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Night blaze: the Toomuc Fire Brigade shared this remarkable photo of the Grantville bushfire on Facebook. Story on page 3.

ENROLMENT BOOM Record numbers head back to school By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

ENROLMENTS skyrocketed in local schools across the region as students returned for term one last Wednesday, January 30.

Leongatha Primary School accepted a record 565 students, including 12 new students and 94 Preps. Leongatha Secondary College welcomed an extra class of Year 7 with 124 enrolments. Foster Secondary College saw its numbers grow to 262 with 41 Year 7 students.

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Blaze puts Grantville on alert By Helen Bowering WITH the 10th anniversary of Black Saturday looming and those terrible memories flooding back, the raging fires around Grantville struck fear into local residents on the weekend.

The local fire crews and emergency services worked around the clock to ensure the safety of the local communities around Grantville, including residents of the Adams Estate, Almurta, Corinella, Coronet Bay, Glen Forbes, Grantville, Queensferry and Tenby Point impacted by the raging fires. The fire ignited last Friday, February 1 around 12.20pm, south of June Street, Glen Forbes in the Grantville Conservation Nature Reserve, according to CFA incident controller Paul Carrigg. Mr Carrigg reported to The Star on Monday that the fire is now contained and as at 10.10am, there were more than 60 firefighters, 25 trucks, four dozers and four aircraft still working on the fire. He added that no injuries from the fires were sustained by residents but that some CFA members experienced heat stress and received first aid on scene and were released soon after. He said no homes in the area were burnt but there was a bit of fence damage. Cooler and more humid conditions on Monday in the Grantville area have brought relief for crews who battled the intensely hot and threatening weekend blaze. As of Monday morning, a watch and act and advice message remained in place for Glen Forbes, the Adams Estate, Almurta and Grantville, and residents are advised to continue to monitor conditions and check the VicEmergency app and website. Mr Carrigg reported at this stage the blaze that impacted the Grantville coastal gum communities on the weekend is thought to have been ignited by a lightning strike from the storm the previous day, but added that investigations are ongoing. Firefighters were unable to stop the fire due to inaccessible bushland. On Friday the fire was reported to be about 300 metres south-west of the Adams Estate and moved quite quickly towards that estate due to the very dry conditions, flammable bushland and strong winds. About 10 aircraft battled the blaze and worked to suppress the spread of fire including aircrane Lucille, back from NSW. Lucille was put to work straight away on Friday evening on the Grantville blaze. Lucille is one of two aircranes that form part of Victoria’s 49 contracted aircraft. Mr Carrigg reported that the fire bombers have been involved since the commencement of the fire on Friday and were working up until Sunday night.

Joining the fight on the Grantville fires were the hard working members of the Kernot Grantville Fire Brigade that was thanked by hundreds throughout the weekend via social media. Another big thank you to the firefighters came from the local Grantville General Store that turned on free coffee for emergency services crews on the weekend. Their message on Facebook, “We locals so appreciate you special people who generously give your time and effort for our community.” The local firefighters from all the CFA brigades in the Bass Coast including Kernot Grantville, San Remo, Phillip Island, Corinella, Inverloch, Bass, Wonthaggi to name

Great work: the Bass CFA Brigade posted this photo on its Facebook page from the Grantville fire front on the weekend. Air strike: about 10 aircraft battled the blaze and worked to suppress the spread of fire at Grantville on the weekend. Photographer Emmy van Nimwegen/Facebook.

but a few and emergency crews were joined by 300 more volunteers from other brigades on the weekend including three Newhaven College students working for local CFA brigades. Also assisting were local Forest Fire Management Crews and CFA brigades from Cardinia, Casey, and Mornington Peninsula area were also called in and the MFB also provided a pumper strike team for protection of homes. Fire crews worked around the clock from Friday trying to contain the fire once it left the Grantville reserve. Authorities warned the bushfire was travelling in a westerly direction towards Tenby Point and posed a threat to the Adams Estate, which is in the Bass Coast region near Phillip Island. This estate was closed to returning residents on Friday afternoon, with locals told to head to

the Grantville Information Centre on the Bass Highway. Earlier in the day residents in the Adams Estate were told to evacuate before conditions became too dangerous and emergency warnings were issued for the nearby towns of Almurta, Glen Forbes and Grantville about 3pm. This was downgraded to a watch and act warning shortly after 9.30pm on Friday. Traffic coming from Melbourne back to the Grantville, Phillip Island, Wonthaggi and Inverloch on Friday night faced road blocks on the Bass Highway, most diverted through the backroads. The warnings to motorists on these narrow poorly lit backroads was to be aware of wildlife crossing the road and for emergency vehicles. One Melbourne resident said he and his fiance were directed up towards Glen Alvie and commented that it was quite scary as they could see the flames close by. As of Monday, the Dalyston-Glen Forbes Road remained closed but was expected to be open during the day. The Bass Highway was open on Monday with speed restrictions in place. During the weekend a Community Relief Centre was established at the San Remo Recreation Centre and public meetings were held in Grantville to keep the local communities informed. As well as the emergency crews working

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Monday 10.10am Fire contained • 60 fire fighters still deployed • 25 trucks • 8 dozers and aircraft around the clock on the weekend, local wildlife carers were also bracing for a big weekend. The message by Phillip Island Wildlife Rescue following the Grantville fires is if you see an animal that is badly injured, call 1300 094535 or the police can also help to end any suffering. There are wildlife carers located in Grantville and other carers and rescuers are on standby to assist with collection, transport and euthanasia. Taking a well earned breather on Monday morning, the Kernot Grantville CFA took a moment to post a huge thanks to all who assisted with the Grantville and districts fires. They thanked all assisting CFA volunteers from far and wide, the Forest Fire Management Victoria teams, Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade strike team, Victoria State Emergency Service, Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police , Bass Coast Shire, VicRoads, wildlife carers and the Rapid Relief Team AU for the fantastic food, coffee and icy poles.

Corinella assists: the Corinella CFA volunteers joined some 300 fire fighters from far and wide to battle the Grantville fire on the weekend.

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Wildlife rescued: the Kernot Grantville CFA posted a very cute snap of a fire-fighter rescuing a little possum on the weekend. The crews are equipped with rescue pouches and volunteers work with wildlife rescuers to get injured wildlife the care they need. If anyone comes across injured wildlife from the fires, please ring Wildlife Victoria on Grantville blaze: fires raged around the Grantville district on the weekend and forced the closure of the Bass Highway for most of the weekend. 1300 094535.

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Community to reflect on bushfires TEN years ago, the Mirboo North, Darlimurla, Boolarra and Yinnar communities were left shaken by the Delburn bushfires. A week later, the Churchill fire on Black Saturday, renewed tensions within the Mirboo North community. While the Mirboo North CFA is not commemorating the anniversary, the Country Fire Authority is holding a service to mark the anniversary of Black Saturday this Thursday, February 7, at the Federation University Auditorium in Churchill from 7pm to 9pm. The Delburn fires started on January 28 and 29, 2009. While some were extinguished soon after ignition, three of the fires developed and became the Delburn Complex. Six fires occurred: at the Delburn-Yinnar refuse transfer station, in a plantation at Ten Mile Creek Road at Delburn, at Brewsters Road at Yinnar, Ashfords Road north of Boolarra, Creamery Road fire east of Delburn and the Lyrebird Walk fire near Darlimurla. The Ashfords Road and Creamery Road fires joined on January 29 and that fire joined with the Lyrebird Walk fire on January 30, eventually becoming a 6530ha fire with a perimeter of more than 70km. The fires were contained on February 3, after destroying 30 homes and forest plantations, and affecting the Grand Ridge Rail Trail. Fortunately, no one died or was seriously injured. All fires, apart from the Ashfords Road

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Camp shakeup simmers Driver penalised

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A YANAKIE man was ﬁned $322 and received three demerit points for exceeding the speed limit.

WALKERVILLE campers are continuing to advocate to be able to retain access to camping sites at Walkerville North Caravan Park. The Walkerville Foreshore Committee of Management will open the caravan park sites to ballots, meaning some long term camping families may not be able to camp at sites they have stayed at for generations. Until now, campers have been able to re-book sites from year to year, but from May 1 this year, all bookings for peak periods will be online and depending on demand, not everyone will be guaranteed a campsite. The peak periods will be Melbourne Cup long weekend, December 26, 2019 to January 28, 2020, Labour Day long weekend in 2020, and April school holidays in 2020. A recent meeting of campers, foreshore committee members and ofﬁcers from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning was attended by more than 70 people. The newly formed Walkerville Campers As- Holiday tradition: from left, grandparents Andrew and Janet King, Brendan Bullen, Ash sociation presented a 17 page submission and will King, Nicholas King, Ashlee King, Aaron Huggins, Linda Huggins, Tim Huggins and Ben meet again this month to determine further course King enjoy a family holiday at Walkerville North recently. of action. Long term regular campers at Walkerville North “It seems very strange that it’s okay to destroy have submitted a petition with more than 100 sig- wife Linda, and their children, now aged 19 and 15, natures to the foreshore committee, calling for the have camped at Walkerville with extended family decades of families’ experiences in order to create new ones and I really don’t know what to say to my ability to continue long term access to sites within since birth. “The current changes have caused very real dis- kids if we are forced out of something we cherish and the camping ground. They say the sites have been historically and con- tress and concerns that access will be reduced or de- consider a family home for those two special weeks tinuously used by themselves and their families over nied, and that families’ camping experiences will be each year.” broken up by these changes,” he wrote in a letter to The foreshore committee is expected to release a an extended period of time. further statement within the week. Camper Tim Huggins of Kinglake said he and the foreshore committee and government agencies.

Grass fire: CFA crews from Fish Creek and Tarwin Lower spent three hours extinguishing a fire in Walkerville on Saturday evening that burnt approximately 30 acres. Firefighters tackled the blaze from a fire truck on foot with rakehoes. Photo: Fish Creek and District CFA/Facebook.

Foster Police said the 18 year old was caught driving at 14km/h over the 100km/h limit on Meeniyan-Promontory Road at Yanakie on January 30.

Stay informed IN light of recent and ongoing bushﬁres, police are urging people to download and use the Victoria Emergency App to stay up to date and safe while travelling. The free mobile app is a collective source of emergency information and warnings, helping the community to prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies across the state. Police would like to remind people to plan ahead before travelling.

Police presence VICTORIA Police will boost its patrols along tourist routes and at scenic sites. Police are encouraging people to take extra care and be aware of Victorian road rules and conditions.

Save your vehicle POLICE would like to remind the community to take action to reduce the chance of their vehicle being stolen. Police are raising awareness of the fact that seven out of 10 cars are stolen with the owner’s keys and 45 percent of those keys are stolen from the home. For tips about increasing your safety, head to the online video: http://ow.ly/p4BE30noRcQ

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Enrolment boom Continued from page 1. Most notably, Wonthaggi Secondary College’s enrolment intake caused numbers to soar to a whopping 1380. The Department of Education and Training confirmed it is the biggest government secondary college in Gippsland. Dudley campus principal Ross Bramley reported 280 Year 7 students – 40 more students than last year – had enrolled with numbers still growing. Mr Bramley received another five enrolments within two days of school going back, as well as late enrolments. Thirteen homegroups were created to accommodate the Year 7 cohort. There are now 760 students at the Dudley campus and 620 students at the McBride campus. College principal Darren Parker said 10 new teachers and one welfare coordinator had joined the faculty across both campuses to cover teachers on leave and to accommodate the growing numbers of students. Mr Parker attributed the growth to the money recently spent on upgrading Wonthaggi’s facilities. “Bass Coast is clearly growing and Wonthaggi has been identified as a rural hub. The population growth is supporting our need for improved infrastructure, which we are receiving with the State Government funding our new school and the hospital,” he said. “I think people are seeing the quality of our school and the facility upgrades will impact on growth.” A new state of the art senior campus is set to open

in McKenzie Street for the start of the school year in 2020. To accommodate the population growth at the Dudley campus, two more portables will be used as classrooms. Mr Parker said although an overhaul of the junior campus’ facilities would be beneﬁcial in the long run, the focus is on the promised campus for Phillip Island. “At some stage we will be looking at upgrading the facilities at Dudley, but for the time being we are hoping the school promised for Phillip Island will alleviate some of the pressure on the campus,” he said. During the 2018 election, the State Government promised a new junior campus for Phillip Island and Waterline catchment families. The school is timelined to open in 2022. “We are building 100 new schools over eight years and in Bass alone eight in four years,” Bass MLA Jordan Crugnale said. “The whereabouts of the school will go through a good process including working with families, school community and interested people for their valued input, also factoring in growth projections, land and centrality.” Enrolments are steady at Mary MacKillop College in Leongatha, where a new $4.5 million Senior School will be built later this year. ► See more back to school coverage in today’s Star.

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Mirboo North dives into pool fundraiser By Grace B G Griffi G iffith th THE movie night and pool party held at Mirboo North Pool last Friday from 3pm went swimmingly, with 577 children and adults in attendance.

Despite a surprisingly chilly beginning to the morning, the day took a warmer turn in the afternoon, providing perfect swimming weather for keen water-goers. For just $5 entry, swimmers were able to enjoy the cool respite of the water, an abundance of food and beverages, and the film Ralph Breaks the Internet, which screened at dusk. From popcorn to fairy floss, a barbecue, a donut truck and other food vans, there was no shortage of tempting food options. Mary Baker, secretary of the Mirboo North Swimming Pool committee of management, said Nessie the inflatable jumping castle was a surefire hit following its popularity in previous years. “All ages come to the movie night – tiny

ttots t tto ffamilies ili and d tteens,”” M B k said. id Mrs Baker The event, held annually, has been running for 20 years. Of those 20 years, Mrs Baker has been running the pool party and movie night for 15. “The movie night is a great, fun, family event where the community comes together,” she said. “It’s also a back to school event for all the kids.” Not only is the event a wonderful way to celebrate the end of the school holidays and an opportunity to spend quality time with the family, but it will also assist to raise funds. “We are trying to raise money for the redevelopment of the pool. The renovations will include all new pool and the baby pool turned into a splash park,” Mrs Baker explained. “The new renovations will make it accessible for all people.” South Gippsland Shire Council is contributing $3.6 million to the renovations, and $1 million is being raised by the community. At present, the pool is approximately $50,000 short of the $1 million goal.

Splashing about: from left, Mirboo North friends Montanah Johnson, Ella McCulloch, Sienna Cheffers, Jakobi Eden and Elissa Walsh enjoy the cool water at Mirboo North Pool on Friday.

Water tricks: Tyla Peters (top) and Community asset: South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin met Ruby Cannizzo demonstrate their Pool ready: from left, Montanah Johnson, Ella McCulloch, Sienna ChefMary Baker, of the Friends of the Mirboo North Pool, recently to discuss water tricks last Friday night at fers, Jakobi Eden and Elissa Walsh ready to dive into the water at the Mirboo North swimming pool. Mirboo North Pool on Friday. the need for federal funding for the pool.

Federal funding needed for pool SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin recently met Mary Baker, one of the Friends of the Mirboo North Pool, to chat about last Friday night’s movie night and the progress of the facility’s refurbishment.

With the pool teeming with locals and visitors alike, it was the perfect time to see how important the pool is to the Mirboo North community. Mr Tamlin was enthusiastic about the works that are proposed at the pool. “This is such a fantastic location. It’s a real jewel in the crown of our recreation assets,” he said. “At the moment we’re working with the companies that tendered for the project to see if we can align their plans with our budget so we can get on with the works that will ensure the pool is enjoyed for decades to come. Mr Tamlin said he spoke with Ms Baker about how council can promote the pool project to candidates in the upcoming federal election. “This is a great facility. The plans are drawn up. The companies that want the job

know our timelines,” he said. “The council budget is committed. For the major parties this is a chance to capitalise on all the work that council and the community have done over several years.” Mr Tamlin has spoken to the ALP candidate for Monash Jessica O’Donnell about the pool and will be speaking to Russell Broadbent about it. “The pool was successful in attracting Pick My Project funding and at this stage of the electoral cycle I am quietly confident we could get one or both parties to commit to funding the budget shortfall we’re trying to manage,” Mr Tamlin said. “A lot of that will be up to the community making it known to the candidates that the pool is a significant piece of local infrastructure.” Ms Baker was keen to let people know the community fundraising drive is still going on. “If people want to contribute to the pool fund they can email the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation at admin@ mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au,” she said. “Between the Mirboo North community, the council, Pick My Project and – hopefully – the election candidates we can get this done. Let’s get it done right and done in one hit.”

Watchful eye: lifeguard Jayme Wright looks out for swimmers enImpressive turnout: 577 people attended the outdoor movie night and joying the water on Friday at Mirpool party. boo North Pool.

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South Gippsland Water’s managing director Philippe du Plessis said, “Although our catchments have received only minimal rainfall over the past week, our storages still remain at acceptable levels for this time of year. “We’ve been monitoring the Tarra River Water Supply System closely as river flow has gradually dropped. As a result of the dry conditions and drought across much of eastern Gippsland, flow is now at a point where off-take to supply the Devon North Water Treatment Plant has ceased. “To sustain water supplies for Yarram, Devon North, Alberton and Port Albert, we are now sourcing water from our bore in Devon North. The bore water is treated to national drinking water standards and is safe to drink.” Treatment to adjust for the varying quality of bore water is being carefully managed by South Gippsland

Water and analysis confirms the water meets all parameters of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from January 26 to February 1 was Lance Creek 17mm, Ruby Creek 11mm, Deep Creek 25mm and Battery Creek 25mm. Total rainfall recorded for the month of January 2019 was Lance Creek 23mm, Ruby Creek 18mm, Deep Creek 28mm and Battery Creek 29mm. Water storage levels are Lance Creek (Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Cape Paterson), 89 percent; Ruby Creek (Leongatha), 76 percent; Deep Creek (Foster), 92 percent; and Battery Creek (Fish Creek), 84 percent. Permanent Water Saving Rules act as low level restrictions on water use around the home and garden. Visit http://www.sgwater.com.au/services/water/ permanent-water-saving-rules/ for more information. Any customers who have questions or concerns regarding their water supply can contact South Gippsland Water on 1300 851 636.

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Rail yards’ weeds a fire risk REVAMP RAIL YARDS THE unkempt nature of the Leongatha rail yards is leading to a possible fire hazard risk according to local shop owner Anthony Wall.

said. “Most of the shops didn’t do the weed clearing and if someone set a fire here, it would not take long to cause some major damage to the stores in our main business district. A recent report by The Star highlighted the major “Fires climb hills very quickly and this stuff is all maintenance and vandalism problems that plague the completely dry.” rail yard and although weeds have been mowed, the More than two months ago, a small fire was lit problem of dried out, dead vegetation continues on in the abandoned rail carriage by unidentified youths the steep hill leading to the rear of the shops on Bair but no suspects were found, according to Leongatha Street. Police Senior Constable Mick Thomas. Around two years ago Mr Wall, who owns Phone He said available fuels such as dried grass were Rite, said he received a letter from South Gippsland used to light the fire, causing only minimal damage. Shire Council requesting he maintain the land behind Police are continuing to investigate the matter. his store, which is included in their ownership of the A VicTrack spokeswoman said VicTrack continshop building. ues to maintain the Leongatha station precinct, and is Since then he has not received any further cor- in ongoing discussions with South Gippsland Shire respondence or seen any inspection by the council Council about its future. of the area which continues to be riddled with dead “The council will be taking on the lease and blackberry bushes and grasses. maintenance of the new toilet, which will open once “I did my bit, sprayed the weeds and used the a permanent power connection is in place. Council whipper snipper and cleared them but after that let- requires a permanent power supply to be in place beter, it was never monitored by the shire,” Mr Wall fore taking this on,” she said.

“Slashing took place in November and the next slashing is scheduled for early February. If our inspections show it to be necessary, we will bring these works forward. “We are working to get this completed as soon as possible, but we have not confirmed date from the power company for the connection to occur.”

Fire risk: although VicTrack has slashed the overgrown weeds at the abandoned Leongatha rail yards, shop owner Anthony Wall observed a major fire hazard at the rear of stores in Bair Street due to major piles of dead vegetation.

Storm chaos uproots region A STORM felled trees across homes and roads across South Gippsland last Wednesday evening.

Severe wind and heavy rain saw emergency services work with crews from shire councils and VicRoads to attend calls for help. Leongatha State Emergency Service attended 50 jobs from Leongatha through to Dumbalk, Darlimurla, Lang Lang and Poowong. The SES received its first callout at around 6pm Wednesday and due to the influx of calls for help, sent multiple crews out across the region. The final crew finished at 2am Thursday. The SES received further requests for help on Thursday morning and over lunch, however most storm-related operations were over the initial eight hours. Requests for help were taken from Leongatha, Leongatha South, Dumbalk, Nyora, Darlimurla, Mirboo North, Nerrena, Poowong, Poowong North, Meeniyan, Loch, Lang Lang, Mardan and Korumburra. The South Gippsland Highway between Nyora and Lang Lang was affected for 10km, and Meeniyan-Mirboo North Road and Nerrena Road, Dumbalk were also badly hit. Leongatha SES spokesperson Kate Lochlin said, “The majority of our callouts were to multiple large trees down across roads, creating hazardous and in many cases impassable traffic conditions, though we also received multiple requests to assist with building damage after trees fell on several homes. “Early in the night, we were also paged to a potential rescue scenario, with a car and driver reported to be stuck in rising floodwater near Dumbalk, however a local police unit was able to respond immediately and offer assistance and we, thankfully, were no longer needed.” The most labour and time intensive operation involved clearing of five kilometres of fallen trees from the South Gippsland Highway near Nyora. “Local police units ensured the safety of our volunteers and passing motorists through traffic control

operations while we spent a total of approximately four hours cutting through and clearing the highway of debris,” Ms Lochlin said. “We also had the very generous assistance of a local farmer, who offered the use of their tractor to help clear the large amount of debris from the highway.” Leongatha SES worked with Pakenham SES to clear the highway. “We are incredibly proud of our volunteers and the selfless dedication and perseverance they have shown in aid of their local community,” Ms Lochlin said. “We could not possibly emphasise this enough. Large-scale events such as this, however, highlight how important it is for our unit to expand and gain new members in order to meet our local and neighbouring communities’ need for emergency service response operations.” Foster SES were also involved in the storm

clean-up. Bass Coast Shire Council staff members were out from 10.45pm to 5am, with trees down at Loch-Kernot Road, Loch; Dunvegan Crescent at Surf Beach; Woodleigh St-Helier, Woodleigh; Nyora St-Helier, Loch; Ventnor Road, Ventnor; and Loch-Wonthaggi Road /Garnhams Road. Council’s arboriculture crew was at Nyora-St Helier Road on Thursday to remove a large dangerous tree that needed removal.

Rush is on: pictured right and below, Leongatha SES members joined with volunteers and authorities to clear fallen trees from across South Gippsland after last Wednesday’s storm. Right, Michael Grigglestone of the SES at work.

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Nappy dump disgrace By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas DIRTY nappies in record numbers were dumped on the Phillip Island foreshore during the school holidays, a source reports.

Not just tradies: from left, Wiktoria Natanek, Meeniyanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tish Cartwright, Dumbalkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Karyn Koetsveld and Meeniyanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sue Cook dressed to impress at the Stony Creek Racing Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tradies Day on Friday. More coverage on page 48.

Beautiful weather: from left, Sandy Pointâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Terry Spencer, Dumbalkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dianne Harrison, Meeniyanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Angela Bonser and Kristy Davy were delighted with the warm weather and thoroughbred racing at Stony Creek Racing Club last Friday.

The Star was told by an anonymous source that dirty nappies were a fixture on the foreshoreduring the Christmas / New Year period and becoming a disgusting find for beachgoers. Bass Coast Shire Council told The Star it had not received any reports of nappies dumped on any of the local foreshores, and had not come across the activity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council would encourage people to report any incidences of dumped rubbish so it can be investigated,â&#x20AC;? councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manager sustainable environment Deirdre Griepsma. There were also reports of graffiti on the Cowes foreshore public toilet blocks. Council said this graffiti was dealt with recently and details were passed to police. Overflowing public bins continue to be a problem in the shire. Council reported it had received some complaints from customers about the bins and gave assurance that public bins are serviced daily over the summer period. Ms Griepsma said additional public litter bin clean ups took place over the Christmas and New Year in the Cowes central business district to assist with high visitation numbers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Council undertakes scheduled weekly foreshore litter clean ups at Cowes, Inverloch and San Remo all year. This is increased to three

times a week over the summer Christmas period and after public events. Council also responds to reports of waste on other beach areas,â&#x20AC;? she said. Contrary to reports to The Star Ms Griepsma said waste contractors had continued to operate to a high standard over the holiday period, managing the significant increase in workload due to the increased visitor numbers. Waste contractors perform a number of duties including kerbside waste services and processing, public litter bin collection, residential hard waste collections and management of transfer stations. Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s waste services contracts have a combined value of approximately $6.6 million per year for a 10 year period. This began in September 2017.

Ms Griepsma said council also supports community action groups who keep local beaches clean. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Visitors to our foreshore can assist to keep our beaches clean by taking their rubbish with them or placing it in the public litter bins provided,â&#x20AC;? she said. Ms Griepsma said council had not noted any increase in illegal dumping over the holidays. Reported illegal dumping on council managed land is investigated and cleaned up by council. A person found guilty of littering or dumping rubbish can face significant fines. They may also be charged for the cost to clean up their dumped rubbish. Serious cases of illegal dumping may also be prosecuted by the Environment Protection Authority and face more severe fines.

Graffiti stinks: the Bass Coast Shire has been kept busy over the summer removing graffiti from the foreshore public toilet block in Cowes. Just recently vandals have left their calling card on the Cowes foreshore toilets.

South Gippsland Water rethinks four discontinued reservoirs percent Melbourne Supply System blend to optimise water taste for customers. The four existing reservoirs which will no longer be needed for drinking water purposes will not operate at their current water level in the years to come. They are located across the region and vary in accessibility and size: â&#x20AC;˘ Belleview Creek Reservoir, located The system also uses water from the within a rural district; Melbourne Supply System, which is curâ&#x20AC;˘ Coalition Creek Reservoir, adjacent rently at a 45 percent Lance Creek, 55 to the Korumburra Golf Club;

THE Lance Creek Water Connection was commissioned in November 2018 and the townships of Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora are now connected to the Lance Creek Water Supply System.

â&#x20AC;˘ Ness Gully` Reservoir, located within a rural district; and â&#x20AC;˘ Little Bass Reservoir supplies Poowng, Loch and Nyora, is adjacent to Soldiers Road, Poowong. The next stage of the project is to explore how these four reservoirs, surrounding land and water allocation will look and be used in to the future. Interested community members and stakeholder representatives met in November 2018 and workshopped themes

for each site, which included recreational uses such as fishing, water sports and walking tracks, as well as cultural and environmental benefits for river health, biodiversity and alternate power generation. The second session is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2018. The purpose of this session is to further understand the complexities of managing the reservoirs and surrounding land into the future. The group will then refine the identified activities for further analy-

sis and costing. South Gippsland Water managing director Philippe du Plessis said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The corporation will be completing works on the reservoirs to lower the water level, now they are no longer required for drinking water purposes. The evaluation process will aim to achieve a balance between community preference, regulatory requirements and cost.â&#x20AC;? The process will run to June. Further information at www.sgwater.com.au.

Noticeboard SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL Wednesday 13 February 2019, 2.00pm. Council intends to consider matters in a Closed Meeting to the public to transact business in relation to the Bald Hills Wind Farm, pursuant to the Local Government Act 1989, section 89(2)(a) - legal advice and s. (89)(h) matter which the Council considers would prejudice the Council or any person. It is proposed that Council will move into a closed session at the outset of the Meeting and this means there is no open component of the Meeting.

PUBLIC BRIEFINGS TO COUNCIL Wednesday 20 February 2019 12.45pm - Active retirees Advisory Committee (30 minutes) 1.15pm - Community Strengthening Activities - Monthly update (30 minutes) Topics: â&#x20AC;˘ Community Consultation Forums and Community Cluster Networks update â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s No Dramaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; project update

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Wednesday 20 February 2019, 2.00pm*, 5.00pm*, 7.00pm* *Expressions of interest to present are made by accessing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Presenting to Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; page (COB 22/2), contact 5662 9222 for details. A list of booked topics can be viewed the day prior on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website. Wednesday 27 February 2019, 10.00am* (Council Agenda Topics only) *Expressions of interest to present are made by accessing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Presenting to Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; page (COB 22/2), contact 5662 9222 for details. A list of booked topics can be viewed the day prior on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website.

CHANGE MAKERS Change Makers is a 10 day intensive community development program run over 9 months and is jointly funded by Regional Development Victoria and South Gippsland Shire Council. The aim of the program is to assist community members to take an idea they have and build it into a viable project. Participants will learn: â&#x20AC;˘ How to engage their community â&#x20AC;˘ How to develop and manage a successful project â&#x20AC;˘ How people in their teams function â&#x20AC;˘ Skills of communicating for successful outcomes â&#x20AC;˘ The components of building sustainablity into project design â&#x20AC;˘ How to source, seek and communicate with grants bodies, learn the basics of fundraising and managing the budget â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ Being Social - the press, social media and marketing â&#x20AC;˘ How to run a community event to build community support The program will run on either a Thursday or Friday in different towns to give participants an opportunity to experience different locations in South Gippsland. For more information please contact Dana Hughes on: 5662 9384 or dana.hughes@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

IMPOUNDED VEHICLE Council Impounded the following vehicle in accordance with Schedule 11 of the Local Government Act 1989. On 29 January 2019 from Hilgroves Road, Leongatha South. Vehicle Make: Nissan Vehicle Type: Station Wagon Colour: Red Year: 1989 Registration Number: EIO821

Wednesday 27 February 2019, 2.00pm *Register your questions (COB 22/2) by accessing Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Questions for Council Meetingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; page, contact 5662 9222 for details. Alternatively you can lodge

of Council Meeting. Please note that Council live streams Engine Number: CA20234103A its Ordinary Council Meetings, refer to the Policy on Unless vehicle is collected and relevant fees paid by 20 Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website for more details. February, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the public.

WORKS THIS WEEK Roadside Slashing: Mirboo North, Foster North Unsealed Road Drainage Maintenance: Poowong East, Welshpool, Hedley Unsealed Road Maintenance: Pound Creek, Tarwin, Venus Bay, Poowong, Nyora Tree Requests: Whole Shire Reseal Preparation and Stabilising: Andersons Inlet Road, Moyarra Footpath Renewal: Landy Road, Foster and Bridge Street, Korumburra Kerb and Channel Renewal Works: Landy Road, Foster and Spring Street, Korumburra Changeroom Refurbishment: Korumburra Recreation Reserve Sealed Road Drainage Program: Bass Valley Road, Bena Road Regulating: Old Waratah Road, Fish Creek Sealed Road Shoulder Maintenance: Silcocks Hill Road, Toora Culvert Extension: Fish Creek: Waratah road, Waratah Culvert and Endwalls Works: Fullers Road, Foster

ROAD RENAMING proposal put forward by Council, November 2018, to rename two sections of road in the township of Korumburra as follows; â&#x20AC;˘ Part section of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mair Cresentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; off Princes Street to be renamed â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stag Streetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;˘ Part section of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Little Princes Streetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; off Mair Cresent to be renamed â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pam Laneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; See Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page and website for a detailed image.

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Watch and wait: South Gippsland firefighters were recently deployed to a bushfire in East Gippsland. This photo was taken at W Tree. Photo: Ruby Fire Brigade.

Prom fire quashed A BUSHFIRE started in the northern area of Wilsons Promontory National Park on Tuesday, January 29.

