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Premiers 2018: celebrating another ďŹ&#x201A;ag for Fish Creek are coach Greg â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Reggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hoskin, runner Brendan Richards and players Bailey HarďŹ eld-Park, Chad Macri, Jarrod Walker, Gareth Park, Nick Oaten, Travis Manne, Aaron Ireland, Justin Smith, Darcy Hargrave, Harrison Hunt, Brent Cooper, Jack Hayes, Will Voorham, Liam Adlington, Jordan Shaw, Andrew Seccull, Owen Straw, Ethan Park, Tom Cameron, Lachy Gay and Ayden Wilson.

Fish Creekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three-peat WHILE a future Alberton Football Netball League looks set for major changes there were no such distractions for Fish Creek as it dismantled Foster to take out its third premiership in a row; all under coach Greg Hoskin.

In front of a good crowd at Meeniyan, the Kangaroos were held accountable by Foster until midway into the third quarter when it stepped away. And in the ďŹ nal quarter the Creek put its foot down; bounding away to a nine goal victory (report and photos page 50). This could be the last year for the Alberton league under this format with a recommendation to merge the Mid-Gippsland and Alberton leagues to create a 15-team Central and Southern Gippsland League in 2019. Full report on the planned restructure on the back page.

FOSTER survived an early scare in the A Grade netball grand ďŹ nal to take out a physical match against Fish Creek 35-29.

Well done Dad: the Manne family were out in force to watch dad Travis compete in the ruck for Fish Creek in the Senior premiership. He was one of the Kangaroosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; best players. Travis said he was pretty determined to go another year. Pictured from left are Addie, 6, Travis, Jude, 2, mum Jasmine and Isla, 7.

We did it: Foster A Graders, from left, Jeanette Brown, Kelsey Angwin and Keighley Starrett (best on court).

Goal shooter Nicole McKenzie went down early in the match after colliding with her opponent. She was helped oďŹ&#x20AC; the court and played no further part in the game. The game was very physical throughout and the umpires gave several cautions and ruled contacts to try to control the game. Foster settled in the last to go away with the win, coming from third to claim the ďŹ&#x201A;ag. See page 45.

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Burglars strike BURGLARS stole cash and damaged arcade machines at a premises in Bair Street in Leongatha overnight on Friday. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Leongatha Police on 5662 2285.

Driver oﬀ the road A MAN had his driving licence suspended immediately after returning a blood alcohol level of 0.181 – more than three times the legal limit. The 32 year old from Melbourne was intercepted by Inverloch Police on The Esplanade, Inverloch at 1am on Sunday. Police are compiling a brief of evidence in relation to the matter.

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Hospital’s moving tribute to cancer patients friends, family or co-workers being diagnosed with the disease. She said people in the community had also been asking about the tribute, so the decision was made to bring the tradition back. “The money raised by the tributes will be put towards cancer affected areas of the hospital,” she said. The daﬀodils will remain in place for around 10 days.

IGA Leongatha to undergo $1m redevelopment MICHAELS Supa IGA in Leongatha will further boost the town’s retailing offering when the supermarket undergoes a redevelopment worth between $850,000 and $1 million from mid-September. The new look store will offer a greater retail range and South Gippslanders a shopping experience unlike any other seen in the region. In addition to its current format, the store will offer a sushi outlet, coffee, cakes and light snacks to takeaway, freshly squeezed orange juice and a full meat servery offering freshly made instore products and meal solutions. There will also be full service bakery counter and a specialty cheese section with an even larger focus on local cheeses than what the store currently has. The refurbishment will create 10 additional jobs and increase the total staff employed at the store to 100. Domenic D’Agostino, Michaels Group operations manager, said the new look store will be “a gourmet and fresh food lovers delight”. “The last refurbishment of the store was in 2009 and we would like to modernise the store to increase its current award winning

fresh food oﬀering,” he said. “We feel the elements we are bringing to South Gippsland are well suited to the local community and our customers.” The supermarket has been awarded nationally and internationally for its retail excellence over many years, and this redevelopment will mark a new chapter in the store’s long term commitment to South Gippsland. Mr D’Agostino said the project has been in the pipeline for a while. “It is with great pleasure that we have awarded the building contract to Leongatha business Considine and Johnson who will outsource the majority of the work to local trades that the Michaels Group already utilises,” he said.

Mr D’Agostino said the significant reinvestment in the store gives the business a great sense of satisfaction in servicing the South Gippsland community for many years to come. He said customers could expect some disruptions during building works but the store would trade as per normal throughout the works. The renovations are expected to be completed around the first week of December. “However, our staff will be making every effort possible to ensure the 40 day project goes as smoothly as possible and that there are minimal disruptions to our loyal customers,” Mr D’Agostino said. Last year 600 solar panels were installed on the store to reduce the store’s carbon footprint.

Big changes: from left Michael’s IGA operations manager Domenic D’Agostino, Leongatha store manager Chris O’Leary and staﬀ member Bryan Freeman are preparing for a major redevelopment of the Leongatha store.

Daffodil field: a tribute to people affected by cancer was erected at the Leongatha Hospital last Tuesday, August 28, to coincide with Leongatha’s Daffodil Festival held over the weekend. Pictured in front are organiser and midwife/clinical nurse specialist Louise Cruickshank, left and urgent care nurse Sarah Robinson and daughter Macie.

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POLICE have impounded the vehicles of two speeding motorists. A 20 year Poowong man was found driving at an alleged speed of 150km/h in a 100km/h zone on McDonalds Track, Nyora at 8.30pm, August 25. His vehicle was impounded for 30 days and he be forced to pay costs of $1100 and face Korumburra Magistrate’s Court on charges of excessive speed and probationary driving oﬀences. A 47 year old Yanakie woman lost her car for 30 days after being found travelling at 155km/h in a 100km/h zone on South Gippsland Highway, Stony Creek at 10.30am on August 24. She will also front Korumburra Magistrate’s Court on charges of excessive speed and speed dangerous.

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Locals star in Federation Business Awards SOUTH Gippsland businesses were the winners at the annual Federation Business School Gippsland Business Awards on Friday night. BIG4 Inverloch Holiday Park of Inverloch won the Accommodation category for incorporating new initiatives to grow the business, including upgrading the indoor swim park and a new chatline when booking in online. Its longterm plan is to be known as the best holiday park in Victoria. Norte Wear of Inverloch won the Retail category for being a focused business with a clear mission and direction. The business is environmentally focused with an outstanding business model, where the values of sustainability are driving the bottomline and contributing to the proﬁtability and commu-

nity contribution of the business. Awards chair Graeme Sennett told the 400 people at the gala event the quality of entries this year was outstanding, creating a “good problem” for judges and demonstrating the quality and depth of business in the region. “The quality of entries, the ﬁnalists and the eventual winners show that our regional business sector is not only healthy but innovative and successful,” Mr Sennett said. Warragul Dental Care took out the new Health and Wellbeing category on the way to winning the Business of the Year Award. “We had an extremely strong ﬁeld this year, with our entries up on previous years so each of the category winners really earned their spot,” Mr Sennett said. “Our gala on Friday was a great celebration of the capacity and abil-

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Seaside win: Big 4 Holiday Park Inverloch won the Accommodation category at the FedBy Tayla Kershaw-Thomas eration Business School Gippsland Business Awards on Friday. From left, sponsor representative Bass Coast Shire Councillor Les Larke with Leanne Birt, Adrian Edwards, Sue BASS Coast Shire Council rejected live Bosworth and Orla Cummins, all from BIG4 Inverloch.

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The motion to approve live streaming was brought forth by Cr Les Larke, but failed to receive a seconder. This was the third time live streaming had appeared on the agenda in as many months. Initially, it was approved on the casting vote of the chair but was rescinded the following month. Cr Larke said, “Whether it is for physical or business reasons, there are people who cannot attend our meetings. We have a high number of non resident ratepayers in our shire and this would ensure council is accessible. I don’t mind if people are honing in on council items and are only online for a few minutes or the whole meeting, it is another tool we can use to achieve openness.” Cr Larke said the Victorian Ombudsman reported live streaming improves council accessibility. He said he had spoken to South Gippsland Shire Council, which has piloted live streaming. “South Gippsland sees it as a benefit,” he said. Deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari said he didn’t see Fashionable win: Norte Wear of Inverloch won the Retail category at the Federation Busi- the need for live streaming. “People won’t act like themselves with a camera ness School Gippsland Business Awards on Friday. From left, Amy Hill from Norte Wear on them. with sponsor representative Steve Rieniets and Casey Hill. “I think things like our Facebook Q and A sessions have helped. I have been part of six and the ragul Dental Care; shopper visits. ity of Gippsland businesses.” response has been amazing,” he said. Beauty and Personal Care: Other category winners came Each finalist is assessed and in“The councillors themselves have done more to dependently rated by five different from across the region and are Embrace Fitness and Wellbeing, be more approachable to the public. I have people Morwell; judges across 10 judging criteria, listed below: coming into my shop to talk about council matters. Business and Professional Ser- It helps that people know that we are here and we Health and Wellbeing and and as appropriate, received site visits or judges undertook mystery Business of the Year Award: War- vices: Satin Edge Photography, want to listen.”

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Tired driver crashes truck Hospital for observation. Police from the Bass Coast HighA TRUCK crashed into a tree af- way Patrol and Meeniyan attended, with VicRoads officers. ter leaving the South Gippsland along Volunteers from Leongatha State Highway and driving up an em- Emergency Service attended to clear bankment near Korumburra last a tree the truck sheared off and to remove mud from the highway. Thursday. Passing traffic was reduced to one Police believe fatigue played a role in the accident, saying the driver, based lane for approximately four hours in the Melbourne suburb of Campbell- while heavy haulage trucks removed the truck from the embankment. field, had a micronap. The 29 year old driver from Wallan received traffic infringement notices. The accident occurred between Off road: this truck ran up an Whitelaw Road and Korumburra-Bena embankment alongside the South Road intersections with the highway at Gippsland Highway at Korumburra last Thursday. Police beapproximately 7.15am. Police said the driver had no obvi- lieve driver fatigue contributed to ous injuries but was taken to Warragul the incident.

By Brad Lester

Tractor theft A TRACTOR was stolen from a Wattle Bank property recently. The Case tractor bright yellow John Deere wheels on front was taken between 8.30pm August 23 and 11am August 25. The tractor had a power harrow connected and the tractor had faulty hydraulics meaning it could unlikely be driven far. Keys had been left in the tractor.

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Fire guts restaurant called to smoke coming from the rear of the restaurant. The first crew noticed the LEONGATHA Indian Restaurant was fire was burning inside the building, and for support from Leongatha South, gutted by fire believed to be caused called Korumburra, Inverloch and Traralgon brigades. by an electrical fault late on Thursday CFA crews were on scene until approximately evening. 2.30am Friday ensuring the fire was fully Fire broke out at the Roughead Street venue at extinguished using Inverloch’s thermal imaging around 11.30pm. camera, while Traralgon CFA members filled Leongatha and Ruby fire brigades were breathing apparatus cylinders.

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Police advised the ﬁre was caused by an electrical fault and was not suspicious. The premises was built in 1983 when Faye Rowlands and Barbara Stubbs purchased the land for the establishment of their restaurant Mrs Muldoons. The idea was the brainchild of the neighbours when they discussed it on a trip to Cairns. “On our trip we stopped for dinner along the way at some pretty ordinary places and we said, ‘We could do better than this’, and so the idea was born to start one in Leongatha,” Mrs Rowlands told The Star. The building was erected by Stan Stubbs (Barbara’s husband) with the help of ‘tradies assistant’ Vic Rowlands (Faye’s husband). The four are still living in Leongatha with Barbara only just celebrating her 90th birthday on the weekend. “We still getting people asking us to start up Mrs Muldoons again so many years later,” Faye said. It was a very enjoyable time for the four, with the place regularly booked out for the two years they ran it. Mr Rowlands would regularly play the piano for dining guests. The Star was unable to make contact with the Popular venue: Leongatha Indian Restaurant was badly damaged by ﬁre believed to be Indian restaurant owners before going to print to caused by an electrical fault, late Thursday evening. determine if the venue would reopen.

Men to build a new shed By Brad Lester LEONGATHA will have a new men’s shed after the State Government announced $60,000 for the project last Thursday. The new shed will allow for an increase in members and the creation of new programs, and will be built at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. The Leongatha Men’s Shed is one of 29 men’s sheds to beneﬁt from the government’s funding round. Leongatha Men’s Shed president Max Wood was delighted with the news. “There is enormous excitement among the members of the Leongatha Men’s Shed that we have been successful in our grant application,” he said. “The group is going exceptionally well and there is an enormous amount of enthusiasm about the project. “The work of men’s shed member Paull Lahn in putting together the grant application has been astronomical.” Men’s sheds are safe and practical places for men to meet, make social connections and participate in their local communities. Each year, the State Government provides $1 million to support men’s sheds in Victoria, which includes funding for the Victorian Men’s Shed Association. Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said, “Congratulations to all the members of the Leongatha Men’s Shed who can now start work on their new project. We are so proud to support them in all that they do to bring people together

Vehicles collide TWO vehicles were involved in a collision in Leongatha on Sunday morning. The vehicles crashed at the intersection of Horn Street and Nerrena Road about 11.25am. No injuries were reported. Leongatha Police attended.

A CAR was taken from Wonthaggi’s Graham Street on Tuesday, August 28. The black 2002 Jaguar X Type sedan was stolen between 8.45am and 4.45pm. The owner parked the vehicle in Graham Street and went to complete volunteer work at a nearby shop for the day, and returned at the end of the day to ﬁnd the vehicle had been stolen. The car had been left locked.

Thieves love number plates NUMBER PLATES continue to be stolen from vehicles in South Gippsland. The latest incident occurred at Turtons Creek between 1pm August 26 and 5pm August 27. The victim left his Ford Courier work ute on Turtons Creek Road, Turtons Creek following a collision. He returned the next day to ﬁnd both number plates had been removed.

Flare found A WALKER found a defence force marine flare in the sand at Squeaky Beach, Wilsons Promontory, last week. Police from the Bomb Response Unit arranged for members of the Army to attend and examine the washed up flare. The flare was found to be live by the Army ordinance staff who later set a controlled explosive to render the flare inert.

House robbed CASH was stolen from a pelican case at a home in San Remo on August 28. A camera and laptop were also stolen. The incident occurred between 6.30am and 4pm in Thomas Grove. The side door of the house was jemmied open and the main bedroom was ransacked and other bedrooms were searched.

Boatsheds targeted BURGLARS may have broken into boatsheds on the foreshore at Jam Jerrup north of Grantville on August 26. At approximately 3pm, a witness observed a suspicious male leaning in and looking through boatshed windows. When asked by a witness what he was doing, the man said he was “just curious”. The witness caught a glimpse of another male hiding in nearby bushes. It is now apparent the oﬀender/s have removed window louvres and wire screens from a number of boat sheds. It is unclear whether entry has been gained or any items stolen at this stage. The suspicious male was described approximately 25 years old, Caucasian with shoulder length dark hair, and wearing a brown t-shirt and grey shorts.

Cowes theft PROPERTY was stolen over a month from a house under construction in Cowes. The reporting person the incident was not aware of the thefts until they conﬁrmed the items had been delivered. Stolen were two ceramic toilet cisterns, a hot water service, bathroom basins, oven and stovetop, rangehood, trough and towel rails. The incident occurred in Grampian Boulevard, Cowes between August 23 and 24.

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A show case of high quality Gippsland food and beverages to be staged in January 2019 at Mossvale Park.

Build ’em up: from left, Barbara Look of South Gippsland Shire Council, Leongatha Men’s Shed members Paull Lahn and vice president Eddie Bickel, and Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien are excited about the news that a new men’s shed will be built at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. across our region.” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien also congratulated the Leongatha Men’s Shed members. He said he was proud to support the men’s shed’s application and was excited that it had been successful. “Like all our men’s sheds, the Leongatha group plays an important role in giving men an outlet to socialise, learn or hone their skills and produce

goods for the local community,” he said. “The Leongatha group plays an important role in reducing isolation and encouraging men to get out the house and socialise. “I congratulate Max Wood and his team for their success and look forward to seeing the new shed being built soon.” The shed will be built at the reserve between Wild Dog Valley Road and the Leongatha and District Netball Association courts.

A high-quality, seated table serving lunch for up to 200 people, showcasing quality local fresh food. “Hero”dishes prepared specifically using local produce. Fresh breads and delicatessen products suitable for picnicking. Locally produced award-winning wines and beers. Cooking demonstrations showcasing local produce. Whilst South Gippsland produces high quality food and beverages, the lower population density of the region means the best way of underpinning and growing its economic base (and jobs) is to encourage food-based tourism. In recent years the Meeniyan Garlic Festival, the Loch Food & Wine Festival and the Mirboo North Italian Fest, have all inspired visits to South Gippsland by people interested in food. Fooverage is designed to attract people who enjoy higher quality culinary experiences to discover the finer food and beverages Gippsland has to offer.

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Reason to smile: artists Florence Creighton and Peg Elliott admire Florence’s winning work, the RichAdmiring art: checking out the artworks at the opening night of Leon- ard Pegler Memorial Best Water- Award winner: Julie Lundgren-Coulter with Leongatha Art and Photoggatha Art and Photography Show were, from left, Tony Pitman, Glenda colour for Sea Holly at Leongatha raphy Show judge Clive Hutchison. She won best contemporary for New Art and Photography Show. Pitman, Sheryl Bruce and Rotarian Don Bruce. Impression, as shown in the photograph.

Art show entries spiral LEONGATHA Art and Photography Florence Creighton for Sea Holly; • Best Acrylic: Vanessa Kelly for Coastal Show held over the weekend has scaled Grasses; new heights, with more than 500 works • Best Pastel: Maureen Quigley for Spring on display and sale. delight;

Staged by the Rotary Club of Leongatha, excellent sales have been achieved. Judge Clive Hutchison was impressed by the high standard of entries, announcing the winner of best in show, a work by artist Do Noble for Autumn Splendour. “This was a beautiful and uplifting work that demonstrates a mastery of the medium as well as capturing the vibrancy, light and colour palette of the passing season,” he said. Mr Hutchison in his speech also reﬂected on the “amazing creative achievements that have been shown across the 500 works on show.”’ “Every one of these works has a bit of the soul of every person who has entered,” he said. For the Rotary Club of Leongatha, this is one of its main fundraisers for the year along with the Show’n’Shine event and the food and wine event coming up in summer. Just some of the many projects Rotary gives towards include a container load of goods to East Timor, a cutting machine for the Days for Girls project, a wheelchair for a youngster in need, the Lenny Gwyther statue and the ‘Deck for Harvey’ project. “The show this year has surpassed all other years in attendance and number of works sold,” art show coordinator Harry Leggett said. “The artists, visitors and judge say it was the best show they have been to and the standard of works were the best they had seen.” Other winners at the opening were: • Pat West Best Oil: Lorraine Lewitzka for The Garden; • Richard Pegler Memorial Best Watercolour:

• Best mixed media: Mandy Gunn for Sky, spray, surf and sea; • Best contemporary: Julie Lundgren-Coulter for New Impression; • Best ink, charcoal or other medium: Karen Rosato for Lake Reflections; • South Gippsland Shire resident: Ann Foulds for In my Garden; • Best monochrome photo: Gary Beresford for Dignity; • Best colour photo: Steve Eccles for The Wanaka Tree; • Best Digitally modified photo: Jordan Richardson for Bike on a Wall; • Best 3D: Peter Smith for Old Steel Cap Boots; • South Gippsland Shire Council’s youth under 13 award went to Peter Bilbrough for his work entitled Rooster; • South Gippsland Shire Council’s 13-18 age group award went to artist Charlie Hall for his work Under the Pier; and • Phil Riseley’s People’s Choice Award went to The Leongatha Painters Group’s entry, The Market Place. • The building inclusive communities all abilities 13-18 years win went to Nathan Forster for Cats, while Lisa Backman took out the award in the all abilities open category. Raffle winners: first prize of the Walter Magilton Painting, Shirley Egan from Leongatha, and second prize of the Evans Petroleum petrol voucher, Heather Beilby from Leongatha.

For he’s a jolly good fellow LEONGATHA Art and Photography Show co-ordinator Harry Leggett was honoured with a Paul Harris Fellowship at the official opening of the art show on Friday night, August 31. The award is named in honour of Paul Harris, a Chicago attorney who showed great vision, forming the Rotary Club of Chicago on February 23, 1905. The idea was that professionals of diverse backgrounds could exchange ideas, form meaningful, lifelong friendships and give back to their communities. Rotarians can designate a Paul Harris Fellow to recognise another person whose life demonstrates a shared purpose with the objectives and mission of The Rotary Foundation to promote world understanding and peace. Mr Leggett has been a stalwart of the club for many years, not only as the art show co-ordinator for a number of years but also helping out with selling of raffle tickets and running the bar at weekly meetings. Outside of Rotary, Mr Leggett has been an active sailor for many years and a member of the Royal Victorian Yacht Squadron, serving as its Commodore from 1991 to 1993. He has sailed in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and numerous other events. Award received: Harry Leggett, left, reMr Leggett received his Paul Harris Fellow ceives his Paul Harris Fellowship from Ro- certificate and lapel pin from Rotary president tary Club of Leongatha president, Jeremy Jeremy Curtis, which he will wear with pride at future Rotary events. Curtis.

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McBride campus to transform into cultural hub

By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

GALLERIES and libraries are just a few of the ideas mooted as new uses for Wonthaggi Secondary College’s current McBride Campus site.

Victorian Deputy Premier and Education Minister James Merlino announced the site will be transferred to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning and managed by Bass Coast Shire Council last Thursday. This opens up new possibilities for the site once the college has transferred to the $32.7 million McKenzie Street facility, being developed next to the Bass Coast Specialist School. It was designed by ClarkeHopkinsClarke Architects and will be built by SJ Higgins. The students will benefit from outdoor learning spaces, a central plaza, a library and specialist facilities. Both the school and the wider community will also have access to a multi-sport stadium, including three competition grade basketball courts. It is anticipated construction of the new school with be completed by the end of 2019, just in time for first term in 2020. Mr Merlino said there had been a strong campaign to keep the McBride Avenue site in community hands and he was pleased to deliver. “We’ve been doing a lot of thinking about the senior campus site and I’m here to confirm the land will be rezoned to enable council use,” he said. “I know there are some pretty exciting plans for cultural facilities and other activities on that site. It’s the next step in the transformation of Wonthaggi.” Deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari likened Mr Merlino to Santa Claus, bringing fantastic gifts to the community with each visit. “This is something the community has been putting a bit of thought into and I have already been bombarded with suggestions,” he said. Cr Tessari said community consultations will take place prior to any decisions about the McBride Avenue site. Extensive works will also have to take place on the site to lift its buildings and improve accessibility. “It will become a central hub of the town and it will help Bass Coast continue to expand,” he said.

On the way: Jamieson May, Chloe Schepemaker-Arthur, Erinn Harnden, Micky McPhee, Labor candidate for Bass Jordan Crugnale, Emily Lawson and Deputy Premier and Victorian Education Minister James Merlino are thrilled with the progress of the new Wonthaggi Secondary College campus.

New purpose for Webb’s Shed By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas WEBB’S Shed will continue to be used for educational purposes. Deputy Premier and Education Minister James Merlino made the announcement last Thursday. The building will be used to house alternative programs run by local schools once Wonthaggi Secondary College’s senior campus makes the move to the new McKenzie Street site. Currently, Webb’s Shed is being used as a gymnasium and assembly space for Wonthaggi Secondary College. It is anticipated the move will be made in 2020. Once such program Webb’s Shed will house is the Wonthaggi Pathways and Transition Setting. Wonthaggi Pathways and Transition Setting is an important program for local students needing to get back on track. The aim is to provide ﬂexible learning option and promote engagement from students from years 5 to 9 who may otherwise become disenfranchised with school. The personalised program considers the young person’s cultural, educational, social and emotional circumstances and builds on their strengths, talents and interests. A partnership between School Focus Youth Services, South Gippsland Student Support Ser-

got alternative programs running out of other long term temporary facilities and this will impact on those programs,” college principal Darren Parker said. Dudley campus principal Ross Bramley said the new space will enable gain more traction and oﬀer more variety. He thanked the principals at Wonthaggi and Wonthaggi North primary Schools and Bass Coast Specialist Schools for their help in running the program.

vices, Wonthaggi Secondary College, Wonthaggi North Primary School and Bass Coast Specialist School was formed to trial the program earlier this year, and it has produced positive results. More than 20 students have taken part in this program. Two have transitioned back to school and four are slowly making their entry back. The program is oﬀered from a portable at Wonthaggi North Primary School. However, the services involved were looking for a new site oﬀ school grounds. “We are rapt with this announcement. We’ve

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Helping out drought stricken farmers By Sarah Vella WITH drought gripping much of the country, people are doing their best to help out where they can. Farmers in East Gippsland, New South Wales and Queensland are struggling to feed their stock, as rainfall refuses to fall where it is needed most. Mardanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s John Charlton and his son Jack saw a story on the farmers of the small Queensland town of Dirranbandi on the Today Show about a month ago and decided to do something about it. They spent a few weeks fundraising, loaded their trailer up with 100 bales of hay and last Thursday, made the 17 hour drive to hand deliver some much

needed fodder to two farming families in need. While there, they used the money raised to buy two lots of groceries in Dirranbandiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shops for the families as well. John said he had been in touch with the local police ofďŹ cer up there before they left, to ďŹ nd two farmers most in need. When asked why he wanted to do something for those struggling with the drought up north, Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answer was simply â&#x20AC;&#x201C; why not? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I saw it on the Today Show and the name just stuck with me. I have never been out that way,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you think about something too hard, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it. I thought, if I can do something nice for someone, I should do it.â&#x20AC;?

John said for their trip, Edneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Leongatha had donated a full service on their vehicle, while Nesciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Transport paid for all the fuel needed to get the Charltons to Dirranbandi and back. Kevin Gardner Kitchens and Numix Concrete also provided generous donations for the trip. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In three weeks, we raised about $2500 to spend in the town. The main thing is, people knew their donations were going to get to where they needed to go,â&#x20AC;? Jack said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This all got dropped oďŹ&#x20AC; in their front yards.â&#x20AC;? Dirranbandi has a population of around 720 people and is located in south west Queensland, Generous load: John, left and Jack Charlton from Mardan took 100 bales of hay and $2500 around an hour from the New to spend to the small Queensland town of Dirranbandi last week. South Wales border.

Firefighters dash for mental health By Brad Lester FIREFIGHTERS from South Gippsland rushed up 28 ďŹ&#x201A;oors in lightning speed on Saturday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but there was not a ďŹ re in sight.

Ready to roll: from left, members of Inverloch CFA to take part in the Melbourne FireďŹ ghter Stair Climb on Saturday were Hayden Tipping, Steve Forrest and Nathan Castle.

Go getter: Kathy Hardidge of Meeniyan and Stony Creek CFA raised $1000 by taking part in the Melbourne FireďŹ ghter Stair Climb on Saturday.

grand master category. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone has diďŹ&#x20AC;erent strategies. Mine was to set my mind and set my pace, and just go for it,â&#x20AC;? Mr Guest said. Inverloch CFA members Hayden Tipping, Steve Forrest and Nathan Castle completed the feat in respective times of 11 minutes 25 seconds, four minutes 58 seconds and ďŹ ve minutes 20 seconds. Kathy Hardidge from Meeniyan and Stony Creek CFA completed the climb in eight minutes and 24 seconds, and raised $1000. FireďŹ ghters from Ruby, Leongatha and Meeniyan and Stony Creek brigades trained at Voyage Fitness

in Leongatha in the lead-up to the event, under the guidance of Melina Meade and other instructors. On Monday, August 27, Voyage Fitness Leongatha held a fundraiser to raise $900 for the event, with ďŹ tness fans exercising in three rooms with instructors. Some gym-goers donned the ďŹ reďŹ ghtersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; structural and breathing apparatus gear to gain an appreciation of how hard the event is, and even did so on the stair machine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your body heats up in the suit and you are carrying the extra gear,â&#x20AC;? Mr Guest said. The stair climb raised money for Lifeline and the Black Dog Institute to aid mental health.

The Country Fire Authority volunteers took part in the Melbourne FireďŹ ghter Stair Climb, which entailed ďŹ reďŹ ghters donning 25kg of structural ďŹ reďŹ ghting and breathing apparatus gear and climbing up Crown Metropol hotel. Representatives of Ruby, Leongatha, Meeniyan and Stony Creek, and Inverloch ďŹ re brigades took part, along with police and forestry management ofďŹ cers and other ďŹ reďŹ ghters from across Australia, New Zealand and the United States.. Leongatha CFA was represented by Ben Patterson and Dean Pitts, with Mr Patterson completing the event in ďŹ ve minutes and 29 seconds and Mr Pitts in seven minutes, 25 seconds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was physically hard but it was all round a very good day and all for a good cause,â&#x20AC;? Mr Patterson said. Ruby CFA captain Michael Guest, second lieutenant Aaron Perks, training oďŹ&#x192;cer Darren Hardcare and his son Nathan, a ďŹ reďŹ ghter, were also involved. Mr Guestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time was seven minutes, 17 seconds; Mr Perksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; six minutes, 33 seconds; Darrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ ve Fighting fit: from left, Ruby CFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Aaron Perks and Michael Guest, Leongatha CFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ben minutes and 45 seconds, and Nathanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ ve minutes, Patterson, Voyage Fitness trainer Melinda Meade, and Ruby CFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Darren Hardacre and Na24 seconds. Mr Guest was 18th in ďŹ eld of 31 in the than Hardacre. The ďŹ reďŹ ghters trained at Voyage Fitness, Leongatha, prior to the Melbourne

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Noticeboard SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL Wednesday 5 September 2018, Council Chambers, Leongatha, 1.30pm Business to be transacted. That Council: 1. Receive the VCAT Application made by Ansevata Nominees Pty Ltd regarding the Walkerville retarding basin. 2. Provide direction to the CEO on how to instruct Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lawyers. 3. Continue to pursue this matter with Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s insurers as it may be covered by insurance. 4. Receive a report addressing the outcome of the Directions Hearing at the next available Council Meeting or earlier by way of a Special Council meeting if required.

