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Footy magic THE Australian Football League grand final will wil be contested by Hawthorn and Sydney this Saturday, premierships will be former Leongatha star Jarryd and leading the Hawks’ campaign for back-to-back back-to-b Roughead (right). Another Leongatha son, Essendon champion Dyso Dyson Heppell (left), who won two coveted ed titles last week, was a favourite for last night’s Brownlow Medal. Celebrating the pinnacle of the footy season at Inverloch nverloch Primary School last Friday were, front from left, cousins Ned and Har Harri, both Hawthorn fans, and their Grade ade Two classmates. Check out more footy action in Star Sport. Heppell and Roughead photos courtesy of Herald Sun.
Family’s agony Crash victims back Crightons Hill petition By Brad Lester WENDY Pruin believes she will never fully recover from the collision that killed her beloved husband Uwe. The 59 year old from Outtrim died watched by his family on Crightons Hill at Leongatha - the third fatality as a result of a motor accident there in four years. That was in February. On September 13, the Pruins’ second daughter Issy underwent her third bout of surgery to deal with the many injuries she suffered in the crash. The 13 year old faces at least three more operations – including one to remove three metal rods – and most likely a lifetime of complications. Issy was trapped for an hour in the car,
screaming in agony and despair as she and her sister Gemma, 15, watched emergency services personnel try to revive their father. Gemma described her dad as a man who “gave up half his life at work so we would have a good future”. Issy was airlifted to the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, leaving her father, mother and sister on that hill where too many people have died or suffered life changing injuries in traffic accidents. Mrs Pruin has signed a petition asking the State Government to reduce the speed limit and/or install flashing warning signs at Crightons Hill, on the Strzelecki Highway north of Leongatha. The petition also calls for the highway to bypass the hill in the long term. On September 1, a 17 year old girl from Mirboo North was killed in a two
Dearly loved: the late Uwe Pruin.
vehicle collision at Crightons Hill. “Something has to be done,” Mrs Pruin said of the hill. “There have been two deaths there in six months.” She called for flashing warning signs like those installed on the South Gippsland Highway at Black Spur between Koonwarra and Meeniyan to alert drivers to the impending tight bends. “People need to slow down so they can be on their side of the road,” Mrs Pruin said. Her husband was on the cusp of retirement. For years he had worked hard on the Bass Strait oil rigs and was looking forward to enjoying the next phase of his life. That was until a four-wheel-drive with a bull bar ploughed into his family’s Mazda 3 on Crightons Hill.
The Pruins were returning from visiting Mr Pruin’s father John in hospital in Traralgon. John died 11 weeks later. “It was a lovely day. We were just chatting and I was going to a party two kilometres down the road from home that night,” Mrs Pruin said. “I still remember him swearing.” Mr Pruin never spoke again. He had seen the four-wheel-drive coming towards him. “I want people to get an idea of what it was like. I saw my husband die at the scene. Issy was trapped for an hour and was on the side of the car where they were reviving my husband. Gemma saw stuff she should not have had to see,” Mrs Pruin said. “No-one should have to see a loved one die at the side of the car.” Continued on page 5.
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Blown away Residents abhorrent over shifting turbines TURBINES at Bald Hills Wind Farm have been built 100-250m away from the locations specified in the planning permit, prompting the company to seek approval from Victorian Planning Minister Matthew Guy.
Should Mr Guy refuse, wind farm general manager Matthew Croome will consider the future of the turbines and has not ruled out the possibility of these having to be demolished. Mr Croome said 20 turbines had been micro-sited to locate them in better ground for construction. He said six had moved less than 10m, 12 less than 100m, and two between 100m and 250m. “Although the permit contained no specific restriction on the distance allowed for micro-siting, we are seeking secondary consent from the Minister for Planning for the two turbines that have moved more than 100 metres,” he said. Concerned Tarwin Lower residents, represented by former parliamentary researcher Cheryl Wragg, raised their concerns with South Gippsland Shire Council last Wednesday. Ms Wragg claimed the permit had been breached. “The minister has been asked to give secondary consent and council has been asked to go along with it,” she said. “Residents have been ignored.” Council was accused of failing to
act on residents’ claims the turbines had been moved many months ago, and now residents are concerned about the impacts of turbines being moved. “This development has been significantly changed despite numerous requests to council,” resident Don Jelbart said. Under the Victorian Planning Scheme, wind farm companies must seek residents’ written approval if turbines are built within 2km of their homes, within certain planning zones. Ms Wragg said moving turbines so far did not constitute micro-siting, which was permissible under the permit, so long as the minister was satisfied with the extent. “These are big changes to turbine location. This constitutes a serious breach of the permit,” she said. “We are asking you to enforce the terms of the permit. Checking of siting should have been done by now.” Ms Wragg said the minister had not given a definition of micro-siting, but said he gave her and residents an “unofficial distance of 20m”. Cr Lorraine Brunt said, “This is obviously a badly written permit.” Council’s manager of planning and environmental health Bryan Sword said council would not consider enforcement action in relation to turbine location until the minister determined whether the permit had been breached. Council will conduct an onsite investigation within two weeks of receiving direction from the minister. Council is still determining whether excessive vegetation has been cleared
for the powerline linking the wind farm to the grid at a switching station now under construction at Leongatha South. Mr Sword said council had already spent considerable time investigating residents’ claims, including that an Aboriginal grave was dug up. That claim proved false. Ms Wragg also said Bald Hills Wind Farm had applied to erect powerlines in the Tarwin Lower Cemetery, but Mr Croome said that was incorrect. Mr Sword said council has received an application for secondary consent to vary planning permission associated with the removal of native and non-native vegetation along the powerline route near the cemetery. “This application has just been received and is under preliminary assessment. Installation of power poles is exempt from requiring planning permission, but this proposal does not include installing poles within the cemetery,” he said. Tarwin Lower resident Ann Blundy said while tree clearing works continue along Inverloch-Venus Bay Road, contractors left a tree with a nesting magpie. Mr Croome said no koalas had been killed or injured during vegetation removal along InverlochVenus Bay Road. “Minimising the impact on the environment including flora and fauna was a key focus during the process of selecting the powerline route for Bald Hills Wind Farm, and remains a top priority throughout the installation phase,” he said.
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publicly state their commitment which went something like: “I always wondered why somebody didn’t do something. Then I realised that...” Brave and motivated students spoke publicly about their passion and what they would change now. Dana proved herself to be an incredible example of a student leader. Ms Lanyon said, “Dana is to be congratulated on showing great initiative and exceptional skills to get the whole school behind an idea. “It was an awesome day, run totally by kids for kids, and that is what 21st century learning
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FIX CRIGHTONS HILL & SAVE LIVES
Costs justify bypass By Brad Lester THE cost of fatalities and serious injuries at Crightons Hill in the past four years alone would nearly offset the cost of bypassing the treacherous Crightons Hill north of Leongatha. Leongatha resident Michael Warner proposed the Strzelecki Highway be diverted around the hill via Mardan Road and Crightons Road, rejoining the highway there. But Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said that proposal would cost about $25 million. However an investiga-
tion by The Star has found the cost of the four fatalities and estimated 20 accidents resulting in serious injury at Crightons Hill in the past four years alone would be about $19.05 million. That sum was based on figures supplied by the Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics, an Australian Government agency. The bureau estimated the cost to an individual of a fatality in 2011 was $3.18 million and a serious injury $316,869. Therefore four fatalities would cost $12.72 million and 20 serious injuries $6.33 million, giving a total cost of $19.05 million – but that is only for the past four years, and excludes fatalities and
serious injuries prior. Add average Consumer Price Index rises of 1.75 per cent and 2.45 per cent (from Reserve Bank of Australia) for the past two years and that total cost rises to $19.85 million. Further add the cost of potential future accidents should no work be undertaken, and the savings would be greater. The bureau’s figures were based on such costs as loss of life, lost production, treatment of injuries and ongoing care of people with disabilities and property costs. Mr Warner’s idea (see diagram) would entail a new junction of the highway and Mardan Road, and upgrading Mardan
and Crightons roads to highway standard. “If they buy the land, they will be able to come straight over the hill and into Leongatha,” Mr Warner said. But Mr Ryan, the Gippsland South MLA, indicated such works would be unlikely. “As I understand it, it could be in the order of $25 million. It would entail much more investigation, including the impact on the property owners in the nominated path,” he said. “That is something we would not do lightly, simply because we do have to respect the ownership of the land as it is. “All that will be carefully considered in the outcome arising from the coronial investigation.” Mr Ryan said the $25 million would include roadworks, land acquisi-
Alternative route: a possible new route for the Strzelecki Highway around Crightons Hill, Leongatha, as indicated in red. The vision is the idea of Leongatha’s Michael Warner. tion and compensation to dairy farms impacted by loss of land. But he agreed Crightons Hill was dangerous. “To have four road deaths and a significant number of serious injuries in this relatively short stretch of road is
something which speaks for itself,” Mr Ryan said. Mr Warner said he realised his vision would not come cheap, but said the expense was worthwhile if lives were saved. “Every road we have built is worth millions and millions, and they’ve
always achieved it. It really is a dangerous section and would pay for itself over time,” he said. “It has got to be better for trucking because there are no bends there and there would be no risk of a truck tipping over the bends.”
Crash victims back Crightons Hill petition
Behind the cause: Maryanne Cobb of Mirboo North signed the Crightons Hill petition at Strzelecki Newsagency, Mirboo North on Friday. The petition to the Legislative Assembly of Victoria calls for a flashing warning sign and/or for the speed limit to be reduced to 80km/h at Crightons Hill on the Strzelecki Highway at Leongatha. The petition also calls for long term works to alter the highway to bypass the hill, located between Mardan and Leongatha-Yarragon roads. Strzelecki Newsagency’s Elly Costani said young drivers were shaken by the recent death of 17 year old Mirboo North girl at Crightons Hill. “A lot of the kids here in town are more wary now when they’re driving. Parents are saying their kids are playing it safer now,” she said.
Continued from page 1. The autopsy report was graphic. Mr Pruin suffered 15 broken bones. Eight broken ribs and a fractured sternum had lacerated his internal organs. “It was not until I got the autopsy results I realised he did not have a hope,” Mrs Pruin said. Issy’s arm was broken in two places and both legs were fractured. She also suffered a broken knee, right ankle, nose and an eye socket, as well as other injuries. She was seated behind her father, who was driving at the time. Seeing the four-wheel-drive cross the highway towards him, Mr Pruin swerved to the left, but the right hand side of the Pruins’ car absorbed the full impact. Issy remained in hospital for seven weeks and attended her father’s funeral in a stretcher bed. During her most recent surgery,
she had growth plates – part of her knee bones – drilled to stop her legs growing crookedly. She lives in pain every day. Mrs Pruin suffered a broken foot and Gemma still experiences pain – physical and mental. The family sees a psychologist to try and deal with the trauma, and has the court case to deal with. The Pruins’ weeks are now filled with medical appointments. An estimated 1000 people attended Mr Pruin’s funeral. He loved his family and friends, would visit his mates, was a member of the Outtrim Hall committee and caught fish for his family from the oil rigs. “We had lots of time together. We were very close. One sympathy card said he was a loud, friendly and funny person, and that really struck home, because he was all of those things,” Mrs Pruin said.
“It was shocking for us not to be able to say goodbye or at least ‘I love you’ before he went. “I’m focusing on the fact I’m around to look after myself and my girls. I keep going for my kids.” The four-wheel-drive was driven by a 20 year old man from Ferntree Gully. It crashed into a second car and the driver of that vehicle, a Newborough man aged 20, was airlifted to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The petition is an initiative of the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and The Star newspaper, and can be signed in Leongatha (The Star office, Leongatha Newsagency and Evans Petroleum BP service stations), and Mirboo North (Strzelecki Newsagency and BP service station) until this Friday, September 26.
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Many colours: from left, Hugh Munro, Campbell Dodge and Ayanna Cashmore with teacher Jessica Stein, in a sea of football colours on the oval at Leongatha Primary School on Friday. The school was celebrating both the end of the term and the end of the Lunchtime Support Season which has seen 320 students each week of term three take to the oval at lunchtimes to play for the Demon’s Cup. Full story on page 42.
What about Clydesdales? By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been urged to use Clydesdale horses pulling a hay cart to collect greenwaste from homes.
In today’s era of garbage trucks, Leongatha man Steve Rath last Wednesday suggested council use the cheaper and more environmentally friendly option of horses. He said the idea would be the “ultimate greenwaste collection”. “It’s the ultimate because it could be free fuel and a learning experience for children to jump on the horse. We could recycle the horse manure,” Mr Rath said. “People who gave greenwaste could receive free compost.” Council’s director of community services Jan Martin said Mr Rath’s idea was “innovative” but would “probably not fit in”. Cr Andrew McEwen was not so sure. “People can poo hoo the idea but the interesting thing is the speed of the truck picking up bins is probably not much faster than a horse and cart, plus there would
be the tourism factor,” he said. Council will start a kerbside greenwaste collection service in July 2015. Mr Rath also called for council to advocate for the restoration of the bridge over the Leongatha railway line, linking the central business district with the train station, V/Line bus stop and eastern Leongatha. “Mothers with prams would walk over the bridge, and cyclists could do it, and they would not be disturbed by the busy roundabout in Leongatha,” he said. “I have friends in the timber industry who would be kind with their labour and their timber supply. The men’s shed could get involved.” Acting mayor Cr Jeanette Harding said the issue was one for VicTrack – the State Government agency responsible for the railway land – to resolve. Mr Rath added one last note. He said he was a tree surgeon and had recently erected a rope swing in Leongatha’s Ellen Lyndon Park. The swing was popular with children, he said, but was removed after four days. “I would appreciate it being returned; the rope at least,” he said cheekily.
Tarryn helps Sri Lanka INVERLOCH Surf Life Saving Club member Tarryn Thom will be travelling to Sri Lanka this month to train pool lifeguards and lifesavers as part of Life Saving Victoria’s Building Leaders Scholarship. The scholarship aims to develop the leadership skills of Life Saving Victoria members. Tarryn, from Colac, was amazed by her selection. “I feel incredibly privi-
leged to have been selected and excited for the challenges that will come with going overseas and working in a completely different environment,” she said. With more than 1200 drowning deaths in Sri Lanka each year, the Life Saving Victoria program has been helping to improve water safety there.
Right, Sri Lanka bound: Tarryn Thom of Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club has been chosen for a prestigious scholarship.
“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 23, 2014 - PAGE 7
Prison plan under fire By Tayla Kershaw PORT Welshpool locals are strongly against having a day prison in their town.
South Gippsland Shire Council has recently been in discussion with Fulham Correctional Centre in regards to the possibility of having a prison day camp in the Port Welshpool Holiday Cabins on Lewis Street. This is one of several locations around the town council has considered. “Nobody wants it,” Port Welshpool’s Mollie Rose said. “They are concerned with how close it is to Barry Beach now that every port is being considered as a high risk terrorist area.” Minister for Corrections Edward O’Donohue said the Victorian Government announced last year it would
seek to reintroduce work camps for the lowest security rated prisoners to undertake valuable work in the community as a way of repaying their debt to society. “This is intended as an extension of the valuable community work partnerships programs which see prisoners contributing in different ways to communities all over the state,” he said. “Examples of such work include assisting various fire and flood emergencies, and undertaking work under the Landmate program.” Port Welshpool General Store owner Peter Rose said council needed to better consult the public before implementing the idea. “The community’s panic stems from lack of information,” he said. “Cr Jeanette Harding asked me to help gain some public support but we need
to be enlightened on what they plan to do.” However Mr Rose did believe there was a positive element to the day prison: it would mean more work will be done in Port Welshpool. However, he said the public has been given enough information and everyone, particularly the elderly in the town, were feeling insecure. “We’ve been led to believe these will be white collar prisoners but we need to know more,” he said. “Council needs to be more open with us.” Locals are also concerned about the lack of police services in their area. Despite the correctional centre promising around the clock security, locals are distressed about police assistance. “Our nearest police station is Toora and at times it’s unmanned,” Mr Rose said.
Location, location: Port Welshpool General Store owner Peter Rose points out the caravan park which could become a prison day camp.
Milk shake-up
“Our nearest 24 hour police station is Wonthaggi or Warragul. I’d be interested to know how they (the police) feel about this.” Mr Rose believes the best course of action was for council to hold a public
meeting with the Port Welshpool community. “We don’t need to hear from the correctional centre because most don’t want it,” he said. “But council needs to let us know what’s going on.”
Mr O’Donohue said the location of the day camp has not been determined. Port Welshpool Holiday Cabins is in the main street of Port Welshpool, across the road from the town’s only playground.
Councillor calls for residents’ trust Attack dog put down
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KORUMBURRA residents face losing some control over a buffer zone surrounding Burra Foods if South Gippsland Shire Council rejects it. Cr Nigel HutchinsonBrooks said if council was to refuse to ask an independent planning panel to consider Burra Foods’ request for an environmental significance overlay (ESO), the company would most likely ask Victorian Planning Minister Matthew Guy to intervene. That would rob council of the right to further input on residents’ behalf, Cr Hutchinson-Brooks said. The overlay would alert new residents and potential developers within 300m of the milk factory to the possibility of noise and odour. The overlay comes after residents complained of such issues when the factory’s new milk power plant began operation. Council will consider the issue at tomorrow’s (Wednesday) council meeting. Council officers have recommended councillors refer Burra Foods’ application for an overlay – by creating amendment C99 to the South Gippsland Planning Scheme – to an independent planning panel. The public, council and Burra Foods would present to the panel, and council could accept or reject the panel’s report. If council refused that recommendation, Burra Foods could ask Minister Guy to take over. “If that happens, council is no longer involved in the process,” Cr Hutchinson-Brooks said.
“The panel reports back to the minister, who makes the decision whether to adopt with or without amendments. “It is in the interests of the residents that council remains involved in the process, to have the opportunity to review and modify if necessary the panel’s recommendations to best assist the residents.” At last Wednesday’s council public presentation sessions, outraged residents called on council to reject the ESO, saying even the prospect of the overlay being imposed was reducing property values and resulting in sales falling through. Christine McKenzie lives in Warragul Road. Her home was nearly sold until the prospective buyer learnt of the overlay proposal and that Burra Foods owned a block opposite Ms McKenzie’s home, and withdrew their offer. “The home buyer market in Korumburra has been unusually quiet and has been for a year,” she said. “If Burra Foods was operating within its licence, we would have no need to have this ESO put in place.” Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers said claims of property values being impacted were “rumours”. “I’m very concerned there is a lot of misinformation in the community and the impact of the ESO has been blown out of proportion,” he told council. Mr Crothers said Burra Foods was subject to the Environment Protection Authority’s rules regarding noise and odour, and wanted to work with the community. Affected resident Viv Pepper said C99 would stifle residential growth in
Korumburra and favoured Burra Foods’ needs over residents’. He said no ESO was applied around Murray Goulburn’s dairy factory at Leongatha nor United Dairy Power’s milk collection site at Poowong. “The ESO places excessive red tape on existing and new home and landowners and on council, as the ESO would trigger the need for a planning permit for all new sensitive land uses and subdivisions, and require referral of such applications to Burra Foods and to the EPA for consideration,” he said. Resident Les Guilfoyle said the report by GHD - on which claims were based was inaccurate, saying odour complaints against Burra Foods were incorrectly attributed to sewer issues. Residents do hold faith in the EPA’s ability to ensure Burra Foods operated to its conditions, with
Elisabeth Jones saying the EPA “does not have a culture of enforcement”, as found in the 2011 EPA Compliance and Enforcement Review. Glenn Brown built his dream retirement home at Korumburra and has since had milk powder fall on his roof and car, and contaminate his water tank, twice forcing him to dispose of 44,000 litres of water. His family fell ill and he said the smell from Burra Foods caused further illness to his son and mother-in-law. The family was unable to use its air-conditioner during summer as it would draw the smell inside. He demanded to know who would compensate residents for loss of property value and if his council rates would be reduced. Resident Thea Dent said the ESO would restrict her ability to use her property as she pleased.
THE American Staffordshire terrier that attacked 13 year old school boy, Rowan Treacy in his backyard in Korumburra on August 23 has been put down following a court order. Last Thursday, a 26 year old Korumburra man pleaded guilty to a number of charges and was fined $600 plus costs. In another recent incident, two dogs escaped from their premises in Petersen Street, Korumburra and acted aggressively towards several people, some of whom were bitten. Police secured the dogs back onto their property until South Gippsland Shire Council local laws officers were able to seize them. The matter is currently being investigated and another 26 year old man has been
interviewed by local laws officers. He, too, is likely to be charged on summons with attack and registration offences. Council’s acting manager regulatory services Bruce Gardiner said many pet owners believe their dog won’t bite or attack another animal or person. However he said council’s experience was that most dogs would act aggressively in some circumstances. “This is especially so when they are not supervised by their owner,” he said. “We have also found the majority of dogs involved are unregistered at the time the incidents occurred. “We urge all dog and cat owners to apply to register their animals with council before they are brought to our attention.” People wishing to report animal management issues are asked to contact council’s local laws team on 5662 9200.
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID FREE Provided by Latrobe Regional Hospital What is Mental Health First Aid? Mental health first aid is the help given to someone developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate professional treatment is received.
Who can attend a MHFA course? Any interested person can attend: carers of people with mental illness are encouraged to come along.
WHEN: Monday October 6 & Tuesday October 7 WHERE: Foster Community Health Centre, Station Rd, Foster TIME: 9am -5pm Limited spaces available
To register please contact Lynn on 5662 9260 or lynnm@southgippsland.vic.gov.au A joint initiative of Country Women’s Association, Latrobe Regional Hospital and South Gippsland Shire Council
Major issue: Burra Foods CEO Grant Crothers discusses the environmental significance overlay with Korumburra resident Thea Dent.
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Culture celebrated in Wonthaggi By Tayla Kershaw THE Burma to Bass Coast project will come together on November 16.
Members of the Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre – otherwise known as Mitchell House – have been working alongside the Karen community,3 a Burmese tribe to put together a Powerpoint pre-
sentation, funded by the Bass Coast Shire Council. This presentation is a compilation of photos detailing the Karen community’s journey from Burma to Wonthaggi. The launch date was chosen to coincide with International Day of Tolerance. This day promotes respect, dialogue, cooperation and tolerance of all cultures. There are now 28 peo-
PUBLIC SESSIONS Council Chambers, Leongatha PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 Wed, 24 Sept 10.00am ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 24 September – 2.00pm 1. NOM– high jump training facility 2. Finance performance report July - Aug 3. Report on assembly of councillors - Aug 4. Documents/contracts under CEO - Aug 5. Cr discretionary fund report 6. PSA C99: Burra Foods buffer 7. (Item withdrawn) PA- proposed dwelling & rural industry, Woorarra 8. Proposed lease to Parks Vic 9. Draft Annual Report 2013/14 10. Unaudited financial standard & performance statements 11. Social community infrastructure blueprint 12. WGRLC agreement 13. Advocacy for increased library funding 14. MAV State Council meeting - NOM 15. Award of tender SGC15/10 - Nyora Hall refurbishment 16. S86 review - Toora Tennis Court Reserve 17. S86 review - Leongatha Court House 18. S86 review - Allambee Sth Community Hall 19. S86 review - Korumburra Access Centre 20. S86 review - Dumbalk Hall 21. Answers to previous questions on notice 22. Closed item - Community Grants Program 23. Closed item - Jim Harvey Nature Reserve NOTICE OF ACQUISITION (Form 7; S. 21(a) Reg. 16) COMPULSORY ACQUISITION OF INTEREST IN LAND South Gippsland Shire Council declares that by this notice it acquires an interest in fee simple in the whole of the land contained in certificate of title volume 8950 folio 395, being Crown Allotment 17 Section C Township of Korumburra Parish of Korumburra, and described as 5 Little Princes Street, Korumburra (Land). Interest acquired: That of Stephen John McDonald and Permanent Mortgages Pty Limited ACN 097 176 362 and all or any other interests. Published with the authority of the South Gippsland Shire Council. ANTHONY SEABROOK Acting Chief Executive Officer. Dated 28 August 2014 OCTOBER IMMUNISATION PROGRAM Wed 1 October MIRBOO NORTH, MCH Centre, Brennan St 9-9.30am KORUMBURRA, Community Rm, Commercial St 11.30am-12pm Tue 7 October FISH CREEK, RSL Hall, Meeniyan Prom Rd 9-9.30am FOSTER, WMA Centre, Main St 10am-10.30am LEONGATHA, Uniting Church Hall, Peart St 12.301.30pm Enquiries: Ph 5662 9361 OPEN AIR BURNING Residents are reminded of changes to Local Laws in April that restrict open air burning in township areas to ease community health impacts (residential/township/low density residential/commercial 1 or mixed use) You could be fined $500 for lighting up. Enquiries 5662 9200 or www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/Local Laws (Page 10 of General Local Law) AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD NOMINATIONS Nominations close 31 October for Citizen of the Year, Community Event of the Year and Youth Contribution Certificates. Download an interactive nomination form from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or call us and we can post/email one out to you. Not sure where to start? Call Jeannie on 5662 9221 to find out how easy it is. COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Road Maintenance: Venus Bay/Pound Ck/Koonwarra/ Poowong East/Nyora/Loch Road Stabilisation works: Loch Poowong Rd, Loch, Mt Lyall Rd, Nyora 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 Fax: 5662 3754 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au
ple from Burma living in Wonthaggi. The last group arrived in Wonthaggi a few weeks ago. The photos in the presentation will also show one of the first women to arrive in Wonthaggi going back to her village for the first time in seven years. Mitchell House volunteers coordinator Jean Tattersall said it’s an inspiring story of their journey from the trauma and prosecution in Burmese refugee camps to a successful settlement in Australia. Special Burmese delicacies will be provided on the launch day and Karen dancing will be featured. Mitchell House is appreciative of the sponsors who helped bring the Karen community to the area. “People ask me why I sponsor families from Burma and I think it’s guilt,” one of the first sponsors, Sylvia Davey, said. “I don’t want to be a person who does nothing about the atrocities in the world.”
Full of joy: members of the Karen community are warmly welcomed by Mitchell House in Wonthaggi.
Pursuit bystander speaks By Tayla Kershaw JENNY Mounsey got a terrible shock when she was driving at Leongatha South on September 10. The Wonthaggi woman was caught up in a police pursuit on Inverloch-Koonwarra Road, as police chased a 30 year old and a 16 year old in a stolen car, about 1.30pm. “I couldn’t believe it happened. It was like something out of a movie,” she said. The 20 year old initially saw the stolen car coming towards her, and thought police had pulled someone over and the driver was overtaking them. When she realised something more sinister was happening, she slowed her car down.
The driver saw Jenny coming and drove straight towards her. She then tried to jump out of her own moving vehicle to take Jenny’s car. “I locked my doors when I saw she was trying to do that,” Jenny said. The driver didn’t manage to get out of her car and hit Jenny’s car in the process. “She was driving like a maniac,” Jenny said. “Obviously she didn’t care if she was to hurt anyone.” Jenny’s car was scratched on the driver’s side and the rim was quite damaged. “I have insurance so I don’t have to pay anything and because it was a criminal offence the police will pay the excess,” she said. Jenny stopped her car after she had been hit and put her hands up as police officer walked to her car. “He told me to unlock it.