The fire was quickly contained by fire suppress`on activities on the ground and from the air, and is no longer active. Five Mile Road was closed and there was no public access to Millers Landing, Vereker Outlook or overnight hikes in the north of the Prom while fire suppression continued. According to Parks Victoria The Prom was not evacuated, however it reminded the community to monitor conditions through the VicEmergency app.

above, Aerial attack: a helicopter drops water on the Barrys Hill fire at Wilsons Promontory National Park last week. Photo: Parks Victoria. right, Hard at it: crews build a rakehoe line to contain the Barrys Hill fire at Wilsons Promontory National Park. Photo: Parks Victoria.

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Firies rush to help East Gippsland SOUTH Gippsland firefighters were deployed to a raging bushfire in East Gippsland over the Australia Day long weekend.

Crews from Ruby, Koonwarra, Pound Creek, Dumbalk, Leongatha, Mirboo North, Korumburra and Loch brigades joined others to form District 9 strike team 9024 at the Nunnett-Timbarra Fire near Buchan. South Gippsland crews were deployed at W Tree, Butchers Ridge and Gelantipy, where emergency warnings were issued. Luckily, with lighter winds than predicted, the fire did not make the South Gippsland crew, but they saw bark and leaves fall around them, putting them on high alert for spot fires. Crews worked out of the Buchan staging area at the Buchan Recreation Reserve. Upon leaving the staging area on the Friday, a significant smoke column had formed, indicating increased and unpredictable fire behaviour. This had ‘punched through’ the inversion layer

and formed a pirocumulus cloud, creating its’ own weather. The South Gippsland firefighters safely deployed to an area where they could observe the fire and respond to spot fires to help protect homes and community infrastructure around the W Tree, Butchers Ridge and Gelantipy communities. Deployment on the Saturday was to the same area to provide support to others who were establishing control lines and to provide protection to the communities, as the fire was now on the valley facing W Tree. With cooler conditions and light winds, fire behaviour was very predictable, with the fire moving at a very slow rate. Crews returned home on the Sunday morning. Darren Hardacre of Ruby Fire Brigade said, “With the fire looking to be significant, we really dodged a bullet, with no significant fire impact on the local communities.” He was deployed to the Aberfeldy fire on Friday.

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MEENIYAN’S skate park, playground and rotunda will be officially opened on Friday, March 15 at 6pm. Come along to the playground at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve for the big occasion and while there, enjoy a barbecue. WOULD you like to serve and be a part of the Inverloch community? The Inverloch Rotary Club meets at the Inlet Hotel on the first and third Wednesday nights of the month at 5.45pm for a 6pm start, and on the fifth Wednesday, at the RACV Resort for breakfast 8am. See the website www.inverlochrotary.org. au for more information. SCIENTISTS and volunteers are returning to dig for fossils at Inverloch this month. The Inverloch Dinosaur Dreaming dig site at The Caves, towards Cape Paterson, is Victoria’s most productive dinosaur fossil site, with some 15,000 bones found from 1991 to 2013. Visits to the site are organised through the Bunurong Environment Centre through holiday, school or visitor programs.

Back then: the 3rd Leongatha Brownie pack of 1968. Do you know who is in this photo?

DON’T miss the fun of the Korumburra Show and Korumburra Music Festival this Saturday, February 9 at the Korumburra Showgrounds. The event is a highlight of the town’s Korumburra calendar and will have activities appealing to a wide range of age groups.

A PHOTOGRAPH of unknown origin is in Leongatha Girl Guides believe Joyce Gaudion and Ellen Boag are in the photo and would need of identification. The black and white porlike to know if readers know the identities of other girls depicted. trait is of an unknown woman and features hand coloured elements, accompanied by a card with the words “all my love, Lew/Ken 22-07-35.” The photograph was printed by Marrietta Studio, GIPPY Rocks is an annual rock and roll fes- Melbourne. Please contact Gary Van Sinderen on THIS year marks the 70th year of contival held in Sale from February 22 to 24. It is 0439 651 405 for more information. tinuous Guiding in Leongatha. the only Gippsland based rock and roll festival. A unit was started in 1932 but folded before All profit from the festival will be donated to the 1939. After World War Two and 10 years, Guiding Ronald McDonald House - Monash Charity. began again in Leongatha. Two Brownie units The festival comprises two nights of rock and were started on March 2, 1949 and a Guide unit roll dancing at the Memorial Hall, Macalister CELEBRATE the World Day of Prayer in October 1949. Street Sale, with live bands (Silverados from Ad- in Leongatha in March. This year in November, the Leongatha Guides elaide, The Rockin’ Tones, Cadillac Drifters and MEENIYAN’S Miranda Wilson is in Since 1887, on or near the first Friday in March will be having a celebration to mark its 70th year. Jump Cats, all from Melbourne), a dance compethe running for a leadership award. Members would like the ‘old Guides” and tition, dance demo in Gippsland Centre Sale, and every year, millions of Christians have gathered She is a nominee in the First National Real friends of Guides, to come along and help them then bands playing on the Canal reserve in Punt worldwide to pray for the issues of family vioEstate Leadership Award in the 2019 Seven celebrate. lence, child abuse, human traffi cking, and other Lane in Sale. News Young Achiever Awards. The members are hoping to jog readers’ To book or for further information, look up our forms of injustice. rd Miranda has been head coach of Leongatha Guiding memories by starting with the 3 ln 2019 that prayerful support will be directwebsite: www.gippyrocks.org.au Gymnastics Club since 2012, during which Leongatha Brownie Pack in 1968. ed at the approximate two million inhabitants time the number of registered members has The 3rd Brownie pack started in April 1951, DO you know of a birthday or snippet of of the Republic of Slovenia, a central European risen from 100 to 400. with Joy Timmins as Brown Owl and Joan news that readers would be interested in? If so, country. She leads a coaching team of 20 and is Hendley as Tawny Owl. please feel free to email it to col7@thestar.com. After declaring its independence from Yugoalways looking for ways to improve the club Were you in Brownies in 1968? Do you know au for publication. slavia on June 27, 1991, Slovenia adopted a flag who is in this photo? Leongatha Girl Guides and herself. with three equal horizontal stripes, white, blue and believe that Joyce Gaudion and Ellen Boag are in Miranda has put her heart and soul into red with the Slovene coat of arms in the top left the photo and would like to know the names of developing the Leongatha Gymnastics Club quadrant: the white for Mount Triglav, the blue others depicted. to what it is today. Judging will be held on Wednesday, March lines for the Adriatic sea and local rivers, and the If you have any historic information that may 6, with winners announced at an awards gala golden stars from the coat of arms of Counts of be useful in the celebration, contact Chris Oliver presentation dinner on Friday, May 10. Celje, a Slovenian dynastic house from late 14th on coliver@guidesvic.org.au PET CREMATIONS century. 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Champ breathes new life into BMX track A NEWCOMER to the region is leading the charge to restore one of Leongatha’s most under used facilities, the Leongatha BMX track.

Having lived in Korumburra for only eight months, former state and national title competitor and BMX Victoria A pro, Nathan Evans, wants to get the Leongatha track upgraded to show the possibilities of having a local BMX club. With the support of South Gippsland Shire Council, Mr Evans gave up his annual leave to begin stage one of the track upgrade. Mr Evans said the original track was built in the 1980s and is not wide or long enough to meet racing regulation to reach competition standard and become affiliated with BMX Victoria. A landscaper by trade with prior experience in track building, and a former president of the Frankston Sharks BMX club, Mr Evans has a range of experience in BMX. “The ultimate goal is to set up a committee for a new BMX club and after that we have classes, coaching and competitions,” he said. “But you first we need a track and there is one ready to get up and running with community support. “I just want to get the word out there that if anyone can get on board, this is a fantastic sport to get into. It’s also a great boost for the town if we have inter-club competitions in the future.” Mr Evans said driving his daughter Isabelle to the nearest tracks in Frankston or Cranbourne didn’t make sense when Leongatha already had a track. Leongatha Garden Supplies provided landfill for stage one. About 1500 cubic metres more landfill is needed to complete stage two of the upgrade. Council’s recreation coordinator Ian Murphy said in the past years, the condition of the track had declined as jumps and berms eroded and lost shape. “Nathan got in touch with us regarding his desire to improve the track,” he said. “Getting the track developed to competition level will require more volunteers and participants to come on board and develop a club. “The priority for council is to provide a safe facility and hopefully renew interest from local riders. Council has a strong record of supporting sport and

recreation clubs to improve facilities.” Council CEO Tim Tamlin and Leongatha contractor Brenton Williams met at the track recently to discuss the work Mr Williams and Mr Evans have been doing on the track. Mr Tamlin said, “For the last 12 months Nathan has been in discussion with council over his vision for improvements to the track. “We’ve actually been really lucky to have someone as knowledgeable as he is to give advice on how to get the best out of what we’ve got here.” Council recently engaged Mr Williams’ company BJ Earthmoving to work with Mr Evans to begin reshaping the track. “I’m amazed at the difference they’ve made, thanks in large part to a generous donation of material from the Knox family that has helped with reshaping the start mound, some new jumps and the berms,” Mr Tamlin said. “Now there is a significant amount of material from the new United petrol station on Anderson Street that will be used in the next stage of the redevelopment. That’s expected to get underway in the next few weeks.” Mr Murphy said, “Due to the dry conditions, it will take some time for the track to compact down to a good quality riding surface, but Nathan is committed to continuing to work on the track to provide a top quality facility. “In the meantime the track will still provide a much improved opportunity for local riders to get out and experience what BMX is about. “Since the inclusion of BMX in the Olympics at the 2008 Beijing Games, interest and participation in the sport has grown rapidly. “Council will continue to work with Nathan to support his dreams of a local club to run coaching and come and try days at the track. “If there is enough local interest, this could expand to hosting races and events at the site. This is another fantastic example of the wonderful work undertaken by many dedicated volunteers to provide sport and recreation opportunities for our community right across South Gippsland.” To join the committee or for more information on Leongatha BMX visit the Facebook page “Leongatha BMX” or contact Mr Evans on 0400 842 936.

Coastal park in the works “This is a long term project and we’ll consult WORKS are underway to develop the with the community every step of the way.” Bass Coast Coastal Park. The Labor Government promised the coastal park would be developed upon its re-election in November. The $16.6 million investment will link the existing Bunurong Marine Park and Bunurong Coastal Reserve, Punchbowl Reserve and Kilcunda-Harmers Haven Coastal Reserve along 40 metres of coastline from San Remo to Inverloch. The George Bass Coastal Walk will also be extended, providing a tourist trail from San Remo to Inverloch. New campgrounds, paths to access beaches, walking paths and vegetation will also be included in the project. “We’ve begun work on developing a Bass Coast Coastal Park so that this precious part of Victoria is linked up for campers, walkers and nature lovers to enjoy,” Victorian Minister for Environment Lily D’Ambrosio said.

The State Government is in the throes of determining the specifics of this project – including scoping, timeframes, design and routing, and options – which will be delivered for community input. This forward planning will ensure the local community and environment receive the right outcome. The Star asked the State Government if land acquisition will be a factor in developing the coastal park, but was informed it was too early to tell at this time. The State Government will be in a position to confirm more details later this year.

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Rider ready: Isabelle Evans tests the upgrades to the Leongatha BMX track with her father Nathan Evans who is working towards creating a new club for the town.

Taking shape: South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin and Leongatha contractor Brenton Williams met at the Leongatha BMX track last Wednesday to discuss the work that Mr Williams and Korumburra volunteer Nathan Evans have been doing on the Leongatha BMX track.

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OPINIONS

Council on notice

I ATTENDED the Rate Challengers meeting at Venus Bay and have followed the responses with interest.

At the meeting I expressed my opinion that councillors have virtually no idea about finances and comment as follows: • Why do councillors need four years to think about a rate reduction? Is that to be announced just before the next council election? I read bits in the four year plan about a three percent rate reduction but the Financial Budget Rates Income around $41 million per year does not show a reduction in any one of the four years. Please explain! • Council’s 3.35 million bank loan to be paid in 2020. Don’t councillors know that - or forget at times? The Balance Sheet 2018 says money in the bank is $36 million. This includes $28 million not needed for operational purposes and pretty well salted away in term deposits. Fresh rates income adds to that, easily making the ‘sugar bowl’ bigger. Why is this so? This ‘sugar bowl’ has been accumulated with the extraordinary high rates we are forced to pay. I think that is scandalous. The meeting was also told and I quote: “So with the cash in the bank, where should it be spent?” I say this: this money ripped from ratepayers must be returned to ratepayers. Unfortunately, councillors, have you not noticed this money is being spent, right now, by the bureaucracy? Capital expenditure planned this year is $23 million and with a grants income of $14 million, we see $9 million down the gurgler already. Operational costs, alarmingly high, will ensure not much is left, if any. Capital expenditure should have red flags and alarms all over it. The danger of two storey two unit development all over Venus Bay as planned by a Melbourne architect firm is with us right now. VCAT action may have stalled this development in

Bradley Street temporarily. Further legal action may well result in ugly two unit, two storey boxes all over Venus Bay, spoiling the peninsula forever. And after that? Tarwin Lower, Walkerville, Fish Creek, etc? The neglect of Venus Bay must be addressed immediately. Not with mickey mouse rubbish with an eye on the next election, but with real governance. The usual wringing of hands and endless waffle, spin and process with no measurable outcomes is not acceptable. Councillors, you are on notice. Your every move is now watched and evaluated. And judged. Please let us know your plans, timetable and measurable outcomes. That would be a start, belated as it is.

Gus Blaauw, Venus Bay.

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buy online from an overseas company. Retailers based within Australia are subject to Australian Consumer Law. Retailers based overseas may only need to comply with the consumer protection laws of their own country, meaning that $20 you thought you saved, actually costs you hundreds of dollars in the long run. An example provided in the report showed consumers purchasing items advertised as genuine leather, that began peeling within weeks, or furniture that arrived different to that pictured and chipping. When you shop local, your money stays local and you are not only protected by consumer rights, but you are helping local families.

Danny O’Brien MP, The Nationals Member for Gippsland South, Shadow Assistant Minister for Regional Health, Shadow Assistant Minister for Ambulance Services.

Letters to the Editor he, I believe, runs an accountancy business. He then continues to denounce the current group of councillors, albeit he is now one who simply got back in due to a councillor resigning, for removing or deferring many of those programs and criticizes the current councillors for their behaviour over the last two years; talk about the pot calling the kettle black! Cr Fawcett and his clique of councillors were voted out at the last election mainly because of the exorbitant rates and the inequitable rating strategy that they oversaw and introduced at the expense of many disgruntled South Gippsland ratepayers. I only hope the Local Government monitor, Peter Stevens, appointed to observe the behaviour and running of the South Gippsland Shire Council, reads Cr Fawcett’s inflammatory comments which will only further deteriorate good council in the shire.

Barry Gilbert, Walkerville.

ON driving into Meeniyan, one can only be delightfully inspired: beautiful gardens, Rates too high including a vegie patch that I HAVE just reread the arwould do a market gardener ticle “Councillors ‘ wishlists proud. The variety of intriguing for South Gippsland in 2019” life like straw people placed featured in The Star, January along the main street provides a 22, 2019. unique and enjoyable display. No doubt the town is gearing up for the annual Garlic Festival. Congratulations Meeniyan. You do it very well.

Ken Caithness, Koonwarra.

Buy local RECENT figures released by Consumer Affairs Victoria show complaints involving online shopping have risen 12 percent to 8957 cases last year. It’s another good reason to shop locally, where you can see and feel the product and can follow up directly if there are postpurchase problems. I understand that everyone loves a bargain and the convenience (sometimes) of online shopping, but people should understand the risks when you

E D I T O R I A L Here’s a toast to our volunteers AN outbreak of fires across Gippsland and a storm that hit South Gippsland last Wednesday are not only causes for concern but also reasons to stop and thank the volunteers of the Country Fire Authority and the State Emergency Service.

These dedicated community people have been giving countless hours of their time – often working 14 hour shifts and throughout the night and into dawn – to make our communities safe to live. CFA volunteers have been working since Friday to contain the fire at Grantville and Mirboo North CFA members are at Walhalla, while Ruby CFA is represented at Aberfeldy, on the back of working at the Timbarra fire in East Gippsland the weekend prior. SES units from Leongatha and Foster worked to clear roads of trees after winds felled trees across the South Gippsland Highway and other roads throughout the region, and these volunteers toiled in trying conditions. Without people willing to give so much of their time – not just during times of emergency but also to train and prepare for such events – the risk of losing houses to fire or cars to falling trees would be far greater. Thank you, emergency service volunteers. For so much of the year we know you are there but it’s during times of emergency that the community really recognises how lucky we are to have you.

We can act

IS 44 degrees the new normal? Is a heatwave that brings temperatures in the 40s for weeks on end – as northern Victoria I did this carefully because has been having – going to be of a ratepayer’s articulate refer- an annual event? ence to it at our recently held Rates Challengers community meeting in Venus Bay. He was exactly right. Lots of wishes: admissions of ongoing tensions that need to be removed before any group could function at all, much less effectively, but not a mention on working on or even an awareness of the fact that this council needs to ‘cut its suit according to its cloth’ and address the overpaid bureaucracy that it supports and maintains without any conscience while overcharging its own struggling South Gippsland ratepayers. We deserve better.

Marie Gerrard-Staton, South Gippsland Rates Challengers.

Responding to Cr Fawcett

This is one of the faces of climate change. It is not someone else’s issue – it is in the interests of every one of us to reduce our emissions. That means using renewable energy, using less electricity and using vehicles less. This includes buying things made/ grown locally, not thousands of kilometres away. The opportunities that will arise from a national commitment to zero emissions in, say, 15 years, will be far greater than ‘business as usual’. It is not a matter of technology, but of political will. Politicians’ unwillingness to recognise and act on this crisis is reckless at best.

Aileen Vening, Wonthaggi.

Call for a patriotic project

I REFER to the article, “Arty boost for ‘Gatha”, in The Star, THE thing most Australians January 22, and the comments would like to see is a national project. Only one has of Cr Jim Fawcett. Cr Fawcett praised the pre- occurred since 1901 and that vious council, of which he was was the Snowy Scheme and an elected councillor on primary we remember Bob Menzies votes, for capital works grants because of it. that were approved mainly for programs to benefit Leongatha and its commercial sector where

We see them playing cricket in the bed of the Darling, the fish dying by their millions and we

talk about water and drought every day of our lives. Why can’t our politicians see the answer lays in their hands. The top end of the Darling is only 100 feet above sea level; the water in the mountains above Cairns is between 2000 and 3000 feet and we are told it would be better if it didn’t’ flow into the Coral Sea. One three metre tunnel would divert over 30 acre feet every 24 hours into the Darling and would give a minimum of 200 dry land farmers 150 hectare of land to grow fodder on each year and give them reserves for the bad years. The only thing stopping it is the politicians. As a mature individual with over 20,000 hours of community and charity work, I am not entitled to a shingles vaccine and must pay $200. The hearing aids, I’m up to the $12,000 mark and a specialist requires a $1000 service fee a year. So if I live for another eight years, that’s $20,000 for unsatisfactory hearing. Kind regards to Jeff Kennett and let him know I’m over the hill.

Les Horsfield, Thorpdale.

Rates revolution TRYING to figure out a new, more satisfying way to divvy up the present rate revenue pie is not the answer. In this case, a long term solution could lay in rapidly expanding the rates base by attracting more permanent residents. Such an achievement will see South Gippsland Shire Council with more funds to play with. Not that simple of course! By increasing the population of the shire there are more people to service, thus increased expenditure. Counter balancing that problem, is the unquestionable fact new businesses will follow the influx of people. It also means existing retailers and businesses will blossom, instead of struggling to survive. Overall, it equates to a significant jobs boost and fewer, if any, empty shops. As an aside, the empty shops issue has little to do with rental charges, but everything to do with a lack of population! Thinking outside the square, what might happen if council sets an aspirational target of doubling the current population (approximately 30,000) of the shire to 60,000 in say, five years? That would be, instead of pottering along towards achieving a population of 36,000 by

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2036, as is currently predicted. The people to do this are there - in Melbourne - hankering to get the hell out of there. If you have been there lately, you will know what I am talking about! With proper promotion, South Gippsland Shire is an easy ‘sell’ as being a great place to live. The question is – can we cut through enough red and green tape to implement such a transformation in a shortish timeframe? It’s a timeframe controlled by election cycles. Such a strategy will get South Gippsland Shire on the Spring Street radar and may well get the funding necessary to assist both old and new projects. On balance, too many people is a better problem to have, than not enough people. Towns everywhere die through a lack of population – one only has to look at the history of Gippsland for proof. Sure, a rapid population increase will change the fabric of some places, but they will survive. I have faith in the staff of our shire to cope with the new problems generated and believe such a task is not beyond their capability. I might be a lone voice on this, but I reckon expanding the staff level will be necessary. It’s just a matter of finding the right people, as is always the case! Initially the jobs are not here to support the ‘newbies’ – a hurdle, but not an insurmountable one. Elsewhere, the case has been the first generation travels for work so we become a ‘dormitory’ for them and that’s what we sell. With the second generation, the jobs are local, for both the newcomers and our own families. History confirms the businesses follow the people, not the other way around, as some councillors appear to think judging by the individual wishlists/ views/aspirations they each had published in The Star, January 22. Most espoused admirable support for smallish ventures, but appear to lack vision when it comes to ‘game changing’ issues, like understanding how a strategy, such as I am postulating here, might be developed. My perception is there might be exceptions in Cr Andrew McEwen, Cr Jim Fawcett and Cr Rosemary Cousin. I would expect strong opposition to what I am proposing as a solution to the rates issue and as I understand it, the meeting held at Venus Bay regarding this matter, highlighted the depth of the divide between those who want ‘progress’ and those who

don’t. Without unity, we get nowhere! The price of progress is daunting, but without progress we may well be disaster bound. Imagine the situation if nothing is done and a major business, like Murray Goulburn, exited the shire. It boils down to this: if the shire shows no demonstrative ambition to achieve progress, expect little funding to be forthcoming from either State or Federal governments. We will remain too small to matter – exactly what has been happening for the last generation or longer! Each and every one of us needs to give much thought to exactly what we want from our shire moving forward. On the pressing issue of what to do in the short term about the rates split. Can I suggest the council sticks with the three percent reduction commitment and nicks the funding for it out of the reserves. It’s my understanding we are in surplus. That would at least save the councillors’ hides from the ire of the ratepayers until the postulated increase in revenue starts to flow. This suggestion has a proviso – it’s a no deal if it involves dipping into the funding for the parking solution (Leongatha) advocated in the comprehensive (and expensive) AECOM Australia Pty Ltd report February 4, 2013. I am presuming the recommended fund to provide for the necessary future infrastructure was established. My vision for the marketing of the shire to attract new residents would involve a saturation advertising campaign. That’s not cheap! To at least partially fund the project, I advocate terminating immediately the South Gippsland Rail Trail Extension (SGRTE) project(s) and redirecting those council committed funds ($750,000 I believe), to the proposed advertising campaign. The SGRTE projects are of extremely limited value to most of the shire residents and, if achieved, the population increase would greatly benefit the rail trail in any case. The rail trail projects were recently described (in the local press) by an ‘expert’ as being the most expensive bicycle trail ever built anywhere. Aside from that, there is currently considerable risk the funding expenditure on the SGRTE could be totally wasted if the current proposals are proceeded with. It’s OUR MONEY!

John McCombe, Leongatha.

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Sari Hickey, Leongatha Primary School.

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Alanah Grist, Leongatha Primary School.

“Ham and cheese sandwich.”

Luke Webster, Leongatha Primary School.

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SCHOOL’S BACK in South Gippsland Exciting start at Leongatha IT’S been a positive start to 2019 at Leongatha Secondary College, with 124 Year 7 students and new enrolments across all year levels. “Due to the growth of numbers this year, we have six Year 7 classes, one more than last year,” principal Wayne Chester said. “This year is an exciting year for Leongatha Secondary College, with new enrolments in every year level.” New teaching staff include Craig McCaughan as teacher/learning coach, Denita McMillan as English teacher/teaching and learning leader, arts teacher and PLT leader Karyn Haig, humanities teacher Laurie Bier and Kayla Redpath, outdoor education/sport and recreation trainee. Two new education support staff mem-

bers are business manager Kim Cross and Kate Kuhne, college operations assistant. The first event on the school calendar is the annual College Swimming Sports at the Korumburra Swimming Pool today (Tuesday).

School photographs will be taken tomorrow (Wednesday). Year 7 students will have the opportunity to get to know their peers and teachers, develop self-confidence, trust, problem solving and team work skills, whilst

Leading the way: from left, Leongatha Secondary College leaders Amelia Dunn, Will McCarthy, principal Wayne Chester, Elizabeth Harms and Irene Thorson.

having fun at the three day Beach Adventure Camp from February 13 to 15. The following week, the first group of Year 8s will head off for their hiking camp at Nayook Campus, in the Warburton area.

This camp gives students the opportunity to learn a number of skills related to camping and will be part of their physical education unit. Students will take part in two days of hiking, a day of water activities and community enhancement activities.

Joining the team: new faces at Leongatha Secondary College are, back, from left, Kayla Redpath, Craig McCaughan and Kate Kuhne, and front, from left, Denita McMillan, Karyn Haig and Laurie Bier.

Leadership team: Wonthaggi Secondary College’s McBride campus principal Marg O’Donnell congratulated 2019 school leaders Chad Emery, Tawan Spadafori, Hayley Verboon and Finley Dempsey.

Smooth start at Wonthaggi AS Wonthaggi Secondary College eagerly awaits the opening of its new senior campus in 2020, it has kicked off 2019 with an action packed term one. Outdoor play: new preps having a ball at Inverloch Primary School were, front, from left Charlotte and Matilda, and back, from left, Indy, Lachlan, Zara and Archie.

Inverloch grows ENROLMENTS continue to rise at In- Steph McDonald and Jodie Sheppard join the Inverloch Primary School, while numbers verloch staff, along with education trainees Liam at the annexe school Kongwak Primary Lidstome and Olivia Peterson. Clara Torrijos Fernandez, a Spanish language School have remained the same. Inverloch has 442 children this year and Kongwak has 29 with 72 preps at Inverloch and three at Kongwak. The school has welcomed new assistant principal Kathy Jones. Geoff Tyson has relocated to Kongwak to teach the older class and Karen Woods has moved to Inverloch to teach grades 1/2. Chris Terlich,

assistant from Madrid in Spain, is working at the school to build its Spanish program. Over the school holidays, Kongwak had a major refurbishment, with painting, roofing, electrical, carpet, cabinetry and plumbing and path works, and cleaning and decluttering. Coming up are swimming trials and open water swimming lessons for grades 5 and 6.

The college welcomed 280 Year 7 students, who will be treated to the three day orientation camp in March. Year 7 numbers have continued to grow during the first week of term with a few late enrolments coming through. Parents of Year 7 students will also be invited to the school to meet their child’s teachers and receive information to help the transition to secondary college run smoothly. Dudley campus principal Ross Bramley said the Year 7 students have already made a fantastic start to the term. “It always amazes me how quickly the students are able to settle in,” he said. “We have a large cohort of 280 Year 7 students – we had around 250 in previous years, so it is a lot bigger – and I have been impressed with the way they have settled in beautifully.” The college held a successful transition program in 2018, which included Mr Bramley visiting local primary schools to discuss secondary college expectations with the students and the annual Fantastic Racers event. The Year 12 students will embark on a camp of their own this week, heading to Melbourne to visit a range of

universities as part of the tertiary camp. Approximately 140 students will undertake VCE and 20 will be doing VCAL this year. The VCAL coordinator will be working with local employers to provide more opportunities for the students. House swimming and athletics will take place later in the term. An investiture for the school leadership team will be held in February. Due to the increase in numbers, there were more leadership roles offered this year, including school captains, house captains and peer support leaders. The college is also placing a greater emphasis on student wellbeing and has undertaken an overhaul of its at risk programs “We offer four programs to support any students who may be feeling anxious about attending school. We are continuing to enhance these programs this year,” college principal Darren Parker said. “We are also working with the (Bass Coast Shire) council to keep Webbs Shed after the school relocates out of McBride Avenue. This will provide a flexible space for students to access support.” Mr Parker reported the development of the senior campus on McKenzie Street is progressing well. “There was a short break over the summer, but it’s right on schedule. A roof has been put on the new highball stadium, so you can get the feel of just how big that building is going to be,” he said.

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The hotel’s new beer garden and internal renovation officially opened on Sunday, showcasing a relaxed, charming outdoor area. Formerly the hotel’s drive through bottleshop, the beer garden is an ideal location to enjoy a relaxed ale on a balmy summer’s evening - and also year round. A rear wall of the smokers’ room has been removed to join the beer garden with the hotel interior, where there is a new sports bar. There are new tiles throughout the hotel, a new bistro counter, and new male and female toilets. Manager Kris Hocken said, “Everyone likes to have a drink outdoors on a nice sunny day. It’s a better use of the space and we can use it 12 months of the year.” The beer garden will be available for private functions and can seat 40 people. “We might try to do something once a month on a Sunday with a two piece band and a solo guitarist,” Kris said. The bottleshop closed on Christmas Day 2017 and in February last year, planning of the renovations began. Construction started in November. Leongatha builder Shane McLennan of con-

struction firm SMB oversaw the project, which has employed local tradespeople since November. “The whole lot flows together now whereas there was one colour in different rooms and different tiles, so there is a lot more continuity now,” he said. Mr McLennan was proud to work on the project, saying it was about “locals supporting locals”. “I always come here. The banter and the atmosphere is good here,” he said. “I just hope that seeing Bairs has invested in the town, the town comes back and supports them. People need to supports the shops and the businesses.” The main bar is proposed to be renovated in the future. Kris thanked the many local tradespeople involved in the project for their contribution. Bairs Hotel has been a part of a Leongatha’s social scene since it opened in 1890 and has been run by the Hocken family for nearly 21 years, with Kris’ father Greg the owner of the building. The business employs 14 people in the bar and kitchen. “It’s very social. There is never dull moment,” Kris said of his job. “Friendly banter with customers who become more like friends is what makes the job great.”

Relaxation time: Grant McDonald of McDonald and Roberts is pictured in the new Bairs Hotel beer garden. McDonald and Roberts was proud to be associated with the renovations at Bairs.

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town, the town comes back and supports them. People need to support the shops and the businesses.” Mr McLennan carries a similar attitude whilst running his business and is known for hiring locals. For the Bairs Hotel project, local contractors hired by Mr McLennan included Steve Martin Plumbing, Taranto Glass, Herrald Concreting, John Clark Bobcat Hire, Dave Newton Bobcat Hire, Gippsland Fencing, Riseley Transport, and McDonald and Roberts Electricians. SMB services South Gippsland, but is also happy to complete jobs in Melbourne.

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SCHOOL’S BACK in South Gippsland Excited faces at Mary MacKillop MARY MacKillop College in Leongatha welcomed 118 happy new Year 7 students and their families to the school last Wednesday.

New adventure: from left, having a good time at Mary MacKillop College in Leongatha last Thursday were Year 7 students Nina Chang, Alice Evans, Jasmine Taylor, Misha Gange and Katie Blackshaw.

