacy from the sale of the old Bush Nursing Hospital and Aged Care Facility. “It’s an immense privilege for us to be in a position to support the community in this way, and reinvest the legacy of former generations. “We are conﬁdent that the projects we are supporting tonight will make a signiﬁcant and meaningful difference to the lives of many people in our community, and we are looking forward to many occasions such as this, when we can give back to the local communities in which we live”, he said.

Milpara Community House News Responsible Service of Alcohol, Food Safety Level 1 and 2 courses will be held on Friday December 3. Milpara is offering a discount to school leavers who enrol in both RSA and Food Safety Level 1. Bookings are essential - for further information please contact Milpara on 5655 2524. **** For the Blokes meets on Friday mornings at Milpara Community House, 21 Shellcott’s Road, Korumburra from 10am to 12 noon until December 10. This is a friendly discussion group and gives men the opportunity to discuss issues that are relevant to them. For further information contact

Colin on 5655 2510 or leave a message on 0428 520 034. **** A second set of First Aid Courses, including Apply First Aid, CPR and Administration of Adrenaline for Anaphylaxis, on Sunday December 5 and 12. If you are interested please contact Milpara. **** CD and DVD Burning course on Tuesday December 14 from 1pm to 4pm. Learn how to write to a CD or DVD to back up ﬁles, copy information and photos etc. Bookings essential. ****

The next Well Women’s Clinic with Evie Harle (GSHS) will be held on Wednesday December 8. This clinic provides Pap Smears, blood pressure checks and women’s health information. Please call 5655 2524 for bookings. **** We require volunteers to facilitate our playgroup; a gardener to assist with maintaining our garden beds; and more computer volunteers to help seniors learn how to access the internet. If you are interested in any of these positions please contact Sandra or Belinda.

Snow weekend: Annie, Paul, Bailey, Pierre and Josie igloo building at Mt St Gwinear. • SOUTH GIPPSLAND WALKING AND ADVENTURE CLUB

Annual igloo building weekend THE annual igloo building weekend at Mt St Gwinear was a great success, with an abundance of snow. The igloo was completed in good time and all ﬁve members were able to spend a dry night in it. It was quite a talking point whilst being built and again the next morning with the passers-by. Day walks continue, with Tuesday mornings and weekend walks. These are mostly in the local area, whilst base camps venture further aﬁeld. Late November a base camp will be held past Licola with the combined Gippsland walking clubs. This is a great opportunity for friendship and fun as well as the offer of interesting and graded walks on both days. There are a number of cycles on the current program. A large group cycled the Murray to Mountains rail trail in the Myrtleford / Bright area recently. A cycle from Meeniyan to Fish Creek for

Festival fun nears THE Prom Coast Summer Festival is quickly approaching.

Please give: Bass Coast mayor Cr Peter Paul, is calling for Christmas gifts for people in need.

Call for gifts BASS Coast mayor Cr Peter Paul, is calling on the community to once again support Christmas giving trees. The trees will be at council customer service centres until December 14. All gifts left under the trees will be distributed by The Combined Welfare Group, to families in need. Last year, the group distributed more than 165 hampers and presents. Cr Paul said, “Please drop your new, unwrapped presents under the tree at Wonthaggi, Grantville or Cowes. “I’d like to stress that this isn’t a call for secondhand goods. The gifts left under the tree need to be new presents. “I encourage people to give generously and help make Christmas a special day for everyone in Bass Coast.”

The festival centres around the towns of Port Welshpool, Welshpool, Toora and Mt Best, and goes from December 29, 2010 to January 2, 2011. Activities already scheduled for the ﬁve day celebration include sand sculpting, touch tank display and a try ﬁshing event for the kids at Port Welshpool. The Pier Port Hotel will hold seafood cooking demonstrations. Colourful resident John Woolley will tell salty stories at the terminal. John has worked on boats for years and collected many great anecdotes. At Welshpool see the fabulous Black Light Puppets and watch kelpie dogs in action at the Beloka dog trials. Hop in the car and enjoy a self drive tour of the Strzeleckis from Toora to Mt Best. Events at Toora will have a family history focus and there will be a pear orchard walk as well.

Meals roster (Leongatha) St Laurence Primary School, Leongatha Primary School and South Coast Christian College will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning November 29, 2010.

A timetable of events will be available closer to the festival. At the opening night event on December 29, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent will officially open the festival. The guest speaker will be Don Love talking about shipwrecks of the Gippsland coast. Don is an East Gippsland diver, author and prolific speaker. Harpist Barbara Jeffries will again provide beautiful music on the night. In an encouraging example of community ingenuity the Welshpool opportunity shop has sponsored the Black Light Puppets to attend the festival. The money raised at that event will go to the Port Welshpool Bowls Club. The State Government Department of Planning and Community Development has provided a grant for Jeannie Causon to coordinate the festival. She will be organising first aid and food handling courses for volunteers who want to be part of the festival.

dinner with return by moonlight is planned for January. Later, riders will cycle from Koonwarra to Walkerville to camp overnight and return the following day. Meals will be provided and camping gear transported. With the warmer weather in sight, the canoeists are making plans

for paddles locally and in rivers and lakes further away. The club meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at the Leongatha Community House at 8pm. New members are most welcome. President Ros can be contacted on 5664 2358.

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THIS home is in the second estate and for sale through Alex Scott & Staff, Venus Bay. Read about it on page 30.

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Maintained to impress T

HIS immaculate Leongatha property is a credit to the owners who have invested time and energy making sure it looks as good as new. It is in a private location while still being close to schools and the centre of town. The brick veneer home, with tiled roof, is quite large and spacious, with four bedrooms. There are dual living areas. On entering the home you will ﬁnd a formal L shaped lounge to the right with a reverse cycle air conditioner and gas heater. The kitchen, with electric oven and hot plate and

dishwasher, is next to a family/meals area. The master bedroom, at the rear of the home, has a wall of windows looking out on to the private backyard. It also features a full en suite, large walk-in robe and reverse cycle air conditioner. The other three bedrooms have built-in robes. Outside there is an undercover entertainment area and workshop. The rear yard is secure for the family dog. A double carport provides sheltered direct access to the house and rear yard. The grounds feature retaining walls and manicured gardens.

At a glance Location: 7 Noel Court, Leongatha. Price: $369,000. Sole agent: SEJ, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 4033, Lyle Miller 0408 515 665 or Barry Redmond 0418 515 666.

Good location; great value S

ITUATED on the second Venus Bay estate this large 4/5 bedroom home is the bargain of the area. The property boasts two bedrooms and a bathroom/ toilet downstairs, with another three bedrooms, bathroom and toilet upstairs. The generous open plan lounge/kitchen opens on to a covered balcony area. Floating ﬂoors, air conditioning and electric heating are all features of this home. The house sits on a huge double block, which is fully fenced. It is just a short walk to Anderson Inlet and the ﬁshing jetty. This home is well worth your time for an inspection.

At a glance Location: 13-15 Outlook Drive,Venus Bay. Price: $295,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff,Venus Bay. Contact: Robb Lawrie

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Best of both worlds F

RAMED by a classic post and rail fence, this four bedroom solid brick home oozes all the charm of a country homestead, but with all the convenience of town living. Sitting on about 1.3

acres, and only a 700 metre walk to the Leongatha CBD, the park-like setting of mature gum trees and manicured lawns will certainly impress. From the sweeping driveway, this homestead, with a classic full length bull-nose verandah, and timber windows creates a feeling

At a glance Location: 57 Brown Street, Leongatha. Price: $660,000. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 0922.

of digniﬁed opulence. Step through the timber front door to the slate tiled entrance where solid brick walls and soaring vaulted pine lined cathedral ceilings through the two separate living areas and master bedroom create the warmth of character that only stone and wood can give. A formal lounge/ dining room includes a built-in bar with sink, sliding timber door to outside, split system and a built-in Coonara wood heater surrounded by a brick chimney and timber mantle. The solid black granite bench-top and splashback is a feature of the kitchen/ family area, and cooking is a breeze with the stainless wall oven, electric hotplates, stainless double drawer dishwasher and a big corner walk-in pantry. Located at one end of the house is the master bedroom complete with en suite and walk-in robe, while three bedrooms at the other end complete the family picture. This exceptional property offers so much more, including a paved outdoor entertaining area offset with a glass roofed atrium, built-in barbecue,

and a separate home ofﬁce or bungalow attached to the double carport. A huge 9m x18m high clearance Colorbond shed, and a concrete basketball key practice court add the ﬁnishing touches. This truly is country living at its best. Make an appointment now to inspect this blue ribbon property.

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Super Couper L

OOKING for a home within walking distance of schools, shops and the swimming pool... with the added bonus of Baromi Park at your front door? As well as “position perfection,” this three bedroom home (or two plus office plus bungalow) also features a practical floor plan. The open-plan kitchen, dining and family room forms the hub of the home, heated by a cosy wood heater in the cooler months, while a reverse cycle air conditioner (also ducted to most rooms) provides year-round comfort. A separate living room with art deco ceiling detail faces the front garden and is heated by an electric heat bank set into a period brick fireplace. The kitchen has timber cupboards and benchtops and is ideally positioned to watch over the kids (or big kids) out the back. The central bathroom has a bath plus

shower, while the laundry, which is near the back door, has an additional shower and adjoining loo, which is handy if you are playing in the north-facing rear garden or relaxing on the verandah or by the barbecue. Close to the paved barbecue area is an insulated bungalow – complete with phone point and its own decked verandahwhich is ideal for a teen retreat or guest accommodation. With a room attached to store all your supplies, you may see the bungalow as a perfect art studio, or room for music, reading or hobbies. A double garage/workshop with concrete ﬂoor and power, and a fenced veggie patch completes the picture outside. Another feature is the two slimline water tanks, which provide fresh drinking water to the kitchen, and can also be used for the toilet, saving on water bills. Appealing to the owner occupier or astute investor, this comfy, character home is within a hop, skip and jump of all that Mirboo North has to offer.

At a glance Location: 5 Couper Street, Mirboo North. Price: $245,000 - $265,000 Agent: First National Prom Country. Contact: Lisa Williams 0438 133 385.

Exclusive Venus Bay hideaway D

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

This exclusive property was built to take in the spectacular water views over Anderson Inlet and towards Wilsons Promontory. From the huge decking area enjoy the many species of native animals sharing their home with you: kangaroos, wombats, echidnas and many others. The home features three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas including a huge open plan lounge. Double glazed windows allow 360 degree views. Under ﬂoor heating as well as reverse cycle air conditioning will keep you comfortable. The modern Miele kitchen will bring out the creative chef in all of us, with plenty of cupboard room and loads of bench space. This is an exclusive home set on a very private allotment. Lose yourself in a world of your own, yet be able to enjoy the pristine beaches of Venus Bay

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

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Prom Country N AY PE D O SUN IS TH

N AY PE D O SUN IS TH

Miles of Executive Style on Giles!

Super Couper!

Village Fare Coffee Shop

Unsurpassed Mirboo North accommodation, work from home opportunity and living space here! Four (or ﬁve) bedrooms, three (or four) living areas including a huge, stunning lower level, modern, self contained retreat perfect for teenage, in-law, paying, or home business (run your own ﬁtness studio!). Three bathrooms, massive quality timber kitchen, views across farmland, easy maintenance gardens. This property has been improved and renovated whilst retaining quality original features.

Position perfect with loads of character and high ceilings. Big bright rooms, brilliant bungalow, double garage, elevated deck & BBQ area, Features SF heater, ceiling fans, 2 showers. Super Combo! INSPECT Sunday @ 12.00 - 12.30pm Address 5 Couper Street, MIRBOO NORTH $245,000 - $265,000

Successful business opposite Safeway and walk thru to McCartin St. Immaculately presented, impressive food display, seats 50 and good catering sideline. Ready-made, established and respected operation. INSPECT By Appointment Address 7 McNamara Place LEONGATHA $155,000 - $170,000

INSPECT Sunday @ 11.00 - 11.30am Address 29 Giles Street, MIRBOO NORTH

$380,000 - $420,000

Artist’s impression

N AY PE D O SUN IS TH

Shine in Shinglers Ridge

Love the Life in Yinnar

We’ve Found Gold, and it’s Not Sold!

Nearing completion, this beautiful home combines country warmth & contemporary styling. Open, bright living zone with pitched ceiling and timber ﬂoors, 3 BRS, 2 bath, dble garage & 2 verandahs. INSPECT By Appointment Address 6 Floraston Drive, LEONGATHA $320,000 - $340,000

This 5 acre approx parcel has a triple carport, double garage or shed, & water from tank & dam. Expansive living zones, 3 BRs, 2 bathrooms, OFP, wood heater, corner spa bath & high ceilings. INSPECT Sunday @ 12.00 - 12.30pm Address 405 Whitelaws Track,YINNAR STH $350,000 - $380,000

Two adjoining lots totalling around 35 acres with a Planning Permit. Magniﬁcent rolling hills, outstanding views, several dams, perimeter and internal fencing, shedding, stock yards and loading race. Power being provided by the current owner. Building approval to construct a home sited for 360 degree aspects. Ideal solar passive potential. Peace and tranquility. Run your own stock, or an adjoining farmer could operate the land. Many choices. Golden opportunity. INSPECT By Appointment Address 1665 Yarragon-Leongatha Road, HALLSTON N AY PE D O SUN IS TH

Cottage Style-Town Convenience

Rustic Contemporary – On 40 Acres

Federation-inspired 3 brm character home on a 650sqm (approx) level block, in heart of Leongatha. Two spacious living zones, 2 bath, kitchen with 5 burner range, carport, shed. Lots of inclusions. INSPECT Sunday @ 2.30 - 3.00pm Address 3 Leslie Court, LEONGATHA $265,000 - $285,000 $490,000 - $540,000

An unapologetic appreciation for classy modern inclusions blends with an earthy love of timbers, trees and sky, resulting in an impeccably appointed, elegantly rustic, country retreat. Features modern, light filled living spaces, stunning views, a meticulous hostess kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 studies, and 2 bathrooms. New shedding, undercover parking, water storage, fenced paddocks and a 40 acre mix of pasture and timbers, round off this substantial rural property, filled with benefits. INSPECT By Appointment Address 970 Boolarra-Mirboo North Road, BOOLARRA

Peace-maker on an Acre

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$259,000

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Family Home on Half Acre Located just one street from Baromi Park, is this meticulously-kept BV home in a manicured garden. North-facing living & dining, elevated verandah, dbl carport plus sep. paddock for pets or chooks. INSPECT Sunday @ 1.30 - 2.00pm Address 19-21 Bourke Street, MIRBOO NTH $245,000

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Address 49 Wells Road, MIRBOO NORTH $285,000 - $315,000

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Address 14 Balding Street, MIRBOO NORTH N AY PE D O SUN IS TH

Ritchie Rich

“Sunsets, the Prom and green hills” – on 2-plus acres

Here’s a golden opportunity to capitalize on 2 key property ingredients - Location and Originality. The large allotment has rear lane access & if you’re prepared for a full renovation project, this is it. INSPECT Saturday @ 12.00 - 12.30pm Address 5 Ritchie Street, LEONGATHA $175,000 - $190,000

“Tree change” or “Sea change”? What about morning views of the hills and sea views over lunch? Just four years young, this stunning home has been designed to enjoy its idyllic surrounds. Featuring blue gum ﬂoors, soaring timber-lined ceilings, and oodles of comfort-glazing, and comprising spacious open plan living zones full of views, 3 bedrooms, study, 2 bathrooms and full length balcony. Original dairy/workshop, lockup garage, circular drive, country garden, 10 mins to Foster.

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INSPECT Sunday @ 1.30 - 2.00pm Address 1014 Ameys Track, FOSTER NORTH Y N DA PE UR O AT S IS

$425,000 - $475,000

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A Portrait in Colour and Space

A few exterior changes, & this 3BR home could be the ‘ugly- duckling-to-swan’ story! Inside, deco ceilings, polished boards, & updated kitchen. Owner occupier, investor (app $12,000pa) or builder opportunity. INSPECT Sunday @ 11.00 - 11.30am Address 1 Giles Street, MIRBOO NORTH $215,000 - $235,000

A fantastic 3-4 brm family home with all the space and zones of a modern ﬂoor plan, 3 living areas, 2 bathrooms, big kitchen. Northern entertaining deck, double garage. A surprise package! INSPECT Sunday @ 12.00 - 12.30pm Address 3 Eveline Court, MIRBOO NORTH $330,000 - $360,000

New carpet, fresh paint, updated bathroom, good kitchen, secure fencing. Two brms, split system, BIR’s, spacious bathroom. Compact block, side street access, dble carport, garden shed. Top investor. INSPECT Saturday @ 11.00 - 11.30am Address 14a Yarragon Road, LEONGATHA $180,000 - $200,000

Spacious, welcoming 1 acre property with beautiful views. 3 massive bedrooms, 2 great living spaces, country kitchen. Insulated art studio, plenty of sheds, 3 bay carport drive. Commute to Latrobe Valley. INSPECT Sunday @ 1.30 - 2.00pm Address 147 Chute Road, THORPDALE $390,000 - $430,000

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Two affordable first homes S

TOCKDALE and Leggo Leongatha are proud to offer two fantastic real estate opportunities to astute buyers looking for well priced and positioned homes.

3 O’Neil Street

Three O’Neil Street is a quiet location close to McIndoe Park and all recreational facilities. It has a well presented three bedroom weatherboard home with the bonus of a great shed. The home has been re-stumped and re-wired, contains built-in robes in all bedrooms, a tiled bathroom in good condition with separate shower and bath, separate living area with reverse cycle air conditioner, plus kitchen and meals area with good storage. Outside boasts a covered outdoor entertaining area and a generous 25 x 30 foot shed with power and ofﬁce with phone connection. Thirty-ﬁve Brumley Street also offers a prime position with schools nearby and the main street within walking distance. It boasts three bedrooms and two generous living areas, new carpet, quality kitchen and meals area, smart tiled bathroom with spa bath plus a second shower set up for disabled access and a second toilet in the laundry. The yard is secure and has an undercover barbecue area and a lock-up garage and carport. Both homes are capable of achieving a good rental income or offer an affordable start for those looking to get into the market.

35 Brumley Street At a glance Locations: 35 Brumley Street, Leongatha or 3 O’Neil Street, Leongatha. Price: $275,000 each. Agent: Stockdale and Leggo, Leongatha. Contact: 5662 5800.

35 Brumley Street

3 O’Neil Street

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HIS home is within walking distance to school, shops and beach in Inverloch. It is an opportunity for the growing family to enjoy an abundance of space in the heart of Inverloch. The appealing residence offers three/four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two kitchens and two living zones.

This would make it ideal for large families, guests or dual independent living. Large blocks perfect for unit development (STCA) such as this one are hard to come by. Comprising 1650 sqm of land with the home ideally positioned at the rear of the property makes this a recommended development site for the astute investment.

At a glance Location: 3 Powlett Street, Inverloch. Auction: Saturday, December 4 on site at 12 noon. Agent: Alex Scott & Staff, Inverloch. Contact: 5674 1111.

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Bass Coast Council briefs

WONTHAGGI’S growth is reﬂected in monthly planning permit approval statistics tabled at last week’s Bass Coast Council meeting. For October, 12 planning approvals were issued, including six for subdivisions. Cowes follows with six permits, three of which are for subdivisions and Inverloch was next on four, one of which was for a subdivision. **** Council’s capital works program for the 2010/11 ﬁnancial year totals 103 projects valued at $17.76 million. Roads will take up the bulk of that, with 52 projects costing $10.286m. A further 21 projects have been carried over from the 2009/10 year. **** Cr John Duscher attended a meeting in the Kilcunda Hall early last week, where about 100 farmers expressed concerns about the impact of rising municipal rates on the sustainability of their properties. Cr Duscher said the growth in Bass Coast is worrying the farming sector as the urban areas expand and land values increase. “I was heartened by the positive spirit of the meeting.” Farmers formed a committee to consider the matter. **** Cr Duscher said that on the way home to Wonthaggi from the Kilcunda Hall, he narrowly avoided hitting a large kangaroo. He said he thought road signs warning of such dangers were inadequate and should be looked into. “We are getting more and more of these animals on our roads and people’s lives are on the line.” He has been appointed a member of the Gippsland Road Safety Network, representing all eastern region local community road safe groups. **** Cr Duscher paid tribute to Col Butcher of Inverloch, a “larger than life personality” who was very generous to sporting groups and organisations. “He had a huge impact on the development of the area. He was a great and generous man.” Cr Ross Smith supported those words, saying Col’s wife Mary played an im-

portant role too and is the sister of Frank McGarvey, “highly respected people”. Both councillors offered their condolences to the family. **** Mayor Cr Peter Paul, congratulated those Bass Coast businesses that featured in the 2010 Victorian Tourism Awards. Inverloch’s RACV Resort came runner-up in the deluxe accommodation section in which Silverwater Resort San Remo was a finalist. The Phillip Island Chocolate Factory won the minister’s encouragement award and was a finalist in the tourist attractions section. Rhyll Trout and Bush Tucker Farm was runnerup in this section. Phillip Island and Bass Coast visitor information centre network was a finalist in the visitor and information services category. Destination Gippsland won the tourism marketing hall of fame. **** The mayor commended those staff involved in staging a pet expo at San Remo. **** Cr Jane Daly did not attend the meeting because she is on leave. **** Cr Duscher wished Wonthaggi Primary School well for its centenary. He said the school had 351 students when the main building was constructed, but the school population ballooned to 600. **** Through their discretionary fund, councillors have this month allocated money to a variety of community projects including the Mary MacKillop College human powered vehicle team, Clean Ocean in Motion community day, relocation of the Inverloch Rocket Shed, 2011 kneeboard surfing titles and Smiths Beach General Store landscaping. **** A preliminary concept drawing for a town square at the Cowes Cultural Centre was adopted and council officers have been directed to develop a detailed design for the site which includes a plaque honouring the work of ambulance drivers.

Winners are grinners By Tessa Hayward

D E S T I N AT I O N Gippsland was ofﬁcially entered into the Hall of Fame at the 2010 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards on Monday, November 15. They were inducted after winning the Tourism Marketing category for the third consecutive year. The award was for recognition of the Inspired by Gippsland marketing campaign, which focuses on the region’s strength in nature. Destination Gippsland’s Marketing and Project manager, James Archibald said he is very, very happy with the award. “It reﬂects the strengths of the business and how strongly we are working together. It also shows our

co-operative marketing strategies,” he said. The following businesses received awards: Wilsons Promontory Wilderness Retreats, Wild Dog Winery, Phillip Island and Bass Coast Visitor Information Centre Network, RACV Inverloch Resort, Montfort Manor, Bull’s Cruisers and Snowy River Cycling. South Gippsland Shire Council Tourism co-ordinator, Christian Stefani, was delighted with the awards and acknowledged the high quality of Gippsland’s tourism product and the dedication of the industry. “My congratulations to the team at Destination Gippsland Inc who represent us, and the other businesses that were also recognised,” he said. The Prom Country Visitor Information Cen-

tres at Korumburra and Foster are already receiving heavy enquiry for the

summer holiday season. This recognition highlights the quality of

Gippsland’s tourism product and the dedication of the industry.

Award winning cruises By Tessa Hayward

TO be the skipper of an award-winning Bulls Cruiser, no licence is needed. Bulls Cruisers are a professional and personalised service for all types of boating adventures. Located in Paynesville, on the Gippsland Lakes, they specialise in boating holidays, romantic getaways, family holidays and group events. Bulls Cruisers have recently received the merit award for unique accommodation in the 2010 Victorian Tourism Awards. Tamara Cook, of Bulls Cruisers, said the business is thrilled with the merit award as it was the ﬁrst time they have been entered in the four and a half years since they took over the business. “It is great recognition for all the hard work all the staff have put it,” she said. They are the largest self drive boat and cruiser ﬂeet in Victoria, with 15 boats accommodating two to 10 people. The self-contained boats enable people to explore the magical Gippsland Lakes, river and beaches. It also allows them to visit coastal parks, the seaside villages of Metung, Paynesville, Raymond Island, the pristine beaches of the Ninety Mile Beach, secluded inlets and tranquil Tambo and Nicholson Rivers.

Top chef here ONE of Australia’s top chefs will be coming to Bass Coast Shire as an Australia Day ambassador. She is Elizabeth Chong, who has been teaching Chinese cooking for decades. Ms Chong will share the visit with fellow ambassador Shane Hills, founder of the coffee chain Koko Black. Mayor Cr Peter Paul, said he was excited to have both of them come to Bass Coast where they will speak about “their extraordinary journeys” and what Australia Day means to them. He encouraged residents to nominate people for the Australia Day Awards, saying these are a way “to recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the amazing contribution that people make to our community”. There are a number of categories and nomination forms are available at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au or by ringing Sarah Male on 1300 226 278.

Destination Gippsland: Terry Robinson, Elysa Sorahan and James Archibald with their Hall of Fame award.

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Family holiday: Take the family away for a week to relax and enjoy each other’s company.