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Tidal River pestered again THE notorious marine pest, the Northern Pacific Seastar, originally found in 2012, has once again been spotted at Tidal River at Wilsons Promontory National Park. In 2012, Parks Victoria implemented an intensive management response, where all visible Northern Pacific Seastars were removed from Tidal River. Ongoing diving and monitoring surveys have been continuous, however divers discovered three Northern Pacific Seastars within Tidal River during recent monitoring surveys in April and August this year. Parks Victoria marine ranger Chloe McSkimming said, “The Northern Pacific Seastar can significantly impact a marine ecosystem by eating the native marine life. It is critical to remove any that are found. So far, we have done that, but the threat of new arrivals persists. “Many marine pests have juvenile stages that are too small for divers and visitors to see. They can easily be picked up by marine vessels

and equipment such as ropes, anchors and ﬁshing tackle. Subsequently, they are transported to other geographic areas spreading the infestation.” Aside from natural dispersal, marine pests are often transported by people. The seastars attach to boat hulls and can survive on objects out of water. Divers, boat operators and visitors can help prevent the spread of these marine pests, through the ‘check, clean, dry’: • check your equipment for any pests; c• lean it with freshwater to eliminate any you can’t see; and • dry it thoroughly before moving to a new marine location. Because of the risk marine pests pose to the marine environment, preventing their spread to new areas is a management priority. Visitors can report sightings of marine pests outside of a known range to marine.pests@ecodev.vic.gov.au or call 136186. Reports should include a photograph, location and date of sighting.

Public nuisance: Chris Hayward, ranger-team leader Foster, with a Northern Paciﬁc Seastar found in Tidal River at Wilsons Promontory.

More opportunities: Victorian Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney, Bass Coast Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari, Chisholm Institute acting CEO Stephen Varty and Labor candidate for Bass Jordan Crugnale were pleased to announce funding to support the delivery of four courses at Chisholm Institute Bass Coast campus on Wednesday.

TAFE receives funding boost and using the courses to up-skill in their careers. The average age of students attending the TAFE is 32. . “We are proud of our presence in Wonthaggi. ColWONTHAGGI received an education laboration with business and industry is a key driver for boost last Wednesday. our success,” he said. Victorian Minister for Training and Skills Gayle Bass Coast Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Brett Tierney announced $594,000 for Chisholm Institute Tessari was also thrilled to hear the announcement. Bass Coast campus to deliver four courses: Certificate “This is a fantastic announcement. Chisholm InstiIII in Health Services Assistance, Certificate II in Horti- tute will be able to play a greater role in expanding educulture, Certificate III in Individual Support and Certificate III in Hospitality. Fifteen qualifications are offered at the campus and Ms Tierney said the new courses would help local people obtain local jobs. “Each of these courses responds to specific industry needs in the region. They provide opportunity for you to stay in your town,” she said. “What regional Victorians were saying to us is that there needs to be recognition that regional situations are different to Melbourne or larger TAFE centres. “We often don’t get enough people in the course to make it financially viable. That’s why we boosted the funding, so we could have courses in thin markets and we could make is absolutely accessible for rural people to get a good education and the best chance to get ac- Supporting education: Victorian Minister cess to skills and training, no matter where you live in for Training and Skills Gayle Tierney (centhis state.” tre) met with Chisholm Institute Bass Coast Chisholm Institute acting CEO Stephen Varty said campus students Thu Dinh (left) and Josh although the local secondary colleges are a pipeline to the TAFE, 73 percent of students are already working Ivory to announce further funding for the

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COLUMN 7 TARWIN Valley Primary School acting principal Gene VanderZalm had an interesting message for parents in a recent school newsletter. He urged parents not to lay blame, but rather to “discuss issues, search for solutions and listen”. “The only way we are going to change this current cycle of blame is by owning it. By educating our students about the dangers of blame we are taking a step towards a supportive society,” he said. Mr VanderZalm’s words were inspired by the recent change in prime minister. THE Mirboo North and District’s Vital Signs team has been gathering data on local communities and once this task is done, the group will ask the community for input. Keep an eye out for upcoming events in the newsletter or the new Mirboo North and District’s Vital Signs Facebook page to go live soon. The group is particularly interested in better un-

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derstanding challenges in the community. SCHOOL students are invited to enter a poster design competition organised by the Department of Education and Training in partnership with Gippsland Women’s Health. The competition themes are ‘What do respectful relationships look like for you?’ and ‘What does gender equality mean to you?’ Students wishing to participate must design an original work and can include drawings, photography, computer generated graphics, painting or collage with messages relating to positive respectful relationships and gender equality. A healthy relationship requires an understanding of what respect means and recognising the importance of gender equality, to ensure everyone is treated fairly. Students’ schools must be part of the Respectful Relationships initiative. Entries close September 14. Students can ask their teacher about the competition and collect an entry form from their school or from the Gippsland Women’s Health website: www.gwhealth.asn.au LIFELINE Gippsland is calling on the Gippsland community for donations for their plant sale to be held on November 15 and 16 at the Morwell Shop and Warehouse, 2 Fleming Street, Morwell. Lifeline Gippsland CEO Michelle Possingham said, “Anything of a gardening nature would be put to very good use – plants and seeds of any variety such as roses, orchids, shrubs, grasses and bulbs. Pots, gardening tools, garden furniture and orna-

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ments would be most appreciated. “We receive just 12 percent State Government funding, so the plant sale is a vital fund-raising activity to help us raise much needed funds to support our 24 hour Telephone Crisis Support Service 13 11 14, and to assist with regular professional development that ensures our phone volunteers retain the standards that are needed to provide a high quality service.” Donated items for the plant sale can be dropped off at Lifeline shops at Wonthaggi, Churchill, Moe, Morwell, Sale and Traralgon. For larger donations, a pick up can be arranged by calling the office on 5136 3500. STAFF and students at Bass Valley Primary School paid tribute to their education support staff in August by acknowledging the work the staff do every day. LEONGATHA and District Historical Society invites the community to the Shingler Memorial Lecture and Dinner on Saturday, September 15. Guest speakers will be Dorothy Giles and Lyn Skillern, who will talk about the history of The Great Southern Star newspaper and the Giles/Gannon family. The event will be held at the Dakers Centre, Smith Street, Leongatha, 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Tickets are $35. BYO drinks. Tickets to be purchased in advance from Leongatha Mechanics’ Institute on Thursday and Friday between noon and 4pm. Phone 5662 2492 or phone Geoff Michael, 5662 3548; Robert Sage, 5662 5662; and Pat Spinks, 5668 6365.

Farm adventure: last Wednesday, junior students at Toora Primary School visited the dairy farm of classmate Ella Bacon to learn about the daily life on a farm. The children met 122 cute, new calves, saw cows being milked, learnt about how milk is collected daily, and enjoyed a scavenger hunt. Grade One student Wes loved having his hands being licked by calves.

Children experience indigenous culture By Kyle Standﬁeld Creative mind: Mirboo North’s Bill Keech will launch his book, A Rocky Way to Paradise, at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Korumburra, on Sunday, September 9. He will also unveil an exhibition of his paintings, which will be on show at Coal Creek until October 1. He is self taught artist and the paintings will be at Coal Creek till October 1. Half of the proﬁts from his book will go to the Australian Lions Foundation to help farmers in need. Mr Keech has an acquired brain injury and taught himself to read by writing his book. Please show your support and come along. Mr Keech is pictured with his grandson Hayden and his book.

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STUDENTS from Mirboo North Primary School have been given a greater appreciation for Australia after a visit from members of the Noongar Tribe based near Margaret River in Western Australia. The day was conducted by Culture Infusion, a foundation that aims to promote cultural and social cohesion through teaching people about our collective heritage. Students were taught about the history of Australia before European settlement, and were treated to indigenous face painting, art, and dance by Noongar elder Alan Harris and his sons Tristan and Azlan. “When we gain a better appreciation for where we come from, we get a better appreciation of Australia itself,” Alan Harris said. “We teach the students about traditional dance, face painting and our country’s history before Captain Cook came here. But it’s much more than that. It’s about taking the confusion out of a generation and replacing it with a sense of pride and identity.” The program, which was launched by Alan, puts on 350 educational days a year all over Australia and the world. “We are all here in this country together,” he said. “We are all responsible for the identity of it. We must certainly recognise its past, and understand that it goes way back. But at the same time, we must not dwell on it. Coming together is the core thing here.”

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Wind farm debate: South Gippsland Shire Councillor Maxine Kiel was pleased to move that council support Moyne Shire Council’s campaign for the coordination of wind farm transmission line design and routes. She is flanked by, from left, Cr Andrew McEwen, Cr Jeremy Rich and Cr Ray Argento.

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By Brad Lester SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has backed a call for a better way of building transmission lines for wind farms. Moyne Shire Council in western Victoria asked council to support its campaign to the State Government for the improved coordination of wind farm transmission line design and routes, to avoid duplication and impacting local communities. South Gippsland council recently voted to support Moyne council given past issues with wind farm transmission lines in South Gippsland, most recently related to the construction of Bald Hills Wind Farm at Tarwin Lower and the desalination plant at Wonthaggi. Cr Maxine Kiel moved that council support Moyne, based on its own experience. Motion seconder Cr Jeremy Rich said the Bald Hills Wind Farm gave South Gippsland “a set of powerlines that was not in the best interests of our region”. A South Gippsland council report stated, “In 2008 council supported the communities of Loch, Nyora and Poowong in their campaign to stop the construction of 48 metre high transmission towers traversing the shire between Loch and Nyora, and to have the lines placed underground. “In coordination with other communities along the route, the campaign was successful and the State Government provided the additional funding to install the supply underground. “More recently, concerns have been expressed regarding the visual impact of the transmission lines and substation associated with the Bald Hills Wind Farm. Wind farm transmission lines may be visually dominant structures and may be more significant than the appearance of utility infrastructure typically found in rural areas.” The report stated that protecting the shire’s landscape values was important to the local community and to South Gippsland’s environmentbased tourism industry. South Gippsland council has contemplated the prospect of further wind farms being located along the coast, such as around Corner Inlet, which is a state significant landscape and one of three landscape areas identified in the Shire’s Significant Landscape Overlay. “Renewable energy facilities can be located in Significant Landscape Overlay areas, however the value of these areas should bring with them a more rigorous requirement to balance the need for renewable energy and the need to protect landscape values,” a council report stated. “While it can be argued that wind turbines can sit well in a high value landscape, it is rare that transmission lines and substations are considered visually sympathetic. “The experience of Moyne Shire further supports the need to clearly express to the State Government that improvement is required regarding how electrical transmission lines and associated infrastructure are developed so that significant landscapes are protected and local communities not burdened by poorly located and visually obtrusive infrastructure.”

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E D I T O R I A L Is there any other way? FOOTBALL and netball clubs have been calling for changes to the structure of local football and netball to improve the viability of the Alberton competition into the future. After yet another review, another league has been recommended to be formed, following the creation of the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition in the wake of the previous review. The Alberton and Mid Gippsland competitions have been recommended to merge and make a new a 15 team competition called Central and Southern Gippsland League. With such a move will come the loss of the historic Alberton title from the league name and a league spanning from possibly the Allies in the south to Hill End in the north. While these communities may not have much in common with each other now, the reduction in population in regional and rural areas – particularly in largely farming based communities - perhaps has left no other option for the future structure of the sports in the region. In some ways, with many of the Mid Gippsland clubs accessible via the Princes Highway, perhaps this could help Alberton clubs attract players based in Melbourne, and help address the smaller pool of players clubs have had to contend with for now. West Gippsland clubs are now ingrained with that new league and are not willingly to uproot again. Yarram and Woodside are quite happy in the North Gippsland league and left the Alberton league long ago, and given the league is largely no longer centred around the Alberton district anymore, the time could be seen to be right to move on. Football and netball fans now await with interest clubs’ oﬃcial opinion of the proposed restructure, due by September 14. The deadline however is tight, with many clubs now focusing on end of season celebrations and awards nights, where no doubt the talk of the table will be the future direction of their competition.

I AM writing to voice my disgust and bewilderment after receiving my 201819 rates notice from South Gippsland Shire Council. With no warning or consultation, our rates have increased by an extra $611.55 over the past year – or 37 percent - to a total of $2244.50, yet we continue to receive basically no services from the council – no waste management service, no sealed road, no curbing and guttering, no sewerage and no town water. As a result, we pay $400 a year for a private monthly waste collection and a recycling service. We do this in the interests of responsible environmental management by not burning the waste. The three kilometre stretch of dirt road on Canavans Road along which we live is littered with deep potholes that myself and neighbours have to swerve around to avoid damaging our cars. The potholes emerged after the ﬁrst shower of rain in April, and have deteriorated over the winter period. The council responds to this ongoing, and dangerous, situation by a token grading of the edges and dumping soft dirt and grass into the potholes with a very short-

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Letters to the Editor I address my comments to South Gippsland Shire Councillor Maxine Kiel who appears to be taking responsibility for the erection of the Vietnam veterans’ honour board in Leongatha. This honour is well deserved and our veterans should be recognised for their service to their country. My husband’s name is Leslie Graham Newton Regimental number 1201056, a career soldier with 25 years’ service as an Infantry soldier in the Australian Army. This service included, but was not restricted to, two tours of South Vietnam in 1967-68 and 1971 with the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment. I stood proudly alongside him in Canberra in May last, when he and fellow veterans of the 1st and 3rd battalions and supporting units received a Citation for Gallantry for their involvement in the Battle of Fire Support Bases Coral/Balmoral, which took place in May 1968. Judy Hetherington, Twenty-ﬁve Australians Mount Eccles. were killed and 100 wounded during a three week battle against the formidable North Veteran not on Vietnamese Army. Much is known about the honour board Battle of Long Tan but many I AM writing this letter on other battles took place durbehalf of my husband. He ing the long years of the will not be comfortable Vietnam War and those battles are known only to those about my doing this.

lived result. This must also affect the comfort and safety of children travelling on the school bus each day along the road which has no safety barriers despite a sheer, steep drop to the valley below, not to mention compromised access for emergency service vehicles. So I ask, what are we actually paying $2244.50 for? What services are we receiving from the council? What is the justification for the 37 percent increase in rates in 12 months? How can the council justify an increase of 48 per cent in the capital improved value of my property in the past 12 months when absolutely nothing has been improved? To add insult to injury, the council offers no concession to ratepayers who pay the total yearly amount up-front – unlike other shire councils. The whole situation feels very much like a money-grabbing opportunity and is an insult to the integrity of ratepayers.

who took part and their military family. If the names on the honour board were of those who joined from South Gippsland, then it is correct that his name does not appear as he joined the Army 51 years ago in his home state of Queensland. However, Cr Maxine Kiel has stated that it bears the names of those from the area and those who have lived in the area. We “found” South Gippsland during his posting in Melbourne in 1976 and bought land in Venus Bay, building a home in 1989. At the end of 1991, when taking his discharge from the Army, we made South Gippsland our permanent home, ﬁrstly in Venus Bay and for the past eight years in Leongatha South. Not a lot of people know that my husband is a Vietnam veteran, but those that do, like myself, must wonder why his name is not on the board. We have lived here for 27 years. Cr Kiel, how long do we have to be here before you will consider that we live in the area, and how many other Vietnam veterans have you missed?

Carole Newton, Leongatha South.

New direction please council THE South Gippsland Action Group wants to give its support to our councillors in this time under the scrutiny of the government appointed monitor. This fairly new South Gippsland Shire Council has shelved the unpopular municipal precinct development and is moving in the right direction with the handover of HACC. Most of the ongoing problems were inherited from previous councils and have been exacerbated by the administration. Now with this council settled in and moving forward, I would like to see it direct the administration and settle these issues. With the Bass Coast CEO standing down, now is the time for our council to take a new direction, our elected representatives, with the best interests of the community, are best placed to run our council for the future.

Steve Finlay, president, South Gippsland Action Group.

VOXPOP! VOX The Star asked Leongatha workers, “What’s the best thing about the Leongatha Horticultural Society’s Daﬀodil and Floral Show, now in its 62nd year?”

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Fracking ban promise welcomed THE State Government said it still remains committed to banning the exploration and development of onshore unconventional gas in Victoria, including fracking and coal seam gas. Two years ago, the government announced such a permanent ban. The decision to ban fracking formed part of the response to the 2015 Parliamentary Inquiry into Onshore Unconventional Gas in Victoria, an inquiry which received more than 1600 submissions, mostly opposed to onshore un-

conventional gas. Coal and Gas Free Mirboo North’s Marg Thomas said, “We have plenty of gas offshore for Victoria’s needs, but much of it is exported, which means domestic supply is decreased putting upward pressure on prices. “As far as the Coalition in Victoria wanting to lift the moratorium on conventional onshore gas, wouldn’t it be more prudent to wait for the final results of the scientific study undertaken by Victoria’s lead scientist? We will always work to uphold the ban and moratorium, as will thousands of other Victorians.”

“Being an avid gardener, I’d have to say seeing such an array of wonderful ﬂowers, it’s not just about daﬀodils. There are some amazing displays other than that, too.”

“I think the fact they have included kids’ entries into it makes it great and it allows them to get interested in it at an early age.”

“The number of entries makes it an incredible display overall. The creativity shown by participants is also really good to see.”

“The daﬀodils are the obvious choice but I also like the fact that it serves as a drawcard for the town.”

Bev Mentiplay, Drouin.

Kaye Barter, Inverloch.

Ann Shandley, Leongatha North.

Marg Tattersall, Leongatha.

Bends to get makeover By Sarah Vella THE Black Spur bends, part of the South Gippsland Highway near Koonwarra, are still claiming victims, despite the speed limit being temporarily reduced to 60km/h in one section. The speed limit was recently temporarily reduced to 60km/h on a 600 metre section of the highway east of Caithness Road to improve safety. Signage is in place on the road to advise drivers of the temporary 60km/h speed limit. The bends have been the site of 16 casualty crashes between 2012 and 2017 and one fatality, recorded earlier this year. The State Government and VicRoads have conﬁrmed the section of road will be resurfaced “in the summer construction period”, however

it appears drivers will have to slow down to 60km/h until that occurs. “We will resurface this section of the South Gippsland Highway in the coming months to ensure locals have a safer and more reliable journey every day,” Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said. There is also a major $50 million road improvement project planned on the South Gippsland Highway between Koonwarra and Meeniyan expected to begin in early to mid 2019. This will include a signiﬁcant realignment of the road, two new bridges, a new highway underpass, a new intersection and safety barriers. VicRoads eastern region director Scott Lawrence said, “We strongly encourage drivers to observe posted speed limits at all times for the safety of everyone on our roads.”

“We’re pleased that this section of the South Gippsland Highway will be resurfaced in the warmer months as part of VicRoads’ 2018-19 planned maintenance program.”

Stop slipping: the notorious Black Spur bends east of Koonwarra will be resurfaced before the end of the year.

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All smiles: from back left, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, Maria Stuart of major show sponsor Milly & Romeo’s, Leongatha Horticultural Society’s Sandra MacDonald, and Leongatha Business Association’s First place: Heather Sullivan of Leongatha won several awards at the Brenton Williams congratulate Glenice Griggs (front) for her outstanding show, including best overall container Magnolia with this beautiful lookarray of entries on Friday. ing entry, on Friday.

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Overall winner: Glenice Griggs of Leongatha poses proudly with her champion daﬀodil at the 62nd Leongatha Daﬀodil and Floral show on Friday.

Floral show attracts more than 1000 entries By Kyle Standﬁeld

LEONGATHA’S Memorial Hall was awash in a sea of yellow as the 62nd Leongatha Horticultural Society’s Daffodil and Floral Show displayed another batch of incredible entries this year. With more than 1000 entries in a plethora of categories, there was plenty of variety for everybody as a multitude of onlookers browsed up and down the flowers. Glenice Griggs of Leongatha took out the top prize, being awarded Champion Daffodil at the show. “There are a lot of beautiful daffodils on display this year. I’m just really pleased that mine won,” Ms Griggs said in her acceptance speech. When asked what her secret to growing the perfect daffodil is, Ms Griggs responded,

“Look after them, fertilise them, and let Mother Nature do the rest.” The independent judges also named Ms Griggs as the most successful exhibitor in show, as she picked up more than a dozen individual awards. Daryl Hook of Pound Creek took out the best Australian plants exhibit, while Casey Tumino of Leongatha Primary School was selected as having the best entry by a student. Other recipients of major awards included Leongatha residents Heather Sullivan, Dawn Green, Joan Michael and Elaine Madden. Businesses in Leongatha who got into the spirit of the festival were also rewarded, with Fawcett Accounting in Bair Street adjudicated as having the best window display in the town. Elsie’s Florist, Sports First, and AW Smith and Sons placed second, third and fourth, respectively. In the photography portion

of the show, Elly Berryman was awarded the top prize for capturing an image of a Praying Mantis enjoying one of the ﬂowers in her garden, while Jen Chitty of Leongatha came in second. Sue Thompson, member of the Leongatha Horticultural Society, estimated around 1000 people took in the show across the weekend. “Everything went really wonderfully,” Ms Thompson said. “A lot of work goes into the show so to see it continue to prosper in its 62nd year is really pleasing. When we closed the show on the Sunday we sat down and just congratulated ourselves and soaked it all in.” Ms Thompson and the Leongatha Horticultural Society are already excited for the 63rd instalment of the long running show next year. More photos on page 15.

Results

Class A - Daﬀodils: Champion daﬀodil: Glenice Griggs. RHSV Royal Perpetual Daffodil Trophy, Glenice Griggs. VDS L.P. Dettman Trophy, Glenice Griggs. Alf Ladson Perpetual Memorial Trophy, Glenice Griggs. RHSV Arthur Overton Memorial Trophy, Glenice Griggs. Best bloom open, Glenice Griggs; aggregate open, Glenice Griggs; best bloom amateur, Glenice Griggs; aggregate amateur, Glenice Griggs; LHS Perpetual Shield - best bloom LHS members, Heather Sullivan; aggregate - LHS members - Colin Drewitt Jnr Memorial Trophy, Joy Johnson; best bloom - novice, Elaine Madden; aggregate - novice, Jean Carnell; best bloom non-open, Glenice Griggs; RHSV S.S. McKay Sil-

ver Medal, Glenice Griggs. Class B - Other Bulbs: Best exhibit, Glenice Griggs; aggregate - Alf Ladson Trophy, Glenice Griggs. Class C - Cut Flowers: Trophy - best exhibit, Joan Michael; aggregate, Glenice Griggs. Class D - Camellias: Best exhibit - open, Roy Guy; best bloom - named varieties, Yvonne Williams; best bloom - novice, Charlotte Berryman; aggregate, Judy Pocklington; best camellia - A.W. Jessep Medal, Roy Guy. Class E - Cut Shrubs & Trees: RHSV Trophy - best exhibit, Heather Sullivan; aggregate, Glenice Griggs. Class EA - Australian Plants: Best exhibit, Daryl Hook; aggregate, Diane Garner; Kuranga encouragement award,

Lillian Brittain. Class F - Floral Art: Championship ribbon and trophy, Dawn Green; aggregate, Margaret Eddy; ﬂoral art group award most creative, Fran Grylls. Class G - Pot Plants: Best exhibit, Sue Thompson; aggregate, Carol Summerﬁeld. Class H - School Students: Best exhibit, Casey Tumino; aggregate, Harrison Witherow. Class I - Fruit & Vegetables: Best exhibit, Glenice Griggs; aggregate, Glenice Griggs. Class J - Photography: Best exhibit, Elly Berryman; aggregate, Jen Chitty. Most successful exhibitor in show: Glenice Griggs. Shop windows: 1st Fawcett Accounting, 2nd Elsie’s Florist, 3rd Sports First Leongatha, 4th A.W. Smith and Sons.

Yellow’s the way: members of Mainly Music at Leongatha Salvation Army got into the Having a ball: from left, taking part in the Leongatha Salvation Army’s Mainly Music spirit of the Leongatha Daﬀodil and Dairy Street Festival on Thursday, by having a special Yellow Day last Thursday were Captain Kerry Smith, Marie Fowkes, Robin Simpson, Thelma McInnes, Pat Jackson, Anthony Rogers and Ann Overmass. Yellow Day, along with the usual musical activities for young children.

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Street festival wows

LEONGATHA held its second annual street festival on Saturday.

This event is part of the Leongtha Daffodil and Dairy Festival, and feature a market in Bair Street, music and showcase of community groups, complementing the flower show in Leongatha Memorial Hall. In a true South Gippsland transition into spring, the weather played havoc on the day, but the event still attracted a crowd to the town. Organiser Clare Williams said although the weather was a shame, the turnout was great. Following the success of the inaugural event, plenty of people were thrilled to get involved in this year’s event. Bair Street, Lyon Street and Michael Place were buzzing with activity, with nearly triple the number of stallholders of last year. Some of the highlights from this year included the bucking bull, the climbing wall provided by the Scouts, face painting, Barn Buddies, food vendors and the live music. Eleven local acts were scheduled to play on the day. The excitement continued in the vacant shops in Bair Street with mini golf and a performance from a magician. There was also a Lego competition in the Great Southern Outdoors building. Winners were: three to seven years, first, Lacey McRae, second, Georgia Norman; eight to 12 years, first Zac McRae, second Bede Challis; 13 to 16 years, first Mason Harry, second Pete Clarkson.

Goodies: Leongatha’s Daphne and Emmy Van Hoorn picked up a showbag each during the Leongatha Street Festival on Saturday.

Plenty of fun: Leongatha cousins Casey Tumino, Wade Arnup and Tyson Tumino enjoyed playing mini golf at the Leongatha Street Festival on Saturday.

Musically talented: the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band’s junior members Hannah Richards, Teagan Denbrok, Megan Richards and Lachlan Denbrok were ready to entertain at the Street Festival in Leongatha on Saturday.

Exhibit: Leongatha’s Ken Green with his 1984 Jaguar Sovereign at the South Gippsland Historical Auto Club vintage car display on Saturday in Leongatha.

On display: Geoﬀ and Laurie Cooper of Leongatha were pictured with a 1929 Chevrolet during the South Gippsland Historical Auto Club vintage car display in Leongatha on Saturday.

Thrill seekers: from left, Barry Ferguson, Josephine Water, Charlotte Plowman, Helen Parkes and Beau Russell tackled the climbing wall at the Leongatha Street Festival on Saturday. The Scouts were from Leongatha, Mirboo North and Tarwin.

New friends: Samuel King of Inverloch met a friendly chook during the Street Festival in Leongatha on Saturday. Barn Buddies was a hit for many children on the day.

Great cause: Leongatha Autobarn’s Cruise and Car Meet was once again a great success on Saturday. Mother daughter duo: Leongatha’s Amelia and Lucinda Gromotka had their Wine and Slime stall open for business during the Street Festival on Saturday. Amelia is 11 years old and this was the ﬁrst time she has run a stall.

Supporting beyondblue – the depression and anxiety charity – the event saw around 70 cars journey from San Remo to Leongatha. Approximately 80 cars were then displayed along Michael Place for people to admire. Autobarn’s Sophie McAlpine yesterday (Monday) said while tallying of fundraising was still continuing, the event had raisd at least $3000. “We were aiming for $2500 so we beat that,” she said. Pictured from left is Autobarn’s Peter McNiven, Jim McNiven, Molly Wilkinson and Gary Goodwin.

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Praise for flowers at St Peter’s By Leticia Laing IT was a welcome break from Friday’s rain to enter the St Peter’s Anglican Church in Leongatha and enjoy a delicious variety of refreshments and displays celebrating the Daffodil Festival. Barely a seat was free at St Peter’s where rows of pews were rearranged for table and chair seating for visitors. St Peter’s Anglican Church Ladies Guild celebrates the Daffodil Festival ecumenically and this year, the theme, ‘Flowers in Praise, Preserve for Life” was based on the biblical verse “Preserve your body and soul unto everlasting life”. Guild president Coral Johnston said the floral arrangements and displays added a lovely atmosphere to the church and this year, it had proved popular with visitors. “We have the same visitors come back every day of the festival to enjoy the atmosphere and

Nimble hands: from left, Koorooman Wool Group members, Ingrid Riddell and Karen Smith at the St Peter’s Anglican Church with a weaving loom and a range of items made by the members on display for the Daﬀodil Festival on Friday.

make sure they have seen all the displays,” she said. “I have been involved with the guild for a very long time. It gives a sense of belonging but it is also about being there to help when needed.” A range of handmade crafts were on display, including a display of ﬁne needle and weave work from the Koorooman Wool Group. Group member Ingrid Riddell, who was taught to knit by her grandmother when she was three years old, has for the past 30 years delved into weaving as a hobby. She said she enjoyed the camaraderie and the sharing of skills that came with being part of the group and celebrating the Daﬀodil Festival.

Right: Festival theme: from left, St Peter’s Anglican Church Ladies Guild president Coral Johnston and secretary Marion Dewar celebrate the church’s theme for the Daﬀodil Festival, ‘Flowers in Praise and Preserve for Life’, on Friday.

Delicious fare: from left, St Peter’s Anglican Church members Jan Fattohi and Elva Cashin serving a range of refreshments, sandwiches and desserts as part of the church’s event for the Daﬀodil Festival on Friday.

On display: Leongatha Uniting Church Reverend Paul Bauer enjoyed the variety of items on exhibition at the church for the Daﬀodil Festival on Friday.

Church stages diverse art A QUIRKY arrangement of frogs, award-winning carvings and delicately embroidered animals were all part of an exhibition at the Leongatha Uniting Church for the Daffodil Festival. This year Leongatha Uniting Church Ladies Guild exhibition theme Flora and Fauna with a Difference incorporated a display for the 31st year of the Leongatha Country Group. Ladies guild member Glenice Wilson said the display was made up of everything the church people felt related to flora and fauna. “It’s amazing to see what has turned up and what people have in their cupboards. More than 50 people were involved in putting this togeth-

er,” she said. “I think the exhibition is all about seeing what people have in their houses and it gives visitors something to talk about. “I enjoyed the frog arrangement, which is meant to be funny. That’s why we included a few jokes about frogs to brighten it up.” Fine needlework from the Leongatha Embroiders Guild was also on display, including a patchwork stitched by the Leongatha Country Group. The work Bucket of Mixed Daﬀodils and Narcissi was divided up into 36 equal sized pieces, with each member utilising a diﬀerent stitch work to demonstrate the variety of styles available to embroiderers in the art form.

Ecstatic: Sue Thompson of the Leongatha Horticultural Society joined Joan Michael on the winners list for their respective entries into the 62nd Leongatha Daﬀodil and Floral Show on Friday.

Bookworm’s delight: from left, Friends of the Leongatha Library committee members, Sue Wakefield, Vicki Osborn and Mary-Louise Detering, were part of a team that arranged for Perfect moment: Elly Berryman of LeonJoyous: Jen Chitty of Leongatha was pleased gatha took out the major prize in the photog- the sale of thousands of books on Friday, with all proceeds going to the Leongatha Library. In the past three years, the sale has raised more than $4000 which the library has used to purchase to take home the overall second in the pho- raphy section of the 62nd Leongatha Daffodil new stock, audio and technology resources. nd tography part of the 62 Leongatha Daffodil and Floral Show by capturing a praying manThis year the Daffodil Festival Book Sale had one of the biggest turnouts since it began three years and Flower Show, on Friday. tis on a flower. She is pictured on Friday. ago and was held at St Peter’s Anglican Church Hall.

