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Argh! LEONGATHA’S Elana and Justin Abicare showed their best pirate faces at Coal Creek’s Pirate Day on Sunday. Around 700 people attended the event at the Korumburra community park and museum, many seizing the chance to dress in pirate costume. Read more on page 6. Don’t forget to attend the Coal Creek Literary Festival this Saturday, at the park.

Police swoop Abuse squad to target sex, child crime By Tayla Kershaw MORE reports of sexual assault and child abuse are expected in South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires, in the wake of a new police unit in the area. Two officers from Morwell’s Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) are now based in Wonthaggi, as part of a four-month trial. Police are already responding to lo-

cal abuse cases faster, Inspector Graeme Sprague said. SOCIT Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Gye was unable to provide statistics about whether sexual and child abuse cases had risen and prompted the need for a presence in Wonthaggi. Police media however confirmed general assaults had increased by 23.1 per cent over the past financial year in the Bass Coast Police Service Area, which covers Bass Coast and South Gippsland shires.

“We believe the initiative will make a difference because many people prefer to report face to face and are unwilling to make the trip to Morwell,” Det Snr Sgt Gye said. “I have no doubt it will be ongoing after the pilot. We will review it as we go.” The two officers will be based at Wonthaggi full-time, and have their own vehicle and are fully resourced. Inspector Sprague said the community would benefit by having specialised

officers close by. “The trial will help eliminate lost time in travel. It will also be good for them to pass on their expertise to our members and help us provide a broader service for our community,” he said. SOCIT officers have worked on a part-time basis with the Bass Coast Criminal Investigations Unit at Wonthaggi in the past. SOCIT Detective Senior Sergeant Trevor Vondrasek said, “Sexual assault and child abuse are horrific crimes with

devastating impacts, and generally they are some of the most under reported person crimes in Victoria. “What I want to say to victims and those close to them is our detectives are specially trained to deal with children and those with special needs, such as disabilities and impairment. “They have the skills to investigate complex sexual offences and child abuse, including detecting and prosecuting persons attempting to groom or exploit children sexually.”

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Canine beach bans may return INVERLOCH residents have mixed feelings about the potential return of dog walking restrictions.

Bass Coast Shire Council banned dogs from Inverloch’s beaches from 9am6pm from December 2013 until April this year. While dog owners were angry, other residents believed the restrictions helped preserve the environment and made beaches safer for children. However, for Inverloch resident Barbara Healey, the dog restrictions caused safety issues for her and her family. Living in Surf Parade with no appropriate footpath and not able to walk on the beach during the day, Ms Healey and her dog were forced onto the road. “We had to walk along the road to get into town when we’d usually cut across the beach,” she said. “I was abused by drivers and the trees made it more dangerous because of the lack of visibility. If these

restrictions come back, council will have to trim the trees before someone gets killed.” Safety issues did not end on the road. The designated off-leash area for Surf Parade residents was the Abbott Street beach, which is covered in rocks and slippery. “It’s so dangerous and on a sign you have to crane your neck to see it says ‘this beach is slippery and unsafe’,” Ms Healey said. “This is a lawsuit waiting

to happen.” Ms Healey said restrictions were too long and council should only restrict dog access to beaches during school holidays. Council held a public forum at the Inverloch Community Hub on Monday, September 22. Residents were invited to express their views as council tries to find a solution that suits everyone before summer. Liz Broeren is a new resident to Inverloch and brought her two dogs with her.

“We moved here to enjoy the lifestyle. I believe if we pay rates, we should be able to enjoy the beach,” she said. “It feels like these restrictions are for visitors, not for the community.” The forum was attended by council mayor Neil Rankine, CEO Paul Buckley and Townsend Ward Cr Jordan Crugnale. “I feel incredibly privileged to live in a place of such remarkable beauty and I want to preserve it,” Cr

Crugnale said. “I did not go in local parliament with a vendetta against dogs.” The next stage of the consultation process will entail dividing the public into groups with the same views. This will occur after the school holidays. Mr Buckley assured the public council was not endeavouring to take away basic freedoms, but wanted to find a way to make the beach accessible for all people.

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“The RET is simply unsustainable as it forces all of us to pay millions more for electricity to subsidise everything from solar hot water systems to wind farms and solar power stations,” VFF president Peter Tuohey said. “We’ve got rid of the carbon tax, now let’s get rid of the RET.” The Australian Wind

“I think the VFF’s decision to call for the RET to be scrapped is based on ideology rather than future needs,” he said. “They are looking at threats, rather than opportunities. The RET is integral to energy innovation and the adoption of renewable energy concepts, and it appears it was starting to work.” Mr Marriott said all businesses, including agriculture, faced higher electricity costs. “If you take away the RET, which is facilitating the development of renewable energy, those costs will continue to increase,” he said. “Globally, we are turning more towards more renewable energy and Australia has a good role to play in energy production, particularly renewable. “If the government was

to scrap the RET, it would seriously inhibit future investment in renewable energy.” Mr Marriott said renewable energy has overwhelming support from most Australians. “One thing we can produce as a country is clean, renewable energy. The RET was helping farmers to mitigate their expenses and higher energy costs,” he said. “One of my aims is to have a productive farm that tolerates the native animals living in the remnant vegetation and has a renewable energy station. “I believe in renewable energy. My journey in agriculture has required constant change. If you don’t change and adapt to new technology, you don’t stay viable for very long. “I am personally quite happy to host a renewable energy facility.” Mr Bray said the RET review by Dick Warburton completely ignored benefits to farming communities from new wind farm construction and operation. “It doesn’t look like the

VFF did much analysis at all. A proper analysis was done for the RET review,” he said. “It explicitly states the RET has little effect on power bills – including food processors - and in the medium term it lowers power prices.”

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Paramedics still unhappy By Tayla Kershaw LEONGATHA paramedic Gordon Bowman said claims most paramedics are happy with the pay rise offered by the Victorian Government were wrong.

“We are still $30,000 behind other states,” he said. “Everything said is full of half truths.” Mr Bowman said one of those inaccurate claims was that paramedics receive 10 weeks of annual leave. “Some work 40 hours with no extra pay,” he said. “Many get overtime which adds to their block of annual leave but certainly the idea that all paramedics have 10 weeks annual leave is a half truth.”

The government’s proposed offer includes a $3000 sign on payment for full-timers, a six per cent increase on base wages and relevant allowances in 2014, a further three per cent increase from July 1, 2015, another three per cent increase from July 1, 2016, and independent arbitration on work value. Health Minister David Davis said the offer was fair and reasonable. “This is a fair offer for our ambulance officers. It is consistent with the Coalition Government’s wages policy,” he said. “The offer is also consistent with the percentage pay increase and paramedic work value pay claim sought by the ambulance union. It also follows the further discussion and the proper resolution of outstanding matters by the independent umpire.”

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FIX CRIGHTONS HILL & SAVE LIVES

Call for action GIPPSLANDERS have spoken with their pens, demanding safety on a notorious accident hotspot near Leongatha be addressed. A petition to the Legislative Assembly of Victoria, asking for road safety improvements at Crightons Hill, received 1134 signatures. The hill is on the Strzelecki Highway between Mardan Road and Leongatha-Yarragon Road. The petition was circulated throughout Leongatha and Mirboo North in the wake of the death of a 17 year old Mirboo North girl at Crightons Hill on September 1. Her death was the fourth fatality on the hill’s bends in four years, during which time about 20 accidents resulting in serious injury

Left, Signing up: Riarnne Buckland of Fish Creek signs the Crightons Hill petition at the The Star office in Leongatha.

also occurred. The petition ended on Friday and asked for flashing warning signs and/or for the speed limit to be reduced to 80km/h at Crightons Hill. The petition also called for long term works to alter the highway to bypass the hill. The petition will be delivered to Gippsland South MLA and Deputy Premier Peter Ryan in time for him to table it in the Victorian Parliament next month. People from across South Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley signed the petition. The petition is an initiative of the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Star newspaper. “We thank the community for supporting a cause that is personally dear to many residents with connections to people that have either been killed or injured at Crightons Hill,” The Star editor Brad Lester said. “Let’s hope the petition results in action that reduces the risk of further accidents there.”

Drive carefully: SES pleads Save young drivers’ lives By Brad Lester A MAN who has attended numerous collisions at Crightons Hill, Leongatha, has urged drivers to save their own lives and those of others.

Tony Lindhard is the unit controller of the Leongatha State Emergency Service, and has seen the suffering traffic accidents inflict only too often. “It never fails to surprise me seeing how some drivers behave on our roads,”

he said. “Often one sees drivers taking risks which can only be described as ‘stupid’. “Impatience and inability to properly handle a motorcar must be the reason; no other reason is apparent.” Over 36 years, Mr Lindhard and his colleagues have attended road crashes, and have experienced “carnage” and “heartbreak”, he said. “All we and members of the other services can do is to get the injured to hospital as soon as possible, and we all work hard to achieve

this,” he said. “We are just normal members of the local community doing an unusual job, and we do, as all normal people, get affected by what we see. “Why? Because it is so unnecessary,” Mr Lindhard urged drives to realise they are “not supermen” and urged them to slow down. “And take notice of the 0.05 limit. And stop using mobiles while driving unless bluetoothing, specifically texting. But most of all, learn to drive sensibly,” he said.

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YOUNG drivers must be encouraged to drive the safest cars available to reduce the rate of young people dying on roads.

In the wake of two fatalities involving young women on South Gippsland roads in recent times – including at Crightons Hill at Leongatha - a road safety advocate is calling for the insurance system to be changed. He is John Ernst, South Gippsland Shire Council’s road safety partnerships officer. “Insurance companies won’t allow young drivers to drive in five star cars,” he said. “They end up driving one

or two star cars and they just aren’t safe.” It costs $1600 a year for young drivers to be insured in a safe car. According to Mr Ernst, car manufacturers are aiming to increase young drivers’ safety. A Volvo spokesperson said by 2020, no person driving the company’s cars would be involved in a fatality due to advancements in collision avoidance technology. These advancements include lane divergent technology, better brakes and auto correction. Another feature in five star cars is built-in phone technology that aims to minimise hand-held use. A large forum will be held in Memorial Hall, Leongatha, for an open discussion about young drivers on

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the road. “We know the one big shock technique doesn’t work,” Mr Ernst said. “We will be running continuous programs to target the biggest concern, which is distractions.” Victoria Police Sergeant Allan Piening said a combination of speed and distrac-

tion were the two main risks, and spoke of the importance of driving to the conditions. “An advisory speed sign on a corner means the corner can be safely taken at that speed in perfect conditions and many young drivers do not realise the importance of driving to the conditions,” he said.

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Pirates sail into Coal Creek

By Tayla Kershaw

COAL Creek was commandeered by pirates on Sunday.

Around 700 people joined in the fun of Pirates Day at the Korumburra park, with many dressing

up for the occasion. Site coordinator Rowena Ashley said the day was successful, topping last year’s Pirates Day. A best dressed competition was held at the rotunda. The winner of the Under 12 section was Leon-

Best dressed: Leongatha’s Noah McLennan (centre) was the best dressed pirate in the Under 12 section judged by Adrian Crisp (left) and Rachel Turnbull (right).

gatha’s Noah McLennan. Winners of the open section were Maxinne and Zaniel Dunn from Traralgon. The puppet show was a crowd pleaser and the magic lantern man was a hit with the children. He is at Coal Creek on the last

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Right, Artistic: young pirates Noah and Marcus McLennan from Leongatha painted a boat at Coal Creek on Sunday. Below, Colourful pirates: Inverloch’s Bonnie, Trilby and Polly Parise were creative with their pirate clothing on Sunday.

Riding for Teen Challenge FOUR South Gippslanders will take part in a 1000km bike ride in Western Australia in October, to support a rehabilitation centre that transforms lives.

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Sunday of every month. Coal Creek is now gearing up for the Literary Festival this Saturday, and then Halloween and the Buskers’ Festival. There’s still time to register for the Buskers’ Festival or you can register on the day.

Rick and Mez Oldham of Archies Creek will join Deb Rielly of Wonthaggi and Gavin Slavin of Inverloch in the six day Kari’s Tour de Freedom 1000 event. Funds raised will support Teen Challenge, an organisation that helps adults and children dealing with drug and alcohol addiction, and family violence. The four will ride in Rick’s group, Team Vision Stream, and pedal from Esperance on the southeast coast to the capital

Perth. The event starts on October 27. Mr Slavin tells The Star why he is taking part. “I would like to share with you our story about how drug abuse and violence has affected our family, and how Teen Challenge WA’s Grace Academy has provided the answer to repairing the effects of bad choices, drug abuse and violence. “Over the past three years, our daughter, Rebecca Slavin, has been exposed to drug abuse and family violence through someone from outside our family. “The vicious circle of violence and bad choices soon came to a fork in the road for our daughter. The answer to her problems was right in front of her.

“Teen Challenge was first introduced to me by my sister and friends. Our friends have spoken about the Teen Challenge and about the fantastic work they are doing at the Grace Academy in WA. “Our friends also introduced a bike ride that supports Teen Challenge and 100 per cent of the funds are to help provide the support to our kids. “Kari’s Tour de Freedom 1000 bike ride is an event that starts in Esperance and ends in Perth; 1000km in six days.” “It’s amazing to see the support Teen Challenge provides to the students. They are one big family

that work together to overcome all the different issues the students have. “It’s amazing how things turn out, and what a fantastic network of people we have throughout the Bass Coast area. Thanks to this, my daughter’s life has been saved and our families bond is stronger than ever. “She is now five months into an 18 month program and the transformation is amazing. Every six weeks we fly over to Western Australia to visit Rebecca at Teen Challenge. “My god, we have our daughter back. Thank you so much to our friends and my sister to introducing

our family to this wonderful cause. “The powerful message that Teen Challenge has given our daughter Rebecca has inspired her sisters to forgive her for her bad choices. “Also the love between them has also inspired her sister to start studying to be a youth worker to help other people overcome their problems.” Mr Slavin held a fundraising dinner auction at an Inverloch restaurant recently. Fifty people attended, raising more than $2000, with auction items supplied by local businesses.

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Unfair costs stink

NYORA residents believe health risks will remain in the town unless an unfair sewerage scheme is changed.

Resident Charlie Tagliaferro last Wednesday told South Gippsland Shire Council few residents could afford to take-up the new sewerage scheme being rolled out in town. He said residents residing within the area requiring voluntary connection to the scheme faced total costs of up to $10,000 upfront. But residents living in the area entailing compulsory connection only had to pay $800 and up to $5000 to decommission old septic tanks, and had 20 years to do so. Mr Tagliaferro tabled a petition with more than 160 signatures asking council to lobby South Gippsland Water to offer residents on the voluntary scheme a payment plan. “While I realise that both these schemes are subsidised, most householders in the voluntary scheme simply cannot afford to come up with $10,000 and simply will take the easy option and not connect, even though most would like to,” he said. “In Nyora, there are 119 house lots on the compulsory scheme and 113 on the voluntary, which means that only half the town will connect and with the other half not connecting, none of the health or environmental issues

will be resolved.” With effluent now flowing through the drains of Nyora, residents are concerned the existing health risks will remain, even once sewerage is connected to parts of the town, unless the scheme is more affordable to encourage take-up. Mr Tagliaferro suggested three options: • a payment scheme for householders on the voluntary scheme to be able to pay the $5000 over time; • offering all householders who want to connect the chance to do by being part of the $800 scheme. Mr Tagliaferro said that could cost an extra $541,800 if everyone on the voluntary scheme connected; or • inspect septic systems and any householders with non-compliant septic systems should go onto the compulsory scheme, and made to connect or rectify the problem while it was affordable. Cr Bob Newton said council must lobby South Gippsland Water for change. “It does not seem to be a fair way of doing this,” he said. Cr Lorraine Brunt said a third of properties will be eligible for the $800 scheme, while the remainder will fall under the voluntary scheme. Should those people wish to connect to sewerage, they will have to pay $5000 to have the opportunity to connect and a further $3000-$5000 to actually connect.

Council will consider a report on the petition at the November council meeting. A South Gippsland Water spokesperson said the cost to construct the scheme, including additional reticulation pipework for the voluntary area, was in excess of $40,000 per property. “Therefore, it can be concluded that the Poowong, Loch and Nyora Sewerage Scheme is being largely funded by higher tariffs charged to South Gippsland Water customers across the region,” the spokesperson said. “South Gippsland Water recognises the full cost of connection may be prohibitive to a number of property owners. “However, these customers firstly have the choice whether to connect and secondly at a subsidised cost ($5000), that is very competitive compared to a new on-site waste water treatment system or a user pays sewerage scheme. “While we appreciate the community concern and desire to connect to the scheme, the corporation must be mindful of tariff implications for customers across the region as a result of increased expenditure and/or corporation debt levels.” The spokesperson said low interest or interest free loans up to $3000 are available to eligible persons. Further information can be found at http://goodmoney.com.au/.

Labor’s leads: Harriet Shing is Labor’s number one candidate for Eastern Victoria Region, while Sanjay Nathan is the candidate for Bass.

Labor: we can win Bass By Brad Lester THE Australian Labor Party’s candidate for Bass is not fazed by the fact the Liberal Party holds the seat by a margin of 12.4 per cent.

Nor does he believe the fact he resides in Taylors Lakes – out of the electorate in Melbourne’s western suburbs – will be a barrier in the minds of voters in an electorate that spans from Inverloch to Pakenham. Sanjay Nathan will vie for the seat with major opponent Bryan Paynter of the Liberal Party, alongside independent Clare Le Serve and The Greens’ Ross Fairhurst. “There is a mood for change. In the past four years, we have come to realise the government has been neglecting the regions,” Mr Nathan said. Labor has announced Warragul lawyer Harriet Shing will hold the number one spot on the party’s how to vote card for Eastern Victoria Region, replacing the retiring Johan Scheffer. She will be joined by Vicky Setches, the daughter of Kay Setches, a former Bayswater MP in the Cain Government. Ms Shing said incumbent Bass MLA Ken Smith had been “distracted by the Geoff Shaw issue”

“People are more interested in what is happening to their quality of life,” she said. Labor has vowed to seriously consider funding for a new senior campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College to meet the region’s rising population. Ms Shing said the appalling condition of the McBride Campus was “emblematic of the state of dilapidation that schools find themselves in across Victoria”. “We have received a lot of information about the new site, the costs and the time-frames. It is a priority that we will be pushing for and seeing that the transition to a new site is done properly,” she said. Mr Nathan pledged Labor would inject funding into education where the Coalition Government has cut expenditure, and promised to invest in health. He said “it is too early to call” whether Labor would fund a short stay observation unit at the Wonthaggi Hospital. “As time goes by, we will be formulating key policy on health but at the end of the day, health and education are the pillars of ALP policy,” he said. Mr Nathan stopped short of declaring support for a new hospital on Phillip Island, but said he backed more

ambulances and more access to services in Wonthaggi. The candidates pledged more roads funding for the electorate and regional Victoria, and possible improvements to public transport to satisfy rising population growth. Should he be elected, Mr Nathan intends to move to the electorate and locate his office in Wonthaggi. “I want to be out there and be able to understand the issues, and from an independent point of view, and that has its advantages,” he said. Mr Nathan, 26, was born in New Zealand and moved to Melbourne as a toddler. He has since studied political science at university, studied in Sweden and worked as an electorate officer for Khalil Eideh, Western Metropolitan MLC. Most recently, he sold vehicles at a Ford dealership and has resigned to focus on his election campaign. Ms Shing worked in the Department of Premier and Cabinet in the Brumby Government, and in private practice in Melbourne and Dandenong. She grew up in the Dandenong Ranges, and has done volunteer work with underprivileged young people and community legal services, and is on the board of an industry super fund.

Please listen: Nyora resident Charlie Tagliaferro presents a petition calling for changes to the sewerage system in Nyora to South Gippsland Shire Cr Lorraine Brunt.

Complaints handball By Brad Lester BURRA Foods’ bid for a buffer zone around its Korumburra factory was simply a way of deflecting complaints, South Gippsland Shire Cr Andrew McEwen said last Wednesday.

“I do not think it is fair the community foots the bill for the loss of property values so that Burra Foods has an excuse for when the complaints come,” he said. Council last Wednesday voted to ask Planning Minister Matthew Guy to appoint an independent planning panel to assess Burra Foods’ request for an environmental significance overlay over the area within 300m of the milk factory. The overlay would alert new residents and potential developers to the possibility of noise and odour, and follows residents’ complaints about such issues after the factory’s new milk power plant began operation. The prospect of the overlay has prompted at least one property sale to fall through and property values to fall. Cr Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks said the move would allow council to consider the panel’s report and make a decision. Had council not asked for a panel, Burra Foods could do so and the minister would

then remove all responsibility from council. Cr Hutchinson-Brooks said council understood the views of Burra Foods and residents. “We are not favouring what Burra Foods is asking for. All we are asking for is a fair, due process,” he said. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett concurred, saying Burra Foods was a “major economic driver in our shire”. Cr Mohya Davies said Burra Foods’ location was not ideal, given the topography and proximity of the factory to the town. “We do need to recommend this to a panel so that we can have clarity and independent advice,” she said. Cr Bob Newton disagreed, saying panels comprised members from outside of town with no local knowledge. He criticised a panel for not recommending a supermarket be permitted on the site of the former Korumburra saleyards. “I do not think we will ever get another supermarket for Korumburra,” Cr Newton said. He said no restrictions should be placed on existing residents, but did believe restrictions should be imposed to stop flats being built close to Burra Foods. Cr Don Hill said there were now 10 vacant lots within the buffer area, and said such technology as double glazing on new buildings would help reduce complaints. “I can’t see a reason for having the overlay,” he said.

Councils fed up with library bills By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has initiated a Victoria-wide bid to reduce the financial impact of libraries on local councils. Council has lodged a notice of motion to the state council meeting of the Municipal Association of Victoria in October. That motion will call for the MAV to support the Victorian Library initiative and demand the government fully funds the program. The Victorian Library initiative will improve the quality of collections, enhance a state-wide courier system, and create a statewide library card and a single database for all resources in Victorian libraries. The rationale for the motion reads, “While the review proposed that the Victorian Library initiative be funded by the State Government, at this stage the government has not committed additional funding to its implementation, and has indicated that local government and associated library organisations in Victoria must demonstrate in principle support for the

initiative if funding is to be made available”. The motion has the backing of the Gippsland Local Government Network, which represents all Gippsland councils. At last Wednesday’s council meeting, acting CEO Jan Martin said, “This is a unique opportunity for local government to seek some form of redress for the inequity of library funding across Victoria.” Council will advocate to all major political parties in the lead-up to this year’s state election, calling for the implementation of the Victorian Library initiative. Councils now fund 83 per cent of the West Gippsland

Regional Library Corporation’s costs, while the State Government only contributes 14 per cent. “It’s been a big lot of cost shifting passed on and it’s just unfair,” Cr Bob Newton, a library board member, said. South Gippsland Shire Council has allocated $1.27 million in library funding this financial year and Bass Coast Shire Council $1.71 million. Council last Wednesday adopted the library corporation agreement that addresses such matters as board membership, objectives and proceedings. The MAV meeting will be held on October 24.

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Choir welcomed at Mardan By Tayla Kershaw

BEAUTIFUL music filled the Scots Pioneer Church in Mardan South on Sunday.

The choir group Just Harmony joined local parish members as special guests at the Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon for September. This was the first time Just Harmony has performed for Mardan South. “It was excellent to have them,” event of-

Pleasant Sunday: choir group Just Harmony performed for the Mardan South Parish members on Sunday afternoon. They are with one of the organisers, Sam Nicita (front).

ficial Sam Nicita said. “We have a different guest each month. We try to keep it as local as possible.” The Berwick based choir group has performed state-wide since forming in 1996. The group started with just eight members and now has 20, whose repertoire includes a wide range of music from classical, sacred, the musicals, popular and jazz. The choir is led by musical director Marion Stephens, who has experience as a conductor, teacher and soloist. The Ecumenical Pleasant Sunday Afternoon is held on the last Sunday of the month from March to November. Next month, Sue McLeod will be the guest speaker. She is the reputed organiser of the annual Ringwood Games and a Scottish dance teacher.

Athletes may win By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will investigate the possibility of building a high jump pit in the shire, in the wake of Leongatha’s Eleanor Patterson winning the women’s high jump at this year’s Commonwealth Games.

Cr Don Hill successfully moved a motion calling for council officers to investigate what the pit would entail and the cost. Council will consult local athletics coaches in preparing the report. “I was surprised that Eleanor Patterson has to travel an hour to another shire for training facilities and I think that is embarrassing for us,” Cr Hill told last Wednesday’s council meeting. Cr Nigel Hutchinson-

Brooks supported the investigation, but also said other athletic events would need to be considered too. He suggested consulting the Gippsland Sports Academy for funding opportunities. “There is a shortage of these facilities in Gippsland, not just South Gippsland,” Cr Hutchinson-Brooks said. Mayor Cr Jim Fawcett was the only councillor to oppose the plan. “I think we are raising false hopes in our community,” he said, noting council would be providing a facility to competitors in a specialised sport. “We can’t be everything to everybody.” Cr Jeanette Harding agreed with the mayor, but supported the motion nonetheless. “Sport is wonderful but individual items like this are only going to

benefit a small percentage of our population,” she said. Cr Bob Newton said the motion only called for an investigative report and was not a motion to fund the construction of a high jump pit. “If we can do something for the youth of the area, let’s do it. Let’s not knock it on the head,” he said.

Down she comes: the former Masonic Hall in Leongatha is now being demolished to make way for a townhouse complex. The building on the corner of Church and Bruce streets is on the edge of Leongatha’s commercial district.

POLICE BRIEFS Hit tree

A CAR crashed into a tree after the couple inside argued, on Sunday afternoon. Police said the couple had argued in their car between Meeniyan and Loch until the 29 year old male passenger pulled on the handbrake. As a result, the car crashed into a tree on the Nyora-St Helier Road in Loch. The vehicle was seriously damaged but neither person sustained injuries. The man was charged with reckless conduct. Loch Police are investigating.

Car seized POLICE from the Bass Coast Highway Patrol seized a car from Coronet Bay on

PUBLIC SESSIONS PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times essential Ph 5662 9222 Wed, 15 Oct 2.00pm; 7.00pm* (*by noon 14/10) Leongatha RSL Wed, 22 Oct 10.00am Council Chambers ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wed, 22 Oct – 2.00pm Council Chambers AGM: MEENIYAN & DIST. SPORTS STADIUM Wed 1 October, 7.30pm - Infant Welfare Centre, Whitelaw St Ph: 0428 644 354 FREE SENIORS CONCERT Featuring James Blundell Fri 10 October Noon - 3pm As always, tickets to this annual concert go quickly! It's free but you must have a ticket. Call 5662 9200 and tickets can be posted to you or collected from Council. A light lunch will be provided at noon, followed by entertainment from the Koonwarra Line Dancers, and at 2pm -popular country singer James Blundell. Where? The fully accessible Korumburra Indoor Recreation Centre. Proudly supported by Council to celebrate the Victorian Seniors Festival. Nine other events throughout October – go to www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au for details. TENDER Council is seeking submissions from qualified companies / applicants for: Sgc15/19 Victory Ave Reconstruction, Foster Tenders close 2pm AEDST on Tues 21 October 2014.Documentation available from www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or 03 5662 9254. COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Road Maintenance: Hallston/Mirboo Nth/Leongatha Nth/Walkerville/Middle Tarwin/Meeniyan Reseal Preparation: 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

Sunday. They were following a court order after numerous accounts of hoon behaviour. The car was seized from a man in his early fifties.

Motorbike accident A MOTORBIKE collision occurred in Dumbalk North on Sunday. The motorcyclist ran off the road at around 4pm. The motorbike was the only vehicle involved. It was ridden by a 50 year old man from Dumbalk North. He was admitted to the Alfred Hospital with serious injuries.

Thumbs up for leaders THE Committee for Gippsland has strongly welcomed the announcement by Deputy Premier Peter Ryan that if re-elected, the Coalition will renew funding for the Gippsland Community Leadership Program. The Committee for Gippsland has proudly auspiced GCLP since 2011. The 2015 participants of GCLP are drawn from towns across Baw Baw Shire, Latrobe City, South Gippsland Shire, Bass Coast Shire, Wellington Shire, and East Gippsland Shire. GCLP is one of eight regional community leadership programs that shared in funding from Regional Development Victoria. In 2010, the Coalition announced that if elected, it would provide $6 million in funding for the eight programs over four years from 2011. That funding is due to expire at the end of 2015. Until this month, there had been no commitment for beyond 2015 from either the government or Opposition. Speaking at a Committee for Gippsland member lunch in Sale last week, Mr Ryan announced the Coalition would commit to another $6 million over four years, saying he recognised the vital impact on regional towns and communities. Committee for Gippsland CEO

Mary Aldred said the funding commitment offered a sustainable future ahead for community leadership development in regional Victoria. Ms Aldred said the Committee for Gippsland was still hopeful the Victorian Opposition would match the Coalition’s commitment before the election. “Identifying, fostering and developing leadership capacity in regional areas is crucial,” she said. “The skills, networks and motivation that GCLP offers to aspiring leaders in Gippsland makes a profound impact on our region. There are nearly 500 GCLP graduates making a difference in local government, business, community and other sectors, and Gippsland is a better region for it. “GCLP already receives essential sponsorship from the six Gippsland shires, and corporate sponsors from around the region. The Victorian Government funding means that we can provide Gippslanders with subsidised access to GCLP, after which they can re-invest those skills to make a better contribution back to our region. “The Coalition’s investment in continuing to provide affordable access to community leadership in Gippsland and across regional Victoria is very welcome, and we hope this can be a bi-partisan commitment.”

