The Great Southern Star - January 14, 2020

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OUR HIDDEN TOLL Police plea for lives D EATH TOLL TOLL ON ON OUR OUR R OADS DEATH ROADS

In the 17 month period from January 1, 2018 to June 1, 2019, the likelihood of dying on South Gippsland Shire’s roads continued to rise, with almost one in 10 crashes

to be saved in 2020 THE danger on South Gippsland Shire’s roads has skyrocketed, with an almost one in 10 chance of someone dying in a car crash.

To put the number in perspective, both Bass Coast and Wellington shires are closer to one in 50.

Deaths aside, there have also been scores of injuries on our local roads, with statistics showing many crash

victims were hospitalised in the 17 months from January 1, 2018: Wellington (112), Bass Coast (81) and South Gippsland (58). “Thousands of Victorians are hospitalised following transport accidents every year. Tragically, in some cases, people involved in accidents suffer life-changing injuries such as an acquired brain injury or paraplegia, and require support for life,� the Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) Michael Nieuwesteeg told The Star.

The obvious dangers of driving in the country have led Monash University’s Dr Ben Beck to call for lower speed limits on rural highways.

Dr Beck, who is also the president of the Australasian Injury Prevention Network, said that “people living outside of major cities have nearly twice the rate of serious road transport-related injury compared to those in major cities. “The quality of the road, the road shoulder and ensuring the presence of appropriate roadside safety infrastructure is also critically important.�

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Hundreds of hay bales dot the countryside between Woodside and Toora, in stark contrast to the horrors of last spring and summer when farmers in Giffard and Woodside watched as daily windstorms whipped up their top soil and blew it away.

The difference in the past two seasons is like chalk and cheese. But it is not all good news, with some farmers at Giffard forced to put their stock on failed crops that were earmarked for harvest.

Robert Wight, beef and sheep grower at Woodside, managed to harvest around 450 round bales of silage and hay from his property this year. This time last year he was buying grain and hay.

“We sowed some annual ryegrass earlier this year and were fortunate to get a bit of rain to get it growing,” he said.

“If we hadn’t done that, we would not have been able to harvest any hay or silage off the place again this year.”

Mr Wight destocked heavily, selling half of his cattle and around half of his sheep, and has just finished shearing the 4500 sheep he has left.

“If we had not destocked, we would not have been able to harvest the amount of hay and silage we did either,” Mr Wight said.

“We had a poor conception rate last year. We were hand feeding at joining time and the sheep were in survival mode and just did not cycle so did not go in lamb. The yield from this year’s shearing is well down on previous years.

“But having said that, the sheep we still have are in great condition, as are the remainder of our cattle. We concentrated on our young breeders and this will pay off for us going forward.”

So far this year Mr Wight has had around 450mm of rain and 78mm in November “really kicked things along for us”, he said.

Hay and silage contractors, Thomas Haymes of Haymes Contractors, and Wayne Bowden of Bowden Agriculture Contracting, said the abundance of hay and silage in the local area was mainly due to farmers needing to destock over the long dry spell in the Woodside and Giffard areas.

Mr Haymes said he had done more silage than hay this year due to the season.

“Most farmers opted to do silage as the season dried off very quickly. In the Giffard area this was the case and if they hadn’t done silage they would have lost their crop,” he said.

“There was very little hay in the Giffard area.

Woodside fared much better and there was a lot around the Jack River area.”

Mr Haymes and his crew aim to roll approximately 15,000 bales of hay by the time they finish

the season.

“We have wrapped around 20,000 bales of silage as well. Normally we would do more hay than silage, but not this year,” he said.

Mr Bowden estimates his crew has made four times as many bales this season as last year.

“Without doubt the increase in this year’s harvest is due to farmers having to destock,” he said.

“While there are a lot of bales out in paddocks, not all got to harvest.”

Mr Bowden went half shares with a farmer at Giffard. They sowed 100 acres of seed and ended up putting sheep on it, such was the season.

“Jack River has been exceptional while Won Wron has been patchy. Some areas such as Woodside have got enough rain to keep things growing so they got a crop,” he said.

Alberton wind farm slammed

GIPPSLAND South MLA Danny O’Brien has criticised the State Government for its decision to approve a permit for the Alberton wind farm over the busy Christmas-New Year period, while Gippslanders were distracted by the bushfire crisis.

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FODDER JOY: Agricultural contractor Wayne Bowden says this harvest season is a stark contrast to last season, with most areas getting some hay or silage.

speak with property-owners who will be affected by the wind farm.

He said he was astounded to learn Planning Minister Richard Wynne had approved the permit just three days before Christmas and that local objectors weren’t notified until December 30.

“The proposed Alberton wind farm has been strongly opposed by hundreds of locals in the Mr O’Brien visited Gelliondale last week to Alberton, Gelliondale and Yarram areas, and yet the government is trying to sneak through its decision to approve it when most of Australia is shutdown,” he said.

“On top of this, many of the local residents are involved in their local CFA brigades and have been actively involved in strike teams fighting the fires in East Gippsland.

“To have the government try and sneak this announcement out at this time is just disgraceful.”

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“I’ve written to the minister calling on him to extend the time available for objectors to take the matter to VCAT given the timing of the decision,” he said.

“The very least the minister can do is extend the time to enable them to lodge an appeal at VCAT given he refused to meet with opponents and additionally refused to appoint a planning panel to allow residents to have their say.

“Myself and most of the residents objecting to the wind farm do not oppose renewable energy, but we think this is simply the wrong place for a wind farm.

“It is relatively closely settled with many small farms and rural lots, as well as being immediately adjacent to a Ramsar listed wetland area.”

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Our roads claim more lives CAR crashes in South Gippsland Shire have an almost one in 10 chance of causing a death.

VicRoads statistics reveal that from January 1, 2018 to June 1, 2019 – a period of 17 months – the South Gippsland Shire had a car-crash-to-deathratio of 9.61 per cent, far higher than Bass Coast “people living outside of major cities (2.21 per cent) and Wellington (2.53 per cent). have nearly twice the rate of serious Worryingly, the situation seems to have wors- road transport-related injury compared to ened in recent times, with 23 crashes in the first those in major cities”. five months of 2019 resulting in three fatalities.

“For crashes that occur in regional areas, In 2019, five people died on roads in South we know that speed is one of the key contributing Gippsland Shire, three in Bass Coast Shire and factors. We also know that the human body as a two in Wellington Shire. limited ability to tolerate crash forces,” he said.

Putting those “In a head-on colnumbers in the clearlision, a crash above est terms: a collision 70 km/h has a low during that time proprobability of survivduced an almost oneal. Therefore, where in-seven chance (or 13 we cannot implement per cent) of someone roadside safety meadying. sures, such as safety While the danger barriers to prevent of driving in the South run-off-road or headGippsland Shire seems on collisions, we must to be growing, death push for 70 km/h on country roads is speed limits. nothing new. Last year “The quality of the the toll in regional road, the road shoulVictoria jumped 33 per DANGER ROADS: People have a higher der and ensuring the cent: 145 people lost presence of appropritheir lives, and many chance of dying on roads in South Gippsland ate roadside safety Shire than in other municipalities. more were injured. infrastructure is also It’s the reason road critically important.” trauma researcher at Deaths aside, there has also been scores of Monash University, Dr Ben Beck, is calling for injuries on our local roads, with statistics showlower speeds on rural roads. ing that many crash victims were hospitalised in Dr Beck, who is also the president of the Aus- the 17 months from January 1, 2018: Wellington tralasian Injury Prevention Network, said that (112), Bass Coast (81) and South Gippsland (58).

“Thousands of Victorians are hospitalised following transport accidents every year. Tragically, in some cases, people involved in accidents suffer life-changing injuries such as an acquired brain injury or paraplegia, and require support for life,” the Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) Michael Nieuwesteeg said.

“It is impossible to quantify the psychological and emotional costs of such injuries on TAC clients and their families, and these effects are often magnified in close-knit regional towns such as those in South Gippsland.

“We can’t accept that death or serious injury is the price for using our roads, which is why we are investing more in road safety than ever before.”

It’s an investment Time to Fix Our Roads member Stacey Jones, of South Gippsland, would welcome.

Where people died on our roads from 2015-2019.

“The way I look at things, South Gippland’s roads are showing more pothole cracks and long grass that makes it hard to see what’s around the corner and roads that need to be cleaned of mould,” she said.

“Not to mention that a lot of trees at the sides of our roads need looking at. VicRoads and our council need to clean up before more deaths happen.”

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Community mourns Bill AN OUTPOURING of grief has flowed for a Glen Forbes man killed while helping to fight a bushfire in Victoria’s High Country.

Bill Slade, a husband and father of two, was working with Parks Victoria when he was hit and killed by a falling tree at Anglers Rest, near Omeo, while WELL RESPECTED: working to contain Bill Slade, a Parks Victoa fire on Saturday. ria employee of 40 years, The 60 year old was killed at Omeo on was a life member Saturday. of Kilcunda-Bass Football Netball Club who had played 200 games, and was a dual best and fairest winner.

A club statement described him as “above all a wonderful man and friend to many”.

Mr Slade was a field services officer at Parks Victoria’s Wonthaggi branch and had been presented with recognition for his 40 years of service to Parks.

“A much loved colleague, friend and member of the Wonthaggi community, Bill Slade will be sorely missed by Parks Victoria, and our thoughts are with his family, his wife Carol and children Ethan and Steph, his colleagues within South Gippsland, along with his community at this deeply tragic time,” Parks Victoria CEO Matthew Jackson said.

Bowled over by generosity BOWLERS from the Inverloch club took to the streets of Inverloch last week with an aim to raise $10,000 for the East Gippsland Fire Relief fund.

Inverloch Bowling Club past president and life member Jack Miller (back centre) generated a lot of interest for the impromptu fundraiser when he parked his impressive 1935 Albion fire engine in A’Beckett Street outside the newsagency last Wednesday.

He and other club members (L-R) Bryan Hensley and John Hallas rattled the buckets for bushfire victims.

They were blown over by the generosity of the people donating, including young donors (L-R) Ella Minniece, Melbourne and friend Caylee Adams, Bairnsdale, who visited Inverloch to escape the fires.

To donate, look out for the big red, vintage fire truck around Inverloch.

The club is also selling tickets for the Hoffmans concert on January 18.

Fisherman brings aid by sea MORE than 30 tonnes of pet food, fodder and other items left Port Welshpool on Wayne Cripps’ new fishing boat, the Charissa, for Mallacoota on Saturday.

Donations came from across South Gippsland, including Leongatha CFA and Gippsland Horse and Stock Safe, a grassroots organisation helping local people.

Once the Charissa reached Mallacoota, goods were transferred to a local abalone boat and a military amphibious vessel to be taken ashore.

“The horses in Mallacoota have been on a restricted diet and they are not in great condition,” Kelly Van Den Berg of Gippsland Horse and Stock Safe said.

“It was vital that we get some supplies into the area to help with this situation.”

She said the effort would not have been possible without the support of local businesses.

“BrownWigg have been taking donations for us. MG Trading has donated stockfeed and San Remo fishing cooperative has donated fencing equipment, and there have been many more,” Ms Van Den Berg said.

Leongatha CFA has collected donations and Toora’s Anna Hopkins has been helping coordinate the relief effort.

She wore her Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association jumper with pride as she wrapped up a pallet load of square hay bales.

“Many of our members have offered assistance through donations and offering agistment for animals,” she said.

URGENT HELP: Corner Inlet fisherman Wayne Cripps (R) loads his new fishing boat with essential items bound for Mallacoota, as part of bushfire relief.

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Farmers deliver fire relief Deb Lucas SOUTH Gippslanders have opened their hay sheds to donate fodder to bushfireravaged East Gippsland.

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Saturday, January 4 Monday, January 27 READY TO GO: Transport operators Luke Piddington and Dean Brett check their loads of donated hay prior to heading out on the hay convoy from Yarram. organised five truck loads of hay for the Need For Feed hay drive, travelling to the Orbost area.

Alberton’s Jenny Bland organised items to be sent to East Gippsland from the Yarram Trail Riders, and rallied Snake Island Cattlemen’s Association members to drive trucks to bring horses back to Yarram and Welshpool.

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Crews of Yarram-based staff from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning have been fighting fires, along with CFA volunteers from across South Gippsland.

Cath O’Meagher of Welshpool Post Office has been coordinating bedding and linen to go to Sale for distribution.

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Eighteen trucks and six utes and trailers full of donated hay made their way from Yarram to East Gippsland last Thursday.

The convoy was organised by the McAlpine family of Woodside and Brian Hall of Yarram to help farmers desperately needing fodder.

Mr Hall and North Gippsland Football Netball League president David Kyle were initially organising a hay drive for drought-affected areas of NSW, but when the East Gippsland fires broke out, they turned their attention to that region.

“We had organisations like Evan Petroleum donating fuel for the trucks to transport the hay and AKD timber mill also chipped in to lend a hand,” Mr Hall said.

“Some of those who donated hay spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to feed their own stock last year and yet were only too happy to donate a few bales to this effort. It’s just fantastic.”

Bowden’s Agricultural Contractors transported hay donated by local farmers, and livestock agents David Phelan and Simon Henderson have had more than 700 bales of hay given over a week.

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Hay rolls into Leongatha appeals “We’ve asked for donations of hay, but we’ve there or get in contact with us to pick it up some

Daniel Renfrey also opened up our bank accounts for those who time,” Mr Williams said.

For Mr Touzel, the donations reflect the caring THE Leongatha community continues to want to donate any money, which has been really well supported by local businesses like McCartin nature of the community. rush to the aid of East Gippslanders.

Optometrists and Benton’s Leongatha.”

Mr Williams, neighbour Marty Patterson, mate Matt Holt and other farmers donated about 380 rolls of hay and have another 380 ready to go.

“We’ve set up a hay yard at Simons Lane in Leongatha. We’re going to fence off a paddock there and if people have hay, they can donate it

“There’s a lot of people up there doing it hard and if we can support them in any way, that’s what it’s all about. That’s the Australian way of life,” he said.

If you would like to donate hay and or money, contact Mr Touzel on 0437 177 393 or Mr Williams on 0433 033 347.

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The Leongatha Lions Club and Leongatha’s Brenton Williams coordinated recent hay drives to the region.

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Community Grants

South Gippsland Shire Council News South Gippsland Australia Day Awards South Gippsland Shire Council would like to invite you to help celebrate the people and events that make our region great.

place to live. Our local Australia Day Awards provide a way for the community to nominate some of the people who go above and beyond.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South Gippsland Australia Day Awards will be held on Wednesday 15 January at 7.00pm in Memorial Hall, Leongatha. This year there are six Citizen of

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and three Young Citizen nominees.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;All nominees should be proud of their tremendous achievement. Receiving a nominataion is recognition that your community are proud and thankful for all that you do,â&#x20AC;? said Ms. Eisenbise.

Julie Eisenbise, Administrator of South Gippsland Shire is excited about the opportunity to recognise a few of our regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard-working community members. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many people who dedicate their time to various groups and organisations to help make South Gippsland a wonderful

The South Gipplsand Australia Day Awards will be held on Wednesday 15 January at 7.00pm in Memorial Hall, Leongtha. Everybody is welcome to attend.

For more information on other Australia Day events happening locally, please visit www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/australiaday

Applications for Community Grants Round Two close 31 March!

Community groups are encouraged to apply for grants up to $10,000 under the program.

For more information or assistance contact Council on 5662 9200 or grants@southgippsland.vic.gov.au

Submit your application at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/grants

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AUCTION ACTION: Koonwarra artist Meg Viney is supporting bushfire relief.

Art sale for fire relief

FRIGHTENING INCIDENT: An elderly man crashed his vehicle into a building in Inverloch’s shopping precinct last week.

Woman injured in freak crash The injured pedestrian, from Inverloch, was taken to hospital with injuries to her left arm and shoulder.

The elderly driver and his son, the only passenger, were not injured.

The man crashed his car into First National Real Estate’s display office building on A’Beckett Street.

The incident occurred at about 11am.

Owner of the Inverloch Esplanade Hotel, Dy-

POLICE BRIEFS Skateboarder dies in crash POLICE are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal crash in Anderson last Tuesday.

Investigators have been told a man was riding a skateboard on Phillip Island Road about 9.45pm when he was involved in a collision with a car.

Police believe a second vehicle travelling behind the first may also have hit the skateboarder.

Emergency services arrived a short time later but the rider, believed to be a man in his 50s, died at the scene.

The driver of the first car stopped and has spoken to police, but police are yet to identify the second vehicle or its driver.

The investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Both the victim and the driver are believed to be local.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has further information or dash cam footage is urged

to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic. com.au.

Car hits tree A MAN was taken to hospital after the car he was driving collided with a tree at Buffalo on Saturday.

The 61-year-old was from Club Terrace. The incident occurred on Meeniyan-Promontory Road at 11.40pm. Police believe he lost control of his vehicle. Police are investigating the cause of the collision.

The strangest part of the incident was watching another vehicle slip into the parking spot immediately vacated by the man.

“A red car seemed to just follow him in,” Mr Clark said.

Police believe the man was parking his vehicle when he mistook the accelerator for the brake.

No one was in the real estate building at the time of the incident.

Tourists and locals were left shocked by the crash.

Police, SES and CFA volunteers remained on the scene as engineers assessed the structural integrity of the damaged building, which had a sizeable hole in the side of it.

The street was closed to traffic until after 2.30pm. Semi-permanent fencing was constructed to protect pedestrians on the busy strip.

THE Mirboo North community has donated essentials items to the East Gippsland community of Goongerah, hit by bushfire.

A four-wheel drive and trailer packed with $4000 worth of human and animal medical kits, water, fuel cans, face masks, animal feed, pickets, plumbing parts, and food arrived in Orbost last week, to be sent north to Goongerah.

Donated items were collected at Mirboo North Scout Hall, Mirboo North Hardware and Mirboo North Newsagency.

The Mirboo North community bonded with Goongerah residents when both communities campaigned for their local forests to be saved from logging.

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Driver fined A WOMAN was fined $330 after police caught her driving at 117km/h in a 100km/h zone.

The 72-year-old from Fish Creek was intercepted by Foster Police on Foster-Promontory Road, Foster.

She also incurred three demerit points. The incident occurred at 6.22pm on January 6.

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Matt Dunn A WOMAN was taken to hospital after being hit by a car that mounted the footpath and crashed into a building in Inverloch last Tuesday.

lan Clark, witnessed the accident from the top floor of the building, which sits directly opposite the crash site.

“There was a yell or a commotion. I turned and that’s when I saw the car on the nature-strip. It was going pretty quick,” he said.

“I got someone else’s attention, but by the time she turned to look he’d ploughed into the building.

He hit one girl who tried to evade him. It looks like she got knocked to the ground pretty bad.

“The ambulance picked her up. She was in a fair bit of distress and seemed to be in shock. It was lucky there weren’t any kids or elderly people walking along there at the time.”

Mr Clark said it seemed the man’s foot was stuck on the accelerator, as he did not engage his brake at any time.

KOONWARRA artist Meg Viney will auction art to raise money for bushfire relief.

The 35 works will be auctioned at her home, 5 Kangaroo Rise, Koonwarra, this Saturday, January 18 at 2pm.

The works will include her fibre artworks, as well as paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures from other artists.

To find out more, contact Meg on 0400 048 247.

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POLICE BRIEFS

PROBLEM SOLVED: Critical Incident Response Team police ended a siege in Fish Creek last Wednesday.

Youths cautioned

A MOUNTAIN bike was found in the Tarra Valley area on January 8 and handed into Yarram Police.

TWO teenagers were cautioned by Foster Police If anyone has lost a bike in that area, or knows after stealing from a Foster store on January 7. of anyone that has, they can contact Yarram Police The 13-year-olds stole property from Glennâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on 5182 5033.

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Local shop-keepers recognised them from surveillance footage from the sports store.

Lights on please The youthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; parents brought them into the poYARRAM Police are urging motorists to lice station and the stolen property was returned.

Kayaker found safe

TAKING THE HONOURS: The ďŹ rst baby born in South Gippsland in 2020 is yet to be named. The boy was born on January 1 at 1.57am at Wonthaggi Hospital, and is being cuddled by siblings Flynn Dennis, 8, and Asha Dennis, 10. The family is from Inverloch.

Stay in the know SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is encouraging residents to sign up to In The Know, an online newsletter that provides fortnightly council updates, with a chance to win a double pass to the Stadium 4 Cinema in Leongatha.

The e-newsletter has been updated recently to cover more of what may be of interest to community members, including whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on, opportunities to have your say, council decisions and more.

By receiving the fortnightly reminder, those registered never miss an opportunity to be heard and know how to connect within their community and be involved.

Council administrator Julie Eisenbise wanted to ensure that people knew they could register for In The Know as a way to stay up to date with council goings-on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In The Know is just one way that our community members can connect with us. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just council decisions; it also includes upcoming events and opportunities to get involved in projects that may be of interest,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Past community satisfaction surveys have indicated that community members have felt out of touch with council activities in the past. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Signing up to In The Know can help solve

this problem with regular advice on whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening at the moment.â&#x20AC;?

To sign up for In The Know, visit www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/intheknow Winners of the double passes to Stadium 4 Cinema will be drawn at random on Friday, January 31 and announced on councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page.

The winners will be notiďŹ ed via the email address they register with. Those already subscribed will be included in the draw.

New editions are released every fortnight on a Thursday. Those who register will receive a welcome email and a copy of the most recent edition.

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He was paddling to Norman Point at approximately 3.30pm when his kayak ďŹ&#x201A;ipped up to 300m oďŹ&#x20AC;shore.

A witness called emergency services but the A MAN was arrested after a siege at Fish Creek 48-year-old Northcote man, an experienced kaylast Wednesday.

Police from Foster, Leongatha and Inver- aker who was wearing a life jacket, was able to loch attempted to arrest a 49-year-old man in the swim to shore.

The Police Airwing attended and located the grounds of the Fish Creek RSL at 1.30pm.

The man, who was known to police, had been kayak two kilometres from shore. living in the Fish Creek area in a small bus and had two outstanding warrants for his arrest.

When police attempted to arrest the man, Camera located he took refuge in his bus, along with two GerFOSTER Police are appealing for man shepherd dogs which were thought to be the owner of a camera found to come aggressive.

The man refused to leave his dogs and police forward.

The camera in a black case was found outside were unable to convince the man to surrender.

Police from the Victoria Police K9 unit and the a shoe shop in Main Street, Foster, on Thursday.

The owner can claim the camera upon Critical Incident Response Team were called from description.

Melbourne to Fish Creek.

Specialist police entered the bus by about 7.30pm and the man was arrested after being Driver to face court sprayed with capsicum spray.

He was taken to the Wonthaggi Police Station A MAN will be summonsed to Korumburra Magand remanded in police custody to appear at the istratesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Court at a later date after driving while unlicensed.

Korumburra Magistratesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Court the next day.

The 40-year-old from Foster was intercepted On Thursday, he was further remanded in custody to appear at the Korumburra Magistratesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Foster Police at 9.30pm Saturday in Station Road, Foster for a routine licence check.

Court on January 30.

Police found his driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence had been susHe was charged with numerous oďŹ&#x20AC;ences including fail to answer bail, make threats to kill, pended due to losing too many demerits points.

He had also failed to inform VicRoads of his possessing prohibited weapon and breaching an change of address. intervention order.

The manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dogs were unharmed and impounded by South Gippsland Shire Council. Steps are Bike discovered being taken to get the dogs into a rescue shelter.

Man arrested after siege

Subscribe to In The Know to receive fortnightly updates on what is happening at Council and how you can get involved.

This is your chance to let us know what you think and provide your feedback.

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Family’s escape from paradise Authorities called people to the town’s wharf.

They said the fire was approaching but everyone “HOPEFULLY the next holiday will be was still safe. Campers were directed to return when they heard emergency services’ sirens – the at some boring hotel.” signal for when the fire was closer.

That’s the wish of Inverloch teenager Connor The blaze was anticipated to hit Mallacoota Maher after his family’s adventure of a lifetime. between 1am and 4am on Tuesday (New Year’s The Mahers were at the East Gippsland holiday Eve), but at 7.30am, the sirens summoned town of Mallacoota when bushfire tore through campers. the community on New Year’s Eve. Fortunately, the Mahers had enjoyed a restful They then joined approximately 1000 others in sleep in their caravan, although Connor slept in the first of two evacuations by the Royal Austra- his tent and was splashed by people hosing their lian Navy, in the biggest relocation of people in caravans and tents.

Australian history.

“There was ash falling and it was dark and it Connor, with his father Adam, mother Michѐle, was 7.30 in the morning,” Connor said. sister Rosita, 10, and dog Juno, spent 30 hours on The Mahers sought refuge in the town’s cinboard the navy vessel HMAS Choules in Bass ema with many others, uncertain if their car, caraStrait until they landed at Hastings in Westernport van and tent would survive the flames.

Bay. Inside the cinema, the only light came from What was intended to lamps powered by be a relaxing family holigenerators. day in a caravan by the “I was more excited beach turned into a harthan scared. It felt like the rowing fight for survival fire was coming slowly amidst a bushfire – one and if there was trouble, of many to grip Australia then we would go into this summer so far. the water if we needed to.