Principal David Leslie said there were many nervous but excited faces, with students hailing from 24 primary schools and filling five classes. The new playground, funded by the Parents and Friends, was popular with years 7 and 8 students. The Year 7 enrolment is slightly down on last year’s figure of 126. The college also welcomed new students joining at most other year levels. “A special point to note is the continuing numbers of students who are children of Alumni. This second generation is growing all the time,” Mr Leslie said. The college enrolment remains the same as 2018 at 590 students and the

school community is looking forward to another successful year in 2019. Later this year, construction will commence on a new state of the art $4.5 million Senior School, thanks to a significant capital grant of $1 million. This project is the fulfilment of more than 30 years of development at the Leongatha site. For the first time, the college will have a full suite of permanent, first class buildings. Mary MacKillop College is pleased to welcome three new teachers for 2019: Mrs Julia Strentz, learning adjustment leader. She has extensive qualifications in this area and comes from St Joseph’s Primary School at Korumburra where she had a similar role; Mrs Joanne Knox, curriculum leader – VCAL, a role she previously held at ECG College; and Mrs Sally Newton who has relocat-

ed back to the area with her young family and joins the Junior School team. “All three are highly experienced, dynamic teachers and great additions to an already strong team,” Mr Leslie said. After the success of last year’s program, the college has continued its partnership with AFL SportsReady, welcoming two former students back to the college as trainees – Ms Anna Kirk (class of 2017) and Ms Hannah Charlton (class of 2018) – to complete their certificates in health and fitness and assist staff and students throughout the year. The college theme this year, selected by the Student Mission team, is “The strongest trees are the slowest growing”, a quote from Fr Julian Tenison Woods. “Mary MacKillop College, 33 years young, is still growing strong,” Mr Leslie said.

New chapter for Chairo CHAIRO Christian School in Leongatha has welcomed 50 new students this year, boosted by the addition of a kindergarten, to open soon.

The kindergarten program accounts for 25 of the new children, with the Leongatha campus now offering three year old kindergarten through to Year 10. Fifteen new preps have joined the school this year, bringing total enrolment to 170. “It was 2010 or 2011 since we were at that number,” principal Anthony Collier said. “All the schools in Leongatha are growing. For us, we are still a small school and our parents are looking for a nurturing school environment where their child is not going to fall through the cracks. “Also being a part of Chairo is helping in terms of raising awareness of the school.” Mr Collier said the kindergarten program will complement the existing preschools in Leongatha and help to ease the pressures they face. “There is demand for early learning and our kindergarten will provide a fantastic transition to school,” he said. Two former classrooms have been converted into the kindergarten complex, which will offer three and four year old kindergarten, and includes a dedicated playground.

Fun times: Year 8 students at Mary MacKillop College in Leongatha enjoy the new years 7 and 8 playground last Thursday. They are, from left, Aidan Curtin, Exciting start: from left, Daniel of Year 8, Year 7 students Megan and Harry Bell and Will Croatto. William, principal Anthony Collier and Samantha of Year 8 are anticipating a successful year at Chairo Christian School in Leongatha. It is due to open within weeks and Mr Collier’s daughter Lucy will be in the four year old program. Students travel to Chairo from Leongatha and as far as Poowong and Meeniyan. The school welcomes five new staff this year: kindergarten teacher Nickie Turner, kindergarten assistant Susie Piening, teacher aides Ruth Humphrey

and Tom Thatcher, and welfare chaplain Larissa Hipwell. Years 7 and 8 students will soon travel to Canberra for a camp, and athletics and swimming carnivals are approaching. A cybersafety night was held for parents last Thursday and a day for students on Friday, to help years 5 to 10 students use their laptops safely.

Ready to learn: new prep students Elijah, Joe and Eve are feeling at home at St Joseph’s Primary School at Korumburra.

Building a future at St Joseph’s TWO new classrooms could be completed at St Joseph’s Primary School in Korumburra by the end of term one.

and welcomed Julia Foster, who is teaching Grade 5/6. Students will participate in Footsteps dance classes this year, which will end with a concert for parents. Once this project is done, work will start The grades 3-6 swimming program starton three new classrooms and outdoor learned last Friday and will continue until Februing spaces. ary 26. The school welcomed 128 students back The school will hold swimming and Loving reading: from left, Johan of Grade 2, Isabella of Grade 1, and Grade 2 students Josephine and last week, including 14 preps, an increase on athletics sports with St Laurence’s Primary last year. School and Chairo Christian School this Kohl with principal Anthony Collier at Chairo Christian School in Leongatha. The school farewelled teacher Julia term. Strentz at the end of 2018, as she moved The school community is looking forto Mary MacKillop College at Leongatha, ward to its fete in November.

More back to school coverage in next week’s Star.

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SCHOOL’S BACK in South Gippsland Numbers rise at Foster FOSTER Primary School welcomed four extra students this year, boosting enrolment to 214.

Life moment: the new preps at Foster Primary School gathered for a commemorative photo.

The school has more preps in 2019, with 34 compared to 25 last year. The school welcomes new staff member Katie Jones who is replacing Ms Hutchison for the year, and new education support staff Laara Eames and Trish O’Neil. Another education support staff member, Jo Moloney, left at the end of 2018. Over the holidays, a new playground was installed and mulch was spread over both playgrounds. A new covered area was placed outside the senior building to provide shade and shelter. The old buildings will be demolished under the asbestos removal program and the school is expected to have a new building by the end of June. Coming events are the grades 3-6 swimming and swimming carnival, followed by district and division swimming. Netball Victoria will visit the school in February to work with grades 1 to 6.

Proud start for Foster Secondary College FOSTER Secondary College was thrilled to welcome an influx of enrolments to kick off 2019. With an overall total of 262 students, the school welcomed 41 Year 7 students. “We did see a fall in enrolments in recent years due to demographics, so it is wonderful to see that

it’s starting to turn around,” principal Matthew McPhee said. “We have a nice group of Year 7s, who have settled in extremely well.” As well as new students, the school welcomed Jenny Young, who will be teaching health and physical education. The college is starting off the year strong with a

great calendar of events. House swimming and athletics will take place in term one, as well as the interschool competitions. Students are also looking forward to having the opportunity to visit the college’s sister school in China later this year. The college has also worked hard to offer its students a fantastic program of subjects. This has included a rigorous overhaul of the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) program. “We have restructured the VCAL program to ensure we can support those students who are fair dinkum about entering the workforce,” Mr McPhee

said. “We are focused on helping our students look attractive for potential employers and to find future employment. We will be using our horticulture shed and hot house as part of that hands on training. This year, we will be supporting a dozen students who want to achieve their qualifications.” The school recently underwent a $1 million refurbishment, creating a state of the art, high functioning secondary college. Mr McPhee said the school had been held up as a pillar for other schools to aspire to, which has been a real feather in the college’s cap.

Starting out: from left, the 2019 Foundation students at Koonwarra Village School are Evie, Martha, Cole, Daniel, Patrick and Reuben. Absent, Connor.

New teachers at Koonwarra SEVEN prep students were welcomed to Koonwarra Village School last week, giving an enrolment of 56 students.

Henry Rushford. All classrooms have been re-arranged for a fresh start to the year. The whole school community will be getting Numbers are similar to last year and the school together for a family camp in Cape Paterson later in has welcomed new teachers Angus Henderson and February, a highlight of the school calendar.

Leading the school: from left, Lauren Gale, Matilda Traill, Tamara Lavarda, Courtney Zuidema and Ruby Mattingley were selected to take on the school captain roles at Foster Secondary College in 2019.

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SCHOOL’S BACK in South Gippsland Ready to learn at Bass Coast STUDENTS are excited to be back congratulated new school captains Dylan and at Bass Coast Specialist School in Ryan. Principal Edith Gray said she was pleased 10 Wonthaggi. senior students had applied for school captain

The school has welcomed four new Preps and roles. The school captains are voted for by students Lots of fun: Oliver and Haylee enjoyed and teachers. Applicants give a presentation and are voted checking out the new equipment in the enupon based on the way they communicate to the gine room at Bass Coast Specialist School. audience and what they want to achieve at the school. Ms Gray said students were in for an exciting first term with activities such as yoga. The school also received $12,000 of funding to upgrade its engine room. “Our engine room is run by our occupational therapist. The new equipment will improve the focus and physical fitness of our students,” she said. Some students have sensory processing difficulties, so the engine room is the perfect space to work on movement and deep pressure. This has a calming effect, which prepares them for their next classes. Sessions will take place in the engine room between classes each day to give the students a movement break. On top of this, the students will enjoy their new playground, which was completed during term four last year. In class, the students will be following on from last year’s fantastic work by continuing their strong focus on mathematics. Two teachers have undergone speciality training in this area. The students will also have a strong presence in the community this year, which began on Thursday when they attended the Wonthaggi leg of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour.

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Fresh faces: from left, seven new staff were welcomed to Newhaven College this year, Leading the way: Newhaven College principal Gea Lovell welcomed 930 students to the James van Cuylenburg, school psychologist; Paul Keelan, music; Karen Faulwetter, Year 3; new school year. The 2019 college captains are, from left, Matisse Cousins, Meg Hynes, Jennifer Crouch, senior maths, science and physics; Cameron Pedersen, Year 5, Beth Quinn, James Mercer and Luke Nicholson. school nurse; and Alex Burke, AFL sports trainee.

Newhaven celebrates 40 years of excellence THIS year is a significant one for Newhaven College as the school celebrates 40 years of excellence in education.

the college now has an enrolment of over 930 students at the magnificent Phillip Island Road campus. The only thing bigger than their enormous school bags were the smiles on the faces of the preps who Founded in 1980 with just 52 year 7 and 8 students began their school journey last Thursday. at the original Boys Home Road campus in Newhaven, The college’s prep transition program during term four of 2018 prepared the children well by familiarising them with their classrooms, teachers and class mates to make their first day experience an extremely positive one. No tears said it all – parents excepted. At the other end of their school journey, Year 12 students began with a forum day. The girls attended part two of Inspiring Young Women while the boys attended part two of their workshops with Man Cave. The stunning new gymnasium complex is already seeing plenty of action. The facility comprises a double court stadium, weights room, classroom, staffroom and state of the art changing facilities. Works on the adjoining synthetic hockey and tennis facilities and natural turf soccer pitch are due for completion in the coming months. In addition to completing the sporting facilities, Newhaven will build an outdoor amphitheatre and develop Boys Home Road Boulevard, a covered landscaped outdoor area adjoining the Senior Learning Centre that will feature rustic signs displaying images of the original Boys Home Road campus, and offer students an outdoor all weather study and informal Newhaven College prep: Maisie Sunder- area.The Year 9 Learning Centre will receive a facility land of Phillip Island was thrilled to start her and furniture upgrade, and planning for a future swimfirst day in preps at Newhaven College and ming pool and performing arts centre will continue. enjoyed breakfast with her family before her With thanks to VicRoads and Bass Coast Shire mother Rebecca (pictured) dropped her off at Council, a school crossing will soon be installed along Phillip Island Tourist Road to assist the increased numthe college last Thursday.

ber of students who walk or ride bikes to the college. New speed signs are already in operation requiring traffic to slow to 40km/h during school drop off and pick up times. Seven new staff have been welcomed to the college. Jennifer Crouch will teach senior maths, science and physics; Karen Faulwetter will teach Year 3; Cameron Pedersen will teach Year 5; and Paul Keelan will join the music faculty. Graduate Alex Burke will spend one more year at Newhaven as she completes an AFL Sports Traineeship and Beth Quinn will join Rosemarie Foulkes as a school nurse in the Health Centre.

James van Cuylenburg is the new school psychologist who will lead the psychology team. Through the generous support of Professor Michael Bernard, 2019 will also see the college embrace the prep to Year 12 You Can Do It wellbeing program, which will overlay the whole school wellbeing framework. Newhaven College continually strives to improve across all areas of the school with the best interests of students and families always at the fore. Enrolments are commencing for 2021, with some places available in prep, years 2, 3 and 9-12 in 2019. Please contact Belinda Manning on (03) 5956 7505 or visit www.newhavencol.vic.edu.au

Monkeys: hanging around were Korumburra Primary School Grade 1 and 2 students Archie and Khali with principal Nathan Pirouet.

Korumburra primary looks forward KORUMBURRA Primary School welcomed 340 students back to school for the 2019 year. Whilst the previous year saw 60 prep students at the school, 30 started their schooling life for the first time this year. A number of new faces were welcomed to the school, including Tracey Mandemaker and Gemma Farbus teaching Grades 3-4. Jackie Van Velzen was welcomed into a teaching role for Grades 5-6 as well. Good luck: it was a family affair for young Jack Mannix at Newhaven College. His parents An administrative addition to the primary Luci and Paul Mannix were joined by grandparents Sheryle and Keith Dalley and great school sees Suzy Winterbottom join the team as grandma Maureen Mullins, who all made the journey from Essendon to wish Jack well on welfare support person. With the unfortunate vandalism of historic, his first day.

stained glass windows for their first day back at school on January 29, principal Nathan Pirouet nevertheless looks forward to a positive year for the school. “We are looking forward to our swimming sports carnival on February 8 at the Korumburra Swimming Pool,” Mr Pirouet said. “We would like to ask our extended schooling family to please save the date for our annual school community welcome back evening. The evening is scheduled for Thursday, February 14 from 4.30pm to 7pm. More details will follow in the coming weeks.” The school’s motto encourages students to “Aim high, be respectful, be resilient and be responsible”.

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SCHOOL’S BACK in South Gippsland

School captains: Leongatha Primary School presented its captains last Friday. Boys captains are from left, Taine Lowe and Xavier Bruning, and girls captains are Anna Rowe and Ruby Kuhne. They are with former student and Melbourne doctor Jan Fletcher (at left) and principal Dot Coghlan.

Leongatha primary’s largest enrolment Ms Coghlan announced the sixth year of ChiLEONGATHA Primary School started na visits, going ahead as planned this year, which the 2019 school year with a record 565 will see 52 parents, staff and children visit China students, its largest ever enrolment. and mingle with Leongatha’s sister school. The school welcomed 12 new students in addition to 94 preps, an ever growing number according to principal Dot Coghlan. “We are delighted to welcome students back for the new school year and we also welcome new teachers into our school community,” she said. “Our new assistant principal is Ben Soumilas. Gemimah Rogers will teach Grade 4 and Jess Ginnivan and Emalie Gordon will teach prep. “We’re proud to have installed our new shade sails that cover the middle and senior school playground. Funding for the sails was greatly advanced by our ‘run for colour’ event held last year on the oval.”

The China visit is scheduled for the first term and will include a two week stay. The exchange program takes in wonders of the world including the Great Wall of China, Disney World and Shanghai city. Swimming and athletics continue this year as normal but this year’s big draw card is the school’s bi-annual fete during third term. A special curriculum day is also planned for February 8, with a visit from language expert Dr Misty Adomiou. Dr Adomiou teaches children specialised reading, writing and speaking techniques, of which Ms Coghlan keenly awaits.

Bouncing around: Leongatha Primary School students from Herald and Strzelecki Houses have fun playing under the newly installed shade sails that protect the middle and senior playground. Language and ICT: Leongatha Primary School captains for language and ICT are, from left, language captain Eleanor Pedlow, ICT (information and communication technology) captains Brandon Clifford and Luke Webster, and language captain Tim Hibberson.

Whiteman House: students from Leongatha Primary School’s Whiteman House are, from Performing arts: Leongatha Primary School performing arts captains are from left, art captains Teagan Elliott and Katie Geary, and music captains Alanah Grist and Ayanna Cashmore. left, Alice Hutchinson, Isaac Bolge, Sage Deenen and Jhett Brown.

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Weeds create debate at Kernot A MEETING of concerned Landcare, Bass MLA Jordan Crug- including the land owned by Vicresidents and farmers was held nale and Bass Coast Shire Councillor Track and DELWP, and other government land. Geoff Ellis. at the Kernot Store recently. The meeting suggested that while David Blum from Glen Forbes Approximately 30 people attended to discuss invasive weed control and the need for action rather than words from councils and State Government departments. In attendance were farmers from the Kernot and Woodleigh areas, as well as from Jeetho, Lang Lang, Wonthaggi and Glen Forbes in Bass Coast, as well as representatives from

Talking weeds: Bass MP Jordan Crugnale addresses a meeting about invasive weeds at Kernot Store recently. Photo: Bass Coast Shire Councillor Geoff Ellis.

chaired the meeting and Rosemary Knox from Woodleigh acted as secretary. The meeting discussed thistle, ragwort, dock weed and blackberry infestation on certain properties, and along roads and rail tracks where it appears the landowners/managers are not interested in clearing or cleaning up the problem. This allows seeds to spread to neighbouring properties, causing additional work for property owners already diligent about weeds. Concerned landholders felt there was no proper mechanism for forcing those at fault to clear their properties,

Landcare does a great job, perhaps they could do more to educate people, and include clearing willows and other invasive weeds from the banks of the Bass River. Both South Gippsland and Bass Coast Landcare networks, as well as Cr Ellis representing Bass Coast council and Ms Crugnale addressed the discussion. At the end of the meeting, a working committee was formed to follow up concerns. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien, has been contacted and has promised to follow up this matter in conjunction with Ms Crugnale.

New council targets to be set THE Victorian Government is working with shire councils on the introduction of targets for the delivery of key services such as road maintenance and the processing of planning applications.

Minister for Local Government Adem Somyurek said improving the targets reported on through the Know Your Council website would deliver better transparency and accountability across the state’s 79 local governments. The Know Your Council website provides information on a broad range of performance data on Victoria’s Local Government Authorities dating back to 2015, including planning permits, financial performance, roads, governance and waste collection.

This reporting boosts accountability by giving residents and businesses the opportunity to compare and contrast the performance of similar councils across a range of services and other measures across the state. The release of the Local Government Performance Reporting Framework Strategic Directions Paper 201821 seeks views on a three-year plan for improving the way Victoria’s councils report their performance. The most significant of the reforms is the setting of performance targets. This will strengthen council decisionmaking and transparency and drive continual improvement in council performance. It will also enable councils to benchmark their performance against similar councils. The strategy also features improved

integration and streamlined administration to reduce the reporting burden on councils. These reforms will be developed in consultation with the local government sector and delivered in stages over the next three years. For detailed information on South Gippsland and Bass Coast shire councils and to access the Strategic Directions Paper 2018-21, visit the Know Your Council website at knowyourcouncil. vic.gov.au. Mr Somyurek said: “We’re looking at a series of improvements to the way councils track their performance to ensure they are serving their communities in the best way. “The Know Your Council website gives ratepayers better insight into what their council is doing and how it’s working.”

Wetland project nears end BASS Coast Shire be completed this Council’s water sen- February. Expected to take around sitive urban design three weeks, the work will project for Seagrove include removal of CumEstate in Cowes will bungi from the wetland,

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between Seagrove Way, Dianella Way and Goodenia Place. The first stages of the project were completed in 2018, which involved the rehabilitation of the rain gardens in Seagrove Estate. This project is part of council’s 2018-19 capital works program. It is being funded by SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council, ents, schools and students to help students $6750 from Melbourne Watheir gaming and identify risks as- ter’s Living Rivers Program in partnership with the Victorian moderate sociated with video games. and $60,900 from council. Responsible Gambling Foundation Council’s project support worker Heather Traffic, pedestrian and and Gambler’s Help, has a number Butler was pleased to help bring this support site environmental measures will be in place while these of events arranged for February and to the public. “We have had a significant amount of works are being carried out. beyond for the Community Cham- interest in the Community Champions Go The works may present pions Go Gambling-Free project. GamblingFree project and I hope that our an inconvenience to users The project uses local community vol- future events bring more awareness to gam- of Seagrove Estate at times, unteer champions to develop a whole of bling harm,” she said. however the contractor will population approach to reduce harm from “By providing help to those who experi- make every effort to minigambling. ence gambling harm and building skills in mise these disruptions. PARKS Victoria has praised visiInitially the project is being rolled out the communities to support them, we’re enFor information, conacross Leongatha and Mirboo North, with suring we make a difference.” tact council’s infrastruc- tors for their conduct while out further scope for other towns in South Individuals wanting more information on ture delivery team on 1300 enjoying the coastal and marine Gippsland. upcoming events for the Community Cham- BCOAST (227 278) or 5671 Events marked so far include shift-work- pions Go Gambling-Free project can visit 2211, or email basscoast@ parks in South Gippsland over the er champions’ lunches, mental health first www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/gambling- basscoast.vic.gov.au. Australia Day long weekend. aid for gambling workshops and Institute of free. Those also wanting to be involved in the Rangers and enforcement officers paVisit basscoast.vic.gov. Games sessions. overall project can contact council’s social au/projects to get the latest trolled parks and engaged with thousands The Institute of Games works with par- planning team on 5662 9200. of park visitors who braved the hot weather updates for this project. modifications to the wetland and the installation of new access tracks for future maintenance. The works will be focussed on the wetland area

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Mayor’s message Cr Don Hill WHAT does a councillor do before a council meeting?

Well this coming week we are being briefed on the Bald Hills Wind Farm nuisance complaint ahead of a Special Meeting of Council scheduled for the following Wednesday, February 13. So this Special Meeting will have a single item as opposed to an ordinary Council Meeting that might have 20 items on the agenda listed for consideration by nine councillors for a decision.

This one item on the agenda for the Special Meeting requires councillors to read 62 documents and attend four hours of briefings this coming Wednesday to enable us to come to a decision on this one matter the following week. Now imagine all the reading and preparatory work required to cover a normal Council Meeting agenda – it takes a lot of time to do the homework ahead of each Council Meeting, but it is certainly required to come to an informed decision.

On a more personal note, after residing at Koorooman House in Leongatha since last September, my mother passed away last Tuesday week. During this time the care and attention given to my mother by the staff at Koorooman House was excellent. My whole family wish to express their appreciation for the professional caring service shown by all the staff at Koorooman House. Truly this is a wonderful community to be a part of here in South Gippsland.

to visit Wilsons Promontory National Park and the Corner Inlet and Wilsons Promontory marine national parks. Whether visiting for the day, camping, hiking, swimming, boating or fishing, most people exploring the parks were respectful of the natural environment and those around them. Unfortunately, there were still some who ignored information and breached park regulations. Seventeen infringement notices were issued for offences which included lighting a fire in a national park, bringing dogs into a coastal park, driving off-road, illegal camping and fishing in a marine national park. Visitors to parks are encouraged to research trips and destinations thoroughly

prior to departure to get the most out of their stay and avoid possible penalties. Parks Victoria officers are actively patrolling and enforcing regulations to ensure that all visitors are conducting their activities safely and per the regulations. Parks Victoria regional enforcement coordinator Martin Downs said, “It is encouraging to see so many people visiting parks and enjoying themselves safely and with respect for the natural environment and other park users. “Visitors need to be aware of park regulations, and the activities which are permitted in our parks. Signage is not always available and the onus is on an individual to check what they can or can’t do. Regulations are in place to ensure visitor safety and to protect plants, animals and their crucial habitats. “Fishermen are asked to download the free Vic Fishing App and ensure they are familiar with exclusion zones within marine national park boundaries to avoid penalties.” To ensure your visit or activity is safe and enjoyable, please visit the Parks Victoria website at www.parks.vic.gov.au.

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Toora Bendigo Bank turns 20 THE Toora and District Bendigo Community Bank Branch celebrated its twentieth birthday with a morning tea on Stanley Street recently.

It was the fifth Bendigo Bank of the current 313 locally owned community banks, Australia wide. Since opening its doors to the public in 1999, the Toora branch has distributed $1,111,895 to the local community, including $65,731 in the past financial year. “Twenty years ago, we were able to open our branch thanks to the commitment and drive from our local community. It’s that commitment to the town that has enabled us to be as successful as we are today,” chairman Llew Vale said. “As our profitability grows, so too does our ability to provide an important source of sustainable revenue for communities to help fund projects and initiatives that strengthen the town. “Re-investing more than $1 million back into our community, we are very excited about reaching the sec-

ond million –all our overheads are taken care of so we should reach this next milestone much quicker.” All products and services offered by the Toora branch returns money back to the community. The funds are distributed by volunteer representatives from the community, supporting local projects and initiatives. A selection of funding recipients include the local football, netball and soccer and recreation reserves totalling $111,547; bowls clubs totalling $48,259; schools, kindergartens and childcare totalling $70,288; aged care facilities totalling $60,000 and university and TAFE scholarships to the tune of $70,000. “We aim to diversify our funding in equal and proportionate shares across the sports, youth and creative arts sectors,” Mr Vale added. “The bigger the pie, the larger the cut of slices we all subsequently benefit from. “First year university students can receive $5000 per year, similarly in the second year if approved. “Our board consists of 10 local residents and we re-invest 80 percent of our profits back into the community.”

Twenty years: celebrations outside the Toora and District Bendigo Community Bank Branch for its twentieth birthday. Pictured from left in attendance were state community manager to regional Victoria and Tasmania Keith MacQueen, chairman Llew Vale, regional community manager Shannon Egan, board executive officer Jillian Throckmorton, South Gippsland Shire Council Cr Ray Argento and Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien.

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Ready to go: hunters learned about their safety obligations while taking part in hog deer hunting at Snake Island.

Hog deer hunting to start at Snake Island FOLLOWING the successful completion

ted at night.

Hunter information including fact sheets for Work in progress: Anglicare youth worker Emily Jolly and YMCA youth hub project co- of the two-year balloted hog deer trial at ordinator Michael Feehan are looking forward to seeing the new YES Youth Hub launched Snake Island, the Victorian Government the program can be accessed the GMA website at: http://www.gma.vic.gov.au/hunting/deer/hog-deerin Wonthaggi this year.

has committed to an additional five year continuation of the program under the governance of Parks Victoria and Game Management Authority.

hunting/balloted-hunting This includes a map outlining the hunting exclusion zones on the island and the dates of the hunt weeks. The ballot for the program has been conducted The balloted hog deer program at Snake Island by the Blond Bay Hog Deer Advisory Group and the be held at the hub in February to teach young people will provide additional opportunities for recreational successful hunters have been notified. By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas how to do things such as frame photographs, arts and hunting in South Gippsland in a safe and controlled Parks Victoria Area chief ranger South Gippsland crafts, make jewellery and pot plants, as well as social way and to coexist with current land users and visi- and Bass Gerard Delaney said, “Parks Victoria has THE new year is well underway and it media marketing and enterprise work. tors to the island. been pleased with the stronger collaborative approach The new season started yesterday (Monday), with we have developed with the Australian Deer Associawon’t be long now until the YES Youth “We want to give young people the foundation to develop these sorts of skills. They can find more each hunter to undertake a mandatory safety briefing tion and Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association since Hub is up and running in Wonthaggi. The committee is expecting the building permit information on our YES Youth Hub Facebook page,” by Parks Victoria and the GMA prior to their allo- the commencement of the trial back in 2016. cated hunting period. “This has ensured a joint understanding of each to be pushed through any day now, which will give Anglicare youth worker Emily Jolly said. There will be a total of seven hunt periods be- user’s requirements on Snake island and to ensure the Once the space is open, the hub will offer a range the green light for more works to take place at the of services and activities for young people includ- tween February 4 and June 1 this year, scheduled continuation of the balloted hog deer program conformer Wonthaggi CFA site in Watt Street. A young interior designer has been hired to de- ing activities and advice for fitness and wellbeing, a during the weekdays to avoid weekends and public tinues to operate in a safe and harmonious manner.” Hunters will be well briefed on their responsibilivelop concepts for the space and a local landscaper breakfast club, a study space, and access to education holidays. Each hunt period begins on Monday at 8am and ties and obligations, with a particular emphasis on employment information. will complete the outdoor designs. “We also want to feature art displays and show- finishes on Friday at midday. Hunting is not permit- safety. Ramps and disabled toilets are also on the to do list. Local youths are set to be consulted about what case local musicians,” YMCA youth hub project coordinator Michael Feehan said. they would like the space to look like. “We want young people to have plenty of say and The committee is planning a soft opening in April, feel comfortable in this space.” which will happily coincide with Youth Week. PARK rangers are concerned by survey perform an important role as firefighters and will be The committee is looking for young people to To celebrate, IntraLiminal will work with young to bushfire situations this summer. findings that just over a quarter of peo- responding people to develop an art gallery and the committee take part in a youth advisory committee to help steer The survey, conducted last month, also revealed ple know how to correctly extinguish a half of respondents didn’t know where and when a the final result of the youth hub. will put together a Spark It Market. To be a part of the action, send a message to the campfire. The Spark It Market will feature stalls run by campfire could be lit in a national park. In national youths aged between 12 and 25 years. Workshops will YES Youth Hub Facebook page. When presented with two options, only 26 per- parks, campfires may only be lit where designated cent of people correctly identified that water should fireplaces are provided. Fires are prohibited on days be poured onto a campfire. The remaining 74 percent of Total Fire Ban. thought a fire should be extinguished by covering it Information about campfires is available from the with soil or sand. Forest Fire Management website. Before heading out Campfires must always be fully extinguished to camp, people should also check the Parks Victoria with water, not soil, and must be cool to touch before website for any changes to park conditions. being safe to leave. David Nugent, Parks Victoria’s director of fire The findings come during a peak time for camp- and emergency services said, “These survey finding and as Victoria, one of the most fire-prone ar- ings are worrying, particularly given the number of eas in the world, experiences a period of high people camping in Victoria during summer. temperatures. “Once you light a campfire, you’re legally reWith around 10 percent of bushfires caused by sponsible for ensuring that it is safe, does not escape campfire negligence, park rangers have been out and and is completely extinguished before you leave. about reminding people of fire regulations and to be “There’s plenty of information online to help aware of the very dry conditions. people be fire aware. Now is the time to make sure In addition to assisting park visitors, park rangers you know what’s required.”

Youth hub on the way

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Chase is on: Phillip Island Nature Parks and Zoos Victoria staff and volunteers ready to collect bandicoots.

Mayor’s message

Churchill Island’s bandicoots vital

Cr Brett Tessari

TEN Eastern barred bandicoots (EBBs) made the journey from Churchill Island to Melbourne recently as part of the ongoing efforts to save this critically endangered marsupial, currently listed as extinct in the wild on mainland Victoria.

to establish new sites in Victoria as part of the EBB Threatened Species Recovery Plan.” All of the tiny individuals arrived safely in their new quarters at Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo, with veterinary checks ensuring they settled in well to become the latest additions to the 15 pairs of EBBS in the program. Zoos Victoria reproductive biologist Dr Marissa Staff and volunteers from Phillip Island Nature Parrott said the captive breeding program has been Parks and Zoos Victoria collected seven females and critical in saving mainland EBBs from extinction. three males from the Churchill Island EBB popula“Every year Zoos Victoria collects and releases tion, which was established in 2015 during a trial bandicoots to maintain a genetically and behavrelease. iourally healthy captive breeding population as inThis population increased to approximately 120 surance against extinction,” Dr Parrott said. individuals in two years and stabilised around this “It is exciting to see bandicoots that were renumber, demonstrating that EBBs can successfully leased to Churchill Island in 2015 doing so well. establish in island environments and have positive Zoos Victoria is committed to fighting extinction impacts such as reduced soil compaction and imand we will continue working with our wonderful proved nutrient and water infiltration, with no obpartners at Phillip Island Nature Parks to bring these served negative effects. animals back.” “The 10 EBBs we collected are bound for Zoos Mainland EBBs and their movements between Victoria’s captive breeding program,” Dr Duncan populations are managed by the EBB Recovery Team Sutherland, deputy research director with Phillip Ismade up of members from Conservation Volunteers land Nature Parks said. Australia, Department of Environment, Land, Water “This breeding program is a form of insurance and Planning (DELWP), Mt Rothwell Biodiversity for the survival of this critically endangered naInterpretation Centre, National Trust of Australia, tive animal. The success of the EBB population on Parks Victoria, Phillip Island Nature Parks, the UniChurchill Island means we can continue to contribute versity of Melbourne, Tiverton Property Partnering to the captive breeding program each year and help and Zoos Victoria.

CONGRATULATIONS to Bass Coast’s past and present residents who were named on the Australia Day Honours List this year.

