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We’re safe: happy to have all escaped a potential deadly house fire were, from left, Emily Hollier, Gary Ponder, hero cat ‘Shadow’, Sharon Hollier and Kiara Hollier.
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By Tony Giles AN eight year old male Persian cat named ‘Shadow’ came to the rescue of a family of four and saved their lives, after fire almost engulfed their home in Leongatha’s Worthy Street early on Sunday morning. The house was occupied by Sharon Hollier, her friend Gary Ponder, and children Kiara Hollier, 12, and Emily Hollier, 6. According to Mrs Hollier, she woke at about 1.25am to a bang on the roof.
“There was a party going on nearby and I thought the bang may have been related to that so I didn’t think much of it,” Mrs Hollier told The Star yesterday. “However our Persian cat soon after started making loud meowing noises which is quite uncharacteristic as she is usually a quiet cat. “She usually sleeps on Kiara’s bed with the bedroom door closed but for some reason this time she had the run of the house, luckily. “I opened our bedroom door to investigate and immediately detected a very damp chemical smell, and the cat came straight to me and curled itself around my leg.
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“With the dampness I thought the hot water service may have blown up.” Mrs Hollier went closer to the closed laundry door in the middle of the house and felt an intense heat emanating from the room. “Kiara’s bedroom is adjacent to the laundry and I yelled for her to get out,” she said. Mr Ponder climbed out of another bedroom window and immediately went back in to get Emily out of her bedroom at the front of the house. He then went back in to rescue two other animals, a cat and a dog, both in cages. Continued on page 4.
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Insulting theft: Ray Pearson of Leongatha, a loyal Aussie, cannot believe a thief stole one of his many beloved Australian flags from his carport. in their tracks. “There had been a scooter on the naturestrip for three months and no one has taken it, and they go and steal a flag,” he said. “I’m just hoping whoever stole it stole it, because they wanted it and not because they hated it. “But you just do not go
venom. The species of the snake is unknown. A spokesperson for Leongatha Healthcare recommended people carry bandages when out and about this summer. “It is important to know first aid for a snake bite. They need to know how to apply bandages and should aim to keep the limb as still and relaxed as possible,” they said. “Always dial triple zero if you have been bitten by a snake.” Fact sheets explaining the bandaging process can be accessed online at stjohn.org.au
and steal it. I’d have shouted them one if they wanted one.” Mr Pearson, who served his country as a former captain of the Leongatha and Ruby fire brigades, said he simply loved Australia and hoped the flag was never changed. “I believe every house
in Australia should fly a flag. I’m proud to be an Aussie,” he said. “Every Australian should be proud of what our country has achieved in such a small period of time. “You work hard for what you have got. You don’t go and steal it. It’s not the fact it was a $20 flag. It
was the fact they took it.” Mr Pearson reported the theft to police, who are now looking for the disrespectful Australian – if they dare call themselves one. In the meantime, he has plenty of Australian flags in his collection and plans to again fly the flag with pride.
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Oven explodes THE owners of a new house in Venus Bay received a shock when their oven exploded on Saturday. The owners of the Inlet View Road property had moved into the newly constructed home 48 hours before the incident at 12.34pm. One of the owners turned on a gas top stove and electric oven which exploded, causing the owner to be thrown across the room. The oven door shattered and the cook top was blown off the bench. Further damage was caused to cupboards where gas lines ran from outside gas bottles into the kitchen. The CFA attended and
turned the gas off. The explosion did not result in any fire. Ambulance Victoria officers attended the scene and treated the owner for a small laceration to his leg and checked for concussion.
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Ray Pearson was furious when he discovered his beloved flag had been taken from his carport overnight on November 16. “I hope the wind blows hard and wraps the flag around your neck and chokes you, scum bag,” he said to the thief. “It looks like our way of life in a small country town is gone.” The flag was one of many owned by the fiercely loyal Aussie, but the fact a thief could stoop as low as stealing the flag of the country they live in has astounded him. “Everyone I have spoken to has said it’s an act of treason,” Mr Pearson said. “The flag is who we are. It’s recognised around the world.” The flag had been flying for only four days and was stolen on the only night Mr Pearson forgot to activate a security light that would have illuminated the thief
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GEORGIE Preston knows of the challenges of living with
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ing Year 12. The 17 year old from Leongatha South has channelled her experiences into designing an app for mobile phones that will connect diabetic teenagers across Australia. Georgie is one of just five finalists from 700 entries across Australia to be
chosen to fly to Sydney on December 3. She will meet with app designers in a bid to make her vision a reality, as part of the national app design competition, Samsung Adappt. At the end of the four day Samsung Adappt Bootcamp, finalists will pitch their prototypes to
judges in the hope of winning a $10,000 grant to advance their design. “It will be just a prototype app and hopefully in the future it will be an app for everyone to use,” Georgie said. Regardless of the outcome of the bootcamp, Georgie’s idea has already
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attracted interest from Diabetes Australia. Her app design includes functions for diabetics to network, and access news, management tips and recipes, particularly for young people leaving home and cooking for themselves. “Hopefully the app can be used by non-diabetics as well, such as friends, to understand what their friends are going through,” Georgie said. The former Leongatha Secondary College student gained the skills to develop her idea after attending a YMCA LaunchPad camp in Melbourne designed to encourage teenagers to pursue their visions for a social enterprise. Georgie developed diabetes in Year 7. Despite being the condition most common chronic disease among children, she felt at a loss. “I felt really alone in Year 12 because no one else in my school had type one diabetes, so no one really understood what it was like to be dealing with it,” she said. Georgie sought out networking opportunities for young diabetics online
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Golden spade launches dream
CONSTRUCTION began on Korumburra’s $5.3 million Karmai Community Children’s Centre on Friday.
McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, who fought hard for the federal funds contributed to the project, turned the first symbolic sod with a gleaming golden shovel. The centre will be a purpose built facility offering 120 new places for child care, kindergarten and out of school hours’ care, along with maternal health services and a training facility for childhood educators. It will include the construction of three long day care rooms and two early learning rooms, two interchangeable maternal and specialist consulting rooms, various indoor and outdoor play spaces, and meeting rooms. The ceremony followed a series of speeches in front of a gathering of dignitaries and residents, many of whom had close personal involvement in bringing this day about, at the Mair Crescent site off Princess Street. The president of the Karmai Community Children’s Centre Committee, Bronwyn Beach, gave a speech which Mr Broadbent said would stand up in
any parliament. “We have dreamt about this day,” Mrs Beach said, “and now it is a reality.” She told the gathering every candidate who ever stood for a seat, at all tiers of government, was lobbied by the committee. The committee is now widely regarded as a role model for how to go about achieving outcomes of this kind. Mrs Beach said the new centre will address the increasing childcare needs of the community and will break the cycle of disadvantage experienced by many in the community. She said the new centre will also “empower families by making it easier for mothers to work and participate in the economy.” She thanked South Gippsland Shire Council and said its commitment was integral in bringing about this day which Korumburra “truly needed and deserved.” Mr Broadbent said the new centre would make a difference by addressing disadvantage. “Intervention very early in a person’s life will take them somewhere they would never otherwise have got to in life,” he said. “This town deserves this project.” The centre will provide additional early learning and day care options to families in South Gippsland. Eastern Victoria Re-
gion MLC Daniel Mulino offered the community the State Government’s congratulations. He remarked that with multiple layers of government and politicians of different stripes involved
in bringing the project to reality, “there are lots of areas of policy where there is agreement on what communities need.” He said local families would benefit from better access to quality early
childhood services at an important time in their child’s development. Mayor Cr Bob Newton said the centre would be known as the ‘Karmai Community Children’s Centre’ following the amal-
gamation of Korumburra Kindergarten and Birralee Childcare Centre. “This is an absolutely fantastic day for South Gippsland,” he said. “Hats off to the people on the committee who have worked so hard. Council thanks you and Korumburra will thank you long into the future.” Locally, 24 jobs are expected to be created during construction and another 27 ongoing jobs are expected to be created once the facility is complete. The Karmai Community Children’s Centre is
jointly funded by the Federal and State governments ($1.6 million each), the council (over $2 million) and the Karmai Community Children’s Centre Inc. ($100,000). A notable absentee from the proceeding in Korumburra was Peter Ryan, who as Deputy Premier of Victoria, was a champion advocate of the Karmai project. The former Gippsland South MLA’s tireless work towards making this golden shovel day a reality was mentioned over and over again.
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Golden day: front, from left, Tyler Mortimer, Maeve Butler, Archie Simcock, Kaiya Muranty and Alex Beach gather around the golden spade as the first sod is turned to mark the official start of construction of the new Karmai Community Children’s Centre. Back, from left, centre vice president Rebecca Marriott, Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, centre president Bronwyn Beach, South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Bob Newton and Eastern Victoria Region MLC Daniel Mulino.
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Crushed by car A NYORA woman has been airlifted to the Royal Melbourne Hospital after an accident on her property yesterday (Monday).
The 29 year old woman was outside her Nyora property when her car began to roll down the driveway. The woman sustained injuries when she attempted to stop the car. She was either run over by the car or was caught between the vehicle and a fence post. The woman sustained serious injuries to her lower abdomen, legs and pelvis. Her primary school age children dialled 000 and went to the neighbours seeking assistance while they waited for an ambulance. Police are investigating the circumstances around the accident.
Road rage LEONGATHA Police are looking for a vehicle involved in a road rage incident last Wednesday. A black Ford Falcon ute overtook vehicles on double lanes near Kardella on the South Gippsland Highway. The car was driving dangerously on the stretch of road between Old Leongatha Road and Korumburra South at around 4.45pm. Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact Leongatha Police.
Graduation celebration: from left, Tanya Derrick, former student Harry Stuart, Eloise Scholte, Michael Olden and Abby Bolge enjoyed a night of celebration and dancing at the Leongatha Secondary College Year 12 formal on Friday night as the examination period came to a close. The formal was held at Leongatha Memorial Hall.
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Library all a flutter THE Wonthaggi Library is covered in butterflies of all different shapes and sizes at the moment, as part of a community art project. The display was launched to the public on Saturday with face painting, storytelling and a drumming performance. The idea of Wonthaggi commu-
nity VCAL teacher Tom MurrayWhite, the project to cover the library in butterflies was embraced by the town. “I thought it was a cool idea, so working with the library, we put out an open invitation to the whole community to get involved, particularly primary school aged children,” he said. “The library did a lot of work
engaging the local community and the schools to bring the project together.” Mr Murray-White also led a musical performance, which portrayed the life of a butterfly using percussion instruments and a violin. “We had six sections all blended together to take the audience through the life cycle of a butterfly,” he said.
All the colours: Celeste and Tomieka Petracca from Inverloch were enthralled by the hundreds of colourful butterflies on the windows of the Wonthaggi Library on Saturday.
Rule risks drowning town
SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been accused of overreacting to the threat of sea level rise by imposing building restrictions that will deter investment at Port Welshpool. Council proposes new homes less than three metres above the Australian Height Datum (AHD) to require a planning permit. The ruling is proposed under the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay, known as planning schemed amendment C81. Council will tomorrow (Wednesday) vote on whether to request Victorian
Planning Minister Richard Wynne to appoint an independent planning panel to consider the amendment. The recommendation before council is to ask the panel to consider the merit of reducing the height limit from 3.4m to 3m AHD. A review found applying the 3.4m limit did not reflect predictions storm and tidal activity east of Wilsons Promontory would have a lower impact than on the western side, given the barrier islands on the eastern side. Cr Jeanette Harding questioned the fairness of the proposed policy on Port Welshpool. “The judgment is being made holus-bolus. They are not doing anything in Sydney or St Kilda. The coastal areas are being treated as one
but they can’t be treated as one. It’s so common sense,” she said. Submissions to council raised concerns the overlay mapping would have a negative impact on land values and inflation of insurance premiums and the need to protect land from inundation. Port Welshpool landowner Paul Hamlett said the overlay risked stifling development and undermining the community’s confidence, especially as many houses built now would be obsolete by 2100, the year council is predicting a one in 100 year flood would occur. “Simply to encourage individuals to raise the floor level of future buildings or infrastructure to be above the expected 2100 worst case water levels is overly simplistic
and fails to recognise what might be expected to become the norm in relation to tidal inundation in these areas, that is eventually low level inundation will occur with every high tide,” he said. “If Port Welshpool is to be inundated everyday, is it a place where you want to live?” Mr Hamlett said affluent Melbourne suburbs such as Brighton faced similar sea level rise threats but the local council was not imposing 3m height limits. He said while he had no doubt sea levels would rise, he questioned the rate at which authorities predicted they would. Council’s director of development services Bryan Sword said council had a responsibility to plan for the
future. “We are basing this recommendation to council on the best scientific information available,” he said. Roger Harvey has developed land at Port Welshpool and is a town planner. He said the City of Port Phillip was not rushing such policy through and urged council to approach the threat of sea level rise carefully. He said the Federal and State governments needed to fund infrastructure to protect Port Welshpool from inundation. He said the real estate market at Port Welshpool had been flat for many years, and called for council not to drop property values further. “This needs a bigger, broader, tougher approach with everyone contributing,”
Mr Harvey said. If council calls for a panel assessment, council will consider the panel’s report before making a final decision. Council is opting to seek a panel’s opinion given its inability to resolve issues raised
by the 14 objections to the draft overlay. The amendment includes the removal of the Environmental Significance Overlay Schedule 6, which removes 660 lots from flooding or inundation planning restrictions.
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Children love garden KORUMBURRA’S Milpara Community House officially opened its new children’s garden on Saturday, which has been in development since 2013. Milpara Community House manager Jenni Keerie said the children’s garden idea grew from the number of people accessing the emergency food bank, particularly those with young children. “Our concern was our younger children were becoming increasingly distant to the source of their fruits and vegetables and becoming more accustomed to those items coming from a shelf in the supermarket,” she said. “Also, many families access a lot of fast food options. We have come to realise this is having a generational impact with people having very little experience preparing meals using fresh produce.” Mr Keerie said the children’s garden
was one way of introducing fresh grown produce at a young age. “Children who come here will be able to taste fruits and vegetables straight from the bush, vine and tree,” she said. “We have also used yarn bombing in the garden as a way of introducing knitting and crocheting to a younger audience.” Mr Keerie said everything used and planted in the garden was sourced locally, and was grown with the help of many volunteers. “It is a community space, open for everyone to use. We have playgroup at Milpara on Friday, so they too will be able to use the garden,” she said. “We would like to see it as a space for the whole community to take advantage of.” Any excess produce from the garden will be used to supplement the emergency food bank, which will help link the users of that resource to fresh ingredients.
Storm sparks fires By Lucy Johnson Home grown: from left, Korumburra boys Jason Land, Xavier Nicholls and Tim Wyhoon enjoyed getting to know Milpara Community House’s new children’s garden which was officially opened on Saturday.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times are essential, phone 5662 9222. Wednesday 25 November - Council Chamber: 10.00am - Public Presentation 11.30am - Audit Committee Chair - Annual Update ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wednesday 25 November - 2.00pm 1. Quarterly Performance Report, July - September 2015 2. Councillor Expenditure Report, 30 September 2015 3. Report on Assembly of Councillors, 22 September - 21 October 2015 4. Councillor Discretionary Fund Allocation Report, October 2015 5. Documents sealed and contracts awarded or varied by the CEO, 26 September - 4 November 2015 6. Planning application 2015/135 - 13 Clarence St, Loch - use and development of the land for a hospital 7. Municipal Precinct Study - final consultant's report 8. South Gippsland Planning Scheme Amendment C81 - Land Subject to Inundation Overlay - refer submissions to an independent planning panel 9. Capital Works Program 2015/16 - proposed amendments 10. Policy review - sound recording of Council meetings 11. Councillor Appointment to Committees 2015/16 12. CLOSED ITEM - 2015/16 Community Grants Round 1 VEHICLE IMPOUNDED Council impounded the following vehicle in accordance with Schedule 11 of the Local Government Act 1989 on 11 November, 2015 from Reserve Street, Foster: Make: Toyota, Type: Sedan, Colour: Blue, Year: 1997, Registration Number: TFF663. Unless the vehicle is collected and relevant fees paid within 14 days of the date of this notice, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the public. For enquiries, please contact Local Laws Officer, Laurie Arundale, on 5662 9200 during business hours. NO JAB, NO PLAY, NO PAY POLICY Don't forget the No Jab, No Play, No Pay legislation will be introduced on 1 January, 2016. All immunisation catch-ups for overdue children must be booked with Council prior to the Public Sessions. The policy means a child cannot be enrolled at a childcare facility unless the parent or guardian provides an official record proving the child is fully immunised or an approved exemption is provided. Families will also not receive government support payments if their children's immunisations are not up to date.
DECEMBER IMMUNISATION SESSIONS Tuesday 1 December: ? Fish Creek: RSL Hall, Meeniyan-Promontary Road, 9.00 - 9.30am ? Foster: WMA Centre, Main Street, 10 - 10:30am ? Leongatha: Uniting Church Hall, Peart Street, 12:30 - 1:30pm Wednesday 2 December: ? Mirboo North: MCH Centre, Brennan Street, 9 9:30am ? Korumburra: Community Room, Commercial Street, 11:30am -12:00pm Bookings are essential, phone 5662 9361. NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT C105 The Minister for Planning has approved Amendment C105 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme. The Amendment came into operation on 12 November, 2015 and: ? Rezones land at 1870 South Gippsland Highway, Stony Creek, from Farming Zone to Public Use Zone, Service and Utility for the Meeniyan Waste Water Treatment Plant. ? Applies Schedule 4 to the Environmental Significance Overlay to the rezoned land and land within 200–270 metres of the main treatment lagoon of the Meeniyan Waste Water Treatment Plant. ? Amends the Schedule to Clause 63.01 to include a new Planning Scheme Map No. 18ESO4. A copy of the Amendment can be inspected, free of charge, at the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) website at www.delwp.vic.gov.au/public-inspection and during business hours at Council's Leongatha office, 9 Smith Street, Leongatha. John Ginivan, Acting Executive Director Statutory Planning and Heritage (DELWP) COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Road & Vegetation Maintenance: Walkerville/ Middle Tarwin/ Meeniyan/ Korumburra Sth/ Kardella Sth/ Outtrim Vegetation Maintenance: Korumburra Bena Rd, Bena/ Kelly & Moses Rd, Korumburra Drainage Maintenance: Poowong East/ Nyora/ Loch/ Walkerville/ Middle Tarwin/ Meeniyan & Landing Rd, Foster Stabilising Works: Whitelaw St, Meeniyan/ Walkerville Rd, Tarwin Lower Pavement Rehabilitation Works: Leongatha Yarragon Rd, Wooreen Roadside Slashing: Poowong area Road Construction: Grand Ridge Rd, Trida & Carmodys Rd, Leongatha Sth Culvert Replacement: Gibbs St, Foster Sealing Works: Bridge St & Mine Rd, Korumburra Tree Maintenance: Ameys Track, Foster Footpath Renewal: McCartin St, Leongatha Weather permitting
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SOUTH Gippsland was woken by a thunderstorm on Thursday night that caused damage across the region. A number of lightning strikes resulted in fires at Leongatha South, Ruby, Dumbalk North and Stony Creek, with CFA brigades called out across Friday morning. Ruby and Leongatha brigades attended a fire at Old Korumburra Road where lightning caught fire in scrub at 1.49am. Firefighters contained and extinguished the blaze before it spread any further. Lightning also ignited a roadside tree at Leongatha South on the Bass Highway. Leongatha and Koonwarra fire brigades attended the private property at 6.52am and managed to extinguish the flames before they spread.
Leongatha CFA secretary Gary Burns said wet weather decreased the risk of fires spreading throughout the morning. “Koonwarra and Leongatha brigades attended the Leongatha South fire and managed to keep it under control. All fires throughout the morning were caused by the thunderstorm,” he said. Meeniyan and Stony Creek Fire Brigade was called to a fire as a result of lightning at Whitelaws Track at Stony Creek. The unit was called at 9.06am and the area was declared safe by 9.40am. Dumbalk Rural Fire Brigade also extinguished a flaming tree at Dumbalk South at 9.11am on Friday. Meanwhile residents of Devon North were advised to take action as a bushfire continued to burn between Calrossie and Won Wron, near Yarram. Walkerville brigade assisted in fighting fires in the region.
Dump site under review By Sarah Vella VEOLIA will continue to pursue a landfill for Leongatha South, despite the site being left off the Metropolitan Waste and Resource Recovery Group draft plan.
That plan was released last week. Metropolitan Waste and Resource Recovery Group (MWRRG) CEO Robert Millard said under the legislation guiding the development of regional waste and resource recovery plans, proposals for new infrastructure can only be listed in the relevant regional plan, where the facility is located. “Like MWRRG’s process, the Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group is currently undertaking its own analysis of what waste and recycling infrastructure the region needs and will then prepare and release a draft plan for stakeholder and community consultation,” he said. “As with the metropolitan implementation plan, any new infrastructure that is scheduled for regional Victoria will need to apply for the relevant EPA and planning approvals before going ahead.” Veolia engineering manager Andrew Race said Veolia did not expect the Leongatha South site proposed for a new landfill to be explicitly identified in the draft plan. “As planned, Veolia intends to work closely with the Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group (GWRRG) and State Government to ensure the potential landfill site is listed in a valid waste management plan before it submits its planning application,” he said. “Veolia believes there is a need for best practice landfills to be established to the east of Melbourne. Gipplsand South MLA Danny O’Brien said the metropolitan plan was only a draft report and while it was positive Leongatha South was not mentioned, it does not mean the fight is over. “We need to see the final report and also the plans of the Gippsland waste group before this proposal is ruled out all together,” he said.
“The community fight is already sending a strong signal to Veolia and the government that we don’t want Melbourne’s waste in our beautiful part of the state.” Mr Millard said a site can only be developed as a landfill if it is scheduled in the relevant regional waste and resource recovery implementation plan. He said 10 landfills in metropolitan Melbourne would close over the next 10 years. “Our analysis shows the remaining 10 landfills have capacity to meet Melbourne’s needs over the 10 year life of the current metropolitan implementation plan,” he said. “MWRRG’s aim, as outlined in the draft implementation plan, is to increase the recovery of resources from landfill, reducing the need for new landfills. “We will do this by continuing to develop a network of organic processing facilities that divert food and garden waste away from landfill and by undertaking a joint procurement with councils to establish facilities using alternative waste technologies that can recover waste and process it into useful products. “Melbourne will need some level of landfilling in the long-term, and the remaining landfills have the potential to provide this need.” A spokesperson for the Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group said the group had recently started to identify alternate technologies and ideas to help recycle and reuse more waste. “Whilst acknowledging landfills will continue to play a role in overall waste management as part of state policy, a major focus will be the minimisation of waste to landfills with better resource recovery being sought to enable a decrease in the need for landfill space,” they said. “Only those sites which are yet to be identified in the implementation plan and ratified by the relevant state authorities will be considered for future landfill operations. “Any application to operate a landfill in Gippsland will need to comply with the outcomes of the yet to be completed Gippsland implementation plan.”
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By Tayla Kershaw INVERLOCH residents claim having chicanes along their popular coastal road will not help slow down traffic.
Residents along Surf Parade had hoped the chicanes would be removed before summer hits. Bass Coast Shire Council has voted to keep the chicanes and speed humps, but a few adjustments will be made, as advised by an independent road safety auditor. Works include completing the unfinished road surface painting, widening and asphalting the area behind all one way slow points and relocating guideposts in the vicinity of the one way slow points to allow pedestrians and cyclists to navigate through the chicanes. Extra hazard marker signs will be added. “This has become a controversial topic and it’s certainly something that has to be done,” Cr Clare Le Serve said. “This is what the road engineers have recommended and they know their stuff. My only criticism is initially the study was taken in September, which is not a busy time of year.
“It would’ve been better if it had happened over the peak period but I know monitoring will continue and I hope tweaking will happen automatically. We want everyone to enjoy the area and stay safe on the road.” But the community is unhappy. “It’s disappointing the community hasn’t been listened to,” Big 4 Inverloch Holiday Park owner Kate Edwards said. “The chicanes have proven to be ineffective in Melbourne, in other communities and in other coastal towns. It hasn’t helped slow the traffic. People speed up as they approach the slow points and it’s not even the peak time yet. The results could be disastrous.” Ms Edwards said the lack of signs near the chicanes could cause problems. “There’s no basic instruction as to who goes first. If there was time for an audit, there’s time to put up a sign,” she said. “We don’t want to prevent our tourists from coming here. We don’t know how this will affect the tourism season, but there’s a good reason why no one uses chicanes.” The chicanes and speed humps were constructed a few months ago using national black spot safety
improvement program funds due to the crash history recorded along Surf Parade, Inverloch. This was to slow traffic to improve safety. “We were happy with the speed humps but the chicanes don’t work. Plenty of drivers still speed up, and it’s still the quiet season,” Ms Edwards said. The ancillary works are planned to start today (November 24) and are expected to take two to three days. The road surface painting works are planned to start on December 7 and expected to take three to four days to complete, weather permitting.
There may be disruptions to residents and road users during these works. Council will try to minimise the inconvenience. Deputy mayor Cr Bradley Drew believed the changes would help protect the community. “This area has been highlighted as black spot due to the number of accidents that have happened on the road. Luckily there have been no fatalities,” Cr Drew said. “We have to be proactive and prevent any more accidents, rather than be reactive when they happen. This outcome is important and will protect the community.”
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THE Foster RSL hosted an enjoyable dinner at the Foster Football Netball Clubrooms on Saturday night. Guests gathered for the social occasion and to hear Victorian RSL treasurer John Cullen talk about VC recipient Albert Jacka. The South Gippsland Shire Brass Band performed throughout the evening, playing a selection of war themed favourites, plus traditional and upbeat numbers that encouraged guests on to the dance floor.
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WONTHAGGI Primary School’s last fundraiser for 2015 is the Christmas raffle. If anyone would like to help donate prize/s towards the Christmas raffle, please leave your donations at the office. Together, the parents and friends and the major events committees have nearly reached the school’s fundraising goal of $9600 to pay for solar panels to be installed. Funds raised from this year’s Christmas raffle will also be going towards the panels, so if there is anyone wanting to donate prizes, it would be greatly appreciated. Raffle tickets will be issued soon. CRAZY socks were a hit at St Joseph’s Primary School, Wonthaggi, on November 13. Students were encouraged to wear their most colourful and daring socks and donate a gold coin. Some $300 was raised for the Catholic Missions. The school thanked families who supported the charity. JACOB Kulbe and Nicole Slade are Wonthaggi North Primary School’s Scrabble champions. The tournament was held on November 17, and was a huge success with many students from local schools participating. Jacob came first in the plate section and Nicole won the highest scoring game. The school thanked Trac-
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Email: col7@thestar.com.au Post: PO Box 84 Leongatha 3953 Fax: 03 5662 4350 in Melbourne, this Friday, November 27 from 5.30pm at the State Library. Another march will be held at Newhaven, Phillip Island, on Sunday, November 29 at 3pm at the Newhaven playground. Marchers will call for an
end to mining of fossil fuels and the financing of a transition to 100 per cent renewable energy by 2050. The events coincide with the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris, France from November 30 to December 11.
SES heroes party THE Leongatha unit of Victorian State Emergency Services celebrated a milestone last week as the organisation turned 40. Unit manager Tony Lindhard said the team enjoyed spending time recognising its achievements. “It has been a good opportunity for us to put up our flag and hopefully recruit some new members,” he said. Mr Lindhard has been with the Leongatha unit since its inception 38 years ago. “A lot has changed since then. We now work alongside other emergency services and help in a number of different areas including flood and storm damage, fires, tsunami and earthquakes, and search and rescue,” he said. The team behind rescue operations cooked a free sausage sizzle on McCartin Street last Wednesday.
Festive time: Stringz Costero will perform at the next Ecumenical Sunday Afternoon at Scots Pioneer Church at Mardan South. The community music group will play at the event this Sunday, November 29 at 2pm, with a Christmas themed concert. The church is at 1230 Mardan-Leongatha Road at Mardan South. This will be the last service for the year, with services to resume in March 2016. At the October service were, from left, speaker Don Patterson, Hazel Capewell and flautist Christine Ross.
Orange pride: from left, Lance Waller, Leongatha unit control manager Tony Lindhard and Val Bremner celebrating 40 years of Victorian SES on McCartin Street last Wednesday. That evening, the unit a birthday cake. It was a also screened 40 Years wonderful celebration,” Mr Young, a documentary il- Lindhard said. lustrating Victorian SES’s “All of our training 40 year history and its tran- teaches us to work with sition from a civil defence team spirit. We are taught organisation to the versatile a champion team is better group it is today. than a team of champions. “The screening went The future is bright for very well and we had about our unit here. We are going 80 people in attendance. to continue to work around Afterwards we sang Happy the clock to keep the comBirthday and Thornton’s munity safe.” Bakery supplied us with
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MARRIOTTS Motorcycles and Power Equipment is having a three day super sale this Thursday, Friday and Saturday November 26, 27 and 28.
The event will also coincide with the yearly Stihl three day sale where customers can expect substantial savings on the enormous range of Stihl products; including the range of Stihl cordless garden care equipment, at the Leongatha store. Power equipment sales manager Jim Welsh said Stihl’s range of small chainsaws came with $100 worth of added value. “The MS170, MS171, MS180, MS181 and MS181C chainsaws will all come with $100 added Stihl value, as will the BG56 blower,” he said. “All other Stihl home owner products will come with $25 added value, and land owner products will come with $50 added value.” The extra value can consist of bars and chains, fuel and oil, sharpening accessories, chainsaw cases or safety apparel. The sale will also include specials on Marriotts’ entire range of motorbikes, jet skis, four
wheelers, lawnmowers, brush cutters, shredders, blowers and hedge trimmers. Manager Tim Marriott said the sale will provide customers with a great opportunity to save on everything in the store
before price rises hit in December and January. “It will be a great opportunity to save before Christmas as well,” he said. Marriotts also has a great range of children’s toys in-store to fill up
their stockings: battery operated chainsaws, brush cutters and balance bikes for the littlies or even Go Pro cameras and accessories for older children. Make sure you don’t miss this great sale.
On sale: Marriotts MPE power equipment sales manager Jim Welsh with one of the Stihl chainsaws that will come with $100 added value during the three day sale this Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
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AS one of the organisers of the 44th Leongatha Rose Spectacular, and on behalf of our small committee, I again take this opportunity to thank our great local papers for your wonderful and extensive coverage of the rose show, and also the Daffodil Festival and other horticultural events. Over recent years, South Gippsland Shire Council, too, has been very supportive of community efforts to highlight this small, but potentially significant sector. Shows and garden events bring visitors to the region, and our garden clubs encourage knowledge and healthy activity. Our clubs, like almost all community groups, depend on a lot of other people who sort of materialise to spend many hours setting up and working on events like the Rose Show. We are grateful to local garden clubs, Leongatha Lions and Red Cross, and all the individuals who put together the beautiful exhibits that make this show so outstanding. As always, all proceeds will go to Vision Australia. Lillian Brittain, for Rose Show Committee.
Planning hiccups I AGEE greater involvement in planning applications by Bass Coast councillors would help to get more applications through the turgid and frustrating process of town planning but would it be enough? The lack of clarity in the current process makes it difficult for
developers to commit to projects in this shire. In fact, as a property investor and small time developer myself, I have been racking my brains as to how to optimise the development of a block I own in Grantville, without having to go via town planning. Currently the only other way I can be assured of a faster outcome is to go via town planning with the backup option of a challenge in VCAT. The problem is not exclusively with the planners themselves but with the interpretation of the town planning scheme. If you ask five different planners the same planning question, you will more than likely get five different answers. Some planners are more flexible than others, but some are so officious and ploddingly pedantic it makes you wonder if they are sadistically inclined and intentionally make the lives of developers miserable just because they can. Whatever the reason, I know from talking with local real estate agents that too many developers throw their arms up in the air and move away from developments in this shire. This poses a serious problem for townships such as Grantville which is the central business district of the waterline and hinterland communities that surround it. The most misused and miss applied section of the planning scheme is the Neighborhood Character Overlay. When planners delay a development because it does not fit
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into the Neighborhood Character Overly in townships such as Grantville for example, one can only scratch ones head and ask what neighborhood character they could possibly be referring to? They have either never noticed the distinct lack of character in the Grantville architectural landscape or they are permanently rooted in la la land. Though I support the move to have more planning applications approved by our councillors, I would be more inclined to suggest it would be much more efficient to get rid of the planning department altogether and outsource the work to private planners. Only then would we be able to get rid of the backlog of planning applications and get township developments moving at a faster pace. Helen Zervopoulos, Grantville.
Praise for Cr Fawcett THANK you Councillor Jim Fawcett for opposing promoting the Peoples Climate Change March in Melbourne. Our local government (and our funds) should concentrate on local issues. Steve Finlay, Leongatha.
Thanks for toilets cash NOVEMBER 19 was United Nations World Toilet Day. A day about toilets does sound funny, but for many millions of people around the world, toilets (or the lack thereof) are no laughing matter. To see a toilet bowl at the entrance of a supermarket in Leongatha brought a smile to people’s faces. Many heeded the call to “throw some money in the dunny” so that $925 was raised for the work of WaterAid.