Call to close Jeffrey Street LEONGATHA’S Jeffrey Street should be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic to guarantee public safety, South Gippsland Shire Council heard last Wednesday. Leongatha South resident Paul Norton raised that possibility as the only way to stop pedestrians from crossing Long Street when it becomes a heavy vehicle alternate route. “Then vehicles and some pedestrians would have to travel by way of Hassett and Ogilvy streets to the roundabout near the medical clinic,” he said. “If the pathway along the bypass between Jeffrey Street and the medical clinic was fenced off on both sides, all pedestrians including so called disabled, cyclists and children could then cross the bypass by way of the pedestrian lights at the corner.” Mr Norton asked if council’s access committee had had input into pedestrian access to the new alternate route. If not, he suggested a councillor from that committee could investigate the matter. “Is council sure that it would not have a duty of care to not only so called disabled, but also common pedestrians, including children and cyclists, to ensure that they use the pedestrian lights to cross the bypass?” he said. Council believed VicRoads would have further community consultation regarding the alternate route.

Police evader faces court THE Wonthaggi man who climbed the Inverloch Community Hub in August faced the Latrobe Magistrates Court on Thursday.

He was remanded in custody. Police intercepted the young man in his car in Wonthaggi North on August 16. He took off and nearly ran over a female police member when questioned about irregularities with his licence. He was not pursued at the time but was found again in Inverloch on August 23. Police chased him on foot before he climbed the community hub. The man in his twenties remained there and threatened suicide before police talked him down three hours later. He was arrested for charges of breaching the peace.

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Here to serve locals

By Brad Lester

A SMALL gift can go a long way when those little gifts become one.

Such is the benefit of donating to community foundations in South Gippsland. Through raising sponsorship for the benefit of locals, the Mirboo North and District, and Bass Coast community foundations are transforming the future for community groups and individuals. The foundations offer a diversity of funding, including community grants and back to school vouchers. The Mirboo North foundation services Boolarra, Darlimurla, Dumbalk, Mirboo North, Thorpdale and Yinnar, while the Bass Coast foundation assists the entire Bass Coast Shire. Applications for the Bass Coast foundation’s performance award closed recently, offering support to a young person keen to pursue music, dance or drama studies. “We have some amazing kids. It is most extraordinary what comes out of small regions,” Bass Coast Community Foundation executive officer Kate Dwyer said. With so many grants available and from various sources, the Bass Coast foundation has acted to streamline the application process. “In Bass Coast, we have together all the local grantmakers so instead of the community groups applying at different times, we are try-

ing to work together to help alleviate the situation so it will be of enormous help to our community organisations,” Ms Dwyer said. Ms Dwyer and Mirboo North foundation executive officer Derrick Ehmke recently returned from the national conference of Australian Community Philanthropy in the Yarra Valley. Mr Ehmke is a board member of the organisation, the umbrella group for all community foundations in Australia. They heard from Ian Bird, the CEO of Community Foundations Canada. He told delegates of the importance of working with the communities they serve and supporting programs those communities need.

“It was said often it is not about the money; it is about the need and the end result,” Mr Ehmke said. The Bass Coast Community Foundation may go beyond the realm of giving by researching community health on behalf of Community Indicators Victoria. “We are looking at doing work for the Bass Coast Shire area to look at health, crime, etc. to help us look at where our areas of need are,” Ms Dwyer said. To find out more about donating or apply for funding, contact Ms Dwyer on 5672 3356 or Mr Ehmke on 0418 301 092, or see the websites: www.mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au and bccf.org.au

Don’t miss out APPLICATIONS for the community grants program of Mirboo North and District Community Foundation close on Friday, October 10 at 4pm.

Up to $50,000 worth of grants are available, with two levels of grants: up to $5000 and up to $20,000. The foundation welcomes applications for smaller projects and is also looking to attract larger innovative projects in the foundation’s priority areas of health, wellbeing and youth. The foundation be-

lieves larger grants will enable organisations to develop innovative projects, and create opportunities for collaboration with other funding sources, potentially working with other organisations. The foundation has also this year allocated a further $70,000 for strategic grants. Application forms for community grants are available on the website or from executive officer Derrick Ehmke on 0418 301 092 or info@mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au Website: www.mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au

Spreading word: Bass Coast Shire Council’s acting infrastructure director Jamie Sutherland with an example of anti-littering sign.

Rubbish swoop By Brad Lester A HIGH amount of rubbish dumped on roadsides has prompted authorities to fight fire with fire. Signs have appeared along South Gippsland and Bass Coast roadsides, spreading an anti-littering message. The signs are a trial run by Bass Coast and South Gippsland shire councils, Sustainability Victoria and VicRoads, funded with a grant of $16,000 from Sustainability Victoria. Bass Coast’s acting infrastructure director Jamie Sutherland said substantial amounts of rubbish were found on local roadsides. “It’s people tossing out rubbish and unsecured loads. When people are taking rubbish to the tip, there might be litter

coming from that,” he said. “I would not say it (littering) is out of control, but it is something these signs will be able to help us manage.” The signs are located in areas where litter has been found, including on the way to local tips. Rubbish has ranged from packing through to building rubble. “Both VicRoads and councils do spend a fair bit of resourcing trying to keep the area tidy. Hopefully by doing a program like this, it will save us costs in the long run,” Mr Sutherland said. There are two types of signs: one with a positive message about keeping locations tidy and another urging drivers to secure their loads. “Hopefully the positive message sign is having an impact on people who might just throw their rubbish out of the window,” Mr Sutherland said.

Ready to serve: Bass Coast Community Foundation executive officer Kate Dwyer (left) and Mirboo North and District Community Foundation executive officer Derrick Ehmke urge their communities to contact them for financial assistance.

Doors open Youth jobless rate drops but still high By Brad Lester YOUTH unemployment is dropping in South Gippsland and Bass Coast, one of the few regions in Victoria to offer more jobs for young people.

But the youth unemployment rate in the shires is 11.4 per cent, despite being below the regional Victoria average of 13.8 per cent at July 2014. But 11.4 per cent was “actually very significant”, said Bryan McCormick, CEO of employment agency Workways Australia, which has branches across the state, including Leongatha and Wonthaggi. “While it is slightly lower than the national youth unemployment average of 12.7 per cent, the impact of this level of youth unemployment given the lack of available job opportunities for young people locally is a serious concern,” he said. About 25 per cent of job seekers through employment agency Workways Australia are aged between 15 and 24. “There is a clear link between low educational attainment and high youth unemployment rates. The lower the education level, the more difficult it is for a young person to successfully find and keep a job,” Mr McCormick said. “In the region there is a high incidence of young people leaving school in Year 10, which is significantly impacting on their capacity to move into employment.” He believed the State Government needed to

invest in “a state-wide intensive support service similar to the nationally delivered Youth Connections program”. He said it would ensure disengaged and unemployed young people receive support to find stable employment or further training. A project that helps young people find work, Youth Connections Program, is due to finish at the end of this year. Community College Gippsland has held the contract to deliver the program in Bass Coast and South Gippsland for four years. Each year, the program has helped up to 60 young people stay attached to school or re-establish ties with education facilities to improve their job prospects. Marianne Rankin, team leader of Youth Connections with CCG, said, “Unfortunately, the federal contract ends on December 31 this year and the current government has decided not to refund the program”. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent said Youth Connections initially funded in 2010 and under the previous Labor Government funding was not guaranteed beyond the end of 2014. “The Coalition Government has inherited a substantial budget deficit and is committed to bringing the budget back into balance,” he said. “Not increasing the debt and deficit burden that Australians will need to service through higher taxes or reduced services in future years is an important part of our commitment to young Australians. “The Coalition recognises the importance of young people’s ac-

cess to employment opportunities. This is why our policies are directed at increasing economic growth, to ensure increasing job opportunities. Furthermore, the government will ensure the next round of Job Services Australia to commence in 2015 will effectively address the needs of young Australians seeking work.” The South Gippsland Bass Coast Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN) has helped young people find jobs by working with larger employers such as Murray Goulburn, Burra Foods, Watersure, South Gippsland Water and Phillip Island Nature Parks to give students access to industry visits and education programs. LLEN executive officer Wendy Major said, “Many small business operators engage with students through our industry taster programs and mentoring events. “These events are de-

signed to encourage one on one discussions and motivate students to negotiate work placements, part-time employment and the possibility of an apprenticeship or traineeship.” Deputy Premier and Gippsland South MLA Peter Ryan said more work needs to be done on youth unemployment. “In Gippsland the youth unemployment rate dropped to 4.2 per cent once those in fulltime education were removed from the equation,” he said. Mr Ryan said to improve youth job opportunities, the government created the Regional Growth Fund. Recent recipients of assistance from the Regional Growth Fund in Gippsland South include Community College Gippsland’s Leongatha campus, Murray Goulburn at Leongatha, and Burra Foods at Korumburra.

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Column 7 REGARDING the snippet in Column 7 last Tuesday, September 23 about the supposed mix-up of suit items at the local drycleaners, the local representatives have informed The Star this wasn’t the case and that the local business has no record of this occurring. The local drycleaner has proudly provided a professional service to its loyal customers for decades. CANCER Council Victoria is calling on South Gippslanders to take part in the Girls’ Night In for cancer.

Local Snippets

Twenty-one women in South Gippsland are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. To get involved, register to host an event in October, invite your girlfriends over for a night in and ask them to donate what they would have spent on a night out. All funds raised will go towards the women’s cancer projects that need it most. To register your Girls’ Night In or find out more visit www.girlsnightin. com.au or call 1300 65 65 85.

Car enthusiasts: the Oakland Register of Australia will be in Leongatha this Friday through to Sunday for its annual rally. There will be about 18 cars in town from all over Australia. On Saturday, the group will travel around Mirboo North and Boolarra, and on Sunday, members will head to Newhaven and Wonthaggi. Ian Nicholas (left) of Outtrim is the register’s president. He was joined by Max Wise (centre) from Leongatha and Rob McDowell from Outtrim, surrounded by 1929 Oaklands at this year’s Leongatha Daffodil Festival.

Email: col7@thestar.com.au Post: PO Box 84 Leongatha 3953 Fax: 03 5662 4350

Ryan rushes to top MIRBOO group firefighter William Ryan took part in a race up the 28 floors of Melbourne’s Crown Towers recently.

Members of fire agencies – Country Fire Authority, Metropolitan Fire Brigade, Rural Fire Service, New Zealand fire services and other international organisations - faced off in full structural gear with breathing apparatus. The event was created to raise funds for the Alfred Hospital burns unit, and organisers and participants raised $122,000 – more than the goal of $100,000. “I was the only member from Mirboo group to participate in the event and I was lucky enough to raise over $1000 for the worthy cause,” Will said. He placed second in the 19-39 years age category from 41 competitors.

Quick ascent: Mirboo group firefighter Will Ryan placed second in a race up Melbourne’s Crown Towers.

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Kind hearted: Pippi Hayman of Kongwak frequently comes to the Kongwak Market, and says hello to Felicia Di Stefano at the Kongor School Support Group stall and drops in a donation. When Pippi had her 9th birthday recently, she gave all her guests an envelope beforehand and asked them to make a donation towards the rebuilding of the Kongor Primary School in South Sudan instead of giving her a gift. Pippi returned to the stall and gave Felicia $150.

Council steps up SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will use funding from VicHealth to work with primary schools to coordinate Walk to School activities throughout October. South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett cited the benefits of walking for children: improving their fitness, friendships, confidence and the environment. “Council is happy to support this initiative and will coordinate local activities, including running competitions, holding healthy breakfasts at local primary schools and developing walking maps,” he said. “We want to encourage more kids to learn positive exercise habits that will support their lifelong health. “Unfortunately, Australian children are

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Neat job: the team at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum at Korumburra were presented with certificates on being named a finalist in the Tidy Towns award. The park is a finalist in two categories: cultural heritage, for the park’s 40th birthday celebrations, and community government partnerships, for the park’s indigenous learning stone project. From right, Karen Wolswinkel, David Clayton, Matthew Patterson, David Doyle, Bill Reynolds, Rowena Any Community Rewards members with an Ashley, Claire Adam, MICHAEL’S Supa IGA Leongatha active new key tag can enter the biggest grocery Nicole McLeigh, Ko- and Korumburra has introduced sev- give-away promotion in the history of Michael’s rumburra Secondary eral new initiatives recently. Supa IGA. From September 22-October 19, customers can Just complete the entry form that will be generCollege student and win the value of their shopping back in vouchers, ated on valid shopping dockets to enter. Rob Rowlands. This is IGA’s way of thanking customers and The Tidy Towns with one to be won every day in IGA’s Leongatha rewarding the thousands of Michael’s Supa IGA – Sustainable Com- and Korumburra supermarkets. munities Awards event ceremony will be held at Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre, Wangaratta on October 11.

now among the world’s least active. In the 1960s, one in 20 children was obese and today it’s one in four.” Schools and parents are encouraged to help children record their walks using classroom calendars, fun walking passports developed by council or the Walk to School website app. Vicki Bradley, council’s social planning officer, said children who walk to and from school also become more familiar with their neighbourhoods and make new friends with other children. “Council has been in contact with local schools that are keen to get going on a broad range of walking activities when they return after school holidays,” she said. For more information about Walk to School activities contact council on 5662 9200 or visit www.walktoschool.vic.gov.au.

Happy shopper: Karen Fowles won her grocery shopping at IGA after being named last Tuesday’s winner. She received her cheque from Kaila Bentvelzen at Leongatha’s IGA.

Another winner: Leongatha store manager Chris O’Leary is pictured presenting a cheque to Caron Jones, another winner of the Win Your Shopping campaign.

Community Rewards tag holders for their contribution to the $1.27 million they have helped IGA raise for the community over the past decade. Michael’s is also offering a major prize draw in each supermarket, with a Sony 42 inch TV and Blu-Ray home theatre system to be won. “It really does pay to shop at Michael’s Supa IGA,” supermarket owner Michael Lorenz said.

What a promotion: Janine Milkins was the winner of the shop and win for Wednesday, September 24. She is being presented with her winning cheque by Peta Pollard, the customer service team leader at Michael’s Supa IGA Leongatha.

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OPINIONS Back us, council

I HAVE just been for a drive on our farm and observed a pair of nesting swans, many and varied birds flying overhead, the multitude of water birds that live on the large dam on our property, and the koala in the tree beside our house. We moved to Tarwin Lower 25 years ago and we were fascinated by the wildlife in the area. We came from a rural area but there was very minimal wildlife remaining in that area. Koalas, goannas, kangaroos, wombats and much other wildlife live on our farm. We immediately decided this natural environment and wildlife is our most important asset. We undertook plans to save and protect the wildlife. We have planted hundreds of eucalypts suitable for koala habitat. We fenced all remnant vegetation. We fenced areas of remnant bush adjoining the Tarwin Lower Cemetery to support the important vegetation there. We collected seeds from the cemetery (possibly the most important piece of remnant vegetation in the area), created new wind breaks and planted thousands of trees and bushes. We have created a wildlife haven – trees up our drive, around the house, over the farm and along all of the roadside adjoining our farm, where animals can travel safely. The importance of this corridor is the connectedness of

the wildlife corridors. Mitsui is currently destructing this corridor at a time when there is a national project to connect wildlife corridors. There is a lot of interest in our organic farm and our product. Potential customers from Dubai, Japan and Korea have visited our farm. Currently we are experiencing a lot of interest from China. We conduct farm open days, field days and host many visitors from around Australia. We feel that we were doing the right thing, that our efforts count and the council we pay our rates to should support us. Sadly that is not the case. South Gippsland Shire Council has allowed Japanese company Mitsui to destroy some of the most important roadside vegetation in the Tarwin Lower area, despite having the option of leaving powerlines on private land. South Gippsland Shire Council has consistently supported the developers, who have been allowed to break all the rules. The project has been plagued by misinformation and confusion.There has been wide spread concern about the project, but the council has consistently supported the wind farm proponents. Why has the council advised residents that “vegetation is only permitted to be removed at each site a pole is installed (including access)”? Broad clearing within the road reserve will not occur

E D I T O R I A L Dog of an issue A BARBECUE is always a welcoming way to open a meeting, even if it’s likely to be based on a controversial issue like dogs on Inverloch’s beaches. Such was the case when the community of Inverloch was invited to a sausage before a meeting about dogs and beaches, held by Bass Coast Shire Council at Inverloch on September 22. While no doubt the community appreciates council’s willingness to listen to its views, the community could also rightly feel like it has expressed its views too often and that council has not listened intently. Dog owners do have a right to access the beach to walk dogs. People without dogs also have the right to use the beach without worrying about being bitten or a dog urinating in the water as they swim. Ideally council would have more local laws officers patrolling beaches to ensure dog owners are walking their dogs on a lead and collecting poo to ensure beaches remain safe and clean for all. While there, the local laws officers could also ensure beachgoers do not leave litter behind. Dog owners deserve to have a beach where they can let their dogs run free for a certain time, but where is difficult to specify due to the ever changing nature of the estuary that is Anderson Inlet. The Abbott Street beach is now exposed rock due to sand being washed away and come high tide, there is often little beach around the Inverloch foreshore for people to walk along, let alone for dog owners and those without dogs to share. Perhaps a possible option would be to extend the off leash area from Abbott Street around to Ayr Creek and allow dog owners to walk their dogs on leads on all beaches until 11am, and then again after 5pm. That would give greater access to beaches, while ensuring dog free time for other beach-goers. The Star looks forward to hearing your views. The sooner council finalises this issue the better for Inverloch, as the matter is receiving media attention beyond South Gippsland and Inverloch’s economy needs every tourist it can get.

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when that is clearly not the case. Why is the council misleading residents? Excessive vegetation removal has been undertaken outside the permit. Local residents have had to police tree removal, in order to save some vegetation and have also had to point out the location of wildlife in order to protect that wildlife. Residents adjoining the wind farm site also have many valid and important concerns. Once again these concerns are constantly neglected and the policy of supporting Mitsui goes on. Council staff advise they don’t have the time or resources to oversee the proper implementation of this project. There needs to be constructive and proper support for residents who rely on council to administer projects within the shire. Ann Blundy, Tarwin Lower.

Budget analysis AT LAST week’s meeting of South Gippsland Shire Council, I read a report into the minutes. The report detailed my thoughts on how higher rates revenue could be raised than is justifiable due to unrequired expenditure being placed into the forward 15 year budget projections. I did this because I have tried on two occasions to have a motion voted through at council whereby council received the report so as to use it in the annual budget deliberations. On both those occasions, councillors chose to not receive the report. The reasons why they would vote that way are not easy for me to understand. This council has begun the process of making informed evidence based decisions, yet this information so provided was not even accepted. The mayor ‘complained’ last Wednesday that we had the debate months ago and that I should not be putting the report forward. There seems to be some misunderstanding here. Firstly, council never had

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the debate on the information in the report since the report was never accepted by those four or five councillors. Secondly, although the 2013-2014 budget debate had been done and completed in June 2014, the next budget (2014-2015) which council is currently working through, has not been done. Since I believe this information to be relevant to the current budget cycle, I will continue to put forward my views on how we can reduce the rates burden going forward, especially when a significant amount of rates money is not detailed to be spent on anything in particular and is I believe, surplus to requirements. A further $20 million has been identified as not being required in the 15 year budget, bringing the total of such funds to $54 million. Further, $12 million has been found by reducing the CPI going forward to a more realistic level, and $8 million for some infrastructure that has been identified as not being required within the 15 year plan. With continued work on this year’s budget, I believe that even more funds can be identified as not being required in the 15 year plan. As such, I will be moving a notice of motion in Octo-

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ber which if successful, will require council to identify all items within the 15 year budget that have not previously been approved of by council through a transparent evidence based process. I anticipate that many, many more millions will be identified and council will then be left with making a decision on what to do with all those monies if those expenditure items were to not be put back into the 15 year budget. My view is that most should be returned to ratepayers by way of lower rates whilst allowing for some new initiatives to be funded, and that all new initiatives should only be included in the budget if they satisfy councils own financial strategies. What is your view? Cr Don Hill, South Gippsland Shire Council.

Hot under dog collar SO WE start all over again. A free barbecue for a dog forum or is it? Who is paying for this: the ratepayers or is it coming out of the pocket of councillors? Do we get to find out how much it is costing for the consultants to tell us what we already know: that this was not a

problem and not even on people’s minds before Bass Coast Shire councillors got involved. Can Dr Ragnar Pahlman please tell us how many beaches are in Sydney? My guess is more than 10. The same was said about Melbourne’s beaches being dog free but this was also selective to suit council needs. Bass Coast Shire is hell bent on wasting money. Another good example is Sunset Strip. More than 70 per cent of residents do not want this scheme, even after money was wasted on a similar scheme at Cape Paterson was abandoned. They still do not learn or do not care what ratepayers want. Laurie Tuddin, Inverloch.

Safety tip ONE safety suggestion for Crightons Hill would be to put a speed limit of 70km/h on this section of the Strzelecki Highway and two speed cameras, one on either side of the bends. This would save Deputy Premier Peter Ryan the embarrassment of finding $24 million for a re-alignment. I have used the road for 25 years and have lost two friends on its curves. Ralph Widmer, Inverloch.

VOXPOP! VOX

How do you think the dairy industry is going at the moment?

“It’s down a bit but the season’s carrying us through and the dollar’s down. It’s the highest spring milk price on record.” Chris Lancey, Nyora.

“While the price of milk holds, it’s looking good.” MaryAnn Hortle, Tasmania.

“It’s not getting any better. We’re price takers and we don’t have any control over it. We’re just asking for a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work.” Noel Tonkin, Poowong.

“You couldn’t have ordered a better season. I just hope it continues and the dollar starts to sink.” Andrew Holman, Poowong.

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Run, run, run During the fundraising event, all school students completed as many laps of the oval as they could in 30 minutes, earning sponsor-

Left, Lap runners: from left, Ava Bennett, Phoebe Collins, Kyran Friebe, Seth Payne and Makayla Krause ran their best in the Leongatha Primary School lapathon.

A DANGEROUS Leongatha intersection needs attention to prevent an accident. Cr Bob Newton said the junction of Turner Street and South Gippsland Highway was difficult for drivers approaching the highway at night. He said the glare of headlights impaired drivers’ vision. “It’s an accident waiting to happen,” he said, adding shrubs could be planted to reduce glare. CR LORRAINE Brunt hopes the redevelopment of the Korumburra Bowls Club receives funding soon. She praised the “shovel

ready project” after opening the club’s season recently.

“This is a marvelous project that has got underway,” Cr Lorraine Brunt said.

CR ANDREW McEwen praised the quality of young people within the Korumburra district, after serving as a judge at the Korumburra Lions Club’s Youth of the Year Quest recently. Cr Mohya Davies also paid tribute to the participants at Foster’s two debutante balls recently, noting the commitment of the Fish Creek Thirds footballers, who attended training despite having a grand final to prepare for and then celebrate. For the record, the Fishy boys defeated Dalyston.

COUNCIL has the reviewed the committees of the Toora Tennis Court Reserve, Leongatha Courthouse, Allambee South Community Hall, Korumburra Community Access Centre, and Dumbalk Hall and Ladies Auxiliary. The actions were undertaken as part of the Special (Section 86) Committees Review.

PARKS Victoria is yet to receive a new lease from council for its Foster office. Council last week voted to defer a decision on the issue, to allow more time to consider the implications for Parks Victoria, the library, Stockyard Gallery and visitor information centre, which also use the building. “There are space pressures,” Cr Mohya Davies said. LEONGATHA construction firm Considine and Johnston has won the $237,650 contract to refurbish the Nyora Public Hall. Council will contribute $42,500, the State Government $255,000 and the hall committee $42,500.

COUNCIL’S parks and gardens staff were congratulated for creating spectacular gardens in Leongatha and Foster. Cr Mohya Davies said the arrangements of vegetables and tulips in Foster “were looking absolutely sensational”, as were Leongatha’s gardens. THE Great Southern Rail Trail is receiving a lot of maintenance courtesy of the new committee, Cr Mohya Davies said, and carparking has been improved at the Meeniyan bridge. FOOTBALL rivalries were played out at the council meeting last Wednesday. Cr Kieran Kennedy donned a Sydney Swans jumper and Cr Jeanette Harding draped a Hawthorn top over her chair in anticipation of the AFL grand final on Saturday, won by the Hawks.

Burra feeds Asian demand VICTORIAN Agriculture Minister Peter Walsh met with Korumburra’s Burra Foods shareholder, Itochu, in Tokyo, Japan on Friday.

They discussed Burra Food’s growth in key Asian markets. “A recent $22 million expansion at Burra Foods dairy processing plant in Korumburra is an initiative to increase the value of dairy exports and enable the company to better meet growing demand for nutritional milk powders,” Mr Walsh said. “The expansion has also helped Burra Foods produce a new range of infant formula, largely for export, highlighting the importance of growth markets such as China and South East Asia. “This substantial investment created 60 jobs

during construction, 26 new full-time jobs across the business and secured more than 100 existing jobs at the plant.” Mr Walsh said the Japanese investment in Victoria’s dairy industry was providing security for the Victorian dairy farmers who supplied Burra Foods, and was also helping the company diversify into higher value dairy products further up the supply chain. “The Napthine Government’s $100 million Food to Asia Action Plan is helping to position Victoria as a producer of high-value, highreliability produce and attracting new capital investment into Victorian food related businesses and agriculture,” Mr Walsh said. “Our Food to Asia Action Plan, along with our trade mission program, is putting more Victorian businesses in direct contact with

School principal Rob Higgins said. Students completed their laps by running, walking or, for those in wheelchairs, rolling across the grass. The young athletes were rewarded with an icypole at the completion of the event.

Prison meeting cancelled COMMUNITY meet-

message column on page 22 of today’s issue. The meetings were cancelled yesterday (Monday), but as page 22 was included in The Star’s print run on Friday, the mayor’s message was unable to be altered. The meetings were initially scheduled for Monday, October 6.

ings proposed to be held about a mooted prison day camp at Port Welshpool have been cancelled. The meetings are advertised in South Gippsland Shire Council’s mayor’s

South Gippsland Shire briefs A WOORARRA West resident is closer to receiving a planning permit for her home. South Gippsland Water withdrew its objection to a permit for the house. Initially the water authority felt the application did not comply with State Government guidelines restricting the number of septic tanks within a water catchment. But Cr Lorraine Brunt detected the water authority had already issued a permit for a septic tank in December 2012. Subsequently, the water authority withdrew its objection. Council still has to consider other objections to the granting of a permit.

ship money generously provided to the school by family and friends. The money will go towards improved sport facilities for the school. “We’re building a junior basketball court in the Prep area,” Leongatha Primary

new export opportunities, ensuring we are well positioned to take full advantage of emerging consumer demand in key growth markets throughout Asia.” Burra Foods chief executive officer Grant Crothers said Japan had been the largest market for Burra Foods and the Australian dairy industry for many years, making Itochu’s investment upstream into processing a natural fit in 2009. “Moving in to a higher value category such as infant formula enables Burra and Itochu to offer a broader range of higher value products to growing markets such as China,” Mr Crothers said. In 2012-13 Japan accounted for eight per cent of all food exported from Victoria, amounting to $785 million, including $431 million in dairy and $141 million in meat products.

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South Gippsland Secondary College debutantes THE 2014 South Gippsland Secondary College debutante balls were a labour of love. The Foster War Memorial Arts Centre was transformed into a majestic ballroom for the two debs, on Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20. During 10 weeks of rehearsal, the debs and their partners learnt a new/old style of dance, and performed to perfection on the nights.

Friday debutantes: front, from left, Chantae Bastow, Nikki Dessent, Kelisha Holmes, school council president Reverend Tim Fletcher, acting South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jeanette Harding, retired South Gippsland Secondary College principal Cheryl Glowrey, Year 11 coordinator Mark Tudor, Amy Ryan, Gerogia Busuttil and Adeline Collins. Second row, Kristina Stoitse, Liam Edgelow, Jake Coffey, James McAinch, Hannah Loader, Anthony Turner, Josh Vitols, Ben East, Nic Jenkins and Kirsten Shanks. Third row: Cassidy Brown, Kate Facey, Jacob Clarke, Louis Wheeler, Harvey Griggs, Lachie Chatfield, Ryan Prain, Wade Wulms, Alyssa Landers and Chloe Wood. Photo: Morgan Fisher Photography.

Saturday debutantes: front, from left, Tayla Crabtree, Taylar Kerr, South Gippsland Secondary College principal Matt McPhee, Mayumi McPhee, Year 11 coordinator Mark Tudor, South Gippsland Shire Cr Mohya Davies, John Davies, Shannon Danckert and Kelsey Angwin. Second row, Bailey Harfield-Park, Ilana Jones, Brittany Roffey, Lucinda Tracy, Kim Shaw, Amba Sherry, Sharna Cumming and Darby Walker. Third row, Dylan LaCasa, Brad Pulham, Kieren Byers, Kobe McKenzie, RJ Brett, Kurt Jacobson, Tom Chester and Gus Staley. Photo: Morgan Fisher Photography.

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Environmental gong BUNURONG Coast Education (BCE) won the Victorian Coastal Council’s Award for Excellence in the education category recently. The award ceremony was held at 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 successes resulted in a win. A magnificent glass sculpture depicting Victoria’s marine emblem, the Weedy Sea Dragon, was presented by Ryan Smith, Victorian Minister for Environment and Climate Change. BCE is part of the South Gippsland Conservation Society.

Bass Coast Council briefs Planning handball IN an exception to the usual trend, Bass Coast Shire Council has handed responsibility for issuing planning certificates back to the State Government. Planning certificates will now be issued by Land Victoria on behalf of the Minister for Planning. Council’s strategic planning and engagement manager Jodi Kennedy said the change made sense. “The titles office can do it a lot quicker than we can and they can do it for a cheaper rate,” she said. Cr Bradley Drew said the new process was an example of “working smarter rather than harder”.

