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Summer Summer sport sport splash splash SWIMMERS including, from left, Georgia Courtney, Ruby Mewett and Lexi Todd, dived into a new season of competition on Sunday. The girls competed in the eight years and under, 25 metre freestyle event when the South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club hosted the first round of the Gippsland Swimming Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer competition at the SG Splash pool in Leongatha. The same weekend, other summer sports such as cricket and tennis had their first hit ups. See all the action in Sport.

BUSH BASH Call to save Inverlochâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trees By Brad Lester INVERLOCHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S prized bush could be at risk and Bass Coast Shire Council would not even know.

â&#x20AC;˘ South Gippsland Conservation Society president Dave Sutton.

Nor would council have the power to act. Council has no information about the amount of vegetation removed by homeowners in Inverloch since a State Government ruling allowed homeowners to clear vegetation within 10m of homes constructed before September 2008 and on fencelines, to reduce bushfire risk. Homeowners clearing vegetation under that law do not have to obtain permission from council. That amount of clearing possibly oc-

curring worries council, given Inverloch continues to attract new residents and many new homes are being built. Jodi Kennedy, councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manager of strategic planning and development, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council is concerned about the impact the exemption provision is having on our environment and continues to advocate to the State Government for a review of the current controls, in order to strike a balance between the need to protect life and the need to also protect our environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In relation to the amount of vegetation being removed, as a result of the 10/30 rule (defendable space), landowners donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to report these activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Therefore we are unable to quantify the amount of vegetation removal that has occurred under these State Government controls, which allow vegetation

removal in the prescribed defendable space without the need for a planning permit.â&#x20AC;? South Gippsland Conservation Society president Dave Sutton said the group had been concerned about the 10/30 rule for many years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We support it being removed because we are losing a lot of vegetation and the trend is to build bigger and bigger houses,â&#x20AC;? he said. Mr Sutton said larger blocks in Fern Street, Ebor Avenue and Overlook Drive were being subdivided, resulting in the loss of many trees. Such is the loss of vegetation in Inverloch over the years, the conservation society has abandoned its koala monitoring group due to inadequate koala numbers in town. Continued on page 4.

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Forestry furore Mirboo North launches anti-logging campaign By Jessica Anstice THE Mirboo North community has stepped up its bid to stop logging of forest by launching the Preserve Our Forests campaign.

Three working groups have been formed to address specific areas of concern about VicForests’ proposal to log land north of the town, near Lyrebird Forest Walk. A Campaign Strategy Planning working group will work with key stakeholders to identify relevant legislation, potential allies, and government reports. This group is also responsible for the formulation of a media campaign. An Environment and Species working group has been formed to identify endangered and vulnerable species of flora and fauna in the coupes. An Economy, Tourism, Employment and Community Amenity working group will focus on the effects on the local economy, jobs, tourism and associated industries/businesses. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said he had been liaising with VicForests on behalf of the Mirboo North community and had asked VicForests to consider the community’s concerns.

“I understand it is currently doing that and has arranged a date to meet the liaison group formed out of the public meeting some weeks ago. I also raised the matter in State Parliament recently,” he said. “I am a supporter of a sustainable timber industry. It creates jobs in Gippsland and I understand these logs, if harvested, will go to local mills including one at Yarram in my electorate. “However I’m optimistic that VicForests will revise its plans in response to local concerns in Mirboo North.” With much work to be done, the committee invites people with an interest, knowledge or expertise to join the Preserve Our Forests Campaign. There are 17 members in the group so far. “We’re very pleased to have assembled an excellent team of highly skilled people and we can also draw on an extensive network of experts from across Victoria,” co-chair Viki Sinclair said. “On this basis, working groups were formed to address specific areas of concern.” Vic Forests has committed to the extension of the deadline for submissions and people can still lodge their objections and comments to the Mirboo North logging coupes to email vfs.admin@vicforests.com.au. For more information on the Preserve Our Forests Campaign, call Marg Thomas on 0408 319 397 or Viki Sinclair on 0408 317 525.

Taking action: from left, Mirboo North Strategy Planning working group members Eric Walters from Grandridge Brewery, John Nichols, Marg Thomas, Phil Piper, Gayle Margaret, Ron Brown and Lisa Vincent discuss tactics for saving forest from logging at their first meeting recently. Traffic delay: Kerri-Ann Stone of Leongatha was less than impressed to be caught up in traffic along Bair Street, Leongatha at 12.30pm yesterday (Monday), as vehicles were held up while waiting for traffic lights to change from red to green at the new intersection of Koonwarra Road, and Long, Bair and Ogilvy streets. Ms Stone said traffic was banked up past the BP service station in Bair St. Please email your experiences of this intersection, and the route, to news@thestar.com.au

Peace returns to Walkerville talks CONTROVERSY that plagued earlier development of the Walkerville foreshore was absent from a consultation session about future works, on Saturday.

Forty people met at the Walkerville Hall to help shape a master plan for the foreshore from the hall to the camping ground entrance. Boaters have previously expressed concern about ease of parking near the boat ramp, while others, including South Gippsland Shire Cr Andrew McEwen, have raised their concerns about transparency about what money was being spent. However foreshore committee chairperson Bill Bray said Saturday’s session was productive and harmonious. “There were some people who had concerns about consultation in the past but this was a good process on Saturday,” he said, noting the presence of councillors Lorraine Brunt, Meg Edwards, Alyson Skinner and deputy mayor Cr Maxine Kiel. Tract Consultants of Melbourne noted the community’s views, and will incorporate these in a draft master plan to guide further foreshore workings and

funding applications. The master plan will address parking, erosion of a primary dune, entry to the camping ground and possibly paths along the road verge. The master plan should be complete by the end of this year. Carparking and toilets may be addressed at Waratah Street, and the boat ramp area enhanced. These projects are separate to those works for which the foreshore committee recently asked South Gippsland Shire Council for an extra $61,850. These works would include a road, turning circles, parking areas and retaining walls. Angle parking will allow 31 boat and trailer parking spaces, as well as parking for visitors. Council voted to defer a decision on that request and seek further information. An online survey will be made available for those who were unable to attend on Saturday or wish to contribute more. All feedback, either by email or survey, must be submitted by October 29. For further information on the master plan please visit www.walkervilleforeshore.com.au or email walkervilleforeshoremp@gmail.com.

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Lennie’s statue to be revealed By Jessica Anstice LEONGATHA is counting down the days until the Lennie Gwyther statue unveiling.

The Lennie Gwyther statue committee has been working hard in the lead up to the big day to be held this Saturday, October 14. The committee is excited to announce the official statue opening/unveiling will be held at Centenary Park in Anderson Street Leongatha at 2pm. Lennie Gwyther rode his pony, Ginger Mick, from Leongatha to Sydney in 1932 to witness the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Lennie was just nine years old at the time and travelled more than 1000 kilometres through bushland, over mountains and past the coast. To commemorate Lennie and Ginger Mick and to celebrate their journey, the Leongatha community is erecting a statue of them in the heart of Leongatha. Former South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Bob Newton came up with the idea around three years ago and is delighted with the result. “It’s been fantastic. We’ve really got it and it’s great,” he said. “The local people have been very supportive. I believe there will be around 500 people at the unveiling. “I’m just happy it’s happened and it’s going ahead. “I’d like to thank the committee for its support

right through this.” Author of the novel Lennie’s Ride, Mary Small, and author of the novel Lennie the Legend, Stephanie Owen Reeder, will both attend on the day for special book signings. McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Ray Argento and councillors, Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry members, Leongatha Rotary Club members, the Lennie Gwyther committee, and Lennie’s relatives will be there to celebrate the official unveiling. “We’ve had fantastic support from members of the community and local businesses,” member of the Lennie Gwyther committee Peter Watchorn said. “We’re expecting a great day with big crowds and the whole town should get behind it.” The committee needed around $50,000 to make the statue and plaque, and was granted $10,000 by South Gippsland Shire Council and Mr Broadbent gave $11,000. Community members and local businesses donated the rest. Poet Billy O’Neill will read a poem he wrote about Lennie Gwyther at the opening. Mr Watchorn said Village Roadshow has shown interest in the Lennie Gwyther books and a movie may be made of the adventure.

All happening: member of the Lennie Gwyther statue committee Peter Watchorn is looking forward to the official unveiling of the Lennie Gwyther statue in Leongatha on Saturday, October 14. He is pictured holding the novels Lennie’s Ride by Mary Small and Lennie the Legend by Stephanie Owen Reeder.

Call to save Inverloch’s trees Continued from page 1. A spokesperson for the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning said, “The Victorian Government is aware of concerns about native vegetation being cleared under these provisions in areas that are not in an area of bushfire risk. “A review of the provisions is currently being considered to ensure vegetation is only cleared in areas at risk of bushfire.” In 2016-17, council issued eight permits for native vegetation removal in Inverloch, down from 25 permits in 2011-12. Council said this reduction was largely due to the implementation of exemptions into the Planning Scheme in 2015 under the 10/30 rule. Asked if any of the vegetation being removed was being offset by other plantings, Ms Kennedy said, “If a planning permit is required for the removal of vegetation, conditions are placed on the permit requiring a landscape plan to be provided that specifies the amount of planting and type of species that need to be included. “In addition, council’s compliance and enforcement officer undertakes an audit of vegetation permits every 12 months.” The Star asked a council spokesperson for

Growing town: an aerial view of Inverloch showing the mix of housing and vegetation. Photo by Black and White Real Estate Marketing (BWRM). statistics about planning permits issued for new houses and house extensions in Inverloch, particularly those requiring vegetation removal.

The spokesperson said council’s current system does not provide the ability to extract that information.

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Homeless crisis Housing shortage hurts South Gippsland By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippslanders on low incomes are being left homeless due to a lack of affordable housing in the region. Family violence and other unsafe living conditions contribute to more than 30 percent of homeless cases in wider Gippsland. Twenty-five percent of people assisted by UnitingCare were aged between 15 and 24, and 840 people who accessed the service did not have an income. More than 5400 people presented to Gippsland’s homelessness services in 2015-16 alone. There are no crisis accommodation options such as refuges in South Gippsland or Bass Coast, leaving people with no choice but to sleep on friends’ couches or in cars. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said homelessness in the region was a concern. “In rural areas like South Gippsland, homelessness is often hidden – people are couch surfing, staying in temporary accommodation or even sleeping in their cars,” he said. “The government needs to work hard to reach those people and ensure they have access to services including mental health, family violence and drug and alcohol rehab, as these are often the underlying cause of homelessness.” The lack of affordable housing for people on low incomes was a growing concern, Suhail Awn, team leader, Housing Support Services Gippsland, SalvoCare Eastern, Leongatha, said. He said homelessness in South Gippsland and Bass Coast was more prevalent than most people believed it was. “There needs to be more houses built. The current rental market does not cater to people on low incomes and the public housing stocks are dwindling,” he said. Mr Awn said people end up homeless in South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires for many reasons. “People experience homelessness due to a

Car vandalised THE front bumper of a car was spray painted in Leongatha between October 4 and 5. The incident occurred in Hughes Street. Anyone with information is urged to contact Leongatha Police Station on 5662 2285.

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change in relationship status, experiencing family violence, loss of employment, a lack of affordable housing, and many such unforseeable circumstances,” he said. “Homelessness can affect anybody at any point in time and there is no particular demographic that experiences homelessness in particular.” SalvoCare helps people facing homelessness by organising crisis accommodation at caravan parks, motels and any other crisis accommodation option available. “We also provide case management support for people who require support and advocacy for people to obtain rental properties and complete applications for public housing,” Mr Awn said. Korumburra’s Milpara Community House assists homeless people in the Korumburra area, with many couch surfing or living in their vehicle. “We have a number of people in these types of circumstances,” house manager Jenni Keerie sid. “It is only with return visits to the house, access to the foodbank and conversation with staff and/or volunteers that their situation becomes apparent.” Mr O’Brien said his focus was on trying to create the right local economic environment so there were jobs for local residents and they could afford their own housing. “Unfortunately there will always be people who fall through the cracks and we have a generous safety net for most, but there are concerns about public housing waiting lists,” he said. “We actually reduced the size of the list when in government and will take policies to the next election to continue reducing that list.” South Gippsland Shire Council does not provide accommodation for homelessness. However in the case of an emergency or single incident, such as a house fire, when requested, council assists displaced residents by putting them in contact with agencies that can provide immediate emergency accommodation. Council does have a role in providing temporary immediate accommodation in the event of an emergency.

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Trailer stolen A TRAILER was stolen from a home property in Tarwin Lower. The heavy duty trailer was taken from a property in Walkerville Road between September 23 and 29. If you have any information, please contact Wonthaggi Police Station on 5671 4100.

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Auction entices: the Jelbart family held a full herd dispersal auction at Leongatha VLE last Friday. Around 350 head of the cattle from the Jelbarts’ Caldermeade dairy farm were inspected by potential buyers on the day. Pictured are livestock carriers, from left, Korumburra’s Helena and Mackenzie Wilson and Bena’s Tori Read. Full story on page 37.

Broiler farm appeal not ruled out THE proponent of a proposal for a 400,000 bird broiler farm at Wooreen rejected by South Gippsland Shire Council recently may yet appeal council’s decision.

The Star has been told the proponent, Chicken Farms Australia Pty Ltd, is still contemplating whether to appeal the decision at

the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT). The applicant has 60 days to lodge any appeal to VCAT. Council rejected the application, six votes to three, citing concerns about impact on local amenity and the site being unsuitable. Council received 159 objections from the community.

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Readers flock to Coal Creek LOVERS of literature were enchanted by Coal Creek’s 10th annual Literary Festival on Sunday in Korumburra.

Creative team: from left, organisers Rowena Ashley, Lizzy Alger, David Tattersall and Gavin van Eede collaborated well to pull together a fantastic 10th Coal Creek Literary Festival on Sunday in Korumburra.

With a line up of exciting and diverse authors, who made presentations throughout the day, festival goers came away feeling inspired. The festival has gained a strong following over the last 10 years as a direct result of the organisers’ commitment. The late Bert van Bedaf, a Star journalist, originally developed the concept of the festival due to his own keen interest in creativity and literature. Rowena Ashley, Gavin van Eede, David Tattersall and Lizzy Alger have kept the festival flowing, and it continues to fascinate those who attend. Mr Tattersall said planning next year’s festival was already underway. “We are starting to have more and more authors come to us and express their interest in being in the festival,” he said. “We already have a list of about 15 writers wanting to be involved next year. It’s a great situation to be in.” As well as the author presentations, the festival included a short story and poetry competition. The open poetry prize was won by John Egan for his poem The Suburb. Highly commended awards went to Agi Dobson’s poem My Garden and John Egan’s poem Faces in the Sea. The Bert van Bedaf short story prize was awarded to Carmel Lillis for her story Spare a Time for Me. Highly commended awards went to Bronwyn Clifton’s All that Glitters, Carmel Lillis’ Urban Ghost and Jamie Elliott’s Stick Point.

Winner: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Andrew McEwen presents Yarraville’s CarWriting expertise: Wonthaggi’s Beth Montgomery and Robyn Butler showcase Beth’s col- mel Lillis with the Bert van Bedaf Short Stolection of books at the Coal Creek Literary Festival on Sunday. ry Prize for her story Spare a Time for Me.

Highly commended: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Andrew McEwen congratulated Foster’s Bronwyn Clifton after her story All that Glitters was recognised at the Coal Creek Literary Festival on Sunday.

Presenters: Foster authors Kathlyn Gibson and Liz Rushen kicked off the Coal Creek Literary Festival on Sunday with an interesting presentation about their collaboration book Anastasia.

Koonwarra market entices SATURDAY’S glorious morning coaxed crowds to the Koonwarra Farmers’ Market. With fresh produce, stunning plants, homemade goods, live entertainment and sunshine, there was

a lot to love about this month’s market. The Koonwarra Farmers’ Market is renowned for showcasing the best products South Gippsland has to offer, and this month’s market was no exception. Be sure to catch the next market on November 4.

Left, Out for a stroll: from left, Leongatha’s Charlotte and Bethany Milkins took their dogs Mary and Pippin for a walk through the Koonwarra Farmers’ market on Saturday.

Delicious: Mardan’s Betsy and Lucas Evans Fresh produce: Eddie Murphy of Eddie’s had a variety of breads on offer at their Oak Apples set up shop at the Koonwarra Farmand Swan Sourdough stall at the Koonwarra ers’ Market on Saturday. Farmers’ Market on Saturday. Left, Day out: from left, Tarwin Lower’s Lachlan McRae and Leongatha’s William and Edward Isted enjoyed exploring the Koonwarra Farmers’ Market on Saturday, including having a look at the plants.

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Beating around the bush By Brad Lester THE State Government should have secured land in the Strzelecki Ranges for a new conservation reserve much earlier than planned, according to environmental group, Friends of Gunyah Reserves. The government last week announced the first parcel of land for a new conservation reserve in the ranges has been returned to the public more than 10 years ahead of schedule. But the friends group’s Julie Constable said the land, known as the Cores and Links areas, were recommended for reservation by the Strzelecki Working Group back in 2001 - as an urgent priority. “It was a tragedy the government allowed a delay of 27 years and further logging of these high biodiversity areas,” she said. In December 2016, a public meeting in Mirboo North unanimously passed this motion: “This meeting proposes permanent protection of the Strzelecki Ranges Forest (formerly

referred to as ‘cores and links’, final name to be decided). Sections should be progressively gazetted as national park as soon as possible, with the process finalised by 2028.” “The friends group has been asking the government to upgrade the Section 50 Gunyah Reserve to national park status and add more areas to this national park. The Friends of Tarra Bulga would welcome further additions to that park,” Ms Constable said. “I hope the government will heed the community’s vision of a large national park in the Strzelecki State Forest. At least 15 percent of the bioregion should be in reserves to meet government standards. At present there is less than two percent.” Victorian Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio last week announced the return of around 1200 hectares of land formerly leased by HVP Plantations for logging in the Cores and Links area north of Toora. “We will continue to work with the community around the future of this new conservation reserve,” she said. Friends of the Gippsland Bush’s Susie Zent said the first areas to be returned were College Creek, Mount Mabel in the Agnes River catchment and

areas in the Franklin River catchment. “We are waiting for the next stage in the permanent protection of these areas and eventually the entire 8000 hectares which links Merrimans Creek, Tarra Bulga National Park, to Gunyah Gunyah Rainforest Reserve and Mount Fatigue,” she said. According to Friends of the Gippsland Bush and Friends of the Earth, the Strzeleckis have had the least amount of land set aside in parks and reserves in any forested region of Victoria, with two percent of original vegetation protected, whereas the minimum requirement for public land is 15 percent. Ms D’Ambrosio said the handback was a key early step towards securing a new 8000 hectare conservation reserve that will result from a 2008 agreement between the then Brumby Labor Government and HVP Plantations. The State Government will continue to work closely with HVP Plantations to secure additional areas to gradually return to public management prior to the end of the lease in 2028. The Victorian Environment Assessment Council will also be requested to undertake an investigation prior to 2028 to provide recommendations on the permanent protection for the land.

Flying high: former Newhaven College student and Phillip Island local, Nikki Van Dijk, won the Cascais Women’s Pro 17 surfing event in Cascais, Portugal, last week. Full story on page 41. Photo: WSL/Laurent Masurel.

Council cracks down on fire risk SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is urging residents to ensure their properties are fire ready following recent prosecutions for last year’s fire prevention notices. Fifteen cases were heard at the Korumburra Magistrates Court recently against land owners who had not paid in-

fringement notices for failing to comply with fire prevention notices issued during the last fire season. Most landowners received fines between $1600 and $2000, while two people with a history of similar offending were fined $5000 each. Local Laws inspected approximately 1800 properties last season and issued

1200 fire prevention notices directing land owners to reduce the risk of bushfire by slashing grass and removing combustibles from their property. Any person who received an infringement notice and did not act accordingly had the matter referred to the court. Council’s manager regulatory services Matthew Patterson wanted to remind

residents of the importance of being prepared for the fire season ahead. “The fines administered by the court on this occasion indicate how seriously the courts view such matters,” he said. “People have responsibilities to themselves and their communities to ensure their properties are maintained to minimise the threat of fire.

“Fire can have serious consequences, taking both assets and lives in some cases. It is in all our interests to ensure we do everything we can to prevent such an occurrence happening.” For advice regarding preparation for the upcoming fire season please contact council’s Local Laws team on 5662 9200 or visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au

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Exhibition entices By Tayla Kershaw MAYFIELD Gallery proved once again to be a popular destination during its latest exhibition, which opened last weekend.

Stunning artwork: artists John and Di Koenders showcased â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eternal beautyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in the opening weekend of their latest exhibition.

Renowned Arawata artists John and Di Koenders welcomed an influx of visitors on Saturday and Sunday, who perused their work and bought their favourite pieces. The exhibition comes in the wake of exciting times for the Koenders. The couple was invited to the National Gallery of Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibition commemorating the work of Vincent van Gogh. The invitation was extended by the galleryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s international curator Dr Ted Gott. Since discovering Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s familial history with the world famous artist, the Koenders have endeavoured to share his history. To do so, they put together a documentary called Vincent â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Untold Story of our Uncle. The documentary has been shown overseas, and Dr Gott expressed interest in having it in the gallery, along with Diâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book,

which is currently in the editing phase. Following this excitement, the Koenders were happy to be back in the gallery to meet and greet local buyers and art lovers during the exhibition. The Koenders usually hold three exhibitions a year, and this exhibition followed the theme of â&#x20AC;&#x153;artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eternal beautyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Di said their unframed paintings had been extremely popular in recent times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The unframed paintings have been well received because they suit the modern home,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve received requests and commission for many paintings in this style, but our art still remains traditional. It has been wonderful.â&#x20AC;? Di said spring was a wonderful time of year to come along to see the gallery, and expressed her appreciation to the flow of customers. This exhibition will continue until October 29, so be sure to visit and admire some magnificent artworks. Several limited editions of the Koendersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; documentary are also available.

Farmers to share in gas royalties LANDOWNERS will share in royalties if conventional gas is sourced from their land, if the Coalition wins next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Victorian election.

The existing ban on fracking will remain. Opposition leader Matthew Guy and Victorian Nationals leader Peter Walsh announced the policy yesterday (Monday).

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This policy will help put the brakes on soaring gas prices that are currently hurting Victorian households and businesses,â&#x20AC;? Mr Guy said. A Liberal Nationals Government will legislate to allow onshore conventional gas exploration and production in Victoria on a case-by-case basis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our policy will create a new royalty sharing scheme that will allow local landowners to benefit from gas produced from beneath their land. Landowners will receive a 10 percent share of the royalty paid to government of the net post-wellhead sales value of recovered gas,â&#x20AC;? Mr Guy said. The rights of landowners will be protected with a right of veto over conventional gas exploration and

production on their land. Marg Thomas of Coal and CSG Free Mirboo North preferred to wait for the outcome of the State Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scientific study on the impacts of conventional onshore gas, due in 2020. She said the promises of royalties and the right of veto could divide communities, and what happens on one farm would affect neighbours who may not have agreed to gas mining. Ms Thomas said industrialisation of the landscape would affect tourism. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Regional communities have stated any onshore gas would not be acceptable in their regions,â&#x20AC;? she said.

McIndoe Park trees to be lopped THREE trees will be removed from Leongathaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s McIndoe Park after a tree fell on a nearby house on September 30.

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An 87 year old woman escaped unharmed after the massive gum destroyed part of her house and is now seeking temporary accommodation while her home in Mary Rogers Crescent is repaired. Homes in the crescent neighbour the park. South Gippsland Shire Council stated on Friday its parks and gardens team was arranging the removal of three other trees, deemed a safety risk. Staff would also assess the condition of remaining trees to ensure further trees were not

Korumburra: 14 - 15 October (12.00pm - 4.00pm) Venus Bay: 21 - 22 October (9.30am - 3.30pm) Council offers free garden mulch at all of its waste transfer stations year round (while stock lasts). If you can not attend the above mentioned stations during the designated times, or are collecting from a station other than those listed, then you are required to load it yourself. For more information on transfer stations and operating hours go to www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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2016/17 ANNUAL REPORT Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2016/17 Annual Report is currently on public exhibition for two weeks. Council is committed to transparent reporting and accountability to the community and the 2016/17 Annual Report is the primary means of advising the South Gippsland Shire community and our operations and performance during * 3 & = * >

+ included in the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 25 October 2017 at 2.00pm, incorporating the public display period before being presented to Council for adoption in full. The Annual Report is available on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website and at a number of Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distribution points. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS *Expressions of interest to present are made by accessing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website Public Presentation page, contact 5662 9222 for details. Wednesday 18 October 2017 - Council Chambers, Leongatha 2.00pm*; 7.00pm* (by COB 13/10) 1.15pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Walkerville North Foreshore Reserve Development Project (30mins)

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS (Council Agenda Topics only) *Expressions of interest to present are made by accessing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website Public Presentation page, contact 5662 9222 for details. Wednesday 25 October 2017 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00am (by COB 20/10)

ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING *Register your questions (by COB 20/10) by accessing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website Public Presentation page, contact 5662 9222 for details. Wednesday 25 October 2017 - Council Chambers, Leongatha - 2.00pm Please note that Council Live Streams and records its Ordinary Council Meetings, refer to the Policy on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website for more details. WORKS THIS WEEK Sealed roads maintenance: Whole Shire Tree requests: Whole Shire Footpath maintenance requests: Whole Shire Zone maintenance: Leongatha South, Nerrena, Toora Roadside slashing: Mardan, Koonwarra, Nerrena, Buffalo Streetscape works: Main Street, Foster Road and drainage upgrades: Anderson Street, Leongatha Drainage installation: Korumburra Show Grounds Road grading: Nyora, Poowong, Ranceby, Dollar, Walkerville, Tarwin Road drainage and carpark construction: Tompkins Road, Meeniyan Vegetation removal: Farmers Road, Dumbalk School crossing construction: Foster Road, Fish Creek Sealed road maintenance: Mirboo Road, Mirboo Road stabilising: Nyora area

DRAFT PATHS AND TRAILS STRATEGY The Draft Paths and Trails Strategy 2017-22 is now available for review and comment. The Strategy can

and at all South Gippsland libraries. Feedback must be in writing and received no later than 5.00pm Monday 6 November 2017. Submissions can be: Emailed to: council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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at risk of falling. A council spokesperson said council spoke with the elderly lady and would continue to help her during the insurance process. Mayor Cr Ray Argento said a combination of factors contributed to the tree falling: heavy rain saturated the soil around the tree, the tree was located on the edge of embankment and strong wind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council wants to ensure the safety of all our residents and when an area of concern is highlighted, we will certainly go out and investigate,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Tools found HAND tools were handed into Wonthaggi Police recently. If you have misplaced any tools, please contact police at Wonthaggi for further information on 5671 4100.

Thieves hit Inverloch POLICE are investigating thefts around Inverloch overnight between Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1.

A trailer worth around $3500 was stolen from a home in Lohr Avenue. Other property targeted included bicycles and fishing rods. If you have any information that may assist police, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or your local police station.

Tenders close 2pm AEDST on Wednesday 8 November 2017.Documentation is available from Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s e-Tendering Portal: www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/tenders Save the Date: RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING AWARENESS WEEK INFORMATION SESSION AND LUNCH Find out about the latest research on gambling harm, help us identify next steps for harm reduction in our local community, enjoy a delicious lunch and networking with like-minded people. Friday 27 October, 10am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2pm Meeting Room 1, Memorial Hall Leongatha To register your interest for more information or to + # # ' ! 3 %449 ;<

Gone missing: this trailer was stolen from an address in Inverloch recently. If you have information, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or your local police station.

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Aiming big: Hoddle Mountain Trail Management Group secretary Tony Walker (left) and president Richard Dargaville enjoy a section of the trail on Fish Creek Quarry Road, Fish Creek.

Grand journey Fish Creek walk one of a kind By Brad Lester FISH Creek is likely to be home to one of Victoria’s most iconic walking trails.

A community group continues to advocate for South Gippsland Shire Council to support the completion of the Hoddle Mountain Trail spanning 17km of road, existing trail and the Great Southern Rail Trail, starting and finishing in town. The volunteer group is asking council to upgrade three kilometres of Fish Creek Quarry Road as part of the trail and for council to recognise the trail as a community asset. Hoddle Mountain Trail Management Group president Richard Dargaville is optimistic the trail will be formerly recognised, even though walkers have long been using the existing sections of the trail. “We do not think there are significant issues at all and they are not insurmountable,” he said. “It’s a walking track so the standards required are very different to the rail trail. The track in its present condition is perfectly walkable and the standard of the track is no different to well recognised trails in other parts of the world.” Mr Dargaville is asking council to repair a washaway near a culvert by laying gravel and rock, and in the future, consider improving a steel bridge. “There has been voluntary work done in the past. In the last 10 years there has been no expenditure and it is still perfectly usable,” he said. Most of the trail is on public land, including land owned by South Gippsland Water, which has supported the trail. Group secretary Tony Walker said, “There is no need for people to get in the car and drive to the Prom. The trail starts and finishes in Fish Creek if you do the full 17km,” adding the trail can be walked in shorter sections too, with access from Beards Road and Mount Nicoll Road.

South Gippsland Shire Council has included the trail in its Paths and Trails Strategy 2017, to be released for public comment this week. Following this consultation period, the draft strategy will be presented to council for adoption. Funding for projects will be considered on a project by project basis as part of the budget process. Mayor Cr Ray Argento said some of the trail traversed a council owned quarry and council was concerned about the risk posed by walkers being in an industrial site. “If council decides the quarry is surplus to its requirements in the future, where does that leave the trail?” he said. Mr Dargaville said, “We are trying to follow all the guidelines that council has given us in terms of how we go about promoting and getting official blessing for the trail,” he said, noting some instances of accidental trespass had included in the past. The trail will be a tourism drawcard for South Gippsland and particularly Fish Creek. Walkers join the trail by taking the Great Southern Rail Trail east from Fish Creek and then taking Fish Creek Quarry Road. The trail later joins the Loader Track and Mount Nicoll lookout walk before rejoining the rail trail and returning to Fish Creek, and offers views of Wilsons Promontory, Corner Inlet, Shallow Inlet and Tarwin Valley. “Very quickly you get into rural country and attractive bush, and you get views within an hour’s walking,” Mr Dargaville said. The trail proposal is far from new and was first backed by council in 2003. “There was some work done to improve the trial but it had been used by locals for decades,” Mr Walker said. “The Hoddle Mountain Trail Management Group is certainly willing and able to undertake the work but we need some formal recognition from council for us to be able to undertake that.”

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“Anyone interested in joining CFA, whether as A SCLERODERMA support group has been estab- CANCER Council Victoria is encouraging women lished for Gippsland. across the state to host or attend a Girls’ Night In a firefighter or in a support role, are also welcome to The support group is open to people with the dis- event this October to raise funds for breast and gy- come along for a look and a chat.” Ruby Fire Station is on Dykes Road in Ruby, just ease scleroderma, their carers and their families. naecological cancers. The council’s Bernadette Kennedy said the off South Gippsland Highway. fundraiser is a fun way to get women together to socialise while raising funds and awareness for women’s cancer prevention, research and support services. Breast cancer is the most common new cancer for Victorian women with almost 4300 new diagnoses each year. “This year we hope to raise $1.2 million in Victoria through Girls’ Night In,” Ms Kennedy said. “You can make your event as big or as small as you like; a casual dinner party, a dress up movie night, a pampering session. “The possibilities are endless and any event you host will help support women affected by breast or gynaecological cancer.” Register to host a Girls’ Night In this October and donate the money you would spend on going out to BENDIGO Bank Inverloch has organised a Cancer Council’s vital work in research, prevention and Charity Golf Day on Friday, October 13 at the support for women’s cancers. For more information, visit www.girlsnightin.com. Leongatha South Golf Club to raise funds for au or call 1300 65 65 85. scleroderma. Milestone birthday: Beryl Roberts of LeonAll proceeds go towards the self funded gatha turned 100 yesterday (Monday). SCHOLARSHIPS are available for Victorian Scleroderma Victoria organisation. Edney’s Leongatha has donated a car for the students to pursue vocational ambitions. hole in one champion. The Macpherson Smith Rural Foundation You can enter a team of four for $200. and a (MSRF) is inviting Victorian students aged between barbecue lunch will be provided at 11am, with a 16 to 24, to apply for the first state-wide round of shotgun start at 12pm, followed by a silent auction. Rural Chances scholarships. Make a donation now at Bendigo Bank Inverloch There is more than $70,000 available in or register your team. Help to create awareness. scholarships for young rural Victorians facing financial or social challenges wishing to pursue CONGRATULATIONS to Beryl Roberts of Leongatha who celebrated her 100th THIS year is the 500th anniversary of events that TAFE study or undertake an apprenticeship. The program aims to help fill skill shortages in birthday yesterday (Monday). changed the world in significant ways. A monk named Martin Luther called for debate rural and regional Victoria by enabling students to Beryl’s get together with family is stretching by nailing 95 ideas to a church door in Wittenberg, complete their education and training to return to out for a fortnight with family travelling from their local community with their new qualification. Queensland, South Australia and Victoria. Germany. There are two types of scholarships available. The churches of Korumburra are remembering Beryl is a mother to her daughters, a nana, The first is valued at $5000 to assist young people great nan and great great nan. She is fortunate to these events by showing the movie Luther. moving away from home or with travel expenses to It will be screened in the Anglican Parish Hall on still be able to live in her own home, and has forcomplete their qualification. Friday, October 20 at 7.30pm. merly lived at Fish Creek and Koonwarra. The second scholarship available is valued up to Everyone is welcome and entry is free thanks to the In September, Beryl and her two grand daugh$2000. Applications close on December 20 this year. Lutheran Church of Australia. For more details or to apply you can visit msrf. ters travelled to Government House for a mornThere will be supper after the show. ing reception for the 2017 centenarians. org.au/ruralchances. It is being established to help you to be informed, educated and supported. The group will have guest speakers, information sessions and an open forum for those with queries. The group is part of the Scleroderma Victoria Network and is run with its assistance. The group will meet on Saturday, November 18 at 10.30am at the Leongatha RSL. Tea and coffee will be supplied and lunch will be available for purchase after the meeting. When confronting a major illness, or major life change, knowing that you are not alone is important. For further information regarding the above contact Corrie Hemming on 0400 331 829 or email corriehemming@bigpond.com or enq@sclerodermavictoria. com.au.

