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JUMP START TO THE FUTURE Equestrian centre looks to clear final hurdles

MULTI-MILLION dollar equestrian and exhibition centre in South Gippsland could finally happen. The latest plan for the project – possibly to be at Stony Creek – is nearing completion. The indoor horse arena and show space could bring hundreds of thousands of dollars into the region’s economy each year, with the potential to host major equestrian and cattle events, as well as agricultural shows, car shows, machinery field days, farmers’ markets and kelpie trials in all weather, year round.

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cil, consultants are Interest has even now finalising inspecbeen expressed by intions of potential sites door volleyball and arand a business case for chery clubs in the past, the proposed developand drone racing has I just know the gold ment, which could inbeen touted as another clude an indoor arena, possible use. mine that is sitting stables and undercover A previous study there.” exhibition space. projected the centre Stony Creek Recwould create 26 full- International equine judge reation Reserve has time equivalent jobs Bev Shandley long been touted as the during construction, attract 16,000 visitors a year, generate between ideal site for such a facility, given it is home to $465,000 and $685,000 in visitor expenditure the Stony Creek Racecourse. However council is also investigating othin the shire annually, and create eight full-time er sites, which may include the horse hub of ongoing jobs, including a manager. Related businesses would benefit from Nyora. Council declined to tell The Star if the latmajor events, with other shows generating demand for accommodation, food, fuel and ani- est study was considering other locations. “Until the site investigations and business mal supplies such as stockfeed and bedding. On behalf of South Gippsland Shire Coun- case document has been completed and the

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administrator briefed on the project, we are unable to provide any further details at this stage,” council’s Ian Murphy said. “Further information will be provided once these steps are completed in August.” Horse enthusiasts Janine Bullock of Meeniyan and Bev Shandley of Middle Tarwin are excited about the prospect of the centre finally progressing. They are members of the Stony Creek Exhibition Centre Committee that conducted extensive research into the project, including the economic benefits to the region, and believe the centre could be built for under $2 million. “We would just like council to push it forward,” Ms Shandley said. “As an international equine judge, I see all these venues all the time and I just know the gold mine that is sitting there.” Continued on page 5.

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WHERE: Bass Coast Paintball, 426 West Creek Road, West Creek. WHEN: Anytime this weekend. WHAT: Rain, hail or shine, if you’re looking for excitement and adventure this weekend then paintball is the ultimate high adrenaline day for you. You can even involve the whole family with SplatMaster: a low impact, non-bruising game similar to paintball, making it the perfect game for children. For those wanting the full experience, paintballing is available for 16s and over. Be guided by a team of referees through a variety of thrilling games and scenarios, including a siege forte and assault bridge, across a 20 acre property. A minimum of four people are required to book and bookings can be made on the day. Contact 0413 693 376 for more information.

Be part of a live studio audience WHERE: Spectrum Productions, Traralgon. WHEN: Saturday, August 4, 7.30pm. WHAT: If you are 16 or over, willing to appear on television and are ready for an hour of grouse entertainment, this is the activity for you. Live at Spectrum is a live streaming television show that broadcasts performances and interviews with music artists from Gippsland monthly. The show, which aims to shine a light on the vast talent of Gippsland, is always seeking a live studio audience. This month Stephen Cousins and Maddy May are in the spotlight for filming of the fifth episode this year. To register as a live audience member, head to www.liveatspectrum.com.au/audience-memberrequest/

WHERE: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Riverside Drive, Tarwin Lower. WHEN: Saturday, August 3, 8pm. WHAT: Cafe Culture Series – Canyon are back again, this time bringing their tunes to Tarwin Lower. Sharp musicianship and silken four part harmonies fuel this acoustic driven band who presents a flashback to ’70s radio sound. This winter warmer performance will feature impressively penned originals inspired by the big names of Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, The Band, Little Feat, Neil Young, Fleetwood Mac, Emmylou Harris, Crosby and Stills Nash and Young. The concert kicks off at 8pm sharp with tickets available at $20 for an adult, $18 for concession. Contact 5662 9202 to secure a ticket or for more information.

This Friday, Tony J King will take to the stage with a few stories and an old guitar and kick drum, bringing the music of a journeyman with roots in the street-corner blues and urban folk of yesteryear. Slow-burning, low-fi urban myths, murder ballads, half-truths, dark gospel and random fascinations are represented in quirky musical tales honed from a pre-occupation with the unusual, the exotic and the downright bizarre. While you’re at the old butter factory turned brewery, enjoy a variety of mouth watering mains washed down with a craft beer.

Show your beard, learn pioneer skills WHERE: Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Silkstone Road, Korumburra. WHEN: Sunday, August 4, 10am–4pm. WHAT: Join the skilled volunteers – blacksmiths, spinners, weavers, lace-makers, dyers and so on – in the beautiful surrounds of Coal Creek for their MUSIC MAN: Tony J King will bring free entry, annual Heritage Craft Day. To make a fabulous day for visitors of all ages, his beats to the Grand Ridge Brewery this the park’s steam train will be running, a magic Friday. lantern show will be on exhibit, and Devlin’s General Store and O. Gilpin’s Drapery will be open amongst the display of pioneer skills and disappearing trades. To top it off, a beard competition will also be held with prizes for the best beards and moustaches handed out on the day. Register for the beard competition online via the Coal Creek Community Park and Museum Facebook page. Call 5655 1811 for more information.

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WASHED AWAY: The path leading from the beach to the surf lifesaving club car park at Inverloch was under repair last week. Residents Tamara and Chloe Prentice (pictured) have watched the dramatic changes.

Inverloch beach path washed away Matt Dunn INVERLOCH’S crumbling shore was again under assault last week, with the path adjacent to the surf club washed away by a high tide. Visiting the site on Friday, The Star found several paths blocked off as Bass Coast Shire Council contractors worked at repairing the damage. Where a path had once been there was now just open space – with a sheer drop between the foreshore and the beach. Trees were precariously perched, with roots exposed. Resident and regular beachgoer Tamara Prentice has watched the shore’s rapid change. She is sceptical that council’s mitigation works are doing much to arrest the coastline’s march toward town. “They seem to have a view that we should let nature take its course, but to what extent do you let that happen?” she asked. A keen photographer, she has kept a record of

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Dennis Atkin, who posted a photo of the eroded beach to the Inverloch Community Voice Facebook site, said his family had been coming to the Inverloch shore since 1974. Like Mrs Prentice, Mr Atkin is worried for the future of the beach and the town. “If people couldn’t access the surf beach, I’d be concerned about the town’s economy. I don’t know what can be done to fix the problem,” he said. In recent days residents have also shared photos of a crumbling Screw Creek/Townsends Bluff walkway on the Inverloch Community Voice site. Council’s Deirdre Griepsma said the rebuilding of the surf club track would be done “with design considerations to meet standards and community needs before the busy summer season.” “The winter storm season has been particularly destructive to the Inverloch foreshore this year and we are continuing to work together with the Inverloch interagency group to find actions to mitigate the risk and adapt to the situation,” she said. “This includes a number of engineering options, however there is no easy, quick fix for the issue.”

the changes. “My family has been coming to Inverloch since 1976 and we’ve lived here for about eight years. The beach has never been like this before,” she said. “We can’t even find entry and exit points to the beach. That was never an issue in the past. “The tower has gone a few times now, which has only been an issue in recent times. The erosion is quite clear.” Inevitably, she believes, the water will continue to stretch toward Surf Parade or “half way though”. “Unless something can be done, whether it’s walls or barriers. I don’t think the wet sand fences have really worked,” she said. “The tide’s getting higher and higher, especially when you’re getting a king tide.” Mrs Prentice joked that she might, though she lives in the middle of town, someday have sea views. Mrs Prentice’s teenage daughter Chloe said many of her friends were choosing Cape Paterson as a place for sun and fun.

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Venus Bay wins state title

CELEBRATION TIME: Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club members after winning Victorian club of the year. Front (L-R) Elise McCorriston, Kimberley Gee, Craig Watson, Wendy Perrow, Paul Hoffman, Megan Watson and Rhiannon McCorriston. Back (L-R) Simon Gee, David Gee, Brooke Gee, Marty McCorriston, Simone Busija, Danny Busija and Michael McCorriston.

Our lifesaving clubs feature in Victorian awards Brad Lester THE best surf lifesaving club in Victoria is at Venus Bay. The club won the title of club of the year at Lifesaving Victoria’s Awards of Excellence dinner at Albert Park on Saturday, from a pool of 67 clubs state-wide. South Gippsland clubs succeeded on the night, with Waratah Beach and Wonthaggi clubs also recognized. It was the third time in four years Venus Bay has won the coveted Beaurepaire Shield, with previous wins in 2016 and 2017.

Equestrian centre looks to clear final hurdles Continued from front page. Some equine events charge $100 entry and even with 250 entrants, that could bring in $25,000 to Stony Creek in entry fees alone. Although frustrated by the project being delayed over the years, with numerous reports valued at up to $90,000, the ladies said, they are hopeful council will now advance the centre. “It will be an indoor arena where you are not sitting out in 40 degree heat or when it’s rainy or windy in South Gippsland,” Ms Bullock said. She has been agitating for the centre for 13 years and Ms Shandley for 10. They have received interest from cattle clubs and judges willing to run handling classes at Stony Creek. Ms Shandley said the council before the 2016 election supported the project, but that interest waned under the next council, which pushed for locations other than Stony Creek to be considered. Ms Bullock said an architect’s report recommended Stony Creek as the preferred site, given its existing facilities and central location. “People would come from East Gippsland way, it’s on the highway, and it has the infrastructure, the power and the water,” Ms Shandley said. “There is 50 acres there that could be utilised towards the exhibition centre.”

“I was elated,” club president Paul Hoffman said of the win. “The kudos belongs with the terrific volunteers that we have got and it shows that we are a small club on a dangerous beach and we are leading the way.” Mr Hoffman said Venus Bay was one of seven finalists, with judges assessing all aspects of a club’s operation, from rescues and strategic plan, through to engagement and governance. Venus Bay has recorded a membership increase of 158 percent over five years, runs a successful Nippers program and has a solid patrol record. The club’s Taite Cumming and Alexander

Duncan were recognised for rescuing a swimmer from a rip in January. Waratah Beach Surf Lifesaving Club’s Jameson Trainor won lifesaver of the year and Natalie Ashdown was named Nipper program volunteer of the year. Mr Trainor was rated as the best lifesaver across all facets: for his work in patrol, training, competition and mentoring. He was presented with the Microflite John Wishart Memorial Medal for Lifesaver of the Year, for his contribution to beach patrols, the Bass District Lifesaving Development Camp and the Leadership, Search and Rescue program.

Ms Ashdown conducts one of the best nipper programs that has gone from strength to strength under her guidance. “As a club we are immensely proud of both of them for winning, as we know the level of competition they were up against is top notch,” the club’s Adrian Moriarty said. Wonthaggi Lifesaving Club’s Sandra Madeley was crowned official of the year for her contribution at state carnivals, as well as at the 2018 ILS World Lifesaving Championships and the Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships. The winners advance to the national awards in November.

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VISIONARY DUO: Janine Bullock and Bev Shandley of the Stony Creek Exhibition Centre Committee are hoping their dream for a centre will be realised.

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Woman makes firefighting history WHEN you think of a firefighter in a truck drivers, radio operators, gofers, community small rural town, odds are you’re think- education, traffic control and providing comfort to those involved.” ing of a man. She joined the CFA at age 16 to be part of a

However July 1 saw a milestone for the Fish Creek and District CFA when Kerry Senior was elected the first female captain in the brigade’s 75 year history. Kerry has been an active volunteer firefighter in the Fish Creek brigade for 20 years and during that time has undertaken many roles such as lieutenant, training officer, truck driver, community safety coordinator, crew leader and specialist road rescue operator. There are four operational female firefighters at Fish Creek ranging from 20 to 70 years of age. Although some jobs can be more physically demanding than others, the members at Fish Creek work together to get the job done. “There is a job for everyone,” Kerry said. “It is understandable that not everyone wants to be at the end of a fire hose, however there are many roles that need to filled on each job such as

local community group as she was not into sport and found the camaraderie of the close knit team accepting. Over the years the technical, communication and problem solving skills gained have helped her in daily life, as well as a firefighter in the brigade. “It is rewarding being able to help my local community in their time of need,” she said. Kerry now looks forward to the challenge and opportunities that her new leadership role of captain of the Fish Creek and District CFA will bring. If you would like to enquire about joining the brigade as a volunteer, come to a training night, every Thursday at 8pm at the Fish Creek Fire station or visit the brigade’s Facebook page. To find your local CFA brigade, visit the CFA LEAVING HER MARK: Kerry Senior is Fish Creek’s first female fire brigade captain in 75 years. website www.cfa.vic.gov.au.

POLICE BRIEFS Highway Patrol at 2.45pm, he returned a positive drug test. Curiously, his passenger was a probationary licence holder who would have been legally allowed to drive. Two hours later the same learner driver was again detected by Bass Coast Highway Patrol driving at 51km/h above the 50km/h speed limit on Williams Street, Korumburra. This time he had four passengers with him. The man was drug tested and again returned another positive drug test. The Toyota, owned by his parents, was immediately impounded for 30 days. The man will be summonsed to attend the KoBIG DAY OUT: A vehicle driven by a 25 year old man was impounded after a string rumburra Magistrates’ Court in relation to several charges including excessive speed, drug driving, of offences in Korumburra. learner driving without a supervising driver and failing to obey police direction. Driver nabbed twice He will also have to pay $1200 to get the vehicle back. for drugs

Court on September 12 after a raid by police on Thursday. The man has been linked to a spate of thefts from cars in the area and a large amount of property was recovered when police executed the search warrant on the Leongatha address. The timely arrest comes in the wake of a spate of car thefts last Tuesday, July 16, which have also been linked to the offender. “Once again it appears that all cars were left unlocked and several had electrical devices and other valuables left in the car,” Sgt Dale McCahon said.

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A 26 YEAR OLD Morwell involved in a collision in Toora last Wednesday, assaulted ambulance officers who stopped to assist. The man then fled from the scene as police arrived. He was apprehended a day later in FosA 25 YEAR OLD learner driver from Eumemter and found to be in possession of a drug of merring, near Dandenong, had a big day out last Alleged thief arrested dependence. Saturday in Korumburra. He was remanded in custody to face the LaA 23 YEAR OLD Leongatha man has been Pulled over by members of the Bass Coast bailed to appear in the Korumburra Magistrates’ trobe Magistrates’ Court, on Wednesday, July 31. He has been charged with assaulting emergency workers, assault with a weapon, possession and use of a drug of dependence, careless driving and refusing a breath test.

South Gippsland Shire Council’s favourite month of the year is August because we dedicate it to celebrating all the incredible businesses in Gippsland. Council has banded with all the Gippsland councils to present a range of amazing events just for our business community. To get involved and to book tickets for upcoming events including Chris Helder’s please visit www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/ businessfestival

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Leongatha Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed or has any information about this damage, between Roughead Street and Clinton Court. Call on 5662 2285.

Damaged windows A CAR parked in Hyland Street, Foster had its rear window smashed by unknown means between 10.45pm and 11pm last Thursday. Call Foster Police on 5682 2407 if you know anything about this crime.

Barbecue stolen OFFENDERS stole a barbecue from a house in Flemming Road, Foster between July 7 and July 21. Call Foster Police on 5682 2407 if you know anything about this crime.

Sideswiped in Wonthaggi

A DRIVER was lucky to escape with minor injuries after she was hit side-on by a vehicle at the intersection of Watt Street and McKenzie Street, Wonthaggi just after 11am Sunday. Police said the incident highlights the importance of wearing seatbelts and having cars with front and side air-bags. Crime spree The driver of the other vehicle will receive a penalty notice for failing to give way. OFFENDERS in a stolen vehicle went on a crime spree last Wednesday morning. Police say the occupants of a stolen white Nissan Patrol tray ute with ‘National Australian Pipelines’ inscribed on its doors, fled from the Mirboo North BP service station without paying for their fuel. The offenders are alleged to have then stolen a blue Ford ute from a residence under construction at Koorooman. A short time later they were placed at a burglary at a farm residence. The utility stolen from Koorooman has since been located at Warragul. Police are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the stolen Nissan Patrol in the area that morning. Call Leongatha Police on 5662 2285.

Shots fired in Hedley AN uninhabited house in Hodgsons Road, Hedley was used as target practice between July 19 and July 24, with several rounds fired. A total of seven bullets were discovered lodged in the house and vehicle wrecks on the property. Detectives from Bass Coast CIU are investigating.

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VANDALS broke 10 crepe myrtle trees re- swiped in Wonthaggi on Sunday had a lucky cently planted along the nature strip in Turner escape. Street, Leongatha.

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A new era dawns

Flooding concerns PEOPLE whose properties are proposed to be deemed at risk of flooding by South Gippsland Shire Council will have another chance to have their say. Council has prepared the planning scheme amendment C116 that seeks to update the existing land subject to inundation overlay in the planning scheme. The overlay is proposed to apply to the Lang Lang River, Little Lang Lang River and their tributaries, and a section of Muddy Creek on the western urban edge of Toora. The overlay also proposes to correct zone mapping areas on 80 parcels of land. Some landholders were concerned about the impact of the changes on land values, land sales and insurance. Council last week voted to ask the Victorian Planning Minister Richard Wynne to appoint an independent planning panel to consider submissions to the amendment.

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Administrators to drive the shire into the future He was also the former CEO of the Wunan Foundation, an Indigenous development organiin Western Australia. FORMER McMillan MP Christian Zah- sation In June 2018, Mr Zahra was made a Member ra is one of two new administrators ap- of the Order of Australia (AM) for “significant pointed to run South Gippsland Shire service to rural and regional development, to the advancement of Indigenous welfare, and to the Council. He will be joined by Rick Brown, with existing Australian Parliament”. administrator Julie Eisenbise named chairperson. Their appointment by the State Government follows council’s sacking in June after the government lost faith in council’s ability to govern for the community. The appointment of the The panel will act as the council until the next council election in 2021. administrators is about The government dismissed the council in June on the recommendation of the Commission returning good governance of Inquiry that found a high level of councilto the people of South lor conflict had impaired the council’s performance and had damaged its reputation within the Gippsland” community. …Minister Adem Somyurek. Mr Zahra is a public policy and strategy expert with experience in rural and regional Mr Brown was a member of the RMIT Coundevelopment. He has held senior roles in government and cil for 13 years and director of the university’s not-for-profit organisations, including serving as commercial company. Since 2009, he has been a consultant providing the Labor Member for McMillan in the federal parliament from 1998 to 2004, and as parliamen- policy and strategic advice. He was an adviser to Russell Savage MP and tary secretary to the Shadow Minister for Infrato Howard government ministers Nick Minchin structure, Transport and Regional Development.

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and Kevin Andrews. Former Manningham City Council mayor Ms Eisenbise will lead the panel, after she was made an interim administrator in June to act in place of the council while the full panel was being established. The two-year appointment period will allow the administrators to embed best practice within council to ensure it is functioning to full capacity by 2021, a government statement said. “The appointment of the administrators is about returning good governance to the people of South Gippsland,” Victorian Local Government Minister Adem Somyurek said. “We’ve acted swiftly to rebuild this council and deliver the highest standards of conduct, transparency and integrity to the local community. “The administrators will work as a team to ensure the council is focused on governing in the best interests of the local community and providing first class services.” Acting council CEO Bryan Sword swore the trio in last week. “I am pleased the ratepayers and residents of South Gippsland Shire now have some certainty about council governance,” he said. “I know that the organisation is looking forward to working with the three administrators and achieving some great outcomes for South Gippsland.”

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LEADING THE WAY: The new administrators of South Gippsland Shire Council were sworn in last week and are (L-R) Christian Zahra, chair Julie Eisenbise and Rick Brown.

RATEPAYERS will have to wait until tomorrow (Wednesday) to learn how much rates will rise by in South Gippsland Shire. That is when the new council administrators will decide whether to adopt council’s budget for 2019-20, along with the new rating strategy and revised council plan. The vote will also consider whether council abolishes the rural residential rate category, a move that would increase rates for people owning lifestyle properties of between 18.320ha in size. The matters were adjourned to give the new administrators more time to consider them. A council meeting will be held at the council chamber in Michael Place from 11am.

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Business boost SMALL businesses can expect to benefit from a pledge by South Gippsland Shire Council to meet their needs. Council last week endorsed the Victorian Small Business Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business Friendly Charter. The commission worked with 12 councils to develop the charter, which outlines the commitment from the commission to work with Small Business Victoria and council, and also its expectations of council to support small businesses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The charter will help create a fairer and more competitive trading environment for South Gippsland small businesses, and effectively signals councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leadership role in our dealings with small businesses and demonstrates our commitment to the sector,â&#x20AC;? councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Renae Littlejohn said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some elements of the charter will require work by council over the next 12 months, such as streamlining permit processes but most others will occur quickly.â&#x20AC;? To learn more, visit the commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www.vsbc.vic.gov.au/small-businesssupport/small-business-friendly-councils

Tourism delay in Venus Bay

Long term members of the Leongatha Business Association turned out for the annual meeting, including (L-R) Sharon and Darryl McGannon from Edneys Nissan and Hyundai, and Shirleyanne and Glenn Wright from Shanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lingerie and Leisure.

Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;get it doneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; mantra SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council has indicated it will not mess about when it comes to completing important projects.

THE development of a plan for tourism in Venus Bay has been deferred by the administrators of South Gippsland Shire Council. They last week considered the Venus Bay Tourism Precinct Plan that included the development of a skate park, open space and job opportunities in the town. The plan intended to improve skating facilities, pedestrian safety and carparking, and also address wastewater management as the lack of sewerage was deemed to be hindering commercial growth. Council and South Gippsland Water believe a site at 130 Inlet View Road could be a suitable site for the treatment and dispersal of collected effluent. More commercial floor space is needed in the town to cater for future growth in population and tourism. The administrators deferred the plan in order to be briefed and call for a future report.