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For every $25 raised, WaterAid gives children safe toilets at school. In fact, $925 equals 37 safe toilets which equals increased life expectancy, increased quality of life and increased opportunities for a better future for hundreds of children. Thank you. Your generosity will literally save many lives. Johanna Haasjes, Leongatha.
Council insight THE Reengineering Local Government Seminar held at the Mulgrave Country Club on November 14 was held by Ratepayers Victoria. The Minister for Local Government Natalie Hutchins MP spoke at the function on rate capping, the necessary amendments to the whole review of The Local Government Act 1989, reappointment of CEOs, councillors code of conduct and conflict of interest provisions, including
the legality of local government under The Commonwealth Constitution. This seminar addressed the community expectations of councils, the essential council functions set out in the Local Government Act 1989, the powers councils need to undertake this role and perform the functions, the extent to which councils are required to consult with the community and the performances of councils. It is the intention of Ratepayers Victoria to hold further seminars across Victoria. The Local Government Act 1989 review is overdue and requires an immediate overhaul. Let us weed the garden and clean up the dilapidated local government or remove it entirely as the third tier of government. Paul Richardson, South Gippsland Community Watchdog, Korumburra.
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“The way the shops windows are displayed and the variety of stock on offer.” June Wilson, Leongatha.
“I hate shopping, it is so stressful. But shopping in Leongatha is great because everybody is so friendly.” Rui Santos, Leongatha.
“Just having the opportunity to shop locally is great. We have to support our local businesses.” Karen Daley, Nerrena.
“It is readily available, you know the staff and they are really helpful. You always get good service.” John McKeown, Leongatha.
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THE prospect of the controversial landfill proposed for Leongatha South being constructed took a blow last week, when the project was not listed in a plan outlining the future management of Melbourne’s waste.
While that was heartening for South Gippsland, it does mean the project has been tossed in the bin. The company behind the project, French based Veolia, has invested significantly in the project so far and has stated it did not expect the proposal to be listed in the Metropolitan Waste and Resource Recovery Group draft plan released last week. Now the company will work with the Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group and State Government to have the Leongatha South proposal listed in a waste plan of some sort. While all of this may be part of the bureaucracy surrounding the development of future landfills, it does seem an ineffective way of doing things that is causing the community significant stress when the project may not even eventuate. At the same time, the process seems to require companies to invest substantial money and time into preparing an application that, now at least, seems to have a much lesser chance of actually occurring. When this project was first announced, the prospect of a planning permit application being lodged with South Gippsland Shire Council within months seemed likely but that could now be six months or more away, depending upon what the Gippsland group now does. That group is now looking at alternative technologies for dealing with waste, and focusing on reusing waste and recycling. The group’s spokesperson stopped short of throwing support behind the Leongatha South landfill, so one does wonder just how much support among authorities Veolia has for the proposal. In the meantime, the community will continue to collect signatures on petitions and garner what information it can, but why should volunteers have to do this when there is so much uncertainty?
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appointed for the next 12 months at the Leongatha Lyric Theatre annual general meeting on Sunday. Glenda Smith stood down after leading the local theatre group for the past three years, delivering an extremely busy program for 2015, to celebrate the theatre group’s 50th anniversary. Highlights for the year included presenting the musical Gypsy, which has been nominated for local and statewide awards, and presenting the display of past costumes and the one act plays festival. A book was launched during
the year, outlining the history of the theatre group in the past 50 years. The new committee will be led by president Peter Western and will be in for another busy year, presenting Mary Poppins as the major musical in July and a Shakespeare play, Mid Summer Night’s Dream. Mr Western’s first official duty was to present Janie Gordon with the theatre group’s major award, the Geoff Perrett Rising Star Award, for her outstanding performance as Dainty June in Gypsy. This year is the 20th year the award has been presented to a young performer in Lyric Theatre.
Recognising talent: new Leongatha Lyric Theatre president Peter Western (second from right) and outgoing president Glenda Smith (left) presented the Geoff Perrett Rising Star award to Janie Gordon (centre). They are with Janie’s proud parents Mark and Tracy. Left, Leading way: the new committee of Leongatha Lyric Theatre, from left, Mike Street, Sandy Rippingale, Yasmine Watsford, Peter McAlpine, Amy Smith, Marg Tattersall, Heather Drury, Jo Howell, Vicky Bristow, Peter Western, Bernadette Grainger and Kerrie Giles.
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Deck the tables: Central Cafe Leongatha owner Veronica Eastwood stands by her festive window as the business prepares for a busy holiday season of catering.
Central's sensational catering United we stand: from left, vice president of the South Gippsland ALP branch Ben Corcoran, Eastern Victoria Region MLC Daniel Mulino, the ALP candidate for the federal seat of McMillan Chris Buckingham, and branch members Liz Buckingham and Linda Davis gather at the Leongatha Community House following the meeting at which Mr Mulino was the guest speaker, last Thursday.
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Formed mid year and with around 20 members, many of whom were in attendance, the primary purpose of the branch is to spread the policy word of the State Government and support candidates at election time. A Yale educated economist, Mr Mulino began with a reflection on the first 12 months of the Daniel Andrews’ government. Mr Mulino noted while regional employment figures that came out earlier in the day were not as hoped, the state overall saw a 0.7 per cent dip in unemployment and since the government took office, unemployment had fallen from seven percent to 5.6 percent. The government’s regional growth plans divide the state into nine regions, one of which is Gippsland. The State Government has identified six priority sectors that have potential for extraordinary economic growth and the capacity to create high-skill, high wage jobs. These include medical technologies and pharmaceuticals, new energy technologies, food and fibre, transport, defence and construction technologies, international education and professional services. Mr Mulino painted a positive picture for the future of the TAFE sector, which he sees as playing a critical role in creating opportunities through training for jobs. The strategy to tackle unemployment in the region is through training to provide pathways through
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many areas, including agriculture. “Direct creation of jobs will also flow from increased spending on education and medicine,” Mr Mulino said. The government has committed to the Gonsky report which focuses on addressing those most disadvantaged by the education system. Mr Mulino welcomed the prospect of more federal support for public transport and said the government wants both public transport and roads to rise in quality. “Roads are critical to freight,” he said.
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Park of pride By Sarah Vella
THE Wallace Avenue Community Park in Inverloch was officially opened last Thursday, in front of a park full of people.
Hard working: the Wallace Avenue Community Park was brought to life with the help of many dedicated people, including from left, Judy Vradenburg with Tayla Wyhoon, Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale, Regional Development Victoria’s Laurie Paton and Bass Coast Shire Council recreation and open space planner Howard Scott.
The park was one of several set aside as public open space to offset the loss of Apex Park for the location of the elderly units and community centre that exist there today. The Wallace Avenue Community Park Group was formed to put forward a vigorous campaign firstly to save and then to develop the park to ensure its retention. The members of the committee included Judy
Respect will beat domestic violence AUSTRALIAN of the Year and family violence campaigner Rosie Batty was in Inverloch last Thursday to speak about addressing violence
against women.
The event, organised by the Bass Coast South Gippsland Business Alliance, attracted more than 100 people. Ms Batty said domestic violence was often kept behind closed doors.
Well spoken: Gippsland Women’s Health regional prevention coordinator Sarah Corbell, left, and family violence campaigner Rosie Batty spoke at Inverloch last Thursday about addressing violence against women.
“We are turning a corner and starting some forward movement. We are starting to discuss family violence more openly,” she said. “While the statistics are irrefutable, I will call it a gendered issue. We will never fundamentally understand the root cause of the problem if we don’t call it a gendered issue.” Ms Batty spoke candidly about the events leading up to her son Luke’s death at the hands of his father 18 months ago. She said her effort to lead the fight against domestic violence is what gave her purpose to know “Luke didn’t die in vain”. Gippsland Women’s Health regional prevention coordinator Sarah Corbell said the regional prevention strategy was focused
on addressing gender inequality. “Acceptance of violence because we victim blame, minimise it or excuse it are the things we need to question as a community,” she said. “We’re trying to get people to understand there is a clear link between the imbalance of power between men and women at a society and community level that plays out in a personal relationship.” Ms Batty said violence always began with disrespect. “Gender equality is an essential part of our society. We could gain so much respect if we saw each other as equals,” she said. “We do have a long way to go to stop perpetrator violence.”
Vradenburg, Norman Vradenburg, Gerry Lonergan, Barb Langston and Carli Johnstone. Mrs Vradenburg said over the years, the park was left in a state of neglect and in February 2010, Bass Coast Shire Council proposed to rezone and sell the land for residential development. “The park is now developed, boasting an eight metre long sculpture/seat depicting Koolusuchus cleelandi, a prehistoric amphibian discovered off Inverloch and San Remo,” she said. The unique sculpture, the eggs and the mud rock surrounds, were constructed by Phil Stray and the team from Crafted Landscapes, with the help of dinosaur expert Lesley Kool.
Fellow F ll expertt Mike ll Mik CleeCl land provided the template for the footprints in the path. “This park has brought the community together. The sound of laughter is regularly heard here and the hoots of men playing Koob,” Ms Vradenburg said. “Families picnic and pose for photos on the sculpture. Adults walk dogs, or run the rocks for exercise, or come here for a bit of solitude and we hear of children going home to research prehistoric marine creatures. “It is a place the locals can call their own without being overrun by tourists. Little children pick grass and flowers and feed them to Koolasuchus cleelandi.” Ms Vradenburg said the
committee would like to thank everyone who helped towards the fundraising effort, even those who bought a sausage or put some coins in a tin. “This park would not exist without the hard work of volunteers, and it now stands in honour of volunteers everywhere,” she said. “Inverloch Rotary is to be congratulated for their involvement, donations and support for the project. “Other donations were received from RACV Inverloch Resort, Inverloch Lions Club, Bass Coast Shire Council, Bendigo Bank, Mitre 10 and Clay Wyhoon.” The group also received a grant from Regional Development Victoria Putting Locals First program for $35,540.
New look for beach icon INVERLOCH’S Beach Hut Cafe is set to be revamped. Bass Coast Shire Council approved a planning permit to develop the Cuttriss Street kiosk into a multi storey tourist hub. The current kiosk is no longer operating, and the new design will include a redeveloped restaurant as well as four living areas. The contemporary design includes a white rendered facade and grey features. Landscaping will include indigenous vegetation. Internally, there will be adequate space for a cafe and four multi storey
residential units will also be built. The site has a seven metre setback from the neighbouring caravan park, which will be landscaped and will include a turf area and pathway to a rear shared driveway. Though mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale asked her councillors to defer the decision until December to allow for further investigation, her fellow councillors voted to approve the development plan. “What can we achieve in three weeks? Tourists go down to Inverloch and see this totally unused building so close to the
coast, which isn’t a good look. This development is the future,” Cr Phil Wright said. Councillors described the proposal as a top end medium density development and although the area is sensitive, it would be a welcome change. The proposal has been advertised for the past 18 months, and councillors agreed this was enough time to notify the community. “This is an excellent outcome for building that’s sat idle for so long,” deputy mayor Cr Bradley Drew said.
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That was the message heard at the Agricultural Climate Resilience Project’s biosecurity information session at Inverloch last Thursday. Participants heard from Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources biosecurity officer Craig Swain who outlined the services the department offers farmers. Mr Swain said the biggest biosecurity threat to Australian farmers was foot and mouth disease. If foot and mouth disease was detected once it has spread to many properties, the price of cattle would fall 80 per cent and would only recover to a fall of 20 per cent after 10 years. If the outbreak is confined to less than 10 properties, there would only be a 10 per cent loss.
The department has a help line farmers can call if they are at all concerned about unusual animal health issues, which is 1800 675 888. Dr Pat Kluver from the Livestock Biosecurity Network spoke about the practical steps farmers can take to safeguard their herds from introduced pests and diseases. Dr Kluver outlined hot wet summers, which are part of a climate change scenario, were most likely to bring disease south. Bluetongue, which is carried by a sandfly like midge, can be blown south by a strong cyclone, the intensity of which will increase due to a changing climate, as can mosquitoes which carry other diseases. Liver fluke was also spreading south due to warm wet summers and can be found in southern Gippsland. Other threats included drench resistant worms, footrot, lice, Ovine Johne’s Disease and brucellosis in sheep herds and Bovine Johne’s Disease, pestivirus, nematodes and theileria in cattle herds.
Before: the Beach Hut Cafe on the corner of Inverloch’s Cuttriss Street and the Esplanade is worn out and has not been operational for some time.
After: the proposed design for the remodelled Beach Hut Cafe in Cuttriss Street, Inverloch.
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Art blossoms
By Lucy Johnson
FOR Koonwarra artist Meg Viney, the proof was in the pudding last
week when her series of workshops culminated in a display at Leongatha Hospital.
The accomplished fibre artist took a number of classes
teaching environmental art, from basket weaving to plant felting, throughout spring. The work made over the duration of the workshops is on display Leongatha Hospital reception until Thursday.
Local talent: from left, fibre artist Meg Viney and South Gippsland Shire Council director of community services Jan Martin at the Environmental Art exhibition at Leongatha Hospital on Thursday evening.
“The work on display is of an incredible standard. People have gone home and worked so hard. The skills shown here far surpass the 16 hours of class time,” Ms Viney said. Jan Martin, South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of community services, launched the exhibition on Thursday evening. “This project started at the Leongatha Community Garden with Gippsland Southern Health Service to promote community health,” she said. “It is great to see the garden and these partnerships providing a number of great opportunities and projects in the community.” Following successful feedback from her first series of workshops, Ms Viney hopes to continue classes in 2016. “I have been doing fibre art since 1974. I had moved to San Francisco with my husband and found that relationships there were tuppence
and nobody stopped to make friends,” she said. “I found that making things was a really gentle way of managing and healing my life.” Ms Viney followed her passion and went on to complete a Bachelor of Fine Arts. “The combination of working as a fibre artist and teaching is fantastic. It is wonderful to watch people realise they are capable of doing artistic things,” she said. The workshops attracted a group of 14 locals of all ages. “We had a lovely mix of adults and children come along and it was absolutely wonderful. At first people sat isolated from one another but as the weeks progressed and they became more confident at the art, they started to socialise,” Ms Viney said. “It is a wonderful group of people and they are genuinely interested in each other’s work.”
Foster chases stadium overhaul THE Foster community wants to bring the town’s sports stadium into the twenty-first century and South Gippsland Shire Council has promised to help. Foster Showgrounds secretary Deb Eales and president Deb Allott informed council of the committee’s plans for works totalling several hundred thousand
dollars at last Wednesday’s council public presentation session. “It’s not a pretty building. It looks like it’s history,” Ms Eales said of the 45 year old building. “On most days of the week, it’s used for one thing or another.” The renovations proposed include a baby change facility, upgraded men’s toilet and disabled toilet, new entry foyer, new waiting room and new weather shel-
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ter, safe money counting area and a dedicated space for the University of the Third Age to meet. Extra storage is required and carparking needs to be formalised. The stadium is popular, used for basketball matches, gym training, the University of the Third Age, Foster Football Netball Club, Foster Badminton Club, schools groups and others. Council will help the committee seek funding.
Here’s hoping: from left, Foster Showgrounds president Deb Allott and secretary Deb Eales are planning for a major renovation of the Foster stadium.
Drug hospital ignites anxiety By Brad Lester THE Loch community has expressed concerns about the proposal to build a private hospital to treat patients for alcohol or drug addiction in town. South Gippsland Shire Council will decide whether to approve the hospital at tomorrow’s (Wednesday) council meeting. The recommendation before council is to approve the 20 bed development. Graham Noble lives in Clarence Street, the same street the hospital is proposed, on the site of the former Greenhills Hostel for the Aged. He said there are four
families within 100m of the centre and was concerned ice users would be treated at the hospital. He was concerned staffing levels would be too low. “I just find it extremely hard to understand why you would want to have this sort of place here,” Mr Noble said. Council’s director of development services Bryan Sword said the application was “challenging”. “It is endemic of society that drug and alcohol are issues, and there is demand for these facilities to cater for what is a social issue,” he said. Cr Lorraine Brunt said she had received a phone call from a mother concerned about the hospital proposal. “It’s a process we have to work through. I understand people’s angst,” she said.
Councillor throws precinct curveball ADVANCEMENTS in computers will require South Gippsland Shire Council to have less need for office space and a centralised office in the future, according to Cr Andrew McEwen.
He has prepared a new proposal urging council to consider the impact of digital developments and the need for the decentralisation of offices.
He said his plan could reduce future office based council staff from 158 to 40 in the year 2050. His proposal comes on the eve of council voting on the next step in considering a new municipal precinct at tomorrow’s (Wednesday) council meeting. That precinct will include council offices. Council will consider a final consultant’s report that recommends the best site for a new precinct is at council’s existing offices in Smith Street.
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Teens write from heart MARY MacKillop Catholic Regional College students put their prose to the test last Wednesday at the annual poetry slam competition.
The slam at the Leongatha school showcased 12 original pieces of work written by students during the Readers and Writers Festival. Students workshopped and explored different forms of poetry on Monday and Tuesday with poet in residence Lia
Hills. The competition saw a wide range of both subject matter and performance style, with entrants judged on both their poem and their ability to perform the piece to an audience. Jennifer Bals took first prize for a third consecutive year with her piece A Pandora’s Box. Laura Brennan and Jack Wilson tied for second, while Ruby Reid, Mikayla Hallam and Bridget Akers shared third place.
Hair off for health By Stuart Biggins THROUGH public awareness campaigns the statistics have become starkly clear: 48 per cent of men will suffer some form of mental illness in their life.
If you are one of those men, you are not alone. One in three insurance benefits claims is for income protection for mental health issues. Jim Pickersgill and Ross Harrison from Fawcett and Pickersgill Accountants in Leongatha know only too well about the havoc that is wreaked by mental ill health; they have personal experience. Mr Pickersgill has suffered from anxiety for 30 years and said, “I’m happy to share my illness if it helps someone else.” When his illness was in its infancy, there was no help. Mr Harrison said, “It is nothing to be ashamed of. It is okay to talk about mental health. The best way to get through it is to
share the load, pick someone up when they are struggling and they will do the same for you.” It took very little for the two men to decide to shave their facial hair to become a part of Movember, the annual campaign held for the duration of November to raise funds for education programs for men’s health. Mr Pickersgill said, “We want to make a difference. My sister Kate, who is 58, had an aggressive form of breast cancer several years ago and rather than sit around and be miserable and crying, the family got proactive and raised $43,000 over four years. “The charitable foundation of the dealer group that Fawcett and Pickersgill belongs to contributed $15,000.” If Messrs Pickersgill and Harrison raise the most money of those in their organisation, the charitable foundation will contribute $10,000. They are running second at the moment, out-paced by a Sydney rival which has raised $1980. Otherwise, with their target $3000 by November 12, the two men had already raised $12,000.
The big picture: from left, Jim Pickersgill and Ross Harrison aren’t content to sit around doing nothing when it comes to men’s health issues. They have shaved off their facial hair and so far have raised $1200 as participants in Movember.
Mayor’s message Cr Bob Newton LAST Wednesday I had my first official duty welcoming five new Australia citizens into the South Gippsland community. Citizenship ceremonies are festive occasions and I was honoured to be a part of the proceedings to see how proud and happy each person was after taking their pledge to become an Australian citizen. Celebrations were also held at the Koringal Women’s Service Club last week as it proudly celebrated its 40th anniversary. I was unfortunately unable to attend but Cr Jeanette Harding kindly accepted on my behalf. She joined McMillan MP Russell Broadbent in thanking the group for its years of dedication to the local community. The Koringal Women’s Service Club is a not for profit club that raises funds through catering and other activities, which are then directed back into the community. It is a great group of volunteers making a difference in South Gippsland. In an eventful week, I was also pleased to be able to attend the official sod turning for the Karmai Community Children’s Centre. Witnessing this project come into fruition has been particularly rewarding for
council. The project shows what can be achieved when local communities have a great idea and a strong commitment, and when they receive support from all levels of government. The project is a credit to the community and will be an asset that many generations of children will enjoy. I also had an opportunity to visit another great community asset when I attended the official Nyora Hall upgrade opening. This improvement project is yet another example of our local communities kicking goals and working with council to improve regional facilities. The State Government contributed $255,000 to improvement works at the hall which included the repair/replacement of roofing and guttering, drainage upgrades and other internal upgrades. Finally, I was pleased to hear the news that Meeniyan has at last achieved a new dump station after nearly six years of negotiations and hard work. Congratulations to the Meeniyan Progress Association - another great team of volunteers. Looking at the list of projects above, it’s impossible to ignore the important role volunteers play in our community.We would be lost without them.
Performing poets: Mary MacKillop College students, back, from left, Jennifer Bals and Ruby Reid, and front, from left, Jack Wilson, Bridget Akers and Mikayla Hallam were all winners at the annual poetry slam competition.
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Dances inspire boy band doco A FORMER Leongatha Secondary College student is the producer of a ground breaking new documentary that investigates what a boy band does to the adolescent brain.
Youth appeal: former Leongatha Secondary College student, producer Rita Walsh (left) and director Jessica Leski are the leaders behind the boy band documentary I Used to be Normal.
Rita Walsh said the film was in part inspired by her school dance classes at performance in Leongatha’s Mesley Hall. The documentary I Used to be Normal looks at boy band fan girls across generations. The production looks at the passionate, creative and sometimes hysterical relationships teenagers through the ages have with the boy bands they love from The Beatles and The Backstreet Boys, to One Direction. Interviewing more than 90 people in the USA and Australia in the past three years, including fans aged between 13 and 65 years, the film seeks to give a voice to female fans. Experts in adolescent neurology, psychology, sexology, marketing, technology and education also feature,
uncovering some surprising stories and fascinating links between music, boy bands and the teenage brain. “Boy band fans routinely get dismissed as stupid, hysterical or hormonal. But I knew there was something much more interesting going on here,” Ms Walsh said. “We have met amazing, intelligent, passionate and creative fans. I remember how much dancing to the Backstreet Boys with my friends at high school assembly meant to me. It’s still something I remember very fondly. We worked so hard in rehearsals.” Abigail Baird, associate professor of Psychology at Vassar College in New York, was interviewed for the documentary. “The brain undergoes massive changes during adolescence. The circuitry responsible for feeling intense emotions gets a big overhaul. Things become more intense, emotionally the stakes are higher, so when a teenage girl sees Harry Styles her reward centre can go into overdrive,” she said. Now at a make or break point in the production process, the filmmakers
have launched a Kickstarter campaign with the aim of raising funds to put together a rough cut of the film from hundreds of hours of footage. The filmmakers say the $50,000 raised through Kickstarter will enable them to take the film to the next stage. The documentary is slated for a 2017 release. For more information on the film visit boybandfangirl.com to support the Kickstarter campaign visit https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ boybandfangirl/i-used-to-be-normal-aboyband-fangirl-story Ms Walsh has worked across film, TV, theatre and digital media for more than 10 years. Her short films have won awards at the Berlin Film Festival and screened at festivals around the world. She was also co-producer on this year’s ABC television adaptation of Lally Katz’s stage show Stories I Want To Tell You In Person and has production credits on Australian productions that include Bright Star, Snowtown, and Kath and Kim. Ms Walsh’s parents Kate and Peter Walsh live in Koonwarra.
Phillip Island wins tourism honour PHILLIP Island Nature Parks has won the silver award for the prestigious major tourism attraction category of the Victorian Tourism Awards held in Melbourne. The highly competitive award recognises natural or built tourist attractions that attract amongst the highest visitor numbers during the qualifying period for Victoria. The silver winner is awarded to the second highest scoring entrant above 75 per cent. “We are delighted to achieve this award that publicly demonstrates Phillip Island Nature Park’ major contribution to Victorian tourism,” Phillip Island Nature Parks CEO Matthew Jackson said of the win.
“We are focused on tourism excellence and our award winning tourism and environmental programs underwrite the quality visitor experience we deliver. “We were proud to showcase our eligibility for this award with our record visitor numbers achieved in 2014-15, our reputation within and contribution to the tourism industry, our focus on tourism excellence and our quality team. “We would also like to congratulate three other Phillip Island organisations for their achievements at the awards, with the Phillip Island and Bass Coast Visitor Information Centre winning the gold in the visitor information services category, Wildlife Coast Cruises winning the silver in the tour and transport services category and Exceptional Phillip Island
Tours nominated as a finalist in the new tourism business category.” Phillip Island Nature Parks is Victoria’s most visited regional attraction with 1,257,999 visitors in 2014-15. The Penguin Parade also recorded the highest number (145,000) of Chinese visitors compared with any other Victorian tourism attraction. The Nature Parks employs 227 people and contributes more than $402.5 million to the Victorian economy per annum.
Jubilant duo: Phillip Island Nature Parks CEO Matthew Jackson celebrates at the Victorian Tourism Awards with Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale.
Dumbalk to beat bog THE Dumbalk Recreation Reserve will be renovated to improve drainage and allow greater use of the social hub throughout the year. Reserve secretary/treasurer Nicholas Hill told South Gippsland Shire Council of the community’s vision for the reserve, at council’s public
Aiming high: from left, Dumbalk Recreation Reserve secretary/ treasurer Nicholas Hill discusses the drainage proposal for the reserve with South Gippsland Shire Council recreation officer Ian Murphy.
Help redesign Bair Street SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will host a street stall to gain community ideas about the project to revitalise Leongatha’s Bair Street.
The stall will provide the community with the opportunity to share its ideas for improvements to Bair Street as part of the Leongatha Streetscape Master Plan. The location of the street stall on Lyon Street will enable a small glimpse into what may be possible in Bair Street and Gollers Lane. The project has already received a positive response from the community, according to council’s planning manager Paul Stampton. “Bair Street is at the heart of Leongatha
and this project is a once in generational opportunity to improve the retail core of the town thanks to VicRoads’ construction of the Leongatha heavy vehicle alternate route due in 2016 that will return Bair Street to council and the community,” he said. “It is important the community takes this opportunity to express their ideas.” The street stall will be held on Lyon Street, just off Bair Street, between Otago Hotel and Forage and Grind on: Friday, November 27 from noon to 3pm, and Saturday, November 28 from 9am to noon. People are encouraged to drop-in any time to provide feedback on the ideas so far and to contribute some of their own.
presentation session last Wednesday. The goals were outlined in the reserve master plan, prepared with consultants Hands On Community Solutions. The reserve has a sports oval with synthetic cricket pitch now used by the Meeniyan-Dumbalk United Cricket Club, but typically only five weeks into the season, as the ground is often too wet. Mr Hill said an engineering plan has revealed a proposal to improve drainage by clearing drains, removing vegetation, lowering the main oval and piping drains near the reserve entrance. “It’s like trying to drain a bathtub out of a drinking straw,” he said of
the existing drainage. “It’s often near impossible to mow the oval except with ride-on mowers which can take several hours for people to do on a Friday evening.” The reserve is a popular campdraft venue used by the Tarwin Valley Campdraft Club and events are major fundraisers for other community groups, including the Stony Creek Football Club, Meeniyan Golf Club and Meeniyan-Dumbalk United Football Club. But some camping areas for campdrafters are saturated. Council promised to help the reserve committee apply for grants to fund drainage works.
Mayor’s message Cr Jordan Crugnale Seizing opportunities AT the Victorian Country Press Annual Conference at Silverwater Resort in San Remo recently, I took the opportunity to speak with rural newspaper delegates about the issues they see in regional areas. There were many consistent themes discussed ranging from our local economies, dealing with social issues and managing our environment. Although it may seem we come from different sides of the discussion at times, newspapers and local government both have an important role in informing and being the voice of our community, and we need to work together. As mayor, it is expected I represent council and our community to other levels of government and advocate on matters of importance. I
therefore took the opportunity at this conference to meet with Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews and Eastern Victoria MLC Daniel Mulino, who were both attending. We had a short discussion about Bass Coast and the premier was pleased to be back in this part of Victoria. I invited the premier to walk and talk the shire in the New Year for a whole day. He accepted for half a day. The opportunity to showcase the shire’s natural assets and attractions, advocate for important issues and investment needs, including key council projects and a chance to discuss social and capital investment gaps that require urgent attention from the State Government will present itself. Of particular interest is investing in local infrastructure, education,
health and youth services. From discussions with the premier to an insightful walk at Screw Creek with friends of the hooded plover. Hooded plovers are on struggle-street and fighting all sorts of challenges from Anderson Inlet to Phillip Island. Did you know that last year there were 28 pairings, 56 nests, 134 eggs, 17 hatchings and only nine successful (6.7 per cent) fledglings (independent flight). Beach goers have for the most part been really respectful of Parks Victoria and Friends of Hooded Plovers signage and roped off areas. There is federal legislation in place to protect this vulnerable species and I urge people to please contact Parks Victoria on 131 963 if you witness any disturbance of these sites as they are significant community assets.
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Christmas C hristmas in ... MIRBOO NORTH
Gifts in the nest THE Wren’s Nest is the one stop shop for creative gifts in Mirboo North.
All the trimmings: Craig Young Butchery at Mirboo North is stocking up for a scrumptious Christmas. The butchers now stocks gourmet Himalayan salt grinders and flavoured vinaigrettes to finish off the perfect Christmas roast.
Owner Frith Dennis said the shop is currently stocking up on brand new gifts for Christmas to fill everybody’s Christmas stockings. “We have a lot of Taschen art books that cannot be purchased anywhere else in South Gippsland,” Ms Dennis said. “We also stock a wide range of colouring in books for all ages.” The store’s extensive stock means gift buyers need not travel very far to find the right gift for everyone on the nice list. The children’s section of the Wren’s Nest is filled with educational toys, high quality picture books and art materials to keep the little ones happy through the festive season. The bestselling Ruby Red Shoes range has extended with plush toys and new books, perfect for children’s Christmas stockings.
Ruby Christmas: new Ruby Red Shoes stock is flying off the shelves at The Wren’s Nest in Mirboo North. Ms Dennis is celebrating her third Christmas at the Wren’s Nest and said her team is well prepared for a busy build up to Christmas. “We love Christmas time, it is great to see peo-
ple coming in and buying gifts for one another,” she said. “We stock a large range of Australian products in the store and we are trying to find some space to add more.” With a wide range of handmade printed cards, there is more than enough to send everybody some Christmas cheer without travelling too far. New printed diaries and calendars for 2016 are also sure to get family and friends organised for the new year in style.
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Christmas is coming to... Inverloch
Record set at cycle challenge
A RECORD number of cyclists competed in the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge at Inverloch on November 14.
In 2014, 500 cyclists participated in the challenge and this year’s numbers increased to 650. The day provided the cyclists with perfect weather conditions. Not only were there four fantastic cycling events available, this year’s challenge also included a BMX and skate board competition and a children’s fun ride. Children were also invited to enter a decorated bike competition, which was a huge hit. Many children spent hours deco-
rating their bikes for the day, which were judged by Bass Coast Specialist School principal Edith Gray. Ken Barns from Wheel Heat Cycles gave away a new bike to the winner. “As the event director and founder of the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge and festival, I would like to personally thank every participant for taking part in the 2015 event,” event director Gavin Slavin said. “By entering this fantastic event you provide the opportunity for our children to receive a fantastic driver education through the cycling awareness program called RYDA (Rotary Youth Driver Awareness) run by a not for profit organisation Road Safety Education Australia.”
The main street of Inverloch attracted hundreds of spectators who relaxed in local cafes and hotels while watching their partners finish the cycle challenge or fun run events. Feedback from some of the local businesses was the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge and Festival was great for all the traders, as some people were doing their Christmas shopping while their partners were riding. “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Lions Club for its support and merging its festival activities into the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge event,” Mr Slavin said. “This now enables all family members to take part in the day’s activities, and will help the event grow in the future.”
Tasty snack: from left, Devlin Rowe, Isaac Dowling, Declan Sweet, Eliza Sweet, Kira Rowe, Bec Gray, Hannah Dowling and Sarah Gent from the Wonthaggi and Inverloch scouts served up a delicious sausage sizzle for the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge.
Great display: from left, Inverloch CFA’s captain Allan Williamson, lieutenant Mick Hughes and Andrew Wilson had the fire truck out for people to see at the Inverloch family fun event and Bass Coast Cycle Challenge.
Young cyclists: from left, Tom Patterson, Jasper Kempster, Jack Patterson and Piper Kempster rode their bikes to the Inverloch family fun day and Bass Coast Cycle Challenge.
Treat yourself at Chapmans EVERYDAY dinners will taste like Christmas with meat from Chapmans Free Range Butchery at Inverloch.
The store in Bear Street offers divine free range meat and a scrumptious selection of pre-prepared cuts ready to cook to make summer dining relaxed, as it should be. Proprietor Mark Chapman has created a new look shop with new products, including herbs, spices, salts and peppers by
Gewurzhaus. “These are all milled to order so they’re super fresh and there are so many different flavours,” he said. Customers will appreciate the range of organic produce, such as vinegars, sauces, pasta sauces, oils, syrups and salts. Free range beef from Annie’s Angus at Archies Creek will please customers’ taste buds. “People will really notice the difference. There are just nice flavours and it’s putting faith in the local farmers. The local produce we have
around here is amazing,” Mr Chapman said. Barbecue packs are available for summer and Christmas gatherings, and include marinated roasts, sausages and burgers. Chapmans now supplies RACV Inverloch Resort with beef, exposing visitors to the area to the quality local meat available. The butchery is open 8am-4pm Tuesdays, 8am3pm Wednesdays, 8am6pm Thursdays and 8am3pm Saturdays. To find out more or place an order, call 5674 6818.
