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TREE TROUBLE Danger looms across South Gippsland

falling across roads is no coincidence and is only going to get worse. while recent strong winds are a factor TREES falling across roads will cause he And said the maintenance of trees by the South a death sooner or later according to Gippsland Shire along the roadsides is just not Dumbalk North farmer Adrian Harris. keeping up.

Mr Harris said the increased number of trees A recent Tuesday storm on July 17 saw aw 10

By Tony Giles

trees fall over the road in just a 10 km radius around the Milford and Farmers Road areas in Dumbalk North. “During that day five trees alone fell along the Milford Road, some onto the road and some knocking down farmer’s fences,� Mr Harris said. “If “IIf a car had come at the wrong time or stock

had wandered onto the road because a fence had been knocked over then we could have had a major accident. “My best friend and cousin were both killed by trees coming down and I’m very aware of the damage trees can do. dama maage tr Continued on page 3.

Leaping into nto learning ST LAURENCE’S Primary School in Leongatha is in the process of preparing for new beginnings with the school’s new building project.

Provision of education, from kindergarten, to schools and other education providers is all there to read about in The Star’s 11-page Education Choices feature starting on page 21.

Happy students: from left, St Laurence’s Primary School students Isla, Oliver and Christina are looking forward to bounding into the term ahead.

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Danger looms across South Gippsland Continued from page 1.

“In most instances the trees are cleaned up by our good corporate citizens who are the farmers with their tractors and chainsaws. Sometimes it is reported to the shire and they mostly turn out but other times we just tidy up the roadsides ourselves.”

Mr Harris said a big problem in this whole South Gippsland Shire is leaving many dead trees on the roadsides and these pose a threat.

Farmer Harry Goldsmith points to what he describes as an incorrect tree planting by the shire in 1984 along Farmers Road where it planted unsuitable trees like wattles and often under power lines.

“Wattles have a lifespan of only about 30 years and they start to die and drop limbs. Some of the gum trees they planted too are dropping limbs or dying.”

Mr Goldsmith said Farmers Road was in a very good condition and doesn’t want to see the speed limit drop from its current 100km/h.

“The problem isn’t the road condition it is the poor maintenance of the trees.”

The men point to an accident on the Milford and Farmers Road intersection which claimed the life of a motorcyclist 18 months ago where a coroner’s report indicated the trees were a mitigating factor in the accident.

“Those poplars were all removed immediately around that intersection and visibility around there is much improved,” Mr Harris said.

Some progress was made during the last summer when a contractor came and pruned back some of the roadside trees but Mr Harris said they didn’t go far enough.

“I asked the contractor why he wasn’t cutting down the dead trees and he said he wasn’t allowed to touch them and nothing over nine inches in diameter either,” Mr Harris said.

Mr Harris pointed to other problems during a recent

drive with The Star to inspect the area.

One Blackwood tree had split down the middle; one half hanging over a farmer’s fence and being held up by another tree, the other half pointed towards the road.

“I reckon there’s only one way this tree is going to go and it’s onto the road; I’d give it three to six months,” Mr Harris said.

Mr Harris also pointed to some limbs hanging out over the road coming from gum trees.

“Again these limbs are going to drop sooner rather than later,” he said.

Describing himself as an environmentalist who has planted hundreds of trees in gullies around his farm, Mr Harris was not anti-trees but believes there are too many hazardous trees throughout the region.

“We’re pretty frustrated to be honest; we have discussed it with the shire a number of times but the message isn’t getting through.

Shire responds to tree concerns MANAGER operations roads and parks with the South Gippsland Shire Fred Zuidema told The Star during winter the shire ran two full time tree crews (4-5 in each crew) to undertake clean-up operations of dangerous or fallen trees.

Matter of time: farmer Adrian Harris is pictured in front of one of the many sections along Farmers Road Dumbalk with dead trees. “Why aren’t they just removed?” he Danger: this Blackwood tree on Farmers Doing it for themselves: farmers are be- said.

Road has split in half, one has landed in a ing the good corporate citizens and clearing farmer’s paddock, the other half is just “wait- trees off the roads themselves without shire LEONGATHA involvement. This often hides the fact that ing” to topple on the road. there are many more trees falling on roads CHEMIST ON DUTY roadsides. than what may be officially indicating.

“People see the environmental value of trees, how by how much rain had hit an area and whether the soil was damp; wind direction and wind force were also factors.

The shire didn’t have a full time arborist but it did engage one from time to time when necessary.

When the shire thought it necessary to clean up a healthy or dead tree or a row of trees it needed to get clearance through the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP).

Teens back families in need STAFF and students at Korumburra Secondary College had a good reason to not change out of their pyjamas before arriving at school last Thursday.

The school held a fundraiser for State Schools’ Relief and for a gold coin donation, students and staff wore onesies, pyjamas or costumes with a Christmas theme.

The event included a hotdog stall and raised $320.

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would it look if we had all roadsides devoid of all trees,” he said.

Mr Zuidema agreed there were more trees on roadsides than there had been in the past which made the likelihood of trees falling onto the roadside more likely.

“But the vast majority of the trees are healthy and we have regular patrols to ensure we monitor any that are hazardous to the community.”

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“During a storm event we will also employ contractors to assist when we have a lot of trees down and clean-up operations at the one time,” Mr Zuidema said.

“On rural roads we have an inspector who travels the roads looking for any trees which are unstable or branches which are low.

“These inspections also look for site observations of trees near intersections and a vertical clearance. This is usually around five metres above the road but can vary a bit up or down depending on the type of road.”

Mr Zuidema confirmed the shire does not cut down any dead or live trees unless they are deemed dangerous and their likelihood of falling is imminent.

“Contrary to what many think the dead trees are actually more stable than the live trees as in strong winds the foliage on a live tree makes them catch more wind,” he said.

“We are also leaving the dead trees as they harbour habitat in accordance with our roadside plan environment.

“With the live trees we will not cut anything unless it is intruding down onto the road within reach of the five metres.”

Mr Zuidema said people appreciated trees along the

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Exploring the past at Coal Creek MORE than 1400 people from across the region and beyond visited Coal Creek Community Park and Museum for the annual Heritage Craft Day on Sunday.

The beard competition was held for the second year, with more than double the entries.

“It was bigger this year and it’s getting even bigger as we go along,” beard competition founder Luke Ransom said.

Many locals came along to the event as well as people from all over Victoria, including Ballarat, Bendigo, Berwick and Geelong, which is great for the local tourism economy.

Thirty-two people entered the beard competition with six categories to chose from including an ‘anything goes’ category, creative, full beard, partial beard, moustache and an overall category.

Winner of Full Beard, first place: Kees Webster, second place: Tom Brand, third place: Jimmy Munro.

Winner of Partial Beard, first place: Dave White second place: Daryl Rees, third place: Ronier Reed.

Winner of Moustache: first place: Ross West, second place: Alan Curphey, third place: Tommy Sausage sizzle: from left, Burra Car Club members Neil Jackson, Pam Davey, Ernie TarBrown.

Donkey fun: Korumburra’s Isabella Moore rant, Pat Clinton, Neil Alms and Nicole Morris put on a feast for visitors at the Coal Creek Overall winner of the day, Kees Webster; had a wonderful day with donkeys at Coal Heritage Day on Sunday.

Creative, Tommy Brown; Anything Goes, Sean Creek’s Heritage Day on Sunday.

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Korumburra bounds ahead

By Tony Giles THE township of Korumburra is booming on the back of the opening of two new businesses and the imminent opening of a new brewery.

Hundreds of people from throughout Gippsland and Melbourne have poured in for the opening three weekends of new business The Borough which houses Tamsin’s Table Cakeshop and Udder and Hoe cafe and pantry.

In a town where most Sundays are quiet, on this recent Sunday it was hard to secure a car space.

And the opening of a new brewery in the town this Saturday, August 11 will also boost numbers further; fuelling tourism to Korumburra with its Coal Creek attraction set to benefit from the spin-off.

According to The Borough developer and bike shop owner John Kennedy and owners Tamsyn Carvan (Tamsyn’s Table Cakeshop) and Jacob Blackney (Udder and Hoe), the last two weeks of trade have been sensational.

Mr Blackney said the new venture had been very well received.

“We provide a brunch style menu with most produce sourced from

throughout Gippsland if not Victoria,” Mr Blackney said.

There is a section for bulk dry foods including a selection of pastas.

Orange juice is freshly squeezed on the spot.

Tamsin Carvan told The Star the response had been overwhelming with people coming from all over Gippsland and from Melbourne to check out the new store, which originally was the Coles Variety Store for many years.

“We’ve always wanted to do this first and foremost for the locals, but have been honoured by the support we’ve had from further afield,” Mrs Carvan said.

“This business has formed out of a collaboration between like minded, passionate people.”

She said the whole store is single use plastic free with no takeaway plastic cups. All milk is purchased in 15 litre stainless steel containers and decantered into glass bottles. This removes any need for disposable plastic bottles.

“The amount of plastic in our society is a huge international problem and we had to take a stand. We have been overwhelmed with support,” Mrs Carvan said.

A cosy wood heater in the middle of the store

amply warms the building, with plenty of natural light coming in.

Future plans include obtaining a liquor licence so people can sip on a wine if they wish or purchase a bottle to take home.

Brewery to open The Burra Brewing Co will officially open its doors this Saturday, August 11 from 11am, trading all day.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien will perform the official opening at noon.

Part-owner and head brewer Phill Dempster, part-owner Narelle Jones, builders, contractors and staff have been working hard over the past few months ensuring everything is ready for the big day.

A wood fired pizza oven has been installed and pizzas will be churned out all day.

The Rotary Club of Korumburra will be in on the day and serving delicious arancini balls.

The brewery can house up to 150 people all up inside or out; catering for all seasons.

Dark, pale and golden ales are expected to be part of the selection of craft beers on offer.

Fine dining: serving up tasty cakes and slices along with coffee made from New Guinea coffee beans are, from left, Tom Banders, Tamsin Carvan, and Sarah Negri of Tamsin’s Table Cakeshop.

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Chairo celebrate 40 years on LEONGATHA’S Chairo Christian School celebrated 40 years on Saturday.

The school hall was transformed into a historical display full of class photos, yearbooks, old readers, student work, memorabilia and decorations.

“It was an awesome day,” principal Anthony Collier said.

“We had heaps of past students come as well as some of the original founding parents of the school and board members.

“Everyone who came had the opportunity to see inside the classrooms and the historic hall display.”

The day was celebrated with a giant cake for all to share.

Current students: from left, students Krysten Chalmers and Sahra Short with Paul Chalmers at the Chairo Christian School 40 year celebration on Saturday.

Big celebration: from left, students Lachlan Ellen, Charlie Collier, principal Anthony Collier, Johanna Haasjes, student Meg Davis, deputy principal Christine Hibma and student Chloe Gilliam cut the Chairo Christian School 40 year celebration cake on Saturday.

Fun time: Chairo Christian School students Peggy-Jane Ball and Hannah Watson got into some face painting fun at the 40 year celebration on Saturday.`

Science time: student Alex Brown and principal Anthony Collier at the Chairo Christian School 40 year celebration in Leongatha.

Reminiscing: from left, Isla, Levi and past stuGreat day: from left, Tristan, past student Jacqui, Michael dent Rebecca Boidonaro from Leongatha at the Catch up: from left, Zhixia McNeil, Poppy Noble, Shoshanah Bishop and Imogen Bickell from Leongatha enjoyed the Chairo Chairo Christian School’s 40 year celebration in and Elsie Steenholdt had great fun visiting their old school during the 40 year celebration on Saturday in Leongatha.

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Christian School 40 year celebration on Saturday.

VicRoads’ role under the spotlight

By Sarah Vella SEVEN submissions from within the South Gippsland Shire Council helped to inform the inquiry into VicRoads’ management of country roads interim report, released recently.

Victoria’s roads and roadsides. Of those 25,000 kilometres, 19,000 kilometres are rural and regionally based roads.

The inquiry received a total of 335 submissions.

The report determined various concerns relating to the role of VicRoads in managing country roads.

The report said many submissions commented on the poor quality of maintenance work and the competency of contractors hired by VicRoads to carry out such works, including one from South Gippsland Shire Council.

In its submission, council said VicRoads was “a poorly informed purchaser having works delivered

Completed by the Victorian Law Reform, Road and Community Safety Committee, the inquiry examined the effectiveness of VicRoads in managing country roads, the existing funding model, the lack of consultation with regional communities, and the by inexperienced contractors and the result is gradoption of dismantling VicRoads and creating two ually declining quality in the work delivered”. specific bodies for country roads and metropolitan Council’s submission also suggested issues roads. with routine maintenance work.

“The poor contract model historically used for VicRoads is responsible for 25,000 kilometres of

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VicRoads maintenance, where it was more financially rewarding for contractors to keep repairing potholes, has also been a contributing factor,” its submission said.

“There does not appear to be a sound pavement renewal program where larger pavement areas are reconstructed rather than basic pothole repairs being undertaken.”

The report said South Gippsland council (and other councils) indicated it often dealt with complaints relating to state managed roads due to limited community understanding.

“Rural councils such as South Gippsland experience fallout from complaints about the condition of the arterial road network,” the council’s submission said.

“Road users and ratepayers typically do not distinguish between local roads managed by council

and arterial roads managed by VicRoads.”

Forty two individual submitters were in favour of a specific country roads body separate to a metropolitan roads body and 11 were opposed.

Mark Petersen of Leongatha North noted his recollection of the operation of the Victorian Country Roads Board.

“I am old enough to remember the Victoria Country Roads Board. Under this organisation our roads were maintained to a high standard, surfaces were regularly re-sealed, there were crews that patrolled our highways daily repairing holes in the surfaces until a proper repair could be effected. This is what we need now,” Mr Petersen’s submission said.

The report’s only recommendation was for the inquiry to be referred to the appropriate committee in the next Parliament of Victoria for consideration and report.

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Owner Kathleen Murray of Kitty's Shop said she sells “anything but the kitchen sink” at very reasonable prices; but she does have a whole kitchen to sell if you're interested!

What she does sell though is a range of kitchenware, party ware, items for hen's and wedding parties, gift cards, men's work wear, gifts, blinds and curtains as well as a kid's corner.

“I really love dealing and trading and sourced things at the right price as I really like giving people a bargain,” she said.

“Most items represent savings of up to 50

percent off so it's worth coming out for a look.”

Whilst there's still more to do and stock is being added all the time, it's still worth making the drive.

As well as selling goods for a living Mrs Murray also helps charity fundraisers; she recently organised a market day fundraiser in her backyard (last December) for the Mirboo North CFA. She also has a deal; if customers spend $100 or more in her shop, she will give you 10 percent off the purchase, so you can give the money to any charity of your choosing.

The shop is open Sundays through to Thursday and closed on Fridays and Saturdays.

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Demand for local bus boost

By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

REGULAR bus services and improved links between local towns are on South Gippslanders’ wish list for travel improvements.

More services: Leongatha’s Drew Arnup and Rebecca Arnason, Dumbalk’s Stephen Suckling, and Leongatha’s Simon Mayo discussed improvements for public transport with South Gippsland Shire Council community strengthening coordinator Ned Dennis, second left, in Leongatha on Tuesday, July 31.

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Dry conditions cause fire

SERIOUS threats to a Bass Coast Shire Council officer landed an offender in the RUBY and Leongatha Fire Brigades Wonthaggi Magistrates Court on mul- attended an escaped burn off that was tiple charges. spreading into trees early on Monday The offender failed to appear in court and was morning, August 6, at 12.25am. convicted and fined $1200.

“We have a responsibility to our staff and the community to ensure their safety,” a council spokesperson said.

“In this case, the offender was taken to court where the magistrate found the dog owner guilty of having an unregistered dog, having a dog off leash in a public place, not providing their name on request, and threatening an authorised officer of council.”

It was made clear by the magistrate that threatening a council officer was not acceptable.

The spokesperson said council was pleased with the outcomes of the case and the magistrate recognised the seriousness of the threats made toward council officers.

The fire in Hughes Street, Leongatha, fanned by a strong breeze, burnt through dry grasses and spread to some established gum trees.

Whilst this fire didn’t pose any risk to life or property, it does show how dry our environment is.

Darren Hardacre from the Ruby brigade noted you would normally not expect a fire to spread this much and to catch trees alight during the winter months.

“This is a good reminder to all members of our community not to burn off if windy conditions are forecast and that you should be vigilant with all your Timely warning: conditions are dry and fires at any time of the year,” Mr Hardacre said. with combining strong winds, fires can still “Let’s hope this is not a sign of the times to come.” start in winter.

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South Gippsland Shire Council hosted six drop in sessions across the shire last week, discovering how public transport could be improved.

These forums were a result of council resolution in March to document community feedback and advocate for change to public transport authorities.

Council’s community strengthening coordinator Ned Dennis said the drop in forums – held in Nyora, Tarwin Lower, Leongatha, Foster, Mirboo North and Korumburra – revealed a range of public transport needs.

“We heard that it’s difficult for those travelling on the South Gippsland line to link to Cranbourne.

It’s not just about linking our public transport directly to Melbourne; we need other reliable links,” he said.

“We also heard there needs to be much better linkage in the Leongatha, Korumburra, Wonthaggi and Inverloch loop. This is for two reasons. The first is the Wonthaggi hospital is being developed into a subregional hospital and it is important people have the means to get there, or they will continue going to Monash or Latrobe Valley.

“The second is young people work in these towns and can’t always get to their places of work.”

Mr Dennis said there had been some feedback about the train service. Whilst people said it would be nice to have, many people just wanted more services to be made available.

“The biggest thing overall is that people want a regular bus service in their towns,” Mr Dennis said.

For example, Poowong has one bus service running once a week on a Thursday to Warragul and Drouin.

This service came from a council program several years ago, but Poowong’s population is now pushing 800.

A bus stopping in Loch, Nyora and Poowong would give more people access to the Melbourne line, and including Poowong would only add 10 minutes to the journey.

In Tarwin Lower, the priority was to have a reliable service linking it and Venus Bay with Leongatha and Wonthaggi.

“They want to be able to get to the shops, or the doctors, or the movies. If there was a regular link to Leongatha a couple of times a week, people could commute,” Mr Dennis said.

An online discussion kicked off a week before the drop in sessions and feedback is still being collected.

By mid August, council will collate the information to provide a report to council in late August.

Following this, council will advocate its position to Public Transport Victoria.

“We want to see more access to services because it will give people greater capacity to stay local,” Mr Dennis said.

“It is certainly a factor for young families when they are choosing where to live. Older people also find it difficult to move to South Gippsland because they can access public transport and other facilities easier towards the city.

“We have received valuable advice from the community and will continue to advocate to (Public Transport Victoria).”

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CWA exhibition a stunning success THE Country Women’s Association of Victoria’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition was proudly held in Leongatha last week.

MLA Mr Danny O’Brien; McMillan MP Mr Russell Broadbent; Mrs Noela MacLeod AO; Mrs Margaret Hyde; and Mr Edward Troutbeck.

Mrs MacLeod, Mrs Hyde and Mr Troutbeck have trophies named in their honour, which they presented The event was held over Friday and Saturday. to the winners.

There were 1810 entries in the exhibition from The Country Women’s Association of Victoria right across Victoria; a record number for recent years, Inc. would like to thank the South Gippsland Shire with about one-third coming from the local area.

Council for the grant which enabled it to bring the Attendance was very pleasing, and it was report- exhibition to Leongatha, and all the local businesses ed that all the local cafÊs were full at lunchtime. that were so generous with raffle prizes, displaying The official opening was attended by the state posters, and some even opening extra hours to acpresident of the Country Women’s Association of commodate the visitors.

Victoria Inc. Mrs Lynette Harris OAM; creative “We are very grateful to the council and the arts chairman Mrs Anne Du VĂŠ; Gippsland South community that has shown us terrific local support. I would also like to thank the volunteers who worked long hours to bring the exhibition together,â€? CWA state vice president Heather Scott said.

The range throughout the exhibition included toys, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, painting, cookery and floral art.

Ms Scott said she was thrilled with the turnout and proud of what the town presented.

The results are as follows: Branch Aggregate Cup (over 30 members): Bundalaguah Branch, North Gippsland Group.

Branch Aggregate Cup (17-30 members): Meeniyan Branch, Gippsland Hills Group; second Woorayl Branch (Gippsland Hills) and third Woodleigh Vale Branch (Bass Group).

Branch Aggregate Cup (less than 17 members): CWA Potters Branch, Goulburn Valley West Group; second Bena Branch (Gippsland Hills) and third Inverloch Branch (Gippsland Hills).

Syme Cup for Group Handcraft Entry: first – Congratulations: CWA state vice president Gippsland Hills Group.

Heather Scott was pictured with her branch’s H and HI Cup for Group Home Industries Entry: – Meeniyan – trophy at the Country Wom- first – South Western Group.

Penny Wolswinkel of Kardella Branch won the en’s Association of Victoria’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition. The trophy was for Eliason Trophy for Embroidery, the Peck Trophy for Canvas Work, the McDonald Cup for the best Handthe Branch Aggregate Cup. crafts Exhibit in the Exhibition, and Green Stars for

Creative colours: from left, Maryke Dann from Bena won first prize in the patchwork machine sewn medium category at the Country Women’s Association of Victoria’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition. She is pictured with CWA state vice president Heather Scott. her Canvas work, Japanese embroidery and cross stitch.

Green Stars are given for the most exceptional work of the highest standard; only seven were awarded at this year’s exhibition.

Marilyn Mackie of Meeniyan Branch won the Home Industries equivalent of a Green Star, one of only three awarded this year, for her plain sponge.

Marilyn also won the Individual Aggregate for her cooking and preserves, and the MacLeod Trophy for the best exhibit in Home Industries.

Her granddaughters Jasmin Mackie (secondary) and Ruby Mackie (primary) won the Home Industries Aggregate Certificates for their respective levels.

Ruby, aged 10, also won two prizes in the adult sections, second for her scones and third for any other cookery.

The Margaret Hyde Trophy for the best exhibit in Patchwork, AppliquĂŠ and Quilting, named in honour of Mrs Margaret Hyde of Woorayl Branch, was won by Anne Powell of Webbcona Branch in Ballarat Group.

Impressive: Meeniyan branch’s Evelyn Pattison was proud of the achievements of the Gippsland Hills Group in the Country Women’s Association of Victoria’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition.

Outstanding: Meeniyan’s Marilyn Mackie won the home industries equivalent of a Green Star and individual aggregate at the Country Women’s Association of Victoria’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition.

Beautiful work: from left, Gippsland Hills Group president Jillian Matthies admired the floral art of Woorayl branch member Mavis Wightman at the Country Women’s Association of Victoria’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition. This exhibit won first place in the foliage category.

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Train comeback derailed

By Leticia Laing

president Noelene Cossan.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien, said at the meeting he expressed some frustration as a State DESPITE lobbies for the return of a member at the mixed messages coming from the public train to Leongatha and a heritage community. tourist train to Korumburra, a discussion “What I got out of the meeting was a clear meslast Tuesday confirmed the immediate sage from the Shire councillors who were present priority is securing a rail trail between and the association was that the rail trail is the priority,” he said. both towns.

“The train may be a viable option in the future An outcome from the latest meeting of the Korumburra Business Association found it was unlikely a given the growth in the area but we should be focustourist railway would be returning any time soon and ing on the rail trail. was not a priority for the group, according to KBA “I have a fair bit of scepticism about the South-

ern Rail Preservation Group’s proposal for a tourist railway. I have not seen a business case and as much as it would be nice, I see the association as very keen on getting the rail trail and the community hub up and running.”

Ms Cossan said the rail trail was a widely supported goal and a lot of work had been undertaken by the The Station@Korumburra Working Group to secure funding for a community hub at Korumburra Station.

“We felt the proposal by the Preservation Group was a bit Pie In The Sky and there was not a lot of consultation with the local community,” she said.

Trawler rescued Council to seek more volunteers A FISHING trawler was recovered from

“Even if the rail trail is established, we will still keep the corridor open for the possibility of the train returning.”

A public forum and survey by the South Gippsland Shire Council is currently underway to investigate public transport options in South Gippsland.

The feedback survey is in partnership with the South and West Gippsland Transport Group headed

by Councillor Andrew McKewen.

The group has until recently advocated strongly for the return of a train to Leongatha rather than a rail trail, but last Tuesday’s meeting indicated the group is shifting focus.

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SOUTH Gippsland Shire residents are saying council would be working in partner- being urged to get involved in this year’s By Brad Lester the entrance to Corner Inlet last Thursship with communities rather than over working Daffodil Day on Friday, August 24 to day, after running aground on Sunday, MORE community groups could be es- them. help fund vital cancer research.

July 30.

He said members of Generation Y were now An extremely generous group of 1700 volunteers tablished across South Gippsland.

The vessel, Daryl R, was towed to Port WelshSouth Gippsland Shire Council recently voted to note a report to potentially establish “district coordinating bodies” across the shire “to strengthen community engagement and partnerships and work collaboratively with communities”.

Council also voted to commit $15,000 from its community grants budget to gauge how much community interest there is in creating district networks, including proposed district boundaries.

Council will receive a report in December 2018 about the level of interest in establishing such groups.

Council is now working with the Leongatha community on the prospect of creating such a group in town, similar to the successful Korumburra Round Table, although the idea has met with some resistance from the Leongatha community.

Cr Maxine Kiel was against the idea of “district coordinating bodies”.

“I believe our volunteers are very close currently to burn out so to impose added work and responsibility on them, I feel is outrageous,” she said.

Stuck firm: the trawler, Daryl R, was “Why are we not utilising our current groups grounded at the entrance to Corner Inlet and and bodies? Why did we need yet another one?”

Cr Andrew McEwen supported the initiative, recovered on Thursday.

pool at the request of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

No pollution or injuries to personnel were caused, and no debris was reported on nearby beaches.

The Daryl R sustained minimal damage.

The salvage effort by Gippsland Ports involved a tug from Lakes Entrance and a support vessel.

The cause of the grounding will be investigated by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

The vessel operates from Port Welshpool.

volunteering at high levels not seen since the Baby Boomers.

“It’s about talking to the community about whether this has any merit or not,” he said.

Cr Alyson Skinner was also concerned about volunteers being overworked and suggested further consultation with the community be built into council’s Community Strengthening Strategy instead, or council consider creating advisory committees that are issue based.

Mayor Cr Lorraine Brunt was not enthusiastic about committing $15,000 of ratepayers’ money to testing the community’s appetite.

Cr Don Hill said there was a need for such groups within areas of the shire that were now unrepresented, such as rural areas and small towns.

“At the moment the shire is making all the decisions,” he said.

“This is part of the model, to allow local area people to make decisions about the level of services in their communities.”

The report was carried with the support of councillors Ray Argento, McEwen, Jeremy Rich, Aaron Brown and Hill, with councillors Kiel, Meg Edwards, Skinner and Brunt against.

have signed up to help Cancer Council Victoria sell bunches of daffodils and pins at 250 street stalls across Victoria.

Cancer Council hopes to raise $4 million nationally for cancer research and local involvement will be vital in reaching the target.

With 197 South Gippsland Shire residents diagnosed with cancer each year, having a loved-one affected by cancer is a familiar experience for many families in the community.

Head of fundraising at Cancer Council Victoria, Andrew Buchanan, said, “Thanks to events like Daffodil Day we have been able to invest in the best cancer research, helping to increase five year cancer survival by 20 percent since 1985. Research is the key to improving survival rates and bringing hope to patients and their loved ones.

“We still don’t know why some types of cancer develop and significant improvements need to be made in how we detect and treat these cancers. We need to fund the research that will find the answers for the 90 Victorians who are diagnosed with cancer every day.”

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COLUMN 7

FOR those who attended Leongatha Secondary College (LSC) in 1998 for Year 12, this year marks 20 years since graduation.

A reunion is being organised in October. Anyone who attended LSC with the group who started Year 7 in 1993 through to Year 12 in 1998 is welcome to attend.

Please email lscclassof98@gmail.com to come along.

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Signing up for a library membership is also free, and can be done online in just five minutes – meaning you can be watching a new movie in under 10 minutes from now.

West Gippsland Libraries CEO Leanne Williams said Kanopy joined the growing number of digital content services available free to library members and saving families as much as $600 a year, per person.

“We know people would have to pay as much as $50 a month to maintain multiple digital subscripA PARENT information night on cybersafety tions of electronic books, audiobooks, music and will be held on Monday, August 13 at 5.30pm in movies, if they want access to a broad and snackable the Leongatha Secondary College performing range of content,” Ms Williams said. arts centre. The evening is targeted at parents or “By the time you add two, three or even four peomembers of the public interested in how to help ple, the cost becomes unrealistic for many families. protect their children from online safety issues.

These issues are around cyberbullying, screen time, sexting and more. The night will feature a presentation from youth mental health specialists.

It will then have an expert panel to hold a comprehensive Q&A forum for audience members.

We hope this will give parents the opportunity to gain more information and have their questions answered. The evening is open to any parent who would like to attend. The event is free and does not require an RSVP.

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“This is why libraries are so important. A library membership gives you access to tens of thousands of digital books audiobooks, songs and now movies all for free, and all available within minutes online.”

To access Kanopy and other content for free, and to sign up for a library membership, visit www. wgrlc.vic.gov.au CARDIGANS, walking sticks and glasses were popular among the Preps at Mirboo North Primary School on Tuesday, July 31 as they celebrated their 100th day of school.

Children dressed as 100 year olds and took part in a day full of activities based around the number 100.

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The preschool started in the Community Health Centre buildings located in Bolding Place, just off Reilly Street, with 30 children in attendance and a waiting list of around 20 children.

A committee of parents fundraised over a two to three year period catering bake sales and sausages sizzles in the Inverloch streets, and held a ball and dinner dance.

Additional funds were provided by the former Woorayl Shire Council in the form of an interest free, 10 year loan. Total funds raised to complete the project were $22,000.

The buildings were opened on May 20, 1969 by Cr Harold Kinnish presenting the keys to committee president Pat Hewson.

Inverloch Apex Club members completed ground improvements including leveling, concreting and installation of playground equipment.

The first preschool session started in June of that All for children: Inverloch and District Pre- year, with teacher Jean Veal assisted by Mrs Banks.

As the number of children attending expanded school teachers Belinda Elliott (left) and He- over the years so have the buildings, with verandahs lina Morgan with children Reef Metselaar, and storerooms added, plus the addition of a second Archer Morén, Zeke Boyd-Metselaar and kinder room in 2011.

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The very eager Green Team works on a variety of projects to raise environmental awareness for the fellow students, staff and parents of their school community.

The team partnered with Parks Victoria on World Ocean Day to clean the Inverloch foreshore and promote coastal care to their peers.

Green team was recently sent on a waste inquiry in the school grounds and quickly found an area littered with waste.

The team quickly determined a range of reasons and solutions to the waste that had been collected and moved by the recent downpours. Its next project is to partner with the school’s KidsMatter Student Action Team to coordinate a range of activities for the school’s next multi-age day which will have an environmental and sustainability focus.

The school values the role of student voice and agency in the school’s learning and extracurricular activities to build self motivated, engaged and creative students who lead and contribute to the school, the world and the future.

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Beautiful morning: from left, stallholders Lucas and Betsy Evans with customers Sai Jones from Leongatha South and Jill and Fred Allen from Wonthaggi at the Koonwarra Farmers Market on Saturday morning.

With beautiful fresh produce, healthy plants, homemade goods and live music entertainment there was a lot to enjoy.

The Koonwarra market showcases the variety of produce the local community has to offer.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - PAGE 11

Funding to buoy community houses

By Brad Lester

COMMUNITY houses across South Gippsland will share in State GovernORGANISER of the Ladies with Tradies compare two businesses going about things in ment funding for extra coordination event in Leongatha last Tuesday, July two differing ways; one with a planned target and hours, giving the public greater access to 31, Clare Williams, described the night another which drifts and flows depending on the employment, training and volunteering conditions. opportunities. as “amazing”.

More than 35 ladies attended to hear guest speaker Kate Muldoon talk about business planning.

She used the analogy of a boat sailing in the wind and able to go anywhere the wind would take it. This compares to a train fixed to a line and going to its end destination.

She said this is very much how you could

Mrs Williams told The Star many tradespeople worked ridiculous hours, sometimes up to 17 hours a day and it was about reducing this to a sustainable level and having more time for business discussions with your partner.

“Kate said it was about taking time out and planning and the rewards will come,” Mrs Williams said.

Venus Bay Community Centre is the only benefactor in South Gippsland Shire, while in Bass Coast Shire, Inverloch Community House, Bass Valley Community Group and Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre at Mitchell House benefited.

All houses received $14,760 each to now provide 25 coordination hours a week.

The additional coordination hours will help staff and volunteers provide activities and services such as language classes, computer tutoring, health and wellbeing activities, life skills lessons and selfhelp.

Gippsland Regional Neighbourhood Houses Group Inc, which services Bass Coast and South Gippsland shires, will benefit from extra networker hours.

Victoria has more than 400 neighbourhood houses across the state within 16 networks. Neighbourhood house networkers have responsibility for supporting houses to ensure the community is getting the best service possible.

Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said, “Neighbourhood houses are a wonderful part of Victoria, including here in Gippsland.

“From gardening lessons to IT training, there’s always support, advice and a helping hand to be found at neighbourhood houses. It is wonderful to

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Venus Bay Community Centre coordinator Alyson Skinner said the funding increase was the result of a campaign spanning four years.

“We will be able to open another day and put resources into other programs and events as determined by the community,” she said, citing activities for young people and improved transport as possible items.

Leongatha Community House coordinator Eunice Donovan was pleased the community of Venus Bay would receive extra funding.

“How wonderful it is that residents throughout South Gippsland Shire now have more equitable access to support and assistance from their community houses, and I’m delighted the work of the sector is being recognised by government,” she said.

Milpara Community House manager Jenni Keerie said Milpara is already funded for 30 hours per week.