Emotional rollercoaster: Aaron Halstead as Dr Rulon Stacey announces to the world that Matthew Shepard has died in the Hartwell Players’ latest production, The Laramie Project, to be performed at Mirboo North.

Play to touch Beryl’s 100 audiences fine years

SENIORS, don’t forgot to enjoy the variety of activities to be held during the Seniors Festival in AS part of the 2017 CFA Open Day program, Ruby Fire Brigade will be throwing open its doors to the South Gippsland this week. People planning to attend the Stadium 4 Cinema public on Sunday, October 15 between 12pm and event in Leongatha tomorrow (Wednesday, October 3pm. 11) should note the event does not start at 10am, as advised in The Star recently. It actually starts at 2pm and continues until 4pm, with afternoon tea provided. The event is the screening of the film, The Help. Tickets for $7 each can be purchased at the cinema. Also in Leongatha tomorrow is a historic town walk from10am to noon, with morning tea provided. Meet at Leongatha Memorial Hall at 10am.

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Come down and meet the volunteer firefighters who protect the area. There will be fire fighting demonstrations, children’s activities, community safety information and more. Ruby Fire Brigade captain Michael Guest said, “It’s a fantastic opportunity for our local community to meet the men and women who work hard to keep them safe from fire and help out in times of emergency.

THE Hartwell Players’ latest production, The Laramie Project, centres on one of the most notorious hate crimes in the United States: the 1998 gay bashing of University Wyoming student Mathew Shepard.

Based on hundreds of interviews, news reports and court transcripts taken from the people of Laramie, Wyoming after the death of Matthew Shepard, The Laramie Project brings to life a myriad of themes that are staggeringly relevant today. Shepard, 21, was severely beaten, tortured, tied to a fence and left to die because he was gay. Created by Moisés Kaufman and the Tectonic Theater Project in 2000, the play has been performed all over the world to help fight homophobia. Director Kellie Tweeddale knew she wanted to bring the story of Matthew Shepard to a new audience and The Hartwell Players, Melbourne’s oldest performing community theatre, accepted her submission without question. “The play is both an uplifting illustration of the human mind and spirit, and a tragic outline of the ways in which ignorance can often blind us,” Ms Tweeddale said. “It’s a deeply moving theatrical experience - a collage that explores the depths to which humanity can sink and the heights of compassion of which we are capable.” Featuring 11 Melbourne actors tackling more than 60 roles, The Laramie Project depicts the voices, opinions and reactions in the aftermath of Shepard’s murder when crowds of journalists descended upon the town. “The play moves quickly and touches on so many themes that are relevant to every person today: tolerance, acceptance, community, hate, prejudice, reliCreative minds: Penny Carruthers from gion and violence,” Ms Tweeddale said. Meeniyan and Leongatha Library staff mem“And in the end, we do find there is hope and we ber Beth Montgomery made shoes from do find there is love. This is an important story that newspapers at the Leongatha Library on Fri- needs to be told.” The Laramie Project will be performed at Grand day afternoon. This was one of many school Ridge Brewery, 1 Baromi Road, Mirboo North, Ocholiday programs held at the Leongatha Li- tober 14 at 8pm. Book online at www.trybooking. brary in the last couple of weeks. com/SEFC

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Counting down Craig to start 2000km trek this Saturday By Brad Lester HIS life has already been upended in the past 12 months, but Craig Tanner is about to embark on yet another challenge of monumental proportions.

The Toora man will this Saturday, October 14, start his 2000km walk from Tugun in Queensland to his home town to raise money and awareness for pediatric brain cancer research and Ronald McDonald House Parkville in Melbourne. Both causes are dear to him. His 11 year old son Aaron has only been home for three weeks after spending the better part of the past year in hospitals for treatment for Medulloblastoma, a brain cancer he was diagnosed with in September 2016. Craig, wife Hannah and other children Seth, Isaac and Eli, have faced the risk of losing Aaron four times as he underwent neurosurgery, radiation and chemotherapy. Aaron has now been declared free of the disease but faces a lifetime of wondering if the cancer will return. The Tanner family temporarily uprooted from their Toora home to live at Ronald McDonald House Parkville while Aaron received treatment at the Royal Children’s Hospital. Now they’re repaying the favour and aiming to give brain cancer sufferers a better chance of life by aiming to raise a total of $250,000 for the two causes.

“It’s not just because of what Aaron went through, but a lot of kids did not come through it,” Craig said. “It’s about the kids and it’s about the families who go to Ronald McDonald House. We went from a four bedroom home to having the whole family in one room.” During the Tanners’ stay, a five year old boy died after radiation failed to stop his cancer spreading. He was given two to three months to live. He got just two weeks. “It’s just devastating to watch that happen,” Hannah said. Ronald McDonald Houses not only provide accommodation for families of cancer patients. The Tanners also met families of children with Meningococcal disease, facing heart transplants and undergoing major bone surgery. They are hoping the funds they raise will go towards more isolation rooms on ground floors at the house or at least a lift to reach the isolation room on the upper level at Parkville. “We nearly lost our boy four times. They said we’ve got a 50:50 chance. They have seen children come in and they have seen them die,” Craig said of the hospital staff. “My walk is going to be a way of finding who I am again and processing, because I have not had time to process.” In training for his epic walk, Craig has given up alcohol and improved his diet, losing 20kg along the way. He has reduced his daily puff of cigarettes and plans to give up smoking while on the walk.

“I am just an average Joe Blow who has come off the street with no training and no idea of what the heck I’m getting myself into and I’m just going to walk,” he said. Along the way, Craig will be completing dares posed by family and friends, attending fundraisers and talking at schools. He will also visit Lions clubs throughout New South Wales and collect banners to pass on to the Toora Lions Club. Aaron’s proud of his father. “Some people might think dad could not do it but it’s not true because you never know what he can do,” Aaron said. Hannah added, “We’re all super proud of him.” Craig will walk via the east coast of New South Wales, across East Gippsland and head into Melbourne,

before returning to South Gippsland. He is due to arrive in Toora on December 16, after walking the final 10km from Foster. • To follow Craig’s walk, go to: https://www.facebook. com/CraigsKsForCancer/ • To donate, go to: http:// rmhparkville.org.au/event/ craigsksforcancer

Go Dad: Aaron Tanner is back home in Toora after exhaustive treatment for brain cancer, just in time to wish his father Craig Tanner all the best for his 2000km walk from Tugun, Queensland, to Toora to raise money and awareness for pediatric brain cancer research and Ronald McDonald House Parkville.

It’s great to be home again AARON Tanner returned home to a new look house.

When he left his Toora home for Melbourne to receive treatment for the brain cancer Medulloblastoma, his father Craig was in the middle of renovations. When Aaron came home three weeks ago, he had a new bedroom with replastered walls, a new window and even a door. There was space for the many gifts he had received while in the Royal Children’s Hospital. “It’s good to be home. It’s different. I like being home. When I first came

home, I wandered around and had a look at everything before I did anything,” he said. The Tanner family downed tools and dedicated their energy to Aaron’s recovery. “It was like some apocalypse happened. Our whole world had been turned upside down and we were in a spiral,” Craig said. Aaron’s life over the past 12 months has largely been spent in hospital: either having treatment or tests, recovering for more probing and waiting for answers.

The tedium of hospital life was broken by the entertaining staff of the Starlight Foundation who ran activities and even a dedicated a television channel for patients, including an interactive quiz that linked children in isolation wards. Aaron spent time in intensive care to receive stronger pain relief. His stomach was so affected by medication he was unable to process food. He was so weak he was unable to move and slept on an air bed to reduce bed sores. Despite prolonged severe hardship, somehow the

Tanners found the strength to keep on going. “If you do not, you do lose it,” Craig said. “You will go insane and if you lose it in that situation, you lose it as a couple.” Craig was advised by a doctor to give up his job to help Hannah through the treatment or risk losing his marriage, such was the pressure of their situation. Aaron may be home, but life is far from back to normal. He continues to receive nutritional fluid through a tube in his stomach to improve his health, and he is half deaf as a result of his

treatment and wears hearing aids. Craig paid tribute to the community from Toora, and across South Gippsland for its support of his family, particularly Kerry Duroux of Toora and former Toora Primary School principal Andrea Penrose. “They just go above and beyond what we would ask of anyone,” Craig said. Andrea establishing an online fundraising website and Kerry arranged for Toora Lions Club to hold a working bee at the Tanners’ home and a barefoot bowls fundraiser.

Get involved and help shape a bright future for Gippsland’s Federation Training You are invited to come and share your thoughts on the future of Federation Training at one of the seven community forums being held throughout Gippsland.

Event Details Traralgon • Century Inn, Airﬁeld Rd • Tuesday, 19 September, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Morwell • Waratah Restaurant, Federation Training Morwell Campus • Wednesday, 20 September, 6:00pm – 8:00pm

1300 133 717 federationtraining.edu.au National Provider No: 0417

Leongatha • Wildﬂower Restaurant, Federation Training Leongatha Campus • Thursday, 12 October, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Bairnsdale • Bairnsdale RSL, 2 Bairnsdale-Forge Creek Rd • Tuesday, 17 October, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Moe • Moe RSL, 63-67 Albert Street • Thursday 21 September, 6.00pm-8.00pm

Sale • Criterion Hotel, 90 MacAlister St • Wednesday, 18 October, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Warragul • Warragul Country Club, 41 Sutton St • Wednesday, 11 October, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

For more information and to register your interest, visit federationtraining.edu.au

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OPINIONS

Well done, chamber

THE members of the South Gippsland Woodworkers Group would like to congratulate the Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry on the success of the street party the chamber organised for the recent Daffodil Festival. We feel it should be reorganised for the effort and having the initiative to develop the idea and its hours

of voluntary work in organising a very successful event. We hope this also becomes part of the Daffodil Festival in the future. Eric Miles, president and Don Couper, secretary, South Gippsland Woodworkers.

Broiler farm opposition I CAN’T help but wonder if most people understand why we are so against the proposal

E D I T O R I A L Let council preserve Inverloch’s beauty THERE has to be a better balance between reducing our bushfire risk and preserving the environment.

The Star this week reports how Bass Coast Shire Council is concerned about how a State Government ruling allowing some homeowners to clear vegetation within 10 metres of their homes to minimise bushfire risk is reducing the number of trees in Inverloch. People are attracted to Inverloch for the coast and the leafy lifestyle the trees provide, but with the trend towards higher density living, trees are being lopped to make way for homes. The government ruling does not require homeowners to obtain a planning permit from councils to clear trees, which leaves councils unable to preserve the environment. Extensive clearing has already occurred in South Gippsland and Bass Coast, and while sometimes trees do have to go to make way for homes, surely trees are being removed for the sake of more yard space too? Older trees create ambience and offer habitat for animals too. In the case of Inverloch particularly, it’s likely trees also add financial value to real estate by creating a unique setting that sets the town apart from Melbourne’s suburbs, where many newcomers hail from. The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning is considering a review of the 10/30 rule allowing clearing of vegetation and is urged to proceed with this, even if on a town by town basis. The risk of bushfire is part of life in Australia and Inverloch would no doubt be as vulnerable as any other coastal town, but surely that does not mean we need to clear the countryside of trees. Grassfires can be just as devastating as bushfires. The Country Fire Authority is always urging people to have bushfire evacuation plans and leaving town in the event of a fire would no doubt be the safest option. Bass Coast Shire Council, and other councils, should have the ability to regulate the clearing of trees in appropriate locations, including townships.

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Letters to the Editor

to build a chicken factory at Wooreen. Here are a few reasons. To start with, there is no financial gain whatsoever for the locals. The feed and litter is all sourced from outside the shire and the movement of these, plus the chickens etc. are all done by trucks owned by the company. Those who yard and load the chickens every six weeks are professionals, also company employed, as are the caretakers of the business. Hence, no local employment whatsoever. The roads will probably be wrecked, costing South Gippsland Shire Council, therefore costing we the ratepayers. There has to be a shortage of power. The amount used will be astronomical. Lights in the 10 sheds will burn 24 hours a day. Meat chickens aren’t allowed to sleep – and fans for heating and cooling, and also pumps will take an enormous toll on our already power strained state. Dust – containing pathogens – and noise, will also affect local people. When enquiring about our fears, including the possible contamination/pollution of Boyle’s Creek, we were told everything was ‘highly unlikely’ to happen. That was not an answer to make me confident of nothing happening, I can assure you. None of us are against big

business, but 400,000 chickens in 10 plus sheds on 40 acres of hill country just above a beautiful little spring fed creek is, in our opinions, just not on. Could I publicly thank the councillors who voted in our favour. You are greatly appreciated. To those who didn’t, your reasons weren’t exactly comprehensible, especially for country people. Jill Forrester, Wooreen.

Appreciation for council IT restores ones faith in democracy to see the councillors of South Gippsland Shire Council refuse a planning application for an industrial scale, intensive chicken production facility in Wooreen. The proposed operation is not a rural enterprise and is better suited to an industrial estate which has the infrastructure to support the operation. The people of South Gippsland want to live in a clean, green environment. We know this area is precious and should be protected, for us and for future generations of people. This is the same passion that drove local people to campaign against coal and coal seam gas production and ultimately led to

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the Andrews’ Government banning fracking. So thank you to the objectors for running an informative and respectful campaign against the chicken production facility. Thank you to the councillors for listening to the voices of the people they represent. Deborah and Fergus O’Connor, Berrys Creek.

Praise for councillors FOLLOWING the recent Bass Coast Shire Council meeting where it was disclosed the public was denied access to letters of objection to the application to operate joy flights on farming land in Inverloch, I wish to relate a further anomaly. The original denial was in contravention of the State Government’s Planning and Environment Act. But the issue was further complicated by the fact that not only was the public denied access but the applicant was allowed access. It beggars belief the objectors were denied access on some feeble excuse that it followed an incident some years ago where there was “inappropriate and threatening behaviour that resulted in a tightening of council’s approach to objector

privacy”. As council admitted, this new practice was in total contradiction of the State Government Planning and Environment Act. If we had not stood up to the planners, this practice would have been perpetuated. I am very pleased the new councillors were also on the ball and I congratulate them on their enlightened approach to council business. Ross Smith, Inverloch.

Spending priorities I APPRECIATED last week’s editorial questioning South Gippsland Shire Council’s decision to give $3000 of ratepayer money to Greater Shepparton City Council prefeasibility study 2030 Commonwealth Games bid. What is the benefit to us? Following the pre-feasibility study, do we then contribute to the feasibility study, then the bid, then whatever in an ultimately unlikely successful bid. As your editorial suggests, council should be concentrating on matters of core business. Steve Finlay, South Gippsland Action Group.

VOXPOP! VOX

What Christmas decorations would you like to see in Korumburra this year?

“Just a lovely big Christmas tree for everyone to enjoy. It could be a good meeting spot for the community to come together.” Glenn Falcke, Korumburra.

“A large Christmas tree would be great. I want all of the shops in town to be decorated as well.” Phill Dempster, Korumburra.

“Lots of tinsel would be good. Maybe cut outs of trees and Santas also. Lights down the main street and Santa statues would be nice.” Maddie Smith, Korumburra.

“A big tree would be good. We need something that’s eye catching and something that will create an atmosphere.” Terry Waycott, Korumburra.

Bass Coast welcomes refugees RESIDENTS from Bass Coast and South Gippsland shires united to stand for the rights of refugees on Manus and Nauru last Friday.

Around 40 people gathered outside Bass Coast Shire Council’s Wonthaggi building to declare the area a Refugee Welcome Zone. Council made a ‘No Business in Abuse’ pledge in April last year, sending a message about refusing United: local residents came together to declare Bass Coast a Refugee Welcome Zone in abusive practices towards those seeking asylum in local organisation. Wonthaggi on Friday. Bass Coast is one of 149 declared refugee welcome zones in Australia. Messages of hope were spread by Bass Coast mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield on the day, as well as Weed species and species that cannot be physiBASS Coast Shire Council will offer mulched will not be accepted, but can be dis- South Gippsland Shire Cr Andrew McEwen and fee free Green Waste Amnesty disposal cally posed of in the green lidded organics bin. Weeds Phillip Island Rural Australians for Refugees memfrom November 3 until December 19. include Blackberry, English Ivy, Agapanthus and ber Anne Davies. “All messages emphasise the current treatment of Residents and visitors will be able to dispose of Mirror Bush. These weeds, and palm fronds, can be refugees is not in our name, and our hearts go out to domestic sized loads of green waste free of charge at placed in kerbside organics bins for composting. Grantville Landfill, Wonthaggi and Inverloch transShould there be extensive queues, access may those seeking asylum,” South Gippsland Rural Ausfer stations, and Cowes Recycling Bank. be closed 30 minutes before the scheduled closing tralians for Refugees member Jessica Harrison said. “We want to spread the message that refugees Facility locations and opening times are avail- time to allow for unloading of vehicles already on able at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/services/waste_ site. This will help ensure operations do not extend are welcome in our community. We open our hearts to the refugees suffering on Manus and Nauru for management. beyond closing time. Council offers this service to encourage resiFor more detail, please contact council’s sustain- over four years. Our group has printed signs for dents to get ready for the fire season by removing able environment department on 1300 BCOAST local people to put on their gates and fences as a permanent statement of our concern for all refugees overhanging limbs, dry leaves and cutting grass. (226 278) or 5671 2211.

imprisoned after fleeing persecution. Everyone has a right to a safe home.” Welcome signs were available for people to purchase on the day. “The rally was received very well and we hope the idea will spread to other parts of the state,” Ms Harrison said. Supporters also car pooled to Melbourne on Sunday to be part of a rally to end refugee suffering. If anyone is interested in buying a sign, they can contact South Gippsland Rural Australians for Refugees on sgrar07@gmail.com.

Bass Coast ready for waste amnesty

Leading the charge: Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield stood in support of refugees seeking asylum in Wonthaggi last Friday.

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Bullying pain Victim’s mother wants stronger action By Brad Lester A MOTHER has urged parents and teachers to take a tougher stance on bullies after she said her child was subject to more than two years of bullying at the hands of the same group of abusers at a South Gippsland primary school.

She said her child reported cases of verbal abuse to teachers but said those teachers urged her child to ignore the offenders. But the verbal abuse continued and culminated in a serious physical assault. Her child was so stressed they refused to attend school on some days, fearing further attacks. The distressed mother said the school has taken inadequate disciplinary action against the perpetrators and now her child does not feel safe at the school. “My kid is absolutely crushed. They’ve gone from being an athletic outgoing child to a kid who hides in their bedroom. It’s appalling,” the mother said. “It’s important for children to speak up to their parents when something happens. I urge children to tell their parents so their parents can tell the teacher. “Ignoring it is not fixing the problem.” The mother also called for classroom teachers to notify parents of bullying incidents and record such cases on schools’ computer systems. “My child has been abused in the classroom by other children when the teacher is out of the room,” the woman said.

“My child does not bother telling anyone because no one at school listens. “My child is no less of a person than anyone else’s.” A Victorian Department of Education and Training spokesperson said, “We take the health and safety of students very seriously, and there is no place for bullying in our schools. “We work closely with schools to create safe environments for all students, including through programs like Bully Stoppers and eSmart. “Students affected by bullying can access a range of supports through their school and the department, including assistance through student support services officers.” Parents with concerns about a school’s response to bullying can raise them with their school’s principal, the local regional office, the department’s central complaints unit and the new Independent Office to Resolve School Disputes. Every government school in Victoria has an anti-bullying prevention policy. All schools are required to take all reasonable steps to reduce risk, including: • provision of suitable and safe premises; • provision of an adequate system of supervision; • implementation of strategies to prevent bullying; and • ensuring that medical assistance is provided to a sick or injured student. The State Government this year launched the new Independent Office To Resolve School Disputes. For more information: http://www. premier.vic.gov.au/launch-of-the-independentoffice-to-resolve-school-disputes/

Helping hands: from left, Operation Christmas Child representative Doreen Western, Johanna Haasjes, Lipke Holwerda, Jill Douma and Leni Piening spent Friday morning packing shoeboxes with gifts for children overseas.

Boxes of hope ABOUT 100 shoeboxes filled with gifts will be collected from Korumburra and sent to children living in poverty as part of the Operation Christmas Child program this week. A group of volunteers, with the help of Inverloch Primary School, Leongatha Primary School, Tarwin Lower Primary School and Tarwin Valley Primary

School, has put together 20 boxes full of gifts for boys and girls to send away. Throughout South Gippsland, around 100 boxes will be collected and given to children living overseas in countries such as Cambodia, Thailand, Fiji, Vietnam and Papa New Guinea. “The boxes are given to children who are suffering from extreme poverty, war and natural disaster,” Operation Christmas Child representative Doreen Western said.

Mahers probe underway THE proponents of a development at Mahers Landing at Inverloch are undertaking further studies. In September, the Inverloch community heard plans for the project could be revealed within months. The proposal may include housing and a marina on a former farm between Mahers Landing

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Mardan stud raises the baa By Brad Lester A FAMILY passion for producing tasty meat has paid off for a Mardan sheep stud.

Standout sheep: from left, Lorraine, John and Paul Banks of Baaramu White Dorper Stud at Mardan with their Royal Melbourne Show winning ram, Mardan Man.

Baaramu White Dorper Stud won champion white dorper ram at the Royal Melbourne Show recently, with their young ram Mardan Man. Judges praised the 15 month old for his superb ultrasound scan results, with an eye muscle depth of 48mm indicating impressive meat production and being true to type. Mardan Man progressed to the coveted class after winning the ram under one and a half class. The result pleased the stud’s John and Lorraine Banks, and their son Paul and daughter-in-law Samantha Banks. “We worked on a considered breeding program and it’s paid off,” Lorraine said. John added, “We were quite pleased he got there because when we left we were not sure how he was going to go. There were some real top studs there from New South Wales and Victoria.” A Baaramu ewe with a lamb afoot also placed second in the ewe over one and a half years class. This was the first Royal Melbourne Show outing for Baaramu, given the contest requires animals be on show for five days, including judging and public exhibition. Mardan Man was sired by another Baaramu ram, Gippsland Boy, who was first in his class at the National White Dorper Championships in 2015, and Mardan Man’s genetic line also includes the famed ram, Loftus of Terraweena Stud, which sold to Brazil for $45,000 – a new

Australian record at the time. “He’s (Mardan Man) had a couple of firsts at local shows and he’s only young,” John said. The next major outing for Mardan Man will be to the Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo in July 2018. A South African breed, white dorpers have been in Australia since 1996 and appeal for their quality meat production and self shedding of fleece, which eliminates the labour and time involved with shearing and crutching, and keeps flystrike to a minimum. White dorpers are unusual in that they offer three lambings in two years which means they are a highly productive breed. “It’s a beautiful, gourmet meat. It’s not fatty meat and there are a few specialist dorper butchers and they have a following with chefs,” Lorraine said. The dorper/ white dorper breeds now comprise 17 percent of the national flock, either via pure or cross breeding. “They gain weight very quickly and the lambs are eating grass by two days old. They’re fast maturing and easy to care for,” Lorraine said. The ewes have excellent mothering ability and abundant milk. The Banks family turned to sheep six years ago after retiring from dairy farming , and now run 120 stud sheep on 21 acres, in addition to a commercial flock on another property. “Sheep are a lot easier than dairying,” John said. The family has taken part in shows at Korumburra, Bunyip and Berwick, and is helping to drive the breed’s rising popularity in South Gippsland.

Helping people with mental illness TRADITIONALLY, the transfer of patients with poor mental health has been a challenge for healthcare facilities.

That looks set to change at Bass Coast Health (BCH) with the launch of a new partnership to support the needs of local people suffering from mental health issues. The Supporting Healthy Minds program is a new partnership between BCH and Health Select, that until now has provided non-emergency transport for BCH’s patients. This new initiative aims to provide more effective non-emergency transfers for patients experiencing mental illness by providing exclusive transport to these patients in a custom-designed vehicle. Most people will know that all inpatient mental

health facilities are located at Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) in Traralgon, so patients with mental health issues who present to the Wonthaggi emergency department and who need ongoing specialist care will be transported by ambulance to LRH. With the introduction of this new program, patients presenting with mental health illnesses should have access to this specialised transport in a timelier manner with the specific aim of reducing police and ambulance involvement. This new program was developed by Health Select owner and founder Jeanette Cunningham in response to an increased prevalence of people suffering from poor mental health. Ms Cunningham said, “We felt this group of patients really warranted a service of their own, particularly in this area. We wanted to ensure each and

Partnership supports healthy minds: from left, Health Select’s Rowan Thompson, mental health staff Chris Talti, Stacey Hecker, Mary-Lyn Jenkinson, Kylie Burns, Bass Coast Health emergency department manager Cath Jones, Health Select’s founder Jeanette Cunningham and driver Greg Miskle welcome the new program to help patients with mental illness.

every patient, regardless of diagnosis, receives safe, high quality and specialised transportation. “Supporting Healthy Minds was designed to specifically meet the needs of mental health patients and improve the patient experience as they are transported to specialist healthcare facilities”. Health Select will base its new vehicle on standby at the Wonthaggi Hospital for immediate access and has local highly trained staff available on a roster to provide a response within 90 minutes of being required. In addition to the usual features one might expect, this specialised vehicle can accommodate another person who can accompany the patient and it provides two-way TV monitoring equipment. To provide a safe environment for staff and patients, a duress system has also been incorporated into the design. This duress system interfaces with a GPS location system and connects directly to staff who can provide a rapid response by alerting emergency services if re-

quired. The vehicles will also soon have the capacity to connect via a cellular modem to BCH so that BCH can monitor the patient in the vehicle en route. “As clinicians, our focus is always on the needs of our patients and providing them with safe, high quality care. This can be a challenge when the needs of different patients compete, so it’s very satisfying to be able to collaborate with Health Select as it develops a service that will be meaningful and beneficial to patients,” BCH’s emergency department nurse unit manager Cath Jones said. The service will be provided to low risk clients who do not require medication during transport. Plans are underway for Health Select to provide a second vehicle based at Traralgon. “We chose BCH to partner with in this exciting transport trial because it is so great to work with. This is our first foray into this model so we’re keen to work with it to thoroughly evaluate and continually improve the program,” Ms Cunningham said.

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Car seats save lives By Tayla Kershaw FOR Bass’ Kate Bindley, appearing in a Transport Accident Commission (TAC) campaign was an opportunity to remind families about the importance of booster seats. Six months ago, Ms Bindley and her son five year old son Baxter were victims of a car collision in Cranbourne. Another car side swiped the passenger door behind the driver’s seat, sending their car spinning off the road at 95km/h. While Ms Bindley suffered a head and neck injury – which she has recovered from – Baxter remained unharmed

in his booster seat. “Afterwards, TAC put out a request on social media for people who had been in an accident and had no injuries due to an element of safety,” she said. “The car seat was amazing. My son is growing fast and it would be easy enough for me to just strap him into the car. I’ve always been conscientious about it, but it was amazing to see how well he was protected.” An entire section of Ms Bindley’s car was crushed by the impact, but Baxter walked away from the incident without a scratch or a bruise. Ms Bindley said Baxter was sitting in a regular Mother’s Choice booster seat, but it made all the difference. “I’ve read articles that have said as long as a car seat is of regulation stan-

dard and has been approved, it should do a good job,” she said. For the campaign, Ms Bindley wrote a brief outline about the situation, and then recorded the story in a studio. It later appeared on social media and on the radio. Still shots of the family were also taken with the potential for billboards. TAC released a series of similar stories to promote the importance of safety features in vehicles.

Safety first: Bass’ Kate Bindley signed on to be part of Transport Accident Commission campaign after her son Baxter Jones was saved from injury by his booster seat in a car collision six months ago.

Rail trail extension hopes By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council could consider extending the Great Southern Rail Trail as part of the 2017-22 Paths and Trails Strategy.

• South Gippsland Shire Councillor Lorraine Brunt.

The strategy was presented to council recently by consultant Andrew Nixon. It proposed extending the rail trail from Leongatha to the shire boundary, or to develop Leongatha and Korumburra rail land and buildings. Mr Nixon said this would provide significant community benefit in the short term for less capital outlay for the trail. “Developing the trail within the boundaries of townships would open up huge possibilities for the communities,” he said. “Nyora is a fantastic example of that. Inter-town connections could be developed later.”

Other trails included in the strategy include the Hoddle Mountain Trail and the Waratah Way walk between Waratah Bay and Sandy Point, which both face the hurdle of privately owned land. The previous strategy identified 96 projects, many of which were footpaths, which are now included in the footpath extension program budget allocation. Of those projects, 66 were not completed, 17 were completed, 10 are in the pipeline, two have been partially completed and one project won’t be completed. Councillor Lorraine Brunt said the extension of the rail trail from Leongatha to Nyora could be a priority project but council needed to be realistic about costs, including recurrent costs for maintenance. “The rail trail already has this problem,” she said. Cr Brunt said private landownership could also be a significant issue. “As a farmer, we should be protecting agriculture and owners of farming land,” she said. The 2017-22 strategy also recognised the growth of

Retailers gear up for busy summer By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland’s major towns are looking forward to a busy summer trading season.

Korumburra Business Association president Noelene Cosson said winter spending in the town had been steady, with some retailers reporting a quiet time. “Our retail environment is growing with several new businesses opening up over the past year and several more in the pipeline,” she said. “We have a lot of businesses that draw people into town, businesses that are thinking outside the square and creating an experience for consumers. “The business association is building on this diversity and encouraging people to town as well.” Ms Cosson said Korumburra was becoming a highly sought after as a place to live. “It is hard to find a house to rent or purchase at the moment,” she said. Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Indus-

try president Brenton Williams said compared to the start of the year, Leongatha had progressed. He said the town’s main streets only had a few empty shops. “Most of the shops in McCartin Street are occupied and the only ones left empty in Bair Street are the big ones,” he said. Mr Williams said the town’s retail sector was buoyant. “Everyone I have talked to is going well at the moment,” he said. Leongatha’s traders are impacted by the dairy industry, which has been tumultuous in recent times. “I think farmers play a big part in it, depending on what the milk price is. It becomes quieter if the milk price is down,” Mr Williams said. “The weather also influences people’s shopping habits.” Foster Chamber of Commerce president John Davies said the town’s trade over winter was quieter than usual for a couple of reasons. “In winter plenty of people go away but the

main impact has been the work going on with the streetscape for the last six months or so,” he said. “It is nearing an end, but it has affected trade quite considerably.” Mr Davies said some people had said anecdotally their trade this winter period had been down 30 to 50 percent. He said parking was often restricted during the works, but the town was feeling positive about the improvements over all. The chamber is working on several strategies to reinvigorate traders and consumers in the lead up to the busy summer period. “We have a shop local program and we are hoping to have a really bumper Christmas street party this year, bigger and better than in previous years,” Mr Davies said. Mr Davies said a subcommittee was putting in significant effort for The Great Victoria Bike Ride which will roll into town in November.

mountain bike circuits are growing across Australia, as the sport develops. It identified four sites in South Gippsland that were already catering to mountain bike riders. Those were Foster, Mirboo North, Hallston and Wuchatsch Reserve north of Nyora.

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Lights, camera, action THE (it’s no) drama group will be performing its premier show this month as a result of eight collaborative movement workshops for people with and without a disability.

Unreserved is a collection of stories, images and random thoughts told through contemporary theatre. Two performances will be held on Friday, October 27 in Memorial Hall, Leongatha, with sessions at 2pm and 7pm. Everyone is invited to attend. No tickets or bookings are necessary as both sessions will have free admission. The project was made possible with a $5975 grant received from the Federal Government’s Regional Arts Fund that supported South Gippsland Shire Council’s $3000 funding contribution and additional in-kind support. Key founder of the arts initiative, Emily Ardley of Leongatha was excited to see her idea of creating

inclusive drama opportunities in South Gippsland come to life. Emily travelled to Melbourne for many years to participate in drama and movement theatre and wanted to see those opportunities available for local people. “It has been inspiring to see so many people coming along and enjoying this experience of creating drama. It has come a long way, because of the support from everyone who has come and been committed to the project,” she said. Council’s access and inclusion officer, Alisha Gilliland acknowledges the role the arts play in connecting people, building skills and confidence in those involved, and most importantly, allowing for the showcasing of the creative abilities of people with disabilities to their community. “We want to get the word out about this fantastic initiative, started by a local performer and supported by council, Regional Arts Victoria, Rawcus theatre

and, most importantly, our community. This is a wonderful example of how an idea, when given support and commitment, can become a reality,” she said. “The (it’s no) drama ensemble is excited to present this showing to its community. We would

love to see the community come along to these shows, which will be a fantastic experience for both the performers and the audience.” The Federal Government’s Regional Arts Fund is provided through Regional Arts Australia, administered by Regional Arts Victoria.

