The Great Southern Star - September 10 2013

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Tigers triumph Happy with that!

MIRBOO North took home the Mid Gippsland Premiership Cup on Saturday after a tight win over Newborough.

Coach Troy Hamilton and captain Damian Turner (pictured) hold the cup proudly as their teammates can’t wait to join in the celebration.

The win set off grand final fever throughout the region with the Alberton Football Netball League to host its grand finals at Wonthaggi this Saturday.

The seniors final will be contested between defending premiers Kilcunda-Bass and Korumburra-Bena. The Panthers have the chance to make it three in a row, while the Bulldogs will vie for premierships in all grades of football and four of the six netball matches.

More finals action from all local leagues in today’s sport.

CRASH HORROR

By Tony Giles

LEONGATHA is mourning the death of popular couple Alan and Elsje Moore who were killed tragically in a car accident on the Bass Highway on Thursday.

Alan, 79 and Elsje, 75, were the parents of

well known cricket identities Shane and Brett as well as youngest child Linda.

A truck collided with the couple’s car around 9.50am, 10km south of Leongatha.

It has been a time of rollercoaster emotions for the Moores as they deal with their grief, but also watched as family members competed in football and netball finals over the weekend.

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Many of the family travelled to Tarwin on Saturday to watch as Brett’s son Nick helped the MDU Thirds win its way to the grand final.

Shane’s wife Michelle also helped her Stony Creek C Grade netball team have a win that will see them with a premiership chance.

Shane told The Star that going to watch family members at the football was one way to take

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their minds off what had been a horrible week.

Alan and Elsje Moore have been community minded all their lives and fitted quickly into Leongatha after arriving from Wangaratta in 1970.

Alan worked for the State Rivers before taking a retirement package when the Jeffrey Street offices of the department were relocated to Maffra.

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Fun in the classroom Old fashioned: Ruby chose Frank Hurley for her Winchester project. Frank was an Australian photographer and adventurer. He participated in a number of expeditions to Antarctica and served as an official photographer with Australian forces during both world wars.

STUDENTS at Foster Primary School have been busily working on their Winchester projects over the term, which has been a part of the school curriculum for as long as anyone can remember.

Principal Lorraine Gurnett said the whole school participates in the project and the Grade 3/4 class are eligible for the award which is donated by a member of the Winchester family.

“Each year the students have a focus, this year it is significant Australians. We were even lucky enough to have some descendants of Granny Winchester pop into the school last week,” she said.

The school sent 25 students to Mary MacKillop Catholic Regional College in Leongatha last week to compete in the South Gippsland track and field finals.

They were chosen to represent the Prom Coast cluster after competing well at the house sports in term one. It was a perfect day for the sports and all students competed well with several students achieving great results.

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Couple dies in highway smash Continued from page 1.

The Moores liked the 4 Jeffrey Street location of the State Rivers so much they bought the dwelling and outbuilding that served as the office and had lived there ever since.

They were active in the Leongatha community with involvement in many areas and at the same time following and supporting their children in their chosen interests.

Shane told The Star his parents developed a junior football competition in Leongatha in the early 1970s.

“Mum and Dad developed the ‘midgets’ football competition for the 12 years and under children.

Matches were played on the lower recreation reserve every Saturday morning which had a distinctive slope across the ground,” Shane said.

“Players would wear the jumpers of some of the VFL teams like Collingwood, Richmond and Carlton.”

In the 1980s, attention was turned to cricket with the boys playing for RSL.

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Alan served as president of the RSL cricket club for the 1984-85 and 1985-86 seasons before having a second stint there for three years from 19881991. He won the best club person award in 1991.

His involvement in cricket took on new responsibilities when he became president of the Leongatha and District Cricket Association (LDCA) for two years, in 1990-91 and in 1991-92.

He was president when a match involving the West Indies was played on the Leongatha turf oval.

LDCA cricket life member Kevin “Coog” Smith remembers when Alan stepped up when the association had trouble finding a president.

“He did a lot for the West Indies game here. I remember him spending days on end cleaning the grandstand so it was immaculate for the cricket match,” Coog remembered.

Alan was also involved in the Army Reserve as a staff sergeant in the combat engineers division, a role he was involved in during

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his working life and afterwards. Alan also served a term as president of the Rotary Club of Leongatha.

In more recent years both Alan and Elsje were involved in the Leongatha Probus Club; at one stage Alan was president and Elsje secretary. Alan organised outings and events for a number of years. The couple had only just recently retired from the club.

Elsje enjoyed the company of other women and

every Monday for more than 30 years she met at the home of Elaine Olle for a cup of tea, a game of cards or a general chat. Regulars included Zel Fawcett and Maie Riseley.

Elsje also knitted scarves for the penguins for the Nature Reserve at Phillip Island and has a letter of thanks for her work.

“Else has been a great friend of mine for 42 years and I’ll miss her dearly,” Elaine said.

Above all Alan and Elsje, both Collingwood supporters, enjoyed each other’s company and had regular overseas and Australian holidays and outings with the Probus Club.

Alan and Elsje were married for 54 years and leave three children and eight grandchildren.

Funeral details will be advised in a later edition of the Herald Sun. Police report, page 7

Cricket president: on the front page of The Star on March 29, 1991, then Leongatha and District Cricket Association president, Alan Moore (left), had the role of presenting OMK Cricket Club’s A Grade captain Gary Adams (right) the cup for winning its first ever A Grade premiership.

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Open day for hospital

By Jane Ross NINETY people a day are scurrying around the edifice that is all but ready to emerge as the $32.5 million new Leongatha Hospital.

And you, the public, will have the chance to see over it before it’s fully operational from Monday October 7.

Between 10am and 2pm on Sunday, September 29, the public is invited to tour the facility.

Please don’t all come at once because parking is limited.

There will be signs directing visitors to the parking that is available and also to the temporary entrance which will be used for the first six or so months of the hospital’s life.

Director of community services Judy Abbey, who is helping to coordinate the day, said it will be a selfpaced tour and there will be no guides as such.

Instead, staff will be set up at key points to provide mini tours. There

will be static displays in the main reception area and videos of theatre and pathology, both of which will be out of bounds.

Every aspect of the new building will amaze viewers, including the new birthing suites.

Associate nurse unit manager and midwife Virginia Bolge said she wanted to assure expectant mothers obstetric services will be as normal during the move from the old hospital into the new one.

Ms Abbey said hospital management appreciated many open day visitors will be interested in seeing the new theatres, so you will be able to look through the door, but not go in.

Visitors will be issued with brochures that will show a plan of the hospital and include some facts and figures. They will also spruik the hospital’s new smoke-free policy, operational from October 1.

Ms Abbey said the brochures will be numbered to determine how many people attend.

Staff will begin a staged moving in process from September 23.

Family job: Peter, Dean and their father Terry Watchorn are busy putting together the hospital’s new office furniture.

Tin thefts anger Bill O’Neill: the Uncle Bobs Club volunteer has been appalled at a spate of recent charity tin thefts.

By Matt Dunn FOR president of the Korumburra arm of the Uncle Bobs Club, Bill O’Neill, it’s a case of, “Give that they may grow, not give that our donation tins will go.”

Coming down: director of nursing Neil Langstaff and staff educator Marion Bowron in front of the old hospital which will soon be pulled down. Much of the building dates to the 1950s when it was erected as a World War II memorial and was known as the Woorayl District Memorial Hospital.

Staff can’t wait “They’re looking forward to it,” said director of nursing Neil Langstaff.

But the shift will be tinged with sadness for some because they’ve worked in the old building for decades and been part of a friendly and genuine camaraderie and welcoming atmosphere.

Not that they’ll leave that behind because, as Mr Langstaff said, “We have a very good team here from the medical staff, nurses, hotel services, radiology and maintenance guys.”

No doubt they’ll draw on that team spirit as they undergo a staged move into the building that is the first publicly funded new hospital in Gippsland in 40 years.

He and his wife Judy, who also works at the hospital, have raised their family of five children in Leongatha and are now the delighted grandparents of three.

tin, opened up and emptied of its donations. It was dumped in a bush.

“It’s become more of a problem. While some people are giving, others are keener to take. There seems to be more of an

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STAFF at the Leongatha Hospital are excited about moving in to their brand new facility.

Mr Langstaff said he is expecting the “great atmosphere” to continue in the new wards that will provide lots of advantages for both patients and staff.

One is there will be many more single rooms, giving patients a greater level of privacy.

“It will be a whole new, modern work environment,” he said and he is more than confident staff will continue to provide their usual high level of care.

And, while the new building is wonderful, Mr Langstaff said it is the staff who are the backbone of the hospital.

“It is thanks to them we give good care.”

Mr Langstaff joined what was then Woorayl District Memorial Hospital as a charge nurse in 1985/6. He later left for five years, returning to now have notched up a total of nearly 24 years of service.

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The tireless charity worker, who spends a good deal of his time doing all he can to channel money into the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, has been appalled by a spate of recent charity tin thefts.

Mr O’Neill, along with a band of other volunteers, has been sickened by the loss of tins from B.K’s fast food restaurant in Korumburra, the Murray Goulburn office in Leongatha and a Leongatha taxi depot.

The thefts come on top of others in recent months from a local pub and supermarket.

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Another grand design: the recent Seaspray protest sign sent a clear message.

Something to see: the St Kilda Beach sign caused a stir around the globe. Spread across 350 metres and with thousands of people making up the letters, it has been acknowledged everywhere as something special.

Signs of life

By M B Matt tt D Dunn TONY Bodsworth is one of the environmental movement’s most potent weapons – a man adept at protesting on a big scale.

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In certain circles he is known as the “sign boss” and if you’ve seen any of his grand human designs you’ll know exactly why. The Wild Dog Valley resident is famous for making messages from people.

In most cases that will mean thousands of carefully placed human beings spelling out slogans decrying assaults on the planet.

In recent times Tony’s signs have been seen at the Poowong Recreation Reserve – NO CSG – and at Seaspray – NO GASFIELDS. Photographed from the air, the signs send a clear message and paint a picture of organised protest. They are momentous too, seemingly made for the eyes of God. “It started when I was living in Sandringham and a mate, Tim Forcey, who lived opposite me, was concerned with climate change. He was keen to do a sign and he asked whether I could do it. I worked it all out and it went from there,” Tony said.

That Sandringham sign - Halt climate change now! - set off a chain reaction, with Tony very much in demand from thereon.

Requests for climate change human protests signs at St Kilda Beach, the Princes Bridge and Alexandra Gardens followed.

“I always worked in engineering as a project manager, so I had an idea of dimensions, layouts and proportions. It’s been a bit of a passion and I enjoy doing it,” he said.

Tim said it was Tony’s coolness under pressure that made him a great operator.

“The reason we got Tony involved is we knew we needed someone who could get the job done on the day, and not taking any crap from people,” Tim said with a laugh.

“We need someone who could get the job done and not get flustered. We needed someone who was very cool and calm.

You never know what might happen.

You’re dealing with police, you have the potential for people to get hurt, the

hhelicopter li t may nott come.

“Just staying cool, staying calm through the whole thing, that’s Tony.

That’s what I like about Tony.”

Arguably Tony’s best work was that 2009 St Kilda beach sign: thousands of coordinated people standing shoulder to shoulder to spell out the words: Climate change – our future is in your hands. It was a pointed message for Australia’s political leaders, and actually ended up being used in government publications.

The memo, which stretched across 350 metres of beach, was something to see.

“Because we photographed it with a blimp it came out in a boomerang shape and it went out all over the world. We had basically everyone who was on the beach,” Tony said.

“Anyone who walked past ended up in it. It was a perfect day and I had 40 people to help me set it all out. That took a fair bit of organising, but we had a lot of enthusiastic people, which really makes a difference.”

Tony cannot say what kind of sign he will design next or where it will be seen. The earth is a blank canvas and any number of places could be used. It all depends on the protest and the message.

“There will be another sign, but there’s nothing in the pipe line at the moment. No one’s come to me about doing another one just yet, but it will happen,” he said.

“As each group gets going, they like to do a sign. The idea has gained a lot of momentum now. By the same token, you can’t do too many or people stop taking notice.

“I reckon something every six to nine months would be ideal.”

Tim believes Tony could soon spearhead a reprisal of the ‘Hands Off!’ campaign at Wilsons Promontory, with rumblings among environmental groups after the State Government began talking about opening the park up to development.

“Folks are talking about development on the Prom and they want to let the politicians know they like it pretty much as it is,” he said.

Whatever Tony’s sign says on the matter, you can bet one thing. It will be big.

More splash MORE people are using South Gippsland SPLASH aquatic and leisure centre in Leongatha.

An extra 5200 people – 21,794 in total - used the centre during April-June 2013 quarter compared to the same period in 2012, a rise of six per cent.

Waste to landfill was reduced by 4.1 per cent compared to the same quarter last year.

These were some of the highlights of South Gippsland Shire Council’s Quarterly Performance Report adopted by council at last Wednesday’s council meeting.

Other notable achievements were: • 105 planning applications decided

and 70 per cent within the 60 day statutory timeframe; • eight food complaints investigated and 11 food samples collected; • 36 public health complaints investigated, with 18 related to odour and noise concerns; • 30 permits issued for domestic wastewater treatments systems; • numerous landslip and bridge works undertaken; • 150 requests for building maintenance and 121 requests completed on time; and • 8898 hits received on council’s employment website, up from 8801 the previous quarter.

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FEDERAL ELECTION - Australia votes 2013

Relief for Broadbent

By Matt Dunn MEMBER for McMillan Russell Broadbent said he was “relieved” after learning he had retained his seat at the Federal Election.

“We don’t get excited, we get relieved,” the Coalition MP told The Star.

“I’ve lost four election campaigns and won six.

So you always go into each election campaign with a feeling of trepidation.”

With a redrawing of McMillan’s electoral boundary, there were 6000 new voters in Pakenham.

More than a few voted for Mr Broadbent.

“They were very gracious to me in their support. We won booths in Pakenham, which was great. What was a great surprise was that Moe turned towards me very strongly,” he said.

“They know I’ve supported projects very strongly in their area and they came onboard very strongly. That was a massive change for me.”

Those positive results showed in the overall vote, with Mr Broadbent seeing a 7.7 per cent swing toward him on preferences.

“South Gippsland

knows I’m a friend and the people supported me very strongly,” he said.

Mr Broadbent said winning a seat in government was far different to when your party was in opposition.

“You need to work very hard on behalf of your constituency all the time and we started yesterday (Sunday), when I opened a nursing home in Drouin, something that we’d long pushed for funding for,” he said.

“We run a campaign from the day after we’re elected. This has always been a marginal seat and we’ve always treated it that way. We run a marginal seat campaign. We work very hard on behalf of our constituency, whether out of government or in government.

“In government at least we’ll have the opportunity to stridently put forward our case for funding that’s important to Gippsland.

We have a new strategic regional fund and we’ll be making sure Gippsland and McMillan get their fair share of that.”

Mr Broadbent said it was a “huge responsibility” being in government.

“We become the accountable ones. The Australian people have given us a great

responsibility to look after their health, welfare and financial wellbeing. That means we’ve got some very difficult decisions to make for next year’s budget,” he said.

Mr Broadbent has been in federal politics for three decades and run 10 election campaigns.

“And I’ve never felt so fit or enthusiastic about my role as federal member for McMillan,” he said.

Meanwhile, Roger Thorrowgood, who was making a bid for a Senate seat on behalf of the Stop CSG Party, did not have the same kind of success.

Despite that, the Inverloch resident believes his first foray into federal politics has been a positive one.

“Electorally, we didn’t do well at all. But we’re a brand new party that’s basically trying to forge a constituency out of people who are pretty much welded on to the way they’ve voted for a long while,” he said.

“We were never trying to take a Green vote, because that would be counterproductive.

Our reason for being was to appeal to more conservative voters, like those disaffected Labor people, along with the Nationals too.

“I’ve spoken to ‘No Carbon Tax’ climate

Vote 1: Ken Bartlett of Leongatha discusses policies with Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent in Leongatha on Saturday. The popular Coalition politician retained his seat with a comfortable win. sceptics, who are vehemently opposed to coal seam gas.”

Learning to use Facebook and You Tube had offered valuable “personal returns,” Mr Thorrowgood said.

“It was a very small start for the party, but hopefully we’re serving a purpose in getting the issue of CSG better known,” he said.

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Inverloch highway works resolved

By Jane Ross

THE State Government will spend $4.43 million upgrading Bass Highway intersections at Inverloch.

This follows community agitation over original VicRoads plans that businesses along the highway objected to.

Bass MLA Ken Smith announced resolution of the issue on Friday.

He said he’d be making more announcements in the coming weeks about further road works in his electorate.

Mr Smith said he is expecting

funding for “significant” works on the South Gippsland Highway between Lang Lang and Loch and works on the Bass Highway between Lang Lang and The Gurdies.

“I believe this will address significant safety issues.”

Speaking of which, Mr Smith has been pressing VicRoads for a completion date for the Phillip Island Tourist Road upgrade just out of San Remo. Sections are extremely rough and speed limited to 40km/h.

“I believe construction is still on track and will be completed by Christmas.”

He said pre-construction works on the Inverloch safety issues would

start later this year and continue over summer and construction proper would start in spring 2014. That’s about the time the State Election will be held.

Mr Smith said figures showed there had been 10 accidents at Inverloch intersections with the Bass Highway over a recent five year period, seven of which had resulted in serious injuries.

The changes involve a new roundabout where the Korumburra/Inverloch Road and Powlett Street meet the highway and alterations to the layout of the intersections of Bear and Cashin streets with the highway.

“Restrictions to turning move-

ments and road closures were some of the original options on the table, but this project means none of those options will have to occur, which is a great outcome for the community,” Mr Smiths said.

Instead, there will be new right and left turn lanes into Cashin and Bear streets and a new dedicated right turn lane into the Inverloch Cemetery, over the road from Bear Street.

Mr Smith said new street lighting and some tree removal will improve sight distance for vehicles entering the highway.

Motorists concerned about the safety of two dams either side of the

Phillip Island Tourist Road construction works – one of which boasts a sign saying “deep water”, may – or may not – be comforted by the following response Mr Smith has managed to elicit from VicRoads: “The need for the two existing sedimentation basins (read dams) adjacent to the new Phillip Island Road ‘T’ intersection longer term is still to be resolved as part of the design of the Bass Highway Stage 7 project.

Should one or both of these basins remain in place following completion of the road works, fencing is likely to be required depending on the ultimate slope steepness.”

Produce on the map LOCAL produce is set to gain much deserved recognition with the launch by Deputy Premier Peter Ryan of the Southern Gippsland Foodmap website this Friday, September 13 at djinta djinta Winery.

Good news: Bass Coast’s Cr Bradley Drew and South Gippsland mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy discuss a joint energy efficient street lighting project that will save the shires a combined $150,000 a year.

Local producers are invited to attend and celebrate the valuable contribution they make and to see the free marketing possibilities offered by the new site.

“Grants from the State Government’s Putting Locals First and Advancing Country Towns Programs

have enabled this exciting web based tool,” said Christine Hamilton, South Gippsland Shire Council’s sustainability officer.

“It has been an interesting project in-volving South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shire Councils in partnership with individual produc-ers, the Local Food Network South Gippsland, Gipps-land Climate Change Network and South Coast Primary Care Partnership.”

The Foodmap identifies the producers’ locations on a Google Map based platform with supporting pages for their business profiles that could outline products, retail outlets,

pricing, photos, videos, and Twitter feed.

It also details local networks and activities and is easily accessible through the wide range of multimedia options available.

“Many of these businesses and community groups are small but their growing synergy is making an impact,” Ms Hamilton said.

“The Foodmap will help overcome their isolation, improve community networking, empower them to form marketing alliances and take action on local economic issues. It will also highlight the opportunities for value adding businesses to see what

local produce they can access for new and existing initiatives.”

The launch will be held from 12.30pm until 3pm at djinta djinta Winery, 10 Stevens Road, Kardella South (link to location http://goo.gl/maps/AlazT).

The capacities of the website will be demonstrated and several computers will be onsite to allow guests to experience the site.

Bookings are essential, and for further information contact council on 5662 9200 or emailing christine.hamilton@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Saving emissions Top scientist, top prize - and money too

By Jane Ross

SOUTH Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils will save a combined $150,000 a year by replacing their street lights.

And the new energy efficient globes will cut street light carbon emissions by around 50 per cent.

Together the councils will contribute $1.8 million to the project which has also received a combined $464,559 from the federal Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency.

Globe changing will take place over three years to limit the impact on council budgets.

Under the project nearly 4000 light bulbs will be replaced, starting this week. Existing 80-watt mercury va-

pour lights will give way to T5 fluorescent bulbs which are 60 per cent more energy efficient.

South Gippsland mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy and Bass Coast’s Cr Bradley Drew met in Inverloch last week for a firsthand look at the new bulbs.

Cr Drew said carbon emission reduction from the new lights will be the equivalent of taking up to 200 cars off the shire’s roads, while Cr Kenney said the new lights would cut South Gippsland’s carbon emissions by up to 400 tonnes each year.

He praised the project both for its money-saving benefits and the partnership between South Gippsland and Bass Coast.

FORMER Newhaven College student Liam Hall has featured in a University of New South Wales Eureka Prize; the awards dubbed the Oscars of Australia science.

A physicist who will graduate before the end of the year with a doctorate, Liam is involved in the world of nano technology. He is part of an invention that opens the door to a revolution in medical imaging.

Liam is the son of Terry and Lois Hall of Inverloch who, while admitting their eldest son’s career is way beyond their ken, are extremely proud of him.

“He’s taken every opportunity and done it by himself,” Mr Hall said. “That’s all parents can do for their children, provide opportunities.”

Liam has honours degrees in engineering and physics and, according to his father, has worked very hard. He is continuing as part of a post doctoral team at the University of Melbourne.

The Eureka Prize was in the category of excellence in interdisciplinary scientific research.

Liam is part of a team led by the University of Melbourne’s Professor Lloyd Hollenberg, who created nano-scale diamond sensors that light up the insides of cells, detecting individual atoms inside a living cell.

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Their work opens up possibilities for improving the delivery of medicines by tracking molecules moving inside living cells. The team inserted tiny diamonds with single flaws into living human cells. The diamonds were able to measure the magnetic fields from individual atoms and molecules with far greater resolution than that achieved by current medical imaging.

The Eureka prizes reward excellence in the fields of research and innovation, leadership and commercialisation, science journalism and communication and school science. They were presented in Sydney. Liam wasn’t there but his professor was.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 7

Bigger is better FOR Leongatha’s Darren Chandler bigger is better.

The boss of GEM Industrial, whose company picked up the gong for manufacturing and fabrication in this year’s Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards, is always looking for the next challenge.

The company’s recognition as the region’s leader in manufacturing and fabrication puts it at the top of very prestigious pile.

“It doesn’t really change anything for us, but it just reassures us that we’re heading in the right direction,” Mr Chandler said.

“It’s not really reward, but confirmation that other people think we’ve done the right thing.”

Amongst the ‘right things’ the company has done in recent times was the emergency rescue of the flooded Yallourn open-cut mine, which was inundated by waters from the Morwell River in June 2012.

The crisis – which saw 132 millimetres fall in 24 hours – resulted in the breaching of 40-foot levee and a serious threat to the state’s power supplies.

With nearly 800 megalitres of water entering the mine per day, with a maximum of 2600 megalitres at the peak, the river turned the Yallourn mine into ‘Lake Yallourn’.

“That was probably the biggest gig we’ve had in the past 12 months. When the Morwell River burst its banks we built them a pipeline to divert the water away, along with pipelines to dewater the mine,” Mr Chandler said.

It all sounds pretty simple, until you realise what was going on behind the scenes – the purchase of a $750,000 machine (the McElroy MegaMc 2065) from the US and its overnight flight at a cost of $100,000 – just to build the pipeline.

“It was the biggest pipeline going in the world at that time. At 1600mm they don’t happen every day.

There’s only about nine of the MegaMc2065’s in the

world. We may never use it again, but I’m hoping we will,” Mr Chandler said.

“We knew the mine was in trouble when we had that rain.”

The 3.8km pipeline was made up of 300 lengths of pipe, and worth about $10 million.

“We worked for six weeks, about 23 hours a day, seven days a week,” Mr Chandler said.

While the Yallourn mine rescue may have been the biggest job in the company’s recent history, major projects in Tasmania and Queensland are also in the pipeline.

Locally, the diversion of trade waste from Murray Goulburn and work inside the Longford gas plant – including providing raw water, fire water, storm water and communications conduits – also stand as recent successes.

The 16th annual Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards were announced at a gala award presentation at the Monash University Auditorium in Churchill on Friday, August 30.

The evening drew an audience of more than 350.

“The diversity and quality of nominations was outstanding, and despite challenging economic conditions, our finalists prove that the best Gippsland businesses are at the top of their game,” awards chairperson Graeme Sennett said.

“The pride the entrants have in their businesses is exceptional, as is their passion and commitment to the Gippsland region. Our finalists are inspirational and without doubt, a great credit to Gippsland.”

Well done: Michelle Chandler and husband Darren (GEM Industrial boss) were ecstatic to receive the manufacturing and fabrication gong at this year’s Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards.

Highway tragedy A MARRIED couple died tragically in a car accident on the Bass Highway on Thursday.

A truck collided with the car of Alan and Elsje Moore around 9.50am 10km south of Leongatha.

Mr Moore was 79 and Mrs Moore 75.

Leading Senior Constable Greg Worcester from the Bass Coast Highway Patrol told The Star the couple was completing a U-turn at the time.

“The elderly couple were travelling south from Leongatha on the Bass Highway and it would appear that they have pulled in to a farm property driveway and performed a U-turn,” he said.

“A medium ridged truck also travelling south on the Bass Highway then collided with them in the process of the U-turn.”

The truck collided with the driver’s side of the car.

The driver of the truck, a Warragul man, escaped physical injury.

“We are not sure why they have done the U-turn,” LS/C Worcester said.

“Whether the weather changed their mind or they had forgotten something at home, we are trying to find that out.”

Driver error is thought to be the cause of the accident, but LS/C Worcester said the age of the Mitsubishi driver may have also been a factor.

“When you get to that age your judgements and what-not aren’t what they were,” he said.

“Your observations drop off as you get older so that could be a contributing factor as well.”

WORKERS from the Toora milk factory walked off the job last Thursday after a meeting with factory management.

Gippsland Trades and Labour Council secretary John Parker said the 10 or so workers – some former, some present – were owed about $20,000 in back pay.

He has given the company that owns the factory, ViPlus Dairy, until Thursday (September 12) to guarantee workers and contractors – who are also complaining they hadn’t been paid - get what’s owing to them. Otherwise, he said, he will push to have the business wound up through the courts.

The company’s boss Dajian Li and director Leon Chen have agreed to meet Mr Parker on that day.

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10am - Veg chat with Meredith from Grow Lightly 10.15am - Learn the art of tomato growing with Sandra from Clear Creek Valley Herbs.

Meet our new stallholders, Goldmans fresh chicken, Wattlebank Park Farm meat and stock up on everything you need. Free range eggs, cakes, chutneys, artisan cheese, wines and so much more.

Meeniyan CWA is on the cake stall, Coal Creek Buskers' Festival on the BBQ. Other markets to visit:

Foster Sept 21 | Inverloch Sept 29 | Koonwarra Oct 4

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Saddening: a Leongatha couple lost their lives in a tragic road accident on Thursday. ► Family’s tribute, pages 1 and 2.

Workers walk at Toora

By Matt Dunn

Coal Creek FARMERS’ MARKET

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“I’m representing a number of workers and a number of contractors,” Mr Parker said.

“If the company can’t pay we’ll take it to the courts for non-payment of workers. Then the proceedings start. If the company can’t pay, it will be deemed to be trading while insolvent.

“ViPlus has all the hallmarks of a company that started off with big ideas. But they did things in a way that was designed to save money, without professional people on the job.”

Mr Parker said people who were hired had little or no experience in what they were doing.

“To me that means they were trying to do it on a shoestring and they were always going to run into trouble,” he said.

Mr Parker believes many of the factory’s former workers were sacked because they had spoken out, demanding money. Further, Mr Parker said the workers had been paid cash, with none of

the other benefits promised to employees.

“They were threatened with the sack if they spoke up or went to the unions,” he said.

“Almost all the workers are owed money, and haven’t been employed properly – with the factory’s owner, Daijan Li, trying to claim they were contractors. Under my reading of the act they should have been paid properly, with superannuation and long service leave.”

Mr Parker believes ViPlus Dairy has “breached all the acts”.

“There are major occupational health and safety issues too. There’s asbestos all about the place and no drinking water. Water was dripping into the lunchroom from an asbestos roof,” Mr Parker said.

While Mr Li and Mr Chen have agreed to meet The Star this week, they were unavailable for comment in the lead up to this story.

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Triple treat in Leongatha ON SATURDAY and Sunday, September 21 and 22 garden lovers can visit three contrasting spring gardens in Gippsland as part of Open Gardens Australia’s new spring program.

Myrtaceae: 3 Sawyer Street, Leongatha.

Glenbar: 48a Parr Street, Leongatha.

Opening for the first time, Myrtaceae at 3 Sawyer Street, Leongatha is a terraced garden featuring a wide range of well-grown and interesting Australian plants including Grevillea juncifolia, nothofagus and kunzeas.

Spread over one and a half acres, the garden also features exotics including roses, palms and ginkgos.

Macadamias, avocadoes and banana palms, unusual to see fruiting so far south, form a wonderful productive element. An ornamental pool fringed with cycad palms and strelitzias add to this unusual and relaxing garden.

Teas and light lunches will be available and jams and macadamias will be

for sale.

Another new garden this spring is the O’Malley garden at 165 Nerrena Road, Leongatha.

This colourful young garden is taking shape on an exposed two acre site.

Repeat plantings of roses, lilly-pillys and lamb’s ears add a softening touch to the predominantly formal and controlled design.

Rose-lined path leads to a gazebo and rectangular water feature. Attractive mosaics are incorporated throughout the garden.

Throughout the weekend two acoustic guitarists will play in the garden.

Teas will be available and mosaics will be for sale.

Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic.

Over two acres of sweeping lawns embrace specimen trees, shrubs, roses, colourful annuals and perennials will greet visitors at Glenbar Garden, 48A Parr Street Leongatha.

This manicured and well-executed country gar-

Noticeboard DROP-IN INFORMATION SESSION PROPOSED HEAVY VEHICLE ALTERNATE ROUTE Council and VicRoads have agreed in principle that the alternate route for heavy vehicles in Leongatha will be along Anderson Street and Long Sts.You are welcome to 'drop in' at the Council Chamber today (Tuesday) from 2pm – 7pm to study the plans and chat with officers about any concerns you might have. Details can also be viewed on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au Enquiries: Paul Stampton on 5662 9200.