“The benefit for all community/neighbourhood houses will come from additional hours allocated for the networker who supports the Gippsland area,” she said.

“This will mean increased support to each house, as well as increased time for the networker to take our issues to the peak body, Neighbourhood Houses Victoria.

“Neighbourhood houses leverage $5.02 for every $1 in funding. Most organisations are given funding and keep it. Neighbourhood houses are given funding and we share it with others.

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Council will apply for grants from Regional Development Victoria’s (RDV) Stronger Regional Communities Plan for the Baromi Park (Mirboo North) Community Space Development Project and the South Gippsland Community Leaders Program.

Council will seek $50,000 and contribute $190,000 to the Baromi Park project, which will see the development of a performing arts space, a nature based playground and a new public toilet at the eastern end of Baromi Park.

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The program will skill volunteers and emerging leaders to help them initiate and drive community projects.

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OPINIONS

E D I T O R I A L Upgrades to bus services would be a winner FULL credit is due to South Gippsland Shire Council for consulting with the community about the region’s public transport needs during a series of six forums last week.

Council held drop in sessions throughout the shire to ask people for their opinions of the region’s public transport needs, in conjunction with an online discussion.

A report will be collated for this month’s council meeting and the information will be used by council to advocate for public transport improvements to Public Transport Victoria.

Adequate public transport is essential for this community, given the number of older and younger people in the area.

Public Transport Victoria should give serious consideration to bus services in and around Leongatha and Korumburra, as well as between these major towns.

Such a bus service also links Wonthaggi with the outlying communities of Inverloch and Phillip Island, and is well patronised, as people come to the regional centre for shopping, appointments and other services. Numerous bus stops also exist within these townships, at convenient locations.

Korumburra and Leongatha serve as regional hubs to the likes of Mirboo North, Foster, Venus Bay and Poowong, but are without the level of bus service one would expect for the existing – and forecast – population.

Ideally a rail passenger service to South Gippsland would be built but this prospect is some time away.

In the mean time, the far more affordable and pragmatic alternative of better bus services must be implemented.

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Bring your bags

organised. Put your boomer-

creatures in our environment which are suffering deadly consequences from plastic ingestion and strangulation.

An autopsy on a pilot whale in Thailand found 80 plastic bags in its stomach.

Come on everybody, get

I don’t think the latter is taken up by cinema patrons at that time of the morning.

I noticed this happened on three days last week, both on cold wet days as well as on sunny ones.

If you want shoppers in

your town, please don’t be so

ang bags and other reusable WHAT do you call a back- bags where you’ll remember to selfish!

Megan Ware, flip that follows a backflip? take them with you when you Buffalo.

Trying to keep some cus- are shopping. tomers happy maybe, but Aileen Vening, at the same time copping a Cycling lane call Plastic Bag Free Bass storm of protests.

Coast. THE Phillip Island Bicycle Coles’ decision to impleUser Group strongly recParking concerns ommends an upgrade to the ment a ban on single use plastic bags was welcome. Its WOULD someone explain Bunurong Road, between decision to charge for heavier to me why the all day parkInverloch and Cape Paterreusable bags was giving cusing bay available alongside son, in order to make it a tomers an incentive to bring their own bags, and a solution Autobarn in Leongatha safer route for cyclists, mois full at 8.45am, as is the torists and pedestrians. for those who forgot.

Currently, the road is narTo then start giving them four hour parking section row, with virtually no shoulout free is a huge blow for outside the cinema? der, as it winds its way around the coastal clifftops, overlooking Bass Strait.

The vistas this provides makes it a very attractive route for not only our group, but also other local groups and riders from Melbourne and beyond.

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

The narrowness and bends in the road necessitate double white lines which separate east-bound traffic from westbound traffic.

However, this means that when motor vehicle drivers wish to overtake cyclists, they have to either slow to cycling speed and wait for a break in the double lines, or take the risk of driving over the double lines.

Apart from the obvious health, well-being and social benefits of promoting safe cycling, there are economic benefits, as this is a regular tourist route for holiday-makers, day trippers and international tourists, who may be motorists, minibus or coach passengers, cyclists or in some cases pedestrians.

Consequently, the dangers are complicated by the fact

many road users are unfamiliar with the road.

Improvements to this road are consistent with the Bass Coast Shire Council Economic Development Strategy, the Active Bass Coast 2018-28 paper and the Bass Coast Aspirational Pathways Network plan.

We therefore request that VicRoads works with the Bass Coast Shire Council to upgrade this road to include a shoulder on both sides, wide enough to be a designated cycling lane, with the possible inclusion of an off-road shared path for cyclists and pedestrians.

Don Turner, president, Phillip Island Bicycle User Group.

VOXPOP! VOX

At the CWA’s 2018 State Creative Arts Exhibition in Leongatha on Friday, The Star asked, “Why do you think the creative arts are such an important part of the community?”

“It gives people the opportunity to express themselves. It is a very therapeutic thing for the soul to do something creative.”

“So many people have so much talent and it’s nice to share those talents with others.”

Penny Wolswinkel, Kardella.

Margaret Robson, Leongatha.

“It’s interesting and it’s something to do to pass the time. It can inspire others.”

“It’s a challenge. It’s not about winning, it’s about having a go.”

Natalie Opray, Bena.

Beverley Rowe, Korumburra.

Doctor to talk logging impact on forests On a world scale, the significance of Mountain Ash forests is placed on a par with the Amazon and other unique environments of the world.

Australia is lagging in its recognition and widespread appreciation and preservation of the natural wonders that it contained prior to European settlement and still has remnants of, including our local mixed forests and the species and diversity within.

He has been asked to further enlighten the com- Of particular relevance at this event will be VicFormunity on the effects of logging in remaining native ests’ plans to log native forest coupes near Lyrebird forests, including the effect on fire intensity and the Walk at Mirboo North, despite the threatened and inter-relationship between contractual obligations, vulnerable species within these coupes and surand the loss of ecologically stable remnant native rounding forest, including the unique Greater Glider, forests. the largest gliding marsupial in Australia and the Dr Taylor has particular expertise in the world’s second-largest gliding mammal, and despite Mountain Ash forests of the Central Highlands. the widespread resistance of the Mirboo North com-

DOCTOR Chris Taylor, a forest research consultant with the University of Melbourne and a forest certification auditor, has been invited to Mirboo North by the Preserve Our Forests Steering Committee (POFSC).

munity to the logging of their local, much- loved native forests.

These forests also contain the vulnerable Powerful Owl, genetically unique Strzelecki Koala, Lace Monitors, Lyrebirds, Wedgetail Eagle habitat and a large range of other vulnerable fauna and flora.

VicForests is owned by the Victorian Government.

The Department of Environment Land Water and Planning’s commercial timber harvesting ‘Management Standards and Procedures’ direct VicForests’ logging operations and prescribes mandatory conservation/ management action for threatened species.

However these standards for The Gippsland Forest Management Area are lacking, with no conservation/ management prescriptions for our Greater Gliders or critical habitat.

Dr Taylor was a research fellow at the University of Melbourne Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Science and with the Melbourne Sustainable Society Institute.

His current research includes: Forest Management in Australia, Forest Certification and Auditing, Forest Certification Standards, Life Cycle Analysis in Australian Agriculture, Climate Change Adaptation in Australian Agriculture and Spatial Analysis using ArcGISIO Geographic Information Analysis.

The presentation by Dr Taylor followed by a question and answer will be at the Arts Pit (downstairs function room) of Grandridge Brewery Mirboo North on Wednesday, August 15 at 7pm.

Enquiries to POFSC preserveourforestsmn@yahoo.com or 0408 319 397.

Does Leongatha need a new network to build cooperation between local groups?

Council works closely with a wide range of local Leongatha-based groups to improve social, cultural, recreational and economic activity in Leongatha. While these organisations already share information and work together on a regular basis, this is often informal. What Council wants to know is if a formal network of community groups is required.

Come along to our community sessions: Thursday 9 August - 7.00pm to 9.00pm - Council Chambers, Michael Place, Leongatha Tuesday 14 August - 10.00am to 2.00pm (drop-in) - Council Chambers, Michael Place Leongatha Can’t make the community sessions?

Join us online at oursay.org/southgippsland/leongatha-network

“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - PAGE 13

Fresh look for Loch

By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas UPGRADES are set to increase safety in Loch’s main street.

South Gippsland Shire Council made $700,000 in the 2018-19 budget to lift the town profile of Loch.

“The town is grateful to now be on top of the pile,” Loch Community Development Association vice president Simon Sullivan said.

“The project will fix up some of the kerbing that can be a bit dangerous for pedestrians. Initially, footpaths were considered but we don’t want to lose the rustic look, so we will only be looking at sections that are a safety risk.

“It’s the rustic look and our 100 year old architecture that attracts people to our town.”

It is anticipated the first stage – kerb and channel works, improved drainage, footpaths, road pavement, and street furniture – will happen early next year.

The construction contract is expect to be awarded at the end of the year.

Based on feedback on the local community, the focus will be on Victoria Road – between Mary Street and Clarence Street.

The community is also looking to resolve the kerbing and footpath issues up to Loch Primary School.

Currently, the school caters for 75 families and 120 students.

This is slated to go up to 130 next year.

“New footpath and kerb works on the north side of Victoria Road towards the school have been included in the project design brief,” council’s manager of infrastructure delivery John Moylan said.

“Also included in the brief are kerb works in front of the school. The inclusion of these works in the construction contract will be dependent on whether they can be accommodated within the available project budget.”

In the long term, the Loch Community Development Association would like to see the Loch Lap and Revamp: Loch Community Development Association vice president Simon Sullivan is the rail trail completed. looking forward to seeing renewal works take place in Loch’s main street.

Estranged husband charged with Island murder

By Brad Lester

submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Police were called to Ms Fraser’s house on Seagrove Way about 4.30pm on Monday, July 23 to conduct a welfare check on her.

The 38 year old was found dead in the garage of the property. Ms Fraser is a mother of three.

A Facebook fundraiser for Ms Fraser’s family had raised $60,172 by Friday.

CCTV footage from Seagrove Way or surrounding streets or anywhere on Phillip Island on the day of Ms Fraser’s death.

Police are keen to speak to anyone who saw the man in San Remo or Phillip Island that day, particularly in the vicinity of Seagrove Way, Cowes.

Anyone with information or footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or

dashcam footage taken on Monday, July 23 in the vicinity of Phillip Island between 7am and 1pm, HOMICIDE Squad detectives are con- and hasn’t already spoken to police to downand secure the footage, then contact Crime tinuing to appeal for more information load Stoppers. from the public in relation to the death Investigators are interested in footage taken of young mother Samantha Fraser in in the vicinity of Seagrove Way, or between Seagrove Way and San Remo.

Cowes on Monday, July 23.

They would also like to hear from anyone with Last Thursday, police charged her ex-husband Adrian Basham, 41, of Paynesville with her murder.

He appeared at Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court last Thursday and was remanded in custody to apOVER pear in Latrobe Magistrates’ Court on January 10, 2019. of f Homicide Squad Detective Inspector Tim Day said, “Whilst a person has been charged with Samantha’s murder, the process does not end there and I cannot stress how it is important to still seek the public’s help.”

Det Insp Day said even a minor piece of information from the public could be enough to fill any gaps in the investigation.

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Debutantes presented in Wonthaggi

SEVEN debutantes and their partners danced the night away following their presentation at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club on Friday night, August 3. Back row from left Ryan Flory, Seth Williams, Tawan Spadifori, Mack Geyle and Jack White, middle row from left, Elli Clark, Ashlan Turner, Abbey McCaughan, Chloe Reistma, Ashlee Moxey, Piper Egan and Alex Gyer, front row from left Ella Hocking, Mariah Von Hagt, Trent Laub, Cornell Laub, Shane Grey and Makenzie Baumann. Photo supplied by Foons Photographics, Wonthaggi

Newhaven College presentation ball

FAMILY and friends celebrated on Saturday, August 4 with 26 elegant couples at Newhaven College’s Presentation Ball.

Held at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, the combination of galvanised metal, polished concrete and glass mirrors combined with the warmth of simple flowers and a huge green garden wall arch created an industrial chic backdrop.

In an evening of elegance and glamour the couples were clearly enjoying themselves throughout the dance set that featured modern and innovative as well as traditional numbers. College Principal, Gea Lovell, was extremely proud of the students and was thrilled with the event that brought the community together in celebration.

Back row from left, Tarquin McMillan, Angus McGillivray, Trent Worcester, Angus van der Zwet, Will Barker, Lars List, Luca Botterill, Scout Greenhalgh, Alexander McMahon, Oscar Llewellyn, Martin Peters and Cooper Wright, third row, TJ Sartori, Joel MacPherson, Lloyd Edwards, Thomas Simpson, Cameron Olden, Zane Mattock, Walter Hutton, Riley Levey, Aiden Box, Levi Robinson, Boadee Bilson, Jack Ireland-White, Ross Pryor and Finn Homer Second row, Ella Hawking, Rachel Manning, Maddison Watt, Cailin Robinson, Lily Roney, Ellen Williams, Sophie Bolam, Imogen Price, Stevie Ryan, Macy Lugt-Cole, Lily Scott, Caitlin Westerling, Xanthe Bruning, Cassandra Anagnostou, Molly Hosken and Milli Russell.

Front row, Ella Hunt, Scarlett Beaton, Tayla Carey, Mirade Clarke, Daisy Corbett, college vice principal Jason Scott, principle Gea Lovell, Chair of the Board Greg Price, Ella White, Emma Conroy, Jade Chapman, Lannia Fostin and Georgia Burston. Photo courtesy of todaysphotos.com.au.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - PAGE 15

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Leongatha resident Renee McLennan has brought a different concept of booking travel with Mobile Travel Agents (MTA) coming to South Gippsland.

A mobile travel agent operates with the same goal of tending to all your travel needs for clients as a walk in agency would do, but there are some key points of difference.

The key word being ‘Mobile’ means just that. When making contact with Renee about your travel, she will work out a time that’s convenient for you and can come to your home, your office, your club board meeting, your family gathering or even the local coffee shop - it’s completely up to you. This is a great option for time poor clients, who work 9 - 5, Monday - Friday and find it difficult to get to an agency during business hours. This allows consultants to offer a personalised, private and confidential service to their clients.

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Dancers dazzle at eisteddfod LEONGATHA was buzzing for three days when more than 700 dancers converged on the town for the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod’s 9th annual event.

As the only dance eisteddfod in the South Gippsland and Bass Coast Shires, the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod is a mainstay for the competitive dancer’s calendar.

South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod committee president Shelley Williams said the event, staged from Friday, August 3 to Sunday, August 5 was once again “completely overwhelming.”

“I’ve received so many messages of support, particularly from first time parents; they all had a fabulous time.”

“This is the first year we have re-branded as the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod and it went fabulously,” she said.

From under six years classical solos to 13 years and over national solos or dance troupes for a range of styles, dancers were rehearsing in earnest in whatever space they could find in the packed out Mesley Hall in Leongatha.

Eisteddfod committee secretary Beck Stoops who has two daughters competing said there was huge demand for entry places this year.

“We could run it for a week. There is a lot of demand but at the moment we are limited by resources,” she said.

“This event gives local youth a chance to perform locally in front of family and friends, because there are not a lot of performance opportunities in the area.

“All the committee are volunteers and we have had some amazing support from local businesses that we are very grateful to.”

The event brings entrants from dance studios all over Victoria including from Morwell, Moe and Melbourne and is regarded as a significant boost to the Leongatha economy.

Raffle winners were first Rita Keen, second Maureen Benson, third Joy Morgan and fourth, Rita Keen.

Young stars: Lisa Pellin Dance students Daphney Van Hoorn Award winners: pictured are the award winners from the weekend’s and Eliza Stein performed wonderfully in their dance Animal South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod; back from left, Melina Bath (The Crackers in my Soup at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod Nationals Member of the Legislative Council, Eastern Victoria ), Katie on Saturday.

Roberts, Kasie Stoops, Jessica, Blackstock, Bethany Whittorn, Siobhan Cooper, adjudicator Christopher Favaloro, front from left, Tas Cooper, Taya Cameron, Max Hennessy, Harry Hennessy, and Jessica Roberts.

Showcasing talent: Lisa Pellin Dancers Chloe Stoops and Taj Cooper excelled in their solo dances at the South Gippsland Perfect duo: Lisa Pellin Dance students Maya Williams and Taya Cam- Dance Eisteddfod on Saturday. eron looked the part in the duo dance at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod in Leongatha on Saturday.

Classical champs junior: placegetters were, from left, Sophie Harvey, first, Ava Vilcins, third, Holly Phillips , second and Funky costume: Lisa Pellin Dancer Siobhan Great job: from left, Foster’s Susan Green School of Dance students Lily Taj Cooper (honourable mention), pictured with, back, sponCooper stole the show at the South Gippsland Lomax, Yasmin Duursma and Leila Tracy put on a show for the huge audi- sor Rebecca Prior (White Tutu) and adjudicator Christopher ence at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod on Saturday.

Favaloro.

Dance Eisteddfod on Saturday.

Find your Plan B now to avoid major disruptions to V/Line train services throughout August.

Rethink your travel plans and allow extra time.

With high capacity signalling works happening on the Cranbourne and Pakenham line, this will mean disruptions to V/Line train services. Between Monday 6 August and Tuesday 14 August, coaches will replace all Traralgon and Bairnsdale train services.

You must find alternatives if your usual journey is impacted.

To find out if you need to change your travel plans, visit bigbuild.vic.gov.au

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“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - PAGE 17

Modern jazz: Lisa Pellin Dance Studio student Tilly Richmond and Laila Holt competed at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod at Mesley Hall in Leongatha on Friday in modern Finishing pose: Susan Green Dance Studio dancers from left, Audrey Vernon, Owen Gornall and Lily Gornall from Foster competed at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod at dance.

Mesley Hall in Leongatha on Friday.

Family act: from left, siblings Owen, Margot and Lily Gornall of Foster competed at different levels at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod.

Local entrants: Leongatha based Lisa Pellin Dancers from left, Maya Williams, Siobhan Cooper and Chloe Fox at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod at Mesley Hall in Leongatha on Friday.

Family occasion: Leongatha’s Karlie Hall helps her daughter Ellie Hall prepare for her set at the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod.

Clever costume: Lisa Pellin Dancer from Show stopping routines: Lisa Pellin Dancers from left, Alannah Reid, Claudia Leys and Leongatha, Harper McRae, as Dr Seuss’ The Chloe Stoops and Foster’s Susan Green School of Dance student Kayley Williams were at Cat In The Hat for her performance at the the South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod on Friday.

South Gippsland Dance Eisteddfod.

Show time: Leongatha’s Terry Geary does some finishing touches to her daughter Ashley’s dance costume for her Hungarian national dance performance at the eisteddfod.

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Facelift for the Kilcunda bridge KILCUNDA’S iconic Trestle Bridge (Bourne Creek Bridge) will be closed for major deck and handrail improvements between early October and mid November.

This project is being funded through Bass Coast Shire Council’s Renewal Program 2017-18 and 2018-19 to the sum of $867,000.

Removal of the entire upper deck and connecting hand rails will be replaced with stainless steel Prom team: members of Parks Victoria’s ranger team at Wilsons Promontory National Park balustrading and handrails and an enviro-walk mini mesh decking. are, front, from left, Matt Hoskins, Andy Law and Dan Rogers, and back, from left, Andrew The new components will sit atop the existing Lawson, Daniel Cooper, Lauren Kelly, Khan Spokes, Ineke Van Vliet, Brett Mitchell, Ger- bridge structure, providing a significant improvealdine Davis, Nick Swinton and Francis Perry. ment to the safety and functionally of the bridge.

Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said the works come just over a year since the sub-structure of the bridge was repaired.

“The Kilcunda Trestle Bridge is one of the most noted landmarks within Bass Coast, and it’s vital we maintain these assets so they can be fully enjoyed by

Park rangers recognised on World Ranger Day

THE enduring conservation work of park rangers was recognised on World Ranger Day, July 31.

New look: Kilcunda’s Trestle Bridge will soon be closed for maintenance. visitors and residents alike,” she said.

“This project will further enhance the bridge’s attraction, while providing a long term, safe outcome for our community.”

Detailed designing by Chris O’Brien and Company provided both a galvanised and stainless steel option for this major project, with council supporting the latter due to the significant increase of the expected life of stainless steel in this harsh environment.

Strzelecki Engineering Pty Ltd has been contracted to complete the works.

Grantville gets a tidy up

to nearly 200 lost or injured park visitors.

As nature based visitation has grown, and the size and challenges of the land being managed has increased, so too has the number of rangers. Parks BASS Coast Shire Council’s open space Rangers have been working throughout Victoria Victoria now employs more than 400 rangers, in various forms since the 1890s, when the state’s including 40 Aboriginal rangers who provide and roads teams came together for a first national parks were established. invaluable traditional knowledge on keeping parks good old spring clean and spruce up in Today, Parks Victoria rangers and field service and reserves healthy and resilient.

Grantville recently. officers care for 4.1 million hectares of mountains, Internationally, World Ranger Day commemoThe working bee involved maintenance and deserts, forests and coastline – an area about the size rates rangers killed or injured in the line of duty and cleaning works from Scrub Creek all the way through of Switzerland. They also care for 13 national marine celebrates their work to protect the planet’s natural to the Koala Park. parks and 11 marine sanctuaries that support more treasures and cultural heritage. The day is promoted The works were extremely varied covering garthan 12,000 species of plants and animals, 90 percent through the International Ranger Federation and The den beds, pruning and planting, through to removing of which are found nowhere else in the world.

Thin Green Line Foundation.

In eastern Victoria, this includes the significant Wilsons Promontory National Park and Tarra Bulga National Park.

Each day is different for a Parks Victoria ranger.

Their work includes: protecting parks, oceans, plants and animals from pests and pollution; maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads, tracks and trails, and campgrounds, toilets and visitor facilities; working with local community, research and volunteer groups; helping lost and injured people; and responding to bushfire and emergency situations.

Last year, Parks Victoria rangers welcomed more than 100 million visits to more than 180 parks and Caring for environment: from left, members Freshen up: a recent working bee in Grantreserves; treated more than one million hectares of of Wonthaggi’s Parks Victoria ranger team, Bill ville included the clean-up of garden beds land to control pest plants and animals; and responded Slade, Brian Martin and Craig McKenzie.

and planting low maintenance plants.

graffiti, litter and debris.

Over the course of three days, garden beds were reinstated, and pruning and mulching took place in gardens through the town centre.

Street trees were planted along each side of the highway.

Wooden street furniture and playground equipment was stained to improve appearance and longevity.

Median strips were mowed, large amounts of gravel and road toppings were removed.

Safety barriers were snipped and weeds were removed.

The path behind the highway sound wall was uplifted and mulched.

Road crews cleared out major drainage culvert, and major litter and debris was removed.

The Pier Road promenade and toilet block area was cleaned, and street signage was updated.

Bollards were reinstated and softfall was installed in the playground.

Works were completed with minimum disruption to traffic and the public.

The next working bee is scheduled for the Cowes foreshore area to tie in with the opening of the Jetty Triangle.

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CFA celebrates years of service THE South Gippsland Group of Fire Brigades had its annual dinner at the Meeniyan Stony Creek United Clubrooms recently.

Nearly 100 guests attended and enjoyed a lovely meal by the Brent Sinclair Catering group.

The master of ceremonies was District 9 acting operations manager Ricky Read.

A CFA life membership and National Medal (Third Clasp) was awarded to Tarwin Lower and District CFA’s John Harris for his half century of diligent service to the organisation.

Two members, John Smallman of Dumbalk CFA and Reg Williams of Foster CFA, received 65 year service awards.

The awardees were: • Dumbalk CFA: Walter Aich (20 years), Dallas Campbell (35 years), Janet Auchterlonie (35 years), Robert Auchterlonie (35 years), John Smallman (65 years); • Fish Creek and District CFA: William Koetsveldt (20 years), Derren Cary (20 years), Andrew Hamilton (20 years), Geoff Thompson (35 years), Douglas Latham (50 years); • Foster CFA: Daniel Bugg (five years), Sarah O’Hehir (five years), Jade Thompson (five years), Paul Austin (30 years), Paula Crossley (30 years), David Jones (40 years), Reg Williams (65 years); • Hedley CFA: Ian Conn (35 years); Community focus: Foster CFA’s deserving recipients, back, from left, David Jones, Paul Austin, Daniel Bugg, Reg Williams and District • Meeniyan and Stony Creek CFA: Geoff 9 acting operations officer Ricky Read. Middle, Jade Thompson and Sarah O’Hehir. Front: Paula Crossley.

Cooling (five years); • Toora CFA: Ray Argento (30 years); • Welshpool CFA: Ian Wykes (20 years); and • Yanakie CFA: Sean Taylor (10 years).

Leading fireman: from left, Tarwin Lower Service praised: from left, Fish Creek and District CFA award recipients, Derren Cary, Wil- and District CFA’s John Harris was presented liam ‘Bill’ Koetsveldt, Geoff Thompson, Andrew Hamilton, Douglas Latham and District 9 with a National Medal Third clasp and a CFA life membership in recognition of his half acting operations officer Ricky Read. century of diligent service to the organisation and community. He was presented the award CFA stalwart: Toora CFA’s Ray Argento (left)

by District 9 acting operations officer Ricky received a 30 year service award from District 9 acting operations officer Ricky Read.

Read at a dinner at Meeniyan.

Council tackles barking dogs

SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council understands barking dogs can become a nuisance to residents.

introduced to the dog. Local laws officers are available in further circumstance where continual barking occurs and will discuss next steps as appropriate.

Council’s local laws coordinator Bruce Gardiner People needing to report a barking dog will now said, “We encourage and thank the community for be asked to provide information such as: name, con- their ongoing participation and support. These protact number, the property where the dog is located cesses are aimed to help settle disputes. and the type/breed of the dog.

“Local Laws wants to help the community and this Once the request has been lodged with council’s is just a small way in which we can help provide clarcustomer service staff, they will be provided with a ity and recommend resources to affected owners.”

Customer Request Number to assist with enquiries.

Individuals who need to register a nuisance are Their details will remain confidential. Local laws encouraged to contact council’s customer service officers will then review the request and contact the team on 5662 9200. owner of the dog to discuss the complaint.

For further information regarding dispute resoluIt is requested that those who make a complaint al- tion, please contact the Dispute Settlement Centre on low two weeks for any new training techniques to be 1800 658 528 or visit www.disputes.vic.gov.au

Mayor’s message Cr Pamela Rothfield

Serving the public: from left, Dumbalk CFA award winners, Dallas Campbell, Robert Auchterlonie, John Smallman, Janet Auchterlonie and Walter Aich, with District 9 acting operations officer Ricky Read.

THIS week I would like to begin by acknowledg- were wrong; our eyes were seriously opened. One of the ing the recent tragedy on Phillip Island. The heart- most important messages was that the standard we walk breaking death of a local mum and community past is the standard which we accept.

I would encourage all businesses, sports groups, and member has shocked and shaken our community.

In recent months it feels as though we have too often been exposed to horrific violence against women statistics and news stories. It is when these atrocities occur not only on our doorstep but effectively in our very living room, the horror is brought home with an unbearable intensity.

There were over 200 people present at the impromptu vigil held on Saturday night, July 28 at the Cowes Cultural Centre. The peaceful and quiet reflection on a life gone too soon affirmed that our community is uniting behind the White Ribbon cause; that we will not tolerate violence against women.

White ribbons are being worn on lapels and tied around trees and letterboxes. The local women’s football team wore arm bands and lowered their flag to half-mast during their recent women’s football showcase. There are signs of solidarity and respect popping up around all our community, creating a united front.

Bass Coast Shire Council is a White Ribbon accredited workplace and I recently attended White Ribbon training. This workshop was incredibly rewarding.

While many of us entered the training with the perception that we knew about violence against women, we

organisations large and small to consider undertaking White Ribbon training. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out. Talk to your friends or family, or call the national phone service 1800 RESPECT. In other news, it was a delight to attend the Phillip Island Literary Festival last weekend. Now in its second year, this festival is growing exponentially and is well on track to becoming an iconic annual Bass Coast event.

There were hundreds in attendance at the opening night, including former Australian of the year, Professor Tim Flannery, who gave an enthralling presentation titled, The Good News for John’s Birds.

His talk referenced both John Clarke’s passion to improve the plight of birds on Phillip Island and the current state of climate change and its impacts on habitat.

In line with the literary festival, avid readers will be delighted to know the Cowes library is now open seven days. There is an argument that as books move more into the digital space, libraries will become out dated. In fact, what is happening is libraries are transforming too.

Libraries were once a place for quiet reading and not much more. However, they are now a space for coming together, learning, interaction and, of course, celebrating literature.

Service recognised: Yanakie CFA’s Sean Taylor (left) received a 10 year service award from District 9 acting operations officer Ricky Read.

Enthusiastic volunteer: Meeniyan and Stony Creek CFA’s Geoff Cooling (left) with his five year service certificate and District 9 acting operations officer Ricky Read.

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Exciting times: from left, St Laurence’s Primary School Grade 2 students Lachie, Thomas, Rachel and Kelsey are looking forward to upcoming school refurbishments at the Leongatha school. Read more on page 27.

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Exploring the capital: from left, Korumburra Secondary College students Maddie Smith, Official photo: from left, Korumburra Secondary College teacher Stacie Witton and stuAlysha Hunter, Esther Evans and Makaela Gambetta visited the Sydney Opera House during dents Maddie Smith, Makaela Gambetta, Esther Evans and Alysha Hunter, with Sid Verma, the 5th Annual STEM Education Conference in Sydney recently. founder and executive of BrainSTEM.

Teenage STEM superstars at Korumburra KORUMBURRA Secondary College students Esther Evans, Makaela Gambetta, Alysha Hunter and Maddie Smith have launched themselves into the STEM spotlight.

smooth sailing, with the students changing their minds twice to find an achievable and innovative concept to pursue.

The group’s final project involved investigating skin cancer in pets.

Did you know almost one in two dogs over the The girls were selected to present their high age of 10 years will develop cancer and approximateschool innovation challenge project and experience ly one third of the cancers in dogs are skin cancers?

Treatment costs between $2000 and $10,000. at the 5th Annual STEM Education Conference in Prevention seemed a wise option and drove the girls’ Sydney recently.

STEM stands for science, technology, engineer- project.

The girls wanted to create a UV sensor device ing and mathematics.

The girls participated in a 12 week challenge, ran that would send a signal to pet owners phones inby BrainSTEM, and were supported by two PhD stu- forming them of exposure rates.

They created an app user interface that would dents from Melbourne University.

The group project development was not all have information on dog health, sun prevention rec-

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The girls determined the most suitable location for detecting UV was on a dog’s collar so they 3D printed a prototype collar and constructed the basic circuitry that could transmit light signals and remotely receive the data, using littleBIT electronics.

The students also surveyed pet owners and found their concept was marketable. There is a lot of research and devices linked to human skin cancers and this is transferable to pets, but nothing exists in the marketplace.

At the regional BrainSTEM presentation, Korumburra’s presentation stood out.

Esther, Makaela, Alysha and Maddie shared their journey with national and international educators.

The girls presented their thoughts on the impor-

tance of STEM and shared their project in a professional and engaging manner.

Their presentation was so good they were celebrities at morning tea, with many audience members congratulating them and asking further questions.

While in Sydney, the girls took in some of the sights, including the Sydney Opera House and the harbour bridge.

They also enjoyed a beautiful Chinese dinner in Chinatown, and pizza and pasta at a traditional Italian restaurant.

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EDUCATION & COURSE OPPORTUNITIES For South Gippsland Celebrating 40 years of Christian education LEONGATHA’S Christian school is School in 1978 and now operating as a celebrating its 40th birthday this year, campus of Chairo Christian School.

There is much excitement at the campus, which after starting out as Leongatha Christian is gearing up to celebrate not only its 40th birthday,

So many skills: Chairo Christian School Year 8 student Gemma Baxter and deputy principal and science teacher Christine Hibma concentrate on an experiment.

but also its highest enrolments since 2013 and the recent announcement that a kindergarten will start at the school next year.

Principal Anthony Collier said the school had just held a wonderful expo and celebration, with many past, current and prospective families attending. “There is a real sense of enthusiasm about the future of Christian education in the region,� he said.

Chairo works in close partnership with families and delivers a diverse and academically rigorous curriculum, within a nurturing and caring Christian environment. “We also provide many excellent community service opportunities, including our project to care for the vegetable gardens at the hospital in Leongatha,�

Mr Collier said.

Kindergarten will commence at the campus from the start of 2019 and will provide play based programs for three and four year old children.

Building works are progressing well and a teacher has just been appointed.

Enrolment applications are currently being accepted for all year levels at Chairo. Interested families are invited to contact the campus to discover more about what the school offers and to arrange a time for a personal tour.

Chemistry: St Joseph’s Primary School teacher Julia Strentz demonstrates the process of a home-made lava lamp with students Charlotte, Julia, Elisha, Aslyn, Carter and Isabelle at the Korumburra school.

Online: Leongatha Chairo Christian School Year 5 student Chloe Giliam and teacher Elly Bracken embrace the use of technology in the classroom.

Chairo

Inspirational learning at St Joseph’s self-regulate their emotions as part of the Personal and Social Capabilities of the Victorian Curriculum.

Mrs Charlton said this was a way to encourage students to take some time to reboot themselves and learn skills including relaxation techniques which School principal Michelle Charlton said in her may help in self-regulation. past two years in the role, one of the highlights was The school will be undergoing a major building seeing how the students engage and their joy when redevelopment project expected to begin this term, they achieve something. which will see it receive a new administration build“Last term we had a number of students get to- ing and refurbishment to the current administration gether and organise different fundraising events area in the first stage. which were really successful,� she said.

