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Milking time: Scott and Tamara Loughridge of Poowong pose with their cows used in the hand milking competition at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo at Korumburra last week. Attendances were up by 10 per cent to 1200 people and more than 130 exhibitors took part. Full coverage on pages 27, 28, 46 and 47.

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A $76 MILLION redeveloopment of the former Bonllac factory at Toora will creaate 150 jobs and make $300 million worth of product for m eexport each year.

The announcement by the nnew owners of the factory last Thursday, signals rising business T cconfidence in South Gippsland.

A $15 million stockfeed mill bbeing built at Lang Lang - the bbiggest stock feed manufacturing mill in Australia – and construcm ttion of a new $800,000 engineering workshop in Leongatha are in aalso underway.

Funton Holdings has bought the Toora factory to establish an th infant milk formula production in facility to supply the Chinese market.

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“Victoria is the ‘garden state’, so we want this to be a garden factory. We aim to make it as environmentally friendly, and use as much green energy as we can,”

Mr Li said.

Mr Li said once the permit to go ahead with the redevelopment is received, a site for local community groups and committees to use will be made available within the factory grounds.

Continued on page 6.

Hooray for Toora: Dajian Li, Cr Jeanette Harding, Deputy Premier Peter Ryan, Cr Kieran Kennedy and South Gippsland Shire Council director of development services Phil Stone rejoice at the prospect of new industry in Toora.

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Dajian Li from Funton Holdings said once the factory is fully operational, it will provide around 150 jobs.

“We are waiting on approval for the development and once we receive it, we will start stage one of the project,” Mr Li said.

“We expect that once approval is received, it will take around six months before the factory is manufacturing product.”

Mr Li said the new owners had many reasons for choosing the Toora site; one being the help and support received from South Gippsland Shire Council and the State Government.

“We have received a lot of support from council and the government; they have been very positive,” he said.

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By Jane Ross A RECORD 26 people want to be Bass Coast Shire councillors.

And according to the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) that’s the equal highest number with comparable municipalities in country Victoria.

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But both fall short of metropolitan Melton where constituents will have to mark ballot papers bearing 72 names.

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wards, with Leadbeater attracting the most. Five people are seeking to represent that ward vacated by mayor Cr Veronica Dowman, who is retiring from council.

Leadbeater is at the Grantville end of the shire.

Former mayor Neville Goodwin once said Cr Dowman was one of the hardest working councillors he had ever known.

Cr Jane Daly is retiring too. Crs Gareth Barlow and Phil Wright are standing against each other in Churchill Ward. With only one vacancy, one of those men won’t be returned, so the council will be losing three experienced members.

Hovell (Wonthaggi) and Townsend (Inverloch) have four candidates each, including respective incumbents John Duscher and Ross Smith. The others are Roger Thorrowgood, Murray Hooper and Jordan Crugnale for

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Townsend and Neil Rankine, Jessica Harrison and Alan Brown for Hovell.

Three of the overall candidates are former mayors of the shire. They are John Duscher, Miranda Sage (Anderson) and Peter Paul, who had announced a temporary retirement from council, but changed his mind and lodged an 11th hour nomination for Thompson Ward.

He said on Friday his personal circumstances had changed, freeing him to stand.

Cr Paul was mayor two years ago. If elected, this will be his third council term and he believes strongly in the value of experience. He told The Star he’s happy to work with anybody who has the community’s interests at heart.

Mr Brown is a former State Transport Minister and Victorian Agent-General in London. His political career started when he was the youngest mayor of the former Borough of Wonthaggi. He now farms in the shire and has gathered a group of candidates nominating in each ward, calling them the reform team. He and his team are vocal in their criticism of council expenditure.

Mr Brown and his opponents in Hovell all have high community profiles and the outcome is expected to be close.

Mr Brown has told The Star if his team is elected, he expects to be mayor.

Three of the council candidates have been active anti desalination plant protesters. They are Neil Rankine, Jessica Harrison and Maurice Schinkel. Mr Schinkel is a regular in the public gallery at council meetings, frequently seeking responses during community question time.

Candidates for the single vacancy wards in ballot paper order are: Hovell: Neil Rankine, Jessica Harrison, Alan Brown, John Duscher.

Townsend: Roger Thorrowgood, Ross Smith, Murray Hooper, Jordan Crugnale.

Anderson: Andy Chappell, Bradley Drew and Miranda Sage.

Leadbeater: Simon Lord, Daniel Marshall, Zena Benbow, Clare Le Serve, David Trigg.

Churchill: Phil Wright, Gareth Barlow, Caroline Talbot.

Thompson: Maurice Schinkel, Andrew Phillips, Peter Paul.

McHaffie: Peter Foden, Kimberley Brown, Gabby Fenech, Grant Smith.

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Renominating: Miranda Sage is also a former Bass Coast mayor. She’s standing for Anderson Ward.

In or out: either Phil Wright (above) or Gareth Barlow will lose their council seat because they’re standing against each other.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 3

COUNCIL ELECTIONS 2012 Chase for votes is on THE ballot has been drawn for South Gippsland Shire Council elections this month.

Welcome aboard: new Tarwin Valley Ward councillor-elect Don Hill (left) is congratulated by Sydney Swans fan and sitting councillor Kieran Kennedy. Cr Kennedy is seeking renomination to Coastal Promontory Ward.

Ward not contested COUNCILLORS representing the Tarwin Valley Ward have already been confirmed, with the ward uncontested in the upcoming elections.

Current councillor Jim Fawcett will retain his seat, while newcomers Don Hill and Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks are automatically councillors.

Current Tarwin Valley Ward councillors Mimmie Jackson and David Lewis have not re-nominated.

Mr Hill said he held mixed feelings over the result.

“In one way, I was disappointed that more candidates did not stand

so that we could have had an election,” he said.

“I have done quite a lot of work in the last six to 12 months and I was keen to get some feedback from the voters. I was very keen to see how I would have come up against Jim Fawcett.

“But I can assure everyone that I am keen to represent the ward and attempt to follow the footsteps of David Lewis and continue the good work that he has done, particularly in the Mirboo North area.”

Mr Hill said council faced a challenge in managing its finances and the new council needed to “think outside the square” to find solutions.

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South Gippsland Shire Council elections: attending the ballot last Tuesday in Leongatha were candidates Lorraine Brunt, Ian Nicholas, Andrew McEwen, David Amor and Frank Hirst. All nominated in the Strzelecki Ward.

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Six candidates have nominated for seats in the Strzelecki Ward and four in the Coastal-Promontory Ward, while only three have nominated for the Tarwin Valley Ward, leaving it uncontested.

Thirteen candidates have nominated for seats across the three wards.

The Strzelecki Ward will be the most heavily contested, with six candidates, while only one candidate will miss out on a spot in the CoastalPromontory Ward, with four candidates.

Current councillor Mohya Davies was more than happy with her name coming up first in the Coastal-Promontory Ward, while David Amor’s name will appear first on the Strzelecki Ward ballot paper.

There are plenty of new faces vying for spots on council, with only four current councillors re-nominating: Cr Davies, Cr Jim Fawcett, Cr Jeanette Harding and Cr Bob Newton.

Andrew McEwen, Ian Nicholas, Frank Hirst, Lorraine Brunt, Cr Newton and Mr Amor will contest Strzelecki Ward.

Mr McEwen will be campaigning for “a sustainable financial strategy to curb rate rises”, as well as ban on coal seam gas exploration and mining.

Mr Nicholas shares similar views on coal seam gas and also wants to “ensure all services are delivered in an efficient and sustainable way that provides real value for money”.

On the other hand, Mr Hirst believes shire councils require “governance from councillors who don’t come with fixed agendas and ideas, but with an ability and willingness to understand and contribute to reasoned argument”.

He also believes successful councillors should then make decisions in the best long-term interests of the communities they serve.

In the meantime, departing councillors are enjoying their final few

meetings, with Cr Kieran Kennedy donning a Sydney Swans jersey to council’s public presentation session last Wednesday, in support of the side’s premiership win against Hawthorn on Saturday.

He said he was torn though, as despite being a supporter of the Swans since their day as the South Melbourne Football Club, he had family ties to the Hawks. Mr Kennedy’s cousin’s son is Hawthorn backman Tom Murphy.

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Music benefits surgery

By Jane Ross OVER nearly 50 years of practising medicine, Ron Murley has developed a theory.

He believes trainee doctors who are musical make the best surgeons.

It’s to do with brain and finger dexterity connections and he’s seen it often.

Ron himself is a case in point. He plays the double bass in five different musical groups and spent the last five years of his medical life performing surgery at Wonthaggi Hospital.

In the week before he retired, he did 26 operations!

Having just turned 70, Ron has retired. He’s toying with taking his musician/surgeon idea into a PhD and he’d love to do that at Oxford, “where the world’s intellect would be in one room with you”. He thinks it an unlikely dream.

Still, doors have opened for him throughout his career; one he feels immensely privileged to have been able to pursue.

“I was told early on that a medical degree is a passport to anywhere in the world and to explore options and opportunities.”

And he’s done so.

He’s been a GP, procedural anaesthetist, general practice psychiatrist, surgeon and lecturer. He also spent 28 years in the Army Reserve and was due to be posted to Vietnam when Hong Kong ’Flu swept through parts of Papua New Guinea, spending six weeks in the highlands giving 10,000 injections.

“It was really remote, very rugged country. We flew in and out by helicopter. I lived with cannibals.”

Ron grew up in his parent’s milk bar in the rough part of St Kilda,

where efforts to put food on the table were paramount, the struggle ongoing.

Ron is the only member of his family to have attended university and he became a doctor by default.

“I was fairly aimless,” he recalled.

“But I got good enough marks in matric (Year 12) to qualify for a Commonwealth scholarship.”

He wanted to be a science teacher, but when he worked out he’d get more value from his scholarship by taking a six-year medical degree rather than a three-year teaching one, medicine won out.

Lining up at lectures with the sons of doctors, Ron sensed strong competition from the first day, realising he’d have to “pound my brain”. It worked; he gained honours in his first year.

Having grown up in St Kilda, Ron had an innate understanding of human nature which held him in good stead all his professional life.

“I’ve always had a good rapport with patients. You have to put yourself inside their mind and be a jump ahead.”

In March 1967, Dr Ron Murley moved to Korumburra to join the busy practice of the Lapin brothers, Muir and Allen.

“They were brilliant in nurturing and encouraging me. I don’t think my career could have been better, thanks to the Lapins.”

Ron said it took his mentors five years to train him.

He stayed with them for 28 years, during which time the Korumburra Hospital was rebuilt five times. Major changes in technology and electronics prompted Ron to continually make bids to the hospital committee of management for new equipment. He was quickly dubbed “the gadget man”.

One such item was a laparoscope.

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Rewarding life: Dr Ron Murley has retired from medical practice, most of which has been conducted in South Gippsland. brought his laparoscope on monthly visits to Korumburra, carrying it in the boot of his car. It had to be sterilised before use, re-sterilised and packed back in the boot, an arduous process.

When Ron and the Drs Lapin, who were all on the hospital board, sought

money to buy a laparoscope, a couple of committee colleagues suggested the doctors were motivated by money.

But the item was purchased and dubbed the “Lapinoscope”.

Ron quit the medical practice because of health problems and spent 15

months running a clinic at the Korumburra office of Gippsland Psychiatric Services for patients with schizophrenia. That resulted in him doing a masters degree in general practice psychiatry.

“I was interested to know if, at 55, my brain still worked!”

After recovering his health, Dr Murley accepted an invitation to work as a GP at Foster, maintaining an operating list there when he transferred to surgery at Wonthaggi.

Apart from huge technological advances in medicine, two other innovations have not been appealing.

One is “Dr Google”; the other litigation.

Ron said retiring has lifted the constant weight of the latter, while the former is something doctors endure, with patients coming in saying they know what ails them and what treatment they need.

“Dr Google is usually wrong.”

He is hoping the advent of new electronic medical records will help prevent the repetition of tests when patients seek second opinions.

Ron gave a classic example from early in his career. He said a patient came to him with obvious symptoms of appendicitis. He rang a hospital, booked a theatre and a surgeon and asked if he could attend because he hadn’t seen an appendicectomy performed.

He discovered a second surgeon and second theatre had been booked for the same patient, who had come to him for a second opinion but hadn’t said so.

Neither surgeon could work out whose patient she was, so she was transferred to a larger hospital for someone else to deal with.

In retirement Ron plans to pursue his music, go fishing and attend to some home maintenance and carpentry.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 5

Desal milestone reached DESPITE a six month delay and no current need for water, those involved in the construction of the Victorian Desalination Project are proud of their achievements.

The first drinking water from the desal finally flowed into the Cardinia Reservoir last week, however once all water testing is complete, the plant will go into maintenance, with no water ordered from the State Government.

Order or no order, head of operations at Theiss Degremont, Mike Jury, said they have reached “a major milestone for the project” and denied suggestions the achievement was an “anti-climax”.

“It’s been quite an experience getting to this stage,” he said.

“As you can imagine, some of us have been on this project for four or five years.

“Seeing what we have in front of us is quite a personal and professional achievement; it’s quite something, and I’m not just talking about myself.

“The 10,000 guys that have been

through this I’m sure will be feeling exactly the same.”

Mr Jury said while they would love the desal to be running at 100 per cent capacity, the staff fully understood the plant was only here as “an insurance to protect the water supply to Victoria”.

“It’s here to ensure that we have an independent rainfall supply,” he said.

“The day will come when we are required, and we will be ready to start up and to run, and that is our goal.”

Questioned whether he believed the desal would ever run at capacity, Mr Jury said it was difficult to predict.

“It’s totally dependent on the seasons and even though I don’t wish it upon anybody, seasons are cyclical, and droughts come and go,” he said.

“The concept of a plant like this is we’re a solution to a problem you might not know you have yet.”

At present, only one-third of the plant has been commissioned, with final work expected to be completed by the end of December.

Up to 400 workers remain on-site, however this will drop to only 52 operational staff at completion.

New council faces tough decisions

By Brad Lester THE new South Gippsland Shire Council will must show leadership in finding savings to pay for a $4.6 million superannuation bill.

That was the call by Cr Jim Fawcett at last Wednesday’s council meeting, when councillors called for a review of options for saving money to pay the defined benefits shortfall, plus deal with $325,000 less State Government grants due to previous overpayment and other cost pressures.

Council faces a $4.6 million payment on July 1, 2013, under a defined benefits superannuation scheme that guaranteed employees a certain amount. Any shortfall was to be covered by councils.

The new council will received a report from officers in December, suggesting ways of improving council’s finances.

“I urge candidates to recognise that there is a considerable financial impost to be managed in the term of the next four years,” Cr Fawcett said.

“They need to be aware of that when making promises.”

Cr David Lewis said council must tackle the problem in a “slightly more aggressive way”, He suggested council reduce its overhead and management costs, saying council had spent “huge money in administration and management costs during this term of council”.

Cr Lewis said council has spent a considerable sum on assets, including the purchase of the former Carino’s building and land in the Leongatha industrial estate to expand council’s depot.

“You just can’t do this when you are looking a financial problem in the eye,” he said.

Cr Lewis said the upgrading of streetlighting to lower energy usage lighting and the construction of a new cell at the Koonwarra landfill were also substantial costs to council, especially when savings would be made over a long period.

Cr Lewis said council must not cutback on services.

“The idea that if you reduce costs you must reduce services is completely wrong. If you are in a business and you have to reduce costs, you don’t reduce sales,” he said.

Cr Kieran Kennedy was critical of the Federal and State governments’ taxes on super contributions, as council had paid more than $10 million in super since 1997, plus tax.

He noted the cost of collecting the

Tastes like water: Theiss Degremont construction manager Simon Ballard and services supervisor Ricky Stewart show off the final results from the Victorian Desalination Project after years of construction.

Tastes like water

By Simone Short THE big question on everybody’s lips last week when I mentioned a trip to the Victorian Desalination Plant was: “What does the water

taste like?”

And trust me, the taste-test was what we were all waiting for at the end of our tour.

Fortunately, considering it is the most expensive drop in the state, the water is fantastic.

No terrible aftertaste, not a hint of salt and much better than what

comes out of my kitchen tap.

In fact, if the State Government doesn’t put in an order for any water over the next few years, here’s an idea – bottle it and sell it!

That might help to pay off the cost of the project in the meantime.

But overall, a 10 out of 10 for the desal water!

EPA to blitz industries

By Jane Ross THE Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is blitzing businesses in Leongatha’s industrial estate to stop pollution of local waterways.

• South Gippsland Shire Councillor, Jim Fawcett. fire service levy on behalf of the State Government would also be substantial.

Even with the super payment in consideration, council made a surplus of $2.143 million in 2011-12, although finance manager Tom Lovass said the figure was not solely cash and included assets.

“We have reduced our long term debt to $450,000 but it will go up because we will most likely have to borrow to pay off the super,” he said The financial statement was artificially buoyed by a revaluation increment of $34.36 million relating to council assets, such as roads, streets, kerb and channel, and drainage.

In his report to council at a special meeting in Leongatha recently, Mr Lovass wrote: “This favourable financial outcome does however put increased pressure on future operating results.

“The reason being, increased replacement costs of assets tend to translate into increased depreciation costs in future financial years,” adding depreciation was an expense.

Council raised revenue of $56.22 million and incurred expenses of $54.08 million.

Council received $19.36 million in grants from the Federal and State governments, with the Federal Government giving $1.63 in Roads to Recovery funding.

The balance came from the State Government for such services as roads, maternal and child health, and aged and disabled services.

EPA Gippsland manager Dieter Melzer said the authority suspects pollutants are being discharged into waterways via storm water drains.

“Incorrect management of waste flows into our waterways and causes harm to the environment,” he said. “Chemicals that enter storm water drains can kill plants and fish.”

The blitz will be conducted in conjunction with South Gippsland Water (SGW) which dealt with a trade waste “non-compliance” about 14 months ago.

SGW managing director Philippe du Plessis said the incident was significant. An unknown quantity of industrial discharge fouled the system but staff couldn’t identify what it was, nor its source. As a result, Mr du Plessis said the waste system struggled for a month or so.

He said the EPA blitz was not prompted by the incident, but when the EPA sent word of its pending actions, SGW took advantage of the opportunity.

“We always have to be vigilant,” Mr du Plessis said, “and customer education is a large part of that.”

He said SGW’s interest in the blitz is about trade waste, which should go into the waste system, not the stormwater one. Checking on that in tandem with the EPA offered “a good opportunity to do it together”.

The EPA’s Mr Melzer said the industrial estate hosts around 50 businesses.

“The focus is on the top water consumers as well as industries that pose a high risk to the environment due to the nature of their processes and practices.”

He said where necessary, businesses would be given the chance to improve their operation before EPA enforcement.

Death probe POLICE continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 52-year-old woman in Cape Paterson last week.

The woman has been identified as former Leongatha resident Marita Hughes, who had recently moved to Inverloch.

Marita has been described as a kind and loving woman with a creative flair, who was devoted to her four daughters and grandson.

Marita grew up in the Tarwin area, before raising a family in Leongatha.

Detective Sergeant John Rose said the incident was not regarded as suspicious.

“The police are putting together a brief of evidence for the coroner,” he said.

“At this stage, the Wonthaggi Criminal Investigation Unit is still investigating the case.”

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FAMDA delivers magic

By Avril van Wamel THE latest production from FAMDA more than lived up to my expectations when this Foster company came up with an excellent production of the delightful musical play, Dreamboats.

This is a show for all age groups, young and old alike and is local theatre at its very best.

Director Beth Millar shows her expertise as she directs her huge cast, including children and experienced adults through a time of fantasy, colour, magic and humour with skill, whilst delivering the message that bullying in any form is unacceptable.

The original script and lyrics for this pantomime were written by Edwin Coad with Paddy Broberg, who is also the musical director, as the composer of

the music.

The script and lyrics are meaningful and sensitive as well as humorous and the melodies are played extremely well by the eight piece band.

The four children played by Isabella Standfield, Cas Maclean, Leuca Maclean and Tyler Bindloss embrace their roles with conviction with good singing and perfect diction as their dreams appear to turn into reality.

The bullies, also convincing, are Louis Wheeler, Will Pridhan and Amy Tudor who gets a laugh from the audience every time she snorts.

These young people are ably supported by adults playing the toys Edward Bear (Stephen Ormsby), Mary Fairy (Marieke Ormsby), Banjo the Clown (Cat Wheeler) and Pirate Pete played with gusto and much enthusiasm by Jack Millar.

In cameo roles are the experienced adults hav-

ing so much fun, getting the laughs and obviously enjoying every minute of this fun production.

Ladderman (Arie Bos), Fairy Queen (Sue Dower), Queen Beeatrice (Dianne Paragreen), Pirate Chief (Geoff Harris), and Ringmaster (John Davies) make the most of every line and obviously enjoy supporting the young people.

The beautiful dance routines depicting the sprites, the honey bees, the pirates and the varied circus performers are a highlight of this wonderful family show.

Mention must be made of the colourful scenery and props, especially the beds which are turned into boats by the cast whilst still on stage.

The magnificent horse puppets that depict the dark nightmares which then turn into circus ponies and sweet dreams are a definite highlight and drew well deserved applause from the audience.

Childhood delight: Arie Bos (Ladderman), Stephen Ormsby (Edward), Morgan Munson (Circus Performer), Sue Dower (Fairy Queen), Jarvis Bindloss, Isabella Standfield (Vanessa), Summer Munson and Maddie Slaney (Water Sprites) create the magic of Dreamboats.

It was wonderful to hear children laughing and enjoying this lovely show, and to see young actors

and dancers performing with such enthusiasm.

This show is fun, fun, fun with a very special

message about the increasing problem of bullying and encouraging everyone to hold on to their dreams.

Performances continue next weekend with the final performance on Sunday, October 7. Do not miss it.

Cementing big business in Leongatha

By Helen Bowering SOME 40 truckloads of concrete were poured last Wednesday to mark the first stage of GEM Industrial Services’ $800,000 new business premises in the Leongatha industrial estate.

Due for completion early next year, the Ashenden Street site will accommodate a huge workshop, storage and machinery areas and two-storey offices.

Based in Leongatha, GEM Industrial is a privately owned company and covers the distribution and maintenance sectors of the pipeline industry across Victoria and nation-wide.

GEM specialises in complex polyethylene pipe fusion services, industrial plumbing and waste water treatment infrastructure.

The scale of projects extends from 50mm to 1600mm diameter pipelines, including cross country mechanised fusion welding in a variety of terrain such as offshore, mud flat, restricted space or heavily forested mountain regions.

While still a young company, GEM is building a reputation for innovative solutions and is seeing rapid expansion.

GEM managing director Darren Chandler has been working hard for

Concrete pour: from left, local concreter Peter Farrell, GEM Industrial Services managing director Darren Chandler of Leongatha, and concreter Jim Newton on site during the massive concreting job for the new GEM premises in the Leongatha industrial estate. the last year to see the new industrial estate project developed in Leongatha.

The company employs a core group of 10 locals and for the major projects, more staff are employed.

GEM brings to Leongatha more than 25 years direct involvement in the construction and industrial plumbing industry and has extensive experience in managing a diverse range of proj-

ects including major works for Murray Goulburn at Leongatha, Warrnambool Cheese and Butter, South Gippsland Water’s 600 metre pipeline to replace the main reservoir water supply to Le-

ongatha, bore water pipelines located at Grantville for Westernport Water, ship dredge pipeline for the dredging of the new deep sea port at Barry Beach, and more recently the controversial Morwell River diversion project at the Yallourn open cut mine.

Mr Chandler said the Morwell River diversion saw his workers on the job 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

“We had to lay three kilometers of pipeline. We had a special machine flown in overnight from Chicago, United States and the job took two months to complete. We had 20 staff, mostly locals, employed on that job,” he said.

“The business is expanding with future projects in Longford, Tasmania and Lake Glenmaggie.”

While the new premises in Leongatha has been a long time coming, Mr Chandler said he is happy to be located in the town as he and his wife Michelle live in the area and their children attend local schools.

Already the new GEM premises build is seeing work for local firms, with three local concreters Peter Farrell, Jim Newton and Justin Herrald joining forces on this massive concrete pour to see the slab floor established.

Mr Chandler was pleased the three local firms worked so well together and is looking forward to many new projects that will see more jobs created for locals.

Toora factory a done deal Centre nears completion Continued from page 1.

“We want to do something for the local community, so we will refurbish one of the buildings for local committees and clubs to use.

We want to work with the local people,” he said.

South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jeanette Harding was close to tears at the announcement and said it was an enormous positive for the struggling town.

“It is a most wonderful day,” she said.

Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA, Peter Ryan, was present at the announcement on Thursday, and agreed it was great news for the community.

“For many years, this site has

sat idle and I would like to thank Mr Li and Funton Holdings for making this investment in Toora,” Mr Ryan said.

“We as a government will continue to work with the new owners to ensure the small issues, such as the power supply, are worked out.

“We will also work with the council to provide regular updates to the community, to keep everyone up to speed.

“The factory holds a lot of history for all those who live in the area and this will be a new era for Toora for sure.”

Stage one of the development will include the infant formula dry blending and canning plant, required to be up and running early

in 2013.

Stage two will see an expansion in production and the inclusion of an infant formula manufacturing plant, including a wet-mix plant for base powder manufacture and raw milk handling.

Mr Li said the new owners would strengthen Australia’s manufacturing sector.

“Initially, the factory will rely on dry milk product purchased off the open market, however we will eventually look to source local raw milk to boost production,” he said. ► For more about the Leongatha development, see story above. For the full story about the stockfeed mill, turn to page 14.

By Sarah Vella THE Sandy Point Community Centre is nearing completion.

South Gippsland Shire Council received a building surveyor’s report that listed minor building defects. Once these are rectified, a certificate of occupancy will be released.

South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of engineering services Anthony Seabrook said the unfortunate issue of the contractors building the centre being placed into voluntary administration was out of council’s hands.

“Council reviews its procurement policy and procedures on an annual basis,” Mr Seabrook said.

“The delay in the completion of the project doesn’t indicate any problem with council’s planning processes. The issue of the contractor was out of council’s control.”

The new community centre has been identified as a future Neighbourhood Safer Place – Place of Last Resort for coastal residents, but it will not be ready for the immediate bushfire season.

Council’s chief executive officer Tim Tamlin advised the site cannot be formally designated as a place of last resort until all compliance aspects have been handled to meet CFA regulations. This process will extend beyond the current season.

“The delay is unfortunate but at the same time unavoidable. Council has worked hard to speed the process up but due to the legal aspects of achieving compliance, it is simply not possible,” Mr Tamlin said.

“I am keen for all residents to have a personal bushfire survival plan and to maintain a strong sense of vigilance during the fire season.”

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Flush of success

By Sarah Vella

THE Meeniyan Wastewater Treatment Scheme and Wetlands was officially opened by Deputy Premier Peter Ryan last Thursday.

The $6.2 million proj-

ect started in 2009 and has been completed with the strong support of the local community under the guidance of the Sewer Meeniyan Action Committee.

The project received $640,000 in funding through the Country Towns Water Supply and

Sewerage Program, with customers paying a oneoff payment of $800. The balance of the project has been funded by South Gippsland Water.

Mr Ryan said Meeniyan was identified as needing a reticulated sewerage system, as the town’s existing septic tanks were unable to

Grand opening: Lindsay Fromhold of Sewer Meeniyan Action Committee, Bob Bloch, previous owner of the wetland site, Joan Liley, South Gippsland Water chair and Deputy Premier Peter Ryan.

adequately contain wastewater on site.

“Residents expressed their concerns regarding the quality of their stormwater as a result of contamination from poorly functioning septic systems,” Mr Ryan said.

“This new scheme, which consists of a treatment plant and wetlands, will eliminate those health and environmental issues caused by ageing septic systems.

“Treated water from the system will now be available for reuse by surrounding facilities, such as the golf club, the Stony Creek Racecourse and the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve.”

South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said the final stages of treatment required effluent to pass through wetlands of four lagoons: a duckweed pond, two wetland storages and a macrophyte pond.

“These lagoons are planted with locally indigenous species which lower the nutrient, suspended solids and pathogen concentrations in the water, as

Election stoush

By Matt Dunn A STOUSH is being fought between two local political candidates, after claims that one turned his back on a “gentleman’s agreement”.

Cr Bob Newton, who is battling for a seat in the Strzelecki Ward in the upcoming South Gippsland Shire Council elections, said Korumburra businessman David Amor promised to enter into a preference deal, but has now rejected the handshake agreement.

The allegation has been refuted by Mr Amor.

The fight for the ward’s three seats is being contested by six candidates.

“We had a gentleman’s agreement, and my word is my bond. He went back on his word. He’s now put me fourth as his preference,” Cr Newton said.

The veteran councillor, who has been in local politics for 19 years, said he would “never trust” Mr Amor again.

“If anyone gives you their word and goes back on it, they’re not worth a pinch of salt. How could you trust someone in council who couldn’t keep

their word?” Mr Newton said.

“You get sensitive issues in council, confidential stuff. How can they keep their word if they can’t be trusted? It makes it very hard.”

In a candid assessment of his chances of being re-elected, Cr Newton said he had his “back against the wall”.

“I know I’ve got a lot of people who would support me, but I’ve been put down the line with all the other candidates. I don’t get many preferences, aside from Andrew McEwen and Frank Hirst, who I’ve now swapped preferences with,” he said.

“I believe I know how the voting cards will come out, but I know that every other time there’s been five on the front and one on the back. I may even be on the back of the sheet. I don’t place much hope in re-election if that occurs.”

Cr Newton said he had spoken to Mr Amor about the alleged backflip, but had not received a satisfactory answer to his questions.

Mr Amor said Cr Newton should “get his facts right”.

“We had a talk some 60 days ago.

I asked him to come and see me as I’ve never done this before. I didn’t know how this worked. He then asked me half a dozen questions,” Mr

AUSTRALIA Post is closing its Inverloch mail sorting depot and apparently it’s all the fault of the internet.

A spokesperson for Australia Post said record numbers of people are shopping online, so its Gippsland delivery facilities needed upgrading.

A new and bigger delivery centre has been built in Wonthaggi, absorbing the duties of the Inverloch one.

The move is set down for October 16.

The union representing Inverloch’s posties isn’t happy.

Three people work at the Bear Street property, equating to 1.5 equivalent full time jobs. Communication Workers Union organiser Chris Spindler, said once the new system comes into operation, mail deliveries in Inverloch will be delayed by two hours. A petition complaining about the change is circulating in Inverloch.

Australia Post denies any delay, saying there will be no impact on mail deliveries.

Mr Spindler said the union wants

with over 80 properties connected to date. South Gippsland Water urges all community members to begin the process as soon as possible.”

The new system is a triumph of community agitation.

Lindsay Fromhold was president of the Meeniyan Chamber of Commerce and in early 2007, liaised with the town’s progress association to form a lobby group.

“We pushed seriously

and in seven months, then Water and Environment Minister John Thwaites wrote to us saying it would go ahead and funding had been approved.”

Among others, Mr Fromhold credited Mr Ryan for his help.

“He was dead set reliable.”

Mr Fromhold is thrilled the environmentallyfriendly system is nearly finished. He was one of the guests at the official opening.

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Amor said.

“He said: ‘David, thank-you very much. I now know roughly where I’m going to put you amongst the preferences. I’ve promised to put a couple of people in front of you, but you’re definitely not the last person.”

Mr Amor said he told Cr Newton that he would talk to the other candidates before deciding where to put him on his how to vote card.

“He then pressurised me, saying, ‘David, you should put me first or second.’” Mr Amor said.

Mr Amor said he rejected the request, but promised not to put Cr Newton at the bottom of his preferences. Mr Amor could not say where Cr Newton was amongst his preferences.

“He’s third or fourth. I cannot remember, because I did it last week,” he said.

Mr Amor said he was “very annoyed and upset” with Cr Newton speaking to the Star.

“He came in and abused me in my workshop. I asked him to calm down and sit down with me and talk about it. He said he didn’t have time, he had other things to do,” he said.

Mr Amor said he was committed to being a “gentleman” and would offer “no further comment” on the issue.

Postal centre to close

By Jane Ross

well as providing winter storage for reuse,” Mr du Plessis said.

“The wetland is surrounded by a fox proof fence to provide some protection to nesting birds and other animals using the habitat.

“The area will be a community asset with further planting and walkways planned for the future.

“Local residents have been proactive in connecting to the scheme,

to ensure the workers won’t be disadvantaged by the move.

He said the union has put a number of matters to an independent contractor responsible for the Inverloch Delivery Centre, with the expectation of written answers by this Friday. If these are not forthcoming, Mr Spindler said the issue will be taken to Fair Work Australia.

“All I can see is Australia Post is absolving itself of a bit of responsibility.”

The Australia Post spokesperson said the new Wonthaggi hub has been purpose-built with more space for parcels and the delivery fleet.

Now is your chance to have your say South Gippsland Shire council is developing the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing plan 2013-2017.

You are invited to tell us what your health and wellbeing priorities are by completing a short survey at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au.

Hard copies of the survey are available at all local libraries, visitor information centres and upon request from customer service 5662 9200.

Be quick! Survey closes on October 31 2012 For more information contact Linda Rowley on 0427 760 637

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POLICE BRIEFS Outstanding warrants

School invasion

A KORUMBURRA man will face court next month after caught with a series of outstanding warrants.

THE Inverloch Primary School was the target of burglars last Sunday night.

Leongatha Police picked up the man last Saturday before he was bailed to appear at the Korumburra Magistrates Court on November 1.

There, he will answer to a number of outstanding traffic warrants.

Police said the man was processed for previous domestic assault complaints, including threats to kill, unlawful assaults and breaching an intervention order, however charges are yet to be laid.

Between 11.45pm and midnight, unknown offenders entered the school through the rear of the grounds and broke two windows in a portable classroom.

They then gained entry to the classroom through the windows, however police said they are still investigating whether anything was stolen.

Detective Adrian Condron said police were yet to confirm if anything had been taken.

“It’s unknown exactly what’s been stolen,

but there were work computers, both laptops and stand alone, moved inside and possibly stolen,” he said.

“Police are certainly seeking assistance from anyone who may have noticed something that time of night.”

As all schools are protected by alarm systems, the intruders triggered the alarm.

Detective Condron said one of the offenders may have sustained an injury while climbing through the broken window.

Anyone with any information regarding the incident can contact Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100.

Crowds behaved POLICE were pleased with the general behaviour of crowds at local pubs after the AFL Grand Final on Saturday.

With a large number of people out and about, only one Leongatha man was given an infringement notice for offensive behaviour in Inverloch.

“We didn’t have any real issues as far as the grand final was concerned,” Senior Sergeant Dale McCahon of Wonthaggi Police said.