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Woodworkers on show Gems shine at festival tured jewellery crafted by the members of the group, and a display of local stones that can be used in the process. THE Leongatha Daffodil and Dairy TUCKED away in the courtyard of Me“We are the only lapidary club in South Street Festival gives the town’s many Gippsland,” Ms Rump said. morial Hall in Leongatha, Eric Miles and “So if you’re interested in lapidary, we encomunheralded clubs the chance to promote other members of the South Gippsland pass the whole area and will gladly accept new themselves, according to town resident members.” Woodworkers Group spent the weekend Chris Rump. The group meets every Monday during the day crafting a range of decorative and useful Ms Rump, who is the secretary of the South and Thursday evenings at the old bowls clubrooms items, as part of the festival. Gippsland Gemstone and Lapidary Club, lauded the on Hughes Street, Leongatha. As part of the Leongatha Daffodil and Dairy festival for allowing the promotion of her beloved Street Festival, the group braved the weather to creclub, with the group hosting a showcase over the ate everything from bowls and cheese boards to signs weekend, in the former Great Southern Outdoors and symbols. building in Bair Street. Items crafted by members of the group were sold “People from the city drive through Leongatha to the influx of tourists who flocked to Leongatha Passionate: Teeny Talsma of South all the time,” Ms Rump said. over the weekend, with the majority of earnings go- Gippsland Woodworkers is relatively new “Often they don’t get to see the things that are ing towards the continued upkeep of the club. to the craft, but is one of the most dedicated happening underneath the surface of the town so the “We do two presentations like this a year,” South and eager members of the group according to Daffodil Festival is a great way to show people what Gippsland Woodworkers president Eric Miles said. group president Eric Miles. She took part in we have to offer.” “We do the Daffodil Festival in Leongatha and One of the things Leongatha offers is the Gemthe group’s display during the Daffodil Festhe Working Horse and Tractor Rally in Korumburra. stone and Lapidary Club, which has been in operatival on Friday. tion for 45 years. Both of them are really important to us.” “We’re a small club, a bit unknown,” Ms Rump Mr Miles said the group works out of his shed said. near Koonwarra on a weekly basis, and members “At the moment we have 28 members ranging love to the satisfaction they get when crafting items from 14 to 80 years old. The festival gives us a great themselves. opportunity to attract new members.” “We do woodworking because we love it. It’s a The club focuses on the crafting of jewellery usgreat thing to be a part of,” Mr Miles said. ing local stones to create necklaces, rings, and other “A lot of the timber that we use comes from the items. South Gippsland area. We often use fallen trees. “Not a lot of people actually know what lapidary Banksia and blackwood timber are generally the is,” Ms Rump said. most common types we use.” “Essentially what we do is turn junk into jewelMr Miles said last year’s Daffodil and Dairy lery. We walk on top of granite and stone every day Street Festival was the busiest weekend of the year that can be turned into the most beautiful pieces.” for the club, and this year was to be no different. Ms Rump said the process of creating jewellery “Over the course of the weekend you get pretty is fascinating, and involves a lot of planning and a heavy crowds and they really enjoy our stuff,” Mr Fascinating: Chris Rump of the South steady hand on crafting machines. Miles said. “It’s quite a difficult art to master but we have Gippsland Gemstone and Lapidary Club Focused: Jim Geary of South Gippsland “We got a lot of orders from people for us to make some very talented members who have made some showed off a range of stones that can be used personalised things which is great. You get people Woodworkers carefully and meticulously wonderful things. We use machines to grind and polto create a wide variety of jewellery includin from out of town so we make the item for them cuts along the outline of his stencil to create ish particular stones,” Ms Rump said. ing necklaces, rings and bracelets, during the and then ring them up when it’s done. The festival is his latest sign during the Daffodil Festival The group’s showcase over the weekend feaDaffodil Festival on Friday. good for that kind of thing.” display on Friday.

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WOMEN’S HEALTH WEEK Sept 3-7, 2018

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PROM COUNTRY AGED CARE - PROJECT COMPLETE

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Children ride to Woorayl Lodge By Kyle Standfield STUDENTS from Tarwin Valley Primary School cycled two hours each way along the Great Southern Rail Trail to visit residents at Leongatha’s Woorayl Lodge last Tuesday, August 28. The gesture was spearheaded by Grade 6 student Jade as part of the school’s ‘genius hour’ initiative that encourages students to come up with ideas that beneﬁt others and the community. “I wanted to go to Woorayl because I thought the residents may be bored or lonely,” Jade said. “When we got there, they really enjoyed talking to us and we enjoyed hearing about their stories.” Acting principal of Tarwin Valley Primary School, Gene Vanderzalm, said he loved Jade’s idea to lend time to residents at Woorayl Lodge, saying the whole school ended up getting behind it. “When we heard of Jade’s plan to visit the residents, we thought it was a fantastic idea and that we should get more students involved,” Mr Vanderzalm said. “Some of the residents went to school in Meeniyan a long time ago. They were telling the students how they used to ride to school on horseback and leave their horses in the paddock, which the kids got a kick out of.” Mr Vanderzalm said the event had been a great Great idea: Jade (front) came up with the idea for students to ride along the Great Southern Rail Trail and visit residents at Woorayl Lodge success with both students and residents, and they now plan to make the trip a more frequent one. in Leongatha. “We’ll be doing it again, deﬁnitely,” Mr Vanderzalm said. “To be able to bridge the gap between the young and the old and for them to share stories with each other I think is a really powerful thing.”

Chairo’s kinder excitement

south eastern suburbs, including Toorak College. Ms Turner said she is excited about the opportunity to work at Chairo as the new kinder teacher. She loves that kinder children have such inquiring minds, tell funny jokes, and speak honestly and openly about almost anything. “They love to sing and dance, two of my favourite things, and see the world as new and inviting. I am refreshed by Principal Anthony Collier said, them every day,” she said. “We were very pleased with the quality Nickie has a husband, three daughof applications received for the kinder ters and a German shepherd. She enjoys teacher position and I am excited to anteacher: Chairo singing and being involved in communounce that Nickie Turner will be join- Tot ing us from the start of 2019. Christian School, Leon- nity theatre, and has choreographed and “We are busily preparing the facili- gatha, will be introducing directed school productions in the past. Enrolments are currently being acties for Chairo Kinder to start next year kindergarten next year, cepted for next year, including for both and it’s great to know that we have found an experienced and extremely which will be taught by three year old and four year old kinder. Any families interested in ﬁnding experienced educator capable teacher to join our team.” out more about what Chairo oﬀers, Nickie is currently working in the Nickie Turner. from kinder through to secondary, are kindergarten at Bayside Christian College and has previously been involved in long day care, invited to contact the campus on 5662 4355 or at leonfamily day care and kindergartens across Melbourne’s gatha@chairo.vic.edu.au.

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Walking tall for Parkinson’s

THE recent meeting was dominated by discussion of a whole-of-community event which the Round Table is running at the new Borough Department Store on Wednesday, November 14. Basically Tamsin and the crew will be opening the store to the public that evening, with not only an interesting evening menu available, but lots of extra stalls with produce on oﬀer from their new wine store, local cheeses and other South Gippsland fare. We are keen for our politicians to come along and see not only what Korumburra is achieving, but how much more we are capable of, with their support. It will be a great time for you to check out plans for the new community hub up on the railway land as well as the new streetscape in our mainstreet, as

Leongatha Red Cross THE Leongatha unit of the Red Cross held its annual general meeting on Thursday, July 26 at the RSL meeting room.

In attendance was Vince Campisi from the Leongatha RSL, as well as members from the Morwell, Rawson and Tarwin Red Cross units. Annual elections were held, with Lois Young returning as president and Topsy Winkler her assistant. Secretary is Cathy Kirwood with Renata Gennath as assistant. Treasurer Noreen Williams was returned unchallenged and Margaret Aeschlimann is the publicity officer. Grateful thanks were given to those who faithfully discharge these duties. Kerry Ritchie is the Red Cross Regional Response coordinator, with her office at 71 Ogilvy Street, Leongatha, where she spends two days a week. She shared with the group some of the responsibilities she has in this role, which is a new one, and has the aim of making Red Cross more visible in the community, and more accessible to people. She eventually wants to be able to provide first aid training, drug and alcohol and mental health awareness, and other areas where people can be involved and helped, with the aim of contributing to the public good. Council will work in collaboration with GamFollowing her talk, Ms Ritchie presented Marion SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council will Help and the communities of Mirboo North and Dewar with her third bar to Long Service Medal for appoint a gambling project officer, with bler’s Leongatha on gambling harm prevention activities. 40 years of service to Red Cross. Noreen Williams funding from the Victorian Responsible Ideas to be investigated with the communities as received her bar for 30 years of service. Gambling Foundation. part of the project will include bringing information The annual general meeting was followed by the The position has been filled and will be funded sessions to sporting clubs, schools and workplaces, monthly meeting, where it was decided to run a Fawith the 12 month grant of $50,000 to implement the and supporting development of club, school and ther’s Day raffle, with proceeds going to single inciCommunity Champions Go Gambling Free project. workplace policies that limit exposure to harmful dent assistance. The project aims to work with community vol- levels of gambling. Red Cross meetings are held on the last Thursunteers in local clubs, schools and organisations to The project adds to the actions of the Liquor day of each month at 10.30am in the upstairs meetspread the word and develop activities to prevent and Gambling Strategy adopted by council in June ing room of the RSL. New members are always gambling harm. 2017. welcome.

THE tenth annual Parkinson’s Victoria Walk in the Park was held in Melbourne recently and also marked the 10th year Leongatha’s Pearl and Trevor White have participated in the event.

President of the support group, Palma Noblet, said the Walk in the Park was the largest community event dedicated to helping people with the disease live full and active lives. “The South Gippsland group meets every third Friday at the Leongatha RSL. All people with ParTrevor was diagnosed with Parkinson’s over 20 kinson’s and their carers are welcome,” she said. Ms Noblet said the meetings start at 10.30am and years ago. When Trevor was ﬁrst diagnosed with Parkinson’s most meetings feature a guest speaker and lunch, for those who are interested. disease, neither he nor Pearl knew much about it. For more information on the support group conFourteen years ago, the South Gippsland Parkinson’s Support Group was formed, of which Trevor tact secretary Suzi Marshman-Van Dyke on 0438 044 752 or Ms Noblet on 5174 1954. was the secretary and treasurer for over 10 years.

overhead screens will have pictures and information scrolling in the background, during the night. The event will be heavily advertised, so you won’t miss out. Just be sure to keep Wednesday, November 14 free. All of the revitalisation plans for Korumburra have been budgeted for by our local government, but State Government support, as we lead into a state election, is crucial, so we expect a big turnout of state politicians. Make sure you, our locals, turn out to celebrate Korumburra, and ask them what you want for our town. Despite the abysmal weather last weekend, it was fantasticto drive down the main street of Korumburra on a Sunday afternoonand be unable to get a park. Until next month, Pee-Wee Lewis. president.

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NEVAEH Willow Bayley-Martin was born on August 22 at Leongatha Hospital to Nathan Martin and Tiarne Bayley of Leongatha. Nevaeh is a sister for Riley, 5, Isaac, 4, and Zahliyah, 2.

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Schools bring stories to life for Book Week

Lots of fun: Lachlan, Oliver and Natalie were all set for whole school literary session as part of Bass Coast Specialist School’s Book Week celebration, Wonthaggi. Fantasy themed: teacher Susan Holmberg and students Millie Brosnan, Julia Morris and Ruby Morris dressed up as their favourite fantasy book characters for Book Week at St Joseph’s Primary School, Wonthaggi.

Creative costumes at St Joseph’s The Grade 5 and 6 students showed their amazSTUDENTS and teachers at Wonthaggi’s ing skills in the kitchen for the Bake a Book display, St Joseph’s Primary School transformed which produced some fantastic entries that the whole themselves into real life versions of their school could marvel at. favourite book characters. Book Week is an anticipated highlight of the The dress up day was part of the school’s Book school year. Week celebrations. It is a great opportunity to focus on the imporAt the annual parade – held in the school’s gym tance of books why everyone loves reading. – there was much excitement as family and friends The theme for 2018 was ‘Find Your Treasure’ and watched each grade show oﬀ their ideas and creative throughout last week the students were immersed in costumes. reading and activities to support this.

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“As well as sensory activities, we do letter work and practice communication. We also use communication devices for our non verbal students,” she A book themed dress up day and a whole school said. literacy session was held. “These lessons oﬀer our students strategies for The session included readings using the interac- success. It gives them a start to reading and makes tive whiteboard, as well as songs and dances. it fun.” “Book Week is about encouraging reading and Acting principal Ron Townsend said Book Week opening their eyes to the fact that reading can be highlights the importance of literacy in the school. fun,” teacher Sara Gillbee said. “A lot of people believe literacy and numeracy is “We don’t want our students thinking of reading taught in an ad hoc way at our school. We follow the as a chore. Book Week helps to reminder them that curriculum strictly and give our students small steps reading happens in many mediums like books, com- to attain new skills. Many of students are proﬁcient ics and newspapers.” readers,” he said. Teacher Kerryn Kutny said there was a sensory The students were well into the spirit of the Book element to the Book Week activities, which is an ele- Week celebrations, with many creative costumes ment of learning the school practises every day. representing favourite book characters.

BASS Coast Specialist School celebrated Book Week in style recently.

Characters galore TARWIN Lower Primary School students celebrated Book Week by dressing up as their favourite book character. They participated in Book Week activities during their MARC (library) time, which highlights the importance of reading. The event creates discussion about favourite books, characters and can open a whole new world to students. There was a range of characters on parade from Finding treasure: Toora Primary School students Jerara, Jayden and Lara try to steal some Harry Potter books and Doctor Seuss, to Specky Harry Potter fans: from left, Riley as Faline of Olivia’s treasure as part of Book Week celebrations at the school. McGee, villains and heroes. The day was organised and Jenna as Hermione during Book Week at by the Junior School Council. Tarwin Lower Primary School.

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STUDENTS at Toora Primary School celebrated Book Week by dressing up as their favourite book characters.

per heroes galore and they spent the day celebrating books and reading, authors and illustrators. Book Week is an initiative of the Children’s Book Council of Australia and is all about celebrating AusThere were pirates, unicorns, goddesses and su- tralian children’s literature.

Finding gold at Welshpool WELSHPOOL and District Primary School students and staﬀ had a fun dress up day for Book Week recently, embracing this year’s theme, ‘Find your treasure’. Grade 5 student Tyler Koolen said everybody from the school dressed up in pirate themed costumes. “I dressed up as a treasure chest and Isiaha dressed up as the ocean with shells and seaweed on his costume,” he said. “There was a competition for the best costumes and the most creative and realistic. We had to do a parade around all the parents in our class groups.” Grade 4 student Maddie Platt said she was dressed as Hermione Granger from the Harry Potter books. “I was looking for horcruxes as my treasure,” she said. “We had a big parade around

the parents on the basketball court. After the big parade we went inside and went into groups to do our activities. “There was feeding the shark

game, treasure hunt which I found and a writing activity. After the games we traded our gold coins to Mrs Boyd who gave us a gel pen or chocolate.”

Fairytales: Wonthaggi North Primary School Grade 6 students Lani, Courtney, Eliza, Maddy and Lacie dressed as everyone’s favourite Disney princesses for Book Week.

Wonthaggi North share treasured tales WONTHAGGI North Primary School was well into the spirit of Book Week Buy a book: from left, Welshpool and District Primary recently. School students Katelyn, Maddie, Brydee, Faith, Abbey, Students and teachers took on the theme ‘Find Remi, Lily, Toby and Mollie with some of the books avail- Your Treasure’ and explored their own treasured stoable for purchase from the school’s book fair.

ries and characters. A dress up day and parade was held to showcase their creative ideas. Book Week is about exploring a variety of books and genres and encouraging a love for reading.

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Make healthy choices in South Gippsland and Bass Coast THE Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice project is working with ﬁve local food businesses to make it easy for the community to ﬁnd the healthiest

limit respectively. Businesses participating in the initial pilot The project utilises the Victorian Government’s include: Healthy Choices Guidelines to classify menu and • Bread and Pickles, 105 Whitelaw Street, drinks. Each item is classified as green, amber or Meeniyan; red meaning the best choice, choose carefully and • Doctor Coffee, 66 Koonwarra Road, Leongatha Hospital; • Mirboo North Hotel, 70 Ridgeway, Mirboo North; • Lone Pine Bistro – Phillip Island RSL, 225 Rob’s Takeaway and Coffee Lounge in Gra- Thompson Avenue, Cowes; and ham Street is one of the sites participating in the • Robs Takeaway, 113-115 Graham Street, project. Wonthaggi. During their first cycle of changes to ‘green’ Each business is implementing different activup their menu, the business is making it easier for ities to green up their menus and drinks fridge. their patrons to eat healthy with the promotion of Bread and Pickles have re-orientated their a healthy meal deal - a healthy choice wrap and a fridges to make it easier to choose healthier drinks bottle of water. Diet-related conditions such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and some forms of cancer are the major causes of death and disability among Australians. Not eating enough healthy foods or eating too much of the foods that are high in saturated fat, salt and added sugar are often major contributors WHAT a marvellous week we have had to these conditions. In addition, owner Chris Bosco will be reori- with the Leongatha Daffodil and Dairy entating his drinks fridge. Sugar-sweetened bev- Festival brightening up Leongatha for erages have no nutritional value and can lead to our residents and many visitors. It is alunhealthy weight gain. ways fantastic to see the hustle and busHow drinks are displayed can influence consumer behaviour and consumption. To reduce tle created for such events and this one sugary drinks consumption, water will be placed certainly was no exception. Congratulations are necessary for the Leongatha at eye level and the sugary drinks placed below. He said, “In recent months we have really no- Horticultural Society on the 62nd Daffodil and Floral ticed that our customers are taking more care and Show. The show is held with high regard by many in giving greater consideration to healthy choices in horticultural circles and it is easy to see the amount of knowledge and expertise needed for such an event all aspects of their eating and drinking. to function. “It’s a noticeable change and we have adapted It was no surprise that the competition received our menu and business accordingly. We appreci- over 1000 entries from far and wide by those vying ate the importance of making healthier choices, to take out top prizes. The show wasn’t only for dafand through this new initiative we will continue to fodils but showcased camellias, and other flowers develop our business, where possible.” and shrubs alongside floral art, photography, chilThe changes are designed to encourage con- dren’s art and plant stalls. To have such an event run sumers to make healthier choices. The changes at for 62 years with continued success really is a treRob’s Takeaway and Coffee Lounge have been mendous feat. guided by the Department of Health and Human The Leongatha Daffodil and Dairy Street Festival Services, Healthy Choices Guidelines - a system was a huge success thanks to the coordination of the Leongatha Business Association and the many comfor classifying food and drinks.

option.

Rob’s makes it easy ROB’S Takeaway and Coﬀee Lounge in Wonthaggi is making the healthy choice the easy choice for the Bass Coast community. Making the healthy choice the easy choice project was recently launched across South Gippsland and Bass Coast. The project is working with selected local food businesses to pilot changes to their establishment to support the community to choose the healthiest option when eating out.

Better decisions: Rob’s Takeaway and Coffee Lounge, Wonthaggi, co-owners Chris Bosco and Di Kerr are ready to support their customers to make healthier choices.

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Mayor’s message Cr Lorraine Brunt munity groups that contributed to such a welcoming event. Everyone who attended on Saturday had more than enough to see and do while browsing stalls, listening to live music and feasting at food trucks. It truly could take all day to take in the activities around the main streets with jumping castles, mini golf, go karts, bungee run, barn buddies, climbing wall and a magic show to entertain kids and the kids at heart. Demonstrations by the SES, the Leongatha Fire Brigade Open Day and the many cars on display for both the Autobarn Beyondblue Fundraiser and Gippsland Historical Automobile Club’s 50th Anniversary also provided entertainment for the day. This wasn’t to mention the events happening in buildings across town including the Art and Photography Show by Arts Prom Country and the Open Day Come and Try by the Leongatha Brass Band just to name a few! Leongatha really was the place to be this weekend and a huge thank you to our event organisers, community groups and volunteers as their time and eﬀort is what made the event successful for yet another year. Our community is richer for these eﬀorts and I know these events will continue to be a drawcard for our region.

Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice How we are Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice Participating businesses are committed to supporting their customers and wider community to easily identify and choose healthy options when eating at their establishment. Making the Healthy Choice the Easy Choice uses the Victorian Governments Healthy Choices Guidelines. These guidelines ensure healthy food and drinks are offered and promoted and uses a traffic light system to classify food and drink.

BJS Agencies (Leongatha) Pty Ltd 5/8 Smith Street, Leongatha Phone: 5662 2504 | Mobile 0408 422 690 Email: info@bjsib.com.au

BJS Insurance Brokers (Gippsland) Pty Ltd 129-131 Graham Street, Wonthaggi Phone: 5671 3600 Email: gippsland@bjsib.com.au

alongside Robs Takeaway with their wrap and water healthy meal deal. Both Doctor Coffee and Lone Pine Bistro have included the Healthy Choices classifications on their menu while the Mirboo North Hotel has installed a ‘Green Only’ menu board. Dora Moses, a customer at the Lone Pine Bistro gave positive feedback for the initiative. “I just wanted to commend you on this initiative. It helps the kids make better decisions about their food through visual representations that are simple and really effective. Well done for leading this, a system like this should be at every family bistro! Thank you,” she said. The project group will open this opportunity to other local businesses as part of the next stage in the project.

This project is funded by the Victorian Government

GREEN - best choice Green food & drinks; a good source of important nutrients lower in saturated fat, sugars & salt/sodium lower in kilojoules higher fibre

AMBER - choose carefully & consume in moderation Amber food & drinks; may provide some valuable nutrients, buÔ can contribute to excess energy intake contain moderate amounts of saturated fat & added sugar and salt

RED - limit consumption & only in small amounts Red food & drinks; are not essential in a balanced diet are high in energy, saturated fat and added sugar and salt lack of important nutrients

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ELAX in this 12 year old Considine and Johnston built home and take in the views over neighbouring farmland and beyond to Wilsons Promontory and all just a 20 minute drive to Leongatha.

kitchen boasts a walk in pantry, electric cooking and dishwasher. Alongside is the private study with an additional second formal lounge that opens out to the outdoor entertaining alfresco area. Heating and cooling is taken care of by reverse cycle air conditioning. The master bedroom is complete with ensuite The spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living take full advantage of these views from the and built in robes, with the second and third bedlarge double glazed windows. The bright central rooms having built in robes and the family bath-

room with separate toilet. The laundry with great storage has outside access to the mud/coat room, which is perfect to store oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boots when back inside from the paddocks. This property has approximately 85 slightly undulating acres, two dams, tree shelter belts throughout the property, and excellent laneways to eight paddocks, all with troughs.

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a hay shed and a large machinery shed with power and a lockable workshop This a great opportunity to secure grazing land with a magniďŹ cent family home in sought after South Gippsland. For more information and to arrange a personal inspection please call Peter Bellingham or Irene Walker at SEJ Real Estate, Leongatha or go to www.peterbellingham.com.au

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The biggest upfront cost is usually a deposit. A deposit of 20 percent of the purchase price plus enough to cover ongoing costs is ideal. The bigger your deposit, the lower your loan to value ratio (LVR) will be, which is the amount of the loan divided by the purchase price or appraised value of the property. If your LVR is higher than 80 percent, you will usually need to pay lenderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mortgage insurance. Setting up a high interest savings account is a great way to save for a home deposit. You can transfer money into the savings account each pay based on what your budget allows or set up a direct debit to transfer the money automatically, so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re less likely to spend it. Be aware of upfront costs. Stamp duty is a state tax on all home purchases, based on the property price, location and type of home loan you have.

A conveyancer or solicitor will help you meet all legal requirements involved with purchasing your home. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll handle most of the paperwork and can answer any questions you may have about the process and explain the terms and conditions of the contract. ASIC recommends asking your conveyancer for a written estimate of their costs. This should include a breakdown of the likely payments to the local council, water and electricity companies. You need to budget for the cost of moving all your belongings to the new property. Get quotes from a few diďŹ&#x20AC;erent removalist companies, or hire a truck or trailer and ask friends to help you move. Consider whether you want to pay for a professional to clean your old or new property. Once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve decided on a property, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good idea to get a qualiďŹ ed building inspector to assess it for structural integrity, safe electrical ďŹ ttings and future maintenance costs. You should also get a pest inspection to ensure the property doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a termite problem or other pest issues. These checks will help to give you peace of mind and could save you a lot of money in the future.

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contained cottage. There is a disused dairy shed plus other hay, machinery and storage shedding. A central gravel This 99.8 acres/40.46ha property is highly sought laneway gives access to all seven paddocks. after with gently rolling to undulating land which is With frontage to Lowrys Road at the back and watered by dams, springs and three seasonal creeks, Leggetts Road at the front, there is scope for other plus a reliable 40 inch annual rainfall. forms of agricultural interests. Foster is only five The land is ideal for cattle or horses. There is kilometres away, Fish Creek seven kilometres away an older three bedroom weatherboard home which and Leongatha only 25 minutes away. Inspections are strictly by appointment with is perfect for renovation plus a single bedroom self-

selling agents. Properties of this nature are extremely hard to find. If you would like to inspect this property or have any questions, please contact Don Olden of Elders Leongatha on 0417 805 312, Greg Tuckett of Elders Yarram on 0428 826 600 or Jean O’Loughlin of Elders Leongatha on 0428 571 083.

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OCATED in the popular township of Meeniyan is this lovely brick veneer home. Boasting three bedrooms, two bathrooms, one study and a large dining/lounge area, the home has a bright and functional kitchen with loads of cupboard

and bench space. The home has lovely street appeal and once inside you will be deceived by the spaciousness. The bedrooms are all large and have built in robes. The living area is also roomy, and the north facing windows capture all the beautiful sunlight. Situated on approximately 763

square metres, it is within walking distance to the shops and recreation reserve, and just across the road is access to the Great Southern Rail Trail. It is set amongst a lovely manicured garden, with a garden shed and a double carport. Property in Meeniyan is becoming much sought after and a home of this calibre will not last long.

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the home. Two air conditioners keep the home comfortable, and there is a large carport and drive through access to the back lane. Renovate and enjoy a sizeable family dwelling in the heart of town, or develop commercially for a business pursuit. The options are there. This is a rare opportunity in the heart of The house consists of four bedrooms, three bathrooms and generous living spaces, including Leongatha. a large â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;billiard roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and front lounge, both with ďŹ replaces. A central 1970s inspired kitchen is the hub of

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Where and what you buy will aďŹ&#x20AC;ect your return on investment, and ASIC oďŹ&#x20AC;ers these tips: Familiar markets: consider buying an investment property in an area you are familiar with as it will take you less time to research. Check recent sale prices in the area to give you an idea of what you can expect to pay for local properties; â&#x20AC;˘ Growth suburbs: look for areas where high growth is expected, where there is potential for capital gains; â&#x20AC;˘ Rental yield: look for areas where rents are high compared to the property value; * Low vacancy rates: ďŹ nd out about the vacancy rates in the neighbourhood. A high vacancy rate may indicate a less desirable area, which could make it harder to rent the property out or sell it in the future; and

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include: stamp duty, conveyancing fees, legal costs, search fees, and pest and building reports. When you own an investment property, you will be responsible for such ongoing costs as: council and water rates, insurance, body corporate fees, land tax, property management fees, repairs and maintenance costs. If you borrowed to invest, you will also have mortgage repayments, and if your investment is positively geared you may pay tax on your rental income. You can either manage your property yourself or engage a managing agent to do it for you. If you manage the property yourself, you will avoid paying management costs but you will have to do everything, from showing the property to tenants to collecting rent and organising repairs. You also need to comply with landlord regulations. If you use a managing agent to look after the property, the management fees youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll pay are tax deductible. You need to include insurance, repairs and maintenance in your investment property budget. â&#x20AC;˘ Information courtesy of Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).

10 Ashenden Street, Leongatha Excellent opportunity to secure a blue chip commercial property to lease out or set up your own business in a modern, secure facility. The premises consists of 126m2 of office space and 360m2 of shed space. A seperate storage shed and approximately 1000m2 of level yard space is secured by a chain mesh fence around the perimeter. The property is for sale OR lease by expression of interest.

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Coal Creek nominated for four awards By Kyle Standfield COAL Creek Community Park and Museum, Korumburra has been commended for numerous community projects, after the historical park received four nominations in the upcoming Tidy Towns awards for 2018. The awards are entered into predominantly by community groups and aim to recognise important work done by individuals and groups that may go unheralded otherwise. The park received two nominations for the Community Action and Leadership Award and a further two for the Cultural Award. Gary Mogford of Keep Victoria Beautiful said the work Coal Creek staﬀ and volunteers continue to do in the area was inspiring to see. “I travel all across Victoria and in every town there are people doing great things Recognition: from left, Gary Mogford of Keep Victoria Beautiful joins award nomination representatives for their community,” Mr Mogford said. Greer Arnott, Zoe Sargent, Syd Whyte, Hugh Hendry, Ted Cross, and South Gippsland Shire Council “What makes Coal Creek really stand deputy mayor Cr Aaron Brown at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Korumburra, on Tuesday, out is their clear passion for the projects they do. They go into immense focus and August 28.

detail with all of them.” The projects that saw Coal Creek nominated included restoring the Poowong National Bank, refurbishing and re-exhibiting the Kilcunda Road State School, and their Changing Technologies program that sees participants learn about what life was like with primitive technology. South Gippsland Shire Council deputy mayor Cr Aaron Brown said it was fantastic to see the community park be rewarded for the work staff and volunteers do, and encouraged other groups in the area to submit entries next year. “South Gippsland has so many great community groups that deserve to be recognised just as Coal Creek has been this year,” Cr Brown said. “These awards are significant and people should take pride in them when they see them in their town. When you drive around Australia you see a lot of small towns with these types of awards displayed proudly. Poowong has one from 1989 and it still stands out.” Thanks to the work done by Coal Creek, Korumburra was also nominated as a finalist for the Tidy Town of the Year Award, with winners set to be announced in October.

ADULT LEARNERS WEEK SEPT 1-8

Learning opens new doors

STILL TIME TO GET QUALIFIED BY CHRISTMAS

ADULT Learners’ Week is a UNESCO initiative supported in Australia by the Commonwealth Department of Education and Training and coordinated by Adult Learning Australia.