This year has also marked the introduction of the “They organised these pretty much on their own Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics and seeing that community spirit come out in the (STEM) specialist subject for all students. students is really inspiring.�

Each class receives an hour session per week to For the next six weeks students will be undertak- access robotic equipment that can be coded and coning classes in mindfulness to assist with learning to trolled by students.

WITH a broad curriculum, students at St Joseph’s Primary School in Korumburra can use their skills to learn and contribute to the community in a variety of ways.

Accepting enrolments now for kindergarten, primary and secondary • • • •

Science wonder: front, from left, Xander, Aslyn, Elisha and Sophie, and back, Ky, Owen, Carter, Kael, Isabelle and Elise from St Joseph’s Primary School in Korumburra watching a homemade lava lamp transition.

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Children lead the way

New skills: Wonthaggi Primary School Grade 5 students Imogen and Zeke were pictured with some of the equipment in the school’s new STEM room.

Buzzing with activity at Wonthaggi Primary

the school about the production which will be on September 6.

“The Space And Beyond concert has students making props in visual arts and the whole school is involved.”

C O L L A B O R AT I V E learning and a creative spirit is driving major programs at Korumburra Primary School this year.

academics.

“For Aladdin Junior they are working on some big dance numbers and there was a huge audition for parts,” she said.

“There is a real buzz around

In the planning for most of the past year, the Junior School Council decided on developing a meeting space surrounded by nature.

Coined The Greenhouse by the Junior School Council, the project became a major focal point for developing a plan by students to revamp their outdoor play area.

Coordinated with the support of the Junior School Council leader and teacher Troy Halfpenny, the space operates as a natural meeting point where students will sit and relax under the shelter of a large tree, which at this stage is a sapling.

Another major project driven by performing arts teacher Tanya Jackson who is busy coordinating the school’s musical Aladdin Junior and the all of school concert, Space and Beyond.

Mrs Jackson said it gives children an opportunity to showcase their creative talents rather than through the traditional

Planting trees: the finishing touches are being put to a project by the Junior School Council which includes, from left, teacher Troy Halfpenny and students MacKenzie, Ruby and Charlie, at Korumburra Primary School.

WONTHAGGI Primary School is committed to delivering an extensive learning experience.

STEM Club at lunchtimes.

There are plenty of lunchtime clubs at the school, catering to a range of interests. These clubs include yoga, gardening, dancing, basketball, craft, coding, The school value for this term is “growth mind- art, touch typing, games and music. set”, and staff are focusing on making progress with At the end of July, staff met George Telford from small goals to build towards new skills and attitudes Challenge Learning, and had a discussion about curin the classroom. rent practices and professional development.

The school is preparing for the next term’s Leap This session taught staff new methods to engage into Learning. This program gives pre-Prep students students, and to build on opportunities and deep a chance to experience school before the formal year thinking. begins.

This term, the school also welcomed new staff.

This year, the program has been moved into a Brooke Little will replace classroom teacher Roz new classroom, which will help to engage and stimu- Wyatt, who has taken leave. late the students.

Tammy Grimley has also joined staff and will be Next door is the Science, Technology, Engineer- working full time in place of Ailsa Goding and Beth ing and Math (STEM) room. The STEM focus will Walker. help students to learn about computer programming Both will teach the Grade 3/4 students. and robotics.

Georgina Kibble was welcomed as the school’s Natural touch: The Greenhouse is a space developed by the Korumburra Primary School, Students can also choose to be involved in the new business manager.

Junior School Council which includes members from left, Ryan, Eva, Hayley and April.

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Our four year old Leap into Learning Program starts

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Mondays: 9am - 12noon Mondays: 1pm - 3.30pm Tuesdays: 9am - 12noon WHEN WILL IT START? Monday, October 8 to Tuesday, December 11.

WHO CAN COME? Any students who will be attending Prep at Wonthaggi Primary School in 2019 may attend the program. Families are asked to select a session that has the least impact on their child’s current Early Childhood program.

School captains Sienna and Zac with last year’s Leap into Learning students, Jaxon, Dela and Riley - who are now our 2018 Prep students!

OUR VALUES Aim High | Be Respectful | Be Responsible | Be Resilient OUR PURPOSE

WHAT WILL IT COST? There is NO COST for students to attend the program. We do ask that children bring their own water bottle, piece of fruit/veg and a small, healthy snack. Students will also require a waterproof smock and a school bag (available from the school).

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Coal Creek offers a unique education COAL Creek Community Park and Museum’s education programs offer quality experiential learning for schools, kindergartens, family and community groups in line with current curriculum.

Coal Creek is a heritage village that depicts the history of Korumburra; from everyday life, the coalfields and the early agricultural development of the area. Every building and object at Coal Creek has a story to tell and immerses you in rural life from the 1870s to 1920s.

A professional education team delivers a range of programs with something to offer for all primary aged students. Coal Creek has several carefully designed packages to suit different learning requirements.

Focusing on how life has changed over time, students can experience the three Rs in the old school room. In the home of an early settler, students can cook damper around the fire and learn

about family life in the 1890s.

As part of Coal Creek’s new Changing Technologies program, students make scaled down versions of a settler’s bush hut using the techniques and materials from the time.

The Rub a Dub, Dub session is a truly hands on experience. Students experience past technology and the life of women in the late 1800s by collecting water from a hand pump, using a washboard to scrub and then wringing out their newly laundered clothes.

A visit to the General Store is a must; find out what shopping was like more than 100 years ago.

Here confectionary and souvenirs are available.

Groups have the option of adding a trip around the park in a diesel tram to see more of the 30 acres of enclosed bushland.

Coal Creek is an all-weather site offering undercover eating on the old train carriages as a lunch zone.

The accredited museum has many original historic buildings. Visitors can choose the interactive self-guided tour that uses touch screen tablets to tell the story of how Korumburra’s coal lit up Melbourne. This is a perfect option for smaller groups.

Coal Creek also offers professional development sessions to support teachers in their strategies and approaches to teaching the current curriculum.

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from a hand pump, using a washboard to scrub and wringing out newly laundered clothes.

Students care for nature ENVIRONMENTAL sustainability is highly valued at Inverloch/Kongwak Primary School.

Build it up: students experience how to make Both schools have been hard at work protecting a scaled down version of a settler’s bush hut their natural surrounds.

Inverloch Primary School has established a Green using the techniques and materials from the time at Coal Creek Community Park and Team, which will help to raise awareness about local environmental issues.

Museum, Korumburra.

They will also plan multi-age days, which means

students from both campuses will work together on different activities.

“We like to do these activities as a school unit. The multi-age days mean students from all age levels are put into groups for different tasks. It ensures the students at Kongwak have the opportunity to work with their peers as well,” principal Brett Smith said.

FOSTER Secondary College has continCurrently, the Green Team has around 10 students involved. The team has representatives from all grades ued to grow and evolve during 2018.

The school has maintained wonderful results and two environmental captains from Grade 6.

Over at Kongwak Primary School, the students from internal and external review processes. The college’s Attitudes to School Survey taken by showed their green thumbs by helping Landcare plant students each year shows the school is working new trees in Pioneer Reserve on Friday.

The children learned about how to properly plant with students to create a learning environment that caters to the needs of an ever evolving stu- trees and about the types of trees that grow in Pioneer Reserve. dent cohort.

They were wowed by the fact some of the trees In recent years the school has focused on rewould live for hundreds of years. warding students for positive results inside and The environmental focus ties in with war on waste outside the classroom to make students feel wel- themes studied by children at Inverloch/Kongwak Pri- Green thumbs: Kongwak Primary School students Isla, Tahlia and Mikayla had the right gear on for tree planting on Friday. comed and included in the success of the school mary School.

Foster Secondary College stands out

and themselves.

NAPLAN data remains excellent and is a wonderful reflection of the effort and care staff exhibits towards students everyday.

The school combines a strong core subject based curriculum with an exceptional array of electives that caters to students’ needs.

The Year 9 Community Program continues to provide valuable support to a number of local businesses and volunteer programs like the Waratah Surf Lifesaving Club and the Prom Coast Aged Care facility.

The school is immensely proud of the work students and staff do every day and wants that to continue for many years to come.

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Find your place at Newhaven College NEWHAVEN College guides each individual student along a path of discovery to open their minds to a world of opportunities.

The Year 9 Environmental Centre program is exciting, challenging and stimulating. Students step outside the classroom to connect with the world around them, providing relevance and value to their learning, which enhances academic development and personal growth.

Years 10 to 12 at Newhaven College are the crucial years where previous learning, increasing confidence and a greater sense of their place in the global community culminate to shape young people’s future directions. Students also have many pathway options to pursue.

The Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is offered in preparation for further study at University or TAFE, or to directly enter the workforce. Within this course students can also take up VET options and school-based apprenticeships.

This provides flexibility for students to customise their year 10 to 12 program to meet their own aspirations and abilities.

Newhaven College is a registered Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and offers: • VET Certificate II In Building And Construction (Carpentry) Pre-apprenticeship; and • Certificate III in Music Industry (Performance).

The college also liaises with other RTOs to provide VET studies across a number of industries such as equine studies, electrical, hair and beauty, and hospitality.

Students are also encouraged to explore new opportunities and are offered a broad range of co-curricular activities such as music, bands and ensembles, surfing, drama, dance, sport, equestrian, chess, public speaking and debating and international tours.

Newhaven College’s facilities are outstanding and offer students spacious, inviting and uplifting learning environments that are also functional and flexible.

The recently completed magnificent Senior School and Specialist Facility won local building firm DAS Constructions the ‘Excellence in Construction for a commercial build over $6 million” and the South East Master Builders ‘Commercial Builder of the Year’ awards.

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Construction experience: Newhaven College students have the option to include VET studies in their VCE through the college’s own Trade Skills Centre, which is a Registered Training Organisation. VET Certificate II In Building And Construction (Carpentry) Pre-apprenticeship students Kiara McJames-Court and Hugh Webber are putting theory into practice by working on one of two cubbies that Junior School students will soon get to enjoy. istration building have all each won similar 2018 and development of a soccer pitch and awards. all-weather hockey pitch and multipurpose hard Construction of the new two court multi- courts will then follow. purpose gymnasium is due for completion in For enrolment enquiries or to book in for

the next Newhaven College tour on Thursday, August 30, please contact Belinda Manning on 5956 7505 or discover more at www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au

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Centre has lots to offer LEONGATHA Children’s Centre offers care and educational programs for children aged zero to 12, included funded four year old kindergarten and three year old pre-school.

In operation since May 1977, the centre provides high quality centre based care and education for families in Leongatha and surrounding districts. It is a community resource, run by the community, for the community.

The centre maintains a close connection with the community and community groups and uses those connections to develop opportunities for children to learn and experience life.

One of these connections is a monthly visit with Woorayl Lodge residents, either at the centre or at the aged care facility.

This monthly connection provides fabulous outcomes for the children, including respect, tolerance, understanding and the ability to have friends with people of all ages.

“The children genuinely look forward to seeing their friends each month,” Paula Fixter from the cen-

tre said.

The CFA and SES and local businesses also enjoy regular connections with the children’s centre.

The children’s centre provides a play based program, connecting and responding to the Victorian Early Years and Development Framework, which encourages and supports high expectations for every child.

“We use an integrated learning approach, whereby the child directed play and learning, adult led learning and guided play and learning are used to assist children advance their development in a respectful and meaningful way,” Ms Fixter said.

The centre has the benefit of highly qualified and experienced educators.

Out and about: front, from left, Hannah, Harley, Isabella and Jacob, and back, from left Winter, three year old kindergarten teacher Cindy Smith, Noah and Isla were outside enjoying the playground at the Leongatha Children’s Centre last week.

Big changes for St Laurence’s ST LAURENCE’S Primary School in Leongatha is in the process of preparing for new beginnings with the school’s new building project.

Happy times: enrolments are now open for Allora Kindergarten’s 2019 three year old sessions. The kindergarten runs two three year old kindergarten sessions a week, on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am to 12pm. Each session includes indoor and outdoor activities. The sun came out last Wednesday in time for Lana Verboon, Braxton Beveridge and Harvey Dent to have some outdoor play before home time. Contact the kindergarten on 5662 2547 for more information or to arrange a visit.

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The current administration office is hidden in the heart of the school and the school needs a new street frontage.

The old convent building, located on Ogilvy Street between the gymnasium and classrooms, will be refurbished within the next six months and turned into an administration area.

Grade 3 and 4 classes will run in the current administration office after it is demolished and rebuilt.

“The school has saved enough funds to undertake significant refurbishments to the middle school area by utilising a historic building,” principal Kate Dourley said.

“There will be a link built between the convent building into the school.

“The new middle school hub will create flexible learning areas.”

St Laurence’s Primary School will continue working on professional practice, the staff knowing their students, knowing their

learning opportunities and meeting the children’s needs.

“We’re excited for 2019,” Ms Dourley said.

“We have limited places for enrolments available across the school for parents who are seeking a well rounded education with strong academic focus.

“There are already 24 Prep enrolments.”

French Day is coming up. Students will celebrate by dressing in French theme on Monday, August 20.

All students are already working on creating their version of the famous Hall of Mirrors.

Looking forward: from left, St Laurence Primary School Grade 2 students Rachel, Lachie, Thomas and Kelsey are excited to move into brand new classrooms next year, at the Leongatha school.

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For enquires please contact the Centre 5662 3533 Email: leongatha.cc@kindergarten.vic.gov.au Visit at 7 Symmons Street, Leongatha. www.leongathacc.vic.edu.au/

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Opportunities galore at specialist school and skills required by students for life-long learning, social development and active and informed citizenship.

Students at the South Gippsland Specialist School have the opportunity to undertake the Duke emotionally. Staff work with students to help them of Edinburgh Award.

This program equips students for life regardunderstand their role as community members and assist them to achieve personal and curricula goals. less of their background, culture, physical ability, South Gippsland Specialist School plans, skills and interests. Doing the award is a personal monitors, assesses and reports on student learning achievement using the Victorian Curriculum.

The curriculum is the common set of knowledge

The school has a strong focus on respectful safe SOUTH Gippsland Specialist School is learning and values the partnerships between home located on the Leongatha Education Preand school. cinct on the corner of Nerrena Road and The curriculum fosters opportunities for students Horn Street, Leongatha. to reach their potential academically, socially and

The school caters for students aged five to 18 who have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability.

This facility is equipped with a heated pool, multipurpose hall, café style kitchen, trade training centre generous sized classrooms and extensive fruit and vegetable gardens.

challenge and not a competition against others; it pushes young people to their personal limits and recognises their achievements.

In addition students also experience community engagement programs where they learn about a variety of community organisations with visits to the CFA, RSL, Leongatha Community House, Community Garden, Gippsland Community College and Federation Training.

Fun times: from left, Leongatha Primary School students Hannah Bruce, Piper Holt and Nathan Trezise get set for the school musical Seussical Junior.

Children first: South Gippsland Specialist School student Tom Carlisle enjoys the facilities and caring staff at the Leongatha school.

Leongatha fosters international links THERE is always a lot going on at Le- the beach and Wilsons Promontory.

The school is also presenting the musical Seusongatha Primary School, both in and outsical Junior in two weeks’ time. side the classroom.

There is reading, writing, maths, sports, gymnastics and piano lessons. Over the next few weeks, it is going to get even busier.

On Sunday, 23 students and their three teachers arrived from Leongatha Primary School’s sister school in China, Changshu.

The students and their teachers will be hosted

by Leongatha Primary School students and staff for the week, with planned visits to not only the school and its classrooms but also a local farm,

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All 643 Leongatha Primary School students, at some point, will take to the stage in the fantastical journey through the wonderful world of Doctor Seuss as more than 20 of his well-known literary characters come to life.

Central character: Taine Lowe is the Cat in the Hat in Leongatha Primary School’s musical Seussical Junior.

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Mary MacKillop College students to walk for charity MARY MacKillop Catholic Regional College’s annual Walkathon is in its 20th year.

Wednesday, July 18 with prospective recipients attending the assembly and presenting their charity to all staff and students.

This year the college It’s the college commu- aims to raise $20,000 to be nity’s opportunity to make a distributed amongst the folreal difference in the world. lowing charities: • Access All Abilities Since its inception, the walkathon has raised more (Wonthaggi); • We Help Ourselves than $270,000 to provide assistance to deserving causes. (Wonthaggi); • Possible Dreams It is the students’ Social Justice team that researches International; • Riccardi Family; and decides the charities the • Trinity Families Founcollege will support each dation, a Gippsland based year.

The Walkathon Launch charity to assist families; and • Mary MacKillop FounAssembly was held on dation which supports the

work of the Josephite Sisters.

The 2018 Walkathon is set for tomorrow (Wednesday, August 8), and starts at Koonwarra and finishes at the college grounds in Leongatha.

The hard work has begun.

Each student has been asked to collect as many sponsors as possible.

Each homeroom at the college is keeping a record of promised totals. The college encourages everyone to participate.

If you would like to make a donation and you don’t know a student at the college, please contact the office on 5662 4255.

Setting off: Jessica Kaldvee and Lily Maxwell took part in Mary MacKillop College’s Walkathon along the Great Southern Rail Trail from Koonwarra to Leongatha in 2017.

(Left) Walking for charity: Mary MacKillop College students Taj Forrest-Kennedy, Ben Jones and Ryan Sinclair were excited to participate in the college’s annual walkathon in 2017.

2019 Information Evening All students in Years 9 & 10 are invited to attend Wednesday August 22, 2018 7pm-8.30pm Pioneer Hall, MMC Leongatha

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Fun subjects: Hannah Simmons and Rosie Carter gave textiles a go at Wonthaggi Secondary College.

WSC offers the lot IT’S a time for change at Wonthaggi Secondary College and the school is working hard to meet the growing demand.

The school population is booming and the college anticipates its largest Year 7 cohort in 2019.

To address the needs of students, the college offers a diverse program.

VCE, VCAL, community Satellite VCAL, and VET courses are offered through the college.

The college also offers access to the Pathways and Transition Setting program. This program helps disenfranchised students in grades 5 through to 9 transition back into mainstream classes.

Twenty students have taken part in this program. Four have transitioned back to school and another four are slowly making their way back.

“The school caters to all

students and their needs. They all have a place here and can find success in that place,” McBride campus principal Marg O’Donnell said.

“Due to the size of the school, we need to offer an extensive range of subjects.”

Students are well supported at the school. The college is often visited by counsellors and nurses, and works closely with SalvoCare.

It also intends to gain a partnership with HeadSpace when the organisation is established in Bass Coast.

It’s not all about work; there are also plenty of extracurricular activities happening at the school.

Recently, students travelled to Japan to visit the college’s sister school Hakui High School.

At the end of last term, the Talented Students concert was held and the college was the host of the South Gippsland Music Program.

The Year 12 formal was held recently, which was an excellent night for students winding up their secondary education.

Students are also getting excited about the Year 9 camp program. The program includes a Queensland camp, a Melbourne sports camp, a Melbourne art camp, a Wilsons Promontory camp and work experience.

A number of students recently participated in Hike for Higher Education. This hike teaches resilience whilst inspiring students about their future.

A group of students also participated in Youth Parliament.

The school is anticipating the opening of its new senior campus in McKenzie Street. However, the junior campus has not been left out.

A $500,000 kitchen renovation was recently completed for the home economics classes. This was funded by the college and the Department of Education.

Many services: from left, Centrelink agent Nicki Belling and Milpara Community House manager Jenni Keerie welcome the community to the Korumburra house.

Education empowers at Milpara A UNIQUE variety of learning is offered at Milpara Community House in Korumburra to enrich the skills and education levels of the community.

Milpara Community House manager Jenni Keerie said whatever a person’s position in life, whatever the stage or journey, education is one of the keys to growth, change freedom and more.

“It’s not necessarily about what form in which it is delivered; it is more about what you learn, who you are exposed to and who you connect with – then

what you do with it,” she said.

“It could be arts and crafts, health and wellbeing or foundation skills in education such as reading, writing.

“We also offer accredited courses including first aid training, food safety, responsible service of alcohol and the White Card.”

Ms Keerie said all the information about what is delivered each term is included in the term program delivered to households in and around Korumburra.

It is also available from the Milpara Community House website: www.milparacommunityhouse.org.au

Subjects to explore at Wonthaggi North THERE is plenty to love about Wonthaggi North Primary School.

to Book Week in late August.

Wonthaggi North offers a supportive, inclusive environment for students to learn in, and assists to foster positive relationships and individuality.

The buddy program helps

students to understand the importance of inclusion. The program helps the Prep students transition confidently into the school with the help of older peers.

Everyone has a place at Wonthaggi North Primary School.

The school offers a strong curriculum of quality programs to help students reach their potential and find success.

It provides a comprehensive literacy and numeracy program.

A current focus is on writing and math programs.

In the past, Wonthaggi North students have had opportunities to tap into their imaginations and to create their own short stories, which have helped them to excel in all facets of literacy.

Whilst these subjects are highly valued at the school, Wonthaggi North students also love to explore subjects such as art, science, technology, music, humanities and physical education.

The school allows students to discover a passion for a variety of subjects through cross curricular activity days. Most recently, the Story time: Wonthaggi North Primary School students Kruz, students enjoyed NAIDOC Week Michaela and Jack enjoy independent reading as part of their activities, and are looking forward literacy program.

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Mirboo North Year 9s showcased those who want to investigate the TAFE pathway.

The evening is open to prospective students and families and all current enrolled students.

If you are unable to attend, call the college on 5667 9000 and make an appointment for a college tour.

A special community breakout This year the Year 9 Showcase program will be run for those stuProject was presented and will be dents going into Year 9 next year. talked about at the information Those going into years 10, 11 evening. This project started as an and 12 will be provided with inidea to try ‘something different’. formation to make the right deci“I wanted to apply some of sion with VCE, VCAL or VET, the latest educational research subject selection, pathways and that was coming out, which was programs. pointing to a preferred increase in Federation Training and AGA student autonomy, research skills, will be available on the night for

Open day eye opener WITH more than half of secondary students in South Gippsland choosing not to go on to tertiary study, a local trade alliance is ensuring students have exposure to alternate career pathways.

university education or full time employment.

“These open days for partnering schools give students a taste and expose them to a range of VET and TAFE careers they may not have thought to do,” he said.

“Students told me the open day was an eye opener. In par-

ticular they were very impressed with the facilities. We have industry standard facilities and equipment.

“Vocational training can help the students to stay in school, gain qualifications preparing them for apprenticeships and secure their futures.”

Hosted by the South Gippsland Trade Skills Alliance, the TAFE VET open day is a series of hands on information sessions for Year 9 students to give them a taste of what their education future may hold and prepare them for future subject electives.

As a partner in the alliance, Leongatha Secondary College students attended a recent open day, having the opportunity to learn about 15 different programs offered through Federation Training, Apprenticeship Groups Australia and Community College Gippsland.

Alliance project coordinator John Cargill said according to Future pathways: from left, Leongatha Secondary College research 60 percent of students Year 9 students Ella Bourke-Matthews, Jade McRae and leaving school did not go on to Bree-Anna Roy at a vocational training open day.

less kits, from 3D printing phone performance, from apps to webcases to footy training videos, sites to coffee shops.

Some weren’t perhaps as polfrom hip hop dance to musical

Challenging students to excel THE staff at Tarwin Lower Primary School believe higher-level thinking, communication and problem-solving skills, as well as knowledge of the world and its people, are the pathways to success.

The school provides a curriculum that challenges students to work harder as they investigate a wide range of real world subjects.

Dedicated teachers ensure classwork is differentiated for all students to ensure they are working at their next level. They provide students with stimulating intellectual challenges. Teachers have high expectations of all students and are active in supporting their learning.

The school is committed to helping students achieve in the core subjects of maths and literacy.

Students are taught life skills that prepare them for active engagement in their community, such as collaborating in groups with students from a range of grades, being creative and to have a growth mindset to continually improve.

Students are also taught to communicate effectively across multiple media and for various purposes, and to think critically to analyse, evaluate, and apply strategies to solve problems.

“At our school, we know yesterday’s rows of quiet listeners have given way to small groups of active learners, thoroughly engaged in discussions and explorations,” principal Jenni Cox said.

“The classroom walls have expanded, with technologies connecting students to the wider global community. Our students are learning to master new technologies andto learn to navigate online communities safely and responsibly.

“Looking ahead, we know in our fast-changing

world, more of the same knowledge and skills will not address the challenges of the future.”

Students have weekly information technology lessons. They have access to new tablets and are currently enjoying coding the mBots and thinking critically to solve problems.

Staff believe their role is to support parents and the community, not just the students at the school.

Therefore the school will hold a Cyber Safety Night through the Alannah and Madeline Foundation on Tuesday, August 21 at 6.30pm.

Everyone is welcome to learn the skills to support young people to be safe online.

Corner Inlet Learning Alliance comprises a dedicated group of 6 schools, Fish Creek and District Primary, Foster Primary, Tarwin Lower Primary, Tarwin Valley Primary, Toora Primary and Welshpool and District Primary.

These schools work together closely to ensure the best outcomes for our students, staff and communities. Our dedicated team of Principals and Teachers ensures that our students’ education is current, based on evidence and develops independent learners, equipped with the necessary tools to lead successful lives, now and into the future.

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Tarwin Lower Primary School is built on the values of kindness, co-operation, resilience and respect. Students are the centre of the school. Teachers know all the students as individuals. There is a strong emphasis on individualised instruction.

School tours welcome.

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Future focus: Jenna (left) and Angel code mBots at Tarwin Lower Primary School.

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problem solving ability and selfdetermination,” Year 9 teacher Bec Woodall said.

“Once the idea took hold, Mirboo North Secondary College applied for a Community Grant from the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation, and their application was successful.”

Year 9 teacher Clayton Cupples said allowing students to dictate their own curriculum didn’t make it easy for them.

“In fact, the realisation that pursuing their passions could be hard work was an uncomfortable revelation,” he said.

“When working with other people through negotiation, identifying skills they would require to succeed and learning them, pushing themselves to remain organised and on track with their self-developed timelines, overcoming obstacles and disappointment in order to stay true to their vision, resilience was required at times, as well as humility, patience, perseverance.”

But the results were not disappointing, perhaps not exactly as was planned or expected by the Expanding horizons: from left, Mirboo North Secondary students, but they were diverse, College students Gemma, Beau, Chloe and Matthew partici- passionate and interesting.

Students’ projects ranged from pated in the Year 9 Showcase Project. constructing pool tables to home-

A SENIOR School information evening will be held at Mirboo North Secondary College on Wednesday, August 8 from 6.40pm.

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Award winning pianist Movie backs school pool to perform at gala WONTHAGGI Primary School recently hosted a movie night to raise funds towards repairing the school’s pool that was vandalised.

WELL known young Wonthaggi pianist Josh Hooke left for Europe for a master class with eminent pianist Paul BaduraSkoda, and then travelled on to the Netherlands to perform in concerts.

This prize winning pianist will then return to Wonthaggi to perform at the Bass Coast Community Foundation Gala Evening on Friday, August 31 at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre.

Josh is an award winning classical pianist who studied at Wonthaggi Secondary College and he is now working on his PhD in music performance at Melbourne University.

The first of his many awards was a Performance Award from Bass Coast Community Foundation. Years of further study have seen this talented musician go on to win a number of prestigious music awards including the Premier’s Award for Music. He has performed at concerts in Melbourne and attended master classes in Australia and overseas.

Josh will be joined by other talented Bass Coast Community Foundation Performance Award recipients: Hannah McKittrick (vocals, jazz), Anthony Foon (trumpet) and Jake Amy (composer and classical and jazz keyboard).

Via video, the audience will also hear from dancers Lucy Hogan (currently studying with the Queensland Ballet) and Xavier Pellin who is dancing with the Louisville Ballet in the USA. The Bass Coast Community Foundation is proud to bring these talented performers back to Bass

Principal Wendy Bradley said, “We are aiming to get the pool back up and running in time for the warmer weather, so the start of term four hopefully.”

The 80s classic The Goonies was the highlight of the evening, causing many giggles amongst the 150 plus movie-goers.

Local businesses kindly donated prizes that made up a well worthwhile raffle competition that boosted overall fundraising. Kelly Maine won the first prize in the raffle - a trailer load of fire wood from Dowie Works.

The school would like to thank local businesses for their generosity and support.

Ms Bradley also thanked Bass MLA Brian Paynter for attending.

“It was a fun evening that will contribute just over $1000 to our

‘Tis the season of red wine, flannel jamies, open fires and lamb shanks. And counting down the days until spring.

It is also the time of year that the one-act play festival circuit fires up for another year.

Mr Newling said, “For those who have never attended a oneact play festival, it’s where theatre companies rehearse up a one-act play and bring it along to the festival location and perform it for the enjoyment of the locals and other companies.

“A one-act play, needless to say, is just a short play. Most run for between 15 and 45 minutes.

They’re generally purpose-written stand alone pieces, rather than a cut down version of a full-length play.

“For the actors, the best thing about putting a one-act play together for the season is that they get to spend weekends away in a variety of locations. “Already this winter festivals have been held in Macedon and Emerald with Mansfield, Anglesea and Foster in

fundraising efforts,” she said.

Mudda and Bass Coast Children’s The school’s major fundrais- Expo being held at the school in er for the year is the Kidz Mini October.

Entries closing for Leongatha show ENTRIES close this Friday for the Leongatha 42nd Annual Arts Prom Country, Art and Photography Show.

Artists are advised to make sure they get their entries in so they don’t miss out.

This year will be an outstanding event along with the Daffodil Festival and on Saturday, September 1, a special Street Market Festival with entertainment Musical extraordinaire: Wonthaggi pianist Josh Hooke and a car display. will perform at the Bass Coast Community Foundation Gala This year the judge is Clive Hutchison, who was Evening on Friday, August 31 at the Wonthaggi Union Com- also last year’s judge.

The featured artist this year is something special. munity Arts Centre.

Organisers, Leongatha Rotary Club, will display a number of previous winning paintings going back Coast, enriching the cultural life purchase tickets for the gala eve- from the 1980s, that will also for sale. This is a wonning visit the foundation’s web- derful collection not to be missed and this will be the of the local community.

For more information and to site: www.bccf.org.au. first time it has been displayed.

The raffle prize this year is a beautiful painting by Walter Magilton, titled Clear Day, Port Campbell, which won best in show in 1982.

To enter online go to www.leonartshow.com.au a full-length season at a theatre and click on the header ‘Entries’.

Show dates are Friday, August 31, Saturday, Sepcompany. tember 1, and Sunday, September 2.

“For local people, a one act play festival in the district provides locals and visitors with the opportunity to sample a huge variety of plays close to home and without spending fortune on either petrol or theatre tickets,” he said. THE screening of films at Inverloch and Mr Newling is the president of Williamstown Little Theatre and Fish Creek gave prominence to environoften performs as an actor or di- mental issues in Australia.

The showings, by Australian Conservation Founrector on Melbourne’s lively comdation Prom Area Climate Action, studied the Adani munity theatre scene.

He will be in Foster on the coal mine in Queensland and climate change.

The first showing at Inverloch was of two ‘stop weekend of August 25 and 26 as the adjudicator of the 18th South Adani’ films, called Guarding the Galilee and A Gippsland One Act Play Festi- Mighty Force.

The Adani company, one of the biggest in India val being hosted by FAMDA and • Peter Newling, president sponsored by the Toora and Foster with a questionable environmental track, plans to Community Bank Branch of Ben- build the biggest open cut coal mine in Australia in of Williamstown Little the Galilee Basin in Queensland. The mine includes digo Bank.

Theatre.

The Young Players Festival a railway to the port at Abbott Point and the export of August, and Seymour and Mt Wa- will kick off proceedings at 10am coal through the Great Barrier Reef. verley in September yet to come. Saturday, with performances from There has already been a coal spill at Abbott “They’re great places to visit Koonwarra Village School, Foster Point that damaged sea beds there. and the host theatre companies al- Primary School and Phillip Island The two films document the people power moveways turn on the hospitality. ment determined to stop the mine, which is the 21st Village School.

“Another great thing about The adult section will take century equivalent of the Australia wide outrage one act play festivals is that lots place over four sessions on Sat- about the proposal to dam the Franklin River in of companies enter locally writ- urday afternoon and evening, plus Tasmania. ten plays, so they develop the play Sunday morning and afternoon.

During the recent Queensland election, the buildthen get to put it on in front of an Several local entries will be ing of this mine, and a $1 million concessional loan audience. This is a great experi- of special interest as well as the from the Federal Government to subsidise it, was ence for budding playwrights.” chance to experience the talents a major election issue. The ALP said it would stop Mr Newling said the festi- of community theatre companies the loan, while the NLP said it would support it. The vals are great opportunities for from across the state.

ALP won the election. newer actors and directors to try The second film at Inverloch was Blue, a film There are more details via material without the pressure of www.famda.org.au about the effect on the oceans of industrial scale

One-act play festival to entertain PETER Newling associates winter with the smell of dust rising from re-engaged ducted heating systems as winter doonas and electric blankets pervade Melbourne.

Film fans: from left, Archie Moore, Kelly Maine, Kyrah Williams-Lamers, Caroline Moore, Stella Harrison, Wendy Bradley, Bass MLA Brian Paynter, Ollie Phillips and Andrea Phillips enjoyed Wonthaggi Primary School’s movie night recently.

Superb piece: artist Rhonda Gray won the Pat West Best Oil Painting with her work Envy at the 2017 Annual Arts Prom Country, Art and Photography Show.

Climate on show fishing, habitat destruction, climate change and pollution.

It included ways people can protect the oceans and was shown at film festivals in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and New Zealand.

About 30 people attended each showing, despite wintry conditions.

The film Living the Change was shown at Fish Creek Community Hall on Saturday.

It explored solutions to the global climate change crisis through inspiring stories of people pioneering change in their lives and communities so they can live in sustainable and regenerative ways.

The Australian Conservation Foundation local group, Prom Area Climate Action, is concentrated in the electorate of McMillan/Monash.