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The architecturally designed bluestone residence features spacious open plan living with stunning views and includes a spectacular open fire place. A practical kitchen/dining area plus three large bedrooms (master with full ensuite plus spa) and more, ensures all the comforts that are required. An additional fully self-contained single bedroom studio apartment is under the same roof line and offers accommodation for dual living (extended family), guest room or the potential as a bed and breakfast. Rockbank homestead is set in a lovely treed and landscaped garden surrounds and includes ample shedding for machinery, storage and hay. The land is undulating and at least 95 per cent tractorable. The approximate 92 acres has excellent fencing, pasture and water (three large dams and troughs) plus a reliable 40” secure rainfall. Rockbank could carry around 45 cows and calves or about 80 steers, and is ideally
situated six kilometres from Dalyston, 11 kilometres from Wonthaggi, 22 kilometres from Inverloch and is only minutes to the beaches of Kilcunda, Cape Paterson, Inverloch, San Remo and Phillip Island. Being well located in the high growth tourist region of Bass Coast and within 1.5 hours of Melbourne, Rockbank offers more than most lifestyle properties. An additional adjoining approximate 3.5 acres with a three bedroom brick veneer home can be purchased for extra accommodation, if required. Contact Elders Real Estate for more details.
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High honour: from left, Rotary Club of Leongatha president Shirley Seabrook presents the Paul Harris Fellowship to Carmel Slater, watched by Rotarian Colin McKenzie-McHarg.
Prestigious Rotary honour for musician THE Rotary Club of Leongatha has recognised the significant and long continuing contribution of Carmel Slater to the musical education of young people in South Gippsland by conferring on her a Paul Harris Fellowship, one of Rotary’s most prestigious honours.
The fellowship was established by the Rotary International in 1957 and named after Paul Harris, who founded Rotary in 1905. The fellowship is only rarely bestowed and then only to those who Rotary wishes to recognise for their outstanding contribution of service to the community. Of special significance is the fact Ms Slater is the first non-Rotarian to be awarded the fellowship by the Leongatha Rotary Club since it was chartered in 1953. Leongatha Rotary Club president Shirley Seabrook presented Ms Slater with the fellowship at a recently sold out concert given by Ms Slater and her talented students at the Celia Rosser Gallery in Fish Creek, and attended by Rotarians and other patrons. Proceeds from the concert were gener-
ously donated by Ms Slater to Rotary. Mrs Seabrook said, just as Rotary’s many educational and student exchange programs are designed to advance the cause of youth, Ms Slater has also demonstrated the same aspirations over a long period of time by nurturing and encouraging her students to follow a broad range of music related careers. Ms Slater’s own musical journey started early in her life and by the age of seven she could read music. She was always driven by the need to learn and developed an early interest in classical music, culminating in a Bachelor of Music from the Melbourne University Conservatorium. Many of Ms Slater’s students have gone on to enjoy considerable success both at home and abroad, and during their musical educational journeys have provided wonderful entertainment for the citizens of South Gippsland. Ms Slater has also made a considerable contribution to the local community, not only as a teacher but as a band member, chorister, accompanist and musical director, including being a stalwart of the local music and theatrical scene for many years.
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Trucks on show SOME of Victoria’s largest heavy vehicles will feature at a truck safety day at the Koonwarra saleyards this Friday.
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Hosted by the South Gippsland Road Safety Partnerships Group (SGRSPG), the event will feature companies that operate truck fleets in the region, putting the focus on safety systems for drivers and operators. It is also a unique opportunity for young people thinking of being part of the industry to gain a unique insight in the many and varied jobs associated with the freight industry today. Displays will include: bulk liquid transport trucks and trailers, cattle trucks and trailers, timber and gravel haulage trucks and trailer combinations, Victoria Police Heavy Vehicle Unit, VicRoads Transport Safety Services and taster training in careers
in the industry, as well as rollover presentations. Road safety/learner driver project officer John Ernst said there were many diverse professions available in the heavy vehicle industry. “People can speak to the experts in the freight industry and discuss career options,” he said. “Where else can you get a taste of the huge range of employment opportunities in one place? There will be experts available in IT, driving, maintenance, loading and logistics, to name a few. “There will also be displays by Hancock’s Victorian Plantations of its B-double log haulage trucks extending and contracting like something from a Transformers movie.” Entry is free. It will be held on Friday, November 27 from 9.30am to 3pm.
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Sounding fine: Leongatha Primary School’s concert band performed at Federation Square in Melbourne as part of the Victorian School Music Festival last Wednesday. The grades 3 and 5 students were accompanied by teachers Jessica Stein and Stephanie Mueller as they played at Deakin Edge, along with 335 school bands and orchestras, and 12,000 students. “The LPS students did a fantastic job and the whole school community is very proud of them,” Mrs Stein said.
Leongatha’s 100 year old water main to be replaced SOUTH Gippsland Water will soon start replacing about 200m of a trunk water main in Leongatha.
The main will be replaced near the intersection of Strzelecki Highway, South Gippsland Highway and Long Street. Some sections of the old cast iron water main date back to 1905, while more recent sections are still about 60 years old. The cast iron main is to be replaced with large 355mm diameter poly pipe. Construction is scheduled to start late November, with construction mainly via directional boring technique. This allows for only minimal excavation of pits for valves and individual service connections. Customers affected by any water service disruptions will be notified directly before interruptions. The water main is being replaced in advance of VicRoads’ work on the Leongatha heavy vehicle alternate route project. In recognition of the age of the water main and the fact roadways and footpaths
are being replaced, South Gippsland Water considers it prudent to replace this ageing section of water main before brand new concrete and road upgrade works are started. South Gippsland Water is aware these works may be disruptive to businesses in the immediate area and so some components of work will be undertaken at night. The new main will be laid via the use of directional boring instead of open trenching. Traffic turning left and right out of South Gippsland Highway onto Strzelecki Highway, and the slip lanes at the intersection of Strzelecki Highway and Long Streets, will be affected or blocked for short periods. During these times, traffic management will be in place. A small number of car parking bays will not be available for the duration of the works. South Gippsland Water project officers will be onsite throughout the works and should customers or the community have any questions or concerns, they can contact South Gippsland Water on 1300 851 636.
Plan ahead: burglars often make plans so homeowners need to take adequate security measures to beat them.
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Future thinking: the team behind the Energy Innovation Cooperative, front, from left, Susan Davies, Maddy Harford, John Coulter, Bruce Hydon and Moragh Mackay. Back, from left, Dave Sutton, Peter Wonfor and Peter Maclean.
volvement and encouragement as prime motivators for their choice. A lower crime rate is also associated with country living. To a degree this is correct, however the mobility of the population increases people’s risk of exposure to crime. Rural properties contain the same televisions, DVD and compact disc players that can be found in suburbia. There are many reasons why the criminal element would find a rural property a more attractive option than a town property. In saying this, there are also just as many ways we can protect our homes with a little preparation and thought.
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She spent time in England and Europe in 2008 looking at examples of cooperatives owning and running renewable energy generation. She came home and said, “we need one of those here”, before working to establish the co-op in 2009. With additional study in collaborative design of environmental systems since then, Moragh will bring invaluable new skills and insights to the co-op, ably joined by other new directors. These new directors include Cape Paterson district residents Melinda Glew and John Coulter,and Foster resident Peter Maclean, all of whom have board and/or renewable energy/ sustainability experience and interests. They join the other continuing directors including former chairs Maddy Harford and Susan Davies, plus Bruce Hydon, Dave Sutton and continuing deputy chair Peter Wonfor. “This feels like an exciting time to rejoin the board and help lead the co-op’s efforts,” Ms Mackay said
“Renewable energy is back on the agenda for the Victorian Government, and potentially for the Federal Government. This opens opportunities for the cooperative to further progress, with local support, its efforts in both community energy generation projects and battery storage options.” The meeting’s keynote topic was the hot subject of battery storage for solar PV systems. Three locally based solar PV installers made up the bulk of the panel, answering questions from an audience which continues to show a readiness to come to grips with the subject. Australians now have the dubious honour of paying just about the highest electricity charges in the world, despite sourcing most of its power still from old, high emission coal fire power stations. Many householders have sensibly responded by installing solar panels, gaining the advantage of cost effective and emissions-free electricity. By the end of 2014 there were 1.42 million households in Australia with solar panels and 15,000 businesses. The cooperative, working with other groups, is also continuing its efforts towards establishing community owned renewable energy generation, probably solar, and hopefully in more than one location in the region.
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Take a look around your home from the outside, both day and night. Look at your home as if you were a burglar and apply entry possibilities and items of interest/value as your priorities. Consider the availability of furniture or tools around the home, which could help a burglar, enter your home. What are some other storage solutions for these items, which will prevent them being used by a burglar who left his/ her toolbox at home? Are all your essential and expensive farm equipment items on display looking into a shed with its front door wide open? If you don’t need anything from the shed, why not shut the door. Better yet, lock it and keep the key nearby, but preferably not under the pot plant next to the door, the burglar would probably check that. Consider the lighting around your home, including the benefits of sensor lights. Lock doors when you leave, leave vehicles secured and be alert to anything out of the ordinary.
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Lock up and play safe Holiday-makers bring many benefits to our part of the world but with so many strangers around, the holiday season is not without its downside. We all know the saying, better to be safe than sorry. The only problem is, we don’t always back up our words with actions. When it is household security in question, action needs to be at the top of the list. As Shane Commadeur, owner and operator of Big Dog Locksmiths says, there is nothing worse than knowing a stranger, an intruder, has been in your house when you haven’t been home. “It is a serious violation, a horrible feeling,” he said. Yes, insurance will cover most of your possessions but what of those things which are irreplaceable like all of those photos on your home computer which haven’t been backed up for months? It can be devastating. There has been a spate of break-ins recently and more generally, household burglary is on the increase and to top it off, over the summer holiday season it peaks. The answer to feeling jittery about being broken into is knowing your home is securely locked. Big Dog Locksmiths provide free quotes so if
State of the art: Shane Commadeur of Big Dog Locksmiths has been a locksmith for over 20 years and is the go to man in South Gippsland for all of your locking needs. you need deadlocks on your doors or locks on your windows, then what is stopping you making the call and organising an onsite evaluation of your locking needs? Such a visit by Mr Commadeur might include an assessment of your locks if you wake to find your house full of smoke and need to escape. Perhaps your current night locking mechanism actually puts your life at risk. One of a home’s major security risks can be the
garage roller or tilt door, even those that are electrically operated. These can be easy for the housebreaker to breach and Mr Commadeur says it is surprising how many people either don’t lock the door between the garage and the house, or have an inadequate lock at that point; in some cases even a so called privacy lock of the kind often installed inside the home on bathroom and toilet doors. This can be opened simply with a coin. Mr Commadeur has
been in the locksmith business for 20 years and knows just about all there is to know about the industry. He is the locksmith for the region and while a great deal of his work
these days is courtesy of the sophisticated security systems associated with today’s motor vehicles, he is kept busy in all areas of locksmithing. Many businesses in this era of increasingly part-time employment with high staff turnovers are upgrading to restricted key systems. This is a tailor made key system with the main feature being that keys can only be reproduced by Big Dog Locksmiths with a written request by an authorised signatory. When an employee leaves the company and hands back his keys, there is comfort in knowing no other keys exist, no locks have to be changed. Peace of mind is priceless. People and their cars! We still lose our keys or go swimming with them, need spares cut and so on. Once upon a time that was quite a simple matter but it is not any more. Any car built after 1996 has a key with a chip in the head of the key which is programmed to match the computer operating the car’s systems. Big Dog Locksmiths is
the only locksmith in South Gippsland with the technology to replace lost or damaged automotive keys. Mr Commadeur is also the person the RACV and Allianz Roadside Assistance call out when people are unable to get into their cars, such a highly specialised craft gaining access to
a locked car has become. It is not the time to leave home security to chance. Take action and call Big Dog Locksmiths for a free quotation for domestic or commercial needs. You’ll be surprised at how affordable peace of mind is.
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Spectacular flowers rewarded THE 44th Annual Leongatha Rose Spectacular saw florists, gardeners and amateur green thumbs eager to get a glimpse of the brightest blooms on show.
Smelling success: Vision Australia community fundraiser John Poke, Vision Australia volunteer Wanda Egerton and Vision Australia regional manager Deb Deshayes with the best perfumed rose, awarded to Dorothy Maxwell by Ms Egerton at the Leongatha Rose Spectacular.
Boys ready for world of work By Stuart Biggins ELEVEN Korumburra Secondary College students graduated with Certificate II in Parks and Gardens at a ceremony at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum recently. College principal Abigail Graham told the audience, “The boys have proved they
can work, work as part of a team, rise to challenges and make a difference. That is what employers want to know.” The years 10, 11 and 12 students (and one from the South Gippsland Secondary College in Foster) completed their certificate working two days a week improving the grounds at Coal Creek. The certificate is a stepping stone to the graduates’ preferred career pathways.
Making a difference: from left, Korumburra Secondary College students Caleb Lawson, Shane Richards, Max Clinton (Encouragment Award), Jacob Clarke, Peter Gillin, Jack Alderson (Trainee of the Year), Zac Allman and Jake Barnes after receiving their certificates at Coal Creek. Absent: Jack Ellams, Jesse Clinton and Josh Wyhoon.
Burra Foods backs youth FIVE years ago, Burra Foods saw the need to create opportunities for young local people and at the same time help secure ongoing future skills at their Korumburra operation. Burra maintenance manager Leigh Gourley said, “At the time, lots of industries had stopped or reduced apprentice intakes and we wanted to help local young people and offer alternatives.” Now, five years on, two young men Adrian Sheerin and Jake Kilpatrick have completed their apprenticeships.
Adrian is now a fully qualified fitter and turner, and Jake, whilst completing his electrical apprenticeship this year, has taken the opportunity to further his skills by extending his study for one more year, and will be a qualified electrical instrumentation technician at the end of that time. “Both Adrian and Jake have now taken up full time roles at Burra Foods and have a great future with us,” Mr Gourley said. “Through our ongoing apprentice scheme and new recruits like Bailey Condoluci, who starts as a first year fitter and turner in January, we will continue to put skills back into our local community.”
Judges had the difficult task of choosing winners from what was an outstanding selection of blooms. For the first time, the Rose Spectacular combined with the Loch Village Garden Festival. Guests were invited to an exclusive look into some of Loch’s most exquisite gardens as well as the showcase at Memorial Hall.
Results Trophy awards
Open Section: Champion Rose, Nola Sweeney. Best Container of Roses, Rosalie Parsons. Best Container of David Austin Roses, Rodney Emmerson. Best Exhibit of Miniature Roses, Rosalie Parsons. Best Stem of David Austin Rose, Nola Sweeney. Best Container of Old Fashioned Roses - 1 variety, Rodney Emmerson. Best Exhibit of Delbard Rose / Roses, Rosalie Parsons. Best Exhibit in Cut Flowers, Sue Thompson. Special Sections: Best Perfumed Rose, Dorothy Maxwell. Most Popular Community Arrangement, Red Cross by one vote. Best Novice Rose, Hugh and Leslie Chisholm. Class A - Roses Notice Section: One rose, H. & L. Chisholm. Container of roses, H. Kruse. Best Local Rose: One rose, 1st M. Turra, 2nd L. McCartin. One light coloured rose, 1st N. Sweeney, 2nd N. Sweeney. One dark coloured rose, 1st N. Sweeney, 2nd N. Sweeney. Three roses, one variety in one container staged as a bunch, 1st J. Michael, 2nd C. O’Neill. Container of mixed roses any number of types, 1st J. Johnson, 2nd M. Hyde. Open Section: My Best Rose - any sort will do, 1st N. Sweeney, 2nd R. Parsons. One white rose, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd G. Rutherford. One red rose, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd B. Sweeney, B. Egan. One yellow rose, 1st C. Nesci, 2nd J. Michael. One lilac or mauve rose, 1st s. Lantimen, 2nd L. McCartin. One pink rose, 1st D. Maxwell, 2nd R. Parsons. One multi-coloured rose, 1st N. Sweeney, 2nd J.
Donaldson. One orange rose, 1st D. Maxwell, 2nd J. Michael. One rose in full bloom showing stamens or centre, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd S. Lantimen. One stem/ cut informal or decorative type rose, 1st H. & L. Chisholm, 2nd B. Sweeney. One stem/cut floribunda rose, 1st J. Johnson, 2nd J. Horn. Three roses (different varieties) in three separate containers, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd J. Johnson. Rose in three stages in one container - staged as bunch, 1st R. parsons, 2nd J. Horn. One stem/cut miniature rose, 1st M. Hyde, 2nd R. Parsons. Container of miniature roses - one variety, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd R. Parsons. Container of miniature roses, 1st H. Bruce, 2nd R. Parsons. One stem species or old fashioned type rose including rambler or shrub - large flowering variety other than David Austin or Alister Clark roses: One bloom only, no side buds, 1st F. Jones, 2nd J. Lester; One or more blooms, side buds allowed, 1st S. Thompson, 2nd R. Emmerson. One stem/cut species or old fashioned type rose including rambler or shrub small flowering variety other than David Austin or Alister Clark roses, 1st H. Bruce, 2nd M. Stokes. One stem/cut of David Austin Rose - must be named, 1st N. Sweeney, 2nd J. Lester. One stem/ cut of Alister Clark Rose - must be named, 1st M. Stokes, 2nd J. Horn. One stem/cut of Delbard Rose must be named, 1st J. Rutherford, 2nd N. Sullivan. One stem/cut of single rose (has a single row or five petals but may have up to three additional petals), 1st M. Hyde, 2nd J. Donaldson. One stem/cut of shrub rose raised and named since 1945, 1st R. Emmerson, 2nd R. Emmerson. One stem/cut of large flowered climber, 1st R. Mason, 2nd M. Turra. Container of roses three to six stems/cuts, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd J. Rutherford. Container of roses any number of stems/cuts, 1st C. Nesci, 2nd H. Kruse. Container of roses - one variety, 1st R. Emmerson, 2nd R. Parsons. Container of carpet or patio roses - one variety, 1st G. Witherow, 2nd H. Sullivan. Container of rosebuds - one or more varieties, 1st M. Turra, 2nd H. Kruse. Container of floribunda roses - one or more varieties, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd R. Mason. Container of roses -
Flowering finalist: Nola Sweeney stands with her champion bloom at the Leongatha Rose Spectacular. one variety from any of the species or old fashioned type roses inc. rambler or shrub other than David Austin or Alister Clark, 1st R. Emmerson, 2nd R. Mason. Container of large flowered climber - one variety, 1st J. Funnell, 2nd J. Pickering. Container of shrub roses - one variety other than David Austin, Alister Clark or Delbard roses, raised and named since 1945, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd R. Mason. Container of David Austin roses, one variety - must be named, 1st R. Emmerson, 2nd A. McGannon. Container of David Austin roses - two or more varieties, a list of names to be included with the exhibit, 1st S. Turton, 2nd J. Lester. Container of Alister Clark roses, one variety - must be named, R. Emmerson. Container of Delbard roses, one variety - must be named, 1st H. Kruse, 2nd P. Steele. Container of Delbard roses, one or more varieties - a list of names to be included with the exhibit, 1st R. Parsons, 2nd J. Rutherford. Class B - Special Sections
For community groups only, to be chosen by popular vote. Container of mixed flowers, must have some roses, Red Cross. Class C - Cut Flowers
One bloom of cut flower, 1st L. McCartin, 2nd N. Sweeney. One bloom
of flowering shrub, tree or climber, 1st J. Rutherford, 2nd D. Green. One stem, spike, spray, head or truss of cut flower, 1st H. Sullivan, 2nd S. Thompson. One stem, spike, spray, head or truss of flowering shrub, tree or climber, 1st J. Rutherford, 2nd Y. Williams. One stem, spike, spray, head, truss or bloom from a bulbous plant, 1st S. Thompson, 2nd J. Rutherford. One iris flower - stem to be no longer than 50mm (2”), 1st S. Thompson, 2nd M. Hyde. One stem of clematis, 1st S. Thompson, 2nd S. Thompson. Container of flowers from a climbing plant one variety, 1st S. Thompson, 2nd S. Thompson. Container of annuals - one kind, 1st S. Turton, 2nd H. Sullivan. Container of pansies, L. McCartin. Container of regal, ivy leaf, and/or zonal perlargoniums, 1st J. Pickering, 2nd J. Michael. Container of mixed flowers, 1st S. Thompson, 2nd A. Bos. Container of one kind of cut flower, 1st A. Bos, 2nd M. Turra. Container of one kind of cut flower or climber from bulbous plant - one or more varieties, 1st E. Jones, 2nd M. Turra. Container of flowering shrub or tree - one variety, 1st s. Turton, 2nd S. McDonald. Container of foliage - any number of varieties, 1st J. Rutherford, 2nd J. Michael. Best Exhibit Cut Flowers - Sue Thompson.
Top cheese made here BERRYS Creek Gourmet Cheese has two chances at winning a national award.
Supporting young people: from left, young talent at Burra Foods’ Korumburra factory, Jake Kilpatrick, maintenance manager Leigh Gourley, Bailey Condoluci and Adrian Sheerin.
The company, based at Fish Creek, is a finalist in the Australian Grand Dairy Awards. Berrys Creek is in the running for the title of best blue cheese with its Bellingham Blue and Mossvale Blue cheeses. Berrys Creek is competing
against King Island Dairy’s Black Label Triple Cream Blue. The awards recognise and reward excellence and innovation in Australian dairy produce, and acknowledge the achievements of the highly skilled, pioneering people who make those products. More than 300 of Australia’s top dairy products were put through a rigorous judging process, assessed
by 24 expert judges on flavour, aroma, texture, body and appearance to reveal 60 finalists from around the country. The awards will be announced in February 2016, where category champions will be announced along with the highest scoring product from both the overall dairy and cheese categories who will be crowned grand champion.
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The Good Life
Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment
Korumburra artists turn heads THE Korumburra Art’s Group Local Artists Exhibition at the
Federation Gallery Korumburra opened recently.
Unique work: Les Guilfoyle and his piece, Marble side table and whip chair, which is part of the Korumburra Art’s Group Local Artists Exhibition.
South Gippsland Shire Councillor Andrew McEwen officiated at the opening in front of some 100 art enthusiasts. Twenty-one local artists are exhibiting 75 works showcasing a variety of media and techniques, including paintings, sculpture, collages, furniture, prints and fabrics. Cr McEwen, in commenting on the importance of art in people’s lives, congratulated the artists on the high standard of work. He expressed the hope this may be the beginning of a strong art movement in Korumburra. Patrons were entertained by fine art, and the guitar and voice of Phil Beggs. The exhibition is open daily from 10am-5pm until November 26 with a special Afternoon of Music last Saturday where the Stadtler Trio played a selection from the works of Mozart.
Above right, Striking piece: Ian Wilkinson and his painting The Glen at the Korumburra Art’s Group Local Artists Exhibition.
Lodge to host fete THE Woorayl Lodge fete is on again this Saturday, November 28.
mark seymour and the undertow
REGENT THEATRE YARRAM PRESENTS:
MARK SEYMOUR AND THE UNDERTOW Fete fun: from left, Woorayl Lodge residents Evelyn Nunn and Olive MacLeod have helped prepare for the annual fete this Saturday by knitting coat hanger covers and painting beautiful cards to be sold. “We have a lovely facility here in Leongatha. We are very lucky.” Driven by the ladies auxiliary, improvements have been made to the lodge with the help of the funds made from the fete. These improvements include a refurbished outdoor area, an enclosed verandah where residents can sit inside and enjoy the fete, and a variety of beautiful flowers throughout the building.
WITH SUPPORT FROM JAMIE SPICER
Saturday November 28, 2015 (Doors 7.30pm) at The Regent Theatre, Yarram 210 Commercial Road Yarram | Bar available
Mirboo North country market THIS SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28 7am to 2pm at Baromi Park, Mirboo North Showcasing local produce, jams, vegetables, clothing, bric a brac, cakes, knitted items and a variety of toys and plants, along with local painting and artworks.
Contact Bev Cook 5668 1688
The Regent Theatre in Yarram is proud to host Mark Seymour and The Undertow. Mark from ‘Hunters & Collectors’ is an Australian music icon & will perform with his band - The Undertow Local Jamie Spicer from ‘Redgum’ will be a fantastic support act.
Enquiries call 5182 5420 or email enquiries@regenttheatre.com.au MIR7940034
As the social event of the year, residents of the aged care hostel have been making beautiful coat hanger covers, stockings, embroidered shopping bags, cards and paintings to be sold on the day. A sausage sizzle will kick start the fete at 8.30am and the ladies auxiliary has worked hard to ensure there will be plenty of stalls available to keep everyone entertained. “The ladies auxiliary works tirelessly to support the lodge,” Woorayl Lodge director Jo White said. “I started working here five years ago and I’m still amazed by their diligence and focus on this event. They do it so well and so happily.” Some of the stalls will include cakes, home cooked food, produce, books, plants and home wares. A Devonshire tea will be provided in the lodge’s activities room. Ms White said the lodge is hoping for fine weather and residents are excited. “I encourage the community to come along and help support our residents. This is our biggest fundraising event of the year,” she said.
Cost: $44.90 | Tickets available from: The Regent Theatre box office Tuesday and Fridays, 10am to 3pm or at www.oztix.com.au
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• OBITUARY
Teacher inspired everyone he met HANK Boltong touched the lives so many people as a husband, father, poppy, brother, teacher and friend.
The well admired former teacher at Korumburra Secondary College died a year ago, on November 22, 2014. Born Henry John Boltong on November 4, 1956 to Peter and Henrietta at Lilydale, Hank had eight siblings: Frank, Mary, Stephen and Peter, who all predeceased him, and Herb, Ted, Matt and Gerda. Full of life and energy, Hank was a relaxed person with a dry sense of humour and was regarded as caring and selfless, loved by his wife Wendy, daughters Emma and Bek, granddaughter Charlotte, and ‘sisters’ Teena and Leanne. He enjoyed family holidays to New South Wales and trips to support his beloved Essendon Football Club with his annual membership. He was a mad Essendon supporter from birth. Hank was proud of his nieces Leanne and Teena, whom he treated as sisters. He truly loved his family and would do anything for them, supporting them through the good and bad times. He was often the one called for advice and guidance. Hank studied teaching at Monash University and first taught at Noble Park Secondary School before moving onto Korumburra High School, which became Korumburra Secondary College. He
taught there for more than 30 years. Among the subjects he instructed were English, social studies, legal studies and history, and he was the school’s daily organiser for more than 20 years. Hank was renowned for his announcements over the loud speaker at the school, especially when the Bombers were in the finals. Alongside school announcements, he would often announce students’ birthdays too. There was no doubt Hank contributed to the atmosphere of the school. He made people feel important and always saw the best in people, listening and supporting them when they needed it most. His door was always open. Hank had great relationships with his fellow staff. He loved a cup of tea or coffee, but was forever leaving his cups around the staff room. While looking for a cup one day, he found them hanging from the staff room ceiling. They all had a laugh. He ran the AFL footy tipping for many years, and was a one man staff association and a key member of the management committee. Hank held the roles of coordinator of remedial studies and assistant junior school coordinator, and was a Year 7 form teacher for 11 years, namely of 7C, where he ensured students were expertly guided through their first year of secondary college. At the other end of the spectrum, Hank
Larger than life: Hank Boltong was a passionate family man, teacher, cricketer and all round character. He will be missed by all who knew him, but remembered with a smile. took great pride in Year 12 legal studies and English, where excellent results over the years reflected his commitment and professionalism as an educator. He took great pleasure in school sport and was the first choice as announcer for the college’s swimming and athletics carnivals.
He coached students in the art of public speaking, enabling some to enter Lions’ Youth of the Year quests. As a teacher, he had a great rapport with students and was always there for them, whether it be learning problems or challenges at home. Hank was known for his kindness and would often give students money for lunch if they did not have any. Renowned as a genuine character and larger than life, Hank’s commitment to education, care and support of his students and staff went above and beyond. Students would always received encouraging words on the back of their essays. After retiring from teaching at KSC, he enjoyed tutoring students through their VCE and driving taxis for the past four years of his life. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He could always be seen helping a passenger in or out of the taxi, or carrying parcels inside for them. He loved his vegie garden. It was always flourishing, enabling him to pass around bags of fresh produce at school, and to friends and family. Hank could always be found either marking students’ papers, doing school planning or in the garden planting vegies, trees or flowers. He kept an immaculate lawn with barely a weed to be seen. He was always punctual, arriving 10 minutes early and never later. Cricket was a life long passion. He
played for Korumburra and Outtrim, coached Korumburra club and school cricket, umpired for a few years and coached a girls’ indoor cricket side. He was one of the founders of indoor cricket at Korumburra. Every Boxing Day it was a tradition to go outside with the family for a friendly game of cricket that lasted all afternoon. This was after food and presents of course. Hank was a big kid at heart, and Christmas and birthdays were his favourites times of the year. He enjoyed reading war history and movie books, or watching one of his large selection of DVDs. Known as a movie buff, he would always have something on the shelf to lend from his collection. At least once every Christmas, his family would watch his favourite old classic It’s a Wonderful Life about a man who did not know his own worth until an angel came to show him what the world would be like without him. He longed to travel but building his home with Wendy was his top priority. Unfortunately they only enjoyed the house together for 12 months. Hank died peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital at Traralgon on November 22, 2014, after being a patient there for three weeks. His funeral, a graveside service at the Korumburra Lawn Cemetery, ended with the playing of the Essendon theme song.
Time to get fire ready SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council would like to remind residents the 2015-16 fire season is fast approaching.
Now is the time to take action to prevent your property from becoming a fire risk. There has been significant grass growth this year, which is drying off quickly and will become a fire risk if not addressed soon. In support of the Country Fire Authority (CFA), and in meeting its statutory requirements under the Country Fire Authority Act 1958, council will soon be implementing its annual fire management inspection program. These inspections will identify properties that may pose a fire risk to the community. Owners or occupiers of properties that may pose a fire risk will be issued a fire prevention notice under the Country Fire Authority Act 1958. Inspections will also be undertaken to ensure any fire prevention notices issued have been complied with. If the notice is not complied with, the property owner or occupier may receive an infringement notice (10 penalty units or $1530) for not complying and may also incur costs to have the fire hazard(s) removed by council. Council’s manager of regulatory services Matthew Patterson said, “As an owner or occupier of property you must maintain your land during the entire fire
danger period to ensure it does not pose a fire risk to yourself or others. “This may include fire prevention works such as keeping all grass to a height no greater than 100mm and removing all dead vegetation. “I encourage people to take advantage of the green waste amnesty period that’s in place until the end of December. “Residents can dispose of green waste free of charge at all of our transfer stations across the municipality as they clean up around their properties.” 10 tips to ensure you are fire ready: • ensure grass is slashed over the fire danger period and is kept less than 100mm high; • rake up and remove fine fuels such as dry grass, leaves, twigs and loose bark; • remove any rubbish or material that is likely to cause, maintain, or promote a fire; • store flammable liquids well away from the house; • store woodpiles away from the house; • place metal flyscreens or window shutters over windows; • keep gutters clear of leaf litter; • remove all noxious weeds from your land; • store LPG cylinders securely in an upright position with the outlet away from the house; and • have a fire plan. 10. Fire ready kits are available from the CFA.
Patriotic occasion: South Gippsland Shire Council welcomed five new citizens at a ceremony in the council chamber at Leongatha last Wednesday. They were, from left, Henriette and John McHarrie of Walkerville, formerly of New Zealand; Fergal Bannon of Foster, originally from Ireland; Julie Drysdale of Leongatha, born in Britain; and Joe Chila of Mirboo North and formerly of Italy. They were congratulated by mayor Cr Bob Newton. The South Gippsland Shire Brass Band performed a selection of Australian tunes, including the national anthem, to set the tone.
Milpara Community Speak out ARE you a Bass Coast resident living with a disability House news who would like the opportuTHE Milpara Children’s Garden opening was on Saturday.
On patrol: South Gippsland Shire Council’s local laws officers, including Luke Mullen, will soon be inspecting overgrown properties that pose a fire risk this summer.