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Adult Learners’ Week runs from September 1 to 8 and incorporates International Literacy Day, which is celebrated annually on September 8. Adult Learners’ Week in Australia is part of an international festival of adult learning and South Gippsland is part of the action. Since 1979, Milpara Community House at Korumburra has been helping and educating the Korumburra community. Adult education improves participants’ skills and enjoyment of life, while special interest classes and New skill: from left, Anne, Tracy, Gwenda, Pam and Holly learnt the skill of wet felting to social groups/opportunities help form friendships and create a wall hanging at Milpara Community House, Korumburra. networks with the community. Bass Coast Adult Education Centre at Wonthaggi levels, including migrants. New arrivals may be eliMilpara is a Learn Local Organisation, providing adult education opportunities from special inter- offers a diversity of courses, in computers, migrant gible for up to 510 free hours of training. Pre-accredited training focuses on computer litests, crafts and general education, to computers and English, hospitality and tourism, work safety, maths and English, first aid, hair and beauty, horticulture and eracy skills, delivered in three stages: beginners, next technology. Some adult education courses are subsidised by special certificate and other courses designed to help step and office skills. Hospitality is also a major focus with courses in HosAdult, Community and Further Education (ACFE). To people find work and businesses grow. Such courses include Espresso Essentials and Go pitality Work Skills and Local Tourism Skills as well as qualify for an ACFE subsidy, students must be lookaccredited Food Handling, Responsible Service of Alcoing to increase their skills to return to study, gain em- Digital – Online Digital Marketing. As both a registered training organisation and a hol and Responsible Service of Gambling courses. ployment or to get a better job or promotion. The Certificate II in Tourism is a nationally recogACFE will also provide subsidies to people who Learn Local provider, Bass Coast Adult Education have not completed Year 12 and who would like to Centre delivers accredited training and courses and nised course that provides skills for both the hospitality and tourism industries. gain basic skills, including literacy and numeracy pre-accredited education. The centre is registered to deliver nationally acThe centre also presents work skills training coursskills and English as a second language. ACFE course costing consists of two components: credited qualifications, and/or units of each, and es by contracting the services of Australian Safe T a minimum tuition fee of $50 plus a student ameni- is fully resourced, staffed and ready to deliver each Training. These include Construction Induction White Card, Forklift Licence, Traffic Control and others as ties fee for each course which covers the materials and qualification. Maths and English classes cater to all ages and all the need arises. amenities.

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Adults learn with Milpara LEARNING is a lifelong activity that doesn't stop at the end of school. As we grow and get older, we continually expand our skills, knowledge and interests. This year the Adult Learners Week theme is 'Learning Changes Lives'. Milpara Community House at Korumburra wants to promote the idea that learning as an adult can help people turn their lives around, and can be a transformative and happy experience. Adult learning is very important to Milpara

Community House. The house is part of a state wide sector that focuses on building people's skills and capacity using learning as one method. Milpara offers traditional classroom learning and also

provides other learning opportunities, to enable people to learn from experience and the sharing of skills. Milpara Community House is a dynamic learning hub all year round and is always looking to provide valuable learning opportunities for the community. If you have a skill you'd like to share, or a learning opportunity you'd like to see offered, please let Milpara know. Help Milpara help you. Wherever you are on your learning journey, Milpara can help you find a pathway to achieve your goals. To talk with the friendly staff at Milpara please call 5655 2524.

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Pipeline project awarded THE Lance Creek Water Connection Pipeline project has received an award recognising brilliance within Victoria’s civil construction industry.

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Jaydo Construction and KBR, contractors undertaking the project, won an honour at the Civil Contractors Federation’s Earth Awards in Melbourne. Projects were split up into six categories of project value, based on their scale and level of infrastructure spend, and were primarily judged on their ability to demonstrate innovation in the ﬁelds of construction excellence, environmental sustainability and project management. Winning projects will now go on to be judged against other projects in their respective categories across the country in the National Earth Awards to be held at Parliament House, Canberra in November 2018.

After months of weathering the cold, plenty of dogs, cats and other common pets have a strong winter coat not suitable for the upcoming warm weather. Charlotte Milkins, from Leongatha, knows this, and her adorable one year old Border Collie Merry will be looked after well as we bound into September. “You've definitely got to pay attention to your dogs, or any animal as we go from winter to spring,” Ms Milkins said. “With my dog Merry, she naturally sheds a lot of her winter coat as we come into the warmer months but it's also a good idea to get some grooming done professionally. In winter dogs can get muddy and their fur can get all matted so you've got to look out for that.” Ms Milkins loves to pamper her pet, saying there is a lot of work that goes into being a responsible dog owner. “A lot of people think puppies are really cute so they go out and buy one without knowing about the time and effort that goes into raising and looking after a dog,” Ms Milkins said. “You've really got to dedicate to your pet. You have to train it, feed, it, exercise it, and of course make sure it's groomed and healthy.” While Merry may be healthy now, a car accident last year nearly cost her her life. “Merry broke her leg in the incident with the car but she's fine now. She happily runs around and plays with the other dogs. I'm very lucky she pulled through,” she said. Lots of love: Charlotte Milkins plays with her lovable Border Collie Merry while out and about at the Leongatha Farmer's Market recently.

Maintain septics, urges council SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is starting a program to ensure all wastewater systems in South Gippsland are correctly maintained. Owners with high risk systems will shortly receive reminder letters to ensure that required maintenance checks are completed and reported to council. As a general rule, septic tank and trench systems require checking every three years, with septic tank to sand ﬁlters checked every year and package treatment plants checked every three months. The aim of the program is to prevent failures of wastewater systems and the consequent public health risks and environmental damage they can cause. Council’s environmental health coordinator Tim Brown said it was vital wastewater systems were properly maintained. “South Gippsland has over 9000 wastewater systems installed with some dating back to the 1940s,” he said. “Many owners already do the right thing and have their wastewater systems regularly maintained. These reminders are being issued to ensure all wastewater systems are working eﬀectively for our safety.” For further information on how to maintain your wastewater system please visit www.southgippsland. vic.gov.au/wastewater or contact council’s environmental health team on 5662 9200.

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Leongatha Seniors honour Topsy LEONGATHA Senior Citizens Club made a special presentation to Topsy Winkler who stepped down from the club’s presidency at the recent annual general meeting. She held the position for 12 years and was the longest serving president in the club’s history. In appreciation of her service she was presented with a beautiful handmade rug featuring the names of the current members. Thanks to members Val Pistrucci, who made the rug, and Jenny Chitty who used her calligraphy skills to put all the names on it. About 60 members attended the annual general meeting to hear retiring Ms Winkler open the meeting and welcome special guest South Gippsland Shire mayor Cr Lorraine Brunt and all members. Ms Winkler thanked entertainment organiser MaTucking in: from left, members of Leongatha Probus’s Let’s Eat Out group are Leo Bleeser, vis Harrison for the great range of entertainment that Keith Grey, Paull Lahn, Gloria Lahn, Vee Grace, Fred Grace and Josie Bleeser. we had all enjoyed over the year. Thanks were also given to newsletter editor Jeanette Chalmers for producing a monthly letter to keep members informed of all activities, and Dawn Rasmussen as kitchen manager and kitchen helpers, for keeping members fed with lovely afternoon teas. Future lunches will include the Par 3 Cafe at InONE of the many enjoyable activities Thanks were also given to Coral Gray for taking Yooralla Wildflower Cafe, Leongatha and over the management of the stall, assisted by Barbara within Leongatha Probus is Let’s Eat verloch, the Brandy Creek Winery, Drouin. Hoy who kept much of the supply coming, and other Out (LEO). Not only does this monthly outing allow mem- helpers and donors in raising so much money on the LEO organiser, Fred Grace, does a wonderful job bers the opportunity to enjoy beautiful food in the weekly stall, treasurer Kay Cook and secretary Ian arranging these monthly lunches at the many and company of friends, it also supports local businesses Rasmussen for looking after administrative matters, varied eateries in the area. and provides a list of venues to re-visit with family Helga Hannon for organising doorkeepers and to Up to 30 members car pool to the venues where and friends. John Evison for handling the heavy work setting up the owners have been keen to provide either a set Let’s Eat Out continues to be a win/win for ev- chairs and tables each week. menu, or ordering straight off the menu board, at eryone involved. Thanks were also expressed to all committee very reasonable prices. If you are interested in joining Leongatha Pro- members for their service over the past year. This year Probians have enjoyed the hospitality of bus and becoming part of LEO and the many other Cr Brunt took the chair for the election of the Prom Country Cheese, Inverloch’s Esplanade Hotel, activities of the club, please contact Gloria Lahn by officers and committee for 2018-19. Eileen Elliott Grand Ridge Brewery, Mirboo North, The Meeniyan phoning 56124807 or emailing leongathaprobus@ Hotel for Christmas in July and the Poowong Hotel. gmail.com.

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What a surprise: outgoing Leongatha Senior Citizens Club president Topsy Winkler with the handmade rug she received in recognition of her 12 years of service. was elected as president with Coral Gray as vice president, Ian Rasmussen as secretary, Kay Cook as treasurer, and continuing on committee were Topsy Winkler, Dawn Rasmussen, Geoﬀ and Mavis Harrison, Vera Derrick, Jean Sharwood, Phil Benson, Harold Verdon, plus new committee members Helen Brereton and Elsie and John Evison. Cr Brunt thanked Ms Elliott for the opportunity to participate and congratulated the outgoing committee on a fantastic job, especially treasurer Ms Cook who again presented an immaculate treasurer’s report. A lovely afternoon tea sealed the day.

Shadow Cabinet hears Island’s concerns EIGHT Shadow Ministers met in Phillip Island recently to hear from residents first-hand. Bass MLA Brian Paynter organised a Phillip Island Shadow Minister Forum at The North Pier Hotel and invited eight local advocacy groups to privately present their concerns and ideas to the Shadow Cabinet. The first to present was the Phillip Island Progress Association which addressed the need for Phillip Island to have a status as a premier international and domestic tourist destination, as well as current road conditions and future plans for use of land. Phillip Island Transport Study Group sought a review of the public transport system and current conditions of the roads, as well as funding for wildlife crossings and public pathways. The National Vietnam Veterans Museum presented with a digital video folder with their vision for the future – a new, purpose built, state of the art museum on Phillip Island. Destination Phillip Island marked the need to secure funding for marketing and events and requesting greater support for regional events, plus the need to deliver tourism transport solutions and connectivity. The Phillip Island Medical and Health Action Group addressed the need for improved medical services that benefit all residents, ratepayers and visitors to the Island and Waterline areas, plus the necessity

of access to bulk-billed services in an area of low average income. Cowes Foreshore Preventative Action Group called upon funding for the construction of the 300 metre Missing Link rock wall in Rose Avenue to Coglan Road as well as beach re-nourishment as required. Phillip Island CFA addressed their need for a new CFA station on the new secured land in Cowes. The ﬁnal presentation from The Phillip Island Aquatic Centre Fund addressed the absence of an aquatic centre on Phillip Island. The pool is needed to meet the needs of ageing residents, levels of obesity, diabetes and asthma and a high proportion of lower socio-economic residents. Without a pool, students at the ﬁve primary schools are unlikely to be able to swim the State Government-mandated 50 metres by the time they leave primary school. A reception was held thereafter. More than 80 people attended to discuss their concepts for Phillip Island’s growing community with the estimated population now sitting at 11,000. Mr Paynter said the State Government was not doing enough to support the Phillip Island community with solutions or local services. “After many years of ongoing issues for Phillip Island, I chose to give these groups the opportunity to voice their concerns in order to seek solutions,” he said.

Driving force: the new committee of Leongatha Senior Citizens Club. Back from left, Topsy Winkler, Vera Derrick, Jean Sharwood, Elsie Evison, Helen Brereton, Mavis Harrison, Geoﬀ Harrison, Phil Benson and Ian Rasmussen. Front, vice president Coral Gray, president Eileen Elliott, treasurer Kay Cook and Dawn Rasmussen. Absent: committee members Harold Verdon and John Evison.

Mayor’s message Cr Pamela Rothfield

I SEEMED to have used the word ‘con- mary, years 3 and 4, where I had the joy of a discussion involving civics and citizenship. gratulations’ many times this week. First to the Wonthaggi Youth Brass Band who competed for the first time in the Victorian State Band Championships in Ballarat and won. They are now State Champions for Junior C grade. This win is even more impressive when one realises that the age range of members of the Wonthaggi Youth Brass is from 11 to 16, yet they won the Under 19 junior section. The Wonthaggi Citizens (Senior) Band - current C Grade Australian champions - were runners up in C Grade at the Victorian State Band Championships last week. This is a remarkable achievement, given their limited rehearsal time due to the time they give to our community, such as supporting the Wonthaggi Theatrical Group in the amazing production Boy From Oz. A big congratulations and thank you on behalf of our community. Another congratulations went to our local women’s football team, the Bass Coast Breakers, who, after finishing the season undefeated took on Tyabb in the grand final on Saturday, September 1. Huge congratulations to this inspirational team Talking issues: Bass MLA Brian Paynter (right) discusses issues with Ken Ball of Phillip of women who just keep on raising the bar. I also offered congratulations to two of our Island Bicycle User Group during the Phillip Island Shadow Minister Forum at The North primary schools last week. First to Inverloch PriPier Hotel at Cowes.

These children were so bright and interested in the machinations of all levels of government, posing questions, which were genuinely thought provoking. I congratulate the teachers for encouraging the children to explore and question, resulting in a wonderful discussion. Next I had the pleasure of attending the Star of the Sea Primary School in Cowes, where grades 4 and 5 presented me with problems and solutions relating to litter, including plastic on our beaches. Congratulations to the children (and their teacher) for all of the solutions, which were so creative. They included an underwater robot, which would suck up the rubbish as it cruised the bottom of the ocean, to beautifully designed posters and the very handsome timber rubbish receptacles, built by the children, to be installed on each of our jetties encouraging our ﬁshers to dispose of their rubbish responsibly. At the conclusion of our presentation, the children asked for my permission to hold an annual day, involving all schools, where the focus would be on collection of litter on our beaches. I, of course, granted this request and will certainly be approaching all schools to become involved. Watch this space.

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Play festival proves to be a stage stopper LOCALS and visitors enjoyed a fantastic weekend of theatre at the eighteenth South Gippsland One Act Play Festival held in Foster recently. The festival was adjudicated by Peter Newling and Llew Vale, of the Toora Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank, was delighted to present the Bruce Crowl Award for the Most Outstanding Production to Powderkeg Players from Sunshine. Powderkeg’s production of Slut by Patricia Cornelius contained potent messages about female sexuality, slut shaming and the power of words, and was delivered with such style and conviction that it also earned its director, Natasha Boyd, the Most Outstanding Director trophy. The four chorus members, Jacklyn Lombardo, Julia Lambert, Casey Bohan and Malaynee Hayden, shared the Most Outstanding Support Actor award. Gippsland performers also did well at the festival. On Waking, staged by Oﬀ the Leash Theatre from Warragul, was judged the runner-up for the most outstanding production and earned awards for Kellie Bray as Ellen Kelly in the Lead Female category and Jeannie Haughton as the playwright and the Most Outstanding Design trophy. The play was about Ned Kelly’s mother on the morning of her son’s execution and also received nominations for Tracy Rabl and Tim Haughton for supporting roles. Chenneth Weeraratne won the VDL Theatrecraft Youth Unlimited Award for his performance as Larry in The Day They Shot John Lennon, staged by FAMDA. Fellow cast members Danielle Strini and Will Thatcher were also nominated for this award. FAMDA’s production of Dinner for One proved an excellent drawcard for audience on

Saturday night and earned nominations for Best Production and for Bruce Crowl in the lead actor category for his amazing performance as James, the butler. Fish Creek’s Nautilus Theatre Project was represented in lead role nominations by Christine Skicko as Mrs Sherman in The Art of Fencing. Latrobe Valley based Here, There and Everywhere Theatre earned nominations in the design category and for Krissi Creighton and Andrew Hood as support actors. The Young Players Festival again proved to be the most popular of the festival with the Foster Arts Centre jam packed with enthusiastic supporters. The Most Outstanding Production trophy was won by Koonwarra Village School for their staging of Three Fractured Pigs. Outstanding Achievement Awards were presented to: • Etienne Goessens for a beautifully understated performance as Ben in A Dog’s Life presented by Bairnsdale Independent Theatre Experience; • Phillip Island Village School for props and costumes in A History of Messy Rooms; • Emelia Licciardi and Lola Buttler-Reid for their energy as the Narrators in Three Fractured Pigs; • Luke Whittingham for fantastic conﬁdence and comic timing as the café owner in Any Sugar? staged by Foster Primary School; • Ruby Sampson for developing character over the course of the play as the Wolf in Koonwarra Village School‘s Once Upon a Grapevine; and • The special Adjudicator’s Award was presented to Theodore Wheeler and Dakota Hagoort for “jumping into roles that weren’t theirs” in Foster Primary School’s Any Sugar? A complete list of winners and nominations can be found on www.famda.org.au

Top theatre: from left, winners at the South Gippsland One Act Play Festival at Foster were, Wahyu Kapa (Peridot), Bruce Crowl (FAMDA), Julia Lambert (Powderkeg), Peyer Newling (adjudicator), Jeannie Haughton and Kellie Bray (Oﬀ The Leash), Chenneth Weeraratne (FAMDA), and Rosie Cullinan (ARK Theatre) with their awards. Photo by Robert Paragreen.

South Gippsland One Act Play Festival results • Bruce Crowl Award – Most Outstanding Production: Powderkeg Players – Slut; runner-up, Oﬀ the Leash Theatre - On Waking; • Most Outstanding Director: winner Natasha Boyd – Powderkeg Players; • Most Outstanding Female Lead: winner Kellie Bray, Ellen Kelly – On Awakening – Oﬀ the Leash Theatre; • Most Outstanding Male Lead: winner Wahyu Kapa, Joel – On the Edge – Peridot Theatre; • Most Outstanding Female Support Actor: chorus members of Slut – Powderkeg Players: Jacklyn Lombardo, Casey Bohan, Julia Lambert and

Malaynee Hayden; • Most Outstanding Male Support Actor: winner Peter Garrett, Mark – Aftermath– Gemco Players; • Playwright’s Prize – Most Outstanding New Australian Play: Jeannie Haughton – On Waking – Oﬀ the Leash Theatre; • Most Outstanding Design: Oﬀ the Leash Theatre – On Waking – Staging; • Adjudicator’s Choice Award: ARK Theatre – backstage consideration and helpfulness; and • VDL – Theatrecraft Youth Unlimited Award: Chenneth Weeraratne, Larry – The Day They Shot John Lennon – FAMDA.

Kaylah to star in Victorian spectacular By Kyle Standfield KORUMBURRA Secondary College student Kaylah Thomas will take centre stage as 3000 students from across Victoria come together to perform in the State School Spectacular. After a lengthy audition process, Kaylah was selected as one of just a few dozen principal vocalists to star in the spectacular, and has even been pegged to perform a feature song. “When I got the email telling me I’d been selected I screamed a little,” Kaylah said. “Performing is my passion. You can really express yourself through it and it’s a big part of me. I’ve been singing since Grade 4, and I did a lot of dancing when I was younger which I’ve since revisited again. Singing and performing really just makes me happy.” Kaylah, who is currently in Year 10, said the workload in preparation for the performance has been large, but her family has been incredibly supportive. “I’ve been travelling up to Melbourne nearly every weekend for a while now,” Kaylah said. “My family has been so encouraging and supportive in getting me to rehearsals. The spectacular isn’t just a big commitment from me; it’s a big commitment for them too, which I appreciate a lot. The rehearsals themselves are really fun and the people running them allow you to bring your homework and encourage you to stay on top of all that.” Kaylah is thankful for the opportunity to be a key part of the Victorian State School Spectacular, and hopes to translate her experience into a career one day. “One of the best things about being a part of the State School Spectacular is that it allows you to be involved in a professional production. We are treated like professionals and are expected to act as professionals. I deﬁnitely want to turn sing-

Showtime nears: members of Loch Primary School’s contingent to perform in the Victorian State Schools Spectacular gather at a massed choir rehearsal at the Melbourne Town Hall. They are: Ollie Cronin, Aidyn Bourke, Flynn Polley, Charli Allen, Bailey Lightowler, Bianca Monson, Paige Barry, Jasmine Westwood, Jess Mackenzie-Ross and Chloe Jones, all Aiming high: Korumburra Secondary Col- from grades 5 and 6. lege student Kaylah Thomas is shooting for the stars as she prepares to perform as a principal vocalist in the Victorian State School Spectacular. ing into a career so to get this experience now is so valuable,” she said. Kaylah encouraged others thinking of auditioning for next year’s spectacular to give it a go, saying it’s been one of the best experiences of her life. “Anybody that’s interested in performing arts should give it a go. The thing about the spectacular is that there’s a real community feel. Everybody involved has this same passion and similar dreams which creates such a warm environment,” she said. The 2018 Victorian State School Spectacular will be held at the recently renamed Melbourne Arena on September 15.

Loch performers ready for state stage

LOCH Primary School students will be among the massed choir at the Victorian State Schools Spectacular on September 15. Nurtured by teachers Meredith and Geoﬀ Birnie, they have been attending rehearsals and are looking forward to performing at the Melbourne Arena, accompanied by a full orchestra and with professional lighting and sound. Coming from a small country school, they have been thrilled to be part of a massed choir of more than a thousand students as part of an even

bigger cast of dancers, musicians and principal artists. The Loch students have worked hard over two terms to learn 17 songs and 10 dance routines in addition to the many hours they are also contributing to writing and rehearsing a whole school musical production to be performed later in the year. Their teachers have been impressed by the dedication and enthusiasm shown by these ﬁrst time performers, and have been delighted by their growth in skills and professionalism. They hope the experience will inspire many more performance ambitions in the students.

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Transport push IMPROVED transport is Bass Coast Health’s next focus. A recent open access board meeting at the new Cowes Health Hub recently highlighted transportation between services as an issue for patients. Bass Coast Health is working with Gippsland Southern Health Service and South Gippsland Hospital to improve its transport resources. “We submitted an application to the Department of Transport,” Bass Coast Health CEO Jan Child said. “Essentially what we want is three cars – one for each hospital – and resources to help us coordinate transportation. We also want to create a system so people can phone in and speak to a real person to help them organise transport.” BCH is also looking for ways to better coordinate our volunteer drivers, cars and services to help people having trouble getting to local services and GP appointments.

“Many people access both centres every week and now they can just refill whenever they want. Buying water or even asking someone at a canteen to refill your drink bottle can be a major barrier so having the easy access will be great.” South Gippsland Water donates refill stations to the community per year so when it was identified that both centres were keen to have them installed, the corporation was delighted to be involved. Council had the fountains installed and both units are outside and accessible anytime, meaning anyone in the community can access free tap water. GippSport is funded by VicHealth to promote the consumption of water at sports clubs and acknowledged the commitment by the clubs that use the centres for their support. “The clubs are really serious about ensuring their athletes are provided the best environment and this is just another step towards that. I’ve done some really positive work with many of the South Gippsland clubs around providing team drink bottles supplied by South Gippsland Water as well,” Mr Parini said. South Gippsland Water is proud to support greater water consumption within their catchment. “Our corporation is committed to providing environmentally sustainable water and wastewater services and promoting the consumption of tap water,” the corporation’s marketing and community relations coordinator Amy Van Kuyk said. The new fountains will go a long way to increasing water consumption.The facts around not drinking water are alarming. Two in three adults and one in four adolescents in Australia are classed as overweight or obese. Sugar sweetened beverages can have up to 16 teaspoons of

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Anglers haul a record catch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; of soup THE Anderson Inlet Angling Club members volunteered to host the Inverloch Community House Soup Cafe by taking on the challenge for the month of August.

The community house has a soup cafe each month through winter to bring the community of Inverloch together. The soup cafe relies on volunteers from community groups to host each month with the help of local sponsors, including

Foodworks Inverloch and Paul the Pieman Inverloch. All gold coin donations go back to help support the next Inverloch Community House soup cafe. All soups are cooked in the hub kitchen overseen by a vol-

unteer food handler supervisor from the community house. The angling club was put to the challenge to pass the last highest number of bowls of soup to be served, 98. The club members did just that by serving 120 bowls. Club members made their own favourite home made soups for soup cafe day. Shirley Scott made vegetarian broccoli and zucchini; June Laycock made vegan pumpkin and sweet potato; Douglas McDonald made pea and ham, and creamy chicken vegetables and corn. The club also had volunteers helping in the kitchen: Pam Horton and Val Michelangelo, Debbie Van Pelt and Mary Ferguson.

Ready to eat: Anderson Inlet Angling Club president June Laycock (second from right) serves Judy and Ray Atkins under the watchful eye of food supervisor Anne Howard from the Inverloch Community House during the recent soup cafe.

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Teachers leading the way on sustainability SAVINGS of $1.7 million have been made by Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ResourceSmart Schools over 10 years through a focus on purposeful sustainability practices Lunch time: Anderson Inlet Angling Club host Mary Ferguson seats guests Eddie and Carol that make learning fun, practical and rewarding. Walsh at their table during the Inverloch Community Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent soup cafe lunch.

See wind farm up close BALD Hills Wind Farm is a proud participant of National Wind Farm Open Day coordinated by the Clean Energy Council and the Australian Wind Alliance. The wind farm is hosting special tours so that interested people can witness a world class wind farm in operation. Members of the Bald Hills Wind Farm team will be at the Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute and Memorial Hall with information about how wind energy works, fun activities for kids and a free sausage sizzle. Free bus tours to the wind farm will be running throughout the day. For those who are unable to join the tour, a map will be available at the Tarwin Lower Mechanics Institute and Memorial Hall. The open day will be held on Sunday, October 21 from 10am to 2pm. Bus tours will depart hourly at 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1pm from the hall at 27 River Drive, Tarwin Lower. Long pants and closed shoes must be worn on the tour. Hard hats will be provided. Please register your interest for the bus tour on the

Come and see: Bald Hills Wind Farm will be open for the public to see on Sunday, October 21. following Eventbrite link, as places on the bus tour are strictly limited: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ national-wind-farm-open-day-bald-hills-wind-farmtickets-49124725376

Council projects take shape SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council continues to work towards projects identiďŹ ed in its $1.6 million Community Capital Works Allocation Project. Council considered community recommendations in late 2016 on how to allocate $400,000 each for capital works in Foster, Korumburra, Mirboo North and Venus Bay. Many of the projects have had a considerable amount of work completed as part of the 2017-18 Capital Works Program. South Gippsland Shire mayor Cr Lorraine Brunt was happy to see progress with the projects. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Community Capital Works Allocation Project was designed to give our community an opportunity to determine where a portion of our capital works budget was best spent,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is satisfying to see some of these projects get to the pointy end of their development. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure our community members will be excited to see the projects coming together. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some of these projects do have a bit of work to go but we are doing everything we can to have them ďŹ nalised. As part of this we will advocate to other levels of government for further funding where required.â&#x20AC;? The projects are: â&#x20AC;˘ Korumburra Recreation Centre: the carpark is al-

most complete with ďŹ nal asphalting expected in spring. Equipment requested including tables, chairs and trolleys have been delivered; â&#x20AC;˘ Korumburra Recreation Reserve: a grant application has been submitted for a full change-room upgrade. If successful itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expected works could commence in September 2018; â&#x20AC;˘ Korumburra Skate Park: a grant funding application has been successful. The exact location within the rail precinct will be determined as part of the master planning process by early 2019; â&#x20AC;˘ Baromi Park: masterplan works have been completed. An application for $50,000 in grant funding has been submitted to Regional Development Victoria for the Baromi Park Community Space development project; â&#x20AC;˘ Couper Street footpath: works have been completed but are awaiting remedial works on a pit lid by Telstra; â&#x20AC;˘ Foster Water Re-Use: works are substantially completed except for the supply and installation of storage tanks at the showgrounds and golf course; â&#x20AC;˘ Venus Bay Skate Park: the project is on hold whilst an Activity Centre Plan is completed. This plan will determine the best location for the skate park; â&#x20AC;˘ Venus Bay Environmental Projects: a masterplan has been developed which includes a tower, meeting place, reserve area, entrance and playground. Grant funding would be required for these projects; and â&#x20AC;˘ Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club: there has been no advice from the club about successful funding.

Along the way, with the help of ResourceSmart Schools, teachers have become skilled in making their schools more sustainable. The ResourceSmart movement in schools is driven by passionate, enthusiastic and innovative teachers who want interesting, real life experiences and curriculum outcomes for their students. ResourceSmart Schools Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coordinator Alison Taylor said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want teachers in Gippsland to be inspired by best practice sustainability ideas that can be easily embedded into school curriculum, lifestyle and culture; ResourceSmart Schools provides the support to make this happen.â&#x20AC;? Primary and secondary teachers are being oďŹ&#x20AC;ered the opportunity to attend one of six training days in Gippsland that will be facilitated by Environment Education Victoria. The training is free and open to all schools in Gippsland. Schools already participating in the ResourceSmart Schools program are eligible to receive one funded replacement teacher per school. ResourceSmart Schools is a Victorian Government program managed by Sustainability Victoria. In Gippsland, the ResourceS-

Thinking of future: from left, Tarwin Lower Primary School students Luca, Curtis, Riley and Jenna are proud their school is a ResourceSmart School. mart Schools program is delivered by the Gippsland Waste and Resource Recovery Group. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our program is heading into its second decade in Gippsland, and with the current focus on the war on waste, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great to know that many schools, teachers and students are leading the way when it comes to maximising resources and minimising waste,â&#x20AC;? Ms Taylor said. The savings made collectively by Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ResourceSmart Schools over the past 10 years are signiďŹ cant. Improvements in energy use throughout 2008-17 have saved more than 9000 tonnes of greenhouse gas, a combined hippocket saving of $1.5 million for Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ResourceSmart schools. â&#x20AC;&#x153;By focusing on wise use of water, 17,000KL of water was

conserved over the 10 year period, translating to a saving of around $54,000,â&#x20AC;? Ms Taylor said. The real â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;winâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is that any school can join in on the action (and savings) by becoming a ResourceSmart School; there is a team of highly trained and dedicated facilitators who are ready to partner with schools to bring their sustainability aspirations to life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really proud of the achievements of our ResourceSmart Schools, and with the ABCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s War On Waste popular in the classroom at the moment, we want to support teachers in accessing best practice sustainability training,â&#x20AC;? Ms Taylor said. For further information about ResourceSmart Schools or to register for training, visit www. gwrrg.vic.gov.au or contact Alison Taylor on 5633 2744.

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CELEBRATING NATIONAL LANDCARE WEEK SEPTEMBER 3-9, 2018

Join in Landcare’s celebrations Landcare groups will give a series of 15 minute presentations, facilitated by network coordinator Kate McKenzie. Each presentation will be followed by ﬁve minutes of question time. At the Fish Creek event, expect to hear from the Loch Nyora The ﬁrst soup, scones and Landcare Group about how it is sharing event will be held at the embracing changes to population Fish Creek Pub on Friday, Sepand land use types. tember 7 and the second will be The Mardan Mirboo North held at the Ruby Hall on Friday, group will talk about the success September 14. of its long term tree-bees program Both events will run from and the Mt Lyall group will talk 6.30pm to 9.30pm and will inabout building relationships and clude delicious soup, scones and acting as mentors to new farmers. the sharing of insights from South The Arawata/Mt Eccles Wild Gippsland Landcare groups.