He took my seatbelt off and took my keys. He pulled me out of the car and put me on the ground and said he was going to handcuff me,” she said. “He was confused because he thought I was a part of it. He was very apologetic and felt bad. I said I understood and knew he was just doing his job.” Jenny said she was shaken, but police were helpful and made her feel safe. “They stayed in contact for the next couple of days to make sure I was all right,” she said. The 30 year old woman was charged with armed robbery and numerous traffic offences, and was further remanded after appearing in court the following day (September 11). The 16 year old was released and will be charged by summons at a later time.
Drugs sniffed out SNIFFER dogs are helping Leongatha Police crackdown on drugs in South Gippsland.
The dogs have been used in eight or nine Leongatha search warrants in recent weeks. They have also been used in Inverloch and Wonthaggi. Mostly, they are used to sniff out powders and ice. Leongatha has used the dogs regularly over the years but there has been a recent surge in dog activity. Minister for Police and Emergency Services Kim Wells said some dogs will be based in regional communities where ice is exacting a heavy toll. “In addition to facilitating the fight against ice, the dogs are trained to locate cocaine, heroin, amphetamines,
ecstasy, GBH and cannabis,” he said. Mr Wells said the government was acting to stamp out drugs and the increased number of dogs working with Victoria Police would play a key role in detecting, deterring and catching drug offenders. “The dogs are amazing to watch,” Leongatha’s Sergeant Dale McCahon said. “They’re incredibly obedient and love their work. “To continue to use them we need public help so we can get search warrants. This is all confidential.” When police receive enough information, they apply to the Magistrates Court for a search warrant, which quite often leads to arrests. The public can give the information anonymously to either police or Crime Stoppers.
POLICE BRIEFS Truck rollover kills sheep UP TO 100 sheep were killed or destroyed after a truck rolled on the South Gippsland Highway between Foster and Toora on Saturday. The truck rolled after the driver lost control on sweeping bends around 1.45pm. The highway was blocked until 10pm, and police were assisted by CFA volunteers from Toora, Foster, Fish Creek and Meeniyan brigades. The 58 year old driver from New South Wales was taken to South Gippsland Hospital at Foster with non-threatening head injuries. Police from the Bass Coast Highway Patrol will prepare a brief of evidence and the driver may face charges. About 400 sheep were onboard, bound for Port Welshpool to meet a ferry to be transported
to Flinders Island, after being carted from Deniliquin in New South Wales.
Credit theft A 24 YEAR OLD Korumburra man will face deception charges in court in November. Korumburra Police allege the man stole a replacement credit card from a residential mailbox in Korumburra while the owner was overseas. Police believe the thief used the credit card at businesses in Korumburra and Wonthaggi to buy fuel, clothes and groceries. He was alleged to have spent a total of $1500, spending less than $100 on each purchase to avoid entering a PIN number. Police apprehended the suspect after watching CCTV footage. He will appear in the Korumburra Magistrates Court on November 27.
Chooks killed FIVE pet chooks at Tarwin Lower Primary School were killed on the weekend. A goat tied to an adjoining gate was spray painted with red paint and during the ordeal, appears to have cracked its horn and sustained a serious injury. Inverloch Police are investigating the attacks and would like to know of anyone who knows about suspects with red paint. Phone 5674 1202.
Bathtub burglar BASS Coast CIU detectives are investigating a burglary at a holiday house at Venus Bay. Over two weeks, an unknown offender gained entry to the house in Paris Crescent via a window. Nothing was stolen, although evidence found at the scene suggests the offender may have used the bath. Police are searching for a blue/grey coloured vehicle
that was seen in the area. Inverloch Police have reported numerous burglaries this year where offenders appearing to be showering in vacant homes.
TV taken A TV and welder were among the contents stolen from a vacant house at Wonthaggi North in the week before September 20. The stolen items were removed from the house while the owner was in the process of moving. Early police investigations have identified an offender who will be interviewed in the near future.
Ryanston break-in POLICE believe a burglar broke a window to enter a holiday house at Ryanston, north of Wonthaggi, recently. A TV and DVD player
were taken.
Woman sought POLICE wish to talk to a woman who attempted to pay for goods at a Wonthaggi supermarket with a counterfeit $50 note. The smart thinking shop attendant identified the counterfeit note and questioned the female. The woman then paid with a legitimate $50 note and left. Police are seeking the female who was wearing a black and white striped shirt, and black pants.
Mower stolen A RIDE-ON lawn mower was stolen from a Wonthaggi property last week. The Greenfield ride-on was at the rear of a property in McKenzie Street, ready to be transported, when it was taken.
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No to gas fields Korumburra residents speak out against CSG By Tayla Kershaw A GROUP opposing coal and coal seam gas mining has been formed in Korumburra. The group came together on Wednesday night, following a public forum three weeks ago. The new action group has started with 23 people and is likely to grow as interest develops. “Locals are concerned about their land and want to stay gas field free,” Victorian Lock the Gate coordinator and group facilitator Ursula Alquier said. Group members claim CSG threatens Gippsland’s strong farming business. Issues associated with fracking include contaminated beef and dairy products, fertility issues, and sickness and death in exposed herds. Contaminated water is also a major concern amongst the Korumburra group. Korumburra has joined many other ac-
tive groups in South Gippsland including Poowong, Mirboo North, Koonwarra, Foster and Kongwak. The groups aim to devise strategies to stop gas field development in their towns. Korumburra’s strategies will be kept under wraps until those are discussed further. “They will be discussing ways to approach further engaging the community and raising awareness,” Ms Alquier said. “The locals want to make sure we never see a gas field in South Gippsland.” There are 33 active groups from Cardinia Shire to East Gippsland Shire. Poowong was the first town to declare itself a CSG free community.
Active Korumburra: Victorian Lock the Gate coordinator and group facilitator Ursula Alquier (centre), Poowong Group’s Robyn Callaghan (left) and Ray Boys helped start Korumburra’s anti-coal seam gas group on Wednesday.
Footpath trading fees rise By Laura Gibb FOOTPATH trading application fees in Bass Coast Shire will remain at $100 while other costs such as outdoor dining fees will increase by three per cent from January 1, 2015.
Back us: members of Coal and CSG Free Mirboo North, including front, from left, Gayle Margaret, Marg Thomas and Susan Wightman, have asked South Gippsland Shire Council to give the community more information about coal seam gas.
Tell us more: CSG opponents By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been urged to take a more vocal stand against coal seam gas. Members of Coal and CSG Free Mirboo North last
BTEX ban
THE Victorian Parliament last week passed legislation that enshrines in law a ban on the use of BTEX chemicals in hydraulic fracturing to protect Victoria’s environment, water assets and prime agricultural land.
Minister for Energy and Resources Russell Northe said the legislative ban would ensure these chemicals would never be used in this way in Victoria. “The Victorian Coalition Government is acting to ban the use of BTEX chemicals to make sure precious natural resources like groundwater are never put at risk by their use,” he said. “Victorians can have confidence this government is determined to ensure the protection of our environment and agricultural industries.” The government is undertaking a 12 month community consultation process and carrying out scientific studies into the potential impact of onshore gas activities on water resources. BTEX chemicals, which include benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene and xylene, can be harmful to human health and aquatic ecosystems. The use of BTEX chemicals in hydraulic fracturing is currently prohibited as a result of the moratorium, and the legislation passed will enshrine the ban in law for the future.
Wednesday called on council to keep the community informed about CSG activities and council’s stance. The group’s Marg Thomas requested more information on council’s website and also within council’s community newsletter, South Gippsland Matters. “That public does not get enough information from council and that is what our problem is,” she said at the public presentation session at the Leongatha council chambers. “Nothing has been updated since 2012.” Council has previously voiced its opposition to CSG mining in the shire. Council’s corporate services director June Ernst said council was waiting until the end of the State Government’s moratorium on CSG in July 2015 before determining its next move. Cr Andrew McEwen said he would raise CSG at council’s October meeting to reconfirm council’s view that CSG was an urgent issue for the community. “We must take precautions. There is now a massive body of research that says there are issues with health effects with CSG,” he said. Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks said he had erected a yellow Lock the Gate sign at his property – to the gallery’s applause - but remained certain a CSG industry would not eventuate in the region. “I’m not convinced there is any winnable coal seam gas in South Gippsland,” he said.
The revised footpath trading fees were agreed unanimously by councillors at the Bass Coast Shire Council meeting on Wednesday. Cr Andrew Phillips said the currently proposed fee increase of three per cent, in line with the consumer price index (CPI) increase, was fair. From January 1, 2015, A-frame signs will increase in cost from $100 per year to $105 per year; display of good for sale will increase from $125 per square metre per year to $130 per square metre per year; and outdoor dining will increase from $100 per square metre per year to $105 per square metre per year. Cr Phillips pointed out the three per cent increase has been rounded up to the nearest
$5 this year and next year may be rounded down. Members of Bass Coast tourism and/ or business associations will receive a 25 per cent discount on their fees, with a cap of $500. “The 25 per cent discount for business or tourism association members is very important,” Cr Phillips said. The discount is intended to give businesses an incentive to support their local business or tourism association. Council will review footpath trading fees in line with CPI increases when it conducts its annual review of council’s fees and charges. Bass Coast Shire Council’s acting community and economic development director Antoinette Mitchell said footpath trading fees were reviewed in August 2014. She said feedback from business and tourism associations and their members regarding the level of fees and the discount arrangements was positive. In July 2013, the business community protested when council proposed to increase fees.
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HAVE you recently received a suit with the wrong coat to match your trousers? A lady collected her dry cleaning a few months ago and only when her husband went to put it on for a funeral, they noticed the incorrect match-up. They are wondering if anyone else out there has the same predicament. So fellas, check your coats and trousers hanging up after being dry cleaned. If you can help, call The Star office and we might be able to “match you up”. THE Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry is looking for people who would like to work as Santa Claus in Leongatha this Christmas. The regular Santa will be out of the state this year, and the chamber requires one or more Santas to help spread the Christmas cheer. One is needed for the Santa photos with the children, usually several sessions a week leading up to Christmas. A Santa is also needed to visit the hospital, Koorooman House and Woorayl Lodge, and to walk the main street and industrial estate handing out lollies to shoppers and
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businesses. If you can help, please contact chamber president Peter Watchorn on 5662 2084. SPEED crafting is the opportunity to learn in one fun evening: how to bake a sponge, knit or crochet, make jam or lemon butter, or propagate a succulent over four 30 minute sessions. Entry to the evening hosted by the CWA at the Korumburra Community Centre is by gold coin donation. Beginning at 7pm on Wednesday, October 1, the evening is for those eight years and above. A light supper is provided.
HE doesn’t boast about it but The Star heard Daniel Riccardi of Party Planet, Leongatha, made a little girl’s day on Friday. CONGATULATIONS to Korumburra Secondary College students Joel Findlay, Maddie Dixon and Bill Smart. Joel won the state finals of the Legacy Junior Public Speaking Competition in Melbourne and Maddie has had some of her writing published in Oz in Print magazine. Bill has been
awarded the Junior Fireman’s Award at his local CFA branch. KORUMBURRA Secondary College principal Abigail Graham and teacher Mrs Whitton are off to China at the beginning of term four for an inaugural visit to the sister school in Chengdu. To get used to the idea Australia shares as many similarities with China as it does differences, the term at KSC has involved much calligraphy, origami, lanterns, karaoke, music and film.
LOCH and District Bowling Green is holding a trivia night on Friday, September 26. Eyes down at 7.30pm. Bare foot bowls is starting on Wednesday, October 15 at 6pm. Bowls are supplied. Bare feet or flat soled shoes. DON’T miss out on the next Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon at Scots Pioneer Church at Mardan South this Sunday, September 28 at 2pm. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a musical performance by the choir Just Harmony. Afternoon tea will be served. The church is on Mardan Road. At the August event, Jim Finger presented an interesting speech about science and faith. Reverend Arthur Stamp’s 95th birthday was celebrated during afternoon tea. He has been involved with the afternoons since they first began in 2001. TERRIBLE act! Just when the tulips and daffodils are in full bloom, a Leongatha resident noticed a thief in our midst! A woman in a grey car was noticed with a bag full of tulips being placed in her car, recently taken from the Leongatha Horticultural Gardens near the overhead bridge and the rail trail entrance. “Does she realise the gardens are for all to enjoy and our ratepayers are paying for this privilege,” a Leongatha lady told The Star. The lady didn’t have time to stop but tooted her horn only to get a laugh from tulip thief. “They’ll probably replant the tulips and bulbs into their own garden.” THE Beach and River Business Association of Tarwin Lower and Venus Bay is running a huge garage sale day and car boot sale this Sunday, September 28. There are more than 30 participants so grab a map at any of the town’s stores and happy bargain hunting. See advertisement under Garage Sales in the classifieds.
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POTATO man Les Horsfield, pictured, from Thorpdale is hoping to raise a few funds for the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF). The international not-for-profit scientific organisation aims to diminish the threats to the survival of koalas, and in doing so raise awareness of the need to help save endangered fauna and flora. Les is donating $2 from the sale of every $12 bag of spuds to AKF. Just call into the Horsfields’ potato farm next time you are near the railway yards at Thorpdale over the next three months and the money will go towards this great cause. Les said his Pontiac spuds are ideal for potato salad.
Thanks a million: Lions Club of Inverloch and District president Klaus Edel (left) was presented with a certificate of appreciation by 3mFM director Ron Payne recently, in recognition of the club’s donation. Lions not only bought new floor coverings for the radio studio at Inverloch, but also laid the carpet tiles in expert fashion, helping to make the studio more presentable and replacing badly worn floor coverings.
Fundraising: Grade 4 students at Chairo Christian School, Charli and Georgia Burns, organised Blue September Day - a cause that recognises awareness of cancers that affect men and for cancer research - at the school last Friday. The girls were moved to raise funds as their Pop is suffering from this horrible disease. The students at Chairo wore blue for the day and raised $153.70. So cute: this Wiltipoll ewe has been renamed Patience as she is so tolerant of her four offspring climbing all over her. The meat and milk breed of sheep is renowned for multiple births and 2014 has been an exceptionally good season. Patience is part of the flock at Anne and Michael Vale Sidell’s stud Cluanie at Koonwarra.
Wonthaggi spellers succeed WONTHAGGI Secondary College students put their word skills to the test during their inaugural spelling bee for Literacy and Numeracy Week recently Leading up to the big spell off, English classes in years 7, 8 and 9 had preliminary heats to decide class representatives. There were 10 representatives for each level. The atmosphere was upbeat and all were engaged as college principal Garry Dennis read out each word and put it in a sentence. Each contestant had to say the word, spell it and then say it again.
All students were focused and determined. Some even used their ‘ask a friend’ lifeline and many opted for writing the word down before spelling it out loud.
Through a process of elimination, the strongest spellers on the day became apparent quite quickly. Place-getters were Lyla Wilson (first) and Kelsey
Page (second) from Year 9, James Cohen (first) and Mack Geyle (second) from Year 8, and Liana Finnegan (first) and Erinn Harnden (second) from Year 7.
Winners: back from left, Lyla Wilson, Kelsey Page, James Cohen and Mack Geyle, and front from left, Lianna Finnegan and Erinn Harnden were victorious in Wonthaggi Secondary College’s inaugural spelling bee.
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Jetty crumbles FEDERAL Government funding must be secured before any restoration work on the Port Welshpool Long Jetty will commence. South Gippsland Shire Council acting mayor Cr Jeanette Harding remains hopeful the government will contribute $5 million to the project. Deputy Premier Peter Ryan recently told her Federal Infrastructure Minister Warren Truss was interested in a long jetty and marina in New South Wales, suggesting he may look favourably on funding the local project. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent said he has made formal requests to Mr Truss and Prime Minister Tony Abbott for the money. “We remain hopeful of good news in the future. I believe a restored Port Welshpool Long Jetty would be a key employer in the region, not just during the construction phase but for the years to come,” he said. Mr Ryan said a $5 million commitment from the Coalition Government had ensured the project was best placed to secure federal funding. “This important region-
al project, expected to cost $11 million, now requires a commitment from the Federal Government,” he said. In 2012, the estimated cost to fix the Port Welshpool Long Jetty was $9.8 million, based on the design provided at the time. This estimate was predicated on a 2011 condition assessment, and Gippsland Ports CEO Nick Murray said it would have increased substantially since then. Mr Murray said at a community meeting in early August the most recent assessment of the jetty was undertaken on June 18. “The shore end of the structure is in far better condition that the inlet end,” he said. Mr Murray said the outer decking of the jetty had degraded to the extent it was no longer suitable for pedestrians. “Unauthorised public access continues and another fire on the jetty was extinguished on June 12,” he said. “The fire was obviously deliberately lit. There is also an unknown state of termite activity.” Mr Murray said sections of the decking had been lifted and used as a bridge across the large gaps on the jetty. “People are risking their own safety and continue to access the structure. It is a real challenge to continue to
mitigate the risks,” he said. South Gippsland Shire Council has allowed $1 million. Mr Murray said the jetty would most likely be built with a combination of timber and concrete. “Concrete doesn’t burn nearly as well as timber and will be a more cost effective deck to maintain,” he said. Welshpool and District Advisory Group member Paul Macphail said he hasn’t had any information on the progress of the project for more than 12 months. “I think it is a project that needs doing. Port Welshpool is a place being ignored by government funding, which is reflected in the unemployment rate,” he said. “I think we need a boost in this area to help it move forward. At the moment it is very stagnant and we need projects like this to get things moving and to provide employment for the younger generation.” Mr Macphail said in the past, money had been shifted from Port Welshpool to Lakes Entrance. “We have missed out. The interest has certainly been on Lakes Entrance rather than Port Welshpool. Having the Long Jetty restored would increase tourism and give visitors to the town something to do,” he said.
Still waiting: Welshpool and District Advisory Group member Paul Macphail from Welshpool is still hopeful the Long Jetty will be restored.
Bunurong wins coastal award BUNURONG Coast Education (BCE) at Inverloch has won the Victorian Coastal Council’s Award for Excellence in the education category. The award ceremony was held in the spectacular Great Hall of the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, and showcased achievements by groups working along the Victorian coast. After two years as a finalist, BCE’s work with visiting schools, community groups, running holiday activities, informing the community through its website and other
educative programs finally earned the title. The program is part of the South Gippsland Conservation Society and is a credit to the society’s hardworking volunteers and education officer Mike Cleeland, as well as those who have contributed to the development of displays and resources at the environment centre in the heart of Inverloch. A magnificent glass sculpture depicting Victoria’s marine emblem, the Weedy Sea Dragon, was presented by Victorian Environment and Climate Change Minister Ryan Smith. Coastcare Victoria was
recognised for its outstanding work supporting volunteer groups along Victoria’s 2000km of coastline over 20 years Bass MLA Ken Smith congratulated Bunurong
Coast Education. “It is are to be commended for its Improved Marine and Coastal Resilience through Knowledge project and for proudly representing Bass Coast,” he said.
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OPINIONS
Council, please listen
Bald Hills explained
BASS Coast Shire Council held a free barbecue for a dog forum yesterday (Monday) at Inverloch or did it? Are the councillors paying for this or is it the ratepayers again adding to the fee already paid to yet another consultant firm? They will tell us what we already know: this dog issue was not a problem until these councillors got involved. Bass Coast Shire Council seems hell bent on wasting money.. Take the Sunset Strip scheme for example. Seventy-one per cent of residents do not want it, even after the Cape Paterson scheme was abandoned because people did not want it at a cost of $259,000. Council is now ignoring this and doing what it did to the dog ban survey and manipulated the figures to its own advantage. Most shires in Australia cater for dogs. I do agree with one thing Dr Ragnar Pahlman suggests (letter to The Star, September 16): that a time period of 10am-1pm or even 10am to 2pm dog free would be suitable to both parties, but council will not agree to this. It will want what it has said from the beginning: Bass Coast does not want dogs on its beaches. Laurie Tuddin, Inverloch.
SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has received calls from residents with concerns about the recent placement of power poles between Bald Hills Road and Tarwin Lower. Over the past four years Bald Hills Wind Farm (BHWF) has investigated several options for the powerline route during its consultation process, including underground and creating easements through properties. This alignment was designed, where possible, to minimise the amount of native vegetation required to be removed. The outcome is that some poles have been installed along road reserves and in cases, like Walkerville Road, are closer to the road than in other areas. Council had discussions with BHWF representatives before works started and was advised barriers would be installed where needed. As this is a ‘works in progress’ site, council has asked the BHWF contractors to install the appropriate works signage and speed limits and motorists are asked to abide by these to ensure safe passage. As a utility provider, BHWF did not need to apply for a permit to use the road reserve to erect the poles. It does however have an obligation to adhere to the Austroads Guidelines for Clear Zones. Subsequently, council has
E D I T O R I A L Prison plan simply odd YES, prisons are controversial topics, especially if it’s a case of building a new one in anyone’s backyard. But why the secrecy over a proposal to build a prison day camp at Port Welshpool? Fulham Correctional Centre near Sale is a long way from South Gippsland where some prisoners are undertaking projects in the community as part of their rehabilitation, and having prisoners staying in the region would save travel costs and time – time that could be better dedicated to community work. But building such a day camp in the middle of Port Welshpool at a former caravan park with houses nearby is a ridiculous idea. What about the potential for convicted sex offenders or pedophiles to be staying next door to families with children? What about the wellbeing of elderly people who may have moved to the port for a peaceful retirement? Such facilities should be built out of townships and away from people’s homes that stand to be devalued or difficult to sell because prisoners are staying next door. With prisons now overflowing and some prisoners even being accommodated in shipping containers, the former Won Wron Prison should never have been closed but instead upgraded to cater for future demand that surely could have been anticipated. The Star has heard the former Toora nursing home was touted as a possible day camp location before a caravan park in Port Welshpool. Houses are nearby. What were authorities thinking? South Gippsland Shire Council should have got on the front foot and convened a public meeting to inform the community of such proposals before everyone found out from their friends, neighbours and The Star. Let’s hope council tells the State Government they should look out of our towns for a suitable site for a prison camp.
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requested the contractors installing the poles for BHWF organise a traffic safety audit to be carried out by an independent company at the earliest to determine which poles will need safety barriers, and what type of barrier should be used. The poles opposite each other are where the cables cross the road. I believe this alignment was selected to keep the poles as far from the road as possible without overhanging property boundaries, which would have required the creation of easements. Council appreciates the community’s concerns and concurs public safety must be optimum. When the directives from the independent traffic safety audit are implemented to meet the relevant Australian safety standards, I am confident the risk levels will be at an acceptable level. As always, we ask motorists drive appropriately for existing road conditions across the shire. Anthony Seabrook, director engineering services, South Gippsland Shire Council.
Welcome all I’M dismayed and disturbed at the anti-refugee rhetoric in Australia, when we are historically, clearly a refugee nation. Civilisation, from the origins of man, in Africa, migrated across vast unknown continents, to evolve as modern mankind. So many European nations were ‘boat people’ as they sailed the New World, in leaky boats, searching for freedom, adventure, wealth and security. I am doing research on my own family history and the reality and reasons that determined my English ancestor, to abandon the security of their families and sailed, aged 21, for 94 days, in a crowded, unsanitary sailing ship, to the end of
the known world, to ‘The Great Southern Land’. Some were Quakers, so I imagine, like many today, they were escaping persecution and hardship. There was much civil unrest in Britain and Europe, due to political upheaval and poverty, so tens of thousands sought refuge, political freedom and escaped, on a dangerous boat journey to the New World colonies in a leaky boat. Many died on their search and journey to freedom! Of the thousands of convicts transported on the First Fleet, the survivors were an irregular, unruly, collection of nationalities, the diverse foundation of our nation. Many Afghan migrant camel drivers helped develop inland Australia. Much of the sugar industry was built on Pacific Islanders, blackbirded to northern Australia. My family settled at Ballarat at the time of the Gold Rush, which attracted thousands of adventurous, unruly gold diggers from around the world. Regardless of nationality, many fought and died for freedom at Eureka Stockade and later generations served for Australia In the 1880s, our family were pioneer free settlers at Leongatha and from those early days, farmers were supplied at their isolated properties often by Indian hawkers/merchants. Throughout my life, we have lived, schooled and worked with so many hard working, proud and brave migrants from Europe, Asia, Scandinavia and Britain. In 1966, I was conscripted for military National Service and again, I was in good company. This was my most memorable confirmation of the value of our wonderful, Aussie ‘mongrel’ multicultural Australia. Our platoon forward scout Tommy Wu was Aussie born, with Chinese ancestry. So many, young Australian
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‘diggers’, of proud, post war migrant parents , fought, died and suffered for their migrant mates and their democratic homeland, Australia. Despite their horrific experiences of war, they did their best to leave their experiences of torture, suffering and killing. Most migrants are separated from family support, overseas. We must do our best to understand, their dual nationality and proud, traditional family loyalties. What is all the fuss about? We are a generous, proud, prosperous, migrant nation! We are being told that when migrants come to Australia, they should join ‘Team Australia’. One team does not make for a healthy nation. Diversity creates realistic competition of ideals and a culture of tolerance. Please open your hearts and doors to our new and original Australians. Tolerance and empathy are the measure of the maturity and wellbeing of our traditionally, migrant Australia. We have a great deal to learn and share, from our cultural differences. Why let our differences or irrational fear divide us? Prejudice will always be simply a dishonest, cheap, nasty, diversion. Empower our community, by challenging those that inflame our fears Advance Australia Fair! Richard Lester, Mardan.
Numurkah Shire reunion IT will be 20 years in November this year since the Kennett Government abolished the Shire of Numurkah and created the Moira Shire. A reunion of former councillors and staff is being arranged for November 22 and 23, and the committee wants to contact as many people who were associated with the former Shire of Numurkah prior to amalgamation. Names and addresses can be
forwarded to me at 36 Fuzzards Road, Numurkah or telephone 5862 1679. Lindsay Mitchell, Numurkah.
Frustrated traveller LAST Wednesday’s 7.50am coach to Southern Cross was unable to fit seven of the 20 plus people waiting because it was full. Those left were told at the time they would have to wait for about 50 minutes until a school bus was able to come. I do not blame the driver in any way. He was also placed in the farcical situation of having to ask for a volunteer from those on the coach to make a seat available for someone left off who needed to get to Melbourne to catch a plane. Fortunately a mini bus arrived fairly soon after and those left (and some others at Korumburra) got to Melbourne shortly after the main coach. But it was still very unsatisfactory. People use the coach on the understanding they will ride comfortably in a proper coach and they will be able to plan a schedule to a reasonable timetable. They do not expect to be forced into alternate transport such as a school bus, mini bus or taxi unless there is an accident or an unforeseeable event. Moving people on to other transport when the coach is full is now occurring with disturbing regularity. Westernport Bus Lines may argue there were reasons for Wednesday’s fiasco but these are excuses, not reasons, and they and V-Line have to do better. The firm won the contract to supply a specific service and it should be made to deliver on it. The number of journeys provided a day may have increased but there are many people who think the quality of the service has deteriorated. Vic Rowlands, Leongatha.