Sunset Strip moves slowly BASS Coast Shire Council moved to consult further with property owners before proceeding with a special charge scheme at Sunset Strip, Phillip Island. Forty-four per cent of property owners chose not to respond to council’s initial questionnaire. “That’s a pretty low response,” Cr Phil Wright said. “I think if we get the communication right, we’ll get the correct answer.” Council is proceeding cautiously after planning for a special charge scheme at Cape Paterson was rejected. Sixteen per cent of property owners at Sunset Strip responded they would be willing to contribute towards the project, which could require input of around $14,000 per property, while 40 per cent said they would not be willing to contribute. Council CEO Paul Buckley estimated the cost of sending a second letter to property owners would cost less than $1000.

Council supports libraries BASS Coast Shire Council endorsed the West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation Service Agreement at the council meeting last

Wednesday. The agreement outlines council’s responsibilities to the West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation. Cr Jordan Crugnale spoke in favour of the agreement. “The new agreement has more detail than the previous agreement. I totally endorse the agreement,” she said. Council also moved unanimously to join with South Gippsland Shire Council in supporting the MAV State Council. The MAV State Council will request the State Government fully fund the implementation of the findings of its report, Tomorrow’s Library.

Finance swap BASS Coast Shire Council has changed from monthly to quarterly financial reporting. The change was recommended by the Bass Coast Shire Council Audit Committee. Cr Andrew Phillips said one reason for moving away from monthly reports was that many insignificant discrepancies in the monthly reports were caused by “timing”, such as when bills were paid. He said quarterly reports would help avoid insignificant discrepancies. Council also adopted an audit plan for 2014–2017. “I believe these audits are the best audits to maximise our efficiencies,” Cr Phillips said.

Contracts go metro BASS Coast Shire Cr Bradley Drew questioned why two council contracts were awarded to metropolitan businesses. Contracts to prepare drainage management plans for the Silverleaves area and Sunset Strip were awarded to Energy Water Management –Metropolitan. Cr Drew asked whether local companies had applied and whether council gave local companies special consideration when choosing contractors.

Council CEO Paul Buckley answered council did give special consideration to local tenderers and considered the benefit to the local economy. He did not know whether local businesses had applied in this case.

Top honour: from left, South Gippsland Conservation Society president Dave Sutton, Bunurong Coast Education education officer Mike Cleeland, Minister for Environment and Climate Change Ryan Smith, the society’s Debbie Williams and education officer Rod Webster with the award.

Bigger museum GRADE 4 students from Wonthaggi North Primary School approached Bass Coast Shire Council to advocate on behalf of Wonthaggi and District Historical Society to increase the size of the society’s museum. Mayor Cr Neil Rankine congratulated the students on their initiative in meeting in person with councillors to push for a change the students feel is important to their community.

Piasente congratulated BASS Coast Shire Cr Bradley Drew acknowledged the service of Steve Piasente, who recently finished his employment with Bass Coast Shire Council. Mr Piasente worked with council for 19 years and was most recently community and economic development director. “He really has contributed to the community and council,” Cr Drew said.

Council rejects CSG UNDER urgent business, Bass Coast Shire Council moved unanimously to tell state election candidates council does not support coal seam gas mining. Council also said communities deserve certainty regarding the intentions of the next state government in relation to unconventional gas exploration and development. Council also supported the Surf Coast Shire Council’s motion of August 2014 to approach the Municipal Association of Victoria to determine its interest in leading a collaborative advocacy approach on CSG.

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Fishy’s garden grows By Sarah Vella THE Fish Creek Community Garden was only an idea in 2009 and now is an established community asset that continues to grow.

Green thumb: Juneen Schulz from the Fish Creek Community Garden said there are plans to expand the garden in the future.

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The garden is located alongside the Great Southern Rail Trail, and features several garden beds, trees and artwork. Dreamt up by Nadia Stefani and Jacki Dargaville, the first meeting was held to establish the garden in early 2010. It was originally under the auspice of the Fish Creek Development Group but has since become incorporated in its own right. In August 2013, Juneen Schulz was employed as facilitator of the garden. Ms Schulz has considerable experience in the role and is also the facilitator of Foster’s Manna Community Garden. Ms Schulz said the support from the community for the garden was greatly appreciated. “Quite a few locals like to donate their time or equipment and others do-

nate things such as mulch, manure, garden beds and artwork,” she said. “We meet at the garden once a fortnight on Friday morning from 10am to 12pm. We usually get about half a dozen people.” Ms Schulz said they are hoping to put in a “whole heap” more garden plots, which will be wicking beds. “Wicking beds use around 10 per cent of the water a normal garden bed would require. So we are hopeful to eventually turn all of our plots into wicking beds,” she said. “We would like to extend the garden, and hopefully expand to orchards as well. We also hope to get more art in the garden.” The garden has been involved in the first two years of the Tea Cosy Festival and Ms Shulz said she hopes this association continues. “We also want to involve the primary school more in the garden, and plans for the students to create artwork on the concrete troughs are progressing,” she said. “The garden volunteers have many ideas and plans for further developing the garden.”

Hospital ticks boxes SOUTH Gippsland Hospital has passed its major quality and safety check-up with flying colours, Victoria Minister for Health David Davis announced recently.

The hospital passed rigorous testing to gain its accreditation under the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards. “I congratulate South Gippsland Hospital on their ongoing commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety,” he said. Mr Davis said standards aimed to protect patients and improve the quality of healthcare. “I pay tribute to the doctors, nurses and health service management and boards for their dedication to maintaining safety and driving innovation in the delivery of quality care,” he said. Mr Davis said hospitals and public dental services in the community that undergo accreditation are assessed on 10 key indicators of performance. “These range from governance and partnering with consumers, to clinical standards such as infection control, medication safety, patient identification and procedure matching, clinical handover, blood, pressure injuries, clinical deterioration and falls prevention,” he said. “These standards, which apply to health services across the nation, provide a uniform set of measures of safety and quality across the various health care services such as hospitals, community health and dental services.”

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This has prompted the Country Fire Authority to call on residents to take more care. Nearly a quarter of all fires classed as ‘preventable’ were caused by cooking left unsupervised, as shown by the latest statistics for Victoria from June to August. The total number of preventable home fires across Victoria was 804 during winter.

Operations manager Alan Rankin said inattentiveness was an ongoing worry for firefighters. “People have an ‘it will never happen to me’ mindset, but the reality is that it does happen. Everyone needs to pay attention to the small mistakes that can cause fires at home,” he said. “Preventing a fire comes down to simple things like being aware of what distracts you when you’re in the kitchen and setting a timer so you don’t forget about what’s on the stove.” The Safe Mistake Zone online social media campaign has more information about risks in the kitchen.

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Saturday October 4, 2014 Support local business and your community SUPPORT Small Business Day takes place on Saturday, October 4, run by South Gippsland Shire Council and the Victorian Government. “We see it as a real celebration of what’s special about shopping locally, and that is supporting the

people who support our community,” council’s business liaison officer Renae Littlejohn said. Ms Littlejohn praised local businesses for supporting local sport clubs and schools as well as employing our young people. “And they do it really willingly,” she said. Ms Littlejohn said people do tend to purchase lo-

cally where they can. She pointed out local traders and their employees are knowledgeable about their customers, providing fast, personalised, trustworthy service that cannot be found in generic stores elsewhere. She said even young shoppers can go alone to buy items such as sports shoes, and parents can

Go local: South Gippsland Shire Council’s business liaison officer Renae Littlejohn encourages shoppers to shop at small businesses on Support Small Business Day, Saturday, October 4. She is pictured in Leongatha’s commercial strip.

trust they will receive good service and an appropriate product at a reasonable price. “What you can’t find in one town, you can generally find in another town,” she said. “South Gippsland is known for its boutique shopping and individual, beautifully created stores. “I like to see our main streets as an open air shopping centre.” Shopping strips in South Gippsland offer suitable car parking and accessibility. The Support Local Business Day website says the retail sector is one of Victoria’s largest employers, directly providing more than 300,000 jobs across the state. Each time you purchase from a small business, you could be helping to pay the salary for a friend, family member or neighbour. Ms Littlejohn encourages people to shop locally on October 4 and to value the experience. Shoppers will be able to win vouchers to spend at participating shops. See supportsmallbusinessday.vic.gov.au to find out which local businesses are participating. “When you spend locally, the money goes back into your own community,” Ms Littlejohn said.

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headbands is available to kick off your spring look. All bags in the store are 20 per cent off this week, so be quick to find yourself a matching clutch. There are fine spring scarves on offer at the terrific price of $14.95. Beads, jewellery and accessories in colourful and floral patterns are available to complete a spring racing outfit. LC Excessorise also has nail polish in stock in bright, vibrant colours.

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Find treasures The store in Meeniyan has hidden treasure and is full of character. For the best in home and giftware, come along and support the local business. The store is offering 20 per cent off on October 4 only for small business day. “Pop in and start a layby,” storeowner Kellie Thomas said.

Christmas is taken care of with a selection colourful of scarves, jewellery, clothing, candles, diffusers, cushions, throw rugs, lamps, decorator pieces and children’s gifts. The Duck Hutt also offers gift wrapping.

Right, Complete your home: Sophie Thomas shows off just some of the beautiful products Meeniyan’s The Duck Hutt has in store.

Experts: Leading Edge Telecom is a one stop telecommunications shop in the arcade connecting Bakers Delight and McCartin Street, Leongatha. It supplies Telstra services including internet, home and mobile phones and repairs, plus a wide range of accessories. From left, staff Nick Meadows, Greg Carruthers and Nikita Lillis have the knowledge and experience you expect from those working in this industry.

Modern styling: 19 years in business makes Leongatha’s Hair Bairs something of a fixture, if not a Bair Street institution. Between them the girls, Sandra Fleming, Skye Trease, Sonia Fleming (all pictured), Sharon Dennison, Brie Simpson and Emily Ardley have 84 years’ experience, and each is trained to offer the full package, including make-up. Hair Bairs is open six days a week including Wednesday and Thursday evenings by appointment.

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Saturday October 4, 2014

Woman of spirit WOMEN of Spirit is Kilcunda author Anne Crawford’s fifth book.

The book contains nine stories of inspirational country women who have been through hardship to become successful in various fields from race horse training to the dairy industry. The catalyst for Women of Spirit was a remark Crawford heard about there being women living in country Australia today like pioneers; from the outback to the high

country of Victoria and everywhere in between. The story of one is like a modern day version of a Henry Lawson story about a woman battling isolation, snakes and loneliness, having followed a man who had a hankering to live up in a remote part of the high plains. Many of the women were born into poverty and tin sheds but all have come through. Like Ms Crawford herself. She had a horse riding accident when aged 17, and

despite horse riding in the high country and Morocco, it took her until she was 50 to buy herself another horse. The author, in her own words, is “a born again horse rider”. Her fourth book, Great Australian Horse Stories, she said, “was my dream book.” Among the many stories it tells, are the horse stories of three or four Leongatha people which recollect the days of old before cars took over the highways and byways.

Storyteller: Anne Crawford displays her latest book, in stock at Leongatha Newsagency.

Summer sales at Jean Depot By Tayla Kershaw PREPARE for summer at Jean Depot, Leongatha. A great new summer range is coming into the store this year including boardies, bathers, shirts and dresses.

“We also have Oakley and Von Zipper sunglasses and a new range of Havianas, so get in quickly because they go pretty fast,” assistant store manager Sally Stafferton said. Jean Depot will once again be featured in the hall sale at Leongatha Memorial Hall in November. They will be clearing out their

old stock to make room for the fresh new range this season. The stock at the hall sale will be sold at up to more than 50 per cent off for the entire week. “It’s always worth a look at,” Sally said. “It gives people the opportunity to come away with a good price.”

Kitchenware: Henrietta’s manager Judi Stubbs has an extensive range of quality kitchen items on special.

Kitchens covered at Henrietta’s HENRIETTA’S has an exciting new range of homeware in stock. New kitchen aids can be purchased in Leongatha exclusively at Henrietta’s. The extensive range of dinner sets and cutlery are on special coming into Christmas. “We have all table needs covered,” manager Judi Stubbs said. Christmas stock will be available in October including ornate decorations. The giftware store and cafe moved to a

fantastic new location in Bair Street three months ago. It is accessible to customers, with rear access and plenty of parking. There will be plenty of promotions at Henrietta’s during the Christmas period. During this time, Judi said it is important to support small businesses and shop locally. “When you shop locally you get to see familiar friendly staff and back-up service,” she said.

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Saturday Oct 4, 2014

First class service FOR a kitchen or bathroom capable of being the best in Australia, home owners can’t go past an iconic South Gippsland business.

Leongatha Kitchens and Bathrooms has won a swag of awards over time, including being named a finalist in the 2014 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards. Co-owner Carrie Bruce placed as a runner up in the 2014 HIA Australian Business Partner of the Year category. Last year, she won the 2013 Victorian Business Partner of the Year, and the business enjoyed regional and state wins for South East Victoria Overall Kitchen Project and Victorian Outdoor Kitchen Project of the Year. The company won the HIA South East Victoria Housing Award – Overall Kitchen Project in 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2012, and also the 2009 HIA Victorian Special Needs Project of the Year. Established in 1981, the business is family owned and operated. With a reputation for quality, most clients come to the business through recommendations from previous clients.

The business employs qualified designers, carpenters and joiners who care about craftsmanship, and has the distinction of having a certified kitchen designer – former owner Don Bruce - within the company. The designer is qualified to design, draw and coordinate customers’ new kitchens. The team has the experience and expertise to know what features and materials will best suit your kitchen. A gold member of the Housing Industry Association (HIA), and Kitchen and Bathroom Designers Institute, the company is also a registered builder with the Building Commission Victoria. The company has builders warranty and liability insurances in place for your protection. Husband and wife team Dan and Carrie Bruce run Leongatha Kitchens and Bathrooms. Dan has more than 15 years’ experience in the industry, and liaises with clients, writes quotes and manages projects. Carrie is the office manager, and holds qualifications from the United States of America and Western Australia.

Students ride safely STUDENTS took part in the South Gippsland Bike Education Challenge on Tuesday, September 16. Participants in the event at Korumburra Primary School came from many schools, including Korumburra, Poowong, Nyora, Loch and Foster primary schools. The challenge built on the bike

Moo’s welcomes new team By Tayla Kershaw MOO’S at Meeniyan is introducing a fresh new team in the kitchen.

Trevor Baker will fill the role of head chef and Jack Panozzo is a first year apprentice. Jack is an 18 year old Leongatha local. “I think it’s great to support the youth in our area,” proprietor Marty Thomas said. “It’s good to give them opportunities and skills to build. This is a great opportunity for Jack, who is just out of school.” Customers can still expect the same friendly hospitality. Moo’s is open for breakfast and lunch from Monday to Thursday, and open for dinner on Friday and Saturday. The restaurant and cafe will be open seven days a

week from the start of January. Regular hours will operate around the Christmas period but it will be

closed on Christmas Day. A new spring menu will also be revealed soon.

New chef: Trevor Baker will be cooking up a storm in the Moo’s at Meeniyan kitchen as the new head chef.

lenge, two teams were selected to go on to the regional final. The two teams were Poowong primary’s number one team and the Foster primary team. Poowong school’s number two team also scored highly during the challenge. The two teams going on to the regional final received $200 to help with their travel costs.

Safe riders: from left, Jasper Davis and Chelsea Burrows of Foster Primary School, and Seb Ardley and Jess Rowe of Poowong Primary School will be going on to the regional final after their success at the South Gippsland Bike Education Challenge at Korumburra Primary School.

Getting tough on graffiti BASS Coast Shire Council has received $16,945 to help wipe out graffiti and improve public safety.

Leading way: the award winning team from Leongatha Kitchens and Bathrooms, from left, Ben Fitzpatrick, Paul Poletti, Kris Twite, Julie Blackman, Dan Bruce, Carrie Bruce, Aaron Perks and Daniel Betts.

education programs students have been taking part in at their schools. Activities on the day tested the students’ safety skills such as slow riding, emergency braking and signalling. Students chosen to participate were those who had shown interest and demonstrated the necessary skills. From the bike education chal-

The funding from the Victorian Government was announced by Bass MLA Ken Smith. Almost $500,000 has been provided to 26 projects across Victoria under the fourth round of the Graffiti Prevention and Removal grants program. “Stop Tagging, Start Street Art is a project aimed at removing graffiti, reducing the recurrence, introducing initiatives through the establishment of a community steering committee such as installing street art,” Mr Smith said. “This funding now allows the Bass Coast Shire Council and its’ partner entities to make their mark on the graffiti which litters our towns.” The project is the result of local groups and businesses, police, artists, schools, student advisory groups and

others working together with council. Brian Paynter, Liberal candidate for Bass said the Graffiti Prevention and Removal Grants program provides grants of up to $25,000 for councils across the state to partner with community groups to develop and support local responses to graffiti.

“The Victorian Coalition Government has now provided more than $1.4 million in grants to local communities for 83 projects to deter, prevent and clean-up illegal graffiti such as graffiti removal kits, education programs and environmental design features such as murals,” he said. Mr Smith said, “Graf-

fiti is a significant scourge on our landscape and there is nothing positive about illegally defacing public and private property. “The partnerships between local councils and community groups generated through this grants program also helps improve the visual amenity of neighbourhoods.”

Standing ground: from left, Brian Paynter, Liberal candidate for Bass, Bass MLA Ken Smith and Edward O’Donohue, Minister for Crime Prevention, at the funding announcement in Abraham Lane Wonthaggi, the worst graffiti target in Wonthaggi.

Mayor’s message Cr Jim Fawcett WHILE travel to faraway places is interesting and enjoyable, nothing can beat that feeling when you come home, albeit a little jet lagged, and see and smell the landscape of South Gippsland. We really are privileged to live safely in a beautiful part of the world. My thanks go to Cr Harding for holding the mayoral fort while Joan and I attended our son’s wedding in Romania. Council has received several enquiries from residents regarding a preliminary proposal to establish community work camps in regional areas, including Corner Inlet if suitable. Council has assisted the company GEO in its research work and supports its wish to hold public meetings in Port Welshpool to outline its vision directly with the community and answer questions. I would encourage interested parties to attend the meeting at the ferry terminal on Monday, October 6 at 2pm or 6pm to gain a better understanding of the proposal and provide feedback. It was good to hear Minister Ryan’s news of an $18,200 grant to help coun-

cil to establish a recycled goods shop at the Koonwarra Transfer Station. I think we’ve all eyed off something someone else has dumped, and the idea is a terrific one to extend the life of a resource and reduce waste to landfill by up to 50 tonnes each year. Council will match the grant to build a large shed on the site which will integrate the entry office with the shop. The grant is from the government’s Rural and Regional Transfer Stations Upgrade Fund and the shop is yet another initiative from council towards a more sustainable future. Bookings are flowing in to council already for the annual seniors concert at the Korumburra Indoor Recreation Centre on Friday, October 10. This year a light lunch will be offered at noon before the concert, rather than an afternoon tea afterward, and the Koonwarra Line Dancers will entertain before country music star James Blundell takes to the stage at 2pm. While the concert is free, tickets must be obtained to manage numbers (concert usually sells out early) so call 5662 9200 and your tickets can be posted out or collected from council reception.

The concert is just one of nine events in the shire during the October Victorian Seniors Festival and there are many more events across the state. A program of these events with details can be viewed on www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au. As the weather warms up, there are more things to see and do, and one looming for those who enjoy a good book is the Coal Creek Literary Festival on Saturday, October 4. Several published authors will talk of their journey and participate in various forums, so there’s some wonderful cerebral candy laid on for those inclined. Leave time to have a wander around Coal Creek as well. The small but dedicated staff team and volunteers work hard to deliver outcomes for the park and were recently named finalists in three categories in the annual Tidy Towns awards, with the winners to be announced in October. Work is also underway for the massive Halloween party on Friday, October 31 which draws thousands of fun loving families to the park. Cr Jim Fawcett, mayor.

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The home welcomes an abundance of natural light and offers views over the township to the rolling hills from the living areas of the house. Outside, the property is fully fenced and there is a large double garage with workshop. This house would make a great family home or investment property.

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OUTSTANDING DAIRY OPPORTUNITY - ‘CARINYAH’ Water: from MIL main canal 4 wheels - 20mgl S&D and MIL 816 Del Ent. Bore: Licensed fully equipped 6”spearpoint electric bore (200mgl annual extraction) Rotary Dairy: 44 unit h/d Hargraves platform, Westfalia milking machines and Waikato pulsators. D/E Milk pump and 10,200lt Barry brown (horiz) milk vat c/w 350lt & 950lt hot water units. Autowash Dairy yards and AI/Husbandry race. Quality feed system, 3x48lt grain storage silos c/w pencil augers, roller mill and dispenser, incl. 45”x 9”filler auger plus another 2x66t grain storage silos. Excellent shedding: machinery shed and attached workshop, also a large tractor/machinery shed. Housing: Main home: A very comfortable 3/4 bedroom weatherboard homestead (renovated/refurbished), modern conveniences. Second home: 3 bedroom quality fibro workers or sharefarmers home. School bus (primary and secondary schools) and roadside mail/paper delivery.

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tioners and wood heater to cover heating and cooling needs. Vehicle parking includes garage and carport and new raised double carport is suitable for caravan and boat storage. A workshop with power, summer house, the cutest of potting sheds and two separate chook runs dotted around the gardens cater for hobbies. Each aspect of the gardens is a delight, with raised vegetable beds, fruit trees, all the berries imaginable and themed garden beds. Position is everything. Just a short walk into town, this very special property in the heart of popular Meeniyan is one anyone would be proud to call home.

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ture the original fireplaces. Ducted natural gas heating throughout keeps the home cosy during the colder months. The eight year old extension carries the high ceilings through, seamlessly blending old and new, with kitchen and dining, study/second lounge, bathroom with a classic claw foot bath, and laundry. A 4.5 kilowatt solar electric system, along with a solar hot water

system, means your daily running costs will be minimal. Two carports, an office, a bungalow and a separate workshop, all linked by brick paving, complete the outside. It is all set on an 841m2 block only 300 metres from Leongatha CBD. Come and let this classic home charm you.

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Get ready, get set PRIMARY School students were off and racing at Wonthaggi Secondary College recently.

Around 200 primary school students attended the annual Fantastic Racers day. Students spend hours designing and decorating a race car to bring to the event, part of the secondary college’s transition program. Secondary leaders marshalled races and assisted to judge the fastest, straightest running and most decorative car. Newhaven Primary School took home the championship cup with convincing wins in all categories.

Handmade: Kongwak Primary School’s Kathryn and Zarli shared a car on the day.

Spot on: Jenny Christopher and Leah Smith, medical imaging technologists specialising in the field of mammography at Gippsland Southern Health Service, with the new mammography unit.

Machine boosts cancer detection Colourful: from left, Karli, Maya, Chloe and Jorja had bright cars at Fantastic Racers day.

Young art on show STUDENTS at Wonthaggi North Primary School have an artistic flair.

During term three, they have explored printing in art classes run by teacher Joy McKaige. They have indulged in mono

printing, silk screen, marbling, water prints, shaving cream and dye prints, roller and stamps and butterfly prints.

GIPPSLAND Southern Health Service has recently acquired state of the art mammography technology. The machine is located at the Medical Imaging Department at the Leongatha Hospital. The new Siemens Inspiration Mammomat machine compiles both 2D and 3D images at the same time. Like a CT scan of breast tissue, it can detect abnormalities even when hidden by overlapping tissue. The tomogram separates out layers of tissue and calcifications, making for more accurate interpretation and diagnosis. The radiologist can be more confident in reading these detailed images, with diagnosis greatly improved.

There is more than 15 per cent improved early detection with this machine so women can feel reassured. The examination is similar to a typical mammogram – the breast is still compressed. Leah Smith and Jenny Christopher, familiar faces around Gippsland Southern Health Service, will be conducting the mammo clinics every Thursday. They have many years’ experience in the specialised field of mammography, and are pleased to bring the latest diagnostic equipment and techniques to the community. A referral is needed from your doctor to access this service. The machine was bought with funding from the Department of Health.

Mayor’s message Cr Neil Rankine

Lots of work: Iyla, Zhane, Damon and Hailey lent a hand in making the leaves for the big mural at Wonthaggi North Primary School.

Firewood season open THE spring firewood collection season opened across Victoria recently, Eastern Victoria Region MLA Danny O’Brien announced. “From September 1, designated firewood collection areas will open after being closed during winter,” he said. “Gippslanders will be able to collect firewood for domestic use until November 30.” Mr O’Brien said that since 2011, firewood collection on public land had been made easier and more affordable under changes made by the Victorian Government. “The Victorian Government has reduced the

burden of red tape put in place under the previous Labor government and made it easier for households to access an annual supply of firewood by abolishing useless permits,” he said. Firewood collection is only permitted during designated times of the year and from designated firewood collection areas. Firewood collected at these sites is for personal use only and cannot be sold. Official signs will display the rules and collection limits. “It’s also important to remember that those who aren’t collecting their own firewood need to buy it from licensed operators,” Mr O’Brien added. For more information and updates visit www.depi. vic.gov.au or call 136 186.

COUNCIL recently hosted a forum to discuss issues surrounding dogs on Inverloch beaches with community members and visitors. There was a call at the forum for increased enforcement of the local laws for dogs, which council will discuss at the October meeting. As a number of people pointed out, however, if we get this right, we won’t need to enforce the laws as people will understand the different needs for each area, and we will have the areas well defined. I’d also like to think our community may help to spread the message and give a friendly reminder to those visitors or others who may be unaware they are doing the wrong thing. We decided to undertake a formal, comprehensive, place based consultation process because people didn’t feel they had been well consulted previously. At the forum we heard a lot of concerns and I think people appreciated the ability to be able to voice them directly to councillors and council staff. I believe we are now ready to move into solution mode. We are looking forward to receiving a recommended solution from the Inverloch community, to go alongside recommendations from other groups involved such as the Domestic Animal Management Advisory Committee. Council will take all of these recommendations into consideration and will discuss the matter at the November meeting. While any decision will likely only apply to Inverloch for this summer, we will be

visiting other areas in the shire for consultation in future. In the meantime, the current conditions regarding dogs on beaches and off-leash areas apply. It does seem some people may have a misunderstanding of the current rules regarding dogs, and this perhaps is the reason why there are so many incidents of dogs being walked off-leash when they shouldn’t be. To reinforce the law, dogs are required to be on-leash everywhere across the shire, not just on beaches. The only public areas dogs can be offleash is in designated off-leash areas. Information on where these areas are can be found on council’s website: www.basscoast. vic.gov.au/dogwalking. So whether you’re walking down the main street, through residential areas, at the park or on a beach, your dog needs to be on a leash unless you are in an off-leash area. I encourage people to check signs carefully before letting their dog off for a run. On a different note, applications for the third round of community grants will be open from October 9 to 22, with general community grants available for equipment up to $1000 and $2500 for other projects. I encourage all community groups looking for funding for projects that have not applied for a community grant before to consider whether they are eligible and discuss their grant idea with council’s grants officer. Cr Neil Rankine, mayor.

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Guides sleep out for India GIRL Guides from Leongatha and Phillip Island slept out in the Performing Arts Centre at Leongatha

Primary School recently to raise funds for the Guide Centre in India. The girls were kept busy

with a variety of activities with an Indian theme and enjoyed an Indian style dinner. To mimic the feel of sleeping in the slums of India, the girls

slept in boxes, although they were pretty comfortable inside the centre. The girls raised $270 for Sangam, the Guide Centre in

Roughing it for a cause: Girl Guides taking part in the sleep out were, back, from left, Chelsea Markley, Siobhan Beecroft, Charlotte Hall, Alex Wildes, Courtney Allen, Meg Minogue, Molly Clark and Ella Dale-Haywood. Front, Charlotte Hadrian, Allison Hall, Leeah O’Meara, Anna Samon and Ava Patterson.

India. As well as running a Girl Guide unit, this centre also runs Guide conferences and camps and supports a number of local charities. It is situated in Pune,

India and is one of five Girl Guide world centres. Anyone interested in Girl Guides can contact Chris Oliver at coliver@guidesvic.org.au

In the spirit: from left, Girl Guides Meg Minogue, Anna Samon and Molly Clark adorn Indian dress for the sleep out in Leongatha.

Marquee ticks boxes at falls THE new marquee acquired by the Friends of Agnes Falls was on show during the friends’ open day at the falls recently.

Above, ROSE Natalia Deery was born on September 22 at the Leongatha Hospital. Rose is another daughter for Karen and Paul of Inverloch, and a sister for Charlie, 8, and Erica, 7. Left, ALYSSA Holly Geddes was born to Josh and Jane (nee Mayo) of Bendigo on September 6. She is the couple’s first child.

The event was held in conjunction with Bushcare’s Major Day Out. The occasion was the first time the new marquee had been used. It was purchased with funding from the discretionary funds of South Gippsland Shire Council’s Corner Inlet Ward councillors Jeanette Harding, Mohya Davies and Kieran Kennedy. Group members spoke with many visitors, all delighted with the beautiful grounds, new visitor facilities and the falls. They were pleased to hear about future plans and improvements, particularly the concept idea of the proposed cantilever gorge viewing platform. The Friends of Agnes Falls found the marquee perfect for the display of information, refreshments, and Agnes Falls souvenir products. The Friends plan to make use of the marquee at future open days at the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve, local shows and

other outdoor events, so the volunteer members, and items on display and for sale, are protected undercover. During the day, some 45 cars and more than 100 people visited the falls, including a camera club from Cranbourne, locals from Toora and Foster, as well as day trippers from Melbourne and many parts of Gippsland, including

Lions Terry Hall, Greg Dyke, Adrian Marriner, Karl Scothern and Klaus Edel recently spent time building a concrete path at a house at the Licola Wilderness Village. The village has been run by Lions clubs for 40 years, offering camps for disadvantaged children and special needs groups. Inverloch Lions also removed nails from corrugated iron roof and replaced them with roofing screws, removed tiles in toilets, and also removed the toilets and floor due to water damage. Last week, Lions returned to Licola to fit a new floor in the toilet area and waterproof

the new floor. They also installed two new modern toilet suites and associated plumbing in readiness for a working bee there next month. That will entail replacing facia board on the front veranda, building a roof over back steps and blocking gaps in roofing iron to exclude embers. Lions will also re-tile the bathroom floor, refurbish back steps, replace microwave oven, and undertake general painting and a clean-up.