Noticeboard

COMMUNICATION AND CONSULTATION POLICY Briefing 17 October 12.45pm Council is reviewing its Communication and Consultation Policy that provides guidance on its methods of communication and engaging with our community. The community is invited to attend this briefing to provide feedback and suggestions for methods of consultation or communication that Council could consider for inclusion, via submissions, or through participation on the day. A draft copy of the policy and draft working copy of Council’s Communication and Engagement Toolkit will be made available on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au under Documents Currently on Public Exhibition. Submissions can be made directly to Christian Stefani on 5662 9840 or at Christians@southgippsland.vic.gov.au.

HOUSING AND SETTLEMENT STRATEGY Council is preparing an integrated Housing and Settlement Strategy to manage the growth and development of the towns and localities in the Shire. It is expected to comprise a township hierarchy, Urban Design Frameworks for 17 settlements, review of Rural Living Zone precincts, and application of the Restructure Overlay.

Consultation with the communities will be ongoing throughout the project period. It is anticipated that the Strategy will be completed by mid 2013. Enquiries: 5662 9200 or http://www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/Page/Page.asp?Page_Id =1126&h=-1

VICTORIAN SENIORS FESTIVAL Bookings essential on 5662 9200 Monday 8 October, 10-11.30am: Mirboo North IGA ‘Choosing healthy options’ Shopping Tour. Dietician guided tour- what do labels mean? Better choices. Meet at store.

Limited places Tuesday 9 October, 9am-12pm: Mirboo Nth Football ground Community Centre, Nyora 1pm-4pm CPR for Seniors and Volunteers A half day interactive course teaching strategies that could save a life. Alternate locations may be available Tuesday 9 October, Foster Library 2pm-3.30pm Poetry and Live Music Afternoon Be entertained by a local poet and enjoy the music of “Heart Strings” followed by some afternoon tea.

Wed 10 October, 1.30pm-3.30pm: Dakers Centre, Leongatha Movie Afternoon ‘Red Dog’ A popular Australian movie, based on a true story Followed by afternoon tea.

Thurs 11 October, 10.30am-11.45am: SPLASH, Leongatha Come and Try Aqua Movers Aqua Movers session lasts for 45 minutes, followed by morning tea. A great chance to try some exercise and meet some new people!

Thurs 11 October, 1pm: Welshpool Golf Course Come and Try Golf New players welcome. Play with members in teams of 3. Enjoy a game of golf and some afternoon tea at the club.

Friday 12 October Seniors Festival Concert (fully booked) PROPOSED ROAD OPENING Council, at its 26 September 2012 meeting, resolved to commence statutory procedures (pursuant to Sections 204(2), 207A(c) & 223 of LGA 1989), to propose to declare the 200 metre section of unused government road between the east and west sections of Cornishs Rd, Parish of Nyora Township (cross hatched on the plan below), as a road that is required to be open to the public for traffic.

AGMS FOR SPECIAL COMMITTEES (SECTION 86) OF COUNCIL 16 October, 8.00pm Dumbalk Hall Ladies Auxiliary Dumbalk Hall (The public are invited to attend, and if you would like to become a committee member, nomination forms can be obtained from the secretary, Robin Bland, 5664 4273 or Council.)

17 October, 7.30pm Toora & District Swimming Pool Toora Hotel BRIEFING SESSION Leongatha industrial land supply study People interested in Leongatha’s growth and future industrial land supply are invited to attend a briefing session on Wed, 17 October, 6-8 pm. Council is preparing a study to identify existing and potential industrial land in Leongatha to encourage industrial growth over the coming 25 years and is seeking feedback from the community. Venue: Leongatha Boardroom, 49A Long Street, Leongatha. Enquiries: Nick Edwards Ph 5662 9368, or Laura Murray of Meinhardt Consultants 8676 1324.

COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Area Works Anderson St, Leongatha Footpath construction Michael Pl, Leongatha Toilet refurbishment

TEMPORARY CLOSURE MICHAEL PLACE PUBLIC TOILETS 1 October - 30 November The ‘ladies and gents’ amenities at the rear of the Leongatha Memorial Hall, will be closed from 1 October to 30 November for extensive renovation. However, the unisex accessible toilet (up the ramp), around the corner in Michael Place will be open.

We apologise for the inconvenience during this construction period.

PROPOSED ROAD OPENING Council, at its 26 September 2012 meeting, resolved to Commence statutory procedures (Sections 204(2), 207A(c) & 223 LGA1989), to propose to declare the 130 metre section of unused government road being an extension of Sheens Rd, Parish of Mirboo (cross hatched on the plan below), as a road that is required to be open to public traffic.

AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS Nominations closing 31 October!

Council’s Australia Day Awards program is a simple and effective way to recognize people in the community who make a difference. Consider those who are the backbone of your community groups, perhaps a neighbor who quietly makes a difference in many spheres, or a young person who is already demonstrating great citizenship qualities. Categories are: • South Gippsland Citizen of the Year • South Gippsland Community Event of the Year • South Gippsland Youth Contribution Certificate (non competitive).

Nomination forms are available from Council or can be posted upon request. Interactive forms can be downloaded from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au. Enquiries: 5662 9200.

HAVE YOUR SAY ON WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT! Council is seeking comment from residents who have unsewered properties, as it updates its Municipal Domestic Wastewater Management Plan. The draft plan and a short online survey can be viewed on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au, at all local libraries, Council Offices and Visitor Information Centres. Chat to a Council officer about your ideas and any issues you may have at one of these informal consultation sessions: Port Franklin:Port Franklin Hall, Wed 3 Oct, 3:30pm-6pm Leongatha: Council Chambers, Thu 4 Oct, 3:30pm-6pm Sandy Point: Sandy Point CFA, Sat 6 Oct, 10am-12:30pm Venus Bay: Venus Bay Community Centre, Sat 6 Oct, 1:30pm-4pm Fish Creek: Fish Creek Hall, Wed10 Oct,3:30pm-6pm Korumburra: Korumburra Meeting Room,Thu 11Oct, 5pm-7:30pm Enquiries: Skye on 0407 460 991 or skyes@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754. council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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COUNCIL PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha Public attendance welcome Wed, 17 October 2012 - COUNCILLOR BRIEFINGS 11.00am Venus Bay Pipi Reference Group Briefing 12.45pm Communication and Consultation Policy 2.00pm Public Presentations Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time 7.00pm Public Presentations Wed, 24 October 2012 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 2pm 10.00am Public Presentations - Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time

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Green signal for rail trail WORK to extend the Great Southern Rail Trail to Toora will start this month.

Committee of management secretary John McKay said South Gippsland Shire Council has appointed Allen’s Contracting to start removing vegetation along the old train line and to lay gravel for the new trail.

“The council expects the work to start in early October. We are delighted to see this significant extension about to commence,” Mr McKay said.

“Currently the South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking interest from companies to build new infrastructure along this section of the track, such as new bridges. We anticipate that this stage of construction will be underway early in the new year.”

The committee will be working closely with council, which is responsible for the construction of the new trail’s extension.

Mr McKay said the community is witnessing a wonderful local asset and popular tourist attraction develop into a major South Gippsland landmark that will draw even greater numbers of people to the area.

“What is very important about the

rail trail is it’s ‘ownership’ by South Gippslanders. Already we see active local community involvement at Koonwarra, a wonderful community garden at Fish Creek Station and a very impressive community project about to commence at Foster Station. The Great Southern Rail Trail will certainly be the talk of Victoria,” he said.

Working closely with the community not only encourages new opportunities to productively use this important asset, but also places greater emphasis on preserving the historic heritage of the Great Southern train line, Mr McKay said.

“Many people are already involved, however we are always interested in hearing from new members of the community who want to become involved as volunteers in helping to maintain, and also those who wish to assist in the management of the trail,” he said.

The extension of the rail trail has been made possible by a generous grant from the State Government to council.

The extension project is supervised by a committee that includes members of the rail trail committee of management, council, DSE and Regional Development Victoria.

All set: Great Southern Rail Trail committee’s John McKay, council candidate Bruce Beatson, Cr Moyha Davies and Heinz Haselroither of the Foster Station Park and Rail Trail Committee.

Korumburra rush Cr Lewis farewelled poses challenges

By Jacob de Kunder KORUMBURRA’S population is growing at an astounding rate but the question is why?

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the number of families in the town has increased by more than 300 since 2006, with the total population rising by 1200 in that time.

This increase may put strain on Korumburra as it is and David Amor, Korumburra Business Association president, wants more infrastructure to relieve the strain.

“It’s a chicken and the egg thing,” he said.

“Do we need better infrastructure before more people come in to the town? Well yes we do.”

Mr Amor said South Gippsland Shire Council needs to act now and plan for the future.

“In the next five or 10 years Korumburra, will be bigger than Leongatha if the council let’s it,” he said.

“Back when we had the Korumburra Shire, they said ‘no’ to so many things and that’s why businesses moved to Leongatha.

“Now it’s the opportunity for Korumburra to grow and we have to plan for the future because the growth won’t slow down.”

The council candidate is suggesting the town be upgraded now to cope with the population surge over the next 10 years.

“We need to make use of the only flat land available at the moment and that’s the old saleyards site,” Mr Amor said.

“This is where we

could relocate the ambulance and CFA and build a large community centre, all only 900 metres from the post office.

“We need a children’s hub and community centre that can service our community 15 years down the track and still have room to move.

“I know that might cost $20m but it won’t have to be replaced or added onto for another 20 years as opposed to something that will cost $6m that we will outgrow quickly.”

With the number of families in the town solidly increasing, the Korumburra Primary School may be under threat of overflowing soon.

“We anticipate our numbers increasing a bit,” principal Bill Jeffs said.

“But if we got another 50 kids we wouldn’t be able to put them anywhere.

“I’ve got a little bit of fat now but that’s only because our class numbers in some year levels are very high and that’s to do with staffing issues.”

When Mr Jeffs started at the school in 2004, the student population was around 370 and has been growing steadily ever since, with the last few years’ enrolments hovering around the 400 mark.

“If I got many more I’d be back to where I was prior to getting the BER (Building the Education Revolution) building,” Mr Jeffs said.

“Prior to that we had four portables and six classrooms, and give me another 20 kids and I’ll be back to having no room to put them.”

If more students came

to the school, Mr Jeffs would have no choice but to alert the Department of Education.

“We have to ask the department and try to get accommodation but it’s up to them to do stuff,” he said.

“You really have to be over the mark for some time because they’re very reluctant to put portables in.”

Korumburra real estate agent Dean Goad welcomed the increase in Korumburra’s population because housing estates are filling fast.

“There have been about three or four new estates that have gone up in the past few years and there’s been a fair bit more activity going on,” he said.

“The new estates that are planned will be a positive because there are not many blocks left to sell.”

Mr Goad said the majority of people are coming from the Mornington Peninsula and making the most of cheap property prices in Korumburra.

“A lot of people from the peninsula are coming down because it’s affordable still,” he said.

“They get cashed up down there and will still be able to move here and then have money left in their pocket.”

HE is known for speaking his mind, standing by his beliefs and has been labelled a maverick.

Those very qualities of Cr David Lewis were praised by colleagues at South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday, when he attended his final meeting, after 12 years as a councillor.

The Hallston resident was regarded by the Mirboo North community for his particular passion for advancing that town’s interests.

Cr Lewis told The Star on Friday that 12 years was “long enough”.

“It’s a difficult job in many ways. I have mixed feelings about whether to stay for another term or not and it was a very difficult decision to make,” he said.

Cr Lewis joined council in 2000 and was mayor from 2003-04. Highlights of his term include tackling council’s dire financial situation while he was mayor by prioritising projects.

“I feel that although it was difficult, it was handled very successfully,” he said, noting council’s community satisfaction survey rating jumped by five points as a result.

Working with the community was another highlight of his time, particularly being able to save community halls and de-

velop new facilities.

He disapproved of rising staff numbers and costs during the last term of council, and council branching into what he believes are non-core services.

Cr Kieran Kennedy thanked Cr Lewis for his service.

“Cr Lewis has never shifted from his platform of representing his community to the best of his ability,” he said.

Cr Jim Fawcett acknowledged Cr Lewis’ contributions.

“I do not think we could

have had a better representative on council to ensure the community’s views could have been heard at council,” he said.

Cr Mohya Davies said councillors had appreciated Cr Lewis’ “enquiry, his criticism and his intelligence”.

Cr Bob Newton said Cr Lewis had done a “fantastic job” in representing not his just ward, but the whole shire.

Cr Lewis looks forward to catching up on jobs around his Hallston farm and other business interests.

Housing action SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will talk with hundreds of residents across the shire as it prepares its integrated Housing and Settlement Strategy over the next 18 months.

Council’s strategic planning and development manager Paul Stampton said the strategy will be an important tool to manage the growth and development of towns and localities.

YEAR 9 INFORMATION EVENING

DATE Tuesday, October 16 TIME 7.30pm

VENUE Performing Arts Centre Leongatha Secondary College

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FAMDA’s musical fantasy Dreamboats winds up this coming week with four more performances.

Please note that the Saturday performance is a matinee starting at 2pm, not 7.30pm, as mentioned in the advertisement on page 45 of today’s issue.

The Star went to print before the amendment could be made. Get along and see this great musical!

AROUND 90 students from Leongatha Secondary College competed in the South Gippsland Interschool Athletics in Newborough recently.

LSC performed well all day, breaking a number of records and winning a truck load of ribbons.

Congratulations to Mikaela Cornellissen who was the 14-years girls’ champion and Claire Jobling, 15-years girls’ champion.

Overall, Leongatha did an amazing job, placing second in South Gippsland.

The 13/14-years girls did such a good job over the day, they were able to take home the junior girls’ shield.

Congratulations and well done to all competitors.

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ANTI-Poverty Week in 2012 starts on Sunday, October 14 and ends on Saturday, October 20. The UN’s International AntiPoverty Day is Wednesday, October 17.

To raise awareness of poverty around the world, especially in the poorest countries but also in wealthier countries such as Australia, the staff at the Anglicare Office in Leongatha have set up a window display to strengthen public understanding of the causes of poverty.

The aim is to encourage research, discussion and action to address these problems.

MOTORISTS are being urged to look out for potholes after recent heavy rain. While road crews have patched up some, others have reemerged.

CONGRATULATIONS to the South Coast Access Alliance (SCAA) for winning the Community Action Award, at this year’s Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities Awards, for their 2011 Inverloch Beach Festival.

The Beach Festival was held on December 3, 2011 at various locations along the Inverloch foreshore, as part of International Day of People with Disability celebrations.

The event was designed to highlight the importance of beach access and to provide people with disability with the opportunity to participate in a range of inclusive and accessible come and try beach-related activities.

A similar event has been organised by the SCAA for December 8 2012, at the Cowes Yacht Club and Cowes West Beach, Osbourne Avenue.

Everyone is invited to attend a day of free, fun and accessible activities.

CONGRATULATIONS to Len Hawkins, who celebrated his 80th birthday on Saturday night at Bairs Hotel. The party was well attended by friends and family.

Thank you: Marion and Peter Thiele were presented with tokens of appreciation by the South Gippsland Parkinson’s Support Group at their September meeting.

Cheer squad: Sue, Marion and Greg Challis were among the crowd to enjoy watching the AFL Grand Final in comfort at the Leongatha RSL on Saturday.

Nice work: GippSport’s Access for All Abilities program co-ordinator, Dan Poynton and Bass Coast Shire Council rural access project officer Kathryn Pryor were presented with an award on Saturday, September 22.

President recognised

SOUTH Gippsland Parkinson’s Support Group recognised the work of Peter and Marion Thiele at their September 21 meeting.

Peter recently retired from the position of president after a long history with the group.

He was the founding president of the group when it formed in November 2004, and remained in that position almost permanently, excluding a 13 month period when he stood down for health reasons.

Peter was presented with a certificate of appreciation for his dedication to the group.

Peter’s wife, Marion, has been the editor of the group’s monthly newsletter.

Marion was presented with an arrangement of flowers by the new group president Palma Noblet.

The Parkinson’s Support Group meets on the third Friday of each month (except in November and December) at the Leongatha RSL. Any enquiries can be made to Kim on 5667 5522 or Trevor on 5662 5393.

Ryan tours Bass Coast DEPUTY Premier Peter Ryan explored the Bass electorate as a guest of local MP Ken Smith last week.

“Whilst we have a lot of issues we jointly share, being electorate neighbours and with the minister having the portfolios he does, it was a pleasure to take Peter Ryan on a tour of my electorate,” Mr Smith said.

“The people we met at both our scheduled visits and also by just being out and about in the streets were eager to welcome the minister to this part of the state and talk about items of interest.

“I introduced the minister to Wendy Williams and the crew of volunteers at 3MFM where we had a chat on the lunch-time show followed by a tour of the radio station which included showing an impressed minister the equipment purchased from funding provided by the State Government.”

Mr Ryan attended a business lunch supported by 45 guests where he spoke and took questions from the guests covering many topical points of interest.

Mr Ryan was escorted around areas of the Bass electorate and discussed matters such as the proposed Wonthaggi education precinct, viewed the plans for the new Wonthaggi Fire Station, which has just recently been sent to tender, and met with volunteers and CFA staff at the Wonthaggi Fire Station, later driving by the new site.

On air: Deputy Premier Peter Ryan and Bass MLA Ken Smith meet volunteers at 3MFM radio station at Inverloch.

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Out, about: South Gippsland Shire Council candidate Frank Hirst was on the campaign trail last week.

The Ranceby man (pictured right) handed a card to Shirley Aeschlimann while campaigning in Poowong.

Mr Hirst is standing for Strzelecki Ward and was supported by Don Hill (left), who will be a new councillor for Tarwin Valley Ward.

Mrs Aeschlimann is holding her granddaughter Grace Farley.

Think fire safety

SOUTH Gippslanders are being urged to find out about planned burning proposed for their area.

To see the DSE’s draft Fire Operations Plan for your area visit your local DSE office, a Parks Victoria office or go to www.dse.vic.gov.au/burnsoffice or go to www.dse.vic.gov.au/burns

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Champion cheese for Berrys Creek

By Simone Short WHAT’S better than winning two gold medals at the Royal Melbourne Show?

Barry Charlton can tell you.

Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese has finally taken out the Champion Blue Cheese of the show with their Tarwin Blue.

It was third time lucky for Barry and his partner Cheryl Hulls, who were both thrilled to bring home the “elusive” award after three years of entries.

“This is the one we’ve been waiting to win for years,” Barry said.

“It’s actually the first time we’ve ever won a gold medal at the Royal Melbourne Show too, so to win two golds and the champion award is fantastic.”

Gold medals were awarded to the Bellingham Blue and the Tarwin Blue, while the Koorooman Blue missed out by only one point.

Barry said he thought the improved quality of the Tarwin Blue was what really made the difference between this year and previous attempts.

“I’m learning to work with our new milk more and I think the quality was a bit better this year,” he said.

“Our cheese is improving all the time and I made a few little changes that must’ve made a difference to the judges.”

Cheryl said it was a mixture of relief and joy when they heard their name called at the awards ceremony last week.

“It was the most nerve-wracking thing waiting for our category to come up,” she said.

“At the luncheon, we had our entree and then they announced they were doing the cheese, and I think our stomachs did a bit of a flip, but we were both really excited when it happened.”

Barry added it had been a long wait

The elusive trophy: Cheryl Hulls and Barry Charlton from Berrys Creek Cheese were thrilled to win the Champion Blue Cheese of the Royal Melbourne Show with their Tarwin Blue. for the results, knowing they’d already won two gold two months beforehand.

And if the Melbourne Show awards were not enough, Berrys Creek Tarwin Blue, Bellingham Blue, Koorooman Blue and Oak Blue all qualified for the Grand Dairy Awards later this month.

Barry stated a second Champion Cheese award for the year would be “another feather in our cap”.

Barry is also experimenting with a

new cheese to the Berrys Creek family called Rowesfords Blue, named after staff members Laura Rowe and Amanda Ford.

In fact, Barry has already entered the new cheese into the World Show before he’s even tasted it, and suggests it’s for the feedback rather than in blind faith.

Berrys Creek has also expanded to include blue cheese and fetta made from goat’s milk.

“Our goat’s milk cheese isn’t on the market yet, but we’ve been perfecting it in the last few weeks,” Barry said.

“People who are lactose intolerant tend to be able to eat goat’s cheese and there’s a huge demand for it because of that.”

With continued success, Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese is in high demand and Barry said he hopes to triple production sometime in the future, which means a new factory and taking

on more staff.

“Three years ago we were worried about how we were going to sell it, and now we’re stressing about how we’re going to make enough.

“We just don’t have the space to do it now, but we definitely have something in the pipeline,” he said, adding they plan to stay in South Gippsland.

“At the moment things are still in the planning stages, but it will happen one day.”

Loch Public Hall committee received $300 to paint the supper room and Poowong Apex Club was presented with $500 to install playground equipment.

Koonwarra Farmers Market received $500 to improve facilities; Meeniyan Tourism and Traders Association received $300 sponsorship for the Meeniyan on Fire Festival; and 1st Mirboo North Scout Group received $300 to buy a flag for the new Joey Group.

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South Gippsland Shire briefs Sporting chance TURF and synthetic cricket wickets could be installed at Korumburra.

South Gippsland Shire Council will ask the State Government for $66,000 on behalf of the Korumburra Cricket Club.

Council will allocate $17,000 to match the club’s contribution if the application is approved by the government department, Sport and Recreation Victoria.

The $100,000 project would be constructed at the Korumburra Recreation Reserve.

Council did not support two other applications for government funding. funding The Leongatha and District Cricket Association sought Council’s blessing to develop a Training Centre for Excellence at the Korumburra Recreation Centre, but council said the project needed more development.

The T.P. Taylor Reserve Committee of Management sought funding to resurface the asphalt tennis courts but council felt the application did not meet grant funding guidelines. The committee has been advised to apply to the Putting Local First Program instead.

Council will work with the cricket

association and reserve committee to develop their projects. projects

Funding galore THE Walter J. Tuck Recreation Reserve at Mirboo North has received $1000 from South Gippsland Shire councillors’ discretionary funds.

Port Franklin Tennis Clubs received $400 towards a junior fishing tournament. The Port Welshpool and District Maritime Museum received $200 for brochures and the Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute acquired $650 to upgrade facilities.

Roads to open AN UNUSED section of a Ny-

The 200m section of Cornishs Road between Davis Street and Grundy Avenue is needed for access to a proposed six lot subdivision at 32 Grundy Avenue.

Council will undertake statutory procedures to open Cornishs Road and also 130m section of an unused government road at Mirboo North.

The extension of Sheens Road is needed to provide access to a subdivision at 825 Boolarra-Mirboo North Road.

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Tour shire

I HAVE had a number of calls and emails from community groups around the shire wanting to meet the new council and talk about their projects, stumbling blocks and seek assistance, etc.

I thought it would be really beneficial to have a group tour to every ward to meet these community groups soon after the new council is formed.

Each new ward councillor could also talk on-site about a local issue that they have been pushing during their campaign.

It is a hands on and proactive way to learn about the shire, meet community organisations and understand some of the key issues the new council will be dealing with.

The opportune time to voice this suggestion would be at the specific induction session on November 9-10 set aside for councillors to share their aspirations about what they want to achieve during their term, how they want to work together and how they want to engage with the community.

Community groups and candidates please note.

Jordan Crugnale, independent candidate, Townsend Ward, Inverloch.

Mining questions I CONGRATULATE Latrobe City Council’s decision to seek an independent report

into CSG extraction implications for the region.

One hopes this will complement the anticipated reforms to industry practices through the National Framework for Coal Seam Gas (CSG), as Gippsland will be the first area to progress to onshore CSG production in Victoria. The question is which part or parts of Gippsland?

On a federal level, the issue of water availability, wastewater disposal, well construction, hydraulic fracturing, chemical use and industry and community engagement are being considered.

So, on a local level, how can this report, commissioned

by MWH Australia, support the outcomes of the national framework and provide relevant information for our local authorities (lets include Wellington, Bass Coast and south Gippsland Shires) to ensure we get a say for our own regional planning?

What information do we have here that would need considering if CSG was to progress?

Apparently, there is a recent report on subsidence in Latrobe Valley that hasn’t been released to the public yet or seismic activity report in the Strzeleckis and Yarram area.

Will they feature in this commissioned report? After all, this is what we would classify as base data so that future information reporting can be transparent.

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Brace for hardship

BE wary of council candidates making expensive promises was the message from South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jim Fawcett last week.

Council faces a $4.6 million superannuation bill, reduced government grants and responsibility for collecting the fire service levy on behalf of the State Government from next July.

The massive financial impost is a shame given council’s efforts to reduce debt over the years to the extent it was virtually on the verge of being debt free.

In December, the new council will be presented with a report outlining options for finding savings to address the financial shortfall. Council officers will review the budget to find savings and consider current service levels, costs, capital works and rate levels.

South Gippslanders face the prospect of a rate rise and given the massive extent of the super bill, should not be surprised if rates increase by more than usual next financial year to help service the debt.

With such a cost to address and in a hurry, a rate rise would be a simple way of reducing the pressure on council, albeit by transferring the impact onto residents.

Yet paying staff’s superannuation is not the intention of rates and South Gippslanders would no doubt rather see their rates go towards roads, rubbish and care services.

Capital works would also be a likely target, with projects of lesser priority postponed, perhaps even those that have worked their way up the priority list for some years.

Ratepayers should also brace for some service cuts but perhaps to those less obvious services, as rubbish must still be collected.

One would think council jobs would not be cut given the policy of council in the past few years to increase staff numbers to improve service levels.

Ultimately, the superannuation shortfall is effectively yet another example of the higher levels of governments shifting costs to councils, which are the grassroots level of government and whose services benefit communities most.

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Will the desal plant be considered an available water supplier for CSG production?

On high fire days, will CFA be ‘directed’ to protect mining infrastructure over community assets? And what about the increase in heavy vehicle traffic to our rural road network in bushfire prone areas, as well as areas prone to landslips?

Will this report be able to show us the plan for wastewater management in our local region to accommodate the enormous amount of salt brine and contaminated water and transport of?

As well, what waterways will be allowed to be used as a discharge point for the treated wastewater? Furthermore, who will monitor and ensure enforcement if our catchment agencies have had their funding slashed?

And will this report be able to assess short or long-term cumulative impacts from CSG processes. If it can’t, how do we have faith or trust in a system that is full of unknowns?

After all, CSG wells are there forever.

And for what or for whose benefit will mining expansion best support, given a lot of our resource will be exported overseas?

Will it be purely economic because it certainly cannot be of any benefit to the environment given mining is a scar on the environment?

As for a social benefit, the lines are clearly blurred. More than half the rural properties with or near gas mines go up for sale unsuccessfully. High pressurised methane CSG infrastructure can be 100 metres from a dwelling but their wells are there forever.

No one wants a farm with or near a gas mine!

And what about the new retention licences that Ignite Energy on EL4416 (covering all shires) say they will be applying for in 2013. What’s the likelihood of selling your property if you are sitting on a motherload and the company can hold the rights for 30 years?

I think all of Gippsland will be interested in what this commissioned report will reveal, and will give a good basis for our local councils to discuss the future of mining expansion and how Gippsland will remain liveable.

There now exists an opportunity for the mining industry in Victoria to open up the fact file by taking the lead role and show how they can improve on what has already happened up north. Will they?

Tracey Anton, Toongabbie.

Desal questions AQUASURE’S update (September 25) assures us that because of the location of the intake and slow draw in of sea water, ‘populations of fish and other species’ will not be affected by the desal plant.

The National 9 news report on the production of the first drinking water (September 26) mentioned ‘solids’ being extracted.

What are these solids?

Could they be the base of the marine food chain? Where are they being disposed of?

Aileen Vening, Wonthaggi.

Follow own advice TED Baillieu and the Minister for Energy, Michael O’Brien have been exposed as hypocrites for failing to take their own advice on renewable energy.

While the government’s GreenPower website is telling Victorians that by buying electricity from renewable sources they “will help grow the renewable energy sector”, Ted Baillieu and Michael O’Brien have dumped the whole-ofgovernment purchase agreement and haven’t bothered to tell anyone until they couldn’t hide it any longer.

Annual reports released last week reveal that the government cancelled the purchase agreement with GreenPower that would have required government departments and agencies to source at least 20 per cent of their electricity from renewable sources by 2020.

It has only now come to light that the government dumped the purchase agreement from July 1, 2011. They made no announcement in last year’s budget, leaving Victorians to learn about it in the pages of departmental and agency annual reports that are only now starting to be tabled in parliament.

The Premier’s own department purchased no power from renewable sources in the

last financial year, down from 19 per cent the previous year.

There are currently 26 solar, wind, biomass and hydro power generation businesses in Victoria that are supported by this government program, providing clean energy and jobs.

The decision reveals that from the first budget opportunity, the Baillieu Government has been intent on undermining Victoria’s renewable energy industry.

Ted Baillieu and Michael O’Brien have no credibility when it comes to renewable energy and the investment and jobs that it offers Victoria.

They’ve dumped Victoria’s 20 per cent renewable energy target, the five per cent solar target, slashed feed in tariffs, failed to fund the Mallee Solar Park project, and scuttled new wind energy projects with extreme planning laws In releasing their renewable energy action plan last week, the NSW Government gave notice that they would be active in attracting a large proportion of $36 billion worth of renewable energy investment and jobs estimated to be spent in Australia by 2020, and grow more than 6000 new jobs long term.

Victorians continue to lose investment and jobs because Ted Baillieu fails to show any leadership and has no renewable energy plan for Victoria.

Lily D’Ambrosio MP, Shadow Minister for Energy.

Respect women HOW do we reconcile the abuse and brutalisation of our women?

There have been many times in my life when I have been shocked and confused at the derogatory attitude of many men towards women and seem to see them perversely as objects of irrational desire and the target of their fears, anger and frustrations.

As a serviceman, at the age of 20, I was part of a very male dominated culture, with a belief of winner take all.

I feel there was a general belief that we were groomed as boy soldiers to believe we were on a mission that rightfully dominated, diminished and destroyed the rights of others.

Women were part of our

youthful, military preoccupation. We had an important life skill to learn!

I feel reassured at times when brave people speak out about injustice. In military terms, much has been exposed of military excesses, and the need for change in male military culture and accountability.

I welcome recent admissions of Major General John Cantwell that much of our military mission in Afghanistan is counter-productive.

In war, the women and children we claim to protect are too often the innocent victims of even a perceived moral military crusade.

Over recent times, there have been attempts to bring truth, compensation and reconciliation to many victims of male dominated organisations.

However, I am particularly shocked by the extreme abuse of our Prime Minister Julia Gillard, provoked by a disrespectful, hateful element of our media.

I feel we can best celebrate (murder victim) Jill Meagher and the many other victims of male violence by taking some personal responsibility for meaningful advocacy for all those who too often suffer in silence, shame and suffering.

The more we adequately respect our women the more respect we will have in our world. They have so much to offer our human development.

Lest we forget! Work harder for better respect in our communities.

Richard Lester, Leongatha.

Not right

AN OPEN letter to the disabled of Leongatha and South Gippsland.

Regarding mayor Cr Warren Raabe’s column in The Star, September 25, to quote him in part: “Smaller projects such as the new accessible path to the Leongatha Railway Station have almost been forgotten”.

I spent a lot of time, effort and money when I realised that the ‘deal’ with VicTrack only went to the rail crossing and the part from there to the town centre wasn’t, and still isn’t, not only compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act. Paul Norton, Leongatha South.

VOXPOP! VOX We asked farmers at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo how they saw the farming industry at the moment?

We’re coming out of a winter but things are improving.

Dairy prospects are looking up and prices are on the rise.

Will Paterson Nyora

It’s good at the moment where I am. Production is up and we’re having a good year.

John McCready Tatura

It’s been a good season for us. I would like for some of the wet weather here to come up for us though.

Greg Fitzpatrick Stanhope

Things are on the up. The winter has been a tough one but now we’re getting a bit of sun and everything is growing which is good.

Maurice Schwennesen Poowong

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$15 million mill on way

By Helen Bowering

SOUTH Gippsland will soon lay claim to the biggest stock feed manufacturing mill in Australia, with Irwin Stockfeeds’ new $15 million development at Lang Lang under construction.

After five years of research and planning, the first sod was turned in September last year on the site, once used for grazing beef cattle, marking stage one of the project.

From there, the site had to be completely cleared of trees, excavated and the soil left to settle.

Construction began earlier this year on the new 60 tonne an hour mill, capable of producing a full range of pelletised feeds and mash meals.

All the foundations have now been laid and yesterday, Monday, October 1 the buildings started going up.

“We are building one of Australia’s most modern custom designed turn-key stockfeed milling operations,” Irwin Stockfeeds founding director Bryan Irwin said.

“This is a new and exciting era not just for Irwin Stockfeeds, but for the industry more broadly.”

Investing in this new facility, which uses the latest, most advanced and innovative technology, will improve the quality of feed available to Gippsland producers, making the industry more competitive and efficient.

“We have been a leader in the stockfeed industry for almost 25 years, and the new feed mill will enable us to better serve our customers with advanced technology and high quality, safe animal feed,” Mr Irwin said.

“Our new feed mill is a significant investment that reaffirms our commitment to the sustainable growth and prosperity of Gippsland’s dairy and livestock industries.”

The Lang Lang mill is planned to be completed in late December, with full commissioning in January 2013.

Talking to The Star at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo last Wednesday, Irwin Stockfeeds South Gippsland sales manager Peter Lowry said, “there is nothing else like it.”

Mill plans: Irwin Stockfeeds representatives Peter Lowry, Heath Killeen and Shane Doherty show off the drawings for the new $15 million stock feed mill, currently under construction at Lang Lang at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo in Korumburra last week.

South Gippsland Shire briefs A MAN brought back to life by the volunteer members off the Venus Bay Community Emergency Response Team introduced his mother to the CERT crew.

That rescue was one of 600 responses by the CERT team noted at the annual general meeting recently, Cr Kieran Kennedy noted.

On the way: work is well under way on Irwin Stockfeeds’ new state-of-the-art mill at the Lang Lang construction site. With foundations and footings complete, buildings were being erected from yesterday, Monday, October 1.

THE committee of the Korumburra Senior Citizens Club praised council officers for their help, at the club’s AGM recently. The message of appreciation was passed on to council by Cr Bob Newton.

COUNCILLORS wished Cr Mimmie Jackson all the best ffor her wedding to i Victor Ng on Saturday (September 29).

CR JENNIE Deane impressed fellow councillors with her determination, arriving at the meeting last Wednesday on crutches.

“It’s a sterling effort and typical of Cr Deane’s time on this council. I’m sure she will be missed by her constituents,” Cr Lewis said.

Cr Deane is not seeking re-election at this month’s council election.

THE national anthem was sung in an

indigenous language at Toora Pr Primary School’s ceremony to unveil a S ’ smoking i learning stone recently.