VOXPOP! VOX
How do you feel about the prospect of a prison day camp in Port Welshpool?
“There’s no possible way they can run a prison in Port Welshpool. We have a safe little haven here.” Kerry Innes, Port Welshpool.
“I think it’s ridiculous to have a prison in a small community with no 24 hour police station. We are a quiet little seaside community. Most of our residents are elderly. We have never had any problems here and we don’t want a prison element.” Jacinta Lang, Port Welshpool.
“No way, it’s not on. We don’t want our only park in town to be across the road from a prison. Who would want that? We still don’t even know how they define ‘low risk’ prisoners.” Mollie Rose, Port Welshpool.
“In this town, 90 per cent of people don’t want it. I rang the man from the shire who told me there have been no applications. Once an application goes in, council has no say. Instead, they should let us have a say. We want this prison as much as we wanted an abalone farm. There are some good points. I do think we should help prisoners who are just about to be released, but not in our main street.” John Burley, Port Welshpool.
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Rally demands climate action LEADERS from around the world are preparing to gather at the UN headquarters in New York to discuss the current climate emergency. On Sunday, more than 120 people from across Bass Coast and South Gippsland gathered in Rainbow Park at Inverloch to demand action from our own leaders. They joined rallies all around the world calling for action to address climate change, especially pertinent in Australia where political leaders seem to be unwinding
what action Australia was taking. Jenneke KijlstraShone of Stony Creek, one of the event’s organisers, said, “It was fantastic to see such a great turnout at our little local event. “People are genuinely dismayed, despite the fact Tony Abbott will be in New York, our Prime Minister isn’t attending the UN climate meeting. “We want people to know he doesn’t speak for us and many Australians do want action to address the emerging climate emergency.” Rolling events
across the world as part of the People’s Climate Mobilisation are scheduled in the lead up to the UN Emergency Climate Summit to be held today (Tuesday), the first in a series of meetings aimed at tackling climate change. David Paxton of Mirboo commented at the event that “as long as our governments are ignoring the science and abandoning climate action, we’ll be standing up to let them know their inaction is just not good enough. The time is now to act.”
Above, One voice: Jenneke Kijlstra-Shone leads the group in a song. Left, Making a stand: residents hold up their town names while sitting for a group photo at the climate change gathering at Inverloch. Below, Thinking of future: Samara Cunningham and Bodhi Prosser from Fish Creek want climate action.
Inverloch roads boost MORE state funding has been announced for significant road works in Inverloch.
Bass MLA Ken Smith said long term road repair and strengthening works will start with the warmer weather. “This is on top of the redevelopment of the Bass Highway/Williams Street roundabout and the new turning lanes and safety enhancements in the vicinity of the industrial estate at Bear and Cashin streets, including a new turning lane into the cemetery,” he said. “A section of Bass Highway near Ruttle Lane and Ullathorne Road will be dug up and re-built completely, and there is a section on the Korumburra-Inverloch Road which will receive $906,000 funding for the same restoration, making travel safer for all road users. “Another smaller section of Bass Highway north of the Williams
Street roundabout will also receive the same treatment.” Mr Smith said those sections were some of many in Bass Coast and Gippsland which have suffered from extremely wet winters and an increase in heavy vehicle traffic. “The total cost of all three projects is $2.194 million. This is another example of how the Coalition Government is investing in better, safer roads for Victorians,” he said. More than $15 million will be invested in the Gippsland region over the next two years to strengthen and rebuild sections of a number of important arterial roads. “These works will continue progressively into early 2016. A number of factors go into in the prioritisation of maintenance works, such as the road’s physical condition, traffic volumes and types of transport use,” Mr Smith said.
Sealed roads missing out By Laura Gibb AN independent audit has found Bass Coast Shire’s unsealed road pavements are in “excellent” condition, but its sealed road pavements have high levels of failure and its resealed surfaces are “fair to poor”. The Road Condition Assessment Report, produced by Moloney Asset Management Systems (MAMS), suggested council lower funding slightly for unsealed roads and direct more funding towards sealed roads, which it said are of “concern”. Cr Andrew Phillips presented the report to Bass Coast Shire Council at the ordinary council meeting in Wonthaggi’s Civic Centre Council Chamber on Wednesday. “It’s a very reassuring report that our roads are in fairly good condition,” he said. “Our gravel roads are in
exceptional order.” He said the excellent condition of Bass Coast’s unsealed road pavements might be explained by many unsealed roads occurring in townships, whereas in other shires they occur almost exclusively in rural areas. The annual expenditure per square metre of pavement area, covering both annual maintenance and renewals, was $0.76 for sealed roads and $1.01 for unsealed roads, which the report said “is a strong indicator of over service on the unsealed roads and under servicing on the sealed road network and does need to be looked at”. The pavement, or durable, base layer of the road, on sealed roads was found to be in good overall condition and to be receiving appropriate levels of funding. However, MAMS found it had “very high levels of urgent isolated pavement failure” and recommended council further examine the matter. The resealed surfaces are created by spraying bitumen onto a road pavement
Roads report: Cr Andrew Phillips (right) presented the Road Condition Assessment Report to Bass Coast Shire Council at the meeting in Wonthaggi’s Civic Centre Council Chamber on Wednesday. and then rolling on a layer of stones. This technique is used to seal small cracks, waterproof the road and extend the life of the pavement. MAMS suggested council raise its expenditure on resealed surfaces from $872,000 per year to $1.275 million per year over the next four years.
Overall, the audit found Bass Coast has managed its road assets well since the last condition survey in 2009, and its financial management of roads and financial planning for roads had been exceptionally good. The total present renewal shortfall for the whole roads group is estimated at $4.928 million, representing 1.44
per cent of the total road asset valuation, which is considered reasonable by industry standards. The kerb assets were found to be in excellent overall condition but renewal funding needs to be lifted, while footpath assets were in excellent overall condition, and renewal funding could be lowered.
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Rotary backs foundation cator at Korumburra’s Birralee Child Care Centre for 25 years.
A community focussed person, she loved to see kids develop in their arena of speciality, whether on the sporting field or in the classroom. Robyn and Mark Holmes had three children of their own and the Holmes’ home was always full of their friends. To honour her service to childhood development in perpetuity, The Robyn Holmes Foundation is about to be launched with a goods and services auction at the Italian Club in Korumburra on Saturday, October 18. Run by the Korumburra Rotary Club, the auction has on offer prizes such as a Pacific Islands cruise, Melbourne accommodation vouchers, restaurant and clothing vouchers, Etihad Stadium Medallion Club tickets, local winery and brewery packages, and the chance to be chauffeur
driven to dinner with Deputy Premier Peter Ryan at Parliament House. Tickets are $35 and available at Sport First and First National Real Estate in Korumburra. The evening includes canapés followed by a two course meal and the night’s entertainment. Proceeds raised will fund the training of a specialist teacher within the local cluster of schools to identify children with dyslexia so resources can be directed to children with the greatest needs. In the future, as the Robyn Holmes Foundation grows, it is planned to help South Gippsland families with young children who need help. Robyn Holmes passed away in 2012. Her funeral was attended by an estimated 1000 people.
Festive boxes: back, from left, Inverloch Primary School students Billy, Asha, Max, Hamish, Charli and Michael, and front, from left, Jack, Jack, Tayla, Tyler and Leah enjoyed packing their boxes for the Operation Christmas Child project.
Students box up Christmas cheer EVERY year, people of all ages pack shoeboxes with gifts for children in need around the world.
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Inverloch Primary School students have helped Operation Christmas Child by packing boxes this term. Globally, more than 100 million shoeboxes have been given to children in need in more than 130 countries since 1993. The Inverloch students packed their
boxes with special gifts including some 100 loom bands made during lunchtime activity sessions. The boxes contain something to love like a soft toy, for school, to wear, to play with, for personal hygiene and something special. While national collection month for shoeboxes is October, local coordinator Doreen Weston called in to collect the boxes at the Inverloch Primary School on Friday.
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Enjoy the wonders of Europe DISCOVER Europe and Britain with Trafalgar Tours through Leongatha’s Jetset. From the rolling hills of Ireland, Scotland and Wales to the romantic cities of Rome, Venice and Paris, there’s so much to do and see. Forget about battling crowds and ticking off boxes as Trafalgar takes you deep into this all year round holiday destination, allowing you even more authentic experiences that capture the history, culture and cuisine of each destination you visit. Trafalgar has created perfectly planned guided tours catering to all types of travellers. Appreciating the personal nature of travel, Trafalgar’s program comprises several different itineraries, either allowing you to have a deeper exploration of a country or spending time taking in the region. You can also embrace a slower pace of travelling with the At Leisure program, which offers two more nights in each location, longer lie ins, and more flexibility and free time to
explore. Whether it be foodie experiences, battlefield discoveries or festive encounters you’re seeking, combine your travels with one of Trafalgar’s Special Interest trips like the ever popular seasonal departures that will have you wandering the seasonal markets of Germany when experiencing the magic of a white European Christmas. Helping to take the hassle out of organising a perfect family getaway, Trafalgar’s Family Experience program packages family friendly hotels and activities to suit people of all ages. Whether it’s learning the basics of gladiatorial sword fighting in Rome, discovering the Ministry of Magic, Platform 9 ¾ and the Hogwarts Express in London, or trying your hand at pizza making in an authentic Italian restaurant, these holidays create family memories to last a lifetime. See Europe and Britain through the eyes of a local with the Be Our Guest dining experiences that take you inside the homes, vineyards
or farmhouses of local families. When in Italy, have a laugh with chef Libero as you weave your way through the food markets of Florence, foraging for the freshest ingredients to make your perfect pasta dish under his expert guidance. Enjoy life as a local in Luberon and immerse yourself in everything Provencaux as you dine with a French family at their home set amongst an organic vineyard, known to few outside the locality. Alternatively, head to the shores of Loch Ard and sample the best in Scottish hospitality, joining a local family in their 17th century barn on a working hill farm. From cider appreciation in Asturias to a wee dram with the makers at the home of Scotland’s slowest distilled malt whiskey, traditional experiences like these are sure to whet your appetite. For more details see your local travel agent at Jetset Leongatha or visit www.trafalgar. com.
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Majestic location: Europe offers spectacular coastline for visitors to explore, such as the Ring of Kerry in Ireland.
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Tour in comfort: Trafalgar Tours offers guests the chance to see the beauty of Europe on board a modern bus.
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Ice insight HOW does the drug ice affect everyday Victorians?
Here are some case studies, courtesy of the Department of Health. Cassie, aged 23. I began using ice with friends before going out. Slowly my tolerance built up and I began using on a daily basis. At work, I’d get so tired I’d race home during my lunch breaks to get on. Once I was at home I’d never want to leave and I started to go back into work half an hour late. I also started going to university, but juggling study with my addiction put extra pressure on my work life. Turning up to work extremely tired one day, I made a mistake that could have killed someone. This was only one of the many hiccups along the way. I’m extremely lucky that no one got hurt. After realising I had a major problem I started seeing a psychologist and soon after I was diagnosed with anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Josh, aged 25. I first used ice when I was 17. I was told “it’s not that bad” and “it’s just like a better version of speed”. I bowed to peer pressure because my mates assured me it wasn’t bad. I used it and felt the euphoria straight away. I fell in love with ice. It gave me a false sense of security that I was okay and I wasn’t out of control, when in actual fact I was. I continued to use it for years just on the weekends, hiding it from my friends, family, workmates. Then my drug use slowly crept into weekday use. I became sicker and sicker, started staying up much longer than I had before. My psychosis and panic attacks became more and more frequent. This continued to spiral out of control for years. I was in full blown denial that I was a drug addict because I was still functioning, getting out and about and still fooling all the ones who loved me. It came to a head when I finally got caught by the police, lost a job I hadn’t had for long, and was too physically ill and unable to move from bed without ice. I thought I was smarter than ice but it played me a fool; it was smarter than me all along. That’s when I broke down and finally told my family what had happened to me. We went to the doctor and he booked me in to see a drug and alcohol counsellor. That’s the point in my life when recovery from drug addiction actually started to seem possible to me. Since then I’ve just been full steam ahead beating my drug
habit because I never want to be that person again. I don’t want to be broken, alone and not part of living a positive contributing life anymore. Trish, mother. My son first started using ice when he was 17. When I found out I felt like someone had kicked me in the stomach. However I had no idea at that moment the journey we were about to embark upon. As his usage increased, my son would go out all weekend. He was always staying at a mate’s place. He lost a lot of weight and spent weekdays working and coming straight home to sleep, not rising for dinner and only filling up on junk food. In May 2012, his boss gave him two weeks off to try to get his act together. By July his apprenticeship was suspended. I think my son was relieved as he then had no accountability and felt he could do whatever he wanted. This was an absolutely chaotic time and everyone in our family was affected. I was exhausting myself trying to track his moves, pleading with him to stop. I was manipulated, took responsibility for everyone’s behaviours and drove myself crazy trying to control the situation. And I must say that this was nearly every hour as people on ice don’t sleep and neither do their mums. He stole from all of us, including his sisters. He verbally abused us. He punched holes in our walls and damaged our property. As his mother, I thought my heart was going to break. I hated it when he wasn’t home as I was terrified of what he was up to and hated it when he was as he was so hurtful to all of us. Something had to give. I was looking at a family help website and ended up doing a course designed to help families dealing with someone who has addiction issues. After that, I engaged with a weekly support group. These services have saved my life. My son has since done a few stays at different residential rehab services and has gained almost 60 days clean a couple of times. I try to support and not enable. I am sad as I know I am powerless over the addict. I grieve for what I imagined and dreamed his life could be and I am scared of what may happen to him or how his using may affect others. I now co-facilitate a support group in our home town in regional Victoria and with the support of the group, my family, closest friends. I will continue to put one foot in front of the other and keep breathing.
Keeping watch: families can help people addicted by ice and restrict the drug’s cost to the community.
Help available for addicts FAMILY and others concerned about the drug ice are being encouraged to seek help and take action as part of the Victorian Government’s What are you doing on ice? campaign.
Two practical resources containing advice and information on the drug ice have been published on the campaign website ice.vic.gov.au. One is for those concerned about a family member, and another for those who want to prevent or respond to drug and alcohol problems in their community. The resources were developed in response to feedback received at community ice forums held across the state. Coping with ice: a guide for families and friends is a resource developed in partnership with Family Drug Help. Programs manager of family drug help, Ryan Peace, said an individual’s ice use can have far reaching effects on their family and friends who are often unsure of how they can help. “Ice is a highly addic-
tive drug which can damage many aspects of a user’s life. It can also be stressful and upsetting for a user’s friends and family, who are often left feeling alone and unsure of what to say or do to help a loved one break the habit,” he said. “Coping with ice: a guide for families and friends provides practical information, including how to broach the subject, provide support and encourage change as well as links to support services for those supporting a loved one using ice. “A key point is to acknowledge that a person using ice needs to be ready to change before they can begin the recovery process. Family and friends can gently support that change by broaching the subject and encouraging self-reflection at a time when the person is not affected by the drug.” Preventing alcohol and drug problems in your community is a resource to support communities wishing to positively deal with issues such as ice use. CEO of the Australian Drug Foundation, John Rogerson, said extensive community consultation had shown the incredible determination of communities to
deal with alcohol and other drug problems effectively. “We have been encouraged by the number of communities who want to be involved in developing local solutions for their alcohol and drug issues, particularly ice,” he said. “However, we found that while many communities
have rallied to the cause some were uncertain what specific steps they should take. That is the purpose of this new community resource. “The booklet includes a six-step guide to planning an effective community prevention program, which is a great place for any local action group to start.”
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Skaters pursue dream By James Van Oosten, work experience BEN Patterson, an 18 year old from Leongatha, is one of the major people involved with redeveloping the Leongatha skate park. The skate park committee and South Gippsland Shire Council are seeking $310,000 from the State Government’s Sport and Recreation Victoria. The committee is hoping for a new bowl, shelter and street elements.
The group of adolescent boys has been praised for the way they have handled the park so far. “We’re having a meeting in the next few weeks to see what’s going on, but for now things are the same as they were,” Ben said. He will update the community via the skate park’s Facebook page: New Leongatha Skatepark.
Ideal day: Chris Rogers (right) and Caleb Gale (left) enjoy the Leongatha state park on a perfect spring day.
Acting mayor’s message Cr Jeanette Harding I WAS shocked to read last week that over 6500 children in Victoria alone are in ‘out of home’ care every night, 32 per cent of whom are in foster care and 45 per cent of these are under five years old. Children have the right to feel safe in a secure home environment that provides positive connections to family, culture and community and where their identity can flourish. GippsCare is seeking enquiry from people who may have the time and interest in helping these most vulnerable children and young people in our community through foster parenting. Foster carers can be couples, families or singles who may be working, nonworking or retired and can have the option to assist for a short term, long term or overnight (a financial reimbursement and 24 hour support is available). The need in our communities for this support is significant, even if not easily seen, and if you can support this worthy program in any way, please call GippsCare on 5662 6400 or email gippscare@ aus.salvationarmy.org All enquiries are obligation free. You’ve got to hand it to council’s parks and gardens team. We’ve just had dazzling displays of daffodils across the shire during August and now the tulips are splashing their stunning beauty in our towns. It does do the heart good to see them adding cheer in our communities after a grey winter and the hard work is appreciated by both locals and visitors alike. In fact our public gardens are very
much an integral part of our regional image, with busloads of visitors on tour here at this time of the year. Many residents are also keen gardeners and the combined displays add favourably to our towns. I was sad to read recently that this is actually the last year of the Victorian Open Gardens Scheme perhaps it has become unwieldy from the sheer size and organisational logistics. But many local gardens will continue to open independently of the scheme, and it’s worthwhile visiting them at this time of the year to see what grows well here and to support their various causes. It’s only six weeks until nominations close for the shire’s Australia Day Awards for Citizen of the Year and Community Event of the Year. Young people can also be nominated for a non-competitive Community Contribution Certificate. Nominating is a lot simpler these days; firstly getting permission from the nominee so there are no surprises. A few short paragraphs on their achievements in response to four questions, two letters of support, two photos and you’re done. It’s just a wonderful way to honour the amazing contributions made by so many who seek no recognition and give relentlessly to their communities. Make their day by downloading a nomination form from council’s website, or call council on 5662 9200 and a form can be set out to you. Our awards coordinator Jeannie Hicks would also be happy to assist you on 5662 9221. Cr Jeanette Harding, acting mayor.
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Leongatha Scot wishes homeland well By James Van Oosten, work experience THE Scottish referendum last week asked Scottish people to determine if the country should become independent or stay with the United Kingdom. Polls since the beginning of the election early this year have altered, and results show 75 per cent of the eligible population would vote.
Leongatha woman Christine Coyle was born in Scotland and said she does not know what would be the best decision for Scotland. “It’s not for me to say, as I have not lived in the country for many years now. I am unsure of what effect it would have on the country,” she said. “It’s their future. They should be able to vote, as the country’s future is theirs.” Mrs Coyle feels people from outside of Scotland should not be allowed to vote, because just like
her, most would not know what was right or wrong for the nation. The Scottish Government argued independence would mean Scotland’s future would be in the people’s hands, and empower it to make more of Scotland’s wealth, talent and resources for the benefit of the people who live in Scotland. “It will allow Scottish governments to do specific things like improve childcare, make the tax system fairer and cut energy bills,” the referendum website stated.
Milpara Community House news THE annual general meeting of Milpara Community House was held at the Korumburra Bowling Club on September 11 and what a great success with 42 people attending. Jenny Ramage facilitated a session, What it means to have a community house in your community, and this was a stimulating end to the evening. Presentations were made to Greg Edwards, retiring staff member Diane Fitzpatrick and retiring committee member Barbara Hosking. Certificates of appreciation were also awarded to a number of community organisations for their support of the house. On Saturday September 13, a meeting was held at the house to continue the preparations for the establishment of a children’s garden in the
playground space at the rear of the community house. There is strong community support for this project, and the strength and talents of those who attended the meeting will ensure this garden will be something special. To find more about the garden or to be involved in working bees, please call us.
Milpara Community House will be closed, except during the Centrelink hours, Tuesdays 10am–2pm, Wednesday 10am–1pm, and Thursdays 10am–1pm, for the two weeks of the school holidays. The Centrelink agent will be on hand during these times to assist with processing documents. The house will reopen again for
business as usual on Monday, October 6. The term four program is now uploaded to our website, so if you would like to know what will be offered during the coming term four, look at the webpage www.milparacommunityhouse.org. au and click on the courses tab. Enrolments can now be completed online.
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Bikes to gather in Mirboo North THE first ever Blessing of the Bike takes place in Mirboo North on Saturday, October 4. It’s an event where motorcyclists can gather for camaraderie and friendship and help promote bike safety in the community. The idea for the event has come from owners Marcel and Sabine Widmer of Inline 4 Cafe, Mirboo North. “In Europe, it’s been a tradition for many, many years to have a blessing of the bike before the season starts,” Ms Widmer said. “This blessing is about
safety first.” She said in Switzerland and Germany, thousands of motorcyclists gather at the start of the riding season to receive a wish for safety. Mr Widmer is a longtime, dedicated motorcyclist, while Sabine is about to apply for her licence. “In the beginning, we thought it might be just a few hundred bikes,” Sabine said of the event. “But the response we have had on our Facebook page has been huge – out of this world.” Pastor David Holt will be bestowing wishes on bikes and riders for a safe riding season.
The police force in Mirboo North is also on board promoting the safety message. “The police have been more than helpful in creating this event,” Ms Widmer said. Police officers from Bass Coast Highway Patrol will attend the event and speak about motorcycle safety. Inline 4 Cafe will offer fresh cafe food, strong coffee and other beverages to riders on the day of the blessing. Grand Ridge Brewery Restaurant will also be providing food, while local butcher Craig Young is providing sausages for sausage sizzles in at least three loca-
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Bikes from Marriotts Motorcycles and Power Equipment in Leongatha, Wonthaggi Motorcycles and
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Local support: motorcycle retailers in the region have got right behind the Blessing of the Bike event, including Marriott’s Motorcycles and Power Equipment in Leongatha. Adam Dean and Tim Marriott are pictured in store with one of the Suzuki road bikes. Marriotts will be displaying some of the latest bikes in stock at the event day at Mirboo North on October 4.
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Up to speed By Stuart Biggins SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has decided not to wait for the NBN and has upgraded its internet connection from four megabytes to 50 megabytes per second.
This is an advantage for the likes of engineers working with large files and geographical information systems which now materialise instantaneously. The superfast microwave technology has enabled council to move many of its services to the cloud, affording those out in the field greater dexterity. Council’s communications officer Jeannie Hicks encouraged organisa-
tions that might be inconvenienced by slow systems to consider upgrading their service by switching providers once their current contracts expire. Internet speeds in schools, for example, which are increasingly heavily reliant on the internet, can be an issue. Server capability can make routine tasks such as role marking a chore if the system is clogged by congestion. At Mirboo North Secondary College, senior teacher Allison Edgar said the service varies depending on what area one is operating in, but “speed wise, we do really well.” The service at the school presents no problems with online testing, online tutorials and showing YouTube documentaries, and students are able to log on without difficulty. Abigail Graham, principal at Ko-
rumburra Secondary College, said like all government schools, the internet service is provided by the government and is up to the task. The school has formed a partnership, as have most secondary schools in the South Gippsland Shire, with Apprenticeships Group Australia (AGA) that will result in greater bandwidth for those schools, benefiting both trade students and inadvertently the rest of the school. As part of the upgrade to trade facilities, schools going into partnership with AGA will be connected to the internet through the trade centre’s service. This upgrade will allow VCAL and VET students to video conference with peers and instructors in other locations as well as allowing them to link in from remote locations.
Special people visit Foster THE sun was shining, mathematics lessons were completed across the school and there was excited chatter in every classroom in anticipation of special person day at Foster Primary School recently. Weeks prior to this day, students sent invitations to a special person in their lives to attend school. Special persons came in droves: grandparents, aunts and uncles, neighbours, brothers, sisters and parents. The parents and friends group provided tea and coffee, while students shared picnics with the guests. The day included tours and a performance by the school choir.
Almost done and dusted Artistic lot: students from Leongatha Secondary College studying visual communication and design can now breathe a sigh of relief. Last week, they handed in their folios and final presentations of their work. Now all they have to look forward to is exam revision and “a life free from annotation”, as quoted by
student Birri-Li Nicols. Teacher Tarryn Boden was happy with the final works and wished students the best of luck for the rest of the year. Among the students were, from left, Jessica Sturk, Birri-Li Nicols and Trent Jones.
Swooping warning THE Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) is reminding Gippsland residents some bird species are already starting to swoop people as part of their normal breeding behaviour.
Happy visitor: Jai and Zade Beecroft with their mum Tara Thompson enjoying the fun activities at special persons day at the Foster Primary School recently.
DEPI senior wildlife officer Charlie Franken said there have been reports of magpies swooping in Gippsland. “It’s early days yet, but some birds such as Plovers or Masked Lapwings (Vanellus miles) and Australian Magpies have already begun protecting their nesting sites by swooping,” Mr Franken said. “As the weather starts to warm up, birds start breeding and we want people to be aware of swooping birds.” Mr Franken said while no one likes being swooped by a territorial bird, this was normal bird behaviour. “If you do end up in an area where there is a swooping bird, try to protect
your head and eyes and move quickly through the area,” he said. “They are being protective parents, swooping to defend their eggs and babies and if they perceive you to be a potential threat, they may swoop you. “We share our environment with native birds and people must remember not to harm them because they are protected under the Wildlife Act. “DEPI is encouraging people to notify others in their local areas about swooping birds.” Swooping incidents can be reported via the Victorian Magpie Map on the DEPI website at www.depi.vic.gov.au so other members of the community can see any swooping hotspots. “A ‘Beware, swooping birds in the area’ sign is also available in the online Swoop Off kit to print from the DEPI website at www.depi.vic.gov.au,” Mr Franken said.
Mayor’s message Cr Neil Rankine EARLIER this year, council committed to undertaking place based consultation regarding dogs on beaches for Inverloch, Phillip Island and the Waterline area. Council has been working closely with the Domestic Animal Management Advisory Committee (DAMAC) and it was decided there wasn’t enough time for thorough engagement with stakeholders in all three areas before the peak summer period begins. As a result of these discussions, council will focus on Inverloch this year, and address the other two areas in 2015. We will also be considering other mainland beaches, but it’s likely the old conditions will still apply at these beaches over summer 2014-15. We need to seriously consider other potential off-leash areas for both the mainland and Phillip Island, and have learnt from past experiences it is best not to rush these decisions. Councillors would like to see greater enforcement over the summer period. Unfortunately there are dog owners out there who continue to do the wrong thing, from walking their dogs off-leash in on-leash areas and not controlling their dogs, to failing to pick up after their dogs – often all at the expense of other beach users.