Right, Taking shape: Inverloch and District Lions Club members, from left, Karl Scothern, Adrian Marriner and Greg Dyke at work at Licola Wilderness Village.

A group of volunteers from the Wellington shire’s Sale visitor information centre, along with its tourism co ordinator Bernie Dillon, also visited. Having now seen the falls themselves, they said they would be keen to promote the Agnes Falls at all shire visitor information centres.

On show: Friends of Agnes Falls members Turid Lange, vice-president Peter Lee and treasurer Werner Lange undercover in the new marquee funded by South Gippsland Shire Council.

Lions hard at work at Licola A RETREAT in the mountains is receiving a spruce up courtesy of the volunteers of the Inverloch and District Lions Club.

Traralgon, Morwell, Mirboo North, Sale and Maffra. Many enjoyed a picnic in the bushland picnic ground, and were keen to receive information about the vegetation and types of birds on site. A number of visitors had never been to the Agnes Falls before, and said they were certain to come again.

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Your invited to join...

Clubs, Groups & Volunteers Swimming with Sharks LEONGATHA Sharks Swimming Club will host a come and try night on Tuesday, October 14. Juniors (Under 8 to Under 12) are welcome at Leongatha Splash from 6.15pm to 7.15pm and intermediate/seniors (13 years and over) from 7.15pm – 8.15pm. Current club members are also being encouraged to bring their mates along on the night, part of the Sharks’ voracious recruitment drive for the upcoming season. Sharks president Peter Bellingham said the club was keen to get more members on board, but it did not matter how proficient potential recruits

were. There are plenty of top line coaches at the club, who are only too willing to show newbies the ropes. Mr Bellingham, whose whole family competes during the season, believed swimming is a life skill everyone should have. He is keen to see both children and parents in the pool. “Swimming is more than just a sport. It’s a life skill children will have forever. Because of its nature swimming also teaches children selfdiscipline, which in turn projects into self confidence,” Mr Bellingham said. “Living in the country and having the facilities available to us, there really is no excuse for a child not to learn to swim. Very few children

make it to the elite level of swimming but basic life saving skills should be non-negotiable.” While competition can heat up in the pool, Mr Bellingham said the club was “a family orientated club that focuses on fun and fitness first”. “If a child has the drive and ability to go to higher levels, we have the coaches and the means to help get them there, but if they just want to have a bit of fun with their friends, that’s great too,” he said. “We not only encourage the children to have a swim, we also encourage parents to become active, and cater for them by having a dedicated coached training session during the week for parents to enjoy.”

Welcome: from left, Mitchell Elliot, Wendy Wyhoon and Ricky McNaughton extend a warm welcome at the Leongatha RSL Club.

One to remember OCTOBER is Promotion Month at Leongatha RSL on the corner of Michael Place and Smith Street. Become a member during the month of October and receive 15 months’ membership for the price of 12, and at $25 that is a bargain. Furthermore, it is a bargain which comes with all the benefits enjoyed by members at the club. First and foremost the warm and welcoming staff at the club; the likes of Ricky McNaughton, Mitchell Elliot and Wendy Wyhoon make it feel like a home away from home. But that is only the beginning. Members receive 10 per cent off the price of all drinks and meals.

This discount extends to clubs throughout Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. Members’ happy hour is every Thursday and Friday night, and one lucky member present at the club will also win between $800 and $1000 on each of those nights. Every purchase made at the bar accumulates points which can be redeemed in house. There is also a monthly promotion, with a lucky member winning a voucher to be spent at a local business. Affiliate membership to the RSL extends to descendents of those who have served in a defence force, at home or abroad - Australian or foreign - as well as to the family of those currently serving.

Become a Member!

And allow us to give more back to the community

Come and try: Leongatha Sharks’ Rem Dal Pozzo had a stellar season in 2013-14 and can’t wait to do it all again.

Come ‘n’ Try SWIMMING TRAINING SESSION The Leongatha Swimming Club invites you to come along to a FREE introductory training session

Tuesday October 14

Choose from three memberships available: · Service Membership - $25.00 Those eligible must have completed: · six months service at any time with the Australian or Allied Defence Forces or six months service with the Defence Forces of any other country, providing such service was during a period when that country was an ally of the Commonwealth in a theatre of conflict and the service was in that theatre of conflict during that period. · Affiliate Membership - $25.00 Those who do not qualify for the service membership but are a relative of a Service or Life Member of the RSL, or of a person who, at the time of their death, was eligible to be a service member. National Congress has also given approval for Police, Ambulance, Fire Brigade and SES personnel to become Affiliate members provided documentation proving a minimum six months' service accompanies any application. · Social Membership - $30.00 Others persons approved by the Committee who are not eligible for service or affiliate membership.

MEMBER DRAWS Every Thursday & Friday nights | Win $800-$1000

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AND BISTRO Cnr Smith Street & Michael Place LEONGATHA Reception 5662 2747 | Office 5662 2012 Info provided for the benefit of members, guests and authorised visitors.

Give it your all: devoted Sharks competitor and supporter Mia Bellingham makes her opinions clear on who she wants to win. Photo courtesy of Susan Carmody Photography, Inverloch.

Juniors: 8-11 years, 6:15pm to 7:15pm

Seniors: 12-17 years, 7:15pm to 8:15pm

Pups: Friday October 17 Under 8 years, 4:15pm to 5:15pm The emphasis will be on fun with no obligation. Free icy pole on conclusion.

Parents are most welcome to come long and meet our coaches and ask questions For more information on the Leongatha Swimming Club visit our website www.gathasharks.com

LEONGATHA AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB Normal Splash entry costs apply.

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Clubs, Groups & Volunteers Fun, fitness, friends LEONGATHA Gymnastics Club has been running in Leongatha for the past 21 years.

The club has more than 200 members ranging from just walking through to teenagers.

Young guns: riders compete in one of the A Grade track events last season.

Welcome to track cycling LEONGATHA Cycling Club is welcoming all juniors interested in track racing on the velodrome to come along to a special introductory evening. This will take place on Thursday, October 16 from 7pm-9pm. Activities on the night include a talk by level two coach Tony Smith about training and diet and setting up of a bicycle that will suit your size. You may even be run through a series of exercises which are ideal for prerace stretching, run by the club’s top

junior Thomas McFarlane. Riders of any ability are welcome to come along and hear about this great sport and there is no obligation to join immediately. You don’t need your own track bike; this will be provided for you by the club. After the preparation night, there will be training nights on Wednesday, October 22 and Wednesday, October 29 for any new and returning riders to acclimatise themselves to the velodrome; from 6.30pm-7.30pm. The first racing night for the season is Friday, October 31 from 7.30pm; ar-

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rive by 7.15pm to be ready to race. Racing will run till Christmas, then there’ll be a break before racing resumes again in mid-January through to March, 2015. Last year some 18 juniors turned up for the track night and quite a few joined up. So get on your bike, get fit and get to the club’s first preparation night. Mums and dads are welcome to come with their children to learn more as well. For further information contact Maree McFarlane on 0409 009 719.

Superb moves LEONGATHA GYMNASTICS

FREE TRIAL CLASSES Free trial lesson South Gippsland Baton Twirlers has training every Wednesday from 4.30-6:00pm at the Leongatha Secondary College gym

Contact Cassie Raschle (coach) at gippslandtwirlers@y7mail.com

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The sport involves a combination of gymnastics, dancing and twirling a baton. It helps to develop confidence and ambidexterity. Great for all ages Opportunities for competing in state, national and from 5 upwards international competitions.

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Saturday Oct 11 |7.30pm Cost $30 pp Nibbles provided

BYO European beer & stein or wine & glass Prizes for the best dressed Beer Wench & Bavarian Boy Contact Renee Littlejohn 0428 686 250

All ages and abilities, experience the thrill of track racing safely, under the guidance and support of our highly regarded and experienced nationally qualified coach. So whether you want to learn new skills, try something different, or purely just to have fun. A sport for the entire family! LCC can provide track bikes for you to try.

TRACK PREPARATION NIGHT October 16, 7pm to 9pm Leongatha Netball Assoc. Clubrooms, Leongatha Rec Reserve Presented by Tony Smith – Cycling Coach Level 2 Bring: Track Bike, Road Bike, Bike Shoes, Floor Rug Plate of Supper Wear: Bike Knicks, Tracksuit, Runners Topics: Diets, Bike Setup, Training, Exercise, Stretching

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Flexible form: Lily Akers and Zoe Turner represented Leongatha Gymnastics Club at the Senior Gippsland Championships recently. Leongatha Gymnastics Club had two representatives at the Senior Gippsland Championships held in Maffra on September 7. Well done to both girls who competed well on the day.

Competitive and recreational gymnastics is held for boys and girls of school age, as well as specialised classes in trampoline, rhythmic, walking to preschool ages and a Special Olympics class. The club runs five nights a week and one morning in two locations: Monday to Thursday in Leongatha at St Laurence O’Toole Primary School and Fridays in Foster. Preschool classes run on a Tuesday morning. Gymnastics is considered a grass roots sport in Australia because of the life skills children learn through the club’s programs. These include balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, body awareness, body tension and self esteem. The club is still taking enrolments for term four and 2015. If you are interested please contact the club. The club is also holding free come and try sessions on Monday, December 1 and Tuesday, December 2 from 4pm and bookings are essential.

THE Gippsland Twirlers competed in the Victorian Baton Twirling Championships at Dandenong Netball Stadium recently.

The girls arrived at the venue prepared with their costumes chosen, and their hair and make-up done. Kristy O’Loughlin placed third in her intermediate strut and Ainslee Logan placed third in her beginner strut. Siobhan Beecroft won the one baton and placed second in her beginner strut. Two of the girls achieved gold scores on their entry level solo and one achieved gold on her level one solo. All girls will progress onto the next solo level next year. They also competed together and placed second in their junior small team. Kristy, Ainslee and Siobhan all performed well and the team’s performance as a whole made coach Cassie Raschle proud. Baton twirling is a fantastic sport that combines skills from dancing, gymnastics and twirling a baton. It helps to develop confidence and ambidexterity as well as working with a team. There are

competitors of all ages from five years to adult, and opportunities to compete at state, national and international levels. The club would love

to involve more people in the sport. For more information or a free trial lesson, please email Cassie Raschle: gippslandtwirlers@y7mail.com.

Star performers: members of the Gippsland Twirlers to excel at the Victorian Baton Twirling Championships were, from left, Siobhan Beecroft, Kristy O’Loughlin and Ainslee Logan.

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Your Clubs, Groups invited to join... & Volunteers

Crafty delights THE Leongatha Twilight Branch of the Country Women’s Association will this week host a speed crafting evening - think of it as speed dating for craft.

Over the course of two hours you will have the chance to learn the basics of sponge making, be shown how to make jam or lemon butter, get a chance to propagate a succulent and be given an introduction to knitting and crocheting, all in four 30 minute sessions. CWA members will share with you their knowledge and give all involved the chance to have a bit of fun, and to learn something new.

A light supper will follow. The evening, to be held on Wednesday, October 1 starting a 7.30pm, is open to all members of the community aged eight and above, and will be held in the Korumburra meeting rooms, just behind the library. There is no charge, though a gold coin donation would be appreciated to offset the costs. Enquires and/or RSVP to 0417 576 429.

Off and running: Jacob McRae (left) competes in the hurdles at the State Track and Field Championships in March. Leongatha Little Athletics Club is encouraging new members to join. The new season started on Saturday, October 11. To register, contact Sue Ritchie on 0413 000 877 or online at www.lavic.com.au

Korumburra loves Karmai KORUMBURRA Primary School students took part in their school production, King Karmai, on Wednesday, September 17 at the Korumburra Recreation Centre. Director Gabi Smith was thrilled with the production’s success. “It was perfect – absolutely perfect,” she said. Many parents and well wishers attended to watch the children perform songs and dances in costume. Aaron Lopez-Freeman, as the King Karmai or giant worm, was the master of ceremonies. Students, staff and other helpers prepared the event in 12 weeks. All 430 students at the school took part. They were accompanied by a band made up of students from Korumburra Primary School and Korumburra Secondary College.

Karmai production: from left, Kieran Lewis, Aaron Lopez-Freeman, Kaylah Thomas, Taleesha Kelly and Andrea Axford, with Sione Ahokava in front, starred in Korumburra Primary School’s production of King Karmai.

Run, run, run at LPS LEONGATHA Primary School students ran rings around their oval on Tuesday, September 16 during the school lapathon.

During the fundraising event, all school students completed as many laps of the oval as they could in 30 minutes, earning sponsorship money generously provided to the school by family and friends. The money will go

Wednesday 1 October 2014 7:00pm for 7:30pm start Korumburra Community Centre (behind the library) 165 Commercial Street, Korumburra Open to all 8 years old and above

towards improved sport facilities for the school. “We’re building a junior basketball court in the Prep area,” Leongatha Primary School principal Rob Higgins said. Students completed their laps by running, walking or, for those in wheelchairs, rolling across the grass. The young athletes were rewarded with an icypole at the completion of the event.

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Mental health help at hand MENTAL Health First Aid training will be offered to members of community based organisations across Victoria so the early signs of mental ill health can be recognised and acted on, Eastern Victoria Region MLC Danny O’Brien said. “The Minister for Mental Health, Mary Wooldridge has announced a Victorian Coalition Government training package of $350,000 which will give people the skills and capacity to help someone who is developing a mental illness until professional help is available,” he said. “Mental Health First Aid International will be funded to deliver training to organisations which interact with a large number of community members. We are seeking expressions of interest for the training from non-government organisations and community groups such as local cricket, football, netball clubs, neighbourhood houses or men’s sheds.” Community organisations have the choice

of applying for instructor training which accredits people to deliver the standard 12 hour training course to members of their own organisations in their own community, or for the standard 12 hour mental health first aid training course for those interested in being trained in first aid. Similar courses are available specifically for individuals who deal primarily with young people. “There are so many health issues which are more widely talked about and supported, but fewer of us know what to do when somebody we know is struggling with mental health,” Mr O’Brien said. “This funding will allow community members to do mental health first aid training or an instructor course so they are equipped to assist someone who is developing a mental illness until professional help is available. This will be particularly useful in rural areas where mental health services are not as readily available as in the cities.” Expressions of interest are now open until Monday, October 6 and can be accessed from www.health.vic.gov.au/mentalhealth or by emailing mhfa@health.vic.gov.au

The support group from Bass Coast has spent $40,000 on a block making machine, transport and a 10 day instruction course on how to use the machine. Although its three year registration with the Department of Justice expired on August 30, the group will continue to raise funds until a new permit is granted. The Kongor school project was set to begin in February, but the fighting that had started in December last year steadily escalated and is now in its eighth month. “We are glad we had not managed to purchase the building tools and materials as they would surely have been looted,” Ms Di Stefano said. “Sadly, we have lost contact with the leader of the project in South Sudan, and with the companies we had organised to do the purchasing and transport. We sincerely hope we can regain the contacts once the civil war is over. Of course, the companies will then need time to rebuild.” Though peace has not been won in South Sudan, Kongor School Support Group members are patiently waiting with faith they will be able to start soon. The United Nations described the situation in South Sudan as the worst food crisis in the world on August 4. Ten thousand people have been killed in the past seven months. Millions have been forced to flee their homes; the country is on the brink of famine. The Kongor School Support Group needs your help. Make your donation to the Bendigo Bank under the account name Kongor Primary School with the account number 143296820 and BSB number 633-000. All donations are welcome.

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Interlocks to make drink drivers think twice THEY say you should not mix your drinks, but from October 1 there are even more reasons not to mix your drinking and driving.

Victorian Roads Minister Terry Mulder said the expanded alcohol interlock program starting on October 1 will be tougher than ever on drink drivers and will make people think twice about having ‘just one more’. “Messages about the dangers of drink driving have become everyday terms; we know if you drink then drive you are a ‘bloody idiot’. But amazingly there are still people choosing to have too many drinks and then drive,” he said. “Drink drivers are responsible for 25 to 30 per cent of deaths and 11 per cent of serious injuries on our roads. Even more astounding is the fact that 20 per cent of people caught are repeat offenders, so we are cracking down on them as well as first time offenders.” Mr Mulder said a campaign to highlight the introduction of the interlock laws is now on the airwaves. TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore said the campaign was aimed at drink drivers and riders, in particular young males, to discourage them from getting behind the wheel after a few drinks. “Our research tells us that males are more likely than females to report having driven over the legal blood alcohol limit,” she said. “The campaign drives home the message of inconvenience by depicting a number of everyday scenarios that will be interrupted by blowing into the interlock. “Ultimately, the inconvenience of having an interlock pales in comparison with the potential tragedy of drink

driving and killing or seriously injuring yourself or an innocent road user. It’s simply not worth it.” From October 1, every repeat offender will have to fit an alcohol interlock to any vehicle they drive. A large number of first time drinkdrivers and riders will also now end up with an alcohol interlock. Current laws for alcohol interlocks target offenders with a BAC of 0.15 or more, most repeat offenders and young drivers with a BAC of 0.07 or more. Now added to that list will be: • all probationary drivers and learner drivers regardless of their BAC; • other drivers who have a BAC of 0.07 to 0.15; • drivers with a BAC under 0.07 whose licences are cancelled, including professional drivers of buses, taxis and vehicles over 15 tonnes; • all repeat offenders with a BAC reading under 0.07; • novice motorcycle riders who are subject to a zero BAC limit; and • serious alcohol related offences under the Sentencing Act 1991, including first offences. The alcohol interlock condition will apply for at least six months after relicensing and at least 12 months for repeat offenders. An alcohol interlock stops vehicles from being started if the driver has been drinking. They are proven to reduce drink driving by up to 64 per cent while they are fitted. “Alcohol interlocks help people to separate their drinking from their driving. So far the program in Victoria has already prevented people affected by alcohol from driving their vehicles 250,000 times,” Mr Mulder said. “Under the changes, it is estimated that at least 10,000 drink drivers a year will have

to fit alcohol interlocks to any vehicle they drive, a 100 per cent increase on today’s numbers. “That is 10,000 people who will have to explain their poor decision making to anyone who gets in their car, explain it to their boss, their mum. “It’s inconvenient, it’s embarrassing and it’s avoidable. It’s just not worth it. “Don’t plan to drive if you are going to have a drink. If you do, you might end up with your own private booze bus in your car,” Mr Mulder said. For more information on the new interlock program, go to www.vicroads. vic.gov.au

Inconvenience: using an interlock device will consume more time than you think, according to a TAC campaign.

Dodge distractions, girls urge drivers VICTORIA’S brightest young female footballers are the face of a new TAC social media campaign, urging drivers and pedestrians not to be distracted while on the road.

Too hard: female footballers demonstrate the difficulty of staying focused on a footy drill while trying to operate a mobile phone.

This is the first time female footballers have been called on to share important road safety messages. Players from Sandringham Dragons, Calder Cannons and North Ballarat Rebels’ youth girls academies have come together to feature in the clips, to be used primarily used through the TAC’s social media channels. Each video illustrates in a light-hearted way how being distracted can seriously impair various activities, be it wearing headphones, using a mobile phone or holding a smoothie while carrying out drills at footy training. TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore said the innovative videos emphasised the crucial role women played as peer leaders and influencers in their social circles. “Despite the fact men account for the majority of road deaths, women have a vital role to play in tackling this problem,” Ms Dore said. “Encouraging men and other women to take their driving seriously is key in making

everyone’s journey a safe one.” While four in five drivers and pedestrians killed on Victorian roads in the first eight months of this year were male, almost half of all passengers killed were female. “While these clips are great fun, there’s a very serious underlying message,” Ms Dore said. “Being distracted is one of several leading causes of road trauma, especially for younger people, so it is vital that everyone understands distractions lead to disaster.” Women’s football is the fastest growing participation area of Australian Rules across the country. Its growing popularity has seen the number of AFL Victoria Youth Girls Academies increase to five for 2015, with the potential for up to eight by 2016. These academies ensure the state’s best under-18 girls footballers can train with their local TAC Cup clubs. Like the TAC Cup, the girls involved take part in road safety programs including club and community-based driving activities. Earlier this year, the TAC earlier formed a three-year partnership with AFL Victoria to support these academies, fostering strong leadership skills for young women on and off the field.

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Wonthaggi ready for relay WONTHAGGI is being painted purple.

Dedicated members: service awards were presented by CFA operations officer Bill Alards (right) to from left, Loch CFA captain Greg Hodge, firefighter George Teague (15 years), firefighter Barbara Jenkins (25 years) and lieutenant Stuart Nation (30 years).

With Relay For Life less than seven weeks away, businesses are being urged to show their support by turning purple to raise awareness. Traders in Wonthaggi are encouraged to decorate their shop windows with all things purple in the lead up to the Cancer Council Victoria community event. With purple the symbolic colour of Cancer Council’s Relay For Life, local businesses will compete with each other to alert the community to the event and the impact of cancer. Prizes will be awarded towards the end of the week by Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Neil Rankine for most creative window. Around 249 people are diagnosed annually with cancer in the Bass Coast region, creating a great need for support in the community. The relay will be held at the State Coal Mine on Saturday and Sunday, November 8 and 9. The volunteer committee is hoping for a big event and expect the purple promotion will help spread the message. Nine teams have already signed up to walk in support of local residents, but more

are still encouraged to get on board. Volunteer committee member Simone Short said most people had friends or family touched by cancer and Relay For Life provided a way to support one another through a cancer experience. “Wonthaggi businesses can support those in the community affected

by cancer by painting themselves purple to spread the message of Relay For Life and how others can get involved,” she said. “Walking through Wonthaggi and seeing shop windows awash in purple will also help get the town excited about this year’s event.” Volunteers will be delivering paint the town

purple packs. To get involved with the promotion, contact Allison Gamble on 0408 135 274. To join the Wonthaggi Relay For Life, phone 1300 65 65 85 or visit relayforlife. org.au. There will also be an information night on Wednesday, October 29, 5.30pm at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club, 75 Graham Street, Wonthaggi.

Colouring life: Wonthaggi Relay For Life coordinator Allison Gamble and volunteer committee member Caroline Bousfield painted the Wonthaggi Plaza purple for a day recently. The next Relay For Life stall will be held on Saturday, October 4.

Janet Iles celebrates 100 years THE Port Welshpool Maritime Museum is ready to celebrate.

First class: the National Medal recognises long and diligent service by volunteers who risk their lives or safety to protect others during an emergency or national disaster. CFA board member Michael Freshwater (right) presented the medal to Loch CFA’s, from left, lieutenant Len Wyhoon, firefighter Graham Dickens, lieutenant Peter Sullivan, captain Greg Hodge and firefighter Grieg Barr.

The fishing boat Janet Iles is turning 100 and the centenary celebrations will start at 10am on October 11. It will be held at the museum on the corner of Townsend and Turnbull streets, Port Welshpool. There will be a bite to eat, live music from harpist Barbara Jeffery, net repairing and fishing filleting demonstrations by a local fisherman, and activities for

the children including face painting and colouring. Visitors will also have the opportunity to exchange stories with Jim Roberts who crewed the Janet Iles and family representative Janet Taylor. The Janet Iles was built in Williamstown in 1914 for Ms Taylor’s grandfather WBM Smith. It was used mainly for fishing in the early stages and its crew caught thousands of boxes of salmon. It was specifically adapted to fish in deep waters.

WBM Smith settled the town and was eager to create a fishing village. The Janet Isles was passed down through the family. It is the largest vessel of its time still intact and was often used in the regatta at Port Albert. Eastern Victoria Region MLC Danny O’Brien and South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Jim Fawcett will open the event. All are welcome to come along and celebrate.

Loch CFA celebrates 60 years of service THE members of the Loch CFA celebrated the brigade’s 60 year anniversary recently.

Many deserving awards were presented to past and present volunteers for their efforts and achievements. Originally part of the Poowong and District Fire Brigade, Loch CFA was formed on September 12, 1954. Brigade volunteers have protected and educated the community for the last 60 years, and continue to play a crucial role within the district by attending public events, advertising fire safety and recruiting new members. Loch CFA has achieved a number of milestones over the years, including the purchase of the brigade owned rescue truck and the building of the Nyora Station.

Today the brigade has 45 active members and five vehicles, two of which

were funded through the generous donations from the local community.

Ready to celebrate: Fran Grylls (left) and Janet Taylor, granddaughter of WBM Smith, are busy planning for the Janet Iles centenary on October 11.

Milpara Community House news

Prestigious honour: Loch CFA firefighter John Kennedy (right) received the Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria Gold Star Award from VFBV member Bill Rodda.

MILPARA Community House in Korumburra is closed for the two weeks of the school holidays and will reopen on Monday, October 6. First up for the new term, commencing Wednesday, October 15, 1pm to 3pm, Milpara Community

House is offering an iPad Basics workshop to assist participants in learning about the functions of the iPad. The following week on Wednesday, October 22, 1pm – 3pm, is the next stage of this workshop. iPad Beyond Basics, will provide an opportunity for those who would like to learn more about their device. If either of these workshops

is what you are looking for, contact Milpara. We look forward to hearing from you. On Friday, October 10, we are encouraging all participants to don a hat in recognition of Mental Health Awareness and Hat Day. Statistics show one in five Australians are affected by mental illness but this is not something often spoken

about. The significance of the hat is that mental illness does not discriminate, it is something that can affect people from all backgrounds, shapes, sizes and culture, hence the many hats to represent the diversity of people affected. Our new purple term four program has been posted out.

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The Good Life

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Music festival to rock Tarwin Lower Unify is a two day boutique camping and music gathering to be held at the Tarwin Lower Recreation Reserve on

January 10 and 11, 2015. The concept is to create a community driven event for 3000 punters across the punk, hardcore and metal world, with an all Australian line-up that showcases the quality and diversity of our heavy music culture. The site includes a camping area, full stage and production setup, BYO and

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Poignant message: In Hearts Wake will be one of the highlight bands of Unify: A Heavy Music Gathering at Tarwin Lower. fy. Having received a huge buzz for its epic Soundwave performances earlier this year, it will bring its environmentally conscious message to South Gippsland for the first time. Thy Art Is Murder has become one of the hardest touring metal bands on the planet, and has become a

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Authors to captivate at Coal Creek THE Coal Creek Literary Festival this Saturday, October 4, welcomes presenter and author Jill Sanguinetti.

Her School Days of a Methodist Lady: A Journey Through Girlhood is a story at once universal and particular to someone attending Methodist Ladies’ College in the middle of the twentieth century. In 1958, Jill left her home in Kyabram to attend MLC as a boarder. Her memoir also including details of her early school life, the family newsagency, church and country community life. The impetus behind the writing of this memoir was the discovery of letters written 50 years ago from MLC by Jill Sanguinetti and her sister. As the author puts it, “I wanted to write a book about it: for MLC students, teachers and Old Collegians, to feed their sense of history and their remembrance; for other one time school boarders; for young people struggling grow through life’s complexities; and for myself, to venture into a musty corner of my soul and give it an airing.” School Days of a Methodist Lady will appeal to adult and young adult readers, highlighting as it does not only how education has changed, but also how much it has remained the same. This memoir has received high praise from the likes of award winning writer Ursula Dubosarky, who has described the book as “a meticulously documented and touching memoir of a sensitive and creative schoolgirl at boarding school in the early 1960s – a place where she was often cold, hungry and sad, but also a place of astonishing

discovery, both of herself and the big wide world beyond her own.” Author Patricia Sykes, the writer of The Abbotsford Mysteries, will also present. Her collection draws on official histories and other archives, the memories of Patricia and her sisters, as well as the memories of more than 70 women interviewed by the author. All of these women had at some stage been a resident of the Good Shepherd Convent at Abbotsford between 1927 and 1974. Located on the banks of the Yarra River, the convent first opened in 1863, and has played a significant role in Melbourne and Australia’s institutional, religious, social and architectural history. It’s an indication that here is someone right at the top of her game as a poet when one considers the number of prizes Patricia has either won or been shortlisted for. These include the John

Shaw Neilson and Tom Collins Poetry Prizes, and being shortlisted for the Judith Wright Award for her second collection of poetry. In 2006 she was Asialink writer in residence in Malaysia, while her skills as a librettist were highlighted by her collaborations with composer Liza Lim. Be sure to hear another presenter, writer Lara Fergus. Her first novel, My Sister Chaos, was published

in 2012 and received both national and international recognition. One reviewer described the novel as “an involving read and you can’t leave it without some disruption to your piece of mind. But it’s also an insightful and intelligent read; it’s unique and punctuated regularly by achingly beautiful sentences…she chooses realism over optimism, and it really works.”

Children to make books YOUNGER visitors to the Coal Creek Literary Festival are invited to make a picture book at the event this Saturday. This is an opportunity to write and illustrate a picture book for children aged under 12. Children can come with a story already in their mind or brainstorm, with help, and write a new one. Lizzy Alger is a well known book illustrator and she will give expert tips on illustrating while Kerry Coutts, who loves writing, will help with the stories. The goal is to provide an hour of creative fun.

Iconic entertainment: Ann Hoyne will return for the 30th anniversary of the Meeniyan Town Tavern Night this Saturday.

Meeniyan icon turns 30 THE Meeniyan Tavern Nights show no sign of slowing after 30 years of entertaining South Gippsland. In fact, these events are becoming more popular, thanks to the current crop of current helpers without whom the nights could not happen. What began back in 1984 as a small gathering in the super room of the Meeniyan Hall is now a large gathering, filling the main hall to see local artists. The entertainers are invited to perform by Eric Mould, and cover a diverse repertoire from bush poetry, opera, soloists and bands to every musical instrument you can think of, and of course a bit of jazz, Eric’s favourite. There are the regulars who come and sit in their same seat – some even bring

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Inspiring literary types: Lara Furgus’ My Sister Choa will be a topic of discussion at the Coal Creek Literary Festival.