Keep motorbikes off rail trail By Sarah Vella MOTORCYCLE users are being urged not to ride on the Great Southern Rail Trail or risk being fined.

Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning regional manager land planning and approvals Gippsland region Carole Macmillan said the rail trail was not designed for motorcycles. She said track surface and drainage can be easily damaged, and motorcycles pose a potential danger to other rail trail users. “Riding a motorcycle off formed roads, damaging public land, unlicensed riding and using unregistered motorcycles on public land are all serious offences with fines potentially exceeding $1000,” she said. “The majority of motorcycle riders do the right thing, but if you do see illegal or dangerous activity you should report it to the police or Crime Stoppers

on 1800 333 000.” Ms Macmillan said licensed motorbike riders with registered bikes have access to many roads and tracks in state forests. South Gippsland Shire Council has budgeted $61,590 for maintenance of the rail trail in 2017-18. Council mayor Cr Ray Argento said the rail trail was an unsafe location for motorcyclists to ride given it was used by the public. “In particular children are riding their pushbikes on there and people are out walking. The regulations are that motorcyclists are strictly prohibited from riding on the trail,” he said. “From what I can gather, it’s just isolated cases that occur.” Cr Argento said in the past, motorcyclists had used the trail between Foster and Toora to ride to work when they did not have another transport. “The police soon addressed that and told them it was not appropriate,” he said.

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Don’t miss out: people are welcome to enjoy the (it’s no) drama group’s performance of Unreserved on October 27.

Unreserved A collection of stories, images and random thoughts told through contemporary physical theatre. Unreserved is the result of eight collaborative movement workshops for people with and without a disability. 27 October 2017 - Memorial Hall, Leongatha - 2.00pm and 7.00pm - 30 minutes duration All welcome with free admission.

Batteries can provide flexibility for more. That message from Kongwak based installer George Fairlie and other presenters was delivered last week during a business gathering in Mirboo North. The meeting was organised by Mirboo North CE hub with support from Energy Innovation Co-op and South Gippsland Shire Council. Financing is available and options were presented at the gathering. South Gippsland Council/Sustainable Melbourne Fund partnership offers fixed interest Environmental Upgrade Agreements. In 2018 the Energy Innovation Co-operative Ltd will facilitate direct community investment, providing suitable businesses with capital, investors with good returns plus a social dividend for the community. Traditional financing, or cash flow positive ‘rentto-own’ arrangements, are offered through local installers including Gippsland Solar and George Fairlie, or through banks. Mirboo North CE hub has a range of projects under investigation. Eric Walters, managing director of Grand Ridge Brewery at Mirboo North, where the gathering was held, said, “The 100kW of solar PV we put on the roof in 2013 is an important part of our financial and environmental sustainability. “We want to capture as much of the sun’s energy as we can, using whatever renewable energy and processes we can, save on power bills and help to not destroy the planet. “Customers like the fact their brewery is solar and sustainability focussed. Young customers seek

that information online before they buy. It’s just good business.” “Our ‘Solar Summer Ale’, as a sustainably operating Grand Ridge Brewery branded product, will be released Australia wide, very soon. We expect to keep expanding.” The brewery’s sustainability efforts apart from solar panels include selling spent grain waste product as cattle feed and buying back the meat produced to sell in the brewery restaurant, supporting and using products from the local community garden, and using recycled packaging. Mr Walters has plans for more, including more renewable and a plug-in electric vehicle (EV) recharging station. “All of these things bring us customers. Good for the business. Good for the region. Good for the planet,” he said. Both installers present acknowledged the larger solar installations for business are the fastest growing elements of their own businesses. Andrew McCarthy said Gippsland Solar recently put a 30kW system on the Fish Creek Pub. At the same time he suggested it put in a Tesla recharging station, and arranged with Tesla to get one for free. Now, 65,000 people have engaged with social media around the announcement, and more customers are arriving at the pub. “Tesla-tourism”, Andrew called it, as those, like him, with solar recharged electric vehicles plan their trips around the availability of re-charging facilities. Grid-Edge importers, John and Linda Ballis also attended. They market the non-toxic, recyclable, temperature flexible ‘sonick’ battery and are regular participants at local events. South Gippsland Shire Council and Sustainability Victoria representatives also attended. Enquiries on business and household renewable and energy efficiency issues are welcomed at info@eico-op.com.au

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Korumburra drives path to repair By Jessica Anstice THE footpath from Korumburra Secondary College to Radovick Street in Korumburra has undergone temporary maintenance, however strong community support is necessary if more substantial works are to be achieved. After requests from the community, South Gippsland Shire Council has filled potholes in the track with bitumen and repaired drains. The path is yet to receive major works as the required width is not available along the road reserve and the project may require some land to be acquired before it proceeds. The project has been identified as the number three priority in council’s recently adopted Paths and Trail Strategy, but may need strong community support to drive it. A section of the cycle network, Jumbunna Road, is listed on VicRoads’ Principal Bicycle Network and Strategic Cycling Corridors Gippsland as a priority and as such may be eligible for funding from VicRoads. “It is important to re-establish the trail into a shared pathway as it will encourage students to cycle or walk safely to and from school. It will also encourage students to exercise and live an active healthy lifestyle,” Cr Lorraine Brunt said.

“It is important the community sees this project as a priority by getting behind it and campaigning to gain external funding. “Although council has done some temporary maintenance on a poorly maintained asset, the life span has been exceeded.” Korumburra Business Association president Noelene Cosson said the association was concerned about the state of the walking track and the reflection it has on Korumburra. “This is the entry point to the town from the coast and looks very neglected,” Mrs Cosson said. “It has been great to see the maintenance work completed as promised but it will be lucky to get through to winter before more will be needed. “Not only is the track used by the secondary college students, it is the only walking track in town and people regularly used as it part of their exercise regime. “It has great potential to be a wonderful facility for the town and with the proposed upgrade involving a width that will be suitable for bikes and pedestrians, we must keep pushing forward to get to that step.” Terry Waycott of Korumburra first brought the condition of the walking track to council’s attention. “I was very pleased to get a positive response from council,” he said. “Our energy is now focused on keeping the momentum going. The community needs to get involved.”

Path works: from left, Korumburra Secondary College student Maddie Smith, Korumburra Business Association president Noelene Cosson, South Gippsland Shire Cr Lorraine Brunt and concerned community member Terry Waycott on the footpath from Korumburra Secondary College to Radovick Street in Korumburra that has undergone temporary repairs.

Smokers motivated to quit TWO thirds of Gippsland smokers intend to quit in the next six months and one third of them think about quitting every day, new Cancer Council research shows.

Great support: Burra Foods has donated a substantial amount of money to the Korumburra Business Association (KBA) to go towards this year’s street Christmas decoration. From left, KBA secretary Shirley Arestia, manager at Burra Foods Glenn Falcke, Phill Dempster from Burra Foods, KBA member Adrian Hughes and KBA president Noelene Cosson.

Community rallies to decorate Burra By Jessica Anstice A LACK of Christmas cheer in Korumburra in the past has spurred a community call to tinsel up the town. Well known for donating money to the majority of sporting clubs within Korumburra, Burra Foods has donated are large sum of money to support the project. “Burra Foods has donated a substantial amount of money towards the $7000 the Korumburra Business Association is attempting to raise to fund a Christmas tree and decorations for the main street in Korumburra,” manager at Burra Foods Glenn Falcke said. “Burra Foods has done this as it is a big part of the Korumburra community and we wanted to show our appreciation via this donation.” The Korumburra Business Association (KBA) is seeking the community’s financial support to assist with this year’s Christmas decorations. “So far, we’ve only got about 35 Christmas lights and last year we made some wooden Christmas trees, in a rush,” president Noelene Cosson said. “Apart from that, that’s really all we have and they’re expensive and difficult to store. “It is hard to get money for them because grants are hard to find for Christmas decorations.” Mrs Cosson said the KBA is hoping to make a substantial sized Christmas tree for the town this year. The KBA has designed the Christmas tree, to measure four and a half metres tall by four metres wide.

“We have got one more grant that we’re applying for so we’re crossing our fingers for that, but really we’re calling on the community because everyone likes to see a nice cheery town and we want it to belong to everybody,” Mrs Cosson said. KBA vice president Brian Hess said the Christmas decorations have a limited life and tend to look a little shabby after a few years. “Regulations now are such that you just can’t put them anywhere without permission. It all costs money and that’s also why we are calling for these donations,” he said. Donations can be paid directly to Korumburra Business Association, Bendigo Bank. BSB: 633 000 Acc: 1207 11395. The Leongatha Chamber of Commerce and Industry has $4000 to spend on Christmas decorations this year. Chamber president Brenton Williams said the money would be spent on updated decorations and to fix a Christmas tree. “It has yet to be decided what sort of decorations the chamber will purchase,” he said. A chamber meeting will be held in the next week or so to discuss the matter. Last year the Leongatha Christmas tree was vandalised on three separate occasions. People attempted to climb the tree and caused $2000 worth of damage. After last year’s success, the Christmas light competition will run in Leongatha again this year. If anyone has any ideas or feedback, they are encouraged to contact Mr Williams on 0433 033 347 or any chamber member.

A phone survey of 200 Gippsland smokers and recent quitters, conducted in March and April this year, also highlights the importance of local health professionals in helping people quit. Three quarters of respondents agreed that GPs should discuss smoking at least occasionally during consultations. The survey was commissioned by Quit Victoria and Gippsland Primary Health Network to understand community attitudes and behaviours towards smoking. Across Gippsland, 20 percent of adults smoke daily or occasionally, while in the Latrobe Valley, 24 percent of adults smoke daily or occasionally. These local smoking rates are significantly higher than the 13 percent of Victorian adults who are current smokers. The new Cancer Council survey findings reveal 51 percent of Gippsland smokers had made a quit attempt during the past year and 66 percent of Gippsland smokers intended to quit in the next six months, and 81 percent wanted to quit in the future. Around 76 percent of Gippsland respondents felt doctors should raise smoking with their patients at least sometimes, and 31 percent thought this should occur at every visit.

Gippsland PHN acting CEO Amanda Proposch said smoking was a risk factor for many of the main health issues in Gippsland, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes and lung conditions. “One of our key objectives is to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services for all patients, but particularly for those at risk of poor health outcomes,” she said. “Partnering with Quit, we’re working to really understand smoking and how we can better serve our community to address high smoking rates. “I’m so pleased people recognise their local general practice is a great place to get help to quit.” Quit Victoria director Dr Sarah White encouraged Gippslanders to visit their local health professional or call the Quitline for support. “A lot of people who smoke think they have to quit by themselves using willpower alone, and that simply doesn’t work for everyone,” Dr White said. “The survey is suggesting the use of proven quitting treatments and supports, like medication and Quitline, is a little low in Gippsland. “If you are someone who has tried to quit a couple of times, increase your chance of success next time by calling our Quitline, for the cost of a telephone call, or go and see your doctor.” Tools available at www.quit.org.au can help people understand their smoking habits and choose the best way to quit. Smokers can also speak to their GP, or phone the Quitline on 13 78 48 to get personalised, non-judgmental coaching and advice.

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Planning a wedding close to home By Tayla Kershaw WITH a seven month countdown before my May wedding, being on top of the wedding plans is becoming more and more important. I have been engaged since late February, and it didn’t take long for my fiancé and I to decide that our wedding would be in 2018, putting an immediate clock on all of decisions. The first decision was easy enough – what month would we want to get married. Being local dairy farmers, we started looking at dates in May. Coincidently, the timing of the engagement

was a week before the Bridal Fashion Expo in Melbourne, which kicked off my wedding plans almost straight away. The expo was enlightening; it gave me an insight into what was possible and what was my taste. Ultimately though, we only came away with a band booked. While the Melbourne Expo was a fantastic opportunity, local businesses have a lot to offer and take away a lot of travel stress. I attended the South Gippsland Wedding Showcase held in Wonthaggi in August, and found I was so much closer to making concrete decisions with the help of professional businesses closer to home. Next on the ‘to do’ list was the venue. I had

my heart set on a ceremony venue, however, choosing a reception venue was a little more difficult, as the numbers on the guest list continued to grow. It is important to keep options open until you have settled on numbers. Social media such as Pinterest have been a lifesaver throughout the experience. Having a place to store ideas keeps you focused, as well as giving businesses an idea of what your vision is. That brings me to the dress; although businesses encourage you to go in with an idea of what you would like to wear on your big day, make sure you still go in with an open mind. I had my heart set on a particular style, but the dress I ordered was something I never imagined

I’d choose. Trying on dresses can be tiring and a little daunting, but it’s important to have fun with it and not be afraid of some of the options. Together, my fiancé and I are still making big decisions, and there is still a long way to go before the big day. Through it all, I have been extremely grateful to have fantastic support from my fiancé, family and friends. It has been a big task, and I have been incredibly lucky to have the help and guidance from my mum throughout the entire experience. If you are planning a wedding, be sure to surround yourself with supportive people who help you through the tough decisions and keep the inspiration flowing.

Plenty of ideas: there is endless inspiration out there for brides planning their wedding. Pictured is bride to be, Tayla Kershaw with her wedding planning and magazines.

Lifetime love: weddings are memorable occasions and even more so when held in spectacular settings. Laura Gurney of Merimbula captured this image. Read about the former South Gippslander on page 19.

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Gurneys find bliss by sea By Brad Lester RELOCATING to another town can be challenging enough, but for the Gurney family, they’ve not only moved, but also done so interstate and are working to grow a business. Simon and Laura Gurney shifted to near Merimbula in southern New South Wales firstly in 2010 and after three years in outback NSW, moved back to their home at Yellow Pinch, five kilometres inland from Merimbula, at the end of last year. Simon grew up at Korumburra and Ruby, while Laura was raised in Leongatha. They lived in a bush haven at Darlimurla until a devastating bushfire in 2009 destroyed their home. The experience of trying to rebuild proved too stressful, so they looked for a new place to call home. Simon’s parents lived at Merimbula and that’s

where the next generation of the Gurneys looked to. After three years, they moved to Cobar in outback NSW where Simon gained experience working in mining, followed by nine months in Queensland. He continues to work as a ﬂy in, ﬂy out worker, travelling between Merimbula and Cobar. The couple now has four children - Jasmine, 9, Chloe, 7, Bianca, 6, and Hamish, 2. Laura is fast gaining a reputation on the Sapphire Coast – as the Merimbula region is known - as a talented photographer. She captures weddings, families, pregnancies and other special occasions in life in vivid colour while making optimal use of light. “I think my photographic style is constantly evolving but generally I like crisp and clean with real colours,” Laura said. “A great photo is made up of a lot of components but for me the most important factors are lighting and emotion.

“The lighting should really accentuate whatever emotions you are trying to portray in an image. It’s amazing how much different styles of lighting can change the feel of a photo. “The thing I like most about photography is that it gives me a way to artistically express the way I see the world, people, colours and feelings around me.” Her photography journey began in Cobar, where she enrolled in an online course and bought a quality digital camera to capture beautiful images of her children. The Gurneys return to South Gippsland once or twice a year to visit Laura’s family in Leon-

gatha, and while staying here, she also enjoys some photographic shoots. “I do sometimes get clients who travel up from Victoria or other parts of NSW for holidays and book sessions with me as a way to remember their holiday,” she said. “It’s been tricky establishing my business in a new area. We have been here a year now and things are starting to get really busy. I think it often takes that long for word of mouth to get around.” ► To see more of Laura Gurney’s photography, visit her website: http://www. lauragurneyphotography.com.au/

Coastal life: from left, the Gurney family enjoys time out together, Jasmine, Chloe, Laura, Simon, Hamish and Bianca. Photo: Mel Cameron Photography.

Creative flair: Laura Gurney, formerly of Darlimurla and Leongatha, is gaining a reputation for her outstanding photography since relocating with her family to Merimbula, New South Wales.

Council spruiks goals kicked By Sarah Vella SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council’s endorsed 2016-17 annual report recognised council’s achievements over the last 12 months. Mayor Cr Ray Argento was proud of the achievements made by council. “The annual report is the outcome of council’s commitment to the community and providing great assets and services,” he said. “The results demonstrated the hard work and dedication council staff have to ensure these deals and plans are completed for the best outcomes for our region. “We are proud to have developed a

solid foundation in the ﬁrst year of our term and we will continue to work passionately for our community.” Deputy mayor Cr Maxine Kiel said the annual report showed the Long Jetty, the Leongatha heavy vehicle alternate route, the Bair Street master plan and the Foster streetscape had all been delivered. “Our arts and culture is underway, the Karmai Community Children’s Centre in Korumburra is fully operational and successful. We are looking at our library services and continuing the footpath extension program right across the shire,” she said. Cr Kiel said 88 percent of the council plan initiatives were achieved in the 2013-17 council plan. She said the council had received $152 million in grant funding and 77

percent of grant applications to State and Federal governments were successful. “With rate capping, council needs to focus on improving efficiencies and increasing productivity. Shared services will assist with cost cutting,” she said. Cr Alyson Skinner said the annual report gave the council ticks “pretty much” across the board for its financial performance. “It is great to see an annual statement and where we are performing against our strategic objectives,” she said. “What we have all learned is that things move slowly in council. Those big projects take years to achieve, so it is really great to have it reflected there.” The 2016-17 annual report can be found at www.southgippsland.vic.gov. au/annualreport.

• South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Ray Argento.

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Expo celebrates schools BASS Coast Shire Council received a $500 grant to enhance this year’s Bass Coast Children’s Expo. The money will be used to create a short film showcasing Bass Coast’s primary schools and respectful relationships. The grant was distributed by the State Government. Organisations across Victoria received grants between $500 and $1300 to run events during Children’s Week, which runs from October 21 to 29. The 2017 Children’s Week theme recognises the power of education to transform a child’s life. “We are delighted to help families across Gippsland enjoy a range of fun, free events that support local children to be happy, healthy and ready for kinder, school and a life filled with Exciting event: Bass Coast Shire Council received a $500 grant to promote local schools at learning,” Eastern Victorian Region MLC Harriet this year’s Bass Coast Children’s Expo. From left, Wonthaggi’s Max Connell, Dylan Andri- Shing said. ghetto, Zac Mabilia, Jaigar French and Callum Connell enjoyed last year’s expo. “Children’s Week is a fantastic celebration of

the diversity, talent, skills and achievements of all the children who call Gippsland home.” This year, the Bass Coast Children’s Expo will be held at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre on October 28. Early years organisations will be in attendance with information stalls to raise awareness of their services. There will also be face painting and other activities to ensure fun day. There will also be two live, interactive performances. Children who attend these free performances will go into the draw to win a signed book. “Inverloch Rotary Club has generously donated $800, which has been used to buy a number of books by local authors Lisa Kennedy and Alison Lester,” council’s acting manager community strengthening Chris Wightman said. “Council also contribute recurrent grant funding to host the event.” While the performances are free, bookings are essential at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/events.

Dental waiting list to grow Bazaar makes a difference BASS Coast Health believes it has enough federal funding to maintain services, despite a drop in money from Canberra. BCH CEO Jan Child said the lower funding would result in longer waiting lists, which have grown significantly over the past four years. “In order to deliver more dental services to eligible people within the community, BCH would require more funding as the reduction of Commonwealth funding doesn’t currently allow us to address the increased demand for these services,” she said. Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing

believed a 30 percent reduction in federal funding would hit Wonthaggi’s dental services hard. “In Victoria this is a loss of almost $30 million over two and a half years - around five percent of our annual public dental budget,” she said. “The Victorian public dental system treats over 330,000 people per year and cuts like these have the potential to mean 17,000 Victorians waiting longer for care. “This will affect some of the most disadvantaged people across Victoria, and indeed all of Australia.” A spokesperson for McMillan MP Russell Broadbent said his office had been informed the matter was an issue for the State Government.

O’Brien leads Coalition’s population taskforce GIPPSLAND South MLA Danny O’Brien is proud to have been announced chair of the Liberal-Nationals Victorian Population Policy Taskforce.

help people make the move.” Mr O’Brien said he was pleased to be working under new Shadow Minister for Decentralisation and Leader of The Nationals, Peter Walsh on finalising policy before next year’s election. “The Liberals and Nationals “Decentralisation will not be realise Melbourne can’t continue a dirty word under a Liberal-Nato grow at its current rate while tionals Government,” Mr O’Brien regional Victoria struggles,” Mr said. O’Brien said. “We recognise that Melbourne “We are developing population growing by over 100,000 people policy that will help us manage • Gippsland South a year while our regional centhe enormous population growth MLA Danny O’Brien tres stagnate is not a long term in our state and ensure it is betsolution. ter distributed across the whole of “Daniel Andrews and Labor have shown Victoria. “Through forums around the state over the they’re not interested in managing population last 18 months we have clearly heard of the need growth, whereas the Liberal-Nationals will take for better public transport, roads, infrastructure forward a plan to help grow the whole state, inand other services and we are currently develop- cluding Gippsland South.” Mr O’Brien was promoted from the deputy ing policy that will meet these needs. “We recognise there are enormous lifestyle position yesterday following the elevation of benefits in living in our regions, but we need the the previous chair, Tim Smith, to the Shadow jobs and resources from the state government to Cabinet.

ON behalf of Leongatha TEAR Support and the Make Poverty History Action Groups, the sixth annual Fairer World Bazaar will be held on Saturday, October 21 from 9.30am to 1.30pm.

The Fairer World Bazaar event will be held in the Leongatha Uniting Church Hall in Peart Street. The bazaar is an alternative gift fair, with charity stalls selling handcrafts from Asia and Africa, supporting projects that provide hope and dignity to many who may otherwise have none. Most stallholders have firsthand experience of the projects they support and are only too happy to talk about them. The event aims to raise people’s awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution worldwide, particularly in developing countries. In Anti-Poverty Week, October 12 to 18, many events are organised to help fight poverty and hardship. “I am passionate about making the world a better place,” Fairer World Bazaar event spokesperson Johanna Haasjes said. “The hall will be filled with stall holders and the foyer will be full with tables for light refreshments.”

Accused face court over cattle deaths THREE men and two companies faced court in Tasmania recently, over the deaths of 59 cattle during a transport crossing from Tasmania to Port Welshpool on January 31, 2016. The accused failed to enter a plea and have been directed to appear in the Burnie Magistrates Court again on December 11, when a plea must be entered. The cattle were being transported by LD Shipping on the open deck MV Statesman from Stanley in Tasmania to Port Welshpool. The cattle were either dead on arrival or had to be put down due to their condition once they landed

in Port Welshpool. From Port Welshpool, the cattle were to be transported by road to Greenham’s abattoir in Tongala for processing. The Victorian Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources and the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment were investigating the deaths. Les Dick, Graeme Pretty, John McGee, LD Shipping Pty Ltd and HW Greenham and Sons were each charged with two counts of aggravated cruelty, two counts of cruelty to animals and five counts of method of management of an animal or group of animals reasonably likely to result in unreasonable and unjustifiable pain and suffering to the animals or an animal in the group.

ymayor’s message t u p e D Cr Maxine Kiel

AS our mayor Councillor Ray Argento is taking a well deserved break for the SOUTH Gippsland may benefit from a Gippsland next couple of weeks I am pleased to refuge for women and children escaping family share the Deputy Mayor’s Message in violence. his absence.

Refuge announced

The State Government will build a new refuge facility to give women and children the safe and secure accommodation they need to rebuild their lives. The refuge will offer a service response for Bass Coast and South Gippsland to ensure women and children can remain connected to their communities. Women and children often need to move out of an area for safety reasons, and the new facility will also offer this opportunity where needed. Minister for Housing, Disability and Ageing Martin Foley last week announced the purchase of land for the new refuge at the offices of Quantum Support Services in Morwell with Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing. The refuge will be built around Morwell and replace one of 17 communal women’s refuges as part of the government’s response to the 2016 Royal Commission into Family Violence. Ms Shing said, “This refuge will give more victims and survivors of family violence safe, independent housing and the support they deserve to move forward with their lives.”

Considerate shopping: Fairer World Bazaar event spokesperson Johanna Haasjes is looking forward to the sixth event, which will take place on Saturday, October 21 from 9.30am at the Leongatha Uniting Church Hall.

What a fantastic week we have ahead with this year’s Seniors Festival underway. More than 1000 events are being held across Victoria to celebrate our seniors and recognise their contribution to our communities. South Gippsland is no exception with activities happening across the region. Some of the activities include the Seniors Concert, historical walks in many local towns, a movie presentation and high tea. The Seniors Concert is expected to be a hit with a performance by the very talented The Retro Girls music duo. The Retro Girls will deliver a show filled with music from the ’40s to today’s top hits that are sure to bring out a few great dancers from the audience. A number of businesses will also be providing discounts during the week so it’s worth keeping an eye out for discounts on display at local venues. Since 47 percent of our population is aged 50 and over it is important we appreciate our seniors

and recognise the importance they play in our communities. We also expect a number of seniors will be serving seniors as part of their volunteer roles across South Gippsland. Our volunteers play a key role in a variety of services across the region including the day-today running of council. Without volunteer support South Gippsland could not function as many community groups and organisations rely on their assistance. This is the perfect opportunity to thank our volunteers for their contribution and to those who are both a volunteer and a senior I hope you take the time to also celebrate this week. Anyone interested in learning more about the Seniors Festival in South Gippsland are encouraged to contact council on 5662 9200 or visit council’s website. Hard copy Seniors Festival programs are also available from council reception, neighbourhood houses, community houses, libraries, seniors citizens centres and the South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau in Leongatha. I hope all of our seniors have the opportunity to take part in the festivities and enjoy a great day out or two.

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Lions thank community for dairy expo support AS THE South Gippsland Dairy Expo committee wraps up from the 2017 event, the Strzelecki Lions Club would like to formally thank its supporters. They include major sponsor Murray Goulburn and gold sponsors Rabobank, Reid Stockfeeds, Burra Foods, GippsDairy, Dairy Australia and South Gippsland Shire Council. The Strzelecki Lions Club has distributed more than $500,000 back into the community over the last 20 years. The club cannot continue to achieve these important milestones without a dedicated group of people and companies who support their club activities. What a fantastic year it has been. Firstly the exhibition space was full a month out from the expo, with extra enquiries being made right up to the event. Secondly the weather in Korumburra was kind, which led to a great couple of days for the exhibitors and farming families to enjoy the atmosphere. The event attracted 1200 people through the gate with approximately 130 companies represented. A special thanks this year to

Michael’s IGA that was pleased to be able to contribute to the expo by providing more than $1300 worth of goods used for the catering for both the breakfast and the general catering prepared by Poowong Pre-School. This contribution was facilitated by the Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria Gippsland (RFCSVG) which provides free, confidential and independent financial counselling to primary producers and rural related small businesses across south east Victoria. Following the dairy price situation in April 2016 and the ensuing financial hardship this created for many farming families, Michael Lorenz of Michael’s IGA set about promoting the cause once again through IGA’s Community Chest Rewards program. Points raised were donated as emergency funds for the counsellors of the RFCSVG to distribute directly to farmers and farming families in financial distress. The message Mr Lorenz wants to promote to the farming community is that there is assistance available. Contact the RFCSVG on 5662 2566 and make an appointment to see a rural financial counsellor.

There are so many people working in the background of events like this who never get mentioned such as the Korumburra Agricultural and Pastoral Society, and the Korumburra Football Netball Club who go out of their way to deliver keys or to help with any support the Lions club needs to prepare for the event. The Korumburra Rotary Club runs the Kids Activity Pavilion and Poowong Pre-School members volunteer their time, with lots of work and no fuss to raise money for their community. This year, South Gippsland Shire Council worked at the Korumburra Showgrounds right up to the event and council staff could not have been more helpful in supporting the Lions to ensure the site was ready for the expo. And lastly, large events like this don’t happen without the support of wonderful community. This covers the owners of businesses, local dairy farmers and exhibitors, many volunteers, and the newspapers who all contribute and help make the Dairy Expo a success. The Strzelecki Lions Club would like to say thanks to all those people and we look forward to some more success in 2018.

Amazing event: South Gippsland Dairy Expo chairman Cliff Wallace and son Luke Wallace enjoy this year’s expo at Korumburra.

Teens hit the slopes A GROUP of 36 students from Wonthaggi Secondary College’s McBride campus improved their snowboarding techniques on the slopes of Mount Hotham recently. Staying at a chalet, all students par-

ticipated in an hour and half lessons each morning of the camp before hitting the slopes for the rest of the day. The students prepared meals each night for the entire group, and played board games and watched movies. The majority of the students had never seen snow before and it was

Power play WHAT the hell are our politicians playing at, you have to ask, when we the little people are already paying way too much for our power?

Having a blast: Wonthaggi Secondary College students Liam Wilson-Browne (left) and Wil Forsyth took the chairlift up the slopes during their snowboarding adventure at Mount Hotham.

Reforms back farming for the future THE State Government is overhauling Victoria’s agricultural planning rules with a suite of proposed reforms that strike the balance between delivering for farmers and meeting community expectations. The proposed changes will simplify planning requirements for animal based farming and will improve the consistency of how the rules are applied. The reforms aim to make the land use planning process clearer for farmers, councils and the community. This work delivers on key actions under Planning for Sustainable Animal Industries, the government’s response to the 2016 Animal Industries Advisory Committee report. A two month consultation period is now seeking feedback on proposed new land use terms and definitions, graduated planning controls and guidance to help improve the quality of planning applications and permit conditions. The reforms have been developed with significant input from a reference group comprising key industry sectors, local government and community members. The changes include new land use terms and definitions that will reduce regulation

for farmers with grazing animals and smallscale pig and poultry farms that are low risk. Benefits for farmers include greater certainty due to clearer land use definitions and planning controls, more flexibility to supplementary feed their livestock without the need for a planning permit, and permit exemptions for small scale pig and poultry producers. Further opportunities to simplify planning requirements for low risk farming will be explored in 2018 and 2019 as part of the ongoing Planning for Sustainable Animal Industries initiative. To facilitate feedback during the consultation period, several information sessions will be held across the state and public responses can be submitted until Tuesday, November 14. To find out more about the planning reforms, including the timing and location of information sessions, go to agriculture.vic. gov.au/planning-animal-industries Minister for Agriculture Jaala Pulford said, “Through these landmark reforms, we will protect prime agricultural land and put our farmers first.”

At the same time, experts are telling us we have some 100 years at least of gas supplies in Bass Strait and thousands of years of brown coal. That’s why we all want to know, Why are our governments allowing our power stations to be shut down in the Latrobe Valley when we do not have any new power supplies in place to ensure supplies? While there are many who think wind farms and solar power are the way of the future, we need power for now. Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews, take note when the wind isn’t blowing and the sun isn’t shining, and you have closed the Hazelwood power station and now haven’t got enough power for the state and summer blackouts are imminent, what will be your bandaid solution then? Our politicians want to stop playing point scoring and fobbing us all off with fake promises that we will be all okay come summer. Tell that to the South Australians who saw their state shut down due to power shortages last year. Back then, Federal Energy Minister Josh Frydenberg said this was a “wake-up call and underlines the importance of maintaining the supply of reliable electricity to all Australians”. Well, what has happened since then in Victoria? Absolutely nothing! This just isn’t good enough. We are all sick of being ripped off with exorbitant power bills when we have unlimited natural resources we are not allowed to use but are allowed to sell off for a song to other countries to use. Why should we sell off our precious resources to other countries? We are entitled to use our gas and coal at cheaper prices until we can be guaranteed wind and solar power is going to keep us powered. At this stage it is not and we are all living under the threat of major blackouts this summer. We are sick of the Federal Government blaming the State Government and fed up with the State Government greenies doing nothing to secure our power supplies for this summer.

their first time up on the mountain. Others had the opportunity to return after attending last year’s camp and build up on their skills. The camp allowed students who may not have the opportunity to learn to snowboard to try the sport and have fun.

We’re sick of Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio fobbing us off with an everything will be alright Jack attitude. Excuse us if we are a little cynical when the word is the State Government has installed its own diesel generator to secure power supplies at Parliament House. Well, who can afford that? Come on, you must be worried we are going to run out of power this summer and that is going to be great with possibly the worst fire season in the state being predicted, along with a very hot summer. South Australia didn’t cope and now with Hazelwood shut down and hundreds of workers given the boot, we are being told we should all perhaps look at dirty diesel generators to back up our power supplies. How good for the environment can this be when many countries around the world are phasing out diesel fuelled cars due to pollution? We are sick to death of being told untruths and demand urgent action now to get our power station recommissioned, give people back their jobs, and make sure our power supplies are secure for this summer and well into the future. It was good to see Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull in talks with energy company AGL to keep the Liddell power station near Newcastle in NSW, one of the company’s vast coal-fired power station, operating until at least 2027 amid new warnings about electricity shortages that could hurt consumers and business. Mr Turnbull revealed the talks to parliament after receiving a new report on the outlook for the electricity sector and the prospect of shortfalls in baseload power as coal power stations are shut down. It is just a shame Mr Turnbull didn’t do something to keep the Latrobe Valley power station going and then we wouldn’t be in the mess we are in and blindly heading towards summer blackouts. All politicians should show Victorians they can actually work together and make sure the lights stay on in this state. The time to act is now and God help all politicians if we Victorians end up in the dark. Mr Turnbull and Mr Andrews, you are both on notice to make sure we are not left in the dark or guess what? Just like the poor Latrobe Valley workers who lost their jobs when the Hazelwood brown coal power station shut down, you too may both be headed the same way!