For 13-year-old ConPeople had gone out in nor, the experience had their boats for the night,” all the makings of a teenConnor said. ager’s wildest adventure.

For five hours the “Our New Year’s Eve Mahers huddled in the Connor Maher celebration was chasing a cinema. The screening police helicopter and seeing it of movies distracted the anxland,” he said. ious crowd, which included many children, and The Maher family travelled to Mallacoota the family kept in touch with relatives by mobile on Friday, December 27, anticipating a relax- phone. ing week at the foreshore camping ground with “You could see ash falling through the lights friends Kristine Daniels and Brian Borowsky of of the movie being beamed from the projector and South Melbourne.

I was thinking, ‘Gosh, how close is this fire?’”

Initially setting up at a campsite near the bush, Michѐle said. the Mahers shifted away from the trees after the “People weren’t panicking, which was great. first fire warnings.

The kids managed it amazingly. I’m really proud “We were told about the fire on the Monday of them. They were not freaking out. afternoon after we got back from the beach,” Con“The best time for me was when they said nor said. the fire front had passed. It was a huge relief.”

“That day we could see a plume of smoke. It Beyond the cinema, ash covered the forest floor, was really high. It was pretty big and it started bushland had been denuded with only blackened glowing,” Michѐle said. trees remaining, and smoke hung in the air.

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There was ash falling and it was dark and it was 7.30 in the morning.”

ON THE WAY: The Maher family aboard the naval vessel HMAS Choules en route to Westernport Bay from Mallacoota, (L-R) Connor, Michѐle, Rosita and Adam.

The bushfire had razed the town to the south, west and north, and around Bastion Point and Betka Beach Road. Flames had raced towards Gypsy Point, before surrounding the Top Lake and continuing into New South Wales.

Upwards of 60 houses were burnt, but luckily no lives were lost in the town.

The community, including the Maher family, gathered for a belated New Year’s Eve party at the Mallacoota pub.

Their holiday excitement was not to end after the fire had passed.

On Wednesday, New Year’s Day, the Mahers learnt anyone who wanted to leave would be evacuated by the Royal Australian Navy, with the road out of Mallacoota and the Princes Highway potentially closed for weeks due to the risk of trees falling.

The Mahers registered to leave on the HMAS Choules that sailed from Sydney. On Friday, January 3, their time to leave Mallacoota had come.

Evacuees were bussed to the boat ramp at Bastion Point where they boarded boats dispatched from the HMAS Choules and were blessed with calm seas for the 10 minute voyage to the ship offshore.

The boat motored to a ramp inside the hull, arriving at 11.37am. The ship did not set sail until

6.45pm, with approximately 1000 evacuees on board.

“We were quite lucky because we got the junior sailors recreation room and slept on couches and had a movie screen,” Connor said.

The evacuees were free to wander, and passed the time by watching movies and sleeping.

“I was a little bit sick but I spent a lot of time on deck. It was cold and I just huddled up and listened to music,” Connor said.

Queues for meals were long and evacuees were fed naval fare such as fish’n’chips, tortellini, party pies and chicken schnitzel. Rosita was impressed by the offering of soft serve ice-cream.

“I’ve got a good story to tell my friends,” she said.

Juno and other dogs remained on the vehicle deck, to the delight of the sailors.

Initially the ship was to dock at Port Welshpool but continued on to Hastings, where evacuees were taken to Somerville Recreation Reserve.

There, the Mahers were met by Adam’s brother Simon. He brought them home to Inverloch, where they arrived at 7.30pm Saturday, two days after they had planned to return.

The Mahers are yet to learn when they can travel to Mallacoota to collect their car and caravan.

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YOUR SAY

Email your letter to: letters@thestar.com.au

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DRIVE SAFELY: If you love your car, don’t risk losing it by flouting road rules and putting lives at risk. Photo: Victoria Police.

Don’t add to the road toll IT’S the knock on the door no-one wants to get.

There must be nothing more devastating than opening the front door to the sight of police officers bearing grim faces who then deliver even more grim news.

No-one wants to hear that their loved one has been killed in a car accident on our roads.

But families living in South Gippsland are more likely to receive such a visit from police.

The Star this week reveals that people have a greater chance of dying on roads in South Gippsland Shire than in adjoining Bass Coast and Wellington shires.

People involved in a car crash in South Gippsland Shire have an almost one in 10 chance of dying as a result.

According to VicRoads, from January 1, 2018 to June 1, 2019, the South Gippsland Shire had a car-crash-to-death-ratio of 9.61 per cent, way above Bass Coast (2.21 per cent) and Wellington (2.53 per cent).

In the first five months of 2019 alone, 23 crashes resulted in three fatalities.

Last year alone, five people died on roads in South Gippsland Shire, three in Bass Coast Shire and two in Wellington Shire.

While these statistics are confronting, they also pose a critical question: Why? The answers, it seems, are not clear.

Speed is known to be a major factor contributing to fatalities. With long distances between destinations in South Gippsland, there is no doubt people travel fast.

Add to that the many winding, narrow roads in South Gippsland Shire due to the hilly terrain, and the chances of not taking a corner increase.

It’s so easy to give in to the temptation to check text messages while driving.

There is ample advice out there about how to reduce your risk of a collision, but ultimately it is a driver’s choice as to whether or not they heed that advice. It really can be that simple.

We all have a responsibility to drive to survive.

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The Star reserves the right to edit all letters for length and style. Writer’s details, including full name, address and phone number (not for publication), must be included.

AUSTRALIA is known as a generous nation with warm and caring people, but these last few weeks Australians and, in particular, my constituents in the electorate of Gippsland South have gone above and beyond in response to the East Gippsland bushfire crisis.

I have been astounded and overwhelmed by the passion and generosity of the people of Gippsland in supporting their brothers and sisters in the east.

Whether it has been community organisations coordinating donation points, local business people organising hay drives or just everyday citizens spontaneously taking donations to informal relief centres, Gippslanders have responded incredibly.

We have also seen dozens of people open their homes to provide accommodation for bushfire victims in an informal billet system that has gladdened hearts across the country.

So many people have stepped up, whether it’s our service clubs, businesses providing financial or in-kind support such as trucks for hay and other goods or many individuals doing their own thing to help – this has been a wonderful united response.

While this doesn’t surprise me because I know the people of Gippsland South have generous hearts, it is important that everyone’s contribution is recognised.

I have been in East Gippsland and have seen some of the devastation and I know that the people there are extremely grateful for the support they have received from other parts of Gippsland and across the country.

Of course, at the peak of those doing the heavy lifting are our wonderful CFA volunteers who have come from across the state alongside our professional emergency services staff and many hardworking public servants helping to coordinate the response.

Unfortunately this crisis is far from over and there will be more support needed over coming months. If you want to help, the best way now is to make a cash donation to one of many charities, but most particularly the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (www.gerf.org.au).

On behalf of all those affected and to everyone who has played their part, I say very sincerely, thank you for your efforts.

Danny O’Brien, Gippsland South MLA.

Administrators are delivering I REFER to the letter, “Sign the petition”,

by Susan Davies in The Star, January 7.

Ms Davies, a former parliamentarian, elected through the democratic process, should know better than to imply the current governance of council under government administrators is a dictatorship.

She is very contradictory in saying that governments and administrators may try to pretend that they’ll only take notice of the ancient and archaic form of written petition, ignoring social media, and then goes on to say that the recent petition signed online by more than 1300 residents resulted in the ridiculous Local Laws amendments being ditched.

These proposed amendments were ditched by the three council administrators at the latest council meeting – democracy in action.

While I was in support of keeping the last lot of

COUNCIL MESSAGE THE start of 2020 has been an absolutely terrible time for all of those affected by the unprecedented bushfires burning right across the state.

I have been blown away recently by the overwhelming generosity of our local communities.

The Wonthaggi CFA amassed over 150 pallet loads of goods over one weekend, which is an incredible effort.

Thanks to the huge number of donations already received, we are encouraging people to hold off on donating goods and food for the time being.

Relief centres are overwhelmed by donations, diverting resources away from critical tasks.

Instead, one of the best things we can do now

THANKS FOR GIVING: Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien has thanked the community for helping with fire relief in East Gippsland. South Gippsland farmers and businesses joined together to provide a convoy of hay that left Leongatha last week. councillors and mayor, who I believe were a pretty good bunch, the decision to dump council was obviously hurried up by the resignation of a few self interested councillors who had their own agendas.

I say to Ms Davies, the decision to sack council was a democratic process pursuant to the Local Government Act. Barry Gilbert, Walkerville.

Coastal issues need thought SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has outlined some issues to be tackled with the Coastal Strategy – Yanakie, Waratah Bay, Sandy Point - such as no water supply, coastal erosion and rising sea levels and flooding.

The shire needs to consider how we can counter these negatives. This paper attempts to provide some talking points.

Firstly, at Yanakie the shire has rezoned a parcel of land near the Prom gates for a resort. The second issue facing Yanakie is a lack of a suitable water supply. Already Yanakie suffered from a water shortage over the summer of 2018-2019. This has an impact on the council managed caravan park in Foley Road and the broader area.

South Gippsland Action Group would like to suggest we encourage residential growth in the area. It is estimated that around $3 million is needed to bring water from Foster to Yanakie.

If we allow for developers to pay for headworks charges to bring infrastructure to an area, say at a rate of $10,000 per lot, then we need 300 lots to secure a water supply for Yanakie. These new lots could be at the end of Foley Road at Yanakie or elsewhere along the route of the pipeline.

A new sewage system could be considered if small lots were created. Alternatively they could be larger self sufficient lots for waste disposal.

At Waratah Bay there is a sewage service but no water supply. Council has also recognised a potential flooding problem with Gale Street from rising sea levels. The solution: allow the property owner north of Iluka Avenue to develop perhaps 30ha and create a new access road by extending McLeod Road.

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is offer financial assistance, which can be directed to a number of different organisations, including the State Government’s appeal (www.vic.gov.au/ bushfireappeal) or the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (www.gerf.org.au/donate).

I have been buoyed by the enthusiasm and willingness to support our neighbours and it has been fantastic to see that Bass Coast’s generous community spirit has shone through.

I applaud our local volunteers and emergency service professionals who have lent a helping hand during this tough time, often leaving their own families and spending time away from home to help others.

Council staff have also stepped up and headed over to East Gippsland to help in this incredibly stressful and busy time.

Members of our communication and engagement, building and emergency management teams have headed over to assist and we will continue to work with our Gippsland neighbours on a coordinated response to the ongoing fire activity.

Of course, while fires are not affecting us directly, we have been experiencing some very smoky days, which can have some health implications.

The best way to avoid the smoke is to stay indoors with the windows and doors closed. It’s also a great idea to limit physical activity.

Please also to remember to check in on those members of our community, including kids, older people and pregnant women, who may be adversely affected by smoky conditions.

The headworks charges can be used to provide the new 2.5km of road and water line. If we consider that it is readily possible to have 15 lots per hectare, we can create an extra 300-plus lots at Waratah Bay and improve services and safety.

This would give two access roads instead of just one as at present, plus water to the town. The water could be extended to Sandy Point if it was brought to Waratah Bay. The council Coastal Strategy has not considered the opportunities that can be grasped to solve problems. Ask council for some discussions on the options open to the shire.

Lindsay Love, South Gippsland Action Group.

Bushfire appeal launched THE State Government has launched a new fund dedicated to helping Victorians impacted by the bushfires.

Established in partnership with the Bendigo Bank Community Enterprise Foundation and the Salvation Army, South Gippsland the new Victorian BushShire Council’s fire Appeal will provide Julie Eisenbise. practical support to people.

The funds will help to meet the most urgent needs of families, covering the cost of everything from a grocery shop to replacing school uniforms.

The appeal will also help address the most immediate priorities of communities, including the rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife.

South Gippslanders are also able to give to the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund.

“It speaks volumes to the spirit of our community that so many people wanted to help without hesitation,” South Gippsland Shire Council chair administrator Julie Eisenbise said.

“At this stage I encourage everyone to heed the advice from all the agencies and give money if they can. If they can’t give money then I suggest holding local fundraisers rather than sending more goods that will have to be stored.

“If people really want to give goods – particularly things such as tools and electrical equipment – can I please ask that you hold onto them at home until we get advice about where to send them.

“This advice will probably come over the next few weeks as assessors are able to access areas where the fire has been.

“We also need to be aware that giving goods does not provide the boost to affected businesses that monetary donations will. Particularly in areas that won’t have a strong tourism season, those businesses will rely on local spending to stay afloat.”

Some South Gippsland Shire Council personnel have been working in the control centres and emergency relief centres.

To make a donation to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal, visit vic.gov.au/bushfireappeal To make a donation to the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund, visit www.gerf.org.au

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Show celebrates country life Daniel Renfrey WONTHAGGI was abuzz when the annual Bass Coast Summer Agricultural Show took place at the recreation reserve on Saturday and Sunday.

Events from equestrian, dog scrambles and art exhibitions to wood chopping were held, with many members of the Wonthaggi and surrounding community enjoying the entertainment.

“It’s so multi-faceted, it has a little bit of everything,” one of the show’s organisers, Rosemary Loughnan, said.

“The atmosphere of the show had a great feel to it and it’s one of the best I’ve helped to put together.”

Those who were part of the big crowd which attended were treated to a range of show food and entertainment, but also had the chance to donate to a good cause.

With bushfires taking a toll on so many com-

munities in 2019 and 2020, the show organisers encouraged visitors to donate to bushfire-affected communities in East Gippsland and raised $855.

“We had a very good turnout and it was a good opportunity to be grateful for everything we have in this part of the country and to also help those who have been affected by the fires,” Ms Loughnan said.

All-in-all, the show was a success and the community thoroughly enjoyed it.

“To bring an event here to this town is important, especially for the children,” Ms Loughnan said.

“It gives them a chance to see the show rides, showbags, to see the animals. It’s great for everyone.”

With 2020 a success, the 2021 show will already be marked down on plenty calendars.

While the main show was held on Saturday, Sunday was an equestrian day only.

The 2020 Bass Coast show junior personality winners were (L-R) junior show girl Poppy * More show photos on page 37.

Leihy, mini show girl, Scarlett Da Costa who is holidaying at Cape Paterson, winner junior

show exhibitor, Matthew Gray, related to Wonthaggi’s Scott family, teenage show girl Bianca Verdugo, Millgrove and kinder and pre-school boy Riley Collier of Leongatha. They were thrilled with their sashes and prizes presented on Saturday in Wonthaggi.

(L-R) Heidi Stewart and Ava Stewart, formerly of Leongatha and now Queensland, and Lachlan Burge of Koonwarra enjoyed the sideshows.

The donkey feature at the Bass Coast Show attracted a lot of interest in Wonthaggi on Saturday and Boolarra competitor Rosemary Ferretto was awarded first in the working mule section by judge Ruth Walker of Bendigo.

Katrina Luxford of Bass and her horse Betar Sequel won champion led part bred registered (L-R) Taylah Bourke, Harley Bourke, Maddy Bourke and Daniel Lewis, of Wonthaggi, addgelding. ed character to the ute section.

Heather Hassett of Woolamai won best exhibit in cookery with her plum pudding.

TEAM EFFORT: The Bass Coast Flyball team enjoyed competing at the Wonthaggi show on Saturday.

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Inverloch CFA marks 75 years INVERLOCH CFA is hoping to receive more members in the wake of the East Gippsland bushfires.

Inverloch is one of many local fire brigades to LOOKING BACK: Jennifer Young said contribute volunteers to the ongoing crisis and is Foster is welcoming past and present residents and visitors to join in the town’s 150th hoping media coverage of the fires could inspire people to become volunteer firefighters. year celebrations.

Foster to celebrate 150th anniversary FOSTER is ready to celebrate 150 years worth of history.

Jennifer Young, who is working with the Foster 150th committee, said 2020 would be a busy year.

“With events being held each month, the town is anticipating many past residents returning to celebrate being part of this history-rich and vibrant region of South Gippsland,” she said.

For event details, see the Facebook page, Foster Celebrates 150 Years. Jennifer said the celebrations would kick off this Saturday at 11am, with an exhibition opening and book launch.

“The Foster Museum will open Foster 18702020 and welcome Andrew Foster, great grandson of William Foster - after whom the town is named - to open the display of artifacts, photography and memories,” she said.

Russell Broadbent MP will address visitors.

The catered event will also have live music.

“After the formal book launch visitors will have the opportunity to purchase the new Pavements to Streetscape, a catalogue of various highlights from the last 25 years,” Jennifer said.

On Saturday, January 25, Foster Secondary College will host a centenary reunion from 10.30am, with a Walk Through the Decades, followed by a reunion dance in the evening. For more information, visit www.trybooking.com or phone the college.

At 3pm a time capsule, buried in Foster in 1977 by the then Governor of Victoria Sir Henry Winneke, will be opened.

“Descendents are welcome to take home their treasured part of nearly 250 letters and documents unseen for 43 years,” Jennifer said.

The brigade held an open day and dinner on Saturday to celebrate its 75th anniversary, and members were presented with service medals.

“We are hoping to develop more membership and gain some exposure for our community engagement and firefighting,” Inverloch CFA captain Steve Forrest said of the reasons behind the open day.

“We have a job for everyone to do, from operational firefighting and strategic support to administration roles.

“We are lucky to be a good, community-focused team.”

At the open day, visitors inspected the station and trucks, and enjoyed a free barbecue.

The history of the Inverloch Fire Brigade goes back to the Country Fire Brigades Board, the forerunner of the Country Fire Authority (CFA).

The CFA took over Inverloch Fire Brigade in 1944 and it became Inverloch Rural Fire Brigade.

The first elections were held in 1945 with R. Kirk elected captain and R. Stockdale, P. McGarvey, L.G. Wills and T. Winall named lieutenants.

The brigade had neither station nor truck, and water was hauled on a private vehicle owned by Clive Newton.

In 1954, the empty rocket shed became a temporary base for the Austin tanker the brigade had bought in the late 1940s.

On September 15, 1954 an emergency water supply was donated to the brigade by the foreshore committee and installed at the rocket shed.

A building at 30 A’Beckett Street was built and opened in 1959, and it has been extended over the years.

In early 1970s, the brigade experimented with a junior fire brigade and attracted many local lads.

They trained every Sunday and competed with other brigades in winter competitions.

GO ALFIE: Inverloch CFA captain Steve Forrest shows Alfie Jelbart, two, and his mum Trish Jelbart, of Inverloch, how to work the fire hose at the brigade’s open day on Saturday.

Allen Miles become captain in the mid-1970s Mr Miles was captain until 2010 when he died. and pursued a new station, which was built next to Allan Williamson took over until Steve Forrest asthe old station and opened in 1978. sumed the captaincy last year.

The current station opened in 2010 and new Inverloch CFA attends approximately 160 vehicles were acquired over the years. calls per year.

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Smoke haze causes concern Chris Green from Mitre 10 said they sold out of dusk masks quickly and had placed orders for more, “But we don’t know when they will arrive as the warehouse has also been depleted of supply because of the high demand everywhere,” he said.

On Sunday evening and Monday morning last week, rain fell across the region and those on tank water found their water had been tainted with smoke.

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the Monday,” Mr Green said.

“You just cannot predict these things.”

Yarram pharmacist Garry Wakeling had a rush on over the counter emergency medication from people affected by smoke.

“There were a lot of people asking about masks as well, but we don’t stock them and we were recommending the ones the authorities were suggesting,” he said.

Dave Bansal from Foodworks Yarram experienced high demand for drinking water and was confident he could meet customers’ demands.

Wellington Shire Council has supplied suggestion to help minimise contamination of tank water: • Divert or disconnect your water tank’s catchment pipe. Cover any open inlets, including the strainer.

• If you are away, have someone organised to disconnect your tank for you.

WATER RUSH: There has been a big rush on bottled water in Yarram over the past week • Monitor the bushfire. If there is ash on your after water tanks became tainted with smoke following rain. Dave Bansal, from Foodworks car, it will be on your roof too.

Yarram has been kept busy, keeping up with the demand.

• Leave the tank isolated until the fire is out.

• Wait for rain to wash your roof and flush the collection system. Check the run-off is clear of ash.

• Reconnect the collection pipe or switch off your diverter.

• Check water before you drink.

• Tank water is a private water supply and owners are responsible for replacing water even if it’s something out of their control.

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ILLUMINATING MAN: Paul Savage is man who loves to have a project. His latest project is creating unique and distinctive lamps from timber grown in the hardwood plantation he owns with wife Clara.

Artist grows, then creates IT is one thing to plant a hardwood Paul said.

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WITH smoke haze from the East Gippsland bushfires blanketing Yarram district for most of last week, locals were rushing to buy dust masks, breathing inhalers and water filters after many water tanks became tainted with the smoke.

It is another to create unique furniture from the plantation you have nurtured and watched grow.

That’s exactly what Yarram’s Paul Savage is doing now, some two decades after he and wife Clara found their special piece of land, planted 7000 hardwood seedlings and watched them grow.

Now, according to Paul, those hardwood trees are ready to leave his place, and make a home in someone else’s as pieces of furniture.

Paul, with the unwavering support of Clara, started making lamps with the timber from the plantation.

The hardwood trunks are carefully and skilfully hollowed out and crafted to make the bases for lamps.

“Hollowing of the tree trunks is key to making his larger works portable, practical and unique,”

most often made from found objects.”

After creating a few lamps, Paul decide he would see if anyone liked his lamps, so he enter into the Fringe Furniture Festival and to his amazement he won a prize.

“I take it from this award that some people like them,” he said.

Paul is now in the early of promoting, using another of his many talents: creating his own website.

“Since the Fringe Festival, I have had a lot of people enquire about having a lamp made. Many want outside lamps, as well a few commission, one off works,” he said.

See his website, www.thewoodery.com. au where you can read his story and see his creations.

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Bushfire Response — Australian Defence Force Reserve Call Out For the first time in Australia’s history, Australian Defence Force (ADF) Reserve Brigades have received a Call-Out Order of Reservists: Operation BUSHFIRE ASSIST 2019-2020.

At the request of the Australian Government the Governor General, His Excellency General, (Retd), the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC has issued the Call Out Order.

The Call Out will see up to 3000 predominately Army Reservists deployed to help State Agencies throughout the fire affected areas. The majority of Reservists who have been called out come from the Australian Army’s 2nd Division, 4 Brigade, 5 Brigade, 6 Brigade, 9 Brigade, 17 Sustainment Brigade and the broader ADF Community.

With skills in professions including engineering, medical, logistics and transport, Reservists will support agencies in responding to the current bushfire emergency in New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia.

The priority for those involved will be to assist in ensuring the safety of life, support the evacuation of affected people, provide assistance to communities and support State-managed evacuation centres.

Reservists currently supporting the fires are exempt from this Call Out. For more information about exemptions please visit www.defencereservessupport.gov.au

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If you have been called on to provide support, you will be notified by a letter or through your chain of command.

Your Reservist employee will have information for you.

The Reserve Call Out is compulsory.

Your service is protected under the Defence Reserve Service (Protection) Act 2001. This means your employer must release you from your civilian employment.

You will be employed under continuous full time service with all entitlements.

If your Reservist employee is subject to the Call Out, you do need to release them unless a valid reason can be provided. Please call the Unit point of contact in the information your Reservist will provide to you.

To assist with the costs associated with the absence of your employee during this period you can apply to receive payments under the Employer Support Payment Scheme (ESPS).

Families wanting information or advice can contact The Defence Community Organisation 24/7 Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608 or 1800 801 026.

Both Reservists and the Employers of Reservists can contact 1800 DEFENCE (1800 333 362) or www.defencereservessupport.gov.au should they have any queries relating to the support available to them as a result of the Call Out. Defending Australia and its National Interests www.defence.gov.au DPS:JAN001-20

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Australia Day in South Gippsland Here’s your chance to thank volunteers SOUTH Gippsland will commemorate volunteers who have served their communities at a special Australia Day awards ceremony tomorrow (Wednesday).

South Gippsland Shire Council will hold its annual awards ceremony at Leongatha Memorial Hall from 7pm.

The event will see the presentation of the titles of citizen of the year, event of the year and young citizen of the year.

Nominees for the citizen of the year are:

Anna Hopkins, Toora.

ANNA is a long-time Toora local whose passion and enthusiasm has helped to bring people together in the form of a new community group, the Toora Community Action Team.

Anna rallied the community, resulting in the creation of a team that is now a tight-knit group that has had success in its first two years.

Thanks to Anna’s hard work, the Toora community has a successful Christmas decoration competition, now in its third year;

a member of the Corner Inlet community.

As owner/operator of YEP gallery in Foster, Anne promotes the work of local painters who work with earth pigments.

Previously she was a volunteer curator at Fish Creek Hotel ArtSpaces where she sold more than $25,000 of work by local artists.

Anne has been a volunteer and committee member of Stockyard Gallery, a committee member of Prom Coast Seachange Festival and was involved with the Foster and District Agricultural Show for 18 years, including 10 years as chief shed steward.

She has also voluntarily contributed her talents as an editor to local history publications.

Recently Anne opened Cow Cow café in Foster and is in the process of transforming the former bakery in Toora, which houses a historic wood-fired Scotch oven. This project will enhance the streetscape of Toora.

