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Local hospitals on high alert Matt Dunn EALTHCARE staff have been assaulted and abused on the job, forcing to them to take stress leave – but they’re refusing to cop it anymore.

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Wonthaggi Hospital staff reported 164 incidents of occupation violence and aggression in the financial years 2016-17 and 2017-18. Figures have not been tallied up for 2018-19, but are believed to have climbed reporteven higher, with awareness and report ing of events increasing. “There’s

been assaults, with staff being hit, punched and kicked – and staff take stress leave because of what they’ve suffered,� health safety emergency manager Greg Tingate said. “A lot of violence and aggression has been under-reported. There’s been a public campaign to say, if you come into our healthcare services, you should be respectful of the people who are working in them. “People have been mindful of what they should do when they come into our spaces, but there’s still more to do. “We’re going to have people come in they’re and they re going to swear at us, they’re they re going to throw something at us, they’re going to abuse us.� A security guard has

been added to the overnight roster, a time when workers are more vulnerable. Nurse unit manager Jane Ori said it wasn’t just the physical threat but the “psychological effect� that comes in the wake of an attack. “Especially when you’re dealing with it day after day after day,� Mr Tingate said. “It’s a constant in your work life and it builds up if you don’t let people know what’s going on for you.� That’s not to say things are getting worse at the hospital or that Wonthaggi is an abuse hot spot. Rather, healthcare workers, including those at Wonthaggi, are taking a stance against the abuse. Continued on page 5.

STRIKING SCENE: A still from a 2015 anti-ice campaign. Wonthaggi Hospital recorded 164 incidents of occupation violence and aggression in the financial years 2016-17 and 2017-18.

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Explore and admire Indigenous art St Kilda Film Festival comes to Fish Creek WHERE: Fish Creek Memorial Hall, 13 Falls Road, Fish Creek. WHEN: Friday, July 12, 7.30pm. WHAT: The St Kilda Film Festival Victorian Tour takes place annually in June and August, following the main event in May. The tour ensures film buffs around the state have the opportunity to view the year’s exceptional short film entries from the nation’s leading filmmaking talent. Again this year, the festival turns the spotlight on a wide range of fascinating works that may not otherwise see the light of day. Why not sit back in the warmth this week and indulge in a variety of unique films, all while supporting our local film industry. Head to http://bit.ly/st-kilda-film-festival to secure your seat at $15 per person.

WHERE: Stockyard Gallery, 12 McDonald Street, Foster and Inverloch Community House, 16 A’Beckett Street, Inverloch. WHEN: Now until Sunday, July 28, 10am to 4pm daily. WHAT: Beat the cold this weekend and head into your closest gallery – Inverloch or Foster – to admire vibrant Indigenous art. Bass Coast South Gippsland Reconciliation Group presents its annual NAIDOC Week Indig-

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Celebrate our first people with this film festival WHERE: Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre Cinema, 96 Graham Street, Wonthaggi. WHEN: Between Friday, July 12, 7pm and Saturday, July 13, 3.30pm. WHAT: In celebration of NAIDOC Week, a variety of first peoples films will hit the screen this weekend during First Peoples Film Festival. Gurrumul will screen Friday, July 12 at 7pm, The story of blind Indigenous artist Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, one of Australia’s most and another three films will screen on Saturday, important and acclaimed voices, will screen this Friday in Wonthaggi. July 13: Sweet County at 10am, Another Country at 1.15pm and Bran Nue Day at 3.30pm. Help celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples this week by attending this event. Tickets are $10 for a single session or $30 to see all four films. To book visit http://bit.ly/first-peoples-filmfestival

Ride the Great Southern Rail Trail WHERE: Trail starts at Horticultural Park, Young Street, Leongatha. WHEN: Anytime this week/weekend. WHAT: Rug up for an adventure by foot or bicycle along the picturesque Great Southern Rail Trail this weekend. Take in breathtaking views of the Strzelecki Ranges as you depart Leongatha on the 72 kilometre stretch to Welshpool. Accessible to all, this trail meanders past or through towns including Koonwarra, Meeniyan, Fish Creek, Stony Creek, Foster, Toora and Welshpool. The benefits of exercise and spending time outdoors for physical and mental health have long been known, so don’t let winter drive you inside With 72 kilometres of scenic countryside to explore, walking or riding The Great Southern Rail Trail is a great activity to burn off energy and stave off winter blues this weekend. and drive you crazy!

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Brad Lester THE staff of South Gippsland Shire Council now are free from the shackles of dysfunctional councillors and want to get on with what they love to do: serving the people of the region.

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That’s the word from the council’s acting CEO, Bryan Sword, who is working to restore morale amongst his staff in the wake of the dismissal of council by the Victorian Parliament, and at the same time, declare the region open for business. While councillors fought amongst themselves, they also damaged council’s reputation, resulting in staff being abused by members of the public unable to distinguish between councillors and staff. While Mr Sword is unaware of staff resigning due to the fractious council, the dysfunction impacted staff’s wellbeing. He said the staff had shown “amazing resilience” over 18 months of scrutiny by the municipal monitor and then the Commission of Inquiry. “Part of my role at the moment is to provide stability within the organisation,” he said. “It’s been a challenging time for all involved: the council, the staff and the community.” EYE ON FUTURE: Bryan Sword, the acting CEO of South Gippsland Shire Council, He said the fine work of staff was recognised by the findings of the municipal monitor and wants to put council’s tumultuous period behind him. Commission of Inquiry’s reports. Staff were concerned by the departure of for- upgrading Bair Street and the Leongatha rail KNOW THE FACTS mer CEO Tim Tamlin and how he left after coun- yards, extending the Great Southern Rail Trail cillors voted not to reinstate him as CEO, nor ac- from Leongatha to Korumburra, developing the Who is our acting CEO? cept his application for the role when they called Korumburra Community Hub and Korumburra streetscape, Mirboo North for candidates. • Name: Bryan Sword. pool redevelopment and “Tim’s legacy is that • Born: Melbourne. extending the Leongatha he built and supported • Age: 41. Heavy Vehicle Alternate the organisation over a 10 • Family: wife Leanne, daughter Route via Hughes Street. year period and the final It’s been a challenging Vivienne (nearly one), expecting Mr Sword said council chapter of that is how the monitor’s report and the time for all involved: the would seek government another child in September. funding for the KorumInterests: a golfer at Leongatha inquiry showed that he did council, the staff and the burra hub once detailed •Golf a good job,” he said. Club. Plays off a handicap of designs were completed Mr Sword will remain 10. Formerly a cricketer at Inverloch community” and also for the Leongatha acting CEO for no more and Wonthaggi Workmens clubs. - acting CEO Bryan Sword rail yards redevelopment than 12 months under the Was known for his bowling prowess. once VicTrack finalises a Local Government Act, • Work history: has been at South while a yet to be appointed panel of three admin- lease for the site with council. Gippsland Shire Council for eight That is expected within weeks. istrators searches for a new CEO. years. Previously worked in Western “I’m keen to see this area prosper and be inMr Sword did not rule himself of contention. Australia and Melbourne. Administrator Julie Eisenbise has been ap- volved in opening opportunities to the wider area,” he said. pointed as interim administrator for 90 days and As for the future of Coal Creek Community is likely to be one of the three administrators. The acting CEO will work with the admin- Park and Museum at Korumburra, Mr Sword istrators to advance council’s priority projects: said council was developing a business plan for the park and would seek direction from the ognises the cultural history of the area,” he said. administrators. Council is recruiting for an acting director of “Coal Creek is a community asset like pools, development services – the role previously held like halls. It’s used by the community but also rec- by Mr Sword.

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Timeframes have not been determined as yet. “Council is committed to exploring a shared services entity that may identify potential savings to our operations and to the community,” the statement said. The funding was announced by Victorian Local Government Minister Adem Somyurek last week, as part of the $20 million Rural Councils Transformation Program. “This project will bring efficiencies to shared services and the opportunity to redirect savings to increase a range of on-the-ground services within the councils themselves,” Bass MP Jordan Crugnale said.

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Workers under threat Continued from front page. To this end, the hospital has increased its reporting of such incidents by about 60 per cent during the past two years or more, part of a state-wide push to address the abuse of healthcare workers. Research prior to the initial WorkSafe ‘It’s Never Okay’ campaign in 2017 indicated that up to 95 percent of healthcare workers reported experiencing violence in their workplace, however estimates suggest that only 20 per cent of violent incidents are reported. “In other words, occupational violence and aggression had become a normalised part of the role for any healthcare worker,” Mr Tingate said. But the message to Wonthaggi Hospital staff is clear: being abused by the public is not part of your job description. Hospital staff are empathetic of the plight of hospital visitors. They know how stressful it can be when patients, friends and family are forced to wait for long periods. They also know stress triggers violence. Operations manager Kirsten Weinzierl said part of the staff’s training was teaching “them how to deal with different types of aggression”. Ms Weinzierl said despite reports in the media of drug and alcohol affected people abusing healthcare workers, delirium and dementia are also significant triggers for aggression. The hospital’s clinical director of emergency services Dan Crompton said “recognition of the escalation” was important. Staff are trained in recognising and defusing stressful situations. “Until there’s a community response and a community understanding on the impact it’s having on healthcare workers across the board, we can’t change their practices,” he said. “We can try and improve services in the hospital to deliver care that’s timely and appropriate. But there are times when we do get overwhelmed.” By comparison, the public hospitals at Korumburra and Leongatha have recorded relatively few incidents of occupation violence and aggression – 16 in total for 2018-19. The absence of an emergency department, not to mention fewer admissions, is seen as a big factor in the more modest tally.

Health victory for region

Wonthaggi Hospital takes up cancer fight CANCER patients can now receive some treatment at Wonthaggi Hospital, saving them exhausting trips to receive care in Melbourne. “Being able to deliver cancer treatments locally in Bass Coast is a vision I have had for such a long time,” haematologist Dr George Grigoriadis said. “I have seen so many patients and family members travel the burdensome journey to the Alfred and Monash where I work. “It is a great privilege to be part of the team that is working to provide this care locally.” Dr Grigoriadis recently delivered care to the first cancer patients being treated with a non-cytotoxic antineoplastic medication. “Not only am I able to have my treatment here,

but I am also able to have follow up appointments like blood tests and check-ups locally as well,” the first patient said. “This means I don’t have to travel three hours to sit and wait more hours in a busy Melbourne hospital before having to drive home again. “It’s tiring and sometimes I have been so sick, sitting in the car in peak hour traffic just desperate to be home. “At one stage, we had to travel to Melbourne every day for three weeks so I could receive treatment. That was just awful.” Another patient, Sandy Kelleway, said, “This has come at the perfect time for us. The nurses, doctors and pharmacists have all been amazing.” Nurse manager Pat McCabe is working with the cancer services team from the Alfred who

have partnered with Bass Coast Health to get the Wonthaggi service running. Planning is also well underway for a newly constructed chemotherapy area funded by the Federal Government which will be ready either late this year or early next year. “This will provide a good foundation for us to grow and expand cancer care in the future,” Bass Coast Health CEO Jan Child said.

LOCAL TREATMENT: Bass Coast Health staff welcoming the new cancer services are Anne Gleeson, George Grigoriadis, Janet Lovett, Joanne Roland, Abbey Willcox, patient Sandy Kelleway and Catherine Li, with Pat McCabe and Sandy’s husband Leon Kelleway.

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Library makes a noise Good news: overdue ue fees, fines waived to boost library use Matt Dunn

GOT HIM: Police swooped on a Toora property early last Thursday, arresting 27-year-old New Zealand national Alex Manuel.

Murder arrest in Toora POLICE swooped on a Toora property early on Thursday (July 4), arresting 27-year-old New Zealand national Alex Manuel. Homicide Squad detectives and Special Operations Group officers were involved in the dramatic arrest. The Frankston resident has been charged with one count of murder. He is accused of fatally stabbing 44-year-old Bonbeach man Ricky Thompson in the car park of the Chelsea Heights Hotel in the early hours of June 18. Mr Thompson was fatally wounded in the attack and passed away in hospital. Mr Manuel appeared at Melbourne Magistrates Court on Thursday (July 4) and was remanded to appear again in November. A male and a female, also at the Toora property, are assisting investigators with their enquiries.

Woman barred from Leongatha A WOMAN arrested in Leongatha on a string of charges has been barred from entering the town by the Latrobe Valley Magistrates’ Court. She will stay in Morwell as she awaits trial at a future date. The woman had a list of 27 offences to her name when she was apprehended after a brief chase.

Slip sliding A MOUNT Martha man and his female passenger have escaped serious injury after their car skidded off the Fish Creek-Foster Road at Fish Creek at about 11am on Sunday. Police say the 57 year old man will be charged with careless driving, as he was going too fast in the slippery conditions. He will be fined $387 and receive three demerit points.

Shed fire fight POLICE and the CFA are investigating the cause of a shed fire at Inverloch last week. The blaze destroyed the shed and its contents in Youll Grove on July 1 at 4.30pm. The shed was a man cave with a pool table. The owners were home at the time and called the CFA. No surrounding fences or property was damaged. Fire brigades from Inverloch, Pound Creek and Wonthaggi attended.

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WEST Gippsland Libraries Corporation is waiving overdue fees for its customers. Never again will a customer be stung a fee for late return rn of a borrowed item. In addition, library users’ existing fines have been wiped. ed. CEO Leanne Williams said those who need libraries the most – that is, those who can’t afford the cost of these materials and the cost of late feess – are often the ones who don’t come back, even if the book or DVD does. “Our libraries exist to serve all 113,000 residents in Bass ss Coast, Baw Baw and South Gippsland Shires, and it’s part of our mission to o be as accessible as possible,” she said. “Small fines for items returned late, simply because life fe got in the way, are a deterrent to people using libraries the way ay they should, not a solution. “Simply put – our focus is on encouraging patrons to enjoy joy the content they borrow from us, and to keep coming back ck and fostering a life-long approach to learning. “It’s all part of our plan to help build healthy communities by making our services more accessible.” West Gippsland Libraries Corporation manager Michael Hogan said fines had been regarded as a disincentive to patronage of libraries for some time. “For us, in public libraries, we’re all about getting people reading, watching and listening – particularly with helping people on the journey of helping them as readers and thinkers,” he said. “There have been constructive conversations about droppping fines for a while. For us this is an opportunity to have people come back to the library. “There’ll be people who have been discouraged from coming to the library. “We’ve cleared the slate. We hope this encourages people who’ve stayed away because of the possibility of an uncomfortable le conversation about overdue fees, to come back.”

WELCOME BACK: West Gippsland Libraries Corporation orporation manager Michael Hogan is hoping to see more patrons use libraryy services.

Case against ex-councillor adjourned At the time, the resident was involved in a proTHE case against former South Gippsland Shire councillor Andrew McEwen has ceeding against South Gippsland Shire Council in Supreme Court. been adjourned until 9.30am on Thurs- the Under section 76D(1) of the Local Governday, August 8. ment Act 1989, it is an offence for a person holdIt will be heard in the Korumburra Magistrates’ Court. The adjournment comes after a request from Mr McEwen’s lawyer in the court last week. Mr McEwen will face court in relation to the distribution of a council document to a resident. The Local Government Inspectorate charged Mr McEwen with one charge of misuse of position. The inspectorate will allege that, in January 2018, the then Cr McEwen provided a Tarwin Lower resident with information.

ing the position of councillor to misuse their position by making improper use of information to gain or attempt to gain, directly or indirectly, an advantage for another person. The maximum penalty for the offence, if proven, is 600 penalty units ($95,142 at the date of the offence) or imprisonment for five years or both. Anyone convicted of this offence is also disqualified from holding the office of councillor for eight years. Another former councillor, Jeremy Rich, will face the Latrobe Valley Magistrates’ Court this Thursday (July 11) in relation to charges of drug COURT DATE: Andrew McEwen, a former trafficking and possession, and firearm offences, South Gippsland Shire councillor, is in hot after a raid on his Walkerville property on Monwater over allegations he leaked information day, April 15.

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NEWS IN BRIEF New name mooted for street

GRAND PLANS: Fred Grace, Max Semken and Jeff Osborn want the former rail yards in Leongatha transformed into a stunning park.

A LEONGATHA street could receive a new name. South Gippsland Shire Council is proposing to rename part of Tilly Court between Louise Simon Court and Sadies Way. The section could be named Trotman Court in honour of the four generations of the Trotman family who have lived in the area since the 1890s. Harry Trotman Senior lived in Ogilvy Street and his son Harry Trotman Junior was killed while serving with the army in North Africa. Lawrie Trotman made a significant contribution to the Leongatha RSL, and John Trotman was a local sportsman and teacher at Leongatha High School. John’s son Russell was a vice principal at Leongatha Secondary College. Council will forward the proposed name to Geographic Names Victoria for approval. The street name will be changed to minimise disruption to the community as Tilly Court is now divided in two by temporary barriers.

Leongatha rail yards deal is closer THE long awaited transformation of Leongatha’s decrepit rail yards into a grand park is now closer than ever. The State Government agency VicTrack has revealed it hopes to finalise a lease agreement with South Gippsland Shire Council within weeks. Council has a plan to transform the ugly land on the edge of Leongatha’s central business district into a park with possibly more car parking, a performance space, a spectacular gateway to the Great Southern Rail Trail, and maybe a regional playground and traffic school. Council has confirmed works would start once government grants were received. “It has taken too long for VicTrack and South Gippsland Shire Council to get the railway yards opened,” Leongatha’s Max Semken said. Yet he welcomed the recent reopening of the public toilet at the V/Line bus stop after it was

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R A I L YA R D S closed for many months. He believed the rail yards could be transformed into a park the Leongatha and broader community was proud of. His wish list for the rail yards includes a footbridge to Bair Street, more carparking and the restoration of the railway station as a possible headquarters for the rail trail. Mr Semken also wants a bus shelter suitable for all weather, improved lighting and the railway station to be restored. “We could have a central entertainment precinct where concerts are held, and a nice park and 100

carparks for the Leongatha community,” he said. Jeff Osborn, also of Leongatha, said the rail yards should become a grassed park with parking for vehicles with caravans in tow, to encourage more people to stop and shop in town. VicTrack said the deal took longer to finalise than usual due to the number of lots involved. The lease agreement will not include the Leongatha railway station, which will remain under the control of VicTrack after the authorities found there was no proposed or viable community use for the building. The lease will also include part of the Korumburra railway station site but not the station building itself. That will be the subject of a second lease agreement. Council’s architect is now finalising the masterplan and concept designs the community hub proposed for the Korumburra railway station site. The hub will include a new library, Milpara Community House, senior citizens, historical society and an art gallery.

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RELIEF AT LAST: Vicki Osborn cut a ribbon to open the public toilet at Leongatha’s V/Line bus stop, joined by Fred Grace, Jeff Osborn and Max Semken.

Toilet ‘officially’ opened THEY crossed their legs for more than left to defecate in the abandoned railway station. “It’s about time that it was opened,” Mr Sema half a year to wait for public toilets at ken said. Leongatha’s bus stop to be re-opened. When the door to the well of relief finally slid open, these community advocates celebrated by holding a mock official opening, complete with a ribbon cutting. The public toilet at the V/Line bus stop in Leongatha opened after being closed for nine months due to power issues and vandalism. A tireless campaign by Leongatha’s Max Semken, Fred Grace and Jeff Osborn followed, as they were embarrassed by bus travellers having to rush to other toilets in town and risk missing the bus, or

“It’s pitiful that it took so long. If this toilet had been in the Latrobe Valley, it would have been fixed that day.” He said the delay had been an embarrassment for the town. “Bus travellers have come here and they have been unable to use the toilet and they’ve been in all sorts of strife,” Mr Semken said. “People have defecated in the station and that should not have happened, not in Leongatha and not in any town.”

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NEWS IN BRIEF A plan for Wonthaggi THE Wonthaggi Activity Centre Plan is up for discussion. As part of the public consultation process for the Plan, Bass Coast Shire Council’s workshop will be held with the community to help develop a future vision for Apex Park on Murray Street. The workshop will be held on Thursday, August 1 from 5.30pm at the old Wonthaggi Post Office. To get involved, visit www.basscoast. vic.gov.au/wacp. On top of the workshop, there will be several opportunities to provide feedback on the plan, including in person and online, between Monday, July 8 and Friday, August 2. Pop-up sessions will be held on Saturday, July 13 from 12pm to 3pm at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre, and from Monday, July 22 to Wednesday, July 24 at the Wonthaggi Library, from 10am to 1pm each day. An online survey is also available throughout the consultation period, where the community can provide feedback via questions and an interactive town map. Bass Coast mayor Cr Brett Tessari said the plan defines the key characteristics of the town and how these can be improved. “The plan puts forward a number of objectives, which will help us create a vibrant town centre for Wonthaggi,� Cr Tessari said.

Council scores 54/100 BASS Coast Shire Council has scored 54 out of a possible 100 in the 2019 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey. The score sees council rated one point higher than last year. The annual survey was completed by 801 resident and non-resident ratepayers during February this year. “Council has had a busy year, focused on delivering quality outcomes for the community,� mayor Cr Brett Tessari said.