Acting CEO Bryan Sword and administrator Julie Eisenbise spoke at the annual general meeting of the Leongatha Business Association last week to discuss key issues and the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future. Despite the draft budget not being passed last week due to the appointment of two new administrators, Mr Sword said as soon as the budget was adopted, he would look at important projects that are ready to proceed and get on with them. Mrs Eisenbise was of a similar vein, saying, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to move projects forward, get things happening; we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want things to stall. But I am mindful that the community need to be consulted as part of the process.â&#x20AC;? Mr Sword and Ms Eisenbise have been meeting communities throughout the shire and have been impressed by the welcome theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve received. The Bair Street redevelopment tops their list of priorities and will start later this year once South Gippsland Water has replaced the mains, starting after the Daffodil Festival. To engage directly with affected businessBUSINESS CHANGE: new Leongatha Business Association president Anthony Walls owners in Bair Street, a business liaison reference welcomes South Gippsland Shire Council acting CEO Bryan Sword and administrator Julie group will be formed. Eisenbise to the annual general meeting. The group met for the first time last week to discuss the best ways to communicate the project as it moves into construction phase. Some traders have expressed concerns about how it will affect parking and patronage of their business over the course of the project. ADJOURNED ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING DETOX YOUR HOME WORKS THIS WEEK The AGM saw a changing of the guard with the Tree requests: Whole Shire Reduce the risk of poisoning and environmental pollution All Council sessions are located in Council Chambers, president and vice-presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roles switching. around your home by dropping off unwanted chemicals at Michael Place, Leongatha. % ' Leongatha North, Hallston, Welshpool Brenton Williams was thanked for his four the FREE Detox Your Home event: Wednesday 31 July 2019, 11.00am ( ' Whole Shire years at the helm. He will assume the vice-presiSaturday 3 August Please note that Council live streams and records ) % % ' Swanson Street, dentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role while Anthony Walls steps up as presiKoonwarra Transfer Station its Ordinary Council Meetings, refer to the Policy on Korumburra, Mitchell Street, Nyora and Smith Street dent. Sovanna Bruning steps in as secretary to re9.00am to 1.00pm Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website for more details. and Victoria Road, Loch place Jodie Clarkson and Kristy Walls continues Trained staff will be in attendance waiting to take your Agenda Topics: * ' Poowong, Nyora, Mirboo as treasurer. unwanted chemicals. Simply turn up on the day and North, Stony Creek, Dollar 4.2. Award Contract CON/226 Supply and Delivery of discard. Mr Walls said there were exciting times ahead Premix Concrete + ' Leongatha South, Koonwarra, with the redevelopment Bair Street firmly on the For a list of accepted items please visit Yanakie 5.3. Rating Strategy 2019-2022 www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/detoxyourhome agenda this coming 12 months. , ' Fishermans Jetty, Venus Bay 5.4. Annual Budget 2019/20 â&#x20AC;&#x153;The challenge will be to minimise disruption. GIPPSLAND BUSINESS FESTIVAL - ' Sanders Lane, Korumburra 5.5. Revised Council Plan 2017-2021 We know there will be annoyance but the vast maThe countdown is on! Our favourite month of the year " ' Long Jetty Caravan jority of us see this as a vital step to renew our ADMINISTRATORS SWORN IN is August because we dedicate it to celebrating all the Park and Waratah Bay Caravan Park town,â&#x20AC;? he said. incredible businesses in Gippsland. * ' Poowong, Nyora, Tarwin â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have brought together a strong committee Government had appointed the three Administrators So to show our love, all Gippsland councils have banded Lower, Venus Bay to preside over Council until October 2021. All three and our membership is booming. We look forward together to bring a range of amazing events just for our Administrators were sworn in on 24 July. / ! ' Harveys Road, Ruby and Hollins to working with the shire CEO and the adminis Road, Trida Ms Julie Eisenbise, who has been the Interim trators throughout the next 12 months.â&#x20AC;? Administrator for the past few weeks, will be staying Weather Permitting 6 August The committee is Cameron Chapman, Peter on and will lead the panel. She has been joined by Mr Leongatha RSL Watchorn, Debra Wightman, Brian Hogan, Tony Christian Zahra AM and Mr Rick Brown. 6.30pm to 8.30pm Giles, Jodie Clarkson, Jess Harle, Jeff Clarkson, $35 Contact information is available for the Administrators Nicole Stewart and Shane Commadeur. at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/administrators Achievements over the past term included the

IMMUNISATIONS fi nalisation of the Bair Street re-development, the ! " # % & completion of the Lennie Gwyther statue, the runFoster: Tuesday 6 August (10.00-10.30am): To book your tickets and for more upcoming events please War Memorial Arts Centre ning of the public meeting to discuss dysfunction visit www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/businessfestival amongst shire councillors, co-ordinating the new Leongatha: Tuesday 6 August (12.30-1.30pm): EMPLOYMENT Uniting Church Hall network meetings, running the successful LeMirboo North: Wednesday 7 August (9.00-9.30am): ongatha Street Festival as part of the Leongatha Council advertises all employment opportunities on its Maternal and Child Health Centre Daffodil Festival, plus Christmas decorations and website. Korumburra: Wednesday 7 August (11.30am-12.00pm): For details please visit: other promotions. Karmai Community Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre The AGM was at McCartinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel, www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/employment Leongatha. 9 Smith Street, Leongatha 3953 | Private Bag 4, Leongatha 3953 | 5662 9200 | council@southgippsland.vic.gov.au | www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au

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WE’RE LEONGATHA PROUD TRADERS throughout Leongatha will wear a new badge of honour as part of this year’s Leongatha Daffodil Festival and Community Expo. The “Leongatha Proud” business initiative will shortly see 2000 badges going out to businesses proclaiming the community spirit of the town. The Star’s Commercial Manager, Tony Giles, is the man behind the project. “A similar concept worked extremely well in Yarram a few years ago and we wanted to provide the same impetus for businesses here in Leongatha,” he said. “The badges, featuring the words ‘Leongatha Proud’, have a daffodil over the top of the iconic Leongatha Memorial Hall and are in green and gold colours. “We’re aiming to see hundreds of badges worn by business owners and their staff during the four days of the Daffodil Festival. “Leongatha businesses are rightly proud of their town and see the festival as a significant boost not only to their bottomline but also to the fabric of the town. “I would like to thank the Rosetti Family for their support and ideas behind the Leongatha Proud project,” he said. New Leongatha Business Association president Anthony Walls praised the Star Newspaper for the great initiative. “We would like to work with The Star in getting these badges out to the businesses and the volunteers who are involved in any events at the festival,” he said. “It will be great to see everyone wearing them during the festival to show we are truly proud of our town.” This year’s festival will be held from Friday, August 30 until Sunday, September 1. Highlights include the 63rd Annual Daffodil and Floral Show, the 43rd annual Leongatha Art and Photography Show and a massive Leongatha Street Festival along Bair Street on the Saturday. The Star is going all out to promote this year’s events with two weeks of features. The Star will also run a competition offering a $500 Star gift card for a lucky shopper who

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MIGHTY PROUD: The Star’s advertising team of Jane Gardner, Tony Giles and Becky Olsen will be handing out hundreds of badges to traders as part of this year’s Daffodil Festival in Leongatha. (BELOW) New Leongatha Business Association president, Anthony Walls, is ready to pin on his new badge. purchases goods at any of the Leongatha Proud outlets. The Daffodil Festival features will dominate the Star’s August 20 and 27 editions. Leongatha’s iconic Daffodil and Floral Show is seeking to expand this year with features including a camellia show, plant stalls and exhibitions of photography and children’s work. The best local musicians will entertain in Bair Street where visitors will be able to wander around amongst 60 stallholders and food vans. There will also be a car club display in the Woolworths carpark, a book sale and delicious sweet treats at the church, along with the Rotary Art Show at Mesley Hall. Businesses wanting to get behind the project should contact the paper on 5662 2294.

GOD is coming to the main street of Korumburra. The town’s Southern Hills Assembly of God church will relocate to the former National Australia Bank site at 85 Commercial Street, Korumburra. South Gippsland Shire Council last week granted a permit for the new location for a place of worship. The site has been vacant for some time. “The main entrance of the church will be changed to the side of the existing building, with access to this entrance being from the rear of the building along Little Commercial Street,” council’s Paul Stampton said. “The intention is to hold a church service on Sunday mornings and a youth group on either Friday or Saturday evenings.” Part of the permit includes a reduction in the number of required carparks after the applicant showed there was adequate parking at the rear of the shop, with 111 vacant spaces. The church is now located 4 Mine Road.

Youth focus YOUNG people in South Gippsland will have a greater chance of having their say, under South Gippsland Shire Council’s new youth strategy. The plan, adopted by council last week, will give people aged between 12 and 25 the chance to contribute to policies that affect them. Council will also work with service providers to improve education and training options for young people, and advocate for them to have greater access to all health services. Council consulted young people to create the policy. See the strategy at: www.southgippsland.vic. gov.au/strategies

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MONEY BALL: Elders’ Carlie Dwyer did her bit for the charity golf day, collecting bucket loads of cash from golfers on Friday.

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In today’s society, the simple act of sitting down with your family for dinner is becoming less prevalent. However, when we asked locals on our socials if it was something they valued, we were overwhelmed with responses affirming the benefits of family dinner time.

The Essendon-mad Leongatha boy was fortuGOLFERS have rallied behind a charnate enough to toss the coin at a recent Bombers ity fundraiser for three South Gippsland match and meet hero Dyson Heppell. families. Elder’s Tracey Gollop told The Star it was The annual Elders South Gippsland Charity Golf Day – held last Friday at Leongatha Golf Club - has been a fixture on the local calendar for about 10 years, helping to support any number of charitable causes. This year’s proceeds – expecting to be in the order of about $25,000 – will go to the families of Campbell Ion, Montanah Dubignon and Jack Fisher. Tragically, Montanah, 5, who was battling an incurable brain tumour, died in the lead up to the event. She is survived by identical twin sister, Dakota, along with siblings Taylah, Shannon and Lane, and mum and dad Jarrod and Sarah. The Ion family suffered the loss of their 16 year old son Campbell from a tragic car accident. Campbell’s 18-year-old brother Lucas was the driver of the vehicle. Lucas faces a long road to rehabilitation. Meanwhile, 17 year old Jack Fisher has a stage four brain tumour. His family, including dad Matt, have been spending countless hours travelling to Melbourne to support the teen.

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matter of thinking about “who may need some assistance” when deciding to whom the proceeds (split three ways this year) would go. “The money will go directly to the families. The sad thing is there’s always someone who needs help,” she said. “We’ve over full as far as participants go, with 36 teams playing. It’s cold and wet out there. The players love it. “This is a special day and great social day. It’s turned into one of those days that everyone’s happy to participate in.” Tracey said the event “gets bigger every year”. “There’s loads of sponsors, loads of raffles, loads of auction prizes,” she said. More than 50 local businesses have donated goods, Tracey said. “The South Gippsland business community has been supportive. You’ve only got to walk into a business and ask for a donation and people immediately say ‘yes’,” she said. See more Elders South Gippsland Charity Golf Day photos on page 35.

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Zela Free IF you’re one to experiment with a cocktail of weird food combinations, you’re not alone. Our followers revealed on our socials last week some of the oddly delicious food matches they’d discovered. Here are their comments to inspire your next wacky snack:

Paige Biggs “Banana and ham sandwiches.”

Glenn Smith “As a kid I used to have peanut butter and mayonnaise sandwiches. What was wrong with me?”

Jessica Puncher “Two minute noodles with thousand island dressing.”

Darren Eastwood “Vegemite and creamed honey with butter on hot crumpets.”

“This is a hugely important part of family life that I think is sadly being forgotten. Everyone is busy, tired and distracted. “It doesn’t have to be silver service, it just has to be together! “Conversation is the most important part of dinner. Nothing is off limits: from funny cartoons to religion, culture, history to current events. “It’s our kids’ turn to be heard too, which is super important for their self esteem. We all practice listening, which is a really important skill for life. “It is communal and strengthens our bond. I just cherish the time we spend at the table, sometimes for an hour or more after the meal, talking about our day. “I think today’s families are often detached and fractured, frazzled and exhausted. I really think we all need to ‘get back to the table’.”

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“The TV gets turned off and we have great conversations with the kids about their day. Narelle Hooper Life is so hectic; sometimes you’ve just got to “My son likes ice cream with tomato sauce grab those pockets of time to reconnect face to on top.” face.”

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“Condensed milk on fresh white bread.”

“We sit down for dinner seven days a week and breakfast before school too! “My kids are seven, five and three and are well mannered at the table and eat every meal without a fuss. “I like to know my kids can have a civilised meal at home which makes going out so much easier.”

Russ Matthews “Two chocolate frogs broken into pieces then pushed into a hot 4n20 pie, allow to melt a bit, then enjoy a hot crunchy chocolate flavoured pie. Or just as great, sticky date pudding and caramel on a big steak.”

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Soundshell to take centre stage Inverloch may have arts space by March A PEFORMING arts hub valued theatrical lighting. “People will be able to sit on the grass at nearly half a million dollars and enjoy music and watch shows,” Mr could be built at Inverloch by Edel said. March next year. Further funding is being sourced

The soundshell proposed for The Glade by the town’s foreshore is gaining pace, with fundraising nearing the $490,000 needed. The project is an initiative of the Lions Club of Inverloch and District and will help to mark Lions’ centenary in 2017-18. Soil testing is to be done and plans are being completed ahead of being submitted to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning for approval. “I believe we will start turning sods as soon as we get the greenlight from the department,” the club’s Klaus Edel said. “The soundshell’s going to have far reaching benefit because all the schools will be able to come down here and have an open air concert. “In the summer, there will be twilight movies when the place is jumping. The jazz festival organisers will be looking forward to it and I’m sure the wooden boat festival will get use out of it.” The soundshell will take advantage of the natural amphitheatre that The Glade is, be lower than nearby foreshore trees, and include audio equipment and

for the project, with $200,000 from the State Government’s Pick My Project in October 2018 and $150,000 from Bass Coast Shire Council via developer contributions. Inverloch and District Lions Club and Australian Lions Foundation have given $15,000 each. Further funds will be raised by Lions selling pavers to the community at $300 each. These will be engraved with the purchaser’s name. The soundshell will be available free for community groups and at a hire charge for a corporate event. Lions also cut firewood for pensioners and others who struggle to afford to heat their homes. Email: inverlochlions@gmail.com or visit the club’s sausage sizzle at Inverloch Foodworks on Saturday mornings.

ENTERTAINMENT CENTRAL: A digitally altered image showing the Lions Club of Inverloch and District’s Klaus Edel at The Glade in Inverloch and the proposed soundshell.

MP rejects school funding claims A VETERAN federal politician has rejected claims that his government is underfunding education in the region. Monash MP Russell Broadbent said the Federal Government was providing “record funding” to local schools. Last week The Star featured a story about educational disadvantage in the region, with Australian Education Union vice president for Victoria, Briley Duncan saying the Coalition Government’s

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failure to support the 2011 Gonski review into school funding meant “schools in the electorate of Monash will now receive $25.5 million less than expected”. Mr Broadbent disputed the figure, telling The Star that, “Our government is providing record funding of $310.3 billion to state schools, to Catholic schools and to independent schools. “That’s 62 per cent more funding per student, on average, over a decade. School funding has increased every year under our government. “Our government recognises there are additional costs to educate students attending school in rural, regional and remote areas. “We will provide over $400 million in sup-

port for rural and regional students on top of an estimated $69.7 billion for remote loading – where the more remote a school, the higher its loading.” He said total Commonwealth funding for students in regional and remote Australia would increase by 63 per cent. “Our government is also ensuring that state and territory governments invest in their schools,” he said. “Under the recently signed bilateral agreement with Victoria, the State Government will increase Schooling Resource Standard funding for government schools from 67.8 per cent in 2018, the lowest of any state, to 75 per cent by 2028.”

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Saddle up for Stony ONE could have forgiven them for giving up earlier, but the passionate horse riders seeking the development of an equestrian and exhibition centre at Stony Creek are still keen – despite the barriers that have been in their way. South Gippsland Shire Council is still considering developing the centre, with consultants to give council suggestions for at least one suitable site and a business case for the project. The project has the potential to be a moneyspinner for the shire and contribute to the region’s cultural and sporting life. Not only would it be a venue for large scale equestrian events, but it could also host agricultural and other shows, machinery field days and markets – regardless of the unpredictable and wet weather that South Gippsland is renowned for. A previous study tipped the centre would result in eight full-time ongoing jobs. There are wins all around. The case for the centre to be at Stony Creek Recreation Reserve is too strong for council to ignore. There are existing equestrian facilities there and the reserve is well regarded by the horseriding community. Stony Creek has ample space for such a centre and is centrally located not only within South Gippsland Shire, but also to neighbouring shires and the commercial centres of Foster, Meeniyan and Leongatha where food and accommodation is available to visitors. It’s show time for Stony. Let’s hope the consultants and council agree.

THE answer to the question “Are we failing our kids?” in The Star, July 23, is no. Rather, we believe in their capacity to achieve and are investing in their future. Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Ltd is committed to improving the life chances of young people in Gippsland. We are delivering educational reform, creating significant improvements in learning outcomes for students in local Catholic schools. One component of our strategy is to improve teaching practice. For example, staff from Catholic schools in Leongatha, Wonthaggi and Korumburra are among more than 60 local Catholic education professionals to recently finish post-graduate studies in evidence-based, clinical teaching. This program equips teachers with researchinformed, expert teaching practices to help their students succeed. All Catholic schools in the Diocese of Sale have high expectations of their teachers and students, and aim for outstanding educational outcomes. We encourage students to have confidence in their ability to achieve their full potential, and a determination to strive for equity and excellence. As the Teach for Australia website states, their ranking of educational opportunities “should not be taken to represent the complete picture of education outcomes experienced by people living in each postcode, nor of the education opportunities available to students at individual schools within a postcode.” Maria Kirkwood, director of Catholic Education, Diocese of Sale.

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MOUNTAIN BOUND: South Gippsland may be cold over winter but that does not stop all the locals from heading to the snowfields for fun in even chillier conditions. Cartoon by Glenn Robinson. drugs or any attempt to introduce drug programs warning children of the dangers of drugs from either the state or federal leaders of the Liberal, Labor or state governments. I cannot understand why? Where are the unions condemning drugs on worksites when they have a policy to ensure workers return home safely from work? For some reason, Federal and State governments have refused to introduce a drug test for cocaine for drivers. Who are they protecting? Cocaine usage is up and supposedly this is a top end of town drug. I hope our surgeons, etc are drug free when operating. Why doesn’t the government showing leadership and start drug testing politicians and judges to show they are fair dinkum on drugs, as we are condemning our children and grandchildren to a life of misery. Let’s hope we see some action to protect the community. Geoff Wyatt, Korumburra.

SO far so good with administrators running the South Gippsland council, with big questions deferred till next week. With the Labor Party appointing some of the party faithful to run our shire, perhaps we will see grant funding flowing from Spring Street to compensate for the cost to ratepayers of the government’s monitor, administrators and the Commission of Inquiry. In fact I’d like to see enough state money spent here to make South Gippsland a marginal electorate and then watch the political parties take notice down here. Steve Finlay, Leongatha. NOW the dust has somewhat settled in regard to the dumping of democracy, with the replacement of the elected councillors by the administrator, there remains the outstanding matter of the nonWE have a very high rate of drug usage in disclosure of the ‘show cause’ response to MinisAustralia. ter Somyurek. Yet we have made no attempt to condemn The minister demanded our now ex-council-

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lors spend valuable time on preparing their defence – having made it clear it would be part of his deliberations with whatever action he might decide to take. It appears that he then ultimately announced his recommendation without taking the time to even read the document, let alone actually take it into consideration. It’s my understanding the councillors burnt the midnight oil over their ‘show cause’ response, which in turn meant they had to divert their attention from other pressing matters, like the budget, which has resulted in them being criticised for not spending enough time on that and other pressing issues. The decision/parliamentary process was over with unseemly haste. The reports from both the Commission of Inquiry and the monitor were both tabled in parliament. Each favouring the case for dismissal, but the show cause document (the ‘defence’) was not tabled and has not been released to the public. In the interests of natural justice, this is an untenable situation that either requires explanation and/or remedy. All levels of government are supposed to be committed to openness and transparency. That is not a commitment about which one can be selective! What is there to hide? John McCombe, Leongatha.

COUNCIL MESSAGES Administrator, Julie Eisenbise WHAT a promising week we have had following the announcement from the Victorian Government that Mr Christian Zahra AM and Mr Rick Brown will join me as South Gippsland Shire Council’s administrators until the elections in October 2021. I am proud to have the opportunity to continue my work with the community as an administrator and as nominated chairperson alongside two reputable individuals. Administrators Brown and Zahra both bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, and I am sure South Gippsland will only benefit from their diversity of skills. Administrator Brown has been a consultant providing policy and strategic advice for the past 10 years and previously was a member of the RMIT Council and Director of the university’s commercial company. He was an adviser to Russell Savage MP and to Howard government ministers Nick Minchin and Kevin Andrews. Administrator Zahra has past experience as Member for the Federal seat of McMillan (now Monash) and knows the region well. He was also the parliamentary secretary to the Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development and last year was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM).

All administrators have been hard at work already, with part one of the July council meeting complete amidst the swearing-in ceremony, inductions and briefings. Part two of the July meeting will take place at council chambers next Wednesday from 11am. It will be open to the public and we will be deciding on the budget, council plan and rating strategy. In addition to all of that we are working with council staff to get up to speed on the most important and pressing issues in the region, and planning how we will consult with the community in the near future. At present there is an intense workload to bring together a number of significant projects and prepare our advocacy plans. This is our chance to determine where our priorities are for the next 12 months and to chase funding opportunities as they become available. For those who may not have met me or the other administrators yet, rest assured that we will be making an effort to be active in the community. We genuinely want to hear from the people of South Gippsland and learn more about local challenges and areas for improvement. We are certainly looking forward to the opportunity.

Mayor, Cr Brett Tessari MY weekend was full of incredible and inspiring events, starting off with the official opening of the Festival of Stories in Cowes on Friday night. Congratulations to the Island Story Gatherers, a group of eight enthusiastic volunteers, for their vision and dedication to make the festival happen. The festival celebrates arts and culture and helps drive up visitation to the Island during the off-peak season. Once again, the program was incredible and I am sure the festival will continue to go from strength to strength in years to come. This weekend, the Phillip Island Football Netball Club and the Phillip Island Soccer Club and their opponents, took part in the Phillip Island Orange Round, which aims to promote gender equality and raise awareness around the prevention of violence against women and children. The event was held in partnership with the Change for Sam Committee, which was formed after the tragic death of Island local Sam Fraser. It is always inspiring to see how a community comes together to support one another, not only in times of tragedy, but also when there is a collective need to make a change. I attended the soccer match at Newhaven

on Sunday and was encouraged by the positive messages this round promotes. We have a great sense of community spirit in Bass Coast. I saw a fundraising page recently for a local young woman who had been diagnosed with cancer. It was terribly sad to see this young person dealt such a rotten blow, however I am also so proud to see how, as a community, we rally around anyone who needs support. It doesn’t need to be a monetary donation either; sometimes just some kind words, or a phone call, or a home-cooked meal can be all it takes to help someone who might be doing it tough. Don’t forget, there is still time to provide feedback on a number of council and State Government projects. Jump on to council’s website to provide feedback on the Wonthaggi Activity Centre Plan, or the three reserve master plans, including Blue Gum in Cowes, Harold Hughes in Corinella and Thompson in Inverloch. The State Government is also asking for feedback on the Distinctive Areas and Landscapes project, regional litter and illegal dumping plans, and the draft marine and coastal policy. Head to engage.vic.gov.au to have your say.

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Ripples sing the hits just for fun Peter Chapman IT was a typical wintery day in Inverloch, the wind was strong enough to blow small dogs away and the clouds swirled ominously above, ready to send more rain cascading down. Despite the gloomy weather, you can’t stay cooped up warm and comfortable all weekend in the lounge room. Well, maybe you can and in hindsight I might have been better to do just that. So instead of looking at the four walls of my B&B accommodation, I decided to wander down to the local Lions Club markets at The Glade. The weather seemed to have scared off most of the traders, but I still had the chance to buy some fresh vegetables and grab a good coffee and a freshly made donut. Also to my delight was a small band playing in the rotunda, so as a foot tapper from way back I decided to shelter from the wind and enjoy their music at the same time. The Ripple Ukelele Band was putting on a show and had a small, but appreciative audience tuned in. The band has been around for a few years now and has been playing their repertoire of hits from the past at retirement villages and other small events. It consists of mature musicians from the Bass Coast area who sing and play music for their own SINGING FOR JOY: The Ripples Ukelele Band was having just as much fun as their small audience at the Inverloch markets. enjoyment. They took their name from the ship called “The Ripple” that was wrecked on the nearby coastline. A replica of the ship is located adjacent to the over yacht club at Inverloch. % Their love of music was infectious and I look OFF forward to seeing them the next time I venture to the local Inverloch markets. Weather permitting of course.

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NEWS IN BRIEF Celebrating business SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council is joining with other Gippsland councils to host the Gippsland Business Festival throughout August. Events that celebrate local businesses and provide development opportunities have been planned for the business community across Gippsland. South Gippsland council will host these events: August 6, The Power of Influence with Chris Helder, Leongatha RSL from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. August 14, Free Small Business Mentoring Clinic, rear of Memorial Hall, McCartin Street, Leongatha with spots available between 9am and 4.30pm. August 26. Business Planning Essentials – How to Build a Road Map to Success, Council Chambers, Michael Place, Leongatha from 6pm to 8pm. “Council is proud of our local business community and is committed to providing opportunities for growth and support,” council’s Melinda McLennan said. “We are particularly excited for our headline event with Chris Helder who will be guiding attendees through mastering their mindset, creating genuine customer connections and taking business to the next level. It’s an opportunity not to be missed.” Any local businesses wanting to get involved in the festival or book tickets to the events can visit council’s website: www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/businessfestival

Hospital committee announced THE new community hospital at Phillip Island will be shaped by a community consultative committee. The group will work with Bass Coast Shire Council and health experts to ensure the hospital best serves the community’s needs. Chaired by Bass MLA Jordan Crugnale, the committee also includes Trevor Ryan, Samiro Douglas, Mal McCann, Joyce Ball, Andrew Clarke, Sue Becker, Gillian Scrase, Amanda Drennan, Fybian Chakaodza, Andrew Phillips and Howard McCormick.

Danielle refuses to suffer in silence Grace Griffith INFLAMMATORY bowel disease, or IBD, is an invisible disability, and it’s on the rise. This incurable and painful illness is a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines and comes in two forms: Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis. In Australia, IBD is becoming more prevalent, more complex, and more severe. According to Crohn’s and Colitis Australia, it affects approximately one in 250 people aged five to 40. Now, almost 75,000 Australians have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, with this number projected to increase to 100,000 by 2022. It can be a diagnosis that can turn someone’s life upside down. “It can be daunting, and embarrassing,” Danielle Schultz, a local Crohn’s suffer confided. Embarrassing because the condition, when in an active stage, can cause severe irritation to the bowels and demands frequent toilet stops. Regardless, Danielle is speaking up about her experiences to raise awareness of the often shielded subject. While she was diagnosed in 2012, Danielle suffered with the condition for 10 years prior. “I lost 80 kilograms in one year. I was really quite sick,” she said. Eventually, she was recommended to have a colonoscopy. “It can be really hard to diagnose without a colonoscopy,” she said. “It’s not an easy disease to see: it masks itself in so many ways.” The sinister sickness is also responsible for more. “It attacks your immune system, your stomach, eyes and joints, not just your intestines,” she said. “I know when I’m going to get a flare up because I get a stye under my eye.” Another exasperating aspect of the disease is its unpredictability. “With Crohn’s, what I eat today won’t trigger me, but it will tomorrow,” she said. “Stress is also a

FAMILY EFFORT: It’s a family effort with Danielle Schultz’s two children, Hayden and Taylor helping to organise the donation of teddy bears with ostomy bags to children suffering with inflammatory bowel disease. massive trigger and changes in hormones.” Following her diagnosis, Danielle has been on medication continuously to minimise the effects of the condition and has worked on managing stress levels. However, adhesion of her bowel to other organs – another side effect of the illness - now means she is incontinent. A colostomy bag is the next step in her journey. “Getting that kind of information is not easy to deal with,” she said. “But you have your cry and wallow, and then you get on with it.” Despite her painful and sometimes

Litter action DO you have a view about litter and illegal dumping? Resource Recovery Gippsland, together with Gippsland’s six shire councils, is seeking the community’s views, concerns and priorities about litter and illegal dumping in the region through an online community survey until Sunday, August 4. The survey includes a series of questions about many aspects of litter and illegal dumping, and is available on the Engage Victoria website: https://engage.vic.gov.au/regionallitter-and-illegal-dumping-plans/gippsland. The results will help develop a Regional Litter and Illegal Dumping Plan that will include actions to tackle the top five priorities.