Dog Valley group will give a presentation on securing project funding, the Hallston group will talk about engaging Scout groups in Landcare activities and the Poowong group will talk about engaging with new members. The Ruby event will run on the same format, with another six of the local Landcare groups giving presentations. Friends of Turtons Creek will talk about threatened species protection and the Nerrena Tarwin Valley group will talk about how to involve a range of partners in Landcare activities. The Tarwin Landcare group will discuss how to bridge the gap between farmers and lifestyle property owners and the Agnes River District group will chat about how to engage schools in Landcare. The Fish Creek group will talk about eﬀective and eﬃcient group management and the Franklin River Landcare group will discuss its successful work on public land over many years. Ms McKenzie said the events were being run as part of Landcare Week and were a great way to celebrate what the network has achieved over the past 12 months. Hard workers: members of the Mardan Mirboo North “It will also be an opportunity Landcare group at a recent tree planting day, just about to to thank our many volunteers,” enjoy a well-earned lunch. The Mardan Mirboo North group she said. The event is a part of the State will be presenting on their successful and long standing tree planting working bees at the South Gippsland Landcare Government’s strategic planning Networks’ soup scones and sharing event at Fish Creek on and community development skills to reinvigorate Landcare in Friday, September 7. Photo courtesy of the Mardan Mirboo South Gippsland project.

THE South Gippsland Landcare Network will be celebrating the work of local Landcarers this September with two Landcare group cluster ‘catch ups’.

Rare find: Friends of Turtons Creek president Peter Gannon with his son Fred inspect a burrowing crayﬁsh burrow at the Turtons Creek Falls. Peter will be presenting on the importance of using science based evidence to underpin the work and eﬀorts applied to native species conservation at the Landcare soup, scones and sharing event at Ruby on Friday, September 14.

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South Gippsland area. South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said, “The community grant programs have contributed to a wide range of projects, with the aim to improve the local environment or community strengthening. We are pleased to be able to continue this support.” Groups and organisations interested in the grant programs are encouraged to visit the South G i p p s l a n d Wa t e r w e b s i t e a t www.sgwater.com.au for further information or to contact the customer service team on 1300 851 636.

These events are part of the ‘Strategic Planning and Community Development Skills to Reinvigorate Landcare in South Gippsland’ project supported by the Victorian Government

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Farming Insight

Working hard: Alex Scott auctioneer Rob Ould was at the top of his game as he sold prime cattle at the Leongatha VLE saleyards on Wednesday. Mr Ould was ﬂanked by Alex Scott livestock agents Dale Atherton (left) Observing: Norm Geary of Boorool said while he wasn’t at the Le- Looking on: browsing the available cattle with great intent, Jim and Dane Perczyk. ongatha VLE saleyards to buy last Wednesday, it’s important to keep Pocklington of Dumbalk enjoys getting out to the Leongatha VLE an eye on the market at all times. saleyards.

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THERE were approximately 1020 export and 150 young cattle penned, representing a decrease of 230 head week on week. The usual buying group was present and operating in a dearer market in places. Quality improved with a limited but better selection of finished bullocks and a smaller proportion of cows. The limited offering of young cattle suited to the trade sold firm. Grown steers and bullocks sold firm, with the top price not quite equal, but a lift in the secondary lots. Demand was firm for manufacturing steers, although quality crossbreds were hard to find. Cows sold from 5c to 15c/kg dearer for most, while heavy bulls improved slightly. Trade steers reached a top of 300c/kg. Yearling

heifers to the trade sold from 260c to 294c/kg. Grown steers made from 275c to 312c, with bullocks making from 305c to 315c/kg. Heavy heifers showing good ﬁnish made from 250c to 280c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 245c to 260c, with the crossbred portion making from 244c to 281c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows sold from 140c to 219c/kg. Most heavy weight cows sold from 185c to 243c, with a top of 249c/kg. Better shaped heavy bulls made from 210c to 255c, with the dairy lots making from 200c to 213c/kg The next sale draw - September 5: 1. Rodwells, 2. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 3. Landmark, 4. Elders, 5. Alex Scott & Staﬀ, 6. SEJ.

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Discover beekeeping WHAT a joy it is to see the cheerful colours of plum and cherry blossoms, and the brilliant yellow of the wattles. Have a closer look and you are sure to see bees zipping around from flower to flower. The bees are energetically collecting nectar and pollen to feed their sisters back in the hive, and the rapidly growing brood tucked into the wax combs. Now is the time of year when beekeepers check their equipment and hives, preparing for the busy season ahead. It’s also a great time for wanna-be beekeepers to do a training course such as the one run at the Leongatha Community College of Gippsland. Bronwyn Barton was recently elected president of the South Gippsland Beekeepers Club. She and her husband David run the annual Introduction to Beekeeping short course. She said, “It’s quite remarkable how enthralled the students are when they have the opportunity to open a beehive and look inside for the first time. They’ve just discovered a whole new world. “The course is run through the Com-

munity College in Leongatha, and has a strong focus on how to get started with bees. We start with an evening of beekeeping theory and follow this with a weekend ﬁeld session to allow students to get hands-on with bees.” The course begins on Wednesday, September 19. To enroll, students can contact Susan Morgan at the Leongatha Community College of Gippsland by emailing susan.morgan@ccg.asn.au “Once students have completed the course, we strongly advise that they join a beekeeping club. It connects them with beekeepers of varied experience from beginners to those who have spent decades looking after bees and their hives. Beekeeping clubs are an ongoing source of information, education and support with mentoring programs and many other services,” Bronwyn said. South Gippsland Beekeepers Inc. has members across the entire breadth of South Gippsland – from Phillip Island to Yarram, and up into the Latrobe Valley. Monthly meetings are held in Leongatha with other members’ activities staged throughout the year. To learn more about South Gippsland Beekeepers, go to www. southgippslandbeekeepers.org.au

Fascinating hobby: Bronwyn and David Barton of the South Gippsland Beekeepers Club inspect a hive.

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Farming Insight Bull sale a mixed bag THE 58th Landmark all breeds bull sale was held at VLE Leongatha last Tuesday, August 28, with 79 bulls going under the hammer in front of a decent buying group. Angus, Hereford, Frisian and Jersey breeds were all represented on the day. Woorayl View from Mardan topped the Anguses with $3250 twice, D Armstrong from Warragul topped the Friesians with $2400 and Gordon and Sylvia Vagg from Leongatha South

topped the Jerseys with $1800 twice. Terry Ginnane from Landmark said the better bulls sold well on the day, while “quite a few” that were out of condition or small passed in. He said the yarding size was similar to the last couple of years; however he said numbers in the annual sale had declined over the last 20 years or so. “It used to be a really big sale 10 to 20 years ago,” he said. “A lot of dairy farmers use AI these days and we don’t get as many using beef bulls be-

cause they are getting such good prices for their export heifers.” Mr Ginnane said the drought aﬀecting much of the eastern parts of the country wouldn’t have had much of an impact on the sale. “In other areas, bulls could be hard to sell because there are a lot less cows around, but it is a diﬀerent market here. We sell mostly to dairy farmers,” he said. “We did also sell some of the Bulls sold: Terry Clark from Nerrena had Friesian bulls for sale in the Landmark All Breeds good Angus bulls to beef pro- Bull Sale held at VLE Leongatha last Tuesday, August 28, selling two for $2000 each. ducers this year.”

Exciting Landcare opportunity A MENTORING program is being piloted across the South Gippsland and Yarram Yarram Landcare networks. The program will match landholders with mentors to develop sustainable land management goals and action plans. Mentors will receive training to support and guide mentees. The project will connect landowners with experienced locals who can support them and direct them to experts in the local agencies, as well as other farmers. Mentees will have the chance to create farm action plans with mentors. The project will begin for mentees on Saturday, October 20 at the Toora Hotel with a workshop to meet other mentees, explore goals and meet mentors. Mentor training will be on Friday, October 5 at the Toora Hotel. The free program is being funded by the Victorian Landcare grants program and supported by the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority. For more information on how to get involved as a mentee or mentor, contact Jenny O’Sullivan at osulliva@dcsi.net.au or phone 0419 153 377.

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Happy sellers: Ben and Gordon Vagg from Leongatha South and Colin Wientjens from Nerrena were at the Landmark All Breeds Bull Sale held at VLE Leongatha last Tuesday, August 28. The Vaggs sold seven jersey bulls at the sale and were happy with the result.

Market dearer, with cows up by 15c Prime Sale - Wednesday, August 22 THERE were approximately BULLOCKS 1020 export and 150 young cattle 8 M. Altamore, Warragul 751.9kg 314.6 $2365.40 penned, representing a decrease of 12 R. & J. Edwards, Fish Creek 633.3kg 312.6 $1979.80 230 head week on week. 7 J.S. Chambers, Woodleigh Vale637.9kg 311.6 $1987.56 The usual buying group was present and operating in a dearer market in places. Quality improved with a limited but better selection of finished bullocks and a smaller proportion of cows. The limited offering of young cattle suited to the trade sold firm. Grown steers and bullocks sold firm, with the top price not quite equal, but a lift in the secondary lots. Demand was firm for manufacturing steers, although quality crossbreds were hard to find. Cows sold from 5c to 15c/kg dearer for most, while heavy bulls improved slightly. Trade steers reached a top of 300c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold from 260c to 294c/kg. Grown steers made from 275c to 312c, with bullocks making from 305c to 315c/ kg. Heavy heifers showing good finish made from 250c to 280c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 245c to 260c, with the crossbred portion making from 244c to 281c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows sold from 140c to 219c/ kg. Most heavy weight cows sold from 185c to 243c, with a top of 249c/kg. Better shaped heavy bulls made from 210c to 255c, with the dairy lots making from 200c to 213c/kg The next sale draw - August September 5: 1. Rodwells, 2. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 3. Landmark, 4. Elders, 5. Alex Scott & Staff, 6. SEJ.

15 P.J. Daly, Archies Creek 658.0kg 310.0 $2039.80 11 E. & A. Deppeler, Yinnar South619.5kg 310.0 $1920.59 6 Brisbank, Jumbunna East 570.0kg 308.0 $1755.60 STEERS

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308.0 $1690.92 509.0kg 305.0 470.0kg 300.0 288.0 $1535.40 284.6 $1444.35 280.0 $1008.00

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1 Hinchcliﬀe Hold. P/L, Glengarry $1159.72 6 Phillip Island Operations, Phillip Is $1246.00 1 S. & R. Costello, Thorpdale 585.0kg 3 L. Hengstberger, Dumbalk North $1439.94 8 S. McQueston, Mordialloc 399.4kg 1 The Firs (Vic) P/L, Korumburra $1017.50 COWS 1 A. & C. Blain, Fish Creek 600.0kg 1 N.D. & J. Buckland, Fish Creek $1310.04 1 K. & R. Battersby, Korumburra615.0kg 1 D.M. & L.S. Minogue, Nerrena680.0kg 1 J.F. & J.P. O’Neill, Korumburra $1436.64 2 K.F. McRae, Dalyston 565.0kg BULLS 1 M. & M. Stephens, Moe 445.0kg 1 A.P. & J.A. Grant, Lance Creek745.0kg 1 K. & R. Battersby, Korumburra615.0kg 1 T. & M. Dwyer, Leongatha 950.0kg 1 J. Carpinteri, Thorpdale 805.0kg 1 Covino Farms, Giﬀard 680.0kg

395.0kg 293.6 445.0kg 280.0 279.6 $1635.66 515.0kg 279.6 276.0 $1102.28 370.0kg 275.0

242.6 $1455.60 540.0kg 242.6 240.0 $1476.00 240.0 $1632.00 615.0kg 233.6 232.0 $1310.80 268.0 254.6 229.6 229.6 225.6 224.6

$1192.60 $1896.77 $1412.04 $2181.20 $1816.08 $1527.28

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Pet retail: Happy Fish Aquarium and Concept store owner Obie Bronte found a perfect combination of her two passions: fish and retail.

Fish keep Obie happy

South Gippsland

FOURTEEN years ago when Obie Bronte moved to Leongatha, she needed to find a job but a prerequisite was that it was something she enjoyed.

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The decision to take up the Happy Fish Aquarium business became obvious for Ms Bronte who at the time already had more than 10 tanks of fish in her home. “When I did my research into the industry I found that 25.3 million fish are kept as pets in Australia with 90 percent be-

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All Staff must demonstrate an active commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school. Mary MacKillop College is a Child-Safe school. For further information please visit our website or contact the Principal’s Personal Assistant, Carly Kitchingman ckitchingman@mmcrc.catholic.edu.au. Applications close 10am, Monday 8 October 2018

Sales Representative The Role Country South Gippsland business projecting new growth opportunities requires an experienced optimistic Sales Representative with excellent communication. Tasks and responsibilities A variety of work activities are required for this role: • Building strong relationships with key accounts • Achieving new business growth • Analysing new opportunities and initiating customer contact to pursue opportunities in person, online and telephone • Assisting customers ensuring their orders are processed in an accurate and professional manner. • Ensuring monthly/quarterly sales targets are consistently achieved • Supporting national and local promotions, proactively communicating with existing and new customers to increase revenue • Reporting on a monthly basis regarding development of key accounts Skills and Experience Working with people is your strength, you will require: • Experience in sales and account management • Highly motivated • Proven capability to achieve set sales targets. • Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. • Exceptional organisational and time management skills. • Current Driver’ s licence • Qualified to work in Australia with clean criminal records check If you wish to enjoy the benefits of a rural lifestyle and community, working for a long standing family business please contact us NOW via email: expressofficechoice@gmail.com with resumé and contact phone number. Applications close 5pm Friday 7th September.

SITUATION VACANT SECURITY DOORS, SCREENS & ROBES INSTALLER Capeview Building Products are a leading manufacturer operating from a large facility in Wonthaggi. We are looking for a fulltime installer of Shower Screens, Security Doors, Sliding Robe Doors and Glass Splash Backs. The successful applicant will have the following attributes/skill set: • Physically ﬁt and well co-ordinated • Practical building awareness • Ability to accurately measure • Strong work ethics • Reliable • Ability to work unsupervised • Exceptional attention to detail • Work in a clean and tidy manner The candidate must have a current and valid manual driver’s licence and Construction Industry Induction Card. Experience preferred but training can be provided for the right applicant. Applications must be in writing and include a cover letter and CV and sent attention to: Peter Sheerin PO Box 115, Wonthaggi 3995 Or Email: peter.sheerin@cv-bp.com.au Closing date Friday 14th September 2018

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ing warm water fish, seven percent cold water and the other three percent were saltwater,” Ms Bronte said. “I knew there was a market for fish as pets and I knew I could run the store well. “I believe in really good service. Most of our customers feel like they are coming to visit a friend, because they feel really comfortable knowing we are very honest on how to keep fish.” Ms Bronte said the best customer service happens with a lot of behind the scenes work and

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CENTRE COORDINATOR Are you a Self-Starter? Are you a people person? Do you have a ﬂair for organisation? Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre is looking for a new Coordinator. If this is you, contact Jacqui Paulson, President Committee of Management at jacqui2411@gmail.com for a Position Description. Applications close Monday 17th September at 12.00pm Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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SALES CONSULTANT Stockdale & Leggo Mirboo North are looking for a part time professional real estate agent to join our sales team! This exciting role is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue or grow their career in the real estate industry. Desired Skills & Experience • Proven experience in Real Estate or Sales • Strong communication skills • Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills • Motivated, pleasant & trustworthy • A current Agents Representative Certiﬁcate TO APPLY please email your expression of interest along with your resume to mirboo@stockdaleleggo. com.au or call 5668 1300 to discuss further. Applications close Friday 14th September. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview.

WILLIAMS, EDWARDS & FINDLAY CERTIFIED PRACTISING ACCOUNTANTS

Electrical Maintenance Technician

BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTANT

Full Time Ongoing

We are a Korumburra based Accounting Practice, servicing a clientele base throughout Victoria and interstate. We currently have a position available for a bookkeeper / accountant. The main responsibilities of this role will be the preparation of Business Activity Statements, Financial Accounts and Tax Returns for a variety of entities. The ideal candidate would possess excellent time management and communication skills, be a quick learner with high attention to detail and be a motivated team player with a view of pursuing a career in the accounting ﬁeld. Although not essential, bookkeeping/accounting experience or studies in a related ﬁeld would be highly regarded. Please send applications to: Donna Wilks Williams, Edwards & Findlay 19 Commercial Street Korumburra 3950 or email to: donnaw@wef.com.au Applications close: 7th September 2018

South Gippsland Water is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and feel valued and supported. • • •

making sure she provided good advice and product knowledge. The success of the aquarium led Ms Bronte to expand, starting a concept store four years ago. “My daughter has been working at the store with me since she was eight years old so it might not look like it, but she has more than 10 years’ experience in retail,” she said. “Running your own business is a lot of paperwork and a lot of work after hours, but I really enjoy retail and helping people in general.”

Are you looking for a diverse and challenging role in a dynamic industry? Do you have experience with Electrical and Instrumentation Controls? Do you hold an A/E Grade Electrical trade Qualiﬁcation along with an Instrumentation and Control Qualiﬁcation? Willing to participate in an after-hours on call roster?

Located in idyllic South Gippsland, with beautiful beaches and National Parks on the doorstep, you will have the best of the South Gippsland and Bass Coast region close by. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit www.sgwater.com.au for a copy of the Position Description and information on how to apply. For enquiries about the role contact Greg Baud on 03 5682 0440. For general employment enquiries contact People and Culture on 03 5682 0471. Applications close 9 am Monday 10th September 2018

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Acute Care Nurses (Division 1) wanted ICU/PICU experience preferred but not essential Wanted for home care in Leongatha area who love the outdoors and having fun! Due to nature of program, females are encouraged to apply. Please contact Patrik 0n 0410 942 230 or email patrik@intensivecareathome.com

Sales Assistant - Casual Busy retailer requires an enthusiastic Sales Assistant with excellent communication. Tasks and responsibilities A variety of work activities are required for this role: • Customer service retail • Supporting store promotions, proactively communicating with customers • Stock processing and in store housekeeping Skills and Experience Working with people is your strength, you will require: • Customer focused positive attitude • Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. • Exceptional organisational and time management skills. • Qualiﬁed to work in Australia with clean criminal records check The position is casual with occasional Saturday work please contact us NOW via email: leonews@tpg.com.au with resumé and contact phone number. Applications close 5pm Friday 7th September.

Town Planner – Wonthaggi Are you a passionate and enthusiastic planning professional, looking for your next challenge? We are currently recruiting for a Town Planner to join our Planning team in our Wonthaggi office. Beveridge Williams is an employee owned multi-disciplinary environment and development consultancy renowned for its expertise in surveying, civil engineering, traffic and transport engineering, town planning, urban design, environmental engineering and landscape architecture. We have 11 offices across Victoria and in Sydney. Responsibilities would include: Management of the planning aspects associated with a variety of land use and development projects. Providing a range of services including advice to clients relating to land use developments; the strategic and statutory approvals process and due diligence assessments; project management of statutory planning permit and rezoning applications. Liaison with our clients, sub-consultants, internal specialists, Council and relevant Authorities; maintaining and growing strong client relationships; working in a team environment providing planning advice, advocacy and assistance; and representing our clients at hearings and consultative forums. At Beveridge Williams we offer: An attractive salary and benefits; supportive, diverse and inclusive work environment; opportunities for professional development and a great work-life balance. What you can bring to Beveridge Williams: Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or equivalent. Minimum of four years relevant experience in town planning with highly developed communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work across multiple projects concurrently and work within multi-disciplinary teams, an appreciation and understanding of all aspects of land use and development, and good working knowledge of the Victorian planning system. Please submit your application to: recruitment@bevwill.com.au by COB Wednesday 12 September 2018, referencing TP-W0818. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Beveridge Williams is an equal opportunity and gender equality employer

JUNIOR & SENIOR POSITIONS Award wages Flexible hours Busy Hotel bigﬁsh@ﬁshcreekhotel. com.au

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CABINET MAKER A local award winning kitchen company is seeking a qualiﬁed cabinet maker or experienced apprentice to join their team. Applicants must be ﬁt, reliable, committed to quality of service and have a strong work ethic. Requirements include long term experience in installation of complex joinery units and working with plans, white/red card, reliable transport and the ability to work unsupervised with great attention to detail. Work hours are Monday-Friday, 7.30am to 4pm. With a monthly RDO. Email resumé and cover letter info@leongathakitchens.com.au by Friday 7th September 2018

Inverloch-Kongwak Primary Schools are seeking an enthusiastic

MUSIC TEACHER to join our schools to provide an engaging and quality music program for our students. Details can be found on DET Recruitment Online or contact the school (5674 1253).

Have an impact. Inner Gippsland Integrated Family Services Worker Full Time, Maximum Term until 30 June 2020 Leongatha • Highly reputable community services provider • Attractive salary packaging beneﬁts About Uniting At Uniting we work together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We’ve been supporting people and families in local communities across Victoria and Tasmania for over 100 years. Today, we provide over 770 programs and services to people of all ages to learn, thrive and enjoy a healthy, happy life. We’re there for children, families, people with disability, older people and those experiencing homelessness, mental illness or drug and alcohol addiction. Uniting values people who are respectful, compassionate, imaginative and bold. We are looking for people who, like us, celebrate diversity and welcome everyone regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. Learn more vt.uniting.org About you We’re looking for motivated people who have a genuine interest in supporting children, youth and their families as well as building better communities. Learn more For more information and a position description contact Carrie Jagusch on 5662 5150 or visit vt.uniting.org Interested? Please submit your written application, including a cover letter addressing the core selection criteria and a current resume, to human.resources@ucgipps.org.au Position closes: Friday 14 September 2018 Employment is subject to satisfactory criminal history and Victorian Working with Children Checks prior to commencement of employment. Uniting is proud to be an inclusive employer and committed to keeping children and young people safe.

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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Latrobe Valley new energy projects We are keen to learn about business projects and ideas that may build local capacity to deliver renewable energy and new energy technology projects in the Baw Baw, Wellington and Latrobe City council areas, and to further build our supply chain networks and services. For details on submission requirements go to: www.lva.vic.gov.au/new-energy-prospectus Submissions must be made by Friday 21 September 2018. VG4427

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Board of Governance Recruitment •

Highly dynamic and forward thinking Board • Support innovation in Mental Health Service Delivery • Contribute to a not-for-profit in your local community

within Australia Inc. (formerly known as SNAP Gippsland Inc.) is a Community Managed Mental Health Service that has been delivering innovative, person centred Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery programs to adults with a serious and persistent Mental Illness their families and carers since 1992. within Australia Inc. are seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced members of the community to become members of our Board of Governance. People with skills and expertise in one or more of the following areas would be highly regarded: • Finance and Accounting • Health sector Tenure is for a three year period. Enquiries welcomed, for further information please contact Kirstie Pearce, Board Secretary on ph. 1300 737 412. Email your expression of interest including resume to: kirstie.pearce@withinaustralia.org.au. For more information about within Australia see: www.withinaustralia.org.au

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meetings KORUMBURRA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION

Tourism Board of Directors Destination Gippsland is seeking expressions of interest for appointment to our voluntary, skills-based Board of Directors. A whole-of-region view and the ability to think strategically and create value for tourism stakeholders are essential. For further information please visit www.destinationgippsland.com.au, and download the Expression of Interest form; or contact our Company Secretary, Helen Rose via email helen@destinationgippsland.com.au; or phone 03-5156 1303. Applications close midday Monday 17th September 2018.

BASS COAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

PERFORMANCE AWARD Applications are invited for the BCCF Performance Award from secondary school students who live in the Bass Coast region, with a demonstrated talent in their performance discipline and who intend to move away next year to pursue tertiary studies (or other training/development activities) in the performing arts. Application forms can be obtained by downloading from www.bccf.org.au Applications must be received by 5pm on Friday, 5 October 2018

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FIREWOOD, redgum & local wood, Ph 0408980-711, A/H 56625175. HAY, small squares, new season’s, shedded, no weeds, $10 each. Can deliver, conditions apply. Mardan 56641320, 0428-999691. MINI FOXY pups, 3 males, vaccinated, microchipped 956000006579591, 956000006445697, 956000006434840, $400 each. Ph: 5664-7202. STANDING grass, suit silage, seeded to Italians Blend, approx 15 acres available, $30 - $35 per bale. Krowera area. Ph: 0409-369152.

livestock BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762. CHICKENS for sale. ISA Brown, Barnevelder, Rhode Island. Mirboo North. 0433-776369. OLD PORT POULTRY FARM Delivering 18 wk old Isa Brown laying hens to your area on Sunday, September 9, $22 each. Ph: 0438832535.

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Library to open 24/7 By Brad Lester FOSTER Library will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, once it undergoes a $92,000 transformation after funding was announced by the State Government last Tuesday, August 28.

Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing announced $69,000 to support the West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation’s $92,000 WANTED old bottles. upgrade of the library. Cash paid. Ph: 0474- The remaining $23,000 will come from the library 525825. corporation ($20,000) and Foster Friends of the marriage celebrant Library ($3000). This project will see 24/7 swipe card access to All areas - 5672 3123 approved patrons – which jenny_milkins@hotmail.com includes item loans via self-checkout and Wi-Fi usage – plus the reloca0437 465 399 tion of the main library johanne4@bigpond.com entrance door to provide direct access from the births street and a new commuLE PAGE (McCarthy) - nal meeting space with Paul and Kate are thrilled kitchenette. ANY OLD farm four wheelers, good or bad, 4WDs or trucks. Will pay cash. Phone Matt 0401194601.

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in memoriam HUMPHREY - Mark. Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts. Love Mum, Dad, Sharee, Jodie, Daniel, Aleisha and Krystal. McLEOD - Tony. 15.2.1961 - 7.9.2008 Our love and thoughts have been with you since our final goodbyes on Father’s Day 10 years ago. You are sadly missed but your memory is forever with us. Love you always. Kez, Brent, Khy and Kaden, Jaim, Zac, Indi and Harper and Kase and Ben. xxx

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deaths HANKS (Hengstberger) - Gertrude. Dearly loved sister-inlaw of Arthur Hanks, Molly and Joe (all dec). Much loved Auntie Gertie to Len and Ethel, Joy and John (dec), Lorna and Kevin (dec), Mavis and Geoff (dec), Alan and Leonie, Gwen and Arthur (dec) and Peter, Sylvia and Keith, George and Kaye and all of their families. Fond memories..

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The outside area will be developed to enable the delivery of outdoor programs, larger story times and author talks. The library size will increase by 200 square metres, doubling its current size and will be the first of its kind to offer 24/7 access and provide multi-use ability to its community. The around the clock access will benefit the many people in Foster who work more than 30 hours a week and are unable to attend a library during the day. Items will also be stored on shelving on wheels to enable them to be moved and make more space for activities indoors. West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation CEO Leanne Williams said, “We are incredibly grateful to have received this grant as it will provide Foster residents with improved access to the library services they value most. “Our vision is to improve and make more equitable our communities’ access to information. By bridging the digital di-

Library growth: from left, West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation CEO Leanne Williams, Victorian Local Government Minister Marlene Kairouz and South Gippsland Shire Councillor Alyson Skinner at the announcement of $69,000 to fund the Foster Library upgrade last Tuesday, August 28. vide with services such as free Wi-Fi and access to literature, libraries ensure that people have a stronger chance at engaging in lifelong learning habits that will make them more capable and employable.” Round the clock access will be given to patrons who apply for a swipe card by completing an application and paying a refundable deposit. This will mean patrons aged over 18 can

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AUGUST rainfall saw all of South Gippsland Water’s reservoirs fully recovered or well on their way to full recovery this winter, with only Ruby Creek not yet at full capacity at 95 percent. South Gippsland Water’s managing director Philippe du Plessis said, “As we enter spring, storages are at satisfactory levels, however the corporation is mindful of forecasts for drier than average summer conditions. “As such, it is good to know that the Lance Creek Water Connection is nearing completion and Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora will have greater levels of water security into the future.” Rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from August 25 to 31 was Lance Creek 12mm, Ruby Creek 5mm, Coalition Creek 5mm, Deep Creek 5mm, Little Bass 12mm and Battery Creek 4mm. Water storage levels are Lane Creek (Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Cape Paterson), 100 percent; Ruby Creek (Leongatha), 95 percent; Coalition Creek (Korumburra), 100 percent; Deep Creek (Foster), 100 percent; Little

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home properties. Loans at Foster grew by two percent in the last ﬁnancial year. Ms Shing said the funding would help the community to better access the library. “In redeveloping Foster’s library, we are also looking forward to encouraging more locals from all generations to get the most out of the services that their local library can provide,” she said.

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complete an induction and risk assessment in order to use their swipe card to gain access during periods where the library is unstaﬀed. Patrons who have access will be able to collect holds, use Wi-Fi, browse the collection and use the self-checkout machine, at times that suit their lifestyle. Wi-Fi usage is up 36 percent at Foster library, perhaps reﬂecting poor internet connectivity at

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Bass (Poowong, Loch, Nyora), 100 percent; and Battery Creek (Fish Creek), 100 percent. Total rainfall for the month of August was Lance Creek 122mm, Ruby Creek 113mm, Coalition Creek 100mm, Deep Creek 87mm, Little Bass 87mm and Battery Creek 155mm. Any customers who have questions or concerns regarding their water supply can contact South Gippsland Water on 1300 851 636.

Generous Mirboo North helps farmers By Sarah Vella MIRBOO North’s Kerry Beaumont and Heather Le Mescam called on their community for donations for the women in drought, after seeing the devastation of its impacts on television. After putting a box at the door of the Mirboo North Newsagency and hoping to ﬁll it, they ended up with 20 boxes of donations in just two weeks. “Thinking that the women would need items for personal use we asked for feminine products, deodorant, wipes, tooth paste and brushes, shampoo and conditioner, moisturisers, body wash, razors and we received about $6000 worth in two weeks,” Ms Le Mescam said. The items were taken north by Mirboo North’s Mark and Amanda Bourke and Rev Jeﬀ Pittaway with a hay run that was delivered to Dunedoo on Saturday, which is about 1080km from of Mirboo North. The Lions club in Dunedoo distributed the items after having them packed into hampers by 100 army personnel who were volunteering on the weekend. A truck of feed and a hamper of goods were delivered to families in need. “Our next collection is for Gippsland Farmer Relief and East Gippsland and will be a canned food drive. All donations can be left at the Mirboo North Newsagency,” Ms Le Mescam said. “What we collect in the next couple of weeks will go with the next hay drive to the east of the state.” “From now on, we will be giving what we collect to Gippsland Farmer Relief.” Ms Le Mescam and Ms Beaumont wanted to thank the Mirboo North community for their generosity. “We put the word out there and have been blown away by the generosity of the local community,” Ms Le Mescam said. “We got 20 boxes of goods in two weeks. We just decided to do it and have been amazed by the response we have received.”