Peter Reith received an AM and John Duscher, Dennis Harris and Doseena Fergie were each recognised with an OAM. We have incredible people in Bass Coast so it is great to see this acknowledgment of their achievements at such a high level. The Herald Sun Tour kicked off on Phillip Island last Wednesday at the Grand Prix Circuit, with both the men’s and women’s races. The men also started stage two of their tour in Wonthaggi last Thursday, after the community ride with former professional cyclist David McKenzie and sports commentator Matthew Keenan, which started in Inverloch and ended with a coffee in Wonthaggi. What a great way to get the community involved in this prestigious event. The start in Wonthaggi was pretty incredible and it was an honour to fire the starter’s gun to get the race underway. We are continuing to ramp up our advocacy in the lead up to the federal election. Last week I met with Russell Broadbent MP to discuss our top 10 advocacy priorities, identified by the Bass Coast community. These priorities include key federal portfolios such as tertiary education, aquatics, erosion and

emergency housing. As we saw with the state election, meeting with local members and candidates is an important way to keep Bass Coast’s priorities at the forefront. When paired with a push from the community, media and key stakeholders, this advocacy work can lead to some great results. Bass Coast’s students are all back at school for term one, and we wish them all the best. If you are starting out in Grade Prep or gearing up for Year 12, make the most of it, but most of all, enjoy it. Now students are back, it is timely to remind everyone to look out for school zones and to make sure you slow to 40km/h at the sign posted times. Take care and be safe. Last weekend I spent some time with council officers at the Jetty Triangle, to talk to people about the proposed dog off-leash areas for San Remo and Phillip Island. It was great to get out there and hear directly from the community. It was also a great opportunity to experience the new Jetty Triangle precinct, which is such an incredible asset for the whole of Phillip Island. While on the Island, I enjoyed a fantastic Sunday afternoon with the Smiths Beachcomber Association. We were given a fantastic talk on Hooded Plovers, from Alona Charuvi from Phillip Island Nature Parks. The association was formed over 30 years ago and is still a very active group of volunteers.

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Legend rides on: participants in the recent Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association ride guide cattle across Lewis Channel in Corner Inlet to Snake Island recently.

Cattlemen’s tradition continues By Deb Lucas THIRTY six dedicated Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association members successfully guided 36 head of cattle across the Lewis Channel to Snake Island recently. It is a journey that cattlemen have been doing for nearly 100 years and one the current members will continue for at least 100 more. Melanie McLean of Gelliondale was among the riders who made the journey. “This muster took around four hours and was done by Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association members. We did not have any tourists on this crossing,” Melanie said. “The cattle and the cattlemen’s association members all got over to Snake Island safely and the cattle will now stay there now around three months, enjoying the grass and shady trees on the island. “The association members will return at the end of March or early April to bring them back to the mainland. The owner of these cattle is from Maffra and

may wish to take another lot over for the winter.” Parks Victoria and the cattlemen’s association maintain tracks for the cattle and horses. The huts that accommodate the cattlemen and tourists during their stay on the island are around eight kilometres inland from the jetty. These huts are made of corrugated iron and include a communal kitchen with the fridges and stove powered by diesel generators. The campgrounds include showers run by solar power and even have a flushing toilet. The tradition of mustering cattle across the channel started in 1909 when dairy farmers in the hills above Welshpool and Toora were granted access to winter agistment on Snake Island by the Victorian Lands Department, for a small fee. The cows were walked down from the hill farms, with others joining in along the roads, gathering just east of Port Welshpool. Fortnightly crossings in autumn meant that as many as 1200 dairy cows benefited from their stay on Snake Island. Nowadays that number has dropped significantly due to a number of factors, not the least the increase in the agist-

ment fee and the risks associated with getting the cattle on and off the island. The current members of the cattlemen’s association are doing their best to keep the tradition going. They offer tours to the island for tourists several times a year. The first of these tourist tours saw 20 tourists head to the island on Australia Day. The journey over and back is the same as it was travelled way back in 1909, when crossings started. The group departed from the mainland, crossed the Lewis Chanel, made their way to little Snake Island and from there to Snake Island. Once on the island, they were welcomed by kangaroos, koalas and hog deer that are not shy when approached by people on horseback. They then settled into their accommodation huts and spent the weekend immersing themselves in the history of Snake Island, with long bush rides and exploring beaches. “Those wishing to take the tour need Bushranger: Gerard Carroll with his pet dog Bourbon and the new garden decorato have their own horse and all their tion – a 20 foot tall mast with a metal sculpture of the iconic Ned Kelly on top. own sleeping bags,” Melanie said. The tours are proving very popular with 2019 already booked out and place for 2020 filling fast.

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SUCH is life. At least that’s the motto for Irishman Gerard Carroll who enjoys adding a bit of character to his surrounds in Venus Bay. Having fallen in love with the metal work of local artist Dick Sikora, whose metal works are mainly miniature Ned Kelly key holders, Mr Carroll became inspired. The flag of his beloved hometown of Limerick, Ireland had fallen off the 20 foot telegraph pole in his front yard and he realised the only thing that would be better than the Limerick flag was a six foot tall metal sculpture of Ned Kelly. Mr Carroll commissioned Mr Sikora and they workshopped the idea until the design

was perfect. He said so far there had been no complaints and the neighbours seemed to enjoy the new custodian of Venus Bay, his two rifles deterring any potential intruder. “Art is about being confronting,” Mr Carroll said. “The Irish were persecuted by the English in Ireland and then they felt persecuted by the English when they first settled here in Australia. Ned Kelly had an Irish background. “It’s part of a few conversations like, it’s a bit of a statement. I wanted it to look a bit tough and mean. I tell you it was not for the fainthearted to get him up there when he weighs about 90kg.”

Community hub: Walter Aich at the Dumbalk Community Centre, which he manages on behalf of the Dumbalk and District Progress Association.

Rock lobsters thriving in Dumbalk makes its own luck marine protected areas

By Brad Lester

IT’S little wonder people keep moving to Dumbalk when the community – long time locals and newcomers alike – continue to make the town an appealing place to live. The tight knit community has united to create many of the facilities and services the town has, from an impressive campdraft arena through to last Saturday’s relaxing celebration of Australia Day. Tucked away in Tarwin Street is another example of the pride Dumbalk residents have in their town. The Dumbalk Community Centre is the result of the transformation of the town’s former kindergarten and infant welfare centre. Officially opened in 2016, the centre is now a popular meeting place complete with rooms for professionals and community groups to hire for treatments, training sessions and the like, whether they be in the health field or seeking an office space away from home. A massage therapist already works from the centre. The main meeting room features a model of the Dumbalk township from

paid for via hire fees and fundraising. A major fundraising effort, a car boot sale and market, will be held on March 16. “The centre is place where the community can find its connections. If there is no place for the community to get together, then it loses its connection and it becomes weakened,” Mr Aich said. “As a community in South Gippsland, Dumbalk exudes strength Fine town: the Dumbalk commu- and has a good atmosphere. You do not always have that in other communities. nity’s own logo. “Jumbunna has the market and 1894-1930 and a display of historical Meeniyan, they have places to meet and photos curated by Bev and Ed Hanley, the market and over time that has led to Trulli’s (pizzeria) and Moo’s movand Kay Cook. The centre is managed by the Dumbalk ing in. “I’m not saying Dumbalk can comand District Progress Association, under pete with Meeniyan on that basis but the coordination of Walter Aich. “It’s a place where people meet,” he we can provide a place where we can share our common love for being in this said. “At the moment we have a craft place.” The centre also includes a shower group, a spinning group and card group that meet regularly. The CFA and toilet that satisfy disability access from Dumbalk and beyond use it for requirements, and there is a HICAPS machine for health professionals to protraining. “It’s definitely been a good move cess payments. Reverse cycle air condiand the way we have it up, it should tioning and heating is available. Anyone interested in hiring the evolve into a nice place for the commuDumbalk Community Centre can connity to get together.” The association leases the building tact Mr Aich by phoning 0419 559 367 from South Gippsland Shire Council, or emailing tychocrew@gmail.com

PARKS Victoria surveys of rock lobsters in Victorian marine protected areas have revealed populations are thriving. The surveys indicate that Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park, Merri Marine Sanctuary and Point Addis Marine National Park are serving their purpose in conserving these special marine ecosystems. Parks Victoria marine science manager Dr Steffan Howe said the surveys found bigger rock lobsters and in some cases more than triple the number of those outside marine protected areas. “The rock lobsters in Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park were large - big enough to feed on the black-spined sea urchins which destroy kelp forests and seaweed meadows if left unchecked. This has happened in East Gippsland, where the urchins have increased in number due to ocean warming,” Dr Howe said. “While many people think of rock lobsters as food, not many know that they are important predators in the marine environment and a key indicator of ecosystem health. “The surveys looked at similar habitats inside and outside of marine protected areas, giving us a good comparison of the state of rock lobsters in different areas. “Marine protected areas are managed for conservation so we expected the number of

rock lobsters to be higher than elsewhere. That doesn’t mean areas outside of marine protected areas are not well managed, they’re just managed for different purposes.” These surveys have been conducted in partnership with Deakin University, commercial fishers and Australian Marine Ecology. Ongoing collaboration between Parks Victoria and partners is essential for successful marine management. Daniel Ierodiaconou, associate professor in marine science at Deakin University said, “The massive rock lobsters at Wilsons Prom are likely to protect the area from invasion and prevent this from becoming a ‘stepping stone’ for the invading sea urchins to spread across the rest of the state.” Victoria’s system of marine national parks and sanctuaries was established in 2002 to help protect the state’s unique marine environments and species. All forms of commercial and recreational fishing are prohibited in these areas. Parks Victoria compliance manager Ron Waters said Parks Victoria and Victorian Fisheries Authority regularly patrol marine protected areas for illegal fishing. “I’m pleased these survey results suggest good compliance in no-take zones. I want to congratulate local communities, recreational and commercial fishers for recognising the value of these sanctuaries and adhering to the ‘no-take’ zone requirements,” he said.

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Environment needs you IF you are passionate about how our natural resources are managed, the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority (WGCMA) needs you.

go camping, we’d love to have you as part of the network,” he said. “There are many ways people have that connection to the environment. You might run a business that uses natural resources or be employed by one. The WGCMA is looking for a cross section of You might like to relax by bushwalking or bird the community to provide input on natural resource watching or be part of a 4WD club. All of these promanagement. vide a unique insight into our natural resources. “One of our key priorities is to improve catch“Our aim is to provide a chance for people to ment health by appropriately managing our natural come together, share information and identify the isresources,” WGCMA CEO Martin Fuller said. sues and barriers around managing our natural.” “As a catchment management authority, we Applications for the Community Engagement are committed to working with the community to Network opened on January 25 and close on March protect and enhance the local and regional envi- 4. Members will be appointed by the WGCMA Board ronment. A constant feature of our approach has and will be remunerated for their contribution. been working with energetic local people and The appointment process will consider the comorganisations.” munity connections, familiarity with the region and The new Community Engagement Network understanding of natural resource management of Hands on experience: back, from left, Dr Mike Fitzgerald, Dr Deirdre Bentley, academic coordinator Jennie Casey and Dr David Iser welcomed Monash Year 4 medical students, (CEN) replaces the Community Advisory Groups and the applicants. Appointments will also consider diversity, geofront from left, Emmanuel Saka, Hannah Farthing, Ayushica Saran, Molly Cargill, Jessie Mr Fuller believed the new format provides an opportunity for increased input from the community. graphical spread of members, a range of industry exGwillim, Duc Hoang and Lewis Waight to Leongatha on Wednesday. “The new approach won’t be onerous on partici- periences and demographics, plus a balance of skills, pants. There will be two gatherings a year, but the net- knowledge and community involvement in natural work forums will provide opportunities to exchange resource management. views and utilise modern methods of communication The Community Engagement Network application forms and Charter can be downloaded from https:// in 2015 and has always been interested in following for the network to stay connected,” he said. By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas The Community Engagement Network will run www.wgcma.vic.gov.au/about-us/communitya career in medicine. “I would love to do emergency medicine. I’m in- for a three-year term. Mr Fuller is encouraging any- engagement-network. LOCAL health services welcomed terested in being a disaster relief coordinator,” she said. one who has a connection to the environment to conAnyone needing more information on the application process or the role of the Community Enseven Monash Year 4 medical students “I think (the program) is going to be interesting. sider putting in an application. “It’s very important to get a diverse range of gagement Network should contact partnership and It’s good to be back home. It’s nice to be back with recently. views, so whether you farm, or fish, are involved in engagement programs coordinator Tony Gardner on The students will be placed at health services in my family and close to the beach.” Molly intends to use this experience to improve forestry, interested in conservation or simply like to 1300 094 262. Leongatha, Wonthaggi, Foster and Korumburra for her skills as doctor, including communication with the next six months. They are undertaking a general practice semester, patients. She will be working from Wonthaggi Medical but will also experience work in the local hospitals. “It is fantastic for the students to be able to spend Group, but also hopes to gain some experience in the a block of time in the country and it may encourage emergency department at the Wonthaggi hospital. “Although it is a GP semester, it is on us to go them to come back,” academic coordinator Jennie out and find these sorts of opportunities. We will also Casey said. “After spending so much time studying in the be on call for deliveries, which will be interesting,” city, it’s good for them to see the lifestyle here, and she said. Molly will be placed at the Warragul hospital for they are given a lot of hands on experience.” Ms Casey said the program is in its 10th year and the second half of the year, where she will receive specialty training in areas such as paediatrics and has been highly successful since its inception. “We have had a number of students who have women’s health. All students on placement in South Gippsland chosen to come back. They develop an interest in a side of medicine that’s much different to working in will receive the specialty training. Most will be placed in Gippsland health services, with others goa metropolitan area,” she said. This year, one of the medical students is a former ing as far as Ballarat. A second group of Year 4 students will undergo student of Wonthaggi Secondary College. Molly Cargill graduated as the dux of the college the general practice semester later this year.

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Boaties unaware of pest threat MORE than two thirds of water users are unaware of the threat marine pests according to a recent survey by Parks Victoria.

This concerning lack of awareness about marine pests has Parks Victoria urging people to remember to ‘Check, Clean and Dry’ before hitting the water. A survey of recreational marine users found 70 percent knew little or nothing about marine pests and that they can be spread by all kinds of boats large and small, other watercraft, and any equipment used in marine areas such as wetsuits, diving gear, and toys. The findings are particularly worrying given that one-in-three watercraft users travel to new locations on each trip, potentially spreading the pests to more areas. Marine pests, such as the Northern-Pacific Seastar and Japanese Kelp, also known as Wakame, are highly invasive animals and plants that cause significant damage to marine ecosystems through predation or competition with native species. They reproduce quickly and once established are virtually impossible to eradicate, such as has occurred in some parts of Port Phillip Bay. The Northern Pacific Seastar (Asterias amurensis) has in the past been found in Tidal River at Wilsons Promontory National Park, through monthly Parks Victoria diver surveys. The individuals found were removed. The last two surveys have not found any of the seastars. eDNA sampling of water at Tidal River and Waratah Bay by Parks Victoria research partners Deakin University revealed presence of seastar DNA in the waters of Tidal River and Waratah Bay last winter. eDNA is a method where shed cells of organisms

Got him: Parks Victoria pest animal officer Matt Hoskins with one of almost 130 Northern Pacific Seastars found in the past at Tidal River, Wilsons Promontory.

are detected in the water column, similar to humans shedding skin or hair cells. It’s a relatively novel technique in environmental monitoring. Parks Victoria and Deakin did a subsequent field search for them in Waratah Bay using divers and technology and did not find any. Overabundant native purple urchins (Heliocidaris erythrogramma) in Corner Inlet are currently being managed. An initial Parks Victoria cull to decrease numbers was followed by commercial licensed collection by fishers and numbers are subsequently down. A survey of urchin numbers by Parks Victoria is scheduled for March, to assess if further management will be needed. Japanese Kelp or Wakame (Undaria Pinnatifida) was detected for the first time in Port Welshpool in August 2018. This is the first detection of the pest outside of Port Phillip Bay and Apollo Bay. It is unfortunately widespread and established in the harbour, and the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport and Resources is the lead agency in deciding whether management is appropriate or feasible, and what the next steps are. According to Parks Victoria, the risk of marine pests spreading can be dramatically reduced with a three-step process: • check your vessel and marine equipment for marine pests frequently and remove if found; • clean with fresh water to thoroughly wash down boats, other watercraft, fishing gear, wetsuits, water toys, and other marine equipment after use; and • dry boats and marine equipment thoroughly before moving to other areas. More information about marine pests and how their spread can be prevented, is available on Parks Victoria’s website and people are encouraged to call 136 186 to report any sightings of marine pests. Around the world sailor Jessica Watson, and fishing expert Paul Worsteling, have joined the call to ‘Check, Clean and Dry’, by appearing in an online video campaign along with Parks Victoria’s chief conservation scientist Dr Mark Norman. Dr Norman said, “Victoria’s marine waters have incredible biodiversity, supporting more than 12,000 species of plants and animals, 90 percent of which are found nowhere else in the world, it’s vital we protect these natural assets. “Marine pests are highly invasive animals and plants, usually from other parts of the world that have become established in Victoria and cause significant harm to the health of marine ecosystems.”

Willing helpers: members of Gippsland Intrepid Landcare helped remove weeds from the beach at Sandy Point.

Milpara Community House news A GOOD book has the power to almost entrap you, so gripping that tearing yourself away to do something menial like cooking dinner seems almost wasteful of your time.

Have you ever thought about turning your hand to writing a gripping tale? Would you like to share your stories for the pleasure of others in a way they just cannot stop turning the pages? If so, is it time you signed up for The Art of Story Writing Course held on Thursday mornings at Milpara. The course will commence on February 7, we are also taking expressions of interest for a Tuesday evening class. Are you interested in improving your well-being through exercise? We have morning Yoga on Wednesdays or an afternoon Beginners Tai Chi class starting on Wednesday, February 6. Our semester classes English and Maths – Monday afternoon, Speak English – Thursday evenings, and Learn English now Friday mornings, all scheduled to start next week. If you are interested in joining any of the classes please let us know asap. We will also have the first sessions of Art Class, Morning Mah-jong and Art Group starting next week. Something new this term is Basic Cooking with Laura on Tuesday afternoons. Laura will be using donated produce to create meals, snacks etc for our Foodbank. Why not come along? Lend a hand to create yummy food on a limited budget and taste testing is of course an important step. For bookings and further information, call Milpara 5655 2524.

A Star is born

LACHLAN James Bunn was born on January 19 at Leongatha Hospital. Lachlan is the second child for Ashley and Sarah Bunn of Bena and a brother for Georgia, 16 months.

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New life for cemeteries The grants program helps cemetery trusts, the CEMETERY trusts in South Gippsland vast majority of which are run by volunteers, who will share in State Government funding maintain and improve cemetery facilities, so they announced last week. can be used by many generations to come. Nineteen cemeteries across Gippsland will receive a grant as part of a $832,000 state-wide investment to ensure the final resting places of loved ones are maintained in a respectful manner. Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said the funds would be used for maintenance or equipment purchases. Leongatha Cemetery Trust will receive $40,000 to reseal a road. Grantville Cemetery Trust will receive $10,302 to shore graves. Kilcunda Cemetery Trust will get $4000 for a niche wall and memorial area. Phillip Island Cemetery Trust will receive $850 for a geophysical survey and $15,000 to buy a tractor. Poowong Cemetery Trust has secured $9009 for fencing and San Remo Cemetery Trust will put $18,000 towards a cemetery masterplan. Welshpool Cemetery Trust will spend $5316 on fencing. The state’s cemeteries offer many unique insights into how Victoria has grown and developed.

The general maintenance work, facility renovations and purchase or upgrade of essential equipment will help to ensure the cemetery grounds are safe for staff and visitors. Works will also focus on public health and safety, improving record keeping and maintaining infrastructure. The grants recognise the significance a cemetery holds within local communities, and the need to keep the facilities well maintained and make them as welcoming as possible. Eastern Victoria Region MLC Harriet Shing said, “The Andrews Labor Government recognises the tireless work of local, volunteer-run trusts and their need for extra support to maintain our cemeteries. “In many cases local cemeteries provide a snapshot of the history and growth of Victoria so it’s important they are not neglected. “Family and friends deserve to be surrounded by a pleasant environment when saying goodbye to a loved one or visiting a grave, and this funding will ensure that happens in Gippsland.”

Protecting natural assets: Bass MLA Jordan Crugnale was pictured at a distinctive wetland in the Bass Electorate. Ms Crugnale recently announced the launch of grants program to build environmental resilience in the changing climate.

Grants support fight against climate change THE State Government is investing a further $1 million to help regional communities prepare for the real impacts of climate change.

Unusual find: this albino echidna was located at the Kilcunda-Harmers Haven Coastal Reserve, detected by cameras monitoring the Southern Brown Bandicoots program run by Parks Victoria. The cameras are operating at three reserves in South Gippsland in conjunction with VicRoads. A Parks Victoria spokesperson said a scientist spotted a very pale wombat around Cape Liptrap Coastal Park several years ago.

Tag your sheep, goats THIS year marks the first year for an important Victorian transition to an electronic National Livestock Identification System (NLIS).

From January 1, all sheep and non-exempt goats introduced from outside Victorian, born on or after this date, must be tagged with an electronic postbreeders tag prior to dispatch from a Victorian property, unless they have an electronic ear tag already.

Since NLIS requirements were introduced in mid-2016, electronically tagged sheep and goats have been uploaded to NLIS databases more than two million times for saleyards and 3.7 million times for abattoirs. Electronic NLIS sheep tags will be available at a subsidised price from $0.55 per tag. For more information visit www.agriculture.vic. gov.au/sheepEID or telephone 1800 678 779 during business hours.

The Good Life Ride into trivia fun To book, phone Katie Thomas on 0400 119 186 or online via the trybooking site (see ad on this page). The club meets twice a month: on the first Sundays and third Wednesdays of the month. The South Gippsland Adult Riding Club is holdThe club caters for junior and senior meming a night of literally fun and games at the Wont- bers, and events including rides, instruction and haggi Workmen’s Club on Saturday, February 9. competition. The event will be hosted by Funky Bunch Trivia and will include questions, raffles, games and a silent Grinning winner: Carolyn Hales of South auction. Gippsland Adult Riding Club at a Top Team Funds will go towards the club’s new showjumps and improving facilities at the club’s grounds at Showjumping event. She is inviting the community to support the club’s trivia night at Woolamai Racing Club. Doors open at 7pm, with questions to start at Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club this Saturday, 7.30pm. February 9.

HAVE an entertaining evening while supporting an equestrian club at a trivia night at Wonthaggi this Saturday evening.

The new Community Climate Change Adaptation (3CA) grants program will fund local projects that build the adaptive capacity and resilience of regional communities in the face of a changing climate. Bass MLA Jordan Crugnale said grants between $25,000 and $75,000 will be available for climate change adaptation projects in the Bass region. “The Community Climate Change Adaptation grants program is about backing local ideas and supporting resilient communities like Bass as we combat climate change,” she said. “There is great work being done in the Bass community to prepare for the impacts of climate change and we want to see that continue – these grants are the next step forward.” Eligible projects must either be led by, or implemented in partnership with, a local council, traditional owner corporation, community group or not for profit organisation. There is no predetermined allocation of funding per region, as the 3CA grants program is designed to support a range of project types with a spread of investment across the state. Ms Crugnale said local groups in the region were encouraged to apply for the funding pro-

gram, as the State Government supports regional Victoria in the fight against climate change. Funding is available for two project categories; projects that build the adaptive capacity for communities and stakeholders to respond or adapt to climate change impacts in their region, and projects that deliver tangible actions that help communities adapt to climate change impacts they are already facing. Projects can include – for example – resilient agriculture techniques, green wall or roofing, micro grids and improved community management of heatwave and extreme weather events. These grants are being delivered under the State Government’s Supporting our Regions to Adapt Program, which is funded by the Sustainability Fund. The Sustainability Fund was created in 2005 to help foster community action or innovation in relation to the adaptation to climate change in Victoria. “The Community Climate Change Adaptation grants are another example of how we’re delivering real action on climate change in regional Victoria by investing in smart, local projects that will help our communities build thriving, sustainable futures,” Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio said. Applications close on March 31. To apply, visit https://www.climatechange.vic. gov.au/3CAgrants. South Gippsland Adult Riding Club

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Farming Insight Farmer chosen for leaders program POUND Creek beef farmer James Campkin-Smith has been selected to participate in the inaugural GenAngus Future Leaders Program. The program is designed by Angus Youth and partner, farm insurer Achmea. Mr Campkin-Smith is one of 12 future beef industry leaders selected for inaugural GenAngus Future Leaders Program. He will attend a three-day intensive workshop from February 20 to 22 in Sydney, as well as a 12-month leadership journey. The workshop will cover a wide range of topics including business financials, beef business networking, mindset, beef supply chain, risk and liability and succession planning. The presentations, designed to challenge participants, will be hosted by a series of industry professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds. To ensure continued growth and development, there will mentoring supplied to the participants over 12 months. Through a multi-year partnership with Angus Australia, Achmea is delighted to support the inaugural GenAngus Future Leaders Program. “As Achmea’s risk specialist in South West Gippsland, I’d like to congratulate Mr CampkinSmith on his successful selection for the program,” Trevor Walder said. “We are proud to support the development of the next generation of future beef industry leaders. “By fostering their development, we will help strengthen the beef sector and boost the oppor- Moving forward: Pound Creek beef industry leader James Campkin-Smith has been selected for the inaugural GenAngus Future Leaders tunities for the next generation of leaders, their Program. families and communities right across Australia.” Angus Australia events and youth develop- • VLE Leongatha ment officer Candice Liddle looks forward to the program and working with the young producers. “The Inaugural GenAngus Future Leaders Program will be an excellent experience for young Angus Australia members who are looking 372.5kg 269.6 $1004.26 Yearling heifers to the trade sold from 230c to 2 G. & M. Tuckett, Leongatha 1 P. Francis, Narracan 535.0kg 268.0 $1433.80 to expand their existing knowledge about the beef 260c/kg. 470.0kg 265.0 $1245.50 industry,” she said. Grown steers made from 238c to 275c/kg. Bull- 1 W. Lucas, Hedley Brought to you by... ocks sold from 242c to 277c/kg. A limited selection 1 J.D. & S.M. Humphrey, Nerrena 420.0kg 262.6 $1102.92 “The crop of young producers that have been of heavy grown heifers reached a top of 260c/kg. 11 C. Hengstberger, Stony Creek 514.5kg 262.0 $1348.11 selected for the GenAngus Future Leaders ProHeavy Friesian manufacturing steers made from HEIFERS gram are an excellent group of representatives 194c to 210c, with the crossbred portion receiving 3 G.L. & M.L. Tuckett, Leongatha 395.0kg 269.6 $1064.92 of young people in the beef industry, working toTHERE were approximately 1400 ex- from 200c to 258c/kg. 2 G. & R. Jarvie, Hazelwood 440.0kg 260.0 $1144.00 wards developing their careers in the field. 570.0kg 260.0 $1482.00 Most light and medium weight cows sold from 1 M. & M. Stephens, Moe “I look forward not only to working with them port and 280 young cattle penned, repat the GenAngus intensive workshop, but also resenting an increase of 510 head week 118c to 177c/kg. Most heavy weight cows sold from 11 J.D. & S.M. Humphrey, Nerrena 400.0kg 258.0 $1032.00 510.0kg 258.0 $1315.80 155c to 209c/kg. Heavy bulls made from 173c to 2 S. & K. Moodie, Kardella continuing to assist their career and individual on week. 11 K & J. Shea, Leongatha South 452.3kg 256.6 $1160.53 210c/kg. development with their 12-month leadership jourMost of the usual buying group was present and The next sale draw - February 6: 1. Phelan COWS ney following on from the workshop.” operating in a mixed market. Quality was mixed, & Henderson & Co, 2. Landmark, 3. SEJ, 4. Alex 1 V. & B. Mulder, Leongatha Sth 495.0kg 230.0 $1138.50 with a large proportion of the yarding lacking 1 C. Hengstberger, Stony Creek 600.0kg 220.0 $1320.00 Scott & Staff, 5. Elders. finish. 2 M. & M. Stephens, Moe 752.5kg 217.6 $1637.44 Lamb and Sheep Sale February 6 at 12pm. Trade cattle generally sold firm, with some well

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Farming Insight • VLE Leongatha Store Sale

Prices continue to ease By South Gippsland Stock Agents Association A REDUCED yarding of 2400 head consisting of 1630 steers, 720 heifers, 30 cows and calves.

The market continued its downward trend by another 10-30 cents/kg as the season locally continues to dry off. Generally most cattle were purchased by the locals with the Feedlot buying strength coming mainly from the domestic operators only and a South Australian order helped to keep a floor in the job on the better bred lines of weaners. On a sad note, everyone associated with the SGSAA would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the Reid and Turton families and also the Pepperell families for the passing of their loved ones last week.

McRae, 25 AA/BB, 12mths, 332kg @ 2.70, $894; P. Miller, 10 Char X, 10mths, 390kg @ $2.49, $970; Pullett Farms, 20 Angus, 10mths, 302kg @ $3.11, $940; S. & C. Jones, 9 Friesian, 18mths, 396kg @ 1.48, $590. Heifers: K.F. McRae, 36 Char X, 12mths, 349KG @ $2.58, $901; P. Miller, 12 Char X, 10mths, 345kg @ 2.52, $870.

Landmark apprentice: Alkira Riley of Koonwarra came to VLE’s Store Sale last Thursday. She recently started assisting Landmark with its operations. With a dairy background and now going into beef, looking after 40 to 50 Angus cross, she sold 10 Hereford cross at yesterday’s (Monday) 30th annual F1 Heifer Sale.

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Steers: W. & L. Heyne, 7 Angus, 18mths, 452kg @ 2.51, $1135; B. Dakin, 14 Angus, 12mths, 361kg @ 2.60, $940.00; K.F. McRae, 54 Char X, 12mths, 355kg @ $2.74, $972; K.F.

Inspecting: Inverloch’s Marjie By Grace Griffith Scott (left) came with Marj Brown of Kongwak to the Leongatha VLE The 30th Annual F1 heifer sale, Store Sale, last Thursday. held at Victorian Livestock Ex-

change in Leongatha on Monday, saw the sale of heifers and calves do much better than anticipated.

Mates: Linda and Nigel Sherlock (left) sold off eight steers, averaging 366kg, from their Pound Creek farm. Darryl Hook came along for the ride, providing moral support and jokes at Leongatha VLE’s Store Sale, last Thursday.

Lending a hand: Fred Hill and Dianne Boscombe-Hill came to last Thursday’s Leongatha VLE Store Sale. They sold two steers on behalf of their son Rhett, from Ruby. The steers sold for $1150, averaging 480kg, taking home $2.40/kg.

As a result of such a dry season, prices have recently plummeted all over the state, causing some concern of how Monday’s sale would unfold. Brian McCormack from selling agent Landmark said that Tastello’s 10 heifers and 10 calves of angus friesian cross went for $1750 and Mindarra Parks’ 10 heifers and 10 calves of hereford friesian cross sold for $1925. M. Berry’s 12 heifers and 12 calves of angus friesian cross sold for $1750, with Mindarra Parks’13 angus friesian cross Local support: from left, Jodie Hayward, Joy Hayward and Tania Mospringers going for $1625. Amiet Park’s script, all from Leongatha South, attended the heifer sales. eight angus friesian cross springers went for $1525. “Unjoined heifers made expectations,” Mr McCormack said. W. Missen sold 15 angus friesian cross unjoined for $1100, T Sergeant had 10 unjoined heifers for $1070 and B. D. & M. Calder had 10 unjoined for $1060. “Secondary unjoined heifers were $50$100 cheaper than expectations,” Mr McCormack said. Recent sale trends had seen heifers being sold cheaper, making the results of heifer and calf sales at VLE on Monday an encouraging one.

Family outing: from left, grandmother Rosemary Knox from Loch with her two granddaughters and daughter, Amy White from Leongatha South (far right) stand proudly in front of the cattle they recently sold.

Heifer sale: Dane Perczyk from Alex Scott and Staff at the Leongatha VLE 30th annual feature Auctions: Elders managed to secure $870 for these 13 steers from Yarram. first cross heifer sale on Monday Good results: the sale of heifers and calves exceeded expectations at morning. The Balbos’ steers averaged 340kg and made $2.56/kg. Monday’s first cross heifer sale at VLE.