The group is part of a nationwide community working to make the next federal election the ‘climate change’ election.

To do this, group members are talking with people throughout the electorate about how the views of the candidates about climate change will influence their vote.

The group’s Jo Wainer said, “We have spoken with hundreds of people, at markets, fairs, community activities and festivals, and will keep doing this until the election. Overwhelmingly people want their MPs to ‘do something’ to stop climate change.

“We have more than 100 members and active among them are farmers, coal miners, small business people, doctors, teachers, cafe owners and artists.”

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A superb 16/18 unit herringbone dairy (year 2000) has stall gates, an 8000 litre vat, auto feed plus an undercover vet race/crush and drafting area.

With an excellent balance of Shedding consists of a large gently undulating and undulat- 18m x 12m machinery shed, hay/ ing country, two road frontages machinery shed with lock-up bay and quality improvements, this is and calf shedding. great opportunity to secure a highWater is a feature of the proply functioning farm of 272 acres in erty with numerous dams and winseven titles. ter creeks. The main dam has an The centrally positioned excellent catchment and provides dairy is accessed by an excellent all water to the dairy and most of laneway system to approximately the troughs along with a reliable 60, all tractorable, paddocks.

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The first home is an extremely well maintained three bedroom open plan kitchen/dining/living area overlooking magnificent rural views, with a two car carport plus a four bay lock-up shed.

The second home is an older three bedroom vinyl weatherboard home with kitchen/dining, separate lounge and garage.

This property is only five kilometres from Meeniyan and 15 to 20 minutes to Leongatha.

Dairy properties of this quality are extremely hard to find.

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Designed in two wings, the Follow the curve of the drive east wing consists of an extensive to the front door, and walk over six car garage, workshop and a the bridge, spotting the fish as you studio/teenagers’ retreat, clevpass by. erly connected by a cloister to the Step through the front entry to main dwelling which comprises the generous dimension of the liv- three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a ing areas. Notice the warm floor in study, separate lounge and a kitchthe winter and the cool rooms in en/dining/living area. the summer.

The master bedroom is comEnjoy breakfast in the casual plete with a large walk in robe eat-in kitchen with wonderful and a resort style ensuite. While views of the lake as the sunlight the remaining bedrooms, sitting plays in the fountain. room, bathroom can be closed off Pop out onto the north facing and used as a separate guest wing verandah for morning or afternoon tea with lunch or dinner at the long table.

On dusk, saunter over the lawn to the landing on the lake, for pre dinner drinks.

On a warm day, take a picnic to the shady glade at the northern end of the seven acre property.

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WATCH YOUR MOUTH AUGUST 2-12, 2018 Smiles 4 Miles across two shires DENTAL HEALTH WEEK

BASS Coast Health’s Smiles 4 Miles oral health promotion program is helping to spread the message of good oral hygiene to children and their families across the Bass Coast and South Gippsland Shires.

Children’s Centre is spreading the message of the importance of good oral health habits for the whole family by celebrating Dental Health Week with its children and their families.

The Australian Dental Association’s Dental Health Week campaign runs from August 6 to 12 and Smiles 4 Miles is aimed at kindergarten-aged is supported by Dental Health Services Victoria.

This year it focuses on ‘Watch Your Mouth’, a children and is designed to improve the oral health of children and their families by encouraging healthy theme that many families at Leongatha Children’s Centre live each day, centre manager Paula Holt eating, healthy drinking and good oral hygiene.

The Smiles 4 Miles program was developed by said.

“We are teaching our children and their families Dental Health Services Victoria and is implemented in partnership with Bass Coast Health throughout the the importance of oral health including brushing their teeth twice a day and visiting the dentist reguBass Coast and South Gippsland Shires.

Through the Smiles 4 Miles program, Leongatha larly before a problem occurs,” she said.

Bass Coast Health has recently developed an electronic referral system to improve the community’s access to the dental service.

This self-referral system can be accessed 24

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Clean your teeth systematically, starting at the back of your mouth with the toothbrush bristle at the gum line on a 45° angle, brushing gently in a circular motion. If you scrub too hard from side to side, you can run the risk of causing your gums to recede, as well as damaging the tooth enamel.

You should take care to brush carefully along the inner, outer and chewing surfaces, making sure you tip the toothbrush so you can reach the inner front areas of the teeth.

Brushing your tongue reduces the bacteria in your mouth and helps your breath stay fresh. Just push the bristles on the tongue and scrape gently forward.

When you have finished brushing, try to spit out the toothpaste and don’t rinse with water. Leaving some toothpaste on your teeth gives your teeth extra ongoing protection.

Too much pressure when cleaning can damage your gums and tooth enamel.

If the bristles are wearing out on your toothbrushes before the three-month mark, you’re pressing too hard and you should ask your dentist to show you a less damaging technique.

It’s also a good idea to replace your brush, whether manual or powered, when either the bristles start to spread apart, or every three months, whichever comes first.

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New citizens welcomed FIFTEEN new citizens were welcomed to Bass Coast at a citizenship ceremony held on Tuesday, July 24.

The citizens hailed from Cambodia, Thailand, Scotland, England, Sri Lanka, India, and the USA. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent and mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield attended the ceremony.

New home: back, from left, Solita Chhoeungsan, Mobin Jose, Bootsarin Saengsri, Roshen Wijayagunaratne, Elizabeth Stevens, Lorraine Simpson, Lowela Bird and Kathryn Chalkley, and front, from left, Vincent Lou, Chandara Lou, Attharin Mankhong, Jane Manners, John Manners and Caroline Moore became Bass Coast citizens on July 24. They are pictured with McMillan MP Russell Broadbent (back, far left) and mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield (front, centre).

AT the recent meeting, we welcomed two new replacements onto the Round Table: Van Bui is replacing Helena Kearns as the representative from St Joseph’s Primary, and Stuart Carson, from the executive team at Burra Foods, is replacing Glenn Falcke, who is retiring.

They will both be fantastic reps on the ‘table’ and we’re excited to have them on board.

Our meeting had a slightly different format this time around, as the Southern Rail Preservation Group requested an audience with the round table.

We were more than happy to hear about their aim to bring back rail to the region, and we were eager for the opportunity to question them thoroughly.

There isn’t the space here to elaborate on all that

Overseas aid: from left, firefighters David Miralles of Bairnsdale, Chris Odd from Orbost and Matt Green of Foster will be heading to the United States to help battle bushfires.

went on in the meeting, but we feel satisfied with what we learnt, and Southern Rail seemed to think they were given a fair hearing. Watch this space!

On other matters, it was great to hear new Korumburra Secondary College principal Vaya Dauphin is settling in well.

Our secondary college representative, Sasha Boys, will be meeting with Vaya prior to each KRT meeting so we have a continual flow of information between KSC and our round table.

And of course, we were thrilled to discuss the opening of the fabulous Borough Department Store in our main street, and are counting down to the opening of the Burra Brewery on August 11. What a great time to be living in Korumburra.

Until next month, Pee-Wee Lewis. president.

Milpara Community House news

emergency. This certificate has a three-year workplace accreditation if CPR is updated annually.

A new session Introduction to Bee Keeping is on Tuesday, August 21. This session will answer any questions regarding setting yourself up with a hive of bees.

She even reflected that when going to the swimIt will include information on the bees, hardware ming pool the nice attendee was using a computer. and safety equipment, the approximate cost and For some people computers can be intimidating and where to get it all from, where to position your hives MATT Green of Foster is among three Stephenson said, “Our staff have a wealth of confusing, but by avoiding them you can miss many and how much time is involved in bee keeping. opportunities, including employment.

For more information or to make a booking call Gippsland firefighters helping to respond knowledge and expertise in responding to and fantastic Milpara offers a variety of computer courses Milpara on 5655 2524. managing bushfires at home and overseas. to the devastating fires raging along “The international exchange of personnel and starting at the basics. We offer Introduction to Comthe west coast of the United States of their knowledge and skills is something we’ve puters, Introduction to Computers Beyond Basics, America. been involved with for many years with the US, Office Essentials and also Kick start your career in digital marketing. We are taking names for all of the The Forest Fire Management Victoria staff Canada and New Zealand. will join crews from other Victorian agencies and “These three Gippsland fire staff will add their computer classes.

Our first aid training day is coming up on Satacross Australia and New Zealand to help tackle expertise to the international contingent heading urday, August 18. Learn or refresh your skills and these fires. out to provide much needed support to local crews knowledge required to respond to breathing and carDavid Miralles, based in Bairnsdale and Matt battling fires which have already killed eight diac emergencies and learn to perform CPR in the Green from Foster will be working as sector people and destroyed more than 1000 homes and morning CPR session. commanders, while Chris Odd from Orbost will businesses.

We will also have the day long Apply First Aid be a safety officer.

“I’m proud they have taken up this challenge, Level 2 where you learn what to do in a medical

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LAST week I had an interesting chat with women about how ingrained computers are nowadays and involved with many jobs.

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Gippsland assistant chief fire officer Chris wish them luck and urge them to stay safe.”

Landcare groups win SOUTH Gippsland Landcare groups have shared in nearly $2 million in state funding.

Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said, “We’re supporting our local volunteers with these grants so they can continue caring for our wonderful natural environment here in Gippsland.”

Arawata Landcare Group secured $18,686 for the Building Biota within Arawata Biomes Project.

The group has strived to restore a largely denuded landscape over 30 years. This project seeks to build on past work by combining weed control and revegetation activities aimed at enhancing four significant revegetation sites, and protecting a significant bushland reserve from two highly infectious weeds.

Kongwak Hills Landcare Group received $19,968 for the Connecting Kongwak Communities project to establish 5500 indigenous plants and enhance 3.48ha of damp forest.

The project will create biolinks for wildlife and encourage growth of indigenous plants, linking with plantings and original remnants to provide habitat for the Southern Toadlet, Brown Quail and Giant

Gippsland Earthworm.

Weed control includes removal of blackberry and wallaby guards will be established to ensure the survival of the trees.

Korumburra Landcare Group will get $20,000 for the Repairing Riparian Zones on Foster Creek and Powlett River through Community Action Project.

This will establish 7000 indigenous plants in the Foster Creek and Powlett River catchments at two riparian sites on private land.

The project will involve fencing off two sections of creekline/gullies open to stock, causing significant erosion, followed by riparian revegetation.

Friends of Turtons Creek received $5080 to undertake the Turtons Creek Citizen Science water quality survey.

Turtons Creek forms the headwaters of Tarwin River East Branch, thus providing drinking water to Dumbalk and Meeniyan.

The creek is impacted by logging, agricultural land-use, camping and trail-bike riding, and is home to several threatened species of crayfish and areas of remnant damp forest.

Three Creeks Landcare Group near Dalyston secured $20,000 for the Riparian Revegetation Creating Habitat for Threatened Species Project.

This will establish 6300 indigenous plants in the Powlett Rover catchment at four large riparian and gully-sites 5.2ha on private land.

The project will involve fencing off sites open to stock, causing significant erosion, and weed control followed by revegetation.

Weed control will also be done in an 18.5ha patch of remnant vegetation planted by the Archies Creek Landcare group in the 1990s led by Paul Speirs.

Local groups to receive $500 support grants were: Bass Valley Landcare Group, Bass Coast Landcare Network, Triholm Landcare Group, Phillip Island Landcare Group, French Island Landcare Group, Phillip Island Conservation Society, Mt Lyall Landcare Group, Corner Inlet Landcare Group, Tarwin Landcare Group, Allambee Community Landcare Group, Anderson Inlet Landcare Group, Mardan/Mirboo North Landcare Group, Wonthaggi Urban Landcare Group, Wonyip Landcare Group, Foster North Landcare subgroup of South Gippsland Landcare Network and Agnes River Landcare.

JACK Edward McFee was born at Bass Coast Health on July 16 to Sky and Andy McFee of Rhyll. He is a brother for Matilda, 22 months.

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2018 SOUTH GIPPSLAND WEDDING SHOWCASE SUNDAY AUGUST 12

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It is set to be held at the Inverloch RACV Resort on Sunday, August 12, and entry is free.

Around 25 wedding suppliers offering a range of services will be available on the day.

Mr Harrison recently moved to Inverloch and has been a wedding photographer for the last 20 years.

He is well known for his unique photographic style and his ability to capture genuine emotions.

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He is an award winning Melbourne photographer and has now done a number of weddings locally.

Mr Harrison is looking ahead with businesses such as his to provide a one stop shop for couples planning their weddings.

“There needs to be a place people can go locally to find wedding suppliers,” he said.

“There are a lot of people in this area who know their stuff, and I'm looking forward to working with and meeting new people.”

Among the wedding suppliers to be featured in the showcase are Panthers Mensland, Lisa-Anne Prendergast and Main Memories Videography.

Based locally in both Leongatha and Wonthaggi, Panthers Mensland has

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When shopping at Panthers Mensland, grooms, groomsmen and guests are offered expert advice, an extensive product range and quality brands.

These suits fit the budget and hit the mark for style.

For a wedding ceremony that is light, personal and truly memorable, LisaAnne Prendergast is the perfect celebrant.

Based on Phillip Island, Ms Prendergast is dedicated to providing impeccable service, and strives to establish a trusting relationship with the couple to ensure the ceremony is a true celebration of their lives together.

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Main Memories Videography. is happy to travel to a range of locations to ensure every second of the celebration is treasured.

As well as the showcase, Mr Harrison has launched a website to promote wedding suppliers.

From bridal couture, cakes, dance schools, florists, hair and beauty, and jewellery, to celebrants, invitations, photography, suits, music and venues, the website has it all. Check out southgippslandweddings.com.au and take the first steps to planning your dream day.

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Islanders strive for renewable future Isonthen led the workshops through the “world café” process to elicit a wide range of ideas.

They included acknowledging what’s already underway, plus new possibilities including EV shuttle Volunteers and representatives of businesses, buses, better waste management, a solar farm, virPhillip Island Nature Park, Westernport Water and tual solar networks and re-connecting the Newhaven the National Vietnam Veteran’s Museum, Alternative tidal generator.

Technology Association and Grow Lightly joined Events proposed include electric vehicle Formula together at Phillip Island Community and Learning Zero races at the racetrack and a clean local food fesCentre in Cowes. tival. A follow-up report providing details of ideas to The ideas flowed easily. The enthusiasm was be worked on, and a framework to support them, will clear. The food was fabulous, and was identified as be issued within two weeks. an important part of bringing people together in the “If we don’t know where we are going, chances future. are we’ll end up somewhere else,” Phil Dressing Bass Coast Shire mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield from the National Vietnam Veterans Museum said. opened the Friday forum with a welcome demonstraFarmer Anne Davie said, “This process provides tion of Bass Coast Shire Council’s support for coman amazing opportunity for Phillip Islanders to come Goal in sight: participants in the Totally Renewable Phillip Island workshop held recently. munity renewable energy initiatives. together” she said, thanking Moragh Mackay for her Council will provide the Energy Innovation CoIsland Councillor Michael Whelan provided fur- $5000 grant which funded the early delivery of the leadership. operative with a $5000 grant towards five energy ther input and representation for the shire across the planning session and its follow-up, providing a brief Those not already on the contact list and wishing efficiency/solar feasibility assessments, to be com- full three sessions of the gathering. history of the ETU’s long-time support for renewable to receive the report are invited to leave their details pleted on community buildings or local business at the PICAL office or with the Energy Innovation Energy Innovation Co-op board member Graeme energy, industry training and communities. premises.

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Farming Insight

Happy cows: Carol Bennett from Buffalo was selling her bucket reared steers at the Price watch: Kerry Worthy from Korumburra was at the Leongatha VLE store sale last Leongatha VLE store sale last Thursday, and was there to give them a treat of bread before Thursday, to check out the market and keep an eye on the prices. Ms Worthy said she had cattle to sell in the next few weeks. the sale.

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Bull prices defy the trend THERE were approximately 1000 export and 115 young cattle penned representing a decrease of 500 head week on week.

The usual buying group was present but not all operating fully in a cheaper market.

Quality was fairly limited with few young cattle suited to the trade and many of the limited selection of grown steers lacking finish while cows represented half of the sale.

The handful of trade cattle sold up to 20c/kg cheaper with quality an issue. Grown steers and bullocks eased 12c to 15c/kg.

Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers slipped 18c while the crossbred portion eased 7c/kg. Cows were mostly 5c to 15c cheaper and more on some sales. Heavy weight bulls sold firm.

Vealers reached a top of 330c with most selling from 240c to 310c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade made between 257c and 290c/kg.

Grown steers sold between 280c and 307c/ kg. Bullocks made from 295c to 304c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 220c to 254c with the crossbred portion from 235c to 294c/kg.

Most light and medium weight cows made between 136c and 190c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly between 178c and 243c/kg. Heavy bulls made from 220c to 254c/kg.

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Dairy farmers on notice over stormwater contamination DAIRY farmers who allow dairy effluent to flow into stormwater drains and contaminate waterways have been put on notice by the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) following the sixth such fine in Gippsland in the past year.

EPA Gippsland manager Stephen Lansdell said it was disappointing that experienced farmers were continuing to do the wrong thing, with more than 50 percent of dairy farms inspected last financial year receiving a Pollution Abatement Notice to address risks and impacts from effluent management systems.

Following reports from members of the public, a Neerim Junction farm was issued a pollution abatement notice to install an effluent containment system by January 2019 and

fined $1903.

Mr Lansdell said in the meantime, the property had been issued a minor works pollution abatement notice to stop dairy effluent from polluting land or entering surface waters and had immediately taken measures to prevent runoff from a broken trafficable solids sump pump.

“Effluent in our waterways reduces the water quality and disrupts the natural nutrient balance, which can lead to excessive algae and a reduction of fish stocks. It also has the potential to transfer disease, which is why EPA takes it so seriously,” he said.

“There is a lot of information available for dairy farmers and EPA has also recently released a suite of documents to help businesses to the right thing.

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Farming Insight Snake Island hunting success questioned THE two year balloted hog deer hunting trial on Snake Island ended recently and was branded successful by Parks Victoria despite some concerns from stakeholders.

Managed by the Game Management Authority (GMA) and Parks Victoria, a report will now be prepared to inform the future of hunting on the island.

When proposed, the trial came up against strong opposition from community members and tourism operators, mainly concerned about safety.

Parks Victoria district manager South Gippsland Andrew Davies said the trial provided an opportunity for safe and controlled recreational hunting in South Gippsland and to coexist with land users and visitors to the island.

“Parks Victoria and Game Management Authority have reported a strong collaborative approach between key stakeholders such as the Australian Deer Association and Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association since the start of the

trial,” he said.

“This has ensured a joint understanding of each user’s requirements on the island.

“In the two year trial there were no reports of safety incidents or breaches, with most hunters having a successful outcome.”

Cattlemen’s association president Peter Mabilia said he attended a stakeholder meeting recently.

Mr Mabilia said from the associations’ point of view, there were a few problems encountered during the two year trial.

“We discussed our concerns about safety, in particular instances where shooters appeared to have experienced difficulty determining exclusion zone boundaries,” he said.

“Rubbish and equipment, such as ladders against trees and buggies used to transport supplies had been left behind, despite a carry on, carry off agreement.

“Two years ago, the GMA advised our association hunting on the island would be highly regulated, however this does not appear to be the case.”

Mr Mabilia said since the trial had started, there had been a significant reduction in the number of hog deer seen on the island.

“A highlight for tourists and our members is seeing hog deer in the wild,” he said.

Mr Mabilia said the trial has had a significant impact on bush walkers and kayakers who were no longer visiting the island due to safety concerns.

“It was also suggested that balloted shooting on the island would restrict poaching, which doesn’t appear to be the case,” he said.

“GMA estimated poachers are taking as many deer as the balloted shooters each year.”

Mr Mabilia said according to GMA’s figures, that could mean around 80 stags were being shot illegally every year.

“This figure could well be a conservative estimate,” he said.

The cattlemen’s association has questioned the sustainability of hunting on Snake Island. Two years ago, the estimated number of hog deer on the island was 500.

“Our association would like to see an independent study of hog deer numbers prior to any decision being made about the future hunting of hog deer on the island,” Mr Mabilia said.

Fonterra reveals new tankers, jobs BELIEVE or not, but 37,000 litres is enough to fill 148,000 glasses of milk.

That’s how much milk one of Fonterra’s new Truck and Dog tankers can hold.

The new state of the art milk tanker is transforming farm milk collection for Fonterra Australia, creating new jobs, improving efficiency from farm to factory, and reducing the number of trucks on country roads.

A jump in the amount of milk Fonterra collects means more people and bigger trucks are needed to handle the growth.

The first of 14 new tankers collectively capable of holding over 500,000 litres of milk have begun hitting the road, replacing older and smaller milk tankers and improving the efficiency of farm milk collection, while 26 new drivers have come on board across Fonterra’s four regions, boosting local jobs at Darnum, Cobden, Tongala, and Wynyard.

Fonterra general manager of logistics and distribution Justin Ryan said the fleet upgrade includes two new types of tanker: a 26 metre tanker capable of carrying 43,000 litres, or 26 percent more milk than the previous tankers, and the Truck and Dog tanker – a truck and trailer that can carry 27 percent more milk than the tankers it replaces.

Both trucks have a smaller turning circle than other truck and trailer units, meaning they can access even more farms and local roads.

“We’ve also created 26 new jobs in the farm milk collection team, based at our regional depots.

The new drivers boost our existing team of drivers and ensure we’re providing a consistently high level of service to our farmers during the seasonal peak,” Mr Ryan said.

“We’ve had more than 20 percent growth in the volume of milk we collect over the past 18 months, and our new drivers and the upgraded fleet have been crucial to supporting that growth.”

Hog deer: the cattlemen’s association has questioned the sustainability of hunting on Snake Island.

CFA welcomes recruits MEENIYAN and Stony Creek Rural Fire perwork on the night in order to commence their Brigade held its new member informa- basic skills training. the brigade is excited by the prostion night on August 1 at the fire station. pectAlthough of these new members, there is still room for The information night was the culmination of an awareness campaign that focussed on recruiting new members for the senior and junior development brigades.

The evening welcomed 10 members of the public who indicated their willingness to sign-on as firefighters.

Current members were present to welcome attendees and discuss their experiences within the service.

Many aspects of CFA membership were discussed, including firefighting equipment, structure of the organisation, personal experiences, types of jobs attended, interagency cooperation, and the equipment and training supplied at no cost to members.

A light supper was enjoyed after the formalities concluded.

Men and women, retirees, students and wage earners all attended to learn how they can assist their community.

The recruitment campaign included advertising, social media, mail drop, posters and canvassing door to door throughout the townships of Meeniyan and Stony Creek throughout July.

The new recruits started the administrative pa-

further new members to join this positive organisation making a difference in the community.

Across South Gippsland, all brigades welcome new participants.

Op shop sold WONTHAGGI’S Rose Lodge Op Shop was successfully sold at auction on Friday.

After two bids, the property was sold for $400,000 under the hammer.

“It was a good price and we were happy with the result,” LJ Hooker’s Brett Tessari said.

“It was an exciting day with a good gathering of people.”

Located in McBride Avenue, the commercial property is right in the centre of town.

It is a high-profile location in the central business district and the foot traffic by it is constant.

It is not yet known what the property will transform into.

Brown’s your new and exclusive Dealer Local pickup: one of Fonterra’s Gippsland drivers, Jeff Goss, is impressed with the new tankers the company has introduced.

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Close Date 24/08/2018 Contact Details Josh Hall josh@leongathagolf.com.au Company Name: Leongatha Golf Club Role: Cook Position Type: Part Time/Casual Description Leongatha Golf Club is the highest ranked course in Gippsland. The club is located halfway between Inverloch and Leongatha and a 100-minute drive from Melbourne. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill the position of Cook to join our Clubhouse Service Team.

The successful applicant will have experience working in a commercial kitchen, a strong work ethic and good leadership skills. The applicant will also need to show they possess: • A current Food Handling Certificate.

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Desired skills/qualifications: Certificate I in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) or higher.

Employment is on a casual basis. The position offered is for approximately 15 hours per week over 4 days with extra hours available for function work. Some weekend work will be required.

Leongatha Golf Club employees work under the Registered & Licensed Clubs Award.

To apply for the position please forward current resumé and letter of application to: Josh Hall General Manager josh@leongathagolf.com.au

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On fire: aerial coach and fire twirling circus performer Dana Irving’s fitness career took a different turn.

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Dana in a spin A CAREER in the fitness industry has lead to a unique path for aerial coach Dana Irving who spends most of her time at dizzying heights or playing with fire.

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incredible people and I always love working with my students.

“I’ve been lucky enough to help create and work around Melbourne from music festivals to L’Oréal Fashion Show runways.”

Ms Irving has a range of qualifications in the fitness and circus industry and mainly teaches private classes to students because oneon-one teaching was more beneficial to students.

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Ms Irving said aerials keep her extra fit but in winter she said it did get a little harder to climb silk because of the cold.

“If you love helping people achieve things they never thought possible then the aerial world is for you. There is something for everyone,” she said.

“To be an aerial coach you must be willing to continually learn and train.”

Sales Assistant / Nursery Hand Melaleuca Nursery is seeking a part time / casual staff member 2 – 3 days per week for our retail / wholesale Native Nursery in Pearsalls Road, Inverloch.

Duties will include: • Customer Service and advice • Stock Management, including monthly stocktake, pruning and weeding • Other physical and/or administrative tasks as required.

Our ideal candidate will be horticulture qualified and have at least 3 years’ experience working within a retail nursery setting. Some experience in a wholesale nursery and with computer accounts software, as well as a knowledge of Australian Native Plants, will be an advantage.

Occasional Saturday work may be required.

Applications close 18 August 2018.

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Targeted Care Packages have been established to enable the transition of eligible children and young people from residential care to more appropriate care arrangements where their needs will be better met.

We are seeking an experienced Case Manager to attain better outcomes for children and young people by having a creative, flexible and therapeutic focus.

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situations vacant CASUAL weekend relief milker required, 5 mins from Leongatha. Some week days possible.

Herringbone, 200 cows.

Ph: 0419-093783.

RELIEF MILKER LEONGATHA 3-4 milkings per week 140 cows 20 unit herringbone, cup removers Must be reliable Ph: 0418 531 601

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for sale TRACTOR 8880 Landini cabin tractor with FEL. Good condition. Ph: 0401-671870.

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MONDAY 20th August 2018 RSL Dining Room 10.30am start Followed by a 2 course lunch All welcome RSVP 5662 2111 by August 10 or email ATT: Shirley cab@dcsi.net.au Cost $25

for lease WORKSHOP FOR LEASE KORUMBURRA

120m2, 3 rollerdoors, large hard stand and wash bay.

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WHEELCHAIR accessible Holden Combo Van, $14,000 (QOA640); Parmaker golf buggy with new battery, $150.

Ph: 0488-738128 YACHT sails from 33ft boat, Main, Genoa, Yankee, multipurpose sail and storm jib.

Bargain $700 the lot.

Paul 0439-396138.

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

from $199

Professional repairs and services to all makes of chainsaws.

We also have a large range of secondhand chainsaws available.

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for sale CAR TRAILER, steel body. Ring 5662-2129 after 5pm.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408980-711, A/H 56625175.

HAY - 20 non shedded round bales, $70 each, current harvest. 0427689261.

HAY, small squares, new season’s, shedded, no weeds, $10 each.

Can deliver, conditions apply. Mardan 56641320, 0428-999691.

SCOOTER, Shoprider, GC, with battery charger.

Needs new battery, $500. Pick up only. Ph: 5663-5366.

Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, LEONGATHA Ph: 5662 2028 L.M.C.T. 2714

livestock BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

LAYER PULLETS Commercial crossbreds Vaccinated Duncan's Chickens (previously B.L. Poultry)

12wk (Black X, Red X, White X) $17.50 14wk (ISA Brown) 18.50 18wk (ISA Brown) $20.00 Wednesday 15th August - 11am Leongatha Elders

5662 3523 to order

BAG A BARGAIN

SCHOOL SHOES. Junior boys size 11, 12 & 13. Roc black leather. $30. Ph. 0418 591 195.

CARAVAN MATTRESS. Queen. Inner spring. Good condition. $5. Wonthaggi pickup. Ph. 5672 2145 after 4pm.

SCHOOL UNIFORM. Junior boys sizes 4, 5 & 6.

Grey winter pants x3. $30. Ph. 0418 591 195.

DOG KENNEL. For large dog. With bedding.

1060x800h. $20. Ph. 0409 179 011.

HEDGE TRIMMER. Electric good condition. $40. Ph. 0409 179 011.

FILING CABINET. 4 drawers. Good condition. $50.

Ph. 5668 8271. No calls on Saturday.

KAMBROOK DEEP FRYER. Stainless steel. with booklet. 1kg basket capacity. $25. Ph. 0429 635 244.

SUNBEAM BREAD MAKER. With book. $45. ph.

0429 635 244.

SCISSOR JACK. $25. Ph. 5662 3556.

RED CHIMNEY BRICKS. Over 200. $45 the lot. Ph. 0439 552 022.

CRADLE SWING. Wooden. As new. Plus baby mattress and baby bath. $30 the lot. Ph. 0439 552 022.

BABY GYM. Playgro Super safari 3 in 1. Excellent condition. $15. Ph. 0408 344 470.

NIGHT/DAY BED. 3 seater. Faux leather with cover. $20. Ph. 0427 444 601.

TUB CHAIR. Brown leather. Excellent condition. $30. Ph. 0427 444 601.

DINNER SET. 50 piece. $35. Ph. 0458 357 962.

VENETIAN BLINDS. Timber. x2. 150x120cm drop. $20 each. Ph. 0407 444 051.

TABLE. Wooden, round with carved legs.4 chair included. $50. Ph. 0488 105 451.

OUTDOOR TABLE. Glass. With 6 chairs. $50. Ph. 0488 105 451.

ROCKING CHAIR. Mahogany with velvet cover. $35. Ph. 5658 1781.

TABLE TENNIS TABLE WITH NET. Pick up only. $35. Ph. 0402 246 765.

FENCING WIRE CHAIN LOCK. 20m roll. New. $50.

Ph. 0490 343 512.

FOLD OUT SOFA COUCH. $50. Ph. 5689 1288.

DINING TABLE. Indoor/outdoor. 6 seater. Metal glass top. Ph. 5662 2936 after 5pm. $5.

FROZEN DESSERT MAKER. Sunbeam slice and ice food slicer. Excellent condition. $50 ono. Ph. 0434 336 781.

DOUBLE BED BASE & MATTRESS. Pick up only from Leongatha. $10. Ph. 0409 625 232.

FOOD SLICER & FROZEN DESSERT MAKER. Sunbeam. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0434 336 781.

CHEST OF DRAWERS. White. 120x65cm. 47cm deep. 6 drawers. Very good condition. $50. Phone.

5662 3556.

UTE SIDE BOX. 600x600x1800 gal. Lockable. Suit plumber or chippy. $50. Ph. 0428 517 733 WELDING ELECTRODES. Austrarc 3.2. 5kg pack.

Unopened. $25. Ph. 5662 3336.

PENDANT LIGHT. Lead light. 8 sides. Excellent condition. $50 ono. Leongatha. Ph. 0498 245 759.

PANTS. Sharkskin chill proof long pants. women size 14. excellent condition. Suitable for SUP & kayak. $50. Ph. 0498 245 759.

CAR DASH MAT. For Hyundai Accent. Excellent condition. $40. Ph. 0428 147 614.

SINGLE BED & MATTRESS. $30. ph. 0407 302 757.

agistment

bereavement thanks

LEASE LAND wanted, Wonthaggi to Thorpdale for dairy heifers. Contact Gavin 0428-246966.

McIVOR Donna (Chic).

Aaron, Emily, Gemma and families would like to thank everyone for their flowers, cards and many phone calls received after the sad loss of Donna.

used vehicles 1996 Commodore VS, Series II. Auto, new tyres, fuel pump, etc, 276,000km, RWC, rego OHV349, $3,600 ONO. Ph: 0457-216255.

wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

WANTED old bottles.

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Special thanks to Dr Ford, Dr Perry, the nursing staff and the Leongatha hospital, which we all very much appreciated.

in memoriam MARSHMAN - Isabel.

My beautiful mum, you gave me so much love and so many loving memories. I was truly blessed to have you as my mum.

Love and miss you every day.

Thel and family. xxx

deaths RUTJENS - Tony.

13.3.1961 - 31.7.2018 Loved husband of Karyn, father of Jessica and Shaun. Friend to Leigh and Trudi.

Grandfather to Riley, Aiden and Alisha.

Son of Peter (dec) and Helena (dec).

Brother of Femmy, Hans, Annie, Nic, Peter, Johnny, Gerard, Willy (dec), Liz, Leny, Robert, Andrew, and their families.

Rest in peace.

SYDENHAM - Suzan Nancy.

Daughter of John Sydenham and Jill Christopherson (both dec).

Loved sister of Kathy, Phillip and Barb.

Loved mother of Brooke, Rebecca and Adam.

Adored Nanna Soupy to Chloe, Charlotte, Oliver and Elliott.

Jo Fennell

WALTON - June.

19.6.1932 - 26.7.2018 Rest in peace.

johanne4@bigpond.com

Love Jodie and Brent.

0437 465 399

Disappointed: an unknown offender has slashed one of the school’s Vuli trampolines.

Trampoline slashed BASS Coast Specialist School in Wonthaggi is disappointed someone has slashed one of its Vuli Thunder trampolines.

The damage occurred overnight on Friday, July 27 at 10pm.

Security vision has been given to police in the hope of finding the offender.

Business manager Chrissy Burns was disappointed that one trampoline can now not be used by the students.

“We are quite happy for outsiders to come and use our trampolines after school hours or on weekends but ask that everyone respect the equipment,” Mrs Burns said.

“It’s really quite sad this can happen when the facility is for the students and the community.”

