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Police received a call from a Leongatha woman who was walking the trail near Minns Road around 10am when she came across the naked man. He is described as in his seventies with grey hair. He was wearing nothing but his runners. As the woman approached, he pulled on a pair of dark blue long pants and sprinted off. Leongatha Police patrolled the area however were unable to find anybody matching the description given of the offender. No other reports have been made. “If anybody sees the man please call triple zero immediately and do not go up to him,” Senior Sergeant Patrick Hamilton said. The event is particularly worrying given Meeniyan is building a reputation as being a lovely place to visit.

Trail alert: many people use the South Gippsland Rail Trail including international visitor Jolande Von Boeyem (main photo) who explored the new section of the trail between Koonwarra and Meeniyan at the opening last month.

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Tourism boost launched at Prom By Sarah Vella

A NEW ecotourism venture to be based at Wilsons Promontory from December is expected to generate $9.7 million for the local economy and create 30 jobs. The $3.5 million venture was boosted last Friday, with the announcement of $650,000 from the Australian Government’s tourism demand driver infrastructure program. Wilsons Promontory Cruises will be operated by Pennicott Wilderness Journeys, its seventh tourism product and the first outside of Tasmania. Victorian Minister for Tourism and Major Events John Eren met with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys managing director Robert Pennicott at Tidal River to make the announcement. Mr Eren said Wilsons Promontory was popular with local, interstate and international visitors. “The State Government currently has a $3 million advertising campaign, Wander Victoria, which encourages Mel-

bournians to leave the concrete jungle and experience nature,” he said. “The tourism industry is worth $21 billion and we aim to grow that to $30 billion over the next 10 years. This venture is one example of how that will happen.” Mr Eren said the venture will mean more visitors to Wilsons Promontory, one of Victoria’s top tourist destinations. “It is also a big win for the hotels, cafes and restaurants nearby, which will welcome more opportunities as a result of extra visitors to the region,” he said. Mr Pennicott said three 32 seat vessels will be custom built for the operation, featuring specialist amphibious technology. “This technology removes the need for any new infrastructure to be built,” he said. “Wilsons Promontory is an important place for the community and people will soon be able to see it both from the land and the water.” In the first year of operation, the operation will employ 16 people, which will grow to around 30 staff after five years. “We will really look to employ local

people, both male and female, with no qualification necessary. We will provide all of the training,” Mr Pennicott said. “We will also look to the local fishing industry for some sons and daughters who are keen to stay in the area and have a career.” Mr Pennicott said Wilsons Promontory Cruises will operate year round and give visitors an opportunity to see a side of the Prom not accessible before. He said the cruises will travel beneath sheer cliffs, past unique islands, rock formations and colonies of Australian fur seals. “I truly believe it is going to quickly become one of the world’s most iconic wilderness cruises,” Mr Pennicott said. Pennicott Wilderness Journeys has 17 years of ecotourism expertise, which has been recognised with multiple accolades, including 12 Australian Tourism Awards and 25 Tasmanian Tourism Awards. Mr Pennicott said sustainability and preserving the natural environment is important to his business. “Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do and we will work hard to ensure this venture operated with environmental best practice,” he said.

Tourism win: Victorian Minister for Tourism and Major Events John Eren, right, met with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys managing director Robert Pennicott at Tidal River last Friday, to announce $650,000 towards a new tourism venture for The Prom.

Minister fails drought stricken farmers GIPPSLAND South MLA Danny O’Brien was disappointed Minister for Agriculture Jaala Pulford failed to visit drought affected farmers in South Gippsland during her visit to the region last Friday. Mr O’Brien claimed the minister’s failure to visit and the government’s recent drought announcements that excluded South Gippsland showed the State Government was ignoring the concerns of Gippsland farmers. “I understand the minister met with farmers at Phillip Island to be briefed on issues affecting the local agriculture industry, but failed to visit farmers in South Gippsland who have been battling dry conditions for months,” Mr O’Brien said. “Labor has so far had a blind spot in its drought response when it comes to Gippsland and more needs to be offered to local farmers by the State Government.” However, Ms Pulford

revealed she would be returning to the region in three weeks. Though her itinerary is yet to be confirmed and Ms Pulford could not disclose where she would be visiting, the minister said she was well aware of the heartache suffered by farmers over the recent dry summer. “I am conscious of the experience of South Gippsland farmers and what they’ve had to deal with,” she said. “Our drought response in northern Victoria has shown us the escalation of drought

across the state and the need for funding triggered by the economy and the impact of drought.” Ms Pulford said she had been briefed regularly about the rainfall and understood the summer had been tough for many farmers. “I have heard from some South Gippsland farmers who were hit hard and said the summer was reminiscent of the drought in 1966. To hear this has been the worst drought in 50 years shows we need to be engaging closely with the community,” she said.

“We respect the battling farmers and will work appropriately to find a great local solution.” Mr O’Brien said South Gippsland was doing it hard, particularly dairy farmers, who had suffered one of the poorest seasons on record in some areas. “There are many areas running low on water but right across South Gippsland dairy and other livestock producers have been buying in fodder for some time due to failure of spring and this is costing those farmers dearly,” he said. “I speak regularly to farmers throughout my electorate and to banks and rural financial counsellors, and whilst the financial situation across the board is not desperate, there are certainly many farms facing increased costs and with an

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“We are usually a very safe farming area, but the current season has been a poor one and Labor needs to be doing more to support South Gippsland,” he said. Ms Pulford said The Star would be notified about her South Gippsland movements closer to the date.

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Gnarly park nearly done By Lucy Johnson LEONGATHA’S new skate park project is nearing its comple-

tion, with a grand opening imminent next month. Committee member Ben Patterson was relieved

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to see the long awaited project coming to fruition. “It is really awesome to see quick progress being made on the park and it is surprising how much has been achieved since we kicked things off,” he said. “It has been planned since the early 2000s and I merely continued on with the project as I reached my more senior years as a skate park user.” The committee attained a sports and recreation grant from the State Government valued at $100,000 to support the project. A number of local businesses and stakeholders also contributed private donations to the project which totalled approximately $400,000. “A fair number of people have helped out here or there,” Mr Patterson said. “Hundreds have donated time and money into making this happen. A number of local shops have done fundraising and many people have donated to the cause.” Whittlesea’s Independent Concreting Construc-

seats,” Mr Patterson said. “It is exciting to see this almost finished. It is great to see councils and community groups investing in the youth of today. In the long run, youth will

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he said. “While there are often complex reasons why some areas have higher burglary rates than others, home owners can effectively reduce their chance of being burgled by increasing the wouldbe burglar’s risk of being disturbed or caught. “Thieves look for easy entry into homes, so make sure your doors and windows are well secured with locks made to Australian standards and that you lock up when you go out – even for short periods. In the South Gippsland region, areas surrounding Fish Creek were recorded as having the highest burglary rates in the shire with one in 86 homes broken into. While this number is higher than all other areas in the shire, it still fares very well when compared to other regions in Victoria. “Research shows burglars are less likely to target a property if a security system is present, so consider installing a security alarm system monitored by a back to base monitoring centre,” Mr Flavell said. “It is also important to have home and contents insurance in case the worst should happen.” Bass Coast was also recorded as having more burglaries than South Gippsland Shire with one in every 91 homes burgled compared to one in 171.

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Students plea to minister By Tayla Kershaw DESPITE a second visit from Deputy Premier and Education Minister James Merlino in six months last Friday (April 1), Wonthaggi Secondary College (WSC) is still holding out for funding. Since the 2014 state election – where the opposing Coalition Government promised $21 million if elected – WSC has waited with bated breath for a funding announcement that would allow the development of an education precinct in McKenzie Street. This precinct would deliver a state of the art senior secondary school campus and may provide further tertiary education for the community with the inclusion of a TAFE or university. Currently accommodating 580 students at the McBride Campus and 670 students at the Dudley campus, the school anticipates the population will swell to 1740 – well over the school’s capacity. Although the State Government once again overlooked the opportunity to grant funding, campus principal Darren Parker was thrilled with the visit and

anticipated an exciting future for the school. “James Merlino has been here before and this time it felt like he was on top of things,” he said. “We would have absolutely loved a funding announcement but the fact that he took time to come down and connect with us and our students now and not three weeks out from an election shows he is genuine and has obvious interest.” Though Mr Merlino said he understood the challenges faced by WSC’s school community – including tired, old buildings and subpar facilities – his second visit did not reveal a funding budge from the State Government. “I can’t make any prebudget announcement but the message I hope the school received is that we are listening,” he said. “I understand the challenges. The school buildings are constrained and substandard. Regardless, the school staff has done a wonderful job and this is an exciting vision.” WSC school council president Geoff Robertson said he was pleased the school is now on the State Government’s radar. “Wonthaggi has always been considered a temporary town but it’s clear it’s here to stay,” he said. “It’s good the Deputy

just find a spot to sit or pace during lunch breaks,” Fergus said. “The teachers make the school a great environment, but the buildings are still falling apart.” Sam said he would like to see more sport facilities available, as sporting opportunities are limited in the school. “At Dudley, they have a big oval, three basketball courts, tennis courts and netball courts. It’s a big jump to come to McBride where the basketball courts

Students represented: Deputy Premier and Education Minister James Merlino and Eastern Region MLC Harriet Shing were keen to hear the thoughts and ideas for a new education precinct from Wonthaggi Secondary College’s Year 12 representatives Emily Semple (left), Sam Watson (back, centre) and Fergus McKitterick (right) at a meeting at the McBride campus last Friday (April 1). Premier has seen the school, understood the area and considers the fact Wonthaggi isn’t temporary and can’t always be bypassed.” Mr Melino also discussed the possibility of another campus in San Remo, to save bus travellers the extra distance to school. “A Year 7 to 10 campus in San Remo is part of the vision, but it’s down the

track. Our priority is the senior campus and the opportunity for an education precinct – not just for the school, but for the whole community,” he said. Year 12 students Fergus McKitterick, Sam Watson and Emily Semple said the McBride campus felt cramped, and it was a massive transition for them from the Dudley campus.

VICTORIAN Health Minister Jill Hennessy saw firsthand on Friday morning how deserving the Wonthaggi Hospital is of State Government attention. Ms Hennessy’s tour of the hospital was led by Bass Coast Health acting CEO Jan Child and co-director of the emergency department Dr James Taylor. The minister saw clearly what a first class facility the hospital is but she was also left in no doubt the $30,000 she was there to announce to fund a Clinical Services Plan for Bass Coast Health is sorely needed. The plan is the first step along the way to developing an infrastructure master plan based on augmenting the hospital’s existing services, strengthening partnerships within the region and better

servicing all the needs of the community. Dr James Taylor told the minister mental health services are based in Traralgon, a two hour drive away – for those who drive. Dr Taylor said, “Drive an hour in another direction and the health needs are different.”

Such deficiencies and differences are targets for correction in the Clinical Services Plan, the plan for the future. Ms Hennessy said, “The plan will help the health service map out its preferred future structure and configuration of services to the wider community, in or-

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Top citizen runs for council By Lucy Johnson SOUTH Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2016 citizen of the year Maxine Kiel has announced she will run for council in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s election. Mrs Kiel said she hopes she can lend her years of community service experience to council if elected in October. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think I understand the needs of the community and I have over 30 years of business experience. Those are the two things I feel I have

to offer the shire council of South Gippsland, â&#x20AC;?she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would like to see communities working together rather than individually and see more support for the cooperation of towns.â&#x20AC;? Mrs Kiel was this year named shire citizen of the year for her extensive community service in her hometown of Mirboo North, including 20 years with Mirboo North Country Development Incorporated, of which she is currently president. She also helped to develop the Mirboo North Market and was instrumental in organising Arty Gras.

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casions. The biggest work we did together was when I worked in recovery disaster planning,â&#x20AC;? Mrs Kiel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a fantastic eye opener for me, especially in seeing how council works and the power it has to set a precedence.â&#x20AC;? Mrs Kiel will discuss her experiences and the importance of women in local governance at the Stand Up and be Counted event this Thursday in Meeniyan. The event, in partnership with Gippsland Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health, will present Mrs Kiel on a panel with Cr Mohya Davies and former council-

lor Mimmie Ng to discuss the balance of power in local governance and being a voice in the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think there needs to be a balance of genders in government,â&#x20AC;? Mrs Kiel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the right people need to be in the right jobs regardless of if they are male or female, but I do think women can do anything. We can all achieve things when we set our minds to it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole of my business life was a male dominated industry and the fact I was a female did not make much difference in the roles I held.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;There just needs to be a better balance. We currently have three of nine councillors who are women. It would be great to have four or five, but they need to be right for the job.â&#x20AC;? While Mrs Kiel is determined to campaign hard in the lead up to the election, she said she will not start the election trail until June following a family holiday in Queensland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My son is turning 40 and my daughter will be 30 so I am going to enjoy that before I start campaigning,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will start my campaign

in Leongatha because not as many people know me there. I want to know what they want out of their councillors and I want to offer that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do not have an agenda and I am not standing because I want to change the world. I am standing because I think I understand what the community wants and we need to address those concerns.â&#x20AC;? Mrs Kiel will speak at the Stand up and be Counted event this Thursday at 6.30pm at the Meeniyan Food Store. To RSVP contact Jan Tracey on 5143 1600.

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FORMER Wonthaggi resident Lucas Dowson will receive a Bravery Medal after saving a child from an out of control car in May 2014. Mr Dowson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; now of Darraweit Guim â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and friend Chris Meacham from Sunbury will each receive Bravery Medals later this year at Government House. The men were cutting firewood in a paddock at a Wallan property when the incident occurred on May 4, 2014. They were standing halfway down the hill when they

were alerted by a third friend screaming. Due to a mechanical failure, the brakes in the friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ute had stopped working and it was rolling out of control down the hill. The ute veered towards their children; Mr Dowsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter Taylor pulled her brother Jesse away from the vehicle, but Mr Meachamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son was frozen in fear. The men immediately dived towards the child, managing to push him clear of danger. However, both men suffered serious injuries. While Mr Meacham rolled over the top of the ute, Mr Dowson took the full force of the oncoming vehicle. They were airlifted to the

Alfred Hospital, where Mr Dowson was put into an induced coma for five days. His pelvis had been shattered and took a number of operations to restore the bone structure. He was in the hospital for another six weeks and endured six months of rehabilitation in Brunswick. While the road to recovery has been a long process, Mr Dowson is determined keep life as normal as possible. His children, Taylor, 13, and Jesse, 10, underwent counselling sessions after the traumatic experience and have been extraordinary help around the house during their fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recovery. Mr Dowson was nominated for the Bravery Medal

anonymously. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good thing, though I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really think it was such a big deal,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my wife (Sally) and my children who deserve this medal. They deserve the recognition after what they went through. The children were there on the day and saw it all, and they were a big help to us while I was in a wheelchair. We are just trying to move on now.â&#x20AC;? Mr Dowson has returned to work as a plumber and Mr Meacham is continuing to recover, with a few operations still to come. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trips to the physio are still ongoing but otherwise its business as usual for us,â&#x20AC;? Mr Dowson said.

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Sustainability festival a success MORE than 2500 people visited the Southern Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Korumburra’s

Coal Community Park and Museum on Sunday.

Visitors received information about sustainable practices including bat-

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Bookings for speaking times are essential, phone 5662 9222. Wednesday 6 April - Council Chambers, Leongatha 12.45 pm - Community Energy in South Gippsland – Activity Update and Council Support Wednesday 20 April - Council Chambers, Leongatha 2.00pm; 7.00pm* (*by noon 19/04) Wednesday 27 April 10.00am - Public Presentation ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Wednesday 27 April - 2.00pm TENDERS Council is seeking submissions from qualified companies/applicants for the following Tenders: ? RFT/105 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF PLANT HIRE AND CARTAGE CONTRACTORS ? RFT/106 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF CONCRETING SERVICES Tenders close 2.00pm Wednesday 27 April 2016. Documentation is available from Council's website. IMMUNISATION SESSIONS Tuesday 5 April Leongatha: 12.30 – 1.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Peart Street Wednesday 6 April Mirboo North: 9.00 – 9.30am, Maternal & Child Health Centre, Brennan Street Korumburra: 11.30am – 12.00pm, Community Meeting Room, Commercial Street Free immunisations as per National Immunisation Program available. Full list of session details is available on Council's website. Bookings for catch-ups and adult immunisations are essential 24 hours prior to session. See Council's website for the 2016 Flu Program session details. COUNCIL WORKS THIS WEEK Street Reconstruction: A'Beckett St, Leongatha/John & Princes St, Korumburra Demolition & Construction: Leongatha Skate Park Footpath Renewal: Balook St, Mirboo Nth Road Rehabilitation & Reconstruction: Station St, Korumburra Construction Works: Dollar Rd, Dollar/Carmodys Rd, Leongatha Drainage Works: Hannah Rise Cres, Korumburra/Parr St, Leongatha Road Rehabilitation: Bass Valley Rd, Bena Resheet Drain Maintenance: Old Nicholls Rd, Mardan/Ten Mile Ck Rd, Delburn/Kerrs & Summer Rd, Fish Ck/Stewart & Dunlops Rd, Middle Tarwin Intersection Works: Bena Kongwak Rd, Bena Sealing Works: Yanakie/ Meeniyan/ Korumburra/ Koonwarra Pavement Stabilising Works: Koonwarra Pound Ck Rd, Koonwarra/Buffalo Waratah Rd, Buffalo Road & Vegetation Maintenance: Venus Bay Pound Ck to Koonwarra Zone & Vegetation Maintenance: Poowong East Nyora to Loch 9 Smith St., Leongatha 3953 (Private Bag 4) Ph: 5662 9200 council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au Fax: 5662 3754 www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

tery solar systems, cheese making, living plastic free, revegetation, sustainable building and renovations. Twenty-seven submissions were made to the Recycled Art Competition that required artists to create their pieces with 80 percent recycled materials. South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Bob Newton presented winners of the Recycled Art Competition: open winners, major prize to Sally Gorman for Pete the Pelican, and secondary award to Lily Gorman for Lighten on Littering. The primary award went to Mack Gorman for Oily the Octopus and the People’s Choice Award was won by South Gippsland Specialist School for Like Diamonds, Plastic is Forever.

Art work is still on display at Coal Creek Gallery until April 18. Live entertainment was also provided from the South Gippsland Concert Band and Bass Coast Pickers. South Gippsland Shire Council’s sustainability officer Kate Thomas said, “We were really pleased with the turn out on the day. It was a family friendly event and children loved getting their faces painted and participating in the amazing race against waste and circus skills. The festival’s major sponsor, Gippsland Renewable Energy and Technologies (gREat) director Len McGrath was delighted to see such a strong response from the community in regards to sustainability. The Southern Gippsland

Future thinker: Lily Gorman won the secondary section of the Recycled Art Competition. She was presented with her award by South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Bob Newton.

Sustainability Festival is a collaborative partnership event between South

Gippsland Shire Council and Bass Coast Shire Council and the venue alternates

annually with next year’s event being held in Bass Coast.

Spinning around: children were entranced by a circus performer at the Southern Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Korumburra.

Spreading word: more than 45 exhibitors informed some 2500 visitors to the Southern Gippsland Sustainability Festival at Korumburra on Sunday.

POLICE BRIEFS Shed burgled A LEONGATHA shed was burgled when offenders broke into a residential property on Andersons Road last week. Offenders entered the unlocked shed between 3pm on Friday, March 25 and 3pm on Sunday, March 27 and stole a 1988 unregistered Honda 200cc quad bike and a white, Swift craft Seagull 4.5m, fibreglass, half cab fishing boat with the registration VV077. Offenders also stole a 90hp Evinrude on a silver McKay tandem tilt trailer with the registration E04278, 10 assorted fishing rods and reels, a Karcher 1800PSI pressure washer, 2.5 litre air com-

pressor and a black trolley jack.

Drugs nabbed A PHILLIP ISLAND woman will appear in court after police located a quantity of illegal drugs in her car last week. Police intercepted the driver at 12.23 am on Thursday, March 31 after they witnessed suspicious behaviour on West Court in Cowes. Police searched the car and found seven grams of ice and three grams of cannabis. The 21 year old woman was charged and will appear in court at a later date.

Computer stolen A WONTHAGGI home was burgled after offenders broke into the residential house in late March. Offenders broke the lower panel of a window at the front of the Campbell Street house and entered the property between Sunday, March 20 and Saturday, March 26. The offenders stole a Toshiba laptop and a Netgear modem.

Bay burglary A VENUS BAY property was burgled between Monday, March 21 and Saturday, March 26. The Louis Road residence was broken into after offender(s) broke through the laundry window. The burglars ransacked the house and stole a Viano television. Anyone with information in relation to the offence is asked to contact Bass Coast Crime Investigation Unit.

Stolen from shed OFFENDERS broke into a Harmers Haven garage earlier this year and stole a range of outdoor equipment and gear. The burglars broke into the detached garage between Sunday, February 7 and Sunday, March 20 by breaking a heavy duty padlock. A Husqvarna chainsaw-14 inch bar, a Ryobi Chainsaw-16 inch bar, a blue Mountainridge jacket, a dark blue Wild Country jacket, a green Imperex

jacket and one TEAC compact stereo were stolen.

Surf rescue TWO swimmers were rescued offshore of Cape Woolamai Surf Beach on Sunday. The two men got into trouble 200m offshore from the Cape Woolamai Surf Lifesaving Club in heavy surf around 1pm. One of the men, a 16 year old from Carnegie, managed to return to shore by himself without assistance. The other man, a 16 year old from Surrey Hills, was unable to reach the shore due to heavy surf. Lifesavers attempted to rescue the man but could not reach him. Air rescue and a rescue boat from Hastings attended and located him within 30 minutes. The man was taken from the surf without sustaining any injuries.

Arsonist caught A MARDAN man was arrested for deliberately starting a fire in Mardan last week. The Mardan Fire Brigade attended a fire which had spread 100m along a nature strip on Twomey’s Creek Road at 9.30pm on Friday, April 1. While extinguishing the fire, a man approached the crew in an aggressive manner and struck the truck with a walking stick. Firefighters repelled the man by spraying him with water. Police attended and

found the man lying on the road being monitored by two fire brigade members. Some blood was found on the man’s cheek which he said was in relation to an earlier incident. The man, who was intoxicated, was then linked to a relationship dispute which had occurred earlier that day. The 56 year old man admitted to lighting the fire and will be summonsed to appear at Korumburra Court.

Drink driver caught BASS Coast Highway Patrol arrested a man for drink driving on Saturday evening. Police were stationed on Anderson Street in Leongatha conducting breath tests at 7.45pm when a man returned a reading of 0.073. The 55 year old Leongatha man will receive a penalty notice of $455 and will have his licence suspended for six months.

Shoplifter caught A LEONGATHA teenager was caught shoplifting on Sunday. The young man was reported shoplifting from Target Country on McCartin Street around 3pm. Police found the 18 year old walking nearby with more than $160 worth of stolen goods with him. The young man will attend court on summons and police are investigating whether there were cooffenders.

“THE STAR”, Tuesday, April 5, 2016 - PAGE 9

Rail lifeline for racing club

By Sarah Vella

THE South West Gippsland Transport Group is aiming to extend the railway line from Leongatha into Stony Creek, to help support the racing club. The group’s Max Semken said the group hoped to talk to Racing Victoria about the plan soon. “The Stony Creek Racecourse is too important to lose and is a vital economic part of the South Gippsland Shire,” he said. “Some in the council do not recognise the racing club could be become a larger, multipurpose venue for other sports within the shire.” Mr Semken said South Gippsland would benefit in a huge way if rail was returned to Leongatha and extended to the racecourse.

“If we can get the racecourse between 12 and 13 meetings per year, plus training facilities, the club would be a major employer in the shire,” he said. “It would be a massive boost for the shire and its people.” Mr Semken said returning rail between Leongatha and the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne would provide a measurable benefit to all of the towns along the line. He said towns would see major economic growth, resulting in an increase in jobs and business. “It all comes down to two words, economic development. Business people should start planning for a good future for South Gippsland,” he said. Meeting with the Rail, Tram and Bus Union recently, Mr Semken said they discussed how to reopen the railway line to South Gippsland.

“We are aiming for two lines from Dandenong out to the Stony Creek Racecourse,” he said. “This will allow for major development to occur in both the South Gippsland and Bass Coast shires.” Mr Semken said the return of the rail would not mean saying goodbye to the Great Southern Rail Trail. “It is my belief the rail trail should stretch from both the Pakenham and Cranbourne stations, along the south eastern regional rail loop and then from Koo Wee Rup and Lang Lang right through to Wilsons Promontory and across to Yarram,” he said. “It could even connect Leongatha to the Grand Strzelecki Track. It could become part of the future rebuild of the Strzelecki Highway.” Mr Semken said the plan to bring back the rail could happen, but just required people with vision for the economic development of the shire.

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McMillan no more Last round for Long Jetty

By Lucy Johnson

By Sarah Vella

MCMILLAN MP Russell Broadbent has expressed his desire to change the name of his electorate in the name of “practical reconciliation”. Mr Broadbent wrote to the Australian Electoral Commission on March 15 and announced last Thursday the name should be changed when the electorate is most likely redistributed in the next federal election. Mr Broadent suggested the electorate could be called Monash, after General Sir John Monash, in honour of his military career and vision for the Latrobe Valley. “Angus McMillan has a history that is well documented. His murder of our indigenous people is well known and it is time to recognise his name is no longer an appropriate one for this electorate,” he said. “It would send a message of practical reconciliation and that we actually care about these issues and if we are not responsible to our past, we do not understand our past, and we cannot get on with our future.” Labor candidate Chris Buckingham suggested the name change in an opinion piece in February and said he welcomed Mr Broadbent’s notion. “It is welcome news a sitting member in parliament has finally shown support for a name change after a decade in office,” Mr Buckingham said. “A lot of people in the area have been directly im-

THE push for Federal Government funding to save the Port Welshpool Long Jetty has continued, with another application submitted to the National Stronger Regions Fund. • Labor candidate for McMillan Chris Buckingham. pacted by McMillan’s actions or their ancestors were related to him. We have to be thoughtful and considerate as to how we do this. We need to do it once and do it right.” While Mr Buckingham identified his support of Mr Broadbent’s choice, he said the proposed name change to Monash should be discussed with the community prior to application. “It is really important local aboriginal people are involved in the conversation around what the new name should be,” he said. “I called for McMillan to be removed because I do not think it is appropriate however I did not nominate an alternative name. “We need to have a mature conversation as a community about an alternative name.” Mr Broadbent said while he nominated Monash, the decision would lie with the electoral commission. “I wrote a letter to the AEC expressing my opinion the electorate should be renamed to Monash at the

• McMillan MP Russell Broadbent. next redistribution, but I know there are other opinions circulating in the community. Again, today, I was offered more name options. The decision on what, if any, name change will occur, remains with the AEC,” Mr Broadbent said. “I do not have the power to change the name simply by making the suggestion. I absolutely support everyone exercising their democratic rights and contacting the AEC on this important issue.” Both Mr Broadbent and Mr Buckingham believe the electorate name change will coincide with the likely redistribution of electorates in the area in 2017. “There will almost certainly be a change of the boundary because of the rapid growth in the electorate,” Mr Buckingham said. “At this point it is premature to say what the name will be. Everybody has a different view, however if we have the support for a particular name that would be great. We need to have a conversation to address these ideas.”