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Volunteers rewarded VOLUNTEER music program facilitators Anne-Marie Becu and Dennis Kadmon were recently honoured in Melbourne.

The pair received the 2010 Yooralla Sister Faith Distinguished Service Award. For the past seven years Anne-Marie and Dennis have tutored young adults with a disability attending First Base in Leongatha. “It’s good to give the guys something to do. I don’t believe in nursery rhymes – these guys are adults,” said Dennis. The band plays all their own original music and records it on site at the Uniting Church Hall in Leongatha. To celebrate the year’s achievements

the volunteers’ U Music Program end of year concert will be held at the Leongatha Uniting Church on Friday November 26. The concert will feature performances by young people from First Base, including a dance routine and the vibrancy of original music in a night which can only be described as inspiring.

Volunteers and their friends: (back, from left) Steve Canning, Nathan Sammut, helper Tanya Kerr, Skye Letson, award winner Anne-Marie Becu, Corren Djuric, Emily Ardley, Nick Green, Mycalie James, (front) Russell Parke, Ronnie Layton, other award winner Dennis Kadmon and Lisa.

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Travel with the top achievers JETSET Leongatha has accomplished an unusual feat for Australian travel agencies.

Their travel consultants are top achievers for holiday wholesaler APT in both international and domestic products. Jill Carmody took out the international category and Renee Cook succeeded with domestic holiday sales. Top achievers are in the top 10 of APT travel consultants in Australia last financial year. APT business development manager Melinda Flavell said to the best of her knowledge no Australian office has been a top achiever in both categories before. “We’re really proud to be working with Jetset Leongatha. They’re very proactive and know their product,” she said. APT (or Australian Pacific Touring) has been around for 83 years and specilises in premium and inclusive holidays such as river cruising in Europe and Alaska/Canada getaways. Recent destinations to benefit from the Australian family-owned company’s touch include the Mekong River and Russia. Jill said for a small country agency the

recognition is a big achievement. “We wouldn’t sell APT if we weren’t confident in the product and that’s why we do so well,” she said. “We have lots of choices out there. They don’t always offer the same standard, but we know that APT will meet our clients’ expectations.” Jill went to Vietnam, including a seven night cruise from Saigon, for being a top achiever. “I love cruising because you meet the locals and see sights that are not accessible by car,” she said. “The ship is your hotel and there’s a lot of relaxation time there. Renee won a trip to the red centre, but was unable to go. The top achiever trips allow travel agents to research destinations. Over the past five years Jetset Leongatha has been an APT top achiever in the domestic and international categories at various times. Past APT guests receive certain benefits on their next holiday. Ask the friendly team at Jetset Leongatha next time you book your holiday for more information.

A Star Star is is born born A

Top achievers: APT’s Melinda Flavell congratulates Jill Carmody (international holiday sales) and Renee Cook (domestic holiday sales) for their sales success.

Play it safe this summer By Tessa Hayward IN the past 12 months, six people have drowned in the Gippsland region.

Layla Maria Sutherland was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on November 11, to Tara Maree Schrape and Jack Sutherland of Wonthaggi.

Life Saving Victoria would like to make that number decrease to zero this year. They are urging all Victorians to take care when swimming, especially in dams, lakes and streams that have received recent rainfall. “Look before you leap, as submerged objects like branches or rocks are often invisible from above the surface and present a real risk of neck and spinal injuries,” Life Saving Victoria General Manager, Guy Britt, said. Mr Britt is very concerned about the recent rainfall and that after many years of drought, recent ﬂoods will change waterways. The most common location for toddler drowning deaths on farms is

dams and South Gippsland has a lot of farms with dams on them. Parents need to create safe play areas for the children away from the dams and to inform others on the farm to keep watch if they see a child near water. Putting these prevention strategies into place will lower the number of toddler drowning deaths on farms. Water is an integral part of the lifestyle of many Australians, whether it is spending time in the water or around the water. Unfortunately, each year, the addition of alcohol consumption with these aquatic activities leads to a large number of drowning deaths. Life Saving Victoria has a few tips on keeping safe this summer by the pool, in inland waterways and at the beach. Adults should never take their eyes off their children when at a pool. Active supervision means that the child is consis-

Beach toys: Michael O’Toole and Maryanne Sonnemann of Life Saving Victoria with Nick Eddy (centre) of SportsPower. tently watched by an adult within arm’s reach. At dams, rivers and waterways; you should always look before you jump as there could be a branch lying invisible under the water. At the beach, people

should swim between the ﬂags and know how to survive a rip. To survive a rip, stay calm, ﬂoat and attract attention and to escape a rip, swim parallel to the beach. Always conserve your energy as waves can assist

you back to the beach. Coastal Guard starts on Saturday, December 4 and the closest patrolled beaches in this area are Inverloch (surf beach), Cape Paterson and Venus Bay.

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Towns take on a new shape RESIDENTS of Loch, Nyora, Poowong and Meeniyan can gain a clearer picture of the proposed development of their towns by studying the Structure Plans Discussion Papers which are now available for public comment.

These can be viewed on South Gippsland Shire Council’s website (www.southgippsland. vic.gov.au), and at their main ofﬁce and local libraries. Structure plans typically take a long term view of an area and identify actions and initiatives that can be pursued in a 10-20 year period. They also strive to provide zones for commercial, residential and industrial growth to enable individuals or groups to achieve their goals. Council’s Chief Executive Ofﬁcer Tim Tamlin and acting Planning Manager Paul Stampton addressed representatives from the four towns at the launch of the Structure Plans Discussion Papers in Poowong last Monday night.

“People were very interested to understand the plans which build upon and link closely with the Community Plans that these towns have all recently completed,” said Mr Tamlin. “There was a strong sense of ownership of their town’s future directions, so we are keen for more residents to have a close look, comment, and be comfortable with their plan.” Mr Tamlin said that the discussion papers will remain available for public comment from now until mid February to ensure maximum access for residents. “Meetings are being scheduled to work with the community to develop the Structure Plans,” he said. Residents are encouraged to attend the following sessions which will all provide insights into the Plans: Nyora Community Meeting Mon November 29, 7pm -Nyora Community Centre. Council Brieﬁng (open to public) Wed December 1, 1.30pm - Council Chambers, Leongatha. Public Presentation Session

Wed December 15 - Council Chambers, Leongatha. Appointment required to present. (Phone Natasha Berry on 5662 9222). Council Meeting (Ordinary Council Meeting) Wed December 22, 7pm Council Chambers, Leongatha. “Dates will be advised for Loch, Poowong and Meeniyan meetings, and Council will be sending letters to all township land owners and occupiers in January to advise,” he said. “The western end of the shire is already feeling pressure as Melbourne sprawls eastward. It’s a long term plan, so we want to be sure we’ve got it right to protect the quality of life that attracted people here in the ﬁrst place.” *(NADDA = Nyora and District Development Association, LCDA =Loch Community Development Association, PCCC = Poowong Community Consultative Committee, MPA = Meeniyan Progress Association. SGSC = South Gippsland Shire Council.)

Structure plan launch: pictured at Loch last Monday night, November 15 are from left, Dennis Casey (NADDA Nyora) Steve Hickmott (LCDA Loch) Cr Warren Raabe, Heather Gregg (PCCC Poowong), Paul Stampton SGSC, Cr Jennie Deane, John Fleming (NADDA Nyora), and John Cocking (MPA Meeniyan).

RECOMMENDATIONS for the recipients of grants from Round One of our 2010 Community Grants Program will go before Council for approval this week.

Joining forces: South Gippsland Singers and members of the Leongatha State Emergency Service joined forces last week to promote the upcoming fundraising concert.

Christmas comes early for the SES ON Sunday, December 12, the South Gippsland Singers will be presenting their 30th Annual Christmas concert at 2.30 in the Dakers Centre in Leongatha. The proceeds from the concert are being donated to the Leongatha branch of the State Emergency Service. Local SES branch president, Neil Warren said he was thrilled to have such great support from the South Gippsland Singers

at this crucial time in their fundraising efforts. The SES is raising funds to purchase a new light tower to be used at emergency scenes. The director of the South Gippsland Singers, Larry Hills, said his choir is happy to help out for such a great cause. They have donated thousands of dollars over their 30 year history to local charities. The South Gippsland Singers welcome guest soloists, Patrick Lanigan and Joyce

Brown for the concert. The choir will present a varied program of great Christmas music, with everything from White Christmas to the Hallelujah Chorus and including traditional carol singalongs. Tickets are only $12 for adults with free admission to children, and can be purchased from choir members or at the door. It will be a fantastic afternoon and a great way to help the SES, who is always on hand to help us all.

Successful applicants will be contacted soon after and conﬁrmations will be presented on Wed December 1. However, Round 2 of the Grants program is currently open and applications close on Tues November 30, so if you missed the closing date for Round 1, this is a second chance for Council support of your club or group’s project. The Community Grants Program continues to be a most effective method of maintaining and developing community infrastructure, with Council’s contribution of $338,000 over the two rounds compounded by matching funds and ‘in kind’ support. Where most shires have bigger towns and fewer communities, we have 28 communities with no towns larger than 5500. These demographics place a higher than average demand for repetitious infrastructure and projects across the shire, and the Community Grants Program is a key mechanism in strengthening these small communities. The high standard of applications reﬂects the careful thought, professionalism and commitment of the applicant groups, and I congratulate you all for your efforts. We are nearing the end of our road review program in terms of understanding costs and capacities. Data from this is being used to explain our capabilities at the current Community Consultation sessions that are taking place across the Shire, and I look forward to seeing the Report come to Council for discussion and application. Our State elections take place this weekend and all regional candidates have been briefed by Council on the priority issues for South Gippsland. We wish them all the best and will continue to maintain an open relationship and dialogue between the two tiers of government for the betterment of the region. Cr Jim Fawcett Mayor

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Think capability, not disability WITH so much to celebrate about people with a disability, their annual International Day festivities will this year be spread over four days … and they’re all free.

Kongwak Market is the venue for the first event - a special market on Thursday December 2 from 10 am to 2pm featuring the usual fabulous collectables, vintage, retro, coffee, curry and more. Local musician, Willy Golightly, will play live music while you browse for a bargain, so mark it on your calendar for a different way to spend a Thursday. The official ‘International Day of People with a Disability’ festivities will take place outside South Gippsland Shire Council offices on Friday December 3 from 11am until 2pm. Take a lunchbreak in the sunshine to celebrate the capabilities and contributions of people with a disability. Enjoy live music, performance art, dancing, story reading, embroidery and knitting demonstrations and interactive art, plus a free barbecue lunch provided by the Yooralla First Base catering team. That evening, from 6pm onwards, wheelchair basketballers will show off their talent on the court at the Wonthaggi YMCA, with the main game starting at 7.30pm. Awards will also be presented to local sporting clubs that are welcoming and inclusive of people of all abilities. If art is more your thing, then make your way to the opening of the Moonya

Justices AGM: from the left are Peter Paul (committee), Ron Stanley (committee), Ron Hateley (secretary /treasurer), Ken Lay (guest speaker), Wendy Caple (chairperson), Lindsay Powney (deputy chairperson).

Road commissioner was guest speaker First base: Yooralla dance crew with Mayor Jim Fawcett and CEO, Tim Tamlin. Art Show at 6pm at Over 2 Kate’s, Wonthaggi. The Show is always well attended and the wonderful artworks by Moonya clients will be on display and for sale right through December. The celebrations will cap off with a memorable afternoon film festival at the Wonthaggi Cinema on Sunday December 5 (1.30 – 4pm) with 90 minutes of inspiring films by, with and about people with a disability that have been borrowed from the acclaimed ‘Other Film Festival’. “This day is all about recognising what people with disabilities can do, in terms of the contribution they make across our community – in art, sport, the workforce and in many other ways,” said Rural Access Officer Al-

isha McDonald. “Reﬂecting this, the Yooralla First Base crew have ably organised the Leongatha event.” South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shire Councils and the Department of Human Services, in partnership with Gippsport, Yooralla First Base, Moonya, South Coast Primary Care Partnership and the South Gippsland Specialist School, work throughout the year to identify, develop and celebrate access and inclusion for all residents. Through these events they proudly present the achievements and abilities of their clients, and invite you to participate and celebrate the inclusion of people of all abilities in our communities.

ON November 13 at the Manna Gum restaurant in Inverloch, the South Gippsland branch of the Royal Association of Honorary Justices of Victoria held their annual general meeting. Guest speaker was Deputy Commissioner of the Victoria Police (Road Policing) Mr Ken Lay. Ken gave a most informative talk about the road toll over the past 40 years and the efforts made by Victoria Police to reduce the toll. Members were told how many of the “tools” and efforts used by our local force are leading the world in increasing road safety. It was interesting from a graph Ken showed, the dramatic effect of the introduction of various legislations such as compulsory seat belts, mandatory breath testing, and speed limits in contributing to a dramatic decrease in the road toll.

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Church Times ARIES - March 21 - April 20

Property ventures are generally favourable, but the key is to have all the facts at hand. A longstanding family dispute comes to an agreeable ﬁnale. New relationships are highlighted. TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

Schedules may be changed through the week, in some cases proving a blessing in disguise. Your romantic intuition is not as sharp as you believe. Travel and business blend well. GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

A partner becomes more mature in his/her approach to your relationship. An economic news-brightener may arrive after the weekend. Offbeat ideas suddenly become feasible after Thursday. CANCER - June 22 - July 22

Your self conﬁdence dips brieﬂy, then rises, thanks to the encouragement of a colleague or family member. Schedules may be rearranged through the weekend. Business news is encouraging. LEO - July 23 - August 22

A platonic relationship ﬂourishes through this week, but a romantic union requires tender loving care. Educational interests expand and you receive the encouragement you have awaited. VIRGO - August 23 - September 22

A new hobby can be proﬁtable, but be cautious when making related investments. Home improvement plans require discussion before they are put into action. Surprise guests highlight the weekend. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22

Take advantage of Thursday - Friday for rest and relaxation. The weekend presents some hectic happenings and overtime is the order of the day this week. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

Friends introduce you to unusual and varied interests. A ﬁnancial breakthrough arrives when it’s least expected. Your romantic relationship improves when you master the art of compromise. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

You are easily inﬂuenced about a friend’s motives, but don’t jump to conclusions. Some good news on the ﬁnancial front may arrive on the weekend along with professional praise and new responsibilities. CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

A one of a kind item may come your way during a week that features discovery and surprise. Trading proves favourable through the weekend. Your search for more efﬁcient methods pays off. AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

A tried and true approach brings favourable results in romance, while in your career some mild experimentation may lead to signiﬁcant progress. A relative’s ideas may be unusually effective. PISCES - February 20 - March 20

Your independent streak may perplex your favourite friend, but only initially. A creative activity may evolve into a proﬁtable undertaking. Your commitment to community service brings accolades this week. BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You have an incredible amount of energy and you are famous for your generosity and independent spirit. A restless streak makes it hard for friends to pin you down. Taking risks is another quality of yours. By mastering your strengths and watching your weakness, you can turn it into a proﬁtable twelve months.

ANGLICAN: Wednesday, November 24: 11am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC. Sunday, November 28: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Family Service, 10.30am Union Church (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. 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. 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. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455. THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES CREEK: Meeting every Sunday at Archies Creek. Morning Communion Service 11 am: Evening Holy Spirit Revival 6pm: Phone: Ps. Chris Chetland 5674 3867 or 5672 4660.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Leongatha Sabbath School 11.30am. CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leongatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday. Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday. Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays. Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays. St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass. Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass. Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass. Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass. KORUMBURRA’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214. GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Strongly family oriented church meets at The Grain Store, 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 Claire Emerton or Lieutenant Rachael Collins, 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. 7.30pm service: All Sunday evenings except 1st Sunday of the month, 5pm service. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2527. UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, November 21, 9am and 10.45am. Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am. Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome. Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Pastors Gavin and Sue Sharp, 5655 1997. Arawata: 11.30am 1st & 3rd Sundays. Kongwak: 11.30am 4th Sunday. BAPTIST CHURCH KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366. BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi. Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www. wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769. MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall. COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm. SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 9853 6627. FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.

The high cost to the community of both death and major trauma was another statistic that was brought to the attention of the audience. Ken had examples of the television advertising used by police and TAC over the years, highlighting the change in emphasis of the advertisements. Another highlight of the evening was the presentation of a certiﬁcate by state president Garry Runge to Tom Beaton (Cowes) for 50 years of service. The elected committee for 2010-2011 is chairperson: Wendy Caple (Leongatha), deputy chair: Lindsay Powney (Leongatha), secretary/treasurer: Ron Hateley (Rhyll), committee: Ron Stanley (Leongatha), Roy Fischmann (Inverloch), and Peter Paul (Wonthaggi). Special thanks to Garry VanSinderen, the MC for the evening and to Manna Gum for the delightful service and meal.

6. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 16. 20. 22. 23. 24. 25.

ACROSS Teacher (10) Unctuous (4) Way of walking (4) Language (5) Way out (4) Rot (9) Lucky (9) Girl (4) Afterwards (5) Hut (4) Bill of fare (4) Puppet (10)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 7. 13. 14. 15. 17. 18. 19. 21.

DOWN Mad (6) Hat (7) Canvas (6) Standing (6) Hag (5) Killed (5) Paddle (3) Flavouring (7) Manservant (5) Clamour (6) Fish (6) Pact (6) Sink (5)

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8249 ACROSS 6. Split fifty-fifty? (5,2,3). 8. Mad to feed the animals at the zoo (4). 9. Be there and cast off before her (4). 10. Cut a figure, in a small way (5). 11. Measure taken to get the vehicle back (4). 12. Obtained from the doctor? (3-6). 16. Burn to see the former turned in (3,6). 20. Attract the backward (4). 22. When the cover is broken, hurry (5). 23. Not all learners are paid (4). 24. Firm about the French girl (4). 25. A meal approved of by hamper carriers? (5,5). DOWN 1. The Goldwood trial (6). 2. Like the price of the air hostess’s short skirt? (3-4). 3. Let you know if there’s a rise in steak (6). 4. The way the cane is twirled and one’s carriage (6). 5. Means having one in my keeping (5). 7. Forbidding in the end (5). 13. Raising the child, too (3). 14. Cover up the globe ourselves: it’s horrible (7). 15. A procedure you may find boring (5). 17. Points to the emblem: a flag (6). 18. When skirting the green, avoids (6). 19. Shout and run after him (6). 21. “A cavity,” you say. That’s all (5).

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‘The Painter and the Furniture Maker’ ‘THE Painter and the Furniture Maker’ is the new exhibition for the Meeniyan Art Gallery, running from Saturday, November 27 until December 23. The painter looks at an unfamiliar landscape. It starts with looking, but it goes deeper, it always goes much deeper. It feels like absorbing and being absorbed. Textures made rich by time, heat, dust, sand, rain, breeze, layers and layers of weather –worn sensuality, the unexpected splendor of it makes the painter wiggle and reach for her paints. First the under-painting is laid down, then the marble dust for added texture, and more paint on the top. Sometimes the texture of the background belongs to a hand-made mulberry paper. Gold leaves need an especially prepared background then the painter gently rubs the gold leaves with ﬁnest steel wool em-

ulating the weather-beaten surfaces of rocks and barks, vegetation, water tanks, objects and features of remote settlements. The painter covers the gold in several layers of varnishes and paints giving it lush sumptuous textures that are her unique signature and redolent of the fascinating landscapes that inspired it. Meanwhile, the furniture maker is a bit restless and on the lookout for some timber. The maker likes nothing better than salvaging some wood destined to furnace. New timber works as well – silky oak, Tasmanian myrtle, blackwood, even the names of timbers used have a hint of something magical to them. His designs aim at revealing the inner harmony, stripping and distilling the form until the Zen simplicity of pure form and clean proportions remain. The only adornment of his tables, mirror frames and stands is the very structure and colour of wood itself: the peppermint gum

with spots like an African animal, mountain ash ‘painted’ in birdeye pattern by fungi, jarrah paired with the older darker version of itself. These are not just utilitarian objects of understated elegance, these are a festival, a celebration of life and like all the great art of its time, speak of inﬁnity, offer a glimpse of eternity captured in a ﬁnite form. The painter and the furniture maker travel together. They go to remote places with strange names like Kata Juta, Broken Hill, Lake Eyre. When

they travel they mostly use names Christine Cochran and Keith Graham. They run together the Serigraph Galley in Neerim South where they sell and exhibit the artwork of mainly Gippsland artists, including themselves. You are cordially invited to the opening of their new exhibition, The Painter and the Furniture Maker, in the Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw Street, Meeniyan on Sunday, November 28, 2-4pm. The exhibition will be opened by an accomplished Gippsland artist, Phil Henshall.

Well travelled: Christine Cochran and Keith Graham go to remote places with strange names like Kata Juta, Broken Hill, Lake Eyre.

Light up night By Tessa Hayward MIRBOO North Aged Care is having a light up night to raise funds for their leisure and lifestyle program on Wednesday, December 1.

Talented: one of the art works to be exhibited titled ‘Trike’.

The light up night will run from 6:30pm to 9:15pm. This year’s event will be bigger than last year’s with more of the community getting involved. Shops in the main street will be decorated in Christmas lights as will the Mirboo North Aged Care Facility. The raised funds will go towards supporting residents on outings and activities. “We would love to be able to take all the residents out to get ice-cream and participate in something fun with them,” LeeAnne Falkingham of Mirboo North Aged Care said. Businesses in Leongatha and Mirboo North have supported the event by donating for the hamper rafﬂes. There will be a visit from Santa in the ﬁre truck as well as a jumping castle, face painting and a sausage sizzle. Ms Falkingham said they are already planning how to make the event bigger next year: “We want to have night markets and stalls.” She said everyone is welcome to the event: “The more the merrier.”

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Bringing beach to the bush By Tessa Hayward INVERLOCH and Wonthaggi primary school students from Prep to Grade 4 were taught key water safety messages last week.

To the rescue: Jack helps to rescue classmate Aaron from drowning.

Telstra’s Beach to Bush program, run by trained Lifeguards, helps students understand potential dangers at the beach and how to make their visits to the beach, safe but fun. Colin Freckleton,

Learning to be safe: Grade 3 and 4 students of Wonthaggi Primary School with Lifesaver Col.

known to the students as Lifesaver Col, got the students involved in pretend rescues and allowed one student to dress up as a proper Lifesaver. Life Saving Victoria said many families living in regional Victoria choose the summer holidays as a time to travel to the coast to relax and enjoy their break. However, many families are unaware of the potential dangers of undertaking recreational activities in an unfamiliar environment or waterway

such as the beach. Lifesaver Col taught the students what to do if they got caught in a rip: “Keep calm, don’t panic,” and how to call for help. The students were

eager to volunteer and enjoyed the presentation Lifesaver Col delivered. His main focus of the day was to get kids to swim between the ﬂags and to never swim alone.

Mini version: Jack and Lifesaver Col in the lifeguard’s uniform, which protects them from the sun.

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Japanese trip for students FOR 12 days, students of Wonthaggi Secondary College from Years 9 to 12 took the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Japan.

For six of these days they journeyed to Hakui, where they were introduced to host families, who were all very accommodating. “They laughed at me when I tripped and accidentally said “I’m healthy”,” Jake McIntosh of Year 10 jokes. Jake found the culture easy to adapt to and thought some aspects were better than Australian culture. Although he didn’t have to use much Japanese, he tried to wherever he could. He thoroughly enjoyed the experience and had no complaints; despite the fact he found the slippers were very small.

While staying with the host family, the students were given the chance to attend a Japanese school and witnessed a signiﬁcant difference. The school was very clean with very little grafﬁti and no one complained about being there. It was refreshing to see students take care of their school. “Japanese people are very studious. The students are well behaved and there is more of an emphasis on discipline. I think the Australian system has a lot to learn,” Jake says. The subjects are similar to those taught in Australian and 90 per cent of the students participate in after school activities. The Australian students were given a chance to observe these with their host siblings. The school group continued on to Kyoto for four days, where they

DVD player: Joyce Comrie (left) collects her prize from Christina Cowie.

viewed several temples. “It was really serene,” Jake comments. Kyoto is lovely and intimate; however the Year 10 student did complain that there was a lot of walking involved. Their last destination was Osaka, where they were able to visit Osaka Castle and the Pokemon Centre, which deeply impressed Jake. “It was so much fun and colourful,” he laughs. The experience has motivated Jake to continue his language throughout his schooling and one day return when he has ﬁnished school. “I just love Japan and I’d deﬁnitely go again… but I don’t think Mr Misawa would let me follow his school group around as an adult,” he sighs.

CD/MP3 player: Wendy Selling (left) hands over the player to Helen Thompson (right).

Welcome: Jake McIntosh is introduced to his host “mother and brother”.

Another winner: Vito Seraﬁno was delighted to pick up a DVD player from James Pellin at Hartley Wells.

All smiles: Sunny Mackie collects her DVD player from Hartley Wells employee Gavin Van Eede.

Top prize: Marion and Peter Emmett collect their couch from Wendy Selling.