Earlier this year Anne was able to harness social media to campaign on behalf of The Royal Standard Hotel in Toora in response to the Airbnb Country Pub Project.

Many people, enAnne Roussac-Hoyne, couraged by the campaign on Facebook, Foster. nominated the Royal ANNE is a passionate Standard Hotel which advocate of the arts and became one of five a freshly refurbished town information rotunda; the beginning of a new town plan; town events and exhibitions; and many future projects to put Toora back on the map.

Not only is Anna the president of the action team, she is also a member of the Snake Island Cattleman’s Association, Toora Primary School Parents and Friends Association, and is a school council member.

She shares her time between all of these groups while working as a diesel mechanic, running a farm and being a mum to two children.

Anna has a strong work ethic and a “can do” attitude which has enabled her to get positive results from her involvement in community projects and activities.

She is well respected and liked in the community and the results of her work with the action team are obvious to all who visit Toora.

winners from across Australia.

This has led to capital to refurbish the hotel accommodation, and local and national media exposure.

The initiative has boosted the sense of pride that Toora residents have in their town and typifies Anne’s commitment to her community.

Charlie Young, Stony Creek.

CHARLIE has been a member of Meeniyan Stony Creek CFA for 38 years.

During this time he has not only been a firefighter but has also taken on additional roles and responsibilities within the brigade, including training officer and junior development leader – a position he held for 34 years.

Charlie assisted strikes teams in 1994, 2004, 2005, 2006, three times in 2009, 2013 and three times in 2019.

Charlie also displays great pride in his local township of Stony Creek.

He is the vice president of the Stony Creek Mechanics Institute Committee of Manage-

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ment and has been a committee member for 25 years.

He voluntarily maintains the buildings and grounds and - with the support of his family - helps to organise the annual Stony Creek Community Christmas get together.

Despite never playing tennis, Charlie also maintains the Stony Creek Tennis Club court area and helps to ensure the entry point to town along the Great Southern Rail Trail is well presented.

Charlie was recently elected to the Stony Creek Recreation Reserve Committee of Management and is the current junior vice president of the Leongatha Angling Club – a group he has been a member of since he was a teenager.

In the past Charlie volunteered with the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard in Port Welshpool (for 14 years) where he held positions such as flotilla commander and deputy flotilla commander.

When the Port Welshpool Coast Guard Brigade was formed, Charlie was elected the inaugural brigade captain, a position he held until he resigned in 2012.

During his 14 years of service, he spent many weekends at the coast guard base on radio watch and assisting the public who required help.

Notable events included assisting in the evacuation of campers and hikers from Wilsons Prom in 2004; searching Corner Inlet and beaches for missing fishermen, divers and hikers on many occasions; and rescuing broken-down watercraft including - on one occasion - a Sydney to Hobart racing yacht.

Nadia Stefani, Fish Creek.

Congratulations to all of this year’s South Gippsland Australia Day nominees.

Please help us celebrate their achievements at our awards ceremony on: Wednesday 15 January, 7.00pm at Memorial Hall (followed by light supper)

NADIA loves Fish Creek and Fish Creek loves her right back.

A supporter of the South Gippsland Hospital, Nadia opens her garden to raise funds for the hospital and recently designed, sewed and sold 300 shopping bags made from recycled hospital theatre

wraps.

She is also a member of the Fish Creek Hall Committee and is one of the key drivers behind the annual January Op Shop Sale which raises approximately $25,000 each year.

Once the Christmas holidays are over, Nadia is also responsible for the op shop opening.

Nadia is the secretary of the Catholic Women’s League that supports the welfare of the Fish Creek community.

When locals are ill, injured or have had a death in the family, messages of sympathy, meals and funeral catering are organised by Nadia and her network.

She is also fundraising to return the Fish Creek Catholic Church to operational use.

Her efforts have seen $30,000 raised in the last 12 months.

As member of the Fish Creek Community Development Group, Nadia was pro-active in ensuring local coffee shops did not all close on the same day to ensure people were able to enjoy Fish Creek hospitality every day.

As a member of the Tea Cosy Festival Committee, Nadia’s links with the local community helps to foster collaboration between groups.

At the Fish Creek Football and Netball Club, she is involved in the weekly catering, club events and fundraising.

Nadia is also a supporter of the annual Biggest Morning Tea, raising funds to support cancer research and patients.

Nadia is a member of the South Gippsland Italian Social Club and encourages others to be part of this rich cultural group.

She is also a supporter of the World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms Association (WOOFA), supporting international youth experience working on Australian farms.

She and her husband Frank have hosted many young people; the most memorable visitor became her son-in-law.

Scott Cameron, Leongatha.

Tarnya Wilson, Meeniyan.

SCOTT has been a member of the Leongatha Community Garden for three years and has taken on the president role for the past 12 months.

Currently Scott is the apiary manager where he cares for the three beehives installed in the gardens, harvests the honey and teaches other garden members apiary skills.

The community gardens have become a healthy outdoor meeting place for the Leongatha community and much of this welcoming ambience is due to Scott’s contribution.

In addition to his work at the garden, Scott has been a member of the County Fire Authority for 20 years.

He has undertaken many positions and volunteered for strike teams, including those travelling interstate. He was awarded firefighter of the year in 2014.

He was also Life Saving Victoria’s regional officer for the Bass Division for five years and event coordinator for Clean Up Australia Day (Venus Bay and surrounds).

Earlier this year Scott assisted with the local Auskick program, helping 20-30 children learn football techniques.

He also helped to arrange an outing to an AFL game at the MCG where the children could play on the ground at half-time and showed their newly learned skills. He has been assisting with Junior Auskick for three years.

Due to Scott’s involvement with many community groups, he has a rare ability to bring them all together for a common cause.

This was evidenced at this year’s Daffodil Street Festival where Scott helped the organising committee to position the 80 stallholders on the day and took charge of traffic management.

THE list of positions Tarnya Wilson has held, or is holding, is extensive.

Tarnya helped to re-open the Meeniyan Tennis Club to form junior competitions and was responsible for the allocation of teams and courts.

She held committee positions for five years until 2012 and was also involved with the Mirboo North Tennis Association until 2010.

Other community positions held by Tarnya in the past include Meeniyan newsletter editor, Meeniyan Australia Day Committee member, Meeniyan Art and Craft Exhibition coordinator and Meeniyan Amateur Dramatic Society.

Currently, Tarnya is the treasurer of weight loss support group, Meeniyan Take Off Weight Naturally, the Meeniyan Progress Association and the Gippsland Singers Network.

She is also the current secretary/treasurer of the Meeniyan and District RSL and the Meeniyan Stony Creek CFA. As the main organiser of the Meeniyan ANZAC Day commemoration – a well-attended event that increases in popularity every year - Tarnya liaises with HMAS Cerberus to organise a catafalque party and guest speaker.

She also prepares the program for the event and liaises with Tarwin Valley Primary School to involve students, even rehearsing with them during school lunch time.

In addition, Tarnya organises the annual ANZAC and Poppy Appeals.

An accomplished singer, Tarnya has uses her talents to raise funds for good causes – not just locally but for disadvantaged people worldwide. This shows her true dedication to volunteering.

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Australia Day in South Gippsland First class events enrich the region SOUTH Gippsland has a rich a calendar of events; so much so that choosing the best one will present a challenge for Australia Day awards judges.

South Gippsland Shire Council will tomorrow night (Wednesday) announce the winners of event of the year in the shire.

The nominees are:

Southern Lights Festival, Korumburra.

THE inaugural Southern Lights was held in June 2019. Incorporating a festival and a ‘lighting up of Korumburra’s main street, the idea was to encourage people to embrace the cold and to connect with others.

It also aimed to strengthen Korumburra’s economic development by bringing visitors to the town and engaging businesses and the community.

The organising committee met this aim with more than 7000 people attending from as far away as Sydney, Canberra, Geelong, Melbourne and all corners of Gippsland. Highlights included an enormous bonfire, fire drums and fireworks.

The event was timed to coincide with the Loch Food and Wine Festival and organisers supported the Loch event so that visitors and locals would go to one event and then the other.

Schools and preschool were involved, with children participating in the lantern parade and other activities.

The entire exhibition shed was turned over to the Karmai Community Children’s Centre which meant children were entertained and the centre could generate income.

Funds raised from merchandise and stallholders’ fees will be used to support the 2020 event.

Local community groups and businesses were given a chance to be involved before out-of-town businesses were approached.

Community groups raised considerable amounts. Rotary operated a food van which raised $3000 in profit that will be returned to the local community; the Korumburra-Bena Football Netball Club ran the bar; and the Karmai Children’s Centre organised drinks and popcorn.

Other community groups raised funds by helping with parking, gate duties and other activities.

Local businesses and eateries also did well.

Mirboo North Italian Festa, Mirboo North.

THE Mirboo North Italian Festa is a celebration of Italian culture and the immigrants who have brought so much to the area and the nation.

The 2019 event attracted an estimated 15,000 to 20,000 people to Mirboo North. Visitors came from far and wide: South Gippsland, Melbourne, Gippsland, northern Victoria and overseas visitors.

The popularity of the event provides economic benefits for the local community and Gippsland.

The event attracts involvement from across the community. The Mirboo North Primary School has performed at the festa for many years with the children showcasing what they have learnt in their Italian classes.

In 2019, the children delighted and entertained the crowd with a retelling of Pinocchio and by performing a traditional Italian dance, La Trantella.

This year’s event featured flag throwers all the way from Italy who not only performed at the festival but at the primary school the following day, much to the children’s delight.

The Italian Festa is free to attend. It remains free to help bring people together and to celebrate the renowned generosity of the Italian people.

Any profits go toward the purchase of equipment which has been needed due to the growing popularity of the festival.

The festival is only possible through the hard work of the volunteers who work tirelessly all year.

Energy Forum, Leongatha.

THE Leongatha Rotary Club coordinated an Energy Forum to inform the community about the changes occurring in the world of energy.

Hosted in Leongatha Memorial Hall, the event attracted approximately 90 participants from South and Central Gippsland. Attendees listened to a variety of speakers who covered all aspects of energy, including how people can adapt to the changes that are occurring and are anticipated.

The implication of climate extremes on farming practices was also discussed and attendees were guided through an overview of the national energy grid, the potential and importance of pumped hydro, the benefits and limitations of battery storage, and the need for recycling of e-waste.

Speakers included an independent energy consultant with more than 20 years’ experience, the assets manager of Energy Australia, the chair of the Energy Innovation Co-Op and the president of the Baw Baw Sustainability Network.

Participants were presented with information with no political or radical agenda.

Scientific and logical facts were provided and attendees were able to use the information to reduce their household energy consumption and to generate savings.

Dumbalk Country Campdraft, Dumbalk.

THE Dumbalk Country Campdraft wanted to run an event at New Year that was capable of drawing competitors from across Victoria and interstate.

More than 1500 competitors attended, making their way to Dumbalk from all eastern states, including from as far away as Rockhampton, Queensland.

Most competitors brought family with them so the actual attendance figures were in the thousands.

The event offered four days of competition,

CULTURAL EXPERIENCE: The Mirboo North Italian Festa featured flag throwers from Italy. including a night competition on the Friday. Additionally, a New Year’s Eve celebration – complete with an outdoor concert – helped to round out the event.

Sponsors were attracted, marketing was coordinated and great support was provided by the South Gippsland community.

Local farmers supplied the cattle; logistic companies provided transport for the cattle; and catering and music was supplied.

Participants spoke in glowing terms of the size of the event, the condition of the arena and the inclusion of participants of all ages.

The Dumbalk name is recognised as a key location for the growing sport of campdrafting in Australia.

Meeniyan and District RSL’s 100 years of service, Meeniyan.

WHEN the Meeniyan and District RSL was nearing 100 years of service to veterans and their families, members were keen to acknowledge the milestone by coordinating a number of celebrations that included the community.

The first event was held in January which involved the installation and dedication of a metal sculpture, The Ghost Horses, adjacent to the rail trail.

This was to commemorate the role of the horse, and specifically the 8th Light Horse Regiment of World War One which included many servicemen from South Gippsland.

The main day of activity was held in conjunction with ANZAC Day 2019 where an estimated 400-plus people attended a special - and larger - ANZAC day ceremony to commemorate the

end of World War One, especially the 100 years of service by Meeniyan and District RSL to the community.

The event included a march, sailors from HMAS Cerberus, a guest speaker, the Leongatha Secondary College marching band and a live light horse representation.

Schools and local community groups were represented in the march and service.

After The Last Post, there was a perfectly timed fly-over of four planes from the Central Flying School RAAF base in Sale.

Many stayed to attend the morning tea, and enjoy music and memorabilia in the Meeniyan Hall.

Photos from the war years were displayed, along with a slideshow featuring the loved ones of local families who served in wars. This was a massive effort to collect and scan, and included more than 100 photos.

The commemorative events were rounded out with the planting of a flowering gum adjacent to the cenotaph by Tarwin Valley Primary School.

This replaced the planting of the original avenue of honour planted by pupils in 1919 and is in memory of students who served.

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Australia Day in South Gippsland Youth serve with passion YOUNG people dedicated to their communities will be recognised at South Gippsland Shire Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Australia Day awards ceremony tomorrow (Wednesday) evening.

Hayley is horse mad. She does not have her own horse but is entrusted to care for multiple community memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s horses as well as their dogs and cats when they take holidays â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a task she enjoys so much that she can be disappointed when the animalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Three teenagers will vie for owners return home.

To add to her already full the title of young citizen of the young life, her mother suffers year. They are: a debilitating condition which adds extra home duties to her day. Hayley gives much to her community and family, and encapsulates the spirit her parents have instilled in her.

attends weekly structured workplace learning at Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hair Techniques in Meeniyan as a component of the VCAL Personal Development class.

Shianne enjoys playing netball and prior to moving to South Gippsland, played baseball in the Dandenong and District Baseball Association.

FASCINATING STORY: AFL umpire Matt Stevic (centre) with other umpires. Hear him speak at Leongathaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Australia Day service.

Ysabella Graham, Korumburra.

Hayley Young, Stony Creek.

HAYLEY is a quiet achiever who loves to help people in her local community.

She has been a member of the Meeniyan Stony Creek CFA since 2013, first starting as a junior member before progressing to a senior member after the completion of her minimum skills in November 2018. This has allowed her to attend fires and other emergencies.

As part of being a CFA member, Hayley has assisted with traffic control for the 2019 ANZAC parade, cooking the Australia Day barbecue brunch and other promotional activities, including the Meeniyan Garlic Festival and the Community Santa Run around Meeniyan and Stony Creek.

In addition to her CFA roles, Hayley is also an active netballer, playing for Mt Eccles Netball Club and previously Stony Creek Football and Netball Club, and Meeniyan and District Netball Association.

She is also a keen fisherwoman and is a member of the Leongatha Angling Club.

Hayley loves her small community of Stony Creek and is happy to assist her parents to arrange and run the Annual Stony Creek Christmas get together which includes being in her CFA uniform to assist Santa.

Like many teenagers her age,

Shianne Frost, Meeniyan/Stony Creek.

SHIANNE moved to South Gippsland in October 2017 and soon after went into foster care.

She took some time to adjust to her new life but very quickly found some community activities that she enjoyed. She has been active in her community ever since.

Shianne was a junior member of the Meeniyan Stony Creek CFA from November 2017 to July 2018.

After completing her minimum skills in November 2018, Shianne became a senior member of the CFA which has allowed her to attend fires and other emergencies.

As a member of the CFA, she has marched at the 2019 ANZAC parade, assisted with cooking the Australia Day barbecue brunch and helped with other promotional activities such as the Meeniyan Garlic Festival and the Community Santa Run around Meeniyan and Stony Creek.

Shianne is currently completing her Year 11 VCAL at Leongatha Secondary College and Certificate II in Hair and Beauty at TAFE Gippsland in 2019.

As part of her studies Shianne

YSABELLA is a member of the Coal Creek Venturer Scout Group and was a member of the Burra Youth Theatre.

She is known as a polite and courteous young lady who is willing to contribute wherever she can.

At Scouts, Ysabella is a strong team member and role model to the younger members.

She inspires the adult leader teams with her positivity and cheerfulness. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selling sausages each month to raise funds, assisting with programs for her peer group or the younger members or even developing a cleaning roster, Ysabella completes her tasks diligently and with a smile. Nothing is too much trouble.

At school Ysabella is an active member of the Leongatha Secondary College school community; she is a member of the SRC and a junior school house captain, which requires her to organise junior school students on all sporting days.

She has also been assisting in the school canteen and can always be relied upon to represent the school in a positive manner.

Ysabella has a thirst for knowledge and a willingness to help that will stand her in good stead for whatever life has to offer.

AFL umpire to inspire AFL umpire Matt Stevic will inspire as munity will be invited to sing Advance Australia the guest speaker at Leongathaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Austra- Fair.

The event will feature music by the South lia Day celebration on January 26.

Matt, born and bred in Leongatha, will talk about his rise from boundary umpiring as a 12 year old to umpiring at the Australian Football League grand final. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People will want to know how it feels when you have the whole MCG full and singing the national anthem, and how it feels to be umpiring out there,â&#x20AC;? event committee president Leonnie McCluskey said.

More than 20 people will become Australian citizens at a citizenship ceremony and the com-

Six vie for citizen title SIX people are in the running for the title of Bass Coast citizen of the year.

Bass Coast Shire Council will announce its Australia Day award winners tomorrow (Wednesday) evening at a ceremony at the Wonthaggi Town Hall.

The nominees for citizen of the year are: Don Turner, San Remo; Linda Livett, Cowes; Michael Kenny, Cowes; Lija Matthews, Wimbledon Heights; Colleen Gilbee, Cape Woolamai; and Cheryl Overton, Rhyll.

Council will also give an award for young citizen of the year.

The nominees are Charles Joma and Sophie Bolding, both of North Wonthaggi.

The awards ceremony will be held from 6pm to 7.30pm.

FIGHTING CHANCE: Boxer Charles Joma of North Wonthaggi is a nominee for Bass Coast Shire Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s young citizen of the year award.

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Scholarship provides opportunities WITH an ATAR score of 98.4 to his name, 2019 graduating Gippsland Grammar student Tom Finlay has the world at his feet.

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After completing his studies at Gippsland Grammar, Tom revisited the school to catch up with other Lorna Sparrow Scholarship recipients including Lucy Hodges, who is about to begin Year 7.

Like Tom and many more at Gippsland Grammar, Lucy is an impressive student also set to make a mark on the world.

She has already published her own book.

For more information about Gippsland Grammar and its scholarships, visit www. gippslandgrammar.vic.edu.au or call registrar Coran Johnson on 5143 6388.

When he began his Gippsland Grammar education, he had little idea of the opportunities ahead or the magnitude of future possibilities available to him.

It’s a great start to his life all made possible because of a Gippsland Grammar scholarship awarded back in 2014.

Tom was in Year 7 at the highly regarded independent boarding school after being awarded the Lorna Sparrow Scholarship in honour of the school’s former headmistress (1944-1975) Miss Lorna Sparrow.

“The Lorna Sparrow Scholarship was an amazing opportunity for me to be able to attend Gippsland Grammar,” he said.

“With this scholarship I was able to experience everything Gippsland Grammar had to offer.”

Now, Tom is set to fly the coup and leave his hometown of Sale in regional Victoria to fully immerse FLYING HIGH: (L-R) Gippsland Grammar Lorna Sparrow Scholarship recipients Lucy himself in aerospace engineering at Hodges, Year 7, Ellen Roberts, Year 8, Tom Finlay, who was part of the graduating class of Monash University.

It’s an accelerated masters path2019, and Jack Burton, Year 11, are benefitting from a Gippsland Grammar education. way offered via an additional scholarship valued at $32,000.

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“It’s vital for services like ours to be able to provide that quality of learning from birth,” Leongatha Children’s Centre manager Paula Holt said.

It’s a telling comment and one borne of a changing attitude to early childhood development and the growing role of day care centres and kindergartens.

Ms Holt said that while four year old kinder was generally the focus of most of the efforts in early childhood education, the introduction of three year old kinder in this year (South Gippsland Shire is one of the first to roll out the new program) was overdue.

“The introduction of three year old kinder is a great step forward. It’s really important to have that continuative care in a high quality place for children,” she said.

“It helps establish their social and emotional skills, which are two fundamental skills you need for school. If you can’t survive the playground, it doesn’t matter how academic you are.

“Our fundamental role is about making sure children have those social and emotional skills.

friends and they’re able to communicate in an effective manner.”

The acquisition of all these skills means “when they get to school, they’re ready to learn”.

“We’re not here to teach them to read or write or the alphabet, though those things do occur. It’s about teaching them how to adapt socially and emotionally,” Ms Holt said.

It means a close working relationship with local primary schools.

She said School Readiness Funding from the State Government was also helping “to make sure children are ready to sit down, concentrate and go for it” when they arrive in the classroom.

“We do a lot of transition with the schools, which is really good. That’s where the kindergarten kids will go to the schools, have lunch, see the rooms, talk about school,” she said.

“We also work with parents, because that’s really important. It’s a big step going from a childcare centre or kindergarten to school. Fundamentally our job is to prepare children for the future and we do that from birth.”

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Probus members heard historian Neil Everitt speak about explorer Harry Lasseter’s link to the falls.

After their refreshments, walk and viewing of the falls, they visited the Long Jetty, ViPlus Dairy, had lunch at the Royal Standard Hotel and visited Friends of Agnes Falls have been lobbying for Port Franklin to buy fresh fish. the funds for the cantilevered viewing platform.

Members of Prom Coast U3A at Foster also enThe group is now circulating petitions in Fos- joyed a talk, walk and morning tea at the reserve. ter, Toora, Welshpool, Yarram, Fish Creek, Meeniyan and Leongatha, requesting the Victorian Government provides funding to Parks Victoria so the viewing platform project can be completed.

The petition will be tabled in Parliament in February by Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien.

There is also an online petition: https://www. change.org/p/legislative-assembly-of-victoriafantastic-cantilevered-viewing-platform-at-theagnes-falls The friends group recently hosted two groups for morning tea at the Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve: the Inverloch and Anderson Inlet Probus Club and Agnes Falls continues to be a popular tourist Prom Coast U3A.

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BEAT THE HEAT this SUMMER Play it safe at the beach

He said some key signs to identify a rip inSOUTH Gippsland is blessed with fine beaches, from the pristine surf at Wara- clude deeper darker water, fewer breaking waves, coloured water extending beyond the surf tah Bay to the serene waters of Anderson sandy zone, and debris or seaweed.

Inlet at Inverloch.

“If you are caught in a rip current, try to stay With many of us swimming to cool off this summer, do you know how to keep yourself – and your family – safe in the surf?

Knowing how to spot a rip is paramount to having a relaxing day out at the beach.

Life Saving Victoria’s Greg Scott said rips can occur at all beaches, including the bays, and they are the number one beach hazard for swimmers.

“Recent research by Surf Life Saving Australia found that 75 per cent of people can’t identify a rip current,” he said.

“Furthermore, two out of three people who think they can spot a rip, actually can’t.”

calm and conserve your energy,’’ Mr Scott said.

“We suggest you attract attention by calling out to seek help and either float with the current or swim parallel to the beach. Reassess the situation – if what you’re doing isn’t working, try another option in your attempt to return to shore.”

The best way to avoid a rip is to swim at a patrolled beach between the red and yellow flags.

Billy McCarthy caught wave after wave into shore at Inverloch after dad Greg McCarthy SUMMER FUN: Inverloch holidaymakers (L-R) Ollie Magnuson, Bride Culligan, Ryan Lane and Eamon Magnuson put their surfing skills to the test at Inverloch beach. helped give him an extra boost.

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Save money with solar. By using the solar electricity that you generate, you can avoid buying energy from your retailer. Additionally, solar hot water systems can also help you avoid gas charges often associated with a gas-fired water heater.

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Coveted cowfish spotted SNORKELLERS braved chilly conditions to survey fish populations between Inverloch and Cape Paterson, and search for the highly sought after cowfish.

As part of the Great Victorian Fish Count, 24 people travelled from Hallston and Melbourne to take part in the event at Shack Bay. Staff from Outthere Outdoor Education supervised the participants, joined by experienced local divers Neil Duncan and Steve Dunn.

With good visibility close to shore, volunteers saw wrasse, zebra fish and sweep, along with abundant and varied algae, as well as a draughtboard shark.

Only a single specimen of the iconic ornate cowfish was observed.

UNDERWATER ADVENTURE: Snorkellers surveyed fish species during the Great Victorian Fish Count at Shack Bay.

Feat of marriage Rodwells commemorate 70th anniversary Amongst those present were fam- their three acres at Koonwarra home THERE’S no secret to 70 years ily and friends from interstate and even since 1975, raising calves and steers. of wedded bliss, according to New Zealand.

Albert worked at the former Murray Pat Rodwell.

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They remain members of Woorayl Probus Club and enjoy trips away with their Probus friends.

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The couple went to Leongatha North State School together and reacquainted years later when they met at a parish dance in Leongatha.

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whelming,” Pat said.

The Rodwells married on a hot day at the old Anglican church in Leongatha, followed by a lunch at the Leongatha home of Pat’s sister Margaret Gwyther, who also served as matron of honour.

The couple have enjoyed their life together, which has produced four children, 15 grandchildren and 23 greatgrandchildren.