Since the last application, the request from the NSRF has increased by $300,000 to around $4.9 million. South Gippsland Shire Council has applied for funding through the National Stronger Regions Fund four times previously without success. Before submitting a fifth application, an independent economic impact assessment study was completed on the jetty, which provided consideration of social impacts and extent to which the restoration will address social disadvantage in the area. “This was as a result of feedback provided from the funding body after the previous submission,” council’s coordinator grants and emergency management Penni Ellicott said. Jetty managing body Gippsland Ports also provided a revised cost estimate which included various considerations and construction costs escalations. “However an actual

condition assessment was not completed. If approved, a condition assessment will need to be completed prior to the commencement of works,” Ms Ellicott said. The announcement of successful applications is expected in July 2016. VRFish, the peak body representing the interests of Victoria’s 838,000 recreational fishers has called on the Federal Government to provide the funding. According to VRFish, there is growing frustration and angst within the local community and recreational fishers that appropriate action has not been taken for more than 10 years to restore the jetty. VRFish general manager Dallas D’Silva said, “We understand the Long Jetty restoration project remains in limbo due to a lack of funding to complete the full suite of works needed. “We note initial consultation and design work for options has been undertaken to clarify cost options. Our preference is for a full restoration in line with its original design including a timber deck.” Mr D’Silva said it was vital the Federal Government took action to provide the balance of funds from whatever means available. “It is imperative the Commonwealth co-in-

vests in this development and support the region,” he said. “Recreational fishing in Gippsland is worth $381 million to the regional economy annually and a restored jetty would provide improved access

for fishers of all abilities, especially families and elderly citizens.” Minister for Regional Development Fiona Nash was contacted for comment, however failed to respond before going to print.

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If your smoke alarm is more than 10 years old you need to replace it with a long life lithium battery powered alarm. MULTI-award winning author, Dr Ross McMullin will visit both Leongatha and Warragul libraries this month for two talks. The man some consider to be Australia’s greatest general and soldier, Pompey Elliott, is the subject of the first talk, at Leongatha Library. The author will draw on his award winning title Pompey Elliott and share the story of this remarkable Australian and his achievements. This title is considered, by former opposition leader Kim Beazley, to be, “one of the finest Australian biographies ever written”. The talk is at Leongatha Library, 2 Smith Street, Wednesday, April 13 at 2.30pm. CHLOE Adkins and Morgan Bolam of Lisa Pellin Dancers Leongatha competed in the City of Sale Eisteddfod last week and came out with impressive results. Chloe placed first in her tap competition character and jazz, and second in her classical and jazz improvisation. Morgan placed second in her classical division and received three honourable mentions for her contemporary, tap and jazz improvisation.

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Is the signage adequate enough? These are just some of the questions on this year’s Great Southern Rail Trail (GSRT) survey, launched at Easter. The GSRT Committee and South Gippsland Shire Council are hoping to collect a strong sample of surveys from visitors and locals that will help to direct future marketing activities and promotional material. “The survey is a great way for us to get feedback from people who use the trail,” said Ned Dennis, council’s coordinator community strengthening. “The survey helps the rail trail committee and council to better understand who uses the trail and what the economic benefits are for our local townships. It also helps us to recognise areas for improvement and consider how to work in partnership to deliver effective outcomes.” Last year’s survey attracted many respondents and this year the rail trail committee is anticipating an even bigger response. “The opening of the Black Spur section of the trail has attracted a lot of interest,” continued Mr Dennis. “The rail trail committee is confident it will get many locals and visitors using the trail during April, which hopefully will mean lots of survey responses. Council would encourage anyone who would like to complete a survey to please do so.” To complete a survey, go to: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/GSRTsurvey2016 or for a hard copy please phone council on 5662 9200. The Great Southern Rail Trail survey will close on April 30.

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One shop to stop: from left, Steve Vuillermin, Tyrone Zukovskis and Brent Casbolt inspect some of the timber flooring options available in the South Gippsland Homes showroom where there are options, cleverly displayed under the one roof and in the one room, to satisfy the most discerning client.

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Best repairs recognised CPK McLaren MotorBody Leongatha has backed up its impeccable service after gaining a finalist position in the Inaugural VACC Industry Awards for Best Body Repairer, last week. The Leongatha family owned and operated business received the news it was the only body repairer in all of Gippsland to make it to the upcoming awards presentation on May 7. “ VA C C t o l d u s i t w a s overwhelmed by the number of entries it received and the high calibre of applications, so we are very pleased to be one of the eight finalists in the Best Body Repairs category,” Pam McLaren said. “We are the only finalist from all of Gippsland. There are 576 VACC

Mayor’s message

Some issues can’t be remedied in silo or solo. Some issues need a whole new viewing angle, a whole new language, a whole new system and framework and a big commitment from just about everyone. When the RMIT Centre for Innovative Justice says that family violence is the ‘core business’ of our justice system, you know something needs to be done. When we ask but “Why doesn’t she just leave?” rather than “Why does he continue to be violent?” and when we learn that, should she leave, she is seven times more likely to be

killed, then something really is not right. If you are in it, it is always ok to talk to someone about it or ring for help, as you are not on your own and it is not your fault. The Royal Commission into Family Violence Report was released this week following over 1000 submissions and 200 plus hearings around the State which saw a hefty 1900 page report came back with 227 recommendations Victorian Premier, The Hon Daniel Andrews MP, has promised to implement to overhaul Victoria’s broken family violence system. This initiative is one to be commended and stemmed from an election commitment following the death of Rosie Batty’s son at the hands of his

father. One of the many recommendations also mentions local councils and their role. Our Council, along with Phillip Island Nature Parks, has been active in this area and late last year started the White Ribbon Accreditation process. Last week Councillors were also part of the workshop. The process is to prevent and respond to violence against women and gain knowledge and skills to address the issue so we can improve the safety and morale of our staff and organisation, and also be an active bystander should we hear or see anything untoward and wrong in our community.

Eisteddfod entries opening soon ENTRIES for The Great Southern Star Eisteddfod will open this Monday, April 11 at 9am. President Nella Mitchelson said this year’s 7th annual dance event is expected to be another big one. “We filled up with entries very quickly last year and this will happen again this year. We only have room for about 700 entries so I would urge anyone

interested in entering to do so as soon as the entries open next Monday,” Mrs Mitchelson said. Entry forms are available online from The Great Southern Star Eisteddfod website. Download the forms, fill them out and send the forms to PO Box 316, Leongatha, with your payment. Or pay online and attach your receipt to the entry forms when they’re posted. Entries close April 29 but may well fill up earlier. This year’s huge dance

event takes place on August 1214 (Friday-Sunday); the major sponsor for all seven years has been The Great Southern Star newspaper. A class for classical champion will be held on the Thursday night prior to the eisteddfod opening. “We expect to be inundated and we hope the majority of people can be accommodated,” Mrs Mitchelson said. “But as usual it will be oversubscribed and some unfortunately will miss out.”

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OPINIONS

Free camping hurts business

AN OPEN letter to South Gippsland Shire councillors and CEO Tim Tamlin regarding the Franklin River Reserve. Since the adoption of the RV Strategy and the formal approval of Franklin River Reserve as a free camp site, the usage of this reserve has dramatically increased. We have been regularly recording numbers of users of this reserve over the last few months and over January the numbers were anything from 20 to 40 different vehicles and camp sites per night. It was common when campers left the reserve to see patches of nearly dead grass which clearly indicates they had stayed longer than two days/48 hours as stated in the RV Strategy. We have continued to observe and record numbers of users in February and March and it appears the use of this site is escalating. Over the March long weekend campers started establishing their sites on the Wednesday and Thursday and were still there on the Monday. This is not within the two days/48 hours as stipulated in the strategy. The numbers of campers using the reserve during February and to the date of this letter has been in excess of 20 different groups per night. Few of the people staying at the reserve are in self contained vehicles and they are leaving bins

overflowing, reinforcing that these campers are not ‘leave no trace’ as is commonly touted by the CMCA. Photos of grass killed by the many camp fires that have been in use over the last few months also reinforces these users are not “leave no trace” campers. The use of this reserve is directly impacting our business. We have calculated that since the end of the January school holidays, revenue from sites is $75 per day down on last year. This is in spite of our park being busy with several group bookings during this time. If we had not had these group bookings the reduction in revenue would be substantially higher. This is having a direct impact on our ability to employ staff and fund projects which employ tradespeople from the area. The decision by South Gippsland Shire Council to allow free camping at the Franklin River Reserve, in close proximity to two commercial caravan parks, is both short sighted and unnecessary. If our park continues to have such a reduction in revenue on sites we will have to seriously look at reducing the number of sites within our park and using them in another way. This will then reduce the number of sites available to those who want to stay in commercial caravan parks and the direct result of this is less revenue for the town and nearby services. Of course the patronage of the Franklin River Reserve will

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continue to rise at the detriment of local people who would like to use the reserve as a park or picnic area and will also increase the cost to the shire to maintain the services at the reserve. Surely the frequency of cleaning the toilets must have increased with the number of people using the toilets and if it hasn’t then this is a huge health risk to the campers. Current caravan park regulations require caravan parks to have an Emergency Management Plan. This plan requires us to have adequate access to water for the CFA to fight the fire and stipulates caravans, tents and dwellings in our park have at least two metres separation between them. This is not happening at the Franklin River Reserve and if there was a fire then evacuation from the reserve and CFA access would be very difficult and dangerous. Flooding and storm damage is also a risk at the reserve that is not managed. Part of your RV Strategy was to encourage industry feedback and this is our feedback. Your actions are detrimental to our business, reduce our ability to employ people, are costing ratepayers money and allowing more and more people (who do not pay rates in our shire) to have a free ride. We urge you to reconsider this position and only allow free camping in remote areas where there are no amenities, no services paid for by rate payers and no detrimental impact to commercial businesses within the shire. Rachel and Andrew Brown, owners of Toora Tourist Park.

Council legitimacy questioned

E D I T O R I A L

Wonthaggi must win from budget THE State Government is certainly building up the hopes of the Wonthaggi and Bass Coast communities ahead of the looming state budget. A delegation of six ministers visited the region on Friday, taking in schools, medical facilities, a farm, Inverloch Surf Life Saving and Eagles Nest, and Wilsons Promontory National Park. On top of their list of issues to consider was funding for a new Bass Coast education precinct and also the financial plight of the Wonthaggi Hospital. Education Minister James Merlino visited the McBride campus of Wonthaggi secondary for the second time in six months to hear yet again about the cramped, outdated facilities the rising number of students grapple with, despite the school’s enrolment likely to increase with every passing year. While Mr Merlino listened intently, he did not open the government’s wallet and the earliest that may occur is when the state budget is delivered on Wednesday, April 27. Wonthaggi was designated by the previous Coalition Government as a regional growth centre. This label at least recognised the region’s rapid growth but the community is yet to see funding to match. The government also unveiled money for a plan for the Wonthaggi Hospital. This was recognition of the financial plight of the hospital, particularly given the high cost of running an emergency department, but this funding does come on the heels of the departure of the former CEO Veronica Jamison. Why could the State Government have not taken action earlier? The State Government ministers came and no doubt enjoyed cups of tea and sandwiches. But as the saying goes, there is no such thing as a free lunch and now the Wonthaggi and Bass Coast communities expect something in return on budget day.

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I OFTEN wonder how many people would like to make change within South Gippsland Shire Council? I know I for one am disgusted at their behaviour, but unless you have done your research you will never understand why our duly elected councillors continue to attack our god given right to live on our own land without interference from our public servants. You might ask “what interference”? Well, let us take my situation of late. My wife and I have come upon hard times and were forced not by choice to shelter on our own property and live in a shed built many years ago. My shed was built for storage. Luckily for us as it had old left over furniture, and if it wasn’t for the generosity of the public at large we would have gone cold and hungry many times, as this was the case in the first six months. A knock on our shed door one evening was about to change our lives once again. We were confronted by two council officers and two police officers, and we were issued with a notice to evacuate. This short story brings with it many concerns as to the validity of councils and local government. Parliaments granting themselves sovereignty and the breaking down of the separation of power is very closely linked; parliaments granting themselves sovereignty was one of the major concerns our forefathers had during the building towards federation. This is of enormous concern

to the subjects of Australia and is a major step towards dictatorship and away from democracy. This really rings bells with me when I think of the way the State Government interferes with our democratically elected councillors. Still you would think maybe one councillor worth his or her pound of salt would stand up for the people in the Shire of South Gippsland and take the blinkers off. In regards to local government, in 1988 the Commonwealth Government, in line with section 128 of the Commonwealth Constitution, had a referendum in relation to local government. The writ in that referendum, behind one of the questions, was do the people of Australia wish for the establishment and continuance of a form of local government and that local government be able to be make local laws. That referendum was soundly defeated yet when we look around us, local government and local laws are being forced upon us, regardless of the no vote in the referendum. So what does this all mean? It means there is something wrong in our country when a family can’t take shelter on their own land because the local Government Act says so. I was of the opinion we only have two tiers of government in Australia. I have done my research and I cannot find any law or statute that allows our parliaments to disregard the people’s voice at a referendum. Local government stands invalid and should be treated as such. Maybe then we might be able to enjoy the fruits of our labour and take shelter on our own land if the need arises. Anyone wishing to discuss council or local government, feel free to get in contact with me on 0408 258 066. Ken Irwin, Foster.

Boarding rail campaign INTERESTING to read in last week’s Star the response of Chris Caton (South and West Gippsland Transport Group) to MP Danny O’Brien’s comment “rail a distant goal” for South Gippsland. Like many, I thought train travel in South Gippsland was finished and buses were good enough, but Chris’s arguments on passenger numbers and the return of train services to other towns, along with the development of Melbourne’s south-east and the significant economic, employment and tourism opportunities made for a rethink. Regarding other recent contributions that we should be pushing for the rail extension to Lang Lang. Whether the rail trail can run alongside the rail line to Korumburra (and beyond), and the ongoing railyards concerns in Leongatha should also be discussed. Do we want the trains back? I would like our council to organise a public meeting as these are big questions for the future of South Gippsland. Steve Finlay, Leongatha.

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Budget rejection I WOULD like to register my extreme dislike with the extremely unpleasant or unacceptable: grandstanding and trumpet blowing by some councillors of South Gippsland Shire Council in relation to the proposed budget. All I see is a warmed up slapdash and copies of previously prepared versions based on the same worn out methodology and outdated budget formulation practices. I don’t think anyone has ever heard the term ‘zero based budgeting’, let alone knows how it works. The profit and loss statement just re-iterates the same bloated fat cat establishment with pay increases that are unsustainable, unacceptable and unprofessional. Even worse is the comment by a councillor this is necessary to attract and retain suitable staff. Fat cat salary increases, in particular due to ‘banding’, are unsustainable and money has to be diverted from other areas to accommodate these indulgences. Sooner or later this will result in chaos and unmanageable problems in particular with an outfit whose only solution is to raise more money instead of having the expertise to manage competing priorities on a professional basis. I see many more budget items of deep concern and soon I hope to detail much more, including what I term the Mad Bad Capital Expenditure Budget. ‘Noblesse Oblige’, a concept more used – and indeed more practiced - overseas. I recommend to the gang of six to look it up and take notice. My interpretation is that “If you want to be treated as the full quid, you better behave like it”. Unfortunately to date I have seen nothing that comes even close. There is much noise and backslapping about the “low” 2.5 percent rate increase which of course is very misleading. The fact is rate increases are applied to a base which is already unacceptably high and becomes even higher when soon to released “revaluations” are added and most likely will result in effective actual rates increases of around five percent. Professional management circles regard endless waffle, claptrap, spin and backslapping without substance as just ‘input’ and as such totally useless. And under no circumstances to be confused with ‘output’. As a youngster I was told very early it is very easy for any idiot to spend and spend without restraint or thinking, in particular other people’s money. Ratepayers please note. Gus Blaauw, Venus Bay.

Demise of junior football I NOTICED an article in last week’s Star written by Dean Cashin, a director in the Alberton Football Netball League who discussed why some of the Alberton League clubs are not fielding junior football teams in 2016. With comments of clubs continuing to work hard to recruit players I find it hard to understand why there was no mention of the state-wide changes made in 2016 by AFL and AFL Gippsland to enforce a two year

age gap for junior football - now under 10,12,14,16 and 18 teams. This policy is well suited to the metropolitan area and larger country communities but our smaller towns need the three year age difference to find the numbers of players from our local schools to field teams. The 2016 season has commenced with Tarwin not having any junior teams (under 16s and 18s), Allies and Foster without under 18s, and Toora without their under 16s age group. Again we have decisions made by a higher authority that affect our local communities and country football survival. The Foster football club has reached its 125 year milestone, as have some local neighbours. When junior players are removed from your club your future life line is in doubt. Marilyn Flett, Foster.

Get involved in politics THERE are so many local issues: water supply, refugees, ice, CSG, public transport, employment, school funding and domestic violence are just the start. What do federal MPs decide is the most important issue for their last working day? Job security for politicians. People in pyjamas, joking through the night, arguing about changes to the way we elect them. Yelling at each other and quoting Monty Python. They get a minimum $200,000 a year to represent us. Obviously we are not getting value for money as they make self-interest their priority. Our current member for McMillan spoke twice in Parliament in three days. He commended the investigation into Craig Thomson but before that he used the opportunity to advocate for us to take a cheap shot at Greens who catch trains to the Latrobe Valley. This is from a fellow who travels in luxury at our expense. Much of this Canberra chaos would be avoided by introducing fixed terms, as we have at state and municipal levels. Elections should be an orderly process, not an opportunistic farce. The electoral changes being introduced make sense but surely they need to be enacted after proper debate and only apply to future elections. Like it or not, Ricky Muir and the other senators were elected for a six year term. Premature removal has the taint of unfair dismissal along the lines of 1972 (Federally) and 1932 (NSW). A double dissolution will still deliver a bunch of politicians into the Canberra bubble. The only way to improve the quality of our representation is to elect people who closely reflect our values. The best way to achieve this is to join a party and have a say in the development of policy and pre-selection of candidates. All the major parties have active branches in Bass Coast and South Gippsland. If we want to end the age of entitlement in Canberra we need to actively participate in politics. Geoff Ellis, Wattle Bank.

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Put your phones away and pay attention THE Transport Accident Commission is reminding Victori-

ans to put away their phone and pay attention when walking or

driving. Nearly 200 pedestrians have lost their lives

on Victorian roads in the past five years. Despite far less con-

No phones: hefty fines and demerit points will cost drivers heavily who are talking on phones whilst driving.

gestion in rural areas, more than a quarter (56) of those people died outside metropolitan Melbourne. TAC chief executive Joe Calafiore reminded Victorians a lapse of concentration when out walking could turn deadly. “We all know pedestrians will come off second best in a crash with a vehicle like a car, tractor, truck or motorbike,” Mr Calafiore said. “What we are asking pedestrians to do is be aware of their surroundings at all times and put away the mobile phone when out for a walk or a drive. “Distractions are a major cause of road trauma and all road users, whether they’re drivers, pedes-

trians, cyclists or riders, are at risk when their attention is taken from the important task of using our road network,” Mr Calafiore said. TAC road safety research has revealed about half (51 percent) of regional drivers admit to answering or making a phone call while driving. More than a quarter (27 percent) of regional drivers said they read text messages while stopped at traffic lights, less than those drivers from metropolitan areas (36 percent). However, regional drivers were more likely than city drivers to read a text while actively driving (14 percent versus nine percent). “Whether you’re driv-

ing a car that’s moving or at a standstill, using your phone without a handsfree kit just shouldn’t be an option,” Mr Calafiore said. “Rural roads often have higher speeds, so if you’re looking at your phone for just a couple of seconds while driving at 100km/h, you’ll travel almost 50 metres virtually blind. “Installing hands-free technology while minimising your talk time, asking one of your passengers to look after your phone or even placing it in the boot are all better options than risking your life or others,” Mr Calafiore said.

Look out for bikes on the ride LEONGATHA Cycling Club is about to commence its road season for 2016 and many are out on the roads training ahead of the first race this weekend. Recreational and race riders and motorists taking to the road are being encouraged to look out for one another to avoid tragedy. The Transport Accident Commission push comes after 11 cyclists lost their lives in Victoria last year, the

highest number since 2006, when 14 riders were killed. TAC acting chief executive Tony Dudley said motorists could expect to see large amounts of cyclists setting out while the weather is still mild. “Now, more than ever, it’s vital cyclists and motorists look out for one another,” Mr Dudley said. “While drivers are encouraged to keep a safe distance from cyclists, riders can also play their part by wearing highly visible clothing, safe footwear and, of course, helmets.

“Tragically, we’ve seen a second successive rise in lives lost on Victorian roads in 2014 and 2015, and this is reflected in cyclist fatalities (11, up from 10, up from 6). “Road safety is a shared responsibility and, together, we can achieve our goal of zero deaths and serious injuries.” For every cyclist killed, there are dozens more who are hospitalised with serious injuries from crashes. Mr Dudley said cycling’s growing popularity, Victoria’s escalating population and rising vehicle registra-

tions were all reasons for a concerning increase in cyclist road trauma. “Clearly, cyclists don’t have the same level of protection as people in vehicles,” Mr Dudley said. “That vulnerability means even the slightest impact between a vehicle and a rider can have drastic consequences. It’s crucial drivers keep at least a metre away from cyclists to ensure everyone gets where they’re going safely.”

Bikes come off second best: bike riders always suffer the most when a collision occurs.

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Ambulance station looking tired By Lucy Johnson LEONGATHA’S ailing ambulance facility would benefit from government funding within the next few years for building upgrades but it remains a low priority. Compared to sparkling new stations in Korumburra and Wonthaggi, Leongatha’s could certainly do with a spruce up, particularly externally. The interior however appears to be functioning sufficiently at the moment. Leongatha station officer Gordon Bowman said some design flaws have hindered operations at the Jeffrey Street station. “Being in this station is like being in an old home without an open living plan. It can be modernised but not completely,” Mr Bowman said. “We have always been in it but it is a bit different. Everything still works but some of the layout could be better. For instance the training room is far away from the staff room.” The current facility was last renovated in 2009 with major works done to the internal structure of the building. Prior to operating as Leongatha Ambulance Station the building was a headquarters for South Gippsland in the 1980s with a control room and fit for 23 staff members. Today the station operates solely for Leongatha

and surrounds with 16 full time staff. “We are mainly focused on expanding our storage room at the moment,” Mr Bowman said. “It stores a lot of important equipment and it is a security issue. Some staff members would prefer big, new, shiny spaces but for those of us who have been at the station for a long time, we appreciate what we have.” Ambulance Victoria Gippsland regional director Simon Jemmett said all stations undergo regular reviews “to ensure they are maintained to workplace standards”. “We upgrade or rebuild branches when necessary and acknowledge the Leongatha building will require replacement over the coming years,” he said. “The Leongatha branch was extended to encompass the old station officer’s residence during its last significant renovation in 2009. Four rooms were incorporated in the renovation and the inside refreshed. “In recent years, new or renovated branches have also opened in South and West Gippsland at Warragul, Korumburra, Grantville, Cowes, Wonthaggi and Mirboo North.” Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien said while some branches have received funding, the State Government has failed to prioritise emergency service facilities in regional Victoria. “Health and emergency services funding needs to be focused beyond the tram

tracks and that includes places like the Leongatha Ambulance Station,” Mr O’Brien said. “Again, it is very disappointing Labor has made no provision for country fire stations. I have written to the minister and raised in Parliament the need for station rebuilds at Mirboo North, Yarram and Foster, but Melbourne Labor has made no provision for these important works.”

Give it a facelift: the Leongatha Ambulance Station may work sufficiently well inside but the exterior looks pretty tired and could do with a spruce up. New stations at Korumburra and Wonthaggi are certainly streets ahead of the station at Leongatha.

Farmers represent rural views ARE you a farmer or involved in agriculture in Bass Coast and want to have input on issues that affect you? Formed in 2013 to create a forum for discussion between Bass Coast Shire Council and the agricultural sector, the Bass Coast Rural Engagement Group (REG) is now looking for new members. The group meets quarterly to discuss matters that impact the rural sector, provide opportunities to network and collaborate with key stake-

holders, and provide advice to council on its strategic direction. Other members in the group include representatives from Bass Coast Landcare Network, Victorian Farmers Federation, Agribusiness Gippsland, councillors and council staff. REG member and Glen Forbes farmer Bruce Spiden said the majority of members have farming backgrounds and agricultural interests; mostly dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the shire. “It’s to link councillors together with the agricultural community and try and pass

on information that we get as a group to the general farming community,” Mr Spiden said. “We’re trying to make it a bit more proactive and get new people involved who have some good ideas. I believe we need to get social media more active on our side to get the community aware of what we’re doing. “We provide some really solid input regarding rates, land size, building permits and all the rest of it. I think we can be a lot better and it’s a focus to make sure we can use all the information we get, and that the councillors

listen to what we say.” Council is seeking expressions of interest from those involved in agriculture in Bass Coast to participate in this advisory committee. Members will be selected to ensure the REG represents geographical locations, rural activity type and farm size. Leadbeater ward councillor Clare Le Serve said issues discussed by REG have included the rural land use strategy, differential farm rates and the land management rebate. “Agriculture is a significant sector of Bass Coast’s economy and it’s very im-

portant to us we maintain a strong and effective working relationship with those involved in agriculture,” Cr Le Serve said. “The group has been a valuable source of information, discussion and feedback from our local community and I encourage anyone involved in agriculture to submit an expression of interest.” For those wanting to apply or more information, please contact council’s coordinator economic development Roslyn Jenzen on r.jenzen@basscoast.vic.gov. au or 5951 3317.