COUNCIL PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha Public attendance welcome Wed, 18 Sept - COUNCILLOR BRIEFINGS 2.00pm - Public Presentations– Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time 7.00pm - Public Presentations- bookings essential by noon on 17 Sept Wed, 18 Sept – SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL – 11.45am 1. To approve in principle to standard statements and financial statements (S131 (7) LGA 1989), the performance statement (S132 (6) LGA 1989); and 2. Endorse in principle the draft Annual Report 2012 – 2013.

Wed, 18 Sept – SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL – 12.45pm S223 Hearing for Strategic Review of land holdings in Venus Bay: a. 1 Neil St b. 1A Noble St c. 3 McMillan St d. 8 June Crt e. 8 Gary Crt f. 8A Margaret Ave g. 22-24 Fishermans Rd Wed, 25 Sept - ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING – 2pm 10.00am - Public Presentations – Ph: 5662 9222 to book a speaking time

AUSTRALIA DAY NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! Be one of the first to get your nominations in for the 2014 Australia Day awards.This is a great way to recognise the efforts of outstanding people in your community. The three categories are: Citizen of the Year; Community Event of the Year & Youth Community Contribution (1225yrs-non competitive- all nominees will receive a certificate) Nomination forms can be downloaded from: www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or we can post them out to you! NB: Events and people who have previously been nominated can be nominated again.

Enquiries: 5662 9221

S86 COMMITTEE AGM NOTICE KORUMBURRA SWIMMING POOL Tues 17 Sept, 7.30pm Club Rooms. Nominations invited. Ph: Jo Holmes, 0419 684 481 PUBLIC EXHIBITION Draft Korumburra Town Centre Framework Plan Have we got it right? The Plan is now on exhibition for final comment before consideration by Council for adoption. It can be viewed at the Library, Post Office, Coal Creek and Lucy May's Café in Korumburra and Council Reception and website # Drop-by information sessions: Thurs 19 Sept 3.005.00pm & 6.30-8.30pm at Community rooms Submissions close 5pm Mon 30 Sept. Identify the parts you agree and disagree with, and why, and indicate if you would like to help with specific actions requiring community leadership and participation. Submission forms available at exhibition points or simply email to fiona.mottram@southgippsland.vic.gov.au or post to: SGSC Att: Draft KTCFP, Private Bag 4, Leongatha, 3953.

Enquiries: 5662 9837 Tues &Thurs.

RATING STRATEGY STEERING COMMITTEE CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Applications are sought from interested rate-paying stakeholders to fill up to nine positions on the Rating Strategy Steering Committee. It is hoped to attract representation from current rating categories (residential/commercial /industrial and farm /rural) and interested parties such as the VFF, Chambers of Commerce, tourism and environmental groups, and welfare organisations The group will act as an advisory group for the development of a new Rating Strategy for 2014/15.

Written applications need to be received by the CEO by 5pm, Fri 30 Sept. An Information Kit (incl Terms of Reference/ nomination form) is available from Council Reception and website, or by phoning 5662 9200.

Enquiries:Tom Lovass, Manager Finance - 5662 9200.

IMPOUNDING OF LIVESTOCK ACT 1994 1. Impounded on 23 August from Beamhams Rd, Wonga: 2 ewes and 3 lambs.

2. Impounded on 24 August from Lang Lang-Poowong Rd, Poowong: 1 male, entire, long haired, tri-coloured goat.If not claimed and relevant fees paid within 7 days of the date of this notice, the sheep and goat will be sold at Koonwarra Saleyards on 18 Sept (deferred from 11 Sept).

Enquiries: Graeme Peters on 5662 9255.

COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Dumbalk/Turtons Ck/Stony Ck Road maintenance Grand Ridge Rd, Trida Landslip repair O'Çonnell Rd, Foster Road reconstruction Poowong/Bena/Kongwak Road maintenance Tarwin Lower/ Walkerville Prep for reseal

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

den contains liquidambars, maples, weeping cherries, birches and sasanqua hedge. Japanese maples line a small stream; a bridge leads to a rose-covered gazebo. An informal pond with fountain adds an extra dimension.

Paths meander through

this 20 year old garden that displays over 200 variety of roses. A grove of robina and acacia trees provides shade and texture.

Teas will be available and visitors can bring a picnic and relax in this beautiful established garden. There will also be

music for people to enjoy.

Myrtaceae, the O’Malley garden and Glenbar garden will be open between 10am and 4.30pm on Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22. Entry $7 per garden. Children under 18 are free.

Workplace boost FEDERAL Government funding for the Workplace Learning Coordinator (WLC) Program was due to cease at the end of 2013.

But the Victorian Government has seen the benefits this program has provided for Victorian students and decided to provide $5.1m funding to continue the program in 2014.

Community College Gippsland is very pleased with the announcement by Martin Dixon MP, Minister for Education and the Peter Hall, Minister for Higher Education and Skills the Victorian State Government will continue to fund the program which has provided many local students with vital pathways from school to employment and training.

The program identifies, facilitates and coordinates industry specific learning opportunities for young people and connects industry and schools to provide the opportunity for students to experience quality workplace learning.

The WLC program has been in place since 2010 and in that time has assisted over 30,000 Victorian students to gain access to school based apprenticeships, structured work placements and work experience. These opportunities provide young people with skills and information to be better prepared to join the workforce.

Locally, the Workplace Learning Coordinator (previously Andrea Evans-McCall and now Trudie Molloy) has worked closely with schools and employers creating in excess of 139 local placements.

Securing funding into the future will allow initiatives such as Work Inspiration and Ticket to Work to be conducted in the South Gippsland and Bass Coast regions.

Paul Wilson, CEO Community College Gippsland, acknowledged the great support from Peter Ryan and Ken Smith, Members for South Gippsland and Bass Coast as well as local employers, employer groups and the respective local Secondary School Principal’s Network who lobbied the ministers to continue the program and the many benefits it provides to young people.

“This support has been crucial in leading to the positive announcement from Minister Dixon and Minister Hall,” Mr Wilson said.

Ms Molloy said “the WLC Program promotes quality work education in local skill shortage areas, supporting industry to meet their skill development needs and enhances student engagement, their wellbeing, as well as supporting successful transitions and pathways.”

For further information, please contact Ms Molloy on 0400 877 966.

POLICE BRIEFS Brotherly battle TWO brothers were sprayed with capsicum foam after police responded to a brawl in McCartins Street, Leongatha in the early hours of Sunday, September 1.

“Two brothers, 18 and 19, from Outtrim and Korumburra were sprayed by police with capsicum foam, after one of them had an altercation with another man, before becoming hostile toward police,” Leongatha Police Sergeant Dale McCahon said.

After being sprayed, one of the men left the scene of his own accord, and was treated at Leongatha hospital for after care. The other was escorted back to Leongatha Police Station, where care was provided.

“They’ve both received penalty notices for their behaviour,” Sgt McCahon said.

Burglary spate THREE buildings were broken into between Leongatha and Meeniyan, with money stolen.

The Leongatha Children’s Centre

was broken into overnight on Sunday, September 8. Similar break-ins occurred at Victorian Livestock Exchange (VLE) in Leongatha (Koonwarra Saleyards) and the Meeniyan Preschool.

Although police cannot establish exactly when the last two break-ins occurred, they believe the three burglaries probably occurred during the same night.

There was also another attempted burglary in Meeniyan.

“Overnight the Leongatha Children’s Centre was targeted, with thieves gaining an entry through a window. Some cash was stolen from the centre’s office,” Leongatha Police’s Senior Constable Don Haw said.

“At VLE it was a similar story, with entry gained through a window. The office was ransacked and a small quantity of cash was stolen. Then the Meeniyan Preschool was also burgled.

“We believe it’s the same people responsible.”

Anyone with information about the burglaries should contact Leongatha Police 5662 2285.

Yes, August was wet WITH a deluge of 234mm, Fish Creek has had the wettest August on record.

And the town’s weather recorder Neville Buckland said it was the third wettest month on record. May 1968 was very soggy with a total of 254mm.

Meeniyan was pretty wet too. It has recorded its highest August rainfall since 2001.

Last month 153.4mm fell in the town over 18 days.

It’s more than usual according to weather recorder Lindsay Fromhold.

“The most we have in August is four inches (100mm) not six!”

The downpour brings Meeniyan’s year-to-date total to 633.4mm.

Leongatha wasn’t quite as wet, with Kay Puru tipping 134.7mm out of her gauge.

Nevertheless, she said it rained for 16 days of the month, the highest fall being 30mm on August 20.

“We had seven days with the amount over 10mm.”

Ms Puru said last year, we had 95.2mm in August and in the very dry August of 2011, only 36.9mm fell.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 9

Green waste plummets

By Matt Dunn THE amount of green waste being taken to South Gippsland Shire Council tips has dramatically plummeted – about a quarter (26.37 per cent) of what it was at the same time in 2012.

South Gippsland Shire Council’s 2013-14 budget had banked on up to extra $510,000 with the introducing of the green waste fees and increased tonnage fees.

But official figures released by council shows ratepayers are unwilling to take their green waste to the tip after the imposition of a green waste fee.

There is further anecdotal evidence people are also dumping hard waste rather than paying increased tip fees on them.

In July this year just 675m3 was dumped, in comparison to the 2470m3 in July 2012. The figure was even less in August: down from 2262m3 in 2012 to 573m3.

Those who opposed the fee say the extra waste is being dumped in

the bush.

“The amount of green waste that’s been dumped in the past month at the tip in Mirboo North, I could fit in the boot of my wife’s Commodore. Where’s the rest of it?” Mirboo North campaigner Bill Keech said.

Mr Keech said he had seen mounds of dumped green waste out in the bush around his hometown.

“Anywhere out Old Darlimurla Road and out in the forested areas.

It’s absolutely everywhere and people are just not taking it to the tip.

This is my big argument,” he said.

South Gippsland Shire Council’s Cr Bob Newton, who opposed the fee, believes more than just green waste has been dumped – with higher tip fees across the board leading some people to leave their hard rubbish on the side of the road too.

“There’s a lot of hard rubbish being dumped by the side of the road, which I’ve reported a couple of times – out at Shellcotts Road and Clancys Road,” he said.

“This is why I opposed the increased tip fees and the green waste fee. I just didn’t think we should be

charging. I think it’s unfair on people. There could have been a way of getting around this.

“They have a lot of people from other shires bringing it in to our tips and that was costing. But they could have had a ticketing system to prevent that.”

Cr Newton said the money council had predicted would be made from green waste collection would fall a long way short.

“I think it’s going to backfire on them. We’ll just have to see how it goes,” he said.

Mirboo North resident Ian Bristow, who also opposed the increased tip fees, said he did not know how council was going to make the projected profits at its tips.

“They were talking about a 30 per cent drop in the amount of green waste they would collect, but it’s closer to 75 per cent,” he said.

“They were banking on about $250,000 from the green waste, but they’re certainly not going to get close. Really, I don’t think they care anyway, because they just don’t want to manage it.”

Push for faster NBN rollout THE Committee for Gippsland will be putting the case for faster rollout of the National Broadband Network (NBN) to remote regional towns when they appears before a parliamentary inquiry tomorrow, Wednesday.

A better understanding of the benefits to employers and employees of working remotely and the advantages of commuting from towns such as Warragul, Drouin, Trafalgar

and Traralgon will also be tabled.

Committee for Gippsland CEO Mary Aldred said those issues make up the key message to the Victorian Parliament’s rural and regional committee’s inquiry into opportunities for country people to use telecommuting and e-business.

Ms Aldred said committee members felt strongly about the fibre rollout of the NBN not being scheduled for Gippsland towns such as Leongatha, Korumburra,

Wonthaggi, Bairnsdale, Sale, Moe and Warragul.

They want the rollout to be accelerated and made a priority.

Mobile phone coverage in areas not deemed commercially viable for telecommunications operators is another issue.

Dumbalk, Kongwak, the Tarra Valley and Walhalla are among these and Federal or State government support is needed.

Ms Aldred said Gippsland’s population is projected to expand to 306,600 by 2026 and an

group aims to source funding and produce costings, undertake energy audits, educate and raise awareness, engage the community, and produce an e-newsletter and website.

Mr Southall mooted the prospect of more wind farms in the area, citing a five turbine project approved by Buloke Shire Council in western Victoria – the first wind farm to be backed under a more restrictive policy introduced by the State Government in 2011.

Mr Southall spoke of simple means people can take to reduce their energy use, such as replacing globes. He knows of a house with 45 downlights contributing to an annual electricity bill of $4000 a year.

He also mentioned a product that could reduce potato farmers’ electricity costs by up to 25 per cent.

Council CEO Tim Tamlin said the energy hub could seek funding through the Gippsland Local Government Network.

increasing number will commute to work in Melbourne via V/Line train.

“Whether during their commute or while working from home, these residents need to be able to rely on high speed broadband and available telecommunications networks,” Ms Aldred added.

Bill Keech: the Mirboo North anti green waste fee campaigner had hundreds of signatures from people opposed to the plan, which came into effect on July 1.

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Locals are behind the Mirboo North Community Energy Hub, a project that aims to encourage people to install renewable energy sources through bulk buying.

In the long term, the project could generate new jobs.

Group members Ian Southall and Gayle Margaret presented a business case to South Gippsland Shire Council recently.

The hub will cover organisations, businesses and residents within a 35km radius of town.

“We are spreading the need for funding at the moment,” Ms Margaret said.

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beyond to help others reach their goals. Nominations close October 13 and there are a number of ways to nominate, visit www.whitepagescommunity.com.au to find out how.

Excellent cause: Bob Birrell was visiting Leongatha businesses last week selling badges for Legacy. Bob was in South Gippsland Legacy with Jane Ross’ (pictured) late father Bill Ross who, when he died in 2010, was the last remaining foundation member of the South Gippsland Legacy Group.

SENSIS is calling for local people to appear on the cover of next year’s Warragul White and Yellow Pages. The Warragul book is distributed from the Drouin to Leongatha.

Each year Sensis features local community members who positively impact their community on the cover of the phone book. This year the theme is Inspiring Others to Achieve. Sensis is looking for individuals inspiring others in their community to achieve their best. They might be mentors, role models, sport coaches and teachers who go above and

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THE committee of the St Peter’s Anglican Opportunity Shop in Leongatha met on August 14 to donate pre-Christmas funds. As this is its 30th year, it has made a special $5000 donation to commemorate Leongatha’ new hospital. It will go towards equipment for the nursing staff to decide upon.

A WAG in Meeniyan thought of a local take on The Pied Piper of Hamelin during recent heavy rain, penning these lines in the Meeniyan Newsletter: The Tarwin River is deep and wide, washes its banks on the southern side.

THE Meeniyan Newsletter draws attention to the area’s magnificent

wattles, blossoms, daffodils and snowdrops, especially the daffodils in front of Meeniyan’s old infant welfare centre. “The shire gardeners have planted out what used to be patchy grass with daffodils – with the pruning of all the roses it looks a treat,” the newsletter states.

DIFFERENT types of gardens are sought for Meeniyan’s Melbourne Cup Weekend Garden Walk. Native, rose, vegetable or ornamental gardens are welcome, as are those growing with a family or which have been planned with the elderly in mind. Ring June 5664 7399 if you can help.

GRADE Three/Four students at Bass Valley Primary recently competed in district basketball at Wonthaggi North Primary, with the girls winning all four matches and the boys winning one game, scoring a draw in another and losing the remaining two

by narrow margins.

manager Inverloch Library: getting excited about talking about books and the verse novel.

BETWEEN July 2012 and June this year, Bass Valley Primary collected 6.3kgs of mobile phones, batteries and accessories for recycling. This has helped prevent large amounts of cadmium and lead ending up in landfill where they have the potential to leach into the environment. Exposure to cadmium can induce severe vomiting, immune system damage and psychological disorders.

Lively discussion: join Anna Gebhardt at the Inverloch Library on September 12.

LOVERS of literature in Bass Coast Shire are in for a treat in coming weeks as West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation gears up to host another series of popular Between the Covers sessions.

Inverloch Library manager Anna Gebhardt is set to host a session on Thursday, September 12 focussing on novels in verse, while Grantville Mobile Library users are invited to a special session at the

Grantville Hall on Thursday September 19.

“Between the Covers is a great opportunity for readers in our community to come together and enjoy a lively discussion,” said Ms Gebhardt.

“They’re also a chance for those keen to get into reading to meet up with like-minded people and find some reading inspiration.”

She said attendees would enjoy a light afternoon tea and good com-

The finishing touch: Lions Club secretary Janet Thompson and president Allister Dowling present signs to the Hassett Street Kindergarten Roadway Project accompanied by children Sam O’Neill and Hugh Munro on their wheelie cars.

Cubby house: Allora Kindergarten children, from right, Mitchell Landry, Spencer Lomax, Bella Cornhels, Charli Diggerman and Jules Bennett, all smiles with Lions Club secretary Janet Thompson and president Allister Dowling with the newly erected signs on the cubby house donated by Lions.

Lions support Leongatha kinders

By Clare Landry

week.

THE final finishing touches to the Allora Street Kindergarten cubby house and Hassett Street Kindergarten roadway project were completed with Lions Club secretary Janet Thompson and president Allister Dowling erecting signage at both sites last

Money generously donated by the Lions Club allowed Allora Kindergarten to purchase a wonderful wooden cubby house.

“The charming little cubby, complete with its veranda, mail box and windows adorned with flower boxes is just like a little house,” Allora kindergarten teacher Kristine Duvoisin-Timms said, “It brings to life lots of imaginative pretend play for the children,” she said.

A roadway is another legacy established through the support and involvement of the Lions Club at Hassett Street Kindergarten.

“The sealed multipurpose roadway meanders its way throughout the yard and is extremely popular amongst the children,” kindergarten teacher Jodie McGannon said.

“It is especially popular for stilt walking and racing along in wheelie cars and on hobby horses,” she said.

“These wonderful additions to the kindergartens are a real credit to the voluntary work and amazing projects Lions do. Having their support is terrific.”

“We can’t thank Leongatha Lions enough for their assistance and help in making great things happen at our kindergartens.”

pany, with new Phillip Island library manager Lucy Nuttall joining in for the conversation. Between the Covers is on Thursday September 12, 2.30pm at the Inverloch Library, 16 A’Beckett St, Inverloch and Thursday, September 19, 2.30pm at the Grantville Hall.

Bookings are free, visit: www.wgrlc.eventbrite.com.au or call Anna on 5674 1169. Pictured Anna Gebhardt - branch

After speedy mechanical repairs the South Coast Mobile Library has returned to service early in South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires after being off the road last week.

Library Board chair and South Gippsland Councillor Bob Newton said he was also pleased to see the Mobile back in service.

“Our Mobile libraries really bring the world to the communities we visit, via the web, books, magazines and DVDs,” he said. The South Coast Mobile service visits: Corinella, Coronet Bay, Fish Creek, Grantville, Kilcunda, Port Welshpool, San Remo, Sandy Point, Tarwin Lower, Toora and Welshpool.

For full details of the timetable visit www. wgrlvc.vic.gov.au or call 5622 2849.

From pages past Historical snippets from The Star 30 years ago September 13, 1983

5 years ago September 9, 2008

MICKY the Galah is fat and neurotic – and he blames those talented kids at Leongatha South Primary School. Micky was the subject of an experiment by the students who were curious to find out which type of seeds a galah prefers. The results won a prize in a state-wide science talent search.

THE sausage sizzle has hit a bureaucratic snag and is under threat from State Government regulations. There’s a real chance that the traditional sausage will be so tied up in red tape it may be doomed as a fundraising event. Proposed changes to the Food Act will have serious repercussions for those using sausage sizzles or other food activities as fund raisers.

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***** 1 year ago September 11, 2012

10 years ago September 9, 2003 A GROUP of teenagers has been given $45,000 of grants to distribute to other young people. The South Gippsland Shire’s Youth Council, in conjunction with the shire and Kilmany Family Care, will allocate the funds to young individuals or youth-centred community groups during the next 12 months.

DAMAGES caused by a wind storm last week were some of the worst in years, with the clean up expected to last another week. Winds reached speeds of up to 100km per hour, with the highest of 142km per hour recorded at Wilsons Promontory. SES volunteers and South Gippsland and Bass Coast council staff were kept busy responding to reports of fallen trees and building damage.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 11

Fire, music and melodrama WITH its hundred year history of song, dance and bravura performance, Loch’s community hall was a natural choice for the Loch Arts Council’s recent Old Time Music Hall event.

Fire twirler and magician Chris James awed and entertained a rapt audience with heroic deeds on a unicycle.

The sartorially-challenged Colonial Choristers, Peter Gilbert, Lionel Wood, Vern Burchett and Rob Vertigan, enthralled with vocally dextrous renditions of early Australian folk songs.

The sweetly dulcet Ann Larkins, universally known as the Italian

Nightingale, delighted with a Napolese-infused bracket that included, Finiculi Finicula.

Having warmed to its task the audience was rendered temporarily hushed by Nigel Hutchinson Brooks’ remarkable recitation.

His delivery of Kipling’s The Ballad of East and West produced a storm of appreciative applause. Mr Hutchinson Brooks later gave an emotionally affecting performance on the flugelhorn, sensitively accompanied by pianist, Meredith Freeman.

The audience gave full vent to its wrought emotions during the melodrama which followed.

It hissed and wept alternately as the cast (villain: Geoff Birnie, heroine: Helen Cronin and director: Ma-

ree Ludenia) worked its way through the twists and turns of the dreadful plot until, aided by the menace and/ or piteous poignancy of the accompaniment of pianist, Meredith Birnie, good finally triumphed over evil.

The Loch Arts Council event was held to raise funds for the purchase of musical instruments. The remarkable Geoff Birnie was the evening’s Master of Ceremonies.

Loch Arts Council member and trombonist, Don Santin, who is volunteering his time to work with aspiring musicians in Loch primary’s after-school program, also contributed with a splendid rendition on a hose pipe and passed the audition with flying colours.

On fire: Chris James, the fire-twirling magician, wowed the crowd at a recent Loch Arts Council event held at the town’s community hall.

Creating tourism in Corner Inlet

By Sarah Vella

Environmentally friendly: Loch Primary School student Toby helped out with the establishment of a school vegetable garden recently.

Nothing rubbish about sustainability LOCH Primary School students are currently involved in a design competition for bin signs for rubbish, recycling and food scraps, all part of a push to further develop the school’s sustainability program.

The activities are part of the school’s approach to become more environmentally responsible, which also includes signing up to begin the ResourceSmart Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative (AuSSI Vic).

ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic involvement will see a whole of school approach to sustainability that will assist students to understand ways of efficiently using resources in everyday life.

“It’s important to learn why we need to use resources responsibly and to adopt best practices as part of the daily school culture,” principal Greg Bull said.

An example of the approach was a continuation of the recycling theme that saw some students make their outfits for a school disco from donated recycled goods, as part of their investigations.

To begin the ResourceSmart Australian Sustainable Schools Initiative core module, staff and students

are already actively identifying areas for improvement in school infrastructure and activities.

More topics will be included in the curriculum to assist students to better understand environmental issues.

The development and implementation of a school environment management plan will enable the school to plan for future changes to reduce its impact upon the environment.

The school commenced the journey with staff undertaking a professional development session about ResourceSmart AuSSI Vic and reflecting on the school’s sustainability achievements to date.

These include water efficiency capturing rain water for toilet connections and dual flush toilets, a focus on reduced lunch wraps through a ‘nude food’ program, and wearing appropriate clothes for the weather and with heaters set in the 18 to 22 degree Celsius range.

The school also has paper recycling, co-mingled recycling, printer and photocopy ink cartridge recycling and the use of recycled items in school projects and art classes, such as boxes and material off cuts.

Referendum bias

By Jane Ross EASTERN Victoria MLC Philip Davis has put a decidedly biased slant on a press release titled “referendum waste watch”.

In the document he said now former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd had “no choice but to pull out of the referendum altogether” because of “overwhelming support for the ‘no’ campaign”.

That’s not quite what happened.

When the Federal election was called for September 7, instead of the

original September 14, that meant the timeline process prevented the referendum going ahead.

Whether Mr Rudd called the election earlier because he was worried the referendum wouldn’t pass, only he knows.

Australians were to have voted on recognising local government in the Constitution.

Victorian councils poured up to $1 million into the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) campaign for a ‘yes’ vote and now some of them want their money back, including South Gippsland Shire Council.

CEO Tim Tamlin said recently

mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy has asked the president of the MAV Cr Bill McArthur to return its contribution of $12,750. Mr Tamlin said Local Government Minister Jeanette Powell has spoken to the MAV about it too, as has Mr Davis.

“There is a lot of pressure and I am expecting it should be returned,” Mr Tamlin said.

Bass Coast Shire council CEO Allan Bawden said councillors decided not to contribute to the MAV campaign, instead setting aside $4000 for its own local campaign.

The money would have paid for advertising.

THE Corner Inlet tourism development project features $14 million worth of tourism infrastructure projects in the Corner Inlet area.

Projects included in the development plan are the restoration of the Port Welshpool Long Jetty, the extension of the Great Southern Rail trail from Foster to Welshpool, the dredging of the Toora channel, the Port Welshpool marina and an Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve master plan.

The Minister for Environment and Climate Change Ryan Smith announced $180,000 funding to improve visitor facilities and help protect the environment at the popular Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve recently.

The works are expected to be completed by the end of the year.

The development of an economic and design assessment to establish the viability of a marina in Port Welshpool is currently being considered by South Gippsland Shire Council.

Project manager Paul Stampton said it is proposed to use part of the existing car park near the former ferry terminal on land managed by council, as well as land and water managed by Gippsland Ports and the Department Environment and Primary Industries.

“The proposed marina provides an opportunity for a major new tourism development project for the shire that would allow a range of other complementary businesses to enter the market,” he said.

“This could include boat servicing, accommodation, food, retail and other tourism enterprises.

“The marina would be a significant attractor of visitors in its own right, but could also be the catalyst for a range of other projects in the area.

“The economic and design assessment of the proposed marina is the first step towards potential development.

“Currently, tenders have been let for experienced marine consultants to undertake to assessment and are currently under consideration.”

The Port Welshpool Long Jetty restoration project, expected to cost around $11 million, has not begun due to a lack of funding.

There is currently $6 million in place for this project, including $1 million from council.

The first stage of the Great Southern Rail Trail extension between Foster and Toora has been finished.

“All of the work has been completed on the first stage which will be officially opened on August 25,” Foster Station Advisory Committee member Heinz Haselroither said.

The continuation of the rail trail between Toora and Welshpool is in the detailed design phase, with the project expected to be finished by 2015.

The dredging of the Toora channel is not currently funded, however designs and costs for the project are being updated.

All studies for wildlife impact have been completed and a submission to the Federal Government on spoil disposal is underway.

Youth council shapes future DEPUTY Premier and Member for Gippsland South Peter Ryan has congratulated the South Gippsland Youth Council on receiving a $1,000 Shape It! grant from the Victorian Government.

Mr Ryan said the group would use the funding to host a music event and seminar promoting mental health awareness among young people in South Gippsland.

“South Gippsland Youth Council is one of 20 rural and regional youth advisory groups to be awarded a $1,000 grant from the Coalition Government to kickstart their project and help create positive change in the local area,” Mr Ryan said.

“We know that when young people have a say in local matters that are of interest or concern to them, they are more

likely to maintain ties with their community.

“The young people involved in this outstanding music project have identified an important issue in their community and the grant will help them develop a local, youth-led solution.”

Mr Ryan said through its Youth Statement, the Coalition Government supported a number of programs that engaged young people in education and employment and involved them in community decision making.

“The Shape It grants are part of the Coalition Government’s $3.2 million, five-year funding package to help young people in regional areas get involved in the life of their communities and stay connected,” Mr Ryan said.

To find out more about Shape It! visit www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/shapeit

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Racism query NOT that I’m voting for them (go Tony!), but Jane Ross needs to grasp the difference between “racism” and someone not liking a (basically militant) “ideology” (“Racism Flinders style”, The Star, September 3).

Islam isn’t a race. It has followers from all nations and of all ethnic backgrounds, yes even Caucasian.

Not liking it is basically akin to not liking communism.

It doesn’t make you a racist, a bigot maybe? But not a racist.

Also RUAP president Daniel Nalliah, who successfully defended a law suit taken out against him by the Islamic Council of Victoria where he was found not to have incited

hatred, happens to be a Tamil born in Sri Lanka.

All of which makes any accusation of racism all the more ludicrous.

Damien Noonan, Leongatha.

Truth bent ON OPENING my South Gippsland Water bill recently I was struck by the headline to the lead article of its newsletter In the Pipeline which read: “Tariffs decrease by 4.8 per cent over five years”.

My first reaction was disbelief but I was reassured by a quote from none other than the managing director Philippe du Plessis:- “South Gippsland Water is pleased to be decreasing our prices when utility and

E D I T O R I A L McMillan reflects national trend DESPITE his prior uncertainty about the outcome of the vote in McMillan, incumbent MP Russell Broadbent was returned with a stunning 50.46 per cent of the primary vote.

That was double the 25.13 per cent of first preference votes obtained by his nearest rival, Labor’s Anthony Naus.

The electorate certainly mirrored the rest of the country in demanding a change of government – or at least on the face of the matter.

As The Star went to print yesterday, the Australian Electoral Commission website reported that of 91 of 92 polling places counted, Mr Broadbent received 39,654 primary votes – slightly fewer than the 41,870 votes he won in 2010.

The results seem to not only indicate continued support for Mr Broadbent’s representation of McMillan constituents but also disenchantment with Labor.

Mr Naus received 19,748 first preference votes while his ALP colleague in 2010, Christine Maxfield, polled 30,212 votes or 35.56 per cent.

The fact Saturday’s election was contested by 13 candidates in McMillan compared with just five in 2010 was always going to divide the vote available to Liberal and Labor, but the poor performance of the Labor Government seemed to only take votes away from Mr Naus.

The Greens vote was lower than in 2010, with 5873 votes on Saturday to 8258 in 2010.

Fourth in line was Port Franklin’s Matthew Sherry of the Palmer United Party with 3770 or 4.8 per cent of votes.

Katter’s Australian Party’s David Amor, of Korumburra, earned 1858 votes, ranking fifth.

Mr Broadbent has held the seat since 2004 and by the 2016 election will have been the longest consecutive sitting member for McMillan since AA Buchanan, a fellow Liberal, MP from 1955–1972.

Mr Broadbent also held the seat from 1996 to 1998.

Pre-election, he promised to pursue federal funding for the Korumburra Integrated Children’s Centre, cut living expenses and improve local roads.

The people of McMillan look forward to seeing those goals become reality.

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No vote, big fine PEOPLE who did not vote in last year’s South Gippsland Shire Council election are yet to pay their $72 fine.

South Gippsland Shire Council will pursue non-voters who failed to pay fines through the Infringements Court.

