The Great Southern Star - January 31, 2017

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Trio honoured THREE South Gippslanders received awards in this year’s Australia Day honours list.

Fun start for school CHILDREN and teenagers return to state schools across South Gippsland today (Tuesday), with Preps starting primary school for the first time and secondary schools welcoming new waves of Year 7 students.

Levi Privitera, Zara Gannon and Finnian Shields from Leongatha are more excited than ever to start school at St Laurence’s Primary School in Leongatha when that school returns tomorrow (Wednesday).

Finnian and Levi were looking forward to making new friends, as they checked out the spider web in the playground last Friday.

FLOATING OUR BOAT New business flows to Leongatha

By Tony Giles SIX years after a devastating fire destroyed Knight’s Garage housing Henrietta’s cafe and gift store in Bair Street, Leongatha, the large floor space is about to be rented out again.

Hobie Kayaks, water sports and lifestyle equipment will

be showcased when Rod Bending’s World comes to fill a big gap in Bair Street.

The business will remain in Inverloch but will have a massive showroom in which to expand to in Leongatha.

Owner of the business David Walsh said he was looking at either Wonthaggi or Leongatha to expand to but saw great benefits of having the store in Leongatha.

Continued on page 3.

They were Shirley Reeves of Korumburra, Inverloch’s Ken Lay and Neil Warren (pictured).

Find out how this trio has served the community on page 5.

Aussies party LUELLA (left) and Maya Hawkes enjoyed the Australia Day ceremony in Inverloch last Thursday, one of many patriotic events held across the region to mark the national day. Full coverage on pages 13 to 16.

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Grand sight: P&O Cruises’ vessel Pacific Jewel was a talking point as it anchored off Waratah Bay on Friday. Photo: Mel Browning.

Lovin’ to cruise: Chelsea Livingstone (left) and Madi McKenzie (right) created a perfect frame through which beachgoers saw the P&O Cruises’ vessel Pacific Jewel anchored off Waratah Bay on Friday. The girls are annuals at Waratah Bay Caravan Park. Photo: Mel Browning.

Cruise ship turns heads BEACHGOERS were amazed by the stunning sight of a grand cruise ship in Waratah Bay on Friday.

The P&O Cruises’ vessel Pacific Jewel anchored in the bay to offer travellers a unique view of Wilsons Promontory National Park and

the spectacular South Gippsland coastline.

The Pacific Jewel was undertaking a short domestic cruise to and from Melbourne, travelling along the eastern Victorian coast.

“The Pacific Jewel was taking advantage of a scenic sport to give the passengers a view,” P&O

Cruises’ Lyndsey Gordon said.

The ship left Melbourne on Wednesday and returned to port on Saturday, and according to P&O Cruises, the vessel will return in the future.

Some guests or crew left the ship for a ride in the bay on a life raft.

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Tourist town push for Leongatha Continued from page 1.

“Leongatha is just one hour from Wilsons Promontory, one hour from Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, 15 minutes to Inverloch and less than an hour to Latrobe Valley,” Mr Walsh said.

“Wonthaggi is becoming more like what I’d call a suburban town whereas I really like the country town atmosphere of Leongatha so I decided to establish in this town.”

Mr Walsh plans to only showcase the kayaks and other water sports gear and not the fishing side of the business.

It is not known whether the planned refurbishment of Bair Street is part of Mr Walsh’s reason for the move but having a large business take a space in Bair Street is certainly a step in the right direction.

Mr Walsh said he liked the fact Leongatha offered large shops, given big premises were difficult to find in Inverloch and Wonthaggi.

South Gippsland Shire Council is currently working with Mr Walsh to have a few planning issues finalised as soon as possible.

Owner of the building Tony Westaway said he was delighted to finally have a tenant in the building after rebuilding Knight’s Garage after the devastation of the fire in May 2010.

“We’ve been trying really hard to get someone in here and approached many of the big players over the years like Rivers, Godfreys, Supercheap Auto, and a large bakery like Beechworth Bakery but didn’t quite get them over the line,” Mr Westaway said.

Mr Westaway said he had no doubts Leongatha could forge itself as a great stopover, boutique country town for tourists passing through on their way to the Wilsons Promontory and other destinations.

Expansion plans: David Walsh of Rod Bending’s World gets set to demonstrate one of his Hobie Kayaks at Anderson Inlet, Inverloch.

Planned improvements to Bair Street, the current starting point for The Great Southern Rail Trail and proposals for the railway land will all help cement Leongatha as a tourist town, Mr Westaway believed.

“The new Hobie Kayak centre will be good for Leongatha and something different for our town,” he said.

“I think with the railway land we need to create trailer parking for people towing boats, caravans and trailers, giving them somewhere to stop. Meeniyan has been able to do this very well and look at how

that town is going.”

Mr Westway said as a landlord he has come to the party in terms of rent.

“I realise that landlords have to drop their prices and I have significantly dropped the rent on this building to attract a tenant. Tenants have high occupancy costs and that includes shire rates which I believe are way too high for the commercial and retail sector,” he said.

Once the planning issues have been finalised, it is hoped the new Rod Bending’s World will come to Leongatha in mid-March.

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Plea for blood

By Brad Lester THE lives of a Leongatha family were upended within the space of a month, after their three year old son was diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition.

Close bond: Elissa Vanderland is urging people to donate blood in the wake of regular transfusions helping her son Elliott, 3, battle a rare blood condition.

Book to donate THE Red Cross Blood Bank’s mobile donor centre will next visit Leongatha from February 1 to 10.

To donate, call 13 14 95 to make an appointment or visit www.donateblood. com.au for more information.

During the donor centre’s most recent visit, people gave 115 donations, saving 345 lives.

One in three Australians will need blood or a blood product in their lifetime, but only one in 30 currently donates.

In early December, Elliot Vanderland’s parents Elissa and Ian noticed bruising on their son’s legs.

They thought nothing of it as he loved to climb.

Then their normally energetic boy became lethargic, sleeping in until mid-morning, and he lost his appetite. Soon, his bruising became more severe.

“We took him swimming and just took his rash vest off and realised we had bruised him. That’s when we realised something was going on,” Elissa said.

A doctor recommended an urgent blood test.

Forty five minutes later, the doctor rang Elissa and told her to rush Elliot to Monash Medical Centre in Clayton. A team of specialists was expecting them.

A bone marrow biopsy, and further blood tests and transfusions followed. An infection wiped out the platelets within Elliot’s blood, and he spent a week in the Monash centre on a drip, receiving antibiotics and further transfusions. Platelets stop bleeding by clotting blood vessel injuries.

On December 20, 12 days after first visiting their GP, the family received frightful news: Elliot had Aplastic Anaemia, a bone marrow failure syndrome in which his own immune system attacks the platelets, and white and red blood cells within his blood.

The condition is rare, found only in one to two children in Victoria a year.

His immunity is weak and he tires easily. Weekly platelet transfusions are keeping him alive.

The condition was caused by another disease, Dyskeratosis Congenita, only diagnosed last week.

The only cure for Aplastic Anaemia is a bone marrow transplant, preferably from a direct relative, but as Elliot’s parents and nine year old brother Ashton are not suitable donors, the Australian Bone Marrow Donor Registry is now searching around the world for an unrelated donor while he receives regular transfusions.

While unrelated donations are typically not as successful due to DNA markers not being similar, it’s a chance Elliot’s family is willing to take.

The transplant will entail chemotherapy and months in isolation, including months away from home during treatment.

The youngster has a central line stuck to his chest and the medical tubes will stay there for more than six months, allowing medication and transfusions to be administered, and blood to be taken for testing.

The Vanderlands have been overwhelmed by the support of family and friends, and the community, including Loch Primary School which Ashton attends.

“Strangers have even cooked meals for us.

It just makes such a big difference when we get home,” Elissa said.

The Vanderlands are drawing optimism from their plight by using their ordeal to raise awareness of the Red Cross Blood Bank.

“At the moment Elliott is being kept alive by donations from the Blood Bank and that’s why we want more people to donate,” Elissa said.

“We’ve always understood the importance of the Blood Bank but it’s not until you sit there seeing these donations from strangers that you know they’re keeping your child alive.”

Donating blood can take as little as 45 minutes but the simple gesture saves people’s lives. ►To find out more, go to the Facebook page ‘Elliot’s Fight Against Aplastic Anaemia’ or donate to the family at www.gofundme.com/ elliots-aplastic-anaemia-fight

AFL footballer backs Elliot FORMER St Kilda Football Club captain Nick Riewoldt has wished Leongatha’s Elliot Vanderland well in his fight for health.

Mr Riewoldt last week wrote “Hang touch little buddy” on social media, after his sister Maddie Riewoldt died in 2015 from Aplastic Anaemia, the same condition Elliot is now battling.

The Vanderland family has been in Got his back: Ashton Vanderland, 9, is supporting touch with Maddie’s Riewoldt’s Vision, an his younger brother Elliot, 3, through the challeng- organisation that aims to help raise awarees of dealing with a rare blood disorder. Photo: Mel ness of bone marrow failure syndromes and Cameron Photography. find a cure.

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Shirley shies away from recognition

By Caroline Varrasso Crawford SHIRLEY Reeves of Korumburra was honoured on Australia Day by being awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for her service to youth and to the community.

A pillar of the scouting community in both Korumburra and the district, Mrs Reeves has worked with generations of local children to give them new skills and show them how they can be active members of their community.

“I started when my sons started cubs over 50 years ago. It gets into your blood and you stay put,” Mrs Reeves said.

“You just don’t know what you’re going to bring out in people.”

Throughout her ongoing commitment to the organisation, Mrs Reeves has taken on many official roles within the Korumburra 2nd Scout Group and the South Gippsland District, giving up countless hours for the children involved.

“It’s always for the kids. It teaches kids skills for life. It’s got such a lot to give to kids,” she said.

Mrs Reeves attributed the award to not only her determination but to the support she has received throughout the years.

“You can’t do this by yourself; the whole community comes with you and your family has to be

behind you.

I’m really grateful to my four sons. They’ve kept me going in scouting because they were so enthusiastic,” Mrs Reeves said.

“I think it’s a pity that they single people out.

I’m just a mum and a grandma in a community that I love. I don’t understand how you can get an award by just doing what you love.”

Through the scouts Mrs Reeves has received a 45 Years of Service Award, a Silver Kangaroo, a Silver Emu, a Silver Acorn, and a Medal of Merit.

She was also the Citizen of the Year for Korumburra in 2010 and has been inducted into the Community Information and Support Victoria Honour Roll in 2014.

As well as scouts, Mrs Reeves has been involved in Korumburra Branch of the National Council of Women, the Coal Creek Probus Club, the Korumburra Community Access Centre, and helped to establish both the Volunteer Resource Centre and the South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau.

The Medal of the Order of Australia is not the last step for Mrs Reeves.

She plans to continue her amazing work with the scouts and the community.

“It’s a very humbling experience,” Mrs Reeves said.

“It’s something you never expect, it was really, Medal awarded: Shirley Reeves from Korumburra was congratulated on being awarded a really amazing.

“I’m just happy with life in Korumburra. I’m not Medal of the Order of Australia for her work in the community and with youth by Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien on Australia Day. going anywhere.”

Ken thanks his backers

By Brad Lester KEN Lay believes his Australia Day honour belongs to his family and the 17,000 members of Victoria Police.

Mr Lay came to know Luke’s mother Rosie well and he went on to promote domestic violence awareness at every opportunity, in the media and speaking at public events.

He helped establish the Family Violence Command within Victoria Police, the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission, and the Review into Sexual Harassment and Bullying in Victoria Police.

Mrs Batty went on to become Australian of the Year in 2015 and Mr Lay later chaired the Council of Australian Government Advisory Panel on Reducing Violence Against Women and their Children in 2015.

That council lodged recommendations for change now being considered by the Federal Government.

At Ambulance Victoria, Mr Lay has welcomed an extra $500 million injected into the organisation by the State Government, including for the recruitment of additional paramedics and improving technology.

After a tumultuous period at Essendon, Mr Lay is looking forward to a brighter year on and off the field this year, with the players banned as a result of the supplements scandal returning to the fold.

At Inverloch, Mr Lay enjoys cycling with the Coastal Crewzers group.

The Inverloch resident was formerly chief commissioner of Victoria Police and was named an Officer in the General Division of the Order of Australia in last Thursday’s Australia Day honours for his service to the police force, and to social and community leadership.

During his term at the helm of the state’s police force, Mr Lay brought more attention to the issue of domestic violence and encouraged greater diversity among police recruits.

He went on to head a national domestic violence taskforce, and is now chair of Ambulance Victoria and a board member of Essendon Football Club.

“I feel proud and honoured to receive this because Outstanding citizen: Inverloch’s Neil Warren received an Order of Australia Medal for his it causes you to think about how you got where you got service to South Gippsland. He is pictured at the South Gippsland Yacht Club, where he is a to,” Mr Lay said.

“When I left South Gippsland I did not think I life member. He was also recognised for his work with the Leongatha SES, Leongatha Lyric would have an AO.” Theatre and the Victorian Bicycle Network.

Mr Lay said individuals need good people around them to achieve and so cited, in particular, the support of his wife Chris and children Scott of all sailors during Inverloch’s annual Australia Day and Amy.

By Tayla Kershaw At Victoria Police, Mr Lay instiClassic Wooden Dinghy Regatta.

Mr Warren has also spent the last decade volun- gated a program never before seen INVERLOCH’S Neil Warren received teering with the Victorian Bicycle Network. He be- in Australia and possibly the world, to improve the attitudes of police toan Order of Australia Medal for his on- came a life member in 2015.

He has participated in the major Bicycle Network wards people of all genders, sexual going service to South Gippsland on events including the Great Victorian Bike Ride and orientation, ethnicities and ages by Australia Day. increasing the force’s own diversity, He was nominated by Leongatha Lyric Theatre, the Three Peaks Challenge. particularly by increasing the number In fact, once he was out of the rescue boat after which he has been involved with for more than 30 of women recruited. the regatta on Saturday, he made his way down to the years.

“If you think of how diverse our “My first show was My Fair Lady and I was one city to take over the midnight to dawn shift during community is, the best police service Melbourne’s Ride the Night.

He was stationed at one of the dancers. I help to build the sets now,” Mr Warof the rest stops at Docklands and ensured all riders will reflect that community,” he said. ren said.

“We brought young African “I enjoy the satisfaction putting on a were looked after during the event. people into the organisation at an Mr Warren is a well known identity in Leongatha, great performance can give. I helped build unsworn level and that gave them the set for Mary Poppins most recently and having raised his family in the town. the confidence to apply to become He has taught maths, science, physics, health and I will help out with Hairspray this year.” police.”

He is a life member of Lyric Theatre, and in the past physical education at Leongatha Secondary College, He made changes to improve road and was first recognised for his work in the commuhas filled the roles of president and treasurer. policing by involving detectives in nity in 2003 when he was named Leongatha’s Citizen Mr Warren’s commitment to South Gippsland investigating fatal accidents and inof the Year. does not end with theatre. creasing the number of marked police Mr Warren thanked his family and friends for He has been a member of the Leongatha SES vehicles on roads. since 2000 and became the deputy controller and their support.

Family violence, in Mr Lay’s “My family is really excited for me but none of training officer in 2007. view, is driven by men having a sense this would’ve been possible without the support of “The more you put in to the community, the more of entitlement, thinking they are betyou get out. It’s been great to give back to the commu- my wife Dorothy and my two daughters (Fiona Walk- ter than, or owed more than women. er and Christine Warren),” he said. nity and help people in their time of need,” he said.

“When you have a better bal“There are a lot of people who do great things Mr Warren has been a life member of the South ance of women and men (in the Gippsland Yacht Club for many years. He has been in this community, but I feel very lucky and I thank police force), the men have a better Lyric Theatre for the nomination.” the commodore of the club and is currently treasurer. sense that women are equal,” he said.

Mr Warren was invited to Government House in He said he enjoyed the social side of sailing and His involvement with domestic vioApril, where he will officially receive his Order of lence as a young police officer influenjoying quiet afternoons out on the water.

Not just him: Ken Lay has acknowledged the support of Mr Warren often drives the rescue boat during Australia Medal. enced him and that interest increased Mr Warren also has two grandchildren, Imogen, 3, when young Luke Batty was mur- family, friends and colleagues in contributing to his Australia club sail days. He was out in the rescue boat last Thursday, Friday and Saturday to ensure the safety and Charlotte, 15 months.

Day honour. dered by his own father at Tyabb.

South Gippsland praises Neil

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Model exhibition: Russell Suckling from Wonthaggi, Ralph Smooth sailing: Inverloch’s Trilby and Polly Parise from the Making waves: more than 40 boats raced at the Classic Ballard from Baringhup, and Allan Odgers from KorumSouth Gippsland Yacht Club took to the water for the Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta in Inverloch on Friday and attracted burra South had their model boats on display at the Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta in Inverloch on Friday. sailors and spectators from across Victoria on Friday.

Wooden Dinghy Regatta in Inverloch on Friday.

Perfect day for Regatta MORE than 40 boats were on show to the public on Friday at Inverloch during the Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta race run by the South Gippsland Yacht Club.

All the boats were displayed along the beach for the public to enjoy before the big race started at 2pm. “It’s absolutely amazing; it’s been a fabulous day. We couldn’t have asked for a better day,� member of the Regatta committee Marion Chapman said.

Family fun: Georgia Cousins from Venus Bay, Rhonda Cousins from InverPlenty of locals and holiday loch, and Angus Cousins from Venus Bay enjoyed looking at the old Indian makers flocked to shore to witness motorcycles at the Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta in Inverloch on Friday. the race that was “all about giving value back to craftsmanship,� yacht Ready for action: Jonathan Parise from Inverloch prepared his classic club member Trilby Parise said. wooden boat for racing in the Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta in Inverloch Old and new sailors gave their on Friday. best efforts, with the youngest only 10 years old.

Oscar Beachley from Outtrim had been sailing for only three days before he took part in the race so the event is succeeding in attracting new interest in the classic boats.

As well as full size boats, their model counterparts were on display at the Inverloch Community Hub. A steady stream of visitors Boat enthusiasts’ wives: Vicky Booth from Diamond Creek and Jenny Cleary from Mount Riverview in New South Wales were happy to look at the display dropped in to see the models during the three day event and had the of classic wooden dinghies, held in The Glade at Inverloch on Saturday. opportunity to view some classic Indian motorcycles and model aeroplanes that were also displayed.

Left, Planes presented: Eddie Wardley, Bruce Sanders, Gerard Wyckelsma, and John Flett from the Inverloch Radio Control Flyers were full of knowledge about the model aeroplanes shown during the Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta in Inverloch on Friday.

Living legend: from left, Jack Carroll from Bendigo and Mark Legg from Jumbunna, look at an Australian Sailfish, which was on display as part of the Inverloch Classic Wooden Dinghy Regatta on Saturday. Jack is one of the original designers of the Sailfish, and the one pictured was built by him in 1949.

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Fatality was bound to happen

By Caroline Varrasso Crawford THE crossroads of the Bass Highway and the Leongatha South-Outtrim and Roughead roads are a nightmare for Leongatha South residents.

That’s why it is no wonder people from out of town have a tough time coping with the intersection when they have never seen it before.

In the wake of the tragic fatality that occurred at the intersection on Sunday, January 22, people are demanding more be done to improve driver safety and prevent further accidents.

“As a user of the roads, I think it’s ludicrous there’s no signs that there’s a cross roads coming

from either direction.

If there were cross roads signs there, it would give an indication to the driver,” Leongatha South resident Fred Morrison said.

Currently, there is no indication whatsoever on the Bass Highway to warn drivers of the upcoming intersection and potential hazard area.

“It was a tragedy waiting to happen,” Mr Morrison said of the fatality.

After a number of serious accidents at the intersection over several years, and countless close calls, it is time the intersection was changed so that drivers can have the best possible chance at avoiding unnecessary risks.

“I understand VicRoads reviews such intersections after bad accidents, and there have been

Facebook readers have their say THE Star took to Facebook to ask readers for their comments about the intersection of Bass Highway, and Leongatha South-Outtrim and Roughead roads.

Here are their views: Zita Lamers: “I use that intersection everyday!!

The only problem I’ve ever had is not with those coming from Inverloch but rather with the people behind me who are too impatient to wait while I turn right into the Leongatha Outtrim Road when coming from Leongatha.

“I have seen many cars coming from Inverloch almost sideswiped by impatient drives losing control in the gravel as they over take me on the left.

Patience and commonsense is essential.”

Lynne Nicholas: “A turning lane is definitely needed. When you are sitting there waiting to turn it’s quite scary when people came over the slight rise at speed behind you.”

Michael Collins: “Terrible intersection that comes up quickly because it comes in on an angle and you cannot see anything until stopped. Need little warning bumps or something there to warn you it’s coming.”

Darren Robinson: “This is a 100 kph zone right? There’s no reason to blame someone doing 100 within the limit and suddenly faced with a stopped vehicle over a rise.

“Common sense is either a dedicated turning lane or the usual VicRoads fix of reducing speed limit.

However my sympathy to the person who died.

“I hope the death makes the government get cracking and fix this terrible intersection and make it better for all future drivers.”

Dianne Wood: “A turning lane would be a help.

I’ve had very close calls there myself with people making sudden turns into the Outtrim Rd.” Lee Spencer: “Visibility is a bit of an issue at that corner especially for anyone who doesn’t stop and look carefully!

“There are numerous other side roads onto Bass Highway where one needs to look left and right several times before turning! Could be someone overtaking in the direction you’re heading!!

“Signs in this regard would be better than stupid 80km signs around our local towns!”

Alison Kewming: “It is a very dangerous intersection, as is the Wattle Bank intersection. They both need better signs, letting people know that they will need to STOP!” Dina Drury: “The visibility approaching Bass Hwy is very limited to the right. It is very uncomfortable turning far enough to check for traffic.”

Gavin Neal: “Put in a roundabout with a small 60 zone rather than just a turning lane.”

Kerri Daniel Telfer Studd: “Something needs to be done. Think the last death was one too many that could have been avoided. Signs to say slow down turning traffic or wider road for pass lane.

Think it’s very sad it’s taken another death for something to be done.”

Drug drivers cause alarm IN less than a day, four motorists were found to have an illegal drug in their system by the Bass Coast Highway Patrol.

In conjunction with Operation Amity, a five day state-wide road safety focus, the members of the Bass Coast Highway Patrol conducted four roadside drug tests that came back positive on Australia Day, and Friday, January 27.

Police said there is no excuse for this behaviour and they will continue to rid the road network of these people.

The four motorists will have their saliva samples analysed by an independent laboratory and face stiff penalties in the way of fines and licence suspensions.

Those found to be repeat offenders will be walking even longer.

Need for change: Gordon Vagg and Fred Morrison are part of the push from local Leongatha South residents to fix the Bass Highway and the Leongatha South-Outtrim Road intersection. a number at this particular locality,” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said.

“This may require the installation of turning lanes to allow through traffic to continue unimpeded.

“Unfortunately the Labor government has cut the roads budget, so there is less available to undertake these works.

However, there is funding through the TAC and the government and VicRoads should certainly be looking at that.”

Driver error is always an issue on the roads

and that cannot be avoided, Leongatha South resident Gordon Vagg said.

“There should be a turning lane coming from both ways and there should at least be signs saying caution cross-roads ahead and what the roads are,” he said.

“When you’re sitting in the middle of the road, you feel very vulnerable. People can come up so quickly. Cars can sit in the gully and you can’t see them.

“You have to drive very defensively out here.”

‘Ferals’ dump deer heads THE heads of two deer have been found dumped near the Tom Kindellan Reserve at Nerrena.

disgraceful.

“It’s appalling. It’s just someone being a tight wad instead of disposing of it correctly,” the resident said.

Nerrena’s Steve Martin cleared the roadside of the two male Red Deer minus their antlers, obviously chopped off as trophies.

“I can only describe the people doing this as ‘ferals’ and I hope they get caught. If anyone knows anything about this they should call the police or shire,” Mr Martin said.

“This is not the first time we’ve had things dumped near our reserve. The other time it was sharks heads.”

Mr Martin said the offenders not only chopped off the heads of the deer, but stripped the carcass of meat and left the carcass remains there too.

“It’s just disgusting,” he said.

“The deer certainly aren’t in the reserve; they have been brought in and dumped. We only have wallabies in the reserve.”

South Gippsland Gippsland Council local laws officers were informed of the dumping, and removed the body parts and disposed of them at the Koonwarra landfill.

That tip is the only waste facility in the shire able to accept dead animals.

Council officers interviewed neighbours about the incident but no one saw the deer carcasses being dumped.

Officers believe the deer were hunted and butchered, with the unwanted parts dumped at the reDisgusting: Nerrena resident Steve Martin serve.

Another angry Nerrena resident said the act was came across these deer heads and carcasses

dumped near the Tom Kindellan Reserve at Nerrena on Friday.

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“The beach was closed for around half an hour, while the lifeguards went out and checked the water in a boat, because it was a possibility.”

Mr Cumming said this was the first reported possible shark sighting this year.

“It didn’t stop the surfers or the swimmers. They were all straight back in the water after the beach reopened,” he said.

Fellow club vice president Julian Seri said more shark sightings had been reported across Victoria this summer due to warmer ocean currents that had also brought bluebottles and tortoises to the southern coast.

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Double the fun LEONGATHA Primary School will host two sets of Prep twins as the school welcomes back students today (Tuesday, January 31) for the school year.

Twins Levi and Hugo Sweeney and Kolbi and Darcy Lavis, all from Leongatha, will join the many preps as they take their first steps into primary school education.

Monday’s heat fortunately didn’t eventuate as teachers arrived for the term while students today will enjoy mild weather for the start of the school year.

All state primary and secondary schools throughout the region returned to school today while St Laurence O’Toole Primary School and Mary MacKillop College will welcome students to the school tomorrow (Wednesday).

At Chairo Christian School, preps and Year Family affair: it’s a busy household for the Sweeney family, pic- 12’s will start today and all other year levels start tured back, mum, Tess Sweeney and dad, Sam Sweeney and their on Wednesday.

Proud Mum: Kylie Lavis puts the finishing touches to the school four children, front, Kierrah, Levi, Hugo and Eddie, as they prepare Follow The Star’s complete wrap-up of schools uniform prior to her twin daughters Kolbi and Darcy starting Prep at for the return of school at Leongatha Primary today (Tuesday).

Leongatha Primary School today (Tuesday). in next week’s edition.

Graffiti vandals arrested THE main street in Cowes was hit by graffiti vandals in the early hours of Wednesday, January 25, with most businesses in Thompson Avenue being covered in paint.

Cowes Police Senior Constable Andrew Lone said police observed the four offenders during a patrol at 2.45am and caught the four culprits.

Of the four, S/C Lone said one 15 year old male

from Melbourne has been charged on summons on numerous counts of criminal damage.

“It is the worst I have seen in quite some time,” S/C Lone said.

“We have received around 13 reports from businesses in the main street, very upset that their business has been targeted.”

Businesses along Thompson Avenue from

Church Street through to Settlement Road were damaged. S/C Lone said some of the businesses included Woolworths, Aldi, Going Places Travel, the Wing Ho Chinese Restaurant and “the council offices were really damaged”.

S/C Lone said it was upsetting for the local business owners as the damage was quite extensive, with a lot to clean.

“It won’t be easy either as there is a lot of paint on the shops,” he said.

Outraged Cowes business owner and Bass Coast Shire councillor Stephen Fullarton said he and other local business owners were incensed and want to see those offenders made to pay for a total clean up of the damage immediately.

“Either the culprits pay or are made to totally remove all paint from the locals shops,” he said.

“We will continue to tighten up on this vandalism Not on: police caught vandals after they and may even have to look at a greater level of secu- graffitied premises around Cowes on rity camera surveillance for the town.”

Wednesday, January 25.

Driver nabbed A DRIVER received a $466 fine after being caught drink driving in Leongatha on Saturday night.

The 48 year old Narre Warren man blew a reading of 0.065 after being caught at a random breath testing station in Anderson Street at 9.30pm.

He also received 10 demerit points.

“If anyone is considering drinking, then do not drive and make alternate transport arrangements,” Acting Sergeant Ian Bruhn of Leongatha Police said.

Reckless driver A 61 year old man was intercepted by police at McKenzie Street in Wonthaggi at 5.20pm on Saturday.

The driver blew 0.220 at the police station after failing a road side preliminary breath test.

Police said they were left shaking their heads after the incident.

Due to the high range reading, the man’s licence was immediately cancelled and his car was impounded under hoon legislation at a cost to him of $1165.

He will appear on summons at the magistrate’s court at a later date.

Skis stolen TWO surf skis were stolen from Cape Paterson Beach near the Wonthaggi Surf Life Saving Club between 3pm on Thursday, January 12 and 12pm, Friday, January 13.

The owner had secured them overnight at this location and returned to find them missing the next day.

One was white and the other one was white with a red seat and blue writing.

Speeding fines FOSTER Police issued six penalty notices to drivers on the Wilsons Promontory Road on Sunday, January 29 in relation to exceeding speed limit.

All six drivers received a $311 fine and three demerit points.

Drug charge A 46 year old man from Doveton was caught by Foster Police in Foster North on Friday, January 27 and was issued a caution in relation to cannabis possession.

Speed demon A MAN was intercepted by police on the South Gippsland Highway at Ruby for travelling 146km/h in a 100km/h zone on Monday, January 23.

The male from Coolaroo received a $661 fine, six demerit points and a six month loss of licence.

Cannabis seized POLICE seized a number of cannabis plants from a residential property in Venus Bay on Tuesday, January 24.

The search warrant was issued as a result of information received by police.

A male was charged with cultivating cannabis and possession of cannabis and will appear at Wonthaggi Magistrate’s Court at a later date.

School zones return THE school holidays are over and the school time zones are in force across South Gippsland.

Bass Coast Shire Council asked all motorists to observe the 40 km/h speed limit around schools.

Mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said after a six week break it is vital for all motorists to start slowing down around schools again.

“There will be lots of new students and new families using the crossings at schools, especially our new preps, so please be considerate,” she said.

“Please also observe parking restrictions around schools to help keep visibility clear and pedestrians

safe. Some of our school children are only small, which means they can be difficult to see when walking out from behind parked cars.”

Council’s community safety rangers and Victoria Police will be present at various school crossings to reinforce the importance of school safety and making sure motorists are doing the right thing.

Cr Rothfield also encouraged parents and students to, where they can, walk to school.

Things to remember when driving around school zones are to be patient, take extra caution in wet weather, don’t be distracted, look out for children near parked cars, and observe parking restrictions and time limits around schools.

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Thumbs down to Cape’s growth

By Jessica Anstice

“The Bass Coast Shire councillors wanted to hear what the community had to say and it became THE Cape Paterson commuvery clear. They were made aware nity has voiced its opposition of the concerns the community to a proposal by Bass Coast was raising, such as the lack of car parking space in Cape Paterson.

Shire Council to rezone land Other issues raised were about to allow for a proposed $180 overdevelopment, inappropriate million subdivision. development, lack of infrastrucMore than 200 people attended ture and building controls and lack the annual general meeting of the of consultation.

Cape Paterson Residents and RateOther concerns were lack payers Association recently to exof footpaths, poor beach access, press their concerns. lack of bike tracks, lack of park“We were shocked with how ing during peak periods, Community opinions: many people turned up to the road safety and traffic concerns reBass Coast Shire CouncilAGM,” association secretary John lor Les Larke at the Cape lated to speeding traffic, public Coulter said. transport concerns and drainBass Coast Shire Council wants Paterson Residents and age concerns. to re-zone land north of Cape Pa- Ratepayers Association “The council need to address terson from farm zone to residen- annual general meeting. issues before this,” Mr Coulter tial, paving the way for a proposed said.

900 housing lot subdivision.

Bass Coast Shire Councillor Les Larke atCouncil will have a development briefing tended the meeting. session with developers soon to discuss the pro“There was an overwhelming show of hands posal before making a decision, most likely in against development at the residents and ratepayMarch. ers annual general meeting,” Cr Larke said.

“It’s important we get all the facts before we “I want to see general consultation with the make any big decisions,” Bass Coast Shire CounCape Paterson residents and ratepayers, and what cillor Julian Brown said.

I want to know from that consultation is whether Mr Coulter said the association believed the Cape Paterson residents and ratepayers are generproposal was too big for Cape Paterson. ally in favour or not of the development and if “There are already 45 vacant lots available they are not, would their opinion change if there within the existing township and 200 lots are was significant development contribution on the available in the Ecovillage which is an extra 25 infrastructure within the town. percent increase to housing already approved,” “At this stage I don’t have enough informahe said. tion to consider the development. I want to be re“We’re recommending council reject it, on the assured the consultation has been extensive and presumption that developers come back at a later genuine.” stage.”