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Stars under lights “The ﬂoodlights project will allow all teams – HARD work driven by the Inverloch including the Mini Roos – to train together on the Stars Soccer Club has resulted in a sucsame night at the same facility.” cessful lighting project. Previously, the soccer club had to hold trainA presentation to celebrate the new lights at Inverloch’s Thompson Reserve was held on Wednesday night. This was a $245,000 project. The State Government contributed $100,000 and Bass Coast Shire Council contributed $70,000. The Stars contributed a phenomenal $75,000. Deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari said this was a highly valued project with strong support. “I have a background in sport. I love watching soccer and it’s great to see soccer growing in Bass Coast,” he said. “We have 450 people in our community involved in soccer, including 125 registered Stars. It’s a popular sport for children and Inverloch is in a good position to bring young players through the ranks.

ings at recreation reserves in Inverloch and Wonthaggi due to the lack of lighting. The floodlights are Australian standard for soccer. Stars’ vice president Andrew Kempster thanked past presidents Pat Gilbert, Gene Parini and Mark Donohue for getting the project off the ground. “I’d also like to thank the members and supporters of our club during the Light up the Stars campaign,” he said. “They did a fantastic job rattling tins, and holding garage sales and social nights to raise money. We were also well supported by our sponsors, Sport and Recreation Victoria, and the Inverloch Cricket Club.” The Stars have had an exciting 2018 season with several teams now looking forward to finals.

Outstanding project: back from left, Mark Donohue, Vaughn Gleeson, Andrew Kempster, Gene Parini, Sports and Recreation Victoria’s Julia Lomas, Labor candidate for Bass Jordan Crugnale, Bass Coast Shire Council’s deputy mayor Cr Brett Tessari, Hamish Gleeson and Rex Parini are proud to see the lighting project at Thompson Reserve come to fruition

Owls keep the lead WONTHAGGI Table Tennis A Reserve team Owls (David Walkley, Siobhan Paxton, Callum Martin) now have a clear four point lead on the ladder. They defeated Sparrows (Braden Andrighetto, Michael Dasler, Karen Deery) six to three last week, but this was no indication of how closely matched the two teams were. Only two of the nine sets were won in three straight games Siobhan went to ﬁve with both Braden and Michael but her excellent placements and consistent returns got her over the line in each set. Thirteen years old Charley Donohue is emerging as a player to be reckoned with after three wins to help her team (Geese) to a six to three victory.

The third match of the night was won by Hawks (Jack Duff, Jackson Baker, Coby Chandler) who defeated Eagles (Jack Donohue, Nancy Pattinson, Neil Duncan) 6-3. Leading players: Siobhan Paxton (undefeated) 6 (18), Jack Donohue 5(15). It was good to see Jack Duff back after being out with an injury since the start of the season. Jack is now in serious training for the Australian Junior Table Tennis Championships in Townsville on September 29 to October 6. A Grade matches were hotly contested with Table Tennis (Trish Denier and Paul Donohue) just sneaking over the line for a three to two match win in the fifth set. They played Golf (Ashley Hewlett and Braden Andrighetto).

Ash and Braden won the all important doubles to bring the score to two sets each. Paul clinched the win with a hard hitting ﬁnal six game win over Ash. Individuals: Justin Licis had two straight wins over Michael Chang and Michael Ede and paired with Murphy Wei to claim the doubles in ﬁve for a three to two match win. B Grade matches continue to be close. Mustangs (Jack Donohue and Blake Stivic) are on top of the ladder with 20 points. Formula One (Callum Martin and Hamish Burns) is one match behind and percentage points ahead of Mercedes (Oscar Conway and Dillen Andrighetto). All of the nine teams have now had at least one win.

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Young Stars: from left, Cooper Davis, Jenson Bremner, Jalen Koster, Liam Koster, Bellamy Murﬁn Barden and Connor Bond were excited to train under lights at Thompson Reserve on THE two top teams in Leongatha badminton Wednesday night.

South Gippsland Bridge Club Results Inverloch – Friday, August 31 – Australia wide pairs: North/South First with yet another outstanding score was Dina Drury and Richard Moss with a stunning 72.57 percent. Second with a very highly skilled 59.72 percent were Deb Anglim and Jack Kuiper. Running a close third was the constantly improving pair of Alan Johnston and John French with 51.39 percent; a pair to watch in future. East/West First with a very handsome 61.90 percent was the always reliable pair of Kaye Douglas and John Sutton.

Close on their heels with an admirable 60.42 percent was the steady pair of Matti Shubb and John Quayle. Third with 48.21 percent were Bron Sund and Clive Hope. Meeniyan – Monday, August 27 – pairs’ event: First with a very strong score of 59.03 percent was the always sound pair of Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt. Second with a very solid 58.33 percent were Sally and Brian Hoskins. Third with 54.17 percent were Kathrine Smith and David Baggallay. Tarwin Lower – Tuesday, August 28 – Nationwide pairs’ event:

First with the superb score of 64.58 percent was the very skilled and talented pair of Frank Arndt and Clive Hope. Both of these players have featured twice in the top level of the scores this week. Second with a very strong score of 57.81 percent were Hannah Martin and Maureen Stiles, a constantly improving pair. Right on their heels with a lovely 57.29 percent were the very steady pair of Julie and Ian Macphee. Members are reminded of the more advanced lessons to be presented by Jack Kuiper this Tuesday at the Angling Club in Inverloch at 1pm. Please check the website for details of play and results.

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis OUR annual meeting was held on Monday, August 27 at the Leongatha Tennis Club. Phillip Island is the host club for the 201819 season and all motions were voted on hoping to help the season run smoothly. Clubs are looking for players. If you are interested, either each week or as a ﬁll-in, please

contact any of the people listed, or someone you know: Camille Morris 0417 181 961, Warren Littlejohn 0408 773 796, Frank Dekker 0487 433 208. Clubs are asked to have teams and contacts to Mary Jepson 0429 495 350 by September 15. Season starts October 6. Wishing all clubs a good season.

proved too strong for their opponents in the semi finals and will meet in the grand final. The Galahs have been superb all year and turned on a brilliant display to emphatically defeat a gallant Emus team. Greg Marshman and Kristen Bentley set the tone of the night winning their first set 21-2 to set the match up for Galahs. Brae Byrne and Jeremy Thompson also had good matches and when Greg and Brae combined

together for a 21-3 win, the match was virtually all over. Well done to Galahs which will be looking for a big win next week. The Emus have had a good season with Richard Burton and James Missen winning a couple of sets for the night. The other semi ﬁnal was closer with the result only decided in the last set, but the Rosellas were too steady, securing a good victory. Neil ‘the Bullfrog’ Jeremiah was the hero of the match winning all his sets and proving to be the rock to which the win was built on. Great support was given to Neil by Jackson Land, Glen Kleeven and Jack Stevenson who will need

to settle his nerves down if the Rosellas are to defeat the dominant Galahs. The Crows who tried hard all night were best served by Ian Cole and Gail Beer, with Gail and Alan McEachern having a particularly good set together. Once again our presentation dinner is on Saturday night, September 8 at the Leongatha RSL, and a top night is assured. Good luck to our two best teams in what should be an exciting grand final. Semi final results: Galahs 4/113 d Emus 2/69. Grand final: Galahs v Rosellas.

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TWAAB hold on to top of the ladder WITH the completion of the ninth round in the Spring A Grade competition on August 28, TWAAB remain on top of the ladder on 16 points, 64 rubbers and 202 games. Plum is right on its heels, 16 – 56 – 188, with Messmate clear third, 10 – 50 – 187, with Tamarisk, 8 – 42 – 157 ﬁrmly in fourth spot. Evergreen, 6 - 48 – 155, Gums, 6 – 45 – 162 and Oaks 6 - 41 - 150 are still in touch of a top four position. Lemons have started a late rush for a ﬁnals berth by defeating Gums 8/26 to 3/17 and Tamarisk 9/28 to 2/11 in their last two starts. Their No 1 gun,

top junior Jack Duff is in great form as he heads off to play in the U13 B team at the National Championships. He defeated of former club champion Michael Chang in a fantastic match that had all other players watching. In the battle between Messmate and TWAAB it was TWAAB that proved the stronger with a 7/4 result. In the other matches, Plum was too steady for Evergreen, winning 6/5, and Gums had a good win over Oaks 7/4. Bryce Holwerda is the leading player on 24 wins, Michael Holwerda has 22, Michael Westaway 13, Case Debondt 21, Michael Chang 20, Michael Westaway 19 and Martin Stone 16. Top match of the fifth round in A Reserve was between Aiden Hol-

werda, Fluffy Unicorns, and Michael Bracecamp, Bouncers, which was a real marathon, going the full five games with Aiden proving to be a bit stronger in the fifth, 11/9, to take the rubber. Aiden Holwerda is the leading player with ten wins, closely followed by Leanne Costello on nine wins, Bob Calder, Bill Haw and Shane Derrick all have seven wins each.

A Reserve ladder After Round 1 - 01.08.18 PJ ................................... 17 59 10 Fluﬀy Unicorns ............... 16 55 8 Blues ................................ 15 50 6 RSL .................................. 11 43 6 Bouncers .......................... 11 45 4 Hopefuls ........................... 11 41 2 The Pies............................ 10 36 2 Supermax ........................... 9 32 2

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SPORT | BOWLS Fish Creek IN order to welcome home all members already returned from holiday, the club will be having monthly casserole evening on Friday, September 7. It will be great to see you all, and to catch up on all your adventures. Joe and Judy Lavada will be your hosts. On Saturday, September 15, the club will be celebrating Jack Charlton’s 90th birthday with an afternoon tea at the club rooms. All those who would like to pass on their wishes to Jack are welcome to join us for the celebration to be held from 2 pm to 4pm in the club rooms. With pennant season looming, the club will be holding two practice matches for the weekend players in September; against Toora at Toora on September 16 starting 1pm and against Foster at Fish Creek September 30 starting also 1pm. The committee will be holding a meeting at the clubrooms on September 18 at 7pm. All committee members are urged to attend. Summer Turkey Triples program will start on the September 27 and last but by no means least, there will be a working bee on Monday, September 24, starting at 9.30pm. This will include cleaning up the green

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and surrounds for the new season. Hope to see you all there. For midweek pennant players, practice will take place on September 25 against Inverloch at Inverloch. This will take the form of a pennant game starting 9.30am for 10am. For the uninformed, weekend and midweek pennant start on October 13 and 16.

Buffalo indoor Friday, August 29 AT Buffalo this week there were 12 bowlers so four teams of three and three games and eight ends were played using six bowls. In game one Joe Occhipinti, Joy Dyson and Danah Suckling bowled steadily and beat Toni Heldens, Peter Tiziani and Mary Tumino 8-3. On mat two Charlie Tumino, Gary Stirling and Joyce Occhipinti beat Bill Wolswinkel, Carolyn Benson and Stephen Suckling 10-6 after scoring five on the seventh end. Joe, Joy and Danah continued to bowl well in the second game and easily beat Bill’s team 9-4. A closer game resulted on the other mat with Toni, Peter and Mary having their first win by beating Charlie, Gary and Joyce 8-5. There were two

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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drawn games in the third game. Joe, Joy and Danah, and Charlie, Gary and Joyce ﬁnished 8-all as well as Toni, Peter and Mary, and Bill, Carolyn and Stephen also 8-all. The night’s winners were Joe, Joy and Danah (WWD 14 ends, next Charlie, Gary and Joyce (WLD) 12 ends, third Toni, Peter and Mary (LWD) 11 ends, and fourth Bill, Carolyn and Stephen (LLD) 11 ends. At supper time Bill read a letter from Peter Mac in appreciation for 20 years of fundraising for cancer research. Next week is an opportunity to catch up with bowlers at the Mardan tournament. Social bowls Wednesday 7.30pm at the Buﬀalo hall. All welcome.

Mardan THERE were enough players this week for two games of 10 ends. There was a draw at the end of the ﬁrst game on one mat so a toss of a coin decided the team moving to the new mat. Bowlers welcomed back from up north Margaret and Robert Campbell. The winning team was made up of Robert Campbell playing lead whilst president Denyes Menzies played second and Ian Hasty did the skippers job. This team achieved two wins. Margaret Campbell was lead, Jeanette Grady played second and Cilﬀ Smith skipped the runners up team with a win and a loss. That’s all for this week, RG.

Inverloch FINE weather was at vogue in Inverloch on Wednesday, August 19, where 36 bowlers attended the club to contest the final 2018 winter season social bowls event. Ten teams played two games each of 12 ends. The first game produced five winning teams, three of whom recorded good wins. The second game, which was affected by an increasing breeze from the south, saw three of the five first game winning teams record a loss. This left two teams with two wins (separated by only one point) and only three teams without a win on the day. The runners up, with two wins and 33 points were the team of Bob Davis (skip), Jack Miller, Brian Humphris and Allan Johnstone. The winning team, again with two wins, but with 34 points from their two games, comprised Keith Cousens (skip), Pam Sutcliffe and Steve Snelling. The lucky draw winners were Jim Haydon, Terry Orford, Edith Perrett, Brian Humphris, Bruce Corrigan, Gary Scott and Brian Hensley. The next mixed mufti social bowls is scheduled for Thursday, September 6. The Thursday social bowls booking sheet is available at the clubhouse. Names should be in by 11:30am on the day with bowling starting at 12:30pm sharp; attendees should be at the club no later than 12:15pm on the

day of play. The summer season is here and the club held its 2018-2019 open day on Saturday, September 1, where 53 bowlers and many supporters attended. As is the custom, the first roll of the kitty for the season was handled, in the absence of Ladies Singles Champion Janis Parks, by Carol Hughes, Ladies Singles Champion runner up. The first bowl was delivered in great style by Frank Seaton, the Men’s Singles Club Champion. The day continued with a single game of fours bowls played over 12 ends. The scorecards reflected the difficult conditions with the seven winners being separated by only two points. The runners up, with 18 points and a margin of four shots were Ron Burge (skip), John Turner, Terry Orford and Chris Nevill. The winners, also with 18 points but with a six shot margin were Gary Hardy (skip), Val Davis, Brian Humphris and Reg Varty. In the club rooms following the game, Bowls Victoria representative Marj Pearson presented several of the club members with their Super Vets badges. The worthy recipients were Jack Miller, Elaine Miller, Ivy Sheppard, Trevor Steer, Mike Applin and Ron (Pud) Kee. A hearty afternoon tea was enjoyed by all at the club. A reminder that Travelling Jack will be at the clubrooms on Thursday, September 13, from 11am to help you with

Well done: the winners of the Wednesday mixed mufti social bowls were Steve Snelling, Pam Sutcliﬀe and Keith Cousens. any bowling needs. With $760 up for grabs with the winning team receiving $400; $200 to the runner up team and each best game receiving $60 per team, entries for the RACV Inverloch Resort mixed fours tournament at the Inverloch Bowling Club is ﬁlling fast. Be sure to register your team as soon as possible. The tournament has now been scheduled for Sunday, September 30, with play starting at 10am. Cost remains at $10 per player and players are requested to BYO lunch. As this is not a mufti event, your club uniform is to be worn. Entries close on September 10. The entry sheet is available on the competition board at the bowling club rooms. A reminder that the schedules for the men’s pennant practice matches prior to the forthcoming season, have been posted at the club for registration of attendees. The scheduled matches are as follows; Sep-

tember 8 – The Battle of Hastings at Hastings, followed by Lilydale at home on September 15 and then on October 6, the annual Bunurong Shield will be contested against Wonthaggi to be played at Wonthaggi. Watch this column for additional information as it comes to hand. Pennant players should note that the new pennant shirt is required for all forthcoming pennant matches and they can be purchased on Thursday next (September 6th) from 11:30am at the clubrooms at a cost of $25 for the ﬁrst shirt and then $50 for each shirt thereafter. There has been a change to the scheduled practice matches for the mid-week pennant. Tuesday, September 25, is against Leongatha Bowling Club to be played at Leongatha. The second practice match was to be played against Foster Bowling Club; it will now be played against the Corinella Bowling Club on Tuesday, October 9, at Corinella. The pennant practice

registration sheets have been posted in the club rooms. The 2018-2019 Men’s and Ladies Club Championship entry forms are available at the club rooms for nomination into the various tournaments. Entry forms for the state sanctioned Over Sixties Men’s and Ladies Singles tournament are now available at the club. Entries close September 19, for the men and September 26, for the ladies. Please note that there are no entry fees applicable to these events. Friday, September 14, is the next scheduled meals night so don’t forget to record your names on the registration board. The regular features will be there like Jack’s mailbag. The largest spinning wheel in town will also be in action on the night. A members’ draw (a jackpot) will be on Friday, September 7. You need to be in attendance to claim the jackpot.

South Gippsland Midweek Bowls Group THURSDAY midweek bowls was played at Tarwin Lower with 21 bowlers. Winners were Dennis Talbot (s), Lois Hammond and Betty Cowan. Runners up were Lindsey Russell (s), Sean McWilliams and Wilma Coleman. The best one game winners were Charlie Wright(s), Rob Jeﬀery and Elaine Williams. It was a good day of bowling on Thursday; the weather was kind. Sadly, some of the midweek bowlers had to pull out because of dreaded winter ailments. Thank you to Pauline H. for the lovely soup, Peter in the bar and Wilma C. for the beautiful array of homemade cakes scones and tarts. Next week, bowlers will play at Corinella; hope to see you there. For enquiries, call Peter on 5678 5974.

Honoured: club president Ron Burge and Bowls Victoria representative Marj Pearson awarded Ron (Pud) Kee, Mike Applin, Trevor Steer, Ivy Sheppard, Elaine Miller and Jack Miller with their Super Vet badges at the Inverloch Bowls Club.

Wonthaggi LAST Wednesday, players were on the greens in the mid week game of triples, playing two games of 10 ends. The winners were Ray Hin (skip), Lyn Tagell and Kevin Olver. Once again, the Saturday games were cancelled due to the rainfall experienced on Friday night and Saturday. This week, bowlers have several dates to note for the players and members.

On Wednesday in Wonthaggi, a day of Turkey triples will be played starting at 9:30am. Thursday is open day for the ladies mid week games; uniforms to be worn and start at 9:30am, names on list no later than 9am. On Saturday, September 8, the Open Day for the bowling season will be held. On this day, members are asked to bring a small plate to share for afternoon tea and wear uniforms please. This day will start at 1pm, so names in by 12pm. Good bowling Great eﬀort: Wonthaggi’s winning team on Wednesday was Kevin Olver, Lyn Tagell and Ray Hin (skip). everyone.

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thestar.com.au Mirboo North Wednesday results Competition: Par. Date: August 28. Day winner: Nicole Allan -1. NTP: sixth Nicole Allan. DTLs: Rhonda Evans -3.

Thursday results Competition: Stableford. Date: August 30. Day winner: Garry Shandley (14) 39. B Grade: Doug Taylor (20) 36. NTP: fourth Tony Tomada. DTLs: Stewart Evans (20) 36, Jeﬀ Hughes (17) 35 and Ray Thompson (23) 35.

Saturday results Competition: Stroke (Monthly Medal). Date: September 1. Medal winner: Joe Kus (20) 66. Low Gross Score: Jake Smith (0) 72. A Grade winner: Garry Shandley (14) 67. DTLs: Mal Payne (10) 70, Jeff Hughes (17) 72, Tom Traill (12) 72 and Jake Smith (0) 72. Second shot NTP first hole: Tom Traill. NTP: 4th Tom Whitelaw, 6th Nigel Bracecamp, 13th Simon Duff, 16th Joe Smeriglio. Star Medal Winner: Garry Shandley.

Woorayl THE showers threatened the smaller crowd that assembled to play the Stableford event at Woorayl Gold Club on Saturday, sponsored by John and Ash Hickey. The club thanked both members for their generous support. The winners who managed the conditions the best, were in A Grade; with 35 points Tim Burgess, B Grade his father Peter Burgess with 34 points and the score of the day going to the very in form Kevin (Reg) Riseley with 38 points. Kev is in super form leading into the Yarrawonga Golf Trip next month. Balls down the line went to Ash Turner, Craig Hall and Geoff McKinnon with 33 points and Brian Wilson 32 points. Nearest the pins were stellar shots both to within three feet. Congratulations Tim Burgess and Ash Turner. The raffle was won by the Arie Syndicate and the final ball for the day was won by captain Slug Young. Next week’s event is a two man Ambrose, so grab a partner and join in; hope to see you on Saturday.

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Congratulations: captain’s day winners Sue Bowler, Loris Clark, Toni West with women’s captain Trish Owen at the Leongatha Golf Club.

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WEDNESDAY was captain’s day. COURSE conditions are changing from week to Thanks go to hardworking captain Trish Owen, week at the moment with the weather. who generously sponsored the day’s event and the

Jenny Riseley: was the Stableford winner at Woorayl Golf Club. her liking sinking some great putts which assisted in her carding the best THE promise of a clear score of 35 points (26) to sky and a drying course win the day. Elsie McBride (32) saw a wonderful gathand Sharyn Rayson (13) ering of 12 ladies arrive also enjoyed the condifor play in the Stabl- tions and received a ball eford event on Wednes- down the line for their day, August 29. score of 32 points. The weather did not NTP: eighth Sue disappoint as it was a Wakeﬁeld, 11th Elly Berwonderful day out on the ryman and 17th Elsie course. McBride. Jenny Riseley found This week: Stroke the roll of the green to Monthly Medal.

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Wednesday winners: the A Grade winner was Catherine Bolding and the B Grade winner was Maree Anderson at the Wonthaggi Golf Club. putting on the day was a strong suit. Special note of Irene WHAT a great turn out Walsh’s adventure on for Wednesday golf; the fifth; good drive, still, calm, clear, were hooked second shot into the heap of pine rubbish all good descriptors of left, found ball free drop, the great conditions on third shot hit branch and the day. ball flew back over head, The rolling start was fourth shot, deflected efficient, and a welcome again by tree branch, fifth back to many players shot to top of hill, sixth who have been enjoy- shot in the hole, never on ing the northern parts of the putting green at any Australia. There were stage. enough numbers to make NTP was Jan Beautwo grades. mont and 17th Geraldine The A Grade win- Prentice. ner, still enjoying the BDL went to Marg crest of great form, was Johnson 30, Irene Walsh Catherine Bolding (22) 29, Patsy Britt 29, Geral31 points and a birdie on dine Prentice 27, Heaththe 13th for four points er Wintle 27 and Leonie helped her to her win. Bentick 27. The best score on the Next week is Par, day was our B Grade again a rolling start, winner Maree Anderson please be ready to hit off (28) for 35 points whose at 9am.

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Golfers did manage a full competition week last week, which is the first for a while. Well done to Margaret Blake winning the ladies’ Medal, her first since 2015. Shane Corrie is the in form player at the moment though, winning his second medal in three months. Spring is here now and golfers look forward to warmer conditions for golf. Tuesday, August 28: Stableford. Winner: Mark Hales (21) 37 points (guest from Mirboo North). Wednesday, August 29: Stroke Medal. B and Medal: Margaret Blake (29) 75. A Grade: Kaylene Morris (27) 73. NTP: 6th M. Blake and 17th K. Morris. SCR: A: B. Warren 93. B: M. Blake 102. DTL: J. Best 79 and A. McKenzie 81 c/b. Putting: V. Gow 30 c/b. Thursday, August 30: Stableford. Winner: Kevin Flett (9) 39 points. NTP: 4th and 17th P. Dight. DTL: N. Cooper (13) 38 and J. Stone (24) 36. Friday, August 31: Chook Run (nine holes). Winner: Geoff Nott 16 points c/b. DTL: L. McKenzie 16 and R. McCallion 16. Saturday, September 1: Stroke – Medal (Pat McKay Trophy). A Grade: Phil Schofield (18) 74. B and Medal: Shane Corrie (26) 69. Scr: Stu Canning 89. NTP: 4th R. McCallion, 6th S. Canning, 13th B. Knee and 17th: S. Corrie. DTL: R. McCallion (16) 76 and S. Canning (11) 78 c/b. Putting: S. Canning 28. Nine hole: S. Corrie 21 points. Two Twos: S. Corrie.

Star golfers: Chris Rickard won A Grade and the Monthly Medal and Kath Welsh was the winner in B Grade at Korumburra last week.

Korumburra ladies THE golfers appreciated the fine day for golf last Wednesday. Although the slight, cool breeze reminded them they were still in winter, the sun shine provided a hint of spring. The August Monthly Medal had been rescheduled twice due to inclement weather and was finally played last week. Chris Rickard had a good round to win A Grade (026) and the Monthly Medal, with 94(20)74. Close behind was Merrissa Cosson, 96(20)76, who was runner up, on a countback from Moira Rogers, 97(21)76. Kath Welsh was the winner in B Grade with 108(28)76 and also closest to the pin on the first green. Lorraine Knox was runner up with 122(42)80. Balls Down the Line went to Moira Rogers, 76 net, Barb Walker, 78 net and Lyn McIvor and Lee Clements, both with 79 net. Lee was the Scratch score winner with 88. Next Wednesday will be the September Monthly Medal with a Stroke event and the stall will once again be running.

raﬄe. Forty two played an Ambrose threes event on the shorter Pink course, in perfect conditions for golf. Two mother/daughter combinations rose to the occasion being members of the top two teams. Congratulations to all the teams. The event was won by Toni West, Loris Clark and Sue Bowler with an excellent score of 60 2/3 net. Runners up were Danita Hall, Bec Thomas and Wendy Brown also had a very good score of 63 1/3. Down the line ball winners went to Wendy Jepsen, Marea Maher and Maryanne Gartner 64 net, Wendy Parker Chris Lay and Karen Bear 66, Melina

Willder, Sue Wylie and Maxine Eabry 67 1/3, and Marg Griffiths, Lianne Adamson and Alison Strong also with 67 1/3. Toni West was the sharpest shooter winning both nearest the pin prizes; nearest the pin 14th hole 3.66m and nearest the pin 16th hole 3.51m. Nine Hole Competition: There was a small field of six who played stableford on the back nine of the Pink course. Karen Murchie was a clear winner with 19 points. Congratulations on another very good round. The only down the line ball was awarded to Gwen Chapman with 15 points. Saturday women’s golf was abandoned. Play was halted mid-morning as a storm front passed through and the small women’s field chose not to continue when play resumed.

Leongatha ON Tuesday, August 28, a two person Ambrose event was held with outgoing captain Andy Bassett fielding a team against incoming captain Colin Bear. The new captain’s team just snuck in for a tight win with an average net score of 70.6 against Andy’s team’s average score of 71.1. The best score of the day was net 66.25 by the pairing of John Cadd and Peter Buttinger, with Bert Borg and Frank Thomas running second on a countback with a net 65.5. Balls were awarded to all members of the winning team. Trevor Seebeck, Les Newton, Colin Bear, Kevin Castwood, Andrew Westaway, Rod Hopcraft, Norm Hughes, Rod Brown, Doug Clemann, Ken Smirk, Warren Dummett, David Child, John Payne, Bruce Hutton, Patrick Bowd, Bryan McCorkell, Ray Barbour, Joe Lowell, Geoff Maher, Keith Godridge, Will Norden, Ted Bruinewoud, Hans Hoefler, Jon Smith, Henry Sedelies and Peter Hobson. On Thursday, August 30, 63 golfers contested a Stableford event with Trevor Moss taking the honours of Best Score and C Grade winner with a great score of 40 points. A Grade was taken out by Doug Clemann with 36 points in a countback and Geoff Maher won B Grade with 35 points also by countback. Balls were won by Brian Wall, Peter Walsh, Gary Peeters, Chris Leaver, Peter Buttinger, Anthony Sparkes, Bruce Cathie, Tyler Marotti, Jon Smith, Nicholas Perrin, Andrew Smith, Peter Hartigan, Nathan Wardle, Kevin Castwood, Neil Mackenzie and Brian Fennessy. Chris Leaver really had the irons working well to be within a metre on both the 14th and 16th holes and take the NTP award on both. Thursday, September 3, is the first of three rounds for the Thursday Championship, with the two best of three rounds to count. Saturday’s Medal Day was marred by rain for the am players with delays and some players not completing their rounds. However, the skies cleared later in the day and Darrell Prior did extremely well with an 81 off the stick and a nett 70 to win the Medal and A Grade.

Close one: outgoing captain Andy Bassett congratulated incoming captain Colin Bear on his team’s win in Tuesday’s Two Person Ambrose event at Leongatha Golf Club.

Thursday winners: Trevor Moss, Geoﬀ Maher and Doug Clemann shared a win at the Leongatha Golf Club. B Grade was taken out by Nick Shaw with net 71.

Balls were awarded to Anthony Sparkes, Rod Hopcraft, Phil Douglass, Andrew Smith, Nathan Wardle, Geoff McDonald, Nicholas Hill, John Wheatley, Warren Stewart, Frank Gill, Bryan Roylance, Jon Smith, Colin Moyle, Ian Debenham, Andrew Henley, Daniel Yeap, Doug Clemann and Craig THERE were 36 players on Saturday, September Hams. Rod Hopcraft was NTP on the 16th hole. 1 for a stableford competition, with trophies supSaturday was also the second last round to decide plied by the Moulten family. the prestigious Owen McMicking Plate for the best A Grade: (14 hcp) G. Jones 36 pts, S. Sartori 35, performed player on Medal Day between March and R. Spokes 35, P. Hornibrook 34. October, with the best five rounds of eight to count. B Grade: (18 hcp) R. Gallagher 39, K. Cosson With seven of the eight rounds completed David 38, G. Wilson 35, W. Davidson 34, C. McConnel 34, Forbes leads the way with net 361, just ahead of Rod R. Newton 33. Hopcraft on 364 net. Both have a big chance of imNearest the pin: 1st K. Cossen, 7th G. Wilson, proving their best five rounds next month and if Ted 10th M. Wrigley, 13th D. Enbom. Rudge can produce a good round he will come into Tuesday’s winner was R. Spokes 41 pts and contention, as he has completed only four rounds for Thursday’s winner R. Rees 32 pts on countback. net 289.

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• Netball Grand Finals

Thrilling grand finals in Leongatha

LEONGATHA and District Netball Association hosted the 2018 grand ﬁnals with some closely fought battles that were still in the balance with minutes to go.

and local football/netball clubs competed knowing they had worked hard to achieve a spot in the final. The early games were rain affected before the day cleared, giving players an opportunity to focus on skill and the contest. Teams from the association The final scores were not in-

dicative of the spirited contest and sportsmanship shown on court and when sharing celebration or disappointment. Congratulations to all participants; players, umpires, supporters, and the volunteers who support Leongatha and District Netball Association.

Awesome season: the All Abilities season ﬁnal was in action this weekend with, back from left, Maddie, Marni (assistant coach), Amber, Damien, Emily, Lauren, Chloe (umpire trainee), Amy, Corrin, front from left, Jade (umpire trainee) Ava, Mitch (coach), Mycalie, Broadie, Victoria and Mairead.

U15 premiers: Mt Eccles Blue 24 defeated St Laurence 21. Pictured from left are Hamish Box, Jasmine Finlay, Tayla Stefani, Kyra McGrath, Bree-Anna Roy, Emma Anderson and Jessica Harry (best on court).