Crohn’s disease sufferer, Danielle Schultz, is determined to break the stigma surrounding inflammatory bowel disease by donating ostomy teddy bears to children in need.

debilitating condition, Danielle is working in Leongatha, keeping herself busy, and doing the things she loves: reading, cooking and spending time with her family. And if you met her without knowledge of her condition, you’d never expect her to be a sufferer. With a smiling face and a positive attitude, she doesn’t strike you as someone who lives with this condition every day. But getting on with life comes at a price. “It cost me $12,000 a year for medication for my illness,” she said. “One steroid is $135 a month. “I’m putting together a petition for our Federal Government for a health care card to help with costs.” Danielle also creates a yearly IBD calendar which all profit going directly back into IBD clinics. That’s not all; she recently published a cook book and is putting aside $10 from every purchase to buy teddy bears with ostomy bags for children with the disease. Aimed at being an educational tool and companion for children, the bears also help reduce the stigma attached to the disease and an ostomy bag. “If you’ve been diagnosed with IBD, then make sure you have a good support system, either friends or family, and don’t push people away who want to help,” she said. “It can be embarrassing at the start, but there are other people going through it, and great online forums available.” Danielle said ‘The Gutsy Group’ was one invaluable resource (www.thegutsygroup.com.au). Her own Facebook page, ‘The Chronic Crawl’, is also a goldmine of information and support. For more information, call the Crohn’s & Colitis Australia helpline on 1800 138 029.

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HOLIDAYS Get aboard The Ghan for something totally unique

Peter Chapman IN 2004 a milestone in Australia railway history was achieved when the first train crossed the heartland of Australia travelling 3000km from Adelaide to Darwin. It was February 1 and it is the date all rail devotees recognise as the date The Ghan was born. A decade on, the iconic train has become a local bucket-list holiday for many Aussies. As the son of a railway engineer I have always held a fascination for trains, although a 20-hour trip on a train from Sydney to Tweed many years ago washed away some of the magic of train travel for me. That said, an invitation to be part of a small media contingent on the 10th anniversary Ghan trip to Darwin a few years ago saw me falling over myself to say yes. The first Ghan carried leading politicians Gough Whitlam and Alexander

Downer, while entertainers Joe Camilleri and James Blundell were also aboard. Blundell wrote a song about The Ghan which he performed for guests on the inaugural trip. Fast forward 10 years and former deputy prime minister Tim Fischer replaced Gough, while James Reyne was handed the entertainment baton. The former Australian Crawl lead singer provided one of the highlights of the anniversary trip when he performed at a concert in the middle of nowhere. Actually nowhere was the small South Australia town of Pimba which is home to just 50 residents. It was fitting for him to open his impromptu concert in the red dirt with the song Way out West. It was a short stop and didn’t affect the train’s schedule with trips leaving Adelaide twice a week on a Sunday and a Wednesday at 12.20pm. All up you spend three days on the train with stops at Alice Springs and Katherine before arriving in Darwin at 6.30pm. Southern Rail, which operates The

Ghan as well as the Indian Pacific, moved to make the long rail journey ticket more attractive by handing passengers in the top two classes an allinclusive food and drink package. It simply means your ticket includes all meals and you can wander up at any time to the lounge carriage and join other travellers for a drink and a chat. Meeting others experiencing The Ghan is one of the great benefits in doing this trip. You can just stay in your cabin if you want, but I’d suggest stretching out and enjoying the company of others is a great way to go. I have no doubt it’s this opportunity for social interaction that has helped make The Ghan trip so popular. While The Ghan offers a cheaper individual-seat-only travel option, most opt to book platinum or gold service tickets, which give you the privacy of your own carriage and most importantly a bed. My greatest joy was to sit in my cabin looking across the panorama of Australia’s outback through the window.

It reminded me of walking into an art gallery featuring the best Outback landscapes. Yes for kilometres on kilometres the painting may not change much, but now and then you will be met with a surprise.

It’s a trip that offers tranquility and a time for reflection and sometimes in our busy lives we forget that we need this. My advice: “It may not be the cheapest holiday you have ever gone on, but it will deliver a lasting memory”.

AMAZING SCENERY: Passengers onboard The Ghan get the chance to stop off for a tour of the stunning Katherine Gorge.

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TASTE OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA IT’S one of those trips everyone should Round off your journey on The Ghan with go on at least once in their lifetime: a five nights in Adelaide giving you the chance to train journey into Australia’s red heart. explore nearby world-renowned wine region, the Leongatha Travel and Cruise’s Jill Carmody said there was a wealth of opportunities on these rail journeys and passengers should look at some great tours you can add on. Leongatha Travel and Cruise is offering some special savings aboard the Ghan’s ‘Taste of the Top End’ expedition and the Indian Pacific’s ‘Rottnest Wonder’ journey from Adelaide to Perth. Book prior to September 30 to secure ‘early bird’ fares and your preferred dates and service level. You can combine rail trips with the following packages: TASTE OF THE TOP END Start or end your journey on The Ghan with four nights in Darwin and a day trip to explore the Litchfield National Park Waterfalls. Join a half day jumping crocodile cruise and watch in awe as these powerful creatures launch themselves from the water.

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Courthouse history is a reflection of a maturing regional community T

HE official closure of the Leongatha Courthouse on March 31, 1990 closed down court proceedings that had taken place in Leongatha for almost a century. When government surveyor John Lardner laid out Leongatha township in 1888, he reserved land for public buildings, but it was many years later that this land was utilised for the erection of the post office and court house. The first public building in the township was the Mechanics’ Institute, a wooden building on the site of the present Memorial Hall. Opened in 1891, the records of the institute show that one room of the premises was leased to the Crown Law Department for the sum of 25 pounds per annum for police court purposes. This was visited on a regular basis by a police magistrate Smallman and was also used for the sale of Crown land. Such was the state of Leongatha’s streets at that time that Smallman complained that “he could not cross the street without sinking over his boot tops in mud and that when he reaches the precincts of the Mechanics’ Institute he is compelled to swim to the door.” With the growth of the town and district in the 1890s it soon became obvious that a proper courthouse would need to be built to serve the Leongatha district. The Crown Land reserved for this purpose was then being used as holding yards for the trucking of cattle by rail. Plans were drawn up and the present brick building was erected in 1912 to replace the rented premises of the Mechanics Institute. The opening of the new courthouse facilitated court and legal proceedings, but Leongatha still had another minor problem in regard to unforeseen deaths. Before a death certificate could be issued it was sometimes necessary a post mortem had to be done. Under the terms of the Licensing Act, hotels had to provide a room for this purpose if required. As such a room at the rear of Bair’s original Otago Hotel was used for this purpose.

In 1904 local solicitor Richard Little was brought before the court under the Truancy Act for failing to send his children to school. Little defended himself in court claiming that he was quite capable of instructing his children at home where they were receiving education far superior to that at the State School. After adjourning court and reading up the relLaw-abiding people evant act, the bench decided that while Little was Early Woorayl Shire residents were overwhelm- legally entitled to keep his children at home he ingly law-abiding people, but like every other com- would have to see that they obtained the State munity there were instances of minor and major School standards. crimes occurring at various internals. Ragwort epidemic Within a few years of settlement recourse was Much of police magistrate’s time was taken made to the law by different settlers in order to rectify what were claimed to be legitimate wrongs up by charges laid by the Lands Department against landowners for failure to eradicate ragor injuries. Several claims originated as a result of fires lit wort on their properties. So prevalent was this weed in the district that by settlers spreading onto neighbouring properties the government offered a prize to pupils of the and damaging property. In 1898 the Leongatha Court heard two tru- Leongatha State School to whoever could gather ancy cases of parents proceeded against for failure up and bring to the school the greatest number of ragwort plants. to send their children to school. Headmaster Cowling reported to Woorayl The report in the Great Southern Star on these Shire Council in June 1908 that 35,298 ragwort cases reflects the harsh living conditions of some plants had been dug up and delivered to his of the early district residents. One parent stated as an excuse that he was un- school as a result of the prize being offered. Winners were Willie O’Donnell and Leo able to afford any boots or shoes of any descripCanty who gathered over 11,000 plants each. tion for his children so kept them at home to avoid One landowner reported that he had paid boys embarrassment. Another said that the mother had left home and 10 shillings per thousand for removal of ragwort the eldest girl of 13 years was kept at home to plants from his land. By June 1934, electricity had still not been mind the others. The Magistrate regretted having to deal with connected and the reporter of the Great Southern such cases and suggested the Board of Advice Star made some caustic comments in his report make closer enquiries before issuing summonses. of court proceedings: “After opening at 12.30pm proceedings lasted until 8.30pm and with only one lamp in the building, which was placed for use of the police magistrate, the solicitors and reporters had to be content with two candles which were held in position by their own grease and shed a very dim light on the surroundings. “It is about time that the Crown Law Department took some action in this matter, for it is going back to the dark ages when candles have

to be used in a court, especially when the town of Leongatha is lighted from Yallourn.”

Courthouse escapes fire On October 23, 1936 towards the end of a lengthy case, Sen Const McMillan borrowed a petrol lamp from Mr. H. Lloyd’s business premises which gave a brilliant light. When court finished, the senior constable, not being well versed in lamp lighting, turned the wrong screw with the result that petrol escaped and ignited. Flames soon enveloped the law books on which the lamp was standing and also on the floor where the petrol had spilt. The senior constable, with great presence of mind, quickly snatched up the lamp and carried it out of doors escaping with nothing worse than a burnt finger. Solicitor Frank Moore extinguished the other flames and thus saved a serious situation. This minor accident had the fortunate consequence of shaming the Public Works Department into connecting electricity to the courthouse the following year, some 25 years after its opening. During the war years the courthouse were requisitioned by Army authorities for use as Manpower Offices and the land adjacent was dug into slit trenches for air-raid precautions during the autumn of 1942.

Drunken horse riding Court of Petty Sessions was still held as usual and on February 13, 1942 telephone mechanic Frank Horton was charged with being drunk in charge of a horse and of having used a horse that involved cruelty. The Great Southern Star reported: “Constable Yeomans stated that he had observed Horton in Bair Street riding the horse and he appeared to be drunk. The off-side of the horse was covered in blood when a witness examined it. “He asked Horton to ride to the police station and instead of doing so Horton used the spurs again on the horse and galloped off. “When the witness came up to the horse it was dripping with blood. “There were 13 places showing blood covering a space a foot in diameter. “Witness said it was possible for a man to keep in the saddle whilst intoxicated.” Evidence was then called by the prosecution’s Mr H.E. Fisk, assistant inspector for the Humane Society, who stated that he examined the horse in question at the police station the following day. He had been used to horses for many years

and had a lot of experience and had never seen one with so much blood caused by a spur. Cross examined by Mr Moore, Mr Fisk admitted that it would require a certain amount of horsemanship to ride a horse if fractious whilst a man was under the influence of drink. The bench, comprising AJ. McVicar and R.E. Rutherford JPs adjourned the court to look at the horse outside the court. Upon returning the chairman said that there were no signs of spur marks then visible. They determined the case had been much exaggerated and would be dismissed.

Traffic cases With the growth of motor transport after the Second World War, Leongatha’s court proceedings were increasingly devoted to traffic infringements and other matters brought about by use of the motor car. The location of the courthouse on the main South Gippsland Highway caused hearing problems through noise generated from passing traffic. This factor coupled with the need for better facilities for solicitors and legal officials led to the decision of the Crown Law Department to concentrate court facilities for the area at Korumburra. Thus ended court proceedings at Leongatha which had taken place regularly since their commencement in the original wooden Mechanics’ Institute building in 1891. In closing the courthouse it was deemed that as it had been built with taxpayers’ money, it was essential for the community that it should not be sold off by any short sighted government for any reason, least of all in its attempts to counter balance its own financial mistakes. The South Gippsland Brass Band now looks after the courthouse after restoring the building with the help of the local council and the local community.

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YOUR LOCAL PROVIDERS Interchange honours caring volunteers â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time and dedication to the particiSOUTH Gippslanders are among the winners of Interchange Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vol- pants shows in the relationships that have developed. If she is away the participants ask about her unteers of the year awards. absence,â&#x20AC;? an Interchange spokesperson said. Sullivan Herbert of Inverloch was named Young Volunteer of the Year and Wendy Pruin of Outtrim was Adult Volunteer of the Year. Wendy and Sullivan are involved with recreation programs with Interchange Gippsland, which provide activities and support for children, teenagers and adults with disabilities in their communities. All programs create opportunities for people with disabilities and enhancing social inclusion and community connection. Volunteers attend the programs, offer support and are positive role models. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Both Wendy and Sullivan are deserving winners of the Volunteer of the Year awards for 2019. The positive impact they have on the lives of individuals with a disability in Gippsland is invaluable,â&#x20AC;? Interchange Gippslandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rebecca Massaro said. Wendy has been volunteering weekly with Interchange Gippsland since July 2017, supporting participants to shop and cook a meal. She has worked as a chef and now shares her talents with Interchange participants.

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Five things to know about engaging service providers YOORALLA provides disability support services locally and has two community hubs in the region, one in Leongatha and one at Drouin. At both centres people living with a disability can receive the support they require, meet new friends, connect with the local community and learn new skills. Yooralla is one of Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest and largest not-for-profit disability services providers. They are a registered NDIS services provider offering a wide range of tailored, flexible and quality services for people with disability of all ages and needs, as well as carers. They have put together these five tips to explain the NDIS system Choosing a provider You are able to choose the provider you want to deliver your NDIS supports, it is part of the choice and control offered by the NDIS. However, you can only choose a non-registered service provider to deliver your supports if you have chosen to have your NDIS funds plan-managed, or self-managed. Who are registered providers? Not all providers are registered with the NDIS. If a service provider is a registered NDIS provider, this means they have signed up to the NDIS terms of business and national quality and safeguards standards. NDIS registered providers also have to comply with a number of laws, guidelines, policies and service standards, which non-registered providers may not comply with. Are you limited to one provider? You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to choose the one service provider to deliver all of your funded supports, you are able to choose different providers for different supports. For example, you can choose Yooralla for recreation and accommodation, but another provider for your house cleaning. Can you use known providers? You can use the same service providers you have used prior to transitioning to the NDIS to deliver your NDIS supports. To continue using your existing service provider, you need to contact them to set up a service agreement, so that your supports can continue with your NDIS funding. Can you change providers? You can change your service provider if you are not happy with them, but first check your service agreement to find out the notice period you need to provide. If you choose to change providers, then you will be responsible for engaging an alternative provider. If you are funded for support co-ordination in your plan, a support co-coordinator can help you do this.

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Health service delivers to clients PEOPLE with disabilities across South Gippsland can expect to receive improved services under a new plan to guide expansion of the NDIS in the region. Gippsland Southern Health Service (GSHS) has developed a new Disability Action Plan which will be implemented over the next three years to further improve local services. Since the local implementation of the NDIS 18 months ago, GSHS has significantly increased the supports offered to people with a disability, providing more than 1200 hours of support each month to 200 registered NDIS clients. This helps them to remain living at home, participate in their local community, and receive the therapy they require to live a healthy and productive life. The number is more than double original predictions and GSHS expects extra growth in the next few years. Another positive local outcome of the NDIS has been increased employment. Since the introduction of the NDIS across South Gippsland, GSHS has recruited 24 new employees to meet the increase in demand for support. GSHS director of primary healthcare Selina Northover said this growth was having a positive impact for the South Gippsland community in general and particularly for people with a disability. She expected the new plan to fur-

ther improve services. The plan looks at how GSHS can better meet the needs of people with disabilities using its services in the hospital, clinic or the community, and how the organisation can ensure it is a good place for people with a disability to work. The plan includes reviewing the physical environment to ensure it is suitable for all people with a disability, and making sure the health service is being accepting and treating people with dignity. “We need to make sure our work environment is good for people with a disability and that we are responsive to the needs of people using our NDIS services,” Ms Northover said. She added that the NDIS was delivering good outcomes for local people with a disability. “We’ve noticed clients who previously had six hours of support per fortnight who now have 20 hours per week; they are getting a lot more support,” Ms Northover said. GSHS is also calling for input from people in the community to implement actions in the plan. “We completed a survey of clients as part of developing the plan, now we want to involve people to implement it and help us work to further improve local services,” Ms Northover said. People interested in assisting GSHS with its Disability Action Plan can contact NDIS coordinator Michelle O’Loughlin on 5667 5662.

CARING APPROACH: NDIS participant Michelle Zarrella and Selina Northover of Gippsland Southern Health Service look forward to service improvements.

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Tax win: $1000 bonus sees flood of claims AUSTRALIAN Tax Office chiefs have ter break? “It’s quite simple, you just lodge a tax return,” been pondering for years how they could Mr Chapman said. get us to lodge our tax returns quicker. The ATO will typically send out a cheque two Prime Minister Scott Morrison can now tell them the answer to that. You just provide a tax break so thousands of Australian taxpayers get an extra $1000. The recent decision by the Federal Government to bring down the tax rate for low to middle income earners has seen the ATO flooded with claims. Last week they reported receiving 88 per cent more tax returns than at the same point last year. The $158 million tax cuts package was passed through the Senate with bipartisan support recently, meaning those earning between $48,000 and $90,000 will be gifted an offset of $1080. Former deputy commissioner of tax, Mark Chapman, who now works for a private accounting business, said it was a busy time of year for those in the industry. “There’s been a big spike in tax returns launched compared to last year and clearly the main reason for that is the tax offset,” he said. So, what’s the fastest way you can get your bolstered tax return so you can book that midwin-

weeks after lodgement, but the tax expert says this can also be processed within a few days. “That offset will either boost the size of your refund if you’re in a refund position, or if you have a tax bill then you will reduce the amount of tax you’ll actually have to pay,” he said.

WHO GETS THE TAX BREAK? More than 10 million workers will receive a tax offset to some degree, while around 4.5 million will score the full lump sum. Under the package, all low and middle income earners making less than $126,000 a year will qualify.

HOW MUCH WILL YOU GET? Under the government’s proposal, the low and middle income earner tax offset will be doubled for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 financial years. It means singles can get up to $1080, while dual-income households could net up to $2160 per year. You can use the ATO’s tax cuts calculator to figure out exactly how much you can expect.

ATO is keeping you safe THE Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning taxpayers to keep an eye out for people posing as tax agents who are not registered with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB). Assistant commissioner Karen Foat is concerned about a number of people claiming to be tax agents, often promising refunds that sound too good to be true, or providing discounted services much cheaper than legitimate registered tax agents. “These unregistered preparers pose a threat to vulnerable taxpayers and risk the reputation of registered tax agents” Ms Foat said. “They pretend to offer legitimate services to the community, but in reality they pose a serious threat not only to the people that use them, but to the broader community and the tax system.”

Follow these three tips to protect yourself from people falsely claiming to be tax agents: 1. Check your tax agent is registered – go to www.tpb.gov.au/search-register. 2. Protect your myGov login details and password – you should not share these details with anyone, including your tax agent. Registered tax agents can access the information they need themselves via our portals. 3. Know your tax affairs – you can log into myGov to check your tax affairs at any time, including reviewing your return and refund details, or you contact your tax agent or the ATO. If you know of someone providing tax agent services for a fee or other reward who is not registered, let the TPB know at tpb.gov.au/complaints, or make a tip-off to the ATO at ato.gov.au/tipoff

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SUPPORTING DOGS: Maria Stuart, manager of Milly and Romeo’s, is encouraging people to buy raffle tickets for the Hannah Foundation.

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MEDICAL FEAT: Ken Ricardo received Diabetes Victoria’s Kellion Victory Medal for a long life with diabetes and his wife Valerie was acknowledged as a carer. They are with Diabetes Victoria president Glen Noonan (right) and Anthony Carbines MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ivanhoe MP (left). Credit: Artificial Studios.

Ken knows diabetes too well KEN Ricardo has been presented with the Kellion Victory Medal for his remarkable perseverance in living with diabetes for 50 years. The Dumbalk North resident received the award from Diabetes Victoria during National Diabetes Week. As a young dad, Mr Ricardo remembers driving down the Hume Highway from Sydney with his wife Valerie and their two young boys in the car. Having stopped at almost every town on the journey home to get a drink or visit the bathroom, Mr Ricardo went to see a doctor on his return and was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Ken and Valerie both came from dairy farming families and had big dreams to continue the family legacy. Following Mr Ricardo’s diagnosis, they had to leave the farm, but he remained positive and resilient. Taking this as an opportunity to help others,

THE FACTS Less than 100 years ago, type 1 diabetes severely shortened a person’s life. Half of the people who developed it died within two years and more than 90 per cent were dead within five years. Due to the introduction of insulin therapy in the 1920s and advances since, the long term survival of those with type 1 diabetes has improved. he joined Berwick Apex Club where he talked openly about diabetes and assisted others with their questions. Ten years later the family moved back to the country, buying a run-down irrigation dairy farm in Katunga. Over the next 20 years, with lots of hard work and enduring night hypos, Mr Ricardo, his wife and their youngest son Alan built a successful dairy business they were proud of.

Since retiring, Mr Ricardo and his wife have been travelling throughout Australia and abroad. Now living in South Gippsland, the couple enjoys gardening and spending time with their grandchildren and great grandchildren. “My wife Val is the reason I have survived 50 years living with diabetes. She is my meal organiser and has revived me many times from night comas,” Mr Ricardo said. “She is my life and I am forever grateful that she has stuck by me through the hard times.” The Kellion Victory Medal honours the lives of people who have lived with diabetes for many decades. “There is no cure yet for type 1 diabetes, but recent innovations have improved life expectancy and quality of life immensely,” Diabetes Victoria CEO Craig Bennett said. Diabetes is the fastest growing chronic condition in Australia. More than 333,000 Victorians are living with diabetes, 10 per cent with type 1 diabetes.

Teens tackle biodiversity

CHANGE MAKERS: Skyla, Mikayla and Amber from Korumburra Secondary College are working on a biodiversity project with Phillip Island Nature Parks. Students are taking part in the Turn the Tide program and their project may include creating frog habitats, nesting boxes or improve waste management.

A KOONWARRA business named after two dogs has given back to a charity dedicated to the care of dogs. Milly and Romeo’s cooking school and artisan bakery hosted a Christmas in July and raffle recently, to raise funds for the Hannah Foundation. The charity has set up a sanctuary in Spreyton, Tasmania, where older dogs could see out their days in comfort and care after their owners die. After making a bequest in their will, owners can leave instructions on how to best care for their dog, plus a list of their dog’s likes and dislikes to minimise the trauma on them. The foundation has a strict no rehoming or fostering policy, so any dog that comes to the sanctuary has a new home for life. People can still buy a raffle ticket at Milly and Romeo’s. “We are proud to support the Hannah Foundation by offering Christmas in July and a raffle each year to customers where they can participate and support Rita and her amazing team,” Maria Stuart, manager of Milly and Romeo’s, said.

John leads Rotary again JOHN Peterson will lead the Rotary Club of Inverloch for his second term as club president. Rotary’s district 9820 governor Adrian Froggatt inducted him as a president at the club’s changeover recently. Mr Peterson thanked the club and the board who worked throughout the past year to enrich the community, as well as fundraising towards Rotary International projects. The Rotary Club of Inverloch achieved a 45 per cent increase in membership in the past year under Mr Peterson’s presidency.

Milpara news IF you would like to participate in art class on Tuesday mornings, let Milpara know as soon as possible. Don’t miss out on the evening Office Essentials class, which starts on August 1. It will be on Tuesday and Thursday evenings over three weeks. Milpara has two great Reckon cloud based accounting information sessions this term. For those currently using desktop Reckon, there is a session on Monday, August 5. If you would you like to see what the differences are between cloud based Reckon and the desktop version, this is the session for you. Unsure what the cloud is and why people are using it? Are you considering making the change but just want to know more? This session will be an overview and demonstration of cloud based Reckon and how it works. Get tips on how to make the transition easier and ask questions of someone using the program. For those currently using Excel or Manual Books, there is session about Reckon Cloud Based Accounting on the evening of August 19. The community meal is this Friday, August 2 at the Anglican Parish Hall on Bridge Street. This is a free community event and there is no need to book. For those who do not come, this time you will be missing out on sausages, gravy and vegetables followed by apple and pear crumble.

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SERVING LEONGATHA: Award winners at Leongatha Fire Brigade’s awards night were (L-R) Michelle Thomas, Dylan Turner, Michael Biggs, Ben Patterson, Kat Charles, Mick Wight, captain Dale Carruthers, Leo Bentvelzen, Andy Kay, Dean Pitts and David Chugg.

Leo fights fires for 50 years Kat Charles was awarded a 10 year medal and aspects of the brigade. LEO Bentvelzen joined the Leongatha years. He and other members of the brigade were preAndy Kay a 20 year medal. The Jack Rayson award is given to a member Fire Brigade as a junior in 1969. Recently, the Country Fire Authority presented him with a 50 year medal recognising his dedication to the brigade since he was 11. Mr Bentvelzen was Leongatha’s last resident officer and lived at the old fire station for eight

sented with awards by David Chugg, representing CFA District 9, at the brigade’s annual dinner and presentation night recently. Five year certificates were given to Michael Biggs, Ben Patterson, Dylan Thomas and Mick Wight.

Dean Pitts was received the Firefighter of the Year Award and Michelle Thomas received the Jack Rayson Encouragement Award. The firefighter of the year is voted by members throughout the year and is not just for firefighting alone, but also for a member who is active in other

who shows enthusiasm for their position in the brigade. Michelle has just taken on the job as brigade secretary. These two awards were presented by captain Dale Carruthers.

No-stress business wins regional gong A WATTLE Bank business was one of four major prize winners at the Startup Gippsland 2019 event. Fern and Frost won most improve entrepreneur and a prize of $3000. The business’ Annebelle van Tongeren makes soy wax candles, bath salts and eye pillows, and markets these via YouTube videos, a podcast and a blog. “We are getting into the minds of busy, stressed out people and offering them really simple, practical tools to help them find their calm, while they are enjoying the products,” Ms Van Tongeren said.

BUSINESS WIN: Annebelle van Tongeren of Fern and Frost is leaving her mark on the region. HEAD START: Bass MP Jordan Crugnale with new parents Blake Davis and Kira Saddington, their baby Amyah and Dr Sam Bell and Melanie Shields, Bass Coast Health nurse manager, and the baby bundle pack.