Sharing ideas: Patricia Sykes, the writer of The Abbotsford Mysteries, will talk at the Coal Creek Literary Festival this Saturday.

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Garden benefits all By Tayla Kershaw THE Wonthaggi Community Garden is inspiring motivation everywhere. The Sages Group from Latrobe Regional Hospital took a tour of the garden recently. The group is an aged group recovering from mental illness. The tour was a way to help link them back into the community. Group coordinator Melody Martin said the tour helped increase their social abilities by seeing what’s out there. “It’s good for them to be supported together,” Ms Martin said. She said by doing activities, like touring the commu-

the same food. Others come when they can. Some people passing through the town find themselves amazed as they make their way into the hall for a night ‘out of the box’. All sit together and respectfully listen to the amazing depth of talent in the area. You are all invited to join the experience, the warmth and fun with the Meeniyan community. Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Meeniyan Tavern Nights at the next event on Saturday, October 4 at 8pm (please be seated early). Cost is just $8, with tea and coffee provided. BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses. To find out more, contact Eric on 5664 7376 or email jazzbo@dcsi.net.au.

nity garden, members of the group might find an interest and be motivated to pursue hobbies like gardening. The community garden is well cared for by volunteers at the Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre, known as Mitchell House. Schools in Wonthaggi are given the opportunity to learn how to garden. Extra produce grown by students is donated to the Anglican Church for its food program. Once a month, there is a seed swap at the garden. Local gardeners have the opportunity to bring in their extra produce from their personal gardens and swap it for produce in the community garden. “We are quick to grab people with knowledge

from the community so they can share it with people who come to the garden,” Mitchell House volunteers coordinator Jean Tattersall said. Wonthaggi Secondary

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2014 South Gippsland DAIRY EXPO

Dairy expo wows Korumburra By Laura Gibb NEARLY 1000 people attended the South Gippsland Dairy Expo at Korumburra on Wednesday and Thursday.

Expo staff: Strzelecki Lions Denis Casey, Paul Cook and Stuart McCraw at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo in Korumburra.

Dairy farmers and others in the industry browsed displays, while the young ones enjoyed children’s activities and dairy industry businesses showed their wares at pavilions set up around the Korumburra Showgrounds. Devondale Murray Goulburn was the major sponsor while MG Trading ran the hospitality area. Matt Harms of Onfarm Consulting hosted the forum, sponsored by South Gippsland Shire Council and Rabobank, exploring the topic “2013 celebration or hangover: good memories or is it just a blur?” Panel members were respected industry members Leon and Karen Argento of Wooreen, Neville and Sherrie Beveridge of Mount Eccles, Tim and Grit Cashin of Leongatha South, and Russell Mann of Rabobank. Some had celebrated the high milk prices in 2013-14 while others used them to dull the pain of a bad season in 2012-13.

The dairy expo is staffed by the Strzelecki Lions Club, based in Loch, Poowong and Nyora. Steven Hickmott of Strzelecki Lions spoke at the Cows Create Careers dinner about Lions’ contribution to the community. “We have quite a few ways of raising money, but one of the main ways is the dairy expo,” he said. “We donate and disburse approximately $30,000 into the local community and we also donate to international events.” The Burra Foundation sponsored the children’s and ladies’ pavilions. Children’s activities in the Sanders Pavilion included skittles, face painting, a jumping castle, do it yourself figurine painting and a gyro ride. The ladies’ pavilion showcased knitting, quilting and embroidery as well as other crafts, stationery and skincare products. Expo attendees took part in a quiz requiring them to speak to numerous stallholders so they could go in the draw to win $3000. Many people said they enjoyed seeking out answers for the quiz and interacted with stallholders in ways they might not have done otherwise.

Sharing ideas: Terry Allan from Waste Not Stockfeeders was thrilled to chat to Andrew Warner, pictured with his sons Riley and Aaron from Athlone, at the dairy expo on the 26th anniversary of the first sale of a Waste Not stockfeeder.

Waste not with Terry TERRY Allan proudly displayed Waste-Not Stockfeeders at this year’s Korumburra Dairy Expo, exactly 26 years after the sale of the first stockfeeder. He said interest in the stockfeeders during the expo was good, although he joked everyone showed up at once at the mid-point between milking times. Terry gave expo-attendees friendly advice on Waste-Not stockfeeders and Fair Go dairy feed pads. The stockfeeders are designed to reduce wasted feed, with uneaten feed falling back into the feeder. Eating takes place within the feeder and trampling or soiling of feed is

minimal. A skirt eliminates valuable leaf being blown away by wind. A trial conducted at Dookie Agricultural College found the herd used up seven rolls of hay from the ground but consumed only five from the Waste-Not Stockfeeder, while live weight gain was 198kg with hay on the ground and 252kg with hay in the Waste-Not Stockfeeder. Time spent feeding cows is reduced by up to 1.5 hours’ work per day because the feeder only requires filling every third day. The stockfeeders are used in the Waste-Not Fair Go Dairy Feed Pad System. Using the dairy feed pad, every cow gets a fair ration.

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2014 South Gippsland DAIRY EXPO Dairy expo doing business STALLHOLDERS at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo said the event at Korumburra Showgrounds on Wednesday and Thursday was successful. “It’s been good,” Melissa Cosson of Dairy Management Systems said. Ms Cosson and Glenn Gardner were showcasing Dairy Management Systems’ automated heat detection system. “We’ve had some really good, genu-

Cow craft: Shakira Barker of Wooreen enjoyed decorating her own cow figurine in the children’s activity pavilion at the dairy expo.

ine enquiries,” Ms Cosson said. Dairy farmers and others in the industry browsed the displays and talked to stallholders, then went on to explore the children’s and ladies’ pavilions. Enduro Tags’ John Peterson was enthusiastic about the event, which gave him and John Steinfort the chance to talk to farmers about their products and services. “It’s going really well,” Mr Peterson said. “There’s a lot of interest.”

CopRice’s Katrina Smith was also glad of a chance to talk to potential customers, while Cameron Brown of Brown’s Stockfeeds said received interest all around. “There’s been a fair bit of interest in calf feeds and bulk dairy feeds,” he said. Kevin Smith of Gendore Leongatha was positive about the event. “We’ve had quite a reasonable day. We’ve had quite a few people through,” he said.

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2014 South Gippsland DAIRY EXPO

Irwin stands out SOUTH Gippsland Dairy Expo proved to be a successful and highly beneficial couple of days for the team at Irwin Stockfeeds.

A record number of visitors came through the marquee, enquiring about manufactured products and delivery of products. There was a real mix of visitors which included existing customers, and a higher than expected number

of new and potential customers looking for change. Irwin’s new ruminant nutrition manufacturing facility, located on the South Gippsland Highway just outside Lang Lang, was a real focus of discussion over both days.

Ready to serve: Irwin Stockfeeds sales manager Peter Lowry (centre) with some of the sales and nutrition team attending the dairy expo this year, Shane Doherty (left) and Heath Killeen. Irwin Stockfeeds can provide you with high performance feeds so your cows can become high performers.

The slideshow display of the various working components of the new mill provided visitors with a glimpse into the size and capacity of the facility. With commissioning having commenced over the last two weeks, it will only be a few weeks before high performance feeds will be produced and delivered from the Lang Lang facility. Demand for high quality ruminant feeds produced in Gippsland is on the rise, and the large output ability of the new facility will more than cater to the needs of farmers and their cattle. Irwin Stockfeeds manufactures an extensive range of quality dairy and beef products designed to assist in meeting the energy and protein demands of herds. As a FeedSafe accredited operator, Irwin Stockfeeds is determined to deliver on the promise of improved feed conversion efficiency, increased pasture utilisation and total feed intakes, which customers can expect to see reflected in increased weight gains and milk production. For 20 years this proud, family owned business has worked hard to meet the needs of its Gippsland clients and is continuing to

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Expo visitors: from left, Gracie, Peter, Warren and Tony Barlow of Buffalo walked around the Korumburra Showgrounds.

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2014 South Gippsland DAIRY EXPO Left, Dairy Management Solutions: from left, Glenn Gardner and Melissa Cosson of Dairy Management Solutions holding their automated heat detection system at the dairy expo in Korumburra. Right, Gendore Leongatha: from left, dairy farmer Matt Loader of Krowera and Aiden Johnson of Krowera trying out a Gendore tractor at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo.

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Farming Insight Right, Panel members: from left, Sherrie and Neville Beveridge of Mount Eccles browsed the crafts in the ladies’ pavilion after speaking at the South Gippsland Dairy Expo forum on Wednesday. Far right, Dairy types: from left, Ross and Sharon Irvin and Mitchell Francis explored the South Gippsland Dairy Expo at Korumburra on Wednesday with their Mirboo farm in mind.

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The usual buying group was present and operating in a mostly cheaper market. Trade cattle were in short supply with the limited selection offered, selling to firm demand. The 500 steers and bullocks held a wide variety of quality, with some very good bullocks at the top end which held firm, while the majority eased 5c to 8c/kg. There was a good supply of grown heifers which slipped 6c to 9c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers eased 6c to 10c/ kg for most. Most weights and grades were represented in the cows and demand eased also, with prices between 5c and 8c cheaper, while the heavy weight bulls went against this trend to record firm averages. A handful of yearling trade steers sold from 196c to 216c/kg. The limited selection of yearling heifers suited to the trade made between 168c and 201c, after a top of 210c/kg. Grown steers sold between 185c and 203c/kg.

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weight cows sold between 120c and 140c/kg. Heavy weight cows made mostly from 140c to 168c/kg. Heavy weight C and B muscled bulls sold from 178c to 210c/kg for most. The next sale draw - October 1 & 2: 1. David Phelan, 2. SEJ, 3. Rodwells, 4. Alex Scott, 5. Landmark, 6. Elders.

Wednesday, September 24

BULLOCKS 18 Idea Communications, Nth Melbourne 682.50kg 14 Rumridge Pty Ltd, Mt Eliza 649.64kg 8 A. & W.A. Hunter, Kernot 706.25kg 9 Harmers Haven Unit Trust, L’gatha Sth 711.11kg 10 I.H. & W.J. McLennan, Leongatha 599.50kg 1 R.P. & J. Lomagno, Jumbunna East 705.00kg STEERS 1 B. & J. Beaumont, Alberton West 395.00kg 2 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 475.00kg 3 C. & J. Knox, Korumburra 533.33kg 2 K.J. & S.L. Oates, Glen Alvie 497.50kg 2 R.P. & J. Lomagno, Jumbunna East 532.50kg 2 E.A. Hobbs, Mirboo 522.50kg COWS 1 M. Goodwin, Leongatha 645.00kg 5 G. Osbourne, Yinnar 595.00kg 1 A.G. & N. Hancock, Poowong 590.00kg 2 S. & V. Collins, Dumbalk 570.00kg 10 R. Boddy & Son, Woodside 600.50kg 1 G.W. & J. Pouw, Allambee 640.00kg HEIFERS 1 B. & J. Beaumont, Alberton West 380.00kg 1 G.C. & M.A. Moore, Hedley 405.00kg 2 G.R. & W.J. Calway, Gormandale 422.50kg 1 R. 7 J. Edwards, Fish Creek 355.00kg 1 A.G. Landy, Waratah 360.00kg 10 Harmers Haven Unit Trust, L’gatha Sth 461.50kg BULLS 1 K.J. & M.L. Fisher, Tarwin South 1000.00kg 1 O’Loughlin Pastoral, Tarwin Lower 940.00kg 1 A.M. & D.J. Zuidema, Yanakie 1015.00kg 1 G. & M. Ardley, Agnes 900.00kg 1 J. & T. Stewart, Mirboo 925.00kg 1 G.D. & R. Knox, Loch 740.00kg

212.0 211.2 210.0 208.2 208.0 206.6

$1446.90 $1372.05 $1483.13 $1480.53 $1246.96 $1456.53

215.6 $851.62 195.6 $929.10 195.2 $1041.07 194.6 $968.14 193.2 $1028.79 188.6 $985.44 167.6 $1081.02 167.2 $994.84 165.0 $973.50 165.0 $940.50 165.0 $990.83 165.0 $1056.00 215.6 210.0 196.6 190.0 190.0 185.0

$819.28 $850.50 $830.64 $674.50 $684.00 $853.78

209.6 196.6 196.6 194.6 190.0 190.0

$2096.00 $1848.04 $1995.49 $1751.40 $1757.50 $1406.00

LICENSED REAL ESTATE AGENTS LIVESTOCK AGENTS AUCTIONEERS, PROPERTY MANAGERS

South Gippsland Hwy LEONGATHA Phone: 5662 4033 www.sej.com.au For professional advice and personal attention Servicing all areas of South Gippsland

REAL ESTATE LEONGATHA

FOSTER

Peter Bellingham.. ......................0418 515 666

Russell Jones..........5682 2227....0428 822 801 Andrea Adams ...........................0429 822 801

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Mobile

LIVESTOCK LEONGATHA Michael Stevens ...5687 1466 .....0418 553 010 Bill Egan ...............5662 3219 .....0418 553 011 Terry Johnston .....5664 0239 .....0418 561 290 Mario Arestia........5657 7290 .....0417 600 222 Brian Kyle ............. ......................0427 708 291` Owen Kindellan ... ......................0428 212 311 Nick Lafferty......... ......................0419 112 573

David Piggin ..........5682 1809....0418553 016 Neil Park ................5663 6279....0408 515 117 Paul Wilson............5655 2807....0407 865 202 Kane Sparkes..............................0427 830 035 Rod Draper.................................0427 824 733 James Kyle ..................................0427 826 491

PAKENHAM

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Bruce Petersen ..... ......................0418 346 907 Dan Cameron ...... ......................0408 141 611

Paul Phillips ..........5997 8353 .....0418 553 123 Jim Harvey........... ......................0408 342 658

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Farming Insight

Ten years of careers Cows Create Careers is a dairy industry project designed to raise awareness of careers in the dairy

Gippsland in 2004 and since then, Cows Create Careers has only continued to grow,” he said. He said the program began in nine schools, mostly in South Gippsland, and this year has reached 209 schools and 51,855 students across Australia. “Many young people have been inspired to pursue a career in the dairy industry after completing the project,” he said. Guest speakers Sally Pate and Ben Vagg took

Not just milking: from left, John Hutchinson and Deanne Kennedy of Cows Create Careers and Geoff Akers, chair of Dairy Australia, at the Cows Create Careers tenth anniversary dinner in Korumburra.

part in Cows Create Careers during their secondary schooling and now work in the industry. Ms Pate had been attracted to dairy farming since childhood and her participation in Cows Create Careers at Leongatha Secondary College helped her make her decision. “I realised, oh, I’m in my element. Finally, something at school that I’m interested in and actually want to do,” Ms Pate said. She said her careers teachers were hesitant but she studied agricultural science and commerce at the University of Melbourne, milking during the holidays, and became an agronomist at Brown’s Fertilisers in Leongatha. “I think it’s a fantastic program that is really valuable in opening up doorways and pathways to young people,” she said. Mr Vagg attended South Coast Christian College when he took part in the program. He knew he wanted to attend university and assumed he would end up working in the city. “Cows Create Careers opened my eyes to the opportunities in the dairy industry,” he said. Encouraged by his

classmates’ elevated opinion of dairy farming after the program, he went on to study agricultural science and business at La Trobe University before finding work as an agronomist. He is now studying a masters degree in agricommerce at Massey University in New Zealand on a Dairy Australia Trans Tasman Farm Business Scholarship. Mr Halliday and Isabel MacNeill, Dairy Australia group manager of industry promotion and product innovation, thanked farmers who gave time and animals to the project. “I congratulate and thank you all,” Mr Halliday said. Strzelecki Lions Club awarded a fellowship to Ms Kennedy. Waitering was provided by mothers from Korumburra Primary School in exchange for a generous donation to the school from Dairy Australia. Appropriately, the buffet meals featured cheese, beef and cream. Murray Goulburn, Strzelecki Lions Club and the Gardiner Foundation are strong supporters of the program.

MILKING HERD DISPERSAL A/C S. & B. BEASLEY, FISH CREEK AUTUMN & WINTER CALVING VLE LEONGATHA

MONDAY OCTOBER 13, 2014 AT 11:30AM Herd consists of: 30 Friesian (28) Jersey (2) cows calved March 15 on and rejoined for autumn calving. 133 Friesian (75) Friesian Jersey cross (33) Jersey (25) cows that commenced calving July 1 on – not rejoined. The Beasley family are relinquishing dairying and the property has been leased. Sires used Friesian bulls from Les Calder & Craig Allott, Jersey bulls HiHo & Kalladay bulls.

Wonthaggi & Korumburra Rob Ould 0408 595 183 Greg Spargo 0409 860 344

FORTHCOMING SALES Friday Oct 3 –

Clearing Sale, Farm Machinery & Sundry Items A/C A Brown - Korumburra-Inverloch Rd, Inverloch, 10.30am Friday Oct 3 – Warragul Bi-Monthly Dairy Sale,11am Friday Oct 10 – Clearing Sale Dairy Herd VLE Leongatha. A/c G.D. & R. L. Trease Monday Oct 13 – Clearing Sale Dairy Herd 150 head, VLE Leongatha Friday Oct 17 – Warragul Bi-Monthly Dairy Sale,11am Friday Oct 24 – Clearing Sale Dairy Herd VLE Leongatha, details later issue

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DAIRY Australia thanked supporters of Cows Create Careers and celebrated the program’s tenth anniversary with a dinner at the Korumburra Italian Social Club on Wednesday evening.

industry and to inspire young people to pursue dairy based careers. The program, founded and run by John Hutchinson and Deanne Kennedy, puts calves and dairy industry curriculum into schools at no cost. Dairy Australia managing director Ian Halliday spoke about the program, which links school students, teachers, dairy farmers and industry advocates. “It all started here in

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For further details contact selling agents Korumburra 5655 1133 Warragul 5623 4744

STORE SALE VLE - LEONGATHA

1200

CATTLE

1200

THURSDAY, OCT 2, 2014 Starting at 10am

Thank you dinner: from left, Jo Duffy of Devondale Murray Goulburn, and a beneficiary of Cows Create Careers and agronomist, Sally Pate of Brown’s Fertilisers Leongatha, at the Cows Create Careers tenth anniversary dinner in Korumburra. Dairy celebration: from left, Jess Delon, Karen Fogas and Fiona McIntosh of Dairy Australia at the Cows Create Careers tenth anniversary dinner in Korumburra.

Smiling service: from left, Kylie Boston, a Cows Create Careers regional coordinator, receives a drink from Kerrie Twite of Korumburra Primary School Parents and Friends.

Robert & Susan Clark on

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FORRESTERS CALF BUYING MONDAYS & THURSDAYS ONLY

0407 343 272

A/C J AGOSTINO, ROSEDALE 77 Angus & Hfd Steers, 18months, drenched 15/8 (LANDMARK) A/C NAVE PAST, TRARALGON 38 Angus Steers, Leawood & Fernleigh Blood, 14 to 18 months 12 Char Steers,14-18 mths. (ELDERS) A/C MALARBAR FARMS,TARWIN LOWER 25 Poll Hfd & Ang Steers 20-22 mths. (SEJ) A/C PILKINGTON & TOOHEY, SANDY POINT 45 Angus steers, weaned 12-13 mths. (SEJ) A/C C & G WHITE, FISH CREEK 25 Angus Steers, 12-14 mths, Banquet blood. (SEJ) A/C DAVID HALL, FOSTER 70 Angus Steers, 12 mths, weaned. (SEJ) A/C PM JOHNSON, MIRBOO NTH 15 Limo X mix sex, 14-16 mths. (LANDMARK) A/C BERRY BRIDGE, TRARALGON 20 Hfd & Hfd/Ang mix sex weaners, drench July.(LANDMARK) A/C MELKRYST FARMS 50 MG mixed sex weaners, 8-9 mths, very quiet. (RODWELLS) A/C SANBAH HEREFORD, YANAKIE 15 Hfd steers & 10 Hfd Heifers, 10-12 mths, by Waringa Hfd bulls, yard weaned, drenched & multimin 21/8. (SEJ) A/C R & Y DENSLEY, MIRBOO 50 Ang Heifers, 10-12 mths, Merlewood & Leawood Bloodlines, weaned, drenched, vaccinated & quiet. (LANDMARK) 5662 4033 David Phelan & Co. Pty. Ltd.

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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 PLAYSTATION 2. Plus 9 games. very Good condition.$50. Ph. 5668 1248 after hours. TELEFUNKEN VHS PLAYER. Hardly used. Make an offer. Ph. 5668 1248. EXERCISE BIKE. York brand. Platinum. C730 heart rate monitor. Good condition. $50. Ph. 5662 3085. BUNK BED. Timber frames. Includes mattresses. Can be two single beds. $50. Ph. 5662 3085. IRON CUTTING ELECTRIC MACHINE. Ryobi. Good order. $40. Ph. 5662 4970. ANTIQUE WOODEN STOOL. 25cms high. Hinged lid. Shallow storage. $45. Ph. 5689 1224. FOOTROT FLATS BOOKS. Approx 20. $25 the lot. Ph. 5689 1224. TELESCOPE. Astronomical Refactor. Yosco brand. Model CA60. No offers. $50. Ph. 5674 5601. BAR FRIDGE. Small. Haier brand. Excellent working order. $30. Ph. 5662 3013. AWNINGS. Canvas roll out. Rarely used. 2170mm $50. Ph. 0406 460 363. AWNINGS. Canvas roll out. Rarely used. 1600mm $50. Ph. 0406 460 363. MYNA TRAP. Wooden framed. Good condition. $50. ph. 0408 105 355. KEFIR GRAINS. Make healthy soft drinks. $15. Ph. 5662 0266. HANDBAG. Black leather Capelle. 2 handles. large. Ideal work bags. Excellent condition. $20. Ph. 5662 3987. HANDBAG. Dark brown leather Collini. 2 handles. medium size. Zip top. Excellent condition. $20. Ph. 5662 3987. STRAWBERRY PLANTS. Potted. $1 each. Ph. 0428 168 297. HERBS, PARSLEY, THYME, FEVERFEW, PEPPERMINT, LEMON BALM, MINT. potted. $1 each. Ph. 0428 168 297. GARDEN CHAIRS. Six. Green plastic. $30. Ph. 5662 2851. JAMIE OLIVER COOKBOOKS. 15 & 30 minute meals. Excellent condition. $20 each or 2 for $35. Ph. 5662 5141. MARBLE RUN. With power lifter. Over 330pce. over 2ft tall assembled. Used only once. $25. ph. 5662 5141. SUITCASE. Medium/large. Grey. Combination lock. Never used. Ph. 5662 3556. $40. BBQ FUEL. Ideal for roasting and grilling. 2 bags, 4 kgs each. $20 for the lot. Ph. 5662 3556.

MICROWAVE. Small. Excellent condition. Hardly used. $40. ph. 5664 7560 after 4.30pm. SINGLE BEDS. Two. Antique white wooden. Includes head, foot and base. $50. Ph. 0408 313 050. MARY MACKILLOP WINTER SKIRT. Two. 1 size 10 and 1 size 14. Both in excellent condition. $50 each. Wonthaggi. Ph. 5672 3464 DISABILITY WALKING FRAME. On wheels. $25. Ph. 5672 3470. BOXING BAG. Everlast. As new. $50. Ph. 0427 313 813. GUITAR. Valencia. Junior. Acoustic. Perfect first guitar for primary school age. $30. Phone.0427 313 813. 3 PLY OFF CUTS. 23 pieces. 2.4x300. Top quality. $50 the lot. Ph. 5668 2783. SEWING MACHINE. 1960s Singer. Treadle in cabinet. Working order. $50. ph. 5668 2783. SKATEBOARD. Multi wheel. Excellent. $30. Ph. 5655 1264. SKATEBOARD. 80s style skateboard. Excellent condition.$20. Ph. 5655 1264. BABY BOUNCER. Excellent condition. $25. ph. 5672 3708. STROLLER. 4 wheeler. Good condition. $30. Ph. 5672 2330. MOBILITY WALKER. 4 wheeler with seat & brakes. excellent condition. $30. Ph. 5672 2330. FERTILE CHICKEN EGGS. Plymouth, Rock and Rhode island red. $20 for dozen. Ph. 5664 5420. MAGAZINES. Aussie Geographic. Complete 1986 to 2014. Excellent condition. $25. Ph. 5664 7560. CHILD BOOSTER SEAT. HIPOD. Certified Australian standard. Washable cover. Cup holder. Arm rest. Head rest.$40. Ph. 0407 444 051. SLEEPERS. Red gum railway sleepers. used. 5 for $50. Ph. 0406 460 363. BRICKS. 200 wire cut. New. $50. Ph. 5657 3291. CORRUGATED IRON. 10x6” sheets. Good condition. Ph. 5657 3291. BARBECUE. ‘Beefeater’. 4 burner. Looks shabby but works well. $25 ono. Foster. Ph. 0427 862 342. BEDHEAD WITH SIDE DRAWERS ATTACHED. And dressing table with large mirror. White. $40 ono. Foster. Ph. 0427 862 342. LACE DOILIES & TABLE COVERS. large amount. old. excellent condition. $50 the lot. Ph. 5674 5601.

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Car Boot Sale Expressions of interest to book car parking spot - $15

SATURDAY OCTOBER 25 Strictly 8.30am to 1pm CHAIRO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 101 Horn Street, Leongatha Numerous stalls of new and old wares and food Please contact Wendy/Karen 5662 4355

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MARINE LICENCE COURSE

Great Britain and Ireland Tour

WONTHAGGI

ANDERSONS INLET PROBUS CLUB 32 DAYS - May 15 to June 18 2015

Vic. Boat Licence with Jetski endorsement

Thursday, October 16 6pm - 10pm BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone Bob: 0417 524 005 Approved TSV course www.abcboating.com ABN 43080057923

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$13,500 including airfares, accommodation, breakfast, evening meals and tours For further information call Shirley 0427 738 918 Non members welcome

situations vacant

situations vacant CASUAL HOUSEKEEPERS required, busy local motel. Experience preferred but not essential. Some weekend work required. Email resumes to: dreamseller.enterprises@ iinet.net.au MILKER required for approx. 140 cows, 14 double up herringbone dairy, Toora area. Phone after 6.30pm 5686-2745.

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PETER ADAMS / JESSICA PAYNE Jessica and Peter have many years experience teaching Auslan and hold a Bachelor of Education, TAA and TAE in teaching Auslan. They have an intimate knowledge of the importance of Auslan to the deaf and also the wider community. Classes will be held at: The Leongatha Board Room, 49A Long Street, Leongatha Commencing on: Monday, October 13, 6pm to 7.30pm. Running for 10 weeks. $180 per person. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Contact: Jessica Payne 0403 833 712 text only or jessiep_209@hotmail.com

BAKERS APPRENTICESHIP An exciting opportunity exists to join the fun and friendly team at Bakers Delight Leongatha. We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and hard working individuals to join our baking team. All training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Please leave your resumé for Lyndall - in store, phone 5662 2677 or via email leongathabd@gmail.com

BASS COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

ANNUAL DINNER INCORPORATING THE AGM WITH GUEST SPEAKER HEATHER SPOONER FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31st 2014 - 6.30PM THE WONTHAGGI CLUB 16 McBRIDE AVE WONTHAGGI A number of Board positions will be declared vacant. All retiring Directors are eligible for re-nomination. Nominations for Board positions on the ofﬁcial Board nomination form will be received until October 17th 2014. All items of business are to be received by the Foundation not later than October 10th 2014. Please direct all enquiries or requests for nomination forms to Kate at info@bccf.org.au or 5672 3356. Tickets are $50 and can be obtained from the BCCF ofﬁce. The ticket price includes a 2 course meal, entertainment and address from recently retired State Coroner Heather Spooner.

Expressions of interest for Board Directors and Committee Positions Destination Gippsland, the peak tourism body for Gippsland, is calling for expressions of interest for appointment to our skills-based Board of Directors, Marketing Committee, and Industry Development Committee. A whole-of-region view and the ability to think strategically and create value for tourism stakeholders are essential. Board of Directors Directors are appointed for 3-year terms, and current Directors whose terms are expiring are eligible to renominate. These are voluntary positions, however out of pocket expenses will be met. The Board generally meets six times per annum, during business hours, throughout Gippsland and occasionally in Melbourne. Committees Committees are chaired by a Board Director, and comprise a mix of Board, industry, and other stakeholder representatives. Committees generally meet four times per annum, during business hours, in a central Gippsland location. How to apply: For further information please visit www.destination gippsland.com.au or contact our Company Secretary, Helen Rose by email as below or phone 0417 509 089. Expressions of interest in the form of a letter of application, and including a resumé (offering at least two referees), should be forwarded by email to helen@ destinationgippsland.com.au by 5pm on Tuesday 7th October 2014.

WORKSHOP/SPARE PARTS Marriotts is a growing locally owned and operated business of more than 60 years with multiple franchises in motorcycles, power equipment and personal watercraft. We currently have a full time position available within our company for an enthusiastic self motivated person able to carry out the role of a workshop / spare parts liaison, able to assist the workshop techs with parts supply and submit warranty claims as they arise. The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate: • A strong mechanical knowledge • Excellent communication skills • Time management skills • Computer skills • The ability to work within a team environment If you believe you have the ability to fill the above role, please apply in writing or by email to: wade@marriottsmpe.com.au

South Gippsland Shire Council

Park Services Ofﬁcers • Located at Yanakie Caravan Park • Casual - seasonal • $30.98 per hour • Grounds maintenance & cleaning experience essential

Park Cleaners • Located at Yanakie Caravan Park • Casual - seasonal • $29.14 per hour Enquiries to Jock Wilson, Caravan Park Coordinator on (03) 5662 9200. Applications close by 5pm Wednesday 15 October 2014. All applicants must submit an Employment Application form and address the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Please refer to our website for further information.