Cr Jeanette Harding commented it was the first time she had heard such a rendition, noting the national anthems of New Zealand and South Africa are often sung in native tongues, as well as English.

CR Jackson noted she had attended the annual general meeting of the South Gippsland Landcare Network and also the concert staged

by Tarwin Valley Primary School, enjoying both occasions.

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Community first, not politics

By Brad Lester LORRAINE Brunt is not interested in the politics of local government. She just wants to serve the community.

While she lives in Poowong and is standing for Strzelecki Ward, she said she will represent the entire shire.

The farmer has a fishing cottage at Port Welshpool and Ms Brunt said regular travel to the southern end of the municipality has broadened her understanding of the entire region.

“Councillors have a responsibility to the whole ward, not individual towns and needs to be able to make decisions for the prosperity of the whole shire, because that will impact on us all,” she said.

“It has to be a prosperous shire overall

otherwise it will have an impact on rates because the actual spare money after expenses have been taken out is minimal.”

Ms Brunt is just one of three women candidates standing, with councillors Jeanette Harding and Mohya Davies contesting Coastal Promontory Ward. Only one of those women is guaranteed a seat at the council table, as four candidates are contesting three vacancies.

“People need to be cautious of nominating a male dominated council,” Ms Brunt said.

“Women can bring a different perspective to things like childcare and education that is so important.”

The mother of three and grandmother to five believes childcare needs in the western part of the shire require addressing, given Nyora’s population is expected to grow rapidly and sewerage at Nyora, Loch and Poowong

will also result in a higher population.

“It’s growth, housing and population that we need to be able to maintain our rates to avoid continual rate rises,” Ms Brunt said.

“Farmers are actually paying above what they should be paying. Our rates for instance are over 10 per cent of the gross income of our farm.”

Ms Brunt wants to give young people more opportunity to impact council decisions.

She is aware the next four year term will be difficult for council given the $4.6 million super benefits liability council faces and wants to rationalise shire assets while encouraging investment.

Ms Brunt said she has the time to dedicate to serving as a councillor and comes to the election as a member of the Poowong Community Consultative Committee and volunteer work at Bimbadeen Park at Poowong.

Brad aims for council

By Jane Ross BRAD Drew answers the phone in his San Remo butcher’s shop with these words, “How can I be of service to you today?”

His motivation, passion, energy and determination have taken his business to award winning heights during six busy years and he’s now ready to focus on a new challenge because he thrives on them.

Brad took up an invitation from former politician Alan Brown who is leading a reform team of candidates in the October 27 Bass Coast Shire Council elections and Brad is the team’s candidate for Anderson Ward.

He said chatting with customers in his shop has indicated a public disenchantment particularly with value for the rates dollar and the poorly maintained and dangerous state of the area’s roads. Brad witnessed a fatality on the Phillip Island Tourist Road, so the subject of roads is dear to his heart.

He won’t be put off by remarks that trying to negotiate with VicRoads, which is responsible for main highways, is frustrating and glacial.

“It’s about understanding the people you’re dealing with. Phillip Island and San Remo generate millions for the Victorian economy. We need to

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Action man: Brad Drew likes to do whatever he can to improve the community. That’s why he’s standing for Bass Coast Council. implement a strategy and work on it. It won’t be easy but experience tells me it’s about working through the hoops. You need to understand the contrasts and be diplomatic.”

Part of the credo in what he calls “the journey of life” is not to give up on your goals.

He cites as examples becoming national sausage king champion and coaching a football team to a premiership.

The former took five years; the latter resulted from an off-hand remark a coach made when he was lining up as a player with a new club. He didn’t take kindly to the snub, joined the committee, coached the

side to a grand final, instituted a review, made changes (some unpopular) and now the club is one of the most successful in its league.

Brad played a couple of games with Kilcunda-Bass when he and his wife Jill moved to this area “but I realised I was a bit old and slow”!

Nevertheless he likes to be active and do things.

He took on the presidency of the San Remo Traders Association when it was in its death throes and worked with his colleagues to, among other things, introduce late night Christmas shopping and set up a website. The association is now seen as a leader in the shire.

When he senses disquiet or dissatisfaction, he asks himself: is there something

I can do? And that’s how he has spent his adult life.

“I consider myself a goal achiever; I don’t set them too high too early and work through the process.

As long as your intent is good, the rest will follow.”

If he’s elected, municipal life won’t be all that foreign. He has a background in waste management which put him in contact with 14 councils overall.

“I do understand a little bit about the game.”

He credits the reform team, which was announced in June, with prompting a community conversation resulting in a record 26 nominations for council’s seven wards.

“It’s giving people a choice – I hope they choose me!”

Supermarkets undecided MAJOR supermarket moguls Coles and Woolworths are not ruling out building in Korumburra.

Both of the market leaders have not confirmed or denied whether they have plans for the corner block on Commercial and King streets where the library now stands.

Ever since South Gippsland Shire Council expressed they would like to sell the land for private development, speculation has surrounded a possible supermarket on the site.

A Coles’ spokesman told the Star the company has not made a definite decision on whether or not to pursue the site.

A Woolworths spokesperson said they are always looking for opportunities but do not have a specific plan involving the Korumburra site at this stage.

Shire-wide: Lorraine Brunt is running for Strzelecki Ward but has pledged to represent the entire region.

Respite Information Session

Would you like to take a break?

When you care for a family member or friend who is frail, aged or has a disability, sometimes you need a rest. If you would like to know what services and options are available to you, come along to an afternoon information session in your local area in October between 1.10 -3.30pm.

Staff from local and regional service providers of respite will be there to share information about the range of respite services that might suit your needs.

The session is open to all unpaid carers in the community.

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By Brad Lester CORNER Inlet landholders are concerned they will be left with too much responsibility for maintaining seawalls bordering their properties.

The walls span 25km around the rim of Corner Inlet, protecting 172 rural and residential properties from inundation by the sea.

About seven kilometres of seawalls are located on Crown land.

Landholders are concerned they could be liable if the walls were to fail, flooding land.

The walls are at a risk of wombats and neglect by residents, and are owned by landowners whose properties adjoin the walls.

South Gippsland Shire Council is wary of assuming responsibility for the seawalls for concern of exposing ratepayers to financial liability. As council does not own the seawalls, it is unable to obtain insurance

for maintenance.

The seawalls have traditionally been managed by a Section 86 Advisory Committee but council said the committee has been acting in a more informal, advisory role rather than meeting officially to conduct business.

Council was last Wednesday briefed on four options for future management by council’s governance manager Luke Anthony.

He said option four – that council resolves to declare it does not have the resources to manage the seawalls – would absolve council from all liability.

But Mr Anthony recommended council pursue option one: to help affected landowners establish an incorporated association and a funding scheme through a special charge for the association to maintain the seawalls.

Landowners will fund the scheme.

“Funding to establish and maintain the seawalls has historically been

facilitated through council.

Council currently does not have the resources to maintain the seawalls that are located between private property and DSE land, but has a risk exposure due to historical involvement with them,” Mr Anthony’s report stated.

His report presented council with information additional to that presented at a council meeting on August 29.

Council is now funding a Seawalls Condition Audit to determine the condition of the walls. That report should be presented to council when council decides its future involvement in the issue, at the October 24 council meeting.

Toora man Roger Lette said council should never have been urged to vote on the matter in August “without proper research or consultation with affected parties or the seeking of proper legal advice”.

“To say this is underhanded is putting it in the mildest of terms,” he said.

Mr Lette said giving landholders responsibility for maintenance was “akin to maintaining a naturestrip which is not within the titleholder’s boundary”.

“Title can only be extended to the highest tide mark and in this case, should the wall be removed, the high tide mark would be inside the current boundaries,” he said.

Ian Dubignon of Toora said council should be looking after the seawalls on behalf of the community.

Carmel Van Kuyk, a member of the original committee, said some committee members were concerned about being liable should the walls fail.

Her son Allen Van Kuyk said council stood to lose substantial rates due to property devaluation if properties were flooded.

The seawalls were built from 1970 to 1974 after severe flooding in early 1961, and span from Agnes River in the east to Fuller Road, Foster in the west.

Rising tide: Toora residents Ian Dubignon, Greg Stewart and Hugh Sarjeant are concerned about the future management of seawalls.

Food market hub

By Jane Ross INVERLOCH is becoming the farmers’ market hub of South Gippsland.

It has already hosted a Regional Farmers Market for five years and will soon have a second monthly market run by the community.

Bass Coast Shire Council intervened to sort out a timing issue when both market organisers wanted their event on the same day. Both will be in The Glade.

The new market has been given a permit for the fourth Sunday of the month and the existing one a renewed permit for the third Sunday.

Peter Arnold of Regional Farmers

Markets said he welcomed the new market, saying it would bring more people “and more good food” to the area.

He said his organisation runs 16 markets across the state.

“Inverloch is the strongest country market we do. It is so well supported by the local community.”

On October 21, there will be a celebration of the 60th Regional Farmers Market at Inverloch, with give-away hampers and lucky “door” prizes.

Kate Edwards is president of the Inverloch Community Farmers Market, which is a sub-committee of the Inverloch Tourism Association.

She said the new market would start on November 25.

“We have 35 local producers in

Inverloch. They approached us wanting a new market.

“The market is about making the local community sustainable.

It will make local producers feel sustainable.”

Kate said it would also provide producers with a means of feeding their product into Inverloch’s retail outlets.

“Cafes and restaurants can’t get enough of our local produce.”

Funding from Regional Development Victoria has allowed the employment of a market manager. She is Tinnille Hall of Inverloch.

The community market will involve service clubs and the Inverloch Primary School and will include a marquee for local performers.

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Up high: a helicopter similar to that used during powerline inspections last week.

Powerlines inspected SP AusNet undertook pre-summer helicopter patrols along its large, 66-kilovolt powerlines in South Gippsland last Wednesday and Thursday.

The helicopter patrolled from Leongatha to Morwell, then from Leongatha to Wonthaggi, returning via

Inverloch, and Wonthaggi to Phillip Island.

The low-flying helicopter gives SP AusNet unobstructed access to identify electrical assets that require maintenance and repairs to ensure the safe and reliable supply of electricity to households and businesses leading into the 2012-13 summer.

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Bowls for young and old Leongatha Bowls Club offers seniors as well as the young great facilities to enjoy in their recreation time.

Most new members make the comment they wish they had begun playing earlier.

The club offers two fantastic synthetic greens which can be played on all year round.

The greens are complete with marvellous shade facilities, a large fully licensed clubhouse, reverse cycle air-conditioning and an evening meal on the first Friday of each month.

As a member, you receive a great social game, and the opportunity to meet and

make new friends, as well as personalised coaching from five qualified coaches.

There are new sets of bowls for members to try and practice with, and the club is friendly and is always looking for new members.

Bowls is a sport that if desired can be played purely on a social basis without any commitment to regular competition and at Leongatha, social bowls is played on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons.

If you are interested in becoming a member don’t hesitate to call Allan Rayson on 5662 3042, Jeff Pendergast on 5662 0974 or Glenys Emmerson on 5662 2082.

Great club: the Leongatha Bowls Club is friendly and welcomes anyone who wants to become a member.

Celebrating seniors SOUTH Gippslanders will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Victorian Seniors Festival next week.

Run from October 7 to 14, the festival will have a special focus on celebrating good eating this year.

Special events in the region will include the State Trustees Country Concert Series with Jade Hurley performing in Korumburra on October 12, as well as the 30th year celebration tour for the Victoria Police Bands, with performances held in Cowes and Wonthaggi on October 9, and in Yarram on October 11.

A Seniors Festival concert supported by local growers and suppliers in South Gippsland will also be held on October 12.

Minister for Ageing David Davis encouraged seniors to pick up

a 2012 Victorian Seniors Festival program guide or log on to the Seniors Online website to learn more about local events throughout the week.

“Ever since the Victorian Seniors Festival first burst onto the scene in 1982, countless events from bushwalks and bands to concerts and sporting events have been enjoyed state-wide,” he said.

“Now in its 30th year, older Victorians in the Gippsland region are again spoilt for choice with a diverse program of entertainment and activities.

“With $687,000 from the Victorian Coalition Government, each of Victoria’s 79 councils has received a grant for events during the festival.”

Mr Davis praised the theme of this year’s festival of celebrating good eating.

“Food is vital to life in many

ways. Food is a way to keep in touch with old friends and new, whether by cooking together, going out for meals or sharing special events,” he said.

“The festival will feature ‘Celebrating good eating’ events hosted by local councils including healthy food tours, luncheons, afternoon teas, cooking demonstrations and dinner dances.

Contact your local council for more information on local festival events.

The Festival’s 120 page program is available from August 25 at all libraries, council offices, neighbourhood houses, University of the Third Age offices and Life Activity Clubs.

You can call Seniors Information Victoria on 1300 135 090 for a program or visit Seniors Online at www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au to browse the online calendar.

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Cruising through retirement GLENIS and Graeme Calder have had many travel plans arranged by the staff at Jetset Leongatha.

So, when they found out the travel agency’s Jill and Ed Carmody were taking an escorted river cruise trip to Europe, they signed up to go.

Both retired teachers, they wanted a relaxing holiday that would include history, sightseeing, interesting experiences and good company. On the escorted APT cruise, they found them all.

Would they go again?

“Yes,” they chorus.

Glenis travelled in Europe in 1995, but Graeme hadn’t been before. The couple had shared trips to Hong Kong, Bali and Queensland and had been thinking for years they’d like to go to Europe together.

Twelve months before last August’s cruise, they heard Jill and Ed were escorting a river cruise, so that was their opportunity.

“Ed needed someone to keep an eye on him!”

Graeme chuckled. “I found out I’m a far better photographer than he is.”

In Ed’s view, that friendliness and repartee help make travelling an enjoyable experience.

“When you go away, you get to know people and become very strong friends. I’ve noticed that with group trips.”

The comfort and security of having everything organised by someone else and your own travel agent with you in case anything went wrong was, in Glenis’s eyes, part of the appeal.

The Calders joined their companions when they boarded a coach in Leongatha and returned home

by coach at the end of the 23-day journey which took them first to Prague, then Budapest where they boarded their river ship for 15 days, followed by three days in Paris.

“The river cruise was a relaxed way to travel; everything was provided, it was all there for us.”

They ate well, but regular opportunities to disembark on sightseeing forays that involved walking, meant they didn’t end the holiday feeling overweight. Graeme cycled on one shore excursion, recalling it was “a bloody long way”!

“We had heaps of fun,” Jill said.

There were 24 on the Jetset tour and the ship carried an average 140 passengers.

The river ship travelled at night, but the whole journey was planned around river locks and

ports of call.

“You see a lot of scenery while cruising; the ships don’t go fast, it’s a scenic journey,” Jill explained. “There is a big network of river cruises because of the canal systems. You get to the heart of the country.”

“At night you don’t even know you’re moving,” Glenis added. “There is not one thing I would criticise from the moment we started until the moment we got home.”

“I loved it!” Graeme declared.

“There is a big network of river cruises because of the canal systems. You get to the heart of the country.”

River cruising can take you from one end of Europe to the other and Portugal is becoming popular too.

According to the Calders, the ship’s crew

was helpful and obliging and excursion guides really knowledgeable.

Why travel at all?

“It’s partly the enjoyment,” Glenis said, “travel creates awareness of our place in the world and in history.”

“It reinforces the history you know,” Graeme added.

Jill has done a lot of river cruising and Jetset has tours next year to Russia and Canada, both of which have vacancies.

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Be sure to check out a booklet from Consumer Affairs Victoria before you do.

The guide, Retirement Villages.

Guide to choosing and living in a retirement village, explains the types of villages available, tips for choosing a village, varieties of contracts, fees and charges and what to know before you sign a contract.

The booklet also explores how to have a say, resolving village disputes and leaving a retirement village.

“Entering a retirement village should be viewed as a lifestyle decision, not an investment to make money. Many people presume they are making a capital investment when they buy into a retirement village and expect their investment to increase in value over time, just like other property investments. This is not usually the case,” the guide states.

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“You could be required to pay significant fees and charges when you leave a village, some of these ongoing.

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Scootin’: line dancing is becoming popular at the Leongatha Senior Citizens Centre. Classes with two instructors are held every Thursday morning.

Line dancing and more ONCE you become a senior, you go to everything!

That’s Ian Rasmussen’s motto and his credo has added lots of fun and new friends to his life.

It has also brought volunteer work, for Ian was the treasurer of Leongatha Senior Citizens Club for 10 years and is now its secretary.

He didn’t seek the roles, but when

he first retired from work, he found out the club’s treasurer was an 84-year-old woman who wanted someone else to take on the job. Ian resisted, but finally said he’d “do the club’s books” once a month. In no time he was treasurer.

“I haven’t regretted it.”

He finds membership of the club and his involvement on the committee very satisfying.

The club has just introduced line dancing to its many activities; lessons provided by two instructors who devote the first half hour of weekly classes at the Dakers Centre to novices. The classes haven’t been promoted in any way and already draw up to 12 each Thursday. Ian is hoping this article will attract more. He said the classes start at 9.30am and run until noon.

“The instructors approached the committee to see if we could slot it in and we did. We didn’t know how it would go but it’s been reasonably popular.”

Club members meet at the Dakers Centre every Friday, with up to 80 people attending. There is usually some entertainment and top country and western singer Peter Denahy will

be appearing soon.

Every third Friday a meal is served and whenever there’s a fifth Friday in the month, that’s another day for a shared repast. Sometimes students from Yooralla cater, members have enjoyed eating fish and chips out of paper wrapping and there’s been a pie and chips lunch too.

Victorian Seniors Festival 2012 THE Victorian Seniors Festival is celebrating 30 years this year.

The festival will run from Sunday, October 7 to Sunday, October 14 and there are hundreds of events and activities for

seniors being run across the state.

In Bass Coast there is a range of great events. Most are free or require only a

gold coin donation.

Events include: • Wonthaggi Festival of Golf hosted by the Wonthaggi Golf Club;

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• Country concert with Jade Hurley in Korumburra hosted by the South Gippsland Shire Council. Free transport is available to this event; • Victoria Police Band concerts held in Cowes and Wonthaggi; • YMCA come and try activities; • Wonthaggi Historical Society is holding four different interactive sessions on the history of Wonthaggi and surrounding districts; • seniors clubs are offering barbecue lunches with entertainment or games afterwards; • come and try dancing or croquet; • Get on the Green program – Come

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Metropolitan and regional public transport is free to Seniors Card holders during the festival. V/line services are available and are free on selected days.

Information on events can be found in the local program of events which is available at visitor information and customer service centres and libraries across the shire. Further information is available on council’s website www.basscoast.vic. gov.au under calendar of events or call them on 1300 BCOAST (226 278).

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John is proud to have reached such a significant milestone after beginning his business from scratch on his own.

Today, Retire and Wealth Planning has grown to eight staff, including John’s business partner and financial planner Matthew Hams.

The business has also expanded to two offices in Korumburra and Leongatha, where Matthew is based, as well as an office by appointment in Inverloch for clients in the Bass Coast area.

John, who specialises in self managed super and retirement planning, said many people do not realise how they can benefit from professional advice when it comes to financial planning, and the team at Retire and Wealth Planners can help clients in a number of dif-

ferent ways.

“We currently look after about $100 million of clients’ wealth accumulation and retirement funds,” he said.

“I think there is a perception that all we do is invest money, but there is also a lot of strategic advice that we give our clients.

“We also provide advice on Centrelink, aged care and estate planning and other areas which clients may not be aware of.”

It is never too early to prepare for retirement, with pre-planning essential for a secure financial future, according to John.

“It is important that there is some form of preplanning and that it is not just done at the last minute,” he said.

“Preferably, a few years before retirement is a good idea so that a number of strategies can be put into place, as once a client is retired, they may not have those options.”

As a locally based and run business, the team at Retire and Wealth Planning also recognise the importance of supporting the community.

“The community looks after us and we like to give back,” John said.

“It’s important to give back to the community

and we provide significant sponsorship to sporting teams, school programs and community groups all over South Gippsland, including in Leongatha, Korumburra, Inverloch and Wonthaggi.

Matthew and myself are also involved in various groups ourselves.”

John and Matthew are also joined by junior financial planner David Caporale, and are supported by

administration staff Dana, Danny, Jayde and Allison, all able to assist clients with any enquiries.

“My wife Vicki and Matt’s wife Melinda are also involved with the administration side of the business,” John said.

Retire and Wealth Planners offer a no obligation, free appointment for anyone interested in discussing their financial future.

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RETIREMENT

Lots to do at Woorayl Lodge THE residents at Woorayl Lodge have a plethora of activities to help keep them entertained and stimulated.

The aged care hostel employs a diversional therapist and lifestyle attendant five days a week

and the facility is well supported by the community, providing volunteers, singers and others.

Lodge manager Jo White said her staff does everything they can to make the facility as homelike, comfortable and happy as possible. Many

go beyond the call of duty, doing things for residents out of working hours such as shopping, particularly for those who don’t have family nearby.

Having moved to Leongatha from the city, Jo said she is constantly amazed at how much community support there is for Woorayl Lodge and the amount of work people are prepared to do on a voluntary basis.

Keith Marshman is one. He’s president of the management committee

and Jo said he is there a great deal, attending to all sorts of tasks. She said the committee of management is very supportive.

Next month, Woorayl Lodge will host an interlodge trivia competition and provide morning tea and lunch for residents from the four other aged care homes that will take part.

Then there’s the annual fete in November, for which residents help make craft items.

Asked at what stage

retirees should start planning for their aged care needs, Jo said there is never a right time because the need for it depends on a person’s health.

“We have residents in their 60s and another, who has only just come in, who is 99,” she said.

“But I think families should talk about aged care needs and I think people are more open to that.

People are often admitted to these facilities in an emergency.”

Helper: Barry Hunt was volunteering at Woorayl Lodge, helping serve afternoon tea after a concert by the Mirboo North Singers.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 23

Trees left to fall

By Jacob de Kunder

SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is leaving trees to fall and break fences that border a Koonwarra reserve.

Ada Baker’s property borders council’s Koonwarra Bushland Reserve and she said trees often fall and break her fence.

“There’s been many times when the trees have fallen over and broken the fence,” she said.

“Then the cattle get out and it’s only a short walk for them to get to the road.

“The major concern is if the cattle make it to the road, then they can cause a car accident.”

Mrs Baker leases her property to local farmers and would

like to get her fences upgraded, but has been encouraged not to.

“I got a man in to look at upgrading the fence and he said it wouldn’t be worth it if the fence keeps getting broken,” she said.

“I want to be able to be sure that cattle are secure in my paddocks.”

Mrs Baker said she contacted council and has had no response on the matter.

“I can’t go out there and grab a chainsaw and cut them down myself,” she said.

“If I did, I would probably get in trouble for cutting down trees in a reserve.”

A council spokesperson said they would remove the trees if they were a safety issue.

“If a tree poses an immediate safety risk, that is, it could

fall at any moment or has large limbs that are hanging dangerously (threatening a specific target), council will inspect the tree and take appropriate action,” the spokesperson said.

“Where a tree hangs over a neighbouring property but does not pose an immediate safety risk, a landowner at his or her expense, can remove that part of the tree which encroaches onto their property.”

Mrs Baker said council should be accountable for these trees.

“Some of them are just waiting to fall,” she said.

“An easy solution would be to remove the ones that are right on the fence and stop them from growing there.”

Fall and repair: this tree fell recently and damaged the fence around Ada Baker’s property.

Seven free ways to celebrate Seniors Week MORE than 250 tickets have already been snapped up for the annual free Seniors Festival Concert at the Korumburra Recreation Centre on Friday, October 12.

Be sure to book your tickets soon to avoid disappointment.

“South Gippsland Shire Council is offering six additional events suggested by community members that extend the range of celebrations,” project officer Tania Ryan said.

“These are funded through the Department of Health’s Improving Livability for Older People project.”

The events are: Monday, October 8: Choosing healthy options shopping tour, Mirboo North, IGA 10–11.30am. A guided tour with a dietician looking at what the labels mean and how to choose healthy options. Meet at the front of the store. Places are limited. Book now.

Tuesday, October 9: CPR for seniors and volunteers, Mirboo North Football Ground, Mirboo North, 9am to noon or Nyora Community Centre, Henley Street, Nyora, 1-4pm.

A half day interactive course teaching strategies that could save a life. Tutor John Barrie is a mobile intensive care ambulance-paramedic, a qualified single responder unit and aqua paramedic.

Also that day, Poetry and Music at Foster Library 2–3.30pm. Enjoy an afternoon of poetry and live music followed by some afternoon tea. You will be entertained by a local poet and enjoy the music of Heart Strings. Meet in the library.

Wednesday, October 10: movie afternoon, Red Dog, Dakers Centre, Leongatha 1.30–3.30pm. A popular Australian movie, based on the legendary true story of the Red Dog which united a disparate local community while roaming the Australian outback in search of his long lost master.

Thursday, October 11: Come and try Aqua Movers, SPLASH, Leongatha 10.30 –11.45am. Aqua Movers session lasts for 45 minutes, followed by morning tea. A great chance to try some exercise and meet some new people.

Also that day, Come and Try Golf, Welshpool Golf Course, Port Welshpool, 1pm. New and current players welcome.

Play with members in teams of three, playing nine hole ambrose. Enjoy a game of golf and some afternoon tea at the club.

Friday, October 12. Seniors Festival Concert, Korumburra Recreation Centre, Charles Street, Korumburra, 1pm. Featuring Jade Hurley, Australia’s king of country rock. Doors open at 11.30am if you wish to bring lunch. Afternoon tea supplied following concert.

All events are free and bookings are essential on 5662 9200.

Governor inducts new Lion LIONS district governor Don Cameron visited the Inverloch Lions Club recently.

He is responsible for District 201V3, which encompasses 60 Lions Clubs from the Mornington Peninsula to Mallacoota in eastern Victoria.

Mr Cameron was accompanied by his wife, Lion Pam Cameron and zone eight chairperson, Lion Eileen Carolan.

During the meeting, Mr Cameron inducted new member Bob Treloar into the Inverloch Lions Club and congratulated Mr Treloar’s sponsor Karl Scothern.

He also congratulated the Inverloch

Lions on their concentrated efforts in raising funds and awareness for “YAMS” (You Are My Sunshine) foundation.

YAMS is a foundation primarily established to fund research to find a cure for the childhood cancer disease, neuroblastoma.

Inverloch Lions were responsible for gaining support from the 60 clubs in the District 201V3 and has raised thousands of dollars to date.

It is hoped the fundraising will spread nationally to all Lions clubs throughout Australia.

Meanwhile locally, the Inverloch Lions are gearing up for the annual Inver-

loch Family Fun Festival in November.

This year, the festival will be equal to last year’s successful event with the Family Fun Run and Billy Cart Derby heading the list of attractions.

The Lions club will also be holding a function in the Inverloch Community Centre on Melbourne Cup Eve, November 5, to assist with YAMS fundraising.

Inverloch and District Lions Club is an active service club that enjoys helping the community as well as socially joining together during the year. Anyone interested in joining the club can contact president Geoff Cole on 5674 6030.

Courthouse party 100 years in making ONE of the most famous buildings in Leongatha turns 100 this year.

A party fit to mark such a grand occasion is being thrown.

The centenary of the Leongatha Courthouse will be celebrated over five days later this month, with a combination of music, drama, historical displays and lectures.

The courthouse is now the home of the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band and the band will be a major part of the event.

The commemoration culminates with the main activities on Saturday, October 27.

Band musicians will lead a march in Leongatha to the courthouse around midday, where historic police vehicles and South Gippsland Historical Car Club will be parked.

The public is invited to lectures about family law, citizenship, public prosecution and democracy, and to watch the planting of a centenary tree, the unveiling of a commemorative rock and the laying of a time capsule.

Lectures will be delivered by lawyer Geraldine O’Connell, Sophie Dixon, Bob Leslie JP, Wendy Caple JP and Leading Senior Constable Louise Gerrard.

Two paintings of the interior and exterior of the courthouse will be unveiled, with the interior scene to depict band members in rehearsal.

Local artist Bob Hickman has created the works as a record of the appearance of use of the courthouse today.

The courthouse will be open

for inspection and band members will host a barbecue.

Leongatha Lyric Theatre will present a performance of Trial

by Jury in the courthouse on Saturday evening, as well as on the evening of Friday, October 26.

The show will be intimate and light hearted.

Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks is the chairman of the organising committee.

“The courthouse is one of the most significant public buildings in the shire and it stands at the most significant crossroads in the shire,” he said, referring to the junction of the South Gippsland, Strzelecki and Bass highways.

“The committee has come up with an ambitious program of events for a large cross-section of the community because we want to be as inclusive as we can.”

Celebrations start on Tuesday, October 23 with Michael Challinger giving a public lecture on historic courthouses of Victoria from 7.30pm at the courthouse, with an informal dinner at McCartin’s Hotel beforehand.

South Gippsland Shire Council will host a citizenship ceremony at the courthouse at 5.30pm on Wednesday, October 24.

On Thursday, October 25, there will be mock trials held at Mary MacKillop College and Leongatha Secondary College.

Leongatha and District Historical Society will be open during the day on Thursday and Friday.

Free rubbish vouchers THE reform team contesting this month’s Bass Coast Shire Council election will, if elected, introduce free vouchers for the disposal of rubbish.

Welcome aboard: Lion’s zone eight chairperson Eileen Carolan with newly inducted Inverloch and District Lions Club member Bob Treloar, together with Lions District Governor Don Cameron and Lion Pam Cameron.

Reform team members Caroline Talbot and Zena Benbow making the announcement on behalf of the team, said ratepayers would receive two free vouchers each year to allow for the disposal of the contents of standard 120 litre wheelie bins.

Mrs Talbot, who is contesting Churchill Ward, said waste

disposal is a major issue for all residents and ratepayers in Bass Coast, particularly with the looming closure of the Rhyll Tip and to be able to dump extra rubbish for no cost would be of great assistance to most people.

Zena Benbow, who is contesting the Leadbeater Ward, said the free vouchers will be able to be used at any transfer station or rubbish tips in the shire.

“It’s high time the long suffering ratepayers in Bass Coast got something back considering the high rates they are paying,” Ms Benbow said.

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Dinosaur lovers’ paradise DINOSAURS were the focus of two events hosted by the South Gippsland Landcare Network recently.

Look at this: Jacob Daly holds a claw from a large carnivorous dinosaur found near San Remo and the jawbone of Koolasuchus cleelandi, a giant amphibian.

★★★★★★★★ ★★★★★★★★ ARIES - March 21 - April 20

This is a great week for mending relationships. Tensions at the workplace may ease thanks to the intervention of a friend. Coincidences abound through the weekend. A travel opportunity opens up.

TAURUS - April 21 - May 22

A tendency to reveal too much information too soon could land you in hot water. Be on your guard and don’t make announcements prematurely.

GEMINI - May 23 - June 21

Financial projects dominate your time. Be sure to research your topics as soundly as you can. A platonic relationship brings some pleasant surprises. A writing project may be stalled.

CANCER - June 22 - July 22

You will find this is a good week for acquiring special objects. Your self sufficient streak surfaces. You shock and delight friends with your independent ways.

LEO - July 23 - August 22

Your powers of concentration can be strong. This is an excellent week for pursuing a key goal. Don’t neglect the health needs of loved ones. An old friend may resurface.

VIRGO - August 23 - September 22

Your self indulgent streak is trying to surface. Be on your guard if trying to stick to a diet. Your artistic skills are noted, especially among your workmates. Some financial news may need clarification.

LIBRA - September 23 - October 22

Joint ventures are highlighted in a week that accents partnership arrangements. If handling documents, be sure to read all the fine print. Relationships require a more tender approach.

SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21

The competition heats up at the workplace. Be assertive, but don’t make it too obvious. In personal relationships, a loved one sets out to pamper and surprise you.

SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22

This is a week that is full of fun which may include planned and surprise social events. You are finally feeling more comfortable in your relationship.

CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20

Avoid shortcuts, notably in the household environment. Skills can be sharply honed now. You may be signing up for a course in computer technology. Creative activities are spotlighted too.

AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19

News from distant corners arrives at an unexpected time. Relationships are improving gradually, but this is not the time to rush the process. A review of your finances is important.

PISCES - February 20 - March 20

Casual friendships prove rewarding. Travel is on the horizon, perhaps with one or more family members. Hunches about individuals and their motives are generally correct.

BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK

You are a humanitarian and an individualist and you love life’s comforts and luxuries. You have an inventive spirit which comes into sharp focus in the next few months and may lead to career strides.

Family obligations become more evenly shared over the coming months.

The first was on a Saturday evening at the Meeniyan Hall with Dr Tom Rich, world renowned palaeontologist from the Victorian Museum to talk about the history and diversity of fossils at the Inverloch and Koonwarra dig sites.

Mike Cleeland, palaeontologist and teacher brought some wonderful specimens for everyone to hold and even a dinosaur test, with children passing with flying colours.

Leslie Kool has been involved with the Dinosaur dreaming site for many years and edited the book Dinosaur Dreaming, and joined the evening, signing copies of her book.

More than 60 people attended the evening that had everyone captivated as they learnt about local dinosaurs, how they are extracted, and where there may be more.

On the Sunday, dinosaur fanatics ventured onto the flat rocks site with Mike showing a dinosaur footprint in the rocks, the location of

a volcanic fissure that crosses the rocks, goes under the sand and presents again as it rises up the cliff face.

The dinosaur weekend had a serious side as well. Dr Rich is looking for other sites in South Gippsland where dinosaurs might be present.

Did you know that South Gippsland has a century long association with dinosaurs and there could be feathered dinosaurs preserved similar to those found in China in the past two decades that have revolutionised experts’ thinking about dinosaurs?

The only reason we haven’t found the extent of dinosaur skeletons in Koonwarra is we haven’t done enough digging.

Dr Rich isn’t looking to dig up anyone’s paddock, but if you are exposing rock when putting in a new farm track or digging a dam which might expose the right kind of rock, Dr Rich would love to hear from you.

Contact Dr Tom Rich, curator of vertebrate palaeontology, Museum Victoria, PO Box 666, Melbourne 3001. Email: trich@museum.vic.gov. au or telephone 9270 5054.

Brown coal’s big potential

By Jane Ross THERE is more brown coal in South Gippsland than the Latrobe Valley.

And it’s a resource that could well become part of Victoria’s developing clean energy industry.

All that’s needed is the right technology to drastically reduce brown coal’s heavy greenhouse gas emissions and a commodities port from which to ship it.

The latter is on its way, with construction of the $7.5 million stage one of Port Anthony at Barry Beach.

If the “clean coal” technology falls into place, South Gippsland’s rich brown coal reserves could be tapped within the next 20 years, offering myriad jobs and a booming economy.

Federal Resources and Energy Minister Martin Ferguson recently announced a $90 million Advanced Lignite (brown coal) Demonstration Program inviting interested parties to upgrade raw brown coal to end use stage. The project is a joint federal and Victorian Government one.