With the busy tourist season approaching and our beaches soon to be filled with sun lovers, it’s extremely important to keep beach etiquette in mind so everyone can have an enjoyable day. Another event approaching I encourage our community to get on board with is Support Small Business Day, held on October 4. Support Small Business Day is an initiative that celebrates the big difference that small businesses make to local communities. It’s a day dedicated to encouraging people to explore their local community and spend in-store at local, small businesses, rather than online. By buying local from small business operators, we can strengthen the local economy and increase local competition. This drives product diversity and innovation, and in turn, helps to create jobs and build stronger neighbourhoods. If we want to see our local businesses thrive, we need to support them not only on the day we remember we need something, but week in, week out. Cr Neil Rankine, mayor.
Ideas heard: members of the public gathered at the Inverloch RSL to put forward ideas for next year’s Anzac Day centenary.
Centenary underway THE Inverloch RSL had many helpful suggestions put forward for its Anzac Day centenary celebrations recently. A meeting was held at the RSL to get the ideas out in the open. There was a good attendance
representing the Salvation Army, Inverloch Rotary, Inverloch Lions, Warrawee Seniors, Inverloch Historical Society, Inverloch Gardening Club, Bass Coast Shire Council and the U3A choir. Past president of the Inverloch
RSL, Bob Lambie, said the event is a work in progress and will be kept under wraps for the time being. “It’s very satisfying to now have the Inverloch community involved and for it to know the RSL is trying to achieve on this special day next April,” Mr Lambie said.
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Holiday fun at the State Coal Mine They are guaranteed to love joining the Junior Ranger activities at the State Coal Mine in Wonthaggi from September 23 to October 2. Just 90 minutes from Melbourne, the State Coal Mine offers a journey back in time to discover what life working in a coal mine was like in the 1900s. Visitors can venture underground through the dark network of tunnels to learn how Victo-
ria’s hard working miners extracted the black gold. Parks Victoria’s Clare Gibson said the Junior Ranger activities at the State Coal Mine are designed so children can experience a range of interactive activities they would not usually be exposed to in everyday life. “We really focus on getting children to use their imaginations and pretend they are ‘going to work’ when we take them underground for our ‘life as a miner’ day. We always have such great feedback and I encourage everyone to come along
and have fun,� she said. Junior Ranger school holiday activities will include: What is Energy? Ever wondered what the State Coal Mine black coal was actually used for? How was it used to make energy? Discover the differences between renewable and nonrenewable energy. Make a kite and fly it on top of the mullock heaps after learning about the power of wind. $10 per child. Old Fashioned Games Come and experience the fun games from before the
invention of computers. Make your own noughts and crosses game and try your luck at the horse shoe throw. No bookings required. Life as a Miner. Come along dressed as a miner and discover what it was like to go underground for work. Make your own crib bag and assemble your lunch ready to take underground. Best dressed wins a prize and cost is $17 per child. Run every school holi-
days in parks across the state, the program includes a range of interactive and fun Junior Ranger activities for children aged 6-12 years. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all activities. Bookings are essential unless otherwise stated. Please visit the Junior Ranger website www.juniorrangers.com.au or call the Parks Victoria Information centre on 13 1963 for more information.
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The South Gippsland Conservation Society and Bunurong Coast Education have put together a fine program of activities. There’s Rock Pool Rambles where participants will be accompanied by education officer Rod Webster, an experienced teacher and marine biologist with a great knowledge of local marine life and sites.
Why not walk in the steps of the dinosaurs with Mike Cleeland who has been involved in the Dinosaur Dreaming dig for 25 years. There’s even more activities with night spotlighting, astronomy, wildlife tracking and whale watching. For all the times, dates, costs and what to wear, visit the conservation society’s website www.sgcs.org.au and follow the links to online bookings. For phone bookings or information contact Mike on 0447 352 619.
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Heroes gather in Wonthaggi By Tayla Kershaw SUPERHEROS took over Bass Coast Specialist School recently. Students and staff dressed up as their favourite characters in support of muscular dystrophy. Two students at the Bass Coast Specialist School struggle with muscular dystrophy. Those who develop the muscle disease function properly at birth, but their muscles degenerate over time and they lose their ability to move. The students were asked to bring a
gold coin donation to go towards the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation. The superhero theme was given to the school by the association. “It’s to give those with muscular dystrophy superpowers,” Bass Coast Specialist School’s Edith Gray said. Many classic superheros were spotted in the schoolyard including Batman, Batgirl, Wonder Woman, Spiderman and Ironman. There were a few creative ones as well, including Kung Fu Panda and the Super Mario Brothers. A general assembly was held at the start of the day and the best dressed winners were crowned.
Ready to work: from left, community VCAL coordinator Jo Beasley, Steph Goss, Eliza Woodhams, Fred Foster, Bethany Reggardo and Holly Telfer took on the tradeswomen workshop supported by SALT.
Tradeswomen take action WOMEN took control of the power tools in a tradeswomen workshop at Wonthaggi recently.
Creative characters: Ashleigh and Kyla put their own spin on the term “superhero” and dressed as Luigi and Mario from Super Mario.
Led by SALT – standing for Supporting and Linking Tradeswomen – the ladies were given practical experience using basic hand tools and small power tools. The Victorian Government and SALT work to increase women’s participation in non traditional career pathways through these demonstration days. The project is part of the Skill Women Victoria Tour funded by the Victorian Government. SALT
worked in partnership with Local Learning and Employment Networks (LLEN) and Bass Coast Shire Council to bring the workshop to Wonthaggi. The demonstration was held at the old CFA building in Watt Street, Wonthaggi. All women from the community, community VCAL and Wonthaggi Secondary College were invited to attend. The workshop began with an introduction into how to use power tools safely. Participants experienced building a timber cutlery caddy and using measuring tools, cordless drills, hand saws, hammers, jigsaws, drop
saws and different fixings. “It’s not about gender, it’s about equality,” vice president of SALT Sonia Morgenwick said. “SALT teaches all women to use power tools with confidence.” SALT offer support through their Facebook page. Comments from different people can lead to different avenues and connecting women with different jobs. Racism and sexual harassment problems can also be discussed with people on the page. More information, including SALT’s Facebook page, can be found at www.saltaustralia.org.
English with a twist WONTHAGGI Secondary College is proud to offer a diverse range of subjects for its students, including English for girls. English for girls examines issues affecting young women. Part of this program is a novel study of the book Does My Head Look Big In This? by Randa Abdel-Fattah, looking at the life of a Muslim teenager growing up in Melbourne. To complement this study, director of the Islamic Museum of Victoria, Sherene Hassan, visited the girls’ class. She discussed the differences between religion and culture, and spoke about Islam and of her own experiences as a Muslim woman in Australia. The students invited special women in their lives to share the experience and put on a delicious morning tea to celebrate the occasion.
Multicultural experience: Year 9 girls at Wonthaggi Secondary College were visited by Sherene Hassan as part of their English course.
Spelling stars Fun central By Tayla Kershaw
WONTHAGGI North Primary School students excelled in the Bass Coast Zone final of the Vicspell competition recently.
The final was hosted by Bass Valley Primary School. Grade 6 student Jessica Johnstone-Purvis won the competition. Wonthaggi North students Ella McKie, Nuysaba Mohamed and Bryony Grieve also competed strongly and relished the academic atmosphere. All the students enjoyed the day and would like to thank Bass Valley and Vicspell for running the event.
Spelling whizzes: Wonthaggi North Primary School’s champion speller Jessica Johnstone-Purvis (left), with fellow outstanding spellers Nuysaba Mohamed, Bryony Grieve and Ella McKie.
THE Wonthaggi Business Association (WBA) has plenty planned for the rest of 2014. Members are currently working on the Make It, Bake It Market, which will start on the second Sunday in October. The market will be held at the top of McBride Avenue and is all about local produce. WBA is looking for stallholders to get the market up and running. For more information about the market, WBA is contactable at info@wonthaggibusinesses.com.au. The loyalty program will run again in September. Some changes may be made to the way the program operates, but these are yet to be finalised by WBA. The loyalty program winner will receive a book of vouchers for around $2000 to spend at local businesses. WBA is still looking for new members. Enquiries can be made at info@wonthaggibusinesses.com.au. Hannah Quilford was appointed town manager by WBA at the beginning of July. At the end of the year, WBA is hoping to hold a Christmas party in the McBride Avenue after the success of last year, but this is yet to be confirmed.
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POA
$259,000
LEONGATHA TOWN LIFESTYLE
LEONGATHA FAMILY LIVING
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Open plan kitchen/dining, 2 living 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 4 Car Outdoor entertaining/BBQ area Short walk to schools Quiet court location
$539,000
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Lifestyle acreage in town Modern 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Car home Walk to CBD 4 Acres zoned residential Subdivide STCA
$615,000 SEJ5260445
PROPERTIES REQUIRED: We have buyer enquiries for Lifestyle blocks to 10 acres, Small acreage farms & farmlets, Operating dairy farms.
South Gippsland Hwy LEONGATHA
5662 4033
www.sej.com.au
Peter Bellingham 0418 515 666 pbellingham@sej.com.au
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Five acres of country living with huge shedding J UST a few minutes from town and at the end of a private tree lined driveway, this property is ideal for those wanting a bit of space and is safe for the children to roam around in.
house, a wide verandah approximately seven squares is an extensive, private outdoor living area. There are beautiful rolling hill views to be appreciated from here too. The house is surrounded by lawns, established garden beds, a selection of fruit trees and plenty of open space for the biggest of vegie patches. Shedding is extensive with an attached double lock up garage under the roofline and a separate tandem lock up garage and huge steel 23m x 10m shed, both with power. With several bays, the shed includes a separate lock up work shop, the ultimate of ‘man caves’. It comes with a loft providing another sleep-out option. Part of the large shed could easily be converted into stables. The property is fenced into two main paddocks with a laneway, offshoots, and stockyards. With no close neighbours, sealed road frontage, school bus stop out the front and town facilities close by, this is a must see family lifestyle property. Relax and revive in the comfort of a private, peaceful environment.
With about four acres of grazing land, it is suitable for a few animals, pets and horses. Extensive shedding and open parking spaces will attract the attention of tradesmen and truck owners. The four bedroom, plus study updated brick home has a large separate lounge with solid fuel heater and spacious renovated country kitchen/dining room featuring has a beautiful garden outlook. There are plenty of built in robes in three of the four spacious bedrooms and heaps of extra storage throughout the home. The master bedroom has an updated en suite. An extra large fourth bedroom/sleep out has been used as a terrific teenager retreat. A beautiful red gum vanity is a central feature in the fully renovated family bathroom. Running the full length of the back of the
$520,000
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Mike West 0409 583 692
Natalie Couper 0428 941 541
Brent Harriage 0417 681 307
Leongatha
Leongatha
Leongatha
Leongatha
Mirboo North
AUCTION: October 16, onsite at 11am GIVE ME SOME LOVE!
Renovated 3 bed brick home, ideal 1st home or investment ? Semi open plan living, gas heating, polished floors, BIR.s ? Entertaining deck, lock up garage & low maintenance gardens ?
5 Terms 10% deposit on signing Bal 60 days
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2 BR unit in excellent condition in one of the best locations ? Modern design, open plan living, attractive kitchen with DW ? Quality window furnishings, RC/AC & single lock up garage ?
6/20 Bellingham Street, Leongatha $270,000 Sole Agent 2 1
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Spacious 4 BR home with garden views on 10 Acres Large living, huge games room & formal dining Outdoor ent. area, great shedding and large dam
135 Koonwarra-Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra 4 2 Offers above $520,000
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LOCATION, RENOVATED AND VIEWS
IF YOU LIKE COUNTRY LIVING
Lge family home on 5080m2 block, 3 living areas, 2 baths ? ? Open plan, BIRs, granite bench tops, central OFP, RC AC Dble garage/shed, estab. gardens, popular Koonwarra ?
6-8 Bacon Avenue, Koonwarra Reduced to $570,000 5
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5662 5800 15 Bair Street, Leongatha
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CALIFORNIAN BEAUTY
ONE FOR THE FAMILY
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Renovated period home with original features 2 Living areas, master ensuite, open kitchen/dining Large 1300m block, c/bond shed with double carport
28 Brumley Street, Leongatha $475,000
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Cleverly designed 4 BR home set on 900m2 block with privacy Two large living areas, ensuite, ducted RC/AC Beautifully landscaped gardens, lock up shed & dble garage
8 Norview Drive, Leongatha Sole Agent
2 $439,000
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167 ACRES - ALL THE HARD WORKS DONE
3 bdrm home in handy location, easy walk to schools Master with ensuite, BIR's, 2 large living areas Large deck, double carport and lock up shed
19 Blackmore Avenue, Leongatha 3 $270,000 Sole Agent
www.stockdaleleggo.com.au
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Neat BV home on 843m2 block with room for a shed 3 BRs, spacious lounge, good kitchen & full bathroom Lge covered outdoor area, single carport & garden
8 Lee Parade, Leongatha $235,000 Sole Agent
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Large family brick home on 20 acres with views Renovated kitchen, bthrm & ensuite, polished boards Huge deck with views, triple garage & triple carport
49 Koorooman Road, Leongatha $669,000 Sole Agent 4
? Lge 3 bed home situated on great corner block Open plan kitchen/dining/lounge, master with WIR & ensuite ? Dbl garage, entertaining area, side access & lge steel shed ?
16 Carr Avenue, Leongatha Reduced to $397,000
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FAMILY HOME WITH LARGE SHED
Affordable first home or investment property Wooden floor boards. Gas heating & cooking An excellent blank canvas
1 Bawden Street, Leongatha 1
POSITION PLUS
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Insight Real Estate 5662 2220
Jason Harris 0417 640 079
19 Swanson Street, Korumburra 3 $240,000 Sole Agent
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205 Meeniyan Promontory Road
Michael Hanily 0417 311 756
A PERFECT START! ? ? ?
MEENIYAN
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167 acre grazing property subdivided into 16 paddocks 90% tractable, Cattle yards, loading race & crush 5 dams, Machinery shed, 2 hay sheds & workshop
2365 Grandridge Road, Hallston $695,000 Sole Agent
96 Ridgway, Mirboo North
5668 1300
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Unique opportunity in Leongatha S
ET on just under one and a half acres at the end of the court, and with a treed reserve on the south, this solar, passive designed home offers a private setting, yet within 500 metres of the schools. Polished hardwood floors and large windows give a relaxed, casual feel. Built over three levels, this home is both interesting and practical, being adaptable to family living with four bedrooms and two living areas, or utilizing
the spaces to offer extra living areas if desired. Well serviced by three bathrooms (one with a spa). Double carport and lock up garage/ workshop, plus a well thought out orchard that offers fresh fruit practically all year round! This property is unique in so many ways, and has to be seen to fully appreciate what’s on offer. If you’re in the market for something that’s outside the ordinary, this is a property you must see.
LEONGATHA 5A Louise Simon Court Alex Scott and Staff Leongatha 5662 0922
Asking $629,000 4
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Seascape serenity on the coast S
ET within a private and peaceful rural atmosphere this immaculate three bedroom spacious brick residence, offers open plan timber kitchen and family /dining area opening onto an
outdoor deck/entertaining area which overlooks an attractive dam. The main bedroom offers walk in robe and en suite. The study is large enough to be converted to a fourth bedroom if needed. A north facing sun room can
be accessed from the family and formal lounge areas. A further two bedrooms with built in robes access the main bathroom with bath and separate shower. Extra features include solar panels, dishwasher, ducted heating and cooling plus a Coonara wood heater, a temperature con-
trolled wine cellar and also unique cubby house that will delight any child. A double garage plus 8 x 6 shed offers plenty of space for vehicles and storage. There is around 100,000 litres of water storage plus two dams offers ample water supply. The property is divided into
six paddocks all with troughs and live stock shelters make this property ideal hobby farm and is perfect for horse lovers. Seascape also provides a separate workshop and raised vegetable garden beds, orchard and an extra dam for stock. The property is situated approximately 90 minutes drive
along the spectacular South Gippsland coastline and only 10 minutes breath taking beaches this beautiful coastline is renowned for. Experience the serenity of country lifestyle living. Asking price is $670,000. Inspection by appointment only.
INVERLOCH 390 Stuchberry Road Alex Scott and Staff Inverloch 5674 1111 A/h Heather Atkins 0409741607
Asking $670,000 3
leongatha.landmarkharcourts.com.au NEW LISTING
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On a corner allotment with tremendous scope 2 bdrm brick home high ornate ceilings & floorboards Perfectly positioned within very easy walk to the CBD.
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
$369,000
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‘We get results’
LEONGATHA, CHARACTER & POSITION LEONGATHA, THE IDEAL POSITION ?
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1960's 1 bdrm unit, separate kitchen/lounge/study area. Huge scope for development (STCA) commercial zone Single garage & rear access, quick walk to the CBD
$305,000
MARDAN, MAGIC LAND OF MARDAN
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Allotment of 2.5 acres in one of South Gippsland's most captivating areas Rich pastures & spectacular views towards the coast Ideal site - power, planning permit & sealed rd frontage.
LEONGATHA, PEACE AND TRANQUILITY ? ? ?
4 bdrm brick veneer home. All bdrms with BIRs. 2 living areas, open plan kitchen, sitting area with views Double garage, BBQ area & easy to maintain garden
Upwards of $415,000
$190,000
‘Riversleigh’ LEONGATHA, EASY WALKING TO SCHOOL ? ? ?
3 bdrm BV home on an easy to maintain block Open plan kitchen, electric cooking, dishwasher Good sized bdrms, master includes ensuite & WIR
$325,000
KORUMBURRA, CLASSIC CHARACTER
DUMBALK NTH, 50 ACRES PEACEFUL RETREAT LEONGATHA, THAT SOMETHING SPECIAL
$320,000
$650,000
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Built in the 1940's and full of charm 3 bdrms, updated bthrm, formal living with open fire Centrally located close to shops & schools.
GLENYS FOSTER BARRY REDMOND 0477 622 298 0477 622 292
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Brick veneer home 3 bdrms, open plan living/dining 4 bay steel & timber shed with roller doors & workshop Fertileriverflatcountry,easytomanagewithcreekfrontage
MEG EDWARDS SARAH PRICE 0429 841 555 0439 885 078
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Spacious 4 bdrm home, study & 2 separate living In ground salt water pool with alfresco dining area 16 Panel Solar System, rc/ac & open fire place
$459,000
47 BAIR STREET, LEONGATHA OFFICE 5662 2292
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ADVERTISING FEATURE
Peace and tranquillity LEONGATHA 12 Clinton Court Landmark Harcourts Leongatha Glenys Foster 0477 622 298
THIS beautifully maintained family four bedroom brick veneer home is conveniently located in a quiet court close to McIndoe Park. The allotment is 1275m² and is
close to level with an easy to maintain gardens and plenty of room to move. Presentation of the home is perfect; you can move right in and enjoy from the beginning. There are two separate living areas, timber kitchen and dining area.
You will be comfortable with the option of ducted gas heating, solid wood and air conditioner. All the bedrooms are spacious; the master comprises a walk in robe and en suite. A large outdoor undercover barbe-
cue area provides a second option for entertaining. There’s a double garage, sundry shedding and another entrance to the rear of the block. The home is approximately 14 years old and well worth an inspection.
Upwards of $415,000
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OCATED on a quiet road carrying local traffic only, this lifestyle property offers town living with space.
Close to the supermarket and hospital, the property is approximately 2.75 acres in size and divided into the main house block and two paddocks for horses or grazing a few animals. The ceder home offers three bedrooms all with built in robes with the family bathroom, and separate toilet central. There is also a fourth room that could be used as an extra bedroom or study. A bungalow currently being used as a store room creates options for accommodation. The kitchen and dining area is quite spacious; the kitchen has a walk in pantry, good draw and cupboard space and electric cooking. The separate lounge room is light and also roomy. Heating and cooling are taken care of by a solid fuel heater and reverse cycle air conditioner. Outside you will find big verandahs front and rear, ideal for entertaining and also a nice paved area for the barbecue. The acreage is supported by great shedding, a good size workshop complete with roller door, concrete floor and power, a shed that was designed to house a caravan or horse float, and another smaller shed ideal as a wood shed or similar. Mains gas is to the boundary and could also be brought in and connected. For more information or to arrange an inspection please call Peter Bellingham at SEJ Leongatha.
Contact agent for location SEJ Leongatha Peter Bellingham 5662 4033
$429,000
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AUCTION
Alan Steenholdt 0409 423 822
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Andrew Newton 0402 940 320
Peter Dwyer 0428 855 244 1½
SEASCAPE SERENITY 390 STUCHBERRY ROAD, INVERLOCH
Set on a peaceful 8 acres, 10 minutes drive from Inverloch, a private driveway welcomes you to a 3 bedroom well maintained property. Comprising of a spacious kitchen/meals/living area plus a formal lounge leading out to a large entertaining deck. A north sun room and study or 4th bedroom are features also a ducted reverse cycle, solar power, wood heater, wine cellar & large en-suite. An orchard, vegie garden, cubby and workshop compliment this 8 acre lifestyle property. A perfect place to retire or bring up a family. ASKING: $670,000 ALE5310140
Contact Heather Atkins 0409 741 607 7 A’Beckett Street 5674 Inverloch
Inverloch Office
1111
5662 0922 45 Bair Street LEONGATHA
ACR
Saturday October 11, 12 NOON on site.
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340 A CRES
10 AC RES
• MANUKA’ 340 acre cattle grazing property • 2 Titles, 9 paddocks, black loam soils • Only minutes to Tarwin Lower & Venus Bay
$379,000
$629,000
$2,950 per acre
1101m 2
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TARWIN LOWER ROAD, TARWIN LOWER
• 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms (spa) • Solar Passive 3 Level Designer home • 5890m² block at end of a quiet court
LI N ST EW IN G
5a LOUISE SIMON COURT, LEONGATHA
• 4br - fully landscaped BV home • Lock up Garage + carport • Great family location close to schools
LI N ST EW IN G
10 SILVERBACK PLACE, LEONGATHA
1 AC RE
60 WHITWORTHS ROAD, KORUMBURRA SOUTH • 4 bedroom home, master with ensuite and WIR • 2 bedroom granny flat with shared bathroom • Double garage, 3 bay barn shed and woodshed. TERMS 10% DEPOSIT, BALANCE 60/90 DAYS
ALEX SCOTT LEONGATHA - 5662 0922 ALEX SCOTT KORUMBURRA - 5655 1133
61 MCCARTIN STREET, LEONGATHA
64 SHINGLER STREET, LEONGATHA
330 ST ELLENS ROAD, MIRBOO NORTH
• 3 bedroom Californian ‘Renovators Delight’ • Sealed rear lane access • Only 250m from the main street
• 3 bedroom, neat as a pin Family home • North facing living, central kitchen • Generous yards, lock up garage
• 5 bedroom BV home on 1 Acre • Separate rumpus room, U/C outdoor area • Garden Shed, orchard & dam
$269,000
$290,000
$390,000
HERE'S MY CARD
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A regional partnership with the TAC and the Victorian Government.
Country drivers warned One in seven fatalities not buckled up ONE in seven people killed on country Victorian roads last year were not wearing a seatbelt, prompting a plea from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) for motorists to buckle up.
Forty-four years after Victoria became the world’s first jurisdiction to make the wearing of seatbelts mandatory, TAC figures have revealed 25 of the 242 people who died on the state’s roads last year were not wearing them. Most of the fatalities in-
volving unrestrained vehicle occupants happened in regional Victoria, where 18 of the 141 people killed were not wearing a seatbelt. In metropolitan Melbourne, seven of the 101 fatalities were not buckled up, meaning regional Victorians who died were twice as likely as their metropolitan counterparts to be unrestrained. TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore said, despite the figures, the vast majority of Victorians wore a seatbelt every time they got into a car. “After four decades of strong campaigning for seat-
belts, our own research into driver behavior indicates 97 per cent of licence holders buckle up all the time. We need that to be 100 per cent,” she said. “What we’re also finding through crash analysis is that in those cases where people are killed or seriously injured without a seatbelt on, another contributing factor such as alcohol is often present.” Ms Dore said wearing a seatbelt could reduce the risk of dying in a crash by 40 to 50 per cent for drivers and front-seat passengers and 25 per cent for rear-seat passengers. “Despite the proven ben-
efits of wearing a seatbelt, a small minority of people still seem to think they are invincible but, as we know, accidents do happen and if you’re not wearing one, the chance that you will die or suffer a serious injury is greatly increased,” she said. Melton resident George Greaves, who lost his younger brother and an uncle in two separate incidents in which neither was wearing a seatbelt, joined the TAC’s calls for Victorians to buckle up. “It’s something as simple as reaching across and clicking your seatbelt in and if you don’t do it, it could be
your parents or your brother or sister who gets the call from police telling them you won’t be coming home,” Mr Greaves said. “In my brother’s case there was alcohol and excessive speed involved. My uncle’s crash was a pretty simple rollover and the police were certain at the time that he would have survived if he was wearing a belt. “Families who lose a
loved one on the road never fully recover and in our case, with both accidents, you’re always reminded of what a waste of life it was and what might have been if they were buckled up.” The TAC is trialing new seatbelt interlock technology in SafeCar that takes existing seatbelt reminder systems one step further and prevents the driver from starting the car unless occupants are
buckled up. The TAC SafeCar project is a demonstration project of new and emerging technologies that have promising road safety potential. Encouraging the uptake of new vehicle safety technologies is a key goal of the Victorian Government’s Road Safety Strategy. For more information on the strategy, visit www.roadsafety.vic.gov.au.
Secondhand cars score on safety A RECORD 51 per cent of the second-hand vehicles listed in the 2014 Used Car Safety Ratings guide scored an excellent or good rating for driver protection in a crash, according to RACV, VicRoads and TAC.
Of the 227 vehicles rated one-inseven or 15 per cent earned the coveted safe pick rating, meaning they also provided good protection for other road users including occupants of other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists in the event of a crash. At the other end of the scale, 76 models were in the poor or very poor category. Vehicles in these categories cannot be recommended for buyers who have safety as a priority. RACV manager vehicle engineering, Michael Case said the wide variety of ratings for used vehicles showed how important the Used Car Safety Ratings guide was when buying a second-hand vehicle. “You cannot determine the safety of a car just by looking at it, especially a used car,” he said. “These ratings provide independent advice on which vehicle models provide
better protection in a crash, not only for occupants, but for all road users.” VicRoads director vehicle and road use policy, James Holgate said the ratings reveal that just because a car is cheap doesn’t necessarily mean it is unsafe. “A large number of top rating vehicles are available on the secondhand market for under $10,000, so safety doesn’t have to be compromised by price,” he said TAC project coordinator road safety Samantha Collins said it was good to see top rating vehicles in most categories. “If all Victorian drivers drove the safest car in its class, road trauma across the state would be reduced by up to a third,” she said. Some of the lower-priced top rating safe pick models include the Honda Civic, built between 2006 and 2011, the Subaru Impreza 2007-11, the Mazda 6 2002-07, Toyota Camry 2006-11 and the Ford Falcon 2008-12. MUARC senior research fellow Stuart Newstead, who led the study, said it was encouraging to again see commercial vehicles rate well. “The proportion of commercial ve-
hicles scoring good or excellent continues to increase with three utilities being awarded the safe pick label due to electronic stability control (ESC) being available,” Dr Newstead said. The ratings are based on reports from more than seven million actual crashes from 1987-2012 reported to police in Australia and New Zealand. They cover over 90 per cent of all popular passenger and light commercial vehicles in the Australian market manufactured between 1982 and 2012. Safe pick vehicles must be fitted with ESC as well as perform well in protecting their own occupants and other road users. The Vehicle Safety Research Group which commissioned the research is comprised of the major motoring clubs and state motoring authorities in Australia and New Zealand and is a collaborative effort to drive down the road toll. The guide is available in print and online at howsafeisyourcar.com.au • The Used Car Safety Ratings brochure covers the quoted 227 vehicles manufactured from 1996-2012. Information relating to vehicles manufactured pre 1996 is available online.