Their children are Jennifer Wells of Ararat, Les Rodwell of Flinders Island, Linda Hughes of Koonwarra and Deborah Maloney of Groote Eylandt, Northern Territory.

The Rodwells have lived at two addresses in Leongatha, and have called

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“We just did not die,” she said, matter of factly.

“We’ve had fairly good health, the pair of us. We are just blessed.”

Albert quipped: “It’s not often that you meet someone who has been married for 70 years.”

Pat and her husband Albert, of Koonwarra, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with family and friends at a surprise gathering at the Koonwarra Recreation Reserve, 70 years to the day they wed on December 31, 1949.

They thought they were being invited to a morning tea to mark the birthday of their grand-daughter Eliza Hughes but the party turned out to be held in their honour instead.

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ON THE LAND Buffalo surprise in the paddock Brad Lester THINK of South Gippsland and milk, and one typically conjures up the image of a herd of Friesian or Jersey cows.

“Buffalo are a bit more resilient than a dairy cow and they like their roughage which is handy with the drought,” Bryan said.

“A dairy cow would not have done as well as they have. They convert their roughage well but they like their green grass too.”

The herd feeds on pasture and is supplementary fed hay in the paddock. In the shed, the animals receive a customised grain mix that includes barley and wheat.

“That depends on the time of the year and how the grass is going, to add a bit of protein,” Bryan said.

While a buffalo can look intimidating at first, he finds they all have a personality of their own.

“They’re happy to see you at the dairy and they all have a name,” Bryan said.

“When we brought the first lot down from the Territory, it took them about six months to even go near the dairy. We try to keep it low stress because a happy animal gives as good a product as possible.”

Nevertheless, Bryan said people who expect working with buffalo to be the same as working with dairy cows “are in for a shock” as they are headstrong.

Barry Charlton of Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese said the creaminess of buffalo milk makes for a distinctive cheese.

“It’s a sweetish sort of milk, and it’s high in fat and protein,” he said.

Bianca Ward of Nicholson River Soaps loves the milk from Bryan’s farm.

“Buffalo milk has three times more fat than goat’s milk or camel’s milk, making a very moisturising bar of soap,” she said.

“I’ve been making buffalo milk soap using Bryan’s milk for approximately five years. We have eight different buffalo milk soaps.”

But in the far east of the region, there is an animal of a different kind in a milking shed, a bovine usually associated with Australia’s tropical top end.

Buffalo are being milked by Bryan Jans and his parents John and Tina on their Giffard West property, Sunrise Plains, between Yarram and Sale.

Buffalo milk soap is proving successful for While their milk does not end up in a milk Nicholson River Soaps, near Bairnsdale. factory, their produce has gained international success.

Their milk was the key ingredient in the cheese that won Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese’s Riverine Blue a silver medal in a global class at the Nantwich World Cheese Awards in the UK, as Operating throughout Gippsland well as a gold medal in an Australian class.

The Fish Creek company is one of two desBuying all types of wool tinations for Bryan’s buffalo milk. The other is JOB OF PASSION: Bryan Jans takes pride Nicholson River Soaps near Bairnsdale.

Further details phone Bryan’s family has been milking buffalo for in working with buffalo to produce a first 0427 252 176 or email six years, after their research showed the livestock class milk that is resulting in superb cheese would be a good prospect. tbhales@bigpond.com HAY1760001 and soap.

The Riverine buffalo at Sunrise Plains are a different breed to the Swamp Water buffalo synonymous with the floodplains of the Top End, and so can handle southern weather – even donning a winter coat.

1800 7TH ANNUAL FEATURE STORE CATTLE SALE 1800 “They cope fairly well down here and the property is fairly sheltered,” Bryan said.

The Jans family milks 75 buffalo cows, each producing from five to 20 litres each milking, SEJ will offer the following quality lines of cattle held which occurs once a day, typically from 7am to especially for this feature sale 10am.

A/C Pilkington & Toohey, Sandy Point (Breeder) A/C K.R Hendrik, Inverloch (Property Sold) 140 Angus Steers, 12 mnths, Weaned, Vaccinated 70 Angus Steers, 2 yrs 24 Black Baldy Steers, 18 mnths, Omeo Station Bred Multimin A/C K & L Heggen, Binginwarri (Breeder) A/C Bridgewater Park, Wattlebank 50 Angus Steers, rising 2yo, Braidwood District Bred 140 Red Angus Steers, 10-12 mnths, Hicks Blood A/C Malabar Farms, Tarwin Lower (Breeder) 55 Red Angus Heifers, 9-10 mnths, Weaned A/C Salanasville Pty Ltd, Boolarra (Breeder) 100 Angus & Angus Hfd X Steers, 15-16 mnths 50 Red Angus Heifers, 10-14 mnths, Yard Weaned, Mt Difficult, Innesdale & Yancowinna Blood 2 x 5in1, Cydectin 6/1/20, Neerim View & Red Hill A/C Jasmel, Tarwin Lower (Breeder) Bloodlines 100 Angus Steers, 14-16 mnths, A/C R & S Boote, 'Boote Hill' Drouin Sth Alpine Angus Bloodlines (Breeder) A/C JDK Pastoral, Kardella 12 Red Angus Cows with spring drop calves at foot, 60 Hereford & Angus Steers, 16-18 mnths 1st to 4th calvers, rejoined Aug/Sept for 8 weeks A/C Moriarty Transport, Korumburra A/C R & V & R Dowel, Leongatha South 60 Hereford & Angus Hfd X Steers, 15-16 mnths (Breeder) A/C Lorstan Nom, Bengworden (Breeder) 50 Poll Hereford Steers, 10-12 mnths, Weaned 20 Angus Steers, 16-18 mnths 26/12/19 Waruna, Mawarra & Warrensville Blood 20 Angus Steer Calves, 9-10 mnths 2 x 5in1, Multimin, B12 & Dectomax 26/12/19 A/C C & G White, Foster (Breeder) A/C F & C Cameron, 'Wild Dog' Phillip Island 40 Angus Steers, 18 mnths, Banquet Blood 10 Angus Steers, 10 mnths, Banquet Blood, Weaned (Breeder) 50 Angus Steers, 10 mnths A/C McQueston Farms, Kernot 30 Angus Heifers, 10 mnths 15 Hereford Steers, 16-17 mnths Yancowinna Blood, Weaned, Piliguard Treated A/C Arejaydee, Inverloch 15 Angus Steers, 16-17 mnths, Brookfield Park Blood A/C N Smith, Pound Creek (Breeder) 60 Angus & Angus S/H X Steers, 12-14 mnths A/C Fennells Flooring, Leongatha 40 Angus & Angus S/H X Heifers, 12-14 mnths 12 Angus Hfd X Steers, 20-22 mnths, Bryan Jans (L) and Barry Charlton of Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese celebrate an awardA/C M & C Russell 'Echo Valley', Glen Forbes East Gippsland Bred winning buffalo cheese made with milk from Bryan’s Giffard West farm.

(Breeder) A/C Jilba, Leongatha South 40 Hereford Steers, 12-14 mnths, 12 Angus Steers, 1 mark, 16-17 mnths, 10 Hereford Heifers 12-14 mnths, East Gippsland Bred Ponderosa & Karoonda Blood “feed us “feed us A/C Freda Street Pastoral, Inverloch A/C R Boddy & Son, Woodside well” right” 15 Angus & Angus Hfd X Steers, 16-17 mnths, 30 Angus Steers, 14 mnths, By Pure Dunoon Bulls Yancowinna Blood Drenched, Vetmec 6 weeks, Very Quiet A/C Stanara, Bengworden A/C J & C Brennan, Cape Liptrap (Breeder) 14 Angus Steers, 16 mnths, Pinora Blood 15 Angus S/H X Steers, 14 mnths A/C Three Peaks, Toora 20 Angus Steers, 15-16 mnths, East Gippsland Bred A/C Cricklewood Past Co, Willowgrove 25 Angus Hereford X Heifers, 15-17 mnths A/C I & D Bell, Tarwin Lower (Breeder) Unjoined, Cobungra Station Bred 20 Angus Steers, 15-16 mnths, Banquet Blood A/C W.K & J Graham 'Kileys Run', Mirboo 15 Angus Steers, 10-12 mnths, Weaned, (Breeder) Banquet Blood 25 Angus Steers, 14 mnths, Yancowinna Blood A/C D.R Hall, Foster (Breeder) A/C M & L Cole, Bengworden 15 Angus Steers, 15 mnths 15 Angus Heifers, 16-17 mnths, Unjoined A/C L & B Tull, Binginwarri A/C D & S Kimmins, Cape Paterson (Breeder) 30 Angus & Hfd X Steers, 12-15 mnths 30 Angus Mixed Sex Weaners, 10 mnths A/C R & M Russell, Krowera Yancowinna Blood, Weaned 15 Angus Steers, 12-14 mnths A/C Greycroft Nom, Welshpool (Breeder) 15 Angus Heifers, 12-14 mnths 25 Angus Mixed Sex Weaners

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SEJ Leongatha 03 5662 4033 James Kyle 0427 826 491 Bill Egan 0418 553 011 STE3810802

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ON THE LAND Burra raises $50,000 for bushfire appeal “Over the next two weeks we will be holdMILK processor Burra Foods will donate ing other events to raise money for Wildlife more than $50,000 to help people imVictoria.” pacted by the recent Victorian bushfires.

Mr Carson said fundraising efforts has also been supported by their loyal network of customers, suppliers and milk supply partners, in a Lunch was extra special on Friday as Burra bid to raise more funds to help with the bushfire Foods staff raised $700 at a barbecue for the Victorian Bushfire Appeal. recovery.

He was heartened by how the Burra community came together in times of need and said assistance for those impacted by the fires, wildlife and livestock included, would be required for a VLE - LEONGATHA long time.

“Unfortunately, Victoria’s bushfire season is THURSDAY, JAN 16, 2020 far from over and it will take many months and 1000 CATTLE 1000 even years for communities to fully recover,” he Starting at 10am said.

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COOKING FOR RELIEF: Pitching-in for a good cause are Burra Foods staff (L-R) Zavier Harris, Susan Maskell, Melissa Nichol, Colin Brown and Charles Pearce, who were part of a bushfire fundraising barbecue at the Burra plant at Korumburra.

Yarding reflects a quality season

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 AGENTS penned double the numbers for the first sale back after the Christmas BULLOCKS 11 Dunbar JW & BJ Traralgon 625.5 292.0 1,826.33 break.

1 Shandley GM MRSMeeniyan 600.0 291.6 1,749.60 The quality of cattle was generally very good, 12 Hendrick KR Kirrak 681.7 290.0 12 Alhaurin Pastoral Co P/L 715.0 288.0 12 Standfield M Unknown Dist. 664.2 286.6 10 Pasoral Co G&S Anderson 632.5 286.0 STEER 1 Mangiafico A & KJ Dumbalk Nth 460.0 305.0 5 Jarvie G & R Hazelwood 454.0 300.0 6 Taylor C & Mueller D Mirboo Nth 425.0 300.0 3 Andrews NR & LJ Mirboo Nth 453.3 296.0 4 JSpratt RF & RE Nerrena 547.5 286.0 2 Hall J & D 495.0 285.0 HEIFERS 4 Jarvie G & R Hazelwood 435.0 300.0 1 Andrews NR & LJ Mirboo Nth 410.0 280.0 2 Vagg GJ & SE Leongatha 340.0 277.6 6 Greg IK Meeniyan 499.2 277.6 1 Spehar Z & M Yinnar 580.0 275.0 1 Weatherill R & A Toora 535.0 275.0 COWS 2 Dunbar JW & BJ Traralgon 667.5 250.0 3 Burston GH & AJ Hinnomunjie 586.7 235.6 10 McLaren SW & BM Woodleigh Vale 680.0 231.6 1 Breen M K & S Buffalo 665.0 231.6 1 Van Kuyk PM & AK Wonga Wonga 530.0 231.6 1 Cantwell BS LSTK Toora 600.0 231.0 BULLS 1 Jacobson W & T Doomburrim 1,040.0 260.0 1 Land D Arawata 1,040.0 250.0 1 McLaren SW & BM Woodleigh Vale 765.0 245.0 1 Nicholas IL & CM Kongwak 810.0 245.0 1 Kenny RP & MJ3 Dumbalk 745.0 242.0 1 White S & S 965.0 241.0

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John Bowler 0408 238 464 Alkira Riley 0429 649 212 Or your local representative

CLEARING SALE FRIDAY JAN 24, 2020 10am on the property A/C C. & L. PETERS 30 Chisholm Road WONTHAGGI – Property Sold

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Full listing details next issue or www.alexscott.com.au

1,976.83 2,059.20 2,202.92 2,179.89

1,403.00 1,362.00 1,275.00 1,341.97 1,565.85 1,410.75 1,305.00 1,148.00 943.84 1,385.69 1,595.00 1,471.25 1,668.75 1,382.19 1,574.88 1,540.14 1,227.48 1,388.00 2,704.00 2,512.50 1,874.25 1,984.50 1,802.90 2,331.44

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Unjoined Friesian Heifers, 200kg, end of Feb delivery, China Protocol $1600.00 + GST Joined Friesian Heifers, joined to any bull, detectable to 20 weeks, end of Feb delivery, China Protocol $1700.00 + GST

D & J King, Moe (LANDMARK) 50 Angus Steers, 8-10 months, weaned, drenched Arrest easy does, grass fed, Merlewood bulls 6 Angus Steers, 15-17 months 9 Angus Heifers, 15-17 months 9 B/B Heifers, 15-17 months HIGH VOLTAGE CONSULTANCY, FLYNNS CREEK (LANDMARK ) 25 Angus Steers, 12 months, Leawood bulls MANUKA RIDGE, KILCUNDA (LANDMARK) 20 Angus Steers, 12-14 months, Yancowinna blood, 3 x vaccinated & Multimin, “Never Ever” accredited R & S Lowe, Kilcunda (ALEX SCOTT) 10 Angus steer weaners, by Yancowina bulls, had 5-1 vacc, multimin injection & drenched with Ivomec plus MOUNTAIN SPRINGS PARTNERSHIP, BOMBALA (LANDMARK) 14 Limo x Heifers 11 Charolais x Heifers 7 Speckle Park Heifers 13 B/B & Angus Heifers 15 Angus, Hfd & S/Horn x Steer Calves 8 Angus, Hfd & S/Horn x Heifer Calves MOUNTAIN SPRINGS PARTNERSHIP, BOMBALA (LANDMARK) 7x7 Angus x Cows & calves 3-4 months 2x2 X/B Cows & calves 3-4 months Cows had 7in1 booster, heifers & calves 2 x 5in 1, “Never Ever” accredited 0429 050 349

showing signs of the excellent season across the supply area. There was a large flush of fresh vealer calves, along with some very well finished grown steers and bullocks.

All regular buyers were back, however, not all operating fully in a very firm market for the first sale back after the Christmas break.

Bidding intensified from domestic processors for the good supply of vealer calves with shape, making from 296c to 305c, with the C muscled calves selling from 266c to 292c/kg.

Very few trade steers were offered up to buyers with heifers making up the large portion.

Steers sold from 238c to 245c and the better quality heifers made from 248c to 277c/kg.

One export processor dominated the bullock run with 4 score grown steers and bullock making from 270c to 292c/kg. The minimal offering of crossbred bullocks reached 265c/kg.

A good mixed offering of cows were available to processors with good numbers of 3 and 4 score cows available making from 215c to 236c/kg.

The middle run of D2 cows sold from 190c to 223c and the very light 1 score cows sold from 135c to 195c/kg. The regular buying group participated on the 55 bulls offered, with B muscled bulls selling from 237c to 260c/kg.

The next draw - January 15th and 15th, 2020: 1. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 2. Landmark, 3.

Alex Scott & Staff, 4. Elders, 5. SEJ.

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We require 35 well grown Friesian Jersey cross Heifers for Autumn Calving.

Cows Weight A deduction of .50c per kg. carcass weight, will apply to 250+ kgdw animals processed as downers, part condemnded for Arthritis, 200+ kgdw abscess or severe bruising.

160+ kgdw 120+ kgdw 100+ kgdw -100 kgdw

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The money will go to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal and it includes proceeds of the production run at Burra’s Korumburra plant on Friday, as well as a barbecue fundraiser and contributions from staff.

Burra Foods CEO Stewart Carson said the scale of the fires and devastation at the loss of lives had rocked the entire Burra community.

“The impact on our wider community has been devastating,” he said.

“The Burra Foods community has once again come together to raise funds for those impacted in East Gippsland and North East Victoria.

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SEARCH FOR A JOB FIND A CAREER situations vacant

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KITCHEN HAND PART TIME

BAKER - Full time Must be reliable with good work ethics.

Send resume to Steve at pandesalbakery1@gmail.com

ICU/PICU Nurses (Division 1) Wanted for home care in Leongatha/Warragul area, who love the outdoors and having fun!

Due to nature of program, females are encouraged to apply.

Please contact Patrik 0n 0410 942 230 or email patrik@intensivecareathome.com

CARPENTER TRADES PERSON Shield Master is seeking a carpenter trades person to work in a friendly professional team environment in and around Leongatha & surrounds This is a fulltime position, tools, equipment & transport is provided by Shield Master.

A full drivers licence is essential Apply in writing to Po Box 577, Leongatha 3953 or email info@shieldmaster.com.au

GIPPSLAND SOUTHERN

Health Service

Mary MacKillop College South Gippsland

Teachers 2020 - Any combination of: Legal Studies, Accounting, Humanities and Religious Education Full/Part time negotiable All Staff must demonstrate an active commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school. Mary MacKillop College is a Child-Safe school.

For further information please visit our website or contact the Principal’s Personal Assistant, Carly Kitchingman ckitchingman@mmcrc.catholic.edu.au.

Applications close 9am, Monday 20 January 2020.

POSITIONS VACANT Podiatrist (Gr 1 or 2) Part time 0.84 EFT, ongoing Social Support Program Worker (2 x positions) Part time 0.53 EFT, ongoing Health Care Worker (Home Care package Program) Casual Registered Nurse (Gr 2) Perioperative Team Part-time 0.53 EFT, ongoing Registered Nurse Midwife (Gr 2) Full time 1.0 EFT (negotiable), ongoing

VACANCIES at GSHS Case Manager – Home Care Packages Casual (Job # CS0101) Closing Date: 27/1/20

For more information including application closing dates and Position Descriptions visit our website: southgippslandhospital.com.au/ careers/employment.

Community Care Workers Multiple Positions – Permanent Part Time – minimum 3 hours per fortnight (Job # CS1003) Contact: Selina Northover, Director of Primary Healthcare. Ph: 5667 5696 or email Selina.northover@gshs.com.au

EDUCATION TRAINEESHIP Registered Nurses/Midwives Full time, Part Time & Casual positions available (Job # ND1103) Contact: Kirsten Amos, Acting Nurse Unit Manager. Ph: 5667 5614 or email Kirsten.amos@gshs.com.au.

Full details, including the position descriptions are available on our website.

To apply, click on the “Apply Now” link in the full advert at www.gshs.com.au/careers.

Milly & Romeo’s Cooking school & Artisan Bakery We are expanding the team at Milly and Romeo's Koonwarra and looking for a mature minded chef/cook – must have service experience in a busy kitchen and a passion for seasonal hand made food.

Please contact Maria email info@millyandromeos.com.au phone 0417 743 281

situations vacant

Are you looking towards working in an educational field?

Are you taking a gap year before commencing tertiary studies in 2021?

GRADUATE ACCOUNTANT The ideal candidate will have recently completed or are about to complete a Business, Commerce or Accounting tertiary degree. Working in a close-knit team, you will be exposed to a broad range of accounting and taxation work for small to medium size businesses.

The role will include the following: ? Preparation of income tax returns and financial statements for individuals, partnerships, trusts, companies & superannuation ? Preparation of BAS/IAS ? Liaising with the ATO on behalf of our clients ? Assist in the preparation and maintenance of accounting and taxation records ? Communicate with clients ? Other tasks as delegated by the team manager We are looking for a graduate who is client focused, a team player and have a positive “can do” attitude. The successful applicant will be in a Graduate Accountant position working directly with the other Accountants and Partners.

Excellent advancement opportunities exist for a self-motivated person who has the ambition to achieve.

If you are interested in applying for this role please email through your resume and covering letter to: yvonne@mjacpa.com.au Applications close: 27 January 2020

An opportunity exist for an experienced Kitchen Hand to work with the Team at Toms Cap Vineyard Retreat.

The position is permanent partime on Sunday's from 11am to 4.30pm.

Other days can be available.

Enquires and resumes to Ann Morris at Toms Cap - e: info@tomscap.com.au The vineyard is located 25 minutes from both Yarram and Traralgon.

Shift Supervisor Yarram Do you have a commitment to safety?

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop and lead a high performing team?

AKD has a great opportunity for an energetic and selfmotivated person to lead our Yarram Dry Mill day shift.

This position is perfect for someone who is committed to people, safety and continuous improvement of our product, plant and processes.

Leading a team of approximately 14 people, it is preferred the applicants have previous experience in developing and leading high performing teams and an unrelenting commitment to safety.

Production / Machine Operators AKD also has a number of opportunities available at its Yarram Sawmill Operation for Production / Machine / Operators.

For a full version of the adverts, or to learn how to apply visit akd.com.au Applications close: 17th January 2020 Note: Pre-employment drug and alcohol, along with functional capacity testing, will be required.

Conveyancing Clerk BRB Law is located in Leongatha in South Gippsland. Our growing team is friendly and supportive with a client base throughout South Gippsland and Victoria.

BRB Law seeks to employ a conveyancing clerk to strengthen and meet the growing demands of the practice.

The property team is led by two Partners with extensive experience in property law.

Duties • Opening, closing and managing conveyancing files including farms, residential and commercial.

• Preparation of sale and auction contracts, section 32 statements and all associated documentation, including Duties Online and PEXA. • Liaising with all stakeholders, including real estate agents and other law firms and conveyancers.

• Explaining the conveyancing process to clients and keeping them informed of the file’s status.

• Ensuring smooth and timely settlements.

• Reviewing executed documentation.

• Attending to all settlement requirements.

Skills & Experience • A minimum of 2+ years’ experience as a conveyancing clerk is preferred.

• A professional, enthusiastic and highly motivated person with an easy rapport with clients and colleagues.

• Able to anticipate the needs of the team and take a proactive approach to their work.

• Outstanding time management skills and attention to detail.

• Attention to detail and ability to effectively prioritise tasks.

• Excellent client facing skills with the ability to build effective relationships within the office and with clients.

How to Apply Please email hmaclean@brblaw.com.au with a copy of your CV.

Inverloch and Kongwak Primary Schools are seeking applicants for an Education Traineeship. The position is open to a person who has successfully completed Year 12 in 2019.

The position is for approximately 12 months, 4 days a week, commencing 10th February, and will involve classroom support, camps and excursions and resource management.

The selected applicant will undertake a Certificate III in Education Support, need a strong study ethic and ability to work effectively in a dynamic workplace.

Applicants need to have or proof of application for a Working With Children Check (Employee status).

Those interested should see the position details on the school's website (inverlochps.vic.edu.au) and submit applications to the school's email (inverloch.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au) with Traineeship in the subject line.

Applications close: 12noon Friday January 24th, 2020

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Classifieds situations vacant

FARM HAND - FULL TIME Tractor work and milking (rotary dairy) Plus some weekend work Must have experience Alberton area

Phone 0429 832 453

professional

Harris, Blake and Parsons, Optometrists Pty Ltd consulting at Yarram Medical Centre on Wednesday, January 22 and Thursday, January 23.

For appointments with Amy Phone 9723 3218 Now at 121 Commercial Road, Yarram

OPTOMETRIST B. PETTITT will be consulting at

253 Commercial Road

THURSDAY JAN 23 9.30am - 4.30pm For appointment phone 5144 5330 Only on day of visit phone 5182 6186

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MOWERS We stock the largest range of New push and ride-on mowers in South Gippsland, including - Honda,Victa, Greenfield, Deutscher, Cub Cadet, MTD, Masport, Toro, Yard Machines & Rover from $165.

Professional repairs and service for ALL mower makes and models.

Also stocking a large range of parts and accessories.

We also have a large range of secondhand mowers available.

MOTORCYCLES & POWER EQUIPMENT

Cnr Allison & South Gippsland Hwy, Leongatha. L.M.C.T. 2714

Ph: 5662 2028

www.marriottsmpe.com.au

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OSCAR BARWON lift and recline chair.

Weight capacity 130kg $2400.00 new. 2 years old $1600.00 ONO. Contact 0457 193 667

livestock POULTRY/CAGE BIRD

AUCTION Traralgon Showgrounds, Cattle Pavillion.

Sun Jan 19, 10.30am Wide variety of poultry, hens, ducks, many breeds, fertile eggs.