A council report showed that 1342 failed to vote notices were issued. Of these, 486 were excused at first notice, 80 infringements were withdrawn and 407 penalties were paid. Ten warnings were issued.

Council will now refer 359 people to the court – 91 from the Coastal-Promontory Ward and 268 from the Strzelecki Ward.

Through the Victorian Electoral Commission, council has already had $19,810 in fines paid and is expected to received another $10,000 soon.

other household costs are generally increasing”.

Well, you can’t be clearer than that can you? We are further reassured by a table of figures in the article showing a current average bill of $956 becoming $926 in 2017-18. That looks like a decrease of three per cent (where did the 4.8% come from?) but a decrease nonetheless.

But what’s this at the top of the column for 2017-18?

“2017-18 customer bill excluding inflation”! Well I’ve never heard of a utilities bill that excluded CPI (inflation) increases and, as I can’t see any flying pigs out the window, I don’t expect it this time.

SG Water admits inflation will be added to your bill, so at a modest 2.5 per cent per year that would make the 2017-18 bill $1018 – not exactly the decrease in price promised in the article! But it holds its hands on its heart and assures me that it isn’t trying to mislead us. I’ll let you be the judge.

I could see John Clarke and Brian Daw having a lot of fun with this one.

Daw: “So South Gippsland residents are going to get a cut in their water bills over the next five years?”

Clarke (as Philippe): “Well, if you exclude CPI that’s true”.

Daw: “Oh, so you’re not adding CPI to your bills over the next five years!”

Clarke: “Well, no, it will be added but if it wasn’t they’d be cheaper”.

Daw: “So, they won’t actually be cheaper, so why did you say they would?”

Clarke: “Well, it seemed like a really good story at the time and we were pretty sure that practically no-one would notice!”

Need I say more?

Frank Hirst, Ranceby.

Why, oh why?

Open letter to councillors, CEO and senior administrators of the Shire of South Gippsland in reference to the matter of the double booking of Memorial Hall.

We are members of Leongatha Horticultural Society

who have worked – some of us for 20 years or more - on the Daffodil and Floral Show and Festival.

We are concerned the many supporters of our show, and people in the broader community, may have some misconceptions about this matter. We hope to clarify some of what occurred.

Firstly, though, we want to heartily thank the community groups who always take part, some with organising and setting up; some, like neighbouring garden clubs who exhibit and help with promotion; as many as 30 groups, including some of our schools, who participate in the festival, and our local newspapers and community newsletters.

In all, probably more than 50 community groups take part in some way. Further, the 26 sponsors of the event are almost all local businesses, and others advertise in the show schedule – close to 30 businesses all told.

This year some retailers, mostly cafes, stayed open on Saturday afternoon. Probably more than 100 different entities are involved with the show annually, on an ongoing basis.

This letter offers us the chance to publicly express our appreciation.

Given all this wide community support for the Daffodil Show, and the fact we had booked the hall for our usual full week by phone last year and confirmed by email in January, the question needs to be asked.

Why did the shire not identify and resolve the double booking problem in a positive and constructive way?

Since our inception, Leongatha Horticultural Society has had a positive relationship with the shire at the working level.

Members now long gone helped start parks; we have been active in the hospital and cemetery gardens and many other useful projects. More recently, our members have been supportive of the shire’s sustainable living initiatives, where a lot of emphasis is on what we know well – conservation and cultivation.

For more than a year now, we have worked closely with

the shire’s community strengthening people who, responding to our request, organised a Festival Working Committee, facilitated the things that needed to be done to enhance the activities around the town and even produced great art work!

It is unfortunate that, somewhere in the system, it seemed like a good idea to manoeuvre us into changing our date, causing massive inconvenience and disruption to us, our exhibitors and our associates.

This reflects a colossal lack of administrative judgment.

One concert event, whose only material benefit to the town of Leongatha was maybe a few beers in the pubs, was deemed to outweigh a festival with close to 60 years of broad volunteer community history.

Three days, supported by a 100 local organisations and enterprises, attracting over a 1000 visitors from far and wide, and resulting in increasing followon benefits to our businesses and community.

The Daffodil Festival brings a valued and well-founded reputation to Leongatha. What were they thinking?

The committee, Leongatha Horticultural Society, and Lillian Brittain, committee secretary.

Service clubs take a bow The residents of the Department of Human Services Unit Complex between Stewart and Wilson Avenues Inverloch, who are involved in the community garden would like to publicly express our gratitude and joy to the Inverloch Lions and Rotary Clubs.

Our journey began with getting advice from Heather Carroll, who owns the Blue Pig Gallery Wonthaggi, on how to present our proposal to the clubs. Both Lions and Rotary were unanimous in accepting the plan presented as one of their projects.

Our vegetable garden with adjacent chicken coop has been financially backed and physically manifested through the joint efforts of these wonderful community clubs. The garden is

being formally opened at 2pm, Sunday, September 15.

We hope this venture increases the involvement of our fellow residents as we provide ourselves with fresh vegies, herbs, berries and eggs, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, having fun and enjoying each others company. The Lions Club and Rotary are continually busy supporting community projects.

They invite persons who are wanting to participate in making dreams come true to join their respective clubs.

To join Lions contact Ken on 0418 371 616 and to join Rotary contact Ross on 0407 343 451. We again sincerely thank all of you and wish that all your endeavours be blessed and your generosity be returned a hundredfold.

Elizabeth McIntosh, on behalf of, Residents of DHS Unit Complex, Inverloch.

Hospital praise I AM WRITING this to say thanks to all the wonderful nurses, domestic, ward and specialist staff and doctors for the wonderful and friendly care I received recently while in Leongatha Hospital for nine days very ill with a bad bout of asthma complicated by pneumonia.

I am currently still trying to recover from my illness by resting at home. Nothing was too much trouble and their expertise and compassion was very well appreciated.

At first I was too ill and unable to verbally communicate my appreciation and all my energy went towards trying to breathe. It was a very scary time and I believe there is an increased risk for asthmatics at this time so please look after yourselves.

I lost a younger sister to asthma many years ago which was a real wakeup call to all asthmatics in our family to be more vigilant but attacks can flare up very quickly and catch you by surprise as it did me, so please be careful everyone.

Once again a huge thank you to Leongatha Hospital and staff.

Sue Cashin, Meeniyan

Drumming it up ON MONDAY, September 2 students from Fish Creek and District Primary School were treated to a performance by Valanga Khoza.

Valanga was born in South Africa, where he spent his youth in Alexandra (a black township of Johannesburg) and in rural Transvaal. Music, dance and storytelling were an integral part of his community, where many could neither read nor write.

Following his migration to Australia in 1976, Valanga, a consummate musician since his youth, he devoted himself to performing.

He told the students stories of his childhood which included growing up in a refugee camp and attending a missionary school. He played musical instruments and sang through the one hour session encouraging audience participation and a touch of comedy.

The students thoroughly enjoyed the performance and were eager to ask him many questions about his life in Africa – including where he got his toothbrush from!

They were surprised to hear he got it from the local rubbish dump. Valanga is spending time at local schools as part of the CEP (Country Education Project) program that funds rural schools cultural events.

Hitting the beat: Valanga drums with Grade 6 students from Fish Creek and District Primary School; Alice Howard, Mackie O’Sullivan and Aaron Farrell.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 13

Marriotts backs Leongatha MARRIOTTS in Leongatha is about to get a lot bigger – with twice as much floor space to fit in a massive range of new products.

For owner Tim Marriott it means the chance to sell a wider range of better products for less. Not to mention clearing a huge range of floor stock, including mowers, at bargain basement prices.

Marriotts recently formalised a deal with the internationally renowned MTD – a mower and gardening equipment manufacturer par excellence. MTD not only distributes its own products, but is also the owner of the brilliant Cub Cadet and Rover brands.

Tim said the new and wider product range means

Something special: Marriotts’ John Jones with one renowned Rover brand of ride-on mowers.

Marriotts will be able to offer something for every budget.

Rotary hoes, domestic lawnmowers, chipper shredders, hedge trimmers vacuums are all part of the range.

“MTD had about 30-odd mowers in its range. They’ve been in Australia a long time and they’re well backed as far as service goes and parts back-up,” Tim said.

“They contacted us a while back looking for a long term partner to service the Gippsland area. They were looking to grow their business in the region.”

While the deal will mean a bigger market for MTD, Cub Cadet and Rover, it will also mean a much bigger Marriotts store. The storage room out the back of the building is choco-bloc and Tim is planning a grand sale to make room for more products in the showroom. But the showroom is also set to expand, with major building works set to start next month.

Of course Marriotts is not just a mower and garden equipment retailer, but a one stop shop for Sea-Doo jet skis, Suzuki motorcycles, Polaris ATV’s, motorcycle accessories, power equipment and a myriad of other related things. If you like things that go, Marriotts is the place to visit.

“We’ve got 10 mechanics in the workshop and three in the spare parts division. We’re really well stocked, and we’ve got the ability to repair things to honour any warranties,” Tim said.

A ‘Stihl Shop’ will be set up in the coming weeks, expanding Marriotts’ range of the popular brand’s products. It will also see the Marriott’s building revamped inside and out.

“The Stihl Shop is an interim thing and eventually we’ll expand to double the size of the showroom. We’ve really outgrown this space and we really need more floor space,” Tim said.

“We’re really keen to keep money in town and we’ll be using local tradesmen when we start work on the building. We want to make this a destination store.”

Tim said the expansion would mean more jobs in the town, an aspiration that remains close to his heart.

“We want kids to stay here, rather than going somewhere else. That’s one of the main driving forces. There’s a bit of activity happening, with the announcement of Aldi coming and Colin Watson of the Holden,” he said.

“There’s a bit of light at the end of the tunnel.

We just need a bit more.”

Tim Marriott: the owner of the iconic Leongatha business in the productstacked store room.

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Historic sight: a tall ship off Cowes.

Trivia triumph: Newhaven College captain Rebecca Cope congratulates Lilly Lay from ‘The 8 Ballers’ on their trivia win; back from left Jarrah Raabe, Zachary Anstey, Will Kemper, Tom Davie, Callan Porter; front, from left, Lilly Lay, College captains Rebecca Cope, Jack Bird and Tom Duncan.

Ten thousand reasons to celebrate NEWHAVEN College’s Year 12 Student Cabinet members recently received accolades at a special all-school assembly for their outstanding Trivia and Auction Night that raised over $10,000 for their chosen charity, Urban Seed.

The Executive Director of Urban Seed, Mr Chris Lacey, made a lovely gesture to open the Trivia evening by donating an auction item of a selection of homemade jams and chutneys from their Melbourne store. He expressed his gratitude to the Year 12 students for maintaining their relationship with Urban Seed that began in 2010 during their Year 9 Melbourne CityCITE program.

The trivia competition was both fierce and fun. Emcees Karlee Hayes and Georgia Du Plessis were confident, witty and entertaining, and made the evening all the more enjoyable for the 160 strong crowd who enthusiastically participated in games and fundraising activities.

The best dressed team was a group of 2012 College graduates who all came as characters from The Wizard of Oz. Another team of Newhaven College students, “The 8-Ballers”, were thrilled to claim victory and took home a swag of prizes for their efforts.

‘Wardy’s Grand Auction’ is a traditional highlight of the evening and this

year’s range of items for John Ward to auction was nothing short of impressive.

A GoPro camera donated by Autobarn in Cranbourne, a barbecue donated by Mitre 10 in Wonthaggi and high pressure cleaner donated by Mitre 10 in Cowes all fetched healthy sums.

The most hotly contested item was a handcrafted timber chair that was generously donated by Andrew McRae. There were also many affordable items that allowed students to enthusiastically participate in some competitive bidding.

Vice Principal, Mr Jason Scott, was generous in his praise for everyone who contributed to the success of the evening.

“It was great to see our Student Leaders’ combine their skills and talents with excellent preparation and hard work to produce a quality event,” he said.

“Our students continue to remind me year after year that when young people are given the opportunity to create their own vision and take ownership of a project, they often produce outstanding results.

We are once again deeply grateful to all of the local business, volunteers and the community who supported the event.”

Students have already held additional fundraising activities throughout the year including free dress days and sausage sizzles, and are looking forward to handing over an impressive sum to Urban Seed at the end of the year.

Newhaven College Student Cabinet would like to thank our generous sponsors for supporting our 2013 Trivia & Auction Night.

Over $10,000 was raised for our chosen charity, Urban Seed.

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Tall ship sails into Cowes PHILLIP Island was abuzz on the weekend with a tall ship berthed just off Cowes and many local residents gathered on the shores to catch a glimpse and take some photos.

The tall ship will be taking part in the Melbourne International Tall Ship Festival and join about a half kilometre of tall ships including the Lord Nelson, Tecla,

Oosterschelde, Europa, Windeward Bound, Young Endeavour and Soren Larsem gathering in Williamstown from September 6 to September 14.

This marks Melbourne’s first major international tall ship festival with the State celebrating the spirit of voyages and adventurers, past and present, as it welcomes the arrival of nine tall ships into the historic seaport of Williamstown.

Mayor’s message Cr Claire Le Serve WE’RE fortunate to live in a region with a wide array of fantastic businesses, from cafés and restaurants, through to services and tourist attractions, so it was very exciting to see two Bass Coast businesses winning awards at the Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards recently.

I want to congratulate Maru Koala and Animal Park, that won the Good Access is Good Business and Tourism categories, and was also named Business of the Year 2013. Having recently taken out the two major awards at our own SuperPages Bass Coast Business Awards, it is great to see a family-run business being recognised for its commitment to our community and the thousands of tourists who visit every year. At a personal level, I am proud this business comes from my own Leadbeater Ward.

I would also like to congratulate the Phillip Island RSL for winning the Hospitality Award. The RSL has continued to excel year after year, and this is just another achievement to add to its list of accolades.

Business awards are an important way of acknowledging and celebrating the achievements of our local businesses in Bass Coast and in Gippsland.

Just being a finalist in the awards is a great recognition of the effort, hard work and great products and services our businesses offer. We should not underestimate the value of this recognition for businesses and hope next year, you take the time to nominate your favourite business and vote.

Still on the topic of excellence, I had the pleasure of attending council’s Your Art Collection Exhibition opening recently; yet another display of the wonderful talent we have here in Bass Coast. The exhibition showcased three local artists who had received Your Art Collection awards at art shows throughout the region this year.

Adrian Johnson’s artwork Dune Shadows was selected by judges as the winner of the exhibition, and this piece will now be added to council’s art collection. I congratulate all artists on their outstanding artworks.

Your Art Collection is an important initiative from council to support the arts and artists of our shire. Every year winning artists from local shows are invited to exhibit at the YAC Exhibition, previously known as the Bass Coast Acquisitive Art Exhibition. Each artist receives $1000 prize money, and one piece will be chosen for the Council Art Collection and the artist will receive a further $5000.

Honourable feat: Gillian Mertens and daughter Lucy May Mertens of Lucy May’s Cafe, celebrate their success in the Gippsland Business Awards.

Feel at home at Lucy May’s AT LUCY May’s Café in Korumburra, we know people will never forget how you made them feel.

This is why it’s our mission to create an unforgettable experience that will keep you coming back.

Whether you’re grabbing your regular coffee or sitting down to a designer breakfast, we guarantee you’ll enjoy the hints of city flair mixed with the warmth of country charm.

We offer a variety of scrumptious home cooked food, from seasonal specials to house favorites.

Lucy May’s is the perfect place to catch up with friends, catch up on emails, or simply catch a moment for yourself.

The cafe was a finalist in the hospitality category of the Gippsland Business Awards.

Books, glorious books

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 15

NEWHAVEN College brought the magic of books alive with its smashing junior school production, The World is Yours staged on Thursday at the school’s auditorium.

The creative talents of teacher David Prideaux who wrote and produced the musical were showcased during two stunning performances where students from Grades Prep to Six donned fabulous costumes and took the audience on a wonderful journey through the pages of well known and much loved books.

The story followed the life of Betsy who didn’t like reading and she discovered during an exciting journey through magical lands the places books can take you.

Students shone and all the hard work by teachers, parents and volunteers was evident in this entertaining show, definitely another winner for Newhaven College.

Cute: Amaia Beaumont and her Year 2 class sang, The book is better than the movie.

Violinist: Year 3 student Chelsea Webber performed the Half Minute Waltz with the Junior Guitar and String Ensemble during the Newhaven College production on Thursday night.

Mr Men: from left, Ebany McGuinness, Heidi Anagnostou and Akie Brown, Newhaven College Year 5 students drew lots of laughter with their We are the Mr Men song that rocked the auditorium during Thursday night’s production.

Breaking records: from left, Newhaven College Year 3 students Makayla Morris, Alexander Bowering and Tully Dickie enjoyed sharing The Guiness Book of Records with the audience during Thursday night’s show.

Madame Butterfly: Newhaven College Year 1 student Tahlia Williams looked beautiful in her colourful costume.

Orchids bloom in Wonthaggi WONTHAGGI showcased a stunning show of some 254 orchids during the annual South Gippsland Orchid Society Show on Friday and Saturday.

Local orchid society president Tricia Jones said entries were up on last year and the quality of entries was amazing.

Entries come from all round the local district and the Champion Orchid of the show was awarded to Mary Morgan of Bass.

Many other local growers enjoyed success including first time exhibitor Mercy Smith of Wonthaggi who was thrilled to receive the Best Novice award this year.

Winners: Julie Kilgower of Wonthaggi is congratulated on her success at this year’s South Gippsland Orchid Society show in Wonthaggi on Friday by society president Tricia Jones, Inverloch and they are pictured with the Champion Orchid of the show, grown by Mary Morgan of Bass.

Best Novice: first time exhibitor at the Wonthaggi orchid show Mercy Smith of Wonthaggi is congratulated on her Best Novice this year award by South Gippsland Orchid Society president Tricia Jones.

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Raising awareness PARKINSON’S Victoria held its annual Walk in the Park recently, with local Parkinson’s sufferer Trevor White and his wife Pearl among the walkers.

Trevor was diagnosed with Parkinson’s around 16 years ago and soon after that retired from farming.

“This was our fifth Walk in the Park event. Around 2200 walkers joined in to raise funds and awareness of Parkinson’s,” he said.

Trevor said he decided to get involved with the walk because he was interested in helping to raise awareness of Parkinson’s.

“This year’s Parkinson’s Victoria: A Walk in the Park 2013, was the largest fundraising event ever held for people living with condition in Australia,” CEO of

Parkinson’s Victoria, Emma Collin said.

“Parkinson’s Victoria was thrilled to be supported by so many families, volunteers, celebrities and special guests.

“The Premier Dr Denis Napthine joined us for the first time this year, setting an impressive pace, leading the Parkinson’s community in its fifth annual walk and openly sharing his own personal family journey with us to help raise community awareness and support.”

Ms Collin said the overwhelming response from the Parkinson’s community has ensured they are well on the way to reaching their fundraising target of $150,000 by September 26.

Donations from the walk help fund essential supports for people living with Parkinson’s and research for a cure for the condition.

Lots of learning: teacher Sally Henry, student Hannah Darts, deputy secretary for regional services Nic Pole, secretary of education Richard Bolt, student Angus Cooney and deputy secretary for school education Sonia Sharp in the Korumburra Secondary School library on Tuesday.

Education secretary visits Korumburra KORUMBURRA Secondary College had three very special visitors grace its halls on Tuesday.

Walkers: Trevor and Pearl White were in Melbourne recently to attend A Walk in the Park to raise funds and awareness of Parkinson’s.

Victorian secretary of education Richard Bolt, deputy secretary for regional services Nic Pole and deputy secretary for school education Sonia Sharp all visited the school while making their way through the region.

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into a Year 9 English class in the school library. This was followed by a look into the home economics room and then into the senior study centre.

Mr Bolt said he was impressed in his first visit to Korumburra.

“The school has a very dynamic feel to it,” he said.

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ing with a number of open friendly and energised students and enlightened Year 12s with innovative ideas about their future.”

This visit is part of a department insight into changing the way regional schools are supported.

“Things that are drawn up in Melbourne need to be compatible to all schools in the state so it

is important to know how regional schools work and are changing,” Mr Bolt said.

“It’s a pleasure to go and visit these schools and see how they operate.”

Mr Bolt and the deputy secretaries also visited Bass Valley Primary School and Warragul Secondary College on their trip to the region.

Mayor’s message Cr Kieran Kennedy Council is establishing a Steering Committee to guide a review of our differential rating strategy and to help develop a new strategy in the next financial year.

We hope to attract nominations from rate paying stakeholders will provide a good representation from the current rating categories (residential/commercial /industrial and farm/rural) as well as special interest community groups such as the VFF, Chambers of Commerce, tourism and environmental groups, and welfare organisations. Up to nine positions will be available. This is yet another opportunity for stakeholders to work in partnership with Council to find mutually acceptable solutions for our communities.

An information kit that includes the terms of reference and a nomination form is available from Council Reception, www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or you can phone 5662 9200 and ask for it to be sent to you. Written applications need to be received by the CEO by 5pm, Monday, September 30.

With the Korumburra Integrated Children’s Centre concept plans currently on exhibition, you might also be interested to have a look at the 3D ‘walk through’ on youtube. The technologies available these days are extraordinary and this is a fabulous way to gain a better understanding of the proposed centre. Simply go to http:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdQiiR3ORIc&feature=youtube Despite the large band of wonderful volunteers who support us to deliver services to the community, we are in need of even more volunteers to fill some gaps in our Community Transport and Meals on Wheels services. If you are able to help out either regularly or intermittently, your support would be greatly appreciated.

Delivering Meals on Wheels takes about an hour (11.30 – 12.30) and is a pleasant activity to do with a friend (or we can organise a buddy). You get to catch up as you deliver meals and brighten up the lives of clients.

For those who enjoy driving, a Council vehicle and mobile phone are provided and you can choose whether you would like to take clients to medical appointments in Melbourne, the Valley or just locally.

We appreciate most of you have busy lives and volunteering can easily be designed around your current commitments. A staff member will be happy to chat with you and explain the opportunities and guidelines on 5662 9200. To gain a feeling for what it might be like, you can watch our Volunteering DVD on www. southgippsland.vic.gov.au> Volunteers.

Last week’s burst of warm weather has the grass growing and the snakes emerging from hibernation. Be sure to keep your eye out for them (and know how to respond if you get bitten) as you start pottering in the garden and beyond.

Autism discovery KELLY Flocas of Inverloch and Kate Walmsley from Cape Woolamai gained valuable information from a recent regional conference on autism.

They were sponsored by Bass Coast Shire council under the10 guiding prin-

ciples of its disability action plan, which include fostering opportunities for increased social and civic participation.

Ms Flocas said speakers at the conference were “amazing”, addressing many different aspects of autism including behaviour and how the brain works. She said she really appreciated attending.

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Tourist railway needs you SOUTH Gippsland Tourist Railway is run entirely by dedicated volunteers who maintain a valuable state owned asset for the enjoyment of the whole community.

Started in 1994, the railway is now in its 20th year of operation and has grown to become one of the districts major attractions, and continues to attract thousands of visitors to the district each year.

A visit to the railway’s headquarters in the beautiful heritage listed Korumburra Station never fails to surprise and delight visitors, where a tour reveals the restoration works to the waiting rooms and refreshment room which has become a popular site for weddings, parties and meetings.

The highlight of any visit is a vintage train ride over the picturesque line from Nyora to Leongatha, which evokes nostalgic memories of a less stressful time now gone.

Recognised as the best, longest and most scenic tourist railway in Victoria, the journey permits a view of the gorgeous South Gippsland landscape which cannot be seen by road, and travels through hills and valleys, beside rivers, creeks and waterfalls, over bridges and through lush forest and

farmlands.

Vintage vehicles (and vintage railway lines) require a fair amount of care and maintenance. Regulatory requirements are understandably strict and volunteers work hard to keep the railway safely operating, adhering to accepted engineering standards.

The ongoing program of volunteer work in the mechanical, track, construction and administration departments keeps trains operating on the South Gippsland line. The continuing operation is of course the primary purpose for the railway’s existence.

To help keep this integral part of South Gippsland’s history alive and viable, the railway is seeking more people to volunteer their time and skills to assist keeping this integral part of South Gippsland's history alive and viable.

The committee is seeking to fill the positions of secretary and marketing manager and assistance is required in the mechanical and civil branches.

No previous experience is necessary to join and become involved in the running of the railway, as training can and will be given in a wide variety of activities in company with friendly members who share the pleasure and satisfaction of community work which delivers a wonderful experience for

Historic scene: Locomotive Y135 crosses the Leongatha intersection during shunting duties on a wintry Sunday afternoon. visitors to this magnificent railway.

If you have an interest in trains, or like to repair and maintain machinery, need a little extra exercise or simply enjoy being of service to people, the railway members would like to speak to you.

Whether you have trade qualifications or not, there is sure to be an activity where your skills will be welcomed and valued.

Importantly, if you wish to learn to be one of the train crew, then a training program exists that can enable you

become an operational member.

To join, introduce yourself to any of the members who are usually present around Korumburra Station on a Saturday, or phone 5658 1111 or 0431 400 228 to learn how you can join us.

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Toora bounces back TOORA has come back from the brink of disappearing in the last few years, with more and more people moving into the area, rather than away.

The supermarket is the latest success story. After unfortunately closing down earlier in the year, it is now operating as Foodworks, owned by Anish and Suchi Singla, who also run the Yarram store.

Deputy Premier Peter Ryan, along with South Gippsland Shire Council councillors Jeanette Harding, Andrew McEwen, Mohya Davies and Kieran Kennedy were recently present to mark the occasion.

Mr Ryan said he was thrilled to be

in Toora to celebrate the re-opening of the supermarket.

“Looking back five to 10 years ago, Toora was struggling. It has come a long way since then,” he said.

“If the people of a town decide to determine the future of their town, it will succeed. Our small town communities are finished unless they do what Toora has done.”

Cr Harding is very excited things are happening in and around Toora and said the tide has turned for the community.

“We have new owners at the supermarket, new owners at the pub and the Toora Lodge Motel and a new policeman coming soon,” she said.

“All of a sudden, things seem to have happened.”

“The Stanley Street street scaping

Turning town around: the official opening of the new look Toora Supermarket recently signalled a new era for the town. Officiating were, from left, Deputy Premier Peter Ryan, owners Anish (obscured), Suchi and Kunjal Singla and South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jeanette Harding.

project is finished and work is being done at the recreation reserve to install lights on the netball court,” Cr Harding said.

“Now the rail trail has come, with the next step being signage to let users of the trail know what facilities and attractions Toora has in store for them.

“The progress association has recently received a grant to purchase some artificial hanging baskets, which will hang from shops with a veranda along Stanley Street.”

Cr Harding said once the weather warms up, the light and power poles along the main street will be transformed by local artist, Sue Gilford.

“Some of the poles already have scenes on them, but over time they have faded so Sue will be repainting them for us. Come late spring, we hope to have it all blossoming,” she said.

One of the next initiatives Cr Harding would like to see in Toora is some form of multicultural festival, featuring food and music.

“We just have got so many nationalities here. Italian, German, Danish, Indian, Mexican, Filipino and Chinese to name a few,” she said.

“Toora really is the epitome of multiculturalism and a dream of mine is to hold a festival of food and music that would act as a welcome for the people who have recently moved to the area.

“I think it would be something a bit different and something that could be developed to be beneficial for the town.”

Grand opening: from left, Arjun Jindal, councillor Jeanette Harding, deputy Premier Peter Ryan, Dave, Anish, Suchi and Kunjal Singla were proud to officially open the Toora Supermarket. The Singlas, who also run the Foodworks supermarket in Yarram, are excited about their new venture.

Right, Progress: Councillor Jeanette Harding is happy to see Toora growing and hopes to see the growth continue well into the future.

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Couple share many interests CHERYL Missen and Leo Toner enjoyed a golfing honeymoon to Hawaii after their wedding at St Mary’s Church, East Malvern.

Cheryl Anne Missen is the daughter of Jan Stewart, Leongatha and George Missen, Inverloch.

Leo Charles Toner is the son of Anita Toner of Myrtleford.

Cheryl’s sister, Robyn Salisbury, was matron of honour, and the bride was attended by her niece Madeleine Salisbury.

Cheryl’s brother Russell Missen walked her into the church. The bride wore a Henry Roth strapless fitted gown, set off by a beaded belt.

One of Leo’s lifelong friends, Craig Schwerdt, was best man.

A reception was held at the Royce Hotel, St Kilda Road, Melbourne. Most wedding guests stayed there and shared breakfast with the newlyweds before they left for their honeymoon.

Leo and Cheryl both enjoy their horse racing and it is through their racing friends and as members of the Victorian Racing Club, along with their love of cycling and being actively involved with the St Kilda Cycle Club, that their relationship bloomed.

On returning from Hawaii they will settle in their new home in Brighton.

Leo is an IT specialist for some of Australia’s largest companies and Cheryl, an architect, is state project manager for Redflex, for the installation of Victoria’s speed/red light cameras.

Memorable day: Cheryl Missen and Leo Toner wed at St Mary’s Church, East Malvern.

ADRIAN Johnson has won Bass Coast Shire Council’s annual “your art collection” prize with a work called Dune Shadows.

The painting has become part of council’s burgeoning art collection and the need for somewhere suitable to display it all remains pressing.

Mr Johnson, a member of the Bass Coast Artists Society, was judged the winner by Dr Wendy Garden, Julie Adams and Colin Suggett. Dr Garden is curator of the

Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Ms Adams director of the Latrobe Regional Gallery and Mr Suggett a very well known artist, sculptor and cartoonist from Venus Bay. Dr Garden said the decision was unanimous and the painting was a stand out in “a group of extremely competent artworks”.

She congratulated the other short listed artists Ken Griffiths and Peter Walker, who each won $1000.

Entries were on display for a short time at the Cowes Cultural Centre.

Best work: artist Adrian Johnson won Bass Coast Shire council’s annual “your art collection” prize with this painting called Dune Shadows.

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Responsible Service of Alcohol Wednesday 18th September, 5.30pm - 9.30pm (Bring a light snack) Cost: $85 Food Safety Level 1 Wednesday 18th September, 9am - 1pm, Cost: $105 Food Safety Supervisors Course Wednesday 18th September, 9am - 5pm (BYO Lunch) Cost: $230 Hospitality & Food Processing ($295 Health & Community Services).

During Term 4 we will again be running classes in the following:- Computers

for Beginners, Computers Beyond Basics, Quickbooks, MYOB AccountRight, Office Essentials (Excel and Publisher), Apply First Aid, CPR, Administration of Adrenaline for Anaphylaxis, English as a Second Language. We have set the dates if you are interested in any of these.

Do you have an interest in ‘Companion Planting’? Milpara Community House is interested in holding an information session on this topic and we are looking for local people with the skills and knowledge who would be prepared to share their knowledge and experience with others. If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you. If you would be interested in being a part of this session please call us.