Mr Ferguson said its aim is to provide jobs and a sustainable economy for the Latrobe Valley and surrounding districts.

When announcing the project, the minister

Church Times ANGLICAN: Wednesday, October 3: 9.30am Woorayl Lodge HC; 10.15am Koorooman House HC; 11.00am St Peter’s Mid-Week HC. Friday, October 5: 7.30pm St Andrew’s, Dumbalk HC. Sunday, October 7: 8am St Peter’s HC; 10am St Peter’s Contemporary Worship with HC. Tuesday, October 9: 7pm St Andrew’s, Dumbalk / St David’s Meeniyan Fellowship.

ST MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Mirboo North. Phone 5668 1346. Holy Communion 8.30am: Worship and Sunday School 10am.

ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: Korumburra: Sunday 9.30am and Wednesday 11.30am. Poowong: Second and fourth Sundays, 11am.

ST GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH: McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi.

Sunday, 9.30am Eucharist, 11am Family Service, Wednesday 10am Eucharist.

Anglican Church of the Ascension: The Crescent, Inverloch. Sunday 9am Eucharist, Tuesday 10am Eucharist.

For details of Community Meal, Youth Group, Bible Studies & Kids Club, contact Rev. Graeme Peters 5672 4590 or visit www. basscoastanglican.org.au AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN CHURCHES (AOG): Prom Coast Community Church Inc. - Foster Community House, Station Street, 10am: Sunday. Sunday School and Creche operates. Pastor Bill Watson 5686 2248.

A.O.G. Inverloch - Cnr Bear and McIntosh Street, Inverloch. Sunday Service 10am; Imagine Christmas Day Service 9am. Contact: Jeff Robertson, 0418 125 832 or Imagine Burwood 9888 7466.

Korumburra Southern Hills A.O.G. - 4 Mine Rd, 10am: Sunday. Also Children’s Church and Creche. Contact: Pastor Rob Davey 5625 3226. Youth: Neville Stuart ph. 0407 343 219.

Equip Church - 17 Michael Place, Leongatha. Sunday service 10am.

Contact: John 0408 305 880.

Wonthaggi A.O.G. - Billson Street, 10am: Sunday. Contact: Pastor Barry Smith 5672 3984.

CHRISTIAN REVIVAL CRUSADE: 40 Hughes Street, Leongatha.

Sunday, Morning Service 10.30 am: Inspirational Service, 6.30pm: Children’s Church 10.30am: Home cells weekly. For all enquiries contact 5664 5455.

THE CHURCH AT ARCHIES CREEK: Every Sunday 11am Worship, 6pm Faith Forum; 1st Sunday of each month simultaneous service for singles to age 25. Tea/coffee and lunch provided. Phone:

Ps. Chris Chetland 5678 7692, 0447 724 989.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST: Saturdays, Church service 10am., Leongatha Sabbath School - 11.30am.

CATHOLIC: St Laurence’s Parish Leongatha: 5 pm Mass Saturday, 11am Mass Sunday.

Tarwin Lower: In St Andrew’s Union Church, 5pm winter, 6pm summer Mass Saturday.

Meeniyan: 9.30am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 11am, 2nd and 4th Sundays.

Mirboo North: 11am Mass, 1st, 3rd, 5th Sundays and 9.30am Mass, 2nd and 4th Sundays.

St. Joseph’s Parish Korumburra: 9.30am Sunday Mass.

Loch: 5pm/6pm Daylight saving Sunday Mass.

Wonthaggi: Saturday evening 6.30pm: Evening Mass; Sunday, 10.30am: Mass.

Inverloch: Sunday 9 am: Mass.

KORUMBURRA’S AGLOW: First Monday every month at Korumburra Day Centre, Korumburra Hospital, Bridge St., Korumburra at 7.45pm. Inquiries phone 5657 2214.

GIPPSLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: meets at the Baromi Centre Mirboo North, Sunday 4-5pm Family Communion, 5-530pm refreshments, 5.306.15pm Bible Studies for adults, teens and children. Friday-Home Fellowships. More info: Bob Stevens 0400 403 765 or www. gippslandcf.org.au SALVATION ARMY LEONGATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 52 Anderson Street (South Gippsland Highway) - Sunday: Family Worship at 10am: Sagala Tuesday, 4 - 5.30pm; mainly music, Thursday 10am. All welcome.

Please contact Captain Martyn and Heather Scrimshaw, ph. 5662 5122.

SALVATION ARMY WONTHAGGI COMMUNITY CHURCH meets at 149 McKenzie Street every Sunday at 11am for Family Worship. Kids' Club - every Tuesday at 4 pm, Women's Group - Wednesday at 1.30pm, and Playgroup - Friday 9.30am. Evening Ladies' Fellowship - First Monday each month and Youth Groups held monthly.

All welcome. Please contact Lt. Robyn and Max Lean. Ph. 5672 1228.

PRESBYTERIAN: Sunday Service 10am, corner Bent and Turner Streets, Leongatha. Moderator Rev. Mark Smith 5625 4112.

CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH: Reformed Church meeting at the corner of Peart and Brown Streets. Sunday family service at 10.30am. (10am daylight saving time), creche and Sunday School available. All Sunday evening services at 5pm. Fortnightly youth activities. Home Bible Fellowship groups. Contact 5662 2527.

UNITING CHURCH: Leongatha: Sunday, October 7, 10am. Tarwin Lower: 10.30am (HC). Mirboo North: 9.30am. Meeniyan: 10am.

Wonthaggi: Sunday 9.30am, Family Service, all welcome.

Inverloch: Sunday 11am: Korumburra: Sunday, 9.30am: Rev. Pastors Gavin and Sue Sharp, 5655 1997. Arawata: 11.30am 1st & 3rd Sundays. Kongwak: 11.30am 4th Sunday.

B A P T I S T C H U R C H KORUMBURRA: 39 Mine Rd, Korumburra. Service and Sunday School 10.30am. Pastor Ian Wilkinson. Phone 5658 1366.

BAPTIST CHURCH WONTHAGGI: Cnr McBride & Broome Crescent, Wonthaggi.

Morning Service & Children’s Activities, Sunday 10am. Weekly activities see www. wonbaptist.org.au, Pastor Geoff Pegler 5672 4769.

MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: Sunday, 10am: Meeniyan Youth Club Hall.

COMBINED CHURCHES WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH: 4th Sunday each month at 7pm.

SCOTS PIONEER CHURCH: Mardan South. Pleasant Sunday Afternoons on the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. See occasional ad in this paper for details. For enquiries phone 5664 9306.

FISH CREEK UNION CHURCH: 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9am; 2nd & 4th Sundays, 7pm. Contacts: Fran Grimes 5683 2650, Sue Poletti 5663 6325.

said, “The potential for further economic development using brown coal is massive and recognised internationally.”

Richard Elkington, who chairs the Regional Development Australia (RDA) Gippsland Committee, said if the whole brown coal industry takes off for power generation, the opportunities for South Gippsland will be significant.

“There are a number of exploration licences for brown coal in South Gippsland, but there is no bulk commodity port in Victoria.”

That’s where Port Anthony comes in. It has a huge adjacent area of land that would allow for the expansion and development of coal specific infrastructure.

Mr Elkington said recent announcements such as the lignite program, $3 million for the Gippsland Aerospace Industry and the release of the Latrobe Valley Industry and Employment Roadmap were outcomes of the co-operation.

He agreed those were Latrobe Valley-centric, but explained a pilot demonstration plant for brown coal, for example, would have long-term benefits for South Gippsland.

The projects are listed on a new website www. gippslandregionalplan.com. au

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 25

Vandalism: Bass Coast Council’s coast and bushland co-ordinator Derek Hibbert, with a large sign where tea tree has been illegally removed.

School’s top minds A TEAM from Newhaven College has won a Victorian section of the Tournament of Minds finals and will represent the state at the Australasian Championships.

These will be held in Perth next month.

The students are Justin Coleiro, Nathan Foote, Indi Donahoo , Lachlan Fieldew, Charlie Healey, Verena Bast-

wrous and Rachel Manning.

They progressed to the state championships after winning the Gippsland region one in the applied technology section. Two other Newhaven College teams gained honours awards in the regional finals.

The state championships involved six other schools. The team was locked away with a tournament supervisor

and given three hours to solve a problem. During that time, they were visited by a judge and also given a spontaneous challenge to solve.

College Tournament of Minds facilitator Moragh Tyler, will lead the team on its Perth challenge which will include students from Hong Kong, Singapore and New Zealand.

Council acts to stop tree vandalism COASTAL dwellers tempted to chop down foreshore trees to improve their views will be thwarted by Bass Coast Shire Council.

Large accusatory signs are being placed in the gaps.

The action follows the illegal removal in June of at least 20 mature coastal tea trees at Silverleaves on Phillip Island.

Council officers have been unable to find sufficient information

to prosecute, but they hope the sign might prompt witnesses.

Planning and environment director Hannah Duncan-Jones, said the sign is deliberately large; three metres high by three metres wide.

“Any views that might have been gained by destroying those trees are now ruined by the large sign.”

She said the site would be replanted with indigenous coastal dune species and the sign will remain until the vegetation is well established.

Ms Duncan-Jones pointed out

that since European settlement, little more than 10 per cent of Phillip Island’s indigenous vegetation remains and much of this is in coastal reserves.

“This vegetation is important for the conservation of our natural heritage,” said Ms Duncan-Jones.

“Coastal vegetation also plays an important role in providing habitat for native animals, stabilising sand dunes and protecting nearby houses and roads from the elements.”

Leadership explored LEADERSHIP is a form of purposeful behaviour to engender purposeful behaviour in others.

But leaders are always in danger of becoming more concerned with being right than being helpful. Peter Wallis took up these themes when he addressed Scots Pioneer Church last month, his talk entitled Leading With Integrity.

According to Peter, leadership involves authority, authenticity and servanthood; the latter understood not as servitude or being subservient but as enhancing the self-worth of others and as being discerning, courageous and having a sense of humour.

Peter, a former clerk of the courts and coroner in New South Wales, a former registrar of the Anglican Diocese of Gippsland and currently business manager of the Breed Street Clin-

Leader: Peter Wallis spoke about leadership at the August PSA of Scots Pioneer Church.

ic in Traralgon, was introduced by Sam Nicita, who farms locally and hosts a radio program on Life FM (103.9).

Sam also welcomed Peter’s wife, the Reverend Janet Wallis, rector of the Anglican Parish of Leongatha.

Catherine and Andy Linton, playing piano and violin respectively, graced the intervals with some fine music, while one of their daughters, three-month-old Isabel, once or twice awoke from her sleep to lead the applause.

In their articulate readings from Matthew, Audrey Greenwood and Paul Bracken anticipated some of the themes of Peter Wallis’s address.

Afterwards, most of those attending stayed on for refreshments and a chat in the hall behind the church.

The next Pleasant Sunday Afternoon will be held on September 30 at 2pm. Deb Bye, station manager of Life FM and member of the GCB board, is to give a talk about Christian Radio Ministry, with music by Michael Holloway and David Panther.

Mrs Beth Dyall will preside.

Shape Leongatha’s industrial future PEOPLE interested in Leongatha’s growth and future industrial land supply are invited to attend a briefing session.

The session, held by South Gippsland Shire Council, will be held on Wednesday, October 17 from 6–8pm.

The session will be held in the Leongatha Board Room, 49a Long Street, Leongatha, Council has appointed consulting

firm Meinhardt to conduct a Leongatha Industrial Land Supply Study to address community concerns about the availability of suitable industrial land.

The study will identify existing and potential industrial land that will stimulate industrial growth over the coming 25 years.

“This research, along with the Leongatha Parking Strategy and Leongatha Traffic and Drainage Study, will form a strategic resource to capture projected urban growth ex-

pected from increasing development in outer Melbourne,” Paul Stampton, council’s manager of strategic planning and development, said.

“Building a positive industrial environment will provide jobs and strengthen our economy.”

For more information, phone strategic planner Nick Edwards on 5662 9368 or Laura Murray of Meinhardt Consultants senior planner 8676 1324.

State winners: Newhaven College Tournament of Minds winners celebrate their success. They are back, Lachlan Fieldew, Nathan Foote, Verena Bastwrous, facilitator Moragh Tyler; centre, Charlie Healey, Justin Coleiro and Indi Donahoo. Rachel Manning is in front.

Healing rooms open PEOPLE who are sick or diseased are invited to make use of the Meeniyan Healing Rooms which will be open on Friday evenings, starting October 12.

No appointments are necessary and there is no charge.

Paul Brailey, chairman of elders of the Meeniyan Christian Fellowship and director of Meenyan Healing Rooms, said the hub would offer the chance for people to “receive God’s healing power through prayer”.

“Two members of our church who were seriously ill with life threatening conditions received prayer for healing and now testify to

God’s healing power in their lives.”

Mr Brailey said he was pleased to announce the opening of the Meeniyan Healing Rooms which are affiliated with Healing Rooms Australia and will operate in the youth hall, McLean Lane, Meeniyan.

The rooms will open between 5 and 8pm every Friday, except during school holidays.

Mr Brailey said: “We are a Christian church who believes that Jesus heals today just as in Bible times. When we pray with faith in the power of God to heal, miracles can happen.

“The God who made us is able to heal us when we get sick or injured. Jesus taught His disciples to pray for the sick and they saw people

healed. We are following the biblical teaching of Jesus to the early church to heal the sick in His name.”

Mr Brailey said those who visited the rooms would be encouraged to stay on their prescribed medication, and no advice or counselling would be given.

“All we do is pray and believe in God to heal. People are encouraged to come back and receive prayer as often as they want until their need is met,” Mr Brailey said.

To find out more, visit Healing Rooms Australia at healingrooms. com.au, ring 0412 755 627 or email brailey@ dcsi.net.au

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Stage ready: Grade 1 students will entertain with a rendition of Frere Jaques. They are in front of new trees already planted.

Singing for trees The trees will shade a playground at the school.

WITH

• OBITUARY

A VOLUNTARY COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION

RAILWAYS were part of Andy Hunt’s life from the moment he was born.

Meg Viney What a lovely Christmas season it has been - kindness everywhere. It is a beautiful family time - for us, grandchildren zooming around the house with loud screams. Once gone, Bill said that the silence was a bit much, so I zoomed through the house squealing, to bring some relief. Lots of very funny moments, and so for all of you, I hope. The turkey was divine (French fruit stuffing from last year), the ham, glazed (recipe next Christmas). My daughter-in-law's salad of Danish fetta, raspberry, baby spinach and walnut oil dressing was superb, and then after Christmas, they all need feeding again! Leftovers, yes, but with our lot, who eat like locusts, it was on to the next thing. So we got a bit creative. Today's recipe is one from an old Vogue Cooking magazine, and is surprisingly good, so easy for a crowd, and wonderfully colourful to serve.

We did the whole thing with relish and ricotta, but the lamb burgers are enough with a salad and bread if you want it really simple.

LAMB AND OLIVE HAMBURGERS Relish 2 red capsicums cut into quarters 1/2 teasp palm sugar (brown can replace) 6 tiny bay leaves Olive oil white wine vinegar Hamburger: 1 kg minced lamb 150 gm kalamata olives, chopped 3 slices of bread, blended into crumbs 2 medium brown onions, diced and sauteed in butter for 10 mins.

2 eggs, beaten To serve: 250 gm ricotta a couple of sprigs oregano/lemon thyme 2 tablespoons olive oil.

To make the relish: Roast the capsicums in a preheated 210c oven until the skins start to burn.

Place them in a paper bag and allow them to cool.

Remove the skins and blend in a food processor with the palm sugar, olive oil, bay leaves and a squirt of vinegar. Place in a bowl.

To prepare the ricotta: chop the herbs and sprinkle over the cheese, then drizzle over the oil.

Place in a 180 c oven and cook until golden brown.

Place on a plate To make the burgers: combine the lamb, olives, bread, onions and eggs - mix with clean hands, roll into hamburgers and, for preference, barbecue, otherwise, pan-fry.

Serve with some crusty bread, the relish and the ricotta.

Organised by the Inverloch Masonic Fidelity Association, the concert will feature students from Inverloch and Kongwak primary schools, performing songs learnt during music lessons and as part of the school’s cultural program.

Individual students and small groups will display special talents on the piano and singing.

This is the fourth time such a concert has been held and is open to all members of the public.

Come along to Warrawee Se-

nior Citizens Centre, A’Beckett Street, Inverloch on Tuesday, October 23 at 11am.

Tickets cost $5 and will be sold in the arcade in Inverloch on Friday and Saturday mornings from October 5.

Life of adventure well shared He was probably best known as a rail motor driver on the Leongatha line, where he drove from 1951 until his retirement in 1979.

Andy was born on May 22, 1923 into a railway family at Hoddle Railway Station residence, near Fish Creek.

The family moved to Ruby Station, then South Morang Railway Station.

Times were hard during the depression, and the kids supplemented the family rations by catching rabbits out of the stone fences.

Andy gained his Merit Certificate, and left school at age 14, making a living from milking cows and working horses.

At 16 he got a job at Heidelberg Station as a lad porter.

Then came World War Two. Andy’s experiences were interesting and part of Australia’s history.

He wanted to join the Army but there was

a problem. He was only 18 and recruits had to be 19.

Andy coerced his mother into signing the enlistment papers and the recruiting officer turned a blind eye, as Andy knew Morse code, which he had learnt in the railways.

After training, he was posted to Darwin, and on February 19, 1942 the Japanese bombed Darwin. Andy’s unit was the first on the mainland to experience the Japanese attack.

The Australians were left to defend their posts with old 118 pounder artillery guns from World War One and 80 rifles to share among 700 soldiers in the regiment. All Andy had to fight with was a star fence picket.

In 1944, he was transferred to New Guinea where they pushed the Japanese up the coast, eventually to the Island of New Britain, where they confined the Japanese to the top corner.

During his time in the Army, Andy was to face death many times

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through tropical diseases, and Japanese bombs and bullets.

After the atomic bomb, and the Japanese surrender, Andy was demobbed early because the railways wanted him back.

While he was in the army, Andy had been writing to a mate’s girlfriend’s sister, Lesley.

They met when he was on leave, and Lesley turned out to be the love of his life. They spent over 60 years of happy marriage together.

Andy had always wanted to be a train driver, and so worked hard and passed the entrance exam in record time.

He was successful in getting an appointment as a railmotor driver. His first job was at Hopetoun where son Darryl was born, then Pinnaroo in South Australia, where daughter Paula was born, and then Leongatha, where another daughter Ann was born.

Andy drove between Leongatha and Melbourne for 28 years, providing a good service to

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BOYS and girls will perform at Inverloch to raise money to buy trees at Inverloch Primary School.

Rd 1: Reformed Church Ladies (Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri), Yooralla (Tues); Rd 2: Leongatha Red Cross (Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri), National Bank (Tues); Rd 3: St Vincent De Paul (all week) will be responsible for the delivery of meals on wheels, the week beginning October 8, 2012.

People person: Andy Hunt in his railway attire. the public with antiquated rolling stock, which he kept going conscientiously, using his mechanical skills to patch them rather than cancel the train.

Parents would put their kids on the train confident they would arrive safely at the correct destination.

At his retirement, Andy was the most senior rail motor driver in Victoria.

Andy had a keen sense of humour, and was a good story teller of his experiences.

After he retired, Andy and Lesley moved to Corowa, and had their own home built, of which they were proud, having lived in a railway house until then.

They took up bowls, and enjoyed the social life, making many friends.

Andy has been an RSL member since after the war, active in Leongatha, and at Corowa where he was a trustee, and undertook hospital visits for 13 years.

He was a modest man, playing down his achievements and not seeking the limelight.

Andy’s life was one filled with love: love for Lesley, his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and his fellow man.

It shone through in his dealings with people.

Andy died on September 1, 2012.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 27

Companies get hands on In between warming up the hands and getting the correct technique to make the milk come out, let alone get it into the bucket, it is hard work.

Not to mention that it could all go down the drain with one stray kick by a cow and, of course, dodging whatever comes out from under that cow’ s tail.

Milk company representatives took to centre stage on Wednesday at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo in an effort to tame the teats.

Barry Shepherd represented Murray Goulburn, Selwyn Whitsed put his hand up for Bega, Malcolm Fechney for Fonterra, Burra Foods had previous winner Suzanne Lee on board and UDP was represented by Dale Lang.

After a couple of wild heats with milk and effluent going in all directions, it was down to the final three: Dale, Selwyn and Suzanne.

Some kicking cows and strange techniques lead to UDP’s Dale Lang taking home the ribbon.

The Agri-Business professionals took to centrestage on Thursday with NAB Brian Gannon taking out top spot after a competitive competition.

S E R V I N G

IT really is harder than it looks; hand milking is no walk in the park, that is for sure.

Top three: winner of the hand milking competition Dale Lang of UDP with runners-up Suzanne Lee of Burra Foods and Selwyn Whitsed of Bega.

Employment the focus TO coincide with the launch of GippsDairy’s Dairy Work Force project, a panel of farm employers and employees shared the ins and outs of employment on farms at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo on Wednesday.

Project leader Kylie Barry was joined by farmers Ben Croatto, Simon and Lauren Finger,

and farm employees Rod Gunhill and Shane Boyle.

Murray Goulburn’s Mark Jago led the questions and quizzed the panel on why employees were needed on a farm, hard parts about working, hiring on a farm and safety of workers.

The Fingers said they tried to give anyone that seemed willing a go on their farm.

“We decided that experience wasn’t necessarily a prerequisite,” Lauren said.

Talking work: Ben Croatto, Simon Finger, Mark Jago, Shane Boyle, Rod Gunhill, Kylie Barry and Lauren Finger were part of a panel discussion about employment on farms as part of the launch of the Dairy Workforce Project.

“If someone was keen and a hard worker, we were more than happy to put them on.”

Mr Croatto agreed.

“Character is the key,” he said.

“I had a 14-year-old female relief worker for two years and it went off without a hitch.”

Both farmers encouraged employing people on the farm to lift the load and allow some lifestyle.

Making the step to hiring someone is a big one according to Mrs Finger.

“It’s hard for people who have always only done their own work on the farm,” she said.

“Leaving your farm in the hands of someone else is very scary.

“Employing someone who you will grow to trust is a must.”

Safety and initiations were other issues raised, and farmers were encouraged to create an initiation program to ensure the employee knows their way around the farm and what to do, and also how to do it safely.

Mr Finger said farmers must also learn from their employees.

“They could come in with really good ideas and better processes than what you already use,” he said.

“You shouldn’t be afraid to take advice from them and change things every so often.”

Kylie Barry launched the Dairy Workforce Project after the panel and explained that all of this kind of information can be accessed by calling the project office on 5624 3900 or 0427 220 104.

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Fine jewellery: Noelle Walker was creating her handmade jewellery in the Ladies Pavilion at the Dairy Expo.

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New General Surgeon, Ms Naseem Mirbagheri is now visiting Bass Coast Regional Health on a monthly basis.

Ms Mirbagheri is part of the general surgical team at Southern Health, operating at Dandenong Hospital.

Bass Coast Regional Health has been working with Southern Health over the past number of months and has now reached an agreement with it for a General Surgeon to be available in Wonthaggi to do elective surgery and also to be part of the roster for on call surgeons. This is to ensure that we have surgical availability 24 hours a day, every day.

Ms Mirbagheri is in the hospital on 4 consecutive days every month – Friday through to the following Monday to undertake surgery on arranged elective cases and patients referred from the Emergency Department. She also does consultations in the Grabham Consulting Suites at the hospital for referred outpatients, on half days Monday and Friday.

Referrals for clinic sessions can be faxed by the referring medical practitioner to 5671 3319 and referred patients can schedule their appointment time by telephoning 5671 3353.

Ms Mirbagheri’s surgical expertise includes emergency surgical procedures, abdominal surgery, colorectal surgery and colonoscopy and gastroscopy.

Her next attendance is Friday 12 October and it will be every 4 weeks thereafter.

We are very pleased to have Ms Mirbagheri assisting us to provide a comprehensive surgical service to our community and ensuring that we can continue to meet the growing health care needs. We are also most appreciative for the support that Southern Health has shown in getting this arrangement off the ground. It is a really good example of large and small organisations working together to achieve something positive for the community.

Lea Pope Chief Executive Officer

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Hard working: Bill Loughridge and Denis Casey were part of the hard working Strzelecki Lions Club team that put the day together.

Stockfeeds breakfast on Thursday drew customers, suppliers and special guests in for a cooked breakfast and to listen to guest speakers.

Also on the Thursday, Matt Harms from On Farm Consulting and a panel of dairy farmers hosted a session outlining how to get over the hurdles that farmers face.

The South Gippsland Dairy Expo was once again another informative and interesting insight for farmers. ► Continued on page 28, and more photos on pages 46 and 47, and online at www.thestar.com. au

T H E

ganisers, Strzelecki Lions Club.

Key organiser Deanne Kennedy said it was a fantastic couple of days.

“We had better numbers than we did last year, up about 10 per cent with 1200 people coming through,” she said.

“It made a difference that we had two beautiful days for a change.

In 13 years, it’s the only time that we’ve had two sunny days.”

Wednesday morning kicked off with an employment on farms session with a panel of employers and employees in the farming industry.

The Murray Goulburn/Reid

H O S P I T A L

Sunshine brought crowds to the Korumburra Showgrounds to see more than 130 exhibitors involved with agriculture, from farm machinery to genetics and everything in between.

Milk processing company representatives went head-to-head in a hands-on milking competition on

Wednesday, with Dale Lang coming out on top for UDP. Agri-businesses took on the challenge on Thursday.

Kids were entertained with painting, car safety lessons and other fun stuff in Sanders Pavilion. In the Show Pavilion it was all about the ladies, with craft, jewellery and more.

Paul Macphail from Beloka Kelpie Stud at Welshpool showed his well trained working dogs in the afternoon and let kids play with his beautiful puppies.

Exhibitors were impressed with the number of genuine enquiries they received and praised the or-

Y O U R

THE Annual South Gippsland Dairy Expo was a hive of activity on Wednesday and Thursday, with the sun shining brightly overhead.

C O A S T

Expo draws farmers

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Dairy Expo in pictures More than 130 exhibitors took part in the South Gippsland Dairy Expo at Korumburra last Wednesday and Thursday.

The Star was there to capture the day in photos. ►More coverage on pages 27, 46 and 47 and online at www.the star.com.au

Ask the expert: supply manager at Burra Foods Reno Tomaino (middle) chats with Ian and Lindsay Anderson and Ian and Joy Richards at the Dairy Expo.

Showing off: John Jones from Marriotts Motorcycles and Power Equipment was on site at the Dairy Expo.

Popular: Marianne Krohn from Lik Icecream was flat out at the Dairy Expo.

Spin it up: Janet Staben put on a real life display from the Coal Creek Spinner’s Group at the Dairy Expo.

Dairy art: painting her own cow design in the Kids’ Pavilion was Sienna Bell of Meeniyan.

Road righteous: Jack and Tom Crocker enjoyed the CarEd activity track, learning you have to be prepared for anything when near a road.

Hico team: letting farmers know about herd improvement at the Dairy Expo were Phillip Fourie, Rhiannon Parry, Neil Odgers, Wilco Van Eck and Matt Russell.

Big green machines: Ryan O’Doherty from Windmill Ag had a couple of John Deere tractors on display at the Dairy Expo.

Good stuff: in the Brown’s Stock Feeds tent, Cameron Brown and Adam Hanley were letting farmers know about what’s best for their herd to eat.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 29

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 31

The art of survival - meeting the market head-on W ITH more than 23 years experience in the real estate industry, SEJ Real Estate has weathered many storms and in the knowledge that often the best defence is offence, it’s time to get off the canvas, dust yourself off, roll up your sleeves and face it head on.

If you want to be in the game instead of sitting on the sidelines in 2012, you will need some survival tactics under your belt.

Real estate businesses watch in horror as the sale boards in their offices start to resemble the scoreboards of a sporting team on a losing streak. While no one is immune to these turbulent times and confronting conditions, there are those who make a conscious decision to be proactive rather than sit back and simply go with the flow.

With a simple and uncomplicated plan that focuses on specific actions, combining hard work, tenacity and a commitment to remaining calm and sticking to it you will not only survive the storm but thrive.

With SEJ’s long term experience they do not bury their heads in the sand even though at times they may want to.

Being prepared and taking a leader-

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Attitude is everything – it’s about maintaining a positive attitude.

Too many have a ‘glass half empty’ approach to life and this can hold back achieving results.

As a leader they maintain that you must leave your mood at the back door and portray a ‘glass half full’ attitude because they believe in setting a positive example.

The team at SEJ have turned off the autopilot and have gone back to operating the old way, by touch, feel and smell.

It’s all about connecting with people on a face to face level, showing empathy, and most importantly, earning trust.

The new image at SEJ, level of service, quality of communication and enthusiasm make them stand out of the crowd.

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‘The Grange’- independent retirement living F

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This unit is currently tenanted, the occupant hoping to stay on should an investor purchase the property. It has been kept in an immaculate condition, with nothing to spend. It is ready for easy living in a wheel chair friendly environment amongst pleasantly landscaped gardens.

All rooms are light filled, with neutral coloured carpets, curtains and tiles. A great

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Clever designing has combined laundry and bathroom facilities to create a user-friendly space, including a large walkin shower. A generous sized garage (with remote controlled door) is large enough to cater for extra storage/a small workshop area, and has direct access into the unit.

An inspection of this immaculate property is recommended.

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“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 33

A sensory indulgence T

HREE gentle, northerly inclined acres lined with meticulous, established vines are the idyllic accompaniment to a breathtaking vista of hills and vales.

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MARDAN Location: 175 Napiers Lane Bedrooms:3 Bathrooms:2 Car spaces: 2 Price: $410,000 - $440,000 Agent: First National Prom Country Contact: Allen Bartlett on 0417 274 624

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A character residence with features of the 40s has been renovated, re-wired and re-roofed to provide all the comforts you’d desire. It incorporates a stunning new Miele farmstyle kitchen in timber and white, roomy lounge with gorgeous windowed outlooks, three bedrooms, utility or sun room, two updated bathrooms and a light, fresh laundry.

Features include a wood-fired heater, split system air conditioner, beautiful kitchen appliances, polished floor boards and high ceilings with period features.

The house is set amidst a casual mix of natives, exotic plantings and an olive grove, with the remnants of a former farm adding to the charm –

original pathways and fences among the trees and shrubs along with water tanks and sheds for chooks and wood.

The vines comprise predominantly Pinot Noir, with some Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz.

Shedding incorporates a tasting room with cellar door, and a small winery. Mardan Hills presently produces its own wine under the label “Mardan Hills Winery” and utilises the services of a local winemaker.

Whilst the property is being sold purely as a lifestyle farm, the opportunity also exists to separately acquire the stock, plant and business name. Information pertaining to this aspect of the property can be made available upon request.

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This 25 acre property ticks all those boxes and more.

It is located on the ever popular Leon-

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The weatherboard homestead offers three bedrooms plus a study, with a separate self contained bungalow offering extra accommodation.

A 900mm free standing stove services the country kitchen, while the solid fuel heater adds its charm to the separate lounge.

A full length verandah runs down the east side of the house, while the covered outdoor area looks out over the paddocks to

the west.

The 9m x 15m shed has fantastic access, and offers high clearance and a drive through facility.

Excellent fencing subdivides the land into seven paddocks.

Coupled with a reliable water supply, this productive land would suit any agricultural pursuit.

And then there’s that intangible charm you’ll feel it from the moment you turn in to the driveway.

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Two manicured acres provide a great space for a hobby farm and includes dam, fox - proof chook pen and a vast array of handy shedding for a workshop, cars and a caravan.

The home boasts four large bedrooms with ample room for beds and additional furniture or

KOONWARRA Location: 140 Inverloch-Koonwarra Road Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 1 Car Spaces: 2 Price: $379,000 Internet ID: 257780 Agent: Stockdale & Staff Leongatha Contact: 5662 5800

the option to utilise a room as a second living area. The kitchen, dining and family area with wood fire and reverse cycle air conditioner is the central hub of the home and is well appointed to the bathroom with separate bath and shower.

The property is located on a sealed road with good access for large vehicles and is handy to the popular Koonwarra Store and only five minutes from Leongatha.

LEONGATHA Location: 445 Leongatha North Road Bedrooms: 3 (plus study) Bathrooms: 1 Car spaces: 4 Price: $720,000 Agent: Alex Scott & Staff Leongatha Contact: 5662 0922

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It features three bedrooms, sunroom, computer nook/office, en suite, walk-in robe, bathroom, separate toilet, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dining area, Coonara heating, brand new split system to be installed, and polished floorboards with carpet to bedrooms and lounge areas.

Outside you’ll find a double carport, new

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This property is pet friendly to outside pets only.

The school bus stops at the driveway to Leongatha schools.

The house is situated on 10 acres.

References essential - express your interest and apply online.

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NERRENA Bedrooms:3 Bathrooms:2 Car spaces: 2 Price: $350 per week Agent: First National Prom Country Contact: Janine Pepyat on 0409 292 808

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• Tarwin Valley Primary School production • Bass Coast Shire Council mayor’s community thank you • The Rusty Windmill opening, Leongatha • Year 12 fete at Korumburra Secondary College • Leongatha Football-Netball Club Mad Monday celebrations • Leongatha football and netball premiership

In spotlight: Patricia Hanrahan (left) and Zena Archibald at the mayor’s thank you.

Coastal people: Ian Chan, Rosemary Chan, Des Burgess, Stanley McGeagh and Faye Burgess attended the mayor’s community thank you at Silverwater Resort, San Remo recently.

New hair: Jaiden Riddle changed his hair colour thanks to Emma Tully, at the Korumburra Secondary College fete.

Readily acknowledged: Graham Wood and Dr Tim Ealey were among Top notch: Leongatha B Grade premiership netballer Abby Dowd celebrates with family Pam Stevic, the 120 guests at the mayor’s thank you, hosted by Cr Veronica Dowman, Kaye Warren, Kim Rosos, Sue Dowd, Tom Dowd, Ryan Dowd and Sam Dowd. to acknowledge people and community groups for their support during her term as mayor.

Lucky charms: dressed as lucky leprechauns for Tarwin Valley Primary School’s production of The Amazing Race-Tarwin Valley were students, Still number one: Leongatha Parrot teammates celebrated their premiership victory at Bairs Hotel in Leback, from left, Jack, Jye and Burke, and front, from left, Olivia, Bella, ongatha on Mad Monday, including Roy Mullen, Murray Flemming, Sam Vagg, Julian Stone, Matt Cook and (front) Cam Stone.

Sarah and Katreena.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 37

Big event: Kate Adkins from Events by Kate and The Rusty Windmill owner Shareena Boyd were thrilled with the opening, with plenty of customers coming through the doors on the day.