The flowers and vegetables are growing so beautifully and the gardens looked amazing. Some busy volunteers had decorated the garden and unveiled the Milpara Yarn Bombing Project also. A big thank you to those who have contributed, big and small. Without all of you, the projects wouldn’t have been so successful. It’s been heart-warming to see the collaboration of people from different walks of life coming together. It’s amazing what can be achieved and the results speak for themselves. The children’s garden is an evolving project, with many more ideas still to complete. If you’d like to get involved please let us know. The Anglicare financial counsellor will be in on Wednesday, Novem-
ber 25. For an appointment please call 1800 286 260. On Monday, November 30 we have our Newcomers Luncheon. If you are new to the area, it’s a great way to meet some people and learn what’s on offer in our area. Please RSVP for catering purposes. Responsible Serving of Gaming and Programming Introduction to PHP and Python are on the evening of Tuesday, December 2. Food Safety Level 1 or Supervisor and Responsible Service of Alcohol are Thursday, December 10. We do ask people book one week ahead. With Christmas coming why not learn to make your own needle (dry) felted fairy/angel. These make excellent ornaments or gifts. Our workshop will be held on Saturday, December 5. Bookings and enquiries call Milpara 5655 2524.
nity to have a say about issues that affect you? Bass Coast Shire Council is giving two local people the opportunity to attend the Having a Say conference, organised by the Victorian Advocacy League for Individuals with Disability and held from Feburary 10 to 12, 2016, in Geelong. People are invited to submit a nomination form for potential candidates, and council will fund the registration fee, accommodation and a small food allowance for the two successful nominees. Applications close at 5pm on Friday, November 27. Nomination forms are available on www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/havingasay or by contacting the social and community planning administration officer on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211 or by emailing ruralaccess@basscoast.vic.gov.au.
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Farming Insight
Allan focused on dairy performance GIPPSDAIRY’s newly appointed regional manager wants farmers to get value for their dairy service levy dollar.
New manager: GippsDairy manager, Allan Cameron believes the dairy industry is innovative and has a bright future. prove their capacity to grow grass and produce milk. “It’s about building on the capability of those who are looking to improve by
looking at who is best practice and highlighting what they are doing,” he said. “The benchmarking side of things and financial lit-
eracy is very important. “Looking at what are the things that are the key drivers for farm profitability, drilling down into those is-
Serving up better land management THE South Gippsland Landcare Network, together with the Nerrena Landcare Group gained a National Landcare 25th anniversary grant earlier this year.
The funding was used to put 11 Paddock to Plate businesses through a certified land management program in April, delivered by the Australian Land Management Group. The farmers involved identified areas needing improvement within their own farm enterprises and developed procedures for implementation. The producers also considered animal welfare constraints and explored catchment and legal requirements, with a commitment to embrace best practices and continually improve performance in these areas. Great progress has already been made with tree
breaks, improved fencing, weed control, mulching and rotational grazing put in place. The group visited Paul and Sam Crock’s Fish Creek property in June to see the improvements they have made to the property over the years. All gullies have been fenced with seed collected from the few existing remnants on the property. Pastures have been improved and an organic fertiliser program used for many years. Most impressive were the new yards recently built to improve livestock handling and safety for both animals and people. The businesses involved in the project included Gippsland Natural (six businesses), Scorrybreck
Farm, Foster; O’Neil’s Lamb, Fish Creek; Koony Natural Lamb, Koonwarra; Glen Alvie Lamb and forestry, Glen Alvie; Malabar Lamb and Gippsland Food Adventures, Walkerville; Amber Creek Pork and sawmill, Fish Creek; and Terramirra Park Deer Farm, Koonwarra. A celebration dinner
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CLEARING SALE Hallston - Leongatha North FARM MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT, SUNDRIES & HOUSEHOLD SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28 AT 10AM A/c M & C Cock “Amberley Park”
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2620 Grand Ridge Road, Hallston John Deere 3350 Tractor 4WD with cabin & front end loader; Hulls round bale feeder; 8ft grader blade hyd angle & tilt; Green acres 400lt spray unit with reel and boom; 9'x5' trailer with stock crate elect. brakes; Ruddweigh 600 Electronic Scales and split platform; Silvan 100lt spray unit; “Waste not” rectangle bale feeder ; 5 hay rings; Root rake with hydraulic grab arm & ripper; F.E. loader hydraulic hay feeder and forks;Yamaha 200 E Ag motor bikes; 6x4 trailer; 3pl hay forks - carry all; VH/duty welding table; Stainless steel work bench's; Welders large & small; Elect. fence unit; Gall elect fence tester; Elec. fence equipment & sundries; Poly pipe spindle; Pine posts various; H/D stockyard gates; Var. poly pipe fittings & pipe; New gal steel posts; Wire netting; Ring lock; O/h fuel tanks; 500lt & 1200lt split fuel; Pipe bender; Oxy set; Assort tools; Pedestal drill; Assort. Steel pipe & channel; Fire fighting pump; Air compressor; Cement mixer; many other numerous sundries. Other & Household: Ride on lawn mower “Cub Cadet 42”; Caravan; Patio heater; Freezer; Fridge; BBQ; Massage table;Wheel barrow; Ladders; Elec. heaters; Table tennis table; Var. tables, chairs, drawers; Cupboards; Bicycles x2; Car fridge; Other household sundries;Antique double mirror wardrobe. Outside Vendor: Massey Ferguson 35x tractor, MF saw bench, MF pulley; MF towbar; MF drawbar; MF 35x owner's manual; Calf trailer; Grader blade; 3pl scoop; 3pl jib; 3pl super spreader; 3pl ripper; Carry all; PTO shaft, drag chain, pipe threader; Chainsaw & saw mill; Single cow milking plant with buckets etc.; Calf feeders, troughs and bottles; Knapsacks, spray units; Garden fert. spreader; Lawn aerator roller; Mulcher; Lawn mower. Terms: Number system will apply, Photo ID required; strictly cash, EFTPOS or cheque on day of sale; GST applies to farm purchases, lunch and refreshments available.
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Allan Cameron said improving the performance of Gippsland dairy farms would always be at the forefront of his thinking when dealing with the challenges and opportunities of the Gippsland dairy industry. “The fundamental thing is whether we can help farmers improve their productivity and profitability,” he said. “At the end of the day, GippsDairy receives a significant portion of its funding from the levies paid by dairy farmers. “So the tagline of ‘your levy at work’ is critical. “We need to listen to dairy farmers to make sure we are continually justifying the trust they have in paying over a levy to us.” Allan, who has an agricultural science degree from Melbourne University as well as graduate diplomas in applied finance and financial planning, has most recently been working as a key account manager with Elders looking after corporate agribusiness clients and high net worth family farming businesses. Growing up on a sheep and beef property on Phillip Island (where he still lives), the 43 year old said he would admire his dairy farmer neighbours for their willingness to innovate in the way they operated their businesses. “Over a long period time, I’ve always thought dairy farmers have been the ones who are proactive and always looking to improve. There is an immediacy about their performance – each evening and morning they can measure their performance in the volume of milk in the vat.” “I think that has meant they can be very proactive with what they do. I’ve always appreciated watching over the fence at dairy farmer productivity.” With a strong financial background, Allan is keen to use GippsDairy’s resources to further improve the financial literacy of dairy farmers, while also helping im-
sues and then being able to get that message across.” GippsDairy chair Graeme Nicoll said an exhaustive search had been conducted to find the right person for regional manager position, with the board delighted to have selected Allan, who will start his new role on November 23. “This is a key position in the Gippsland dairy industry, so we needed someone who could tick the boxes of understanding farming, financial acumen and having a drive to improve the industry in the region,” he said. “Allan has the ability to listen, learn and use that knowledge to ensure GippsDairy leads the way in providing services and support for dairy farmers, building relationships and ensuring the Gippsland dairy industry continues to evolve as a professional and efficient sector. “The board and staff at GippsDairy are genuinely excited to have Allan on the team to help us continue to improve on the great work already being done.”
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COMPLETE MILKING HERD DISPERSAL Monday 30th November at 10.30am KOONWARRA VLE
250 Spring Calving 250 Holstein Cows A/C A & H Webster, Middle Tarwin (Property sold) Comprising of 250 Spring calved Holstein cows rejoined from 19th October to AI sires including Captain, Largess, Santor, Tommo, Moon Raker Cows based on Reg. Calderlea Holstein bulls. Last 7 years AI has been introduced - Lionhart, Tennyson, Mint-Edition, Iota, Del Santo JD Cap 4. Herd cc 70,000. Strep Ag, Mycroplas negative Terms are cash or cheque on day of sale or settlement by your Agent - Letter of Introductions MUST be provided
SEEING a way through a dry summer is important for managing farmers’ stress levels. The Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources urges farmers to put together a revised feed plan for at least the next five to six months. Forage (pasture, crop, silage and hay) needs to make up at least half the diet. Concentrates such as
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 – 10AM START 2003 McCormick Tractor with forks, buckets & remotes on front, 3573hrs; 1983 McCormick Tractor; 1963 Massey Ferguson 35, petrol; 2002 Kawasaki 4W motorbike; Massey Ferguson 50 Backhoe; 126 Bales Silage; Sunbeam Shearing Plant; Sunbeam Grinder; Round Wool Table; Mercury Wool Scales; 2 Shearing Handpieces; Antique 200ltr Wool Baskets; 3 Round Bale Feeders; 2 ton Feed Bin on wheels; Silvan 400ltr Spray Unit; Crump Super Spreader; Wallace Plough; Set Linkage Harrows; Linkage Smudger; 300 gallon Water Cart with Fire Fighting Pump; 6 x 10 Tandem Trailer; Set Daniel Harvey Disc's, 20 plate; Connor Shea Sod Seeder, Caldons Points; 2 Husqvarna Chainsaws; 400 volt Welder; Stevlon Hydraulic Post Hole Driver; 9' Paddock Roller; Berends Drain Digger; Davies Pump; Assorted Steel & Gas Pipe; Bike Ramps; Augers & Fencing Sundries; Old Bullock Yokes; 5kva Generator; Pasture Harrows; Ass Gates; Fencing Trailer; Ass Pipes; Windmill Wheel; Antique Lawn Roller; Butter Churn; Old Stools; Fishing Rods; Concrete Pipe; 8 x 6'1” Lowline Canopy; Steel Drill; Workbenches; 7' Grader Blade; 20' Hay Trailer; 2 lengths 6” 36ft Gas Pipe; Cupboards; 6' Berends Slasher; Outdoor Table; Chairs; Various Sundries
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Think carefully: consider stock feed needs sooner rather than later to survive the dry conditions.
Bulls defy trend of falling prices THERE were approximately 1900 export and 400 young cattle penned, representing a decrease of 200 head week on week. The buying group was one export processor smaller than last sale, with most operating a little more selectively in a cheaper market. Quality also declined, with a larger proportion of manufacturing steers in the bullock draft, al-
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replace 20 per cent of their cows with heifers, perhaps selling those cows earlier is a consideration this season. Sparing this feed for the remaining cows will actually result in more milk being produced. This may be an important source of cash flow. Once a day milking can be used to reduce cow feed demand while having a smaller effect on cow condition. For more information contact Greg O’Brien at Greg.O’Brien@ecodev.vic. gov.au
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grain may well be cheaper per unit of energy and protein than good quality fodder, so look at the least cost option to do the job. Check the Hay and Grain report on the Dairy Australia website to get a feel for the market and prices. Remember to keep one eye on next season and one eye on this season. Don’t let cows be in poor condition at calving next year and don’t reduce the herd more than necessary. Given most farms
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though there was a good supply of heifers suited to the trade on offer in the young drafts. There were very few yearling trade steers in the young cattle, with the vealers and heifers suited to the trade slipping 5c/ kg. Grown steers and bullocks eased 5c to 6c for most and up to 10c/kg in places. Heavy weight grown heifers were 14c/kg cheaper for most. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers slipped 15c with the crossbred portion back 8c to 10c/kg. Cows eased mostly 5c to 10c while the heavy weight bulls improved 5c/ kg on most sales. Heavy weight vealers, over 280kg, suited to butcher orders sold from 290c to 311c/kg. Yearling heifers suited to the trade made between 264c and 296c/kg. Grown steers sold be-
tween 276c and 302c/kg. Bullocks made from 277c to 305c/kg. Heavy weight bullocks, weighing over 750kg, sold from 270c to 297c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish made between 252c and 278c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 230c and 266c, with the crossbred portion making between 250c and 292c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made from 176c to 230c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 208c to 255c/kg. Heavy weight C and B muscle bulls made between 268c and 322c/kg. The next sale draw - November 25 & 26: 1. Rodwells, 2. SEJ, 3. Elders, 4. Alex Scott & Staff, 5. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 6. Landmark.
Prime Sale - Wednesday, November 18 BULLOCKS 16 Alcheringa Past. Co, Mardan 669.70kg 305.0 13 J.R. & B.D. Logan 652.70kg 305.0 11 A. Nardino, Yinnar 647.70kg 302.6 2 F. & D. O’Connor, Leongatha 550.00kg 302.0 12 K.H. & S.J. Meuller, Leongatha 611.70kg 301.6 12 T. & G. Nicholas, Kongwak 731.30kg 300.0 STEERS 3 M. & D. Harms, Korumburra 345.00kg 310.6 13 P. & S. Fahey, Tyers 503.10kg 309.6 1 T. & M. Johnston, Ferndale 535.00kg 305.0 8 F. & D. O’Connor, Leongatha 522.50kg 302.0 1 A.W. & L.A. Klinkhamer, Cardinia 530.00kg 300.0 1 JDK Pastoral Co, Korumburra 430.00kg 300.0 COWS 1 P. & G. Haymes, Devon 555.00kg 285.0 2 M. & L. Huitson, Kernot 550.00kg 285.0 1 H. & K. Warr, Meeniyan 545.00kg 285.0 1 R.J. Harris, Korumburra Sth 560.00kg 255.0 4 M. Williams, Dalyston 602.50kg 255.0 2 Pilkington & Toohey, Waratah Nth 695.00kg 252.0 HEIFERS 2 T. & M. Johnston, Ferndale 400.00kg 305.0 1 A. & M. Daniel, Alberton West 335.00kg 303.6 4 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 370.00kg 298.6 2 S.R. & M.K. Greaves, Nerrena 347.50kg 297.6 2 Rath Pastoral, Dumbalk 402.50kg 296.0 14 C. Delbridge, Doomburrim 428.20kg 293.0 BULLS 1 T. & M. Johnston, Ferndale 975.00kg 321.6 1 G. & S. Hosking, Mirboo 790.00kg 317.6 1 D. & D. McKnight, Buffalo 995.00kg 316.6 1 Maxray Nom, Buffalo 960.00kg 316.6 1 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 1015.00kg 310.6 1 A. & L. Hancock, Nyora 855.00kg 306.2
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Farming Insight Jersey club recognises top cows Tbone Melaine 3, L and M Wallace; class four, Bushlea Tequ Fernleaf 4, K and P, W and L Kuhne; class five, Bushlea Reagan Fernleaf, K and P, W and L Kuhne; class six, Bushlea Nathan Fernleaf, K and P, W and L Kuhne; • champion cow: Inverlair Heights Jack Teeny, Inverlair Heights, Allan family; • reserve champion cow: Ranleigh Valerian 3584, Ranleigh, G
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Allan Family; second, Ranleigh Valerian 3584, G and E, B and K Boyd; third, Ranleigh Badger 3477, G and E, B and K Boyd; fourth, Gelbeado Park Navara Bonita, A Thomas and V Wade; • dam and daughter or two daughters from one cow: first, K and P, W and L Kuhne, Bushlea Action Lovely and Bushlea Tequila Lovely; second, L and M Wallace, Wallacedale Tbone Melys and Wallacedale Tbone Melys 2; third, Allan Family, Inverlair Heights Birk Ferny and Inverlair Heights Spirit Fern; • genetic recovery cow: first, Araluen Park Gannon Kasare, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day; • second, Araluen Park Sega Ebony, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day; third, Langdale Region Ebony, D
SOUTH Gippsland can expect lower rainfall and warmer temperatures this summer, with El Niño likely to persist into early 2016. Bureau of Meteorology climatologist Jonathan Pollock said the outlook for November to January showed drier than normal conditions were likely for parts of South Gippsland. Mr Pollock said the outlook reflects a combination of a strong El Niño in the Pacific, a decaying positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and warm Indian Ocean temperatures. “The chance of average rainfall during November is less than 35 per cent for South Gippsland. By December the odds are looking more neutral,” he said. Mr Pollock said October was dry in South Gippsland. “Some parts recorded less than 20 per cent of their long term average October rainfall,” he said. “The positive IOD and a strong El Niño combined to result in decreased rainfall during winter and spring across eastern Australia. “The November outlook generally reflected these climate influences.” Koonwarra dairy farmer Shawn Hollingworth has a number of strategies in place to minimise the impact of unseasonal conditions. After dealing with drought in northern Victoria between 2002 and 2009, mitigating environmental impacts plays a big part in the way Mr Hollingworth farms. He has already culled his empty cows to take pressure off home grown feed and will shortly start cutting a second round of silage and hay. Mr Hollingworth said he should be able to cut every paddock twice. “At this stage, we have half our silage requirements. If we cut again, we will get all our silage and some hay,” he said. In an effort to reduce exposure to the hay market, Mr Hollingworth planted a 10 hectare barley and vetch crop in July. “Given the dry conditions, it is still going to yield about seven tonnes of dry matter to the hectare,” he said. “Last year we brought in 54 tonnes of cereal
hay, so hopefully that crop will mean we won’t need to rely as heavily on purchased feed.” Mr Hollingworth’s milking herd calves in late January, so in late November he will start to dry off his cows. “The plan is the majority will be dry by Christmas. This will take the pressure off my feed requirements for a couple of months,” he said. “Over the hot dry summer period, my cattle should be dry, lying under the trees relaxing, which is extremely different to the typical Gippsland farmer.” Mr Hollingworth said he has been pre buying some protein hay, with anticipation the price will rise with demand. Mr Pollock said daytime maximum temperatures are likely to be warmer than normal for South Gippsland during November to January. “Daytime maximum temperatures have a very high chance (greater than 80 per cent) of being warmer than normal across Victoria in November,” he said. “By December the odds are looking more neutral. The outlook for night-time minimum temperatures has a similar pattern.”
and A Mathews; • best pen of five cows: first, Allan family, Inverlair Heights; second, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day, Araluen Park; third, K and P, W and L
Kuhne, Bushlea Farms; • best vessel: first, Bushlea Tequila Lovely, K and P, W and L Kuhne; • type and production: class three, Wallacedale
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ANTIQUES, HOUSEHOLD & FARM EQUIPMENT A/C Robertson Family 25 Arbuthnot's Rd, Tarwin Lower
Friday, November 27, 2015 | 10.30am Antiques & household items: Victorian bookcase; original Wonthaggi mine manager's cedar desk; Edwardian side board; Edwardian black mantle clock; Walnut display cabinet; dining room table;Victorian gents chair & foot stool; Edwardian nursing chair; ass Victorian balloon back chairs; Bentwood chairs; Victorian Gilt over mantle mirror; French corner cabinet; Edwardian corner cabinet; Victorian piano stool; chest of drawers, flame mahogany; Victorian convex mirror; 19thc sideboard; Victorian cheval table top mirrors x 2; magnificent tilt top loo table; garden furniture; vast qty of Victorian & Edwardian antiques bric & brac; porcelain; 2 x lounge suites; glassware; silverware; Retro glassware; crystal; ass paintings; wall tapestry; vast array of collectables too numerous to mention; filing cabinets; whiteboard; table; chairs; gym set; tents; camping gear; steel slide; rubber swing; basketball ring; fishing rods & reels; hoses & garden tools; tennis equip & umpire stand; antique sporting collectables; huge amount of antique magazines; books; games; magnificent paintings 100's collectables; Boyd pottery; retro vases; ass sundry items. Farm Equipment: 50 bales hay; motorbike fertiliser spreader; work benches; round & square hay rings; calf feeders; calf troughs; test buckets; dairy plant spare parts; generator; ass nuts & bolts; tools; treated pine posts; gates; elec fence reels; culverts; calving chains; motors; chemicals; ear tags; tree guards; grass seed; rabbit hutch; pump; storage bins; spray unit; poly pipe & fittings; timber & hardware; office furniture; calf coats; tank stand; down pipes; old doors, tin and much much more. Outside Vendors: hydraulic tipping trailer (brand new); driven tyne harrows; 285x60x18 tyres, 40%; roof rack to suit GQ Patrol; alum tool box tray pack; antique drill press (not complete); 3 cast iron culvert pipes; handrail cable & fittings; antique hearth surround; camp beds x2; art deco kitchen table & 4 chairs; birdcage; dressing table; lawn bowls; wall mounted ironing board; swing shower screen door
Outside Vendors Welcome Terms: Strictly cash, cheque or Eftpos on day of sale. Photo ID for registration. Number system. GST where applicable. Light luncheon available.
Drought tolerant: Koonwarra dairy farmer Shawn Hollingworth has measures in place on his farm to reduce the impacts of drought like conditions, like those expected this summer.
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THURSDAY, NOV 29, 2015 Starting at 10am N&G STOLLERY, YARRAM (ELDERS) 160 Angus mix sex calves, 9-10 mths, weaned, Ardrossin & Te Mania blood BJ O'LOUGHLIN, MIRBOO NORTH (LANDMARK) 40 Angus steers 50 Angus heifers 14-15mths, Innisdale & Merelewood blood PC & JT SIBLY, ARCHIES CREEK, ANNUAL DRAFT (ELDERS) 60 Angus steers 20 Angus heifers Feb/March drop, Fernleigh & McIndoe blood D&M HOOK, INVERLOCH (LANDMARK) 40 Hereford steers, 14-15mths, very quiet G&J TUCKETT, WOODSIDE (ELDERS) 35 Angus steers, 12 mths, weaned 4 mths, landfall blood, drenched & multimin S BRIDGER, GLEN FORBES (ELDERS) 22 Angus steers, 11 mths, weaned 11 Angus heifers, 11 mths weaned Ex Euroa district bred cows, by Ythanbrae bull C LITTLEJOHN, MIRBOO ( LANDMARK) 25 Angus steers, 12 mths WK & J GRAHAM, ‘KILEYS RUN’, MIRBOO (SEJ) 40 Angus mix sex weaners, 12-13 mths, Yancowinna blood RJ & JM SMITH, YARRAM (ELDERS) 25 Angus steers, 10ths, weaned F&C CAMERON, ‘WILD DOG’, PHILLIP ISLAND (SEJ) 32 Angus steers, Feb march drop, Yancowinna blood, weaned STEVEN BARE, HALLSTON (SEJ) 20 Angus steers, 11 mths, weaned, Battersby blood M K & S BREEN, BUFFALO (LANDMARK) 60 Angus mix sex calves, 9-10mths, weaned 4 weeks B & A SPIDEN, GLEN FORBES (LANDMARK) 30 Hereford mix sex calves 9-10mths SCOTT ANDERSEN, SAN REMO (ELDERS) 25 Black Simmental heifers, 12 mths, webb blood, weaned, excellent line of future breeders PG&BK RUBY, ANDERSON (PHC) 30 Limousin/Angus mixed sex weaners RJ EMMERSON, LEONGATHA (LANDMARK) 18 mix sex composite weaners G&J COOK, FOSTER (SEJ) 35 Friesian steers, 16-17 mths old K HOLNESS, TARWIN MEADOWS (RODWELLS) 10 Angus/Friesian x steers 14mths, extremely quiet ASHLEY MICHAEL, LEONGATHA (LANDMARK) 11 Galloway mix sex weaners R&J TREASE, MARDAN (LANDMARK) 10 Hereford & bb heifers, 10-12 mths C&L DALEY, MIRBOO NORTH (LANDMARK) 10 South Devon steers, 11-12 mths, weaned & very quiet 3 South Devon heifers,11-12 mths, weaned & very quiet 2x2 South Devon & Black Devon cows & calves with 8 mth caf TEMPANY PARK RED & BLACK ANGUS - COMPLETE DISPERSAL SALE (LANDMARK) A/C T & J CLARK, NERRENA (Due to loss of leased land) 25x25 Registered Red Angus cows with spring drop calves at foot Cows sired by AI bulls, Te Mania Red label, Red Crowsfoo Oles's Oscar & Paringa Iron Ore Stud founded on Ebony Lodge & Boote Hills bloodlines Calves by Hillandale Red guy G26 (Sakic Son) 15x15 Pure Angus commercial black Angus cows with spring drop c.a.f, mostly 2nd calvers 8 Unjoined registered Red Angus heifers by Hillandale Red Guy G26 7 Unjoined Black Angus heifers 1 Stud Red Angus bull, 4 year old 1 Black Angus Bull, 2 year old P&S CAMPBELL , MARDAN (SEJ) 15 x15 Angus cows, 3rd 4th 5th calvers with 7 week old caf, Barwidgee & Ythanbrae blood CAMPASPIE FLAT REDS (RODWELL) 3 Red Angus bulls 2 year old, ex BSJ Tullatoola, by Wolumba bull
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SOUTH GIPPSLAND ASSOCIATED AGENTS
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Reason to smile: from left, judge Amy Wright with Tanya Privitera, Barrie Allan and Sue Allan representing Inverlair Heights Jersey Stud, winner of the champion cow in the South Gippsland Jersey Breeders Club’s annual On Farm Challenge competition.
Dry conditions will persist By Sarah Vella
and E, B and K Boyd; and • most successful exhibitor: Araluen Park, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day. The club wishes representatives in the Semex Australia Great Southern Challenge good luck. Results will be announced December 11 after an intensive week for the judge who will travel across four states of Australia to find their winners.
STORE SALE
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Judge Amy Wright from World Wide Sires had the challenging job of placing 188 head over three days of judging across 22 studs. The presentation dinner was held at the Leongatha RSL on November 4, where a large room full of members enjoyed dinner and waited in anticipation to hear the results. The Allan family of Inverlair Heights Jersey Stud at Mardan took out champion cow with Inverlair Heights Jack Teeny. This cow also won champion cow the week before at the Central Gippsland On Farm Challenge Competition, where 155 cows from 20 studs were entered. Teeny has been on a winning streak as she won champion cow in 2014 and was reserve champion in 2013. Barrie, Sue and Tanya Allan were present at the dinner to accept the perpetual trophy. They also won the pen of five cows entered by the one exhibitor. They have come second in this class around five times, so were honoured and proud to win the class. Most successful exhibitor was won by Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day from Araluen Park, Shady Creek. They also won most successful exhibitor as the Central Gippsland On Farm Challenge competition the week before.
Results: • two years in milk: first, Araluen Park Galaxy Molly 2, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day; second, Inverell Sonia 105, Dowel Family; third, Bushlea Galaxies Lovelies, K and P, W and L Kuhne; fourth, Wallacedale Celebs Melaine, L and M Wallace; • two years in milk - progeny test: first, Araluen Park Galvanise Princess, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day; second, Rye Valley David Samantha, Roger, Helen and Melissa Perrett; third, Langdale Topeka Choice, D and A Mathews; fourth, Ranleigh Volcano 4550, G and E, B and K Boyd; • three years in milk: first, Wallacedale Tbone Melaine 3, L and M Wallace; second, Rye Valley Vanahlem Sandra 2, Roger, Helen and Melissa Perrett; third, Araluen Park Sega Ebony, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day; fourth, Langdale Region Ebony, D and A Mathews; • four years in milk: first, Bushlea Tequila Lovely, K and P, W and L Kuhne; second, Beulah Van V Modesty, Trevor Saunders and Anthea Day; third, Grandridge Dutchie 529, John and Jill Bilney; fourth, Wallacedale Almer Melanie, L and M Wallace; • five years in milk: first, Rye Valley Rhomona Daydream, Roger, Helen and Melissa Perrett; second, Nylanda Rockets Rae, P Alblas; third, Bushlea Reagan Fernleaf, K and P, W and L Kuhne; fourth, Inverlair Heights Ola Ileto, Allan Family; • six years and over; first, Inverlair Heights Jack Teeny,
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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 OLD LOCKERS. Good garage storage. group of four. 1530w x 1830 h x 460d. $45. Leongatha. Ph. 0401 713 566. SUPERMARKET SHELVING. Good garage storage. 10 shelves. 5 upright, 28 brackets. $45. Leongatha. Ph. 0401 713 566. CLUB CHAIRS. Leather look. Brown. As new. One with foot stool. $50 the lot. Ph. 0407 444 051. BASKETBALL RING. Full size. On stand to be dyna bolted to concrete floor. $25. Ph. 5668 8180. TABLE/BEDSIDE LAMPS. Two. Cut glass/brass base. cream shades. 64cm high. good condition. $30 for pair. Ph. 0418 727 616. MATERNITY WEAR CLOTHING. Size 8. One pregnancy use. 9 items. Excellent condition. $50. Inverloch. Ph. 0439 353 529. COT SHEETS. With feature border and matching pillowcase. One infant use. excellent condition. $20. Ph. 0439 353 529. WINE RACK. 4”length x 1.5 width. Free standing. Excellent condition. Holds 36 bottles. $50. Ph. 0488 105 451. ONKAPARINGA BED BLANKETS. Two. Purple. Queen size, will fit king. Nerrena. $25. Ph. 0447 973 450. QUEEN SIZE DOONA. Dry cleaned. Nerrena. $25. Ph. 0447 973 450. TYPEWRITER. Electric. Still working. $20. ph. 5672 4665. DOMED CLOCKS. Five. $40. Ph. 5662 2518. COMPUTER DESK. Corner unit, one cupboard, 2 drawers and shelfs. New condition. $50. Ph. 0419 624 199. COT. Solid timber. Good condition. Converts to toddler bed. Includes mattress. $25. Ph. 0477 048 384. BRICKS. 150 clean brown wire-cut. Second hand in very good condition. $45. Ph. 5658 1054. JARS. Fowlers. Size 31, 27 and 20. Good condition. $50 the lot. Ph. 5664 0120. MATCHBOX LABELS. 44 assorted labels. $20 the lot. ph. 5664 0120. VERTICAL BLINDS. 2x1800W/2000H. 2x2100W/1450H. Dusty pink. $40. Ph. 0427 632 880. JACK & JILL GARDEN SEATS. Painted pale beige. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 5662 2851. GARDEN CHAIR. Wooden. painted pale beige. Excellent condition. $25. Ph. 5662 2851. KEYBOARD. Excellent condition. $35. ph. 5662 2549.
PAINTER’S TRESTLES. Wooden. H180cm. Older style. $50. Ph. 5662 5141. ORGANIC ROSEMARY. Large bunch. Wont be picked till buyer come to pay. $50 the lot. Ph. 0487 773 897. MOBILE PHONE. Samsung C5220. Dual UMTS folder. Telstra next G network. unlocked. Excellent condition. Needs card. $50. Ph. 0487 773 897. iPAD CASE. Otterbox defender brand. For iPad Air 2. Rugged protection. Brand new. RRP. $99.95 selling for $50. Ph. 0419 827 697. ARM CHAIRS. Wingback floral tapestry. 1 pair. Excellent condition. Can deliver. $50. ph. 0407 096 958. Message for photo. WALL DECO. Two. Black coated metal love heart candle holders. $10. Leongatha. Ph. 0487 238 907. SOCCER GOALS. 180H x 258W. requires new net. used. $20. Ph. 5662 5141. BICYCLES. Two. Adult unisex. Good working condition. $20 each. Ph. 0412 755 627. KEYBOARD. Full size. Excellent condition. Easy to play. 100 songs and music. $50. Ph. 5672 2663. HOME BUFFET. 32cm. Stanley Rogers. Only used once to keep food warm. Looks new. $40. Ph. 5674 2747. SINGLE BED & BASE. $5. Good condition. Ph. 0412 755 627. LARGE SINGLE BED & BASE. very good condition. $50. Ph. 0408 344 470. SINGLE BEDHEAD. White. very good condition. $30. Ph. 0408 344 470. FRIDGE. No freezer. w 64cm x d 64 cm x h 141 cm. Fisher & Paykel. $50. Ph. 5672 2663. KITCHEN CHAIRS. Four. Cream leather. Good condition. $50. Ph. 5662 3925. STANDARD LAMP. $30. Ph. 5662 3925. WASHING & IRONING STATION & DRESSING TABLE, SEAT AND MIRROR. Tubular steel. Washing and ironing station on castors. $50. ph. 0439 572 372. PRESERVING URN. Fowlers Vacola. Modern plastic. Electric. $50. Ph. 0490 070 103. DINING TABLE & 3 CHAIRS. Table extends. Items in need of a clean but quite sound. Ruby area. $45. Ph. 0439 952 350. LOUNGE SUITE. Club. 3 piece. Floral design. In good condition. $50. Ph. 5668 1281. BEARDED IRIS. 15 available. Assorted colours. $2.50 each. Ph. 0428 168 297. BOAT. Fibreglass. Fair condition. Between Leongatha and Inverloch. $20. Ph. 0499 533 992.
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WOORAYL LODGE INC. 71-73 McCartin Street, Leongatha Phone 5662 2053, Fax 5662 3967 Inc. Assoc. A0025521Y
INDEPENDENT LIVING UNITS EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Woorayl Lodge currently has self contained one bedroom units available for retired singles or couples who may be looking for accommodation. Woorayl Lodge has a total of 30 independent living units within well maintained grounds and, on occasion, vacancies do arise.
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HERBALIFE Information Night, free product tasting, find out about weight loss, healthy ageing, Leongatha, Monday, December 7. Contact 0429-629399 for details.
MARINE LICENCE COURSE Vic. Boat Licence with Jetski endorsement
INVERLOCH
Scots Pioneer Church
Saturday, November 28 1pm - 5pm
1230 Mardan Road
Mardan South Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone Bob: 0417 524 005 Approved TSV course www.abcboating.com ABN 43080057923
29th November 2015 at 2pm
Woorayl Lodge is within easy walking distance of all of the key amenities and services of Leongatha.