Hartley Wells congratulates winners

HARTLEY Wells Furniture, Bedding and Betta Electrical recently threw a 78th birthday party, in the process giving away 10 prizes to lucky shoppers. All shoppers had to do to enter was purchase an

Microwave winner: Hartley Wells’s Peter Brown with Brenton Gilligan (left) collecting a Technica microwave.

item during the sale and be entered into the draw. Owner Darren Fox said all the recipients were excited with their winnings. “We thank them for showing their loyalty by shopping with us. It certainly made their week. The whole promotion was a great success,”

Lucky shopper: Christina Cowie (left) hands over the Click Clack couch to Kylie Quinlan.

Prize winner: James Pellin hands over an MP3 player to lucky shopper Michael Watson.

From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago, November 25, 1980 ABOUT 1000 people participated in South Gippsland’s Huff ‘n’ Puff fun run on Sunday. People were still streaming out of Leongatha South Primary School when those at the actual starting line began the 8.8km trek to Koonwarra. **** TWO district progress associations claim a road is so dangerous half the local residents have been involved in crashes on it. They claim up to four cars per day run off Nerrena Road between Leongatha and Dumbalk. 10 years ago, November 21, 2000 SOUTH Gippsland’s food and wine producers have secured in excess of $1 million worth of orders in a dramatically successful appearance at Melbourne’s “Fine Food 2000” expo over the past four days. **** THE RAILWAY between Leongatha and

Darren said. Prizes included microwave ovens, CD players, beds, couches and DVD players. Hartley Wells brings in shoppers from all over South Gippsland, a drawcard for the town. The fourth generation business prides itself on

Barry Beach could re-open in a project worth at least $35 million. Five years ago, November 22, 2005 MURRAY Goulburn has unveiled plans for a $135 million upgrade of its Leongatha plant over the course of the next 10 years. The project stands to create over 200 jobs, and be worth an extra $320 million to the community. One year ago, November 24, 2009 WONTHAGGI landlords are evicting low income tenants in anticipation of the arrival of cashed-up desalination workers. The practice has further exacerbated the housing crisis in the town, leaving many of South Gippsland’s people without a place to live. **** A CONSULTANT’S report recommends that South Gippsland Shire Council allow three of its ﬁve outdoor swimming pools to deteriorate until they fail, saving up to $9 million.

supporting the local community, sponsoring many sporting clubs and community groups. The store is currently gearing up for a busy period leading up until Christmas with Christmas ideas large and small.

Bed winner: Renee Warren was delighted when Matt Shaw was on hand to congratulate her on winning a bed.

I’m happy: Wendy Cook receives her DVD/CD player from Matt Shaw of Hartley Wells.

A berry good cause THIS year, to celebrate the best winter and spring rain in recent times, Graeme and Jennie Jackson of Yileen Berry Farm in Hallston have decided to run a charity auction with a difference. In keeping with the annual cherry auction held at Sydney’s Flemington markets where the first box of cherries sold for a record $110,000 this year, Graeme and Jennie have decided to auction their first bucket of berries harvested at Yileen. The first bucket of berries have always been a favourite amongst the fam-

ily and with the excellent spring rain, the berries are looking the best they have for a long time. This year, Graeme and Jennie decided it was time someone else got to enjoy the ﬁrst berries for the season and in the process, raise funds for the Mirboo North CFA. Well known by locals and a favourite amongst holiday makers, Yileen Berry Farm grows raspberries, boysenberries, youngberries, brambleberries, thornless blackberries (late Jan/early Feb), yosterberries, black and red currents. They also have a selection of jam preserves and home made ice cream that is made fresh at the farm.

For your chance to take home the best berries of the season, you will need to place your bid on ebay. It’s very simple, just search Yileen Berry Farm on ebay

and place your bid. Bidding is now open and will run for the next 10 days, concluding December 2, just in time for harvesting.

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On farm challenge SOUTH and Central Gippsland Jersey Breeders Clubs recently held their On Farm Challenge competitions.

These competitions suit the lifestyle of busy farmers as the judge comes to the farm to judge the farmers’ best cows. It requires little preparation, but if successful, farmers can earn a lot of well deserved recognition. Jim Salway, of Glencraig Jerseys in NSW, judged South Gippsland’s On Farm Challenge over four days. The club had 187 entries from 24 different exhibitors; he certainly had his work cut out for him. South Gippsland Jersey Breeders Club president Tanya Allen said this event is a yearly highlight as it gets members together to enjoy a social night out for the presentations at the Leongatha RSL. “This year at least 80 members sat nervously waiting to hear if they had won an award,” Ms Allen said. The South Gippsland Shire delegate of entries almost swept the pool, with Gordon and Marianne Lawson, Wallace family and the Allan family all having very successful campaigns. Central Gippsland’s On Farm Challenge was judged by Jim Parker, Venoma Jerseys from the Western District over three days. The club had 173 head entered from 22 different exhibitors. Central Gippsland’s dinner was held in Warragul where at least 70 members enjoyed the presentation dinner. Gordon and Marianne

Lawson entered cows in both competitions and took out the coveted award of Champion Cow for Central Gippsland. Mr Lawson has always had Jersey cows because of their easy and nice nature. Both Jersey Clubs thank their sponsors and dedicated committees. Winners are announced in early December at a luncheon held in Melbourne. Results for South Gippsland Two-year-old class (55 entries) (First, Kooroo Lex Princess owned by Gordon and Marianne Lawson; second, Wallacedale Valerian Melanie owned by Wallace family; equal second, 1643 owned by Warren Lace; third, Promview Rosella 14 owned by Ross and Jenni Richards). Two-year-old sired by Progeny Test Sire (19 entries) (First, Wallacedale Refmark Melanie owned by Wallace family; second, Glenjuristan Crystal owned by Moscript Family; third, Bushlea Agent Lovely owned by Bushlea Farms). Four-year-old (37 entries) (First, Wallacedale Actions Primrose owned by Wallace family; second, Gelbeado Park Alice 48 owned by Wallace family; third, 1474 owned by Warren Lace). Five-year-old (30 entries) (First, Wallacedale Willows Melanie owned by Wallace family; second, Kings Vale Kody Benita owned by Paul and Lisa Mumford; third, Kooroo Fronts Charm owned by Gordon and Marianne Lawson). Six-year-old and over (27 entries) (First, Bushlea Etta S Beauty owned by

Bushlea Farms; second, Gelbeado Park Olga 104 owned by Paul and Lisa Mumford; third, First Choice Bellmada Brunette owned by Brett Kuhne; equal third, Riverside Max Sharna owned by Aaron Thomas). Best pen of ﬁve cows (First, Wallacedale of Wallace family; second, Gelbeado Park of Paul and Lisa Mumford; third, Carla Rose of Warren Lace). Champion cow: Wallacedale Willows Melanie owned by Wallace family Reserve Champion Cow: Wallacedale Actions Primrose owned by Wallace family. Judges Encouragement Award: Brendan and Melissa Scott. Junior Encouragement Award: Aaron Thomas. Most successful Exhibitor: Wallace family. Runner-up Most Successful Exhibitor: Paul and Lisa Mumford. Results for Central Gippsland Two-year-old (40 entries) (First, Wallacedale Jaybuck Naomi owned by Wallace family; second, Wallacedale Vals Melanie owned by Wallace family; third, Inverlair Heights Max Fern owned by Allan family). Two-year-old by PT sire (eight entries) (First, Wallacedale Refmark Melanie owned by Wallace family; second, Inverlair Heights Virgil Tottle owned by Allan family; third, Araluen Park Refute Sarina owned by Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day). Three-year-old (41 entries) (First, Inverlair Heights Jack Teeny owned by Allan family; second, Almervista

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Virgil Jessie two owned by York family; third, Fleurieu Park Golden Lassie 261 owned by M. and J Thorn). Four-year-old (40 entries) (First, Kooroo Actions Fernleaf owned by Gordon and Marianne Lawson; second, Wallacedale Addict Bell owned by Ben Elliot; third, Wallacedale Brookbi Mystery owned by Wallace family) Five or six-year-old (35 entries) (First, Almervista Gus Viva owned by York family; second, Kooroo Fronts Charm owned by Gordon and Marianne Lawson; third, Inverlair Heights Todd Fern owned by Allan family). Seven years and older (17 entries) (First, Wallacedale Jace Melanie owned by Wallace family; second, Ellendale Bluebell 563 owned by Collins family; third, Langdale Golden Ebony owned by Darien Mathews). Best pen of ﬁve (First, Kooroo Jerseys of Gordon and Marianne Lawson; second, Wallacedale of Wallace family; third, Inverlair Heights of Allan family). Champion cow: Kooroo Actions Fernleaf owned by Gordon and Marianne Lawson.

Good natured: Marianne and Gordon Lawson with their winning Jersey cows.

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VLE LEONGATHA KOONWARRA

Sale Draw November 24 1. David Phelan 2. Landmark 3. Elders 4. SEJ 5. Alex Scott 6. Rodwells

SALE DATES LEONGATHA

Wednesday, November 24 Prime Sale - 8.30am Thursday, December 2 Store Sale - 10am

PAKENHAM

Thursday, November 25 Store Sale - 10am Monday, November 29 Prime Sale - 8am Tuesday, November 30 Export Sale - 8.30am

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

UDP lifts price RETURNS for dairy farmers continue to rise, with United Dairy Power announcing a price increase. Soon after competitors Murray Goulburn and Burra Foods announced step-ups, UDP has revealed it will pay a step-up of $0.20kg fat and $0.30kg protein, payable for all milk supplied after January 1. The company’s general manager Darryl Cardona said the company is constantly looking at innovative ways of increasing the value of ingredients supplied to customers. “Demand for dairy product is still relatively high, and our insatiable demands for dairy ingredients, including cream based products does not appear to be waning,” he said. “With this demand we are looking to increase milk supply primarily through our existing supply network, to support our customers’ increasing and ongoing requirements.” Mr Cardona said the company

would continue to monitor price movements to maximise returns to farmers. “The Australian dollar does not impact our returns,” he said. Field ofﬁcer for South Gippsland, Dean Cecil, said the company was always looking for new suppliers. “We’ve ﬁelded a number of calls of late. We offer an extremely competitive price for milk and have a good supply base.” Since inception in 1999, United Dairy Power (UDP) under the direction of Managing Director and Founding Partner Tony Esposito, has grown to become Australia’s largest privately owned independent milk supply company. This phenomenal success in the highly competitive market for milk is attributable to UDP’s innovation, honesty, and responsiveness to both suppliers and customers. It was UDP’s understanding of customer requirements that sowed

the seeds for the expansion of the company. UDP identified the difficulties the smaller cheese companies were having in securing a constant supply of milk. UDP’s customer focus and innovation is exampled by the initiatives, such as being the first Australian company to introduce weekly payments to farmers, the introduction of a fully serviced farm analysis tool for its suppliers, and the development of alliances with a number of major milk processors. UDP has a very stable dairy farmer supplier base. Indeed, many of the original suppliers have remained with the company while at the same time there has been exceptional growth in the acquisition of new suppliers. UDP’s vision has shown that there are still opportunities to build a business and be successful in a rationalising industry.

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Fish Creek, France and beyond WHEN it comes to dairy farming, Graeme Nicoll has (almost) seen it all. This year’s Nufﬁeld Scholarship winner has recently been on a four continent fact-ﬁnding mission to some of the world’s traditional and cutting-edge dairy producers. Graeme travelled across North, Central and South America, Western Europe and New Zealand, checking out the latest

French ﬂavour: Graeme Nicoll (left) inspects some Montbeliarde cows during his visit to eastern France.

• VLE LEONGATHA

Prices vary with quality A SLIGHTLY larger penning of young and grown cattle met with solid competition.

However, despite the strong demand, prices varied either side of ﬁrm, which was in part driven by fat cover and weight. The quality of the yarding was generally good to very good, with only some of the cows and heifers being on the plainer side. All of the regular buyers were present, including the usual run of restockers who purchased a large range of cattle. More vealers were penned with the 60 head selling to strong demand. Lighter weight vealers sold very well making from 185c to 215c, with heavier weights 175c to 212c/kg. Most of the 175 young cattle were heifers, which made between 160c

and 195c/kg. A good number of better quality heifers, 430kg to 500kg lwt made from 178c to 195c/kg with several buyers making purchases. The small number of steers sold from 172c to 185c to the trade, and restockers paid to 191c/kg for some heavy steers. While the quality of the 350 grown steers and bullocks was good to very good there were several pens which weighed from 720kg to 884kg lwt. These made from 160c to 174c with prime bullocks, mostly C4 grades making between 170c and 178.2c/ kg. Manufacturing bullocks made from 156c to 172c/kg. Approximately

50 grown heifers sold from 145c to 170c/kg. Demand varied in the sale of 480 cows, which was due in part to restocker competition, but also the lack of very lean cows. The larger supply of good quality beef cows made from 140c to 158c for most 3, 4 and 5 scores, and the larger frame Friesian cows were mostly between 128c and 148c, with very good quality to 154c/ kg. Prices for all of these cows were unchanged to 2c/kg cheaper. The lack of very lean 1 score cows created strong demand, and prices were ﬁrm 4c/kg dearer. These made from 105c to 138c/ kg. The carcass weight price average was estimated to be 297c/kg.

Wednesday, November 17 BULLOCKS 13 L. Giardina, Thorpdale 6 E. & A. Opray, Dumbalk

698kg 178.2 $1243 653kg 177.6 $1159

12 13 6 2

Daly Bros., Dalyston J. Pisa, Narracan T.W. & J.E. Steer, Inverloch M. Lomax, Tarwin Lower

650kg 776kg 663kg 725kg

177.2 176.6 176.6 172.2

$1153 $1370 $1171 $1248

STEERS 1 A. Dixon, Loch 1 M. Harms & Partnership, Korumburra 1 N. & R. Kubale, Drumdlemara 2 R. Vanvelzen, Korumburra 11 N. & R. Reynoldi, Devon North 2 D.G. Clark, Jumbunna East

305kg 395kg 435kg 285kg 538kg 420kg

215.0 $656 215.0 $849 210.0 $913 198.6 $566 191.2 $1029 190.0 $798

COWS 4 Bullock Island, Hedley 1 K.R. & F.I. Panozzo, Leongatha 1 R.J. Mackenzie, Leongatha 1 G.R. & T.L. Finlay, Glen Alvie 1 M. & N. Bracecamp, Berrys Creek 1 G.D. & H.R. Foat, Bruthen

503kg 760kg 505kg 530kg 665kg 605kg

157.6 $792 156.0 $1185 155.6 $786 155.0 $821 155.0 $1030 155.0 $938

HEIFERS 1 J. Reilly, Loch 1 B.W. & A. Chapman, Toora 1 D.R. Ginn, Inverloch 1 F. Auddino, Korumburra 1 M. Harms Partnership, Korumburra 2 R. Vanvelzen, Korumburra

375kg 345kg 265kg 390kg 335kg 240kg

210.0 209.6 200.0 200.0 199.6 199.6

$787 $723 $530 $780 $669 $479

BULLS 1 K.H. Macphail, Hedley 1 Keenage Past, Alberton West 1 K.F. McRae, Dalyston 1 Vening Pastoral Co., Hedley 1 Bland Dairies, Wonga Wonga 1 R. & A.M. Attenborough, Poowong

1025kg 1075kg 940kg 870kg 935kg 875kg

172.6 172.0 170.0 168.6 163.6 163.6

$1769 $1849 $1598 $1466 $1529 $1431

Acidity reduces milk Keep cows cool FARMERS know that supplementing their cow’s diet of pasture with grain boosts milk yields. However, sometimes they get less extra milk from their herd than they expect. Why is this so? Department of Primary Industries (DPI) research has found that as a cow eats more grain, its ability to digest ﬁbre is reduced. “Our work aims to uncover some of the underlying reasons why grazing dairy cows does not always produce as much milk as we might expect, especially when large amounts of grain are fed to them at milking,” DPI scientist Clare Leddin said. “Once we understand the underlying biological mechanisms, practical strategies can be developed to help farmers optimise milk production from their system.” In the study, researchers found that adding one kilogram of crushed wheat produced just under a litre of extra milk. “Adding crushed wheat increased the

acidity of the cow’s digestive system. This could have implications for animal health and, if not managed, reduce profit for farms,” Ms Leddin said. The study compared the milk yields of 16 cows fed different amounts of crushed wheat alongside clover-dominant pasture offered at 3.7 per cent of live weight. The research was undertaken at Kyabram as part of Future Farming Systems Research and involved scientists from DPI and from the University of Melbourne’s School of Land and Environment. Their results have just been published in the latest edition of CSIRO’s Animal Production Science journal. “This research builds up the body of knowledge we are developing about optimising milk production on Australian dairy farms,” Ms Leddin said. “For farmers, a possible benefit of this work could be more efficient pasturebased dairy systems where milk is produced more cost-effectively.” This research was jointly funded by DPI and the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR).

IN THE hot months, when dairy cows are at risk of heat stress, the dairy yard can double as a farm cooling centre. Dairy Australia’s Cool Cows program leader, Dr Steve Little, said water sprinklers could be installed quickly and at low cost. “Every Australian dairy should be ﬁtted with yard sprinklers and a big water trough at the dairy exit. As well as keeping your cows cool, the sprinklers will keep the ﬂies away,” Dr Little said. “Installing a shade cloth or solid roof over the dairy yard in combination with sprinklers can dramatically reduce the impact of heat stress on milk production and herd fertility. It

can also help maintain the health and welfare of your cows. “Many dairy farmers start with a simple system, and once they’ve seen the benefits, invest in a more permanent solution, such as a solid roof with sprinklers and fans.” Shade reduces the amount of heat cows absorb in the first place, while sprinklers and fans help the cows offload heat through evaporative cooling. Dr Little suggests that on very hot days it may hardly be worth sending the cows to the paddock if you have a farm cooling centre. “Instead, consider feeding a high quality forage or partial mixed ration on a loafing paddock or feed pad close to the farm cooling centre,” he said.

in on-farm dairy developments. The Fish Creek farmer is keen to share his knowledge with the rest of South Gippsland at an informal night at the Fishy Pub on Wednesday, December 1 from 7pm. Organised by the Young Dairy Development Program, it promises to be a fun and informative evening, with a subsidised two-course meal thrown in for just $10. Bookings are essential, so call Kylie Barry on 0428 889 337.

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situations vacant CHILD MINDER / SITTER required for occasional evenings. Please ring 0429606596.

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6pm DECEMBER 3, 2010 at Over 2 Kate’s Café and Gallery McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi Drinks and ﬁnger food provided All artwork will be on display until 22/12/2010 Enquiries: Chris Johnson Tele: 5672 4355

public notices Southern Business Women’s Network CHRISTMAS DINNER AT EUGENIE’S INVERLOCH Catering by Carrelly’s Catering

December 1 @ 6pm RSVP Renae 0428 686 250 Or renae@artzillery.com.au BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

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WOORAYL LODGE INC. 71-73 McCartin Street, Leongatha Phone 5662 2053, Fax 5662 3967 Inc. Assoc. A0025521Y

REGISTERED NURSE DIVISION 2 Permanent Part Time Applications are being sought for a Registered Nurse Division 2 for Permanent Part Time shifts on weekends and public holidays. Medication Endorsement preferable, but not essential. Aged Care experience is required. For further information contact Josephine White, Acting Manager on 5662 2053 Applications close 5pm, Friday, December 6, 2010 Josephine White ACTING MANAGER

CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG “NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER” 28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH

LOCAL NAVIGATION WARNING mitch37483

Parks Victoria is committed to protecting and enhancing the natural values of parks and reserves across the state. Examples of this conservation management are the control of introduced plant and animal species which can impact on these values. As part of an ongoing strategy notice is hereby given that Parks Victoria will be laying buried baits containing Sodium Monofluoroacetate (1080 poison) on public land for the control of foxes. Baits containing 1080 poison will be laid from Monday 29 November 2010 until Monday 10 January 2011. Baits will be laid at strategic sites and other known areas of fox habitat within the Mirboo North Regional Park, specifically the Lyrebird Walk. 1080 poison signs will be posted throughout the baited area and members of the public who are living, visiting or working in the above named park are advised to take particular care not to disturb or interfere with bait stations. Domestic dogs and cats are particularly susceptible to 1080 poison and should be under effective control, muzzled or kept away from the poisoned areas. The public is reminded that dogs are not permitted within the Regional Park at all times. Operational details may be obtained from Wayne Foon by calling Parks Victoria on 13 1963.

public notices

Inverloch 2010

Mariners and swimmers are advised that an exemption to the boating exclusion zone in the vicinity of Cuttriss Street has been granted for November 27 and 28 to the Inverloch Windsurfing Club. Training clinics will be conducted throughout the weekend and it is recommended that swimmers keep clear. Mariners are also advised that the exemption is granted only to Inverloch Windsurfing Club and all other vessels are to observe the exclusion zone. Bruce Green Harbour Master

TARWIN LOWER MARKET TWILIGHT MARKET at theTarwin Lower Hall on

Saturday, December 4, 2010 4pm - 8pm STALLHOLDERS WANTED Enquiries/Bookings to Hall Secretary, Carol Dwyer Ph: 5663 7657

HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropratic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L

Scots Pioneer Church Mardan South

PHILLIP ISLAND COASTAL DISCOVERY CAMP

• Casual Cook DESCRIPTION The YMCA Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp has recently undergone unprecedented growth in client numbers. This has been mainly due to the high quality of programming, presentation and staff interaction with our campers. We are seeking appropriately a Lead Cook for Casual positions over the next 12 months.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED • Current Working with Children Check. • Current First Aid Certificate is desirable. • Food Safety Level II.

November 28, 2010 2pm Pre-Christmas Celebrations with: Greg Wright & Brass Band Ensemble

Patrick Lanigan Dorothy Warren Rev Alan Dyall & Mrs Beth Dyall EVERYONE WELCOME

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT This position is in accordance with the terms and conditions of the YMCA Staff Certified Agreement 2008. The successful applicant/s will be subject to a Police Records Check. For position descriptions please contact Greg Phillips Camp Manager 5952 2467 Or email greg.phillips@ymca.org.au

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INVERLOCH CAFÉ PART TIME

CHEF OR COOK REQUIRED Please call Anne-Maree 0417 030 846

The Great Southern Star currently has a vacancy for a

Bookkeeper / Receptionist Temporary Position 1 day per week for 3 months

Knowledge of MYOB Premier essential Other duties: Banking General office duties Answering phone Booking advertisements Experience preferred Enquiries can be directed to the manager, Tony Giles on 0407 528 192

Early Education Teacher The YMCA Kindergarten Cluster (YKCM) program operates 31 sites in regional and rural Victoria. YKCM exists to provide support to independent community kindergartens. The following opportunity exists to join our dedicated teaching team. Mirboo North Kindergarten Part Time 26.75 hours per week Position Commences: Tuesday, February 1, 2011 Essential Requirements: Early Childhood Qualified; Current Police Records Check; Level 2 First Aid; Working With Children’s Check and Anaphylaxis Management Training A Position Description and further information is available by emailing julie.beatty@ymca.org.au or phone 5461 2145. Applications including cover letter and resume to julie.beatty@ymca.org.au Closing date: 5pm Wednesday, December 1.