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$122,500 2015 JAYCO CONQUEST FA25-1 MOTORHOME 7.99 metres (26 feet) 48,000 kms. Registered until July 2019. Fiat Ducato diesel, 3 litre motor with 6 speed auto/manual transmission. Complete with bedroom slide out, shower, toilet, washing machine, diesel heating, air-con, 3-way fridge, drinking water ﬁlter, gas cooktop and grill. Many more features. In immaculate condition – never driven off-road. Inspection will not disappoint. Phone Alan on 0408 368 839. Located in Cowes.

agistment AGISTMENT wanted for quiet, young dairy heifers. Short or long term. Contact Gavin 0428-246966.

livestock APPLEYARD drake $30. Ph: 0413-452686. BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

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BROWN Rodney Stuart (Brownie). 28.03.1951 - 30.01.2019 Aged 67. Rodney Stuart Brown, died at Leongatha Hospital on January 30, 2019 with Wendy and Bec by his side. Much loved and loving husband of Wendy for 46 years, adored father and father-in-law of Rebecca and Michael, Susan and Greg, Dean and Leah. Treasured Poppy of Lachlan, Caitlyn, Ryan, Mitchell, Patrick and William. Son of Bill and Lois (both dec), brother of Graeme. A strong, gentle man who found pleasure in the simple things, loved beyond measure by his family, and was loved and respected by all who knew him. We are extremely thankful for the wonderful care of Brownie by the Doctors, nurses and kitchen staff at Leongatha Hospital who made his final weeks so comfortable. Fly high with those Mighty Bombers. BROWN - Rod. Leongatha Golf Club extends sympathy to the Brown family on the passing of Rod. Rod joined Leongatha Golf Club in 2009 and was a well-liked and valued member of the club, known for his dry sense of humour. He will be dearly missed by all at the club. GOODWIN - Hazel Gwen. 26.05.1942 - 26.01.2019 Passed away suddenly at her Ritchie Street home in Leongatha. Loved soulmate of Barry for 57 years. Adored mother of John, Tracie and Bobbie Lee, and mother-in-law of Steven and Peter. Loved grandmother of Melissa, Kirk, Macey, Alysha and Brandon, and great grandmother of Luke, Zak, Syke and Reed. Loved forever, never forgotten.

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LOADER Trevor Robert. Passed away at Koorooman House, Leongatha on January 31, 2019. Son of Lucy and Henry (dec) Loader. Brother of Margaret and Bill, Neville and Jan, Jenny and their families. Rest in peace.

Our Aunty Nic Through this difficult time we remember you as the happy, generous and beautiful woman you were. Someone we could always rely on and we will treasure all our wonderful memories with you. Rest easy now. All our love, Lisa, Craig, Paige, Joel and Gemma.

REID - Nicole. Sending all of our love to Glen, Kurt, Zoe and Bree and families. To hear your voice to see your smile, To sit and talk with you awhile, To be together in the same old way, Would be our only wish today. May you Rest peacefully Nic. Lisa, Paul, Hanna and Madison.

OATES - Rosemary. 3.11.35 - 29.1.19 Very much loved twin sister of Mac Hall, and loved sister-in-law of Audrey. Loving aunt to Stephen, Russell and Janine, and their families. We will miss you dearly Ro. Reunited with loved ones past. REID (nee Turton) Nicole Jane. 08.12.1973 - 31.01.2019 A loving mum and wife, who was a one of a kind. With a strong, kind and beautiful heart; she fought hard. She was someone we could always rely on with her selfless courage. We will remember her bright and funny sense of humour and the many laughs shared. Her generous nature made her an amazing role model. Loving memories will always be with us. Glen, Kurt, Zoe and Bree. Loved daughter of Arch and Jan. Sister and sister-in-law of Andrew and Sharon. Aunty of Natasha, Aaron and Katie. The moment that you left us, our hearts split in two. One side filled with memories, the other side died with you. We often lay awake at night when the world is fast asleep, and take a walk down memory lane with tears upon our cheeks. Remembering you is easy, we do it every day, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. We hold you tightly within our hearts and there you will remain. You see life has gone on without you, but will never be the same. Resting peacefully. Forever loved. In loving memory of a caring and selfless daughter-in-law. You will be sadly missed and never forgotten. Forever in our hearts. At peace in God’s care. Ken and Nola. Nicole You wanted to stay but needed to go. As we start our new kind of normal without you. We remember you as a beautiful strong woman that has taught us so much. With your strong will and humour you fought so hard. We hold you close within our hearts. It’s time to rest now. Chris and Julie.

As we wake day by day, to find you’re not there. We fondly remember the good times that we shared. A laugh and a joke, A drink and a chat. Forever in our hearts, We will sadly miss that. But these happy memories are strong and our lives will go on. With the legacy of Nicole in our hearts; The strongest, most beautiful and loving sister-in-law and auntie, Lives on and on. Wayne, Kathy, Alice, Karli and Danny. Goodbye to a beautiful, strong and kind soul who brought warmth to the family. We love and will miss you. Craig, Christine, Damian, Aidan, Danae, Elicia, Emily and Raegan. REID (Turton) - Nicole Jane. 8.12.73 - 31.1.19 Dearly loved cousin (our second daughter) to our family. You tried so hard to stay with your family, but the hill was too hard to climb. You didn’t deserve what you went through. Sleep peacefully beautiful girl. Love always, Auntie Bev, Uncle Eric, Karen, Steve and family; Glenn, Lisette and family. REID - Nicole. Nic, We shared laughs, we shared worries, we had inside jokes and we made memories together. You always gave us honest advice, you celebrated with us during our best times and you stood beside us during our worst times. Your spirit and determination was admired until the end of your brave battle. We could not have wished for a better business partner, a friend and confidant. You will be in our hearts forever. Our deepest condolences to Glen, Kurt, Zoe and Bree, Jan, Arch, Andrew, Sharon and family, and Ken, Nola and families. From Dean, Kylie, Cooper, Jasper and Preston Alger. REID - Nicole. On 31.1.2019. Deepest sympathy to Glen, Kurt, Zoe and Bree on the loss of Nicole. A beautiful person. From the Watchorn families.

REID - Nicole (Turton). Nic, even though we were not sisters, you have always been a sister to me. My world will not be the same now, but you’ll always be a part of me. You were my hero. All our love to your adoring family and friends. Shay, Jamie, Byron, Charlee and Tanner. xxx REID - Nicole. A courageous, inspirational lady remembered with affection. Keith and Pat Kuhne. RELECKER - Georg Hermann. 27.02.1932 - 31.01.2019 Passed away peacefully at Seahaven, Inverloch. Will be remembered by all who knew him. RELECKER - Georg. Passed away 31.01.2019 at Seahaven Inverloch. Dear friend of the Stefani families for many years. Rest in peace. TEGELAAR - Janna (Jannie). 02.02.1926 - 31.01.2019 Late of Korumburra. Aged nearly 93 years. Passed away peacefully at home with her two daughters. Together again with your soul mate Jan (dec). Wonderful, adored and loving Mum of Ria and Shirley. Grandmother of Rachael and Jodie, David and Sazarita, Adam and Rachel, Hayden and Sarah, Dain and Teala, and Jarrod. Great Grandmother of Grace, Samuel, Jude, Davina, Daisy, Rachel, Emily, Zachary and Ella. Forever Cherished. Mum, You were part of my heart and soul. The heartache of your passing is unbearable. I am so thankful that I had such a beautiful, gracious lady for my mother. I love you dearly, always will and can not wait till we meet again in glory. Ria. Mum, You were the most amazing Mum that I could have wished for. You were kind, gentle, loving and a true lady. My heart will always be broken now you’re gone. I will miss you every day. I love you Mum. Shirley.

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deaths THOONEN - Martin Gerard (Toon). 24.02.1956 - 02.02.2019 Much loved husband of Janine of 44 years. Adored Father of Darryl and David, and fatherin-law of Steph. Treasured Opa of Samantha, Martin, Ryen and Blake. Loved brother of Elsa, Tony and Gerry, brotherin-law of Mary. There is a place in our hearts that is yours alone. The tears in our eyes we can wipe away. But the memories of you will always stay. At the request of the family, no flowers. Please see Herald Sun for Funeral details.

funerals GOODWIN - A Graveside Service to Celebrate the Life of Hazel Gwen Goodwin will be held at the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery on WEDNESDAY (February 6, 2019) commencing at 1pm.

REID - A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Mrs Nicole Jane Reid will be held at the Grandstand Complex, Leongatha Recreation Reserve, Roughead Street, Leongatha on FRIDAY, February 8, 2019 commencing at 11.30am.

Surfers compete in Longboard Titles THE Victorian Longboard Titles were held over the weekend at Phillip Island for the first time in many years as the opening round of the two event series gets underway. More than 60 competitors from around Victoria competed in divisions from U18 through to Over 70 in both Longboard and the more traditional Logger divisions Local talents Molly Hosken and Daisy Corbett, both of Phillip Island, were amongst the line up. Molly placed fourth in the Open Women’s Logger division. She also placed second in heat two of the Open Women’s Longboard quarter final, ahead of Daisy in fourth. Molly placed second in heat one of the semi final, and went on to place third in heat one of the final. Other notable surfers from across the weekend were former Australian Champions Emma Webb (Jan Juc), Greg Brown (Jan Juc) and Ben Considine (Barwon Heads). “It’s fantastic to have the Victorian Longboard Titles head back to Phillip Island,” Surfing Victoria CEO Adam Robertson said, prior to the event. The event kicked off at 7am on Saturday morning at Cape Woolamai.

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A Private Burial will precede this Service. If desired, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Breast Cancer Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the Service.

RELECKER - A Service for the Life of Mr Georg Hermann Relecker will be held at our Leongatha Chapel, corner of South Gippsland Highway and Bellingham Street, on WEDNESDAY, February 6, 2019 commencing at 11am.

TEGELAAR A Thanksgiving Service to Celebrate the Life of Mrs Janna (Jannie) Tegelaar will be held at the Christian Reformed Church, corner of Brown and Peart Streets, Leongatha on FRIDAY, February 8, 2019 commencing at 1pm. The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of the Service for the Korumburra Cemetery.

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Great turnout: 123 people enjoyed parkrun in Koonwarra on Saturday.

Dogs take on parkrun THE day got off to its usual start, with me reminding my parkrun companions – Sue and Jol – that they need to get their runners on as its Saturday, the day that I take them for their weekly fitness session. We wandered down to the famous Koony parkrun picnic table, the place where all the “Hygge” (hooga) happens – I think this has something to do with all of us parkdogs wagging our tails and our companions smiling, chatting and being kind and friendly to each other. I looked around the picnic table and sniffed out several of my regular parkdog pals. Leroy was there with companions, Vince and Belinda. Bonny was there with his harness attached to Fiona to try and drag Fi along to a personal best. Bob arrived in style as usual in the basket on the front of Janice’s pushbike. As run director Steve did his usual welcome and briefing I looked around and counted about 123 sets of human legs ready to set off up the beautiful rail trail. The humans in the fluoro vests just hung around the table and did some volunteering – Judy on the tokens, Sharon with the camera, Peter and parkdog Raven’s companion – Sarah, had the stopwatches. Helen was the fluoro vest that walked out at the back of the bunch and made sure that everyone got home safely. It was good to see a first time parkrunner and a few visitors from other parkruns, Newborough, Parkville, Jells Park and Chelsea. It was nice to see Peter

back into running today after a tractor mishap followed by a helicopter trip to “the Alfred”, in recent weeks. We couldn’t keep Pete away from parkrun though; he has been out volunteering in recent weeks while he recovered from his bruises. As we wandered up to the start line, parkdog Pippin looked very eager to get started this morning. As the hooter went Pippin slipped out of his harness leaving his companion Bethany behind as he sprinted down towards the tunnel. Luckily park runner Katharina grabbed Pippin and reminded her that she needed to keep her companion Bethany on a short leash – Pippin and Bethany were quickly reunited to run the rest of the five kilometres together. Running out this beauti-

ful morning my ears were assaulted by a cacophony of frogs as we passed the first swamp, I think that they were excited about the 40mms of rain that was dumped into their habitat earlier in the week. Also of note this glorious morning was the wonderful graffiti painted on the path and the smiling rocks. The standard of graffiti was so high; I think that Koonwarra may have had a visitation from Banksie. I did note as I dragged my companion Jol, along the trail that there were a good number of humans in the age zero to one age category being pushed along the trail in some wonderful buggies. One even had a lovely piece of toast to keep them busy while mum pushed. I followed that buggy for a

while in the hope that I might get a few scraps coming my way but none was forthcoming. When I got to the finish line by this time with my companion Sue, we checked to see if we were among the 14 runners who achieved new personal bests this week. Sadly, not this week, I’ll have to drag my companions, Jol and Sue, along faster next week. They can’t blame the weather as it was perfect for running this week – maybe a little on the warm side in the sunny patches on the return run. So thanks to all of the runners and volunteers who make this such a wonderful weekly exercise and social event for all us parkdogs. Story supplied by parkdog Ginny.

Great job: Bianca Everard and Tully were the U13 winners, pictured with runner up Jayde Hand on Reaction. See more MDU campdraft coverage on page 45.

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Athletes return to the track SATURDAY saw the return of Leongatha Little Athletics after the holiday break. A total of 107 athletes competed to achieve 149personal best performances and four new centre records were set. Annabel Gammon broke her own record in the U8 girls’ 700m in a time of 3.04.76m. She set her earlier record of 3.15.21m in October last year. Raidyn Harrison broke the record in the U8 boys’ 700m in a time of 2.59.53m. The previous record of 3.02.61m was set by Zac Fowles in December last year. James Heneghan broke his own record in the U13 boys’ 200m hurdles in a time of 34.14s. He set his previous record of 34.70s in December. Mitchell Bath also broke his own record in the U14 boys’ 200m hurdles in a time of 32.10s. He set his earlier record of 33.61 in December last year. Next Saturday while competition is running, the annual Relayathon will be running.

This entails athletes, parents and spectators keeping a relay baton moving around the oval for duration of competition. There will be a donation tin available for anybody wishing to donate and all monies raised will be donated to the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. U6G: Dae Anderson 100m 25.00, Jordyn Browne Discus 3.16, Long Jump 1.70, Arli Edwards 100m 25.43, Discus 4.55, Long Jump 1.27, Arya O’Malley 100m 23.59, 50m 11.73, Willa Santilli Rhoden 50m 13.65, Long Jump 1.24; U6B: Zane Dowel 50m 14.48, Vortex 3.90, Joseph Watt 100m 23.07, 50m 11.46, Long Jump 1.83, Kade White Vortex 6.09; U7G: Mackenzie Evans 100m 21.53, 50m 10.77, Discus 5.55, Isabella Giliam 100m 18.99, 50m 9.63, Discus 7.50; U7B: Oliver Bolge 50m 10.11, Vortex 11.49, Rahvi Butcher 100m 23.64, Vortex 11.60, Mack Katz Long Jump 2.14, Vortex 9.02, Keagan Koedoot 50m 10.46, Vortex 14.29, Archer McRae 50m 12.02, Vortex 6.83; U8G: Anika Edwards 700m 3:21.58, An-

nabel Gammon 100m 19.33, 700m 3:04.76, Shot Put 3.88, Beau Glenn 700m 3:10.95, Long Jump 2.40, Samantha Heneghan 100m 41.67, Lacey McRae Shot Put 3.21, Ruby McRae Shot Put 3.01, Mikayla Richards Shot Put 3.86, Amy Stevic Shot Put 2.94; U8B: Rex Brocklesby Long Jump 2.40, Zac Fowles 700m 2:59.75, Lachie Grimes 700m 3:10.87, Long Jump 2.71, Raidyn Harrison 700m 2:59.53, Elijah Le Serve 100m 22.40, Shot Put 3.88, Leo Van Rossen Shot Put 3.86; U9G: Imogen Cruickshank Turbo Javelin 7.92, Rachel Denbrok 100m 18.65, 800m 3:40.48, Turbo Javelin 5.95, Charlotte Evans 100m 18.29, 800m 3:48.42, Leah Kirkbride Turbo Javelin 9.34, Lacy McNaughton 100m 21.07, 50m 10.31, 800m 3:57.58, Harper McRae 100m 19.82, Long Jump 2.25, Turbo Javelin 6.10, Florence Patterson 100m 22.26, 50m 10.74; U9B: Quinn Brady High Jump 0.90, Frazer Livingstone 800m 3:33.56, Jed Matheson High Jump 0.85; U10G: Ruth Bates 800m 4:22.81, Amelia Le Serve Discus 13.85, Long Jump

2.44, Leah Mark Discus 8.42, Long Jump 1.58, Ava McRae 800m 4:27.01, Zenna Tanaka-Morrison 50m 10.49, 800m 3:57.23, Discus 10.83, Abigail Van Rossen Discus 6.54, Ella White Long Jump 2.95, Clara Wilson Long Jump 2.87; U10B: Jacob Bolge 800m 3:12.59, Jacoa Cameron 800m 3:01.30, Jackson Commadeur Shot Put 5.41, Tejamshu Gaddam 100m 16.34, 800m 2:49.27, Shot Put 6.21, Cohen Harrison 50m 9.74,800m 3:18.14, High Jump 0.95, Shot Put 3.86, Sam Kreutzberger High Jump 0.95, Shot Put 5.23, Jarrah Lowe Shot Put 4.91; U11B: Jack Aeschlimann 100m 16.35, 800m 3:09.15, High Jump 1.28, Javelin 17.64, Froley Anderson 800m 3:40.72, High Jump 1.15, Javelin 16.44, James Barry 800m 4:06.68, Indie Cameron Javelin 13.37, Max Fowles High Jump 1.05, Billy Horskins 800m 2:56.80, Javelin 14.71, Jack McNaughton Javelin 16.22, Jasper Shone High Jump 1.28, Daniel Taylor High Jump 1.15, Javelin 10.60; U12G: Cecily de Gooyer 800m 3:33.04,

Discus 12.54, Aphra Lamers Discus 11.52, Ashlyn Matheson 50m 8.73, Discus 11.82, Kahlyn Van Rossen 50m 9.49, 800m 4:45.49, Discus 7.82; U12B: Isaac Bolge 50m 9.13, Reuben Gammon Javelin 11.77, Jorin Joske 50m 8.60, 800m 3:29.49, Javelin 8.30, Connor O’Loughlin 50m 8.52, High Jump 1.20, Javelin 9.48, Casper Rhoden Javelin 13.04, Connor Richards 50m 8.93, High Jump 1.25; U13G: Erika Allen Javelin 10.50, Mia Burt Javelin 19.72, Sienna Cruickshank 200m Hurdles 37.71, Javelin 13.01, Pallas Lamers Javelin 13.17, Lucy Patterson 200m Hurdles 39.02; U13B: James Heneghan 200m Hurdles 34.14, Shot Put 6.64, Triple Jump 7.92; U14B: Mitchell Bath 100m 13.67, 200m Hurdles 32.10, 800m 2:42.19, Shot Put 10.45, Triple Jump 9.61, Xavier Bolge 800m 2:44.51, Shot Put 7.89, Triple Jump 9.09, Tyler Richards 800m 2:47.16, Shot Put 8.17; U15G: Bree-anna Roy Triple Jump 7.96.

• Wonthaggi Athletics

Javelin records smashed at little athletics IT was a perfect morning for competing at the Wonthaggi Little Athletics club on Saturday.

Congratulations to these two athletes. Ninety eight personal bests were recorded from 60 athletes, which is a wonderful result after a return to school week. Visitors from Mornington were competing and Well done to the following personal best scoring they were very happy with how efficient the meet athletes. ran. The athletes with three personal bests were TeDespite some of the competitors feeling a little vuro Ihomana Montgomery, Mia Thompson, Miles tired after returning to school for the new year, Wrigley, Lachlan Wight, Edith Rowbottom, Jay there were some super performances, most notably Kirkwood, Joel Geiberras, Miranda Giddins, Archie in the javelin events where two club records were Dynes and Charlie Chasemore. smashed. Those with two personal bests were Jacob TimYoung Cruz Bettles in the U8 age group threw a mermans, Jake Marotta, Tyler Butcher, Isaac Shaw, massive 31.82 metres in the turbo javelin which is an James Lewis, Lila Terlich, Jarvis McDonald, Cruz outstanding achievement. Bettles, Angus Oats, Millie Butler-Hemming, ScarTevuro Ihomana Montgomery who has had much lett Tomic, Hunter Bettles, Harvey Strachan, Harsuccess both state and nation wide crushed her own riette Burness, Oisin Flynn, Mackenzie Luz, Ruby Parsons and Ruby Friswell. record with a throw of 35.47 metres.

• South Coast Athletics

Athletes shine at championships SIXTEEN South Coast athletes travelled to Bendigo on the Australia Day long weekend to compete in the Victorian Country Athletics Championships. The weekend was very challenging for the athletes with conditions ranging from thunderstorms, wind and heat across the three days of competition but there were still some great performances with many personal bests recorded, seven club records broken and 16 medals won. The athletes would like to thank their coaches who helped them prepare for the event and the support team of family and friends who came along, in particular those who volunteered during the weekend and helped make the event a success. Results are below: U14G Addison Stevens - High Jump 3rd 1.45m. U16G Alarna Gibson-Williamson - 90m Hurdles 2nd 14.20 (club record), High Jump 1st 1.65m. U18G Jasmine Woods - 100m 3rd 13.21, Long Jump 1st 5.05m, Triple Jump 2nd 10.44m. Rachel Aitken - 200m 7th 30.88, High Jump =6th 1.45m, Long Jump 8th 4.09m. Meaghan Wilson - 100m Hurdles 2nd 17.38 (= club record), High Jump 2nd 1.58m, Triple Jump 5th 9.34m. Nicola Slade - High Jump =6th 1.45m, Pole Vault 2nd 2.80m, Long Jump 6th 4.18m, Triple Jump 6th 8.88m. 4x100m relay (Alarna Gibson-Williamson, Rachel Aitken, Nicola Slade, Jasmine Woods) 3rd 54.86. U20G Naomi Merrilees - 200m 9th 35.72, 400m 6th 1:27.11, 800m 8th 3:34.84, Discus 7th 12.66m. Aliesha Wrigley - 800m 4th 2:39.42, 1500m 2nd 5:42.38, 3000m 2nd 13:00.81. Open Women Courtney Clark - 100m 5th 15.35, 200m 6th 32.67, Long Jump 5th 3.14m, Shot Put 7th 6.57m, Javelin 8th 16.71m Sarah Lewis - 400m 4th 1:00.42 (club record), 800m 4th 2:24.21. 4x100 relay (Aliesha Wrigley, Sarah Lewis, Courtney Clark, Naomi Merrilees) 6th 1:00.26, 4x400m relay (Sarah Lewis, Courtney Clark, Naomi Merrilees, Aliesha Wrigley) 8th 5:02.44. 50+ Women

Beth Montgomery - Shot Put 4th 7.53m (club record), Discus 2nd 19.70m (club record). U16B Harrison Clark - 100m 12th 16.34, 200m 16th 32.97, Long Jump 9th 3.64m, Triple Jump 7th 7.87m, Discus 8th 14.20m, Javelin 7th 14.98m. U18B Matthew Merrilees - 100m 9th 12.24, 200m 5th 24.22 (club record), High Jump =2nd 1.82m, Shot Put 4th 10.57m, Discus 6th 22.13m. Open Men 4x100m relay (Ben Merrilees, Harrison Clark, Colin Gibson-Williamson, Matthew Merrilees) 6th 59.95. 40+ Men Colin Gibson-Williamson 800m 3rd 2:32.08, 1500m 4th 5:09.08. 50+ Men Jeffter Ihomana - Triple Jump 2nd 9.21m (club record), Discus 6th 17.92m.

One personal best was recorded by Baia Pugh, Maya Fraser, Riley Rutland, Hannah Kelly, Jai McDonald, Gemma Shumack, Lily Duscher, Kade Rigby, Hayden Purton, Nash Adams, Jay Saha, Tyler Duell, Mollie-Valentine Ransom, Lara Smyth, Aidan Smyth, Nathan Patch, Daniel Patch, Austin Grime, Xavier Holmes, Harvey Oats, Sabine Wrigley, Darby Smyth, Luke Sexton, Dane Rowe, Lucy Thompson, Henry Dean, Jordan Tomic, Ailish Flynn, Cormac Flynn, Rhylee Duell, Romar-Clarence Mangan and Kipp Chandler.

Massive effort: Tevuro prepares to smash her own record in the U14 girls’ javelin.

Swimmers wow in Championships THE Optus 2019 Victorian Country Long Course Swimming Championships was recently held during the Australia Day long weekend. The event was hosted at the Warragul Leisure Centre by Gippsland Swimming. Thirty six clubs and over 600 competitors from country Victoria swam throughout the three days. The South Gippsland Bass team performed extremely well despite the challenging weather conditions, from extreme heat reaching up to 42 degrees to thunder storms and high winds. It was an amazing effort by all swimmers with South Gippsland Bass finishing fourth overall and a combined team score of 800 points. Congratulations to Traralgon Swimming Club for winning the Country Champs, second Geelong Swimming Club and third Bendigo East Swimming Club. Special mention goes to individual medal winners Nathan Foote, Lily Robinson, Josh Wight, Mostyn Lumsden, Nicolette Wight, Sophie McKenzie, Ben McConachy and Cooper Quaife. South Gippsland Bass also saw outstanding results by the U12 girls’ relay team, winning silver medals in both their 4x50m freestyle and medley races. The U14 boys’ 4x50m freestyle and medley, the 17 and over boys’ 4x50m medley and the Open 4x100m freestyle relays all took home bronze medals. South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club would like to thank Gippsland Swimming and fellow Gippsland clubs Warragul Water Warriors, Traralgon Swimming Club, Morwell Swimming Club, Moe Swimming Club, East Gippsland Waterdragons and Sale Swimming Club for a successful 2019 Victorian Country Long Course Championships. Next year, this major event will be hosted by Barwon South West District in Warrnambool.

right, Fantastic effort: Josh Wight, Luke Muir, Riley Harris and Cooper Quaife perExciting achievement: Alarna Gibson- formed well in the U14 boys’ 4x50m freeWilliamson received the gold medal in high style and medley relays to take home bronze jump at the Victorian Country Athletics medals in the Optus 2019 Victorian Country Championships. Long Course Swimming Championships.

Silver medallists: Milla Laub, Skye Munro, Eva Bassed and Nicolette Wight did the South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club proud by achieving second place in the U12 girls’ 4x50m freestyle and medley relays in the Optus 2019 Victorian Country Long Course Swimming Championships.

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SPORT | BOWLS Fish Creek PENNANT was held on Saturday, February 2. Division 1 sadly lost to Phillip Island White, Division 5 Red overcame Inverloch and Division 5 White was defeated by Toora. For the diary: January 29 2019 Barefoot Bowls began on January 29 and 30 and will run until the first week of March. There’s a whole new look for the bowls club, with the renovation of the back room, a lovely new rack made by Rob Staley, and some lovely boxes for the bowls, made by the Men’s Shed Foster. This will make it a lot easier to select the bowls you need. To sign up, please contact Andy Kerr (5683 2380) as soon as possible. Club championships: club players are encouraged to complete the club competition games, as trophies and shields need to be engraved prior to presentation day to be held in April. Dates are yet to be confirmed, but consideration is being given to April 5 for presentation day and May 14 for the annual general meeting. Ladies are invited to meet at the Oberon Room for tea on Thursday, February 7, at 6.30pm. The general committee meeting will be at 7.30pm on February 12.

Meeniyan JANUARY 29 was round 10 of Midweek Pennant; a home game against Toora. The score was 63 shots each with Meeniyan receiving nine points to Toora’s seven. Meeniyan still maintains third place on the

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ladder. This week was an away game to Korumburra. Tuesday and Wednesday was week two of corporate bowls. Tuesday’s winners were J.J. R. with J.H.W. runners up. With heavy rain on Wednesday, bowlers retired to the clubhouse. Saturday was round 11 of pennant with threes away to top team Inverloch. Not a good day, 54 shots to 72 with one rink getting a draw. Next week is a must win home game to Mirboo North for a place in the finals. Division 4 away to Wonthaggi had a satisfying 73 shots to 50 with all rinks up. The last game is at home to Port Welshpool. The weather gods were against the bowlers on Sunday with the two fills of married couples heated out. Thursday, February 7, is Monthly Triples with the Ladies Tournament on Wednesday, February 20. Upshot 2.

Leongatha ROUND 12 of the Midweek Pennant Competition was played on January 29 and the Division 1 side had a very successful day as they achieved a win on all three rinks against the visitors being the Wonthaggi Bowls Club. Individual rink scores were as follows: Marj Pearson (Leongatha) defeated Kathy Simpson (Wonthaggi) 29-16 shots; Jenny Miller (Leongatha) defeated Susan Hamilton (Wonthaggi) 29-16 shots; Trish McCormack (Leongatha) defeated Susan O’Connell (Wonthaggi) 25-21 shots.

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

Division 3 played Inverloch White and managed to record an overall win with a final score of 63-60 shots. Individual rink scores were as follows: Susan Crouch (Leongatha) lost to D. Patterson (Inverloch White) 17-19 shots; Carol Harry (Leongatha) defeated B. Kurrie (Inverloch White) 26-18 shots; Glenice Emmerson (Leongatha) lost to L. Galyet (Inverloch White) 20-23 shots. The very popular Business Bowls began on January 29 and 26 teams enrolled for the competition. The following table depicts the results for round one recorded on the scoreboard at the end of play: Results Round 1: Repco 77 d Misfits 23, Nesci’s 68 d Whackers 32, MCOB One 66 d SES One 34, X Factor 65 d Beers 35, Leongatha Ford 65 d Leongatha Toyota 35, Golfers 61 d Spencer Hbb 39, Scorpions 57 d Hayward Builders 41, Bowls & Beauty 57 d MDOB Two 44, SES Two 56 d Smiths 44, Mountain View 54 d L/Leongatha Lions 46, Nomadness 53 d BJ Earth Moving 47, Mini Skips 52 d Parks 48, Stewarts Tyres 50 drew Edneys 50. Social Bowls scheduled for January 30 was not very well represented with only 10 bowlers showing an interest. The high temperature obviously was not favourable to many which kept the numbers down. Four teams were created and combinations of two pairs and two triples took to the green to play 15 ends. The objective was not achieved as the majority made a decision to abandon the game after 13 ends were played because of the heat; common sense prevailed. The winners were Ewan Coulter and Allan Rayson with a margin of +8 shots.