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Pipeline work starts on water security project PRELIMINARY work for the Lance Creek Water Connection pipeline has started.

Work underway: Lance Creek Water Connection staff inspect pipe at Steel Mains. From left, site supervisor Dean DeMenech, senior engineer Chris Hindle and senior project supervisor Glenn Baldwin.

The project will link Korumburra, Nyora, Poowong and Loch’s water reservoirs to the Lance Creek reservoir, as well as Melbourne’s water system and the desalination plant at Wonthaggi, boosting the towns’ water security. Pump station construction is underway at the Lance Creek Water Treatment Plant with Simpson Construction currently focusing on new infrastructure, including dosing facilities. On ground work associated with pipeline construction has also begun in the Jumbunna area. Crews from Jaydo Construction are preparing the pipeline construction corridor, installing access points from the Korumburra-Wonthaggi Road, carrying out fencing and survey works, and starting earthworks. The pipe is scheduled for delivery to lay-down sites in mid-October. This will increase large vehicle traffic along the Korumburra-Wonthaggi Road,

initially affecting the section between Jumbunna and Korumburra. At times, traffic management controls will be in place to minimise disruption and maximise safety, and motorists are advised to allow a little extra time in their journey. South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said, “The pipeline alignment has been planned along the most direct and effective route and, where possible, avoiding steep slopes and areas of flora and fauna and Aboriginal cultural heritage significance. “With early works commencing, locals will see increased traffic management and other activities on the ground get moving.” The Lance Creek Water Connection is a key Victorian Government project to be delivered by South Gippsland Water that will secure the water supply needs of Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora over the next 50 years. To find out more about the Lance Creek Water Connection and to receive regular updates, visit the Project page at www. sgwater.com.au and also on Facebook and Twitter @SthGippsWater

Mayor’s message Cr Pamela Rothfield

AS spring gets into full swing our local events calendar also starts to warm up. The Blessing of the Bikes at San Remo this Saturday, October 14 kicks off the Phillip Island Motorbike festivities, with the Moto GP, Barry Sheene Tribute ride and the Cranbourne GP Run all just around the corner. Now is the moment of truth after winter – will I fit into my leathers? Spring is also the time of Thunderstorm Asthma. We saw last year how terrifying and serious Thunderstorm Asthma is, and I urge everyone to please be vigilant and keep in touch with warnings and weather reports. Everyone should be prepared with their appropriate medication, just in case. It was a delight to attend the 2017 Gippsland Wine Awards last week. Bass Coast’s precious rolling hills, divine landscapes and talented wine makers produce some of our regions finest wines. Congratulations to Bass River Wines that took out the best red wine, best white wine, and the best wine of the show, and to Dirty Three Wines awarded the most successful exhibitor. It was wonderful to hear the story of Wines of Gippsland Inc. that organised the awards. I shall be closely following the rebranding and realignment on which Wines of Gippsland has just embarked, and look forward to this organisation growing and developing. This year’s awards attracted no less than 150 entries and 30 wineries. I also attended the Rural and Regional Councils sustainability workshop, which

focussed on the unique issues facing rural councils. I use the word ‘unique’ as I often hear comparisons with the rates we pay, compared to the rates paid in metropolitan Melbourne. To demonstrate how we differ, I thought I could make some comparisons between Bass Coast and Stonnington Shire, where I previously lived. To start with, Stonnington Shire is responsible for a road network of some 260km (none of which are gravel and none of which require drainage works). Bass Coast Shire’s road network is more than 920km of which almost 380km are unsealed. Stonnington is home to 54,181 private dwellings plus 17,333 businesses, which all share in the rate revenue totalling some $104.5 million. When you add parking fees, user fees, State and Federal government grants, their total revenue reaches an incredible $182 million. In Bass Coast we are home to 27,436 private dwellings plus 973 farms and 1,196 businesses, which contribute to our rate revenue of $56.6 million. When we similarly add in fees and grants, our total revenue is just shy of $71million. So, in a nutshell, whilst Bass Coast has 50 percent of the number of private dwellings, we earn only 39 percent of Stonnington’s revenue, and yet must still maintain a road network almost four times its size. I do so enjoy looking at numbers, as they tell a story.

Learning poles: from left, Loch Primary School students Talon, Indigo, Elsie, Kade, Kobe and Jaydah are proud to have completed the Indigenous totem poles they worked on last term.

Loch embraces Indigenous culture TOTEM poles stand proud and colourful in the centre of Loch Primary School, displaying the children’s artwork and a rich appreciation of Indigenous culture. “Our totem poles are in the ground and they look fantastic,” Loch Primary School teacher Dayna Lightowler said.

“We have some awesome Indigenous designs created by our students.” The poles were decorated by students at the start of last term and were unveiled recently. The masterpiece poles will remain in the ground for years to come for visitors, staff and students to appreciate.

Bass Coast Shire Council briefs Open space protected BASS Coast Shire Council adopted Amendment C147 recently to guide contributions to public space for subdivisions of three or more lots. It introduces a five percent open space contribution into the Bass Coast Planning Scheme and ensures open space contributions are used to improve public open space. “As we grow and develop, it is imperative we have our planning schemes and strategies aligned with how we want the future of Bass Coast to look and feel,” mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said. “The amendment addresses the outcomes of the council plan to ensure we maintain our character and the uniqueness of our townships by safeguarding a commitment from developers to contribute to our public open space.”

Phillip Island plans for 150th BASS Coast Shire Council allocated $68,000 to the Phillip Island 150th Celebrations Planning Committee. This money will assist in the planning of five major community events, which will celebrate the anniversary next year between March and November.

“It’s good to see the community getting right behind this celebration; planning has been energetic,” Cr Stephen Fullarton said. “It should be noted the community has raised significant funds as well. A lot of people are putting a lot of energy to it.”

Arts supported BASS Coast Shire Council has established an Arts and Culture Advisory Committee. The committee will promote Bass Coast and its year round events, and support arts and cultural activities. The committee has 13 members, including mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield, Cr Clare Le Serve and Cr Michael Whelan.

Tessari advocates for Bass Coast DEPUTY mayor Cr Brett Tessari was nominated as Bass Coast Shire Council’s representative to Rural Councils Victoria recently. Rural Council Victoria is an alliance of 38 councils that promotes and supports sustainable, liveable, and prosperous communities. “When we need someone to advocate for us, Cr Tessari would be the one to do it,” Cr Geoff

Ellis said. “I’m sure he will present Bass Coast in a good light.”

Playgrounds backed BASS Coast Shire Council recently adopted its Playspace Strategy to guide council on priority playground projects. “There’s some good work being done here. The strategy will help us see what facilities we’ve got and where we are at,” Cr Julian Brown said. “Hopefully it can result in a playground for Dalyston.”

Council audited BASS Coast Shire Council approved in principal its draft annual financial statements and performance statement for the 2016-17 financial year. By doing so, council submitted its accounts to be audited. “We’ve been through a lot of questioning by auditors,” Cr Julian Brown said. “It’s good for the rest of the community to know that we have both internal and external auditors collaborating on this.” Only Cr Les Larke was against the motion, stating he wanted a little more clarity about the statements.

Reserves in the spotlight BASS Coast Shire Council adopted its foreshore and bushland use policy at its recent meeting. This policy addresses activities reserves are used for, and outlines the framework for issuing permits. “It puts forward what reserves can be used for and adds clarity to what people already can do,” Cr Michael Whelan said.

Cat containment considered COUNCILLOR Julian Brown proposed Bass Coast Shire Council investigate the pros and cons of 24 hour cat containment before going ahead with the policy in the Domestic Animal Management Plan 2017-2021. This was supported by all councillors, with the exception of councillors Stephen Fullarton and Bruce Kent. Cr Kent said council should acknowledge cats were a threat to natural wildlife. However, Cr Brown argued there should not be a predetermined outcome without further consideration. Currently, there is a sunrise to sunset cat curfew in Bass Coast.

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Time to give TARWIN Lower Primary School students have filled seven goodie boxes for less fortunate children overseas as part of the Operation Christmas Child project. Samaritan’s Purse provides opportunities and resources for schools in Australia to provide students with a powerful learning

Caring students: from left, Tarwin Lower Primary School students Bailey, Archie, Skyla, Tara and Darcel helped fill shoeboxes with gifts for the less fortunate children overseas recently.

experience and to make an impact in developing countries. The Prep students were also busy at the end of last term learning how to weigh objects. “The Preps have been collecting items from around the classroom and learning how to measure weight,” principal Jenni Cox said. “It makes learning fun for them.”

Maths time: from left, Tarwin Lower Primary School Preps Tess, Reeve and Cody-J learnt how to weigh objects from around their classroom using scales at the end of last term.

Children wet a line FISHCARE Victoria and the Anderson Inlet Angling Club joined forces to run a Come Try Fishing Day in Inverloch last Wednesday. More than 50 children, accompanied by their parents and grandparents, enjoyed the sunshine on the shores of Anderson Inlet to learn about sustainable recreational fishing. Both sessions were booked out and families had a great day out catching and releasing fish whilst enjoying the beauty of Anderson Inlet. Fishcare Victoria state coordinator Sarah Van Stokrom facilitated the event which included an education session about the rules and regulations of recreational fishing, how to identify and measure fish, how to safely handle fish, how to cast, fishing safety, using green tackle and other basic fishing tips. “It is so rewarding to share the message of sustainable recreational fishing, educate first time and novice anglers and excite them about their local fishery” she said. “Fishing is not just about catching fish. It’s a great way to connect with the environment and Fishcare facilitates this hands-on

experience that gets children and families hooked on sustainable fishing.” Fishcare Victoria is a non-profit, volunteer organisation funded by revenue from Victorian Recreational Fishing License sales and delivers free education programs to Victorian schools, holiday programs and communities across the state. There are currently established volunteer groups in the South West, East Gippsland, Melbourne, Central Highlands and Geelong and there has been much interest in establishing a regional group in the South Gippsland and Latrobe Valley region. Members of these groups are provided with training and support to deliver the Fishcare program which includes Come Try Fishing clinics and sustainable fishing education activities and events to schools and communities. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer and assisting in establishing a South Gippsland Regional Group, or if you would like to express your interest in participating in an activity, please visitwww.fishcare.org. aufor more information, like us on Facebook (FishcareVic) or contact the Sarah at svanstokrom@fishcarevictoria.org.au

Chasing fish: participants enjoyed the Come Try Fishing Day at Inverloch last Wednesday, held by Fishcare Victoria and the Anderson Inlet Angling Club.

Children’s centre enters final stages CONSTRUCTION of the new Bass Valley Children’s Centre is nearing completion and work is now gearing up for the facility to commence opera-

tion in early 2018. Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said the children’s centre would bring significant benefits for the Waterline areas of Bass Coast. “The facility will provide integrated education

outcomes to complement the Bass Valley Primary School,” Cr Rothfield said. “But more than that, the children’s centre will provide enhanced community services, local employment and training opportunities, and give families the flex-

ibility to return to work” The centre has been made possible thanks to the Bass Valley community that has supported the facility. Fundraising efforts were acknowledged at the Bass Valley Children’s Centre Inc. social event Cent Night held on grand final eve. More than 120 people attended to celebrate the handover of a $70,000 cheque to Bass Coast Shire

Council towards construction of the centre. Centre spokesperson Amber Rees said, “We are continuing to work hard as a committee and a community to move the total money raised for the facility to $100,000.” All money raised will be going directly to the centre. Expressions of interest for 2018 places show a high demand for early

years services from three and four year old kinder, to long day care and before/ after school care. Council is securing the management of the children’s centre and is in advanced discussions with non-profit organisations with solid experience in early years education. Existing JLM Preschool portables are expected to be removed at the end of term four, and the

construction of dedicated turning lanes and landscaping works will be completed for the start of the 2018 school year. Enrolments can be made to Bass Coast Shire Council from Monday, October 9. For more information or to make an enrolment, please contact council on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 0356 71 2211.

Death from overdose can happen to anyone DRUG overdose can have devastating effects and, according to Bass Coast Health’s (BCH) pharmacotherapy nurse Scott Aitken the nature of overdoses locally was changing.

On the way: the handover of a $70,000 cheque from Bass Valley Children’s Centre to Bass Coast Shire Council will contribute towards the new facility.

“Most overdose related deaths these days are caused by prescription medications and quite a few of those are accidental overdoses,” he said. This can occur when people are prescribed combinations of benzodiazepines and opiate pain medications that are both depressants on the central nervous system. When taken in combination this can result in an overdose. BCH’s alcohol and other drugs counsellor Deb Guy is hopeful this will soon be prevented from happen-

ing so often. “In the future an electronic system will be introduced to prevent overprescribing of dangerous medications. This real-time monitoring will mean people will have less access to harmful drugs at the point of dispensing,” she said. This will make it more difficult for one person to obtain multiple scripts from different sources. BCH’s pharmacotherapy program can prevent many accidental overdoses. The program caters to people wanting to stop taking heroin or painrelieving drugs such as morphine, codeine or oxycodone. Clients on these medications are supported by a pharmacotherapy nurse, who liaises with the client, their GP and pharmacies.

Doses of medication are dispensed regularly and picked up from the pharmacy under supervision to help prevent accidental overdose. A non-residential withdrawal service is also available for people wanting to withdraw or reduce their use of any substance. Other safe and confidential drug and alcohol treatment services offered by BCH include counselling services that aim to explore a range of strategies, including harm minimisation and relapse prevention, and a Family Support Program, which provides support to family members or those affected by another person’s drug or alcohol use. For more information about BCH’s Alcohol and Other Drugs services, please call BCH on 03 5671 3278.

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Financial hand: from left, Telstra business development manager Garry Austin, Bendigo Bank On the ground: South Coast Taxis staff planted trees at the Shearing Shed, Phillip Island, regional manager Anthony Gillett, guest speaker Maree McPherson, Bass Coast Shire Council last Wednesday to help offset their fleet’s carbon emissions. councillor Les Larke and Federation Training director industry and community development Terry Fitzgerald at the recent Bass Coast South Gippsland Business Alliance lunch.

Taxi staff deliver Don’t overlook the value of coaching for environment SOUTH Coast Taxis is starting a program that will see its taxis become carbon neutral by offsetting their taxis’ emissions with local revegetation projects. “The environment is this region’s most valuable asset and its’ biggest draw card, and we want to do our part in protecting and enhancing it,” Michael Wright of South Coast Taxis said. “We recognise the interdependence of the community, the natural environment and the economy and have been inspired by other environmental projects being conducted by Phillip Island Nature Parks, ‘plastic bag free’ campaign, Bass Coast Shire Council’s reducing landfill waste system and recommended environmental actions from the Visitor Economy Strategy.” South Coast Taxis started a program to replace its taxi fleet with environmentally friendly hybrid (gas/electric) vehicles 18 months ago and hopes to promote the hybrid vehicles’ eco credentials through this initiative. “LPG gas burns cleaner than most alternatives and said to cut greenhouse gas by more than 10 percent on other commonly used fuels and then of course majority of our fleet are hybrid vehicles which use a lot less fuel than your average vehicle, meaning we are producing a lot less emissions,” Mr Wright said. “This means offsetting the balance is now achievable to us.” South Coast Taxis is partnering with Bass Coast

Landcare Network to offset their CO2 emissions under a voluntary carbon scheme that will see 1800 new trees planted on a selected site as a commencement of this project. “Part of the motivation was to support the Phillip Island Visitor Economy Strategies aspiration to increase native revegetation from the current seven percent to 30 percent over the next 20 years,” Mr Wright said. “In support of this we requested a site on Phillip Island and are participating in a revegetation project being conducted at the Shearing Shed on Gap Road. “As an organisation we hope to make this an ongoing commitment annually and over time see the benefits grow before our very eyes in areas across the region.” To add value to this program South Coast Taxis staff actively participated in planting these trees. Last Wednesday, members of the office, workshop and driving staff rolled up their sleeves and did just that. “We had perfect weather and it was great to get out and do something different together. The Shearing Shed is one we work with, providing transport for its functions and so it was nice to support its revegetation project as part of our first carbon offset day,” Mr Wright said. “We see this wetland regeneration project as a positive initiative and we’re very happy to be a part of it.”

NDIS changes lives THE National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) became available to residents in the Bass Coast, Baw Baw, Latrobe and South Gippsland areas on October 1. Before this date, some people with disabilities transitioned early to the NDIS through an arrangement with the State and Federal governments. Ability Dignity Access Management (ADAM inc) has arranged for three guest speakers to speak about the NDIS and how it has changed their lives. Adam Cope lives in South Gippsland and transitioned early onto the scheme and Kira-Lee Dixon and Geni Papadimitriou are from Melbourne. All three have different needs and requirements from

the NDIS. Their specific needs were taken into account when they met with the NDIS planners. They will talk about their experience and how it has impacted on them and changed their lives. There will be time during the talk for questions and discussion. Please join us after for a cuppa. The talks will take place on October 21 at 2pm at the Leongatha RSL, corner Smith Street and Michael Place, Leongatha, in the Members Lounge. RSVP to attend by October 18. Phone 0417 572 475 or email info@adam.org.au Ability Dignity Access Management will be holding its 11th annual general meeting at 1pm at the RSL. Interested people are more than welcome to attend this before the talks on changing lives.

Helicopter to fly low and check powerlines LOW-FLYING helicopter inspections of electricity poles and wires in South Gippsland’s most fire prone areas will take place this week as part of AusNet Services’ preparation for summer. The helicopter will fly about 100 feet above powerlines, with specialist teams identifying any potential problems to determine what maintenance work is needed. Field teams will then be scheduled to undertake required works. Flying will take place between 9am and 3.30pm across public and private land. Victoria’s emergency service agencies have warned Victoria may be facing an above average risk this fire season. AusNet Services’ regional customer and community manager, Gareth Downes said the aerial inspections were an important part of AusNet Services extensive

bushfire mitigation program to prepare for summer. “AusNet Services is always working to keep the network safe and reduce the risk of powerline fires,” he said. “Much of our electricity network covers steep and bushy terrain, so using helicopters allows us to inspect poles and wires over large distances efficiently.” AusNet Services owns and operates more than 49,000 kilometres of powerlines and 390,000 power poles in Victoria’s east. “We thank the community for their patience and understanding as we complete this work,” Mr Downes said. The schedule includes Leongatha, Leongatha South, Wonthaggi, Pound Creek, Inverloch, Sunderland Bay, Archies Creek, Sunset Strip, Wimbledon Heights, Surf Beach, Newhaven, Anderson, North Wonthaggi, San Remo, Rhyll, Kilcunda, Cowes, Dalyston, Woolamai, Ryanston, Monomeith and Lang Lang.

EXECUTIVE coaching was the topic of discussion at a recent Bass Coast South Gippsland Business Alliance lunch held in Inverloch with local business and community people.

According to guest speaker Maree McPherson and agreed by the audience, the real investment in executive coaching is in the value and the outcomes that people achieve. “It isn’t about financial return, although that is important. It is really about people and the value beyond the dollars,” Ms McPherson said. “Return on investment in coaching can be measured, but it might not always be about financial re-

turn.” The Bass Coast South Gippsland Business Alliance events are held on a quarterly basis with the support of Federation Training, Telstra, Bendigo Bank and Bass Coast Shire Council. The next event will be a lunch on Thursday, November 23 in Warragul with mind worker Lisa Smith showing people how to think differently about innovation. This session will help people unlock their creativity and empower them to think differently. Details of the event and registration can be made by visiting TryBooking.com or phoning Kirstyn Krausz on 0413 187576 or email kirstyn@gippslandem.com.au.

Catch up: president from Probus Association of Victoria Marion Bowring pictured centre with presidents of the various clubs at the annual conference held at Wilsons Promontory Motel, Foster.

Probus sparks interest THE Probus clubs of South Gippsland and Bass Coast held their annual conference at the Wilsons Promontory Motel in Foster recently, hosted by Foster and District Probus Club. Twelve clubs were represented: Anderson Inlet, Coal Creek/Korumburra, Cowes, Corinella, Foster, Inverloch, Korumburra, Leongatha, Phillip Island, San Remo, Woorayl and Yarram. Each club gave a five minute presentation of the highlights of the last 12 months of their club. Ideas were suggested to attract new members. Some clubs are losing members and others have

waiting lists for new members. Most clubs have participated in interesting outings and holidays, and a number of clubs have interest groups within the club that cater for everyone. Guest speakers have come from all walks of life and proved to be a highlight of the monthly meetings. A number of interesting points for future discussion were put forward and will be taken to the various club monthly meetings. The clubs welcomed the vice president from Probus Association of Victoria, Marion Bowring, who congratulated everyone on a successful and interesting conference. A most enjoyable and friendly lunch followed at the motel.

Fresh look for foreshore BASS Coast Shire Council is continuing to rejuvenate the Cowes foreshore and town centre, with works to brighten up Thompson Avenue’s gardens beginning next week. An action of the Cowes Activity Centre Plan is to replace the grasses on the main street with mixed colourful plants. Council replanted a garden bed to demonstrate the type of planting planned for the street. Deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari said, “At present, the grasses along Thompson Avenue are very high maintenance, needing cutting back regularly to prevent them from becoming a traffic obstruction. “Replanting gardens with native plants will not only freshen up the Cowes town centre and bring a bit of colour to the street, but also reduce the amount of maintenance required.” The replanting will be yet another project undertaken to enhance the Cowes foreshore and Thompson Avenue, with a variety of project recently completed as part of council’s commitment to asset

renewal across the shire. The Esplanade toilet block lookout area has been refurbished with new tiling, handrail, planting, painting and floor coating renewal, whilst other areas along the foreshore from the Findlay Street toilet block to Mussel Rocks have also had a major makeover. Improved park access, concreting and landscaping works were completed, and new picnic tables and benches made from sustainable products have been installed, in line with council’s commitment to the environment. Fencing and retaining walls have been renewed and garden beds have been cleaned up and planted with indigenous species. “These renewal works have achieved a fantastic result for this iconic part of the Island, with residents and visitors enjoying the improvements that complement the natural surrounds and Westernport Bay backdrop,” Cr Tessari said. “The renewal works were carefully planned to ensure they fit in with the upcoming Jetty Triangle redevelopment project, and have provided the foreshore with a fresh look in the meantime.”

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Have a ball at Coal Creek this Halloween GET ready to be scared! Coal Creek Community Park and Museum will be hosting its annual Halloween event on Saturday, October 28 and it could well be the scariest night of your life. The Korumburra park will be full of ghosts, monsters, witches and other creepy characters as visitors dress up for the occasion. Free activities will be offered, including apple

bobbing, a bonfire, fire twirler, live band, monster bash disco and a reptile show, plus buildings will be decorated in a haunted style. There will be plenty of cash prizes being awarded in the best dressed competition in the divisions of best dressed five years and under ($50), 15 years and under ($50), best female and male open ($50), best family costume group (with a $100 prize) and best overall winner open

age (also with a $100 prize). Tickets are just $5, with trick or treat tickets for children aged up to 12 years and ghost train ride tickets also available (limited tickets available). Count Von Boogie is a new show this year and tickets are $5 each with three shows for the

night. More activities will be announced soon. So come along to Halloween at Coal Creek from 5.30pm to 10.30pm. An entry fee of $1 per person applies. Food stalls will be available on the night.

Beautiful plants: Australian Plant Society members Kerry Pritchard and Coral Hughes are excited about the upcoming Australian Native Plant Sale and Flower Show to be held at the South Gippsland Historic and Automobile Club rooms from 10am on October 14 and 15.

Native flowers on show in Leongatha Spooky, spooky: back, from left, Atsu and Richard, and front, Isabella, Pallas, Eileen and VISIT a wonderful display of Australian Zenna dressed for the occasion at Halloween at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, plants and flowers that have been grown Korumburra, last year. in South Gippsland gardens. The Australian Native Plant Sale and Flower Show will be celebrating its 30th anniversary run by the Australian Plant Society on October 14 and 15 from 10am to 4pm at the South Gippsland Historic and Automobile Club rooms at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. Named specimens brought in by APS members, plant sales from local growers and book sales from the Bunurong Environment Centre will all be at the event. There will be more than 100 plants on show. “We will have photos on display of bits and pieces of the 30 years,” APS member Coral

Hughes said. “Lots of people come back to the sale each year to purchase and also to enjoy the nicely put together flower arrangements. “We have a good array of great Australian plants all at good prices.” The Australian Plant Society South Gippsland branch has been running the Native Flower Show since 1988, and it continues to be a community highlight. Any money the group makes from its annual show will be donated back into the community, to help develop native gardens. Previously, the group donated money for a garden at the newly built Leongatha Hospital and for a garden in front of the Inverloch Primary School.

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Making Memories of Us and Road Less Travelled. Sweet Intention covers the likes of Keith Urban, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Kelsea BalTHEY perform music from a genre with lerini, and received acclaim at its first gig at Sandy Point in July. broad appeal and do so well. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incredibly powerful just being in rehearsal Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why music lovers can expect new South with these musicians,â&#x20AC;? Kate said. Gippsland band Sweet Intention to go places. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Country music has a lot of feeling in the stories Country rock is the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specialty and it already has a playlist of 48 covers, with original music the songs tell.â&#x20AC;? Harry added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;In country music, you have got on the way. Sweet Intention plays emotive songs with pas- your highs and your lows and while Kate is drawn to sion and flair, combining touching lyrics with mov- the lows, I want to pump them up a bit.â&#x20AC;? Kate was writing and performing her own songs ing music that is not only easy listening but will also when Harry approached her with the idea of her leadleave audiences touched. The group includes lead vocalist, acoustic guitarist ing a band. Her country background and his roots in and songwriter Kate Appleyard of Foster, lead guitarist rock, combined with Ben and Anthonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own takes, and composer Ben Mawdsley of Meeniyan, drummer have combined to produce a catchy take on popular and composer Harry Kaldvee of Leongatha, and his son favourites. To find out more, check out Sweet Intentionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and bass guitarist, Anthony Kaldvee of Leongatha. https://www.kateappleyardmusic.com/ The group has assembled a rehearsal CD that has website: since been distributed across Victoria and interstate sweet-intention with the hope of gigs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; venues, weddings and parties Making music: from left, South Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new country rock band Sweet Intention is - coming its way. The CD features the songs Church Anthony Kaldvee, Harry Kaldvee, Ben Mawdsley and Kate Appleyard. Bells, Yeah Boy, Pushing Time, Running For You,

By Brad Lester

Bikers revved to be blessed THE fourth annual Blessing of the Bikes event is just around the corner; San Remo is expected to attract some 8000 motorbikes on Saturday, October 14. The blessing of the bikes is a global tradition which marks the beginning of finer weather and bike season. Motorcyclists gather to pay their respects to fallen riders and if they choose are blessed by members of the clergy in the hope that it will bring safety for the coming season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The event is going to be weather dependant but lots of work has gone into the planning,â&#x20AC;? Bass Coast Shire Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event coordinator Frank Angarane said. San Remo traders, businesses and community groups are busy preparing and are looking forward to providing additional services for the influx of visitors expected at the event. Instigator of the Blessing of the Bikes event and Mirboo North trader Marcel Widmer said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone cannot wait for the event and everyone is well and truly prepared. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bass Coast Shire Council has put a big effort into the whole thing which has been great. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There will be no outside traders; weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re keeping it a local event as always. The locals get a lot out of it.â&#x20AC;? Mr Widmer said most San Remo accommodation was almost booked out, with only a few rooms left. San Remo will be buzzing, with local schools, Lions club and local football clubs involved, and bands performing at pubs on Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. Bikes will begin arriving in San Remo from 8am, with the bulk arriving from 11am in preparation for a 2pm ceremony. To add to the atmosphere, there will be a number of motorcycle related stalls and live entertainment in the lead up to the ceremony and speeches. Bass Coast mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield said the event was an excellent addition to the Bass Coast events calendar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m thrilled San Remo will be hosting a Blessing of the Bikes,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Holding this event in Bass Coast, and in the week leading up to our MotoGP, complements our event calendar perfectly.â&#x20AC;? The bikes will park in the foreshore car parks, and along the full length of Marine Parade between Woolamai Grove and Back Beach Road. Bergin Grove, Wynne Road and Edgar Road will be closed at Marine Parade, but will be accessible via Back Beach Road. Emergency access will be available in Marine Parade at all times. The Blessing of the Bikes is a free public event and interested community members are welcome to attend. For more information visit basscoast.vic.gov.au/ events.

Spectacular event: from left, San Remo and District Tourism and Business Association vice president and Westernport Hotel manager Nick Say, association president Craig Edmonds, Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield, Mirboo Northâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inline 4 Cafe co-owner Sabine Widmer, Reverend John McMahon, Berwick and Inline 4 Cafe co-owner Marcel Widmer are expecting up to 8000 motorcycles at the upcoming San Remo Blessing of the Bikes to be held on Saturday, October 14.

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Photographers showcase spectacular South Gippsland WINNERS have been announced in Prom Country Regional Tourism’s winter photo competition.

First class: Leongatha Senior Citizens Club’s Ian Rasmussen (left) and president Topsy Winkler (right) congratulate treasurer Kay Cook on receiving a Commonwealth Bank, 2017 Not For Profit Treasurers Award.

Seniors honour treasurer Kay LEONGATHA Senior Citizens’ outstanding treasurer Kay Cook has received an award in recognition of her service. Members nominated Ms Cook, treasurer for the past five years, for a Commonwealth Bank, 2017 Not For Profit Treasurers Award in recognition of the excellent way in which she carries out her demanding duties. Her patience and assistance to elderly members, and her clear and concise financial reports to committee meetings and the annual general meeting have been appreciated by all. The award was presented by club

president Topsy Winkler at a recent meeting, much to Ms Cook’s surprise. Recently, 50 members partook of a lovely fish and chip luncheon, with apple slice for a dessert, prior to enjoying an hour and a half of entertainment provided by Pamela and Howard Rowe’s Duo Melodica. Leongatha’s The Corals takeaway shop and Thornton’s Bakery supplied lunch. New members are always welcome to enjoy weekly entertainment from 1pm at the club at the Leongatha Dakers Centre. The club’s luncheon is held on the third Friday of each month. President Topsy Winkler would welcome your call to 5662 5950.

More than 100 excellent images were entered this year, which made choosing a winner a difficult task. After much review, the judges awarded the best image prize to Janine Clark from Nerrena, for her photo, Golden Glow, which showed a dry dairy cow looking into the sunset, thankful for a mild winter. The people’s choice award was presented to the photographer whose photo received the most votes from the public during September. This year’s award went to Shirley Arestia of Korumburra for her worthy image, Winter Walks, which was taken in Outtrim and shows another beautiful perspective of the Prom Country region. Prom Country Regional Tourism chair Philip Botte was pleased with the calibre of this year’s entrants. “We were thrilled with the number of entries but selecting a winner was very difficult with so many great photos,” he said. “We loved the different ways people approached the winter theme and would like to thank everyone for their participation. Prom Country Regional Tourism is keen to run

Clear winner: Janine Clark of Nerrena captured this photo, Golden Glow, named best image in Prom Country Regional Tourism’s winter photo competition. another competition next year, during a different season.” The winter photo competition was the second undertaken by the regional tourism and business association. You can view all of the entries at www. promcountryphotocomp. com.au

Fresh perspective: Shirley Arestia of Korumburra won the people’s choice award in Prom Country Regional Tourism’s winter photo competition with her photo Winter Walks.

Rotary club eyes new home BASS Coast Shire Council has supported Wonthaggi Rotary Club’s endeavour to lease the South Dudley Hut building. The intent to lease the site was made public and the Rotary club is now waiting to hear if there were any objections. The hut has been an empty site since 2015, and currently there is no demand from community groups to use it. If successful, the club will lease the site for a term of up to nine years. It will be used as a meeting place and

a storage site. Currently, the club stores its equipment at members’ homes, as it does not have permanent storage space. The councillors unanimously voiced their support at the September council meeting. “It’s a win-win situation. It will be great for South Dudley to have the Rotary club there. It will be good to have a bit of life back on that site,” deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari said. “It’s a great result and I am sure they will have it looking fantastic.”

Cr Les Larke said he supported the Rotary club’s quest for a new home. “My only concern is the aspect of security,” he said. “The hut is a modest building within parkland and I don’t know how secure it is.” The Rotary club offered to maintain the site, should it be successful, which would cut costs to council and ensure a community group used the building. It would also construct a small shed to heighten security.

Inspiring group: U3A Mirboo North and District president Cheryl Miscamble discusses term four classes with new member Peter Cooper.

Rotary focuses on community

Members rush to join U3A Mirboo North

THE Wonthaggi Rotary Club is focusing its attentions on local businesses and youth to see out the year.

A NEW group to stimulate the minds of Mirboo North residents is taking off. U3A Mirboo North and District was established several months ago and is attracting new members. President Cheryl Miscamble said, “We did it! After our very first enrolment day at the Mirboo North Community Shed, we now have a solid group of members enrolled in activities or classes. “They get to choose from a rich set of courses and activities, ranging from cinema appreciation, gardening, ukulele, energy efficiency, creative writing, games, crafts and more.” Across Australia, U3A has hundreds of groups with thousands of members providing classes and activities for retired

and semi-retired members. It’s all done by volunteers who are passionate about lifelong learning and active ageing. Most U3A groups have enrolment days before the start of each term. They are a chance to learn about the courses and activities on offer, hear about what’s happening with the group, and chat with other members. The recent enrolment day was held at the Mirboo North Community Shed. People who could not attend the enrolment day can still join the group and enrol online at www.u3amnd.org.au The membership fee is a modest $45 per person, covering the remainder of 2017 and up to the end of 2018. Members can enrol for as many courses and activities as they wish.