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PRACTICE SUPERVISOR Full Time WONTHAGGI We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Practice Supervisor to manage and oversee the day to day running of our busy newly extended Practice in Wonthaggi. To be successful you will be able to demonstrate your contribution to an evolving professional workplace. You will need to possess: • Management experience in a General Practice environment • Ability to provide leadership and manage a diverse team of professionals • Ability to promote and expand the Practice’s profile • Knowledge of MBS schedule, bulk billing services and electronic claiming • Excellent computer skills, experience in Practix and Medical Director would be an advantage • Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills • A commitment to high quality patient service and positive team environment • Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills. Please email resumé to: Trish Wilson at twilson@maacg.com.au

SITUATION VACANT

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

ROSE LODGE AGED CARE FACILITY Due to the illness of the current incumbent this highly regarded facility is seeking to employ a Chief Executive Officer. Rose Lodge is a highly regarded facility within both the local community and the Aged Care field and is located in Wonthaggi, part of the spectacular Bass Coast Region, close to Phillip Island and 1½ hours to Melbourne. Rose Lodge is a not for profit community based 70 bed Low Care facility that has been operating successfully since 1967. Accreditation has been consistently achieved. Exciting plans to expand mean the new CEO will have skills in such areas as planning, finance, team management, aged care accreditation, governance and above all empathy toward our valued aged care clients. This is a challenging position that is supported by a volunteer committee and staff that are professional and committed. Rose Lodge wishes to attract the highest calibre person therefore an appropriate remuneration package, including salary sacrifice will be available to the successful applicant. Applications (including contact details for three professional referees) should be in writing and are to be received by close of business November 30, 2010 and addressed to: Mr Bill Berry (Confidential) President - Committee Rose Lodge PO Box 626, Wonthaggi, Victoria 3995

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Leongatha Motorcycles

WORKSHOP / SERVICE MANAGER Required

FULLTIME POSITION - 40 hours Must have good customer service and basic mechanical skills. Contact Kevin Gray

5662 3670

situations vacant APPRENTICESHIP/ TRAINEESHIP The opportunity exists for a person with a keen interest in agriculture, to undertake a Traineeship on a progressive dairy farm in Nerrena. Must be reliable and willing to learn. Phone 5664 7285 or 0439 409 949

Regional Landcare Program Facilitator

Full Time – Ongoing Traralgon, Leongatha or Maffra Supported by the Australian Government’s Landcare Facilitators Initiative and reporting to the Partnership Development Manager, this role will promote sustainable farm and land management practices throughout the region. It will contribute to and support the uptake of sustainable practices and landscape scale conservation in rural and regional landscapes in a changing climate. The role is part of a national network of skilled and informed Landcare facilitators that link, and support, community Landcare and production groups participating in sustainable farm and land management practices and on and off-farm NRM. This role will provide an effective interface with NRM regional bodies, industry, research and development corporations and the Australian, state and territory governments. The remuneration range being offered for the position is at WGCMA Level 4 classification ($63,802 – $92,460), which includes 9% superannuation and a full private use vehicle option. A laptop and mobile phone are offered in addition to your remuneration, along with an encouraging work environment that actively supports personal and professional development. A Position Description can be obtained via our website or by emailing kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au For further information contact Martin Fuller, Partnership Development Manager. Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria should be marked; ‘Regional Landcare Program Facilitator’ c/ HR/Payroll Ofﬁcer and must be received by 4pm on Wednesday 8th December. Email applications may be sent to kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au Geoff Hocking Chief Executive Ofﬁcer

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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

Funding Coordinator

• Casual Maintenance Person

Coordinator, Counselling

DESCRIPTION The YMCA Phillip Island Coastal Discovery Camp has recently undergone unprecedented growth in client numbers. This has been due in part to the high quality of fresh food and catering staff interaction with our campers. We are seeking a general maintenance person to fill 1 regular day per fortnight plus occasional weekday fill-in shifts on a variable-hours arrangement.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED • Current Working with Children Check compulsory. • Current First Aid Certificate is desirable. • Experience with low level maintenance tasks and gardening is desirable. • Might suit retired trades person or person looking for occasional work to fit in with other schedules.

Ofﬁce of the Vice-President (Administration) Student and Community Services Division Health, Wellbeing and Development Remuneration: $88,893 – $98,123 pa HEW Level 8 (includes 17% employer superannuation) Duration: Continuing appointment Enquiries: Ms Linda Bird, Executive Support Services on (03) 9905 3104 Location: Gippsland campus, Churchill Job No: 492342

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT This position is in accordance with the terms and conditions of the YMCA Staff Certified Agreement 2008. The successful applicant/s will be subject to a Police Records Check. For further details please contact Greg Phillips Camp Manager 5952 2467 Or email discoverycamp@ymca.org.au

Go to www.monash.edu/jobs for position details and application information

This pivotal role will lead the strategic planning efforts for the WGCMA’s annual investment cycle. It will work with WGCMA staff and our partner organisations to coordinate efforts and processes to attract funding to support the delivery of catchment management activities and projects. This includes funding sought through the Victorian Investment Framework and the Australian Government’s Caring For Our Country initiative. The role will also be responsible for initiating and supporting partnerships between the WGCMA and non-Government investors such as corporate bodies and philanthropic trusts to augment government funding sources as well as ensuring we are fulfilling our reporting responsibilities related to funding. The remuneration range being offered for the position is at WGCMA Level 4 classification ($63,802 – $92,460), which includes 9% superannuation and a full private use vehicle option. A laptop and mobile phone are offered in addition to your remuneration, along with an encouraging work environment that actively supports personal and professional development. A Position Description can be obtained via our website or by emailing kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au For further information contact Martin Fuller, Partnership Development Manager. Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria should be marked; ‘Funding Coordinator’ c/ HR/Payroll Officer and must be received by 4pm on Wednesday 8th December. Email applications may be sent to kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au Geoff Hocking Chief Executive Officer

An Equal Opportunity Employer and EOWA Employer of Choice for Women

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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Full Time – Ongoing Traralgon, Leongatha or Maffra

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LEONGATHA GOLF CLUB

MANAGER/SECRETARY Leongatha Golf Club is one of Gippsland’s leading golf clubs with a well appointed club house that accommodates outside functions and all club events. The Manager/Secretary is responsible for the management of the club house including the bar, bistro, golf shop, organising functions and the daily running of golf activities. The Manager will work closely with the Board and is responsible for organising staff and volunteers. The successful applicant will have a positive attitude, excellent customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to advance the growth of the club. Thus it is expected the applicant will have proven experience in a golf club and/or golf shop. The job description is at www.leongathagolf.com.au. Remuneration is negotiable based on the ‘Registered & Licenced Club Award 2010’. Applications outlining experience and qualifications to be forwarded to: The President, Leongatha Golf Club at PO Box 578, Leongatha 3953 or leaverlandscapes@bigpond.com.au Applications close at 5pm on December 10, 2010 Enquiries to Mr Chris Leaver on 0411 172 553

agistment

for sale

30 ACRES agistment available immediately, Boolarra region. Marilyn 0429-618881.

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

CARAVAN AVAN Ray Mk II Dec 07 Pop top Sleeps 6 Awning and annexe 14’ extends to 17’3” EXCELLENT CONDITION

for sale

VACUUM CLEANER

Solid wall slide-out double bed, front double bunks fold down to couch, electric HWS, 12V battery, microwave, gas/elec. fridge. Full service history. $28,500 neg.

Repairs DUST BAGS

Sales

FREE

for sale

BOAT - Savage 4m aluminium, tilt trailer, steering wheel, hydraulic lift motor, canopy and boat tarpaulin. Reg. to 5/2011, $5,200 ONO. 0431-730257 or b/h 5662-9314.

QUOTES

Contact Stuart 0419 342 221

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

5672 3127

LAWN MOWER / Outfront 1800HP DIESEL

BOAT FOR SALE $12,000 or offer Carribbean Cobra 17ft, 2003 with Dunbier Trailer - good condition Drive on trailer auto catch; Johnston 90 V4 outboard; anchor winch Garmin GPS, Humming Bird depth ﬁnder and marine radio. Contact Stuart Colyer on 5662 2708

300 hours Dealer serviced AS NEW Cost $20,000 Sell - $10,500 Simon 0434 880 618

2005 HONDA FORZA 250cc

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MILKER Required

MONDAY - FRIDAY 240 cow progressive dairy farm in Nerrena 16 a/side swingover, ACRs, good quiet cows. Some additional work during the day may be available. Attractive pay rate depending on experience Phone 5664 7285 or 0439 409 949

40,062km, automatic $6,000 ONO 0417 147 254

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JAYCO CARAVAN, Poptop, 2 rear bunks, side kitchen, front lounge / double bed, 16 ft, full oven. Plus annex. VGC, $9,500 ONO. 56687202.

CUSTOM BUILT camper tandem trailer, bench, fridge, microwave, 12 foot tent, with extras, easy set up, lots of storage, $4,500. 0417-341878.

MOBILE COOL ROOM, 2.23m long, 1.14m wide, 1.61m height, Venus Bay, $3,000. Ph: 0400-052171, 5663-7503.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175 FOR PRIVATE SALE House block, 1022m2 flat in Arcadia Cres. Leongatha. Ph: 0407-810237 or 0400107761 for enquiries. GARDEN SHED galvanised iron with metal frame and side door, 308cm x 287cm x 200cm high, in good condition, $250. Ph: 0439-879550. GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, pure bred, black and tan, 4M & 2F, dewormed, deflead, vet checked and vacc. Parents on view. Ph: 0409-856165. HAY - small square bales, $6 each. Fully shedded, suitable for horses, never been wet. Quality guaranteed. No weeds. Mardan - 5664-1320, 0428999691. HAY/SILAGE, 50 acres permanent pasture standing grass, Buffalo area. Make an offer. Phone Sharron 0437-253886. JAYCO Pop-Top, 15’, full front bunks, rear double bed, can sleep 5, new tyres, 900kg. Very clean, tidy, $7,500. 5657-3298.

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APPRENTICE CABINET MAKER An opportunity exists for someone with a genuine interest in Cabinet making to commence an apprenticeship in early 2011. The successful applicant must demonstrate initiative, an eagerness to learn and be self motivated. Please forward your resumé to: 104 Horn Street Leongatha 3953 Applications close November 30

RAYBURN slow combustion stove, needs overhaul $200. New double bed mattress $50, very large dog kennel $40, 270L Frigidaire fridge $40, 2 round dining tables $25 each. Ph: 0408-521417.

GARAGE SALE 8 Ditchley Court LEONGATHA (off Simons Lane)

Saturday, November 27 8.30am start Household goods, toys, books, clothes, and more

GARAGE SALE (rear of) 17 Bellingham Street Leongatha 8am Saturday, November 27 Down the lane opposite Dakers Centre See us when you vote Look for signs and balloons Something for everyone

SURPLUS square bales hay, dry, shedded, $5 per bale. Pick up only. Ph: 0409-270500.

GARAGE SALE

TANDEM TRAILER 5th wheeler, 3.2 tonne capacity, hop dip galv., elec. brakes. 3 in 1: 14’ x 6’6” plant trailer with ramps, smooth side crate, H.D. rubber floor mat, drops to a 14’ x 7’10” deck. Price $6,500. Ph: 5662-3961. TIMBER - kiln dried blackwood, clear pine, silver wattle. Most sizes for furniture and craft. Also builder’s graded structural pine. Phone 5681-2261.

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

garage sales COMBINED 5 families. November 27, 28 Ogilvy Street, Leongatha. Strictly 8am start.

GARAGE SALE The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our

GARAGE SALE KIT KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $31.90)

$25

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SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.

LEONGATHA - 11 Griffin Road, Saturday 27th, 8am start. No early birds.

Landcare Project 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

RAMS - Poll Dorset and Border Leicester. Flock registered, brucellosis accredited, well grown, $300 each. Can deliver. 0428-356376 or 56862699.

free

KEVIN GARDINER KITCHENS

Full Time – Fixed Term Leongatha This position will oversee the Westernport Targeted Land Stewardship (TLS) project and sustainable agriculture and natural resource management projects as required. The incumbent will maintain and strengthen existing partnerships with other South Gippsland Landcare Network (SGLN) staff and other partners to ensure the objectives of the TLS program and other projects are fulfilled. In conjunction with a small team, the position will provide the necessary coordination, leadership, strategic planning and support to the South Gippsland Landcare Community for its continued success in a changing environment. The remuneration range is $51,346 - $65,553 and includes 9% superannuation. This position is a fixed term contract with funding available up until the 30th September 2011. There is a possibility of an extension dependant upon funding availability. A Position Description can be obtained via our website or by emailing kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au For further information about the role please contact Belinda Brennan, South Gippsland Landcare Coordinator. Applicants addressing the Key Selection Criteria should be marked; 'Landcare Project Officer' c/ HR/Payroll Officer and must be received by 4pm on Wednesday 8th December. Email applications may be sent to kellyr@wgcma.vic.gov.au Geoff Hocking Chief Executive Officer

for sale

CARAVAN - Galaxy poptop, 2003. Single axle, single beds, awning, heaps of cupboards and extras, 7’ x 18’. Excellent condition $20,500. 0417-673581.

• 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Marker Pen • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

Total package valued at $39 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classiﬁeds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement

6 Yarragon Road LEONGATHA Saturday, November 27 8.30am start Household items, books, clothing, tools, toys Camping & fishing gear Engel 2-way fridge 1,000 litre water tank

used machinery

AJAX 3 PUMP, good working order $1,100; Mineral Dispenser, variable speed 1-10 $880; hay tedder Taarup $3,300. Ph: 5664-9293.

MOWER CONDITIONER, Vicon KM3000, 8 disc, fully reconditioned, $12,500 inc. Ph: 5674-5520, mob: 0419343307.

used vehicles

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

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593

KHIA PREGIO 2004, 160,000km, near new tyres, new alt. 6 months ago. Reg: UWI255 June 11, $8,300. Ph: 0401-730203.

TOYOTA HILUX 1995 SR5 dual cab 4x4, 2.8L diesel, 5 spd manual, a/c, p/s, lots extras, NFD334, $12,500 ONO. Ph: 5662-3085.

work wanted RELIEF MILKING COUPLE

Over 30 years dairy farming experience. All aspects of dairy farming. Ex farm owners in top 1% for overall farm performance. FARM HOUSE AN OPTION Please phone (03) 9786 8795 or mob. 0488 490 177 Email philandeileen@bigpond.com

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wanted to buy FURNITURE: Parker, Noblett, Tessa, Chiswell, Moran, or any quality brand name used furniture. Phone Wendy on 0409-234482. JERSEY heifer Please phone 398822.

calves. 0447-

message of hope WHOEVER goes to the Lord for safety, remains under the protection of the Almighty. Psalm 91:1.

marriage celebrant

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

CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

MERLENE STRATTON Leongatha 5662 2574

bereavement thanks ARMSTRONG - Rob. We would like to thank everyone - our family and our friends - for their love, kindness, generosity and support following Rob’s death. We have been overwhelmed by everyone’s expression of sympathy and friendship. Please accept this as our personal thanks to each and everyone. Lee and Ian Armstrong.

Bike win for Poowong STUDENTS from Poowong Consolidated Primary School have come second in the state final of the 2010 RoadSafe Bike Ed Challenge. Cowes Primary came third and Poowong student Ebony Johnson was named equal best girl to complete the course. The two local schools were pipped by Yarragon Primary, which scored 581 to Poowong’s 578 and Cowes’ 542. Six other schools, including Boolarra, took part in the final. The final occurred at Morwell in perfect weather. RoadSafe Gippsland chairman Andy Milbourne was extremely proud of the way all students conducted themselves and supported each other through the day. “The efforts displayed by all the teams showed they had terrific bike riding skills and great road craft knowledge that will go a long way toward keeping them safe on our roads,” he said. “RoadSafe would like to encourage all schools in Gippsland to enter a team into their local competition next year.” Details on how to help primary school students gain better riding skills and improved road craft knowledge are available on the RoadSafe website: www.roadsafe.

org.au

$25,000 for foundation BASS Coast Council has given $25,000 to the Bass Coast Community Foundation.

“What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for each other?”

in memoriam CAFARELLA - Thomas (Tom). 8.2.29 - 23.11.01. We miss you more than words can say. Forever in our hearts. Your loving family Connie, Diana, Mark, Carlo, Angela (dec.) and families. CURWAIN - Alicia Rose. 19.11.2009 - 25.11.2009 In loving remembrance of our precious granddaughter and David and Kaz’s first beloved daughter. Treasured memories. Love Martin and Rosie. SEMKEN - Margaret. 16.12.1922 to 26.11.2007 Another year has gone by but the memories are still strong. Love Val, Shelley, Teresa and their families. SMITH - Lorraine. 13 years have passed but we still miss you every day. Lofe always from Leila, Rosie and Rob.

Final place: Colin Suggett’s National Anxiety Index at the McClelland Gallery.

Artist so close VENUS Bay artist Colin Suggett may have missed out on winning $100,000 but he is still honoured to be a ﬁnalist in Australia’s most coveted outdoor sculpture contest. He was one of 34 ﬁnalists from 188 candidates in the McClelland Sculpture Survey and Award, announced on Sunday. Mr Suggett’s work, National Anxiety Index, is a commentary on how the public is given reason to worry by the media and politicians. “The piece was getting a good response at the opening. A lot of people were wanting to know more about it,” he said. More than 100,000 visitors are expected to see the exhibition at the McClelland Gallery at Langwarrin over the next seven months, guaranteeing Mr Suggett wide exposure. He is still eligible for the $20,000 People’s Choice Award, to be announced at the end of the exhibition in June.

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Top riders: these students from Poowong Consolidated Primary School came second in the state ﬁnal of the Bike Ed Challenge. Ebony Johnson (centre front) was named equal best girl. Back from left, Scott Loughridge, Cameron Knight, Nicole Lancey, Tahnae Blight, teacher Jim Leicester and Will Luke. Front from left, Chantelle Aitken, Grace Green, Ebony Johnson, Reuben De Battista and Liam Blight.

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8249 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Broke in two. 8, Nuts. 9, Be-th(ere). 10, LanC-e. 11, Yard (rev.). 12, Ill-gotten. 16, S-et al-ight. 20, Draw (rev.). 22, H-as-te. 23, (l)Earn(ers). 24, C-le-o. 25, Light lunch. Down - 1, Or-deal. 2, Sky-high. 3, Fi-llet (rev.). 4, Stance. 5, M-one-y. 7, Stern. 13, Tot (rev.). 14, Hide-o-us. 15, Drill. 17, E-N-sign. 18, A-vert-s. 19, Ho-race. 21, Whole (hole). QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8249 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Instructor. 8, Oily. 9, Gait. 10, Latin. 11, Exit. 12, Decompose. 16, Fortunate. 20, Lass. 22, Later. 23, Shed. 24, Menu. 25, Marionette. Down - 1, Insane. 2, Stetson. 3, Burlap. 4, Status. 5, Crone. 7, Slain. 13, Oar. 14, Aniseed. 15, Valet. 17, Outcry. 18, Turbot. 19, Treaty. 21, Slump.

The cheque was presented to foundation deputy chair Sylvia Davey, by mayor Cr Peter Paul, during last week’s council meeting. In thanking the mayor, Ms Davey said the support from council and the community was “fantastic”. Fifteen local people have now signed up to join the community leaders’ group; which means they have committed to donating $2000 a year for ﬁve years. Ms Davey said council’s cheque would help the foundation continue its good work with the elderly, youth, the environment and community strengthening. Councillors decided that all future proﬁts from the annual mayoral ball, be donated to the foundation. Cr Gareth Barlow confessed to surprise that that was ever in contention. The ball was reinstated by former mayor Cr Neville Goodwin, to raise money for the foundation, amounting to more than $90,000 since 2004. This year’s ball netted $20,000.

Great support: Bass Coast Community Foundation deputy chair Sylvia Davey, thanks Bass Coast mayor Cr Peter Paul, for a cheque for $25,000.

Go solar and save ACCORDING to Dr Mark Fleming of sustainability company Renewable Future, electricity prices are soaring and little is being done for rural non-gas areas. These households have large roof areas and wood heating (and/or heat pumps). Electricity demands of 30kWh/d (15kWh/d house and 15kWh/d hot water) are common. Roam Consulting in 2010 forecast increased electricity prices which have already been exceeded ($200/ MWh=20c/kWh). Government policy also proposes to ban the installation of electric hot water systems. Solar hot water and power will help avoid rising power costs but the common units are designed for urban areas. Photovoltaic units are plastic backed and prone to ember attack. Hot water electric/LPG boosting will become very expensive. Dr Fleming suggests the installation of a 2.5kW thinfilm photovoltaic unit and solar hot water with a flue boost. These actions could reduce a 30kWh/d house’s usage to around 4kWh/d. If wood heating is not used then a heat pump hot water with solar could be used to yield about the same performance. Thinfilm panels are glass backed (hard to burn, unlike plastic) and out perform standard units. The best hot water units have stainless steel tanks and evacuated glass tubes. Dr Fleming suggests you put in place a sustainability plan. The cost of inaction is very high. Dr Fleming estimates around $25,500 for the first 10 years alone. For any questions please ring Dr Fleming on 5975 3997 or 0409 146 495.

Electricity prices soaring: from left, Bruce Jones and Dr Mark Fleming of sustainability company Renewable Future, install a solar system.

Call for nurse funding THERE are only three government-funded Parkinson’s specialist nurses serving the whole of Victoria. They are based in Melbourne and do not visit regional areas. Parkinson’s Victoria wants that to change and has called on the Labor Party and the Coalition, to commit $1.8 million in recurrent funding for 10 specialist Parkinson’s nurses in regional Victoria. Parkinson’s Victoria CEO Glenn Mahoney, said there are up to 20,000 Victorians living with Parkinson’s. Their care would be greatly improved by not having to travel long distances to have access to specialist nurses. There is an active Parkinson’s support group in South Gippsland and another at San Remo.

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Skaters turn out in force Midweek THE Annual Wonthaggi YMCA/ Vortex Spring fest Skate Competition was held in perfect conditions recently at the Wonthaggi Skate Park.

Great game: David Mann Section 2 winner, Ruth Stevenson Section 2 runner-up, Loree Evans Section 3 runner-up and Elvie Olden Section 3 winner.

With the inclusion of a junior and open scooter division, this year’s event was bigger. The resurgence of local skateboarding swelled competitor numbers in the open skate category to the highest in some time and it was great to see so many original WSI members come along and help out the Vortex crew who are celebrating 10 years of running local skate competitions. Competitors ranged in age from eight years old to a more experienced mid 30s with all ages doing their best to impress the judges. Highlights from the day had to go to Leongatha scooter rider Ben Patterson with a tuck no handed back ﬂip, Frankston skater

Matt Taylor with a nose blunt in the bowl and Vortex team rider Josh Sheerin pulled out a massive frontside indy air. Thanks must go to Bass Coast YMCA, Vortex Surf & Skate and Loe’s Hardware & Hire for running the event and to the local youth.

Results Skate 15/U: 1st Craig Justice (Ventnor), 2nd Caleb Chiron (Rhyll), 3rd Jayden Hallett (Wonthaggi). Encouragement award to 8-year-old Oscar Barclay (Cowes). Skate Open: 1st Josh Sheerin (Wonthaggi), 2nd Matt Taylor (Frankston), 3rd Craig Justice (Ventnor). Scooter 12/U: 1st Jake McMahan (Wonthaggi), 2nd Taaj Purdey (Cowes), 3rd Kyle Davidson (Wonthaggi). Scooter Open: 1st Jayden Hallett (Wonthaggi), 2nd Ben Patterson (Leongatha), 3rd Adam Pugh (Anderson).

Leongatha croquet AS we watched the black clouds pass by, Leongatha ran a very successful tournament. Entries came from Bendigo, Phillip Island, Traralgon, Morwell and Korumburra. All were very impressed with our playing surface. We ran three sections: Section 1: winner Colin Crawford, Traralgon; runnerup Sandra Birch, Leongatha. Section 2: winner David Mann, Phillip Island; runnerup Ruth Stevenson, Korumburra. Section 3: winner Elvie Olden, Leongatha; runner-up Loree Evans, Phillip Island. The rafﬂe, donated by club members, was won by Robert Smallwood, Morwell. As president I thank all the members for their working commitment to our lawns and tournament, and a very large thank you to Bakers Delight for the yummy food.

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

WE have come to the end of another season.

Could all home teams please ring scores in to Di Harrison on 5664 5467 (leave message if not home) and also send score sheets as well. Teams will only be contacted if there is a change after this ladder, otherwise all remains the same. Don’t forget, teams not in the ﬁnals must umpire their relevant sections. Section 1 and 2 will play at Leongatha and Section 3 will play at Inverloch. Please ensure teams who have not paid their forfeit ﬁnes to be sent to me as soon as possible.

Ladders

Sandra Birch Section 1 runner-up and Colin Crawford Section 1 winner.

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.

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NOVEMBER Time

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Add one hour for daylight saving

24 WED

25 THUR

26 FRI

27 SAT

28 SUN

29 MON

30 TUE

0137 0715 1315 1914 0218 0754 1400 1953

1.59 0.67 1.33 0.19 1.63 0.62 1.35 0.17

0259 0833 1444 2033

1.63 0.57 1.37 0.17

0338 0913 1527 2114

1.62 0.53 1.37 0.20

0417 0954 1612 2158

1.58 0.49 1.36 0.26

0457 1038 1700 2244

1.54 0.45 1.34 0.35

0538 1124 1758 2333

1.49 0.42 1.32 0.46

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

Ready to go: Sean Passarin of Wonthaggi dropping in.

Fishing report by Fishnutt AS the weather warms up we start to see a lot more people heading out onto the water. Their aim is to have fun and catch a few ﬁsh. In this report, we hope to make it a little bit easier to ﬁnd what you’re after.

Westernport Bay The snapper fishermen have been having a hard time lately but all seems to be on the improve now, with both the barometer and the water temperature on the rise. The most consistent reports have come from Corinella, the corals and lysaughts. Tim Smith from Wonthaggi Cabinets had a great time last week on the corals, taking six reds between 3kg and 4.5kg, while he still caught and released another 20 fish. Well done Tim. King George whiting are starting to show up in bigger numbers around Dickies Bay, Tortoise Head bank and Coronet Bay. Several larger fish have been taken by snapper fishermen out from Ventnor, with the best I have seen so far measuring 54cm. Plenty of squid being taken in Cleeland Bight. Bated jigs are outfishing imitation jigs. The best news so far has been the mulloway taken to date. Fish between 8kg and 25kg plus have been caught between Elizabeth Island and Corinella on pilchards. Most of the jetties have been producing fish, with the best being Newhaven on the

Section 1 Inverloch Silver ...................87.0 Inverloch Gold.....................82.0 Westernport .........................80.0 Wonthaggi Rosellas .............75.0 Phillip Island .........................59.0 Foster Blue ............................39.0 Foster Yellow ........................35.0 Wonthaggi Swans..................21.0 Section 2 Inverloch Madﬁsh ...............92.5 Korumburra ........................87.0 Bena ......................................82.0 Wonthaggi ............................55.0 Phillip Island Penguins .........48.5 Inverloch Red ........................46.0 Inverloch Blue.......................44.0 Phillip Island Koalas .............21.0 Section 3 Outtrim ................................80.0 Nyora ....................................75.0 Leongatha ............................66.0 Grantville .............................64.0 Wonthaggi .............................47.0 Inverloch ...............................45.0 Fish Creek .............................37.0

start of the run-in tide. Snapper between 1kg and 4kg have been caught on a regular basis. San Remo Pier is still consistent for good sized calamari on low tide, baited jigs giving the best results. Flinders Pier also has calamari with coutta attacking the baits and making a trip here fun and interesting.