3% of Victorians work on farms.

Almost 30% of workplace deaths occur on them. While Victorian workplaces have never been safer, Victorian farms remain the most dangerous. It’s up to every man and woman working on the land to stop and think about safety. Because those few seconds could save your life. And your livelihood. visit worksafe.vic.gov.au/farmsafety

Farm deaths are preventable.

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Best in the business, again LEONGATHA Holden has once again proven it is the superior dealership after it recently took out another top customer service gong. General manager Russell Hemming said his team of experienced professionals reaped the rewards after taking out the Holden Grand Masters award this year. Part of the Gippsland Holden franchise, the South Gippsland Highway dealership took out the award for the 19th year in a row and is the only Australian dealership to attain so many awards, let alone

consecutively. “The award is based on customer satisfaction, meeting sales targets and quality of service,” Mr Hemming said. “We are the only one to get so many and the award is held in very high regard.” Mr Hemming also received a sales guild award for his exemplary service to customers in his three years at the new showroom. “It is really rewarding to have our hard work acknowledged,” he said. Mechanic Ayden LeeBrown is also coming up in the ranks after achieving his bronze certification.

Technician Simon Lawson has also achieved gold certification with 15 years experience. “Ayden has been with us for two years and his service has been impeccable. We also have a very experienced technician, Graeme Drysdale joining us this year,” Mr Hemming said. “Customers can rest assured knowing they can experience great customer service here which can also be supported by our outstanding workshop.” For those with limited mechanical knowledge, customer services assistant Jeff Margie has years of experience in

Dream team: from left, the Leongatha Holden team of Russell Hemming, Neil Forth, Jeff Margrie, Ayden Lee-Brown, Simon Lawson and Graeme Drysdale are there to help you with all your vehicle needs. the workshop and can explain every vehicle’s needs in understandable terms. Over in the showroom, Neil Forth has just joined the stellar sales team after a decade of experience in retail.

New arrival: from left, Russell Hemming and Neil Forth of Leongatha Holden have once again been recognised as the best in the business after winning the Grand Masters Award.

“It is his first time in car sales and he is learning very quickly,” Mr Hemming said. “It is great for us to be recognised for the work we do here and we look forward to servicing Gippsland in the future.”

Award winner: from left, Russell Hemming with Bronze Certificate award recipient Ayden LeeBrown in the showroom at Leongatha Holden.

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Council will be replacing the rubbish bins in Leongatha’s Central Business District this month with environmentally friendly recycling and rubbish bins to provide residents and visitors with the option to recycle their waste when on the street. The $84,110 project was funded through the Australian Packaging Covenant Industry Association with a grant of $53,863. Council funded the remainder of the project with existing operational budget. It’s important residents and visitors have the option to make sustainable choices and the introduction of public place recycling bins will help reduce the amount of litter waste sent to landfill from Leongatha each year. By reducing rubbish going to landfill we support the future of our environment. What additional facilities would you like to see on the Great Southern Rail Trail? What sections of the trail have you completed and what features do you look for? These are just some of the questions on this year’s Great Southern Rail Trail (GSRT) survey, launched this Easter. The GSRT Committee and Council are hoping to collect a strong sample of surveys from visitors and locals that will help to direct future marketing activities and promotional material. The survey helps the Rail Trail committee, and Council, to better understand who uses the trail and what the economic benefits are for our local townships. It also helps us to recognise areas for improvement and consider how to work in partnership to deliver effective outcomes. The opening of the Black Spur section of the trail has attracted a lot of interest and we are confident we will get many locals and visitors using the trail during April, which hopefully will mean lots of survey responses. I would encourage any-

one who would like to complete a survey to please do so. You can complete it online at www.surveymonkey.com/s/GSRTsurvey2016 or for a hard copy please phone Council. The Great Southern Rail Trail survey closes on 30 April. Australian Healthcare Week 2016 was held recently and it was celebrated with a national conference addressing healthcare infrastructure development, technology management, procurement and aged care all under one roof. Healthcare is going through a massive transformation driven by advances in technology that presents the industry with new ways of delivering services more efficiently and effectively. Australian Healthcare Week prompted service providers and other stakeholders to rethink their current approach to the design and operation of tomorrow’s healthcare facilities to ensure they respond effectively and efficiently to the health issues facing Australia in the future. We are lucky to have a number of aged care facilities in South Gippsland where staff go the extra mile to ensure residents have all the necessary care. I recently had the pleasure of meeting staff at Carinya Lodge Hostel in Korumburra. A big ‘hello’ to all of the residents there and at other aged care facilities in Foster, Leongatha and Mirboo North. I know how important such facilities are in providing support to the elderly and perhaps the greatest support of all to the aged in our community comes from family and friends. Seniors Week 2016 is just around the corner. Do you know a senior who is making a difference in their community through volunteering? You can have their contribution acknowledged by nominating them for one of several Victorian Seniors of the Year awards. Nominations in five categories opened on Monday, April 4, 2016. You can download a nomination form from www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/ festivalsandawards.

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Open again: Malcolm Hopwood and his trusted team have reopened at the business' new Sanders Street shop this week.

Hopwood’s move into ’Burra industrial estate LONG established and trusted appliance retailer and repair shop, Hopwood's Korumburra, has reopened in Korumburra's industrial estate. Hopwood's opened its doors at its brand new space at Factory 3, 10 Sanders Street on Monday,April 4. “It is a great new location for us and we can now stay open from 9 until 5 Monday to Friday,” owner Malcolm Hopwood said. “We have decades of experience and competitive prices to give our customers the best possible deal.” The local favourite family business will continue to service appliances in the region while offering the best deals

on top range whitegoods and appliances to suit every household. The husband and wife dream team, Malcolm and Kay have been working with son Adam for 21 years to ensure South Gippsland customers receive optimum reliable service on the best products from Fisher and Paykel to Sunbeam, Simpson and Electrolux. “We offer great deals on everything from fridges to washing machines and we have a range of goods on display for customers to come in and enquire about,” Mr Hopwood said. The evolving business looked for a larger space after it reached maximum capacity in its former location. “We are back open as per usual and are looking forward to serving our valued customers,” Mr Hopwood said.

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Band makes history THE first female president in the history of the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band hopes to attract more young players to Leongatha’s longest established community group. Natalie Stewart was named president at the brass band’s annual general meeting recently, taking over from Darryl Hunt who held the role for 18 years. Natalie started with the band as a learner in 1991 and her grandparents Jim and Jean Stewart were life members of the band. Her late father Kingsley was a cornet player, treasurer, committee member and stalwart of the band for many years. Band vice president Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks praised the service of Mr Hunt and his wife Judy, both life members of the band. “I would like to recognise Darryl’s efforts over 18 years and for leaving the band in exceptional condition,” he said. In his last president’s report, Mr Hunt thanked the band’s two major backers, South Gippsland Shire Council and Leongatha RSL sub-branch, for their continuing support. “The band is very grateful for the

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to former musical director Ben Stein for preparing the band to a higher standard. Two awards were presented to band members at the annual meeting. The George Rayson Award for Most Improved Player was given to cornet player Judy Stampton for her significant progression. Mr Rayson was a long serving bandmaster with the Woorayl Municipal Band – the band’s predecessor from the 1930s to the 1970s. The Stan Elliott Memorial Trophy for Band Person of the Year went to Neville Drummond for his commitment to rehearsals and travelling to events. Mr Elliott was also a longstanding member of the band and previously a member of the Wonthaggi Citizens Band. South Gippsland Shire Councillor Jim Fawcett officiated at the annual meeting. The new committee is president Natalie Stewart, vice president Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks, secretary Doug Appleton, treasurer Brad Lester, musical director Rod Coughran-Lane, deputy musical director Eric Cross, librarian Penny Hunt, property officer Doug Appleton, assistant property officer Bruce Jarrett, drum major Graeme Heath and general committee members Ralph Christensen and Neville Drummond.

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use of the courthouse, and the annual maintenance and improvements which council carries out, together with mowing the lawns,” he said. The courthouse is available for hire and has been used for rehearsals, meetings, a wedding, training and the base for Good Friday Appeal fundraising. The band continues to play for the RSL on Anzac Day and was privileged to also play at the opening of the Place of Reflection war memorial at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve in January. Mr Hunt thanked his wife Judy, saying, “I could not have done it without her. She has also done the cleaning, gardening and provided supper. “I also thank the committee members past and present for their assistance.” In the last 12 months, the band has performed at Australia Day at Leongatha and Pound Creek CFA, Music for the People at Mossvale Park, Toora Post Office centenary, Anzac Day at Leongatha and Foster, Christmas in July, Foster RSL mess dinner, Carols at the Drome, Leongatha Hospital and at several citizenship ceremonies. “A highlight of the year was the Latrobe Valley Eisteddfod at which the band had not contested for several years,” Mr Hunt said. The band achieved third place in D Grade, for which Mr Hunt paid tribute

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at the farm gate. About seven years ago, Sharon and her husband Rob, decided to do a basic beekeeping course which was being run in Leongatha. After doing the course they were both hooked on beekeeping and went about learning as much as they could about bees. They soon set themselves up with their first hive. Such was their enthusiasm that they were instrumental in setting up a Beekeeping Club based in Leongatha. The club continues to meet with monthly meetings attended by between 40 and 50 beekeepers. Rob and Sharon started with one hive and have built up gradually to 26 hives. The honey from these hives is sold locally. Their hives also do the important job of pollinating their fruit and vegetables. About four years ago Rob and Sharon started marketing beekeeping equipment to local club members and hobbyists. If you would like to learn more about the gentle art of beekeeping, a Field

Day is to be run on Sunday, April 17 at Darnum Primary School, between 10.00am and 3.00pm. This event is being run by the Gippsland Apiarist Association and the theme of the day is “Honey har-

vesting and packing down hives”. A separate program is being run for beginners on that day. If you want to find out more about the Field day you could ring Bill Ringin on 5633 1326

Beekeepers: Rob and Sharon Fisher examine a hive at Tarwin Lower.

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WONTHAGGI INDUSTRIAL ESTATE Industrial estate excels BOASTING a plethora of large manufacturing companies, Wonthaggi’s industrial estate is a lively hub for local enterprise. Located along the industrial zone on the Inverloch Road – encompassing Loughran Drive – and further into town along the Bass Highway, the industrial estate is a quality supplier outlet for a range of businesses and a significant local employer. As a major service centre, the industrial estate services the broader community in Bass Coast Shire and is complemented by smaller industrial estates in neighbouring towns. Wonthaggi’s industrial estate has proven to be of high quality and is constantly buzzing with industrial activity

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Lintons enjoying the North TIM and Joy Linton embarked on a huge adventure when they moved to the Northern Territory last year and are glad to have settled into their new town. The general practitioners, formerly from Leongatha Healthcare, left for Nhulunbuy last July to take up work at Gove District Hospital. “It was harder to settle in than I thought it would be,” Mr Linton said. “Recently though I think we found a good routine. It took a while to adjust to the cultural differences here.” “The way indigenous people approach healthcare is very different and at first it was difficult to communicate because of our cultural differences,” he said. Mrs Linton has been learning the local indigenous language and recently completed her first unit of study. “It has been really hard. I am currently studying the second unit online but it is very difficult to converse in it,” Mrs Linton said. “I am learning slowly but becoming fluent is another matter. It does build bridges between the patients and I and it gives us something to talk

about other than health.” As part of her work, Mrs Linton travels by car and plane to remote homelands to conduct doctor visits. “They are very remote communities and they have different health concerns. For instance the elders do not allow drugs or alcohol so they are healthy in that they do not consume that,” Mrs Linton said. Mr and Mrs Linton’s son Andy has been working in Nhulunbuy for three years and was adopted by an indigenous family, providing his newcomer parents with relatives. “We have all new relatives who are teaching us about what we can call them. We are learning words for ‘uncle’, ‘aunty’ and ‘sister’,” Mr Linton said. Mrs Linton had the opportunity to visit her ‘sister’ in her homeland on a number of clinic visits before she passed away from cancer last year. “In her culture we are sisters and it was a really special experience getting to visit her,” she said. “Andy had made these connections over time so we were fortunate to have those when we came to Nhulunbuy.” Mr Linton said while it has taken a while to cross cultural barriers, the

community has been kind and welcoming. “The stereotypes of aboriginal culture are unfair. Family relationships are so important to them and they do a lot to look out for each other. Our society has lost some of its connectedness I think,” he said. “While drunkenness and domestic violence are prominent problems here, it is not different to our society except that it is more out in the open here rather than behind closed doors.” The pair agreed while they miss their South Gippsland friends they would continue on their Northern Territory adventure for the foreseeable future. “It is a great place to be and we are acquiring so many skills here,” Mrs Linton said. Mr Linton agreed. “It has been a challenge but we have been very persistent. We do miss our friends in Leongatha though and we would like to say a big ‘G’day’ to them from Nhulunbuy.”

New adventure: Tim and Joy Linton are enjoying their new lives at Nhulunbuy in the Northern Territory.

Surgery stops seizures LOOKING at Kerry and Glenn Smith’s two year old son Malachi, it is hard to imagine just one year ago he was in hospital experiencing hundreds of seizures a day. Malachi was diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis after he started experiencing a number of seizures on December 20, 2014. The Smith family were living in Launceston at the time (now settled in Leongatha) and ended up travelling to and from hospitals for the next three months in search of a solution. The doctors did scans and found two tubers in his brain and another enlarged one which was believed to be the source of the convulsions. “Enlarged tubers on the brain can have devastating effects on the person’s life,” Ms Smith said. “We were preparing to face the fact that Malachi may not have a normal, functioning life.” On Malachi’s worst day he had 280 seizures. The toddler was on six forms of seizure medication and was experi-

Healthy family: Glenn, Kerry and Malachi Smith are living happy, healthy lives in Leongatha after Malachi underwent life changing surgery at Royal Children’s Hospital last year.

encing hyperactive behavioural problems as a result. The doctors later discovered Malachi’s tuberous sclerosis was not in its classic form and could be minimised with surgery. “Malachi’s condition is not genetic and it started when he was an embryo. Doctors thought that if the enlarged tuber was removed, Malachi may continue to function and develop like other children and may experience fewer seizures,” Ms Smith said. “When we went to the Royal Children’s Hospital last February, they did further scans and found that the tuber could be removed and the condition was not as bad as they originally thought.” Doctors performed surgery on Malachi to remove the tuber and also removed a fifth to a sixth of Malachi’s brain in the process. Despite the drastic surgery, Malachi has miraculously made a full recovery and has continued to develop at the same rate as other children his age. “He has not had any seizures and he no longer takes any medication. Prior to the operation, Malachi could only manage to say five words and now he is catching up to children his own age. Considering how sick he was it is fantastic,” Ms Smith said. A year on Malachi has started attending playgroup with other healthy, active children and looks forward to a

Malachi’s miracle: Malachi Smith spent months in and out of hospital when he was experiencing hundreds of seizures a day. Almost a year on and Malachi is healthy and fully recovered. life without debilitating seizures. “Looking at him you would never know what happened a year ago,” Ms Smith said. Malachi was a Good Friday child in 2015 and celebrated his second birthday on the holiday, he will turn three this month and looks forward to years of celebrations to come.

Hooded plovers kept safe at the Prom Rainfall still well down THE Prom’s beaches are celebrated as a source of joy and beauty for many Victorians. Last week three endangered hooded plover chicks have fledged at the Picnic Bay beach. Hooded plovers are an endangered bird unique to Australia and spend their entire lives on beaches. They lay their eggs in the sand dunes during the summer season, making them difficult to see and increasing the risk of them being trampled or crushed. To avoid the nests and chicks being crushed, Parks Victoria rangers, Birdlife Australia and volunteers from Friends of the Prom installed a series of temporary signs and fencing, along with consistent monitoring of the sites. “The united efforts of our partners have kept this charming hooded

plover family of five safer while foraging on the beach since the chicks hatched 35 days ago” said Parks Victoria Ranger Tamara Vekich. “The parents are constantly on the look-out for potential threats while the chicks forage along the beach for food, allowing them to grow and strengthen their wings”. The Nationals Member for Gippsland South Danny O’Brien is encouraging environment groups, schools, senior citizens organisations and youth groups to apply for funding to support actions or projects that support threatened species in Gippsland South. Mr O’Brien has pledged $800,000 to the Threatened Species Protection Initiative for small-scale, local threatened species projects that helped the community to better connect with the local environment. “There are already many local

groups and individuals that are active in undertaking projects that protect threatened species and the local environment and this program provides funding to ensure they can continue the important work now and into the future,” Mr O’Brien said. Mr O’Brien said in addition to the volunteer action grants, $200,000 was also raised from a crowd funding campaign, which would be provided on a dollar-for-dollar basis. “This means that locals can raise funds for additional threatened species projects while being supported through the Threatened Species Protection Initiative.” Parks Victoria is offering free camping at the Prom for up to a week during the summer breeding season along with free training for volunteers interested in helping out with the hooded plover monitoring program.

By Hannah Box, Work Experience student AS a dry summer comes to an end, March usually marks the beginning of autumn and the wet season, but not this year. March was a brutal month in terms of rain with most recordings coming under the yearly average. The only town that came above the average was Leongatha. David Shambrook recalls that it rained for 11 days in Leongatha with 53mm. This is just above the average of 51.7mm. “Most of it came in one big fall of 40mm,”said Mr Shambrook. Fish Creek, however, did not have the rainfall they were hoping for as farms struggled through a dry month. “We only had 51mm compared to the average 68mm,” explains Neville

Buckland. Mr Buckland’s recordings show that it wasn’t a good month for Meeniyan and that the average was well below usual. Lindsey Fromhold of Meeniyan confirmed that it had only rained 8 days in the Meenyian area with only 40.8mm. Stony Creek wasn’t doing much better as Barbara Dyke recorded 48.5mm over only 5 days. “This is far less than the average rainfall for March,” Ms Dyke says. “There was no growth in the paddocks and there were cracks in the ground.” “It is a little below average and is simply not enough for a lot of farmers.” Mr Fromhold said. He explained that follow up rain is needed and that hopefully it will get better soon. “People still have shortages of water in their dams,” says Mr Fromhold, hoping things will soon take a turn for the better.

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Taxi service stretched to limits SOUTH Coast Taxis is doing everything it can to decrease the waiting time of its clients. While a number of taxi patrons have expressed their dissatisfaction with the service, South Coast Taxi director Robert Wright said the company is working hard to keep passengers happy. “We have a large geographical spread, some of which is sparsely populated with outreaching towns serviced from busier centres, they cannot sustain a dedicated taxi,” Mr Wright said.. South Coast Taxis has ranks located in Leongatha, Wonthaggi and Cowes however all cabs are based in Wonthaggi. “There are 16 taxis for the South Gippsland region. Generally we have 13 of these cars on the road during

the day,” Mr Wright said. “We put a lot of effort into monitoring, analysing and predicting trends and most of the time we get it right but there are occasions when we don’t meet customer expectations on wait times,” Mr Wright said. “Our internal bench mark is anything longer than 15 minutes past a booking time is not an acceptable wait time and we are constantly working to improve our success of this.” “Last year we covered over 85,000 taxi bookings in the region with most of these being on time and 89.52 per cent of these bookings were collected in under 15 minutes.” “We are conscious that 10.48 per cent of these bookings exceeded a 15 minutes wait time and a portion of these bookings are into the acceptable level of wait time.” “This can be very frustrating to our customers

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Taxi passenger: Leongatha’s Faye Coghlan is a regular South Coast Taxis client and relies on the service to do essential errands like banking. when this occurs and it is certainly something that we do not want to put them through. This percentage of bookings is something we are working very hard to

reduce.” Mr Wright said while the solution may be to put more taxis on the road, he said drivers may be a long distance from the customer

and wait times would ensue regardless. “Most of the time we have available cars but getting someone to come in and drive for an hour or two when these situations occur at short notice is just not possible,” he said. “We have to operate and survive as a business and this is why it is not as simple as having more cars on the road. The issue is the returns can’t sustain a suitable level of income for the extra drivers.” Another problem South Coast Taxis customers are finding is miscommunication with the telephone dispatch operator. 13CABS, a Melbourne based call centre, is responsible for taking bookings for South Coast Taxis. “We provide a contact centre for South Coast Taxis, meaning that we take taxi bookings over the phone and pass these bookings

on to South Coast Taxis,” 13CABS chief executive officer Stuart Overell said. “Being part of the 13CABS network provides South Coast Taxis and their passengers access to the latest technology and a national contact centre which helps to manage wait times during peak times.” While the centralised operating system can simplify the regional business, locals are concerned that Melbourne telephone operators do not have substantial knowledge of the South Gippsland region and often make mistakes. Between wide geographical cover and poor communication, South Coast Taxis is trying to make up for customers’ lost time. South Gippsland Taxis client, Faye Coghlan said her limited mobility means she relies on the service to run everyday errands in Leongatha.

“I cannot walk everywhere so I have to use taxis,” Ms Coghlan said. “I book my taxis in advance and I have not had too much trouble however it has been double booked a couple of times.” “For people like me, having a taxi service is a necessity.” While unsatisfactory services may hinder taxi bookings, there are opportunities for drivers to take matters into their own hands. Uber offers drivers a chance to become sole traders of their own taxi service using their own vehicle. Uber services are not currently available in Leongatha because nobody has become a qualified Uber driver, however it is a possibility for the future. Many qualified drivers are offering their services to patrons in major cities and rural towns as the international business expands.

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Kik gives Facebook the boot By Helen Bowering IF you aren’t using Facebook you would have at least heard of it and noticed most people these days are either on Facebook, snapchating, tweeting or spending ridiculous amounts of time checking out video clips on YouTube. What you might not have realised for children that is - Facebook has become somewhat of a dinosaur and not the first, go to social networking site - nor perhaps is Snapchat anymore and quite possibly now at least Kik is gaining traffic. What you may well ask is Kik? Well sitting around the coffee table at work recently this so called Kik raised its head and most of us looked up with blank faces. You are excused if you too haven’t even heard of this social networking site, it seems we just get the hang of Facebook and Tweets and a whole new list of social networking sites pops up like mushrooms. Well forewarned is forearmed and here it is, Kik is a free texting app used by more than 50 million people around the world and enables users to connect with strangers. Although rated for people aged 17 and older, experts say children aged 11 to 15 are its main users. The app can be installed on iPod touch and iPad devices as well as smart

phones and instead of using phone numbers or real names to contact each other, each Kik member has a user name. And here is where the problems start, chats and images can’t be viewed publicly, which makes it much harder for parents to monitor Kik than Facebook or Twitter. The fact is Kik allows teenagers to post photographs and chats that could then be accessed by drug dealers or even paedophiles who actively trawl Kik and it has also become popular for sexting strangers. One of the worst things about Kik is that is generally hidden to most parents and it is this factor that is making the app particularly attractive to teenagers, many of who have moved away from Facebook updates because they know their parents are watching them. The advice from experts seems to be not to ban these apps but parents need to be to educated about the social media their children are using, and to set boundaries for that use. Parents should teach their children about appropriate behaviour online such as not conversing with people they don’t know, and not meeting up alone with people they’ve only chatted to online. What is most troubling for parents, struggling to keep up with the fast pace of social networking site growth is the connection with their children and perhaps not knowing what they are up to when they are on their phones and ipads for hours on end. There are many of us oldies, yes that’s right the invisible set of say over 40 year olds, heaven forbid over 50 year olds who would like to

see a little more of the good old days when we as children or teens would actually arrange to meet our friends, walk out the front door, go down the street to the local park, milk bar, takeaway or hamburger shop, sit down, enjoy a milkshake or spider, a laugh and chat about just about anything and of course get the next catch up, play or sleepovers on the go. It just seems our children are really missing out on something special, many of us took for granted, that walk down the street to get an ice-cream with our friends, climbing trees, tadpoling in the back paddock, saddling up the horses and going for a ride in the bush and being told by our parents, “Be back before it’s dark”. Not today though there

is a great desire today, more so than ever it seems to keep our children safe and rightly so but maybe we have gone a little too far wrapping our children up in cotton wool. These days our children, indeed any of us, don’t even have to move, walk out the front door or even get out of our lounge chair to catch up with family or friends. We have all these new age social network sites for that, many we haven’t even heard of but they are there and growing by the minute. Whether we choose to embrace the way our youth interact on social media or not, there is no way to turn back the clock and we either dive in at the deep end and keep up or drown in ignorance. There is an upside to social networking and many would say they find Facebook for example a great way to keep up with friends far away. But there is a down side

Tech savvy: from left, Wonthaggi Secondary College students Ava Scapin, Jessica Bohn and Chloe Bramley each have their own smart phone, capable of connecting them to a plethora of social networking apps. and that is the rise in bullying that comes with social networking on certain sites and parents being in the dark as to what their children are viewing on these phones or ipads, some feeling shut out and helpless as to what to do. One thing is for sure, social network sites are very much part of our young ones lives, and for parents our challenge is to keep up and perhaps even show some interest in what they are interested in on You-

Tube or whatever they want to share. We do have to be careful not to invade but also responsible and make sure our children are safe. It is a mine field out there trying to keep up with our children and the endless social apps such as Snapchat, Pinterest, Google, Tumblr, Flickr, Reddit and goodness knows what else. It really is daunting. But not having time, not bothered, too old for all this or whatever else we feel, this

isn’t the answer so get out there and find out what sites your children are into. They really are a great source of information and guaranteed your children will know a lot more about it than you do about the various sites out there. For starters you could check out these Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, Snapchat, Vimeo, Twitter, Pinterest, Myspace, Blogspot, Flickr, Friendster, LinkedIn, Reddit, Youtube or Vine. Good luck!

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“I use Facebook because you can see what your friends and family are up to.” Lara Garry, Wonthaggi Secondary College.

“I probably use Snapchat the most because it’s easy to use.” Taj Sleeman, Wonthaggi Secondary College.

“I use Facebook because you can see what’s happening around the world.” Cooper Scott, Wonthaggi Secondary College.

“I use Snapchat because you can talk to your friends and send selfies.” Saffi Lindsay, Wonthaggi Secondary College.