Storage levels remain steady RAINFALL recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from July 28 to August 3 was Lance Creek 42mm, Ruby Creek 37mm, Coalition Creek 39mm, Deep Creek35mm, Little Bass 24mm and Battery Creek 41mm.

Total rainfall recorded for the month of July 2018 was Lance Creek 150mm, Ruby Creek 117mm, Coalition Creek 84mm, Deep Creek 102mm, Little Bass 88mm and Battery Creek 110mm.

South Gippsland Water’s managing director, Philippe du Plessis said, “Good rainfall and run-off over recent weeks has seen storage levels in all of our supply systems remain steady between 75-100 percent capacity,” Mr du Plessis said.

“The Ruby Creek system, which supplies Leongatha and surrounds, has taken longer to recover than our other systems. We have been monitoring it closely and are encouraged that last week’s rainfall has brought it up to 75 percent capacity.”

Equally encouraging is progress on the Lance Creek Water Connection project that will secure water supply to Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora from the Lance Creek Water Treatment Plant.

“The laying of pipe for the project is 100 percent complete and the construction of pump stations and other infrastructure is moving along quickly,” confirmed Mr du Plessis.

“The pipeline will supply water from the Lance Creek Water Treatment Plant which will draw from the Lance Creek Reservoir and has connections to the Melbourne Water Supply System.”

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Daffodil festival almost here

By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas LEONGATHA is gearing up for its 62nd Daffodil and Floral Show.

The weather has been kind this year, and the Leongatha Historical Society is anticipating a beautiful display in Memorial Hall.

The show is set to open on August 31, and close on September 2.

McMillan MP Russell Broadbent will officially open the show at 2pm on the Friday.

Exhibitors are welcome to enter on the day, as long as their plants are there during the morning for judging.

It’s not just about daffodils; an array of stunning flowers, tree, shrubs, natives and pot plants can be judged.

This year, the society has a specialist judge coming along to judge the camellias; Shirley Shallcross from East Melbourne.

Yvonne Tracey from the NSW/ACT Daffodil Society will also be a specialist judge on the day.

Leongatha Horticultural Society’s Sue Thompson said local children are also excited about the upcoming show and are looking forward to being involved.

“We went up to the (Leongatha Primary) school and planted broad beans with the Grade Ones and daffodils with the Grade Twos. They are all on track and everyone is very excited,” she said.

Ms Thompson said lovers of the Daffodil and Floral Show can also expect many regular exhibitors back again this year.

“We are just hoping for good weather leading up to the show; it makes all the difference,” she said.

Leongatha Chamber of Commerce president Brenton Williams will be at the opening of the Daffodil and Floral Show to announce the winner of the window design competition.

The theme will once again be related to flowers and dairy, but this year will be judged by Nicole Gibson.

Ms Gibson is a teacher of floristry and an award winning exhibitor in the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show.

There will be plenty of excitement happening in the streets of Leongatha on Saturday, September 1.

The Chamber of Commerce is hosting its second street event in Bair Street.

This event will run from 9am until 3pm.

This year, there will be 60 stalls to discover and extra activities for the children.

On top of the fun activities from last year including face painting and the Barn Buddies petting zoo, there will be a bucking bull, a climbing wall and miniature golf.

A magician will be performing half hour shows in one of the vacant shops in Bair Street, and live music will play in Lyon Street.

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Dancers will return this year, and baton twirlers will also give a performance.

Leongatha’s SES will give a live demonstration.

The Leongatha Rotary Club will also be holding its 42nd art show.

Preparations: Leongatha Horticultural Society’s Sue Thompson is looking forward to the 62nd Leongatha Daffodil and Floral Show.

Other events happening around town will include Autobarn’s car display in Michael Place, which will raise funds for beyondblue.

The South Gippsland Brass Band will be in the courthouse running a come and try day, allowing prospective members to try out some instruments.

At St Peters’ Church, the Ladies’ Guild will have its display Flowers in Praise: Preserve for Life, and a used

book sale will be held by Friends of the Library.

In the former Great Southern Outdoors building, the South Gippsland Gemstones and Lapidary Club will have its display.

A Lego competition will also be held for the first time in this building.

The ‘make your own creation’ competition will open on the same day as the floral show.

At the Uniting Church, the Ladies’ Guild will hold its 31st needlework embroidery display called Flora and Fauna with a Difference.

In the Woolworths’ car park, the Gippsland Historical Automobile Club will be celebrating its 50th anniversary with the South Gippsland branch’s16th car show.

Don’t miss out on a massive few days in Leongatha.

Teens enjoy real world education WHEN you think about Italy, France and Belgium, usually the first things that come to mind are: Colosseum, Eiffel Tower and chocolate (and great food, of course).

Twenty Newhaven College senior students ticked all of these boxes and more on their recent European Art and History tour.

The bi-annual tour aims to immerse students in the history and culture of Europe, from Ancient Roman ruins, to the masters of the Baroque and Rennaisance.

Significant highlights included the Vatican, the Pitti Palaca, and seeing masterpieces such as Michaelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s Birth of Venus.

Memorable moments included seeing a gladiator propose to his special lady at the Colosseum, listening to a band

playing Bohemian Rhapsody whilst eating Belgian Waffles in Ypres, taking in the view from the Eiffel Tower and marvelling at the Catacombs in Paris.

Even more impactful than the destinations are the emotions that are experienced when confronted with the reality of what is in front of you.

The Memorials at Tyne Cot and the Menin Gate elicited such emotions when students investigated the contribution of Australians on the Western Front.

They also walked in the footsteps of the Australian 40th Battalion in Passchendale and learned about their courageous fighting during World War One. The students now understand the reality of international travel and also have the experience of immersion in ancient civilizations, art that has developed over centuries and history that is relevant to them every day.

Ancient attraction: a memorable moment from Newhaven College’s recent Europe Art and History tour was seeing a gladiator propose to his special lady at the Colosseum. Back, from left, Cody-Lee Wain, Darren Jeffrey, Angus Bradford, Jessica Pavert, Cailen Lone and Fleur Timmins, and front, Oscar Harry, Lauren Davis, Ashley Farrington, Steph Auton and Cameron Fieldew.

Join the war on waste JOIN Craig Reucassel from ABC’s popular television series War on Waste for a breakfast discussion on how businesses, schools and the community can make adjustments to reduce the amount of waste produced.

Craig will be the key speaker at a War on Waste breakfast hosted by Bass Coast Shire Council on Wednesday, August 22, at the Silverwater Resort in San Remo.

Mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said council is working towards a ‘Plastic bag free Bass Coast’.

“This means building on the momentum already created by the community and council showing leadership in looking after the environment,” she said.

“It’s not going to be easy for businesses and customers to adjust, but there is no better motivation. We have to start changing our habits if we want our children and grandchildren to have a healthy environment to grow up in.

“It’s fabulous that Craig is coming down to visit our community. I’m very proud of what we have achieved so far with our three bin system, and I think he will be impressed by the level of awareness we have in Bass Coast around waste issues.”

Tickets to join the conversation and have breakfast with Craig are $38 per person, including a sit down buffet breakfast, which caters to all dietary requirements.

Tickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite; search ‘Plastic bag free Bass Coast’ at www.

eventbrite.com.au.

The breakfast event will start at 7.30am and finish at around 9.30am; it will be held in the Bay Room at Silverwater Resort.

The event is accessible for people using mobile aids.

Guests with specific menu requirements can contact the Silverwater Resort kitchen on 5671 9393.

For more information, contact council’s waste services team on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211.

Informative: War on Waste’s Craig Reucassel will be presenting at Silverwater Resort on August 22.

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Ridgway named coach

Change of venue

vehicle for all Victorian regional players to showcase skills that will enable them to be exposed to the ‘wider cricket community’. This may lead to them achieving even higher honours within the cricket landscape,” he said.

“Cricket is now a tremendous career path for all players. The two cornerstones of this role are that I am able to help the Victorian Country team win the championship and then help individual players develop and improve their skill-set and knowledge-base to help them take the next step in their cricket careers.

“I am looking forward to working with the best-available Victorian regional talent, making it not only a successful learning environment but also ensuring that the players enjoy the experience,” he said.

South Gippsland Bridge Club

ALBERTON Football Netball League’s VCCL vice president and chairman of selec- second semi final venue on Saturday, A VERY well credentialed Mark Ridg- ships in Dubbo; represented Warragul 14 times August 18, has been changed from Fosway has been announced as the new at Melbourne Country week after debuting at 16 tors Kelvin White said Mark was an outstanding ter to MDU. years of age; accredited Level 3 coach. applicant for the position. coach of the Victorian Country men’s This is due to Foster declining the final, as At the official announcement, Mark said he “In fact, we were very impressed by all the cricket squad to play in the Australian was very excited and privileged to have been of- interviewed applicants. They provided feedback MDU have full catering rights as per the finals Country Cricket Championships in Janu- fered this role. and ideas that could be very easily utilised in roster.

“The Australian Championships are a perfect future national championship campaigns,” Mr ary 2019.

Mark, a current Victorian selector, takes over from Jason Mathers (Mornington Peninsula) who has assumed the coaching position with the Australian deaf team.

Mark has an impressive resume:current Victorian selector for the Sheffield Shield and JLT Cup team. Has been in this role for the past five seasons with Victoria winning three Sheffield Shields in a row during this period; former first class player with Tasmania - 46 x first-class games and 23 x one-day games; former coach - St Kilda Cricket Club - 1 x two- day Premiership and 2 x one-day premierships; former coach - Casey South Melbourne Cricket Club - two finals appearances after 35 years without a finals appearance; former player for the VCCL in the National Champion-

White said.

“During Jason’s six year coaching stint, we came very close to winning the championships several times but we just couldn’t get over the line. He certainly added an extra dimension to the coaching role, and was unlucky not to be a championship-winning coach.”

The Victorian team contested the Australian championships in Geraldton last season and, after not winning any of the first Twenty20 matches, came home with a wet sail. They won their next four one-day matches and would have claimed the title if they had beaten Queensland on the last day.

Victoria’s last win at the national championships was in Mildura in 2007.

Cricket fossils ready to bowl NO matter what the weather is like on progressively spread out, but for starters the Drill Christmas.

Gary Adams, Rob Francis and Garry Knox Thursday, the newest cricket team is Hall and indoor cricket facility in Korumburra is perfect. have joined forces to affiliate Leongatha/South “ready to bowl”.

The first game is eight weeks away, but for The over 60s cricket team starts indoor practice at 5pm in the Korumburra Drill Hall.

While some prospective players may still be basking in warmer climes, current and past cricketers from Foster to Phillip Island (and ex Melbourne) are very welcome to join in.

Practice sessions, like the home games, will be

Gippsland with Veterans Cricket Victoria. most it will take eight weeks to replace the carAround 20 teams participate. digan with the cricket jumper, and the rust and It is expected that in the first season the team cobwebs with Deepheat. will be fixtured to play eight games; so who is up Over 60s cricket is based around camaraderie and “the spirit of the game” so the challenge and for the challenge?

For more details ring manager Gary Adams on the team awaits.

To be eligible, you need to turn 60 before next 0407 040125.

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Volunteers kicked COMMUNITY based volunteers give their time and energy for organisations throughout our Shire.

The Shire of South Gippsland requires all Food Registration Premises to be registered and staff to have Food Handling qualifications and keep records to ensure all food standards are maintained.

Community based clubs comply with all of these requirements.

Commercial kitchens pay an annual registration fee and our Shire Community

Clubs and Sporting Clubs are given an exemption from payment having no paid staff (all volunteers).

Council in their wisdom have just announced a Registration Fee is to be introduced in 2019 and increased again in 2020 for Sporting Clubs.

Other than a grab for money why would you want to hit volunteers where it hurts the most- financially - no reason or explanation?

Disgraceful action S.G.S.C.

RESULTS:

Friday, August 3, at Inverloch – pairs’ event: First with the super score of 71.13 percent and the best score of the week was the ever top performing pair of Dina Drury and Richard Moss.

Close behind with another wonderful performance was the highly skilled pair of Deb Anglim and Jack Kuiper with a stunning 66.07 percent.

Third with a fine 52.98 percent were the steady father/son team of Philip and Neville Chapman.

Fourth and chasing the Chapman’s home were Anne Williams and John Farr with a fine 52.38 percent.

East/West First with a lovely 60.71 percent was the evergreen pair of Kaye Douglass and John Sutton.

Second with a very sound 53.57 percent were steadily improving pair of Marie Sands and Ken McKenzie.

Third with a very commendable 52.08 percent were Faye Rowlands and Pat West.

Fourth with 49.70 percent were Ruth Stevenson and Dawn Jolly.

Tuesday, July 31, at Tarwin Lower: The nationwide event was held and results are not available until next week.

Monday, July 30, at Meeniyan – pairs’ event: First with a sensational 61.31 percent was the always accomplished pair of Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope.

Second with a very solid 58.93 percent were the reliable and skilled pair of Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt.

Third with 54.17 percent were Margaret Munro and Pat West.

Faye and Pat both had very high achieving results for this week.

Well played all for a busy week of Bridge.

Visitors are always welcome.

Please check the club website for details of games and contacts.

LDNA TWILIGHT NETBALL

Marilyn Flett, Foster

Camp challenges teens

COMPETITION

TEENS tackled challenges during Mary MacKillop College’s three day camp at Neerim South recently.

RECREATION RESERVE LEONGATHA

The Year 10 students travelled to Forest Edge Christian Camp.

The first day entailed a workshop with a youth ministry team from Melbourne.

The second day involved exciting and challenging activities such as the flying fox, high ropes and trampoline wrestling.

At the closing of the camp, students enjoyed a photo challenge around the camp grounds, followed by a nature hike that featured a humorous display of students falling and slipping down hills.

STARTS September 4 & 5

TUESDAY Ladies section 1 & 2 and mixed 15 & Under

WEDNESDAY Mixed section 1 & 2

Entries close August 24, 2018

Quick pass: Parrots’ wing defence Bethany Scott moves the ball down the court against Drouin. See all netball results on page 54.

Up high: Joshua Wright tackles the ropes course during Mary MacKillop College’s camp at Forest Edge Christian Camp, Neerim South, recently.

For more information contact Phil Smith 0437 624 261 tpsmith@dcsi.net.au or Emma Smith 0419 689 217 (text only)

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Buffalo indoor Wednesday, August 1

BOWLERS at Buffalo were surprised and happy to see Rod McConchie come along for a chat and to watch the night’s bowling, with three games of eight ends played.

In the first game there were two drawn games.

On mat one Toni, Joyce and Mary drew with Bill and Joy in a low scoring game, 4-all. Mat two saw Charlie and Peter draw with Stephen and Carolyn, 8-all. In another low scoring game Joe and Gary had a one shot win over Danah and Illene 6-5.

In the second game Charlie and Peter continued bowling well only allowing Danah and Illene to score on one end and winning 9-2. On mat two Joe and Gary had their second win beating Bill and Joy 8-4. Stephen and Carolyn had a win over Toni, Joyce and Mary 8-3.

In the last game Joe and Gary proved too good for Stephen and Carolyn and winning 10-5. Toni, Joyce and Mary had their first win beating Danah and Illene 6-2. Charlie and Peter outbowled Bill and Joy winning 12-3.

Joe and Gary were delcared the night’s winners as they were the only team with three wins (WWW) 13 ends, next Charlie and Peter (DWW) 17 ends, third Stephen and Carolyn (DLW) 12 ends, even shots; fourth Toni, Joyce and Mary (DLW) 12 ends, -1; fifth Bill and Joy (DLL) 11 ends, sixth Danah and Illene (LLL) 7 ends.

Congratulations to Bev Tyers and Vito Serafino on winning the SGIBBA singles championships.

Social bowls Wednesday 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall - all welcome.

Well done: winners of Wednesday’s mixed-mufti event at Inverloch on August 1 were Nic Van Grunsven, Steve Snelling and John Arnold (skip).

Inverloch TWENTY two bowlers came to the Inverloch Bowling Club to contest a match over two games each of 12 ends.

The first match was interrupted several times with squalls coming through however as the day progressed, the weather cleared to a day that was most satisfactory.

There were three convincing first match winners with scores of 24/4, 18/4 and 16/2. The second match saw two of these teams recording a loss with scores of 6/9 and 3/18.

The runner up team, with a win and a loss and 23 points was John Sutcliffe (skip), John Hill (Tarwin Lower Club) and Faye Smallman.

The winner with two wins and 38 points, was John Arnold (skip), Nic Van Grunsven and Steve Snelling.

All bowlers should note mixed mufti social bowls is next scheduled for Wednesday, August 8, followed by Sunday, August 12.

The booking sheets are available at the clubhouse.

Names should be in by 10am on the day with

bowling commencing at 11am sharp, attendees should be at the club by 10:45am on the day of play.

A reminder that the schedules for the men’s pennant practice matches prior to the forthcoming season, have been posted at the club for registration of attendees.

The scheduled matches are as follows; September 8 – the Battle of Hastings at Hastings, September 15, versus Lilydale at home and October 6, the Bunerong Shield against Wonthaggi at Wonthaggi.

Watch this column for additional information as it comes to hand.

Finally, Friday, August 17, is the next scheduled meals night so don’t forget to record your names on the registration board.

The regular features will be there, including Jack’s mailbag together and the largest spinning wheel in town will also be in action on the night so if you want to win, get your names down without delay.

The next members draw (a jackpot) will be on Friday, August 10, and don’t forget you need to be in attendance to claim the jackpot.

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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Wonthaggi ONCE again the weather has played havoc with the midweek mixed social game on a Wednesday.

Although the day turned out fair, the amount of rain the previous night and early morning left an impact on the greens, so the day was cancelled.

Saturday was breezy and several players turned out for two great games.

The winning team was Frank Cimino, Graham Jackson and Lorraine Stanes.

The runners up on the day were Ken Gage, Ken Webb and John Migliorisi.

Players are asked to please put names on the list for up and coming pennant selection.

Great work: Rob Jeffrey, Elaine Williams, Bep Hyslop and Hamish Young were the winners at San Remo on Wednesday.

San Remo THE weather was on the bowlers’ side on Wednesday so the afternoon saw a group of bowlers on the green enjoying the weather and sharing the friendship experienced on the bowling green.

The lucky winners were Rob Jeffrey, Elaine Williams, Bep Hyslop and Hamish Young.

Winners on the green for Saturday were Sean McWilliams and Denis Talbot.

Last week, the club reported that on the Friday, September 28, it was a Ladies Invitation Day.

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.

Top team: Wonthaggi’s winning team on Saturday was Frank Cimino, Lorraine Stanes and Graham Jackson.

Incorrect, it is a Ladies Tournament Day. Members please take note that entry forms for the Bass Shield and Club Championships are on the board.

Social bowls are played each Wednesday.

During the winter months when there is no pennant. Bowlers play on Saturdays as well.

Be at the club at 12.30pm for a 1pm start.

Further details on the San Remo Club and social bowls can be made by contacting the club or Arthur Parker 0421 061 074.

All new members welcomed.

Dumbalk: the pennant winners were Steve Suckling, Kay Cook, Danah Suckling and skip Robert Matthies.

South Gippsland Indoor Bias Bowls LAST Tuesday night was the presentation night.

As always there was a great turn up of players for this event.

Bowlers played the usual three games of eight ends.

Prizes for the night were donated by the association.

The runners up for the night with the only plus score from their two wins and a loss were Danah Suckling, Charlie Tumino and Maurice Hetherington.

There was only one team with three wins under its belt, so congratulations to Charlie Tyers, Denyse Menzies and Sally Gammaldi.

Bowlers then en-

South Gippsland Midweek Bowls Group THURSDAY midweek bowls was played at Koo Wee Rup with 32 bowlers.

Winners were Rob Hill (s), Luke Monkton, Lindsey Russell and Reg

Korumburra Blue: the pennant runners up were skip Joanna Lomagno, Sally and Arc Gammaldi, and Maurice Hetherington. joyed some supper and got down to business presenting all the official trophies.

Well done to all the recipients, especially in pennant.

It was a great season and Dumbalk showed how it is done; an excellent result for it.

Korumburra Blue was a worthy runner up too.

That was the last of

the association events for the season until next year and the association hopes to see you all again.

Well done to one and all.

Don’t forget to keep a look out for a couple of club events still to come; Buffalo’s Peter Mac night on Friday, August 17, and Mardan’s tournament on Tuesday, September 4.

Excell.

Runners up were George Crynes (s), Richard Bricknall, Frank Truscott and David Talbot.

The best one game winner was Charlie Wright(s), Graham McKergon, Peter McWilliams and Chris Bowers.

Midweek this week was played in near perfect conditions; a great

day for all bowlers with lots of fun and laughter.

Thank you to Helen and Jill in the kitchen for their delicious salad rolls and George in the bar.

Next week midweek will be at Lang Lang with Helen serving her salad rolls.

Come along for a great day of bowling.

For enquiries, ring Peter on 5678 5974.

• Leongatha badminton

Marshmans help out LEONGATHA Badminton Club legend Greg Marshman filled in this week with a sore back, and not only did Greg help out, his son Luke also filled in and showed tonnes of potential for the future.

Greg’s efforts helped the Crows to an emphatic victory over finals contenders Emus.

Tom Dudley, Ian Cole and Gail Beer all combined well for Crows that has a nicely balanced side going towards the finals.

Richard Burton was the stand out player for Emus that will need to lift to hang onto fourth position.

The Robins had a real Barry Crocker, being totally smashed by Swans that lifted itself off the bottom with this great win.

The least said about the Robins’ performance the better but the Swans

on the other hand were brilliant.

Paul Robinson has clicked nicely into top gear. Roger Callister, filling in, was superb, particularly his smashing with a great vertical leap.

Simon Perks was at his best and Weung Daz just keeps improving with every match and her serving is exceptional.

The Rosellas cleaned up the Eagles and appear destined for a grand final showdown against Galahs.

Neil Jeremiah and Glenn Kleeven in white hot form at present.

The Eagles were all over the place and have slipped down the ladder as a result.

The final match for analysis witnessed the Budgies narrowly defeating the Magpies by 13 points.

It was Mathew Oomman’s last match with the Leongatha Badmin-

ton Club as he is moving away for work reasons.

The club thanks Mathew for his many years of service to the game and wishes him all the best for his future endeavours.

We only have a few weeks before finals, with a number of teams still capable of getting into the top four.

Round 9 results

Winners: the midweek champions were Rob Hill (s), Lindsey Russell, Reg Excell and Luke Monkton.

Great effort: Frank Truscott, David Talbot, George Crynes (s) and Richard Bricknall were runners up at midweek bowls.

Crows 5/118 d Emus 1/96, Swans 6/126 d Robins 0/73, Budgies 3/86 d Magpies 3/73, Rosellas 5/112 d Eagles 1/61, Galahs - bye.

Ladder Galahs.............................. 73 Rosellas............................ 61 Crows............................... 52 Emus ................................ 47 Budgies ............................ 44 Magpies ............................ 36 Swans ............................... 30 Eagles ............................... 29 Robins .............................. 27

Excellent bowling: Graham McKergon, Peter McWilliams, Charlie Wright (s) and Chris Bowers were the best one game winners at midweek bowls.

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Knights go head to head with Korumburra City LEONGATHA Knights’ Senior team battled it out with neighbours Korumburra for the Brian Newey Memorial Shield; a derby shield.

Leongatha claimed the shield at the end of the day.

U12s Knights’ U12s played Korumburra.

They started attacking early and penned the opposition back in its end for long periods of the first half.

The wide runners Rueben and Colby were sensational and managed to get on the score sheet.

Henry and Tadgh directed traffic.

City coach Graham Beech said, “The defence lead by Fern Hurst fought hard. The team has again shown improvement in its second half performance.

“Players whose games were notable were Alana Lopez-Freeman, Fern Hurst who fought tirelessly while carrying an injury, Tom Veltri for his running in defence and Declan Beech who put in a season best performance with a strong physical defence and a lot of second efforts.”

Congratulations to Knights’ Josh Doolan on his first ever goal.

U14 Mixed Team manager Darren Clark said, “U14s played a fantastic game with a side of only 10 players. Their fantastic teamwork kept Leongatha to only four goals at half time. Makenzee Swain was fabulous in goals with a lot of saves. Aiden King chased the opposition down stopping Leongatha scoring at certain times. “Julio Decarlo had a great goal in the second half with final scores City one to Knights seven.” Injuries to Harrison Clark and Julio Decarlo hurt Korumburra, finishing with a side of eight. Well done Korumburra U14s.”

U16 Mixed

U16 Girls Some exhausted Leongatha and Korumburra players made up teams to play a friendly game.

It was great to see both teams joining together to have a good run about the pitch.

Sky Swain took to the pitch with sisters Makenzee and Payton.

Fern Hurst was ever reliable on the back line and KT saved a goal.

Reserves LEONGATHA Knights played host to neighbouring Korumburra City.

Leongatha started well with Chris Gale in goal.

Korumburra started the match with a solid attack that saw the final shot drift across goal.

Sam Bainbridge set up Brian Gannon for the first goal.

It was Brian’s day; Wade Bashaw set up a shot with Brian running onto a ball that he was able to put past the City keeper.

For Brian’s third, Wade took a corner and the ball curled neatly into the penalty box where Brian was waiting.

It was time for Wade to step up.

He received a pass from Brian and was able to trap the ball and score the Knights’ fourth goal.

In the second half, Joel Moore switched into attack, and Malik Phillips and Charlie Dougherty went into defence.

Wade duly stepped up and whilst his kick went straight at the keeper it was high and he couldn’t stop the shot.

Sam was able to get on the score board when Joel was able to find space that allowed him to cross to Sam and with the keeper now out of position nearly had the whole goal to shoot at.

Joel scored the next goal; he was able to score under a diving goalie.

Matt took possession of the ball and sent it around the keeper for the team’s eighth.

Only Riley Olden found the net for Korumburra.

City’s Olden, Davin Nicholas and Joel Findlay were standouts.

The final goal came on the whistle. Sam was able to pounce on the save and shoot the ball past the keeper.

Knights are away to Phillip Island next week.

Neither side could find the net in the first half.

Hard knocks, fast breaks and relentless tackles from both sides were spectacular.

Leongatha player Evie Bath was stretchered off after a clash with a Korumburra player.

Korumburra City sends its best wishes to Evie and thanked those who assisted her.

Leongatha’s strength would win it the game two Women’s nil.

Coach Andrew Halkett said, “Winners are grinFor Korumburra, Riley Olden, Milly Hurst, Daners. At three to one down, we were looking a little kota Decarlo and Aidan King were brilliant.

It was the first game for Korumburra goal keeper shaky but full credit to everyone for a fighting performance to get us back level at three all.

Eli Hearn who earned praise.

“After halftime we played even better. The fight,

Clear: Leongatha Knights’ Brielle Cox took control of the ball. intensity and skill level was magnificent; be very proud of yourselves, you were all first class.”

Korumburra City attacked the ball early.

Dakota Decarlo found the net first.

Leongatha bounced back with three goals in 10 minutes.

City’s Milly Hurst found the net and shortly after Dakota Decarlo slotted the equaliser.

The defence held Leongatha; Halkett, Hurst and Jephcott were solid.

Leongatha tied it up again.

From the kick off post Leongatha’s goal, Dakota Decarlo found the net convincingly and sealed the game.

Seniors With the Brian Newey Memorial shield up for grabs, the Leongatha Knights were looking to upset Korumburra City.

The shield honours Brian’s life, who had close ties with the clubs.

Korumburra has won the shield five years out of six. City started the match with a four to two lead on aggregate. Pierre Cohignac and PJ O’Meara started up front.

It was Pierre’s day with the first goal when a long ball from Stefano Viano was played back to the

keeper.

The ball fell to Pierre for the simple shot on goal that would see his last game for the Knights go out with a bang.

Pierre then chased the ball behind the defenders.

The City keeper came out to attack him but Pierre calmly lobbed him for his second.

Pierre then took a smart shot down low to the right hand side of the net for his hat trick.

Korumburra regrouped and Thomas Sorrell booted Korumburra’s first for the game.

Shortly after, Aidan Richards slotted it through.

Knights turned it on and a shattering back play header from veteran Rory Cull missed City’s keeper resulting in an own goal.

Brian Gannon was able to find a goal in the Seniors to go with his hat trick in the Reserves. His shot was never going to be stopped and resulted in the teams’ fourth.

City’s Aidan Richards hit the net in the closing stages.

Referee Pat Couty had the honour of presenting the shield.

The match was played in a spirited manner befitting the esteem that both teams regard the Brain Newey Memorial Shield.

• Inverloch Vs Phillip Island

Stars face the Breakers match.

With the wind, the Inverloch team was able to hold sway; it was able to forge regularly into the Phillip Island half.

The Breakers got on top late in that The Breakers dominated with dynam- half and scored four goals.

The second half saw Phillip Island ic runs into the Stars’ half.

Despite the brave efforts of the Inver- dominate.

Inverloch found it very difficult to loch defence, the Breakers scored regupush into the wind. larly to be comfortable winners six nil.

The Breakers were solid winners sevThe Breakers showed exactly why en to one. they are on top of the ladder.

U12s

A DOMINANT Phillip Island put an inexperienced Inverloch to the sword.

U14s

Reserves

The U14s displayed their characteristic skill and grit; however the strength and athleticism of the Phillip Island team would be the deciding factor in the

The Stars travelled to a blustery Phillip Island on Sunday.

The Reserves fielded a strong team with Joe Licciardi and Julian Ambrose

looking sharp from the kick off.

Inverloch was attacking well and Simon Gibson-Goldsmith was marshelling the Stars defence which was able to cut off the Island’s attack.

A strong run from Riley Coleman for the Stars led to the ball bouncing around the Island box and eventually hitting a defender’s hand for a penalty.

Licciardi stepped up and slotted the ball home for a deserved lead for the Stars.

It did not last long however and a quick ball over the top was converted by the Island team to make it one all at half time. The Stars had the wind advantage in the second half.

Mark Farmer was running hard for the Stars up front but the Stars couldn’t find the ball to unlock the Island defence.

The Stars pushed for a winner and over committed at a corner providing the Island an opportunity to take the lead.

The Stars were not happy and pushed forward for an equaliser.

A brilliant goal by Kai Jamison was the result levelling the scores.

Both teams could have won it.

In the closing minutes with the Stars keeper Eli Cousins making a fine finger tip save, the final score was two all.

Seniors

Fine work: Jack Farmer showcased some fancy footwork in the U14s.

The Stars Seniors looked in control from the start.

San Oo was in great form and could have had two in the first 15 minutes.

The Phillip Island team settled and started to find its players with good passes to feet but Gene Parini was there for

the Stars to break down their attacks in midfield.

San Oo got on the end of a good pass to make it one all to the Stars at half time.

The Stars continued to dominate the second half with Adam Bell linking up well with San and Barry Farrell to create

some good chances.

Tim Thornby had a great game in both attack and defense and helped the Stars close out the game as the Island team pressed for an equaliser.

It finished one all to the Stars who will be pleased to have beaten the Island both home and away this year.

New tops: from left, Leongatha Knights women Kathy Zacharopoulos, Jordan Rintoule, Breanna Endres and Paige Biggs stood proud in their new soccer tops on Saturday.

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enjoy a nice lunch and a hit around the par three

net and scratch event Saturday.

Taylor (20) 35.

DTLs: Josh Robbins

up on the sheet in the ladies room or contact captain Heather.

The women’s annual general meeting has been rescheduled for October 24 when many members will have returned from their northern holidays.

dian for the ladies.

Results: Thursday, August 2: Stableford.

Winner: Norm Cooper (13) 38 points.

NTP: sixth N. Cooper.

DTL: R. Smith (22) 31, and P. Dight (8) 31.

Friday, August 3: Chook Run (nine holes) Winner: John Mathers 19 points.

NTP: 13th and 17th P. Dight.

DTL: P. Dight 18, and L. McKenzie 17.

Saturday, August 4: Stroke – Medal.

A Grade: Robert Fulton (12) 71.

B and Medal: Col Pulham (21) 69.

SCR: R. Fulton 83.

NTP: fourth D. Knee, sixth R. Fulton, 13th G. Paine, 15th J. Pruyn and17th S. Corrie.

DTL: G. Paine (17) 73, R. Smith (22) 74, J. Pruyn (26) 75, and G. Watkins (16) 75.

Putting: S. Rathjen 26.

Nine holes: C. Pulham 21points.

Medal.

Date: August 4.

Medal winner: Paul Woodall (11) 71.

Low gross winner: Stuart Henning (6) 81.

Lady winner: Wendy Gervasi (13) 34

ON Saturday, August 4, course.

4BBB Par (Barry (16) 35, Tom Traill (11) the men’s Single StablMost of the day’s costs Soderlund Trophy) is the 35, and John Blunsden eford was played with are covered by the bus trip scheduled competition for (20) 34. trophies donated by fund. next Saturday.

Saturday results: Wednesday is CanaMembers should sign Gavin Maisey Painting.

Competition: Monthly Gavin is a great character of the club who put on a fantastic array of prizes; much appreciated by all Gavin.

Twenty nine players were challenged by strong winds and plenty of sunshine.

The A Grade winner was Arie Kortekaas 38 points and runner up was Brett Stubbs 37 points.

B Grade’s winner was Jason Redmond 37 points and runner up was Graham Calder 36 points.

The C Grade winner was Graham Winkler 37 points and runner up was Kevin Riseley 37 points.

BDL went to John Bolge 35 points, Rodney Goodwin 32 points, and Craig Gourlay, Craig Hall, Colin James snr, and Robert Beilby 31 points.

NTP on eighth was Brett Stubbs and 17th Michael Grist.

Ball raffle: Ed Poole SYN. Next week is 4BBB Stableford sponsored by Ray and Simon Sullivan.

Korumburra ladies THE recent heavy rain and very damp morning discouraged any women playing last Wednesday.

The August Monthly Medal was rescheduled to August 8.

Despite the strong winds, the intermittent sunshine attracted some players for a competition on Saturday with Lynette McIvor (18) having the best score of 79 net.