Open premiers: Town Black 36 defeated MDU 22. Back from left, MDU’s Jodie Arnup, Nicole Salmon, Kate Dean, Heidi Johnston and Grace Thornson, Town Black’s Chloe Ireland, front from left, MDU’s Louise Bruce, Kim Gowers, Ainsley Moon, and Kaye Tumino, Town Black’s Emma Smith, Claire Akers, Lorri McKenzie, Jemma Cornell (best on court), Andrea Pearce and Kerri Palmer.

U17/C Grade premiers: Mirboo North 38 defeated Meeniyan 32. Back from left, Meeniyan’s Sarah Vella, Erika Pocklington, and Taylor Mitchell-Eady, Mirboo North’s Ashleigh Poland, Mitchell Worsfold and Lilly Worsfold, front from left, Meeniyan’s Jemma Caithness, Nena Caithness, Chloe Caithness, Brigid Johnson, and Fleur Timmins, and Mirboo North’s Sky Keach, Zara Gardner, Sam Cleric, Anita Gourlay, Sarah Lawson and Abbey McColl (best on court).

U13 winners: in Section 2, the Parrots 18 defeated Korumburra-Bena 14. Back from left, team manager Nyree, Alicia McGrath, MacKenna Anderson, Sage Deenen, India Curtis, U13 premiers: in Section 1, Mt Eccles Silver 29 defeated Mirboo North 20. Pictured from Sienna Goldsmith, Ashlyn Matheson (best on court), Lisa Kuhne (coach), front from left, left are Georgia Challis, Emily Boucher, Sophie Carruthers, Lavinia Mandemaker, Ava Lara Gill, Ruby Kuhne and Sophie Kruetzberger. Brown, Sienna Lane, Allison Tuckett and Kasey Wilson.

Mid Gippsland preliminary final

West Gippsland netball Semi final results

Semi final results

A Grade: Dalyston 32 d Phillip Island 31, Korumburra Bena 44 d Koo Wee Rup 32. B Grade: Koo Wee Rup 34 d, Dalyston 28, Bunyip 44 d Cora Lynn 35. C Grade: Inverloch Kongwak 31 d Phillip Island 18, Bunyip 36 d Korumburra Bena 23. 17 & Under: Bunyip 41 d Korumburra Bena 26, Dalyston 42 d Phillip Island 37. 15 & Under: Korumburra Bena 21 d Phillip Island 20, Cora Lynn 13 d Inverloch Kongwak 10. 13 & Under: Cora Lynn 23 d Inverloch Kongwak 18, Phillip Island 27 d Koo Wee Rup 20.

A Grade: Traralgon 57 d Moe 36, Drouin 33 d Warragul 31. B Grade: Moe 46 d Morwell 30, Warragul 47 d Wonthaggi 42. C Grade: Traralgon 37 d Drouin 28, Wonthaggi Power 34 d Moe 33. Under 17: Traralgon 56 d Maffra 44, Morwell 43 d Moe 32. Under 15: Bairnsdale 35 d Drouin 28, Maffra 37 d Moe 35. Under 13: Leongatha 23 d Wonthaggi Power 21, Maffra 41 d Traralgon 30.

A Grade: Newborough 43 defeated Trafalgar 39 B Grade: Trafalgar 58 defeated Mirboo North 38 C Grade: Yinnar 36 defeated Newborough 28 D Grade: Morwell East 29 defeated Trafalgar 17 U17s: Trafalgar 43 defeated Yinnar 21 U15s: Newborough 29 defeated Mirboo North 15

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Alberton grand final wrap up U13 Foster v MDU

THIS was a greatly anticipated game between these two young teams. MDU began a little nervously, unusually dropping easy passes. Foster seemed to get the ball into its circle more cleanly. However, during the first quarter, goals went with centre passes. A goal scored by Foster from a penalty after the whistle saw Foster lead by a narrow one goal at quarter time. As the game continued, the young players not only had to contend with some fierce, aggressive opposition but with the unkind weather conditions. Foster continued to work the ball down the court cleanly. MDU worked the ball patiently into its shooting circle but tight defence from Foster, created a crowded circle and the MDU goalers struggled to find space. At the end of the third quarter, Foster had taken a four goal lead. MDU had not given up and came back strongly during the fourth quarter. The ball was very heavy and wet by this stage. Foster steadied and scored another goal to win by two; 15 to 13. It was a fabulous game of netball from all players on court. Best on court (awarded by umpires): Meg Rathjen, Foster.

U15 Foster v MDU The game started evenly; both teams shooting well in the circle. Scores were even at quarter time, a low scoring aﬀair; four all. The game seesawed for the ﬁrst half, the ball moving up and down the court in what became a very scrappy game in the wet conditions as players tried desperately to win the ball. Easy passes were dropped, players slipped, goals were missed and scores were even again. During the second half, Foster started to take control. The Foster goalers increased their shooting percentage; the MDU goal shooter created space by holding strong. MDU tried desperately during the last quarter to reduce the margin but Foster’s strong drives to the ball and short sharp passes through the centre proved too much for MDU in the end, Foster winning 26 to 16. Best on court: Belle Grabham Andrews, MDU.

The fourth quarter bought a change to the game. Foster began to ﬁnd it hard to get the ball into its shooting circle. MDU seemed to ﬁnd more space all over the court. Forced long shots for goal by Foster resulted in vitally needed goals being missed then rebounded strongly by the MDU defence. MDU appeared to handle the wet conditions better than its Foster opponents who seemed to be nervous running in the slippery conditions. It was a strong win to MDU in the end 35 to 23. Best on court: Kasey Thorson, MDU.

C Grade Fish Creek v MDU MDU got out to an early three goal lead. Fish Creek got back into the game, but could not seem to reduce this margin throughout the four quarters of the game. The ball went up and back, in what was a scrappy game early on. Quick passes in the Fish Creek circle got the ball to the goal shooter. Not to be outdone, the MDU goal shooter worked hard to get in a similar position under the goal ring. MDU worked the ball strongly through the centre third. The Fish Creek defenders rebounded strongly in the MDU circle. Short sharp passes were required. Rushed passes were dropped or went out of court in the wet conditions. Both teams were anxious for the win; the premiership cup clearly in their sights. In the last quarter, MDU eﬀectively used long passes into goal circle. Tensions were high with lots of ‘body on body’ defence occurring all over the court. MDU came out the victors at the end of the highly emotional and feisty game, 34 to 29. Best on court: Lauren Wightman, MDU.

B Grade Toora v Fish Creek A strong start from Toora saw it take a six to one lead. Fish Creek appeared nervous. It tried hard to get the ball through

the centre third but the strong ‘hands over the ball’ defence from Toora made it difficult. Toora was up 10 to four at quarter time. A different Fish Creek team seemed to take the court during the second quarter. Fish Creek started to open up the centre third, moving the ball more cleanly and strongly down the court. The goalers accuracy improved and the defenders played tighter. Desperate play from both teams in the second half of the game saw the emotions and intensity of the game increase. At the final change, desperate netball from both teams forced silly errors. Held balls were called both up the court and in the goal circle. Fish Creek managed to level the scores as players fought for everything. A nervous missed attempt at goal by Fish Creek resulted in a turnover and goal to Toora. Toora’s centre pass resulted in a goal. Toora had the edge, which it extended by another two goals, winning the game 36 to 32. Best on court: Belinda Crawford, Toora.

A Grade premiers: Foster held strong and defeated Fish Creek 35 to 29 in the ﬁnal clash. Pictured back from left, Nicole McKenzie, Brittney McKenzie, Tarryn McKenzie, Brylee Angwin, Kelsey Angwin, Jayde McGlead, Jeanette Brown, front from left, Keighley Starrett, Yasmin Duursma and Tyla Angwin.

A Grade Fish Creek v Foster This game had everything. It was body on body defence all over the court. The lead changed many times. No ball was thrown or received easily. All 14 players on court wanted to win. Foster began the last quarter one goal up. Both teams ﬁred up. The game became even more physical. The Fish Creek goalers became frustrated. The physical nature of the game continued. In the end, Foster managed a 35 goal to 29 goal win. Congratulations to the Foster girls who came from third to win the premiership. Best on court: Keighley Starrett, Foster.

B Grade premiers: Toora defeated Fish Creek 36 to 32. Pictured from left are Taneka Roffey, Carla Jenkins, Shannon Leggett, Brydie Foat, Belinda Crawford, Rachel Wiggins, Sarah Stone, Jade Storr, Kelly Garland and Emily Grylls.

U17 MDU v Foster The game was even for three quarters, the lead changing three times. Both goal attacks were shooting well, their accuracy above 90 percent. Centre passes were broken and immediately broken back. High, wide passes were intercepted brilliantly by both teams. The MDU coach asked for more ‘body on body defence, particularly in the circle.

Well played: Foster’s Meg Rathjen was named best on court in the U13 grand ﬁnal against MDU. She is pictured with coach Sandy Prain.

Stella skills: MDU U17 captain Kasey Thorson was also named best on court for the match. She is pictured with coach Wade Aitken.

C Grade premiers: MDU defeated Fish Creek 34 to 29. Pictured back from left, Paige Matthews, Eryn Elger, Danielle Mackie, Jacinta Tipping, coach Natalie Rayson, best on court Lauren Wightman, Melissa Harrison, coach Wendy McEachern, Taz Boden, team manager Abby Forrester, team manager Rachel Priestley, front from left, Belle Grabham Andrews and Brooke Jones.

Winning form: Foster’s U15 team came out on top against MDU, back from left assistant Got it: MDU broke through for a win in the 17 and Under ﬁnal against Foster, back from left coach Keighley Starrett, Amber Zuidema, Matilda Gee, Isabelle Callcott, Yasmin Suursma, team manager Kate Laﬀerty, Maddi Cruickshank, Holly Hanily, Holly McEachern, Kasey Brooklyn Lay, Tayla Hams, Phoebe Gair, Amber Van Dyke, Ebony Van Dyke and coach Thorson, Julia Cocksedge, Elly Jones and coach Wade Aitken. Front from left, Eryn Elger, Nics McKenzie. Front form left, captains Ayja Starrett and Tyla Angwin. Jessica Geary, Irene Thorson and Ella Harris.

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• Leongatha Vs Warragul

Knights take on Warragul in final season match Women’s

kept pace on the wing despite the stilted ing to get the ball without traction the

FATHER’S Day saw the Lady pitch, with the constant support of Jordan ball eventually making it into the goal. With the goal going in and the ball Knights head into the hills to take Rintoule. A five to one victory sends the Knights going back to half, the Knights had a secon Warragul in the last season happily into finals. ond to stop and think. game. Seniors Carrying injuries and faced with a boggy pitch and dodgy weather, Leongatha started the game weak. The ball moved slowly on the muddy pitch limiting the strong distance passing from Leongatha’s defence. With key experienced defence player Kim Kirkus pulling a muscle early in the game Leongatha’s defence was forced to rally. Izzie Kennedy, Paige Biggs and Julie Cato kept their defensive line strong, with any break throughs chased down with epic speed by the undefeated Tori Martin as sweeper. A persistent run from the forward line saw Bree Endres score the first goal and second not long after. Annemieke Enter earned her moniker as the “smiling assassin” once more, proving invaluable in the midfield and slotting in the third goal of the match. A tidy chip from Warragul saw it enter on the score sheet and a half time score three to one Leongatha’s way. The second half saw a marked improvement in Leongatha’s passing play. Kathy Zacharopoulos slipped in some wonderful goals cementing her fourth season golden boot award for the league. Brielle Cox and Xanthe Bruning

With the final Senior game of the season falling on Father’s Day, Leongatha Knights had a trip over to Warragul with nine players. The Reserves stepped up to fill the team; Chris Gale, Nicholas Bongers and Dylan Van Puyenbroek took on the challenge. Warragul took a shot first five minutes. The back line consisted of Nicholas, Charlie Dougherty, Tom Rycks and Dylan, who knew it was going to be a long day. Fergus Warren, Pj O’Meara, Blake Moscript and John Stephen, playing mid field and attack, did an amazing job to fall back while pushing forward. With shots from Fergus being stopped from Shem in goals, it was hard to get a goal on both sides. Dylan and Nicolas took turns running up the line to support the attackers. Blake crossed the ball in and got onto Dylan’s boot. The shot was deflected off a defender and missed. It wasn’t until the second half when Warragul got the first goal from a clearing ball. It was crossed in and with Chris try-

With a play down through the middle of the ground, that was received by Blake and put onto PJ’s boots, PJ was able to play a through ball to John. John took a shot and the keeper fumbled. John then got a second chance and was able to finish it off. With hardly any time left, a slide tackle from Fergus in the box that saved the goal, was then called as a penalty, it was up to Chris to save the penalty. With a shot into the left bottom corner, Chris read the play, went to the right, Contest: Leongatha Knights women’s player Xanthe Bruning battles with one hand on the ball amazingly for possession with her Warragul opponent. saved the ball. With one minute left and the Knights • Inverloch Vs Wonthaggi without any energy, the ball was played up the field and the whistle blow. This was a great effort by the nine players and one of the best matches that they have played as a team. The result may not have been what ana Shone who booted a massive goal U10s the team wanted but taking the draw from from beyond the half way line to see THE Inverloch Stars U10s Inverloch lead at half time seven nil. Warragul was a win for the team. It was a great way to finish out the headed to Wonthaggi for the Wonthaggi came out firing in the second half and made many attempts on goal earseason finale. season.

Stars shine against Wonthaggi

• Korumbuirra Vs Drouin

City challenge the Dragons U12 Mixed

game for the home side.

Women’s

Drouin managed to take out the win Two determined teams hit the pitch DROUIN outclassed Korumburra seven to one. for the ﬁnal round of the home and away six nil in wet conditions. Eli Hearn was kept busy in goals, season.

Keeper Pat Morris kept very busy for the game. Some hard running by Alana LopezFreeman and Zane Brady just couldn’t get the ball through Drouin’s defence. Abbey Nicholls, Tom Veltri, Fernanda Hurst and Callum Olden stood tall throughout the game. Team manager Graham Beech said, “In the last game of the season, Korumburra U12s hosted top of the ladder Drouin. Despite the hard work of the defence Drouin scored regularly to be ﬁve nil up at half time. The second half started much better for Korumburra with Zane Brady having a number of chances to score and the defence matching Drouin on many occasions. A number of players who had played U14s earlier began to tire and Drouin was able to score ending the game at six nil. Players of note for Korumburra were Patrick Morris in goal, who despite injury made some amazing saves, Abbey Nicholls who played her best game of the season and Declan Beech, who despite getting a painful blow in the ribs, came back on to help in defence.”

speedsters Riley Olden, Milly Hurst and Dakota Decarlo had shots on goal and some impressive plays around the pitch, youngster Marley Walker impressing the home crowd. Korumburra meet Drouin again next week on neutral ground at Leongatha for the ﬁrst semi ﬁnal.

Reserves

Korumburra City made its presence noted in the opening minute when Corey Arnold opened the scoring. Riley Olden found the net again for Korumburra. Something special came from the “Odgey of Old” when Glenn Odgers managed to bag three in a row in eight minutes, using any part of his body he could he made sure the ball was secured in the net. It was a Father’s Day hat trick for the new dad on the pitch, much to the delight of the home town crowd. A half time score line of ﬁve goals to one set Korumburra up for great win. During the second half the mixture of youth and experience in the Korumburra team worked well, Riley Olden, Aidan U14 Mixed Richards and Glenn Odgers scoring to Korumburra utilised some U12 play- take a great end of season win over Drers who each contributed well in the ouin eight to one. game. Drouin was a well drilled side. The rain came down yet Korumburra pushed and almost scored a goal from a free kick when the Drouin keeper, who had attempted a “goalie run”, had to make chase on Julien Rosse who was headed to an open goal. The Drouin keeper was given a yellow card for some undisciplined play, deliberately tripping Julien to prevent him from scoring. Julien took the free however was oﬀ target. Drouin Dragons took a six nil win convincingly over Korumburra.

It was a physical, hard-fought game with opportunities for both teams to score, yet both failed to find the net. Korumburra had many shots on goal unable to convert or superbly swept up by the impressive Drouin keeper. Once again Korumburra’s defensive line was hard for the visiting side to get through; on the minimal occasions they managed to get through, reliable keeper Treen Halkett saved the day. Bridie Allen was impressive for Korumburra, earning herself best on ground; she played the midfield position well and created chances for Korumburra numerous times. A nil all draw would see neither team win or lose; a rather fitting result for both teams as the game was never in either teams grasp. Korumburra City meets the undefeated Phillip Island Breakers in the first semi final next weekend at Leongatha. Korumburra ended the season with two draws and four wins in the past six games are performing well under pressure and are a genuine threat to the minor premiers. Korumburra U16s, Women’s and Men’s teams made the finals all finishing in fourth position on the ladder.

The large Father’s Day crowd was well rewarded as both teams closed out the official fixture with a fast paced and entertaining game. Hard running, fancy footwork, excellent second efforts and plenty of goals from both sides showed that all of their work and encouragement over the season had resulted in significantly improved skills and fitness levels. Parents and coaches were also proud of the fabulous teamwork highlighted with unselfish passing and the positive sportsmanship shown by both sides. With many of the U10s moving up to the U12s next year, the Stars look forward to a successful 2019 for the Inverloch Stars junior teams. Special thanks go to the coaches and volunteers that help make being part of the club and match day a positive, confidence building and enjoyable experience for all.

Seniors Inverloch’s Senior Women’s team faced Wonthaggi at their home ground. Inverloch was very strong early on with their striker Emily Smith putting the ﬁrst score in the board early in the ﬁrst half. The strong defence line kept Wonthaggi’s attack at bay and sending the ball back into their attacking half. It wasn’t long before Smith found the back of the net adding another goal to the score to lead two nil. A free kick to Inverloch in their attacking half saw Sarah Cantwell add another goal to Inverloch’s tally. Inverloch continued to dominate early on with another two goals from Smith and Fiona Richardson joining the list of goal scorers for Inverloch. The goal of the match and possible one of the best of the season for Inverloch came from defender Di-

ly on that were shut down by Inverloch’s tenacious defence line. Wonthaggi’s attempts were soon rewarded with its first score on the board. It was soon able to add another goal to the score. Inverloch wasn’t going to let its lead slip and it wasn’t long before Smith added another goal to the tally. This was followed by a second for the half to see Inverloch take home the win nine to two. The team finished third on the ladder and in great playing form coming into semi finals.

Seniors THE Stars knew they had to win the important match against Wonthaggi. Mitch Johnson started the scoring with a neat finish from a great passing move from Barry Farrell. The goals started flowing; Adam Bell scored a cracker of a volley from the edge of the area for the Stars’ third and long-standing Inverloch Stars stalwart James Bremner popped up for a fantastic shot from a sizeable distance for the Stars’ fourth. A beautiful volley from Barry Farrell made it nine for the Stars and a phenomenal effort from Gene Parini from 25 yards made it 13 for the Stars. Finn Gleeson chipped in with two goals and Barry Farrell scored six for an emphatic victory for the Stars. A fantastic effort throughout the season paid off with the Stars finishing at the top of the league; a testament to the hard work and team play.

U16 Mixed Korumburra played the league leaders and gave its all. Julio Decarlo scored from a deflec- Shot at goal: Korumburra U14’s Julien Rosse takes a free kick in controver- Quick feet: Inverloch Stars’ Lucci Finsterer is first to the ball in the tion off the keeper; the only goal of the sial circumstances. Photo credit: Dave Hurst. U10s match against Wonthaggi.

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SENIORS ST L FIR FINA IM SE

WEST GIPPSLAND FOOTBALL LEAGUE

PHILLIP ISLAND 14.14-98 DEF KOO WEE RUP 5.8-38

SECO SEMI-F ND INAL

WONTHAGGI 37 McKenzie St. 5672 0800 (Computer/Electricial only) WARRAGUL 133 Victoria St. 5623 9000 (Computer/Electricial only)

NAR NAR GOON 16.13-109 DEF CORA LYNN 6.14-50

Poowong’s finals dreams dusted POOWONG travelled to Buln Buln to tackle Warragul Dusties on Sunday in the first semi final. The ground was slippery from Saturday’s rain and showers, which made it difficult for all players. Poowong was hoping to continue the dream but unfortunately with the conditions, its speed and sureness of last week was missing. Poowong started without Ben Hancock and Chris Doria. Chris was replaced by Stephen Joyce and Jake Cochrane had recovered last week’s injury. Poowong kicked to the Warragul end of the ground. Dusties were first to score from a free kick a point followed by a rushed point. Dusties received a

50 metre penalty but they failed to convert. Wyatt snap opened Poowong’s account with a point. Dusties marked and received 50 metres and goaled. Poowong replied with a good goal to James Doria to be down by one point at quarter time. Dusties opened with a goal, playing on after a free kick. Poowong’s shot went out of bounds and Dusties replied with a goal from a mark. Jake Hazendonk added a point for Poowong. Dusties replied with a point followed by a goal on the siren from a mark to lead 4.3.27 to Poowong 1.2.8 Rain at half time did not help the ground and players were struggling with their footing. Poowong came out

after half time determined to turn it around but managed only points to Francis and Robinson. Dusties received a 50 metre penalty plus another 50 metre to goal their third from a free kick which in the conditions was telling. Poowong and Dusties added points before Tim Francis from Poowong marked and goaled for Poowong’s second. Dusties marked in the centre and received another long 50 metre penalty but managed a point. Poowong players were confused with the penalties being dished out as was the crowd. Dusties led 5.6.36 to Poowong 2.5.17. Poowong still believed it had a chance and threw everything at it, but unfortunately managed two points.

Poowong received a 50 metre penalty down back; Trevor Hooker’s shot was oﬄine and added to the points. With Poowong throwing caution to the wind, Dusties got a break

and added a goal and two points to run out winners by 24 points. The ﬁnal score was Dusties 6.8.44 to Poowong 2.8.20. What could have been a great game for a good crowd was not

PHILLIP Island has earned a spot in the West Gippsland Football Netball League senior’s grand final on the back of a strong fourth quarter performance against Koo Wee Rup on the weekend. Despite recording a 60 point victory, the win was far from comfortable for the Bulldogs in what was a tightly contested game for much of the afternoon. Jack Taylor got Phillip Island on the board first with the opening goal of the game, but Koo Wee Rup quickly responded with two goals through Jason Wells to take a six point lead into the first break.

Longwarry at Longwarry next Saturday. Poowong’s goal kickers were James Doria and Tim Francis. Best players were

Chris Robinson, Michael Harris,

Jayden

Sulli-

van, Jake Hazendonk, Matt Cozzio and Jai Newcombe.

2nd Semi Final Preliminary Final SENIORS

Yinnar 8.4.52 Yall-Yall North 6.13.49 Yinnar goals: S. McCulloch 3, M. Lewellin 2, D. Yates 2, S. Mills 1. Yall-Yall North goals: K. Hughes 2, L. Little 1, J. Casson 1, T. Brown 1, D. Bentley 1. Yinnar best: L. Cummins, M. Stockdale, J. Aitken, M. Williams, S. McCulloch, D. Yates. Yall-Yall North best: B. Burnett, B. Paulet, S. Pearson, L. Little, K. Hughes, J. Keyhoe. RESERVES

Yall-Yall North 8.4.52 Newborough 2.4.16 Yall-Yall North goals: R. Ferguson 2, C. Hughes 1, E. De Carli 1, M. Gore 1, R. Byrne 1, S. Price 1, D. Ivey 1. Newborough goals: S. Janiw 1, J. Mitchell 1. Yall-Yall North best: E. De Carli, R. Ferguson, C. Hughes, O. Budge, M. Gore, J. King. Newborough best: J. Wood, A.

Fanning, E. Price, T. Hallinan, W. Troy, R. Chapman. THIRDS

Newborough 4.7.31 Yinnar 4.5.29 Newborough goals: J. Beath 2, D. McColl 1, J. McMahon 1. Yinnar goals: H. AlexanderHicks 2, J. Bugeja 1, S. Findlay 1. Newborough best: S. Dash, P. Charles, S. Burns, J. Movchan, D. Lupton, K. Clerks. Yinnar best: O. Houghton, S. Findlay, B. Flanigan, C. O’Shea, T. Hayes, J. Leak. FOURTHS Yinnar 5.4.34 Hill End 4.8.32 Yinnar goals: C. Bell 2, R. Brown 2, J. Felmingham 1. Hill End goals: D. Orton 2, L. Smith 1, B. Paul 1. Yinnar best: R. Adams, C. Bell, B. VanDerMeer, H. Dwyer, S. Walsh, J. Makepeace. Hill End best: B. Paul, T. O’Meara, E. Smith, R. Dyke, C. Tumino, C. Philip.

Big last quarter propels Bulldogs into grand final By Kyle Standfield

allowed to reach any heights and together with the conditions; it was a disappointing match in the end. Dusties take on

Conditions failed to help either side with a swirly breeze and intermittent rain ensuring the contest remained tight and contested in the early going. Nick Higginson started to get on top in the ruck for Phillip Island as the Bulldogs managed to get some rare, clean clearances out of the middle. Jack Taylor presented well in the forward line and was rewarded with his second goal of the game for Phillip Island as the Bulldogs piled on four unanswered in the term to take a 19 point buﬀer into halftime. It was tough sledding for both teams in the third quarter with each team kicking just the single goal as the game slowed down again. Brendon Kimber and Jaymie Youle were important for the Bulldogs in

the middle, ensuring Phillip Island maintained a grip on the lead. Nerves started to rise as Koo Wee Rup goaled through Luke McMaster early in the fourth quarter to cut the Bulldog lead to just 11 points. With a spot in the grand final well up for grabs, and the pressure turned up a notch, Phillip Island began to win plenty of contested ball around the ground that resulted in some set shots on goal. Aaron Edwards stood tall in the final quarter, booting four goals for the Bulldogs as they ran away with the contest late. The win sees Phillip Island into the grand final in two weeks while Koo Wee Rup must play Nar Nar Goon this Saturday in a preliminary final.

Leap: Poowong’s Jack Chiavaroli jumped into the pack to spoil a mark for the Warragul Dusties on Sunday.

Phillip Island 14.14.98 Koo Wee Rup 5.8.38

J. Sheerin, C. McInnes, N. Cairns. THIRDS

Phillip Island goals: A. Edwards 4, J. Taylor 2, A. Officer 1, M. Wright 1, W. Van Diemen 1, J. Youle 1, H. Bruce 1, A. Redmond 1, J. Patullo 1, Z. Vernon 1. Koo Wee Rup goals: J. Wells 4, L. McMaster 1. Phillip Island best: N. Higginson, A. Officer, A. Duyker, M. Jones, M. Wright, J. Taylor. Koo Wee Rup best: J. Wells, C. Dyker, B. Harding, N. Voss, D. Paynter, T. Dolan. RESERVES

Cora Lynn 8.7.55 Phillip Island 3.3.21 Cora Lynn goals: B. Font 2, D. Vela 2, L. Taylor 2, T. Skipwith 1, L. Hartley 1. Phillip Island goals: M. Mattock 2, D. Bourke 1. Cora Lynn best: L. Wellwood, L. Taylor, J. Verhagen, L. Munns, C. Batson, T. Skipwith. Phillip Island best: C. Thompson, B. Taylor, T. McMillan, J. Pearsall, M. Freeman, N. Anderson. FOURTHS

Koo Wee Rup 12.8.80 Inverloch Kongwak 2.5.17

Phillip Island 6.2.38 Koo Wee Rup 3.5.23

Koo Wee Rup goals: J. Carson 3, B. Yapp 2, S. Greaves 2, M. Drommel 2, B. Miller 1, X. Quigley 1, L. Hetherington 1. Inverloch Kongwak goals: B. Hayes 1, L. Johnson 1. Koo Wee Rup best: D. Mullen, B. Miller, X. Quigley, J. Carson, N. Watson, M. Drommel. Inverloch Kongwak best: B. Hayes, L. Johnson, T. Whelan,

Phillip Island goals: K. Griffin 2, K. Robinson 2, H. O’Brien 1, J. Grace 1. Koo Wee Rup goals: K. Parker 2, L. Jackman 1. Phillip Island best: L. Matthews, P. Ryan, K. Robinson, K. Griffin, M. Carpi, O. Marks. Koo Wee Rup best: B. Eager, K. Parker, L. McLeod, M. Voss, G. Giacco, J. Stokkel.

2ND SEMI FINAL

FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND MID GIPPSLAND Saturday, September 8 Grand final at Morwell Rec Reserve Trafalgar v Yinnar

GIPPSLAND Saturday, September 8 2nd Semi final at Traralgon Rec Res 6.30pm night game Maffra v Leongatha Sunday, September 9 1st Semi final at Maffra Rec Reserve Sale v Traralgon

WEST GIPPSLAND Saturday, September 8 Preliminary final at Nar Nar Goon Rec Res Koo Wee Rup v Nar Nar Goon

Kimber and McRae receive top honours ONE of Gippsland’s most decorated footballers has added the Alex Scott and Staﬀ West Gippsland Football Netball Competition best and fairest award to his already glittering collection. Phillip Island onballer Brendan Kimber, who ﬁnished runner up in last year’s inaugural medal count despite missing a third of the season through injury, polled 24 votes to win this year’s award from Cora Lynn ruckman Billy Thomas (18 votes). Kimber’s win completed a full set of league medals in south west Gippsland, following previous wins in the Alberton Football Netball League’s Peter Moore Medal (2015) and Ellinbank and District Football League’s Alf Walton Medal (2012-13); the latter while wearing the teal, red and black of Cora Lynn. The 33 year old has long been revered for his fear-

less attack on the ball and, having played a key role in Phillip Island’s flag in his first year at the club, Kimber will be chasing more team glory on Saturday week when Phillip Island contests the grand final at Garfield Recreation Reserve. It was an entirely different story in the A Grade netball count, with 18 year old sensation Alana McRae taking home the top prize. McRae polled maximum votes in eight games, including the final game of the home and away season, to snatch the award away from Phillip Island goaler Janelle Smyth by one vote. It caps a remarkable rise for the classy defender, who captained the competition’s U17 interleague team last year and is already in her third season as an A Grade player at Dalyston. McRae’s athleticism and determination ensures she rarely loses one-on-one battles, despite giving away height most

weeks, and she also possesses the flexibility to play in the mid court as required. 2018 Alex Scott and Staff West Gippsland Football Netball Competition award winners: Senior Best and Fairest: Brendan Kimber (Phillip Island). Reserves Best and Fairest: Matthew Cameron (Koo Wee Rup). Thirds Best and Fairest: Jack Rosenow (Kilcunda Bass). Fourths Best and Fairest: Nicholas Proud (Koo Wee Rup). Senior Leading Goal Kicker: Jason Wells (Koo Wee Rup). Reserves Leading Goal Kicker: Mitchell Lewis (Nar Nar Goon). Thirds Leading Goal Kicker: Joel Batson (Garfield). Fourths Leading Goal Kicker: Harrison Brain (Nar Nar Goon). A Grade Best and Fairest: Alana McRae (Dalyston).