The results showed: • Non-resident ratepayers rate council’s overall performance significantly higher (index score of 59) than average. • Just over twice as many people rate council’s overall performance as ‘very good’ or ‘good’ (39 per cent), than those who rate it as ‘very poor’ or ‘poor’ (19 per cent). • A further 39 per cent sit mid-scale, rating council’s overall performance as ‘average’; the remaining three per cent ‘don’t know’. The report can be found online at www. basscoast.vic.gov.au/css.

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Cheers to lifesaving act Hotel offers heart starter of another kind THERE’S been many a punter who has slipped into McCartin’s Hotel in Leongatha over the years for a ‘heart-starter’, though nothing rivals the venue’s latest addition. A life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AED) has been added to the pub’s Bair Street entrance, giving people in Leongatha 24hour access in case of a medical emergency. Another AED has been placed at the Apex Shed (near the SES complex, 12 Watson Road) in the industrial estate. Both come courtesy of Leongatha Lions Club fundraising. The light weight, battery operated, portable device is used to shock the heart back into rhythm after someone suffers a sudden cardiac arrest. Foster paramedic Leigh Nichols-Thompson urged more clubs and community organisations to follow the lead of Leongatha Lions Club and make their AEDs publicly accessible for 24-hour access. “The chance of survival from cardiac arrest doubles if someone is defibrillated before paramedics arrive on scene, so it’s important that AEDs can be easily located and accessed when needed,’ Ms Nichols-Thompson said. “Anyone can use an AED. You don’t need special training to use one because you simply open the device and follow the instructions that it talks you through.� Members of the public are encouraged to use the defibrillators when required. “Minutes matter in cardiac arrest, and the sooner a person receives CPR and defibrillation from an AED, the better their chances of survival,� Ms Nichols-Thompson said. “While they may not be used frequently, Leongatha residents can rest easy knowing that they are there when needed.� The AED locations have also been registered with Ambulance Victoria so that Triple Zero (000) call takers can direct people to the devices in a medical emergency.

GREAT START: Foster ambo Leigh Nichols-Thompson (L) has been well supported in her bid to see more Automated External Defibrillators in the region. In Leongatha she has been backed by Leongatha Lions Club members Mike Touzel, Lawrie Burge, Keryn Kay, Fred Morrison, Maggie Wallis, Tania Gringhuis, Fred Bellingham, Cynthia Bellingham and Leongatha ambo Gordon Bowman.

Cyclists, avoid dangerous roads CYCLISTS will be asked to say where the dangerous riding routes are in South Gippsland. South Gippsland Shire Council will create a web app that will enable cyclists and motorists to specify roads they believe pose a risk to all road users. The app is expected to be live within weeks and will help cyclists choose safer rides. The app resulted from a safe cycling forum held by council in Leongatha recently. Council’s John Ernst said cyclists are keen to find safe bike routes from Foster to Tidal River, and roads that can be shared by cyclists and milk and livestock trucks. Council received a grant from the Transport Accident Commission towards the project.

OUT THERE: South Gippsland Shire Council’s John Ernst is urging cyclists to help council find safer riding routes.

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Port toasts new $5m pub IT’S TAKEN five years for someone to step up, but finally plans are underway for a new pub to be built at Port Albert. In February 2014, history went up in flames when the oldest hotel in Victoria burnt to the ground. Residents and tourists alike were shocked to see the Port Pub, which was established in 1841, razed despite the efforts of crews from 16 fire tenders who battled the blaze. Now it seems the wait for a new pub is over. Jason and Rebecca Bingham, who bought the old pub site and the remaining hotel rooms in 2016, have now submitted plans for a $5m rebuild project. The plans now before Wellington Shire Council call for a new hotel, more motel units and shops. Mr Bingham said they were looking

to break up the project into three stages and were hoping to start stage one early next year. “That will be to build the hotel at a cost of around $1.2m,” Mr Bingham said. “It will be a two storey open plan building which can be closed off in sections to accommodate functions. “Upstairs will also have a bar and dining area with spectacular views of Port Albert waterways. This area is planned to provide divided off areas to cater for functions.” Mr Bingham said stage two would see another 29 motel units built, followed by stage three of two shops and two more units. Letters have now gone to adjacent landholders advising them about the plans. “We now have to wait for that process to be completed. In the meantime we have a lot of work to do,” Mr Bingham said.

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Campers miss out Brad Lester WINTER may be the perfect time to think about a summer holiday, but not so for people wishing to camp at Walkerville foreshore. The newly introduced online booking system for campsites this Melbourne Cup long weekend and summer opened at 9am on July 1. While some were able to book a site, others missed out and were left distraught as they faced their first summer without a Walkerville camping trip for more than 20 years. Others were frustrated by having to pay in full upfront, more than five months out from their stay date. The Walkerville Foreshore Committee introduced the online booking system to give more tourists access to the camping reserve, not just long term campers who had booked the same site year after year. “The intention of the booking system changes was to achieve open and fair access to the foreshore for all,” the committee said in a statement. “There are still camp sites available for anyone who would still like to book in for the summer period. “It’s pleasing to the committee that so many of the regular campers also secured a camping site again this coming year.” Dale Sartori and his family live at Wonthaggi and also have a house at Walkerville, but they have camped at Walkerville for 24 years. They have missed out on securing the campsite they have had throughout that time – site 90. They were seeking to stay there again for 14 nights but another camper booked for two nights, affecting the Sartoris’ plans. “It’s pretty disappointing but I’m not the only one,” Mr Sartori said. He was less than impressed with the booking website, saying it “was a nightmare”. “I got on there for 10 minutes and then it locks you out,” he said. Mr Sartori also disagreed with the foreshore committee’s demand that campers pay upfront – more than five months ahead of the actual holiday. He is used to paying when he leaves the campground. Many regular families have not been able to re-book at Walkerville, despite travelling from as far as Alexandra and Bairnsdale to spend time with friends from across the state. Mr Sartori said annual campers guarantee the foreshore committee ongoing bookings of longer

duration, not only a night or two. “Everyone knows everyone and all the kids go fishing together and also go to the park,” he said. Sonya Oberstar posted on the Walkerville The former Port Albert hotel is engulfed by fire in 2014. Campers Association page: “We are fourth generation campers, who love Walkerville. Next year, we will not be camping in the same site we have had for 55 years, or at the same time. “The online reservation system dropped out many times, and proved inadequate, frustrating, and a waste of time.” Ann Romain posted: “Just tried to book but someone beat me to it even though I started at 9am. So after 35 years, this is the end of our Walkerville experience. Devastated. Just had another go on another site and succeeded. Stressed beyond belief.”

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Matt Dunn NEW residents close to a proposed wind farm say they had no idea they were buying properties near OSMI Australia’s 53-turbine project. Yinnar resident Sindy Van Eede, said that under the current plan three turbines would be at a distance of between 1-1.5km from her home, in the plantation forest managed by HVP Plantations. Some of the turbines will up to 250m high. “My health, wellbeing and lifestyle will be detrimentally affected by the noise, infrasound, vibration, and shadow flicker, occurring 24 hours, seven days a week,” she said. “As yet, I have had no consultation from HVP or OSMI to let me know about this proposed wind farm on my doorstep. Considering we’ve only recently purchased our forever home, none of this came to light through the conveyancing process. “I’m shocked to learn of it at this late stage. Apparently the wind farm proposal from OSMI has been in the works for two years.” The Delburn Wind Farm has been touted as a replacement to coal fired power in the Latrobe Valley, with the promise of jobs and investment. The wind farm will border Boolarra, Yinnar, Hazelwood, Darlimurla, Delburn, Moe South, Narracan, Driffield, Coalville and Hernes Oak.

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YOUR SAY E D I T O R I A L Health boost only the tip THE provision of some cancer services at Wonthaggi Hospital is a welcome move for this community that hopefully will be the beginning of greater equality between city and country dwellers. Patients receiving a type of cancer treatment are now able to access this at Wonthaggi and while some chemotherapy is offered at Leongatha Hospital, many cancer patients still have to travel to Melbourne for treatments not available locally. The trip is a long one at the best of times, but when one is ill, tired and stressed, the trip is even more so, especially when people are left with no option but to travel into Melbourne and home many times throughout their treatment. The inconvenience of arranging transport and childcare, and the financial burden, only adds to the stress of what is already a stressful situation. Yes, we do choose to live in our part of the world for the lifestyle and other reasons, but we still miss out on the convenience of many services that city dwellers take for granted. Governments still have a long way to go in enhancing the range of medical services available locally, albeit the health professionals who are here do a sterling job.

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Holiday hurdle COAL Creek has been closed for the winter yet South Gippsland Shire Council firstly, ‘has urged visitors to use the Foster Information Centre’ (for their tourism requirements), and secondly, stated that visitor brochures and maps would still be available in the Coal Creek foyer during this period. Yet again, it appears that a Leongatha provider is being disregarded by the shire, namely, the South Gippsland Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB). Brochures, maps as well as friendly personal interaction with a CAB volunteer can provide a huge variety of tourist information.

Computers are also available at the CAB for visitors to undertake their own search online or alternatively a volunteer can provide this service. Council has been sacked for poor governance in not being inclusive or supportive of our community across many areas. It was not surprising, but welcome, to read the article by Grace Griffith, which clearly appeared to highlight the direction in which our shire council seems to be taking in the area of tourism with a focus more on towns other than its own. Leongatha undoubtedly needs a boost to bring life and vibrancy back, and there are some wonderful initiatives that have been put forward by progressive and enthusiastic members of our business community. The opportunity for development of tourism has enormous potential for Leongatha and its environs. However, it is both disappointing and disheartening for community and volunteers to be overlooked in such an important and integral area of Leongatha’s future enhancement and development. Jackie Horobin, Leongatha.

Call for peace I REFER to the article, “Councillors, don’t come back”, The Star, June 25, in which former mayor Jim Fawcett throws a bucket of anger over the sacked councillors. He maintains the rage that brought division, so called bullying, disrespect and “tit for tat accusatorial messages” (words of municipal monitor Peter Stephenson) which eventually brought the council down. I suggest to Mr Fawcett that if he wishes to stand for council again, he needs to

Email your letter to: letters@thestar.com.au stop blaming and concentrate on what he can offer the ratepayers, notwithstanding that he and his other cohort previous councillors were responsible for voting in new shire buildings at a projected cost of $30 million. Barry Gilbert, Walkerville.

Clearing the air THERE have been some accusations made against the South Gippsland Action Group (SGAG) in the local press and the group wishes to clear the air on these claims. SGAG did not work for any councillor – we work for the ratepayers. We have a statement of purpose that indicates that. Where council is not working in the interests of ratepayers, we will call that out. We have members who have life experiences in a range of fields and we have contacts around the shire. This experience can generate a difference in view to councillors and the administration staff. Sometimes these shire people forget they are spending our money and some do not like to think they work for us. We also raise other options such as the Growth for Reduced Rates plan. These ideas worked on the basis that funds and effort spent in the right areas could yield a better boost to the shire. We pick up disturbing information at times such as a developer not being able to connect with the shire planning department via phone or email for two months. We will work to achieve a more responsive administration. Our members attend council and ask questions – they do that for ratepayers. Our representation must have been working as the CEO introduced measures to

silence us and acted to avoid answering questions. We supported our new councillors to ask questions and to deliver a rate burden reduction as per the Council Plan. There has been a push back by some staff to a council pushing for a new direction. This has been behind some of the issues of the recent past. Over the next two years with no democratically elected representatives, our presence will still be important for the ratepayers of this shire. If you wish to contact SGAG or join the group, email sgactiongroup@ gmail.com. Lindsay Love, South Gippsland Action Group.

SGAG returns fire THIS is a rebuttal of Jim Fawcett’s interview in The Star, June 25. A sad read - the disrespectful diatribe by ‘yo-yo’ ex-councillor Fawcett. The days of gang versus gang councillors were on the way out, since your latest resignation. Here’s why: scattered voting patterns of council meetings since have been a direct result of more open council meetings. The public could see and hear matters debated, know who favoured what, see councillors perform, not just know their name. Unfortunately, much damage had already been done by past skirmishes. The Minister for Local Government appeared to have decided to dismiss before the process was completed. I won’t dwell on the process, other than to say “a truck could drive through holes in the procedure”.

Your unwarranted attack on South Gippsland Action Group (SGAG) only confirms your ignorance. You didn’t attend any meeting to which you were invited by either SGAG or its sister group, South Gippsland Rates Challengers. You accuse SGAG of “being in cahoots” with some councillors. You really believe that? Ask any former councillor if they got an ‘easy ride’ from SGAG, before making further untruthful accusations. Ask Steve Finlay, former president of SGAG, one of the newer councillors dismissed, if we made it any easier for him? Ask the two ‘old bulls’. Please, seeing you also accused SGAG of being: “…..a mouthpiece for that group of councillors responsible for that behaviour”, who are we “mouthpieces” for? You’re right in saying: “The group (SGAG) has a focus on reducing rates”. We are proud of it. You never aspired to that. An argument can be made that the near $30m in the shire bank accounts can make things easier going forward. Try selling that to ratepayers bled dry during your era. Be mindful when questioning the cost of advice sought by the former councillors; it’s ‘small change’ against the legal expenses quagmire trailing behind Tamlin. Finally, you say: “They (SGAG) need to be a true watchdog…..”. Absolutely right! Follow your own advice and don’t stand again. John McCombe, Leongatha.

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THE Bass Coast Shire Council will decide on the location of the permanent Waterline Library location at the next meeting on July 17 at Cowes. Grantville has been suggested as the location for a permanent library to service the Waterline towns and outlying areas by the West Gippsland Regional Library Board. The location - the Grantville Transaction Centre. Bass Council have committed to an enhanced service to replace the retiring mobile library truck. It is clear from community meetings that the definition of enhanced is: being closer to more people, more hours with a librarian, more resources and services, and accessibility. We want a permanent library with books and resources in it. We want a place with space to sit and read comfortably. Social connection is highly valued in our area. Ultimately as ratepayers we would expect some sort of input into the decision rather than having it thrust upon us. This was also the view of the Community Advisory Committee that advised the West Gippsland Library. The personal experience of physically choosing a book cannot be substituted nor should the entire Waterline accept anything less than the library services available in towns such as Inverloch. The Waterline population is growing and is a similar size. Linda Nicholls. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Coronet Bay. debate between the for-

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THE administrator Julie Eisenbise has sation and the community. The catalyst for this I ATTENDED the Wonthaggi CFA’s anhit the ground running and we have been project was having VicRoads divert heavy ve- nual presentation evening recently, an hicles along Long Street, freeing up Bair Street event that acknowledges and recognises getting her up to date. Julie and I will be in the community, attending for works that will make it more like a promenade the hard work and dedication of our local than a dual-lane highway. meetings of community groups and events. It has been made possible with a $2.7 mil- CFA volunteers. There has been so much damaging news about council, I feel it is vital that you hear about council’s good work. It would be easy to assume the reported council dysfunction would apply to staff and services too – but nothing could be further from the truth. Council officers have been getting on with their work. Last week the Minister for Local Government, Adem Somyurek announced four Gippsland councils had received more than $4 million to support a shared-services initiative. South Gippsland will be partnering with Bass Coast, East Gippsland and Wellington shire councils on a project that will assist all the participating councils to streamline their administrative processes and – eventually – save money on work that is currently being duplicated. While the shared services project will be largely invisible in terms of what the community gets to see, one public project is about to get underway. Work will soon commence on the Bair Street redevelopment, which is exciting. The redevelopment is the culmination of several years of work by many people in the organi-

lion contribution from the Federal Government’s Building Better Regions Fund, $1.5m from the Victorian Government’s Fixing Country Roads Program and a $1.2m council contribution. I’d like to thank council teams for the work they’ve done to get the project to this point: the strategic planners, the infrastructure engineers, the communications team for its advocacy work and the grants team for tirelessly pursuing funding opportunities. The local libraries may not have council logos on them, but the reality is the West Gippsland Regional Library Corporation is a great example of a shared services project. Bass Coast, Baw Baw and South Gippsland all chip in to fund West Gippsland Libraries, which in turn provides a terrific service to our communities. Last week it was announced that – in the spirit of goodwill and to boost both membership and borrowing rates – all outstanding fines would be waived and the libraries will no longer impose any late fees.

Our community benefits greatly from the commitment shown by our local CFA volunteers - they don’t get paid to do what they do, but they do it with such enthusiasm and skill. Well done to all those who were recognised with awards on the night. We celebrated our community recently as well, with the presentation of the first round of the 2019 Community Grants program. Round two of the grants is now accepting applications. I would encourage all community groups and organisations to apply if they need some additional funds to help with a project or event, or to purchase some new equipment. You have until August 9 to get your applications in. Visit www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/grants for all of the details and to apply. The Wonthaggi Theatrical Group keeps on kicking goals this year! As well as putting on a sell-out season of Les Miserables, the group is also celebrating its golden anniversary. The group’s 50-year history was put on display over the weekend and I attended the opening night of this special exhibition on Friday, at the State

Coal Mine. The exhibition features set pieces, costumes and other memorabilia and it is absolutely awesome. Congratulations to the group on another excellent event and I am looking forward to many more over the next 50 years! If you didn’t get to the exhibition this weekend, it is open again this Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Check out WTG’s Facebook page for the details. I spent a fantastic evening watching the Harvard Krokodiloes at Newhaven College on Monday. What a fabulous night of entertainment from both the Kroks and the Newhaven students who performed as well. There is so much talent in Bass Coast, but it is always a bit awe inspiring to see it in person. It was NAIDOC Week last week. A community celebration is being held on Tuesday, July 9 at the Cowes Cultural Centre from 11am to 1pm. An art exhibition is being held at the Inverloch Community Hub until Sunday, July 28 and the First Peoples’ Film Festival will be held at the Wonthaggi Union Community Arts Centre on Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13. For more information on NAIDOC Week and the events, visit www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/ reconciliation.

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HIGHLIGHT: Ben Soumilas’ Inspector Kemp warns the villagers to keep an eye on Frederick Frankenstein and his strange assistants.

Just what the doctor ordered pressed; sets were also incredible.

Grace Griffith From Frankstein’s lair to an American classroom and a Transylvanian railway, the set was effortlessly transformed YOUNG Frankenstein is a boisterous crowd- time and time again to accommodate a series of believable pleaser, filled with laugh out loud double enten- settings. dres, slapstick and a stellar cast to deliver it all. With convincing accents, angelic vocals, toe-tapping Cassie Stoppa from Cowes, Meghan Bartels from Ballarat, and Brittony Carlson and Kylie Carlson, also from Cowes, dressed up for the special occasion.

Lyric’s own Britt Lewis with family Pee-Wee Lewis, Kieran Lewis and Peter Lewis, all from Korumburra, attended opening night.

Show director Daniel Lawrie as Victor Von Frankenstein’s ghost visits grandson Frederick, played by Adrian Darakai, in a dream to convince him to join the family business.

With my partner, a non-theatre goer, in tow, I was a little numbers, dazzling costumes and a buzz of infectious energy, apprehensive to attend opening night of Leongatha Lyric this show is a must-see. Theatre’s musical last Friday. And did I mention live music? The entire show boasted But instead of expected fidgeting, my partner was gripped beautiful orchestrated live music that drew audiences into by the show – except for bursts of genuine laughter - from the comedy and horror of every scene. the first song to the last ritzy number. The entire team is to be congratulated on their work, The production is a musical comedy of Mel Brook’s ad- which presents spectacularly. aptation of his own cult film which poked fun at the monster Young Frankenstein will run until July 20. moves so popular in the thirties. Tickets can be purchased via the Lyric Theatre webLyric cast and crew carried the he spoof of vintage Holly- site www.lyrictheatre.net. wood horror tropes masterfully, with their dedication and au or at Sweet Life Café substantial rehearsal evident. in Leongatha from 11am Adrian Darakai, who played Dr Frederick Von Franken- to 3pm, Monday to Fristein, was simply brilliant. day, and 10am to noon From powerful vocals to precision ecision timing and perfect on Saturdays. chorography, his character mesmerised erised the crowd. The story tells how Dr Frankenstein, nkenstein, although keen to escape the burden n of his famous name, inherits his family’s ily’s castle, which gives him the opporportunity to escape his horrible fianfiancée Elizabeth, played by Yasmine mine Watsford. He soon embraces his legacy, gacy, along with the eccentric castle staff. aff. Among them is Igor, played by Sam Shineberg, who undoubt-edly captured the hearts of the audience at Leongatha’s Mesley Hall. With tongue-in-cheek humour and hilariously clownish movements, Igor attracted many gleeful giggles. On his way to inherit the fami-ly castle and business, Dr Frankennstein is greeted by the yodeling Inga, nga, his new beautiful, blonde assistant, stant, played by Kiarna Smith. Their instant attraction and Drr Frankenstein’s clumsy reaction to it is incredibly entertaining. Kerrie Giles’ Frau Blücher, the castle’s housekeeper, is so daunting that horses whinny at the mention of her name. The monster, brought to the stage by Scott Lawrence, is played with h the utmost conviction. Meanwhile Ben Soumilas’ Inspector Kemp spreads fear as he gathers angry vilBrad Beach, playing the blind hermit, hilariously attempts to befriend lagers to descend on the castle. It wasn’t just cast and storyline that im- Frankenstein’s monster, portrayed by Scott Lawrence.