Follow the rainbow to cancer fundraiser INVERLOCH’S Leah Baud is urging South Gippslanders to don colourful attire to raise money for cancer research and awareness.

After losing her aunty Pam Doyle in 2016 after a courageous two year battle with lung, liver and bowel cancer, aged just 63, Mrs Baud has initiated the fundraiser Pam’s Rainbow Month.

The event began on Australia Day and continues until February 28, and entails a ‘virtual challenge’.

Participants set their own goal to walk, run, cycle or swim any number of kilometres throughout the month, at their own pace, and make a donation.

Mrs Baud is aiming to raise $6400 and told her Aunty Pam she was going to do such an event in her honour before she died.

“I just want to do something as everyone wants a cure for this horrid disease,” Mrs Baud said.

“I hope that somewhere over the rainbow a cure will be made for cancer as it is just devastating, and this is my little contribution to that, and to show my love to my aunty.”

As her aunt used to always wear a crazy wig, hat or glasses to functions to make everyone smile, and loved rainbows, Mrs Baud is asking participants to either wear rainbow colours or wear a colourful wig, hat or crazy glasses if they choose to while completing the challenge.

The aim is to make other people smile and laugh, just as her aunty, of Frankston, did. Pictures can be posted on Pam’s Rainbow Month Facebook event page.

Mrs Baud is a regular participant at Inverloch parkrun on Saturday mornings and by wearing her colourful wig, is raising awareness of her fundraiser, and of cancer.

“It just makes people laugh,” she said.

“Because of this event, people do tell you about their stories so it’s good to get the conversation out there.”

She’s also well known in Inverloch for her community work. This year she’s president of the Inverloch Kindergarten committee and vice president of the Inverloch Primary School Parents and Friends Association.

Pam’s Rainbow Month has raised $3300 already.

Money raised will go towards Cancer Council Victoria’s lifesaving research, world-class cancer prevention

Unmissable: Inverloch’s Leah Baud is urging the community to support her cancer fundraiser, Pam’s Rainbow Month. programs and support services for people affected by cancer.

“People can do it any time throughout the month. I wanted to do something that anyone in Australia could do,” Mrs Baud said.

“I’m aiming to run or walk 6.4km each day of the month and will surf for a couple of hours if the weather’s no good.”

Cancer Council Victoria’s head of fundraising and communication Andrew Buchanan said the organisation was thrilled to have Mrs Baud’s support.

“We work to reduce the impact of all cancers for all Victorians, but it simply isn’t possible without the hard work of people like Leah Baud. Cancer Council Victoria relies on generous donations and passionate fundraisers for more than half of our funding,” he said.

“Cancer affects everyone in some way, with 84 Victorians diagnosed with cancer every day. I hope the Bass Coast community show its support for Leah’s impressive efforts and help her reach her target.”

To show Mrs Baud your support by participating in the challenge or donating, visit https://my-ownway-2016.everydayhero.com/au/pam-s-rainbowmonth or like and follow the Facebook page, Pam’s Rainbow Month.

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Free tea: the Leongatha SES was on the job throughout last Wednesday and Australia Day (Thursday), with its Driver Reviver station located on the South Gippsland Highway (Anderson Street), opposite the police station. Drivers were encouraged to drop in for a free tea or coffee and a packet of biscuits, because a 15 minute break could make all the difference. Pictured are Leongatha SES deputy controller administration Val Bremner and member Tony Lindhard.

Lyric acts up LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre recently received a Community Grant of $2900 from South Gippsland Shire Council to carry out essential maintenance on the Lyric Playhouse, set and lighting shed.

New Laserlite has been installed and electrical rewiring will happen shortly.

Thanks to Neil Warren, Graham Drury, Mike Street and Garry Boast for assisting in this important work.

Lyric Theatre also thanked council for its ongoing support.

RICHARD Jones, President of the Rotary Club of Foster encourages as many people as possible to participate in Relay for Life on March 18 and 19. Last year there were 530 participants and $78,000 was raised for cancer research.

THE Korumburra Lions are moving forward and are now on Facebook.

Keep an eye on what they have done and what they are doing.

Check out their page by searching Lions Club Korumburra on Facebook.

KORUMBURRA Rotary Club’s Annual Art Show will be held on February 10, 11, and 12.

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Community grant: Lyric life member Neil Warren on the roof of the playhouse installing the new Laserlight panels funded by South Gippsland Shire Council. to give Jade DuVe $1000 from the Robyn Holmes Foundation to assist this talented young soccer player with her training, match fees, and uniform.

LEONGATHA Lyric Theatre’s planning for Hairspray is well under way.

Set design is done and building will commence soon.

The cast starts rehearsals on Thursday, February 2.

Director Louise Adkins is super organised and the production team is both talented and eager, so look forward to a great show.

Tickets will be available online to the public from March 1.

The cast has been announced for Hairspray.

Yasmine Watsford will play Tracy Turnblad and Brad Boucher will be

Edna Turnblad .

Penny Pingleton is Olivia Winchcombe, Link Larkin will be played by Lachlan Moore and Velma Von Tussle is Melita Tough.

The council members are Amy Burgess, Matilda Chalmers, Carmen Tracy, Amy Tudor, Alex Swan, Billy Wilson and Jack Hemming.

The Groove Kids will be Claire Miller, Kathryn Davey-Phillips, Pearl Hunter, Molly Kent, Fasika SomervilleSmith, Tristain Noble, and Josh Wright.

Dynamite is Kiarna Smith, Sophie Adkins and Rachel Adkins.

The Ensemble is Michelle Burgess, Leanne Crimp, Rosalie Coletta, Michael Hogan, Kylie Osbourne and Lindy Waldron. The musical is based around the quirky, plus-sized, teenager Tracy Turnblad who has one dream: to dance on The Corny Collins Show.

For a cause: members of Foster and District Historical Society staged a successful garage sale last Thursday, to make the most of the Australia Day crowd in town. They were Nola and John Taylor, Noelene McGlead, Marilyn Gordon, Kerrie Corcoran and Howard Plowright.

Help a farmer DO you have a couple of hours spare per week? Would you consider volunteer work?

If so and you would like to help us reach out to farmers in our community, please contact Melissa or Jan on the numbers below.

Gippsland Farmer Relief Inc. is a group of volunteers who have come together to help support farmer families in need, in particular, dairy farmers who may still be in crisis from the 2016 farm gate milk price turmoil.

We are an incorporated body that coordinates the assembly and delivery of relief hampers directly

to farmers in need to help alleviate the stress of household budgets and to allow them to continue with their everyday lives and farm duties.

We use a “hands up” approach to farmers’ needs that is offered at all times with complete confidentiality and respect for them and their families.

For more information, contact Melissa on 0409 334 397 or Jan on 0488 445 153.

If you would like to make a monetary donation contact Jan, or go to our GoFundMe page at: https:// www.gofundme.com/27t38ak or direct deposit to: BSB 633 000, Account number: 158 192 724

Lodge sells out THE Woorayl Lodge garage sale was a huge success on Saturday, with plenty of people stopping in to grab a bargain at the corner of the South Gippsland Highway and Boags Road, Leongatha.

cided not to sell at this year’s fete.

“It was surprising how many people came out. We moved

quite a lot of stuff,” she said.

Ms Symmons said the money raised from the garage sale will

hopefully go towards to the new facility, which is proposed for the land where the garage sale was held.

Further to the lodge’s fete, held earlier in the year, proceeds from the garage sale will go towards beautifying the Leongatha facility.

The sale raised around $900.

Member of the Woorayl Lodge Ladies Auxiliary and garage sale organiser Sue Symmons said the sale Great effort: instrumental in organising the Woorayl Lodge garage mainly featured fur- sale in Leongatha on Saturday were, from left, Sue Symmons, Geoff niture, which they de- Robb and Carol Harry.

Bargain hunting: Pina Deas from Melbourne was stoked with her purchase of a new chair at the Woorayl Lodge garage sale in Leongatha on Saturday, which she plans to get reupholstered.

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Aussies love Italian touch to national day “It was a fabulous day. The weather was WHAT better way to celebrate Australia Day than to kick back with family and great and we completely sold out,” owner of friends at Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria in Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria Rhiannon Nix said.

“Janie Gordon performed fabulously. We Meeniyan. had a few of our regulars join us. They decided

Fabulous feast: from left, Katherine Elliott, Kim and Gary Harris and Wayne and Terri Elliot got together for the Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria Australia Day celebration at Meeniyan last Thursday.

Aussies cheer: from left: Tash Berryman, Tim and Sharron Stephens, and Katherine and Trevor Riseley spent their Australia Day together celebrating at Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria, Meeniyan, last Thursday.

Creativity on show THE Meeniyan community gathered together for a scarecrow making competition in the Meeniyan Community Garden on Australia Day last Thursday.

People were invited to bring their own scarecrow or better yet, build one in the garden on the day.

The basics were supplied by the Meeniyan Community Garden committee.

Competitors brought their own special fixings to create a unique scarecrow.

“It was a fantastic day. We had 13 scarecrows made and they will remain in the garden for everyone to enjoy,” secretary of the Meeniyan Community Garden Rhona Maclean said.

Right, Original: Campbell, Tanya and Bryn Jackson spent their Australia Day building scarecrows in the Meeniyan Community Garden last Thursday.

Aussie fun: Maeve Bowler had a great time exploring all of the scarecrows last Thursday in the Meeniyan Community Garden. Maeve won the 11 and under competition.

Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria opened its doors and to come out to us instead of going to each othserved up a Big Australia Day Barbecue with an er’s houses. Everyone had a good time.” all you can eat party last Thursday for Australia Day. There was fabulous Italian fare, drinks and live entertainment performed by talented local performer Janie Gordon, who performed at the recent Sounds of Summer music festival in Inverloch.

Sponsor Bullant Brewery from Bruthen came along to celebrate, serving refreshing beer on tap.

Craig Young Butchery in Mirboo North also came along to sponsor Trulli Woodfire Pizzeria, supplying all meat for the Australia Day celebrations.

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Generosity buoys farmers KIND hearted South Gippslanders are helping to keep dairy farmers in business.

A convoy of vehicles laden with hay left Korumburra last Thursday for Ballarat, as part of the 10th hay run by Need for Feed, a project of Lions clubs.

At Ballarat, the local hay was distributed with a total of 12 semi trailer loads of donations to dairy farmers enduring ongoing low prices at Shepparton, Echuca, Colac and Terang.

Donated hay came from as far as South Australia.

Katie Glassock of Korumburra Lions Club was joined by fellow locals Matthew Roberts, Josh Archer and Ricky Allman.

She said they were met by farmers in tears.

“A lot of the farmers are getting close to selling and so this donation just gives them that little bit of hope to keep on going,” she said.

Another hay run on Friday took fodder to dairy farmers in Gippsland, including in South Gippsland.

Thanks for giving, Rob THE peak body for Australian community foundations, Australian Community Philanthropy, has awarded Mirboo North and District Community Foundation’s director Rob Kiddell its inaugural local philanthropist of the year award.

Above, Helping hands: from left, Rick Allman, Josh Archer, Matthew Roberts and Katie Glassock with some of the hay they gathered ahead of the Need for Feed hay run The award, for major long term services and commitment to local last Thursday.

philanthropy, was made at the October 2016 National Community Foundations Forum jointly hosted by the Mirboo North and District and Left, On the road: the South Bass Coast community foundations.

Gippsland convoy of hay It is a great honour, and well prepares to leave Korumbur- deserved, by Mr Kiddell, his family and the local community. ra last Thursday.

Mr Kiddell has been involved in many Mirboo North and district

OPINIONS

Letters to the Editor

E D I T O R I A L Roadworks will reduce risk at Leongatha South THERE has been one accident too many and now the community of Leongatha South is fed up.

Residents are calling for roadworks to address the danger posed to motorists and their passengers at the junction of Bass Highway, and Leongatha South-Outtrim and Roughead roads.

A father was killed there just recently, after a car driven

by his daughter collided with a stationary vehicle and then an oncoming car.

Two crests on the highway either side of the intersection do hinder visibility for approaching traffic, as well as vehicles wishing to turn into the highway.

Yes, drivers approaching the intersection should pay attention and slow down when visibility is limited to reduce the likelihood of a collision.

Yet at the same time, safer roads do help offset the risk of a crash due to human error, which will continue to be made no matter how loudly police and others sing the road safety song.

VicRoads is urged to consider what improvements can be done to make this intersection safer, whether it be turning lanes to help minimise the risk of rear end collisions that can end up involving more than two vehicles, and possibly widening the road and removing the crests to improve sight distance.

While roadworks are expensive, so is the loss of life, both financially and emotionally, with generations of the deceased’s family and friends affected.

Please VicRoads and local politicians, let’s put this intersection on the to do list.

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

FORTY thousand workers All working for free Forty thousand workers All working for me A little bit of effort Some pain, unfortunately Brings a sweet reward For friends and family With like-minded people In productivity We started with some help From a local identity A faithful, gentle man With sincerity Thank you Howard Stevens For helping with our bees.

Anonymous Howard Stevens, a former secondary teacher in South Gippsland, died on December 10, 2016.

What are you most looking forward to about returning to school?

“Seeing my friends again and I’m looking forward to physical education.”

Toby Gale, Leongatha.

• Mirboo North Cemetery Trust; • chairperson Mirboo North Uniting Church Council; • trustee Latrobe Regional Gallery Foundation; • Mirboo North Schools Chaplaincy Committee; and • chair, Mirboo North Community Shed.

Mr Kiddell has not only served the community in the above organisations and activities, but has also provided pro bono advice and expertise to many organisations and individuals in need.

His dedication and service to the district community have brought enormous benefit to the community and his wealth of experience and expertise in the legal and financial world are invaluable to the community.

Philanthropy is not only about the money. In the words of the prophet Kahlil Gibran, “You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.”

This sums up Mr Kiddell.

A tribute to the late Howard Stevens

VOXPOP! VOX

“I’m excited to see all of my friends again.”

Harry Hoekstra, Leongatha.

community organisations over many years.

At the presentation, former Mirboo North foundation executive officer Derrick Ehmke paid tribute to Mr Kiddell’s dedication and commitment to the community and described him as the “quiet philanthropist”.

Mr Kiddell is a local certified financial planner, lawyer, notary and company director who has wide community and professional interests.

He is a former shire councillor, a life member of Apex, he was the inaugural president of the Mirboo Community Association, a former secretary of the Gippsland Law Association and a fellow of the Gippsland Community Leadership Program.

His current extra curricula activities include: founding members and vice chair of Mirboo North and District Community Foundation; • squadron leader in the RAAF Specialist Reserve;

“Looking forward to having fun “Catching up with my friends and there is much more to learn again.” in secondary school than primaCampbell Riseley, ry school.”

Koonwarra.

Jonathan Bishop, Korumburra.

Community first: Rob Kiddell (right) of the Mirboo North Community Foundation received his Australian Community Philanthropy Award. He is with Paul Pratt, chair of the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation.

Hunting starts on Snake Island THE two year trial of balloted Hog Deer hunting on Snake Island will start on Monday, February 6, when eight hunters will be permitted on the island for five days.

The ballot and hunting periods will be strictly regulated by the Game Management Authority (GMA) and Parks Victoria.

Snake Island is within Corner Inlet and is part of the Nooramunga Marine and Coastal Park.

It is estimated there are around 500 Hog Deer on Snake Island.

The trial was announced by the Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio in August last year.

The trial aims to provide hunting opportunities in a safe way that coexists with current land use and visitors to the island.

The Australian Deer Association conducted a hunter education weekend at Port Welshpool on January 21 and 22 and each hunter will undertake a mandatory briefing by Parks Victoria and the GMA prior to arriving on the island.

There will be a total of seven hunt periods held between February and May this year, scheduled to avoid weekends and public holidays.

Each hunt period begins on Monday at 8am and finishes on Friday at midday and hunting is not permitted at night.

An information package and fact sheet for the program has been developed and can be accessed from the Parks Victoria and GMA websites.

Parks Victoria area chief ranger for South Gippsland and Bass, Gerard Delaney, said Parks Victoria has been happy with the professionalism of stakeholders in discussing the detail of this program.

“We will be reviewing the program after the completion of the 2017 hunt and again in 2018 following the completion of the trial and will continue to consult with the various user groups,” he said.

GMA director Simon Toop said hunters will be well briefed on their responsibilities and obligations, with a particular emphasis on safety.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, January 31, 2017 - PAGE 13

Griggs, Hardacre share honours president for the past three years.

In 2016, she received a highly regarded Recognition Certificate for her contributions over the years.

She is a state horticultural judge and has opened her own garden to the public on several occasions.

Mr Hardacre has been Jamin Heppell participata member and leaser of the ed as the guest speaker and Ruby CFA for the past 22 music was provided by the years, holding a senior role of South Gippsland Shire Brass captain from 2006 to 2016.

Band.

During his time with the Leongatha and District CFA, Mr Hardacre has been Citizen of the Year award extremely community orienwent to Leongatha resident tated and had done numerGlenice Griggs, nominated ous courses enabling him to

by Helen Barrow, and Dar- Standout pair: Glenice Griggs and Darren Hardacre were support and educate the comren Hardacre, nominated by jointly named Leongatha and District Citizen of the Year. munity.

Michael Guest.

These courses have inGlenice has volunteered for a number of organisations. cluded brigades in schools, fire safe kids, plan and conduct awareness She had been a member of the Koorooman Tennis Club where and providing emergency care. she served as secretary for 20 years as well as being coach of the Mr Hardacre leads fire safety educational programs at pre-school, juniors. primary and high school levels due to his unique ability to communiShe was a committee member of the Leongatha Technical School cate with children of all ages.

Parents’ Club for three years, president of the Leongatha Blind AuxilEven after stepping down as Ruby CFA captain in early 2016, Mr iary for 17 years, secretary of the Leongatha Rose Show for 12 years Hardacre continues to work tirelessly at getting the fire safety mesand a member of the Nerrena Ladies Auxiliary for 15 years. sage out to the community.

Her diverse community involvement shows her ability to comReturning recently from a contingency to Adelaide, South Ausmunicate with people from children to adults of all ages. tralia, Mr Hardacre committed five days of his personal time to assist She is the epitome of someone who believes in ‘getting the job and support people who were severely affected by flood waters. done’ for the benefit of the whole community.

After the awards ceremony, a free sausage sizzle was provided Her love of gardening saw her join the Leongatha Horticulture and the Leongatha Community groups and children’s activities orSociety in 1982. ganised by St Peter’s Anglican Church brought locals together to She had been a member ever since and has served as junior vice celebrate being Australian.

THE Leongatha and District Australia Day Ceremony begun with a special Australian flag raising and the National Anthem led by Sharon Campbell and Marty Box.

Community minded: award recipients at the Meeniyan Australia Day celebrations were, from left, citizen of the year Darlene Jones, youth community contribution recipient Jasmin Mackie and John Cocking, standing in for Robin Nottage, who organised the community of the year, the Meeniyan Garden Walk.

He told the audience packed into the Meeniyan Town Hall just that.

The MP was impressed by the spectacular floral arrangements of kangaroo paw and gum leaves, and drew laughter when he remarked there were a “few noxious weeds” in the crowd. There was even a cockatoo soft toy to top off the occasion.

“The importance of who we are comes home on a day like today,” Mr Broadbent said.

“We can celebrate this great nation and the fact we are Australian.”

He summarised a message from Australian Immigration Minister Peter Dutton, reflecting the Australian quality of shying away from pomp and ceremony.

Family fun: from left, Christine Warren, Dorothy Warren, Charlotte Walker, Neil Warren, who received a medal of the Order of Australia, Fiona Walker, Tristan Walker and Imogen Walker celebrated their Australia Day at the Leongatha ceremony.

Meet, greet: Meeniyan siblings Bryn Jackson (left) and Campbell Jackson chatted with Australia Day ambassador Neil Soiller OAM at Meeniyan’s Australia Day service. The brothers are students at Tarwin ValAussie, Aussie, Aussie: Ned Trease-Gordon, Julie Trease and Will ley Primary School.

Trease-Gordon, all from Mirboo North, attended the Mirboo North and District Australia Day ceremony last Thursday.

Meeniyan flies flag with pride MEENIYAN’S citizenship ceremony on Australia Day was among the best ever seen by McMillan MP Russell Broadbent.

Proudly Australian: Leongatha Girl Guides Ayla Jones, Kaydee Jones, Georgia Lawry and Ruby Kuffer proudly waved the Aussie flag high at the Leongatha and District Australia Day ceremony.

South Gippsland Shire Council organised the ceremony, at which five adults and two children became Australians.

They were David Ferguson, formerly of the United Kingdom and now Leongatha; John Long, formerly of the United States of America and now Leongatha; Tom Mercer, formerly of the United Kingdom and now of Stony Creek; and Dimity Ranawaka and Saman Alwis, and their children Kisara and Rusira, formerly of Sri Lanka and now of Leongatha.

Young performer Janie Gordon of Leongatha led a rendition of Advance Australia Fair and council hosted a morning tea for the new citizens after the ceremony, as the Meeniyan celebration continued.

Organised by the Meeniyan Progress Association, the occasion featured a flag raising by Campbell Jackson, a school captain of Tarwin Valley Primary School and a welcome by event MC Catherine Waldron of the

Officially Australian: from left, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent with new citizens Kisara Alwis, David Ferguson, Rusira Alwis, John Long, Dimity Ranawaka, Tom Mercer, Saman Alwis, Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien and South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento at the Meeniyan celebration.

progress association.

Tarwin Valley Primary School principal Brett Smith gave a presentation, followed by a reading by Campbell and fellow captain Astrid Cecil.

Australia Day ambassador Neil Soiller OAM spoke of his work as chief executive officer of the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation and how the recent Bourke Street tragedy in Melbourne affected Victorians.

“When we saw that event and how everybody came to help, that was an example of what it means to be an Australian,” Mr Soiller said.

Darlene Jones was named Meeniyan’s Citizen of the Year, in recognition of her work with the Meeniyan Dumbalk United Football Netball Club as a life member, coach of 11/U boys and girls teams, co-coach of the 13/U team and team manager of the A Grade side.

She has been involved with Meeniyan basketball for more than 20 years, as a committee member, secretary, score secretary and coach, and also volunteers at Tarwin Valley Primary School.

Meeniyan Garden Walk was crowned community event of the year. Organised by the progress association, the walk showcased local gardens and raised $1610 for the community. Profits were used to help establish a community garden, upgrade sound and lighting at the hall, running Christmas carols and maintain Tanderra Park.

Over the past 17 years of the event, 90 gardens have been involved.

Jasmin Mackie, 15, received a youth community contribution award for her work with the Meeniyan branch of the Country Women’s Association since 2009.

She succeeds in competitions, helps setup events, prepares raffle prizes, assists stewards and cleans. She has even worked in the CWA cafeteria at the Royal Melbourne Show.

Mirboo North unites THE Mirboo North and District Australia Day ceremony was held last Thursday at Baromi Park in Mirboo North.

The ceremony began with the Mirboo North Scouts leading the Australian flag parade, followed by the awards ceremony.

Mirboo North Citizen of the Year was Marg Thomas.

Marg’s dedication to the Lock the Gate Campaign is single handedly recognised as the determining success behind stopping the threat of coal seam gas exploration in South Gippsland.

After receiving a flyer in her letterbox which raised concerns about the possibility of South Gippsland’s water table being contaminated, Marg attended the community meeting to offer her support and didn’t look back.

Since 2011, Marg has worked tirelessly to inform, inspire, support and motivate the community to fight the threat of invasive mining. She led the Coal and Coal Seam Gas Free Mirboo North group for five years and her involvement in the campaign was extensive.

In August 2016, Marg’s commitment to the Lock the Gate Campaign shaped Victorian Government policy with the government announcing a permanent ban on unconventional gas.

Mirboo North Event of the Year went to the Mirboo North Italian Festa.

The event promotes community engagement, social cohesion and cultural awareness of the contributions of the Italian community to the area of Mirboo North.

The Mirboo North Youth Community Contribution Award went to Kailah Salinger.

Kailah is the recent recipient of the Mir-

boo North Secondary College Community Award.

Kailah has represented her school in swimming, at interschool and regional levels and her outfits for sports day showed great school spirit.

She represented Mirboo North in the German Poetry Competition and on the German exchange.

She has also been a member of the college music program and participated in many school productions.

Kailah is involved in the CFA, lifesaving at the Mirboo North Pool and her family’s local business.

The Australia Day Sub-Committee of Mirboo Country Development would like to thank all of the guests, dignitaries and award recipients for their attendance on Thursday.

Aussie spirit: Barb Pullinger and Ruth Rogan from Mirboo North got into the real Australian spirit last Thurday at the Mirboo North and District Australia Day ceremony.

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Wonthaggi celebrates role models AFTER enjoying the traditional Australia Day breakfast, Wonthaggi celebrated its generous and hardworking citizens on Thursday morning.

Top citizens: Dalyston’s Max and Pam Williams were announced Wonthaggi Rotary Club’s 2017 Citizens of the Year for their work in the community and with the SIDS and Kids Foundation. They are pictured with Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ambassador Deb Rielly (back), who presented the award at Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ceremony.

Hosted by the Wonthaggi Rotary Club, president Graeme Sprague said the event was initiated 23 years ago, and acknowledged some of the special members of the community.

Deb Rielly – the Australia Day ambassador – was one of the special guests who inspired all who attended the event.

Ms Rielly spoke about her work as a local paramedic, raising two young boys in the community, her battle with breast cancer, her participation in triathlons and other major athletic events, and her goal to support the young people locally.

“In 2003 I was diagnosed with breast cancer and strangers from this community stepped up to help me out.

In the same year, I competed in a triathlon in New Zealand. I was honoured to wear the Australian uniform. I was fighting for my life but I was so proud to be fighting for my country and my community as well,” she said.

“I’ve always felt a real sense of community in Wonthaggi and we need to support our youth so they can be proud of their community too.”

Ms Rielly and Wonthaggi Rotarians congratulated this year’s award winners.

Passionate: Wonthaggi’s Wendy Crellin was recognised for her on- Inspiration: Wonthaggi’s Dorothy Slade received a community service award going commitment to bringing art for her selfless volunteer work within the community at Wonthaggi’s Australia to Bass Coast and maintaining its Day ceremony on Thursday. She is pictured with her proud son Bill. heritage at Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ceremony.

Local citizens inspire

DALYSTON’S Pam and Max Williams were announced the Wonthaggi Rotary Club’s Citizens of the Year.

Health and fitness: while Glenn Sullivan is well known as a participant in all sports, he received the community sport and recreation award for his commitment to junior football and his ongoing work with Inverloch parkrun at Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ceremony.

Life saver: Wonthaggi’s Jack Blundell received the community service award for his long commitment to the Wonthaggi Life Saving Club at Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ceremony on Thursday.

Successful: Brian Clancy accepted the business excellence award at Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ceremony on Thursday. Clancy’s Printing Service is known for is good service, reliability and generous sponsorship.

Mr and Mrs Williams have led busy lives. They run a farm, have supported a loving family and shared their passion for music and sport.

They have worked on various local committees and have volunteered with local organisations.

Their most recent accomplishment was the provision of two holiday respite cottages to support SIDS and Kids Foundation.

These cottages have already been visited 43 times over the past two years by families in need.

Wonthaggi’s Jack Blundell received a community service award.

Mr Blundell spent 48 years patrolling beaches as an active member of the Wonthaggi Life Saving Club and was part of a successful team that won Victorian Life Saving Championships.

His name appears on the honour roll of the Victorian Royal Life Saving Society in recognition of his commitment.

He also spent 10 years with St John’s Rescue Squad.

These days he is a volunteer at the State Coal Mine and up until recently ran highly regarded underground tours.

Left, Long service: John Cartwright accepted the community achievement award on behalf of Radio 3MFM at Wonthaggi’s Australia Day ceremony. The radio station has been on the air for 30 years.

Inverloch enjoys Australia Day success INVERLOCH enjoyed its biggest Australia Day celebration yet on Thursday.

Held by the Inverloch RSL, hundreds turned out to commemorate the national day.

A sausage sizzle was provided by the Inverloch Lions Club and face painting was enjoyed by the children.

RSL secretary Jan Millington said the RSL recently received an $868 Bass Coast Shire Council community grant, which allowed it to ensure the Australia Day ceremony went smoothly.

“It was very successful – one of our best yet,” she said.

RSL members Bob Lambie and Peter Allen raised the Australian flag on the day.

Bass Coast Shire Councillor Julian

Brown was the guest speaker. He spoke about his own Australia experiences, as well as national days he experienced in other countries and the significance of national pride.

The U3A Choir performed at the ceremony under new conductor Christine Ross, with Shirley Burchett playing the piano and Hannah Darts playing the cello.

Andy Postlewight and Simone Van

Gaalan represented the Salvation Army. Ms Van Gaalan closed the ceremony with the national anthem.

A light lunch was provided by the RSL members at the RSL hall after the ceremony.

“We are very grateful for the sausage sizzle, the face painting and the fantastic music that made the day such a success,” Ms Millington said.

Successful day: from left, Inverloch RSL members Wayne Clark, presiFamily fun: from left, Inverloch’s Margaret Wilkinson, Jasmine Birch, dent Trevor Scott, Amy Turner, Kevin Lynch, Michael Kennedy and secJean Burrows, Brenda Birch, Genevieve Ryan and Margaret O’Halloran retary Jan Millington were thrilled with the turn out at Inverloch’s Ausshowed their Australia Day spirit by joining in on the RSL’s festivities. tralia Day celebration.

The second community service award went to Wonthaggi’s Dorothy Slade.

Ms Slade volunteers at the Rose Lodge Opportunity Shop and with the Wonthaggi Uncle Bob’s Club, which raises money for the Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal.

She has a proud history of community service, working on school committees and parents’ clubs. She is known for being a tireless worker and a quiet achiever.

Wonthaggi’s Wendy Crellin was presented the community arts award.

Mrs Crellin was a former councillor for the Borough of Wonthaggi and was a board member for Rose Lodge.

She has advocated for the town’s heritage; she led the charge to save the Goods Shed at the old station and turned it into an arts working and exhibition space.

The State Coal Mine Rescue Station was another one of her projects, which has become another important community arts space.

Her most recent contribution is the unique Robert Smith collection, which was gifted to Wonthaggi and represents Wonthaggi’s rich mining history.

The community sport and recreation award was received by Glenn Sullivan.

Mr Sullivan has an impressive record in the sporting community, but he is particularly recognised for his work in football and parkrun.

He was a junior football coordinator and coached the U14 Wonthaggi Blues team with immediate success.

When the town clubs merged in 2005, Mr Sullivan coached the U15 Wonthaggi Power team and was recognised as a mentor.

He was the Alberton Junior Football League secretary for four years.

He is now the run director for the Inverloch parkrun and continues to advocate for health and fitness in the community.

Clancy’s Printing Service received the business excellence award.

Brian Clancy began his career printing newspapers until 1972, then decided to branch out on his own.

It was a success story, as it is still a thriving business.

Although a lot has changed, Mr Clancy keeps up with the latest technology and has continued a tradition of good service and reliability.

The business continues to support events through generous sponsorship and is held in high esteem throughout the community.

The community achievement award was presented to Radio 3MFM. The radio station has had its share of challenges but continues to engage listens from across South Gippsland.

Starting in 1987, the award was given in recognition of 30 years of service.

It currently has 30 presenters, three part time staff, three transmission sites, and the support of the local community.

The award was accepted by John Cartwright who – along with his fellow band members from Kernot Country – entertained the audience throughout the ceremony.

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Aussie day award for Lorraine LORRAINE Knox from Loch was awarded the Korumburra and District community’s Australia Day top award during celebrations in Loch The Korumburra and District Australia Day celebration was held at the Loch Memorial Reserve on Australia Day this year with many events to keep the whole family entertained for the afternoon.

“It was Loch’s turn this year,” director of the event Paul Kurts said.

“It was a classic Australia Day celebration so you could have your coffee or your can of VB and listen to some good music.”

The events of the day started at 11am with eight sets of riders and horses parading their Australia Day memorabilia around the oval to the delight of the spectators.

The honour of raising the flag fell on a group of scouts and scout leaders from the 2nd Korumburra Scout Group.

Ms Knox was awarded the Korumburra and District Communities Australia Day Citizen of the Year for 2017 by South Gippsland Shire Councillor Lorraine Brunt.

“This is an award for all of us,” Ms Knox said.

“I’m very honoured and proud to be standing here.”

Ms Knox has been an active member of the Loch community for 44 years and her contributions to the progress of the town was formally acknowledged with the award.