Celebrations continue: Reserves captain Joel ‘Genral’ Rendon and Courtney Lever show off the Leongatha Parrots Reserves premiership cup on Mad Monday.

Activities for kids: cousins Ava Boyd and Indigo Lawson, both from Leongatha, had a ball in the jumping castle at the opening of the cafe.

Showing off: Layton Jennings and Luke Zwiersen received great show bags at the Year 12 fete at Korumburra Secondary College.

Leongatha’s newest cafe: Lauris Whitelaw from Korumburra and Great shake: Lucas Baido enjoys his milkshake at Rose Dwyer from San Remo catch up for a quick chat at The Rusty the Year 12 fete at Korumburra Secondary College. Windmill opening.

Magic moment: Leongatha Reserves player Nick Eddy and A Grade player Nikki Eddy savour their respective victories.

Thanks for coming: Barbara Oates, Judy John and Stanley McGeagh enjoy the thank you event.

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Great night: Bill and Anna Quaife and Amanda and Mark Calder attended the Relay For Life fundraising night at Dumbalk on Saturday.

Fun night: local Relay for Life committee member Karen Lawson and partner Graham O’Connor en- Organisers: fundraiser event organisers Joy and joyed the fundraising music night at Ian Richards, Somersleigh Farms enjoyed the Friends: Alpha Lamers, Meg and Hannah Richards and Hannah Worthy all had their faces night at Dumbalk.

Dumbalk. painted at the Dumbalk fundraising event.

Dumbalk fundraising success SOME 200 people attended the Cancer Council South Gippsland Relay For Life event at the Dumbalk Hall recently, raising $1120.

Event organisers Ian and Joy Richards and family of Somersleigh Farms and South Gippsland Relay For Life committee member and organiser Carmel Trease did a wonder-

ful job co-ordinating the night. From all reports it was a fantastic family event.

People danced the night away to South Australian band Wildcard, and the jumping castle and face-painting was a huge hit with the children.

The hungry crowd was fed by Wheelie Good Pizzas, the Tarwin Valley Campdrafting Club ran a barbecue and the MDU Cricket Club

did a great job running the bar.

Raffle prize donations were made by the Dumbalk Village Store, Shane Harris at Tarwin Butchery, Adrian Harris, Marg and Rod Cantwell and Fishers Farm Produce.

The South Gippsland Relay For Life event will be run again at the Dumbalk Recreation Reserve on April 20 and 21, 2013.

Behave, young ones KORUMBURRA Secondary College is taking a different approach to student behaviour with a new

system set to start next term.

school.

“It’s all about rewarding students for the good things they do rather than just punishing those who do the wrong thing,” he said.

“We will be actively teaching students acceptable behaviour and then Sam Hughes, acting asrewarding those who dissistant principal, said the play it.”

Positive Behaviours ProThe behaviours that gram would be great for the will be concentrated on revolve around respect for yourself, others and the environment.

“For example, if someone is walking sensibly in the corridor and sticking to the left, that is a behaviour that could be rewarded,” Mr Hughes said.

Students are rewarded for their behaviour with a token from teachers. This token goes to the student’s form group tally and after every two weeks, the form with the highest number of tokens receives a prize.

The team running the program includes six teachers, four parents and three students: Blake Cosson, Abbey Moriarty and Hannah Lazarus.

The students and teachers have taken part in training for the program at Moe. Training was made Promoting good behaviour: student representative Abby Moriarty, acting available through the principal John Wilson, student Blake Cosson and acting assistant principal Sam Gippsland regional Department of Education.

Hughes.

Left, For for kids: Alex Richards, and Pallas and Raj Lamers kicked off their school holidays with a night out at the Dumbalk Relay For Life event.

Volunteers: Katie Stewart and Robbo helped out by collecting entry donations for the Dumbalk Relay for Life fundraising event.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 39

Black beards flow, Jolly Rogers fly PIRATE battles raged at the Pirate Day held at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum at Korumburra recently.

The Star was there to capture the fun of the day.

Dumbalk North: mum Trudi Roy enjoyed a day out at Coal Creek with her children Bree-Anna and Ché.

Boys’ day out: Leongatha dad Daniel Nee and pirate son Kaleb had a lot of fun at the Coal Creek Pirate Day.

Traralgon family: parents Bret and Michelle and children Amy, Claire and Harry of Traralgon attended Coal Creek’s Pirate Day.

Connor duo: Connor Richards and Connor O’Loughlin and mum Brenda O’Loughlin of Wooreen donned some great pirate costumes for a day out at Coal Creek.

Pirate family: the Lynch family of Cape Paterson, parents Andre and Helen and children Sunny, Tilli and India, enjoyed the Coal Creek Pirate Day on Sunday.

Mammals galore at Prom A SCIENTIFIC study has uncovered surprising results at Wilsons Promontory National Park.

The collaborative initiative established in 2010 between Parks Victoria and Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA) has focused on small mammal trapping and monitoring.

The study is at eight sites within the park to try and determine any impacts on mammal populations from the 2005 Popping up: native mammals have recovered well after and 2009 bushfires, as well as the 2011 major flood event. natural disasters at Wilsons Promontory.

Parks Victoria senior ranger Dan Jones said after three years since the 2009 fire, the vegetation in the northern section of the park is noticeably thicker and taller, which certainly provides a more conducive environment for small mammals habitat.

“A total of 189 mammals were trapped and recorded with species such as Bush Rat, Swamp Rat and Southern Brown Bandicoots identified,” he said.

“The positive news from undertaking this research at regular intervals is that we have seen a strong increase in small mammals within the targeted sites.

“From our initial study in 2010, we captured 27 animals and now in 2012, we have caught 189 animals.

“Over the same period the Environmental interest: a member of Conservation Vol- exotic House Mouse populaunteers Australia inspects a cage. tion, known to be opportunis-

tic after a fire, has declined.

We captured 19 of the species in 2010 whilst in 2012 we only caught three. This shows that with a recovering vegetation structure, the native animals are able to out compete this pest species.”

So the study has proven that three years after the 2009 fires, the small mammal habitat has recovered well and is now providing good cover and foraging potential for the native small mammal population.

The next stage of the project will study the sites within the Telegraph Track area to see how the mammal populations have recovered since the 2005 fires.

This will be undertaken once all of the flood recovery works have been completed and the track reopened.

The collaboration between Parks Victoria and CVA has been successful, with over 1200 volunteer project days, contributing over 60,000 volunteer hours throughout 90 Parks Victoria locations across Victoria.

Volunteers have contributed to significant environmental results such as the planting of over 68,000 plants and removing introduced weeds from more than 220 hectares of parkland.

For further information on Conservation Volunteers Australia, contact 1800 032 501 or visit www.conservationvolunteers.com.au

Grandad pirate: proud grandfather Bruce Salisbury and grandson Hunter Bailey, both of Traralgon, looked fabulous in their pirate costumes.

Magic day: magician turned pirate Captain Twist proved a hit with Leongatha pirates Britney Thomas and Stephanie Keating.

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MALIYAH Scarlett McKay was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on September 21 to Sarah Gheller and Warren McKay of Wonthaggi. Maliyah is a sister for Sienna, 3.

From pages past

Historical snippets from The Star 10 years ago, October 1,, 2002

30 years ago, October 5, 1982

DUSTY Trevor Richards was born at Leongatha Memorial Hospital on September 21. He is the first child and a son for Belinda and Warren Richards of Boolarra.

NINE Leongatha tradesmen faced retrenchment last week after a contract for work on the Inverloch Hall complex was let to a Maffra company. The brickies’ setback follows many complaints about local tradespeople missing out on work at the hall.

ALLISON McGrath of Leongatha South is the new Victorian Ladies Whip Cracking Champion. Competing against whip crackers from all over Australia, 23-year-old Allison won the competition at the showgrounds in Melbourne last Sunday, taking away a sash and prize money.

5 years ago, October 2, 2007

1 year ago, October 4, 2011

A MULTI-million dollar drama series will be filmed in South Gippsland. Meeniyan and its surrounds have been selected as the location of an upcoming ABC 10-part mini series, starring Kerry Armstrong, to be aired in the second part of 2008. Titled Bed of Roses, filming is set to begin on location in coming weeks.

TOORA was broadcast to the whole nation on Wednesday morning, when the town received a special visit from Today Show weatherman Steve Jacobs. Filmed at the Toora Tourist Park, Steve crossed to Channel 9’s Today Show for weather updates throughout the morning.

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**** THE days of footballers having all brawn but no brains are well and truly over. At the Leongatha Football Club’s presentation last night, the big winners, Colin Boyd and Greg Roughead, made speeches which would be the envy of many politicians.

KAYDEN Ian Temana Harrison was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on September 11 to Taara Hemopo and Michael Harrison of Cowes. Kayden is pictured with his loving grandmother, Tina Hemopo.

Next step for sewerage SOUTH Gippsland Water is still waiting for a date for a panel hearing regarding the Poowong, Loch and Nyora Sewerage Scheme.

This application was presented to the South Gippsland Shire Council at their August 22 meeting.

Council voted for the scheme amendment application go to an independent

panel hearing. As a result, both South Gippsland Water and council now wait to be notified of details of the panel hearing and dates.

In addition, South Gippsland Water is also having discussions with the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) regarding the application for works approval being reviewed by the same panel and using the same regulatory approval process, to more easily facilitate submissions from

the wider community.

South Gippsland Water is still preparing its application for the works approval and hopes to submit this to the EPA soon.

South Gippsland Water recognises the value of an independent review process and will not begin construction until all approvals are in place. For anyone who has queries regarding the scheme, please call 1300 851 636.

THANKS to the talent and generosity of a number of local musos and enthusiasts, South Gippsland now has its very own CD. Titled South Gippsland Uncovered, the CD will be launched at a gala event at the Leongatha Memorial Hall. All the artists featured on the disk will be there, offering live music and signing autographs.

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SOUTH Gippsland has been given a temporary reprieve from the drought which is once again gripping south-east Australia.

A weekend of rain raised hopes that, with more spring rain, yet another disastrous year could be avoided. Late September rain helped make monthly rainfall tallies look respectable.

FISH Creek Bowling Club is back in action and almost ready to roll. After the floods in late March completely destroyed the club’s bowling green in an event Deputy Premier Peter Ryan described as “devastating”, the new green has been put down and will be ready to use by the end of October.

Council wants to listen HOW do you find out most of your council news? Local papers? Newsletters? Radio?

Website? Word of mouth?

South Gippsland Shire Council is keen to find out how to improve their ways of reaching you with information about its services, new projects that might impact you and community issues in general.

“In many ways, we are the matrix that links local communities, and we are asking for your ideas on how we can better connect with you and your family,” said CEO Tim Tamlin.

“Radio or newspapers might be the best format for you, while someone else might prefer to trawl our website

at two in the morning to get the information they need “We do hold public meetings in the community, but these are not always strongly attended. We understand that for some people, council is not of interest unless something goes wrong, and that’s perfectly fine, but we want to be there for you in the appropriate way when you do have an issue.

“We need to hear your thoughts and improve how we respond to you, letting you know how we have followed through on your suggestions.”

To this end, council is holding a public briefing in the Council Chamber on Wednesday, October 17 at 12.45 pm to review its Communication and Consultation Policy that

provides guidance on its methods of communication.

You are invited to attend this briefing to provide feedback and suggestions for improved methods of consultation that council could consider for inclusion.

People are welcome to comment in the session or they may wish to send their comments to Christian Stefani, manager customer relations by phone on 5662 9840, or via email christians@ southgippsland.vic.gov.au.

A draft copy of the policy and draft working copy of Council’s Communication and Engagement Toolkit can be viewed on www.southgippsland.vic. gov.au homepage under Documents on Public Exhibition.

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Spreading word: Karen Donovan’s photo, Planting the Seed.

Photographers spread recycling message KAREN Donovan from Inverloch and Seona Bugbird from Cape Paterson are finalists in the 2012 Evergreen Faces Photography Competition.

After the top 24 photographs are exhibited at Federation Square from October 7-14, they will not be returned to the lucky winners: instead, every photograph will be recycled, composted and ultimately destroyed.

The competition is a flagship event of the Victorian Seniors’ Festival and

this year’s theme is Seniors for the Environment, aimed at celebrating and fostering older Victorians’ interest in sustainability and conservation.

Gill Walker of Evergreen Advertising and Marketing, competition sponsors, said: “We are thrilled at the high quality of entries which highlight the energy and creativity of older Victorians.

“We believe that by recycling the photographs, which will be mounted on biodegradable board and then composted, we are sending an important message to all community groups.”

The photographs will also be exhibited at the Melbourne Town Hall and participating local councils around Victoria.

Supporting this year’s event are two key groups, COTA Vic and Australian Conservation Foundation. The general public will vote for the winning entries, (announced on October 17) and one lucky voter will win $500.

The entry that receives the most votes will win a trip for two to New Zealand, courtesy of 50-plus educational travel specialists, Odyssey Travel.

Weight loss study needs women

Looking good: Don Earl said that Ivy O’Neill Park is looking great after work done by Korumburra Landcare.

The research targets 900 women aged 18-50 years living in small rural communities.

Women attend just one session held in their town, often the local primary school. Some will receive additional contact and in 12 months and two years all women return to check on progress. Thirteen towns throughout Gippsland have been chosen including Mirboo North, Leongatha, Inverloch, Korumburra, Wonthaggi and Yarram.

“We do not ask women to follow a strict diet or strict exercise plan as we want women to decide themselves what was important and possible to change at that time in their lives,” Dr Lombard said.

“Women don’t want to feel pressured to reduce weight. In this program they decide their needs and we support them.”

The aim of the research is to develop a low-cost program that prevents women living in small communities from gaining more weight. The researchers hope to learn about how women gain weight and this will be important to all women in Australia.

“We know women are trying hard to lose weight, or to maintain a steady weight, but whatever they are currently doing isn’t working. They need more support,” Dr Lombard said.

“Our research found that you can’t just give women a few brochures about diet and exercise and expect them to do it themselves.”

If you are interested in participating in the program email med-healthylifestyle@monash.edu or text your name and phone number to 0434 359 327.

Researchers will be in the Mirboo North, Leongatha and Korumburra areas between October 8 and 10.

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WOMEN aged in their 20s and 30s are gaining weight faster than other age groups and are unaware that their yearly weight gain is having a major impact on their health.

Young women living in rural communities may be at even higher risk.

Around 60 per cent of women in Australia are overweight and once weight is gained it is very difficult to lose. Preventing weight gain is now considered by governments to be a priority for the whole population.

The focus on prevention should start in teenage years and continue through pregnancy, motherhood and menopause, which are known to be high risk times for weight gain.

A new study by Women’s Public Health Research at Monash University has been launched which will increase awareness of weight gain in women and teach women skills that increase their ability to recognise barriers to healthy lifestyles and then support them to change behaviour.

Information sessions will be held in South Gippsland.

Lead researcher, Dr Cate Lombard, from Monash University said women are an important group to target in preventing weight gain because their lifestyle changes after they have children – and this can impact on the entire family.

“Their level of physical activity drops off and their diet changes,” Dr Lombard said.

“Women also tend to be in control of what food is in the house so they can influence what their partner and children eat and how much activity their children do.”

IVY O’Neill Park is looking better than ever.

This is thanks to the hard work of the Korumburra Landcare and Korumburra Community and Development Action incorporated.

The park, which is situated in Mine Road, Korumburra is now neatly mown and most of the weeds have been removed.

Mine Road resident Don Earl is pleased with the work that has gone on.

“It looks fantastic compared to what it was,” he said.

“It’s a great piece of land but we could be doing much more with it.”

Mr Earl would like to see the rhododendrons planted in the park and walk-

ing tracks winding between them.

“It would be a great drawcard for tourists,” he said.

“They could come up here and then walk down through the park to Coal Creek and then head further down the highway to visit the rest of South Gippsland.

“It may be a fair way down the track but it would be something to think about.”

The Star focused on the park and its poor state earlier in the year, prompting South Gippsland Shire Council to trim the grass.

“Korumburra Landcare then has taken it to the next step by keeping the park looking wonderful,” Mr Earl said.

Killer confirmed at Prom A RECENT survey has confirmed the presence of the pathogen Phytophthora cinnamomi at Wilsons Promontory National Park.

The survey was undertaken through a new partnership between Parks Victoria and Deakin University.

Phytophthora cinnamomi is a soil borne pathogen that slowly kills susceptible plant species by restricting their access to nutrients. Once infested, plants display a loss of colour, yellowing foliage, a decline in health and eventually plant death.

The survey was funded by the Victorian State Government’s Flood Recovery Program and the results will be incorporated into management plans to reduce the impact of the pathogen.

Dr James Rookes from Deakin University said laboratory testing determined the presence of Phytophthora cinnamomi.

“Sampling has confirmed the presence of P. cinnamomi in the Grampians and Wilsons Promontory national parks,” Dr Rookes said.

“This monitoring protocol can be used to measure rates of spread of P. cinnamomi and to test for the presence of P. cinnamomi in previously untested sites.”

Brett Mitchell, flood recovery co-ordinator for Wilsons Promontory, said while the results were disappointing, the impacts of flood on the area made it susceptible to pest plants, animals and pathogens like Phytophthora cinnamomi.

“Parks Victoria is working to rebuild tracks, roads and bridges but it’s a reminder that floods also make an impact on the environment,” Mr Mitchell said.

“Management of this pathogen will be factored into management plans.”

He said Parks Victoria was taking the necessary steps to reduce the spread and impact of pest plants in Wilsons Promontory.

“Steps are in place to reduce the impact or contain pest plants and this pathogen. Vehicle and plant hygiene, good cleaning regimes and education of ground staff will help affected areas,” Mr Mitchell said.

Brendan Smith, flood recovery invasive species officer for Parks Victoria, said: “The survey involved field based root sampling and also established guidelines and protocols for the ongoing monitoring of the pathogen for years to come here and throughout Victoria’s national and state parks.”

Helping out: Margaret Stevenson and Joy Berryman from the Inverloch Community House Walkie Talkies, present the cheque to Chris Guy, St Vincent De Paul treasurer, Pam Dunlop, call co-ordinator for the welfare section, and Kath Taylor, social justice representative.

Walkers back St Vinnies THE Inverloch Community House Walkie Talkies welcomed volunteers from Wonthaggi St Vincent De Paul Society recently.

The walkers presented the society with $300 to help local people who may be going through tough times.

After listening to the volunteers speak about the often day to day struggle of some families and individuals, the Walkie Talkies came away from the gathering with the belief that while they cannot solve all of the problems of the world, perhaps they can change the world for some.

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They love their cars CAR clubs should just be about cars, and that’s what Korumburra Kruzers aims to do.

This newly formed, invite only car club wants to keep it small and all about the automobiles.

Based at Coal Creek, the club aims to give back to the community as well.

“We want to make it community based,” member Wayne Davey said.

“We will be very involved with Coal Creek, seeing they provide us with meeting rooms.

We will make ourselves available for their events to help them out.”

Despite being only new, the members have a strong belief

about where they want the club to go.

“A lot of members of car clubs go along to one meeting just to get the red plates (car club registration),” Mr Davey said.

“After that, you never hear of them again.”

Cars in certified vintage car clubs are eligible for cheaper

registration.

“We want our members to be involved and come to all the meetings and events,” Mr Davey said.

“That’s why it’s invitation only for membership.”

Non-members are welcome to come along to meetings with the club and even events, but they will only re-

ceive membership once they have proven themselves as car enthusiasts and passionate about the club.

“We welcome anyone who is into cars to come along but we will be keeping membership numbers down if we can,” Mr Davey said.

If you are interested in possibly joining the Korumburra

Kruzers, you are welcome to attend their monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at Coal Creek at 7pm.

The club is open to any classic cars more than 25-yearsold.

“We just want to be all about the cars, talk cars and none of the other stuff,” Mr Davey said.

Cars the creek: a new Korumburra based car club, the Korumburra Kruzers, was made for car lovers and is based at Coal Creek. Pictured are members of the club and Coal Creek coordinator Rowena Ashley.

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Children’s authors at literary festival ALTHOUGH a long established author and illustrator who has been to fairs and schools to talk about her books, the Coal Creek Literary Festival will be a first for renowned children’s author and illustrator, Shirley Barber.

It will be the first time she has attended such an event.

As both her mother and grandmother were well known artists on the Channel island of Guernsey, it was inevitable this was the path Shirley would follow.

Shirley emigrated with her family to Australia 50 years ago, and it was her children who encouraged her to send the stories she had read to her children when they were growing up to a publisher.

Since then her fairy stories have become known and loved, not only in Australia, but also in over 15 other countries.

Shirley expects to see children, parents, and grandparents interested in the process of writing and producing a book on the day, and will be available for book signings.

Recently her new publisher has brought out four new titles which she hopes will be available on the day.

Elizabeth Alger will join Shirley onstage.

“I was a born illustrator,” said Lizzie, who is also a children’s author. Her portraits of animals are highly sought after.

Of the presenters at the Coal Creek Literary Festival, Lizzie will have the shortest distance to travel, as she has recently set up her studio in the familiar rolling hills of South Gippsland.

Melbourne born and raised, Lizzie did an art design course at Caulfield Institute of Technology, and was doing commercial work when a book illustrating job came along.

She immediately fell in love with the work and has been doing it ever since.

Her acclaimed children’s novel Bertie at the Horse Show was published by the first publisher she submitted it to, and she has also recently completed Winterhued, a fantasy novel.

Animal interpretation: Sheridan Jones opened her exhibition Collections of the Gatherer - a collection of prints, paper cuts and sculptural etchings at Gecko Studio Gallery at Fish Creek recently.

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2012 South Gippsland DAIRY EXPO

Sought after silos FOR more than 30 years, Vic Engineering and Silos at Maffra has been manufacturing and delivering quality silos to Gippsland farmers.

Hico at expo: the Hico team, from left: Rhiannon Parry, herd test field representative; Philip Fourie, sales and marketing manager; Melissa Nicholson, Colac manager; and Wilco Van Eck, South Gippsland sales representative were kept busy at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo in Korumburra last week.

Hico on show at expo HICO Herd Improvement in Leongatha returned to the South Gippsland Dairy Expo last week in Korumburra with renewed vigour and excitement.

The professional and experienced team proudly promoted their products and services, and were pleased to see so many people visit their site.

The weather was fantastic and added to the upbeat atmosphere that surrounded the Hico tent. The freeze branded calves and the kid’s calf photos were a major drawcard and kept the Hico team constantly buzzing around.

Hico’s Philip Fourie could not have been happier with his team and said, “I am so proud of their efforts and attitude. We look forward to building on the field days and working very hard to add value to our current and new customers’ businesses.”

The Wrangler hoof trimming crush and drive over gates were also popular. Many people took the opportunity to look at Hico’s electronic milk meter demonstration and talked to the experienced staff about getting the best possible results from herd testing.

“Hico is committed to investing in and researching innovative ways to ensure herd testing is of the highest value and benefit to users,”

Philip said.

“It is imperative we continue to offer the latest technology. The data collected from herd testing is vital and valuable to such a wide variety of people in our industry, so we will continue to promote the benefits that go so much further than just the farm gate.

“As an industry we can work together to make herd testing as easy and unobtrusive as possible for our farmers.

“It was clear the local Lions Club works very hard to make the event a success, and Hico would like to acknowledge and thank them for their efforts and they look forward to supporting the event in the future.”

Last week, these sought-after silos were on show at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo in Korumburra.

Proprietor Vic Vugs has been making silos since 1980, learning the craft in Popanyinning, Western Australia and five years later opened his own engineering and silo manufacturing business.

The company offers a range of services and products including grain, pellet and custom made silos, self and trailer feeders, silo conversions, general engineering and farm repairs, delivery and silo transporting.

Company manager Graham Watt was kept busy with enquiries during the expo last Wednesday and Thursday and said they have already sold heaps in South Gippsland.

“South Gippsland is only second to the Maffra area for the biggest silo sales,” Graham said.

“Already they have orders for 400 silos coming into the busy summer season and we get a lot of return trade.

“There wouldn’t be too many farmers in Gippsland without a Vic silo.

“We do supply silos from Bega right through to Geelong but Gippsland is where we get most demand.”

The silos are all made locally in Maffra by all local staff and delivered by Graham.

The silos come in all sizes from six to 96 cubic metres, and from five to 50 tonne grain silos to the pellet silos, widely used in dairies with feed systems. All are fully galvanised and come with standard fittings including blower pipe, bagging chute, ground openers, vent and ladder.

For the custom made silos, either type can be manufactured to suit the individual farmer’s needs; they may also be adapted to fit the space available and delivery is included in the price of silos for the Gippsland area.

If you have a silo in need of an update, this can be arranged as well and Graham said they convert old flat-bottom silos to silos with cone bottoms and elevate them to the required height.

Silos: there is a big demand for Vic silos from Maffra and manager Graham Watt was pleased to offer this quality, locally made product to farmers visiting the South Gippsland Dairy Expo in Korumburra last week.

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Exhibitors happy with expo THERE was a buzz about under the sunshine at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo at Korumburra last week.

Farmers were happy with the information they received and exhibitors were pleased to chat with customers.

Some exhibitors reported a better response than Farmworld. One of these was Adam Hanley from Brown’s Stock Feeds.

“I think this might actually be better (than Farmworld),” he said.

“At Farmworld you get a lot of people just

coming who aren’t farmers and are just really looking for the free stuff.

“Here it’s all farmers coming through and they all want to know about the products and may be potential customers.”

Ryan O’Doherty from Windmill Ag was also

happy with the turnout of farmers.

“It’s been going really well,” he told The Star at the end of Wednesday.

“We’ve had a fair few people coming through and making genuine enquiries, which is why we are here.”

Got it all: Trevor van der Heyden from Gendore Tractors and Machinery was letting patrons know about the great range of stock, at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo at Korumburra.

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“I regard Murray Goulburn as the manufacturing and marketing arm of my farming business.

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Mr Jelbart is fully supportive of the new changes that are happening within the company and said it is critical the right people are appointed to the board to ensure the ongoing success of the co-operative.

“There has been a bit of angst among some shareholders regarding the incentive paid to new suppliers.

My attitude to it is that if it encourages more milk production, the price will increase, helping all suppliers to be better off,” he said.

Mr Jelbart has a wealth of experience behind him, including being a central councillor for United Dairy Farmers for seven years, board member of Australian Dairy Farmers for five years, board member of Marcus Oldham College for 15 years and board advisor for Warakirri Dairies.

“I am also a Nuffield Farming Scholar and outside farming, have experience in mining, construction, hospitality and real estate,” he said.

Mr Jelbart said that if elected, he will devote the same energy and commitment and the same objective questioning and testing of conventional wisdom, to the organisation that he does his own farming business.

“Murray Goulburn needs farmer directors with a significant skills base both on and off farm to ensure we can both question and work with management, to ensure the strongest milk price and return to shareholders both now and into the future,” he said.

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Red Angus training coup COMMUNITY College Gippsland (CCG) will establish the first Red Angus breeding and livestock skills training program in Gippsland.

A $50,000 grant through the William Buckland Foundation has kickstarted the project which

aims to promote training and careers in agriculture.

Community College Gippsland deputy CEO Jeff Tellefson said the program aims to raise specialised cattle to sell and show in a unique farm training environment.

“This is major step forward for agriculture training in Gippsland, giving

students real-life opportunity to be involved in the care, handling and breeding of the livestock as well as learn about soil health, pasture, safe use of farm equipment, machinery, and more,” he said.

CCG director rural education John Brereton said the first stage of the project has involved ex-

tensive pasture renovation at the McMillan campus at Warragul in preparation for cattle to be bought on in the next few weeks.

“The paddocks at McMillan have been used for various training activities and had become rutted and weed-infested,” he said.

“We are pleased to have the support of Cropmark agronomist Adam Sheedy and Peter Norman of Notman Seeds who have volunteered their time to restore the pasture and donate the seed.”

Mr Sheedy said the pasture improvement program will run over a three year period and involve trialling a number of ryegrasses suited to Gippsland conditions to achieve maximum results for the breeding program.

“These paddocks will become demonstration working paddocks for students and visitors to learn about soil health, high yielding grasses, and sow-

WANTED Unjoined Friesian heifers Approx 250kg now - to be 290kg for delivery at the end of September. No blood test. Last week of buying. $1450 + GST delivered to Shepparton Contact John Bowler 0408 238 464

ing techniques to improve livestock performance,” he said.

Mr Brereton said the agriculture industry continued to face critical shortages of skilled workers.

“The college hopes to attract more students to agriculture by giving them opportunities to gain hands-on accredited skills in a working model farm,” he said.

“Through this project, students will gain real experience and skills in a whole range of farm activities including livestock handling and breeding.

This makes their training all the more relevant to the real-world.”

He said the project also has potential to showcase the attributes of Red Angus beef cattle as a viable farming option in Gippsland.

For more information on Community College Gippsland phone 5622 6000 or visit: www.ccg. asn.au

LAN2851024

A Ruralco Partner

2ND STAGE DISPERSAL SALE Monday 8th October at 11.00am Koonwarra VLE A/c D & B Kallady, Gelliondale

120 Quality Dairy 120 Cattle Selling: Quality Jersey, Holstein and Jersey/HolsteinX cows and heifers calved July-Sept. Rejoining will commence 20th Sept Jerseys sired by Foundation, Flow on, Manhatten, Jurace, Ontime, Blackston, and Natural sires.

Holsteins sired by Ice, Garrison, Luckystrike, Ideal Ags 3 2 year old Jersey bulls Backed by over 40 years AI and herd test.

JD Score 5

STORE SALE VLE - LEONGATHA

• VLE LEONGATHA

Grassies dominate THERE were approximately 150 trade, 200 grown steers and bullocks, 380 cows and 20 bulls.

The usual buying group was present for a mixed market, both in quality and price.

The trade run was made up mostly of yearling grass cattle, the best of which were firm to a little easier.

The grown steers and bullocks were mostly heavy weights in good condition which sold to a dearer trend.

The cow run was mostly dairy lines which sold to a dearer trend on the heavy weights and a slightly cheaper trend on the light weights.

Bulls were a few cents easier.

Yearling grass steers sold mostly from 190c to 227c, with the 500kg to 600kg drafts from 200c to 208c/kg. The best yearling grass heifers made between 172c and 194c, with plainer lines from 143c/ kg.

Four score bullocks made from 186c to 201c, with the secondary three score lines from 180c to 189c/kg.

The best grown empty heifers sold mostly from 145c to 180c/kg. Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers sold from 152c to 180c/kg.

Plain condition one score and lightweight dairy cows made from 80c to 127c with a carcass price around 270c/kg. Better condition two and three score dairy cows sold between 127c and 142c, with a carcass price around 295c/kg.

Good condition three and four score beef cows made from 131c to 148c,

with an isolated sale to 156c/kg.

Heavy weight beef bred bulls sold mostly from 150 to 167 and heavy dairy bulls from 142c to 152c/kg.

This week’s sale draw for October 3 and 4 is: 1. Elders, 2. SEJ, 3. David Phelan, 4.

Rodwells, 5. Alex Scott, 6. Landmark.

Wednesday, September 26 BULLOCKS 15 E.L. & A.M. Deppeler, Yinnar South 17 M.E. & K. Triantafyllou, Woodside 9 Gillingham Pastoral, Tarwin Lower 8 B. Woodward, Hazelwood North 3 W.J. & N.M. Paterson, Jeetho West 10 J.J.F. Holdings, Glengarry STEERS 1 G. Smith, Nerrena 1 E.W. & J.T. Reid, Giffard West 1 A. & M. Daniel, Alberton West 16 Couins Holding, Giffard 1 R. & P. Davis, Leongatha South 1 Calerjero, Yarram COWS 1 R. & P. Davis, Leongatha South 1 Dowling Partners, Koorooman 1 C. & A. Sampson, Wonthaggi 1 C.A. & V.A. Sept Nom, Fish Creek 3 F.M. Schellekens, Bass 1 R.F. & V.M. Dowel, Leongatha South HEIFERS 1 C. Delbridge, Doomburrim 4 E.W. & J.T. Reid, Giffard West 12 Horsfield Farms, Thorpdale 1 G. & M. Moore, Hedley 3 W. Bullock, Nerrena 1 B. & L. Jefferies, Korumburra BULLS 1 M.E. & K. Triantafyllou, Woodside 1 Redmond Dairies, Inverloch 1 D. & C. Roberts, Foster 1 P.H. & N.F. & D.P. Moore, Yarram 1 J. Rich & Partners, Walkerville 1 Dalgleish Farms P/L, Yanakie

577kg 558kg 618kg 646kg 658kg 551kg

208.0 202.0 201.2 200.2 197.0 197.0

380kg 295kg 380kg 543kg 415kg 525kg

234.6 $891 227.6 $671 209.0 $794 204.0 $1108 200.6 $832 192.0 $1008

660kg 515kg 580kg 525kg 533kg 645kg

155.6 $1026 155.2 $799 155.2 $900 148.0 $777 147.2 $785 145.6 $939

285kg 285kg 488kg 390kg 500kg 595kg

193.6 $551 188.6 $537 187.6 $916 180.0 $702 178.6 $893 173.3 $1031

970kg 890kg 790kg 980kg 530kg 715kg

166.6 162.6 156.6 154.0 152.0 151.6

1500 CATTLE 1500 Starting at 10am ENTRIES INCLUDE:

Andrew Mackie 0419 595 932 Luke Russell 0408 313 814 Phil Malcolm 0408 559 408

A/c J & S Burns,Tarwin Lower: 20 Gelbvieh/Angus X weaners, 8-10 months, weaned 8 weeks, drenched with Eprinex, B12.

30 Angus/Charolais X weaners, 8-10 months.Weaned 8 weeks, drenched with Eprinex, B12.(Landmark).

A/c M & R Broadbent, Bridgewater: 20 Friesian steers, 15 months. (Landmark).

A/c M & K Rogers, Fish Creek: 20 Charolais/Angus X heifers, 18 months.

Joined to Angus bulls for Feb onwards calving. (SEJ).

A/c Mabcon Pty Ltd, Kilcunda: 4x4 Hereford cows, 3rd calvers with 5 month old Limousin calves at foot. PTIC to Limo bull.

5 Angus/Friesian X heifers, rising 2 year olds. PTIC to Limousin bull.

14 Mixed bred cows, 2nd to 5th calvers. PTIC to Limousin bull.

All of the above females to commence calving Nov 1 to 12 weeks.

18 Simmental X mixed sex weaners, 10-12 months.

(Elders) 5662 4388

$1200 $1127 $1244 $1295 $1296 $1085

$1616 $1447 $1237 $1509 $805 $1083

Terms are cash or cheque on day of sale or settlement by your Agent - Letter of Introductions MUST be provided

Thursday, Oct 4, 2012,

5655 1677 5662 2291

5658 1894 5662 3523

5662 4033

David Phelan & Co. Pty. Ltd.