Dumbalk’s Christmas in the Park
For further information please contact Phil Johnson or Carolyn Little at Woorayl Lodge.
AT THE DUMBALK MEMORIAL PARK
End of Year Concert by
Friday, December 4
STRINGZ COSTERO
from 6pm onwards
South Gippsland Community Players All welcome
BYO food, drinks & chairs Come and enjoy Santa, jumping castle, lolly throw and icy poles There will be plenty of prizes to be won Contact: Bev Hanley 5664 4344 or Toine Bovill 5664 1258
AFTERNOON TEA PROVIDED
When: Where:
30/11/15 10.00 am to 1.00 pm (Morning Tea supplied) Family Resource Centre, Bass Coast Health 235 Graham St, Wonthaggi
This program will be facilitated by Drug and Alcohol Counsellors from the Bass Coast Health Drug and Alcohol Team. The program will help participants to: • Understand the effects of Ice or other drugs and the consequences of drug use • Develop an understanding of the impact of drug use on mental health • Communicate effectively with the drug user • Recognise and respond appropriately to challenging behaviours • Recognise the importance of self-care and prioritising other family members needs • Education on Alcohol and Drug Treatment services
Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays
The Friends of the Mirboo North Swimming Pool present
Movie
Oddball
* BBQ and Nessie from 6pm
To register, phone the Family Resource Centre Reception on 5671 3278 and leave your name and phone number.
Date: Friday 4th December 2015 Time: Gates Open 6pm for dusk Screening Cost: $5 Entry Fees apply. Pool entry and supervision rules apply. Call: Mary 5668 1643 for details Mirboo North Outdoor Pool
Jordan Way Mirboo North, Vic 3871 t: 5668 1563 e: sgsplash@ymca.org.au www.southgippslandpools.ymca.org.au
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Bass Coast Health (BCH) is the major provider of health and aged care services in the Bass Coast Shire. Expressions of interest are sought in relation to provision of services for supply and sale of coffee (barista style) either inside the hospital or in the car park of the Wonthaggi Hospital which is located at 235 Graham Street, Wonthaggi Victoria 3995. General Requirements Comply with health service requirements (OH&S, infection Control) Expression of Interest Contents: • An expression of interest must contain at a minimum: o Details of how the prospective provider proposes to supply the services o The names, qualifications and registration details of personnel o Certificates of currency of insurance policies for professional indemnity and public liability o Evidence of police checks and working with children checks for personnel o The financial arrangements being proposed For further information please call Mr. Aldo Santo, Procurement Manager at BCH on (03) 5671 3160. Place expressions of interest in the Tender Box at front reception BCH or email to tenders@basscoasthealth.org.au Expressions of Interest Close 5pm Friday 11 December 2015 Veronica Jamison Chief Executive Officer
S o u t h G i p p s l a nd Shire Counci l
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Pavement Rehabilitation Works Eastern Region Alliance advises that pavement rehabilitation works will be carried out on behalf of VicRoads during the following time period, weather permitting: Works commencing the week of 23rd November 2015 for approximately 4 weeks at:
South Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha South between Beilbys Rd & Stockdales Rd There will be minor delays and lane closures whilst these works are carried out. Any queries can be directed to VicRoads Traffic Management Centre on 13 11 70
AT M TIL NOV
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for sale CARAVAN Jayco Freedom, 2003 model, pop top, offroad, 2 single beds, annex, serviced 2014, excellent condition, $17,000. Dumbalk 0425750438. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. HAY Shedded square bales, A1 for horses, no weeds, $6 per bale, Leongatha. Ph: 0401603525.
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TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
URGENT SALE $289,000 UNIT FOR SALE PHONE OWNER DIRECT 3 bedroom only 2.5 yrs old ducted heating Phone Anna 0419 818 011
MOWERS We stock the largest range of New push and ride-on mowers in South Gippsland, including - Honda,Victa, Greenfield, Deutscher, Cub Cadet, MTD, Masport, Toro, Yard Machines & Rover from $149. Professional repairs and service for ALL mower makes and models. Also stocking a large range of parts and accessories. We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available.
MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha. L.M.C.T. 2714
Ph: 5662 2028
www.marriottsmpe.com.au
BARGAINS! SLEEPWEAR SWIMWEAR BLACK PEPPER GOONDIWINDI BRAS BRIEFS SHAPEWEAR
AT MEMORIAL HALL TILL SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28 1PM Lingerie & Leisure 26 BAIR ST, LEONGATHA
5662 2454
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LIFESTYLE CENTRED SERVICES
Specialised Support Worker - Trida
South Gippsland Shire Council
Medical / High Care experience WEDNESDAYS & ALTERNATE WEEKENDS 8am - 4pm Email: employment@lifestylecentred.com.au Phone: 9483 4755
Freshzest is seeking a motivated and team orientated person to fill a
Risk Coordinator
DISPATCH COORDINATOR ROLE
• Ongoing Full Time • Exciting new shared service role to provide risk services between South Gippsland and Baw Baw Shire Councils
NEW HEN HOUSES - suit 6 to 7 hens, $400. 56642443. SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.
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• $95,969 total salary package, incl. superannuation • Fortnightly rostered day off available
RURAL RETAIL ASSISTANT Brown Wigg (Meeniyan) Brown Wigg is a leading retailer of rural merchandise in Gippsland servicing the agricultural and industrial sectors. Providing for ongoing farming requirements we also provide advice to assist rural producers meet their operating goals. This role will be based at our Meeniyan store. The applicant should be enthusiastic, well presented, possess excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate previous experience in servicing the agricultural sector in a retail environment. Answering to the Store Manager they will work as part of a team in servicing clients, managing inventory levels and maintaining overall store presentation. A current drivers license is a requirement and a fork lift licence would be an advantage. The successful applicant will need to ensure the highest level of customer service is maintained by themselves at all times. Working hours are Monday to Friday as well as every alternate Saturday morning. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the right applicant. This is an opportunity to join a growing business focusing on assisting our rural clients meet their farming goals. Applications in writing will close 2nd December 2015 and are to be directed to: Mr Luke Johnston Brown Wigg PO Box 9272 SALE, Vic., 3850 luke.johnston@brownwigg.com.au
Enquiries to Luke Anthony, Risk and Procurement Coordinator on (03) 5662 9200. Applications for the above role close Friday 4 December 2015 at 5pm. Please refer to our website www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au for a position description and further information on how to apply.
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St Joseph’s Primary School Korumburra
TEACHER – 1.0 FTE Full time position for 2016
Apply in writing or by email to: The Practice Manager 50 Radovick Street Korumburra 3950 Or nsmith@korumburramedical.com.au Applications close 1st December 2015
We are looking for a highly motivated and reliable individual to join our busy team as an Administration Assistant. The position offered is 3 days per week, 9.30am to 4.30pm, between our Foster and Korumburra offices. Days are negotiable. We are looking for someone with experience using Quickbooks but this is not essential as onsite training will be given. Good organisational skills and confidence to work unsupervised are essential. Accounts Payable and Receivable, Data Entry, Purchase Orders, Reconciliation, Stock Control and Reception duties are all part of the daily tasks. If you believe you have the motivation and skills we are looking for, please forward your resumé and references to: The Manager, PO Box 316, Korumburra 3950. Applications will be accepted until the close of business on Friday, December 4, 2015.
Role Description/Criteria Applicants must be able to demonstrate capabilities in the following areas: • Inquiry learning • Positive behaviour management • Highly skilled in literacy and numeracy pedagogy • VIT registered • Accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School
Please email a letter of application and resumé including the names and contact details of three phone referees to principal@sjkorumburra.catholic.edu.au
Korumburra Medical Centre is seeking an experienced Diabetes Nurse Educator for a permanent Part time position. Working as part of a small multi-disciplinary team, you will provide expert delivery of safe and effective evidence based clinical care and effective education to people with diabetes. About the role: • Oversee the identification and the development of diabetes educational resources • Individual and group education and counselling sessions for people with diabetes and their families reflective of best practice • Liaising with the multi-disciplinary health care team to achieve individualised patient outcomes in diabetes care The Ideal Candidate: • Tertiary qualifications in Diabetes Education with Credentialed diabetes educator status • AHPRA registration • Demonstrated clinical experience that will ensure the provision of a comprehensive diabetes education service • Well developed understanding of adult education learning principles, presentation skills and group education • Demonstrated ability to work independently • Australian permanent residency, or Australian or New Zealand citizenship • The successful candidate is required to provide a current police record check, working with children check and must be a holder of a current Victorian Driver's licence
ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
St Joseph’s Primary School requires an enthusiastic teacher to work in our Grade 2/3 Classroom beginning Term 1 2016.
The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to work as part of a vibrant and dynamic team of educators in a supportive team environment. Graduates are welcome to apply.
DIABETES EDUCATOR
at its Pound Creek site This role includes some Saturday work and public holidays. The successful applicant will need to be physically fit, productivity focused, highly organised and accurate with their work. Previous experience in forklifts, warehousing/logistics would be advantageous. Own transport is required. Please email l.townley@freshzest.com.au for an application form or ring (03) 5674 5575 for more information Applications close COB 11/12/15
Applications close Friday 4th December 2015 with interviews to be held the week of the 7th December 2015.
Gippsland Centre against Sexual Assault (GCASA) has an exciting opportunity available based in Morwell, Gippsland. This is a result of organisational growth and moving into a purpose built multidisciplinary centre (MDC). GCASA is funded to provide crisis intervention, individual counselling and group work, professional consultation, community education and community development activities throughout the Gippsland region. All positions come with a competitive, above award package.
MDC Administration / Reception 0.6 FTE / 5 days a week We are seeking a highly skilled person that will provide reception skills consistent with our organisational values of respect, empowerment and dignity within our multidisciplinary team including Victoria Police and Child Protection. The role will involve administration skill at an advanced level and is reportable to the Administration Manager. This is a newly created role within the organisation. GCASA is an equal opportunity employer, with a staff group representative of our diverse community. Position descriptions can be obtained by visiting our website www.gcasa.org.au or by emailing mail@gippscasa.org Enquiries: Laura Carson, Administration Manager on 5134 3922. Applications close at 5pm on Monday 7th December 2015. Wismolobor irit lorperci
Real Estate Property Manager Mirboo North Stockdale & Leggo Mirboo North is currently seeking applications for a real estate property manager to join our agency. The successful applicant will be a motivated and determined professional with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with their clients. They will also display a passion for the real estate industry and be able to demonstrate their: • Focus on ethics and integrity • Outstanding communication skills • Team orientation. Must be able to work some weekends and must have a current driver’s licence. Must also be competent working with relevant computer systems (experience with RP office/Macpro an advantage). Please direct application or enquiries to Jason Harris 5662 5800 or email jharris@stockdaleleggo.com.au. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
South Gippsland Therapy Centre
RECEPTIONIST South Gippsland Therapy Centre in Leongatha is a busy multi-discipline alternative health clinic, offering a range of therapies and fitness classes with the aim of helping our customers to feel the best they can naturally. Our clinic currently has an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, friendly and enthusiastic full time Receptionist (35-40 hours) to join our busy team. This is not your typical reception role so you will never be bored! Not only does the role involve general reception duties including answering phones, scheduling appointments and processing payments, you will also be the central person for all the administration tasks that arise. To be successful for this role, you must have a warm and caring personality, strong customer service and inter-personal skills, have the ability to work flexible hours, excellent administration and computer skills, knowledge of XERO, Cliniko, payroll an advantage. The role is full time, but the possibility of job-share part-time/casual may be negotiable for the perfect individual. To be part of our friendly, dynamic and rewarding team, or for a position description, please contact Marsha marsha@sgtc.com.au. Applications close 01/12/2015.
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agistment
garage sales
AGISTMENT WANTED Urgent agistment or lease wanted for quiet cows and calves. Ph: 5668-7234.
for rent
ROAD MANTENANCE PATROLMAN REQUIRED Fulton Hogan is currently looking for an experienced patrolman for road maintenance works along highways and rural roads across West and South Gippsland. The role will be based out of our Leongatha depot with duties including pot hole patching, sign repair and general road maintenance works. To be successful you must: • Have road maintenance experience • Hold a Construction Induction card • Hold a heavy rigid truck licence • Hold a traffic management ticket (advantageous) • Pass a police check and pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening
2016 2015 TRAINEESHIP TRAINEESHIP Cert III Sport Sport & & Recreation Recreation Commencing January 2016 Commencing January 2015 Job description descriptioncan canbebe obtained obtained by by phoning GabeWindsor Windsor 5662 phoning Gabe onon 03 03 5662 43334333 Forward letter of of application applicationalong along with Forward letter with CVCV to: to: windsor.gabe.m@edumail.vic.gov.au gwindsor@leonsec.vic.edu.au or or Leongatha Secondary College, Leongatha Secondary College Private Bag 1, 1, Leongatha Leongatha3953 3953
Applications close 2, 2015 2014 Applications close December December 1,
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TREE WORKER/ROAD MANTENANCE PATROLMAN REQUIRED Fulton Hogan is currently looking for an experienced tree worker/ patrolman for tree trimming and road maintenance works along highways and rural roads across West and South Gippsland. The role will be based out of our Morwell depot with duties including tree trimming works and general routine road maintenance works. To be successful you must: • Have tree trimming road maintenance experience • Have chainsaw operation experience • Hold a Construction Induction card • Hold a heavy rigid truck licence • Hold a traffic management ticket (advantageous) • Pass a police check and pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screening To apply please go to www.fultonhogancareers.com.au and search for job number 495678.
EXPERIENCED DENTAL ASSISTANT WANTED Great opportunity to join the Miners’ Dental Clinic in Wonthaggi • Modern, long established community focused dental practice • Diversity of roles with opportunity for further development • Happy, supportive, family friendly work environment • Good remuneration • Long term employment offered for 3-5 days/week (negotiable) Please call (03) 5672 1948 for further enquiries or email your resumé to mfsdental@outlook.com
LATROBE COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE
Board Audit & Risk Committee Independent Member
HOSPITALITY STAFF Cook / Cook (Part time) Food Services Assistant (Casual) Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We are searching for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our hospitality team. If you are a team player with excellent interpersonal skills call us now for a position description. Applications close 5pm Monday 7 December 2015 All enquiries and applications to: Rebecca Lazaroo, Hotel Services Coordinator T: 03 5682 0800 E: rebecca.lazaroo@promcountryagedcare.com.au
Latrobe Community HeaIth Service (LCHS) is one of the largest independent community health services in Victoria and delivers a range of community based health and support services Gippsland wide. The LCHS Board Audit & Risk Committee role is to: • Review the reporting of financial information, and • Oversee risk management, internal control, compliance and internal and external audit activities. Applications are sought from appropriately experienced persons for one vacancy on the Committee. The term of office will be 2 years. Closing date for applications is 5pm Thursday 3 December 2015.
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CAR BOOT SALE LEONGATHA CROQUET CLUB (Leongatha Recreation Reserve)
20 Horn Street Leongatha
Saturday November 28
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28
9am Sausage Sizzle & Stalls
8am - 4pm Variety of stuff 2 HOUSEHOLDS All priced to sell
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LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER WANTED To assist with the care of an elderly lady. Must be honest, clean and reliable. Excellent working conditions. For more details phone 0429 388 587 (evenings preferred)
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$10 per boot 0412 187 608 or 5668 9207
HUGE GARAGE SALE SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28 9am - 4pm
MARDAN HALL Coulters Road, Mardan Local families have got together to sell household items, collectables, toys, garden, farm, tools, antiques, and lots, lots more. Sausage sizzle With monies raised to support Women’s Cancer & Peter McCallum Inst.
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For further information please contact Mr Ben Leigh, Chief Executive Officer, on 5136 5411. South Gippsland Shire Council
Business Systems Officer • Ongoing Full Time • Fortnightly rostered day off available
SHOWROOM SALES CONSULTANT A Sales Consultant is required for our Wonthaggi showroom to advise and assist clients in the purchase of Capeview Building Products. Duties include: • Customer service and advice • Coordinating installation of showroom products • Preparation of quotes and sales orders • Maintaining showroom presentation You will have excellent customer service abilities, articulate communication skills and a high standard of personal presentation. Experience in kitchen, security door and shower screen sales would be an advantage. Applicants should have competent computer skills with the ability to learn in house programs. Applications close on Friday 4th December 2015 and should be addressed to: Mark Warren, Capeview Building Products, PO Box 115 Wonthaggi 3995 Or Email mark.warren@cv-bp.com.au
Newhaven College, an independent co-educational school on Phillip Island, offers quality education for students from Prep to Year 12. We require an experienced finance professional to perform various book-keeping and administrative tasks in order to facilitate and implement the effective day to day procedures of the Business Office. For a position description visit www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au/employment Please email applications to amanda.bill@newhavencol.vic.edu.au Applications close Saturday 28 November 2015
Most photos that appear in The Star can be purchased by calling 5662 2294.
GARAGE SALE 18 NORVIEW DRIVE LEONGATHA Saturday, November 28 8am Furniture, camping gear, tools, exercise equipment, household & kitchen items, wooden crates & vintage suitcases, collectables, home decor & art, wedding & party items, craft supplies & fabric, DVDs, plants & gardening items. EFTPOS/Credit Card facilities available
GARAGE SALE 50 KUHNES ROAD MARDAN 10 mins from Leongatha and Mirboo North
Saturday, November 28 8.30am until 3pm Tools, farm, household, kitchen, outdoor items, furniture, kids toys and clothes (cheap kids stalls), fishing gear, Holden car parts.
No early birds!
CLEARING SALE 2620 Grand Ridge Road Hallston SATURDAY NOVEMBER 28 10am Assorted household goods and sundries Elders Rural Services 5658 1894
livestock BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762. POLL DORSET and Border Leicester rams, flock registered, Bruccellosis accredited, well bred from established stud. Can deliver from $180. 0428356376.
message of hope HOSEA 6:1 Come and let us return to the Lord. Without God your life is meaningless. If you have drifted away, He is calling you back!
used vehicles
• $95,969 total salary package
Finance and Administrative Services Officer (0.8)
garage sales LEONGATHA 3 Milne Street, Saturday, November 28, 8am - 6pm. Big variety inc. plants, books, clothes. Fundraiser for animals.
Enquiries to Fred Huitema, Manager Operations on (03) 5662-9100. Applications for the above roles close Friday 4 December 2015 at 5pm.
Affordable cars at drive away prices
Please refer to our website www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au for a position description and further information on how to apply.
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SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804
Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay. All on road costs paid.
FATIGUE CERTIFICATE TRAINING (2010A & 3063A)
Saturday 5th December 2015 LEONGATHA VIC 3953 Email operations@globalaccreditation.com.au or call 03 5874 3814 to book in!
wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.
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marriage celebrant PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181
Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com
births SAARIO (Jans) Congratulations to Matthew and Pauline on the safe arrival of Caitlin Maria on 16.11.15 at Leongatha hospital, a sister for Jayden and Abbie. A granddaughter for Jean and Charles Saario. A niece for Robert, Christine, Andrew, Katherine and Travis, Melissa and Jock, Jessica, David. A cousin for Alistair, Tamsyn.
in memoriam CAFARELLA - Thomas. 8.1.29 - 23.11.01 Thoughts, memories and the wonderful legacy you left are infinite ripose in pace.
Dancers dazzle FAMILY and friends gathered at St Laurence school hall in Leongatha for the annual Care 2 Dance concerts over the weekend. Students performed a variety of dance styles, exploring the evolution of dance from the 1950s to today, across two stellar performances on Saturday and Sunday evenings. Dance school principal Bronwyne Kalos said the concerts were a fantastic opportunity to showcase the pieces learnt throughout the year. “It was a sensational show. It is a huge effort but it was fantastic and well worth it to see
Dani, Rebekah and Walter, and Joshua. xxxxx POLLOCK - Bill. 14.6.40 - 24.11.95 Fondly remembering our very special brother who passed away twenty years ago. Stuart Storr, Jenkins, and families.
Dianne all our
REILLY - Michael. Remembering you is easy, it’s missing you that is hard. Love always, your family. TROTMAN - Lorna. 24.11.2014 Gran a year has passed and I miss you more now than the days that have gone before. Jodie, Ian, Kasey.
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deaths HAMS - Helen. There are many words I could try to say how much our friendship meant to me, but really thank you. To Travis, Kent, Bree and families, your memories are many. Our thoughts are with you all. Pat and family.
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Spotlight on senior class: back, from left, principal Bronwyne Kalos, Janie Gordon, Lauren Baudinette, Adam Turner and Georgia Riseley, with front, from left, Ash Goss, Helena Brew and Poppy Trewin made up the senior performance class at the Care 2 Dance concerts on the weekend.
Locals feel for Paris Toilets create change
FOLLOWING recent terrorist attacks in France’s crown jewel of Paris, people across the world have expressed grief for the bloodshed in the historical city.
Your loving wife Connie and family. CARTER - Paul. 13.09.1946 - 25.11.2013 Paul we think of you every day and take comfort that you are in Heaven. A loving husband, treasured friend and caring father. A thing of beauty is a joy forever: Its loveliness increases; it will never pass into nothingness; but still will keep a bower quiet for us, and a sleep full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing. John Keats. With all our love,
all the students up on stage,” she said. The concerts marked the eighth year of Care 2 Dance classes in Leongatha.
Beloved city: Fish Creek’s Daniel Ryan spent September in Paris for Fashion Week and said he was “heartbroken” to have heard of the recent terrorist attacks.
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Fish Creek’s Daniel Ryan found himself in Paris mere months ago for Paris Fashion Week. The celebrity stylist was no stranger to the city, having travelled there many times before. Having watched the horrific story unfold from the other side of the world, Mr Ryan said it was heartbreaking to see the city of love in terror.
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“I go to Paris every year and I will never stop going. Paris represents everything I adore on this planet: love, light, fashion, style and magic,” he said. “No one can ever steal Paris’ magic. No one can ever turn out its light.” Koonwarra’s Carol and Peter Evans own an apartment in Paris, their second home, and were relieved to hear their friends were safe as the news broke. “The attacks were isolated and did not affect the main parts of the city,” Mr Evans said. “All of our friends are fine. We were anxious however this is not the first time terrorist attacks have happened in Paris and they could happen anywhere.” The Evanses have owned their Parisian apartment since the late ’70s when they had business in the City of Love. “We go back once a year whenever the apartment is not being rented by others,” Mr Evans said. “The incredible thing is the day after the attacks we received three phone calls from people who wished to rent out the apartment. The people of France, and of Paris in particular, will always recover.” Mr Evans said the city’s rich history keeps them going back every year. “The whole of Paris is a museum, the buildings cannot be altered and there are no high rises. Every street in Paris has something beautiful about it. And then there are the exhibitions, museums, concerts and fantastic restaurants. Every season in Paris is beautiful,” he said.
Deck the hall: beat the Christmas shopping rush now by visiting the liquidation sale at Memorial Hall, Leongatha. From left, Stacey Redmond of Jean Depot and Shirleyanne Wright of Shan’s Lingerie stand with some heavily discounted stock. Panthers Mensland is also on site for the perfect stocking filler for him this Christmas. The sale is on all week until Saturday.
HUMANITARIAN campaigner Joanna Haasjes promoted World Toilet Day in Leongatha last week. World Toilet Day aims to provide funding for sanitation in developing countries where adequate clean water and proper sewage is scarce. The foundation works to help the 2.5 billion people who are without clean sanitation. Ms Haasjes took to the streets of Leongatha to spread information about the cause. “Sanitation is such a ba-
sic concept that we take for granted, yet so many people go without it,” she said. Passers-by were encouraged to donate to Water Aid, the foundation responsible for providing sanitation and toilet units in schools. “I used to be a teacher and I believe education to be so important. If a child in a developing country dies from a simple disease like diarrhoea it is such a terrible waste,” Ms Haasjes said. She also gave out campaigner cards and toilet paper for the Use for power, Send a flower campaign.
The campaign is a petition to be sent to parliament calling for the Federal Government to provide international aid to regions without sanitation. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent will be accepting cards and flowers from donors across South Gippsland this Friday at McIndoe Park. From there he will then go on to present donations to Minister for Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop. Cards can be deposited at the New Beginnings Christian Bookshop on Bair Street, Leongatha.
Aiding sanitation: from left, Joanna Haasjes shows Marion Haw information about World Toilet Day at Leongatha IGA last Wednesday. Ms Haw donated money to the Water Aid toilet.
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Beers topple Vales for title win The Beers took out the grand final of the Leongatha Basketball Association winning the title from Vales.
A comfortable win: the Beers defeated the Vales despite Vales getting a better start. Front row from left, the Beers, Sam Edwards, Julian Patterson, Mitch Green, Josh McGannon, Tye McGannon, Matt Edwards, Michael Green and Lucas Byrnes. Back row from left, Vales, Vinnie Monaghan, Jayden Hohmann, Morgan Fisher, Matt Winderlich, Alex Scholte, Dylan Muir and Pat Monaghan.
B Grade Men MVP: Mark Stephens won the B Grade Men’s MVP.
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
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Top referees: senior referee of the season Cathy Govers with her junior counterpart, Stacey Gilliam.
B Grade Men: Burra won against Multiples. Front row from left, Burra, Brendan Fowles, Alex Dixon, Chris Ogilvy, Troy Stephenson, Cale Schwennesen and Mark Stephens. Back row from left, Multiples, Dayn Bentvelzen, Leo Enter, Andrew Dunn, Marcus Luscombe, Travis Bergmeier and Scott Morrison.
Under 10 Boys: Black had a hard fought win against Royal Blue in the Under 10 Boys grand finals. Front row from left, Black, coach Jack Dunn, Rhett Hume, Finn Dunn, Toby Russell, Burke Vander Zalm, Fletcher McLennan and Nathan Wright. Back row from left, Royal Blue, coach Marsha Livingstone, Zac Evans, Archie Fixter, Hugh Livingstone, Nathan Occhipinti and Rem Dal Pozzo. Left, Under 10 Girls: the Under 10 Girls grand final was won by Gold defeating Red 9 points to 8 in overtime. The winners, Gold, are front row from left, coach Dayna Andrews, Alice Hutchinson, Sophie Kreutzberger, Sienna Goldsmith, Anika Grabham-Andrews, Grace Guy and Amy Treacy. Runners-up, Red, back row from left, Sienna Matheson, Ashlyn Matheson, Remy Jans, Skye Munro, Devinaty Thompson, Madeline Herbert and coach Colleen Herbert. Left, Under 12 Boys: Green came flying home to win the Under 12 Boys grand final against Red. Front row from left, Green, MVP Jesse Burns, Mitch McGannon, Bodie Hinds, Jett Clark, James Ferguson, Will Croatto, Ryan Treacy and coach Tamara Treacy. Back row from left, Red, coach Vinnie Monaghan, Jesse Helms, Fletcher Moon, Lucas Vander Zalm, Tom Burt, Jash Smith, Will Brown and Beau Grabham-Andrews.
Under 17 Boys MVP: Nathan Trotto won the Under 17 boys MVP.
Under 14 Girls MVP: Stacey Gilliam won the Under 14 Girls MVP award.
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Under 17 Girls: Purple won the 17 and Under Girls grand final against Pink. Purple, front row from left, Kelly Geary, Jasmine McJames-Court, Jesseme Arnason, Ella Findlay, Hannah Potter, Emily Adams and Abbey Ennoss. Back row from left, Pink, coach Jorja Markley, Toni Brand, Alana Arnason, Brittany Deering, Aliza Courtney. Absent: Breeana Hohmann. Caysie Clark was unavailable for the grand final.
Under 17 Boys: Red defeated Green in an entertaining Under 17 boys final, 48 to 43. Red, front row from left, coach Sue Marshall, Harrison, Nathan Trotto, Alfie Herbert, Bailey, Eldon Westaway and Tom. Back row from left, Green, Lachie Smith, Tyler, Vinnie Monaghan, Sam, Mitchell and coach Paddy Monaghan.
Under 14 Girls: Green won the Under 14 girls grand final against Silver 20 points to12. Front row from left, Green, coach Mandy Gilliam, Kelsea Schnoor, Brylie Dyer, Alice Reid, Stacey Gilliam, Sharli Hames and Tanya Turvey. Back row from left, Silver, Belle GrabhamAndrews, Jaime Findlay, Kaitlyn Funnell, Brienna Lavis, Alahna Arnason, Chloe Nielsen, Katie Calder and coach Bec Arnason. Women: the Reps defeated Shamrocks in a thriller in the Women’s grand final. The Reps, front row from left, Kate Browne, Veronica Hanily, Paula Holt, Claire Hutchinson, Marsha Livingstone, Trina Fidler, Shelley Fixter, Kath Reid and Sally Trease. Shamrocks, back row from left, Angela Guirados, Karyn Aldridge, Casandra McRae, Lisa McAliece, Andrea Pearce, Sam Murfutt, and Michelle Andrews.
Under 12 Girls: Silver 22 defeated Navy 17 in the Under 12 Girls grand final. Front row from left, Silver, coach Melissa Hume, Piper Goldsmith, Kinesha Anderson, Ruby Adkins, Milla Fixter, Lily Hume, Alannah Reid and Jade Kenny. Back row from left, Navy, Phoebe Hinds, Sharni Campbell, Makenzi Gourlay, Georgia Challis, Zara Kreutzberger, Ella Littlejohn, Tahia Arnason and coach Bec Arnason.
Under 14 Boys: Gold won the Under 14 boys grand final against White. Gold, front row from left, coach Bree Littlejohn, Stuart Bright, Nicholas Bongers, Jamieson Soumilas, Ethan Lamers, Kaelen Littlejohn, Mitch McGrath, Tom Burt and Darcy Hume. Back row from left, White, coach Geof Forrester, Corey Dunn, Dylan Hanily, Riley Drysdale, Alex Battersby, Ryan Giliam, Jacob Wrigley and Matt Fowkes.
Leongatha Small Bore Rifle Club RESULTS for 2015 TRV 50m Bench Pennant.
Under 12 Girls MVP: from left, Piper Goldsmith won the encouragement award sponsored by Burchell Panels and Under 12 Girls MVP Milla Fixter.
Section D - Round 10 Frankston B 715.020 defeated by Leongatha 716.021; Sale B 712.016 bye; and Mildura C 725.022 bye. The best shooter for round 10 was Peter Anderson (Sale B) scoring 248.013. Ladder: 32 Frankston B, 32 Mildura C, 28 Sale B, 20 Leongatha. We shoot Wednesday nights at 8pm at the rifle club on the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. Any inquiries please call Rob Spratt on 5664 2358.
Korumburra volleyball A Grade: Golliwogs defeated Bugs (2:0) 25:23, 25:20, 18:17; Giants defeated Warriors (2:1) 25:19, 25:17, 13:15.
B Grade: HELP defeated Shark Bait (3:0) 25:20, 25:15, 25:16; Chargers defeated Gems (3:0) 25:18, 25:17, 25:16; Panthers defeated French Toast Mafia (3:0) 25:10, 25:2, 25:5. Semi final draw: A Grade. Semi final1: show court, 7.30pm, Golliwogs versus Warriors (1st referee, Keith Jenkins, 2nd referee, Warriors/Giants ), one linesman and one scorer from Bugs and Giants. Semi final 2: show court, no
earlier than 8.35pm, Bugs versus Giants (1st referee, Keith Jenkins, 2nd referee, Russell Brown), one linesman and one scorer from Golliwogs and Warriors. Semi final draw: B Grade. Semi 1: show court two, 7.30pm, Panthers versus Chargers (1st referee, Tom Saario, 2nd referee, HELP/Odds on Black), one linesman and one scorer from HELP and Odds on Black. Semi final 2: show court two, no earlier than 8.35pm, HELP versus Odds on Black (1st referee, Tom Saario, 2nd referee, Panthers/Chargers), one linesman and one scorer from Panthers and Chargers.
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SPORT | GOLF Leongatha WITH the course recovering from the coring of the greens and dethatching of the fairways earlier in the week there was no midweek competition golf this week. By Saturday the course had recovered remarkably well and a small field enjoyed very good conditions considering the work that had been carried out earlier in the week. Bruce Hutton had a very creditable 38 points to take the honours in the daily comp. NTPs were Ken Wardle on the fourth hole, Gerry Carcour on the seventh and Peter Walsh on the 16th. DTL balls were awarded to Noel Johnson, Peter Walsh, Gerry Carcour, Merv Stubbs, Ken Wardle and Will Norden. The Annual Tournament held over the previous week was a huge success due in no small part to the support and generosity of the many sponsors who contributed to the success of the week. The club’s Christmas dinner and presentation night will be held on Friday, December 4. Please book in early so catering arrangements can be made.
Mirboo North THURSDAY results: Competition: Stableford. November 19:
Meeniyan CONGRATULATIONS to Meeniyan’s Star Medallist for 2015 Winston Reilly. Saturday was a stroke event with A Grade going to J. Wilson (19) with 71 net, on a count back from W. Bullock (16). The winner of B Grade, also on a countback, was L. Hemphill (28) from P. Hutcheson (23) – both with a net 70.