A business leadership forum is on the cards for October 21. The seminar will feature guest speaker Parks Victoria CEO Matthew Jackson. On top of this, Wonthaggi Rotary Club has collaborated with rotary clubs from Phillip Island, Inverloch, Korumburra and Foster to have motivational speaker Marcus Akhuta-Brown visit students in South Gippsland. Travelling from New Zealand, Mr Akhuta-Brown uses his powerful messages and creative style to inspire young people to reach their potential. With the students, he will discuss the choices they will face in life, and how believing in yourself will deliver the best outcomes. For businesses, a major business

seminar was recently held, which included a supper and one of the best auctions the Rotary club has facilitated. In January or February, another business forum will be held, focused

on marketing. Wonthaggi Rotary Club president Ashley Lamers said there is plenty happening to see out the rest of 2017, including the potential shift into a new meeting place in South Dudley.

Exciting times for Lions THE Wonthaggi Lions Club has a full calendar in the lead up to the end of the year. On top of its weekly sausage sizzles, the club has many projects that will benefit the community. In November, it will join forces with the Wonthaggi Rotary Club to do restoration work and gardening at the Bass Coast Specialist School. The club’s delicious Christmas cakes and puddings will be available for sale for six weeks starting in November. The club will have a pop up shop to ensure everyone has the op-

portunity to buy a dessert. The Lions club is also looking forward to the district convention to be hosted by the Stratford Lions Club this year. This year’s theme is “To be or not to be...having fun whilst making a difference”, and the convention will be held at the Ibis Styles Hotel in Sale. It is an annual meeting and a convention all in one, giving Lions clubs representatives the chance to meet other delegates from across the district, and promote community values and activities.

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Creating a forest pays off for farmers Brown By Brad Lester EMMA and Aaron Brown were faced with the conundrum of what do with the steep hills on their Korumburra farm. The hills spanned 37ha and were too hilly for grazing. Revegetating the land to address erosion and landslips, and create habitat for wildlife seemed like the way to go. But doing so seemed like an expensive, time consuming task, given the size of the land and the difficulty of the terrain. Then Emma came across Greenfleet, an environmental non-profit organisation that plants native forests for free to capture carbon from the atmosphere. “Greenfleet planted 37,000 trees in several weeks and that was just with two people. They did it exceptionally quickly,” she said. “Greenfleet did all the soil testing and evaluation of what should be planted. It had to go over the old records of what was here originally and use that as a guide for the plantings.” The planting suited the Browns’ free range eggs

business Glorious Googies, as the hens are restricted to flatter land. “Eggs do not like rolling. We have used the tops of the hills for the chooks and as the trees grow, we will use sheep to graze in between areas,” Emma said. “We have to keep on top of the ragwort and thistles as we would normally but as the trees get established, we will not have as much pasture for them to blow into.” Aaron said the farm had just a single remnant tree that had survived land clearing by the original settlers and lightning strike. Now it is threatened by termites. “We want native trees to create shelter belts for when we get sheep in the future and the trees will give us better pasture too because the trees will help them not to dry out too quickly,” he said. “There is one tree that is over my head already and it’s only been one year since Greenfleet planted.” A condition of Greenfleet planting is that the forest cannot be harvested for 105 years. In Gippsland, Greenfleet has already reforested 33 properties, revegetating almost 716 hectares with more than 765,000 native trees. The organisation has

worked with 23 landholders, including 17 private owners as well as Parks Victoria, South Gippsland Water, Bass Council, Fonterra and Latrobe City Council. Greenfleet CEO Wayne Wescott said research undertaken in 2014 shows native vegetation can raise property values by up to 16 percent compared to similar properties without any native vegetation. “This is a substantial economic incentive for landowners to consider native tree planting on their property,” he said. “The environmental benefits are also significant. The forests that Greenfleet plants capture carbon pollution from the atmosphere, provide vital habitat to native wildlife, conserve biodiversity and generate resilience to climate change in the landscape. “By hosting a new native forest and protecting it for up to 100 years, owners are restoring the land’s environmental value, which improves water quality, rebuilds native habitat and provides livestock with shelter and shade.” Greenfleet will oversee all aspects of revegetation, from land assessment and site preparation to species selection and planting.

Coming along: Aaron and Emma Brown admire the progress of indigenous trees planted on their Korumburra farm by environmental non-profit organisation Greenfleet, which is now seeking more Gippsland properties to plant – for free.

Plant species are chosen to reflect the local environment and what would have been growing on the site before it was cleared. To contact Greenfleet or learn more, visit www.greenfleet.org.au/landowners Greenfleet was originally a project of the Foster Foundation, then based at Koonwarra, and the first trees were planted at Bass River.

Back then: Greenfleet staff get underway revegetating the Browns’ Korumburra property.

Fox-free Phillip Island to save bandicoots WHEN Phillip Island Nature Parks launched its Fox Eradication Program in 2006, the vision was to protect Phillip Island’s biodiversity and wildlife, and work towards an environment free from the destruction wrought by the European red fox.

BILLY Luca Misale was born on September 26 at Leongatha Hospital. Billy is another son for Karl and Sarah Misale of Leongatha and a brother for Logan, 7, and Addison, 4.

Help shape your water corporation SOUTH Gippslanders are being asked to give feedback to their local water corporation this month. Gippsland’s four water corporations Westernport Water, South Gippsland Water, Gippsland Water and East Gippsland Water - are working together on the survey, seeking feedback on overall satisfaction, current services as well as ideas on planning for the future of the region. “Gathering feedback is really important for us both in terms of measuring where we are at now and also assessing what customers want from us in the future,” South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said. “By working together, Gippsland’s water corporations are not only saving money,

we’re also able to compare our results which can be really useful.” The telephone surveys will commence on Wednesday, October 11 and continue for two weeks. The survey company, TKW (Insync), will clearly identify themselves at the start of the call and will not engage in any sales pitch during the call. “This is all about gathering information from customers and not selling any product or service. If customers receive calls from people offering to sell water filters or any other water device, that is not our survey,” Mr du Plessis said. The calls will take around 10 minutes with the customer being asked around 20 questions about service, prices, and their expectations.

This vision has become a reality with the historic announcement that Phillip Island is now fox-free, paving the way for a release of the critically endangered Eastern Barred Bandicoot. “The implementation of this comprehensive control program has resulted in the reduction of the fox population from an estimated 150 individuals in 2006 to undetectable levels today, with no physical evidence found in over two years,” Catherine Basterfield, Phillip Island Nature Parks CEO, said. “While we are confident we have removed foxes from Phillip Island, we will continue our robust monitoring program into the future to ensure they do not re-establish on the island. “Not only does this landmark achievement protect the island’s iconic wildlife such as penguins and shearwaters, it also

provides Phillip Island with a unique opportunity to save a native animal from extinction in Victoria. The Eastern Barred Bandicoot has been wiped out on the mainland by foxes and habitat loss, and now we can give this marsupial its best chance of survival by releasing it onto Phillip Island.” This extraordinary achievement has been made possible by the long term contributions from Zoos Victoria and the Eastern Barred Bandicoot Recovery Team that have worked to preserve the species in fenced and captive environments until suitable fox-free environments became available. Eastern Barred Bandicoots were released on Churchill Island in 2015 by Phillip Island Nature Parks, Zoos Victoria and members of the Eastern Barred Bandicoots Recovery Team as a trial for future releases onto other fox-free islands. The bandicoots on Churchill Island increased from 20 to about 120 in two years before the population stopped growing and stabilised around this number. The Churchill Island trial has demonstrated that bandicoots can successfully establish in island environments and have positive impacts such as reduced soil compaction, and improved nutrient and

New beginnings: Eastern Barred Bandicoots will be released on Phillip Island after the island was declared free of foxes. water infiltration, with no observed negative effects. Phillip Island Nature Parks is planning a release of Eastern Barred Bandicoots onto the Summerland Peninsula on Phillip Island in late October, with support from the Eastern Barred Bandicoots Recovery Team. “These unique locations will provide a safe haven for the Critically Endangered Eastern Barred Bandicoot,” Dr Jenny Gray, CEO of Zoos Victoria, said. “This marks a considerable milestone for the species and provides us with confidence for the release on Phillip Island. We look forward to watching the population of Eastern Barred Bandicoots grow and continuing to work with our multiple valued part-

ners to save the species from extinction.” Phillip Island Nature Parks acknowledges the generous funding support provided by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust for the EBB program, and from the Ian Potter Foundation and Penguin Foundation for the Fox Eradication Program. The EBB Recovery Team includes representatives from (in alphabetical order): Conservation Volunteers Australia, Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP), Mt Rothwell Biodiversity Interpretation Centre, National Trust of Australia, Parks Victoria, Phillip Island Nature Parks, the University of Melbourne, Tiverton Property Partnering and Zoos Victoria.

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Farming Insight Focus Farm looks at bigger picture “One of the big things has been the posiTHE Fish Creek Focus Farm has been about more efficient pasture usage and a tive impact that the Focus Farm has had on improving communication within the family and bigger role for Shaun Cope in the family with employees,” she said. business. “There has also been a lot of work done to

Graeme, Jenny, Shaun’s wife Sharna and Shaun himself have been working with co-facilitator John Mulvany as the family seeks to transition the farm business from one generation to the next. While that has been happening, Shaun has been busy improving the farm’s pasture management, which has seen a focus on faster rotations for better feed efficiency. Speaking at the recent Focus Farm open day, Graeme Cope said his son’s work in the pasture space had been paying dividends in terms of milk production. “We have been trying to graze at the two and a half leaf stage, whereas before we were letting it go a bit and we weren’t getting as much milk as we could have,” he said. Pasture was a major focus of discussions at the open day, which drew more than 70 people to the Kerrs Road farm where 720 cows are milked on 319 hectares. Another point of interest was the family’s approach to succession planning, which Graeme said has been aided by Mr Mulvany’s input. “John has had a day with each party and then both of us together to try and help get it all sorted Focus on farm: co-facilitators John Mulvany, left and Karen Romano, right with Shaun, out,” he said. “Shaun is buying 120 cows and I’m giving Sharna, baby Jet, Graeme and Jenny Cope at the Focus Farm open day held at the Copes’ him 30 heifer calves each year. Within five years Fish Creek farm recently. he has indicated he would like to do his own thing on his own farm, but I’m hoping he might want to stick around.” GippsDairy regional extension officer and co-facilitator of the Focus Farm, Karen Romano, said the past year has seen good progress made against the Focus Farm’s initial business goals, while also tackling pop-up issues as they have arisen.

create a pathway for Shaun to transition into the business and there have been good discussions about Petriks and how they have been integrated into the farm system along with traditional fertilisers.” For a copy of the Focus Farm notes email karen@gippsdairy.com.au

Day out: Meeniyan’s Charlie McInnes with fellow Dookie AgScience student Rhiannon McPhee at the Focus Farm held at Fish Creek recently.

• VLE Leongatha

Heavy heifers rewarded for quality at market The next sale draw - October 11 & 12: 1. THERE were approximately 950 export and 50 young cattle penned representing SEJ, 2. Elders, 3. Rodwells, 4. Landmark, 5. Alex Scott & Staff, 6. Phelan & Henderson & an increase of 200 head week on week. Co.

The usual buying group was present but not all operating in a slightly dearer market in places. Quality remained mixed with a few more grown steers, bullocks and beef cows while dairy cows still represented the majority of the offering. A handful of trade cattle sold firm. Grown steers and bullocks sold 5c/kg dearer than the Talk time: Parmalat’s Andrew Wood chats with Nyora’s Lyn Mitchard and Russell Follett single pen offered last sale. Heavy weight grown heifers sold dearer for better quality. Manufacturfrom Poowong. ing steers sold firm for most. Heavy beef cows started a little softly for some but firmed up as the sale ran, with all grades lifting 2c to 6c/kg. The better shaped heavy weight bulls eased 4c while the dairy lots improved a few cents. Yearling trade steers sold from 267c to 273c/ kg for a handful. Yearling heifers to the trade made between 240c and 255c/kg. Grown steers sold between 267c and 275c/kg. A couple of pens of bullocks made 280c and 281c/ kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish sold from 253c to 268c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers made between 212c and 235c with the crossbred portion between 213c and 266c/kg. Most light and medium cows sold between 156c and 216c/kg. Heavy weight cows made mostly from 194c to 239c/kg. The better shaped heavy bulls sold from 223c to 252c, with the dairy lots from 210c to 230c/kg.

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Prime Sale - Wednesday, October 4 BULLOCKS 12 S. & B. McLaren, Woodleigh Vale 730.0kg 9 M.P. Kennedy, Nerrena 706.1kg 14 D. Timmins, Glengarry 613.6kg 6 S. & L. Harrison, Giffard 578.3kg 4 A. & D. Peters, Leongatha 637.5kg 7 M.E. Telling, Yarram 613.6kg STEERS 2 S. & L. Harrison, Giffard 512.5kg 4 M. Triantafyllou, Woodside 473.8kg 5 G. & J. Cook, Yanakie 481.0kg 1 The Firs (Vic) P/L, Korumburra 450.0kg 1 A. Coleman 285.0kg 1 W. & T. Warren, Denison 530.0kg HEIFERS 1 G. & R. Knox, Loch 510.0kg 1 M.E. Telling, Yarram 505.0kg 4 D. & W. Farmer, Glengarry 463.8kg 1 M. Triantafyllou, Woodside 490.0kg 10 G. & B. Morrison 559.0kg 4 A. & T. Derham, Maryvale 432.5kg COWS 1 D. Pilkington, F. Toohey, Waratah Nth 690.0kg 3 A. & C. Blain, Fish Creek 611.7kg 2 N. & J. Buckland, Fish Creek 612.5kg 2 S.P. Dunlop, Meeniyan 655.0kg 6 M.P. Kennedy, Nerrena 615.0kg 2 Mrs J. Holt, Yinnar 535.0kg BULLS 1 D. Pilkington, F. Toohey, Waratah Nth 1160.0kg 1 S. & L. Harrison, Giffard 960.0kg 1 D. & C. Roberts, Foster 955.0kg 1 T. & J. Allott, Welshpool 665.0kg 1 Vuillerman Past Co, Yanakie 950.0kg 1 O’Hara Realty P/L, Yinnar 1005.0kg VEALER BULLS 1 R. & A. Douch, Hedley 240.0kg

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Farming Insight

Jelbarts’ auction a success ALMOST 300 cows were sold in the Jelbart family’s complete herd dispersal sale at Leongatha VLE on Friday.

The Jelbarts were selling their stock from the Caldermeade farm. In total, 272 milking cows and 21 heifers were sold at an overall average price of $1931 per head. The highest priced milking cow went for $3900 and averages 43.5 litres. Director Tim Jelbart said the family was happy with the result and was pleased to see many local buyers. Caldermeade farm was bought by the late Max and Barbe Jelbart in 2006. Max was an icon in the dairy industry and had a lot of success at his farms in Caldermeade and Pound Creek. Tim said the time had come to sell Caldermeade so the family could focus on the Pound Creek property. The Jelbarts currently have 1000 head of cattle at Pound Creek. The cattle sold on the day were in prime condition, a mix of ages and averaged 30 litres. Tim thanked the farm staff at Caldermeade, and Gerard Brislin from Genetics Australia for ensuring a successful auction, and Dave Dorling and his team for trucking the cows to Koonwarra.

Top left: Sale day: from left, Gerard Brislin from Genetics Australia, director George Jelbart, Pound Creek farm manager Mike Kilkenny, director Tim Jelbart and Caldermeade farm manager William Ryan had more than 300 head of cattle up for auction at Leongatha VLE on Friday.

At auction: Kardella South’s Mick Debenham and Leongatha Landmark’s John Bowler showed interest in the Caldermeade auction on Friday.

Quality beef: from left, Robert, Lexie and Peter Carmichael from Dalyston checked out what was on offer at the Yancowinna Angus spring sale, Cape Paterson yesterday (Monday). More details in next week’s Star.

Great sale: Jill Rattle and Chris Worthy from Korumburra browsed the excellent line of unjoined yearling heifers and working age bulls at the Yancowinna Angus spring sale yesterday (Monday).

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meetings

WOORAYL LODGE INC. LEONGATHA

Thursday, October 19

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

7.30pm In the Dining Room at Stony Creek Recreation Reserve

FAIRER WORLD BAZAAR Saturday, October 21 9.30am - 1.30pm LEONGATHA UNITING CHURCH HALL Peart Street ~ an alternative gift fair ~ Making a difference Queries: Johanna 5662 2494

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STONY CREEK COMBINED COMMITTEE

AGM

public notice

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public notice MARINE LICENCE COURSE Vic. Boat Licence with Jetski endorsement

LEONGATHA Wednesday, October 18 6pm - 10pm BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Phone Bob: 0417 524 005 Approved TSV course www.abcboating.com ABN 43080057923

KORUMBURRA-WONTHAGGI ROAD PAVEMENT REHABILITATION WORKS Downer Group advises roadworks will be carried out on behalf of VicRoads during the following time period:

Commencing the week of 23rd October 2017 for approximately 6 weeks (weather permitting) on the:

Korumburra-Wonthaggi Road Between South Gippsland Highway and Bena-Kongwak Road. Motorists can expect lane closures and minor delays. Downer Group apologises for any inconvenience. Any queries can be directed to Charles Mazaba on 0438 051 584

Traffic Management Notice Construction activity associated with the Lance Creek Water Connection pipeline is scheduled to commence from Wednesday 27 September 2017 Preparation of the construction corridor and the delivery of pipe, construction equipment and other materials will increase large vehicle traffic along Korumburra-Wonthaggi Road Traffic management controls will be in place to minimise disruption and maximise safety. This will initially affect the section of road between Kongwak and Korumburra. Road users are advised to take care and allow extra time in their journey. Pipeline construction is scheduled for completion mid-late 2018.

meetings

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The Annual General Meeting of Contributors to Woorayl Lodge Inc. will be held at Woorayl Lodge, 71-73 McCartin Street, Leongatha

7PM ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2017 Business 1. To conﬁrm Minutes of the 2016 Annual General Meeting. 2. To receive the President’s Report and Reports under Section 34 of the Retirement Villages Act and Section 96 of the Aged Care Act. 3. To elect four members to the Board. Persons nominated must be Contributors. Mrs. Judith Bright, Mr. Mark Pearce and Mr. Garry Van Sinderen retire in accordance with the Rules and are eligible for re election for a three year period and there is also one other position available. 4. To appoint an Auditor. 5. To transact business of which at least fourteen days notice in writing has been given. Nominations on the approved form for positions on the Board and that of Auditor must be lodged with ‘The Chair’ at Woorayl Lodge, no later than noon on Monday, October 23, 2017.

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public notice Mirboo North Football Netball Club

Expression of Interest – 2018 NETBALL COACHES MNFNC is seeking expressions of interest from experienced netball coaches for our 2018 season for the following teams:

A Grade/Head Coach, 15&U, 17&U, B, C & D Grade Further information can be obtained by contacting Katrina Palmer on 0423 127 911 EOI’s can be e-mailed to palmkat70@gmail.com by Monday 16th October 2017

Prom Country Aged Care is a community-based residential aged care service located at Prom Country House in Foster. We provide ageing in place residential care services as well as shortterm respite care for our local community. Our 60 bed home is fully licensed and accredited to Government standards. We are searching for motivated, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our care team in the roles of Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse.

Enrolled Nurse/ Registered Nurse

Customer Satisfaction Survey 2016 South Gippsland Water values feedback from its customers. Your input is important as it helps us improve water and wastewater services across the region. We have a variety of avenues through which customers can provide us with information, including our customer satisfaction survey to be conducted during October 2017. Customers will be randomly selected and contacted by phone to participate in the survey. An independent research company, who will identify themselves as TKW (on behalf of Insync), will conduct the phone survey. You can participate in the survey anonymously & conﬁdentially. We look forward to using the survey results to beneﬁt our customers and region.

T. 1300 051 636 www.sgwater.com.au

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Casual Our Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses work to ensure the direct care needs of all residents are met through overseeing and evaluating care plans, and the individualised nursing needs of the residents. Key selection criteria: Essential • Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Must be a team player with the ability to multi-task • The ability to demonstrate a professional and friendly manner at all times • Demonstrated high level of analytical, written and verbal skills • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work without supervision • Demonstrated excellent time management skills Desirable • Mature outlook with the ability to relate and converse with older people Applications close 5pm Friday 20 October 2017 For a position description or other enquiries: Carina Ross, Care Manager T: 03 5682 0800 E: carina.ross@promcountryagedcare.com.au Please send your resumé and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: carina.ross@promcountryagedcare.com.au

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CASUAL JOBS AVAILABLE

Personal Assistant to the Principal Newhaven College is an independent co-educational school on Phillip Island that offers quality education for students from Prep to Year 12. We seek an experienced, full-time professional to provide high-level executive assistance to the Principal and to lead the Administration team. For a position description and how to apply visit www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au Applications close Monday 16 October In accordance with Child Protection legislation, preferred applicants will be subject to employment screening.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT APPOINTMENTS Due to routine retirements, the opportunity exists for committed local community members to join the Board of Management and make a positive contribution to the provision of high quality health service in South Gippsland. These positions will be appointed from 1st July 2018. Applications are sought from people with a longterm commitment to and involvement in their local communities. Applicants must be able to demonstrate and provide evidence in support of the skills they identify in their applications. Skills and expertise in business management, legal issues, people management and/or organisation change will be highly regarded. Recommendations are made by the Minister and formal appointments are made by the Governor in Council, having regard for the need to ensure that the Board includes a balance of expertise in areas such as business and management, community knowledge, health, ﬁnance, law, human resources etc.

Be involved and make a difference! For further information including how to apply, please visit www.health.vic.gov.au/governance Applications close 5pm Monday 6 November 2017

Is your son or daughter at Uni or Tafe in Melbourne and looking for casual work in a shop environment Contact Colin 0407 343 430

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FARM WORKER Checking stock and water, 10-20 hours per week, flexible. Close to Leongatha. Suit retired farmer. Ph: 0418555833, 5662-2284.

MILKER REQUIRED Experienced person required for rotary dairy, 5 mins from Korumburra, milking every second weekend plus 2-3 weekday milkings. Ph; 0419-369455.

CARAVAN 16ft 60s-70s Millard, 4 berth, needs good clean, TLC and tyres inflated. Suit teenager retreat. Must pick up, $600. Ph: 0487292527.

POULTRY / CAGE BIRD Traralgon AUCTION Showgrounds Poultry Pavilion, Sunday, October 15, 10.30am. Wide variety of poultry, hens, ducks, many breeds, fertile eggs. Open for sellers from 8am. Ph: 5197 7270.

POSITION VACANT

Position Farm Sales / Deliveries We are seeking highly motivated sales and delivery drivers (1 Korumburra, 1 Foster) to supply our customers with their dairy consumables. These positions consist of selling and supplying dairy farmers with their daily requirements throughout South Gippsland and will be a full time position. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of goods, ordering of stock, and will be self-motivated and able to work unassisted with good time management skills. Experience in the dairy industry is an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. Applications should be sent to: The Manager, PO Box 316, Korumburra. Applications close 17/10/17

We are seeking a highly motivated team member who would like to take advantage of becoming a Meat Apprentice within our Leongatha Store. • 4 Year fully accredited apprenticeship • Full Time Position – Possible alternating roster (Mon-Fri / Tues – Sat) • On the job training • Meat Award wage applies We will provide all the necessary training and support for you to further your career within Michaels SUPA IGA Stores. Apply in writing to or call: Chris O’Leary mgrlg@michaelsiga.com.au 03 5662 6644

REQUIRED

The Program Manager is responsible for the operational management of the teaching and support staff within the Nursing/Aged Care area. If you are a motivated individual with skills and knowledge to share, this could be the role for you.

We are seeking a suitably qualiﬁed and experienced Registered Nurse to provide a single contact point for general practice, health professionals, service providers and consumers to access the Bass Coast Health Community Nursing Program.

Associate Nurse Unit Manager Central Sterilising Department Permanent Part-Time 56 hours per fortnight (0.74 EFT) A new opportunity exists to join Bass Coast Health’s busy Central Sterilising Department team as an ANUM under the direction of the Unit Manager. For full position details including position descriptions, closing dates for applications and how to apply please visit the employment section on our website: www.basscoasthealth.org.au Bass Coast Health is a Smoke Free organisation

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Further information on the above role can be obtained from www.federationtraining.edu.au or by contacting Michelle Mason Woods on 0427 837 109 or Human Resources on 03 5120 4540. Applicants must apply online. No late or hard copy applications can be accepted.

NATIONAL PROVIDER NUMBER 0417

Permanent Part-Time Position – 32 hours per fortnight (0.42 EFT)

Experienced operator required, minimum 5 years experience. Must be reliable and able to work unsupervised. BASED IN TARWIN LOWER Contact Dave 0438 056 987

Federation Training (TAFE) is a leading provider of quality regional education and training services. The Institute is a multi-campus facility with major campuses located at Bairnsdale, Sale/Fulham, Lakes Entrance, Traralgon, Morwell, Leongatha, Yallourn, Warragul and Chadstone.

Position Vacancies Bass Coast Health

Coordinator Intake & Allocation Community Nursing Program

EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

• Full Time Ongoing Role • Based across multiple Federation Training Campuses • Job Reference No. 1802

Applications close 2pm Monday 16th October, 2017.

Bass Coast Health is seeking applications for the following positions:

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Appointments to the boards of directors of public health services and public hospitals (Including multi-purpose services and early parenting centres)

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EXPERIENCE PREFERRED Apply in person to: Leongatha Car Detailing Cnr Yarragon & Watson Roads, Leongatha

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FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408980-711, A/H 56625175. HAY - small squares, new season, shedded, no weeds. Can deliver, conditions apply. Produced for horses (quality), $8 each. Ph: 5664-1320. HAY: Small square bales, excellent for cattle and horses, Nerrena $8. Ph: 5664-9289. ISA BROWN chickens, point of lay, Mirboo North. Ph: 0433776369. 1980 JAYCO camper. All new custom made canvas/flys. Fully renovated, new electric brakes, with annex, 4x4 wheels, $7,000. Ph: 0427-878572. OATEN cereal hay 8x3x4 bales, reasonable quality, green throughout. Delivered to South Gippsland, $154 inc GST. BD loads only. Phone Dale 0438863377. 2 QUEEN Anne single beds, $150 for both; 2 matching bedside tables, $150 for both; small antique style table $50; DX7 Yamaha keyboard $450. All VG condition. 5682-1688, 0427-127050. 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. TIMBER Kiln dried blackwood, silver wattle, cypress, celery top pine, most sizes for furniture and craft, also slabs and structural pine. Ph: 5681-2261.

wanted to buy ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

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SALES PERSON The Minister for Health, the Hon Jill Hennessy MP, is pleased to invite applications for part time board positions of public health services and public hospitals (including multi purpose services and early parenting centres) with terms of ofﬁce commencing from 1 July 2018. The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring every Victorian receives safe and high quality healthcare. Applicants must be able to demonstrate and provide evidence in support of the skills they identify in their applications. These positions provide an exciting opportunity for suitably qualiﬁed and experienced persons to contribute and provide high level advice on the delivery of public health care to the Victorian community. The Victorian Government has also committed to ensuring government boards and committees broadly mirror the diversity present in Victoria's communities. This includes appropriate representation of women, regional Victorians, Aboriginal people, young Victorians, Victoria’s culturally diverse community, the LGBTI community and Victorians living with a disability. Applications close at 5pm Monday 6 November 2017. Further information including how to apply, please visit www.health.vic.gov.au/governance

BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

Do you love serving customers? Do you want to join an energetic team of car lovers? Our franchise is a member of the Autobarn group who are one of Australia’s leading Automotive Spare parts and Accessories retailers. We are seeking dynamic, self motivated, enthusiastic and flexible team members to fill part time positions in our Leongatha team. If you have an exceptional phone manner, enjoy serving customers and have strong communication and people skills then we want to hear from you. With a relaxed and fun team environment, consistent professional development and a company that truly values a work/life balance then this could be the opportunity for you. Automotive retail experience is an advantage but not essential. A seven day roster applies. An attractive salary package is offered commensurate with experience and performance. Resumés should be emailed or delivered to the Store Manager. sales@leongatha.autobarn.com.au More information about Autobarn can be found on our website: www.autobarn.com.au

Happy 60th Birthday KENNY HOBBS XOX All the family

births ELLIOTT (Clark) Congratulations Rene and Keenan on the arrival of our 5th granddaughter Bailey Nyah on September 20 at South Gippsland Hospital, Foster. Sister for Jada and Zarly. All our love, Nan and Pa Elliott (Lyndy and Graeme), Uncle Jonothan, Auntie Sarah and cousins Willow and Scout. ELLIOTT (Clark) Thank you Rene and Keenan for our third granddaughter, niece and great granddaughter Bailey Nyah. Nan Binny, Poppy Pete, Sarah, James and Great Nan Bev Hoban.

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BELLINGHAM - Phillip John. Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital. Loved only brother of Fred, brother-in-law to Cynthia and dear uncle to Darren, Glenn and Narelle, and families.

All areas - 5672 3123 jenny_milkins@hotmail.com

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bereavement thanks HELMS - The family of Daisy Helms would like to thank everyone for their expressions of sympathy and kindness, their support and prayers at the passing of our wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

deaths ANDREWS (nee Williams) Bertha Lamorna. Passed away peacefully at Woorayl Lodge, Leongatha on October 7, 2017 aged 90 years. Formerly of Poowong, Wonthaggi, Gympie (Qld), Kardella and Mirboo North. Beloved wife of Albie (dec). Adored mum and friend of Doug and Alison, Bev (dec), Kevin and Val, Ruth and Ken, Maree and Don. Devoted nana to 15 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. Thank you for the memories we shared. the love that you gave and the way you cared. You left a space no one can fill. We will miss you now and always will.

BELLINGHAM - Phillip (Phil). Passed away peacefully. Good neighbours for 12 years. Sincere sympathy to Norma and family. Daryl, Darren.

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Life honour for Suzanne SUZANNE Wightman won the Dick Howarth Memorial Life Membership Award at the annual general meeting of South Gippsland Landcare Network on Saturday.

An early founder of the Mardan Mirboo North Landcare Group, and Ms Wightman helped

RYAN (nee Fleming) Mary Elizabeth. 09.08.1918 04.10.2017 In her 100th year. Passed away peacefully amongst loved ones, including the wonderful staff at Olivet Nursing Home, Ringwood. Much loved wife of Laurie (dec). Lynette and Denise have treasured their wonderful mum for nearly 70 years, and will continue to share stories with Mary’s 6 grandchildren, Kylie, Nathan, Shannon and Evan, Bonnie and Virginia, and her 13 great grandchildren, Oscar, Ebony, Ranakye, Dakota, James, Jesse, Billy, Brodie and Luci, and Mikaylia, Ayvah, Peppa and Macey. We will keep the story going with a cuppa.

funerals ANDREWS - A funeral service to celebrate the life of Mrs Bertha Lamorna Andrews will be held at St Mary’s Anglican Church, Mirboo North on Friday, October 13, 2017 commencing at 11am. Following the above service, the funeral will leave for the Mirboo North Cemetery.

HOPE - A Graveside Service for the placement of ashes of the late Rosemary Margaret Helen Hope will be held at the Korumburra Cemetery on Friday, October 13, 2017 commencing at 11am.

Lynne and Rob, Denise and Graeme and families.

tares of farmland and changed it to their rural paradise with a mudbrick home, dam and lots of native trees. Mr Howarth joined Landcare in about 1998, two years after the Loch/Nyora Landcare Group was formed. He became particularly active when they moved to Loch in January 2001. As president of Loch/Nyora Landcare, Mr Howarth advocated for the smaller landholders, and supported the group in recruiting and involving lifestyle farmers and town dwellers in Landcare activities. He represented his local group at the South Gippsland Landcare Network as firstly a vice president and then president. In these roles he represented the broader Landcare community on various regional and state wide forums, and played a key role in assisting the network to move forward in a strategic manner during challenging times. In September 2002, Mr Howarth died after a sudden heart attack. The network elected to celebrate his life and con-

tributions to Landcare by creating a memorial award recognising outstanding contributions to the Landcare movement by a member. Two board positions were left vacant at the annual general meeting. Russell Swan was re-elected and one position remains vacant, but the board is able to run with the current number of board members. Hallston Landcare Group member Frank Dekker was elected chair, and Mark Walters of Poowong Landcare Group was elected deputy chair. Russell Swan of Leongatha, and a Tarwin Valley Landcare Group member, was elected treasurer, and Jean Carnell of Hallston was elected secretary. Other board members are Libby Anthony (Mardan Mirboo North group), David Layton (Fish Creek group group), Mark Uren (Mardan Mirboo North group), Ray Saunders (Tarwin group) and Helen Hasty (Mardan Mirboo North group). Margaret McDonald did not stand for reelection. The AGM was held at the Grandridge Brew-

Environmental advocate: Suzanne Wightman received the Dick Howarth Memorial Life Membership Award from South Gippsland Landcare Network’s chair Frank Dekker. ery at Mirboo North and 37 people enjoyed a tapas style meal. Guest speaker Alan Pentland also offered tapas style entertainment, with short stories told in verse. He held the audience enthralled with the original pieces which included his very popular Navigator. Remembered as ‘Ferret’ from the television comedy show

Fast Forward, and also a writer on that series, Mr Pentland’s words danced in the air, taking listeners to the race track for the Darwin stakes and then to his island. He is an islander in real life – on French Island – and a passionate Landcare member, and so was the perfect speaker for the AGM.