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The Good Life

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Fairytale cast announced NEWHAVEN College is proud to announce the performers for the 2016 major production Into the Woods by Stephen Sondheim. The cast of 40 talented students from Years 7 to 12 are already on the journey as they inhabit the world of many well known fairytale characters. In Sondheim’s magical musical, however, predictable stories take a number of unexpected turns as the lives of the various characters intersect; familiar characters and familiar stories don’t all end happily ever after. Through adversity, characters undergo a transformation and attempt to solve their problems in or-

der to discover their own version of a ‘dream come true’. Into the Woods is a cautionary tale that states ‘be careful what you wish for’. Head of drama at Newhaven College and show producer Will Hanley was overwhelmed by the number of students who auditioned and the talent they brought along with them. With close to 100 students auditioning, it was extremely difficult to narrow it down to the final cast. The main characters will be portrayed by Luke Ward (narrator), Jade Dalton (Cinderella), Jack McDonald (Jack), Saxon Taylor LePage (Jack’s mother), Emma Ward (Milky White), Tom Barker (baker), Jaz Hendry (baker’s wife), Jessica Wayne (Cinderella’s stepmother), Aisha Hermanto (Florinda), Sarah

Burns (Lucinda), Connor Epifano (Cinderella’s father), Cluanie Swanwick (Little Red), Emma Volard (the Witch), Maria Rosa Gatto (Cinderella’s mother), Jack McDonald (mysterious man), Finnan Donohue (the wolf), Alex Burke (Granny), Jasmine McJames-Court (Rapunzel), Mack Williams (Rapunzel’s prince), Noah Lugt-Cole (Cinderella’s prince), Byron Scothern (steward), Pearl Hunter (giant), Chloe Eberbach (Snow White) and Ellie Pearce (Sleeping Beauty). Tickets are now on sale for Into the Woods, costing $25 for adults and $20 concession and can be purchased at www.newhavencol.vic. edu.au/events. Four performances will be held at the Wonthaggi Arts Centre from April 29 to May 1.

Magical production: from left, Sarah Burns, Jessica Wayne, Luke Ward, Aisha Hermanto, Jade Dalton, Connor Epifano, Emma Ward, Jack McDonald, Saxon Taylor Le-Page, Cluanie Swanwick, Tom Barker, Jaz Hendry and Emma Volard in the midst of an intense rehearsal schedule in preparation for the April 29 opening night of Into the Woods.

Maroondah Singers’ return AFTER a fabulous, nearly sold-out concert last year the Maroondah Singers are returning to the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre to wow the audience on

April 17 with a smorgasbord of popular songs. The Musical Director of the choir, Lyn Henshall says the Maroondah Singers choir is distinguished from many other choirs by the extraordinary range of

music it can offer an audience, from jazz to sacred music, from Rogers and Hammerstein to Verdi. Henshall has conducted school and community based choirs for over 30 years; while their accompanist, Dr John Atwell, not only has extensive ex-

One off show: The Maroondah Singers will once again wow South Gippsland audiences.

perience in accompanying choirs on the piano but is also a theatre organist who has given concerts here and abroad. This year’s program has been carefully chosen to include some wellloved pieces which the big 50 voice male and female choir will polish to a new shine and sparkle. They will be accompanied this year by the very accomplished Barbershop Quartet ‘Boardwalk’, who won’t fail to impress with their tight harmonies and professional presentation. Part of the Melbournaires Harmony Chorus the quartet features Richard Fisher (Baritone), John Howell (Bass), Mark Unwin (Lead) and Lecky Webster (Tenor). The event is sponsored by the Combined Churches of Wonthaggi to raise much needed funds for the

Lyric Auditions for Shakespearian comedy A CAST of adults, late teens and children is required for Lyric Theatre’s Sep-

tember staging of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This is Shakespeare’s

most popular comedy. It portrays the adventures of four young lovers and a group of amateur actors, their interactions with woodland fairies and a duke and duchess. The work is widely performed around the world, and no wonder – it’s about the world’s most popular pastime, falling in love. But as Puck knows, falling

in love can make fools of us all. Auditions are to be held on April 23 which just happens to be Shakespeare’s birthday. An information session will be held a week earlier on April 16 at 2pm in the Eagger Studio. Further information is available on the Leongatha Lyric Theatre website.

Maroondah Singers Concert & Boardwalk Barbershop Quartet Director: Bernadette Grainger believes that this delightful comedy is a perfect way to commemorate the 400 year anniversary of Shakespeare’s death which coincidentally was also on April 23.

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Bass Coast Volunteer Pastoral Care Program, a wonderful community based program which trains and co-ordinates volunteers to visit people in the Wonthaggi Hospital and three Bass Coast Health Aged Care facilities. The concert will be held on Sunday, April 17, 2pm at the Wonthaggi Community Arts Centre. Tickets are only $25 for adults, $20 Concession and children under l6 years $5.00. Available from the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club with cash or credit card, phone 5672 1083, or at the door (cash only). Bookings and enquiries: 0409 416 246.

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Backyard Bl tz

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Time for action in the garden by Karen Haw from The Town Centre Nursery NOW that autumn is here and the weather is cooler it is time to think about garden

again. The International Melbourne flower and Garden show has just been on and if you are lucky enough to go, this is a great venue to showcase new garden trends and designs. The focus this year was colour in the garden and the increasing use of perennials

and coloured foliage. There are many burgundy foliaged plants and these give a strong statement to the garden. An exciting new release that was displayed there is the new range of Crepe Myrtles called Lagerstroemia ‘Black diamond ‘. Black Diamond Crepe myrtles are a new, spectacular series of crepe myrtles with beautiful

black leaves and bright blooms. There are five varieties in this series. The flower colours are best red, crimson red, blush, pure white and red hot. Planted in full sun, plants hold their stunning dark foliage colour over the entire growing season and bloom late-spring through late-fall. Reaching only 3 to 4 metres these semi-dwarfs are perfect for urban landscapes, small spaces and containers. In field trials, Black Diamond™ plants showed an improved resistance to both powdery mildew and leaf spot; fungal diseases that can be a problem for most crepe myrtles. Black Diamond Crepe myrtles look good with an under planting of loro-

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Backyard Bl tz

Enjoy your great outdoors this winter

Revamp your vegetable patch by Karen Haw from The Town Centre Nursery THERE are numerous vegetable plants that can be planted now ready to harvest throughout winter. Early autumn is a great time for planting a number of seedlings that require a deep root system. Cauliflower, brussel sprouts, broccoli, spinach, silver beet and other brassica seedlings do especially well. Mix some dolomite and compost into the soil to give them nutrients for establishing themselves. Broad beans are up there with radishes, as one of the easiest plants to grow in the veggie patch. March until early May is the ideal time to plant out broad beans in

Melbourne. The great thing about broad beans is that they are ready for harvest in spring. This is a time when not much else is being harvested in the garden. Sow broad bean seeds about 3cm below the surface and about 10-15 cm apart. They do not like wind and will benefit from protection. Consider tying some string between stakes to help support them as they grow. The variety Coles Dwarf are hardy, and are one of the best varieties for handling strong winds. Root vegetables like potatoes, turnips, garlic, leeks and onions do well if planted in autumn. Garlic can also be planted, just separate the cloves, plant them separately about 50mm deep and look for a fresh stock of garlic in the spring. Not everyone has room for a

large vegetable plot and seedling growers are making it easier to get a variety of plants with mixed punnets. It is now possible to buy an Asian combo consisting of Chinese Broccoli, Chinese cabbage and Bok Choi. Baby Brassica combo with Baby Cauliflower, Baby Broccoli and mini Cabbage. Beets Combo with Ruby Chard, Silverbeet Fordhook and Beetroot Detroit and Brassica Combo with Kale, Cauliflower and Broccoli. Autumn is a magical time in the garden. It’s more comfortable for gardeners and lots of plants put on a wonderful flush of new foliage or beautiful flowers. It’s also a perfect time to plant many varieties of trees, shrubs, (especially native plants) bulbs, veggies, herbs and flowers and don’t forget to feed the citrus trees. So, let’s get gardening!

Vegetable harvest: plant now to reap the rewards come winter time. Left, Broad beans: are up there with radishes, as one of the easiest plants to grow in the veggie patch. Right, Broccoli: as well as spinach, silver beet and other brassica seedlings do especially well.

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Local artist’s work shines MOO’S at Meeniyan has been transformed into a wonderful gallery space with Leongatha artist Steven Canning’s work currently on display. Mr Canning said he was thrilled to see his work hanging in the cafe and hoped visitors will share in his love of art. “I have been interested in art since ancient times in the 1980s when I was just a toddler,” Mr Canning said. “I love the arts and I think everybody should support the arts.” Mr Canning has nine pieces of his work on display at Moo’s of Meeniyan, with the series of paintings and drawings boasting his artistic versatility across mediums. Mr Canning’s favourite piece depicts a tiger which appears to be pouncing out of the canvas onto unsus-

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Mr Canning has had an incredibly successful start to 2016, having won the South Gippsland Shire Council Australia Day Award for a person with a disability in January. The Leongatha resident is not ready to take a break any time soon though. Having already sold one of his pieces prior to it going on display, Mr Canning is already working on future endeavours. “I would really like to explore graffiti art and spray painting one day soon. At the moment I am finishing off a painting of a bald headed eagle with its wings spread out,” he said. “For me the eagle represents freedom and independence. Americans celebrate Independence Day on July 4 and that is the same day I celebrate my independence.” Mr Canning is set to host a meet the artist workshop in Moo’s on Friday, April 22 from 3pm.

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FARM WORLD 2016 Evans’ 25 year backing of Farm World It’s that Farm World time of year again, and Evans Petroleum is inviting Gippslanders far and wide to celebrate another big year in agriculture from April 7 to 10.

Tradition continues: managing director Stuart Evans, left, and son, general manager, Warren Evans at the family’s Leongatha depot. The Evans have backed Farm World now for 25 years.

Joining Lardner Park as official Farm World partner for the 25th year running, the Evans team is this year particularly excited to honour the extraordinary contribution of the region’s dairy farmers. Evans Petroleum Managing Director Stuart Evans said Farm World’ 2016 theme - ‘Dairy – An Industry on the Move’ - puts a much-deserved spotlight on the lynchpin of the region’s farming economy. “Evans delivers fuels and lubricants directly to hundreds of dairies across Gippsland, so we know just how fast and hard these blokes are working to keep the region moving,” Mr Evans said. “Our latest campaign highlights the fact Gippslanders are on the

move, and dairy farmers are right at the front of that, so we are delighted one of our biggest customer bases continues to get the recognition it deserves.” This year will see the Evans Team setting up once again at the BP Ultimate Pavilion, where customers old and new can experience the good old-fashioned reliable service that has made Evans a household name in Gippsland. “Farmers are often pretty timepoor, so often it’s only our drivers who get the chance to shake hands with our customers on a regular basis whenever they deliver diesel, lubricants and VDA certified AdBlue,” Mr Evans said. “That makes Farm World one of our favourite times of the year, as it’s the one event most farmers will squeeze into their calendar for a catch up and the latest tips on how to improve on-farm productivity with the latest high quality fuels and lubricants.”

Mr Evans said farms and businesses running low on oil and lubricants this time of year could take advantage of Evans’ special 2016 Farm World offer. “All customers who buy a 205 litre drum of BP Oil will get 20 litres of mineral oil for free from our range of BP/Castrol lubricants – that’s worth up to $120,” Mr Evans said. “This offer is only valid at Farm World, so make sure you come in and get the latest and best advice from our expert BP and Castrol representatives.” Also at the Evans Petroleum Farm World 2016 stand: • Free hearing tests and flu shots. • Site visits from AFL Gippsland. • Latest products, offers and services. • Good old-fashioned reliable service. Visit the Evans Team at Farm World’s BP Ultimate Pavilion at Lardner Park, April 7 – 10

Women dairy leaders to speak THE significant role that women play within the dairy industry will be a highlight of the “Women in Agriculture luncheon” to be held at Farm World 2016, at Lardner Park, Warragul, on Thursday April 7. Three inspirational women who have played noteworthy roles in the industry will share their stories and insights with the audience. Janet Moxey has seen Moxey Farms, at Gooloogong in NSW, grow from humble conditions to currently milk 3800 cows and, through a joint venture with Perich Farms, Freedom

Foods and the New Hope Group are aiming to increase their numbers to 5000 cows. Along with her family and partners, Moxey Farms employs over 100 people. Following her husband Paul’s death in 2001, Janet has taken an active role in agripolitics including being a board member of Australian Dairy Farmers and the first female vice-president of the NSW Farmers Association. Dr Sinead De Gooyer juggles family, dairy farming and general practice, as well as being a director of GippsDairy and the Gippsland Primary Health Network. Along with husband Evan and their three children, she operates a share farming operation at Korumburra. Sinead is a general practitioner at Leongatha

• Dr Sinead De Gooyer Healthcare, focussing on mental and adolescent health. Kelly Ward is Dairy Australia’s industry promotions manager. She is a strategic communications specialist with a special interest in implementing social marketing campaigns to prompt

behavioural change. Being responsible for the communications to support the LEGENDAIRY campaign rollout, Kelly will detail the LEGENDAIRY campaign and the amazing women involved in the dairy industry. The function follows the ongoing success of ‘Ladies Day – Women in Agriculture’ and, linking in with the field days’ dairy theme, ‘Dairy An Industry on the move’, the Women in Agriculture luncheon is supported by LEGENDAIRY and Farm World Strategic Partners; the Commonwealth Bank, Evans Petroleum BP and the Baw Baw Shire Council. Last year 300 people were delighted with the revelations at the luncheon presentations. Previous speakers have included Margaret Jackson, Sue Pieters-Hawke and Dame Quentin Bryce. The luncheon is scheduled to commence at 12.00 noon and is planned to finish at 2.00pm. The $40.00 cost per head will include entry into Farm World, a light lunch, beer and soft drink. Booking can be made through www.trybooking.com/17772.

No half measures: JSL Light Engines will have plenty of stock heading over to Farm World says owner Jared Lovie, pictured.

Light Engines take show JSL Light Engine Repairs in Leongatha are again attending Farm World this year. We have been preparing for Farm World since January working with our suppliers to be able to offer industry leading deals on all our products. We will have one of the biggest ranges available including Husqvarna, Country Clipper, Masport, Echo and many more. We will also have a large range of log splitters available so we will have some-

thing for everyone. We have been able to purchase a range of superseded models and shop soiled machines which will also be available. Given that not everyone can make it to Farm World, we are offering these deals in store from Monday the 4th until Monday the 11th of April. Country Clipper mowers have been extremely popular at farm world over recent years and this year we have support from the factory so again we can offer more for less.

Young Farmers at Farm World THE inaugural Farm World Young Farmers Conference will be held in conjunction with Farm World Field Days at Lardner Park, Warragul, on Saturday, April 9. With ABC Gippsland Rural Reporter, Laura Poole, as master of ceremonies, the conference will focus on prime areas of interest for young farmers such as new technology, succession planning, alternate farming business structures and leadership opportunities in agriculture. New technology for livestock producers available now and coming in the future will be the subject of a presentation by Zac Economu, a sheep farmer and research fellow at the University of New England. These advances would include precision livestock management, virtual fencing and remote sensing of pastures. New Zealand dairy farmer, Ben Smith, will discuss his concept ‘Circular Solutions’, which incorporates a closed loop system where effluent

waste is converted through a bio-digester to produce either fertilizer for pasture and crops, fish food for his developing aquaculture business or bedding material for his cows. He uses a large range of technologies including electronic cow, effluent, water and irrigation monitoring and is planning to add an automated dairy system in the future. Alternative farming models and the options for being self-employed in agriculture without owning land assets will be discussed by John Mulvany from OMJ Consulting. Succession planning is one of the biggest challenges facing farmers and involves a process that may take ten to fifteen years. A panel discussion chaired by the Commonwealth Bank will address the issues. The panel participants cover the diverse areas of agriculture in the region: • Dairy – Damian Murphy (Dumbalk North) • Potato – Stuart Jennings (Thorpdale) • Beef/piggery – Robert Bayley

(Blackwood Piggery, Trafalgar) • Cropping/Livestock – Tim Paulet (Millring Pastoral, Toongabbie) Shane Hellwege, Group Manager Industry, People & Capability at Dairy Australia, will head a presentation on ‘The future shape of the dairy industry - where are the opportunities for young people’. Also Paul Ford who is the chairman of Agribusiness Gippsland will present on the career development opportunities in agriculture, and this session will include a case study from Graeme Nicoll, a dairy farmer and Nuffield Scholar. All in all a full gamut of important issues that will be of great interest to young farmers from all sectors of the industry. The conference will commence at 9.30am and is planned to finish at 12.30. The $70.00 cost per head will include entry into Farm World, morning tea and lunch. Bookings can be made through www.trybooking. com/169137, but interested people are urged to be quick as numbers will be limited.

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FARM WORLD 2016 Gendore makes tracks to Farm World THE team at Gendore Leongatha will be on site at Farm World from this Thursday April 7 to Sunday, April 10 to help every farmer meet his machinery match. With a wide range of heavy duty vehicles and accessories on offer, the trusted local team has expanded to host two stalls at this year’s expo to fit in all its latest products. “We could not fit all the machinery on offer in one place. We will have a lot of tractors on display and heaps of merchandise on offer,” Gendore manager Tim Burgess said. “We have an extensive range of New Holland machinery and will be showcasing some new models in the future.” With 21 years in the business, Gendore Leongatha has the expert knowledge and premium customer

service team to help every farmer with their business. With a new retail outlet opening up in Warragul next month, the team at Gendore will be able to reach out to more Gippsland farmers than ever before. “There are new models coming in this season so we will have a wide range on show,” Mr Burgess said. “With a new shop opening up we will be able to cater for farmers all across Gippsland.” Aside from exceptional service and new retailers, Gendore is working to ensure Gippsland farmers are the first to receive new machinery at competitive prices. The Sigma 4 front end loader is sure to be a sought after piece of machinery and will be available in store soon. The New Holland T4 dual command will also be making its way in store soon after Farm World. Available in four models from 115 horsepower, the T4 is sure to become a bestseller in the

industry. “New Holland has good, reliable products which are good value for money and we will always continue to stock them. Their European technology is excellent,” Mr Burgess said. “We will have a lot of different things on display including Alpego Italian products and tillage equipment.” “At this time of year we

have seen an influx of sales for seeders, spray units and feed out units. With the recent cartage of square bales in light of dry weather we have also sold a number of square balers.” Gendore Leongatha will be on site at Stall 301 and K2 at Farm World. Customers can also visit Gendore Warragul at 180 Queens Street.

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Q. IN THE PAST WHERE DID WE GET THE TRACE ELEMENTS FROM ? A. SINGLE SUPER PHOSPHATE! Q.WHERE HAVE THE TRACE ELEMENTS GONE? Some 30 years ago, legislation was introduced to prevent heavy metals accumulating throughout the food chain, and granular fertilizers were stripped of all heavy metal impurities, including trace elements. Since then there has not been a simple and effective method of applying soil stable trace elements! Originally Single Super was calcified bird droppings mined from Christmas Island. We know wherever water-birds congregate, we will find an accumulation of trace elements at high levels in the soil. We still find in soil testing on coastal areas and along waterways, that the trace elements are off the scale, but even within the same paddock where birds are not congregating trace elements are commonly deficient! However neglecting the application of trace elements to your property over extended periods will adversely affect the productiveness of your farming enterprise. Pastures and crops are far less productive on the lower levels of trace elements. For generations, the use of trace elements was a normal agricultural practice, as they were present in ample quantities in Single Super, the most commonly used granular fertiliser of its time. The pastoral industry standard is only 3 leaves on each tiller between grazing, but it is possible in all varieties to grow 4 to 5 leaves on each tiller between grazing. Another common trace element deficiency is seen in poor tillering and even in poor row closure after re-sowing. These poor responses can all be solved with the correct levels of trace elements. As soon as the trace elements have been corrected in the soil, the fertiliser regime can be streamlined, thereby giving maximum response to your on-going granular fertiliser program.

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They are soil stable, and give a long term result across all soil types, regardless of rainfall or your farming enterprise. Annual applications are made until further soil tests confirm you have reached optimum levels with no further applications being required until the traces have been farmed out, shown simply by monitoring subsequent soil tests, usually every two to three years. Basix Trace Elements are boom sprayed on to pastures after grazing, in moist conditions, where it is washed into the soil, and remains soil stable and plant available. There is no with-holding time necessary. For crop applications, Basix Trace Elements are boom sprayed any time from sowing to early stages of plant establishment. They can also applied through irrigation dripper systems or even sprayed on to bare moist soil prior to sowing.

Mark Roberts 0412 175 358 Technical Support Joy &Wayne Foot 0400 978 320 Gippsland Josh Greene 0427 598 287 Western Victoria Roy Watson 0428 526 581 Gippsland & Western Victoria Belinda Cunningham 0400 883 912 Gippsland & Ballarat District Brigid Watson 0437 849 934 Tasmania, King & Flinders Islands

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See us at Farm World Lardner Park April 7-10

Unique Solutions - Unique Display The entire Pasture, Grain and Vegetable display is grown on a Basix Trace Elements pack specially formulated for fast root zone dispersal. It is soil stable, plant available and non-leeching. All Basix Trace Elements retailers will be on-site during Farm World to discuss the value of these unique products in reducing pasture and crop production losses.

In previous years, we have displayed some of the cereal grains such as oats, barley, triticale, wheat and even peas and canola. Adding to this, we have now included many food grains (rye, rice, sunflower, chia, linseed, quinoa, amaranth, lupin, spelt, grain sorghum, teff, maize, chickpeas and buckwheat) as well as a range of beans (adzuki, black turtle, pinto, northern, red kidney, cannellini, borlotti, soy, faba, broad and mung) and even peanut and lupini to round off the grains display.

Peas

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Keeping a total of 46 varieties, some from each category, we have now added 60 new varieties to grow alongside the old. Included in the display are annuals, biannuals and perennials of ryegrasses, and perennials of cocksfoot, phalaris, brome, fescue, rhodes, setaria, panic and timothy grasses. Legumes including clovers (sub, white, arrow, persian, crimson, rose, red, berseem, balansa, and strawberry), medics (burr, hybrid, strand, barrel, and sphere) lucerne, and non-bloating legumes (sulla, serradella and biserulla) are also displayed, as are chicory, plantain, brassicas and sugar beet.

Vegetables

The vegetable display is just as diverse as the pastures and grains display. As well as peas and potatoes, both recognised commercial crops in the Gippsland region, the display also includes many other vegetables of interest for commercial production. With the rise in consumer interest in Asian Vegetables, we show a wide variety of these, along with numerous Salad Greens, Mustard Greens, Lettuces and Radishes. Sweet Potatoes of three varieties round out the Vegetable Display.

Ryegrass Cereal Rye Mark Roberts, of Basix Trace Elements, acknowledges the foresight, direction and support of the Chief Executive Officer, Mark Cockerell, in the establishment and continued success of the Combined Seed, Fertilizer and Irrigation site, and more recently the current Pasture, Grain and Vegetable display. Many thanks.

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Noted historian to visit Leongatha THE Leongatha Library and Leongatha Historical Society will host noted historian Ross McMullen on Wednesday, April 13. He will speak at the Leongatha Library at 2.30pm about World War One

War contribution: General Pompey Elliott will be the subject of a talk hosted by the Leongatha Historical Society and Leongatha Library.

General Pompey Elliott. In his talk Mr McMullen will draw on his award winning book Pompey Elliott and share the story of this remarkable Australian. Pompey Elliott is of significance to Leongatha as he officially opened the Leongatha Memorial Hall in 1926. He was also a commander at the battle of Fromelle in July 1916 at which 10 local men died. It is essential to book for this event. In the evening of April 13, Mr McMullen will be

the speaker for the Leongatha Historical Society’s annual Anzac event at the RSL. This presentation will be on Will Dyson, the subject of another book by Mr McMullen titled Will Dyson Australia’s Radical Genius. Will Dyson was Australia’s first war artist and is considered by many to be the best. He produced hundreds of Western Front drawings showing a profound empathy and sympathy for the diggers.

He was wounded twice while attempting to capture the true horror of the war. Mr Dyson’s reverence for Australia’s soldiers, their perseverance and exploits, was enduring, but he utterly detested war. Official war historian Charles Bean observed that Mr Dyson experienced at least 10 times more of the real Western Front than any other official artist, British or Australian. He felt inspired by the Australian soldier’s endur-

ance and accomplishments. Mr Dyson wrote about Australia’s soldiers as superbly as he drew them. He produced a book called Australia at War. This is not as well known but a classic. In this book Mr Dyson reproduced some of his drawings with a personal inscription on the page alongside. This presentation by Mr McMullen will begin at 8 pm and will be held in the upstairs meeting room at the Leongatha RSL.

Community cares for nature ENSURING community knowledge and input into decision making is an important part of managing and improving the natural environment. Local representatives David Sutton, Shannon Dwyer, Tricia Fleming, Rick Rutjens and Kerry Matthews joined 15 representatives from across Gippsland recently at the first Community Advisory Group meeting for 2016, hosted by West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (WGCMA). Representatives are broken into two groups, north and south, and are responsible for feeding community knowledge and ideas into natural resource management plans and projects prepared by WGCMA. It also provides members the opportunity to learn more about natural resource management and connect

with others in the area who are interested in the environment. WGCMA board chair Angus Hume said the advisory group members were an important sounding board for the organisation. “Our community advisory group members are a vital link between the organisation and the community,” he said. “They give feedback and ideas into some of the plans that we prepare, but they are also advocates within their communities for better natural resource management.” Members have been appointed to the community advisory groups on a three year term. The first meeting was held on March 10. “The groups are interested in a range of topics including climate change, pest plant and animal programs, environmental education, linking the works that happen on farm with

the marine environment and more,” Mr Hume said. Northern Community Advisory Group members include Chris Bowlen from Glengarry, Jo Caminiti from Cowwarr, Simone Louwhoff from Traralgon South, Joshua Chikuse from Pakenham, Dr David Nash from Strzelecki, Tony Platt from Maffra, Dr Amanda McLeod from Trafalgar and Barry Rogers from Warragul. Southern Community Advisory Group members include Paul Smith from San Remo, David Sutton from Inverloch, Jeffrey Amos from Yarram, Shannon Dwyer from Venus Bay, Tricia Fleming from Loch, Clara Mandaletti from Yarram, David McAninly from Staceys Bridge, Jem Milkins from Leongatha North, Rick Rutjens from Berrys Creek, Deirdre Griepsma from Inverloch and Kerry Matthews from Dumbalk.