Tony and Andrew Moon also received a certificate of acknowledgement for their efforts to restore local history.

“It was an interesting job and we’re happy to make it available for anyone who wants to read it,” Tony

said.

The Korumburra brothers spent four years researching the servicemen from the local area who had lost their lives in World War One and World War Two. Their research culminated in a book they called Far From Home.

The book has been used in local schools, in historical societies and they have made copies available to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

During their four years of research the brothers discovered some servicemen who had not been recognised on the Korumburra cenotaph.

The efforts of these servicemen have now been acknowledged thanks to the Moons and their families and the Korumburra community can now honour the lives they sacrificed.

As well as producing the book, the brothers have also been part of the driving force to refurbish the Korumburra cenotaph that was finished in time for the centenary celebrations.

Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien also made an appearance at the event.

In his speech he acknowledged Shirley Reeves of Korumburra who had been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia.

As well as the formal celebrations, there were also plenty of children’s activities including the popular tractor and trailer rides around the oval.

A sausage sizzle provided lunch and there was a birthday cake for Australia and everyone was handed a slice to celebrate.

“The turnout is very good, and we’ve got a good mix of people from the towns. It’s a big community event,” Mr Kurts said.

Local winners: Lorraine Knox was awarded the Citizen of the Year for the Korumburra and District Communities by South Gippsland Shire Councillor Lorraine Brunt. Tony Moon and his brother Andrew, who was absent, were given a certificate of acknowledgement at the Korumburra and District Australia Day celebration at the Loch Memorial Reserve.

CFA commemorates: local members of the Country Fire Authority were out in force to join in the festivities at the Korumburra and District Australia Day celebration at the Loch Memorial Reserve. From left, Andrew Sporle, Michael Apps, and Russell Brown from the Loch CFA, with members of junior division of the Loch CFA, Keeley Johnson and Jade Butler.

Thoroughbred patriots: Emily Judd riding Khaleesi, and Katheryn Patience riding Tilly from Loch rode laps of the Loch Memorial Reserve during the Korumburra and District Australia Day celebration.

Scouts’ honour: members of the 2nd Korumburra Scout Group raised the flag at the Korumburra and District Australia Day celebration at the Loch Memorial Reserve. Back, from left, Debbra O’Keef, Heidi Marshall, Shirley Reeves (who received an Order of Australia Medal) and Jarred Dubignon. Front, from left, Brienna Marshall, Sian Marshall, Aidan Marshall, Lane Dubignon, Charlotte Amor, Danni Amor and Hayley Amor.

Kongwak serves Aussie breakfast KONGWAK has been holding its own Australia Day celebrations for the town and surrounding area for a number of years at the Kongwak Hall.

Last Thursday’s annual Australia Day Breakfast in Kongwak was the biggest turnout in many years.

“We’ve served 130 plus people.

We’re more than pleased with the turnout,” president of the Kongwak Hall Committee Roger Perrett said.

“This is the largest crowd we’ve had for quite a few years.”

The Kongwak Hall Committee members donated their time to set up the hall and prepare and serve the massive breakfast feast for everyone who came to enjoy the day.

The honour of raising the flag went to Dr Peter Hudson from Inverloch who was also the guest speaker for the morning.

Dr Hudson commutes to Melbourne where he is the director of the Victorian Cancer Biologics Consortium and he spoke to the crowd about the latest biotechnology breakthroughs to improve human health, focusing on cancer immunotherapy.

“There’s a new wave of products that revolutionises the way we treat cancer,” Dr Hudson said.

“Immunotherapy is really important and it is working.”

The event managed to raise more than $400 via donation tins towards Dr Hudson’s research into prostate cancer.

“We all realise Australia Day is becoming a great event, especially at Kongwak,” Mr Perrett said.

Hard work: the active members of the Pound Creek CFA who make up the ladies auxiliary worked hard all week to prepare delicious plates of food for the Pound Creek Australia Day celebration.

Pound Creek shines

Aussie brekky: Georgia Kyle from Korumburra, with her cousins Max and Harry Tonkin from Cape Paterson, had a SOME 150 people joined delicious breakfast at the Kongwak Hall on Australia Day for the Pound Creek CFA in celebrating Australia Day the annual Australia Day Breakfast in Kongwak.

on Thursday.

Technical talk: guest speaker of the Australia Day Breakfast in Kongwak, Dr Peter Hudson and the president of the Kongwak Hall Committee, Roger Perrett on Australia Day at the Kongwak Hall in Kongwak.

Organised by the CFA, guests enjoyed a delicious spread of barbecue meats and salads for lunch, followed by plenty of tasty desserts.

“The ladies auxiliary members have been preparing for Australia Day over the past week and we are very grateful for their hard work,” CFA captain Peter Vanzuyden said.

Entertainment was provided by the South Gippsland Brass Band and this year’s guest speaker was Inverloch’s Graeme Tuff.

Mr Tuff is a well known identity across South Gippsland and once worked in a nursery.

However, for the past 10 years he has been visiting Papua New Guinea at least once a year.

He saw so much poverty when he first visited the country that it drove him to keep going back with a collection of clothes, toys, jewellery and other trinkets to do his part to help.

“I made a point of taking new

things over for children because they hardly get anything new. They are lovely people and I have made many new friends there,” he said.

Mr Tuff helped a young man through business college and was humbled to go to his graduation in recent years.

Mr Vanzuyden said the Pound

Creek CFA covered Inverloch, Tarwin and Venus Bay as well, and there was a real sense of camaraderie felt by people across the district, which led to the success of the celebration day.

“It’s great to see so many people come back year after year to celebrate this day together,” he said.

Guest speaker: Pound Creek CFA captain Peter Vanzuyden (right) welcomed Inverloch’s Graeme Tuff to speak about his experiences at Papua New Guinea at the Australia Day celebration on Thursday.

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Aussie tucker fit for an Aussie day BACON and eggs for breakfast drew locals and holidaymakers together for Venus Bay, Tarwin Lower and district Australia Day celebration last Thursday.

Having fun: from left, Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club members Lachlan Martin, JasTo the rescue: from left, South Gippsland Shire Councillor Alyson Skinner, and Venus Bay mine McJames and Georgia Watson showed Surf Life Saving Club members Dave Kaye, Tony Lamontagne, Brett Watson and dog Owen, their love for Australia at the Venus Bay, and Marty McCorriston celebrated Australia Day with a view over Venus Bay’s beach one Tarwin Lower and district Australia Day celebration last Thursday. last Thursday.

The Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club volunteered to host the event for the first time this year and the waft of a tantalising breakfast lured visitors on their way to the beach.

More than 150 people called in to the club and lifesavers appreciated financial support from South Gippsland Shire Council to help provide food.

Cr Alyson Skinner said, “We wanted to encourage people who were visiting for the day to be included because there is not a way for the visitors to feel local to the community.

“In summer the surf club is the lifeblood of this community and a lot of people have retirement places here and their grandchildren come here and so the surf club is a big part of the community.”

The Aboriginal and Australian flags flew side by side from the clubhouse on the day.

Lend a hand, urges Foster’s top citizen FOSTER’S citizen of the year, Debra Collins, has urged the public to volunteer.

Ms Collins urged the crowd to help at least one person in their lives and become involved in the community and reap the benefits.

She was presented with her award by Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien at Foster’s Australia Day celebration last Thursday, at the Foster Museum.

The award recognised Ms Collins’ volunteering record, particularly with the Corner Inlet Pony Club, Bennison Adult Riding Club and West Gippsland Zone.

Meg Rogers from Foster and District Historical Society received the community event of the year award from South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento, in recognition of the society’s recent exhibition Road to the Prom.

The society’s next exhibition will feature sports in Corner Inlet and volunteers are seeking photos or memorabilia the public may wish to add.

During the celebration, Toora Lions Club members cooked a barbecue for the hungry crowd while band Soul Purpose entertained the crowd with its mix of jazz and Aussie favourites.

Feeling good: from left, South Gippsland Shire citizen of the year Bev Hanley, Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath, Colin Kiel, South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Maxine Kiel, Bev Cook, Ed Hanley, South Gippsland Shire Councillor Meg Edwards and Brian Cook of Mirboo North commemorate Australia Day at Dumbalk last Thursday.

Dumbalk celebrates in true Aussie fashion A BARBECUE and community get together was how the Dumbalk community commemorated Australia Day last Thursday evening.

Good on you: Debra Collins was presented with her Corner Inlet Citizen of the Year Award by Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien for her work in the community, particularly with the Corner Inlet Pony Club, Bennison Adult Riding Club and West Gippsland Zone.

Standout winner: Meg Rogers from Foster and District Historical Society accepted the community event of the year award for the society’s recent Road to the Prom exhibition from South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento at Foster’s Australia Day celebration last Thursday.

Welcome to Australia: Bass Coast Shire Council held a citizenship ceremony in the Old Post Office in Wonthaggi on Australia Day. Bass MP Brian Paynter (left) welcomed the new citizens, from left, Gordon Maber from England, now of Cowes; David Butcher from the UK, now of Wonthaggi; Anna Owondo from Kenya, now of Corinella; mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield; and Ramesh Bhandari from Nepal, now of Wonthaggi.

People gathered in Farmers Road to hear guest speaker Derrick Ehmke, the former executive director of the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation, followed by plenty of chatting and laughter.

Right, Creative group: Sophie Kenney (left) helped decorate for Dumbalk’s Australia Day celebration last Thursday. She is with Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath and guest speaker Derrick Ehmke guest speaker.

Social occasion: from left, George Bentley, Noel Graydon, Carmen Corrine and Meg Van Boxtel relax at Dumbalk’s Australia Day celebration last Thursday.

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Early celebrations: Cooper Withall, Sebastian Ardley, Daniel Dwyer, and Hamish Withall from Poowong started Australia Day celebrations early at the Poowong outdoor pool on Wednesday.

Grab a snag: lifeguards Nick Patterson and Elizabeth O’Brien were on hand to feed everyone who went to the Australia Day eve party at the Poowong outdoor pool on Wednesday.

Poowong loves pool party The pool has been hosting the event for the last three years and this year the YMCA took over the organising of the event from the local swimming club.

The event was a great chance for people to get in the Australia Day spirit a day early.

There were games of giant jenga, giant connect four, and noughts and crosses and even a lolly scramble for the children at the shallow end

of the pool.

The decades old inflatable toy Maurice also made an appearance at the pool and children repeatedly lined up for the chance to make it across the toy without falling off.

Local lifeguards watched over all the activities keeping everyone safe.

The lifeguards also fed the families with a classic Australian style barbecue.

The weather was perfect for the pool party and the day was a success for the Poowong outdoor pool.

Cousins play: John Parameter from Poowong East and his cousin Emy Eriera from Melbourne splashed around in the Poowong outdoor pool during the Australia Day eve pool party.

Keeping cool: Coby and Zac Fowles from Korumburra beat the heat on Australia Day eve at the Poowong outdoor pool for the annual pool party.

THE Poowong outdoor pool held a night of family fun at the annual Australia Day eve pool party last Wednesday.

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Pool renovations proposed SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council re- new entrance.

The main pool and learning pool will be comcently approved the redevelopment masrefurbished, along with new wet decks ter plan for the Mirboo North outdoor pletely around the pools. swimming pool.

The men and women’s change rooms are goCouncil released the master plan based on responses to a community survey.

The plan involves a lot of changes to the pool and nearby assets.

The major project involves demolishing the toddler pool and turning that area into a splash pad and water play place.

A new entrance will be built with ramps for disabled access.

Donations from the public will help fund the

ing to be demolished and moved to a more practical spot.

The plans are still in the making however the objective is to finish the redevelopment in 2018, subject to further funding from state and federal governments.

“We’re very pleased to see it progressing and we’re hoping to meet with the shire to get more community feedback,” president of the Mirboo North swimming pool Liz Radcliff said.

“These plans, due to being a master plan, are obviously of a high level and we’re hoping to meet with the council to find out exactly what is going on in next level detail.

“We’re still interested in feedback from the local community. If anyone has any they can contact us via our Facebook page, or if they’re at the pool they can leave feedback and look at the plans.”

Be water efficient this summer WITH warm weather conditions experi-

Above right, Learning new skills: Oscar enced over the Christmas and New Year Draper, 7, from Mirboo North learnt new period, and below average rainfall preskills in a Vic Swim class at the Mirboo dicted by the Bureau of Meteorology for North Pool recently.

parts of eastern Australia from January to March, South Gippsland Water customers and visitors to the region are encouraged to use water wisely at all times.

South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said, “All water supply systems have begun to drop as rainfall has decreased and demand for water across communities, particularly coastal townships, increases.

“South Gippsland Water is monitoring conditions and storage levels and we encourage customers, and the broader community, to be conscious of household water use as we enter the second half of summer.”

Simple water saving practices customers can easily activate in the garden include, ensuring hoses are

fitted with a trigger nozzle and free of leaks, planting a waterwise garden and using mulch to hold moisture in garden beds, and watering during the cooler parts of the day.

In the home, limit shower time to four minutes, install a water-saving showerhead, use the half flush when flushing the toilet, and fix any leaking or dripping taps.

Visit the South Gippsland Water website for more water saving advice from Smart Approved WaterMark, www.sgwater.com.au/smartwatermark.

Also available on the website is information about the Permanent Water Saving Rules in place statewide, rules that provide all Victorians with a common-sense approach to water use.

“It’s timely to remind the community that the rules are in force year-round and are separate from any other water restrictions South Gippsland Water may need to impose from time to time,” Mr du Plessis said.

“Water is an essential resource and shouldn’t be wasted; small, everyday water savings can make a big difference.”

Plan ahead: the Country Fire Authority is urging the community to reduce fuel loads to avoid the risk of grass fires this summer. Photo: Facebook.

Fire risk runs high

By Caroline Varrasso Crawford THE threat of dangerous grass fires this year is higher than usual.

These fires can travel up to 25 km/h starting quickly and spreading rapidly throughout the community.

Following a wet spring, the grass continues to grow thick and fast across the region.

“It’s fantastic for the farming community, but will cause our brigades headaches as it dries off and is ready to burn,” CFA assistant chief officer of the South East Region Trevor Owen said.

“This abundant growth will see an increase in grass fire intensity. This means that while the fires may move slower than usual, the heat and flame highs will be greater.”

All home owners should be aware of the risk of fire as it can affect lives and property in builtup areas or out on a farm.

The risk of fire damage to property can be reduced by mowing lawns and clearing grass, scrub, and other vegetation from around homes.

Store anything flammable, such as firewood, rubbish and gas bottles away from houses and fences.

“Reducing the vegetation around your home is one of the most important things you can do to keep your home safe in a bushfire,” Mr Owen said.

The CFA expects property owners will need to take extra precautions to keep grass cut down to a height that maintains an adequate level of safety.

Farmers will also need to be conscious of the machinery they are using during the fire danger period.

Tractors, slashers, and other machines with internal combustion or heat engines should be fitted with a spark arrestor, and have a water fire extinguisher or knapsack of at least nine litres capacity if being used around vegetation.

“We are only ever four or five hot days away from a significant bushfire potential,” Mr Owen said.

“It’s too late to begin spraying and slashing as the fire approaches. You must prepare before the fire season.”

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Stay cool without the cost S A G cooll and STAYING d comfortable f bl in i summer doesn’t have to be expensive according to Sustainability Victoria.

The State Government agency recommends stopping the heat getting into your home during the day and let cool air in at night to reduce the need for expensive cooling equipment with high operating costs. Therefore, if you already have an air conditioner, you can reduce the need to use it, saving energy and money.

Energy efficient cooling helps to reduce energy costs and saves money.

Sustainability Victoria suggests homeowners consider these ‘passive cooling’ ideas to minimise the heat getting into your home and reduce the need for supplementary cooling: • shade north, west and east windows with external shading; • insulate ceiling, walls and floors; • seal around windows and doors, and other cracks and gaps to stop the hot outside air from entering the house; • expel hot air from the house and allow cool outside air into the house at night or after

h d a cooll change; and • landscape to provide shade in summer and natural light in winter.

If you need to actively cool your home with supplementary cooling, then it is important to choose the most appropriate system for your needs.

Ceiling, wall-mounted and portable electric fans can be a cheap and effective way to stay comfortable on warm, humid summer nights.

Evaporative cooling systems draw air through a moist pad, cooling and humidifying Making a splash: Sustainability Victoria has tips for homeowners to cool their homes withthe air before it is blown through your house. out the expense this summer. Alternatively, pools and beaches are a fun way to cool down.

They are available in ducted, wall-mounted and portable units, and work best in hot, dry conditions.

Air conditioners extract heat from the air inside your house and transfer it outside, cooling the air to a temperature determined by a thermostat. They are available in portable, room and ducted systems.

Look for energy efficient models as these will also save money.

Have your say on water prices WESTERNPORT Water encourages customers to get involved and help shape the future direction and prices for water and wastewater services for the region.

“The Lets Talk engagement program was established to better understand customer and community perceptions and open up an ongoing discussion around the quality and nature of our water and wastewater services,” Westernport Water managing director Peter Quigley said.

“It’s critical that we consider the concerns and needs of our customers in the development of our future strategies and prices.

“Our initial focus is to learn more about customer preferences and priorities. Once we have identified the areas where customers are seeking change, we will come back with options, proposals and potential trade–offs to ascertain customer support.”

Every five years water corporations are required to develop a Pricing Submission in consultation with customers and provide it to the Essential Services Commission who ultimately determines the maximum prices that Westernport Water is able to charge for its services.

“It’s important that our forward plans reflect

customer expectations. Since October 2016, our team has conducted telephone surveys and attended many community events where they have talked to and gathered responses from around 1000 customers,” Mr Quigley said.

“I’d like to say thank you to everyone that has given up their time to participate, and to show our appreciation, we will be donating $3 for every survey completed to one of three worthy causes.

These include the Rotary Club of Phillip Island and San Remo, construction of the Smiths Beach Rescue Base and Water Aid. “So if you see our tent or hydration station at an event over the coming weeks, come say hi and fill out a survey and we will give you a free refillable water bottle.

“Customers that complete the Pricing Submission Survey online will be entered into the draw to win one of three $100 bill credits. All customers have to do is register online and complete the Pricing Submission Survey, it takes less than five minutes.”

Take the survey now! Simply visit http://letstalk.westernportwater.com.au/ For more information visit http://www.westernportwater.com.au/lets-talk/

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Basketball ready to roll REGISTRATIONS are now open for the 2017 basketball season in Leongatha.

Go online to register, at www.leongathabasketball.com.au.

Juniors need to be at least seven years old to play.

There will be under 10, 12, 14 and 17 teams for the boys and a men’s A and B competition.

There are girls under 10, 12, 14 and 17 teams and a women’s competition.

The under 10, 12, 14 girls, the under 17 boys and A and B men play every Monday night.

Competitions start at 4pm at the SPLASH basketball courts.

The under 10, 12, 14 boys, 17 girls and women play on Tuesday nights, starting from 4pm at the same venue.

The Leongatha Basketball Association is still waiting on new uniforms, which should be ready for this season.

The season commences on February 20 and ends in June.

“We’re always looking for new players. The competition is building and we welcome all skill levels,” Leongatha Basketball Association committee member Shelley Fixter said.

Above right, Top players: back, from left Gold coach Noah Clark and team Fletcher McLennan, James Tuckett, Robert Cowie, Alec Francis, Hayden Nielsen and Max Carter celebrated a win in the U/10 boys’ grand final at Leongatha basketball in December 2016. The runners up were, front from left, Indie Cameron, Zac Langstaff, Eathan Langstaff, Sam Johnson, Kyle Littlejohn, Josh Bowler, Jett Tieman, and Green coach Joel Langstaff.

DO you want to join a club that’s going the Melbourne Aces to train with them in their

Miners headed for majors

places?

Get in touch with the South Gippsland Miners Baseball Club.

Club president Tim Katz is excited about the up-coming season, and is putting out the word the club is growing and looking for more players.

“We need more seniors and juniors in particular for our U10, U13 and U16 teams as we have had enough enquiry to enter these teams in the LVBA league draw in our 2017 winter competition and want to fill them out as quickly as we can,” Mr Katz said.

“Our club is going from strength to strength, with the Miners U13 team 2016 premiers junior team recently invited by the major league team

buddies on the field program. They’ll also join them in a mini-game followed by our boys running with the Aces onto the field for the National Anthem as the Aces attempt to win the summer season at Altona on February 10.

“This is quite an honour with the Miners club ready to support their amazing juniors, with many club members taking up the option to attend and cheer them on.”

The Miners have a lot to offer with the club securing two American imports this year, who will not only play for the Miners but also act as coaching staff ensuring players learn the game from experts.

Baseball is really taking off again in the cities and the LVBA league is a great starting point.

Several of the Miners juniors have been picked up by the Melbourne clubs during the summer season which is a testament to the relatively new club and its efforts so far.

This year is set to be even bigger and the club would love to hear from you.

So if you are aged between seven to 70, a guy or girl, give the president Tim Katz a call on 0409 978 465 or check out the club on Facebook or www.southgippslandminers.com.au and get into a great sport kicking off its next season in April 2017. Remember baseball is for everybody!

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Lisa Pellin Dancers achieve This year there will be a new acrobatic proLISA Pellin Dancers is a dance school gram for all ages. providing quality dance training to chilThere will also be hip hop classes with a new dren from ages two and up. male teacher to mix things up.

Lisa Pellin Dancers will be commencing their 25th year this coming term.

Enrolments have now begun and classes start on February 6.

Due to this year being the 25th year, Lisa Pellin is mixing it up and having the concert earlier in the year.

Many of the ex Lisa Pellin dancers are moving on to great things this year.

Jackson Paterson will be starting at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School to complete his schooling, along with Claudia Bolam and Matilda Thorp who will both be returning to the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School this year.

Morgan Mitchelson will be starting full time

training at the Russian Choreographic Academy.

Morgan Bolam finished her VCE in 2016 and will be starting full time training at the Space Dance and Arts centre in Prahran.

Lucy Hogan is commencing full time training with the Queensland Ballet.

Jasmine Susic will be moving to New Zealand to take up a place at the New Zealand School of Dance.

Xavier Pellin will be travelling around Europe on an auditions tour throughout the year.

For more information on how to enrol contact Lisa Pellin on 0432 801 620.

Jazz hands: from left, Lisa Pellin Dancers Tilly Richmond, Mackenzie Wilson and Laila Holt were in costume and ready to perform at the dance school’s annual end of year concert held in December at the Wonthaggi Community Arts Centre.

Learn to swim KORUMBURRA Water Babies provides water awareness and skill development Cutie pies: from left, Edith Cousins, Daphne Van Hoorn and Charlee Vanderland were getting classes for six month old babies to school ready to perform in the Lisa Pellin Dancers annual concert in Wonthaggi in December 2016. aged children conducted at the Korumburra Indoor Heated Pool.

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Students are always challenged and encouraged to develop new skills at their own pace.

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Stamp of approval THE Corner Inlet Stamp Club held its first Coin and Stamp Fair in Korumburra, delighting collectors from across Victoria.

“It’s going very well. People have come from all over Gippsland as well as locals. It’s been a very good stamp meet,” president of the Corner Inlet Stamp Club Robert Knight said.

The fair has been run annually at Foster but made its debut further afield at the Korumburra RSL this year.

“It’s the first year we’ve held it outside Foster. We’re trying to broaden our horizons,” Mr Knight said.

About 100 people turned out to see the collections of the six dealers present at the fair.

Five stamp dealers and one coin dealer chatted with interested locals about their collections or tried to fill missing gaps in the collections of the buyers.

“It’s definitely been successful,” Mr Knight said.

The fair plans to come back to Korumburra next year after the success of the first event.

The Corner Inlet Stamp Club meets once a month at the Uniting Church in Foster and always welcomes new members and new collectors.

Thanks: Matt Steendam from Rural Bank, third from left, attended the South Gippsland Landcare Network board meeting recently to present the fund with a $500 grant. He is pictured with board members from left, Margaret McDonald, Libby Anthony, Frank Dekker and Ray Saunders.

Grant bonus for Landcare network THE South Gippsland Landcare Network Fund was the lucky recipient of a $500 grant from Rural Bank and Rural Finance recently.

The grant was presented during the January board meeting last Monday, January 23 by Matt Steendam from Rural Bank.

In 2016, Rural Bank and Rural Finance undertook research about 21st century farmers in partnership with the Regional Australia Institute (RAI) and invited farmers to take part in our inaugural survey into the practices of farm businesses.

As a thank you to those who completed the survey, Rural Bank asked farmers to nominate their chosen community group or activity to go into a draw to win one of two

$500 grants.

The South Gippsland Landcare Network Fund was randomly selected as a recipient for one of the grants.

Network coordinator Jill Vella had just started in the position as a maternity leave replacement and was excited to receive the phone call from Brock Pinner, head of marketing and communications at Rural Bank.

“The first phone call I answered as network coordinator was Brock, telling me about the win,” she said.

“This kind of phone call is always most welcome and a great start to my new job at SGLN.” The SGLN Fund is a registered environmental organisation and is able to accept tax deductable donations to help the Landcare network

undertake its on ground works enhancing the natural environment.

The fund also helps landholders manage their land and farm sustainably.

Ms Vella said the fund has the modest goal of raising $1000 by the end of the financial year.

“We have achieved over half of our target with this win, which combined with other valued donations will have a positive impact on our work,” she said.

“Other contributions from anyone who would like to make a positive difference to the South Gippsland environment are always welcome.

“Donors can contact me on 5662 5759 if they would like to make a contribution. One hundred per cent of all donations are spent on the environment.”

Mayor’s message Cr Ray Argento WHAT an honour it was as a first generation Australian to be officiating over the citizenship ceremony in Meeniyan on Australia Day. Australian citizenship is more than just a ceremony; it symbolises our unity as a nation. It represents commitment to Australia and its people, the values we share and our common future. Australian citizenship is a shared identity, a common bond which unites all Australians while respecting our diversity.

Amid the smiles and celebrations, a lot goes into citizenship ceremonies that have both personal and legal dimensions.

Citizenship brings with it significant rights and responsibilities, including the right to vote, stand for public office and travel on an Australian passport. Most people are required to make the Pledge of Commitment as the final step in becoming an Australian citizen.

Once their application has been approved, arrangements are made for them to attend a citizenship ceremony at which they make the pledge that affirms their loyalty and commitment to Australia and its people.

It was a privilege to officially welcome our newest Australians on a day where a patriotic buzz is alive like no other. There were nine Australia Day events held across South Gippsland last week and I was lucky enough to celebrate with the communities in Meeniyan and Foster.

Council proudly supports all of the Australia Day ceremonies and events that only come together thanks to the volunteer efforts of the local community committees.

Australia Day celebrations remind us to appreciate our culture and the diversities that make our communities what they

are, but I would also like to encourage you to try and live each day as a proud Australian and to practice that generosity, caring and good humour every day.

In the penultimate contribution from my councillor colleagues, the following paragraphs are from Cr Lorraine Brunt.

Cr Lorraine Brunt Thanks to the people who had the confidence in electing me into council for the 2016-2020 term.

I am committed to support residents, ratepayers and communities across the Strzelecki Ward whilst making decisions that are in the best interests of the whole shire.

Many successes were achieved in the previous council. We attracted large amounts of external funding to make our priority projects a reality, in particular Karmai Community Children’s Centre in Korumburra, the Great Southern Rail Trail extension and the Long Jetty at Port Welshpool.

Councillors now must decide on the Council Plan: it’s an important document that will set the direction of this council on what it wants to achieve over the next four years. Deciding on the priority projects will give us and the officers the kickstart to actively advocate for external funding to make those projects successes of this council.

I stand on my record of being honest and will endeavour to be practical and pragmatic in supporting local people. My aim will be to maximise the best value for our ratepayers’ dollars whilst gaining the best outcomes for our residents and ratepayers.

Once again I look forward to another successful term in council.

Rare collections: collectors John Carmichael from Toora and Peter Treadwell from Korumburra supported the first Coin and Stamp Fair held in Korumburra at the RSL by the Corner Inlet Stamp Club on Thursday.

Foster streetscape ready to start WORKS on the Foster Streetscape Proj-

Unemployed?

Learn your rights EVERYONE is welcome to a free lunch and a workshop on February 6 to learn about their rights if they are unemployed or receiving benefits.

People within the community are advocating for a branch of the Australian Unemployed Workers Union locally and they hope this event will be the first step.

Valarie Farfalla and Owen Bennet from the Australian Unemployed Workers Union will explain what the union does, people’s rights and how to support each other.

The debt debacle has put the spotlight on Centrelink.

Why are people receiving debt letters so they are guilty until proven innocent?

“Whether you have a Centrelink debt and don’t have the resources to disprove it, are expected to look for 20 jobs a fortnight, or simply want to know more about your rights, I urge you to attend on February 6,” Bass Coast Shire Councillor Geoff Ellis said.

Centrelink is increasing the burden on recipients while decreasing the service. Long queues and

lengthy phone calls are now standard.

People often must attend pop up offices or use phone and internet services to provide information and complete forms.

“Last year I observed a parent, with three small children in tow, at a local library, attempting to complete a change of circumstance form on-line. He was being guided via a phone call and the process took over an hour,” Cr Ellis said.

“If it wasn’t for the help of the librarian he would have had to wait four more days without a payment. There is also a privacy issue when you have to spill your guts and provide income and family details in the middle of a public space.”

The event will include lunch made of donations from the Anglican Church.

Phone Jessica Harrison on 0407 307 231 if you need more information about the event.

The Unemployed Workers Rights Lunch and Workshop will be held from noon to 3pm on February 6 at Mitchell Community House, 6 Murray Street, Wonthaggi. Children welcome.

ect will begin on February 6 to deliver a central business district that meets the aspirations of the Foster community.

The Foster Streetscape Project will provide streetscape upgrades for improved drainage, heavy vehicle diversion, visual features and street appeal.

Successful contractor ADA Constructions will start at the Pearl Park end of the site and will progressively work towards the other end of the project of South Gippsland Shire Council.

Works for the project will include underground drainage, kerb and channel, footpath, pavement works and street furniture with completion expected in mid-2017 subject to weather conditions.

South Gippsland Water is expected to replace the water main in Bridge Street in early March as part of the construction works.

The Foster Streetscape Project was included in council’s suite of priority projects for 2016 and was made possible by a $500,000 contribution by the Victorian Government.

Mayor Cr Ray Argento was pleased the project

was about to begin construction after being developed with the community over a number of years.

“The Foster Streetscape Project has been a collaborative project between council and the Foster community. It will be a significant achievement for the community to see the first set of works begin,” he said.

“An extensive amount of consultation with both the Foster Chamber of Commerce and the Foster Community Association alongside input from the wider community has driven the project to its delivery. Once complete the Foster Streetscape Project shall be a point to look back on with community pride.

“The Foster community can expect a significant economic benefit to the area through job creation, increased retail expenditure and market values while enjoying a streetscape that has been designed to support Foster’s expected development for the next 20 years.”

People wanting more information about the project and weekly updates on the construction can visit www.southgippsland.vic. gov.au/fosterstreetscape or council’s Facebook page.

Most photos that appear in The Star can be purchased by calling 5662 2294.

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The present owner has lovingly made period style restorations with lead light windows, ornate fireplace mantles, and French doors that open onto the veranda from the main bedroom.

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There is also a double lock up eight by six garage with a work bench, power, concrete floor, as well as a single carport. There is a four and a half kilowatt solar system as well.

A lot of hard work has gone into the restoration of this beautiful home to make it what it is today, and an inspection will not disappoint.

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ET close to the town boundary of Mirboo North, these two prime cropping, grazing properties offer an outstanding opportunity to secure premium land in the heart of Gippsland.

Parcel one offers approximately 107 undulating acres of rich red soil, which includes a 25 mega litres water licence, a disused dairy, yards, machinery shed and good fencing.

Parcel two offers 100 acres with a mix of cropping and grazing.

It includes a 21 mega litre water licence with

some storage shedding, good fencing and laneways.

Both parcels have large water storing capacity in the dams which offers excellent security for cropping and dry seasons.

The properties have been used for growing potatoes, hay/silage and grazing.

With such fantastic water storage, easy access to and around the properties, great tracks and fencing, these two parcels are a rare opportunity this close to town.

Vendors are very genuine sellers.

Offers on the two titles will be considered as a whole or separately.

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All rooms, including bathrooms and laundry are spacious.

Large windows found in nearly every room frame garden views.

The master suite at one end of the home incorporates a walk in robe and a huge en suite with a spa bath.

North facing living areas includes a sunroom or rumpus room, formal lounge and fantastic main family room with a bay window.

Beautifully fitted with an oversized breakfast bar, an extra large walk-in pantry, a St. George double wall oven and new hotplates, the kitchen has plenty of storage and work space.