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COORDINATOR

INVERLOCH COMMUNITY HOUSE The Committee of Management of the Inverloch Community House Inc. is seeking applications from suitably qualiďŹ ed 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

situations vacant

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Saturday, October 4

WANTING TO WORK IN AGED CARE? CHC30212 CertiďŹ cate III in Aged Care Government funding for eligible students! Fees from $40.00

Skills Training Australia is running a CertiďŹ cate III in Aged Care course in Wonthaggi.

Call Judy on

0421 649 921 to apply for

We currently have a Full Time Position for a

Timber Sales / Delivery Driver Applicants are required to have excellent customer service skills and a current M.R. Truck Licence. Forklift licence preferred but not essential. Weekend work on a roster basis. Applicants via email to: accounts@awsmith.com.au

November 2014 or visit skillstraining.vic.edu.au TOID - 20828

SUBWAY LEONGATHA

P/T STAFF REQUIRED JUNIOR AND SENIOR POSITIONS AVAILABLE

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: â&#x20AC;˘ Preparation of accounting journals and end of month reporting â&#x20AC;˘ Reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger accounts â&#x20AC;˘ Payroll â&#x20AC;˘ Accounts payable â&#x20AC;˘ Resident fees â&#x20AC;˘ BAS â&#x20AC;˘ Superannuation payments â&#x20AC;˘ Reception/switchboard/mail collection The successful applicant will have the following skill set: â&#x20AC;˘ Financial qualiďŹ cations (or studying) and/or substantial experience in book keeping. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience in payroll, accounts payable and receivable, monthly journals and end of month processes and on-line banking. â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent computer literacy. â&#x20AC;˘ Hands-on approach and team player. â&#x20AC;˘ 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

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

Are you interested in extending literacy levels in the community? Do you have demonstrated experience in a customer service role? across the region. Flexibility to work day, evening and weekend work at any of our libraries in the region, often at short notice, is essential. You must have your own transport and an easy telephone contact.

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Must be available week days/nights, weekends and public holidays. Apply at www.mysubwaycareer.com.au Ph: Anne-Marie 0422 285 588

CASUAL DRIVER REQUIRED

8.30am - 1pm 5 Davis Court Leongatha (off Simon Lane) Household furniture, linen, brac-a-brac, craft & patchwork, books & mags, soft toys & dolls, hand tools, woodturning & cabin trunks.

Garage Sale

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 8am - 2pm 26 Higg Street Leongatha 5662 4970 MOVING SALE Furniture, tools, shed stuff, water pressure cleaner, GreenďŹ eld mulcher new condition, and more

GARAGE SALE

This casual position involves deliveries in and around Melbourne. â&#x20AC;˘ Heavy articulated â&#x20AC;˘ Minimum 2 years driving experience â&#x20AC;˘ Good driving record and references â&#x20AC;˘ Neat tidy appearance â&#x20AC;˘ Positive attitude â&#x20AC;˘ Reliability is expected â&#x20AC;˘ Hours and days to be negotiated Apply to: Transport Manager P.O.Box 183 Korumburra Vic 3950 email: moriarty@netcall.com.au

65hp Ronaldson & Tippett engine, twin cylinder Petter diesel and alternator, Sally shed heater, metal turning lathe tools, large old engine transport, forge coke, antique sewing machine, cast iron cot, Sunbeam horse clippers, horse gear, household & shed goods.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 87 Brown Street Leongatha 8am to 2pm

Salary range is $32.10-$35.42 per hour. Interested? Call Carol Harper on 5622 2849 or download a position description at: www.wgrlc.vic.gov.au Applications close on Friday 10 October. Applicants must be available for interview on Monday 20 October.

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:

Support Facilitators â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

Timber Yard / Driver Position

Capeview Hardware - Mitre 10 is looking for a Timber Yard / Driver Team Member in our Wonthaggi store. You will be required to offer exceptional customer service in our yard and must have an updated medium to heavy rigid truck licence. A forklift licence and crane operating experience will be viewed favourably. To be successful in this position you must: â&#x20AC;˘ Hold a construction induction white/red card â&#x20AC;˘ Have a medium to heavy rigid truck licence â&#x20AC;˘ Have an approachable and friendly nature â&#x20AC;˘ Have strong customer focus â&#x20AC;˘ Be team orientated Knowledge of timber and timber products will be an advantage. If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Wednesday October 8th 2014 to: Perry Wylie, Store Manager, Capeview Mitre10 Cape Paterson Road, Wonthaggi or by email perry.wylie@cv-m10.com.au

Capeview Hardware - Mitre 10 is looking for a Timber Yard / Driver Team Member in our Leongatha store. You will be required to offer exceptional customer service in our yard and must have an updated medium to heavy rigid truck licence. A forklift licence and crane operating experience will be viewed favourably. To be successful in this position you must: â&#x20AC;˘ Hold a construction induction white/red card â&#x20AC;˘ Have a medium to heavy rigid truck licence â&#x20AC;˘ Have an approachable and friendly nature â&#x20AC;˘ Have strong customer focus â&#x20AC;˘ Be team orientated Knowledge of timber and timber products will be an advantage. If you believe you have the qualities we are looking for, you are invited to apply in writing by Wednesday October 8th 2014 to: Karen Treyvaud, Store Manager, Capeview Mitre10 Lot 2 Cusack Road, Leongatha, Vic 3953 or by email Karen.treyvaud@cv-m10.com.au

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garage sales

for sale TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 56812261. WOODEN round table with 4 chairs, VG cond. $90. 2 seater couch, VG cond. $180. Ph: 0488-105451.

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Professional repairs and services to all makes of chainsaws. We also have a large range of secondhand chainsaws available.

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.

ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Phone Matt 0401-194601.

meetings We stock the largest range of chainsaws in South Gippsland, including - Stihl, McCulloch and Husqvarna

MAZDA 3 2004, blue, rego end June 2015 (ZVY243), 5 speed manual, RWC, 178,000km, $5,900. Ph: 0427-870980.

FRIESIAN, ANGUS, HEREFORD, LIMO OR JERSEY All sound, young Hire or sale Phone 0447 331 762

OLD PORT POULTRY FARM delivering 20-weekold laying hens to your area, Sunday, October 5, $20 each. Ph: 0438832535.

CHAINSAWS

used vehicles HOLDEN CAPRICE 2001, white, ex limo. Reg. until Nov. YUZ362. Runs well, cracked w/screen, $3,000. 0419-897322.

To be held

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21 8pm at the hall

marriage celebrant Leongatha 5662 4191

PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181

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

in memoriam DWYER - Shirley. 3.10.2002 Every day we think of you. Every day we wish you were here. Every day we miss you and remember you. With all our love. Peter, Terry, Tony, Susan, Mark and families.

All welcome

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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.

FRIENDS OF VENUS BAY PENINSULA INC. Notice of

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sunday, October 12 10.30am AT VENUS BAY COMMUNITY CENTRE 27 Canterbury Road, Venus Bay

used vehicles

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HAY: Small squares, excellent quality, shedded. New season, $9 each. Can deliver, conditions apply. Mardan 5664-1320.

Will pay up to $300 for complete car Buyers of scrap metal

LIQUID inoculant dispenser $1,100; 1 granular inoculant dispenser $600. Ph: 0417563033.

Bass Coast Metal Recyclers

PANASONIC TH-50PH9 50” Plasma display monitor, resolution 1366 x 768, picture aspect 16:9, 4 years old, good condition, $200 ONO. Ph: 0407-528192.

All machinery Bins provided

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.

Gone to be with her Lord and Saviour. GROVER (nee Wooding) Beth Lilian. September 23, 2014, aged 90. Eldest daughter of Arthur and Vera (both dec). Loved sister of Meryl. Aunt to Steve, David, Janine and their families. Adored mother of Robin and grandmother of Kieran, and Emily, and Brenainn, and Janelle. Second mum to Kay and Granny to Stephanie.

Showjumping success at Wonthaggi THE Wonthaggi Pony Club grounds were a hive of activity for the club’s annual showjumping day on September 21. This event is a Pony Club Association of Victoria State qualifier and part of the “Skye Park” West Gippsland Zone Championship series. The competition com-

funerals Memorial Liela Francis Carmody Passed away 27 March 2014 in Perth (Formally of Kyabram and Stanhope) Wife of Fred Carmody (Dec) A graveside service is to be held at the Leongatha Cemetery Cnr McCartin and Begg St Sunday 5 October 11am Followed by a light lunch at the RSL Cnr Smith St & Michael Place, Leongatha For information contact Dorreyelle Carmody – 0421 041 168 GROVER - A service to celebrate the life of the late Mrs Beth Lilian Grover will be held at the Uniting Church, Geale Street, Meeniyan on Friday, October 3, 2014 commencing at 10am.

Affordable cars at drive away prices

SG CHEAPEST CARS Geary Road Leongatha LMCT 10804

Phone Judy or Geoff 0428 920 095 for full range of vehicles Or visit: www.sgcheapestcars.com NOTE: drive away means no more to pay. All on road costs paid.

prised of five different Grades with two separate events in each. They were two phase and two round championship competitions for B, C, D, E, and F Grade riders. The top six riders in each competition were awarded a sash and earned points towards the overall championship placing. The calibre of riders who turned out to compete on the day were of a high quality and provided spectators with some exciting rounds of showjumping to watch. Wonthaggi’s Vivienne Carfrae riding Bob Conroy took out the C Grade championship just ahead of fellow Wonthaggi member Carleen Hefel riding Ashmark Phoenix, who was the C Grade reserve champion. Young Wonthaggi Pony Club rider Trinity McInnes riding Echo was the E Grade

reserve champion. Numerous Wonthaggi Pony Club members were rewarded for their efforts and found themselves placing in the events. Course builder on the day was Jim Brown from Moe and the judges were Paul Dunks and Peter McLean. It turned out to be a busy few days for the Wonthaggi Pony Club with the club also hosting the WGZ Megan Jones Eventing Clinicon on September 24 and 25, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all members attending. New members are always welcome to join the club. Contact details can be found on the club’s website page at www.wonthaggi.ponyclubvix.org.au. The showjumping day results are as follows: The B Grade champion was Kyle Cant from Moe

Pony Club and the reserve champion was Molly Barry from Berrys Creek Pony Club. The C Grade champion was Vivienne Carfrae from Wonthaggi Pony Club and the reserve champion was Carleen Hefel from Wonthaggi Pony Club. The D Grade champion was Georgia Hocking from Bunyip Pony Club and the reserve champion was Emily Downes from Bunyip Pony Club. The E Grade champion was Matilda Kelly from Hastings Pony Club and the reserve champion Trinity McInnes from Wonthaggi Pony Club. The F Grade champion was Maddison De Angelis from Hallam Valley Pony Club and the reserve champion was Charlotte Harvie from Warragul Pony Club.

Mt Eccles celebrate the season ON Saturday, September 6 after celebrating the B Grade Premiership win the Mt Eccles Netball Club congregated at the Leongatha Primary School Performing Arts Centre for its presentation evening.

Throughout the season we had 10 teams competing in the LDNA competition, with one Under 13 and two B Grade teams heading into the finals, culminating with the two B Grade teams playing off in the grand final. Mt Eccles White took out the premiership.

The club would like to say a big thank you to all the volunteer coaches, committee members, parents and grandparents who supported the players and the club throughout the season. Nikki Stockdale and Katlyn Gale were awarded Club Person of the Year certificates. A huge thank you to Julia Lomas for coordinating the junior activities once again this year. We look forward to having new committee members join us this year at our AGM on Friday, October 17. For any enquires contact Sue Ritchie 0413 000 877.

A private cremation will precede the above service.

Rest, good and faithful servant, now safe in God’s arms.

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RIDE-ON MOWER Toro, XL440H, 2005, new belts and battery, $1,650 ONO. Ph: 0411-547064. RMZ 450 2009 model, fuel injected, rec. reg, comes with spares, $4,000 ONO. 14’ Brooker tinny, 20hp Evinrude with canopy, $3,500 ONO. 0427157709.

DUFFUS Margaret (Latham). Dearly loved sister of Doug and sister-in-law of Carol, auntie to Glenn and Natalie, Robbie and Matthew.

D Grade: back from left, Aleisha Dunks, Maddy Chalmers, champion Georgia Hocking, front from left, Kealee Hamilton, Camille Pola, Coby Elmore, Sydney Wenn, Marni Hamilton and Taylah Clark were the winners in their section on the showjumping day in Wonthaggi.

Paul & Margaret Beck proprietors

Best and Fairest: from left, U13 Pink, Hayley Geary; 17/C Grade, Emily Cashin; U13 Purple, Kelly Price; U13 Aqua, Stacey Gilliam; B Grade Navy, Sarah Zerbe; 17/C Grade runner-up, Fasika Somerville-Smith; B Grade White Best and Fairest, Trudi Horskin (absent).

Caring for our Community, personal digniﬁed service to all areas 5662 2717 Pre-need Funeral Plans available Ofﬁce and Chapel: 24 Anderson Street, Leongatha hfs1@vic.australis.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

Coaches awards: from left, U13 Aqua, Courtney Allen; U17/C Grade, Jordan Gardiner; U13 Pink, Jessica Geary; U13 Purple, Charlotte Smith.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, September 30, 2014 - PAGE 49

BMX Bertaccos

By Brad Lester

THE Bertacco boys know how to have fun on two wheels and win trophies while they’re at it.

Inverloch siblings Josh, 10, and Brayden, 7, are competitive BMX riders. Their youngest brother Zavier, 5, is also showing promise in the sport, having started racing too. Josh and Brayden represented Inverloch Primary School in the School Sports BMX competition, competing in heats at Park Orchards and Ballarat, and placing the school 46th in a field of 121 schools. “Considering there are only two of them (representing Inverloch), they are not doing too bad,” the boys’ mother Janelle said. Josh has already contested a Victorian title in his four year career, placing within the top 40 from more than 70 riders. “I want to make it to the world titles and

get to the top 16 in the Victorian titles this year,” he said. “I find it fun and hope not to crash when I go over a jump.” Every race starts with a descent down a steep hill – “the bigger, the better” according to Josh - and with a half hour practice session, three heats and then the final on race day, the sport zaps racers’ energy. “Josh fell in love with the sport and we have not looked back,” the boys’ mother Janelle said. “Josh has got all these trophies at home and that’s how he got Zavier into it. “There is something about it with Josh. He just gets on the bike and he’s a different kid. He likes any sport but given a choice, he will choose BMX.” The boys are members of the Frankston BMX Club – the closet club to Inverloch – and race decked out in a safety kit of full face helmet, gloves, pants and long-sleeve top.

Bike brothers: the Bertacco boys of Inverloch, from left, Josh, Zavier and Brayden, are enjoying the sport of BMX racing together.

Leongatha Cycling Club rounds off the season THE Leongatha Cycling Club finished the 2014 road season on Sunday with a training ride from Outtrim followed by barbecue lunch and presentations of trophies.

All the championship medals were presented along with the aggregate winners. The awards recognize consistent efforts over the season. The aggregate is based on points awarded for results on each weekend of

Left, Winners: road season club trophy and medals winners were presented at a barbeque at Outtrim on Sunday.

racing. The senior aggregate was won by Brett Franklin, Junior A Grade by Austin Timmins and Junior B by Bernadette Fitzgerald. Club members are now turning their attention to track season. A first for the club is a training session for the riders at the indoor velodrome at Northcote next Friday. This is a great opportunity for the young riders to check out this super facility before having to race there. Our members also have some working bees scheduled to prepare the Leongatha velodrome for track season and are required on Sunday, October 5. This is all before the Come and Try sessions for new riders and an intro-

ductory night on Thursday, October 16. Austin Timmins is a great example of new riders learning the craft. Austin has gone from novice to representing Victoria in just two years. Club coach Tony Smith and the other senior members can get you going on a bike. Training and racing at the track over summer is a great place and time to start. The club can help with bikes for those who want to give it a go – young, older, girls, boys – all are welcome. Check the club web site for information and contacts: www.leongathacycling.com. This a great site to see what the club is doing.

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.

Many benefits: the Bass Coast Barracudas Triathlon Club offers a lot of benefits to the community.

Club races for community WITH a nickname like the Barracudas, one would expect the Bass Coast Triathlon Club to be a group with bite.

Not only do members enjoy keeping in optimal shape and pushing their bodies, but they are also driven by the desire to help the community. The club has been running for 10 years and during that time, has developed a strong

community spirit. Numerous sporting events not only provide an outlet for athletes, but also help raise funds for charities. The Barracudas own and manage the Bass Coast Cycle Challenge Charity event that provides rider education to secondary schools throughout Bass Coast and South Gippsland. The club also owns and operates Keeping Kids on Track charity event, a fun run based at Kilcunda from which

Leongatha table tennis Results - September 23 A Grade: Aliens 8-25 d Guinea Pigs 3-15, MMK 7-24 d Hopefuls 4-13, Holy Grail 8-26 d 4wards 3-13, JAM 7-21 d T Brids 4-18, Dodges 8-26 d sdraWkcaB 3-12. Ladders JAM ............................ 20-72-251 Dodgers ...................... 14-69-246

MMK .......................... 14-64-240 Aliens .......................... 12-63-222 Hopefuls ...................... 12-52-219 4wards ......................... 12-61-223 Holy Grail ................... 12-58-205 T Birds......................... 10-61-220 sdraW kcaB ................... 4-49-194 Guinea Pigs ................... 0-42-168

Aggregate (top 8): Allan R. 30, Michael G. 28, Neil C. 26, Phil M. 25, Mark D. 25 Bryce H. 23, Trish D. 23, Dirk H. 23.

all proceeds are directed into the community to help children find success in life, funding sporting equipment and education. The fun run also paid for pedometers for people to borrow from local libraries. Another club run event, is the Dune to Dune triathlon from Cape Paterson to Inverloch and back to Cape, held in summer each year. Barracudas president Gavin Slavin is proud of the club’s achievements. “It’s a really powerful outcome for the community and that’s what we would like the community to know what the triathlon club is about,” he said. This year’s cycle challenge will be held on Saturday, November 15, and not only promotes the region’s appeal as a cycling destination, but also promotes awareness of the need for cyclists and drivers to share the road. Around 700 riders are expected to take part this year and a further 700 will join in

the fun run. The event involves many groups within the community, including Bass Coast Shire Council, Coastal Crewzers cycling group at Inverloch, and the Inverloch State Emergency Service, the Lions and Rotary clubs, the Inverloch and Wonthaggi surf life saving clubs, and police. The community groups involved are paid for their contribution, resulting in more funds for the community’s benefit. “We do not make any money out of it. We give it all back to the community,” Slavin said. With 30 members, the Barracudas also welcome social members and have established a training program for athletes to follow to improve their results. Swimming sessions are held at Wonthaggi pool on Monday nights and at South Gippsland SPLASH in Leongatha on Wednesday evenings during winter. Open water sessions are held during summer.

A cycling group leaves Paul the Pieman Bakery at Inverloch at 9am Tuesdays and Saturdays, Slavin and his sister Debbie Rielly offer coaching programs for would-be triathletes. Slavin will compete in the Busselton Ironman in Western Australia this December, the Port Macquarie Iron Man in May next year and The Challenge ironman in Germany – his 20th ironman competition. This season’s Barracudas’ events are: December 7, Inverloch: 500m swim, 20km bike, 5km run; January 4, Cape Paterson, 1200m swim, 40km bike, 10km run plus short course 600m swim, 20km bike, 4km run; and another event on February 22 at Inverloch. Results for the Barracudas’ 2013-14 season: first male, Phil Hanley; first female, Michelle Harris; most improved, Troy Taylor; best clubman, Casey Hill; and coach’s award, Jenny Hollins.

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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GOLF | SPORT

thestar.com.au THERE were 36 players on Saturday, September 27 for the stableford competition, with trophies by Don and Gwen Evison. A Grade: P. Vanagtmaal (12 hcp) 39 pts, T. Herbert 38, B. Wessels 37, T. Fowles 37, P. Hornibrook 36, R. Rees 34, N. Perks 34, T. Marotti 34, P. Hopkins 34. B Grade: A. Rosa (19 hcp) 38 pts, T. Fredericks 34. Nearest the pin: 1st S. Rose, 7th P. Hornibrook, 10th N. Perks, 13th T. Fowles. Tuesday’s winner was M. Giles 37 pts and Thursday’s winner was L. Sharp 33 pts. Notices: Second round singles knockout Sunday, September 28.

Wonthaggi ON Saturday, September 27 we played a four man ambrose event with a field of 66 players. Winners were R. Johnson, B. Howard, R. Cornelis, P. Cornelis 56 net, $30 voucher to each player. Nearest the pin: 2nd I. Murrells, 8th G. Hewlett, 13th G.

Dicks, 17th I. Murrells. Don’t forget this Saturday is our October monthly medal and I am expecting a field of 100 players and some great scores. A very happy birthday “60” to a long time member Russell Bolding. Have a top day on Saturday Rusty. The course will be closed until 1.30pm on Thursday and Friday as the veterans have a shotgun start on both days. Good luck to Don Burke and his team with your tournament. Preferred lies will stay for the next week or so as the golf ball is still attracting quite a deal of mud. Hopefully the wind will dry the course out and we can get back to real golf. Have a great week and I will see you all on Saturday.

LAST Wednesday, eight pairs competed in the 18 Hole Doris Chambers Foursomes. The weather was glorious and the course was in good condition. Congratulations to the winners Marg Harper (34) and Joan Peters (19), who finished with a great score of 37 points. Marg and Joan will go on to play in the final of this Golf Victoria event, at Long Island, on October 24. Runners-up were Betty Thomson (31) and Lee Clements (12) with 33 points, on a count-back from Moira Rogers (18) and Norrie Little (21). Next Wednesday is a Stroke event with the October Monthly Medal. Good luck to the qualifiers in the final of the Silver Spoon as this also forms part of the daily event. Salad rolls will be available for lunch. The stall will be operating and there is a committee meeting after presentations. Marg Harper and Kath Welsh are rostered to send the field out. The 27 hole Foursomes Championship was postponed in July and will now be on October 8. Please contact Lee if you are able to play as a there will be a time sheet drawn up prior to the day. There was a shotgun start last Saturday so that players were finished golf in time to watch the AFL Grand Final.

Medal on October 1. Club Championships are to commence on October 22. Good golfing to all!

Meeniyan GRAND final day saw an early start for a four person Ambrose event kindly sponsored by Scott Browne. The winners, with a net score of 56.75, were B. Spokes, D. Wright, C. Wise and D. Thomson. Runners-up, with 58.75, were L. Cope, P. Johnston, R. McKnight and A. Kuhne.

Seven women were in the field with Lee Clements (12) winning, again, with 33 points. Kath Welsh (28) was runner-up with 32 points on a countback from Marg Harper (34). Lee also had a nearest the pin on the first. A number of people gathered at the club to watch the grand final on the big screen and also enjoyed having a catch up. Last Monday afternoon 14 played in perfect weather in the inaugural nine hole mixed competition. This is intended to be a social competition with visitors and locals most welcome. Well done to Darren Bronsema who won with 22 points and Geoff Measom was runner-up with 18 points. Roger Hamill was nearest the pin on the first. There is a time-sheet in the foyer and the cost is $5 for members and just $10 for non-members. It was great to see a large crowd at the club on Sunday to be entertained by The Hoffmans. This was a huge success and the audience certainly appreciated the diverse music and songs, and amazing talent and humour provided by this couple. Thank you to all those involved in catering for the delicious and vast afternoon tea as well as the coordination of this event, and for all those who supported the club through their attendance.

Twilight Beginners Golf Clinics

Balls to R. Matthew, C. Stewart, W. Bullock and C. Buckland with 60.75. Nearest the pin went to B. Dewar and the pro pin to P. Hutcheson. L. Sellings failed to appear to take home the member’s draw. Tuesday was a stroke event won by C. Buckland (eight) with 68 net. R. Hannay (25) was runnerup with 73.

Leongatha ladies TWENTY eight women competed in a Stableford event last Wednesday.

This event was sponsored by club members Maria Bell and Helen Mackenzie. Trish Owen was the winner in a small A Grade field with 32 points. Faye Quilford won B Grade with 31 points and Sue Woods won C Grade with 28 points.

Woorayl Ladies WOORAYL ladies invited the gentlemen of our club to our day of golf this week, hence “Guys and Dolls” day. The weather held for us and some scores were hot! Winners of the Mixed Ambrose Stableford were Sue Wakefield and Mick Herrald

Winners: from left, Joan Peters and Marg Harper won the Doris Chambers Foursomes at Korumburra.

Korumburra ladies

with a great 48 points. The ladies winners with a score of 38 points were Joan Smith and Anne Grist. Down the Line balls went to Eddie and Ann Poole 44 points, Fay Maynard and Bo Fiek 41 points, Elsie McBride and Simon Sullivan 41 points, and Lois Young and John Diaper 38 points. Nearest the Pins were won by Joan Smith on the eighth and Mick Herrald on the 17th. The day was sponsored by Evans Petroleum. Thank you. Next week is Monthly

Ball to D. McIntyre with 74.

your table for the Trivia Night on October 11. You may be the next team to take on the eggheads!

Best nine to A. Kuhne and Nearest the pin to G. Fitzpatrick. On Thursday R. McGeary (18) was a clear winner with 43 points. His nearest rival was A. Kuhne (17) with 37. Nearest the pin to C. Buckland and best nine to R. Hannay. Don’t forget to organise

Presidents Trophy winner: Barb Stimson 33 points. Runner-up: Rhonda Evans 32 points. Nearest the pin: 16th Barb Stimson.

Sue, a relative new comer, was very pleased to have included a ‘gobbler’ in her round of golf. DTL: Toni West 31 points, Debbie Miller 30, Julie Howard 29, Maxine Eabry and Loris Clark 29, Wendy Parker 27 and Marg Griffiths 26 on a count back from Val Brydon. Toni West won the nearest the pin on the 16th. Fourteen women played in the nine hole competition. Adverse weather forecasts may have increased the size

of this field and depleted the number that usually play in the 18 hole competition. Julie McPhee won with 18 points. Noreen Williams and Hannah Martin both won a ball down the line. Saturday September 27th Winner: Fran O’Brien 32/34 points Down the line: Helen Fraser 31 Portia Toussant 29 Nearest the pin: Coral Gray

Mirboo North ladies

Happy bunch: from left, runners-up Marg Johnson and Marion Walker, winners Chris Hamilton. Ivy Ruby absent.

Wonthaggi Ladies

WEDNESDAY’S event was the rescheduling of the Qualifying for the Board Event for the 4BBB Par (The Rita OConnell) from last week and it is amazing what a difference a week makes on the golf course. In pleasant sunshine a happy bunch of girls ventured out for their favourite game of par, the magpies happy now their young have hatched, but now we have to watch out for snakes on the course! The clever pair for the day were a good combination of Ivy Ruby (26) and Chris Hamilton (36) who had the round of the day with a great five up. Runners-up were a new combination of Marg Johnson (11) and Marion Walker (30) who were thrilled with their four up. Two other pairs qualified for the play off and Denise Miller and Vickie Milner three up and Irene Walsh and Marg O’Halloran complete the top

four scores. These pairs received a BDL with another going to Delores Harvey and Di Grimmond on two up. NTP on second to Anne Walker and Pro Pin on eighth to Julie Evens. Congratulations to the girls who played in the SGWGA Seniors’ event at Leongatha Golf Club which saw Di Grimmond win the A Grade handicap and Marg Ryan the B Grade Handicap; well done. On a sad note , one of our members, Florence Davis was buried last week. Vale Flo; you will be missed. We are having Come and Try golf days each Sunday in October. Check out the information in the paper. Upcoming Mixed Championships at Wonthaggi will be held on Sunday, October 26. Please put down your name in the Golf Shop. Let’s support this day. If you need a partner we will arrange one for you.

Musical afternoon: from left, Heather Mathieson and Denise Gibson enjoyed a chat before the show began.

Golf club treated to music

Winners: from left, Sue Woods (C Grade), Faye Quilford (B Grade) and Trish Owen (A Grade).

Leongatha SATURDAY’S A Grade event was taken out by Doug Clemann (11) with 36 points in a countback from Grant McRitchie.

John Hassett (23) had a very good 37 points to win in B Grade and also take out the Super Comp. NTP: Dave Vorwerg on the fourth hole, J. Holroyd on the 14th and Frank Thomas on the 16th. DTL: Grant McRitchie, Barry Stevens, Greg Welsford, R. Holroyd, Peter Walsh, Mark Boler, Chris Leaver, Bryan McCorkell, David Forbes and Derek Summers. Next Saturday is Medal Day and the last chance to make up ground in the McMicking Plate. Thirty-one players took part in Tuesday’s Stableford event. Peter Horman (33) had 34 points to win in a countback from Frank Thomas. NTP: Trevor Steer on both the fourth and the 16th holes, Geoff McDonald on the seventh and Bill Bittlemann on the 14th. DTL: Frank Thomas, Peter Walsh, Ian Johnston, Peter Hobson, Geoff Mc-

Donald, Trevor Rickard and Craig Hams. Thursday’s A Grade event was won by the consistent Geoff McDonald (11) with a score of 36 points. Hugh Goodman (23) also had 36 points to take the B Grade honours. NTP: Ian Nunn on the fourth hole, Chris Leaver on the seventh, Greg Welsford on the 14th and Ian Barlow on the 16th. DTL: Peter Horman, Norm Hughes, Andy Bassett, Jon Smith, Peter Hobson, Peter Walsh, Ray Burton, Andrew Smith, Peter Brownlie, John Eabry and Bruce Cathie. The new Top Gun Competition sponsored by BJS Insurance in Wonthaggi is getting interesting with six weeks

to go before the ‘Shootout’. Hugh Goodman joined the top 19 this week but there is still plenty of time to put together a good round and be part of what promises to be an exciting final. A Trainee Pro/Am day was held on Monday, September 22 featuring some of the best young players in the State. The event was jointly won by Elissa Orr and Luke Hickman, both scoring a net 72, with Sean Roach coming third on 74. The teams event with the best three scores to count was easily won by Clemann, Bell, and Andrew and Jon Smith with a score of 85.