Helping hands: from left, Janine Clark, Margaret Taylor, Glenice Wilson, Susan Morrow and Paula O’Loughlin with some of the many packs they have sewn for the Days for Girls project.

Saving girls with sanitation Environmental focus: from left, Southern Community Advisory Group members Rick Rutjens, WGCMA board member John Anderson, David McAninly, Kerry Matthews, Deidre Griespma, Tricia Fleming, David Sutton, Jeff Amos, Shannon Dwyer, Clara Mandaletti and Paul Smith. Absent Jem Milkins.

Garlic tastes gold MIRBOO Farm’s delicious garlic lived up to its reputation when it won prizes for all entries into the Fine Food Awards last month. Farm owner and operator Kirsten Jones said her crops passed the test

in Melbourne when the three varieties won two gold medals and one silver for its brilliant bulbs. “People enter their garlic from all over Australia and vie for gold medals in four categories; organic, non organic, hard neck and soft neck varieties,” Ms Jones said.

Great garlic: Mirboo Farm’s David Jones shows off his award winning garlic which can be purchased at the Meeniyan Store.

“The awards are benchmarked so gold medal winners are at the highest standard. It is like judging wine.” The Jones’ Rojo de Castro and Spanish Roja varieties managed to score a gold medal each at the Fine Food Awards with their Foster Purple variety earned a silver gong. “We were so amazed with the results,” Ms Jones said. “The soil in South Gippsland means we can grow great garlic down here. We operate by organic practices and look after the soil by not adding loads of chemicals. It is a lot of hands on work but it is worth it.” The award winning crop took seven months from planting to competition. The Jones family grows and harvests the garlic before curing it for three months. From there it is cleaned and sent to market. “I have hand cleaned over 800kg of garlic this season,” Ms Jones said. “They say it takes five years to understand commercial garlic growing. We have just harvested our fifth crop and it is coming to fruition now. We have a better knowledge base as growers and our garlic has acclimatised well.” Ms Jones and her husband David Jones are instrumental in organising Meeniyan’s Garlic Festival which has just received a community grant from South Gippsland Shire Council.

A GROUP of South Gippsland women have dedicated their time to sewing sanitary pads for girls in third world countries. The small team began sewing packs eight months ago and have almost reached their target of 100 which will be sent to Cambodia in the coming weeks. Organiser Susan Morrow said she was inspired to push the team after learning about the extreme poverty in Cambodia on an episode of Australian Story. “At first we agreed to make 50 kits but then I watched Scott Neeson’s story and how extreme the poverty in Cambodia is so I did more research about his organisation, Cambodia Children’s Fund.” All sanitary packs will be going to girls living in the Steung Meanchey region of Cambodia where families live amongst tip rubbish and forage for food in garbage in order to survive. “Girls miss five days of a month when they are on their periods, which adds up to three months of a year,” Ms Morrow said. “Some girls are not allowed inside or near kitchens. Over there it is very taboo. They are seen as dirty and are sent out to huts out of home.” “Often they line their

underwear with mud, gravel, corn husks or mattress filling just to go to school during this time.” The Days for Girls campaign promotes sanitation in third world countries where girls have missed out on opportunities due to absence from classes. By putting together a Days for Girls sanitary pack, girls can use the goods for three years which ensures them ongoing access to education and improves the likelihood of their future employment. “We are giving girls a right to dignity and opportunities. The cycle of poverty is weakened when girls stay in school,” Ms Morrow said. “It is a natural thing that happens to all girls and yet it is still such a taboo over there. It is terrible. Can you imagine sending a 12 year old girl out in the wild to stay alone in a hut

simply because she got her period?” Girls for Days South Gippsland have been constructing kits for Steung Meanchey girls and will send off another load to other impoverished countries in the future. “I was embarrassed by how naive I was in thinking everyone had access to sanitary goods,” Ms Morrow said. “It is something we take for granted.” Each kit has many components and costs about $10 to make. The experienced sewers build draw string bags packed with a face washer, soap, reusable fabric sanitary pads, underwear, towels and plastic bags. Leongatha’s No 9 Dream Cafe is currently taking materials and goods for donation to the cause. To get involved contact Susan on 0400 199 983.

Sanitary saviour: the contents of a Days for Girls sanitary kit. To donate goods, drop by Number 9 Dream Cafe on Bair Street, Leongatha.

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Photographs commemorate first war THE Australian War Memorial’s digital exhibition A Camera on Gallipoli will be displayed throughout Bass Coast until early May. The exhibition features First World War photographs taken by Sir Charles Ryan. Bass Coast Shire Council successfully applied for the exhibition through an expression of interest with the Australian War Memorial, with the photographic collection to be displayed at Inverloch Community Hub, Phillip Island RSL and Wonthaggi Plaza. In 1914, at the age of 61, Sir Charles Ryan

Remembered: Sir Charles Ryan outside the Australian First Division’s headquarters on Anzac.

was appointed consulting surgeon to the Australian Imperial Force (AIF), embarking from Melbourne in October to the Middle East and on to Gallipoli. A Camera on Gallipoli showcases a series of 39 candid photographs captured by Sir Charles Ryan while serving with AIF in Turkey in 1915. The director of the Australian War Memorial Dr Brendan Nelson said Sir Charles Ryan’s photographs capture the reality behind the 1915 Gallipoli campaign, depicting a unique and often harsh view of the soldiers’ experiences. “Ryan’s photographs reflect the Australian’s true experience of war, depicting the dry, forbidding landscape, tired troops in the trenches, and squalid dug outs,” Dr Nelson said. “Ryan also managed to capture the true spirit of the Australian soldiers who fought at Gallipoli.

Their mateship, stoicism and endurance underpin the photographs and embody the meaning of the Anzac spirit.” Behind the photographs in the exhibition is the story of Sir Charles Ryan’s remarkable life. He served as a doctor with the Turkish army in 1877-78, treated Ned Kelly at Glenrowan, was a leading Melbourne surgeon and gave long service as a senior military officer. He was extended high civil and military recognition by his peers. The exhibition is an initiative to commemorate the centenary of the First World War. A Camera on Gallipoli will be on display at the Inverloch Community Hub from March 19 until March 31, Phillip Island RSL from April 11 until April 28 and the Wonthaggi Plaza from April 29 until May 5.

Harmony Day inspires students By Tayla Kershaw CULTURES were celebrated recently during Harmony Day at Wonthaggi Primary School. Harmony Day helped the students see out their final day of first term, and was a welcomed event after a tough start to the year. The children dressed up in outfits representing different culture and paraded for parents during a whole school assembly last Thursday. To top it off, a prize was given to the best dressed students. The prize was a teddy bear in

Multicultural: Wonthaggi Primary School student Arieta looked beautiful in her Harmony Day outfit last Thursday.

a Jamaican outfit, which was awarded to Grade 5 student Hannah, who dressed as Cleopatra. “The event was good timing. Harmony Day is officially on March 21, but you are able to celebrate it throughout the week. It was well timed because students receive dolphin awards at these assemblies – dolphin awards are given to students who demonstrate the ability to get along, which is the same theme as Harmony Day,” teacher Andrew Inglis said. The event was well organised by the school’s student representative council, who got into the spirit by making posters in the lead up to the day. Prior to an early school day finish for the children to start their Easter celebrations early, they were treated to an international themed comedy show by a clown named Christoff. The children were enthralled by Christoff’s

unicycle and juggling tricks, and were thrilled with the opportunity to participate in the show. Mr Inglis said teaching students the importance of other cultures is significant, especially for students living in small country towns. “The theme of Harmony Day worked in beautifully with the messages we try to teach our students. We teach them it doesn’t matter what you look like or where you come from, listening to what other cultures have to say is a wonderful thing,” he said. “Other cultures are filled with wonderful games, stories and foods, and our culture is wonderful because our cultures intertwine.”

Lots of fun: Wonthaggi Primary School student Oliver enjoyed exploring other cultures during Harmony Day last Thursday.

Nature Parks welcomed visiting rangers LAND management, tourism operations, cultural heritage and reconciliation were all central themes during a group of Gunaikurnai and East Gippsland Parks Victoria rangers’ recent three day visit to Phillip Island.

Gunaikurnai people are the tradition custodians of Gippsland, and their strong connection with the land was recognised in the Traditional Owner Settlement Act 2010. In a first for Victoria, the act provided for joint management of the 10 parks and reserves on their land by Gunaikurnai people and Parks Victoria. “This visit provides an

opportunity to further develop the existing relationship between Phillip Island Nature Parks, the Gunaikurnai people, and Parks Victoria through an exchange of expertise and experiences,” Nature Parks ranger and event coordinator Peter Cleary said. The visiting rangers toured many of the island’s conservation areas and reserves, and experienced

the tourism operations at the Penguin Parade and the Koala Conservation Centre firsthand. “This gave our visitors the chance to see how the Nature Parks manages cultural heritage sites in our visitor impacting environment, as well as how we provide information, and interpret and manage cultural considerations.” The Gunaikurnai and

Parks Victoria rangers viewed the Nature Parks’ Reconciliation Action Plan and also met with some of the traditional custodians of Phillip Island, the Boon Wurrung. “We have been privileged to welcome the Gunaikurnai and Parks Victoria

rangers to Phillip Island, and gain a greater understanding of their joint management goals, as well as an awareness of the Gunaikurnai whole of country plan and proposed outcomes,” Mr Cleary said. “Importantly, we have had the opportunity to gain

Youth combat graffiti GRAFFITI will continue to be tackled in Bass Coast.

Knowledge exchange: Gunaikurnai and Parks Victoria rangers toured Phillip Island’s parks and reservations recently.

a better understanding of the rich cultural heritage of the Gunaikurnai rangers and managers. We hope to continue to grow the rapport between the Nature Parks, the Gunaikurnai people and Parks Victoria, and enhance the exchange of cultural knowledge.

Bass Coast Shire Council was once again selected to undertake a graffiti prevention project by the Department of Community Crime Prevention. The project, an innovative digital media project, will be youth led and facilitated in partnership with Chisholm TAFE, Wonthaggi Business Association, Wonthaggi Police and council. Year 11 and Year 12 Chisholm TAFE VCAL students will work with local digital media company Drift Media to research graffiti and develop digital anti graffiti film clips to raise awareness in the community about graffiti prevention. Last year’s project ‘Stop Tagging, Start Street Art’ was a finalist in the Tidy Towns awards in both the youth leadership and

partnerships categories for the mural painted by Wonthaggi Secondary College’s Satellite VCAL students and local artists in Abrahams Lane, Wonthaggi. “The success of the Abrahams Lane project gave council and other key partners the confidence and reputation with the Department of Community Crime Prevention to tackle another graffiti prevention project,” mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale said. “This upcoming project will aim to have a ripple effect across young people, for young people.” Bass Coast’s youth resource police officer Brendan Horrocks will work closely with and learn from both students and Drift Media throughout the project, sharing evidence and exploring digital and media techniques that address and communicate the causes and impacts of graffiti to the community.

Better access in Bass Coast WHETHER with hearing systems, changing facilities, ramps and handrails or equipment upgrades, Bass Coast businesses and community organisations are improving access for people with disabilities, with the assistance of a $500 grant. Bass Coast Shire Council is looking for applications from local businesses and community organisations for the upcoming funding round from the building disability inclusive businesses and community organisations project, which is open until April 29. The funding is provided by the Department of Health and Human Services’ community building program of rural access, and is supported by council. Priority will be given to projects that will have an ongoing impact in increasing the number of people with

a disability accessing businesses and organisations. “The purpose of this funding is to get businesses and community organisations making modifications and changes to improve inclusiveness and accessibility for people whether they are customers, visitors, members of employees,” mayor Cr Jordan Crugnale said. The $500 funds can be spent on a variety of projects which aim to increase the number of people with disability accessing or being included in the business or organisation. Projects aren’t limited to improving access via ramps. Past recipient Wildlife Coast Cruises installed a hearing system for visitors with low hearing or hearing aids. Other opportunities could include development of large print menus, disability awareness training for staff, a communication access assessment or a disability access appraisal of your building. “The projects highlight how even

the smallest of improvements can make a wonderful difference to how people move in and around and interact with your organisation,” Cr Crugnale said. An in kind or dollar contribution from your own business or organisation is encouraged, but not essential. All project proposals need to be discussed with council’s community facilitator RuralAccess Kathryn Pryor prior to completing an application for funding to ensure your project will meet the relevant legislation for disability access and inclusion, or be provided by a recognised training professional. More information is available online at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/ accessfunding, by contacting 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or 5671 2211, or emailing ruralaccess@basscoast.vic. gov.au. For people with communication difficulties, please contact the National Relay Service on 13 35 77 or visit www.relayservice.gov.au.

Graffiti targeted: back from left, Bass Coast’s youth resource officer Brendan Horrocks, Chisholm TAFE’s Paul Boys, Michael Green from Drift Media, Kylie Van Steensel from Chisholm TAFE, front from left, Jimi Hall-Carmichael, John Huinsintveld, Tarquin O’Grady, Terry Jeavons and Jayde AlbreyCochrane are working together to stop graffiti in Bass Coast.

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Heavy weight vealers and yearling calves to the trade sold firm with the odd dearer sale for better quality, up to 10c/kg in places. Grown steers and bullocks improved 3c to 6c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish lifted 13c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers gained a few cents. Most weights and grades were represented

Steers: F.P. & C.D. Dortmans, Hazelwood North, 1 x $1460; B. Whelan, Glengarry, 14 x $1400; Dunorkney Nom., Woolamai Park, 16 x $1380; R.J. Sandy, Cloverlea, 15 x $1330; WFW & Daughters, Glen Forbes, 1 x $1290; R. & R. Bittar, 15 x $1280. Heifers: E.A. Hobbs, Mirboo, 4 x $1160; Crockfield Pastoral, Fish Creek, 7 x $1090; Gippsgraze Pty. Ltd., Inverloch, 16 x $1090; Sugarloaf Nominees, Bass, 11 x $1060; R.J. Grylls, Welshpool, 1 x $1050; T.R. & I.R. Harrison, Milford, 7 x $1035. Cows: D. Wilkin, Turtons Creek, 4 x $940; A. Davis, Foster, 1 x $400. Bulls: E.A. Hobbs, Mirboo, 1 x $800. Cows and calves: D. Visser, French Island, 6 x $1800; J.W. & L.G. Fiddelaers, Koorooman, 2 x $1780; L.R. & A.E. Jervies, Foster, 1 x $1660; F. Vyner & J. Danuser, Devon North, 2 x $1600; J.D. & A.N. Larkins, Krowera via Loch, 7 x $1510; Clouds Creek, Mirboo, 4 x $1470.

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BULLOCKS 4 F.D. & A.J. Garner, Cobains 7 Jones Family Trust, Longford 18 Gem-Brae-Ag, Lang Lang 10 B.P. Dilger, Jeetho West 7 R.A. & G.M. Seabrook, Korumburra 17 O’Loughlin Bros., Meeniyan STEERS 2 M. Selling, Sale 1 K.A. & J.E. McAlpine, Leongatha 1 H. Anderson, Korumburra 3 M. Selling, Sale 1 G.T. Cummaudo, Mirboo North 2 Vening Pastoral Co., Hedley HEIFERS 1 K.A. & J.E. McAlpine, Leongatha 1 H.J. Ahrens, Foster 2 M. Selling, Sale 1 P.G. Clifford, Loch 1 B.S. Cantwell Lstk., Toora 1 H.J. & D.M. Shandley, Buffalo COWS 1 A. Dixon, Loch 2 Neil Kelly, Longwarry 1 C. & D. Scott, Glenmaggie 1 A. & K.J. Mangiafico, Dumbalk Nth 9 Gippsgraze Pty. Ltd., Inverloch 8 R. Crouch, Welshpool BULLS 1 I.G. & G. Balbo, Yarram 1 A.J. & N. Caithness, Koonwarra 1 M. McCaughan, Pound Creek 1 G. & C. Kelly, Poowong North 1 L.R. & E.A. Jervies, Foster 1 Vuillerman Past Co., Yanakie

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$2817.36 $3074.24 $2595.50 $2519.52 $2034.89 $2310.00

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in the 1300 cows and competition remained strong despite the high numbers of mainly lean dairy cows. Cow prices improved from 4c to 9c/ kg while the bulls held a large proportion of lighter dairy picks and sold firm. Heavy weight vealers to butchers sold from 310c to 346c/kg. Yearling trade steers made between 282c and 325c/ kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold between 265c and 310c/kg. Grown steers made from 269c to 302c/kg. Bullocks sold from 275c to 308c/kg. Heavy weight grown heifers showing good finish made between 260c and 284c/kg. Heavy weight Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 216c and 252c with the crossbred portion between 243c and 292c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made from 165c to 230c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 198c to 259c after a top of 265c/kg. Heavy weight bulls made between 250c and 310c/ kg for most.

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Practical assignment: it was obviously school holidays as there was more than the usual number of school aged children around. Mandy Bongerf from Ruby had her two sons, Jarryd and Nicholas with her as she prepared to bid for eight steers. Prices were good for those looking to buy she thought, as sellers were de-stocking due to the dry conditions.

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Expression of Interest GippsDairy is seeking expressions of interest from dairy farmers for their next round of three new Focus Farms starting July 2016. Focus Farms will operate over two years with funding provided by Dairy Australia and GippsDairy. The Focus Farm project focuses on farm businesses while integrating farm family needs. The project aims to improve profitability through strengthened understanding of operational costs, maximising home grown feed and managing risks to the business. This is achieved by close monitoring of farm activities and expenditure and support from an experienced farm facilitator and support group made up of farmers and local service providers. If you would like further information or an application form please contact Karen Romano 0417 524 916 or karen@gippsdairy.com.au Applications close COB, Monday, 25 April. GIP60130044

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Farming Insight

Turnips prove a smart tactic this year, but for the Hornbys it has paid off because they are still feeding now and still have another three to four weeks of crop left,” he said. “If it had failed, they could have had 28 hectares they put into a crop at reasonably high cost and got nothing out of it. That is something other people weren’t willing to do.” At Dumbalk North, Damian and Trudy Murphy would be typical of many in the area, battling through the tough conditions and hoping autumn can bring a change of fortune for their 280 cow farm on 100 hectares. Plenty of neighbours turned out for the evening’s barbecue at the Murphy farm as, ironically, solid rain fell throughout the Dry Times event. Damian said the last few months had been a case of battening down the hatches and waiting for conditions to improve.

Shining light: Trudy and Damian Murphy hosted the Dumbalk North Tactics for Dry Times Shed Day while GippsDairy’s Karen Romano facilitated along with John Gallienne.

“It’s been a tight season. It started off alright, we had a fairly mild winter and spring started OK but then it shut off really quickly,” he said. “Almost half way through spring we were really scrambling to get grass into silage and just keep things growing. By the middle of November it got even tighter and from then it was just a case of hold on.” For Damian, the benefits of events like shed days can be felt beyond just those who turn up. “The guys here are alright because they are the ones coming out and having a bit of a social night, but hopefully the message is to go back and check on your neighbours,” he said. “I think that might be the important thing to come out of tonight.” GippsDairy projects and events co-ordinator Karen Romano said the original concept for Tactics for Dry Times has been formulated with a March autumn break in mind, but ongoing dry conditions forced a rethink of the program, extending it out to the ongoing shed day events. “It hasn’t really rained now in mid-March and farmers don’t have much hay or silage left,” she said. “Even if it rains now it will take four or five weeks for pastures to recover, which means they will need to keep on a long rotation. This means they have to add supplements in the meantime so cows are fully fed.” Further shed days will be held in coming weeks. Check www.gippsdairy. com.au for details.

Fundraising auction: from left, Terry Ginanne and Barry Svenson of Landmark Leongatha stand with the steer that recently went to auction at VLE Leongatha. All proceeds went to the Reid family that has been through difficult times with mother and wife Nicole taken ill. The steer was donated by Ross Svenson of Cape Liptrap, with Landmark processing the sale pro bono. The auction raised more than $5000 for the family through bids and independent donations. “We are close to the Reid family and it was the least we could do,” Barry Svenson said.

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The low key events, run by GippsDairy and Dairy Australia using dairy service levy funds, were aimed at helping farmers recover from a tough season and set themselves up for a successful 2016-17. Shed days were held at Les and Lyn Hornby’s Outtrim farm and at Damian and Trudy Murphy’s Dumbalk North property. The Hornbys, who milk 290 cows on their 135 hectare share-farm, have been a rare success story in the district this year, managing to grow enough fodder to get them through until autumn. The secret to their success has been a turnip crop that has managed to grow well despite the dry conditions. “We have enough silage

for another six weeks and we have another month of turnips,” Les said. “We decided it was going to be dry, so we put in about 28 hectares of turnips. People say if you grow a lot of grass you don’t need them, but you can always use them to cut down on grain.” Les said his experience a decade ago during a dry spell at Yannathan taught him that buying in grain could be a costly exercise. “We were a lot worse in 2006 than we are now,” he said. “We learned a lot and lost a lot of money, so we weren’t going to go down that track again.” For shed day facilitator Matt Harms, Les and Lyn’s success with their turnip crop has made a pleasant change from the hardship being felt across much of South Gippsland. “That would have been a gamble that a lot of people wouldn’t have taken

SPECIAL DAIRY SALE LEONGATHA VLE Monday April 18, 2016 at 11am FEATURING: A/C Don Dixon, Phillip Island 65 AI bred, Friesian & Friesian x heifers, 2yo, synchronised & joined to AI Friesian for 1st May on calving & followed up by Jersey bull. Large framed heifers in excellent condition & from a totally closed herd with over 50 years continuous AI breeding. Full individual breeding, productions & PTIC expected calving dates available. Herd Prod 7620ltr, 298 Fat, 254 Prot. A/C B & D Hayes, Stony Creek 28 Holstein, Friesian cows & heifers. Cows mainly 3rd & 4th calvers, all freshly calved. Breeding details avail on day of sale.

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This Senior Floodplain Officer position is full time fixed term until 31st December 2017 with the possibility of extension subject to funding. The primary focus of the position is to: • Provide specialist technical input into strategic floodplain management projects including the Regional Floodplain Management Strategy • Provide responses to planning permit applications under the Planning and Environment Act 1987 in relation to floodplain management; and • Respond to requests for Flood Advice under the Water Act 1989 • Support the assessment of Works on Waterways licence applications under the Water Act 1989 to protect designated waterways The remuneration range is $73,297 - $106,220 which includes 9.25% superannuation. A copy of the Position Description can be obtained via our website www.wgcma.vic.gov.au or by emailing reception@wgcma.vic.gov.au with the job title in the email’s subject line. Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria, demonstrating their ability to undertake the role.

Gippsland Southern Health Service delivers a range of hospital and health services to our community. We are a well-regarded and supportive employer of 500 staff offering a great work environment and rewarding careers. Staff have access to supportive education and development programs, as well as attractive benefits and salary packaging. If you are keen to further your career and join a supportive and progressive organisation, you can contact us on 5667 5664 for more information. Applications should be emailed to: Jobs@gshs.com.au including a cover letter and CV. Applicants will be required to provide a current police check. For details on job requirements or how to apply, visit our website at: www.gshs.com.au

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deaths FORRESTER - Lindsay Raymond (Peter). Passed away peacefully at LRH Traralgon on March 29, 2016 aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Dot for 64 wonderful years. Loving father and mate of Judy, Pauline, Geof, Sue and Kerryn (dec), and their partners. Treasured memories are mine to keep and you will be forever in my heart and thoughts. Love Dot. xx Sadly missed along life’s way... Lovingly remembered every day... No longer in our life to share... But in our hearts you’re always there. In loving memory, his daughter Judy and her husband Winston, grandchildren Tina, Lee, Mitchell and Curtis, and their partners, Duane, Darren, Grace and Kate, and great grandchildren Brayden, Ryan, Millie, Jake and Zoe. Pete, finally at peace but you will be greatly missed by many. Pauline.

deaths Dad, I have always been so proud to tell people that you were my father. You were a great role model and mentor, but most importantly we were mates that enjoyed so many good times together. I will miss you, Go Pies! Geof. What a terrific father, father-in-law and Pop we had. Pete, you were an inspiration to us all and will always be in our thoughts. We will miss you every day. Geof and Linda, Louise, Scott, Bridget and Alex, Gillian and Shane, James. Go Pies! No words can explain how much we will miss you. We are so thankful to have had you as such a big part of our lives. All the memories and fun times together are ours to cherish forever. Pete, Thank you for being a friend, mate and for the support over the past 39 years. Love Sue and Twig xx. Pop, without you in our lives our hearts are breaking. We will be forever grateful that we shared so many special times together, especially our many trips to the farm, birthdays, Christmases and holidays. We were so lucky to grow up across the road from you! Always in our hearts, Eliza and Trav, Renee and Dave, Mel, Luke, Degan and Isabella, and Prue, Kane and Paige. xxxx Those special memories of you will always bring a smile. If only I could have you back for just a little while. Then we could sit and talk again, just like we used to do. You always meant so very much, and always will do too. The fact that you’re no longer here, will always cause me pain. But you’re forever in my heart, until we meet again. We were so lucky to have you in our lives and we will always cherish our loving memories so you’re never far away. We love and miss you with all our hearts, give a big kiss to Mum for us. All the love in the world, Rachael, Leigh, Jodie, Marc, Dylan, Lani and Adam. xx FORRESTER - L.R. (Peter). 29.3.2016. Dear cousin of Bob, Merv, Gordon, Daphne (Densley) Forrester, and their families. Go the ‘Pies, Pete. FORRESTER - Peter. Lifelong friend of Jack and Dawn Rayson. Deepest sympathy to Dot and family. He will be greatly missed. Sue, Gary, Janene and family. RAMIREZ - Sergio. Rest in peace old mate. Missed but never forgotten. From The Benton’s Boys.

RICHES George Brockley. (419339 RAAF) The President and members of Leongatha RSL regret the passing of their esteemed member and extend deepest sympathy to the family. Lest We Forget

Parkrunners brave the autumn chill AS the grey clouds hovered overhead, 102 brave participants came out to enjoy another five kilometre run. The chilly conditions saw 13 first timers and 19 personal bests. We also saw visitors from Mornington, Diamond Creek, Box Hill and as far

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SHANDLEY - Jim. Loved older brother. Will miss all the long talks. Bev. SHANDLEY - Jim. Loved older brother of Neville, brother-in-law of Anne, step-uncle of Andrew and Aaron, and families. SHANDLEY - Jim. Happy memories of a dearly loved brother, uncle and brother-in-law of Yvonne, Allan, Cindy, David, Laurel and Willow, Russell and Alphie. SHANDLEY - Jim. 24.3.2016. Dear cousin of the Funnell families. With deepest sympathy to all Shandleys. SHANDLEY - Jimmy. In loving memory of Jim. Long time friend and cousin of Ron and Jeanie. SHANDLEY - Jim. Loved and respected neighbour to Cal and Sharyn Eagle for 42 years. “Jimmy who am I going to argue with now.” Sincere condolences to Diana, Sharon, Leigh, Kerrie, Cameron, Ava and extended Shandley family.