A spacious home office with one complete wall of built in cupboards comes off the dining section.

Zoned heating, solid fuel heating, a new reverse cycle air conditioner and solar power are just some of the many extras.

Outdoor living is catered for, a lovely covered

alfresco area and long shady verandas are places to choose from.

Gardens are stunning with masses of colour; there are many varieties of cottage plants, exotic and native trees.

Birdlife is prolific, water for house and gardens plentiful.

Other improvements include a circular driveway, an extra high double carport, a three bay shed with three phase power, a chook shed, garden sheds, a covered veggie patch, numerous varieties of fruit trees, a dam and two small paddocks.

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The others all have built in robes.

There are two living areas, one of which consists of a light filled designer kitchen, meals and large family room that has direct access to a comfortable covered outdoor entertainment area and to the stunning gardens.

The bathroom and laundry have everything you could want including heaps of quality storage.

This property comes with many extras including a double garage with internal entrance, ducted heat-

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Changes that add value BUYERS across the state are increasingly looking for homes that offer great indoor and outdoor living, with a swimming pool an opportunity to add value to a property.

Exactly how much value a pool adds depends on a range of factors, such as property type, landscaping and garden size. Family homes with pools are likely to be the most attractive to buyers, more so than smaller properties that appeal to downsizers.

While a pool can provide monetary advantages at sale time, there are important aspects to consider before installing a pool.

Look for a pool design that suits your backyard and doesn’t overwhelm your garden. Pools should complement a property, rather than take attention away from it. They are often considered statement pieces and should add aesthetic value.

Many pools are now almost an extension of the house, making them visible from living rooms and other areas within the home. Pools are now available in different shapes and sizes, making them suitable for regional areas where blocks are

decreasing in size.

Another factor to consider is if the project will over-capitalise your home. This is where advice from your local real estate agent on comparable homes in the area – with and without a pool - can assist.

It’s also important to be aware of all the relevant standards and regulations that apply to installation, especially in the area of safety. This is vital, as owners need to ensure pool fences are of the highest quality and meet all local and state standards – particularly if the property is being rented out.

For buyers looking to purchase a home with a pool, the selling agent will be able to provide you with the Section 32 statement, which will highlight whether the pool is compliant with council regulations.

Meanwhile, if you are selling your home, a neglected pool can be an eyesore. So ensure your pool is vacuumed, the water crystal clean, and clear of leaves and other debris.

Just like your home, the presentation and maintenance of your pool will go a long way to determining how much of an asset it is when it comes time to sell.

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TAFE doors open ELIGIBILITY requirements for people enrolling in government-funded TAFE courses, which will mean lower fees for some students, will be continuing into 2017.

The reforms, which are exclusive to Victorian TAFEs, mean students who were previously ineligible for government-funded places in TAFE courses, may now be eligible.

Managing director of Federation Training, Jonathan Davis, said, “The removal of some key eligibility restrictions by the state government will benefit many Gippsland locals, with more people able to attend TAFE at lower cost in order to reskill, retrain and upskill.”

Federation Training is the only pub-

licly funded TAFE in Gippsland. With 10 campuses throughout the region and flexible learning options, Federation Training provides local communities access to a range of vocational training and educational opportunities.

By making vocational training more affordable to the local community, the State Government aims to increase access to vocational education and boost Victorian TAFE enrolments. Previously, many students were ineligible to undertake a government funded course if they fell into one of the following categories: • students who have already received government funding for two courses (at the same level); and • students who held an existing qualification of the same level or higher, who were seeking to undertake a new course.

The increased opportunity for people to obtain new skills via vocational education also stands to benefit the wider Gippsland community, particularly for locals who have been displaced within their current employment industry.

Renewed incentive to return to TAFE means people in this situation now have improved opportunity to retrain, maximising their ability to adapt in changing industries, and varying economic circumstances.

“This comes at a perfect time, in light of the Hazelwood mine closure, for Federation Training to be in a position to offer locals the ability to retrain,” Mr Davis said.

People interested in discussing eligibility for government-funded courses can call 1300 133 717.

Nine coastal Committees of Management re-appointed THE Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning recently re-appointed nine coastal committees of management in Gippsland.

Great start: Inverloch’s Renée Myring was thrilled to be accepted into Swinburne University of Technology after the recent release of university offers.

Uni offer thrills Renée THE recent release of university offers has left many local students eager to kick start their education in 2017.

One such student is Inverloch’s Renée Myring, who was offered her preference.

Renée will be undertaking a double degree in design and business at Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne.

Her course begins on February 27 and she can’t wait for it to begin.

“I’m looking forward to studying subjects that I am interested in and will help me work towards my goals,” she said.

Renée has always loved reading magazines and aspires to start a career in publication and visual design.

She studied visual communication study design and media at Wonthaggi Secondary College, doing well in both subjects.

“I got my best score in media but I really enjoyed ‘viscom’. I like that we were

free to choose what to design for our final and it was all very hands on and practical.

I particularly enjoyed designing wedding invitations last year; I loved the subject,” she said.

Renée decided to study business on top of design to back her up and allow her more options when she enters the workforce.

She set her sights on Swinburne after falling in love with the campus during an open day. She will be making the move to Hawthorn before orientation week.

Renée thanked the staff at Wonthaggi Secondary College and her family for supporting her during her final years at school.

“I don’t think I would have done so well if I didn’t have such great support.

I’d really like to thank the teachers who helped me at Wonthaggi Secondary College,” she said.

“My family was very excited and grateful for the offer I received.”

Mayor’s message Cr Pamela Rothfield

I’D LIKE to start this week’s message by saying a sincere thank you to everyone – residents, part-time residents and visitors as well as council staff – who has taken part in our ‘Help shape a better Bass Coast’ campaign in some way or another.

Whether you’ve filled out one of almost 450 online surveys, filled out one of the 200-odd hard copy surveys we’ve received, been one of the 300 people who’ve attended our community engagement sessions or stopped by a council pop-up at a local event with countless others, we really, truly appreciate your time and input.

My fellow councillors and I are genuinely thrilled to have started off the year with such a fantastic engagement project, one that I believe has raised the bar for all community engagement going forward.

We have collected thousands of comments and ideas, which we’re currently collating into common themes to present back to you – our community – before the draft Council Plan 2017-21 goes back out for your review, before it is to be adopted

by June 30 this year.

If you haven’t had a chance to have your say yet, there’s still time to jump online at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/abetterbasscoast and fill out the online survey, which will close on Tuesday, January 31 (today).

Onto other happenings around the shire, I’d like to congratulate our newest Australian citizens who took their oath on Australia Day. I once again had the pleasure and privilege of presiding over the citizenship ceremony and whilst it was only a small group this time around, it was certainly a very special and proud day for all involved.

That our newest citizens, out of all places, now choose to call Bass Coast home is further testament to the beautiful place we all live.

The summer holidays are now coming to a close, and to the excitement of many children (and perhaps some parents), school is back this week! Good luck to all of our new Preps who are heading off to school for the first time, and to the parents waving goodbye at the classroom door – don’t forget your tissues!

Senior environmental planner Angie Gutowski oversaw the re-appointment of 74 volunteers to the Corinella, Grantville, Lang Lang, Loch Sport, Port Franklin, San Remo, Sandy Point, Shallow Inlet and Walkerville committees.

“The committees manage approximately 880 hectares of coastal Crown land adjacent to townships,” Ms Gutowski said.

“People may not be aware that the coastal areas they enjoy visiting are being managed by dedicated local people who volunteer their time and skills.”

Ms Gutowksi said committees are land managers who are directly involved with, and are part of their local communities.

New track: former members of the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning committee Rob O’Sullivan and John Thomson at the reopened Sandy Point old fire track that is now specifically for walkers.

“The enthusiasm and depth of knowledge that these committees bring to the management of the reserves, on behalf of all

Victorians is highly valued by the Department of Environment, Land, Water, and Planning,” she said.

“The volunteers manage

a wide range of issues and look after many different types of infrastructure, including toilet blocks, boat ramps, walking tracks, car parks, viewing platforms and sea walls.

“For example, over a 10 year period the Port Franklin committee took a collapsed river bank with derelict jetties and transformed it into a safe and accessible facility.

“The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning relies on the efforts of the committee members to keep these coastal outdoor spaces safe, clean and accessible to all.

“On behalf of the Victorian government, the committees perform a valuable community service by managing the coastal Crown land reserves for the benefit of local people and visitors to Gippsland.”

For more information about the coastal Committees of Management, please contact Angie Gutowski, on 5183 9133.

Milpara Community House news WE’RE back after the summer break and looking forward to a wonderful term one.

If you haven’t received your term one program in the mail it can be accessed on Milpara’s website milparacommunityhouse.org. au.

Alternatively drop in and pick up a copy or email milpara@dcsi.net.au and Milpara can send it to you.

If you live in Korumburra and didn’t receive a copy, let Milpara know and they will ensure you don’t get missed in the future.

Next week Milpara has its English and Maths, Learn English, Speak English and Creative Writing classes starting. These are all semester classes so run from February until the end of June; no classes during school holidays. If you’d like to book in please let us know as soon as possible.

Mijlpara also has its new How Does Your Garden Grow group/class starting next week on Tuesday, February 7.

Do you have basic computer skills but would like to expand on this basic knowledge? The Computers Beyond Basics course runs over seven Wednesdays

commencing February 15.

The course includes file management skills, enhancing your internet and email, attachments, saving and sending photos and much more. Computer Basics is

also available running over nine Wednesdays starting on February 21.

Food Safety Training this term will be on Tuesday, February 14. Milpara has Level 1 for Basic Food

Handlers and Food Safety Supervisor courses available. The Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) will also be on this day.

For bookings call 5655 2524.

RILEY Jed Beckerleg is the second child for Jasmine and Toby of Wonthaggi. Riley was born at Leongatha Hospital on January 15 and is a brother for Beau, 2.

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The Good Life

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Entertainment central at Inverloch THE Inlet Hotel in Inverloch hosted its annual Beach Party on Saturday, January 21.

This year’s event was bigger and better than ever with entertainment provided by local band The Paddy Cakes.

The Paddy Cakes are an alternative/indie rock band formed in Gippsland last year.

Consisting of Dalton Tripodi (vocals/guitar), Midge Jacobsen (bass/vocals), Oakley Kerr (lead guitar) and Jonah Sleswick (drums/ percussion), the band has already developed a cult following in Gippsland, including the Sockettes.

This was their first gig in Gippsland after recently playing at Essendon VFL’s Christmas

Party hard: Ash Cuff from Inverloch, Matt Borschman from Leongatha and Alex Castagna from Inverloch partied all night long at Inverloch’s Inlet Hotel on Saturday, January 21.

breakup in Melbourne.

The band started playing at 9pm and was followed by a DJ. Drink specials were available all night.

All 250 tickets were sold out by 9.30pm.

“The event was a massive night for us. We sold all our tickets on the door by 9.30pm,” Inlet Hotel assistant manager, Tori Passarin

Good time: Phoebe Linton from Mirboo North, Aaron Heppell from Leongatha, Oakley Kerr from Mirboo North, Madison Kerr from Leongatha and Ellen Sorrell from Korumburra headed to the Inlet Hotel for the annual beach party held on Saturday night, January 21, at Inverloch.

said.

The Paddy Cakes will return for a fundraising event on Good Friday night.

Last year the Inlet Hotel hosted an Easter Egg guessing game only one day prior to Good Friday last year and raised $500 towards the Good Friday Appeal. This year the hotel expects to raise more than $1000.

Partygoers: Mollie Bloch from Wonthaggi and Jade Ray-Angarane from Wonthaggi party hard at the Inlet Hotel’s beach party on Saturday night, January 21, at Inverloch.

Koenders capture nature in art COME visit the Mayfield Gallery in Arawata to see the landscapes, seascapes and wildlife art in various mediums, by renowned, award winning artists John and Di Koenders.

Within the last five years, it was discovered that John in fact was the great-grand nephew of Vincent Van Gogh.

This has led to many family secrets being disclosed, which has since been made into a documentary that was shown in Cannes at the Palais des Festivals.

“Because of my relationship to Vincent Van Gogh the provenance will never decrease and it just adds value because Vincent Van Gogh’s artwork stands so high,” Mr Koenders said.

The Koenders always like to extend a warm welcome to visitors, and to them there is no bigger thrill than to meet people from all walks of life from Australia and around the world.

“It’s not just money. If we can paint things that people treasure, that’s the main thrill,” Mrs Koenders said.

In celebration of summer, Mayfield Gallery recently held an exhibition of Di and John

Koenders’ latest art, entitled Nostalgia, and ended on Sunday.

During the periods where there is no current exhibition, the Koenders use their time to create the wonderful masterpieces.

“We’ll always accommodate people if they make an appointment even if there isn’t an exhibition on,” Mrs Koenders said.

Their artworks have been purchased by collectors within Australia and many countries of the world, and noted private collections, including HRH Princess Anne, past Premier of Victoria Sir Rupert Hamer, Romina Power daughter of Tyrone Power, the Sulton of Brunei, John and Jeanette Howard, John Wood, André Rieu and Jeff Kennett.

Mr Koenders artwork has also been purchased by the Museum for Applied Arts and Sciences in Sydney, to feature in the Australian Creativity and Achievements section, and, due to many private commissions can be found in offices and board rooms of many large organisations.

“We’re very fortunate,” Mrs Koenders said.

Mrs Koenders is a self taught artist, and Mr Koenders, however mainly self taught, studied art in Europe and the University of Western Australia.

“Having the desire to draw and paint came at a

very early age,” Mr Koenders said.

Mrs Koenders’ love of nature, and animals and birds abounded in South Gippsland.

“It’s always been a love of ours to paint and we’re drawn to the beauty of South Gippsland,” she said.

Nature is her constant source of inspiration and she has also written many poems to increase awareness of the environment.

“We have hundreds of different types of birds around our property and I like to watch them to see how they react,” Mrs Koenders said.

Hairspray’s coming to town THEATRE-GOERS have a lot to look forward to on local stages these coming months.

Leongatha Lyric Theatre will be staging the musical Hairspray.

Directed by Louise Adkins, the cast has now been announced.

Yasmine Watsford will play Tracy Turnblad and Brad Boucher will be Edna Turnblad.

Penny Pingleton is Olivia Winchcombe, Link Larkin is Lachlan Moore and Velma Von Tussle is Melita Tough.

The ensemble is Michelle Burgess, Leanne Crimp, Rosalie Coletta, Michael Hogan, Kylie Osbourne and Lindy Waldron. The musical is based around the quirky, plus-sized, teenager Tracy Turnblad who has one dream: to dance on The Corny Collins Show.

Summer exhibition: John and Di Koenders show off artworks now on display at their new For more information about the musical contact Nostalgia exhibition at their Mayfield Gallery, Arawata.

Ann Hemming at annhemming@hotmail.com.

SOUTH GIPPSLAND SKATE PARK LEAGUES LEONGATHA SKATE PARK SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY DIVISIONS & TIMES SCOOT - 10:30AM BMX - 12:00PM SKATE - 2:30PM REGISTER ON THE DAY OR AT WWW.SKATEPARKLEAGUES.COM OR BY PHONE SOPHIE - 5662 9202

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Look out for hooded plover chicks SUMMER is halfway through and Bass Coast is finally getting some good weather.

But, with crowds flocking to the beaches, people must remember they are home to one of the most vulnerable beach nesting birds – the hooded plovers.

Everyone has different ways of unwinding and relaxing but be mindful that this can be a stressful time for the Hoodies.

It’s breeding time for the hooded plovers and they need all the help they

can get.

While they are quite small and can go relatively unnoticed, it is easy for them to be disturbed by people and their pets without the people even realising.

There are nesting enclosures set up for the birds at many of the beaches; however, this isn’t the only space they need.

Hoodies need to get themselves and their chicks to the water’s edge to feed so they can successfully raise a family.

“We have recently had a fledging of two chicks

out at Cape Paterson – the first one for the season for Bass Coast,” mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said.

“We also have some promising chicks on the beach in Cowes, which still need our help to make it all the way.”

People can help the hooded plovers have a successful breeding season by avoiding beaches known for hooded plover breeding, walking close to the water’s edge, keeping an eye out for signage or barriers, and keeping dogs on a leash.

There are many people working hard over the

summer period to assist the breeding success of the hooded plover – Bass Coast and Hooded Plover

Watch, and land managers including Bass Coast Shire Council, Phillip Island Nature Parks and

Parks Victoria.

They need the help of the beach users to ensure the survival of this endan-

gered species.

To report any incidents, call 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211.

First step: there was a successful fledging of two hooded plover chicks in Cape Paterson recently. Photo: wildlife photographer Kim Wormald.

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Farming Insight Liming solution for hill country THE introduction of Calciprill into Gippsland by Debenham Australia Pty Ltd has revolutionised fertiliser programs on hilly properties.

Calciprill is a two to six millimetre prill made from very finely ground, high purity lime.

Calciprill gives farmers on hilly and steep country in South Gippsland the opportunity to address soil acidity on their farms, something that has not been able to be done in the past because of physical and economic restraints.

The granulation of Calciprill enables dust free, easy application by aircraft or through normal farm spreading equipment.

“There is a high proportion of hill country in South Gippsland that has a good fertiliser history, however the soils are still very acidic,” said Ian Debenham from Debenham Australia Pty Ltd. “This means poor uptake of applied fertiliser and often above optimum levels of soil aluminium and iron. Raising soil pH will help to alleviate these problems and improve pasture performance.

“Farmers should now consider building the use of Calciprill into their annual fertiliser programs.”

Mr Debenham said it is important to consider By air: Debenham Australia Pty Ltd has introduced Calciprill, an ideal lime product for soil testing on a regular basis so the correct deci- aerial application on hilly country, which is common around South Gippsland. sions are made when purchasing lime or fertiliser.

For further information and all enquires contact Ian Debenham on 0418 343 013 or 5662 5317.

Dairy inquiry reaches out to farmers

By Sarah Vella DAIRY farmers are being urged to contribute at forums being held by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission in February.

The most accessible forum for South Gippsland

farmers will be held in Traralgon on Tuesday, February 14.

Information gathered at the forums will form part of an inquiry into pricing and competitiveness across the dairy supply chain after the dramatic step-down in milk prices last April.

The ACCC’s report into the dairy sector is due to be handed down in November, The United Dairyfarmers of Victoria is pleased the competition watchdog was reaching out to farmers.

“This inquiry is an important step on the path to reforming the dairy industry so we can make sure we don’t ever see a repeat of last year’s milk crisis,” UDV president Adam Jenkins said.

Jack River dairy farmer Marian McDonald said she hopes the events that have affected the dairy industry over the last 12 months will encourage farmers to have their say at the forum.

“In the past, dairy farmers have not been keen to engage with policy makers, you only have to look at the levy polls that were held a few years ago,” she said.

“There was a really poor turnout of voters and when Murray Goulburn did its capital raising, again, a low turnout of people exercised their vote.

“I am hoping last year’s debacle may change that.”

Now the ACCC is interested in what farmers have to say, Ms McDonald said it is up to them to speak up when it really counts.

“This is one of those times, we are not going to have this opportunity again in my lifetime,” she said.

With plans to attend the forum at Traralgon, Ms McDonald said her submission will be fairly detailed.

“It is not straight forward, but it boils down to risk in the supplier chain. It needs to be shared fairly by processors and farmers,” she said.

“I think it is a system that has evolved over a long time, based on having a couple of strong cooperatives.

“We can’t have a scenario where a processor is not making a big enough profit and can turn around and say ‘sorry farmers, we need to make a bigger profit’ and our price is reduced below the cost of production.

“There is something wrong with the system, when processors can just turn around and do that.”

During the height of last year’s dairy crisis, consumers dug deep into their pockets at the supermarkets and sent a powerful signal to politicians.

“Without those people making that statement, we wouldn’t be in this position,” Ms McDonald said.

“I believe the politicians want to act, but it is a confusing set of circumstances and they don’t know the right way to go about it, which is why the ACCC has been called upon.

“The bottom line is, the ACCC will make some form of recommendation(s), so it is up to farmers to have those recommendations reflect what is going to work for them, rather than the processors.”

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Farming Insight Yancowinna buoyed for March sale YANCOWINNA Angus welcomed plenty of new and repeat clients on Saturday, as it opened up for Stock & Land Beef Week.

Rodney and Coral Donat from Wonthaggi visited the farm to look at the bulls which will be sold in the stud’s upcoming autumn sale on Friday, March 10.

“When we first started with Angus cattle in 2002, we purchased our original bulls from Yancowinna,” Mr Donat said.

“We have bought numerous bulls from them over the years and will be back at the bull sale in March.”

Mr Donat said if they ever encountered a problem with a bull purchased from Yancowinna, stud owner Dennis Ginn always stood by his guarantee.

“They have a good product and they do well,” he said.

The Donats sold cattle from Yancowinna blood at last Friday’s SEJ feature store sale at VLE Leongatha.

“We sold weaner steers, nine to 10 months old and

got an average of 379 kilograms for $1500, which we believe topped the sale,” Mr Donat said.

Angus cattle producer Gavin Missen from Woodside was a first time visitor to Yancowinna on Saturday and said he was “most impressed” with the farm.

“I had never been to Yancowinna before, so it was good to be able to have a good look around at the cattle and the facilities,” he said.

“The cattle looked good. It was a good display.”

Mr Ginn said the day saw a number of people visit the farm for the first time.

“The comments we received were very complimentary regarding the young bulls,” he said.

“We had more people to the open day than normal.

The beef industry is at an all time high, store prices are at an all time high, which was further indicated at VLE Leongatha last Friday.”

Mr Ginn said he expects keen interest in the autumn bull sale, which will be held on farm on March 10.

“There has been a keen interest in all things Angus Bull hunting: Rodney and Coral Donat from Wonthaggi were at Yancowinna Angus on in recent times,” he said.

Saturday, to view the bulls on display as part of Stock & Land Beef Week.

Merlewood offers a taste of March sale MERLEWOOD Angus in Mirboo North held an open day as part of Stock & Land Beef Week on Saturday, to showcase bulls that will feature in the stud’s inaugural sale in March.

Quality stock: from left, Tarwin Poll Herefords stud principals David Meikle and Ann Diviny, pictured with Jim MacAulay from Binginwarri, who was looking to buy a bull or two on Saturday.

Hereford bulls impress TARWIN Poll Herefords held an open day on Saturday as part of this year’s Stock & Land Beef Week, with 16 young bulls presented for sale.

The stud has been breeding Poll Herefords for 66 years on a property that has been in the Meikle family for 90 years.

Stud principal David Meikle said Beef Week provides an opportunity to promote the breed and also marked the start of sales for 2017.

“Our cattle are all performance recorded, vet checked and fertility tested. They are run on commercial lines and are bred to be raised on grass,” he said.

Daniel and Anne Marie Barrow have been farming Angus cattle for seven years and have been involved in Beef Week for the past four or five.

Anne Marie said this year provided the most interest they have ever had at an open day.

“In the first few years, we used Beef Week to sell our bulls and we would get around 30 people through for the whole day,” she said.

“This year, we were showcasing our bulls for our March sale and we probably had 30 or more people be-

“Ten years ago we bought the farm and seven fore lunch.”

Anne Marie said around 50 percent years ago we bought our first 20 cows. Back then of the people who attended the open 2017 seemed so far away and now it is here.

“It is really exciting. It is nice when your vision day were first time visitors to the stud.

“We did a bit more marketing this starts to fall into place.” year, on social media and our new website. This is the first time we have really done that,” she said.

Saturday was a chance for people to view the bulls, before they are auctioned on farm on March 24.

“We had our breed consultant Willie Milne on hand to talk with clients about the animals that interested them,” Anne Marie said.

The sale in March will be the first for the stud, with the bulls offered from five or six industry leading sires that work well in Gippsland.

“On the day, the boys will be yarded in the pens for viewing and then we will hold a video auction in the shed,” Anne Marie said.

The stud had a selection of 16 rising two year old bulls for sale on the day, as well as cows and bull calves, younger bull calves and heifers on display.

Mr Meikle said they had a slower start to the day than in previous years, however still expected to sell around half of the bulls available.

“Every year is different,” he said.

Mr Meikle said people choose Herefords because they have an easy temperament, are reliable performers on grass and are proven in the market place.

“They are the easiest breed to See the farm: Merlewood Angus in Mirboo North, operated by Danhandle, particularly Poll Herefords,” iel and Anne Marie Barrow, held an open day as part of Stock & Land Beef Week on Saturday, to showcase the bulls which will feature in he said.

the stud’s inaugural sale in March.

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Farming Insight

Record yarding for SEJ SEJ Leongatha yarded 3063 cattle at the VLE Leongatha store sale as the lone selling agents last Friday.

The heifer section topped at $1355, by KR Hendricks of Inverloch.

This was a record yarding for the company in what The sale was one of the largest single agent sales was an outstanding line up of cattle. ever held at Koonwarra.

“It was a massive credit to all vendors in preparaSEJ livestock agent Bill Egan said, “It was a good tion of their cattle for this sale,” livestock agent Jimmy solid sale with outstanding run of cattle.”

Kyle said.

There were 232 grown steers, in account of Adval from Anderson.

They were sold to a top of $1880 and averaged at $1750.

Murray and Di Hooper of Tarwin Lower Spectrum Finance sold 274 grown steers.

They were sold to a top of $1820 and averaged at $1703.

Shelcott partnership sold124 steers to a top of $1840 and averaged at $1702.

In the calf section, Greenwald Pastoral of Foster sold the complete drop of steers at a total of 403.

Their highest selling sold for $1430 and their average was $1321.

K&L Heggan of Binginwarri sold a line of red Angus steers and heifers.

The steers topped at $1500 and the heifers topped at $1280.

They also had a line of springing heifers to calve that topped at $2150.

The total yarding grossed just more than $4.2 mil- Trade: Sam Hasell and Kirra Greig from Buffalo considered the offering at the store lion.

M. Eales topped the cow and calf sector at $2000. sale at VLE Leongatha last Friday.

Purchases: Stuart Scott and Ian Montgomery from Inverloch were looking to buy at the VLE Leongatha store sale last Friday.

Classy vealers gain 10c The next sale draw - February 1 & 2: 1. Alex THERE were approximately 600 Scott & Staff, 2. Landmark, 3. Rodwells, 4. SEJ, 5. export and 140 young cattle penned Elders, 6. Phelan & Henderson & Co. representing a decrease of nearly Sheep sale Wednesday at 1pm (weekly).

1,300 head week on week with the Prime Sale - Wednesday, January 25 following public holiday restricting BULLOCKS supply.

14 Folicks Pty Ltd, Nerrena 637.9kg 325.2 $2074.31 The usual buying group was present but not all operating fully in a mostly cheaper market.

Quality declined with prime cattle in short supply as a large proportion of the limited offering was secondary and plainer cattle.

A handful of excellent quality vealers gained 10c/kg. Yearling cattle to the trade sold mostly firm to 8c easier, although there were some isolated sales a little dearer for better quality. Grown steers and bullocks eased 7c to 10c/kg. Heavy weight crossbred manufacturing steers eased 4c/ kg.

Cows sold from firm to 5c/kg easier. Heavy weight bulls were in short supply with most bulls falling into the medium weight class and prices were mostly 20c/kg cheaper.

Medium and heavy weight vealers to butchers sold from 315c to 355c/kg. Yearling trade steers made between 308c and 346c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold between 287c and 317c after a top of 345c/kg.

Grown steers made from 295c to 325c/kg.

Bullocks sold from 304c to 322c/kg. Heavy weight crossbred manufacturing steers made between 269c and 307c while a single pen of Friesians made 247c which was 28c/kg cheaper than last week’s average.

Most light and medium weight cows sold between 172c and 218c/kg. Heavy weight cows made mostly from 210c to 259c after a top of 270c/kg for a younger Euro bred cow.

A handful of heavy weight bulls sold from 243c to 250c with the medium weights from 210c to 238c/kg.

12 13 12 2 8

G.E. Truscott, Toora A.J. Vuillermin, Doomburrim Hurstdale Pty Ltd, Tarwin D. & H. Brady, Traralgon J.A. & R.M. Bennett, Yinnar

STEERS 2 G.T. Cummaudo, Mirboo North 1 F. & M. Cummaudo, Narracan Sth 2 G. & M. Lomagno, Leongatha Sth 1 N.R. & M.A. Staley, Yarram 1 Nearhaven Pty Ltd, West Creek 1 T. & D. Huntley, Korumburra 11 C.A. Jeffery, Driffield HEIFERS 3 Nearhaven Pty Ltd, West Creek 1 G.T. Cummaudo, Mirboo North 1 F. & M. Cummaudo, Narracan Sth 3 G. & M. Lomagno, Leongatha Sth 1 N.R. & M.A. Staley, Yarram 2 Burrabardoo, Tarwin

613.8kg 673.1kg 568.3kg 585.0kg 596.3kg

321.6 321.6 320.0 318.0 316.0

$1973.82 $2164.62 $1818.67 $1860.30 $1884.15

347.5kg 355.0kg 407.5kg 400.0kg 425.0kg 370.0kg 524.1kg

354.6 345.6 343.6 327.6 322.6 320.0 317.6

$1232.24 $1226.88 $1400.17 $1310.40 $1371.05 $1184.00 $1664.51

351.7kg 390.0kg 295.0kg 366.7kg 315.0kg 415.0kg

350.2 350.0 340.0 335.0 327.6 312.0

$1231.54 $1365.00 $1003.00 $1228.33 $1031.94 $1294.80

700.0kg 600.0kg 610.0kg 663.6kg 720.0kg 660.0kg

270.0 251.6 250.6 247.2 246.6 246.6

$1890.00 $1509.60 $1528.66 $1640.35 $1775.52 $1627.56

COWS 1 1 1 7 1 1

Nearhaven Pty Ltd, West Creek K. & F. Whelan, Outtrim R. & D. Knight, Glengarry L. & S. Marriott, Tarwin Lower G. & K. Dorling, Jumburra East K.J. Hutchinson, Yinnar

BULLS 1 1 1 1 1 1

L. & S. Marriott, Tarwin Lower 1195.0kg 250.0 $2987.50 F. & D. O’Connor, Leongatha 420.0kg 250.0 $1050.00 G. & K. Dorling, Jumbunna East 665.0kg 243.6 $1595.58 K.W. & S.J. Straw, Fish Creek 590.0kg 233.0 $1374.70 D.M. & A.J. Scott, Inverloch 665.0kg 230.0 $1529.50 Kurramai Park Pty Ltd, Korumburra 650.0kg 230.0 $1495.00

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Stony could reap expo benefits

By Sarah Vella ANOTHER International Dairy Week has just wrapped up at Tatura Park, near Shepparton, with many local dairy producers coming home from the event winners.

The Kuhne family’s Jersey cow, Bushlea Van Fernleaf 10 was named Australia’s grand champion exhibit, while a calf owned by Callum Moscript smashed the Australian record when it sold for $251,000.

International Dairy Week brings together field days, cattle shows and sales at the impressive venue, which is similar to the proposed exhibition centre at Stony Creek.

Comprising of an indoor and outdoor arena, permanent stabling and several grassed ovals as well as offices and a large kitchen, Tatura Park welcomes thousands of people to dairy week each year.

While the proposed facility at Stony Creek is not on the scale of Tatura Park, regular attendee of International Dairy Week Jocelyn Mackie from

Meeniyan said if the facility is built, it would be well suited to cattle shows.

She said like many others, she attends the dairy week as a family and would spend at least $100 per day at the show, plus accommodation.

At dairy week, the local football club caters, while some people do their own cooking and others stay in nearby towns and visit local restaurants.

There are also lot of people involved in the event who don’t bring cattle, who stay in surrounding towns for the week.

“As a family, we were spending around $100 a day in the local community, plus accommodation. During dairy week at Tatura, everything is booked out,” Ms Mackie said.

“We had five head of cattle there for three days and we spent $200 on hay as well. We are only a small operation.

“Dairy week is an extreme, but the impact on the local economy is obvious.”

Ms Mackie said South Gippsland would be well placed to hold cattle shows.

“There is an annual show at Bendigo which attracts around 200 head of cattle, which the pro-

posed centre at Stony Creek could easily replicate,” she said.

“People attend the Bendigo show from all over the state for at least three days and would spend around $200 per day in the local economy.”

Ms Mackie said the undercover area at Tatura is a similar size to the proposed Stony Creek facility.

“For horse events it is big enough for one dressage arena, however for a cattle show and trade display, it could fit a lot more in,” she said.

“They also hold a lot of big horse events at Tatura including cutting, reining, showing, dressage and showjumping, which are all done on the same surface.”

Plenty of dairy farmers from South Gippsland attend dairy week.