Trainee Pro: from left, joint winners Elissa Orr and Luke Hickman.

KORUMBURRA Golf Club enjoyed a social afternoon with music by The Hoffmans.

The afternoon was a fundraiser for the club and 130 people came along to join in. “The Hoffmans played in Kongwak and a lot of our members said they were fantastic,” club member David Embon said. The Hoffmans are a married couple who have travelled the world playing their music in several different genres.

Team event: from left, Doug Clemann, Bryce Bell (trainee pro), Andrew Smith and Jon Smith.

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SPORT | BOWLS Tarwin TARWIN’s Wednesday triples was held last week with a good day enjoyed by all. Runners-up were Frank, Noel and Stan from Wonthaggi, the winners with four games were Gordon Burke, Peter Emmet (happy 75th birthday Peter) and Rob Lawrie. We still cannot get the smile off Gordon’s face as his team flogged the team of Mick Bowman, Steve Graham, and John Fedley. Apparently this win will see Gordon through the whole year, even Arthur had a bit to say. The club wishes to congratulate Mick Bowman on again being selected in the Victorian RSL side which will be playing in Perth over the Christmas/New Year break. Apparently Jan is looking forward to the trip also. No show without punch. Well done Mick; we expect Victoria to bring home the National Trophy again as they were the Australian champs in Sydney last year. Next triples to be Wednesday, October 8. Ladies’ practice at Meeniyan last Tuesday was a win for Tarwin Division Two on all rinks. Division Three Tarwin Ladies had a practice amongst themselves Friday’s club practice was well attended with the members’ draw now a highlight. Remember you must be at the club to collect the winnings. AFL Grand Final, oh what a day! It was so good to see the footy on the big screen. Was noted a few put their arms up for a mark! Well, it was also heard, “kick it to me.” The pies, hot dogs were a hit and again thanks to the ladies who organised

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this. Men’s next practice is at home against Fish Creek. It is a uniform day and times are as for pennant. Ladies start off their pennant season next Tuesday 30 with Division Two playing at Port Welshpool. Division three has a bye. Round Two, Tuesday, October 7 sees both divisions at home with Seconds against Fish Creek and Thirds against Mirboo North. Thursday, October 9 Tarwin hosts the midweek bowlers.

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Wednesday, September 24 OUR thoughts were with the families of our esteemed life member Gemma Poletti this week on her recent passing. A minute’s silence was held before the night’s bowling started. Four teams of triples were selected for three games of eight ends. Bill, Joe and Mary had a close win over Andrew, Toni and Chloe 6-5. Rod, Carolyn and Peter Tiziani scored a five on the seventh end to enable a 10-7 victory over Charlie, Ian and Illene. The second game saw Charlie 8-6 over Bill and Andrew 9-5 win over Rod. With every team scoring one win the third game determined the night’s victors. Andrew was too strong over Charlie 12-3 and Bill 18-9 over Rod. Winners on the night were Andrew Hanks (s), Toni Heldens and granddaughter Chloe (LWW) 16 ends from Bill Wolswinkel (s), Joe Occhipinti and Mary Tumino (WLW) 13 ends. Next were Charlie Tumino (s), Ian Benson and Illene Tiziani (LWL) 10 ends from Rod McConchie (s), Carolyn Benson and Peter Tiaiani (WLL) nine ends. Social bowls Wednesday 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall - all welcome.

Mardan Indoor WHAT a great turnout this week; just over half of the membership were there for what was a very entertaining night topped off with the biggest ‘dummy spit’ I have seen since my kids were toddlers. Hopefully this will be the last time we see such a display at the club. Enough said about that and on with the important details of the nights play. Once again there were equal games won and lost by the four teams who took to the battle field with some big scores and fight backs happening throughout the night. Ian Hasty’s team was the luckiest and unluckiest team of the night in my eyes. In both games they were all square with one end to go. In the first game they managed to get up by two but in the second game Russell Grady’s team managed to roll them by one on the last end. There were some very close ends through the evening and some great shots stealing the head just when it was needed. I think all teams will agree that they enjoyed the night and will acknowledge that the standard of play for the most part makes it a good night out. The results were close again this week and it came down to shots to decide the winning team: Runners-up with one win, 11 ends and +1 shot were: John McColl, Jeanette Grady and Ian Hasty (S). Winners with one win, 11 ends and +12 shots were: Diane Smith, Theresa Bateman, Nic Rutjens and Tony A-C (S). Thanks to everyone who came out on what was a wet and dismal night and made it a fun and entertaining night. A big thanks to Diane for switching teams after the ‘dummy spitter’ left the building and playing like she had been in Cliff’s team all night.

Above Opponents: Leongatha’s Ray McGannon and Toora’s Allan Spooner went head to head at the Monthly Triples event in Leongatha on Wednesday. Right In form: Leongatha’s Fay Turner took her turn against Port Welshpool at the Monthly Triples event on Wednesday. Ready to bowl: Wonthaggi’s Rob Allan and Leongatha’s Susan Crouch and John White were enjoying the atmosphere in Leongatha during the Monthly Triples event on Wednesday.

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Social bowls: from left, Wednesday’s winning team Elaine Miller, Pat Stoneham, Lola Marsh and Judy Moule.

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WEDNESDAY social bowls continues to draw the players as pennant season rapidly approaches and those who escaped for the winter return home. We welcomed Veronica Muir with open arms and big smiles. It was a happy occasion for all present to see Veronica again on the greens. Veronica was presented with a glorious bunch of flowers to acknowledge her return. We hope that she continues to attend out social bowls.

Foster golf THE course was still recovering from the deluge the previous week when another 10mm fell midweek. The greens were also in the recovery stage after the annual verti drain and scarify. Tuesday, September 23 was the Men’s Stableford and a small field turned out on a beautiful spring day. Ray Prain was welcomed back with a win scoring 37 pts. DTL: Athol McGrath. NTP: John Mathers. Thursday’s Men’s Stableford saw another small field. The winner was Nev Thompson with 36 points. DTL: Garry Clavarino and John Mathers. Friday Stableford. Fred Tyers made a wel-

There were two by two game winners. Runner-up was the team of Joan Clark, Jill Bateman and Carol Hughes. Congratulations to our winners by one point: Elaine Miller, Pat Stoneham, Judith Moule and Lola Marsh. Diary notes: the monthly ladies meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 8 at 11am. Please use this time to find out about upcoming events and air

come return taking home the chook with 19 points. DTL: Lloyd McKenzie and Gail Tyers. NTP: Gail Tyers and Peter Dight. Saturday, September 27 was Grand Final Day which meant that players would have to hit off a little earlier to finish in time for the opening bounce. In a day that saw scoring quite difficult, Norm Cooper had no such trouble. Norm easily won A Grade with 41 points. In B Grade Garry Clavarino had 32 points to take the win. DTL: Paul Robertson 36, Col Pulham 35, Tony Vanin 34 and Nev Thompson 34. NTP: Jim Freeman, Terry Jewson, Paul Robertson, Norm Cooper and Jim Freeman. The winner of the Mem-

any issues you may have. The membership draw on Friday night from 5pm to 6.30pm is on every Friday. There may be a meat tray or other raffle for you to try your luck. Remember, you must be present for the membership draw which has yet to be claimed and has jackpotted. Our Tuesday pennant starts on September 30 for the season. Every success to our Division 1, 2 and 3 teams. Good bowling.

bers’ and Golfers’ draw was Bruce Knee, who unfortunately was not present to collect the $550. The draw will jackpot to $600 this coming Friday. The Saturday golfers draw was won by Kris Drangsholt who was working at the time behind the bar to collect the $480. The draw drops back to $200 next week. Garry Clavarino was the winner of the card draw to collect the six pack of beer. Coming Events: Thursday, October 2 Stableford; Friday, October 3 Friday Friendly; Friday, October 3 Members’ Cash Draw 6:30pm – 8pm $600; Saturday, October 4 Monthly Medal Stroke, Foster Mirror Trophy; Saturday, October 4 Golfers’ Cash Draw 5:30pm - $200; Tuesday, October 7 Stableford.

South Gippsland Women’s golf THE South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association Championship was held at Leongatha Golf Club on Friday, September 19. The Championship was over 18 holes and proved to be a bit difficult for many that attended. Thanks to Leongatha Golf Club for the presentation of their course and the hospitality shown to all. Congratulations to Barb Warren for winning the Championship for the third year in a row. Barb was more than pleased with her effort, a great achievement. The results are as follows: S.G.W.G.A. Senior Champion Scratch: Barb Warren (Foster) 86. S.G.W.G.A. Veteran Champions Scratch: Marg Berry (Leongatha) 89. A Grade Handicap: Di

WEDNESDAY, September 25 saw the monthly triples in action. The winners on the day were Peter Sparks (s), Rob Snooks and Keith Marsh with four straight wins and runners-up was the Leongatha team of John Turner (s), Faye Turner and Mary Jepson with three wins and a draw. Best last game went to the Leongatha team of Jack Kuiper (s), Trish McCormack and Tas Haywood with plus 11. Sponsor for the day was Alex Scott and Co and the club thanks them for their valued support. Winners of the Stockdale & Leggo wines was Toora and again the club thanks them for their valued support. Saturday, September 27, grand final day, saw 22 bowlers front the greens with the winners being Wayne Walker (s) and Les Wilson with three wins plus 31, runners-up were Trish McCormack (s) and Gary Van Sinderen with Grimmond (Wonthaggi) 81 net on a three way countback. B Grade Handicap: Marg Ryan (Wonthaggi) 74 net. C Grade Handicap: Jea-

three wins plus 22. Congratulations to Leongatha club ladies member Rosa James on winning the South Gippsland ladies over 60s singles title played at Leongatha on Thursday, September 25. Well done Rosa, you have done the club proud. Reminders: There are still some members who have not paid their subs, so no pay, no play. Saturday, October 4 will be pennant practice to be held at the Korumburra Bowls Club, 1pm start. Teams will be selected on Tuesday evening by the selectors. Kitty Club tea will be held on Friday evening, October 3 at 6pm. If you wish to attend please ensure your names are on the list which is situated near the door to the match committee room. Ladies pennant commences Tuesday, September 30 so good luck in round one. Until the next report, good bowling ‘Jackhigh’.

nette Swann (Welshpool) 94 net. NTP: 14th Judy Webb (Korumburra),16th Marg Johnson (Wonthaggi).

BDL: T. Owen 81, S. Thomas 81, M. Johnson 81, D. Harvey 81, J. Howard 81, G, Tyers 82, F. Quilford 82, C. Gray 84, L. Clark 84.

Class act: from left, Marg Berry, Leongatha (Veteran Champion); Anne Walker (S.G.W.G.A. President); Barb Warren, Foster (Seniors Champion); Maree Anderson (S.G.W.G.A. Secretary).

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MDU celebrates the year that was SEASON 2014 recently came to a successful close for MDU Football Netball Club with Junior and Senior Presentations taking place. Well represented through-

out the final series with Reserves football and most grades of netball featuring, the Under 13’s netballers finished off as grand finalists and Under 17s earned a deserved premiership. Off field the club successfully hosted ex Collingwood players Tarrant and Didak mid

season, made huge improvements to facilities and grounds with the resurfacing of the netball courts, renovation and improvements to the football warm up area and umpires rooms courtesy of the Channel 9 AFL Footy Show ‘Tough Love’ Crew, and continued improvement to the football play-

Special awards: from left: Darlene Jones, Life Membership; Jocelyn Mackie, Best Club Person; Andrea Thorson, Goldie Award; and Tanya Thorson, Life Membership.

ing surface. The year culminated in the hosting of this year’s Alberton FL Grand Final. President Adrian Coulter acknowledged the huge volume of voluntary work that went into making Grand Final day a great success. What a fabulous way to finish off the season, promoting the Alberton Football Netball League, Meeniyan township and surrounds, and the MDUFNC. All club people are encouraged and invited to attend the Annual General Meeting that is scheduled on Monday, October 20. It is important that everyone attend to ensure the club continues to grow and improve in the coming season.

Top right, Reserves: Best and Fairest, Pete Harris. Absent: runnerup Best and Fairest and Most Improved, Rhys Livingstone; Most Determined, Cam Harris; Most Consistent, Max East; and Coach’s Award, Sam Horvath.

15 and Under: Best and Fairest, Kayla Redpath; and runner-up, Abby Forrester.

Thirds: back row from left, Coach’s Award, Matt Newton; Best and Fairest, and First Senior Debut, Sam Forrester; runner-up, Ethan Stephenson; Most Improved; Corey Dyke; and Michael Reilly Award, and First Senior Debut, Dean Thorson. Front row from left, Most Determined, Alex Campbell; and Most Outstanding Junior, Daniel Campbell.

Above, Seniors: back row from left, Jason Kennedy, Coach’s Award; Mark Lafferty, coach; and Joel Sinclair, Best and Fairest. Front row from left, Rod Taylor Memorial Award, Ryan Olden; and Most Consistent, Ben Thomas. Right, Netball: from left, C Grade Best and Fairest, Brooke Newton; B Grade Best in finals, Andrea Thorson; C Grade Coach’s Award, Sam Rayson; B Grade Best and Fairest, Louise Bruce; B Grade runner-up Best and Fairest and Best in Finals, Mel Harris; C Grade runner-up Best and Fairest, Lauren Wightman; A Grade runner-up Best and Fairest, Tyler Ralph.

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17 and Under: from left, Best and Fairest, Elicia Garnham; Coach’s Trophy, Hayley Norton; runnerup, Alex O’Sullivan.

Joffa Ellen Memorial: from left, Bill Bennett being awarded the trophy by Russell Ellen.

The Tarwin Football Netball Club marked the end of the 2014 season with a well attended awards evening in the club’s social rooms on Friday, September 19. Awards

C Grade: runner up, Katrina Houston; Best and Fairest, Rachel Cameron; Best in Finals, Andrea Pearce. Fourths: Best Utility, Dylan Garnham; Most Determined, Tom Van der Kolk; Rising Star, Jordan Browne; Best and Fairest, Jack Dunn; runner-up Joel

B Grade: from left, runner-up, Jade Walsh; Best and Fairest, Kelly McRae. Absent: Coach’s Trophy, Alice Gair.

Seniors: from left, Leading Goal Kicker, Chris Hay; runner-up, Hayden Browne; Best and Fairest, and Thorson Medal, Brenton Byrnes; Most Determined, Nathan McRae; Best Utility, Ben Chalmers; Best Team Man, Rob Houston. Absent: Most Improved, Nick Browne.

Norton; Most Consistent, Jordan Hill; Most Improved, Billy Wilson. Reserves: Best team Man, Paul McRae; Best

and fairest, Brian Launder; runner-up, Nick McRae; Best Utility, Peter Price; Most Improved, Luke Keily; Coach’s Tro-

phy, Kyle Robinson; Most Consistent, David Leggo. Kate Norton was awarded Best Club Person.

Thirds: back row from left, equal Best and Fairest, Jack Van der Kolk; Most Determined, Adam Turner; Most Consistent, Jayden Smith; runner-up, Ben Ellen. Front row from left, Best Team Man, Kyle Robinson; coach, Paul McRae; Best Utility, Ben Green; equal Best and Fairest, Jordan Browne.

A Grade: from left, Best and Fairest, Tayla Delaney; runner-up, Laura Browne. Absent: Holly Hawkins MVP.

15 and Under: from left, runner-up and Most Improved, Jasmine Gulliver and Best and Fairest, Amelia Ellen.

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Dalyston celebrates season success The Dalyston Football Netball Club, so successful this season, proudly presented awards to its star achievers on Saturday 20 at the Wonthaggi Town Hall. Right, Best Club Person: from left, Peter Hill, recipient of the Bucky O’Halloran Award and Brett O’Halloran. Far right, Reserves: from left, runner-up, Tom Davey; coach, Paul Magro; Club Award, Ash Chetland; Best and Fairest, Dale Brown; Most consistent, Shannon Coldebella; and Most Valuable Player, Liam Wall. Front: Most Improved, Jake Coldebella. Below, Thirds: back row from left, Most determined, Michael McCoy; Best and Fairest, Nathan Bainbridge; Best First Year Player, Michael Marotta; runner-up, Harry Wright; Most consistent, Jack Legione; coach, Darren Bainbridge. Front row from left, Most Improved, Luke Bolding; Club Award, Mitch Davey; Best in grand Final, Joe Magro; and Most Improved, James Honeysett.

Seniors: from left, Best and Fairest, Brad Fisher; Most Valuable Player, Matt Schreck; Most Consistent, Chris Samargis; Best First Year Player, Pete; Most Improved, Kurt Thomas; coach, Paul Brosnan; and runner-up, Michael Kraska.

C Grade: from left, Coach’s Award, Emma Phillips; coach, Michelle Huitema; Best and Fairest, Sarah Blundell; and runner-up, Bec Pupetti.

A Grade: from left, runner-up, Jarney Thomas; Best and Fairest, and Best in Finals, Tess Angarane; and Most Consistent, Jess McRae.

Best and Fairest: from left, A Grade, Tess Angarane; and Seniors’, Brad Fisher.

17 and Under: from left, Coach’s Award, Jade Macdermid; runner-up, Jade Ray-Angarane; Best and Fairest, and Best in Finals, Alana McRae; and coach, Chloe McRae.

Sea Eagles award top players I-K Football Netball Club awarded its star players on Friday, September 19 at its clubrooms. Top left, Senior Football: back row from left, Brad Hender and Lucas McMillan. Front row from left, Josh Clottu, Chris Terlich, Dylan Clark, Tim Thornby, coach Ben Soumilas. Bottom left, C Grade Netball: from left, Kate Turner; coach, Deb Griffin; Ali Hayes. Right, B Grade Netball: from left, Rach Millar; coach, Sindy Boydoach; Casey Teakle; Kylie Hodge. Below, Reserve Football: from left, coach, Steve Fisher; Chris Spencer; Corey Buxton; Most Consistent, Aiden Dowie; and Most Determined, Dave Friswell.

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Key grand final roles for Leongatha duo LIKE everyone else, grand final umpire Matt Stevic was surprised at how Saturday’s big game panned out.

All Australian: Leongatha born and educated, Matt Stevic was named for the 2014 AFL All Australian umpires following a year which culminated in his being named one of the three grand final field umpires.

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spanned the time Melbourne hosted the Commonwealth Games. He taught physical education, business management and geography at Scotch College, Xavier and Melbourne

Grammar, and while he is currently between careers his first love is property and ultimately that is the field he would like to work in. He has just bought a property to renovate in South

Yarra. The AFL umpires are visiting New York City as a group in October to compare operations with the NBA and NFL as a training, learning and reviewing exercise.

Happy to kick a few: Jarryd Roughead played a leading role in the Hawk’s premiership with 11 kicks, 12 disposals, five marks and the all important five goals. He said afterwards he was happy to kick a few in the ‘granny’. Those five goals took his tally for the three Hawthorn finals’ appearances to a whopping 13 goals. The Star tried to contact Roughead but not surprisingly, with celebrations in full swing, Jarryd was not answering his phone. Photo courtesy of the Herald Sun.

Chance for youngsters at Mirboo North HAVING won the A Grade grand final last year, Mirboo North Cricket Club is taking the opportunity to bring some young players up into a strong side. “This is really going to be a year of transition for the kids to step up to A Grade,” president Angelo Cannizzo said. New players for the side include 18 year old Callum Buckley from England, who plays for a feeder club for Durham County. He aims to play for Durham eventually. Cameron Le Page will

also be playing after a few years off. No players have left the club, but A Grade bowlers Dale Banks and Josh Taylor are both suffering shoulder injuries after the football season. Rob Phoenix will captain A Grade while David Woodall and David Calder will co captain B Grade. Mr Phoenix will also coach the seniors, while Adrian Williams and Ian Southall coach U16s, David Ryan the U14s and Danny Chila and Chris Anders the juniors. Mr Phoenix made 125 not out in the A Grade grand final last season. He and Jed Alexander

batted extremely well during that match, when Mirboo North were 5/70 chasing 290 against La Trobe. Mirboo North won with four balls to spare. 2014/15 will be a good year for kids to get an opportunity with the seniors. Mr Cannizzo said the club is looking ahead and planning for the next five to eight years. Sixteen year olds Hudson Kerr and Connor Williams are strong players joining the A Grade side,

while Riley Oddy, Jed Alexander and Shane Peters are also players to watch. Mirboo North has at least six girls playing in the junior sides. “We’re putting up two U12s sides for the first time in a long time,” Mr Cannizzo said. “The intent for next year is to put together an all female side in the Central Gippsland Cricket Association comp. “That’s our goal.” Established player Ian

Southall was selected to play for the Victorian Goannas, an over 60s team. Mr Cannizzo said the ground is also in good condition. “The turf’s coming along really nicely. “This is our third year on the new turf wicket. “We’re actually getting other leagues asking to use our ground.” Mirboo North opens its season this Saturday October 4 when it tackles Thorpdale at Thorpdale.

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“Especially given the way the two teams finished the year.” Going into the match, Stevic said the pressure was incredible and the first ten minutes of the game was intense. “The 2012 grand final was an unbelievable game of football with three or four momentum shifts. This one was different.” Stevic said that while Hawthorn was in control for three and a half quarters, and that did take some of the pressure off, it did not make it any easier. “It is the grand final and it is really critical to perform to a high level. “We want to be consistent throughout the game.

“When I reviewed the game I was pleased with how we performed as a group.” Following a short debrief after the game and family and friends visiting the rooms for the wind down, there was an official AFL function in the evening following the game. Stevic, who has umpired more than 200 AFL games, was named AFL All Australian umpire for the second time. It is an accolade he also had bestowed on him in 2012 after his first AFL grand final. “It makes me a very proud man.” Born in Leongatha in 1979, Stevic was a student at the Leongatha Secondary College. His mother as well as his brother (and his wife and their two children) live in the town. From school Stevic went on to work for Athletics Australia for several years which

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Eye on finals KILCUNDA-BASS aims to be as competitive as last season, when the club produced a strong finals campaign across the board. A2, B2 and Under 16s advanced to the semi-finals, while C2 Grade lost in the grand final. The club will again field sides in those divisions, along with an Under 14s team. Club president Ray Gardiner said the club has been training since early August and focusing on all round fitness. “We’re just looking for the young blokes to continue to gradually improve again. We had a few young ones play A Grade lost year and we are hopeful they will continue to come back,” he said. “We just like to play good, hard all-round cricket. Whether it be batting or bowling, we just like to have a go.” Numbers at training have been satisfactory and with the football season wrapped up, more cricketers are expected to attend training sessions. Andrew Donohue returns for his second season as club coach and captain, and the batsman and bowler holds the faith of the club executive. The ranks will be filled by local players from the Bass, San Remo and Corinella districts, with no new players. The main oval at the Bass Recreation Reserve is looking good and will ready in the time for the club’s first game. The social committee was due to meet last week to discuss an exciting social calendar. Rohan Duff will coach the Under 16s and the club is confident of confirming the appointment of an Under 14s coach. Gardiner is joined on the executive by vicepresident Trevor Ackland, secretary Barbara Oates, treasurer James Mahood and junior coordinator Kim Duff.

LEAGUE number one player Gavin Britt will be the captain and coach of the Wonthaggi Workmen’s senior side.

He will be joined by junior coaches Craig Harvey (U/12s), Daniel Turton (U/14s) and Stephen Brann (U/16s). The rest of the captains are yet to be announced. Last year’s senior coach Tim Hooper has stepped down from the coaching role but will still be playing on the A Grade team. “It will be great to still have him out there,” Wonthaggi Workmen’s president Michael Turton said. The Workmen’s have been preparing for the season ahead with trainings twice a week. They have filled an A Grade, B Grade, C1

and C2 side along with their juniors. The same line up has returned but Gavin Bolding will be retiring this year. He played in A Grade for many years and will be big shoes to fill. The players are competitive in all grades and will be particularly competitive in A and B Grade after winning the premiership last season. “We have a good mix of juniors this year as well,” Turton said. The oval is looking fantastic and they have had good turnouts to all trainings. The highlights on the Workmen’s social calendar are the trivia night and their major reunion, which will celebrate the premiership teams from 10, 20 and 30 years ago.

New look Poowong-Loch ZEALOUS recruiting has paid off for Poowong-Loch Cricket Club, with an extra senior side to be fielded this year. The club will enter teams in A2, B2 and C2, as well as Under 16s and Under 14s. Recruiters have confirmed 29 senior players this year, paving the way for a competitive and social atmosphere. The club has appointed a new coach: Wilson Pollock, formerly of Buln Buln Cricket Club and he has brought with him fast bowler Cameron Cutler. Club secretary Paula Springer said Pollock’s appointment had created interest in Poowong-Loch. “He’s been instrumental in the recruitment as well,” Springer said. “We have picked up a couple of players from Nyora and Korumburra. We had a bit of a struggle a couple of years ago and there are a lot of new committee members that have

reinvigorated the existing committee and they’ve created a new image.” The club has been bolstered by the return of former Poowong-Loch players to the crease after taking a break. Pollock had played at Buln Buln for many seasons and has played most of his cricket around the Warragul district. “He’s eager and he’s played a lot of cricket in his career, and the next step for him is to have a go at coaching and the committee saw a lot of potential in him,” Springer said. Junior numbers are looking promising, and the Under 16s and 14s will be overseen by Adam Sheedy and Colin Knox. “The Loch ground is in good condition and a lot of work has been done on the runup. We will play our first four games at Loch because it gets quite wet, but we are lucky that we have the Poowong Recreation Reserve to fall back on,” Springer said. The club is grateful for the support of many sponsors this year.