For information about any of the offered classes or courses at Milpara, please call Sandra, Leisa or Jenni on 5655 2524, or call into the House, 21 Shellcott’s Road, Korumburra.

RESIDENTS in Bass Coast Shire who do not properly recycle waste risk having their bins marked with bright orange stickers and even taken away.

Bass Coast Shire Council’s infrastructure director Felicity Sist said the region had one of the highest rates of “contaminated” recycling bins in the state.

“Placing household rubbish in the kerbside recycle bin contaminates the content not only of that particular bin, but of the whole load collected.

This means that the materials collected cannot be recycled and must be disposed of into landfill,” she said.

“In Bass Coast, up to 28 per cent of all recyclables collected are contaminated and have to be rejected – this is because people are placing non-recyclable items in their recycling bins. This is one of the

highest rates in Victoria.

“The cost of landfill is rising and this is a cost all ratepayers have to pick up the bill for. Over the past 12 months, Bass Coast residents have sent 1,340 tonnes of recycling to landfill at a cost of over $200,000.”

Ms Sist said when Council’s recycling contractor, Wonthaggi Recyclers, sees an “issue” with a bin, the driver gets out of the truck and puts a bright orange sticker on the lid of the bin to make the householder aware of the fact they cannot put plastic bags, food waste, hard waste, and other items in recycling bins.

“The drivers record the property details and Wonthaggi Recyclers sends these to council. Council issues an ‘Educational Pack’ to the property. If a second offence is noticed by the driver, Council sends that property a ‘Notice to Comply’, because contaminating kerbside recycling bins is an offence under Local Law,” Ms Sist said.

“If issues continue to be reported,

then the Waste Services team will either inspect the property or put the property on the ‘Do Not Pick Up’ list, which means the household stops receiving the recycling service.

Withdrawing a recycling bin service is not ideal, and is only used in extreme circumstances, when all other attempts have failed “This week the Waste Services team has inspected all of the current second and third offenders and everyone on the ‘Do Not Pick Up’ list. Of the 20 properties inspected across Phillip Island, Grantville and Pioneer Bay, 17 of them were excellent, which is fantastic to see.”

Ms Sist said “positive behaviour change” was the main goal.

“So having 85 per cent of these problem properties show such an improvement, is fantastic. We ask you to please support us in educating residents as to why they need to keep household waste out of their recycling bins,” she said.

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FORMER Mirboo North and District and District Foundation chair and a founding member of the board Norman Walker has stepped down from the foundation’s board.

Current chair Kate Buxton said Mr Walker’s contribution has been huge.

“His leadership and vision is, in no small part, responsible for the strong position our organisation finds itself in today,” she said.

“Going forward, I know we will continue to build on the strong foundation laid by Norman, our other founding board members and executive officer.

“Norman, of course, remains a committed member of our foundation and I look forward to seeing him at our regular member meetings.”

The Mirboo North and District Community Foundation works across an area encompassing the townships of Boolarra, Darlimurla, Dumbalk, Mirboo North, Thorpdale and Yinnar to obtain and share resources - money, time and talent - to support local initiatives.

The Foundation’s 2013 Community Grants program is now open for application until 4pm on Friday, October 4.

The Mirboo North and District Community Foundation is making funding of $75,000 available for projects that benefit the communities of Mirboo North and the surrounding districts including the townships of Boolarra, Darlimurla, Dumbalk, Thorpdale and Yinnar.

“There are 2 levels of grants being offered, up to $5000 and up to $20,000,” Ms Buxton said.

“In addition to applications for smaller projects, we are looking to attract larger innovative projects in the foundation’s priority areas of health, wellbeing and youth.

“We believe that the increased grant amount will enable organisations to develop robust, innovative projects, and create community capacity building and collaboration opportunities to leverage against other funding sources.”

Details are available on the foundations website, www.mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au, or by contacting the executive officer, Derrick Ehmke on 0418 301 092.

KARDELLA’S John Touzel finally had a phone book delivered to his property after seven years of deliberation.

Mr Touzel was featured in The Star’s article ‘Kardella ignored’ (August 20, 2013) which displayed his trials with phone book company Sensis.

Since then Mr Touzel had contacted the Telecommunications Ombudsman and the issue has been resolved.

“From what I can work out all the phone books have been delivered,” he said.

“We got one delivered to our house, and they were delivered out at Kongwak, Bena and Outtrim too.

“From what I can work out it’s all been done.

I have had a couple of phone calls from people who have said it is good they have finally had a phone book delivered.”

Before The Star’s article Mr Touzel had been told by Sensis his address

had not qualified for phone book delivery.

“It’s a pity Sensis didn’t listen to what I was trying to say in the first place,” he said.

“Why did it have to go so far that I had to bring in

the ombudsman? I don’t know.”

Sensis has assured Mr Touzel he will have a phone book delivered next year as well.

“I will believe that when I see it,” he said.

Success: The Star highlighted Mr Touzel’s concerns in this article on Tuesday, August 20.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 21

STAR Real

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STAR Real

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A tick for every box

Open for inspection Sunday, September 15, 12-12.30pm

LEONGATHA 6 Eleanor Court Stockdale & Leggo Leongatha Jason Harris 0417 640 079

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ITUATED in a quiet court, in a quality location, this property is approximately five years old and on a generous 1000m2 block.

With sought after side access into the backyard to a huge colourbond garage and carport with high clearance for boats or caravans, this home is ideal for families and entertainers alike.

There are three living areas in total plus a large, covered outdoor area complete with wood fired pizza oven.

With modern colour schemes and quality furnishings throughout, three reverse cycle air conditioners, built in robes, ensuite and walk in robe to master bedroom, open plan kitchen with 900ml stainless steel stove, dining area and sliding doors opening onto the entertainment area.

The yard is secure and fully landscaped with retaining walls, low maintenance plants and practical concreted areas with outdoor sink and garden shed for the fisherman’s equipment. This really is a turn- key property, ready for you to enjoy.

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ERE is an ideal property for those looking for a large home on a level block in a prestigious estate.

Built by a quality local builder approximately five years ago, the home boasts 25 squares of living and four generous bedrooms, each with excellent storage and ceiling fans and an ensuite in the master bedroom.

Ideal for families and entertainers alike with a huge open plan kitchen, family and dining area, loads of cupboard and drawer

space, island bench, built-in TV cabinet, R/C air conditioner, ducted natural gas heating and a covered deck with awnings for all year entertaining.

A large second living area off the family room has double doors and a whole wall of cupboards for kid’s games and craft materials. The laundry is also ample with bench space and another wall of storage.

The yard is low maintenance with edged garden beds, colourbond fencing and easy-care plants. This is modern living at its best.

LEONGATHA 14 Parkside Close Stockdale & Leggo Leongatha Christie Nelson 0407 812 904

$455,000

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Exciting new land release in the thriving township of Leongatha. Located on a gently undulating parcel of Large home on 5 acres + 1 acre with a 99 yr lease. A land on the Eastern fringe of Leongatha, Mitchell's Rise spacious open plan design provides a dual living area, is uniquely located near the Primary and Secondary updated kitchen & dining area, R/C air con & SFH. The Schools and provides a fantastic opportunity for a whole deck boasts a spa & the property also has a garage, new way of living with a peaceful lifestyle. Stage 2 misc. shedding, excellent water storage & a dam.

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STAR Real

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They have unsurpassed rural views; no neighbours close by and are ready and waiting to go.

All represent excellent value for money when compared to the price of some regular sized town blocks.

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With a northerly aspect the home is filled with natural light and warmth.

It has a delightful garden which is easy to maintain, complete with veggie patch and herb garden.

There is a separate lock up double garage, concrete floor and two 7000 gallon fibre glass tanks.

Being only minutes from the popular village of Meeniyan, the Great Southern Rail Trail this property would suit a retiring couple coming of the land or new family looking for some room to expand.

POSITIONED down a quiet country lane, and with frontage to the East Branch of the Tarwin River, this two acre farmlet beckons as a peaceful rural retreat.

Offering a comfortable three bedroom plus study weatherboard home, the property also has a number of sheds and garages.

A solid fuel heater and reverse cycle air conditioner mean comfortable living, no matter what the weather is doing.

The land (which also includes some river lease) is divided into four paddocks, and being flat is ideally suited to any application.

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• Obituary

Ross Pearson brought new ideas to farming ROSS Pearson’s sudden death on August 4 just shy of his 70th birthday, has robbed South Gippsland of one of its most innovative and talented primary producers.

He was a devoted family man and a generous member of the community, belonging to many varied organisations.

Ross was a well known and respected pastoralist and with his loving wife and business partner Marj, together with their son Tim, developed and managed one of South Gippsland’s largest and most successful prime beef producing enterprises.

With pastoral properties at Meeniyan and Tarwin - the latter having being inherited from Marj’s well remembered district pioneering family the Cashins, Ross and his family grew their business Pearson Beef into one that is now recognised by Australian beef producers as a leader in the application of modern scientific farming practices.

Donald Ross Pearson was born at Mirboo North on the September 7 1943, the second child and only son of Don and Hazel Pearson. Ross was only ten months old when his parents and his sister Wendy, moved to their property at Hazelbrook, Dollar Road, Dumbalk.

The land was largely virgin bush, with the family living in a two roomed cottage Ross’s father had moved onto the property and rebuilt.

It was here Ross’s love of the land and natural environment was ignited when each night with his mother and his sister he would come home through the bush after milking.

In later life, Ross applied with a passion this love of the land and bush to obtain appropriate synergies between environmental and economic outcomes in the development of the family farms,

Ross Pearson: he’ll be remembered for his remarkable farming and building skills, devotion to family and community involvement. but also at its simplest level when enjoying time in his veggie patch. One of the many property improvements Ross undertook was the planting of over 50,000 native trees for shelterbelts, stream and pasture rejuvenation and they will remain a significant part of his legacy.

Ross acquired many practical hands-on engineering skills and “tricks of the trade” from his early years on the Dumbalk farm. He was widely known for his reputation as a “can do man,” the one you could go to if you wanted something done and done well, especially if it required the application of a bit of nous or ingenuity.

These skills were applied with considerable success on the farms including both the designing and building of a unique and beautiful fam-

ily home with many of the materials sourced and fashioned on the property, the construction of many substantial farm buildings, fences and stockyards and other farm improvements, all infused with a little extra ingredient from Ross’s fertile mind. He could readily have been an architect or engineer.

Ross’s goal was to increase productivity of the family farms in a way that would leave the land substantially improved with minimal environmental impact. There can be little doubt he achieved this goal and assisted by the family’s strong work ethic combined with the application of shrewd business acumen, applied science and Ross’s own ingenuity, an enterprise has been created that is acknowledged as being at the cutting

edge of prime beef production in Australia.

Ross will also be remembered for many other special qualities but in particular for the generosity of spirit he extended to his fellow man.

During his life he was involved with the Young Farmers Movement, young Australia League, Landcare, Land for Wildlife, the Gippsland Farm Management Society and Meeniyan Apex Club of which he was a president and life member.

He was a board member of the Australian Farm Management Society and very active in various beef industry organisations including the Beef Improvement Association and the very successful Gippsland BeefCheque project. Ross and Marj travelled overseas to beef industry conferences and seminars and also welcomed many to on-farm days, hosting visitors from agricultural colleges and delegations from other countries including Japan and Argentina.

Ross was also a long serving member of the Rotary Club of Leongatha, an international community service organisation of business and professional people who aspire to undertake humanitarian projects, encourage high ethical standards and seek to promote goodwill and peace throughout the world. All of these objectives fitted very comfortably with Ross’s philosophical ideals and as a Rotarian for many years he served in many administrative capacities, including club president in 1994-95.

He instituted the club’s annual secondary college debates and was made a Paul Harris Fellow.

Ross passed away suddenly whilst working in his favourite paddock.

He is survived by his wife Marj, who was his companion, business partner and soul mate, his adored children Tim and Angela and the seven grandchildren who held a special place in his heart. His loved sisters Wendy and Jan also survive him.

Dog walks on offer DOES your dog need exercise?

Saying it with flowers

If you answered yes then Skye Letson and Corran Djuric have the solution for you.

The two Yooralla clients have recently started up a dog walking business in Leongatha called Pups on Pavements.

Skye and Corran will walk your dogs for you for $10 an hour and make sure they get all the exercise they need.

The business has been two years in the making and thanks to a council grant both Skye and Corran have undergone training in the dog walking field.

The pair has a great love for dogs and is passionate about caring for

IT’S the little touches in aged care that make all the difference.

Bena claims CWA cup

Anniversary: Enid Stewart and Dorothy Morrison have lived at Woorayl Lodge for 10 years and were presented with flowers to mark the occasion. With them are staff members Gail Truscott, Di Williams and Christine Rutherford, who have all worked at the lodge for 10 years.

At Woorayl Lodge, birthdays are recognised with cakes that are beautifully arranged, iced and decorated in the resident’s favourite colours.

And in recent weeks two residents have celebrated their 10th anniversaries of living at the lodge. They are Enid Stewart and Dorothy Morrison. Each was presented with a lovely arrangement of flowers, courtesy of the lodge community.

The pair posed with staff who have been working there for 10 years, which, according to manager Jo White, is not unusual. She said some staff have been there for more than two decades.

“You need good staff to provide quality care,” Jo said.

Legal action continues THE former Korumburra Saleyards site is still in breach of local laws despite South Gippsland Shire Council commencing legal action against the owner.

Site owner, the Rossi Group, failed to clean up the site before a council deadline earlier in the year which prompted the legal action to be taken.

Council CEO Tim Tamlin told The Star the process is

time consuming.

“Unfortunately due to legislative processes that need to be followed when an owner does not comply with council’s direction, it can take some time before we get to a point where a property is cleaned up to council’s satisfaction,” he said.

The site is a dumping ground for rubbish and a hive for vandalism while it sits on the entrance to Korumburra.

Walking the walk: Skye Letson and Corran Djuric are running a dog walking business. your pet.

You can book the services of Pups on Pave-

THE Bena branch of the Country Women’s Association may be small but they are making an impression.

The small but mighty group took out the CWA Small Branch Cup at the recent Victorian CWA Creative Arts State Exhibition.

Bena branch president Lois Wust is proud of her members and the branch.

“The branch has been going 54 years strong in Bena,” she said.

“We have 13 members and two junior members and we raise money and give it to the local community and neighbouring communities like Korumburra.”

ments by calling Yooralla on 5662 3344 or Julie on 0412 515 854.

“We’ve raised money for the Korumburra schools and the Korumburra fire brigade. And we also have raised money recently for new windows at the Bena Tennis Club where we have our meetings.”

The club is made up mostly from women who are farmers in Bena.

“This is good because it brings it right back to the CWA roots,” Ms Wust said.

The clubs meetings are the first Monday in the month at the Bena Tennis Club.

“We have craft in the morning at 11am and the meetings are at 1pm,” Ms Wust said.

“We are always looking for new members too.”

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 27

Limited edition hits the ‘Streets’ IF you are after a sports car without the sports car price tag look no further than the Hyundai Veloster.

Style is everything in this car and it is taken to the next level in the limited edition ‘Street’ model.

This new edition is unique to the Australian market and has buckets of flare.

Looking at the car the first thing you notice is the red inserts on the 18” alloy wheels.

As you open the door the red theme continues with red leather upholstery with matching door highlights. These seats have an excellent feel and hug your body as you sit in the driver’s seat.

The red seats and wheel accents compliment the Sonic Silver metallic paint perfectly and a brought together by the then ‘Street’ badge located on the Veloster’s front panel.

Finishing off the limited edition interior are plush pile fitted and embroidered floors mats.

The distinct design of the Veloster employs Hyundai’s fluidic design properties to give it individual style.

Featured on the Street model is a larger body coloured rear spoiler.

When it comes to performance the Veloster handles like a dream.

With upgraded sport suspension the street model takes corners fantastically.

The DCT automatic gearbox matched with the 1.6l GDI petrol engine gives you enough power for daily driving a sport mode on the gear box keeps things fun.

Edney’s Leongatha now has a Veloster Street DCT automatic in stock for a drive away price of $30,545.

Get in today to secure this limited edition car for yourself.

Lady in red: the racy red leather interior of the Veloster Street catches the eye.

Two plus one: a single back door provides you with coupe styling but hatchback practicality.

All there: easy to use temperature and entertainment controls feature in the Veloster.

Hit the street: the new stylish limited edition Veloster Street.

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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.

Motorbike safety push IN a move certain not to please all motorcyclists, Victorian Independent Australian Senate Candidate, Darrell Morrison, is advocating national laws for drivers’ licences, road rules and the wearing of high-visibility vests.

On yer bike: Senate candidate Darrell Morrison believes a high visibility vest will make motorcyclists safer on roads. Photo: Peter Corbett.

“A $5 investment makes all the difference to whether you are being seen on the roads, especially in dense traffic in shopping areas,” he said.

“My vest saved me about three times today alone. Motorists have a lot to answer for, and I drive a car as well, but motorcyclists probably need the added protection.

“My policies include streamlining complex laws and making a national framework over time for as many laws as possible.

“After all, we are a country of only 23 million people, and in my view we are overgoverned and there is too much red tape with speed limits, signage, road rules, but any additional safety provisions can only be a marvellous thing.”

Mr Morrison said motorcyclists are extraordinarily careful and responsible.

“The roads and footpaths are for the use of all taxpayers, and I would go as far to say cyclists should be licenced at an extremely low rate, and forget trying to register bicycles,” he said.

“It would be far easier if rider training involved a nominal five year licence and fee, not unlike one a recreational angler might pay.

“This small fee is to allow the cyclists to have all the legal protections and rights and responsibilities of motorists in general.

“The rider fee should allow for insurance, because only registered vehicles are covered by the TAC. That might be okay if a cyclist and a car or motorbike collide, there’s some coverage there, but not if the cyclist crashes.

“The main point is to get drivers to realise they do not have an exclusive right of carriageway. That is the nub of it. “Registering bikes would be a nightmare and waste police resources. A small fee for cycling insurance would clearly put all road users on par.”

Confidence can prompt speed Call for better roads NEW Transport Accident Commission (TAC) research has revealed over confident road users are more likely to speed.

The results are revealed in the TAC’s latest Road Safety Monitor, tracking road user attitudes of more than 1300 drivers and riders across Victoria.

The survey has found the more confidence a road user has in their driving ability, the more likely they are to take unnecessary risks on the roads, especially speeding.

When asked how they rate in comparison to other road users, 65 per cent assessed themselves as better than average, and were significantly more likely to: • be males (72 per cent of males rate themselves as better than average, compared with 58 per cent of females); • be metropolitan drivers or riders (72 per cent versus 62 per cent in regional Victoria); and • be aged 26-39 (73 per cent of people in this age group rate themselves better than average compared with 57 per cent of 18-25 year-olds).

Those who rated themselves as better than average were also significantly less likely to agree: • that speeding increased their chances of crashing (82 per cent compared to 87 per cent

of drivers who rated themselves as average); and • that penalties acted as a deterrent to speeding (82 per cent compared to 87 per cent of selfrated average drivers).

Assistant Treasurer and Minister responsible for TAC Gordon Rich-Phillips said it was the first time perceptions of driver competence had been included in the Road Safety Monitor and the findings were concerning.

“It’s up to all of us to set a good example for newer drivers,” he said.

“The latest Road Safety Monitor has also found that drivers aged 18 to 25 were more likely to pick routes to avoid police and believe they were less likely to be caught speeding.

“We know new young drivers are over represented in road trauma, mainly due to inexperience, which for some is compounded by over confidence in their driving ability and deliberate risk taking.

“This survey is a reminder that the more experienced drivers and riders on the roads have an important role to play in setting the standard of good driving.”

The TAC’s latest Road Safety Monitor is now available at http://www.tac.vic.gov.au/road- safety/ statistics/road-safety-and-marketing-surveys.

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AUSTRALASIA’S peak membership association for road safety experts has called for Australia’s leaders to take serious note of a report released by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) showing the safety of the nation’s highways is unacceptable, and targeted investment must be made to save lives.

“The report from AAA shows an investment of $4.7 billion would save 36,000 lives and serious injuries on our highways over 20 years,” Lauchlan McIntosh, president of the Australasian College of Road Safety said.

“Without indexing for inflation, this would save the economy an estimated $28 billion over 20 years based on recent government figures that show the existing level of road trauma is currently costing the economy around $27 billion per year.

That’s a six fold economic return on our investment in safety.

“Whilst the financial returns to our nation are commendable, the return to our nation in terms of better outcomes for our families and communities is infinite.

“This is simply one of the things that is important in our commitment to increase the wellbeing of all Australians. We are urging all levels of government to support our call for a comprehensive manifesto to reduce road trauma.”

Road trauma is Australia’s most serious public health issue, killing 25 people and seriously injuring another 600 every week across the country, costing the nation more than $27 billion each year more than our defence budget.

The college recently released a comprehensive manifesto suggesting the nationwide benefits of a coordinated and cooperative approach to reducing road trauma.

The college urges all federal politicians to raise the profile of road trauma across our nation and internationally, and provide strong leadership and support for this coordinated approach towards road trauma reductions.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - PAGE 31

ELLE Miley Stone was born on August 27 at the South Gippsland Hospital in Foster.

She is the second child of Nicole and Marc Stone and sister to Zac Stone.

DYLAN Abraham was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on August 28 to Princy Mathew and Shibu Abraham of Wonthaggi. Dylan is pictured with his proud parents and big brother Aarin, 3.

VINNY Daniel Johnson was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on July 26 to Cathryn Smyth and Daniel Johnson of Everton Upper.

DECLAN Joseph Scott Bankier was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on August 15 to Jessie Bankier of Wonthaggi.

INDIE May Hulls was born at Bass Coast Regional Health on July 26 to Sarah Knox and Michael Hulls of Leongatha South.

Right, RILEY Samuel Hocken was born at Foster Hospital on Monday, August 12 - the first child for Olivia Thorson and Samuel Hocken of Leongatha.

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A VOLUNTARY COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION

We love you, Dad Dan IF THERE was an award for father of the year in South Gippsland, Holly Monaghan reckons her dad Dan would be a clear winner.

The Mardan man is a single dad, working at Murray Goulburn Monday to Friday from 6am-3.30pm, with the occasional night shift, but never lets long hours interfere with his dedication to his children Patrick, James, Bridget, Vinnie and Holly.

“He just loves doing it all to make us happy. And if he takes a day off work the house would be always clean and mopped and there would be no sign of mess on the floor,” Holly said.

“Even his mum tells all us kids and tells him that he needs to cut a few things short but he never does.

He is like a dad and a mum in one person! The people that know my dad know he is one hell of a dad.

“Just thinking of what he does makes us so proud of him and he is an idol we all look up to. We love him to bits and wouldn’t know what we would do without him.

“We are very happy to have him recognised. He does so much for us, it’s just amazing.”

Holly said her father was sport mad and loved watching his children play.

“In our spare time, we have a night match of basketball, but no matter what my sister Bridget and I are always with Dad,” she said.

“He has a good sense of humor and is just really chilled.”

Dan is an assistant coach with the Pakenham Warriors Basketball Club, continuing a basketball coaching career spanning 40 years.

“He cuts his mum’s trees and lawns in Hampton Park and tries to see her when he can,” Holly said.

Every Monday, Dan takes Bridg-

et to train with Southern Fusion netball club at Waverley and returns home late. He sometimes takes son James to Pakenham so James can teach children there.

On Tuesdays, he ferries Holly to Waverley to play netball with Gippsland Storm and always gets back around midnight.

Thursday evenings, he takes Bridget, Vinnie and Holly to netball and football training at Stony Creek.

Friday night means another trip to the outer suburbs where Vinnie plays basketball for Pakenham Warriors.

Saturdays are dedicated to travelling to wherever Stony Creek is playing.

Sundays are far from a day of rest. Dan leaves early for Pakenham to take Vinnie to basketball training. He returns around midday and at 3pm, drops Bridget off to netball training at Meeniyan before returning to Pakenham with Holly for netball training with Storm.

Perhaps some of you haven’t kept a good short crust pastry recipe, so I will repeat it here, and then follow with some other savoury tart recipes.

My rule of thumb is to never use water.

Use a liquid with flavour - wine, orange/lemon juice - whatever flavour you want to emphasize in the dish.

SHORT-CRUST PASTRY 250 gm plain flour 125 gm cold butter pinch of salt 1-2 tablespoons white wine or orange juice

You’re the best: Dan Monaghan (back, centre) with his proud kids, back from left, Patrick, James and Vincent, and front, Bridget (left) and Holly.

Sporting chance for groups STATE funding will be sought for four sporting projects, with the blessing of South Gippsland Shire Council.

Councillors recently endorsed applications for funding from the State Government for: • Meeniyan Recreation Reserve community play space project; • Mirboo North Soccer Club lighting project; • Korumburra Recreation Centre Training Centre of Excellence; and • South Gippsland Tennis Facilities Master Plan.

The Meeniyan project will cost $140,000 and will entail an entry level skate park, play equipment, park furniture and pathways. Council and the

community will each contribute $23,500, and the State Government is being asked for $93,000.

The Mirboo North project will entail new lighting at the Walter J Tuck Reserve. The community and council will each pay $78,500, and the government will be asked to pay $100,000.

The Korumburra Recreation Centre committee wants to establish an indoor sports training centre.

The committee and council will each pay $18,500 and seek $74,000 from the government.

The South Gippsland Tennis Facilities Master Plan will cost a total of $30,000 and council will contribute $15,000. The remainder will be sought from the government.

State funding will be applied for through the Sport and Recreation Community Facility Funding Program.

Using a food processor, blend the butter, flour and salt until it resembles breadcrumbs. Pour the liquid in gradually, until the dough forms a ball - it will take between 1 and 2 tablespoons, depending upon the type of flour.

Remove the pastry and set aside. Many people recommend leaving to sit in the fridge until cool, then cover with plastic wrap or foil.

Remove from fridge an hour before using to come to room temperature before rolling out on a floured board and then pressing into a buttered quiche dish. If you do not have the luxury of time, you can skip this step, but the result is better when the pastry is rested.

Preheat the oven to 200c. Pour in the filling and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until puffed and golden.

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Emily returns to gallery RENOWNED artist Emily Koenders is back in South Gippsland for a special major art exhibition “Wings in Paradise” to be held from September 14 – October 6, open daily 10 am – 5 pm.

After having spent over twelve months away holding exhibitions in the Melbourne area, Emily is very excited to be back in South Gippsland and release her latest collection of artwork at her home studio and gallery.

Spring is a stunning time at this magnificent hilltop location, the beautiful gardens come

alive with magical colour in this season and the traditional fountains and many varieties of birds are all part of the special experience for visitors to the gallery. A breathtaking panoramic view which stretches to Wilson’s Promontory wraps around the gallery.

Emily has been painting all her life and has been a professional artist for over 21 years. It has recently come to light that she can trace her lineage back to the famous Dutch Master, Vincent van Gogh...... in fact, she is the legendary artist’s great great great great niece.

Her artwork depicts amazing wildlife – animals and birds both in-

digenous and overseas.

Emily’s style showcases her wonderful capacity to utilise light and form to create unique effects with her works being executed in several mediums ranging from gouache and oil to pencil and pastel.

She seeks to elicit an emotional response from the viewer by the use of colour, atmosphere, behaviour, and mood.

In Emily’s own words, “Loving nature is to see luminous splashes of colour laced on the wing of a bird as light that lifts your spirit – to watch wedge tailed eagles soar against a cerulean blue sky and be raised up with them – to stroke a tiger’s face, to touch him

and feel truly altered – to view all the creatures from all the corners of this abundant planet and be in awe of creation. Feeling blessed and transformed in knowing that I live amongst it. This is me ... the wildlife artist – welcome to my world.”

Emily invites you to come on a journey with her and participate in the drama of her beautifully realistic depictions of the wonders of the created world from the tiniest of birds to the largest of land animals.

The Emily Koenders Art Gallery is located at 230 Ruby – Fairbank Rd Fairbank or phone Emily 0421 339 575.

Welcome back: Emily Koenders has returned to her gallery after a 12 months stint including exhibitions in Melbourne.

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With a spectacular opening choreographed to one of Nickleback’s best songs, the men of Sydney’s Hotshots are ready to rock the Leongatha RSL on Wednesday, October 9.

The new ‘Funtasia’ show includes a brand new line up of Sydney’s hottest men, performing in what is being called ‘this year’s best night of entertainment’.

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Determined to please every lady in Australia, the Sydney Hotshots have been on the road taking this incredible show to as many areas as possible.

“We love touring because it means we get to share the fun and excitement of our show with hundreds ladies all over Australia, from small towns to big cities,” performer Andy said.

“I think the best thing about the show, and the reason I’m so proud to be a part of it, as that whether your 18 or 80 there’s something for everyone.

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While the show is a spectacle of colour and charisma, it’s not only the guys that get to be up on stage.

“One of our favourite things is having the ladies up on stage, whether it’s for a competition or as part of our routine, it’s so much fun and really makes the show interactive and intimate.”

After all, it’s not every night a lady gets romanced by a secret agent, arrested by a police officer, and carried away by a cowboy, all before midnight.

The fashion show/coffee morning will be held at the Meeniyan Uniting Church this Thursday, September 12 at 10am and should be lots of fun with all proceeds going to the Meeniyan Red Cross for the annual Bake Off appeal.

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Learn the art of growing tomatoes THERE’s nothing quite like fresh home-grown tomatoes straight from the garden.

Great expectations: the Leongatha Primary School community is looking forward to its first fete on Friday, September 13 and last week, students were out and about in the main street asking businesses to display posters. With assistant principal Leonnie McCluskey are Amelia Riseley (left) Maddy Birrell and Jordan Brown.

Fete excitement builds THERE’LL be plenty of fireworks at the Leongatha Primary School this Friday-of a good kind!

The school holds its first fete this Friday, September 13 culminating in a fireworks display.

The fete action starts at 2.30pm and runs through until 6.30pm giving plenty of opportunity for children from other schools in the area to join in the festivities. And they and their families are welcome with open arms.

There are heaps of stalls and rides and plenty of food going around as well.

The action takes place in the school grounds with 10 per cent of the money raised going to cancer research.

Other proceeds will help put covered walkways around the primary school area.

Grants through Michael’s Supa IGA has helped in this project as well.

So get down to the fete and make the first ever fete at the school a big one!

Sun-warmed, juicy and full of flavour. But how do you get them to grow like that?

One local expert can teach you all of the tomato tricks to make sure you have abundance this summer.

Sandra Kavanagh from Clear Creek Valley Herbs has the horticultural pedigree and green thumbs to grow just about anything.

Sandra will be down at the Coal Creek Farmers’ Market this Saturday giving a tomato growing masterclass at 10.15am. Find out how to cultivate, prune, fertilise, spot and treat pests and disease, crop rotation, companion planting and importantly, how to preserve your seeds for next year.

A must if they are heritage varieties and Sandra has an enviable range of those along with 20 popular tomatoes. She’ll also have a stall full of potted herbs; perfect for planting now the sun is making an appearance.