Open for sellers from 8am. 5197 7270 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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GARAGE SALE The “STAR” can help you promote your event with our

$27.50

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KIT INCLUDES 5cm x S/C advert (valued at $33.00) • 2 x A4 Garage Sale Signs • Garage Sale Tips (dos and don’ts) • Sheet of Price Stickers • Star Carry Bag

Total package valued at $41 ADVERTISE by calling 5662 5555 or emailing classifieds@thestar.com.au or call in to 36 McCartin Street LEONGATHA to pick up your kit when you place your advertisement

Sat Jan 18

Stihl chainsaw & trimmer, Honda generator, steel garden trailer, Davey pressure pump, petrol pressure washer, garage jack, motorised post hole digger, plumbing & pipe fittings, fencing fittings, nuts & bolts, wheel barrow, garden tools, paint, oil, SS bucket, microwave oven, filing cabinet, various household items.

FIREWOOD, redgum and local wood. Ph: 0408 980 711.

Ph 0412 735 158

ROLLATOR - Days heavy duty, (walker on wheels).Weight capacity 200kg $290.00 new, 2 years old $130.00 ONO. Contact 0457 193 667

MOVING sale -whole household. Everything ½ price. 5 Kangaroo Rise, Koonwarra. Saturday, January 18 from 9am to 4pm. Ph: 0400 048 247

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ALUMINIUM BOAT REPAIRS Stainless Steel / Aluminium Welding and Fabrication Fair Rates

0419 437 927

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Expressions of Interest – Preferred Trades Mirridong is seeking expressions of interest from qualified tradespeople to become preferred contractors. Upon completion of the relevant paperwork you will be added to our database and contacted to quote for work as it arises.

Only tradespeople from our list will be contacted for any future work and/or quotations.

Contractors who have previously undertaken the process will continue to be engaged and are not required to re-apply.

Submit application to info@mirridong.com.au Attention: Doreen Milne For further information please contact Doreen Milne on 5182 5750 We provide opportunities for adults with a disability to make choices, achieve goals and gain independence.

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CORNER INLET MOTORCYCLE CLUB

ANNUAL AGM Wednesday January 15, 2020, 6pm at The Motorbike Track, 2746 Meeniyan-Promontory Rd, Yanakie ALL members welcome.

message of hope

bereavement thanks

It was by faith that Rahab the prostitute was not destroyed with the people of her city.

For she had given a friendly welcome to the spies. Hebrew 11.31

HOGAN Richard (Dick) To everyone who has supported us following the passing of Richard, we would like to say a sincere thank you. Your kindness and support continues to be a great comfort. We’d also like to say thank you to the doctors, nurses and hospitals for the wonderful care he received. Kerry, Tricia, Craig, Shane and families.

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in memoriam GRAY - Leonie 12/10/1947 - 16/01/2016 Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.

Robert, Debra, Wendy, Barbara, Rhonda and Families.

OTTOSEN - Beverly Joyce 17/1/2006.

Although many years have passed, our loss feels like a wound that never heals. You are always in our hearts.

Graeme, Josie, Kelly & Marc

deaths GILLETTE - Dave We would like to express our sincere condolences to Rene, Gary, Shane and their families on the loss of Dave. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

From the MDUFNC Committee and Members HARVEY David Anthony 19/10/1945 - 10/01/2020 Passed away peacefully at Latrobe Regional Hospital, Traralgon.

Beloved Husband of Colleen for nearly 50 years.

Much loved Father of Jonathan, Matthew, James and Paul and their families.

Sadly Missed and Forever In Our Hearts.

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deaths

funerals

MARTIN - Janet (nee Cheyne). Slipped away peacefully on 8/01/2020 after a short illness.

Dearly loved Wife of Ian (deceased), cherished Sister of John, treasured Aunt of Emily and loyal friend of many. May she rest in peace with Ian. SCHROETER- Margaret Elizabeth (Peggy) 14/04/1930 - 06/01/2020 Daughter of William and Margaret Cavanagh (both dec).

Sister of William (dec).

Adored Wife of Noel (dec).

Loved Step Mother of Ann (dec), Marj and Will.

Grandma “Peg” of Michelle, Mathew, Maygen and Scott.

Great Grandma “Peg” of Cameron, Tennille, Kaleb and Seth.

Reunited with Noel and Tiny RIP Peggy xxx

HARVEY A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr. David Anthony Harvey will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Bruce St, Leongatha on FRIDAY (Jan. 17, 2020) commencing at 2.00pm.

SNOWDEN - Heather Marie. Sadly passed away on 5/1/2020. Aged 45. Loved daughter of Graeme and Annette (dec) . Loved sister of Lisa, Rebecca, Robyn, Gaylene and Christine.

Loved Mother of Luke and Tayla.

Loved Grandmother of Harper.

Loved Aunty to 4 nieces and 8 nephews.

Reunited with her loving mum. Forever in our hearts. Rest In Peace TAYLOR Luke Anthony The Committee and Members of the Mardan Tennis Club extend our deepest sympathy to Brian, Joan, Matt, Laura and Grace on the passing of Luke.

Your courage on court and in life will be remembered always.

VAN DER GAAG Peter 4/06/1931 - 7/01/2020 Passed away peacefully at Japara Aged Care, Mirboo North.

Beloved husband of Elizabeth (dec.).

Much loved Dad of Willy.

Loved Opa of Ross and Fiona and Great Opa of Cody and Reed.

Forever in our hearts.

WEBB - Geoffrey Allan 06/03/1938 - 12/01/2020 Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital.

Much loved Father of Ian and Susie (dec.).

Loved Pa to Mitchell, Phillip and Rebecca.

Forever in our Hearts.

Private Cremation.

If desired, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Council Australia.

Envelopes will be available at the Service.

Family would welcome a splash of colour in your attire.

Private Cremation

MARTIN - Janet The service to celebrate the life of Janet will be conducted at St Pauls Anglican Church, 3 Queen St Korumburra on Friday, January 24, 2020 commencing at 2pm.

SCHROETER. The funeral service for Mrs Margaret Elizabeth (Peggy) Schroeter will be held at St Mark’s Anglican Church, 55 Albert Street Rosedale on FRIDAY (Jan. 17, 2020) commencing at 1:00 PM.

NEWS IN BRIEF New wheels YARRAM and District Health Service have taken delivery of 11 new Mitsubishi Outlanders.

The new cars are being leased. Health service CEO Bernadette Wardle said the new arrangement will save the service money.

Revenue from the sale of the old vehicles would pay for the first years’ lease of the new fleet.

Priest farewelled PARISHIONERS at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Yarram have farewelled Father Janeesh Jose.

He has been relocated to Pakenham by the Bishop of Sale, Bishop Patrick O’Regan.

Father Janeesh was much loved in the local community and will be missed.

He conducted his final masses at Yarram, Foster and Toora on Sunday.

He will be replaced as Parish Priest by Father Antony Rebelo.

Wind farm meeting A PUBLIC meeting regarding the Alberton/ Yarram Wind Farm will be held this Thursday, January 16, at 7.30pm at the Yarram Country Club.

The meeting will inform the public about objectors’ appeal to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

deaths

deaths

A Private Cremation will follow

HEYFIELD 5148 2877 SNOWDEN The funeral of Ms Heather Marie Snowden will leave Holy Trinity Anglican Church, MacFarlane Street Stratford after a service commencing at 11 am on Saturday January 18, 2020 for the Stratford Lawn Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Beyond Blue. envelopes available at the service BARRY & ANNETTE LETT Funeral Directors SPRAGUE - Anthony (Tony). Passed away 20/12/2019 at Latrobe Regional Hospital. A celebration of Tony’s Life will be held at The Commercial Hotel, Yarram January 23, 1pm - 3pm

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Heavy music fans unite for BAG A BARGAIN loud fun at Tarwin Lower

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SOME of the biggest acts in heavy music were at Tarwin Lower on the weekend, as the iconic Unify Gathering returned.

Among those to grace the stage were the Architects, The Ghost Inside, Silverstein, Stray From The Path and Tired Lion.

Two of the biggest Australian metalcore exports around played return sets.

Following the August release of their fifth studio album and a US tour, Northlane are easily one of the most hyped bands in Australia.

Returning to Unify for the third time was Polaris, a Sydney group

touted as one of the most exciting live acts in the Australian heavy music scene.

Architects played off the back of their incredibly raw and inspired album, Holy Hell, which peaked at number eight on the ARIA charts.

Their Friday night headliner set marked the last stop of their colossal world tour and they still had plenty of energy, belting out their distinctive vocals and powerful riffs for their only Australian show this summer.

The festival also benefits many community groups in the area.

Pictured are some of the acts from one big weekend.

Red Cross backs emergency relief THE vital support given to the Australian Red Cross by smaller units like Leongatha is invaluable.

The Leongatha unit’s fundraising for 2019 enabled members to send $6000 to head office to be used in emergency relief. With extensive bushfires burning throughout Australia, this money will be put to good use.

Leongatha Red Cross catered for lunches and Devonshire teas at the recent Leongatha Rose Show and held a raffle, and a street stall was held at the entrance to Leongatha Memorial Hall.

At the unit’s final meeting for 2019, plans were made to continue this great effort into 2020, with Red Cross Calling coming up in March and a coffee morning at the Woorayl Golf Club, which will include a speaker and a raffle, with the date yet to be announced.

The meeting culminated with a

delicious Christmas luncheon at the Leongatha RSL. The passing of John Mackie, the husband of Meeniyan Red Cross stalwart Marilyn was acknowledged, with our sincere condolences extended to her and the family. He will be sadly missed.

The Leongatha unit meets in the RSL meeting room at 10.30am on the last Thursday of the month.

Your involvement can be casual, as a friend of Red Cross or you can attend meetings, help out with fundraising, or do more in-depth work with training to attend incidents and disasters.

Members also volunteer at the Red Cross Shop in Inverloch every Friday morning, and assist with Meals on Wheels, as well as other fundraisers such as clearing sales and catering for events.

If you would like to help, or be involved, contact Lois Young on 5668 6275.

POLICE BRIEFS Burra car theft A MOTOR vehicle was stolen from a shed in the rear of a property in King Street, Korumburra.

The theft occurred while the occupants were away, between January 4-9.

The stolen vehicle was a 2006 Suzuki Swift.

Any information about the theft can be directed to Korumburra Police.

Drug, booze charges

Bass Coast Highway Patrol in all apprehended 10 drug and three drunk drivers from around 200 vehicles checked.

Acting Sergeant Clint Gough said it was disappointing so many thought they could leave in this state.

“It takes a lot of time to process all these offenders and we anticipate many more who just drove through were under the influence also,” Acting Sergeant Gough said.

Court date set

A SOUTH Gippsland man has been remanded to Latrobe Valley POLICE are unhappy with the Magistrates’ Court to face child sex behaviour of drivers leaving abuse charges. the weekend’s Unify Festival He will face court on January 20, in Tarwin.

Police apprehended a lot of drug 2020 for a committal mention. Bail and alcohol affected drivers during a was extended. three hour operation.

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Wonthaggi stages a grand show CROWDS filled the Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve over the weekend for the annual Bass Coast Summer Agricultural Show.

The Star was there to capture the day in photos. Main story and more photos on page 13.

Kori Jones of Pound Creek was thrilled her magnificent black, Arqucano rooster was President of the Bass Coast Flyball Club, Wonthaggi’s Eric Van Zuyden, formerly of Leon- awarded champion soft feathered large bird at the Wonthaggi show on Saturday.

Loch siblings Steven and Ash Crouch, with gatha, checked out his team in action on Saturday at the Wonthaggi showgrounds. horse Tara, after Steven and Tara won best mount. They are Korumburra Pony Club members.

Pavilion secretary Brenda Asquith with a stunning quilt crafted by Lisa Fong of Venus There was action aplenty during the Wont- Wonthaggi’s Anna Barnes proudly displayed a big smile and the red sash presented for the best eggs at the show on Saturday. haggi show dog flyball competition.

Bay, which won the patchwork section.

Fat warning: Don’t Council ready block sewers to help

DON’T let fat ruin your summer.

That is the message from South Gippsland Water, in a bid to keep wastewater pipes clear and sewerage draining away from properties.

Tipping your summer food fat down the sink could lead to a sticky, smelly mess. Once cooking fat cools down it solidifies, causing blockages to both household pipes and sewer systems.

If it doesn’t block your pipes, it can block the sewer system.

Water utilities in England are known to have found fatbergs that weigh as much as double decker buses in the London sewer system.

Lesley Beakley of Inverloch with her baby’s article that contributed to her winning aggreThese fatbergs are made up of a congealed gate for crochet and knitting. mass of cooking fats and oils, wet wipes which have been flushed down the drain and other foreign objects that don’t belong in the sewer.

“Thankfully, South Gippsland Water doesn’t have pipes big enough for fatbergs of this magnitude, but that doesn’t mean local systems don’t clog up,” South Gippsland Water’s Philippe du Plessis said.

“If you pour hot cooking oils down the sink, the wastewater pump stations then feel the effects, which in turn causes problems for multiple homes and the environment.

“The solution is simple: collect any fat in a container with a lid, or scrape grease from fry pans and the barbecue into paper towel and dispose of it in the compost or the bin.”

Need to educate some family members of what not to put down the drain? The ‘Don’t flush it’ video is a light hearted look at what not to put down sewer systems and can be viewed on South Gippsland Water’s website: http://www.sgwaThere was plenty of fun to be had in sideshow alley at the show, and Archie and Hazel Jones ter.com.au/services/wastewater/caring-for-oursewers/ of Inverloch enjoyed a spin on the cup and saucer ride.

WELLINGTON Shire Council has introduced a new way to help community groups and people organise successful community projects.

Through the Community Collaborations Program, communities who have a project idea that provides broad community benefit may request council support and advice.

Mayor Cr Alan Hall said the new program would better support those with great ideas see their projects through to fruition.

“People may require advice on potential funding sources or appropriate state or local authorities that may assist with their project idea,” he said.

“Where there is a direct alignment with council’s strategies and policies, council may also participate in the work of the community project.

“This program will assist people with the next steps.”

The Community Collaborations program also offers a series of free community sessions throughout the year.

For more details, visit council’s website www. wellington.vic.gov.au and search for Community Collaborations, or email: community@wellington.vic.gov.au

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STAR PLAYER: Nics McKenzie (Fish Creek), winner of the SGBD Champion of Champions at Inverloch, is joined by runnerup, Robyn Dennis (San Remo), marker Anne Tschiderer (far left) and match umpire Lorraine Dowson (far right).

Inverloch THE Inverloch Bowling Club hosted the Champion of Champions Ladies knock-out Singles Championship for the South Gippsland Bowls Division on Tuesday and Wednesday, January 7 and 8.

All of the division’s club champions were eligible to compete for the right to represent South Gippsland in the quest to further represent the Strzelecki Region against West Gippsland.

The preliminary finals on the Wednesday saw Nics McKenzie (Fish Creek) come up against Janis Parks (Inverloch) and in the other match, Robyn Dennis (San Remo) met Ann Plowman (Mirboo North).

The final between Nics and Janis was a dour struggle with neither really getting an upper hand.

The match was in the balance, 24/23 in favour of Nics who kept her cool and took the final end by two shots, and moved into the final with a three shot win over Janis, 26/23.

The second preliminary final also provided wonderful competition. Robyn took the match by seven shots, 25/18 to move into the final.

In the final, Nics got away to a great start, leading 11/0 after just four ends. After 10 ends, Robyn had reduced Nics’ lead to eight shots.

The next six ends saw a shot for shot struggle between the pair; the 16th end had Nics leading by seven shots (19/12) and it appeared Robyn was on the move, however Nics took control, outscoring

TIDES Here is an easy guide to tides in your area.

To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periods of times as shown below.

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

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(L-R) Winners of the Nicholson Pairs at Leongatha Bowls Club were John Hall and Ray McGannon, with sponsor Daryl McGannon from Edney’s Leongatha.

(L-R) Runners-up in the Nicholson Pairs Leongatha Bowls Club were Martin Hannaford and Alan Centre, with sponsor Daryl Mc- (L-R) Wonthaggi Pairs winners were Frank Gannon from Edney’s Leongatha.

Seaton and Scot Morrison.

Robyn over the next five ends 6/1 to ultimately take the match 25/13 and the honour of representing South Gippsland at a later date against the West Gippsland Champion of Champions winner for the right to represent the Strzelecki Region in the Bowls Victoria, Ladies Champion of Champions competition for 2019-20.

SGBD Saturday Pennant recommenced last Saturday following the Christmas-New Year break in weather that was distinctly cooler and windier.

Division One, who had travelled to Wonthaggi, were beaten on two rinks (0/15-2/21; 0/182/20 and 2/28-0/18), however hung on to take the match by just three shots, 12/61 – 4/59.

The Division Two Blue team didn’t fare as well, going down to Phillip Island on their greens by four shots in a close affair, 2/68 – 14/72.

The Two White team trekked to Toora and scored a clean sweep of all three rinks and registered a 12 shot win, 16/74 – 0/62.

The Division Four team hosted Meeniyan and also registered a three rink clean sweep, winning by 26 shots, 16/91 – 0/65.

Division Five had a mixed bag of results.

Five Blue met Korumburra at home at recorded a convincing 19 shot win (15/78 – 1/59) which was spread over two rinks as one ring were tied 1/21-1/21.

At Corinella, the Five White was beaten by 21 shots with all three rinks suffering losses. Corinella took the match 16/74 – 0/53.

The Inverloch Bowling Club has commenced a fundraising effort for the East Gippsland fire relief fund.

Donations can be made either at the club or wherever you see the red 1935 Albion fire truck.

Thanks go to the Miller family for the use of the truck in support of the fundraising.

To date, more than $3,000 has been raised and this will be supplemented by a concert to be held in the Inverloch Community Hub on Saturday evening.

The event is a BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses. Tables are of eight to 10 so get a table together.

Entry is $20 per head and tickets are available from the club or by ringing Jack on 0458 313 104.

Entertainment on the night will be provided by The Hoffmans, a comedy singing duo.

THIS week got back to more of a normal pattern with Turkey Triples being held on Tuesday because of the New Year holiday.

Some good results with four, four game winners. The runners-up team was Russell May, Glen Cohen, both from Phillip Island, with Marg Pointon, Glen’s sister.

The winners were Rob Aiken, Gav Butler and Trev Teer. Rob and Trev are from Wonthaggi and Gav is from Inverloch. The prize for the best game went to Arthur Moule, Allan Ireland and Guilio Marcolongo.

The Men’s Pairs final was held this week with the winners being Frank Seaton and Scott Morrison. The runners-up were Ben Mattock and Rob Aiken.

Saturday Pennant started this week with the results not going to plan.

Division One hosted Inverloch at home and in a tight match they went down on the last bowl of the day, the final score being 59-61.

Wonthaggi teams recorded two wins and one loss.

Division Two travelled to Leongatha and had a good battle, going down by eight shots with two teams recording wins with one loss, with the final score 69-77.

Division Three hosted Lang Lang at Wonthaggi and after a few good results before the break, this one got away and in the end Lang Lang went on to record a victory, with the final score being 65-81. Wonthaggi had one win and two losses.

Division Four played at Leongatha with a few Wonthaggi bowlers being at Leongatha for the first time.

Wonthaggi went down in a match that for most of the day was a close contest. The final score was 58-77.

No club bowls on Thursday as the South Gippsland Division of the Ladies State Fours will be played at Wonthaggi on Thursday and Friday.

Wonthaggi bowlers will be playing in that event so come along and support our local players.

The following Thursday, January 23 will be the January Nominated Triples and there is a sheet in the clubhouse.

On Tuesday night, January 14 Bare Foot Bowls restarts.

Leongatha IT WAS a big week of bowls this week. On Tuesday, Angela Hackett had a great game against Nicole McKenzie in the Champion of Champions, however Nicole came away with the win and then went on to win the Champion of Champions.

On Wednesday night, Wayne Walker and Vito Serafino played the first round of Men’s Champion of Champion pairs at Korumburra.

The in-form Vito got the boys off to a terrific start every end and Wayne played perfect conversions when needed.

They now advance to the second round to be played at Korumburra on Wednesday at 6.30pm.

If you are unable to make it you can watch the live-stream on Leongatha Bowls Club’s Facebook page.

Saturday pennant saw all three teams come away with a win.

Division One 16/78 defeated Corinella 0/60.

Division Two 12/77 defeated Wonthaggi 4/69 and Division Four 16/77 defeated Wonthaggi 0/58.

Sunday we hosted one of our major events, the Nicholson Pairs sponsored by Edney’s Leongatha. Winners on the day were John Hall and Ray McGannon.

Runners-up were Martin Hannaford and Alan Centre. Thank you to Edney’s Leongatha for their continued support.

Today Tuesday pennant returns from the break with Division One home to Korumburra and Division Two home to Wonthaggi.

Wonthaggi

Yarram NORTH Gippsland Bowls Association held the final of the Ladies Singles Champion of Champions at Maffra on Thursday, January 9.

Yarram’s representative in this event was Wendy Helms who drew Jan Morton from Sale in the first round.

The result of this game was Jan won 25/11 with Wendy winning nine of 22 ends.

Jan went on to play Gail McKenzie from West Sale in the final, with Gail winning 25/10 to become the Champion of Champions and the opportunity to represent NGBA at the regionals.

Jan and Gail recently played together to win the Victorian Pairs and went on to the Australian Titles held at Merimbula.

Keep Australia Day free, on Sunday, January 26. The Yarram Bowls Club will be holding a day of social bowls open to all whether a current bowler or someone who just wishes to have a go with assistance provided by experienced bowlers.

The day will commence at 10am with a flag raising ceremony, and then there will be three games of triples, each of 10 ends, with a break midway for barbecue lunch which is included in the entry fee of $10.

Contact the Yarram Country Club to register your name or come down to the bowls club rooms with lists posted in both locker rooms.

It is single entry only which must be in by 5pm, Friday January 24, with teams being selected on the day. All Yarram Bowls Club members are encouraged to play and where possible bring a non-bowling friend or two helping to make this day a success.

Members are requested to wear uniform and visitors may wear casual clothes with flat bottomed shoes.

Saturday Pennant will resume Saturday, January 18 with both teams playing at home, Division One against Sale White and Division Two against Maffra. Teams available in the men’s locker room.

Yarram Women’s ON January 7 the ladies played their championship fours with two teams competing.

They were Wendy Helms, Nola Mitchell, Sue Waugh and Rosie Vine, with the other team comprising Chris Banik, Denise Richardson, Bev Vicino and Rhonda Young.

The scores did not indicate how hard the game was and the winner was the rink of Chris Banik with the final score being 19 to 14 shots.

This team will now go onto play at Maffra on February 6 in the divisional fours and they will come up against last year’s winners in West Sale.

Also the winners of the pairs, Denise Richardson and Rosie Vine, will be competing in the divisional pairs at West Sale on January 16 and they have a first round bye.

Spectators are welcome, with the starting time being 9.30. Mid Week Pennant resumes today Tuesday, January 14 and the game will be played at Yarram against Stratford Allstars. All spectators are welcome.

Yarram Bowls Club’s new four champions were decided last week with (L-R) Chrissy (L-R) Wonthaggi Turkey Triples winners Banik, Denise Richards, Bev Vicino and were Rob Aiken, Gav Butler and Trev Teer.

Rhonda Young taking the crown.

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HAMMO’S DAY: Meeniyan golf winner Korumburra Golf Club B Grade winners, Mathew Padley, Ross Batten, Bruce Betts Meeniyan’s mixed winners were Paul Lepfrom left, Doc Dixon, Tim O’Neill (captain) and John Harrison with sponsors Roy Beau- age, Peter Gilder, Susan Straw and Heather McCaughan. mont and Neil Hamilton. and Bob Stiff.

Foster ON TUESDAY, January 7: Norm Cooper (10) won with 40 pts, from Robin Smith (20) on 36.

Thursday January 9: Nick Buckland (16) is now showing his full potential winning with 41 pts. DTL: Andrew Brown (21) 39, Barb Britten (18) and Peter Cambridge (12) both on 38. NTP’s were Dave Hutchinson and Merle Barham.

Saturday, January 11: Medal Day for Simon Barwick Trophies. Tony Vanin was in sparkling form to win with 73-6-67. B Grade was won by Danny Jenkins with 93-24-69. DTL: Robert Fulton 68, Stuart Canning 69, Chris Buckland and Steve Reid both on 70, and Gary Buckland and Lindsay Warfe both on 71.

NTP: Steve Reid, Andrew Shatten, Robert Fulton, Tony Vanin and Chris Buckland.

Tony Vanin and Chris Buckland tied the best scratch score – both with 73 off the stick. Dead eye Tony also won the putting with 23 putts.

The 9 holes was won by Steve Reid with 21 pts. Owen Kindellan had a convincing win in the Encouragement award with 88 net.

Barb Warren (12) won the ladies with 37 pts from Val Gow (35) on 32, with NTP Judy Prain.

Sunday January 12 was a Charity Ambrose Event for Prom Country Aged Care. Scratch Winners with 60 were S Hasson, M Hasson, R Hasson and Fred. Ladies Hcp winners were Deb Williams, Barb Warren, Jan Best and Margaret Blake 60 ¼.

Mens’s winners were Trent Price, Brad Cooper, Travis Manne and Johnny Danckert with 52 1/8. Mixed winners were G Watkins, H Watkins, K Sinclait and J Sinclair with 53 3/8. NTP’s were Barb Britten (2), Beth Curram (2), Shane Corrie, Tony Vanin, Noel Black, Scott Rathjen and Travis Manne. A great crowd supported the day and over $3500 was raised for PCAC. Beginners Clinics are on each Tuesday at 10am. We have very good numbers coming along to the beginners clinics, and some very promising players are about to make an exciting start to their golfing careers.