Kilcunda Salmon up to 1.5kg are still being taken, mostly on the run-in tide. The best results have been on bluebait and poppers. A few gummys have shown up after dark around the cemetery beach.

Inverloch Town beaches have been a bit slow, with a few whiting managing to ﬁght their way through the weed and the crabs. Bass yabbies have been the best bait. The area around the entrance has plenty of silvers and whiting to make the trip worthwhile. Bass yabbies and whitebait are deﬁnitely the best baits.

Port Welshpool Franklin and Toora channels have been the pick of the area, with snapper up to 12kg. Pilchard and squid have been best. Plenty of garﬁsh on the run-in tide. Gummys and school shark have helped make up some impressive bags.

Lakes Entrance Neville from Cranbourne went down to visit mum and dad and took advantage to wet a few lines. Seven ﬂat-

head over 50cm made the trip worthwhile, with mum and dad getting two meals from one fish measuring 62cm. Well done Nifty. Flathead and mackeral are being caught in the Cunningham Arm, with best baits being prawns and pilchards. The town jetties have been a bit quiet, with a few trevally taking prawns. Tambo River Excellent fishing here of late, with flathead and bream taking prawns, small crabs and soft plastics.

Shallow Inlet Consistent catches of ﬂathead, whiting and trevally has made this area a hot spot lately. Best baits have been pilchards, prawns and soft plastics on a run-out tide.

Hollands Landing Flathead, flathead and more flathead, good catches and good sized fish, with the best results on prawns. Over the last couple of years the reports of ramp rage have been on the increase. Remember, patience is only a virtue when practised by all. A friendly smile and a wave are great, but it can’t hurt to offer a helping hand rather than criticise and get upset. Until government at all levels recognises the need for better facilities, we all have to make do with what we have. So please don’t let frustration ruin a good day. Stay safe and good fishing to you all. If you have a report or question, call Fishnutt on 0409 865 843.

Meeniyan basketball Results - Women November 3: Hogs 60 (K. Lafferty 20, N. Green 12, D. Jones 10) d Ninidengletaz 18 (C. Schelling 8, D. Schelling 4). Test Tubes 66 (K. Grylls 21, K. Berryman 16, C. Standﬁeld 16) d Mixtures 12 (M. Martin 6, J. Redpath 4). November 10: Hogs 75 (K. Lafferty 18, N. Green 15, J. LePage 9, K. Aldridge 9) d Mixtures 24 (G. Martin 8, J. Mackie 6, M. Martin 4, R. McLean 4). Test Tubes 70 (M. Hughes 26, K. Grylls 12, S. Anderson 10, R. Stefani 9) d Ninidengletaz (S. Paterson 10, R. Browne 6, K. McIndoe 4). November 17: Ninidengletaz 41 (P. Charlton 9, K. McIndoe 7, S. McIndoe 7, C. McIndoe 7) d Mixtures 15 (R. McLean 10, T. Cecil 3, F. Smith 2). Hogs 44 (N. Green 14, K. Lafferty 13, D. Jones 8, A. Thorson 7) d Test Tubes 23 (K. Berryman 7, M. Hughes 6, R. Stefani 6, C. Standﬁeld 4).

Results - Men November 9: Shake N Bake 53 (D. Rodwell 17, M. Malloy 14, Z. Chalmers 8) d Goatriders 37 ( T. Manne 17, S. Vuillermin 12, T. Price 5). Young Ones 63 (T. Goss

22, T. Finlay 20, L. Findlay 11) d R & R 60 (J. Schelling 22, L. Byrnes 18, J. Byrnes 12). Chocos (C. Park 13, D. Jenkins 8, L. Park 7) drew with Salt Shaker (J. Williams 13, T. Allott 8, M. Allott 7. Amberﬂuids - bye. November 16: Shake N Bake 72 (D. Rodwell 34, S. Bentley 21, Z. Chalmers 10) d R & R 58 (C. Kuhnell 14, J. Byrnes 13, L. Byrnes 11, M. Linke 8). Goatriders 50 (T. Manne 18, T. Price 11, B. McGannon 7, S. Vuillermin 7) d Salt Shakers 20 (J. Williams 6, T. Allott 6, M. Allott 6). Chocos 30 (C. Park 8, J. Shaw 4, L. Park 3) d Amberﬂuids 36 (I. Brydon 14, M. Fawcett 7, J. Stuart 3. Young Ones - bye.

Ladders Men As at November 16 Shake N Bake .....................131 Young Ones.........................105 Chocos .................................106 Goatriders........................... 119 Amberﬂuids ...........................86 Salt Shaker .............................63 R & R .....................................87 Women As at November 17 Hogs.....................................275 Test Tubes ...........................128 Ninidengletaz........................56 Mixtures ................................28

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Leongatha squash A Grade: Jelly Beans 2-10-125 d Jelly Babies 2-8108, Chicos 4-12-125 d Bullets 0-5-99, Gummi Bears 2090116 d Bananas 2-7-113. B Grade: Tigers 3-11-110 d Pies 1-3-70, Hawks 3-9-106 d Swans 1-8-95, Cats 3-9-121 d

Dogs 1-6-103. Good luck to all the teams that made the ﬁnals. Don’t forget our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, November 23 at the squash courts at 7.30pm. Your support is vital for the club to continue.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, November 23, 2010 - PAGE 55

South Gippsland pennant bowls

ROUND 7 was completed in magniﬁcent spring conditions. There were few surprises in Division 1 as the favourites got up in three of the four games played. Leongatha (away) pushed Inverloch all the way to the ﬁnish winning two of the three rinks and failing to take the game by six shots. Mirboo North (home) were no match for Korumburra who won by a comfortable 16 shots. Phillip Island (away) shot to the top of the ladder with a 12 shots win over Wonthaggi, which now languish in third last place, whilst Lang Lang (home) had the narrowest of wins by one over Foster; winning one rink, losing another and drawing the third rink. In Division 2, Inverloch White (home) had a narrow two shot win over Toora. Phillip Island (home) failed to impress losing by 25 shots against Meeniyan, whilst Wonthaggi (home) have well and truly got an attack of the ‘colliwobblies’ losing to a rejuvenated San Remo by seven shots, whilst Leongatha (home) continue to resurrect their season with

a strong 10 shot win over Inverloch Blue. The results of all matches were: Division 1: Inverloch 1275 d Leongatha 4-69; Mirboo North 2-60 lt Korumburra 1476: Wonthaggi 2-67 lt Phillip Island 14-79: Lang Lang 1371 d Foster 3-70. Division 2: Inverloch White 14-79 d Toora 2-76: Phillip Island 2-51 lt Meeniyan 14-76: Wonthaggi 2-66 lt San Remo 14-73: Leongatha 1477 d Inverloch Blue 2-67. Division 3: Foster 14-72 d Fish Creek 2-69: Loch 16-94 d Wonthaggi 0-42; Korumburra 16-84 d Phillip Island 0-67: Corinella 16-97 d Tarwin Lower 0-70: Division 4: Phillip Island 2-59 lt Korumburra 14-85: Inverloch 16-86 d San Remo 0-48: Leongatha 13-70 d Mirboo North 3-68. Division 5: Lang Lang 1275 d Tarwin Lower 4-69: Port Welshpool 2-73 lt Wonthaggi 14-85; Meeniyan 16-93 d Loch 0-54. Fish Creek 16-86 d Inverloch 0-48 . Division 6: Toora 0-0 (Bye): Phillip Island 12-50 d Wonthaggi 2-44; San Remo 2-47 lt Meeniyan 12-48. Denis Stanes’ ‘kiss of death’ tips for next week are,

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The next round, November 27 sees Division 1 away to Mirboo North, with Division 2 at home to Inverloch White and Division 4 also at home to Phillip Island. Sunday, November 21 saw the Regent Caravans tournament ladies triples event take place. The winners on the day were the team of Trish McCormack, Jay Allen-Dale and Joy Brown; runners-up were a Phillip Island team skippered by Ann Green; 3rd was the team of Faye Turner, Joy Todd and Marlene Rayson; 4th a San Remo team skippered by Carol Thorn. Best last game was an Inverloch team skippered by Joy Hargraves. The club thanks Regent Caravans for their valued support of this tournament and to women’s bowls in particular on Sunday, November 21. The next round will be held on Sunday, March 20 and will be the afﬁliated triples. Entries close two weeks prior to the event. Reminders: the next Kitty Club tea night will be held on Friday, December 3.

IT was not a good week for our ladies, Division 2 going down to Loch by just four shots, while Division 3 lost to Meeniyan by just three shots. The next round sees Division 2 at home to Wonthaggi and Division 3 at home to Wonthaggi. Tuesday, November 16 saw round two of the twilight business bowls in action and the results now show there are only ﬁve teams with two wins and they are Murphys, followed by the Tradies, The Shed and NAB. Next Tuesday evening, November 23 should see a real battle to see if these ﬁve go undefeated. Saturday, November 20 saw a great round of SGBA pennant, as far as Leongatha club is concerned. Division 1 travelled to Inverloch and went down 75 to 69 shots, while Division 2 were at home to Inverloch Blue and came out winners, 77 to 67, with Division 4 in a tight struggle with Mirboo North, coming out winners by just two shots, 70 to 68.

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LADIES pennant for the past two weeks has been held in fine weather. On Sunday November 21, Division 1 lost at home by one shot to Port Welshpool and also away to Foster with one rink successful. Division 3 has had wins against Foster by 13 shots and Leongatha by 12 shots. This week Division 1 played Lang Lang away and Division 3 played Korumburra away. Monday November 15 was our affiliated fours Invitation Day, sponsored by Murray Goulburn. The winners were locals Doug Kuhne, Mick Scott, Peter Hill and Jim Milligan. The runnersup were Kevin McIntosh, Toby O’Boyle, Jim Scott and Les Goss from Inverloch. Social bowls winners over the past two weeks have been Trevor Bidwell and Irene Hill and Ron and Sam Thorson with Doreen Meikle. Anyone wishing to try bowls on these days is very welcome. 10.30am is the starting time and all that is required are flat shoes. Week two of our six week corporate pairs competition see

in Div 1, Wonthaggi (home) should just scrape home against Korumburra, Lang Lang (home) will surprise against ladder leader Inverloch to win by 15 shots, Leongatha (away) will have no trouble against Mirboo North, and Phillip Island (away) will trounce Foster by 40 shots.

Ladders Division 1 Phillip Island ...... -91 Leongatha .......... -32 Inverloch .............. -2 Korumburra ...... -39 Mirboo North ....... -1 Wonthaggi .......... -26 Lang Lang .......... -50 Foster .................. -87 Division 2 Inverloch White . -59 Toora .................. -49 Meeniyan ............ -16 Phillip Island ...... -40 Wonthaggi ........... -19 San Remo ............. -7 Leongatha ........... -84 Inverloch Blue .... -92 Division 3 Tarwin Lower .... -61 Korumburra ...... -22 Loch .................... -19 Corinella ............. -18 Wonthaggi ............. -2

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Inverloch: Les Goss, Huie Nation, Tim Hancock and Carol Hughes of the Inverloch team. Foster ................... -11 Fish Creek .......... -12 Phillip Island ...... -99 Division 4 Inverloch ............ -64 Korumburra ...... -61 Phillip Island ...... -44 San Remo .......... -27 Leongatha ........... -45

48 44 20 76 76 60 52 49

Mirboo North ..... -97 Division 5 Lang Lang .......... -42 Wonthaggi .......... -71 Tarwin Lower .... -43 Port Welshpool .. -30 Meeniyan ............. -14 Fish Creek .......... -67 Inverloch ............ -72

23 70 60 54 50 50 36 20

Fish Creek ........ -105 12 Division 6 Phillip Island ...... -51 61 Toora .................. -21 52 Wonthaggi ............ -9 37 Meeniyan ........... -39 30 San Remo ........... -42 16

More teams are urgently required. December Korumburra Tarwin Lower LADIES pennant on Tuesday was a day of 18 is our club Christmas party, names on sheet THE ladies pennant both please for the catering. Also, the ladies have mixed results for the Korumburra ladies. teams playing away saw DiDivision 2 were home to Fish Creek with put together a wonderful hamper to be drawn vision 2 unfortunately sufthat night. the team having a comfortable win. Bev Butfering a loss at Wonthaggi. Pennant next week will see the ladies in tons’ crew - Debbie Williams, Peter Goad and Division 3 playing InverDivision 2 home to Phillip Island. Division 3 Margaret Brown’s excellent win against L. loch also lost against a much ladies will play at Wonthaggi. The men’s DiviHarper’s ladies was our best result. stronger team. The Division 3 girls went to Phillip Island, sion 1 team will play at Wonthaggi, Division 3 will be home to Wonthaggi and Division 4 will where they became literally lost. Nancy GilBarefoot bowls continbe home to Inverloch. bert’s team of Margaret Hams, Joanna Lomagued for their second week What a change Saturday’s weather no and Judith Nicholls lost a four shot game in good weather with a good was to the week before. Swimming to turnout, bowlers enjoying against Diane Coleman’s team, our best result. sunbathing. Saturday was a golden day for all The ladies were back on the greens the various items cooked on three sides. Division 1 played at Mirboo North on Wednesday playing triples. The winthe barbecue. ners, with two games, 14 ends and 21 shots where the men recorded a 16 shot win. Shane Twilight bowls on Friday up Shirley Martin, Judy Baker and Grace O’Loughlin’s team of John Fisher, Alan Jordan was played in fine condiSeabrook. and Bill Dilg had an 18 shot win against Phil tions. The men’s social bowls on Thursday had Stimson’s team, our best result. Two teams took to the fewer members on the greens. After the games, Division 3 were at home to Phillip Island, the winners with three wins plus 21 shots were green and played a game of with the Korumbura men having a 17 shot win Chas Blogg and Alan Morphett. The drawn overall. Overall, at afternoon tea, they were 10 ends. card went to Ross P. Lomagno and Doug two shots down. Our best result was Rob CosWinners for the evening Berryman. son’s team of Gary Ingley, Bev Button and were Alan Marshall, Heather Thursday night’s twilight bowls had some John Elstub who had a 10 shot win against G. Marshall, Pauline Henwood of the regular faces missing, but those who Setford’s team. Division 4 played at Phillip Isand Charlie Gillam and 20 were on the greens had an enjoyable time, esland with a very good result overall, winning people stayed for tea. pecially as the third set of lights were switched by 30 shots. Bruce McLaren’s team of Chas Men’s pennant this Dion for the first time. No shadows. Well done Blogg, Ian Pepperall and Bill Thomson had an vision 2 playing away to Ron, John and Cosso and other members who excellent win against Jack Carnduff, our best Corinella and had a disashelped with the project. The winners on the result. Welcome back to Ian Pepperall after his night were Keith March, Noelene Cosson an absence to due ill health. trous loss. Bill Dorling. Division 5 played at Lang The selectors had to work last minute Coming events Lang and also lost; pull your changes to teams but the results were excelfingers out boys. November 28 is our memorial fours day. lent.. Thanks to all players who stepped up. the top four at present being K Inverloch ladies & G, Prom Country, G & P and going to Geoff Barber, Skye Loch Double Trouble. Pennant Twite, Bill Barry and Bep Saturday November 20 was Tuesday,November 16; Division 1 had PENNANT this past week Mandemaker. resulted in a win for Division round seven of pennant played a 14 shot win away at Port Welshpool unThursday’s social bowlers in ideal conditions. With three der very difficult conditions. Division 2 had 2 playing at home against Lebarely got started when the washouts we were happy to be on ongatha on Tuesday. a bye and Division 3 had an excellent win the green. Away to Phillip Island, Division 3 also won weather turned against them, beating Tarwin by 40 shots at home. Division 2 had a 25 shot win with The Wednesday triples continue to be a against Wonthaggi playing at so a cuppa and company was two rinks successful. Division 5 Loch on Saturday, but Meeni- enjoyed instead of bowls. huge success with 18 teams competing. at home to Loch won by 39 shots Club matches are proyan were too strong for DiviSponsors for this event was Bass Coast with all rinks getting the points. Refrigeration with Caroline coming to pres- sion 5 on their home green, gressing, with the men getDivision 6 away to San Remo ting through their championent the prizes. Winners for the day were also on Saturday. had a very close one shot win, Ann Marizzo, Barbara Dyke and Averil Van with one rink getting the points. Wednesday twilight bowl- ship rounds, and the ladies to This Saturday sees the start of the Wamel from Meeniyan. ers had a good time from all begin their 100 up games this second round. Division 2 will be Runners up were Glennys Emerson, Joy accounts, with the chocolates Wednesday. away to Wonthaggi and Division Todd and Glenda Trotman from Leongatha. 5 are home to Wonthaggi. DiviBest last game winners were Mavis Parks, Buffalo indoor sion 6 have a bye. Nick Van Grunsven who kindly substituted ON Wednesday, November 17, 11 players on a nice night to Members have been very busy for Una Stevens, and Edith Perrett. bowl saw four teams, three of three and one of two. There was this month attending other club Congratulations to everyone. a countback fourth to third. events. Avril Van Wamel, Annie Thank you to Nick and also Ray PayntIn fourth (DLL) 10 ends - 10 shots, skipper Graeme Tobias, Maruzza and Barbara Dyke were ing and Jeannie Burrows who filled in for Caroly Benson and Peter Heldens; third (DLL) 10 ends - nine winners at Inverloch’s triples day. the day. At Boolarra, Doug Kuhne, Keith shots, skipper Toni Heldens, Andrew Hanks and Jim Atkins; Don’t forget Wednesday, November 24 is second (LWW), skipper Alex Thompson, Glenys Pilkington Pocklington and Rod and Judy Charity Day, starting at 10am. Jackson won their fours day. and Ian Benson; first (WWW), skipper Rod McConchie and The mixed fours held last Sunday was a Sebastian Terranova. Friday November 26 is the ladies tournament and Thrusday day of great fun and lots of laughter. The best first game Rod 14-4, second Alex 9-5, third Rod December 9 is our Christmas Two birthdays this week, Maureen 9-3. breakup (note the change of date). Paynting and Shirley McGirr. Maureen is Hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7.30pm. Names for catering purposes celebrating a big one. needed by December 2.

SGDLBA pennant

Results - Round 7 November 16 DIVISION 1 Foster 78 (24 shots) d Meeniyan 54 (R. Richardson 21 d A. Van Wamel 18, L. Vignocchi 40 d M. Pearson 13, M. Climas 17 lt L. Hanks 23). Phillip Island 67 (4 shots) d Lang Lang 63 (P. Francis 20 d D. Motton 18, P. Davis 23 d J. Dowson 20, R. James 24 lt M. Hodges 25). San Remo 72 (5 shots) d Wonthaggi 67 (K. Hale 25 d I. Donohue 22, C. Thorn 28 d K. Simpson 13, S. Carvosso 19 lt L. Milkins 32). Inverloch 78 (14 shots) d Port Welshpool 64 (C. Hughes 29 d M. McDonald 24, A. Tschiderer 31 d A. Collins 16, I. Sheppard 18 lt N. Gore 24). DIVISION 2 Korumburra 101 (54 shots) d Fish Creek 47 (J. McVeigh 26 d F. McKenzie 16, B. Button 44 d L. Harper 10, J. McLaren 31 d P. Hazeltine 21). Loch 62 (3 shots) d Leongatha 59 (J. Miller 29 d T. McCormack 13, V. Kennedy 17 lt E. McIntyre 23, G. Garry 16 lt F. Turner 23). Wonthaggi 91 (34 shots) d Tarwin 57 (M. McBain 32 d H. Twite 15, T. Kavanagh 29 d G. Bright 26, J. Brusamarello 30 d M. Cridge 16). Corinella 85 (22 shots) d Phillip Island 63 (E. Johnston 29 d A. Green 17, T. Durbridge 28 d J. Boyce 21, M. Dillon 28 d H. Bosisto 25). Inverloch - bye (2 pts). DIVISION 3 Inverloch 63 (42 shots) d Tarwin 21 (V. Muir 35 d J. Stafferton 7, J. Arnold 28 d S. Browne 14). Wonthaggi 67 (37 shots) d Foster 30 (D. Yarley 27 d E. Dudﬁeld 20, G. Mitford 40 lt M. Freeman 10). Toora 55 (26 shots) d San Remo 29 (K. Barwick 22 d B. De Rooy 16, B. Curram 33 d G. Mendola 13). Phillip Island 62 (25 shots) d Korumburra 37 (D. Coleman 27 d N. Gilbert 22, E. Stephenson 35 d M. Wrench 15). Meeniyan 54 (12 shots) d Leongatha 42 (D. Lindhard 35 d M. Jepson 13, G. Densley 19 lt G. Emmerson 29).

Ladders Division 1 Inverloch ..........................+98 14 Phillip Island....................+72 10 San Remo ............................-3 10 Wonthaggi ......................+121 8 Lang Lang ........................ -15 6 Foster..................................-42 2 Meeniyan............................-89 2 Port Welshpool .................-142 2 Division 2 Korumburra ....................+84 11 Wonthaggi ........................+70 9 Leongatha ........................+65 9 Corinella...........................+23 8 Loch ...................................-25 7 Phillip Island .......................+1 6 Tarwin ................................-58 6 Inverloch ............................-86 6 Fish Creek ..........................-74 3 Division 3 Toora ................................+96 12 Inverloch ..........................+67 8 Wonthaggi .........................+20 8 Phillip Island....................+15 8 Meeniyan.............................+8 8 Korumburra ..........................-6 8 Leongatha...................................6 Foster..................................-35 6 San Remo ............................-39 4 Tarwin ...............................-126 2

Dumbalk Indoor

ON Monday, November 15, eight players competed in two games of 12 ends. The winners were Robert Burden (skip), Stephen Holmes, Mary Cook and Kay Cook with one win and plus two shots.

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South Gippsland Veterans Golf

TUESDAY, November 16 saw 90 golfers of senior years converge on Lang Lang Golf Club for the 2010 championship. Eighteen holes of stroke competition commenced beneath grey clouds and drizzle, but as the day wore on and the players wore out, sunshine and warmth took over. The course was in magnificent condition. This is the major annual competition for South Gippsland veteran golfers and there were numerous prizes. The competition was divided into sections – A Grade, (0-16), B Grade, (17-22), C Grade, (23-36) and an additional section for players over 70. No player could win more than one trophy. The overall winner and 2010 champion was Neville Thompson from Foster Golf Club. He finished with a 78 ‘off the stick’ playing off a handicap of 11 strokes, a fine performance. Neville has now won this event on five occasions. Runner-up with 79 was Doug Adams from Phillip Island. A Grade handicap winner was John Barton, (Wonthaggi), with 70 net and runner-up was John Leheny, (Phillip Island) 71 net. B Grade gross winner was John Little (Korumburra), 83. runnerup was William Thompson, (Korumburra), 87. B Grade handicap winner was David Hutchinson (Foster), 67 net and runner-up was Douglas Munro, (Wonthaggi), 69 net. C Grade gross winner was Peter Hookam, (Lang Lang), 93. Runner-up was Gregory Dean, (Phillip Island), 94. C Grade handicap winner was Thomas Jacobson, (Phillip Island) with a crushing 62 net and runner-up was Kenneth McDonald, (Lang Lang) 68. The 70 plus section was won by Phillip Chapman with a net 67 and runnerup was Angus Gregg, (Lang Lang), 68 net. The nearest the pins were won by John Davies (Wonthaggi) on five, John Little on 12 and Angus Gregg on 15. The ninth hole was won by 83-years-young John Watt from Phillip Island who aced it with a perfect tee shot. This is John’s sixth hole in one and seems to be becoming a habit. Balls down the line went to 74 net. The final game of the year and the AGM is at Phillip Island Golf Club on Thursday, December 9. Roast beef and Christmas pudding have been promised and you can wassail without restraint.