Twirlers impress at championship THE Bass Coast Baton Twirlers competed at the National Baton Twirling Championships held in Dandenong on September 30 to October 1.

BELLINGHAM - Phillip John. 25.03.1927 - 02.10.2017 Passed away peacefully at Koorooman House, Leongatha. Loved husband of Norma for 65 years. Son of Albert and Ida (both dec). Brother of Mary, Joan, Evelyn, Lorna, Shirley (all dec) and Frederick. Father of Russell and Ann; Andrew and Dianne; Neil and Lisa. Grandfather of Frances, Matt, Alice, Charles, Phillip, Ben and Carlee. Great grandfather of Helena. Loved and always remembered. BELLINGHAM - Phillip John. 25.03.1927 - 02.10.2017 Much loved dad and grandpa to Neil, Lisa, Ben and Carlee. Honest, kind and gentle. A life well lived and a rest well earned. Great memories forever. “That’s the way the system operates.” A private funeral service has been held. BELLINGHAM - Phillip. 2.10.2017 Loved father of Russell, father-in-law of Ann, grand-pa of Alice and Phillip. Fondly remembered.

establish and support the Mirboo North Secondary College Landcare Cadets program, switched her dairy farm to being organic, and planted shelterbelts with natives. She encouraged others to join Landcare and has been a volunteer with the network’s Tree Bees program. Ms Wightman has been Mardan Mirboo North group treasurer for many years and has volunteered thousands of hours to help other people plant trees on their properties. She works regularly at Mossvale Park, maintaining the beautiful facility and is part of the management group. She also works regularly at the Baths Road Reserve at Mirboo North, clearing weeds and planting trees. She supported Mardan Mirboo North Landcare Group with its recent field days. Board chair Frank Dekker presented Ms Wightman with her award in honour of Mr Howarth. He and wife Maree retired for a quiet rural life after living and working in the city. They bought two hec-

They competed against athletes from all over Australia in solo events including strut, one baton, two baton and dance twirl and team events including duets, specialised and small team. This was their first National championships. The Juvenile special-

ised team placed third in the country with its Minion themed routine. The club also received the ABTA citizenship award for Victoria due to the club’s displays in the local community, travel to competitions and fundraising. Siobhan Beecroft was awarded her five year membership award and Cassie Raschle was awarded her 10 year membership award. The competition season has finished for the year and we are looking forward to the new competition season starting.

Next year the National Championships will be held in Rockhampton. The Bass Coast Baton Twirlers are always on the lookout for new members. Baton Twirling is a sport that combines dance, gymnastics and twirling a baton. It helps to improve ambidexterity and confidence. Anyone can participate from age five up to adults. For more information, please email head coach Cassie Raschle on gippslandtwirlers@ y7mail.com.

Great experience: back from left, Siobhan Beecroft, Amara Sartori, Katie Turton, April Wass, Lily Smith and Cassie Raschle, front from left Laura Smith, Madison Thatcher, Eleanor Smith and Tahlia Raschle competed in the National Baton Twirling Championships recently.

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Goannas back on the field 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

THE first game of the season took place on Sunday with the Goannas, the Gippsland Over-60 cricket team, travelling to Dendy Park, Brighton, to take on the Bayside Over-60’s.

The weather was warm and a northerly breeze turned into a strong wind as the day progressed. Winning the toss, Bayside batted first. The Goannas opening bowlers Ian Southall and Gordon Cowling bowled tidily to keep the score to just 13 runs after 10 overs.

The Bayside openers then started to get the score moving, and were 60 at the 20 over drinks break. Kelvin Bond, Ross Williams, Fred Debono, Ray Smith and Murray Moore all bowled a few overs, with Southall, Debono, Smith and Moore each claiming a wicket as Bayside reached four for 147 from their 40 overs. Ian Gibson kept wickets for the first 20 overs, and Peter Dell for the second half of the innings, and Delly completed a stumping and took a catch. After the customary lunch break the Goannas innings was started by Debono and Williams, who were both dismissed by the ninth over.

Smith and new Goanna Paul Roughan put on 32 runs before Roughan retired hurt. Moore joined Smith and they pushed the score along to 78 at the drinks break. Captain Smith retired on reaching 40, and Moore was joined by Gibson. This pair took the score to 140 before they both retired, with Moore on 44 and Gibbo on 26. Val Popov and Dell managed to pass the opposition score, with the Goannas completing their innings at 2 for 155 from 37 overs. Bob Duljas rounded out the playing group and Ray Prowse made the trip to umpire the game, which was

much appreciated by both participating teams. The Goannas have a home game this coming weekend, and will host the Geelong Over-60 team at the Sale Oval. The game will started at 11am, and any other Gippslanders interested in Over-60’s and over-70’s cricket are most welcome to come along and witness what should be a good game of cricket. The Goannas practise at the Glengarry cricket nets from 4.30pm on Wednesday evenings and interested players should come along or register their interest with the club secretary Ian Gibson on 0427 376 776.

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Van Dijk fights for first world tour win IN a career first, Phillip Island surfer Nikki Van Dijk earned her first World Surf League win following the Cascais Women’s Pro event in Portugal recently. She arrived in Portugal ranked number seven, and turned the odds

in the final battle. Toppling three time work champion Carissa Moore of Hawaii, Van Dijk made a lifelong dream a reality. The two went head to head in a 35 minute battle that went down to the final minutes. She maintained a lead for the majority of the heat, but

Moore continued to fight, resulting in a tight finish. Van Dijk qualified for the Championship Tour in 2014, but was yet to secure the final finish. As well as sending her into the world title conversation, Van Dijk has become the first Phillip Island surfer to win a World Tour event.

Local talent: Smiths Beach’s Joe Van Dijk will make a return to competitive surfing at the Phillip Island Pro during October.

Top surfers to descend on Phillip Island THE pristine beaches of Phillip Island will play host to a slew of top surfers for the Phillip Island Pro this month.

Massive feat: Nikki Van Dijk and Carissa Moore celebrating Nikki’s victory at Cascais Women’s Pro 2017 in Cascais, Portugal. Credit: WSL / DAMIEN POULLENOT.

The inaugural year of the event will see some top local talent from Phillip Island and Victoria take on surfers from Australia and around the world. Local hope Joe Van Dijk (Smiths Beach) is looking forward to getting back in a rash vest after an injury has kept him out of the water for six months. “I’m stoked to have a QS event in my backyard. It will be awesome to be able to sleep in my own bed and get to surf some awesome waves,” he said. “This time of year on the Island has great waves, I can’t wait for it.” Surfing Victoria CEO Adam Robertson believes this is a fantastic opportunity for local surfers. “This is the only QS event in Victoria and is a fantastic opportunity for

surfers from Phillip Island and Victoria to gain competitive experience against some great surfers from around the country and world,” he said. Other notable surfers competing in the event include former world number two Brad Gerlach (USA), and Australian Junior Champions Sage Goldsbury (Phillip Island), India Robinson (Jan Juc) and Xavier Huxtable (Jan Juc). Entries for this event have been extended and will now close on October 23. Competitors can enter via the WSL Member Pro system at www.worldsurfleague.com. The Phillip Island Pro QS1000 is presented by Bass Coast Shire Council and the State Government, and supported by Westernport Water, Phillip Island Nature Park, Surfing Victoria, Surf Meal Co., Ramada Resort and Coastalwatch. More information on the World Surf League can be found at www.worldsurfleague.com.

Netballers wow at states THREE Gippsland teams competed in the Netball Vic State Titles on the weekend at Eagle Stadium in Werribee. Eighteen Victorian country and metropolitan regions were represented in each of the U15 and U17 divisions, while in the All Abilities (AA) division there were 14 teams. The teams performed extremely well, with U15 and AA making finals, and U17 finishing fifth. U15 actually finished the 17 rounds on top of the ladder, so were very disappointed to lose their semi final by two goals to eventual winner Elmer (Western

Melbourne) in a very intense, hard fought match. Indeed, all matches on the weekend were intense and hard fought, with the best junior netballers in the state representing their regions and desperate to come away victors. The U17 had many very close matches and drew against both grand finalists during the rounds, so were indeed extremely competitive and matched it with the best. Henderson (South Eastern Melbourne) was the overall U17 winner. The All Abilities team lost the semi final in a great effort to eventual winners Elmer who were a very slick outfit.

Coaches honoured SEVERAL local coaches were given top honours at the AFL Gippsland Coaches and Community Awards dinner recently.

Inaugural Bass Coast Breaker’s coach Steve Kenny received the Female Team Coach of the Year Award, while Toora Senior coach Jack Weston, and Inverloch Kongwak coach Ben Soumilas each received League Coach of the Year awards. Phillip Island Auskick Centre’s Melissa Cashman also picked up the Auskick Coordinator of the Year Award. AFL Gippsland congratulated all recipients for their dedication and commitment to their clubs.

All Abilities: the squad played all the way to the semi final in the Netball Vic State Titles on the weekend. Pictured back from left, Emily Drysdale, Brodie James, Mitchell Harry, Mitchell Price, Josh Latham, front from left, Maddison Thompson, Mycalie James, Damian Midwinter and Lauren Potter. Absent: Coach Rebecca Arnason and assistant coach Lisa Kuhne. Not all regions field an All Abilities team, and the fact that Gippsland does is testament to the wonderful efforts of coaches Rebecca Arnason and Lisa Kuhne, who noted that ours is the only region that fully includes the AA team as part of the squad attending State Titles; something they appreciate but that Gippsland committee sees as a given. All teams are administered by the same committee; they train together, stay together while away, and support each other during competition. It becomes a memorable

experience for all involved, and this year we sported smart new warm up tops (for the netballers to keep), thanks to the generous support of sponsors Korumburra Sports and Spinal Clinic, Gippsland Physiotherapy Group, Browns Stockfeeds, Elders Korumburra and Leongatha, Moons Buslines, Murray Goulburn Leongatha and Evans Petroleum. Congratulations to all coaches, players, support staff and family for another successful tournament showing that Gippsland has great netball talent.

U17: the squad came fifth overall in the Netball Vic State Titles on the weekend. Pictured back from left, Kate Lafferty (assistant coach), Irene Thorson, Kasey Thorson, Brylee Angwin, Shae Kyle, Ebony Best (coach), front from left, Taylah Brown, Ava Scapin, Alana McRae, Kayla Redpath, Jayde McGlead, Ellie Holmes and Jasmin Mackie.

U15: the squad played in the finals in the Netball Vic State Titles on the weekend. Pictured back from left, Zali Rogers, Chelsea Bowman, Lanni Pryor, Chloe Radford, Heidi Gaudion, Jenny McRae (coach), front from left, Lauren Redpath (assistant coach), Darci Holmes, Gemma Thomas, Grace McRae, Lauryn King-Church and Zali Anderson.

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SPORT | BOWLS Inverloch THIRTY six social bowlers turned out to enjoy the perfect weather last Wednesday, and formed 18 pairs to play two 12 end games.

Only four pairs managed to win both games. The hard luck bowlers were John Madden and Reg Varney with 35 points and 14 shots up. Runners up, also with 35 points but 21 shots up, were Paul Davis and Mike Applin. Clear winners, with 38 points, were Bob Davis and Bob Huntley. Members were offered the option of a 1pm start for future Wednesday social games, but voted strongly in favour of continuing with the existing 12.30pm start by a show of hands. Thursday social bowls had 24 players taking to the greens in the customary two games of 10 ends. There were two teams that won both games. Coming in as runner up with 30 points was the team

Buffalo indoor AT Buffalo this week it was the ladies turn to be skippers for the three games of eight ends played.

In game one after seven ends scores were level for Toni Heldens and Charlie Tumino against Carolyn Benson and Bill Wolswinkel but Toni scored one to win 6-5 in a very close tussle. On the other mat Mary Tumino and Joe Occhipinti scored a 7-3 win over Joyce Occhipinti and Peter Tiziani.

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of Elaine Miller, Gail Burge and Anne Tschiderer. With 35 points, congratulations to the winners Sue Nation, Linda Gallyot and Val Davis. Raffles were won by Veronica Muir, Val Davis, Ann Smith, Lorraine Dowson and Marg Flett. The first Monthly Triples will be held on Thursday, October 12 and play starts at 10am. A bus load of Inverloch pennant hopefuls travelled to Morwell on Saturday, October 7, to do battle with the Latrobe Valley Club in the final away game prior to the commencement of the Saturday pennant season on Saturday, October 21. In spite of four drawn games, Inverloch managed to win this challenge by a slender 216/196 margin and a good time was had by all. The senior teams played under the Morwell all weather Big Top, a $1 million cover for their number one green. This imposing structure keeps the weather out 365 days a year, but can be draughty when the wind blows according to the locals.

Saturday, October 14, will be the a pre-season match date for both mid week and Saturday Pennant teams when they will face off against each other properly dressed for the occasion (bowls uniform). Action starts at 1pm. The South Gippsland Bowls Division Mid Week (Tuesday) Pennant competition begins in earnest with round one on Tuesday, October 17, followed by the Saturday competition round one on October 21. Inverloch will host the Monthly Triples competition on Wednesday, October 18, and pie night for the Saturday Pennant bowlers will follow at 6.30pm. Friday, October 13, will be members’ lucky number draw night. Members are again reminded to bring along some future bowlers – friends, neighbours and relatives –to the “Try Bowls” day organised or Sunday, October 15, any time between 11am and 2pm on that day.

In the second game Carolyn and Bill had their first win 6-4 beating Mary and Joe, and Toni and Charlie continued bowling well to win 11-3 from Joyce and Peter. Toni and Charlie recorded their third win in another close game, narrowly beating Mary and Joe 8-6. The night’s winners were Toni and Charlie (WWW) 14 ends, next Carolyn and Bill (LWW) 15 ends, third Mary and Joe (WLL) 11 ends, and fourth Joyce and Peter (LLL) eight ends. Social bowls Wednesday, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall. All welcome.

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TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area. To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below. Earlier Minutes Apollo Bay ...........................25 King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 King Island (Franklin) ...........40 Lakes Entrance .................... 170 Lorne ...................................... 20 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Rip Bank ................................ 15 Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 _______________________ Cape Schanck, Flinders, Mornington Ocean Beaches, Seal Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Woolamai ....... nil _________________________ Later Minutes Altona ................................... 195 Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 Cowes Pier............................. 50 Dromana .............................. 195 Frankston ............................. 195 Geelong ............................... 210 Hastings ................................. 66 Hovell Pile ............................ 195 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 Melbourne ............................ 200 Mornington ........................... 195 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 No. 1 West Channel (Annulus)........................... 50 No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 Portarlington Pier ................. 190 Portsea Pier ........................... 80 Port Welshpool (Rabbit Island .................... 10 Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 Rosebud............................... 195 Rye Pier ............................... 170 St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Sandringham ....................... 195 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 Tooradin ............................... 105 Warneet.................................. 84 Williamstown ........................ 200 Welshpool Pier....................... 90

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TUESDAY, October 3 saw the ladies pennant teams, Division 1 and Division 3, journey to Wonthaggi for a pennant practice match.

The only result received was they all had a great day and that the Leongatha ladies were ready for round one of pennant on October 17 when Division 1 will be home to Inverloch and Division 3 at home to Korumburra ladies. Wednesday, October 4 social bowls winners were Wayne Walker (s), Jeanette Chalmers and L. Hemphill with two wins plus three. Runners-up were Ken Lester (s), Lance Lancaster and Janice Sing with one win, a draw and plus 10. Friday, October 6 saw some 74 people at the Kitty Club dinner and again it was reported a good night was had by all. Saturday, October 7 was the men’s pennant practice match between Leongatha and Korumburra at Leongatha, with results as follows: Division 1 teams won against Korumburra, our Division 3 lost against Korumburra and Division 4 also had a win. Saturday, October 14 will see Leongatha travel to Phillip Island for another pennant practice game and Tuesday, October 10 at Leongatha will see the ladies also in another pennant practice game. In regard to the issue of ‘to retain the exception to limit men playing Tuesday pennant’, our vote result was yes. Until the next report, good bowling - ‘Jackhigh’.

Mardan Indoor THIS week, it was good to see Bruce and Heather Douglas back from their travels and Jan Curtis here this week with Emma and Alex here for the school holidays boosting up the numbers to 15 bowlers.

There were four teams and played two games of 12 ends; the selectors did a great job on picking the teams as all teams had one win and three of the four games were decided on the last end. The runners up were Jan

Close one: Wednesday social bowls at Inverloch saw Paul Davis and Mike Applin coming in as runners up.

Congratulations: Sue Nation, Linda Gallyot and Val Davis were the prize winners at Inverloch’s Thursday social bowls.

Top duo: Rob Huntley and Bob Davis were the winning combination at Inverloch’s Wednesday social bowls.

Team effort: runners up at Thursday social bowls at Inverloch were Gail Burge, Anne Tschiderer and Elaine Miller.

Curtis, Bert Bright and Robert Campbell as skip, and the winners this week were Theresa Bateman, Bruce Douglas, John McColl and Ian Hasty as skip. Bowlers are off to Wonthaggi next week for the 60th visit. The first visit was in 1958 and they have been going every year since then, a great tradition continues. A few more upcoming nights for the club are a visit from Korumburra on October 18 and the last night of bowls for the year will be the President’s Night on November 1 with the annual general meeting on the November 8 at 7.30pm at the Mardan Hall. The last event for the year will be the Christmas dinner on November 14 at the Leongatha RSL. There will be a combined Christmas break up with all the other clubs in the South Gippsland League. IH for RG

O’Donohue on 0412 749 468 for details. Once again, the club will be holding its annual Melbourne Cup Day event from 12pm on Tuesday, November 7. The cost is $25 per head, which includes champagne on arrival and a sumptuous lunch.

Meeniyan ON Saturday, September 30 (Grand Final Day), bowlers played short games and had a typical footy lunch of pies and hot dogs.

The day’s winners were Wes Logan and Keith Pocklington with Peter Williams and Greg Hogan runners up. John Cocking was the closest tipping Richmond to win. The October monthly triples were sponsored by Meeniyan Area Community Shop. Winners were Jeff Pendergast, Allan Easterbrook and Mike Parnell (Leongatha) with Peter Shaw (Leongatha) and locals Chris Kelly and Paul Buckner runners up. Best last game went to Chas Bucelli and his Inverloch team. Friday, October 6, was Invitation Day with president Avril van Wamel welcoming 14 teams from the association, a local team plus a team from Trafalgar. The days sponsor was Handley Funeral Services. Larraine and her team had done a magnificent job with the catering. The winners were Marg Briscoe, Dot Stein, Lorna Roberts and Anne Plowman (Mirboo North) with Lang Lang’s M. Dwyer, K. Moss, E. Christenson and C. Carrigy runners

up. Another Invitation Fours catered event is on Monday, October 16. Saturday, October 7, was the annual shield event away to Mirboo North with the home side winning the day. This Tuesday and Saturday are final practice days before pennant begins. Mid week Division 2 is home to Toora (October 17) and on Saturday, Division 3 is away to Inverloch and Division 5 is home to Corinella (October 21). Note, there is a new draw for this section with no bye. Good luck to all teams. Upshot 2.

Come prepared for sweeps and the Fashion on the Field parade with prizes for best dressed lady and couple. All welcome. For individual or group bookings, phone Mary Massier on 0419 600 263 or Pat O’Donohue on 0408 581 573.

Tarwin Lower RENOVATIONS are well and truly underway at Tarwin Lower Bowls Club with the concreting nearly completed and the new fence and large shelter to be installed in the near future. Many thanks go to the volunteers from Tarwin for their hard work and to concreter Daniel Desmyth and his team and Russell Burgess from Leongatha. The completed works áre going to look amazing. Pennant practice continued last week with midweek bowls practising at Meeniyan and Tarwin, and Division 2 and 4 Saturday Pennant playing against each other. Next week Midweek bowls will practise at Korumburra, while Saturday Pennant will play Fish Creek at Tarwin. Tarwin Triples will be played on Wednesday; arrive at 9am for a 9:30am start. The Barefoot Bowls program is due to start on Tuesday, November 14. Please contact Jamie

Generous: club president Tim McLean excitedly receives a donation cheque presented by Jan and Rob Mortlock.

Fish Creek TEAMS selected for Tarwin Lower practice match on October 14 are as follows. Starting time is 12.45pm. Please make own arrangements to get there. Division 1: T. McLean (S), B. Cooper, R. Grylls, A. Kerr R. Mortlock (S), R. Knight, C. Bell, C. McGannon D. Christie (S), N. McKenzie, B O’Keefe, Mal Heywood Division 5: R. Poletti (S), A. Atwell, R. Vuillermin, W. Symmons K. Flanders (S), D. Stefani, M Angwin, G. Hoskin R. Barham (S), P. Dean, R Constantine, A. Masson J. Lindeman (S), N. Buckland, P Poletti, M

McKenzie The casserole evening, held on October 6, was very well attended with the evening being greatly enhanced by a very generous donation of a cheque handed over to president Tim McLean by Jan and Rob Mortlock, towards club funds. Apologies from the press secretary: the general committee will hold its meeting on Wednesday, October 18, and not October 11 as previously reported. The meeting will be held at 7pm at the club rooms. Reminders: the ladies’ meeting will take place as reported, on Wednesday, October 11, at 10am. Organised practice for all members is held regularly on Wednesday and Friday afternoons between 4.30 pm and 5.30 pm. Members are encouraged to polish their skills.

South West Gippsland Midweek Bowls Group ON Thursday, bowlers played at Koo Wee Rup in pleasant conditions.

There were 22 bowlers and two games of 12 ends each were played. There was only one two game winner, the team skipped by Peter McWilliams playing with Peter Sproule-Carroll and Pat Stoneham. The runner up was the team skipped by

Geoff Ryan playing with Luke Monckton, Peter Thorley and Shaun McWilliams. The best one game winner was the team skipped by George Crynes playing with Lois Hammond and Ray Dickie. Next Thursday, bowlers are playing at San Remo. This is a sponsored day so everyone is urged to come and make the day really enjoyable, and show the sponsor appreciation.

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Footy skills mastered at Powlett River STUDENTS got right into the spirit of the football season at Powlett River Primary School last term. The Federal Government provides funding for schools to become a part of the Sporting Schools Program and run workshops involving sports of their choice. Through AFL Gippsland, Powlett River Primary School chose football, and spent seven weeks perfecting its skills. The students – across all age groups – have been working with AFL Gippsland’s game development officer Nathan Nicholl to develop basic skills, including kicking and handballing. “The program gives the students an introduc-

tion to football. Some of them might not have access to the sport outside of school,” Nathan said. “It gives them a positive new experience through games and drills, and will hopefully encourage them to join some of the local teams.” The students battled through the wet weather to continue the program indoors during several sessions. Nathan said he had seen skill improvement in all of the students and congratulated them on their efforts. This is the second year of the program, and Nathan has had commitments with other local schools such as San Remo, Welshpool and Korumburra primary schools. “The schools apply for a government grant and

choose a sport. If AFL is considered, they contact AFL Gippsland to confirm if someone is available,” Nathan said.

The sun shone for the final session and students enjoyed a range of games outside to finish off the program.

Fun program: from left, Powlett River Primary School Prep students Ruby and Skyla enjoyed learning all about football in the school’s recent Sporting Footy stars: from left, Prep students Nassar, Bill and Jack picked up some great new skills in Powlett River Primary School’s recent AFL program. Schools Program.

Stars shine at Thompson Reserve CONSTRUCTION is underway and next season the Inverloch Stars Soccer Club will be able to train under lights at its home ground Thompson Reserve for the first time. The exciting project is set to be completed February, 2018, in time for the beginning of the soccer season. The project will bring Thompson Reserve up to meeting the Australian Standards for soccer, lighting the two pitches to 100 lux. Three of the lighting fixtures will be inSkilled club: pictured is the U10s side playing at stalled on new 28 metre high lighting poles. An Optus tower will also be installed for Thompson Reserve, which is being subjected to a the mounting of the fourth set of light fixtures lighting redevelopment. and to support mobile service coverage in the

area. The project is expected to cost $260,000. A $100,000 grant from Sports and Recreation Victoria has been secured, and Bass Coast Shire Council and the Inverloch Stars Soccer Club will split the remaining costs with a contribution of $80,000 each. Mayor Cr Pamela Rothfield congratulated the Inverloch Stars Soccer Club on its initiative and fundraising efforts. “The extent to which this club has grown, developed and fundraised since its beginning in 2010 is a testament to its passionate and dedicated volunteers and players,” she said. “Congratulations to the Inverloch Stars on leading this initiative to light Thompson Reserve, an action which will serve our com-

munity for years to come, and provide the Inverloch Stars with the ability to continue its growth and development to the next level.” Council appointed All Sports Lighting to design, supply and construct three light poles and fixtures for Thompson Reserve. They have also been working closely with Optus to coordinate the installation of the mobile service tower. These works may cause limited access to Thompson Reserve between October and February. The completion of the works is subject to Optus contractor availability and weather conditions.

Cycling showcase Fun day playing croquet in Gippsland LEONGATHA Croquet Club had a fun ‘Come and Try Day’ at its club on Saturday, and it was a great success.

AROUND 150 of Australia’s best cyclists are set to pedal their way through Gippsland for the iconic Tour of Gippsland Criterium Series from October 19 to 22. For the first time, this year’s tour will feature an Elite Women’s Subaru National Road Series competition, with 60 to 70 female riders competing for equal prize money for men. The tour will consist of four separate races, taking place in Inverloch (October 19), Sale (October 20), Bairnsdale (October 21) and Traralgon (October 22). Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing celebrated this year’s changes. “This is another big win for women’s cycling in Australia, and we are proud to be bringing more of the world’s best female riders to Gippsland,” she said. “The Tour of Gippsland provides a massive boost to our local economy and gives tourists an opportunity to see all this region has to offer.” Moving away from a road stage format will give more locals and businesses the opportunity to get involved in the action and benefit from the influx of visitors. Thousands of people are expected to line local streets, giving communities across Gippsland the chance to see their cycling heroes in action. Aside from the big race, cyclists will take part in a number of community activities, including school visits, clinics

and rides, safety awareness training, club criterium races and free skills sessions for children. The Tour is proudly funded by the State Government through the Latrobe Valley Sports and Community Initiative – an $85 million investment in sports and community infrastructure, events and associated support programs being delivered by the Latrobe Valley Authority. As well as significant upgrades to local sporting infrastructure, the initiative forges an alliance between the State Government and elite sports to bring more major events to Gippsland. Each stage of the race will be streamed live and include a TV highlights package, to be broadcast after the event on the Nine Network and Fox. Race director John Trevorrow is looking forward to bring the cyclists to Gippsland. “We are proud to be able to keep this crucial event in the Subaru National Road Series calendar and to race in the main towns of Gippsland. This beautiful region holds a special place in my heart as I grew up training and racing on these roads,” he said. “The course may be different, but I know the quality of racing will not disappoint. With top class fields in both the men’s and women’s events, I am expecting two entertaining bike races that will produce very worthy winners.”

It was a perfect sunny day and seven interested players tried the fabulous game; many of them indicated they would love to come back and play again. There was much fun and laughter, and coaching was freely given by many of the club members who also supplied a lovely afternoon tea at the end of the day. The club also have a Facebook page, ‘Leongatha Croquet Club’, where you will find many more fun photos from the day. Anyone wishing to come and try the great game and join in the fun is welcome to come along every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon at 1pm. Please wear flat soled shoes.

South Gippsland Bridge Club RESULTS for last week:

Friday, October 6, at Inverloch; Two events were run simultaneously on Friday. Event one was the Regional Novice Pairs with all clubs in the Eastern Region competing for the final across the week. Local result for the Regional Novice Pairs: First, Kathy Dowd and Dirk Jacobs with an excellent 56.67 per cent and an overall eighth place across the region in a field of 30 pairs. Second with 56.83 per cent

Coaching new players: club member Merry Dyson-Holland taught Moya Allen, Margaret Cruickshank and Maree Nicholas, all from Leongatha, croquet techniques.

was the reliable team of Penny Loughran and Beth Banks, third with 52.50 were Anne Speakman and Ruth Stevenson. Local results for the normal pairs’ competition: First with a solid 60.25 per cent was the ever steady pair of Clive Hope and Bron Sund. Second with a very fine 56.83 per cent were the talented pair of Deb Anglim and Jack Kuiper. Third, Alan Johnston, playing with a newer player John French in only their second outing together, came home in a storm with a wonderful 54.59 per cent. Fourth was the evergreen pair of John Farr and Anne Williams with 53.28 per cent.

Monday, October 2, at Meeniyan: Pairs’ competition; First with the score of the week at 61.90 per cent were the always competitive Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope. Second with a fine 57.14 were Margaret Munro and Pat West. Always a steady pair and third with 54.76 were the senior pair of Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt. Next Friday, October 13, is the club birthday party. Starting time is 10.30am for an 11am start. Bring something to share for lunch. Happy birthday, South Gippsland Bridge Club.

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ON Saturday, 84 golfers enjoyed some welcome sunshine but the strong winds made scoring difficult.

Best score of the day of 36 points was produced by Terry Grace to win the Overall and C Grade events. A Grade was won by Ross Dunne with 33 points in a count back and Frank Gill took B Grade also with 33 points and also in a count back. Balls were awarded to Ron Paice, John Belli, Peter Laydon, Gordon Morrison, Ian Murchie, Andy Bassett, Andrew Henley, Nicholas Perrin, Doug Clemann, Matthew Crofts, Brian Fennessy, Ed Poole, Jim Karabatsos, David Vorwerg, Peter Brownlie, Peter Waters, Bert Borg, Stuart Wigney, Colin Bear and Rod Hopcraft. NTPs were Peter Laydon, who put his tee shot inside a metre on the 14th, and Nicholas Hill, who was only a metre and a half away on the 16th. Adam Hill received 12 balls for a great eagle on the par four third hole. Next Saturday, October 14, is the first of three rounds of the Club Championships. It is also Medal Day and final round of the McMicking Plate. It was a beautiful day on Tuesday, October 4, with Jim Arnott showing the way with a great score of +3 to win the Overall and C Grade events. A Grade was taken out by Colin Bear with -2 and John Dumont took B Grade with +1. DTL balls were won by William Warren, Peter Hobson, Andrew Mutton, Gary Sharrock, Allan Edney, Andy Bassett, David Child, Geoff McDonald, Hans Hoefler, Trevor Steer, Allan Schache, Neil Mackenzie, Peter Waters, Peter Hoffman and Bert Borg. NTPs were Ian Barlow on the 14th hole and Ian Murchie on the 16th. Chris Leaver received 12

STRONG fields throughout the week prevailed, with players coming out to get that practice in for the Club Championships, starting October 28.

Winners: Melinda Martin won B Grade, Marg Berry took out A Grade, and C Grade went to Else Gedye. balls for a great eagle three on the par five 18th hole. Thursday, October 6, was the third and final round of the Thursday Championship with Doug Clemann carding 34 points, which combined with his first round 36 points, was enough to claim the championship, one point ahead of Peter Hobson, who had a great score of 39 points to win the daily Overall and C Grade events and Al Sperling who did not improve on his first two round total of 69 points. Other winners were Andrew Smith in A Grade with 36 points in a count back and Ray Burton also with 36 points and also by count back in B Grade. DTL balls were won by Michael Thomas, Joe Lowell, John Dumont, Hans Hoefler, Allan Edney, Ron Findlay, Bob Smith, Peter Walsh, Terry Grace, Doug Clemann, Antony Roberts, Fred Debono, Chris Leaver, John Simon, Allan Schache, Bruce Clark, Ian Murchie, John McLennan, Andy Bassett and Frank Gill. NTPs were John Dumont on the 14th hole and Ray Burton on the 16th.

Ladies C O N G R AT U L A TIONS go to the South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association team members

who won their section at Country Teams and now move up to Section 2; a wonderful effort by all players, caddies and support staff. Forty two players contested a Stableford event sponsored by Marianne Leaver, with Melinda Martin supplying the raffle. Marg Berry (16) won A Grade with 31 points, Melinda took out B Grade (33) 31points c/b, and Else Gedye won C Grade (45) 35 points. Ann Blundy won NTP on 16th. DTL balls went to Lynda Bassett 34 points, Julie Howard 31, and Dot Stubbs, Debbie Miller, Jan Brownlie, Helne MacKenzie, Melina Willder 30points, Fay Quilford and Vicki Milner 29 points. The nine hole event was won by ever consistent Noreen Williams (34) 19 points. DTL balls went to Wendy Brown 18 points, Chris Lay 17 points and Gwen Chapman 16 points. On a fine but windy Saturday, eight women contested the Stableford event with Marea Maher (24) winning with 30 points, Jessica Harry 29 points and Helen Fraser 28 points the next best.

Golfers to compete in Play 9 THIS month, Woorayl Golf Club is hosting an open nine hole golf event as part of a national initiative to promote the shorter form of the game.

Participants teeing up at Woorayl Golf Club will have the exciting opportunity to play their way to a state final at Royal Melbourne Golf Club, and a national event during The Emirates Australian Open at The Australian Golf Club. The Play 9 event, to be held on Sunday, October 22, is one of a series of 19 nine-hole qualifiers taking place across Victoria. The leading two men and women from each qualifier will advance to the Victorian Play 9 final at Royal Melbourne on November 5. Then, the opportunity to play at The Australian on Saturday afternoon during the Emirates Australian Open is up for grabs. Four players, two men and two women, from

Wonthaggi ladies THE ladies enjoyed a lovely spring day, with sunny skies, the course drying up and even some long forgotten run on the course.