Day winner: George Telford (17) 43 points. DTLs: Chris Long 42, Connor Williams 40, Mal Payne 39 and Wayne Reynolds 37. NTP sixth: Dave Woodall. Saturday results: Competition: stroke final round club championships. November 21: Day winner (A Grade): Jeff Hughes (16) 67 net. Winner B Grade: Scott Blencowe (29) 69 net. DTLs: Joe Kus 69, Ian Evison 71 C/B, Jake Smith 71C/B and Stuart Henning 71 C/B. Second shot NTP first hole: Terry Bradshaw. NTP Fourth: Jeff Hughes. Sixth: Scott Blencowe. 13th: Simon McInnes. 16th: Doug Taylor 2015 Club Championship Scores: A Grade Scratch: Jake Smith (3), 236 strokes for three rounds. A Grade Handicap: Ian Evison (12), 217 net for three rounds. B Grade Scratch: Joe Kus (13), 255 strokes for three rounds. B Grade Handicap: Joe Kus (13), 216 net for three rounds. C Grade Scratch: Ian Blencowe (21), 296 strokes for three rounds. C Grade Handicap: The NTP went to W. Reilly and the pro pin to W. Bullock. The member’s draw was unclaimed by an absent N.S Haw. Tuesday was whisky day and the winner was G. Hughes (21) with a net 64. Runner up was R. Hannay (26) with 65. Best nine went to R. McGeary whilst J. Cusack took out the NTP.
thestar.com.au Scott Blencowe (30), 216 net for three rounds. Veterans Scratch: Bevan Pinner (11), 165 strokes for two rounds. Veterans Handicap: Chris Bracecamp (20), 141 net for two rounds. Next week is Sponsors Day - Four Person Ambrose.
Mirboo North ladies GRANNIES Day and Monthly Medal: Winner Monthly Medal: Sue Traill, Net 69 C/B. Grannies Day Scratch winner: Maree Thompson, 82. Grannies Day Handicap winner: Sue Traill, net 69. Non Grannies Day H/Cap winner: Wendy Gervasi, 73 net C/B. NTP: Sixth hole: Maree Thompson. 13th hole: Wendy Gervasi. 16th hole: Sue Traill. Putting: Wendy Gervasi, 25 putts.
Wonthaggi ON Saturday November 21, we played the second round of our club championships with a field of 106. A Grade winner was M. Scott 70 net, B Grade G. Linguey 67 net and C Grade J. Redman 67 net. Thursday’s stableford event became a family day as the winner and the runner up were R. McGeary (13), with 41 points, and M. McGeary (34) with 38. The best nine went to R. Hannay whilst the NTPs went to R. McGeary and J. Hyett.
Balls down the line went to 75 net. Nearest the pins: 2nd B. Clark, 8th P. Schultz, 13th J. Sartori, 17th D. Green. Sunday saw the semi finals played in which M. Scott defeated D. Crellin and I. Baker defeated D. Green in the open. A Minor: K. Bayley d M. Stanes and P. Schultz d R. Vanagtmaal. B Grade: P. Davies d N. Burne and G. Crawford d J. Grenville. C Grade: J. Geyer d D. Mackie and B. O’Halloran d B. Howard. D Grade: J. Davies d J. Redman and K. Green d R. Chubb. Next Sunday is our club championship finals and I hope you all come to watch some great golf: 9am M. Scott v I. Baker, 9.10am K. Bayley v P. Schultz, 11am P. Davies v G. Crawford, 11.10am J. Geyer v B. O’Halloran, 11.20am J. Davies v K. Green. The course was magnificent and to all of our members who played, well done. Good luck to all of our finalists next week and presentations will occur at 4pm.
Meeniyan medallist: Winston “Winno” Reilly was Meeniyan’s Star Medallist for 2015.
THE South Gippsland Veterans Golf Association held its Annual Championship Event on Thursday, November 12, at Cowes Golf Course. The weather was favourable and the course in great
condition. The winners of the Stroke event were: A Grade Stroke Kevin Flett (Foster) 80/8/72 A Grade Hcp Stuart Hamilton (Phillip Island) 85/15/70 B Grade Stroke Pat Garry (Phillip Island) 84/19/65 B Grade Hcp Laurie Down-
ward (Phillip Island) 88/20/68 C Grade Stroke John Mahony (Phillip Island) 96/23/73 C Grade Hcp Tom Jacobson (Phillip Island) 102/33/69 Over 80’s Champion John Watt (Phillip Island) 92/22/70 Player of the Year Kevin Bayley (Wonthaggi).
Top golfer: South Gippsland Veterans Golf Association president Peter Horman (left) and secretary John Monk (right) with Player of the Year Kevin Bayley (centre).
Korumburra THERE were 51 players on Saturday, November 21 for a par competition, with trophies by Neil Spargo. A Grade: S. Hislop (11 hcp) +1. B Grade: D. Hislop (25 hcp) +3 on countback M. Deleeuw +3, W. Thomson +3, M. Webb +2, S. Osboldstone +2, D. Gow +1, R. Hamill +1, D. Twite +1, I. Dixon +1. Nearest the pin: 1st J. Wilson, 7th R. Crawford, 10th S. Osboldstone, 13th N. Ladgrove. Tuesday’s winner was N. Ladgrove 41 pts, and Thursday’s winner was N. Perks 38 pts.
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Family victory: from left, Marilyn and Bob McGeary celebrate their win with runners up Reg Hannay and John Hyett.
Phillip Island star in championship
THE beautiful weather brought with it some great scores for our Star Medallist play-off and our winner was Pauline Lancaster with 70 net. Pauline also won the B Grade daily event and the A Grade winner was Shirley Thomas with 73 net. C Grade winner was Lois Young with 69 net. Balls down the line went to Marg Tuckett - 70 net, Elsie McBride - 72 net and Fay Maynard with 73 net. Next week will be an American Foursomes Stableford event. Don’t forget presentation night on Friday, November 27, and on Sunday, November 29, a four-ball mixed medley will be played for closing day, followed by the Annual General Meeting. Please come along.
Richie Beecroft 4BBB winners: from left, Judy Webb and Lee Clements won the scratch and Marg Young and Lyn McIvor were the handicap winners.
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THE course and weather were fine for the annual Richie Beecroft 4 BBB Stroke last Wednesday. Eleven pairs contested the event with a group of six players making good time at the end of the field. The Scratch winners (for the third year) were Judy Webb (22) and Lee Clements (13) with a steady 82 gross and the handicap winners were Lynette McIvor (21) and Marg Young (25) with a stunning 60 net. The runners up in the day’s event were Julie Brannaghan (23) and Heather Grist (22) with a nice 63 net. There were some other
Meeniyan ladies ON Wednesday, November 18, the ladies played off for the Star Medallist, and Stroke and Putting for the rest of the field. The sponsor for the day was Andrea Thorson. Winner of A Grade and the Star Medallist was Heather
very good scores and six girl’s cards were handicapped at the end of the day. Nearest the pin winners were Lee Clements (first), Carie Harding (seventh) and Kath Welsh (13th). On Saturday six girls played Stableford in very mild conditions with Lee Clements (13) having the best score of 37 points and Jenny Blackmore (39) being the runner up on 35points. Nearest the pins were won by Lynette McIvor on the first and Carie Harding on the 10th. Lady members are asked to forward trophies to Judy Webb by this Wednesday, in preparation for the presentation afternoon on December 2.
Also please see Betty Thomson with money and Kris Kringle for our Break Up dinner on Thursday, December 10. Scott Adams has been running lessons on a Sunday afternoon over the last couple of months, these will recommence in early February. From now on until about February there will be a signup timesheet in the foyer for the Wednesday competitions. If you forget to sign up or can’t travel up to put your name down, you can phone the club to enter a competition. If you need to scratch from playing please inform all members of your group.
Poletti (19) with a great score of 69 Net. Winner of B Grade was Jan Roberts (35) with a score of 73 net. Best nine went to Veronica Park (15) with a score of 33.5 net. DLB: Sue Hoskin (24)
with 73 net Jenny Cope (41) 75 net, and Faye Le Page (20) 75 net. Winner of the nine hole competition was Gail Browne (45) 43.5. Putting went to Irene Holm with 29 Putts.
Ladies winners: from left, Wonthaggi Golf Club’s B Grade winner Anne Poulton with A Grade winner Anne Tschiderer.
Wonthaggi ladies
WHILE a large contingent of Wonthaggi’s lady members were away playing at Lakes Entrance, the club welcomed two members from Leongatha Marg Berry and Wendy Parker. The pair joined Wonthaggi Club on the day to help give them a field divided into two grades for a game of stableford. The round of the day was carded by Anne Poulton (34)
38 points, a great score to win B Grade. A Grade was won by Annie Tschiderer with a lovely (16) 36 points with a chip-in save on the 18th and a great shot on the second to take home the NTP prize. NTP on the tricky 17th with a great shot was Susan Jagoe, while Marg Berry showed she can play Wonthaggi’s eighth with a lovely shot to take home the pro pin golf balls.
Birdies on the day were made by our two visitors Wendy Parker and Marg Berry and Jan Jeeves with a great three on the fifth hole (three for four points.) BDL: A. Poulton 38, A. Tschiderer 36, S. Jagoe 35, C. Bolding 34, S. Piasente 34, J. Beaumont 33 and J. Loughran 33 Next week the club will journey to Warragul for the challenge cup. Good luck everyone.
Star medallist: the winner, with a score of 70 net, was Pauline Lancaster.
Superb effort: from left, Meeniyan’s Jan Roberts was the winner of B Grade and Veronica Park scored the best nine.
Impressive: Heather Poletti was Meeniyan’s Star Medallist last Wednesday.
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thestar.com.au • Allambee Mirboo & District tennis
Big win for Koony KOONY won well in Section 1 on Saturday, November 21.
Leongatha was pleased to win two men’s sets. Phillip Island was the winner against Inverloch, 10 games the winning margin. In Section 2 Longshots and Leongatha North had a close match with only two games the difference. Leongatha North is a young team and did well to win five sets. Leongatha had a win against Baromi Black. Berrys Creek had a day against Hallston. The score would have looked better had Hallston won the tiebreakers. Koony won by seven games against Outtrim. Baromi Yellow won 7/2
over Mardan. Tiebreakers were the call of the day. In Section 3 Parrots and Baromi were level on games, Parrots won by a set. Good to see Evie Dekker back on the court. Eagles lost the tiebreaker but Falcons played the steadier on the day.
Results
Section 1: Koonwarra 7.65 d Leongatha 2.47, Phillip Island 6.53 d Inverloch 3.43, Leongatha North - bye. Section 2: Koonwarra 6.57 d Outtrim 3.50, Berrys Creek 8.67 d Hallston 1.49, Baromi Yellow 7.67 d Mardan 2.51, Leongatha 5.61 d Baromi Black 4.51, Longshots 4.55 d Leongatha North 5.53, Burra Racquets - bye. Section 3: Falcons
4.43 d Eagles 3.34, Parrots 4.37 d Baromi 3.37, Hawks - bye.
Ladders Section 1 Phillip Island........................51.0 Inverloch ..............................45.0 Leongatha ............................33.5 Koonwarra ...........................32.5 Leongatha North ...................28.5 Section 2 Berrys Creek........................58.5 Koonwarra ...........................55.5 Baromi Yellow......................46.5 Outtrim ................................41.0 Baromi Black ........................40.5 Hallston .................................39.0 Longshots ..............................36.0 Mardan ..................................31.5 Leongatha..............................26.0 Burra Raquets........................24.0 Leongatha North ...................23.0 Section 3 Leongatha Falcons ..............41.5 Leongatha Parrots...............40.0 Leongatha Eagles ................31.0 Baromi ..................................29.5 Leongatha Hawks..................15.5
Hit up: from left, Ryan Hayward, Anthony Polato and Jye Gourlay had a hit at the Leongatha Tennis Club on Saturday.
Tennis pals: from left, Berrys Creek teammates Ray Pickering and Jessica Armstrong and Hallston teammates Sue Van Sinderen and Russell Trezise were up for a game at the Leongatha Tennis Club on Saturday.
• Leongatha Tennis Club
Come play in championships THE Leongatha Tennis Club will again host its Annual Club Championship event, set for Sunday, November 29.
This prestigious event is open to all Leongatha Tennis Club members and will cater for players of all abilities. The junior section of the event will begin at 9am, and the club encourages all junior players to participate in what is sure to be a fun day of tennis. The senior section of
the club championships will begin at 10am, and again all members are encouraged to turn up for a great day’s tennis in singles, doubles and mixed events. If you require a partner, organisers can arrange a suitable partner for you. There will be a delicious barbecue available to players throughout the day, and excellent trophies are up for grabs to the lucky winners. Once again, all Leongatha tennis members are urged to attend to make it a great event for everyone.
In further news at the Leongatha tennis club, many people in the community may have noticed the removal of the vegetation at the front of the tennis club, which has certainly opened the carpark up. Further works will be carried out on the carpark and kerbing to make the area look attractive, along with a few suitable plants to be established in the future. A big thanks to Brenton Williams and Jim Newton for all their efforts in this project.
Leongatha Little Athletics THIS week there were 142 athletes and three more centre records broken.
U6B: Jacoa Cameron 200m 45.91sec from Eddie Colwill with 45.96 back on 18/12/2010. U16G: Aliesha Wrigley broke her own record again in the 400m setting a new time of 1:12.24min. U16B: Ethan Bath 400m 1:02.02 from Thomas O'loughlin with 1:03.00 back on 23/10/2010. There were 193 Personal Bests achieved on the day, they were: U6B: Cohen Harrison high jump; Sam Kreutzberger 200m,60m Hurdle; Frazer Livingstone vortex; Jarrah Lowe 200m, 60m Hurdle; Jed Matheson 60m Hurdle, vortex; Liam Roberts 60m Hurdle; Blake Sherar vortex; Tyson Tumino 200m,high jump; Ryan Wight 200m. U6G: Lacy Fennell 60m Hurdle; Ruby Katz long jump; Ella Lomax 60m Hurdle; Mia Yates discus, long jump. U7B: Jake Andronaco 200m; Jacob Bolge 60m Hurdle, high jump; Jackson Commadeur 200m, 60m Hurdle, vortex; Taj Grimley 200m,vortex; Loki Heislers high jump; Clancy Jelbart 60m Hurdle, high jump; Noah McLennan 200m;Ned Sheahan vortex; Zachary Sherar 200m, 60m Hurdle, high jump. U7G: Ebony Collins 60m Hurdle, long jump; Anna Hutchinson 200m,discus,long jump; Georgia Hutchinson 200m,60m Hurdle, long jump; Madison Johnston 60m Hurdle, discus,
long jump; Georgia Lawry 200m, long jump; Willow McGannon 60m Hurdle; Tallarah Murdoch 60m Hurdle, discus; Lily Reid long jump. U8B: James Barry 60m Hurdle, long jump; Isaac Bolge long jump; Jack McNaughton long jump; Zackary Roberts 60m Hurdle; Jasper Shone 60m Hurdle; Jake Stothart long jump; Patrick Wilson long jump. U8G: Tennessee Crimp 200m; Alice Hutchinson 200m; Audrey McGannon shotput; Amber Rickard 200m; Casey Tumino 200m, shotput. U9B: Rhett Collins 800m, long jump; Mitchell Croatto 800m, shotput; Joshua Doolan 800m, long jump, shotput; Reuben Gammon 800m, shotput; Campbell Reid 800m, shotput; Casper Rhoden 800m; Thomas Sherar 800m, long jump. U9G: Cecily de Gooyer 60m Hurdle, 800m, discus, triple jump; Lydia Giles 50m; Emma Mark 50m, 60m Hurdle, 800m, discus; Ashlyn Matheson 60m Hurdle, discus, triple jump; Hannah McKeown 800m, discus, triple jump. U10B: Xavier Bolge 60m Hurdle, 400m; Scott Mackie 400m, 60m Hurdle, triple jump; Oscar Murdoch 60m Hurdle, triple jump; Tyler Roberts 400m, 60m Hurdle, triple jump. U10G: Paige Barry 60m Hurdle, triple jump; Mia Burt 400m, 60m Hurdle; Sienna Cruickshank 60m Hurdle, discus, triple jump; Isabella Grimley triple jump; Samantha Heislers 400m; Madeline Herbert 60m Hurdle, discus, triple jump; Rose Hutchinson 400m, 60m Hurdle,
discus; Stella McGannon 60m Hurdle, discus; Alannah Reid 60m Hurdle; Paige Thompson discus, triple jump;Nicolette Wight 60m Hurdle. U11B: Mitchell Bath 400m, 60m Hurdle, triple jump; Harrison Clark 400m, shotput; William Croatto 400m, 60m Hurdle; Harrisen Herbert 400m, shotput, triple jump; Jake Matheson 400m, shotput; Jacob McRae 400m, 60m Hurdle; Tyler Richards 400m. U11G: Chloe Caithness 400m; Nevada Crimp 400m, long jump; Zara Kreutzberger 400m, long jump, shotput; Abby Osborne 400m. U12B: Joshua Wight 400m, triple jump. U12G: Charli Burns 400m, long jump; Lily Caithness 400m, shotput; Sarah Doolan 400m; Molly Grimley 400m, 50m; Rebecca Mckeown 400m, 60m Hurdle. U13G: Beth Drury 100m, 400m; Talei Falkingham 400m, 50m, high jump; Merrin Giles 100m, javelin; Ella Osborne 50m; Jasmine Woods 400m, javelin. U14B: Alfred Herbert 400m, discus, long jump; Angus Ritchie 400m. U14G: Erin Clark 100m, 400m; Lettishia Hall 100m, 50m, javelin. U15B: Ethan Falkingham100m, discus; Merlin Gammon 400m, discus. U15G: Sophie Allen 400m, javelin; Jemma Caithness 400m, 50m; Sienna Falkingham 400m. U16G: Aliesha Wrigley 400m.
An exciting social event is planned early into the new year, along with the always popular junior tournament run by club coach Matthew Pockilngton at the start of the year. There is plenty happening at the Leongatha tennis club, and we are constantly encouraging new members to join up and become involved in this great club. For further enquiries on all matters contact club secretary Frank Dekker on 5668 5285.
Mirboo North & District junior tennis Results - Round 7 November 21
A Grade: Leongatha Green 6 sets, 36 games d Leongatha Blue 0 set, 18 games; Fish Creek 4 sets, 25 games d Baromi Sandstorm 2 set, 13 games; Mardan v Baromi Tornado - washout; Leongatha Red - bye. B Grade: Leongatha Limousins 5 sets, 35 games d Leongatha Angus
1 sets, 19 games; Baromi Mirage 5 sets, 33 games d Baromi Hurricane 1 sets, 19 games; Leongatha North 6 sets, 36 games d Leongatha Friesians 0 set, 7 games; Fish Creek 4 sets, 30 games d Leongatha Galloway 2 sets, 23 games; Mardan 5 sets, 31 games d Leongatha Jerseys 1 sets, 17 games; Leongatha Herefords - bye. C Grade: Leongatha
Poodles 3 sets, 19 games d Mardan 1 set, 18 games; Leongatha Terriers 2 sets, 21 games d Baromi Hornets 2 sets, 20 games; Fish Creek - bye. Just a reminder to all clubs, that junior tennis match results are required to be submitted to the score secretary by midday Sunday, failing to do so could result in penalties to the winning team.
Youth win from cycle challenge TRANSFORMING Inverloch’s main street with a sea of orange and black cycling jerseys, the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge and Festival celebrated its fifth annual event on November 14. The festival impressed cyclists, festival goers, locals and local businesses with yet another amazing edition of this much loved charity event. But local children will benefit the most. The Bass Coast Cycle Challenge and Family Festival attracted record numbers of participants from all over the region and state wide. Their many supporters, friends and families were also on hand for support and to enjoy the festival activities. This year, the event had its four fantastic cycling events, plus fun runs, BMX and skateboarding competition, a fun ride for children, bike decorating competition and other festival activities to enjoy. Proceeds from the cycling event fund in-school
On the way: cyclists leave Inverloch to take part in the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge. courses that arm the next generation with life saving road and driver knowledge. Event director Gavin Slavin believes this is a driving force behind the event’s success and ongoing support from the local community. “Proceeds from the riding event provide the opportunity for school children to receive a fantastic driver education cycling awareness program called RYDA (Rotary Youth Driver Awareness) run by a not for profit organisation Road Safety Education
Australia,” he said. “Support for this event over the past few years has enabled us to fund more than 1000 secondary school students from the South Gippsland and Bass Coast areas, to take part in the RYDA Road Safety Education, where they learn knowledge and skills they will retain for life, and pass onto others too.” The RYDA program is one of the road safety initiatives in Victoria that has contributed to the number of young people killed in road crashes falling by 48
per cent over the past decade, Mr Slavin said. Residents and businesses also believe this event is a positive one for the local community. According to entrant and resident Peter Hanley, “this year’s Bass Coast Cycle Challenge and Festival had certainly been the best. “The event manages to outdo itself every year.” The Bass Coast Cycle Challenge and Family Festival will be back in November 2016. See www. basscoastcyclechallenge. com for details.
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SPORT | BOWLS Fish Creek
THERE was an exciting finish to Tuesday Pennant with a win finally albeit by a single shot. Well done team and hopefully the good form continued yesterday against Tarwin at home. Saturday Pennant Division Five had the bye and Division Two didn’t fare very well winning one rink and losing overall fairly convincingly. We will move on to next week quickly and hopefully come away from both with wins on the board. This week’s teams: Division Two versus Inverloch at Inverloch (the bus departs the club house at 11.30am). R. McKenzie, R. Gryll, A. Kerr and M, McKenzie; R. Mortlock, R. Knight, J. Lavarda and R. Staley; and D. Christie, M. Heywood, R. Barham and Boka. Manager, R. Grylls. Division five versus Phillip Island at Phillip Island (be at club house by 10.45am). W. Stefani, N. Buckland, M. Bath and L. Heywood; K. Flanders, N. McKenzie, F. McKenzie
and M. Smith; and R. Poletti, P. Dean, C.Bell and B. Worsteling.
Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, November 18 saw 13 players on a nice night to bowl which saw six teams, five of two and one of three. It was nice to see Helen Hasty, Bert Bright, Alex Thompson and Glenys Pilkington for a night of bowls. They played three games of eight ends with six bowls. In sixth (LLD) skipper Andy Plowman and Peter Heldens; fifth (LLW) skipper Joe Occhipinti and Alex Thompson; fourth (WLD) skipper Charlie Tumic and Bert Bright. The next three teams had two wins and one loss, so it went on ends in third (WWL) 10 ends, skipper Glenys Pilkington and Mary Tumino; second (LWW) 14 ends, skipper Tony Heldens, Ian and Helen Hasty, first (WWL) 15 ends, skipper Bill Wolswinkle and Ann Plowman. Best first game Bill 12-3, second Bill 10-4, third Toni 10-14.
thestar.com.au Lucky tickets: meat, Andy; eggs, Bill, Alex; chips, Glenys; and vegies, Andrew. We hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7:30pm at Buffalo Hall.
Meeniyan
MONDAY, November 16 was Invitation Day sponsored by Leongatha RSL and NuMix with fourteen teams competing. The winner was Fish Creek skipped by Rob McKenzie with Phil Stimson’s Mirboo North team runner-up. The best last game went to a local team skipped by Max
Leongatha
TUESDAY, November 17 saw the return of ladies pennant after a short break. However, our Division 1 ladies were none the better for their break as they went to battle with the Corinella ladies at Corinella, losing 57 to 79 shots: Trish McCormack (s) lost 15 to 41 shots, Angela Hackett (s) won 21 to 18 shots and Rosa James (s) won 21 to 20 shots. Division 3 travelled to the
Brown. Our six weeks of corporate bowls pairs sees keen competition between the sixteen pairs. Many of the players are showing real promise. Tuesday, November 17 was round seven of Pennant with the Division One team at home to Wonthaggi. In a very close match the team won two rinks but went down overall 59 shots to 64. This week the team was away to San Remo to complete the first round. Saturday 21, Pennant round five was a home match for Division Two playing San
Remo. The score line was 55 shots to 84 with one rink getting the points. Division Five was away to Inverloch on its new green but found the home team too strong with the score 61 shots to 84 with one rink salvaging a draw. Next week both teams are at home with Division Two versus Mirboo North and Division Five versus Toora. A list is up for catering purposes for our Christmas breakup on Friday, December 18.
Island and won on the day by 17 shots, 53 to 36 shots: M. Jepson (s) lost 21 to 23 shots while Bev Thompson (s) won 32 to 13 shots. Round 7 on November 24 sees our Division 1 ladies at home to Phillip Island, and Division 3 will also be home to the ladies from Tarwin Lower. Wednesday, November 18 saw 10 teams on the greens for the mid week social bowls, with the winners
being B. Fisher (s) with Ollie Crouch and S. Bowman with two wins and a draw. The runners up were A. Rayson (s) with Jo Runciman and F. Sauvarin, with two wins plus 19. Saturday, November 23, what a day! We were like some AFL players, in that travelling has an effect apparently. Our Division 1 had a bad day at the Island, losing 47 to 87 shots: J. Hall (s) lost nine to 35 shots, W. Walker (s) lost 16 to 31 shots and the one reliable skippers team R. Trotman (s) won 22 to 21 shots. Division 4 also at the Island were given a lesson as they lost on the day, 56 to 84 shots: E. Thompson (s) lost 16 to 41 shots, L. Wilson (s) lost 17 to 21 shots and the reliable R. Young (s) won 23 to 22 shots. Division 3 travelled to meet San Remo and were a little unlucky going down to the San Remo lads 67 to 69 shots: I. Todd (s) won 30 to 19 shots, while L. Lancaster (s) lost 14 to 29 shots and B. Davidson (s) held on to win 23 to 21 shots. Round 6 on November 28 see Division 1 away to Wonthaggi, with Division 3 also against the Miners Wonthaggi Gold. Division 4 will travel to the Seagulls’ home to play Inverloch White. Let’s hope travelling does not come into play again. Good luck guys! Wednesday November 25 sees the monthly triples in action with a 9:30am start. BYO lunch and the sponsor for the day is Bendigo Bank. Reminder that Friday, December 4 is the next Kitty Club Tea Night. Please make sure you place your details on the list near the door of match committee room. Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.
• SOUTH GIPPSLAND BOWLING DIVISION
Ladies’ State Triples THIS event began with sectional play at Korumburra on Friday, November 6 with a dozen triples playing in three sections. A day of continuous drizzle on Korumburra’s good new green saw Robyn Dennis, Joy Brown and Marilyn Forrest (San Remo/ Inverloch) go through to the final with a bye. Wonthaggi’s Ann Green, Sue O’Connell and Ria Stewart played off in the
semi-final against Leongatha’s Trish McCormack, Rosa James and Liz Beale on Monday 16. A day of fine weather saw the semi-final winners from Leongatha play Robyn, Joy and Marilyn in the final with San Remo/Inverloch winning the event. The ladies now have a break from state events until Champion of Champions to be played at Korumburra on January 6 and 7, 2016.
Finalists: from left San Remo’s Robyn Dennis, Joy Brown and Marilyn Forrest defeated Leongatha’s Rosa James, Liz Beale and Trish McCormack in the State Ladies’ Triples.
SGBD Tuesday pennant bowls Round 6 - November 17
Division 1: Inverloch 16/88 (35 shots) d Foster -/53. (L. Luby 28 d L. Wheeler 20. C. Hughes 28 d B. Tyers 13, A. Tschiderer 32 d G. Facey 20.) Corinella 12/79 (22 shots) d Leongatha 4/57. (T. Durbridge 41 d T. McCormack 15, J. Carter 20 lt R. James 21, M. Hoy 18 lt A. Hackett 21). Phillip Island 14/72 (14 shots) d San Remo 2/58. (R. Eames 23 d R. Dennis 20, W. Braun 31 d S. Carvosso 12, D. Wagner 18 lt J. Allen-Dayle 2 6). Wonthaggi 12/64 (5 shots) d Meeniyan 4/59 (K. Simpson 24 d A. Maruzza 16, M. McBain 19 lt M. Pearson 20, A. Green 21 lt B. Dyke 23).
Division 2 (Green): San Remo 14/79 (17 shots) d Inverloch 2/62 (J. Blackwell 34 d N. Martin 16, J. Grindlay 32 d S. Phillipson 15, J. Farquhar 13 lt M. Flett 31). Loch & Dist 13/72 (4 shots) d Lang Lang 3/68 (J. Miller 33 d D. Motton 21, V. Kennedy 20 drew R. Geyer 20, G. Hume 19 lt J. Prowd 27). Phillip Island 14/76 (13 shots) d Wonthaggi 2/63 (C. Hoffman 23 d J. Kellow 20, L. Waters 30 d K. Bird 17, J. Chipperfield 23 lt R. Stewart 26). Division 2 (Gold):Tarwin 14/90 (35 shots) d Port Welshpool 2/55 (B. Martin 36 d P. Matthews 16, H. Marshall 37 d M. Mc Donald 15, H. Twite 17 lt L. McLaine 24) . Fish Creek 12/65 (1 shot) d Mirboo North 4/64 ( P. Hazeltine 26 d L. Rob-
In form: from left, despite the heat, Leongatha’s Jim Newton, Don Paterson and Mike Carnell headed out to play an excellent game of bowls on Wednesday afternoon at mid week social bowls.
Good game: Leongatha skippers Bill Fisher and Anne Lye shake hands after a tough competition on the Leongatha bowling green last Wednesday at Leongatha. erts 15, N. McKenzie 19 lt A. Plowman 25, N. Van Dyk 20 lt D. Stein 24). Korumburra 12/61 (3 shots) d Toora 4/58 (M. Goad 31 d B. Curram 18, D. Williams 16 lt R. Richardson 21, J. McVeigh 14 lt K. Barwick 19). Division 3: Korumburra 14/62 (26 shots) d Inverloch -/36 (M. Hams 23 d B. Kurrle 22, S. Martin 39 d J. Moule 14). Corinella 14/43 (6 shots) d Tarwin Lower -/37 (P. Argent 20 d C. Giroud 17, J. Brown 23 d T. Morris 20). Wonthaggi 12/56 (19 shots) d Foster 2/37 (T. Kavanagh 39 d J. Bohn 8, M. Eurell 17 lt R. Riati 29). Leongatha 12/53 (17 shots) d Phillip Island 2/36, (B. Thompson 32 d D. Bateman 13, M. Jepson 21 lt M. Rogers 23).
South Gippsland pennant bowls
Ladders Division 1 San Remo ........................+97 Inverloch .........................+57 Phillip Island.....................+4 Corinella..........................+47 Foster.................................-40 Leongatha..........................-27 Wonthaggi .........................-30 Meeniyan.........................-108 Division 2 (Green) San Remo ......................+122 Phillip Island...................+94 Wonthaggi .......................+14 Lang Lang .......................+16 Inverloch ...........................-62 Loch ................................-184 Division 2 (Gold) Tarwin Lower ...............+114 Toora ...............................+17 Korumburra ...................+16 Fish Creek ........................-28 Mirboo North ....................-24 Port Welshpool ..................-95 Division 3 Korumburra .................+104 Corinella..........................+28 Wonthaggi ..........................-5 Foster..................................-6 Leongatha...........................+1 Phillip Island .....................-44 Tarwin Lower ....................-26 Inverloch ...........................-52
69 63 54 52 48 38 30 30 75 64 53 45 28 23 69 56 53 42 40 28 75 51 49 42 38 35 23 23
Results
Division 1: Lang Lang 2-62 lt Loch & District 14-67; Wonthaggi 0-59 lt Inverloch 16-97; Korumburra 15-88 d Phillip Island White 1-36; Phillip Island Blue 14-87 d Leongatha 2-47. Division 2: Toora 2-62 lt Tarwin Lower 14-63; Inverloch 14-89 d Mirboo North 2-64; Meeniyan 2-55 lt San Remo 14-84; Corinella 14-87 d Fish Creek 2-60. Division 3: Foster 14-86 d Port Welshpool 2-52; Wonthaggi Gold 12-61 d Wonthaggi Blue 4-57; Korumburra 4-71 lt Phillip Island 12-82; San Remo 12-69 d Leongatha 4-67. Division 4: Lang Lang 1491 d Tarwin Lower 2-63; Inverloch White 14-89 d Wonthaggi 2-72; Korumburra 7-66 drew Inverloch Blue 9-66; Phillip Island 14-84 d Leongatha 2-56. Division 5: Toora 3-70 lt Foster 13-72; Inverloch 15-85 d Meeniyan 1-61; Phillip Island 12-73 d San Remo 4-57; Corinella 16-80 d Loch &
The victors: from left, Margaret Goss and Veronica Muir and Nell Van Grunsven were happy with their win in Wednesday’s Social Bowls.