On Friday evening, February 1, the club staged a very successful Kitty Club dinner where members could enjoy the friendship and camaraderie of others and hopefully not consume too much red wine which would not be to the detriment of their bowling next day. Round 13 of the Saturday Pennant competition was played on February 2 and another hot day greeted the bowlers. Division 1 journeyed to Korumburra where they were beaten 70-84 shots. The rink of Ollie Crouch, Rod Jackson, John Hall and Brenton Hackett tasted success again but the other two rinks were out classed. Individual rink scores were as follows: Brenton Hackett (Leongatha) defeated Brian Pepperell (Korumburra) 32-23 shots; Ray McGannon (Leongatha) lost to Shane O’Loughlin (Korumburra) 19-33 shots; Wayne Walker (Leongatha) lost to Gerald O’ Brien (Korumburra) 1928 shots. Leongatha Division 2 side hosted Lang Lang and recorded a comfortable win overall with a final score of 80-53 shots. Individual rink scores were as follows: Allan Rayson (Leongatha) drew with Ian Alkemade (Lang Lang) 24-24 shots; Graeme Drury (Leongatha) defeated Scott Beencraft (Lang Lang) 28-10 shots; Bob Young (Leongatha) defeated John Williams (Lang Lang) 28-19 shots. Leongatha Division 4 side played hosts to Korumburra and obtained a win on all three rinks with a final score of 74-47 shots. Unfortunately, the game was marred at the 19th end by a delay in play because of a player not consuming the necessary volume of water resulting in dehydration. Medical attention was required and the paramedics were soon on the spot

and the player was treated before transportation to hospital. A substitute was sought to fill the vacancy created by the hospitalised player and the game was completed. The club administration learnt something from the exercise because of the chaos at the time e.g. treatment of dehydration by qualified people and the rules for substitution which should be the responsibility of the resident umpire. The elderly player concerned has a quick wit and when he was raised on to the stretcher; he asked the female paramedic whether she was going to perform the kiss of life. Individual rink scores were as follows: Mike Carnell (Leongatha) defeated Robert Sund (Korumburra) 22-13 shots; Fred Sauvarin (Leongatha) defeated Allan Cherrett (Korumburra) 26 -21 shots; Liz Beale (Leongatha) defeated Ted Kealy (Korumburra) 26-13 shots. Bowlers are reminded that the Berry’s Triples tournament is booked in for March 19 and the club would appreciate entries as soon as possible from interested bowlers.

South Gippsland Midweek Pennant

RESULTS: Round 12 was played on January 29. Division 1: San Remo 14-89 defeated Corinella 2/65; Inverloch 2/59 lost to Foster 14/61; Phillip Island 14/86 defeated Korumburra 2/58; Leongatha 16/83 defeated Wonthaggi 0/53.

Ladder Inverloch ..................140 San Remo.................112 Leongatha ................108 Foster .......................108 Phillip Island ............97 Corinella ..................86 Korumburra .............63 Wonthaggi................54

+126 +93 +109 -19 +22 -44 -116 -171

Division 2: Tarwin Lower 14-74 defeated Korumburra 2-57; Meeniyan

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Good result: Wonthaggi’s runners up on Thursday for the Monthly Triples were Rod Hogan, Stan Noad and John Duscher.

Wonthaggi THE long weekend games were held in blustery conditions on the Monday for semi/finals players to win the South Gippsland Competition to then go on to play in the State Men’s Singles Championship. The winner was Mick Corum from Leongatha and Frank Seaton was runner up from Inverloch. Midweek Pennant games were played away and the results are Division 1 lost to Leongatha 53-83. Division 2 lost to Port Welshpool 69-75. No social games were played on Wednesday due to the heat and construction work on the footpath at the entrance to the club. On Thursday, three games were played in the

Nominated Monthly Triples with Garry and Joan Clarkson and Ken Webb being the winners. Rod Hogan, Stan Noad and John Duscher were runners up and an encouragement award went to the team of Colin and Sheila Ormerod and Veronica Griffiths. On Saturday morning, the semi finals were underway for the B Grade Ladies Championship. Games were played at 1pm in pennant and the heat had really escalated. The results of Saturday’s games are Division 1 lost to Phillip Island 5066; Division 2 lost to San Remo 57-71; Division 3 drew Mirboo North 76-76; Division 4 lost to San Remo 50-73. On Sunday, Ladies

Invitation Day was cancelled due to hot weather conditions and also the Bass Highway had been closed due to the Grantville bushfires. On Wednesday, February 6, Turkey Triples will be played. Also, Travelling Jack will be in the club rooms with bowling apparel for sale. Friday, February 8, is the bowls club’s monthly dinner starting at 6pm. Names are to be in by Wednesday for catering please. Coming up is the “Jimmy Smith” two bowls triples with good prize money to be won. It is a catered event with lunch provided and entries close on February 10.

9-63 defeated Toora 7-63; Mirboo North 16-88 defeated San Remo 0-57; Port Welshpool 12-75 defeated Wonthaggi 4-69.

Ladder Port Welshpool ........137 Tarwin Lower ..........134 Meeniyan .................105 Mirboo North...........9 Toora ........................84 Wonthaggi................76 San Remo7...............4 Korumburra .............62

+283 +194 -26 60 -35 -164 -131 -121

Division 3: Lang Lang 14-74 defeated Foster 2-58; Loch and District 14-81 defeated Fish Creek 2-74; Phillip Island White 0-59 lost to Phillip Island Blue 16-74; Inverloch White 4- 60 lost to Leongatha 1263; Tarwin Lower 14-89 defeated Inverloch Blue 2-65.

Ladder Loch and Dist ..........122 +180 Leongatha ................116 20 Phillip Is. Blue .........112 +66 Inverloch Blue .........109 -26 Lang Lang................108 +17 Fish Creek ................98 +56 Foster .......................89 -18 Inverloch W .............87 -9 Phillip Is. W .............68 -80 Tarwin Lower ..........51 -172

South Gippsland Pennant Bowls Division 1: Wonthaggi 0-50 lost to Phillip Island Blue 16-66; Korumburra 14-84 defeated Leongatha 2-70; Phillip Island White 14-68 defeated Fish Creek 2-59; Inverloch 16-95 defeated Toora 0-48.

Phillip Is. .................106 Wonthaggi...............102 Leongatha .................93 Inverloch ...................90 Tarwin Lower ...........89 Lang Lang.................44

+5 -42 -55 -89 -58 -182

Division 3: Loch and District 14-74 defeated San Remo 2-55; Korumburra 16-75 defeated Foster 0-60; Inverloch 15-74 defeated Meeniyan 1-54; Mirboo North 7-76 drew Wonthaggi 9-76.

Ladder Inverloch .................145 +149 Foster ......................139 +138 Meeniyan ................115 -48 Wonthaggi...............109 +15 Loch and Dist .........103 +25 Mirboo North............95 +76 Korumburra ..............81 -130 San Remo..................45 -225

Division 4: Wonthaggi 0-50 lost to Meeniyan 1673; Port Welshpool 9-70 drew Inverloch 7-70; Leongatha 16-74 defeated Korumburra 0-47; Phillip Island 15-77 defeated Corinella 1-51.

Ladder Phillip Island ...........151 +182 Inverloch .................146 +184 Port Welshpool .......143 +212 Corinella .................123 +89 Leongatha ...............105 +16 Meeniyan ..................68 -232 Wonthaggi.................49 -159 Korumburra ..............47 -292

Kiss of Death tips – Round 14 Leongatha (home) will be out to keep Wonthaggi out of the finals; however Wonthaggi will be too strong winning by a slender five shots. Phillip Island Blue (home) will ‘take care’ of Korumburra winning by a comfortable 18 shots. Fish Creek (home) will be no match for Inverloch, which is desperate to regain top spot on the ladder for the minor premiership winning by 35 shots. Following a disappointing season, Toora (home) will ‘put paid’ to Phillip Island White’s chances of playing in the finals, winning its last game of the season by 22 shots. Next week is final round before finals, so make sure that if your club is represented in the finals that players have enough games to compete in the division they are representing. Also, there have been a few comments regarding uniform items worn by some players during the pennant season. Players should be mindful of the Bowls Victoria ‘Rules for Attire’. Players can click on the link under the documents tab on the South Gippsland Bowls Division website at www.sgbowls.bowls.com. au for all information relating to attire.

Division 5: Mirboo North Purple 16-93 defeated Corinella 0-59; Loch and District 0-48 lost to Mirboo North White 1687; Inverloch 2-68 lost to Fish Creek Red 14-85; Fish Creek White 0-50 lost toLadder Toora 16-85; Tarwin LowPhillip Is. Blue ........157 +243 er 9-68 drew Foster 0-35; Inverloch .................153 +229 Phillip Island 11-8 (bye) Korumburra ............116 -9 Wonthaggi...............113 +34 – (second bye for season Tarwin Lower Phillip Is. White ......110 -25 is an average of points and Fish Creek .................84 -84 shots for all rounds leading THE new seats have arrived Leongatha .................72 -100 up to the second bye). and they look wonderful Toora .........................27 -288 and are very comfortable. Ladder Division 2: Corinella It only took an hour Mirboo Nth W ........180 +358 4-64 lost to Phillip Island Toora .......................180 +251 to put them together last 12-70; Tarwin Lower 14- Fish Crk Red...........144 +162 Thursday while the South 81 defeated Inverloch Phillip Is. .................140 +105 Gippsland Regional trials 2-56; Leongatha 15-80 Foster ......................113 +38 were being held at the club, defeated Lang Lang 1-53; Inverloch .................106 +58 providing entertainment San Remo 14-71 defeated Corinella ...................84 -145 for both the workers and Mirboo Nth P ............80 -120 Wonthaggi 2-57. Tarwin Lower ...........80 -146 bowlers while they toiled Ladder Fish Crk White .........71 -198 in the very windy Tarwin Corinella .................167 +309 Loch and Dist ...........58 -349 conditions. All four divisions San Remo................141 +112 played at home this week, with three sides gaining 14 points. Tuesday saw Division 2 win against Korumburra while Division 3 also won against Inverloch Blue. Division 2 is still in second position, three points below Port Welshpool. This week Division 2 play at Wonthaggi while Division 3 is at Leongatha. Saturday pennant saw Division 2 win against Inverloch while Division 5 drew with Foster. It was a very good reWinners: Wonthaggi’s winning team on sult for all four sides. Thursday at the Monthly Triples game was Next Saturday is the last Garry and Joan Clarkson and Ken Webb. game for the season. Division 2 will travel to Phillip Island while Division 5 will play at home against Inverloch. On Thursday, February 7, Tarwin will be hosting the Ladies Regional round robin West Gippsland Bowls Division versus South Gippsland Bowls Division. Come along from 9:40am to see some great bowling. A new Tarwin Lower face book page has been set up with lots of albums in the photo section. It is worth a look as are some really good Great competition: Wonthaggi held the there new and old images as well South Gippsland semi finals/finals last as many news articles. Monday. From left is Frank Seaton from InAny photos would be verloch and the winner Mick Corum from greatly appreciated. Visit: Tarwin Lower Leongatha, who will go on to play in the and District Bowls Club. State Championship. Good bowling.

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Well done: Winners of the Inverloch Triples Star team: winners of the Thursday Inverloch Mixed Mufti Social Team effort: the Inverloch Fours Tournament Best Overall Game on Wednesday, January 30, were Jack Miller Bowls were the Fours team of Allan Johnstone, Brian Hensley (skip), winners were Cynthia Hensley, Linda Gallyot, Marg Griffin and Carol Waters. Alan McLean and Gary Hardy. (skip) with Gavan Butler and Doug Muir.

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SATURDAY Pennant is now at the pointy end of the season with only one round until finals. Round 12 was played on Saturday, February 2. Two Inverloch teams recorded a win, two others suffered losses and a draw was played out. Division 1 hosted

Toora and meted out a 47 shot loss to Meeniyan, 16 points/95 shots to 0 points/48 shots. In Division 2, Inverloch travelled over to Tarwin Lower’s green with Tarwin Lower inflicting a 25 shot loss to Inverloch, 14/81 – 2/56. Division 3 hosted Meeniyan and won the day by 20 shots, 15/74 – 1/54.

Tigers prep for new season By Rover MIRBOO North Football Netball Club is busily preparing to help feed the masses at this Sunday’s annual Italian Festa in Baromi Park – immediately following an open air San Paolo Mass. The club’s army of volunteers will join forces with 40 other food and drink stall holders to provide flavorsome feasts of Italy’s finest fares. The Tigers are barbecuing 1000 spicy Italian sausages nestled inside 150mm-long bread rolls that are guaranteed to sell like hot cakes. Meanwhile, Mirboo North’s footballers and netballers are well advanced in their preseason training programs. Champion multi-premiership netballer Ebony Best has returned to the club as A Grade coach, following successful seasons at Leongatha and Meeniyan Dumbalk United. Mirboo North’s 16 consecutive years of Mid Gippsland finals appearances have produced five senior football premierships – and the mighty Tigers are determined to make themselves mightier yet. Training sessions are being held at 6pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. A practice match against Gormandale at Gormandale is scheduled for Saturday, March 23. Prior to that, the Tigers will attend a seaside training camp at Sandy Point on Sat-

urday, March 9. Participants at the camp will engage in surf swimming and running along the beach – plus a range of rigorous aerobic and muscle activation exercises. Then, when the sun goes down, some serious team building brainstorming sessions are planned. Officially declaring war on eliminating wasteful midfield disposals and wasted scoring opportunities inside the Tigers’ forward 50, could be high on the list of priority discussions. Only when the evening’s ruminations have concluded, will there be time for idle chatter and light-hearted banter. However, unless current CFA fire restrictions are lifted, there won’t be a campfire around which tall tales and true can be told. Following AFL Gippsland’s botched attempt to merge the Mid Gippsland and Alberton Leagues, Mid Gippsland has been left with a nine-club competition this year after Yarragon chose to join Ellinbank and District Football Netball Leag ue. Mirboo North hosts Newborough at Tigerland when Mid Gippsland football and netball begins on Saturday, April 6. Vale Joe Pincini Mirboo North Football Netball Club extends its deepest sympathy to the family of former player Joe Pincini, who passed away on December 12. Joe was a fearless rover who was a member of Mirboo North’s 1955 senior grand final side, which lost to Boolarra by five points at Morwell Recreation Reserve.

Division 4’s contest at Port Welshpool proved to be an almighty clash between two heavyweights. The day was decided when an upshot from Port Welshpool disturbed the head and took out sufficient of Inverloch’s bowls to force a draw. The final result was Port Welshpool 9/70 to Inverloch’s 7/70. In Division 5, Fish Creek Red won the day by 17 shots, 2/68 – 14/85. The ladder shows Division 1 on 153 points, remaining in second position. In Division 2, Inverloch (90 points) slipped one further slot to sixth position. In Division 3, Inverloch, in first place are assured of finals representation. Division Four 4 slipped to second position (146 points) following its epic draw with Port Welshpool. In Division 5, Inverloch is sitting in sixth on 106 points. In Midweek Pennant, every result determines whether teams have the opportunity to play finals bowls. Division 1, which had

previously held a 40 point buffer over San Remo, hosted the Foster and as a result of a two shot loss, 02 Point/59 shots to 14 point/61 shots, now have only a 28 point buffer over San Remo. In Division 3, both teams suffered losses with the White team being beaten by three shots in a closely fought match by the Leongatha club, 04/60 – 12/63. The Blue team travelled over to Tarwin Lower who meted out a 24 shot loss to Inverloch on their slick green, 02/65 – 14/89. The results provided no joy for the Inverloch teams as although Division 1 remains in top position on 140 points, however, their previous 40 point buffer over the San Remo team has now been reduced to only 28. Division 3 Blue, as a result of the loss to Tarwin Lower, dropped two places to fourth place. The White team still remains in eighth position on 87 points. The Club Championships have moved to the final round and some ter-

rific matches are about to be played. Wednesday Triples bowling returned to Inverloch on January 30. Two games of 12 ends were played prior to lunch and two 10 end games after lunch were hotly contested. Runner up for the day was Peter Tainton’s team comprising Ned and Michael, finishing on three wins and 57 points. Winners with four wins and 68 points were Gavin Butler, Doug Muir and Jack Miller (skip). Best first game went to Steve Snelling, Paul Davis and John Thornton (skip) with plus 10 shots. Best second game, with plus 17 shots went to Ray Aylen, Ian Diss and Lou Bellino (skip). Harry Dunn, Brian Phillipson and David Turnbull (skip) took out the best third game with a score of plus five shots and 6 ends on a countback from Lou Bellino’s team who also finished on plus five shots but five ends. Best last game was taken out by Rob Shaw, Tony McKernian and Geoff

Coleman (skip) with plus 12 shots. Inverloch hosted social mufti bowls on Thursday, January 31, which saw 26 players take to the rinks to contest two games, each of 12 ends. After the first game, three teams, skipped by Brian Hensley (18 shots up), Rob Howard (17 shots up) and Arthur Moule (16 shots up) had won their first game. However, after the second game, only two teams remained unbeaten. The runner up with two wins and 34 points were triples team of Chris Nevill, John French and Brian Hensley (skip). The winner also with two wins and 36 points were the fours team of Alan Johnston, Alan McLean, Gary Hardy and Brian

Hensley (skip). The lucky draw winners were Bob Davis, Sarah Gibson (Blackburn Club), Terry Orford, Gavin Blew and Peter Dalmau. The ladies competed in the annual Inverloch Fours Tournament event on Friday, February 1. Before the 18 teams took to the greens, a Ditch to Ditch was done to give the bowlers a taste of the speed of the greens. Congratulations to Janice Sing of Leongatha and Gwenda Arnold of Phillip Island who managed to keep their bowls out of the ditch but close to the edge. There were 3 games of 10 ends played. The Best Overall game was won on a count back and the victory went to Carol Waters, Margaret Griffin, Cynthia Hensley

and Linda Gallyot. On 39 points were the runners up representing Leongatha, Janice Sing, Susan Crouch, Karen Fidler and G. Williams. Congratulations go to the home team of winners, Yvonne Kee, Joyce Arnold, Sue Nation and Nellie Martin on 47 points. The Bass Coast Medley Fours event is to be played on Sunday, February 24. Registrations close on February 17. The club’s annual garage sale is being prepared and donations are welcome. The next Friday membership draw will take place on Friday, February 8. Bookings are being taken for the next dinner scheduled for Friday, February 15.

Outstanding: Reg Excell, Bev Elliott and Ron Gillett (s) were the winners in Corinella on Thursday. South Gippsland Midweek Bowls Group

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Upgrade: members of the Tarwin Lower Bowls Club test out the new seats.

Panthers promote inclusiveness THE Kilcunda Bass Football Netball Club has developed an initiative to increase the opportunity for multicultural and indigenous youths in the South Gippsland. This initiative has come together in partnership with the West Gippsland Football Netball Competition. The club has noticed large numbers of multicultural and indigenous children within the region and wanted to create a great introductory program for them to engage in Australian Rules Football. It was viewed as a positive way to bring the community together. The program has the support of AFL Gippsland, Centre of Multicultural Youth (CMY).

The program will focus on basic Australian Rules skills including an umpiring session. Over six weeks, the program will tackle important issues such as physical and mental health along with diet, education and nutrition. The club will have guest speakers and will finish the program on Wednesday, March 20, which coincides with Harmony Day. International Harmony Day is about inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background, united by a set of core Australian values. It is held every year on March 21. The program will run every Wednesday from February 13 to March 20.

THURSDAY, January 31, midweek was played at Corinella with 34 bowlers. Winners were Ron Gillett (s), Bev Elliott and Reg Excell. Runners up were Bill Williams (s), Mark Andreatta and Ken McDonald. The one game winners were Phil Wright (s), Michael Dady and Elaine Fitt. It was a perfect day for bowls. Weather conditions were ideal and there were a few new members to the happy group. Thank you to Sue in the kitchen and Phil in the bar a very pleasant day was had by all the bowlers. Next week will be at Koo Wee Rup and lunches will be available. Just a reminder to the midweek members throughout the summer midweek will start at 10.30am so please be there at 10am or earlier. To register or for more information, please contact Peter on 5678 5974.

Runners up: Mark Andreatta, Ken McDonald and Bill Williams (s) came in second at midweek bowls in Corinella.

One game winners: Michael Dady, Elaine Fitt and Phil Wright (s) teamed up for midweek bowls on Thursday.

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Excellent round: winners and runners up at Korumburra’s Opening Day and holding the vouchers provided by sponsors, Parry’s Gift Store, are Merrissa Cosson, Joan Peters, Lyn Perks and Sherrin Solly. Sherrin was also the Monthly Medallist.

Korumburra ladies IT was hot weather for Opening Day, featuring the February Monthly Medal last Wednesday. Parry’s Gift Store in Korumburra has supported this event for many years and the club extends much gratitude to the Parry family for their continued and generous sponsorship. A Grade was won by Merrissa Cosson (16), with 75 net and runnerup was Joan Peters (23) with 77 net. Congratulations to Sherrin Solly (31), who had a terrific score to win her first Monthly Medal and B Grade, with 69 net and Lyn Perks (30) was runner up in B Grade with 75 net. BDL went to Lorraine Knox, 77 net, Julie Brannaghan, 78 net and Kath Welsh, 79 net. Parry’s also gave very useful jar/bottle openers to Sherrin, who was NTP on the first and Kath, who was closest on the 10th green. The lucky draws went to Betty Yann and Pam Eyers. The club looks for-

Wonthaggi ladies THERE was a great turn out for the Opening Day Ambrose event on a bright and sunny and eventually hot day. President Leonie Bentick did herself proud with a smacked drive down the first to raucous applause from the gallery. There was a bun fight for the top score with only 1/6th separating two

ward to next Wednesday, February 6, when it will welcome many new golfers to Beginners’ Day. All players need to arrive around 9am and play will start at 9.30am for everyone. The shorter Yellow course, big holes on the greens and the enjoyable Ambrose game will undoubtedly ensure plenty of fun. Lunch, provided by the members, will follow the nine holes. Members are asked to return their yellow envelopes to ladies captain, Lee Clements, so that planning for coming events can be completed. The weather was cooler last Thursday for Twilight golf. Sandra and Laurie Webster were the winners with a fabulous 26 points, with Merrissa and Blake Cosson runners-up on 23 points. NTPs on the 10th were Merrissa Cosson and Steve Rose. Carol Stiff and Laurie Webster were closest to the hole on the 13th green. The ‘big holes’ will be used on Beginners’ Day next Wednesday, so they will stay on the

greens for the Twilighters’ next week. It was a calm and quite warm day for the Saturday golfers. Chris Rickard (22) was the winner with 73 net and Lynette McIvor had the best Scratch Score and was also runner up, with 93(18)75 net. Marg Harper was NTP on the first and Lynette was closest on the 13th green. The club is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of much loved member Jean White. Jean joined the Korumburra Golf Club around 2012 and thoroughly enjoyed playing golf and the friendships that developed at the club. Jean won numerous events over these years and was thrilled to win the May Monthly Medal in 2014. Jean was also a regular and keen participant of Twilight golf and played as often as she could on these evenings. She liked to attend club social functions and was always happy to volunteer and assist whenever help was required.

groups but the winners declared at presentations was the team of Marg Johnson (12), Carole Sartori (45) and Marita Lock (35) who returned a score of 78 (15 2/6) 62 4/6 net to pip the runners up of Irene Walsh (20), Shaz Patullo (37) and Geraldine Prentice (22) 76 (13 1/6) 62 5/6. The was a NTP on all par threes, on second Catherine Bolding, fourth Marg Johnson, pro pin eighth Dot Gar-

ry, 13th Betty Bowmar and the 17th Donna Van Veenendaal; with her first swing for the day and no one could better it. BDL went to J. Beaumont, A. Poulton, P. Britt 64 2/6, C. Bolding, P. Hanley, Donna Van 65 1/6, B. Bowmar, D. Garry, and A. Tschiderer 66 2/6. Next week is the Monthly Medal –hit off from 8.30am, be early for your time slot and if cancelling do it early.

Top team: Marg Johnson, Carole Sartori and Marita Lock enjoyed a win at Opening Day for Wonthaggi Golf Club.

ON Tuesday, January 29, 54 golfers contested a Stableford Competition with Dirk Jacobs producing the best score the day of 43 points to win the overall. Keith Finney took the A Grade honours with 39 points, B Grade was taken out by Fred de Bondt with 38 points and William Warren won in C Grade also with 39 points. Col Martin provided a highlight with a great eagle two on the par four third hole. Nearest the pins were John French on the 14th hole and Peter Horman on the 16th. Balls were won by Neale Gillin, Frank Thomas, Tony Roberts, Peter Horman, Ken Smirk, Russell Williams, Les Newton, Richard Dowell, Peter Walsh, Ian Barlow, John French, Gordon Morrison, Warren Dummett, Ted Bruinewoud and John Housey. Thursday, January 31, was a Hi-lo Stableford event with the team of Geoff Maher, Hugh Goodman, Geoff Sherman and Hans Hoefler doing best with 71 Stableford points. Hans also won the best individual event with 41 points. Balls were awarded to Peter Waters, Ian Watson, Fred Debono, Les

Newton, Kevin Castwood, Frank Smedley, Ron Paice, George Misson, Ian Blencowe, Tony Roberts, Denis Wallace, Ian Hendry, Neil Mackenzie, Brad O’Brien, Trevor Steer and Frank Gill. Nearest the pins were Keith Finney on the 14th hole and Leroy Sharrock on the 16th. Friday’s Nine and Dine event continues to be popular with 17 golfers enjoying a pleasant evening after completing nine holes of golf. Best score was produced by Malcolm Legge with 21 points. Balls were won by George Misson, Karen Murchie, Geoff Maher and Dot Stubbs. Bad luck to Daniel Yeap who was drawn in the members draw but wasn’t there to collect. Saturday was Medal Day at Leongatha and 98 golfers enjoyed very warm conditions. Grant McRitchie carded the best of score of the day with a great score of nett 65 to win the Overall and A Grade events. B Grade was taken out by Tom Williamson with net 67 and Bryan Roylance had a net 71 to win C Grade. Balls were won by Peter Jaspers, John Feddersen, Mark Lafferty,

Antony Sparkes, Philippe du Plessis, Chris Leaver, Bryan Sword, Russell Williams, Phil Douglass, Bradley Hines, Alexander Hill, Derek Jury, Garry Friend, Geoff McDonald, Peter Brownlie, Don Smith, Darrell Prior, Rod Hopcraft, Daniel Jolly, Malcolm Legge, Colin Moyle, Ian Blencowe, Denis Wallace, Gordon Morrison, Col Martin, Stuart Harry, John Moor, Gary Sharrock and Paul Richardson. Nearest the pins were Nick Hill on the 14th hole and Derek Jury, who was only a metre away to be NTP on the 16th. The Pro Pin was taken out by Brendan Simon. Sunday nine hole competition: The February round of the Gordon West Memorial Shield was played in warm conditions on Sunday. A good field played. The ladies’ best gross was played by Toni West with 43 strokes. Chris Lever with 35 was the winner for the men. Ann Poole with 4511-34 won the ladies best net and John Hassett with 43-10-34 won the men’s event. The NTP winner was Rita de Bondt. The team winners were: 1. 7UP 137.5, 2. Divots 141, 3. Top Dogs 144.5, 4. Grasshoppers 148.5.

Thank you to sponsors South Gippsland Kennels and Cattery. The final round of the season will be played on Sunday, March 3.

Leongatha ladies THERE was a total of 31 players participated on Wednesday, January 30. A Grade winner: Fay Quilford with a score of 39 points. B Grade Winner: Marea Maher with 36 points. C Grade Winner: Helen MacKenzie with 38 points. Balls down the line: Colleen Touzel 39, Liz Hodge 38, Karen Orford 37, Glenyce McRobert, Debbie Miller 36, Wendy Parker, Loris Clarke and Anne Gibson 33 points. Congratulations go to Travis Tatlow for an Eagle on the third hole. Nearest the pin on the 16th was Winton Knop. Leongatha women’s golf results for Saturday, February 2. Twenty two players participated in the Women’s Monthly Medal. The overall winner was Karen Bear with a score of 73. A Grade winner: Trish Owen with a score of 74. B Grade winner: Karen Bear with a score of 73. Balls down the line: Melinda Wilder, Coral Gray 74, Marianne Leaver 75, Anna De Bondt, Helen Fraser 77, Di Williams 78 and Wendy Parker 79.

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Woorayl winners: Heather Sullivan, Di O’Connor and Janet Thompson shared a win on Wednesday.

Woorayl ladies GOLFERS enjoyed a lovely Opening Day on Wednesday. It was very hot and steamy so a nine hole three person Ambrose saw 15 ladies head off at 9am. Boy, were they glad to get into that club room to

cool off and enjoy some lovely lunch. The winners for the day with 25 net were Heather Sullivan, Di O’Connor and Janet Thompson. BDL on a countback were Sharyn Rayson, Alice Campbell and Carol Johnson with 28 net. NTP on the 11th was

Ann Poole and on the 17th was Janet Thompson. Captain Elly Berryman announced Janet Thompson as the winner of the Summer Comp and presented her with a lovely posy of flowers. Next week is the Monthly Medal. Golfers will be hitting off at 9am.

A FIELD of 33 took to the course to contest the Monthly Medal with Paul Spencer victorious for the month of February. Conditions were hot for Sunday’s mixed competition with 12 couples braving the heat to have an enjoyable day. The next mixed competition is on Anzac Day, Thursday, April 25. Tuesday, January 29: Stableford. Winner: N. Lucas (14) 37. NTP: 13th N. Lucas. DTL: R. Smith (17) 37 and J. Mathers (22) 36. Wednesday, January 30: Stableford. Winner A: M. Symmons (26) 34. Winner B: A. McKenzie (37) 36. DTL: B. Britten (23) 32, B. Fuller (34) 32 and

M. Barham (32) 32. Thursday, January 31: Stableford. Winner: R. Prain (16) 36. NTP: 17th N. Thompson. DTL: N. Thompson (10) 36. Friday, January 1: Chook Run. Winner: I. Griffiths (24) 30. NTP: 13th R. McCallion and 17th C. Riddell. DTL: L. McKenzie (10) 19, N. Lucas (14) 19 and C. McCaughn (19) 19. Twilight golf: Par Three Competition. Winner: H. Fulton (45) 21. Saturday, February 2: Stroke Medal – Bruce and Rae Knee Trophy. Medal winner: P. Spencer. A Grade: K. Witheridge (18) 68. B Grade: P. Spencer (19) 67. NTP: fourth J. Mathers, sixth R. Smith, 13th K. Witheridge, 15th S. Reid and 17th P. Spencer. DTL: N. Thompson (10) 68, J. Stone (22) 70, G. Buckland (24) 71, D Knee (10) 71, T. Vanin (8) (72) and R. Coughran-Lane (32) 72. Nine hole: R. Coughran-Lane 39. Eagle: C. Buckland on 14th. Ladies winner: M. Barham (31) 73. NTP: 17th G. Reid.

Mirboo North WEDNESDAY results: Competition: Stableford, January 30. Day winner: Lorrae Hamilton (40) 41. Runner up: Sue Traill (17) 41. DTLs: Anne Wood (35) 35. NTP: 16th Chris Gunn. Thursday results: Competition: Stableford, January 31. Day winner: Stewart Evans (19) 44. A Grade: Mal Payne (8) 44. NTP: 16th John Woodall. DTLs: Peter Chapman (16) 38, Russell Pentland (21) 38, L. White 14 (37) and Gary Renwick (13) 37. Saturday results: Competition: Monthly Medal (Stroke), February 2. Medal winner: Hudson Kerr (25) 62. Low gross winner: Simon McInness (5) 75. Winner A Grade: Josh Robbins (13) 67. DTLs: Keith Clerks (23) 69, Riley Oddy (15) 70, Rob Clark (19) 71, Joe Smeriglio (17) 72 and Joe Taylor (22) 72. Second shot NTP first hole: Garry Shandley. NTP: 4th Hudson Kerr, 6th Doug Taylor, 13th Jackpot, 16th John McFarlane.

Woorayl ON Saturday, February 2, the event was sponsored by Riseley’s transport. Thank you to Trevor for your ongoing support. Fifty eight players played a four man Irish Fourball. It was hot conditions, which didn’t affect the winning team of Trevor Riseley, Kevin Riseley, Ross Winkler and Geoff Forrester with 129 points. Runners up were Michael Grist, Dale Burge, Warren Turner and Marcus Luscombe with 124 points. BDL went to Rodney Goodwin, Graham Challis, Graeme Calder, Craig Hall 123 points, and Brian Wilson, Gavin Price, Ray Sullivan and Brian Hogan 123 points. NTP on eighth was Col James and 17th Gavin Price. Ball raffle went to McKinnon SYN. On Sunday, Febru-

Prestigious win: Tyler Hogan, Anthony Cleman, Gaz Miller and Mark Carruthers won the Forrester Plate at Woorayl Golf Club on Sunday. ary 3, the prestigious Forrester Plate was held with 72 players playing a singles Stableford event sponsored by Russell and Lynne Moyes, who have been long supporters of this event; very much appreciated. Weather conditions were hot and humid with players consuming plenty of fluids.