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No easy life for early settlers Farmers risked losing homes if they were idle W

HEN selectors first arrived to take up their land in South Gippsland they often came without their wives and children. Life was tough while they started to clear their land. The men first lived in tents, then rough huts. They called it scrub cutting but this involved cutting down enormous trees and slashing through thick undergrowth with hand tools. The ground was wet and so was the firewood. Women and children stayed elsewhere until enough land was cleared to have a reasonable house built and a small garden made. The only fresh food available was fish. Black fish were plentiful in the region’s creeks and catching them was relatively easy. Eating black fish, especially for breakfast, became popular. Salted meat, oatmeal for porridge, flour made into bread or damper, tea and sugar were the food staples. This was standard until vegetables could be grown. Raising sheep for fresh meat was difficult because of dingoes and special pens had to be used to protect them. Wallabies were also eaten when other meat was not available. One of the workers at Lyrebird Mound (Koonwarra) in the 1880s was given food as part of his wages. This consisted of corned meat, fresh meat (when available), large quantities of potatoes and bread. Butter and jam were not provided, but a barrel of molasses was often available and the workmen were permitted to take a tin and fill it from a tap. The men cooked on open fires using camp ovens and large dixies and life changed for the better when the women arrived. In many homes, stoves were introduced. Popular were the American Stove, a freestanding iron cooker and the colonial oven, a double walled iron box with a hinged door. Colonial ovens had to be bricked into a fire place and if bricks were not available rocks were used. Much firewood was needed and the housewife was responsible for keeping the wood box full. Most early kitchens were detached from the house to prevent a fire destroying the home and also to prevent labourers entering the main house.

Decorating the cottages The internal walls of the houses were lined with hessian and paper which was a cheap and effective method of improving the appearance of the home. The cracks in the walls were covered over and pictures from the newspapers brightened up the rooms. Lighting was provided by candles made from fat collected from cooking. Kitchen fat was also mixed with wood ash and made into soap. Later caustic soda and borax replaced wood ash and made better soap. Kerosene lamps were used inside and outside. Kerosene came in rectangular wooden cases containing two four-gallon tins. These cases and tins were put to many uses on the farm and in the house. Clothing and linen were stored in the cases and they were even made into wardrobes. The tins were used as coppers to boil water, cook meat and wash clothes. They were cut diagonally to make feeding troughs for chickens and calves. The tins were also used to carry skim milk to feed pigs and bring water from a creek in dry seasons.

Kerosene’s many uses Kerosene was a fuel, a cleaning product and even a rinse for children’s hair to prevent nits. It was also used to fix sore throats by putting a few drops on a teaspoon of sugar. Outside it was used to cure many animal complaints. Butter making was a skill acquired by pioneer women. They used churns of all types and even wood-

TIMES PAST en spoons to turn the cream into butter. When the butter was formed it was salted by washing in brine and pressed into earthen ware or wooden pots or patted into rectangles. Pioneer women needed strong arms to cope with all the tasks they needed to do. As well as making butter, they had to carry water, chop and carry wood, scrub floors, and wash and wring clothes without a wringer. Other tasks involved looking after chickens, vegetable gardens, a house cow and calves. When a steer or pig was killed and dressed, usually by the men, the women had to preserve the meat by pickling and make items such as potted meat and sausages. Without refrigeration much meat had to be preserved and this meat was very salty compared to corned beef today. While these women looked after their families the men were doing the back-breaking work of cutting scrub, making fences and planting grasses and crops. The selectors had to report several times a year to the Crown Lands Department on the amount of land cleared, the types and length of fences made and crops planted. If adequate progress was not made the selector could forfeit the land. Families, including children, all worked very hard to establish their farms. Some families are still on their original selection, other properties have changed hands many times. The agricultural land we now value so highly is the legacy left to us by those hardworking pioneers. If anyone wants to research the history of their selection please come in to the Historical Society in the Mechanics’ Institute Leongatha and find out how to go about this process.

THE BIG CHURN: Mary Ann Beamish and sister work hard to make up the butter for the family.

Some of the old pots used to cook up the family meal. BELOW: It was no easy life for the pioneer families of the district. Black fish was one of the staples in the early diets.

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Lions serve for 50 years COMMEMORATING half a century of cake and the grand unveiling of an honour board service to the community is a fitting cel- showing the first 50 years, with space for the next 50 years. ebration for any local group. Mr Laing was one of four remaining from the

That’s why the Lions Club of Leongatha took the opportunity to party at the club’s 50th birthday recently. The club is its 50th year after receiving its charter on October 10, 1968. Nearly 90 people attended a celebration of the event at the Leongatha RSL to share old stories and hear from not only the current president Mike Touzel, who spoke about the present day Lions club, but also one of the few surviving charter members, Noel Laing. The master of ceremonies, David Murray, introduced speakers such as Norm McPherson from the 1968 sponsoring club, Korumburra, and disCLUB MILESTONE: Leongatha Lions Club president Mike Touzel and district governor trict governor Peter Payne. Peter Payne cut a cake marking the club’s 50th year. Speeches were followed by the cutting of the

original 24 trail blazers of the club. He spoke with passion about the camaraderie, privilege and the challenge of volunteering, while maintaining two jobs and a family. Speakers noted the Lions club of Leongatha would not be able to progress or deliver any of the projects over the years without the ongoing generosity of the local community, the extensive volunteer hours of club members and the support of family. Beneficiaries over the years, to name some, include local schools, hospitals, various sporting clubs, youth groups, Licola Village and open park areas. While regional Lions clubs were present, best wishes to the 30 current club members came from as far afield as South Australia and NSW.

G’day Daryosh and Pinto TWO South Gippslanders become Australian citizens at a ceremony held by South Gippsland Shire Council last week. Daryosh Astarki of Nyora, formerly of Iran, and Pinto Mathew of Leongatha, formerly of India, made their pledges.

The musicians of the South Gippsland Shire Brass Band played a selection of Australiana songs to set the scene as the new citizens were congratulated by family and friends. Mr Astarki was a stonemason in Iran and Mr Mathew is a nurse.

OFFICIALLY AUSTRALIAN: South Gippsland Shire Council acting CEO Bryan Sword, new citizens Daryosh Astarki and Pinto Mathew, and council administrator Julie Eisenbise at the ceremony. LEADING FIGURES: CFA captains Craig Matthews and Andrew Blackney at the 75-year CFA celebration at Kernot on Sunday.

IGA backs pensioners, Praise for our firies seniors with discounts MICHAEL’S IGA is extremely proud. From Wednesday, July 10, they will be the only supermarket in South Gippsland offering a five percent discount off the total shop of pensioners and senior card holders. This will be available in all stores: Michael’s SUPA IGA Leongatha, Michael’s Highway Liquor and Michael’s SUPA IGA Korumburra. A spokesperson for Michael’s said the chain understands the economy is not firing on all cylinders at the moment and many people across the state are “doing it tough”. Unlike competitors, being a family owned business, Michael’s IGA has the flexibility to implement programs it believes will benefit the community’s day to day grocery needs. In particular, that includes those who find themselves in less fortunate positions, which is

why Michael’s IGA has targeted seniors and pensioners for this particular program. Michael Lorenz said, “The communities of Leongatha and Korumburra have supported me since I purchased the stores back in 1995, so when it is time to go over and above our normal community involvement such as the community grants and our customer rewards program, I will, especially if it helps to make a difference to those who need our help.” To obtain the additional discount, simply shop at a Michael’s IGA store on a Wednesday and present either your valid and current seniors’ card or pensioner concession card at the checkout. The five per cent discount is calculated on the total grocer retail price, excluding both GST and non-eligible purchases. Terms and conditions apply.

FIREFIGHTERS were honoured at the Kernot Community Centre on Sunday. CFA District Eight presented its brigade service awards at Kernot Community Centre, where a celebration was held to mark the 75th birthday of the Glen Alvie-Kernot and District Bush Fire Brigade. John Fleming was presented with a 55-year CFA life membership medal for his service, alongside James Wilson and Murray Wilson, who

were recognised for 60 years of service. Captains Craig Matthews and Andrew Blackney commemorated the 75th anniversary of the formation of the Glen Alvie–Kernot and District Bush Fire Brigade. Mr Matthews has served as captain for two years and has been in the the CFA for 27 years. Andrew Blackney has been a firefighter for 34 years.

Cruise reveals port heritage A KORUMBURRA club discovered the Port of Sale during a recent heritage cruise. The members of the Combined Probus Club of Coal Creek journeyed on the vessel, the Rubeena, taking in the Sale Canal and Thompson River. The learnt about the creation of the wetlands

and the history of Sale and district, while passing old river red gums, birdlife and the history Swing Bridge. Members later visited the Gippsland Regional Art Gallery and admired an exhibition of Annemieke Mein’s textiles and embroidery.

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Lions set new agenda INVERLOCH and District Lions Club has a new board at the helm. The board is president Gary McAinch, secretary Grecina Dyke, treasurer Max Dusting, president Ian Rasmussen, second vice president Al-

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len Archbold, third vice president Andy Forster, membership chair Greg Dyke, Tail Twister Robbie Hyndman and Lion Tamer Bob Tomlin. More than 70 guests attend the club’s changeover dinner recently.

EMERGENCY SERVICE: Woodleigh Vale Red Cross members Marion Walker and Diane Dunn, with Anthony Howard at Government House.

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Ladies serve Red Cross for 50 years TWO Red Cross members have been honoured at Government House in Melbourne for their extensive service to the organisation. Marion Walker and Diane Dunn, members of the Woodleigh Vale Red Cross Branch, received 50 year service awards. The awards were presented by Anthony Howard, the patron of Red Cross and husband of the CHANGE OF GUARD: Bob Howie of Heyfield Lions, welcomes new Inverloch and DisGovernor of Victoria, Linda Dessau. trict Lions Club president Gary McAinch, with immediate past president Greg Dyke.

Foster faces long wait on job losses Gippsland Water to halt its plans to build new ofTHE future location of South Gippsland away from Foster. He said the Corner Inlet community was confices in Leongatha or Wonthaggi. Water’s head office will not be known cerned by the inevitable economic impact the He is yet to receive a formal response from the for up to six months. community would feel if South Gippsland Water minister. The water corporation is considering relocating its office from Foster, prompting the community and Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien to launch a campaign to keep the corporation – and its jobs – in Foster. South Gippsland Water’s Philippe du Plessis said the corporation welcomed the community’s views. “South Gippsland Water is embarking on a further business review process in partnership with the Department of Land Water and Planning over the next four to six months,” he said. “A decision on the location and configuration of the long term facilities has been deferred to the completion of this process.” Mr O’Brien tabled a petition in State Parliament with more than 1000 signatures objecting to the authority’s plan to relocate its corporate office

moved its offices to Leongatha or Wonthaggi. “This petition which I have prepared and has been spearheaded by the Foster Chamber of Commerce, calls on the government to see sense and keep South Gippsland Water in Foster,” he said. “Locals are rightly concerned that taking 50 jobs out of a small town like Foster will have a flow on impact to the rest of the community. “South Gippsland Water claims it needs to be closer to the bulk of its customers in the western end of the region, but I find it hard to see the logic in that reasoning when very few of their customers ever physically attend the corporate office. “In my mind the negatives, including the expected cost of a greenfield site which would be passed on to all SGW customers, far outweigh the perceived benefits. “It’s clear the local community agrees, with 1054 people signing the petition in just a couple of weeks, with more to come. Local businesses will continue to offer the petition for signing over coming months.” The tabling of this petition follows Mr O’Brien raising the issue in State Parliament last month, calling on the minister to intervene and ask South

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STAY PUT: Gippsland South MP Danny O’Brien has tabled a petition with more than 1000 signatures in Parliament to halt the relocation of South Gippsland Water from Foster.

WATER prices will remain stable in South Gippsland next financial year. South Gippsland Water said the combined annual service fee for water and sewerage will reduce by $0.75, while the volumetric service charge will increase by $0.02 to $1.84 per 1000 litres of water used. To keep costs stable, South Gippsland Water has borrowed money and deferred works. Customers are encouraged to participate in community planning sessions on July 20 and 27 from 10am to 3pm at Leongatha. Registrations for these sessions will close on July 3 at www.deliberatlyengaging.com.au/ southgippsland Participants receive $100 per session. Recruitment being managed independently of the corporation. Phone Deliberately Engaging on 0472 761 342. For more information on the price review and planning process, visit http://www.sgwater.com. au/Pricing_Review or provide input at www. oursay.org/lets-talk-water/price.

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might just become pot luck. That’s why we have put these pages together for you. These are the recommended places and they come with a guarantee of fresh and tasty. Each and every one of the eight listed below offer you something a little different from the regular menu. They all use fresh local ingredients and their meals and treats are all prepared with care and pride. We’d suggest you stop in at all eight places, but then you may have to go on a diet if you do it all on one weekend. Maybe you should leave Burra Brewing Co. until last, then you can just sit back and sip away the day before rolling home with a sober driver behind the wheel. I can talk from firsthand knowledge about the eight top places below and my great problem is I work right next door to one of them and can’t stop dropping in. It’s a nice problem to have. Enjoy the food road trip and we’d love to see your comments on the Great Southern Star Facebook page with a photo.

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TAKE DIABETES2HEART Diabetes’ many faces revealed THE term ‘diabetes’ covers a range of hours, and impaired glucose intolerance, when the to let the glucose in. This is called insulin resistance. conditions where the glucose (sugar) in two hour blood test is higher than normal. If glucose cannot enter the cells, it Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas is the blood becomes higher than normal. unable builds up in the blood stream and causes to make the hormone insulin. High blood glucose levels can affect many parts of the body but with the right advice, technology and medication, diabetes can be managed well, according to Diabetes Victoria. Conditions include pre-diabetes, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. Pre-diabetes is when blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Conditions that fit into this category are impaired fasting glucose, when the blood glucose level is higher than normal after fasting for eight

Insulin acts like a key to open cells and let glucose enter from the blood. The glucose comes from the food we eat and gives us energy. Type 1 diabetes usually develops in children and young adults, but can occur at any age. Type 2 diabetes is when the beta cells in the pancreas still make insulin, but it may not make enough, or the insulin that is being made does not do its job properly. As a result, the gates of the cells cannot open

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What’s your risk of type 2 diabetes? ARE you at risk of type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. It affects 80 to 90 per cent of all people living with diabetes. It is estimated that two million Australians are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and many people have diabetes and don’t even realise. Whilst there is no single cause of type 2 diabetes, there are some well established risk factors. Some of these risk factors can be controlled. The diabetes educator at Wonthaggi MFS Dispensary can assess your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and offer support and advice. A diabetes educator can be the first point of call when you are wanting more information, support and/or motivation in the management of your diabetes and can link you to other health

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Here’s a grand grazing property ERE is a rare op- with feature oak trees. • Reliable 40 to 45 inch portunity to secure a yearly rainfall. grazing property that ticks You will be hard pressed to all the boxes. find a more productive parcel Located just 10 minutes from the lovely town of Leongatha, this home is in a picturesque, peaceful rural location. The property features: • 133 (approximately) acres/ 54.18 hectares. • Nicely undulating and fenced into 13 paddocks. • Brand new cattle yards with loading race, crush and drafting pens. • Great mix of both grey loam and red soil. • Excellent water with three dams. • Water pump to header tank with troughs in all paddocks. • Large hay/machinery shed. • Exceptional lane ways and fencing. • Great home sites (STCA)

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There’s a spacious family home with room to move, excellent shedding, paddocks on flat land, outdoor entertaining and a lovely established garden. This property is on about 3.8 acres and is located in Boolarra, a lovely community minded township in the Latrobe Valley and close to schools including Federation University. It is also easily accessible to the city via Princes Highway or by train from Morwell. There is a large progressive pony club and horse trailing riding club in Boolarra district. This is an excellent property to enjoy your sought-after lifestyle change. A lot of work and TLC has been put into the home by the current owners and really there is nothing left to do. The home boasts four good sized bedrooms, a study, two bathrooms, two living areas, plus a separate dining area. The master bedroom has a walk-through robe to the newly renovated ensuite. The kitchen has been redone and is a nice central location to the main lounge and dining area. On the other side of the dining room is a family room, which is a spacious area and a great spot for relaxing and watching movies. There is a compact office with built-in robe off the family room. The bathroom is modern with a separate bath plus walk-in shower. Through sliding glass doors off the family room is a covered outdoor entertaining area that is private, an excellent spot for a barbecue and

ity time. The home includes ducted heating and cooling plus a toasty wood heater. The established gardens are just lovely with magnolia trees, Australian natives, olive trees and other fruit trees. The shedding is great with a double carport attached to the house, a large four-bay farm shed, double garage, wood shed, garden shed next to an enclosed raised vegie bed area plus a dog run. There is plenty of water via tanks plus a dam for stock. The flat land makes this property ideal for horses, or a handful of cattle plus fruit/vegies or any other hobby farms interests. Boolarra is in a great spot and only 15 minutes to Mirboo North, 20 minutes to Morwell, 35 minutes to Leongatha, and 110km to Pakenham. If you would like to inspect this property or have any questions, please contact Jean O’Loughlin on 0428 571 083.

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Before you hit the slopes, here are some tips to keep you safe on the roads: ? Book you car in for a service and let them know you are heading to the snow. Your mechanic will check your tyres, brakes, battery, engine and windscreen. ? Apply snow chains to your wheels. Using diamond patterned snow chains will increase your car's stability on wet, icy roads. ? Make sure to pack essentials. Carry a spade, tow rope, ground sheet for fitting chains, rubber gloves, plastic ice scraper, torch and warm clothes. ? Slow down. When driving on icy roads, slow down and drive as smoothly as possible. It may be harder to brake or avoid objects if you are going to fast ? Remember to take your time. Speeding on black ice or other snow conditions will only cause an accident.

VicRoads, in partnership with the Transport Accident Commission has launched the Every Second – Always On campaign which encourages riders to brush up on their safe riding skills and knowledge. Across Victoria, 28 motorcyclists and passengers have lost their lives this year – 11 more than for the same time last year. This campaign highlights the need for motorcyclists to be constantly vigilant and focuses on key contributors to crashes including: speed, cornering, road positioning, road hazards and other road users. A new online quiz has been developed to test and refresh motorcyclists’ knowledge of safe rid-

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trauma. They make up less than four per cent of registered vehicles, yet account for about 19 per cent of deaths on our roads this year. The Every Second – Always On campaign is part of a $1 million package, funded through the Motorcycle Safety Levy, which is delivering a range of safety, education and rider mobility initiatives. The campaign complements the Transport Accident Commission’s Perfect Ride motorcycle safety campaign urging Victorian riders to take care when using our roads. Take the quix online at: http://alwayson. spokes.com.au/

Although smoking behind the wheel could be considered a distraction, it is not illegal unless there are children aged under 18 in the car. The ban on smoking in cars with children is designed to protect them from exposure to second-hand cigarette smoke. Yet many Star Facebook fans believe it’s time to leave smokers alone. Here are some comments posted when The Star took to Facebook last week and asked “Motorists are not allowed to use their phones while driving, but is it safe to smoke while behind the wheel?” • Ash Grabham: “Y not both?”

• Darren Robinson: “Next on the govt/police easy mode revenue raising - Fining anyone breathing while driving. 100 per cent of people who breathe end up dying.” • Rob Harvey: “Big difference between a smoke and a idiot on a phone while driving. It’s time to leave the smokers alone, as long as they respect non smokers. I am an non smoker.” • Robyn Begg: “Eating, drinking, looking at a map, talking on the phone, talking to the person next to you, singing to the radio, the kids in the back seat fighting and smoking are all distracting. Let’s make them all illegal and stay at home. Where will the line be drawn?