0429 050 349

5655 1133

PRELIMINARY NOTICE GIPPSLAND SPRING CLASSIC SALE Monday 15th October at 11.30am Warragul Saleyards A/c Saunders & Day A/c P & L Mumford Featuring: 50 Well bred Jersey cows and heifers, freshly calved.

A/c Various Vendors Featuring: 50 Well bred Jersey cows and heifers, freshly calved.

Further Entries Invited Andrew Mackie 0419 595 932 Luke Russell 0408 313 815 Brian Leslie 0418 365 934

Ph: (03) 9338 9259 PO Box 462, Tullamarine Business Centre, Tullamarine VIC 3043 www.dairylivestockservices.com.au

SOU6660484

Breed under study: Community College Gippsland’s John Brereton and Jeff Tellefson, Cropmark’s Adam Sheedy and Notman Seeds Adam Fisher inspect the renovated pastures in preparation for the start of the first Red Angus Beef breeding and training program in Gippsland.

Catalogues available - Please contact DLS Office 03 9338 9259

SOUTH GIPPSLAND ASSOCIATED AGENTS

DAIRY FARMERS

Are you looking for! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !

Fertiliser & Animal Nutrition INFORMATION DAY THURSDAY OCTOBER 11 10am-1pm Leongatha GippsTAFE

Cows quieter and easier to handle?

Higher conception rates for your herd?

Improved animal health & longevity?

Higher quality milk?

Lower veterinary costs?

Less metabolic deaths?

Improved productivity?

Lower replacement costs?

More efficient fertilisers?

Nerrena Rd, Leongatha.

Guest speaker:

ve!! e above ing quantifies all of th 5 Years of Benchmark Let us show you how!

Mr Max Hansford General Manager of TNN Industries Light luncheon provided For further information contact Jim on 0417 557 013 or 5662 2719

Call Jim on 0417 557 013 For a FREE no-obligation appointment.

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BAG A BARGAIN in The Star!

FREE CLASSIFIED ADS

FOR ITEMS FOR SALE $50 & UNDER ENGLISH BOX PLANTS. In 3 inch tubs.

30 for $50. Ph. 0416 652 285.

NANDINA PLANTS. 30 for $50.

Ph. 0416 652 285.

BABY WALKER. As new. $50. Ph. 0438 597 204.

KITCHEN CANISTERS. Wooden.

Vintage. Set of 4. $10. Ph. 5659 6127.

PLATES. Melamine. Large Oval. Six. Used but very good quality. Beige. $5. Ph. 5659 6127.

GAS HEATER. Rinnai. Large. Good condition. suit bottle gas. $40. Ph. 5662 4717.

DINING TABLE. Pine. 1050mm round.

Good condition. $50. Ph. 0439 325 782.

COFFEE TABLE. 1360x680mm. Good condition. $50. Ph. 0439 325 782.

TRUNDLE BED. New. Metal. Frame only. $20. Ph. 5655 1597.

SINGLE BEDS WITH MATTRESSES. Two. Very clean. $20 each. Ph. 5662 3039.

TAP SHOES. Energeticks. Size 7. $10. Ph. 5662 4950.

TAP SHOES. Sansha T-Sophia. Size 6. $30.Ph. 5662 4950.

BALLET SHOES. Energeticks. Size 4. $5.

Ph. 5662 4950.

DOOR. Interior. Flush panel. Very good condition. 240cmx82cm. $20. Ph. 5658 1050.

PALING FENCE PANEL. Treated pine, L3200xH1500. $45 ono. Ph. 5672 5264.

MICRO VENETIAN BLINDS. New, in box. W 1500 x H2100. 25mm vinyl slats, winter white, 2 of. $50. Ph. 5672 5264.

ROCKING CHAIR. Antique, good cond. $50. Ph. 5672 3708.

DOG KENNEL. Poly plastic, good cond.

Suit medium size dog. $25.

Ph. 5672 3708.

STUDENT/OFFICE DESK. Black woodgrain finish, on casters. Storage shelf beneath. 900Wx590Dx750H. $25.

Ph. 5662 2445.

TELEVISION. Analogue, good cond. $5.

Ph. 5662 2445.

LADIES SHOES, size 6½.Two pairs black court shoes. $30 ea. Ph. 5674 2035.

CABINET, 4-drawer bedside unit, white.

450x600x790. $25. Ph. 5658 1443.

HAND AUGER for fence posts, 4” stroke 100mm. Plus fencing pliers. $45.

Ph. 5658 1443.

TWO SINGLE BEDS. Matching. Bought new as spares, hardley used. $25 ea. Ph. 5657 4345.

MILKSHAKE MAKER. Stainless steel look. Missing cup. Excellent working order. $20. Ph. 5662 5141.

PUSH BIKE. Girl’s, in fair cond. $30. Ph. 0417 530 662.

PUSH BIKE CARRIER. Holds three bikes.

Needs square tube insert in towbar. As new. $50. Ph. 0417 530 662.

FISH TANK. 3 foot long 2 foot high. With cabinet. Fish equipment. $50. Ph. 0413 452 686.

HORSE MANURE. $1 Load. Pick up only.

Ph. 0417 845 312.

SKI BISCUIT. with new rope. $50. Ph. 0418 574 539.

HIGHCHAIR. Ikea. Good condition. $15.

Ph. 0407 355 134.

CPAP SLEEP STYLE 200. Fisher & Paykel.

Not been needed for several years. still works well. bargain $50. Ph. 5662 4998.

CAR RIMS. 15”. Toyota Yaris. 3 in the box.

New. $20. Ph. 0428 859 583.

DOUBLE GARAGE DOOR. Panel lift.

Colour is paperbark. 5.2mx2.340. $50. Ph. 5662 5075.

BOYS BIKE. 12”. $20. Ph. 5662 2483.

BOYS BIKE. 16”. $30. Ph. 5662 2483.

PICNIC BAKET. With 2 lids. $25. Ph. 5662 2483.

TREE FERN. $50. Ph. 0433 776 369.

FILING CABINET. 4 Drawers. Blue. Good condition. $25. Ph. 5668 8271.

SINGLE BED. White. Good Condition. $25.

Ph. 5668 8271.

TAP SHOES. Good condition. Size 9, $35.

Ph. 5664 1234.

SCHOOL DESK. Old. $20. Ph. 5664 1234.

SCHOOL DESK. Old. $30. Ph. 5664 1234.

K’NEX BUILDING SET 1. 10 models. 57yrs. carry case. manual. $20. Ph. 5674 3535.

KIDS K’NEX. 3-7yrs. Carry case. Building Base. Manual. Brightly coloured pieces. $18. ph. 5674 3535.

FRIDGE. Good working condition. $50. Ph. 5662 2412.

LADIES CLOTHING. Plus size. Large bag of assorted clothes. All for $50. Ph. 0403 825 704.

TELEVISIONS. 2. Analogue. One with set top box. $5. Ph. 5662 2412.

DISHWASHER. Westinghouse. Works well. $50. Ph. 5662 0916.

DOUBLE BED. Cast iron. Head & foot and slats. $40. Ph. 0403 825 704.

ROCKER COVERS. 2. To suit Holden 6 cylinder. Alloy/chrome. Never used. $50. Ph. 0413 431 957.

OFFICE CUPBOARD. On wheels. As new.

600Hx600Lx600W. $25. Ph. 0411 439 856.

MARY MACKILLOP TEXT AND CD. Science world 7. $25. Ph. 0404 535 990.

MARY MACKILLOP TEXT AND CD. Maths Dimensions 7. $30. Ph. 0404 535 990.

SCRAP METAL. To pick up. $20. Ph. 0413 452 686.

DOOR. Old. Solid wood with glass panels in top. Brass deadlock. H2140mm W910mm. $50. Ph. 5662 5141.

SINGLE BED. Base on casters. $30. Ph. 0400 640 019.

TABLE. Laminex. 4’x3’. Extendable. Beech. $48. ph. 0408 105 189.

TAIL LIGHT. Right hand. VY Commodore.

As new. $50. Ph. 0408 105 189.

POTTY. Musical. Fisher Price. includes toilet training toilet seat. $15 for both. Ph. 0413 084 169.

BIKE. 16”. $20. Ph. 0400 640 019.

BIKE. 20”. $20. Ph. 0400 640 019.

CHEST FREEZER. Kelvinator 340. Works Great. Comes with basket and divider. $50.

Ph. 0449 688 648.

JUICER. Small juice master. VGC. $10. Ph 5662 3120.

BOOKS. Set of five Deltora Quest Novels.

In good condition. $20 the lot. Ph. 0429 630 704.

Advertisements must be received at The Star by Friday 12 noon *The Star reserves the right to refuse any advertisement PRIVATE ADVERTISEMENTS ONLY - NO BUSINESSES Max. 2 advs. per week - Single phone number for contact NOTE: No advertisements for animals, birds or fish accepted

MAXIMUM 15 WORDS STAR OFFICE - 36 McCARTIN STREET, LEONGATHA EMAIL : bagabargain@thestar.com.au

OR PHONE :

5662 5555

public notices

public notices

KOONWARRA Memorial Park.

The Tri-Annual Meeting to elect a new Committee of Management for the next 3 years will be held in the Koonwarra Hall on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 commencing at 8pm. All welcome. Ian Kinnish (sec).

MEENIYAN Healing Rooms, McLean Lane (PO Box 28) Meeniyan.

Now open: Fridays 5-8pm (except school hols). 0412755627 brailey@dcsi. net.au. No appointments, no charge. Sponsored

by Meeniyan Christian Fellowship. Affiliated with Healing Rooms Australia.

PIANO / Theory lessons.

Qualified music teacher in Dumbalk, $15 per half hour lesson. Call Rebecca Elkins 5664-4343.

CHIROPRACTOR NORMAN G. VRADENBURG “NON-FORCE PRACTITIONER” 28 Reilly Street, INVERLOCH HOURS - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment Phone and fax 5674 3666 South Gippsland Chiropractic Services & Adjunctive Therapies P/L

CHIROPRACTOR Garry Harrison 19 Moonah Street Cape Paterson Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

28th Birthday SUNDAY OCTOBER 7 9 - 1pm Enquiries phone 5657 3253

“UNDERSTANDING THE TIMES WE LIVE IN” IRVIN BAXTER (DVD) Endtime Ministries 7 - 8pm 1ST & 3RD SUNDAY OF OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER MEENIYAN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP McLean Lane, Meeniyan ALL WELCOME

POUND CREEK CFA Trivia Night

situations vacant

We are seeking applications from keen, motivated individuals with cattle handling experience, physically fit, show initiative and demonstrate enthusiasm towards their job.

Duties include but are not limited to drafting, unloading livestock trucks, moving cattle, and basic computer skills for data entry and keeping of accurate records.

Reliable transport and punctuality are essential.

Please apply by phone 5674 9300 or by email to: tabro@tabro.com.au Tabro Meat Pty Ltd. Lance Creek Vic.

South Gippsland Shire Council

Business Liaison Officer • Temporary full time until 30 June 2013 • $28.60 per hour We are seeking a suitably experienced and enthusiastic Business Liaison Officer to join our Strategic Planning and Development Team.

You will be responsible for assisting with a range of activities to build sustainable linkages within the business community, including coordinating workshops and networking functions. You will also be required to work on a range of projects to encourage people to live, work and invest in South Gippsland.

On October 20, 2012 AT POUND CREEK FIRE STATION

You will have a Certificate in Business or equivalent, relevant experience in project management and administration and excellent communication skills.

7pm for 7.30pm start Individual or Tables of 8 can be booked

We welcome direct discussion with Ken Fraser, Economic Development Coordinator on (03) 5662 9200, regarding this role.

Donations of articles for Auction would be appreciated

All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm Wednesday 17 October 2012.

BYO nibbles, drinks & glasses Light supper provided Cost: $10 Adult $5 children (12 & under) RSVP: Tania Frank 5674 5506 Must have numbers by Oct 12

Further information and a position description is available from our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

business opportunities

By appointment Ph: 5674 8290

MARDAN FAMILY DANCE Mardan Hall Saturday, October 13 Commencing 8pm Music by Rhonda Richards A plate of supper please

situations vacant

JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET

situations vacant

Work from Home PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Take control of your hours, your income and your life by starting your own business.

For further information visit: www.LifeStyleComplete.com

situations vacant CASUAL MILKER for 2 afternoon milkings. Contact Daniel 5689-1336, 0429856292.

situations vacant

Number 9 Dream Café Leongatha

Experienced BARISTAS (Casual) Number 9 Dream Café is seeking experienced, energe c, service orientated Baristas. You must enjoy being in a fast-paced,team environment.

Experienced CHEF Required (Casual) We are also seeking a skilled and enthusias c Chef.

You will have: a passion for producing great food; a posi ve a tude; understanding of OHS & HACCP rules and great team work skills Both posi ons will include some weekend work.

Compe ve rates for the right candidates.

Please send your resumé to: Number 9 Dream cafe 44 Bair Street Leongatha or Email to lynn.shields@bigpond.com or bring into the café personally.

Only shortlisted candidates will be no fied.

VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR Permanent Part-time 24 hours per week

Applications are sought for the above position. This role has responsibility for the co-ordination of our organisation’s Volunteer resource and reports to the Director of Community Services.

Ideally the successful applicant will have a post-secondary qualification and experience in a health-related field. Applicants should have sound communication, organisational and teamwork skills, excellent skills in Information Technology and established or emerging skills in managing a diverse range of volunteers.

Previous experience in co-ordinating people from diverse backgrounds and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment are highly desirable.

The successful applicant will be responsible for: • Volunteer recruitment, orientation and retention • Management and contribution to Volunteer training and development • Liaison with government and non-government agencies • Investigating and applying for funding to enhance the program • Setting and operating within the program’s budgets GSHS offers a comprehensive orientation program on commencement of employment. All staff have access to excellent staff mentoring, education and support programs. Salary Packaging is available to all permanent staff. The successful candidate will be required to provide a current police check and working with children check.

Application kits are available by calling Jodie Duckworth on 5667 5664 or by visiting our website at www.gshs.com.au.

For further enquiries for this position please contact Judy Abbey on 5667 5555.

Completed Application Kits to be forwarded by Friday 12th October 2012 and addressed to: Judy Abbey Director of Community Services Private Bag 13 Leongatha 3953

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 51

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Customer Service Officer - Receptionist

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KNIFE HAND

KITCHEN ESTIMATOR An opportunity exists for a suitably qualified person to join our Kitchens Design team.

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, reliability and be able to work in a busy team environment. The ability to read plans, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are a key requirement for this position. A joinery background would be an advantage but not necessary.

Capeview is committed to providing you with ongoing training and support to ensure your success.

Apply in writing attention to: Mark Warren PO Box 115 Wonthaggi 3995 Closing date 5/10/2012

SITUATION VACANT

Our employment conditions are ongoing casual roles supplied and laundered uniform. You must pass a physical, medical and drug test prior to commencement.

The applicant will need to be reliable and punctual, also have the ability to work as part of a team. Must be able to follow Hygienic and Safe working procedures and ideally be vaccinated for Q Fever.

To apply or enquire please contact: Email: tabro@tabro.com.au Or Phone 03 5674 9300 Fantastic opportunity to work in our Load-out area as a

LABOURER On our afternoon shift As one of the team your duties include but are not limited to packing containers with quarter beef carcases, pick and pack orders and stock breakdown after it is blast frozen.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes: an ability to lift heavy objects (essential), the ability to work in productive teams. Must have current driver’s licence and own transport.

To apply or enquire please contact: Email: tabro@tabro.com.au Or Phone 03 5674 9300

Working together for better mental health...

Social/Welfare Worker 0.6 EFT

BCCHS seeks expressions of interest for the part time employment of an enthusiastic person to provide individual counselling and case management to clients and carers with complex health and social needs.

Remuneration for this position as per relevant professional qualifications.

Enquiries to Sheryl Spencer, Co-ordinator Nursing Services.

To obtain a position description and an employment application form, please telephone reception on 5671 9200 or refer to our website: www.bcchs.com.au All applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description, and include the Application for Employment form.

Applications close 5pm Friday October 5, 2012 and should be addressed to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road, San Remo VIC 3925 or by email to: hr@bcchs.com.au

Shire Council

Customer Service Team Leader

(Minimum requirements of Diploma in Welfare or related field) Previous applicants need not apply 1 EFT (5 days per week) 9am - 5pm Ongoing subject to continued funding

BCCHS seeks expressions of interest for the full time employment of an enthusiastic person to work with youth and provide comprehensive assessment, counselling and case summaries of clients in the justice system.

Drug & Alcohol working experience highly desirable.

Remuneration for this position as per relevant professional qualifications.

Enquiries to Rae Davies, Manager Client Services.

All applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria contained in the position description and include the application for employment form. These are available from our website: www.bcchs.com.au or by calling reception on 5671 9200.

Applications close on Monday 15 October 2012 at 5pm and should be addressed to: HR Administrator Bass Coast Community Health Service 1 Back Beach Road, San Remo VIC 3925 or by email to: hr@bcchs.com.au

Meeniyan-Nerrena Road Meeniyan

At 7.30pm on Tuesday, October 23 All welcome

for lease

5 ACRES land with shed for lease, Dollar Road, Dumbalk, $80 per week.

0406-741518.

free

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

CHAINSAWS AND STATIONARY ENGINES ETC.

garage sales Building a Healthy Community

South Gippsland

Rural Outreach Diversion Worker

To be held at

MEENIYAN FOOTBALL CLUBROOMS

Repairs and services

SITUATION VACANT

Building a Healthy Community

AGM

Phone JOHN GOULD 5664 0012

Board of Governance Recruitment SNAP Gippsland Inc. is a Community Managed Mental Health service. It is part of the Victorian mental health service system and has been delivering psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery models of service and care to adults with a serious, enduring and or recurring mental illness and associated psychiatric disability since 1992. It delivers these services in the East Gippsland, Wellington, Latrobe Valley, South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shires.

Expressions of Interest are being sought from interested and qualified members of the community to become members of our Board of Management. SNAP is seeking people who have skills and expertise in at least one of the following areas: • Corporate management/audit and risk management • Finance & accounting • Health planning and promotion • Human/capital resource management • Information Technology • Clinical Governance • Ability to provide a Consumer/Carer perspective.

Tenure is for a two year period, until the 2014 Annual General Meeting.

Enquiries welcomed, for further information please contact: Chris. McNamara, CEO on Ph. 5153 1823 or by email: chris.mcnamara@snap.org.au Website: www.snap.org.au

meetings

We are currently seeking applications for people who have previous experience in the meat industry as a

Full Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications for the position of Customer Service Officer - Receptionist.

This varied role is directly responsible for reception at our Head office in Foster. As the first face the public will see, you will posses strong communication and customer service skills. Working as part of a small team you will be a team player focused on providing high levels of service to our customer base. The successful applicant will be able to communicate at all levels across the organisation and will have proven time management skills and experience in a busy reception or similar role.

The Corporation is committed to staff development and training. The salary package on offer is band 4: $45,607.12 - $48,206.60.

A position description and further information is available at our website www.sgwater.com.au.

Contact Paula Smith for a confidential discussion on 03 5682 0403 Applications close on Friday 5th October 2012.

Email psmith@sgwater.com.au or post to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster Vic 3960

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• Lead a small dedicated team • Permanent full time – 9 day fortnight available • $62,437 total salary package You will provide professional and helpful service to all customers whilst ensuring your team of Customer Service Officers delivers a high standard of service and information to residents and visitors to the Shire. You will bring relevant experience in the operation of an electronic customer request system, preferably Pathway or similar and have excellent knowledge of call centre/ PABX switchboard operations, computer skills and receipting payments.

Your proven track record in Customer Service including the ability to develop standards and behaviours whilst coaching and training a team is essential. If you possess the relevant qualifications and have a passion for providing excellence in service then we’d love to hear from you.

Enquiries to Christian Stefani, Manager Customer Relations on (03) 5662 9200.

All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description, by 5pm Wednesday 10 October 2012.

Further information and a position description is available from our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

JOINER/CABINET MAKER APPRENTICESHIP Applications are invited for an apprenticeship in our Wonthaggi Factory. We offer a high level of skilled training in the production of kitchens, staircases and all associated products.

Candidates who are interested in entering this industry and have completed Year 11 need apply.

Apply in writing attention to: Mark Warren Capeview Building Products PO Box 115, Wonthaggi 3995 Applications close on Friday October 5, 2012

Project Supervisor Full Time Permanent Position South Gippsland Water invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Project Supervisor.

This varied role is responsible for managing all preventative maintenance, air scouring and operational improvements across the Corporation’s entire service region. The successful applicant will possess the skills and knowledge in order to identify, develop and implement treatment systems and operational improvements to existing systems.

The successful applicant will have: • Proven and diverse knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of water and wastewater systems, reticulation systems, contractor management and the water industry • Management skills, strong communication, negotiation and problem solving skills • Certificate 3 in Water Industry Operations, relevant trade qualification and Water Industry experience The Corporation is committed to staff development and training. The salary package on offer is band 7: $64,635.48 - $71,391.32.

A position description and further information is available at our website www.sgwater.com.au.

Contact Paula Smith for a confidential discussion on 03 5682 0403 Applications close on Friday 5th October 2012.

Email psmith@sgwater.com.au or post to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster Vic 3960

meetings

meetings

Stony Creek Racing Club Inc.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Annual General Meeting of the Club will be convened on October 9, 2012 at 7.30pm. The meeting will be held in the upstairs Members’ Area at the Stony Creek Racecourse and Recreation Reserve.

All members are invited to attend.

Prospective members are also warmly welcomed.

Paul Boag President and Chairman At the Club - 5664 0099 or enquiries@scrc.com.au

GARAGE SALE Blackburns Road MEENIYAN October 6 & 7 Saturday 8am Sunday ½ price

Saw bench, bolts, thicknesser, screws, tools, chainsaws, lathes, new fridge ... and much, much more

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

$25 GARAGE SALE KIT KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $31.90) • 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

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

GARAGE SALE October 5, 5 Palm Court, Leongatha, 9am - 12 noon.

KOONWARRA 140 Johnson’s Road, Saturday October 6, 9am - 4pm.

Toys, books, saddlery and furniture.

lost LOST MEDIEVAL ARROWS Lost on the Mardan Road between Strzelecki Highway and Gray’s Road, Mardan on September 30 around 12.40pm Reward offered Contact 0434 360 899

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for sale

for sale

VACUUM CLEANER Repairs

DUST BAGS

Sales

FREE

QUOTES

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

5672 3127

livestock

OLD PORT POULTRY FARM delivering 20-weekold laying hens to your area, Saturday October 13, $18 each. Ph: BH 0438832535, AH 5183-2515.

OUTDOOR SPA 6 person, brand new. Retails $8,500, will sell $5,300. Inverloch area.

Contact 0412289565.

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each.

Free delivery for pack lots.

Phone Joe 0417-530662.

SUNSHINE GATES 1 x 12 $350, 1 x 12 $250, 1 x 14 $300, 1 x 10 $250. The lot $1,000.

Wool press Sunbeam Levermatic $500. 56745601.

from $149

SUZUKI OUTBOARD boat motor (new), 4 stroke 15hp electric start. Never been used $3,000. Ph: 56623084.

SUZUKI GSXR 750 sports bike. Rego March 2013, 27,000km, new tyres, always garaged, $9,500.

Contact Tim 5662-3743.

SWIMMING POOL vinyl, 7.3 x 3.8 x 1.2, with some cleaning accessories and chemicals. Good condition $750. 0407-343796.

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

FREEZER Kelvinator ‘Impression’ 150, $80.

Phone Lorna 5662-3061.

HAY CLEARANCE 500 small square bales, shedded, ex quality, suitable for horses. Must go $8 each. Can deliver 50 or more, conditions apply.

Mardan 5664-1320, 0428999691.

INVALID SCOOTER in excellent condition.

Hardly used, 2 almost new batteries and cover. Kept in garage and serviced regularly, $1,500 ONO. 5663-7109.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

TYRES 5 Good Year H.P. Wrangler 255/65 R17, good condition, done 3,000km, $600. 0407-343796.

livestock

BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE Friesian, Jersey, Angus, Hereford and Limo All tested Phone 0447 331 762 POULTRY and Cage Bird Auction at the Traralgon Showgrounds Poultry Pavilion on Wednesday, October 3, starting at 10.30am.

Wide variety of poultry, hens, ducks, many breeds, fertile eggs. Open for sellers from 8am. Ph: 5197 7270 or 0400-934202.

MURRAY GREY bulls, 18 months, ideal for heifers.

0427-623665.

used vehicles

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

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers 5672 2946 0417 556 593 HOLDEN COMMODORE 1982, rego no. RNK236.

Best offer.

Ford Falcon station wagon 1988, rego no. OTR971.

Best offer. 0407-013307.

wanted to buy SLASHER - any condition, rusted body okay. Ph: 0418515139.

PULLETS Wednesday, Oct 10 Commercial crossbreds.

Fully vaccinated.

12wk (Brown) $14 Available from Elders Past., Leongatha 10.30am Phone 5662 3523

work wanted FULLY Qualified Painter.

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

marriage celebrant

to order now (Brian Larkin Poultry)

Jenny Milkins

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

tenders

CAM ABOOD

tenders

Leongatha 5662 4191

engagements STREET - HUGHES Mike and Jo announce with great pleasure the engagement of our daughter Michelle to Jack, son of Lachie and Linda.

Expression of Interest Cafe operation, State Coal Mine, Wonthaggi - EOI 1331

Our love to you both.

in memoriam DWYER - Shirley.

3.10.2002 Ten years have passed since we were all together.

But in our hearts - held by love - you walk with us forever.

Missing you in every way.

Parks Victoria is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified individuals or organisations to operate and manage the cafe at the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi.

EOI documentation and further information may be obtained from www.tenders.vic.gov.au

Peter, Terry, Tony, Susan, Mark, and families.

Respondents are to lodge their EOI responses marked CONFIDENTIAL, EOI 1331 - Cafe´ operations - State Coal Mine, Wonthaggi, by 2pm Wednesday 31 October 2012 in the Tender Box located at Parks Victoria, Level 10, 535 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000.

ZO221434

More information Phone 13 1963 www.parks.vic.gov.au

HEMMING - Trevor.

10.11.52 - 5.10.11 A year has passed by already. Trevor, you are constantly in our thoughts.

We understand that you are no longer in pain, But a link is missing from our family chain.

Always in our hearts.

Corrie, Brett and Naomi, Shane and Casey.

deaths BENSON (nee Browne) Isobel Rosina.

Passed away peacefully at Domain Seahaven, Inverloch on Saturday, September 29, 2012 in her 91st year.

Formerly of Woorayl Lodge and Buffalo.

Dearly loved wife of Philip William (dec).

Beloved and loving mother of Philip and Grace, Ian and Carolyn, Margaret and Adrian, and Mervyn (dec).

Loved and respected nanna of Katrina and Dave, Philip and Lindee; Tony and Lisa, David and Aimee, Andrea and Owen; Matthew and Carly, Luke and Shari.

Proud great grandmother of Jake, Kye, Alastair James; Jack, Georgie, Angus, Seth, Jai, and Taj; Maisie Isobel, Abbie Lee. Loved and remembered always.

BENSON (Browne) - Isobel Rosina.

12.1.1922 - 29.9.2012 Daughter of Robert and Mary (May) Browne of Cloverdale, Middle Tarwin.

Sister of Gordon and Dorrie Browne, Mary and Stan Matthies, Tom, Alan and Nola Browne, Agnes and Ron Matthies (all dec).

Auntie Isobel to all their families.

The last of her generation.

BENSON - Isobel Rosina.

Passed away peacefully on 29.9.2012.

Dearly loved mother of Phil and Grace.

Much loved and respected Big Nanna of Katrina and Dave, Philip and Lindee.

Loved Nanna Bell of Jake, Kye and Alastair.

Dear friend of Albert and Lorraine.

BENSON (Browne) - Isobel Rosina.

12.1.1922 - 29.9.2012 Loved and loving mum to Ian and Carolyn, nana to Tony and Lisa, David and Aimee, Andrea and Owen.

Nan to Jack, Georgie, Angus, Seth, Jai and Taj. Always in our hearts.

BENSON - Isobel Rosina.

12.1.1922 - 29.9.2012 Loved mum to Marg and Adrian (Johnson).

Wonderful Nanna Benson to Matthew and Carly, Luke and Shari and proud Nanna Bel to Maisie Isobel and Abbie Lee. You lived a full and wonderful life loved by all your family.

Never to be forgotten.

BENSON (Browne) Isobel.

Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Alan and Nola Browne (both dec).

Loving aunt of Alan and Sharryn, Graham and Kate, Kevin, Thomas and Raelene, Dianne and Ian, Janine and Robert, and their families.

‘Fond memories’ GLASGOW (Worthy) Dorothy Joyce (Joy).

01.10.1921 - 27.09.2012 Our Dearest Mother.

Dearest beloved wife of Bill (dec), dearest mother of Julie and David, Robyn and Kevin, Peter and Julie.

Loved grandma to Tracey, Tim and Shelley, Ruth, Chris and Daniel, and Charlie.

Dearly loved daughter of George and Hilda (both dec).

Loved sister of Athol, Alice, Roy, Olive (all dec), Lyn, Max, Bruce, Betty (dec), Bob and Helen.

deaths HARDMAN Charles Victor.

2.05.1927 - 28.09.2012 Loving and caring husband of Beatrice for 61 wonderful years, father and fatherin-law of Graeme and Jeanette, and David.

Loved and respected grandpa of Faith and Ben, Jessica and Paul, and Thomas.

Forever in our hearts.

HOGAN - Francis Martin (Sandy).

10.11.1929 - 25.09.2012 At Leongatha Hospital September 25, 2012.

Loved husband and best friend of Nancy for 56 years.

Loved dad of Lyn and Terry, Robyn and Hanna, Kerry and Chris (dec), John and Samantha, and Sharon.

Proud pa of Daniel, Ashley, Mitchell and Dylan, Luke, Dale and Jacob, Canaan, Kiah and Eli. No more pain.

HOGAN - Francis (Sandy).

The Woorayl Golf Club note with sympathy the passing of past Captain and member of the golf club.

Sincere sympathy to the Hogan family.

HOGAN - Sandy.

Sincere sympathy to Nancy and family.

Good friend and gardening mate of Doug Challis.

HOGAN - Frank (Sandy).

Inaugural member of Slack Syndicate.

Lovingly remembered by Rob, Lyn, Alan, Helen, Gavin and Marg.

Sadly missed.

HUGHES - Marita Carmel.

15.7.1960 - 24.9.2012 Suddenly taken.

Cherished wife of David, devoted mother to Jessica, Erin, Anna and Sarah.

Proud mother-in-law of Andy and delighted Nanny to Lachie.

‘Reet’ lived her life without guile and always with an unbiased love for others.

Her rich legacy of writings and drawings, photographs, textiles and pottery are expressions of a gentle spirit with a love for life and all things in it.

The sure memory of her laughter, passionate singing, love and joie de vivre comforts us as a family and strengthens our resolve to celebrate her life with the same fullness of joy that she so freely gave to all.

The Lord has you, Your love is complete, Rest now darlin’.

David and family.

Private funeral.

HUGHES - Marita Carmel.

Our beautiful gentle girl, tragically taken.

Beloved daughter of Bob and Clare (dec). Darling sister of Rod, Gill, Yvonne, Brenda, Chris, Tim and Katey.

Loved by Glenda, Jeff, John, John, Laurie, Janet and Darren. Treasured aunt and great aunt.

A loving, generous, caring soul.

HUGHES - Marita.

You were so loved by many... Marita you will be missed.

Grant and Nannette Gale and family.

HUGHES - Marita.

Our dear friend, you will be sadly missed.

Dianne and Ian and family.

deaths HUGHES (McRae) Marita.

24.9.12 Special sister of Rod, sister-in-law of Glenda, auntie to Meghan and Simon, Anthony and Jodie, Clare and Michael, Michael, Peter and Christopher.

Great auntie to Joshua and Lucy, Jacob and Lachlan, Izack, Dane and Shayla.

Rest in peace darling Marita, your beautiful loving and caring way will be missed by us all. You will be the brightest star in the sky.

A special auntie, very rare, thank you.

RYAN - Joyce.

Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital on September 26, 2012. Aged 90 years.

Dearly loved wife of Bern (dec). Much loved mother of Pat and Ted, Elaine and Graeme, Denis and Jill, Garry and Noelene, Lynette and Barry, Sandra and Ronn, and Kaye.

Very special Gran to 19 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.

The World’s Greatest Mum. Rest in Peace.

RYAN - Joyce.

Passed away peacefully 26.9.2012.

Much loved and adored mother of Elaine and Graeme.

Loving Gran of Lee and Andy, Petra and Andrew, Paula and Nathan and Great Gran of Ashlee, Zach and Levi, Ebony, Jesse and Brodie.

“When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”

RYAN - Joyce.

Passed away peacefully on September 26, 2012.

There is a gift in life you cannot buy, it’s very rare and true, It’s a special gift of memories, like the ones I have of you.

My beautiful friend, my Tuesdays will never be the same.

Shirl.

message of hope AS we have opportunity, let us do good to all. Galatians 6:10

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

deaths

funerals

BENSON - A Thanksgiving Service for the life of Mrs Isobel Rosina Benson will be held at the Uniting Church, Geale Street, Meeniyan on Thursday, October 4, 2012 commencing at 2pm.

A service for interment will precede the above service at Meeniyan Cemetery at 1.15pm.

GLASGOW - The funeral service to celebrate the life of Mrs Dorothy Joyce (Joy) Glasgow will be held at the Uniting Church, Bridge Street, Korumburra on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at 1.30pm.

The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Korumburra Cemetery.

HARDMAN - The funeral service to celebrate the life of the late Charles Victor Hardman will be held at our Leongatha Chapel (cnr South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street) on Thursday October 4, 2012 commencing at 11am.

Private cremation.

HOGAN - A Funeral Mass for the repose of the soul of the late Mr Francis Martin (Sandy) Hogan will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Leongatha on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 commencing at 10.30am.

The funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gippsland Southern Health Palliative Care. Envelopes will be available at the service.

RYAN - A Service to celebrate the life of Mrs Joyce Ryan will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Leongatha on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 commencing at 1.30pm.

The funeral will leave at the conclusion of the service for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

deaths

Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors Caring for our Community, personal dignified service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Office and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

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Toora school is going green TOORA Primary School was recently awarded a Victorian Schools Garden Award, which included a prize of $300 to buy more plants for the school garden.

The school now goes on the next level of judging, which will take place early October, when members of the Garden Awards judging panel will visit the school.

The school is currently having solar panels installed by Sola Connections from Beaconsfield that will generate 17.5 kilowatts of energy on the roof of the multi-purpose building.