“For some families that go up together, like us, it is their interest so they treat it as a holiday,” Ms Mackie said.

Cattle shown: Meeniyan’s Scott Mackie leads his cow through the ring at International Dairy Week, held in Tatura recently.

A similar facility to the one at Tatura Park is proposed for Stony Creek.

Get ready for grants KNOWING how to put together a successful grant application is the focus of the free Get Grant Ready Forum to be held on February 16 in Wonthaggi.

The forum is presented by the Bass Coast Local Grant Makers Group, which raises awareness of funding opportunities and teaches effective grant writing for community groups.

Guest presenters are the Gardiner Dairy Foundation, the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal and the Australia Sports Foundation.

Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said at the forum funding organisations will explain their programs and the elements of successful funding applications.

“In the afternoon, attendees can either sign up to speak directly to the funders in five minute one on one conversations, or choose to attend an effective grant writing skills workshop,” she said.

“We encourage those coming to have a grant application in their mind they might want to discuss, as this is an ideal way to prepare for grant rounds that open and close for applications early each year.

“For instance, round two of the Bass Coast Community Grants 2016/17 is currently open and closes on March 3, and the Phillip Island Community Benefit Fund closes on March 1.

“This will be a popular free forum, so I en-

courage those interested to book soon.”

The Bass Coast Local Grant Makers Group consists of the Bass Coast Community Foundation, Bass Coast Shire Council, Bendigo Community Bank, Cowes, San Remo and District and Grantville and District Community Bank branches, Inverloch and District Community Bank branch, Bass Coast Landcare Network, and Gippsport.

The forum includes an opportunity to take a free workshop by the Gardiner Dairy Foundation and the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal on effective grant writing skills.

The workshop also includes information about the Working in Dairy Communities Small Grants Program, which opens on February 1.

The Get Grant Ready forum will be held at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre on February 16 from 9.30am to 2.30pm.

Bookings are essential by February 10 at www.trybooking.com/251833.

For any enquiries, please contact Kellie Nichols on 0407 529 706 or email kellie.nichols@ basscoastlandcare.org.au.

More information and the program details can be found at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/grantready.

Get the conversation started or follow along the on the day by following #getgrantready on Twitter.

Family fun: locals from Welshpool and Port Welshpool gathered on Australia Day at Port Welshpool for the annual celebration, which around 25 people attended.

Tourism group seeks members BASS Coast Shire Council is looking for community members interested in tourism on Phillip Island and in San Remo to be part of a community tourism reference group.

Formation of the group is one of the high priority actions from the Phillip Island and San Remo Visitor Economy Strategy 2035: Growing Tourism.

Bass Coast mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said the strategy was prepared to help ensure the long term viability and sustainability of the tourism sector and recognises the importance of both the community and the natural environment in achieving this outcome.

“The delivery of a world leading destination experience, along with the management of an important eco system and tourism destination such as Phillip Island and San Remo, requires a network of partners working towards a common goal,” Cr Rothfield said.

“The group will ensure an open and productive relationship between council, the tourism sector and community.”

The group will assist council and its partners with the implementation of the strategy in relation to coordination of the Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria certification process for Phillip Island and San Remo, preservation of beaches, prevention of deterioration of the foreshore,

maintenance of wildlife preserves, and improvement of facilities that would lead to better enjoyment of the Island.

Members will act as advocates for priorities of the strategy, and increase networking and collaboration between key stakeholders in the tourism sector and the community.

Membership for up to six community representatives will be selected through an expression of interest process, and evaluated and selected by a panel in regard to the applicant’s abilities, experience, enthusiasm and commitment to the industry.

Community members will be appointed for a two year term.

These six members will join representatives for council, Destination Phillip Island, Phillip Island Conservation Society, Phillip Island Nature Parks, Phillip Island Tourism and Business Association, San Remo and District Traders Association, and San Remo Foreshore Committee.

The group’s terms of reference of expression of interest forms are available online at www. basscoast.vic.gov.au/pitourism2035.

Interest applicants must submit their own expressions of interest by 5pm on Friday, February 17.

For more information, please contact council’s coordinator tourism Teresa Mahood on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211, or email t.mahood@basscoast.vic.gov.au.

Bat and ball: the Welshpool and Port Welshpool communities come together for an annual barbecue on Australia Day, this year meeting at Port Welshpool. The attendees enjoyed an impromptu game of cricket which attracted Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien for a hit.

Council helps dairy farmers SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has been working closely with other groups and agencies to provide a coordinated response to the issues that arose in response to the farm-gate step-down in April last year.

As the show season approaches council is continuing to support its dairy farming families by providing free tickets to the shows at Foster and Korumburra through the Dairy Tight Times program.

South Gippsland Shire mayor Cr Ray Argento is hopeful the initiative will give farmers some respite from what’s been a tough winter and a very busy hay season.

“This is historically a time when farmers and their families can get together and celebrate the best of their herds, flocks and produce. To assist with this when times are tight, council is helping farming families who may not otherwise have been able to attend the shows this year,” Cr Argento said.

“Council has been working on a number of fronts to support the region’s farmers.

“This has included participation and engagement

with the Gippsland Regional Dairy Leadership Group, which was established by the Victorian Government with representatives from farming, government agencies, local government, dairy companies and health providers.

“Council has also sponsored a number of community events including a bush dance for farmers at Meeniyan, free entry for patrons of the South Gippsland Dairy Expo, an event at Poowong with Kevin Sheedy as guest speaker, and a family barbecue at Coal Creek.

“We have also established a section on our website with relevant information on dairy issues, supported ‘Tactics for Tight Times’ workshops hosted by GippsDairy and the ‘Look over the Farm Gate’ community mental health sessions sponsored through United Dairy Farmers Victoria and GippsDairy.

“Given the recent improvements in the industry, we are hopeful that 2017 will be a better year for our farming community,” the Mayor concluded.

The Dairy Tight Times Support program has an allocation of $42,000 which included $20,000 from the State Government. Applications to the program with funding of up to $5,000 are available through the council website and will be accepted until May 30, 2017.

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GATHA ROCK

Rock ’n’ Roll DANCE LESSONS LEONGATHA DAKERS CENTRE Thursday nights 7.30pm start No partner necessary Enq: John & Judy 0418 586 324 New classes starting February 2 Cost $7

MARINE LICENCE COURSE Vic. Boat Licence with Jetski endorsement

INVERLOCH Tuesday, February 7 6pm - 10pm BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone Bob: 0417 524 005 Approved TSV course www.abcboating.com ABN 43080057923

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situations vacant

GRADER OPERATOR

Brick Delivery Driver

WANTED

Ryans Bricks Leongatha has a position available for a brick delivery driver.

The suitable applicant will deliver bricks, blocks and landscaping products throughout South Gippsland.

You will be able to communicate effectively with trades and customers on-site to ensure correct placement of product.

Must have HC & Forklift licences.

Experienced Grader Operator required.

Must be reliable and able to work unsupervised.

Position may include weekend work.

Attractive salary package.

BASED IN TARWIN LOWER Contact Dave 0438 056 987

BOBCAT / EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

Please send your resumé through to: melanie@ryansbricks.com.au Or: Melanie Ryan PO Box 128, Leongatha Vic 3953

DETAILER

REQUIRED

Permanent Part Time – Hours negotiable

Experienced operator required.

Must be reliable and able to work unsupervised.

Position may include weekend work.

BASED IN TARWIN LOWER Contact Dave 0438 056 987

A position has become available for a motivated Detailer – experience preferred but not essential - to join our team at Inverloch Marine.

Your duties will be many and varied and will include: • Cleaning and preparing of New & Used Boats, Caravans and Cars for display.

• General cleaning tasks around the dealership when necessary.

To be considered for this role, you will need to have the following experience and skills: • Current Driver’s Licence – own transport • Good communication skills, strong work ethic, ability to work in a team and follow instructions • Commonsense and a can do attitude along with a willingness to get your hands dirty • As this is a physically demanding job a high level of fitness is required.

Send your resumé and covering letter to robyn@inverlochmarine.com.au

1st YEAR APPRENTICE MOTOR MECHANIC Edney's of Leongatha is seeking an apprentice Motor mechanic to join its expanding Nissan/ Hyundai dealership. The successful applicant will be given the latest dealership training throughout their employment while working in a friendly, modern environment.

You will also have the opportunity to expand your skills with RACV road service.

Forward hand written applications to: Edney's Leongatha Attention: Nick McRae PO Box 72 Leongatha 3953 Applications close Monday, February 6

Sales Representative – Automotive Wonthaggi to Yarram Wurth is a global leader in assembly products and has been servicing the automotive, construction and engineering industries for over 50 years. Wurth in Australia has approximately 550 employees visiting 40,000 customers and selling our wide range of uniquely branded workshop supplies which include: • Abrasives • Fasteners • Adhesives • Hand tools • Sealers • Power Tools We are currently seeking a vibrant, enthusiastic and motivated individual. Working within our automotive division, the role will involve visiting our existing customers and prospecting for new accounts to further develop the business.

The successful applicant will enjoy a remuneration package including an attractive retainer, commissions, bonuses and a fully maintained company vehicle.

Sales experience is not required as we will provide full training at our academy in Melbourne.

If you have an ambition to succeed and would like to start your new sales career at this exciting time with an international company, please apply now on our website at www.wurth.com.au.

Wurth is an equal opportunity employer No recruitment companies please

PART TIME RECEPTIONIST / PRACTICE MANAGER Langdon Chiropractic Clinic are looking for an exceptional person to join our highly dedicated and passionate team. Must have a holistic outlook to health, bright personality and confident in administrative skills.

Starting at 2 days per week but increasing as required.

Successful applicant will be: • Well presented • Articulate and confident • Highly enthusiastic, self-motivated and energetic • Able to work unsupervised and within a team • Exceptional personal interaction skills • Have interest in health, wellbeing, children and babies • Flexible to work extra hours as required • Familiar with Patient Confidentiality • Confident in computer software Cover letter & resumé to be sent to: langdonchiropractic@hotmail.com Applications close Tuesday 14th February, 2017

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Vacancies @ GSHS Quality Manager / Community Engagement Ongoing, Part-time, 4 days per week Contact: Mark Johnson Tel: 5667 5505 Email: mark.johnson@gshs.com.au

Enrolled Nurse – Aged Care Ongoing, Part-time, 64 Hours per Fortnight Fixed-Term, 12 Months, 56 hours per fortnight Contact: Brenda Satchwell Tel: 5667 5553 Email: brenda.satchwell@gshs.com.au Further Information: The position description located on our website at www.gshs.com.au provides further details on duties and responsibilities and sets out the criteria against which suitable applicants will be shortlisted.

Applications, including your resumé and a covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria must be emailed no later than close of business, 10th February 2017 to jobs@gshs.com.au

Better health, Better lifestyles, Stronger communities Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) is one of the largest community health providers in Victoria. We provide professional and career development, salary packaging, an employee assistance program, work life balance and much more.

Dietitian (22350) Fixed Term, Full Time

We are currently seeking a Grade 1 Dietitian to join our team.

The Dietetics team is part of a large Primary Intervention team which includes allied health and nursing professionals that provide services across the Latrobe Valley.

To be successful in this role you need to have an understanding of working within an inter-professional model of care, facilitating self-management strategies and the Active Service Model. Working with the Primary Intervention team, other internal services and external stakeholders you will be able to provide comprehensive holistic services for your clients.

For more information please contact Petra BoverySpencer, Manager Primary Intervention on 5136 5350.

Applications will close 11pm, Sunday 5th February 2017.

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply • For further information and copies of each position description visit our careers page www.lchs.com.au/careers • Applicants must address the Selection Criteria and lodge their application online.

• No late or hard copy applications will be accepted.

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Call 1800 242 696 or visit www.lchs.com.au

Classified advertising closes 12 noon Mondays

MARY MACKILLOP COLLEGE South Gippsland The College is seeking a dedicated and committed staff to fulfil the following roles:

• Personal Assistant to the Principal (Full Time) • Receptionist (Full Time/part time by negotiation) Visit www.mackillopleongatha.catholic.edu.au for a College application form and further information.

Written applications including a current resume, with an application form and three referees, should be emailed to rbowman@mmcrc.catholic.edu.au Applications close Monday 6th February, 2017

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Location: Inner and Outer Gippsland

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Casual

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MOWERS

FIREWOOD - standing green. Need 4WD and chainsaw. Ph: 56689292.

We stock the largest range of New push and ride-on mowers in South Gippsland, including - Honda,Victa, Greenfield, Deutscher, Cub Cadet, MTD, Masport, Toro, Yard Machines & Rover from $149.

Professional repairs and service for ALL mower makes and models.

Also stocking a large range of parts and accessories.

We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available.

As a Disability Support Worker, you will help people with a disability achieve their personal goals and aspirations. Assisting client’s to actively participate within their local communities; you will directly support the wellbeing of your clients through understanding their needs, preferences and interests.

Providing a range of support services including personal care, health, exercise and community experiences, you will enable your clients to live a quality life with dignity, respect and social inclusion.

For further information on the position description and the selection criteria visit; www.careers.vic.gov.au

Applications close: Wednesday, 8 February 2017 For more information about the Department of Health and Human Services visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au To apply online and for other DHHS and Victorian Government job opportunities please visit www.careers.vic.gov.au Police Checks form part of the Department of Health and Human Services recruitment process.

The department promotes diversity and equal opportunity in employment and is committed to a more diverse workforce.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicant,or if you have a disability, and require advice and support with the recruitment process, please contact our Diversity Unit on DiversityInclusion@dhhs.vic.gov.au

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For further information, please contact Jim Hutchinson on (03) 5136 2516 Job Reference No: DHHS/SSD/70034785

MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT

Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha. L.M.C.T. 2714

Ph: 5662 2028

www.marriottsmpe.com.au

BUNDALEER 120 square wooden table and four padded chairs $600; 180 wide wooden sideboard $300; York X trainer $350. Ph: 0419160720.

CHAIRS new grey padded outdoor, 6 x $15 each, $90. Ring John 0419-370264.

FARM TRAILER 7x4, $80 or offer. Ph: 0417673581.

FIREWOOD - local messmate/stringy bark, cut, split, dry. Discounts on bulk loads. Free delivery available. Pick up or delivered. $100 per cubic metre. Ph: 0437-176187.

FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408980-711, A/H 56625175.

Senior Service Technician Leongatha The CLAAS Harvest Centre network is a leading provider of agricultural machinery throughout Australia and New Zealand and enjoys brand partnerships spanning more than 40 years with premium manufacturers including CLAAS, AMAZONE and Seed Hawk.

Our South Gippsland dealership is seeking an experienced Service Technician to join its team in Leongatha. The successful candidate will be involved in servicing a range of agricultural machinery, whilst providing exceptional support to customer service and sales.

The key skills required for this role include: t Experience of service work on agricultural machinery or similar; t Qualifications in Diesel / Heavy Machinery Servicing; t Excellent customer service and communication skills; t The ability to work well within a team and independently

garage sales

livestock

Disability Support Worker •

for sale

BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

wanted to buy

All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

KARDELLA SOUTH 9000 South Gippsland Highway, Saturday, February 4, 10am 2pm. Moving house, all must go.

LEONGATHA 395 Andersons Road, Saturday, February 4, 8am - 12pm. No early birds.

LEONGATHA 6 Carr Avenue, 8am start, Saturday, February 4.

House items, furniture, clothing, etc.

garage sales GARAGE SALE

6 Somerset Crescent LEONGATHA

Saturday February 4 9am - 1pm Strictly no early birds Surplus military, hunting, archery & camping gear, Medieval armour, ladies clothing 12 - 18, housewares, industrial sewing machine

Saturday February 4 16 Geale Street MEENIYAN

This is an excellent career opportunity for the right person. CLAAS Harvest Centres offer ongoing training and development opportunities and competitive experienced-based remuneration packages. Our employees enjoy excellent working conditions in a supportive and friendly team environment.

SLEEPERS, treated pine, 200 x 50 x 2.4 $12.10 each, 200 x 75 x 2.4 $16.75 each, 200 x 75 x 3.0 $ 20.90 each.

Free delivery for pack lots. Phone Joe 0417530662.

Please forward your application in confidence to: growwithus@claashc.com.au

SMALL square bales, Tarwin, $7. Ph: 0417563033.

TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 5681-2261.

30 TONNE pellet silo, 18 months old, excellent condition, $5,000 plus GST. 5995-2065.

8am onwards (No early birds) Household items, DVDs, CDs, women’s clothes sizes 14-20

garage sales

HAY covers, various sizes. 0418-535570.

SHEEP: Wiltipolls, ewes and rams, good shedders and mothers, quiet and easy to handle.

Ph: 0407-347375.

8 O’Neill Street Leongatha

marriage celebrant

Garage Sale

R E F R I G E R AT O R Fisher & Paykel 350lt, $90. Ph: 0428-623821.

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 4

ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

FIREWOOD, commercial quantity, dead, standing, Leongatha South.

Ph: 0428332219.

JAYCO Pop-Top Series 90, 18ft, elec brakes, solar / Lion battery, 3 way fridge, microwave, annex, awning, EC, $7,900 ONO. 0413379151.

GARAGE SALE

All types of household goods

8am No early birds

GARAGE SALE

Jenny Milkins PAM HERRALD 5662 2553 0438 097 181

Wendy Rutjens

Weddings ~ Funerals ~ Namings

0429 688 123 e: rutjenswendy@gmail.com

deaths JAMES - Kevin.

Passed away after a short illness on January 21, 2017.

Loved and loving husband of Anne.

Devoted father of Leon, Jason and MargaretAnne.

Doting grandfather to all his grandchildren.

RIP to a loving and caring husband and father.

JAMES - Kevin John.

17.07.1948 - 21.01.2017 To a wonderful man - you fought a brave battle and will be sadly missed.

Forever in our hearts and never to be forgotten.

Rest in peace.

We will love you forever, Jason, Shelley, Jessica, Milly, Emily and Alex James.

LOVE (nee Berger) Heather Mary.

Passed away peacefully on January 27, 2017 aged 95 years.

Loving wife of Vic (dec).

Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Glenda and Ken (dec), Allan and Lee, Lindsay and Judy, Virginia and David.

Grandmother of 10 and great grandmother of 16.

With grateful thanks to the staff at Woorayl Lodge, Leongatha for their care and compassion.

CFA: Don’t be a butthead IT’S easy to be complacent; to think your behaviour won’t affect anyone else, but even the small act of throwing a cigarette butt from your car makes you a butthead.

CFA deputy chief officer Garry Cook said foolish behaviour like flicking a cigarette butt into roadside grass could result in significant fires.

“Not only is this foolish but it is a crime,” he said.

“Fires can start anywhere and at any time. In Victoria, more than half of bushfires are deliberately lit or caused by reckless behaviour.

“One of the most common causes is inappropriately disposing of cigarette butts.

“Recklessly caused fires are often viewed by the community as accidental, but in reality, the potential for injury, loss of life, property damage and drain on resources is the same as that caused by arson.”

In the last five years CFA has attended approximately 200 roadside grassfires, caused by cigarettes.

Mr Cook said while municipalities were continually working to reduce long grass and fuel loads on roadsides, CFA was asking the community to do their part too.

“Under the right conditions fires can start and spread faster than you can run and smoke can blanket the road in no time,” he said.

“Roadside fires pose a significant danger to drivers not only from smoke, but flames or falling burning trees or branches, and there’s high potential for tragic consequences.”

Across the country cigarette butts also make up approximately 50 percent of rubbish.

Last financial year EPA Victoria handed out more than $6.5 million in fines to more than 15,000 Victorians for discarding litter from their vehicles.

If you see behaviour like this, report it to EPA Victoria on 1300 EPA VIC (1300 372 842).

deaths

deaths

Paul & Margaret Beck Proprietors

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

Email your adverts to The Star ads@thestar.com.au

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Total package valued at $41 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classifieds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement

Scott and Sharon Anderson With care & dignity we serve South Gippsland and Phillip Island Main Office: WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH 5672 1074 176-178 Graham Street, Wonthaggi 3995 Fax: 5672 1747 email: randm33@bigpond.net.au PHILLIP ISLAND 5952 5171 15 Warley Avenue, Cowes 3922 (by appointment only) Pre-paid & pre-arranged funeral plans available CARING & PERSONAL 24 HOUR SERVICE www.handleyandandersonfunerals.com.au MEMBER OF AUSTRALIAN FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION

funerals JAMES - The Funeral Service and Committal for Cremation of Mr Kevin James will be held at Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Chapel, 260 Princes Highway, Traralgon on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 1pm.

Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Pty Ltd TRARALGON 5174-2258 latrobevalleyfunerals.com.au LOVE - A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mrs Heather Mary Love will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Leongatha on Saturday, February 4, 2017 commencing at 1pm.

A private family interment will precede the above service.

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Gippsland’s own bat man

By Sarah Vella IT takes 22 years for an English willow to mature, before it can be harvested to be made into cricket bats, which is what Moyarra’s Andrew O’Hoy has recently started to do.

Under the name of Lyrebird Cricket, Mr O’Hoy has been creating his own range of custom made cricket bats for just over 12 months.

Two years ago, he completed a bat making course run by former Australian test cricketer and master bat maker Ian Callen.

Mr O’Hoy is now accredited and is able to access timber from Willow Blue plantations, which is only available to bat makers trained by Mr Callen.

The trees in Willow Blue plantations date back to 1902 and the original English willow trees planted in Victoria to kick off Australia’s cricket bat industry in the 1930s.

“Ian (Callen) decided to track down the original trees and actually found some. He took cuttings and put in his plantations, one at Healesville and one at Sale,” Mr O’Hoy said.

“What makes my business unique is that I am targeting Gippsland, making bats in Gippsland, from locally sourced timber.”

Custom made: Andrew O’Hoy from Moyarra has been producing custom made cricket bats for around 12 months and is hoping to expand his business to women’s bats for next season.

TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area.

To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below.

Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90

At Point Lonsdale

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height (metres)

Add one hour for daylight saving

1 WED

2 THUR

3 FRI

4 SAT

5 SUN

6 MON

7 TUE

0359 0945 1603 2147

1.62 0.44 1.46 0.30

0435 1023 1646 2229

1.62 0.37 1.48 0.33

0511 1102 1730 2310

1.61 0.31 1.49 0.38

0546 1143 1817 2353

1.58 0.26 1.48 0.44

0625 1224 1909

1.53 0.23 1.45

0038 0706 1308 2009

0.52 1.48 0.23 1.41

0126 0754 1358 2116

0.61 1.42 0.25 1.39

All times shown in 24 hour clock 0001 - 1200..................AM 1201 - 2400..................PM

Many of the mass produced cricket bats available on the market are kiln dried, which makes them light, but not necessarily durable.

Mr O’Hoy’s timber is air dried for 12 months, which means it retains around 12 percent moisture.

“The timber is a bit heavier, but it doesn’t dry out as much as commercial bats can,” he said.

“My bats are all hand shaped, using hand tools like a draw knife, a spokeshave and good old sandpaper.”

It takes around three days for Mr O’Hoy to create a custom designed cricket bat, which is then machine knocked in if required, oiled and stickered.

His bats are all custom made to each client’s requirements.

“The customer comes in, chooses a timber clef and then personalises the design to suit their game. The weight of the bat and length of blade is variable,” Mr O’Hoy said.

“I like to get the customers involved so I send them photos along the way so they can see how the bat making process is coming along.

“With all of the mass produced bats on the market, it is good to do something a bit unique.”

After many years as a CPA accountant, Mr O’Hoy decided he wanted a bit of a break. He was watching televi-

sion and saw a segment on cricket bat making.

“I have always loved cricket, I used to make miniature bats when I was younger. I thought it would be good to combine a sport I like with a specialist skill,” he said.

“I did an internet search and Ian’s name came up and that is how I got involved. I did the course and go back regularly for refreshers.”

Mr O’Hoy said he is hoping to expand his range into women’s cricket bats before the next season starts.

“In the past, women have had to use men’s or junior bats,” he said.

“There is a lot happening in women’s sport at the moment and it is about time.”

After his first season of making bats, Mr O’Hoy said it has been a journey and he is keen to see where it takes him in the future.

“There are a lot of big names out there for cricket bats and I am a realist, but I would like to think little by little I can convert people over to custom made,” he said.

“It is a bit of a niche market, but I am enjoying it. There is something about people being able to choose and customise their own bat.

“Being in a regional area, it is good to be able to provide that personal touch.”

Calling underwater hockey players U N D E R WAT E R hockey is developing into a nationally acclaimed sport, and Wonthaggi is now recruiting.

Players from Wonthaggi recently participated in the Australian Titles, but teammates had to be borrowed by some of the other teams to allow play to go ahead.

“Victoria is struggling.

States like Western Australia and Queensland have great numbers competing so they have much stronger sides. We are looking to fill an U/19 boys’ and girls’ team and an U/15 to compete next year,” coach Steve Dunn said.

“We would love to see players from Leongatha and Foster join us at trainings.”

Steve said he is looking into holding Monday night matches at Leongatha.

“We would train at 8pm and play from 8.30pm until 9.30pm,” he said.

“It’s a great sport and it’s a fantastic challenge for those who love to be in the water.”

Training in Wonthaggi starts on Thursday, February 9. Junior players will play between 7pm and 8pm. Senior players will train at the deep end of the pool at the same time and start their own match from 8pm until 9pm.

As well as Steve, Dave and Tracey McFee and Caleb Berry will be

coaching.

Steve encouraged everyone who enjoys water based sports to come along and have a go.

“We’ve had top surfers play underwater hockey because it helps improve their breath hold. It’s great for people who love snorkelling, are involved with the lifesaving or have been part of a swim club,” he said.

“It’s a really challenging sport. Players work

incredibly hard while holding their breath, so it’s fantastic for fitness.

“We also play some Monday nights at the Leongatha pool.

“We need new players at U/19 level, both males and females.We also need players who are under 15, around Grade Six to Year 8.The club can supply gear for you to play and membership is only $25 for the year if you are under 19,” Mr Dunn said.

Join Tom, Roy and Caterina who are going to the World Titles in July as Under 19 players.

“We are trying to get an Under 19 male and female team to represent Victoria at the National Titles in Tasmania next January. We are also in need of more numbers for Under 15 state teams. This is a great sport for anyone who like diving, surfing, lifesaving and has been a swimming club member

but wants a change.

Our players have had some amazing opportunities to play all over Australia and also in countries such as Hungary, South Africa and New Zealand.

Come and give underwater hockey a go! Check out the Wonthaggi Underwater Hockey facebook page.

For more information or to express interest in joining training, contact Steve Dunn on 5674 3446.

Under 15s: the club is also in need of more numbers for Under 15 state teams, pictured competing here against Queensland.

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BOWLS | SPORT

thestar.com.au Leongatha TUESDAY, January 24 saw Division 1 ladies away to Wonthaggi and they came away with the overall win, 74 shots to 55.

M. Pearson’s team won 26 to 17 shots, J. Miller’s team won 28 to 19 shots and R. James’ team won 20 to 19 shots.

Division 3 ladies was home to Korumburra and also won the day with 79 to 57 shots: M. Jepson’s team won 29 to 15 shots, B. Thompson’s team won 26 to 19 shots and M. Rayson’s team won 24 to 23 shots.

Tuesday, January 31 is the last of the home and away games and will see Division 1 ladies at home to Corinella and Division 3 home to Phillip Island.

Wednesday, January 25 saw the club’s monthly triples in action and the winners were G. Drury (s), L. Lancaster and F. Sauvarin with four wins, plus 44. Runners-up were R. McGannon (s), A. Easterbrook and O. Crouch with four wins plus 34.

Best last game went to J. Newcombe (s), P. Forrest and G. Cornell with plus 16.

Sponsor for the day was Mountain View Village and the club thanks them for their valued support.

Saturday, January 28 saw Division 1 men’s pennant at home to Korumburra and won

overall 76 to 59 shots: R. Trotman’s team lost 15 to 23 shots, J. Hall’s team won 30 to 17 shots and B. Anderson’s team won 31 to 19 shots.

Division 3 was home to Meeniyan and also won the day, 78 to 59 shots: A. Rayson’s team lost 17 to 20 shots, G. Drury’s team drew 21 to 21 shots and R. Young’s team won 40 to 18 shots.

Division 4 was away to Tarwin Lower and went down by two shots, 77 shots to 79: R. Symmons’ team lost 20 to 22 shots, L. Wilson’s team won 32 to 24 shots and M. Carnell’s team lost 25 to 33 shots.

Saturday, February 4 will be the last round of the home and away men’s pennant with Division 1 away to Phillip Island White, Division 3 away to Port Welshpool and Division 4 at home to Korumburra Maroon.

Reminders: Friday night, February 3 will be the club’s next Kitty Club tea.

On Sunday, February 19 the club will hold a new short pairs event and entries close one week prior to the event. Entries can be made by contacting J. Pendergast 5662 0974 or Bill Harry 5662 5579.

Also entries can now be made for the Berrys Triples Day to be held on Tuesday, March 21. Contact the above named or Lynne McIntyre on 0407 453 912 or Janice Sing 0429 436 991.

Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.

Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, January 25 was the first night of bowls at Buffalo after the Christmas break.

Seven bowlers made up a team of four and one of three, with Rod watching and having a chat.

Two games of 10 ends were played with Bill Wolswinkel, Ian Hasty and Mary Tumino winning both games from Charlie Tumino, Toni Heldens, Carolyn Benson and Denyse Menzies.

In game one, three high scoring ends saw scores even after five ends but Bill’s team won the last five ends to finish, winning 16-9.

In game two some good bowls and a bit of luck saw another win to Bill, Ian and Mary, 15-4.

It was a good night for Bill, Ian and Mary (WW) 16 ends and for Charlie, Toni, Carolyn and Denyse (LL) four ends.

The annual general meeting for Buffalo will be on Monday, February 13, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall.

Social bowls on Wednesday, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall - all welcome.

Fish Creek BAREFOOT social bowls will get off to a flying start (tonight) Tuesday, January 31 and

SGBD Tuesday pennant bowls Round 11 - January 24 Division 1: Phillip Island 14/78 (20 shots) d San Remo 2/58 (R. Eames 30 d C. Thorn 28, P. Francis 30 d S. Carvosso 8, J. Dyer 18 lt M. Forrest 22).

Corinella 14/72 (14 shots) d Inverloch 2/58 (J. Carter 25 d L. Dowson. 17, C. Lincoln 26 d J. Brown 17, M. Hoy 21 lt C. Hughes 24).

Leongatha 16/74 (19 shots) d Wonthaggi -/55 (R. James 20 d S. Smith 19, J. Miller 28 d K. Simpson 19, M. Pearson 26 d P. Wintrup 17).

Foster 14/72 (1 shot) d Korumburra 2/71 (M. Climas 34 d R. Dow 16, L. Wheeler 25 d J. Nicholl 22, B. Tyers 13 lt M. Goad 33).

Division 2: Wonthaggi 16/77(19 shots) d Inverloch -/58 (J. Kellow 22 d D. Patterson 14, S. O’Connell 25 d M. Flett 21, S. Hamilton 30 d S. Phillipson 23).

Tarwin Lower 16/- (+15 shots) recieved forfeit from Lang Lang (-15 shots).

Port Welshpool 14/97 (51 shots) d San Remo 2/46 (M. McDonald 34 d J. Grindlay 8,

B. Crawford 48 d W. Brunsden 9, L. McLaine 15 lt J. Farquhar 29.).

Toora 14/94 (37 shots) d Meeniyan 2/57( B. Curram 31 d B. Scott 18; R. Richardson 41 d K. Cook 13 and W. Low 22 lt B. Dyke 26).

Division 3: Mirboo North16/88 (31 shots) d Fish Creek -/57 (A. Plowman 24 d N. Van Dyk 19; M. Briscoe 41 d J. Cunningham 17, D. Stein 23 d N. McKenzie 21).

Leongatha 16/79 (22 shots) d Korumburra -/57 (M. Jepson 29 d M. Hams15, M. Rayson 24 d S. Martin 23, B. Thompson 26 d M. Brown 19).

Phillip Island 16/75 (14 shots) d Loch -/61 (C. Hoffman 27 d J. May 25. D. Reynolds 24 d M. Cochrane 21, L. Waters 24 d V. Kennedy 15).

Division 4: Corinella 12/53 (5 shots) d Tarwin Lower 2/48 (P. Scammel 29 d V. Martin 23, H. Fox 24 lt J. Coates 25).

Foster 12/46 (4 shots) d Phillip Island 2/42 (R. Raita 26 d S. Weaver 15, G. Giaccherini 20 lt D. Bateman 27).

Wonthaggi 14/54 (7 shots)

d Inverloch -/47. (L. Stanes 30 d P. Lawson 26; T. Kavanagh 24 d V. Muir 21).