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Hide your phone while driving Distracted motorists risk everyone’s safety A NEW campaign is calling on drivers to licence holders aged 18 to 60 years, one-third ditch the distractions and put their phones said they had used mobile phones illegally while driving. away to make Victoria’s roads safer. The campaign emphasises the lack of awareVictoria Minister for Roads, Road Safety and the TAC Jaala Pulford joined the Transport Accident Commission CEO Joe Calafiore to unveil the new campaign. The campaign tells Victorians that ‘when you’re on your phone, you’re driving blind’ and highlights that just a two-second glance at a mobile phone means a driver is travelling blind. Central to the campaign is a new television ad that shows a young man driving down a suburban street, who is distracted by the ding of a message notification on his phone. The driver glances down at the phone and at that moment a pair of hands appear from behind and cover his eyes. It’s revealed that a version of himself is covering his eyes. Mobile phones are a key factor in fatal and serious injury crashes across Victoria, with a TAC survey of 1742 Victorians showing that among

ness drivers have of their surroundings every time they look at their phone and makes them feel uneasy about their behaviour. “We’ve seen a tragic start to the year on our roads this year and this new campaign highlights one of the key ways Victorians can help make our roads safer for all road users,” Ms Pulford said. “Even a two-second glance at your phone means you’re driving blind. Put your phone away when you’re behind the wheel.” Mr Calafiore said driving requires one’s full attention so cutting out the distractions is the best way drivers can keep their concentration on the MESSAGE WITH IMPACT: Motorists are being reminded to stay away from their phones road. while driving. OVER

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Women aim high in Leongatha WOMEN were empowered to be their best at a forum in Leongatha. Nutrition Unlimited hosted its third successful Power Woman Project event of the year. The project supports women to be their best using the four pillars of: health, mindset, connection and freedom. Guest speaker, local mother of four, Jackie Bowman spoke of her charity work with Transform The Nations. Her fitness business, Kanga Fit, aligns with the Power Woman Project. She focused on mindset and the power it can play. Ms Bowman said women can succeed even when life is tough, yet can be hindered by their own self talk, and judge how they feel or look based on others around them. The next Power Woman Project event is on August 18. If you are interested to learn more, reach out via the Facebook page ‘Nutrition Unlimited Leongatha’ or drop into the club, open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, or Thursday, 12pm to 6pm, at 3 Lyon Street, Leongatha.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Women heard from Jackie Bowman and her charity work at the Power Woman Project event.

Don’t forget Venus Bay, says MP “So far the club has been overlooked and its THE State Government has been urged to fund the expansion of the clubrooms time the Andrews Labor Government stepped up and provided assistance for this great club.” at Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club. Mr O’Brien praised surf lifesavers for the critiGippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien told Parliament the club was the 2017 National Surf Lifesaving Club of the Year and needs to expand to cater for growing demand. “With 540 members and growing, the club has outgrown its space and needs support to secure more space,” he said. “The current space is not sufficient to store equipment and inadequate facilities are making volunteering difficult needlessly on one of the most dangerous beaches in the state.

cal role they play in our society. “Not only do they help keep us safe on the beach, they run fantastic programs such as Nippers for kids and help young people learn about responsibility and giving back to their community while having a great time on the beach,” he said.

GROWING CLUB: Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien with Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club’s Craig Watson.

FARMING FAMILY: Back Roads presenter Heather Ewart with Fish Creek farmers Dan and Amelia Bright and their children Hazel and Delilah.

Fish Creek to star on national TV WE all know Fish Creek is a special land Harvey, has moved to Fish Creek from the place, but come July 22, so will the rest city. He’s part of a wave of tree and sea-changers of Australia. moving to the area. That night, Fish Creek will feature on the ABC television show, Back Roads. The episode, entitled Fish Creek, Victoria – The Storybook Settlement, will screen at 8pm. The town, often bypassed on the way to the delights of Wilsons Promontory, has attracted an unusually high number of creative types. It’s home to illustrators, botanical artists, writers, artisans, musicians, sculptors, woodworkers and architects, and many of these will feature in the episode. One of the originals is the country’s first Children’s Laureate, the celebrated Alison Lester. She grew up on a nearby farm by the sea. As a writer and illustrator, those landscapes and people have made their way into her work. She shows presenter Heather Ewart that the setting for one of her most famous books can be found nearby. Her friend, another writer and illustrator, Ro-

It’s a place where people can really create huge life shifts. For example, Amelia Bright used to make prosthetic human limbs. Now she’s breeding heritage-breed pigs with her partner and kids, living off-grid and phonefree. Early blow-ins, Fiona Mottram and Ross West, ride Penny Farthing bicycles, make music and tend a menagerie of donkeys, mules and one-eyed dogs. And from as far afield as the UK, Tom and James Gurnett moved to Fish Creek with their parents as little boys. Now they are part of a whole new industry – British-style alcoholic ciders like scrumpy and perry. Finally, there’s one particular art project that unites the whole community – the Tea Cosy Festival.

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HOLIDAYS The contrasting landscapes of South America and Antarctica Cruising through some amazing destinations T

HE exciting lands of red-hot tango; ice-blue glaciers; and lush, green jungle will come to life when Holland America Line’s Amsterdam, Koningsdam, Volendam and Zaandam head to South America and Antarctica in 2019–2020.

From September 2019 through to April 2020, the four ships offer cruises ranging from 14 to 48 days that cover the colorful cultures and stunning scenery of this vast continent. Guests can explore exotic and remote ports that offer once-in-a-lifetime experiences like sailing on the Amazon River, strolling the streets of Buenos Aires, relaxing on the golden beaches of Rio de Janeiro and visiting the Incan ruins of Machu Picchu. Holland America’s president, Orlando Ashford, said the contrast of cultures, climates and landscapes throughout South America is a magnet for explorers seeking a wide variety on a single itinerary, with the longer cruises offering a collection of ports that highlight everything the regions have to offer. “Travellers can choose from our newest class of ship Koningsdam to the more intimate Zaandam, featuring localised activities, cuisine and rich cultural experiences brought to life throughout the voyage,” she said. Departures begin on both coasts of North and South America. Highlights include Zaandam’s full season of cruising, Koningsdam 48-day Voyage of the Americas, the longest itinerary of the season, Amsterdam’s 35-day Incan Empires; and Volen-

dam’s 30-day Amazon Explorer. Nearly all of the itineraries feature overnight calls at some of South America’s most iconic cities, including Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Manaus in Brazil and Panama’s Fuerte Amador.

Enjoy a white Christmas Guests longing for the ultimate white Christmas can embark on Zaandam’s 22 day South America and Antarctica Holiday cruise leaving on December 18 from Buenos Aires. The cruise includes calls in Uruguay, Argentina, the Falkland Islands and Chile. Zaandam concludes its South America season with a 31-day South America, Inca and Panama Canal Discovery Collectors’ Voyage from Buenos Aires to Fort Lauderdale. For a shorter cruise, guests can embark on MAJESTIC: Gliding slowly past mountains of ice is an experience of a lifetime. If you look a 17-day segment from San Antonio to Fort closely you may even catch a glimpse of arctic life. Lauderdale.

Voyage of the Americas On March 15, 2020, Koningsdam embarks on a 48-day Voyage of the Americas from Fort Lauderdale to Vancouver. The cruise calls at ports in Barbados, French Guiana, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Mexico and Canada. The sailing also includes an overnight in Buenos Aires. Along with the full 48-day itinerary, guests can also break up the voyage by booking nine individual segments.

visiting St. Bart’s, St. Lucia, Barbados, Curaçao and Grand Cayman. However, the highlight of this cruise is Brazil. Guests will enjoy two weeks exploring this dynamic country with calls at multiple ports, including an overnight at Manaus at the end of the Amazon River and three full days of cruising the world’s longest river.

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Throughout the cruises, EXC programming brings South America local traditions, culinary Cruise world’s longest river tastes and cultural experiences to life on board. Guests will experience a full immersion into Volendam sets sail in late November this year the natural wonders of the region, guided by Holon a 30-day Amazon Explorer voyage. The ship will sail throughout the Caribbean land America Line’s onboard Antarctic Explora-

Three days in Suzhou, China B

OASTING more than 2500 years of history, the oldest city in the Yangtze River region offers travellers a harmonious blend of evocative gardens, charming water towns, and enrapturing natural beauty.

tion Team. South America cruises feature a diverse selection of shore excursions that provide guests with an authentic experience at each port of call. Tours focus on culture, history, nature, architecture, adventure, culinary and family outings. The culinary-themed food and wine shore excursions showcase the regions’ food scene from a local perspective.

Exploring the Incan Empires Departing on September 23, Amsterdam sails a 21 to 35 day Incan Empires cruise from Seattle to San Diego down the Pacific coasts of North and South America, visiting Mexico, Panama, Ecuador, Peru, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Guatemala. The voyage includes an overnight in Callao (Lima), allowing time for a visit to Machu Picchu. Holland America Line also offers a 21-day cruise from Seattle to Callao. In addition to departures from Seattle, guests can book a 34- or 20-day segment from Vancouver; a 14- or 28-day segment from San Diego; or a 14-day sailing from Callao.

Named by Marco Polo himself as the “Venice of the East,” Suzhou is also famed For more information for its enchanting stone bridges, immaculate silk embroidery and delicious JiangsuFor personal service in booking your cruise and styled food. holiday extras contact your local travel agent. But what should you do if you only have three days to visit this city where nine of its classical gardens are recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites? In this article, the Pan Pacific Suzhou team proposes a three day Suzhou itinerary that is perfect for first-time visitors. Pack your walking shoes, get ready your camera and join us on a tranquil trip through this ancient haven for the soul. 1. Begin with a Morning Walk at Xitang Water Town. Step into the picturesque past with cobbled streets, ancient buildings and rustic stone bridges at the Xitang Water Town. A morning walk here gives you a glimpse of the quietly quaint small town life of local Suzhou residents. 2. Enjoy a Tranquil Evening at the Ancient Tongli Town. Earning the title of “The Oriental Venice,” Tongli is one of China’s best-preserved water towns with over 1000 years of history. Stroll in the soothing surrounds of Tuisi Garden. The garden boasts a collection of pavilions, bridges and terraces, built in a classic architectural style that is simple, elegant, clean and calming. 3. Luxuriate in the World Famous Humble Administrator’s Garden. By now, you are probably aware that picturesque Suzhou is filled with luscious gardens. If you only have time to visit one, however, make it the Humble Administrator’s Garden. First, feast your eyes on dense bamboo and pine forests, winding streams and verdant splashes of nature. Then explore the garden’s quaint pavilions, elegant parlours and decorated courtyards. 4. Witness the Art and Science of Suzhou Silk Production. Suzhou is famous for its silk production, and you can see first-hand how it is made at the Suzhou Silk Museum. Here, you will experience the whole process—from silkworms munching on mulberry leaves, spinning their cocoons, to the processing of fine silk from the cocoons. 5. Close Your Trip With a Sacred Mountain View. If you have just about enough time to squeeze in one more place of interest, head to the Lingshan Buddhist Scenic Spot. Here, you will be greeted by the world’s largest bronze Buddha structure—one that soars to a towering 88 metres in height. Surrounded by lush greenery, the popular destination features a majestic Brahma palace and Buddhist related sites. While you are here, do stop to admire the view of the vast expanse of mountains that envelop this scenic spot.

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Trade cattle yield pleasing returns Heavy manufacturing steers lifted 10c to 20c/ THERE were approximately 1350 export and 170 young cattle penned repre- kg for most. Cow prices continued to surge with senting an increase of 200 head week on averages lifting by 20c to 30c/kg. Heavy bulls gained 8c/kg. week. Yearling trade seers reached a top of 319c/ The usual buying group was present and competing in a dearer market. Quality remained mixed with a larger selection of steers and bullocks while trade cattle remained limited and cow supply declined. Trade cattle sold up to 20c/kg dearer. Grown steers and bullocks were a little mixed with some sales dearer while the result was generally firm. A handful of heavy heifers were dearer.

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kg. Yearling heifers to the trade sold from 265c to 315c/kg. Grown steers made between 287c and 334c/ kg. Bullocks sold between 305c and 348c/kg. A handful of heavy heifers made from 254c to 315c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold from 223c to 294c with the crossbred portion from 255c to 317c/kg. Most light and medium weight cows made between 175c and 242c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly between 204c and 273c/kg. Heavy bulls made from 215c to 263c/kg. The next sale draw - July 10: 1. Landmark, 2. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 3. SEJ, 4. Elders, 5. Alex Scott & Staff.

2 G. Fox, Mirboo 4 D. Meikle, A. Diving, Meeniyan COWS 3 B. & D. Summers, Fish Creek 3 Melaleuca Pastoral, Meeniyan 2 T. & M. Neesham, French Is 1 P. Nimmitbel Co, Jeetho 7 B. & D. Summers, Fish Creek

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Prime Sale - Wednesday, July 3 BULLOCKS 18 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 12 E.J. Charlton, Lower Plenty 12 M. & J. Forrester, Koorooman 10 J. Bentley, Leongatha South 1 T. & M. Neesham, French Is 15 Folicks Pty Ltd, Nerrena STEERS 3 M. Semmens, Maffra 3 G. & S. Admans, Nyora 15 M. Gobel, Stony Creek 1 P. & N. Hutchinson, Yinnar S 1 Moyarra Fine Foods 1 M. Hill, Drumdlemara HEIFERS 2 P. & N. Hutchinson, Yinnar S 4 K. & S. Breen, Buffalo 8 B. & D. Summers, Fish Creek 1 P. & P. O’Loughlin, Nerrena

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SEEKING BIDS: Dane Perczyk and Richard Kurtin of Alex Scott and Staff chase buyers Ivan Kulundic of Nyora sold Angus steers at the store sale and was chatting with Cody for 15 steers account of D Ogilvy of Callignee at the VLE Leongatha Store Sale. Loughridge of Landmark Leongatha.

In the poo: dung beetles improve soil health World renowned expert John Feehan spoke hills south of Loch to release a winter-active he said. A TINY wonder of nature is transform“This was done for environmental and proabout how people can care for beetles on their colony of dung beetles. ing soil quality to benefit farmers. The humble dung beetle makes soil healthier and more productive by interrupting parasite life cycles, aerating soil, cleaning paddocks and reducing fertiliser requirements. Dung beetles dig tunnels up to 30cm deep which they line with dung, fertilising the paddock and enabling water to percolate into the soil, and grass roots to access nutrients. This also improves habitat for earthworms. These were the benefits of dung beetles heard by more than 70 people at a dung beetle workshop hosted by South Gippsland Landcare Network at Kernot Community Centre recently.

property through measures such as the best practice management of pesticides and herbicides. “It is important that farmers ensure the chemicals they use, particularly drenches, don’t harm beetles, as the wrong drench can kill eggs and juvenile beetles, decimating colonies which then take years to recover,” he said. “Research reveals that Moxidectin is the molecule that is friendliest for beetles.” Following a soup lunch at the hall, attendees moved to landholder Adam Tran’s farm in the

Participants placed handfuls of beetles in fresh cow dung, where the beetles will feed and then pair off, dig a tunnel and breed. In three years’ time, the colony should be well established and spread to neighbouring properties. Mr Tran has seen the success of dung beetles first hand. “I had success with my old farm introducing dung beetles and allowing them to bury all waste where it’s needed a foot underground,”

MG settles class action A CLASS action against former dairy co-operative Murray Goulburn has been settled. Murray Goulburn Co-operative Co. Limited (MG) and MG Responsible Entity Limited, as responsible entity of the MG Unit Trust, have reached an agreement to settle the Endeavour River class action. The action was started on August 20, 2018 by Endeavour River Pty Ltd in the Federal Court of Australia. The claim was brought on behalf of people who acquired an interest in fully paid units in the MG Unit Trust between 2015 and 2016. The settlement of the Endeavour River class action, which is without admission of liability, is subject to Federal Court approval. The settlement amount is $42 million inclusive of interest and costs, about 80 percent of which will be funded by insurance. MG will contribute the remaining portion of the settlement amount and intends to recover this amount from an insurer third party. A second class action - the Webster class action – is outstanding.

duction reasons. “I highlight the production aspect because the average cow produces nearly 20kg of manure a day and 25kg for dairy animals. “On my property this equates to one tonne of manure left behind daily by the 50 mature cows, not counting the 50 calves.” Mr Tran said dung beetles bury the dung before bush flies can breed, which reduces pink eye, feeds the pasture at the root zone, increases aeration/water infiltration and reduces intestinal worm burden. For information about upcoming Landcare events, visit sgln.net.au

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Coastal town attracts Crystal PROPERTY ADMINISTRATOR FINANCE ADMINISTRATION ROLE Southern Cranes has a permanent part time position (4 days) at our Leongatha office for a Finance/Administration person. We are seeking an enthusiastic, versatile, team orientated person who can use their initiative in a busy work environment. Your duties will be varied and include: • All finance and office duties, including payroll and monthly reporting • Scheduling of works • Customer liaison • Assisting with OH&S systems Successful applicant must have: • Experience in Reckon and Microsoft Suite • Experience in similar role • Ability to multi task, problem solve and prioritise • Excellent communication skills • A strong track record as a self motivated, friendly and proactive team player Please email your application and resume to kylie@southerncranes.com.au Applications close Friday 12th July

Stockdale & Leggo Mirboo North are looking for a part time professional (3 days per week) to join our team! Responsibilities: • General administration support to property & sales managers • Demonstrated ability to build relationships • Creating and coordinating marketing material • Provide guidance and assistance with property enquiries • Identifying further business opportunities • Diary & database management Requirements: • Ability to work independently • Strong communication skills • Presentable, reliable & motivated • Strong computer & social media skills • Organised with high attention to detail • Agent’s Representative Certification (desired) MUST be available for 2 Saturdays per month to conduct property inspections or occasional open houses. Saturday hours 9.00am – 12.30pm. TO APPLY please email your expression of interest along with your resume to emma.evans@stockdaleleggo.com.au or call 03 5668 1300 to discuss

Are you looking for a career in Paediatrics? At Latrobe Community Health Service you’ll be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We’re dedicated to providing you with career opportunities, through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community. We are currently expanding with new services and a number of exciting paediatric opportunities are available for allied health professionals. Latrobe Community Health Service (LCHS) proudly boasts the fastest growing Paediatric services in Gippsland. We provide a holistic approach to health for children aged 0-17, their families/carers and the local community to ensure our clients receive the best outcomes possible. We currently have permanent full time or part time, positions available for; • Speech Pathologists (Grade 1 and 2) • Physiotherapist (Grade 2) • Occupational Therapists (Grade 1 and 2)

BUYING or selling a home is no small feat. Most people dream of owning their own home – it’s something many of us aspire to even as children. For Crystal-Jae Harrison, genuine satisfaction comes from helping clients find their perfect home or sell their property at a great price. “I love helping people to achieve their dreams, It’s quite an adrenaline rush,” she said. Her job position, a real estate sales associate, entails answering to the director at LJ Hooker, Allan Mann, running appraisals, property listings, and showing clients properties, to name a few responsibilities. Originally from New Zealand, it was the lifestyle of Inverloch and surrounds that drew Mrs Harrison here. Not only was the location a drawcard for her family, but so was the chance of a career in with LJ Hooker. “It’s a beautiful little coastal town to raise children and probably one of the most beautiful coastlines,” she said. “And it’s only an hour and a half from the city. “I have four children and they all love it here.” With a passion for her job, and a genuine love of the area she is assisting clients to settle in, Mrs Harrison is well equipped for a career in real estate. Prior to moving here three years ago, she worked as a freelancer within business management and marketing, and owned her own day spa. “I wrote the procedure manual for Harrods London for their whole day spa which was a bit of a career highlight,” she said. This background was valuable experience and allowed Mrs Harrison to make a smooth transition into real estate. “It’s good to have a business background or be familiar with the sales process,” she advised. Like any fast paced job, working in real estate has its challenges, but one that might sur-

SECRETARY / MANAGER Compassionate, reliable person required, with office management and computer skills. For further information please contact Sec / Manager, Shirleyanne Wright 0439 622 260

These roles will sit within an experienced and highly skilled team who are exposed to a wide variety of presenting cases and working environments and are able to get to know their clients as they work with them over time.

At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters. To see the full position description and to apply, go to lchs.com.au careers

Acute Care Nurses (Division 1) wanted ICU/PICU experience preferred but not essential Wanted for home care in Leongatha area who love the outdoors and having fun! Due to nature of program, females are encouraged to apply. Please contact Patrik 0n 041 094 2230 or email patrik@intensivecareathome.com

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We are an equal opportunity employer and therefore, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment. We are partnered with Job Access and pledged to Soldier On. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and identities, LGBTIQ+ people, people with a lived experience of disability and service personnel and their families to name a few. We will make reasonable adjustments when required. We are a child safe organisation. Successful applicants will be required to obtain a satisfactory security clearance and an Employee Working with Children Check before we can make any offer of employment.

prise you. “People think the hardest part is making the sales, but it’s listing the property that is the most challenging part,” Mrs Harrison revealed. “It’s important to know how to put a sale and package together that is appealing to the vendor.” Her current role is one Mrs Harrison considered for about 10 years and when this opportunity arose, she seized it. For someone considering a role in real estate, Mrs Harrison said it would suit a “people person who knows how to communicate with all walks of life.”

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For more information about opportunities in our Paediatric team, please contact Karen Pettifer, Team Leader – Paediatric Services or Emma Wilson, Recruitment HR Business Partner on 1800 242 696.

SELLING PARADISE: The lifestyle of Inverloch is what prompted Crystal-Jae Harrison to make the move and what makes her job so enjoyable: she loves the land she’s selling.

Do you have experience in an operations, maintenance or equivalent industry? Looking for a role in which you can make a real difference? Do you have an understanding of water/sewer/network or other equivalent infrastructure? Willing to participate in an after-hours on call roster?