Korumburra TUESDAY, January 7 - stableford Winner: Steve Duffield with 38 points.

Wednesday, January 8: A Grade winners were Lee Clements (14) and Heather Grist (19) +12. B Grade winners were Lyn McIvor (19) and Sharon Adams (38) +5.

NTPs: Johanna van den Heiligenberg first, 10th: Lyn McIvor, 13th: Jenny Blackmore Thursday, January 9 - stableford Winner: Chris Clements with 39 points.

Saturday, January 11- South African modified pairs, sponsor was Trevor Humphrey.

A cold wind was blowing on Saturday morning, but things improved during the day.

The unique format of South African modified pairs provided some entertainment, joy and sadness depending on how the pairs did in the final six holes of multiplier.

A Grade winners were Rob Gallagher and Shane Sartori with 80 points. B Grade winners were Ian Dixon and Bob Stiff with 65 points.

NTPs: Ian Cash first, seventh Athol Worthy, 10th John Payne and 13th Darren O’Neill.

Women: South African modified pairs winners were Deb Wrigley and Marg Clasby with 66 points.

NTPs: Deb Wrigley first, 10th Lyn McIvor and 13th Johanna van den Heiligenberg.

Korumburra Women’s

Betty Thomson and Gail Beer. The nearest the pin winners were Johanna van den Heiligenberg on the first, Lyn McIvor on the 10th and Jenny Blackmore on the 13th green.

Thursday twilight was played in beautiful Summer conditions with Merrissa and Peter Cosson having the winning score of 23 pts.

The runners up were Diarne and Terry Maskell on 22 pts.

On Saturday, five pairs played a Modified South African fourball, where partners take their best score for the first six holes, then add their scores for the next six holes and lastly multiply their scores for the final six holes.

Marg Clasby (23) and Deb Wrigley (23) played consistently and had the best total of 66 pts to be the winners.

Nearest the pins were won by Deb Wrigley on the first hole, Lyn McIvor on the 10th and Johanna van den Heiligenberg on the 13th green.

There’s been a few ‘bloopers’ lately, so make sure to jot them down to embarrass some members at presentations.

Leongatha ON TUESDAY of last week a big field of 89 golfers contested a Stableford competition. Mark Lafferty, playing off 3, had 37 points to take the A Grade honours. Off his 3 handicap this represents a round of 2 over the card.

B Grade was won by Peter Read with a great score of 40 points, Warren Dummett had a win in C Grade with 39 points and Gerry Mooney won D Grade with 37 points.

Nearest the Pins, and both only just over a metre away, were Keith Finney on the 14th hole and Fran O’Brien on the 16th. DTL balls went to 33 points by countback.

On Thursday 97 golfers contested a Stableford Competition in which Mark Angelucci had 38 points to win A Grade, Jeff Brewer won B Grade with 35 points, Ron Paice was a winner in C Grade with 40 points and Frank Smedley took the D Grade honours with 33 points.

Nearest the Pins were Craig Hutchinson on the 14th hole and John Simon on the 16th.

Saturday’s Monthly Medal Day was won by Ian Blencowe with net 70 in a countback from Nick Hill, who won C Grade with his net 70.

Mark Lafferty continued his great form to win A Grade with net 73, B Grade was taken out by Bruce Christison with net 71 and Brad Hines had a net 68 to win D Grade.

As a Pay/Play member Brad was unfortunately ineligible for the Monthly Medal.

Nearest the Pins were Paul Richardson on the 14th hole and Peter Hart on the 16th.

Leongatha Women’s FIFTY-five players took to the field last Wednesday for the stableford event with Denis McDonald enjoying the great condition of the course (which he helps to maintain) bringing home a score of 37 points, playing off 17.

B Grade winner was Susan Bowler (28) 39 pts, and a visitor from Warrnambool Golf Club Sam Marris won C Grade (35) 41 pts.

DTL balls went To Anna de Bondt 38 pts, Fay Quilford, Marg Griffiths 35 pts, Alison Strong 34 pts, Pat Pease, Coralie Baker, Anne Larkin and Russell Williams 33pts, Ashleigh Hutton, Nanette Meagher, Joanne Baron, Tyler Marotti and Liz Hodge 32 pts c/b. Ntps: 14th Viv French, 16th Russell Williams.

Seven ladies contested the nine-hole event with Trish Miller (35) 20 pts winning, DTL Viv French 19 pts c/b.

Our first monthly medal for the year was contested on Saturday and the winner was Sue Bowler (27) 76 net, well ahead of the other 15 players.

DTL balls went to Ashleigh Hutton 79 net, Marg Griffiths, Liz Hodge and Anna de Bondt 80 net and Coral Gray 81 net c/b.

ting tribute to Ian Hamilton after whom the event is named.

Players gather for the day every year and enjoy an novelty Ambrose event sponsored for the past several years by Neil Hamilton and Roy Beaumont.

Winners of the event by 1/8th were Ross Batten, John Harrison Matthew Padley and Bruce Betts with 53 5/8.

Runners up were Ash Zeudema Jacob Burns Ryan Mcknight and Ethan Park 53 6/8 on a count back from Graham Kofeod, Leon McConnell, Steven Walsh and Justin Hurst also 53 6/8.

Mixed winners were Paul Lepage, Peter Gilder, Susan Straw and Heather McCaughan with 55 7/8.

Runners up in mixed event Faye Lepage, Charlie Lepage, Col Graeme and Jo Graeme 58 7/8.

Longest drive with the Power Pod Craig Christie.

NAGA team Owen Straw, Alistair Straw, George Batten and Graeme Watkins 63 5/8.

NTP ‘s Brian Erving and Irene Holm on 8th and Simon Sullivan 14th.

Yarram’s Joe Foat (14) with an impressive plus two won Yarram Golf Club’s Saturday’s B Grade par event.

Youlten 37, Alan Bowmar 35. NTP to Howard Mackinder.

Stableford nine-hole: Vin Tuddenham was the winner, scoring 21. Ball sweep: Bill Howard 21, Alan Anstey 19, Ray Hender 19, Jim McEachem 19.

Saturday, January 11 – monthly stableford Winners were: A Grade - Michael Scott with 38. B Grade - Jonathon Clayton with 42. C Grade - Dio Apostolopoulos with 41. NTPs: second Geoff Linguey, fourth Alan Cubbon, eigth Jonathon Clayton, 13th Stephen Geri and 17th Beau Van Agtmaal.

Ball sweep: Warwick Judkens 41, Richard Johnson 40, Ian Johnson 39, Jim McEachern 39, Noel Cook 38, Marc McDonald 38, Cohen Van Mirboo North Der Velde 38, Alan Wright 37, Phillip Studham 37, Brad Pinal 37, Kevin Loughran 37, Ray HenThursday, January 9: Format: Stableford.

Winner: J. McFarlane 38 (14). Grade Winner: der 37, Ian McDonald 37, Kevin Bayley 37, Peter N. Winchello 37 (19). DTL’s: J. Kus 37 (16), J. Dell 37, Garry Bates 36, David Williams (GarTaylor 36 (23), S. McKenzie 36 (36), S. Nair field) 36 and Beau Van Agtmaal 36.

35 (30) Propin R. Jenkins. Birdies: 4th J. RobWoorayl bins, J. McFarlane. 6th S. Evans. 16th R. PentSATURDAY, January 11: 4 ball Aggregate Stablland. Starters 26. eford. Proudly sponsored by Larkin Printers.

Saturday, January 11: Format: Stableford The course was in perfect condition with a Winner: D. Taylor 43 (22). A Grade: T. Bradfantastic 20mm of rain Friday evening. 38 players shaw 39 (9). NTP’s: 1st K. Clerks, 4th T. Bradshaw, 6th J. Blunsden, 13th J. Smith, 16th J. enjoyed the cooler conditions, winner’s were the Kus. Birdies: 6th N. Baker, J. Blunsden. DTL’s father and son duo Brian Hogan and Tyler Hogan D. Taylor 65 (24), R. Hosking 67 (28), B. 75, runners up Ashley Peters and Brett Stubbs 73, Clarke 68 (25), J. Robbins 68 (13), T. Traill 69 BDL Graeme Calder and Kevin Riseley 69, Craig Hall and Ray Sullivan 68, John Diaper and Robin (16). Starters: 26 Gourlay 67, Geoff McKinnon and Jason Redmond Welshpool 64 on a C/B from the unfortunate Tom Ryan and TUESDAY’S nine hole pub stableford barbe- Ashley Turner.

NTP 8th Ray Sullivan, 17th Brian Collier, ball cue event was won by Richard Knowles with 16 raffle J Hickey syndicate. points from balls down line to Pappy Pope 15.

Next Saturday is a Stableford and Sunday the Nearest the pin on 17 was Brian MacPherson.

Pub points were Welshpool 13.6, Toora 5, Pier John Bolge tribute day with Nathan Lovie singing. Don’t forget raffle night Thursday.

Port 7.5.

On Wednesday the ladies played their monthly Yarram medal where Rachael Brown had a blinder to record a net 67 (19) to win the medal. BDL went to STRETCH Harty (22) had a day out to record plus 5 to be declared overall and D Grade winner in Peta Barlow 72 (25).

Nearest the pin on eight was Peta Barlow and Saturday’s par event.

Dale Bell (9) got the nod in A grade with plus the least number of putts went to Jeanette Swann two. Joe Foat (14) also with plus 2 won B Grade with 28 putts.

Sue Brown came in with a net 78 (34) and Jea- and Dan Dwyer (18) with plus 3 was the C Grade victor. Down the line awards went to Mark Goulnette Swann 78 (28).

Friday’s nine hole chicken run was won by den plus two and a further seven players on plus Stan Walker with 22 points from BDL’s to Greg one were recognised.

Brock Dyke won the NTP on first, Bill Reid Wilkinson 21, Pappy Pope 20 and Alan Hayes 19 seven, Dylan Rash 15with Hank Van Lambaart on count back from Peta Barlow.

NTP on eight Brian MacPherson and the la- getting the money and Joe Razinger the 18th.

Stretch Harty also won the vets with Dwyer, dies second shot on six to Peta Barlow.

Goulden and Foat recognised.

Other scores were Peta Barlow 19, Richard Dylan Rash winning birdie ball awards on Knowles 18, David Lucas, Brian MacPherson and 15 and 18. Kaye Irwin (23) with 30 points winGary Brown all with 17.

Saturday the men played a mulligans event ning the Ladies Stableford and also the NTP on that saw Pappy Pope win with net 65 (20) from the 15th. Noel Underwood (16) with a superb 42 Alan Hayes 66 (20), Gary Brown came in with 71 points won Tuesday’s A Grade stableford.

Ryan Underwood (18) with 40 points won B (28), Harry Barlow 73 (32) and David Bligh 78 grade. Bill Reid 7 and Alan Ross 15 the NTP’s on (26). NTP on three to Alan Hayes.

On Sunday the Toora Foodworks sponsored 18 the day. Alan Ross 20 points led Thursday’s nine hole stableford event was won by Harry Barlow hole event with George Jenkins and Bill Reid both 19 and Allen Baggaley 18 points recognised. with 39 points.

Alan Ross 15 and Bill Reid 18 winning the Balls down the line went to Dan Conley 36, NTP’s.

Dan Dwyer and Eric Greenaway each Greg Wilkinson 35. NTP ladies six hole second shot to Lois Pope and the men’s 15 to Graham with 33 points the best of the locals in Sunday’s Traralgon Plate.

English.

Other scores were Brian MacPherson 34, Tom Yarram Women’s Welsh 32 Graeme Brennan 31 and Stan Walker SEVEN ladies played a stableford event on Tues30. Put your entries on the board for the Drum- day January 7. mond Golf 4BBB men and ladies on Sunday, FebWinner was Barbara Cox with 34 points. on ruary 2. count back.

Assemble 9.30 for a 10.00am start.

Nearest the pin on 15 was Lois Gronow, Target hole on first, Barbara Cox and 18 Marilyn Wonthaggi Ross.

THURSDAY, January 9 – stableford 18-hole Down the line ball to Sandra Denovan. Next Chris Wilkinson won the competition with 39. week’s event stableford.

Ball sweep: Phillip McCrimmon 39, Ben

ELEVEN pairs enjoyed a warm day on the course on Wednesday to play the 4 BBB par competition.

The course looked a treat, thanks to much hard work by our ground staff and the army of volunteers. Heather Grist (19) and Lee Clements (14) had the standout score of +12 to win A Grade, Meeniyan with Judy Webb (20) and Merrissa Cosson (19) the runners up on +5.

MEENIYAN golf course was in great condition B Grade was won by Lyn McIvor (19) and for the staging of the Annual Hammos Power pod Sharon Adams (38) with +5 on a countback from day. This is the 26th year of this event and is a fit- Clark 38, Keith Ridout 38, Peter Young 37, Gary

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WHAT A SIGHT: The scene of more than 140 classic and vintage cars on the Korumburra showgrounds oval was a sight to behold. Photo courtesy Gerard Bruning @fourcorners framing

Adrenalin rush for car buffs THE South Gippsland branch of the Gippsland Historical Automobile Club held its 37th annual swap meet at the Korumburra Showgrounds last Sunday.

The cooler conditions combined with sunny periods made for a perfect day to browse for a bargain or drool over the stunning classic and vintage cars on display.

Many buyers felt they had purchased the bargain of the day and were sighted taking their piece of car history out with them. Maybe the next car renovation of the future!

Others were using their purchase to deck out their “man cave” with a new sign for the wall or stool for the bar.

Whatever the purpose the day was full of fun and fossicking.

The purists are camped at the gate ready for the official opening of the gates at 6am while oth-

ers such as families usually venture out later that morning.

Crowd numbers were up with an estimate of 5000-6000 heading through the gates with reports of about 140 show cars on display. Sites were also well up with 400 stallholders selling goods.

Lynne Nicholas, swap meet secretary, said the only factor this year were the smoke and fires which prompted a few to call and ask if the event still on.

“Apart from that we were blessed with the weather and had a huge attendance,” she said.

Korumburra Scouts cooked up a feast on the Saturday night while Korumburra Rotary Club along with the Korumburra and Leongatha Lions clubs catered on the day.

Some 80 members of the automobile club helped on the day, on the gate, parking cars and generally making sure the event ran smoothly.

Peter Tack of Kongwak, Bob Newton and Nigel Hutchinson-Brooks catch up on Bob’s stand at the swap meet.

First time market-goer, Kenny Sole, from Frankston was happy with his sell-off of these old tins.

Grabbing a bargain were Amy and Jayden Peters of Korumburra with a sign they’ll use in their “man cave” for a bar seat. “We were sold the item for $50 but gave the guy $100 because it was so cheap,” Jayden said.

Just some of the 80 members of the South Gippsland branch of the Gippsland Historical Heading down the road from Yarram to check out the items were, (L-R) Kim Baggaley, Automobile Club who helped on the day were, (L-R) Gerard Bruning, Arthur Matsoukas, Ray Poletti and John Elliott. grandsons Patrick and Roger Baggaley and Allen Baggaley.

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Grand Ridge supports fire victims IT was lovely to wake to a cool, damp morning for our delayed start to parkrun in 2020 and a chance to see if our festive cheer had added a bit more load to carry as we made our way back up our infamous ‘gentle incline.’

After a warm welcome and introductions from Kat Smith on her run directing debut, 32 people ran, jogged and walked along our beautiful trail through the rainforest.

After completing a few parkruns at other venues over the festive season for special events and cancellations due to smoke it was lovely to be back on our delightfully damp trail that is nice and soft underfoot.

Steve Quirk was heard to say that this made him a bit slow, although we noticed that didn’t stop him running a PB on his first outing of the year.

Five others ran PBs this week including AsEach competitor enjoyed their run, jog or walk along the trail on Saturday, with everyone ton Arthur, Mackenzie, Lacy and Amy White, and Mary He, who took an extraordinary minute and a happy to start the new year. half off her previous best.

Grand Ridge Rail Trail parkrun was brought to you by 10 volunteers this week – Bill Barry,

Wonthaggi athletes show development

WE felt exceptionally grateful for our fine weather conditions and clean air quality on Saturday as we held our first Little Athletics meet for 2020.

We were lighter on numbers compared to usual due to some of our members that are still on holiday.

We had many parents lending a hand to set up and pack up the hurdles and help to run the events, which helps the morning to run smoothly.

Despite only having 38 athletes competing, they managed to record a total of 53 PB’s.

It was great to see so many of our young athletes getting excited about their own improvements and really cheering on their fellow competitors.

Savannah O’Keefe and Millie Butler-Hemming were our star performers, both managing to achieve four personal best results.

Athletes from the U9s age group and up wishing to compete in the Gippsland Country

Amy White, Lynette McCarthy, Lisa Riley, Darcy Linforth, Liz Radcliffe, Jessie Holland, Stacey Harriage, Kat Smith and Paula Calafiore – with special thanks to our visitors from Inverloch and Koonwarra who made the trip up the hill to help fill our roster this week.

While the horrors of the fires unfolding to the north and east of us resulted in last week’s event being cancelled due to the smoky conditions here, it was a very small inconvenience compared to that being suffered by our parkrun family in other parts of the state and beyond.

As part of the recovery process, once it is safe to do so, we are being encouraged to head out to the fire-affected communities that rely so heavily on people spending their summers there.

They need our support to help keep their communities and businesses vibrant, as they have been so sadly impacted this year.

If you are able to take a trip to one of these communities, see if you can drop in on their parkrun too and show them your support.

Maybe if you have a few more Gippsland parkruns to tick off so this gives you a great excuse to get them done.

Region Championships can enter via the LA Vic website.

A reminder to parents and friends that we will be holding our committee meeting tomorrow at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club at 6.30pm.

New members are welcome.

Here is a list of our athletes that achieved PB’s this week.

Savannah Okeefe 4; Millie Butler-Hemming 4; Tevuro Ihomana Montgomery 3; Jarvis McDonald 3; Ben Bellairs 3; Archie Dynes 3; Charlie Chasemore 3;Baia Pugh 2; Jude Rigby 2; Hayden Purton 2; Mollie-Valentine Ransom 2; Chelsie Rowe 2; Aidan Smyth 2; Timothy Wallace 2; Jaxon Blackman 2; Dane Rowe 2; Rosinda Charlton 2; Sam Sheppard 2; Lachlan Eastwood 2; James Lewis 1; Jillianne Wallace 1; Kade Rigby 1 Beau-Jack Ransom 1; Darby Smyth 1; Ruby Atkinson 1; Rhys Geiberras 1; Joel Geiberras 1; ALL SMILES: Parkrunners like Amy White, a volunteer on Saturday, were in great spirits Charlie Butler-Hemming 1; Samuel Scott 1; Moat the weekend, as over 30 took to the trail to enjoy nature, with some also recording pernique Ringrose 1

sonal bests.

Allambee Mirboo and District Tennis results Section One Korumburra 6.60 defeated Inverloch Kroams 3.49.

Koonwarra 5.57 defeated Leongatha 4.51.

Leongatha North 5.52 defeated Inverloch Storm 4.43.

Ladder Inverloch Kroams ..................91 Korumburra........................83.5 Leongatha North.................71.5 Inverloch Storm.....................59 Koonwarra.............................51 Leongatha..............................40 Section Two Outtrim 8.71 defeated Korumburra Green 1.37.

Berry’s Creek 6.57 defeated Leongatha Barty 3.45.

Leongatha Millman 3.58 defeated Baromi 6.53.

Korumburra Blue BYE. Ladder Outtrim...................................97 Baromi...................................80 Leongatha Milman.................65

Korumburra Green..............61.5 Berry’s Creek......................59.5 Korumburra Blue...................58 Leongatha Barty.....................42 Tennis is back after Christmas and the New Year break.

Good to see a number of players returning from injury.

Let’s hope these can continue now for the remainder of the season.

Korumburra played well to win over top team Inverloch Kroams, and Koonwarra won against Leongatha by six games.

Leongatha North won their match against Inverloch Storm.

Outtrim won 8-1, but the score did not reflect what a great day’s tennis it was.

A tiebreaker each way and an 8/6.

Outtrim tennis courts is a great venue, which adds a lovely atmosphere to a day’s tennis.

Berry’s Creek won against

Leongatha Barty with a tiebreaker the closest set going to Leongatha Barty.

Berry’s Creek managed to come out on top by 12 games.

Baromi v Leongatha Millman was the match of the round.

Baromi won six sets, but Millman won five more games, taking the win and the two points.

Well done to all players.

This game goes to show how important every game is in our great sport.

Tournaments are on next week, January 18 at the Leongatha tennis courts.

The Grand Ridge Rail Trail plays home to Players please be at the courts many people and animals each weekend for by 9.30am for a 10am start. parkrun.

Ladies doubles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles will all be played.

A good family day for all.

Come along and enjoy.

South Gippsland Bridge Club results Friday, January 10 at Inverloch North/South First with a solid 57.74 percent was the everreliable pair of Deb Anglim and Jack Kuiper.

Second with an accomplished 56.55 percent was the talented pair of Clive Hope and Alan Johnston. Third with 50.30 percent were Richard Moss and Dirk Jacobs.

East/West First with the stunning score of 64.88 percent was the very capable pair of Kaye Douglas and John Sutton.

Second with a sound 51.79 percent were Marie Sands and Ken McKenzie.

Third with 51.49 percent was the steadily improving pair of Maureen Stiles and Penny Loughran.

Monday, January 6 at Meeniyan First with the score of the week and an outstanding 70.83 percent was the highly-skilled pair of Faye Rowlands and Frank Arndt.

Second with a strong 64.58 percent was the up and coming combination of Richard Moss and John French.

Third with 50 percent were Neville Chapman The Grand Ridge Rail Trail’s surroundings at and Dirk Jacobs.

Please check the club website for coming Mirboo North were as lush as ever as participants made their way to the finish line. events. Visitors are always welcome.

SOUTH GIPPSLAND BRIDGE CLUB

BEGINNERS LESSONS THE CLUB WILL OFFER A SERIES OF FREE BEGINNERS LESSONS IN FEBRUARY AT INVERLOCH Phone Alan Johnston 5674 1838/ 0428 567 418 or Neville Chapman 0427 392 979 to register

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NIPPING IT IN THE BUD: The Inverloch SLSC finished its Nippers program for the year recently and each participant thoroughly enjoyed their time learning in the program.

Inverloch celebrates nippers INVERLOCH Surf Life Saving Club’s Nippers finished with a Club Championship day after their seven day program.

“Two hundred and sixty four very keen nippers participated, which included 27 undertaking their Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC).

They listened to their age managers and made the most of the water conditions to build their water confidence, boarding skills, sprints, flags and introduction to first aid including CPR,”said Nippers coordinator Lucy Chambers.

“We were well supported with 25 age managers and up to 65 water safety volunteers each day. Our water safety members are

just brilliant at engaging the Nippers, with many of them coming through the Nipper program themselves. Many of the water safety crew ask to remain with their age group and enjoy seeing the kids develop their skills each year”.

Jenna Harman, who was a water safety volunteer with the U13s and U14s group said she “enjoyed helping out with the water aspect of the program. When I was a Nipper I was not really confident in the water and I can relate to the kids in these age groups that sometimes struggle with the boards and the waves. If I can be in the water with them as a water safety member, I can encourage them and give them the confidence to continue.”

Just as the Nippers catch up with friends from last season, so do

the water safety cohort.

Jenna said “it feels like a massive community event and it’s great to see how the Nippers have grown and changed over the winter period.”

Social and fundraising events were also held, including tie dyeing over 100 t-shirts for kids and adults, a trivia night combined with movie night for the younger kids and a talent show.

Oscar Hughes and Marnie Banks from the U13s age group were awarded with perpetual Nipper of the Year trophies while Bendigo Bank generously donated community encouragement awards of a $50 voucher to a male and female in each age group.

Local harness drivers set for 72km drive MEMBERS of Southern Cross Harness Club, which holds monthly drives and camps around the local district, will join other harness enthusiasts for a 72km fundraiser harness drive from Leongatha to Port Welshpool over the Australia Day long weekend.

It is the second time that the club will co-host this event with the Maffra-based Eastern Vic Pleasure Harness Club, under the auspices of the Australian Carriage Driving Society, to support the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.

A similar drive held in 2018 along the Gippsland Plains Rail Trail raised more than $5,000 for the charity.

Harness drivers are welcome to join this drive along the Great Southern Rail Trail by taking a ‘one-event’ option if they are not ACDS members.

However, be quick as entries close this Friday, January 17.

Entries are limited to 20 vehicles and some drivers from across Victoria and interstate are attending.

Eastern Victoria MP Harriet Shing will of-

ficially ‘send off’ the event from Leongatha at 10am on Saturday, January 25.

Overnight stops will be made at Buffalo and Bennison.

A support crew will travel on roads nearby and meet the drivers at various points with a water tank and a toilet.

Trips will also be made for meals and back to floats to help the drivers.

Everyone is welcome to cheer on the drivers along the way or to support the event with a tax deductible donation or by buying a raffle ticket (lots of prizes, many equine-relevant).