After completing the Advanced Certificate in Horticulture at McMillan Campus Leongatha and Warragul in 1997, she worked locally at Freshzest Leongatha South where she developed a passion for herbs.

Hungry for more knowledge, she completed a course in commercial herbs and essential oil production in Bairnsdale, and then started her own business.

Her original focus was on growing and wild crafting herbs for the medicinal herb industry, but now it has shifted in a more culinary direction. Over the last ten years her business has grown, and grown, from a range of 20 varieties of herbs to more than 150 including rare and hard to find varieties, well as a Bush Tucker range and seasonal vegie seedlings.

Including, of course, tomatoes!

You can find Sandra at many of the local farmers’ markets including Koonwarra and Inverloch, and she has a wealth of knowledge so if you are after an elusive herb or have a question, she’s only happy to help.

So head down to Coal Creek Farmers’ Market this Saturday, there’ll be lots of new spring things to try and buy. Grab a coffee, sweat treat from The Rusty Windmill stall and get set for a relaxing, informative and above all delicious day. Market goes from 8am until 12.30pm in the Coal Creek car park Korumburra.

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Birthday bash for Tarwin icon

By Matt Dunn TARWIN Lower’s grand old dame celebrated her 125th birthday last Thursday with sandwiches, slice, cake and tea – and more than a few cheerful friends.

The Tarwin Lower Mechanics’ Institute Hall – established in 1888 and completed in 1890 – has many admirers. The oldest Mechanics’ Institute Hall in South Gippsland Shire, it was built at a cost of £235.

But she has stood the test of time, thanks to a band of successive volunteer committees.

“It was used as a school, a church, a meeting place for the Country Women’s Association, the Red Cross. It was basically the only local facility around,” Tarwin Lower Mechanics’ Institute Committee of Management Incorporated president John Classon said.

John said the hall, which has stood the test of time and barely looks 60 of her 125 years, was even

a library, before the West Gippsland Regional Library Association began sending its mobile lender to town.

When The Star spoke to John last Thursday, the building was standing ready for the onslaught of Federal election voters.

A cavalcade of people - including a weekly art group, ceramics enthusiasts, funeral goers (when the local church is not quite big enough) and CSG protestors - have all used the building in recent times.

“If anyone wants to hire it, it’s here. It’s just open for anyone really.

People from Melbourne, who have holiday houses in the area, come in and they can’t believe how cheap it is,” John said.

“The hall is in beautiful knick.

We’re a small committee, but we’re proud to do it. There’s only six of us, but we’re quite happy with what we’ve achieved.”

Owned by the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI), the Institute has been relatively cheap to maintain. Money from the Tarwin Lower Market, held five times a year, is channelled into

its upkeep.

Two split systems have been added in recent times, to help with heating and cooling.

Unveiling a plaque at the birthday bash, Venus Bay resident and South Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy, said the hall was “really important to the people of Venus Bay and Tarwin Lower”.

“I’d like to thank the previous committees of the hall, who have looked after this hall since 1888.

And kudos to the present committee, under John’s leadership, who have done an extraordinary amount of work,” he said.

“The hall is in really good shape, and it’s settled for the future. There’s been some tumultuous meetings during the past 20 years, with threats of huge developments and coal seam gas mining. This hall is a really important meeting place.

“It also offers connectivity between the two communities. I congratulate John and the committee for their hard work and that of our forebears, who had the foresight to build this for the future.”

A party to remember: locals toasted Tarwin Lower’s grand old dame last Thursday.

Committed committee: the Mechanics Institute committee were in celebration mode. From left are Yasmine-Michelle Hadfield, Peggy Classon, Jo Miles, Anita Booth, South Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy, John Classon, the Mechanics’ Institute of Victoria’s Bronwyn Lowden and Suzanne Hill.

Tea for four: Grants Only Group members, from left president Doug Don, Wendy Don, Kathy Lagoudis and Doug Grigg.

Left, Sweet success: Tarwin Lower Mechanics’ Institute Committee of Management Incorporated president John Classon has some cake and a cup of tea at the hall’s birthday bash last Thursday.

Well done: John Classon received congratulations from South Gippsland Shire Council Mayor Cr Kieran Kennedy.

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Farming Insight Great range: Scott Sellings and Anthony Blackshaw with a Claas Disco 3450, demonstrating the quick release blades.

Green machine: from left, Scott Sellings, Pauline Graewe and Anthony Blackshaw from Leongatha’s Claas Harvest Centre with a Class ARION 620, 158 horsepower tractor.

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Farming Insight Ivydowns holds claim to fame

By Sarah Vella MEENIYAN’S Ivy Downs Stud was established in 1999 by Dave and Neralie Reynolds and is currently the largest Southdown sheep stud in Australia and New Zealand.

Sheep and the stud really is a family concern, with children Mark, Belinda and Heidi all involved in the business.

“We started with

Southdowns and we have now branched out into white Suffolk and Suffolk and our daughter also runs poll Dorsets,” Dave said.

“We primarily breed stud stock for other breeders. We currently have our bloodlines in eight different countries, which is unheard of really.

“More than half of the lambs we have hitting the ground at the moment are already sold.”

Ivy Downs is the most awarded Southdown stud in Australia. Its rams have

been awarded champion Southdown 16 consecutive times at royal shows, including Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Canberra.

“We have bloodlines nobody else has and our genetic base is superior to most other breeders. People come to us to expand their genetic base,” Dave said.

“We scan for eye muscle, we pregnancy scan and we are also the only Southdown stud to run a juvenile in vitro embryo transfer (JIVET) program.”

The JIVET program essentially puts Ivy Downs’ breeding program one year ahead.

“We also AI using our own bloodlines and we also buy in a lot of semen from overseas,” Dave said.

“A couple of years ago, we sold a ram to Uruguay which is now the sire of the most Southdowns there and in Paraguay.

“Even though we export, we are more attuned to the local market. Our bread and butter market is Victoria which means

Family business: Dave and Neralie Reynolds established Ivy Downs Stud in Meeniyan in 1999 and it is now the biggest Southdown stud in Australia.

• VLE LEONGATHA

Buyer demand drops THERE were approximately 700 steers and bullocks, 500 cows, and 250 young cattle penned.

The usual buying group was present but not all operating fully in a cheaper market.

The young cattle were mostly extra heavy trade steers with only a limited run of heifers suitable for the trade on offer.

Grown steer and bullock numbers increased and contained some excellent quality in places but demand eased for the larger offering.

Heavy weight manufacturing steers saw demand soften, while the light weight Friesians sold firm.

Cows were out of favour with processors, especially in the light weight categories which recorded carcass prices around 210c for an extra light run of mostly Jersey cows and 245c for middle weight dairy lines. The heavy weight cows slipped from the recent highs also recording carcass prices from 280c to 302c/kg, while the heavy weight bulls took the hardest hit.

Trade steers sold from 183c to 210c slipping 1c to 5c/kg. A handful of heifers suitable for the trade made between 172c and 196c/kg.

Grown steers sold between 187c and 205c slipping 1c to 4c/kg. Bullocks made from 185c to 202c slipping 4c to 6c/kg. Light weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 136c to 164c with the heavy weights from 145c to 170c slipping 6c on the better two score drafts to 11c/kg on the plainer one scores. Heavy weight crossbred manufacturing steers made between 160c and 189c slipping 6c/kg.

Light weight dairy cows sold between 64c and 130c falling 16c to 29c/kg. Heavy weight dairy cows made from 106c to 150c falling 6c to 13c/kg. Light weight beef cows sold from 90c to 138c falling 11c to 17c/kg.

Heavy weight beef cows made between 125c and 158c slipping 4c to 12c/kg. Heavy weight bulls sold between 108c and 155c falling 22c to 28c/kg.

The next sale draw - September 11: 1. David Phelan, 2. Rodwells, 3. Alex Scott, 4. Elders, 5. Landmark, 6. SEJ.

Wednesday, September 4 BULLOCKS 1 R.J. & A.R. McRae, Tarwin South 11 Benson Brothers, Meeniyan 9 Gillingham Pastoral, Nerrena 1 J.S. Forsyth, Narracan 13 C.T. Ferguson, Longford 13 R.J. & C.M. McGill Family Trust Kongwak

595kg 585kg 595kg 580kg 560kg 583kg

205.6 205.0 204.6 203.6 203.2 202.6

$1223.00 $1200.00 $1217.37 $1180.88 $1138.70 $1182.87

STEERS 14 C.T. Ferguson, Longford 3 R.J. & A.R. McRae, Tarwin South 1 D.J. Bentley, Leongatha South 5 J. & C. Vitale, Poowong North 4 J.S. Forsyth, Narracan 5 R.J. Alger, Jumbunna East

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$1019.25 $1055.41 $918.90 $1000.58 $1038.36 $1070.60

COWS 11 A.A. Styolk, Boolarra 1 G. Campbell, Mirboo North 2 L.R. & J.M. Boyd, Korumburra 1 P.J. & N.C. O’Loughlin, Berrys Creek 1 B. Wyhoon, Korumburra 1 H.M. & E.M. Prime, Boolarra

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HEIFERS 1 B. & L. Field, Yarram 3 J. Dean, Rosedale 8 P.H., N.F. & D.P. Moore, Yarram 1 R.J. Grylls, Welshpool 1 K.D. & L.J. Opray, Hedley 2 Centurians P/L, Dollar

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BULLS 1 J.F. & M.C. Wilson, Glen Alvie 1 P. & L.A. Whiteside, Leongatha 1 E.J. & B.A. Price, Korumburra 1 B. & M. McRae, Lance Creek 1 W.S. & D.H. Bray, Waratah North 1 J.E. Bowron, Sandy Point

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we get to know the people who buy our rams.

“A lot of our clients are repeat buyers. Essentially, our market is the local market but we are expanding all the time.

“Ivy Downs is leading the Southdown market because of sheep selection and scientific research.”

Over three properties throughout Gippsland, Ivy Downs runs around 500 stud ewes across four breeds of sheep on 180 acres.

“People like our sheep because of ease of lambing and their ability to rapidly mature from a prime lamb point of view,” Dave said.

In lambing season they have somebody in the paddock every four hours, which Dave said is to make sure they know exactly which ewe produces which lamb so they can accurately verify bloodlines.

“We have 198 per cent lambing every year, because we breed in the trait of durability. Southdowns are a British breed so they are well suited to South Gippsland,” he said.

“It is a good geographic area for them and they seem to thrive in any conditions. All of our lambs are paddock reared, so they are bred with the trait of durability, strength and the ability to forage.”

The Reynolds originally chose Southdowns because they felt they were a sheep they could improve upon.

Store sale market Thursday, September 5 Total yarding: 1721.

Steers: McGauran Past Co, Rosedale, 10 x $1010; C.W. & G. White, Toora, 5 x $975; L. & G. Baccega P/L, Maryvale, 14 x $970; Adval P/L, Anderson, 10 x $954; M.L. Kee, Devon, 1 x $895; T. Cook, Mirboo, 1 x $880.

Heifers: B. Wyhoon, Korumburra, 6 x $625; C.D. & L.J. Stewart, Jeetho West, 13 x $600; B.C. & J.A. Adkins, Burwood, 17 x $578; G. & S. Pearce, Berrys Creek, 2 x $570; Angels Run, Leongatha, 8 x $510; J.J. & D.M. Elliott, Doomburrim, 8 x $500.

Cows and calves: G.I. & L. Webster, Tarwin Lower, 5 x $910; L. Brooks, Sherwood, 5 x $900; C.D. & L.J. Stewart, Jeetho West, 1 x $780; M. Mumford, Won Wron, 2 x $700; C. & K. Callanan, Trafalgar South, 1 x $650; J.R. & D.E. Brusamarello, Korrine, 1 x $600.

“We didn’t think they were of a high standard when we first began so we bred up our stock to where we wanted to be and through AI improved out genetic base,” he said.

“We had a good terminal sire for the South Gippsland prime lamb market, and it has rewarded us. Our sales are unheard of.”

Dave said Southdowns

are a well muscled sheep that survive on minimal inputs and kill out very well.

“We are really at the size we want to be now and we are satisfied we can provide our clientele with quality rather than quantity,” he said.

“If the moment came that our quality ever dropped off, we would feel the repercussions of that straight away.”

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MELDAN JERSEYS COMPLETE DISPERSAL SALE Monday 30th September at 10.30 am KOONWARRA SELLING CENTRE a/c Brendan & Melissa Scott of Binginwarri.

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Removable bamboo absorber. waterproof breathable outer layer. $10. ph. 5663 5439.

HIGH CHAIR. Peg Perego. Adjustable backrest and adjustable padded seat.

Swivel caster wheels. $25.

Ph. 5663 5439.

MANICURE & PROFESSIONAL ARTIFICIAL NAIL EQUIPMENT. Creative nail. Brand new. Nail tips and other. $50.

Ph. 0438 982 729.

WALL OVEN WITH GRILL. Simpson.

600cm. $20. Ph. 0427 726 577.

LOUNGE CHAIRS. Dusty pink/orange. Can text picture. Generous seating. $50. Ph. 5664 1222.

TWO SEATER COUCH WITH 2 CHAIRS. Caramel. Velour. Generous seating. $50. ph.

5664 1222.

ANTIQUE FURNITURE. Timber bedside table, drawers, shelves and cupboard. H750 x W615 x D450. $50. Ph. 0498 532 554.

ANTIQUE FURNITURE. Timber dining chair, plain cottage style. teak stain. H915 x W395 x D395. $50. Ph. 0498 532 554.

MENS GOLF SHOES. New. Leather. 2 Pairs. Size 10. One white $20. One black. $30 for both. Ph. 5662 0916.

BABY BOUNCER. Valco baby minder.

0-24mths (up to 13kgs). Very good condition.$20. ph. 0413 084 169.

CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT. ‘Safe-n-sound’.

New born to 18kg (approx 4yrs). $50. Ph. 0413 084 169.

FLOOR LAMP. Timber stand. Neutral shade. $50. ph. 0419 160 720.

WALL MIRROR. Gold frame. $40. Ph. 0419 160 720.]

LADIES LEATHER-STYLE JACKET. Size 8.

Copper/bronze coloured. Very good

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meetings

BOAT LICENCE COURSE

Leongatha Indoor Netball Assoc.

Vic. Marine Licence with Jetski endorsement

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

meetings

meetings

BASS COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION NOTICE OF AGM

Tuesday, September 17 6pm - 10pm

Monday, September 16 7.30pm ECA Centre Nerrena Road, Leongatha

MONDAY OCTOBER 21, 2013 - 5PM THE WONTHAGGI CLUB 16 MCBRIDE AVENUE, WONTHAGGI

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone Bob: 0417 524 005

Enquiries: Georgina 0418 586 148

A number of Board positions will be declared vacant.

All retiring Directors are eligible for re-nomination.

Nominations for Board positions on the official Board nomination form will be received until October 7, 2013.

All items of business are to be received by the Foundation no later than September 30, 2013.

Please direct all enquiries or requests for nomination forms to info@bccf.org.au or 5672 3356.

LEONGATHA

Approved TSV course www.abcboating.com ABN 43080057923

BENETAS DEMENTIA CARERS’ SUPPORT GROUP Family, friends and carers of people with dementia are invited to attend the monthly Carers’ Support Group.

Meet people who share similar experiences in a relaxed setting.

WHEN: Last Thursday of each month WHERE: Community Hub 16 A’Beckett St, Inverloch TIME: 1pm - 3pm For more information (03) 5155 6000

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

public notices MOBILE BUTCHER D & D Farm Cut for your onfarm butchering. Book now for Christmas. Phone Leigh Francis 0407-598823.

FIREWORKS DISPLAY NOTICE TO ALL ANIMAL OWNERS IN LEONGATHA A fireworks display will be held on September 13, 2013 at the Leongatha Primary School, Leongatha.

Approx. 6.45pm Further info contact 0430 021 100

VETS TENNIS LUNCHEON 12.30pm September 26 RSL Leongatha Reply by September 16: Lyn 5662 3101 Shirl 5655 1597

Art Show

situations vacant

situations vacant

South Gippsland Shire Council

Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator • Permanent full time • Option of 9 day fortnight • $88,527 total salary package incl super An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced OHS Coordinator to coordinate and develop Safety Management Systems within Council.

Working across all departments within Council you will develop, implement and drive OHS plans, programs and risk assessments for all employees. Previous experience writing OHS frameworks, plans and strategies along with demonstrated experience in policy development are essential.

Enquiries to Luke Anthony, Manager Governance Services 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 25 September 2013.

Further information and a position description are available from our website.

www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Major exhibition of landscapes & wildlife by

“A Celebration of Spring”

EVENING COOK WANTED

655 Fairbank Rd, Arawata Ph: 5659 8262 M: 0428 598 262 www.mayfieldgallery.com.au

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly organised and motivated person with a good sense of humour, caring nature and a great attitude, to work with children / adults at Victoria’s leading Adventure Camp.

You will be coordinating and facilitating high quality catering and commercial kitchen duties in a positive interactive environment. As well as delivering a high level of service, care and being a positive role model for children, you will be making a difference to all campers attending Camp Rumbug.

WE WILL TRAIN YOU! With full and ongoing support and training provided.

Nationally recognised training/qualifications available.

Approximately 24-32 hours per week Work times are generally 2pm - 8pm Monday to Thursday in most school weeks, with occasional weekend and school holiday work by negotiation.

Prerequisites for employment are: - Great Attitude - Good Sense of Humour - Caring Nature - Must be able to cook basic great quality meals - A current Police Check - A current Working With Children Check (for employment) - Driver’s licence -

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

Email your application letter and CV For the attention of: Matt Wallis mattwallis@activ8.net.au (preferred) or phone between 9am - 4pm (03) 5664 6524

Di & John Koenders On now till September 29 30228

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public notices

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DEVELOP A CAREER IN THE MEAT INDUSTRY Meat Processors, labourers and Skilled Staff Required For large Export Meat processing facilities in the Wonthaggi Region.

Stability and Long term Employment Opportunities Available Duties include: • General Labouring • Process Work • Rendering • Boning/Slicing/Knife Hand • Picking & Packing Experience not essential. Full training provided.

MUST be Australian citizen or permanent resident.

Full time & casual positions available. Early starts.

MUST be prepared to attend INFORMATION SESSION. Eligibility Criteria Applies.

To apply please call 8398 1728 or email your most recent resumé to madmin@miss.vic.edu.au

SITUATION VACANT

situations vacant

situations vacant

Qualified Motor Mechanic An opportunity exists to join our team in a full capacity in the above role.

We are a modern, multi-franchise motor vehicle dealership and seek a person with a good work ethic, honesty and who is prepared to work as part of a dedicated team.

Please apply by post or via email to: Mrs Anne Westaway Knights of Leongatha 1 Hughes Street, Leongatha Email: annew@wide.net.au Applications close 16th September, 2013.

accommodation

for sale

HOUSE, share accommodation, in Korumburra, $135 pw plus share expenses. Ph: 0400208281.

for sale

SEWING MACHINE FREE QUOTES WONTHAGGI SEWING CENTRE

167 Graham Street Wonthaggi

Social Worker

situations vacant

0.6 EFT

Building a Healthy Community

MOTOR VEHICLE TECHNICIAN (Full Time) Are you looking for a change; a new career challenge? An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified technician to join our NEW Dealership to be located in Leongatha with our Service Team.

A position description is available from our current Service Centre at 108 Horn Street Leongatha. Or for a confidential Interview please call Andrew McMahon on 5175 7024.

Resumés including two professional referees should be forwarded to: The Fixed Operations Manager Colin Watson Motors P.O. Box 554 Traralgon VIC. 3844 Colin Watson Motors is an equal opportunity employer Applications by COB Friday 13th September 2013.

SPARE PARTS ADMINISTRATOR A full time position is available in the spare parts department of our multi-franchise dealership in Leongatha.

Tasks will include invoicing, stock control, parts interpretation and customer service. Experience is preferred but not essential and training will be provided as required.

Computer skills and a driver’s licence are essential.

The successful applicant must be able to work in a professional manner, be self-motivated and enthusiastic to learn. Attractive salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience.

Written applications are invited and should be addressed as follows: Attention: Anne Westaway, Westaway Ford 1 Hughes Street, Leongatha 3953 or via email annew@wide.net.au Applications close Friday, 20th September 2013

Early Childhood Worker

Custom built motorbike trailer, made to carry three dirt bikes or one or two road bikes.

Fold out heavy-duty ramp included and stored under the rear of the trailer.

LED tail lights. $1,700 ONO Call Robert 0438 009 791

situations vacant

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH CHEF • • • •

Breakfast and lunch chef needed to start October in Leongatha Menu inspired by the eating houses of Italy, France & Spain, with a reverence for seasonal and local produce.

Experience in breakfast and lunch essential.

Must be motivated, reliable, tidy and hardworking.

Able to work well with others, have a high customer service ethic and have hygiene and organisational skills in kitchen.

If you think you meet the above requirements, please email your resumé: peterwebber@y7mail.com Applications close 20th September 2013

RECEPTIONIST

A full time position is available in the above role at our multi-franchise motor vehicle dealership in Leongatha.

The successful applicant must have excellent customer service skills, be self-motivated and enthusiastic to learn. A traineeship will be considered. A driver’s licence is essential.

Please forward to: Mrs A. Westaway, 1 Hughes Street, Leongatha 3953 Or via email: annew@wide.net.au Applications close Wednesday, 18th September 2013

Evans Petroleum Gippsland is a growing, locally owned and operated fuel distributorship employing over 100 staff. We have serviced both retail and wholesale customers in the South Gippsland area for the past 40 years.

We currently have an exciting opportunity available within our company for an enthusiastic person with an eye for detail for the position of Retail Site Leader Petrol & Convenience.

The successful applicant will be required to: • Maintain a team environment • Have proficient people management skills • Have good computer literacy skills • Be self motivated • Have cash handling skills • Control inventory and merchandise • Train & develop staff • Demonstrate excellent customer service skills Retail and Point Of Sale Systems experience would be an advantage.

Remuneration negotiable depending on experience.

Please forward hand written application and resumé to: The Managing Director P.O Box 588 Leongatha 3953

INVALID EQUIPMENT, good condition, electric/ battery chair stair lift $1,500. Electric hospital bed, mobile hoist, shower chair, commode and wheelchair. 0418-101463.

LAWN MOWER Victa Professional 550, self propelled, good order, $200. 0417-530662.

OLD PORT POULTRY FARM delivering 20-weekold laying hens to your area, Saturday September 14, $19 each. Ph: BH 0438832535, AH 5183-2515.

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each.

Free delivery for pack lots.

Phone Joe 0417-530662.

STEEL CONTAINER 20 ft, in good condition $1,500.

0417-530662.

SUNTANNING BED 6’, flat or upright, great for psoriasis, VGO $400. Ph: 5682-1373.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.

garage sales

GARAGE SALE $27.50 GARAGE SALE KIT KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00)

TRAINERS REQUIRED

• Cleaning Operations

RETAIL SITE LEADER

HYUNDAI IX35 side steps.

As new, half price $500.

Greg 0427-623297.

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

Community College Gippsland is a dynamic and expanding organisation providing training solutions for Gippsland communities. We are currently looking for trainers in the areas of:

0.4 EFT 12 months maternity leave cover

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated person with comprehensive experience and knowledge of child health, development and behaviour to join our team.

Your primary role is to work with Bass Coast Community Health Services’ (BCCHS) Universal and Enhanced Maternal Child Health Nurses and Playgroup Facilitator to deliver parenting support programs to families with children aged 0 – 5 years who reside in the Bass Coast municipality.

Remuneration as per relevant professional experience and qualifications.

Enquiries to Linda Goltz, Coordinator Maternal & Child Health 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 4pm 20 September, 2013 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

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

5672 3127

Building a Healthy Community

SITUATION VACANT

FOR SALE

TREETOPS RESORT Port Douglas. Newly furnished units. Contact owner 0407460756.

REPAIRS & SALES

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 and experience.

Enquiries to Paul Greenhalgh, Allied Health Co-ordinator.

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 20 September, 2013 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

for sale DESK Officemax corner desk, woodgrain and charcoal, 2 drawers, 1800mm x 1800mm x 750mm D. Very good condition, $100. 56622803.

• Arboriculture

To be successful in this teaching position, you will possess the skills, ability and confidence to both educate and engage. These positions will be based at our Warragul and Leongatha Campuses.

Applications should be emailed to joanne.kingwill@ccg.asn.au by 5pm on 17th September 2013. To obtain a position description, visit our website www.ccg.asn.au

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

Total package valued at $41 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

livestock

GENDORE

TRACTORS AND MACHINERY

DIESEL/AGRICULTURAL MECHANIC Gendore Tractors and Machinery Pty Ltd A progressive Agricultural Machinery Dealership in South Gippsland requires a full-time Diesel Mechanic experienced with Agricultural Machinery to work at our Leongatha workshop.

We require a person with: • Full qualifications - Agricultural Industry • Good communication skills • Able to work well with customers and fellow staff members.

• Ability to work unsupervised • Wages negotiable.

Applications in writing should be addressed to: Service Manager Gendore Tractors & Machinery Pty Ltd 82-84 Yarragon Road, Leongatha, Vic. 3953 Phone: 5662 4044 or email a.durston@gendore.com.au

30374

X BRED EWES and lambs for sale, 2nd and 3rd lambers. Lambs marked, born mid June onwards.

Very good order. Ph: 0438350616.

used machinery BALER New Holland 570, small squares, excellent condition $17,000. 0427302778.

used motorcycles KTM 525, 2004. Good bike, $3,000 ONO. 0438202222.

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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

Affordable cars at drive away prices

SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804

Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay.

All on road costs paid.

wanted AGISTMENT for dairy heifers, long term, must have adequate fences and yards. References available. 5826-0325.

wanted to buy CASH PAID farm four wheelers, ag bikes, trucks, 4WDs and ride-on mowers.

Any condition. Phone Matt 0401-194601.

anniversaries

Congratulations Ruth & Rolf Taylor on your 50th Wedding Anniversary 7/9/63 Love from your family.

birthday remembrance PEARSON - Ross.

Happy 70th birthday Gramps.

We miss you so much.

Love Ebony, Billy, Tom, Bella and Kylie.

in memoriam MARSHMAN - Tony.

Another year gone and we still miss you as much as always. Tell Dad we think of him every day, too. All our love to both.

Mum, Suzi, Peter, David and Jai. PEACH - Hilda.

16.9.1915 - 13.9.2007 Darling Hildy, We think about you always, We talk about you still.

You have never been forgotten, And you never will.

Love always Barb, Peter, Nat, Rory and Paul. Paul, Vicki, Steele and Rede.

marriage celebrant PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181

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

CAM ABOOD Leongatha 5662 4191

bereavement thanks O’LOUGHLIN - Patricia Frances (Pat).

4.4.1929 - 20.6.2013 Margaret, John and Brenda and their families wish to thank everyone for their love and support on the passing of our adored Mum and Nan. Also a big thank you to all who visited, rang, sent cards, flowers and cooked.

We also wish to thank Paul and Margaret Beck and Ray Sullivan, Father Aju of St Laurence’s and the wonderful staff of Grandridge Lodge.

deaths HAWKINS - Alex.

A wonderful hardworking volunteer and club member of the Leongatha Golf Club. Your presence will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts are with Lyle and family.

Leongatha Golf Club.

MOORE - Alan John.

24.12.1934 MOORE (Nengerman) Elsje.

24.08.1939 Tragically taken together on 5.9.2013.

Dearly loved, and loving Mum and Dad of Shane, Brett and Linda. Mother and father-in-law of Michelle and Chris, friend of Julie.

Much loved Nana and Pa to Kristie and Josh, Renae, Nick and Lachie, Brittany, Adelle and Tayla.

Married for 54 wonderful years. *** I have a memory in my heart, That time can never touch, Your loving care throughout the years, When I was growing up.

You touched my life, shared my days, We were so close in many ways, On this day the tears ran, As I sat and thought of my Mum and Dad. Always remembered.

Shane, Michelle, Kristie and Josh. *** Mum and Dad, Always together, tragically taken together, with no chance to say goodbye. I’ll remember fondly the good times we had as we were growing up.

Loved and remembered always.

Rest peacefully.

Brett, Renae, Nick and Lachie. *** If roses grow in heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for us.

Place them in my parents’ arms, and tell them they’re from us.

Tell them we love them and miss them every day, And when they turn to smile, Place a kiss upon their cheeks And hold them for a while.

deaths Because remembering them is easy, We do it every day, But there is an ache in our hearts That will never go away.

Forever and always Linda, Chris, Britt and Ben, Del and Harley, and Tay. *** Alan and Elsje Keep looking after each other as you have always done.

Remembered fondly.

Julie, Jack, Blake and Ash. Please see Herald Sun for funeral details.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to Gippsland Southern Health Service would be greatly appreciated.

MOORE - Els and Alan on 5.9.13.

My dearest friend Els. Treasured memories.

Sincere sympathy to Shane, Brett, Linda and families.

Elaine, Graham (dec) Olle and family.

MOORE - Els. Loved friend of the ‘Monday Girls’.

- Elaine O, Judy, Zel, Maie, Rhonda, Mary E, Joan, Elaine F, Iris (dec), Lorna (dec), Peg (dec) and Mary W (dec).

MOORE - Linda and Chris, Brit and Ben, Del and Harley and Tay, with our love and support to you always.

Steve, Deb, Jared, Nathan, Alicia and Baby Tannah.

MOORE - Alan and Elsje.

The Leongatha & District Cricket Association offers its condolences to Shane and Brett and their extended families on the tragic passing of Alan and Elsje.

Alan was a past LDCA president and great supporter of local cricket.

MOORE - Alan and Els. Fond neighbours and friends for 24 years, will be sadly missed.

Condolences to Shane and family.

Robert and Evelyn Dent and family.

deaths

deaths MOORE - Alan and Elsje.

Our love and thoughts are with the Moore family at this difficult time.

From the Koonwarra / Leongatha RSL Cricket Club family.

MOORE - Alan and Elsje.

To Shane, Michelle, Kristie and Josh, and Brett, Julie, Renee, Nick and Lachie, please know the committee, players and supporters of MDUFNC send their heartfelt condolences to you all on the tragic passing of dear Alan and Elsje.

We also extend our love and sympathy to Linda, Chris, Brittany, Adelle and Tayla. We are all thinking of you at this very difficult time.

SMITH (Svenson) - Hazel.

Passed away peacefully on September 2 at Koorooman House.

Thank you to all staff at Woorayl Lodge and Koorooman for her care during the last few years.

Ross, Sue, Zel and Gus. TREE - Alan Kenneth.

28.05.1927 - 02.09.2013 Cherished husband of Maggie, loving and caring dad to Anni, Ian, David and daughter-in-laws Vicki and Joanne.