Ladders Division 1 Inverloch ..................... +111 134 San Remo .........................-6 120 Leongatha .....................+46 116 Phillip Island.................+27 113 Foster...............................-44 102 Wonthaggi ......................+24 85 Corinella..............................-3 85 Korumburra .....................-155 77 Division 2 Port Welshpool ...........+179 138 Wonthaggi ...................+118 135 Tarwin Lower .............+172 128 San Remo .......................-20 90 Lang Lang .......................-60 88 Toora ..............................+75 87 Meeniyan.......................-168 84 Inverloch .......................-146 82 Division 3 Leongatha ...................+108 140 Phillip Island...............+150 124 Mirboo North ...............+23 113 Korumburra ...................+2 101 Loch ................................-39 91 Fish Creek .....................-244 55 Division 4 Corinella......................+171 139 Foster.............................+28 101 Inverloch ........................-13 84 Phillip Island..................-28 81 Tarwin Lower ..................-72 102 Wonthaggi .......................-56 69

South Gippsland pennant bowls Results Round 13 Saturday, January 28 Division 1: Wonthaggi 16/98 (48 shots) d Lang Lang -/50; Phillip Island (B) 14/89 (35 shots) d Inverloch (W) 2/54; Leongatha 14/76 (17 shots) d Korumburra 2/59; Inverloch (B) 15/88 (38 shots) d. Phillip Island (W) 1/50.

Division 2: Corinella 14/75 (16 shots) d Toora 2/59; Mirboo North 14/64 (4 shots) d Fish Creek 2/60; Wonthaggi 16/82 (26 shots) d Loch -/56; San Remo 14/63 (2 shots) d Tarwin Lower 2/61.

Division 3: Foster 16/85 (17 shots) d Wonthaggi -/68; Inverloch 14/68 (9 shots) d Phillip Island 2/59; San Remo 14/66 (4 shots) d Port Welshpool. 2/62; Leongatha 13/78 (19 shots) d Meeniyan 3/59.

Division 4: Inverloch 14/77 (9 shots) d Phillip Island 2/68; Wonthaggi 12/74 (3 shots) d Korumburra (G)

4/71; Corinella 14/75 (12 shots) d Korumburra (M) 2/63; Tarwin Lower 14/79 (2 shots) d Leongatha. 2/77.

Division 5: Toora 16/113 (78 shots) d. Loch -/35.

Phillip Island 15/75 (11shots) d Meeniyan 1/64; San Remo 16/78 (18 shots) d Foster -/60; Inverloch 16/90 (30 shots) d. Lang Lang -/60; Fish Creek 16/73 (16 shots) d Mirboo North -/57.

Ladders Division 1 Inverloch (B) ...............+269 Phillip Is (B) ................+265 Leongatha ...................+131 Wonthaggi ......................-28 Korumburra .....................-68 Phillip Island (W)..........-106 Inverloch (W) ................-102 Lang Lang .....................-281 Division 2 Fish Creek ...................+102 Wonthaggi ....................+47 San Remo .....................+68 Corinella........................+54 Toora ..............................+51

167 160 127 104 85 72 67 50 132 129 128 106 99

Tarwin Lower ..................+8 Mirboo North ................-201 Loch ............................ -129 Division 3 Foster.............................+66 Phillip Island.................+54 Leongatha .....................+79 Port Welshpool ..............-31 San Remo ...................... -52 Inverloch .........................-84 Meeniyan........................+61 Wonthaggi .......................-93 Division 4 Wonthaggi .....................+34 Korumburra (M) .........+92 Leongatha .....................+49 Inverloch .......................+20 Phillip Island ..................+67 Korumburra (G) ..............-53 Tarwin Lower ................-121 Corinella .........................-88 Division 5 Toora ...........................+332 San Remo ...................+194 Fish Creek ..................+109 Foster..............................-26 Phillip Island ..................+17 Meeniyan...........................-4 Inverloch ........................+10 Lang Lang .....................-111 Mirboo North ................-160 Loch ..............................-352

89 77 72 136 124 122 101 99 99 91 60 132 127 112 105 104 96 80 76 171 152 120 110 99 95 93 71 71 58

Wednesday, February 1.

Please note this event will be held every Tuesday and Wednesday of each week concluding on March 7 and 8.

This is an opportunity to learn about the game and any members of the community who are still interested in playing should contact Andy Kerr on 5683 2380 to register your name or team or further information.

The February casserole evening which will take place this Friday, February 3, will include a Dutch auction in order to raise funds for the club.

Members and friends are invited to join in the festivities and to bring along any unwanted items that can be auctioned off.

Saturday pennant Results and team selections Division 5 managed a good win against at Mirboo North at home on Saturday, while Division 2 went down to Mirboo North with an away game.

The teams for Saturday are as follows: Division 2 playing at home against Wonthaggi: T. McLean (S) R. McKenzie, R. Grylls (TM), A. Kerr. R. Mortlock (S) R. Knight, M. Heywood, C. McGannon. D. Christie (S) N. McKenzie, B. Cooper, B. O’Keefe.

Division 5 playing at home to Philip Island: Rob Poletti(S) J. Lindeman, J. Lavarda, R. Staley. R. Barham (S) N. Buckland (TM), A. Atwell, A. Masson. K. Flanders (S), D. Stefani, C. Bell, R. Vuillerman.

Emergency: Mark Angwin.

With the season drawing to a close, pennant players are urged to participate in a practise session which will be held on Wednesday afternoon starting at 4pm.

Wednesday triples: winner was the Toora team of Dino, Lucy and John.

Tarwin Lower ON Tuesday, January 24 Tarwin Lower bowls saw full rinks even though only one team was actually competing for pennant points.

Division 4 played a very competitive game against Corinella but unfortunately went down by a few shots. A great game for the spectators!

Division 2 didn’t play Lang Lang as scheduled due to its club attending the funeral of one of its members, our thoughts were with you.

Thank you to our men who manned a team so we were able to practise our skills in preparation for our game against Meeniyan this week – an important game for a number of clubs!

Saturday bowls also saw both teams at home. Division 2 played a very good game

Inverloch OUR Wednesday social bowls attracted just 18 bowlers who played in a triple format.

There were two teams that won both games. On 33 points were Allan Johnstone, Sue Nation and Joyce Arnold coming in as runners-up for the day.

Congratulations to Pam Lawson, Chris Gillman and Carol Hughes winners on 35 points. Raffles were won by Huie Nation, Veronica Muir and Nell Van Grunsven. Social bowls continues next Wednesday starting at 12.30pm.

The turnout for the social game last Thursday was less than usual, no doubt due to other Australia Day distractions, but six pairs enjoyed 22 ends of 2x4x2 doubles on a fine and cool January day.

The winning double with 34 points was Terry Seaward (s) and Terry Orford. Runners-up, with 34 points were Bob Davis (s) and Brian Growse. Thursday social bowls will be played again on February 2. Sign on by 11.30 am for a 12.30pm start.

Saturday Pennant, Round Thirteen.

Inverloch had a successful day with four teams winning, in the run-up to the finals which begin on Saturday, February 11.

Division One: Inverloch Blue 88 d Philip Island White 50.

Best winning rink: R. Burge, Glen Scott, R. Gabb and C. Buccilli .

Inverloch White 54 lt Philip Island Blue 89. Best winning rink: M. Yates, N. Hughes, Gary Scott and George Scott.

Division Three: Inverloch 68 d Philip Island 59. Best winning rink: R. Davis, J. Turner, J. Thornton and A. Moule.

Division Four: Inverloch 77 d Philip Island 68. Best winning rink: J. Miller, J. Duthie, A. Tschiderer and S. Snelling.

Division Five: Inverloch 90 d Lang Lang 60. Best winning rink: R Kee, H Dunn, P Sheedy and P Campbell.

against San Remo, 2nd on the ladder, but unfortunately went down by 2 shots. On the other rinks Division 4 was battling against Leongatha, but this time Tarwin was the victor.

Wednesday was a lovely day for bowls and a great time was had by all. The team from Toora consisting of Dino, Lucy and John took home the meat trays.

Only one more game until the finals – good bowling everyone!

Our annual “Memorial Day Bowls” will be held on Saturday, March 18, staring at 9.30am. A format of four games of 10 ends with generous prize money.

Please contact Gordon Burke on 0490449081 to register.

Fliers will also be sent soon for teams to register for our Ladies’ Invitation day on Wednesday, March 1.

Josie from Travelling Jack will be at our Tournament on Friday, February 3 to help with your bowling needs keeping in mind the pennant finals coming up. She will be around the clubhouse all day.

Remember our pennant breakup function will be held on Saturday, February 4 from 6.30pm. Please add your name to the sheet at the clubhouse if you plan to attend.

Friday, February 3 is our members’ night. The jackpot is there to be won.

Ladies please note your diary for Wednesday, February 15 for a 11am ladies meeting.

Social winners: Carol Hughes, Chris Gillman and Pam Lawson were the winners at Inverloch’s Wednesday Social bowls.

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis THE weather was perfect on Saturday, January 28.

Koonwarra was the winner with three tiebreakers and Leongatha won two. Tahlia Bryant has to be pleased with the season, her hitting in rallies and so good at setting up for her partner.

Phillip Island won well at Leongatha North and there were two tiebreakers, one each way in the men’s.

In Section 2 the Baromi men were too experienced for the Leongatha Green boys but kept the rallies going. Green won two ladies sets.

Koonwarra won the

men’s sets and the Outtrim the ladies won the three sets to even the score. The mixed went Koonwarra’s way, Outtrim lost the two tiebreakers.

Korumburra had no answers for the Berrys Creek team.

Well done to the Hallston boys who did well without the coach. It was good to see Elise Dowling playing a fillin game.

In Section 3 the Parrots won against the Hawks.

Baromi won six sets against Mardan taking top spot this week. Baromi played Mardan at Clear Creek Road, what a great venue with per-

fect weather.

Leongatha was enjoying the evening after the match with a barbecue, and Marty Box was playing music. A nice social time.

Results Section 1: Phillip Island 7.65 d Leongatha North 2.42, Koonwarra 5.61 d Leongatha 4.52, Inverloch - bye.

Section 2: Koonwarra 6.56 d Outtrim 3.52, Baromi 7.65 d Leongatha Green 2.42, Berrys Creek 9.72 d Korumburra 0.33, Hallston 7.67 d Leongatha Gold 2.43.

Section 3: Parrots 4.46 d Hawks 3.38, Baromi 6.50 d Mardan 1.22, Eagles - bye.

Ladders Section 1 Phillip Island......................106.5 Inverloch ..............................96.5 Koonwarra ...........................62.5 Leongatha North .................61.5 Leongatha..............................50.5 Section 2 Berrys Creek...................... 112.5 Baromi ................................104.5 Koonwarra ...........................99.0 Outtrim ................................97.0 Hallston .................................89.5 Leongatha Gold.....................41.5 Korumburra ...........................37.0 Leongatha Green ...................26.5 Section 3 Parrots ..................................77.5 Baromi ..................................76.5 Mardan.................................63.0 Eagles ...................................52.0 Hawks ...................................45.0

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Thursday winner: Will Bullock.

Meeniyan SUPERB scoring featured throughout the week.

The course is enabling a bit of run so adding length to shots. This makes it more difficult to judge shots to the green and those players who have mastered the short game this week have come

up trumps. Greens are starting to play faster especially later in the day.

With the improved conditions, handicaps are coming down: Bruce Betts has dropped three or so shots over the past weeks and Marilyn McGeary lost two in one top game.

The club welcomed Elia Carter to play on Tuesday, whose drive on the 17th finished about two metres from the green. Sadly Elia’s short game didn’t bring on an eagle.

A small field took the opportunity for an early hit off on Australia Day and scores were very keen separating the top five players by only two shots.

An excellent field on Saturday saw Col Stewart come away with a truly magnificent 45 points with Dave McInytre not far behind with 43. Congratulations to all players this week.

The club wishes to thank new member Josh Hilder for bringing his drone along and capturing some great aerial layout shots of each hole and the course overall. The club is looking forward to seeing them on the club website shortly.

Results: Tuesday 24th January,

thestar.com.au Single Stableford Winner - Peter Riddle (27) 41 points Runner up - Reg Hannay (26) 38 points Best 9 - Lloyd Redpath 20 points Nearest the pin - 2nd Dave McIntyre; 11th David McIntyre Thursday 26th January, Singles Stableford Winner: Will Bullock (15) 39 points Runner up - Bob McGeary ( 12) 39 points Best 9 - Marilyn McGeary 20 points Nearest the pin- 8th Col Stewart; 14th Marilyn McGeary Saturday 28th January: Single Stableford Sponsor: Jim Cusack. The Club thanks Jim very much for his continued generous support to the Club Winner - Col Stewart (26) 45 points Runner up - Dave McIntyre (15) 43 points Up the line balls: Brian Erving (22) 21 points; Josh Hilder (32) 24 points; Winston Reilly (27) 27 points and Bruce Betts (28) 27 points Pro pin - Peter Wilson Nearest the pin - Craig Buckland

Members draw - Graeme Hoskin - not present. Jackpot next week.

Tuesday winner: club captain Peter Riddle.

Korumburra ladies winners: Viv Enbom, Kathleen Bronsema and Barb Walker were the Grade winners at Korumburra, last Wednesday.

Korumburra ladies

Saturday winner: Col Stewart.

Winner: Susan Jagoe had a successful day at Wonthaggi Golf Club.

Wonthaggi foursomes: back from left Peter Hanley, Ian Baker, Ken Cuman, Aaron Yann, front from left Sev Piasente, Pam Hanley, Josie Cuman, Chris Yann.

Wonthaggi SUNDAY was a great day for the opening Mixed Day of American Foursomes at Wonthaggi Golf Club.

There were some great scores and the A Grade winners were Peter and Pam Hanley 80 (14) 66 net, these were closely followed up by

Ian Baker and Sev Piasente 78 (10) 68 The B Grade winners were mother and son pairing of Aaron and Chris Yann with another great score of 83 (18) 65 net with Ken and Josie Cuman the runners up with 96 (23) 73 net.

NTP men, 13th, Beau Van

Agtmaal. NTP ladies 2nd Maree Anderson. Pro Pin 8th ladies Chris Yann, Pro Pin men 17th Peter Hanley.

BDL A Hooten-Shandley and G Prentice 71, G Linguey and B Bowmar 71, B Van Agtmaal and A Walker 72, B Fennell and J Beaumont 72, S Kane and M Anderson 73.

Golf classic returns to South Gippsland THE 28th annual South Gippsland Golf Classic will start at the Foster Golf Club on Saturday, February 11.

The events will continue for nine consecutive days, concluding with the men’s and ladies’ 36 hole South Gippsland Classic at Yarram and Foster golf clubs.

The committee is pleased to report that events are attracting good fields; however there are vacancies at most clubs and late entries should be made by contacting the club.

The committee is grateful to all of its generous sponsors for their continued support.

The program and club contacts are as follows; 4BBB Mixed and Stableford events will be held at Foster Golf Club on February 11. The club contact is Beth Curran on 5682 2768.

Mixed Ambrose will be played at the Korumburra Golf Club on February 12. The club contact is Brian Glasby on 5655 1042.

Mixed Irish 4Ball will be played at the Woorayl Golf Club on February 13.

On February 14, men’s and ladies’ Stableford will be played at the Meeniyan Golf Club. The club contact is Lloyd Hemphill on 5662 4331.

Mixed Canadian will be held at Welshpool Golf Club on February 15. The club contact is Rob Wiggins on 5688 1386.

Men’s and ladies’ Stableford will be played at Phillip Island Golf Club on February 16. The club contact is Rob Davison on 5952 6770.

Men’s and ladies’ 4BBB will be played at the Leongatha Golf Club on February 17. Ian Nunn is the club contact on 5674 1323.

On February 18 the first Classic round will be played at the Yarram Golf Club. The club contact is Danny Dwyer on 5182 5139.

The second Classic round will be played at Foster Golf Club on February 16. The club contact is Garry Shandley on 0472 574 316.

Woorayl Golf WOORAYL Golf Club hosted three main events last week.

Australia Day mixed – sponsored by Graham and Lois Young.

Australia Day men’s stableford best ball - sponsored by the club and the Saturday monthly medal stroke round and ladies stableford competition sponsored by Autobarn Leongatha – we thank all our sponsors for their generosity and continued support.

Starting with the mixed results – winners on a count back with a fine 48 points were E McBride and R Thomas from E Berryman and G Johnson.

Down the line balls went to H and R Sullivan, S and P Rayson and M Tuckett and G Young.

The men’s best ball winners were J Hassett and B Collier with 47 points. Runners up with 46 were T Martin and P Wallace. Balls went to M Grist and W Turner and M Herrald and B Gobbi.

Nearest the pins: M Grist on the 8th and E Poole on the 17th.

LAST Wednesday delivered ideal golfing weather for the 24 players.

Thanks to Heather Grist for providing lovely trophies for the daily event.

Div 1 (0-21) was won by Barb Walker (21) with 33 pts and runner-up was Lee Clements (11), 32 pts.

Kathleen Bronsema (32) won Div 2 (22-33), with 34 pts, with Julie Brannaghan runner-up, 33 pts.

The Div 3 (34-45) winner was Viv Enbom (36), with an excellent 37 pts, on a countback from Sandra Webster (39).

NTP winners were Julie Hislop on the 1st and Kathleen Bronsema on the 13th.

Lucky card prizes went to Janice Follett and Chris Rickard.

BDL went to Janice Follett, 36 pts, Kath Welsh and Pam Eyers, both with 32 pts, Chris Rickard, 31 pts and Joan Peters, 30 pts.

The day’s competition was also the third round of the rescheduled 2016 Gloria Burgess event, where the winners are decided by the best two scores of three Stableford rounds. Much appreciation is extended to the Burgess family, who have sponsored this event for many years.

Lynette McIvor won A Grade, with 65 pts. Runnersup were Lee Clements and Joan Peters, both with 63 pts.

Chris Rickard won B Grade, with 70 pts, with runners-up Viv Enbom and Merrissa Cosson, 67 pts.

The C Grade winner was Pam Eyers, 63 pts and runnerup was Lyn Perks, 61 pts.

Next Wednesday is Opening Day for 2017, with the time-sheet in the foyer for those who are able to play.

This is a Stroke event for the February Monthly Medal, second round of the Silver Spoon and first round of the Match-play Qualifiers. There is a committee meeting after presentations and the stall will be running.

Wonthaggi ladies WONTHAGGI Golf Club had 24 ladies play on Wednesday and some great scores handed in.

Susan Jagoe (35) came in with a brilliant 41 points and was awarded the winner’s voucher.

Lorraine Peters was the runner up with another great score of (27) 39 points.

BDL were awarded to Ally Adams 37, Judy Berry 37, Heather Wintle 37, Marg Johnson 36, Sev Piasente 36, Pam Hanley 35, Anne Walker 34, Betty Bowmar 34, Leonie Bentick 34 and Sharon Patullo 34.

The raffle was won by the ‘Young Syndicate’.

Saturday’s monthly medal event was hotly contended with 47 men and 11 ladies taking out cards.

Starting with the ladies stableford event the winner was S Wakefield with 34 points In the men’s event there were three grades all with some great scores, none better than the C Grade winner and January monthly medalist; K Riseley with a great 60 net, well done Reg. B Grade was won by G Johnson and A Grade winner R Gourlay – both with 66 net.

Down the line balls went to P Lancaster and J Fennell for the ladies and men’s to A Peters, J Bolge, T Martin, B Wilson,G Salmon, R Wnkler, B Feik, I McLennan and T Williams.

Nearest the pins for the ladies on the 17th was T Scoble.

Both men’s 8th and 17th hole went to T Hogan. The raffle was won by the Shed syndicate.

Well done to all of the major and minor winners for the week and if you are taking out a card next week good luck.

Happy trio: the rescheduled 2016 Gloria Burgess event was won by Pam Eyers, Chris Rickard and Lynette McIvor, last week, at Korumburra.

Woorayl ladies A BEAUTIFUL summer’s morning welcomed ladies back for the season’s Opening Day on Wednesday, January 25.

The day was sponsored by Mitre 10 with the format a 9 hole Ambrose competition.

Congratulations to the winning team of Julie Gillespie, Pauline Lancaster, Di O’Connor, Jenny Riseley (14.5) 25.5 net with down the line balls to the team of Elly Berryman, Thel Scoble and Lois Young (12.5) 26.5 net.

Next week is the Monthly Medal, first round of Hay’s trophy, putting sponsored by Invisage Interiors.

Foster A FANTASTIC week of golf saw great scores and lots of fun.

The course is in great condition as reflected in the scoring. Susan Heron-Williams was not present to collect the $750 on Friday so it is now at $800. Graeme Watkins was not present to collect on Saturday so it now stands at $280.

A great day was had on Thursday by our club captain Kiwi Jones, taking out the comp with 46points, well done Kiwi .

Golf Results Tuesday 24th: Par Winner: Ray Prain +3 N.T.P: 4th: P Dight 17th: R Prain; D.T.L: R Smith +1, P Dight +1.

Wednesday 18th: Ladies Comp Winner: (Ladies Summer Comp); No Results Available.

Thursday 26th: Stableford Winner: Trevor Jones 43 NTP: 4th A Morley 15th: D Hutchinson;;DTL: T Price 43, G Draeger 43, T Manne 43, D Summers 41.

Friday 27th: Chook Run Winner: Gary Phelan 22 NTP: 4th: Nil, 6th: Nil; DTL: B Knee 20, H Griggs 20, B Amesreiter 19.

Saturday 28th:2 Person Ambrose, Guest day Sponsor: Cox Accounting Winners: Member & Guest: J Freeman & M Prain 63.3/4 Members: P Dight & D Sommers 58.1/2

Two women played in the Thursday competition, with Joan Wardle winning the raffle.

The weather was again very good for the Twilight golfers on Thursday. The winners, with an excellent score of 24 pts were Pam and Bill Eyers. Due to uneven numbers, Bill also partnered Chris Rickard in the Canadian Stableford competition, and they were runners-up, with 22 pts on a c/b from Diarne and Terry Maskell. Viv Enbom and Terry Maskell were NTP on the 10th and Viv and David Enbom were both NTP on the 13th green.

Ten women played on Saturday, with Deb Wrigley (27) winning the Stableford event, with an impressive 42 pts. Kath Welsh (31) also had a very good score, to be runner-up with 37 pts.

NTP’s went to Deb on the 1st, Joan Peters, 10th and Sharon Adams was very close to the pin on the 13th green.

The following Wednesday, February 8, is Beginner’s Day, and already there are a good number of Beginners teamed up to play with members. The “Big Hole” golf and shorter course will make for a change and we hope that all involved will have an enjoyable day. The cost is $5 for the golf and members will bring food for a buffet lunch.

The Goods and Services Auction planned for Saturday, February 18 has been rescheduled to Saturday, June 17.

Saturday, February 18 is now an Elvis night.

PUTTING: 4th, J Griffin, 6th G Clavarino, 13th, P Furbor-b ough, 15th, J Freeman, 17thCb Pulham.

DTL:J Simpson & R McCallion 63, G Paine 64.1/4, D Bligh & L McKenzie 64.1/2, P b Furborough & R Furborough 64.3/4.

Korumburra THERE were 44 players on Saturday, January 28 for a stableford competition, with trophies supplied by A. and B. Twite.

A Grade: Peter Draper (11) 38, Steve Bromby 38, Steve Rose 37, Peter Hornibrook 37, Don Van Rooye 37, Chris Clements 37, Peter Van Agtmaal 37.

B Grade: Phil Harris (19) 39, Wally Hopkins 37, Greg Wilson 37, John Stein 37.

Nearest the pin: 1st Peter Draper, 7th Kevin Pope, 10th Ian Cash, 13th Steve Webster.

Tuesday’s winner was R. Spokes 39 pts and Thursday’s winner B. Hessels 38 pts.

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Big Hole golf at Korumburra WHY don’t you come and join Korumburra Golf Club for Women’s Beginners Day on Wednesday February 8 to play an exciting, new concept for beginners and experienced golfers.

Visitors galore: Latrobe Golf Club members are pictured with their Leongatha Golf Club playing partners. President David Gorr (Latrobe) is shoulder to shoulder with Fred deBondt.

Leongatha TUESDAY Stableford Best score of the Day was won by B Grade winner Colin Moyle with a very good score of 43 points with Fred de Bondt making a fine 38 points to win A Grade.

Balls were won by Michael Thomas, Denis Wallace, Andrew Henley, Ken Smirk, Kevin Scott, Bruce Gibson, Keith Godridge, Geoffrey McDonald, Jon R Smith, Aurthur Nilsson, Jeffrey Brewer, Graham Spruzen, Mark Warby and Jim Arnott.

Nearest the Pins were won by Ken Smirk on the 14th (1.4m) and Matt Handley on the 16th.

On a fabulous Australia Day on Thursday 26th, B Grade winner Peter Walsh had the Best Score of the Day on count back with 42 points from C Grade winner Gerry Carcour also with 42 points.

A Grade was won by Andrew Henley with 38 points and D Grade by Trevor Moss with 41.

DTLB were won by Kev Castwood 40, Neale Gillin 40, Ryan Thomas 39, Nick Shaw 39, Fred de Bondt 38, Bryan Sword 37, Gerard Mooney

Leongatha ladies WEDNESDAY, January 26 Women and Men’s Stableford A Grade: Rita de Bondt (18) 39 points B Grade: Sue Bowler (32) 39 points C Grade: Pam Christensen (44) 41 points Down the Line: Anne Gibson 36, Jan Brownlie, Karen Bear, Gwen Chapman and Mathew Mills 35, Wendy Brown, Trish Owen and Sue Holland 34, Marea Maher, Jocelyn Howson, Loris Clark, Wendy Parker and Glenys Day 33, and Karen Orford and Rebecca Thomas 32 on a count back.

Nearest the Pin: 14th Sue Holland (Bendigo GC) 16th Loris Clark Saturday January 28th Stableford A Grade Winner: Wendy Parker (13) 37 points B Grade Winner: Marea Maher (22) 35 points on a count back Down the line: Linda Shannon 36, Marianne Leaver 35, Dot Stubbs and Kerry Hogan 32 and Jan Brownlie 31 on a count back.

Lang Lang TUESDAY, January 24 Event: Tuesday Competition - 2BBPAR Field: 45 Winners : Bill Merrigan (14) 2 , Runner Up: Brian Smith (26) 1 2BBB Winners: Bill Merrigan (14) and John Bellis (21) 9 NTP 5th Noel Zunneberg 260cm , NTP 9th Bill Merrigan 350cm, NTP 12th Robert Scott

39, John McLennan 36, Bruce Cathie 36, Ken Smirk 36, Andrew Smith 36, Peter Hartigan 36, Walter Taberner 25, Rod Hopcraft 35, Peter Brownlie 35, Bryan Roylance 35, Kit Rotthier 35, Terry Lund 35, Ian Nunn 35, Denis Wallace 35, Peter Hobson 34, Steve Fisher 34,Rebecca Wilson 34, Michael Oliver 34, Peter Horman 34, Tom Williamson 34 and Grant McRitchie 34.

Peter Walsh had a great eagle 3 on the 18th hole and Walter Taberner also an eagle on the 3rd hole. Well done to both.

NTP’s were won by Peter Jaspers on the14th (1.3M) and Peter Seth on the 16th hole (2.3m).

A good field enjoyed very comfortable conditions on Saturday 28 for the stableford event, with A Grade winner Bryan Sword winning Best score of the Day with 38 points on countback from D Grade winner Paul Tierney also on 38 points. B Grade was won by Alan Kuhne with 37 points and C Grade winner Robert Martin with 36 points (c/b).

DTLB’s went to Ryan Thomas 36, Ken Wardle 36, Ted Bruinwoud 36, Bruce 150cm NTP 15th Colin Rangitonga 300cm DTL 1 Ball John Roberts 0, 1 Ball Ray Phillips -1, 1 Ball John Bellis -1 ,1 Ball Alec Hamilton -1 1 Ball Michael Colley -2,1 Ball Neil Stafford -2, 1 Ball Jim Welsh -2 Ladies Results - 25-12017 Winner - Yvonne Trask (19) 39, Runner Up - Jennifer Sullivan (14) 38 NTP 12th - Carol Carriggy DTL Jennifer Sullivan 38, Sue Purser 34, Margery Vick 33 Thursday, January 26 Event: Australia Day Competition - STABLE Field: 102 Winners Drew Pearson (6) 46 gross 66!! Runner Up –Kerri McKenna (22) 42 Eagle 17th Anthony Chandler, Eagle 7th Tony Ambrus NTP 5th Andrew Dash, NTP 9th Michael Fahey , NTP 12th Jim Martella , NTP 15th Peter Butler 1 Ball Michael Harmes 41, 1 Ball Doug Dorrat 39, 1 Ball John Ruddy 38, 1 Ball Jason Dodd 38 1 Ball Charlie May 38, 1 Ball Buddha Harkness 37, 1 Ball Chris Clark 37, 1 Ball Brian Smith 37 1 Ball Andrew Dash 37, 1 Ball Chase Blackwood 37, 1 Ball Anthony Chandler 36 1 Ball Fred Skepper 36 , 1 Ball David Lovie 36 & 1 Ball Richard Schmieszl 36 Saturday, January 28 Event: Saturday - 2BBSTB , Field: 169 Winners: Bert De Grandi (21) & Andrew Dash (13)

Hutton 36, Vince Sofo 36 (Latrobe GC), Bryan Roylance 36, Renato Monacella 36 ( Traralgon GC), Nicholas Hill 36, Jason Dennerley 35, Michael Thomas 35, Marcus Luscombe 35, Tom Sorrell 35, Malcolm Legge 35, David barrack 35, David Gorr 35 (President of Latrobe GC), Stuart deBondt 35, Peter Brownlie 34, Alexander Hill 34, Darrell Prior 34, Phillip Barry 34 (Latrobe GC), Frank Gill 34, Merv Stubbs 34, Ross Paul 33, Jacob Drummond 33 (Beaconhills CC) Leroy Sharrock 33 c/b.

NTP’s were won by Fred de Bondt on the 14th (2.6m) and Ross Evans on the 16th hole (1.4m) Nick Lafferty Snr won the Par 3 Competition with 10 points on c/b.

As can be seen from these results, LGC hosted a large contingent of golfers from Latrobe Golf Club on their 11th annual pilgrimage to Leongatha Golf Club. Latrobe’s president David Gorr is quoted as saying; “We are down for four days of serious play, some of it being golf and again we’ve enjoyed the great conditions and hospitality of the club.”

48pts Runner Up: Thomas Johnson (9) & Gary Ward (27) 47 pts Individual Winners: A Grade: Buddha Harkness (12) 38pts, B Grade: James Hedrick (14) 38pts C Grade: Les Rand (23) 38pts NTP 5th Darren Hillard 61cm , NTP 9th Greg Austin Hole-In-One, NTP 12th John Ruddy 103cm NTP 15th Shane Jackson 35cm, NTP 18th Lee Ballagh 48cm Ladies Results: Winner: Maria Warburton (24) 36pts, R/Up: Jennifer Sullivan (13) 33pts NTP 5th Sue Purser 184cm, NTP 12th Jennifer Sullivan 425cm, NTP 15th Maria Warburton 450cm 1 Ball Gehan Peiris 46, 1 Ball Chris Banks 46, 1 Ball Mal McKenna 45, 1 Ball Craig Venville 45 1 Ball Mark Holmes 45, 1 Ball Troy Harrison 45, 1 Ball Craig Taberner 45 1 Ball Noel Bradford 45, 1 Ball Colin Rangitonga 45, 1 Ball Ian Stewart 45, 1 Ball Richard Cousins 44 1 Ball Peter Blackwood 44, 1 Ball Peter Sellers 44, 1 Ball Trevor Cridland 44, 1 Ball Neil Stafford 44 1 Ball Wayne Thomas 44, 1 Ball Jackson Bennett 44, 1 Ball Daniel Robson 44, 1 Ball Brendan Gee 44 1 Ball Mal Delzall 44, 1 Ball Ernie Rush 44, 1 Ball David Wylie 44, 1 Ball Steve Dorning 44 1 Ball Ryan Daymond 44, 1 Ball Jack Ingram 43 & 1 Ball Murray Cridland 43.

The club will be playing ‘Quick ‘n Easy’ golf over a much shorter course with extra-large holes (BigHoles).

A recent VicHealth grant meant the club could set up a yellow course with markers along the fairways and purchase BigHoles for nine holes. Putting on the greens becomes simpler as the

holes are twice the width of the normal hole (and four times the area).