Ton, Kathryn O’Halloran, Lynette McCarthy, Steve Forrest, and Addie Pykett. Also a thank you to Nathan Castle for sweeping the course. Although his efforts are unseen by most they are certainly not unnoticed. Male placings: Leo Enter of Glenhuntly Athletics Club was first over the line in 18:27 in his first appearance at Inverloch parkrun. Adam Young was second in 18:31 and Tim Robinson third in 18:47.

Current standing in the Men’s annual points competition: Glenn Sullivan 2744 points, Bill Barry 2353 points and Michael Reddie 2240 points. Louise O’Keeffe was the first female (11th overall) across the line in 22:19, Rikki Cole was second (21st overall) 24:20 and Heather Sullivan was third (22nd overall) 24:28. Current standing in the Women’s annual points competition: Georgia Burns (Little Athletics) 2678

points, Heather Sullivan 2526 points and Lily Whitehouse 2199 points. The female record for Inverloch parkrun is held by Sarah Lewis who ran the course in a time of 19:26 on May 16, 2015. The male record is held by Stephen Rennick who ran in a time of 16:36 on November 22, 2014. Full results and a complete event history can be found on the Inverloch parkrun results page.

SHANDLEY - Henry James (Jim). In loving memory of Jim who passed away unexpectedly 24.3.2016. Diana, Sharon, Leigh and Kerrie. Sadly missed.

funerals FORRESTER - The Funeral Service for the late Mr Lindsay Raymond (Peter) Forrester will be held at the Grandstand Complex, Leongatha Recreation Reserve, Roughead Street, Leongatha on Thursday, April 7, 2016 commencing at 1pm. A private family burial will precede the above service. Could mourners please wear black and white in memory of Peter.

Celebrate: Lily Whitehouse completing her 50th parkrun at Inverloch under grey skies on Saturday.

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

Scott and Sharon Anderson With care & dignity we serve South Gippsland and Phillip Island Main Office: WONTHAGGI / INVERLOCH 176-178 Graham Street, Wonthaggi 3995 email: randm33@bigpond.net.au

Too cool for school: Heidi Peterson completed her 10th parkrun this week while wearing her very cool Derek Zoolander top.

South Gippsland Field and Game RESULTS for South Gippsland Field and Game Simulated Field Clay Target Shoot held on Sunday, April 3. Ninety-eight shooters

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enjoyed a 75 Tgts Sim Grd event on a warm autumn day. The high gun for the day was AA Grade shooter Adam with a score of 69. The other place getters are as follows: AA: Adam 69, K. Jacobs 66 and Jim 64. A: T. Reid 64, D. Missen 60, and C. Brown 60. B: M. Huitson 53,

T. Hardman 52, and P. Cartwight 51. C: J. Green 57, T. Strang 54 and S. Jarvis 51. Vets: A. Pattison 57, G. Hart 55 and K. Mayze 49. Ladies: K. Matthies 54, T. Jacobs 48 and Kim 47. Juniors: Mark Durose 58, C. Wilkinson 52 and Matt Lazaro 39. The next shoot will be a 50 Tgts Sim Grd event held on Sunday, May 1 starting at 11am at Hallston. If you are interested in trying Simulated Field Clay Target Shooting just come along, you will be made most welcome.

Sharks afloat TARWIN Football Netball Club has launched an Under 10 football side in a good sign for the eastern side of the Alberton Football Netball League. The team to be known as the Tarwin Valley Sharks are up and running at training on Thursday afternoons at 5.30pm. The team coach Andrew Guymer said the Under 10s’ first game will be on either Saturday, April 16 or Sunday, April 17. He said he would be grateful of further players, “The more the better.” More details in next week’s edition of The Star.

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Burra Cuda’s pool of success This year the squad had more than 40 active members aged from seven through to 40 years plus competing in summer carnivals against Wonthaggi, Leongatha, Phillip Island, Mirboo North and Corner Inlet.

The squad’s efforts were rewarded with a well deserved second place in the overall competition for the 2015/16 season. Awards presented at the presentation night included recognition of Sophie McKenzie and Lachlan

Harms as the 2015/16 Club Champions and presentation of the Rachel Harms Memorial Shield for Most Improved Swimmer to Jessica Zubcic. Age group champions were: U8 Girls, Maia Whiteside; U8 Boys, Zach

Award winners and coaches: back from left, coach Davin Nicholas, Ella Roberts and coach Katelyn Blogg. Front from left, Zinnia Jackman-Riches, Nyah Gilliate, Jess Zubcic and Chris Axford. The dedication and support of the coaches for squad swimmers deserved a special accolade at the Burra Cuda’s presentation evening.

Sherar; U10 Girls, Milli Mackay; U10 Boys, Cooper Quaife; U12 Girls, Sophie McKenzie; U12 Boys, Will Whiteside; U14 Girls, Amelia Downie; U14 Boys, Caspian JackmanRiches; U16 Girls, Amelia Risely; U16 Boys, Nicholas McKenzie; U25 Girls, Julia Fabrowska; U25 Boys, Lachlan Harms; O25 Female, Melissa Duran; and O25 Male, Davin Nicholas. Other awards presented included: Encouragement Award to Chris Axford and Zinnia Jackman-Riches, Coaches’ Award to Nyah Gilliate, Most Personal Bests to Ella Roberts and Commitment Awards to Will Whiteside, Arlie Whiteside, Zinnia JackmanRiches, Callum McLeod, Caleb Turton, Jacquline Turton, Elizabeth Harms and Lachlan Harms. Gifts were presented to the club captains Amelia Riseley and Elizabeth Harms, and to coaches Katelyn Blogg, Davin Nicholas and Bayley Nicholas for their dedication to supporting all squad swimmers. A highlight of the season was provided by So-

Age Champions 2015/2016: back from left, Julia Fabrowska, Nicholas McKenzie, Davin Nicholas, Lachlan Harms, Amelia Riseley and Caspian Jackman-Riches. Middle from left, Sophie McKenzie, Cooper Quaife, Will Whiteside, Amelia Downie and Melissa Duran. Front from left, Zach Sherar and Maia Whiteside. Absent: Milli Mackay.

phie McKenzie who broke a Korumburra Swimming Carnival record for the 12 yrs Girls 50m breaststroke that has stood since 1973.

Sophie took two seconds off Jan Goad’s 1973 record with a new time of 42.50 seconds.

Club Champions: Sophie McKenzie and Lachlan Harms were presented with multiple awards. Sophie McKenzie provided one of the highlights of the season when she wiped two seconds off a 50 metre breaststroke record set in 1973.

Under 10 Girls Age Champion: Milli Mackay’s award was typical of the many given out at the presentation evening for outstanding performance.

Why are Gippsland men over 30% more likely to die from Prostate Cancer? Alarmingly, Gippsland men with prostate cancer are 30% more likely to die than their city counterparts.

WHY? Recent research shows Gippsland men with prostate cancer are usually: • Older when diagnosed • More than twice as likely to have widespread or advanced Prostate Disease when diagnosed and • Often this diagnosis occurs incidently to other treatments The message is clear - Gippsland men leave it too late!

GET OFF YOUR BACKSIDE If you are 40 years old with a family history, or 50 years old or over, discuss testing options with your doctor today. For further information phone 1800 220 099 or go to the website at www.pcfa.org.au

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KORUMBURRA’S Swimming Squad, the Burra Cudas, celebrated an outstanding summer season with a presentation night at its clubrooms on Sunday, March 20.

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SPORT | GOLF Woorayl THE Thursday competition went to Michael Grist with 41 points. Balls to Bo Fiek, Rob Gourlay and Kev Riseley who also won the nearest the pin on the 17th. The Saturday two man stableford aggregate had trophies provided by Geoff Stephenson. The winners were Rob Warren and George Johnson with 74 points. Runners-up were Don Perrett and Brian Hogan.

Leongatha ladies LIFE member Pat West sponsored the par event last week in which 47 women competed on a course in pristine condition. It was encouraging to see many of the newer members attempting this challenging competition. The winner of A Grade was Trish Owen (17) finishing square. In fact, winners of all grades finished square. Georgina Mitchell won B Grade on a count back, and a very surprised local musician and golfer Barb Fleming won C Grade. Down the line balls went to Jan Brownlie, square, Louise Schache, Glenyce Mcrobert and Anna de Bondt -1, Julie Howard, Marg Griffiths, Marea Maher and Mandy Moyle -2, and Faye Quilford and Rita de Bondt -3 on a count back.

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Balls to Danny Dwyer, Ash Turner (who also eagled the 11th); Brett Stubbs, Dennis Lim; Craig Hall, Graeme Calder; Graeme Salmon, Brian Wilson; John Bolge, Ross Winkler. Nearest the pins to Trent Walters and Brian Wilson. The qualifiers for the board event were the winners, runners-up and the first two balls winners. Next week is a two man ambrose, with trophies provided by John Bolge and Ross Stephen Littlewood, one of our visiting competitors from Patterson River, scored an eagle on the third hole (par four) and won himself a box of balls. Nearest the pins were won by Barb Miller and Nancy Sperling on the fourth and seventh (second shot) and Marea Maher and Sue Woods on the 14th and 16th. Marion Bellingham won the nine hole event with 17 points. Hard on her heels was Noreen Williams also with 17 points. The winner of the box of balls for an eagle on the third hole was Stephen Littlewood Patterson River with two proud sons. Saturday, April 2: Winner: Kerry Hogan (21) 74 Down the line: Anna de Bondt and Rebecca Wilson 79 and Wendy Parker and Marg Berry 81.

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Woorayl ladies LAST week Woorayl Golf Club played a two person Ambrose with partners drawn on the day. With perfect weather for golf, the winners were Lois Young and Heather Sullivan having 58 net. Balls down the line went to Ann Poole and Carol Johnson, and Fay Maynard and Inge Giliam with both pairs scoring 59 net. Nearest the pin on the eighth was Jo Fennell, on the 11th was Inge Giliam and on the 17th was Janet Thompson. Thank you to the sponsor of the day Alice Campbell who provided beautiful prizes for all the winners. Next week, being the first week of April, golfers will play for the Monthly Medal.

B. Clasby 74, R. Ludenia 74, L. Webster 74. B Grade: S. Bromby 79, N. Betts 98-25-73, G. Bull 73, I. Cash 74, A. Twite 74. Nearest the pin: 1st T. Herbert, 7th B. Clasby, 10th B. Clasby, 13th D. Van Rooye. Tuesday’s winner was N. Perks 41 pts and Thursday’s winner was G. Bull 41 pts on countback.

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Our Division 4 side had a solid win over Cowes, six matches to four. Division 3 had a great win, four matches to three, and Division 4 had a strong win, five matches to two. Check the sides in the pro shop and don’t forget our Division 2 side starts this week. Good luck to all players and I will see you all back at the golf club on Sunday afternoon. Have a great week.

A STROKE monthly medal competition was played on Saturday, April 2 with trophies by D. Gow and M. Deleeuw. A Grade: S. Harland 69, S. Harland 84-15-69, B. Pope 72,

OUR midweek nine hole competition had a field of 16 players.

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The winner was Norm Burne with 23 points. Balls down the line: B. Fennell 20, J. McEachern 19, K. Bayley 18. Eagle - Norm Burne. Nearest the pin 17th - J. McEachern. Our midweek 18 hole competition had a field of 33 players and the winner was I. Baker, 39 points. Balls down the line: R. Kilpatrick, G. Hewlett, J. McDonald 38; G. Crawford, P. Young, K. Russell, I. Cunningham 37. On Saturday we played our April monthly medal with a field of 82 players. A Grade winner was E. Vanagtmaal 72 net, B Grade R. Johnson 72 net, C Grade and monthly medal winner was K. Green 65 net. Balls down the line: S. Doherty 71, G. Ryan, I. Cunningham, K. Jamieson, L. Wilson 72; S. Laing, G. Crawford, J. Harvey, J. Jordan, D. Vanagtmaal, D. Garry, D. Putt 73; M. Scott, J. Wade, K. Curran 74. Nearest the pin: 2nd D. Garry, 8th K. Loughran, 13th G. Hewlett, 17th M. Foster. Eagle 7th hole - J. Foon. Putting - K. Jamieson 24 putts.

Advancing: from left, Anne Walker, Anne Poulton, Maree Anderson and Maureen Masterman (absent) qualified at Wonthaggi on Wednesday for the district play off in the Royal Women’s Hospital fundraising event.

Wonthaggi QUALIFICATION for the Royal Women’s Hospital fundraising event was played as a 4BBB Stableford event with some hot scores being returned after a great day of golf by all the Wonthaggi Golf Club Ladies. There was a bun fight for the best round and justice was served as both teams qualified for the district play off in a couple of months. Maureen Masterman (24) and Anne Poulton (32) were awarded the winners’ prizes with a great 46 points on countback from an equally

great round by Anne Walker (11) and Maree Anderson (26). A special mention to a new player to the club, Willy Williams (30), pairing with Vicki Milner (36) with 44 points. NTP: on the second, Maureen Masterman; eighth, a very excited Donne Vanveendaal; and on the 17th (and the birdie) Anne Walker. BDL: Willy Williams and Vicki Milner 44, Anne Tschiderer and Di Grimmond 43, Marg O’Halloran and Judy Berry 43, Jan Jeeves and Marg Johnson 43, and Robyn Wilkinson and Chris Yann 42.

Top team: from left, the Gentsomes 4’s winning team Fred Debono, Joe Lowell, Paul Luck and Jeff Brewer with sponsor Dave Liebelt (centre).

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Grade winners: from left, Trish Owen won A Grade, Georgina Mitchell won B Grade and Barb Fleming won C Grade at Leongatha Golf Club last week.

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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SATURDAY’S stroke round to decide the Monthly Medal saw Darrell Prior (11) take the medal with a net 69 in a countback from David Barrack. Darrell also took out the A Grade event and the Super Comp. Club captain Peter Waters (20) took the B Grade honours with a net 73 and David Barrack (24) won in C Grade with a net 69. NTPs were Geoff Maher on the fourth hole, Paul Ross on the seventh, Kevin Castwood on the 14th and Bruce Hutton on the 16th. DTL balls went to net 76 and were won by Peter Buttinger, Peter Hart, Ian Murchie, Bruce Hutton, Frank Gill, David Forbes, Peter Brownlie, Barry Attwood, Geoff McDonald, Jason Dennerley, Peter Walsh, Peter Read, Gordon Morrison and Peter Jaspers. On Tuesday the consistent David Forbes (13) had 37 points to win the A Grade event. B Grade was taken out to by Denis Wallace (22) with a very good 39 points and Antony Roberts (28) won C Grade with 36 points in a countback.

NTPs were Terry Chipman on the fourth hole, Bert Borg on the seventh, Paul Tierney on the 14th and Kevin Harris (Keysborough GC) on the 16th. DTL balls went down to 33 points by countback and were won by John Eabry, Peter Waters, Peter Hobson, Nathan Lucas (Welshpool GC ), Jon Smith, Andrew Smith, Brian Fennessy, John Simon, Will Norden, Michael Oliver, Peter Hart, Colin Moyle, Kevin Harris and Bert Borg. Thursday’s Gentsomes 4’s event was kindly sponsored by Dave Liebelt. The winning team, with an excellent score of 101 points, was made up of Joe Lowell, Paul Luck, Jeff Brewer and Fred Debono. NTPs were John Moor on the fourth hole, Geoff Tyson on the seventh, Chris Leaver on the 14th and Denis Wallace on the 16th. DTL balls were won by the teams of John Moor, Rob Martin, Peter Walsh and Peter Waters, Bruce Clarke, Rod Hopcraft, Graham Hoskin (Meeniyan GC) and Al Sperling and Tom Traill (Mirboo Nth GC), Bryan McCorkell, Geoff Tyson and Col Sperling.

Korumburra ladies LAST Wednesday, there was a good field of 22 in the stableford event, as well as two playing in the Singles Matchplay semi final. Div 1 (0-23) was won by Joan Peters (23) with 34 points. Runner up was Marg Young (23), 33 points on a c/b from Lee Clements (12). Corrie George (30) won Div 2 (24-31) with a fantastic score of 40 points from runner-up Jan Hewitt (27) who also finished with a great 38 points. Pam Eyers (41) won Div 3 (32-45), with 32 points and runner up was Janice Follett (45) with 31 points. NTP winners were Lee Clements, first, Kath Welsh, 10th and Lynette McIvor, 13TH. Next week is a Stroke event and April Monthly Medal, with Joan Peters and Corrie George rostered to send the field out. Eight girls played on Saturday, with Marg Harper the RB Stroke winner with

Wonthaggi winners: from left, B Grade winner Maree Anderson, three bowl winners Anne Poulton, Bev Dobson (also C Grade winner ) and Chris Hamilton, and A Grade Winner Anne Walker. All winners were from Wonthaggi.

Wonthaggi ladies golf WONTHAGGI Golf Club welcomed 54 players from all South Gippsland clubs to participate in the Wonthaggi Bowl, which was generously sponsored by the Miners Dispensary. A shot gun start saw the golf course soon covered by players on all holes trying their best for the team they were in. The bowl was closely contested between all of the Wonthaggi teams entered but the winner with a combined score of 101 was the team of Chris Hamilton (30) 35, Bev Dobson (33) 36 and Anne Poulton (32) 30 As well as the bowl there were prizes for A, B and C Grade sections and the girls from Wonthaggi knew their course and greens better to take out the three sections Anne Walker (11) 37. B Grade winner was Maree Anderson (26) 37 and a member of the winning bowl team Bev Dobson (33) 36 points. NTP second was Dot Stubbs (Leongatha), NTP 13th was Judy Webb (Korumburra) and NTP was 17th Marg Johnson (Wonthaggi). Pro Pin on eighth was Inge Giliam (Woorayl). BDL were awarded to V. Roff-Smith 36, Pam Russell 35, Chris Hamilton 35, Chris Perrett 34, Rosemary Bailey 34, Dianne Walker 33, Trudy Prue 33, Sev Piasente 33, Marg Johnson 32, Janet Brownlie 32, Maxine Eabry 31, Beth Curram 31, Di Grimmond 31, Jan Jeeves 31 and Shirley Welsford 31.

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was Sheila Constantine(15) with 36 points. The section 2 winner was B. J. Angwin (39) with 31 points. Jenny Cope played the best nine (37) 20 points. DLB: Dot Christie (6) 31 points, Veronica Park (16) 30, Sue Hoskin (21) 29, and Dot Elliott (18) 29.

Golf stars: grade winners at Korumburra last Wednesday were, from left, Pam Eyers, Joan Peters and Corrie George.

ON Wednesday, March 30 the Meeniyan Ladies played Stableford. The conditions were fine and everyone enjoyed the game. The sponsor for the day was Gail Browne. The winner of Section 1

105(31)74. Runner up was Kath Welsh, 108(30)78 and Judy Webb was the NTP on the first. Section 3 Pennant had a close match in their first game, with a 3/2 loss. This week, Section 3 plays at home against Wonthaggi and Section 2 has their first match against Wonthaggi at Foster. The Moulton Bowl is scheduled for this Friday, April 8, and the club will host teams from the surrounding district. There will be an addition-

In form: from left, the Stableford winners, Sheila Constantine and Jenny Cope, stood out from the field on Wednesday.

al clinic with John Payne next Sunday, April 10 with the focus on bunker work. The club was so sorry to hear of Maggie Bennett’s mishap and we send her our thoughts and best wishes for a speedy recuperation. The Black and White Roy Orbison tribute night was a really enjoyable evening, which brought back some great memories. Thank you to the people who helped organise the evening and to all those who supported the night, to make it so successful.

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Rider from Ruby rates JAYDEN Haw of Ruby finished 17th in a field of close to 70 bikes in the renowned two day event, the Condo 750 in outback NSW over Easter, March 26 and 27. The Condo 750 is an off road navigational rally for motorbikes, cars, buggies, quads and motorbikes with sidecars. Competing in the Moto section the 22 year old finished the 750 kilometre course in 10 hours and 40 minutes. While he has been around bikes since before he could walk this was Haw’s first race and by his own admission, “a major one; I threw myself in at the deep end.” Being a race in which half of the bikes that started didn’t finish, the Condo 750 is a test of both machine and rider endurance at high speed over long distances in trying conditions.

The race attracts competitors from all over Australia including Dakar riders. “There is a medal for just crossing the finishing line,” said Haw. His partner Alkira Riley’s (whose father Steve Riley races a custom made VF Holden ute at the Condo 750) suggested he take part and he agreed. “It’s not taken quite as seriously as some other racing such as Motocross and Super Cross. It’s more laid back and fun. Everyone helps each other out,” said the man who had his first motorbike, a blue Yamaha PeeWee 50, when he was three years old. There is no turning back now the dust of the Condo 750 is deeply ingrained; Haw has entered himself and three other friends as a team in the eight hour Transmoto off road race at Dargo on April 16.

Pit partner: Jayden Haw with his partner Alkira Riley who was also one of Haw’s pit crew at his ground breaking event, the Condo 750.

This club calls you LEONGATHA Table Tennis has a first class facility with international standard equipment, is fully accredited by GippSport and the sport is cheap to play, but the club is short of players of all ages. Even if you have never played the club wants people to come and have a go; it has coaches ready to assist them. Anyone interested in giving the club a go should turn up at the Table Tennis Centre at 5pm for Juniors or 7pm for Seniors on a Wednesday night, or contact Kevin Dowling on 5662 4613 or Bill Haw on 0409 217 900.

The season’s fifth round again saw some fantastic battles, one of which was between Neil Smith and Cam Dowling. Dowling played his heart out for his side, Heroes, but went down to Smith in the fifth game. Another hard fought match was between two of the club’s long time players, Allan Fletcher and Dom Murdica. Fletcher, when he is firing on all cylinders, is very hard to stop and he proved to have too much firepower for Murdica in the fifth game. All five games went down to the wire at 11-9: Fletcher 3, Murdica 2. The match between veteran Trish Denier and youngster Michaela Camp-

bell was a highlight with Campbell taking the first game 12-10, losing the next two 11-9, winning the fourth 12-10 and just not quite able to topple the experienced Denier in the fifth, losing 11-9. Round 5 results were: Vultures defeated MAMs 6-5, Eggstatic defeated BTJ 6-5, and NMN defeated Heroes 7-4. After round four Vultures are yet to be defeated and are top of the table, Eggstatic have won three, Heroes and MAMs have each won two and make up the top four. BTJ has won one and NMN is yet to have a win. Allan Robic, 12 wins, is yet to lose a game, Dirk Holwerda has 10 wins, with Neil Chilver and

Kevin Dowling each having nine wins. On Wednesday, March 23 six of our KeenAgers travelled to Drouin to participate in a friendly, but competitive, singles tournament. Players from Leongatha, Drouin, Moe and Newborough attended. Lee Armstrong played great table tennis to be runner up in the women’s section while the best our men could achieve was a semi final berth. It was a great day’s table tennis in a very friendly atmosphere. Anyone wishing to join a social morning of table tennis can do so at the table tennis centre on the recreation reserve from 9am to noon on Tuesday

GOLF | SPORT Mirboo North Golf Club THURSDAY results: Competition: Stableford. March 31: Day winner: Simon Duff (10) 42 points. DTLs: Ian Evison 38, Ray Thompson 37 and Joe Kus 37. NTP sixth: Tony Tomada. Saturday results: Competition: Stroke Monthly Medal. April 2: Medal winner (A Grade): Ian Evison (10) 68 nett. Winner B Grade: Charlie Le Page (27) 72 nett. DTLs: Tom Whitelaw 70, Dave Woodall 71, John McFarlane 71and Keith Clerks 73. Second shot NTP first hole: Ian Blencowe.

NTP: Fourth: Ian Blencowe 13th: Richie Robbins 16th: Ian Evison Next week is the first round of the Mirboo North Newsagents 4BBB Championships.

Mirboo North Ladies STABLEFORD event winner: Lia Brent on 35 points. DTL: Jill White 34 points. NTP: on the fourth, Lia Brent; and on the 13th, Dot Kidd. Birdies: Freeda Nair on the fourth and Raelene Millson on the 16th.

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DIVISION 1 (At Lang Lang Golf Club)

Wonthaggi 6 def Phillip Island 1 Meeniyan 6 def Woorayl 3 Korumburra 7/0 (Walkover) Bye: Korumburra Ladder Wonthaggi 2 – 13 (74.58%) Korumburra 2 – 12 (73.98%) Meeniyan 2 – 10 (53.86%) Lang Lang 0 – 3 (49.05%) Phillip Island 0 – 3 (42.86%) Woorayl 0 – 1 (43.48%) Division 2 starts on April 10 Division 3 (at Meeniyan Golf Club) Phillip Island 5 def Lang Lang 2 Wonthaggi 5 def Foster 2 Leongatha 4 def Meeniyan 3 Korumburra 4 def Woorayl 3 Ladder Leongatha 2 – 8 (49.12%) Wonthaggi 1 – 8 (56.74%)

Woorayl 1 – 8 (54.89%) Meeniyan 1 – 8 (51.76%) Lang Lang 1 – 7 (51.76%) Phillip Island 1 – 7 (46.06%) Korumburra 1 – 6 (47.65%) Foster 0 – 4 (42.29%) Division 4 (at Leongatha Golf Club) Lang Lang 4 def Aussie Golf 3 Woorayl 4 def Welshpool 3 Leongatha 4 def Korumburra 3 Wonthaggi 4 def Phillip Island 3 Ladder Wonthaggi 2 – 9 (55.51%) Woorayl 2 – 8 (51.13%) Welshpool 1 – 10 (53.30%) Phillip Island 1 – 8 (49.55%) Leongatha 1 – 6 (49.57%) Lang Lang 1 – 4 (47.79%) Aussie Golf 0 – 5 (45.00%) Korumburra 0 – 6 (48.01%)

and Thursday. Enquiries to Ian on 5662 5578.