For all enquiries please contact Leanne Prosser by phone on 0427 924 662 or by email to ranleighponystud@yahoo.com.au. Donations are tax deductible and are accepted up to January 27 2020.

If passing the harness drive from behind on a bicycle, please ring your bell well before you get close so that drivers and equines are aware of your approach.

Cyclists who do not ring their bells or who CHARITY DRIVE: Local harness drivers will cover 72kms in a three-day fundraiser drive ring them just as they pass a cart can startle the along the Great Southern Rail Trail over the Australia Day long weekend. Join in, wave to harness animal who cannot hear their approach them or support their effort with a charitable donation or raffle ticket purchase. over the noise of the cart.

Toora pool celebrates 50 years IN 1970, the Toora community celebrated the opening of the long-awaited outdoor pool complex.

MILESTONE MADE: Since its opening day in 1970, pictured here, the Toora pool has provided the community with fun times. The committee is celebrating all of these memories to mark 50 years of the pool later this month.

To celebrate the journey from the very beginning to what we are enjoying today, the Toora Pool Committee invites you to join them for a morning tea.

It will be a great chance to catch up with old friends and reminisce on days

gone by.

Many remember the slide and how cold it was in the early days, and some will also remember swimming in the original pool at Muddy Creek.

This will be a great event culminating with the launch of Neil Everitt’s new book documenting the history of the Toora Pool ‘A Place to Swim.’

The event is on Sunday, January 26 starting at

10.30am and will be finished by 12.30pm when the pool will open to swimmers for the afternoon.

We hope to see you there.

Yarram’s Tuesday Ladies tennis is set to recommence in February.

Anyone wishing to play can now register.

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Parrots poised for big preseason LOSING a grand final is never easy, and often times the losing team can find itself with a lack of hunger and spirit heading into the next season, but this isn’t the case with Leongatha’s senior side.

coach Carbis said.

“The boys are really keen to hit the ground running though, and we’re looking forward to playing Drouin in Drouin and hopefully getting a good win.”

If the team can get a strong preseason under While they suffered a heartbreaking loss to its belt, there’s no reason why the Parrots can’t Maffra in last year’s big dance, the Parrots are ea- be right back in the premiership mix come next ger to get stuck-in to the final months of preseason season. and set about righting their wrongs.

“It was bitter disappointment but there’s a hunger to win again,” coach Paul Carbis said.

“There are a few players who are going to go around again because of it and the hunger now is probably bigger than what it was last year.”

Some of the team has already participated in multiple preseason sessions dating back to early December, but with many players now returning from their breaks, training is set to go up a gear.

EXTRA DRIVE: After suffering a painful defeat in the grand final last season, Leongatha Some of last year’s players will be missing however, with Chris Dunne, Josh Hopkins, Brock is as hungry as ever to challenge for a flag.

Davidson and Rhett Kelly all leaving for various reasons.

Nick Nagel will also be overseas during the season and Hayden Brown will be assessing his ability to go again after a season of injury.

Despite departures, the rest of the players from 2019 are committed to going one better in season 2020.

“There are a few players who are going to go around again because of the loss,” coach Carbis said.

“With the amount of kids and young talent we have coming through as well we should be fine.”

Preseason sessions have already been held but training will be ramped up on around February 4, which gives the Parrots side eight to nine weeks to prepare for round one.

They will take on Drouin in Drouin in that game, a strong test for their opening game of the season.

“We’ve been careful because we don’t want Josh Hopkins will be moving on from the to bring them all back too early and burn them Parrots this season after a brilliant contribuout. They need their time off after a long season,” tion at the club.

Girlfriend Kate Turner was happy with the new haircut.

Close shave for Heppell DYSON Heppell, Leongatha’s favourite son (along with Roughie, of course), has shaved off his famous locks in favour of a close-cropped new do.

It seems like an extreme move, but certainly for a good cause: vital funds for Wildlife Victoria and the Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund to help out with effects of the East Gippsland fires.

Leading up the shave last Friday, the Essendon captain had already raised $285,000.

That figure continues to rise.

For Dyson, the affects of the fires are close enough to home.

In the lead up to the shave he said: “Sending all of my love and support to all of the communities who have been impacted by the bush fires. In light of this the mop is finally coming off to raise as much as we can.”

Cade Maskell is one player who will be looking to have a strong preseason in preparation Donations can be made to: http://bit.ly/ BE BRAVE, SHAVE: Dyson Heppell sans skippers-shave for a successful 2020. his famous dreadlocks.

Walruses on the hunt ALWAYS looking for new members, the Walkerville Walruses ocean swimming group have gone from strength to strength.

According to one of the members Francine Slifirski, the group is possibly “the fastest growing swimming club in South Gippsland.”

Membership is now over 20 swimmers with at least 10 of these gathering regularly for a swim during summer months and long weekends for amid-afternoon swim between Walkerville North and South and back following a traditional afternoon tea and chat.

The group is very social but also pretty serious at the same time, many having recently competing in the Current Cruiser swimming event held at Sandy Point, many gaining their personal bests over the 500 and 1500 metre course, Martin Tobin and Anne Wallington amongst the star performers.

If you wish to have a swim with the group, SOCIAL AND SERIOUS: (L-R), Paul Norrie, Lucy Bradlow, Hugh Bradlow, Michael Salt, with all standards of swimmers welcome, call Anne Wallington, Mark Huntington, Nick Johns-Wickberg, Anna Sliferski, Penny Neville, Francine Slifirski, Michael Rowland, Martin Tobin and Jo Slifirski.

Margaret Harrison 0411 232 896.

LDCA Ladders A Grade - Division 1 Nerrena ...........96 OMK ..............90 Phillip Is .........80 Town ..............72 Club ................66 Inverloch ........62 Korumburra ....24 Glen Alvie ......6

1.5128 1.4597 1.3390 1.3817 1.2486 0.9208 0.5864 0.3782

A Grade - Division 2 Imperials ........94 Koony L/RSL .84 MDU ..............84 Foster..............54 Poowong-Loch ..48 Kilcunda-Bass 12

1.8529 1.8091 0.7650 0.7522 1.3363 0.3687

B Grade - Division 1 OMK ..............102 2.6841 Korumburra ....92 2.2193 Phillip Island ..80 1.6256 Club ................78 1.6175 Koony L/RSL .60 1.0634 Foster..............54 0.9032 MDU ..............48 1.0130 Town ..............48 0.8284

Kilcunda-Bass 48 Inverloch ........42 Nerrena ...........42 Poowong-Loch ..42 Glen Alvie ......30 Imperials ........6

0.7454 0.8688 0.8328 0.5738 0.5282 0.4662

C Grade - Division 1 Phillip Island ..98 OMK ..............90 Club ................90 Nerrena ...........72 Koony L/RSL .54 Korumburra ....48 Inverloch ........24 MDU ..............12

1.8704 1.8519 1.2191 0.7981 0.9625 0.7990 0.4791 0.6021

C Grade - Division 2 OMK ..............90 Town ..............90 Club ................84 Phillip Island ..72 Kilcunda-Bass 48 Poowong-Loch ..36 Korumburra ....30 Koony L/RSL .24 Glen Alvie ......18

1.7949 1.2343 2.2334 1.5267 0.9841 0.6611 0.5377 0.6946 0.5408

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Kookaburras fall in close battle WHEN you put two good over 60s teams together that have talented batsmen and bowlers on the Scorpion Park turf, you know it could be a great Veteran’s cricket match.

That’s what it promised, and that is what it delivered, with victory being achieved on the last ball of the penultimate over in a thrilling match that could have gone either way.

The visiting Yarra Valley team won the toss and elected to bat on a wicket that provided good encouragement to the bowlers.

It was a solid start by the local team, with Peter

Miller making 26.

The Kookaburras then lost three quick wickets to some good bowling and an excellent fielding run out though, leaving them at 3/43 and in a bit of trouble.

However, Gary Adams, Greg Goss and Leigh Watmuff joined forces to get the scoreboard moving til Leigh burnt himself by calling for a run and seeing the stumps thrown down.

With Gary Adams retiring on 39 the next ball, it was 4/101 with 12 overs to go.

Solid contributions from the rest of the Kookaburra batsmen saw the Kookaburras achieve 7/145 with all 12 Kookaburras making a run.

Wicket Takers for Yarra Valley were Gary Hancock 2/21, Bill Dobson 2/23 and Phil Jackson 2/27.

Their openers got a good start at the crease, but with Mike Newton and Gary Adams into the attack they were suddenly 5/53 and it was game on.

Steady batting by Greg Johnson and John King saw them both reach 40 retired achieved by their very good batting and unfortunately assisted the butter fingers of the local fielders.

The last 10 overs saw a close affair, with wickets falling and occasional runs scored, dropped catches and missed runouts all happening.

The lower order was ultimately able to get Yarra Valley home with six balls to spare, making 8/146.

Wicket takers for the Kookaburras were Mike Newton 3/24 off eight, Gary Adams 2/21 off eight, Peter Loos 1/26 off eight and Leigh Watmuff 1/21 off five. Over presentations and drinks both teams agreed it was one of the best over 60s games they had played in.

The Victorian Veterans Cricket president Bill Johnston when collecting his Man of the Match award made special mention about the great spirit of the game, which played in a competitive but friendly and jovial manner.

Gatha U15s fall short at Junior Country Week THE Leongatha U15s travelled to Latrobe Valley for Junior Country Week starting on Monday January 6 coming off a poor first game in December.

Leongatha finished with four representatives in the ‘All Gippsland’ team.

These were Jack Butcher of Inverloch, wicket keeper, Harry Hoekstra of KoonwarraLeongatha RSL, bowling, Jarvis Harvey of Wonthaggi Club as a bowler and Ben Hanrahan of Leongatha Town as a batsman.

Coach Scott Checkley and team manager Adam Sinclair both from Korumburra, worked hard with the boys and did an excellent job on and off the field.

The week started with rain and air pollution on the Monday and all games were washed out.

The rain was welcome to the area especially with the bush fires about.

Great to see the Bairnsdale boys at the carnival, they had five boys from Orbost in their team, considering what was happening in the area.

Tuesday we played Traralgon.

Leongatha’s captain Jack Butcher won the toss and batted, with Jack Butcher and Harry Hoekstra opening the batting for Leongatha. The opening part-

nership of 126 off 31 overs set the tone.

Jack was caught for 58, and Harry was run out for 50 with the score on 130.

Ben Hanrahan 33 and Josh Checkley 13 took the score to 161 and Jai Williamson added another 30.

Gatha finally finished 9/236, the highest score for the week.

Lachlan Gill and Ryan Sinclair opened the bowling for Leongatha as they did all week and both bowled quick and accurately.

Ryan had the opener caught behind for one, Isaac Seuren and Jarvis Harvey were the first change bowlers, between them they managed four wickets, Isaac one and Jarvis three, Traralgon were reeling at 5/29.

Eventually, Traralgon was all out for 74 off 42.5 overs.

Wednesday saw Leongatha taking on Latrobe.

Latrobe won the toss and batted and were broken early by Ryan Sinclair and Lachlan Gill.

They were replaced by Harry Hoekstra (3/6 off six overs) and Jarvis Harvey (3/10 from six overs).

Latrobe was ultimately dismissed for 74.

Harry Hoekstra (25) and Jack Butcher (15) had an opening stand of 49 when both batsmen were retired to give some of the other boys a hit.

Ben Hanrahan was caught for three and Josh Checkley caught without scoring.

This triggered a bit of a downfall throughout the order and resulted in a total of 7/92 off 30 overs, a win by 18 runs.

On day four Leongatha had to play Sale-Maffra at Traralgon South’s turf.

We needed a lot of things to go right for us to make the final.

Leongatha won the toss and sent Sale-Maffra in to bat hoping there might have been something in the pitch but it played pretty true. Lachlan picked up an early wicket caught behind but a couple of dropped catches allowed Sale-Maffra to add 52.

Tom Wrigglesworth top scored with 55 and was out at 109 but to the credit of the bowlers they reduced what looked like a score of 150 plus back to 7/129.

Jack Butcher and Jai Williamson took up the opening positions at the crease with Harry Hoekstra unavailable for the day and did a good job with a partnership of 28.

Ben Hanrahan and Josh Checkley took the score to 78 before Josh was caught.

Ben was judged LBW with the score on 82 and the team then lost the last six wickets for 23 to be all out 105, 25 runs short of the target.

Greyhound racers to back bushfire appeal GREYHOUND Racing Victoria will donate $250 to the bushfire appeal every time a greyhound wins a race from the red box at any Victorian track during the month of January.

Adam Miller (left) and Luke Manders manhandled 253 fat and heavy sheep onto trailers, utes and horse floats.

Poowong-Loch cricketers try sheep shearing SHEARING sheep as a fundraiser is a difficult task, but was recently very well handled by the Poowong-Loch Cricket Club.

Two hundred and fifty three sheep were rounded up, given a full-body makeover, and then returned to their rightful paddocks. As Travis the Shearer pointed out, “this is magnificently unique, events like this help develop the history and culture and longevity of small country cricket clubs.”

It was the cricket club’s 18th annual shearing day, only made possible by three shearers, the use of Ray and Sandra Hill’s shearing shed at Poowong, 36 sheep owners, and perhaps as many as two cricket teams of hard workers.

Shearing teams such as Travis Scott, Brad Tobin and Daniel Howe were organised as everyone got their shearing underway to raise money.

Many were committed to doing the best job possible and were rewarded with enough food and drink to supply the army of volunteers.

Shearing, drenching and de-licing was $20 a head, which also went toward the providing of transport by the cricket club, who also accommodated sightseers and spectators.

Shearing started at around 7am and finished at about 2.30pm.

Well done to the younger cricketers.

Tom O’Halloran, whose work involves sheep and cattle, ran the penning in the shearing shed along with the Monson boys and their friends, and Shaun McKinnon and his Dad who did the oral drenching.

Out on the road collecting those woolly buggers was Loads, Mono and Brady and Matt

ticipants had a proud history of banding together to help those in need and the Red Dog’ initiative was just one way we could all show our support to the thousands of Victorians going through tough times.

“We will also be naming a race at every meetGRV Board chair Peita Duncan, along with ing in honour of our brave emergency services the chair of Greyhound Clubs Victoria, Adrian personnel who, day after day, are putting themScott, said GRV, the 13 Victorian clubs and par- selves on the line to fight these horrendous fires,’’ Ms Duncan said.

“Our hearts go out to all those affected and I Paul The Pieman will be cheering the red dog all through January and hope we can raise tens of thousands of dollars for fire affected communities.

LDCA Under 16s - January 11 “In addition to the Red Dog appeal I know Inverloch 3/94 d Foster 5/80 most, if not all, of our clubs will be holding their Korumburra 6/90 d Phillip Island 4/64 own separate fundraisers.”

Won Club 5/133 d Koonwarra RSL 6/75 Ms Duncan said Warragul had plans for a fundraiser at its cup meeting and Sale also planned to IT was announced recently that several LDCA Under 14s - January raise funds at its Australia Day meeting.

West “So, cheer on the Red Dog in January and Gippsland Goannas players have been Korumburra White - Bye get along to your local greyhound racing club to selected to play representative games.

Inverloch 3/75 d Glen Alvie 7/52 Ian Gibson is one of only four Victorians who support this important initiative for the Victorian Won Club v Phillip Island No Scores community,” she said. have been selected for the national over70s team East With 17 dogs winning from the red box in the for a tour to New Zealand in February. first four days of January, the Red Dog’ appeal Korumburra Blue 3/93 d Koonwarra 1/44 ‘Gibbo’ is not only the wicket keeper for the is off to a flying start with $4250 already in the team, but also vice captain and team manager.

Nerrena 7/77 d Imperials 9/66 bushfire appeal.

Leongatha Town 2/101 d OMK 2/66 The team will play six games over about two

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TOUGH TASK: Bead Tobin tackles an elephant at the shearing day.

Hancock.

Loads was judged Best on Ground for an episode where he disappeared full length under his trailer to grab the hind leg of a sheared sheep that thought the long paddock would be his new home.

This was as close as it came to any sheep escaping.

Well done to all involved with the PoowongLoch Cricket Club’s 18th sheep shearing day.

Goannas selected for national and state games weeks.

Congratulations also go to batsmen Ray Smith and Ken Bailey, who have been selected to play for the Victorian over 60s cricket team in matches against South Australia in Mt Gambier on February 11 and against Tasmania, in Launceston, on February 25.

Gordon Cowling has been selected to bowl for the state over 70s team to play against SA, also in Mt Gambier on February 11.

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Club takes down top spot PI Despite a sensational 77 not out from Peter CLUB gave Phillip Island their second Churchill, Korumburra was not able to overcome loss of the season in C1 on Saturday, Nerrena on Saturday, losing out by seven runs. with Liam Sawyer’s 43-run effort setting With their attack unable to produce any real them up for a solid win at home. threat to Burra, the home side could only watch

Ricky Knox made eight not out for Poowong-Loch in their loss to Club in B1 on Saturday.

Town pours on runs in win CAMERON Dowling hit his way to win away from home.

Quilty (50 not out) and Dempsey (47 not out) 63 runs against Glen Alvie at home on were needed after Geyer was dismissed for 2, and Saturday in C2 to lead his side to a big they provided. total and an important win.

On the back of the sensational partnership, the With Josh O’Neill (3/6) looking dangerous for the visitors with the ball, some big partnerships were needed for Town and they got them.

Puow (28), Johnston (44) and Dowling (63) all played well at the crease, leading the team to an 8/182 total.

While Glen Alvie was ready to leave it all on the pitch, Loos (25 retired) and Dakin (20) were the only batsmen in double figures as they were held to 5/83.

Kilcunda-Bass impressively held off Poowong-Loch to grab a good win at home.

The Magpie attack, led by Hancock (2/19), Johnstone (2/17) and Sutton (2/8), looked onsong, and, with Koch the highest run-getter for the Sharks with 12, was having a big impact.

As a result, Killy Bass finished on just 8/77.

Mathew Whitby would soon turn the tide for the Sharks however, taking 4/4 with the ball to help dismantle the Poowong-Loch order, the Magpies finishing on a losing total of just 39.

A potent partnership between Quilty and Dempsey ensured Club could not be quelled against Korumburra, the side securing a strong

visitors finished on 1/132 after 20.

Burra’s chase started poorly with only three runs being tallied among the first four batsmen.

Matrix Chisolm had the order twisting and turning as he took a sensational 4/3 and helped to hold the home team to just 6/56.

Peter Francis put together an impressive 41 not out to lead his Phillip Island team past a persistent Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL. The visitors started with the ball but could only take a few wickets as Koony played courageously with the bat.

Harry Hoekstra scored a solid 39 runs, leading his team to a 4/103 total.

They needed to show this determination with the ball though, and, while Hoekstra continued his strong game with a 2/5 spell, the PI batsmen didn’t allow the Cougars’ bowlers any confidence.

Francis and Cleary (39) came in at third and fourth and provided a huge boost, staying composed and knocking their way to a strong partnership, setting their team up for the winning 4/108 total in the process.

Jai Kleverkamp (2/16) and Chris Andrews (2/14) were dangerous with the ball for PI but could not prevent Sawyer and Speed (34 not out) from making important runs and leading their side to a 7/120 total.

PI responded well to begin with, and Young even managed to put together a strong 51 total, but the order quickly fell.

McGuirk and Roche had two wickets each as the PI runs gradually dried up, the away side scoring 5/114 and losing out.

Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL managed to overcome MDU’s total of 72 in 19 overs, defeating them at home in an intriguing match.

The Cougars bowled brilliantly to begin the match, with Paterson (3/11), Birnie (3/9) and Bishop (2/7) all playing a part in preventing the Demons from putting a single partnership together and finishing with a total of 9/72.

Koony also struggled with the bat however, as the MDU attack maintained some consistent bowling, albeit without many wickets.

Led by Cook (22), Scrimshaw (18 not out) and Grimes (14 not out) however, the Cougars were able to score a total of 3/74 and achieve the win with an over left.

on as Churchill smacked them around the park, his side finishing on 3/123 after 20 overs.

Despite Dixon (2/26) and Gale (2/7) keeping the Nerrena order on its toes though, the home team was slowly able to claw their way back into the match.

Gannon (27) and Collins (48) were the catalysts behind this comeback, leading their side to a total of 5/130 in the final over and a brilliant win.

A 49 not out effort from Robert Quaife saw OMK overcome Inverloch comfortably in just 15 overs of their innings.

The Stingrays started positively and Sorensen (27) and Jackson (20 not out) were able to put together some handy performances during their innings.

However, the OMK attack, in which Kyle, Jeffries and Elford all had two wickets each, persisted and held their opponent to an 8/98 total.

Quaife and Jeffries then opened for OMK and almost single-handedly won them the game, with Quaife scoring 49 and Jeffries scoring 39.

Their performances were too strong for the Demons to stop soon enough and resulted in a winning 2/102 total in just 15 overs.

Goannas secure win over Endeavour Hills

The Goannas game next week is another home game, this time against the Sunbury over60s team, and will be played at the beautiful Inverloch ground.

In the over50s competition, the Goannas opponent for the game next week has withdrawn, thus The game was played at the Ted Summerton the Goannas team will have a bye, and will play Reserve, on the same pitch that the Stars v Hur- their final game, a home game against the Coburg ricanes BigBash game was played recently. over50s, on February 2.

The Endeavour Hills captain won the toss and Practice will continue at the Glengarry nets on elected to take the field.

Wednesdays from 4.45.

Ray Smith and Ken Bailey opened the innings, with Bailey driving the second ball to the fence to set the tone for the innings.

Leongatha District They put on 61 runs in 12 overs and Bailey Cricket Association retired for a well-made 43.

Kevin Lanigan came in, for just his second bat for the Goannas for the season, and was caught for seven in the 17th over, when the score was 88.

EVANS PETROLEUM Smith retired soon after for 41 as Murray Round 11 - January 18th & 25th Moore and Peter Anton took the Goannas to drinks at 1/100 after 20 overs.

Home team Away Team Ground Umpire Neil Meredith and Ian Gibson came together Grade A1 after those two were dismissed, producing a 56L’gatha Town v Korumburra Scorpion 1 A Stride Club v Phillip Island Butch West G Laird run partnership with Gibson out for 25 and MerInverloch v Nerrena Inv Turf G Adams edith for 38.

OMK v Glen Alvie Outtrim J Curry Fred Debono and Gordon Hollonds took the Grade A2 score to 5/206 at the end of the innings.

Foster v Koony RSL FGC L White The pitch had played well, and the outfield Imperials v Kilcunda Bass Leon Turf K Scrimshaw MDU v Poowong Loch Meeniyan T Rogers was in excellent condition, as the teams went off Grade B for afternoon tea.

Koony RSL v Foster Koonwarra G Parkinson Gordon Cowling and Lanigan opened the Club v Inverloch Won Rec I Richards bowling, with Cowling bowling the opening batsKorumburra v OMK Kor Turf M Heenan man in the first over.

Nerrena v Glen Alvie Nerrena L Harmer Killy Bass v L’gatha Town Bass 1 N Grabham After 10 overs, Endeavour Hills were 1/35, as Phillip Island v Imperials Cowes N Barnes Rob Bacchetti came into the attack.

Poowong Loch v MDU Loch G Wyatt Kevin bowled his eight overs and was replaced Grade C1

by Anton.

Inverloch v Korumburra Inv Rec L O’Brien Bob Knight threw a good return to keeper Phillip Island v LMDU Newhaven T Carman Gibson for a run out, 2/48, and Anton bowled the Koony RSL v Nerrena Mary Mac TBA Club v OMK Mcmahon TBA number four batsman to have Endeavour Hills Grade C2 3/65 at the drinks break.

OMK v Kilcunda Bass Digger Park TBA The required run rate was rising quickly as Poowong Loch v Koony RSL Poowong TBA Bacchetti, 1/28 and Anton, 2/14 completed their Glen Alvie v Club Glen Alvie TBA spells.

Korumburra v Phillip Island Kor Sec Coll TBA L’gatha Town v Bye Graeme Freshwater (four overs for 21) bowled his second spell for the year, Debono bowled five Subject to confirmation tidy overs for 1/16 and Knight also bowled a few Any prospective umpires contact overs as the EH batsmen took the score to 6/134 Geoff Wyatt 0413 081 136 after their 40 overs.

Apart from the run out, all the EH wickets were bowled, but the Goannas did drop a couple of catches.

All in all it was a good win, and partly made up Imps’ Sam Vagg provided a safe pair of hands for his side in B Grade on Saturday but his for the disappointing loss in the previous match.

It was a cool, fine day at Moe, with a light breeze, as the Gippsland Goannas Over-60 cricket team resumed their season after the festive season break against Endeavour Hills.

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Excellent eight for OMK OMK reached their eighth win of the season in B Grade on Saturday when they comfortably defeated MDU at home by 28 runs.

Busana and Kerr were the headliners of the day, combining for 120 runs as OMK worked toward a 6/142 total in their innings.

Simon McRae was impressive for the Demons with the ball, taking 3/12.

Ben Heppell was outstanding for MDU in their innings, scoring 68 with the bat as he attempted to bring his side back into the game.

He lacked the support he needed though, and an OMK attack led by Dell (2/12) and Paterson (2/14) managed to hold the visitors to 7/114 and seal the win.