B Grade Best and Fairest: Chelsea Lieshout (Bunyip). C Grade Best and Fairest: Alicia Scott (Cora Lynn). U17 Best and Fairest: Esther Evans (Korumburra Bena). U15 Best and Fairest: Morgan Harris (Cora Lynn). U13 Best and Fairest: Ashlyn Gallasch (Bunyip). Club Championship: Phillip Island. Netball Football Umpire of the Year: Brian Lansdown (South Gippsland Umpires Association). Pakenham Gazette Team of the Year: FB: Tim Miller (KWR), Daniel Battaglin (NNG), Shaun Sparks (CL) HB: Nathan Voss (KWR), Michael Wallace (GAR), Lewis Rankin (IK), C: Zak Vernon (PI), Trent Armour (NNG), Luke Walker (KWR), HF: Tom Wyatt (IK), Toby Mahoney (IK), Brendan Hermann (NNG) FF: Jack Taylor (PI), Troy Mc-

Dermott (NNG), Jason Wells (KWR), Ruck: Billy Thomas (CL), Brendan Kimber (PI) (C), Andy Soumilas (IK) (VC), INTER: Kurt Thomas (DALY), Jaymie Youle (PI), Chris Johnson (CL), Jake Blackwood (NNG), Mark Griﬃn (PI), Damien Szwaja (BUN) and coach: Beau Vernon (PI) A Grade Team of the Year – GK: Alana McRae (DALY), GD: Lawri Piera (PI), WD: Kelsey Buxton (IK), C: Georgia Keysers (NNG), WA: Kate Murphy (KWR), GA: Kim Hillberg (KORB), GS: Janelle Smyth (PI), INTER: Britt Thomas (DALY), Mariah Bell (KWR), Hannah McRae (DALY), Renee Pilkington (IK), Gemma Dixon (KORB) and coach: Kate Steel (PI). Umpire of the Year: Vicki Riley.

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Fishy thirds three on the trot A THRILLING final quarter saw Fish Creek win the Alberton Football Netball League Thirds grand final on Saturday. This was the Fish Creek Thirds’ third premiership win in a row. Taking on MDU, the Thirds battled the elements at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve. The wild weather and the evenly matched sides produced a low scoring, yet nail biting, premiership match. MDU was quick out of the gate and dominated in the first quarter. The Demons had more opportunities at goal and managed to put two goals and

three behinds on the scoreboard. Fish Creek kept itself in the game with a goal on the board. The second quarter was an arm wrestle with neither side able to pull ahead. Scoring opportunities were slim, which reﬂected on the scoreboard. It was the same story in the third quarter. Fish Creek was inching forward and managed to keep MDU scoreless. It came down to the all important fourth quarter. MDU fought hard for its chance for premiership glory but was not about to convert its eﬀorts. A goal late in the quarter to Fish Creek’s

vice captain Kairon Dorling put Fish Creek ahead. The Kangaroos came away with a slim two point win. Captain Liam Howard was named best in finals. Howard played on ball and centre half back, and was tough throughout the game. Other notable players were Kairon Dorling, Josh Standfield, Sam McGannon, and Angus and Dominic Tracy. For MDU, Jye Gourlay, Jordan Brown, Angus Wright, Mitchell Hoober, Connor Krohn and Stuart Bright were named best on. Coach Dave Dorling said he was on the edge of his seat in the final quarter, but proud

to walk away with a win. “We started slow but we did the hard work and built momentum,” he said. “It was a great team eﬀort.” Dorling said the season produced wins, losses and draws for Fish Creek and MDU throughout the season, so no one could predict how the ﬁnal match up would play out.

THIRDS

Fish Creek 3.3.21 MDU 2.7.19 Fish Creek goals: K. Dorling 1, L. Howard 1, Z. Clark 1. MDU goals: B. Cantwell 1, B. Thorson 1. Fish Creek best: L. Howard, J. Standfield, K. Dorling, D. Tracy, S. McGannon, A. Tracy. MDU best: J. Gourlay, J. Brown, A. Wright, M. Hoober, C. Krohn, S. Bright.

Premiers: Fish Creek won the Thirds premiership on Saturday.

Huge achievement: from left, Fish Creek Thirds captain Liam Howard, coach Dave Dorling Muddy battle: greasy conditions made the Thirds premiership match between MDU and and Kairon Dorling celebrated the premiership win on Saturday. Fish Creek more challenging on Saturday.

Red and white: Kahlee and Lili Mueller donned Fish Creek’s colours on Saturday. They were cheering on husband and father Pete Mueller, who played in Fish Creek’s Celebration: Angus Tracy, Zayn Clark, Brock Stefani and Darcy Berryman were proud to Proud moment: Rebecca Stefani congratulated son Jai Stefani after winning the Thirds Reserves team. come away with a premiership win on Saturday. grand ﬁnal on Saturday.

Exciting day: Jack Charlton was proud to hold Fish Creek Thirds’ premiership cup Showing support: Olivia Knee, Emma Buckland, Tori Cripps and Go Toora: Steph Crawford, Wade Theodore and Charlotte Crawon Saturday ahead of his 90th birthday Zara Prain cheered from the sideline during the A Grade premiership ford enjoyed watching Toora’s B Grade win the premiership on celebrations. on Saturday. Saturday.

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• STONY CREEK v FISH CREEK - RESERVES

Lions victorious in battle of the Creeks STONY Creek walked away the 2018 Alberton Football Netball League Reserves premiers on Saturday. The Lions defeated Fish Creek by eight points. Fish Creek took an early lead after the ﬁrst quarter, but Stony Creek worked hard to keep itself in the game. The second quarter saw Stony Creek in front, with Fish Creek only managing to record three behinds. The half time break allowed Stony Creek to regroup and it came out ﬁring for the third term. Stony Creek was able to pull away from Fish Creek with a few more goals on the board, but it was by no means going into the last quarter comfortable. Amongst Stony Creek’s best players on the day were its onballers. Tom Gordon in the middle and forward was solid all day, Liam Harrington stood up well in the centre, Brett McKnight on-ball and for-

ward while Tom Stone shone out all day. Stone’s last quarter was particularly desperate as Fish Creek came to within one point. He threw himself under the packs and cleared the ball. He took a gutsy mark and booted a 45 metre goal as a result which brought the margin out from one behind to seven behinds. Stony then added another behind and then Fish Creek needed two goals to win so the Maroons went on to capture a solid victory. For Fish Creek, Pete Mueller, Bradley Pulham, Jayden O’Sullivan, Ryan Nicoll, Haydn Buckland and Colin McPhee were named in the best.

RESERVES

Stony Creek 7.8.50 Fish Creek 6.6.42 Stony Creek goals: J. Byrnes 3, J. Zahra 2, T. Gordon 1, T. Stone 1. Fish Creek goals: A. Bright 2, A. Wilson 1, J. O’Sullivan 1, M. Watkins 1, J. Danckert 1. Stony Creek best: T. Gordon, L. Harrington, T. Stone, A. Verboon, D. Gilliatte, B. McKnight. Fish Creek best: P. Mueller, B. Pulham, J. O’Sullivan, R. Nicoll, H. Buckland, C. McPhee.

Go Keighley: Ebony Van Dyke (right) cheered on Keighley Starrett in the A Grade grand ﬁnal on Saturday. Keighley was named best on court.

LEONGATHA JUNIOR FOOTY YOUTH GIRLS Preliminary 1

Mirboo North 7.5.47 Trafalgar 0.2.2 Goal Kickers: J. Chila 3, L. Edmondson 2, M. Fleming, J. Oddy.

UNDER 14 Preliminary 1

Leongatha Gold 4.6.30 Yinnar 4.4.28 Leongatha Gold goals: P. Winmar 2, L. Marshman, W. Croatto. Best: R. Checkley, J. Leeden, B. Grabham Andrews, P. Winmar, L. Marshman, X. Bolge. Yinnar goals: H. Little 2, D. Makepeace, H. McColl. Best: Z. Schill, T. Hoghton, T. Little, B. Piedrafita, A. Mills, H. McColl.

UNDER 12 Preliminary 2

Leongatha Green 3.3.21 Hill End Rovers 2.5.17 Leongatha Green goals: W. Brown, J. Callahan, H. Livingstone. Best: E. Smith, J. Callahan, W. Brown, A. Fixter, T. Goldsmith, H. Livingstone. Hill End Rovers goals: M. Brosnan 2.

Stony’s cup: Stony Creek’s reserves captain Jarryd Byrnes and coach Justin Accardi hold up the premiership cup for the second year running. Left: Battle: Stony Creek’s Ryan McKnight and Fish Creek’s Simon Hammersley fought for possession of the ball in the Reserves grand ﬁnal on Saturday.

Best: W. Robinson, B. Wolfenden, M. Hasthorpe, K. Mulley, K. Slade, B. Sword. Preliminary 2

Leongatha Gold 1.1.7 Yinnar 7.7.49 Leongatha Gold best: H. Scrimshaw. Yinnar goals: H. Little 3, B. Durea 2, L. Cheffers, F. Schill. Best: C. Thorburn, L. Cheffers, B. Burrows, C. Mills, L. Masters, H. Little.

UNDER 10 Preliminary 1

Yinnar 6.4.40 Leongatha Green 0.0.0 Leongatha Green best: J. Holt, K. Geary, M. Carter, J. Lowe, J. Matheson, A. Livingston. Preliminary 2

Mirboo North 3.6.24 Trafalgar 1.0.6 Mirboo North goals: J. Cook, C. Snell, C. Kendall-Jones Trafalgar goals: R. Pickering.

Best on: Ed Hanley presents the award for Back to back: Stony Creek held oﬀ Fish Creek in a tight ﬁnish to claim the reserves prereserves best on ground to Stony Creek’s miership in the Alberton Football League; it was time for the team to start celebrating. Brett McKnight.

• LEONGATHA CYCLING CLUB

Sprint goes Oliver’s way A sprint to the line decided Sunday morning’s ‘Father’s Day’ race from Tarwin Lower to Walkerville North and back, a distance of 42 kilometres. Winning in a sprint finish was the in form Oliver McLean who is gearing up for the National Junior road titles in Western Australia in a few week’s time. Just after Oliver came in Alex Dunbar who is continuing good form with Thomas Fitzgerald third and not far back Leigh Stott in fourth. Riders had to battle a tricky cross headwind on the 20 kilometre run out to Walkerville North. There were just eight riders competing with morning showers possibly turning away some riders but the rain mostly cleared for a good morning’s racing. Peter McLean and Tony Giles were first away off 15 minutes with Kevin Feely, Chris Rowe and Thomas Fitzgerald off seven minutes followed by the three-man scratch bunch of Oliver McLean, Leigh Stott, and Alex Dunbar. Giles and McLean made good progress to the only major climb with McLean clearing away up the hill. Back further Kevin Feely had left his fellow markers Fitzgerald and Rowe behind. On the turn it was Peter McLean in front with Kevin Feelly giving chase.

Placegetters: from left, Tom Fitzgerald third, Oliver McLean first and Alex Dunbar second. Fitzgerald had jumped onto the scratch bunch but plans for Rowe to do the same were thwarted with a flat tyre. The scratch bunch plus one were making use of favourable winds and motoring home to reel in Feely and McLean with just a couple of kilometres to go and these four contested the top four placings. Feely came in for fifth just ahead

of Peter McLean sixth about three minutes ahead of Giles in seventh with the luckless Rowe pulling in ten minutes later after struggling with a tyre on low pressure. Riders enjoyed a feast of sausages cooked up by Peter Fitzgerald which was much appreciated. Steven Wilson conducted the race with Brett Franklin conducting the turnaround.

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Fish Creek all the way FISH Creek has claimed premiership honours for 2018 in the Alberton Football League with a classy nine goal victory over Foster. A good crowd had gathered at Meeniyan for grand ﬁnal day and conditions were pretty heavy after overnight rain and showers which persisted into Saturday morning. Fish Creek began the game with intent, peppering away at goals before Aidan Wilson broke through for a major after a nice lead and mark. Foster replied within a minute and its defence was holding ﬁrm through Beau Elkington. The Kangaroos’ Jordan Shaw rolled one through as Fishy held a solid quarter time lead 4.3 to Foster 2.2. Darcy Hargrave and Tom Cameron were play-

ing good first halves for Fish Creek and getting plenty of action. With Fish Creek adding two more goals early in term two it held a handy buffer before Foster’s Nathan Grylls accepted a pass from Brad Rooney to goal. When the Tigers scored another through Tom McGowan the half time margin had been trimmed to just 19 points; Fish Creek 6.4 to Foster’s 3.3. Harrison Hunt lead out and marked well for the Kangaroos early in the third to boot a long goal this was matched soon after by Foster’s Brendan Neville. Tom Cameron was running well and his quick give to Fishy’s Jordan Shaw on the burst saw another goal. Bailey Harfield-Park was picking up plenty of possession and using the footy well for Fish Creek while Travis Manne was holding his own in the

Physical: the game turned physical at times but generally the players were well behaved.

ruck. When Luke Galle snapped a nice goal for the Tigers it was back to just a three goal margin; still anyone’s game for the taking. Andrew Seccull made the most of a sprayed kickout by Foster when the Kangaroo dribbled one through. Then Justin Smith drilled one over to Jordan Shaw who goaled for Fishy to get the margin back out to five goals. Another one close to three quarter time made the signs ominous for Foster. At the last change it was Fish Creek 9.9. to Foster 5.5. The Tigers would need to boot at least five last quarter goals to win this match and keep Fish Creek scoreless which was a tall order. When the Creek opened with the first goal in the opening minute of the last quarter when J Smith passed to Jordan Shaw it was all over. Another soon after was icing on the cake. Despite protests of

“touched” Fish Creek’s Nick Oaten snapped truly and the celebrations were already evident! Harrison Hunt booted another as the Creek added a further five goals to Foster’s one to run out comfortable winners. For Fish Creek Bailey Harfield-Park blitzed on the ball, Ethan Park running off half back was excellent, Jordan Shaw snagged six goals showing great skill, Darcy Hargrave used the ball well out of the middle, Travis Manne was a steady force in the ruck and Tom Cameron ran hard all day. For Foster Beau Elkington was rock solid in defence, Josh Toner was getting plenty of the footy on-ball, Brendan Neville powered into the packs, Kieran Bohn did well off half back, Luke Galle was equally good both forward and back, snagging two skillful goals, whilst Matt Brown held his own on the wing.

The moment: three in a row was celebrated when the Cup was handed over, from left, Fish Creek co-captain Brent Cooper, coach Greg Hoskin and co-captain Travis Manne.

Getting the low down: Ethan Park slides in to take a good grab down lowfor Fish Creek.

Bill Pollock Medal: Stuart Storr presents the best on ground medal to Tom Cameron, Fish Creek.

Umpire’s best: the South Gippsland Umpires Association best on ground went to Ethan Park.

National Anthem: Marlee Alba of Leongatha sang Australia’s National Anthem before the big game.

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Well done umpires: the umpires again weren’t talked about much on Saturday, a sign that they’ve had a very good game. Pictured from left are Graham Laird (goal), Gary Schulz (emerg field), Zac Schulz (boundary), Jesse Boyd (field), Harry Taylor-Smith(boundary), Paul Carter (field), Connor Murrell (boundary), Brian Lansdown (field), Paul Bauer (goal) and Lachlan Murrell (boundary).

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Parrots one step closer L E O N G AT H A moved one step closer to chasing back to back flags when it accounted for Sale for the second time in two weeks in the Qualifying Final on Saturday at Warragul. The Parrots have set up what will be an absorbing fight against Maffra in the second semi-final under lights at Traralgon this Saturday night; game time is 6.30pm. The winner will march straight into the grand final; the loser will have to play the Preliminary Final against the winner of the Sale v Traralgon first semi-final. Leongatha was consistent across four quarters. With Leongatha holding a handy lead Sale looked to apply pressure in the third term when it charged forward and got to within 21 points. A goal to the Magpies would have got it to just over two kicks. Instead it was Leongatha booting one to go out to 28 points before adding another and suddenly out the margin got to 34 points. Much of the play was between the 50 metre arc and Sale just couldn’t penetrate Leongatha’s defensive lines. Josh Schelling

played brilliantly across half back; good both on the ground and in the air racking up possessions and easily being the best on ground; but he had a lot of support from the whole defensive unit. The midfielders in Marriott, Browne and Bowman were all solid while up forward all forwards shared in the spoils. Dunne only kicked two for the day and was well held by Nick Dowse who played well for the Pies. But that opened the door for the other forwards in Lloyd, Maskell, Ginnane, Borschmann, Hopkins and others to have an impact. The Parrots were 41 points up at three quarter time but in the last it showed no mercy to run out 71 point victors. As expected Pat McGrath and Jack Ginnane returned with Jack Hume going back to Thirds and Louis Riseley in to the Reserves. The Warragul ground had held up okay despite the overnight rain and a few early showers. It was Sale which hit the scoreboard first when B Dessent kicked truly at the five minute mark of the opening term. It didn’t know then but the Magpies would only kick one more goal for the remainder of the match when J Al-

lison would kick truly at the 10 minute mark of the third. Maskell and Dunne would goal at the 10 and 11 minute mark to give the Parrots a slim lead at quarter time, 2.4 to Sale 1.1. Ben Willis goaled early for the Parrots in term two with Jack Lloyd bringing up his ﬁrst after marking well. Lloyd added another at the 16 minute mark before Sale peppered away but could only score behinds. At half time it was Leongatha 5.5 to Sale 1.5. After Ryan Olden goaled early in the third for Leongatha, Sale tried to rally booting forward but with rushed behinds it was allowed only the one through Allison. The Parrots rebounded well and with goals to Maskell, Dunne, Mar-

riott and Ginnane the Sale bubble had finally burst. At the last change it was Leongatha 9.7 to Sale 2.8. The Parrots business wasn’t finished and they added another five goals this term; two to Hopkins and singles to Ginnane, Lloyd and Borschmann to blow the result out to 71 points. Leongatha had winners across the board and will need to continue in this vane as it takes on a formidable opponent in Maffra. The score is one win apiece this season however Leongatha have no injury concerns and will go in with its best team possible. The Parrots will know they have to lift intensity and will be Leading well: Cade Maskell is providing a ready for a very physical significant target in the forward line; leading contest. and marking well.

QUALIFYING FINAL SENIORS Leongatha 14.10.94 Sale 2.11.23 Leongatha goals: J. Lloyd 3, C. Dunne 2, J. Ginnane 2, J. Hopkins 2, T. Marriott 1, M. Borschman 1, C. Maskell 1, R. Olden 1, B. Willis 1. Sale goals: B. Dessent 1, J. Allison 1. Leongatha best: J. Schelling, T. Marriott, H. Browne, L. Bowman, C. Maskell, J. Lloyd. Sale best: J. Dessent, K. Dunkley, N. Dowse, A. Quirk, J. Mapleson, B. McKay.

RESERVES Traralgon 6.10.46 Moe 0.4.4 Traralgon goals: R. Loprese 2, J. Jackway 2, T. Webster 1, J. Sands 1. Moe goals: Nil. Traralgon best: E. Williams, T. Northe, R. Battista, N. Quenault, J. Sands, J. Jackway. Moe best: P. Yates, C. Taylor, J. Chessells, L. Fry, C. Fry, T. Morrow.

ELIMINATION FINAL SENIORS Traralgon 15.11.101 Moe 10.10.70 Traralgon goals: C. Urie 4, D. Loprese 3, J. McMahon 2, M. Burge 2, D. White 2, H. Hector 1, K. Wilson 1. Moe goals: P. Ainsworth 3, D. Farrell 2, T. Fleming 2, J. De Virgilio 1, T. Biffin 1, R. Farmer 1. Traralgon best: A. Jaensch, J. McMahon, C. Ambler, K. Wilson, T. Marsh, D. White. Moe best: T. Long, D. Grech, J. Blaser, G. Cocksedge, J. Bragagnolo, T. Biffin.

RESERVES Leongatha 12.9.81 Warragul 3.2.20

Best on ground: Josh Schelling, Leongatha’s best on Saturday, feeds out a handball to the waiting Luke Bowman and Hayden Browne.

Leongatha goals: B. Vanrooy 3, J. Vanderkolk 2, L. Riseley 1, T. Sauvarin 1, S. Horvath 1, L. Wright 1, J. Mackie 1, J. Ballagh 1, T. Bernaldo 1. Warragul goals: W. Cole 1, N. Tutton 1, H. Nobelius 1. Leongatha best: J. Harry, J. Dudley, L. Riseley, J. Mackie, L. Wright, A. Trotto. Warragul best: N. Edney, A. Larkin, B. Mackie, W. Cole, S. Whibley, N. Tutton.

THIRDS Moe 5.9.39 Bairnsdale 4.5.29 Moe goals: T. Baldi 2, H. Pepper 1, J. Galea 1, J. Robinson 1, C. Michie 1. Bairnsdale goals: B. Daniel 2, B. Fulton 1, L. Yomo 1. Moe best: P. Bills, T. Baldi, J. Galea, B. Maslen, K. Jennings, S. Lodge. Bairnsdale best: A. McKenzie, R. Timms, B. Fulton, J. Wykes, K. Derbyshire, C. Mein.

FOURTHS Sale 8.5.53 Wonthaggi 7.9.51 Sale goals: M. Benson 2, C. Whitehill 1, M. Nico 1, H. Pearce 1, D. Byron 1, S. Smith 1, N. Ierardi 1. Wonthaggi goals: N. Anderson 2, B. Wingfield 1, J. Kilgour 1, K. Benson 1, D. McRae 1, R. Ennoss 1. Sale best: W. McKinnon, H. Pearce, J. Hutchins, H. Swarski, B. Safstrom, C. Whitehill. Wonthaggi best: E. Reid, H. Dawson, J. Schulz, C. Smith, D. McRae, K. Benson.

THIRDS Sale 10.7.67 Leongatha 9.4.58 Sale goals: D. Sclater 2, C. Comben 2, J. Whitehill 1, M. Bown 1, D. Barnett 1, K. Simpson 1, J. McGuiness 1, J. Ryan 1. Leongatha goals: D. Garnham 3, C. Olden 2, B. Hastings 1, M. McGannon 1, J. Lamers 1, A. Turton 1. Sale best: M. Reeves, J. McLaren, D. Barnett, T. Stephenson, Z. Hider, J. Ryan. Leongatha best: J. Hastings, D. Garnham, C. Olden, J. Hume, A. Turton, B. Perry.

FOURTHS Morwell 8.11.59 Moe 4.6.30 Morwell goals: N. Noblett 2, T. Caile 2, E. Sharp 1, D. Hough 1, Z. Bezzina 1, S. Healy 1. Moe goals: L. Rock 2, M. Devon 1, A. Connolly 1. Morwell best: T. Caile, D. Hough, N. Noblett, B. Hughes, E. Sharp, Z. Carlson. Moe best: B. Dyson, T. Eden, M. Devon, H. Molesworth, B. Watson, R. Moore.

South Gippsland celebrate volleyball champions SOUTH Gippsland Volleyball capped girls on the back foot. The depth of the South Gippsland team was off a great season at the Victorian Volobvious to observers with all 11 girls contributing leyball League grand finals on Saturday, to the comfortable win 3:0 - 25-13, 25-15, 25-16. August 18. For the Division 3 Women’s team, it has been South Gippsland had entered three teams at the start of the year in the state’s premier volleyball competition with all three teams making the finals. The Division 3 Women’s team, as well as the Junior Girls team, made it to their respective grand finals and both were 2018 winners. The Junior Girls match was played on the main show-court in front of a vocal and enthusiastic crowd with many members of South Gippsland club making the trip to the State Volleyball Centre. The South Gippsland girls came into the match high in confidence having won their semi-final in straight sets over second placed Mornington, whereas the Monash University girls made the final the hard way, with two tight wins required to qualify for the final match of the season. The South Gippsland Girls began strongly, showing the form that saw them only lose three sets all season, to quickly jump out to a one set to love lead on the back of strong hitting from all parts of the court and some powerful hitting. This pattern continued into the second set with South Gippsland’s aggressive serving and big block providing problems for Monash who struggled to mount consistent attacks. Entering the third set, down 2:0, Monash threw caution to the wind and jumped out to an early lead. This was not to last long as the experience of the girls from South Gippsland, who finished runners up last year, shone through and they calmly responded with excellent passing allowing both of the South Gippsland setters to select from a range of hitting options and keep the Monash

a dream come true to be able to play at this elite level. Their dedication to training and playing each week in Melbourne has been a big commitment. The Women’s team had been undefeated all year until they lost in the semi-final to Heidelberg 2. They went on to win the qualifying final and entered the grand final with confidence. They met Heidelberg 2 again in the grand final and defeated them convincingly this time 3:0 - 25-15, 25-14, 25-13. Coach Jenny Damon said, “Their passes were consistent and they never let a ball hit the ground. Our careful eyes of the blockers meant when there was a ball to block they were on it. Our steady setters put the ball up for our hitters to hit and they did not disappoint. All players have put in a remarkable performance and are to be commended.” A most valuable player is awarded for each of the grand finals and it was wonderful to see two South Gippsland players receive this award for their respective games; Jessica Sanders in the Division 3 Women’s match and Alexandra Scott in the Junior Girls. Former club member James Shuttleworth won most valuable player in the Division 2 Men’s match for Monash Uni. All players play locally at SPLASH in Leongatha with teams ranging from juniors to seniors; social and competitive. Come along on a Thursday night at 7:30pm to see some great volleyball being played; you may even be tempted to give it a go.

Divison 3 premiers: back from left, Tom Saario (manager), Jessica Sanders, Mignon Jebb, Vanessa Kolb, Jenny Damon (coach), Wendy Wyhoon and Alison Sanders, front from left, Leanne Bunn, Katherine McHugh, Tamara Teylor, Kristen Sanders and Sarah Damon celebrated their state premiership win recently.

Juniors: back from left, Nic Ryan (assistant coach), Annika, Jasmin, Leah, Lexi, Natasha, Lucy and Tania Ryan (coach) were proud to take home a state premiership win recently.

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SOCCER TEAMS GEAR UP FOR FINALS

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First flag for the Breakers

Premiers: Bass Coast Breakers won their first flag after defeating old rivals Tyabb in the final clash on Saturday. Following a quarter time pep talk from coach Steve Kenny, the Breakers came out firing in the second. They kicked two goals and a point, and Tyabb kicked three points. Bass Coast played 2017 rivals and reigning Tyabb had great control in the third, and the ball premiers Tyabb in the grand final match at Holmes spent a lot of time in its offence during the quarter. Park, Beaconsfield. It had two kicks at goals, however, both ended The final result was Bass Coast 5.4.34 to Tyabb in points. 2.8.20. Towards the second half of the quarter, Bass It was not great footy by any means, but the ex- Coast was able to kick a goal, taking their lead to a citement and tension around the field, and the close more comfortable 21 points. result, made for a nail bitting game. The comfort didn’t last long. A constant light rain shower led to slow and slipTyabb began the last quarter with a fire in their pery conditions. bellies evident in their commitment and drive, they Nerves were certainly evident in scored two goals early and their momentum seemed the first quarter from both sides, and it was clear unstoppable. from the outset that it would be a low scoring and Bass Coast’s lead was now only seven points, close match. and there was 15 minutes left on the clock, Breakers The Breakers finished the first quarter in the lead supporters began to hold their breath. with 1.1.7 to Tyabb’s 0.2.2. The local girls found their feet and lifted to

THE Bass Coast Breakers ﬁnished the South Eastern Women’s Football League – Division 2 undefeated and took home their ﬁrst premiership on Saturday.

match Tyabb’s enthusiasm; they smothered th the Yabby’s and kicked a final goal and extra point to finish the match with a fourteen point lead. Bass Coast Breakers ruck and key play player, Kel O’Neil had a fantastic match. match She took several exceptional marks in difficult conditions, controlled the game through the ruck and was always there to support her team mates. For her efforts she was awarded best on ground for the match. This is the second year for the Bass Coast Beakers. They finished their 2017 season in second place, pushing them up to Division 2 this year. In 2019, they step up to Division 1, an incredible effort for what will be their third year as a team. The Breakers would like to extend a special thanks to their sponsors for all of their support during the 2018 season.

Best player: Kelly O’Neill performed well in the ruck for the Bass Coast Breakers and was named best on ground in the grand ﬁnal.

R.I.P. Alberton league? Gippsland League clubs will continue to ﬁeld Under16 and Under18 teams. Alberton Football League president THE Alberton Football Netball Barry Stride said most of the clubs he League’s current six team com- had spoken to in this league had indicated petition could cease to exist in they were happy with the plan. “Initially what we were working to2019. wards was attracting two clubs to AlberAn all Gippsland review of football ton to create eight teams but there were no and netball has indicated it could merge teams willing to move across,” Mr Stride with the Mid Gippsland Football League said. to create a 15 team competition called It is believed Dalyston and Kilcunda Central and Southern Gippsland League, Bass were spoken to about a move back to administered under AFL Gippsland. Alberton but this came to nothing. The AFL Gippsland Region Commis“I believe this “Plan B” is the best sosion report, released last Friday night, lution as a way forward.” also recommends the introduction of an Mr Stride said there needed to be furUnder 17 age group in place of existing ther discussion about the junior compeage group structures in all but two of the tition; he believed the juniors should be region’s senior competitions for season Under 17 and a half and that the fourths 2019 among nine recommendations put should come back and be made Under 15 forward for consideration. and a half.

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There needed to be further talks about the makeup of the netball teams also with the possibility of an Under 13’s netball competition. “We think it is a good result overall, we just have to see what Mid-Gippsland think.” Early indications are all Mid Gippsland clubs are opposed to any changes to their league. Unfortunately, an uneven number of sides creates a bye every Saturday. However, with just six current clubs, neighboring Alberton will struggle to sustain long term viability and interest. Rather than remaining on the southern end of the MGFL, Mirboo North would logistically become the central hub of the groundbreaking C and SGC. Several other clubs would travel through the township each Saturday unless they chose back roads instead of the Strzelecki Highway to reach their

destinations. An immediate positive would see back-to-back winless wooden spooners, Boolarra and Meeniyan Dumbalk United going head-to-head for the ﬁrst victory by either club in three years. But jumper clashes will need to be resolved. For the match to proceed which team would remain the Demons and pull on its trademark red and navy blue jerseys? It’s the same with Mirboo North and Foster Tigers who both wear yellow and black. Other proposed changes include the development of a standardised permit structure and approach to area agreements between leagues, as well as a formal process towards alignments between junior and senior clubs. Junior participation formed a key component of the rationale for the review

and a vast majority of clubs expressed concerns regarding the makeup of junior football structures throughout the extensive review process. Other proposed changes include the transfer of Yarragon Football Netball Club to the Ellinbank and District Football League and of Warragul Industrials and Tooradin-Dalmore football netball clubs to the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition, as well as 11 recommendations from Netball Victoria relating to the administration and governance of netball competitions in the region. All clubs have since been provided with a copy of the draft recommendations report and have until Friday, September 14 to provide feedback. Final recommendations will be handed down on Friday, September 21, with changes implemented for season 2019.