A big thank you goes to all for course presentation and volunteers for the barbecue and bar work. The A Grade winner was Chris Towns 39. B Grade’s winner was Col James 41. The C Grade winner was Shane Corrie 44. BDL went to John Bolge 42, Gaz Miller 39, Danny Dwyer, Allen

McEachern, Gavin Cook, John Blunsden 38, Mark Carruthers, Graham Geisier (jnr.) 37, and Grant McClure, Ian Aston, and Geoff McKinnon 35. NTP on eighth was Ross Winkler and 17th Chris Towns. Ball raffle went to John Bolge SYN. The Forrester Plate four person teams event

has been supported by the Forrester family for decades with 18 teams contesting for the Holy Grail. Eleven visiting clubs were thanked for their support. Winner on a C/B was Woorayl 1 team of Tyler Hogan, Anthony Cleman, Gaz Miller and Mark Carruthers with a combined score of 110.

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Beach Volleyball stars in Inverloch TEAMS from Albury, Maffra, Gisborne, Dandenong, Melbourne’s East, Tarwin, Korumburra and Leongatha hit off against each other at the Inverloch Beach Volleyball Tournament, held Sunday, January 27. The magnificent Inverloch foreshore was a stunning setting for the 26th annual tournament, hosted by South Gippsland Volleyball Club. Thirteen teams entered in three divisions. Some participants played volleyball for the first time while others are seasoned competitors playing in Volleyball Victoria’s State League as well as Australian Junior Volleyball Championships. Eastside Hawks, led by captain Jimmy Car-

lyle and Beach Boys, led by Paul Edwards were strong contenders throughout the day, having won all games until they met each other in the Blue Division Grand Final. In the best of three sets grand final, Eastside Hawks defeated Beach Boys 25:22, 25:17. Congratulations to Jimmy Carlyle, Lachlan Newel, Will Crawford, Adam Robinson. The Yellow Division quickly became a family rivalry as Bits and Bobs captain Andrea Axford faced off against her brother and Loose Change captain Chris Axford in the grand final. The beach experience of Bits and Bobs was a challenge for the much younger opponents Loose Change. While their contest earlier in the day was very

close, the grand final was convincingly won by Bits and Bobs, 25:16. Congratulations to Andrea Axford, Michael Axford, Michael Blogg, Riley Olden and Aaron Holwerda. The Orange Division was a tight contest all day. Most of the junior players were experienced on indoor courts so they were tested by the sun, wind and sand of the beach. Teams that learned how to modify their game to meet nature’s challenges were bound to succeed in the latter half of the tournament. Ultimately, it was the Maffra Boys (Ben, Bayden, Jimmy and Sam) who came away with the grand final win. The South Gippsland Volleyball Club thanked

its generous sponsors. The South Gippsland Volleyball Club welcomes new players. A full program is offered from Spikezone (from eight years), Juniors, weekly social competition and the Volleyball Victoria State League. The club competes in men’s, women’s and junior tournaments. Several junior players represented Victoria at Nationals last year while others challenge themselves in Masters Games. The club trains and plays on Thursday evenings at Splash. Contact Tom Saario 0408 595 681 or email southgippslandvolleyball@outlook.com for information.

Blue Division: from left, Beach Boys Dan Mayadas, Jon Porublev, Neil Wigley and Paul Edwards were runners up to the Eastside Hawks Jimmy Carlyle, Lachlan Newel, Will Crawford and Adam Robinson in the grand final.

Impressive: Peter Boddy was the winner of the Sunday Novice with his horse Pumpkin.

Outstanding results at campdraft THE Meeniyan Football/Netball club ran its annual Campdraft on the weekend of February 2 and 3.

With a lot of local riders away at the big Landmark Classic held in Tamworth, it gave the opportunity for a lot of people to attend from further afield. It was great to meet some of the interesting characters who where all too willing to step up and give a hand where needed. Competition started as day light was breaking, to beat the heat that was predicted to come over the weekend. A huge day was put in with the “Nails Cook” Memorial Campdraft finishing just as the last drop of daylight was going down. Judge Erick Joosten did a tremendous effort sitting on his horse for over six hours until an eventual winner was found. A very excited Jenny Neave on Mali took it out with an 86 on top of their first round score of 87 to win with a 173, coming equal second was Glen Rand and Mandoo and Scott Gardiner and Gio Lena with a 172. After completion starting at 6.30am and not finishing till 8.30pm, everyone was happy to relax a bit with the great meal made by the MDU committee. Competition started early again, on the Sunday morning, the cattle where a little tricky, and seem to win nine out of 10 times. Every winner had to work hard to get there points were not easy to obtain. Competition was all complete by 3pm on the Sunday afternoon, A big thank you to everyone that helped over the weekend, your help was very much appreciated. The yardmen and truck drivers were working hard behind the scenes, and were just the best that any campdraft would ever want. Thank you to the amazing cattle donors, without whom the sport could not go ahead

ton and Hot Candy 176, 3rd Kevin Cooper and Bee Gee 174, 4th Corry Van Breugel and Cash 172, =5th Scott Gardiner and Gio Lena 170, =5th Jordie Stockdale and Mystic 170. “Nail’s Cook” Memorial Novice, Judge Eric Joosten 1st Jenny Neave and Mali 173, =2nd Glen Rand and Mandoo 172, =2nd Scott Gardiner and Gio Lena 172, =4th Laurel Kane and Foster 171, =4th David White and K C 171, =6th Travis Glover and Playgirl 170, =6th Claire Fenwick and Izzy 170, =6th Alan Mitchell and Terrence170. Saturday Open, Judge Peter Boddy. 1st Ethan Park and Cool Flame 179, =2nd Dean Cameron and Gage177, =2nd David White and Sonny 177, 4th Karen Carter and Sugar 175, 5th Tanya Rand and Kite 174, =6th Steve Ryder and Dan 173, =6th Stephen Fenwick and Areeba 173. Sunday Novice, Judge Neil Park. 1st Peter Boddy and Pumpkin 174, 2nd Matt Bechaz and Monica 173, 3rd Michael Kelly and Telesoneway171, 4th Kealee Hamilton and Blue Denim 169, =5th Keryn Gardiner and Easy Beat 167, =5th Bart Dowling and Sadie 167 Sunday Open, Judge Robert Lamb. 1st Kenielle Bechaz and Overtime 177, 2nd Ethan Park and Mountain Man 176, =3rd Travis Glover and D J 173, =3rd Lenice Spicer and Baldy 173, 5th Eric Joosten and Audrey170, 6th Carol Tonkin and The Judge 169.

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Judge Alan Mitchell. 1st Bianca Everard and Tully 75, 2nd Jayde Hand and Reaction 21, 3rd Nick Rand and K C 19, =4th Ellie Bowman and Jet 18, =4th Bronte Bechaz and Jeanie 18, =4th Cooper Spicer and Henry 18.

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Judge Alan Mitchell. 1st Lane Bowman and Jet 88, 2nd Trinity Mcinnes and Action 85, 3rd Sharnie Bechaz and Results: Overcast 83, 4th Lane Bowman and Rundy 82, 5th Chloe Stock and Wrangler 80, 6th Angus Saturday Maiden, Judge Matt Bechaz. 1st Tom Ford and Frapha 177, 2nd Ken Boul- O’Loughlin and Oakie 79.

Orange Division: from left, Twisted Sistaz Immogen, Mia, Emily and Paige, Maffra Boys Ben, Bayden, Jimmy and Sam, and A to Zs Anton, Josh, Will and Liam took part in the annual Inverloch Beach Volleyball Tournament. Maffra Boys won the grand final.

Yellow Division: from left, Bits and Bobs’ Riley Olden, Michael Blogg, Aaron Holwerda, Michael Axford and Andrea Axford were too experienced for Loose Change Abe Penny, Chris Axford, Rye Penny and Jay Penny in the grand final.

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McFarlane rides with the world’s best 30, McFarlane was out of the blocks well and his sprinting ability was on full show with riders racing around the Grand Prix circuit at Phillip Island. McFarlane would finish just four seconds from the leaders. McFarlane said he was happy with his performance in the first stage of the tour; despite a tricky cross wind, McFarlane Competing with some of the World’s came in 20th. Tour teams and Tour De France riders “I was pretty happy with that. It was will certainly be a boost to future compe- good to be up there,” he said. tition for McFarlane. Crowds gathered at Wonthaggi to On day one last Wednesday, January watch the start of the second leg of the

LEONGATHA’S Tom McFarlane rode alongside some of the world’s best competing in last week’s Jayco Herald Sun Tour, a huge experience for the 20 year old.

Tour on Thursday, January 31.The action kicked off from McBride Avenue. Competing with the Korda Mentha team, McFarlane told The Star he anticipated a challenge on the way to Churchill from Wonthaggi. McFarlane was still with the peloton on the familiar Farmers Road climb near Mirboo North. There was some debris on the roads from a large storm the previous night but it didn’t cause any crashes. It was a tough day for McFarlane, finishing with a lot of riders 10 minutes, 34

seconds down on the race leader Michael Woods. Riders were in for a fast pace on day three with the tail wind running for the trip from Sale to Warragul, McFarlane racing at over 43 km/h for the entire 161.6 km. McFarlane would finish with the peloton on this day alongside Richie Porte and losing just over a minute on GC (General Classification). Day four was a tough day at the office for McFarlane with the Arthurs Seat climbs to be done, finishing more than 22

minutes from the winners. Day five was the criterium around the Royal Botanical Gardens in very hot conditions, testing all riders, McFarlane finishing just over five minutes down on the winner. He went 88km around the gardens at an average speed of 43.4km/h. Dylan Van Baarle of the Netherlands was the winner of the tour from Aussie Nicholas Schultz of the Mitchelton Scott team 24 seconds behind. Richie Porte finished fifth, two minutes, 13 seconds down on the winner.

Race day: Tom McFarlane gets On the climb: Tom McFarlane, left, climbs Farmers Road, towards Mir- his bike ready for the race start in King of the mountain: the peloton reaches the top of the Farmers Road climb last Thursday. boo North last Thursday. Wonthaggi.

• Leongatha Cycling

Allambee Mirboo & District tennis Conditions challenge cyclists

IN Section 1 on Saturday Phillip Island won well at home against Leongatha North.

Inverloch Kroams won all its sets against Koonwarra. Kroams have very strong ladies and men. The team has played together for a few seasons now and are hard to beat. Inverloch Storm had its first win for the season, winning by one game over Leongatha. There are young players in both teams, well done. In Section 2 Korumburra had a nine set win against Leongatha Green, with a tiebreaker in the third mixed the closest set. Baromi won all its sets against Leongatha Gold. Outtrim versus Hallston was a good close game. What a great sporting scene, cricket, tennis, small bore. Young boys played today for

Hallston. No coach Gristy. Well done to Outtrim. In Section 3 Korumburra won seven sets to one set in the match against Leongatha. All young players, well done being organised in this match. No score was received from the Inverloch versus Koonwarra match. Please have full names on the score sheet at least once.

Results

Section 1: Inverloch Storm 5.51 d Leongatha 4.50, Inverloch Kroams 9.72 d Koonwarra 0.13, Phillip Island 8.69 d Leongatha North 1.29, Korumburra - bye. Section 2: Korumburra 9.72 d Leongatha Green 0.26, Baromi 9.72 d Leongatha Gold 0.19, Outtrim 5.65 d Hallston 4.53, Berrys Creek - bye. Section 3: Korumburra 7.53 d Leongatha 1.18, Inverloch v

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Koonwarra (no score).

Ladders Section 1 Inverloch Kroams ............ 112.5 Phillip Island.......................97.5 Korumburra .......................88.5 Leongatha North ................82.0 Koonwarra............................51.5 Inverloch Storm ...................51.5 Leongatha.............................50.5 Section 2 Berrys Creek..................... 112.5 Outtrim ...............................90.5 Hallston ...............................85.0 Baromi .................................78.5 Korumburra ..........................63.5 Leongatha Green ..................54.5 Leongatha Gold....................47.5 Section 3 Inverloch .............................66.0 Korumburra .......................65.0 Koonwarra ..........................37.0 Leongatha ...........................18.0

SCHOOLS back and so are the riders. Riders had a strong south easterly to contend with on Friday night however they were all keen as the storm on Wednesday night meant no training for the week. The club encourages any cyclist who is keen to try out the track racing to come along at 6pm on Wednesday night to make a start. The club can get the riders onto a suitable bike for the try out. First event of the night was the one lap time trial and the windy conditions meant no records were broken. Quickest for the night was Tom Geary at 47.00 sec just ahead of Renee Hardacre at 47.46 sec. Next was Kate Geary at 49.22 sec with Bastian Jefferies at 52.45sec and Emiley Hadicke at 53.59 sec. A small recovery time was afforded the riders before they were on the track again for a three lap scratch race. Renee Hardacre cruised home a

clear winner whilst Tom Geary just edged out Kate Geary for the minor placings. The riders then moved on to a 1 lap handicap. Renee riding from 10m finished too quick for the others to take the win from Kate (20) and Emiley (40) in third place. The handicapper took note of the race and produced a re-handicap. This time it was Kate Geary (20) winning from Emiley (45) and Bastian (40) in third place. The riders were then split into two sprint heats. First up was Emiley and Bastian over the one lap. With Bastian racing hard right from the starting whistle, Emiley waited until he tired before she moved smartly to the front and claiming the win. In the second heat, it was Tom, Kate and Renee who rolled away. Kate kept talking and seduced the others into a short sprint which suited

2019 Channel Challenge program

Team head coach Jarrod Evans is an Australian and has brought the squad over for summer training in Victoria, and is driving their involvement in both events. All eight athletes will compete in the Channel Challenge and all bar one will be at the Cowes Classic on February 16.

The Americans are: Sophie Chase, 2018 North American champion and SuperLeague athlete; Walter Schafer, bronze medallist at 2018 Holten ETU Sprint Triathlon Premium European Cup; Mary Alex England – bronze medallist at Central American and Caribbean Championship and SuperLeague athlete; Clayton Hutchins, USA Triathlon Collegiate Recruitment Athlete and 2016 Canadian Olympic Trials in 5000m; Annie Kelly, USA Triathlon Collegiate Recruitment Athlete and 10km personal best of 33.23 minutes; Megan Foley – 2018 Red Bull 400 champion and 2018 SuperLeague athlete; Sarah Alexander, bronze medallist at Lima CAMTRI Sprint Triathlon American Cup and 2018 SuperLeague athlete; and Jessica Rocheleau – Coronado Beach, California Lifesaving athlete.

Made it: athletes run up the beach at Newhaven after successfully crossing Westernport Channel during a past San Remo Channel Challenge. Photo: Greg Harbour.

her strengths and duly won the short dash to the line ahead of Renee and Tom. The riders were then given an elimination race over five laps. The first lap is a free lap but after that each lap the last rider over the line is eliminated. This produced some fiercely contested efforts to the line for the first 4 laps but it was Renee who cruised away after three laps to secure the win from Kate and Tom. A small rest break and the riders were back out for a second sprint effort. Emiley again was too smart for Bastian and rode him on the hip all the way to take the win. The second heat was a different race. Once again Kate tried to control the race but this time Tom and Renee challenged earlier. This saw Renee take the win from Tom whilst Kate had to settle for third.

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Channel Challenge to honour Gordon THE late Age journalist Michael Gordon will be honoured at this year’s San Remo Channel Challenge.

A new trophy will be struck and awarded each year in Mr Gordon’s name. It will be presented to the winner of the senior open male category of the annual San Remo Channel Challenge – a swim/run event that sees hundreds of competitors swim 550m from San Remo to Phillip Island, and then run two kilometres back to San Remo over the bridge. The 2019 event will be held this Saturday, February 9 at 4.15pm at San Remo by the Woolamai Beach Surf Life Saving Club. Mr Gordon died after suffering a heart attack in the 2018 Phillip Island Swim Classic at Cowes last February. He was the inaugural winner of the first Channel Challenge in 1986 and will always have a special status within the history of Victoria’s largest aquathon. He loved the ocean and was a

regular surfer at Phillip Island, as well as being a regular competitor in the events conducted each summer by the Woolamai Beach Surf Life Saving Club. His son Scott stated the San Remo Channel Challenge had always been his father’s favourite event. A large contingent of Mr Gordon senior’s family and friends will be at San Remo to participate in the 2019 event. Event organiser Ron Nicholson, from the Woolamai Beach Surf Life Saving Club, was fond of catching up with Mr Gordon for a cold beer and chat after each event. It will be interesting to see who can take the initial trophy, as the competitors will include eight members of the US National Triathlon Squad, Team USA, in Victoria for a summer training camp. They are being coached by former Victorian, Jarrod Evans, who will be explaining the significance of this memorial trophy to his charges. The challenge is scheduled

to avoid the normally fierce tide rushing through the channel. When the tide turns around, there is a 20 minute window during which the waters of the Westernport Channel are still and once a year competitors are sent across in three waves and given 20 minutes to get across from San Remo to Newhaven under the auspices of the water safety crew from the Woolamai Beach Surf Life Saving Club. They then don their runners in the transition area before heading back across the iconic San Remo bridge and through the town for a two kilometre run, finishing in front of the San Remo Hotel. For the first time in the history of this event, there will be a relay category to enable competitors to participate as individuals or as members of a relay team. All friends and fans of Michael Gordon are welcome to join in this celebration of his memory at San Remo and can go to www. basscoastseries.com.au for more Ready to go: competitors assemble ahead of the start of a past San Remo Channel Chaldetails. Save time and money by en- lenge. Photo: Greg Harbour. tering online by 6pm Friday.

2019 Channel Challenge program 2.30pm. Music on stage by The Desmonds. 8am. Market opens. Arts, crafts and gen3.30pm. Interview with Jarrod Evans, Austraeral. Enquiries, treasurer@rotarypisr.org. lian who coaches USA triathlon squad and presenau or 0418 325 055; tation of members. 9.30am. Carnival, animal nursery, jumping castle, rides, clowns. 10am. Race centre opens at the San Remo Hotel. Closes 3.30pm. 11am. Marine Parade closed to incoming traffic. 2pm. Bass Coast Tug of War finals for women and men.

4pm. Competitors’ race briefing. Marshall at start. 4.15pm. 34th Channel Challenge starts. 5pm. Music on stage by Danielle Baylis and Maddy May. 5.45pm. Channel Challenge presentations on stage, including of Michael Gordon Memorial Trophy.

Gordon made history MICHAEL Gordon was a fit and healthy 30 year old in 1985 and well into the second decade of his outstanding career as a talented and respected journalist.

He was honoured by prime ministers and respected by the average Australian who appreciated his fair and courageous political commentary. At that time, his passions in life were his family, his journalism, his beloved Hawthorn Football Club and the ocean waters and surf beaches around Phillip Island. It was only natural that when the surf lifesavers from his favourite beach at Cape Woolamai announced a challenge had been thrown out to find brave swimmers to take on the Westernport Channel, that he and his mate John Barnes would relish the prospect of being involved. So on Sunday, January 12, 1986, Messrs Gordon and Barnes were amongst the 60 hardy souls who swam across the usually raging San Remo Channel and then ran back across the Phillip Island Bridge to finish in front of the San Remo Hotel. It is history now that Mr Gordon became part of the folklore of this iconic event when he was the inaugural San Remo Channel Challenge winner in the time of 12 minutes and 41 seconds, and Mr Barnes was runner-up. Mr Gordon continued his love affair with ocean swimming and surfing, also participating regularly in the Bass Coast Series of events, especially the San Remo Channel Challenge which has grown into the largest aquathon on the

coast with 500 to 600 competitors regularly. When competing at San Remo over the years, Mr Gordon would have enjoyed the fact that several threads of his life came together once a year on Channel Challenge day. He would have lined up on the beach with Hawthorn legend Kelvin Moore on his left side and Federal MP Greg Hunt to his right. Mr Moore was a fellow competitor in that inaugural 1986 event and Mr Hunt has competed in many Phillip Island events on his way to becoming a federal minister. Exactly 30 years on from his initial success, Mr Gordon was still competing and won the two kilometre veterans category in the Phillip Island Swim Classic in 2016. He had also developed many strong friendships within the local community, especially amongst the surfers from all walks of life who were part of the Island fraternity and he always had a friendly chat with the Woolamai Beach lifesavers who ran the events and provided water safety for all of the swimmers. In the summer of 2017-2018, Mr Gordon was part of a group of crusty older surfers who practised for the events with a late afternoon swim most days of the week in Cleeland Bight. On Saturday, February 3, they all lined up together in the 2018 Phillip Island Swim Classic. About three quarters of the way through the race, Mr Gordon suddenly stopped swimming and was immediately pulled from the water by the surf lifesavers and given CPR for a very lengthy period. However this was all to no avail and feelings of devastation

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Champion athlete: Michael Gordon won the first San Remo Channel Challenge in 1986. spread quickly when it was realised Mr Gordon’s life was cut short at the age of 62, although it was acknowledged that he died doing something he loved “in the ocean and with the sun on his back”. His family, friends, colleagues and associates were all in shock and his loss was deeply felt by the entire Australian community. Mr Gordon’s professional career and standing in the community have been well documented and his service in the MCC dining room was extremely moving, with guest speakers including Paul Keating and Martin Flanagan and music by his friend, Paul Kelly. Mr Gordon’s son Scott Gordon and his mate, John Barnes, will be amongst the competitors this Saturday, February 9, and they will be joined by many family, friends and colleagues who are participating in this year’s event with the aim of dedicating their effort to the memory of the man they loved and admired.

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Tradies on the trot By Grace Griffith

Strong finish: jockey Martin Seidl on Miss Inception claimed first place in Race 3, claiming the Melina Bath MP Maiden Plate.

Day out: from left, Stony Creek’s Jacob Cecil, Meeniyan’s Matt Darmanin and Rory Harrington enjoyed the track’s first ever Tradies’ Day.

where they have a certain amount to bet on each race.” “The pub that has made the most money at the end of the day gets the trophy and the bragging rights. All the money we raise GLORIOUS weather graced the first ever actually goes to a chosen charity.” Another day to set aside in your calendars is March 10, the LadTradies’ day race meet at Stony Creek Racing brokes Stony Creek Cup, Stony Creek’s feature event of the year. Club on Friday with a turnout of 544 people. The day includes free children’s activities including face painting Sarah Wolf, CEO of Stony Creek Racing Club, said the idea and Chris Humfrey’s ‘Wild Action Zoo’, Fashion on the Field, live behind the theme was to draw more people to the track. music and of course, extraordinary racing. “Our community is South Gippsland. So by having a Tradies’ Tickets are expected to sell quickly and early booking are Day, we hope to, in years to come, tap into a lot of the trades in recommended. South Gippsland and give them a day to make their own.” Tickets are available online at srcr.com.au or phone 5664 0099. The popular ticket promotion saw racegoers receive race admission, race book, Stony Creek Racing Club stubby holder and complimentary beer, wine of soft drink for only $15. “This race meeting is more of a day where you take the breaks off for a bit…it’s meant to be one of those cruisy type race days.” Miranda Cox’s trained mare, Rebecca, crossed the line to take the win of race one, sponsored by Aherns Fruit Market in Foster. Race seven, sponsored by McRae Engineering in Meeniyan, saw jockey David Brideoake on gelding Fullforward finish strong in first place. With December and January typically attracting substantial crowds of 1500-2500 people per race meet, the club aims to encourage more people to attend, especially on days like Friday. “This is a turn over day, so typically we don’t have a big crowd. It can be as low as 100 people,” Ms Wolf said. “544 people today is a fantastic result for a Friday meeting outside of the holidays. The day reflected what we are really about which is providing a great day out in a relaxed environment.” The next race to look forward to at the charming country racecourse is the Publicans Day on the Wednesday, February 13. “What sets us apart from all our counterparts is we like to have a theme for our race days,” Ms Wolf said. All smiles: trainer Dean Krongold and jockey Mar“Most of the pubs from South Gippsland come along [for Publicans Day]. We have pub tables and for $25, we put on fin- tin Seidl couldn’t stop grinning after their impresger food, admission, race book and we run a punters competition sive win at Stony Creek Racing Club on Friday.

Woolamai Cup off and racing By Gavin Stubbs WITHOUT doubt in any sporting event and perhaps even more so in racing, it is the pivotal decisions at pivotal moments that can so often define the difference of victory or defeat.

Split second decision making, the heartbeat moment of when to make your move or when to wait, when to use guile and stealth or when just plain luck may play its part. These are just a fraction of the multitude of thoughts that await participants this coming weekend as the field lines up for the running of the Alex Scott and Staff Woolamai Cup, the flagship race for the club and one of the most anticipated events on the picnic racing circuit each season. The Cup carries a long tradition and rich history that started well before the years of

the Second World War (19391945) and continues to this day, developing into a highly sought after and prestigious prize. The Woolamai and District Race Club is over 150 years old and has seen many top horses, both at metropolitan and provincial level, grace the course during its time. One such tale revolves around a horse named Wollamai, who carries a strong Phillip Island connection and went on to win the 1875 Melbourne Cup. Trained on the property that is currently Woolamai House at Cape Woolamai, the horse was the pride of captain John Cleeland, who came from Ireland in 1840. Cleeland had a strong love of racing and would often walk his horses to Flemington to race, which he did with Wollamai. Arriving a few days before the Cup was run, the horse went on to write itself into the history books that year and reportedly provide owner and trainer Cleeland with a small fortune off the Cup win.

Close finish: in a Woolamai Cup thriller, Rileys Rocket and jockey Courtney Pace won the major event in 2018. Photo credit: PicnicBet.com In recent years, the race has attracted quality fields and produced some ripper finishes. Four of the last five Cup winners have prevailed by a mere short half head, causing the judge to work overtime as he desperately sought to find a margin that would split the place getters. In 2016, it was the Mornington stables of Bec Waymouth who took home the Cup

with Keep Happy. Trained by Bec and with mum Debbie having the race day reins, Keep Happy was patiently and perfectly ridden, playing a waiting game back in the field before coming with a withering burst of speed to reel in the others and snatch the win. Reflecting back to last year and it was the Pakenham trained Rileys Rocket

and champion Bendigo rider Courtney Pace who combined for an outstanding win. Utilizing dash and dare, Pace was able to navigate a path to the finish line before gaining the slenderest of ascendancies over the concluding stages to surge home in the final bound. The performance was a masterclass in big race riding and proved that tactics are always at a premium.

Once again, the club will have one of the country’s finest race callers in Adam Olszanski to call the seven-race card. Adam has called approximately 18 Woolamai Cups in the past and commented that he is looking forward to adding another to the list. Race club president Rob Carmichael has had a long association with the Woolamai Club and was anticipating another exciting day on Saturday. “The Cup is something we look forward to each year and it should be another outstanding meeting. The track, in spite of recent hot conditions, looks in superb order and the race itself should attract a quality field. The club has put in a lot of work into preparations and we are hoping to build on the success of our Cup days in past years,” he said. Whatever the outcome on Saturday, it will be the cumulation of a lot of planning, a fit horse and a confident rider that will go a long way to determining victory and etching a further name into the Woola-

mai Cup history books. With the running of the Woolamai Cup meeting this Saturday, the Transport Accident Commission will be in attendance and have a breath testing station in place along with giving away water to drink and encouraging people to stay hydrated. Buses will run from Cranbourne and Inverloch with stops along the way and bookings are essential (0407 343 930). The bus will also run from Cowes (5952 2500) and is all a part of encouraging people to have a wonderful day out and not have to worry about driving home. Pockets the Clown, face painting and a jumping castle are added attractions to help keep the little ones entertained along with an action packed seven race-card. During the course of the day there will be various prizes such as vouchers and flowers given to people who the judges determine are appropriately dressed for a day at the picnic races.

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Cann steers Red Caps’ win Convincing win for C Grade JAMIE Cann led Nerrena to victory with a ton against Korumburra on Saturday. Korumburra had set a challenging target of 219, which Nerrena was determined to chase down. A slow start to the innings had Korumburra looking hopeful. Cann was sixth on Nerrena’s batting order and brought it home for the Red Caps. He was not out at the end of the innings. James Kelly offered a handy 71 runs before he was run out. Thomas Sorrell came away with Korumburra’s best bowling figures, taking 2/32. The other wicket taker was Paul Dixon. Nerrena won the day with a final tally of 4/235. Wonthaggi Club secured a comfortable win over Town on Saturday. Club had gone into bat first the previous week and – with a fine 70 runs from Shaun Tessari – had made 246. Town’s innings fell flat with Ned Hanily top scoring with 14 runs before he was bowled by Matt Sharp. Sharp claimed two wickets for the day. Daniel Preston and Anton Shields each contributed 13 runs to the tally. Clinton Ballagh added 12 runs. Club bowlers Nicholas Dobbie and Stewart Beaumont shortened Town’s innings by taking 3/15 and 3/20 respectively. After 65.1 innings, Town was all out for 131.

In a top of the table battle, Phillip Island chased down OMK’s score of 142 on Saturday. Phillip Island batsman Kevin Taylor opened well with 69 runs. This turned out to be the top score. Taylor was caught by Murray Gow, bowled by Michael Kyle. Captain Liam Keating gave a strong performance and contributed 67 runs before he retired. Kyle was OMK’s top performing bowling, claiming 3/38. The other wicket was taken by Nicholas Wylie. Phillip Island claimed the points with a score of 5/203. Phillip Island remains on top of the ladder, now several games ahead of OMK. Inverloch had its work cut out for it when it went in to defend 84 against MDU on Saturday. MDU Captain Tyrone Zukovskis led the charge to victory with a top score of 43 runs. He was caught by Nathan Brayley, bowled by Mitchell Woods. Phillip Allen, Jai Bright and Paul Vine made 21, 23 and 22 runs respectively. Cameron Butler had Inverloch’s best bowling figures, taking 2/50. MDU declared with a score of 3/115. Inverloch opened a second innings and Patrick Harmer made 51 runs. MDU bowlers Jason Riley and Zukovskis took two wickets each. Inverloch made 5/106.

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OMK earns its spot in top four OMK maintained its position in the top four after defeating Phillip Island on Saturday. Playing at home at Digger Park, OMK had chosen to bat first and set the target at 225 the previous week. Phillip Island’s Carl Muscat started the innings well with 41 runs. Steve McIntyre, captain John Johnston, Thomas Niven and Wade Paterson kept the innings fairly consistent, making more than 20 runs each. However, OMK’s efforts were enough to steal the points. Paul Green had OMK’s best bowling figures with 3/30. Two wickets were taken by David Jefferies. OMK surrendered the match with a score of 8/169. An impressive innings from Glen Alvie last week produced a comfortable win against Korumburra on Saturday. Glen Alvie had made the most of its home ground advantage and accumulated a score of 4/230. Nick Arney turned a slow innings around for Korumburra, making 54 runs before he was caught by

Kyle Davidson, bowled by Darcy Hale. Ben Witton top scored with 61 runs before he was stumped and sent back to the shed. For Glen Alvie, Vijai Gopal and Davidson claimed three wickets each. Other wicket takers were Lachlan McRae, Jarrah Standish, Beau Hull and Hale. After 58.3 overs, Korumburra was all out for 181. Young bowler Harry Hoekstra had Wonthaggi Club on its toes when he claimed six wickets last week, but Club still managed to rise above Koonwarra/LRSL Blue on Saturday. Club had finished its innings with 9/178. Blue’s opening batsman Anthony Hunt top scored with 37 runs before he was caught by Alan Ray, bowled by Jarvis Harvey. Lochie Smith contributed 27 runs to the tally. Harvey claimed two wickets for Club. Other wickets were shared between Kevin McLean, Matrix Chisholm, Sean Roche, Sam Liddle and Justin Licis. Blue wrapped up its innings short, all out for 146. Koonwarra/LRSL Gold and Kilcunda Bass squared off in a one day match at the Bass 2 oval on Saturday. Kilcunda Bass won the toss and went in to bat

Premier A

Premier B

MIRBOO North has its work cut out for it, competing in a tough two day match against Morwell. Mirboo North is playing with the home ground advantage on the turf. Although winning the toss, Mirboo North opted to field first and sent Morwell in to set the pace of the match. Morwell played a strong innings with opening batsman Mark Cukier making 82 runs. He was caught by Callum Polo, bowled by Ryan Murray. For Mirboo North, William Cheatley had the best bowling figures with 3/70. Two wickets were taken by Jed Alexander. Mirboo North will chase 8/302 this Saturday.