Located in idyllic South Gippsland, with beautiful beaches and National Parks on the doorstep, you will have the best of the South Gippsland and Bass Coast region close by. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit www.sgwater.com.au for a copy of the Position Description and information on how to apply. More Information: x Greg Baud on 03 5682 0440 x People and Culture on 03 5682 0471 (For general employment enquiries) Applications close Monday 22 July at 9:00am.

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Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching Full time Category B, to commence Term 4 2019 or by negotiation All Staff must demonstrate an active commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school. Mary MacKillop College is a Child-Safe school. For further information please visit our website or contact the Principal’s Personal Assistant, Carly Kitchingman ckitchingman@mmcrc.catholic.edu.au. Applications close 9am, Monday 29 July 2019.

Expression of Interest Community Advisory Commi ee Members Gippsland PHN is part of a na onal 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 ďŹ ed health needs. The PHN core func ons: support to general prac ce, system integra on, health planning and commissioning are designed to address iden ďŹ ed 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 organisa on is seeking expressions of interest for four Community Advisory Commi ee Members to commence 1 August 2019, for a three-year term. The Community Advisory Commi ee will report directly to Gippsland PHN Board, and comprises of 10-12 members across Gippsland, to represent the perspec ves’ of, and inuence; consumers, carers and/or pa ent experience of the primary health system in Gippsland.

How to apply All poten al nominees should review the online informa on and complete the Expression of Interest form available at www.gphn.org.au/about-us/careers For more informa on, please contact Gippsland PHN CEO, Amanda Proposch on email Amanda.Proposch@ gphn.org.au or phone: 03 5175 5444. Applica ons Close 21 July 2019.

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SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE COUNCIL NOTICE OF AN APPLICATION FOR A DEVELOPMENT PLAN The land affected by the application is located at: 77 Gibson Street, Leongatha being Lot 1 LP 212865, Lot 2 PS 404151, Lot 1 PS 404151, Lot 2 PS 330446. The application is for a permit to: Staged Subdivision of the land into approximately 600 Lots. The Application Reference Number is: EF/19/329. You may look at the Application and any documents that support the Application at the office of the Responsible Authority - South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, 9 Smith Street, Leongatha 3953, Telephone: 5662 9200. This can be done during office hours (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm) and is free of charge. The application can also be viewed on Council's Website at www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/DP09 Any person who may be affected by the approval of the Development Plan may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority. An objection must: • be sent to the Responsible Authority in writing • include the reasons for the objection and • state how the objector would be affected. If you object, the Responsible Authority will tell you of its decision. Privacy Notification: The responsible authority must make a copy of every objection available at its office for any person to inspect during office hours free of charge until the end of the period during which an application may be made for review of a decision on the application. The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application before 26 July 2019. Submissions can be received after this date up until a decision is made.

Form A SOUTH GIPPSLAND SHIRE COUNCIL NOTICE OF AN APPLICATION FOR A PLANNING PERMIT Pursuant to Section 52(1) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 The land affected by the application is located at: 13B-15 Mine Road, Korumburra VIC 3950 being L1 SP36750A Parish of Korumburra. The application is for a permit to: Use land for restricted recreation facility (pilates). The applicant for the permit is: S. Lonsdale. The Application Reference Number is: 2019/40. You may look at the application and any documents that support the application at the office of the Responsible Authority - South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, 9 Smith Street, Leongatha 3953, Telephone: 5662 9200. This can be done during office hours (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm) and is free of charge. Applications are also available to be viewed on Council's Website at www.southgippsland. vic.gov.au Any person who may be affected by the granting of the permit may object or make other submissions to the Responsible Authority. An objection must: • be sent to the Responsible Authority in writing • include the reasons for the objection and • state how the objector would be affected. If you object, the Responsible Authority will tell you its decision. Privacy Notification: The responsible authority must make a copy of every objection available at its office for any person to inspect during office hours free of charge until the end of the period during which an application may be made for review of a decision on the application. The Responsible Authority will not decide on the application before 14 days after the date of this Notice. Submissions can be received after this date up until a decision is made. Dated: 9.7.2019

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for sale FIREWOOD, redgum and local wood. Ph: 0408-980711. MOTOR SCOOTER 125cc / Arqin - Vespa type, 1750km, reg FK590 - 9/19, RWC, ex cond, $850. Ph: 56722202. SCOOTER, Breeze IV (Scooters Australia, good order $1,000. Ph: 0408-053030.

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MERCEDES BENZ wagon, ML270, CDI diesel, XYR351, 175,000km, $5,500 inc GST. Ph: 0418-561290.

EYGENRAAM (nee Tait) - Myra Ellen. Nana miss you in so many ways, We miss the things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all. Love Nat, Brett, Zahra and Molly.

work wanted ATN Property Maintenance Gardening, lawn mowing and property maintenance. Mirboo North and surrounding suburbs, $65 hourly rate for 2 people. Find us on Facebook to see some of our work and references. Ph: 0408221282.

personal BIANCA Busty blonde 0488-148857, SWA 6664XE. One day only, Thursday, July 11.

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FARRAR - Jack. 4.7.2009 Ten long years have passed since we said our goodbyes. You’re with me every day in my heart and thoughts. God bless my darling, your ever loving wife Lily and family.

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AUCTION Monster Antique Auction & Furniture Clearance ON SUNDAY, JULY 14 At 9 Mine Road, Korumburra Starting at 10.30am sharp Viewing can be done from 9.30am on the day Keep an eye on Facebook for photos relating to this Auction Any enquiries phone 0409 404 612 etc.

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deaths

funerals

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GEARY - Beryl. July 19, 2004 It’s 15 years since you passed away. I loved you then and I still do. Till we meet again. Jim. xxx

HARRISON - Geoff. We would like to express our sincere condolences to Mavis, Bruce, Melissa and the Harrison family on the loss of Geoff. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. From the MDUFNC Committee and members.

EBERY - A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Mrs Caroline May Ebery will be held at the Uniting Church, Fairbank Road, Arawata on WEDNESDAY July 10, 2019 commencing at 12pm.

RINTOULE -The Funeral Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr Leslie George (Les) Rintoule will be held at the Grandstand Complex, Leongatha Recreation Reserve, Roughead Street, Leongatha on TUESDAY July 9, 2019 commencing at 11am. Private Burial.

HEPPELL - Col. Fond memories of a dear Husband, Father and Pa who passed away 14.7.07, aged 76 years. Love Gwen and family. LESTER - Henry Brown (Lal) 9.7.2017 Lal missing you each day. Your loving wife Barbara. Precious memories forever.

deaths DUFFUS Donald John. 13.10.1947 - 4.7.2019 Much loved brother of Bryan, brother-in-law of Margaret (dec). Cherished uncle of Julie, Narelle, David, Iain and Peter, and their families. Died peacefully at Hervey Bay, Qld. A man of honour, selfless to the end. Forever in our hearts. EBERY - Caroline May (nee James). 08.06.1925 - 02.07.2019 Passed away peacefully at Korumburra Hospital. Late of Fairbank. Dearly loved wife of Stan (dec). Dearly loved mother of Helen, Bruce and Jane, Paul and Janet, Russell and Jane, and Peter. Loved Granny of Rupert, Tahlia and Alyssa. Reunited with Stan at last. EYGENRAAM (nee Tait) - Myra. 28.07.1934 - 02.07.2019 Loving wife and soul mate of Harry for 60 years. Loving mother of Lynda, Steven and Ally, Thelma and John, Paul and Tanya. Treasured grandmother of Natalie, Jason, Adam, Carley, Tristan, Carl, Felicity, Tanya, Damian, Bentia, Kodi and Paige. Great grandmother of 14. Fought a courageous battle. Now at peace. Forever in our hearts. HARRISON - Geoff. Condolences to Mavis, Valerie, Bruce, Rodney, and families. You had a well lived life and fought hard with this latest battle. We have so many memories of you in our lives. From your brother Lindsay, sister-in-law Gwen (dec) and uncle to Robyn, Pam, Kathy, Mick, and families. HARRISON - Geoffrey. Brother of Dudley and Ruth, uncle of Rhonda, Leonie, Belinda, Cynthia, Sandra, and families.

A Private Family Interment will precede McRAE - Margaret Mary the above Service. (Midge). In lieu of flowers, (nee McBride) donations may be made Late of “Cloverdale” to Gippsland Southern Dalyston and formerly Health Service of “Oak Hill” San Remo. Korumburra. Envelopes Aged 86 years. will be available at the Email Passed away peacefully Service. your adverts on June 29, 2019 surrounded by her to The Star loving family. ads@thestar.com.au Loved wife of Kevin (dec). Loved and loving Mum and mother-in-law of Gerard and Catherine, deaths deaths Len and Heather, Josie and Bruce, Chris (dec), Tess and Mike (dec), Talk to a locally owned Pre-planning business serving Gippslanders Jacinta (dec), Mike, Lisa your funeral is for over 125 years. and Jim. one way you Leongatha Much loved Nana to her can make 24 grandchildren and 32 03 5639 9111 a difficult great grandchildren. time easier Mum and Dad reunited. for your loved ones. Forever in our Hearts. STALLARD - Rae (nee Dowel). 30.8.1956 - 29.6.2019 Rae passed away suddenly and peacefully while on holiday in the sun, on World Scleroderma Day. While saddened by our loss, we are grateful that her long suffering with Scleroderma is now over. We will celebrate her life at the Foster Football Club on Saturday, July 13 between 2-4pm. Rob, Bede and Hannah, Callie and Clint, and grand kids Luca, Kye, Jude, Mahalia and Jorgie. We love you to the moon and back.

STALLARD AR - Raeleen Mary (Dowel). Dearly loved daughter of Bob and Vera Dowel. Much loved sister to Kelvin and Helen, adored auntie to Cameron, Liza, Dakota and Max Dowel; Leesa, Darren, Maddison, Harper and Taylon Pocklington. Adored sister of Robert and Natasha and loving Auntie Rar to Zac and Jaya Dowel. A special friend of Peter, Terri, Cameron and Jake Mantus. You were taken by surprise, No chance to say our goodbyes, It broke our hearts to let you go, More than anyone could ever know. Our love for you will always be the same, Forever in our hearts you will remain. STALLARD - Raeleen Mary (Dowel). Dearly loved niece of Elaine and Reg, loved cousin of Tiffany, Paige, and families. Memories of you are ours to keep.

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SPREADING WORD: Friends of Agnes Falls’ Kathy Whelan shows off the new brochures about Agnes Falls.

Agnes Falls is a must see TWO new brochures spruik the beauty of Agnes Falls in the hills behind Toora. One brochure gives information about the geography and geology of the Agnes River and Scenic Reserve, how the falls were formed, the water supply derived from the Agnes River catchment and why the area is called Agnes. The second brochure gives information about the flora and fauna at the reserve picnic ground and nearby bushland. The 2000 brochures are the work of Friends of Agnes Falls and were funded with a grant from South Gippsland Shire Council. The brochures will be available for visitors at visitor information centres at Leongatha, Foster and Yarram, at the Agnes Falls Reserve picnic shelter and other outlets.

MILESTONE REACHED: Peter Lee savours the feeling of turning 90.

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A STALWART of the Toora community celebrated his 90th birthday recently. Peter Lee marked the milestone with family from Melbourne at the Fish Creek Hotel and then the party continued on another day with a gathering at Toora’s Royal Standard Hotel with local friends and a special friend from Sydney. Although Peter came to South Gippsland to retire in October 1995, he has been an active member of the community ever since. Peter has been involved with the Toora and District Community Progress Association, the Toora Highway Markets, the Welshpool Horticultural Society, and the Toora Heritage Pear Orchard, to name a few. He is now involved with the Friends of Agnes Falls and the Tarra Territory Tourism Committee, and is looking forward to the Agnes Falls cantilevered viewing platform coming to fruition later this year or early next year. In 2016 Peter was awarded an Order of Australia Medal and received the Corner Inlet Citizen of the Year Award on Australia Day this year. As he plans to live to 100, who knows what else lies in store.

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From left: William Davis, Jeffrin Matthews, Bayley Nicholas and Sam Bright all played well on the night, with Sam and Bayley taking out the B Grade doubles.

Great night of badminton

From left: Greg Marshman, Glenn Cleveland, Rob Brownlow and Tim Bright. Tim and Rob battled to win the Open doubles.

THE Leongatha Badminton Club’s testing this event and some of the matches leading championships night was full of top up to the final were wonderful contests. The B Grade singles event also had many enquality badminton and excellent matches thusiastic players keen to claim a trophy. to decide 2019’s club champions. After many matches, it was Sam Bright who

The blue ribbon event, the men’s open singles champion was contested by two stalwarts of the club in Greg Marshman and Frank Dekker. The match was far closer than the scores would indicate, with much of the luck going Marshman’s way to Dekker’s frustration. While Greg may be ageing physically, his game is still timeless. He again secured the win and his seventh club championship, equal to that of great mate Neil Jeremiah. A top effort by Greg. The men’s open doubles provided the best badminton of the evening with four pairs playing in a round robin format. Many of the sets going to the wire, only being decided by a point or two. In an absorbing final, doubles specialist Tim Bright and the ‘Jack in the Box’ Rob Brownlow turned on a magnificent display to edge out Greg Marshman and Glenn ‘Tom Hanks’ Kleeven in a set that left all four players exhausted. Well done to Tim and Rob who had never played together before. The A Reserve men’s final was a whitewash as the red hot Tom Dudley kept his form going against a shell shocked Alan McEachern who seemed to wilt under the extreme pressure applied by Dudley. Congratulations to Tom who defended his title from last year. It appears married life is suiting Tom very well. It was great to see so many keen players con-

proved too good for Wil Davies. Sam has had a great year and has shown massive improvement as the season has progressed. Well done to both players. The final event for the evening was the B Grade doubles event, also played in a round robin format. The winning pair narrowly got up by nine points, being Sam Bright and Bailey Nicholas. A special mention to Bailey who is improving all the time and he also did tons of umpiring all night. The runners up were Wil Davies and Jeffrin Matthews, two of our upcoming young stars. The championships were well run by Greg Marshman and Alan McEachern and the club thanks them greatly. Greg Marshman (left) and Frank Dekker Tom Dudley (left) and Alan McEachern. We have a week off for school holidays and (right) played out an enthralling Open cham- Both battled it out in the A Reserve singles resume normal play on July 16.

Results

pionship, with Greg the resulting winner.

with Tom the winner.`

Open championship: G. Marshman, runner-up F. Dekker. Open doubles: T. Bright and R. Brownlow, runner-up G. Marshman and G. Kleeven. A Reserve singles: T. Dudley, runner-up A. McEachern. B Grade singles: S. Bright, runner-up W. Davies. B Grade doubles: S. Bright and B. Nicholas, runner-up W. Davies and J. Mathews.

William Davis (left) and Sam Bright enjoyed their night of badminton.

Parkrun’s holiday fun at Mirboo North A Reserve tournament finalists (L-R): Braden Andrighetto, Brad Scott, Jack Donohue, Denis JODIE Pincini was this week’s run director, guidFor every parkrun, there is a volunteer tail Donohue. Missing from photo are David Walkley and Mitch Stivic. ing volunteers Jaci, Pam, Chris, Kat, Lani, Lucy, walker to ensure the wellbeing of all participants.

Wonthaggi Table Tennis Championships WONTHAGGI Table Tennis A Reserve Championships were held recently, with some thrilling matches played on the night. Jack Donohue and Braden Andrighetto battled out the main event of the night - the open singles. They had a tough run to get there, with Braden knocking out David Walkley in his semi and Jack rose to the occasion with a win over Brad Scott. Jack was on fire and defeated leading A Reserve player Braden in a thriller 11-8, 7-11, 11-8. It was the final match of the night and had everyone on the edge of their seats.

Other event finalists on the night were David Walkley, Mitch Stivic and Denis Donohue. A Grade, A Reserve, B Grade, AAA and Junior Coaching resume after the school holidays. A Reserve semi finals will be played on Monday July 15, commencing at 6pm. Social table tennis continues on Wednesdays and Saturdays, 12pm to 2pm. All welcome. For further information contact Nancy on 56744628.

Sam, Carmel and Linda, during a successful Saturday event. There was a smaller turnout for the Grand Ridge Trail parkrun, with many away for the school holidays, but it was still an enjoyable day. Our young gun Daniel crossed the finish line first. In the next week or so, Daniel will represent Mirboo North at the state championship cross country event. There was a bye for the A-Grade netball team this week and some of the team took part in parkrun. Jessie, Dani, Miki and Christina all completed the 5kms in their personal best times.

The bonus of being the tail walker is you earn points both as a participant of parkrun and as a volunteer. See everyone next Saturday morning at 7.45am at the Mirboo North entrance to the rail trail. Grand Ridge Rail Trail parkrun is a free event – five kilometres run, walk jog, held every Saturday morning. Grand Ridge Rail Trail parkrun would like to knowledge the Traditional Owner’s past, present and emerging on the land that parkrun takes place. During NAIDOC Week celebrations we encourage everyone to get behind this year’s theme of Voice. Treaty. Truth. Let’s work together.

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REASON TO SMILE: Winners of the Thursday mufti social bowls at the Inverloch Bowl- Winners of the Inverloch Bowling Club Sunday mufti social bowls were, from left, Sarina ing Club on July 4 were, from left, Shirley Turton, John Turner (skip), Chris Gillman and Bonnici, Keith Cousens (skip) and Jenny Haydon. Robbie Howard.

Inverloch AGAIN terrific weather conditions were enjoyed by the 38 bowlers who gathered at the Inverloch Bowling Club on Thursday, July 4 to contest a fours match over two games, each of 12 ends. Bowling commenced on slick rinks, covered in fine dew and not a breath of wind. During the second game, after lunch, a breeze came in from the east which changed bowling conditions a little. Despite the excellent playing conditions, only three teams managed to remain unbeaten, which reflected the evenness of the competition on the day. The hard luck story of the day went to the team of Mal-

colm Marshall (skip), Steve Snelling, Yvonne Kee and Jenny Haydon who ended with a win and a draw and a total of 29 points. The hard luck is that with an extra shot in their first game, they would have been on even terms with the ultimate winner. Hard luck, guys. The runners up, with two wins and 30 points, were Carol Waters (skip), Joyce Arnold and Edith Perrett. The winners, also with two wins but 34 points were John Turner (skip), Robbie Howard, Chris Gillman and Shirley Turton. The lucky draw winners were Gavin Blew, Jay Alan Dale, Edith Perrett, Joan Clark and Carol Thorn. The Sunday bowlers had the best of both

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

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worlds with perfect weather conditions and a free sausage sizzle for lunch, before heading to the green for a fours match over two games of 10 ends each. Two teams were undefeated with both registering a win and then playing out a draw against each other. The runners up, with 27 points were Carol Waters (skip), Ivy Sheppard and Jim Haydon. One point ahead, on 28 points were the winners, Keith Cousens (skip), Sarina Bonnici and Jenny Haydon. The lucky draw winners on the day were: Jenny Haydon, Jim Haydon, Carol Waters and Ivy Sheppard. Friday, July 5, 2019 saw nearly 70 people attend the Inverloch Bowling Club dinner, with roast lamb being on the menu. Again, the biggest spinning wheel in town, ably spun by Reg and overseen by Neil, provided good fun. Items from Jack’s mail bag drew almost riotous laughter from the audience; not sure whether it was the humour or Reg’s delivery. To be part of the next dinner, scheduled for Friday, July 19, be sure to register your name or book a table. Bookings will close off on Thursday, July 18. The next Inverloch Bowling Club membership draw is scheduled for Friday, July 12 when a jackpot of $130 will be on offer. Some lucky member will also take away Jack’s Envelope major prize or a bottle of wine. Bookings for the evening are not required but to take off the jackpot you will need to be inside the clubhouse at the time of the draw. Also, only one of Jack’s Envelopes may be held by any one person in the room.

Buffalo indoor Wednesday, July 3 BOWLERS at Buffalo were pleased to have Jenny and Colin Dowel join them for an enjoy-

able night’s bowling. After three teams of three and one of four were selected, two games of 15 ends were played. On mat one, in the first game Danah Suckling, Mary Tumino and Gary Stirling scored on nine of the 15 ends and beat Peter Tiziani, Joy Dyson and Colin Dowel 18-11. On the other mat after nine ends scores were level at nine-all. However after the 15 ends were played Bill Wolswinkel, Charlie Tumino, Carolyn Benson and Illene Tiziani out scored Toni Heldens, Stephen Suckling and Jenny Dowel and won 18-12. In the second game after the 15 ends Toni, Stephen and Jenny won a close game against Danah, Mary and Gary winning 11-10. A one sided game on the other mat with Peter, Colin and Joy bowling well and beating Bill, Carolyn, Charlie and Illene 20-9. At the end of the night all four teams had a win and a loss. The winners were Danah, Mary and Gary (WL) 16 ends + six shots; second Peter, Joy and Colin (LW) 16 ends + four shots; third Toni, Stephen and Jenny (LW) 14 ends; fourth Bill, Carolyn, Charlie and Illene (WL) 13 ends. Everyone wished Bill a happy birthday for Saturday. Social bowls Wednesday, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall. All welcome.

it was Kristy who drove to Mardan. Kristy has not been for sometime but she seemed to remember how to get the bowl where it was needed most of the time. Grandkids or parents night, whatever you prefer, seemed to be interesting to say the least. The winners for evening with two wins were champion bowler Vito Serafino with the assistance of Kristy Rutjens. They had a score of two wins and 14 ends. The runners up for the night were young Bert Bright’s team. Bert’s team also had two wins and scored 13 ends. Jeanette Grady played second and Sadie Oldis lead the team. Two games of 10 ends using six bowls were played for the competition. On the pennant front, we have to report a defeat this week, after a fairly strong start and an even middle to three quarter time, only to go down in the last quarter to Korumburra. Mardan has another chance to get to the final if they can win next week. That’s all for this week. RG.