Dot Christie wins her 40 OVER the past two Wednesdays, November 10 and 17 the Meeniyan ladies have been playing in their club championships, with the third and final round being played on Sunday, November 21 for the first time to coincide with the men’s final day play of their championships. Dot Christie is the ladies club champion for the 40th time. The results for Wednesday, November 17 were section one winner Irene Holm 71 net, section two winner was Maureen Hams with 73 net, the best nine Linda Brown 33 net on a countback from Kristen Elliott, the putting was won by Irene Holm and Dot Christie, both with 28, down the line balls Veronica Park 73, Faye LePage 76, Dot Elliott 77 and Kristen Elliott 77. Heather McCaughan took out section three with 27 points. The Star Medallist for 2010 was Irene Holm. Sunday, November 21 saw 15 players for the final round of the championships. Section one winner was Dot

Christie with 71 net, section two winner was Maureen Hams also with 71 net, the best nine went to Linda Brown with 35 on a countback from Sue Hoskin, Dot Christie won the putting with 26, down the line balls to Sue Hoskin 72, Veronica Park 74 and Jan Trease 75. Heather McCaughan won section three with 19 points. The results of the championships which were sponsored by Ray and Heather Poletti and Campbells are: Club champion: Dot Christie 249. B Grade champion: Jan Trease 296. C Grade champion: Maureen Hams 332. D Grade champion: Heather McCaughan 64 points. The Molly Bloch Handicap champion Veronica Park 223 net. Senior lady champion: Dot Christie 225 net. Congratulations and thank you to David Thomson our hard working curator, and his many helpers for the wonderful presentation of the golf course for the championships. Don’t forget the club’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday, November 25

at 7-30pm and all members are invited to attend. Twilight golf is on Fridays from 3pm with great counter meals available. The golf club is having a garden walk around five beautiful Meeniyan gardens on Sunday, November 28 starting out at Buck Thorson (Morgan’s Rd) beautiful rose garden at 1pm. All welcome. Men’s championship The final round of the championships for the men was on Sunday, November 21. The A Grade men’s final 36 hole match play was between Brett McKnight and Graham Hoskin, with Brett winning on the 34th hole four and two. The B Grade winner was Scott Browne winning five and three over Craig Buckland, and in C Grade Rod Matthews defeated Wilf Richards six and five. Once again thank you to Ray and Heather Poletti and Campbells for their ongoing sponsorship of the club championships. Club champion: Brett McKnight. B Grade champion: Scott Browne. C Grade champion: Rod Matthews.

Club champions: Dot Christie and Brett McKnight.

Mens winners: Rod Matthews (C Grade), Brett McKnight (Club champion) and Scott Browne (B Grade).

Fun times: Graham Green walks to the next hole.

Leongatha THE annual Magpie Day attracted 75 men and 12 ladies and a dozen Collingwood identities. This day began in 1993, so this is the ﬁrst time that it has been played while Collingwood have been the reigning premiers. Thank you to the Magpie supporters who sponsored the day. Kevin Castwood won A Grade with 37 points on a countback from Peter Rayson, both playing in a 17 handicap. Ed Poole (41 points) took the major prize in B Grade ahead of Graham Burt who scored a creditable 40 points. In C Grade, the unbeatable John King scored 42 points leaving Fred Debono as runner-up on 39. Joy Runge was best of the ladies on 39 points. Geoff Tyson won pro-pin while Tom Stephens had bearest the pin on the 16th. The following won balls: D. Malone, R. Paice 38, W. Surman 37, P. Horman, I. Barlow, G. Morrison, J. Smith 36, N. Johnson, R. Williams, M. Grifﬁths, D.

Williams, C. Gray, A. Adcock, B. Jamieson 35, B. Rushbrook, A. Prior, A. de Bondt 34. Tuesday: Well done to Frank Smedly who doesn’t win so often, but he was easily the day’s best player scoring an excellent 41 points. Tim McCarthy’s 38 was the nearest anyone could get to Frank T. Curry and G. Maker won the nearest the pin prizes. Ball winners: E. Poole 37, M. Thomas 36, B. Jamieson, J. Lowell 35, V. Rowlands, J. Cummins 34, I. Sutherland 33, D. Clemann 32. Thursday: A good ﬁeld of 60 included several visitors. The winning pairs were Ron Paice and Bob Cathie who scored plus seven to win on a countback. Runners-up also on plus seven were Peter Hobson and Fred Debono. The lower handicap golfers seem to be struggling in fourballs at the moment. Peter Horman and Kevin Scott were nearest the pin winners and Peter Kane from Wonthaggi made a great eagle three on the 18th. Ball winners: I. Nunn – M. Stubbs plus ﬁve, P. Horman – I. Barlow plus

Ladies’ winners: Heather McCaughan (D Grade), Dot Christie (Club champion), Maureen Hams (C Grade), Jan Trease (B Grade) and Veronica Park (handicap champion). five, D. Hanna – D. Vorwerg plus five, P. Hartigan – K. Scott plus five, T. McCarthy – B. Cathie plus four, J. Eabry – K. Macfarlane plus four. Saturday’s event is stableford and the Meeniyan challenge has been deferred.

Ladies IN perfect weather and with the course in great condition, the monthly medal winners played off for the prestigious star medallist award. Congratulations to Julie Howard, who won with a score of 73 net. A Grade: Toni West, 85-15-70. B Grade: Joy Runge, 102 - 33 – 69. C Grade: Loris Clark 105 -36 – 69. Balls down the line: J. Howard,73, D. Stubbs 72, S. Rayson 74, M. Maher 74, W. Surman 74, M. Berry 75, P. Pease 75, P. Moore 75. The winner of the McMicking Plate has also been decided, with Wendy Surman taking out the honour. Nine hole winner was Kit Boag, and Marion Chalmers won a balls down the line.

Mirboo North A FOUR person ambrose was attended by 51 starters on Saturday November 20. The CCR was 70. A Grade results: Terry Bradshaw (9), Kevin Smith (23), Nigel Bracecamp (22), Peter Chapman (13) 62-83/8535/8. B Grade: John McFarlane (16), Stan Evison (21), Ken Graeme (25), Brad Hillman (32) 66-112/3-541/3. Down the line balls: Bryan Randall (11), Doug Taylor (24), Nicole Randall (45), Greg Campbell (36) 69-19½-54½. Nearest the pin: 4th R. Pentland, 13th Sue Traill / Bryan Randall, 16th Raine Leslie, Andy van Zuylen. Second shot on the ﬁrst: Andre Van Zuylen. Pro pin: 6th Lyn Winderlich.

There were 23 starters for the stableford event on Thursday, November 18, and the CCR was 70. Mike Higginbottom was the winner with (36) 43 points. Down the line balls: Mal Payne (11) 41, John Blunsden (24) 38 and Gordon Graeme (18) 37. Birdies: 4th Bob Fiek (Woorayl), 6th Garry Shandley, 16th Peter Chapman. Ladies

Results of the ladies Grannies Day held on Wednesday, November 17: Scratch - S. Traill (hcp 25) 85-25-60, handicap - R. Millsom (hcp 45) 112-4567. Non granny - L. Winderlich (hcp 38) 106-38-68. Nearest the pins: 4th S. Traill, 16th L. Winderlich.

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Woorayl golf

NO Thursday comp or chook run this week due to coring of the greens. After a gruelling fortnight of club championships members were able to relax this week with a stableford round sponsored by Taranto Glass. In perfect conditions, and despite the newly sanded greens, some great scores were returned by the 35 men and nine ladies. A Grade: not happy with his form in the club championships Graeme Calder came back to post 39 points. B Grade: Ian Atcheson was the red-hot favourite to win the C Grade championship this year, but came up well short. On Saturday, however, he had a fantastic round of 46 points (78 off the stick) to win B Grade. An honourable mention should go to Mark James who also returned a great score of 45 points. C Grade: Newly crowned junior champion Tim Burgess returned an excellent score of 44 points. Down the line: M. James 45, G. Fennell 43, G. Johnson 42, J. Hassett 40, O. Van Der Vorm 40, T. Elliot 40, T. Hogan 38. Nearest the pin: eighth N. Lovie, NTP 17th J. Howard. Ladies: Shirley Thomas took the prize for the ladies with a handicap breaking 42 points. Down the line: P. Lancaster 40, A. Poole 40. Nearest the pin: 17th A. Poole. An apology: there was a rumour circulating the club last week that one of our more prominent members racked up an amazing score of 18 shots on the fourth hole during the club champs. The distraught member concerned approached me Saturday to deny this and claimed the misunderstanding came because he actually had a four on the 18th. Although the veracity of this remains unconﬁrmed we offer our apologies to the said member for any pain and suffering caused by this speculation. Next weekend is a busy one.

Foster golf

ONCE again a great night was had by all at the presentation night. I think rather than congratulate Robyn and Noel as club champions we should rename them “the Grand Champions” as between them they collected all major trophies on the night. Champions for 2010: Men’s Club Champion Noel Black. Ladies Club Champion – Robyn Galloway. B Grade Champion – Norm Cooper. Ladies B Grade Champion – Anne Horstra. C Grade Champion – Gary Clavarino. Ladies C Grade Champion – Kaylene Morris. Ladies D Grade Champion – Alayne McKenzie. Senior Champion - Noel Black. Ladies Senior Champion – Gale Tyers. Star Medalist – Noel Black. Ladies Star Medalist – Robyn Galloway. P J Wilson Trophy – Noel Black. Mollie Mitchell Trophy – Gale Tyers. Greg and Leny Dean Putting Trophy – Noel Black. Lorna Wilson Putting Trophy – Anne Horstra. Oakley White Foursomes Champions – Noel Black/Neville Thompson. Lorna Wilson Foursomes Champions – Robyn Galloway/Ann Horstra. Men’s Fourball Champions – Tony Vanin/Jamie Freeman.

Friday, November 26 is presentation night at 7.30pm. A life membership will be presented to long-time and outgoing club secretary Frank Dekker. Happy hour with $1 pots from 8-9pm and a light supper will be provided. Saturday, November 27 is the November monthly medal. Sunday we have closing day, which is a mixed medley event culminating with the annual general meeting at 4pm in the clubhouse. Don’t forget Christmas rafﬂes Thursday, December 2, 9 and 16. Lots of great prizes and Santa will attend on the 16.

Thomas’ win both LEONGATHA Golf Club held their presentation night last Friday in the clubhouse, with 80 members attending. The highlight of the night was the presentation of the champions’ trophies

to the 2010 Lady and Men’s Champions, won by Rebecca Thomas and Michael Thomas. The Bob Pattinson Memorial Shield for the Junior Golfer of the Year was won by Nick Cairns.

Woorayl ladies THIS week we had drawn partners to play American foursomes on our Alstromeria Day, which is sponsored by Heather Sullivan. We all appreciate the effort that Heather puts into providing the beautiful prizes and this year the happy winners were Di O’Connor and Pat Harvey (25 7/8) with a score of 73 1/8. The runners-up with a score of 75 1/8 were Thel Scoble and Jenny Riseley. Winners of the best nine out were Marlene Rayson and Anne Patterson with 37 1/2; Chris Perrett and Jenny Williams with 38 1/2 were winners of the best nine in. Shirley Thomas won nearest the pin on the 8th and Lois Young had the best shot on the 17th. Bonus presentations were made to Pauline Lancaster and Marg Harris and also to Dot Jarvis and Lyn Burchell. Balls down the line were presented to Iris McLeod and Marg Higgins, Heather Sullian and Melinda Martin, and Marg Tuckett and Sharon Lagden. Next week we look forward to hosting the girls from Meeniyan for our annual social day with them. The day will be sponsored by L’Oreal and ladies are asked to assemble at 9am for drawn partners, to play Canadian stableford.

Ladies Fourball Champions – Beth and Fiona Curram. Anne Williams Foursomes K.O. Champions, – Jan Best/Robyn Galloway. Mixed Foursomes Champions – Tony Vanin/ Robyn Galloway. Mixed K.O. Champions – Peter Dight/Ineke de Graaf. Glenn’s Sports and Gifts Eclectic Trophy – James Freeman. R J Carruthers Trophy – Neville Thompson. Winchester Singles K.O. Champion – Phil Worboys. Chris Barnﬁeld Singles K.O. Trophy – Merle Barham. W E Tuer Cup – Neville Thompson. Frank McKenzie Trophy – David Knee. Stig Nelander Trophy – Paul Robertson. Barry Soderlund Trophy – Ray Prain and Kevin Witheridge. Retravision Trophy – Neville Thompson. Saturday, November 20 – four ball medley (Foster Foodworks trophy). Winners: Pat McKay and Robert Fulton (10⅛) 62⅞. Down the line: Peter Dight and Greg Paine (8⅝) 63⅜, John Ellis and Geoff Prue (13½) 65½, Trevor Jones and Phil Harris (17¼) 65¾. Nearest the pin: sixth Kevin Witheridge, 13th Gary Clavarino. Ladies Saturday, November 20 – stableford Winner: Gayle Reid (37) 39 points. Down the line: Beth

Curram (21) 34 points. Friday, November 19 – twilight stableford Winner:LloydMcKenzie 21 points. Down the line: Randy Reusch 20 points, Kevin Flett 19 points. Nearest the pin: 13th Geoff Nott, 17th Lloyd McKenzie. Thursday, November 18 – stableford Winner: Jim Parry 42 points. Down the line: Chris Foulds 40 points, Robert Fulton 40 points, Brian Blake 40 points. Nearest the pin: sixth Robert Fulton. Wednesday, November 17 – stableford – multiplication (Anne Horstra Trophies) Winners: Marlene Ellis (29)/Alayne McKenzie (38) 83 points. Down the line: Margaret Blake (29)/Frances McGlead (33) 73 points, Maxine Symmons (32)/Val Gow (39) 60 points. Nearest the pin: sixth Rae Knee, 17th Merle Barham. Tuesday, November 16 – stableford Winner: Brian Blake (25) 43 points. Down the line: Alan Spooner (15) 37 points. Nearest the pin: 17th Kevin Witheridge. Coming events Wednesday, November 24 – par Friday, November 26 twilight stableford Saturday, November 27 – two ball ambrose (David Hutchinson Trophy) Ladies Saturday, November 27 - stableford.

Nick Cairns: won the Bob Pattinson Memorial Shield for the Junior Golfer of the Year, which was presented by men’s captain Ian Nunn.

Disability inclusion award

SPORTS clubs in South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shires that are inclusive of people with a disability now have the chance to be recognised through the inaugural Welcoming and Inclusive Club of the Year Award.

Sporting Clubs have the chance to win $500, with nominations closing on Friday, November 26. The South Coast Access Alliance, which is made up of agencies advancing and highlighting physical activity opportunities for people with a disability has developed the award. The award is aimed to highlight and reward clubs that are committed to involving people with a disability in the life of their club. Nominations for the award are being accepted, so if you are part of a sporting club or know of a club, nominate them. Winners will be announced at the South Coast Access Alliance Wheelchair Basketball exhibition match on International Day for People with a Disability, December 3. Nomination forms can be found at www.gippsport.com.au or contact GippSport on 5135 8335.

Rocky thereabouts

STONY Creek galloper, Rockpecker continued a frustrating run of outs after ﬁnishing third in the G3 Sandown Stakes recently.

Family success: ladies and mens club champions Rebecca and Michael Thomas with children Lachlan and Ryan.

Green light for 35 plus men’s soccer FOLLOWING the public meeting last week and the very positive response, it was decided that the first over 35s soccer event will be a come and try day. If you are over 35 and have an interest in having a kick with a bunch of guys through the week, you can’t afford to miss this opportunity. Even if you never played soccer before or even if it’s been some time since you’ve been for a run this is for you. With a smaller field and only seven a side, this is a great way to get the heart pumping and have a laugh. Over summer we will be playing in runners, so there’s no need to rush to buy new boots, though shin pads are required. The new organisation will run under the auspice of the Gippsland Soccer League and will have modified rules to make sure the game remains fun. Teams will be allocated on the night so just show up and enjoy the evening. The come and try day is scheduled for Wednesday, December 1 at 6.30pm at Mary MacKillop Catholic College, Horn St Leongatha. Or for further information call Gerry Marvin AH 5662 3663.

The former Gippsland Horse of the Year has not won any of his past 15 starts since March 2009 – however he has notched over $120,000 in stakes in that time with 10 top five finishes. He continues to race consistently and his next win should not be far off. While on Stony Creek, the club’s first meeting is on December 4 and preparations are well underway.

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South Coast Aths TWENTY-seven athletes competed in the club meet at Leongatha last Tuesday night.

Off to a ﬂying start: (from left) Gemma Martin, Shelley McCormack, Olivia Cope and Mikaela Witherow.

Leongatha Little Aths AFTER rain washed out the previous week, four centre records and 77 personal best performances were recorded in beautiful conditions at Leongatha Little Athletics’ meeting at the velodrome oval last Saturday.

While Ryan Giliam broke the Under 8 boys’ 100m sprint record that Tom O’Loughlin set eight years ago, Tom himself featured in the records, setting a new benchmark in the under 16 boys’ 90m hurdles. Also breaking centre records were Eddie Colwill in the under 6 boys’ 50m, and Julian Patterson in the under 13 boys’ 80m hurdles. In addition to the usual events, athletes were provided with expert tuition on the day from Oceania race walking judge Elke Raselli and her daughter Cassie, who is also an Australian race walking champion. Personal bests recorded are as follows:

Under 6 boys: H. Herbert – 100m; E. Colwill – 50m, H. Barnes – 50m, 100m. Under 6 girls: B. Tudor – long jump; N. Crimp – long jump, shotput, 50m. Under 7 boys: K. Deering – long jump, 100m; M. Molloy – high jump, 100m, 50m, shotput, long jump; A. Battersby – long jump, 50m, 100m, shotput; B. Pearce – 100m, 50m; L. Marshman – long jump; T. Bolam – long jump; J Couper – 50m, long jump. Under 7 girls: A. Ritchie – 100m; F. Burgess – shotput, 100m; J. Zubcic – 100m; A. Couper – long jump; E. Trease – shotput, 100m. Under 8 boys: S. Herbert – high jump; M. Matheson – high jump; L. Boyle – high jump; C. Riseley – high jump; B. Fennell – high jump. Under 8 girls: L. Richmond – triple jump; A. Crimp – triple jump; T. Kelly – triple jump. Under 9 boys: A. Ritchie – 50m; A. Herbert – 50m, discus; R. Frank

– 50m; C. Murrell – 50m, discus; O. McLean – discus, 50m; S. Bright – 50m; A. Trease – 50m, discus. Under 9 girls: M. Cruickshank – 100m; K. Thomas – 100m; L. Colwill – 100m; C. Standﬁeld – 100m; M. Birrell – 100m; T. Duckworth – 100m; D. Holmes – 100m; K. McJames-Court – 100m. Under 11 boys: T. Harris – javelin; R. Baudinette – 70m. Under 11 girls: A. Standﬁeld – 70m. Under 12 boys: J. Norton – 70m; H. McLean – 70m, javelin. Under 13 boys: J. Patterson – 70m; S. Byrne – 50m; W. Graeme – 70m. Under 13 girls: G. Martin – 70m, 50m, javelin. Under 14 boys: C. McCormack – 70m. Under 15 girls: O. Cope – 70m; R. Byrne – 50m; M. Witherow – 50m. Under 16 girls: S. McCormack – 50m, javelin.

Allambee Mirboo and District tennis IT was a great day for tennis on Saturday, November 20, and there were some good results in all grades. A Grade: Leongatha North and Koonwarra played very close games, and games were level before the mixed and still at the end of the match. Both teams had fill-ins, guessing Koonwarra were happy the A Reserve team had the bye. Hallston and Leongatha had three tie-breakers, with two going Hallston’s way. Again the fill-ins did well. A Reserve: Baromi were big winners against Outtrim with two tiebreakers to Baromi, a 7/5 to Outtrim. Korumburra won by six games over Mardan. Leongatha continued their winning run with an 11 game win against Berrys Creek. B Grade: Young Ones and Korumburra had the local derby. Young Ones were winners by eight games. Red continued with their winning streak this week against Outtrim. Foster had a comfortable win over Koonwarra, fill-ins in both teams. Hall-

Nineteen personal bests were attained and one club record broken on the night. Christine Byrne (U14 girls) achieved three PBs, running the 200m in 30.89 sec, throwing the javelin 12.35 metres and then putting in a 3.63 metre long jump. Josh Plumb broke the U20 boys 200m record with a smart time of 25.82 sec. The 400m was a cakewalk for Mark Tapscott (U20) who put up the best time. Having his ﬁrst run for the season, Mark registered a handy 56.80 with Josh Plumb (U20) the only other runner to break the minute with a 59.18. The women struggled with the soft going with Sadie Plumb (U16) quickest with a 76.01 effort. The 200M saw a number of great runs. Open men Steve Reed 24.34 and Brenton Taber 25.66 were quickest but other good times came from Josh Plumb 25.82 in the U20s and Under 18 boys Kodie Spokes 26.79, Tom O’Loughlin 27.06, and Ben Quirk 27.36 made it a very close contest. In the sand pit all the jumpers were

having problems with their run ups. As a result Steve Reed was the only man to jump over 5 metres with a 5.21 metre leap. Best of the girls was Alana Green (U20) with 4.83. Next Tuesday South Coast will be competing in Round 2 of the Vern Curnow Shield at Moe. Events on the card are 100m, 1500m walk, 1500m run, 200m hurdles, 400m hurdles, discus, long jump and hammer throw. The bus leaves the Leongatha Velodrome at 4.30pm. We need as many athletes there as possible to ﬂy the ﬂag. Newcomers are most welcome. On the Tuesday before 21 athletes produced 23 PBs between them at Wonthaggi. Star of the night was our youngest athlete, Kyla Green (U14) who would only be nine or 10-years-old. Kyla competed in six events and attained PBs in four of them. Kyla achieved PBs in shot put 4.80m, discus 9.99m, 100m 19.51 sec, and triple jump 5.48 m. Kodie Spokes (U18), Michael Green (U18) and Mitchell Green (U16) all had three PBs while Sarah Lewis (Open), Zoe Plumb (Open) and Sandra Plumb (U16) were the other multiple PBs with two.

Wonthaggi Little Athletics SEVENTY-four little athletes produced 104 personal bests and three club records on Saturday. All the records were broken in the 1500m walk with Ethan Slade breaking the U13 boys record by over a minute and Nick Huigsloot (U15 boys) and Sandra Plumb (U15 girls) setting new marks. Seven athletes achieved four PBs this week which is an outstanding effort. Congratulations to: Jenson Garnham (U8), Rohan Slade (U9), Brodie Anderson (U11), Mungo Moje-O’Brien (U12), Jade Dalton (U13), Tegan Lowe (U13) and Sadie Plumb (U15). Again this week, so many events were close with only hundredths of a second or one centimetre separating the placegetters. A case in point is the Under 8 boys 100 metres where less than 0.90 of a second separated third to tenth place. We don’t have many entries yet for the U6, U7 and U8 carnival in February. This will be a terriﬁc experience for all the kids, so please give it some consideration. Entries can be obtained from Terra on Saturdays.

ston took the points against Baromi, two tie-breakers to Hallston.

Results A Grade: Leongatha North 5.57, Koonwarra 4.57; Hallston 7.65, Leongatha 2.48. A Reserve: Baromi 8.55, Outtrim 1.34; Korumburra 5.43, Mardan 4.37; Leongatha 5.43, Berrys Creek 4.32, Koonwarra bye. B Grade: Mardan Red 6.50, Outtrim 3.31; Hallston 6.49, Baromi 3.41; Young Ones 5.44, Korumburra 4.36; Foster 7.49, Koonwarra 2.34; Mardan Blue - bye.

Ladders A Grade Koonwarra ...........................52.5 Leongatha ............................41.5 Hallston ................................41.0 Leongatha North .................39.0 A Reserve Leongatha ............................67.5 Koonwarra ...........................48.0 Baromi ..................................47.0 Korumburra ........................38.0 Outtrim ..................................36.5 Berrys Creek .........................36.0 Mardan ..................................35.0 B Grade Mardan Red.........................61.5 Outtrim ................................48.0 Foster....................................45.5 Koonwarra ...........................45.5 Baromi...................................41.5 Young Ones ...........................41.5 Hallston .................................38.5 Korumburra ...........................37.5 Mardan Blue..........................32.5

Power coaches: from left Wonthaggi football stalwart Rod Tack will take on a new role at the club as Reserves coach, along with new Seniors coach Leigh McDonald. He was ofﬁcially welcomed to the club on Friday by club president Rob Tesoriero.

Power welcomes coach LEIGH McDonald will take on the role as senior coach for the Wonthaggi Power Football Club. Club president Rob Tesoriero welcomed Leigh to the club on Friday night during a special ‘Meet the Coach’ night. While Leigh’s new role represents a step-up into a Gippsland Football League he brings a wealth of knowledge to the club, having acted as Seniors playing coach for the North Gippsland Football League club Churchill for the past four years. Talking to The Star on Friday evening Leigh said he is looking forward to coaching Wonthaggi and is excited about the

new challenges ahead. Leigh said he obviously wants to win more games than Wonthaggi did last year and is looking at developing the players list. “We have a good list already, having retained all the senior players from last year but we are still looking at more recruits and welcome anyone who would like to come along to training on Monday, Wednesday or Friday evenings,” Leigh said. Players, families and supporters were introduced to the whole coaching team and this was followed by a barbecue.