Arts group bows out

AFTER 20 plus years of supporting the arts in South Gippsland, Prom Coast Arts is pleased to announce that its services are no longer required. families need to help them through the fi rst few THE State Government’s free baby A major catalyst for the formation of Prom months and years. bundles for first-time parents are amazCoast Arts (PCA) was the loss of the position The bundle is valued at $150 and comes with ing according to Kira Saddington and a teething ring, nappy bag, safe sleeping bag, a of arts officer at South Gippsland Shire Council, Blake Davis, Bass Coast Health’s first cotton wrap, first aid kit, baby sunhat, toothbrush leaving the arts without a voice. recipients. At its inception, PCA organised community and a grow suit.

Arts Network and as members of the South Gippsland Arts Strategy Working Group, which eventually resulted in the appointment of the council arts officer. Recently, grant application processes have been simplified and it is now possible for people to apply for arts funding without being auspiced by an incorporated organisation. Other functions of PCA, such as organising community art events, exhibitions, festivals and arts events and was the auspicing organisation for concerts, are being done by others. A booklet developed in collaboration with artists seeking grants. Some of the many projects Prom Coast Arts Raising Children Network provides vital informaPCA members have also been strong advo- has either organised or collaborated on are The tion on child health, safety and learning and emer- cates for the arts to local government. Great Southern Portrait Prize, Lost Landscape Art gency contacts. The group was active in the South Gippsland Prize and The Millenium Project. There are also four picture books for various stages of a child’s development.

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The bundle arrived after the birth of their first child Amyah, on July 17 at Wonthaggi Hospital. Bass MP Jordan Crugnale was excited to be on hand for cuddles with baby Amyah and to congratulate the Cape Woolamai couple as they received the first baby bundle in Bass Coast. The bundles are packed with the essentials

Red tape relief on the way

New jetty for Venus Bay ANGLERS and boaters will be rushing to Venus Bay when a new pontoon jetty opens within weeks. South Gippsland Shire Council has demolished the old timber jetty and is replacing it with a new 25m long floating pontoon jetty. “The new jetty will be opened for public use once installation of the gangway and reinstatement of the site is complete, which is expected to be within the next few weeks,” council’s Jareth

Goss said. In June 2018, council found the old timber jetty was in poor condition and needed replacing. “Council subsequently committed $100,000 to the replacement of the jetty and secured an additional $100,000 for the project from the State Government’s Better Fishing Facilities Grant Program, to fully fund the $200,000 project,” Mr Goss said.

BUSINESSES will gain permits from council faster. South Gippsland Shire Council last week endorsed the Better Approvals Project, a Victorian Government initiative designed to reduce the time taken for a small business to obtain regulatory permits. The project is a priority of the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions which aims to reduce the administrative burden on business and council through collaboration with council staff, Small Business Victoria and design consultants. Reforms will have a strong customer focus and

result in a suite of council processes that deliver value for the small business. The Victorian Government will cover costs of a consultant to undertake the project and council will provide staff support for implementation. The changes will result in a simpler application process for businesses and cover requirements under council’s economic development, planning, environmental health, and local laws departments. Further discussions will now be held with the Victorian Government to determine the timeline and process for the project.

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THE VIBE Electrifying night of ’80s favourites HIGH energy local favourite, ScarecrowThe Mellencamp Show, is set to descend on Wonthaggi next month with their Ultimate American Rock Show. With a vast catalogue of iconic songs and artists to select from, the band will share the microphone to bring you an all out American invasion of the rockin’ kind. The not-to-be-missed event will feature hits from some of the greatest rock artists the USA has produced, performed by some of Australia’s highest calibre musicians. Expect hits from Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Doobie Brothers, Eagles, Janis Joplin, Bob Dylan, Mamas and the Papas, Creedence Clearwater Revival and many more. Scarecrow leaves nothing to chance when it comes to recreating the sounds and visual excitement of the ’80s rock scene.

Mellencamp fans will be mesmerised at the performance of front man Gary Young as he sings and plays through hit after hit of the s’80s superstars: even Mr Mellencamp himself has professed his pleasure at the band’s musical accuracy. So whether you are reliving the hits of your past, or discovering the music of your future, let Scarecrow be the vehicle to take you on this journey of a lifetime. Rule out Saturday, August 17 on your calendars for a night of authentic music, thrilling performances and an off the charts, electrifying atmosphere at Saluto’s Bar and Restaurant. Tickets are available now online or at Picasso’s On Graham Italiano for this 18+ event. Doors open at 8pm with show time kicking off at 9.15pm for two 50 minute sets. Organiser, Gizzakiss Music, will also be holding a night of BABBA magic in Wonthaggi on September 7, so stay tuned for more details.

Discover heritage craft SKILLS from yesteryear will be on show at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum this Sunday, August 4. The park’s Free Heritage Craft Day will treat visitors to old-world fun-filled activities. There will be a range of interesting demonstrations from skilled craftspeople including blacksmithing and wool spinning. Traditional damper and bush tea tastings will be available and lost trades will be on show throughout the day. A key feature of the day is the Coal Creek Beard Competition where prizes will be awarded for the best full beard, best partial beard and best moustache. Displays, stalls and food vendors will also be scattered throughout Coal Creek’s unique bush setting for everyone to

ROCKIN: South Gippsland’s well loved Scarecrow will be back next month, bringing with them legendary ’80s rock songs.

CONTINUING TRADITION: See blacksmithing and other trades from the past at Coal Creek Community Park and Museum this Sunday, August 4. enjoy. “The event has been successful in previous years and is a lovely day out for the family,” South Gippsland Shire Council’s Renae Littlejohn said. “The beard competition has brought in visitors from out-

side the region to challenge the hirsute locals. It is wonderful to have a little fun and see who will win.” For more information on the day, visit: www.coalcreekcommunityparkandmuseum.com/ heritage-craft-day

Show entries close soon ARTISTS are reminded that entries for erans of the Flinders Ranges, which won best in the Leongatha Art and Photography show in 1996 and is valued around $2500. Second prize is an Evans Petroleum petrol show close on Friday, August 9. voucher. This year’s show will be an outstanding event along with the Daffodil Festival and on Saturday, August 31, a special Street Market Festival with entertainment and a car display. This year’s judge is Zetta Kanta, who is curator at the Meeniyan Art Gallery, and the featured artist is well known artist Bob Hickman from Koonwarra. The raffle prize this year is a beautiful oil painting by Walter Magilton, entitled Grand Vet-

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ON THE LAND

Wayne keeps Jerseys on national stage Brad Lester THE Kuhne name has been synonymous with the Jersey breed for more than 70 years and so it’s little wonder the younger generation continues to give back to their treasured tan brown cows.

PROUD TO SERVE: Wayne Kuhne of Koonwarra is a director of Jersey Australia.

Wayne Kuhne milks and breeds Jerseys at Koonwarra and has stepped up his involvement in the industry off-farm by becoming a director of Jersey Australia. The governing body of registered Jerseys handles all registrations, major events and genetic management, helping farmers acquire the right cattle for their production and enabling breeders to attract premium returns by informing buyers of an animal’s bloodline. Directors meet monthly at

Bundoora to discuss marketing strategies, the classification of cows and Jersey Australia’s services. Mr Kuhne is part of a generational change at Jersey Australia, where four directors are aged in their forties and some in their thirties. “We’re just trying to move the breed forward through the promotion of the breed and genetic diversity, and through youth projects such as camps and mentoring programs, and scholarships to encourage young members to participate,” he said. Mr Kuhne has been involved in the South Gippsland branch of Jersey Australia for many years, which backed by a solid volunteer base and holds such activities such as an on-farm challenge and farm walks. The Kuhne family’s pride in Jerseys is widely known and on show in the office that sits to the

side of their dairy. There is an honour roll recording the family’s Jersey achievements dating back to 1949, along with framed photographs of Jerseys they have enjoyed over the years. “Jerseys have superior feed efficiency – the kilogram of solids produced per body weight is far superior than Holstein cows,” Mr Kuhne said. “You can run more Jerseys per hectare then you can Holsteins, and their calving ability and ease of fertility is the biggest upside.” Jerseys have always been renowned for their high fat production and with milk processors now valuing fat more due to the public now appreciating its health benefits, Jerseys are certainly proving their worth, Mr Kuhne said. Bushlea was started by Mr Kuhne’s grandfather Norm Kuhne in 1945.

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Bull prices rise in a cheaper market THERE were approximately 1350 export and 200 young cattle penned representing a decrease of 580 head week on week. Most of the usual buying group was present and operating in a cheaper market in places. Quality improved in the grown steers and bullocks while there were fewer cows penned. Trade cattle sold to firm demand while secondary yearling heifers sold to stronger competition. The grown steers and bullocks showing good finish sold firm to slightly softer while the leaner 2 scores lost 13c/kg. Better Friesian and crossbred manufacturing steers sold firm. Heavy cows sold firm to 5c easier while the light and medium weights slipped 15c to 25c/kg. Heavy bulls improved

35c to 50c/kg. A handful of vealers reached a top of 341c/kg. A few yearling trade steers made between 322c and 349c/kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold between 280c and 335c/kg. Grown steers made from 310c to 352c/kg. Bullocks sold from 315c to 355c/kg. Heavy heifers showing good finish made between 290c and 337c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 250c and 301c with the crossbred portion between 245c and 337c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made from 170c to 260c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly from 229c to 301c/kg. Heavy bulls made between 245c and 320c/kg. The next sale draw - July 31: 1. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 2. Alex Scott & Staff, 3. Landmark, 4. Elders, 5. SEJ.

Prime Sale - Wednesday, July 24 BULLOCKS 18 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 14 B. & D. Summers, Fish Creek 14 A. & W.A. Hunter, Kernot 16 Rumridge Pty Ltd, Mt Eliza 12 G. Molino 6 M.P. Kennedy, Nerrena

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ON THE LAND Federal action to protect farmers THE Federal Government is proposing to introduce new legislation and tough new penalties on law-breaking activists who encourage others to trespass on farms.

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Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath said the new federal legislation would strengthen protections for law-abiding farmers. “The federal laws will better protect farmers’ privacy by stopping animal activists using carriage services to share farmers’ personal details and facilitate their campaigns of harassment and intimidation on the agriculture industry,” she said. “It is now time for the Andrews Labor Government to fix Victoria’s farm trespass laws and strengthen penalties for illegally entering private properties. “Our farmers deserve to feel safe at home and able to go about their daily business, which is why I led the call to establish the current Parliamentary Inquiry to fix farm trespass laws. “The agriculture industry has been faced with enormous pressure from animal activists who threaten farmers only to receive a slap on the wrist.” The Farm Trespass Inquiry is now taking submissions from the public until early August. Submissions can be made online at https:// www.parliament.vic.gov.au/965-eic-lc/inquiry- TAKING A STAND: Eastern Victoria Region MLC Melina Bath has congratulated the into-the-impact-of-animal-rights-activism-onFederal Government for its response to farm trespass and animal activism. victorian-agriculture

Industry’s voice heard There is a need to do a better job of presentTHE dairy industry has voiced its views industry bodies to do things differently to have a ing what a successful career in dairy looks like, stronger, more united voice and a need to consider about what is needed to shape the future the many career pathways, and the opportunity structures that make advocacy more effective. of Australian dairy. It was also highlighted that more emphasis to build skills essential to dairy farming and More than 1000 farmers, service providers, and industry investment is needed to promote the processors, retailers and investors have contribhealth benefits of dairy. uted at more than 20 consultation workshops, Many contributors also reinforced the imporinterviews and via OurSay the Australian Dairy tance of addressing social licence and environPlan online forum. mental issues in the wake of increased consumer Contributors to the plan identified a need for scrutiny, choice and competition.

manufacturing. The workshops also recognised the increasing complexity in running dairy businesses, with greater risk and volatility. New tools and innovations that enhance profitability are needed.

Dairy farmers seek skilled labour THE dependency on skilled labour and attracting people to a career in dairy continues to be a priority with an additional 800 employees needed on Australian dairy farms by 2023. This statistic is in-line with an increase in farms with six or more employees across the industry from four per cent to 20 per cent by 2025. Dairy Australia’s Dr David Nation said attracting and retaining people on dairy farms was an ongoing challenge. “The evolution of the industry and the trend towards larger farms places greater demand on labour, but also provides opportunities for those interested in agriculture to forge a successful career,” he said.

“The need for skilled labour is also increasing with the use of technology, the need to monitor farm inputs, animal care, milk quality, managing environmental credentials and other aspects of dairy.” The need for labour was highlighted at recent consultation workshops for the Australian Dairy Plan, a five-year strategic plan for the dairy industry. Dr Nation said starting the conversation about careers in dairy when young people are starting to think about their future while at school was essential. “Schools programs such as Dairy Australia’s Cows Create Careers has seen more than 15,000 young people in regional locations learn more about what a career in dairy can offer,” he said.

“It’s important that we show the diversity of career pathways and highlight the opportunity to be successful working in dairy. “And for those who choose to either develop skills or build on existing skills in dairy, there is opportunity created through partnerships with TAFEs and other registered training providers, with Dairy Australia contributing to the development of courses for those people pursuing a career in dairy.” Once in the industry, ensuring young people feel connected and supported through strong networks and skills building, is key to retention. For those interested in a career in dairy and for resources to support farmers in recruiting and retaining people on farms, visit, www.thepeopleindairy.org.au

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Stevens Egan Johnston Pty Ltd, a Ruralco business, is currently looking for an office all-rounder to join the team in our Leongatha office on a full time basis. Holding an Agents Representative Licence and previous experience in real estate and livestock administration would be an advantage, but not essential. The successful applicant will present well, exhibit strong attention to detail, showcase an ability to multi-task and possess great communication and customer service skills both on the phone, via email and in person. Proficiencies in word processing, data entry and general administration are a must. Your role would include all that comes with supporting the daily operations of a busy livestock and real estate agency including, but not limited to, property management, trust accounting, real estate admin support, livestock sales processing and general office administration. If you believe in creating positive first impressions for our customers and clients, then please forward your resume and covering letter to Andrea Funnell at SEJ by email – afunnell@sej.com.au with the subject line: Vacancy – Office Administrator. Applications Close: 9th August 2019

Expression of Interest Board Director Gippsland PHN is part of a national network of 31 Primary Health Networks across Australia. PHNs across the country are funded to work towards the objec ve of mee ng the health needs of the most vulnerable people in the community or those at risk of the poorest health outcomes. Gippsland PHN works closely with the primary health system to iden fy opportuni es to improve health outcomes in Gippsland communi es, through be er coordina on and support of health services and by commissioning new services to address iden fied health needs. The PHN core func ons: support to general prac ce, system integra on, health planning and commissioning are designed to address iden fied na onal objec ves and priority areas. These priori es frame the work of Gippsland PHN, guided also by community and clinical input to improve health outcomes. Gippsland PHNs vision is for a measurably healthier Gippsland. Our Board is seeking expressions of interest for two elected and one appointed Director positions to commence in November 2019. Board members are responsible for ensuring governance and oversight of the services’ legal and financial accountability and statutory requirements, as well as compliance with funding deed requirements. Expressions of interest will be shortlisted based on knowledge, exper se and experience in a range of the following areas: • Financial acumen (preferably CPA) • Legal • IT systems experience • Primary Health Care • Thorough understanding and connec on to Gippsland • Key stakeholder rela onships and management (including community) • Ability to demonstrate professional behaviours commensurate with performance requirements for company directors • Commitment to sound governance prac ces • Experienced directors that are inclusive, strategic and familiar with board processes • Candidates wishing to develop skills as a company director may also be considered

How to apply All poten al nominees should review the online informa on and complete nomina on documents available at www.gphn.org.au. For more informa on, please contact Gippsland PHNs Company Secretary, Steve Morgan, phone 5175 5444 or email company.secretary@gphn.org.au. Applica ons Close 5.00 pm Monday, 19 August 2019.

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SEA CHANGE: Moving to a regional area has created a number of career and personal opportunities for Inverloch’s Cameron Pepper.

Room to grow in rural careers Grace Griffith CAREERS in the country can often grant employees the opportunity to try their hand at a diverse range of roles. And compared to battling the crowd and traffic of the city, a rural lifestyle can also be less stressful and provide a better work-life balance. Wonthaggi Medical Group’s Cameron Pepper has experienced this comparison firsthand. Having worked as a financial controller and accountant for big name companies Carlton and United Breweries (CUB) and National Foods for a combined eight years, it’s been a glaring contrast for Cameron since relocating to Inverloch and working for a rural medicine practice. “In a larger company,

you’re just a cog in the machine, but in a smaller company, you can be running the whole show,” he said. Cameron snapped up the regional business manager position when it arose last year. Within Wonthaggi Medical Group, it’s Cameron’s responsibility to run every business aspect of the clinic. “Before I was working within a team and we all had our set roles. Now I make decisions on how much we need to be paying suppliers or looking at leasing agreements, or if we are charging too little, as well as still doing taxes,” he said. “There is a lot more variety in it. It’s very much hands on as well: I can be changing lights or filters too. “This role is all encompassing.” Not only did the seaside shift present an opportunity for Cameron to expand his career,

but the change has also benefited his family. “Regional living has been everything we’ve wanted,” Cameron said. “Personally I’d never work in the city again – it’s not worth it. We’ve got so much more time with our family now and it’s a healthier environment for our two kids.” For the career seeker considering business management, Cameron said getting workplace experience in a field that could be translated to business management would be more advantageous than a course. “It’s not something you step straight into. You need to start in something like a management role. For me it was accounting,” he said. “When you know how businesses work and what goes on in the background, then you can move into that role.”

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Position Vacancies Bass Coast Health Bass Coast Health is seeking applications for the following positions:

Registered Midwife Part time negotiable ongoing PLUS part time limited term until March 2020 – closing 02/08/19

Speech Pathologist Grade 2 Permanent full time – closing 07/08/19

Registered Nurse Grade 5 – Minor Injury & Illness Clinic Full time / permanent part time / casual – closing 22/08/19

Manager, Medical Workforce (Maternity leave replacement) Full time position from 7/10/19 to 31/10/20 – closing 18/08/19 For full position details, a position description and how to apply, please refer to the BCH website basscoasthealth.org.au or contact Human Resources via email hr@basscoasthealth.org.au

Prom Country Aged Care has the following exciting opportunities to join our team. We are a community-based residential aged care service with 68 beds located at Prom Country House in Foster.

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We are searching for motivated and dynamic individuals to join our team on a casual basis. The role requires you to work with our Care Manager, managing the floor and a team of EN’s and PCA’s and providing care to our 68 residents. At times you will be required to be in charge of the facility. If you are looking to combine a flexible role that suits your lifestyle in the wonderful Prom Country region of South Gippsland with the added challenges of a fastpaced role within the aged care industry, then we would love to talk to you.

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Part Time – Flexible - Ongoing We are searching for innovative problem solvers who are people focused individuals to join our team on a part time basis. The role requires you to work under direction of our RN’s to provide quality care to our 68 residents. We are willing to provide a flexible roster with both AM and PM shifts with no night shifts required. Minimum average of 15- 20 hours per week over a month. If you are looking to combine a flexible role that suits your lifestyle in the wonderful Prom Country region of South Gippsland with the added challenges of a fast-paced role within the aged care industry, then we would love to talk to you. All enquiries to: Carina Ross, Care Manager, 03 5682 0800 E: carina.ross@promcountryagedcare.com.au Applications close 5pm Monday 5th August 2019. Please send your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to: Carina Ross Care Manager PO Box 81 Foster VIC 3960 Email: carina.ross@promcountryagedcare.com.au

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BOYD - Cain Robert. Passed away suddenly at home following ill health. Much loved son and brother of Les, Julie and Tate. Loving Father of Jayden, Mitchell, Blake and Tessa. Sadly missed by his family.

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Aged 43 years. Loved nephew of Tammy and Lloyd. Cain rest peacefully now. Always remembered. BRIGHT - Noelle Edna. Passed away peacefully on July 28, 2019. Aged 85, late of Dumbalk. Dearly loved wife of Roy (dec). Much loved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother of Neil, Janette, Kerryn and families. Now at rest with Roy. Forever in our hearts.

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Please see Herald-Sun for funeral details. BRIGHT - Noelle. We would like to express our sincere condolences to Janette, Neil and Kerryn and their families on the loss of Noelle. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. From the Committee members.

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DUBIGNON - Montanah Christina. 29.04.14 - 22.07.19 Our beautiful niece. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Until we meet again. Justin, Alex, and David.

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DUBIGNON - Montanah Christina. 29.04.2014 - 22.07.2019 Aged 5 years. Passed away at home in Mummy and Daddy’s arms, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Precious and much loved daughter of Jarrod and Sarah. Little sister to Taylah, Shannon, Lane, Chayse and identical twin sister to Dakota.

DUBIGNON - A Funeral Service to Celebrate Montanah Christina Dubignon will be held at the Amenities Complex, Korumburra Showgrounds, South Gippsland Highway, Korumburra on FRIDAY August 2, 2019 commencing at 1.30pm.

EMBLETON A Thanksgiving Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr John (Jack) Embleton will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, corner of Bruce and McCartin Streets, Leongatha on THURSDAY August 1, 2019 commencing at 11am.

A Private Cremation will follow this Service.

Private Cremation.

If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died. EMBLETON - John (Jack). 01.11.1924 - 22.07.2019 Passed away peacefully at Cabrini Hospital surrounded by family. Much loved husband of Nancy (dec). Loved Dad of Susan and Charlie, David and Trish. Beloved Pa and Grandpa to Dylan, Merrin; Melissa and Stuart, Mathew and Bianca, Christopher and Sharn, and all his Great Grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Starlight Children’s Foundation would be appreciated. Envelopes will be available at the Service. Please wear a splash of purple in memory of Montanah. Gents NO purple ties please.

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Leongatha crowned Amcal’s best LEONGATHA’S Amcal Pharmacy has claimed the company’s Pharmacy of the Year award for Victoria and Tasmania for the second year running. The 2019 prize was presented at a gala awards night, with manager Sally McGrath also picking up the gong for Amcal Retail Manager of the Year for the second year in a row. “It’s all about managing the store to Amcal’s high standards. We were judged at 100 per cent by those measures,” Sally said. “The company can be proud of the way we represent the Amcal brand.” Sally said the feedback from customers to the awards had been overwhelmingly positive. She was at a pains to say that it was a much a team effort. “Even through Instagram and Facebook the feedback has been that these awards have been well deserved,” she said. Typical of comments to the pharmacy’s Facebook site, one customer wrote, “You did it! Brilliant…but I am not surprised. You are an amazing team full of professionalism, compassion and all done with a smile. Congrats team…very well deserved.”

WINNING TEAM: Leongatha Amcal’s prize-winning team. Back from left, Brett Nagel, Cath Brooks, Bree Johnson, Leonie McGannon and Jodie Verboon. Middle from left, Sam Huddleson, Monique Whiteman and Pam Svenson. Front, manager Sally McGrath and Jaria Bernaldo.

Marina closer to launch Brad Lester A MARINA that would make Port Welshpool a drawcard for sailors travelling along Australia’s eastern coast is being proposed as a part of a redevelopment of the town’s foreshore. The marina is part of the Port Welshpool Marine Precinct Plan that also includes revamping the foreshore with carparking, water sports centre and new fishing facilities. The plan is a project of South Gippsland Shire Council to develop tourism and recreation in Corner Inlet, and was adopted by council last week. The marina could be complemented by a 50-space dry berthing facility. “The plan gives the people who live, visit, work and invest in Port Welshpool a degree of certainty about how the area could develop into the future,” council’s Paul Stampton said. “It proposes short, medium and long term solutions to the safety, tourism, commercial, recreational and government uses in the port.”

Council has requested a report that identifies options to implement the recommendations in the precinct plan, including details of statutory approvals, and private and/or public funding opportunities. The nearest marinas are at Phillip Island and Lakes Entrance. The report calls for a full environmental effect statement relating to the marina, before any dredging is undertaken near seagrasses and Ramsar listed wetlands. The marina and construction of a boat ramp are not proposed until stage four of the precinct plan. The plan also entails the construction of the manager’s office, boat trailer parking, overflow boat parking areas, weighing and fish cleaning facilities, and a boat sewage pump-out facility. The plan mentions that at this stage, the potential for a maritime research facility at Port Welshpool is likely to become a more serious consideration. Stage one would be the Long Jetty sub-precinct that would include improved carparking. Stage 2a would be pathways, landscaping and improved play facilities, a water sports centre and RV

Reservoirs boosted THE region’s reservoirs continue to remain at satisfactory levels for this time of year. Lance Creek (Wonthaggi, Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Korumburra, Poowong, Loch and Nyora), Battery Creek (Fish Creek) and Deep Creek (Foster) reservoirs are full, followed by Ruby Creek reservoir (Leongatha, Leongatha South and Koonwarra) at 79 per cent. “The Ruby Creek system is making good progress and we’re encouraged that, with additional rainfall throughout the second half of winter, the reservoir will reach capacity in preparation for the demands of summer,” South Gippsland Water’s Philippe du Plessis said. Catchments are now well saturated and the percentage of runoff into reservoirs has increased. “This can be a mixed blessing; increased inflow improves storage levels but can add sediment and debris to raw water,” he said. “The raw water in each supply system is monitored and treated in-line with normal business operations to ensure it meets Department of Health regulations.” Rainfall recorded at South Gippsland Water’s storages from July 20 to 26 was Lance Creek 27mm, Ruby Creek 17mm, Deep Creek 16mm and Battery Creek 15mm.