Inverloch
OUR Wednesday Social Bowls was played in triples and fours for two games of 10 ends. This was the first time this season that we graced the grass of green number one. Remember when we only had grass to play on? There were two teams that won both games. On 30 points was the runners-up team of Judy Parker, Pam Lawson and Marg Flett. Congratulations to the winners, Nell Van Grunsven, Margaret Goss and Veronica Muir. Raffles were won by Diana Patterson, Judy Parker, Cynthia Hensley and Kathy Heaphy. The final of the Men’s and Ladies’ club singles will be held on Friday, December 18. Please make a diary note and time will be advised next column. Our club’s Christmas party will be held on Sunday, December 20 from 6pm. It will be a catered affair by Chapman’s Meats and plum puddings will be supplied by Pam Lawson and Bev Kurrle. Members and their guests are welcomed as is Santa who will be arriving to spend the evening and draw the Christmas raffle. Name sheet has been posted in the clubhouse. Please add your name if you wish to attend. Cost is $25 per head. Thursday was the Turkey Triples for their monthly event, sponsored by Retire and Wealth, with principal John Murdica in attendance to present the prize money. Twenty eight teams played two 12 end games and two 10 end games (adjusted for the weather) with first place going to the visiting team of John Newcombe (s), Peter Forrest and Graeme Cornell, with 73 points. Runner-up with 71 points was the team of Jack Miller, Doug Muir and Gavin Butler. Best Game winners were Mick Yates (s), George Scott and Pat Sheedy with 20 shots District 0-62; Fish Creek 16-0 (bye). Kiss of death tips next round: Lang Lang (home) should win with a bit of a struggle against Loch & District by 6 shots. Wonthaggi (home) will give Inverloch a run for their money but in the end will godown by 15 shots. Korumburra (home) will get back on the winning side of the register with a strong win over Phillip Island White, Korumburra by 25 shots. In the match of the round Phillip Island Blue (home) will get home by the ‘skin oftheir teeth by two shots over top of the table Leongatha. Ladders Division 1 Inverloch .................. +136 63 Leongatha..................... +8 60 Phillip Island Blue..... +66 52 Korumburra .............. +60 45 Lang Lang .................... -12 32 Wonthaggi .................... -70 27 Phillip Island White ..... -60 21 Loch & District .......... -128 20 Division 2 San Remo ................. +104 76 Tarwin Lower ............ -10 46
up. Saturday Pennant saw Inverloch finish the day with the rare satisfaction of an allteams win, the first this year, with three sides playing at home and two away. Division One, playing away, defeated Wonthaggi 97/59 with wins on all three rinks and the best rink drinks going to Glenn Scott’s rink, Mick Bowman, John Fisher and Dave Roberts. Division Two, at home, defeated Mirboo North 89/64 winning on two rinks, with the drinks going to Bob Davis (s), Doug Muir, Ray Gostling and Paul Davis. Division Four White, at home, defeated Wonthaggi 89/72 with Bryan Hensley’s team John Turner, John Thornton and Terry Seaward taking the drinks. Division Four Blue had a narrow escape drawing with hosts Korumburra on points, but took the day with wins on two of the three rinks. The drinks were shared by two winning teams; Ray Paynting, Nic Van Grunsven, Rick Brevitt and Norm Price, and Mal Marshall’s team, George Scott, Bob Pritchard and Harry Dunn. Division Five had a memorable day at home to Meeniyan with a comfortable 85/61 win taking two rinks and drawing the third. Stan Drew’s team of Len Peterson, Bob Delahoy and Grant Caldwell earned the drinks. Next Thursday, November 26 we revert to Thursday Social Bowls starting at 12.30 pm with sign-on deadline one hour earlier. Members are reminded that Pennant results and the SGBD ladder are posted on the IBC website, usually within a day or so of the games. This information is prepared by coordinator Denis Stanes at Wonthaggi Bowls Club and posted on the SGBD website. Toora ............................. -5 Fish Creek .................... -8 Mirboo North ................ -7 Inverloch ..................... -18 Corinella ...................... -20 Meeniyan ..................... -46 Division 3 Phillip Island ............. +77 Wonthaggi Blue ...... +117 Foster ........................ +36 San Remo ................... -23 Wonthaggi Gold ........... -60 Leongatha .................... -66 Port Welshpool ........... -38 Korumburra ................ -43 Division 4 Inverloch White......... +97 Wonthaggi ................. +23 Inverloch Blue ............. +8 Leongatha .................... -4 Tarwin Lower ............. -27 Phillip Island ............. +48 Korumburra .................. -36 Lang Lang ................. -109 Division 5 Corinella .................. +158 San Remo ................ +107 Meeniyan .................... +60 Toora ............................. +2 Foster ........................... -29 Inverloch ...................... -80 Phillip Island ............... -69 Fish Creek ................... -69 Loch & District ............ -89
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Running ‘naked’ for international day SATURDAY’S weather looked threatening and our numbers reflected that.
With no visitors this week the run was home grown and those who made it to parkrun were able to run in cooler but dry conditions with the sun even appearing at times.
Briefing started with presentations of Junior 10 certificates to Jimmy and Joe Soumilas. This week we celebrated International Day of Running
A super effort: Lily Whitehouse and Rikki Cole were among the runners on Saturday. Whitehouse managed to break the 55-59 Age Category Record with a time of 24:19.
Naked which is where runners run without watches, GPS, phones or ipods. The aim is to guess the time you will take to finish and be the closest to your guess. Our winner was Julian Walker only eight seconds out from his guess. Well done to the almost 25 percent of people who managed a personal best time in the windy conditions: Keitha Van’T Hof, Saskia Fehres Mark Lindsay, Steve Fuery, Michael Reddie, Ashlee Cuttriss, Melissa Phillips, Lindy Waldren, Tammy Ball, Kylie Duncan, Lily Whitehorse, Sheridan White, Claire Wylie and Paul Berger. We are now into planning our bonus Christmas Day parkrun. Santa may pay a running visit, but it will be at the later start time of 9am to allow time to open the presents at home first. Male placings: Glenn Sullivan of Wonthaggi Road Runners was first over the line, Rick Whitehouse of Bass Coast Barracudas, was second and Mark Ball third.
Current standing in the Men’s annual points competition: Glenn Sullivan1089, Bill Barry 895 and Nathan Castle 847. Female placings: Shannon Cole of Old Xaverians, was first, Georgia Burns of Little Athletics second and Lily Whitehouse third. Current standing in the Women’s annual points competition: Georgia BURNS 993, Kate Lew Ton 947 and Nicole Walsh 915. The female record is held by Sarah Lewis 19:26 on 16/05/2015. The male record is held by Stephen Rennick 16:36 on 22/11/2014. Saturday’s full results and a complete event history can be found on the Inverloch parkrun Results Page.
Running for all: the director of Inverloch parkrun Tony O’Connell presented Joe Soumilas with his certificate marking 10 Junior runs.
Island surfer peaks to win cup POPPY Corbett of Phillip Island won the Under 14 Girls event at the inaugural SmoothStar Micro Groms Cup at Ocean Grove on Sunday.
Piping hot: Phillip Island’s Eden Goldsbury with the new skateboard he was awarded as the most improved at the SmoothStar Micro Groms Cup.
The two day event brought together more than 90 of the best Under 14 surfers from around the country with over $1000 worth of prizes across the weekend which included $250 cash prize for both Under 14 Boys and Girls Champions. After a slow start to the weekend Corbett hit her peak during the Under 14 Girls Final, tallying a heat total of 12.50 points. “I am pretty stoked to take out the Under 14 Girls,” said Corbett. “It was so fun competing against all of my friends; we all surf together at the different events. “The SmoothStar Skateboards are so much like surfing, its good to have them support surf comps.” Sage Goldsbury also of Phillip Island won the U12 Girls, Eden Goldsbury from Phillip Island was awarded the SmoothStar Most Improved award and took home a brand new SmoothStar skateboard.
Croquet winner: Simon Watkins from Brighton was congratulated by the club president, Merry Dyson-Holland after beating stiff competition from croquet clubs around the state at the club’s tournament.
Out-of-towners steal the show A happy grommet: Poppy Corbett beat a large field to take pride of place on the podium at Ocean Grove on Sunday.
• Wonthaggi Table Tennis
Archie bats through to final C O N G R AT U L A TIONS to Max Duff, Mackenzie Gardner and Archie Paxton
on a great display of sportsmanship and determination at the Melbourne Open
Junior Table Tennis Championships, held at MSAC last week. More wins than ever
Batting on: from left, Archie Paxton, Max Duff and Mackenzie Gardner, happy with their results at the Melbourne Open Junior Table Tennis Championships on Sunday, November 15 at MSAC.
before and Archie got through to the final of the Division 5 event. He was runner up and won a trophy and $50 HWATT voucher. The high standard of play at this tournament was very evident with most of the players being National contenders. Archie, Max, Jack Duff, Blake Richards and Nancy Pattinson all competed at the East Gippsland Championships on Sunday. There were senior and junior events in this tournament. Many thanks to the parents of the junior players who were able to make the long trip. A Grade has finished for the year with the final going to Sea Eagles (Luke Anstey, Patricia Denier) 3-1 against Goldfinches (Dirk Holwerda, Averil Roberts). It was a great
finals battle. Leading A Grade Player for the season was Justin Licis. Teams semi final this week (1v4 and 2v3) and winners play the grand final next Monday. Spectators welcome. The break up barbecue and Presentation Night is on Friday, December 4, 6-8pm at the Wonthaggi Table Tennis Centre and cost is $3 per person.
THE Leongatha Croquet Club held its annual Association Tournament on November 16 and 17. The tournament was well supported with visiting players from Bendigo, MCC, Brighton, Sandringham, Traralgon, Phillip Island, Sale and Korumburra. Congratulations to Simon Watkins from Brighton who won Block One and Colin Crawford from Traralgon who was runner-up. Congratulations also
to Tom Kudelka from the MCC who won Block Two and Pat Wilsmore from Phillip Island who was the runner-up. The club is having a car boot sale on Saturday, November 28 from 9am at the recreation reserve in front of the Leongatha Croquet Club fence. The cost is $10 per boot and there will be a sausage sizzle and stalls. Any persons interested call 0412 187 608 or 5668 9207 or just come along. All welcome.
Ladders
A Reserve Macadamia ............. 36 65 Speedie 3.0 .............. 28 57 3 Generations.......... 24 54 Champs ................... 24 46 Avengers................... 20 53 Beaudat .................... 20 52 Bench Warmers ........ 16 51
(229) (226) (195) (189) (188) (196) (183)
Leading players
A Reserve Sean Michael.................... 20 (68) Daniel Chetland ............... 20 (68)
Out of town: from the left, the winner of Block Two, Tom Kudelka, another out-of-towner from the Melbourne Croquet Club with Merry Dyson-Holland. The many visitors at the club for the tournament enjoyed the warm welcome and amazing hospitality one is always assured of at the Leongatha Croquet Club, one of the town’s true treasures
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• C Grade Division One
Scorpions stung by Cobra venom LEONGATHA Scorpions played at home in a one day game against the Korumburra Cobras on Saturday.
After winning the toss the Cobras Peter Churchill went in to bat first, making a solid 113 runs before Rob Shields caught him out. Cobras’ Tim Morrison and Darryl Telfer helped to construct the innings making 48 and 40 respectively. Scorpions’ Michael Warren, Marcus Kreutzberger and Rob Shields all took two wickets for the side as The Cobras finished on 9/263 in the 40th over. Kreutzberger went in to bat first making 65 as John Pouw made 19. Cobras’ Churchill took three wickets in seven overs. Scorpions finished the day defeated on 116 in the 34th over. MDU faced off against the Red Caps on Saturday with MDU’s premier batsman Tyrone Zukovskis making 42 runs. Chris Hughes made 32 not out while Brent Casbolt made 25 runs before he was caught
out by Polly Joseph. Red Caps’ Marc Waltom managed to take four wickets in seven overs as MDU finished the innings on 7/156. Premier batsman Ben Croatto led the innings on 7 while Brian Gannon and Satish Gaddam helped out on 36 and 31 respectively. MDU’s Cooper Cary took three wickets while Zukovskis and Samuel Benra each took two. Red Caps finished the innings defeated on 8/151 in the last over. The Sharks played at home against the Stingrays with the visiting side in to bat first. Stingrays’ premier batsman Ian Fowler made 12 runs before Blake Young bowled him out. Darren Charkley and Warren Williams helped construct the innings making 29 and 22. Sharks’ John Johnston took three wickets for the side as the Stingrays finished the innings on 119 in the 36th over. Sharks’ premier batsman Mark Christopher was run out on 36 while Michael Taylor
made 29. Stingrays’ Kieran Johnson took two wickets for the side however the Sharks finished the day triumphant on 6/126 in the 39th over. The Diggers faced off against Wonthaggi Workmens at home on Saturday. Robert Quaife made 75 runs for the side while teammates Paul Harper and Aaron McKinnon each made 20 in the innings. Workmens’ Andrew Baumgartner took two wickets for the side by the Diggers finished the innings on 6/166. Workmens’ Steve Anstey lead the innings 33 not out while Sam Farrington and Jack Sheerin contributed 14 and eight. Diggers’ Hayden James took four wickets for the side while Nick Audino took two, keeping the Workmens’ runs lower. Workmens finished the day defeated on 88.
TOWN def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings Korumburra P. Churchill c. R. Shields b. M. Warren ...................... 113 A. Brinksma c. b. M. Warren ...21 I. Riddell b. M. Kreutzberger .....3 G. Barrett c. b. M. Kreutzberger .................6
M. Wrigley b. R. Shields ..........12 T. Morrison r.o. ........................48 R. Hurst stp. N. Hughes b. D. Hume .............................1 M. Conway b. R. Shields ...........0 J. Petrie c. M. Kreutzberger b. L. Hickey............................1 D. Telfer n.o. ............................40 Extras ......................................18 Total .............................9/263 (cc) Bowling: J. Pouw 0/21, A. DeGennaro 0/45, B. Amato 0/18, M. Warren 2/42, M. Kreutzberger 2/28, R. Shields 2/49, D. Hume 1/27, L. Hickey 1/25. 1st innings Town M. Kreutzberger c. I. Riddell b. G. Barrett..........................65 J. Pouw b. S. Hall .....................19 M. Warren lbw. b. S. Hall...........0 N. Hodges lbw. b. D. Telfer .......1 A. DeGennaro c&b. P. Churchill ....................0 L. O’Brien b. M. Wrigley...........5 B. Amato b. P. Churchill ............4 D. Hume lbw. b. P. Churchill .....4 L. Hickey c. A. Brinksma b. M. Conway.........................0 R. Shields n.o. ............................6 M. Fisher b. G. Barrett ...............0 Extras ......................................12 Total ....................................... 116 Bowling: M. Wrigley 1/9, D. Telfer 1/21, S. Hall 2/20, P. Churchill 3/14, A. Brinksma 0/19, M. Conway 1/12, G. Barrett 2/13.
T. Bright b. B. Castles ..............10 G. Jones c. S. Gaddam b. M. Waltom..........................3 B. Davey r.o. ..............................5 C. Hughes n.o...........................30 D. Thomas c. B. Martin b. M. Waltom........................10 B. Casbolt c. P. Joseph b. M. Waltom........................25 C. Cary n.o. ................................1 Extras ......................................21 Total .............................7/156 (cc) Bowling: P. Joseph 1/39, D. Grigg 0/8, B. Castles 1/11, B. Croatto 0/30, S. Gaddam 0/17, M. Waltom 4/36. 1st innings Nerrena B. Croatto c&b. C. Cary...........37 B. Gannon c. K. Brown b. S. Benra ............................36 M. Waltom lbw. b. C. Cary ........0 B. Castles c. S. Benra b. C. Cary ...............................7 S. Gaddam b. B. Thorson .........31 P. Joseph c. C. Cary b. T. Zukovskis .......................6 B. Martin b. S. Benra .................2 C. Marinoy c. C. Cary b. C. Hughes...........................1 D. Grigg n.o. ..............................0 Extras ......................................31 Total .............................8/151 (cc) Bowling: B. Thorson 0/18, K. Brown 0/21, C. Cary 3/52, T. Zukovskis 2/22, S. Benra 2/23, C. Hughes 1/9.
MDU d NERRENA 1st innings MDU T. Zukovskis c. B. Martin b. M. Waltom........................42 B. Thorson c. B. Martin b. P. Joseph .............................9
PHILLIP ISLAND d INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch I. Fowler b. B. Young ...............12 P. Johnson c. G. Marshall b. J. Excell ..............................0
J. Belli b. J. Spencer .................17 B. Phillips r.o............................15 D. Charkley lbw. b. D. Johnston ......................29 R. Sparkes c. A. Finlayson b. J. Spencer ...........................2 W. Williams c. M. Taylor b. D. Johnston ......................22 M. Goldsmith c&b. J. Johnston .....................0 K. Johnson c. M. Christopher b. J. Johnston ..........................9 J. Williams n.o............................0 C. Leisk lbw. b. D. Johnston ......0 Extras ......................................13 Total ....................................... 119 Bowling: J. Excell 1/18, B. Young 1/25, J. Spencer 2/11, W. Paterson 0/29, D. Johnston 2/16, J. Johnston 3/18. 1st innings Phillip Island M. Christopher r.o. ...................36 J. Johnston b. ............................10 A. Finlayson lbw. .......................0 M. Cleary b. .............................21 D. Johnston c..............................5 M. Taylor n.o. ...........................29 W. Paterson b. ............................3 J. Spencer n.o. ..........................15 Extras ........................................7 Total ....................................6/126 Bowling: K. Johnson 2/27, W. Williams 0/22, R. Sparkes 1/17, J. Williams 1/11, I. Fowler 1/22, D. Charkley 0/16, J. Belli 0/10. OMK d WON WORKMENS 1st innings OMK P. Harper n.o.............................20 A. McKinnon c. N. Dobbie b. A. Geyer ...........................20 P. Gillin lbw. b. A. Baumgartner ..................6
D. Jeffries r.o. ...........................14 P. Miller ret. n.o........................12 R. Quaife c. M. Sharp b. A. Baumgartner ................75 A. Busana n.o. ............................1 L. Jones c. J. Sheerin b. M. Sharp.............................0 J. Greenwood lbw. b. J. Sheerin ............................8 Extras ......................................10 Total .............................6/166 (cc) Bowling: M. Sharp 1/18, N. Dobbie 0/24, A. Geyer 1/27, D. Herbert 0/20, M. Cadwallender 0/5, A. Baumgartner 2/21, K. Dutchman 0/33, S. Farrington 0/7, A. Churchill 0/8, J. Sheerin 1/1. 1st innings Won Workmens J. Sheerin c. P. Harper b. A. Busana ...........................8 S. Anstey n.o. ...........................33 A. Churchill b. H. James ............4 K. Dutchman c. P. Harper b. H. James .............................0 A. Geyer c. A. Busana b. H. James .............................2 S. Farrington c. A. Busana b. N. Audino .........................14 A. Baumgartner b. N. Audino ....8 D. Herbert c. P. Gillin b. N. Audino ...........................4 N. Dobbie b. J. Greenwood........2 M. Sharp c. D. Jeffries b. H. James .............................0 M. Cadwallender r.o...................1 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .........................................88 Bowling: H. James 4/18, A. Busana 1/9, P. Gillin 0/13, J. Greenwood 1/7, N. Audino 3/28, D. Jeffries 0/10.
• C Grade Division Two
Miners and Diggers haul in wins TEAMS from Division 2 C Grade came together for a one day match on Saturday.
The Cougars took to the Leongatha Velodrome to play against opening batting team the Diggers. Sam Matthews made 66 with the help of teammates Luke Lamers and Craig Walker constructing the innings with 25 and 16 respectively. The Cougars’ Adam Drury had a successful time
with the ball, returning career best figures of 4/27 from his eight overs. Dylan Clark batted first for the Cougars, making two runs before Paris Buckley and Jordi Geary made 51 and 20 in the 4/120 innings. Diggers’ Daniel Wylie helped the team achieve success by taking two wickets for the side. Meanwhile Glen Alvie batted first against Killy Bass. Jarrod Newsome lead the
side with the most runs on 30 followed by Jy Hull on 22. Killy Bass’ Brodie Pipicelli, Simon Blake and Pat De Rubeis all took two wickets for the side, with Glen Alvie finishing the innings on 122 in the 36th over. Killy Bass’ Steven Quaife, Jack Rosenow and De Rubeis constructed the innings, making 51, 37 and 22 respectively. Glen Alvie’s Rohan Slade took three wickets for the side and Matthew Grieve caught two however the team could
The future: 12 year old Cal Buckland is developing as a good bowler of ‘leggies’ and was a great asset to Koonwarra/LRSL C Grade with his four overs on Saturday. More photos at www.mdphotos.net
not withhold Killy Bass’ runs as the second team to bat won the game on 7/170 in the last over. Wonthaggi Miners won the toss and went in to bat first against opponent Poowong Loch on Saturday. Joel Shroeder led the batting making 58 runs while Darcy Brosnan made 17 and Kim Pugh contributed 16 to the innings. PL’s Jordan Knox took four wickets for the side in eight overs for the side while teammate Greg Curry caught two while fielding. This did not stop the Miners however, who finished the innings on 7/154. PL struggled to up the ante in its innings with premier batsman Curry making three before Tom Wells caught him out. Lachlan Green contributed 13 runs to the innings while Brian Knight and Jordan Knox made 12 and 11 respectively. Both Wells and Troy Walker took three wickets for the Miners while Tomi Brosnan made a catch, helping the side to reign against PL who finished the innings on 75 runs in the 32nd over. OMK d KOONWARRA L/RSL 1st innings OMK
M. Gow b. A. Drury ...................8 S. Matthews lbw. b. A. Drury...66 D. Wylie b. J. Geary ...................0 G. Miller c. P. Buckley b. A. Drury .............................5 M. Blackburn b. A. Drury ..........0 J. Whiteside b. P. Buckley ..........1 L. Lamers c. A. Stanley b. D. Clark ............................25 D. Wylie c. L. Hughes b. A. Stanley ...........................2 R. Wyatt n.o. ..............................1 T. Miller lbw. b. P. Buckley......10 C. Walker n.o............................16 Extras ......................................31 Total .............................9/166 (cc) Bowling: A. Drury 4/27, J. Geary 1/22, P. Buckley 2/10, B. Manicaro 0/17, C. Buckland 0/23, A. Piksons 0/19, A. Stanley 1/19, D. Clark 1/9, M. Scrimshaw 0/6. 1st innings Koonwarra L/RSL D. Clark c. J. Whiteside b. M. Blackburn .....................2 A. Stanley lbw. b. D. Wylie......16 A. Piksons c. M. Gow b. D. Wylie .............................2 P. Buckley n.o. .........................51 J. Geary b. C. Walker ...............20 L. Hughes n.o. ..........................10 Extras ......................................19 Total ....................................4/120 Bowling: D. Wylie 2/15, S. Matthews 0/20, M. Blackburn 1/30, G. Miller 0/17, R. Wyatt 0/4, C. Walker 1/14, D. Wylie 0/16. GLEN ALVIE def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Glen Alvie M. Hull b. B. Pipicelli ................0 J. Newsome c. Z. Crow b. S. Blake ............................30 J. Thomas b. B. Pipicelli ............0 R. Slade b. S. Burchell .............13 R. Matthews c. A. Blackney
GCL team announced LDCA Senior GCL representative side for the Round 3 match versus Warragul at Western Park on Sunday, November 29.
Saturday November 28
Picnic racing at its best!
First meeting for the season Buses from Cowes, San Remo - Bookings 5952 2500. From Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Wonthaggi, Dalyston & Kilcunda - Bookings 0407 343 930. Secretary: 5678 7585 All race day inquiries 5678 2344 WOO8160071
Kit Rotthier - Inverloch, Tim Wightman - Nerrena, Lachie Cleeland – Phillip Island, Lewis Rankin - Inverloch, Madura Weerasinghe Silva - Town, Daniel Lunn - Imps, Jesse Van Rooye - OMK, Scott Williams - Workmens, Mitchell Clark – Nerrena, Daniel Salmon – Korumburra, Charith Keerthisinghe – Phillip Island, Tom Wyatt – OMK. Meet bus at 8.15am. at Leongatha Football Ground. If unavailable contact Gary Sauvarin 0407 343204, Scott Boyack 0497 207064 or Kristian Gray 0439 825168. Dates for the remaining GCL matches: round 4, December 13 versus Traralgon at the Butch West oval in Wonthaggi. Round 5, January 17 versus Bairnsdale at the Leongatha Turf oval. Country Week is February 1 to 5.
b. P. De Rubeis .....................21 J. Hull b. T. Pipicelli ................22 C. O’Halloran c. G. Burchell b. P. De Rubeis .....................14 M. Grieve r.o. .............................9 K. Hull b. S. Blake .....................1 C. Cook n.o. ...............................7 Extras ........................................5 Total .......................................122 Bowling: B. Pipicelli 2/19, A. Blackney 0/19, S. Blake 2/26, S. Burchell 1/27, P. De Rubeis 2/11, Z. Crow 0/12, T. Pipicelli 1/6. 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass G. Burchell b. J. Newsome ......10 S. Burchell lbw. b. J. Newsome ........................7 S. Quaife c. J. Thomas b. J. Hull ...............................51 J. Rosenow c. M. Grieve b. R. Slade ............................37 P. De Rubeis b. M. Grieve........22 S. Blake n.o. .............................14 Z. Crow c. M. Grieve b. R. Slade ..............................0 T. Pipicelli c. R. Matthews b. R. Slade ..............................1 B. Pipicelli n.o............................2 Extras ......................................26 Total ....................................7/170 Bowling: J. Newsome 2/20, J. Hull 1/23, J. Thomas 0/22, C. Cook 0/24, C. O’Halloran 0/22, K. Hull 0/16, M. Grieve 1/17, R. Slade 3/7.
POOWONG-LOCH def by WON MINERS 1st innings Won Miners F. Andrighetto b. N. Hancock ..12 J. Schroeder c. b. J. Knox.........58 W. Chapman c. b. N. Hancock ...7 K. Pugh c. b. J. Knox ...............16 D. Brosnan c. b. J. Knox ..........17 N. Brosnan b. J. Knox ..............12 T. Wells b. B. Knight ..................3 F. Brosnan n.o. ...........................4 T. Walker n.o. .............................4 Extras ......................................22 Total .............................7/154 (cc) Bowling: S. McKinnon 0/23, D. Russell 0/19, N. Hancock 2/29, L. Green 0/21, J. Knox 4/40, B. Knight 1/15. 1st innings Poowong-Loch G. Curry c. b. T. Wells................3 T. Francis c. b. J. Schroeder .......0 N. Hancock lbw. b. T. Wells .......4 L. Green c. b. T. Walker ...........13 J. Chiavaroli b. T. Wells .............0 M. Scholz c. b. T. Walker ...........8 J. Knox r.o. ............................... 11 B. Knight c. b. T. Walker..........12 W. Walker c. b. D. Brosnan ........0 S. McKinnon c. b. D. Brosnan ...5 D. Russell n.o. ............................1 Extras ......................................19 Total .........................................75 Bowling: J. Schroeder 1/17, T. Wells 3/8, F. Brosnan 0/13, T. Walker 3/25, D. Brosnan 2/6.
LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 OMK........................................66 Inverloch .................................54 Won Workmens ......................42 Nerrena ...................................42 Korumburra ..............................30 Phillip Island ............................30 Town.........................................18 Imperials ....................................6 A Grade Division 2 MDU ........................................68 Kilcunda-Bass.........................48 Poowong-Loch ........................36 Won Miners ............................30 Koonwarra-L/RSL ...................30 Foster........................................12 Glen Alvie ..................................0 B Grade Division 1 OMK........................................66 Nerrena ...................................54 Town ........................................54 Won Workmens ......................42 Phillip Island ............................30 MDU ........................................18 Inverloch ..................................18 Koonwarra L/RSL......................6 B Grade Division 2 Won Miners ............................60 Kilcunda-Bass.........................48 Poowong-Loch ........................42 Korumburra ...........................24 Glen Alvie ................................18
Foster........................................12 Imperials ..................................12 C Grade Division 1 Korumburra ...........................66 OMK........................................54 Phillip Island...........................42 Won Workmens ......................42 Nerrena .....................................30 MDU ........................................18 Town.........................................18 Inverloch ..................................18 C Grade Division 2 Kilcunda-Bass.........................60 OMK........................................42 Won Workmens ......................36 Won Miners ............................30 Poowong-Loch .........................30 Glen Alvie ................................12 Koonwarra L/RSL......................6 Under 16 East Zone MDU ........................................36 Koonwarra L/RSL .................30 Korumburra ...........................30 Nerrena ...................................12 Town/Imperials ..........................0 Under 16 West Zone Kilcunda-Bass.........................36 Poowong-Loch ........................24 Phillip Island...........................24 Won Workmens ......................18 Inverloch ....................................6 Glen Alvie ..................................0
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Sharks miss out on the points THE competition was fierce in the clash between Nerrena and Phillip Island, with neither team willing to back down.
Nerrena held strong and defeated the Sharks with a final score 5/225. Phillip Island elected to bat first and Jarrod Black dominated the field, making 89 runs. Despite this massive leg up, Nicholas Battersby took control with four wickets and was backed up by Tom Davison who took three catches. Phillip Island was all out for 218 after 71.5 overs. Nerrena’s star batman was Gerard Murphy, who made 80 runs. Support from his fellow batmen helped pushed the team into the lead. Clint Wilson took out two wickets for Phillip Island. Ladder leaders OMK continued its winning spree against MDU. MDU was all out for 74 after 34.2 overs, with Matthew Olden and Wayne Cocksedge making more than 20 runs each. Dylan McMeekin was the stand out bowler for OMK, taking out four wickets. Nathan Cant also performed well, taking two wickets. OMK stepped up to bat and outperformed MDU. Sam Jenkins made 45 runs before he was caught by Will Collins. Collins made two catches for MDU, and Paul Vine took three wickets. OMK finished the game all out for 187 in 78.3 overs.