‘Quick ‘n Easy’ is specifically designed to increase women’s participation in golf by making it quicker and easier to get out and have a hit.

The grant also allowed the club to purchase starter sets of clubs that can be loaned to new players while they’re deciding if they’ll take up golf as a hobby.

If women can’t make it to Beginners Day there will be follow-up Give Golf a Go clinics and again equipment will be provided.

Contact Heather Grist

0419 004 974 or Lee Clements 0429 926 849 for more information.

Tina Prosser: looks hap- Lee Clements: prepares py about the bigger golf to put into the much larghole. er cup.

• Leongatha Cycling

Seniors up the ante at track cycling ONE of the more pleasant nights greeted riders for the club’s weekly track racing.

A good turn-up of seniors meant a night of fairly intense racing for them, whereas junior numbers were down, but they still enjoyed some competitive racing.

As usual the race started with the customary one lap time trials.

The juniors rode strongly recording times not far off their PBs. Jack Allen recorded the best time of 37.45 secs, Felicity Waddell with 38.65 and Caleb Murphy 43.16.

In the senior time trial, Thomas McFarlane recorded 30.16secs and Will Lumby 30.41, both recording PBs for the season. The others may have been a bit off their best after racing the Gippsland Twilight Series at Hazelwood Pondage on Wednesday night.

Junior Scratch Race (5 Laps) – riders set off in an orderly fashion swapping turns for the first four laps. Approaching the bell lap Felicity Waddell lifted the pace to gain a bit of distance on the other two, but Jack Allen upped his effort coming around Felicity in the home stretch to finish strongly for the win. Felicity came through for second with Caleb Murphy third.

Senior Scratch Race (8 Laps) – with a bigger field than usual the riders set off at a leisurely pace until they got themselves organised and then they lifted the pace. They swapped turns in an orderly fashion until, with three laps to go, Steve Allen took off to gain a considerable lead on the others.

Some strong chasing was required by the bunch and it responded with Thomas McFarlane and Will Lumby leading the way. At the bell Steve still had a 40 metre lead but it was eaten up in the back straight as Thomas, Will and Harry McLean were keen for a win.

A close finish saw Thomas in front by a nose from Will and Harry.

Not far behind came Dylan Adams, Thomas Fitzgerald, Steve Allen, Kevin Feely, Chris Ray and Dane Herbert.

Junior Handicap (1 Lap) – Felicity Waddell (20m) soon rounded up Caleb Murphy (30m) but they needed to work hard if they were to hold off Jack Allen (Scr). Jack pushing hard overtook Caleb at the end of the back straight and had Felicity in his reach. Jack Allen managed to pass Felicity on the home stretch to take the win.

Senior 2 Lap Sprints – Heat 1 saw Thomas Fitzgerald, Dane Herbert and Kevin Feely riding off. Thomas Fitzgerald took off quickly just before the bell lap to establish a handy lead. Kevin and Dane gave chase but didn’t quite have enough fire power to bridge the gap.

It was a good win to Thomas with Dane second and Kevin third.

South Gippsland Bridge Club Results FRIDAY, January 27 at Inverloch-Pair’s Event North/South First with the outstanding score of 61.72percent was the consistently strong pair of Kaye Doulas and John Sutton. Second with a superb score of 57.29 were the up and coming pair of Clive Hope and Bron Sund. Third with a strong 53.65 percent were Julie and Ian Macphee and fourth with a lovely score of 52.60 percent were Kathy Geyer and Mary McCaughan.

East/West First with an excellent 59.49 percent were Wendy and David Saleeba. It’s great to welcome the Saleeba’s back after a time away.

Second with a very sound 58.56 percent were the ever consistent and reliable pair of Anne Williams and John Farr. Third with 53.94 percent were Penny Loughran and Beth banks another strong, up and coming pair. Fourth with a great 52.08 percent were Helen Dand and Bluey Aeschlimann, a team which have not played together for long but which look set for a bright future.

Tuesday, January 24 at Tarwin Lower-Pair’s Event First with the very strong performance of 63.10 percent were the evergreen Kathryn Smith and Colin Cameron. Second with a superb 57.14 percent, made even better as they have not played much together were Anne Gibson and Alan Johnston. Third with a very fine 54.17 percent were Clive Hope and Frank Arndt, always reliable contestants and, fourth with a very strong 52.38 percent were the consistent pair of Viv Westaway and Maureen Stiles.

Monday, January 23 at Meeniyan, our only night venue.

First with the brilliant score of 67.26 percent and the outstanding score of the week were Clive Hope and Susan Ruffin, always excellent players. Second with a wonderful 55.36 percent were Viv Westaway and Ineke de Graaf. Third were the very skilled pair of Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt with a fine 53.57 percent and 4th were the ever strongly achieving pair of Kathryn Smith and David Baggallay.

Please check our website for up and coming events. Remember the AGM on Friday, February 10 at 11.30 am at the Anderson Inlet Angling Club in Inverloch.

Heat 2 saw Harry McLean, Dylan Adams and Chris Ray fighting it out. They started off at a pedestrian pace for the first lap with the riders keeping an eye on each other. Harry was keeping Chris up on the fence, when Dylan from behind took them both by surprise as he duck down on the inside to gain a handy lead.

Harry and Chris chased hard in pursuit and as they came to the line, it was a photo finish with Harry pipping Chris for the win with Dylan edged out for third. Heat 3 saw a contest between Thomas McFarlane, Will Lumby and Steve Allen. With a little bit of cat and mouse to start the race, it was going to be an interesting race.

The boys settled half way into the first lap, but then with 40 metres till its end Will went and quickly had a substantial lead. Steve looked at Thomas to chase and he did, leaving him in his wake.

Thomas was flying but it wasn’t enough as Will took the win on the line. Steve rolled in for third.

Junior Handicap (take two) – A slight change to the handicaps saw Jack Allen still on scratch but Felicity Waddell out to 30 and Caleb Murphy to 50 metres. Again Felicity was quickly up to Caleb with Jack catching quickly. Felicity was not going to let this one go, holding off Jack for the win with Caleb taking third.

Senior Olympic Pursuit – Uneven numbers saw Thomas McFarlane having to do extra work for his team of Dane Herbert, Thomas Fitzgerald and Harry McLean. The other team was made up of Kevin Feely, Steve Allen, Chris Ray, Dylan Adams and Will Lumby.

Dane Herbert had the steam train fired up and led his team out well, but a strong turn by Steve Allen bought his team back into the contest. Harry McLean pushed hard to hand Thomas McFarlane a slight advantage which he extended on the first half of his double turn, but the second half saw a fresh Will Lumby put in a great turn to bring home the win for his team.

Junior Sprint (1 Lap) – Caleb Murphy caught the other two napping to establish a handy lead, but a strong finishing Jack Allen got him on the line with Felicity Waddell coming in third.

Senior Elimination – On the last bend of the free lap Dane Herbert came around the top to try and open up an advantage but this was quickly covered by Will Lumby and then the rest of the field. They continued past Dane to see him the first out. Poor positioning saw Steve Allen out on the next lap.

A tight finish on the next had Thomas Fitzgerald boxed in with nowhere to go and was the next out. With the tail rounding up the field on the next lap saw Kevin Feely pushed to the back and the next out. Next out was Chris Ray with the pace lifting. Dylan Adams put in a last effort but couldn’t hold it to be the next out.

With only three left it looked like Harry McLean might cause an upset coming around the outside of Will Lumby and Thomas McFarlane but he ran out of gas down the straight to be the next out. On the final lap Thomas snuck on the inside of Will on the last bend and held on for the win.

Junior Sprint (2 Laps) – With Felicity retiring for the night it was a race between Jack Allen and Caleb Murphy. Jack proved too strong for Caleb on the second lap and took the win.

Senior Scratch (12 Laps) – After a fairly intense night the riders were happy to roll around swapping turns, but with five laps down Thomas Fitzgerald took off to break-up the leisurely ride. He was soon caught by the end of the lap and the riders had bunched up again.

With two laps to go Dylan Adams lifted the pace but was covered by Will Lumby who kept going with Thomas McFarlane not far behind. In the end Thomas McFarlane was too strong riding over the top of Will for the win with Steve Allen rolling in for third and Thomas Fitzgerald fourth.

Many thanks to the Love’s for their donation of the raffle; won

by Kevin Feely. A reminder the club track titles will be held on Friday, February 10.

Helping hand: Felicity Waddell receives a winning push from her father Rob in the reheat of the junior one lap handicap on Friday night.

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South Gippsland sport leads the way SOUTH Gippsland has been identified as the second highest area for sport participation in Victoria, according to State Government research.

The Sport Participation Rates – Victoria 2015 report indentified 33.5 player registrations were completed for every 100 residents in South Gippsland.

This participation rate ranked South Gippsland as the second highest in the state following Buloke at 39.1 registrations per 100 residents.

Australian football, basketball, bowls, cricket, soccer, golf, gymnastics, hockey, netball, sailing and tennis player membership databases from 2015 were analysed to gain these insights into community participation in organised sport in Victoria.

The research project was a collaboration between VicHealth, Sport and Recreation Victoria, Federation University, Victoria University and the 11 sports.

Council’s recreation officer Ian Murphy was pleased South Gippsland was identified with the second highest participation rate in the state.

“South Gippsland should be extremely proud our community has such

a commitment to playing local sport and being a healthy and active community. It is the volunteers who give their time to support their local sporting clubs that make these opportunities possible for our community,” he said.

“This research demonstrates the need for continual support of our local sporting clubs and the maintenance of our recreational assets which council provides through community grants and access to State Government funding for major projects.”

The seven golf courses, 10 bowls clubs, numerous indoor sport stadiums and 20 recreational reserves with ovals and outdoor courts in South Gippsland all contribute to making a broad range of activities available for everyone in the community.

Leongatha and District Cricket Association secretary Gary Adams was happy to see the positive result and imagined it would only improve in the future.

“The Leongatha and District Cricket Association, with probably the largest number of participating teams in Gippsland, is also looking to expand with a new girls’ competition starting in February,” he said.

According to a Gippsland Soccer League spokesperson, participa-

shortened formats are starting to really take off.

“We’re currently planning foot-golf, a hybrid golf and soccer program with a local soccer club too. I guess we’re lucky in that golf is a sport for life.

You can learn it young and play until very late in your life unlike footy and other more physical contact sports. We have participants ranging in age from three to 90 years old.”

Netball Victoria CEO Rosie King confirmed netball continues to be active across many communities.

“It’s very positive to see sport is so strong in South Gippsland, the level of physical activity has been a hot topic for a while, particularly in our young demographic. With netball still the number one sport for females, we are seeing growth in all abilities as well as male participation, not only as players Cricket boost: these boys from all over the district attended Cricket Victoria’s two day skills sessions at but as officials. This is a Scorpion Park, Leongatha. Cricket has grown due to increased interest in a girl’s competition due to start great opportunity to thank in February. our volunteers who work so hard to offer a variety of tion in soccer continues to dad and the children,” the the sport of golf and our sembly GippSport, we’ve ways to be involved in netclub has been a high pri- been trying to be innova- ball, as well as the South spokesperson said. grow across the region.

At the Leongatha Golf ority for us. We’ve really tive by delivering a range Gippsland Shire for its vi“The successful introduction of a dedicated U15 Club, there is a strong made a point of not just of programs as well as sion,” she said. girls’ age group last season, commitment to maxi- going down the traditional social participation opIndividuals wishing to the strength of the women’s mising opportunities for golf participation model portunities. Things like know more about the recompetition and the contin- people to play, accord- of 18 hole competition kinder golf programs that search and its results can ued popularity of the game ing to club president Dan golf and pushing member- run indoors, all abilities visit www.vichealth.vic. ships onto people as well,” programs for local people gov.au/media-and-resourcwith children has ensured Poynton. with disabilities, Swing es/publications/victorian‘As a club, growing he said. numbers continue to grow “Through the support FitGolf Australia’s new participation-in-organisedin our family oriented our participation rates and league. We want the whole giving as many people in of council working with women’s social program, sport. family to play – mum, our community access to our Regional Sports As- Big Hole golf and other • WONTHAGGI LITTLE ATHLETICS

Girl’s cricket McKenzie breaks record league coming PERFECT conditions prevailed on Saturday morning and 73 athletes enjoyed the fine conditions.

Camryn McKenzie had a brilliant morning collecting a swag of personal bests and breaking the Under 9 Girls 700m record with a time of 3:10.36.

Hayden Purton (U6B) also set a new record with GIRLS aged between 11 years and 18 within a team setting, offer a place where girls can years have more opportunities than ever improve their skills in a welcoming environment, a time of 1:23.39 in the 300m.

Our three duel athletes, Rachel Aitken (U15G), and play in a girl’s only cricket league. to play cricket this summer.

Nicola Slade (U14G) and Tevuro Ihomana MontThe league is welcome to all girls, returning to A four week Stars Girls Cricket League will gomery (U12G) also competed at Casey Fields this commence a four week season on Monday, Feb- cricket or interested in starting this as a sport. week in the Athletics Victoria Country ChampionThe Monday games are held between 4pm-6ruary 13. ships and performed well against top notch state pm and all protective equipment is provided.

A Come and Try session will precede this on wide competition.

For further information call Rob Wood on 0408 Monday, February 6 from 4pm to 5.30pm.

The Gippsland Regional competition at Berwick 820 582 or Greg Mattingley on 0419 546 015.

Both sessions are at the Leongatha Primary is fast approaching and we wish all our competitors School oval, Town Cricket Club. well for the two day championships.

The focus of the league is to provide the opportunity for girls to have fun with their friends

The best performances for this week are listed below.

5PBs: U9B: Jake Marotta, 60m Hurdles, triple Jump, 70m, Discus, 700m U11G: Ella Smith: 800m, 60m Hurdles, Long Jump, 70m, Javelin 4PBs: U6B: Jaedon Kindom: 60mH, 70m, Long Jump, 300m U6G: Daisy Marotta: 300m, 60m Hurdles, Triple Jump, 70m U9G: Camryn McKenzie and Chelsea Dalton, 70m, 60m Hurdles, 700m, Triple Jump U10B: Archie Terlich and Saxon Saunders, Discus, 60m Hurdles, 70m, Triple Jump U12G: Maya Fraser, 800m, 60m Hurdles, Long Jump, 70m

South Gippsland

TENNIS COACHING New programs commencing from Monday 23, Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 January for ages 3-5, 5-8, 7-9 and 9+ Also available Monday to Friday Private, Semi Private, Adult & Squad lessons.

Special introductory price of just $80 / term and a FREE racquet New clubs: Mirboo North & Fish Creek Tennis Clubs, starting Thursday nights from February 2.

For further information or bookings please contact Matthew Pocklington 0402 736 693 | 5662 0597 info@southgippslandtenniscoaching.com.au

Jack Howell: flies over the high jump bar in Saxon Saunders: jumps a PB in the Under Alana Daikin: (U9G) shows her determination in the 60m hurdle event.

10 Boys Triple Jump. the Under 8 boys competition.

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Town claims T20 title

A MASSIVE batting collapse prompted by a stunning bowling effort from Madura Weerasinghe Silva has propelled Leongatha Town into T20 champions.

Sunday, January 29 was final’s day for the Leongatha and District A Grade Knockout Championship.

Played in Leongatha the semi finals were played in the morning with the Grand Final in front of a big crowd in the afternoon at Scorpion Park.

In a high scoring final featuring some big hitting and excellent individual achievements Town came out on top over Club and are the A Grade T20 Champions.

The match was poised when in the last five overs Club needed about 50 runs off the last five overs-enter Madura Weerasinghe Silva.

He tore through Club’s middle order taking 5/9 in the process, turning the game on its head.

From 2/131, Club collapsed to lose eight wickets for 24 runs in a stunning comeback from Town.

b. R. Thomas ........................26 J. Schelling c. b. J. Sheerin ..........................10 J. Hume b. Macdermid .............29 A. Hickey b. McCall ................30 S. Fixter r.o...............................15 M. Borschman r.o.......................6 S. Browne n.o.............................0 Extras ......................................13 Total .......................................174 Bowling: J. Thomas 0/25, R. Birkett 2/37, R. Thomas 2/26, J. Sheerin 1/33, M. Thomas 0/15, Z. Macdermid 1/16, M. McCall 1/15.

1st innings Club M. Thomas r.o. .........................63 K. Brann c. Ratnaike b. Browne .............................12 R. Thomas c. Borschman b. Ratnaike ...........................50 J. Wallace c. Ratnaike b. Silva ...................................3 J. Sheerin c. J. Hume b. Silva ...................................0 M. McCall c. L. Smith b. Silva ...................................6 J. Sheerin c. L. Smith b. Silva ...................................0 D. Turton c. Browne b. Silva ...................................0 R. Birkett b. Ratnaike.................2 A. Geyer n.o. ..............................1 J. Thomas n.o. ............................4 Extras ......................................15 Total .......................................155 Bowling: S. Browne 1/35, A. Ratnaike 2/21, M. Borschman 0/26, M. Weerasinghe Silva 5/9, J. Hume 0/12, M. Davies 0/43.

Town the champs: the LDCA 20/20 Premiers for 2017 are Leongatha Town. They are, back row from left, Jareth Hume, Amila Ratnaike, Jack Hume, Josh Schelling, Luke Smith, Matt Davies (c), Scott Brown (with Matilda and Jordan), front, Matt Smith, Madura Weerasinghe Silva, Ash Hickey, Steve Fixter and Matt Borschman.

• LDCA Country Week Cricket

LDCA win opening Country Week match LEONGATHA and District Cricket Association (LDCA) has taken out a win in yesterday’s (Monday, January 30) first Country Week cricket match, defeating Hamilton.

Results Semi Final 1: Town 4/112 (M. Weerasinghe 50, A. Ratnaike 35, P. Dell 2/17) d OMK 9/109 (T. Wyatt 43, M. Borschman 3/27).

Semi Final 2: Club 104 (R. Thomas 37, K. Brann 27, D. Wyhoon 2/21, S. dole 2/27 d Korumburra 66 (K. Dorman 17, R. Thomas 4/11, R. Birkett 4/12.

LDCA A Grade 20/20 Knockout Competition Grand final TOWN v CLUB 1st innings Town M. Davies c. R. Thomas b. Birkett ................................1 M. Smith b. Birkett ..................12 A. Ratnaike c. b. R. Thomas ........................32 M. Weerasinghe Silva

Town bowler: Matt Borschman bowled tightly enough but without luck in the final.

Winning the toss and batting Leongatha hit 7/239 with David Newman making a fine 81 with opener Sam Hughes next best with 47. Down the order Damian Symmons scored 36.

In reply Hamilton made just 9/118 with two wickets apiece to Alan Jenkins, David Newman, Jack Ginnane, and Shane Dole.

The LDCA have assembled a strong squad to tackle this week’s Country Week in Melbourne. Other associations in its group are Shepparton, Sunraysia, Ferntree Gully, South

West, Yarra Valley, and Murray Valley. Should the LDCA win at least three of its matches it would then contest the final this Friday, February 3.

Leongatha face South West at Coburg City oval today, Tuesday. On Wednesday it plays Shepparton at Harry Trott oval, Albert Park, and on Thursday it plays Sunraysia at Plenty Oval in Bundoora.

After spending one year in Provincial, the top group, the LDCA dropped back to Division 2 for 2016 and will be hoping to get back in the top group with a win this year.

The squad is as follows: Luke Rogers, Tim Sauvarin, Jack Ginnane (Imperials), David Newman (Inverloch), Daniel Mock, James Markland (Kilcunda Bass), Sam Hughes, Ben Perry (Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL), Shane Dole, Iian Osman (Korumburra), Amila Ratnaike, Madura

Weerasinghe Silva (Leongatha Town), Tim Wightman, Damien Symmons (Nerrena), Thomas Wyatt (OMK), Charith Keerthisinghe (Phillip Island), Alan Jenkins (Poowong Loch), Koby Brann, Jakeb Thomas (Wonthaggi Workmens). Team manager Kristian Gray.

Players will be rotated through the week to ensure everyone gets at least one of the four games.

Details LEONGATHA v HAMILTON 1st innings Leongatha D. Mock c. T. Burge b. E. Guthrie ...........................8 S. Hughes lbw. b. B. Huf...............................47 D. Newman c&b. H. Douglas ..81 A. Ratnaike c. b. B. Huf.................................5 T. Wyatt c. H. Douglas b. B. Huf...............................25 S. Dole r.o. .................................7 B. Perry n.o. .............................18 D. Symmons b. K. Uebergang ...................36

Cricket honours Rob Wood and Patrick Palmer EACH year the Leongatha & District Cricket Association recognise the endeavours of two people who have made huge contributions to local cricket.

Patrick Palmer

Patrick ‘Pud’ Palmer has had a long career in cricket starting at the age of 11. He first arrived at Glen Alvie as an 18 year old and ended his first game with a 5 wicket haul. Since then he The way they do this is by having Round 12 has had a very successful career with Glen Alof local cricket named after them. This coming vie that has seen him play over 330 games with round of cricket is the Wood – Palmer Recognithe club. During that time Pat played A grade tion Round. for 5 years and individually has won 9 bowling awards, 1 batting award, and 4 Cricketer of Rob Wood the Year awards with Glen Alvie. A favourite, Rob ‘Woody’ Wood Rob joined the Koonwarra individual highlight was his involvement in the Leongatha RSL Cricket Club in 1977.

C grade 2006/07 Premiership.

He played in our A grade side until 1987 as an Pat has also done fantastic work for Glen elegant top order batsman and an accomplished Alvie off field as shown by the fact he has been wicket keeper. on the Glen Alvie committee since the age of Rob continued his successful cricket career in our B and C grade sides until 1991, leading our B Rob Wood: honoured in Patrick Palmer: honoured 20. Some of his many roles have been treasurer, grade side to two premiership in 82/83 and 88/89 Round 12 of the LDCA-rec- in Round 12 of the LDCA- groundsman and overall club handyman. He has also been our B grade and C grade Captain and our C grade to a premiership in 89/90. recognition round. ognition round. at various times.

Undoubtedly, Woody’s greatest legacy to After a bad truck accident, Pat still wanted success of the girl’s cricket Koonwarra Leongatha RSL Cricket Club and cricket across Victoria, would be his amazing contri- competition now being played throughout Victoria. to be involved in cricket and although not playing he Woody is a life member of Koonwarra Leongatha RSL contributed by serving on the LDCA Committee of bution to junior cricket.

Rob has helped build the skills, knowledge and Cricket Club and at the end of season 2015/16, we Management as well as becoming a respected LDCA passion of hundreds of male and female junior players, announced that a new club award, ‘Best Junior Club umpire. After 4 years of recuperating the lure of the many whom have gone on to have successful cricket Person’, would be named in his honour. This was our great game had him back playing for his beloved Glen Alvie. Those tricky little balls he bowls even had him careers at representative level and also at their home way of acknowledging the dedication he has shown to making an LDCA Team of the Year. our club. club of Koonwarra Leongatha RSL. A stalwart of the Glen Alvie Cricket Club, Pat Off the fi eld, Rob has been an active member of Rob coached the juniors to consecutive premierepitomises what local cricket is about, Glen Alvie and ships in 88/89 and 89/90. Rob’s unrivalled dedication our club’s committee, serving several roles during his indeed local cricket, is all the better for having people to our great game of cricket is shown with the huge many years at our club. involved like Pud Palmer.

J. Ginnane n.o. ...........................3 Extras ........................................9 Total .............................7/239 (cc) Bowling: H. Douglas 1/45, E. Guthrie 1/52, K. Uebergang 1/29, C. Deary 0/36, B. Huf 3/26, M. Brilley 0/30, K. Forbes 0/16.

1st innings Hamilton T. Burge c. A. Ratnaike b. A. Jenkins ...........................2 S. Sharrock c. D. Newman b. A. Jenkins ...........................5 B. Huf b. J. Ginnane.................33 C. Neild c. K. Brann b. D. Newman ......................10 E. Guthrie lbw. b. D. Newman ........................2 M. Brilley b. J. Ginnane .............7 T. Feely stp. K. Brann b. T. Wightman .....................10 K. Uebergang c. T. Wyatt b. S. Dole..............................18 C. Deary c&b. S. Dole ...............0 K. Forbes n.o. .............................1 H. Douglas n.o. ........................24 Extras ........................................6 Total .............................9/118 (cc) Bowling: A. Jenkins 2/21, A. Ratnaike 0/20, D. Newman 2/12, J. Ginnane 2/16, T. Wightman 1/28, S. Dole 2/16.

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thestar.com.au • LDCA C Grade Division One

Cobras return fire on Diggers KORUMBURRA fifth on the ladder defeated OMK which is second on the ladder.

Quick one: Town’s Davern Goss calls through for a single. He made three runs.

Leongatha District Cricket Association Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 12 - February 4 & 11 Home team Grade A1 Won Club OMK Korumburra Phillip Island Grade A2 Koon-L/RSL Poowong-Loch Foster MDU Grade B1 Inverloch Town Nerrena Kilcunda-Bass Grade B2 Won Miners Koon-L/RSL Imperials Glen Alvie Grade C1 MDU Won Club Korumburra Phillip Island Grade C2 Koon-L/RSL Town Kilcunda-Bass Won Club OMK

Away Team

Ground

Umpire

v v v v

Nerrena Town Kilcunda-Bass Inverloch

Butch W Outt Kor Rec Cowes

G. Goss G. Wightman G. Adams J. Curry

v v v v

Glen Alvie Won Miners Imperials Bye

L Turf Loch FGC

G. Laird C. Salmon T. Rogers

v v v v

Phillip Island OMK Won Club MDU

I Turf SP 1 Nerr Bass

v v v v

Korumburra Won Rec N. Barnes Foster Koon N. Graydon Poowong-Loch EC N. Grabham Bye

v v v v

OMK Nerrena Inverloch Town

Meen McMhn KSC Rhyll

I. Richards B. Bek I. Thomas V. Baskerville

v v v v v

Korumburra Phillip Island Glen Alvie Poowong-Loch Bye

MMcK SP 2 Bass 2 WSC

L. O’Brien K. Scrimshaw TBA M. Wishart

A. Jordan M. Heenan A. Stride L. White

Any person interested in umpiring contact Graham Laird 0408 454 741.

Please note all games start at 1pm.

Take that: Town’s Ray Edwards strikes a six, straight back over the bowler’s head. He finished not out 30.

Korumburra’s Cameron Smith made a notable 44 runs and Peter Churchill made 35 runs not out.

OMK’s Hayden James took 2/38 off 15 overs and Luke Whiteside took 2/13 off two overs.

Korumburra finished off its innings with 6/162 runs and OMK with 158 runs.

Town wrapped up its match up with 7/258 runs compared to Club’s 151 runs.

Town’s Craig McGannon made an outstanding 54 runs and Marcus Kreutzberger made 44 runs, both retiring not out.

Club’s Matthew Cadwallender took 2/34 off 17 overs.

Chris Marinou gave his all on Saturday making a total of 60 runs for Nerrena.

Phillip Island’s Jackson Sorarti took 3/28 off 11 overs and Peter Francis took 2/12 off five overs.

Unfortunately for Nerrena they finished with 177 runs in comparison to Phillip Island’s 4/312 runs.

MDU had a clear win over Inverloch.

It was an easy win for MDU after making 183 runs in the first innings, whereas Inverloch could only reply with 76.

MDU scored 4/93 in

its second innings with Jai Bright making 41 runs.

Bright also performed extremely well after taking 3/16 off 9 overs.

Joshua Williams made 31 runs for Inverloch in its first innings.

Division 1 INVERLOCH def by MDU 1st innings MDU 183 1st innings Inverloch M. Woods b. J. Bright ...............5 R. Hughes c&b. J. Bright ..........0 J. Williams r.o. ........................31 A. Sparkes b. C. Cary ...............2 J. Strickland c. b. J. Bright ............................3 C. Bulter c. C. Brown b. J. Brown ......................... 11 X. Robertson b. S. Riley ...........1 L. Keily c. B. Casbolt b. S. Riley .............................3 N. Bradley b. S. Riley...............5 Mackay b. S. Riley ...................0 P. Harmer n.o. ...........................1 Extras ....................................14 Total .......................................76 Bowling: C. Cary 1/12, J. Bright 3/16, C. Brown 1/17, B. Cantwell 0/13, J. Brown 1/13, S. Riley 4/2.

2nd innings MDU C. Brown b. Mackay .................8 J. Bright b. X. Robertson ........41 C. Cary c. b. P. Harmer ........................21 B. Cantwell n.o. ......................12 J. Brown lbw. b. N. Bradley ........................1 Extras ......................................9 Total .............................4/93 (cc) Bowling: J. Strickland 0/14, R. Hughes 0/24, Mackay 1/7, X. Robertson 1/12, M. Woods 0/12, P. Harmer 1/13, N. Bradley 1/5.

TOWN d WON CLUB 1st innings Won Club 151 1st innings Town J. Pouw c. E. Dempsey b. M. Cadwallender ............28 N. Hodges lbw. b. B. Van Agtmaal ...............25 M. Warren b. M. Cadwallender ..............0 M. Kreutzberger ret. n.o. ........45 C. McGannon ret. n.o. ............54 R. Edwards n.o. ......................30 D. Goss c. M. Davey b. B. Harvey .........................3 M. Luscombe c. J. Schulz

b. M. Davey ........................41 N. Tuckett n.o. ..........................1 Extras ....................................31 Total ..................................7/258 Bowling: M. Sharp 0/26, B. Van Agtmaal 1/50, M. Cadwallender 2/34, N. Dobbie 0/24, N. Dobbie 0/25, E. Dempsey 0/22, B. Harvey 1/22, J. Schulz 0/29, M. Davey 1/6.

NERRENA def by PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island 4/312 (cc) 1st innings Nerrena B. Gannon r.o. ........................40 M. Collins c. M. Cleary b. J. Sorarti .........................15 S. Murphy b. J. Sorarti..............0 S. Martin c. C. Epifano b. J. Johnston ......................14 M. Patterson b. P. Francis .........0 M. Waltom c. J. Sorarti b. P. Francis ..........................2 C. Marinou c. L. Keating b. B. Caile ...........................60 R. Baudinette c&b. M. Cleary ...................10 J. Battersby c. C. Epifano b. A. Tolley ...........................8 P. Joseph c. L. Keating b. J. Sorarti .........................12 D. Grigg n.o. .............................0 Extras ....................................16 Total ..................................... 177 Bowling: A. Tolley 1/46, C. Epifano 0/17, J. Sorarti 3/28, J. Johnston 1/15, P. Francis 2/12, B. Caile 1/17, J. Knowles 0/17, L. Keating 0/9, M. Cleary 1/12.

OMK def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings OMK 158 1st innings Korumburra A. Brinksma c&b. T. Bye .........7 C. Smith c. D. Jeffries b. L. Whiteside ...................44 I. Riddell c. P. Harper b. H. James .........................28 A. Pyman lbw. b. L. Whiteside .....................6 P. Churchill n.o. ......................35 M. Patten r.o. ............................2 T. Morrison b. H. James ...........0 M. Wrigley n.o........................21 Extras ....................................19 Total ..................................6/162 Bowling: H. James 2/38, D. Wylie 0/22, D. Jeffries 0/29, T. Bye 1/23, J. Paterson 0/19, S. Matthews 0/7, L. Whiteside 2/13, E. Lamers 0/8.

• LDCA C Grade Division Two

Ladder leaders falter at home DESPITE being on top of the ladder, Philip Island was defeated by Kilcunda Bass.

Kilcunda Bass managed to chase down Philip Island’s 162 when it made 6/244. Kilcunda Bass’s Heath Grace made 61 runs not out and Joe Reilly made 53 runs.

Phillip Island bowler Stuart Cox took 2/31 off eight overs.

Glen Alvie was defeated by Wonthaggi Workmens despite it being above Workers on the ladder. It was unfortunately dismissed after 62.3 overs. They were all out for 133, chasing 146.

Glen Alvie’s Jarrod Newsome made 41 runs before he was caught by Justin Licis off the bowl-

ing of Sean Tessari.

Luke Borne and Sean Roche challenged Glen Alvie by taking 5/15 and 4/31 respectively off 18 overs each.

OMK 7/159 defeated Poowong Loch 123.

OMK’s George Lomagno made a fine 47 runs and Donald Wylie who made 38 runs in a 90 run opening stand.

Poowong Loch’s Tom Sheedy took 2/17 off 3 overs and Ricky Knox took 2/17 off 5 overs.

Korumburra was defeated by Town.

Town’s James Dean made an outstanding 99 runs but did a ‘Warnie’ when he was run out going for the hundred! Luke Kleinert smashed out 93 runs in the 200 run partnership exactly for this pair.

Town finished the game with 5/263 and Korumburra with only 162.