COASTAL ICON: The marina at Newhaven Yacht Squadron. Could Port Welshpool enjoy a marina like this? facilities, weighing and fish cleaning facilities, and formalised road access to the existing boat ramp. A new fishing pontoon would be installed beside the existing boat ramp. A new boat ramp with three to four lanes is proposed for east of Fisherman’s Wharf. The existing Coast Guard facili-

ties would be upgraded. Stage 2b would be environmental and economic due diligence for the marina. Stage 3 would be the beach subprecinct and be minor works, including the installation of showers. The port plan project was substantially funded by a grant from Regional Development Victoria.

Peter Chapman speaks at Leongatha Rotary LEONGATHA Rotary Club hosted sports journalist and commentator, and now business manager at The Star, Peter Chapman at a recent club dinner meeting. Mr Chapman has had an amazing career in journalism across Australia and New Zealand, as well as covering sporting events such as the Commonwealth Games, cricket and NRL. He spoke of some of his career experiences and big “scoops”. He now is a consultant with The Star and spoke of the paper’s heritage and renaissance as it evolves to continue to deliver the news to South Gippsland via print and online platforms.

ENTERTAINING SPEAKER: Business manager at The Star, Peter Chapman (centre) with Leongatha Rotary Club president David Panther and Mary Dortmans, meeting chairperson.

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Runners lured from wide and far for Grand Ridge Rail Trail Parkrun

Leongatha Cycling Saturday saw the club racing at Tarwin Lower with the seniors racing out to Walkerville North and back for a 42km journey.

The limit trio had a 14-minute start over a VISITORS travelled from as far Diamond Creek, duo on six minutes and a further four riders on Berwick and Warragul to take part in the Grand scratch. Ridge Rail Trail parkrun on Saturday. Whilst the limit bunch made it away and only They were joined by more local runners from had a lead of around four minutes at the turn, Inverloch and Koonwarra. the six minute duo were in trouble at the start as Lea and her friend Sam were motivated to Leigh Stott did not make it back from his warmup make the drive from Warragul to Mirboo North in time, leaving Colin Aitken to head off on his because of the car trip. own. “It’s been a while since we caught up and I The scratch riders – Stefan Kirsch, Chris Jousknew a 45 minute car trip would be perfect,” Lea tra, Brett Franklin and Daniel Furmston went out said. hard and lost Brett Franklin on the big climb up to Grand Ridge Rail Trail parkrun is not just anthe Cape Liptrap corner but managed to pick up other parkrun. It’s magic. the six minute to Colin Aitken by the turn. Towering gums on either side of the sturdy The limit riders worked hard on the return trip gravel track create a mystical tunnel like path, but were no match for the scratch riders and were not only protecting participants from the loomrounded up 3km from the finish in Tarwin Lower. ing misty rain, but providing a sense of security In the dash to the line it was Daniel Furmston and closeness, which fittingly aligns with that of taking the win 1hr 3m 33 sec. Grand Ridge Rail Trail’s volunteers. Stefan Kirsch was second and Chris Joustra Jumping straight into the deep end was Nat third. who put her hand up mid week to help out with Peter McLean was fourth, Tony Giles fifth and timekeeping. Mark Bensley seventh. According to run director Liz, “It’s her first FITNESS FUN: Nat Jones and Mary He In the Junior race over 7km, Bastian Jefferies time volunteering. In fact, it’s her first time were first time volunteers at Grand Ridge Bill and Paige Barry share a passionate for gave Stephen Spencer a start of three mins. parkrun anything.” Rail Trail parkrun. exercise. However, Stephen over-cooked the turn and took a tumble which allowed Bastian to come through and take the win. Stephen managed to regain his composure and finish the race. Next week racing will be at Poowong using the Poowong-Nyora-Loch- Poowong course. All people with a past history with the cycling club are reminded the 60th Anniversary Dinner Dance is coming up on October 19. If you are interested in attending, you can go to the club website and get the booking form. IT was Langstaff Day at Koonwarra

Volunteer effort drives the event Koonwarra Parkrun

parkrun last Saturday with six family members among the day’s volunteers: Alanna, Bailey, Harley, Ethan, Judy and Joel Langstaff. While in the five kilometre run or walk, Zac Langstaff finished seventh in a time of 24.42 and Neil Langstaff participated as well. It was quite the turnout but not the first time they’ve figured so prominently. The weather was cool but fine and a total of 74 turned out for the 93rd running of the Koonwarra parkrun over the three bridges across Black Spur Creek and the mighty Tarwin River. Saluting the place token stewards first was Daniel Vogelpoel of the Melbourne Midday Milers in a time of 20:35. His personal best over the course remains at 20:01. There were nine first timers at Koonwarra including two visitors from Lilydale. Robert Robinson and his dog Billy celebrated their 50th run, with Rob wearing the cape. It was actually his 51st parkrun but there were already a number of celebrations the previous week. Robert is on the comeback trail after injury so it was good to see him out and about. Koony parkrun will soon be celebrating its

• Leongatha badminton

Jack leads the way THE much liked Jack Stephenson has struck a purple patch of form recently and was instrumental in leading his team Australia to a great win.

IN IT TOGETHER: Members of the Langstaff family were eager helpers at Koonwarra parkrun, including Alanna, Bailey, Harley, Ethan, Judy and Joel. own milestone, the 100th mark on Saturday, September 14 so any previous runners please don’t forget to save the date. In other news, a representative of Leongatha Rotary provided some preliminary information about plans to erect a rotunda near the start of the parkrun for rail-trailers, parkrunners and others who enjoy the area, complete with run-

ning water. Watch this space. A special thanks to the day’s volunteers without whom the event couldn’t run. They were Janice Bouquet, Kelly Fuery, Michael Giles, Joel Langstaff, Ethan Langstaff, Bailey Langstaff, Alana Langstaff and Judy Langstaff.

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Victorian Open Veterans Championships Mick Wright, Michael Ede, Averil Rob- 12-10. Another match of note was between Jo Taylor erts and Case DeBondt were all winners who defeated young Poppy Duff, in five games at the recent Victorian Open Veterans 11-7, 9-11, 11-4, 7-11, 11-9. Championships. Team Five defeated Team Two, 6-5 rubbers They starred in the following events: Mick: Over 75 Mens Singles Averil: Over 70 Womens Singles, Over 65 Mixed Doubles with Michael and Over 70 Ladies Doubles R/Up. Michael: Over 65 Mixed Doubles with Averil, Over 65 Mens Doubles Case: Over 80 Mens Singles, Over 80 Mens Doubles and Over 75 Mens Doubles R/Up

Leongatha table tennis results A new A Grade competition has started and in the first round Team Four defeated Team One, 8-3 rubbers. The best match was Bryce Holwerda defeating Michael Grist in four games, 11-13, 11-3, 11-6,

Jack’s team mates all rallied around him with Steve Johnson, Ian Cole and Lyn Misson all putting in excellent matches, resulting in a 26 point win over the battling Canada outfit which is really finding the going tough at present, however Nigel Grimes has been a shining light in this team and he did come away with two hard earned sets. A great effort by Nigel. The Holland side continued on its winning way defeating Scotland convincingly, with Angie Almond really performing well, while Alan ‘Magpie’ McEachern and Tim Slaney were good contributors for Scotland combining well to win their set. Germany has emerged as a genuine premiership threat and has all the ingredients to take out the big one. Doubles specialist Mike Timpano is the player to watch and handsome Karsten Krohn, along with Julie Young all appear to be the team to take out the 2019 flag. Ireland also has tons of ability and it will be around when the whips are cracking, particularly with Tim Bright and Rhonda Newton in the team. New Zealand was too good for China. Arthur Grabham and Bill Davies won China’s only set but New Zealand, with Paul Robinson, Glenn Kleeven and Sam Bright, was too strong. The talented Hamish Box, filling in, also helped a lot. Special mention to Glenn Kleeven who will be away for the remainder of the season and the club will miss him greatly. Have a great trip Glenn.

and the best match was Case DeBont defeating Neil Chilvers in five games, 11-4, 11-8, 9-11, 8-11, 11-3. Team Eight defeated Team Seven, 6-5 rubbers and the best match was Aiden Holwerda defeating Leanne Costello in five games, 11-7, 11-13, 8-11, 11-8, 11-6. Team Six defeated Team Three, 7-4 rubbers, Results - Round 10 with the best match being between Neil Smith and Australia 4/112 d Canada 2/86, Holland 5/119 Kevin Dowling. d Scotland 1/62, Germany 4/118 d Ireland 2/84, Also good to see Katrina Brandon winning a New Zealand 5/106 d China 1/84, USA - bye. singles match. Ladder First round aggregate leaders on three games Holland ..................................... 57 are Jack Duff, Neil Smith, Michael Chang, Bryce Germany ................................... 52 Holwerda and Case DeBont. New Zealand............................. 51 A Reserve is about to start on Wednesday nights Ireland....................................... 39 at 7pm and we are looking for new players. USA .......................................... 33 Australia .................................... 32 Juniors training is held on Wednesdays, lasting Wonthaggi’s Mick Wright is still winChina.......................................... 28 from 5pm till 6.30. ning major state, national and international Scotland ..................................... 21 For more information contact Bill on recognition. Canada ......................................... 9 0409217900.

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TOP TEAM: South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group winners were Graham McK- South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group runners-up were Vern Elliott (3), Mavis ergow (3), Wilma Coleman (2), Elaine Williams (L) and Bob Glogoski (S). Gridge (2) (not pictured), Elaine Fitt (L) and Joy Brown (S).

Buffalo Indoor Wednesday, July 24

FIFTEEN bowlers at Buffalo this week when three games of eight ends were played. In the first game on mat one scores were even after seven ends, however Danah Suckling, Joyce Occhipinti, Bill Wolswinkel and Colin Dowel scored one on the last end to beat Charlie Tumino, Joy Dyson and Peter Tiziani 7-6. Mat two saw another close game with Toni Heldens, Mary Tumino, Illene Tiziani and Jenny Dowel just beat Joe Occhipinti, Stephen Suckling, Gary Stirling and Carolyn Benson 7-6. In the second game Toni, Mary, Illene and Jenny had their second win by beating Charlie, Joy and Peter 7-6. Danah, Joyce, Bill and Colin showed Joe, Stephen, Gary and Carolyn how to bowl well and easily won 18-6. The third game saw Joe, Stephen, Gary and Carolyn score their first win by beating Charlie, Joy and Peter 7-4. An easy 10-3 win to Danah, Joyce, Bill and Colin over Toni, Mary, Illene and Jenny. The night’s winners were Danah Joyce, Bill and Colin (WWW) 16 ends; second Toni, Mary, Illene and Jenny (WWL) 12 ends; third Joe, Stephen, Gary and Carolyn (LLW) 10 ends; fourth Charlie, Joy and Peter (LLL) 10 ends. Social bowls Wednesday, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall. All welcome.

another four weeks to go.

Inverloch

THIRTY-FIVE bowlers attended the Inverloch Bowling Club’s mixed mufti social bowls on Thursday, July 25 where they played a match over three games of eight ends each. The bowlers were mish-mashed into five fours teams and five triples. With the weather improving, the bowling was extremely even although the north westerly breeze kept everybody on their toes concerning the lines to be taken. The match produced only one team with three wins, but as alluded to before, there were five teams that each had two wins and a loss and fortunately the match committee only had to go to points scored to determine the runners-up for the day. The hard luck stories were: on 29 points, Trevor Scott (skip), John Hill (Tarwin Lower) and Lance Crook (Merimbula); jointly on 33 points were the teams of Steve Snelling (skip), Linda Gallyot and Fay Smallman and Malcolm Marshall (skip), Pam Sutcliffe, Harry Dunn and Jenny Haydon. To round out the hard luck stories, on 36 points, was the team of Bryan Hensley (skip), Robbie Howard and Laurel Lee. The runners-up on the day, also with two wins and a loss and on 38 points, was the team of Martin Hannaford (skip), Reg Varty and Edith Perrett. Foster Indoor The winners and only three game winner for THERE was no play this last Saturday due to a the day, scoring 43 points, was the team of John lack of numbers. A few were going away and a night at home Arnold (skip), Laurie Gabell, Peter Dalmau and was needed for some. Don’t forget we still have Terry Orford. The lucky draw winners were Bob Plowright, Martin Hannaford, John Hill (Tarwin Lower), Terry Orford, David Murfin (Altona) and Edith Perrett. Pennant bowls is not that far away and practice matches have been arranged as follows: SeptemHere is an easy guide to At Point Lonsdale ber 7, Hastings at home; September 14, Morwell at tides in your area. home; and October 5, Wonthaggi at Wonthaggi. JULY / AUG To determine tides for a particular area, add or subtract periParticipation sheets have been posted at the Time height ods of times as shown below. clubhouse. Play is open to all financial affiliated (metres) Earlier Minutes members. Apollo Bay ...........................25 On the health side, it was good to see that Jill King Island (Grassy) ...........10 King Island (Surprise Bay)....40 0313 0.43 Bateman is back in town following her skeletal 31 1056 1.50 injury suffered King Island (Franklin) ...........40 whilst on holidays in Queensland Lakes Entrance .................... 170 WED 1601 0.97 some weeks ago. Lorne ...................................... 20 2219 1.37 Mallacoota Inlet.................... 158 Jill is reportedly up and about, albeit with an Rip Bank ................................ 15 aid and we all look forward to her return to the Snowy River Entrance ......... 170 0.38 _______________________ bowling club. 1 0423 1159 1.57 Cape Schanck, Flinders, MornA reminder of the upcoming RACV Mixed THUR 1713 ington Ocean Beaches, Seal 0.91 Rocks, Venus Bay, Waratah Bay, Fours Tournament at Inverloch. Each team must 2332 1.41 Woolamai ....... nil be mixed of any combination. _________________________ The tournament is being held on Sunday, SepLater Minutes 0530 0.33 Altona ................................... 195 2 1256 1.64 tember 22 with play commencing at 10am. Entry Barwon Heads Bridge ........... 15 FRI fee is $12 per person and bowling attire is re1815 0.81 Carrum ................................. 195 Corinella ................................. 68 quired. Contestants should bring their own lunch. Cowes Pier............................. 50 Total prize money on offer is $500. Dromana .............................. 195 0038 1.47 enter, please contact either Ivy Sheppard an Frankston ............................. 195 3 0630 0.29 0407To721 Geelong ............................... 210 292, Cynthia Hensley on 5674 2848 or SAT Hastings ................................. 66 1346 1.70 Ross Gabb on 0418 531 071. Entries close SepHovell Pile ............................ 195 1912 0.70 Inverloch Pier ......................... 15 tember 16, 2019. Melbourne ............................ 200 Inverloch Bowling Club is also presenting a Mornington ........................... 195 1.54 One Bowl Fours tournament on Friday, Septem4 0136 Newhaven Jetty ..................... 30 0726 0.28 No. 1 West Channel SUN ber 27, with prizemoney totaling $1400 to be 1434 1.74 (Annulus)........................... 50 split: first, $600; second, $360; third, $200 and No. 2 South Channel Light .... 70 2004 0.59 No. 8 South Channel Light .. 150 fourth, $120. Port Albert Pier ...................... 90 0231 1.60 The best game (out of the four) will receive Portarlington Pier ................. 190 5 0819 0.30 $120. The entry fee is $60 per team. Portsea Pier ........................... 80 MON 1519 1.75 Port Welshpool Each team can only include a maximum of two (Rabbit Island .................... 10 2057 0.48 division one or premier level (Saturday/midweek) Queenscliffe Pier ................... 30 Rhyll ....................................... 60 players and the tournament is limited to a maxi1.62 Rosebud............................... 195 6 0325 mum of 28 teams. Rye Pier ............................... 170 0910 0.35 TUE St. Leonards Pier ................. 190 Players should arrive by 8.45am for a 9am 1600 1.74 Sandringham ....................... 195 start – open draw. 2147 0.40 Sorrento Pier........................ 130 Entries should be directed to either Ross Gabb Stony Point ............................. 40 South Channel Pile Light ..... 190 0418 531 0741 or Chas Buccilli on 0458 741 Swan Island Dock ................ 120 013. All times shown in Tooradin ............................... 105 24 hour clock Warneet.................................. 84 The fortnightly Friday evening club member0001 - 1200..........AM Williamstown ........................ 200 ship draw took place last Friday, July 26 where a Welshpool Pier....................... 90 1201 - 2400..........PM jackpot of $150 was on offer.

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South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group best one game winners were Sheila Kord (L), Bev Elliott (2), Charlie Wright (S) and Joe Korda (3). Shirley Leviston’s membership number was drawn; however, as she was not in the clubrooms at the time of the draw. We now have a jackpot of $170 being carried over to the next draw, scheduled for Friday, August 9. Jack’s major envelope was taken out by Kathy Heaphy and the wine by Lloyd Bennett. Neil Everitt will be on a break next Friday evening (August 2) and will be leaving the responsibility for the smooth sailing of the club dinner evening to Reg Varty, with John Sutcliffe putting up his hand to provide valuable assistance. The dinner will feature a door prize, the biggest spinning wheel in town as well as items from Jack’s Mailbag. Bookings close on Thursday, August 1 so be sure you do not to miss out. Ring the club or get your name on the booking list near the front door.

Mardan Hello bowlers. This week Mardan’s Jeanette Grady and Suzanne Wightman cleaned up at the district’s thought bubble doubles event held at Dumbalk. The doubles event was open to all players in the district on a first in entry basis, as the number of mats available was limited by the size of the Dumbalk Hall. Three games of 10 ends using six bowls were played, with the two highest scoring teams playing off with just three ends to determine the winners for the night. Dumbalk and Mardan played off, with Mardan the victors. The scoring was firstly by the number of shots and then by ends. The doubles event would be a valuable social addition to the year but it is not a substitute for the annual singles champions event. Next Tuesday evening we will be again at Dumbalk for the combined social bowls and presentation night. Mardan players, take note, there will not be bowls at Mardan next week. Congratulations to Jeanette and Suzanne on their win at the doubles event - “well done, go Mardan”. That’s all for this week. RG.

Mirboo North Hello Kookaburras. This week we turned on a miserable day for winter bowls, with rain coming down and delaying the start of play for half an hour and waiting for Kiwi to turn up, but in the end he didn’t so we played one rink down and had byes. The play continued in the cold conditions, with only some light sporadic rain and a little sunshine now and then that was welcomed. At least we completed all four games. The jackpot is not gaining any traction at all this year, with the marble randomly picked out of the box coming out with ‘draw’ on it, so that six players had to share $25 and nearly had their day paid for. The winners for the day were champion bowl-

er Charlie Ward’s team, with fellow players Jeff Wetzel and Jim Laurence taking home the lamb. This team had three wins and 61 shots to beat the Korumburra A team by one shot, so Graham Bradshaw and his ladies Robyn and Francine Smethurst had to be happy with the chooks. It was a cold miserable day but the company and bowls were just fine. Keep laughing til next time. RG.

SGIBBA Our SGIBBA open pairs night was a great success. Everyone really enjoyed the night. Being a new event for this season, we will do a bit of tweaking for next year, but overall the night ran well. Some great competitions were had. At the end of the night, the top two/best scoring teams had a three end play off to decide winners and runnersup. It was a good finish to the night with a challenging three ends. The runners-up were Danah Suckling and Joy Dyson from Dumbalk, and the winners were Jeanette Grady and Suzanne Wightman from Mardan. A great effort and well done to all. Tuesday night will be our presentation night. We have a game of bowls followed by the presentation of all trophies and the wind up to another great season. Still a couple of other events on the indoor calendar not to forget. Buffalo’s Peter Mac night is on August 16 and Mardan’s tournament is on September 3. Mark them in your diary.

South West Gippsland Midweek Bowls Winners were: Bob Glogoski (s), Graham McKergow, Wilma Coleman and Elaine Williams. Runners-up were: Joy Brown (s), Vern Elliott, Mavis Gridge and Elaine Fitt. One game winners were: Charlie Wright (s), Joe Korda, Bev Elliott and Sheila Korda. Midweek bowls on July 25 was played at Tarwin Lower. With 24 bowlers, the day turned out to be dry but cold and windy. We were all dressed for the occasion and at times the sun did break through which felt pleasant. The greens were slick and hard to read. There were a lot of bowls in the ditch, which made for funny comments and good banter among the players. Thank you to Wilma for here beautiful choice of home baked goodies for our trading table, and also Pauline H for her homemade potato and leek soup, which warmed us up at lunch time and set us up for the afternoon. Thank you to Peter H and Pauline H in the bar, and also Pauline H in the kitchen. Next week midweek will be played at Koo Wee Rup. Lunches will be available. Be at the venue at 10.30am for an 11am start. For more information or to register please contact Peter on 5678 5974. Everyone welcome.

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FRIENDLY BATTLE: Al Scott and Jack Ginnane took some time out during the Elders Peter Moore and Ian Bindley were ready to roll at the Elders South Gippsland Charity Golf South Gippsland Charity Golf Day at Leongatha Golf Club on Friday. Day. Read the story on page 10. Woorayl Ladies Golf SIX ladies teed off in the stableford event on Wednesday. It was fine but very chilly, from the reports received. The course was damp after 10mm of rain on Tuesday and the scores reflected this. Ann Poole was the winner with 26pts on a countback from Heather Sullivan Heather took home a ‘bag of balls’ with a winning count back and nearest the pins - well done! This week: Stableford.

Woorayl Men’s Golf FORTY-FOUR players enjoyed great weather competing for our July monthly medal, with prizes proudly sponsored by the Bendigo Bank. The Woorayl Golf club has had a long running relationship with the Bendigo Bank as sponsors and we much appreciate and thank them for their generous support. The prize winners were runners up in A Grade was P Rayson with 70nett, winner with the second best score of the day A Peters carding a 68nett. B Grade runner up with a respectable 73nett, E Poole and with 71nett – winner R Winkler. C Grade runner up with 74nett, T Willcocks and winner with the score of the day and the July monthly medal winner, J Hassett with 66nett. Congratulations to the major prize winners. Balls down the line started with 72nett – W Turner, 74nett T Williams and G Calder, 75nett T Hogan, M Grist, D Dwyer and B Stubbs, 76nett I Balfour on a count back from G Price and G Ennoss. Bad luck gents. Least putts for the day winner was W Turner with 25 on a count back from the unlucky T Ryan who was wielding an old favourable putter with a new grip nearly getting him over the line. Nearest the pin winner on the 8th C Hall and 17th T Lund. Raffle winning syndicate “No Luck”. Lastly ball of the day winner with a score I will not send to print – Ray Sullivan. Next week we have the Gav Maisey day – make sure you get your name up on the timesheet for this prestigious event. It’s your chance to add your name to the Gav Maisey jacket alongside the past winners and amongst them some major names. Good luck to all.

Wonthaggi Ladies Golf THE Wonthaggi golf course was saturated with the overnight rain and while the day was fine, the ground was awash, soft and tough. It was the dedicated hard core devotees once again showing their resilience to venture out for their Stableford round. The vagaries of the count back system decided the winners and runners-up (a bit like the World Cup Cricket final) as three best scores of 29 points were returned and the unlucky player to miss out of a prize was Geraldine Prentice. The computer listed the winner Marg Johnson (12) 29 from runner-up Leonie Bentick (31), also 29 points based on the points recorded on the back nine of the round. NTP 2nd Catherine Bolding, NTP 8th Maree Anderson BDL Geraldine Prentice 29, Pam Hanley 27, Irene Walsh 26, Catherine Bolding 25 Funny story of the round. Marg Johnson hit a ball which ricocheted off the 150 metre yellow marker backwards 50 metres, barely missing captain Maree’s cart windshield. Fast forward five holes and Kaylene Hodgett’s ball ended up in the back of the cart, once again nowhere near the intended line of play. Maree was lucky to remain

unscathed by her playing partners!

Leongatha Ladies Golf THE second round of the Mud Runners Plate was played by a field of 27 women, who did battle on the short pink course on Wednesday. Winter golf presents some tough challenges, but they don’t seem quite so daunting on a shorter course. Sue Woods shot the best score of the day to win B Grade with 38 points. Liz Hodge, who is our vice captain elect and has returned some consistent scores recently, just edged out Dot Stubbs to win A Grade with 37 points. Down the line balls were won by: Nan Meagher and Dot Stubbs 36 points, Wendy Parker, Ashleigh Hutton and Trish Miller 35, Chris Lay and Karen Bear 34, Trish Owen and Maryanne Gartner 33 c/b. Nearest the Pin 14th Trish Owen, NTP 16th Karen Bear. The Mudrunners Plate 36-hole stableford was won by our consistent Dot Stubbs with 71 stableford points. Dot did not win her Grade in either round but followed up her score of 35 in round one with 36 in round two. She won by three points from Liz Hodge and Wendy Parker. In tough conditions our shorter markers show us the way. Congratulations Dot you have been a consistent competitor over many years. The winner of the best nine over the two rounds was Fran O’Brien who scored an excellent 23 points on the back nine in the first round. Ten women contested a stableford event on Saturday. The winner was Wendy Parker with 30 points. Wendy is a great supporter of LGC. The success which comes her way is well deserved. Down the line balls were awarded to Rebecca Wilson 28, Maryanne Gartner and Helen Fraser both with 27 points At the Golf Victoria Country Championships, Rebecca Thomas and her partner Helen Pascoe from Buninyong GC were declared tied winners of the Marion Dwyer Country Foursomes Championship at Tocumwal last Wednesday. They tied with Tracey Clouston and Kim Morris from Numurkah GC. This meant that Bec and Helen successfully defended the title they won last year. Congratulations Bec and Helen on your fine achievement. The following day Helen and Bec qualified in the top two places in the Country Singles Championship. Bec lost her matchplay semi final to Libby Lacey from Nhill GC 4/3. Helen went on to win the singles title. Rebecca Thomas is proving that she is one of the finest golfers in Country Victoria. She certainly keeps Leongatha Golf Club and South Gippsland at the forefront of regional golf. Well done Bec! We are so proud of you.

points was too hot for a fast finishing Ken Smirk and the rest of the field. The daily competition was won by Doug Clemann with 38 points and Kevin Michael has made winning a habit by winning B grade again with 35 points. Thursday’s 4BBB stableford event saw Wayne again on the winner’s podium with partner Greg Ellt. Their score of 41 points beat runners-up Bob Pritchard and Hugh Goodman on a countback. BJS Insurance is again sponsoring our annual Top Gun event with the qualifying period starting on August 1. So next time you are at the golf club make sure you enter this popular event before you tee off because your next round might just be your best round.