Mirboo North Hello Kookaburras. This week Mirboo North turned on a cold day for our visitors. Well, I guess it is winter

bowls after all. Regretfully some of our elder bowlers were feeling it rather hard, but one cheerful soul said it was still better to bowl than be home watching rubbish on television. The club’s sponsor for the day was our local garage and RACV repairer Ken Graeme Motors. The jackpot is only $50 but will continue to grow for at least another week. There were four winners of four games this week. The good thing was the usual players who regularly did not get up this week. The meat tray was taken home by Kevin Queale and Graeme Roberts. Their team was skippered by the irrepressible Lyn Bloc. Well done Lyn and team. The line up for the chooks was the Blancato mob from Foster; Seb skipped, Dino and Lucy Vinocci did their usual best. Maurie Briscoe has been standing around waiting for the grass to grow so he can test the rider mower that has been away for repair. The treasurer Graeme Roberts asked the greenkeeper Phil Stimson, “How does it go?” “Well it backed off the trailer,” was the nonchalant reply. Keep laughing till next week. RG.

SGIBBA Finals are here! And after playing the first and second semis, we see Korumburra Blue with a week off, and heading straight to the grand final. It was a great game of bowls to watch and not much in it until around the last six ends and Korumburra Blue stepped up their pace to win the game by a good 17 shots. The other game between Dumbalk and Korumburra White was exceptional. The scores were even or within one to two shots of each other all night. This was a close battle coming right down to the last end, with Korumburra White eventually winning by two shots. They will now meet Mardan in the preliminary this Tuesday night. Well done to everyone, great matches and more to look forward to. On Sunday, July 14, we will be holding our annual big event, our Mirboo North and District Community Bank Branch Tournament. We have visitors from the Valley and even further down south. It’s a great day and we look forward to seeing everyone there.

South West Gippsland Midweek Bowls Winners: Michael Dady (s), Sean McWilliams, Betty Cowan. Runners-up: Bill Williams (s), Jill Demo, Ken McDonald. One game winner: Bob Glogoski (s), Laurie Bell, Pauline McWilliams, Haydon Cave. Thursday, July 4 Midweek Bowls was played at Lang Lang with 35 bowlers. The day was perfect for bowling, more like a spring day. There was lots of good banter and laughter, but as always there must be winners and losers. There were some high scores and scoring results had taken a little longer. Thank you to Helen and Chloe in the kitchen for their delicious homemade salad rolls and plate salads, as always. Thank you to our own midweek member Alan in the bar for our refreshments. Well done Alan. Next week we will bowl at Corinella. BYO lunch 10.30am at venue for 11am start. Dress mufti come along and have a great day of fun and good company. All welcome. For more information or to register contact Peter on 5678 5974.

Mardan Hello bowlers. This week it was grandkids week or was it grandparents week? Jeanette Grady and myself brought along our grandchildren from the city to have a bowl. They are Heath and twin girls Ella and Sadie, and they put down some bowls that amused and amazed at times. Bev Greenwood had her granddaughter Kristy Rutjens along as well or it might be more appropriate to say South West Gippsland Mid Week Bowls Group winners for July 4 were Sean McWilliams Kristy brought Bev, as (3), Bet Cowan (L) and Michael Dady (skip).

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TOP SHOTS: Lyn McIvor and Jan Hewitt had a stellar day at Korumburra.

Woorayl Ladies A NUMBER of ladies have now trekked north to ‘chase the warmth’, so there was a small field of nine enthusiasts who took on the course for the Monthly Medal on Wednesday, July 3. The weather was very indifferent. Given that forecasters ‘Jane’ and ‘Google’ had both ‘signed off’ on a dry day, this was not to be. There were showers through the middle of the round that caught most by surprise – with players racing to find umbrellas. The fairways were found to be rain-affected, being on the slow side. The greens, however, still carried pace. Congratulations to our July Monthly medal winner Anne Grist (23), who made it backto-back wins, with a 79 nett having taken out June’s event as well. Down the line balls went to Sharyn Rayson (14) with 82 nett and Inge Giliam (29) with 84 nett. The putting for the day went to Inge Giliam with 31. The nearest the pins were Elly Berryman on the 8th and 11th and Anne Grist on the 17th. This week: Doris Chambers Foursomes Stableford.

Woorayl Men’s A QUALITY field of 25 pairs headed out on Saturday to participate in a hotly contested qualifying event for the time honoured A and G Wilson board event. The game was 4BBB par, which is fine if you are playing well, but very difficult if you are not quite on top of your game. A fantastic array of prizes were generously provided by popular members and great mates Trent Walters and Tom Ryan. Thanks guys, your support is very much appreciated and I am sure the winners will enjoy the

spoils of victory. The winners with an outstanding score of +9 were our sponsors Tom and Trent. The pair had played a match play board event against each other the day before, so it was good to see they could still get along and participate. The win for Tom was the only win he had over the weekend with Trent being victorious in their singles match and his beloved Magpies embarrassing themselves against a quality Hawks outfit on Friday night. The runners up on a four way countback with +8 were Warren Turner and Matt Smith who combined very well to take home the chocolates. Balls down the line went to Ross Winkler and Peter Burgess, Brian Wilson and Geoff McKinnon, Kevin Riseley and Col Gillespie, all with +8, Brett Stubbs and Ash Peters +7 and lastly Ed Poole and Bob Beilby with +6 on a count back from two other pairs. NTP on the 8th was Ross Winkler and on the 17th Marcus Wallace. Marcus Wallace and his group also won the ball raffle. The encouragement award this week went to the pairing of Gav Price and Ray Sullivan with a disappointing -4. Many expected a better showing from this pair, who usually feature prominently at the top end of the field. As far as the main event goes, the four top scoring pairs have qualified to play off in 4BBB match play for the honour of having their names inscribed on the A and G Wilson display board in the clubhouse. Trent and Tom will play Brian and Geoff and Warren and Matt will play Ross and Peter. Good luck to all teams. Next week is a round of par, sponsored by Leongatha Garden

Supplies. Come along and test your skills in one of the more difficult formats of the game.

Korumburra Men’s Competition Results Saturday, July 6 (Men’s Monthly Medal) ANOTHER beautiful sunny day greeted the 36 golfers who played the Bendigo Banksponsored Monthly Medal. The mild winter weather allowed a little more run on the fairways, and many players faced a few three-putts because the greens were running fast. There was even a four putt. Ouch! The winner of the monthly medal and B Grade this month was Bob “Jack” Newton, with a net 69 over Mat Wrigley on c/b. The winner in A Grade was Mat Wrigley with a Nett 69. NTP: 1st Tim Fowles, 7th Steve Webster, 10th Paul Hopkins and 13th Bob Newton.

net. Lyn is certainly in good form of late, so that handicap could start dropping further. Runner up on the day was Jan Hewitt (26) with 79 net on a count back from Lee Clements. Nearest the pins went to Barb Walker on the 1st Jan Hewitt on the 10th and Jenny Blackmore on the 13th. On Saturday the beautiful weather enticed seven players to participate in the RB stroke round. Once again the winner was Lyn McIvor (19) with 79 net closely followed by runner up Lee Clements (12) with 80 net. The RB scratch winner was Lee Clements with 92 gross. The only nearest the pin was taken by Lyn McIvor on the 13th.

LADIES WINNERS: Leongatha golfers, from left, Fran O’Brien Medal/B Grade, Vicki Milner C Grade, Joc Howson A Grade, Pat Pease B Grade Scratch.

There was a bun fight between four players to see who was the July Medal winner. A Grade was a tussle between Marg Johnson and Geraldine Prentice. Marg scraped in by one shot with a score of 84 (12) 72 from Geraldine 93 (20) 73. Marg won the scratch score while Geraldine has a day our on the greens with only 28 puts on the day. B Grade was decided by a countback where Ivy Ruby 95 (22) 73 was awarded the prize from Robyn Wilkinson 94 (22) 73 net as well. Ivy won the NTP prize on the 8th. C Grade was won by Leonie Bentick 108 (31) 77 which included a birdie chip in on the 8th hole BDL awarded to Robyn Wilkinson 73, Geraldine Prentice 73, Catherine Bolding Wonthaggi 77, Jan Beaumont 79, Heather Wintle 80, Sev Ladies THE July Monthly Piasente 82 and KayMedal was played in lene Hodgetts 83. fine but heavy condiLeongatha tions. While there was Ladies no run on the sodden fairways, the greens July Monthly Medal Wednesday, July 3 were allowing the pins to be attacked as the THE day was fine, exballs were “sticking”. Much repairing cept for a brief shower of pug marks on the as 29 women played a stroke round to contest greens was required.

the July Monthly medal. This was also the Silver Spoon playoff. The course was long, with many pin placements at the back of the greens and tee markers on the “tombstones”. The scores reflected the tough conditions. There is always a bright star and today it was Fran O’Brien. Fran returned the best overall score to win the Monthly medal/B Grade by one shot During her very good back nine Fran also collected the Nearest the Pin trophies on both the 14th and 16th holes. On 14th she finished 4.1 metres from the hole and the shot to 16 was even closer, a mere two metres short of the pin. Well done Fran! A grade was won by Joc Howson 105 – 23 – 82 net. C Grade winner was Vicki Milner 116 – 32 – 84 on a c/b. B Grade Scratch winner was Pat Pease (25) with 105 gross. Silver Spoon play off winner was Nan Meagher (34) 85. Nan will now represent our Club in the Golf Victoria final in November. Down the line ball winners were: Nancy Sperling

WORTHY WINNER: Anne Grist was the Monthly Medal Winner at Woorayl.

82, Alison Strong 83, Glenyce McRobert, Wendy Parker and Else Gedye all 84 and Maxine Eabry and Nan Meagher both 85. Nearest the Pin 14th Fran O’Brien 4.1 m, 16th Fran O’Brien Korumburra 2.0m, 2nd shot NTP 14th Wendy Jepsen Ladies 3.84m. TWELVE ladies played Nine Hole Stablin Wednesday’s montheford Competition. ly medal event, and the There were eight winner was Lyn McIvor players who entered the (19) with a lovely 72 nine-hole comp playing the back nine of the Pink course. The winner was Robyn Smith (42) with a very good score of 18 points. Down the line balls were won by Jennifer Fraser (41) 15 and Viv French (42) 14 c/b. In a small field of eleven, Marianne Leaver shot the best round carding a net 73, for a narrow victory from two other women. Winner: Marianne Lever 98 – 25 – 73. Down the line ball winners: Liz Hodge and Bec Wilson 74 and Ashleigh Hutton 75 nett Nearest the pin 16th hole: Bec Thomas WONTHAGGI LADIES: Winners, from left, C Grade Leonie Bentick, B Grade Ivy Ruby, 130cms.

A Grade and Medal Marg Johnson.

Mirboo North Wednesday Results: Competition: Monthly Medal (stroke) Day Winner: Wendy Gervasi (14) 72, DTL’s: Maree Thompson (14) 74, NTP’s: 4th Maree Thompson and 16th Wendy Gervasi. Thursday Results: Competition: Stableford. Day Winner: Stephen Beitz (20) 39, Winner A Grade: Joe Smeriglio (17) 36, NTP 16th: Neil Rutledge , DTL’s: Ray Matthews (11) 32, Tom Whitelaw (9) 32, Josh Robbins (17) 31. Saturday Results: Competition: Monthly Medal (stroke). Medal Winner: Simon Duff (10) 71. Low Gross Winner: Jake Smith (+1) 77.Winner B Grade: Charlie Le Page (28) 74. DTL’s: Tom Whitelaw (9) 71, Gary Renwick (12) 72, Mal Payne (11) 72, Jeff Hughes (17) 73, Terry Bradshaw (8) 74. 2nd shot NTP 1st hole: Jake Smith. NTP: 4th Joe Taylor, 6th Tom Whitelaw, 13th Jake Smith and 16th Gary Renwick.

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Rallying for a cause should be alright.”

Daniel Renfrey There is little doubt whether or not the car WHO would drive from Melbourne to is bad enough to take on the rally, but with this Townsville in a car that costs $1000 or comes a risk it will not be able to cross the finish line. less? “It’s going to be a challenge, but I guess we

READY TO GO: Nathan (right) and Dale will tackle the rally in their Volvo 240.

Wonthaggi man Nathan Leversha is up for that challenge. Nathan will take part in the spring Shitbox Rally while also fundraising for the Cancer Council. The 47-year-old motor vehicle enthusiast is excited by the chance to do something new for a good cause. “I think it’s an amazing opportunity to meet people, see parts of Australia I haven’t seen before, raise money for a great cause and have some fun while doing it,” he said. Nathan and close friend Dale Thorn form team ‘Bugboys’ and will attempt to go the distance from October 19 to 25 in their Volvo 240. “We really like VW Bugs but it was pretty hard to find one so we ended up getting this Volvo 240 that was in someone’s paddock,” Nathan said. “It’s done 300,000 kilometres and everything about it is pretty worn out, but with a bit of TLC it

know if we don’t make it we can get a ride with someone else,” Nathan said. While travelling thousands of kilometres down some of the nation’s most formidable roads in a ‘shitbox’ may be risky, for Nathan it is worth taking part for a cause he is close to. “Having family that had cancer and seeing what they went through, it’s something important to me and if we can one day find a cure that’d be amazing,” he said. “The guy who gave us the car also recently passed away, so it’s a bit of a tribute to him too.” The Shitbox Rally has been Australia’s top fundraiser for the Cancer Council. With hundreds of teams joining Nathan and Dale in the spring and raising a minimum of $5000 each, cancer research should receive a huge boost.

Bass Coast Boxing just keeps swinging people to develop,” he said.

Daniel Renfrey “Boxing is a great outlet and we get a lot of different people with different life experiences, WHAT was a dream has become a reality which is great.” for coach Scott Williamson over the past One of these people is 19-year-old Charles couple years. Joma, who has been making big noise in the naWith 25 juniors, 10 registered fighters and a champion in the making, his Bass Coast Boxing and Fitness gym in Wonthaggi is hitting harder than ever. “It had always been a dream of mine to run a proper boxing gym since I was young,” Scott said. He started the gym himself around five years ago and, with some persistence, has since seen it take off. “At first a few boxing mates and I set up some bags and started punching and we’d train curious kids who would come in. “After that, I officially decided I wanted to train locals permanently and haven’t looked back since.” Over the last year or so, Scott’s gym has seen an increase in members wanting to box, or reshape their lifestyle. The club is open for comers young and old and of any experience or background. “We’re not just here for fighting; we’re here for general fitness, discipline, for kids and other

tional boxing scene. While he has only boxed for five years, Charles has accumulated many achievements including an U19 national title, an elite Victorian title and an Arafura Games gold medal. The hot prospect believes Scott’s club has been the perfect environment for him. “As soon as I came in I fell in love with it, it’s always been good here,” he said. “The atmosphere is good and there’s always music playing and someone yelling and being stupid, so it’s really fun.” Seeing the members at the club change their lives and unlock their potential has given Scott a great sense of pride. “Watching them reach their goals and get fitter is so rewarding; I think it’s great for people, getting fit, learning healthy eating, and their whole lifestyle changes,” he said. For Scott and the rest of the gym though, this is just the beginning. “We’re still onwards and upwards and we’re Coach Scott Williamson (left) and prodigy Charles Joma at the Bass Coast Boxing and Fitgoing to get bigger and better,” he said. ness gym. Charles is donning his Arafura Games medal.

Joel gets a break as titles delayed INVERLOCH’S champion jet ski rider, Joel Barry, has had luck fall his way with the second round of the World Freestyle Jet Ski titles now delayed until November. Joel suffered severe facial injuries in a freak accident off the coast while he was practising for the titles and was in doubt to make the competition deadline originally scheduled for July. He was still planning on flying to Mexico for the competition in a bid to protect the lead he set up after winning round one earlier this year in Portugal. The plastic surgeon that operated on him after his recent accident granted him a cautious approval to tackle the second round, but told him he couldn’t return to the surf while his face was healing. That meant he would have had just a few days to practice in Mexico before the competition got underway. Joel finished third in the 2018 world titles despite only competing in two of the three rounds. His accident off Inverloch’s main surf beach in May this year saw his 150kg jet ski crash down onto his face, destroying the mountain bike helmet he was wearing. He has since been contacted by Bell Helmets BACK IN THE SADDLE: Jet ski champion Joel Barry now has three extra months to preand will in future be wearing a stronger version of pare for his world title tilt in Mexico. Photo by Element Imagery. the one that possibly saved his life.

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Wonthaggi United takes on Inverloch Stars IN unseasonable sunshine Wonthaggi welcomed its closest neighbours Inverloch for the round 10 school holiday showdown. U6s The Wonthaggi U6s under the excellent leadership of interim coach Josh played strong. Amelia once again proved she can keep up with her much stronger opposition, taking out this week’s Macca’s player of the day.

U8s The Under 8s worked hard. In an even skilled match, both teams were tested. Jackson O was awesome in goals for the first half and even stronger on the pitch in the second, which earned him his Macca’s player of the day award.

U10s The Wonthaggi U10s once again started strong with Daniel sneaking one past the Inverloch keeper early in the game. Wonthaggi had many more attempts but a crowded Inverloch defence made it difficult to find the net. Wonthaggi and Inverloch both managed to find the net again to take the scores to 2-1 Wonthaggi’s way at the half-time break. With tired legs the home team lost steam in the second half. Kena once again proved unstoppable in defence and claimed her Macca’s player of the day.

U12s Wonthaggi’s U12s started with a back three and attacked from the whistle. Inverloch were put under lots of pressure and it wasn’t long before Wonthaggi took the lead. The passing to each other was terrific setting up chance after chance. Wonthaggi added another two goals before the half finished. Inverloch’s goalie was fantastic, making save after save throughout the half. Second half and a reshuffle of positions for Wonthaggi saw the pattern of the game resume. Inverloch battled hard and were able to score a goal back from a penalty. The half continued and great passing and movement unlocked Inverloch’s defence another three times. The game ended a deserved 6-1 to Wonthaggi.

The Wonthaggi and Inverloch U6s had an enjoyable time competing with each other.

It wasn’t long before a trademark long-shot from superstar Alyce found the net for the team’s first. Inverloch were quick to find the net in a lucky scramble in the goals, but once again Alyce answered taking the scores to 2-1 heading into the half. Unfortunately, an unlucky tumble saw gun midfielder Meg carried from the ground with a Women’s nasty injury leaving Wonthaggi with only eight on The Wonthaggi Women’s team started strong the pitch. Inverloch were quick to put another two despite being down to only nine players.

Korumburra vs Drouin Women’s

KORUMBURRA’S Women’s side continued their good form with a dominant 2-0 win against Drouin. Right from the kick-off Burra stamped their authority through great forward runs from Milly Hurst whilst Amber Cull and Em Shaw were solid in the midfield. After numerous opportunities Korumburra took the lead when Milly latched onto a loose ball and calmly slotted it home. Things weren’t all Burra’s way as Drouin looked to hit back, but great defensive work from Jess Odgers, Tahli Swain, Rose Hurst, Bridie Allen and Jess Halkett constantly repelled their attacks. The second half was very much the same as the first with Korumburra again dominating possession. Drouin were starting to get back into the game with some chances going wide. Burra took a well deserved 2-0 lead when Kristen Turrell executed a wonderful lob over the keeper’s head from 25 metres out. All in all it was another great team performance with every player contributing throughout the game.

for Burra to handle this weekend. As always Jamie McNeil, Simon Brady, Joe Veltri and James Clifford stood tall in defence. Despite this, Drouin held a 3-0 lead at halftime. Odgers, Boswell and Nicholas held up the Burra midfield but struggled to create any clearcut chances. When their opportunity came via a penalty kick, Burra veteran Glenn Odgers struck high and wide. Drouin finished strong with the game ending 5-0 in their favour.