Lee Clements had the only nearest the pin on the 10th hole.

Upcoming events are: August 15 is the annual bus trip to Devil Dams at Inverloch.

All members are welcome to come along and

Leongatha ladies THE August Monthly Medal was played in bright sunshine but a couple of heavy and unwelcome early showers made conditions quite damp.

The girls had to battle for a good score today.

Colleen Touzel was the sponsor of the day’s event and the raffle.

Twenty four women played a stroke round to decide the Monthly Medal.

Captain Trish Owen continued her good form to win A Grade and the Medal with a creditable score of 97 – 18 – 79 net.

Dot Stubbs and Faye Quilford just fell short by a single stroke.

B Grade net and B/C Grade scratch went to Marea Maher 107 – 26 – 81 net.

This too was a one shot win from Lianne Adamson who had 82 net.

Down the line balls:

Meeniyan

TUESDAY, July 31: Winner: Daryle Gregg (18) 38 points.

Runner up: Bruce Betts (26) 37 points.

NTP: second Bob McGeary, eighth Daryle Gregg and17th Daryle Gregg.

Best nine: Peter Riddle 19 points.

Thursday, August 2: Winner: Bill Pratt (26) 35 points.

Runner up: Marilyn McGeary (33) 34 points.

NTP: second Bob McGeary, and eighth Bill Pratt.

Best nine: Peter Wilson 20 points.

Saturday, August 4: Winner and Monthly Medal: Will Bullock (15) 70 net.

Runner up: Brian Erving (25) 72 net.

Least putts: Col Graeme c/b 29.

Pro Pin: 11th David McIntyre.

NTP: eighth Peter Riddle.

Foster HIGH winds and generally poor conditions weather wise plagued the early part of the week for competition golf but things picked up and members got out there to finish off the week with some good results.

Col Pulham won the August Medal with a great 69 net and Robert Fulton carried on his good recent form to win the A Grade

Dot Stubbs and Faye Quilford 80 net, Marg Johnson (Wonthaggi Golf Club) and Toni West 81, Wendy Parker and Lianne Adamson 82, Alison Strong 83 and Helen Mackenzie 84 net.

Nearest the Pin: 14th Bec Thomas 3.6m, and16th Dot Stubbs 3.7m.

Nine Hole Comp: There were only four entrants in the Stableford event.

The event was won

by Cheryl Borg (45) with 11 points.

A down the line ball was won by Karen Murchie with 10 points.

Cashin trophy: The final of the prestigious Cashin Trophy, the Club Handicap Singles knockout competition was played on Thursday afternoon.

Marea Maher and Faye Quilford fought out a tough, close match which went to the wire.

Marea won the match two up.

Congratulations

Mirboo North

WEDNESDAY results: Competition: Stroke.

Date: August 1.

Medal winner: Wendy Gervasi (13) 73.

DTLs: Maree Thompson (15) 74.

Putting: Maree Thompson and Sue Traill 26 putts.

NTA: Lorrae fourth.

NTP: Sixth: Freda Nair.

16th: Sue Traill.

Gobbler: Sue Traill 14th and Wendy Gervasi third.

Thursday results: Competition: Stableford.

Date: August 2.

Day winner: Ray Matthews (10) 38.

Grade winner: Doug

Marea on your very successful week.

Saturday: A small field played a stroke round in great golfing weather.

Marilyn Williams showed her class to be a clear winner with 96 – 19 – 77 net.

Down the line balls were won by Wendy Parker 80 net and Coral Gray 86 net.

Nearest the Pin on the 16th hole was Karen Bear 2.5m.

Leongatha ON Saturday, 65 players braved the windy conditions in the August Monthly Medal competition.

Bryan Sword continued his good form to produce the best score of the day of net 70 to win the Medal and A Grade events.

B Grade was won

by John McLennan with 73 net and Frank Gill won C Grade also with 73 net.

Balls were awarded to Craig Hams, Jon Smith, Col Martin, Stuart Harry, Paul Dell, Rod Mackenzie, Barry Attwood, Fred de Bondt, Rob Martin, Glenn Marsham, Malcolm Legge, Ian Blencowe, Peter Walsh, Walter Taberner, Chris Indian, Neale Gillin and Peter Hartigan.

NTPs were Jon Smith on the 14th hole and Craig Hams on the 16th.

On Tuesday, July 31, scoring was difficult in the windy conditions for the 42 players who contested a Stableford Competition.

Ken Smirk handled the conditions best to register 35 points and win the Overall in a countback from the inform player John French who won a ball for his 35 points.

Greg Ellt took the B Grade honours with a nice 34 points.

Other balls winners were Bryan Sword, Warren Stewart, David Child, Paul Luck, Denis Buckland, Bruce Clark, Col Martin, John Eabry, Craig Hams, Marilyn Williams and Bill Bittlemann.

NTPs were John Eabry on the 14th hole and his playing partner David Forbes who was closest on the 16th.

On Thursday, August 2, 58 players enjoyed perfect conditions with Ian Barlow continuing his excellent form to register a fantastic score of 40 points to take the

(Stableford).

DTLs: Mark Hales (21) 72, Stan Evison (20) 72, Mal Payne (10) 73, Richie Robbins (21) 73, and Robert Clark (17) 73.

Second shot NTP first hole: Tom Traill.

NTP Fourth: Joe Smeriglio.

Sixth: Richie Taylor.

13th: Simon McInness.

16th: Peter Draper.

Overall and B events.

A Grade was taken out by Tyler Marotti with a score of 35 points and in C Grade Antony Roberts had 38 points to take the honours there.

NTPs were Frank Gill on the 14th hole and Ian Murchie was only half a metre away on the 16th to be NTP there.

Balls were won by Bert Borg, Neil Mackenzie, Neale Gillin, Peter Horman, Ken Smirk, Jon Smith, Liz Hodge, James Fowler, Terry Grace, Garry Rotteveel, Andrew Compton, Russell Williams, Craig Hams, Rob Martin, Wayne Keen, Ian Watson and John Moor.

Thursday was also the first PM event introduced by the club in addition to the usual 9am shot gun hit off.

It was well received with 16 players participating.

Best of these was Trevor Rickard with 32 points.

Balls were won

by Karen Orford, Paul Luck, Alison Strong and Ken McKenzie.

For future reference, tee times for the PM Thursday competitions are between 1pm and 2pm for the rest of August and September before reverting to 1pm to 3pm for the daylight savings months.

See you at the club in the afternoon if the morning doesn’t suit.

Great day: Brian Jefferis of Korumburra, Brendan Fowles of Korumburra, and Logan and Alex Dixon of Loch got into the spirit of the footy theme for the recent Elders Charity Golf Day.

Good cause: Kelvin Simpson, Nick Myer, Rohan McRae and former AFL player Anthony Stevens were out on the green to support the Belvedere family at the recent Elders Charity Golf Day.

Winners: the men’s winners of the Elders Charity Golf Day were Mark Lafferty, Michael Foote, Bruce Clarke, Jason Dennerley and Nick Lafferty.

Victory: the women’s winners of the Elders Charity Golf Day were Heather McCaughan, Jenny McRae, Fay LePage and Irene Holm.

Funds raised for Noah Ian Barlow: was the winner of the AM event at Leongatha Golf Club.

A TOTAL of $33,000 was raised at the recent Elders Charity Golf Day. The winning men’s team was Mark Lafferty,

Michael Foote, Bruce Clarke, Jason Dennerley and Nick Lafferty.

The winning women’s team was Heather McCaughan, Jenny McRae, Fay LePage and Irene Holm.

Golfers were raising money for the Belvedere

family in Korumburra.

Noah Belvedere was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.

All money raised will help the Belvedere family pay for expenses during his treatment.

Woorayl ladies IT was ‘super’ for the weather and Janet Thompson’s golf on Wednesday, August 1, in the playing of the August Monthly Medal.

Marea Maher: was the 2018 Cashin Trophy winner at Leongatha Golf Club.

Despite some early morning rain, it passed through and blue skies prevailed for the eight ladies in the field.

The fairways held up well following the recent rains and there has been no need as yet to revert to the winter course.

Janet had never won a Monthly Medal at the club so she was absolutely delighted when her score of 80 net (29) was announced as the best for the day and she was the winner of the August Medal.

Having only returned from holidays late last week, it was a great way for her to be ‘welcomed back’.

Putting: Ann Poole 29.

NTP: eighth Ann Poole, 11th Sharyn Rayson, and 17th Elly Berryman.

DTL balls: Marg Tuckett 83 net (26) and Elly Berryman 84 net (15) on a countback from Ann Poole.

This week: 4BBB Stableford – drawn partners.

Big achievement: Janet Thompson received her first Monthly Medal from captain Inge Giliam.

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Swimmers represent Victoria FOUR local swimming talents from the South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club recently participated in the School Sports Australia Swimming Championships.

The event was held at the Doone Kennedy Aquatic Centre in Hobart from July 25 to 31, involving swimmers from all over Australia.

These students aged between 10-19

Outstanding: Cooper Quaife was multiple individual medallist at the School Sports Australia Swimming Championships.

years old were chosen on the previous 12 months performance and their top state rankings.

Cooper Quaife (12), Josh Wight (14), Lily Robinson (170 and Eric Zubcic (17) were selected to represent Team Vic. The South Gippsland Bass swimmers coached under Dylan Muir have dedicated their time during the past season, training 12-14 hours in the pool plus strength and conditioning

sessions.

They have also competed in several regional and state meets to secure their position on the team.

All swimmers did the club proud breaking several personal bests and making finals.

A special mention goes to Cooper Quaife and Josh Wight bringing home medals.

Cooper won three individual silver medals for 200m freestyle, and 50m

and 100m butterfly events claiming the title of fastest 12 year old male swimmer in Victoria.

Josh won a bronze medal in the 4x50 freestyle relay.

Swimmers would like to thank the local community for its support with purchasing raffle tickets and sponsorship.

This allowed these young athletes to achieve their goals competing at a national level.

Island set to host world surfing event PHILLIP Island has secured the World Surfing League Phillip Island Pro QS1000.

A $10,000 funding boost was announced on Tuesday (July 24) from the State Government’s Significant Sporting Events Program.

Eastern Victorian Region MLC Harriet Shing announced the event is one of 31 recently locked in for the state thanks the latest round of the State Government’s $17.7 million program.

“Congratulations to Surfing Victoria on securing the World Surfing League Phillip Island Pro QS1000 for Gippsland,” she said.

“I encourage all locals to come along and enjoy what promises to be an action packed sports spectacle.

“Victoria is proud to be Australia’s sporting capital. The Significant Sporting Events Program is one of many ways the Victorian Government ensures all Victorians get to experience the benefits that sport brings and Victoria continues to attract the top sporting events from across the world. I’m proud Gippsland can be part of that.”

The World Surfing League qualifying series event features competitors from Canada, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia.

The event incorporates a junior competition and indigenous invitational.

Representatives: Josh Wight, Lily Robinson, Eric Zubcic and Cooper Quaife from South Gippsland Bass It is open to male and female comSwimming Club competed at the School Sports Australia Swimming Championships. petitors, and is the only World Surfing League qualifying series event in Victoria.

It will be held between November 2 and 6 at Phillip Island and is expected to attract the cream of the world’s best surfers. livan, Lily Whitehouse, Kevin JaCompetitors and spectators can look mieson, Lauren Wallis, Steve Fuforward to an action packed competiery, Sue Best and Karen Garner. tion and a great atmosphere with someHead to the Inverloch parkrun website thing for everyone. for a full list of results and a complete The event provides an opportunity event history is also available. for the people of Gippsland to showThe female record is held by Charcase the local talent, sports facilities lotte Wilson who recorded a time of and attractions, and to enjoy the best of 18:11 on October 29, 2016. the best competing locally.

The male record is held by Ed BeisMore than 460 events have been cher who recorded a time of 16:27 on funded since the introduction of the June 10, 2017. program in 2010.

The Age Grade course record is held More than half of these events were

by Lavinia Petrie who recorded 106.20 held in regional Victoria, boosting local percent (22:03) on November 26, 2016. Morning out: many parkrunners joined in the fun on Saturday morning. jobs and economies.

Keeping warm at parkrun IT might have been 8°C at 8am, but the warmth of the 63 who people ran, jogged and walked the Inverloch parkrun course made it seem like the sun was shining.

There were five first timers and four recorded new personal bests; Jason O’Reilly shaved 12 seconds off his time, Etsuko Yasunaga took off 44 seconds, Jo Taylor bettered her last by six seconds and Laurie Bier lowered her time by 24 seconds.

The event was made possible by seven volunteers Heather Sul-

Joske appointed to AFL Gippsland EXPERIENCED commercial and marketing manager Ben Joske has been appointed region general manager of AFL Gippsland.

Joske brings a wealth of skills and experience to the role, including three years as commercial development manager at Richmond Football Club and, most recently, as manager of regional tourism and strategy at Visit Victoria.

He has also spent time as commercial development manager at A-League club Melbourne City, held various roles within the racing industry and served as national manager of Community Fundraising and Events at Make-A-Wish

Australia.

Joske replaces inaugural AFL Gippsland region general manager Travis Switzer, who resigned in May after more than four years in the role.

AFL Gippsland region commission chair John Schelling said Joske’s appointment was exciting for football in Gippsland.

“With the support of AFL Victoria we have conducted a thorough application process and Ben quickly emerged as the outstanding candidate,” Schelling said.

“This position offers a great opportunity for someone with fresh eyes and ideas to step in and make an immediate impact on football in our region.

“Ben arrives at a busy time and we are confident his appointment will provide a major boost to our staff, football community and other key stakeholders alike.”

Joske is expected to officially begin his tenure as region general manager on Monday, August 13.

In the meantime, Greg Maidment has taken a leave of absence from the AFL Gippsland Region Commission to step in as acting region general manager with senior operations manager and interim region general manager Tim Sexton set to depart.

Maidment is a former chair of the TRFM Gippsland League and has more than 30 years of experience in commu-

nity football.

“We’re very fortunate to have someone with Greg’s experience to take on the role at short notice and assist with the transition process,” Schelling said.

“Tim has been a great asset for us over the past two and a half years and his diligence and leadership have held us in great stead.

“We thank Tim for his outstanding contribution particularly over the past two months with his willingness to delay his departure to lead the team providing valuable stability which was greatly appreciated.

“We wish him all the best as he moves on to a new opportunity to further his career.”

Basketballers bound for Jamboree JUNIOR basketballers from Korumburra, Leongatha and Wonthaggi basketball association have been invited to the 2018 Basketball Victoria Country Jamboree.

The basketballers are Lucas Allen (Korumburra), Jhett Brown (Korumburra), Jasper Cousins (Korumburra), Finn Donohue (Korumburra), Ryan

Gwin (Korumburra), Archie Terlich (Korumburra), Tanner Walker (Korumburra), Archie Fixter (Leongatha), Zac Langstaff (Leongatha), Fletcher McLennan (Leongatha), Connor Richards (Leongatha), Aydan Williams (Leongatha), Jesse Dugard (Wonthaggi), Krystal Arnason (Korumburra), Keira Catheray-Harvey (Leongatha), Chelsea Fox (Korumburra), Macy Peterson (Korumburra), Baia Pugh (Korumburra), Lara Gill (Leongatha), Anika

Grabham Andrews (Leongatha), Ashlyn Matheson (Leongatha), Sophie Carter (Wonthaggi) and Eva Garnham (Wonthaggi).

The Jamboree will be held in Echuca in September.

There will be 240 athletes, 18 young referees, 24 coaches and 24 team staff invited to attend the prestigious event.

“Each year it is evident that local associations are working at developing their athletes,” participation coordina-

Leongatha Small Bore Rifle Club 2018 20m Prone Pennant - Section B

Round four:

Stawell 486.023 defeated by Kyneton 491.018; Target Rifle Geelong 491.025 defeated Leongatha 488.020; Launceston VDC 492.029 defeated Northcote 488.014; Oakleigh 483.018 (bye).

The best shooter for round four was Daniel Croatto (Leongatha) with 100.007.

Congratulations on your 100 with seven out of 10 perfect centers.

Ladder Kyneton .................................................... 16 Launceston VDC ...................................... 12 Target Rifle Geelong ................................ 12 Northcote.................................................... 8 Oakleigh ..................................................... 8 Leongatha................................................... 4 Stawell........................................................ 4

The club shoots Friday nights at 8pm at the rifle club on the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. tor Craig Hockey said.

Any inquiries, please call R. Spratt “It is a challenge for our coaches 5664 2358. to select just 240 for the BVC Echuca Jamboree.”

Basketball Victoria Country congratulates and recognises all athletes who attended the Skills Days across regional Victoria and the local associations who have assisted in providing an access to play basketball locally.

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Parrots netball A Grade

Drouin 60 d Leongatha 50 Auction player - Nicola Marriott. Awards: Keely Price - Lyn Rose, Kasie Rump - RSL, Bethany Scott Evans Petroleum.

It was a great start to the game and we kept up with it for the first half. Great goaling and turnovers in defence.

Great work all round.

B Grade

Drouin 57 d Leongatha 34 Auction player - Alana Hanegraaf. Awards: Sara Riseley - Rusty Windmill, Makenzi Gourlay - Serafino’s.

Good game this week girls, we gave it our all and fought to the last whistle. Hopefully we can be consistent for the next two games and finish it off.

C Grade

Drouin 56 d Leongatha 27 Auction player - Ella Lyons. Awards: Ella Lyons Bair’s Hotel, Ruth Hardy - A.W. Smith’s.

A tough game which we played to the end as a team.

We are proud of how far we have come and look forward to finishing off the season, working hard at putting everything together.

Under 17

Leongatha 34 d Drouin 31 Awards: Bet Scott - Baker’s Delight, Simone Dekker - Rusty Windmill, Keely Price - Bair Street Takeaway.

A very consistent game from all ends of the court.

Everyone did their role and played for the team. Great intensity and pressure throughout the four quarters. Let’s keep it up for the last couple of rounds.

Under 15

Drouin 51 d Leongatha 43 Awards: Holly Vanderplight - Baker’s Delight, Mia Deenen - Serafino’s.

Bad luck girls, we maintained enthusiasm and never gave up. We played remarkably as a team and persisted throughout the entire game. Better luck next time.

Under 13

Grab: Leongatha Parrots’ Jaclyn Smith took a strong catch in the centre third against Drouin.

Leongatha 55 d Drouin 6 Awards: Katie Harris - Bair Street Takeaway, Zara Kreutzberger - Baker’s Delight.

We played with great intensity all game and gave 100 percent the whole time. With great leads, and chasing every ball, gave us something to be very proud of.

West Gippsland netball Results - Round 16

A Grade: Inverloch Kongwak 48 d Nar Nar Goon 36, Phillip Island 59 d Kilcunda Bass 17, Koo Wee Rup 54 d Bunyip 43, Dalyston 81 d Garfield 19, Korumburra Bena 61 d Cora Lynn 29.

B Grade: Inverloch Kongwak 51 d Nar Nar Goon 28, Phillip Island 77 d Kilcunda Bass 17, Koo Wee Rup 43 d Bunyip 30, Dalyston 75 d Garfield 15, Korumburra Bena 37 d Cora Lynn 36.

C Grade: Inverloch Kongwak 46 d Nar Nar Goon 22, Phillip Island 65 d Kilcunda Bass 18, Koo Wee Rup 33 d Bunyip 23, Dalyston 42 d Garfield 20, Cora Lynn 26 d Korumburra Bena 24.

Under 17: Inverloch Kongwak 40 d Nar Nar Goon 12, Phillip Island 65 d Kilcunda Bass 15, Bunyip 42 d Koo Wee

Rup 25, Dalyston 44 d Garfield 8, Korumburra Bena 31 d Cora Lynn 13.

Under 15: Inverloch Kongwak 33 d Nar Nar Goon 7, Phillip Island 58 d Kilcunda Bass 2, Koo Wee Rup 29 d Bunyip 17, Dalyston 26 d Garfield 13, Korumburra Bena 16 d Cora Lynn 11.

Under 13: Inverloch Kongwak 29 d Nar Nar Goon 21, Phillip Island 56 d Kilcunda Bass 1, Koo Wee Rup 24 d Bunyip 17, Dalyston 35 d Garfield 2, Cora Lynn 27 d Korumburra Bena 16.

Ladders

A Grade Phillip Island......192.39 Dalyston .............161.57 Koo Wee Rup .....142.86 Korum-Bena ......161.51 Invver-K’wak ....130.27 Nar Nar Goon......124.33 Bunyip ...................96.02 Cora Lynn..............82.27 Kilcunda-Bass .......39.48 Garfield .................24.29

56 52 48 44 44 28 28 12 4 4

B Grade Koo Wee Rup .....152.59 Bunyip ................171.76 Dalyston .............152.45 Korum-Bena ......154.73 Cora Lynn ..........143.07 Phillip Island .......131.57 Invver-K’wak ......109.97 Nar Nar Goon........58.85 Garfield .................40.34 Kilcunda-Bass .......27.60 C Grade Phillip Island......203.72 Invver-K’wak ....191.37 Bunyip ................166.58 Korum-Bena ......143.64 Koo Wee Rup .....143.39 Cora Lynn............104.95 Dalyston ................87.18 Nar Nar Goon........60.00 Garfield .................36.22 Kilcunda-Bass .......31.74 Under 17 Korum-Bena ......202.68 Bunyip ................215.83 Phillip Island......198.53 Dalyston .............128.64 Cora Lynn ..........134.39

52 50 50 48 42 34 20 12 12 0 58 58 48 38 36 32 26 10 8 6 64 56 48 36 34

Koo Wee Rup ...... 118.39 Invver-K’wak ...... 115.63 Nar Nar Goon........39.34 Kilcunda-Bass .......33.60 Garfield .................23.27 Under 15 Phillip Island...... 211.89 Cora Lynn ..........183.56 Korum-Bena ......177.90 Dalyston .............152.60 Invver-K’wak ....151.94 Koo Wee Rup ........98.32 Nar Nar Goon........85.33 Bunyip ...................84.38 Garfield .................59.71 Kilcunda-Bass .........7.87 Under 13 Cora Lynn ..........288.89 Phillip Island......240.00 Invver-K’wak ....181.36 Koo Wee Rup .....156.68 Korum-Bena ......140.50 Bunyip .................139.52 Dalyston ..............132.93 Nar Nar Goon........96.49 Garfield .................25.55 Kilcunda-Bass .........2.27

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Results - Round 15 August 4

A Grade: Fish Creek 36 d Toora 30, Foster 50 d Stony Creek 25.

B Grade: Toora 32 d Fish Creek 16, Foster 39 d Stony Creek 35.

C Grade: Fish Creek 29 d Toora 11, Stony Creek 25 d Foster 14.

17 & Under: Fish Creek 28 d Toora 15, Foster 37 d Stony Creek 20.

15 & Under: Fish

Creek 22 d Toora 19, Foster 54 d Stony Creek 2.

13 & Under: Toora 27 d Fish Creek 14, Foster 39 d Stony Creek 0.

Ladders

A Grade MDU ................... 197.10 Fish Creek .......... 139.89 Foster.................. 145.32 Toora .................. 125.24 Stony Creek........... 66.41 Tarwin ................... 31.28 B Grade Toora .................. 229.94 MDU ................... 198.55

54 40 38 32 16 0 60 48

Fish Creek .......... 127.99 Foster.................... 92.07 Stony Creek........... 53.56 Tarwin ................... 38.90 C Grade Fish Creek .......... 173.80 MDU ....................162.11 Toora .................. 103.91 Tarwin .................. 72.69 Stony Creek........... 76.97 Foster..................... 53.39 17 & Under MDU ................... 238.30 Foster.................. 163.19 Fish Creek .......... 157.49 Stony Creek ......... 51.88 Tarwin ................... 50.17

36 24 8 4

56 52 32 20 16 4 56 44 44 20 8

Toora ..................... 46.01 15 & Under Foster.................. 285.06 Fish Creek .......... 142.22 MDU ................... 136.54 Tarwin ................ 135.41 Toora ..................... 78.53 Stony Creek........... 12.73 13 & Under MDU ................... 519.15 Foster.................. 375.45 Toora .................. 127.73 Fish Creek ............ 63.13 Stony Creek........... 27.52 Tarwin ................... 25.52

8 54 40 36 34 16 0 54 50 40 22 8 6

LDNA results Results - Saturday August 4

11 & Under Section 1: St Laurence Gold 17 d Inverloch-Kongwak 2, Mt Eccles Yellow 16 d Mt Eccles Pink 2, Mirboo North 9 d St Laurence Maroon 8.

11 & Under Section 2: Town 6 d Mt Eccles 2, Inverloch-Kongwak 10 d Mirboo North 0.

13 & Under Section 1: Mirboo North 17 d Inverloch-Kongwak 8, Mt Eccles Silver 22 d St Laurence Blue 8.

13 & Under Section 2: Korumburra-Bena 18 d St Laurence 6, Mt Eccles Blue 17 d Town 16, Parrots 21 d Mirboo North 7, Mt Eccles Purple 10 d Inverloch-Kongwak 6.

15 & Under: Mt Eccles Blue 32 d Mirboo North 13, Mt Eccles Pink 20 d Town Black 17, St Laurence 22 d Town Tangerine 12.

17 & Under / C Grade: Mirboo North 35 d St Laurence 15, Town 37 d Mt Eccles White 29, Meeniyan & District 67 d Mt Eccles Blue 25.

Open: Town Black 36

U15

Mirboo North 17 def

by Newborough 32.

Mirboo North IGA best on court: Jas Woods.

Jump and Climb coach’s award: Casey Pocklington and Meg Harris.

It was a tough game against the top side.

There were some great passages of play that the team is proud of and will keep up the hard work at training.

Single player entry or team entry for all sections Season commences: Aug 20 All Entries Close: Aug 16

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d Town Tangerine 26, Mt Eccles 33 d St Laurence 26, MDU 59 d Mirboo North 30.

Ladders

13 & Under Section 1 Mirboo North ......... 191 24 St Laur Maroon .......119 20 St Laurence Blue ...... 91 16 Mt Eccles Silver ...... 124 15 Inverloch-K’wak ........ 49 8 13 & Under Section 2 Inverloch-K’wak .... 192 22 Korum-Bena ........... 161 20 Parrots ..................... 169 18 Mt Eccles Purple .... 127 13 St Laurence ................ 74 10 Mt Eccles Blue ........... 70 8 Town........................... 68 6 Mirboo North ............. 44 4 15 & Under St Laurence ............. 140 21 Mt Eccles Blue ........ 129 18 Town Black ............... 93 13 Town Tangerine .........90 11 Mt Eccles Pink ........... 98 10 Mirboo North ............. 68 5 17 & Under / C Grade Meeniyan & Dist .....211 22 Mirboo North ......... 153 22 Town ........................ 114 16 Mt Eccles Blue .......... 72 8 St Laurence ................ 65 6 Mt Eccles White ......... 59 4 Open MDU ........................ 170 24 Mt Eccles ..................114 20 Town Black ............. 107 18 Town Tangerine ........ 85 7 St Laurence ................ 84 5 Mirboo North ............. 70 4

Desperate: Stony Creek and Foster players make a lunge for the ball. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz.

LDNA umpires Saturday, August 11

11am: Lori McKenzie, Steph Thoonen, Cayli Lane, Sue Ritchie, Pat Kuhne, Lilly Worsfold, Barb Challis, Anita Gourlay, Erin Baudinette, Jesseme Arnason, Katrina Spark, Phil Smith, Emma Smith, Anna Patterson, Angelique Dunlevie, Hannah Patterson.

12noon: Sophie Clarke, Abagail Exelby, Amy Smith, Angelique Dunlevie, Britt Price, Sue Ritchie, Pat Kuhne, Jade Hamilton, Anna Patterson, Ashleigh Poland, Maddie Brew, Mitch Price.

1pm: Barb Challis, Lorri McKenzie, Phil Smith, Cayli Lane, Emma Smith, Bek Vagg.

2:20pm: Steph Thoonen, Jesseme Arnason, Erin Baudinette, Anita Gourlay, Katrina Spark, Mitch Price.

Tigers clash with Newborough

Sections: Senior Ladies: start 6.30pm Junior 15 & Under girls or mixed: Start 6.00pm Junior 13 & Under girls or mixed: Start 6.00pm

Enquiries: Wendy 0400 534 694 Mandy 0409 868 470 or jbongers@dcsi.net.au

Great game: Foster and Stony Creek battled it out on the netball court on Saturday. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz.

Strong player: Korumburra’s centre Gemma Dixon played well in Saturday’s game against Cora Lynn.

la. Mirboo North IGA coach’s award: Lucy Edmondson.

Although it was a good win, the game was a bit scrappy.

The team needs to pick things up a bit before finals.

D Grade

Mirboo North 28 def

by Newborough 45.

Craig Young best on court: Allison Snell. Mirboo North IGA coach’s U17 award: Kate Vansittart.

It was a great effort.

Mirboo North 54 def The girls fought hard and Newborough 37.

Traf Men’s and Boys’ made them work for the best on court: Jaime Chi- win.

C Grade

Mirboo North 30 def

by Newborough 44 Traf Men’s and Boys’ best on court: Amy Symmons. Mirboo North IGA coach’s award: Steph St Ellen.

It was a solid three quarters with a level score at three quarter time. The Tigers need to put four quarters together heading into finals.

B Grade

Mirboo North 43 def

by Newborough 55.

Mirboo North IGA best on court: Ash Hilliar. Lamezleighs coach’s

award: Jayne Quigley.

It was a good effort from the Tigers.

It was a tough game.

They will keep working hard at training as they head into finals.

A Grade

Mirboo North 41 def

by Newborough 51.

Mirboo North Hotel best on court: Mikaeli Hilliar.

Mirboo North IGA coach’s award: Charlie Chila.

They were beaten by a better team on the day.

There are lots of things to work on in the coming weeks.

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Schools give basketball a go GRADE 3 and 4 students from three Wonthaggi schools took the basketball court on Friday.

The participating schools were Wonthaggi, Wonthaggi North and St Joseph’s Primary School.

A round robin was held throughout the day at the Wonthaggi North facilities.

The games were not scored. The tournament was an opportunity for students to give a new sport a go and to get involved with interschool teams.

Students are encouraged to take part in school activities, and are also encouraged to take their skills into different sporting associations outside of school.

It was also an opportunity for the students to meet peers from neighbouring schools.

Big day: Mirboo North and Newborough netballers came together to support H4H (Headbands for Haley) in memory of Mirboo North club member Haley Anderson on Saturday.

This year, Mirboo North Football Netball Club raised funds for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation.

• Leongatha table tennis

Top Dogs are the top dogs JOSE Shelton and Keiron Bright, team Top Dogs, proved exactly that in the A Reserve grand final played on Wednesday, July 25.

The first of the singles matches was a tight affair and with a bit of luck Danny Rawlings could have snatched a win for the Killers.

However, he could not land the final blow to do the job and after levelling at two games all, he succumbed in the fifth game going down 10/12. In the second singles, Keiron was too talented for the Killers’ Robin McKinnon and cruised to

a straight three game win.

The doubles was then a must win for the Killers and after losing the first two games they fought back to level at two all.

Again with just a bit of luck they could have completed an amazing comeback, but it was not to be.

Top Dogs took the rubber 12/10 in the fifth game and the glory of a grand final win Congratulations to all players on a fine effort; the club will see you all next week to start the spring competition.

The email is leongathatt@hotmail.com, or contact Bill Haw on 0409 217 900 or Kevin Dowling 03 5662 5578. Information is also on

the website.

The KeenAger’s social group would also welcome anybody who wishes to participate in a friendly social atmosphere each Tuesday and Thursday morning from 9am to 12pm.

This session is open to all abilities and everyone is welcome to come and give it a go. Coffee break is at 10am. Tea/coffee and biscuits supplied all for $4.

The centre is available for any other group who would like to use it at a different time.

Anyone wishing to join the social mornings of table tennis can get more information from Ian on 5662 5578.

Team spirit: Wonthaggi Primary School had two teams competing in the basketball tournament on Friday.

Fun day: students from St Joseph’s Primary School had a great time participating in Friday’s basketball tournament.

On the court: Wonthaggi North Primary School students Brad, Alex, Battista, Jaxon (coach), Tyler, Jarrah and Jourdan were ready for their next match in Friday’s basketball tournament.

Good match: Killers’ Robin McKinnon and Well done: Top Dogs Keiron Bright and Jose Danny Rawlings were runners up in the A Shelton won the A Reserve grand final.

Reserve grand final.

• Meeniyan basketball

Basketball kicks off MEENIYAN Basketball starts Friday, August 10.

All players are asked to be 10 minutes early the first week to collect tops and help to keep all games on time.

Hope you all enjoy the season and please help to keep Meeniyan basketball going.

Let’s remember it’s a game and strive for all players to get a fair go.

The coaches and umpires are there as volunteers so let’ s be kind to them; if you have any issues please see Kim Byrnes or Darlene Jones.

Other committee members are also available to talk to at any time.

Thanks for being apart of Meeniyan basketball and hope to see you there Section 2: Angus Cousins, Lenny Mackie, Conor Sellings, Charlie Potter, Liam O’Neill, Bryn Jackson, Anthony Masiewicz, Olivia Pedley, Lucas Moore, Brody Smedley, Maddi Johnston, Tyson Tumino, and Casey Tumino.

All start at 4pm; please be early.

Section 3: Tan: coach Peter Waldron; Georgia Hamilton, Jack Wightman, Brody McEwan, Jade Cousins, Kira Waldron and Nathan Wright.

Maroon: coach Gary Webster; Erik Webster, Angus McInnes, Jacob McRae, Mary McInnes, Kelsey Fisher, Angel Alexander and Skylah Pedley.

Green: coach Colleen Herbert; Maddi Herbert, Chelsea Elliott, Saf-

fron Kohlman, Jarvis Lacey, Elijah Butler-Reid, Charlie Robertson and Tyler Laing.