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Sun shines on tennis championships IN perfect spring weather the Leongatha Tennis Club conducted its annual club championship event. It was a fantastic turn-out of players and spectators for this prestigious event which began at 10am and continued until 7pm that evening, with many tired players satisﬁed with a top day of tennis. Organisers were kept very busy arranging the draws for the various events, with Michelle Krohn as usual doing a splendid job of getting all the juniors on the courts and Greg Marshman and Frank Dekker getting the ball rolling in the senior events. While many older faces were in the winners’ circle at the conclusion of the day, it was very pleasing to see some top juniors playing well and winning some major events

Results

Juniors trophies to be presented last match before Christmas. B girls singles: Courtney Westaway, r-up Simone Dekker. C boys singles: Davis Williams, r/up Adam Drury. B boys singles: Connor Krohn, r/up Anthony Argento. A boys singles: Brayden Krohn, r/up Nicholas Argento. B girls doubles: C. Westaway and E. Westaway, r/up E. Dekker and S. Dekker. C boys doubles: D. Williams and E. Westaway, r/up J. Ryan and A. Drury. B boys doubles: A. Argento and C. Krohn, r/up T. Westaway

and H. McGannon. B mixed doubles: C. Westaway and H. McGannon, r/up S. Dekker and C. Krohn. All photos for the juniors winners and runners-up will appear later. A Reserve men’s doubles: K. Hemming and J. Monahan, r/ up P. Munro and J. Newton. A Reserve mixed doubles: K. Appleyard and J. Monahan, r/up M. Barter and K. Krohn. A Reserve men’s doubles: still to be played between James Monahan and Keinen Hemming. Good luck to two of our up and coming juniors. Open ladies singles: Kate Appleyard, r/up Kellie Simpson. Open ladies doubles: B. Williams and A. Williams, r/up G. Joyce and A. Westaway. Open men’s singles: Glen Bainbridge, r/up Greg Marshman. Open men’s doubles: Neil Langstaff and Joel Langstaff, r/ up F. Dekker and G. Marshman. Open mixed doubles: Bronwyn Williams and Glen Bainbridge, r/up Guilia Joyce and Frank Dekker. All trophies will be presented at a later date to be advised. It was a magnificent day of tennis with the result of many finals being decided by an 8/6 result or a tie-breaker, as in the men’s singles final and the men’s doubles final. It was top tennis all day which all participants enjoyed.

A Grade: ladies doubles winners Ange Williams and Bronwyn Williams; open singles runner-up Kelly Simpson and winner Kate Appleyard.

A Reserve mixed doubles: winners James Monaghan and Kate Appleyard; runners-up Karsten Krohn and Marg Barter.

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Celebration: Miners celebrate after a wicket.

• A GRADE DIVISION ONE

Runs flow for Inverloch

INVERLOCH is off to a great start in their clash with Imperials, notching up a total of 302 runs on Saturday.

Daniel Rufﬁn (64) and Liam Cummins (63) were the main contributors, but mid 30 scores to three other players helped the cause. Adam Eddy (4/79) did his bit to stem the ﬂow of runs, but the left-armer was the only multiple wicket taker. The Imps will be chasing the target next week at the East Campus ground.

Koony needed Moore Shane Moore (66) helped Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL to a total of 203 all out on the weekend, but

OMK should be able to knock off those runs next week. Koonwarra were bowled out with just three overs remaining, which meant OMK were not forced to put on the pads. Jason Wilson was the best of the OMK bowlers taking 3/18 from his 11 overs which included ﬁve maidens.

Miners just favourites Wonthaggi Miners may be looking set to win their match with the Workers after knocking them over for 154 on the weekend, but the ﬁrst 20 overs will go a long way to telling who will win. The Miners are 4/63 in reply to the Workers’ total, but a few wickets early

this Saturday could spell disaster for them. Ritchie Hassett was the only Workers batsmen to stand up in the battle of Wonthaggi, notching a well made 81 runs.

Red Caps’ ﬂying chase Nerrena is off to a ﬂyer in reply to Korumburra’s 164 on Saturday. Openers Craig Friebe (33*) and Mitch Clark (13*) smashed 50 runs off just nine overs to begin the innings. Earlier in the day, good knocks from Ilan Osman (46) and Kallon Rigby (34) kept the Cobras’ hopes alive. Chris Rump was the pick of the bowlers, taking 4/49 from 21 overs.

Details

NERRENA v KORUMBURRA 1st innings Nerrena C. Friebe n.o. ...........................33 M. Clark n.o. ............................13 Extras .........................................4 Total ......................................0/50 Bowling: K. Dorman 0/20, U. Weerasinghe 0/11, M. Olden 0/18, D. Scott 0/1 1st innings Korumburra D. Salmon lbw. b. C. Rump .......2 I. Osman b. Z. Trease ...............46 B. Hayes b. J. Trease ................27 U. Weerasinghe c. C. Rump b. T. Wightman ........................7 J. Cook b. C. Rump ....................3 K. Dorman c. J. Renden b Z. Trease...............................4 K. Rigby c&b. T. Wightman ....34 L. Roberts b. C. Rump .............20 D. Soctt b. C. Rump ...................4 M. Olden b. T. Wightman ..........6 J. Richards n.o. ...........................6 Extras .........................................5 Total .......................................164 Bowling: C. Rump 4/49, R. Clark 0/6, J. Trease 1/34, T. Wightman 3/47, Z. Trease 2/25. IMPERIALS v INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch

W. Taberner lbw. b. A. Eddy .... 36 S. Brayley c. T. Williams b. J. Bloom ..............................4 D. Rufﬁn c. T. Williams b. R. O’Loughlin ...................64 J. Smith stp. A. Pellin b. T. Williams ........................39 T. Thornby c&b. A. Eddy .........34 L. Cummins b A. Eddy ............63 W. Williams c. L. Ballagh b. A. Eddy ...............................7 N. Cant c. A. Eddy b. M. Lafferty ..........................1 R. Tegg n.o. ................................0 L. Rankin n.o..............................0 Extras .......................................34 Total ....................................8/302 Bowling: A. Eddy 4/79, R. O’Loughlin 1/35, J. Bloom 1/41, M. Lafferty 1/61, L. Rogers 0/26, T. Williams 1/37. OMK v KOONWARRA LEONGATHA RSL 1st innings Koonwarra Leongatha RSL C. Wise lbw. b. P. Dell ............... 3 B. Moscript b. K. Rothier......... 31 L. Sperling c. A. Miller b J. Wilson .............................33 S. Moore lbw. J. Wilson ...........66 S. Sperling c. D. Creed b. J. Wilson ..............................0

G. Sperling stp. A. Miller b. P. Dell ................................16 T.Gordon c. K. Rotheir b. B. Wyatt ............................23 B. Davison c. A. Miller b. S. Checkley .........................0 J. Kennedy lbw. b. S. Checkley .0 B. Thomas c. J. Van Rooye b. K. Rothier.........................18 J. Peters n.o. ...............................2 Extras ....................................... 11 Total .......................................203 Bowling: K. Rothier 2/35, J. Wilson 3/18, S. Checkley 2/41, D. McMeekin 0/17, P. Dell 2/34, B. Wyatt 1/31, J. Van Rooye 0/24. WONTAHGGI MINERS v WONTHAGGI WORKMENS 1st innings Wonthaggi Miners M. Johnson c. R. Hassett b. G. Britt ...............................39 J. Andrighetto c. R. Hassett b. R. Thomas ...........................6 A. Donohue c. J. Sherrin b. G. Britt .................................5 K. Smith lbw. b. S. Williams ......0 J. O’Reilly n.o. .........................10 C. Tait n.o. ..................................0 Extras .........................................3 Total ......................................4/63 Bowling: R. Thomas 1/18, L.

McGuirk 0/15, S. Williams 1/11, G. Britt 2/8, G. Bolding 0/9. 1st innings Wonthaggi Workmens R. Hassett c. C. Thomas b. R. Thomas .........................81 M. Thomas b. D. Foon ...............3 T. Hooper c. A. Donohue b. D. Foon .............................16 G. Britt c. C. Thomas b. D. Foon ...............................6 R. Thomas c. J. O’Reilly b. M. Johnson ..........................1 G. Bolding c. R. Birkett b M. Johnson ...........................7 C. Havey c. R. Birkett b. M. Johnson ...........................4 J. Sherrin n.o. ...........................25 R. Geyer c. D. Foon b. M. Johnson ..........................0 L. McGuirk r.o. ..........................0 S. Williams c. J. O’Reilly b. M. Johnson ..........................0 Extras ....................................... 11 Total .......................................154 Bowling: R. Thomas 1/55, D. Foon 3/50, M. Johnson 5/42, A. Donohue 0/3.

• A GRADE DIVISION TWO

Hickey’s five keeps Town alive LEONGATHA Town medium pacer Ash Hickey (5/50) kept Fish Creek from taking the game beyond his club’s reach on the weekend with a great bowling performance.

He came on and knocked over Mat (22) and Graeme Watkins (73) who were looking to take control of the match. Jordan Shaw (52) and John Danckert (36) were the other contributors, but both were run out as the side went from 2/170 to all out for 238.

MDU to chase 146 Foster’s total of 146 was cut back to 125 as MDU started their innings late on Saturday, but unfortunately for the home side, their wickets in hand were taken from 10 to eight. United lost both Olden brothers in the chase

thanks to a nice spell from Andrew Starret (2/6), and will be searching for a more solid start next week. The pick of MDU’s bowlers were Wayne Prosser (3/10) and Simon McRae (3/37).

Bass bowled over by Ould Glen Alvie’s Brenton Ould (5/36) has ripped through Kilcunda/Bass’ batting line-up, restricting the league newcomers to 161 from 74.3 overs. There were two run outs during the innings which did not help the cause for the batting side.

Disastrous start Poowong Loch’s run chase got off to a horrible start as they lost 2/6 in their nine overs at the crease. After bowling Phillip Island out for 170, the home side was forced

to bat out the overs and struggled through them. Phillip Island skipper Clint Wilson took 1/0 off ﬁve overs after taking the new ball to thwart the chase.

Details TOWN v FISH CREEK Fish Creek Tarwin 1st innings M. Watkins c. N. Johnston b. A. Hickey .........................22 G. Watkins lbw. b. A. Hickey .73 J. Law c. J. Schelling b. M. Davies ........................12 J. Shaw r.o. ............................52 G. Webster b. N. Johnston ........8 J. Danckert r.o.........................36 S. Rabbit b. A. Hickey ..............2 M. Danckert b. A. Hickey .........6 S. Emmanuel n.o. .....................2 D. Britton c. J. Schelling b. A. Hickey ...........................0 J. Flanders c. M. Smith b. N. Johnston ........................0 Extras .....................................25 Total ..................................... 238 Bowling: D. Jago 0/33, N. Johnston 2/30, J. Burge 0/44, M. Davies 1/42, A. Hickey 5/50, C. Bruce 0/20. KILCUNDA v GLEN ALVIE Kilcunda/Bass 1st innings Total ..................................... 161 Bowling: B. Ould 5/36, J. Good 0/21, P. Roberts 0/6, A.

Simpson 1/24, K. Simpson 2/42, O. Santalucia 0/13, D. Tiziani 0/13. MDU v FOSTER MDU 1st innings M. Olden lbw. A. Starret ...........8 R. Olden c. M. Lynch b. A. Starret ...........................5 J. Sinclair n.o. ...........................1 T. Zukovskis n.o. ......................0 Extras .......................................7 Total ....................................2/21 Bowling: B. Coates 0/8, J. Weston 0/3, M. Dower 0/4, A. Starret 2/6. Foster 1st innings B. Coates c. S. McRae b. C. Harris ..........................32 J. Weston b. T. Zukovskis .......18 M. Lynch c. J. Sinclair b. C. Harris ..........................13 M. Dower lbw. b. C. Hoober ..24 S. Westaway c. R. Olden b. S. McRae .........................28 K. Lawrence c. G. Peters b .S. McRae ...........................2 B. Busuttil b. W. Prosser ...........1 P. Dower c&b. W. Prosser.........4 S. Lanyon b. S. McRae .............4 J. Prain c. G. Peters b. W. Prosser ..........................2 A. Starret n.o. ...........................3 Extras .....................................15 Total ..................................... 146 Bowling: R. Olden 0/14, S. Arnup 0/21, S. McRae 3/37, T. Zukovskis 1/14, C. Harris 2/34, C. Hoober 1/11, W. Prosser 3/10. POOWONG/LOCH

v PHILLIP ISLAND Poowong/Loch 1st innings M. Adderley c. A. Matthews b. C. Wilson ..........................1 C. Knox c. A. Manteit b. S. Kirton ............................0 P. Dyer n.o. ...............................2 K. Nestor n.o. ...........................0 Extras .......................................3 Total ......................................2/6 Bowling: C. Wilson 1/0, S. Kirton 1/2, A. Matthews 0/3. Phillip Island 1st innings J. Emery lbw. b. B. Hancock .18 S. Boyack c. P. Dyer b. R. Greaves .........................0 A. Manteit c. M. Adderley b. R. Greaves .........................8 T. Hornsby c. J. Poynton b. B. Hancock ......................48 E. Richards c. C. Knox b. B. Hancock ......................23 C. Wilson c. R. Greaves b. B. Hancock ........................8 M. Francis c. M. Lambe b. C. Knox ...........................14 G. Excell b. D. Brain ..............14 A. Matthews stp. P. Dyer b. C. Knox .............................4 M. Manteit r.o. .........................3 S. Kirton n.o. ............................3 Extras .....................................27 Total ..................................... 170 Bowling: N. Owens 0/26, R. Greaves 2/53, B. Hancock 4/15, J. Poynton 0/6, D. Brain 1/34, K. Nestor 0/5, M. Lambe 0/13, C. Knox 2/8.

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• LDCA B GRADE DIVISION ONE

Fish Creek/Tarwin skittle Town FISH Creek ran through Town at the Turf on Saturday, bowling the Scorpions out for just 99.

The attack was spearheaded by Brett Mitchell (3/15) and Jack Spokes (2/16) and well supported by Blake Anderson (2/10). Town lasted 63 overs for their total, and got the chance to bowl at the completion of their innings. They got off to a good start as Fishy lost Travis Strybosh (6) and Ben Roberts (0) to limp to 2/16 at the end of day one.

OMK set for win OMK are currently 1/65 chasing MDU’s 123 thanks to some attacking batting from

opener Wes Dowell (44). Dowell fell late on Saturday, but has set his side up well with a good knock. Earlier in the day it was Gary Knox who was the main wrecking ball, taking 3/16 for OMK. MDU were led by Brett Spokes (28), but no one else was able to support him as they were quickly bowled out.

Oxlee’s big day JEREMY Oxlee came to the crease when Korumburra were 5/62, but at the end of the day when he was still not out on 85 they had scored 208. Harley Wyhoon (33) was the other main contributor, while Glen Poynton was the best with the ball, taking 4/53 during his mammoth 27 overs. GLEN ALVIE v NERRENA

Glen Alvie 1st innings J. Hales c. L. Jongebloed b. M. Giliam ............................. 15 M. Wright b. M. Giliam ................ 2 J. Wheeler c. A. Harrison b. P. Matheson .......................... 32 D. Jagoe b. P. Matheson.............. 11 W. Luke c. P. Matheson b. M. Giliam ............................. 44 D. Wylie b. B. Castles ................. 38 L. Gennicarro c. P. Matheson b. A. Trotto.................................. 5 R. Bolding n.o. .............................. 2 B. Tiley lbw. b. A. Trotto ............. 0 S. Nippers b. B. Castles ................ 6 A. McBride b. B. Castles .............. 0 Extras ........................................... 15 Total .......................................... 170 Bowling: B. Croatto 0/15, M. Giliam 3/47, B. Castles 3/49, P. Matheson 2/35, W. Telfer 0/9, A. Trotto 2/12. Nerrena 1st innings A. Harrison n.o. ........................... 14 W. Telfer n.o. ................................. 7 Total ......................................... 0/21 Bowling: Not available.

IMPERIALS v INVERLOCH Inverloch 1st innings J. Belli n.o...................................... 1 L. Gale n.o. .................................... 3 Total ........................................... 0/4 Bowling: S. McLennan 0/0, N. Eddy 0/2, M. Elliott 0/0, G. Forrester 0/2, R. Higgins 0/0. Imperials 1st innings R. McLennan lbw. J. Dalmau ..... 16 N. Eddy c. W. Rankin b. W. Homes ............................. 33 A. Meyer stp. L. Sharrock b. W. Holmes .............................. 1 M. Elliott c. W. Rankin b. N. Goodall ............................ 35 R. McGavin b. W. Homes .......... 47 S. McLennan c. B. Phillips .............. b. J. Dalmau................................ 6 B. Davidson b. J. Dalmau ............. 5 G. Forrester lbw. b. J. Dalmau...... 1 S. Hemming lbw. b. W. Rankin .. 15 R. Higgins c. L. Sharrock b. W. Rankin ............................. 10 M. O’Loughlin n.o. ....................... 3 Extras ........................................... 19 Total .......................................... 191

• LDCA B GRADE DIVISION TWO

Big ton for Britt DAVID Britt scored a brilliant 116 for Wonthaggi Workmens in the B2 clash against their rivals, Wonthaggi Miners. His innings included 9 fours and 6 sixes in a total of 9/279. David Brann opening the innings scored 62 in the 162 run partnership. Thanks to a massive bowling effort by OMK’s James Paterson, claiming 6/37, Phillip Island was bowled out for just 130. OMK is already 0/34 at the close. Nerrena won the toss in their match and sent Glen Alvie in to bat. Glen Alvie scored just 170 in ideal conditions, W. Luke top scoring with 44 and D. Wylie 38. In the other match, Im-

perials batted ﬁrst against Inverloch, Imps making a competitive 191. R. McGavin was the best of the bats with 47. FISH CREEK/TARWIN v TOWN Fish Creek 1st innings T. Stybosh b. ..............................6 B. Roberts c. ..............................0 J. Stefani n.o...............................2 J. Spokes n.o. .............................2 Extras .........................................6 Total ......................................2/16 Bowling: Not available. Fish Creek/Tarwin 1st innings Total .........................................99 Bowling: B. Mitchell 3/15, J. Spokes 2/16, J. Pouw 0/11, B. Roberts 1/17, T. Stybosh 1/17, B. Anderson 2/10, T. Smith 1/2, H. Buckland 0/6. KOONWARRA RSL v KILCUNDA/BASS Koonwarra RSL 1st innings Total .......................................187 Bowling: R. Duff 2/40, J. Aplin 3/33, S. Blake 0/19, D. Clay 1/27, S. Tapscott 1/30, D. O’Neill 0/6, N. Arney 1/26. Koonwarra RSL 1st innings J. Aplin n.o. ................................4 J. Huckett lbw. b. E. Charles ......8

LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 Won Workmens .....48.16 Nerrena ..................47.61 Won Miners ...........46.43 Inverloch ................34.84 Korumburra .............32.94 OMK .......................22.12 Imperials .................21.78 K’warra L’gatha RSL....20.51 A Grade Division 2 Town .......................55.10 Fish Creek/Tarwin 47.90 Phillip Island..........47.81 Poowong/Loch .......45.06 Kilcunda/Bass .........22.06 Glen Alvie ...............20.95 MDUq .....................20.93 Foster.......................14.19 B Grade Division 1 Nerrena ..................50.05 OMK.......................44.07 Won Miners ...........39.68 Glen Alive...............39.60 Won Workmens .......39.38 Phillip Island ...........36.81 Inverloch .................31.43 Imperials .................28.70 B Grade Division 2 Town .......................51.73 OMK.......................42.41 Poowong/Loch ......40.13 Koonwarra RSL ....39.39 Fish Creek/Tarwin ...38.91 MDU .......................38.24 Korumburra .............30.53 Kilcunda/Bass .........24.76 C Grade Division 1

Won Workmens .....53.00 Won Miners ...........50.76 Korumburra ..........39.22 Nerrena ..................38.91 Foster.......................30.88 Inverloch .................27.83 Phillip Island ...........26.52 Town .......................23.66 C Grade Division 2 Phillip Island..........50.06 OMK.......................41.48 Kilcunda/Bass ........41.04 Koonwarra RSL ....40.27 Imperials .................39.42 Poowong/Loch ........38.32 MDU .......................38.22 Town .......................29.50 Won Workmens .......25.19 Glen Alvie ...............24.83

Under 16 East Town/Nerrena ........42.90 Koonwarra RSL ....33.83 Korumburra ..........17.74 Fish Creek/Tarwin 17.46 Foster.......................16.90 MDU .......................15.08 Imperials ...................3.61 Under 16 West OMK.......................44.80 Phillip Island..........44.49 Won Miners ...........28.18 Won Workmens .....22.89 Kilcunda/Bass .........18.07 Glen Alvie ...............17.51 Poowong/Loch ..........9.71 Inverloch ...................5.57

Extras .......................................14 Total ......................................1/27 Bowling: Not available. OMK v MDU OMK 1st innings G. Lomagno n.o. ......................16 W. Dowell c&b. S. Riley..........44 S. McNamara n.o. ......................0 Extas...........................................5 Total ......................................1/65 Bowling: S. Browne 0/17, L. Mercer 0/7, S. Riley 1/26, B. Spokes 0/11. MDU 1st innings N. Hill c. L. Lamers b. R. Provan........................... 11 D. Jones b. G. Lomagno...........21 B. Spokes c. T. Knox b. P. Kyle ................................28 M. Martin r.o ..............................0 S. Browne c. T. Knox b. P. Kyle ...............................16 J. Dean c. W. Dowell b. G. Knox ..............................9 L. Mercer n.o............................10 S. Riley c. R. Provan b. C. Walker..............................1 H. Sinclair c. S. McNamara b. C. Walker.............................6 T. Harris c. T. Knox b. G. Knox ...............................8 A. Hill c. T. Knox b. G. Knox ...............................3 Extras .......................................10 Total .......................................123

Bowling: P. Kyle 2/35, W. Dowell 0/15, R. Provan 1/17, G. Lomagno 1/25, G. Knox 3/16, C. Walker 0/2. KORUMBURRA v POOWONG/LOCH Korumburra 1st innings A. McKinnon lbw. b. G. Poynton ..........................4 H. Wyhoon c. C. Fraser b. M Hancock ........................33 T. Allen c. C. Fraser b. M. Hancock .......................10 J. Greenwood b. G. Poynton ......7 N. Allen c. S. Poynton b. G. Poynton ..........................0 J. Hall c. D. Thomas b. G. Poynton ........................18 J. Oxlee n.o. .............................85 J. Meade c. S. Dinger b. S. Poynton .........................10 A. Meade b. N. Hancock ............0 C. Smith c. C. Fraser b. R. McKenzie .......................5 L. Williams c&b. N. Hancock ..25 Extras ....................................... 11 Total .......................................208 Bowling: G. Poynton 4/53, C. Poynton 0/38, M. Hancock 2/38, M. Hancock 2/38, S. Poynton 1/11, N. Hancock 2/37, R. McKenzie 1/26.

Bowling: J. Dalmau 4/30, W. Holmes 3/49, W. Rankin 3/39, N. Goodall 1/33, J. Dalmau 0/26, R. Bettess 0/3. PHILLIP ISLAND v OMK Phillip Island 1st innings P. Colla c&b. B. Nastion ............ 62 R. Cleeland c&b. J. Paterson ........ 3 A. Finlayson b. A. Sheedy .......... 22 J. Johnston b. J. Paterson ........... 26 D. Johnston c&b. J. Cockrane ...... 0 B. Johnston c&b. J. Paterson ........ 3 M. Cleary c&b J. Paterson............ 2 J. Sorarti c&b. J. Paterson............. 0 J. Blackwell c&b. J. Paterson ....... 2 W. Paterson c&b. B. Nation ......... 1 G. Odgers n.o. ............................... 0 Extras ............................................. 9 Total .......................................... 130 Bowling: J. Cochrane 1/8, J. Paterson 6/37, B. Nation 2/27, A. Sheedy 1/11, B. Maguire 0/6, N. Creed 0/17, K. Kerr 0/13, P. Mulherbe 0/7. Imperials 1st innings N. Creed n.o. ............................... 17 P. Harper n.o. ............................... 17

Central Gippsland Cricket TRUenergy Yallourn Cup: Mirboo North 337 v Trafalgar. CGCA 2nd Grade: Yallourn North 9/131 (H. Brown 34, R. Byrne 30, G. McPherson 26; A. Soplakow 3/25, A. DeGennaro 3/30, L. Gronow 2/9) lt. Mirboo North 7/217 (B. Heath 84, A. Matthews 60, R. Byrne 2/58). CGCA 3rd Grade:

Sperling helps Gippsland to win

Secretary and scorer Garry Goodman said Sperling’s ﬁgures of 1/29 off nine overs were hugely inﬂuential on the win. “The two spinners bowled really well and got them over the line,” he said. The left armer has impressed at the Gippsland games so far, and will be pushing his name for further selection in the future.