Warning issued: seatbelts save lives; it’s as simple as that.
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Be dementia aware
ALZHEIMER’S Australia Vic ran a community forum on Tuesday, September 16 to raise awareness of dementia.
Safety first: from left, Ashley Turley, Mitchell Esparon, Edith Gray, Luke Chetcuti, Youki Innes, Erin Dijkman and Brooke Pearce are excited to have a footpath allowing them to travel from the Bass Coast Specialist School to the heart of Wonthaggi.
The forum, held at Federation Training in Leongatha, was funded by a government grant and facilitated by Alzheimer’s Australia Vic, Federation Training and Dementia Awareness Month. The CEO of Alzheimer’s Australia Vic, Maree McCabe, was pleased to bring the forum to South Gippsland. Ms McCabe said dementia in South Gippsland was expected to increase as the population aged. While there are 2150 people in the electoral division of McMillan who suffer from dementia, by 2050 the number is expected to exceed 8500. During September, Dementia Awareness Month is an ideal time for communities to think about how they can be-
come dementia friendly. “Our clients tell us dementia is the most isolating diagnosis,” Ms McCabe said. “However, there are lots of things we can do to improve their quality of life and make sure they remain a part of the community. “Regional areas often do this better than anyone, because you already have that culture of looking after each other and helping your neighbours.” Speakers at the forum explored topics such as recognising dementia, engaging with dementia sufferers and creating dementia friendly homes. Gabrielle Durant of Federation Training said around six free training sessions will also run at businesses in South Gippsland to raise awareness of dementia and how to create dementia friendly communities.
Path creates link to Wonthaggi CBD STUDENTS at Bass Coast Specialist School will have safe access to Wonthaggi’s central business district (CBD) once construction of a new footpath is completed around mid October. The project is being jointly funded by the State Government’s Transport Investing in Regions initiative ($30,000), Bass Coast Shire Council ($50,000), and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development ($36,000). Liberal candidate for Bass Brian Paynter said although Bass Coast Specialist School was only 600 metres from Wonthaggi CBD, there was no formal link between the school and the town’s footpath infrastructure which links to bus services, the shopping centre and community facilities. “The project will provide 290 metres of concrete footpath with Dis-
ability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant road crossings and will also upgrade the existing Wonthaggi Secondary College crossing which does not comply with current standards,” he said. Bass Coast Shire Council has appointed a contractor to build a 2.5m wide concrete footpath running from the specialist school to Watt Street, with works currently in progress. “The pathway will provide access for students from the specialist school to the Wonthaggi CBD and Webb’s Shed,” council’s infrastructure director Felicity Sist said. “Existing footpaths will also be widened to 2.5m.” Ms Sist said the path would be located adjacent to the specialist school and run through the site of the CFA shed on McKenzie Street, which has already been removed. “A safe crossing will be constructed at Edgar Street, and the path will then pass nearby residential properties and cross over Baillieu
Street East,” Ms Sist said. “The new crossing location in McKenzie Street (north of Edgar Street) has been chosen as it is considered the safest point in regard to clear vision in both directions. “It will also avoid costly service relocation in other areas. The path will connect to the existing footpath at Watt Street.” Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine welcomed the investment from the State Government. “The school and local community have been advocating for a footpath connection which will improve safety and community access for students, parents and teachers of Bass Coast Specialist School,” he said. “This project is a good example of the coalition government and Bass Coast Shire Council working together and most importantly with the local community to improve local transport outcomes.”
Dementia awareness: from left, Federation Training project manager Gabrielle Durand, Alzheimer’s Australia Vic CEO Maree McCabe and Federation Training dementia educator Narelle Naismith were part of the dementia forum at Federation Training in Leongatha.
Building? Read on EVERYONE benefits from good access – parents of young children in prams, people with temporary injuries, older people and people with disabilities. This is why it is important for builders, developers and renovators to understand requirements in providing access to all. A collaborative project between Bass Coast Shire Council and the other five Gippsland councils, Scope and the Department of Human Services, the New Guide to Good Access has been developed for renovators, builders and developers. “Design that incorporates good access provides an environment that is safer, easier to move around and live in,” mayor Cr Neil Rankine said. Cr Rankine said that over half of Gippsland’s population was aged 55 or older, and this figure would continue to
Message for drivers: from left, Leading Senior Constable Paul McDonald of Meeniyan, South Gippsland Shire Council’s Road Safety Group representative John Ernst, deputy mayor Cr Jeanette Harding and Acting Sergeant Allan Piening of Bass Coast Highway Patrol with the new sign.
Sign casts light on road safety SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has purchased a big new sign to communicate road safety messages. The visual messaging system (VMS) is a large, portable sign displaying a lit message that can be changed remotely from the council offices. South Gippsland Road Safety Group’s John Ernst was pleased with council’s new asset. “We can put messages up that are
drive safe messages,” he said. He said the sign can be moved at short notice to warn drivers of danger at trouble spots on the road such as flooding, or to communicate with drivers during large events such as sport grand finals. The sign was bought by the South Gippsland Road Safety Group with a grant of $22,000 from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC). Council’s deputy mayor Cr Jeanette Harding said the sign provided
value for money. “I think it’s fantastic. It’s not a lot of money for a terrific amount of good it can do,” she said. The sign is lit up to be visible at night, running for 18 hours on power generated by solar panels during the day. Water tanks underneath keep it stable. Council now has two VMS boards, though the new one is the largest.
increase into the future. “Some older people may experience difficulties with mobility, sight and hearing, but may not consider that they have a disability.” The guide provides examples of how good access can be provided to meet the minimum design requirements for new building work to enable access for people with disabilities, and also includes references to the relevant legislation and standards. Local planning officers, building surveyors or council’s RuralAccess Worker can provide information on planning issues, building law and local access specifications, as required. Copies of the guide are available free of charge by contacting council on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211, or can be downloaded from council’s website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/accessguide.
Bike shelters welcome LEONGATHA and Korumburra cyclists can now securely park their bikes undercover after riding into the town centres. South Gippsland Shire Council has bought and installed four bike shelters. The $50,000 project was funded by the Victorian Government’s Transport Investing in Regions initiative ($30,000) and council ($20,000). The shelters are placed in convenient locations within the town centres: in Leongatha at the corner of Bair and McCartin streets, Lardner Place/IGA car park and one in Smith Street near the council building/Safeway car park. The Korumburra shelter has been
installed near the Melbourne bound V/ Line bus stop at the lower end of Commercial Street. Each shelter is equipped with two bicycle hoops, allowing space for four bikes, and the shelters will protect bikes from harsh weather or being knocked over in pedestrian thoroughfares. Acting mayor Cr Jeanette Harding said the new facilities would be well received by the increasing number of locals and visitors using bikes. “Not only do the shelters provide secure and convenient places for cyclists to park their bikes, the project has directly addressed local needs and supports healthy lifestyles,” Cr Harding said.
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The Good Life Siblings love books IT’S easy for grown-ups to assume they can do things better than children, and adults are often much too free with their advice.
Mirboo North country market THIS SATURDAY Sept 27 7am to 2pm at Baromi Park, Mirboo North
Contact Bev Cook 5668 1688
Above left, Literary passion: Aaron and Alana Lopez-Freeman will be sharing their fondness for writing and illustrating books at the Coal Creek Literary Festival. MIR7940019
Showcasing local produce, jams, vegetables, clothing, bric a brac, cakes, knitted items and a variety of toys and plants, along with local painting and artworks.
In reality, young children can do almost anything; their creativity knows no bounds. Over the last few years, Aaron and Alana Lopez-Freeman have both written stories and illustrated them with their own pictures. This interest culminated in each writing and illustrating their first book The Korumburra Primary School students have a wide range of interests, including a number of sports, drawing, looking after animals, gardening and music. They also share a love of reading and writing. Over the last few years they have both written stories and illustrated them with their own pictures. This interest culminated in each writing and illustrating their first book. In Aaron’s case it was The Adventures of Fred and for Alana it was The Adventures of Mr Fig, finished in time for Christmas 2013. The children wrote these books with their grandmother Meredith, who helped them with word processing, layout and the publishing, and their grandfather Gil supplied art materials and advice about the illustrations. They are happy to talk about their books with others and how they went about their work as authors. The Freeman siblings will present at the 2014 Coal Creek Literary Festival at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum on October 4.
Oh deer: Ash and Brayden Greaves with the friendly red deer that was only too happy for a pat at Jill and Michael Vella’s deer farm.
Paddock to plate By Nerrena Landcare Group secretary, Jill Vella LOCAL Landcarers took advantage of the wonderful spring weather to celebrate Landcare Week with a bike ride and a farm walk on two local properties recently. Meeting at the Koonwarra Farmers Market with their bikes, 15 Landcarers and friends rode to Sewells Road and the first stop, Koony Natural Lamb. The farm of Veronica and Stuart Greaves is the site of a landslip rehabilitation project. As part of the Andersons Inlet Erosion Control project, funded by the Victorian Government, the Greaves received an erosion control plan from the Department of Environment and Primary Industries to address the landslip. This included drainage work to alter the hydrology and planting to stabilise the slip. The group learnt how the Greaves have enhanced the remnant bush on their property by fencing off areas and devel-
oping linkages. South Gippsland Landcare Network coordinator Jenny O’Sullivan said, “Shelter reduces animal stress and animal maintenance energy needs, providing more energy for production. “Protected areas on cattle properties have a 20 per cent to 30 per cent higher yield than unprotected areas, with annual benefits of $38 to $66 per hectare.” After morning tea, it was back to the bikes to continue the journey to Jill and Michael Vella’s deer farm. During a venison sausage lunch, an informative roundtable discussion about food production on small properties was held. With a venison producer, olive grower and lamb production agribusinesses represented, there was considerable insight given into how paddock to plate marketing can result in profitable businesses. A marketing expert was also part of the group and offered insight into using web based marketing strategies. A tour of the Vellas’ deer farm finished off the day. This event was hosted in partnership by the Nerrena Landcare Group and the South Gippsland Landcare Network.
Big name: legendary country singer James Blundell will enliven Seniors Week at Korumburra.
Blundell to entertain seniors COUNTRY music star James Blundell will have seniors tapping their feet to his easy going music at the free Seniors Concert on Friday, October 10 at the fully accessible Korumburra Recreation Centre.
Meeniyan Progress Association Established 1892
MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHT Come to Meeniyan Hall to celebrate
30 YEARS OF MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHTS WHEN: Saturday October 4 at 8 pm (Please be seated early) WHERE: Meeniyan Hall $8 BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses Free tea & Coffee
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It will be a nostalgic trip down memory lane, with 3 artists from the supper room days, Anne Hoyne, Steve Horton, Sue Lester and some long standing favourites Terry, John and Di plus Ian McMullan From more recent times - Acoustic Kitchen, Danny, Barb and Debora and our own Serenity. MC for the evening will be Avril Van Wamel.
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Organised each year by South Gippsland Shire Council as part of the Victorian Seniors Festival, the concert is usually fully booked well before the day, so you need to be quick to secure your ticket. Simply phone council on 5662 9200 to book and they will post the tickets out to you, or you can call in to reception to book and collect. “A great afternoon of entertainment awaits those lucky enough to secure a seat,” organiser Denise Trani said. “This year there will be a light lunch from noon to kick off the afternoon, instead of an afternoon tea. “This will be followed by the Koonwarra Line Dancers from 1.15pm - 1.45pm. Then legendary performer James Blundell will take to the stage at 2pm for an hour, playing tunes that tell great stories of country life.” Blundell is synonymous with the country music genre. In 2012 he was announced as the inaugural inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame by Lee Kernaghan, an old friend and former Australian of The Year. Blundell’s early career was nothing short of phenomenal: a string of platinum albums and top 10 pop successes turned the former cattle hand into a household name. He was the first young Australian country artist to create an impact on the pop charts and for many years was the nation’s highest selling country artist. Blundell combines the story-telling ethos of country icon Slim Dusty with a more rock orientated approach. This concert is part of the Victorian Seniors Festival, a state-wide Victorian Government initiative. For more information about the Victorian Seniors Festival including an online calendar of events, visit www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au
Fine farming: Veronica and Stuart Greaves have fenced off and enhanced this large section of bush for biodiversity and productivity.
Society wins Anzac funding MCMILLAN MP Russell Broadbent said he was delighted at news the Leongatha and District Historical Society had received almost $4000 under the Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program. The society will be given $3918 as part of the Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program. “The Leongatha Historical Society has been a cornerstone of the community for so many years, cataloguing the ever changing face of the town and the region. There’s a wonderful collection at the society and I urge anyone who gets a chance to take a look,” Mr Broadbent said. “The members have been hard at work restoring Anzac photographs for an upcoming exhibition. The exhibition will offer a fascinating insight into Le-
ongatha and district’s wartime experiences. As anyone who lives there will know, the town and its surrounds have a proud history in serving the nation in times of war.” Mr Broadbent said the Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program, which allocates $125,000 for projects in each electorate across the nation, was an “important way for communities to mark the sacrifice of our soldiers abroad and our people at home”. “Part of the Anzac story, sometimes overlooked, is of those mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers and friends who kept the home fires burning,” he said. “Many of those boys came back as damaged men. But it was the families and friends who rallied around them. In many ways, the wars fought overseas were only the beginning of the battle.”
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Historical society celebrates 50 years THE Leongatha and District Historical Society will celebrate 50 years of preserving the town’s history and heritage on Sunday, October 12.
The society was formed at a public meeting held in 1964. The first president was John Murphy, vice president Mrs Roughead, secretary Chas Rogers and treasurer Hubert Potter. Over the years, many other community members have held positions on the committee of the society. At first the small group of enthusiasts met in a room at Leongatha Memorial Hall, but when renovations started they had to move out. The private homes of members served as meeting places and storage facilities for the next few years. When the community house opened in Church Street, the society held meetings there but a permanent home was needed. The chance for a proper historical facility came in 1983 when a new library was built at the shire offices in Smith Street and the Billiard Saloon, which had run since 1912, closed. There was great debate about what the mechanics’ institute should be used for. Some in the shire wished to demolish it and sell the land. Historian John Murphy pointed out the land did not belong to the shire as it was Crown Land, and the building was constructed using funds raised solely by the community. After much debate and lobbying, the Woorayl Shire Historical Society, as it was then known, won the day and was granted the use of the entire building.
Australia Post temporarily occupied the building while the post office was being renovated. When it left, in August 1983, the keys to the mechanics’ institute were handed to the historical society. The first exhibition was opened in December 1983. This exhibition, showing mostly women’s clothing from the collection, was curated by Pat Dale and Shirley Clarke and was opened by the then shire president Ted Fisher. Since then countless exhibitions and displays have been set up to highlight significant events in the community’s history and show items from the wonderful collection now kept in the mechanics’ institute. The exhibitions in the front room and hallway change twice a year. The billiard room houses a permanent pioneer display and the resources of the South Gippsland Genealogical Society. The society changed its name back to Leongatha and District Historical Society when the shires amalgamated in 1994. It now has a vast collection, a website and a Facebook page, but needs new members to continue the great and valuable work of preserving the community’s history and heritage. To celebrate 50 successful years, the Leongatha and District Historical Society would like to invite its members and friends to a finger food lunch on Sunday, October 12 at the mechanics’ institute. The families of past officials and active members are welcome to attend. Please let Pat Spinks know if you are coming by calling 5668 6365 or the society on 5662 2492 (Thursday and Friday afternoons only).
TYLER Jack Hocken was born at South Gippsland Hospital, Foster, on September 3. Tyler is the second child for Olivia and Sam Hocken, and a brother for Riley.
Official occasion: Shirley Clarke (left) and Pat Dale at the opening of the first exhibition at the Leongatha Mechanics Institute in 1983.
CHARLI Rose Maher was born at Bass Coast Health on September 11 to Sarah and Christopher Maher of Inverloch.
LAKAI James McDonald was born on September 16 at Leongatha Hospital. He is the first child for Madden and Jake of Leongatha.
• OBITUARY
Johnny Gow, OAM, touched many lives JOHN “Jack” Ferguson Gow, OAM, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2014, aged 92, at Korumburra Hospital.
Known as Johnny to most, Jack to some and John in later life, to his family he was simply “the old man”. He went to the grave with not many kilometres left in the tank. He had been deafened in the war; had lost a finger showing off to his relatives at Christmas; was partially blinded by a kicking cow; and his mind had gone to happier times. Johnny was born on May 6, 1922, in Glasgow to David (Jock) Gow, a shipyard labourer, and Jessie Gow (nee Muir). He was the brother of Agnes (who died as an infant), Ernie, Davie and Jimmy (all deceased) and Jes-
sie Scott and Jean Cargill. He was married to Evelyn Grabham for 55 years; a father of four, grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of 11. Johnny represented Australia in the opening of the Australia War Memorial in London and the veterans’ commemorations in Borneo. He had a Returned and Services League (RSL) gold badge and meritorious service medal, and was a life member of the Kongwak RSL. Johnny served on the committee for nearly 50 years including as president and vice president, as well as being a member of the Grand Masonic Lodge and Outtrim Lodge, and a life member of the Kongwak Fire Brigade. Johnny was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia 1992, Korumburra Shire’s Citizen of the Year and Rotary’s Paul Harris Fellow (Community Nominee),
and he also received a certificate of appreciation from Veterans’ Affairs. Johnny’s father resolved to leave Glasgow for a new life in Australia following the First World War. Young Johnny’s Australian life commenced in a small wooden house on the Kongwak flats. Johnny completed his schooling at Kongwak and had great childhood friendships that lasted a lifetime with Chris and Arthur Grabham and John Shandley, while Johnny’s brother Ernie was also an accomplice in many of his activities. When war was brewing, Johnny enlisted in the militia and then the army. His time in the army affected him profoundly, leaving him with a lasting belief in mateship, compassion and community. Army life wasn’t too bad for Johnny in comparison to
Johnny Gow: John “Jack” Ferguson Gow, OAM, of Moyarra, worked hard and touched many people’s lives during his 92 years. life on the farm: they gave you five shillings a day to spend, most Sundays you had off and you made new friends from all over Aus-
tralia. As soon as he was old enough for overseas deployment he was off to New Guinea. Two of his best mates were Jack Huxley and Archie Trevaskis, and Johnny became deaf in one ear after a Japanese mortar landed two feet away. When the war ended, Johnny had to remain in Borneo to clean up the leftovers of the war, and build an airstrip using local labour lines and Japanese prisoners. On Johnny’s return from the war he suffered badly from malaria and had nightmares. He got a job driving the milk truck, collecting the milk cans from the farmers for the Kongwak Butter Factory. Evelyn Grabham married him in the Methodist Church in Korumburra on June 26, 1946. They were married for
55 years. Johnny obtained a “soldier settler” farm at the spot in Moyarra he had visited all those years earlier. The first job was to build his milking shed and out buildings, while working at the factory. He ended up with a Melbourne milk contract and milked almost continuously until he was more than 60 years old. His children were amazed at how he would cart hay, drive to Melbourne for an RSL meeting, come home and milk in the morning. Don Allan and David supported Johnny through his farming, always around to chase a cow or help with the fencing or a building project. To break the milking regime, each year the family would have a holiday with the Spooners. Invariably it was holidays by the sea. The
two families had many great trips, including a couple to Queensland. Johnny’s hobbies would have been listed “work” and “RSL”. He was a particularly tireless worker, helping returned soldiers receive a better deal from Veterans’ Affairs, and would often research their histories. Bruce Ruxton suggested Johnny had played a large role in facilitating a well researched and less adversarial approach of the Department of Veterans Affairs to war service pensions. When Bruce was elected as president of the RSL’s Victorian Branch, Johnny went onto the state executive committee, as well as his district board. He continued to be involved in the local sub branch. For the 2/25 Battalion, he was the president for 50 odd years, and committed to cleaning the Kongwak Reserve barbecue and toilets.
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better drafts. The 550 steers and bullocks held some good quality in places, with the well-bred lines and better covered crossbreds selling firm to 4c cheaper, while the two score Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers slipped 12c/kg. The 600 cows held most weights and grades and demand eased considerably,
Wednesday, September 17 BULLOCKS 2 D.J. & S.A. Bruce, Leongatha 1 G.L. Holt, Korumburra 2 J.E. Barnard, Rhyll 14 C.T. Ferguson, Longford 1 H.R. & M.A. Anderson, Wonthaggi 2 W.J. Rees, Kongwak STEERS 1 G.L. Holt, Korumburra 1 C.T. Ferguson, Longford 14 Kemp & McDonald, Foster 2 Boulton Jayden, Sale 1 T. & L. Butcher, Allambee East 7 Shimanojo Holdings, French Island COWS 4 I. & R. Hengstberger, Stony Creek 8 S.B. Walpole & Sons, Woodside 1 L. & M. Germano, Mirboo North 1 Vuillerman Past Co, Yanakie 1 B. & P. Shandley, Lance Creek 2 Burndale Nom, Kongwak HEIFERS 2 R. & B. Bright, Dumbalk 11 A. Mancarella, Mirboo North 2 G. & C. Roberts, Allambee 1 B. Windsor, Korumburra 1 D. Johnston, Erica 18 P. & B. Fox, Hazelwood BULLS 1 G.L. & W.J. Price, Yarram 1 R.C. Affleck, Toongabbie 1 R.G. & F.L. Bland, Stony Creek 1 K. Trotman, Buffalo 1 S.B. Walpole & Sons, Woodside 1 T.I. & A.C. James, Welshpool
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with the light and medium weights falling 17c to 20c for most and up to 30c for the plainest light weights, while the heavy weights eased 7c to 10c/kg. The bull sale started cheaper but strengthened as it ran and quality improved to finish on firm averages for the C and B muscle animals, and 5c/kg cheaper for the D muscles. Most yearling steers were medium weight feeder lines selling from 170c to 181c, with a single pen of 3 score trade steers making 210c/kg. Yearling heifers showing good finish made between 165c and 188c/kg. Grown steers sold between 190c and 212c/kg. Bullocks made from 191c to 214c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 163c to 175c, with the crossbred portion from 162c to 195c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made between 120c and 145c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly between 145c and 174c/kg. Heavy weight C and B muscle bulls made from 175c to 214c, with the D muscle drafts from 143c to 170c/kg slipping 5c/kg. The next sale draw - September 24: 1. Elders, 2. David Phelan, 3. Rodwells, 4. SEJ, 5. Alex Scott, 6. Landmark.
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Farming Insight Kazakh export opportunity knocks Representatives of the Kazakhstan Government’s agricultural department inspected Angus cattle and Australian farming methods at Yancowinna Angus stud. Owners Dennis and Christine Ginn, together with manager Rob Ewing, showed the visitors a variety of cattle and explained the pasture based system they use on their 450ha property. The visit was arranged by livestock export company, Livestock Shipping Services, as a part of a seven day tour encompassing Gippsland, the Western District and Tamworth in New South Wales. After Yancowinna, the delegation travelled to Poowong North to see the famed Jersey dairy herd of the Wallacedale stud. The previous day, the group inspected Caldermeade Farm and Café near Lang Lang, owned by Max Jelbart of Leongatha South. The Kazakhstan Government may import Australian beef and dairy genetics to increase the nation’s herd size and quality, and also implement such agricultural technology as the National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) and disease management systems. The country largely has pasture based beef and dairy systems, but lacks the saleyards and feedlot facilities of Australia, and the government is seeking to intensify agriculture. The country situated between China and Russia has just 6000 beef and dairy cattle, and a population of 17 million that consumes a lot of meat, including horse. Deputy Agriculture Minister Gulmira Issayeva said the government would cover 80 per cent of farmers’ pasture establishment
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Australian tour: members of the Kazakhstan delegation at Yancowinna Angus Study, from left, Nurpeisov Zharkin, advisor to the Minister of Agriculture; stud principal Dennis Ginn, Dina Sattybayeva, investment department manager with Kazakh Ministry of Agriculture; Kazakh Deputy Agriculture Minister Gulmira Issayeva; Urazgali Nurgazin, deputy director of Agriculture Department of Kostanay Region; and Holly Ludeman, Livestock Shipping CLAAS MOWER, Disco 2650 Services.
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costs and 50 per cent of asset costs. “We are going to create a real meat productivity breed, and we are importing Angus and Herefords from Australia to cross with our domestic breeds to improve genetic potential,” she said. Ms Issayeva said having a stud like Yancowinna in Kazakhstan “is our dream”. “We wish all stud farms should be the same as Yancowinna Angus,” she said. Livestock Shipping Services’ operations manager and veterinary advisor, Dr Holly Ludeman, said Australia exported 3000 Angus pure bred Angus heifers to Kazakhstan last year. In Kazakhstan, 80 to 90 per cent of cattle are owned by villagers. “They’re trying to get together a nucleus heard of breeding stock,” Dr Ludeman said. “Kazakhstan has not had a high level of genetic quality in the past, and they are trying to build up their herd and their food base. “We are trying to get the large numbers they want and we find Angus are easy to source.” Even essential infrastructure needs to be established on a greater scale and that is a massive task given Kazakhstan is one of the world’s biggest countries. Yancowinna was recommended as a suitable stud to visit by the Angus breed’s peak body, Angus Australia, of which Mr Ginn is a former a chairman. He is now chairman of the Angus Sire Benchmarking Program. “We were not only surprised but it was a pleasure to have the delegates understand how Angus works and how Australian farms work,” he said. Yancowinna stud manager Rob Ewing noted the visitors also took an interest in how working dogs are used on Australian farms. • Yancowinna’s Spring Sale will be held on property at Inverloch, on Thursday, October 2.