Town celebrated a massive win against the battling Koonwarra L/RSL side. Jareth Hume amazed Town supporters with an impressive 126 runs. Captain Steven Fixter also crossed into triple digits, making 115 runs. Matthew Boswell and Jack Rockall each took two wickets. Koonwarra L/RSL was determined to settle the score but was unable to quite make the pace. Batsmen Daniel Baker and Adam Rockall each made over 70 runs, but two wickets each from Town’s Warren Turner and Jordan Bolge kept the pressure at high intensity. Town ended the game with 6/388 while Koonwarra L/RSL trailed behind with 7/276. Workmens took out a convincing win against Inverloch, leaving the Stingrays well and truly behind. Setting the standard early, Workmens batted first and Lochlan McLean scored 75 runs. Four wickets by James Jesson put Inverloch in a good position, but Workmen’s finished the innings comfortably with a total score of 218. Though Inverloch was off to a good start, with John Bowring making 46 runs, the Workmens put the pressure on and kept Inverloch to a low score of 99. Rob Geyer matched Jesson with four runs and the Workmens ran home with an easy win. KOONWARRA L/RSL def by TOWN 1st innings Town
J. Bolge stp. B. Anderson b. J. Pickersgill .......................4 S. Fixter c. A. Rockall b. M. Boswell ..................... 115 J. Schelling stp. B. Anderson b. M. Boswell .......................28 J. Hume c. b. A. Rockall ..........16 R. Edwards lbw. b. J. Rockall ..13 J. Hume n.o. ...........................126 I. Hanks c. S. Turner b. J. Rockall............................2 W. Turner n.o. ..........................52 Extras ......................................31 Total .............................6/388 (cc) Bowling: M. Boswell 2/98, J. Pickersgill 1/42, S. Turner 0/94, A. Rockall 1/37, J. Rockall 2/31, D. Baker 0/19, S. Anderson 0/46. 1st innings Koonwarra L/RSL B. Moore c. J. Bolge b. W. Turner..........................37 C. Moscript c. B. Berry b. J. Hume ............................28 D. Baker r.o. .............................77 J. Rockall c. R. Edwards b. J. Bolge ..............................0 J. Nichols c. D. Goss b. J. Bolge ..............................2 B. Anderson c. J. Schelling b. W. Turner..........................27 A. Rockall n.o. .........................72 S. Turner c. J. Schelling b. B. Berry ..............................2 S. Anderson n.o. .......................19 Extras ......................................13 Total ....................................7/276 Bowling: B. Berry 1/39, B. McKnight 0/24, J. Hume 1/26, W. Turner 2/16, J. Bolge 2/51, D. Goss 0/27, I. Hanks 0/18, R. Edwards 0/15, J. Schelling 0/15, J. Hume 0/34. NERRENA d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island M. Parsons c&b. T. Davison ......1 Z. Brown r.o. ..............................2 G. Eddy b. J. Hoy .....................24 J. Black c&b. N. Battersby.......89 T. Hornsby c. b. N. Battersby...33 B. Quirk c. b. N. Battersby.........3 C. Epifano c. G. Murphy b. N. Trotto ...........................23 T. Kenter b. N. Battersby .........10 J. Cox c. T. Davison b. J. Hoy .................................2 M. Wright c. T. Davison b. N. Trotto .............................9
S. Cox n.o...................................0 Extras ......................................21 Total .......................................218 Bowling: T. Davison 1/36, N. Trotto 2/39, J. Hoy 2/41, N. Battersby 4/50, J. Kelly 0/16, G. Murphy 0/17, W. Telfer 0/11. 1st innings Nerrena A. Harrison c. M. Wright b. B. Quirk............................30 W. Telfer b. C. Wilson ..............41 G. Murphy c. M. Parsons b. M. Wright .........................80 B. Hayes c&b. G. Eddy..............8 J. Renden b. C. Wilson .............12 C. Baudinette n.o......................29 J. Kelly n.o. ................................7 Extras ......................................18 Total ....................................5/225 Bowling: M. Wright 1/38, T. Kenter 0/11, C. Andrews 0/31, B. Quirk 1/25, C. Wilson 2/46, Z. Brown 1/47, S. Cox 0/21, J. Black 0/3. MDU def by OMK 1st innings MDU S. Smith c. D. McMeekin b. N. Cant ...............................4 M. Olden b. D. McMeekin .......26 C. Harris b. N. Cant ...................2 S. McRae lbw. b. B. Wyatt .........0 P. Vine b. D. McMeekin .............8 T. Sinclair lbw. b. D. McMeekin .....................0 W. Cocksedge n.o.....................24 W. Collins b. D. McMeekin .......0 S. Riley r.o..................................0 C. Olden stp. b. S. Jenkins .........3 J. Brown b. M. Adams ...............0 Extras ........................................7 Total .........................................74 Bowling: B. Wyatt 1/30, N. Cant 2/10, D. McMeekin 4/22, M. Adams 1/9, S. Jenkins 1/0. 1st innings OMK K. Kerr b. S. McRae.................16 N. Creed lbw. b. P. Vine .............2 S. Jenkins c. W. Collins b. C. Harris ...........................45 B. Wyatt c. S. Riley b. P. Vine ..............................15 D. Creed b. W. Collins .............17 M. Adams b. C. Harris ...............0 J. Lamers c. C. Harris b. M. Olden ..........................21 R. Dixon b. W. Collins .............10 N. Cant c. W. Collins b. M. Olden ..........................21
D. McMeekin n.o. ....................22 R. White c. b. P. Vine .................0 Extras ......................................19 Total .......................................187 Bowling: P. Vine 3/51, C. Harris 2/23, S. Riley 0/28, S. McRae 1/29, W. Collins 2/12, J. Bright 0/14, M. Olden 2/24, J. Brown 0/2. WON WORKMENS d INVERLOCH 1st innings Won Workmens S. Brann c. E. Cousins b. L. Anderson ........................2 S. Roche c&b. J. Jesson .............5 R. Geyer c. S. Hayes b. J. Jesson............................24 L. McLean c. J. Womer b. J. Bowring ........................75 I. Barnes c. J. Jesson b. A. Mujtaba........................16 S. Osborne b. A. Mujtaba ...........7 S. Coldebella c. J. Smith b. J. Jesson............................20 B. Evans c. J. Womer b. E. Cousins ........................14 M. Davey n.o............................25 C. Rigby b. J. Jesson ..................5 J. Wade b. S. Hayes ....................7 Extras ......................................18 Total .......................................218 Bowling: L. Anderson 1/41, J. Jesson 4/47, J. Bowring 1/27, E. Cousins 1/29, A. Mujtaba 2/39, S. Hayes 1/6, A. Box 0/14. 1st innings Inverloch M. Woods b. L. McGuirk ...........0 J. Bowring b. R. Geyer.............46 T. Luckhurst b. S. Coldebella.....4 S. Hayes c. M. Davey b. J. Wade ...............................4 J. Smith c. S. Osborne b. B. Evans ...........................23 L. Anderson c. J. Wade b. R. Geyer .............................4 M. Anderson b. R. Geyer ...........2 J. Womer r.o. ..............................1 A. Mujtaba c. J. Wade b. R. Geyer .............................0 C. Butler n.o. ..............................6 A. Box b. B. Evans.....................0 Extras ........................................8 Total .........................................99 Bowling: J. Wade 1/16, S. Coldebella 1/25, C. Rigby 1/21, R. Geyer 4/12, B. Evans 2/13, M. Davey 0/5.
• B Grade Division Two
Poowong Loch steals the win POOWONG Loch defeated its ladder rivals Kilcunda Bass by just two runs.
Batting first, Poowong Loch started its innings strong with opening batsman Adam Sheedy making 26 runs. Peter Dixon led the team with 33 runs. Five wickets from Shaun Tapscott and a series of catches from Daniel Blackney, Joel Bastwrous and Ray Gardiner forced Poowong Loch to finish its innings with a score of 167. Kilcunda Bass was eager to take home the win and opening batsman Ray Gardiner pushed its score forward with an early 31 runs. Teammate Aidan Barklay also made 31 runs, but Kilcunda Bass did not quite make it over the line, finishing with 165. Scott Head was a standout bowler for Poowong Loch, taking five wickets throughout the innings. Miners won comfortably over Foster, with Foster batting just 78 runs. Ray Dower was the strongest batsman, making 20 runs. Miners’ defence was strong with Paul Hammer taking five wickets and Dariyen Jones taking three wickets. Playing a strong innings, Miners batted 164 runs, with Kaine Smith making 49 runs. Geoff Tanner made sure Foster kept fighting with four wickets. Brock Cripps took three catches. Foster began a second innings and played out the last 27 overs.
Jake Chaseling made 32 runs and the innings finished with 2/101. Miners’ Steven Ivekovic took two wickets in that time. Korumburra won its first innings, making 6/157, over Glen Alvie. Starting off slow, only 10 runs were on the board before Glen Alvie’s Glen Rielly secured 59 runs for the side. Glen Alvie finished its innings on a promising 107, though five wickets from Korumburra’s Travis Gray kept the score within reach. Korumburra shook the game up immediately as opening batsman Jason Richards made 65 runs, and two wickets each from Glen Alvie’s Alister McBride, Patrick Palmer and Barry Davidson could not slow it down. In its second innings, Glen Alvie made 93 runs. Daniel Gilbert was the star batsman for the innings with 25 runs. Korumburra’s bowlers performed beautifully with three bowlers – Jason Richards, Travis Gray and Mathew Olden – taking three wickets. Korumburra started its second innings and made 28 runs. Batsmen Jason Richards and Darren Scott played out the three overs not out. Daniel Gilbert and Patrick Palmer bowled for Glen Alvie. Imperials had a bye this round.
KORUMBURRA d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Glen Alvie I. Thorn c&b. M. Olden .............8 B. McRae r.o. .............................0 J. Tiziani c. D. Scott b. M. Cozzio...........................2
G. Rielly lbw. b. M. Olden .......59 A. McBride c. J. Richards b. T. Gray ...............................1 D. Gilbert b. T. Gray ..................0 D. Tiziani c&b. T. Gray............12 B. Davidson b. T. Gray ..............0 S. Watson b. M. Olden .............10 P. Palmer c. H. McNeill b. t. Gray ................................0 K. Davidson n.o. ........................4 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .......................................107 Bowling: M. Olden 3/34, M. Cozzio 1/16, B. Martin 0/14, T. Gray 5/26, D. Scott 0/8, J. Celebrine 0/3, J. Richards 0/1. 1st innings Korumburra J. Richards b. A. McBride ........65 N. Leppin c. D. Gilbert b. P. Palmer ..........................31 T. Gray c. D. Tiziani b. A. McBride.......................24 J. Oxlee b. B. Davidson ...........19 C. Smith c. D. Tiziani b. P. Palmer ............................4 D. Scott c. S. Watson b. B. Davidson........................9 J. Celebrine n.o. .........................0 H. McNeill n.o. ..........................0 Extras ........................................5 Total ....................................6/157 Bowling: D. Gilbert 0/16, K. Davidson 0/21, A. McBride 2/49, P. Palmer 2/59, B. Davidson 2/8. 2nd innings Glen Alvie I. Thorn c. b. T. Gray................13 B. McRae b. T. Gray ..................0 J. Tiziani c. D. Scott b. J. Richards ........................14 D. Tiziani c. D. Scott b. T. Gray ...............................1 A. McBride c. N. Leppin b. J. Richards ........................14 G. Rielly lbw. b. M. Olden .........7 D. Gilbert c. C. Smith b. J. Richards ........................25 S. Watson lbw. b. H. McNeill.....7 B. Davidson lbw. b. M. Olden ...3 K. Davidson c. H. McNeill b. M. Olden ............................0 P. Palmer n.o. .............................0 Extras ........................................0 Total .........................................93 Bowling: J. Richards 3/28, T. Gray 3/28, M. Olden 3/27, D. Scott 0/5, J. Celebrine 0/2, H. McNeill 1/0.
2nd innings Korumburra J. Richards n.o. ......................... 11 D. Scott n.o. .............................14 Extras ........................................3 Total ......................................0/28 Bowling: D. Gilbert 0/20, P. Palmer 0/5.
D. Lacasa b. S. Ivekovic ............4 R. Lewis n.o. ............................29 Extras ......................................17 Total ....................................2/101 Bowling: T. Nelson 0/20, J. Rumbold 0/17, A. Zanella 0/19, S. Ivekovic 2/35.
WON MINERS d FOSTER 1st innings Foster H. Buckland b. D. Jones.............1 R. Dower c. M. Greenway b. J. Rumbold .......................20 J. Chaseling b. D. Jones .............6 A. Starret c. S. Ivekovic b. D. Jones ............................10 D. Lacasa b. P. Hammer .............2 R. Lewis c. S. Ivekovic b. P. Hammer ..........................7 G. Tanner lbw. b. J. Rumbold.....3 J. Thornell c. L. Jones b. P. Hammer ..........................2 B. Cripps b. P. Hammer .............1 L. Buckland n.o. .......................14 B. Cripps c. L. Jones b. P. Hammer ..........................2 Extras ......................................10 Total .........................................78 Bowling: D. Jones 3/19, M. Greenway 0/14, J. Rumbold 2/18, P. Hammer 5/23, T. Nelson 0/1. 1st innings Won Miners P. Hammer c. B. Cripps b. G. Tanner ..........................28 L. Jones c. B. Cripps b. R. Lewis ...........................16 G. Peters c. A. Starret b. G. Tanner ............................7 D. Jones b. G. Tanner .................0 T. Nelson b. L. Buckland ...........7 S. Ivekovic b. L. Buckland.........2 J. Rumbold c. R. Lewis b. G. Tanner ............................5 K. Smith c. J. Chaseling b. R. Lewis ...........................49 A. Zanella c. B. Cripps b. D. Lacasa..........................26 P. Loos n.o. .................................5 Extras ......................................19 Total .......................................164 Bowling: D. Lacasa 1/33, J. Chaseling 0/55, R. Lewis 2/23, H. Buckland 0/15, L. Buckland 2/8, G. Tanner 4/26. 2nd innings Foster R. Dower n.o. ...........................19 J. Chaseling c. L. Jones b. S. Ivekovic .......................32
POOWONG-LOCH d KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Poowong-Loch A. Sheedy b. A. Barklay...........26 B. Hall lbw. b. R. Duff ...............5 P. Dixon c. A. Barklay b. S. Tapscott ........................33 L. Miller c. J. Bastwrous b. S. Tapscott ........................ 11 J. Patullo c. R. Gardiner b. S. Tapscott ........................26 A. Johnson b. D. Blackney.........1 G. Birnie c. J. Bastwrous b. R. Duff .............................20 B. Nicholls c. D. Blackney b. S. Tapscott ..........................4 J. Patullo c. D. Blackney b. R. Duff .............................17 S. Head c. R. Gardiner b. S. Tapscott ..........................0 T. Sheedy n.o..............................3 Extras ......................................21 Total .......................................167 Bowling: R. Duff 3/48, D. Blackney 1/19, A. Barklay 1/21, S. Tapscott 5/48, D. Matheson 0/13, D. Ferguson 0/15. 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass R. Gardiner c. J. Patullo b. J. Patullo...........................31 S. Tapscott lbw. b. S. Head.......13 D. Pipicelli c. A. Sheedy b. J. Patullo...........................24 D. Ferguson r.o. ........................10 A. Barklay b. G. Birnie ............31 R. Duff lbw. b. G. Birnie ..........18 D. Blackney b. S. Head ..............2 J. Bastwrous b. S. Head .............1 R. Duff c. A. Johnson b. S. Head ...............................4 D. Matheson b. S. Head .............3 T. Carr n.o. .................................1 Extras ......................................26 Total .......................................165 Bowling: L. Miller 0/45, S. Head 5/21, G. Birnie 2/36, B. Hall 0/11, A. Sheedy 0/14, J. Patullo 0/8, J. Patullo 1/19, A. Johnson 0/3.
One to hit: Koonwarra/LRSL keeper Brad Anderson pulled off two stumpings on Saturday, but could only watch here as Town batsman Jareth Hume’s cut to backward point in the midst of his 16 run innings. More photos at www.mdphotos.net
• VCCL State Under 21’s
Gippsland up with the best GIPPSLAND Under 21’s has made the final of the state Under 21’s after defeating Northern Rivers (Shepparton area) at Churchill on Sunday. Gippsland won the toss and batted on a good pitch and after 50 over’s were 9 for 258. Mitch Membrey 67, Thomas Wyatt 44 and Bohdi Walker 41. Northern Rivers made 9 for 208. Gippsland bowlers: Bohdi Walker 3 wickets, Jack Reichel 2 wickets Ben Foon 1 wicket and 3 runouts. The other game that decided the team Gippsland played was Barwon (Geelong area) 5 for 296 defeating Central Highland (Ballarat area) 9 for 167. The other two games, Western Waves(Warnambool) 6 for 245 def Mallee Murray 7 for 233 and Norh East Country (Wodonga) 234 def South East Country (Peninsula) 9 for224 Gippsland Pride will play Barwon on December 6 at a venue to be decided.
Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 7 - November 28 & December 5 Home team Grade A1 Won Workmens Nerrena Imperials Korumburra Grade A2 Poowong-Loch Miners MDU Koon L/RSL Grade B1 Town Inverloch OMK Phillip Island Grade B2 Glen Alvie Kilcunda-Bass Foster Poowong-Loch Grade C1 Inverloch Nerrena Won Workmens Korumburra Grade C2 Kilcunda-Bass Won Miners Koon L/RSL Poowong-Loch
Away Team
Ground
Umpire
v v v v
OMK Inverloch Town Phillip Island
Butch W Nerr L Turf Kor Rec
G. Laird L. White J. Curry C. Salmon
v v v v
Foster Glen Alvie Kilcunda-Bass Bye
Loch T. Rogers Won Rec A. Jordan Meen G. Adams
v v v v
MDU Nerrena Won Workmens Koon L/RSL
SP 1 Inv Rec Outt Cowes
A. Stride M. Heenan G. Wightman A. Roberts
v v v v
Imperials Won Miners Korumburra Bye
GA Bass FGC
G. Goss T. Grace I. Richards
v v v v
Town OMK Phillip Island MDU
WSC L Velo McMhn KSC
N. Barnes N. Graydon N. Grabham I. Thomas
v v v v
OMK Bass 2 B. Bek Glen Alvie Won Nth K. Scrimshaw Won Workmens Koon TBA Bye
Any person interested in umpiring contact Graham Laird 0408 454 741. Please note all games start at 1pm. Umpire meeting will be held on December 8 at Bairs Hotel at 7.30pm.
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• A Grade Division One
Centuries abound in A Grade THREE cricketers scored centuries in A Grade Division One and in all three cases this enabled the club they represented to win through in the game.
The most interesting and closest tussle was between two of the top four sides Inverloch and Workers. Batting first in this twoday game played on Saturday and Sunday was Workers and it must have been disappointed with the 136 it managed to score with Mitchell Thomas top scoring with 46. Taking the bulk of the wickets for Inverloch were Lewis Rankin and Darius Matthews with three apiece. Despite the low score Workers must have thought they were in with a big chance having Inverloch 6/30 at one stage with only Dylan Clark sticking around. In a magnificent knock of 100 Clark managed to hit 12 fours and four sixes despite wickets falling all around him.
Even at 9/134 Inverloch still needed three runs to win and Clark managed to get the club over the line before being the last bat to fall. Scott Williams took a fine 5/38 for the losing team, Workers. Town got its first win of the season on the board with a solid 6/252 win over Korumburra 180 at Scorpion Park. The Scorpions opened up first on its pristine turf wicket and managed its 252 with the help of a big innings by Madura Weerasinghe-Silva of 86 with support from Jake Burge, 47 not out. In reply the Cobras made a disappointing 180, Kallan Rigby making 42. Amila Ratnaike was the main destroyer, taking 4/37 for the victors. OMK batted itself to victory at Outtrim on the weekend when it batted first and made 5/325 to defeat Imperials 8/267. The Diggers’ victory came off the back of a century to Tom Wyatt 102 not out and a 90 to Jason Wilson. Imperials tried hard with Gary Sauvarin at the top end
making 37 and Tim Sauvarin not out 61, meaning Tim could go back up the order this week! Jake Cochrane 4/78 was the best of the Diggers’ bowlers. Phillip Island got its second win for the season after its 6/221 was good enough to defeat Nerrena’s 172. Opening for the Island at Cowes Lachie Cleeland’s 107 was the highlight of this match while for Nerrena Tim Wightman had a good match taking 2/76 then backing this up with 61 not out and Mitchell Clark 38. Charith Keerthisinghe took 4/52 for the Island.
TOWN d KORUMBURRA 1st innings Town M. Weerasinghe Silva c. I. Osman b. K. Dorman........................86 Z. Trease c. D. Salmon b. S. Dole................................5 M. Borschman c. D. Salmon b. K. Rigby ...........................12 A. Ratnaike b. S. Dole .............39 J. Burge n.o. .............................47 N. Johnston r.o. ..........................5 D. Burge c. A. Meade b. N. Fairbank ......................36 A. Hickey n.o. ..........................13 Extras ........................................9 Total .............................6/252 (cc)
Bowling: A. Meade 0/23, L. Zanchetta 0/88, K. Dorman 1/33, S. Dole 2/75, S. Hayes 0/0, K. Rigby 1/5, N. Fairbank 1/23. 1st innings Korumburra P. Dunlevie lbw. b. M. Weerasinghe Silva ......19 D. Salmon lbw. b. A. Ratnaike.........................6 K. Rigby c. Z. Trease b. A. Hickey .........................42 S. Dole b. A. Ratnaike..............31 I. Osman c. M. Weerasinghe Silva b. A. Ratnaike.......................15 N. Fairbank b. M. Weerasinghe Silva ......19 K. Dorman b. A. Ratnaike..........1 L. Zanchetta r.o. .......................23 J. Cook n.o. ................................5 S. Hayes stp. L. Smith b. M. Weerasinghe Silva ........0 A. Meade b. M. Borschman .......2 Extras ......................................17 Total .......................................180 Bowling: A. Ratnaike 4/37, M. Borschman 1/31, M. Weerasinghe Silva 3/67, A. Hickey 1/33. PHILLIP ISLAND d NERRENA 1st innings Phillip Island L. Cleeland c. D. Symmons b. T. Wightman ...................107 B. Johnston c. b. C. Savage...... 11 R. Cleeland r.o............................2 T. Hettiarachchi r.o. ..................30 J. Keating c. D. Baldi b. R. Joy .................................7 M. Young n.o............................38 S. Boyack lbw.
b. T. Wightman .......................1 C. Keerthisinghe n.o. ...............17 Extras ........................................8 Total .............................6/221 (cc) Bowling: R. Joy 1/53, J. Trease 0/33, C. Savage 1/25, R. Clark 0/20, T. Wightman 2/76, D. Symmons 0/8. 1st innings Nerrena M. Clark b. C. Keerthisinghe ...38 L. Roberts b. S. Kirton ...............2 D. Baldi b. S. Kirton ..................2 C. Savage c&b. C. Keerthisinghe..........24 D. Symmons c. G. Odgers b. J. Cox .................................0 P. Matheson lbw. b. T. Hettoiarachchi ..............13 T. Wightman n.o. ......................61 R. Clark c&b. C. Keerthisinghe............3 C. Salmon b. S. Boyack ...........17 R. Joy c. J. Cox b. C. Keerthisinghe ................5 J. Trease b. J. Cox ......................0 Extras ........................................7 Total ..................................10/172 Bowling: S. Boyack 1/31, S. Kirton 2/33, C. Keerthisinghe 4/52, J. Cox 2/17, A. Thomas 0/13, T. Hettiarachchi 1/21, R. Cleeland 0/1. OMK d IMPERIALS 1st innings OMK A. Rose c. T. Sauvarin b. J. Ginnane ........................59 J. Van Rooye b. T. Sauvarin .......1 A. Miller c. D. Lunn b. R. McLennan....................37 M. Chasemore c. S. Graham
b. R. McLennan......................0 J. Wilson c. Z. Price b. T. Sauvarin .......................90 T. Wyatt n.o. ...........................102 J. Cochrane n.o.........................20 Extras ......................................16 Total .............................5/325 (cc) Bowling: Z. Price 0/80, T. Sauvarin 2/83, J. Ginnane 1/74, D. Ginnane 0/42, L. Rogers 0/13, R. McLennan 2/24. 1st innings Imperials G. Sauvarin c&b. J. Cochrane ..37 D. Lunn c. A. Jenkins b. P. Dell .................................2 R. Higgins c. J. Van Rooye b. P. Dell .................................9 S. Graham c. A. Rose b. J. Cochrane.......................10 L. Rogers c. J. Van Rooye b. J. Cochrane.......................31 J. Ginnane c. A. Rose b. J. Cochrane.........................4 T. Williams lbw. b. M. Chasemore ..................40 R. McLennan c. A. Rose b. D. Lloyd ...........................29 T. Sauvarin n.o. ........................61 D. Ginnane n.o. ........................29 Extras ......................................15 Total ....................................8/267 Bowling: A. Jenkins 0/38, P. Dell 2/36, J. Cochrane 4/78, M. Chasemore 1/34, C. Chasemore 0/40, D. Lloyd 1/22, A. McKinnon 0/11. INVERLOCH d WON WORKMENS 1st innings Won Workmens S. Huitema lbw. b. R. Thomas ...4
J. Sheerin c. C. Tait b. K. Rotthier..........................2 M. Thomas c. W. Taberner b. L. Rankin..........................46 R. Thomas lbw. b. K. Rotthier........................33 T. Hooper lbw. b. L. Rankin.......0 B. Osborne b. D. Mathews .......20 J. Thomas b. R. Thomas .............0 K. Brann b. L. Rankin ..............12 M. McCall c. C. Tait b. D. Mathews ........................5 S. Willliams n.o. .........................0 Z. Macdermid b. D. Mathews ....0 Extras ......................................14 Total .......................................136 Bowling: R. Thomas 2/19, K. Rotthier 2/30, T. McQualter 0/25, L. Rankin 3/32, D. Mathews 3/26. 1st innings Inverloch W. Taberner c. K. Brann b. S. Williams .......................10 B. Debono c. J. Thomas b. S. Williams .........................3 W. Rankin lbw. b. S. Williams ...3 T. McQualter c. K. Brann b. Z. Macdermid.....................7 C. Tait c. K. Brann b. Z. Macdermid.....................2 N. Brayley lbw. b. J. Sheerin .....1 K. Rotthier c&b. S. Williams .....9 D. Clark b. S. Williams ..........100 D. Mathews r.o. ........................12 L. Rankin b. J. Sheerin ...............0 R. Thomas n.o. ...........................0 Extras ........................................6 Total .......................................153 Bowling: R. Thomas 0/7, S. Williams 5/38, J. Sheerin 2/56, Z. Macdermid 2/39, T. Hooper 0/10.
• A Grade Division Two
MDU maintains superiority MDU remains a clear leader in A Grade Division Two with a record of five wins from six rounds.
On the weekend in the two day fixture MDU 193 had a solid win over Koonwarra/LRSL 151. Thanks to knocks of 32 from Nick Eddy and 43 from Joel Sinclair and later 44 from veteran Craig Hoober, it was enough to get United a good total batting first. Nick Arnup 4/30 and Jason Kennedy 3/23 bowled tight lines for the Cougars. In reply Koony bats got the starts but couldn’t make solid partnerships, run mak-
er Sam Hughes out for 28 and Ben Perry 24 when they should have gone on with the job. Later on Nev Toms made 35 but the Cougars pulled up well short. Poowong Loch 200 managed to pull off a win against the higher rated Kilcunda/Bass. Killy/Bass won the toss and batted with just Andrew Donohue 69 making anything decent in a disappointing 111 total. Matt Loader 4/24 and C Knox 3/36 dominated the attack for P/Loch. In reply P/Loch’s 200 was led by a fine 69 from Wilson Pollock. Chris Elliott’s 3/2 from five overs was impressive for the Killy
Here it comes: Ben Perry took 1/25 for Koonwarra/ LRSL including the prized wicket of MDU captain Nick Eddy for 32. More photos at www.mdphotos.net
Bass boys. In the final match Foster made a fare fist of this match with 140 before going down to Wonthaggi Miners 9/171. Tyler Smith’s 74 got the ball rolling well for the Tigers. Had the partnership with Frazer Griggs, 30 runs, progressed it could have been a different outcome. Daniel Loos’ figures of 3/5 were impressive for the Miners. In reply Miners, thanks to 46 from Cameron Thomas and 36 from Ryan Birkett, looked to have this one well in control. KILCUNDA-BASS def by POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass B. Joseph c. M. Hancock b. M. Loader...........................2 A. Oats c. K. Miller b. M. Loader...........................4 A. Donohue n.o. .......................69 J. Bastwrous c. K. Miller b. M. Loader...........................0 P. Palmer c. A. Fisher b. M. Loader...........................4 T. Aplin c. K. Miller b. B. Monson ........................12 T. Smith c. K. Miller b. C. Knox ..............................0 C. Elliott b. M. Allen..................7 S. Leman c. M. Loader b. C. Knox ..............................5 C. Peckett r.o. .............................0 D. Bettles c&b. C. Knox ............0 Extras ........................................8 Total ....................................... 111 Bowling: M. Hancock 0/20, M. Loader 4/24, C. Knox 3/36, B. Monson 1/12, M. Allen 1/19. 1st innings Poowong-Loch C. Knox c. J. Bastwrous b. T. Smith ............................13 A. Bardwell c. A. Oats b. T. Smith ............................24 W. Pollock c. A. Oats b. C. Elliott ...........................69 T. Allen b. N. Sadler...................6 K. Miller c. A. Oats b. C. Elliott .............................0 R. Attenborough c. C. Peckett b. S. Leman ..........................22 M. Hancock b. N. Sadler ............9 A. Fisher c. J. Bastwrous b. S. Leman ..........................17 B. Monson n.o. ......................... 11 M. Loader c. T. Aplin b. C. Elliott .............................0 M. Allen b. D. Bettles ................6 Extras ......................................23 Total .......................................200
Pull shot: Joel Sinclair hits out for MDU on his way to 43 runs. More photos at www.mdphotos.net Bowling: S. Leman 2/39, T. Smith 2/38, D. Bettles 1/28, A. Donohue 0/18, C. Peckett 0/34, C. Elliott 3/2, N. Sadler 2/27. 2nd innings Kilcunda-Bass B. Joseph n.o. ...........................21 J. Bastwrous c. b. N. Allen .........0 T. Smith n.o. ...............................8 Extras ........................................4 Total ......................................1/33 Bowling: M. Hancock 0/4, M. Loader 0/5, N. Allen 1/6, A. Fisher 0/8, B. Monson 0/0, M. Allen 0/9. KOONWARRA L/RSL def by MDU 1st innings MDU M. Martin b. N. Arnup ...............8 N. Eddy c. N. Arnup b. B. Perry ............................32 M. Patching c&b. N. Arnup .......0 W. Prosser c. J. Hughes b. J. Kennedy........................18 J. Sinclair b. K. Thorne ............43 M. Cantwell b. N. Arnup..........26 M. Olden stp. J. Hughes b. S. Sperling ..........................2 G. Webster b. J. Kennedy ...........0 C. Hoober c. B. Perry
b. J. Kennedy........................44 L. Mercer n.o..............................4 M. Kewming c. J. Hughes b. N. Arnup.............................3 Extras ......................................13 Total .......................................193 Bowling: J. Kennedy 3/23, N. Arnup 4/30, S. Sperling 1/63, B. Perry 1/25, K. Thorne 1/26, N. Liyanage 0/15. 1st innings Koonwarra L/RSL S. Hughes c. M. Martin b. M. Olden ..........................28 L. Enter c. N. Eddy b. M. Patching ........................1 J. Moore c. M. Martin b. M. Patching ........................4 B. Perry c. G. Webster b. L. Mercer..........................24 N. Liyanage c. M. Cantwell b. M. Patching ......................15 S. Sperling c. M. Martin b. M. Cantwell......................10 J. Hughes c. M. Martin b. M. Kewming ......................6 N. Grimes lbw. b. M. Cantwell........................0 N. Toms c. M. Cantwell b. M. Olden ..........................35
N. Arnup b. M. Cantwell..........12 K. Thorne n.o. ............................7 Extras ........................................9 Total .......................................151 Bowling: M. Cantwell 3/30, M. Patching 3/25, M. Olden 2/30, N. Eddy 0/22, L. Mercer 1/10, M. Kewming 1/26. FOSTER def by WON MINERS 1st innings Foster G. Watkins c. J. Piasente b. J. Loos ................................5 M. Lynch c. J. O’Reilly b. J. Piasente...........................9 O. Straw b. J. Loos .....................1 T. Smith c. J. Loos b. D. Loos.............................74 F. Griggs c. D. Lambert b. R. Birkett ..........................30 D. Hateley c. C. Thomas b. R. Birkett ............................0 J. Prain r.o. .................................4 L. Edgelow b. D. Loos ...............1 D. Walker b. D. Loos .................2 A. Straw n.o. ..............................2 H. Griggs b. R. Birkett ...............1 Extras ...................................... 11 Total .........................................40
Bowling: R. Birkett 3/38, J. Loos 2/43, J. Piasente 1/27, P. Nelson 0/22, D. Lambert 0/3, D. Loos 3/5. 1st innings Won Miners G. Kent c. M. Lynch b. A. Straw..............................3 B. Andrighetto c. M. Lynch b. D. Walker .........................21 C. Thomas c. G. Watkins b. J. Prain..............................46 D. Lambert c. J. prain b. F. Griggs ........................... 11 D. Loos r.o................................31 J. O’Reilly c. G. Watkins b. A. Straw..............................3 R. Birkett n.o. ...........................36 A. Honeysett c. D. Hateley b. H. Griggs ............................5 J. Loos c. M. Lynch b. L. Edgelow ....................... 11 J. Piasente c. D. Hateley b. L. Edgelow .........................0 Extras ........................................4 Total .......................... 9/171 (dec) Bowling: F. Griggs 1/23, A. Straw 2/20, D. Walker 1/24, O. Straw 0/13, H. Griggs 1/29, L. Edgelow 2/39, J. Prain 1/22.
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Korumburra hosts jumpers HUNDREDS of horses and riders travelled to Korumburra on the weekend, to compete in the annual 2015 Holden Show Jumping Classic. Held on Saturday and Sunday, nearly 20 classes were held from 75cm to 130cms.
Up and over: Melissa Robertson from Narre Warren and her horse Copabella Gamelon competed in the 2015 Holden Show Jumping Classic held at Korumburra on Saturday and Sunday. Ready to go: Brittany Clissold from Mirboo North and her horse Monty competed in the 2015 Holden Show Jumping Classic held at the Korumburra Showgrounds on Saturday and Sunday.
Winning team: Jumbunna’s Sarah Joyce and her horse Albert had a successful day at the 2015 Holden Show Jumping Classic held at Korumburra on Saturday, placing first in the 85cm class.
Jumping joy: Samuel Robertson and his horse Copabella Volcanic from Narre Warren went around the course at Korumburra on Saturday, as part of the 2015 Holden Show Jumping Classic.
Australia rues early inaccuracy AUSTRALIA went down to Ireland in the Virgin Australia International Rules Series match in Dublin on Saturday.
Two from one town: from left, Dyson Heppell and Jarryd Roughead with girlfriends Kate and Sarah all decked out for a day at Croke Park in Dublin on Saturday for the international rules game against Ireland.
Australia fell short by four points in a dramatic comeback at Croke Park and Ireland has regained the Cormac McAnallen trophy. Inaccuracy in front of goal early in the match may have cost Australia the match and saw it trail-
ing by 20 points at half time despite it having only one fewer scoring shots. In a thrilling finish the boys from down south came within three points with three minutes to play. Home grown Dyson Heppell was one of those who helped to bring Australia back into the fray winning the ball through the middle and running at the Irish. Heppell was named amongst the best on ground and in a post on
Facebook said, “I loved playing alongside my fellow Leongatha Parrot (Jarryd Roughead) tonight. “Wouldn’t quite take the chocolates against the Irish but it was a ripping game and an awesome experience.” Ireland 1.5.0 3.8.1 3.10.2 3.11.5 (56) Australia 0.4.1 0.6.5 0.11.6 1.13.7 (52) Australia Goals: Betts Ireland Goals: O’Shea
2, McManus Australia Overs: Gray 3, Riewoldt 3, Betts 2, Roughead, Ballantyne, Montagna, Mundy, Breust Ireland Overs: Brogan 4, McManus 3, Connolly, O’Shea, Keegan, Hughes Australia Best: Taylor, Mitchell, Breust, Gaff, Heppell, Betts, Riewoldt Ireland Best: O’Shea, Brogan, McManus, Keegan Official crowd: 38,387 at Croke Park, Dublin
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