Glen Alvie held off Kilcunda-Bass in their T20 matchup on Saturday, bowling the home side out for 83 to see out the win.

Tapscott provided problems for Glen Alvie to start the match, taking 3/16, but could not do enough to prevent the home team scoring over 100 runs, with Bolding (29) leading the way.

Williams (3/14) and Honeysett (4/10) were then brilliant with the ball for Glen Alvie, as the Sharks failed to execute a strong run-chase.

The team only managed 83 runs, with Joseph top-scoring with just 14 not out.

Inverloch pulled off a winning run chase in 19 overs to defeat Foster away from home.

The visitors started well with the ball, as Debono (3/10), Barker (2/12) and Mujtaba (2/18) all made their presence felt.

This quelled the Tigers order, the home side only managing 80 runs.

Warren Stewart then ensured his team was no chance of failing in their innings at the crease, scoring an impressive 51 not out as the Stingrays swung their way to a winning 1/92 total.

Korumburra defeated Nerrena in a thriller to

B GRADE Glen Alvie 6/106 d Kilcunda-Bass 83

Glen Alvie – 1st INNINGS: S Smith 13, S Bolding 29, A Honeysett 23, N Arney 16, A Brown 8*, S Watson 6, D Williams 6.

Bowling: S Tapscott 3/16, JW Cooper 0/14, A Joseph 0/20, S Yadav 1/25, A McBride 0/10, C Peckett 2/18.

Kilcunda-Bass – 1st INNINGS: A McBride 10, C Elliott 4, TC Smith 12, C Hoole 4, R Gardiner 4, P Donahue 8, S Tapscott 13, C Peckett 3, A Joseph 14*, JW Cooper 1.

Bowling: L McRae 0/16, D Williams 3/14, J Burke 4/10, A Honeysett 1/23, N Arney 2/16.

Inverloch 1/92 d Foster 8/80

Foster – 1st INNINGS: W Davy 17, B Busuttil 22, T Garvey 8, W Roffey 3, S Roffey 1, L Roberts 3, P Jervies 1, A Starret 3*, G Collis 1, J Davy 3*.

Bowling: JB Dennerley 0/11, A Mujtaba 2/18, D Cashin 1/17, W Barker 2/12, D Harris 0/6, B Debono 3/10.

Inverloch – 1st INNINGS: W Stewart 51*,B Debono 19, B Phillips 11*.

Bowling: G Collis 0/13, P Jervies 0/12, S Roffey 0/24, W Davy 0/11, A Starret 1/9, J Davy 0/8, B Cripps 0/8.

Korumburra 5/102 d Nerrena 101

Nerrena – 1st INNINGS: A Harrison 1, JD Collins 3, S Sparks 19, C Johnson 3,

maintain their lead in second on the ladder, Scott Checkley taking 4/17 to set his team up nicely.

Trease was Nerrena’s best batsman in the opening session, scoring a strong 35 before eventually being run out, but the rest of the order struggled as Checkley put together a brilliant display.

Nerrena still managed to make a decent total though, scoring 101.

Trease continued his strong play with the ball, taking 2/19, but with Allen (33) and Edwards (32) clicking together with the bat, Burra would not be denied.

They fought tooth and nail to overcome the set total, and eventually did in the last over, scoring just enough to take out a one-run win in an epic.

A sensational 5/10 spell from Matt Wright gave Phillip Island a solid win over Town away from home. PI struggled in their opening innings with the bat. Finlayson was their top scorer with 30 but there weren’t too many other contributors, the team finishing on 5/92 after 20.

It was therefore up to the attack to hold Town off, and with Wright on fire, they managed to do so.

The highest individual run-count for Town was Preston with 21, and the team was all out for 80 with three balls remaining.

A strong attack set Club up for an easy win over Poowong-Loch at home, with the side making their winning total of 3/63 in just 11 overs.

Said Magnusson started promisingly for the TERRIFIC TONK: Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL’s Col McPhee played a brilliant innings visitors, scoring 20 runs, but didn’t have much against Imps in his side’s win, scoring 75 runs, including this huge six. help, his side falling for 61.

Beaumont was the best bowler for Club, taking 3/16 in just three overs.

With such a small total to chase, Club went for a slog immediately.

Cornelis led all batsmen with 31 runs and by the end of the 11th over the match was over, the team reaching a total of 3/63.

With Col McPhee on fire and scoring a brilliant total of 75, Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL were too hot to handle against Imps.

The away side opened the batting spectacularly and achieved a 3/180 total after Pickersgill (56 not out), Tomada (41) and McPhee (75) picked apart the Imps attack.

Kristian Gray opened well for the home team at the crease, scoring 21, with Piasente adding 25 not out toward the end of the order.

It wasn’t enough though, as a widespread Cougar attack held them to 6/115 and took out the win.

Z Trease 35, S Murphy 2, C Baudinette 15, J Hoy 2, RL Giliam 4.

Bowling: M Patching 1/20, RV Sinclair 1/15, JA Checkley 0/17, T Crocker 0/23, S Checkley 4/17.

Korumburra – 1st INNINGS: T Allen 33, T Crocker 8, P Edwards 32, S Checkley 7, JZ Checkley 8*, N Allen 1*.

Bowling: JD Collins 0/11, S Murphy 1/23, RL Giliam 1/18, J Hoy 0/29, Z Trease 2/19.

Phillip Island 5/92 d Town 80

Phillip Island – 1st INNINGS: M Young 19, B Insall 3, KM Taylor 23, M Parsons 1, A Finlayson 30, M Wright 10, A Tolley 1*.

Bowling: D Preston 0/10, S Clark 0/26, T Hanily 0/3, P Jayasinghe 1/27, S Browne 2/10, N Fixter 0/13.

Town – 1st INNINGS: S Fixter 6, M Hardy 7, N Hanily 2, P Jayasinghe 10, T Hall 7, S Browne 1, D Preston 21, N Fixter 3*, M Kreutzberger 7, S Clark 9.

Bowling: TS Niven0/22, A Tolley 0/13, M Wright 5/10, M Young 1/9, LR Dayson 1/12, M Parsons 1/11.

Club 3/63 d Poowong-Loch 61

Poowong-Loch – 1st INNINGS: S Magnusson 20, M Hancock 1, B Nicholls 7, M Lambe 7, R Knox 8*, J Knox 1, J Derrick 3.

Bowling: F West 2/12, S Williams 0/5 , M Sharp 0/0, B Evans 0/7, S Beaumont 3/16, B Cornelis 1/7, R Todd 1/7.

Club – 1st INNINGS: R Todd 13, B Cornelis 31, R Birkett 11, S Beaumont 5*.

Bowling: M Hancock 0/10, S McKinnon 1/19, SR Head 1/15, M Lambe 0/15, J Knox 1/2.

OMK 6/142 d MDU 7/114 OMK – 1st INNINGS: A Busana 62, K Kerr 58, MJ Rowe 7, PJ Dell 8, A Rose 1, J Paterson 1*.

Bowling: T Zukovskis 0/32, M Cantwell 0/11, J Bright 0/22, M Hoober 0/20, C Hoober 0/24, K Sinclair 1/6, P Vine 2/12, S McRae 3/12.

MDU – 1st INNINGS: P Vine 12, W Prosser 3, C Hoober 5, B Heppell 68, T Zukovskis 1, S McRae 17, M Hoober 2, J Phillips 2*, J Bright 1*.

Bowling: N Cant 1/19, PJ Dell 2/12, J Greenwood 1/6, J Paterson 2/14, MJ Rowe 0/20, B Wyatt 0/14, J Myors 0/13, A Busana 0/15.

Club’s Stewart Beaumont bowled a strong spell in his side’s win, taking 3/16 with some tricky delivery.

Koonwarra L/RSL 3/180 d Imperials 6/115 Koonwarra – L/RSL – 1st INNINGS: J Moore 2, JA Pickersgill 56*, J Tomada 41, C McPhee 75, B Tomada 2*.

Bowling: J Piasente 1/27, P McCaughan 0/32, B Van Rooy 0/23, M Portelli 1/41, M McGannon 0/24, KB Gray 1/33.

Imperials – 1st INNINGS: KB Gray 21, B Van Rooy 14, S Vagg 4, J Nagel 4, J Ballagh 18, K Materia 9, T O’Connor 6*, J Piasente 25*.

Bowling: J Thomas 0/16, A Drury 0/13, B Tomada 0/4, N Arnup 1/8, J Rockall 1/12, C McPhee 1/4, J Leeden 1/8, JA Pickersgill 0/14, C Moscript 1/9, J Moore 1/6, J Tomada 0/16.

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PI powers through Town challenge PHILLIP Island moved up to third on the A1 ladder after an impressive win over Town, in which the home side held the visitors to just 89 runs.

Shiran Rathnayake was the standout performer with the bat for PI to open proceedings, scoring a handy 39 with support from Womersley (28).

With Hume and Amila Ratnaike bowling well for Town and taking four wickets between them though, Island were held at 7/131 after 20 overs.

With Town eager to cut into PI’s total, it was the Island attack led by Max Royal (3/15) which did the damage in the visitors’ innings.

Ratnaike followed up his solid bowling with

30 runs for the away side but that was their only highlight of the innings, as PI held them to just 89 runs and claimed a brilliant win.

Nerrena took top spot after a strong win against Korumburra, topping the away side’s total in just 13 overs.

Dan Rowe (2/12) and Mitch Clark (2/11) were standouts with the ball for Nerrena in Burra’s innings, and worked to prevent the visitors from making a big total.

Dale Wyhoon was Burra’s top scorer but could only manage 19 runs as his side finished on 89.

Nerrena made quick work of that total, with Clark scoring a brilliant 52 not out with the bat.

Burra could only manage one wicket as Nerrena slashed their way to a 1/93 total in 13 overs.

Kit Rotthier was dominant for Inverloch, taking a fantastic 5/23 as the Stingrays defeated Glen Alvie by 10 runs.

The home side stepped up to the crease first, withstanding some dangerous delivery from the Glen Alvie attack to score 5/108.

Taberner was the major run-getter for Invy with 32 not out.

Rohan Slade started positively for the visitors in their innings, but was dismissed for 20 by Rotthier, who tore through the Glen Alvie order, ensuring they fell short of their target, scoring 9/98

in their 20.

OMK’s total of 202 was too hard to overcome in their win against Club, a sensational 83-run innings from Daniel Mock leading them to a great result.

Mock had strong support from Williams (34), Kelly (38) and Creed (31 not out) as he led his side to their total.

With good shifts from Brann (32), Thomas (31) and Sheerin (38) in their innings, Club hit their way to an impressive 6/181 total after 20 overs.

It wasn’t enough though and OMK came away with an outstanding win.

Cougars pounce in anticipated clash Imps’ attack started well and performed strongly throughout the opening innings, with Lachy Wright taking 3/22 and Ginnane and Sameera chipping in with a wicket each.

Davison’s innings was enough to give the Cougars a solid total however, the hosts finishing their 20 on 6/126.

Rogers and Higgins could only score in single digits to open for Imps but Dimithri Perera was up to the task, scoring 51 for his side.

He didn’t get the support he needed though, and with Davison taking three wickets to match his great batting performance, the Cougars held their opponent to 112 runs and grabbed the win.

Poowong-Loch easily disposed of KilcundaBass in their T20 matchup, a well-rounded bowling performance giving them a 26-run win.

Manders (25), Bardwell (33) and Wilk (22 not out) led the way for the Magpies with the bat, the hosts reaching a total of 5/112 after 20.

With Loader (3/5), Allen (2/14), Bardwell (2/10) and Brain (1/15) all taking wickets, the Magpies attack applied strong pressure to the Sharks’ order.

The visitors’ top scorer was Joseph with 20 not out, but too many finished with no runs or on single digits as the side bowed out on 8/86.

Steve Arnup (38) and Matt Martin (36) comMATCH WINNER: Steve Arnup took 2/28 with the ball to go along with his team-high 38 bined with the bat for MDU to lead their side to a runs against Foster and was the main contributor to his team’s win on Saturday. solid win over Foster at home.

The two batsmen performed strongly through H Fernando c & b M Clark .................17 S De Silva c L Rankin b K Rotthier ....12 I Osman c J Cann b D Rowe .................7 DI M Arachchige c H Smith b K Rotthier .......0 dangerous bowling from Johnston (2/18) and A GRADE DIVISION 1 M Perera c & b M Clark .....................13 C Honeysett c W Taberner b L Rankin .1 Phillip Island 7/131 d Town 89 Bright (2/30) to help their team to a 7/147 total.

KW Anderson st C Salmon b T Wightman ....11 J Hales not out .....................................13 Phillip Island – 1st INNINGS While Jones (24), Allott (22), Toner (32) and D Lloyd not out ...................................19 Richards c D Burge b J Hume......12 D Wyhoon b J Hoy ................................7 B Thomas c D Clark b K Rotthier.........4 Bright (25) all performed reasonably well with EM G Selby c & b AL Trotto .......................1 P Dunlevie not out.................................9 A Hamilton c H Smith b K Rotthier....16 Extras (nb 0, w 13, b 2, lb 2)...............17 the bat, Foster was not able to make the required SL Rathnayake c & b M Madusanka ..39 Extras (nb 0, w 3, b 0, lb 2)...................5 Total 9/98 (20 overs) runs in enough time, succumbing to some strong J Black c & b SU Perera .....................12 Total 7/89 (20 overs) Bowling: Y Jan 4-0-0-14, L Rankin 4-0bowling from Arnup (2/28) and Mathews (2/14) D Womersley c & b J Hume ...............28 Bowling: J Trease 4-1-0-12, D Rowe 2-16, S Hayes 4-0-2-15, D Clark 2-0-0S McIntyre b A Ratnaike .......................8 4-1-2-12, R Clark 2-0-0-12, M Clark to lose out at 5/134.

13, D Newman 1-0-0-3, K Rotthier 4-0S Kirton not out...................................11

Isuru Darshana could only manage 10 runs against Imperials but it was enough of a con- Jack Ginnane took 1/28 for Imps in their tribution to help the team to a total which game against Koonwarra-Leongatha RSL, was too difficult for Imps to match. but was unable to help his side to a win.

A GRADE DIVISION 2 Koonwarra L/RSL 6/126 d Imperials 7/112

Koonwarra L/RSL – 1st INNINGS B Perry c L Rogers b S Sameera .......... 1 S Hughes c RA Higgins b L Wright ... 28 I Darshana c D Perera b L Wright ...... 10 B Davison lbw b J Ginnane ............... 50 J Hughes c J Ginnane b L Wright......... 2 B Manicaro run out ............................ 11 J Kennedy not out ................................ 8 l Smith not out...................................... 2 Extras (nb 0, w 9, b 0, lb 5)................ 14 Total 6/126 (20 overs) Bowling: S Sameera 4-0-1-15, J Ginnane 4-0-1-28, L Wright 4-0-3-22, D Ginnane 4-0-0-28, L Rogers 4-0-0-28.

Imperials – 1st INNINGS L Rogers c C Buckland b B Davison ... 3 RA Higgins b B Davison...................... 5 D Perera b J Kennedy ........................ 51 J Ginnane b B Davison ........................ 6

Kennedy 4-0-1-23 (2w), B Perry 3-0-026, C Riseley 2-0-2-9.

len 4-0-2-14, JM Bardwell 3-0-2-10, B Monson 3-0-0-10, M Loader 2-0-3-5.

Poowong-Loch 5/112 d Kilcunda-Bass 8/86

MDU 7/147 d Foster 5/134

Poowong-Loch – 1st INNINGS L Manders c J Adamson b J Tregear .. 25 M Adderley run out (J Tregear) ......... 16 JM Bardwell b S Williams ................. 33 N Findlay b S Williams ........................ 2 R Wilk not out .................................... 22 A Miller b C Davidson ......................... 8 Extras (nb 0, w 3, b 0, lb 3).................. 6 Total 5/112 (20 overs) Bowling: J Mahood 4-0-0-22, C Davidson 3-0-1-8, R Duff 2-0-0-13, H Berry 4-0-0-18, J Tregear 4-0-1-30, S Williams 3-0-2-18.

Kilcunda-Bass – 1st INNINGS C Davidson b D Brain ........................ 16 P Palmer c A Miller b M Allen ........... 17 J Adamson c L Manders b JM Bardwell ... 9

D Ginnane c B Davison b C Buckland ..... 7

J Tregear lbw b JM Bardwell ............... 4 S Williams c L Manders b M Allen...... 0 B Joseph not out ................................. 20

S Sameera c B Perry b C Riseley ....... 12 MJ McGrath lbw b C Riseley .............. 6 MD Lafferty not out ........................... 13 D McLennan not out ............................ 3 Extras (nb 0, w 2, b 0, lb 4).................. 6 Total 7/112 (20 overs) Bowling: I Darshana 4-0-0-18, B Davison 4-0-3-19, C Buckland 3-0-1-13, J

R Duff c AC Jenkins b M Loader......... 0 J Mahood c AC Jenkins b M Loader.... 2 AJ Thomas not out ............................... 1 Extras (nb 3, w 5, b 2, lb 5)................ 15 Total 8/86 (20 overs) Bowling: AC Jenkins 3-1-0-8, D Brain 3-0-1-15, N Findlay 2-0-0-17, M Al-

D McMahon c L Manders b M Loader ..... 2

MDU – 1st INNINGS S Arnup c & b B Coates ..................... 38 G Sameera c M Jones b J Bright ........ 11 N Eddy c & b H Griggs...................... 17 M Martin c M Allott b R Johnston ..... 36 J Sinclair lbw b R Johnston................ 13 HB Waduge run out (M Jones)............. 7 DA Mathews not out ............................ 4 C Cary c K Davy b J Bright ................. 1 MJ Olden not out ................................. 1 Extras (nb 0, w 9, b 5, lb 5)................ 19 Total 7/147 (20 overs) Bowling: R Johnston 4-0-2-18 , J Bright 4-0-2-30, B Coates 4-0-1-29, H Griggs 3-0-1-29, J Toner 4-0-0-23, J Chaseling 1-0-0-8.

Foster – 1st INNINGS M Jones b DA Mathews ..................... 24 M Allott b C Cary .............................. 22 J Toner c N Eddy b S Arnup .............. 32 J Bright b DA Mathews...................... 25 R Johnston c T Sinclair b S Arnup ....... 7 B Coates not out ................................... 7 J Chaseling not out ............................. 10 Extras (nb 0, w 6, b 0, lb 1).................. 7 Total 5/134 (20 overs) Bowling: C Cary 4-0-1-18, HB Waduge 2-0-0-18, G Sameera 4-0-0-22, B Cantwell 2-0-0-24, DA Mathews 4-0-214, S Arnup 3-0-2-28, N Eddy 1-0-0-9.

M Dennerly b A Ratnaike .....................4 M Royal not out ....................................2 Extras (nb 0, w 5, b 1, lb 2 pen 5) .......13 Total 7/131 (20 overs) Bowling: J Lloyd 2-0-0-8, AL Trotto 3-0-1-15, D Hume 4-0-2-29, SU Perera 4-0-1-26, A Ratnaike 4-0-2-32, M Madusanka 3-0-1-13.

Town – 1st INNINGS SU Perera c EM Richards b S Kirton....0 SV Naotunnage c & b HM Shawcross ..5 A Ratnaike c & b M Royal..................30 M Madusanka run out ...........................6 J Lloyd c & b M Dennerly ..................19 J Hume c & b S Kirton..........................9 D Hume c & b SL Rathnayake..............6 AL Trotto c & b SL Rathnayake ...........0 D Burge not out .....................................3 D Vimukthi b M Royal..........................2 J Stewart b M Royal..............................0 Extras (nb 1, w 6, b 0, lb 2)...................9 Total 89 (18.4 Overs) Bowling: S Kirton 3-0-2-17, HM Shawcross 2-0-1-6, M Dennerly 2-0-1-9, D Womersley 2-0-0-8, ZR Brown 2-0-018, SL Rathnayake 4-0-2-13, M Royal 3.4-0-3-15.

Nerrena 1/93 d Korumburra 7/89 Korumburra – 1st INNINGS K Rigby run out ....................................0 J Beckwith c R Clark b D Rowe ...........1

2-0-2-11, T Wightman 4-0-1-23, J Hoy 4-0-1-17.

Nerrena – 1st INNINGS D Baldi c D Lloyd b I Osman .............15 M Clark not out ...................................52 T Wightman not out ............................17 Extras (nb 1, w 5, b 1, lb 1)...................8 Total 1/93 (13.2 overs) Bowling: K Rigby 0.2-0-0-4, H McNeill 1-0-0-11, M Perera 2-0-0-9, J Whiteside 4-0-0-30, H Fernando 2-0-0-13, I Osman 2-0-1-11, D Wyhoon 2-0-0-14.

Inverloch 5/108 d Glen Alvie 9/98 Inverloch – 1st INNINGS

D Newman c C Honeysett b S De Silva ....4 H Smith lbw b DI Magana Arachchige ......3

K Rotthier c W Luke b B McRae ........20 J Strickland c W Luke b B McRae ......10 W Taberner not out..............................32 J Donohue c B McRae b B Thomas ....12 D Clark not out....................................14 Extras (nb 1, w 6, b 1, lb 5).................13 Total 5/108 (20 overs) Bowling: S De Silva 4-0-1-17, DI Magana Arachchige 4-0-1-15, J Hull 4-0-0-14, C Honeysett 2-0-0-16, B McRae 3-0-2-18, B Thomas 3-0-1-22.

Glen Alvie – 1st INNINGS RJ Slade c D Clark b K Rotthier .........20 J Thomas c W Taberner b L Rankin ......1 J Hull c L Rankin b S Hayes ...............14 W Luke c L Rankin b S Hayes ..............0

5-23, J Donohue 1-0-0-10.

OMK 4/202 d Club 6/181 OMK – 1st INNINGS DP Mock c D Turton b RG Thomas....83 RL Williams c M Thomas b J Brann ...34 T Keily b J Sheerin..............................28 E Lamers c D Turton b J Sheerin ..........6 N Creed not out ...................................31 T Muzarabani not out ..........................16 Extras (nb 0, w 2, b 0, lb 2)...................4 Total 4/202 (20 overs) Bowling: RG Thomas 4-0-1-33, J Brann 4-0-1-22, M Thomas 3-0-0-41, Z Macdermid 4-0-0-36, J Sheerin 4-0-2-52, L McLean 1-0-0-16.

Club – 1st INNINGS K Brann c J Cuman b J Cochrane .......32 D Turton lbw b J Cochrane .................21 RG Thomas c & b J Lamers ................31 R Lovett st E Lamers b N Auddino.......9 J Sheerin c N Auddino b RL Williams .....38

M Thomas not out ...............................17 L McLean c J Cochrane b T Muzarabani .12

A Geyer not out .....................................7 Extras (nb 3, w 7, b 1, lb 3).................14 Total 6/181 (20 overs) Bowling: T Muzarabani 4-0-1-21, T Keily 3-0-0-35, J Cochrane 3-0-2-25, DP Mock 3-0-0-22, N Auddino 2-0-1-26, RL Williams 4-0-1-33, J Lamers 1-0-1-15.

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Matt Dunn STONY Creek’s Stony Pony Fun Day last Thursday was a great day out for racegoers.

Originally scheduled for Tuesday, it was moved to Thursday because of low visibility due to the East Gippsland and Tasmanian bushfires.

Fortunately, Thursday dawned sunny and clear.

Even so, the rescheduling and the perception from some Melbourne visitors that the whole of Gippsland is on fire, meant a smaller crowd than expected.

Stony Creek Racing Club president Michael Darmanin said the turn of events had led to a rethink by the committee, with a decision made to offer free entry (with a gold coin donations going to fire fighting efforts in East Gippsland).

“We were lucky to get another crack at this because, two days out from the original date, it wasn’t a lot for us to do. We already had everything prepared,” he said.

“We had a few things to change with caterers.

We’ve had a jumping castle, face painting and we’ve given out show bags for the kids. We’ve done about 70 to 80 per cent of what we would have done. Today, we’ve also given those donations to the East Gippsland fire brigades.

“If we get a thousand people here at a couple of dollars a pop that’s some more money for the coffers. Because the numbers were going to be a bit light we were happy to give it as a free day to the locals, letting them know that we wanted them to support the fireys in East Gippsland.”

He said many of those local racegoers felt fortunate that they “still had a home to go to”.

“I really feel for those people in East Gippsland.

But if people can have a good day out at the races it helps,” he said.

As with all Stony’s race meetings, there was a strong community involvement, with Meeniyan CFA selling raffle tickets toward new equipment and number of sporting clubs making money through volunteering. b On track, the races were willing, with strong fields working their way through a good GREAT MATES: Wayne Roberts (Mirboo North), Frank Dekker (Leongatha) and Matt program.

Snell (Mirboo North) were keen to pick a winner.

Amanda Thompson and daughter, Hollie, had a great day out.

Race 4 winner (No. 7, Baleka) surged to victory in the Melina Bath MP Maiden Plate, running over the top of Ritratto Di Donna.

Crowds may have been a little smaller, due to bushfires and rescheduling, but they were intent on the action nonetheless.

President Michael Darmanin and new committee member John Schuijers.

Meeniyan CFA members (l to r) Sean Carson, Shianne Frost, Geoff Cooling and Hayley Young were working hard to raise funds for the brigade.