Blue: coach Darlene Jones; Kirra Jones, Scott Mackie, Ryan Marshman, Ozzy Pedley, Aliarna Wright and Sienna Musilli.

Yellow: coach Danielle Mackie; Burke Vanderzalm, Sharni Campbell, Aiden Elliott, Archer Curtis, Isabella Mackie and Sienna Bell.

Silver: coach Rory Hanks/Alej Lacanaria; Juan Lacanaria, Lachlan Bell, Archie Moore, Kyran Friebe, Sophie Kenney, Allison Oliver and Emily Ellery-Burke.

Black: coach Tim Bright; Zak Bright, Brayden Sellings, Brody McNaughton, Lincoln Hamilton, Tegan Elliott, Olivia Masiewicz and Riley Ladiges.

Red: coach Gene Vanderzalm; Farrah Vanderzalm, Zara Jones, Jade McLennan, Jordan Cleator, Brody Laing, Jai Brocklebank and Nenita Lacanaria.

Please be 10 minutes early to collect top.

August 10: 5pm Black v Yellow, scorers Sellings and Campbell; 5.40pm Silver v Blue, scorers Bell and Mackie; 6.20pm Red v Tan, scorers Fisher and Hamilton; 7pm Green v Maroon, scorers Elliott and McInnes.

August 17: 5pm Green v Tan, scorers Kohlman and Wightman; 5.40pm Yellow v Red, scorers Elliott and Laing; 6.20pm Blue v Maroon, scorers Marshman and McRae; 7pm

Black v Silver, scorers McNaughton and Moore.

August 24: 5pm Black v Red, scorers Maisewicz and Brocklebank; 5.40pm Tan v Maroon, scorers Cousins and Cleator; 6.20pm Silver v Green, scorers Friebe and Lacey; 7pm Yellow v Blue, scorers Curtis and Pedley.

Section 4: Black: coach Doug Hanks; Rhys Lindsay, Rory Hanks, Jai Bright, Adrian Ballagh, Ben Cantwell, Mikayla Pedley and Conor Salmons.

Red: coach Gene Vanderzalm; Alej Lacanaria, Harry Vanderzalm, Elly Jones, Will McDonald, Lachie Elliott and Lucas Vanderzalm.

Blue: coach Tim Bright; Stuart Bright, Sam Bright, Bryce Judd, Flynn Moore, Isobel Pedley and Hughie Elliott.

Green: coach Rory Harrington; John Phillips, Riley Drysdale, Aaron Farrell, Gemma Drysdale and Dylan Hicks.

Please be 10 minutes early to collect top.

August 15: 5.30pm Red v Blue, scorers McDonald and Bright; 6.20pm Black v Green, scorers Ballagh and Phillips.

August 22: 5.30pm Red v Black, scorers Elliott and Salmons; 6.20pm Green v Blue, scorers Farrell and Judd.

August 29: 5.30pm Black v Blue, scorers Cantwell and Moore; 6.20pm Red v Green, scorers Jones and Drysdale.

• Table tennis

Coldplay wins LAST week’s A Reserve grand final was a thriller.

Coldplay (Denis, Jack and Charley Donohue) defeated Smashing Pumpkins (Leanne Costello, Siobhan Paxton and Sue Macknamara) five games to four in one of the best matches of the season.

Coldplay won both doubles which finally clinched the win.

It is interesting to know that a Donohue family team has won a grand final in previous years; 46 years ago in 1972. It was a ladies team; Irene, Kathy and Iris Donohue.

Irene and Denis are grandparents to Charley and Jack.

Newsworthy too; it is only the second time in 46 years that a team of three ladies competed in a Wonthaggi table tennis grand final.

Accolades go to the runners up Leanne, Siobhan and Sue. B Grade matches have been hard fought in the two weeks since the start of the second season.

Mustangs (Jack Donohue and Blake Stivic) are currently leading the charge.

GTR (Levi Clarke and Toby Earle) are in second spot, just one single game behind Mustangs.

Ferrari (Jackson Baker and Harvey Smith) are in third place.

Braden Andrighetto and Jackson Baker are equal leading players.

With nine very even teams in B Grade, it will be a highly competitive season.

A Reserve starts this week with seven teams playing test matches to check whether the competition will be evenly played out.

Premiers: Charley, Dennis and Jack Donohue won the A Reserve grand final.

Winning Donohues: another Donohue team, Irene Kathy and Iris, were premiers in 1972.

Justin Licis is holding his place as leading player in A Grade.

It is good to see some new faces this season at social table tennis and

several players from 2017 back at Access for All Abilities.

For further information, phone Nancy Pattinson on 5674 4628.

Grants to boost sporting communities FLINDERS MP Greg Hunt encouraged local sporting groups to apply for the Federal Government’s $29.7 million Community Sport Infrastructure Grant Program.

The program will enable sport

organisations to apply for grants up to $500,000.

“Sporting facilities are vital for inspiring physical activity and health, but also for building community spirit and pride,” Mr Hunt said.

“I encourage sport and community groups to collaborate and think about projects that could enhance our facilities around the electorate.

Even the smallest of facility proj-

ects can have a big impact on boosting local business, economy, health and social cohesiveness.”

Applications will remain open until September 14 and more information on the Community Sport Infrastructure grant program can be found at https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/ community_sport_infrastructure_ grant_program.

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SPORT | FOOTBALL Mid Gippsland ladders SENIORS Trafalgar.......... 191.26 Yall-Yall North ... 212.05 Yinnar............. 170.60 Mirboo North .... 158.26 Thorpdale ........ 118.93 Morwell East ..........97.41 Newborough ..........83.29 Yarragon ................83.78 Hill End ..................51.72 Boolarra .................19.05

64 52 50 46 36 32 26 22 12 0

RESERVES Yall-Yall North ... 497.13 Mirboo North .... 198.81 Yinnar............. 188.38 Newborough ..... 168.73 Trafalgar.......... 105.39 Yarragon ................77.27 Morwell East ..........67.77 Hill End ..................45.85 Thorpdale ...............59.84 Boolarra .................26.36

68 52 52 48 44 20 20 16 12 8

THIRDS

• Mirboo North v Newborough

Tigers topple Newborough REIGNING Mid Gippsland premier Mirboo North retained the Ron Skinner Memorial Trophy when it accounted for Newborough by 56 points on the club’s annual H4H Day at Tigerland on Saturday.

In memory of late Tigers’ netballer Haley An-

FOURTHS Trafalgar..........283.38 Hill End ...........228.30 Yinnar.............159.04 Boolarra ........... 89.96 Yall-Yall North .... 68.34 Morwell East .........40.29 Mirboo North ........46.23

87 83 64 43 36 27 10

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Yallourn-Yall Nth 21.29.155 Boolarra 0.2,2 Trafalgar 10.10.70 Yinnar 8.9.57 Morwell East 7.17.59 Yarragon 7.8.50 Thorpdale 22.18.150 Hill End 8.4.52 RESERVES Yallourn-Yall Nth 25.17.167 Boolarra 0.2.2 Yinnar 11.12.78 Trafalgar 5.5.35 Yarragon 15.12.102 Morwell East 2.7.19 Hill End 7.10.52 Thorpdale 7.8.50 THIRDS Trafalgar 15.7.97 Yinnar 3.2.20 FOURTHS Trafalgar 6.11.47 Yinnar 1.6.12 Hill End 8.14.62 Morwell East 2.6.18 Yallourn-Yall Nth 7.10.52 Boolarra 4.9.33

Mirboo North goals: J. Robertson 4, L. Palmer 2, R. Oddy 1, C. Bennett 1, M. Wightman 1, B. Stoertebecker 1, L. Powell 1, T. Traill 1.

Newborough goals: W. Webster 1, J. Grant 1, M. Slattery 1, M. Rosato 1.

Mirboo North best: J. Robertson, C. Bennett, B. Stoertebecker, K. Berchtold, L. Powell, J. Brooks.

Newborough best: M. Slattery, W. Smith, M. Rosato, D. McColl, M. Sawyer, J. Whittaker.

RESERVES

% 169.68 161.11 132.55 86.08 102.66 99.70 98.83 88.92 55.53 53.86

• Tyabb v Breakers

THE Bass Coast Breakers ventured to Tyabb to play its first game under lights.

Last year’s premiers had some key inclusions in the side ensuring it would be a tough contest.

The Breakers got on the board early with Kay Thomas finding space directly in front and kicking truly.

Tyabb answered quickly and there was no doubt this was going to be a good contest.

At the end of the

Pts 42 36 36 36 32 28 28 26 20 20

YOUTH GIRLS % 852.63 271.72 223.12 89.69 60.40 53.49 19.97

destroyed when 2016 premiership stars Adam Kennedy and Robert Wilson were struck down with match-ending hamstring tears.

Mirboo North’s overall dominance saw it produce feverish football in the first half, where it booted 7.6 to the visitors’ miserable single behind.

Despite the mighty Tigers’ continual opening quarter ball bombardment into their forward 50, the Doggies’ resilience held the home side to a lead of 15 points at the first break.

Mat Slattery, Wade Smith, Michael Rosato and Dominic McColl were keenly gaining possessions for Newborough, but too many of the Doggies’ disposals were being blocked by defenders Kris Berchtold, Julian Blackford, Jacob Blair, Riley Oddy and Tristan Salerno.

As well, Joe Brooks’ ruckwork was opening up plenty of opportunities for Mitchell Wightman, Clancy Bennett, Jake Nash and Lloyd Powell to quickly move the Sherrin out of the clustered midfield and into the Tigers’ scoring zone.

The blustery breeze

that aided Mirboo North reduced itself to a zephyr during the second quarter, just when Newborough needed it most.

The stronger and hungrier Tigers continued to muscle themselves into every contested ball tussle with plenty of hustle and bustle.

Eleven minutes into the term, Tim Traill snapped Mirboo North’s third goal and what followed from the Tigers in general and Jack Robertson in particular, was game-changing stuff.

As Newborough charged forward, Zach Kilgower held a brilliant intercept mark and perfect foot passes around the bottom side of the oval involving him, Darryl Mayman, Traill and Ben Stoertebecker reached Robertson, who popped through Mirboo North’s fourth major.

Three minutes later Brooks, Dom Pinneri and Fraser Austin combined to find Robertson, who marked and converted again from medium range.

Robertson picked up a ground ball and kicked his third goal, before Bennett’s 45-metre drop punt pass hit

its target – and it was four goals in eight minutes from Mirboo North’s ‘best since Bernie Mercer and Bernie Rogers’ triple premiership rover.

Newborough’s first goal finally arrived when Billy Webster found the wide opening during the third quarter, but the Tigers continued to build on their lead with four majors of their own.

At the last change, Taylor praised his men for their unflagging work rate, fearless endeavor and ruthless tackling and urged them to keep the pressure on their faltering opponents.

When the Tigers quickly brought up their 11th goal inside a minute of the final term, it seemed they were an unstoppable train – but then the Bulldogs hopped aboard and jammed their air brakes on.

Rather than withering on the vine, green shoots appeared for Newborough, with successive goals coming from Slattery and Rosato.

Bennett goaled from directly in front after receiving a 50-metre penalty for a late tackle, that produced his first goal for 2018 and

Move out: Clancy Bennett kept the ball out of danger in the Seniors match.

Mirboo North’s 12th for the game.

James Grant marked strongly and booted the Bulldogs’ fourth major from the 50-metre line, after the final siren had sounded.

This Saturday, Mirboo North meets second placed Yallourn Yallourn North at George Bates Reserve Yallourn North, before most

likely playing Thorpdale in the elimination final at Boolarra Recreation Reserve on Sunday, August 19.

In the meantime, Tigerland will be rested and groomed daily by head groundsman Paul Pugh, who says he’ll have it “looking like Wembley” for the qualifying finals on Saturday, August 18.

• Neerim South v Poowong

Breakers take on Poowong overpower Neerim South travreigning premiers POOWONG elled to Neerim

UNDER 10 Leongatha Green 2.4.16 Yallourn North 0.0.0 Leongatha Green goals: M. Carter 1, T. Geary 1.

Best: K. Geary, R. Gray, F. Livingstone, M. Richards, M. Carter, Y. Ratnaike.

UNDER 12 Leongatha Gold 5.3.33 Yinnar 4.4.28

Leongatha Gold goals: M. Croatto 2, R. Dal Pozzo 2, Z. Lamers 1.

D % Pts Best: Z. Lamers, B. Trotman, A. 0 324.64 44 Williams, K. Arnason, T. Piasente, 0 235.19 44 J. Brown.

0 269.95 40 Leongatha Green 9.6.60 0 242.78 40 Yallourn North 0.0.0 0 178.12 36 Leongatha Green goals: J. Calla0 218.11 32 han 4, W. Brown 3, K. McGrath 3, 0 128.29 24 J. Fixter 2, A. Fixter 2, E. Pitts 1, B. 0 74.59 20 VanderZalm 1, B. McRae 1.

0 79.42 16 Best: H. Livingstone, R. Androna0 22.00 8 co, W. Brown, J. Callahan, J. Fix0 23.11 4 ter, T. Goldsmith.

0 13.36 4

W L D New Blues.......10 0 0 Mirboo North ...8 3 0 Newb Reds ......6 4 0 Morwell .........4 6 0 Trafalgar.........4 6 0 Moe................... 3 7 0 Churchill............ 1 10 0

Mirboo North goals: S. Kennedy 6, R. Kratzat 3, C. White 2, D. Fahey 1, T. Hart 1.

Yallourn Yallourn North goals: J. Redman 2, L. Fry 2, Z. Keenan 2, D. Smith 1, D. Keyhoe 1, B. Harding 1.

Mirboo North best: L. Oddy, S. Kennedy, C. White, R. Kratzat, J. Burgess-Pincini.

Yallourn Yallourn North best: L. Fry, D. Keyhoe, R. Lacey, Z. Keenan, D. Smith, M. McEwan.

Mirboo North 12.10.82 Newborough 6.9.45

UNDER 12 W L Yinnar............11 1 L’gatha Gold ....11 2 L’gatha Green...10 3 Hill & Rovers ...10 3 Mirboo North ...9 4 Moe................... 8 5 Trafalgar ............ 6 7 Morwell Royal ... 5 8 Morwell Navy .... 4 9 New Reds.......... 2 11 New Blues ......... 1 12 Yallourn Nth ...... 1 12

Mirboo North 13.12.90 Yallourn-Yall Nth 9.3.57

Mirboo North goals: D. Taylor 6, C. Le Page 2, P. Taylor 2, S. Rogers 1, T. Mc Allister 1.

Newborough goals: M. Rowl-

UNDER 14 D 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0

ings 2, J. Jacovou 1, A. Bertoli 1, P. Frendo 1, S. Cordner 1.

Mirboo North best: S. Peters, D. Taylor , D. McLean, P. Taylor, J. Grande, B. Maxwell.

Newborough best: J. Movchan, S. Janiw, E. Price, B. Taylor, D. Drowley, W. Troy.

THIRDS

Mirboo North 12.16.88 Newborough 4.6.30

LEONGATHA JUNIOR FOOTY CGJFL ladders L 2 4 4 4 5 6 6 6 8 8

derson – who died from ovarian cancer in March 2017 – over $2000 was raised for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation with a giant afternoon tea and sales of H4H merchandise.

The mighty Tigers’ victory ended Newborough’s slim chance of reaching this season’s finals, with a tradesmen-like, true-blue, all-in buy-in of playing coach Josh Taylor’s game plan.

Any hopes Newborough had of being a competitive force were

SENIORS

Trafalgar..........484.51 100 Yinnar.............221.36 71 Newborough .....100.33 43 Yall-Yall North .... 62.14 29 Mirboo North ..... 54.77 20

W Morwell Royal ..8 New Blues.......7 L’gatha Gold ....7 Trafalgar.........7 Yinnar............5 Hill & Rovers..... 5 L’gatha Green .... 5 Yallourn Nth ...... 4 Mirboo North .... 2 Moe................... 3

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Pts 48 36 32 24 24 20 8

UNDER 14 Leongatha Gold 4.8.32 Yinnar 3.9.27

Leongatha Gold goals: P. Winmar 2, W. Croatto 1, A. Kemper 1.

Best: T. Burt, R. Weaver, D. Ward, R. Checkley, K. Scrimshaw, J. Leeden.

Yallourn North 6.8.44 Leongatha Green 4.5.29 Leongatha Green goals: J. Helms 2, T. McRae 1, T. Hanily 1.

Best: T. Hanily, T. Cumming, H. Martin, K. Jarvis, J. McRae, W. Dawson.

first quarter, the Breakers trailed 2.1-13 to 3.2-20.

The second quarter was a tight affair with both teams asserting strong physical pressure at every contest.

A long bomb from captain Chelsea Connell and quick snap from Tilly Sandbach got the scores back to level going into the main break.

In the first real test for the backline, it held up to the pressure with Jules Redmond and Emma Volard leading the way.

Gemma Tschiderer scored the Breakers only goal for the quarter after taking a strong contested mark in the goal square.

The Breakers knew they had room to improve and started the final term in the right fashion with a goal from Jules Redmond coming straight from a centre clearance.

Consistently winning the ball out of the middle and with increased forward pressure keeping most of the play in the Breakers forward line they finished the game strongly with two more goals from Kelly O’Neill and Ella Angarane.

The Breakers take on second placed Seaford for the last game of the home and away season Sunday, August 12, 1pm at Dalyston.

Final score: Breakers 8.4-52 defeated Tyabb 5.3-33.

Goal kickers: K. Thomas 2, J. Redmond, T. Sandbach , G. Tschiderer, K. O’Neill, C. Connell, and E. Angarane.

Best players: J. Redmond, E. Volard, J. Russo, K. O’Neill, T. Angarane and R. Slavin.

South on Saturday.

The ground was in good condition and the weather mild, which is often not the case in August.

Poowong was looking for a victory in the Seniors and Reserves to push towards a finals berth hoping Ellinbank did not cause an upset and defeat Catani in the Seniors.

Poowong regained Trevor Hooker, Tim Francis and Josh Chivaroli this week with only Ben Hancock hopefully back next week; this will result in the first full list of available players.

Tim Hancock led the team on to the ground in his 100th Senior game.

Tim has been a real stalwart for Poowong over the tough years.

Poowong kicked to the Noojee end of the ground against the breeze.

The game opened at a brisk pace with Neerim hoping to get a break on Poowong and managed the first goal.

Poowong worked the ball around and started with a rushed behind before Chris Robinson marked and goaled.

Poowong added a point

Reach: Poowong’s Michael Harris was evenly matched with his Neerim South opponent in the Seniors match. before before a pass from Chris Robinson to Trevor Hooker resulted in Poowong’s second.

Neerim was working hard and came back with two goals one from a snap and the other a running goal to take a four point lead into the second quarter.

Poowong opened the second quarter determined to open up a margin by half time.

Thomas Wyatt goaled from a snap.

Jake Cochrane added a point before Michael Harris added a goal after receiving a free kick for a good tackle.

Poowong was working hard and Lachie Green added a good running goal.

Michael Harris added his second from a hand pass but missed a golden opportunity after marking in the square and missing everything.

Chris Doria’s snap found the points.

Trevor Hooker’s snap just before half time rolled through the big opening to open up a 29 point lead at the long break.

The score was Poowong 7.5.47 to Neerim 3.0.18.

Neerim came out after the break and tried to go

forward but the back line of Poowong held firm allowing only one point for the quarter.

A late tackle on Thomas Wyatt led to a down field penalty and 50 metres but the result was a point.

Jake Hazendonk passed to Chris Robinson who kicked his second goal followed by a point to Jake Hazendonk, Thomas Wyatt goaled from a free kick being awarded to Poowong after his previous goal attempt went out of bounds on the full.

At three quarter time Poowong was leading by 43 points 9.8.62 to Neerim 3.1.19 Poowong was determined to improve its percentage with the wind and Neerim was determined to restrict Poowong’s forward thrusts. Poowong started to play short and this resulted in a poor last quarter with the only goal coming from a great running effort by Josh Chivaroli after they had kicked two points.

A couple of poor efforts by players dropping easy chest marks did not help the cause to go forward.

Neerim came back and kicked its fourth goal for the game; Poowong could only add two more points in a very disappointing quarter

of football.

If it continues to play around like this its finals appearance will be short lived as stronger clubs will seize the opportunity and make it pay.

Final scores were Poowong 10.12.72 to Neerim South 4.1.25.

Poowong with the four points moved back into the five after Ellinbank’s 14 point loss to Catani.

This week, Poowong plays Buln Buln at home while Ellinbank take on Nyora away.

Both results will have a bearing on the finals run home.

Poowong will need to play four quarters of football to hold its place in the final five.

Neerim South will worry sides in last two games as it moved the ball well around the ground but Poowong’s defence held strong restricting Neerims scoring.

Goal kickers: two to Chris Robinson, Trevor Hooker, Mitch Harris and Thomas Wyatt with singles to Lachie Green and Josh Chivaroli.

Best players: Matt Cozzio, Josh Chivaroli, Chris Robinson, Mitch Harris, Joseph Bisognin and Tim Francis.

Wonthaggi wows at state cross country WONTHAGGI Secondary College was well represented at the state cross country recently.

The event was held at Bundoora Park on Thursday, July 19.

Wonthaggi’s 12/13 year old boys’ team placed sixth, with Toby Challinor placing 34th, Blake Green 74th, Jake Dennerley 86th, Jed Rosenow 87th, and Luca Gleeson 88th.

Other placegetters were Laetitia Pugh 72nd, Kiara Brusamarello 67th, Jack Opitz 72nd, Jess Gislingham 16th and Ella Hughes 34th.

Well done: Wonthaggi Secondary College’s 12/13 year old boys’ team placed sixth in the state cross country. Pictured from left are Luca Gleeson, Jed Rosenow, Blake Green, Jake Dennerley and Toby Challinor.

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FOOTBALL | SPORT

thestar.com.au • Fish Creek Vs Toora

Fish Creek battle Toora

SENIORS LADDER W L D

Fish Ck....13 2 Stony Ck ..10 5 Foster ......8 7 Toora .......8 7 Tarwin ........6 9 MDU.......... 0 15

0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

206.01 176.16 125.42 109.22 65.13 31.13

52 40 32 32 24 0

GOALKICKERS K. Bergles (Stony) ........ (2) 73 T. McGowan (Foster) .... (5) 53 H. Hunt (Fish) .............. (2) 37 J. Byrnes (Stony) ......... (1) 29 B. Mitchell (Toora) ....... (2) 25 M. Andrews (Toora) ..... (0) 22 J. Kennedy (Tarw) ........ (0) 21 B. Cooper (Fish) ........... (1) 19 B. Osborne (Toora)....... (1) 18 J. Nolan (Stony) ........... (1) 18

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Stony Ck ..13 2 Fish Ck....12 3 Foster ......8 7 Tarwin .... 5 10 MDU.......... 5 10 Toora ......... 2 13

0 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

179.76 174.88 121.50 102.61 61.40 41.66

52 48 32 20 20 8

GOALKICKERS B. Nolan (Stony) .......... (4) 51 K. McLean (Tarw) ......... (0) 41 A. Bright (Fish Ck)........ (2) 40 N. Mathieson (MDU) .... (0) 30 M. Green (Foster) ......... (2) 24 L. Anderson (Tarw) ...... (0) 22 L. Bourke (MDU) .......... (0) 17 B. Graham (Fish Ck) ..... (1) 17 J. Bright (Foster) .......... (0) 16 J. Byrnes (Stony) ......... (0) 15

THIRDS LADDER W L D

MDU........9 2 Fish Ck.....9 2 Stony Ck ...8 4 Foster ......3 9 Toora ......... 0 12 Tarwin ........0 0

1 1 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

303.53 213.01 194.04 54.53 12.14 00

38 38 32 12 0 0

GOALKICKERS C. Cary (Stony) ............ (3) 41 L. O’Neill (MDU) ........... (0) 25 S. Pearce (MDU) .......... (0) 20 K. Dorling (Fish) ........... (2) 17 B. Cantwell (MDU) ....... (0) 16 J. Bright (Stony) .......... (1) 15 Z. Duursma (Foster) ..... (4) 15 J. Stefani (Fish) ............ (5) 15 J. Standfield (Fish) ....... (1) 14 A. Wilson (Fish) ........... (0) 14

FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 16: August 11 MDU v Foster Stony Creek v Toora Tarwin v Fish Creek

MID GIPPSLAND Round 18: August 11 Hill End v Yarragon Newborough v Thorpdale Yall-Yall Nth v Mirboo North Morwell East v Trafalgar Yinnar v Boolarra

GIPPSLAND Round 16: August 11 Traralgon v Moe Warragul v Maffra

WEST GIPPSLAND Round 17: August 11 Cora Lynn v Phillip Island Dalyston v Bunyip Inver-K’wak v Kil-Bass KooWeeRup v Nar Nar Goon Korumburra-Bena v Garfield

IT is no wonder Saturday.

Toora is the side that they whacked some is definitely on the imwind turbines at prove and took on top of the top of the Toora the table Fish Creek in a hills because by jin- game that probably has no bearing on the final make gos by crikey it was of ladder positions but was blowing there on going to be a good indicator of just where both sides SENIORS

Fish Creek 11.12.78 Toora 5.8.38 Fish Creek Goals: A. Seccull 3, H. Hunt 2, T. Manne 2, T. Cameron 1, G. Park 1, A. Wilson 1, B. Cooper 1 Toora Goals: B. Mitchell 2, M. O’Sullivan 1, B. Osborne 1, P. Grant 1 Fish Creek Best: E. Park, B. Harfield/Park, A. Seccull, C. Macri, N. Oaten, G. Park Toora Best: J. Pintus, P. Grant, J. Griffin, J. Attard, R. Moor, J. Manton RESERVES

Fish Creek 7.7.49 Toora 3.4.22 Fish Creek Goals: A. Bright 2, A. Wilson 1, P. Mueller 1, L. Wake 1, T. Redpath 1, B. Graham 1 Toora Goals: C. Teuma 1, B.

Stone 1, Z. Clavarino 1 Fish Creek Best: L. Wake, M. Lindrea, E. O’Farrell, P. Mueller, T. McGannon, M. Francis Toora Best: Z. Clavarino, A. Hewson, B. Ferguson, M. Hilder, B. Stone, M. Stone THIRDS

Fish Creek 15.18.108 Toora 4.6.30 Fish Creek Goals: J. Stefani 5, J. Ewing 2, J. Haines 2, K. Dorling 2, W. Sands-morris 1, J. Standfield 1, L. Wake 1, A. Farrell 1 Toora Goals: T. Vening 3, A. Rhodes 1 Fish Creek Best: L. Bradbury, A. Farrell, L. Wake, J. Standfield, J. Haines, A. Tracy Toora Best: T. Vening, L. Cashmore, W. Theodore, A. Hewson, A. Walker, A. Rhodes

are at this stage.

Toora won the toss of the coin and kicked with the wind and attacked early through Griffin and Manton kicking the opener of the match.

Mitchell had his pies attacking early throughout his midfield and Toora went two goals up early.

Contested footy was the key in the first stanza and Fishy looked a little rattled as the Toora on-ballers applied immense pressure.

Kicking into the wind the Roos were able to find goals through Seccull and Cooper to keep things square at the first breather.

The second quarter started well for the Roos with Manne using Ethan Park to Hunt and the Roos got off to a flyer. Toora’s gun mids were battling to go with the likes of the two Parks, Cameron and Harfield-Park.

Oaten was tackling like a man possessed and Fishy skipped away.

Grant and Griffin along with Manton gave the only yelp for Toora, but the Kangas kicked away to a five goal lead at the main break.

After half time Toora came out swinging, literally, the heat was on and it rattled the Creek for a moment.

The Kangas steadied through Ethan Park, Bailey Hatfield-Park and Tom Cameron, they weathered the storm and surged the Fishy boys on.

Manton, Griffin and Grant were defiant and kept the black and white within reach. It seemed the rough stuff didn’t work for Toora as the Creek kept the five goal buffer going into the last.

Fish Creek had the breeze in the last and it

Pressure: Fish Creek’s Brent Cooper and Nick Oaten tackle Toora’s Brett Scarcella. seemed it would skip away.

Credit to the Toora boys; they ran the footy up into to the wind and got within three kicks.

Moor, Attard and Manton repelled attacks from the Kangas but it was not enough as Hunt, Seccull

and Manne slammed goals on for Fish Creek and it ran out the 40 point winner.

Fish Creek is clear top pick as we get closer to finals but Toora is clearly on the improve and is certainly a very big danger when the whips start cracking

with the finals action only a couple of weeks away.

Next week is the final home and away round and Fish Creek head to Tarwin to take on the Shark’s while Toora head to the racecourse for another tough challenge against Stony Creek.

• Foster Vs Stony Creek

Tigers victorious over stunned Lions FOSTER caused an upset against Stony Creek in the lead up to the finals on Saturday.

Playing at the Foster Showgrounds, a strong breeze caused havoc on the ground.

Stony Creek kicked with the wind in the first quarter. Kael Bergles kicked two goals early in the first five minutes, causing a stir in the Foster line up.

Foster toughened up its defence, and these goals turned out to be the only ones Bergles would kick for the game.

Foster’s Beau Elkington was named in the best for his pressure on Bergles.

Stony Creek finished the first quarter four goals ahead, but would soon

realise it had not capitalised enough on the wind advantage.

A regrouped Foster outfit took to the field in the second quarter and left the Lions shell shocked.

The Tigers began winning in the middle, overpowering its opponents in the ruck. Stony Creek ruckman Dylan Zuidema battled hard against Foster’s Lincoln Toner; an effort that placed him in Stony Creek’s best.

The midfield continued to up its work rate, responding to Stony Creek’s first quarter pace. It began to play some smart footy and used its knowledge of the home ground well, which was a credit to coach Brad Rooney.

Foster had 14 scoring shots in the second quarter, resulting in seven goals and

seven behinds.

A flat footed Stony Creek managed one behind.

It was in the third quarter that Foster showed its class. Battling with the wind again, the Foster defence did not give Stony Creek the option to catch up, only allowing five behinds.

Foster played a physical game and Stony Creek had no answers.

Jack Roper was named in Foster’s best for his delivery from the back line. Tom McGowan was the top goal kicker for the Tigers with five, and he also provided some drive from the middle.

For Stony Creek, Jayden Nolan was a standout in the back line.

Stony Creek kicked two goals in the third, but it was done and dusted, put-

SENIORS

Foster 12.17.89 Stony Creek 6.10.46 Foster Goals: T. McGowan 5, L. Globan 2, M. Young 2, S. Chaseling 1, J. Thornell 1, T. Van Dyke 1 Stony Creek Goals: K. Bergles 2, J. Byrnes 1, J. Nolan 1, J. Soroczynski 1, A. Logan 1 Foster Best: J. Roper, T. McGowan, B. Elkington, L. Globan, T. Van Dyke, J. Cook Stony Creek Best: J. Nolan, D. Zuidema, D. Atkins, C. McKenzie, A. Logan, H. Funnell RESERVES

Smith 1, L. Hulse 1 Stony Creek Best: R. McKnight, T. Stone, N. Svenson, D. Gilliatte, L. Harrington, Z. Van Delft Foster Best: S. Dobson, D. Hateley, B. Smith, E. Smith, J. Smith, M. Green THIRDS

Stony Creek 10.10.70 Foster 6.4.40

Stony Creek Goals: B. Nolan 4, J. Zahra 1 Foster Goals: M. Green 2, E.

Stony Creek Goals: A. Dyke 3, C. Cary 3, J. Phillips 2, J. Bright 1, H. Collins 1 Foster Goals: Z. Duursma 4, M. House 1, J. Davy 1 Stony Creek Best: A. Dyke, J. Phillips, C. Preston, J. Bright, T. O’Connor, I. Mcrae Foster Best: M. House, J. Smith, L. Rathjen, N. Van Dyke, L. Lidstone, E. Lee

ting Foster back into third position.

Foster plays MDU in the last game of the season.

The Tigers will be looking to play another even team performance and pick up

some form before heading into the finals.

Stony Creek will be playing Toora at home, and will be hoping to gain back a bit of confidence before the start of the finals series.

Stony Creek 5.4.34 Foster 4.5.29

Marked: Stony Creek’s Andrew Logan took possession of the ball against Foster. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz.

• Korumburra Vs Cora Lynn

Giants hold their own against the Cobras KORUMBURRABena took on Cora Lynn at home on Saturday.

Cora Lynn kicked to the town end first, which was favoured by the wind.

It attacked, but good defence from the Giants only resulted in points.

The Cobras goaled, but a strong tackle by Zach Walker led to a goal for the Giants.

Cora Lynn 10.15.75 Korumburra-Bena 7.8.50 Cora Lynn Goals: J. Briggs 3, A. Green 1, R. Spierings 1, B. Pullen 1, T. Woodfield 1, L. Peluso 1, J. Dalton 1, J. Rout 1 Korumburra-Bena Goals: W. Jeffs 1, B. Fitzgerald 1, J. McMillan 1, N. Besley 1, Z. Walker 1, A. Johnston 1, R. Dixon 1 Cora Lynn Best: K. Vandenberghe, J. Briggs, T. FernandezPhillips, C. Johnson, A. Green, W. Thomas Korumburra-Bena Best: M. Edwards, B. Dorling, B. Fitzgerald, Z. Walker, A. Johnston, B. Fitzpatrick RESERVES

Cora Lynn 8.10.58 Korumburra-Bena 7.6.48 Leading Goalkicker: S. Wilson 3 CL Best: L. Miceli, P. Krause, M. Chadwick, J. Loomes, D.

Two late goals by Cora Lynn closed the quarter.

At quarter time, the score was KorumburraBena 1.2.8 to Cora Lynn 2.6.18.

The Giants went into attack and a strong mark to Jake McMillan – who goaled – levelled the score.

The Cobras upped the pressure and the Giants started to turn the ball over.