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In the seniors, Burra took an early lead against Drouin thanks to an interception and through ball from Newton which was calmly dispatched past the keeper by Aidan Richards. Tensions rose after Burra took the lead with Drouin determined to turn things into a dog fight. It worked in the away team’s favour, Drouin disrupting the flow of the game and equalising to make it 1-1 before the break. It was more of the same after half-time in a hotly contested game. Drouin took the lead midway through the second half, and it was up to the home team to respond. Richards had a contentious goal disallowed for Reserves the home team but it looked as if Burra were deA strong Drouin reserves outfit were too much termined to take something out of the game. With five minutes left Korumburra got the equaliser they deserved. elder Danny Lloyd controlled the ball A U S T R A L I A N R E D C R O S S withMidfi the Drouin keeper rushing towards him and calmly slotted into the net, 2-2. Despite the efforts Help save lives. It does’t of both teams to find a winner the game ended in cost a thing, and only a draw.

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goals in the net stealing the lead from a tired Wonthaggi. Both teams battled on but Wonthaggi without the numbers was unable to bring the scores back, despite brilliant performances from Una and keeper Kylie. An unfortunate handball saw Inverloch score their fourth from a penalty, giving them the match 4-2.

Reserves With a full list the Wonthaggi Reserves were

a completely different team heading into their match on Sunday. The game was tight from the beginning. With some new players the Wonthaggi team was much more competitive and at the half scores were tied at nil-all. Both teams kept the attack going throughout the second half and Inverloch were able to sneak a goal past the Wonthaggi defence to take the win 1-0.

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Inverloch-Kongwak GD Kelly Buxton was a solid performer for the team against Garfield on Saturday.

Parrots centre Nicola Marriott assesses her Wonthaggi A Grade wing attack Ellie Bates fires a pass to her goal attack during the options as she takes control of the ball. match against Maffra. Photo courtesy Warragul Gazette.

West Gippsland results Results - Round 13

Lucy Monahan of Kilcunda-Bass works into position to guard her Cora-Lynn opponent on Saturday.

Parrots netball report A Grade Warragul 57 d Leongatha 42 Awards: Jasmine Friend Bair’s Hotel and auction player, Nicola Marriott - Serafino’s. A good effort and strong in parts but couldn’t quite give the consistency we wanted. Thanks to Alicia Marshman, Kate McCarthy and Hannah Flanders for stepping up.

B Grade Leongatha 50 d Warragul 36 Awards: Kate Sperling Sweet Life Cafe and auction player, Sally Trease - Rusty Windmill. One of our more consistent games. Our fitness really paid off this game as we contend for second place on the ladder.

The shooters showed some incredible team work as we slowly increased our lead, coming home with the win. Awesome work Parrots.

C Grade Leongatha 39 d Warragul 37 Awards: Elise Dowling RSL and auction player, Ash Payne - Mika & Max, Ash Giliam - Sweet Life Cafe. An intense game that started off strong and finished off hard. Keep working hard and we will hopefully see many more games like that. Go Parrots.

Pizza. Congratulations on the win girls, we came out firing from the first whistle to the last. A special mention to the superstars on the team, Keely and Zali on their 100th club game. A great win to celebrate.

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Leongatha 32 d Warragul 23 Awards: Alice Reid - Baker’s Delight, Ada Hill - Rusty Windmill, Phoebe Hinds - Kat’s Korner. A great game by all, strong from the start and consistent attack at the ball led to the win. Awesome work Parrots.

Leongatha 56 d Warragul 19 Awards: Keely Price - A.W. Smith’s, Stacey Giliam - Gatha

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Mirboo North results they settled and some fast moving into the goal circle proved effective. The team showed better stamina in the fourth BOC sponsored by Mirboo North IGA and Tra- quarter, increasing their lead. falgar Mens & Boyswear was Flynn BurgessC Grade Pincini. Coaches Award sponsored by Jump & Mirboo North 48 - Thorpdale 31 Climb Traralgon and Jimmy Jambs cafe was Lily BOC sponsored by Mirboo North IGA and Maxwell. The scoreboard didn’t reflect the intensity of Grand Ridge Brewery was Stacey Harriage. Coaches Award sponsored by Lamazeleighs the game. Cafe & Bar and Wyncity Morwell was Lucy The first three quarters were very close with Edmondson. only seven goals separating the two teams. A consistent game with everyone doing their A polished fourth quarter by the young Tigers job saw Mirboo North come away with a comfortsaw the team combine to add 21 goals to come able win. away with the 24 goal win. Thanks to Taleisha, Lucy and Gemma for help-

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D Grade Mirboo North 51 - Thorpdale 23 BOC sponsored by Mirboo North Hotel and Mirboo North IGA was Sienna Falkingham. Coaches Award sponsored by Wyncity Morwell and Jimmy Jambs cafe was Emily Robertson. The team started strong getting a few goals up quickly, with some good turnovers converted. Their defensive pressure across the court was clear with Thorpdale having numerous held balls throughout the game. A few poor passes were a bit of an issue but

ing out with a few players injured and unwell.

B Grade Mirboo North 43 - Thorpdale 36 BOC sponsored by Mirboo North IGA and Craig Young Butchers was Ashlee Hilliar. Coaches Award sponsored by Betty Lane and Strezlecki Bakery was Emma Evans. Well done, some pleasing passages of play. Great to see the team practicing what has been learned at training. Thorpdale was unable to field an A Grade or U17 team this season.

A Grade: Bunyip 50 d Warragul Industrials 37, TooradinDalmore 49 d Dalyston 45, Inverloch Kongwak 73 d Garfield 24, Cora Lynn 39 d Kilcunda Bass 31, Korumburra Bena 57 d Phillip Island 45, Nar Nar Goon 54 d Koo Wee Rup 42. B Grade: Warragul Industrials 42 d Bunyip 33, TooradinDalmore 46 d Dalyston 43, Inverloch Kongwak 51 d Garfield 21, Cora Lynn 51 d Kilcunda Bass 13, Phillip Island 75 d Korumburra Bena 41, Nar Nar Goon 54 d Koo Wee Rup 43. C Grade: Bunyip 32 d Warragul Industrials 26, Dalyston 33 d Tooradin-Dalmore 22, Inverloch Kongwak 34 d Garfield 32, Cora Lynn 44 d Kilcunda Bass 11, Phillip Island 38 d Korumburra Bena 34, Koo Wee Rup 28 d Nar Nar Goon. Under 17: Bunyip 42 d Warragul Industrials 17, Dalyston 37 d Tooradin-Dalmore 20, Inverloch Kongwak 46 d Garfield 9, Cora Lynn 49 d Kilcunda Bass 8, Phillip Island 41 d Korumburra Bena 39, Koo Wee Rup 40 d Nar Nar Goon 26. Under 15: Warragul Industrials 31 d Bunyip 10, Dalyston 29 d Tooradin-Dalmore 24, Inverloch Kongwak 32 d Garfield

9, Cora Lynn 48 d Kilcunda Bass 5, Phillip Island n37 d Korumburra Bena 29, Koo Wee Rup 47 d Nar Nar Goon 20. Under 13: Bunyip 38 d Warragul Industrials 9, Dalyston 29 d Tooradin-Dalmore 8, Inverloch Kongwak 48 d Garfield 5, Cora Lynn 32 d Kilcunda Bass 8, Phillip Island 28 d Korumburra Bena 25, Koo Wee Rup 21 d Nar Nar Goon 13.

Ladders A Grade Tooradin-Dalmore .............. 196.25 Dalyston .............................. 145.27 Korumburra Bena ............. 136.08 Nar Nar Goon ..................... 116.14 Inverloch-K’wak ................ 113.59 Bunyip .................................. 105.29 Koo Wee Rup ....................... 102.65 Warragul Indust .................... 101.94 Cora Lynn............................... 84.60 Phillip Island .......................... 79.67 Kilcunda-Bass ........................ 58.69 Garfield .................................. 42.73 B Grade Tooradin Dalmore .............. 150.92 Dalyston .............................. 154.31 Nar Nar Goon ..................... 116.06 Warragul Indust ................. 135.02 Phillip Island....................... 132.20 Bunyip .................................. 100.95 Cora Lynn............................. 100.93 Inverloch-K’wak .................... 95.72 Koo Wee Rup ......................... 94.95 Korumburra Bena................... 82.41 Garfield .................................. 64.65 Kilcunda-Bass ........................ 31.36 C Grade Tooradin Dalmore .............. 153.42 Dalyston .............................. 122.35 Bunyip ................................. 136.52 Cora Lynn ........................... 129.03

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Warragul Indust ................. 116.17 Koo Wee Rup ....................... 124.53 Inverloch-K’wak .................... 96.85 Nar Nar Goon....................... 102.51 Korum-Bena........................... 86.70 Phillip Island .......................... 80.93 Garfield .................................. 77.94 Kilcunda-Bass ........................ 38.54 Under 17 Phillip Island....................... 229.77 Inverloch-K’wak ................ 252.21 Korum-Bena ....................... 212.07 Dalyston .............................. 157.24 Cora Lynn ........................... 143.58 Bunyip .................................. 110.00 Tooradin Dalmore .................. 70.95 Koo Wee Rup ......................... 74.07 Garfield .................................. 65.31 Nar Nar Goon......................... 63.62 Kilcunda-Bass ........................ 30.41 Warragul Industrials ............... 27.09 Under 15 Cora Lynn ........................... 227.96 Dalyston .............................. 191.94 Koo Wee Rup ...................... 207.84 Phillip Island....................... 185.07 Warragul Indust ................. 176.00 Inverloch-K’wak .................. 135.93 Korum-Bena......................... 112.46 Tooradin-Dalmore .................. 76.04 Bunyip .................................... 63.11 Nar Nar Goon......................... 51.58 Kilcunda-Bass ........................ 25.25 Garfield .................................. 20.24 Under 13 Cora Lynn ........................... 276.55 Dalyston .............................. 191.67 Phillip Island....................... 176.74 Inverloch-K’wak ................ 183.42 Tooradin-Dalmore .............. 216.22 Koo Wee Rup ....................... 162.96 Korum-Bena......................... 155.50 Nar Nar Goon......................... 80.29 Bunyip .................................... 66.90 Garfield .................................. 58.85 Kilcunda-Bass ........................ 18.08 Warragul Indust ...................... 12.98

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Gippsland netball Results - Round 11 A Grade: Moe 73 d Drouin 57, Warragul 58 d Leongatha 42, Maffra 72 d Wonthaggi Power 21, Sale 51 d Bairnsdale 36. B Grade: Moe 65 d Drouin 30, Leongatha 50 d Warragul 36, Maffra 47 d Wonthaggi Power 43, Sale 62 d Bairnsdale 32. C Grade: Moe 43 d Drouin 33, Leongatha 39 d Warragul 37, Maffra 53 d Wonthaggi Power 19, Sale 39 d Bairnsdale 38. Under 17: Moe 64 d Drouin 23, Leongatha 56 d Warragul 19, Maffra 40 d Won-

thaggi Power 39, Sale 42 d Bairnsdale 34. Under 15: Moe 69 d Drouin 6, Leongatha 32 d Warragul 23, Maffra 45 d Wonthaggi Power 24, Sale 43 d Bairnsdale 35. Under 13: Moe 47 d Drouin 6, Warragul 0 - Leongatha 0, Maffra 25 d Wonthaggi Power 18, Sale 53 d Bairnsdale 24.

Ladders A Grade Morwell ............. 165.96 Warragul ........... 129.57 Traralgon .......... 143.98 Moe .................... 128.28 Maffra ............... 106.15 Leongatha............. 97,76 Sale....................... 87.62 Drouin .................. 80.36 Bairnsdale ............ 69.48

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Wonthaggi Power . 52.41 B Grade Traralgon .......... 140.82 Leongatha ......... 134.70 Moe .................... 128.83 Warragul ........... 113.54 Sale .................... 135.01 Morwell .............. 105.63 Maffra................... 79.27 Drouin .................. 76.77 Wonthaggi Power . 69.39 Bairnsdale ............ 62.44 C Grade Maffra ............... 152.86 Warragul ........... 124.00 Moe .................... 121.43 Morwell ............. 105.57 Leongatha ......... 103.00 Traralgon ............ 102.04 Drouin .................. 87.62 Sale....................... 83.70 Wonthaggi Power . 75.82 Bairnsdale ............ 69.14 Under 17 Morwell ............. 145.30 Sale .................... 140.35 Moe .................... 142.28 Leongatha ......... 134.45 W’thaggi Power 115.73

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Maffra................... 86.08 Traralgon .............. 76.02 Bairnsdale ............ 89.90 Drouin .................. 68.18 Warragul ............... 55.91 Under 15 Sale .................... 306.03 Maffra ............... 164.29 Leongatha ......... 100.85 Bairnsdale ......... 149.50 Traralgon .......... 140.38 Moe .................... 118.06 Morwell .............. 110.18 Wonthaggi Power . 75.36 Warragul ............... 39.17 Drouin .................. 12.60 Under 13 Maffra ............... 157.66 Sale .................... 277.25 Traralgon .......... 188.00 Leongatha ......... 128.99 Moe .................... 125.00 Bairnsdale .......... 106.98 Wonthaggi Power . 91.64 Warragul ............... 40.45 Morwell ................ 36.59 Drouin .................. 24.55

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Inverloch-Kongwak and Garfield fought inside the D all day, with IK getting the upper The Longwarry 11 and under team enjoyed their time enhancing skills and meeting opposition players at the Fun Day. hand.

LDNA hosts netball fun Throughout the day and even during the lunch LDNA held an 11 and under fun day, break, the up and coming players were practising where kids from teams all over Gippsland their skills ready for the final few games. travelled to embark on a day of fun and Fun Day director, Philomena Smith was deskill enhancement. lighted with the turnout and the fun that was It kicked off with LDNA’s very own NetSetGo coordinator Chloe Cope and helpers Bree-Anna Roy and Georgia Burns leading a warmup with over 150 willing participants. Teams travelled from Moe, Casey, Garfield, Longwarry and joined our local LDNA club teams from Mt Eccles, LFC Budgies, St Laurence, Inverloch-kongwak and Town teams. It was a lovely atmosphere with spectators encouraging and the young players’ enjoyment evident.

Leongatha’s Kate Browne controls the ball as she looks for her next option.

shared between players and also umpires. It could have almost been called a family fun day as many families came out to support the kids and also take part in exercises. Huge thank you to all of the people that made the day possible, organisers, coaches, families, players, umpire, canteen staff and the team at Coffee Hot Spot. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year.

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Southern Gippsland wins U12s crown THIS year’s Gumbuya World Cup Gippsland junior interleague football carnival was action-packed, with four leagues tasting success across the twoday tournament. More than 600 players in grades U18 and below hailed from 14 different leagues in the competition, a significant and impressive turnout. This made for two days of exciting competition footy. The Gippsland League retained the U16 and U18 titles, with both of their teams finishing undefeated in the round robin tournament at Yinnar Recreation Reserve. The U18 division came down to a decider between Gippsland and West Gippsland, in which

Gippsland won 49-23. Poowong and Ellinbak League’s Jai Newcombe was named U18 player of the carnival despite his team failing to go all the way. At Traralgon Recreation Reserve, the Traralgon Toyota Gippsland Youth Girls Football League won the girls division title for the third straight time, with Ashley Centra winning best on ground in the grand final. Other results included Southern Gippsland winning the U12 title and Warragul and District’s U14 team taking the spoils in their tournament. All in all, the cup was a success and again gave an opportunity for junior players of all leagues to learn and gain experience as they mixed it with their best peers and showcased their skills.

An enthusiastic and pumped up Southern Gippsland FJC won the U12 competition.

Tigers maul struggling Thorpdale at home However, due to excess supply MIRBOO North enjoyed an enterprising 96-point victory chain inefficiencies, many of Thorover bottom team, Thorpdale, pdale’s hard won possessions ended up in Mirboo North’s hands. at Tigerland on Saturday. The Blues butchered the ball on Disciplined accountability formed the cornerstone of Mirboo North’s focus and underpinned each player’s commitment to activate its game plan with speed, energy and power. The mighty Tigers maintain second position on the Mid Gippsland ladder, after securing their 10th win from 12 matches this season. Mirboo North also retained the annual Bright/St Ellen Memorial Shield after winning its 12 footy and netball clashes against Thorpdale this year. The Tigers’ multi-premiership captain, Damien Turner, took over coaching duties for the day from Josh Taylor, who was stricken with influenza. Mirboo North also introduced Jordon Cummaudo, Harrison Mahoney, Jamie Robins and Alistair Salerno to their first appearances in senior football. Experienced tall forward, Dwayne Gunn, played his first game of 2019, booting five goals and featuring in the Tigers’ best players. High-flying Riley Oddy also kicked five majors for the home side that left the visitors’ hopes of pulling off their only win this season fading. Kyle Wilson, Cooper Pinkerton, Jason Ford and Corey Celima were robust workhorses for Thorpdale, who battled their hearts out all day.

many occasions, which did not help their cause. Mirboo North’s tight defence limited Thorpdale to three goals, with its first major coming from Matthew Fahey, late in the opening quarter. The Blues’ other two goals were recorded by Matt Powell shortly before half-time. Justin Fulton’s ruck domination at the centre circle throw ups and around-the-ground stoppages initiated countless clearances for Mirboo North’s stunning running brigade led by Hudson Kerr. Jake Nash, Clancy Bennett and Jacob Vuillermin were other top performers for the Tigers, whose front line efforts consistently placed Thorpdale on the back foot. Despite restricting Mirboo North to 3.5 in the third quarter, Thorpdale remained scoreless for the term and trailed by 69 points at the last change. The final quarter was also controlled by Mirboo North which recorded 4.5, whilst restricting Thorpdale to two behinds, finally winning 118-22. Seniors: Mirboo North 17.16.118 d Thorpdale 3.4.22. Reserves: Mirboo North 18.19.127 d Thorpdale 4.4.28. - ROVER

SENIORS Yall-Yall North ....298.62 52 Mirboo North .....201.78 44 Morwell East......150.72 40 Hill End ............156.41 36 Yinnar..............105.47 28 Trafalgar ................122.11 22 Boolarra ..................37.64 20 Newborough ...........40.72 12 Thorpdale ................34.63 6 GOALKICKERS K. Hughes (Y-YN) .........(3) 56 C. Saunders (Hill E) ......(2) 46 D. McDonald (Y-YN).....(2) 44 M. Coutts (Yinn)...........(4) 40 B. Bosman (Traf) ..........(1) 26 D. Hayes (Traf) .............(2) 25 L. Mulqueen (Hill E) .....(2) 24 M. Powell (Thorp) ........(2) 24 J. Mitchell (Newb) ........(3) 22 B. Wilson (Mirb N) .......(0) 21 D. Hutchison (Morw) ...(0) 21

RESERVES Yall-Yall Nth ......358.42 52 Trafalgar...........206.14 44 Morwell East......189.86 32 Yinnar..............177.67 32 Boolarra ............ 95.98 28 Hill End ...................88.84 28 Mirboo North ..........80.97 24 Newborough ...........52.91 16 Thorpdale ................12.25 4 GOALKICKERS L. Visser (Yinnar) .........(7) 32 T. Phillips (Y-YN) ..........(6) 30 J. Holdsworth (Traf) .....(3) 22 B. Darby-Lock (M East) (0) 22 T. Wyatt (Traf) ..............(2) 21 C. Alexander (Yinnar) ...(0) 19 M. Dow (Y-YN) .............(3) 19 C. Hughes (Y-YN) .........(1) 18 M. Gore (Y-YN) ............(0) 18 B. Mahoney (Yinnar) ....(0) 17 J. Scorse (Y-YN) ..........(0) 17 K. Holmes (Mirb N) ......(4) 17 E. Stanton (Bool)..........(2) 17

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West Gippsland’s Harry O’Brien was the Grace McRae emerges with the ball. She was U16 player of the carnival for his attack on a standout for the Southern Gippsland FJC Hudson Kerr was best on ground for the Tigers on Saturday, working Girls team. hard in the contest. the ball and efficient usage.

Yinnar............. 855.00 100 Yall-Yall Nth ..... 132.67 63 Trafalgar.......... 110.44 63 Mirboo North .... 127.11 45 Morwell East.......67.22 40 Hill End ..................23.12 13 Newborough ..........26.21 11 GOALKICKERS J. Wyntjes (Yinn) .........(3) 29 S. Lissa (Yinnar) ..........(6) 27 P. Winmar (Mirb N) ......(1) 19 W. Hester (Y-YN) ..........(2) 16 E. Woodall (Mirb N) .....(0) 15 H. Hopkins (Traf)..........(1) 15 Q. O’Kane (Mirb N).......(2) 15 M. Porykali (Yinn) ........(0) 13 J. Walravens (Y-YN) .....(0) 13 L. Smith (Yinn).............(0) 11 Z. Schill (Yinn) .............(0) 11 D. Makepeace (Yinn) ....(1) 11

Magpies soar above Crows THIRD spot Poowong used a fourth quarter comeback to down second spot Longwarry 10892 away from home on Saturday. Longwarry kicked to the town end and started with the first goal of the game, which Jack Hazendonk replied to quickly for Poowong. Following goals from Chivaroli and Hazendonk ensured the magpies consolidated their quick start. The intensity in the contest then went up a notch though, and Longwarry kicked two quick goals followed by a point and two more goals to open a 14-point lead. Two late goals to Michael Harris and Trevor Hooker for Poowong then cut the lead to two points for the home side at quarter-time, 32-30. The Crows lifted their presPoowong’s Jai Newcombe was the standout player in the U18 carnival. Photos courtesy AFl sure in the second term and their Gippsland.

quick movement around the ground and were able to combine this with accurate usage to gain control of the game. This broke the game open and saw the home team pile on five goals to two in the quarter to lead 63-45 at half-time. Poowong came out determined to lift in the third quarter and two quick goals to Hancock and Newcombe, followed by a great piece of play resulting in Trevor Hooker goaling, got the Magpies back in it. The Crows rebounded however, kicking three goals to extend their lead before Poowong fought back through hard work at the contest to cut the lead to just six points at the final break. Both sides were in a position to win in the final term and the crowd became more involved. Poowong opened with young gun Jai Newcombe kicking two goals to get his team up and about and put them back in front.