Much loved Pa to Samara, Joshua, Cheyanne, Cailan, Luke and Daniel. Great Pa to Blaze and Darcy.

Loved brother of Gwen Rand.

Treasured memories.

Winners: Pound were Tim Bright, Morris Simpson, Braden Krohne and Brab Jenkins.

• LEONGATHA BADMINTON

Underdogs emerge premiers A HUGE upset occurred on grand final night of Leongatha badminton, with the Underdogs coming through with a stirring victory.

Pound had finished the season in third position on the ladder and it faced off against red hot favourite Rupee that has hardly lost a match all season.

Momentum is a strange thing in sport and Pound had all the momentum going its way. All four of its players played like it had nothing to lose, while the Rupee side appeared tentative and nervous.

Brayden Krohn and Barb Jenkins caused the upset of the night when they defeated Ian Cole and Tracey Ryan in a highly entertaining doubles encounter. This fired up Tim Bright and

Maurice Simpson who defeated Joel Langstaff and Gary McGrath in three top quality sets.

Brayden Krohn then easily defeated Ian Cole in a total turnaround from early season form 15-4. Tracey Ryan tried valiantly to reverse the trend and she defeated Barb Jenkins 15-7 in their singles battle.

Maurice Simpson then produced his best singles match for the year narrowly defeating Joel Langstaff 15-14. It was then left to Tim Bright to put the icing on the cake, winning his singles match 15-7 over a gallant Gary McGrath.

A huge upset by this steady team and a great night of badminton by all concerned.

We conclude the season and are set to resume next year in April..

Grand final result: Pound 7/123 d Rupee 2/101.

funerals RAY - A Memorial Service for the late Rohan Andrew Ray, son of Ivan and Heather Ray, will be held at Toora Bowls Club on Friday, September 13 at 1.30pm.

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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

Runners up: Rupee were Gary McGrath, Joel Langstaff, Ian Cole and Tracey Ryan.

• Wonthaggi table tennis

Justin’s back in action WONTHAGGI Table Tennis A Grade player Justin Licis returned last week after three months off with a footy injury and was in great form.

His win against Zach Anstey in a close six gamer proved that his absence has done nothing to affect his game. He also defeated Fred deBondt in four - never easy to do. Justin and team mate Steve Anstey (Can’t pick) are sitting in sixth position on the ladder but that is expected to change over the next few weeks.

A Reserve fill in player Rod Kimmmins won four of the three singles and three doubles he played last week and was in very good form.

Shaun Michael (Wannabee Cowboys) caused an upset with a surprise win over Rod (Sensational Smashers) 2119, 8-11, 11-9.

Leading B Grade team Mackenzie Gardiner, Beau Allamby (Offsiders) had a close call against Hamish Dizane, Ben Kent (USA). Mackenzie won her two sets but

Beau went down to Hamish and Ben. The doubles were the decider and went to three with Hamish and Ben looking like winners. However Mackenzie and Beau pulled out all the stops and won the close third game. Daniel Park, Will Turner (Voltage) had a close run in with Leigh Allamby, Jarrah Standish (Hotshot).

With the doubles going to Hotshot the score was 2 all.

A very tight singles between Leigh and Daniel followed, eventually won on the third

by Daniel. Voltage won the match 3-2.

A second Wonthaggi Association player has been nominated to make the Australian Junior Championships, to be played in Melbourne September 28th to October 5th. Caitlyn Taylor will play in the Under 15 Presidents Team and joined Zach Anstey (Under 18 Presidents Team) at training in Melbourne yesterday.

Heitor and Hector Hilberto to play in Queensland. Wonthaggi Association players Heitor and Hector Hilberto have moved to Queensland and will be joining Toowoomba Table Tennis Association.

Our loss is definitely their

gain. We wish them well.

They will be missed.

Ladders A Grade Here and There........ 12 SMS .......................... 12 Young and Old ......... 12 The Humans .............. 4 Blindside (bye) ............ 4 Can’t Pick.................... 4 Dutchies ...................... 0 A Reserve All is Well ................. 12 NHL Winners........... 12 Wannabee Cow .......... 8 Fluro Ninjas ............... 8 Sensational Smash ...... 8 Pixies ........................... 0 B Grade The Offsiders ........... 12 Voltage ........................ 8 Beautiful Butterflies .. 8 Hotshot ....................... 4 USA............................. 4 Hedgehogs................... 0

12 11 11 8 7 6 5

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20 18 19 18 12 13

(61) (62) (63) (67) (44) (56)

11 8 7 7 6 6

(22) (16) (17) (18) (14) (14)

Leading players A Grade Zach Antsey ...................... 6 Michael Ede ...................... 6 Bruce Harmer .................... 6 A Reserve Steve Anstey...................... 7 Hector Hilberto ................. 6 Nancy Pattinson ................ 6 Ed Beischer ....................... 6 B Grade Mackenzie Gardner ........... 6 Matthew Kent.................... 6 Daniel Park........................ 5

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Junior Parrot awards ON Friday night the Leongatha Junior Football Club held its awards night, with the club’s

best and brightest rewarded for their efforts.

The club had a big year with pre-

mierships to the Under 10s and Under 12s and a runners-up trophy to the Under 14s. The club also boasted a large contingent of interleague players.

Top Right: Under 14s: back from left, best and fairest Nathan Trotto, most improved Jack Ballagh, encouragement award Jonah Ball, encouragement award Michael McKinnon, encouragement Josh Boler and coach’s award Lachie Thomas; front from left, coach’s award Jack Dunn, runner up best and fairest Zac Caughey, most disciplined Tom Brew, most dedicated Sam Hanrahan and coach Peter Hanrahan.

Under 13s awards: back, from left, Jordan Gardner (Purple runner up best and fairest), Hayley Geary (Purple coach’s award), Brianna Weaver (Purple best and fairest), Amber Turner (Pink best and fairest), Amelia Riseley (Aqua best and fairest), front, Kelly Geary (Pink coach’s award), Maddie Birrell (Aqua coach’s award), Darci Holmes (Aqua runner up best and fairest) and Maddie Brew (Pink runner up best and fairest).

Mt Eccles Netball Club celebrates

Right: Under 13s: back from left, runner up best and fairest Brock Hasting, encouragement Matthew White and encouragement Jack Yates; front, from left, most improved Owen Schnoor, most disciplined Tom Vanderkolk, best and fairest Cam Olden and encouragement Daniel Anderson.

WITH another season of netball coming to a close the members and families of the Mt Eccles netball Club celebrated the efforts of the committee, umpires, families and players that make our club the success it is.

Left: Under 12s: back from left, most disciplined Jordan Brown, best and fairest Mason McGannon, runner up Mitchell Bentvelzen and coach Mark Cantwell; front, from left, encouragement Mark Fisher, encouragement Kye Casbolt, encouragement Blaine Cox, most improved James Ryan and encouragement Tyrone Harry.

Right: Under 11s: back, from left, encouragement Jordan Burns, encouragement Matthew Portelli, equal best and fairest Colby Michael and equal best and fairest Royce Patterson; front from left, encouragement Josh Wright, encouragement Alison Mancarella, runner up best and fairest Reegan Kemp, most improved Jay Lindsay, Xavier Robertson equal best and fairest and most disciplined Angus Ritchie.

The club’s objective is to provide everyone the opportunity to play the game they love.

In the 2013 season they had a total of 13 teams from Under 11s to A Grade.

When it came to the finals series five of the 10 eligible teams, participate in the

semi and preliminary finals, however unfortunately didn’t make the grand finals.

Overall, it was wonderful to see the continued skill development, camaraderie and sportsperson ship across the whole club and in particular the juniors.

A huge thank you, to all of the committee, coaches, parents, players and families that make it possible for us to run the club.

Thank you to the Leongatha Primary School for hosting our presentation evening.

Congratulations to our award winners for 2013 and the club looks forward to another successful year in 2014.

Under 15s awards: from left, Katherine Harms (Navy runner up best and fairest), Katelyn Gale (Navy best and fairest), Nikki Stockdale (White best and fairest) and Brittany Price (White equal runner up best and fairest).

Absent were Fasika Somerville-Smith (Navy coach’s award), Georgia Deenen (White equal runner up best and fairest) and Gemma Pruin (White coach’s award).

Left: Under 10s: back from left, coach Tim McGrath, runner-up best and fairest Ethan Lamers, encouragement award Tom Colins, most improved Kyle Brown and best and fairest Hayden Kewming; front, from left, encouragement award Ben Hanrahan, most disciplined Ned Hanley, best first year Jesse Burns and encouragement Cameron Prosser.

Absent, encouragement Zac Sholtz.

Seniors awards: from left, Corinne Hoddinott (A Grade Navy best and fairest), Kate Lew Ton (B Grade Burgundy best and fairest), Kylie Kenzie (B Grade White best and fairest) and Julia Lomas (A Grade White runner up best and fairest). Absent were Carly O’Malley (A Grade Navy runner up best and fairest), Sarah Zerbe (B Grade Burgundy runner up best and fairest), Cara Brammar and Stephanie Thoonen (B Grade White Equal runner up best and fairest) and Tegan Brammar (A Grade White best and fairest).

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SPORT | BOWLS Loch SATURDAY and Sunday saw our indoor bowls seasons wind up tournament.

Winner of singles was John Kennedy with the runner up being Val Kennedy.

Pairs winners were Jim Stinson and Maggie Hunter. Runners up were Max Crawford and Bev Bowcher.

Thursday aggregate winner with 30 points was Val Kennedy, with Les Kirk on 28 points being the runner up.

Saturday aggregate winner was Bev Bowcher with 30 points, with Marion McVicar runner up with 29 points and 239 shots up from Alan Provis 29 points and 212 shots up.

Sunday evening saw our wind up dinner and trophy presentations at the Cosy Kitchen.

Meeniyan THE very successful winter bowls program ended on Monday, September 2.

Winners were locals Max and Kath Brown with Dudley Harrison.

Runners-up were Bob Wylie Jim Murray and Larraine Godkin also Meeniyan.

Graeme and Mavis Cridge (Tarwin Lower) with Paul Holmes were third.

Thanks to Paul and Kevin Robinson who kept the teams coming on a regular basis. A big thank you to our many sponsors including Craig Young Butchers Mirboo North and MACS (Meeniyan Area Community Shop).

Wednesday social bowls continues with a small number enjoying the two games interspersed with lunch.

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Wednesday winners were Keith Pocklington, Ron Thorson and Larraine Godkin. Ron also won the lucky draw. New bowlers always welcome with a 10.30 start.

Friday was the opening night casserole tea with 40 people in attendance. A lucky door prize went to new member John Foster and other draws were won

by John, Kay Cook, John Cocking, Rob Butterworth and Irene Hill.

The special guest who officially opened the season was Marion Dewar.

Marion presented the club with an array of badges presented to Ian over his many years of involvement with bowls on a local, state and interstate level which included 3 years as state president.

Saturday was showery with a shortened program for the new season.

Marion Dewar put down the first kitty and long time tournament secretary Keith Pocklington put down the first bowl.

Peter Williams and Neville Meikle were the day’s winners with Mick Scott and Irene Hill runners up. Clare Loughrey won the lucky draw. The usual sumptuous afternoon tea followed.

With pennant season fast approaching a number of practice days have been organised. Tuesday pennant is meeting regularly with a visit from Tarwin Lower on the September 17.

On September 24 the season begins with both teams at home - ones versus Korumburra and threes versus Wonthaggi.

Those wishing to play Saturday pennant have their annual match away to Mirboo North on Septem-

To all players, coaches, officials, referees of the past and present we invite you to

Meeniyan Basketball 50 Years Celebrations October 12 & 13

Saturday October 12 at 5pm Meet at the old stadium (Youth Hall) where it all began in Meeniyan Light refreshments available Followed by tea at the Meeniyan Hotel, Casual catch up

Sunday October 13 at the Main Stadium From 10am till 4pm

A BBQ lunch will be supplied Fun games played in lunch break

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Games played. Our players of today will play their matches & display the talent they have developed.

With some teams of yesteryear showing how it was. Memorabilia on display and merchandise for sale

RSVP October 2 - Email Kim byrnes3@dcsi.net.au Or Darlene darlenejjones@hotmail.com

ber 14 and another away match to Tarwin Lower on October 5.

Pennant begins on October 12 with twos away to Loch and fours away to Inverloch. Good luck to all teams!

Saturday, September 28 is our annual grand final bowls/footy lunch beginning at 10.30. Mufti and football colours.

Names required for catering please.

Leongatha WEDNESDAY, September 4 saw the midweek social bowls take to the greens with 10 teams taking part.

The winners on the day were Lance Lancaster (s) and John Richards on two wins plus 18.

Runners-up were R. Saunders (s), T. Haywood and Les Wilson with two wins plus 12 and filling third place was the team of J. Embleton (s), Trish McCormack and E. Coulter with one win, one loss and plus four.

Friday evening, September 6 saw the club’s season 2013-14 opening dinner, with some 60 plus in attendance all enjoying a great meal and fellowship, and in the absence of the board chairman still on holidays the director of men’s bowls, Rod Jackson addressed those present and wish all the very best of bowling for season 2013-14.

Saturday, September 7 saw 10 teams take to the greens for the official season’s opening day’s bowls. The opening days traditional rolling of the ‘jack’, due to there being only a very small number of ladies present, was undertaken by the 2012-13 tournament secretary Mrs Glenda Trotman and the first bowl by the director of men’s bowls for the club Mr Rod Jackson. And as the saying goes, ‘let the games begin’ and Leongatha club’s 2013-14 was then underway.

Winners were R. Trotman (s) and E. Morris with two wins plus 15. Runnersup were B. Turner (s) and S. Symmons on two wins plus 10.

Tuesday, September 10 will see the ladies pennant practice take place commencing at 10am.

Wednesday, September 11 midweek social bowls to take place with a 1pm start, and Saturday, September 14 pennant practice and social bowls starting at 1pm.

The first of the South Gippsland ladies bowls division pennant round one will see Leongatha at home to Port Welshpool on Tuesday, September 24

for Division 2, while Division 3 ladies will travel to Foster.

The first of the men’s pennant will take place on Saturday, October 12 with Division 1 teams at home to Wonthaggi, Division 3 away to Phillip Island and Division 4 at home to Phillip Island.

Don’t forget if you wish to play pennant bowls, please ensure you have placed your name on the sheet in the clubhouse boardroom as soon as possible.

Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.

Mardan indoor IT was the Mardan annual tournament last Tuesday, September 3.

There was a good rollup of 40 players, we used five full mats and bowlers played three games of eight ends.

At the end of the evening the runners-up with two wins plus six were Charlie Tyers (s), Joyce Occhipinti, Jeannie Baker and Grahame Tobias.

Winners with three wins plus 27 were Robert Mathies (s), Joe Occhipinti, Veronica Kilpin and Joy Dyson.

After bowls we enjoyed a lovely supper with lots of raffles and prizes, concluding the president of Mardan club Vito Serafino thanked everyone for attending.

It was a great night of bowls and the end of the season. We wish all other clubs and members merry Christmas and Mardan looks forward to next year.

Buffalo indoor ON Wednesday, September 4 there were 12 players on a nice night to bowl which saw four teams of three.

We played three games of eight ends with six bowls and there was a countback in all places.

In fourth (LLW) 10 ends, skipper Charlie Tumino, Alex Thompson, Illene Tiziani, third (LWL) 11 ends, skipper Andrew Hanks, Graeme Tobias, Glenys Pilkington; second (WLW) 13 ends, skipper Rod McConchie, Joyce Occhipinti, Peter Tiziani; first (WWL) 14 ends, skipper Toni Heldens, Joe Occhipinti, Mary Tumino.

The best first game Toni 8-3, second Toni 122, third Rod 13-4.

We hope to see you all next Wednesday at 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall.

Korumburra volleyball Round 8 A Grade: Bugs drew Champions (1:1) 25:12, 24:26, 12:11.

Giants d Warriors (2:1) 25:18, 14:25, 25:14, 9:8.

Pirates d Golliwogs (3:0) 25:22, 25:18, 25:10.

B Grade: Panthers d Chargers (2:1) 25:23, 25:17, 8:14.

Shark Bait d Misfits (2:1) 25:19, 25:17, 16:19.

HELP d M. G. Holy Cows (3:0) 25:15, 25:18, 25:10.

First winners: Gary Hardy, Gail Burge, Gloria Growse and Wayne Parks were the winners, beating the runners-up by eight shots in the club opening day game.

Service awards: proud and delighted with their awards are Mavis Park (Outstanding Service Award and 50 Year Continuous Affiliation Certificate) and Norm West (50 Year Continuous Affiliation Certificate).

Inverloch bowls THE official opening of the Club was on Saturday, September 7 under spring weather conditions.

The 50 club members enjoyed some showers but the occasion of the day was not dampened.

It was a special day as two of our long serving and dedicated members were presented with awards in recognition of their achievements.

Our honoured members, Mavis Parks and Norm West were the recipients of Bowls Victoria awards.

We were pleased to have Creagh Bown representing Bowls Victoria present the certificates to them.

Ann Green, SGBD Deputy President and Cr Jordan Crugnale also attended as our guests.

Mavis Parks was awarded the Outstanding Service Award in recognition of her years of extraordinary service at the club from an administrative level serving as President, Vice President, Treasurer, Committee member, Coach as well as office bearer for the Gippsland Hills/South Gippsland Association.

In addition, her accomplishments as a player extended to the bowling greens of Inverloch, South Gippsland Association and State level.

Mavis is the first of our valued senior members to be awarded this Outstanding Service Award and a worthy candidate she is.

Mavis began playing at Inverloch at the club’s opening day in 1961 and is the only one of that era that is still playing today.

Admirably 52 years as a continuous member of the one club is quite an achievement in its own right.

In acknowledgement of this continuous affiliation with Bowls Victoria, Mavis received a certificate recognising her lengthy membership in bowls.

Norm West also achieved this milestone of 50 years continuous affiliation. Norm started bowling in Korumburra when he was 32 years old.

He then went to Melbourne and bowled at Tooronga, Heathmont and Ringwood before returning to South Gippsland and joining Inverloch.

During these 50 years, Norm has accumulated many bowling achievements.

He won the Inverloch Men’s Pairs 12 times as well as being Club Champion twice.

Norm had success at the Division level with numerous SGBA Fours, Triples and Mixed Triple trophies won.

He also played in 10 Division 1 winning Pennant sides.

Norm remains a true club man helping with Bingo over many years and fund raising where needed.

All members wish Mavis and Norm all the best in the years ahead.

Both of them have left their mark on the club through their bowling successes and dedication and service.

After the award ceremony, members were treated to refreshments organised by our lady members.

It was then time to officially open the greens for season 2013-2014.

This honour was left to our club champions; Lorraine Dowson, Ladies Club Champion and Kieran Gardiner, Men’s Club Champion to roll the first jack and bowl.

After this was done, Cr Crugnale showed us her bowling skills and announced that the greens were now open for the new season.

One game of 12 ends was played with the team of Gloria Growse, Gail Burge, Wayne Parks and Gary Hardy triumphant.

More refreshments awaited the players after the game.

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thestar.com.au Wonthaggi ladies LAST Wednesday saw shorts, sandals and sun umbrellas, a big change from the last few weeks of golfing days.

As the weather had conspired the playing of August Medal, the September Medal drew a good field of 25 players out enjoying the great conditions.

The couple of fine days make a huge difference to the course and it is in great shape.

The A Grade and medal was decided on a count back and Marg Johnson 83 (11) 72 net was given the nod on a count back from Jan Jeeves 88 (16) 72 net.

B Grade winner was Pam Russell 95 (19) 76 net, and C Grade was won by Dot Hardeman 104 (28) 76 net on count back from Chris Hamilton 112 (36) 76.

The putting was a close contest with Pam

Russell 31 putts winning on countback from Jan Jeeves, Robyn Wilkinson and Marg Johnson.

Pro pin on the 8th was Marg Johnson and NTP on the 17th was Jan Jeeves.

Balls down the line went to M Johnson 72, J Jeeves 72, D Grimmond 75, A Walker 76, P Russell 76, R Wilkinson 76, D Hardeman 76 and C Hamilton 76.

Drive of the day belonged to Anne Walker with the shorter 6th hole. She drove to within 60 metres of the green.

Upcoming events include the AGM at the Wonthaggi Golf Club on Tuesday at 7pm; SGLGA seniors at Woorayl on Friday, September 20; the Ladies Dinner on Monday, September 23 - please RSVP; and the Centenary Park Visit is on September 25.

Martin (17Pts) with Karen Orford D.T.L. (15pts) On Saturday Barb Fleming put her best foot forward with a wonderful round of 110-4268. Well done Barb. D.T.L. Marg Berry 78.

Meeniyan SATURDAY’S event, sponsored by the golf club, was medal day. The A Grade, and medal winner, was A. Kuhne (16) with 68 (ASADA has been notified). Runner-up was J. Stoiljkovic (12) with 69.

The winner of B Grade was W. Reilly (24) with 71 and L. Redpath (21) was next with 74. 26 putts was a win for D. Thomas. The pro pin went to D. Gregg and L. Redpath won the member’s draw.

Tuesday was another win to A. Kuhne (15) with 40 pts, followed by F. Stalker (21) 35 pts and C. Stewart (22) 34 pts.

Best 9 was G. Burridge and NTP was D. Gregg.

Thursday’s event was won

by P. Johnston (13) with 40 pts with J. Cusack (27) next with 39. Best 9 to D. Gregg and NTP to R. McGeary.

Congratulations to our footy tipping winner – P. Hutchinson – with 172. A big thank you to C.Graeme, W. Reilly and W. Bullock for all of their work around the course recently.

Meeniyan ladies Winners: B Grade winner Pam Russell, A Grade and Medal Marg Johnson.

Absent Dot Hardeman.

Foster THE course is now in good condition with the curators very busy on the mowers keeping up with a burst of grass growth.

On Tuesday, September 3 veteran Fred Tyers(12) was on fire - shooting a great round of 78 off the stick to record +6 and win easily. DTL balls went to Peter Dight (8) on +2 and Kevin Witheridge (10) on -2. NTP was Larry Giddy.

On September 5 Peter Dight (8) won with 33 pts from Neil Chandler (17) on 32 pts. Peter was also NTP. There were no players on Friday, September 6 - people obviously needing the time to study the form for the election the next day.

On Saturday it was Medal Day with trophies provided by Pat McKay. The Claw Steve Reid made it two in a row in winning the Medal with 80-10-70.

B Grade was won by Greg Paine with 90-16-74. DTL ball winners were Peter Dight 798-71, Terry Jewson 86-15-71, Lloyd McKenzie 80-8-72 and Paul Robertson 79-6-73. The best scratch scores were from Paul Robertson in A Grade and Greg Paine in B Grade.

The putting went to Lloyd McKenzie with 28 putts.

NTP winners were Colin Pulham, David Hutchinson, Terry Jewson, Norm Cooper and John Mathers.

Tim Gash finally took out the encouragement award after just missing out on previous occasions.

Ladies – Jenny Mountford prevailed with 97-18-79 from Gayle Reid with 101-21-80.

Jocelyn Towns was NTP. Carmen Thompson was not present to get the $600 cash when her name was drawn last Friday. It will be $650 this week.

The Saturday golfer’s cash draw for $240 saw David Edgely drawn but he missed out so it will be $260 for the draw at 5.30 pm next Saturday.

The Saturday Golfers

card draw was won by Gary Clavarino.

The Ladies Housewives Gala Day is coming up and the girls have plenty of fun ideas.

If anyone has old or novel golf shoes or hats the girls would love to get them to use in their “props” on the day. You can leave these with the bar staff at the club.

Coming events Thursday, September 12 - par.

Friday, September 13 - chicken run - holes 1 to 9. Friday, September 13 members’ draw - $650 - 6.30 to 8pm.

Saturday, September 14 par. Saturday, September 14 - golfers $260 cash draw at 5.30 pm.

Tuesday, September 17 stableford.

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Leongatha COLIN WATSON Holden sponsored Saturday’s stroke event which included the Monthly Medal.

Geoff McDonald (8) took out the A Grade with a nett 71 and also had the best Scratch score of 79.

The Medal and B Grade was won by Mark Boler (29) with a nett 70.

The Pro Pin on the 14th was won by Steve Fisher and Ian Murchie took out the NTP on the 16th.

DTL Balls went down to nett 77 on a countback and were awarded to Brendon Simon, Barry Attwood, Peter Brownlie, Russell Williams, Tony Goldie, Steve Fisher, Chris Leaver, Phillipe Du Plessis, Fred Debono, Merv Stubbs, Max Kavanah and Glen Marsham.

On Tuesday 46 players took part in a Par competition with Glenn Marsham playing off 11 taking out the A Grade in a countback with +1.

Les Newton (25) took out B Grade with a good score of +3.

NTP’s were Chris Leaver on the 14th and Andy Cairns on the 16th.

Balls were won by Peter Hobson, Michael Thomas, George Alexander, Ted Bruinewoud, John Eabry, Eddie Poole, Alan Edney, Anthony Clemann, Joe Lovell and John Hassett.

Lyre Bird Hill Winery sponsored a Stableford event on Thursday with Merv Stubbs (17) taking out the A Grade prize with 36 points.

Al Sperling (20) was successful in B Grade on a countback with 34 points.

Keith Godridge took out NTP on the 14th and Barry Attwood was closest on the 16th.

Balls were awarded to Keith Finney, Keith Godridge, Peter Hartigan, Mick Oliver, Ian Barlow, Ross Paul, Peter Brownlie, Allan Edney, Joe Lowell and Bruce Clark.

Next Saturday is the Vern Pease 4 Person Ambrose event for men, ladies and mixed.

The weather is warming and the course is in excellent condition so get a team organised and make it a great day.

Leongatha ladies WITH the sun on our backs, and run on the fairways 47 ladies enjoyed the conditions for our Monthly Medal event last Wednesday.

Anna DeBondt took out the medal and B Grade with a fine 91 -19- 72. Toni West took out the scratch event and also A Grade with another fine score of 84 -11- 73. Pam Christensen won C Grade 113 -33- 88 and evergreen Pat West won D Grade 123 -40- 83. Bev Martin had the least putts (30) to take out this month’s award. Well done ladies!

Nearest the Pins went to Pat Pease (14th) and Anna DeBondt (16th) D.T.L. Balls went to Wendy Parker (76), Jan Paice (79), Val Brydon (78), Marea Maher, Sharyn Rayson and Shirley Welsford (79), Loris Clark and Dot Stubbs (81), Barb Miller and Wendy Brown (82) on c/b.

The 9 hole stableford event was won by Hannah

WITH the golf course, recovering well from the recent rain and the noise of the mowers in the background, nine players set out to play for the September medal.

Heather Poletti came in with the best score of the day with a nice 74 net, Veronica Park was the runner up with 77 and Irene Holm won the best nine with 37 ½ .

Congratulations to our country team member in Andrea Thorson who played and her caddie Tanya Thorson you both did Meeniyan proud.

A big thank you to the Leongatha lady members who welcomed us last week to join in their day’s event, we all enjoyed the day and the company.

Woorayl SATURDAY’s stableford event was sponsored by Retire and Wealth.

The best score of the day went to our A Grade winner Zac Trease with 41 points.

Runner-up was Peter Burgess.

B Grade was won by Frank Dekker from Jason Redmond with 36 points and C Grade was won by Max Wood from Bob Beilby with 35 points.

Balls were given out as follows: J. Howard, J. Barton, G. Calder, G. McKinnon, S. Sullivan, G. Winkler, G. Young and A. McEachern.

Brian Hogan and Danny Dwyer won nearest the pins.

The ball raffle went to the ‘Twig’ syndicate.

Our Thursday stableford competition went to Max Wood with 35 points and a ball to Alan McEachern. Ross Winkler was nearest the pin on the 17th.

Next week is a two man ambrose sponsored by Edney’s Nissan.

Woorayl ladies WITH the course in magnificent condition, we saw quite a few players returning to compete for the September Monthly Medal last week.

The medal winner was Jenny Riseley (26) with 79 net, on a count back from Shirley Thomas (15) and Thel Scoble (24). A Grade winner was Shirley Thomas and B Grade was won by Jenny Riseley, with balls down the line going

to Thel Scoble, Dot Jarvis and Sue Wakefield. The best putter was Shirley Thomas with 32 putts. Nearest the pin on the 8th, 11th and 17th was Sue Wakefield, who must have had her tee shots under control last week!

Next Wednesday will be Captain and Presidents’ Day with assembly at 9.00 for a 9.30 shotgun start, could all players please bring some afternoon tea.

Wonthaggi WHAT a great three months we have in front of us with spring weather and the course drying out and looking magnificent.

On Saturday we played the monthly medal and had a terrific field of 94 players.

A Grade and monthly medal winner was M. Johnson 66 net, B Grade G. Crawford 72 net and C Grade Hoots Shandley Hooton 72 net.

Balls down the line: R. Steer 71, M. Scott, I. Baker, C. Andrew, B. Dicker 73; P. Dell, D. Vanagtmaal 74; D. Green, J. French, J. Sartori, N. Burns 75; K. Jameson, B. Vanagtmaal, I. McDonald 76.

Nearest the pin: 2nd J. Wade, 8th D. Vanagtmaal, 13th I. Baker, 17th K. Ridout.

On Sunday we hosted the South Gippsland fourball championships. A big thank you to Dennis Stanes and Lee Strosser for their assistance.

Well done to all players especially Darren Green and Michael Scott for winning the event once again with a great score of six under 66.

Don’t forget the annual general meeting on Tuesday, September 17 at 7pm, hope all members can attend.

Have a great week and I will see you all on the course this Saturday.

Mirboo North THE winner of the stableford competition played on Thursday, September 5 was John Blunsden (20) 41 pts.

Down the line: R. Beilby 38 pts (Woorayl), I. Evison 37, P. Garlick 36.

On Saturday, September 7 the competition was monthly medal and Star medal and Colin Watson Trophy (spring round). Medal winner was Hank Zuidema (26) 66 net.

Down the line: N. Whitelaw 69 net, P. Garlick 70, M. Payne 71, S. McInnes 72 net countback.

2nd shot nearest the pin 1st hole: H. Zuidema.

Nearest the pin: 4th T. Bradshaw, 6th N. Bracecamp, 13th R. Funnell, 16th J. McFarlane.

The winner of this year’s Star Medal is Mal Payne (10) 71 net.

Korumburra THERE were 36 players for the stroke monthly medal competition (C.W.M.T.) on Saturday, September 7, with trophies by Ken and Tim O’Neill.

Goyne handicap (22 hcp): D. Hislop 73 net. Parry scratch: T. O’Neill 78 O.T.S. Junior: T. Marotti 76 net.

A Grade (11 hcp): J. Solly 73 net, runner-up on countback D. O’Neill 73; B. Clasby, C. Clasby, D. Austin 75.