Korumburra Men’s Golf THE golf course was in great condition today as 24 players played a two-man Ambrose. It was a typical round, especially in the bar afterwards, as the members discussed and cajoled and ridiculed each other over the missed putts and miraculous saves. The winning team in round onefs was Tim Kelvin Simpson had a great day out at the O’Neill, Rob Gallagher and Chris Gallagher with Elders South Gippsland Charity Golf Day. a score of 61.25 net.

Mirboo North Golf Wednesday results: Competition: Stableford. Day Winner: Nicole Allen 35. NTPs: 6th Nicole Allen and 13th Wendy Gervasi. DTLs: Maree Thompson 30. Thursday results: Competition: Stableford. Day Winner: Russell Pentland (20) 37. A Grade: Stephen Mills (10) 36. NTP: 16th Peter Junker. DTLs: A. McCarthy (21) 35, Tom Whitelaw (8) 34, S. Postlethwaite (14) 33. Saturday results: Competition: 1st T Motel VGL Par (President’s Trophy Final Round). Day Winner: Terry Bradshaw (8) +4. Winner B Grade: Nigel Bracecamp (19) +2. Winner C Grade: Rod Jenkins (23) -2. DTLs: Simon Duff (9) +1, Mark Hales (19) Sq, Tom Whitelaw (8) Sq and Tom Traill (14) Sq. 2nd shot NTP 1st hole: Keith Clerks. NTP: 4th Mark Hales, 6th Terry Bradshaw, Jason Smith showed some fine form teeing 13th Jeff Hughes and 16th Terry Bradshaw. off at the Elders South Gippsland Charity Congratulations to Mal Payne being this year’s Golf Day. President’s Trophy winner.

Leongatha Men’s Golf SATURDAY’S stableford competition was won by John Belli with a stunning 42 points. John was out early and left the rest of the field in his wake. Geoff McDonald had a nice 36 points to win A Grade and Panu Kuhne, back with the old fashioned white ball, took the honours in B Grade, also with 36 points. Tuesday saw Wayne Keen hold his first round lead to comfortably win the Wormburner Medal. Woorayl’s A, B and C Grade winners, Ash Peters, Ross Winkler and John Hassett. Wayne’s two round total of 77 stableford

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• Gippsland Cricket Region Seven AGM

Changes ahead for Gippsland cricket ALL executive positions were filled at the Gippsland Cricket League Region Seven annual general meeting in Traralgon on Wednesday. The trio of George Munro, David Anderon and Neil Purdy were all re-elected to the roles of president, secretary and treasurer for another term. In other postings the only change of note was that of outgoing junior development chairman Brendan O’Loughlan, who stepped down. Well-known Gippsland high performance coach Rob Wood will take over the job for the coming season. Across the board it was a relatively successful 2018-19 season for Gippsland cricket. Both Sale-Maffra and Traralgon District will remain in provincial for season 2019-20 and Gippsland associations will make up the majority of teams competing in division two with Latrobe Valley and District, Leongatha and District, Bairnsdale and District and Warragul fighting it out for promotion. Gippsland Cricket continues to pride itself on providing teams for Country Week, with the six Gippsland associations making up the 20 teams that take part. Other items at the meeting included allowing the four-team Alberton Cricket Association to become an associate member of Region Seven. Munro was also elected as the Gippsland representative on the Victorian Country Cricket League board as well as a selector to pick the men’s Victoria Country team for the Australian

Country Cricket Championships. The VCCL will face increasing pressure in the lead up to its AGM on August 4 as associations across Victoria fight to have the VCCL board reduced from 14 members to eight. The push to have the number of board members reduced has been brought to attention due to loopholes in the VCCL voting system. This sees the required three-quarter majority needed to pass a motion mathematically impossible as hardly any cricket associations bother to attend and cast their vote.

Changes to junior GCL and Country Week

“Now with no U14s there should be greater depth and competition for spots in the U15s. “We dropped U16s GCL as well because most kids that age play juniors and seniors for their club and if they were playing GCL it would be three games in one weekend. “It is about managing the enthusiasm of players and by only having U18s GCL it will hopefully help in that regard and also make people value their selection more.” This season’s junior Country Week will be hosted by the Latrobe Valley and District Cricket Association for the second successive time. The girls’ junior Country Week will be held across three days from January 1 to 3 and the boys’ U15 junior Country Week will be played over five days from January 6 to 10. A new trial competition will also be played at U13 level starting in February over three Sundays. From this, the preliminary U14 Gippsland Pride squad for the following year will be selected. The U18 GCL boys’ competition will also see some early season T-20 double-headers played. Players will not be allowed to transfer back and forth from associations. Clubs preparing turf wickets for GCL matches will now be paid $100 for their services, up from the previous quota of $50.

The 2019-20 representative cricket season will see some changes to the Gippsland Cricket League and Country Week competitions. The U16 GCL competition and U14 Country Week have been discontinued. Replacing them will be an U13 GCL competition, whilst players in the 15 to 16 age brackets will play either U15s Country Week or U18s GCL. This will allow a more streamlined pathway to higher levels of cricket and eliminate the risk of burnout in young players. Outgoing junior development chairman Brendan O’Loughlan said he hoped the changes would help make each Gippsland representative team Possible Gippsland cricket tour of more creditable. New Zealand “At the moment if you are in U14s Country Week you pretty much get automatically selected In an exciting development, the Gippsland the next year for U15s,” he said. Cricket League will look to take an open age

Gippsland team on a tour of New Zealand in 2021. It is hoped the best players in Gippsland will make themselves available for the proposed 10day regional tour across the Tasman Sea. The GCL estimates it will need to raise $30,000 to fund the enterprise and hopes to raise $15,000 in each of the next two seasons from sponsors and members of the cricket-loving public. Those wishing to find out more are encouraged to phone Gippsland Cricket secretary David Anderson on 0400 556 905. If the tour does not go ahead those who have made a financial contribution will be fully reimbursed.

New registration process for junior cricketers Australian Cricket has mandated online registration for this coming season to help reduce the burden on club administrators. For season 2019-20 and beyond, all junior cricketers must be registered online and pay a $5 insurance fee to JLT. Clubs will be able to register players themselves if they wish, however they will also need to pay the $5 fee for each participant and ask parents to repay them. The new system will put the onus on parents to ensure their son or daughter is registered and covered before the season starts. Senior players will be required to follow suite from season 2020-21. Further information at https://www.community.cricket.com.au/online-reg.

Leongatha club wants more gymnasts She said for kids who “really like to spend half develop that level of respect. DO your kids like tumbling, climbing, competent movers is the most important outcome for physical education and gymnastics helps to “They come in all shy and timid, but they totheir lives upside down” there was a strong focus flying through the air and trying out ninfacilitate this. tally change.” on nailing flips and cartwheels. ja moves? Leongatha Gymnastic Club’s Lyn McCarthy It’s also complements other sports well too, Lyn said the change in children who took up The Leongatha Gymnastics Club is putting the call out for new members. The call comes at a time when the sport is very much in the news, with researchers at Victoria University calling for gymnastics to be taught at all Australian primary schools. The recommendation follows a three year study on the development of fundamental movement skills. The study found that developing confident and

said there was a variety of classes on offer at the St Laurence Primary School gym, catering for girls of boys of various ages and abilities. “There’s Acrobatic, Tumbling, Ninja, Cheer, as well as gymnastics at recreational and competitive levels,” she said. “It’s great for balancing skills and fitness. It’s a sport people don’t think about often, but it’s something that often suits those kids who don’t fit into other things.”

the sport was remarkable, and gymnasts were unrecognisable a year after they began. “I say to them are you the same the kid who was here at the beginning? Gymnastics really builds their confidence, as well as their strength,” she said. “You can see it too in the way they actually approach you. I really enjoy that – the fact that they

Lyn said. “You see kids who go from gymnastics to martial arts. They’re just a natural, because they’re already got that balance thing happening. They’re used to standing on one leg. “It gives them a really good basis for other sports.” Contact the club on 0400 273 658.

LOVING IT: Leongatha gymnasts love their sport. The club would like to see more kids getting involved.

Baia’s success WONTHAGGI Secondary College student Baia Pugh has been selected in the School Sport Victoria team for cross country and track and field. The team will compete in cross country in NSW from August 23 to 26. FUN TIMES: Back from left, Matt, Fletcher, Brock, Anthony, Kane, Brock, and kneeling, Track and field will be held in Darwin from Nick and Dan have enjoyed their time competing in the three x three competition. September 18 to 23. It has been a great performance by Baia to qualify first for Victoria for both events, following a selection process to make the final team. Many past School Sport Victoria team members have gone on to compete at competitions like Big Dog Three x Three ladder: WEEK three of the LBA Big Dog three x the Olympic Games, World Championships and All 3’s No D ................................................ 27 pts three competition saw some tight finishes Commonwealth Games. and four draws in the 15 games played. Flint Michigan............................................. 21 pts Here’s hoping Baia and her Victorian teamBBB............................................................. 20 pts As we move into the final week there isn’t mates achieve their goals to win the Australian much between the top teams with ‘All 3s & no D’ AmberFluids ............................................... 20 pts title and that Baia may represent Australia in the RedTime ...................................................... 20 pts sitting on top. years to come. Our spring season gets underway Monday, 2XS ............................................................. 18 pts Vales ............................................................ 17 pts August 5. Anyone interested in playing please notify the Arnies .......................................................... 15 pts Baia Pugh was overjoyed with her achieveLoose Timers............................................... 13 pts ments at the cross country and track and field club. Some Guys .................................................... 9 pts qualifiers, finishing first in both events.

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Hamish Gleeson was a standout for the Inverloch Stars U12s, controlling the game for his team and setting the pace well. Decarlo off a throw-in, but she was ruled offside, halting her run. Milly Hurst slotted Burra’s first against the home side in the second half, giving them hope. Seven minutes later though, Phillip KORUMBURRA travelled to Island managed to beat Burra’s defence Phillip Island for the inaugu- and slot their third for the day. Both sides continued to play hard, ral Orange Round, supporting Burra taking it to the top side but setgender equality and the end of tling with a 3-1 loss for the day. violence against women and “The second half we were fantastic. We chased, hassled and competed and children. The event was also in conjunction were rewarded with a goal,” coach Anwith the Change for Sam organisation drew Halkett said. Andrew awarded the Burra Brewery which has significant meaning for the Player of the week to Treen Halkett for Phillip Island community. a great effort in goals. U12s

Korumburra City v Phillip Island Breakers

Men Korumburra’s U12s played hard but Korumburra had a day they would couldn’t match the strength of Phillip rather forget. Island. Phillip Island quickly opened the Burra’s goal-sneak Zane Brady was able to net one goal for the day, his team scoring and didn’t look back, a fivegoal first half ensuing for the home taking a convincing beating, 1-7. side. U14s Burra were unable to find the net all The teams went end to end, both unday taking a 6-0 loss, the lads disapable to score for 19 minutes. pointed in themselves. Phillip Island opened the scoring They will bounce back next week. and then settled into the game to hold Korumburra goalless. The final result was a 6-0 loss to Korumburra.

Wonthaggi United game day report

U16 Girls The Korumburra Girls displayed some good football with some first gamers having a go and looking dangerous. Alex O’Neill had a great first game in defence. Phillip Island’s keeper did her job well, saving goal after goal, as did Burra’s Makenzee Swain at the opposite end. Burra defenders Fernanda Hurst and Aaliyah Nagel were kept busy as well. It wasn’t until late in the second half the Breakers managed to secure the first goal of the game. Not long after they slotted a second and took the win. Thanks to the tireless volunteers from both clubs who enabled this game to go ahead.

U16s Korumburra gave their all against the powerful Phillip Island team and held their own but couldn’t find the net on the day. Phillip Island took the win, 2-0.

Reserves Korumburra City stood tall in a 2-0 defeat, a great effort against the home side. Burra hit the pitch with some players carrying injury, trying their hardest but it wasn’t to be their day.

Women Meeting with the top side was always going to be a challenge for Korumburra City. Supporting the Orange Round by wearing orange ribbons and arm bands, Burra started a little shaky. Burra played hard but unfortunately conceded a goal after five minutes. It would take another 30 minutes before the Breakers scored again. Korumburra continued to push forward and a chance came for Dakota

U10s

lowed by a great counter attack with Gaby Hynes chipping the keeper to respond. The half finished at 2-1. Wonthaggi came back out refusing to give up but Leongatha were simply too good, winning 6-1.

Reserves The Wonthaggi Reserves team, hungry for a finals birth, took to the field against Leongatha on Sunday. An early goal for Scott and two from Paul gave Wonthaggi a commanding lead at half-time. Late goals from Leongatha made for a great second half but Wonthaggi managed to hold on for a 3-2 win, edging them closer to finals.

Inverloch Stars U12s

Korumburra forwards Dakota Decarlo and Milly Hurst attack with Phillip Island’s defenders blocking the way. Orange Round saw Burra wear orange ribbons and Phillip Island wear orange socks.

The Inverloch Stars U12s took the pitch at Mirboo North ready for action. Coming off a good win last week, the team was pumped and ready to put up a strong show. Coach Vince Green gave clear, positive and encouraging instructions to individual players throughout the game which helped each young Star settle into their positions. Whilst Inverloch was unable to score during the game, this proved a successful strategy as they were able to keep Mirboo North from scoring as HIT FOR SIX: Phillip Island’s men dominated their match against Kowell. rumburra City, controlling the ball in the midfield and setting up attackers Lucca Iddon Tauvry once again for six goals. put on a talented performance as goalkeeper. A nil-all score-line was a big celebration for our young Stars.

The Wonthaggi U10s started strong. When they were on the attack the ball didn’t leave their forward line. Leongatha managed to find the net by sneaking one past the Wonthaggi defence, but Wonthaggi answered back with some beautiful teamwork. Leongatha found the net again taking the score to 2-1 at half time. With no substitutes the young Wonthaggi players tired in the second half allowing Leongatha to score a few easy Women goals. With orange ribbons in their hair, An amazing effort by Tanna in the supporting ‘The Orange Round’, a midfield earned her this week’s Mac- stand against domestic violence, the ca’s player of the day. Leongatha Knights women took the U12s field. The United U12s were expectWonthaggi came out strong, scoring ing a tough close game and it didn’t first. disappoint. It was midfielder Kiera Williams A fast start from Wonthaggi was who found the back of the net twice in called for and an early lead was taken the first half with two stunning strikes, through some excellent wing play. putting the knights ahead at half-time. After a period of sustained pressure Defenders Caitlin Charles, Kim Wonthaggi’s defence was breached and Kirkus, Tori Martin, Julie Cato and Noa looping shot found the net. elia Phillips held Wonthaggi to just one The score 1-1 as the half ended. An goal for the game. attack by Leongatha soon after saw a Midfielders, Audrey Kottek, Jaspenalty awarded for handball. mine Garry and Kiera Williams ran the The shot was brilliantly saved and match tirelessly, supporting both the the game remained 1-1. As last week, defence and forwards consistently. a tense last few minutes remained in It was youngsters Lara Worthy and the game with both teams looking for Sarah Doolan who stepped in when a a winner. break was needed, once again contribA few Wonthaggi corners came and uting greatly. Both Jordan Rintoule and went with both teams unable to steal a Evie bath found the back of the net in the second half. winning goal. Xanthe Bruning also scored a pair Women of wonderful goals to close out the A depleted Wonthaggi Women’s team travelled to Leongatha on Sunday game on a high.

Leongatha Knights enjoy success

Some clever footwork is used by Inverloch Stars’ James Starkey as he wins the ball and sends it forward.

senior team. With the senior players starting on the bench, it was the reserves who had the opportunity to kick off first and the game started. Wonthaggi clearly had the better of the early play with plenty of attacks forward that at times left the Knights chasing backsides and initially were lucky not to be a goal down. They eventually got their first goal when a through-ball was chased down and put in the back of the net to make it 1-0. Unluckily it was again Wonthaggi who utilised the quick long-ball forwards to beat the offside trap and when the attacker used his body to negate the Reserves to play in the ‘Orange’ Round in suppressure from Tom it left the way free port of victims of domestic violence. The Leongatha Knights reserves for him to take a shot that only narrowA slow start for Wonthaggi saw Le- team had the honour of being the last ly went under Chris for a goal. ongatha score a quick two goals, fol- match, with Wonthaggi not fielding a

The Knights then managed to score from a header to make it 2-1 at halftime. Despite timely substitutions by the Knights coach, it was Wonthaggi who next took the advantage when a strong run and cross was met by an unmarked attacker in front of goal and left the Leongatha keeper no chance of saving it. With their backs against the wall the Leongatha side worked harder and attacked with more flair. They were well-rewarded when Rob again took a corner and his cross was met by Tom Barker up from defence for a fine header, 2-3. The Wonthaggi keeper prevented any other goals though, and the opposition held onto a 2-3 win.

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Parrots netball results A Grade

fitness to overcome for the win.

Morwell 49 d Leongatha 41 Auction player: Nicola Marriott. Awards: Jess Edgar - Evans Petroleum, Nicola Marriott - Rusty Windmill. What a great start coming up against the top team. It was even all game and unfortunately blew out in the last quarter. Welcome back to three of our key players, Lauren, Kayla and Georgia.

C Grade

B Grade Leongatha 53 d Morwell 31 Auction player: Kasey Rump. Awards: Kasie Rump - A.W. Smith & Sons, Jaclyn Evans Petroleum. Right from the start we took the lead and excelled from there. With a few changes and tough challenges from Morwell, we built a sequence and used our

Centre Nicola Marriott makes a pass for the Parrots. Leongatha lost to top side Morwell by eight goals.

Leongatha 27 d Morwell 25 Auction player: Elicia Garnham. Awards: Ash Payne - Bair’s Hotel, Carlie Dwyer Mika & Max, Evonne Dekker - Evans Petroleum. A great start to the game, the girls got an early lead. A slow start in the third quarter saw Morwell even the game, going goal for goal, but our consistent pressure and hard work got us the win.

Under 17 Morwell 40 d Leongatha 29 Awards: Keely Price Lyn Rose, Beth Scott - Kat’s Korner. Facing the top team we knew the challenges ahead. We pulled through in the last half to get our own game plan in

action. Proud of the effort girls, let’s keep pushing and bring on next week.

Under 15 Morwell 24 d Leongatha 23 Awards: Ada Hill - Baker’s Delight, Makenzi Gourlay - Canteen. A great game girls. We fought right until the end but unfortunately we didn’t get the win.

Under 13 Leongatha 40 d Morwell 13 Awards: Bella Mackie A.W. Smith & Sons, Sienna Cruikshank - Kat’s Korner. Really impressive game after the bye, so glad to come out of it with a win. Train well and get ready for next week. Go Parrots.

Gippsland netball Results - Round 14

A Grade: Moe 85 d Bairnsdale 47, Drouin 60 d Sale 46, Warragul 44 d Maffra 33, Traralgon 95 d Wonthaggi Power 37, Morwell 49 d Leongatha 41. B Grade: Moe 58 d Bairnsdale 33, Drouin 38 d Sale 55, Warragul 65 d Maffra 42, Traralgon 61 d Wonthaggi Power 35, Leongatha 53 d Morwell 31. C Grade: Moe 44 d Bairnsdale 31, Sale 37 d Drouin 35, Maffra 39 d Warragul 33, Traralgon 42 d Wonthaggi Power 32, Leongatha 27 d Morwell 25. Under 17: Bairnsdale 36 d Moe 30, Sale 36 d Drouin 32, Maffra 42 d Warragul 34, WontInverloch-Kongwak Centre Kelsey Buxton looks to pass to her GA through tight Cora Lynn haggi Power 34 d Traralgon 24, Morwell 40 d Leongatha 29. defence. Under 15: Bairnsdale 49 d Moe 23, Sale 72 d Drouin 6, Maffra 45 d Warragul 12, Traralgon 33 d Wonthaggi Power 31, Morwell 24 d Leongatha 23.

Under 13: Moe 28 d Bairnsdale 27, Sale 58 d Drouin 8, Maffra 44 d Warragul 25, Traralgon 35 d Wonthaggi Power 25, Leongatha 39 d Morwell 14.

Ladders A Grade Morwell ................................158.97 Traralgon .............................155.03 Warragul ..............................128.68 Moe .......................................134.83 Maffra ..................................104.05 Leongatha..............................100.66 Drouin .....................................84.02 Sale..........................................79.65 Bairnsdale ...............................69.96 Wonthaggi Power ....................50.46 B Grade Moe .......................................132.42 Traralgon .............................134.51 Leongatha ............................137.42 Warragul ..............................119.05 Sale .......................................132.99 Morwell .................................102.48 Maffra......................................79.80 Drouin .....................................78.38 Wonthaggi Power ....................68.35 Bairnsdale ...............................62.19 C Grade Maffra ..................................147.11 Warragul ..............................119.29 Moe .......................................122.60 Traralgon .............................104.82 Leongatha ............................104.66 Morwell .................................107.02

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Drouin .....................................89.12 Sale..........................................85.40 Wonthaggi Power ....................74.55 Bairnsdale ...............................70.32 Under 17 Morwell ................................149.46 Sale .......................................136.07 Moe .......................................135.73 Wonthaggi Power ................116.57 Leongatha ............................124.35 Bairnsdale ...............................93.06 Maffra......................................84.88 Traralgon .................................75.78 Drouin .....................................71.65 Warragul ..................................58.12 Under 15 Sale .......................................296.20 Maffra ..................................153.83 Bairnsdale ............................177.81 Leongatha ............................104.31 Traralgon .............................119.67 Moe .......................................110.43 Morwell .................................103.38 Wonthaggi Power ....................76.92 Warragul ..................................43.15 Drouin .....................................12.35 Under 13 Maffra ..................................152.69 Sale .......................................263.41 Traralgon .............................162.54 Leongatha ............................143.98 Moe .......................................129.17 Bairnsdale .............................115.27 Wonthaggi Power ....................84.42 Warragul ..................................42.17 Morwell ...................................37.83 Drouin .....................................26.27

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West Gippsland results Results - Round 16 A Grade: Bunyip 40 d Kilcunda Bass 25, TooradinDalmore 62 d Koo Wee Rup 27, Inverloch Kongwak 59 d Cora Lynn 32, Nar Nar Goon 79 d Garfield 28, Warragul Industrials 58 d Phillip Island 39, Korumburra Bena 44 d Dalyston 39. B Grade: Bunyip 64 d Kilcunda Bass 14, TooradinDalmore 65 d Koo Wee Rup 27, Inverloch Kongwak 39 d Cora Lynn 32, Nar Nar Goon 65 d Garfield 24, Warragul Industrials 54 d Phillip Island 41, Dalyston 54 d Korumburra Bena 41. Tarwin and Stony Creek battled it out in the A Grade, with Tarwin winning out 19-10. Photo C Grade: Bunyip 41 d courtesy Gerard Bruning @ fourcorners framing. Kilcunda Bass 15, TooradinDalmore 18 d Koo Wee Rup 16, Cora Lynn 25 d Inverloch Kongwak 15, Nar Nar Goon n34 d Garfield 32, Warragul Fish Creek ..........140.59 40 17 & Under Results - Round 14 MDU 26. Industrials 38 d Phillip Island Toora ..................154.41 36 17 & Under: Fish Stony Creek .........83.18 20 Fish Creek ..........179.47 30 27, Dalyston 43 d Korumburra July 27 Foster....................85.38 16 A Grade: Foster 43 Creek 31 d Foster 19. MDU .....................86.34 16 Tarwin ..................85.38 10 Bena 29. 15 & Under: Fos- Tarwin ...................32.29 0 MDU ..................... 75.11 8 d Fish Creek 29, Stony Under 17: Bunyip 55 d B Grade 15 & Under Creek 58 d Tarwin 32, ter 27 d Fish Creek Kilcunda Bass 18, TooradinToora ..................179.61 56 15, Tarwin 36 d Stony MDU ................... 113.00 40 Foster..................235.66 42 Dalmore 24 d Koo Wee Rup 23, Toora 53 d MDU 21. Fish Creek ..........128.31 28 B Grade: Fish Creek 10. Fish Creek ..........105.88 34 Toora ..................124.23 26 Inverloch Kongwak 34 d Cora 13 & Under: Fos- Foster....................98.87 16 Tarwin ..................90.76 16 Lynn 16, Nar Nar Goon 31 d Creek 45 drew Foster 45, Tarwin 44 d Stony ter 23 d Fish Creek Stony Creek...........75.86 14 Stony Creek...........26.82 0 Garfield 26, Phillip Island 51 d Tarwin ...................61.29 8 13 & Under Creek 39, Toora 66 d 1, Tarwin 19 d Stony Warragul Industrials 11, KoruC Grade Creek 10, MDU 35 d Fish Creek ..........183.46 52 MDU ................... 511.11 56 mburra Bena 33 d Dalyston 27. MDU 32. Foster..................147.20 40 Tarwin ................166.91 42 C Grade: Fish Toora 10. Under 15: Bunyip 26 d KilToora .................. 114.95 32 Toora ..................104.39 34 Creek 47 d Foster 6, cunda Bass 16, Koo Wee Rup 35 Ladders Tarwin ..................69.40 28 Stony Creek .........94.61 28 Tarwin 34 d Stony Fish Creek .............35.02 8 d Tooradin-Dalmore 12, Cora A Grade MDU .....................62.73 8 Creek 18, Toora 36 d Foster..................221.37 56 Foster.....................56.33 4 Stony Creek...........30.99 4 Lynn 23 d Inverloch Kongwak

Alberton netball

21, Nar Nar Goon 24 d Garfield 13, Phillip Island 33 d Warragul Industrials 20, Dalyston 38 d Korumburra Bena 23. Under 13: Bunyip 29 d Kilcunda Bass 9, Koo Wee Rup 15 d Tooradin-Dalmore 11, Cora Lynn 18 d Inverloch Kongwak 13, Nar Nar Goon 20 d Garfield 16, Phillip island 40 d Warragul Industrials 6, Dalyston 22 d Korumburra Bena 17.