Korumburra’s Glen Barrett took 2/52 off 10 overs and Sam Hall took 2/24 off 12 overs.

Koonwarra L/RSL had the bye.

Division 2 POOWONG-LOCH def by OMK 1st innings Poowong-Loch 123 1st innings OMK D. Wylie stp. B. Nicholls b. A. Johnson .................... 38 G. Lomagno r.o. .................... 47 M. Blackburn c. B. Nicholls b. T. Sheedy ...................... 12 C. Walker c. B. Nicholls b. T. Sheedy ...................... 12 R. Paterson c. B. Nicholls b. R. Knox........................... 1 M. Whiteside n.o. .................. 13 P. Green b. R. Knox ................ 9 A. Perry b. W. Walker ............. 7 Extras ................................... 20 Total ......................... 7/159 (cc) Bowling: L. Miller 0/42, W. Walker 1/16, N. Hancock 0/11, A. Johnson 1/20, S. McKinnon 0/8, B. Knight 0/13, T. Sheedy

2/17, R. Knox 2/17, B. Regan 0/11.

GLEN ALVIE def by WON CLUB 1st innings Won Club 146 1st innings Glen Alvie M. Hull c. D. McGuirk b. S. Roche .......................... 1 L. McRae c. J. Licis b. S. Roche .......................... 3 J. Newsome c. J. Licis b. S. Tessari ....................... 41 D. Hynes b. L. Borne ............ 39 M. Grieve b. L. Borne ............. 2 A. Newsome b. L. Borne ......... 0 M. Milnes c. S. Tessari b. L. Borne ........................ 14 M. Dhar c&b. L. Borne ........... 1 K. Hull b. S. Roche ................. 0 J. Standish n.o. ........................ 1 J. Lindsay b. L. Borne ............. 2 Extras ................................... 29 Total ................................... 133 Bowling: L. Borne 5/15, S. Roche 4/31, D. Brosnan 0/24, S. Liddle 0/17, K. Dudley 0/15, S. Tessari 1/12.

PHILLIP ISLAND def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Phillip Island 162 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass J. Reilly r.o............................ 53 S. Burchell lbw. b. R. Young ....................... 30 H. Grace n.o. ......................... 61

B. Egeberg b. S. Cox ............... 6 R. Duff b. S. Cox .................... 0 G. Crow c. G. Excell b. S. Niven .......................... 4 Z. Crow b. D. Kenter ............ 34 P. De Rubeis n.o. ................... 19 Extras ................................... 37 Total ....................... 6/244 (dec) Bowling: S. Niven 1/30, R. Cleeland 0/6, J. Excell 0/44, R. Young 1/22, D. Kenter 0/28, S. Cox 2/31, M. Lee 1/43, D. Excell 0/20.

KORUMBURRA def by TOWN 1st innings Korumburra 162 1st innings Town J. Schelling c. M. Rowe b. S. Hall ............................. 7 G. Pouw c. A. Allaway b. G. Barrett ........................ 6 J. Dean r.o. ............................ 99 M. Harry b. S. Hall ................. 5 P. Hulshof ret. hurt ................ 28 L. Kleinert n.o. ...................... 93 R. Lindsay stp. P. Whelan b. G. Barrett ........................ 6 Extras ................................... 19 Total ................................ 5/263 Bowling: S. Hall 2/24, J. Whiteside 0/29, G. Barrett 2/52, R. Francis 0/11, M. Rowe 0/15, V. Gopal 0/24, T. Crocker 0/23, M. Sawyers 0/31, A. Sinclair 0/12, A. Allaway 0/34.

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Town chase second spot WITH just three, two day fixtures remaining before finals, Leongatha Town is eyeing off second spot on the ladder in B1 cricket.

The Scorpions have laid its claim on a final’s advantage after its 180 runs in reply was too good for second placed Wonthaggi Club 117.

Despite Warren Turner not adding to his ‘overnight’ total of 43, Zack Trease played a solid knock of 33 not out to ensure the target would be reached.

Despite the scoreline, Club bowler Zane McDermid returned polished figures of 6/36, getting Turner and two of the other quality bats out cheaply Kilcunda Bass got amongst the points with its 9/169 certainly punching above its weight to beat the higher placed Phillip Island 166.

Killy Bass’s innings was built upon its openers; Ray Gardiner 38 and Jaydn Tregear 52 forging an opening stand of 99, agonisingly short of the magic ton stand.

Ferguson and Duff with 22 runs apiece did enough to give Killy Bass the edge in this one.

Must mention Clint Wilson’s 5/43 off a marathon 31 overs, as ‘Richie’ would say, a fine effort that! Jack Cox’s 3/40 was also admirable.

Bottom side Inverloch pulled off a surprise; its 117 batting first was unbelievably defended with MDU flagging all out for just 79.

United just couldn’t get going, only Paul Vine with 18 run out was an indication of going from bad to worse for the side.

Shaun Hayes with 3/3 and Clayton Fisher 3/31

were the chief wickettakers.

A magnificent ton from Justin Greenwood, 105, set up a big win to OMK which made 311 in reply to Nerrena’s competitive 210 the week before.

Things could have gone the other way very easily as Nerrena apparently put down a catch on the very first ball Greenwood faced which could have markedly changed the result.

Dylan McMeekin scored 64 and he and Greenwood shared in a 146 run partnership to guide the innings. Next best was Russell White with 35. The Diggers are looking the goods in this division.

Division 1 PHILLIP ISLAND def by KILCUNDA-BASS 1st innings Phillip Island 166 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass R. Gardiner lbw. b. C. Wilson..........................38 J. Tregear b. J. Asbury b. Z. Brown ..........................52 S. Tapscott lbw. b. C. Wilson............................1 D. Ferguson b. J. Cox...............22 J. Bastwrous c. A. Finlayson b. C. Wilson..........................12 A. Batty c. J. Cox b. C. Wilson............................0 D. Blackney c. Z. Brown b. J. Cox .................................1 R. Duff n.o. ..............................22 C. Elliott c. b. C. Wilson............................3 B. Noble b. J. Cox ......................4 Extras ......................................14 Total ....................................9/169 Bowling: C. Wilson 5/43, J. Cox 3/40, B. Christopher 0/21, M. Wright 0/16, M. Young 0/13, Z. Brown 1/25.

WON CLUB def by TOWN 1st innings Won Club 117 1st innings Town S. Fixter c. R. Geyer b. D. Herbert ........................25 W. Turner c. B. Osborne b. Z. Macdermid...................43 M. Wilson lbw. b. Z. Macdermid................... 11 M. Borschman c. J. Brann b. Z. Macdermid...................13 R. McLennan c. J. Sheerin b. S. Williams .........................0 N. Johnston b. S. Williams .......12 M. Hanily b. Z. Macdermid .......0 S. Clark c. D. Turton b. B. Evans .............................9 Z. Trease n.o.............................33 D. Hume c. L. Sawyer b. Z. Macdermid................... 11

J. Gill b. Z. Macdermid ..............0 Extras ......................................23 Total .......................................180 2nd innings Won Club J. Sheerin b. R. McLennan .......54 B. Osborne c. S. Clark b. R. McLennan....................34 D. Herbert n.o. .........................16 B. Evans c. S. Clark b. W. Turner............................5 J. Brann n.o. ...............................6 Extras ........................................7 Total .............................3/122 (cc) Bowling: Z. Trease 0/12, M. Hanily 0/23, M. Borschman 0/18, R. McLennan 2/24, D. Hume 0/15, W. Turner 1/25.

OMK d NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena 210 1st innings OMK K. Kerr ret. n.o. ........................16 L. Jones c. M. Croatto b. N. Trotto .............................8 A. Busana c&b. C. Baudinette...............29 R. White b. J. Beckwith ...........35 N. Creed c. B. Martin b. J. Beckwith.......................25 W. Dowel c. J. Beckwith b. C. Dougherty ......................5 D. McMeekin c. J. Beckwith b. S. Helms ...........................64 J. Greenwood c. J. Renden b. S. Helms .........................105 M. Myors b. J. Beckwith............1 R. Dixon b. J. Beckwith .............1 R. Wyatt n.o. ..............................0 Extras ......................................22 Total ....................................... 311 Bowling: N. Trotto 1/16, C. Dougherty 1/41, C. Baudinette 1/62, B. Croatto 0/29, J. Beckwith 4/57, J. Renden 0/42, J. Kelly 0/22, S. Helms 2/29.

MDU def by INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch 117 1st innings MDU C. Hoober b. L. Anderson ..........3 T. Sinclair c&b. C. Fisher ..........7 W. Prosser c&b. L. Anderson .....4 S. McRae c. M. Goldsmith b. C. Fisher .............................1 D. Thomas b. S. Hayes...............8 T. Zukovskis c. E. Cousins b. R. Sparkes ........................14 C. Olden c&b. C. Fisher.............7 P. Vine r.o. ................................18 P. Robinson c. W. Williams b. S. Hayes .............................4 M. Hoober n.o. ...........................4 S. Benra b. S. Hayes...................0 Extras ........................................9 Total .........................................79 Bowling: C. Fisher 3/31, L. Anderson 2/21, R. Sparkes 1/15, S. Hayes 3/3.

2nd innings Inverloch A. Mujtaba c&b. C. Hoober .....27 H. Smith c. C. Hoober b. S. McRae ............................5 E. Cousins n.o. .........................32 S. Hayes n.o. ..............................0 Extras ........................................1 Total ...............................2/65 (cc) Bowling: S. McRae 1/32, P. Vine 0/3, C. Hoober 1/16, C. Olden 0/12, T. Zukovskis 0/1, P. Robinson 0/0.

No luck: Nerrena’s Joel Rendon bowled eight overs, finishing with 0/42.

Century maker: Justin Greenwood cuts on his way to a fine 105, guiding OMK to victory. Greenwood gave up one life, being dropped on the very first ball faced.

• LDCA B Grade Division Two

Korumburra wrap up an outright KORUMBURRA collected 20 points and top spot on the B2 ladder after a big win over cellar dwellers Imperials.

The Cobras scoreline was 6/172 against Imperials 41 and 124, meaning Korumburra didn’t have to don the pads for a second time.

The Imps resumed at 2/50 but Harrison McGannon didn’t add to his overnight 22 and it was quickly 3/51.

Kyle Cooper was able to go on with the job and he made the top score for Imps of 46 with Lachie Wright’s 18 the only other bat to get out of square one.

Shayne Harland took 4/44 in the second innings for the Cobras.

Poowong Loch 9/260 had a solid win over Glen Alvie 80 and 6/145 but the Poowong Loch boys couldn’t get the outright win.

Joe Burke 50 and Darcy Hale 60 were the stars of the innings for Glen Alvie’s second dig while with the ball Glen Poynton had a big game with 4/41 in the first innings and 2/8 in the second.

Foster was chasing Wonthaggi Miners imposing 7/297 and the second bottom side tried hard but fell 88 runs short, the Tigers finishing on 209.

There were some fine knocks in the 30’s by

Dower, Garvey, Clarke and Collis and if just one of these had gone on to make the big ton, the scoreline may have been different.

Miners’ Leigh Granger took 3/32 and Geoff Peters 2/26.

Division 2 FOSTER def by WON MINERS 1st innings Won Miners 7/297 (cc) 1st innings Foster R. Dower c&b. M. Greenway ..34 J. Pilkington c. S. Farrington b. W. Chapman .....................24 T. Garvey c. S. Farrington b. G. Peters ...........................38 A. Starret b. P. Loos ...................5 D. Thornell b. G. Peters .............5 N. Clarke n.o. ...........................39 G. Collis c. G. Kent b. L. Granger ........................32 S. Roffey c. G. Peters b. L. Granger ..........................6 B. Cripps b. L. Granger..............1

Extras ......................................25 Total .......................................209 Bowling: J. Aitken 0/48, W. Chapman 1/33, M. Greenway 1/36, L. Granger 3/32, P. Loos 1/18, G. Peters 2/26.

Total .............................6/145 (cc) Bowling: N. Allen 0/8, M. Allen 0/18, S. Head 0/12, B. Hall 0/23, T. Allen 2/34, B. Monson 1/21, A. Sheedy 1/16, G. Poynton 2/8.

POOWONG-LOCH d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Poowong-Loch 9/260 (cc) 1st innings Glen Alvie Extras ........................................9 Total .........................................80 Bowling: S. Head 3/12, G. Poynton 4/41, B. Monson 1/12, T. Allen 0/9, B. Hall 1/6.

2nd innings Glen Alvie J. Burke c. S. Head b. T. Allen .............................51 B. McRae c. K. Miller b. B. Monson ........................ 11 D. Hale c. M. Allen b. G. Poynton .......................60 J. Thorn b. A. Sheedy .................5 J. Hull c. B. Hall b. T. Allen ...............................0 I. Thorn n.o.................................3 D. Tiziani lbw. b. G. Poynton .........................3 J. Tiziani n.o. ..............................1 Extras ...................................... 11

KORUMBURRA d IMPERIALS 1st innings Imperials 41 1st innings Korumburra 6/172 (dec) 2nd innings Imperials R. O’Loughlin b. T. Gray .........25 H. McGannon n.o.....................22 M. Morter hit wckt. b. T. Gray ...............................0 K. Cooper c. J. Petrie b. S. Harland ........................46 K. Gray b. S. Harland.................6 L. Wright b. S. Harland ............18 C. Mondal c. N. Leppin b. J. Oxlee ..............................0 M. Wardle b. S. Harland.............0 M. Portelli n.o. ...........................0 Extras ........................................8 Total .......................................124 Bowling: H. McNeill 1/17, N. Arney 0/25, S. Harland 4/44, M. Olden 0/12, T. Gray 2/21, J. Oxlee 1/1.

LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 Korumburra ..........................96 Won Club ...............................90 Inverloch ................................84 Town .......................................66 OMK .......................................66 Kilcunda-Bass .........................54 Nerrena ....................................42 Phillip Island ...........................30 A Grade Division 2 Poowong-Loch .......................84 Koonwarra-L/RSL ................78 Won Miners ...........................66 Glen Alvie...............................66 MDU .......................................54 Imperials .................................42 Foster.........................................6 B Grade Division 1 OMK.....................................102 Won Club ...............................96 Town .......................................92 Phillip Island..........................78 MDU .......................................48 Kilcunda-Bass .........................42 Nerrena ....................................42 Inverloch .................................36 B Grade Division 2 Korumburra ..........................98 Poowong-Loch .......................96 Koonwarra-L/RSL ................60 Won Miners ...........................54 Glen Alvie ...............................50 Foster.......................................30

Imperials .................................24 C Grade Division 1 Phillip Island..........................90 OMK.......................................90 Town .......................................90 Won Club ...............................84 Korumburra .............................72 Nerrena ....................................48 MDU .......................................42 Inverloch .................................12 C Grade Division 2 Phillip Island..........................84 Glen Alvie...............................72 Won Club ...............................72 Poowong-Loch .......................72 OMK .......................................72 Kilcunda-Bass .........................48 Koonwarra L/RSL...................36 Town........................................36 Korumburra .............................36 Under 16 East Zone MDU .......................................96 Town .......................................60 Korumburra ..........................60 OMK.......................................48 Nerrena ....................................24 Koonwarra L/RSL.....................0 Under 16 West Zone Won Club ...............................72 Glen Alvie...............................72 Poowong-Loch .......................60 Inverloch ................................48 Phillip Island ...........................36

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• LDCA A Grade Division One

Korumburra solid on top DESPITE being challenged by Inverloch, Korumburra took out the points and remain on top of the A1 ladder.

The Cobras managed to defend its first innings score of 189 when it bowled Inverloch out for 162 on Inverloch’s turf on Saturday.

Two marathon bowling efforts from Shane Dole, 3/46 (22 overs) and Luke Zanchetta 3/58 (23 overs) gave the Cobras the edge it needed to get over the line.

Inverloch provided resistance through bats David Newman 40, Will Rankin 25 and Ben Thomas 29 but that man Zanchetta caused Thomas to be run out. Inverloch is third on the ladder after round 11 with still a very good chance of a top two finish.

Club set up its win and hold second place on the ladder after its 9/283 the week before was clearly enough to dispose of Leongatha Town.

Amila Ratnaike made 56, Matt Davies 23, Jack Hume 38 and Madura Weerasinghe Silva 35 and at one stage Town was 2/137 and looking a chance. But the middle order and tail did not fire at all and Town lost 8/35 to be all out for 172, still 111 in arrears.

Club’s Ryan G Thomas was on fire taking 6/45 in-

cluding the three leading run scorers in a dominant performance. Town holds a slender hold on fourth spot, but only due to OMK’s loss to Nerrena.

Nerrena in reply with 5/215 got over the line against OMK’s 9/210.

The Red Caps won with three overs and plenty of wickets in hand; the win being set up by a top 76 not out

by Tim Wightman and a solid 42 by Gerard Murphy.

OMK’s Nathan Cant 2/32 was the best bowler.

Kilcunda Bass 9/139 kept its final’s hopes alive with a win over Phillip Island 109.

The Killy boys had few runs to defend making the win more impressive.

They managed to get the quality opener Lachie Cleeland out for 36 and from then on things just fell into place.

Jacob Dakin 3/34 and James Mahood 2/10 kept the wickets falling.

TOWN def by WON CLUB 1st innings Won Club 9/283 (cc) 1st innings Town M. Davies b. M. McCall ..........23 J. Hume c. J. Sheerin b. R. Thomas ........................38 M. Weerasinghe Silva c. K. Brann b. R. Thomas.....35 A. Ratnaike c. b. R. Thomas ........................56 M. Smith lbw. b. R. Thomas ..........................0 S. Browne c&b. J. Sheerin .........5 J. Hume c. K. Brann b. R. Thomas ..........................0 A. Hickey c. K. Brann

b. R. Thomas ..........................1 M. Borschman c. M. Thomas b. J. Sheerin ............................0 J. Schelling n.o. ..........................4 L. Smith stp. K. Brann b. A. Geyer .............................0 Extras ......................................10 Total .......................................172 Bowling: R. Thomas 6/45, R. Birkett 0/13, M. McCall 1/33, J. Thomas 0/36, J. Sheerin 2/36, A. Geyer 1/0.

2nd innings Won Club K. Brann n.o. ............................34 A. Geyer n.o. ............................12 Extras ........................................0 Total ......................................0/46 Bowling: S. Browne 0/13, M. Weerasinghe Silva 0/23, A. Ratnaike 0/10.

KILCUNDA-BASS d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Kilcunda-Bass 9/139 (cc) 1st innings Phillip Island L. Cleeland lbw. b. A. Donohue ......................36 J. Keating c. J. Markland b. J. Dakin ..............................6 E. Richards c. J. Markland b. J. Dakin ..............................4 M. Kinghom r.o. .........................2 B. Johnston lbw. b. J. Mahood...........................0 A. Samarawickrama c. b. J. Dakin ..............................0 C. Keerthisinghe lbw. b. D. Mock ...........................16 S. Kirton c. b. C. Peckett ...........................7 G. Odgers c. b. J. Mahood.........................28 M. Dennerley r.o. .......................3 D. Johnston n.o. .........................1 Extras ........................................6 Total .......................................109 Bowling: J. Dakin 3/34, D. Mock 1/39, J. Mahood 2/10, A. Donohue 1/18, C. Peckett 1/5.

NERRENA d OMK

Club gets the win: Wonthaggi Club’s Jim Sheerin took 2/36 from his 13 overs against Leongatha Town.

Solid opening: Town’s Jack Hume gave the Scorpions a good start with 38 runs. However the team faltered against Club. Photos by Mark Drury.

1st innings OMK 9/210 (cc) 1st innings Nerrena D. Symmons c. N. Cant b. J. Cochrane.......................16 D. Trotman b. N. Cant................2 T. Wightman n.o. ......................76 G. Murphy b. J. Dewell............42 D. Baldi c. J. Lamers b. T. Wyatt ............................26 J. Cann c. b. N. Cant .............................22 J. Hoy n.o. ..................................3 Extras ......................................28 Total ....................................5/215 Bowling: J. Cochrane 0/31, P. Dell 0/33, N. Cant 2/32, J. Dewell 1/21, N. Auddino 0/47, T. Wyatt 1/30, J. Van Rooye 0/16.

INVERLOCH def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings Korumburra 189 1st innings Inverloch N. Brayley b. D. Wyhoon...........8 B. Debono c. D. Wyhoon b. L. Zanchetta .......................4 D. Newman lbw. b. L. Zanchetta .....................40 W. Taberner c. I. Osman b. S. Dole................................6 K. Rotthier b. M. Giles...............3 W. Rankin b. S. Dole................25 J. Bowring r.o. ............................0 T. McQualter c. K. Dorman b. L. Zanchetta .....................22 B. Thomas r.o. ..........................29 L. Rankin lbw. b. S. Dole..............................10 R. Thomas n.o. ...........................3 Extras ......................................12 Total .......................................162 Bowling: L. Zanchetta 3/58, D. Wyhoon 1/6, S. Hayes 0/6, M. Giles 1/18, S. Dole 3/46, I. Osman 0/16.

Hitting out: Madura Weerasinghe Silva hits out on his way to 35 runs. However once the top order went out Town capitulated.

• LDCA A Grade Division Two

Glen Alvie secure top side scalp GLEN Alvie pulled off a surprise win, defeating top side in A2 Poowong Loch.

Defending just 159 the Glen Alvie boys bowled tightly to get Poowong Loch out for just 152 to remain in fourth place after round 11.

Jamie Glen secured the win bowling superbly taking 4/27 from 19 overs with Kelvin Simpson’s 3/47 also notable.

Alan Jenkins with 26 opening and Colin Knox 42 were the most notable batting contributions for Poowong Loch.

Miners finished well short in its match, losing to Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL. Koony is in second and Miners third

on the ladder.

Replying to Koony’s 9/262, Miners managed all out for 186 with a great start by its openers with a 116 run stand; Jason O’Reilly contributing 47 of these and Blake Andrighetto 66.

Josh Andrighetto managed to be not out for 36 but all other bats were ordinary.

Jake Guinan was impressive with the ball, taking 5/55 while Jack Hale claimed 3/30.

In the final match Foster managed to stand up a little to MDU despite ultimately losing it on the first innings.

MDU hit 236 in reply to Foster’s 119 and then sent Foster out to bat again in the hope of an outright.

But the Foster bats fared much better in the second innings with a score of 9/246.

Openers Murray Lynch 33 and Mitchell Jones 82 put on 75 for the first wicket while Josh Toner 58 and Jones then put on a third wicket stand of 90, dashing any hopes of an MDU outright.

MDU toiled well in the field with Michael Olden taking 3/46 and Michael Patching 2/37.

Imperials had the bye.

MDU d FOSTER 1st innings Foster 119 1st innings MDU G. Webster c. G. Watkins b. J. Toner .............................77 M. Olden c. M. Lynch b. J. Chaseling ......................23

M. Martin b. D. Lacasa ............25 T. Harris c. M. Lynch b. F. Griggs ...........................33 C. Harris c. J. Toner b. D. Lacasa..........................10 J. Sinclair c. D. Lacasa b. H. Griggs ..........................19 N. Eddy stp. M. Lynch ‘ b. H. Griggs ...........................1 M. Cantwell c. O. Straw b. F. Griggs ...........................20 D. Mathews c. G. Watkins b. H. Griggs ............................0 M. Olden n.o. ...........................19 M. Patching c. J. Toner b. F. Griggs .............................4 Extras ........................................4 Total .......................................236 Bowling: J. Weston 0/4, F. Griggs 3/55, O. Straw 0/5, H. Griggs 3/71, J. Chaseling 1/19, G. Tanner 0/24, D. Lacasa 2/47, J. Toner 1/9.

2nd innings Foster M. Lynch c. M. Martin b. D. Mathews ......................33

M. Jones c. M. Olden b. M. Patching ......................82 O. Straw c. M. Olden b. D. Mathews ........................0 J. Toner c. T. Harris b. J. Sinclair..........................58 H. Griggs c. M. Martin b. M. Olden ............................6 F. Griggs c. T. Harris b. M. Olden ............................1 D. Lacasa b. M. Patching ...........4 J. Weston lbw. b. M. Olden ..........................13 G. Watkins n.o. ...........................0 J. Chaseling c. D. Mathews b. T. Harris ...........................15 G. Tanner n.o. .............................4 Extras ......................................30 Total ....................................9/246 Bowling: M. Patching 2/37, M. Olden 3/46, D. Mathews 2/44, N. Eddy 0/56, T. Harris 1/21, C. Harris 0/15, J. Sinclair 1/26.

GLEN ALVIE d POOWONG-LOCH 1st innings Glen Alvie 159

1st innings Poowong-Loch A. Jenkins lbw. b. J. Glen ..............................26 A. Bardwell c. S. Smith b. K. Simpson.........................6 W. Pollock stp. A. Hamilton b. K. Simpson.........................0 J. Bardwell b. J. Glen ...............17 C. Knox c. R. Slade b. J. Glen ..............................42 P. Dyer c. S. Smith b. W. Luke ..............................9 R. Greaves c. J.R. Reid b. J.A. Reid...........................15 A. Fisher c. A. Hamilton b. J. Glen ................................2 J. Poynton b. K. Simpson ...........4 M. Hancock b. D. Hales ...........15 M. Loader n.o.............................0 Extras ......................................16 Total .......................................152 Bowling: D. Hales 1/25, W. Luke 0/16, K. Simpson 3/47, J.R. Reid 0/8, J. Glen 4/27, J.A. Reid 1/18.

WON MINERS def by

KOONWARRA-L/RSL 1st innings Koonwarra-L/RSL 9/262 (cc) 1st innings Won Miners J. O’Reilly b. J. Hale ................47 B. Andrighetto c. J. Hughes b. J. Kennedy........................66 C. Thomas c&b. J. Hale .............8 A. Honeysett c. J. Hughes b. J. Guinan ............................6 J. Andrighetto n.o. ....................36 J. Piasente lbw. b. J. Guinan ............................0 A. Zanella stp. J. Hughes b. J. Hale ................................2 J. Loos c. J. Hughes b. J. Guinan ............................0 J. Rumbold lbw. b. J. Guinan ............................1 A. Hall b. J. Guinan ...................1 Extras ......................................19 Total .......................................186 Bowling: J. Kennedy 1/19, J. Hoy 0/24, J. Guinan 5/55, B. Tomada 0/26, B. Perry 0/16, J. Hale 3/30.

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Ally strives for football dream GLEN Alvie’s Ally Kershaw aspires to be involved in the new women’s national football league.

The 17 year old is in her third year developing her skills with both the Dalyston youth girls team and Gippsland Power.

“For six weeks we trained in Leongatha on Friday nights and at the stadium in Morwell on Tuesday nights. It’s really helped me improve my skills,” she said.

“I will be playing with both teams again this year and I’m really excited.”

Ally said she has always loved watching football, but wished she could join in.

She was approached

by Dalyston youth girls founder Ella Angarane in 2015 and happily joined the team.

“I was playing netball at the time, but I jumped at the opportunity to play footy,” she said.

“I stopped playing netball and started training with the youth girls.”

The youth girls enjoyed more success in the second year, which led them to winning the premiership.

However, Ally suffered a season ending injury.

“I broke my hand during a game and I couldn’t play for three months. It healed just before the finals, so I was able to play in the grand final,” she said.

“Even though I couldn’t train or play, I went along to support the girls. I was still the captain and it was a good experience to be a leader and a role model. It helped me

Leader: Glen Alvie’s Ally Kershaw captained the Dalyston youth girls in the 2016 season.

build my confidence.”

Ally joined Gippsland Power in her first year of football after she was scouted by AFL Victoria football development manager Chelsea Caple.

“Playing with Gippsland Power has been great because I’ve been able to play with different girls from around Gippsland and I’ve made a lot of new friends,” she said.

“We play against some of the best girls’ footballers in Victoria and it’s really improved the way I play. I’ve seen a huge difference.”

Ally received the 2016 GippSport Most Disciplined Player Scholarship for Girls at the end of the last season.

She received the award because of her improvement in the game and because of her dedication to the Dalyston team during her injury recovery.

“I had wires in for four weeks so I couldn’t do much at all. Once I got those out, I was able to start running again and working to put strength back into my arm,” she said.

Through her work with Gippsland Power she has regained her fitness. When she’s at home, she has personal training sessions with Glen Alvie’s Alysha Conlan

Determined: Glen Alvie’s Ally Kershaw hopes to take her football career further in the future. and tries to run six to 10 kilometres up to four times a week.

Ally is excited to return to football this season, but is also highly anticipating the start of the televised women’s league.

“I’m so excited to watch the women’s league. I can’t believe the support behind

it,” she said.

“In a couple of years I hope the opportunity to play in the league comes up for me.

I’d love to try out. It would be a great experience.”

She is also looking forward to the increase in youth girls’ teams locally.

“I’m glad there will be more opportunities for girls

to play in the area,” she said.

“For those who are a bit unsure, the confidence will come. Take the opportunity and you will really enjoy it.”

Ally has two seasons left with the youth girls and wants to join the Bass Coast women’s team in 2019.

2017 Alberton FNL draw released TEAMS in the Alberton Football Netball League are gearing up for the 2017 now the draw has been finalised.

While Stony Creek will get another week of training to brush up on its skills – having the first bye of the season – MDU will take on Toora and Fish Creek will play Tarwin in the round one on April 1.

Foster and Allies will also kick off the season on April 1 and will battle it out in a twilight match.

The Alberton League

will be shaking it up this year, introducing a few Friday and Sunday matches this season.

Allies will play Stony Creek in the only set Sunday match so far, scheduled on April 16.

The league has reserved the right to schedule Friday and Sunday matches as the season progresses.

The home and away season will play out until August 19, with the grand final set for September 9.

Round 1: April 1 MDU v Toora Fish Creek v Tarwin

Foster v DWWWW (Twilight) Stony Creek - bye

Foster v Stony Creek Fish Creek - bye

Round 2: April 8 MDU v Foster Toora v Fish Creek Tarwin v Stony Creek DWWWW - bye

Round 6: May 6 Tarwin v Foster Stony Creek v Fish Creek DWWWW v Toora MDU - bye

Round 3: April 15 Easter Tarwin v MDU Foster v Fish Creek Toora - bye Sunday, April 16 DWWWW v Stony Creek

Round 7: May 13 Toora v Stony Creek Fish Creek v MDU DWWWW v Tarwin Foster - bye

Round 4: April 22 Fish Creek v DWWWW Foster v Toora Stony Creek v MDU Tarwin - bye Round 5: April 29 MDU v DWWWW Toora v Tarwin

Round 8: May 20 MDU v Tarwin Fish Creek v Toora Stony Creek v Foster DWWWW - bye Round 9: May 27 Toora v MDU Tarwin v Fish Creek Foster v DWWWW Stony Creek - bye

Round 10: June 3 MDU v DWWWW Toora v Foster Stony Creek v Tarwin Fish Creek - bye Round 11: June 10 MDU v Stony Creek Tarwin v Foster DWWWW v Fish Creek Toora - bye Round 12: June 17 Fish Creek v Stony Creek Foster v MDU DWWWW v Toora Tarwin - bye Round 13: June 24 Toora v Tarwin Fish Creek v Foster Stony Creek v DWWWW MDU - bye Round 14: July 1 MDU v Fish Creek

Tarwin v DWWWW Stony Creek v Toora Foster - bye Round 15: July 8 Toora v MDU Foster v Stony Creek DWWWW v Fish Creek Tarwin - bye Round 16: July 15 Fish Creek v Foster Stony Creek v Tarwin DWWWW v MDU Toora - bye Round 17: July 22 MDU v Foster Tarwin v Fish Creek Stony Creek v Toora DWWWW - bye Round 18: July 29 Toora v DWWWW Fish Creek v MDU Foster v Tarwin

Stony Creek - bye Round 19: August 5 Tarwin v Toora Stony Creek v MDU DWWWW v Foster Fish Creek - bye Round 20: August 12 MDU v Tarwin Toora v Fish Creek DWWWW v Stony Creek Foster - bye Round 21: August 17 Fish Creek v Stony Creek Tarwin v DWWWW Foster v Toora MDU - bye SEMI FINAL 1v2 ELIMINATION FINAL 3v4 PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL

August 26 August 27 Sept 2 Sept 9

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Ally’s AFL dream GLEN Alvie’s Ally Kershaw aspires to play for the newly formed national women’s league.

The 17 year old will be playing her third year of football this year, developing her skills with both the Dalyston youth girls team and Gippsland Power.

She captained Dalyston’s premiership team last year and has spent her summer undergoing preseason training with Gippsland Power. ► Read Ally’s story on page 47.

Footy goals: Glen Alvie’s Ally Kershaw hopes to take her career further in the future.

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