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South Gippsland Water invites applications from suitably qualiďŹ ed candidates for the role of Weed Control OfďŹ cer based in South Gippsland. Reporting to the Waste Water and Environment Manager, the position is primarily responsible for the efďŹ cient and effective operation of South Gippsland Water’s weed control function. The primary objectives are to provide this service and meet the Corporation’s obligations for weed control and to undertake weed control ďŹ eld operations. The Corporation seeks a person with demonstrated knowledge and experience of weed control practices and an ability to identify a wide range of weed species, together with a current Australian Chemical Users Permit and competent computer skills. Applicants should read the position description located at www.sgwater.com.au. Please contact Glenn Joy on 03 5682 0442 for all enquiries in the strictest conďŹ dence. Applications close on Monday 29th September 2014 Email dbrown@sgwater.com.au or post to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster VIC 3960
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Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia, an established leader in the local dairy industry has a position vacant for a Livestock Services Technician. The successful applicant will have good people skills and the ability to build relationships with customers, be willing to work in a team environment, as well as being able to work without immediate supervision out in the ďŹ eld on their own. The successful applicant will require experience working with livestock. Prior experience as an ArtiďŹ cial Breeding Technician would be beneďŹ cial but not essential. The application must contain the following: 1. A hand written application including either typed or hand written resumĂŠ, detailing your full work history. 2. Two written references. 3. Three phone referees. A position description is available from Hico at 33 Station Street, Korumburra 3950 5658 1311 or by emailing Neil Odgers nodgers@hico.com.au Applications should be forwarded no later than Thursday 25th September to the Sales & Marketing Manager, Herd Improvement Co-operative Australia, 33 Station Street, Korumburra 3950.
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Retail Administration Manager 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 professional with a strong retail background for the position of Retail Administration Manager for our Gippsland based BP Petrol & Convenience outlets. Overview of position The role of the Retail Administration Manager is a varied one, the key job functions are to assist with stafďŹ ng of EPG’s network of retail sites, requires strong Human resource management skills and also requires a sound knowledge of Retail merchandising, POS systems and information technology. The role of the Retail Administration manager is to also assist the Retail manager with the day to day administrative management of EPG sites and requires a thorough understanding of computer systems with proďŹ ciency in the use of Microsoft ofďŹ ce suites including Word, Excel & publisher a must. Highly developed customer service and communication skills (written and verbal) are required for this role. If you are interested in ďŹ nding out more please go to www.evanspetroleum.com.au for more detail and application form
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We are seeking a dynamic clinician, to work with children, young people and adults. This position also provides counselling sessions one day a week, at our ofďŹ ce in Leongatha. Successful applicants will have a relevant tertiary qualiďŹ cation, experience working systemically, and a demonstrated commitment to practice excellence. GCASA is an equal opportunity employer, with a workforce representative of our diverse community. Position descriptions can be obtained by visiting our website www.gcasa.org.au or by emailing mail@gippscasa.org Enquiries: Fiona Boyle, Chief Executive OfďŹ cer 5134 3922. Applications close at 5pm on Friday 26 September 2014.
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Are you a suitably qualiďŹ ed and highly motivated individual who would like the opportunity to join a Recovery oriented service with a strong team environment and excellent salary packaging beneďŹ ts? SNAP Gippsland delivers innovative, person-centred services to adults with a severe and persistent mental illness, their families and carers. We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic people for the following positions:
FINANCE OFFICER 15-20 Hours per week - Flexible hours
Rose Lodge is a fully accredited community-based 70 bed Aged Care facility centrally located in Wonthaggi. A further 30 beds are currently being added with completion due in late 2015. The role would suit an experienced, mature, accurate and responsible person with a high level of work ethic and attention to detail. The person will work closely with the Chief Executive OfďŹ cer. Responsibilities include: • Preparation of accounting journals and end of month reporting • Reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger accounts • Payroll • Accounts payable • Resident fees • BAS • Superannuation payments • Reception/switchboard/mail collection The successful applicant will have the following skill set: • Financial qualiďŹ cations (or studying) and/or substantial experience in book keeping. • Experience in payroll, accounts payable and receivable, monthly journals and end of month processes and on-line banking. • Excellent computer literacy. • Hands-on approach and team player. • Experience in aged care is desirable but not essential as full training about the industry can be provided. More important is the right attitude. Position Description available upon request. Phone Beverley Walsh on 5672 1716 if you would like to discuss this position. Please send resumĂŠ with covering letter to: Beverley Walsh CEO – Rose Lodge P.O. Box 626 Wonthaggi, Victoria. 3995 Or E: beverleywalsh@roselodge.com.au Applications close Monday 6th October 2014 A current Police check relevant to Aged Care will be required prior to commencement.
Support Facilitators – Partners in Recovery Program (PIR) Bairnsdale, Sale & Leongatha (1EFT, Fixed Term Contract to June 2015, 3 positions) PIR is an innovative Commonwealth funded program supporting people with severe persistent mental illness and complex needs. PIR Support Facilitators engage collaboratively with a range of organisations and primary health care providers to facilitate an integrated service delivery approach.
Support Facilitator – Partners in Recovery Program (PIR) Bairnsdale (1EFT, Fixed Term Contract to June 2016) This is an exciting opportunity to work as PIR Support Facilitator dedicated to the Aboriginal community. We welcome applications from Aboriginal people.
Recovery Support Workers Bairnsdale & Leongatha (1 EFT, Ongoing, 2 positions) Providing person-centred, recovery focused support in accordance with an individualised client support package which responds to people’s individual needs and links them to the services they require. You have: Alcohol & Drugs, Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational
a strong commitment to a client centred approach based on respect, honesty, integrity, hopefulness, transparency and collaboration an understanding of mental health issues and experience working with people with severe mental illness and complex needs with a recovery focus knowledge of available support services and systems. Position descriptions are available from our website or call Chris McNamara ! "#"! #$%! ' ' ( ) * ' + + SNAP Gippsland, P.O. Box 635, Bairnsdale, VIC 3875 or via email to emailbairnsdale@snap.org.au + / # 0 + Our services are founded on the principle that living with a mental illness ' ' '
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PART TIME WARD CLERK/ CASUAL WARD CLERK 0.4EFT (4 x 7.5 hour shifts/fortnight) Fixed term contract until June 2015
OPERATING SUITE WARD CLERK Relieving Ward Clerk – casual position Bass Coast Health Operating Suite requires a part time Ward Clerk on a fixed term contract until June 2015. A casual ongoing position is also available to cover annual leave and sick leave requirements across all acute areas. The successful applicant must have: • Excellent computer and communication skills. • Medical terminology knowledge • Capacity to work independently, as well as part of a team. • Conscientious approach. • Able to communicate effectively in a busy environment. • Enjoy working with the general public. • Current Police Check from Victoria Police Highly desirable: • Previous experience with IMP program • Hospital or medical practice experience Position Descriptions available from Nursing Administration on (03) 5671 3222. Written application and resumé including 3 referees to be addressed to Justine Margetts, Nursing Administration via email: Justine.Margetts@basscoasthealth.org.au Applications close 28th September 2014
Primary Teachers (F/T) Newhaven College, an independent co-educational school on Phillip Island, offers quality education for students from Prep through to Year 12. Due to growth we require enthusiastic and vibrant classroom teachers to commence in 2015. For a position description please visit www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au Applications close Friday 10 October
$45,922 + SUPER An exciting opportunity exists in the aquatic industry in South Gippsland. SPLASH YMCA is looking for a Pool Operations Coordinator to oversee Foster, Poowong, Korumburra and Mirboo North outdoor pools over the summer. Relevant industry experience, qualifications and an enthusiasm to get the best out of the staff and facilities are essential.
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Director – Development Services Offering one of the most liveable regional locations, South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking a dynamic person to lead teams in the areas of Economic Development, Strategic and Statutory Planning, Building Services, Coal Creek Community Park & Museum and Tourism. Reporting to the CEO, underpinned by an environment of ‘trust, engagement, openness, challenge and success’, you will work with the development team to improve planning systems, increase customer satisfaction and develop key strategies and policies for this portfolio. Further you will attract investment through the promotion of the Shire’s business and tourism strengths. Your strong leadership, people skills, energy and a particular understanding and experience in development and/or land use planning from government or the private sector are required to create an environment where people can be their best and achieve the Council’s objectives. Applications close by 5pm Wednesday 1 October 2014. Please refer to our website www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au for further information and a position description.
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South Gippsland Water invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Instrumentation based in idyllic South Gippsland, with beautiful beaches and National Parks on the doorstep. Reporting to the SCADA Electrical Supervisor, the position’s primary objectives are to undertake identified electrical and instrumentation based maintenance work across South Gippsland Water to optimise the performance of our assets, meet key performance indicators safely, and to provide excellent customer service. The Corporation seeks a qualified A/E Grade Electrician with knowledge and experience in the operation, maintenance or construction in Electrical Switchboards, Pumping systems, Electrical and Mechanical Control Equipment and Power Supply systems. Applicants should read the position description located at www.sgwater.com.au. Please contact Glenn Joy on 03 5682 0442 for all enquiries in the strictest confidence. Applications close on Monday 29th September 2014 Email dbrown@sgwater.com.au or post to: Human Resources Coordinator South Gippsland Water PO Box 102 Foster VIC 3960
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INVERLOCH COMMUNITY HOUSE The Committee of Management of the Inverloch Community House Inc. is seeking applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated individuals who would like the opportunity to join our team on a permanent part time basis (20 hours per week) in this dynamic community development role. Our mission is to provide a warm and supportive environment to learn and share ideas, skills and information creating a stronger community. The position description is available via email from susan.ann.smith@hotmail.com Applications close at 5pm Monday 6th of October 2014
JAYCO 13’ POPTOP CARAVAN Full kitchen Single beds Very clean Good rubber Pull out awning, as new Easily towed with 4 cyl car. $5,900 ONO Contact John or Stella 5662 3278 3 BEAUTIFUL black Chinchilla bunny rabbits. Extremely quiet, 6 weeks old. Ph: 0439-644327.
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MAINTENANCE OPERATOR Reporting to the Facility Manager, Mirboo North Aged Care Facility is seeking a Maintenance Operator to join the team on a Full Time basis. Please note tools will be provided as necessary. Successful applicants will: • Possess a passion for and have previous experience in an aged care environment • Have strong interpersonal and communication skills • Previous experience in a maintenance role • Be trade qualified • Be required to provide evidence of right to work in Australia and a valid police check Please send applications to: Facility Manager – Alison Snell mirboonorth@acsagroup.com.au 27 Giles Street, Mirboo North VIC 3871 Please note: Only successful candidates will be contacted
for rent MODERN 2 bedroom unit, central gas heating, evaporative cooling, 2 car parking. Located within walking distance of Monash Campus, Frankston. 0407850748.
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CARAVAN Evernew, 1995, 16’6” x 7’6’, island bed, front kitchen, lots of cupboards, full annex and rollout awning, fridge, microwave, cooktop. Always under cover, very clean, $13,000. Ph: 0428-922488. FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408-980711, A/H 5662-5175. HAY: Small squares, excellent quality, shedded. New season, $9 each. Can deliver, conditions apply. Mardan 5664-1320. OLD CLUB LOUNGE suite, 3 seater lounge with 2 large club chairs, $100 ONO. Ph: 0439-644327. RIDE-ON MOWER Toro, XL440H, 2005, new belts and battery, $1,650 ONO. Ph: 0411-547064.
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SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200x50x2.4 $12.10 each, 200x75x2.4 $16.75 each, 200x75x3.0 $ 20.90 each. Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417-530662.
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TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261.
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FISHERS BEEKEEPING SUPPLIES Local Beekeeping Equipment and farm gate honey sales DUMBALK Rob and Sharon Fisher
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livestock ALPACA SALE Mini breeding packages, 1 male, 2 females. Any reasonable offer considered. Pets also. Phone 5664-4460. Email kb3956@gmail.com BLACK FACE SUFFOLKS 1 ram, 1 ewe, 12 months old, $125 each or $200 for the pair. Ph: 0411-547064.
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livestock EWES with lambs. Dorper ‘Roslynmead’ bloodline, Wiltshire ‘Gracelyn’ bloodline, $150 - $300. Leongatha South. Ring 5664-3281 or 0400511554. OLD PORT POULTRY FARM delivering 20-weekold laying hens to your area, Sunday, October 5, $20 each. Ph: 0438832535.
BULLS FOR HIRE OR SALE FRIESIAN, ANGUS, HEREFORD, LIMO OR JERSEY All sound, young Hire or sale Phone 0447 331 762
garage sales LEONGATHA 65 McCartin Street, Saturday, September 27, 8am - 1pm. Variety of goods including collectables.
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lost CAT lost from Carmody’s Road 12.9.14, ginger and white (F), speyed, answers to Bella. Reward. 0429369041 or 0400-568469.
used vehicles Affordable cars at drive away prices
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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.
FREE CAR REMOVAL Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal All machinery Bins provided
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30 GARAGE SALES & CAR BOOT SALE Treasure Hunt Sunday, September 28 Maps at all town stores
Garage Sale Saturday, September 27 8am start 12 Golf Links Drive MIRBOO NORTH Everything must go Old sewing machines, treadles in cabinets, tops with machines and machines only. Power tools, old compressor, 6” Vice generator, power saw, etc. Sheets of old pressed tin, fibreglass moulds, AU Falcon, flexi glass canopy. Unique coffee tables x 2. Some other furniture.
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HOLDEN CAPRICE 2001, white, ex limo. Reg. until Nov. YUZ362. Runs well, cracked w/screen, $3,000. 0419-897322.
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MITSUBISHI UTE, white, 85,000kms, dual fuel, tonneau, towbar, rubber mat in cargo area, roadworthy, year’s reg. TTW059, $5,500. 56620479 NISSAN NAVARA 1 tonne ute, 1988 model, done 220,000km. Good order for its age, $4,000 or n/o. Registered DWG582, no RWC. Ph: 5664-4273.
wanted ANTIQUE bottles Stone Ginger Beers, marble bottles, coloured soda syphons and Demijohns with merchant names. Cash paid. 5231-3796 or 0448-943498.
wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Phone Matt 0401-194601.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 8am - 1pm 14 Macqueen Avenue Korumburra Household items, golf buggies, bikes, BBQs, pictures, CDs, DVDs. EVERYTHING MUST GO!! All proceeds to go to orphanage in India
OFFICE CLEARANCE Wednesday Sept 24 Thursday Sept 25 Monday Sept 29 or by appointment
9am - 3pm at 84 Ridgway, Mirboo North Quality office furniture and equipment including: Desks, chairs, returns, hutches, filing cabinets, reception desk, partitions, stationery, phone system, bar fridge, crockery, bins, board room table, and many sundry items. Prices are as marked, more than 50% below replacement cost. Phone 0417 516 998 for more details.
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Saturday September 27 8.30am - 1pm at Plowman’s Plant Hire, Wembridges Road Mirboo North Household furniture and sundry items, garden ornaments and other miscellaneous items. Features antique dining table & 6 chairs, plants, Chesterfield suite, other antiques, collection of contemporary spy and action novels. Phone 0417 516 998 for more details.
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Jenny Milkins All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com
bereavement thanks COLEMAN - David. We would like to thank everyone for the cards, flowers, cooking, prayers and kind words, it was greatly appreciated. Handley Funeral Services, Ray Sullivan, Cam and Cathy Abood and Di Schelling for all the help which made things easier. Lorraine, Paula, Kathleen, Rebecca, Anthony, and families.
in memoriam RYAN - Joyce. 26.9.2012 Remembered every day, in our hearts forever. All the family.
deaths CARLTON - Charlie. Peacefully at Leongatha on 19.09.14, aged 83. Loved and loving husband of Thelma. Stepdad of Jill and friend of Barry. Grandad to Lisa, Brad, Trina and Stu, and friend to Tony and Nazie. Great grandad to Cassie and Matt; Josh, Rhys and Jay; Charlie, Max and Ruby. Having fought the good fight he conceded defeat after what had been a valiant battle. R.I.P. “Cookie” CARLTON - Charlie. Charlie passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19. Loved step grandfather of Lisa, step grandfather-inlaw of Tony, loved great step grandfather of Cassie and Matt. Thank you Charlie for giving our beautiful Nan 24 wonderful years of love and happiness. XX DUFFUS (nee Latham) Margaret Florence. Passed away peacefully at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital on September 19, 2014 aged 69 years, late of Fish Creek. Dearly loved wife of Bryan. Cherished mother of Julie and Bill, Narelle and John, David, Iain and Rebecca, Peter and Tabitha. Adored and loving Gran of Lachlan and Stephanie, Elissa and Anna, Ryan, Caleb and Courtney, Emily and James, Oscar and Georgia. Safe in the arms of Jesus.
deaths DUFFUS - Marg. Dearly loved long time friend of Keith (dec) and Coral. Holidays, gardens, 2 hour phone chats and lots of laughs. Thursday nights will never be the same. Love to Bryan, Julie and Bill, Narelle and John, David, Iain and Bec, Pete and Tabatha, and all their families. Sweet is the sleep that ends all pain. LOCKIE - Danielle (Elly). WATSON - Emily. To the family and friends of these two fantastic girls, I extend my heartfelt sympathies. The world is a darker place with their passing. Philip A. Dunstan, (Mr D). McCARTHY (nee Perks) Florence Aileen (Pearl). On September 17, 2014. Aged 92 years. Loved wife of Daniel John (dec). Loved mother of Glenys Thomas and Jennie Rose, loving grandma of Katrina, Daniel (dec), Vanessa, Patrick (dec), and Mathew. Proud great grandmother of 9. With her beloved husband Dan and grandsons Daniel and Patrick. Loved mother of Glenys Thomas, fabulous grandma of Katrina and David, Vanessa and Mark. Great grandma of Asher, Evan, Willow and Summer. May perpetual light shine upon her. Loved mother of Jennie Rose, mother-in-law of Lindsay (dec) and Peter. Wonderful grandma of Daniel (dec) and Joanna, Patrick (dec) and Cindy, Mathew and Lydia. Great grandma of Gabby, Bella, William, Lachlan and Jessica Pearl. Rest easy Mum. POLETTI (nee Mele) Gemma. 07.03.1924 - 20.09.2014 Dearly loved wife of Stan (dec). Much loved mother of Raymond and Heather, Lynda and John, John and Narelle, and Maria. Adored Nonna of Danny and Lea, Steven and Jen, Lisa and Dale, Paul and Jaymie, Tania and Chris, Carly and Andrew, Olivia and Adam, Elissa and Anna. Loving Great Nonna of Sienna and Isla, Sascha and Archer, Darcy and Frankie. Forever in our hearts. XX
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deaths POLETTI - Gemma. Loving sister-in-law of Nola and Archie (dec), Zia of Mario and Dawn, Robert and Lynn, Annette and Peter, Adrian (dec) and Linda, and their families. Our love and deepest sympathy to all of Gemma’s family. I will always remember our garden walks, Gemma loved her garden. We have you in our hearts, God has you in his care.
funerals CARLTON - A service to celebrate the life of Mr Charles James (Charlie) Carlton will be held at our Leongatha Chapel (cnr South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street, Leongatha) on Friday, September 26, 2014 commencing at 11am. Private cremation.
DUFFUS - A Thanksgiving Service to celebrate the life of Mrs Margaret Florence Duffus will be held at the Fish Creek Memorial Hall on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at 2pm. A private family interment will precede the above service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Monash Heart. Envelopes will be available at the service.
Locals star in cookbook A TALENTED cook from Wonthaggi and a labrador named Sultan from Foster will take centre stage at the Royal Melbourne Show this week.
Best selling author Liz Harfull brings to life stories from behind the scenes of the mysterious world of show cooking, in her book, The Australian Blue Ribbon Cookbook. The book captures the stories, secret tips and firstprize winning recipes of cooks from across the country, including 18 Victorians. Regional cooks featured in the book include Cheryl Russell from Wonthaggi. She is a member of the Showgirls group of women that meet in Wonthaggi to work on their show skills: craft, cooking, and growing flowers and vegetables. Sultan the Labrador was entered in the Foster Show’s popular pet competition by Eva and Graham Goldie. “Reflecting the natural talent of his breed, Sultan was signed up for the Champion Chewer event, which rewarded the fastest eater,” Liz explained. “He remained the undefeated champion for the next 10 years, even after being handicapped with twice as much food as any other dog. And along the way, because it proved so much fun to be participants in the show and not just spectators, he inspired the Goldie family to enter other sections. “Before too long they were joined by Genevieve and Jim Fahey. For the past 12 years the two enthusiastic families have been competing for their own private cup which goes to the family that wins the most prizes across the show. “It’s got to the point where there are four generations involved, with as many as 20 people competing across 50 classes.”
PENALUNA The Graveside Service for the late Mr William Edmund (Bill) Penaluna will be held at the Boolarra Cemetery on Friday, October 3, 2014 commencing at 1pm.
POLETTI - The Funeral Service (Prayers) for the late Mrs Gemma Poletti will be held at St Kevin’s Catholic Church, Meeniyan on Friday, September 26, 2014 commencing at 2pm. The funeral will leave at the conclusion of Prayers for the Meeniyan Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Prom Country House, Foster. Envelopes will be available at the service.
Keeping skills alive: Cheryl Russell from Wonthaggi and fellow members of the Showgirls.
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Top dog: Sultan and a trophy from the Foster Show. Photo: Jan Gallacher.
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Students tackle teachers FRIDAY was a fun final day of term at the Leongatha Primary School that celebrated the end of its Lunchtime Support Season with a football extravaganza featuring student versus teacher football matches and pie and sauce lunch.
Lunchtime Support runs right through term three and sees 320 students play footy each week. Local football clubs as well as the Melbourne Demons provide generous support with equipment, visits and giveaways and the students contest the Demon’s Cup. To wrap up the term each grade also has a Brownlow count. The football development manager for AFL Gippsland, Chelsea Caple, said physical education teacher Ben Soumalis, better known to many as the Seniors’ football coach at the Inverloch-Kongwak Football Netball Club, has
been nominated by AFL Gippsland as the School Football Ambassador of the Year for his great initiative in getting children involved in the game.
Right, Yum pies: from left, Sienna Goldsmith, Grace Guy and Ava Brown enjoy their classic footy food during their footy day on Friday. Below, Great stuff: Gerard Bashaw, Xavier Lamers and Kyran Friebe show their support for the teachers in the footy match against the students.
Student power: clockwise from left, Daniel Sturtevant, Jasper Dennison, Toby McLean and on the bottom of the pack, nailed to the ground, Nick Eddy.
Top parrots soar TOM Marriott and Nick Nagel have been named in the Gippsland League football Team of the Year. Class act: Kasie’s selection for the Netball Team of the Year was popular with supporters.
Class netball act KASIE Rump of Leongatha Football Netball Club was named wing defence in the Gippsland League’s Netball Team of the Year.
Kasie has had kind words from many quarters since the announcement and is overwhelmed by all of the attention.
Long service: a proud Marg Barter with her award for service to the Leongatha Football Netball Club.
Fine service MARG Barter received the Joe Hutchinson memorial award in recognition of her services to the Leongatha Football Netball Club.
While Nagel was a little surprised he said, “It is good to get recognition by the league for the effort you have put in.” Nagel, who lives in Coburg, has just finished a degree in accountancy and is looking to begin his career in that field. Like his team mate Marriott, who lives in Ivanhoe and travels to work at Polaris Industries in Derrimut where he works in marketing, was more preoccupied with the poor outcome to the Parrot’s year than his own acclaim. “We had a bad year but it was good to get this recognition from the league,” said Marriott. Nagel and Marriott will be part of a group of 17 Parrots heading to Adelaide for an end of season trip. Both are excited by the news of Beau Vernon’s return to the club as coach. “Beau completely deserves it,” Nagel said. “Hopefully he can bring some new players with him and turn the club around.
“It is awesome news.” Tom Marriott said, “He has a lot of respect around the club.” Morwell’s Adam Bailey won the Trood Award and Rodda Medal as Best and Fairest in the Gippsland League Senior competition.
Bailey is the first Morwell player to win this award for 29 years. With 20 votes Bailey won from Wonthaggi ruckman Earl Shaw who scored 17 and fast finishing Moe half back Lloyd Williams, who also scored 17.
A quality bunch: a rapt Daniel Anderson proudly displays his number 8 jumper signed by his team mates.
Special kids AT the Junior Parrots presentation evening on Friday 6, Daniel Anderson who kicked 11 goals for the season in the Central Gippsland Junior Football League competition, including one in the grand final victory over Trafalgar, was presented with his number 8 jumper signed by all of his team mates.
Recognition: from left, Nick Nagel and Tom Marriott after hearing the announcement they are inclusions in the Gippsland League’s Team of the Year.
A student at the South Gippsland Specialist School, Daniel will not be playing on next year although he is likely to remain involved in the club and the team of boys he went to primary school with. Daniel’s mother Sally described the Under 14s team as a quality bunch of boys who have been a tremendous encouragement to Daniel.
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Junior Parrots’ champions rewarded THE Leongatha Football Netball Club presented awards to its most outstanding Junior footballers on Friday, August 29.
Under 13’s: back row from left, Warren Littlejohn (Coach), Mitchell Bentvelzen (Best and Fairest), Mason McGannon (Best and Fairest runner-up), and Jacob Lamers (Most Improved). Front row from left, Adrian Ballagh (Encouragement), Will McDonald (Encouragement), Luke Stothart (Most Disiplined), and Tim Boler (Encouragement).
Under 12’s: back row from left, Sean Coleman (Encouragement), Tome Collins (Encouragement), Kyah Clarkson (Best and Fairest runner-up), Stuart Bright (Most Disiplined) and Royce Patterson (Best and Fairest). Front row from left, Luke Boyle (Encouragement), Jasper Dennison (Most Improved), and Liam Deering (Encouragement).
Toora Juniors celebrate the 2014 season Under 14’s: back row from left, Sam Benra (Encouragement), Ben Perry (Best and Fairest runner-up), Riley Coleman (Most Improved), and Jack Yates (Most Disiplined). Front row from left, Dylan Clark (Encouragement), Cam Olden (Best and Fairest), Charlie Preston (Encouragement), and Dougie Mancarella (Encouragement).
Inverloch Kongwak’s junior awards CLUB president Russell Miller was justly upbeat given the club’s five premiership flags for the season with all four netball teams victors on grand final day and the U13 football team bringing home the fifth.
Right, Junior Club Person: Alex Burke. Below, Under 13 Netball: from left, runner-up Sophie Bolam; Best and fairest Millie Sadler; and Coaches Award Juliette Townsend (absent).
THE Toora Football Netball Club Juniors celebrated their season on August 22.
A new and special award for the best junior club person, named The Robyn Stone Award after the woman who has devoted more than 50 years to the club, went to Alanna Dessent. The football and netball club would like to thank all players, coaches, officials, umpires and scorers as well as anyone else who contributed on Saturdays, and to the club.
Outstanding: the inaugural Robyn Stone Award recipient for best junior club person, Alanna Dessent with Robyn Stone.
U15 Awards: Most Improved, Lauren Mason; runner-up, Brooke Roberts; Best and Fairest, Elli Clavarino; Coaches’Award, Kate Jenkins.
Under 17 Netball: from left, runner-up Lucy Mulqueeny; Best and Fairest Hannah Sparkes; and Most Improved Claire Wylie.
Under 18 Football: back row, from left, Coaches’ Award Mitch Woods; Most Improved Bertie Paxton; Most Consistent Ben Barron; equal Best and Fairest Max Burton; Most Determined Nic Anderson; and Best Team Man Tom Miller. Front row from left, runner-up Tom Taylor; equal Best and Fairest Corey Casey; and Best In Finals Tanner Kram (absent).
U13 Awards: from left, runner-up, Chloe MacPhail; Best and Fairest, Madison Roberts, Most Determined, Samara Beaton; and Most Improved, Mikayla Lewis.