B Grade (22 hcp): D. Hislop 73 net, runner-up sixway countback M. Webb, K. Pope, G. Jones 73; I. Cash 74, S. Osboldstone 75.

Nearest the pin: 1st I. Cash, 7th I. Cash, 13th J. Solly.

NAGA: M. Belvedere 92 net.

Tuesday’s winner was L. Sharp 37 pts countback, and Thursday’s winner was L. Sharp 36 pts.

Notices: Knockouts November 3.

Lynette McIvor: winner of Korumburra’s September Monthly Medal.

Korumburra ladies LAST Wednesday, 23 ladies played golf at Korumburra and were fortunate to have ideal weather. The course was also much drier under foot after some lovely sunny days at the beginning of the spring season.

The events for the day were stroke, putting and the monthly medal, which were kindly sponsored by the House of Golf.

Section 1 (0-22) was won by Chris Rickard 98 (22) 76 net and the runner-up was Lee Clements 89 (11) 78 net.

Lynette McIvor was the winner of Section 2 (23-45) with 98 (23) 75 net. Lynette won the monthly medal in August and followed up with another good round, to also be the September monthly medallist. Well done, Lyn! Runner-up in Section 2 was Marg Harper 111 (31) 80 net on a countback from Kath Welsh (25).

Scratch score winner was Lee Clements with 89. Kath Welsh, 80 net and Judy Webb and Barb Twite, with 82 nett, won the balls down the line.Putting was won by Betty Thomson with just 25 putts. Nearest the pins were Chris Rickard on the 1st and Lee Clements on the 13th.

The raffle prize was kindly baked and donated by Marie Brooks and won by Carie Harding.

Five girls played on Saturday with the weather changing to cold and wet and consequently only four completed the 18 holes. The RB handicap winner was Betty Thomson with 113 (29) 84 nett and Debbie Wrigley was the runner-up.

Betty was the winner of the putting on Wednesday, and to prove it wasn’t a once-off, followed up by another win, with 29 putts.

Next Saturday is a Canadian foursomes event, if numbers permit (or may revert to stableford).

Coming up this Wednesday, is the 18 holes Canadian foursomes followed by lunch and then the AGM at 2.30pm. Players are reminded to be at the club about 8.45am for a 9.30am shotgun start. All are welcome to attend the AGM, even if not playing golf.

A reminder the Doris Chambers Foursomes event is on September 25. There is a sign-up sheet for this event and then a seeded draw will be completed for starting times.

TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area.

To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below.

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

At Port Phillip Heads

SEPTEMBER Time

11 WED

12 THUR

13 FRI

14 SAT

15 SUN

16 MON

17 TUE

height (metres)

0339 0915 1540 2137

1.59 0.48 1.54 0.24

0421 0956 1617 2216

1.57 0.52 1.51 0.23

0504 1036 1657 2259

1.53 0.56 1.47 0.24

0553 1119 1741 2344

1.47 0.60 1.43 0.28

0648 1205 1833

1.41 0.65 1.37

0034 0754 1300 1938

0.33 1.36 0.69 1.32

0135 0905 1409 2101

0.40 1.34 0.69 1.31

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

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Leongatha and District Netball grand finals

A Grade premiers: Town, from left, Kerri Bentvelzen, Emma Smith, Stacey Witton, Melissa Beardsworth, Tracy Miles, Samantha Smith, Joanne Dyer and Michelle Chandler.

A Grade best and fairest: winner Tracey Miles (Town) and runner up Corinne Hoddinott (Mt Eccles).

Left: B Grade best and fairest: winner Kate Lew Ton (Mt Eccles) and equal runners up Kate Riley (Town) and Kayla Beardsworth (Town).

Right: B Grade premiers: Town Black, back from left, Kate Riley, Mariah Grant, Amy Egan, Kayla Beardsworth, Erin Baudinette, Suzi Bath, front, Deanna Jackson and Holly Hurst.

Above: C Grade equal best and fairest: Helena Brew (Town) and Geniveve Scholte (Meeniyan).

Left: C Grade premiers: Meeniyan and District Blue, back from left, Rebecca Mangafico, Erika Pocklington, Geniveve Scholte, Eloise Scholte, Kirsten Mowat, Alanna Bright, front, Kathryn Waters and Sarah Sauvarin.

Saturday, September 7 13/Under: Mirboo North Purple 22 d Mirboo North Gold 21.

15/Under: Town Black 31 d Mirboo North 22.

C Grade: Meeniyan & District Blue 40 d Mirboo North Gold 37.

B Grade: Town Black 39 d Town Tangerine 32.

A Grade: Town 43 d St Laurence 38.

Results of LDNA finals raffle: 1st prize ladies pamper pack (Leongatha Skin Therapy - facial voucher, Buzz Hair Studio - wash, cut and blowdry, nourishing oil product) - Sharon Jones.

2nd prize relax pack (A.W. Smith Home Hardware - outdoor chairs) - Lyn Brown.

3rd prize yummy pack (Rusty Windmill - coffee and cake voucher) - Naomi Pratt.

Under 15 premiers: Town Black, from left, Madison Wight, Chelsea Hofman, Kaili Pritchett, Lily Aikers, Melissa Tenneyenhuis (coach), Milly James, Millie Hannon, Elly Egan and Melanie Plunkett.

Under 13 equal best and fairest: Hayley Wight (Town) and Charlie Chila (Mirboo North).

Under 15 best and fairest: winner Rachel Francis (Mirboo North) and runner up Madison Wright (St Laurence).

Left: Under 13 premiers: Mirboo North Purple, back from left, Sarah Francis, Rona Goldman, Felicity Poland Mary Gourlay, middle, Sienna Falkington, Lucinda Graeme, Chloe Maxwell and, front, Biancca Kelly.

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Tigers end Power’s season AS expected with all the final’s matches so far, this contest had a huge build up, especially with both sides recording a win over each other in the lead up games during the season.

With such a hot contest it was disappointing there was only a very small crowd in attendance to see this battle.

Morwell began well, doing all the attacking but having trouble getting the range in front of goal. A free kick to former Collingwood star Tarkyn Lockyer resulted in a goal for the Tigers but Wonthaggi returned fire with a goal through Dom O’Connor.

Aaron Ware, Nathan Jones and Joel Liddle were providing plenty of drive for the Power but it was Morwell that was controlling the centre and running the ball wide into their forward line. Morwell’s backline lead by Tom Crosby, Adam Bailey and Michael Duncan was doing a good job on the Power forwards and rebounding the ball into attack.

Morwell’s captain Joel Soutar was providing strong leadership around the pack along with Lockyer. When O’Connor marked strongly again and goaled scores were even but it was the Tigers who had most of the play. They had caught the inaccuracy bug from the opposition. Jack Blair, Aaron Guilmartin and Matt Coyne were working hard to hold the Morwell forwards as the ball moved back and forth between the half-back lines. A great snap by coach Harmit Singh gave Morwell a narrow lead of five points at quarter time ina very tight struggle. With cleaner disposal of the ball and with their running game going well the Tigers should have been much further in front. But to Wonthaggi’s credit it worked hard and was never going to let this happen. The battle lines had been drawn.

Troy Harley put Wonthaggi in front with a great spin out of the pack for a goal but Dowling got the lead back with a goal immediately.

Morwell was prepared to switch play and run, keeping procession of the ball. A turnover down back was costly for Wonthaggi allowing an easy goal to Michael Ross. Byron Dryden was providing plenty of run out of the backline and was doing a great job on Morwell’s gun forward Dean McDonald. A free kick gave the reliable Nathan Jones a goal

and the difference at half time was six points.

This was anyone’s game.

The key to winning this match would be who could get control of the stoppages and win the ball out of the centre.

First goal of the second half went to Jeff Ryan but Wonthaggi responded with a long goal to Aaron Ware. Then Morwell’s McDonald swept into the action with two telling marks and goals and it looked like the Tigers were taking control of the game. It had been a low scoring affair up to now but the game was starting to split open. But true to the pattern of play Wonthaggi responded through Chris Wylie’s goal. The tackling of Morwell had lifted and the contest had gone up in intensity. Johnston goaled for Morwell with some strong body work and Morwell’s defence continued to hold back the attack of Wonthaggi. Tom Crosby in particular took several telling marks at full back. With four goals to two goals for the quarter Morwell was putting the pressure on the opposition.

The game had slowed noticeably and the Tigers were still first to the ball. The crowd was waiting for the challenge to come from Wonthaggi as it has done so many times before.

Morwell very workmanlike continued to control the ball movement but still couldn’t put Wonthaggi away on the scoreboard. This was desperate stuff.

Wonthaggi’s backline was still in there battling hard and Morwell was held scoreless for the quarter. The only problem was that Wonthaggi even in these excellent conditions was also struggling to get a score on the board to mount this challenge.

Youngster Andrew Murray helped himself to a great running goal but time was against Wonthaggi that was looking tired. The damage had been done and the running game of Morwell, along with its clever handball and team balance had delivered it the well deserved win to go forward to the next round of the finals.

Next week Morwell faces traditional rivals Maffra in what should be another fierce game with the prize being a shot at red hot favourite sale in the grand final.

Wonthaggi has had a great season fronting the finals for the first time since rejoining the Gippsland League. It has a tremendous line up of talented youngsters who will be eagerly awaiting the start of the new season. Roll on 2014.

Reserves After finishing the season on top of the ladder Wonthaggi started favourites against second placed Warragul in the second semi-final played at Moe. This was always going to be a close game with honours shared with one win a piece in the home and away games.

Wonthaggi began slowly in windy conditions and the pressure was on from the first bounce. Warragul was using the ball better with cleaner disposal and the backline led

by Glen Jobe, Reece Jones and Wayne Luke had to work hard to keep the side in the game.

Lachie Jones, Josh Olden and Ky Atkinson were busy around the ground but the team performance was patchy.

Will Joplin was dominating the ruck work and Adam Zanella was presenting well also along with Shane Hamilton up forward but scoring was difficult for both sides.

It was a low scoring game but Warragul held a 16 point lead at half time and the same at three quarter time. Wonthaggi was struggling to get into the game but Warragul just couldn’t put it away.

Ben Bowman, Nick Edney, Jake Proctor and Scott McIntosh were leading the way for Warragul, with Proctor damaging up forward with three important goals. Rod Tack, the leading goal kicker in the league for Wonthaggi was quiet but his three goals were a lifter for his team.

Wonthaggi was in need of a good hit out and the longer the game went the better it got, coming home hard in the final quarter. Unfortunately it ran out of time and went down by three points.

It will be looking at a much improved performance and greater consistency when they it fires up in the Preliminary final at Morwell next Sunday.

Thirds The Power youngsters were up against a very tall, quick and very talented Magpie side boosted by the inclusion of two Gippy Power representatives.

Sale was on the scoreboard first and applying pressure to the Power backline. It was moving the ball accurately and quickly into attack.

It had four goals on the board in no time and the game was already looking out of Wonthaggi’s reach. However Wonthaggi was never going to be intimidated and it would take its chances if given.

Wonthaggi suddenly was back in the game when Julian

Zahra goaled and this was followed by goals to Jakeb Thomas and the busy Pat Ryan. It was steadily working its way back into the match and its backline led by Toma Huther, Jordan Fletcher, Luke O’Connor and Max Combridge was now starting to manage the dangerous Sale forwards.

The game was levelling out and the contest was becoming very fierce as Wonthaggi’s confidence was lifting noticeably. Zac Petrovic, Jayden Allison, Charlie Rossetti and Jamie McIntosh were providing plenty of drive for the Magpies and Macca Bristow was putting the score on the board with three quick goals.

A costly turnover gave Sale an easy goal to kick off the second quarter and they piled on two more goals quickly to put Wonthaggi under pressure.

Tim Landells got one back for the Power from an acute angle and this again lifted the side. Jarrod Membrey, Steven Scott and Johan Van Zanen were playing well for the Power under real pressure and the game was a great contest.

Sale still hadn’t put Wonthaggi away and Power was playing

2ND SEMI FINALS RESERVES Warragul 7.6.48 d Wonthaggi 7.3.45 Warragul Goals: J. Proctor 3, B. Monahan 1, D. Bramstedt 1, B. Egan 1, M. Nankervis 1.

Best: B. Bowman, N. Edney, J. Proctor, S. McIntosh, A. Rhodes, C. Minichiello.

Wonthaggi Goals: R. Tack 3, J. Olden 2, W. Luke 1, G. Jobe 1.

Best: L. Jones, J. Olden, R. Jones, S. Hamilton, K. Atkinson, W. Luke.

with great determination.

Pat Ryan goaled twice and Wonthaggi was again in reach of its opponents. Dylan StaceyVan Steeensel was courageous down back for Wonthaggi with his great tackling but Sale was starting to kick away with a series of goals to Allison and Johnson.

The game was firmly in Sale’s grasp but Wonthaggi was giving everything it had.

A great left-foot snap to Ryan was a just reward for the hard work of his team mates.

In the end a solid, well deserved win to Sale. Wonthaggi had earned the respect of its opponents with its never give in attitude and hard work.

This game showcased again the terrific talent in the junior ranks of the Gippsland League.

Wonthaggi has now bowed out of the finals but has aquitted itself wonderfully this season and given several of these talelented young players the chance to step into the senior ranks.

• Parrots netball OTHER MATCHES 2ND SEMI FINALS SENIORS Sale 8.11.59 d Maffra UNDER 18 Traralgon 5.10.40 d Bairnsdale 4.4.28 UNDER 16 Traralgon 12.6.78 d Sale 6.5.41 1ST SEMI FINALS RESERVES Morwell 7.3.45 d Sale 4.7.31 UNDER 16 Moe 9.7.61 d Maffra 4.3.27

wide players and the defensive midfield partnership of Stu Hutchison and Gene Parini held off the Dragon’s trademark surges through the centre.

It seemed the teams would go to the break on level terms until a bad bounce led Stars Goalie Jean Tomasi to lose his grip on the ball , and when a Dragons player pounced, the ball slipped agonisingly through Tomasi’s hands and just found the back of the net.

It was an unlucky setback for the Stars but they regrouped at half time and kept pushing forward looking for an equaliser. This allowed Drouin to find some gaps in the hitherto watertight Stars defence and the favourites began to look more dangerous. The Dragons found the all-important second goal to give them a cushion after they created an opening down the wing and thereafter it was always going to be a huge job for the Stars to come back.

Morwell Goals: D. MacDonald 2, L. Dowling 1, M. Ross 1, H. Singh 1, T. Lockyer 1, J. Ryan 1, M. Johnston 1.

Best: T. Crosby, A. Bailey, M.P. Duncan, J. Soutar, T. Ryan, J. Ryan.

Wonthaggi Goals: D. O’Connor 2, N. Jones 1, A. Murray 1, C. Wylie 1, T. Harley 1, A. Ware 1.

Best: J. Blair, A. Ware, J. Liddle, N. Jones, M. Coyne, A. Guilmartin.

UNDER 18 Sale 12.8.80 d Wonthaggi 7.2.44 Sale Goals: J. Allison 3, M. Bristow 3, E. Johnson 2, J. McIntosh 1, Z. Petr5ovic 1, J. Thomas 1, J. Woods 1.

Best: Z. Petrovic, C. Rossetti, J. McIntosh, E. Johnson, J. Allison, J. Woods.

Wonthaggi Goals: P. Ryan 4, T. Landells 1, J. Zahra 1, J. Thomas 1.

Best: T. Huther, J. Fletcher, J. Membrey, S. Scott, M. Combridge, J. Van Zanen.

There were still chances for the Stars and Tim Gilbert was playing superbly up front but the Dragons defence held firm.

When the final whistle came the Dragons had triumphed 2-0 but the Stars could hold their heads high after a great performance in their first ever final.

Women It was a fantastic day at Leongatha for the women’s semi finals when the Stars faced Phillip Island.

The teams were very evenly matched; both in the strength of their defence and up front.

The Stars took on every challenge down the wings forcing Phillip Island out to the very corner flags making crosses and cut backs very difficult for Phillip Island. They had the lion’s share of shots at goal and posed a real threat to Phillip Island’s goalie.

The score at half time remained 0-0.

Second chance needed A Grade Sale 45 d Leongatha 41.

Best on court: Kathy Reid A disappointing loss, however the first quarter saw us scoring off many turn overs keeping us in the game.

Excellent defensive pressure throughout the whole game, unfortunately just couldn’t capitalise off all our opportunities. Preliminary next week against Morwell for another

crack at the grand final.

B Grade Morwell 48 d Leongatha 44. Best on court: Courtney Lever After leading all game unfortunately the Parrot girls lost their drive in the last quarter and Morwell was able to get ahead. A disappointing loss that has left the girls with fire in their belly and a point to prove this week.

NETBALL

1ST SEMI FINALS SENIORS Morwell 8.17.65 d Wonthaggi 7.6.48

2ND SEMI FINALS A GRADE Sale 45 d Leongatha 41 B GRADE Morwell 48 d Leongatha 44 C GRADE Traralgon 37 d Morwell 23 UNDER 17 Traralgon 33 d Sale 31 UNDER 15 Traralgon 27 d Sale 25 UNDER 13 Maffra 37 d Sale 18 1ST SEMI FINALS A GRADE Morwell 56 d Drouin 54 B GRADE Moe 44 d Traralgon 42 C GRADE Bairnsdale 31 d Wonthaggi 30 UNDER 17 Moe 49 d Wonthaggi 41 UNDER 15 Wonthaggi 33 d Maffra 31 UNDER 13 Traralgon 33 d Bairnsdale 17

Dragons hold off brave Stars DROUIN Dragons have booked themselves a place in their third successive grand final after overcoming a brave South Coast Stars in a hard fought game at Leongatha on Sunday.

It was only three weeks ago that the Dragons thrashed the Stars 10-2, and the minor premiers could have been forgiven for treating the finals game as a formality, particularly as the Stars had finished close to 20 points behind them in the league.

It became clear from the beginning however that the Stars had not come to make up the numbers and in the first half hour it was the underdogs from Inverloch who had the better chances.

The Stars midfield matched or bettered their highly touted opponents and they managed to set up several chances for the forwards. The Stars even had the ball in the net but a marginal offside call kept the Dragons on level terms. In defence, the Stars were managing to marginalise the Dragon’s

Shot: Meg Rosser puts up a goal for Leongatha on the weekend.

Both teams came out battling in the second half.

The weather could do no wrong which made conditions perfect all around. Phillip Island picked up on its attack and made many runs down both wings with some very speedy midfielders and wingers which pushed the Stars to their limits of stamina.

Phillip Island was determined to keep the ball in its attacking half, pulled out all the stops and switched up the play to suit an all out attack.

South Coast remained steadfastly strong in defence which is all they could do at this stage of the game and with a mere three minutes to go Phillip Island headed a great goal past South Coast goalie Gabby Harris after a barrage of previously saved shots. Alas this ended the finals for South Coast as the whistle blew and Phillip Island go on to play in the grand final. All in all a thrilling game played fairly and with good grace.

Quick pass: Kate McCracken gets the ball off in B Grade for the Parrots.

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Leongatha bow out BEAUTIFUL sunshine and beautiful pitches greeted the semi finalists in Leongatha on Sunday.

Second placed Leongatha was evenly matched against third placed Wonthaggi.

Throughout the home and away season, the two teams had fought out some tough battles and this game would be no exception.

It was a highly defensive contest in the first half with both teams stacking their back line.

It took some time, but Wonthaggi opened the scoring, breaking past the Leon-

gatha defence and followed it up shortly after. The Knights ran hard, but couldn’t slip past the taller Wonthaggi defenders.

The second half saw Leongatha determined to bridge the gap. Going back to the more familiar 4-1-4-1 formation, the Knights’ teamwork looked to be the stronger style of play and their opportunities came thick and fast.

But again it was Wonthaggi’s fast breaks and taller, older defence that was the Knights’ downfall. Wonthaggi walked away with the win 4 goals to 1.

Knight’s players wish them the best of luck for next week’s grand in Drouin.

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Hillberg Alberton’s best ALBERTON Football Netball League recognised its most talented netballers last Wednesday with its annual vote count and awards night at Meeniyan.

Rising stars: from left, Britt Thomas from Dalyston, Sophie Scott from Inverloch-Kongwak, Kelsey Angwin from Foster, Jacquie Snooks from Korumburra-Bena and Holly Monaghan from Stony Creek.

A Grade: best and fairest runner-up Jessica Gordon from Stony Creek. Winner, Christie Hillberg from Korumburra-Bena was absent on the night.

B Grade: best and fairest player, Nicole McKenzie from Foster.

Runner-up Elysia Shaw from Fish Creek was absent on the night.

Korumburra-Bena’s Christie Hillberg took home the most coveted trophy for the evening, scoring 41 votes to take out the A Grade Best and Fairest over the runner-up, Stony Creek’s Jessica Gordon on 35 votes.

The B Grade count was tight at the top after 10 rounds, with four main contenders vying it out to take home the trophy.

Foster’s Nicole McKenzie eventually ran out to lead the pack and won the prize with 31 votes, while Elysia Shaw from the Fish Creek club was runner-up with 24 votes.

Fish Creek’s Kym Berryman won the C Grade tro-

phy on 31 votes, with the runner-up awarded to Taylah Staples from Korumburra-Bena with 24 votes.

Jacquie Snooks from Korumburra-Bena edged out Dalyston’s Brittany Thomas with 41 votes to win the 17 and Under Best and Fairest Trophy. It was neck and neck between the two girls throughout the count, with Brittany finishing on 38 votes for runner-up.

Jacquie Snooks was also awarded the netball Rising Star award on the night.

The 15 and Under Best and Fairest player in 2013 was Emma Watkins from Fish Creek on 38 points. Yarram’s Logan McFarland closed in over the last few rounds to take out runner-up with 29 votes.

The leagues team of the year was also announced on the night, which included coach of the year and umpire of the year.

C Grade: best and fairest winner, Kim Berryman from Fish Creek (right) and runner-up, Taylah Staples from Korumburra-Bena.

Team of the year: from left, Caz Thomas, Jarney Thomas, Alyce Abriola, Andrea Lynch, Kara Wogan-Browne, Megan Hawking, Hannah Flanders, Jessica Gordon, Andrea Thorson and Kasey Beattie. Absent were Jess McRae, Kimberley Hillberg and Christie Hillberg.

Left Under 17: best and fairest winner was Korumburra-Bena’s Jacquie Snooks (right), and runner-up, Brittany Thomas from Dalyston.

Far left Under 15: best and fairest winner Emma Watkins from Fish Creek (right) and runner-up, Logan McFarland from Yarram.

Leongatha Town Netball Association presentations LEONGATHA Town netball club held its presentation night and AGM on Saturday the August 31 in the Dakers Centre, Leongatha.

The night was well attended by players and their families, partners and friends, the committee, coaches and life members Norene Williams, Cynthia Bellingham, Pat Kuhane, Kerri Bentvelzen and Brenda Hockon.

The Under 11 teams were all given certificates and trophies.

In Under 13s there were two teams and the runner-up best and fairest were Hayley Wight and Molley Clark

and best and fairest went to Aleisha Wrigley and Lisa Mildenhall.

Under 15s Tangerine best and fairest Abby Kenny and runner-up Sarah Bouquet. Black equal runner-up Melanie Plunket and Madison Wight and best and fairest Chelsea Hofman and Elly Eagan.

C Grade Black best and fairest Helena Brew and equal runner-up Poppy Trewin and Chelsea Hofman.

C Grade Tangerine best and fairest Sarah Patterson and runner-up Jorja Markley B Grade Black best and fairest Kayla Beardsworth equal runner-up Kate Riley and Erin Baudinette.

B Grade Green best and fairest Lori McKenzie and

equal runner-up Haley Hannon and Rebecca Arnason.

A Grade best and fairest Tracey Miles and runner-up Stacey Witton Leongatha Town Netball Club has had a successful 2013 with some fantastic support. The club would like to

thank everyone who assisted or supported the club in some way over the course of the season.

If you have any interest in joining us for our 2014 season please contact Leanne Hofman on 0419 141 723 to go on the mailing list.

Under 13 award winners: Aleisha Wriggly and Molly Clark.

C Grade Black award winners: from left, Helena Brew, Poppy Trewin and Chelsea Hofman.

Left A Grade: Stacey Witton (runner up best and fairest), Pauline Bourdinette and Tracey Miles (best and fairest).

Under 15 Tangerine award winners: Abby Kenny and Sarah Bouquet.

B Grade award winners: from left, Erin Baudinette, Kayla Beardsworth, Kate Riley, Haley Hannon and Rebecca Arnason (equal runners-up best and fairest) and Lori McKenzie (best and fairest).

Under 15 award winners: from left, Melanie Plunket, Madison Wight, Elly Eagan and Chelsea Hofman.

Under 13 awards: Lisa Mildenhall and Hayley Wight.

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Dalyston hold off Fish Creek A Grade Dalyston vs Fish creek

THE game started with quick movement of the ball from both sides.

Dalyston settled first and managed three consecutive goals to take a slight lead early on in the quarter. Both teams were tight in defence with several turnovers in the rings. Dalyston led by one at quarter time.

A shift in momentum and the accurate shooting from Fish Creek’s shooters saw them change the lead and break out to a five goal advantage at one point.

A period of tight defensive work from Dalyston changed things yet again with them squaring up the score. Fish Creek had the slight advantage of a goal at half time.

Dalyston claimed back the lead early in the quarter before the game went into goal for goal mode. Contesting for the ball became more physical as the quarter went on. Once again at the end of the quarter saw a change of leader, Dalyston ahead by three.

It was anyone’s game and came down to who wanted it the most.

The crowd became more vocal as Fish Creek slowly tried to bridge the gap.

Fish Creek hit the lead as did the urgency to the game. With the Kangaroos up by two, Dalyston turned it over and scored with the next centre pass and evened it up.

Fish Creek missed the opportunity to take the game when it missed a shot for goal right before the final whistle. Scores at 38 all saw the game go into overtime.

Dalyston changed the position of its two goalers for the start of overtime.

It was goal for goal and the first turnover was taken by Dalyston and at the end of changeover it lead by two. Fish Creek centre pass started the second half of overtime and once again Dalyston created a turnover that earned it a four goal lead.

Fish Creek squandered opportunities as time ticked by and Dalyston ran out winners by four goals.

Dalyston 49 def Fish Creek 45

B Grade Korumburra-Bena vs Fish Creek The game started off at a frantic pace, lots of mid court pressure from Korumburra Bena allowed it to get away to a strong start and an early four goal lead.

Some great shooting by Korumburra Bena’s Cheryl Nicholas (GA) in the unpredictable conditions whilst Fish Creek goalers Hayley and Elysia were sharing the lead at the other end.

Scores were all tired up at 11 each at the end of the quarter.

Fish Creek started off strong this quarter.

Fish Creek’s Beth Pratt (GD) lifted and got stronger as the quarter progressed giving her attackers plenty of the ball. Elysia Shaw (GA) also stepped up the pace and shot some beautiful goals to get Fish Creek out to a handy six goal lead at half time.

Fish Creek’s centre court took control of this quarter right from the start, giving it a 10 goal lead.

Korumburra-Bena came back in the last few minutes to narrow the lead by seven.

Lots of pressure being applied all over the court by both teams was making it a very hard to move the ball down the court clearly. Korumburra Bena was giving it

everything it could. Korumburra Bena’s Jess Cook (GK) started to create some turnovers and Korumburra Bena lifted to pull back Fish Creek’s lead to three. But it ran out of time and Fish Creek was the winner by four.

Fish Creek 41 def Korumburra Bena 37

C Grade Stony Creek vs I/K With some very experienced players on both sides this was going to be a great battle. It was a steady start by both teams, with neither able to break free. Six goals each at quarter time.

The rain then came making everyone a little bit tentative. Stony Creek appeared to manage the conditions a little better and pulled away by three goals early in the quarter.

Stony Creek’s Lisa Burge (GK) was rebounding well. Goals were very scarce this quarter with Stony Creek holding a four goal lead at half time.

It was very congested in the centre third at the start of the quarter which was causing many turnovers for both teams.

The wind had dropped making shooting a little easier. Stony Creek took advantage of this to extend its lead to seven.

With the sun reappearing the game lifted in intensity.

The two C’s, Jodie Truman (Inverloch Kongwak) and Carli Brislin (Stony Creek) were working overtime to keep possession of the ball.

Inverloch-Kongwak got a run on and pulled Stony Creek’s lead back, but Stony Creek steadied and came away with a five goal win, putting Di Schelling in her first grand final even at the age of 53.

Stony Creek 28 def Inverloch-Kongwak 23

17 & Under Dalyston vs Korumburra-Bena With the wind blowing to the road end, scoring goals at the oval end was very difficult, Dalyston got out by two goals early; Korumburra Bena then settled and worked the ball well into the wind.

The goalies were finding the windy conditions difficult and rebounding became all important. Korumburra Bena’s Jacquie Snooks (C) was controlling the centre court and gave her goalies lots of opportunities. It was a very fast paced and even quarter with Korumburra Bena leading by one.

The pressure was mounting. The ball went up and down the court numerous times before goals were scored. Defensive pressure from both sides was intense. Dalyston’s Mollie Bloch (GK) was rebounding well.

Dalyston’s Britt Thomas (GA) was shooting well to pull Dalyston ahead by two at half time.

Korumburra Bena worked the ball with a little bit more patience this quarter and managed to pull Dalyston’s lead back to make it even.

It was then goal for goal for the rest of the quarter with Dalyston going into the last quarter with a one goal lead.

The first goal of the quarter took a while to come, it was to Dalyston then Korumburra Bena scored the next two in quick succession.

Dalyston scored the next three. Korumburra Bena played some good netball but was struggling to finish off.

Then came the rain and despite Dalyston’s pressure Korumburra Bena managed to level the scores 30 goals each at full time.

The sun then came out again for overtime and Dalyston settled quickly to get two quick goals on the board.

Korumburra Bena responded with two and at the end of the first three minutes it was all tied up at 32 each.

Korumburra Bena started strong this time and pulled away to a three goal lead, which it kept to the end of overtime. It was a very tense and fast paced game.

Korumburra Bena 36 def Dalyston 33

15 & Under Yarram vs Fish Creek It was a sea of red and white on the court for the 15s game. Goal for goal in the start of the quarter, a short break for the blood rule for teams to settle. Yarram lead by two at quarter time.

At the start of the second quarter Yarram powered ahead, making use of all loose balls to have a nice lead of seven at half time.

Fish Creek made some changes at the start of the third. Fish Creek forced some turnovers through the mid court and converted well, but couldn’t reduce the lead already established by Yarram. Yarram lead by seven at three quarter time.

There were no changes to both teams at the final change.

It was goal for goal at the start of the quarter, Fish Creek started to move the ball more fluently through the mid court as Yarram threw away some loose passes.

Fish Creek reduced the lead to five mid way through the quarter, but Yarram made use of a loose centre pass by Fish Creek to gain the ball and came out the victor by eight at the final whistle.