The energy produced by the panels will offset the school’s electricity use with green energy.

Toora Primary School hosted a basketball tournament recently, between Welshpool, Foster, Tarwin Lower, and Toora primary schools.

Four students from

South Gippsland Secondary College came across to referee for the day of competition.

The whole school participated in an excursion to the Sale Gallery recently, to see the Worlds in a Paintbrush and the Animal Kingdom exhibitions.

Through the exhibit, students were able to explore the place of animals in a world dominated by humans, and the fragile relationships between them.

The excursion was funded by the Sale Gallery Arty Bus program, which give rural schools an opportunity to access the arts.

Students in grades 2 to 6 are busily preparing their student digital portfolios, which are collections of their work from across the school year.

They show evidence of each student’s efforts, progress and achievements in all areas of the curriculum.

Students in Prep and

Good work: Gracie and Reghan, both in Grade 1, show off their student portfolios, which they add to over the year to demonstrate their progress at school.

Grade 1 are also completing portfolios, but in book form.

The painting on the art panels at the entrance to the school has begun, with two of the six panels currently being worked on.

With the assistance of student welfare officer,

Dinah Brownfield, grades 4, 5 and 6 students have painted their panel with an animal theme.

Students in grades 2 and 3 have designed and painted their panel in the whole school’s yearly theme of medieval.

Earlier in the year, Too-

Hooded plovers need your help BIRDLIFE Australia is running a free public training course for volunteers interested in monitoring threatened hooded plovers in the South Gippsland area on Saturday, October 6.

If there is a beach that you visit regularly, whether it’s once a week or once a month, Birdlife Australia encourages you to get involved.

Participants will learn

how to spot the little birds and their tiny, cryptic chicks and how to get involved in monitoring them.

An exciting development this year is the hooded plover online portal where volunteers can enter monitoring data and see what has been happening to other hooded plover pairs.

To find out more about the training and to register, please contact Tanya Pyk at Birdlife Australia on Tanya.Pyk@birdlife.

Watch out: these signs are erected in areas where hooded plovers are known to be nesting, such as at Venus Bay.

crossword solutions CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 8345 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, C-ale-don-I-an. 8, Da-r-n. 9, Fall. 10, De-LVe. 11, Rasp. 12, Hair shirt. 16, In no doubt. 20, Crab. 22, E-xis-t. 23, Stab (rev). 24, Ac-H-e. 25, Free s-ample.

Down - 1, Pap-ay-sa 2, Declare. 3, How-dah. 4, P-I’ll-ar.

5, Under. 7, Grass. 13, Inn (in). 14, Co-nsu-me. 15, Brick.

17, Nailed (anag). 18, Obtuse. 19, B-r-awls. 21, Beefy.

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 8345 - SOLUTIONS Across - 6, Gorgonzola. 8, Task. 9, Lash. 10, Epoch. 11, Ever. 12, Departure. 16, Breakable. 20, Miss. 22, Hades.

23, Toss. 24, Area. 25, Chloroform.

Down - 1, Borage. 2, Egghead. 3, Intent. 4, Colour. 5, Bathe. 7, Aster. 13, Use. 14, Mastiff. 15, Tiara. 17, Riddle. 18, Absurd. 19, Lustre. 21, Shack.

org.au or 03 9347 0757.

Hooded plovers are threatened birds which spend their entire lives on the beach, from egg to adult, making them one of the few bird species in Australia to nest on beaches.

They nest during spring and summer but beach nesting isn’t easy, and breeding pairs may lose many nests and chicks to storms, predators and even disturbances caused by humans.

With only about 500 hooded plovers left in Victoria, it’s important to help them get their chicks to flying age at five weeks of age.

At Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, hooded plover pairs are already returning from winter, flocking beaches and reclaiming their breeding territories.

Recent surveys by Parks Victoria ranger Jonathon Stevenson and Birdlife Australia volunteer Steve Johnson have recorded at least six pairs back at Venus Bay, including the pair who nest south of the Number 1 Beach access ramp.

This pair has used this territory for many years and has to contend with a lot of disturbance from other beach visitors.

However, with a little human help, hooded plovers’ who nest on busy beaches have the same chance of raising young to flying age as those

pairs who nest on remote beaches.

At Venus Bay, Parks Victoria, Birdlife Australia and volunteers work closely to protect hooded plovers nesting on local beaches.

Identifying these pairs is important and many have now been banded with orange leg flags with a two letter code, to help identify them in the field.

Volunteers and agency staff also spend time on beaches monitoring the birds’ breeding progress, checking for nests and chicks, erecting protective nest fencing and talking to people about the birds.

With at least 20 pairs of hooded plovers nesting between Cape Paterson and Waratah Bay, there are a lot of unmonitored nests.

Even if you can’t get involved in hooded plover monitoring, you can still help them by reading and obeying signs, especially dog rules. When on the beach walk only on the wet sand by the water’s edge and walk quickly past any fenced off areas to minimise disturbance.

“The beach is very popular over summer and not just for people. We need to remember that and share the beach with all beach goers” Mr Stevenson said.

ra Primary School became home to several chickens.

The hens have now started laying eggs, which will be used in classroom activities, such as cooking.

They are also hoping to get some fertilised eggs to put under their clucky chook for her to hatch.

Ball skills: Leah, from Grade 6 and Tylah from Grade 4 competed in the basketball tournament, held at Toora Primary School.

Wet, wet, wet THE wet, wet, wet goes on.

“This is the toughest winter I can remember,” Lindsay Fromhold said.

He and his wife Linda run the Meeniyan Post Office and Lindsay is the town’s weather recorder.

They’ve been in Meeniyan for 17 years and have had a farm at Toora North since 1981.

“We’ve had 18 rainy days in September.

That’s more than in August.”

Mr Fromhold tipped 36.7mm out of his rain gauge over the weekend.

The amount brought

the monthly total of 110.6mm, which is quite a bit more than last September’s 67.5mm.

“It’ll bring the Tarwin River right up again.

It doesn’t take much because it’s so saturated.”

Neville Buckland is looking forward to this week’s predicted sunny weather.

A Fish Creek farmer of many years’ standing, Mr Buckland said seven days of fine and hopefully windy weather, are all that’s needed to dry things out.

He records the rain for Fish Creek and said there was 44mm over

the weekend, bringing the monthly total to 111.5mm for September.

The average is 106mm.

Mr Buckland said rainfall so far this year is 1043.5mm, compared with 1096mm for the same period last year.

He said he had heard 70mm fell at Wilsons Prom over the weekend.

While last year was wetter than this around Fish Creek, Mr Buckland said there have been more bitterly cold spells this year.

“It’s been a very hard winter.”

Sewerage matters SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council wants comment from residents who have unsewered properties.

Council is updating its Municipal Domestic Wastewater Management Plan that will be in place for the next 10 years.

“Wastewater management simply means the onsite treatment of your household waste water by septic tanks, mechanical treatment plants or other EPA approved systems,” project officer, Skye Radcliffe-Scott, said.

“Household wastewater is generally disposed of within your property boundary, via trenches or drip irrigation systems, and this must be managed effectively to prevent surface discharge (pooling, leaks, etc.) and to protect groundwater and local waterways.”

Council is required to develop and implement this plan which covers all properties that are not serviced by reticulated (piped) sewerage, and to: identify risks to our health and the environment; identify ways to improve wastewater management; and inform local water authorities about towns that may require the installation of reticulated sewerage.

Council is interested to learn: What you understand your responsibilities are for managing wastewater

within your property; what concerns you have about wastewater in your area; what improvements you can identify; and how council can assist with these.

“You can simply review the draft plan on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au, and provide feedback to us through our short online survey,” Ms Radcliffe-Scott said.

Hardcopies of the plan are also available to view at all local libraries, council offices, visitor information centres and upon request.

“We will also be holding some informal sessions across the shire where you can chat to a council officer about your ideas and any issues you may have.”

Port Franklin: Port Franklin Hall, Wednesday, October 3, 3.30pm – 6pm; Leongatha: council chambers, Thursday, October 4, 3.30pm – 6pm; Sandy Point: Sandy Point CFA, Saturday, October 6, 10am – 12.30pm; Venus Bay: Venus Bay Community Centre, Saturday, October 6, 1.30pm – 4pm; Fish Creek: Fish Creek Hall, Wednesday, October 10, 3.30pm – 6pm; and Korumburra: Korumburra Meeting Room, Thursday, October 11, 5pm – 7.30pm.

For further information contact Skye Radcliffe-Scott on 0407 460 991 or skyes@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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Inverloch bowls

Winners: Rosa James (runner-up), Joy Hargreaves (chairperson South Gippsland Division) and Marilyn Forrest (winner).

Forrest takes first event THE first of the state events for season 2012-2013 was played over two days last week.

Day one saw us enjoy the hospitality of the Fish Creek Club where some hard fought games were played in beautiful weather.

Day two the Meeniyan Club hosted the semis and the final with three more good games.

Rosa James (Phillip Island) and Marilyn Forrest (San Remo) contested the final which was won by Marilyn.

Many thanks to the Meeniyan ladies for their hospitality also.

Leongatha bowls THURSDAY evening September 27, saw some 25 members attend the information for new and experienced bowlers.

The evening was divided into two sessions; the first session being on the laws and etiquette of bowls led by Jeff Pendergast, one of the club’s four qualified umpires, and the session entitled the team game setting out the responsibilities of the respective bowlers in the game of bowls, was led by one of the club’s championship bowlers, John Hall.

Overall the knowledge gained and information gleaned as the result of questions to both presenters can only go to improving all bowlers’ skills who attended.

Wednesday September 26 saw the club’s monthly triples day in action, with some 26 teams present. The winner on the day was the team from Foster, I. Parks (s), S. Bruzzese and C. Beaty with four wins plus 47, while the runner-up was the team of I. Ferguson, L.

Caile and P. Forrest with four wins plus 33.

Best last game went to the team of N. Gore, T. Cockshott and A. Moore with plus 13. Sponsor for the day was Alex Scott and Co. and the club sincerely thanks them for their support.

Reminders: Tuesday October 2 will see our ladies with their last pennant practice starting at 10am before their commencement of pennant round one on October 9, with our Division 1 ladies at home to Korumburra and Division 3 away to Korumburra.

The last men’s pennant practice will be Saturday October 6 before commencement of pennant on Saturday October 13.

The club’s next Kitty Club tea night will be Friday October 5. Names to be on the sheet near the match committee room before Thursday night, October 4.

Until the next report, good bowling Jackhigh.

At Port Phillip Heads

Buffalo indoor bowls

OCTOBER

ON Wednesday September

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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26 (school holidays) Chloe Banfield joined us for a night of bowling and did quite well with help from Nanny Toni.

Sixteen players split into six teams of pairs and triples for three games of eight ends using six bowls.

Ian Benson (s) and Joyce Occhipinti teamed well to take the honours for the night with three wins (WWW) 11 ends +5.

Following them on countback Bill Wolswinkel (s), Carolyn Benson and Illene Tiziani (WLW) 15 ends +13 from Lee Armstrong (s), Glenys Pilkington and Mary Tumino (WWL) 13 ends +12.

Then with one win Rod McConchie (s), Toni Heldens and Chloe Banfield (LLW) 14 ends +2 from Charlie Tumino (s) and Peter Tiziani (LWL) eight ends -6.

Holding all the others up were Andrew Hanks (s), Peter Heldens and Joe Occhipinti (LLL) seven ends -25.

Best 1st game Bill 13/4, 2nd Lee 16/4, 3rd Rod 11/5.

A yummy supper and quick tidy up ready for bowls next week, same time, same place - hope to see you then

TUESDAY was our Ladies Pennant Practice against Phillip Island and it was a great day.

Margaret Goss won the $20 voucher.

Our next practice match on October 2 will be against Leongatha at Leongatha with a 10.30 start.

Pennant starts on October 9 while October 10 is Two Bowl Triples and starts at 10am.

Gala Day on the October 14 is mixed fours with Lady Skip. Please put your team down for a great day.

Wednesday 19 Ladies enjoyed a beautiful sunny day with Chris Gilman, Pat Stoneham and Diana Patterson winners and Joan Clark, Veronica Muir, Dorothy Gilfillan runners-up. Well done ladies.

Raffle winners were Elaine Miller, Chris Gilman and Carol Waters.

Please note Club Championship entries close on October 3.

Bowling Belles luncheon held on the last Friday of each month at 12am. Venue to be advised.

Club Membership Cards for the new season are now available. Be sure to collect yours from the noticeboard.

Korumburra parlor bowls THIS week, at bias bowls, Joyce Occhipinti combined with Michael Matthews but unfortunately, her losing streak continued.

Their first two games were close but, in the third, the change of mats upset their bowling rhythm but even so, managed 3L-8 shots. Paul McAsey and Lee Armstrong scored DLW -3 shots but they too struggled with the change of mats. Margo Maher, Sally Gammaldi and Charlie Tumino bowled with feast and famine, ending with DWL -2.

The teams that scored two games wins included Andy Hanks, Jan Dowling and Mary Tumino whose bowling in the skipper’s role has improved greatly (2W 1L -7).

The combination of quiet achievers, Ashley Van Duffelen and George Bentley, played very well, finishing second with 2W1L +8 shots but the winners for the night was the strong combination of Joe Occhipinti, Arc Gammaldi and Connie Occhipinti whose draw bowling was accurate and impressive. (2W1L+14 shots) Parlor bowls on Thursday night provided an entertaining evening as bowlers produced some stunning shots.

With two of the first round games ending in draws, the tone of the night was set.

Two teams finished with two wins – Sally Gammaldi skippered her team well, finishing even on shots but was pushed out of first place

by Joe Ringeri’s team who scored 2W1L+5 shots.

Well done to Joe, Arc Gammaldi, John Arestia, Ashley van Duffelen and Corran Djuric who was having his first try at parlor bowls.

Sunny start for Leongatha tennis LEONGATHA Tennis Club prepared for the opening of the tennis season with an open day on Sunday.

Club members and players gathered to take advantage of the rare sunshine to have a casual hit and enjoy a barbecue lunch.

Club president Frank Dekker said Leongatha was looking forward to another good year, with around the same number of players as last season.

He also said the club would be expecting some strong competition.

“One Leongatha side will be very strong this year,” he said.

“But Baromi will still be strong, and I think Koonwarra are the dark horse this year.”

Leongatha are also excited to be introducing another B Grade side this year and hope it will encourage younger players to step up and play senior tennis.

“It’s a really promising season with some younger kids coming through,” Frank said.

“Our juniors continue to show a lot of potential.”

Leongatha will have one A Grade, three B Grade and one C Grade side this season.

The night competition is also coming along well.

If there’s one aspect out of the club’s hands, it’s the weather.

“It was a good year last year, except we did have a lot of washouts,” Frank said.

“We’re hoping to get more tennis this year.”

The tennis season begins this Saturday, October 6.

Season looking good: Leongatha tennis club secretary, Michelle Krohn, and president Frank Dekker are looking forward to a promising season.

New for Leongatha: Tracy Mercer from Inverloch, David Noble from Leongatha, Maurice Simpson from Meeniyan and Kate Lew Ton from Dumbalk are making up another B Grade side this year.

Young guns: Connor Krohn, Lachie Cope, Brayden Krohn and James Mercer had a social hit of tennis at the Leongatha Tennis Club’s open day on Sunday.

• LEONGATHA TENNIS

Night tennis teams selected THE Leongatha Tennis Club’s Section 1 night tennis teams have been selected for the 2012-2013 summer night tennis season.

Play will begin on Tuesday October 16, the bye team will be notified.

Teams are as follows: Silverside: Greg Marsh-

man, Greg Edwards, Jim Gibbons.

Porterhouse: Glenn Bainbridge, Joel Langstaff, Simon Thomas.

Scotch Fillet: Warren Littlejohn, Roger Callister, Michael Giles.

Oxtail: Sam Wilson, Phil Munro, Alan McEachern.

T Bone: Frank Dekker, Jareth Hume, Kellie Simpson.

Sirloin: Dale O’Neill, Spencer Caughey, Matt

Howard.

Eye Fillet: Justin Krohn, Glen Calder, Jarrad Hayward.

Blade: James Monahan, Glen Kleeven, David Bennett.

Rump: Keinen Hemming, Neil Langstaff, Daniel Langstaff.

For any enquiries regarding team selections contact Greg Marshman on 5662 3558 or Frank Dekker on 5668 5285.

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Leongatha

A SMALL field competed on a day that was more suited to swans than hawks.

Good scores were hard to come by, with Dean Brown’s 34 the day’s best. Dean also won pro-pin with a handy shot on the 14th hole. Nearest the pin went to G. Baklaf.

Ball winners: J. Smith 33, K. Clark 31, R. Brown, C. Leaver, M. Hunter 30; G. Marsham 28.

Tuesday

Doug Clemann has done it again, scoring a great 39 points to take the prize from Norm Hughes who had 37.

Doug’s round equates to 76 off-the-stick in heavy conditions, so what will he do when the run returns?

Andrew Macfarlane and Geoff McDonald were nearest the pin winners and balls were won by: D. Vorwerg, N. Byrne 36; K. Godridge, A. Macfarlane, J. Smith 35; M. Stubbs, P. Hobson 34; J. Cummins 33.

Thursday In a very competitive finish, five pairs scored 42

Wonthaggi OUR midweek competition attracted 25 players, with Jeff McDonald winning the event with a great score of 41 points.

Balls down the line: P. Mitchell-Dawson 39, P. Young 38, G. Turner 38, B. Vanagtmaal 38. Nearest the pin D. Crellin.

On yet another rain soaked Saturday we had a shotgun start at 8am. Due to a small field of 35 players we changed the event from a fourball to singles stableford.

The winner of the day was S. Love 38 points.

Balls down the line: N. Burne 34, F. Huber 35, J. Sartori 34, B. Clark 33, P. Davies 33.

Nearest the pins: 2nd D. Crellin, 8th R. Johnson, 13th J. Jordan, 17th V. Fennell.

Eagle 7th hole P. Dell.

This Saturday is monthly medal and with an expected fine weather week ahead I sould anticipate a large player contingent.

To ensure this, I will with the assistance of a well known sponsor, present this Saturday’s A Grade, B Grade and C Grade winners each with a $100 voucher.

Our club championships are only six to seven weeks away, beginning on November 17.

Good golfing and I look forward to seeing you all on Saturday.

points, but were narrowly upstaged by Keith Finney and Mick Oliver who had 43. In the countback for runner-up Ray Burton and Peter Hobson emerged from the pack.

Peter Williams (14th) and John Gilder (16th) were nearest the pin winners and balls went to the following pairs: A. and C. Sperling 42, A. Hawkins - T. Seebeck 42, B. Hutton - G. McRitchie 42, J. Gilder - F. Smedley 42, G. Vanderzalm - K. Castwood 40, F. de Bondt - I. Watson 40, M. Stubbs - P. Waters 39.

The R. and M. Hodges mixed event on Sunday was postponed due to the rain and will be re-scheduled.

Saturday’s event is the inaugural staging of the John Westaway ambrose pairs and it’s pleasing to see there is already a full field.

The Gordon West nine hole teams event round one will take place on Sunday.

Members are reminded that there will be no comps on Saturday October 13 due to the club hosting the Victorian men’s country teams event.

Woorayl WE all know who won the football but who braved the elements to win the golf?

Our club sponsored a stableford event for men and ladies on grand final day. Needless to say there was no event played by the ladies.

Our winner was Geoff McKinnon with 36 points, with balls going to Michael Grist, Tim Burgess and the president, Graeme Winkler.

Next week we will play for the September medal, sponsored by Terry Lund Auto Electrics.

Rumour has it that our course superintendent had a birthday last week.

In case you don’t know who won the football, just ask the captain.

Korumburra TWENTY players competed in a stableford competition, Don and Gwen Evison taking the trophy and the CCR was 70.

A Grade (two handicap): L. Guilfoyle 38 points. Balls to T. Herbert 36, T. O’Neill 35, L. Sharp 34.

B Grade (24 handicap): C. Rielly 34 points on countback. Balls to PP. Hornibrook 34 (missed out).

Nearest the pin: 1st P. Hornibrook, 7th L. Guilfoyle, 10th L. Guilfoyle, 13th T. O’Neill.

NAGA: Wally Hopkins.

Tuesday’s winner: Marty Deleeuw 38 points.

Thursday’s winner: D. Child 36 points.

Singles knockouts need to be played by October 14.

Foster

Winners: (from left) Shirley Welsford (B Grade winner), Wendy Parker (Monthly Medal winner, A Grade and Scratch winner) and Noreen Williams ( C Grade winner).

Leongatha ladies TWENTY-NINE players competed in the Monthly Medal on Wednesday.

The event was sponsored by Joan Scott and Beaches and Cream of Inverloch.

Wendy Parker had a day out, winning the Monthly Medal, the A grade event and the prestigious scratch event with an excellent 86/14/72.

The B Grade winner was Shirley Welsford with 102/26/76 and Noreen Williams won C Grade with 113/32/81.

Down the line balls went to Helen Mackenzie 79, Jocelyn Howson 80, Val Brydon 81, Loris Clark 82, Coral Gray 83, Nancy Sperling 84 and Debbie Miller 84 on a count back.

The putting spoon was won by Julie Howard with 30 putts.

Nearest the pin on the 14th was won by Captain Toni West.

Woorayl ladies LAST week the winners of the stableford round were presented with beautiful rose plants, thanks to sponsor Rosemary Wood.

A Grade winner was Sue Wakefield (17) with 35 points, B Grade was won by Marg Tuckett (25) with 27 points and C Grade winner was Fay Maynard (27) with 25 points.

Balls down the line went to Karin McKenzie, Marg Higgins, Pauline Lancaster and Jo Fennell.

Nearest the pin on the 8th was Shirley Thomas, on the 11th was Ann Poole and on the 17th was Pauline Lancaster.

The final of the S and B Thomas Stableford Aggregate was played between Fay Maynard/Sue Wakefield and Marg Higgins/ Jo Fennell, with congratulations to the winners Fay and Sue. Next week we will play for the monthly medal.

Meeniyan SATURDAY was a four person ambrose event with the sponsor for the day being Lacy’s Jewellery which is much appreciated.

A small field of brave souls braved the wet weather with the winners for the day was the team of Rod Matthews, Daryle Gregg, Col Graeme and Col Stewart with a net 59.

Nearest the pin on the 2nd was won by Daryle Gregg.

The pro pin on the 17th was won by Paul Vandermeer.

The members’ draw was not won so it jackpots to next week.

Tuesday was a singles stableford event with the winner being Jim Cusack with 35 points.

Balls down the line went to Frank Peile 34 points, Lloyd Hemphill 33 points and Ian Warman with 32 points.

Nearest the pin on the 2nd was won by Will Bullock.

Best nine was Col Stewart with 19 points.

Thursday was a single stableford event with the winner being Tony McHarg with 45 points.

Balls down the line went to Ian Warman 36 points, Bob McGeary 35 points and Fred Stalker with 35 points.

Nearest the pin on the 8th was won by Fred Stalker.

Best nine was won by Frank Peile with 17 points.

Next week is Monthly Medal.

A FEW decent days and the course was drying out – then the rain came again in bucket loads and back to winter conditions.

However Phil and Shaun got all the mowing done while it had dried out.

We must still be thankful as visitors from other clubs have all commented favourably on the condition of our course.

On Tuesday Larry Giddy (18) made a good return after a break overseas, having 36 points to record a win. The DTL balls went to Athol McGrath (19) and John Mathers (16) both on 35 points. Randy Reusch won the NTP. Thursday Mr Consistency John Mathers (15) did it again to have another win with 37 points. Randy Reusch (21) got the DTL ball with 34 points despite trying to master about 10 changes that Royal Melbourne Pro Bruce Green had suggested to him. Veteran Chris Foulds won the NTP on the 6th.

In a rare occurrence, Lloyd McKenzie and Randy Reusch suffered a two stroke penalty when they hit off the wrong tee markers on the 11th tee – with their playing partner Chris Foulds bringing that to their attention before he hit off.

On the Chicken Run conditions were very wet. Kevin Flett emerged victorious with 16 points.

Bill Fuller got the DTL ball with 15 points. The NTP was won by Lloyd McKenzie.

Saturday we woke up to find we had had about two inches of rain Friday and overnight, the temperature felt like minus five, it was blowing a gale and more rain was on the way - so this put a damper on golf for Saturday.

Would you believe that Rod Coughlan-Lane actually turned up and was going to play golf. Fortunately for Rod no-one else turned up to play with him.

These ex-Army fellows certainly are tough. I am not sure if Rod should get an award or a referral.

The Mixed Foursomes Championship was washed out earlier has been re-scheduled for Sunday, October 21.

Hitoff will be at 10.30am.

Friday Night Members Draw Elaine Cox was on hand and overjoyed to collect the $500 in the members cash draw.

Her luck continued when she then won the first draw in the raffle as well.

The members draw reverts back to $250 next Friday.

You need to be in the clubhouse between 7pm and 8 pm when the draw is made to be eligible to win the cash.

Junior golf tournament

Leongatha opens gate to golfers

THE South Gippsland Junior Golf Committee will hold a Junior Tournament next Sunday October 7 at Phillip Island Golf Club. The tournament is open to junior boys and girls (under 18 years).

GOLFERS of all abilities are invited, for just $10, to enjoy an afternoon of golf and gain a great summer bonus at the Leongatha Golf Club.

“This is a bold initiative to introduce that we are undertaking aimed to encourage all winter sporting competitors to play golf during the summer months,” said Michael James-Cull, club manager.

“This day is to assist all those occasional golfers and the beginner golfer to enjoy and have fun and play at the Club on Sunday, October 7 from noon onwards.”

As the PGA Professional at the club he mentioned that he will be

Hit off commences at 9am and concludes at 10am. Entry fee is $5 for all players. There is also an event for those players without a handicap.

The ‘Calloway’ system of handicapping will be used for the players competing without a handicap.

A separate competition will be held for any parent of a child wishing to play. Entry forms are available at all South Gippsland Golf Clubs.

Entries can then be forwarded to Mr. Gary Blair c/o Phillip Island Golf Club P.O Box 851, Cowes, 3922. Telephone 5952 1121.

The South Gippsand Junior Committee is looking for each club within the district to have a minimum of 3 juniors from each club to compete in the tournament. It is at these tournaments that junior golfers gain valuable experience in playing competition golf.

Club Junior Liaison Officer is expected to get behind this effort.

conducting lessons from noon and then players can play nine holes on the course for just $10.

On the day there will also be novelty events and putting lessons.

The course is just 10 minutes from Inverloch and Leongatha on the Koonwarra- Inverloch Road, and with the spring weather now arrived the course is in very good playing conditions.

In addition, those who attend the day will also be offered for just $199 unlimited golf during the summer months, subject to booking prior to playing.

For more information contact the club on 5664 3314.

Korumburra ladies THE fine, sunny weather brought out 24 women last Wednesday to play the third and final par round of the Wardle Trophy, an earlier round was cancelled due to poor weather.

Marg Young, playing off 22 handicap, found the course to her liking scoring +2 to win A Grade and the Wardle Trophy (square overall), runner up was Lee Clements (13) with -2.

Gwen Evison (28) won B Grade with -3 and the runner up (on a countback) was Beryl Brown (28).

The C Grade winner was Pam Eyers (42) on -3 and the runner up was Virginia Wagner (37) on -5.

Nearest the pins were 1st -Gwen Evison and 13th -Jan Hewitt.

Joan Wardle donated a beautiful necklace to Marg as her trophy and Barb Wood gave three lovely scarves for the daily grade winners.

The club appreciates the support of these generous sponsors.

Last Saturday the Clements Stableford was completed with Lee being the winner with 68 pts. Minor trophies were awarded to the runner-ups, Marg Young and Deb Wrigley (55pts).

Next Wednesday is a par competition, as the October monthly medal has been moved to October 10.

Lyn McIvor and Norrie Little are playing in the State Final of the Doris Chambers Foursomes at Settler’s Run on Wednesday. Good luck to these girls!

Top golfer: Marg Young was the winner of the Wardle Trophy for 2012. Marg had a nice score of +2 last Wednesday and combined this with an earlier score of -2 to have the best overall total in this event.

Mirboo North ladies

THE Walter and Eliza Hall Charity Day was held on Wednesday as a stableford aggregate.

Winners were Chris Gunn (17) 31 points and Raine Leslie (24) 33 points = 64 points.

Down the line: Tracey Higginbottom (27) 29 points and Nicole Allen (21) 26 points = 55 points on a countback from Maree Thompson and Joyce Dyke.

Nearest the pin: 6th Tracey Higginbottom, 13th Raine Leslie.

FOOTBALLERS & NETBALLERS GOLFING DAY $10 Golf, lessons and a game for players of all golfing abilities from beginners to good golfers. Get a group of friends together and come on Sunday, October 7 from noon onwards.

Book now by contacting 5664 3314.

All starts at 12 noon.

Group lessons and helpful hints.

1 pm - 9 holes of fun golf and putting competitions.

ATTEND and get - $199 SUPER SUMMER GOLFING SPECIAL UNLIMITED GOLF ALL SUMMER - ONLY $199 For footballers, netballers and any winter sports person.

This is only available to registered players of winter sports in South Gippsland to play between October 1 to February 28, and you must bring registration to qualify.

Not available with other offers and bookings must be made prior to play. Offer valid to 31 October 2012

Leongatha Golf Club at 855 Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, Leongatha South.

5664 3314 | leongathagolf@gmail.com LEO800022

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Stony Creek Lions celebrate 2012 Seniors: (from left) Daniel Kilpatrick (runner-up Best and Fairest), Tom Wyatt (Most Consistent), Dylan Clarke (Coach’s Award), Lance Oswald (Best and Fairest), Luke Reddie (Most Determined) and Paul Morwood (coach).

IKFNC awards Senior football: (back from left) Andrew Verboon (Most Improved), Jacob Byrnes (Most Consistent), Matt Linke (Most Determined), Chris Langley (Runner-Up Best and Fairest), (front) Jack Hughes (Best and Fairest and McCaughan Medal), Kyle Van Der Pluym (Best Utility), Jack Stewart (Best First Year Player), Luke Bowman (Coach’s Award), Cam LePage (Best Team Man).

A Grade: Steph Goss (Runner-up Best and Fairest), Ashleigh Browne (Most Consistent), Olivia Cope (Best in Finals), Rebecca Browne (Best and Fairest) Dean Cashin (coach) .

Reserves: top left: Brian Byrne (Most Improved), Andrew Byrne (Most Consistent), Jay Accardi (Equal Runner-Up Best and Fairest), Wayne Verboon (Coaches Award), Bottom left: Michael Dyer (Best and Fairest), Brett McKnight (Equal Runner-up Best and Fairest), Bryce Rawson (Most Determined), Shane Moore (coach).

C Grade: Hannah Westbrook (Most Determined) Michelle Moore (Runner Up Best and Fairest and Best in Finals), Absent Kaylene Morter (Best and Fairest).

Left Life member: Jan Byrne received a Life Membership to the Stony Creek Football Netball Club for all her hard work and dedication to the club.

Right Alan Sinclair Memorial Best Club Person: Neil and Jo Cope.

Reserves: (from left) Chris Spencer (Best and Fairest), Matt Miller (runnerup Best and Fairest), Nath Maher (Most Consistent), Tom Whelan (Player’s Player) and Nick Willams (coach).

A Grade award winners: (from left) Kylie Debono (coach), Tegan Stahl, Kelsey Buxton (Best and Fairest and Coach’s Award) and Tayla Stahl.

B Grade: Tarryn Anderson (Coach’s Award), Kelsie Schelling (Best and Fairest), Kara Schelling (Runner-up Best and Fairest).

Above C Grade award winners: (from left) Kirsten (runner-up Best and Fairest), Sarah Shaw (Coach’s Award), Jodie Truman (Best and Fairest) and Jessie Mattock (Team Player).

Right Senior club person: Jessie Mattock with Jen Scott, netball president.

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Meeniyan and District Netball Club presentation MEENIYAN and District Netball Club held their presentation night on Saturday, September 8 in the Meeniyan Uniting Church Hall.

The night was well attended by players and their families, partners and friends, the committee, coaches and life members Lorna Anthony and Ros Roberts.

The 11 and Under players were recipients of medallions and certificates.

The 13 and Under players received a certificate. Hayley Phillips was voted as runner-up Best and Fairest player, Ruby Martin was voted Best and Fairest player, and Abby Robins received an Encouragement Award.

Gemma Martin was awarded runner-up Best and Fairest player for the 15 and Under team, with Claire Jobling winning the Best and Fairest award.

All 15 and Under players re-

ceived a certificate, medallion and gift of a netball-playing teddy.

Under 17/C Grade Blue team had Alana Bright as their Best and Fairest player, and Genevieve Scholte as their runner-up Best and Fairest player. All players received a certificate, medallion and gift of a key ring.

Under 17/C Grade Yellow team opted for each of their players to be awarded a block of their preferred chocolate, rather than have trophies and medallions awarded.

Five teams played the 2012 season at the Leongatha and District Netball Association courts (which is one more team than in 2011), with the 15 and Under team winning the grand final by two goals against Town Black.

Meeniyan and District Netball Club have had a successful 2012 in other ways also, with the introduction of a new uniform, the purchasing of new equipment, and having a

number of players chosen to represent Leongatha in the LDNA netball tournament in July.

The committee would like take this opportunity to thank everyone who assisted or supported the club in some (or numerous) ways over the course of season.

The club will hold their Annual General Meeting on February 12 at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve netball courts.

The club also invites any interested players for the 2013 season to register their interest by contacting either Jacquie Mowat 5664 4427 or Kerry Mangiafico 5664 5471.

Please also contact Jacquie or Kerri if you have any questions.

In 2013, the club is hopeful to enter teams in the 11 and Under, 13 and Under, 15 and Under, and 17/C Grade sections, with B and A Grade teams also an option if enough interest is shown.

11 and Under: (back from left) Niamh Martin, Jasmin Mackie, Stuart Bright, Hayley Young, John Phillips, (front) Kate Marshman, Chelsea Elliott and Tamara Lavarda.

13 and Under award winners: (from left) Ruby Martin (Best and Fairest), Hayley Phillips (RunnerUp Best and Fairest) and Abby Robins (Encouragement Award).

15 and Under award winners: (from left) Claire Jobling (Best and Fairest) and Gemma Martin (runner-up Best and Fairest).

13 and Under: Sophie Graley, Hayley Phillips, Abby Robins, Natalie Young, (front) Kian Pratt, Ruby Martin and Jemma Caithness.

15 and Under: (from left) Gemma Martin, Amber Starlight, Rebecca Riddiford, Rebecca Mangiafico and Erika Pocklington.

17 and C Grade Yellow: (from left) Melissa Saario, Jessica Saario, Belinda Pocklington, Nena Caithness and Jocelyn Mackie.