Fourths Awards: back row from left, Umpires’ Award, Jordan McDonald; Most Improved, Dylan Angwin; Coaches’ Award, Liam Lidstone; Team Player Award, Joe Platt. Front row from left, Best and Fairest, Tristan Koolen; runner-up, Ashley Hewson; Best First Year Player, Oscar Cashmore.
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SPORT | GOLF SATURDAY’s Stableford competition was held in ideal spring conditions with the course in excellent condition. Club president Chris Leaver, playing off nine, had an excellent score of 39 points to take out the A Grade event. B Grade went to Sam Hughes (23) with 32 points and James Keritz (28) took out C Grade with 30 points. NTP: Chris Leaver on the fourth, Trevor Rickard on both the seventh and 14th. Barry Stevens hit an excellent shot to be within a metre on the 16th. DTL: A. Sparkes, G. McDonald, D. Vorwerg, P. Brownlie, P. du Plessis, S. McKinnon, B. Stevens, T. Rickard, P. Hobson, M. Stubbs, S. Harry, B. Hutton, P. Stivic, D. Clemann, G. Wilson-Browne, K. Wardle and B. Attwood. Tuesday’s Stableford competition was won by Peter Waters (18) with 36 points. NTP: Geoff McDonald on the fourth, Andy Bassett on the seventh, John Eabry 14th and Colin Bear 16th. DTL: Michael Thomas, Norm Hughes, Geoff McDonald, Keith Finney, Barry Stevens, Colin Bear, Alan Edney, Ian Murchie and Russell Wil-
liams. Thursday’s Stableford competition was the first round of the Thursday Championship with Norm Hughes (13) leading the way and taking the A Grade event with 38 points. Neil McKenzie (20) had 34 points to win B Grade and Peter Hobson (24) took out C Grade with 33 points. NTP: Chris Leaver on the fourth, Allan Adcock on the seventh, Dave Vorwerg 14th and Michael Thomas 16th. DTL: Mark Warby, Doug Clemann, Peter Brownlie, Andrew Smith, Peter Walsh, Jon Smith, Peter Hartigan, John Eabry, Al Sperling, Geoff Maher, Arthur Nilsson, Peter Horman, Frank Smedley and Keith Finney.
Leongatha Ladies UNFORTUNATELY, due to wintery conditions, the ladies finished their Wednesday golf after playing just nine holes. Although there were some fine breaks, wind, showers and some hail were enough to deter the women from continuing their round of golf. This was the third round of the Wardle Par, with the second round being cancelled in June due to inclement weather. As only nine holes were
played, a decision will be made as to when the other round will be played. Dot West kindly donated lovely plants and golf socks for the trophies. Division One (0-21) was won by Lee Clements (13) with -1 and runner-up was Heather Grist (19), with -2 on a countback from Norrie Little (21). Carie Harding (25) won Division 2 (22-45) with -1. Jenny Blackmore (43) was runner-up finishing -2 on a count-back from Beryl Brown (25). No nearest the pins. Balls Down the Line went to Norrie and Beryl. Next Wednesday there is a time sheet for the 18-hole Doris Chambers Foursomes event. Contact Lee if you are not on the draw but would like to participate. The winning pair will compete in the State Final at Long Island on October 24. Four women from our club played in the SGWGA Seniors’ Championships at Leongatha Golf Club last Friday. Congratulations to Judy Webb who had a nearest the pin on one of the Par 3s. Last Saturday conditions underfoot were quite heavy in places due to more rain through the week.
Seven ladies played in the Stableford competition. Well done to Lee Clements (13) who had another win, with 33 points. Judy Webb (17) was runnerup with 30 points and also had a nearest the pin on the temporary par three on the fourth. Chris Rickard had a NTP on the 13th. Thank you to the women who were able to assist in the gardening working bee last Monday and to all those involved in catering for the Darts Dinner on Saturday evening. Much work goes on behind the scenes for these events with many people contributing in various ways; all of which is greatly appreciated. Monday afternoon there will be a nine hole competition with members and non-members most welcome. A time sheet is in the foyer so add your name to the list if you are able to participate. A reminder of the Saturday competition on September 27 with a shot gun start at 10.00 am which allows golf to be finished in time to watch the AFL Grand Final. This can be viewed at the clubhouse on the big screen from 2pm, with food available. All are welcome with tipsters eligible to have a pie and
a drink. There will be an afternoon of entertainment on Sunday, September 28th, 1.30 to 4.30 pm, with the Hoffmans performing and afternoon tea provided. Please contact David on 0408515622 if you would like to book a seat.
Korumburra THERE were 43 players on Saturday, September 20 for a stableford competition, with trophies by Matt and Eddy Hams. A Grade: N. Spargo (10 hcp) 37 pts, T. Marotti 36, L. Webster 35, P. Hopkins 35, T. Fowles 34, B. Clasby 34, T. O’Neill 33, P. Vanagtmaal 33, A. Brocklebank 33. B Grade: W. Hopkins (19 hcp) 34 pts, D. Gow 33 pts, E. Hams 33. Eagle: B. Hessels. Nearest the pin: 1st T. O’Neill, 7th D. Sorrell, 10th N. Spargo, 13th W. Hopkins.. Tuesday’s winner was M. Giles 36 pts and Thursday’s winner was T. Fowles 35 pts. Notices: Grand final day 10am shotgun start. Second round singles knockout to be played by Sunday, September 28.
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Great Aussie Putting Challenge THE quarter finals, semi finals, and final of the 2014 inaugural Aussie Putting Challenge at Leongatha Golf Club were played under lights at the club last Friday night. The final was contested by Jeff Brewer and Dan Poynton, with Jeff holding a three hole lead with four to play. Dan fought back gamely to square the match after 18 holes and force it into a sudden death playoff which he won on the 21st hole. Hyland Cup The final of the Hyland Cup knockout match play event at Leongatha Golf Club was completed this week between Michael Thomas and Ian Murchie. It was a very close match, with Michael Thomas winning
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the event on the 18 hole. Holden Scramble A qualifying round of
the Holden Scramble Ambrose competition was held at Leongatha Golf Club on Sunday.
Seventy six players contested the event sponsored by the Holden dealership in Leongatha.
Holden Scramble: from left, the winners with a nett score of 55.5, Brad Hines, Nick Shaw, Darren Read and Brock Fennell. They will go on to the regional final to be held at the Sandhurst Club in October.
Hyland Cup: from left, winner Michael Thomas and runner-up Ian Murchie.
Putting challenge: from left, the winner Dan Poynton with runner-up Jeff Brewer.
Enjoying a hit: from left, Ian Atcheson, Terry Charlton, Al McEachern and Peter Burgess, all of Leongatha, played a round at Woorayl Golf Club on Saturday.
Woorayl OUR two man ambrose was sponsored by Edney’s Nissan and the winners were Tim Burgess and Tom Ryan with a
net 64 from Ian Atcheson and Brendan Robjant. Balls to G. Maisey, DA Dwyer, Bo Fiek, J. Diaper, P. Burgess, T. Walters, W. Turner,
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M. Grist. Nearest the pins to Greg Fennell and Brian Hogan. The ladies winner was Ann Poole and the ball raffle went
to the Lim syndicate. On Thursday we have our meal and raffle night and Leongatha Holden will sponsor next week’s stableford.
A RAIN band spread through the region mid week bringing significant rainfall. The course understandably is quite wet and the greens are still recovering from the previous week. Tuesday, September 9 was a Men’s Stableford. No golf Thursday, September 11 was a Men’s Stableford. No golf Friday, September 12 and finally the weather relented, to allow some Stableford golf to be played. Bill Fuller made a welcome return to the club, notching up 19 points. ] That was good enough to win the competition, pipping Nev Thompson on a count back, also with 19 points. DTL: Nev Thompson, Lloyd McKenzie and Gary Phelan. NTP: Mark Bowden and John Mathers. Saturday, September 13 and fine weather greeted the reasonable sized field of players turning up for a 4BBB Multiplication Stableford event. The runaway winners on the day were Dave Hutchinson and Paul Spencer with an incredible 90 points. The next closest were 23 points shy. DTL: Noel Black and Col Pulham 67 points, Greg Cox and Terry Jewson 66 points, Jim Freeman and Nev Thompson 65 points and Peter Dight and Brian Blake 63 points. NTP: Noel Black, Tim Gash, Paul Spencer, Greg Cox and Peter Wright. Congratulations also to one of our new members Steve Barnes. Steve played his greatest ever round of golf on Saturday, scoring 47 points on his own. Well done Steve! Members and Golfers Draws The winner of the draw was Geoff Harris who unfortunately was not present to collect the $500. The draw will jackpot to $550 this coming Friday. The Saturday golfers’ draw was won by Russell McCallion who was not on hand to collect the $460; jackpots to $480 next
week. Owen Kindellan and Peter Wright were the winners of the card draw to collect the six packs of beer. Coming Events: Thursday, September 25, Stableford; Friday, September 26, Friday Friendly, Members Cash Draw 6:30pm – 8pm - $550; Saturday, September 27, Grand Final Day, Stableford – Shotgun Start @ 9:30; Saturday, September 27 – Golfers’ Cash Draw 5:30pm - $480; Tuesday, September 30 – Stableford.
Meeniyan SATURDAY’S A Grade winner with 34 points was W. Bullock (16) closely followed with 33 points by A. Kuhne (17) on countback. B Grade winner was J. Cusack (28) with 37 points followed by L. Cope (31) with 35 points. Balls: J. Wilson, R. Hannay, P. Wilson and G. Hughes – all with 33. Pro pin: W.Bullock NTP: P.Wilson. The member’s draw was taken home by P. Hutcheson. Tuesday saw D. McIntyre (16) win with 37 points. P. Johnston (14) was runner-up with 32. NTP: D. McIntyre. Best nine: J.Mortensen. Thursday’s event was won by R.McGeary (19) with 39 points. NTP: D. Gregg. Best nine: J. Cusack.
Mirboo North THURSDAY Stableford Winner: Paul Woodall (8) 34 points. DTL: J. Kus 33 points and R. Matthews 32 points. Saturday Stableford Winner: Mason Lont (15) 38 points. A GRADE: John Cutts (10) 37 points on count back. DTL: R. Matthews 37 points, B. Bradshaw 35 points, B. Pinner 34 points, I. Evison 33 points, S. Henning 33 points and G. Renwick 32 points on count back. NTS: fourth, S. Duff; sixth, G. Shandley; 13th, N. Whitelaw; 16th, J. Kus. NTP: second shot on first, R. Matthews.
Ladies winner: Maree Thompson (11) 31 points. Secret nine: M. Lont 22 points.
Wonthaggi ON Saturday, September 20 there were 76 players competing in a stroke event. A Grade winner was M. Scott 69 net, B Grade S. Sartori 70 net and C Grade B. Fennel 71 net. Balls down the line: P. Dell 69, J. McEachern, D. Vanagtmaal, D. Green 70; B. Clark 71, G. Crawford, R. Yan, I. Baker, D. Wilson 72; C. Jeeves, D. Tiley, R. Bolding, B. Vanagtmaal, I. Murrells, R. Johnson 73. Nearest the pin: 2nd S. Sartori, 8th J. Andrew, 13th D. Crellin, 17th D. Green. Eagle 7th hole: D. Green. This Saturday is AFL grand final day and we have a fourball shotgun start at 8am, so put your names down on the time sheet and I will allocate tees you are to hit off from. Well done to Shane Sartori, three wins in a row, what a great effort. Welcome back to golf great man. With the better weather now upon us I look forward to seeing you all on the course this Saturday, and in two weeks to contest our October monthly medal.
Woorayl Ladies DUE to the cold and wet weather we had a small field contest the novelty “Green Card” day of golf sponsored by Jo Fennell. However, those who played had an enjoyable day. Our winners were Ann Poole, Pauline Lancaster and Jo Fennell with 26 points. DTL: Ann Grist, Marg Tuckett and Inge Giliam with 24 points. NTP: Jo Fennell eighth, Pauline Lancaster 11th and 17th. We are hoping for better weather next week for our Guys and Dolls Day. Dolls please bring a plate of food to share. This day is sponsored by Evans Petroleum. Lady members don’t forget our AGM is on at 10am on Tuesday, October 14. Please come along.
Phillip Island pair take district fourball title SUNDAY saw the South Gippsland District Golf Association conduct its annual Fourball Championship at Korumburra Golf Club. A total of 23 pairs greeted the starter in absolutely picture perfect conditions. The Korumburra golf course, whilst a little soft underfoot was presented in very good condition. With the championship now reduced to an 18 hole event Phillip Island pair Mark Ritterman and Jeremy returned an excellent one under par 70 to win by three shots, Paul Wagner and James Fowler; Tyler Marotti and Travis Jones and Tom Sorrell and Daniel Poynton on 72. The B Grade scratch event was won by Korumburra Golf Club’s Ian Gibson and Grag Jones returning an excellent 80 off the stick to win by one stroke. The results of all other event were:
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18 holes scratch (K. MacDonald Shield): Mark Ritterman, Jeremy Westaway 69. 18 holes B Grade scratch: Ian Gibson, Greg Jones 80. 18 holes A Grade handicap: Tom Sorrell, Dan Poynton 61 net. 18 holes B Grade handicap: Ron Gallagher, Greg Wilson 65 on countback. 9 holes A and B Grade handicap (out): Chris McGeorge, Peter Van Agtmaal 32 on countback. 9 holes A and B Grade handicap (in): Eddie Poole, John Hassett 33 on countback. Nearest the pin: 1st Norm Burne, 7th Trevor Herbert, 10th Mick Colley, 13th Peter Bolt. Balls down the line: T. Sorrell, D. Poynton 61; A. Rosa, S. Kresojevic 64; E. Poole, J. Hassett 65; R. Gallagher, G. Wilson 66; D. Hislop, T. Fredericks 66; I. Gibson, G. Jones 66; T. Marotti, T. Jones 66; A. Hayes, G. Brennan 67; T. Fowler, P. Van Agtmaal 68; P. Wagner, J. Fowler 68; R. Spokes, B. Hessells 68; T. O’Neill, N. Perks 68.
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ON a cold wet night nine bowlers bowled at Buffalo with three pairs, and one triple team was selected. The first game saw Charlie Tumino and Joe Occhipinti combine well to beat Bill Wolswinkel and Joyce Occhipinti 18-4 and Rod McConchie and Graeme Tobias had a closer game against Toni Heldens, Mary Tumino and Peter Heldens, winning 8-5. Charlie and Joe continued with their good bowling in the second game with a 12-2 win over Toni and Bill narrowly won from Rod 9-8. Rod scored the first four ends against Charlie in the third game but a five to Charlie and Joe saw them catch up fast, however Rod hung on to win 13-8. Toni had her first win for the night against Bill 8-5. Overall winners on the night were Rod (WLW) 15 ends, next charlie (WWL) 13 ends, then Toni (LLW) 11 ends and fourth Bill (LWL eight ends. Social bowls at Buffalo hall 7.30pm Wednesday, all welcome.
Inverloch WEDNESDAY, September 17 Social Bowls was cancelled due to rain. The Wednesday mixed social bowls event will return next Wednesday, September 28, with a warm, fine day promised by the
Loch LOCH and District Bowling Club held its official season opening on Sunday, September 21. Our offical guest was Marj Pearson, the Strzelecki region representative to Bowls
bureau. Sign on by 11.30 for a 12.30 start. Saturday, September 20 was another warm up day for the Pennant season with Inverloch playing two inter-club matches. The First and Second divisioins played Yarra Glen at Inverloch and the remaining teams played Tarwin Lower, at Tarwin Lower. The Yarra Glen team was welcomed to Inverloch by Graeme (Doc) Pope, who used to play for Yarra Glen. The Inverloch team was welcomed to Tarwin Lower by John De Rooy, who used to play for Inverloch. The result at Inverloch showed a remarkably even match with a draw from 123 shots each after 21 ends (although Inverloch actually won on four of the six rinks). A great result for the visitors playing away from home. Yarra Glen bowlers will be welcome to play again at Inverloch whenever they wish. A different story down at Tarwin Lower where the home side won all but one rink, and there Trevor Scott’s team managed a draw. The Tarwin Lower club was as usual welcoming and organised and - result notwithstanding - a good time was had by all who participated. A barbecue followed at the expanding Inverloch Victoria. Marj opened our season by putting down the Jack and bowling the first bowl. We had a good attendance of members and visitors who enjoyed the sunshine and two eight
clubrooms prepared by cordon bleu chefs Cynthia Hensley and Joyce Arnold. The final pre-season match for Inverloch will be played at Wonthaggi for the Bunurong Shield on Saturday October 4. Inverloch members are reminded Thursday Bingo continues as usual although the clubrooms have been slightly truncated during building operations. And do not forget Happy Hour, 5pm to 6.30pm every Friday until meals resume on completion of the renovated and extended clubrooms. In addition to the usual raffles a member’s number is drawn and $20 prize presented to the winning member, who must be present to collect. If not in attendance, the winner’s cash jackpots to the following week. Two winners have missed out by their absence so the jackpot is currently $60. On Thursday, September 18 Inverloch hosted the Turkey Triples. The event attracted 20 teams playing three by 12 end games. Winners with19 points were Hans Olierook (S), Russ Taylor and Max Opitz. Runners-up with17 points were Aldo Sartori (S), Butch West and Rob Allen. Best Last Game with 14 up was won by the Inverloch team of Rob Howard, end games. The afternoon concluded with Marj Pearson presenting Patsy Polson and Maxine Crawford and Geoff Barber with Super Veteran badges. Many thanks to Marj for her attendance.
Special guest: from left, Marj Pearson Strzelecki region representative to Bowls Victoria, Geoff Barber and club president Alan Provis. Marj Pearson put down the first bowl of the new pennant season.
Brian Phillipson and Malcolm Marshall.
Mardan indoor IT has been three weeks since I last reported and it was nice to get back to bowling on a Wednesday night. It was nice to see Margaret Campbell has returned from her travels, and all the familiar faces who have been around through the winter months toughing it out in the cooler temperatures we’ve had this year. Last night saw 10 players hit the mats, two by three and two by two playing only six bowls. Ian Hasty tells me they used this format so that Nic can get away early. It certainly speeds up the games and supper at 9:30pm; unheard of! All the teams managed a win and a loss and at the tally of the score cards there were only five ends separating first from last and those teams who won the first games went down by a similar score in their second games, so overall a wellbalanced night for all. Runners-up with one win, 10 ends: Theresa Bateman, John McColl and Russell Grady (S). Winners with one win, 12 ends: Kristy Rutjens, Sebastian Terranova and Tony Allen-Clay (S). Well played everyone and come back y’all.
pennant practice take place with a 10.30am start. Wednesday, September 24 the monthly triples is schedules, however it is apparent at this stage more entries are required as soon as possible. Also a pennant practice has been arranged at Korumburra Bowls Club for Saturday, October 4 but again the club needs more names on the sheet in the clubrooms if this is to go ahead. The day will be a uniform day. Saturday, September 27 grand final day social bowls will take place with a 10am start, BYO lunch, and please bring a plate for afternoon tea as
you watch the grand final at the clubrooms. The treasurer has advised there are still 20 members who have not as yet paid their subs. Remember no pay, no play. Tuesday, September 30 will see the ladies pennant season begin, with Leongatha Division 1 ladies away to Wonthaggi and Division 3 away to Inverloch. Men’s pennant will commence on Saturday, October 11 with Division 1 teams away to Inverloch, Division 3 away to Inverloch and Division 4 away to Wonthaggi. Until the next report, good bowling ‘Jackhigh’.
Meeniyan WELL we are back in action for the new season with our opening dinner and bowls day been and gone and plenty of practise for pennant. Saturday, September 20 was our annual challenge against Mirboo North with the visitors holding the shield again with a four rinks to one victory. Next Saturday is our footy grand final day with a 10.30am start. Names for catering please and wear some of your football colours if you are game. Tuesday pennant begins on September 30 with division one at home to Inverloch. Our usual Saturday practice is on October 4 with pennant beginning the next week with both two and four home to Inverloch. To help the selectors please list your unavailability dates. Good luck to all three teams! Other events for October include Monthly Triples (Thursday 2), Ladies Invitation (Friday 3) Catered Fours (Monday13) and Three to Five Bankers triples (Thursday 30).
Tarwin Lower
Season opened: from left, Ladies president Thelma Sexton, Patsy Polson, Marj Pearson and Maxine Crawford.
Leongatha WEDNESDAY, September 17 saw the scheduled social bowls cancelled due to lack of numbers, but also again weather was against playing bowls. Saturday, September 20 saw a medium field of bowlers take to the greens for the social bowls and the winners on the day was the pair of Rod Jackson (s) and Anne Lye with three wins plus 19. Runners-up were Alan Easterbrook (s), John Richards and George Witherow with three wins plus 15. Tuesday, September 23 will see our ladies’
THE weather is getting better and so are our Tarwin bowlers. Ladies had an excellent practice match with Inverloch bowlers last Tuesday. This was then followed with Tarwin’s Six Person Medley Day tournament on Thursday 18. The winning team from Phillip Is-
Friendly bowl: from left, Don Paterson, Glenice Emmerson, Robert Young and Delma Dean, all of Leongatha, enjoyed their bowls at Leongatha Bowls Club on Saturday afternoon. land was Wendy Braun, Pat Davis, Val Wallace, Paddy Francis, Maureen Oates and Evonne Clode. The runners up were the Wonthaggi team consisting of Eira Thomson, Ann Green, Rja Stewart, Sue Hamilton, Sue O’Connell and Lorraine Staines. Well done ladies. Last Friday saw the start of our lucky member’s draw. Terry was the first member drawn but unfortunately he was not present at the club, so next week’s prize is now doubled. Remember you must be at the club on the night to claim the prize. Saturday Pennant practice against Inverloch has set the scene for a successful season. All Division Five teams recorded wins with the team of Robyn, Robb, Graeme, and Reg having the best result. John and Terry led their teams to solid wins. Division Three had two wins and a draw with the team of Arthur, Michael C, Fred and Mick leading the way with Paul’s team not far behind. Peter T’s team had a great tussle against Trevor Scott’s team with Scotty having a stand out game for Inverloch (not bad for 84 years young). Next Saturday’s practice game is at home against Fish Creek on October 4.
TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90
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And the winner is...soccer L E O N G AT H A Knights’ players from the Under 16, Women’s and Senior Men’s teams gathered at the Town Cricket Club rooms to celebrate a great year and recognise key achievements. The Don Morris Memorial Trophy recognising the contribution of someone selflessness, sportsmanship and a community spirit and went to James (Hagrid) Wearne and Sam Wearne. Despite having no children involved in the club this year, James and Sam committed to running the canteen at every home game and were always the friendly faces who greeted people in the clubrooms. Under 16s coach Glenn Bainbridge presented the best and fairest award to James Kelly. James’ efforts in the tail end of the season saw him leap ahead of second placed Ethan Bath on points. Recipient of the coach’s award, Karli Blunden, was recognised for her commitment to the team and the sport, travelling significant distances to train and play. Darcy O’Connor, coach
of the women’s team congratulated all of the ladies on a fun and successful season. In a show of consistency, last year’s best and fairest, Mimmie Ng, took the honours again and last year’s runner-up, Kim Kirkus, came in second again. Mr O’Connor also recognised newcomer Tegan Freeland with the coach’s award and Tammy McCaughan as most improved. Senior coach Brett Hamm spoke of how after a shaky start to the season, teamwork, commitment and a sense of fun saw the team perform better towards the tail end of the season. One of it’s biggest successes was a draw against old rivals Korumburra, which upset Burra’s chances of making the finals. Brett presented his coach’s award to retiree Jason Cooke for his contribution and leadership, not only on the field but to the club in general. The club best and fairest was presented to Stu McNaughton. As a committee member, Stu had to be removed from the vote counting proceedings when it became apparent he was a candidate to win.
The coaches, players and supporters wish to thank the Knights committee, led by Lorcan Heneghan, for its commitment to the club and look forward to an exciting and successful 2015. Earlier in the day the club welcomed all junior players to present medals and awards to the Under
7’s, 9’s 11’s and 13’s. With record numbers of juniors this season, the club rooms was packed as club president Lorcan thanked all parents and supporters for their efforts this season. All players were presented with participation medals and a soccer ball to keep them practicing their skills in the summer break.
Up and coming: coach of the Under 16 team, Glen Bainbridge with U16s Best and Fairest, James Kelly.
For the first time the Under 13’s received votes this year to determine the best and fairest award. After a spectacular season the winner on 27 votes was Curtis Rintoule. Unfortunately he was unable to be at the presentations but will receive his trophy at a later date. The Coach’s award was
presented to Shem Murphy for his consistent effort, great sportsmanship, leadership and positive attitude for the whole season. After a yummy barbecue lunch, wonderfully prepared by James and Sam, the most important game of the season commenced; the clash of the parents versus the children.
While there will be some sore and sorry old muscles getting around as a result, the smiles and laughter prove everyone was having a great time. With no whistle, no rules and uneven teams the final score was 8-7 to the children, but the winner on the day was soccer.
Community spirit: from left, Sam and James Wearne, winners of the Don Morris Memorial Trophy with club president, Lorcan Heneghan.
Searching for Aussie netball champions AUSTRALIA Post and Netball Australia are searching for local inclusion champions in the Australia Post One Netball Community Awards, with nominations closing in less than two weeks.
Parkrun: Bass Coast Shire Councillor Jordan Crugnale cuts the ribbon prior to the start of the run with Inverloch parkrun event director, Tony O’Connell.
Inverloch off and running MORE than 100 people participated in the launch of Gippsland’s first parkrun in Inverloch on Saturday, September 13.
Some 94 runners and walkers of all fitness levels and across a diverse age range from one to 75 years completed the free five kilometre timed run at Rotary Centenary Park. Inverloch parkrun event director Tony O’Connell was delighted with the turn out and is confident more will get on board as word spread throughout the community and amongst holiday makers. “It was great to see so many smiling people running and walking including our first international ‘parkrun tourist’ Nneka Okonta from New Zealand who completed her 100th parkrun right here in Inverloch.
“We have had so much support from local businesses and volunteers who are critical to the event’s ongoing success. “Parkrun is such a fantastic family to be part of and I can’t wait for next Saturday at 8am,” said Tony. Tony has been joined in the planning of the Inverloch parkrun by run directors Glenn Sullivan, Lynden Costin, Les Corson and Kat Denny. Glenn, who completed the course on Saturday said, “The course has magnificent views and the coastal path is excellent to run on. “The runners and walkers spread out over the entire length of the course so there was no issue with crowding, even with around 100 runners.” Inverloch local Thierry Rolland said, “There was a great atmosphere.
“It is refreshing to see so many different people involved and a real community event rather than a highly competitive one. “It’s a very handy location when you live in Invy. “I’ll be back!” The key to parkrun’s success is the timing technology. Runners register online and then print a barcode which is scanned at the end of each run and matched with the runner’s finishing time. All results are posted online so runners can compare their performance with their friends and against previous times. Inverloch parkrun is free to enter and starts with a briefing at 7:45 am and the run at 8 am every Saturday at Rotary Centenary Park on Ramsey Boulevard. For more information visit www.parkrun.com. au/Inverloch. Local residents who need assistance with event registration can contact Glenn Sullivan on 0457 823 741.