Yarram 26 def Fish Creek 18

Who’s open: Brittany Thomas looks for a teammate to pass to in Saturday’s thrilling A Grade preliminary final.

13 & Under I/K vs Korumburra-Bena A windy day at Tarwin was making it hard for all shooters. Both teams fought hard for loose passes in what was a tight quarter. Inverloch Kongwak led by one at the first break.

Inverloch Kongwak’s defence worked hard down the court causing many turnovers.

Both teams struggled with the throw in off side rule with the ball changing hands many times. Scores were even at half time.

The wind was still playing havoc at both ends of the court. Inverloch Kongwak jumped to a two goal lead mid way through the third quarter, but with some great intercepts by Korumburra-Bena’s Ellie Holmes (C) it managed to bring the score back to level.

Inverloch-Kongwak scored another quick two goals before the three quarter time whistle to have a slight lead into the last quarter.

Korumburra Bena got a quick turnover on the Inverloch-Kongwak centre pass and converted and with a goal on its centre pass and scores were back to level.

It was a very tight quarter with the young players chasing everything. Goals were still hard to come by with the wind making it extremely difficult to shoot. Inverloch-Kongwak got a long awaited goal with only minutes to play. Korumburra Bena used its centre pass quickly and efficiently to level scores.

The time was up and scores were level. Inverloch Kongwak’s Sophie Bolam (GS) took a risk and shot from a long distance to score and win the game.

Inverloch-Kongwak 19 def Korumburra-Bena 18.

Going in: Fish Creek’s Kara Wogan-Browne sends a pass into the goal ring on Saturday.

Quick move: Biance Maskell starts a Korumburra-Bena passage of play in B Grade on Saturday.

Local swimmers at championships VICTORIAN Country Short Course Swimming Championships was held recently in Wangaratta, with South Gippsland Bass sending eight representing swimmers over the weekend-long competition.

With strict qualifying times it’s an achievement in itself to reach this level and perform.

The club’s representing swimmers were Jacob and Jessica Kiley, Lily Robinson, Luke Malherbe, Mal-

lory Bradley, Mayson Vanderkolk, Nathan Foote and Shae White.

Special congratulations to Mayson for receiving a second place medal in her 50 metre breaststroke and Nathan for placing seventh in his 200 metre freestyle in the 12/13 year old age group, placing second out of the 12 year olds, with a 10 second time improvement.

All swimmers put 100 per cent in all of their races and have made the club incredibly proud.

Congratulations to all of the swimmers, who all achieved very impressive personal best times and

have put in the hard work in training and competiting at carnivals.

Every member of South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club competed with great sportsmanship and encouragement for teammates, making the club incredibly honoured to have such great competitors and even as a small club at the event it still competed extremely well.

The club extends a huge thank you to the head coach, Dylan Muir for making this fantastic weekend possible and all the parents who came along.

Represent: the South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club was represented well at the Victorian Country Short Course Swimming Championships recently.

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Team effort: Sam Cross, Xavier Robertson, Simone Dekker, Kyah Clarkson and Brock Pollard of Leongatha Primary School were proudly wearing the green and gold for their school.

Sun shines on athletes PRIMARY schools from around the district came together on Tuesday for the District Primary School Athletics Carnival.

Yes!: Mirboo North’s B Grade side took out the premiership on Saturday, the team included Kim Shiels, Lexie Andrews, Robyn Harris, Alice Pratt, Ashlee Hilliar, Laura Robins, Amy Hoghton, Tahlia Irwin, Gaby O’Loughlin and Chloe Paterson.

The sun shone down brightly on the athletes as they ran, jumped and threw for their school.

Many took home ribbons on the day and those successful in their events will continue on to the next level of competition.

Two netball premierships for Tigers

The boys: Inverloch Primary School students James Mercer, Tristan Thomas, Aiden Box, Tyson Hanegraaf (Korumburra Primary School) and Marcus Taussaint at the athletics on Tuesday.

Go!: Girls in the Under 10s 100 metre sprint set off on their race in Tuesday’s sunshine.

MIRBOO North has won backto-back B Grade premierships and a 17 and Under premiership.

B Grade was a fantastic seven goal win.

The last time Mirboo North met Yallourn Yallourn North in the second semi final, we were beaten by eight goals.

The girls were determined this wasn’t going to be the case in the grand final.

For the first half of the game, the score remained fairly even with every goal scored at the Tiger end, being answered by the YYN girls.

By half time there was only a goal in it and we were finding it hard to manage that break.

Luck (of skill) came our way in the third term when we were able to intercept a few balls, capitalise on the Bombers’ mistakes and create turnovers.

Mirboo North went into the last quarter with a four goal lead - not enough to relax but certainly something we hoped to build on.

In the last quarter, the girls came out firing to increase their lead resulting in a seven goal buffer at the final siren.

Mirboo North 47 def Yallourn Yallourn North 40 This capped off a fantastic week for Alice Pratt – League B Grade Most Valuable Player, birthday celebrations and another premiership medal to add to her collection.

Well done to Jess Hilliar who came third in the League A Grade MVP.

Winners: taking home the Under 17s shield were Mirboo North’s team of Chloe Paterson, Gaby O’Loughlin, Amy Hoghton, Tahlia Irwin, Kody Rogers, Aleisha Loh, Alyce Turnbull, Amber Sanders and Macca Kerr with coaches Jude de Gennaro and Kim Shiels. Absent was Sonia Giardina.

In an action-packed 17 and Under match, the girls led at each quarter break by two goals.

At times through the quarters, we were able to build up quite a comfortable lead of six to eight goals.

But Newborough wouldn’t let us take the match without a huge fight.

When the final siren sounded, the scores were even and time-on needed to be played.

With the wind making it difficult for the goalers, the girls were able to keep their heads and kept chipping away, winning by two goals in front of a huge and intense crowd.

The best on court performance of Chloe Paterson was standout but all

the girls played well and should be proud of themselves.

Premierships aren’t easy to come by and it’s been a long time since we have won a 17 and Under title.

Mirboo North 36 def Newborough 34 Congratulations to Mirboo North Tigers Netball Club president, Angie Rogers, who was awarded life membership of the Mid Gippsland Netball Association on Saturday, for her services to netball.

Angie was MGNA score secretary for five years, has coached league teams, been an assistant coach and also league team manager, during that period.

• Reserves

Tigers fall short MIRBOO North bounced out of the blocks beautifully in its premiership quest against Yinnar, with successive snap goals to Mitchell Wightman and Peter Taylor.

Luke Gervasi was feeding out nicely to teammates from under the packs and Shane Peters

Forward press: Mitchell Wightman drives his team forward in their grand final loss to Yinnar at Morwell on Saturday. Photo by Mark Drury.

showed plenty of dash through the corridor and around the flanks.

Although the mighty Tigers held a three-point lead at quarter-time, they’d allowed Yinnar power forward, Cameron Harwood, two goals from high marks and ominous signs were emerging.

A scoreless second term by Mirboo North was its death knell, as the Magpies piled on 3.6 for a 21-point half-time advantage.

Allister Keel and Dwayne Gunn rebounded well out of defence, but Mirboo North’s failed forward structures meant the

ball kept coming back to them over and over again.

The Tigers managed three goals in the third term, but another scoreless final quarter saw them eventually go under by 28 points.

GRAND FINAL RESERVES Yinnar 9.12.66 d Mirboo North 6.2.38 Yinnar goals: C. Harwood 3, M. Rennie 2, G. Richards 1, S. Embry 1, S. Durea 1, M. Cummins 1.

Best: D. Nardino, M. Cummins, L. Clarke, R. Pollock-Williams, J. Embry, C. Harwood Mirboo North goals: M. Wightman 2, C. Dalliston 1, S. Peters 1, P. Taylor 1, J. Alexander 1.

Best: S. Peters, P. Taylor, C. Dalliston, A. Keel, D. Gunn, L. Palmer.

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Yeah buddy!: the Mirboo North Senior Football side celebrates its premiership victory after a dominant season. The Tigers came out four point winners over Newborough on Saturday.

Terrific Tigers

by Rover MIRBOO North scraped home by four points in a cliffhanger against a gallant Newborough, to snatch the Mid Gippsland premiership at Morwell Recreation Reserve on Saturday.

A decisive last-quarter

goal by Kallum Nash, after receiving a slick hand-pass from Kris Berchtold out of heavy traffic, allowed the mighty Tigers to grab the lead in time-on.

It was Mirboo North’s first senior flag since back-to-back successes in 2006 and 2007 and Newborough’s second consecutive heartbreaking grand final loss.

Never has a group of footballers looked more downcast than the vanquished Bulldogs.

It graciously watched the

celebrating Tigers individually collect its medallions, before skipper, Damien Turner and coach, Troy Hamilton, jointly raised the 2013 premiership cup skywards on the victory dais.

In the world of sport, the pain of any narrow grand final defeat is comparable to a batsman being run out without facing a ball, or a golfer four-putting the last green to lose the club championship.

Newborough received some consolation when classy

Big man: Tiger Tim Traill goes for a mark in Saturday’s game.

winger, Chris Weller, was voted best man on the ground.

Brothers, Jacob, Kallum and Liam Nash, together with Daniel and Josh Taylor, played important roles in its first senior premierships for Mirboo North.

Wow! What a grand final it was.

From go to whoa, there were showers and drizzle, plus a tricky breeze and greasy surface with which to contend.

The Sherrin was slipperier than an eel for the 42 combatants, who gave it everything it had for four quarters.

There were no easy kicks and no time to lairise – just 110 intense minutes of hard, tough, uncompromising football, that kept the crowd that paid a record $31, 200 at the gate, totally enthralled.

Mirboo North opened smartly with goals by Matt Holland off the pack in the goal square and Berchtold from a free kick.

Jeremy Cattanach soon answered for the Bulldogs from a 50-metre penalty in the middle of a rainstorm, before Luke Webber rammed

another one home, courtesy of a downfield free kick.

When Weller cleverly snapped truly from a tight angle and Webber scored again from a free kick, the Doggies had opened up a handy 14-point lead.

Then Berchtold reduced the Tigers’ deficit to eight points on the quarter-time siren from yet another 50- metre penalty.

Midway through the second quarter, Newborough’s safety first defence turned to disaster when two clearing down-the-line kicks sailed high over the boundary line.

The first, on the grandstand wing, from playing coach, Allan Chandler, let Tim Traill in for his second goal after Simon Fragiacomo and Berchtold successfully ferried the ball to the big fullforward.

When another wayward delivery went wide on the outer side, Don Webb and Holland combined to find Joe Brooks directly in front of the big white sticks and scores were level.

Veteran Newborough leftfooter, James Todd, snapped a

Woo hoo!: Mirboo North assistant coach Matt Holland celebrates receiving his premiership medal on Saturday. beauty over his shoulder and a conversion by Webb after a magnificent pack mark, had both sides locked together on 7.6 at the long break.

The last half was nip-andtuck all the way, with goals as scarce as hen’s teeth, as defenders from both sides refused to take a backward step.

The Tigers would manage two goals in the third term before Kallum Nash’s vital contribution in the last, whilst the Bulldogs secured one major in each quarter.

Hamilton used his interchange bench brilliantly with multiple rotations to refresh his men and constantly keep contested ball pressure on the Bulldogs.

Weller, the indefatigable Todd, Tom Wilson and Jake Bowden did wonderfully well at ground level for Newborough, whilst Chris Hancock, Adam Kennedy and Webber fought hard in the scrimmages and at the stoppages.

Berchtold, Jacob Nash, Jack Robertson, Anthony Bence, Brian Waters, Simon Busuttil, Dane McGennisken and Holland were resilient in and around the packs for Mirboo North and defenders, Stu-

art Keel, Fragiacomo, Drew Gardener and Liam Nash turned back most of the Doggies’ inside-50 entries.

There was drama aplenty in the dying seconds when Hancock’s long set shot with the heavy ball fell two metres short, after he was awarded a free kick for Mirboo North’s time-wasting at a ball-up on the 50-metre line.

In the end, more than anything, the Doggies were left to rue those two errant kicks that went out on the full in the second quarter, allowing the Tigers to claw themselves back into the contest.

GRAND FINAL SENIORS Mirboo North 10.9.69 D Newborough 9.11.65 Mirboo North goals: K. Berchtold 2, M. Holland 2, T. Traill 2, J. Brooks 1, K. Nash 1, D. Webb 1, J. Robertson 1.

Best: K. Berchtold, J. Nash, J. Robertson, K. Nash, S. Keel, M. Holland.

Newborough goals: C. Weller 2, J. Cattanach 2, J. Todd 1, J. Bennets 1.

Best: C. Weller, J. Todd, T. Wilson, L. Webber, C. Hancock, J. Whittaker.

Crash, bang: it was a physical grand final as Tiger’s Damian Turner and Dom Pinneri (18) found out when they clashed with this opponent.

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Dog day for Dalyston KORUMBURRABena will be contesting its first senior grand final as a club this weekend after defeating Dalyston comfortably on Saturday.

A rough first quarter had Korumburra-Bena ahead early but not without causalities.

Shaun Paterson was taken out in a contest and had to be stretchered off the field with a suspected neck injury.

Despite the suspected severity of the incident if an MRI cleared Paterson yesterday he will be able to play in the grand final.

Dalyston was strug-

gling to make a mark on the board while Korumburra-Bena’s forwards were standing tall and taking grabs from all directions.

At the first break the lead had stretched to an unexpected 39 points in Korumburra-Bena’s favour excelling with the wind at their backs.

Good work from Bulldog Chris Redl up forward was fantastic with two goals for the game before limping off with an ankle injury.

Dalyston picked up their game in the second using the all important wind.

Blake Carew was doing his bit for the Magpies

but inaccurate kicking in the breeze had only three goals on the board for Dalyston from nine scoring shots.

The team went into the room with the Bulldogs still holding a comfortable 23 point lead but a Dalyston comeback – like always – was still on the cards.

The Bulldogs headed out firing in the third, yet again kicking with the wind which had weakened a little.

Players flooded the Korumburra-Bena forward 50 but it was big man Michael Cooke and young gun Paul Patterson that were stealing the show.

Cooke was flying

high with a Jesaulenkolike mark while Patterson loved wide angle shots for goal in what were tricky circumstances.

Roy Mullens was working hard as always through the centre of the ground for KorumburraBena. Dalyston’s Brad Fisher was being kept quiet by other ex-AFL player Jay Neagle.

With a 55 point margin at three quarter time the Bulldogs had all but

Korumburra-Bena 15.18.108 d Dalyston 8.12.60 Korumburra-Bena goals: M. Cooke 6, P. Pattison 3, C. Urie 2, C. Redl 2, A. Zuidema 1, R. Mullens 1.

Best: M. Cooke, J. Neagle, C. Urie, P. Pattison, B. Fitzpatrick, R. Mullens.

Dalyston goals: P. Dunlop 2, M. Kraska 2, J. Sibly 1, M. Rosendale 1, K. Schrape 1, B. Fisher 1.

Best: B. Carew, C. Jones, K. Schrape, J. Ross, M. Magill, D. Wylie.

booked themselves a spot in the grand final.

A late charge from the Magpies was not enough to get them close to their counterparts.

Two successive goals to Peter Dunlop boosted the Dalyston spirits but while Michael Kraska was giving it his all up until the last siren but it was the Bulldogs by 48.

Club secretary Alan Summerfield said the Bulldog grand final experience is a long time coming.

“It has been expected that we would to a grand final in recent years and it’s great that we have got there,” he said.

The Seniors are just one of eight KorumburraBena teams competing for grand final glory on Saturday with all football teams and four out of six netball teams in contention.

Up and about: Brad Fisher goes up for a mark despite the best efforts from Korumburra-Bena’s Luke Carpenter.

Burra-Bena bite back THE Phillip Island reserves went down to their arch nemesis Korumburra-Bena by just two points in Saturday’s preliminary final.

Young gun: Paul Pattison showed off his silky skills in the third quarter on Saturday.

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GIPPSLAND PRELIMINARY FINAL Saturday September 14 Morwell v Maffra at Morwell

ELLINBANK GRAND FINAL Saturday September 14 Bunyip v Garfield at Western Park, Warragul

Roo charged THE Alberton Football Netball League Tribunal suspended a Fish Creek player for one week on Tuesday night.

Fish Creek play maker Jason Rouda was found guilty of abusing an umpire in the Senior match in the Semi Final on Sunday, September 1.

Fish Creek was battling with Korumburra-Bena in a strong wind at Toora when the incident occurred.

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Both teams were hungry for a grand final berth with Phillip Island looking to back up their 2012 victory and Korumburra-Bena hoping for the chance to finally prove itself.

Both teams knew that the wind at Tarwin would be a factor going into the game and that it was.

It was a tough first quarter with neither side managing to take control of proceedings; both sides seem to fumble the footy a lot so scoring was a difficulty. Korumburra-Bena led into the first break but it was only by the single point.

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Matt Cooke: it was a hard slog in Korumburra’s two point victory of Phillip Island on Saturday.

• Thirds

This comes after MDU toppled Dalyston by 16 points on Saturday at Tarwin.

The game started slow for the Demons kicking against the wind but a goal was enough to keep them in touch with their black and white counterparts and trail by six at the first break.

The young Demons perked up in the second and stormed back into the lead. Ryan Olden, Jake McMillan and Sam Wilson were shredding it up all over the ground for MDU while Joe Ray-Angarane was pulling his weight for the Magpies.

The Demons were up by two at half time.

Things were kept tight in the third quarter with both teams battling it out on the ground and flying high in marking contests.

Wilson boosted Korumburra-Bena’s spirits and with the help of league best and fairest Dylan Muir the Bulldogs from the hills were pushing forward.

Phillip Island hit back through Alex Redmand with a great snap out of a pack to put his team back in front.

In the dying minutes of the quarter a superb passage of play saw Korumburra-Bena big man Ty Lucas snatch a mark 25 metres from goal. He was able to slot through the major and book Korumburra-Bena a spot for this Saturday.

Korumburra-Bena will take on Dalyston for premiership glory.

Korumburra-Bena 3.13.31 d Phillip Island 4.5.29 Korumburra-Bena goals: T. Lucas 1, J. Wilson 1, M. Cook 1.

Best: M. Cook, P. Kyle, N. Paterson, D. Muir, J. Wilson, M. Fleming.

Phillip Island goals: J. Nicolaci 1, B. Johnston 1, A. Redmond 1, J. Turner 1.

Best: J. Turner, A. Cook, A. Wolfenden, M. Lewry, B. Johnston, B. Hamilton.

• Fourths

Dalyston can’t shake Demons MEENIYAN Dumbalk United will have its second attempt in two years for the Thirds premiership title.

ter and Korumburra-Bena was starting to look the better side.

Inaccuracy got the better of the underdogs however kicking seven behinds for the quarter and a sneaky goal for the Island meant scores were level come half time.

Phillip Island started to show its class in the third quarter, Josh Turner was starting to shake his opponent and control the midfield.

Under 18 footballer Arie Cook was called up to the Reserves for the match and after a bit of a shaky start, was starting to show why he has a big future in senior football.

Phillip Island went into the last break up by six points but still had plenty of work to do if they wanted to win their way through to the grand final.

Korumburra-Bena was looking good early in the final quarter with the wind at its back.

A fantastic 60 metre bomb for goal from Jason

Two more goals each way and couple of behinds had the margin down to a single point. With MDU finishing with the wind the final quarter would be a hard slog for Dalyston and it was.

MDU took the game to the next level in the fourth controlling the ball and having numerous forward 50 entries.

Two goals got them over the line and a 16 point win.

Saturday will see a rematch of the 2012 final with MDU taking on defending champions KorumburraBena.

MDU 7.11.53 d Dalyston 5.7.37 MDU goals: J. McMillan 3, R. Olden 2, B. Cashin 1, A. Fowles 1.

Best: R. Olden, J. McMillan, S. Wilson, N. Moore, J. Winderlich, A. Campbell.

Dalyston goals: T. Hamilton 3, Z. MacDermid 1, J. McPhee 1.

Best: J. Ray-Angarane, B. Wardle, J. Sheerin, K. Kirk, M. McCoy, H. Wright.

Bulldogs fight back AFTER a slow start the Alberton preliminary final curtain raiser had supporters on the edge of their seats.

In a low scoring battle the Bulldogs were on the back foot early kicking against the wind blowing diagonally across the ground.

Dalyston was working hard but the wind was causing it havoc when it came to connections and turnovers were a becoming a common occurrence.

A goal resulted for the Magpies and had them up by five at the first break.

The Bulldogs failed to make use of the wind in the second but also kept their opponents scoreless and tightening the margin to four points.

Both team got to scoring in the third with Darcy and Flynn Brosnan doing the hard work for the Magpies.

Dylan Crook made sure that the

Bulldogs stayed in the race and two goals narrowed the margin to three points at the final break.

Korumburra-Bena stormed home with the wind at their backs in the last.

Jasper Macri led the way with smooth manoeuvres while Bulldogs forwards slotted through another two to finish the game nine points ahead.

Korumburra-Bena will join a number of the clubs teams in Wonthaggi on Saturday when they face Inverloch-Kongwak for premiership glory.

Korumburra-Bena 4.2.26 d Dalyston 2.5.17 Korumburra-Bena goals: D. Crook 2, J. Anderson 1, N. Wylie 1.

Best: C. Trewin, H. Suckling, H. Anthony, J. Celebrine, T. Jenkin, J. Macri.

Dalyston goals: L. Legione 1, D. Brosnan 1.

Best: C. Magro, C. McCoy, D. Wilson, F. Brosnan, D. Brosnan, M. Marotta.

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Bradley Alberton’s best K O R U M B U R R A - B e n a ’s ruckman Mark Bradley has been named the Alberton Football Netball League’s Senior best and fairest winner on Sunday at Wonthaggi.

The man mountain jovially took the honour and paid homage to the support from his teammates who helped get him the award.

The count was right down to the last game with Bradley receiving three votes in Round 20 against Dalyston to pip Phillip Island’s James Taylor by two votes.

Taylor and Bradley traded the lead for the last half of the count while Yarram’s Chris Bruns was a

Hamilton with the Round 20 game between the two sides deciding the final result.

Kilcunda-Bass’s Jack Homer came in at 20 votes to claim third.

Luke Thwaites of Tarwin took out the 2013 Rising Star Award at the lunch as well.

Kael Burgles of Kilcunda-Bass took the league’s leading goal kicker award after amassing over 100 goals for the 2013 season.

Kevin Taylor’s 69 goal haul earned him the leading goal kicker award in the Reserves.

Third’s leading goal kicker was Jake McMillan of MDU and Fourths leading goal kicker award went to Josh Black of Phillip Island.

solid from Round 7 through to 12 but trailed off at the end of the season.

Kilcunda-Bass’ Ryan Fitzgerald came in at 20 votes to secure equal third with teammate Chris Endres and Foster’s Shem Hawking.

Korumburra-Bena’s success continued in the Reserves with Bulldog Dylan Muir taking the best and fairest.

The skilful and athletic young player overcame performances from teammate and coach Jimmy Kyle and Dalyston’s Kurt Thomas.

Sam Wilson of Meeniyan Dumbalk United managed to take home the Thirds best and fairest trophy on the day.

The young Demon finished with 27 votes, two clear of Foster’s Trent

All smiles: Korumburra-Bena’s Mark Bradley proudly displays his best and fairest trophy on Sunday.

Go Doggies: Dylan Muir took out the Reserves best and fairest.

Goalers: Thirds leading goal kicker Jake McMillan of MDU and Fourths leading goal kicker Josh Black of Phillip Island.

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DALYSTON will be searching for two premierships on Saturday taking on Korumburra-Bena in both the A Grade netball and Reserves football matches.

The netballers secured their spot in the grand final in a nail bitting preliminary final on Saturday against Fish Creek.

The Magpies and Bulldogs have a great history of battling it out on the court and no doubt the match this weekend will be full of action.

Dalyston’s tall shooters and defenders will be matched by the skilful presence of the Bulldog girls with the game able to go any way.

On the footy field the Magpies will be looking to re-enact the 2011 premiership where they toppled Korumburra-Bena as the underdogs. This year the tables are turned and it is Dalyston who are the favourites.

A disappointing end to the season for the Magpie Seniors team saw them bow out of the finals fight on the weekend.

They were toppled by underdogs KorumburraBena after being competitive throughout the home and away season.

An injury depleted Dalyston side meant that the Bulldogs had the upper hand from the outset and put the Magpies away early.

Revenge will surely be sought this weekend in A Grade and Reserves.

The black and white army will be hoping for their two teams to come out on top on Saturday and with a close to home grand final in Wonthaggi Dalyston supporters are sure to be in full flight at the game.

they defeated Tarwin 33 points).

In the preliminary final on Saturday against Phillip Island, this one was a lot closer where they got through by two points despite kicking just three goals and 13 behinds.

The team is coming in as the underdogs but will be determined to get the “monkey off their backs” by producing the goods this Saturday against Dalyston at Wonthaggi.

But it won’t be an easy feat. With Dalyston only having its Reserves in the football grand finals they’ll be pinning their hopes on glory in this one.

In any case it should be a real nail-biter against two teams who have been the strength in 2013.

Reserves THE Reserves grand final is shaping up to be a great contest; almost as interesting as the seniors.

It has been well documented that

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One more: Dalyston’s A Grade netball team has one more hurdle before they can taste premiership victory.

The seniors will be facing reigning premiers the Kilcunda-Bass Panthers while the Reserves will face Dalyston.

Hot favourites in the Thirds the Bulldogs will be going for their fifth consecutive under 18s premiership while the Fourths will take on Inverloch Kongwak.

A Grade netball will complete with Dalyston to defend their title while C Grade challenge Stony Creek.

The Maroons and Bulldogs clash also in the Under 17s while Yarram are the girls’ opponents in the Under 15 match.

There will surely be a sea of red white and blue in the crowd on Saturday with lots of passionate supporters getting into the spirit of the day.

Korumburra-Bena has played in the last five reserves grand finals only to stumble at the final hurdle each timea heart break for a number of players who have been in all five.

Last year against Phillip Island they went in as overwhelming favourites. Leading for most of the last quarter, Phillip Island marked on the siren 30 metres out-and duly popped it through to steal the premiership.

This year, though, it’s a lot different for the Bulldogs. They have done it the hard way, finishing narrowly third and having to go through the elimination final phase (where they beat Kilcunda Bass by 75 points) and then the first semi-final (where

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KORUMBURRA-BENA FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB - Good Luck to our teams in the Grand Finals!

Shaun Paterson - Very hard at it and can do a shut down role when required. Has come right through junior ranks. May miss grand final due to a neck injury in preliminary final.

Will Jeffs - Top defender who normally gets the job on the gun forwards.

Michael Cooke - plays centre half forward and runs up and back all day.

Takes a great grab and kicks plenty of goals.

Roy Mullens - very skilled wingman/forward who can carve sides up with his penetrating left foot.

Chris Redl - plays full forward and has very strong hands. Brings others into the game with unselfish play.

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Chris Urie - Captain, dynamic on-baller/forward who takes a great grab and is a natural goal kicker.

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Mark Bradley - Vice Captain, big strong ruckman with loads of experience and rarely beaten in a ruck contest.

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Scott Braithwaite - Had a top year down back and sets up lots of plays with his dynamic run.

Dual Korumburra-Bena best and fairest winner.

Paul Pattison - Silky skilled young player with great pace. Very fit and will run all day.

Chris Paterson - Wingman with loads of pace and great skills.

Tom Mayo - Hard match-up with his pace and athleticism. Plays in many different positions.

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Ash Zuidema - Can play a shut down role in the middle or do a defensive job down back. Plays tall and has good skills.

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Justin Smith - Small forward with blistering pace and good elusive skills.

Beau Anthony - A real goer. Plays on-ball/ forward and would run through a brick wall.

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Shannon Bray - Versatile big man who came back from injury midseason and hasn’t missed a beat. Great team man.

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Ashley Snooks - Had a great year in backline.

Reads the play beautifully and has a great left foot kick.

Reid Staples - Hard running wingman/backman with a beautiful long kick.

Ben Fitzpatrick - Great player. On-baller/forward and prolific ball winner. Best tackler in the team.

Luke Carpenter Strong versatile player who can go forward or back and gives 100 per cent every week.

Jay Neagle - Steady defender who gets better with every run. Strong hands and prodigious kick. Great pace for his size.

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KILCUNDA-BASS FOOTBALL NETBALL CLUB - 2013 GO PANTHERS

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FOOTBALL Saturday Sept 14 - GRAND FINAL at Wonthaggi:

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THE club presidents of Kilcunda-Bass and Korumburra-Bena flipped the coin for the shorts and rooms on Sunday at the Alberton Football Netball League Vote Count.

Panther’s president Les Watson correctly called heads and chose to wear the home shorts which gave Michael Hopkins and his Bulldogs the home rooms on the day.

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Left, Century man: Kael Burgles of Kilcunda-Bass took the league’s leading goal kicker award after amassing over 100 goals for the 2013 season. He will no doubt play a defining role in the grand final on Saturday.

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KILCUNDA-Bass has the opportunity to make it three in a row on Saturday if it can get over the top of KorumburraBena.

If the Panthers win the hat trick premiership it will be in esteemed company.

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Creek in 2000, 01 and 02.

A number of changes in the Panthers team since its 2012 premiership victory have not slowed it down in what will be a fantastic match on Saturday, September 14 at Wonthaggi.

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KILCUNDA-BASS FOOTBALL CLUB - 2013 GO PANTHERS Ryan Fitzgerald - 2013 club best and fairest winner. Prolific ball winner who has had a standout year. A Grade player.

Danny Wells - small player who racks up getting touches. Never wastes the ball.

Jason Wells - small forward or wingman. Great kick for goal and very dangerous with ball.

Adam Miller - realiable defender who is loved by the club. Alway gives 100 per cent and never beaten. Has a big motor.

Jared Attenborough captain who always leads from the front. Skilful in and under player who loves a contest.

Brett Anthony - experienced and classy. Been here before and knows where to be to get the ball. Won’t get beaten.

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Dale Crawford - junior player out of thirds who will do anything asked.

Skilful player who loves a challenge.

Kael Bergles - league’s leading goal kicker. Capable of kicking a bag of goals. Very elusive.

Rory Gilliatte - strong utility capable of raring a game apart. Big game player.

Jimmy Evans - key member of the team who has performed on the big stage. Plays game 150 for the club this weekend.

Leigh Harrison - former best and fairest winner for the club. Can play any position with very good skills.

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Kane Ricketts - local junior who loves a challenge. Hard at it and knocks up getting the footy.

Ben Law - ruckman with a big motor. Goes all day and gives a contest. Good all around the ground.

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Bronson Interlanti - strong key defender that will need to play a important role. Loves a challenge.

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Ben Arnold - physical on baller. Never takes his eye off the ball.

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Jakob Dakin - Under 17 player who has made impact in seniors.

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