Ladders A Grade Tooradin-Dalmore ...............199.34 Dalyston ...............................147.38 Korumburra Bena ..............129.78 Nar Nar Goon ......................121.12 Bunyip ..................................112.52 Inverloch-K’wak ...................116.46 Koo Wee Rup ..........................99.69 Warragul Indust .......................98.19 Cora Lynn................................81.45 Phillip Island ...........................79.49 Kilcunda-Bass .........................55.19 Garfield ...................................44.00 B Grade Tooradin Dalmore ...............159.85 Dalyston ...............................155.69 Nar Nar Goon ......................123.14 Warragul Indust ..................134.69 Phillip Island........................126.35 Bunyip ...................................111.30 Inverloch-K’wak ...................101.74 Cora Lynn................................95.48 Koo Wee Rup ..........................90.24 Korumburra Bena....................78.31 Garfield ...................................62.25 Kilcunda-Bass .........................30.49 C Grade Tooradin Dalmore ...............148.60 Dalyston ...............................126.04 Bunyip ..................................139.47 Cora Lynn ............................130.65

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Warragul Indust ..................114.02 Koo Wee Rup ........................122.55 Inverloch-K’wak .....................93.91 Nar Nar Goon..........................98.45 Korum-Bena............................85.18 Garfield ...................................81.46 Phillip Island ...........................79.66 Kilcunda-Bass .........................41.74 Under 17 Phillip Island........................242.94 Inverloch-K’wak .................241.55 Korum-Bena ........................204.43 Dalyston ...............................159.08 Cora Lynn ............................144.29 Bunyip ...................................111.40 Tooradin Dalmore ...................82.81 Koo Wee Rup ..........................72.41 Garfield ...................................63.62 Nar Nar Goon..........................62.86 Kilcunda-Bass .........................31.74 Warragul Industrials ................26.06 Under 15 Dalyston ...............................195.72 Koo Wee Rup .......................210.83 Cora Lynn ............................208.09 Phillip Island........................177.54 Warragul Indust ..................160.54 Inverloch-K’wak ...................132.56 Korum-Bena..........................103.87 Bunyip .....................................69.44 Tooradin-Dalmore ...................78.38 Nar Nar Goon..........................53.02 Kilcunda-Bass .........................28.41 Garfield ...................................22.36 Under 13 Cora Lynn ............................258.33 Dalyston ...............................195.96 Phillip Island........................189.16 Tooradin-Dalmore ...............250.30 Inverloch-K’wak .................162.30 Koo Wee Rup ........................150.97 Korum-Bena..........................170.26 Bunyip .....................................77.27 Nar Nar Goon..........................76.92 Garfield ...................................57.61 Kilcunda-Bass .........................16.83 Warragul Indust .......................12.28

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NETBALL | SPORT - 39

Tuesday, July 30, 2019 | thestar.com.au

Wonthaggi and Traralgon played out an en- Phillip Island Centre Maddison Taylor passes tertaining game on Saturday, with the visit- to a teammate in the Bulldogs’ B Grade game ing Traralgon side winning 95-37. against the Industrials.

LDNA umpires

Mirboo North netball results

Saturday, August 3 10am: ALL Abilities: Brittany Price, Alex Ritchie. 11am: Anita Gourlay, Emma Smith, Pat Kuhne, Lilly Worsfold, Charlotte Exelby, Bek Vagg, Phil Smith, Katrina Spark, Zara McKenzie, Alicia Prentice, Georgia Hamilton, Louise Strickland, Hayley Bourke, Elle Douglas, Zara Gardener.. 12 noon: Lorri McKenzie, Anita Gourlay, Cathy Govers, Phoebe Hinds, Steph Thoonen, Pat Kuhne, Angelique Dunlevie, Jade McRea, Jacinta Muhovics, Amy Smith, Alex Ritchie, Jade Hamilton, Sue Ritchie, Ashleigh Challis, Paul Kemper, Louise Bruce. 1pm: Lilly Worsfold, Belinda Whiteside, Chelsea Hoffman, Abagail Exelby, Lorri McKenzie, Katrina Spark, Chloe Brown, Barb Challis. 2.20pm: Mitch Price, Chloe Prentice, Phil Smith, Steph Thoonen, Angelique Dunlevie, Anna Patterson, Lauren Baudinette, Jesseme Arnason. Enquiries: Anita Gourlay, umpire coordinator 0418 135 624.

11 & Under Group 1: St Laurence Maroon 16 d Inverloch Kongwak Blue 7, St Laurence Gold 31 d Mirboo North 0, Leongatha Parrots Budgies 9 d Mt Eccles Pink 2, Mt Eccles Blue 13 d Town 4. 11 & Under Group 2: Mt Eccles Purple 15 d St Laurence Maroon 1. 13 & Under Group 1: Leongatha Parrots Budgies 23 d St Laurence 5, Mt Eccles Yellow 28 d Inverloch Kongwak Blue.

14, Mt Eccles White 18 d Korumburra Bena 16. 13 & Under Group 2: Mirboo North Purple 21 d St Laurence 4, Town 13d Inverloch Kongwak Yellow 3, Mirboo North Gold 15 drew Mt Eccles Purple 15. 15 & Under: Inverloch Kongwak Yellow 28 d Mirboo North 12, Town 37 d St Laurence Maroon 12, Mt Eccles Aqua 26 d St Laurence Blue 24, Mt Eccles White 27 d Inverloch Kongwak Blue 10. 17 & Under / C Grade: Town Tangerine 48 d Mt Eccles

The night was an opportunity for the club to celebrate another successful season, with six out of their 10 squads making finals. During her speech, Storm president Sarah Blackman from Warragul thanked the parents for their support, and the sacrifices they make, some travelling from

D Grade

B Grade

Mirboo North 44 Trafalgar 49 BOC sponsored by Betty Lane and Mirboo North IGA was Connie Lia. Coach’s award sponsored by Mirboo North Pizza and Wyncity was Emily Robertson. What a game. The team fought hard against the undefeated top of the ladder. We made little mistakes, but we will fix those. Let’s keep pushing hard.

C Grade

Mirboo North 30 Trafalgar 64 BOC sponsored by Grand Ridge Brewery and Mirboo North IGA was Emma Evans. Coach’s award sponsored by Jimmy Jambs Cafe and Wyncity was Ashlee Hilliar. Beaten by a better team this week. There is definitely a lot to improve on before finals. Heads up, we will bounce back, let’s get to training this week and start again.

Mirboo North 30 Trafalgar 34 BOC sponsored by Mirboo North Hotel and Jimmy Jambs Cafe was Aleisha Loh. Coach’s award sponsored by Craig Young Butcher and Wyncity was Stacey Harriage. An amazing game. We were winning the first half and they just managed to get the lead in the second half. We fought hard and put amazing pressure on them. Be proud of your efforts and the extra work at training.

Mirboo North 54 Trafalgar 63 BOC sponsored by Grand Ridge Brewery, Mirboo North IGA and Brave Hair was Ebony Best. Coach’s award sponsored by Betty Lane and the Mirboo North Bakery was Jessie Holland. A real solid tussle all day. So many great passages of play, but still lots to work on to bridge the gap. A week off to fine tune a few things and ready for Yallourn.

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Mirboo North C Grade’s Aleisha Loh and Trafalgar 38 BOC sponsored by Wyncity Kylie Peters fight for possession against and Traf Mens and Boyswear Trafalgar.

Silver 31, Mt Eccles White 49 d St Laurence 40, Mirboo North Purple 37 d Town Black 34, Mirboo North Gold forfeit Meeniyan & District. Open: Town 57 d St Laurence Maroon 34, Mt Eccles Silver 58 St Laurence White 46, MDU 74 d Mt Eccles Aqua 33.

Ladders 13 & Under Group 1 Mt Eccles White ......198 L Parrots Budgies ....174 Mt Eccles Yellow......136 Korumburra Bena ..103 Inver K’wak Blue........57 St Laurence .................47 13 & Under Group 2 Mirboo Nth Purple..178 Mirboo Nth Gold .....146 St Laurence ................ 83

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Inver K’wak Yellow...51 9 Town............................97 7 Mt Eccles Purple .........42 5 15 & Under Town .........................230 22 Mt Eccles Aqua........ 114 16 St Laurence Blue .....125 13 Mt Eccles White ........98 10 Inver K’wak Blue........85 10 Inver K’wak Yellow ....93 9 St Laur Maroon ...........74 8 Mirboo North ..............46 0 17 & Under / C Grade Meeniyan & Dist .....163 22 Town Tangerine ....... 116 16 Mirboo Nth Purple.. 118 14 Mt Eccles Silver .......105 12 Town Black .................97 8 Mt Eccles White ..........86 8 St Laurence .................80 6 Mirboo North Gold .....67 2 Open MDU .........................164 20 Town .........................131 17 Mt Eccles Silver .......122 16 St Laurence White ..103 8 St Laurence Maroon ....62 5 Mt Eccles Aqua ...........51 0

Storm celebrates season GIPPSLAND Storm Elite Development Netball Club recently held their Autumn presentation night at the Beaconsfield Community Centre.

U15s Mirboo North 44 Trafalgar 39 BOC sponsored by Wyncity Morwell and Traf Mens and Boyswear was Ella Snell. Coach’s award sponsored by Mirboo North IGA and Jump and Climb was Chloe Beedall. The team dug deep to get the win this week with two defenders out of action. The girls trusted their structures and worked hard to hold on for the win. A big thank you to Montanah and Poppy for helping out.

U17s

LDNA netball results Results - Saturday, June 27

U15s award winners: Roshelle Thompson, Luiza Sulemani, Ava Hicks, Molly Turner (Kongwak) and Ella Trevaga.

the outer reaches of Gippsland to support their girls. Sarah also touched on the dedicated coaching staff, headed by Simon O’Shanassy, for their ongoing passion and enthusiasm. She also thanked sponsors Inspire physiotherapy for women, Beaconsfield, and Bodyhub Officer, for their physiotherapy and sports science. Guest speaker David Petelinek from Storm’s VNL sister club Monash Hawks, outlined their ongoing association for the mutual benefit for both clubs and their association with the Hawthorn Football Club.

Second speaker Rylee Nelson, a former Gippsland Storm netballer now playing in the VNL, discussed the challenges she faced entering into the Victorian Netball League. Rylee also encouraged all players present to truly listen to their coaches and make every effort to improve their game. All up a successful night. The Storm will now look forward to the spring season and their tryouts in October. See Facebook and website for details: www.gippslandstorm. com.au.

was Taleisha Snell. Coach’s award sponsored by Mirboo North IGA and Jump and Climb was Alannah Knowles. A brilliant effort against quality opposition. Some great passages of play. Enjoy the break and keep working hard at training and the rewards will come.

A Grade

• Football

Poowong artillery destroys Yarragon A HIGH-POWERED Poowong attack another percentage-boosting win in their quest to travelled to Yarragon and blew the home consolidate a top three spot. Results side apart on Saturday, giving the MagSeniors: Poowong 21.15.141 d Yarragon pies a huge win. The Magpies had nine separate goalkick- 3.2.20. Reserves: Poowong 19.8.122 d Yarragon ers, with five scoring multiples, in their huge 5.0.30. 121-point win. Poowong’s pressure on the ball and timely Leongatha Junior Footy contest work defensively held the home team scoreless for the entire quarter. CGJFL ladders This led to a 21-0 quarter-time lead. UNDER 10 UNDER 12 James Doria, who booted six majors for the W L D % Pts Leongatha Green 2.4.16 d game, was dominant in the second term, present- Yinnar............12 0 0 895.71 48 Newborough Reds 2.2.14 Trafalgar.........9 3 0 262.50 36 Leongatha Green best: P. Bain, B. ing well and finishing in front of goal. L’gatha Gold ....8 3 1 214.90 34 Elkin, F. Livingstone, M. Richards, This rubbed off on the other forwards and made L’gatha Green...8 4 0 154.40 32 W. Campbell, S. Winmar. Mirboo North ...7 3 1 156.04 30 Newborough Reds best: J. Akon, for a strong quarter for the Magpies in which they Moe Maroons.... 7 5 0 143.88 28 J. Mallia, J. Polik, K. Micallef, L. lengthened their lead to 36 points by half-time. Hill & Rovers..... 6 6 0 127.06 24 Mallia, N. Henry. New Blues ......... 5 7 0 81.94 20 UNDER 12 This trend continued in the third quarter, the Morwell Royal ... 4 7 0 76.29 20 home team again held scoreless for an entire term, Morwell Navy .... 2 10 0 40.92 8 Leongatha Gold 3.5.23 d Boolarra ............ 1 9 0 18.89 4 Leongatha Green 1.5.11 unable to overcome the intensity the Magpies Yallourn Nth ...... 0 12 0 13.60 0 Leongatha Gold best: Z. Langstaff, M. Croatto, A. Williams, T. were bringing to the contest. UNDER 14 McKenzie, C. Reid, Z. Borg. More goalkickers got on the board for the W L D % Pts Leongatha Green best: K. Arnaaway side to accompany Doria’s dominance, with Moe Maroons ...8 1 0 314.55 44 son, T. Hibberson, W. Patterson, L’gatha Gold ....8 1 0 210.98 44 M. Sheahan, M. McLennan, C. Hazendonk, Wallis, Newcombe chipping in. L’gatha Green...7 3 0 187.29 36 Richards. The team piled on an impressive seven goals Trafalgar.........6 3 0 166.79 36 UNDER 14 Yinnar............6 4 0 114.36 32 three to lead a stunned Yarragon 94-13 at the final Mirboo Leongatha Gold 7.10.52 d North .... 4 5 0 123.91 28 break. Hill & Rovers..... 2 7 0 42.95 20 Leongatha Green 6.10.46 Gold goals: R. Dal Yarragon managed to put one on the board into Morwell Royal ... 1 9 0 27.43 12 Leongatha New Blues ......... 0 9 0 22.77 12 Pozzo 3, S. Borg 2, B. Cowell, F. Dunn. Best: R. Checkley, W. the last term but that was it, with a Poowong side Brown, R. Dal Pozzo, J. Smith, J. full of confidence running riot. Clark, F. Dunn. Leongatha Green goals: L. Gill, The Magpies booted seven more goals in the T. Richards, H. Livingstone, T. term, coming away 141-20 winners. McRae, F. Lord, T. Harris. Best: W. Dawson, L. Gill, T. Richards, T. With second-bottom side Lang Lang their Harris, H. Livingstone, E. Davis. next matchup, Poowong will be looking to grab

40 - SPORT | FOOTBALL

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REMEMBERING SAM: The one year anniversary of the tragic death of Phillip Island mother Samantha Fraser, who lost her life to domestic violence, was marked during the inaugural Orange Round and Change for Sam match between Phillip island and Warragul Industrials at the Cowes oval last Saturday. A huge crowd attended the special day including family and friends of the Fraser family.

Phillip Island player Kevin Taylor ran out onto the Cowes ground with the Reserves for his 150th game and there was huge applause when he booted his 350th goal in the match against the Warragul Dusties. RIGHT: Zak Vernon flies high for the Bulldogs against his Warragul Dusties opponent at Cowes on Saturday.

â&#x20AC;˘ Phillip Island v Warragul Inductrials

Dogs stand against domestic violence trials opponents on the day, holding the visitors goalless until the last term to secure a 167-point win. With these initiatives holding high importance in Phillip Island and the Gippsland region, it was only right that the club and its players took the field to tribute these great causes and stand against The Bulldogs obliterated their Warragul Indus- domestic violence. Each team played in support for the cause and just before the seniors game, reserves player Kevin Taylor celebrated his 150th appearance by kicking his 350th goal, creating an early highlight

PHILLIP Island held their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Orange Roundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; at the weekend, a Gippsland initiative being used to raise awareness about domestic violence against women and children and to also support the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Change for Samâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; initiative.

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on what was already a special day. With friends and family of Sam Fraser watching on, the Dogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; seniors came out on fire. Inspired by the occasion, the home side took a huge 37-1 lead into the first break and never looked back. The side continued their dominance at the contest and up front, with multiple players hitting the scoreboard. By three-quarter time, Phillip Island had a 136-4 lead, not allowing a single goal from Warragul for three terms.

The onslaught continued in the fourth, with Brendan Kimber kicking multiples to finish with eight for the game. The home side emerged 186-19 victors, capping off a special and important occasion for the club. Seniors: Phillip Island 29.12.186 d Warragul Industrials 2.7.19. Reserves: Phillip Island 20.12.132 d Warragul Industrials 2.1.13. Thirds: Phillip Island 5.15.45 d Warragul Industrials 3.2.20.

SENIORS Yall-Yall North ... 331.03 64 Mirboo North .... 182.65 52 Hill End ........... 160.82 48 Morwell East..... 137.32 48 Yinnar............. 114.31 36 Trafalgar ...............113.45 26 Newborough ..........50.41 20 Boolarra .................34.64 20 Thorpdale ...............31.38 6 GOALKICKERS K. Hughes (Y-YN) ........ (5) 75 D. McDonald (Y-YN).... (5) 61 C. Saunders (Hill E) ..... (0) 56 M. Coutts (Yinn).......... (1) 42 J. Mitchell (Newb) ....... (2) 31 B. Wilson (Mirb N) ...... (5) 28 L. Mulqueen (Hill E) .... (0) 27 B. Bosman (Traf) ......... (0) 26 M. Powell (Thorp) ....... (1) 26 D. Hayes (Traf) ............ (0) 26

RESERVES Yall-Yall Nth ..... 410.48 64 Trafalgar.......... 196.21 56 Yinnar............. 217.68 44 Morwell East..... 157.77 36 Boolarra ............97.59 36 Hill End ..................87.58 36 Mirboo North .........73.15 24 Newborough ..........67.89 20 Thorpdale .................9.96 4 GOALKICKERS T. Phillips (Y-YN) ......... (7) 45 L. Visser (Yinnar) ...... (11) 45 M. Dow (Y-YN) ............ (2) 25 J. Holdsworth (Traf) .... (3) 25 B. Darby-Lock (Y-YN).. (0) 22 E. Stanton (Bool)......... (2) 22 T. Wyatt (Traf) ............. (0) 21 C. Le Page (Mirb N) .... (2) 20 M. Gore (Y-YN) ........... (2) 20 B. Mahoney (Yinnar) ... (1) 19 C. Alexander (Yinn) ..... (0) 19 C. Hughes (Y-YN) ........ (0) 19

â&#x20AC;˘ Trafalgar v Mirboo North

Tigers secure top three THIRDS Trafalgar.......... 220.90 32 Yall-Yall Nth ..... 180.21 28 Hill End .............65.21 14 Mirboo North ......38.19 6 GOALKICKERS J. Robinson (Y-YN) ...........25 L. Fry (Y-YN) .....................23 B. Claridge (Traf) ...............14 B. Julin (Y-YN) ..................14 C. Burgess (Traf) ...............14 B. Harding (Y-YN) .............12 K. Weir (Y-YN) ..................12 B. Clymo (Hill E)................11 M. Devon (Traf) .................10 T. Mafis (Traf)....................10

FOURTHS Yinnar.............704.55 100 Trafalgar..........116.98 71 Yall-Yall Nth .....139.31 64 Mirboo North ....114.64 43 Morwell East...... 66.05 30 Newborough .........26.21 11 Hill End .................23.45 10 GOALKICKERS J. Wyntjes (Yinn) ........ (4) 38 S. Lissa (Yinnar) ......... (2) 37 H. Hopkins (Traf)......... (1) 25 P. Winmar (Mirb N) ..... (2) 22 W. Hester (Y-YN) ......... (1) 19 M. Porykali (Yinn) ....... (2) 16 E. Woodall (Mirb N) .... (0) 15 Q. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Kane (Mirb N)...... (0) 15 M. McCafferty (Yinn)... (1) 14 D. Makepeace (Yinn) ... (0) 13 J. Walravens (Y-YN) .... (0) 13

MIRBOO North cemented a top three double-chance in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finals series when it overran 2018 Mid Gippsland premier Trafalgar by 16 points away from home on Saturday. On what was an intriguing day of hard-fought football, nothing came easily for Mirboo North in Mitchell Wightmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100th senior game for the club. Everything seemed to spell disaster early for the clearly out-of-sync visitors, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d won just two of their last 10 encounters at Trafalgar. Star ruckman Tyson Leys continually gave the Bloods first use of the ball with outstanding palming at throw-ups stoppages. By quarter-time, the home side had scored 6.4 and opened up a 27-point lead with fast, finetuned play. But for Brayden Wilsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two goals against the tide, there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much to like about Mirboo Northâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sluggish start. Wilsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third goal came early in the second quarter and was later matched when Klay Butler received a free-kick and booted his third major for Trafalgar. Holding a 26-point lead in the third term, the Bloods missed three reasonably easy shots at goal, allowing the Tigers to score two majors through

Liam Nash and Kris Berchtold. Positive signs were emerging for the Tigers with Wightman, Dom Pinneri, Nash and Hudson Kerr winning contested possessions through the midfield and thrusting the Sherrin forward. The Tigersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defence had also settled nicely with Tristan Salerno, skipper Damien Turner, Liam Smit and Daniel Taylor successfully blocking previous avenues to goal. Held goalless during the third term, Trafalgarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s running game had all but collapsed, yet it still held a 16-point lead at the last change. Filled with adrenaline, Mirboo North stormed home with a sensational six-goal final quarter blitz that tore the Bloodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; defence to shreds. In quick succession, majors came from Riley Oddy and Wilson, putting the away side in front first time Trafalgar replied immediately however through Jamie Hines to restore the Bloodsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lead. That was the end of the line for Trafalgarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scoring, but Mirboo North wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t finished. Rhys Krazat curled a beauty home off the pack from 40 metres and Nash cleverly grubbed another goal through from the left forward pocket. Wilson then booted his fifth major for the afternoon and the Tigers played possession footy until the final siren, winning 72-56. Mirboo North has the bye this week before it

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BUNYIP 13.17-95 DEF KILCUNDA-BASS 7.6-48

PHILLIP ISLAND 29.12-186 DEF WARRAGUL INDUSTRIALS 2.7-19 DALYSTON 7.5-47 DEF KORUMBURRA-BENA 3.7-25 INVERLOCH-KONGWAK 19.8-122 DEF CORA LYNN 12.7-79

WEST GIPPSLAND FOOTBALL LEAGUE

NAR NAR GOON 11.13-79 DEF GARFIELD 7.8-50 TOORADIN-DALMORE 21.10-136 DEF KOO WEE RUP 14.9-93

WONTHAGGI 5672 0800 FOUNTAIN GATE 8796 6777 WARRAGUL 5623 9000 MOE 5127 9500

MORWELL 5120 0200 TRALAGON 5175 6700 SALE 5149 5100

• Inverloch-Kongwak v Cora Lynn

Sea Eagles’ comeback stuns Cobras Continued from back page. “Ultimately their midfield just blitzed us in the first 10 minutes,” coach McQualter said. “We weren’t too panicked at quarter-time though because it’s easier going downhill at Inverloch.” This turned out to be the case as I-K turned on the gas in the second term and got the ball to their key forwards with ease. Big forward Sam Gibbins, who had five for the day, benefited from this and helped his side get back in it. By half-time the Sea Eagles found themselves leading 52-46 in a remarkable turnaround, keeping the Cobras to just one goal for the term. “We controlled a lot of the play after the first quarter and did some better work on the inside,” coach McQualter said. Cora Lynn got themselves back in it in the third however, kicking efficiently at the scoring end to go into the final break just five points down. With the game in the balance, the I-K midfielders and Gibbins stood tall to get the home side a

strong advantage. The Cobras failed to keep up as the Sea Eagles ran rampant and hit the scoreboard frequently, impressively winning out by 43 points. “We knew kicking downhill was an advantage in the last and we executed,” coach McQualter said. “We were physical and had the size matchups to give us the win.” The Sea Eagles will face a struggling Kilcunda-Bass side this week in an attempt to hold onto fourth spot on the ladder. Seniors: Inverloch-Kongwak 19.8.122 d Cora Lynn 12.7.79. Reserves: Inverloch-Kongwak 17.4.106 d Cora Lynn 1.9.15. Thirds: Inverloch-Kongwak 7.5.47 d Cora Lynn 5.6.36. Fourths: Inverloch-Kongwak 12.4.76 d Cora Lynn 3.0.18.

IN CONGESTION: Corey Casey clears the ball under pressure from the Cobras.

• Dalyston v Korumburra-Bena

Magpies fly past Giants for second win PRIDE was on the line when Dalyston hard-fought victory. In the end, it was a 22-point win to the home and Korumburra-Bena faced off at Dalyston on Saturday with neither team in side.The Magpies will take on Garfield away from finals contention. home this week, while the Giants face another big

WITHIN REACH: Korumburra-Bena’s Nick Besley stretches for a mark during the game against Dalyston. The Giants stayed in touch with the Magpies all day but could not get over the line.