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A Grade - Division 1 Round 1 - Oct 4 Imperials v Nerrena (EC) Won Workmens v Phillip Island (BW Won) Town v OMK (SP 1) Inverloch v Won Miners (Inv Rec) Round 2 - Oct 11 Won Miners v Won Workmens (WFG) OMK v Imperials (BW Won) Nerrena v Town (L Turf) Phillip Island v Inverloch (Cowes) Round 3 - Oct 18 Town v Won Workmens (McM Res) Phillip Island v OMK (Cowes) Inverloch v Imperials (Inv Rec) Nerrena v Won Miners (Nerr) Round 4 - Oct 25 Won Workmens v Nerrena (McM Res) Imperials v Phillip Island (L Turf) Won Miners v Town (WFG) OMK v Inverloch (BW Won) Round 5 - Nov 1 & 8 Won Miners v OMK (WFG) Town v Imperials (SP 1) Nerrena v Phillip Island (L Turf) Won Workmens v Inverloch (McM Res) Round 6 - Nov 15 & 22 OMK v Won Workmens (BW Won) Inverloch v Nerrena (I Turf) Phillip Island v Town (Cowes) Imperials v Won Miners (EC) Round 7 - Nov 29 & Dec 6 Won Miners v Phillip Island (WFG) Nerrena v OMK (L Turf) Won Workmens v Imperials (BW Won) Town v Inverloch (SP 1)

A Grade - Division 2

Round 8 - Dec 13 Phillip Island v Nerrena (Cowes) OMK v Won Miners (Outt) Imperials v Town (EC) Inverloch v Won Workmens (I Turf) Round 9 - Dec 20 Nerrena v Inverloch (L Turf) Won Workmens v OMK (BW Won) Town v Phillip Island (SP 1) Won Miners v Imperials (WFG) Round 10 - Jan 10 Phillip Island v Won Miners (Cowes) OMK v Nerrena (Outt) Imperials v Won Workmens (EC) Inverloch v Town (I Turf) Round 11 - Jan 17 & 24 Nerrena v Imperials (L Turf) Phillip Island v Won Workmens (Cowes) OMK v Town (BW Won) Won Miners v Inverloch (WFG) Round 12 - Jan 31 & Feb 7 Won Workmens v Won Miners (BW Won) Imperials v OMK (L Turf) Town v Nerrena (SP 1) Inverloch v Phillip Island (I Turf) Round 13 - Feb 14 & 21 Won Workmens v Town (SP 1) OMK v Phillip Island (BW Won) Imperials v Inverloch (L Turf) Won Miners v Nerrena (WFG) Round 14 - Feb 28 & Mar 7 Nerrena v Won Workmens (Nerr) Phillip Island v Imperials (Cowes) Town v Won Miners (SP 1) Inverloch v OMK (I Turf)

Round 1 - Oct 4 Korumburra v Kilcunda-Bass (Kor) Foster v Glen Alvie (FGC) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Poowong-Loch (Tar) Koonwarra-L/RSL v MDU (Koon) Round 2 - Oct 11 MDU v Foster (Meen) Poowong-Loch v Korumburra (Poow) Kilcunda-Bass v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Bass) Glen Alvie v Koonwarra-L/RSL (GA) Round 3 - Oct 18 Fish Creek-Tarwin v Foster (Tar) Glen Alvie v Poowong-Loch (BW Won) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Korumburra (L Turf) Kilcunda-Bass v MDU (Bass) Round 4 - Oct 25 Foster v Kilcunda-Bass (FGC) Korumburra v Glen Alvie (Kor) MDU v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Meen) Poowong-Loch v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Poow) Round 5 - Nov 1 & 8 MDU v Poowong-Loch (Meen) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Korumburra (FC Turf) Foster v Koonwarra-L/RSL (FGC) Kilcunda-Bass v Glen Alvie (BW Won) Round 6 - Nov 15 & 22 Koonwarra-L/RSL v Kilcunda-Bass (L Turf) Poowong-Loch v Foster (Loch) Glen Alvie v Fish Creek-Tarwin (GA) Korumburra v MDU (Kor) Round 7 - Nov 29 & Dec 6 MDU v Glen Alvie (Dmblk) Kilcunda-Bass v Poowong-Loch (Bass) Foster v Korumburra (FGC) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Koonwarra-L/RSL (FC Turf)

B Grade - Division 2

B Grade - Division 1 Round 1 - Oct 4 Nerrena v Imperials (Nerr) OMK v Town (Outt) Phillip Island v Won Workmens (Cowes) MDU v Inverloch (Meen) Round 2 - Oct 11 Inverloch v Phillip Island (Inv) Town v Nerrena (SP 1) Imperials v OMK (EC) Won Workmens v MDU (McM Res) Round 3 - Oct 18 OMK v Phillip Island (Outt) Won Workmens v Town (SP 1) MDU v Nerrena (Meen) Imperials v Inverloch (EC) Round 4 - Oct 25 Phillip Island v Imperials (Cowes) Nerrena v Won Workmens (Nerr) Inverloch v OMK (Inv) Town v MDU (SP 1) Round 5 - Nov 1 & 8 Inverloch v Town (Inv) OMK v Nerrena (Outt) Imperials v Won Workmens (EC) Phillip Island v MDU (Cowes) Round 6 - Nov 15 & 22 MDU v Imperials (Meen) Town v Phillip Island (SP 1) Won Workmens v OMK (McM Res) Nerrena v Inverloch (Nerr) Round 7 - Nov 29 & Dec 6 Inverloch v Won Workmens (I Turf) Imperials v Town (EC) Phillip Island v Nerrena (Newh Coll) OMK v MDU (Outt)

Round 8 - Dec 13 Won Workmens v Imperials (McM Res) Town v Inverloch (SP 1) Nerrena v OMK (Nerr) MDU v Phillip Island (Dmblk) Round 9 - Dec 20 Imperials v MDU (EC) Phillip Island v Town (Cowes) OMK v Won Workmens (Outt) Inverloch v Nerrena (I Turf) Round 10 - Jan 10 Won Workmens v Inverloch (McM Res) Town v Imperials (SP 1) Nerrena v Phillip Island (Nerr) MDU v OMK (Dmblk) Round 11 - Jan 17 & 24 Imperials v Nerrena (EC) Won Workmens v Phillip Island (McM Res) Town v OMK (SP 1) Inverloch v MDU (I Turf) Round 12 - Jan 31 & Feb 7 Phillip Island v Inverloch (Cowes) Nerrena v Town (Nerr) OMK v Imperials (Outt) MDU v Won Workmens (Meen) Round 13 - Feb 14 & 21 Phillip Island v OMK (Cowes) Town v Won Workmens (McM Res) Nerrena v MDU (Nerr) Inverloch v Imperials (I Turf) Round 14 - Feb 28 & Mar 7 Imperials v Phillip Island (EC) Won Workmens v Nerrena (McM Res) OMK v Inverloch (Outt) MDU v Town (Meen)

C Grade - Division 1 Round 1 - Oct 4 Imperials v Nerrena (L Velo) Won Workmens v Phillip Island (McM Res) Town v OMK (SP 2) Inverloch v MDU

Round 8 - Dec 13 Phillip Island v Nerrena (Newh Coll) OMK v MDU (KSC) Imperials v town (L Velo) Inverloch v Won Workmens (Inv)

Round 2 - Oct 11 MDU v Won Workmens (Dmblk) OMK v Imperials (Outt) Nerrena v Town (Nerr) Phillip Island v Inverloch (Newh Coll)

Round 9 - Dec 20 Nerrena v Inverloch (Nerr) Won Workmens v OMK (McM Res) Town v Phillip Island (SP 2) MDU v Imperials (Dmblk)

Round 3 - Oct 18 Town v Won Workmens (SP 2) Phillip Island v OMK (Newh Coll) Inverloch v Imperials (M Mac) Nerrena v MDU (L Velo)

Round 10 - Jan 10 Phillip Island v MDU (Newh Coll) OMK v Nerrena (KSC) Imperials v Won Workmens (L Velo) Inverloch v Town (Inv)

Round 4 - Oct 25 Won Workmens v Nerrena (WSC) Imperials v Phillip Island (EC) MDU v Town (Dmblk) OMK v Inverloch (Outt)

Round 11 - Jan 17 & 24 Nerrena v Imperials (Nerr) Phillip Island v Won Workmens (Newh Coll) OMK v Town (Meen) MDU v Inverloch (Meen)

Round 5 - Nov 1 & 8 MDU v OMK (Dmblk) Town v Imperials (SP 2) Nerrena v Phillip Island (Nerr) Won Workmens v Inverloch (WSC)

Round 12 - Jan 31 & Feb 7 Won Workmens v MDU (McM Res) Imperials v OMK (EC) Town v Nerrena (SP 2) Inverloch v Phillip Island (Inv)

Round 6 - Nov 15 & 25 Inverloch v Nerrena (Inv) OMK v Won Workmens (Outt) Phillip Island v Town (Newh Coll) Imperials v MDU (L Velo)

Round 13 - Feb 14 & 21 Won Workmens v Town (WSC) OMK v Phillip Island (Outt) Imperials v Inverloch (EC) MDU v Nerrena (Dmblk

Round 7 - Nov 29 & Dec 6 MDU v Phillip Island (Meen) Nerrena v OMK (Nerr) Won Workmens v Imperials (McM Res) Town v Inverloch (SP 2)

Round 14 - Feb 28 & Mar 7 Nerrena v Won Workmens (L Velo) Phillip Island v Imperials (Newh Coll) Town v MDU (SP 2) Inverloch v OMK (Inv)

Round 8 - Dec 13 Glen Alvie v Kilcunda-Bass (BW Won) Poowong-Loch v MDU (Loch) Korumburra v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Kor) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Foster (L Turf) Round 9 - Dec 20 Kilcunda-Bass v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Bass) Foster v Poowong-Loch (FGC) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Glen Alvie (FC Turf) MDU v Korumburra (Meen) Round 10 - Jan 10 Poowong-Loch v Kilcunda-Bass (Loch) Korumburra v Foster (Kor) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Fish Creek-Tarwin (L Turf) Glen Alvie v MDU (BW Won) Round 11 - Jan 17 & 24 Kilcunda-Bass v Korumburra (Bass) Glen Alvie v Foster (GA) Poowong-Loch v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Loch) MDU v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Dmblk) Round 12 - Jan 31 & Feb 7 Foster v MDU (FGC) Korumburra v Poowong-Loch (Kor) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Kilcunda-Bass (FC Turf) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Glen Alvie (Koon) Round 13 - Feb 14 & 21 Foster v Fish Creek-Tarwin (FGC) Poowong-Loch v Glen Alvie (Loch) Korumburra v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Kor) MDU v Kilcunda-Bass (Meen) Round 14 - Feb 28 & Mar 7 Kilcunda-Bass v Foster (Bass) Glen Alvie v Korumburra (BW Won) Fish Creek-Tarwin v MDU (FC Turf) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Poowong-Loch (L Turf)

Round 1 - Oct 4 Kilcunda-Bass v Korumburra (Bass) Glen Alvie v Foster (GA) Poowong-Loch v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Poow) Won Miners v Koonwarra-L/RSL (WFG) Round 2 - Oct 11 Foster v Won Miners (FGC) Korumburra v Poowong-Loch (Kor) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Kilcunda-Bass (Tar) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Glen Alvie (Koon) Round 3 - Oct 18 Foster v Fish Creek-Tarwin (FGC) Poowong-Loch v Glen Alvie (Poow) Korumburra v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Kor) Won Miners v Kilcunda-Bass (WFG) Round 4 - Oct 25 Kilcunda-Bass v Foster (Bass) Glen Alvie v Korumburra (GA) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Won Miners (Tar) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Poowong-Loch (Koon) Round 5 - Nov 1 & 8 Poowong-Loch v Won Miners (Loch) Korumburra v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Kor) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Foster (Koon) Glen Alvie v Kilcunda-Bass (GA) Round 6 - Nov 15 & 22 Kilcunda-Bass v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Bass) Foster v Poowong-Loch (FGC) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Glen Alvie (FC Turf) Won Miners v Korumburra (WFG) Round 7 - Nov 29 & Dec 6 Glen Alvie v Won Miners (GA) Poowong-Loch v Kilcunda-Bass (Loch) Korumburra v Foster (Kor) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Koon)

Round 8 - Dec 13 Kilcunda-Bass v Glen Alvie (Bass) Won Miners v Poowong-Loch (WFG) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Korumburra (FC Turf) Foster v Koonwarra-L/RSL (FGC) Round 9 - Dec 20 Koonwarra-L/RSL v Kilcunda-Bass (Koon) Poowong-Loch v Foster (Loch) Glen Alvie v Fish Creek-Tarwin (GA) Korumburra v Won Miners (Kor) Round 10 - Jan 10 Won Miners v Glen Alvie (WFG) Kilcunda-Bass v Poowong-Loch (Bass) Foster v Korumburra (FGC) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Koonwarra-L/RSL (FC Turf) Round 11 - Jan 17 & 24 Korumburra v Kilcunda-Bass (Kor) Foster v Glen Alvie (FGC) Fish Creek-Tarwin v Poowong-Loch (FC Turf) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Won Miners (Koon) Round 12 - Jan 31 & Feb 7 Won Miners v Foster (WFG) Poowong-Loch v Korumburra (Loch) Kilcunda-Bass v Fish Creek-Tarwin (Bass) Glen Alvie v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Dalys) Round 13 - Feb 14 & 21 Fish Creek-Tarwin v Foster (FC Turf) Glen Alvie v Poowong-Loch (GA) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Korumburra (Koon) Kilcunda-Bass v Won Miners (Bass) Round 14 - Feb 28 & Mar 7 Foster v Kilcunda-Bass (FGC) Korumburra v Glen Alvie (Kor) Won Miners v Fish Creek-Tarwin (WFG) Poowong-Loch v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Loch)

C Grade - Division 2 Round 1 - Oct 4 OMK v Poowong-Loch (KSC) Won Miners v Korumburra (Won Nth) Glen Alvie v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Dalys) Won Workmens v Kilcunda-Bass (WSC) Phillip Island v Inverloch (Newh Coll) Round 2 - Oct 11 Inverloch v Won Workmens (WSC) Kilcunda-Bass v Glen Alvie (Bass) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Won Miners (M McK) Korumburra v OMK (KSC) Poowong-Loch v Phillip Island (Loch) Round 3 - Oct 18 OMK v Koonwarra-L/RSL (KSC) Won Miners v Kilcunda-Bass (Won Nth) Glen Alvie v Inverloch (GA) Won Workmens v Phillip Island (WSC) Korumburra v Poowong-Loch (Kor) Round 4 - Oct 25 Phillip Island v Glen Alvie (Newh Coll) Inverloch v Won Miners (Won Nth) Kilcunda-Bass v OMK (Bass) Korumburra v Koonwarra-L/RSL (KSC) Poowong-Loch v Won Workmens (Loch) Round 5 - Nov 1 & 8 OMK v Inverloch (KSC) Won Miners v Phillip Island (Won Nth) Glen Alvie v Won Workmens (Dalys)

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Kilcunda-Bass v Korumburra (Bass) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Poowong-Loch (M McK) Round 6 - Nov 15 & 22 Won Workmens v Won Miners (WSC) Phillip Island v OMK (Rhyll) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Kilcunda-Bass (Koon) Korumburra v Inverloch (KSC) Poowong-Loch v Glen Alvie (Poow) Round 7 - Nov 29 & Dec 6 OMK v Won Workmens (KSC) Won Miners v Glen Alvie (Won Nth) Phillip Island v Korumburra (Rhyll) Inverloch v Koonwarra-L/RSL (WSC) Kilcunda-Bass v Poowong-Loch (Bass) Round 8 - Dec 13 Glen Alvie v OMK (GA) Kilcunda-Bass v Inverloch (Bass) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Phillip Island (Koon) Korumburra v Won Workmens (SP 2) Poowong-Loch v Won Miners (Poow) Round 9 - Dec 20 OMK v Won Miners (KSC) Glen Alvie v Korumburra (Dalys) Won Workmens v Koonwarra-L/RSL (WSC) Phillip Island v Kilcunda-Bass (Rhyll) Inverloch v Poowong-Loch (Inv) Round 10 - Jan 10 Inverloch v Phillip Island (WSC)

SEMI FINALS March 14 & 15 (1pm)

Kilcunda-Bass v Won Workmens (Bass) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Glen Alvie (Koon) Korumburra v Won Miners (SP 2) Poowong-Loch v OMK (Poow) Round 11 - Jan 17 & 24 OMK v Korumburra (KSC) Won Miners v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Won Nth) Glen Alvie v Kilcunda-Bass (Dalys) Inverloch v Won Workmens (Inv) Phillip Island v Poowong-Loch (Rhyll) Round 12 - Jan 31 & Feb 7 Won Workmens v Glen Alvie (GA) Phillip Island v Won Miners (Rhyll) Inverloch v OMK (Won Nth) Korumburra v Kilcunda-Bass (KSC) Poowong-Loch v Koonwarra-L/RSL (Poow) Round 13 - Feb 14 & 21 Phillip Island v Won Workmens (Rhyll) Inverloch v Glen Alvie (Inv) Kilcunda-Bass v Won Miners (Bass) Koonwarra-L/RSL v OMK (M McK) Poowong-Loch v Korumburra (Poow) Round 14 - Feb 28 & Mar 7 OMK v Kilcunda-Bass (KSC) Won Miners v Inverloch (Won Nth) Glen Alvie v Phillip Island (GA) Koonwarra-L/RSL v Korumburra (Koon) Won Workmens v Poowong-Loch (WSC)

GRAND FINAL March 21 & 22 (1pm)

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Having finished seventh in 2013/14 the club is hopeful that it can bolster its batting stocks and rely on a strong top order to advance further in 2014/15. Committee man Liam Keating said, “We have retained almost everyone from last year with the exception of Simon Curtain although his departure for Prahran is balanced by the return of Eli Richards which is really exciting. “Having him back is almost like having a new

recruit and we are hopeful of a couple of other recruits as well. “All in all we are looking pretty good. “We are fielding a C2 side again this year and it will be making use of our Rhyll ground so it is good to see one of our old homes being utilised again.” Scott Boyack is captain again and the executive is unchanged. The club is in good spirits and confident that it can be even more competitive than it was last year, get a few more games over the line and finish higher up the table.

Foster brings up talent FOSTER Cricket Club will have some strong young players this season, club president Greg Collis said. “You’ve got young Tyler Smith, Jake Pilkington, Jai Prain, Fraser and Harvey Griggs and Dylan La Casa,” he said. “They’re all talented.” In 2014/15, Foster Cricket Club will be fielding a seniors side and an U14s side. The younger side will feature a few female players in with the boys. Andrew Starrett will be coaching the seniors and the juniors.

Greg Collis is the president while Ros Griggs fills the roles of secretary and treasurer. The vice president is Geoff Tanner and Tony Vanin is the grounds officer. Two young players from last season have left for Toora and another has finished up at Foster. The club is busy putting up sight screens at their home ground. Drainage works are also under way in the car parking area, making it functional no matter what the weather. Plans to put more drainage around the ground are also in the pipeline, and the club is also building a shed to house their mower.

THE overriding message from the Imperials president, Geoff Forrester is the desire for the club to be a great place to play cricket.

And this is a club with ambitions. It is a predominantly young squad with a growing reputation as one which holds great promise and you can feel it in the focussed approach of the players at training. Expectations are high for the year and this is not a club resting on complacent laurels but giving new things ago. Coach, Brendan O’Loughlin said, “We have a joint captaincy approach this year: Luke Rogers and Troy Williams. “Given the squad is young we see the role as much about teaching as about traditional captaincy. “It should work well.” One of the players to watch is Chris Silkstone. Silkstone has joined that international trail that cricket is so well known and famed for and has left his girlfriend behind in England, keen to experience cricket in Australia. He arrived on Monday. Silkstone made a lot of runs for his club in Yorkshire last season. The two Englishmen at the Imperials last year now have full time jobs keeping them home. In absentia they have still proven useful to the club and after some research have given Silkstone a big tick. “He is a top order bat,” said O’Loughlin. That should strike fear into the heart of the opposition. It is of course the local lads who are the heart of the team and the likes of Lachie Wright,

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Brock Davidson, Tim Savvarin, Zac Price and Kevin McGavin, Jack Ginnane are young guys with great expectations. They have one or two years experience and were B Grade premiers last year. The club is now looking for them to further their development and become regular A Grade players. The club has laid down a new pitch which will be ready for the opening round and will compliment what is regarded as one of the best outfields in the competition. Mark Lafferty, as the main person looking after ground maintenance, is a man of many talents. He has experience as a golf course curator and always makes sure the oval looks its best. The oval is a credit to him and the club is hopeful to see him in a playing capacity this

year as well. The club plans to keep everyone involved by having one social event, such as the popular bocce day, per month. “We have a good vibe around the club so we are hoping to do well,” summed up coach, Brendan O’Loughlin. The club is fielding an U16 side this year but as yet only has half numbers for U14 and U12 sides so is keen to hear from any youngsters wanting to play cricket for a team which is destined for success. “We have some really good base talent,” said president, Geoff Forrester. Club secretary and treasurer Gary Sauvarin believes the Imperials will be competitive in A Grade this season and said, “The finals are a distinct possibility but it will depend on the development of the younger players.” Sauvarin mentioned Troy

Hunting success KORUMBURRA is taking the 2014/15 cricket season seriously. After a disappointing season last year that saw A Grade relegated to Division 2 and B Grade making the finals but losing in the semi-final, the club has recruited the players it needs to combine with the many talented younger players we have to hopefully have the ultimate success through all grades. Club secretary Allan Summerfield says, “We expect all players to give their best individually and as a group at all levels.” This is a team with its sights set on the future and nowhere is that more obvious than in the vision shown and expenditure on the turf wicket project. The new wicket should be ready to play on by midNovember giving all players at the club, juniors included, the experience of playing on turf which will be a great asset in years to come. The club is waiting on a grant to purchase a roller; that is currently in the process. To further prepare itself the club held a pre-season practice match on turf in Shepparton the weekend before last. Nineteen players ventured up, enough for two games and the visitors won both. Secretary, Allan Summerfield said, “We had a

good win.” As always from one year to the next, players have come and players have gone. Gone are Keanu Miller, Trevor Allen, Liam Miller and arrivals to replace them are Shane Dole and Adam Tagliaferro. Shane Dole, a top order bat, is returning after six years at Koo Wee Rup and he will bring great experience and leadership to the club. Of special importance, he has a lot of finals experience having been involved in three premierships at Koo Wee Rup. Tagliaferro comes to Korumburra from Nyora and is a middle order batsman and spin bowler. The social calendar at the club is looking good and includes a poker tournament night on the October 25, Golf Day on the November 23, a Christmas BBQ and helicopter lotto on December 20. Pink Stumps Day and Dinner to raise money for the McGrath Foundation will take place again this year on a date to be announced in early February. Last year the club raised over $6000. The club currently has enough youngsters to field U16 and U12 teams and is also hopeful of building the numbers to field an U14 side as well. The A Grade captain is Shane Dole who will also assist the senior coach, Daniel Salmon.

Miners take on A1 WONTHAGGI Miners is stepping up after taking the title of A2 premiers last season.

They will now have A1, B2 and C2 sides to contend with, along with their U/16s side. “After winning the A2 competition, we’ve gone up,” Wonthaggi Miners president Daniel Loos said. “We should go alright; hopefully we won’t end up on the bottom.” The numbers have gone up this season after last season’s increase. More players have been recruiting friends from other clubs and towns. The boys have been training hard for the past six weeks and are gearing up for the new

season ahead. “We had our first outdoor session recently,” Loos said. “We had enough players there to fill three sides.” Bowler Ben Foon is looking to be the stand out on the field this season. The 19 year old is renowned for his great pace and ability to control the ball. “He has good composure too,” Loos said. “He keeps a level head, which is good for a fast bowler.” Foon has won the Peter Loos Club Championship award two seasons running. The club coach and captain will be Gerard Kent. All other captains are yet to be decided. The ground is started to look better following the recent end of the football season.

Williams and Luke Rogers as two ‘dangerous batsman’ and is as hopeful as everyone else at the club that the English recruit too can pile on the runs.

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Cougars pushing for promotion Winning from the outset A club does not finish runner-up in two divisions and not aim to go one better in the following season. Captain/Coach Jack Hughes confirms that when he says, “We’re hoping to go one better and play consistent cricket and improve across the board, in all divisions.” The club is still talking to several possible recruits but Brett Pedlow, 33 years old, a former captain/coach at both the Imperials and Mirboo North, is on board. Along with his depth of experience Pedlow is a quality bat. He is joined by Joe Nichols who has come across from Brighton and Hove in England to try his

hand out in the heat of an Aussie summer. In his mid 20s, Nichols comes with the reputation of being a hard-hitting batting all-rounder, and aggressive. In the main the club has retained its seniors’ list and is looking to nurture a few up and coming youngsters who are showing promise. Ben Perry, a batting all-rounder, at 14 is also a member of both the Gippsland and Victorian Under 16 squads. Sam Wentworth, 16 years old is also a batting all-rounder, and 14 year old Dylan Clark has been showing great signs of improvement and promise as a leg spin bowler. The club is looking to see these youngsters realise their promise and push up into the seniors.

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OMK looking tough OUTTRIM Moyarra Kongwak Cricket Club (OMK) are celebrating the return of the season with two returned players.

David and Noel Creed left the club for a year and are back to rejoin the A and B Grade sides. Both will be highly visible for their strong batting skills. All OMK players from last year have returned for another round and are heading into their seventh week. OMK will fill A Grade, B Grade, C1 and C2 teams and are looking strong. The player to look out for on the OMK field is young batsman Thomas Wyatt. Wyatt has been in the club since juniors and is stepping up this season. Adam Busana is also a young player to keep an eye on. He is moving to OMK from the Wonthaggi Workmen’s and is a top age U/16 player who will be playing for a senior side. He’s an all rounder and will stand out in either B Grade or in the C division. OMK have filled two junior sides – U/12s and U/16s – that are looking good already. The club proudly supported all four sides in the premierships last year and celebrated as both C1 and C2 were crowned premiers. OMK president Russ White said they are hoping to do one better this year and be top in A and B Grade as well. Coaches and captains will remain the same this season. After 20 years in the job, Gary Adams is stepping down from his position as club secretary. Justin Greenwood recently took over the title. The ground is looking good and the teams are ready to play. OMK Cricket Club has also had a makeover since last season and players and supporters can expect better change rooms and toilet facilities once the finishing touches are completed. Off the ground, OMK have a few special events coming up in 2015 including a seafood day in February and a goods and services auction in April.

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top condition for the season opener. In his fourth season as the senior captain/coach, 30 year old Jack Hughes says it is not just about wins and losses. “It’s the way we go about our business. “It is continuing to develop and it’s especially about encouraging our younger players coming through. I want to see our club prosper, develop and improve.”

CONSISTENT success early in the season will help drive Inverloch Cricket Club to finals.

That is the view of club president Bill Aikins. “We have just got to get in there and win all the games. If we can have A Grade up and winning at the start of the season, that will be an added bonus,” he said. Last season, Inverloch’s A Grade team was knocked out in the semi-finals, the B Grade boys just missed on finals contention and C1 was runner-up to OMK in the grand final. Inverloch will field sides in A1, B1, C1, C2, Under 14s and Under 12s, and may form an Under 16 team in conjunction with another club, depending on numbers. “Some senior guys have left but we have picked up a few as well,” Aikins said. Kit Rotthier – a regular at the club for the last few years – has been taken on the role of club coach, and as an A Grade batsman, will be fit for the role. Ben Thomas will captain B1, while captains for the C Grade teams are yet to be appointed. Aaron Brayley, Shaun Hayes and Hannah Kiely will share junior coaching responsibilities. Inverloch cricketers have been training for several weeks, heading to an indoor cricket centre at Cranbourne to hone their skills. The turf wicket at Thompson Reserve is still too wet to play on and the Inverloch Recreation Reserve surface will undergo repairs to repair a rough surface resulting from the football season. Aikins will be joined on the executive by secretary Jim Dalmau and treasurer David Taylor.

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The club is not only fielding Under 12 and Under 14 sides but is excited for the first time in five years to have put together an Under 16 side. Off the field the club is writing a strategic plan for improvements to infrastructure which might include works to upgrade drainage at Koonwarra. The ground, while still wet for this time of the year is in the best condition it has been in for a few seasons. More sunshine and warmth and it will be in tip-

“The grant will help to finance part of the new fence we are putting up around the ground,” club secretary Jay Tiziani said. “The rooms have been repainted to brighten them up a little. The club has also added seats and redone the shower areas in order to create a change room for players to use before and after games.” The new fence will replace the existing boundary and will look like a picket fence. This is set to be built in October. This season, Daniel Hales will continue his role as captain and coach for A Grade. The 25 year old has been with the club since juniors. All other captains are yet to be appointed. Glen Alvie is looking to recruit new players but none have been confirmed

yet. The player to watch this season is young off spinner Dean Williams. The 18 year old has played right through from juniors and will be continuing his run in A Grade this season. The club will be filling A2, B2 and C2 teams as well as U/14s and U/12s in the juniors. Club president Peter Roberts said although the juniors haven’t trained yet, they are expecting a good turnout. Tiziani said on the field the club is looking to the younger players to push for spots in A Grade. Last season, Glen Alvie had a strong start but began to struggle on the field. “We are hoping the young players can step it up this season,” Roberts said. “Some of them have been playing in C Grade and we’d like to see more gain that sort of experience. We have some good kids with lots of talent.” Upcoming on Glen Alvie’s social calendar is the trivia night in November.

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“We have recruited better than ever before in the history of our club and when you combine this with our great crop of young kids, it is exciting times ahead,” Mr Hoober said. New players at the club include Nick and Adam Eddy from the Imperials and Jake Burge and Paul Vine from Leongatha Town. Cam Lepage has left to play with Mirboo North. Mr Hoober said he has great expectations of the club’s new players and young talents. “The four arrivals will add much needed depth and leadership to our club with all of them expected to play A Grade,” he said. “Nick is a very good all rounder, Adam is a left arm quick opening bowler, Jake is a top order bat and quick bowler who can also bowl leg spin, and Paul is a quick bowler. “On top of this, we have a great group of youngsters, with half a dozen of them already having had a taste of A Grade cricket. “The likes of Tim Harris, Matt Olden and Mikey Olden have all cemented their spots in A Grade and it is hoped that a few others will do so this year.

“The other youngsters in line for A Grade selection this year are Ryan Olden, Joel Sinclair, Cam Harris, Troy Sinclair and Jason Riley.” Nick Eddy will captain the A2 side, while Tyrone Zukovskis will captain B1 and Paul Robinson C1. Nick Eddy and Michael Patching are co-coaches at MDU this year. It is Mr Eddy’s first year at MDU and Mr Patching’s fourth year at the club after coming across from Korumburra. “Nick brings a wealth of experience with him, having previously coached and captained A Grade at Imperials, where he has played for many years,” Mr Hoober said. “Michael also has years of cricket experience under

his belt. “Between them they will have plenty of new ideas to introduce for training with a real emphasis on playing as you train.” Youngsters Jake Burge and Jason Riley are coaching the U16s and Craig Hoober and Mark Cantwell are coaching the U14s again. The club got new rooms last season and is in the midst of improving their net facilities. Mr Hoober said the Meeniyan ground is currently in magnificent condition after hosting the Alberton Football Netball League grand final. He said the Dumbalk ground is in the best condition it has been at this time of the year for many years so it should be right to go

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The turf wicket is shaping up well and if the weather gods play their part the square should be ready for the opening round. After some heavy rain late in the week just passed the oval was squelching under foot but the sun is shining more and together with the new drainage systems in place, as well as the gang mower, the oval will be in excellent shape. Club official John Schelling said, “The ground is looking a picture and is a great place to enjoy a day watching a game of cricket.” The club would like to encourage social membership and reminds its followers that meals are provided after training on Thursday nights. The clubhouse deck gives a grandstand view of play.

Amila Ratanayke returns to the club from Sri Lanka for his third season coaching Town and Zac Trease is a notable recruit coming across from Nerrena. Trease has taken charge of pre-season training and is already proving himself a good club person as Jareth Hume described him. There are other players to watch such as Matt Borschman, Sam Clark and young 16 year old Branson Armato, like Trease also from Nerrena, playing for C1. Matt Smith, will captain the A1 side, Jareth Hume, president of the club B1 and Greg Goss C1. Of special interest the club is fielding two junior teams – U12 and U14 – this year; a healthy sign for junior cricket. Spirits are high at the club which is hoping to improve on its fifth place last year. “It’s looking good,” said Jareth Hume.

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Nerrena training well The club has some exciting new players coming on board this season. Charl Viljoen has come across from Phillip Island, while Gerhard Labuschagne has recently arrived from China and Renish Joy has come to Nerrena from India. Matt Bowler is also returning to cricket after a long spell and Chris Marinou has joined the team. Coach Mr Wightman said a lot of players from last year’s U16s side, such as Jarrod Hoy, will also be playing

senior cricket. “I hope to develop them into senior cricketers,” coach Murray Wightman said. Barry Standfield has left the side to live in Queensland, while long serving player Kev Clark has retired. Murray Wightman is coaching. Terry Clark is president, while Graham Wightman is secretary and Andrea Funnell has come on board as treasurer. Josh Trease will coach the U16s side and Damien Symmons the U14s. Ben Croatto will coach the U12s. Coach Mr Wightman said the playing surface is in excellent condition. “Our ground is the best it’s looked in 20 years.”

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“We have lost a few players from last year after making the semi-final in A Grade. Those players have either retired or moved interstate, so we will see how we go,” he said. “We have some good nice young kids so we will give them a go.” Those rising stars including reliable batsman Jake Buckland, batsman and handy right arm bowler Ryan McGannon, all-rounder Owen Straw, right arm opening bowler

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