The ground staff has been mowing furiously with the firmer surface and the course is coming back a treat. There was a field of 16 players for a Stableford round.

the Victorian Play 9 final will earn a start at the national Play 9 event and an all expenses paid experience in Sydney. The package including return flights to Sydney, two nights accommodation, transfers, meals, a weekend tournament pass, player gift pack and tickets to the champion’s cocktail party on Sunday. With no handicap or age restrictions, all registered golfers are invited to enter the Play 9 qualifier at Woorayl Golf Club. Nine hole golf is fast, fun and fits into busy lives whether it’s early in the morning, after work, on weekends or even on holiday. Nine hole cards can also now be submitted for handicap purposes, so it’s also a great way to keep skills sharp and handicaps up to date. Registrations should be made online through the Golf Victoria website at www. golfvic.org.au and click on the Championships and Events link and register. The cost is $15 for members of the hosting club and $25 for non members.

The runaway round was a fabulous score by B Grade winner Leonie Bentick with an amazing (31) 37 points which was way out there on her own. Mrs Handicapper has looked very carefully and decided to lop one shot off, as a reward for her day. A Grade was won by Marg Johnson (12) 29 points who squeaked in with a couple of girls breathing down her neck. Marg also collected the NTP prize on the 17th.

Wins over the week were shared with Jeremy Riddle taking out Thursday’s win with a magnificent 44 points, and being beaten on a count back to Bruce Betts on Tuesday with 40 points apiece. Jeremy dropped two shots on his handicap this week. Bruce also took out the closest to the pin on the second that day. Brian Erving improved his game during the week building

from 30 points on Tuesday to 37 on Thursday, and the best nine score of the day with 20 points, to a ball down the line on medal day with a net 72. No one came close to Will Bullock on Saturday, medal day, who carded an excellent 67 net, three shots clear of the field. It was good to see Rod Matthews back at golf with a B Grade win scoring a net 70. Putting was strong on Saturday with Col Stewart hot with 24 putts, Neil Park 26, plus chipping in on the 18th, Phil Hutcheson, Phil Johnson and John Dumont also with 26 putts. Kevin Harris (0) was back again, as was Graeme Revell (9) for two games, Brian Blair (29) for 2 games and Robert Boyle (32) on medal day.

Tuesday winner: Bruce Betts is congratulated by Nereda Scholte for his Single Stableford win.

Korumburra THERE were 36 players on Saturday, October 7 for a monthly medal competition, with trophies by G. Jones and N. Grogan.

A Grade: J. Wrigley 71 net (4 hcp), M. Wrigley 73 net, L. Webster 74, R. Ludenia 75, R. Spokes 75, P. Hopkins 76. B Grade: M. Wrigley 77, J. Wrigley 71 net, C. Corr 71 net, S. Osboldstone 73, P. Vanagtmaal 73, K. Pope 75. Nearest the pin: 1st M. Wrigley, 7th S. Sartori, 10th no one, 13th J. Stein. Tuesday’s winner was Peter Hosking 46 pts and Thursday’s winner Jake Wrigley 37 pts. Notices: Eclectics, country week, singles knockouts.

Korumburra ladies IT was pleasing to have a good field of 19 play a Stableford round last Wednesday.

The best score of the day was achieved by Lynette McIvor (22) with 34 points in A Grade (0-31) and the runner up was Lyn Perks (31) on 31 points. In B Grade (32+) Pam Eyers (38) had 30 points and the runner up was Betty Thomson (33) on 28 points. The nearest the pins went to Lyn Perks on the first hole

BDL went to Robyn Wilkinson 28, Anne Tschiderer 28, Sev Piasente 25, Marg Ryan 25 and Irene Walsh 24. A knockout semi final for the Foursomes Board Event was played and the winners on the day were Catherine Bolding and Pam Hanley over Jan Jeeves and Anne Poulton. Congratulations to the South Gippsland Country Teams players and support staff for winning Division 3 and winning their way into Division 2 next year.

and Lynette McIvor on the 13th. On Saturday, a small field of four played a stroke round in lovely spring conditions. Lee Clements (12) had a nice score of 84/72 net and was also nearest the pin on the 13th hole. Congratulations to the South Gippsland women’s team who won Division 3 at Country Teams matches last week and will be promoted to Division 2 in 2018.

Foster WEEKLY golf results:

Tuesday: Winner: Peter Dight 40 points. NTP: sixth P. Dight and 15th C. Downing. DTL: D. Summers and C. Downing. Wednesday: A Grade: B. Warren 27. B Grade: D. Berryman 23. NTP: sixth B. Warren. DTL: J. O’Sullivan and M. Blake. Nine hole: D. Berryman. Thursday:Winner: T. Jones 35 points. NTP: J. Stone. DTL: G. Prue and F. Tyers. Friday (Chook Run): Winner: N. Cooper 18 points. NTP: DTL: G. Price. Saturday: Stroke Medal. Winner: C. Downing. Grade A: C, Downing 70. B: D. Matters 72. Scr: C. Downing 80. NTP: fourth S. Corrie, sixth K. Flett, 13th T. Jones, 15th P. Spencer and 17th C. Pulham. DTL: A. Naylor 75, T. Vanin, S. Corrie 76, G. Cox, P. Spencer and P. Dight 77.

The club wants to send a big shout out to Truckie Hughes recovering in Foster hospital; hope to see and hear you around the club soon. The club was very pleased to welcome two stalwarts of the club on Saturday: the irrepressible Jimmy Cusack and much loved Denise Poletti who popped in for a cuppa and shared the presentations. Results for the week: Tuesday, October 3: Single Stableford. Winner and runner up: Bruce Betts (28) 40 points on a count back to Jeremy Riddle (33). Nearest the pin: second Bruce Betts and eighth Bob McGeary. Best nine: Brad Wright 22 points. Thursday, October 5: Single Stableford.

Winner: Jeremy Riddle (32) 44 points. Runner up: Matt Vanboven (20) 39 points. Nearest the pin: second Frank Peile and eighth Matt Vanboven. Best nine: Brian Erving 20 points. Saturday, October 7: Stroke, Medal Day. Sponsor: Frank Peile, and the Club thanks Frank sincerely for his generosity. Winner: A Grade and Medal: Will Bullock (14) 67 net. B Grade: Rod Matthews (24) 70 net. Down the line: Col Stewart (25) 71 net, Brian Erving (27) 72 net, Brad Wright (21) 72 net. Pro pin: 11th Kevin Harris. Members draw: Daniel Finnegan.

Jeremy Riddle: won Meeniyan Golf Club’s Thursday Single Stableford event with 44 points.

Medal winner: Will Bullock had a successful day at the Meeniyan Golf Club on Saturday.

The course is drying out and ready for play.

Woorayl SATURDAY’S event was a Single Stableford.

A Grade was won by B. Stubbs with 36 points with R. Winkler winning the second prize on a count back with 35 points. B Grade winner was C. Hall with 37 points from G. Young who also won the runners up prize on a count back, also with 35 points. C Grade with the score of the day was a very happy D. Perrett with 43 points; R. Sullivan won the runners up prize with 34 points, one shot over J. Bolge. Balls down the line went to B. Hogan, P. Rayson, A. Peters, J. Hermens, G. McKinnon, G. Price and J. Bolge. Nearest the pin winners were P. Burgess on the eighth and C. Hall on the 17th with a shot that finished only two foot away. Raffle was taken out by the ‘James Syndicate’. Next week there will be a par event, so dust those clubs off all you footy followers and have a game. Good hitting to all.

Woorayl ladies THE 11 ladies who arrived for the October Monthly Medal round on Wednesday, October 4, were

blessed with a perfect spring day. Thanks go to Emma Smith for sponsoring the day. The A Grade winner, along with also taking out the medal, was Pauline Lancaster with a great score of 71 net (20). Three was a popular number for Pauline as she took out the three nearest the pins and it was her third medal for the season; a fabulous achievement. Janet Thompson’s good form also continues as the winner in B Grade 77 net (30). NTP: eighth Pauline Lancaster, 11th Pauline Lancaster and 17th Pauline Lancaster. DTL balls: Heather Sullivan 74 net (21) and Ann Poole 75 (23). Putting: Lois Young 31 C/ back Janet Thompson. This week: Green Card Stableford Drawn Partners reminder hit off is at 9am.

Mirboo North ladies Monthly Medal: Winner: Amy Wilson 105/37 net 72. DTL: Rhonda Evans 104/26 net 78. NTP: sixth Chris Gunn and 13th Nicole Allen. Putting: Wendy Gervasi 29 putts. Star Medal winner: Amy Wilson.

Meeniyan ladies ON Wednesday, October 4, the ladies played off for the Monthly Medal.

Impressive: A Grade winner Marg Johnson with B Grade winner Leonie Bentick.

The weather was fine and warm and the course very good. The sponsor for the day was Sue Hoskin. Winner of A Grade and the Monthly Medal was Veronica Park (16) with 75 net on a countback from Faye Le Page (21) also with 75 net. The Section 2 winner was Jan Roberts (33) with 80 net. Best nine went to Sue Hoskin (22) with 36 net. Putting was won by Veronica Park with 28 putts. BDL went to Faye Le Page (21) 75 net, Heather Poletti (18) 76 net, and Tanya Thorson (27) 80 net.

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Korumburra Golf Club to host Singles Golf Championships THE South Gippsland District Golf Association will conduct the 2017 Singles Championships at Korumburra Golf Club next Sunday, October 15.

Achievement: South Gippsland’s winning Country Teams line up was, back from left, Irene Holm, Linda Shannon, Toni West, Barb Twite (secretary South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association), Faye Morris, Sharyn Rayson, Lee Clements, Deb Williams, Alison Adams, Andrea Thorson, Elly Berryman, front from left, Robyn Galloway, Marg Tuckett, Rebecca Thomas, Anne Walker, Dot Christie, and Beryl Brown (president South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association).

The event will be played over 27 holes for both A Grade and B Grade. The major events being the C. Evans Shield for the District Championship and the C. McLean Shield for the District Junior Championship. In addition to the champion-

ship, there will be several handicap events over the 18 holes. Entries are open to all members of South Gippsland Clubs. Entrants are advised that they can now enter the event via an ‘online booking system’ by visiting the South Gippsland District website at www.southgippslandgolf.org.au and clicking on the ‘online entries’ link. By simply filling in the details, an entrant can enter and send the entry electronically, or by picking up an entry form which is now available at all

South Gippsland Clubs. Entry to the event is free. Members wishing to enter the event should direct their entry to the tournament manager, Mr Chris Clements, C/o Korumburra Golf Club, P.O. Box 71, Korumburra, 3950. Telephone 5672 2787. Late entries will only be accepted depending on the capacity of the field. A strong field is expected to contest the event.

Golfers claim Country Teams title Mixed champions played out in Wonthaggi LAST week saw the South Gippsland Women’s Golf Association team participate in the Golf Victoria Country Teams competition.

This is a district teams scratch match play competition played between Country Districts of Golf Victoria. The competition is separated into three divisions, in accordance with finishing positions of the preceding season. The South Gippsland women’s team competed in seven matches each day, striving for the Division 3 title. Monday turned on great weather at Kew for the opening round contest against Wimmera, with the first pair teeing off at 1.25pm. All seven matches were very close, with two going all the way to the 18th. In the end South Gippsland went down 4½ matches to 2½. The team was unchanged for Tuesday’s play at Settlers Run against West Gippsland, with a morning tee off. Again the weather was perfect. This course provided faster greens and the preferred lies in play off the ‘short grass’ helped with clean shots. However, players couldn’t afford to go too far off the fairways as the long grass played havoc with any shot that ventured there. Only one match made it to the 17th, with a number finishing on the 16th. The South Gippsland team were thrilled to have many ‘local’ spectators from our area make the trip to Botanic Ridge and cheer the team on, sharing in the convincing win of six matches to one. With two of the three rounds completed, the final

results were balanced on some interesting ‘what if’ scenarios. Wimmera was sitting on top of the ladder, ahead of South Gippsland and West Gippsland equal on points (but South Gippsland 3½ games clear of WG). To win the title, South Gippsland needed to defeat Murray-Darling (who had squared their match against Wimmera) and West Gippsland had to defeat Wimmera. The weather forecast was again perfect for golf. The seven players remained unchanged for round three, at Rossdale Golf Club in Seaford. All morning the progress scores were up and down in most of the matches. After six of the seven matches were decided, results sat at South Gippsland up, 3½ games to 2½. The last game result, between the top players in each team, would decide the title. As the team member on the spot reported, “Rebecca Thomas, our amazing captain brought it home with a 2/1 win, giving us the match 4½ to 2½”. Then it was a waiting game for the result between West Gippsland and Wimmera (which also went to the 18th). The rest is history; West Gippsland won four matches to three and South Gippsland claimed the 2017 Country Teams Division 3 Title. Congratulations to manager Anne Walker and her team: Rebecca Thomas (Leongatha) and caddy Marg Tuckett (Woorayl), Toni West (Leongatha) and Irene Holm (Meeniyan), Dot Christie (Meeniyan) and Lee Clements (Korumburra), Andrea Thorson (Meeniyan) and Deb Williams (Foster), Alison Adams (Wonthaggi) and Faye Morris (Phillip Island), Robyn Galloway (Foster) and Sharyn Rayson (Woorayl/Lang Lang), Linda Shannon (Leongatha) and Elly Berryman (Woorayl). Bring on 2018 and Division 2.

Excited team: Gippsland Storm head coach Simon O’Shanassy, centre back row, with the U15 age group and Cindy Armstrong club president far right. The team is looking forward to the Leongatha tryouts on October 15.

Storm tryouts another success GIPPSLAND Storm Elite Development Netball Club had another successful first round of tryouts on Sunday, October 8, at Cardinia Life, Pakenham.

All age groups were represented from U13 through to senior grade. Head Simon O’Shanassy was very impressed with the quality of players trying out across all grades, especially the U15 group. Adrian Ballantyne, championship coach for Monash University Storm, was a guest selector on the day and will also attend the second round of tryouts on Sunday, October 15, at YMCA Splash, Leongatha. In a brief interview, Adrian was asked how Monash Storm went in VNL Championship this year. “We are currently building a young side winning eight games during the VNL season, missing out on

another five games by only a few goals. We have just completed our tryouts for 2018 season and hope to take that next step next year in the VNL. Kelsey Buxton from Inverloch made the Championship squad again for 2018, we hope she can build on her success from this past season, winning the coaches award for 2017,” he said. This will be the first time in 20 years that Gippsland Storm has held tryouts in Leongatha. Head coach for Gippsland Storm Simon O’Shanassy stated that, “We are looking to showcase our netball development program, to the outer regional areas of Gippsland, giving country netballers a significant opportunity to lift their skills base and follow the pathway to our sister club Monash University Storm in the Victorian Netball League”. For tryout details go to their website: www. gippslandstorm.com.au.

SUNDAY saw 16 pairs battle it out for the Mixed Club Champions with a round of straight foursomes. The lads hit off the odds while the ladies the even. It was great to see some tried and true pairs but also some new pairings who had success on the day. The scratch event was a battle and saw Michael Scott (0) and Allison Adams (9) return the best round of 80 gross, with Mat Johnson (3) and mum Marg Johnson (13) the runners up with 81. Michael being a Tiger supporter this win goes with the wonderful few weeks. The handicap (the J and P Martin event) was won by a new paring of Geraldine Prentice (21) and Tony Burton (33) with 96 (27) 69 net, who paired up by adding their names down to play. The runners up were Mat Johnson (3) and Marg Johnson (13) 81 (8) 73 net. Mat also won the NTP on the 17th (Marg got the birdie putt) Pro Pin ladies eighth was a great shot by Annie Walker –Rod also got the birdie

Team spirit: handicap winners Geraldine Prentice and Tony Burton with scratch winners Ally Adams and Michael Scott. putt. Pro Pin men was won by Glenn Turner who received his 50 year membership acknowledgement on the day. BDL was awarded to Ian Murrells and Donna Van Veenendaal 73.5, Steve Kane and Maree Anderson 76, Norm Burne and Leonie Bentick 76, Jim and Wendy Jordan 77.

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Athletics season returns LEONGATHA Little Athletics kick started its 2017/18 season in beautiful weather on Saturday morning.

Although numbers were slightly down due to school holidays, the number of new faces and new On Trackers gave an encouraging snapshot for the season ahead. The young athletes used the season opener as an opportunity to hone skills, try different events and get some results on the board. For many, it was a learning experience to get new participants familiar with the format and comfortable getting involved. President Ben Cruickshank said it was fantastic to have so many parent volunteers on the ground to ensure the day ran smoothly. He congratulated the athletes on a great first meet and expressed appreciation to everyone who contributed on the day. In action: U12’s Paige Barry

participates in one of the races at Leongatha Little Athletics on Saturday. Right: New faces: back from left, Courtney Clark and Jemma Caithness assisted On Trackers, front from left, Lacey Clark, Maddilyn Cooper and Daphne Van Hoorn setGreat effort: U14’s Rebecca McKeown took on tle into Little high jump at Leongatha Little Athletics on Satur- Athletics in Leongatha. day.

Clubs encouraged to host Indigenous Rounds INDIGENOUS rounds may become more prominent in local football and netball leagues in 2018.

Bernie Wells – whose sons play for Kilcunda Bass Football Netball Club – is leading the charge to help celebrate the Indigenous heritage within local clubs and support Indigenous players. “We want to get a bit of promotion out there and ask clubs to get involved,” he said. “The AFL has pushed for all clubs to be involved in Indigenous rounds, so hopefully we will start to see it more locally. “There are clubs that struggle to get funding and new jumpers, but it’s an opportunity to get the community involved.” This year, Kilcunda Bass, Yarram, Woodside and Mirboo North football netball clubs participated in Indigenous Rounds. “There are a lot of Indigenous players who play in West Gippsland and in Ellin-

bank. We would like to see more clubs get on board,” Mr Wells said. “These players are trying to fit into clubs, and Indigenous Rounds make them feel at home. It also helps the community get involved and support local clubs. There are people who won’t go to the footy or play the game because there is no recognition.” Mr Wells has always had a passion for footy, and is looking forward to seeing change in the game and the sporting community. In the short term, local footballers and netballers are preparing for the Victorian NAIDOC Football Netball Carnival to be held in Ballarat on October 14 and 15. Gippsland Yeerung will play in Division 1 and Gippsland Warriors will play in Division 2 coached by Mr Wells. A netball side will also be entered. Gippsland is going for back to back titles in Division 1. Making up the team will be players from Kilcunda Bass, Wonthaggi, Fitzroy All Stars, Sale, Bairnsdale and the Casey system.

Inspiring change: from left, Kilcunda Bass captain Danny Wells showcases the artwork for the football jumpers with Steve Parker who created the design and his father Bernie Wells earlier this year. Bernie has since been on a mission to inspire more clubs to host an Indigenous Round for their players.

On the field: the U10 boys participated in many track events together during Leongatha Little Athletics’ first meet of the season on Saturday.

Ready to go: from left, U11 girls Alyssa Snell, Sophie Kruetzberger and Alex van der Meer were excited to kick off the new Leongatha Little Athletics season on Saturday.

A sport for all FUNDED by Cricket Australia, a school holiday program for young girls interested in cricket was held at the Korumburra Indoor Centre on Friday, October 6.

Girls aged between 10 and 16 attended for a fun filled day of learning new cricket skills and techniques from members of the Koonwarra Leongatha RSL Cricket Club and coordinator of Leongatha and District Cricket Association Rob Wood. The girls were taught catching skills, ball skills and batting skills. “The program is about Mentored well: from left, coordinator of the LDCA’s girls cricket program growing cricket for girls,” Rob Wood taught Samantha Morter from Dumbalk, Gretchen Clarke from LeMr Wood said. ongatha and Shoshanah Bishop from Korumburra South new cricket skills at

the holiday program held in Korumburra on Friday, October 6. Young stars: from left, Allie Lemchens, mentor Sean Parker newly recruited from England at the Koonwarra Leongatha RSL Cricket Club, Grace Mattingley and Alex Hopkins at the girls cricket school holiday program held in Korumburra on Friday, October 6.

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Biggest first round of swimming ever SOUTH Gippsland Bass Swimming Club hosted round one of the Gippsland Swimming Association’s summer competition at the SG Splash pool in Leongatha on Sunday, October 8. With 207 swimmers in total competing it was the biggest attendance at a first round ever. The meet was bolstered by 119 South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club members plus swimmers from Lakes Entrance, Bairnsdale, Moe, Warragul, Sale, Morwell and Traralgon. It was a huge show of force from South Gippy Bass, the fastest growing club for the 2016-2017 season. The replenished blocks were a real boost for the swimmers with the South Gippsland Shire thanked for their assistance in this. The season is really ramping up now with further events for some at MSAC or in Morwell this and next weekend.

Special guest: South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club captains Nathan Foote and Lily Robinson wel- Back in the pool: from left, South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club’s Riley comed South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Harris, Hayden Barnes, Cooper Quaife, Luke Muir and Josh Wight were excited to get the 2017/18 season started. Cr Maxine Kiel to the season launch on Sunday.

Coaching: receiving some tips from Lori McKenzie, one of South Gippsland Bass’s coaches are, from left, Owen Jones, Lydia Giles, Rahni Matheson, Tyler Peters, Skye Munro, and Evie Bassed.

Impressive team: from left, Lily Robinson, Jack Edgar, Eric Zubcic, Luke De’Garis, Nathan Foote and Josh Seignior represented South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club at a national level last season.

Debut: a parents’ squad took the pool for the first time at the Gippsland Swimming Association launch on Sunday. Pictured back from left, Simon Harris, Phil Monroe, John Muir, Rob Quaife, Tony Ruffin, front from left, Sam O’Keefe, Eva Zubcic and Iznaya Kennedy.

Big start to junior tennis A Grade: THERE were two very close matches for A Grade players in this first round of the 2017/18 Mirboo North and District Junior Tennis season. Leongatha Millman defeated Leongatha Groth 3 sets, 29 games to 3 sets 27 games. Fish Creek defeated Mardan 3 sets, 21 games to 3 sets, 20 games. Baromi had a bye. B Grade: FISH Creek defeated Leongatha Rodionova 5

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis THE weather was fine and mild on Saturday, October 7 for the opening round.

sets, 33 games to 1 set, 14 games. Leongatha Duckworth defeated Mardan 4 sets, 31 games to 2 sets, 22 games. Baromi defeated Leongatha Gavrilova 6 sets, 36 games to 0 sets, 15 games. Leongatha Thomson had a bye. C Grade: LEONGATHA North defeated Leongatha Stosur 4 sets, 24 games to 4 sets, 23 games. Leongatha Barty defeated Mardan 6 sets 29 games to 2 sets, 13 games.

Inverloch won 9/0 over Koonwarra, with tiebreakers going its way too. Phillip Island won well against Leongatha with the first mixed the only set won by Leongatha. A few new names in Section 1 makes for a good season. In Section 2 Hallston continued on from last season with a close match, with young players in both teams, and tiebreakers each way. Hallston by Fun start: from left, Leongatha’s Emily Ellery-Burke, Sienna Bell, Sarah El- six games, sets were 5/4 to lery-Burke, Aaron Murray, Kyra Pocklington and Charlie Swan had their first Korumburra. The first time I have hit out in C Grade on Saturday. seen Renae Littlejohn’s name amongst the tennis. There is nothing Renae doesn’t lend a hand to. Well done. Young Leongatha Green THE club held its October won two sets against the experienced Outtrim team. Monthly Fishing Competition The first round was a good this month. hit for teams. Outtrim will It was a “Buddies in Boat” Day. be very competitive again Boat owners and other club memthis season. bers partnered up to have a few hours Berrys Creek was the fishing on Anderson Inlet where the winner against Baromi. conditions in the morning were ideal Well done to Tamsin Mcfor fishing, even though it was low Cormick playing Section tide. 2. Great team: Val Michaelaneli Koony won the match and fishing buddy for the day Peagainst Gold, a good game out at Koonwarra. Great game: Leongatha’s Isaac Fox and Samuel ter Knigge. Val is a new member Lots of new names in and was the winner on the day Evans wrapped up the day with an A Grade singles the Baromi and Federer with a 1.100kg Trevally.

Anderson Inlet Angling Club

match on Saturday.

teams in Section 3. Fedderer won well but a 6/5 in the ladies singles and an 8/7 in a mixed. Well played to all players. Mardan unfortunately had to forfeit, let’s hope there are some fill-ins to fill the gaps.

Results Section 1: Inverloch 9.72 d Koonwarra 0.31, Phillip Island 8.69 d Leongatha 1.28, Korumburra 7.62 d Leongatha North 2.23. Section 2: Berrys Creek 7.65 d Baromi 2.35, Hallston 4.58 d Korumburra 5.52, Koonwarra 6.65 d Leongatha Gold 3.43, Outtrim 6.66 d Leongatha Green 3.42. Section 3: Leongatha Federer 5.47 d Baromi 1.24, Leongatha Nadal v Mardan - forfeit by Mardan.

Ladders Section 1 Inverloch ................................. 11 Phillip Island...........................10 Korumburra .............................9 Leongatha North ......................2 Leongatha...................................1 Koonwarra..................................0 Section 2 Berrys Creek.............................9 Outtrim .....................................8 Koonwarra ................................8 Hallston .....................................6 Korumburra ................................5 Leongatha Gold..........................3 Leongatha Green ........................3 Baromi........................................2 Section 3 Federer ......................................7 Nadal .........................................0 Baromi .......................................1 Mardan......................................0

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Panthers wrap up the season KILCUNDA Bass Football Netball Club held its presentation night in its social rooms recently. It was an exciting night with special club awards received by worthy

recipients. Peter Mabilia received a club life membership, while Alison and Walter Scapin received the David and Janice Brown Best Club Person Award for their tireless dedication to the club.

The club also received exciting news from president John Shaw that Bass Coast Shire Council backed funding for new netball facilities. The redevelopment is likely to begin Seniors: from left, Seth Bent received an award for being a promising young player, the coach’s award went to Mitch Whitham, the junior award went to following the 2018 season.

Brad Aldwell, Brent Macaffer was best and fairest, David Hutchinson was most consistent, Daniel Mock was best team man, Dale Crawford was a coach’s award winner and Matt Edwards was most improved. Absent: Chris Endres, runner up best and fairest.

Reserves: there was a three way tie for best and fairest in the Reserves this C Grade: from left, runner up best and fairest Tayla Well deserved: Kilcunda Bass Football Netball season between Jim Evans, Jason Good and Scott Pugh. Pictured from left, Kershaw with best and fairest winner Brooke Stalk- Club president John Shaw (right) congratulated Pe- Christine Johnson accepted the trophy for best and fairest winner Scott Pugh, Sam Watson received the best team man award, Luke May was most consiser. Absent: Kiri Batty, most improved. ter Mabilia for receiving a club life membership. tent, Jason Good was best and fairest, coach Dean Pipicelli, and Carol Evans accepted the best and fairest trophy on behalf of Jim Evans. Absent: Kane Condick (most determined) and Nick Tamburo (coach’s award).

B Grade: Elizabeth Krog was awarded the most improved award. Absent: best and fairest winner Steph McMillan and runner up best and fairest Kim Pike.

A Grade: from left, Juliette Townsend received the most determined award and Laura Robins was the best and fairest winner. Absent: Lisa Steel, runner Valued members: Alison and Walter Scapin received the David and Janice up best and fairest and recipient of the most valu- Brown Best Club Person award for their tireless commitment to the club. David (far left) and Janice (far right) presented the award. able netball squad member award.

Young Parrots celebrate LEONGATHA’S junior footballers and netballers were awarded for their efforts during the season at a recent presentation evening. U17s: Simone Dekker (left) received the junior most improved award and Nikya Wright received the coach’s award.

The young Parrots celebrated their achievements among friends and family. It was successful season for the juniors with teams making finals, and the U15s being awarded runners up in the grand final.

Fourths: from left, Mason McGannon, Tom Vanderkolk, Tyson Hanegraaf, Jake Van der Pligt and Travis Nash received U13s: Makenzi Gourlay was awards at the recent presentation night. Jake Van der Plight named best and fairest. was best and fairest.

Thirds: coach Mark Garnham (far left) and assistant coach Simon McRae (far right) congratulated award winners Jordy Patullo, Dylan Garnham, Lochie Scott, Cam Olden, Damon Ginnane and Nathan Trotto. Lochie Scott was the best and fairest winner.

Above: U15s: back from left, coach’s Lauren Redpath and Philippa Littlejohn congratulate their team Phoebe Davidson, Alicia Marshman, Chloe Brown, Tayla Buckley, front from left, Keely Price, Zali Rogers, Holly Van Der Pligt and Stacey Giliam for making the grand final. Keely and Zali were equal runner up best and fairest winners, Holly received the coach’s award and Stacey was best and fairest.

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Glen Alvie club reunites MORE than 30 years ago, the final siren sounded for the Glen Alvie Football and Netball clubs, with players hanging up their boots for the last time in February 1988.

Three decades later 300 former players, committee members, spectators and family members gathered together to commemorate the club at a recent reunion weekend. A formal dinner was held at the Inverloch Community Hub on Saturday, October 7, with the reunion culminating in a family barbecue at the Glen Alvie Recreation Reserve on Sunday, October 8. Players spanning several generations, along with ex-committee members and life members of the club were joined together in their excitement and joy at being reunited once more after many years. “It’s just been such a wonderful weekend, it’s marvellous,” said former netball player Kaye Anderson. Attendees laughed and swapped stories long into the night, reminiscing on days gone by, united by their love and passion for their country football club. Many stories were told about near misses in matches, and the big celebrations that were held at the old Tin Shed, regardless of where the team placed on the ladder. One ex-player was heard to say, “I’ve never known a club to celebrate coming second quite like the Glen Alvie teams did.” Former player and MC for the reunion, Alan Bolding, called the weekend a “once in a lifetime event”. The reunion highlight was the surprise reveal of a commemorative recognition football team, with players selected from the early 21st century up to the folding of the club in the late 80s. Players were selected for their dedication to the club and their playing prowess, and were honoured on a special plaque which is now to be displayed at the Glen Alvie Recreation Reserve.

The plaque - along with a custom built memorabilia display cabinet and a new safe for the secure storage of historical records – was funded by a Bass Coast Shire Community Grant. Key players in the organisation of the reunion weekend were Elwyn Matthews, Neville Chapman, Jen Stuchbery, Michael Green, Marie Wilson and Alan Bolding, along with many others who pitched in to help organise the weekend’s events. The Glen Alvie Football and Netball Club went into recess on February 8, 1988, before officially folding five years later. The club’s final match was played in 1987. For many Glen Alvie players and their families, there has always been something special about the club that extended well beyond the boundary of the football ground. With more than 200 players, family members, and supporters of the club turning out for the weekend’s commemorative events, it is evident that despite there no longer being a club or play- Celebrating the club: from left, former players Russell Matthews and Stan Oakley at the Glen Alvie Recreation Reserve for the football and netball club’s reunion on Sunday. ing teams, the spirit of Glen Alvie lives on.

Star players: players and family representatives of the newly formed Recognition Team were, back from left, Peter McLaren, Murray Wilson, Neil Bowman, Malcolm Scott, Stuart Scott, Neville Chapman, Bob Smith, Kevin Guthrie, Robyn Bolding, Elwyn Matthews and Brian Kane, front from left, Ian Thorne, Shirley McKenzie, Alan Hart, Andy Grant, Coral Brown, Michelle Barker (nee Ware) and Rex Thorne.

• Cricket LDCA Under 16’s

Team for Sunday’s clash

LDCA Under 18 team

LEONGATHA’s Under 18 representative THE LDCA Under 16 side will play team will contest round one of the GCL Central Gippsland at Mirboo North this against Sale at Sale College this Sunday. The LDCA team is: Ben Perry, Koby Brann, Brett Sunday, October 15.

The LDCA team is: Aaron Bardwell, Poowong Thorson, Eli Cousins, Nath Trotto, Jakob Lamers, Loch; Rowan Slade, Glen Alvie; Joshua Schultz, Alex Geyer, Josh Hastings, Jakob Beckwith, Adam Proud colours: from left, former players Club; Joel Brann, Club; Emmet Dempsey, Club; Blake Honeysett, Daniel O’Keefe and Brock Hastins. Alan Bolding and John Tack donned Glen Christopher, Phillip Island; Jy Hull, Glen Alvie; Ben The bus will be leaving Wonthaggi McDonald’s Alvie Football and Netball Club’s colours McRae, Glen Alvie; Darcy Hume, Leongatha Town; at 7am and Leongatha Football ground at 7.30am. at the commemorative reunion on Sunday. Josh Williams, Inverloch; Ethan Lamers, OMK; Evan Please contact Rob Geyer if unavailable 0434 676 John was the best and fairest player in the Allaway, Korumburra. Coach Steve Brann, Club, 406. team manager Warren Williams, Inverloch. Reserve’s 1968 team.

LDCA ladders

• LDCA C Grade

Mixed opening for C Grade cricket THE LDCA’s C Grade teams had a mixed bag on the opening weekend of cricket with none of the C1 games being played but three of the four C2 games were completed. In C1 Town had to forfeit its game to OMK while the Workers defeated Inverloch on forfeit. Both OMK and Workers get the maximum 12 points. The association’s Gary Adams said at this stage both Town and Inverloch should be able to field teams this week; school holidays and footy trips

impacting on numbers. The Nerrena v Phillip Island game was not started due to lack of a ground while a wet Dumbalk reserve meant the MDU v. Korumburra match was washed out. These four teams share the six points. In C2 matches the highlight here was the good early season form of Koony/RSL’s Paris Buckley who not only claimed 5/11 but also featured in the runs, top scoring for the Cougars on 90 to guide the side to a big win.