Volleyball – Korumburra ROUND 7 results A Grade: Champions defeated Giants (2:0) 25:14, 25:13, 18:18; and Bugs defeated Warriors (2:1) 19:25, 25:17, 21:8. B Grade: Chargers defeated Shark Bait (3:0) 25:14, 25:15,

26:24; Falcons defeated Odds on Black (2:1) 22:25, 25:22, 25:15; HELP defeated Albatross (3:0) 25:14, 25:10, 25:9; Saints defeated Knights (3:0) 25:15, 25:21, 25:9; and Panthers defeated Gems (3:0) 25:17, 25:23, 25:13.

Parrots girls almost ready THE coach of the Leongatha Parrots Youth Girls Football Team, Kaila Bentvelzen, said she is looking forward to an exciting year. The team will burst onto the oval for its first game on April 17. The season’s draw is still being finalised but the team will compete against Dalyston, Phillip Island, Poowong Loch and Warragul. Ms Bentvelzen said, “I am looking forward to the challenge and seeing the girls grow and develop their football skills. “Who knows, we might even be holding up the premiership cup at the end of the season.” Aged 13 to 18 years all of the 12 girls so far confirmed to play are new to football. “They are all keen and excited and loving being involved in the beginning of something new. “It is a development year so training has been fun but we have been working hard,” the coach said. The club is still looking for extra girls to get on board with the new team. Games are 15 football players aside so there is still a shortfall but everyone at the club is confident the remaining positions will be filled. It is a district girls’ team essentially and although most of the girls are from Leon-

gatha there are a couple of girls from Korumburra on the team. Training is at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve on Wednesday evenings at 5.30pm. Ms Bentvelzen said anyone interested in taking to the field, who has work commitments which prevent them from training, should not be stressed but get in touch with the club and express their wish to be involved.

Flag in sight: the coach of the Parrots Youth Girls Team, talented sports women Kaila Bentvelzen is looking for a few extra girls to make up the 15 footballers who will run out for the team’s first game on April 17.

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City grows strongly The club will field a team in each age group including two Women’s teams (an Under 15 Girls and a Senior Women’s team). Club president Glen Ogden said the club is looking forward to the season. With 90 members last year and strong growth even since then he said the club has a lot of parents involved as volunteers which makes running the club a whole lot easier for everyone. The club plans a fund raising events such as trivia nights, once a month that funds the purchase of training equipment and facilities for the Juniors.

Mr Ogden said development of the Juniors is the club’s number one priority. “Family orientation is the most important thing for the club.” A long term goal for fund raising money is upgrading the lights which have seen better days at the reserve. Last year the Reserves made the finals and the Women’s team was runner-up in the mid year cup. Winning isn’t everything, he said, it’s all about participation and getting involved.

Match up: thanks to a successful grant application the Korumburra City Women’s team now has a kit to match the Senior Men’s team.

The best: the Leongatha Knights soccer club Senior Women’s team claimed the Korumburra Cup on Sunday in a tough final against Phillip Island.

Sweet success: from left, Josephine, Charlotte, Jess, Mia, Saoirse and Tiffany-Blossom are part of a growing number of girls taking up playing soccer with the Inverloch Stars.

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The bright yellow and red guernseys which mirror the colours of the lifeguards stand out as if lighting up the parade. This is a soccer club that has worked hard to make itself inseparable from the community it represents on the soccer field. In 2015 membership grew by an incredible 50 percent and club president, Pat Gilbert, said numbers have reached sustainability at the voluntary base level. For a club that is five years old and is continuing to build, 150 members at the end of last season is something the committee can be hugely proud of. This season the club will field teams in every age group beginning with the Under 5 non-competitive team and with the addition of an Under 15 Girls team. It has appointed Kathy Lagoudis as its female club ambassador and has initiatives planned during the year to attract girls to the club. The most exciting development for the club,

however, is that years of work will culminate in the Inverloch Stars Soccer Club’s first home game played in Inverloch, at Thomson’s Reserve. No longer destined to be a winter swamp following significant drainage work, Thompson’s Reserve is now ready for use. Fundraising at the club this year will continue to focus on field lighting for the reserve which will enable the Seniors to train there. The club needs to contribute $70,000 of the project cost of $240,000. Both the Men’s and Women’s Senior teams made the finals in 2015 but the club president is keen to stress that while the club enjoys being competitive, participation and development are more important. Mr Gilbert said, “Coaching is a big focus for us so that our players at both the Junior and Senior level have the opportunity to develop. “Our main aim is to provide a friendly environment for our children here in Inverloch without them feeling the pressure of winning and losing.” The Juniors train at 4.15pm, the Women at 5.30pm and the Senior Men at 7pm.

Good form: Penny Ng brings the ball out of defense.

Knights upbeat as women claim the cup THE 2016 soccer season is off to a great start for the Leongatha Knights with the Lady Knights claiming the Korumburra Cup in a tough final against Phillip Island on Sunday. The women played five games and suffered only one loss. The men did not fare quite as well and although the team got off to a strong start it was knocked out. In a seven aside scratch match at Korumburra, the Under 16s went down narrowly 7-6 in what was otherwise a super start for the team. Knights goals were scored by Ali Lanacanari (4) Curtis Rintoule (1) and Sam Bainbridge (1) in a high standard of play which made the game enjoyable to watch. The Leongatha Knights are fielding teams in each

and every division again, indicating the strength of participation in soccer right across the district. To celebrate a great run in the Korumburra Cup on the weekend the club is throwing a barbecue tonight (Tuesday, April 4) for

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thestar.com.au Inverloch WEDNESDAY social bowls had bowlers playing two 10 end games of three bowl triples. There were three teams that won both games. On 30 points were Lynn James, Yvonne Kee and Carol Hughes. The other two teams both had 31 points so it was the shots up that determined the order of finishing. Runners up with nine shots up were Laurel Lee, Edith Perrett and Veronica Muir. Congratulations to the winning team on 13 shots up Gail Applin, Carol Waters and Marg Flett. Raffles were won by Laurel Lee, Judy Parker, Lorraine Dowson and Elaine Miller. Thursday’s Turkey Triples event was sponsored by local accounting and financial advisors Cardell Accountants and attracted a field of 36 players contesting two 12 end and two 10 end games of two bowl triples. Runner-up, with 68 points was Paul Davis’ team with Bryan Hensley and Trevor Steer. Winners, with 70 points were Alan Easterbrook, Peter Shaw and Arthur Moule. Best Overall Game with 13 shots up was taken by Tim Hancock’s team, Ray Gostling and Gary Scott .

Leongatha ONCE again the Friday night Kitty Club teas were a big success with up to 65 meals served. The next Kitty Club will be held Friday, May 6. Last Wednesday’s social bowls saw 25 members participate. Winners for the day were Tas Haywood and Frank Filomeno with two wins, a draw and +19. Runners-up were Peter Shaw and Julia Selwood with two wins, a draw and +9. Saturday, April 2 en-

Thursday social bowls will return next Thursday, April 7 with the usual requirement for bowlers to sign on by 11.30am for a 12.30pm start. Sunday, April 3 was our annual sponsored RACV Day. It was a mixed four person team event that saw 28 teams take to the green in ideal conditions. There were three games of 12 ends to be played. The Best Overall Game was a dead heat between two teams. Both had 19 points and 14 shots up so the prize money was split. Congratulations to David Turnbull, Rae Haines, Linda Gallyot and Brian Humphris. The other team was Ray Gostling, Jan Fraser, Nellie Martin and Mick Bowman. There were only two teams that won all three games. Runners up with 49 points were Liz Hughes, Cynthia Hensley, Bryan Hensley and Neil Everitt. Congratulations to the winner of the RACV Day with a total of 56 points Janis Parks, Andy Dennis, Robyn Dennis and Wayne Parks. Thanks to all the members who donated raffle prizes for this day. Bowl Over Cancer Day will be held on Wednesday, April 6 starting at 12.30pm. Please come along and couraged a small field to present on a cold and windy afternoon. Winners for the day were Chris Richardson, Ewan Coulter and Joanna Schmidt. We welcome Joanna to the club. A reminder to all members the annual general meeting is to be held on Tuesday, April 19.

Buffalo indoor WEDNESDAY, March 30 saw six players on a nice night to bowl which saw two teams of three, so we made it ladies versus gents.

Out and about: from left, Carol Waters, Marg Flett and Gail Applin won the Wednesday social bowls game held at Inverloch.

support our major charity event of the season. In the final event of the club championships, Anne Tschiderer and Mick Coram defeated Team Davis (Bob and Val) on the last end to take out the Mixed Pairs final. Congratulations to Anne and Mick. Our Friday night meal will return this Friday, April 8. Names on the board if you wish to attend. They played two games of 10 ends with nine bowls and they both had a win and one loss, the gents by ends. The gents was skippered by Charlie Tumino, Joe Occhipinti and Rod McConchie with 11 ends over the ladies skippered by Toni Heldens, Mary Tumino and Joyce Occhipinti with eight ends. There was one end with no score. See you all at our opening night on March 6, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall.

South Gippsland Bridge Club LAST week was a busy week at the Bridge tables with all three venues offering stiff competition. This has seen several pairs emerge as consistently sound players, with success at several venues. The Neville and Philip Chapman pair has notched up wins at both Tarwin Lower and Inverloch, while John Sullivan and Alan Johnston have also been well placed at these venues each time they played. Results for Inverloch on Friday April 1 are: North/South: first, Philip and Neville Chapman with 54.14 percent; second, Dawn Jolly and Barbara Axten 54.76 percent; and third, Hannah Martin and Margaret Munro with 52.98 percent. East/West: first, Kaye Douglas and John Sutton with 63.39; second, John Sullivan and Alan Johnston with 56.85; and third, Bruce and Anne Gibson with

52.08. Results for Tarwin Lower played at the Tarwin Lower Health and Community Centre, Tuesday March 29 are: First, Philip and Neville Chapman 65.10; second, Frank Arndt and Clive Hope with 59.38, third, Julie and Ian Macphee with 56.02; and fourth John Sullivan and Alan Johnston with 54.69. Results for Meeniyan Monday, March 28 are: First, Robert Kain and John Cocking with 59.38, and equal second, both pairs with 56.25 percent, were June Metcalf and Colin Cameron, and Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt. The club has a super busy week ahead with the beginning of the Meeniyan Championship Pairs next Monday evening and the start of the Victorian Simultaneous Pairs being played at the Meeniyan Bowls Club on Tuesday afternoon and then on for two more weeks at Tarwin Lower.

Above, Almost: runners up at the RACV Day at Inverloch were the team of Neil Everitt, Liz Hughes, Cynthia Hensley and Bryan Hensley.

Impressive: 56 point winners of the RACV Day at the Inverloch Bowling Club were, from left, Wayne Parks, Robyn Dennis, Andy Dennis and Janis Parks.

On the money: from left, Mick Bowman, Ray Gostling, Nellie Martin and Jan Fraser also claimed a win for Best Overall Game at the RACV Day at Inverloch.

Right, Mixed fours: from left, tying for the Best Overall Game was the team of Brian Humphris, Linda Gallyot, Rae Haines and David Turnbull at the RACV Day at Inverloch.

Tigers bristling for more victory By Rover MID Gippsland football and netball competitions commence on Saturday when Mirboo North hosts Yallourn Yallourn North at Tigerland. In the cut and thrust of both sports, peak fitness is vital and a ball in the hands is worth two in dispute. Last year’s back-to-back MNFNC A Grade netball and Thirds football pennants, will be unfurled prior to their respective clashes against the Bombers. Mirboo North’s 2006 and 2007 premiership captain, Clancy Bennett, who also played in five junior flags at the club, is the mighty Tigers’ new Senior playing coach. Throw in recent premierships at Dimboola and Goodwood Saints SA, plus assistant roles with Dimboola, Goodwood and Mirboo North, and it’s clear the shrewd and articulate Bennett, is well qualified to take the plunge into coaching. Bennett replaces Troy Hamilton who was involved in four senior flags with the Tigers, as a player and coach.

Fortunately, the highly respected Hamilton is not completely leaving the game he loves and will coach Mid Gippsland in the interleague clash against Colac and District at Colac on May 21. Bennett has been driving the herd hard in pre-season training and emphasising the necessity of fitness, skills, pace, work rate and massive tackle pressure. All of those summer sunrise sprints, lunchtime body presses and sunset time trials are bearing fruit. The forthcoming season promises much excitement and also presents challenges for all clubs. Mirboo North is aiming for its 14th consecutive finals appearance since 2003 and fifth Senior premiership in 11 years. New signings for the Tigers include Jesse Giardina, Patrick Ludgate, Hudson Kerr, Cameron Le Page, Michael Green and Zachary Kilgower. Several of the club’s 2014 and 2015 Thirds premiership players are also expected to step up to the Seniors. Recent solid practice match hitouts against Gormandale, Tarwin and Glengarry have Mirboo North

primed for a productive start to 2016. Champion four time premiership full forward, Tim Traill, who epitomized sportsmanship in its purest form, has retired after booting 807 goals in nine magnificent seasons at Tigerland. As well as securing a record breaking eight MGFL and nine Mirboo North goal kicking titles, Traill won two club best and fairest awards. In other changes, Dean Linforth replaces long-serving stalwart, “Slamming” Sammy Gervasi, as senior football operations manager, and Margi Poole takes over as head trainer from Libby Pratt and Manny “Mr Fingers” Busuttil.

Tennis/Netball Courts A MAJOR six-figure surface, drainage and surrounds upgrade of Mirboo North’s courts took place over summer with hands on project manager Joe Piper and his band of helpers putting in many hundreds of hours work. There is now a defined state-ofthe-art blue plexipave show court featuring all weather covered benches for players, coaches and umpires.

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LDCA’s night of nights THE Leongatha and District Cricket Association held its annual presentation evening at the Dakers Centre in Leongatha on Friday night.

Team of the Year: from left, A Grade, Division 1 from left, batsmen Mitchell Thomas, Club; and Shane Dole, Korumburra; wicketkeeper Alex Rose, OMK; bowlers Peter Del, OMK; Alan Jenkins, OMK; and Scott Williams, Club. Absent: batsmen Jason Wilson, OMK; Amila Ratnaike, Town; Lachlan Cleeland, Phillip Island; and Thomas Wyatt, OMK; and bowler Luke Zanchetta, Korumburra.

Team of the Year: from left, A Grade, Division 2 from left, batsmen Andrew Donohue, Kilcunda Bass; Gary Webster, MDU; and Jason O’Reilly, Miners; wicketkeeper Keanu Miller, Poowong Loch; bowlers Matt Loader, Poowong Loch; Jayden Loos, Miners; and James Mahood, Kilcunda Bass. Absent: Sam Hughes, Koonwarra Leongatha RSL; Graeme Watkins, Foster; Wilson Pollack, Poowong Loch; and bowler Jason Kennedy, Koonwarra Leongatha RSL.

Team of the Year: from left, B Grade, Division 1 from left, batsmen Luke Jones, OMK; Steve Brann, Club; and Matthew Parsons, Phillip Island; bowlers Clint Wilson, Phillip Island; Dylan McKeekin, OMK; and Warren Turner, Town. Absent: batsmen Kris Kerr, OMK; Wayne Telfer, Nerrena; Steve Fixter, Town; wicketkeeper Mitchell Davey, Club; and Tom Davidson, Nerrena.

The association’s premier award, the A Grade, Division 1 Cricketer of the Year, went to none other than the indomitable Amila Ratnaike who is home on holiday in Sri Lanka. A letter the champion had penned in the event that he received the award (determined by points accrued from match figures) was read out by the association secretary Mr Gary Adams. Mr Ratnaike thanked the association and especially his club, Town, which he described as amazing.

Team of the Year: from left, B Grade Division 2 from left, batsmen Scott Hayes, Korumburra; Adam Sheedy, Poowong Loch; Pat Palmer representing Ian Thorn, Glen Alvie; Paul Hammer, Miners; and Jason Richards, Korumburra; wicketkeeper Ray Gardiner, Kilcunda Bass; bowlers Darren Beesey, Miners; Shawn Tapscott, Kilcunda Bass; Matthew Olden, Korumburra; and Geoff Tanner, Foster. Absent: batsman Clint Honeysett, Miners.

Team of the Year: from left, C Grade, Division 1 from left, batsmen Peter Miller, OMK; Shane Osborne, Club; and Ben Croatto, Nerrena; bowlers Peter Churchill, Korumburra; John Johnston, Phillip Island; and Daryl Telfer, Korumburra. Absent: batsmen Robert Quaife, OMK; Lachlan McLean, Club; Steve Anstey, Club; wicketkeeper Paul Harper, OMK; and bowler Matt Cadwallender, Club.

Right, Team of the Year: from left, C Grade, Division 2 from left, batsmen Jack Sherrin, Club; Gary Burchill, Kilcunda Bass; and Donald Wylie, OMK; wicketkeeper Murray Gow, OMK; bowlers Kaidyn Dudley, Club; Simon Blake, Kilcunda BAss; and Sam Matthews, OMK. Absent: batsmen Paris Buckley,Koonwarra Leongatha RSL; Jarrod Newsome, Glen Alvie; George Lomagno, OMK; and bowler Luke Borne, Club. Batting awards: from left, A2 Andrew Donohue, Kilcunda Bass, 666 runs @ 133.20 average; B2 Scott Hayes, Korumburra, 460 runs @ 92.00 average, C1 Peter Miller, OMK, 502 runs @ 83.67 average; and C2 Jack Sherrin, Club, 534 runs @ 59.33 average. Absent: A1 Jason Wilson, OMK, 726 runs @ 90.75 average; B1 Kris Kerr, OMK, 616 runs @ 68.44 average; and Under 16 Ben Perry, Koonwarra Leongatha RSL, 360 runs @ 90.00 average.

Hall of Fame: from left, president of the LDCA Russell Matthews and the 14th inductee to the Legends Hall of Fame, the Koonwarra Leongatha RSL’s Shane Moore, recognising outstanding on field cricket achievements.

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Representation: from left, Daniel Blackney from Kilcunda Bass awarded the Clark-Wyatt Under 18 GCL Medal and Koby Brann from Club awarded the Semkin-Wood Under 16 GCL Medal.

Bowling awards: from left, A1 Peter Dell, OMK, 27 wickets @ 8.56 average; Clint Wilson, Phillip Island, 23 wickets @ 10.22 average; B2 Darren Beesey, Miners, 22 wickets @ 8.27 average; C2 Jack Sherrin, Club, 21 wickets @ 8.67 average; and Under 16 Alex Geyer, Club, 21 wickets @ 6.86 average. Absent: Jason Kennedy, Koonwarra Leongatha RSL, 29 wickets @ 8.55 average; and Matt Cadwallender, Club, 23 wickets @ 6.87 average.

Cricketer of the Year: from left, A2 Andrew Donohue, Kilcunda Bass; B2 Scott Hayes, Korumburra; C1 Peter Churchill, Korumburra; C2 Jack Sherrin, Club; and Koby Brann, Club. Absent: A1 Amila Ratnaike, Town; and B1 Kris Kerr, OMK.

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Mirboo North celebrates its best The Mirboo North Cricket Club held its annual presentations on Thursday night. A Grade batsman, Adam Mates was the recipient of the Player of the Year award.

C Grade: bowling average and aggregate as well as the recipient of the Luke Beyer Memorial Shield, Dave Calder.

B Grade: from left, Andrew Soplakow had the top bowling average and was named the Bert Bright B Grade player of the year, and Brandon Bradshaw had the top bowling aggregate.

A Grade: Adam Mates had the highest batting average and aggregate and was awarded prestigious Vin Kalliday player of the year, and Dale Banks had the best bowling average and aggregate.

Imperials award their best THE Imperials Cricket Club held it Presentation Night on Friday to award it Senior and Junior cricket awards.

Club inspirations: Shelley Williams winner of the Nellie Fennell Award for best club person and Troy Williams winner of the premium A Grade award, the Fennell/Sauvarin Medal.

A Grade: awards from left, for bowling, Mark Lafferty; captain Luke Rogers; batting and Cricketer of the Year, Troy Williams; and the coach’s award, Tim Sauvarin.

Juniors: back from left, coach, Kristian Gray; Jeffrin Mathew; bowling Mitchell McGannon; Most Improved, Ben Hanrahan; batting and the Brian Gray Memorial, Mitchell McGrath; Matt Portelli; and coach Gary Sauvarin. Front from left, Luke Murphy and Finn Dunn.

Dedicated group: from left, B Grade, Nick Leppin won the Fielding Award and the Rodney Hartigan Most Dedicated Award; and Scott Hayes won the Cricketer of the Year plus the Batting and Bowling awards. A Grade, Shane Dole, Batting; and Luke Zanchetta, Cricketer of the Cricketer of the Year and Bowling awards. C Grade, Peter Churchill, Wes Olden Medalist, Cricketer of the Year, Batting and Bowling awards; and Iian Riddell, Fielding Award. Absent: Ilan Osman, A Grade Fielding award.

Cobras celebrate THE Korumburra Cricket Club held its presentation night last Thursday and although its A Grade team did not make the finals there was much to celebrate.

B Grade: awards from left, captain Andrew Meyer; and bowling and Cricketer of the Year, Kristian Gray.

Club Champion: from left, Centurian, Luke Rogers; and club champions, Ivor McLennan and Damon Ginnane.

Awards plus: back from left, Tom Brown, Appreciation Certificate; Justin Cook, 100 Games; Mathew Olden, 200 Games; Darren Scott, 250 Games; and Peter Churchill 100 runs and Six Wicket Scorecards. Front from left, Scott Hayes, three 100 runs Scorecards and Double Hat-trick; and Luke Zanchetta Six Wickets Scorecard. Absent, Cameron Smith, 200 Games; Peter Edwards, 150 Games; Jye Celebrine, David Routley Memorial Most Promising U21 Player; and Geoff “Fonzie” Townley, Best Club Person.

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Alberton netball Results - Round 2

My watch: H. Weston jumps to block an attempted goal by Tarwin’s T. Turner at Toora on Saturday. Photo by MalH Photography

April 2 A Grade: Phillip Island 53 d Fish Creek 28; Foster 24 d Kilcunda-Bass 11; Korumburra-Bena 109 d DWWWW 6; InverlochKongwak 60 d MDU 41; Dalyston 46 d Stony Creek 28; Toora 82 d Tarwin 15. B Grade: Phillip Island 52 d Fish Creek 25; Foster 60 d Kilcunda-Bass 12; Korumburra-Bena 109 d DWWWW 5; InverlochKongwak 64 d MDU 56; Dalyston 48 d Stony Creek 34; Toora 55 d Tarwin 17. C Grade: Phillip Island 32 d Fish Creek 25; Foster 43 d Kilcunda 11; MDU 50 d InverlochKongwak 18; Dalyston 46 d Stony Creek 30; Toora 30 d Tarwin 29. 17 & Under: Fish Creek 18 drew Phillip Island 18; Foster 44 d Kilcunda-Bass 14; Korumburra-Bena 66 d DWWWW 6; MDU 41 d Inverloch-Kongwak 38; Dalyston 77 d Stony Creek 21; Toora 26 d Tarwin 18. 15 & Under: Phillip Island 44 d Fish Creek 13; Foster 34 d Kilcunda-Bass 24; Inverloch-Kongwak 34 d MDU 27; Stony Creek 34 d Dalyston 16; Toora 19 d Tarwin 16. 13 & Under: Fish Creek 18 d Phillip Island 17; Korumburra-Bena 55 d DWWWW 0; InverlochKongwak 38 d MDU 4; Dalyston 29 d Stony Creek

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A Grade Toora ............................585.71 Dalyston .......................238.64 Phillip Island................160.32 Foster............................145.24 Kor-Bena ......................319.15 Inv-Kongwak ...............123.17 MDU ...............................95.15 Stony Creek.....................67.02 Fish Creek .......................65.56 Tarwin .............................41.73 Kil-Bass...........................32.53 DWWWW.........................9.95 B Grade Toora ............................626.09 Kor-Bena ......................346.67 Foster............................250.00 Phillip Island................204.44 Dalyston .......................142.37 MDU .............................124.73 Inv-Kongwak ................100.97 Stony Creek.....................61.36 Fish Creek .......................56.70 Tarwin .............................40.00 Kil-Bass...........................38.54 DWWWW.........................5.56 C Grade Dalyston .......................284.62 Foster............................260.00 Kor-Bena ......................252.38 MDU .............................206.52 Toora ............................172.41 Phillip Island................126.42 Tarwin .............................76.00 Stony Creek.....................71.60 Fish Creek .......................65.67 Inv-Kongwak ..................46.99 Kil-Bass...........................18.52 17 & Under Dalyston ....................... 411.76 Kor-Bena ......................243.18 Toora ............................216.67 MDU .............................121.92 Phillip Island................156.76 Fish Creek .................... 115.79 Foster.............................160.00 Inv-Kongwak ..................92.68 Tarwin .............................71.62 Stony Creek.....................34.19 Kil-Bass...........................25.23 DWWWW.......................17.14 15 & Under Toora ............................243.75 Stony Creek .................225.00 Inv-Kongwak ...............161.90 MDU .............................145.83

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Into attack: MDU Wing Attack Sophie Taratuta sends the ball forward in the match against Inverloch Kongwak on Saturday. More photos at www. mdphotos.net Phillip Island................133.33 Foster............................ 112.50 Kor-Bena .......................102.94 Dalyston ..........................69.57 Fish Creek .......................57.81 Kil-Bass...........................72.00 Tarwin .............................48.39 13 & Under Dalyston .....................1633.33 Toora ..........................1275.00

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Inv-Kongwak ...............309.52 Fish Creek ....................143.33 Phillip Island................310.53 Kor-Bena ......................266.67 Foster.............................132.00 Tarwin .............................42.55 MDU ...............................37.50 Stony Creek.......................5.63 DWWWW.........................2.63

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Contined from page 56 “We are very proud and excited for her. It’s been a big journey. Every athlete has that dream (of Olympic selection),” she said. Patterson first made a name for herself when she won gold at the 2013 World Youth Championships in Donetsk, Ukraine. She won gold at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games with a jump of 1.94m, while completing Year 12 at Mary MacKillop College in Leongatha. In 2015, she became the first Australian female in 24 years to make the high jump finals at the world

championships in Beijing, China. She placed eighth and was the youngest athlete in the field at age 19. Patterson’s coach David Green has been training her for the past 11 years in Leongatha. South Coast Athletics Club, the home club of Patterson and Green, praised the duo’s achievement online, saying Patterson was the first club member to make an Olympic squad. Eleanor was not available for comment before going to press.