Under 12

C Grade Division 1 Nerrena 0/19 (S. Gaddam n.o. 10) v Phillip Island 136 (G. Marshall r.o. 46, B. Young n.o. 18; T. Lawrence 3/30, K. Clark 3/14, D. Grigg 2/15). Korumburra 9/214 (R. Webster 65, P. Kelly 68, S. Hall n.o. 19; C. Prescott 4/37, M. Warren 2/50) v Town. Foster 4/214 (T. Vanin 58, W. Davy 62, T. Garvey n.o. 54; M. Goldsmith 2/35) v Inverloch.

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 2 - November 28 Replay 12.30pm Home team Away Team Ground Grade A1 Imperials v OMK EC Inverloch v Koonwarra RSL Inv Turf as Won Workmens v McM Alan Jordan Won Miners v Nerrena WFG Grade A2 Foster v Glen Alvie FGC MDU v Kilcunda/Bass Meen Town v Poowong/Loch WC1 Fish Creek/Tarwin v Phillip Island Tarwin

Umpire Terry Rogers Brendon ThomKorumburra Graham Laird John Lea Luke Sullivan Ken Lester Alan Roberts

Latrobe 8/250 (P. Mooney 75, S. Grover 65, G. Duncan 39; B. Groen 4/33, C. McIlwaine 2/37, C. Baker 2/64) d Mirboo North 110 (C. McIlwaine 39, S. Vallence 4/32, P. Mooney 2.7). CGCA Colts Division: Mirboo North 5/213 (J. Ryan 34, B. Bradshaw 34, S. Pratt 31, A. Yarnton 30, B. Schack; 2/20, J. Giusti 2/21) d Latrobe 115 (J. Brewer 56, S. Hughes 4/25).

KOONWARRA’S Sam Sperling has taken the Gippsland Under 21 team to victory in what was described as a “match winning performance”.

INVERLOCH v WONTHAGGI MINERS

Inverloch 20 C. Serong 14, B. Chapman 8, M. Toussant 7; J. Balls 2/5) v Wonthaggi Miners 55 (T. Andrighetto 21, D. Brosnan 9, F. Brosnan 9; B. Chapman 2/2). Korumburra 5/71 (Harry 13, Perks 13; Cryon 2/1) v Fish Creek/Foster 17/101 (Bill 15, Sam 12, Brock 11, Brady 14; Peter 5/3, M. Allen 4/8, Lochie 2/8, Jacob 2/6). Game 2: Korumburra 83 (P. Gillan 11, P. Ohakaui 10, Mitch 2/15) v Fish Creek/Foster 6/43 (Matt 11, Sam 8, M. Allen 2/2, L. Calder 2/0, N. McKenzie 1/2.

Total ......................................... 0/34 Bowling: Not available. WONTHAGGI WORKMENS v WONTHAGGI MINERS Wonthaggi Workmens 1st innings D. Brann c. S. Webster b. D. Beesey ............................. 62 S. Huitema b. J. Armstrong .......... 6 D. Britt lbw. b. J. Trevisi ........... 116 D. Dutchman lbw. b. J. Trevisi ... 28 L. Sawyer c. G. Kent b. J. Trevisi ................................. 6 J. Liddle n.o. ................................ 15 M. McCall c. B. Foon b. P. Owen................................. 10 T. Harley c. L. Jones b. P. Owen................................... 0 S. Roche b. J. Armstrong .............. 1 S. Coldebella c. P. Hammer b. Owen ..................................... 10 Extras ........................................... 25 Total .......................................9/279 Bowling: B. Foon 0/24, J. Trevisi 3/42, J. Armstrong 2/33, D. Beesey 1/63, P. Owen 3/91, J. Piasente 0/12.

Wonthaggi Workmens 168 (S. Osborne 46; T. Walker 5/57, P. Loos 4/30) v Wonthaggi Miners.

C Grade Division 2 Wonthaggi Workmens 217 (D. Turton 50, A. Yann 39; L. McRae 4/35, J. Bowler 2/31, P. Palmer 2/31) v Glen Alvie. Koonwarra RSL 8/174 (B. Tomada 31, L. Hughes 33, P. Kennedy n.o. 33; N. Grist 2/46, D.

Under 16 East

Foster 5/88 (B. Doran 29, L. Bromley n.o. 29; J. Flanders 2/10) d Fish Creek/Tarwin 5/49 (F. Griggs 2/8, J. Toner 2/4). MDU 92 (C. Moscript 2/20) lt. Koonwarra RSL 1/128 (B. van Rooy n.o. 43, B. Tomada n.o. 41, J. Pickersgill n.o. 21). Imperials - bye. Korumburra 7/86 (D. James 30; S. Clark 3/13) lt. Town/Nerrena 3/92 (M. Borschman 31, J. Burge n.o. 28; A. O’Neill 2/25).

Under 16 West

Wonthaggi Miners 5/128 (M. Schreck ret. n.o. 41; C. Smith 2/24) d Poowong/Loch 5/112 (T. Hancock 30, C. Poynton n.o. 40). OMK 8/106 (T. Wyatt n.o. 41; J. Dalmau 2/21, M. Woods 2/9) d Inverloch 5/87. Phillip Island 2/135 (B. Johnston ret. n.o. 41, M. Francis n.o. 26, M. Manteit n.o. 23) d Wonthaggi Workmens 50 (B. Young 3/13, C. Plant 3/5, S. Taylor 2/7). Kilcunda/Bass 3/102 (D. Clay n.o. 38; J. Tiziani 2/15) d Glen Alvie 8/76 (D. Clay 5/5).

Under 14

Korumburra 0/90 (J. Rigby 14 n.o., J. Arestia 9 n.o., T. Jenkin 8 n.o.) v Outtrim 8/62 (J. Harris 14 n.o., M. Kennewell 10 n.o., T. Jenkin 2/11, A. Ringeri 2/0). Kilcunda/Bass 6/83 (E. Luke 23 n.o., K. Condick 17, E. Garratt 9; N. Baron 3/22, Fergus 1/4) v Inverloch 9/81, Jack 18 n.o., N. Baron 13, Jordan 11, Hannah 8, B. Pipicellli 1/4, B. Caile 1/9.

Wylie 3/29, D. Wylie 2/6) v OMK. Phillip Island 8/189 (D. Kenter 45, P. Ofﬁcer r.o. 84; Z. Price 3/18) v Imperials 2/72 (D. Pellin n.o. 20, N. Hodges 37). Town v Poowong/ Loch. Results not available. MDU 145 (R. Shepherd 4/34, R. Gardiner 2/13, S. VanSteensel 2/23) v Kilcunda/Bass 0/20).

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Kris races in to top 10 LEONGATHA’S Kris McLaren scored a top 10 ﬁnish in the overall Australian Superbike rankings following the ﬁnal round of competition in Tasmania.

Round Seven saw the last round of the Australian Superbike Championships that were held in conjunction with the V8 Supercars at Symmons Plains Tasmania from November 12 to 14. Kris went into this last round in 12th position and eighth as privateer, still recovering from his wrist operation. Friday practice went well on a cloudy day and dry track. It was a long wait between practice at 8.55 am and ﬁnally qualifying ﬁrst at

4.50 pm. The weather forecast was for a very wet weekend, but Saturday stayed fine and was actually quite humid for Tasmania. The second qualifying round was at 9am and Kris put down a good time in both qualifying sessions but missed out on racing the Superpole, coming in with ninth position. Race 1 was at 1.05 pm on Saturday in dry conditions. His first race placed him eighth with a time of 55.43. Glenn Allerton/Valvoline Superbike Team won the first race with a time of 54.17. Sunday was a whole different story as it rained all through the night and continued throughout the day. It was quite cool and the track was very wet. The second race was on at 1.10 pm

in very wet conditions. Kris got a good start and raced very well. He came ninth with a time of 1:02. Wayne Maxwell/ Demolition Plus Gas Honda Race Team won the race with a time of 59.34. Both races were televised live on Channel 7. Overall for the round Kris came ninth. Overall for the year Kris ended up in the top 10, coming in at 10th – as the rookie Australian Superbike competitor; and ﬁfth as privateer. A fantastic effort after missing a round and having no ﬁnancial sponsor or factory backing for the year. Overall Bryan Staring/Cougar Bourbon Honda Race team won the 2010 ASBK championship with 241 points.

’Burra showjumping classic By Tessa Hayward THE Korumburra Showgrounds held over 150 horses and 120 riders on the weekend.

Olympic hero: Olympian Laurie Lever on Ashleigh Drossel Dan.

Show jumping: Ken Weir from Mornington does an incredible jump.

The Barastoc Korumburra Showjumping Classic was held over two days, with riders coming from all over the state. This is the horse showjumping part of the Korumburra Show, which is held at the start of next year. Trish Joyce said they decided to hold the showjumping earlier than the show for then it could be a bigger event. “It has doubled in numbers since last year,” she said. This is the second year they have held the showjumping before the show and Ms Joyce said there has been a big improvement. Ms Joyce and her family help the president of the Korumburra Agricultural Society, Sandy Carfrae, to run the event. They were thrilled to have Laurie Lever, showjumper in the Austra-

lian Olympics 2008, competing in the event. “I come here because it is a super ground, it is a different surface to the Olympics,” Mr Lever said. When asked how this showjumping event compares to the Olympics, Mr Lever laughed: “There are a lot more Australians.” There were 13 classes between two rings, with the height varying from 75cm to 130cm. On Saturday night there was a feature class called the Bundy Bareback Jump. The rider who completed the course with the quickest time without a saddle won a bottle of Bundaberg. The Korumburra Football Club donated their electronic billboard to feature all the sponsors of the event. Ms Joyce thanked all the locals for volunteering to help. “They helped with the pencilling and picking up the poles,” she said. Ms Joyce said they are all very happy with the response to the event.

Leongatha cycling FRIDAY night track racing was again run with cold and dewy conditions prevailing, so all members were keen to run the racing and finish the night. With several members away competing in the schools HPV event at Maryborough, club coach Tony Smith brought out the motorbike for some motor paced events over the night. First event of the night was a one lap time trial. Elliot Gin posted a 32.39 sec lap, but was not down to his best times. Mat Dudley managed to do a personal best at 34.39 sec. He was followed by Mitch Gin at 36.19 sec whilst newcomer Alex Bennett clocked up a 48.04 sec. The handicapper used the times plus the previous night’s racing to sort out some handicaps for a one lap dash. Alex Bennett was given 160m start and following his training efforts on Wednesday night promptly had a convincing win from Matt and Elliott. A two lap handicap was the next event and once again Alex made the most of his handicap to claim another win just ahead of the fast finishing bunch. This time it was Elliot in second with Mat in third place. The motorbike was fired up for a five lap Keirin event. This saw Alex grab the spot just behind the motorbike for the first 3.5 laps. However, at the business end it was Elliot clearing out for a win. Mitch managed to follow Elliot’s wheel for a run to the line which enabled him to claim second ahead of Matt. The last event for the night was a 12 lap motor paced scratch race. The motorbike kept the riders working consistently until the finish. The dash to the line saw Elliot slip away for another win ahead of Matt and Mitch. Training is on Wednesday night followed by the club’s annual general meeting at 8pm. All members are invited to come along and set the directions for the club and the office bearers. At present we are looking for some of the masters to join in with the track racing with masters only events. Linton Clay, Kevin Feeley and Lindsay Love have been down for training on Wednesday night. The track racing will assist the masters with their speed for road season race finish sprints, so we encourage our older members to check out the track for a different aspect of racing.

2010 Gippsland Associated Theatre Awards - official nominations Musical theatre Most outstanding lead actor (male): John Black, “Javert” - Les Misérables, WTC; Charles Gruen - “Jean Valjean”, Les Misérables, WTC; Peter Larsen - “Monsieur Thenardier”, Les Misérables, WTC; Wayne Moloney - “Fagin”, Oliver!, WTC; Aneurin Pascoe - “Marius”, Les Misérables, WTC; David Varney - “Sid”, The Pajama Game, BLT. Most outstanding lead actor (female): Shiobhan Barry, - “Cosette”, Les Misérables, WTC; Emmi Latham - “William Barfee”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Brittany Lewis - “Eponine”, Les Misérables, WTC; Gabrielle Venning “Olive Ostrovsky”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA. Most outstanding support actor (male): Keith Ford - “Hines”, The Pajama Game”, BLT; Josh Gardiner - “Chip Tolentino”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Ivan Koesveld, - “Leaf Coneybear”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Jake Kuyper - “Bill Sykes”, Oliver!, WTG; Noel Stringer “Vice Principal Douglas Panch”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Glen Turner - “Uncle Willie”, High Society, LLT. Most outstanding support actor (female): Brigid Auld - “Jan”, Grease, MDS; Jemima Eva - “Logainne Schwartzandgruben-

niere”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Chelsea Foon - “Liz Imbrie”, High Society, LLT; Sue Lake Harris - “Gladys”, The Pajama Game”, BLT. Most outstanding musical director: Cheryl Connor / Greg Wright, High Society, LLT; John Laurie, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Ann Roffe, Grease, MDS; Kirk Skinner, Oliver!, WTG. Most outstanding choreographer: Anthea Donohue, Oliver!, WYG; Jemima and Nathan Eva, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Wendy Gilbert, Grease, MDS. Most outstanding director: Nathan Eva, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Michael and Tracey Gaylard, Les Misérables, WTC; Peter McAlpine, High Society, LLT, Karen MilkinsHendry, Oliver!, WTG. Most outstanding production: Les Misérables, WTG; Oliver!, WTG; Spelling Bee, FAMDA.

Drama/Comedy Most outstanding lead actor (male): Steve Dwyer - “Willy Loman”, Death Of A Salesman”, STC; Lawrie Fildes - “Danny”, Brassed Off, BLT; Timothy Govers - “Andy”, Brassed Off, BLT; David Tattersall - “Frank”, Educating Rita, LLT; Mark Woods - “David

Bliss”, Hay Fever, LTC. Most outstanding lead actor - (female): Lucy Challis - “Gloria”, Brassed Off, BLT; Alison Norfolk - “Sandra”, Brassed Off, STC; Christine Skicko - “Judith Bliss”, Hay Fever, LTC; Jo Street - “Rita”, Educating Rita, LLT. Most outstanding support actor (male): Anthony Kennedy - “Phil”, Brassed Off, BLT; Wayne Musgrove - “Harry”, Brassed Off, BLT. Most outstanding support actor (female): Pam Anderson - “Linda”, Death Of A Salesman”, STC; Michelle Linahan - “Vera”, Brassed Off, STC; Jill McCubbin - “Rita”, Brassed Off, STC; Christine Skicko - “Vera”, Brassed Off”, BLT; Andrea Smith - “Rita”, Brassed Off, BLT. Most outstanding director: David Baggallay, Educating Rita, LLT; Dan Clancey, Brassed Off, BLT; Richard Tyler, Hay Fever, LTC. Most outstanding production: Brassed Off, BLT; Brassed Off, STC; Educating Rita, LLT; Hay Fever, LTC. Most outstanding youth performance (male): Johnny Costin - “Shane”, Brassed Off, STC; Castelle Dugan - “Doody”, Grease,

MDS; Aubrey Gaylard - “Gavroche”, Les Misérables, WTC; Nicky Lawson - “Oliver”, Oliver!, WTG; Corey O’Shea - “Shane”, Brassed Off, BLT; Adam Turner - “The Artful Dodger”, Oliver!, WTG. Most outstanding youth performance (female): Emily Rouse - “Young Cosette”, Les Misérables, WTC; Kelsea Timmers - “Dinah Lord”, High Society, LLT. Most outstanding cameo performance: Michael Giles - Mr Sowerberry, Oliver!, WTG; Paul Smith - “Mitch Mahoney”, Spelling Bee, FAMDA. Most outstanding ensemble: Cast of Spelling Bee, FAMDA; Oliver! ensemble, WTG; Sale City Band, Brassed Off, STC; Traralgon City Band, Brassed Off, BLT. Most outstanding set design: Break A Leg Theatre, Brassed Off, BLT; Tracy and Michael Gaylard, Les Meserables, WTC; John Hall, Hay Fever, LTC; Tad Hendry, Oliver!, WTG, Peter McAlpine, High Society, LLT; David Tattersall, Educating Rita, LLT. Most outadning costume design: Chris Beehag / Peter McAlpine, High Society, LLT; Isaac Lummis, Oliver!, WTG; Larissa Morey, Hay Fever, LTC; Eloisa Tripodi, Brassed Off,

BLT./ Most outstanding makeup and hair design: There are no nominations in this category for 2010. Most outstanding lighting design: Jayson Bowles, Les Misérables, WTC; Ewan Cole, Oliver!, WTG; Russell Stewart, Brassed Off, BLT. Most outstanding technical achievement: Brassed Off; BLT; Les Misérables, WTC; Oliver!, WTG. Most outstanding program: Jodie Dalton, Oliver!, WTC; Wayne Musgrove, Brassed Off, BLT; Jennifer Paragreen, Spelling Bee, FAMDA; David Tattersall, High Society, LLT; Aron Toman, Hay Fever, LTC. Key BLT: Break A Leg Theatre FAMDA: FAMDA LLT: Leongatha Lyric Threatre LTC: Latrobe Theatre Company MDS: Maffra Dramatic Society STC: Sale Theatre Company WTC: Warragul Theatre Company WTG: Wonthaggi Theatrical Group Spelling Bee: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

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Foot down at Hillclimb By Tessa Hayward

KOONWARRA drivers Brett Hayward and Greg Ackland of the Gippsland Car Club put on an impressive performance at the 2010 Australian Hillclimb Championship. The championship was held at Collingrove in the Barossa Region during the weekend of October 16 and 17, with 120 competitors entered. Mr Hayward, who won the Australian title in 2009, came a close second with an outstanding fastest time of 28.64 seconds, only 0.67 of

a second behind the winner. “I did better than I expected, the guy who came first was really good,” he said. His performance was indeed outstanding as his ‘Hayward’ open wheeler has less than half the capacity of the winning car. Mr Hayward also won the Formula Libre 1301 – 2000cc class. “I designed and built my own car and over the last 12 months I completely finished it. Glenn White did all the aerodynamic stuff and welding, he did a great job,” he said. Mr Ackland’s fastest time of 29.33 seconds in his Ninja GA7 gave him first place in the Formula Libre

Up to 1300cc class and fourth overall in the Australian Championship. “I’m very happy I won my class,” he said. When asked about rivalry between the two drivers, Mr Ackland laughed and said, “a little bit”. They are both preparing to race at Haunted Hills, Gippsland Car Club’s home track, in a couple of weeks. Next year, Mr Hayward plans to travel interstate to Bathurst and Queensland to race. Despite the wet and cold conditions, both drivers managed to set track records in their classes and set the mark for future Australian titles.

Jane’s clean sweep FORMER Nerrena resident Jane Riley, made a clean sweep of the recent Dilute Championships at Gatton Showgrounds in Queensland.

Riding her four-yearold buckskin Welsh cob known as “Cobby”, her wins included: • reserve champion led buckskin, • 1st buckskin saddle horse over 14 hands and not over 15 hands, • champion ridden buckskin, • 1st ridden galloway over 14 hands and not over 15 hands, • champion ridden hack, • supreme saddle horse of the show, • hi-point buckskin of the show. Jane and “Cobby” also

competed successfully in the dressage phase, taking out the prep B and placing third in the preliminary 1C. There were some really good horses that had competed at Brisbane Royal under saddle, so it was a real thrill for Jane, who broke in and trained the horse herself in Gippsland before taking him to Queensland. She said the judges praised his lovely forward moving action and noted he never put a foot wrong in the workout phases. It is the ﬁrst time a galloway has won the Joy Hunter Memorial Perpetual Trophy Supreme of Supremes Under Saddle. The young star cob was also awarded reserve champion buckskin gelding for the Darling Downs Promotion Group

Racing champion: The second place trophy Brett Hayward holds is well deserved.

Winner: Jane Riley on her winning horse “Cobby”, with two interstate judges. Awards at last year’s show season as a threeyear-old. “He has a nice jump in

him as well,” said Jane, who will take him slowly up the grades.

Ken’s ready to ride By Tessa Hayward THE charities have been chosen and Ken Shaw, 78, is beginning to taper off his training. Funds raised from the 400km bike ride on December 7-8 will be donated to the Rotary Club of Leongatha to go to charities for African orphans and ﬂu victims of Pakistan. “Michael Malone and I discussed the ride and we decided to raise funds to give to a charity,” Ken said. Ken was riding 500-600km a week but has now tapered down to 60km a day. During the last few days before the ride, there will be no training.

Ken said it was great having dualOlympic Gold Medallist, Drew Ginn helping him prepare for the ride. Drew has been advising Ken on dietary requirements and training regime. “He has become a good friend, he is very good support,” Ken said. Ken has never met anyone who has done 24 hours of cycling before; however Ballarat is holding a 24 hour road race on November 27. He decided to ride 400kms in 24 hours to encourage the elderly to get ﬁt and healthy. Last year he walked up and down the 126 steps at Shack Bay 50 times in 90 minutes. The course along the foreshore of

Inverloch is 10kms, Ken will complete this 40 times. “The hardest thing about this ride is the poor condition of the bitumen,” Ken said, “It is very rough.” Members of the ‘Coastal Cruisers’ bicycle group are allocating times to ride with Ken to keep him company, especially during the night shift. Ken is looking forward to riding and raising money for charities which he really cares for and wants to help. People are able to donate by writing a cheque to the Leongatha Rotary Club or by donating in cash to Alex Scott and Staff in Leongatha and Inverloch. All of the proceeds will go to the charities nominated.

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Is Don, is good: Dyson Heppell is one of Essendon’s newest youngsters. Bombers’ coach James Hird (left) is hoping Dyson and other recruits will resurrect the club. Photo courtesy The Slattery Media Group.

By Isaac McCallum EVERYTHING was happening as Dyson Heppell dreamed. He was speaking to boyhood idol, and Essendon coach James Hird about becoming an AFL footballer with the club he has supported since he was a boy. Dyson would be staying in Victoria, selected with pick number eight in the 2010 AFL National Draft. What he would not have dreamed, or even considered, was making the plans with his new coach in a tent near the beach at Burleigh Heads, Queensland. “(Essendon list manager) Adrian Dodoro rang up and said: ‘We’ve got Hirdy on board and we’re coming around to have a chat’. I brought them into the little tent and we sat around and had a bit of a chat,” Dyson said shortly after being selected. “It was a bit weird when Hirdy walked in. It was a massively surreal feeling. He wanted to know me and my family and it was a pretty informal discussion.” In a range of see-sawing opinions, Dyson went from certain Brisbane player, and bounced around as a possible selection to other clubs before ending up at Essendon. Speculation about a past groin injury was a growing concern, but Heppell quashed any rumours pre-draft. “I was getting calls from clubs and they were asking: ‘What’s wrong with your groin, I knew nothing was wrong. It’s all good and I’m ﬁne,” he said. Should Dyson debut in Round one as part of Essendon’s new look midﬁeld, he will be doing so against the Western Bulldogs at Etihad Stadium, which will draw a large crowd. It is predicted that a large South Gippsland contingent will head to the game to see Leongatha’s newest draft star. Wallis follows dad MITCH Wallis, the son of former Bulldogs and Leongatha player Steve was drafted under the father/son selec-

Unbelievable: last week was a huge one for the Heppell family. Parents Paul and Ann-Maree and children Jamin, Dyson and Aaron are pictured relaxing on the beach on the Gold Coast. Photo courtesy Herald-Sun. tion at pick number 22 to the Western Bulldogs. Wallis was the key factor in thwarting Gippsland Power’s premiership hopes this year, racking up 47 possessions in a best on ground performance for Calder Cannons. His dad, a former captain, played 261 games for the side and represented Victoria on three occasions. Mitch will be hoping to perform similarly when he gets on the big stage. From Yarram to Sydney JED Lamb’s magical foot skills will take him from the small town of Yarram to Australia’s most populous destination - Sydney - after he was picked up as number 21 in the AFL draft. The 18-year-old has been described as the best young sharpshooter, and will be looking to cement a spot in the Swans’ forward line next season. As a team-mate to Dyson Heppell for Gippsland in the Under 18 TAC competition, the pair combined beautifully. But on Sunday, April 3 they may face off as rivals should both be selected for their clubs in Round Two matches. Talks with Sheedy Young Stony Creek footballer, Cameron Stone, could be a surprise

selection for new team, Greater Western Sydney. Stone, who ﬂew up to “Schoolies Week” on the Gold Coast on Saturday after attending his Year 12 formal, spoke for some time with GWS coach Kevin Sheedy and recruiting staff at Melbourne Airport. Apparently they were very interested in Stone, taking measurements and asking him about his plans postschool. Stone, a fast utility player, has trained with Gippsland Power and was a member of Stony Creek’s premiership team of 2009 and runner-up team in 2010. Stone may have his chance at the Rookie Draft coming up on Tuesday, December 7. GWS has selections one to eight and the Gold Coast has selection nine and ﬁrst selection in each subsequent round. Another Stony Creek player, Brenton Byrnes has been training with Essendon and he is a chance at the Rookie Draft as well. Delisted St Kilda player, Robert Eddy, could be picked up in the AFL Pre-Season draft next Tuesday, November 30.