Town celebrates season THE Leongatha Town Netball Club has had yet another successful season, with a team in every level for the finals.

Celebrations were held on September 3 at the Dakers Centre in Leongatha.

President Pauline Baudinette thanked everyone for coming and spoke of the club’s successful season in her annual report.

All coaches were thanked for giving up their time freely during the week and on match days.

Julie Grant thanked all umpires for taking on this role.

Julie has been supporting the girls for the past several seasons, and is very pleased with the results.

All Under 11 players were presented with a medallion and certificate.

Trophies were presented to Best and Fairest and runner-up in every team by their coaches.

17 and C Grade Blue: (back from left) Rose Starlight, Alana Bright, Kirsten Mowat, Eloise Scholte, (front) Catherine Waters and Sarah Sauvarin.

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Korumburra-Bena Football Netball Club presentations

Under 15 football: (back from left) Mario Arestia (coach), Cameron Trewin (Most Consistent), Kurt Cosson (Best and Fairest), Jonte Arestia (Gippsport Most Disciplined), Liam O’Brien (Most Improved), (front) Tom Jenkins (Coach’s Award), Hugh Suckling (runner-up Best and Fairest), Jesse Harris (Most Determined). Absent Nathaniel Sommerville (Best Team Man).

Seniors: (from left) Luke Carpenter (Most Determined), Aaron Hillberg (Best and Fairest), William Jeffs (Most Consistent), Reid Staples (Most Improved), Ash Zuidema (Best Team Man), Cameron Woods (Coach’s Award), (front) Peter Helms (coach), Ben Fitzpatrick (runner-up Best and Fairest) and Paul Pattison (Ian Hillberg Memorial Most Promising Player Under 21).

A Grade netball: Christie Hillberg (Best and Fairest and coach), Zoe Archer (Coach’s Award) and Kimberley Hillberg (runner-up Best and Fairest).

Reserves: (from left) Tom Sorrell (Most Improved), Josh Whiteside (Best Team Man), Daniel Myors (Most Determined), James Kyle (Best and Fairest and coach), Justin Caporale (Most Consistent), Nicholas Auddino (Coach’s Award), Dylan Muir (runner-up Best and Fairest).

Under 18: (back from left) Ash Zuidema (assistant coach), Angus Harrison (runner-up Best and Fairest), Jack Harris (Most Determined), Josh Hopkins (Best Team Man), Zack Mayo (team manager), Lucas Baido (Most Improved), (front) Scott Lacy (Coach’s Award), Tom Wyatt (Best and Fairest), Ken Myors (coach). Absent Matt Edwards (Most Consistent).

B Grade netball: Rebecca Muir (runner-up Best and Fairest), Kerryn Gow (Best and Fairest and coach), Elle Burgess coaches award and Louise Christopher (coach).

C Grade netball: Taylah Staples (Coach’s Award), Rebecca Cant (runner-up Best and Fairest), Merrissa Cosson (Best and Fairest) and Ricky McNaughton (coach).

Under 17 netball: Shelley Snooks (coach), Tayla Smith Under 13 netball: Simone Dixon (coach), Grace McLean Under 15 netball: Karen Sorrell (coach), Tenae Dixon (Best and Fairest) and Ashley Honan (runner-up Best and (Most Consistent), Georgia Edwards (Coach’s Award) and (Coach’s Award), Mairead Donohue (Most Consistent) and Fairest). Absent Jema Ellams (Coach’s Award).

Maddie Dixon (Most Valuable Player).

Gemma Dixon (Most Valuable Player).

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Dirty day for KTM riders

Continued from page 64.

“We’ve had a lot of locals doing sweep rides and doing things like helping get people out of bog holes,” he said.

“We’ve also contributed motorcyles with KTM Australia and Victorian Dealer’s Network, as well as help run the day.”

Adam said it was a great opportunity to host the KTM Dirt Days event so close to home.

“It’s a great chance to try all the bikes

in one location, all in one day,” he said.

KTM Australia marketing manager Greg Chambers said Dirt Days was a unique event.

“No other manufacturer gives riders a chance to test out their bikes like this,” he said.

“With such a large range of bikes it can get confusing, so it’s only fair our customers and dealers get to try them out.

“It’s a bit of fun and everyone appreciates it.”

The KTM crew: KTM sales manager Norm Bromley, professional rider and Australian Desert Race Champion Ben Grabham, marketing manager Greg Chambers and head technician Mike Faulkner at Dirt Days in Wonthaggi.

Wonthaggi Motorcross Track: Rob Logan from Leongatha and Luke Buchanan from Mirboo provided a helping hand on the weekend.

Dirt Days in Wonthaggi: KTM event co-ordinator Willie Thomson (centre) with Adam Dean and Ryan Claessen, both from Marriotts.

Dirt Days: despite the mud, riders from across Victoria jumped at the chance to test ride some of the KTM 2013 range in Wonthaggi on Sunday.

Leongatha Table Tennis

WE wish the best of luck to four players who are going to Perth next week to participate in a dream opportunity that not many rural athletes get to achieve.

Michaela Campbell, Tanya Milnes, Brittney Taylor and Caitlyn Taylor have all earned themselves a position to represent the state of Victoria in a national event.

The nationals are a weeklong event and because of volunteer coaches within the club, the Gippsland Sports Academy and Alios Risario, every player has the same opportunities as these girls to live a dream.

We are sure to hear about the memorable moments when this group of girls gets back.

Round results A Grade Week 9 September 11: BDM 8-28 d MDN 3-14; BTK 8-25 d WIC 3-15; Stonewall 8-26 d MZM 3-14.

Week 10 September 18: Stonewall 7-21 d MDN 4-16; BTK 6-20 d BDM 5-17; MZM 9-27 d WIC 2-10.

A Reserve Week 9 September 12:Jib Jab 6-20 d RM’s 5-18; Hopefulls 7-24 d See It 4-17; Hit Men 7-24 d MCT 4-15; No Name 6-20 d Three 5-19.

Week 10 September 18: See It 7-27 d RM’s 4-15; MCT 6-20 d Three 5-19; Hopefulls 6-20 d Jib Jab 5-17; Hit Men 7-25 d No Name 4-17.

B Grade July 19 I.E. of games won: Ben Hannon 4, Sue Couper 4, Jack Couper 0, Dillon Hofman 2, Dylan Griggs 0, and Corran

D. 2, Robert Brown 1.

July 26: Sue C. 12-11 d Ben H. 10-9, Joe H. 11-11 d Dillon H. 8-9, Robert Brown 13-11-11 d Dylan Griggs 1113-9.

August 2: Joe H. 11-11 d Dylan G 4-5, Joe H. 11-d Ben H. 9-10, Ben H. 11-11 d Dylan G. 2-1.

August 9: Joe H. 14-814 d Sue C. 12-11-12, Joe H. 11-11 d Jack C. 9-8, Jack C. 2-11-11 d Sue C. 11-6-7, Ben H. 11-11 d Jack C. 3-7, Ben H. 11-7-11 d Joe H. 8-11-6, Sue C. 8-11-11 d Ben H. 11-6-7.

August 16: Ben H. 11-811 d Sue C. 4-11-8, Ben H. 1111 d Jack C. 3-3, Sue C. 11-13 d Jack C. 7-11. Joe H. 11-11 d Jack C. 4-2, Sue C. 9-11-11 d Joe H. 11-6-8, Joe H. 9-11-14 d Ben H. 11-6-12.

August 30: Joe H. 10-1111 d Ben H. 12-3-9, Ben H.

11-11 d Jack C. 6-4, Ben H. 11-7-12 d Sue C. 4-11-10, Joe H. 11-11 d Sue C. 7-9, Joe H. 11-11 d Jack 7-6.

September 6: Sue C. 9-11-11 d Ben H. 11-9-5, Ben H. 11-11 d Jack 2-9, Joe H. 14-11 d Ben H. 127, Joe H. 11-11 d Jack C. 1-3, Sue C. 11-7-11 d Joe H. 7-116, Sue C. 11-11 d Jack C. 9-4.

Ladder After week 10 A Grade BDM ............................ 16-63-217 MDN ............................ 14-62-224 Stonewall ..................... 12-60-202 MZM ........................... 10-60-211 BTK ............................... 6-45-189 WIC ................................ 2-39-162 A Reserve Hit Men ....................... 14-54-183 Hopefulls ...................... 12-53-176 See It ............................ 12-44-159 Jib Jab .......................... 10-42-147 MCT................................ 6-40-152 RM’s ............................... 4-41-157 Three ............................... 4-36-145

No Name ........................ 4-32-134 B Grade (singles games won) Joe Howard ...............................12 Ben Hannon ..............................12 Sue Couper ............................... 11 Dillon Hofman ............................ 2 Corran D. .................................... 2 Jack Couper ................................ 1 Robert Brown ............................. 1 Dylan Griggs .............................. 0 Andrew Hofman ......................... 0

Aggregate A Grade: Michael Chang 27, Dean Snelling 24, Michael Grist 23, Mark Dowling 23, Warwick Sendek 21, Maurice Valk 21.

A Reserve: Ian Jonas 30, Frank Hirst 24, Ian Rasmussen 21 , Jan Jonas 21, Neil Smith 20, Michaela Bracecamp 19, Andrew Hofman 19, Robert Calder 19.

B Grade: Equal leading players Joe Howard and Ben Hannon.

Test rides: around 300 riders took the opportunity to take part in KTM’s Dirt Days at the Wonthaggi Motorcross Track on the weekend.

TABLE TENNIS

1200+ PLAYERS

50th Anniversary April 20 & 21, 2013 Wanted: Contact addresses Phone No's or e-mail of Past players. Photos etc Assistance appreciated.

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Taking a break: Wade Jarvis and Nick Gardiner, both from Leongatha, were all smiles at KTM Dirt Days on Sunday.

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Highest honour for Steph and Sarah WONTHAGGI Pony Club members Stephanie Carfrae of Kardella and Sarah Coleman of Glen Alvie have been awarded the prestigious Pony Club Association of Victoria Award of Merit for giving outstanding practical assistance to their club.

Top award: Wonthaggi Pony Club members Stephanie Carfrae of Kardella and Sarah Coleman of Glen Alvie have been awarded the prestigious Pony Club Association of Victoria Award of Merit.

The pair received the award at the Pony Club Association of Victoria West Gippsland Zone Annual General Meeting on Wednesday.

The riding ability of the member plays no part, as this is to be regarded as the highest award for service within the Pony Club movement.

To be considered worthy of this award the Associate Member must have always been helpful and thoughtful for others and genuinely interested in seeing that the aims of the Pony Club Movement are upheld in the club of which he or she is a member.

This award is to be considered the highest honour for service and only outstanding Associate Members are considered worthy.

The inaugural award was first given in 1967 and was then known

EVANS PETROLEUM

THIS year’s Bass Coast District Bike Ed Challenge attracted a record number of 14 teams from nine schools.

Round 1 - October 6 Away Team

Ground

Umpire

Imperials Won Workmens Won Miners Inverloch

L Turf Cowes OMK Kor Rec

G. Laird T. Rogers K. Lester C. Salmon

Grade A1 Nerrena Phillip Island OMK Korumburra

v v v v

Grade A2 Glen Alvie Kilcunda-Bass

v Fish Ck-Tarwin v Town

Koonwarra-RSL v Foster Poowong-Loch v MDU

BW Oval A. Jordan WFG A. Roberts (Sunday) Koon L. White Loch B. Bek

Grade B1 Glen Alvie Won Workmens Won Miners Inverloch

v v v v

Nerrena Phillip Island OMK MDU

Glen A McMahon WFG I Turf

P. Absolom I. Thomas A. Roberts G. Wyatt

Grade B2 Fish Ck-Tarwin Imperials Koonwarra-RSL Town

v v v v

OMK Won Workmans Korumburra Kilcunda-Bass

Tarwin East LSC M McK WC 1

S. Lanyon A. Stride TBA TBA

Grade C1 Nerrena Inverloch Kilcunda-Bass Phillip Island

v v v v

Town Poowong-Loch Won Miners Imperials

Nerrena Inv Rec Newh C Newh

P. Cummins M. Wishart B. Allan TBA

Grade C2 Foster Won Workmens MDU Red MDU Blue Korumburra

v v v v v

Inverloch Phillip Island Koonwarra-RSL Glen Alvie OMK

FGC Won N Dumbalk Meen Kor SC

TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA

KOONWARRA LEONGATHA RSL C.C.

ATTENTION JUNIOR CRICKETERS Training & coaching for 12 & Under and Under 14 players will be conducted this coming Thursday, Oct. 4.

Venue: Mary MacKillop College Oval Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm New players – Girls and Boys welcome.

For further details phone: Nick: 0419 864 053 or Rob: 0408 820 582 KOO2390010

10 years.

During this time Sarah has been a regular attendee at rallies and all Wonthaggi Pony Club events and functions.

Sarah is an extremely well-liked member of the Wonthaggi Pony Club who is easy to get along with.

She has a lovely disposition which makes her particularly popular with our younger members.

Whilst Sarah does not go out very often on the competition circuit, her love of horses and pony club is still incredibly strong.

She is willing to help anyone who asks and does so with a smile.

She is an all round helper, who is reliable, efficient and good humoured in whatever she is asked to do.

She is an excellent role model to the younger members, being polite, well presented and enthusiastic about helping others which is what the ideals of Pony Club are all about.

Wonthaggi Pony Club wishes to congratulate both Stephanie and Sarah on receiving their awards.

The club is extremely proud of the girls and hope they continue to be involved with Wonthaggi for many years to come.

Record Entries at Bike Ed Challenge

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments

Home team

as the “Shell Award” from 1985 it became known as the “Award of Merit”.

Stephanie has been a member of PCAV for nearly 19 years.

She first attended Korumburra Pony Club as a four year old on a little lead pony called Teddy, before moving onto her first proper pony club mount, Beau.

Steph was a member of Korumburra Pony Club for many years before transferring to Wonthaggi Pony Club of which she is currently a member, and is a regular attendee.

Horses and Pony Club are Stephanie’s life. She has been and is a very valuable member of PCAV, Korumburra and Wonthaggi Pony Clubs.

She is a popular, honest, helpful and thoughtful club person who is willing to assist anyone who seeks her help and advice.

She is genuinely interested in upholding the aims and objectives of Pony Club, which she displays through her good sportsmanship, hard work, involvement and attendance at our club and within the Pony Club movement.

Sarah has been a member of the Wonthaggi Pony club and PCAV for

It is back: get out the whites, cricket starts this weekend.

Leongatha squash MONDAY squash was played with Athens trying to keep the top spot, with Tokyo v Sydney.

Tony Goldie v Mark Cecil losing three games to two, Brian Collier losing to Vince Brennan two games to three and Vic Petropoulos, now playing A Grade from Phillip Island, had a win over Rob Gale who filled in for us from B Grade.

The two players had an entertaining battle and saw Vic winning three games 39, Rob two games 34.

Also filling in from B Grade and taking it to the regulars, Darren Chadwick battled Shane Collier in a tough five game tussle.

Darren loves to volley the ball when the shot is there and hits the ball with power and precision. He had Shane scrambling to stay in the match.

As the match went longer, the fitness started to lag, and after five games it was Shane three games 36, Darren two games 39.

Ladder Athens .....................................43 Montreal .................................42 Sydney ....................................36 London ...................................34 Mexico ....................................33 Beijing .....................................27 Tokyo ......................................24 Moscow ...................................21

To book the courts during the school holidays (especially good on wet days) go to www.leongathasquash.com

The competition was won by Cowes Primary School for the ninth consecutive year, with Wonthaggi Primary School second.

The Bike Ed Challenge consists of a series of events that test roadworthiness of bikes and helmets, students’ skill at cycling with balance and control required for riding safely on the road and knowledge of the road rules pertaining to intersections, roundabouts and traffic lights.

These elements are taught in schools’ Bike Ed programs, which start with a whole-school commitment to traffic safety education. District Challenges have been held across all six Gippsland Shires, with the top two schools from each Challenge progressing to the Regional Final at Morwell.

Ron Hateley, Bike Ed instructor at Cowes said: “The competition this year was very keen, with many riders from the top six or eight teams doing extremely well. It shows that school communities are taking bike safety seriously, which is

how it should be.”

Cowes PE teacher, Sarah Tyrrell, was full of praise for Ron. “He volunteers so much time to Bike Ed year after year, and really knows how to motivate the kids. It made it very hard to pick the teams, with so many strong, keen riders,” she said.

The Challenge is supported by VicRoads, Victoria Police and Bass Coast Shire Council. Volunteers from Newhaven College (Year 9) and Phillip Island Bicycle Users’ Group assisted with judging and scoring the riders as they attempted the activities.

Newhaven Primary, the host school, set up the course.

Special thanks to David MacDonald, whose preparation was invaluable to the smooth running on the day.

Wheel Heat Cycles and Heaters of Wonthaggi now sponsor the six challenges across Gippsland, by donating prizes, including bikes, helmets and computers.

Other sponsors include Bendigo Bank San Remo (drink bottles), Coles Supermarket Cowes (sausages), Foodworks San Remo (bread) and Hillies Meats San Remo (back-up sausages).

Cricket coaching

CRICKET Victoria is hosting a Community Coach Accreditation Course this Sunday in Korumburra.

The day will be run

by John Harmer and Rob Wood, Gippsland regional cricket manager.

The course will cover batting skills and technique, pace and spin bowling, wicket keeping and fielding techniques as well as game sense activities.

There are limited places so get in quick by phoning 9653 1100.

On ya bike: Jarrod Anderson in the Slow Ride box during the Bike Ed Challenge.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - PAGE 61

Parrots’ presentations

Under 15s: (from left) coach Nicola Marriott, Best and Fairest Lisa Clarke, Runner-up Best and Fairest Georgia Riseley and coach Jaclyn Smith.

Reserves: (from left) team Manager Troy Williams, Best and Fairest Joel Renden, Coach’s Award Michael Comben, Best in Finals Jake Mackie, Most Improved Cam Roughead, coach Mark Lafferty, Most Determined Sam Vagg, Runner-up Best and Fairest Sam Marriott and Most Consistent Tim Pellicano.

Life member: president Mal Mackie congratulates Glenn Wright.

A Grade: (from left) Coach’s Award Kate Lafferty, Runner-up Best and Fairest Kath Reid and Best and Fairest Ebony Best.

Seniors: (from left) Most Consistent Zak Vernon, Coach’s Award Sean Westaway, Most Improved Roy Mullens, Best and Fairest Tas Clingan, Best in Finals Dwayne Holt and Runner-up Best and Fairest Chris Verboon.

C Grade: (from left) Runner-up Best and Fairest Brooke Brown, Best and Fairest Crista Davies and Best Team Player Tegan Kelly.

Under 13s: (from left) Encouragement Award Ashlie Gilliam, Runner-up Best and Fairest Taylah Brown, Best and Fairest Sara Riseley and coach Kath Clarke.

Under 16s: (from left) coach Matt Davies, Most Determined Mitch Dennison, Runner-up Best and Fairest Nic Argento, Most Consistent Daniel Betts, Coach’s Award Jordie Nagel, Best and Fairest Matt Borschman and Coach’s Award Kyle Materia.

Under 17s: (from left) team manager Louise Gerrard, Best B Grade: (from left) Coach’s Award Kate McCarthy, Best and Fairest Sarah McCahon, Encouragement Award Sammy Under 18s: (from left) coach Steve Fixter, Coach’s Award and Fairest Kate Govers, Runner-up Best and Fairest Court- Peterson, Runner-up Best and Fairest Rachel O’Loughlin Jake Burge, Best and Fairest Blake Van Rooy and Most Conney Lever and coach Mel Hughes. sistent Jordan Bolge. and coach Leonnie McCluskey.

Photos for Beau Mark Drury’s 2012 season Parrots’ football and netball photos are available for purchase, with ALL proceeds going to the Beau Vernon Fund.

Viewing galleries and purchasing instructions can be found at www.thedrurys.org/parrots

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Waiting game Inverloch bowlers fed up

UPGRADE works planned for the Inverloch Bowling Club are on ice, and with the clubrooms crumbling around them members are frustrated.

The top section of the facility is condemned, the upper level verandah is off limits due to its poor state and poses a real danger of falling down and the clubrooms are in desperate need of a major renovation.

Inverloch Bowling Club president Nic Van Grunsven said the Inverloch club facilities are the worst of any bowling club in the State.

“It is terrible to think we have to put up with these poor facilities,” Mr Van Grunsven said.

“We are a very strong club, with 160 members who support the club right through the year.

“The club is used virtually every day of the week for social gatherings, sporting events and the Friday night dinners attract some 80 people including non members.

“On big tournament days we can’t even fit everyone in the clubhouse and the ladies are forced to cook upstairs and carry all the food down the outside stairs from the top level to the lower level. This just isn’t good enough.

“This is a community asset and people like coming here but we would like to offer better facilities.”

“We don’t even have access for the disabled or disabled toilets.”

Inverloch‘s lease expires in 2015 and the club is pushing for a 21 year lease so they can get the planned upgrade works started.

The club, now in its 52nd year has had to spend hours on applications and business plans which have all gone through the Bass Coast Shire and all the club needs now is the stamp of approval from the Department of Sustainability and Environment.

Now the club is left playing a frustrating waiting game instead of bowling and there is still no word on the 21 year lease

approval and members are left scratching their heads wondering why this is all taking so long.

Inverloch Bowling Club board and building committee member Neil Everitt is fed up with all the paper work and red tape and like many of his fellow members just wants to get back to bowling and to see the upgrade works commence.

For more than 50 years the Inverloch club has successfully operated with no funding assistance and they have worked hard to raise funds for the upgrade but can’t start as there is no guarantee they can remain on the current site.

There are plans drawn up that will see the club move to Inverloch’s Thompson Reserve site, but this all depends on the availability of government funding and the move is estimated to cost $3 million and doesn’t look like eventuating for at least another 12 years.

Becuase the Inverloch club has operated for more than half a century

Cuppa time: from left, Inverloch bowlers Pam Lawson and Rita Everitt pour a cup of tea for club president Nic Van Grunsven during the recent Turkey Triples event.

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without any funding or handouts from the local shire or State Government the members do not hold much hope of a new bowling club development occurring and most of the members would be more than happy to stay on the current site.

When the current site was donated to the club by the Inverloch Foreshore Committee, the site was just swamp land and Mr Everitt said the club, with the help of the previous Wooryal Shire excavated the land and carted in soil and spent many, many hours developing the site to what has served the community very well for more than 50 years.

Not only has the club never received any funding assistance from the Bass Coast Shire, it has to pay $5000 in annual rates, according to Mr Everitt, “well above what other coastal clubs pay”.

“Other shires assist with insurance costs, the Mornington Peninsula club is getting a new clubhouse roof with funding from its shire, Point Lonsdale is getting a new $450,000 clubhouse with the help of $120,000 State Government funding and $50,000 from the local council and the rest from the club,” Mr Everitt said.

“We’ve just spent $13,000 on a new roof for the clubhouse, as the other one was leaking. We would have liked some funding from the shire but we just couldn’t wait. We just had to do it,” he said.

If the Inverloch club is successful in its attempt to get a 21 year lease, the staged upgrade works would see the new kitchen, toilets and committee room and stage two would include a new bar and entrance and stage three would see the condemned upper level and balcony renovated.

The club would like to start the works program at the end of the year.

Disgrace: the Inverloch bowling club house is literally falling down around the members’ ears and club board and building committee member Neil Everitt would like to see the planned upgrade works on the clubhouse start by the end of the year.

Dangerous deck: Inverloch Bowling Club president Nic Van Grunsven points out the condemned upper level deck.

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Mirboo North: Ray Czempinski and Brian Harris, Mirboo North bowlers played in the recent Turkey Triples event at the Inverloch Bowling Club.

Leongatha: from left, Eric Thompson, Phil Rahilly and Allan Rayson, Leongatha bowlers enjoyed the Turkey Triples event at Inverloch.

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Age change drives players out of league

By Jacob de Kunder PLAYERS are threatening to leave the Alberton Football League after a descision to change the Thirds age group from under 18 to under 17 and a half in 2013.

The change was decided on at a Board of Management meeting last a fortnight ago and has angered players in the thirds competition.

Tyler Shanahan and Zac Price are some of the players whose junior career at Fish Creek has been cut short by the change.

“It’s not going to make players who are over 17.5 play senior football,” Price said.

“It will make them leave to another club therefore reducing the numbers in Alberton.”

Shanahan agrees.

“I just think that it’s going to cause more junior clubs to struggle with numbers and some may not even be able to field a team,” he said.

“A lot of people play football so they can play with their mates but some will get dragged up into the Reserves or Seniors while their mates stay down and play thirds still.”

When asked what they

will do next year the pair said a league change is on the cards.

“Well, we aren’t the best players so we would end up in Reserves,” Shanahan said.

“Increasing the numbers of the reserves means people might not get picked to play at all.

“We will most likely have to change clubs and go to a different league where there are under 18s.”

Adrian Coulter, Meeniyan Dumbalk United Football Netball Club president said that this move may see juniors leave his club.

“Obviously if players want to go to Leongatha and play under 18s for their last year, then you potentially lose them forever,” he said.

“The risk of them doing that means that they may never come back to the club.”

Despite this Coulter did say that there were advantages.

“I suppose that the pros are that you’d like to keep those kids that are in Year 12 to help the Reserves,” he said.

“This will keep numbers and stocks there in training.”

Giving the younger kids a run in the Reserves would be one of the priorities under the new system.

“I think as a club you need to promote your

younger players,” Coulter said.

“You should pick them ahead of your older blokes who are on the end of their career and don’t mind missing out because the young blokes are the future of the club.”

Ideally Coulter would like to see the Victorian Country Football League step in and enforce one set of age groups across the state to stop juniors changing teams to attempt to stay as top age players.

“It will eliminate having players at a different club every year just to try and keep top age,” he said.

“They assume that they are ahead of the game all the time but they are not learning from the older kids and going up against a harder opponent.”

Jock Allan from the VCFL said that they like to leave leagues to their own devices.

“If a local board makes a decision then we would like to let them look after their own patch,” he said.

“In a nutshell it’s not unheard of that we would review grade changes on a need to need basis.

“We always take letters of enquiries from leagues and clubs in regards to any matters.”

Alberton Football Netball League president John Schelling said that this

Times are a changing: the Alberton Football Netball League has made the decision to change the Thirds age group from under 18 to under 17.5.

change has been on the cards for a long time.

“Over the last few years there has been many motions to change the age grouping in one form or another whether it be the under 18 comp or the under 15 comp,” he said.

“In the last 12 months we have had a detailed look at where it’s all at and we believe that we need to

make a change.”

After taking into account the position of each club the AFNL Board of Management think the decision will satisfy every club in some shape or form.

“The main points out of it are it will make them a purely junior part of the club,” Schelling said.

“It will help with the

transition from junior football to senior football and it will help with the flow into reserves football and kids will be going there just a little bit earlier.

“The aim is to have as many kids playing footy as we can.

“We believe as a base for the whole competition this is the way to go and we can’t be looking at

what other competitions are doing, we’ve got to look at what’s best for our competition and that will continue to happen for forever and a day.”

Schelling said that a couple of the clubs have objected and a special general meeting to discuss the issue will be called if four or more clubs object to the change.

Heppell’s stellar season

LEONGATHA’S own Dyson Heppell has continued his great AFL career taking out Young Player of the Year at the AFL Coaches’ Association Awards on Tuesday.

The Essendon defender has had a great season, his second in the AFL. In his debut Heppell took out the NAB Rising Star Award and scored himself an invite to the Brownlow Medal Presentation which he also attended this year with girlfriend Kate Turner.

They are pictured (right) at the AFL Coaches’ Association Awards. Photo courtesy Herald Sun.

Disappointment for local Hawk JARRYD Roughead hung his head after Hawthorn’s 10 point grand final loss to Sydney on Saturday.

The ex-Leongatha footballer had had a fantastic season with the Hawks who took out the minor premiership but when September hit he was not in form.

The big forward didn’t have the same presence in the ruck or in front of goal as he had throughout the season and the entire Hawks side were missing a beat throughout the match.

This was Roughead’s second grand final with the Hawks following their premiership victory in 2008.

Roughead is now a stalwart at the Hawthorn club after an eight year career with the side so far.

A disappointing ends to an incredible season for the Hawks but they are already looking to 2013 to go one more and take home the cup.

Leongatha had more than just Roughead representing the town on the field on Saturday though with field umpire Matt Stevic heading the umpiring team.

Stevic walked the ball on to the ground and performed well throughout the game.

Tough game: Jarryd Roughead was put under pressure the whole game during the grand final, here by Nick Malceski. Photo courtesy Herald Sun.

Walking all over the Southcoast WALKTOBER is upon us and local group South Coast Active Communities (SCAC) are encouraging all in Bass Coast and South Gippsland to get active and step out into our great outdoors with seven scheduled walks across the region during the week starting October 15.

Walktober is in its sixth year and GippSport program coordinator Gene Parini believes “it really is an ideal time of year to get active again and walking is an easy, low cost way to exercise.”

The Walktober initiative supports local government, community groups and organisations to organise a range of walking activities for their community.

Last year over 500 events and 90,000 people participated in Walktober around the state.

SCAC is a consortium of organisations from health, recreation and

local government.

This Walktober they have organised the walks at different places across the South Coast including Churchill Island, Inverloch, Foster, Cowes and Wonthaggi.

The walks will be a great way to mark the month of activity and hopefully be the spark for regular walking groups to be formed.

Varied times and types of walks have been arranged and there should be something there for all as health promotion officer Tess Angarane explained.

“Whether you are after a leisurely stroll or a brisk walk we encourage everyone to get involved,” she said.

“Walking can be tailored to your specific ability and even a small walk helps your health.”

No matter what your age is, what work you do or where you live walking is an easy way to get active.

South Coast Active Communities (SCAC) are encouraging everyone to start thinking about how you can do this in your everyday lives.

SCAC member Shianne Murray shared an interesting tale about her uncle and walking.

“My uncle Melville just turned 80 years young and on his birthday, just for fun, he shore eight sheep,” she said.

“Now I have actually had a go at shearing sheep, in my twenties, and could only manage to shear five due to the physical exertion.”

Not only does Melville walk whilst shearing but he also walks as much as possible every day.

To the shops, to visit his family and even to the paddock to visit his horses.

It’s simple, he just builds it into his daily activities.

Anyone wanting to join or start a walking group is encouraged to call the Heart Foundation on 1300 262 787 or visit www.heartfoundation.org.au The details for the South Coast walks for the week commencing October 15 are as follows and please visit www.walktober.com.au for other events in the local area.

Teams Wanted Men’s and Mixed Indoor Soccer at SPLASH! A new season of men’s & mixed indoor soccer is about to kick off, so if you or anyone you know is interested in participating, round up a team now and register your details with us.

What are the benefits of playing indoor soccer?

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Season commences October Men’s - Wednesdays Mixed - Sundays For further information please contact Troy at SG SPLASH: troy.bristow@ymca.org.au or call 5662 5911 South Gippsland SPLASH Roughead St, Leongatha www.sgsplash.ymca.org.au

The games are held indoors and sheltered from extreme weather and temperatures.

Team sports are social, fun and keep you feeling fit, healthy and motivated as you catch up with friends.

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Dirty day for KTM riders

THE KTM Dirt Days event was taken literally in Wonthaggi on Sunday, with plenty of riders covered head-to-toe in mud at the end of the day.

Excessive rain during the week had left the Wonthaggi Motocross Track wetter than normal, however rain held off on the day, enabling the event to go ahead with great success.

In its third year, KTM brought its event to the Bass Coast, with around 300 riders from across Victoria surviving the mud and getting the chance to test out the 2013 KTM range.

Entrants chose from Enduro Loop or Moto X tracks to test out a selection of eight Enduro and seven MX bikes.

Over 50 locals took part on the day, with Marriott’s staff, race team riders and customers providing support on the day.

Adam Dean from Marriott’s said Continued on page 59.

Locals on track: Marriott’s staff and support crew were a big help to KTM on the day, doing sweep rides and standing in as officials, while some also took the chance to hit the track. Pictured from left are Burgen Svenson, Adam Dean, Ben Gardiner, Wade Jarvis, Rob Logan, Brenton Williams, Nick Gardiner and Luke Buchanan.

HOWZAT! Cricket centre set for Korumburra

By Jacob de Kunder KORUMBURRA’S Drill Hall is in the pipeline to become a state-of-the-art cricket and sports training facility.

Through a partnership between the Leongatha and District Cricket Association and Cricket Victoria, a feasibility study for the centre is set to start soon.

“We’ve got support from Cricket Victoria and we want to get an Excellence Centre for cricket for the whole of Gippsland,” Gary Adams, LDCA secretary said.

“It’s just in the planning stage at the moment, getting ideas and submissions and all of that, but the idea is there and we’ve had some designs and quotations already done.”

The Drill Hall, which is part of the Korumburra Recreation Centre Complex, will be transformed, with high tension nets placed along the walls and hanging from the roof and a new surface on the floor of the building.

Rob Wood, Gippsland manager of Cricket Victoria said South Gippsland needs this kind of centre.

“South Gippsland especially

needs something like this,” he said.

“We’ve only got one indoor centre in the whole of Gippsland and that’s in Traralgon.

“The main focus is to have something where our sporting teams can train pre-season and have some specialist coaching.”

The project has been in the pipeline for around three years now and, after changes in proposed sites, is now set to go ahead.

“We have tried a couple of spots and then the Drill Hall came along and it was perfect,” Mr Wood said.

“There was this facility that was available for a refurbishing, which is ideal.”

This centre will have a special draw card as well a according to Mr Adams.

“There’s going to be a video analysis system,” he said.

“With that the centre is not just used as a matter of training.

“It will allow players to analyse their actions and get a better idea on how to improve.”

Mr Wood said this technology will be used for all sports.

“It will be one of the main features of the set-up,” he said.

“It doesn’t have to be cricket either; it could be someone kicking a footy or someone doing a layup or it could be the local golf pro improving his swing.

“This technology will allow you to go frame by frame on a computer and you can highlight different body parts and see where the improvements can be made.”

While the video technology will benefit all sports, special flooring and nets will also cater for other sports as well as cricket, according to Mr Adams.

“We’re looking at laying a new surface on the courts as well and this will allow for a multitude of other functions as well; for instance an indoor cricket competition could start and maybe indoor soccer and a lot of other sports as well,” he said.

It is just the beginning of the exciting project and those involved are looking for funding.

“At the moment we’re looking at sourcing the funding and we’re looking at various pathways to do that,” Mr Adams said.

“We’re looking at the council for funding and Cricket Victoria is pretty interested financially as well.”

Centre to come: Gary Adams and Geoff Wyatt from the Leongatha Cricket Association are excited about a possible cricket centre for excellence at the Korumburra Drill Hall.

Cricket hits off this weekend.

See inside for Round 1 draws.