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Toora too good for Tarwin THE match was an arm wrestle right from the first whistle between Toora and Tarwin with both teams looking to open their 2016 account. Toora had plenty of play on its home ground in the first quarter but like the previous week it wasted opportunities and allowed Tarwin to go into the first break with a nine point lead. Jack Weston made his displeasure known to the Toora players and they came out firing in the second quarter, kicking three goals three points and kept Tarwin scoreless. As they headed to the rooms at half time Toora had an 18 point buffer and looked like they could go on with the job. The third quarter was a scrappy affair. The stan-

dard of the game was poor at this stage and frustrating to watch as both teams continually wasted opportunities. The Sharks were able to claw their way back into the contest and give themselves a chance of overrunning the home side in the final quarter. Tarwin continued to push the Magpies and midway through the final term hit the front by two points. Weston could see the game slipping from his grasp and knew he had to lift and lead his team by example. Coach Weston stepped up with the play of the day as he cleared the ball to Griffin who loves these types of situations and put it through the big sticks. Toora was home by 10 points. Toora takes on Inverloch Kongwak at Inverloch next week while Tarwin

heads to Korumburra Bena to take on the Giants.

Too strong: Toora’s Lucas Jenkins handballs despite Tarwin’s H. Farrell’s best effort.

Toora 8.11.59 Tarwin 7.7.49 Toora Goals: L. Jenkins 2, L. Manders 2, D. Taylor, B. Scarcella, J. Griffin, J. Attard. Tarwin Goals: H. Farrell 2, B. Ellen, C. Kyriacou, B. Slater, R. Davey, M. Dunlop. Toora Best: B. Scarcella, M. O’’Sullivan, J. Attard, L. Jenkins, B. Osborne, D. Stevens. Tarwin Best: H. Farrell, B. Slater, R. Houston, D. De Luca, M. Dunlop, S. Kilsby.

RESERVES Toora 5.6.36 Tarwin 3.4.22 Leading Goalkickers: P. Doran 2, N. McRae 2. Toora Best: J. Vening, C. Staley, N. Nicholls, M. Hilder, B. Stone, K. Morgan. Tarwin Best: J. Chalmers, B. Hasell, P. Houston, N. McRae, K. Robinson, J. Carmody.

Great honoured: Toora’s Senior football team paid tribute at a memorial service to honour club and league life member Robyn Stone who netball club president Helen Nicholls described as “an amazing woman and a great friend, Robyn was truly one of the greats.”

Amazing women remembered PRIOR to play at Toora on Saturday a memorial service was held for life member Robyn Stone who passed away last year.

She was not only a life member of the Toora club but also the Alberton Football Netball League. Robyn has done it all: since joining the Toora Netball Club in 1964 at the age of nine, she has

been a player, coach, administrator, umpire, club representative, catering member and more recently a much loved baby sitter for her grandchildren at netball. President of netball at

Fish Creek, Helen Nicholls, spoke and a minutes silence followed. Barry Stride, the present of the Alberton Football Netball League was in attendance.

Allies roll Giants THE Allies travelled to Korumburra determined to make it two wins in a row.

A wonderful woman: from the left, Susie Tori and Norma Moore with Robyn Stone receiving her Alberton Netball League Life Membership in 2004.

Allies were without big man Ben Vardy and Darcy Atkins. They were replaced by Allies newcomer Doug Combridge and promising youngster Jackson Nolan . The visitors started well with full forward Shaun ButtegiegClarke slotting through three goals in quick time. Korumburra Bena could not take advantage of the strong breeze only managing two goals in the opening quarter. The Giants started the second term well with

Besley, Anthony and Hancock moving the ball forward well to add important goals. While for the Allies Jim Phillips, Justin Marriott and Jesse Lamont continued to work hard and gradually were able to get ontop of their younger opponents once again. By this stage the Allies were in total control as they went into the rooms for the long break. The Allies started the third term playing the game on their own terms keeping Korumburra Bena scoreless. The Giants’ backline was under enormous pressure for the entire quarter and had to

resort to kicking wide in attempts to clear the football out of the danger zone. Meanwhile Ryan Marriott, Dan Batson and Nick Pollock played smart football and made sure the ball stayed in the Allies half of

Allies 17.16.118 Korumburra-Bena 5.3.33 Allies Goals: D. Batson 3, H. Egerton 2, B. Nolan 2, B. Doran 2, J. Nolan 1, J. Marriott 1, M. Combridge 1, J. Nolan 1. Korumburra-Bena Goals: H. Suckling 2, J. Celebrine 2, B. Schulz 1. Allies Best: H. Egerton, D. Batson, J. Marriott, N. Pollock, T. Robertson, J. Nolan. Korumburra-Bena Best: Z. Walker, S. Edwards, H. Suckling, J. Paterson, J. Celebrine, N. Besley.

RESERVES Allies 13.18.96 Korumburra-Bena 7.3.45

the oval. The last term was a formality as Allies extended their lead and restricted the Giants scoring opportunities. Allies were comfortable winners by 92 points.

Leading Goalkickers: J. BarrieSewell 3, J. Paterson 3, J. Fowles 3. Allies Best: M. Homer, B. Mayers, S. Bishop, J. Barrie-Sewell, L. Anedda, J. Andersen. Korumburra-Bena Best: J. Kyle, P. Kyle, R. Dixon, M. Kennewell, D. Nicholas, H. Bull.

FOURTHS Korumburra-Bena 10.11.71 Allies 2.2.14 Leading Goalkicker: M. Nicholas 3. Korumburra-Bena Best: L. Fievez, J. Hill, H. McNeil, M. Nicholas, T. Whiteside, R. Pattison. Allies Best: L. Sketcher, H. Hoppner, M. Hoppner, D. O’Keefe, K. Vicino, Z. Cook.

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Foster fights for close win SENIORS LADDER W L D

Inv-K’wak..... 2 DWWWW ..... 2 Foster ......... 2 Fish Creek.... 1 Dalyston ...... 1 Kil-Bass ...... 1 Tarwin ............ 1 Toora... .......... 1 Stony Creek.... 1 Phillip Is ......... 0 MDU............... 0 Kor-Bena ........ 0

0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

442.03 214.14 141.90 139.64 131.39 92.02 91.84 87.41 72.92 52.98 46.24 20.96

8 8 8 4 4 4 4 4 4 0 0 0

GOALKICKERS B. Tagg (Foster) ................. (6) K. Baskaya (Stony Ck) ........ (5) T. Wyatt (Inv-K’wak) ......... (4) K. Bergles (Kil-Bass) .......... (2) T. Mahoney (Inv-K’wak) ..... (4) A. Seccull (Fish Ck) ............ (5) B. Nolan (DWWWW) .......... (2) D. Reid (Inv-K’wak) ............ (4) T. Gibson (Kil-Bass) ........... (4) L. McMillan (Inv-K’wak) ..... (1)

10 9 8 7 7 7 6 6 6 5

THE GUSTO of defeating last year’s premiers last week slipped away from Kilcunda Bass after taking on Foster last weekend. In a thrilling match with close scores at the end of every quarter, an epic six goals from Foster’s Bradley Tagg in the final term allowed the Tigers to run away with a win. Foster welcomed new player Joel Hanlon to the team, who presented himself well on the ground and worked hard to help achieve the win.

Despite the comfort of another home game, Killy Bass went into the match unprepared for what was to come. Starting well, Kilcunda Bass scored an early four goals and held an 11 point lead after the first quarter. All players delivered fast, quality football in the first half and there was a mere 10 point difference between the two during the second and third quarter. Proving it would be a contender for this year’s finals season, Foster’s mid field worked hard to move the ball towards its scoring end, led by ruckman Mi-

chael Eales. The Tigers’ back line was also holding well with Todd Holman applying plenty of pressure and Michael Howell keeping Kilcunda Bass’ Kael Bergles to just two goals. Matthew Clark was instrumental in moving the ball into Foster’s forward line in the last term, which resulted in the six goal blow from Tagg and a win for the Tigers. Kilcunda Bass coach Chris Endres and captain Ryan Fitzgerald were named best players for their side, holding strong throughout the game.

Taylor Gibson was the Panthers’ leading goal kicker with four goals. All players fought hard until the end and supporters were on the edge of their seats right up until the final siren, with the scoreboard revealing the final tally of 62 to 76. The players at Kilcunda Bass will learn from this match and will be working on their defensive end at training during the week. Foster will face off against Stony Creek this week. Stony Creek has been playing well and Foster anticipates another

exciting match. Kilcunda Bass will come up against former coach Scott Anderson as it faces the Allies this Saturday. Anderson left Kilcunda Bass after last season Foster 11.10.76 Kilcunda-Bass 9.8.62 Foster Goals: B. Tagg 6, D. Granger 2, N. Connellan 1, B. Bowden 1, J. Hanlon 1. Kilcunda-Bass Goals: T. Gibson 4, K. Bergles 2, J. Wilson 1, B. Sibosado 1, K. Bundle 1. Foster Best: B. Tagg, M. Howell, M. Clark, N. Connellan , M. Eales, B. Gott. Kilcunda-Bass Best: C. Endres, R. Fitzgerald, T. Gibson, J. Wilson, B. Sibosado.

RESERVES Foster 9.9.63 Kilcunda-Bass 9.5.59

and although the boys are looking forward to a catch up with their former coach and a few former teammates, it’s sure to be a thrilling clash out on the field. Leading Goalkicker: M. Jones 4. Foster Best: M. Jones, C. Barker, S. Lyon, J. Chaseling, J. Williams, L. Hulse. Kilcunda-Bass Best: not submitted.

FOURTHS Kilcunda-Bass 12.21.93 Foster 4.2.26 Leading Goalkickers: L. Alford 4, W. Lindsay 4. Kilcunda-Bass Best:J. Rosenow, W. Lindsay, M. Williams, J. Bastwrous, A. Honeysett, S. Bent. Foster Best: N. Van Dyke, Z. Duursma, B. Armstrong, O. Cox, M. House, B. Prain.

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Dalyston ...... 2 0 0 1186.96 Fish Creek.... 2 0 0 590.91 Inv-K’wak..... 2 0 0 474.19 Toora ... ...... 2 0 0 196.00 DWWWW ..... 1 1 0 115.89 Phillip Is...... 1 1 0 92.75 MDU............... 1 1 0 82.29 Foster ............. 1 1 0 61.81 Tarwin ............ 0 2 0 71.72 Kil-Bass.......... 0 2 0 37.33 Kor-Bena ........ 0 2 0 30.61 Stony Creek.... 0 2 0 12.08 GOALKICKERS T. Davis (Fish Creek) .......... (6) R. Butler (Inv-K’wak).......... (2) J. Maurilli-Pullin (Toora) .... (0) D. Brown (Dalyston) .......... (1) D. Pruysers (Dalyston) ....... (3) A. Wallis (Dalyston) ........... (1) N. McRae (Tarwin) ............. (2) N. Bainbridge (Dalyston) .... (2) A. Rodgers (Phillip Is) ........ (0) K. Taylor (Phillip Is) ........... (1) M. Jones (Foster) ............... (4)

Pts

8 8 8 8 4 4 4 4 0 0 0 0 9 7 7 6 6 6 5 5 4 4 4

UNDER 18 LADDER W L D

Balance: MDU’s Tom Corry slips through the grasp of Inverloch Kongwak’s Tom McQualter. More photos at www.mdphotos.net

Dalyston ...... 2 0 0 2857 100 Inv-K’wak..... 2 0 0 1700 100 Fish Creek.... 1 0 0 105 100 50 Phillip Is...... 1 1 0 475 Kor-Bena ..... 0 1 0 9 0 Kil-Bass ...... 0 1 0 9 0 MDU............... 0 1 0 1 0 Stony Creek.... 0 2 0 0 0 Toora .............. 0 0 0 0 0 GOALKICKERS A. Busana (Dalyston) ......... (7) 12 F. Mascitelli (Phillip Is)....... (0) 6 C. McCaughan (Inv-K’wak) (3) 6 X. Hughes (Inv-K’wak) ....... (1) 5 Z. Javier (Inv-K’wak) .......... (3) 5 T. Officer (Phillip Is) ........... (1) 4 C. McCaughan (Inv-K’wak).. (0) 3 D. Dight (Dalyston) ............ (2) 3 A. Toussaint (Inv-K’wak) ..... (2) 3 C. Loughridge (Dalyston) ... (1) 2 J. Scott (Inv-K’wak) ........... (0) 2 C. Kilgour (Dalyston).......... (2) 2 A. Farrell (Phillip Is) ........... (0) 2 D. Wilson-Browne (Phillip Is).. (0) 2 D. Brosnan (Dalyston)........ (2) 2 J. Spencer (Phillip Is)......... (0) 2 L. Ion (Phillip Is) ................ (0) 2 F. Brosnan (Dalyston) ........ (2) 2 H. McInnes (Inv-K’wak) ..... (0) 2 L. Scott (Inv-K’wak) ........... (1) 2 J. Teakle (Inv-K’wak).......... (2) 2

On the stroll: Inverloch Kongwak’s Will Hetherington looks for a forward option with time to spare.

M E E N I YA N Dumbalk United supporters came out in full form at home when the Demons faced off against Inverloch-Kongwak in the second round of the season on Saturday.

UNDER 16 LADDER W L D

Inv-K’wak..... 2 0 0 645 100 Kil-Bass ...... 2 0 0 300 100 Fish Creek.... 2 0 0 232 100 Phillip Is...... 1 1 0 423 50 Dalyston ...... 1 1 0 160 50 Kor-Bena ..... 1 1 0 122 50 Foster ............. 0 2 0 25 0 DWWWW ....... 0 1 0 19 0 Stony Creek.... 0 2 0 5 0 MDU............... 0 1 0 4 0 GOALKICKERS C. McInnes (Inv-K’wak)...... (7) 11 M. Freeman (Phillip Is)....... (1) 9 C. O’Halloran (Dalyston) .... (5) 7 L. Alford (Kil-Bass) ............ (4) 6 W. Lindsay (Kil-Bass) ........ (4) 5 B. Lloyd (Phillip Is) ............ (0) 4 N. Denbrok (Fish Creek) ..... (1) 3 J. Roylance (Inv-K’wak) ..... (3) 3 C. McLean (Inv-K’wak) ....... (3) 3 J. Barry (Dalyston) ............. (2) 3 M. Nicholas (Kor-Bena)...... (3) 3 L. Howard (Fish Creek) ...... (0) 3 B. Taylor (Phillip Is) ........... (1) 3 C. Scott (Inv-K’wak) ........... (1) 3

Demons taken down by IK

Defence: MDU’s Ben Thomas spoils Inverloch Kongwak’s Dylan Clark’s attempted mark.

The Sea Eagles did not let kicking into the wind keep from putting scores on the board, managing to kick five goals in the first term while keeping the Demons at bay. The Demons struggled to get off the mark and only managed to kick a point by quarter time. IK continued to kick hard down field and capitalised on running with the wind, scoring another seven goals in the second quarter, taking its score up to 74 points by half time.

MDU once again struggled to kick into its forward line as the Sea Eagles applied strong pressure and tackled hard. The Demons managed another point, totalling two at half time. After a short break the Demons returned to the field refreshed and determined to put some majors on the board, managing to kick four in third term. IK managed to match MDU, also kicking four goals to keep a solid 85 point margin. Sea Eagles’ Toby Mahoney, Daniel Reid and Tom Wyatt helped put scores on the board, each kicking four goals in the game while Thomas Harley contributed the most from the Demons with two. Despite an overwhelming margin, MDU continued to play hard in the final quarter, kicking two

majors to IK’s three. The home team finished the game on 41 to 132, unable to make up lost tracks from the first half. IK’s Daniel Reid received best on ground for his scoring contribution while playing in the middle. Craig O’Reilly was

hailed for staying on the ball and applying pressure to the Demons while the back line was applauded for its strong structures and set up throughout the match’s entirety. The Sea Eagles will play at home this weekend against Toora while MDU heads to Phillip Island.

Inverloch-Kongwak 21.6.132 MDU 6.5.41

MDU Best: J. Forrester, J. Hoy, S. Horvath, T. O’Loughlin, P. Harris, L. Harris.

Inverloch-Kongwak Goals: T. Mahoney 4, T. Wyatt 4, D. Reid 4, C. Terlich 2, C. O’Reilly 2, C. Casey 1, T. McQualter 1, L. McMillan 1, D. Clark 1, E. MacPhie 1. MDU Goals: T. Harley 2, C. Hutcheson 1, J. Laskey 1, M. Olden 1, J. McMillan 1. Inverloch-Kongwak Best: D. Reid, T. Lomax, C. Casey, T. Mahoney, C. O’Reilly, B. Hender. MDU Best: M. Smith, M. Winderlich, J. McMillan, T. McDermott, B. Dillon, B. Thomas.

RESERVES Inverloch-Kongwak 6.11.47 MDU 2.4.16 Leading Goalkickers: L. Rankin 2, R. Butler 2. Inverloch-Kongwak Best: C. ArgusSmith, M. Billows, N. Anderson, J. Truman, W. Nye, L. Rankin.

THIRDS Inverloch-Kongwak 13.22.100 MDU 0.1.1 Leading Goalkickers: Z. Javier 3, Z. Caughey 3. Inverloch-Kongwak Best: J. Teakle, R. Alford, O. Hutton, L. Paxton, R. Sparkes, L. Scott. MDU Best: L. Harris, E. Stephenson, C. McInnes, S. Hanrahan, D. Thorson, R. Schulz,

FOURTHS Inverloch-Kongwak 22.15.147 MDU 1.0.6 Leading Goalkicker: C. McInnes 7. Inverloch-Kongwak Best: C. McInnes, J. Dawson, J. Roylance, J. Pryor, J. Bates, Z. Reid. MDU Best:M. Scrimshaw, M. McKay, C. Krohn, D. Mancarella, M. Hoober, J. Tom.

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Kangaroos bounce back FISH Creek welcomed Phillip Island to Terrill Park for its first home game of the season with both sides desperate for a win after losing their opening games of the season. Fish Creek had first use of a three goal breeze and started the game fast with Taylor getting first use in the ruck and feeding midfielders such as Cameron, Redpath and the Park brothers. Seccull was looking dangerous up forward for the Kangas and slotted a couple of early goals and Smith was crumbing everything that hit the ground. Phillip Island managed to score a goal midway through the opening term and with scores 13 to seven

half way through the term, the Dogs would have been pretty happy with their efforts into the wind. Fish Creek’s Blenkinsop suffered a nasty head clash which stopped the game while he had to be stretchered off. This seemed to spark the Roos who piled on a number of goals towards the end of the quarter to go into quarter time with a seven goal to one lead. The second quarter was more even but Fish Creek was able to run the ball impressively into the wind. Ethan Park managed to sneak down from half back to kick a great running goal after a good passage of play. Phillip Island looked to kick long at every opportunity and through Kimber and Seddon they lifted their intensity coming into

Fish Creek 17.10.112 Phillip Island 5.8.38

Behre, K. Taylor, H. Shawcross, J. Marks, M. Feehan.

Fish Creek Goals: A. Seccull 5, J. Smith 4, B. Cooper 2, T. Cameron 2, J. Buckland 1, E. Park 1, T. Manne 1, J. Redpath 1 Phillip Island Goals: J. Darcy 2, A. Duyker 1, A. Edwards 1, J. Taylor 1 Fish Creek Best: T. Cameron, T. Hooker, E. Park, J. Smith, J. Hayes, J. Redpath Phillip Island Best: A. Edwards, M. Griffin, B. Kimber, J. Youle, S. Seddon, C. Batt

THIRDS Fish Creek 5.7.37 Phillip Island 4.11.35

RESERVES Fish Creek 15.20.110 Phillip Island 1.1.7 Leading Goalkicker: T. Davis 6. Fish Creek Best: L. Eade, T. Davis, K. Byers, C. Macri, L. Edgelow, B. Redpath. Phillip Island Best: R. Linford, A.

half time and managed to reduce the margin to 34 points at the long break. The third quarter saw Fish Creek take the game away from Phillip Island with six goals to nil. Hayes was doing a great job on century goal kicker Runnalls who was kept goalless. In fact, the whole Fish Creek backline was solid with veteran Trevor Hooker marking everything across half back and Ashley Snooks running the ball out of defence. The final quarter was hard going for both sides on the hard ground and Fish Creek had no interchange left.

Despite this it managed to outscore the Bulldogs into the wind but the sting had gone out of the game. Justin Smith was still full of running and managed to kick a great running goal all the way from the wing. The win will give the Kangas a much needed confidence boost coming into the grand final rematch with Dalyston this week. Phillip Island will host MDU in what has become a must win game for the Bulldogs – and MDU for that matter which went down again, by two points to Toora.

Above, Game on: Fish Creek’s Jarryd Blenkinsop had plenty of the ball before he was knocked out in the opening term on Saturday. Left, Running away: Fish Creek’s Ash Snooks was very good against Phillip Island at Terrill Park on Saturday.

Leading Goalkickers: all singles. Fish Creek Best: J. Hill, T. Price, B. Rogers, C. Tracy, S. McGannon, O. Straw. Phillip Island Best: Z. Jankowicz, D. Wilson-Browne, L. Arnold, J. McFee, L. Sullivan, C. Farrell.

FOOTY DRAWS

FOURTHS Fish Creek 4.6.30 Phillip Island 4.4.28

THIS WEEKEND

Leading Goalkicker: S. Flanders 2. Fish Creek Best: A. Tracy, A. Denbrok, J. Standfield, L. Howard, Z. Clark, A. Harding. Phillip Island Best: C. Thompson, M. Mattock, J. Pearsall, B. Taylor, J. Asbury, C. Farrell.

ALBERTON

Dalyston fight for a win Though the scores suggested a convincing win, Stony Creek did not go down without a fight. Dalyston took a while

to warm up, and with Stony Creek taking advantage of kicking with the wind in the first quarter, the Lions were given a leg up. Dalyston was missing a few of its key players, but Chris Graham ensured Stony Creek still faced a strong presence on the field. At the beginning of the second quarter, Dalyston was still taking a while to get going. However, as general play continued Dalyston finally established its break. By third quarter, Dalyston found itself in a good position to take the lead

Dalyston 13.15.93 Stony Creek 7.7.49 Dalyston Goals: C. Graham 2, G. Parker 2, J. Legione 2, D. Wylie, K. Butler, M. Rosendale, T. Krause, K. Kirk, J. Brooker, K. Thomas. Stony Creek Goals: K. Baskaya 5, W. Stewart 1, E. Taylor 1. Dalyston Best: K. Butler, C. Graham, M. Marotta, K. Kirk, T. Krause, C. Samargis. Stony Creek Best: J. Schelling, K. Baskaya, J. Stone, R. McKnight, J. Stuart, E. Taylor,

Stretch: from left, Joe Alexander, Andrew Logan, Micheal Marotta and Josh Schelling fight for the advantage in a thrilling game on Saturday. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning@fourcornersframing.biz

RESERVES Dalyston 17.17.119 Stony Creek 0.1.1 Leading Goalkickers: D. Pruysers 3, P. McKenna 3. Dalyston Best: J. Ray-Angarand, M. McCoy, K. Kerr, D. Pruysers, P. McKenna, J. Coldebella.

and had the opportunity to have its turn to use the wind advantage. Dalyston’s defence was unbeatable. Young gun Michael Marotta impressed the supporters with his athleticism and strong marking in the back line, while Chris Samargis made scoring difficult for his opponents. Using full force, the Magpies held Stony Creek scoreless at 49 points for an entire half. The game finished 49 to 93, a victory for Dalyston. A certain game highlight was Stony Creek’s Kerem Baskaya, who

troubled Dalyston by kicking five goals during the game. Onballers Kristian Butler and Kyle Kirk were applauded for their efforts, as they were instrumental in the centre break which gave Dalyston the opportunity to move the ball down into its forward line. Despite missing a few goal opportunities, Travis Krause was also a key player and a dangerous asset in the forward line.

Stony Creek Best: D. Gordon, D. Gilliatte, D. Preston, T. Zukovskis, A. Scholte, C. Schwennesen.

Leading Goalkicker: C. Ohalloran 5 Dalyston Best: D. Loughridge, J. Barry, D. Gardiner, J. Vuyst, J. Loughridge, C. Ohalloran. Stony Creek Best: H. Collins, M. Mayne, B. Martin, A. Dyke, K. Jacobson, D. Williams.

Round 1: April 9 Yarragon v Hill End Trafalgar v Yinnar Boolarra v Thorpdale Morwell East v Newborough Mirboo North v Yall-Yall Nth

GIPPSLAND Round 1: April 9 Traralgon v Leongatha Wonthaggi v Morwell Warragul v Moe Bairnsdale v Drouin Sale v Maffra (Sun)

ELLINBANK Round 1: April 9 Koo Wee Rup v Catani Nar Nar Goon v Buln Buln Dusties v Ellinbank (Sun) Cora Lynn v Neerim Sth (N) Bunyip v Poowong Nyora v Lang Lang Nilma Darnum v Longwarry Garfield - bye

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Leading Goalkicker: A. Busana 7 Dalyston Best: Z. Sprie, T. Robinson, F. Brosnan, L. Legione, K. Wilson, A. Busana. Stony Creek Best: not submitted.

FOURTHS Dalyston 9.7.61 Stony Creek 0.3.3

Baskaya, Josh Schelling, Julian Stone, Ryan McKnight, Jack Stuart and Eli Taylor were named Stony Creek’s best players. Stony Creek takes on Foster this week and Dalyston will come up against Fish Creek in a 2015 premiership rematch. Fish Creek will be eager to atone for last year’s loss in a game not to be missed.

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LEONGATHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S Eleanor Patterson will represent Australia at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Olympic Games in Brazil, after winning the national high jump title in Sydney on the weekend.

Showing grit: Leongatha high jumper Eleanor Patterson made Olympic selection at the Australian Athletics Championships in Sydney on Sunday with some stunning results. Photo courtesy of News Corp.

Patterson jumped 1.90m to win the crown at the Australian Athletics Championships, securing her spot in the team bound for the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in August. The 19 year old was named Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high jump champion for the fourth time and her Olympic debut was confirmed at an awards night hosted by Athletics Australia in Sydney on Sunday, during which Patterson walked to the podium through a guard of honour comprising fellow athletes. Her mother Helen was overwhelmed by her daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s achievement. Continued on page 52.

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