Mirboo North yielded to an in form Willow Grove side on Saturday. Playing at Willow Grove Recreation Reserve, Mirboo North won the toss and went in the bat first. Christopher Anders top scored with 62 runs. Steve Rogers and Justin Blair contributed 32 and 34 runs respectively. Willow Grove’s top bowler was Joshua Coombs, who took 4/21. Mirboo North was all out for 160. A whooping 118 run stint from Brody Hams won the day for Willow Grove. Hams was not out at the end of the innings. For Mirboo North, wickets were taken by Rogers and Peter Grima.

Willow Grove produced a winning total of 2/161.

C Grade An underwhelming innings from Newborough Blue resulted in a win for Mirboo North. Blue’s Andrew Bremner produced the top score of 10 runs. He was bowled by Chris Gilmore. Gilmore took out 3/9. Another three wickets were claimed by Max Woodall. Blue was all out for 66. Justin Cook and Woodall swooped in to win the game. Cook made 28 not out and Woodall retired with 24 runs. Logan Anders and Tom Cannizzo rounded off the innings with four and two runs respectively. Paul Goyne tooke Blue’s only wicket. Mirboo North declared with a score of 1/69.

Goannas abandon Island reps selected for Victoria Country squad match

THE Veterans Cricket Victoria heat pol- PHILLIP Island’s Patrick Ryan and Keith icy rules require games to be abandoned Robinson were recently selected for the if the temperature is forecast to be higher Victoria Country U18 basketball side. Basketball Victoria released the team selection than 36C. As a result of this, the game between the Gippsland Goannas and the Canterbury Over-60 Cricket Club, due to be played on Sunday at Yinnar, was been cancelled. The Goannas next game will be an away game against the Sunbury Over-60 team next Sunday, February 10. Practice will continue at the Glengarry nets on Wednesday from 4.45pm and at Maffra on Friday from 4.30pm. first. Andrew Thomas top scored with 31 runs before he was bowled by Paris Buckley. Buckley claimed and impressive 3/6.Campbell Riseley and Jake Rockall took out two wickets each. Kilcunda Bass was all out for 62. Rockall made 36 not out to ensure a win for Gold. Nigel Grimes contributed 16 not out. For Kilcunda Bass, wickets were taken by Max Grant and Tarkyn Dann. Gold won the day after just 16 overs with a score of 2/73.

on Wednesday. They will be heading to Townsville in April for the first national competition of the year. Set to rise up the ranks in 2019, the Victoria Country U18 men have a great mix of experience and developing talent in its midst. The mix of top age and bottom age experience is set to benefit the high flying squad. Victoria Country U18 men’s head coach Lucas Allen said the side has plenty of multifaceted players ready to take on the best in Townsville. “Every year at this time it is exciting,” Allen said. “We’re all full of confidence and energy ahead of our campaign starting – the opportunity to get to work every weekend with the best athletes that Country Victoria has to offer never gets old. “We believe we have selected a team that is versatile, highly skilled and can play at a fast pace. “There is no player within our team who is pigeon-holed into only being able to play a single position which is certainly exciting.”

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Leon Turf Inv Turf Cowes Won Turf

T. Rogers J. Schelling M. Heenan G. Goss

Grade A2 Foster Won Miners Koon L/RSL Leon Town

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Poowong Loch Imperials MDU Bye

K. Scrimshaw FGC WFG A. Stride Koonwarra L. White

Grade B1 OMK Korumburra Won Club MDU

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Nerrena Leon Town Phillip Island Koon L/RSL

Outtrim Kor Turf McMahon Meeniyan

Grade B2 Kilcunda Bass Glen Alvie Poowong Loch

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Foster Inverloch Won Miners

Bass 1 B. Bek Glen Alvie N. Barnes G. Wightman Loch

Grade C1 Nerrena Leon Town OMK Inverloch

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MDU Phillip Island Won Club Korumburra

Nerrena Scorp Pk 1 Digger Pk Tarwin

TBA TBA TBA G. Parkinson

Koon L/RSL Blue Glen Alvie Kilcunda Bass OMK

Rhyll Mary MacK Kor Sec C Won Sec C

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A. Jordan I. Thomas N. Grabham G. Wyatt

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’Burra fall to the Island MAX Royal’s impressive 121 haul ensured Phillip Island was not outdone by Korumburra on Saturday.

Royal’s stint had Phillip Island defending a tally of 290 on Saturday. Korumburra started strong with opening batsman Trevor Allen making 44 runs before he was dismissed by James Blackwell. This ended up being the top score, with Dale Wyhoon, Matthew Allen and Aaron Brinksma later contributing 21, 29 and 23 runs respectively. Blackwell showcased the strongest bowling performance, claiming 3/21. Zach Brown and Clint Wilson stole two wickets each. Korumburra lost momentum and was unable

to catch Phillip Island. It was all out for 174 off 64.2 overs. OMK overpowered Koonwarra/LRSL on Saturday. Koonwarra/LRSL went into day two of the match with a big task ahead, needing to defend 151. OMK rose to the occasion with Jacob Lamers adding 58 runs to his tally. He was eventually caught and bowled by Kevin Thorne. Alex Rose accumulated a handy 32 runs before he was bowled by Adam Drury. Drury had a day out, picking up 4/27. Chelsea Moscript and Nick Arnup took out two wickets each. However, OMK was comfortably able to overtake Koonwarra/LRSL to claim the points. OMK

went home with a score of 215. Wonthaggi Club continues to sit firmly on top of the ladder after securing a win against Town. Club had stepped up to bat first and had made 255. A slow start put Town at a disadvantage, but Ashley Hickey was determined to put a decent score on the board. Hickey accumulated 45 runs before he was trapped LBW by Lochlan McLean and adjudged out. Captain Matthew Smith and Jacob Harris added 26 and 20 runs respectively. However, five wickets from Heath Dobbie dashed Town’s hopes. Two wickets were taken by Fraser West. After 54.4 overs, Town was dismissed for

Challenge: Chelsea Moscript of Koonwarra/LRSL put the pressure on OMK and claimed two wickets.

141. Town opened a second innings with Sam Embuldeniya making 25 not out. Club bowler Drew Herbert showed no mercy, taking 4/11. Town played 20 overs and made 4/48. A 74 run stint from Nerrena’s Ashley Harrison allowed the Red Caps to steal the points from MDU. Nerrena successfully chased down 9/185 with a score of 7/193. Harrison opened Nerrena’s innings and was eventually caught by John Phillips, bowled by Samuel Benra. Cameron Baudinette rounded off the innings with 38 not out. Benra claimed five wickets and two fell to Ben Cantwell. However, Nerrena was not to be slowed and came away with a victory. TOWN def by WON CLUB 1st innings Won Club 255 1st innings Town T. Cashin c. D. Herbert b. H. Dobbie .......................4 S. Fixter lbw. b. J. Brann ........0 M. Hardy b. H. Dobbie ..........9 J. Dean c. J. Sheerin b. D. Herbert .......................2 A. Hickey lbw. b. L. McLean ....................45 S. Browne b. F. West ............11 M. Smith c. b. H. Dobbie .....26 R. Edwards c. M. Davey b. F. West.............................2 J. Harris n.o...........................20 S. Embuldeniya c&b. H. Dobbie ..................1 L. Kleinert c&b. H. Dobbie .................0 Extras ...................................22 Total....................................141 Bowling: J. Brann 1/36, F. West 2/29, D. Herbert 1/12, H. Dobbie 5/6, B. Evans 0/5, L. McLean 1/30, E. Dempsey 0/7. 2nd innings Town J. Harris c. B. Osborne b. D. Herbert .......................8 J. Dean c. B. Osborne b. D. Herbert .......................1 S. Browne c. b. Osborne b. D. Herbert .......................2 M. Hardy c. L. McLean b. D. Herbert .......................6 S. Embuldenija n.o. ..............25 A. Hickey n.o..........................4

Strong stint: Alex Rose contributed to OMK’s win over Koonwarra/LRSL with 32 runs. Extras .....................................2 Total.................................. 4/48 Bowling: D. Herbert 4/11, J. Brann 0/8, L. McLean 0/15, B. Evans 0/8, H. Dobbie 0/5. KOONWARRA L/RSL def by OMK 1st innings Koon L/RSL 151 1st innings OMK S. Matthews c. B. Tomada b. C. Moscript ...................10 K. Kerr c. J. Moore b. B. Tomada.....................25 A. Busana c. D. Chilcott b. N. Arnup .........................8 B. Nation b. A. Drury .............8 A. Rose b. A. Drury..............32 D. McMeekin c. C. McPhee b. N. Arnup .......................20 J. Lamers c&b. K. Thorne ....58 J. Greenwood c. K. Thorne b. C. Moscript ...................18 P. Harper lbw. b. A. Drury ....14 N. Auddino n.o. ....................10 R. Dixon c. C. McPhee b. A. Drury ..........................1 Extras ...................................11 Total....................................215 Bowling: C. McPhee 0/9, C. Moscript 2/46, J. Moore 0/11, K. Thorne 1/48, N. Arnup 2/24, A. Drury 4/27, J. Pickersgill 0/6, B. Tomada 1/17, D. Chilcott 0/11, B. Manicaro 0/13. NERRENA d MDU 1st innings MDU 9/185 (cc) 1st innings Nerrena A. Harrison c. J. Phillips b. S. Benra ........................74 H. Funnell c. J. Phillips b. S. Benra ........................27 J. Collins c. b. S. Benra ..........8

S. Helms c. b. S. Benra...........2 N. Trotto b. B. Cantwell .........0 S. Murphy c. M. Hoober b. S. Benra ........................16 C. Baudinette n.o. .................38 J. Collins c. J. Phillips b. B. Cantwell ...................16 Extras ...................................12 Total................................ 7/193 Bowling: S. Benra 5/33, B. Cantwell 2/36, M. Hoober 0/29, C. Hoober 0/44, J. Phillips 0/18, D. Howard 0/20, C. Olden 0/9. PHILLIP ISLAND d KORUMBURRA 1st innings Phillip Island 290 1st innings Korumburra T. Allen b. J. Blackwell ........44 T. Crocker c. J. Blackwell b. Z. Brown .........................4 D. Wyhoon c. C. Wilson b. J. Blackwell ..................21 P. Dunlevie lbw. b. J. Blackwell ....................0 M. Allen c. G. Odgers b. Z. Brown .......................29 J. Celebrine stp. B. Insall b. C. Wilson ........................8 J. Whiteside c. B. Insall b. M. Forrest .....................16 M. Patching r.o. ......................0 J. Petrie c. G. Odgers b. C. Wilson ......................10 C. Mileto b. R. Nagabhiru ......0 A. Brinksma n.o. ..................23 Extras ...................................19 Total....................................174 Bowling: M. Forrest 1/27, R. Nagabhiru 1/25, Z. Brown 2/29, A. Tolley 0/38, J. Blackwell 3/21, C. Wilson 2/29.

Runs: OMK’s Justin Greenwood played a role in the victory over Koonwarra/LRSL.

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Foster outplay Poowong Loch and top scored with 38 runs. He was bowled by Dalton ClearihanJervies. Geoff Birnie contributed 19 runs. Other wicket takers for Foster were Paul Poowong Loch’s Jervies with 2/24 and bowlers had Foster un- Clearihan-Jervies with der threat, dismissing it 3/27. after 38.2 overs with 150 Poowong Loch was runs. all out for 139. However, the Foster Foster opened a secbowlers were out for re- ond innings with David venge and Shaun Chasel- Thornell making 45 ing managed to cut Poo- runs. wong Loch’s innings Poowong Loch’s Jesshort by eliminating out se Patullo claimed two its bottom order. wickets. Chaseling claimed Foster played 35 4/16. overs and made 6/132. For Poowong Loch, Wonthaggi Miners captain Matthew Han- fell short of its goal with cock continued his form 224 on Saturday. Inverloch had set the from the previous week

DESPITE a strong bowling performance, Poowong Loch failed to defeat Foster on Saturday.

target at 6/279. Miners’ Gerard Kent opened with the top score of 60 before he was bowled by Dean Cashin. Fifty two runs were contributed by Ben Walsh. Cashin produced Inverloch’s top bowling figures with 4/36. Three wickets were taken by Shaun Hayes. Miners were unable to keep up and surrendered the points to Inverloch. Kilcunda Bass won outright against Glen Alvie on Saturday. Glen Alvie was overpowered by Kilcunda Bass the previous week. Glen Alvie was held to just 43 runs and Kilcunda Bass managed 1/46 be-

fore the end of the day. Kilcunda Bass continued its innings, resulting in a winning total of 5/126. Darcy Clay top scored with 35 runs before he was caught by Sam Watson, bowled by Dean Williams. Captain Ray Gardiner had opened with 32 runs. For Glen Alvie, wickets were taken by Josh Thomas, Josh Hamilton, Williams, Tom Otton and Wayne Luke. Glen Alvie opened a second innings and Williams made 20 runs. Kilcunda Bass bowlers Rohan Duff, Ryley Duff, Kadison Duff, Chris Peckett and Shaun Tapscott each claimed

two wickets. Glen Alvie made 61. FOSTER d POOWONG LOCH 1st innings Foster 150 1st innings Poowong Loch N. Hancock lbw. b. D. Clearihan-Jervies ... 10 R. Bardwell lbw. b. P. Jervies....................... 1 G. Birnie r.o........................ 19 M. Hancock b. D. Clearihan-Jervies ... 38 J. Patullo lbw. b. P. Jervies ... 4 B. Hall c. B. Busuttil b. D. Clearihan-Jervies ... 10 C. Loughridge c. B. Busuttil b. S. Chaseling ................. 8 J. Patullo n.o......................... 1 T. Twite b. S. Chaseling ..... 15 T. Sheedy b. S. Chaseling .... 0 S. McKinnon b. S. Chaseling ................. 2 Extras ................................ 31 Total ................................. 139 Bowling: P. Jervies 2/45, D. Clearihan-Jervies 3/27, K. Davy 0/21, S. Roffey 0/13, W. Davy 0/4, S. Chaseling 4/16.

2nd innings Foster L. Ireland b. M. Hancock ..... 2 D. Thornell b. J. Hibbs b. G. Birnie..................... 45 S. Roffey b. J. Patullo ........ 18 T. Garvey b. J. Patullo .......... 6 S. Chaseling c. R. Bardwell b. J. Patullo....................... 0 B. Busuttil b. T. Sheedy ..... 14 D. Clearihan-Jervies n.o. ...... 7 P. Jervies n.o......................... 0 Extras ................................ 40 Total .............................. 6/132 Bowling: M. Hancock 1/38, J. Hibbs 0/25, G. Birnie 1/2, J. Patullo 2/27, T. Twite 0/13, J. Patullo 1/5, T. Sheedy 1/10. GLEN ALVIE def by KILCUNDA BASS 1st innings Glen Alvie 43 1st innings Kilcunda Bass R. Gardiner c. J. Thomas b. P. Roberts ................... 32 S. Tapscott lbw. b. J. Hamilton ................... 0 A. McBride c. D. Williams b. J. Thomas ................... 23 M. Khan c. S. Lowe b. W. Luke ...................... 22 D. Clay c. S. Watson

b. D. Williams ................ 35 J. Bastwrous n.o. .................. 3 K. Duff n.o. .......................... 0 Extras ................................ 11 Total .............................. 5/126 Bowling: J. Thomas 1/12, J. Hamilton 1/37, D. Williams 1/22, J. Burke 0/11, T. Otton 1/23, W. Luke 1/13. 2nd innings Glen Alvie P. Roberts c. R. Gardiner b. R. Duff ......................... 1 S. Watson c. M. Khan b. R. Duff ......................... 1 S. Lowe c. J. Bastwrous b. R. Duff ......................... 8 D. Williams c. R. Duff b. C. Peckett ................... 20 J. Tiziani c. R. Gardiner b. K. Duff ......................... 6 J. Ha,milton c. R. Duff b. K. Duff ......................... 2 D. Tiziani c. R. Duff b. C. Peckett ..................... 4 J. Burke n.o. ....................... 13 J. Thomas n.o. ...................... 0 T. Otton b. S. Tapscott.......... 0 W. Luke lbw. b. R. Duff ....... 0 Extras .................................. 6 Total ................................... 61 Bowling: R. Duff 2/16,

R. Duff 2/14, H. Berry 0/11, K. Duff 2/9, C. Peckett 2/4, S. Tapscott 2/6. WON MINERS def by INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch 6/279 (cc) 1st innings Won Miners G. Kent b. D. Cashin .......... 60 J. O’Reilly c. J. Dennerley b. E. Cousins .................. 28 B. Walsh stp. J. Dennerley b. E. Cousins .................. 52 W. Chapman b. W. Williams ................ 15 G. Peters b. S. Hayes............ 3 D. McGuirk b. D. Cashin ... 12 D. Harris c. E. Cousins b. D. Cashin...................... 5 N. Thatcher c. E. Cousins b. D. Cashin...................... 6 C. Honeysett n.o................. 26 A. Hall b. S. Hayes............... 2 B. Maguire b. S. Hayes ........ 1 Extras ................................ 14 Total ................................. 224 Bowling: L. Anderson 0/34, W. Barker 0/28, S. Hayes 3/49, D. Cashin 4/36, W. Williams 1/30, E. Cousins 2/38.

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OUTTRIM MOYARRA KONGWAK 9/476(CC) DEF GLEN ALVIE 331 NERRENA 4/206 DEF KILCUNDA BASS 166 WONTHAGGI WORKMENS 4/131 DEF INVERLOCH 125 KORUMBURRA 7/171 DEF PHILLIP ISLAND 169

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• LDCA A Grade Division One

Korumburra win opens finals gate AT 6/156 chasing Korumburra’s 171 it looked like Phillip Island all the way but the Cobras had other ideas. The ‘Burra bowlers took the remaining four wickets in a 4/13 purple patch to defeat Phillip Island by two runs in a real thriller. Korumburra’s never say die attitude is why it is now very much in the running for a top four finish, being just four points behind both Phillip Island and OMK in a three way tussle for the final’s spots.

Chasing a meager 171, the Island didn’t start well with Lachie Cleeland out for five. But at least his opening partner Jack Keating kept the runs ticking over with 32. But with the star bat Eli Richards out for a rare duck bowled by the on fire bowler Brad Arnold the game was wide open. The middle order settled for the Island with Brodie Johnston making 35, Jona Watts 21 and Jarrod Black 44 and it looked like the Island was home. But with Arnold claiming a brilliant 6/48 and Scott Checkley picking up two late wickets its was Koru-

mburra home. A brilliant 107 by Daniel Diwell for Glen Alvie wasn’t enough to give the club a win against a mammoth 9/476 scored the week before by OMK. But Diwell’s knock which included no less than ten 4’s and eight 6’s meant Glen Alvie wasn’t just about to roll over and capitulate. Glen Alvie ended with 331 runs which was a great effort under the circumstances. Captain Dimithri Perera’s 87 was also entertaining while opener Rohan Slade scored 34. Ryan Williams and Jesse Van Rooye snared three wick-

ets apiece for the Diggers. Nerrena 4/206 had a pretty solid win over Kilcunda Bass 166. Stephen Leman claimed 3/56 for Killy Bass. Killy Bass was sent in again but managed to score 0/57 with Andrew Donohue 40 not out as stumps was declared. Wonthaggi Workmens was always going to get the 125 runs set by Inverloch the previous week. The Workers finished on 4/131, opener Sam Huitema scoring 22, Ryan Thomas finishing not out 72 and Ross Lovett making 23. It only took the club 43 overs to get the runs. Kit Rotthier

claimed two wickets for the Stingrays. OMK d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings OMK 9/476 (cc) 1st innings Glen Alvie S. Smith c. J. Serong b. J. Van Rooye ................ 1 R. Slade c. J. Serong b. R. Williams ................ 34 J. Smith c. J. Serong b. P. Dell ........................... 7 S. De Silva c. T. Wyatt b. N. Cant ....................... 15 D. Perera b. N. Cant ........... 87 J. Hull c. N. Cant b. J. Van Rooye .............. 17 P. Palmer lbw. b. R. Williams ................ 14 A. Hamilton c. b. R. Williams .................. 5 D. Diwell c. J. Paterson b. J. Van Rooye ............ 107 D. Hales c. D. Mock

b. N. Creed ..................... 12 B. McRae n.o. .................... 16 Extras ................................ 16 Total ................................. 331 WON CLUB d INVERLOCH 1st innings Inverloch 125 1st innings Won Club S. Huitema lbw. b. L. Rankin.................... 22 M. Thomas c. W. Rankin b. K. Rotthier.................... 4 A. Geyer c. W. Taberner b. K. Rotthier.................... 0 R. Thomas n.o. ................... 72 R. Lovett lbw. b. C. Honeyman ............. 23 K. Brann n.o. ........................ 4 Extras .................................. 6 Total .............................. 4/131 Bowling: L. Rankin 1/38, K. Rothier 2/32, W. Rankin 0/22, T. McQualter 0/16, D. Newman 0/17, C. Honeyman 1/5.

KILCUNDA BASS def by NERRENA 1st innings Kilcunda Bass 166 1st innings Nerrena D. Baldi c. D. McMahon b. S. Leman ...................... 0 L. Giliam n.o. ..................... 10 P. Matheson n.o. ................... 9 Extras ................................ 17 Total .............................. 4/206 Bowling: S. Leman 3/56, D. Bettles 0/40, J. Tregear 0/20, A. Donohue 0/39. 2nd innings Kilcunda Bass A. Donohue n.o. ................. 40 D. McMahon n.o. ............... 11 Extras .................................. 5 Total ................................ 0/57 KORUMBURRA d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Korumburra 7/171 1st innings Phillip Island L. Cleeland c. C. Arnold

b. B. Arnold ...................... 5 J. Keating c. P. Edwards b. S. Dole........................ 32 E. Richards b. B. Arnold ...... 0 B. Johnston c. S. Dole b. A. Dhaliwal ................ 35 J. Watts c. S. Dole b. B. Arnold .................... 21 J. Black c. C. Arnold b. B. Arnold .................... 44 G. Selby c. I. Osman b. B. Arnold ...................... 1 H. Shawcross lbw. b. S. Checkley ................ 12 T. Officer c. H. McNeill b. S. Checkley .................. 9 C. Keerthisinghe n.o. ........... 4 B. Christopher c. C. Arnold b. B. Arnold ...................... 0 Extras .................................. 6 Total ................................. 169 Bowling: E. Allaway 0/18, B. Arnold 6/48, S. Checkley 2/35, S. Dole 1/27, A. Dhaliwal 1/29, H. McNeill 0/8.

• LDCA A Grade Division Two

MDU win the close one over Tigers MDU batted solidly to score 4/219 to Home sides too strong get the points over 215. PLAYERS sweltered in the oppressive Foster Gerard Murphy heat during the final round of Gippsland couldn’t add to his overCricket League action last Sunday, with night score of 18 for Unitbut Darien Mathews the home sides of Sale-Maffra, Latrobe ed went on to make 43. Valley and Traralgon all registering wins. Nick Eddy’s 70 not • GCL Cricket

As predicted, the results will see Sale-Maffra play Traralgon for the title whilst the other associations will turn their eye to Country Week which begins in a fortnight’s time. At Briagolong, Sale-Maffra embarrassed Bairnsdale, in what was a match that did not even last a combined 30 overs. After winning the toss and sending Bairnsdale in, the Sharks were ruthless in their execution, eventually dismissing them for an appalling 43. The Sharks wasted no time in securing the win, bringing up the required total in less than five overs without losing a wicket. In the match at Glengarry, Traralgon booked itself a finals ticket, chasing down the 210 they needed against Leongatha. Leongatha openers David Newman and Sam Huitema got their side off to a reasonable start, putting on 50 for the first wicket before Huitema was dismissed. This brought Ben Perry to the crease, as he and Newman built a steady 78 run partnership. When Perry departed for 32, Newman soon followed for a well made 69. Throughout the middle order the Leongatha batsman continued to push the score closer to 200, with Jack Ginnane making 23 and Alex Geyer doing his average no harm with an unbeaten 27. Tom Shippen was the best performed bowler for Traralgon, taking three of the five wickets to fall. With the bat, Traralgon lost Frank Marks for a second baller, before Michael Stockdale and Jordan Gilmore combined for a 107 run partnership for the second wicket. In the finish, virtually all of Traralgon’s runs came from ex student players, with Stockdale (53), Gilmore (68), Jackson McMahon (27) and Lee Stockdale (26 not out) seeing the Tornadoes home in the 46th over five down. For Leongatha, Tim Wightman found some success with the ball, taking 2/44. A mighty 128 from Nathan Freitag saw Latrobe Valley to a win over Warragul at Peter Siddle Oval, in what was the new association’s second consecutive GCL win. Latrobe Valley was sent into bat after losing the toss. Seventeen year old Leo Connolly faced the new ball on debut, along with Freitag who ended up blasting four sixes during his whirlwind knock. With plenty of runs to be had, the Latrobe Valley middle order cashed in, with Churchill pair John Keighran (32) and Ryan Ayres (59 not out) both doing damage. Rhys Holdsworth was also amongst the runs, scoring a near run-a-ball 30 to see Latrobe Valley close at 6/290. To Warragul’s credit, the Wilddog’s made a decent fist of the run chase, scoring close to 200 before being bowled out with four overs to go. Ryan Harvey was statistically the best bowler for Latrobe Valley, taking 4-20, whilst Rhys “The Vulture” Holdsworth took 2-26. Having finished the GCL season in third position, Latrobe Valley will head to Country Week with a good deal of optimism in mind.

out was crucial in United being able to steadily accumulate the runs and with both Matt Olden 32 and Brett Thorson 40 able to stay with Eddy, MDU reached the target although it took the club 72 overs to get the victory. The win sees MDU cling to fourth spot on the ladder with 42 points in a neck and neck battle with Miners also on 42 points. Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL was able to defend its target of 171 bowling Poowong Loch out for just 117 on Saturday. Jim Rushton struck some early blows taking out both Matt Loader and Mitchell Adderley for ducks; Rushton on his way to good figures of 4/64. Jacob Bardwell pro-

vided the only real resistance for Poowong Loch making 71 runs and being the last wicket to fall for the innings. Jason Kennedy was the other handy bowler claiming 3/19 including a good caught and bowled of Bardwell to end the innings. Town collected the spoils and top spot on the ladder in the town rival match against Imperials as expected; Imperials 139 went down to the Scorpions 6/259. There were a number of good batting efforts from the Scorpions; Madura Madusanka’s 101 not out being the highlight. But also impressive was Sahan Perera’s 60 and Amila Ratnaike’s 52. Jack Hume ended 21 not out. For Imperials Jack Ginnane and Steven Hammill claimed two wickets apiece.

POOWONG LOCH def by KOONWARRA L/RSL 1st innings Koon L/RSL 171 1st innings Poowong Loch C. Knox c. B. Davison b. B. Moscript .................. 4 M. Adderley b. J. Rushton ... 0 M. Loader lbw. b. J. Rushton..................... 0 T. Potts c. J. Hughes b. T. Elliott ....................... 4 B. Nicholls b. J. Rushton ... 10 J. Bardwell c&b. J. Kennedy............. 71 A. Bardwell c. M. Cooke b. J. Rushton..................... 0

A. Jenkins c. J. Rushton b. B. Moscript .................. 2 B. Monson b. J. Kennedy ... 10 D. Brain lbw. b. J. Kennedy.................... 0 J. Knox n.o. .......................... 1 Extras ................................ 14 Total ................................. 116 Bowling: J. Kennedy 3/19, B. Perry 0/0, J. Rushton 4/54, B. Moscript 2/22, T. Elliott 1/18. MDU d FOSTER 1st innings Foster 215 1st innings MDU G. Murphy c. M. Lynch

b. R. Johnston................. 18 D. Mathews c. R. Johnston b. S. Cole ........................ 43 M. Olden c. M. Lynch b. J. Toner ....................... 32 N. Eddy n.o. ....................... 70 B. Thorson c. S. Cole b. F. Griggs ..................... 40 M. Martin n.o. ...................... 0 Extras ................................ 16 Total .............................. 4/219 Bowling: J. Bright 0/36, R. Johnston 1/45, F. Griggs 1/23, S. Cole 1/24, J. Toner 1/8, J. Weston 0/35, G. Watkins 0/24, J. Chaseling 0/15.

IMPERIALS def by TOWN 1st innings Imperials 139 1st innings Town P. Jayasinghe b. S. Hamill .... 6 S. Perera c. T. Sauvarin b. M. Lafferty ................. 60 A. Ratnaike c. R. Higgins

LDCA ladders A Grade Division 1 Won Club ........................ 116 Nerrena ............................. 90 Inverloch ........................... 86 Phillip Island..................... 72 OMK .................................. 72 Korumburra ........................ 68 Glen Alvie .......................... 48 Kilcunda Bass ...................... 0 A Grade Division 2 Town ................................ 108 Imperials ........................... 98 Koonwarra-L/RSL ........... 60 MDU .................................. 42 Won Miners ........................ 42 Foster.................................. 30 Poowong-Loch ................... 24 B Grade Division 1 Won Club ........................ 108 Phillip Island..................... 84 OMK.................................. 78 MDU .................................. 78 Koonwarra L/RSL.............. 78 Nerrena ............................... 60 Town................................... 30 Korumburra ........................ 12 B Grade Division 2 Inverloch ......................... 114 Foster................................. 92 Kilcunda Bass ................... 86 Glen Alvie.......................... 84

b. J. Ginnane .................. 52 M. Madusanka n.o............ 102 S. Clark c. T. Williams b. S. Hamill ...................... 0 D. Hume c. R. McLennan b. L. Rogers ...................... 4 D. Burge c. T. Williams b. J. Ginnane .................... 4 J. Hume n.o. ....................... 21 Extras ................................ 10 Total .............................. 6/259 Bowling: S. Hamill 2/79, J. Ginnane 2/72, Z. Price 0/30, D. Ginnane 0/15, T. Sauvarin 0/15, M. Lafferty 1/31, L. Rogers 1/9.

Poowong-Loch ................... 36 Won Miners ........................ 36 Imperials .............................. 0 C Grade Division 1 Phillip Island................... 114 OMK.................................. 98 MDU .................................. 80 Won Club .......................... 78 Korumburra ........................ 60 Nerrena ............................... 48 Inverloch ............................ 42 Town................................... 24 C Grade Division 2 Koon L/RSL Gold .......... 114 Glen Alvie........................ 102 Won Club ........................ 102 OMK.................................. 78 Phillip Island ...................... 60 Korumburra ........................ 42 Koon L/RSL Blue .............. 18 Kilcunda Bass .................... 12 Under 16 Town ..................................66 Korumburra .....................54 Won Club ..........................54 OMK..................................42 Inverloch ............................36 Koonwarra L/RSL..............30 Kilcunda Bass ....................30 Phillip Island ......................24 Foster....................................0

Giving his all: Imperials’ bowler Jack Ginnane claimed 2/72 from 24 overs including the wicket of Town’s Amila Ratnaike.

Good finish: Town’s Jack Hume made the most of his chances scoring 21 not out.

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