Missed tackling opportunities led to Cora Lynn

kicking late goals to lead by 15 points at the long break.

The score was Korumburra-Bena 2.4.16 to Cora Lynn 4.7.31.

The third quarter had the Cobras attacking and it goaled early.

Korumburra-Bena was still turning the ball over, however it clicked into gear and started to win the ball.

This set up Nick Besley and William Jeffs to goal.

However, turnovers in

the defence allowed Cora Lynn to drive the ball forward and kick a late goal and several points.

At three quart time, the score was KorumburraBena 4.6.30 to Cora Lynn 6.14.50.

The Giants attacked but another turnover allowed the Cobras to goal.

Korumburra-Bena missed targets up forward and the Cobras added three more goals towards the end

of the quarter.

The Giants started to win the ball and added a late goal to improve their position.

The Cobras won by 25 points to hold onto fifth position on the ladder.

Next week, the Giants can win against Garfield at home if they eliminate their turnovers.

Cora Lynn is at home with a massive game against Phillip Island.

Barfoot, S. Wilson KB Best: J. Harris, H. Suckling, S. Edwards, D. Urquhart, P. Kyle, M. Kennewell THIRDS

Cora Lynn 15.18.108 Korumburra-Bena 0.0.0 Leading Goalkicker: J. Verhagen 3 CL Best: L. Wellwood, C. Batson, D. Vela, J. Arena, T. Skipwith, B. Font KB Best: J. Grabham, A. Hall, M. Rowe, L. Snooks, T. Halliday, D. Hall FOURTHS

Contest: Stony Creek’s Max Homer attempts to protect the ball from Foster’s Jack Roper with teammate Jackson Nolan providing back up. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning-@ fourcornersframing.biz.

Korumburra-Bena 9.14.68 Cora Lynn 0.1.1 Leading Goalkicker: B. Walker 3 KB Best: B. Robertson, J. Harris, J. Anthony, J. Hunter, C. Whelan, B. Walker CL Best: Z. Rofet, T. Rofet, C. Newnham, J. Chatfield, L. Dunn, L. Lual

Good game: it was a tough match when Korumburra Bena played Cora Lynn on Saturday.

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• Kincunda-Bass v Phillip Island

Panthers give Bulldogs a run

By Sam Watson

ROUND 15 SENIORS LADDER W L D

KooWeeRup.. 13 3 Inv-K’wak... 13 3 Phillip Is.... 12 4 Nar Nar G.... 12 4 Cora Lynn .. 10 6 Garfield ......... 9 7 Kor-Bena .......4 12 Bunyip...........3 13 Kil-Bass.........2 14 Dalyston ........2 14

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187 173 191 175 132 113 74 57 41 33

52 52 48 48 40 36 16 12 8 8

GOALKICKERS J. Wells (KooW) ............(6) 74 T. Mahoney (Inv-K) .......(3) 47 T. McDermott (Nar) .......(1) 44 T. Woodfield (Cora) .......(1) 37 D. Johnson (Gar) ..........(4) 36 T. Wyatt (Inv-K) .............(2) 35 J. Taylor (Ph Is).............(0) 31 J. Dalton (Cora).............(1) 26 M. Stevens (Nar G) .......(0) 25 N. Voss (KooW) ............(0) 25 B. Kimber (Ph Is) ..........(1) 25

RESERVES LADDER W L D

KooWeeRup.. 14 2 Nar Nar G ... 13 3 Inv-K’wak... 12 4 Phillip Is.... 11 4 Kil-Bass .... 10 6 Garfield ......... 8 8 Cora Lynn...... 6 9 Kor-Bena .......4 12 Bunyip...........1 14 Dalyston ........0 16

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331 222 208 181 146 125 90 73 39 6

56 52 48 44 40 32 26 16 6 0

GOALKICKERS M. Lewis (Nar G) ...........(1) 42 D. Mullen (KooW) .........(2) 28 L. McMillan (Inv-K) .......(0) 26 J. Gown (Garf) ..............(2) 25 D. Newman (Inv-K) .......(1) 25 J. Carson (KooW) .........(0) 23 J. Wilson (Cora L) .........(2) 23 J. Spiller (Ph Is) ............(1) 23 M. Cameron (KooW) .....(1) 22 B. Lawrence (Ph Is) ......(5) 22

THIRDS LADDER W L D

Cora Lynn .. 12 1 Phillip Is.... 11 2 Kil-Bass ..... 9 5 Garfield ...... 8 5 KooWeeRup.. 7 7 Bunyip........... 5 9 Inv-K’wak ...... 4 9 Nar Nar G .......5 10 Kor-Bena .......0 13

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337 246 120 180 75 87 84 52 25

60 56 44 42 36 26 24 24 8

GOALKICKERS J. Batson (Garf) ............(0) 21 N. Anderson (Ph Is) ......(0) 20 N. Bradley (Kil-B) ..........(1) 19 W. Clarkson (Inv-K).......(1) 18 T. McMahon (Garf) ........(0) 18 S. O’Callaghan (Buny) ...(2) 17 L. Hartley (Cora) ...........(0) 16 J. Verhagen (Cora) ........(3) 15 M. Mattock (Ph Is) ........(1) 13 L. Bow (Garf) ................(0) 13

wind Kilcunda-Bass had little hope of catching up to its rivals.

Will Van Diemen was another damaging Bulldog frequently using the ball efficiently around contests.

Alex Duyker was back to his best, racking up possessions and taking strong grabs all over the ground.

His work was rewarded with a goal at the end of the match after a spoiled ball landed in his hands and he launched it through the middle from 40 out.

Shortly afterwards the siren sounded and the Bulldogs gained another four points over their rivals.

Next week, Phillip Island will travel to Cora Lynn in what could shape up multiple positions in the top five. Kilcunda-Bass will face another tough test when it travels to Inverloch that will be looking to make up for a close loss to Nar Nar Goon.

PHILLIP Island kicked away late to defeat KilcundaBass by 63 points in what was a closer match than many expected.

Last time the two traditional rivals met, Phillip Island ran out the 106-point victor in a dominant performance.

The travelling Bulldogs would have been expecting to have another massive win after defeating top tier side Nar Nar Goon last week.

There was a strong breeze blowing to the south end at Bass and it was the Panthers who won the toss and took advantage early.

Inside midfielder Hayden Spierings was brilliant all day and got Kilcunda-Bass off to a great start when he slotted the first goal from a set shot.

Phillip Island’s Hayden Bruce was also getting plenty of the footy and using his pace to break away from packs. After a costly turnover from KilcundaBass it was Bruce who ran and carried the sherrin into the 50 and kicked truly to even the scores.

Kilcunda-Bass added one more but it was the Bulldogs who responded with two more majors and had a one goal lead going into quarter time.

Now with the strong breeze Phillip Island was determined to take control of the contest and it did so

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404 266 254 215 212 90 28 19 18

48 48 40 36 36 24 12 8 4

GOALKICKERS H. Brain (Nar G) ............(0) 31 H. Morgan-Morris (Bun)..(0) 30 A. Pipicelli (Nar G) ........(2) 27 N. Prowd (KooW)..........(1) 26 L. Taveira (Garf) ............(2) 20 J. Ryan (Ph Is) ..............(0) 19 K. Parker (KooW) ..........(2) 19 K. Robinson (Ph Is) ......(0) 19 B. Friend (Garf) .............(0) 18 H. Katta (Nar G) ............(0) 16

Phillip Island 8.5.53 Kilcunda Bass 3.4.22 Leading Goalkicker: B. Lawrence 5 PI Best: B. Lawrence, R. Linford, B. Anderson, J. Conder, A. Wolfenden, N. Anderson KB Best: T. Gromer, B. Aldwell, A. Miller, L. Smith, D. Clay, S. Crawford THIRDS

Kilcunda Bass 6.5.41 Phillip Island 6.3.39 Leading Goalkickers: V. Bienias 2, N. Duyker 2 KB Best: J. Rosenow, J. Bastwrous, A. Honeysett, S. Bent, L. Alford, E. Purnell PI Best: J. Pearsall, V. Bienias, B. Christopher, M. Freeman, N. Bee-Hickman, T. McMillan

Under the pump: Kilcunda-Bass’ Travis Gromer gets the kick away with Phillip Island’s MORWELL Recreation Reserve will play host to the grand final of the Gippsland League after Dale Larkin approaching. by dominating the midfield battle.

The Panthers had no answers for Zak Vernon’s strength and pace and he was an integral part of Phillip Island’s attack.

Jarrod Witnish was also getting heaps of the ball in the midfield but it was his stints up forward that proved him to be one of the most dangerous players on the field.

Witnish finished with three goals for the day and managed to set up many others.

The quarter was all Phillip Island as it booted five goals and did not allow Kilcunda-Bass to register a single point for the term.

Despite being 40 points down at the half, the Panthers were determined not to be embarrassed in front of their home crowd.

It was Kilcunda-Bass’ defence that lifted the side in the third term as it allowed just two points to be scored at The Island’s end.

Damien Holmes and Jake Smith led the resilient backline and also set up many of the Panther’s attacks.

Jake Weightman and Jimmy Phillips were both gaining plenty of possessions out of the midfield

for Kilcunda-Bass, but their efforts often went unrewarded.

Poor skills caused the home side to fall down when going forward many times, but a strong lead and mark from Scott Pugh resulted in the only goal for the quarter.

Being 35 points down at the three quarter break is not always an impossible task, but now against the

details were announced on Monday of the final series venues.

The league’s showpiece event returns to Morwell for the first time since 2014, with recent upgrades to the reserve, including the development of two new netball courts and surrounding facilities and a central location underlining its status as a primary venue. Morwell will also host the Elimination Final.

Moe hosts this year’s preliminary final while Warragul and Maffra are also in line to host a final for the first time since 2011, with the allocation of the qualifying and first semi-finals respectively.

Another highlight of the schedule is the inclusion of a night final, with the second semi-final set to take place under lights at Traralgon Recreation Reserve.

• Nar Nar Goon v Inverloch-Kongwak

• Garfield v Dalyston

Nar Nar Goon surprise Inverloch-Kongwak

Garfield outrun Dalyston

INVERLOCH-Kongwak met its match in Nar Nar Goon on Saturday.

Nar Nar Goon had its eye on the points, and worked hard to outclass its new rival on the day.

A strong wind favoured one side, and InverlochKongwak kicked with the wind first quarter after the winning the toss.

The Sea Eagles had control of the footy for a lot of the quarter, but was unable to convert its efforts into goals.

LADDER W L D

Phillip Island Goals: J. Witnish 3, J. Youle 2, A. Officer 1, M. Wright 1, Z. Vernon 1, H. Shawcross 1, B. Kimber 1, A. Duyker 1, H. Bruce 1, A. Redmond 1 Kilcunda Bass Goals: S. Pugh 1, H. Spierings 1, J. Bezzene 1, R. Scapin 1 Phillip Island Best: J. Witnish, Z. Vernon, H. Bruce, W. Van Diemen, A. Duyker, L. Warne Kilcunda Bass Best: D. Holmes, J. Smith, H. Spierings, J. Weightman, J. Phillips, L. May RESERVES

Gippsland League finals announced

FOURTHS Phillip Is.... 12 2 KooWeeRup.. 12 3 Nar Nar G.... 10 4 Bunyip ....... 9 5 Kor-Bena .... 9 5 Garfield ......... 6 8 Dalyston ........3 11 Cora Lynn......2 12 Inv-K’wak ......1 14

Phillip Island 13.12.90 Kilcunda Bass 4.3.27

Nar Nar Goon 12.9.81 Inverloch Kongwak 8.10.58 Nar Nar Goon Goals: T. Dovaston 4, S. Stocco 3, J. Ould 1, T. McDermott 1, B. Hermann 1, S. Blackwood 1, T. Armour 1 Inverloch Kongwak Goals: T. Mahoney 3, T. Wyatt 2, D. Houston 1, C. McCaughan 1, A. Cross 1 Nar Nar Goon Best: B. Hermann, J. Blackwood, T. Armour, J. Mills-Franklin, S. Blackwood, T. Blackwood Inverloch Kongwak Best: C. Casey, C. Mckenzie, J. Clottu, S. Hawking, D. Reid, D. Clark RESERVES

Nar Nar Goon 7.10.52 Inverloch Kongwak 3.12.30 Leading Goalkicker: B. Scanlon 2 NNG Best: S. McDermott, L. Thomas , B. Scanlon, C. Tyler, E. Trigg, M. Lewis

IK Best: J. Sheerin, T. Whelan, S. Zammit, D. Steele, C. Scott, J. Sheerin THIRDS

Nar Nar Goon 8.8.56 Inverloch Kongwak 5.8.38 Leading Goalkickers: J. Louden 2, J. Motta 2 NNG Best: J. Motta, E. O’Hoy, J. Tabone, J. Lewis, B. Fenwick, L. Horvath IK Best: C. McInnes, T. Heislers, J. Soumilas, W. Clarkson, H. Cumming, A. Hrvatin FOURTHS

Nar Nar Goon 16.10.106 Inverloch Kongwak 0.2.2 Leading Goalkicker: H. Brain 8 NNG Best: H. Brain, J. Handley, E. Grierson, H. Katta, T. Ferrari, B. Beet IK Best: M. O’Flynn, J. Strickland, P. Harmer, M. McCaughan, T. Spinks, J. Williams

They squandered the advantage with just one goal for the term.

Nar Nar Goon was eager to avoid the same fate and came out strong in the second quarter.

Its strong forwards belted out six goals in the first 12 minutes of the term, taking Inverloch-Kongwak by surprise.

Nar Nar Goon managed nine for quarter, and Inverloch-Kongwak had no answers.

The Sea Eagles were slow on the chase and not reacting to the play quick enough.

During the long break, Inverloch-Kongwak knew it was time to shape up.

The Sea Eagles of old came out of the barracks and played a quality catch up game, making up some much needed ground.

The defence led by Campbell McKenzie kept Nar Nar Goon to one goal, whilst the forwards booted six through.

Onballer Corey Casey and midfielders Shem Hawking and Josh Clottu were instrumental in finding passages into the forward line during the third quarter.

The final quarter was evenly matched with both sides going goal for goal; but that meant the damage had been done for Inverloch-Kongwak.

Nar Nar Goon marched to a 23 point victory.

Next week, Inverloch-Kongwak will meet KilcundaBass at the Sea Eagles’ home ground.

The Sea Eagles will be looking to put in a solid four quarter effort and pump up its percentage leading into the finals series.

GARFIELD enjoyed a 78 point victory over Dalyston at its home turf on Saturday.

Dalyston journeyed to Garfield with an air of confidence, happy to have key players Kristian Butler, Kurt Thomas and Shannon Coldebella back in the line up.

The first quarter was a good show from Dalyston.

Keeping up with a fierce Garfield, Dalyston proved it is competitive out on the field and held Garfield to just one goal.

The second quarter was a similar performance, with Garfield only marginally able to increase its lead.

Blake Carew marshalled the troops in the back line and put the pressure on Garfield. Carew led the way to tight defence, and his precision kicking gave Dalyston more opportunities in the middle.

Declan Kelly also

played well in the back, contributing to plenty of spoils.

His contests with his Garfield opponent were a highlight of Dalyston’s game.

Through the middle, young player Kyle Wright performed well, adjusting to the tempo of the game and driving the ball into the forward line. Wright – though still eligible for the Thirds – has cemented his spot in the Seniors side this season.

The goal kickers for Dalyston in the second and third quarters were Jackson Brooker and Jack Legione. Legione also cemented his position in the Seniors this year, having had a consistent season.

However, a few easy turnovers gave Garfield more opportunities to convert in the second half, and Dalyston’s confidence swayed.

The Magpies were resigned by the last quarter, allowing Garfield to run over them with an additional six goals on the board.

Dalyston will face Bunyip this weekend, and will be looking to put another win on the board before the end of the season.

Garfield 14.14.98 Dalyston 2.7.19 Garfield Goals: D. Johnson 4, C. Intveen 3, S. Batson 2, D. Johnson 1, J. Sauze 1, T. Hatherall 1, N. Glen 1, L. Sauze 1 Dalyston Goals: J. Brooker 1, J. Legione 1 Garfield Best: D. Helmore, D. Johnson, C. Intveen, L. Schreurs, N. Glen, M. Wallace Dalyston Best: B. Carew, J. Legione, D. Kelly, C. Tait, K. Wright, K. Butler RESERVES

Garfield 17.21.123 Dalyston 1.2.8 Leading Goalkickers: N. McCarty 2, A. Haddrick 2, J. Gown 2 Gar Best: J. Verleg, R. Smith, J. Engellenner, Z. Harper, J. Barnes Dal Best: J. Jones, J. OrchardMoore, A. Chetland, A. Magro, J. Hull, C. O’Halloran FOURTHS

Garfield 6.2.38 Dalyston 5.7.37 Leading Goalkickers: J. Pickering 2, L. Taveira 2, E. Dayson 2 Gar Best: J. Pickering, C. Heagney, L. Fernandez, B. Allan, N. Mildren, J. Tenace-Greenall Dal Best: F. Hodgetts, T. Brosnan, T. Alford, E. Dayson, A. Geyer, L. Armstrong

“THE STAR” Tuesday, August 7, 2018 - PAGE 59

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thestar.com.au • Leongatha v Drouin

Parrots lose in boil over BOTTOM side in the Gippsland League, Drouin, has taken out the upset of the season, defeating Leongatha on its own turf by two points on Saturday.

The Parrots had been cruising along all season with losses only to Traralgon and Maffra until this total turnaround of form.

The confidence of the

other sides inside the five have been given a boost particularly Maffra and Sale which appeared, along with Leongatha, as the three sides most likely to pick up the flag.

The Parrots now head to the split round break with two weeks to ponder just what went wrong.

It must go to Bairnsdale in a fortnight and show the rest of the teams that its season is back on track with a big win.

Maffra is now “oddson” to retain the top spot

Holding ground: Leongatha’s Luke Bowman managed to tough out a good mark despite Drouin’s Jordan Kingi charging in.

with Leongatha and Sale set to play off in a qualifying final.

The two teams will also meet in the last round before squaring off in the Saturday first final.

Leongatha had two out for the clash with Marriott (shoulder) and Sanbrook (hamstring) likely to miss several weeks.

The Parrots had two handy “ins” though with Julian Lockwood and James Lloyd back into the side.

A strong breeze towards the pool end saw a 4-5 goal advantage to Leongatha in the opening quarter, an advantage not fully utilised.

But a yield of just 2.5 with goals to Pat McGrath and Chris Dunne was a lead that was going to be hard to keep; Drouin sitting at 1.3 at the first break.

The Hawks just went bang in the second term and used the breeze fully, kicking five goals in the first 13 minutes of term two.

Chris Dunne managed to kick two for the Parrots against the breeze at the 23 and 25 minute marks.

At half time it was Drouin 7.4 to Leongatha’s 4.6.

The Parrots had to do better with the breeze in term three to establish a winning lead and with 4.5 and Drouin not scoring; it possibly wasn’t enough!

Goals were scored by Dunne, two, Hopkins and Maskell giving the Parrots a 13 point lead at the last change.

ROUND 16 SENIORS LADDER W L D

Quick move: Sam Forrester gets set to boot the ball to the advantage of his Leongatha teammates. More photos at www.mdphotos.com Leongatha managed to shut down the Hawks more but Drouin still managed 3.5 and with Leongatha kicking just the one through Hopkins it wasn’t all over, ending what was a very lackluster effort by the Parrots.

The Hopkins goal saw the Parrots only narrowly down but Drouin booted

the sealer at the 24 minute mark and managed to see out the remaining few minutes.

Drouin has certainly been on the improve as last week’s effort against Traralgon showed.

The Hawks won the inside ball, killing Leongatha’s midfielders. Drouin also won the outside

ball and gave the Parrots plenty of headaches with the ball coming in quickly.

Lloyd may have hurt his shoulder too for the Parrots and could miss a couple of weeks in another bitter blow.

One good sign for the Parrots was the efforts of Chris Verboon down back

SENIORS Drouin 10.9.69 Leongatha 9.13.67 Drouin goals: J. Kingi 2, M. Laszczyk 2, R. Salter 2, L. Axford 1, J. McLeod 1, E. Morris 1, R. McCallum 1.

Leongatha goals: C. Dunne 5, J. Hopkins 2, P. McGrath 1, C. Maskell 1.

Drouin best: D. Olsen, L. Axford, J. Kingi, T. Barr, C. Kingi, E. Morris.

Leongatha best: C. Verboon, C. Dunne, S. Forrester, K. Cooper, R. Olden, B. Willis.

Time on hands: Leongatha’s Kyle Cooper had time to consider his next move.

Leongatha goals: N. Trotto 6, L. Wright 5, T. Bernaldo 2, J. Mackie 1, J. Vanderkolk 1, A. Trotto 1, R. Kelly 1.

who has quickly slotted into the side after being away.

Chris Dunne with five goals was a busy forward; Maskell had plenty of opportunities but needs to kick better for goal.

Sam Forrester also impressed on a wing but generally many players were down.

Drouin goals: B. Glover 1, T. Kearney 1.

Leongatha best: R. Kelly, H. McGannon, J. Harry, J. Mackie, J. Ballagh, N. Trotto.

Drouin best: R. Fairlie, W. Bryce, S. Straka, R. Drake, J. Fairlie, S. Rippon.

FOURTHS Leongatha 15.21.111 Drouin 3.3.21 Leongatha goals: C. Michael 3, Z. Reid 2, T. Davies 2, M. Portelli 2, N. Hanily 2, D. Sturtevant 2, H. VanderZalm 1, H. Kewming 1.

Drouin goals: K. Hermansen 1, T. Kearney 1, A. Hales 1.

Leongatha best: T. Davies, D. Sturtevant, N. Hanily, R. Giliam, C. Michael, R. Drysdale.

Drouin best: T. Kearney, J. Fraser, T. Evans, X. LaFrantz, H. Nicklen, N. Caddy.

• Morwell v Wonthaggi

Wonthaggi push Tigers WONTHAGGI gave a good account of Position perfect: Matt Borschman judged this mark to perfection itself on Saturday, going down to Morfor the Parrots. well by 28 points.

CRAIG “Kato” Hollins of Wonthaggi is the May open winner of the Gippstar Award for his achievements in windsurfing.

Achievement: Adam Murray of Boolarra is the June Open Gippstar Award winner.

He achieved world record success when he smashed the world record for distance travelled in 24 hours for windsurfing. Craig recorded an impressive 651.312kms for the 24 hours.

The June Open Gippstar Award winner was Adam Murray of Boolarra.

At the recent ABA State Archery Championships, Adam excelled and walked away with gold.

These annual awards can be nominated at any time during the current Gippstar year.

If you would like to recognise the sporting achievements of a Gippsland athlete or any of the above categories, nominations can be made online at the Gippsland Sports Academy website www.sportgippsland.org.au.

Pts

RESERVES

RESERVES Leongatha 17.10.112 Drouin 2.5.17

Gippstar athletes congratulated

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Maffra...... 13 2 0 221.45 52 Leongatha .. 13 3 0 168.28 52 Sale ........ 13 3 0 146.48 52 Moe ......... 9 6 0 127.85 36 Traralgon ... 8 7 0 107.58 32 Warragul ......8 7 0 90.70 32 Bairnsdale..... 5 10 1 84.13 22 Morwell ....... 4 12 0 56.93 16 Drouin ......... 2 13 1 61.29 10 Wonthaggi... 2 14 0 49.59 8 GOALKICKERS C. Dunne (Leon)............(5) 58 M. Bennett (Maffra).......(0) 53 B. Dessent (Sale) ..........(0) 36 B. McCarrey (Bairns).....(3) 34 B. Fowler (Warr)............(0) 28 D. Bedggood (Maffra) ...(0) 28 B. McDonald (Morw) ....(2) 27 J. Gooch (Sale) .............(3) 27 C. Maskell (Leon) ..........(1) 23 J. Freeman (Sale) ..........(0) 23

The result was a lot tighter than the scores indicate with the Power leading for most of the first half and only a little over a goal down at three quarter time.

On the other hand Morwell wasted several chances in the first half and it took a while before it got going.

The wind was blowing across the ground favouring neither side but the ground was in good condition.

In the opening quarter Wonthaggi dominated play with Aidan Lindsay again shining out around the contests. He was having a real dip to give Power the opportunity to win.

Shannon Bray played through the middle in a polished display. Steven Scott down back and all the backs kept the Tigers goalless in the opening term as Wonthaggi lead 2.2 to Morwell’s 0.4 at the first change.

Morwell was shaken into action somewhat and booted two goals to Wonthaggi’s one in term two. Morwell’s Brandon McDonald managed to kick both majors at the six and 16 minute mark of the term.

It was Wonthaggi still up 3.4 to Morwell’s 2.7 at half time; the Tigers really should have made the most of some goal chances.

With Lachie Jones and Luke O’Connor once again impressing on the wings and Ben Eddy trapping the ball in the forward line, Wonthaggi booted two goals to Morwell’s three and it was still a game for the winning.

The Tigers lifted in intensity and started to play better.

At three quarter time Morwell lead 5.11 to the Power’s 5.4.

The Tigers were able to go on with the business with four last quarter goals as the Power stopped, registering just the four behinds.

The Power now has a one week’s rest before resuming against Moe at home on August 18; the final match being Drouin away on August 25. Wonthaggi will get at least one player back for the Lions game.

SENIORS Morwell 9.13.67 Wonthaggi 5.8.38

THIRDS Wonthaggi 13.15.93 Morwell 0.4.4

Morwell goals: R. Hearn 3, B. McDonald 2, A. Rosato 1, W. Kennedy 1, R. Tatterson 1, J. Callaway 1.

Wonthaggi goals: R. Lindsay 1, P. Ryan 1, A. Lindsay 1, J. Rocotas 1, L. Scott 1.

Morwell best: A. Rosato, Z. Anderson, R. Hearn, J. Jacobsen, T. Hillier, R. Tatterson.

Wonthaggi best: A. Lindsay, S. Bray, B. Eddy, S. Scott, L. Jones, L. O’Connor.

Wonthaggi goals: C. McLean 4, T. Andrighetto 3, T. Simpson 2, L. Burns 1, J. Roylance 1, H. Dawson 1, L. Braid 1.

Wonthaggi best: J. Roylance, J. Gilmour, C. McLean, D. Gardiner, L. Burns, J. Benson.

Morwell best: J. Wilson, J. Quinn, J. Solomon, A. Magar, B. Purves, R. Drakatos.

RESERVES Morwell 4.11.35 Wonthaggi 4.6.30

Morwell goals: D. Hough 2, N. Noblett 2, C. Blewett 2, Z. Bezzina 2, B. Deering 1, C. Hutchison 1.

Wonthaggi goals: J. Schulz 2, S. Tessari 1, R. Ennoss 1, J. Brown 1, H. Dawson 1, B. Mabilia 1, K. Benson 1.

Morwell best: C. Kennedy, N. Noblett, B. Gillespie, C. Blewett, Z. Bezzina, Z. Casey.

Wonthaggi best: W. Speed, R. Ennoss, E. Reid, B. Wingfield, J. Kilgour, M. Pier.

Morwell goals: M. Marino 2, R. Lewis 1, I. Abas 1.

Wonthaggi goals: W. Luke 2, T. Wells 1, J. Schulz 1.

Morwell best: L. Welch, D. Schneider, C. White, I. Abas, R. Mayo, R. Lewis.

Wonthaggi best: N. Tucker, B. Dryden, B. Walsh, J. Gilmour, W. Forsyth, C. Boucher.

FOURTHS Morwell 10.9.69 Wonthaggi 8.9.57

LADDER W L D

%

Maffra......13 0 0 529.22 Moe ........12 1 0 248.10 Leongatha ..10 5 0 160.91 Traralgon ... 9 3 1 199.80 Warragul ... 7 6 1 115.85 Sale ............. 4 10 0 58.37 Wonthaggi .... 3 11 0 71.77 Morwell ....... 2 12 0 18.76 Drouin ......... 1 13 0 30.13 GOALKICKERS

Pts

52 48 40 38 30 16 12 8 4

N. Trotto (Leon) ............(6) 31 J. Somers (Warr) ..........(0) 27 L. Wright (Leon) ...........(5) 27 M. Allman (Maffra)........(0) 25 R. Loprese (Trar)...........(0) 24 M. Dignan (Maffra) .......(0) 21 J. Rietschel (Sale) .........(0) 21 B. Rimington (Maffra) ...(0) 21 K. Mutke (Moe) .............(0) 18 R. Thatcher (Maffra) .....(0) 17

THIRDS LADDER W L D

%

Pts

Traralgon ..11 2 0 281.25 44 Moe ........11 2 0 259.53 44 Bairnsdale..10 4 0 183.64 40 Sale ......... 9 5 0 216.28 36 Leongatha.. 8 5 1 141.72 34 Warragul ......6 7 0 131.96 24 Wonthaggi... 3 11 1 43.59 14 Maffra ......... 3 10 0 60.70 12 Morwell ....... 0 15 0 6.38 0 GOALKICKERS J. McLaren (Sale) ..........(1) 41 J. Van Iwaarden (Trar)...(0) 38 J. McGuiness (Sale) ......(0) 30 H. Kellow (Bairns) .........(0) 28 C. Michie (Moe) ............(0) 28 B. Daniel (Bairns) ..........(1) 27 T. Baldi (Moe)................(0) 22 C. Mein (Bairns) ............(1) 21 J. Hume (Leon) .............(0) 21 J. Lamers (Leon)...........(0) 20 J. Galea (Moe)...............(0) 20

FOURTHS LADDER W L D

%

Bairnsdale..12 4 0 187.52 Wonthaggi..12 4 0 136.56 Morwell ...11 5 0 166.03 Sale ........11 5 0 159.58 Moe ........10 4 1 127.43 Leongatha .....9 6 1 120.87 Traralgon ......7 8 0 150.39 Maffra ......... 2 13 0 51.63 Warragul ..... 2 13 0 35.16 Drouin ......... 1 15 0 29.76 GOALKICKERS

Pts

48 48 44 44 42 38 28 8 8 4

B. Vickery (Bairns) ........(3) 39 N. Anderson (Won) .......(0) 34 K. Ruyters (Trar) ...........(0) 33 F. Materia (Leon) ...........(0) 28 D. Hough (Morw) ..........(2) 28 T. Rees (Bairns) ............(3) 26 Z. Bezzina (Morw) .........(2) 23 B. Safstrom (Sale).........(1) 20 M. Devon (Moe) ............(0) 19 S. Berry (Maffra) ...........(0) 17 N. Noblett (Morw) .........(2) 17

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Sale 12.13.85 Bairnsdale 10.13.73

RESERVES THIRDS Bairnsdale 7.10.52 Sale 3.7.25

FOURTHS Bairnsdale 11.7.73 Sale 10.2.62

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Knights showcase shirts LEONGATHA Knights Soccer Club introduced brand new soccer uniforms on Sunday.

Thanks to the Leongatha Salvation Army, South Gippsland Shire Council and the Electrical Trade Union the club was able to upgrade its uniform.

“We had the old uniform since the club started in 2004,” club president Glenn Bainbridge said.

“Gippsland Soccer League requires us to use the old shirt when we clash with another team.

“We’ve had a good response from everyone with the change over.”

Looking good: from left Leongatha Knights under 12 soccer players Reuben Gannon, Tadgh Gannon, Colby Rumbond, Henry Wynne and Thomas McKenzie are thrilled with their new soccer shirts.

Boxing club welcomes members WONTHAGGI’S new boxing club is shaping up to be a valued community asset.

There is also some work to be done on the roof, which is prone to leaking.

Leading Senior Constable Brendan Horrocks of the Wonthaggi Police and Kris Baker from Tyrepower have

Operating out of the old Wonthaggi CFA building since early July, the club already has around 10 regulars using its facility and is welcoming more members to join.

Recently on the brink of folding, the Wonthaggi Boxing Club has found a new lease on life through a push from committee member Steve Dunn.

Mr Dunn believed there was a lot of potential for the club to be linked with the new Wonthaggi Youth Hub, believing more young people would want to be involved with the club once both organisations were well established.

Club secretary Terry Earl said Bass Coast Shire Council and the community has been incredibly supportive in keeping hopes for the boxing club alive.

“Council issued us the building and has helped us out with funding. We are focusing on the building at the moment, bringing it up to standard,” he said.

Whilst the boxing club has moved in, there are still works to be done before the youth hub settles. New kitchen and office spaces will be established, as well as disability access ramps and toilets.

Training hard: from left, Wonthaggi Boxing Club treasurer Cade Zun, Ben Metherell, committee member Craig Fisher, Noah Linsell, Glenn Matthews, Jayden Matthews, secretary Terry Earl and committee member Mike Linsell were pictured at the new gym, located in the former Wonthaggi CFA building on Watt Street.

also organised the installation of security cameras, following a break in when the boxing club first moved in.

Around $700 worth of items were stolen, and were not recovered.

However, council and the Keeping Kids on Track committee have helped out with a bit of funding for equipment. In particular, Mr Earl thanked council’s coordinator recreation and culture Mark Lindsay for his assistance.

Aside from these setbacks, Mr Earl said the Wonthaggi Boxing Club committee was rapt with the new location, and anticipated big things ahead for the club.

“We got some funding from council for new equipment and to facilitate a Level 1 boxing coach course through Boxing Victoria. Eleven people underwent the two day course at the YMCA, and we have two more people wanting to be trained,” he said.

“Out of the 11, five were local police officers. Coach of the Bass Coast Breakers Steve Kenny also did the course, along with two Breakers players.”

The Wonthaggi Police is planning to run a boxing program for young people, similar to the successful lawn bowls program.

At the moment, the club is all about training and fitness, but is hoping to run classes for men, women and children in the long term.

“We are open on Monday and Wednesday at 5pm, but there may be the option to open every day down the track. It’s all a work in progress at the moment,” Mr Earl said.

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