What played out was an entertaining, competi- test against sixth spot Nar Nar Goon. tive affair but with both teams having the same problem, being unable to take good opportunities in front of goal after good work downfield. In the end, they had 10 goals between them, Dalyston kicking seven thanks to a late flurry of three in the last term. It was very much game-on at the start of the last quarter with only eight points separating the sides and the match being played at a frenetic pace as both sides sought to get some scoring momentum. Rob Davey of Dalyston missed a shot on the run and both Clay Tait and Jackson Brooker had chances in the first few minutes of the quarter before Manny Jakwot closed the difference to just four points after some good work by Tyler Newton and Jamie Cann. With Brad Fisher off the ground with a hamstring injury, Jakwot was on the ball and an extra attacking player allowed the Giants to put themselves in a position to succeed. But the man rated as Dalyston’s best on the day, Ryan Silver, negated the impact of an extra player up front, by rebounding the ball out of the Giants’ scoring zone three times. Dalyston banged on three goals from the 11 minute mark to the 16th minute mark, led by Blake The Giants’ Ben Fitzpatrick gets into the Carew, and the home side went on to achieve a clear early in Saturday’s game.

• Kilcunda-Bass v Bunyip

Panthers remain on bottom BUNYIP ensured Kilcunda-Bass will stay bottom of the league for the next week when they defeated them at home over the weekend. The Dogs overcame a poor first two quarters to storm home and take out a convincing 95-48 win. The away side were travelling well in the first two terms, surprisingly keeping Bunyip to a low score and booting majors through strong play in the middle and good execution up front. They were also fortunate that Bunyip failed to hit the target on multiple occasions and took a score of 1.8 into half-time. Killy-Bass’ 14-point half-time lead did not last long however, with the home side coming out firing. The Bulldogs played high pressure around the

ground, not allowing the Panthers any space and only letting the away side kick one goal for the term. Their fast and efficient ball-use was also on display, with players like Kelf and Allen accumulating a lot of the footy and taking complete control of the game. The momentum saw the home side boot five goals seven behinds in a dominant quarter, giving them a 51-35 lead at the final break. The Panthers had it all to do in the final term but despite their best efforts they could not stop the bleeding. Bunyip, who had nine goal-kickers by the end of the game, continued to share the ball with precision and efficiency. This saw them take advantage of a vulnerable Panthers defence and kick seven more goals in the

quarter, adding to their lead. Kilcunda-Bass managed a couple consolation goals but were ultimately outclassed in an impressive 61-point turnaround by a strong Bunyip side. The Bulldogs came away 47-point winners, staying in touch with fourth spot InverlochKongwak. They will be hoping to leapfrog the Sea Eagles this week when they take on Koo Wee Rup away from home. This will depend on the Panthers though, as they host the Sea Eagles at home in another big test to rise from the bottom of the ladder. Seniors: Bunyip 13.17.95 d Kilcunda-Bass 7.6.48. Reserves: Bunyip 12.10.82 d Kilcunda-Bass 0.1.1.

Seniors: Dalyston 7.5.47 d Korumburra-Bena 3.7.25. Reserves: Korumburra-Bena 11.13.79 d Dalyston 4.7.31. Thirds: Korumburra-Bena 15.14.104 d Dalyston 2.1.13. Fourths: Korumburra-Bena 10.20.80 d Dalyston 0.1.1.

West Gippsland Football Ladders ROUND 16 SENIORS

THIRDS

LADDER W L D

LADDER %

Pts

Phillip Is.... 14 0 1 288 58 Cora Lynn .. 13 2 1 172 54 Toor/Dalm .. 12 3 1 151 50 Inv-K’wak... 10 6 0 155 40 Bunyip ....... 9 6 0 114 36 Nar Nar G ....... 9 7 0 110 36 KooWeeRup ... 8 7 0 108 36 Garfield ......... 6 9 1 82 26 Kor-Bena .......4 12 0 57 16 Warr Indus ....2 13 0 51 8 Dalyston ........2 13 0 46 8 Kil-Bass.........2 13 0 40 8 GOALKICKERS N. Gardiner (Cora L)......(4) 68 A. Dean (Toor-Dal) ........(3) 54 J. Wells (KooW) ............(2) 54 C. Pedersen (Ph Is) .......(3) 45 J. Suarez (Toor-Dal) ......(5) 39 T. Mahoney (Inv-K) .......(3) 38 N. Langley (Cora L) .......(1) 36 S. Gibbins (Inv-K) .........(5) 36 D. Sheen (KooW) ..........(3) 35

RESERVES %

Toor/Dalm .. 13 3 0 306 Phillip Is.... 13 3 0 203 Bunyip ...... 12 4 0 203 KooWeeRup. 11 4 0 153 Inv-K’wak.... 9 7 0 121 Garfield ......... 9 7 0 98 Nar Nar G ....... 8 8 0 116 Cora Lynn...... 7 9 0 132 Warr Indus ....4 12 0 45 Dalyston ........4 11 0 43 Kor-Bena .......3 13 0 43 Kil-Bass.........2 14 0 33 GOALKICKERS

0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0

Pts

290 100 175 73 205 71 170 71 181 64 171 63 87 40 85 36 61 26 39 6 7 0

GOALKICKERS J. Verhagen (Cora L) .....(3) 41 D. Mooney (Bunyip) ......(0) 31 L. Kinder (Warr) ............(0) 31 D. Taylor (Nar G) ...........(1) 31 J. Garnham (Inv-K) .......(2) 30 J. Trezise (Toor-Dal) ......(1) 26 M. Sellars (Ph Is) ..........(0) 22 N. Anderson (Ph Is) ......(0) 22 J. Sheeran (Toor-Dal) ....(1) 22 H. Brain (Nar G) ..........(11) 19

FOURTHS

LADDER W L D

W L D

Phillip Is... 14 0 Inv-K’wak.. 11 4 Bunyip ..... 10 4 Toor/Dal ... 10 4 Cora Lynn ...9 5 Nar Nar G ...... 9 5 Koo Wee Rup.. 6 9 Warr Indus ... 5 9 Kor-Bena ......4 11 Garfield ........1 14 Dalyston .......0 14

Pts

52 52 48 48 36 36 32 28 16 16 12 8

O. Fitzpatrick (Inv-K) .....(8) 48 D. Hull (Toor-Dal) ..........(1) 37 D. Young (Bunyip).........(4) 33 A. Splatt (Toor-Dal) .......(1) 29 D. Larkin (Ph Is)............(6) 29 K. Taylor (Ph Is) ............(4) 28 J. Wilson (Cora L) .........(0) 21 M. Cameron (KooW) .....(1) 20

LADDER W L D

Nar Nar G... 11 3 Phillip Is... 11 3 Garfield .... 10 4 Inv-K’wak.. 10 5 Kor-Bena ....8 5 KooWeeRup .. 7 7 Bunyip..........3 11 Cora Lynn.....2 11 Dalyston .......0 13

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

290 270 190 182 159 127 64 24 10

Pts

78 78 71 66 61 50 21 15 0

GOALKICKERS C. Pursell (Nar G) ..........(2) 40 J. Garnham (Inv-K) .......(6) 29 I. Braaksma (Garf) ........(0) 24 D. Parker (KooW) ..........(0) 22 J. Cuman (Kor-Bena) ....(4) 22 M. Walton (Ph Is)..........(2) 22 E. Hatley-Smith (Bun) ...(1) 22 F. Parker (Nar Nar G) .....(0) 20 K. Walker (Kor-Bena) ....(2) 18 O. Kane-Gillard (Ph Is) ..(1) 15

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• MDU v Toora

MDU share sugar in team win IT had been eight years since MDU half-back flanker Brenton Arnup booted a major in a game of footy, but this all changed on Saturday.

SPECKY: Stony Creek’s Aidan Paton rises to take a big mark in the game against Tarwin. Photo: Gerard Bruning @ fourcorners framing.

• Tarwin v Stony Creek

Maroons’ Atkins key to win DARCY Atkins has been Stony Creek’s best player through the 2019 season and yet again showed why in his team’s win over Tarwin on Saturday. Atkins led the away side to an 89-57 victory with his impressive work across the ground. “Darcy would have had about 50 touches. We just wanted to get him the ball and bang it down long,” coach Scott Anderson said. “They tried to tag him but he just got on top and put on a bit of a show in the second half.” The Maroons blew the game open in the second term after leading 26-15 at the first break. The play of Atkins through the middle and Byrnes up front was overwhelming for the Sharks and saw the away side take a 30-point lead into the main break. “I was also happy with the widespread contribution up front,” coach Anderson said. This widespread contribution on the scoreboard continued in the second half. Tarwin’s attacking players were also on top, making great leads and finishing with goals. The Maroons’ ability to run with the ball through the middle and wings, and then execute in front of goal was a big reason behind their win. “I think our running game is as good as any,” coach Anderson said. If Stony Creek wins against Toora this week, they will face Foster in the first week of finals. Seniors: Stony Creek 14.5.89 d Tarwin 8.9.57. Reserves: Stony Creek 4.11.35 d Tarwin 5.4.34.

ALBERTON FOOTBALL LEAGUE SENIORS LADDER W L D

Foster .... 13 1 Stony Ck ...9 5 Fish Ck.....8 6 Toora .......5 9 MDU.......... 4 10 Tarwin ....... 3 11

0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

231.45 105.73 129.93 77.44 72.77 61.64

52 36 32 20 16 12

GOALKICKERS T. McGowan (Foster) .... (1) 59 J. Shaw (Fish Ck) ......... (2) 39 M. Baxter (Toora) ......... (3) 32 S. Hawkins (MDU) ....... (2) 31 J. Nolan (Stony) ........... (1) 21 N Dickinson (Tarwin) ... (0) 20 M. Clark (Foster) .......... (1) 20 D. Granger (Foster) ...... (0) 19

RESERVES LADDER W L D

Foster .... 12 2 Stony Ck.. 11 3 Fish Ck.....7 7 Tarwin .... 4 10 MDU.......... 4 10 Toora ......... 4 10

0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts

241.30 182.44 82.91 79.38 68.37 46.27

48 44 28 16 16 16

GOALKICKERS B. Nolan (Stony) .......... (2) 63 M. Green (Foster) ......... (3) 41 J. Bright (Foster) .......... (3) 30 N. Mathieson (MDU) .... (0) 19 A. Bright (Fish Ck)........ (1) 19 A. Wilson (Fish Ck) ...... (0) 17 C. Cary (Stony) ............ (1) 14 P. McRae (Tarwin) ........ (0) 14 J. Staley (Fish Ck) ........ (0) 13 J. Bassett (Toora) ......... (0) 12

THIRDS LADDER W L D

MDU...... 11 Stony Ck ...6 Foster ......5 Fish Ck .......3 Toora ..........1

0 5 5 7 9

0 0 1 1 0

Pts

679.75 67.01 158.69 51.26 35.02

44 24 22 14 4

GOALKICKERS S. Pearce (MDU) .......... (4) 38 Z. Duursma (Foster) ..... (2) 29 K. Dorling (Fish Ck) ...... (1) 23 S. Bright (MDU) ........... (2) 19 B. Cantwell (MDU) ....... (1) 14 J. Bright (Stony) .......... (0) 14 A. Rhodes (Toora) ........ (0) 12 L. Elliott (Stony) ........... (0) 11 L. Cocksedge (Fish C) .. (0) 11 B. Martin (MDU) .......... (1) 10 A. Dyke (Stony Ck) ....... (0) 10

The Demons defender snuck into the forward line in the second term and snagged his first goal in nearly a decade on the way to his team’s 96-49 win at Toora. The defender’s goal highlighted how the away side went about their game, sharing the ball around and having 10 separate players kick goals. Coach Steve Wright sung the praises of his team’s unselfishness. “We’re trying to be more versatile and rotate people through our forward line, so it was great to see the team succeed like that,” he said. “Brent hasn’t kicked a goal for about eight years and those sorts of things enhance the enthusiasm and motivation in the players.” The away side started the game in this fashion, sharing the load for their four first term goals and heading into the first break a point up. It was in the second quarter that the Demons broke the game open though, with captain Tom Corry dominating the play and Arnup’s goal motivating the team to a 19-point half-time lead. “We were very well led by Tom Corry, even though it was a team effort,” coach Wright said. “He’s an outstanding player and an outstanding leader.” The third quarter was much of the same, with the Magpies struggling to resist the pressure applied by the Demons. The home side only managed to boot one goal in the term while MDU combined well up the ground to kick three and extend their lead to 7342 at the final break. “We’re starting to gel together and our newer

RELENTLESS: MDU’s Dean Thorson wins the ball out of the pack. The Demons’ contest work and team play was key to their big win. players are now understanding each other,” coach Wright said. “We linked up quite well. Our backline did a fantastic job and we really ran up and down the ground.” The Demons were again too good in the last quarter, and their 47-point win gives them confidence to win two in a row against Fish Creek this weekend, a task coach Wright knows will be

tough. “We’re still after that consistency of winning two in a row and we haven’t beaten Fish Creek for seven or eight years so it’s a challenge,” he said. A win would see the club end an inconsistent season on the right note. Seniors: MDU 14.12.96 d Toora 7.7.49. Reserves: MDU 10.5.65 d Toora 4.6.30. Thirds: MDU 13.15.93 d Toora 1.3.9.

• Fish Creek v Foster

Foster consolidate flag favouritism FISH Creek were at home against Foster on Saturday and after another tense struggle between the two sides it was the Tigers that prevailed, solidifying their tag as the flag favourites. It was an even start to the match with the intensity high. The Roos got the opening goal through Shaw after he took a nice contested mark at the seven minute mark. Van Dyke was exciting on the wing and Pace looked dangerous early, while for Fish Creek Pulham was putting his body on the line with some great defensive work. Foster got the only other goal of the quarter when McGowan got on the end of his only goal for the day, with Fish Creek’s Lachie Gay doing a great job on the league’s leading goal scorer. At quarter-time it was the Tigers by seven points. The away side got off to a flyer in the second term with Clark kicking a goal in the opening minute. Fish Creek answered with a great dribble goal from Shaw and when the Roos goaled again after a big mark in to Adlington the home team had the lead back. Foster bounced back though and, after booting consecutive goals, went into the main break up by eight points. The second half didn’t disappoint and was a great contest. The Kangaroos got the opener but once again inaccurate kicking from the home side’s forwards stopped them from taking the lead. The Tigers withstood the onslaught again and took a 13-point lead into the final break with two late goals. Neither side was able to break the shackles early in the final term. With persistence, the Roos got the opener through Smith, cutting the margin back to eight points. The home side was pressing but the Tigers seemed to have all the answers, replying quickly. When the final siren sounded Foster had done what they needed to do to hang onto a 52-38 win. Fish Creek will face an inspired MDU team this week as they aim for a top two finish. Foster will travel to Tarwin in the lead up to what should be a strong finals campaign. Seniors: Foster 7.10.52 d Fish Creek 5.8.38. Reserves: Foster 11.9.75 d Fish Creek 5.5.35. Thirds: Foster 3.4.22 d Fish Creek 2.0.12.

Fish Creek stalwart Travis Manne takes a big mark for his side. He was a standout against the ladder leaders on Saturday.

GRIT AND GRIND: Jordan Shaw fights to come clear with the ball for the Kangaroos. It was a gritty performance from the home side but they could not come away with the chocolates.

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• Leongatha v Morwell

Parrots recover for big win A STRONG fourth quarter effort saw Leongatha overcome a persistent Morwell side on the weekend, despite dropping a half-time lead. The Parrots led by 22 at the main break but trailed by a point at three-quarter time before they overran their opponents to win 90-58. Coach Paul Carbis was satisfied with his team’s resilience and ability to get an important win. “We made some positional moves at threequarter time and I challenged the group to get back to how we started and to lift in all areas,” he said. “It was pleasing that the boys answered the challenge and finished in that way.” Leongatha’s performance, despite the third quarter drop-off, saw many positives. The play of Nagel and Maskell was promising, the two slotting home seven goals between them for the game. Cameron Stone was also valuable in the middle and on the wing, helping with the team’s run and entry into the forward 50. “They probably matched us in the contest and in the clearances,” coach Carbis said. “We were able to run with the ball though and we moved it really well when we got it back in transition.” This trend continued in the final term, with the

Parrots’ mids getting on top and their forwards reaping the rewards. The defensive pressure was also much-improved for the home side, allowing the Tigers only one goal for the entire quarter. While their show of resilience and composure was impressive, the Parrots scored a wasteful 5.10 in the final term, and could have won by a much larger margin if they were more accurate. “Goal kicking is something we spend a fair bit of time on at training, so we’re constantly trying to improve there,” coach Carbis said. “We probably should have kicked a lot better; a lot of our misses in the final term were from setshots.” Leongatha will be hoping to continue their form this week when they take on fifth spot Drouin, with coach Carbis reiterating a four-quarter effort is integral away from home. “The challenge for us and the boys is to get an effort for a whole game,” he said. “We’ve shown that when we play our way we’re really hard to beat.” If the team can grab a win they will create more space between themselves and Drouin and stay in touch with the top three as finals approach. Seniors: Leongatha 12.18.90 d Morwell 9.4.58. Reserves: Leongatha 14.13.97 d Morwell 4.2.26. Thirds: Leongatha 17.7.109 d Morwell 3.4.22. Fourths: Leongatha 8.9.57 d Morwell 3.7.25.

IN SYNC: Cameron Stone links up with teammate Josh Hopkins. The Parrots played great team footy throughout their game against Morwell, leading to a good win. Photos by Mark Drury. ROUND 14 SENIORS LADDER W L D

Pts

Maffra.......12 3 0 165.18 48 Sale .........11 3 0 143.52 44 Moe .........10 3 0 140.66 40 Leongatha ... 9 5 0 126.59 36 Drouin ....... 7 7 0 83.13 28 Bairnsdale ..... 5 8 0 87.76 20 Traralgon .......4 10 0 92.33 16 Morwell .........4 10 0 80.47 16 Wonthaggi.....4 11 0 65.25 16 Warragul .......4 10 0 63.74 16 GOALKICKERS B. Dessent (Sale) ..........(5) 53 D. Bedggood (Maffra) ...(0) 29 C. Dunne (Leon)............(0) 28 A. Petrou (Maffra) .........(2) 26 B. Hughes (Warr) ..........(1) 25 B. McCarrey (Bairns).....(0) 25 M. Bennett (Maffra).......(0) 24 J. Freeman (Sale) ..........(0) 23 D. Loprese (Trar)...........(1) 22 A. Dugan (Moe).............(1) 22

Rhett Kelly clears the ball for the Parrots. Their contest work was solid against a motivated Tigers outfit, while (right) Leongatha’s Ben Willis battles against Morwell ruckman Isaac Abas.

RESERVES LADDER W L D

• Wonthaggi v Traralgon

Wonthaggi overpower Traralgon SITTING second-bottom on the ladder, the Power went into Saturday’s game aiming for an upset against a Traralgon side vying for a finals spot and came away triumphant. The home side played strong defence and were efficient enough up front to give themselves an impressive 71-44 win on Saturday and stay clear of bottom spot. The Power started the game well in the contest, applying strong pressure to their opponents and winning the ball well. They were not able to use the footy as well as they would have hoped though, and while they led Traralgon 13-12 at the first break, they would have been relieved their opponents kicked an inaccurate 1.6 for the term. It was a different story in the second quarter though, which saw Wonthaggi take complete control. Thomas Davey was dominant on the ball for the home side, and Nathan Jones made his presence felt on the scoreboard. The Power piled on four majors and only allowed Traralgon two to go in at the main break up 16 points. The Maroons were competitive in the third, turning up their pressure on the ball and creating good chances. Hector and Johnson were dominant for the away side and began to pull their team back in it before a big goal from Jones created some space and saw Wonthaggi go into the final break with a 50-36 lead. Despite positive play and some scoreboard pressure from the away side, the Power strength-

Maffra...... 15 0 0 330.14 Traralgon .. 12 2 0 260.97 Leongatha . 10 4 0 150.96 Bairnsdale...9 4 1 161.45 Moe ..........8 5 1 183.98 Warragul ...... 6 8 0 99.73 Wonthaggi....4 11 0 78.71 Morwell ........3 11 0 39.07 Drouin ..........2 12 0 32.98 Sale ..............1 13 0 21.16 GOALKICKERS

Pts

60 48 40 38 34 24 16 12 8 4

J. Reeves (Maffra).........(2) 35 J. Egan (Maffra) ............(0) 29 L. Wright (Leon) ...........(4) 28 M. Dignan (Maffra) .......(0) 25 J. Galea (Moe)...............(2) 24 L. Durkin (Moe).............(0) 22 J. Van Iwaarden (Trar)...(0) 22 R. Thatcher (Maffra) .....(4) 18 J. Somers (Warr) ..........(0) 16 N. Trotto (Leon) ............(4) 16

THIRDS LADDER W L D

Traralgon ... 11 1 Warragul ...10 2 Maffra.......10 4 Bairnsdale .. 7 5 Sale .......... 5 7 Leongatha ..... 5 8 Moe............... 4 8 Morwell ......... 4 9 Wonthaggi.....1 13

POWERFUL PRESENCE: Jordan Staley was huge for the Power in the ruck and up front. He tapped well to teammates and booted two goals in the win. ened their lead in the final quarter. The home team was too strong in the middle of the park and consistently locked it in their attacking 50, giving players like Jones and Staley more opportunities to add to the lead. When the final siren sounded Wonthaggi emerged 71-44 winners, giving their fans something to cheer about after struggling throughout the season. The Power will take their momentum to Bairnsdale away next week in a tough test.

If they can win there they should create some breathing between themselves and the bottom of the ladder. Seniors: Wonthaggi 10.11.71 d Traralgon 5.14.44. Reserves: Traralgon 15.6.96 d Wonthaggi 8.12.60. Thirds: Traralgon 17.11.113 d Wonthaggi 2.3.15. Fourths: Traralgon 18.17.125 d Wonthaggi 2.1.13.

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Pts

210.57 174.54 122.92 133.45 107.50 97.76 80.59 63.15 35.63

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FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 15: August 3 MDU v Fish Creek Stony Creek v Toora Tarwin v Foster

MID GIPPSLAND Round 17: August 3 Yall-Yall Nth v Trafalgar Newborough v Morwell East Yinnar v Boolarra Hill End v Thorpdale Mirboo North - Bye

GOALKICKERS L. Noble (Trar)...............(4) 38 T. Thatcher (Maffra) ......(2) 36 L. Bambridge (Warr) .....(0) 25 B. Vickery (Bairns) ........(0) 24 W. Anderson (Moe) .......(3) 21 L. Wilson (Warr) ...........(2) 21 Z. Bezzina (Morw) .........(2) 20 L. Giliam (Warr) ............(2) 20 M. Gravener (Maffra) ....(1) 19 H. Kellow (Bairns) .........(0) 18 H. Kellow (Bairns) .........(0) 18

FOURTHS LADDER W L D

Traralgon .. 12 2 0 378.89 Warragul .. 12 2 0 179.34 Sale ........ 11 3 0 159.89 Moe ........ 10 3 1 208.37 Leongatha ...7 7 0 80.76 Bairnsdale .... 5 8 1 101.77 Drouin .......... 5 9 0 75.00 Maffra ..........4 11 0 45.09 Morwell ........3 11 0 62.62 Wonthaggi....1 14 0 33.07 GOALKICKERS

Pts

48 48 44 42 28 22 20 16 12 4

K. Ruyters (Trar) ...........(4) 28 K. Hermansen (Drouin) ..(3) 28 N. Wheildon (Moe) ........(3) 27 T. Hamilton (Trar) ..........(2) 24 M. Nico (Sale) ...............(2) 22 V. Caia (Warr)................(2) 22 F. Materia (Leon) ...........(4) 19 B. Cornelis (Won)..........(0) 18 J. Cunico (Trar) .............(0) 16 H. Wilmot (Bairns) ........(0) 16

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Sale 20.12.132 d Drouin 5.5.35 Maffra 15.16.106 d Warragul 8.9.57 RESERVES Moe 8.5.53 d Bairnsdale 8.5.53 Drouin 11.7.73 d Sale 2.7.19 Maffra 11.6.72 d Warragul 6.7.43 THIRDS Moe 10.6.66 d Bairnsdale 6.9.45 Warragul 11.10.76 d Maffra 8.4.52 FOURTHS Moe 9.11.65 d Bairnsdale 6.1.37 Warragul 14.12.96 d Maffra 6.3.39 Sale 12.8.80 d Drouin 7.6.48

GIPPSLAND Round 15: August 3 Sale v Moe Traralgon v Bairnsdale Morwell v Warragul Leongatha v Drouin Wonthaggi & Maffra - Bye

WEST GIPPSLAND Round 17: August 3 Cora Lynn v Warragul Indus Garfield v Dalyston Kilcunda Bass v Inv K’wak Koo Wee Rup v Bunyip Korum Bena v Nar Nar Goon Tooradin-Dalm v Phillip Is

ELLINBANK Round 16: August 3 Lang Lang v Poowong

thestar.com.au | Tuesday, July 30, 2019

DOGS DOMINATE 167-POINT WIN PAGE 40

Sea Eagles stun Cobras

DOWN 27 points at quarter-time, it took a dramatic turnaround in the second term for Inverloch-Kongwak to come from behind and defeat second placed Cora Lynn on Saturday at Inverloch.

The home side put together a strong team performance in the last three quarters to achieve a 122-79 upset and keep themselves in the top four at the pointy end of the season. Coach Tom McQualter was thrilled with his team’s win against a tough opponent. “We’ve felt like we’re good enough against the good teams, but we just hadn’t beaten one,” he said. “We’re really pleased with the win and we now have that confidence that we can beat the top teams.” The away side started the game with all the momentum, dominating the Sea Eagles in the middle of the park and using the ball to great effect. Gardiner got on the board with multiples in the first term for the Cobras and the side went into the first break up 39-12. MORE PAGE 41.

FLYING HIGH: Inverloch-Kongwak’s Clinton McCaughan takes to the skies for a big grab against the Cobras. His team is flying with finals approaching.

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