Results Glen Alvie 8/143 (J Thorn

36 not out, D Hynes 30, S Lowe 28, C Casey 2/12) def Wonthaggi Workmens 8/127 (J Licis 50, B McCrae 3/23, L McCrae 2/13). Korumburra 104 (A Brinksma 32, J Knox 3/31, N Hancock 2/9) def Poowong Loch 36 (A Brinksma 2/0, S Hall 2/4, P Churchill 2/11) Phillip Island 135 (D McClausland 50, G Marshall 35, P Buckley 5/11, I Smith 3/11) def by Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL 3/156 (P Buckley 90, B Manicaro 25, J. M. Kleverkamp 2/20). The other match saw Kilcunda Bass forfeit to OMK.

A Grade Division 1 Phillip Island..................... 12 OMK.................................. 12 Korumburra ..................... 12 Won Club .......................... 12 Glen Alvie ............................ 0 Inverloch .............................. 0 Town..................................... 0 Kilcunda Bass ...................... 0 A Grade Division 2 Poowong-Loch .................. 12 Nerrena ............................. 12 Koonwarra-L/RSL ........... 12 Imperials ............................. 0 MDU .................................... 0 Foster.................................... 0 Won Miners .......................... 0 B Grade Division 1 OMK.................................. 12 Won Club .......................... 12 Phillip Island..................... 12 Nerrena ............................. 12 MDU .................................... 0 Kilcunda-Bass ...................... 0 Koonwarra L/RSL................ 0 Town..................................... 0

B Grade Division 2 Poowong-Loch .................. 12 Won Miners ...................... 12 Korumburra ..................... 12 Inverloch ............................. 0 Imperials .............................. 0 Foster.................................... 0 Glen Alvie ............................ 0 C Grade Division 1 OMK.................................. 12 Won Club .......................... 12 MDU .................................... 6 Korumburra ....................... 6 Phillip Island ........................ 6 Nerrena ................................. 6 Inverloch .............................. 0 Town..................................... 0 C Grade Division 2 Koonwarra L/RSL ........... 12 Korumburra ..................... 12 Glen Alvie.......................... 12 OMK.................................. 12 Won Club ............................. 0 Poowong-Loch ..................... 0 Phillip Island ........................ 0 Town..................................... 0 Kilcunda-Bass ...................... 0

Leongatha District Cricket Association

Umpire Appointments EVANS PETROLEUM Round 2 - October 14 Home team

Away Team

Ground

Umpire

v v v v

OMK Won Club Inverloch Phillip Island

Bass 1 Kor Rec Won Turf SP 1

G. Laird T. Rogers G. Goss A. Stride

Grade A2 Won Miners MDU Koon L/RSL Foster

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Poowong Loch Imperials Nerrena Bye

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• LDCA B GRADE DIVISION ONE

OMK hit early lead IN the season opener on Saturday, OMK has pulled ahead of the pack with a victory over Town. Town won the toss and opted to bat first. Although opening batsman James Dean was quickly bowled by OMK’s Russell White, John Pouw made an early impact with 56 runs. However, this would be Town’s top score of the day, with only Jareth Hume, Ray Edwards and Warren Turner cracking double digits. OMK bowler James Paterson dashed Town’s chances, claiming 4/23 and taking two catches. After 35 overs, Town was all out for 108. OMK stepped up to bat and opening batsman Luke Jones was bowled by Marcus Luscombe for five runs. Ethan Lamers, White and Jacob Lamers were all that was needed to finish off Town, making 33, 20 and 37 respectively. Luscombe took 1/24 and Anthony Hanily took 1/128, but OMK had the match with a final tally of 2/113. Nerrena secured a win over MDU. Batting first, Nerrena’s Hayden Funnell and Ryan Clark sealed the deal by accumulating 51 and 47 runs respectively. MDU’s bowlers worked hard to keep Nerrena within reach with Craig Hoober claiming three wickets, and Brett Thorson, Cooper Cary and Jai Bright taking two each. Nerrena set the target at 9/161. MDU made a steady

start and top scored midway through the batting order after Hoober made 31. Nerrena’s Ben Croatto was the bowler of the day, taking 4/23. MDU fell short with a score of 7/149. The Wonthaggi Workmens outplayed Koonwarra/LRSL. The Workers’ opening partnership of Josh Schulz and Mitchell Davey did some early damage as they made 28 and 45 runs respectively. Schulz was ultimately stumped by Matt Wilson and Davey was caught by Jayke Hoy. Koonwarra/LRSL bowlers Kevin Thorne (4/26) and Adam Rockall (2/25) ended the Workers’ run early with a score of 8/127. The Cougars top scored early with Wilson making 24. However, little else could salvage the innings. The Wonthaggi bowlers were merciless with Drew Herbert, Kaidyn Dudley, Emmet Dempsey, Joel Brann and Lochlan McLean taking two wickets each. After 34 overs, the Cougars were all out for 88. Phillip Island also had a clean win over Kilcunda Bass. Phillip Island batsmen Connor Epifano and Clint Wilson were the standouts of the day with 46 and 30 runs respectively. Bowlers Rohan (3/11) and Riley Duff (3/18) made things difficult for Phillip Island, but it managed a final tally of 131. A steady for innings for Kilcunda Bass elimi-

nated its chances of getting back up. Chris Elliott top scored with 20 runs heading towards the tail end of the batting order. Phillip Island bowlers Chris Andrews, Anton Thomas and Scott Boyack ensured Kilcunda Bass was all out for 78.

Division 1 KOONWARRA L/RSL def by WON CLUB 1st innings Won Club J. Schulz stp. M. Wilson b. K. Thorne ...................... 28 M. Davey c. J. Hoy b. K. Thorne ...................... 45 L. Sawyer c. J. Rockall b. K. Thorne ........................ 9 L. McLean c. D. Clark b. K. Thorne ........................ 6 D. Herbert c. J. Hoy b. A. Rockall........................ 0 J. Brann r.o............................. 22 I. Barnes stp. M. Wilson b. A. Rockall........................ 5 B. Evans n.o. ........................... 2 E. Dempsey r.o. ...................... 0 W. Speed n.o............................ 4 Extras...................................... 6 Total ......................... 8/127 (cc) Bowling: A. Drury 0/11, D. Clark 0/20, J. Rockall 0/27, J. Hoy 0/16, K. Thorne 4/26, A. Rockall 2/25. 1st innings Koonwarra L/ RSL J. Rockall c. E. Dempsey b. K. Dudley ........................ 0 M. Wilson b. E. Dempsey..... 24 D. Clark b. K. Dudley ............ 3 D. Baker stp. M. Davey b. J. Brann.......................... 19 A. Rockall b. E. Dempsey .... 15 J. Hoy b. L. McLean ............... 4 A. Stanley c. W. Speed b. J. Brann............................ 1 K. Thorne b. D. Herbert.......... 2 B. Van Rooy b. L. McLean..... 0 A. Drury c. M. Davey b. D. Herbert........................ 6 S. Turner n.o. ......................... 10 Extras...................................... 4 Total ...................................... 88 Bowling: D. Herbert 2/17, K. Dudley 2/11, W. Speed 0/6, E. Dempsey 2/15, J. Brann 2/27, L. McLean 2/9. TOWN def by OMK 1st innings Town J. Dean b. R. White ................. 0 J. Pouw c. b. H. James .......... 56 J. Hume c. L. Jones b. J. Paterson...................... 18 L. Kleinert c&b. J. Paterson .................. 1 R. Edwards c. J. Lamers b. J. Paterson...................... 12 A. Hanily b. J. Paterson .......... 4

W. Turner b. H. James........... 12 M. Luscombe r.o. .................... 0 T. Strybosch c. H. James b. J. Greenwood J. Goss c. J. Greenwood b. H. James .......................... 1 B. O’Loughlin n.o. .................. 0 Extras...................................... 3 Total ....................................108 Bowling: R. White 1/26, N. Besley 0/11, T. Eustace 0/22, J. Paterson 4/23, J. Greenwood 2/11, H. James 3/13. 1st innings OMK L. Jones b. M. Luscombe ....... 5 E. Lamers n.o. ....................... 33 R. White c. R. Edwards b. A. Hanily ....................... 20 J. Lamers n.o. ........................ 37 Extras.................................... 18 Total .................................2/113 Bowling: M. Luscombe 1/24, W. Turner 0/8, A. Hanily 1/28, J. Pouw 0/16, J. Hume 0/12, T. Strybosch 0/10, R. Edwards 0/4. MDU def by NERRENA 1st innings Nerrena A. Harrison b. B. Thorson ...... 1 H. Funnell c. C. Hoober........ 51 S. Helms c. B. Thorson b. J. Bright ......................... 27 C. Baudinette c. B. Thorson b. J. Bright ........................... 1 R. Clark b. C. Cary................ 48 J. Kelly c. J. McEwan b. C. Cary............................. 2 B. Croatto c. J. McEwan b. C. Hoober ........................ 6 M. Trotto b. B. Thorson .......... 0 C. Dougherty b. C. Hoober..... 0 S. Murphy n.o.......................... 2 T. Dyke n.o. ............................. 2 Extras.................................... 21 Total ......................... 9/161 (cc) Bowling: B. Thorson 2/22, C. Cary 2/51, J. Bright 2/31, C. Hoober 3/8, T. Zukovskis 0/19, J. Phillips 0/20. 1st innings MDU D. Thomas b. B. Croatto....... 10 J. McEwan lbw. b. C. Baudinette................. 24 W. Prosser c. S. Helms b. S. Murphy........................ 7 C. Hoober c. b. J. Kelly ........ 31 B. Thorson c. H. Funnell b. B. Croatto ...................... 22 T. Zukovskis c. S. Murphy b. B. Croatto ........................ 8 C. Cary n.o. ........................... 18 J. Phillips b. B. Croatto ........... 3 M. Hoober n.o. ........................ 5 Extras.................................... 22 Total ......................... 7/149 (cc) Bowling: C. Dougherty 0/20, B. Croatto 4/23, S. Murphy 1/21, C. Baudinette 1/28, R. Clark 0/2, J. Kelly 1/16, M. Trotto 0/9, S. Helms 0/21. KILCUNDA BASS def by PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island S. Boyack b. ............................ 2 C. Epifano c........................... 46 B. Insall c............................... 13

M. Young c. ............................. 0 A. Finlayson c. ...................... 11 C. Wilson r.o.......................... 30 P. Cleary b................................ 1 M. Wright b. ............................ 3 A. Thomas c. ........................... 0 C. Andrews lbw. ...................... 0 B. Christopher n.o. .................. 0 Extras.................................... 25 Total ....................................131 Bowling: D. Bettles 1/13, R. Duff 3/11, R. Duff 3/18, M. Khan 0/4, S. Tapscott 0/27, C. Elliott 1/38, H. Grace 1/14. 1st innings Kilcunda Bass R. Gardiner c. C. Epifano b. C. Andrews ...................... 2 S. Tapscott lbw. b. B. Christopher ................. 3 H. Grace b. A. Thomas ........... 5 J. Reilly c. M. Wright b. C. Andrews ...................... 0 M. Khan c. C. Wilson b. A. Thomas ..................... 16 R. Duff b. M. Wright............... 9 C. Elliott n.o. ......................... 20 Z. Crow c. P. Cleary b. M. Young ......................... 8 D. Bettles c. C. Andrews b. P. Cleary........................... 0 R. Duff c. C. Epifano b. S. Boyack ........................ 4 K. Duff b. S. Boyack............... 0 Extras.................................... 11 Total ...................................... 78 Bowling: B. Christopher 1/13, C. Andrews 2/7, A. Thomas 2/15, M. Wright 1/13, M. Young 1/6, P. Cleary 1/14, S. Boyack 2/6.

Battling: Koonwarra/LRSL batsman Daniel Baker accumulated 19 runs in the season opening match.

Pressure’s on: Wonthaggi Workers’ opening bowler Drew Herbert had Koonwarra/LRSL feeling the heat after taking 2/17.

• LDCA B GRADE DIVISION TWO

Smashing season start for Poowong Loch A SIX wicket haul from Troy Poynton saw Poowong Loch hit the top of the ladder early in the first game of the season. Foster stepped in to bat first, and top scored midway through the batting order with Dalton Clearihan-Jervies making 33 runs. Poynton and Scott Head ensured Foster’s run was short lived. Foster was dismissed all out for 75. Opening batsman Trevor Allen continued Poowong Loch’s incredible display with 75 runs. Two catches from Foster’s Daniel Britton

slowed Poowong Loch, but the game was over. Poowong Loch took the points with a score of 3/126. Wonthaggi Miners was also a clear winner over the Imperials in the first match of the season. The Imperials won the toss and sent the Miners in to bat. Opening batsman Rohan Todd was quick to get runs on the board for the Miners. He made 58 before he was bowled by Jack Ballagh. Paul Nelson and Sam Farrington were also successful for the Miners, making 43 and 45 runs respectively. Imperials bowler Kristian Gray show-

cased his skill by taking three wickets, but the Miners ran away with an overall score of 236. Sam Vagg’s 35 runs was the highlight of the Imperials’ innings. Nelson took three wickets and the Imperials were dismissed with a score of 64. Korumburra played out a close contest against Inverloch. After a steady start, Korumburra’s Jason Richards top scored with 59 runs. Inverloch bowler Shaun Hayes kept the pressure on Korumburra and took 3/21. Korumburra finished its run all out for 122. With a target in sight, Inverloch tried

to chip away to achieve the goal. Clayton Fisher and Warren Stewart had an early run, making 38 and 24 runs respectively. Dean Cashin followed on with 27 more runs towards the end of the batting order. Korumburra bowlers Michael Patching and Barry Kerr were the standouts for the team, taking two wickets each. Ultimately, Inverloch ended its innings short with a score of 6/110. Glen Alvie had the bye this round.

Division 2 FOSTER def by POOWONG LOCH 1st innings Foster R. Dower b. B. Regan .......... 6

D. Britton b. S. Head............ 0 W. Davy b. T. Allen ............ 12 T. McWilliams c. B. Nicholls b. S. Head ......................... 1 P. Jervies c. T. Sheedy b. T. Poynton .................... 6 D. Clearihan-Jervis b. T. Poynton .................. 33 S. Roffey b. T. Poynton ........ 7 L. Lidstone c. G. Poynton b. T. Poynton .................... 1 K. Davy b. T. Poynton.......... 0 S. Venna n.o. ........................ 0 B. Cripps b. T. Poynton ........ 0 Extras .................................. 9 Total ................................... 75 Bowling: S. Head 2/14, G. Poynton 0/0, B. Regan 1/17, T. Poynton 6/22, T. Allen 1/16, G. Birnie 0/2. 1st innings Pooong Loch T. Allen n.o. ........................ 75 G. Birnie c. D. Britton b. D. Clearihan-Jervies ..... 5 B. Knight lbw. b. S. Roffey .................... 13 T. Poynton c. D. Britton b. L. Lidstone ................... 5 T. Sheedy n.o........................ 9 Extras ................................ 19 Total .............................. 3/126 Bowling: P. Jervies 0/13, D. Clearihan-Jervies 1/25, D. Britton 0/20, S. Roffey 1/15,

L. Lidstone 1/13, T. McWilliams 0/5, K. Davy 0/14, B. Cripps 0/10, W. Davy 0/6. KORUMBURRA d INVERLOCH 1st innings Korumburra B. Kerr b. S. Hayes .............. 2 N. Leppin c. B. Phillips b. C. Fisher ....................... 5 J. Richards n.o. ................... 59 L. Roberts b. C. Fisher ......... 5 M. Patching c. D. Cashin b. C. Bulter ....................... 6 J. Petrie c. J. Butcher b. M. Warren .................. 12 E. Allaway c&b. M. Warren................ 2 D. Kemp lbw. b. S. Hayes .... 4 B. Bailey lbw. b. S. Hayes ... 0 H. McNeill b. D. Cashin ...... 6 J. Wrigley b. D. Cashin ........ 0 Extras ................................ 21 Total ................................. 122 Bowling: C. Fisher 2/12, S. Hayes 3/21, C. Bulter 1/20, D. Cashin 2/17, W. Stewart 0/9, M. Warren 2/31. 1st innings Inverloch B. Phillips b. M. Patching .... 7 C. Fisher b. D. Bailey......... 38 W. Stewart c. D. Kemp b. B. Kerr........................ 24 C. Bulter c. H. McNeill b. B. Kerr.......................... 0

S. Hayes r.o. ......................... 0 D. Cashin n.o...................... 27 M. Woods b. M. Patching..... 1 M. Warren n.o. ..................... 4 Extras .................................. 9 Total ....................... 6/110 (cc) Bowling: M. Patching 2/18, E. Allaway 0/17, H. McNeill 0/29, D. Bailey 1/8, J. Richards 0/12, B. Kerr 2/22. WON MINERS d IMPERIALS 1st innings Won Miners R. Todd b. J. Ballagh .......... 58 J. Aitken c. A. Meyer b. J. Ballagh.................... 13 P. Nelson c. A. Meyer b. M. McGrath................ 43 S. Farrington c. P. McCaughan b. M. Portelli .................. 45 W. Chapman c. P. McCaughan b. M. Portelli .................. 11 G. Peters stp. A. Meyer b. K. Gray....................... 20 J. Armstrong b. P. McCaughan ............ 22 A. Hall c. T. McGrath b. K. Gray......................... 3 D. McGuirk b. P. McCaughan ............ 10 S. Ivekovic c. P. McCaughan b. K. Gray......................... 5 L. Granger n.o. ..................... 5 Extras ................................ 11

Total ................................. 236 Bowling: P. McCaughan 2/52, K. Gray 3/41, J. Ballagh 2/62, T. McGrath 0/18, M. McGrath 1/41, M. Portelli 1/22. 1st innings Imperials A. Meyer lbw. b. R. Todd ..... 0 C. Mondal b. R. Todd ........... 3 S. Vagg c. R. Todd b. L. Granger .................. 35 K. Gray c. R. Todd b. A. Hall .......................... 0 M. McGrath c. G. Peters b. P. Nelson ...................... 6 J. Ballagh c. P. Nelson b. J. Armstrong ................. 9 T. McGrath c. S. Farrington b. P. Nelson ...................... 0 P. McCaughan n.o. ............... 3 M. Portelli c. W. Chapman b. P. Nelson ...................... 0 Extras .................................. 8 Total ................................... 64 Bowling: R. Todd 2/11, A. Hall 1/4, J. Aitken 0/19, L. Granger 1/13, P. Nelson 3/11, J. Armstrong 1/2.

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Mock delivers gold for Diggers OMK has proven it will be a force to be reckoned with after the Diggers prime recruit Daniel Mock delivered the goods to smash 122 not out in the big win over Leongatha Town.

With Jesse Van Rooye hitting 51 and Daniel Lloyd 41 the Diggers finished with 3/234 over Town’s 123, with John Richardson providing the only real resistance with 60 for the Scorpions. Reigning premiers Club 6/202 had a close contest with Glen Alvie which finished on 6/179. Ryan Thomas topped the scoring with 53 for Club while Jordan Smith opened with 56 for Glen Alvie. Korumburra 4/116 in reply took out this match pretty comfortably over Inverloch 8/113. After opener Brett Debono fell for Inverloch after making 59 and Dave Newman 28 the innings fell away. Phillip Island’s decision to bat first was vindi-

cated when it made 2/182 to set up a solid win over Kilcunda Bass 117. The Island’s Eli Richards has stepped up to captain this season and his 80 runs opening was the ideal way to make a statement for the Sharks along with a good innings of 53 from Matthew Dennerley sparking a 109 run opening partnership. Killy Bass had a couple of early contributors, namely Gill’s 45 and Donohue’s 35 but after they fell the innings went with it. Simon Kirton 3/12 and Zach Brown 4/24 shone for the Island.

Division 1 WON CLUB d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Won Club D. Britt c............................. 10 S. Huitema c. ...................... 41 M. Thomas c. ..................... 44 R. Thomas r.o. .................... 53 J. Sheerin c. ........................ 29 J. Sheerin c. ........................ 12 D. Turton n.o. ....................... 5 M. McCall n.o. ..................... 0 Extras .................................. 8 Total .......................6/202 (cc) Bowling: D. Hales 0/42, D. Diwell 1/26, T. Smith 0/32, J. Glen 0/24, P. Palmer 2/40, J. Hales 2/33. 1st innings Glen Alvie J. Smith c. R. Birkett

b. A. Geyer ..................... 56 M. Heeps b. R. Birkett ......... 6 S. Smith c. S. Huitema b. Z. Macdermid............. 11 J. Glen lbw. b. M. McCall .................. 32 P. Palmer c. J. Sheerin b. A. Geyer ..................... 34 D. Diwell c. b. R. Thomas.... 6 D. Hales n.o........................ 10 A. Hamilton n.o.................. 13 Extras ................................ 11 Total .......................6/179 (cc) Bowling: R. Thomas 1/53, R. Birkett 1/15, Z. Macdermid 1/28, M. McCall 1/24, J. Sheerin 0/24, A. Geyer 2/31. OMK d TOWN 1st innings OMK D. Mock n.o. .................... 122 T. Wyatt c. D. Goss b. J. Schelling ................... 0 J. Wilson c. S. Fixter b. S. Clark ...................... 12 J. Van Rooye c. S. Clark b. J. Schelling ................. 51 D. Lloyd n.o. ...................... 41 Extras .................................. 8 Total .......................3/234 (cc) Bowling: S. Clark 1/44, J. Schelling 2/50, J. Hume 0/34, S. Browne 0/34, M. Davies 0/15, D. Hume 0/56. 1st innings Town M. Davies c. A. Rose b. J. Cochrane................. 14 J. Hume c. T. Wyatt b. P. Dell ......................... 13 S. Fixter b. P. Dell ................ 3 N. Hodges c. J. Wilson b. J. Cochrane................... 2 S. Browne c. A. Rose b. P. Dell ........................... 0 J. Schelling b. P. Dell ........... 0 J. Richardson c. J. Cochrane b. N. Cant ....................... 60

D. Hume c. D. Lloyd b. C. Honeyman ............. 11 M. Livingstone c. P. Dell b. C. Honeyman ............... 1 S. Clark c. J. Wilson b. N. Auddino ................... 1 D. Goss n.o........................... 2 Extras ................................ 16 Total ................................. 123 Bowling: J. Cochrane 2/46, P. Dell 4/3, C. Honeyman 2/47, N. Cant 1/5, J. Wilson 0/13, N. Auddino 1/9. INVERLOCH def by KORUMBURRA 1st innings Inverloch B. Debono b. S. Dole ......... 59 K. Rotthier c&b. T. Richards ............ 50 D. Newman c. S. Dole b. D. Wyhoon ................. 28 W. Taberner c. M. Houston b. T. Richards ................... 4 W. Rankin b. S. Dole............ 3 J. Courtenay c. I. Osman b. T. Richards ................... 0 J. Bowring c. T. Richardson b. S. Dole.......................... 2 A. Mujtaba r.o. ..................... 8 E. Cousins n.o. ..................... 1 L. Anderson n.o. ................... 0 Extras .................................. 3 Total ....................... 8/113 (cc) Bowling: T. Richards 3/10, D. Wyhoon 1/26, S. Checkley 0/21, S. Dole 3/16, K. Rigby 0/39. 1st innings Korumburra I. Osman b. W. Rankin ....... 10 K. Rigby c. J. Courtenay b. A. Mujtaba.................. 26 M. Houston c. D. Newman b. L. Anderson ................ 25 S. Dole n.o.......................... 20 J. Celebring c&b. J. Courtenay ............ 5 T. Richards n.o. .................. 10

Reigning premiers: A1 premiers Wonthaggi Workmen’s Cricket Club returned to the field to take on Glen Alvie in the first game of the 2017/18 season on Saturday. Pictured back from left, Jack Sheerin, James Sheerin (captain), Mark McCall, Ryan Birkett, Dave Britt, Ryan Thomas, front from left, Zane Macdermid, Alex Geyer, Sam Huitema, Daniel Turton and Mitch Thomas. Extras ................................ 20 Total .............................. 4/116 Bowling: K. Rotthier 0/13, L. Anderson 1/25, W. Rankin 1/15, E. Cousins 0/40, A. Mujtaba 1/17, J. Courtenay 1/6. PHILLIP ISLAND d KILCUNDA 1st innings Phillip Island E. Richards c. C. Davidson b. A. Donohue ................ 80

M. Dennerley b. J. Mahood................... 53 J. Watts n.o. ........................ 27 G. Selby n.o.......................... 7 Extras ................................ 16 Total .......................2/182 (cc) Bowling: M. Gill 0/39, S. Leman 0/8, C. Davidson 0/23, A. Donohue 1/27, J. Hewison 0/13, A. McBride 0/28, J. Mahood 1/10, C. Peckett 0/31. 1st innings Kilcunda Bass

C. Davidson b. S. Kirton ...... 0 M. Gill c. J. Watts b. G. Odgers ................... 45 A. Donohue c. J. Watts b. Z. Brown .................... 35 J. Hewison c. J. Watts b. Z. Brown .................... 14 A. Larcombe c. J. Asbury b. Z. Brown ...................... 2 J. Tregear stp. G. Selby b. J. Watts ......................... 2 B. Joseph r.o. ........................ 3

S. Leman b. S. Kirton........... 1 J. Mahood lbw. b. S. Kirton ....................... 2 A. McBride n.o. ................... 1 C. Peckett c. J. Watts b. Z. Brown ...................... 2 Extras ................................ 10 Total ................................. 117 Bowling: S. Kirton 3/12, J. Watts 1/28, G. Odgers 1/38, T. Officer 0/12, Z. Brown 4/24.

• LDCA A Grade Division Two

Poowong Loch grinds out first win THE opening Foster 153. Batting first Poowong round in A2 cricket Loch was well served by saw Poowong Loch Aaron Bardwell 52 and 5/166 tough out a later D Fawcett 34 to give solid victory over it a respectable total.

In reply with Graeme Watkins opening with 67 and Murray Lynch 24 in an opening stand of 102 Foster was looking the goods.

New recruits: new Cougar, Colin Mcphee sets off for a run watched by Imperials new keeper and English import, Jamie Drewe.

• Central Gippsland Cricket

Thumping partnership for Mirboo north A MASSIVE 192 run partnership has propelled Mirboo North to an opening round win in the Central Gippsland League. Being sent in to bat in the Energy Australia Cup Mirboo North was 5/89 and looking shaky before two century makers combined to give the Tigers a huge total. Rob Phoenix was the first century maker, piling on 117 while William Cheatley smashed 104. The innings fell away but the damage had been done; Mirboo North finishing with 9/289

against Latrobe. Latrobe replied with just 7/118 with three wickets on the score of 30 not helping its cause; Steve Freshwater the top scorer with 62 not out. Cheatley completed a great day personally, taking 4/18 with Dale Banks 3/13. In second grade cricket, Mirboo North 9/152 clinched a win over Morwell 116. Opener Robert Hussey opening with 45 set things up for Mirboo North which batted first; two Morwell wickets apiece were taken by Bradshaw, Dyke, McCarthy and Woodall.

But when Lynch and Watkins fell on 102 and 106 respectively things then looked decidedly shaky as it toppled for just 153. Alan Jenkins spell of 4/23 and Dane Fawcett’s 3/31 were crucial in the win. Despite a low scoring match Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL chalked up its first win 137, defeating Imperials 115. Jamie Drewe top scored for Imps with 47 while for the Cougars Ben Perry hit a fine half century (51). In the bowling Mark Lafferty took 4/29 for the Imps while Arnup and Perry took three apiece for Koony. Nerrena 9/146 cruised to an easy win over MDU 97. There were plenty of knocks in the twenties but none really stood out for either team. Cameron Harris claimed 4/35 for United despite the loss. Wonthaggi Miners will pad up next week after having the bye.

Division 2 POOWONG LOCH d FOSTER 1st innings Poowong Loch J. Bardwell c. M. Lynch b. F. Griggs ....................... 0 A. Bardwell c. M. Lynch b. J. Chaseling ................ 52 W. Pollock c. F. Griggs b. G. Tanner .................... 30 C. Knox c. D. O’Keefe b. H. Griggs .................... 13 D. Fawcett n.o. ................... 34 K. Miller r.o.......................... 2 N. Allen n.o. ....................... 20 Extras ................................ 15 Total .......................5/166 (cc) Bowling: F. Griggs 1/45, R. Johnston 0/22, D. O’Keefe 0/43, H. Griggs 1/26, G. Tanner 1/10, J. Chaseling 1/12, J.

Made it: K/LRSL batsman, Ben Perry slides home in time to complete a quick single. Ben top scorred with 51 in the Cougars’ first round win over Imperials. Photos by Mark Drury. Toner 0/5. 1st innings Foster G. Watkins c. A. Jenkins b. D. Fawcett .................. 67 M. Lynch b. B. Monson ..... 24 D. O’Keefe c&b. D. Fawcett ............... 1 J. Prain b. D. Fawcett ........... 1 J. Toner c. W. Pollock b. B. Monson .................... 5 R. Johnston b. A. Jenkins ... 10 J. Chaseling c. M. Allen b. A. Jenkins ..................... 4 F. Griggs c. H. Allen b. A. Jenkins ..................... 4 S. Embuideniya c. M. Allen b. J. Bardwell ................... 2 H. Griggs n.o. ..................... 12 G. Tanner c. J. Bardwell b. A. Jenkins ..................... 3 Extras ................................ 19 Total ................................. 153 Bowling: A. Jenkins 4/23, D. Fawcett 3/31, M. Loader 0/24, J. Bardwell 1/30, M. Allen 0/21, B. Monson 2/22. IMPERIALS def by KOONWARRA L/RSL 1st innings Koonwarra L/RSL J. Hughes c. L. Wright b. M. Lafferty ................. 18 S. Parker c. J. Drewe

b. J. Ginnane .................... 5 B. Perry c. R. McLennan b. M. Lafferty ................. 51 S. Hughes c. T. Sauvarin b. Z. Price ....................... 15 C. McPhee b. D. Ginnane .... 2 B. Tomada b. D. Ginnane ..... 0 J. Hastings b. T. Sauvarin ..... 2 B. Hastings b. M. Lafferty .. 20 J. Pickersgill r.o. ................... 6 T. Elliott lbw. b. M. Lafferty ................... 0 N. Arnup n.o......................... 2 Extras ................................ 16 Total ................................. 137 Bowling: J. Ginnane 1/13, D. Crawley 0/34, M. Lafferty 4/29, Z. Price 1/22, D. Ginnane 2/29, T. Sauvarin 1/7. 1st innings Imperials G. Sauvarin c. B. Perry b. J. Pickersgill ............... 14 T. Sauvarin b. N. Arnup ....... 7 R. Higgins c. S. Parker b. B. Hastings ................... 7 J. Drewe c. S. Parker b. B. Perry ...................... 47 J. Ginnane b. B. Hastings ..... 0 R. McLennan c&b. N. Arnup .................. 8 M. Lafferty c. B. Perry b. N. Arnup....................... 2

D. Ginnane c. B. Tomada b. B. Perry ........................ 0 L. Wright c. J. Hughes b. B. Perry ........................ 0 D. Crawley c. B. Perry b. C. McPhee .................. 10 Z. Price n.o. .......................... 2 Extras ................................ 18 Total ................................. 115 Bowling: T. Elliott 0/9, N. Arnup 3/28, J. Pickersgill 1/26, B. Hastings 2/17, C. McPhee 1/23, B. Perry 3/11. NERRENA d MDU 1st innings Nerrena D. Baldi c. T. Sinclair b. M. Cantwell.................. 1 D. Symmons c. T. Sinclair b. N. Eddy ...................... 29 J. Beckwith c. C. Olden b. M. Martin ................... 22 T. Wightman lbw. b. C. Harris ....................... 9 J. Hoy c. M. Le Page b. C. Harris ....................... 8 D. Trotman c. D. Mathews b. C. Harris ....................... 0 P. Matheson c. M. Martin b. C. Harris ..................... 21 C. Salmon c. T. Harris b. N. Eddy ...................... 25 J. Trease n.o.......................... 1

Z. Trease r.o........................ 11 Extras ................................ 19 Total .......................9/146 (cc) Bowling: T. Harris 0/26, D. Mathews 0/24, N. Eddy 2/30, M. Cantwell 1/13, C. Harris 4/35, M. Martin 1/15. 1st innings MDU G. Webster c. C. Salmon b. J. Hoy ........................... 8 M. Olden r.o. ...................... 10 D. Mathews c&b. Z. Trease ................ 15 C. Olden c. D. Baldi b. Z. Trease....................... 0 N. Eddy c. T. Wightman b. N. Trotto ....................... 1 M. Martin b. P. Matheson..... 0 M. Le Page c. C. Salmon b. N. Trotto ....................... 2 T. Harris c. D. Baldi b. J. Trease...................... 29 T. Sinclair b. J. Hoy.............. 2 C. Harris c. D. Baldi b. T. Wightman ............... 11 M. Cantwell n.o.................... 0 Extras ................................ 19 Total ................................... 97 Bowling: J. Trease 1/15, Z. Trease 2/12, J. Hoy 2/30, P. Matheson 1/13, N. Trotto 2/20, T. Wightman 1/3.

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