The Australia Post One Netball Community Awards recognise passionate coaches, umpires, players and volunteers across Australia’s netball clubs and associations who go above and beyond to make the sport of netball accessible to everyone and lead by example to inspire those around them. Kim Green, Australian Diamonds player and Australia Post One Netball Ambassador, said the awards were about celebrating local champions who share the love of netball with everyone and welcome new faces into their clubhouses. “Netball clubs and associations are the lifeblood of local communities, filled with passionate people promoting our sport and making it inclusive for everyone to take part, irrespective of their skill level, ability or background. “These awards will recognise these people from the sidelines to the centre circle and share their stories to inspire others to support more inclusive netball environments,” Kim continued. Australia Post Chief Marketing Of-
ficer Greg Sutherland said the Australia Post One Netball Community Awards would recognise and reward people whose work with netball clubs and associations is helping build better communities. “Netball plays an important part in the fabric of our communities and the One Netball Community Awards recognises those local leaders who extend the game’s reach and impact. They will help build awareness of the value of diversity.” Nominations are now open for individuals, netball clubs and associations who are actively creating positive change and inspiring others in the process. To nominate go to www.onenetball. org.au and tell us in 200 words or less how you, someone you know, your club or association are creating and supporting a more inclusive netball environment in your local community. Winners will receive a $500 Australia Post Load and Go gift card for personal use, $1,000 worth of Australia Post Load and Go gift cards for their netball club or association, a signed netball from the 2014 Australian Commonwealth Games gold medal winning netball team and a visit from an Australia Post One Netball Ambassador to their club or association. Winners will be announced on Monday, October 13.
Fighting hard: a commendable performance by Wonthaggi Power’s Aloysio Ferreira-Neto wasn’t enough to save the Gippsland League grand final match against Morwell.
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Mirboo North Football Netball Club awards
Thirds: from left, Paul Pratt (team manager and president of MNFNC), Zac Porter, Adam Miller, Kyle Campbell, Sam Pratt, Paul Hinkley, Josh Taylor (coach).
Seniors: from left, Daniel Taylor, Luke Palmer, Jake Nash, Damien Turner, Josh Taylor, Jack Robertson, Tim Traill, Paul Hinkley.
Fourths: from left, Marguerite Robb (Team Manager), Tom Reiske, Darcy Linforth, Wes Graeme, Riley Oddy, Kyle Wilson, Andy Taylor (Coach).
Reserves: from left, Jake Garde. Jimmy Grande and Dale Banks.
17 and Under: from left, Alice Pratt (coach), Emily Robertson, Sonia Giardina, Alyce Turnbull. 15 and Under: from left, Charlie Chila, Tylah Wilkins. Club Awards: from left, Steven Rogers, George Clarke Award: Jessica Holland.
A Grade: from left, Ebony Best, Alice Pratt, Emily Loh. C Grade: from left, Courtney Dyke, Stacey Holland.
D Grade: from left, Kirsty Koene, Haley Anderson, Laurie Bier.
B Grade: left, Steph Mueller, Katrina Pocklington, Louisa Pratt.
Special Award: Jan Koene, and newLife Member, Joe Koene.
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Zach off to Australian junior table tennis championships EIGHTEEN year old Wonthaggi Table Tennis Association member Zach Anstey is off to the Junior National Championships in Sydney from September 28 to October 4. This is the second year Zach has been selected in the National President’s team and Wonthaggi wishes him well. Zach has been playing at Coburg Table Tennis Association this year since he began his university course, but he is still registered with Wonthaggi. Zach played with Wonthaggi in the Country Championships in June and came home with two well earned medals. A Grade and A Reserve round one matches have been completed and team ladders and leading players for the round have been compiled. A Reserve results continue to surprise with the three leading players returning after an absence to turn the tables on long time players. This has made the matches each week extremely interesting and competitive. B Grade has played one match of the second round with Reptiles (Darcy Allamby, James Britt) remaining unbeaten.
Ladders A Grade Inverloch ................. 20 19 (88) Spitfires ................... 20 17 (86)
Combi’s ................... 12 15 (88) Daffodils .................. 12 15 (82) Hit it On ................... 12 15 (73) Number One ............... 4 12 (71) Sevens ........................ 4 12 (60) A Reserve Chettie’s Team ........ 24 31 (115) Ramp it Up.............. 16 27 (105) The Terrors ............. 12 28 (101) Tripper Snippers .... 12 25 (94) Juicy Legends........... 12 24 (87) First Timers Rock....... 4 17 (79) Smashers .................... 4 17 (70) B Grade Reptiles ..................... 24 22 (46) B.A.M. ...................... 16 18 (41) Bandicoots................ 12 16 (37) Premier Players ......... 8 12 (29) The The Dominators ... 8 10 (24) Vipers .......................... 4 12 (27)
Leading players A Grade Justin Licis ....................... 11 (46) Bruce Harmer ................... 11 (44) Michael Ede ..................... 10 (43) Case de Bondt .................... 9 (40) Dick Holwerda ................... 8 (38) A Reserve Paul Dwyer....................... 10 (34) Daniel Chetland ............... 10 (33) Sam Watson...................... 10 (31) Bryan Hoghton ................... 9 (30) Sean Michael...................... 9 (28) B Grade Rory Gow ......................... 10 (22) James Britt ......................... 9 (20) Archie Paxton..................... 9 (19) Hayden Brown ................... 8 (17) Max Duff ............................ 8 (17) Darcy Allamby ................... 7 (15)
Korumburra Volleyball ROUND 10 A Grade: Champions defeated Giants (2:0) 25:16, 25:21, 12:6; Golliwogs defeated Bugs (2:1) 25:14, 25:27, 14:16. B Grade: HELP defeated Shark Bait (2:1) 13:25, 25:16, 25:14; Panthers defeated Hopefuls (3:0) 25:17, 25:19, 25:16.
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Non-member: Janie Field claimed the trophy.
for 870 points. Second: Joe Gristi with an 880g silver trevally for 704 points. Third: Arthur Duck-
worth with a 800g silver trevally for 640 points. First non-member Janie Field with a 900g salmon for 450 points.
All days of the competition were lovely and sunny with barely any wind, and tide times perfect for a few hours out on the water. Saturday and Sunday saw a number of members putting their boats in for the first time this spring. All winning entries were caught from boats out on the inlet. It may have been Father’s Day, but the boys didn’t have it all their own way. First: Michelle Godfrey with a 1740g salmon
First place: Michelle Godfrey with her prize fish.
Out fishing: Joe and Arthur enjoy perfect conditions on the inlet.
• Leongatha tennis
All welcome to opening day ALL tennis players in the local district are encouraged to participate in the Leongatha Tennis Club’s opening day set for September 28. The club’s opening day is traditionally full of anticipation for the season ahead, with many players fine tuning their game before the real season begins on October 4. All neighbouring clubs are invited to attend along with both junior and senior players eager to get in some practice before the season. The club’s new president Glen Kleeven is looking forward to a bumper season ahead with a number of new recruits
and new teams coming to the club. Glen also made mention of the erection of new net poles and nets, a large scale project being carried out by willing volunteers, most notably Jim Newton, Warren Littlejohn and Mick Hemming. The new poles and nets look great and will be a real asset to the club in years to come. The opening day will commence at around 11am and continue into the afternoon during which a barbecue lunch will be available to players for a small cost. The club anticipates a big day and is crossing its fingers for some nice weather.
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Leongatha tops ladder ROUND NINE Spring Section One Wonthaggi Turkeys 3-53 defeated Inverloch Gold 3-50, Leongatha 4-52 defeated Wonthaggi Chooks 2-40. Ladder: Leongatha 53, Wonthaggi Turkeys 46, Inverloch Gold 36, Inverloch Silver 31, Wonthaggi Chooks 14. Spring Section Two Korumburra 4-48 defeated Foster 2-39, Wonthaggi Swans 3-52 defeated Wonthaggi Owls 3-34, Bena 4-51 defeated Inverloch 2-39, Phillip Island 6-60 defeated Nyora 0-24. Ladder: Phillip Island 50, Inverloch 47, Bena 45, Korumburra 44, Foster 39, Wonthaggi Swans 28, Nyora 21, Wonthaggi Owls 14. Spring Section Three Inverloch Yellow 4-54 defeated Wonthaggi 2-48, Inverloch Blue 4-52 defeated Grantville 2-36. Ladder: Inverloch Blue 47, Inverloch Pink 46, Inverloch Yellow 32, Wonthaggi 30, Grantville 25. Spring Section Four Fish Creek drew Phillip Island, Leongatha drew Wonthaggi District. Ladder: Fish Creek 46, Phillip Island 43, Leongatha 34, Wonthaggi 19.
Above, Second: Joe Gristi’s top fish. Left, Third: Alan Duckworth in top three.
• Leongatha table tennis
’Gatha got talent THE ladder remains very tight in A Grade as seven teams continue to jostle for ladder position second to eight.
There is just one game the difference and a small number of points separating the very even sides. On Tuesday night the club welcomed a well known table tennis identity Case DeBondt. Case is a life member of the club who in his busy tournament attending schedule, came in to play as a fill-in. It was great to see him. The club has two talented young juniors creating a tornado of their own. Jack Couper has risen through the ranks quickly. He now is winning games against people who were training him. The smile on his face on those occasions can only be described as a smiling assassin. As Jack continues training and if he continues to improve at the current rate, look out A Grade players. The other wind torrent young talent is Jordan Do. He is being mentored by Michael Grist, a great table tennis talent in his own right. Michael has so much confidence in Jordan’s
raw ability that he has requested in the absence of a team member or a number three player, the competition organisers call Jordan to fill in for A Grade. What a great honor to be singled out and invited up into the A Grade section. Wednesday’s B Grade section arrived at the clubrooms and they’re suddenly aware strangers are about. The club along with Gippsport were trying to produce a quality recorded advertisement. As the B Grade session continued so did the recording. Satisfied with the amount of video taken, the paparazzi packed up and left. The final edited copy will be displayed on the club’s Facebook page and on the Gippsport website. A big thank you to the players who took part in the recording, you stars! And thank you to everyone for their patience. Results A Grade (Sept 16): Aliens 6-23 d MMK 5-20, T Birds 9-29 d Guinea Pigs 2-12, 4wards 7-21 d sdraWkcaB 4-16, Holy Grail 6-20 d Hopefuls 5-18, JAM 6-19 d Dodgers 5-17. A Reserve (Sept 17): SKJ 8-23 d CEM 3-16, Uchiha 6-20 d JBJ 5-19,
Titans 6-23 d No Name 5-16. B Grade: Hogs 2-6 d AJ’s 1-3, Jaffas 3-9 d Stingers 2-7, Vic Champs 2-6 d Batters 1-3, Dragon Balls 3-9 d Smarties 2-9. Ladders A Grade JAM ............................ 18-65-230 Dodgers ...................... 12-61-220 4wards ........................ 12-58-210 Hopefuls ..................... 12-58-206 MMK........................... 12-57-216 T Birds......................... 10-57-202 Aliens .......................... 10-55-197 Holy Grail ................... 10-50-179 sdraW kcaB ................... 4-46-182 Guinea Pigs ................... 0-39-143
Aggregate (top 8): Allan R. 27, Phil M. 25, Mark D. 25, Michael G. 25, Neil C. 21, Bryce H. 21, Trish D. 20, Dirk H. 20. A Reserve CEM ........................... 14-52-175 JBJ ................................ 8-43-160 No Names ..................... 8-41-152 Uchiha .......................... 8-41-152 Titans ............................. 6-35-132 SKJ ................................ 4-44-157
Aggregate (top 6): Chiran M. 21, Mathew O. 20, Jordan D. 19, Justin A. 19, Jackie P. 16, Jack C. 13. B Grade Hogs .............................. 12-27-89 Stingers......................... 12-21-70 Vic Champs .................. 10-19-61 Batters ............................ 6-14-44 AJs................................... 6-13-47 Jaffas ............................... 4-11-39 Dragon Balls ................... 4-10-34
Aggregate (top 5): Alfie H. 13, Aidan P. 11, Tim H. 9, James R. 9.
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Fish Creek’s night of nights THE season for the Fish Creek Football Netball Club was bought to an end on the weekend with the Senior Vote Count and Presentation Night held on Friday night and the Junior Vote Count and Presentation Night on Sunday night. C Grade Best and Fairest – Kelly Pruyn; Runner-up – Rachel Francis; and Best Player in the Finals – Kelly Pruyn. Congratulations to Kelly who also played her 250th match this season. B Grade Best and Fairest – Brodie Staley; Runnerup – Nadia Leunig; Coach’s Award – Amy Watkins; and Best Player in the Finals – Amy Watkins. Reserves football Best and Fairest – Sean Buckland; Runnerup – Isaac McCallum; Most Courageous – Ryan Nicoll; Most Consistent – Peter Mueller; Coach’s Award – John Bowron; Players’ MVP – Charlie Batten. A Grade Netball Best and Fairest – Hannah Flanders; Runner-up – Kara Wogan Browne; and Best in the
Finals – Hannah Flanders. Senior football Best and Fairest – Ashley Snooks; Runnerup – Travis Manne; Most Consistent – Brent Cooper; Most Determined – Shane Urbans; Most Improved – Michael Danckert; Coach’s Award – Gus Staley; Best First Year Player – Gareth Park; Best Player in the Elimination Final – Ryan McGannon; and Players’ MVP – Ashley Snooks. The final football award for the evening is the most sought after prize on offer at the football club, the FX Kerr Award and this year the award went to a couple who have been around the club for a long time and are both long term servants to the club. Year after year these two front up on the committee continually putting their hands up to run functions, campdrafts, international food nights and the list goes on. Neil and Veronica Park are very worthy winners of this award and we are grateful and lucky to have these two associated with our football netball club. Juniors: Under 13: Best and Fairest – Paris Rogers; Under 15: Best and Fairest – Breanna Byers; Fourths: Best and Fairest – Matthew McGannon; Under 17: Best and Fairest – Emma Watkins; Thirds: Best and Fairest – Bailey Harfield Park.
Reserves: G. Park, B. McGannon, R. McGannon, J Buckland, B. Mitchell, B. Harfield-Park, J. Flanders, L. Edgelow, G. Park, O.Straw, T. Redpath and G.Staley.
B Grade: from left, coach’s award Amy Watkins, Best and Fairest Brodie Staley, team manager Jodie Flanders, and runner-up and coach Nadia Leunig.
Winter night tennis winner all sorted ALLSORTS was comfortable overall winner of the Leongatha Winter Night Tennis competition. A very enjoyable season was held by all with minimal disruption to play from washouts. The club and players are now looking forward to the start of the 2014/2015 Summer Night Tennis competition played on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. We have three sections for the upcoming competition with Section One consisting of three players per team, each playing two
doubles matches and one singles. Sections Two and Three both comprise two men and two women, each playing a doubles and two mixed sets. Anyone interested in playing should contact Greg Marshman on 0417 373 588. Team entries are encouraged in Sections Two and Three, however, individuals are more than welcome to register their interest with Greg. Starting dates for this year’s night tennis season are October 14, 15 and 16. Best of luck to all players for the upcoming season.
Allsorts: from left, the Section One Winter Night Tennis competition winning team of Dave Noble, Rhonda Newton, Kelly Barter and Jarrad Hayward.
Seniors: Shane Urbans, Travis Manne, Ash Snooks, Dickie Cooper, Gus Staley, Gavin Park, Ryan McGannon and Reggie Hospkin.
FX Kerr Award: Neil and Veronica Park.
The best: from left, Senior’s Best and Fairest Ashley Snooks with coach Billy Clarke.
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Roughead Roughead ready for fourth fourth grand grand final “IT’S not every week you get to play in a grand final.” Jarryd Roughead has to pinch himself; one grand final is something, but four! And Roughead said, “It feels very good.” He appreciates all the best wishes from his home town Leongatha and has been getting text messages all
week. “I remember when I was a kid. “I know it is exciting for the town.” The key thing for Roughead when he talks about his form and preparing for next season, is consistency. Asked if this year has been his best yet, he said, “No it hasn’t. “This year has been pretty much the same as my last.
He rates his job as arguably one of the best in the world. “I’m lucky enough to be payed to run around on a football field. So in the context of the question about this being his best year yet, Roughead said, “I just want to stay consistent; I don’t want to get a big head.” And of course, he was ‘rubbed out’ twice in 2014 disqualifying himself
Vital player: Jarryd Roughead played an instrumental role in Hawthorn’s narrow three point win over Port Adelaide on Saturday with his six goals. Photos courtesy Herald Sun.
from Brownlow Medal contention. Of Saturday’s, grand final at the MCG, Roughead said, “Sydney has A Grade quality players right across the field. They finished the best team this year but we have a 50/50 chance and I hope we can win. Only four or five of the Hawks are grand final rookies. “Most of us have been here be-
fore so we know what to expect of the week with the parade on Friday and on game day itself.” Asked what advice he has for those team mates who have not experienced grand final week or run onto the MCG on Grand Final Day he said, “All you can say is enjoy your week. “It might never happen again.”
Star forward: Jarryd Roughead, in winning form on Saturday.
Running the trail INVERLOCH’S Michelle Harris placed third in the Open division of the two year old Surf Coast Century 100 kilometre trail running event on Saturday, September 13. Having never run in such a long race before Harris said it was not her place which was important it was her own personal goal to finish the race and finish in a good time. Finish the race she did and in a time of 10 hours and 50 minutes which Michelle was really thrilled with. The 200 entrants in the full 100 kilo-
metre race set out in near dark conditions at 6am from the Anglesea beach to tackle a mix of beach and Otway Ranges trails. Husband Simon and the couple’s two children, Chloe (7) and Riley (9), were at each check point along the route to make sure she was drinking plenty of water, to apply sunscreen and give her high-fives. Michelle describes herself as “just a mum with kids who likes to keep fit and healthy. “I have run my whole life and I have discovered a love for trail running.” Harris trained for six months on South Gippsland’s rail trails, on In-
verloch’s beach and on trails around Outtrim. She was lucky enough to have the company of some local girls along with her training on those cold, wet, dark and windy winter mornings. Living in Inverloch is like living a dream for Harris who grew up in Upper Beaconsfield but used to holiday in the seaside town. A recreation consultant with her own business she said she is passionate about sport and recreation and also takes spin classes at the gym. Harris admitted to being “a bit sore at the moment!”
South West Gippsland mid-week bowls THE South West Gippsland mid-week bowls group awarded Life Membership at it winter season break-up to Alma Bateson. The presentation was held on September 18 at the Corinella Bowling Club.
High five: from left, Kellie Emmerson, Amy Lamprecht and Michelle Harris on the winners’ dais of the 100 kilometre Surf Coast Century.
Life member: from left, secretary Terry Biddulph , newly presented Life Member Alma Bateson, and president John DeeRoy.
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Tigers defeat courageous Wonthaggi Power WONTHAGGI Power was defeated by Morwell in the Gippsland League grand final 55 to 37 at Morwell on Saturday.
Morwell captured its ninth premiership and first back-toback flags since 1952-53 when it defeated a courageous Wonthaggi team in an entertaining, close, low scoring contest that was still in the balance well into the final quarter. Conditions were perfect for the big day at Morwell and
a good sized crowd turned out to witness what was always expected to be a hard, tough game. Interestingly this was only the second time these two clubs have met in a Senior finals match. Power went into the game clearly as underdogs; a young, spirited group of players looking forward to the challenge against the league’s top club Morwell. It was one win apiece during the season but Morwell, the reigning premiers, had the greater experience and the ob-
Best on ground: Morwell’s Ashley Close shows his medals, including best on ground, after the Gippsland League grand final on Saturday.
Grand final: a great performance by Wonthaggi Power’s Aloysio Ferreira-Neto, tackled here by Morwell’s Joel Soutar, wasn’t enough to clinch Wonthaggi Power the Gippsland League grand final at Morwell Recreation Reserve.
vious final’s experience. On the other hand Wonthaggi had shown its fighting spirit, heart and never give in qualities by storming into the final in a record breaking effort in the preliminary final. These were the best performing defensive teams in the competition so it would predictably come down to who was more efficient through the middle, the delivery of the ball under pressure and who could stick to the team plan. The match ups would be well worth watching. Last year the final was virtually over by half time with Morwell going on to win the big one by some 81 points over Sale. Wonthaggi was determined to stay in the contest and take up the challenge at every opportunity. Wonthaggi’s own Holly Forsyth opened proceedings before the big game with a rousing rendition of the National Anthem and all was set for this much anticipated contest. As it turned out goals were hard to get with the dominance of the strong defence on top from the first bounce. The strong tackling and intensity of both sides early set the tone for the game and this was maintained through to the end. Neither side was prepared to allow the other team an easy possession and this resulted in a high number of stoppages which kept the umpires busy. Both sides went in hard early in the first quarter trying to put their stamp on the game. Morwell was getting greater numbers to the ball and a free kick to experienced Tarkyn Lockyer gave them the first goal for the day. Jack Blair, Aaron Ware, Aiden Lindsay and Michael Kelly were doing well for the Power across the midfield with ruckman Earl Shaw giving the team first use of the ball but Wonthaggi was only managing points when goals were needed. Down back the ever reliable Chris Wylie, Byron Dryden, Matt Coyne and Shannon Bray were combining strongly to keep out the dangerous Tiger forwards. Tiger defenders Michael Duncan, coach Harmit Singh and Rob Michaelides were in turn putting pressure on the Power forwards while Tim Ryan, Adam Bailey, Lockyer and Ashley Close were busy midfield and into attack. With only four points in the game at the end of the first quarter Wonthaggi had settled and had handled the initial burst from the Tigers. Morwell continued to look dangerous into the second quarter but was missing chances up front until Lockyer got his sec-
Young fans: from left, Asha McMahon of Cape Paterson and Eva Brown and Nathan Tack of Wonthaggi enjoyed seeing their team play a grand final in Morwell.
ond goal from a great snap. Shaw and Tom Crosby were having a good battle in the ruck as the game moved between the half back lines. Dangerous forward Dean McDonald goaled for the Tigers and when Ben Kearns goaled they looked like drawing away on the scoreboard. A great pass from Bray to youngster Toma Huther brought up Power’s first gaol in a game of real pressure and tactics with some heavy tagging and tackling. Dom O’Connor goaled from a free kick to bring Wonthaggi closer but Hutchison goaled to give Morwell back a handy three goal lead at half time. Again the crowd was enjoying the intensity of the game. Morwell had applied a lot of pressure but Wonthaggi was not intimidated, had absorbed everything thrown at it and was ready to take the game on. At half time young Wonthaggi footballer Lecki Asa Leausa won the special 100 metre sprint event, the Dash For Cash, much to the pleasure of the Wonthaggi supporters, warming them up for the second half of the senior game. The difference between the two sides at this stage was Morwell’s ability to hit its targets better than Power and Wonthaggi would have to lift to stay with Morwell as it was playing with confidence. A goal off the ground to the dangerous Lockyer pushed the lead out further and the game could easily slip away. However, Lindsay, Joel Liddle, Eli Richards and Kelly in particular continued to work hard under this pressure to keep the side competitive. Nathan Jones goaled but McDonald replied on the run to maintain the lead. Kelly got one for the Power from a great snap to round off what had been an even quarter, however, it still trailed by 18 points and the pressure was clearly on Wonthaggi. Morwell’s Joel Souter, Close, Lockyer, Bailey and Ryan were still very busy around the packs and provided
consistent drive for the team. It was game on. There was no doubting Power’s ability to keep running and take the game on. It would not be giving in without a fight. Richards used his pace around the ground to set up opportunities for the forwards and Wonthaggi was now pushing Morwell all the way. Bray was strong across the half back line and he also was providing plenty of drive into the midfield. Wonthaggi just couldn’t find the goals with some shots narrowly missing, including two that hit the post. The pressure was building
even further and Wonthaggi was showing some very positive signs. When Richards goaled Wonthaggi found itself down by only 10 points and the crowd was rallying behind the underdogs. But Morwell was not about to give up its lead with Mannon Johnston goaling late to secure its precious lead and ultimately victory by 18 points. It had been a hard fought win in a terrific game. Morwell had gathered a handy lead at half time by outscoring Wonthaggi by 18 points and had kept that lead safe in a very even second half.
Whilst Morwell had deservedly won the premiership again there was a lot to like about Wonthaggi’s performance this season, a point made humbly by retiring Morwell coach Harmit Singh in his acceptance speech. He acknowledged the respect between the two clubs and the terrific effort of the young Wonthaggi team lead by coach Rob Railton. Wonthaggi has been rewarded for its hard work in the Gippsland League since returning and is quickly positioning itself for success on grand final day in the near future. Bring on the footy in 2015.
Put down: Morwell’s Dean MacDonald puts Wonthaggi Power’s Shannon Bray on the ground during the Gippsland League grand final at Morwell Recreation Reserve on Saturday.
GRAND FINAL SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 SENIORS Morwell 8.7.55 d Wonthaggi Power 5.7.37 Morwell goals: T. Lockyer 3, D. MacDonald 2, B. Kearns 1, D. Hutchison 1, M. Johnston 1. Morwell best: A. Close, T. Lockyer, T. Ryan, R. Michaelides, J. Soutar, M. Duncan. Wonthaggi Power goals: E. Richards 1, M. Kelly 1, T. Huther 1, D. O’Connor 1, N. Jones 1. Wonthaggi Power best: S. Bray, B. Dryden, E. Shaw, M. Kelly, C. Wylie, J. Liddle.
Aiming high: from left, Morwell’s Tom Crosby and Wonthaggi Power’s Earl Shaw vye for the ball in Saturday’s Gippsland League grand final at Morwell Recreation Reserve.
Defeated: from left, Wonthaggi Power’s Travis Krause and Shannon Bray after losing the Gippsland League grand final to reigning premiers Morwell.
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Super Dyson DYSON Heppell and girlfriend Kate Turner, also from Leongatha, made a glamorous couple arriving for the Brownlow Medal count at Melbourne’s Crown Towers last night. The awards keep mounting for the Leongatha home grown AFL superstar in what is becoming an impressive string of honours. On Tuesday, September 9 he was named captain, for the sec-
ond year in a row, of the 22under22 side announced by the AFL players’ association. At the same function he came fourth in the Leigh Matthews Trophy, the association’s Most Valuable Player of 2014 award, behind Fyffe, Ablett and Franklin. On September 16 he was named in the prestigious 2014 AFL All Australian Football team. Last night was the Brownlow Medal count and there is still more
to come; the Essendon Football Club counts votes for its best and fairest to award the Crichton Medal on Wednesday, October 1. Dyson’s partner Kate, looked stunningly beautiful as the couple arrived at Crown Towers and one detail set her apart from most walking the red carpet wearing outfits worth thousands; the 21 year old was wearing a $250 dress from Target. Now that is impressive.
Above, Stylish: Dyson Heppell’s partner, Kate Turner, wore an off the rack dress to the Brownlow Medal ceremony. Right, Honours: awards for a stella year keep rolling in for Dyson Heppell.
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