Longwarry booted a goal back but could not take advantage of a 50-metre penalty to take back the lead. Poowong then began to move the ball forward at all costs and goals to Chris Doria and Tim Hancock all but guaranteed a 16-point victory for the Magpies. The Magpies will need to take their momentum into this week’s game, as they take on top spot Ellinbank away from home. A win would bring them closer to Longwarry and also see them breathing down the neck of the top team. Seniors: Poowong 17.6.108 d Longwarry 14.8.92. Reserves: Longwarry 9.12.66 d Poowong 6.5.41. U18: Poowong 13.8.86 d Longwarry 6.8.44. U16: Longwarry 10.4.64 d Poowong 5.6.36.

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FOOTBALL

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KILCUNDA BASS 7.5-47 DEF BY CORA LYNN 24.19-163 PHILLIP ISLAND 16.16-112 DEF KORUMBURRA-BENA 5.2-32 DALYSTON 8.4-52 DEF BY TOORADIN-DALMORE 21.10-136

WEST GIPPSLAND FOOTBALL LEAGUE

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BUNYIP 17.7-109 DEF WARRAGUL INDUSTRIALS 6.7-43

INVERLOCH-KONGWAK 16.13-109 DEF GARFIELD 7.2-44 NAR NAR GOON 17.7-109 DEF KOO WEE RUP 13.13-91

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 Garfield

Invy do it for Cross ADAM Cross broke the Inverloch-Kongwak senior games record on Saturday, playing in his 311th game. Cross has never played for the reserves, thirds or fourths at IK, playing all 311 games for the senior side. The team put together an impressive 109-44 home win over Garfield and dedicated it to him. “Crossy is an Inverloch legend; to play 311 games for one side in today’s footy is a huge achievement,” coach Tom McQualter said. While the game started relatively slowly for the Sea Eagles with Garfield winning the contest through Stanton and Hobson and capitalising on the

scoreboard, it was not long before they dominated play. Despite trailing by five points at quarter time and shoddy 1.7 goalkicking in the second term, a strong display by midfielders Toussaint and BeattiePowell got the team back on top 33-25 at the main break. “Toussaint has been fantastic, he’s just so clean and quick with his hands, which opens the game up for us,” coach McQualter said. “Once we got our matchups right, he and others got on top and we dominated the game.” The home side created more distance between themselves and Garfield in the third term, with players like Mahoney and Van Driel, who had seven goals between them for the

game, thriving in the forward line. By the final break, the Sea Eagles had breathing space with a 70-44 lead. “Our trend of dominance continued in the second half but we were able to hit the scoreboard,” coach McQualter said. “We also managed to clean up errors as the game went on which was pleasing.” By the last quarter, IK were clicking on all cylinders. The home side continued to dominate by winning the contested ball and dealing it to the outside and forward line with great efficiency. They also put strong pressure on Garfield and as a result held them completely scoreless for the term while piling on six more goals themselves.

Coach McQualter was satisfied with his team’s performance in dedication to Cross. “We’re improving each week and that was probably our most complete game of footy so far,” he said. “We were excited to get around the little fella (Cross) and help him celebrate.” The Sea Eagles will face Bunyip on Saturday as they attempt to extend their winning Daniel Reid seeks a teammate out with a handpass on the break for Inverloch-Kongwak. streak and make a case for top three. Seniors: InverlochKongwak 16.13.109 d Garfield 7.2.44. Reserves: Inverloch-Kongwak 14.11.95 d Garfield 7.3.45. Thirds: InverlochKongwak 9.9.63 d Garfield 1.0.6. Fourths: Garfield 8.7.55 d InverlochKongwak 5.2.32.

Oscar Toussaint bursts from the pack and inside 50. He starred again for the Sea Eagles.

• Korumburra-Bena v Phillip Island

Bulldogs take down Giants KORUMBURRABena was defeated with ease by an inform Phillip Island forward line on Saturday. The Bulldogs had nine players hit the board with a goal, including Pederson with six to his name, in their 112-32 home win. After a brief scare to start the game with the Giants coming out fast and hard at it, the Bulldogs clicked into gear. The PI forward line took advantage of their midfield’s response, kicking three straight goals and giving their side a 20-14 lead at quarter-time. The Giants again came out inspired in the second term, with Fitzpatrick and Patterson dominating the clearances and contest to lead to two goals being scored in quick succession. This again triggered a response from the Dogs though, who again managed to shut down any further Korumburra-Bena goals and pile on four of

their own through good teamwork and efficient ball use. This gave the home side a 49-26 lead at the main break. The Bulldogs came out all guns blazing in the second half with Pederson taking it up another notch in the third. Their tall timber was dominant in the middle, winning the ruck contests and giving their midfielders first use. The inexperienced Giants team were unable to overcome the ferocious pressure being applied by the Bulldogs but did manage to get one goal back through Walker. The score at the final break was 80-32. The final term again belonged to the Bulldogs. They again lifted to a higher level and took over with their running game in a dominant performance. Despite the dominance though, they will be disappointed with their goal kicking in the quarter which saw them register four more goals

RIGHT: Korumburra-Bena Giants’ Brock Dorling hunts down the ball during a spirited effort against the ladder leaders Phillip Island at Cowes on Saturday.

but also miss on eight separate occasions for eight behinds. Newton and Nicholas in the Giants’ ruck tried hard in the quarter, winning many taps, but their team was overrun for the remainder of the game, ultimately going down by 80 points. The Giants will need to recollect themselves quickly as they take on the Industrials, who sit

just below them on the ladder, this weekend. Seniors: Phillip Island 16.16.112 d Korumburra-Bena 5.2.32. Reserves: Phillip Island 19.16.130 d Korumburra-Bena 4.6.30. Thirds: Phillip Island 10.9.69 d Korumburra-Bena 3.2.20. Fourths: Phillip Island 7.6.48 d Korum- IK’s Josh Pryor fights for the ball against his Garfield opponent. burra-Bena 4.2.26.

FOOTY DRAWS THIS WEEKEND ALBERTON Round 12: July 13 MDU v Tarwin Stony Creek v Foster Toora v Fish Creek

MID GIPPSLAND Round 14: July 13 Thorpdale v Yall-Yall Nth Boolarra v Mirboo North Morwell East v Trafalgar Hill End v Newborough Yinnar - Bye

GIPPSLAND Round 12: July 13 Morwell v Bairnsdale Moe v Traralgon July 14 Sale v Maffra Drouin v Warragul Leongatha v Wonthaggi

WEST GIPPSLAND Round 14: July 13 Garfield v Phillip Island Inverloch Kong v Bunyip Koo Wee Rup v Cora Lynn Nar Nar Goon v Dalyston Tooradin-Dalm v Kil Bass Warr Indust v Korum Bena

ELLINBANK Round 13: July 13 Ellinbank v Poowong

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SENIORS LADDER W L D

Phillip Is.... 12 0 Cora Lynn .. 12 0 Toor/Dalm ... 9 3 Inv-K’wak.... 8 5 KooWeeRup.. 7 4 Bunyip........... 7 6 Garfield ......... 6 6 Nar Nar G ....... 6 6 Kor-Bena .......3 10 Warr Indus ....2 11 Kil-Bass.........1 11 Dalyston ........1 12

1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

%

Pts

287 210 138 158 120 112 95 107 57 54 40 36

50 50 38 32 32 28 26 24 12 8 4 4

GOALKICKERS N. Gardiner (Cora L)....(10) 60 C. Pedersen (Ph Is) .......(6) 42 J. Wells (KooW) ............(0) 41 A. Dean (Toor-Dal) ........(3) 41 N. Langley (Cora L) .......(5) 33 J. Suarez (Toor-Dal) ......(4) 27 T. Mahoney (Inv-K) .......(4) 27 S. Gibbins (Inv-K) .........(2) 26 M. Stevens (Nar G) .......(0) 26 D. Sheen (KooW) ..........(0) 26

RESERVES LADDER W L D

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Toor/Dalm .. 11 2 0 309 Phillip Is.... 11 2 0 180 Bunyip ...... 10 3 0 186 KooWeeRup.. 8 3 0 163 Inv-K’wak.... 7 6 0 108 Garfield ......... 7 6 0 108 Cora Lynn...... 6 7 0 156 Nar Nar G ....... 6 6 0 119 Warr Indus .... 4 9 0 54 Dalyston ........ 4 8 0 43 Kor-Bena .......1 12 0 37 Kil-Bass.........1 12 0 34 GOALKICKERS

ROUND 13 THIRDS LADDER W L D

%

Pts

Phillip Is... 11 0 0 262 100 Inv-K’wak....9 3 0 198 75 Cora Lynn ...8 3 0 210 72 Bunyip .......8 4 0 178 66 Toor/Dal .....8 4 0 163 66 Koo Wee Rup.. 6 5 0 114 54 Nar Nar G ...... 5 5 1 121 50 Warr Indus ... 5 6 1 96 45 Kor-Bena ......2 10 0 47 16 Garfield ........1 11 0 49 9 8 0 Dalyston .......0 12 0 GOALKICKERS J. Verhagen (Cora L) .....(0) 36 L. Kinder (Warr) ............(1) 29 D. Taylor (Nar G) ...........(0) 26 J. Garnham (Inv-K) .......(0) 26 D. Mooney (Bunyip) ......(2) 25 N. Anderson (Ph Is) ......(2) 21 J. Sheeran (Toor-Dal) ....(1) 21 M. Sellars (Ph Is) ..........(2) 20 J. Trezise (Toor-Dal) ......(5) 19 S. Crowle (Warr) ...........(2) 18

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• Dalyston v Tooradin-Dalmore

Seagulls smash hobbled Magpies time lead. A DEPLETED Dalyston have again said. The Magpies were not able to adjust as Too“They played really well though and made us struggled to get a result and keep all of radin-Dalmore quelled every attack and continupay for our mistakes.” their players on the field. The Magpies side, which had already lost two ously hit the scoreboard despite star goalkicker The team suffered three injuries including a suspected broken leg for Ryan Minahan in their 136-52 home loss to Tooradin-Dalmore. This takes their injury count to over a dozen and has coach Mark Lafferty wondering if his team will ever recover. “All of the injuries at the moment are basically season-ending so we need to dig deep and hopefully beat teams close to us on the ladder,” he said. “Our list is just so thin now; we can’t handle all these injuries.” The start was poor for the home side, with the Seagulls quick out of the gates, moving the ball well and capitalising on Dalyston’s mistakes. This, combined with dominant play from Nicholas Lang and Julian Suarez led to a 33-6 quarter-time lead which Dalyston cut to 27-47 by half-time. “We outscored them in the second quarter and played some pretty good footy,” coach Lafferty

players during the game, did not lie down though, coming out of the half fired up and on top of the clearances and contested ball. Through goals from Brooker and co, the home side managed to get within two goals early in the third term. “Our ruckman Kurt Thomas played his first game in six weeks and made a difference to help us win clearances,” coach Lafferty said. “To be 12 points down early in the third was positive. The effort was there but we just don’t have the players to sustain it for a full game at the moment.” This showed, and the Seagulls quickly responded to pull away to a 98-40 three-quarter

Andrew Dean struggling. This resulted in a huge 84-point loss for the home team. “Young Darcy Brosnan had a really good game on Andrew Dean to hold him to a goal for three quarters,” coach Lafferty said. “They were too good for us and moved it too well off of our attacks.” The Magpies will face another big test when they take on Nar Nar Goon away this week. Seniors: Tooradin-Dalmore 21.10.136 d Dalyston 8.4.52. Reserves: Tooradin-Dalmore 18.8.116 d Dalyston 5.8.38. Thirds: Tooradin-Dalmore 20.10.130 d Dalyston 0.0.0.

Pts

44 44 40 36 28 28 24 24 16 16 4 4

D. Hull (Toor-Dal) ..........(5) 36 O. Fitzpatrick (Inv-K) .....(3) 34 D. Young (Bunyip).........(1) 28 K. Taylor (Ph Is) ............(3) 22 D. Larkin (Ph Is)............(6) 21 J. Wilson (Cora L) .........(0) 20 M. Cameron (KooW) .....(0) 19 L. Thomas (Nar G) ........(0) 17 A. Splatt (Toor-Dal) .......(2) 16 A. Jacobs (Toor-Dal) .....(1) 15

FOURTHS LADDER W L D

%

Pts

Garfield ......9 2 0 217 81 Phillip Is.....8 3 0 230 72 Nar Nar G.....7 3 0 241 70 Kor-Bena ....7 4 0 146 63 Inv-K’wak....7 5 0 170 58 KooWeeRup .. 6 5 0 139 54 Bunyip.......... 3 8 0 79 27 Cora Lynn..... 2 8 0 24 20 7 0 Dalyston .......0 11 0 GOALKICKERS I. Braaksma (Garf) ........(3) 21 J. Garnham (Inv-K) .......(4) 20 E. Hatley-Smith (Bun) ...(0) 20 J. Cuman (Kor-Bena) ....(1) 18 C. Pursell (Nar G) ..........(0) 18 D. Parker (KooW) ..........(0) 15 M. Walton (Ph Is)..........(0) 15 K. Walker (Kor-Bena) ....(2) 14 F. Parker (Nar Nar G) .....(0) 13 R. Menzel (Nar Nar G) ...(0) 12

Blake Carew flies high to take a grab against TOUGH SLOG: Dalyston’s Josh Thomas comes away with the ball. Unfortunately his team was not able to come away with a win. his Seagulls opponent.

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Cora-Lynn’s Heath Briggs gets the ball clear from the centre stoppage as Panthers’ Hayden Spierings (5) and Luke Callander try to pressure the ball carrier.

• Kilcunda-Bass v Cora Lynn

Cobras’ forwards kill off Panthers AFTER extensive changes to the Kilcunda-Bass line-up for Saturday’s clash with the undefeated Cora-Lynn, it was always going to be a tough ask for an improving Panthers side to come away with a win. It soon looked unlikely when the Cobras came out full of running, with the likes of Kevin Vandenberghe, the Briggs brothers Jaxon and Heath, Travis Woodfield and others lively and kicking into a forward line that was already being dominated by the two Nathans – Langley and Gardiner who finished the day with a stunning 15 goals between them. A dominant first two quarters through the middle and in the forward line saw the travelling Cora Lynn take an 88-8 lead into half-time. Coach Damien Holmes attempted to fire up his side at the main break but to no avail. With onballers James Phillips, Shelton Rosario and Jake Joyce, attempting to match Cora-Lynn at the contest, the pressure of wave after wave coming into the Cobras’ forward line through the game was too much for the hapless defenders picking up Langley and Gardiner. Cora-Lynn’s forwards were in top form for

their side, with Langley and Gardiner making perfect leads and strong grabs to set up impressive goals. Langley even took a spectacular mark ‘near the behind post to snap a difficult shot for goal during the game, giving the panthers defenders a warning of what was to come. Kilcunda-Bass produced a small comeback during the third quarter, evening up the flow of the play in the middle and scoring 25 points in the term. Despite this, they still trailed 33-117 at the main break. The Cobras did not hold back in the final term, with Gardiner booting the remainder of his 10 goals in a dominant display and Langley completing his bag of five. The away side went home with a huge 163-47 win. The Panthers will need to be better this week when they travel to Tooradin-Dalmore with hopes of finding some positive form. Seniors: Cora Lynn 24.19.163 d Kilcunda-Bass 7.5.47 Reserves: Cora Lynn 10.8.68 d Kilcunda-Bass 1.5.11.

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• Warragul v Leongatha

Lloyd’s eight sinks Warragul SUFFERING injury throughout the year, he’s always a really good kick so he was back to James Lloyd has been in and out of the his best.” Despite the big win, the Parrots still struggled Leongatha side this season. in the opening quarter. He all but announced he was back on Saturday

The game began anything but defensively, as both teams allowed each other to score easily, with Warragul taking a 44-30 lead into the first break. “It was similar to how we started against Maffra, our defence wasn’t up to scratch,” coach Carbis said. “We spoke about it at quarter-time and made some adjustments and you could see the momentum shift in the second quarter.” This showed, with the side holding Warragul to 14 points while it scored 17 in the quarter through Lloyd and co. The Parrots really turned it on in the third term though, their defence led by Verboon and Schelling holding firm and allowing only one Warragul behind for the term. The away team also piled on five goals three, with Dunne and Lloyd beginning to dominate and led 80-59 at the final break. “It was really pleasing to see the lift across the board from everyone and each player playing their role,” coach Carbis said. “That’s the strength of the team.” His team continued this trend in the final term to put the cherry on top of an impressive and important win. Lloyd was dominant, taking advantage of the Parrots’ domination in the middle by making strong leads and marking out in front. The side came away with a 58-point win, exactly what they would have wanted before heading into a rivalry game against Wonthaggi this Sunday. “Wonthaggi were really good against us last time and it’s another important game,” coach Carbis said. “We have a great rivalry so hopefully I’ll have the boys ready to go and we can play like we did in the second half against Warragul.” A win would strengthen the team’s top three bid with finals closing in. Seniors: Leongatha 19.12.126 d Warragul 10.8.68. Reserves: Leongatha 13.14.92 d Warragul 8.3.51. BEST ON GROUND: Leongatha’s James Thirds: Warragul 14.8.92 d Lloyd (2) celebrates one of his eight goals Leongatha 6.2.38. with teammate Brok Davidson. Photos cour- Fourths: Warragul 5.11.41 d tesy Warragul Gazette. Leongatha 3.3.21. though when his eight-goal haul helped the Parrots past Warragul 126-68 away from home. Leongatha coach Paul Carbis was more than happy with his forward’s performance. “He’s been moving a lot better and freer since he got on top of his injury and he’s got confidence back,” he said. “He’s got great hands, everything stuck, and

Sam Forrester pulls the trigger as his teammate shepherds.

THIRDS

Leongatha’s Kyle Cooper bursts into the pack and wins the ball. The Parrots’ tenacity in the contest was key to their win.

LADDER W L D

• Maffra v Wonthaggi

Power blitzed by 114 Celebrating his 100th game last month, AnWONTHAGGI suffered a major power drew Petrou was convincing throughout the outage over the weekend in a heavy loss game. to Maffra away. His intensity towards the ball led his side’s The travelling team were completely dominatspirits and left the Power chasing. ed by the second spot Eagles, losing 153-39. Making his senior debut, the Power’s Jye Maffra was good from the get-go, displaying Gilmour started in the forward line. their united side – a team that has had few changes Receiving few forward entries early on, he in the last five years. was later shifted to defence. Jye made good decisions in defence, seeing a lot of opportunities. His commitment to structure will likely earn him a spot moving forward. Without forward targets Troy Harley and Pat Ryan who are both out with hamstring injuries, Ben Eddy played a big part in Wonthaggi’s forward line. Eddy kicked an impressive on the run goal in the first term but it was not enough to scare a Maffra side who went into the first break up 32-9. Young Kye Benson continued efforts on the wing. He was impressive throughout the game as he faced up against Maffra’s Hudson Holmes. Power’s second quarter was a good sign, even though they conceded a handful of goals. The resolve they showed in this quarter was something they held onto for the rest of the game. Tom Davey was bold in his efforts, his form continuing to grow and hard attitude earning him tackles and limiting his opponent’s ball use. Maffra were just too good though and after going in 76-29 up at half-time, forwards like Bedggood and Petrou dominated to give their side a 109-38 lead at the final break. Wonthaggi could not stop the in-form Eagles in the final term either, conceding seven more The Power’s Ferg O’Connor kicks for goal. goals while only being able to register a single

ROUND 11 SENIORS LADDER W L D

%

Pts

Sale .......... 9 1 0 141.64 36 Maffra........ 8 3 0 147.23 32 Moe .......... 8 3 0 136.68 32 Leongatha ... 7 5 0 117.56 28 Drouin ....... 7 4 0 93.70 28 Bairnsdale ..... 4 6 0 85.50 16 Traralgon ....... 3 8 0 95.78 12 Morwell ......... 3 8 0 83.31 12 Wonthaggi..... 3 8 0 73.86 12 Warragul ....... 3 9 0 61.69 12 GOALKICKERS B. Dessent (Sale) ..........(0) 40 B. McCarrey (Bairns).....(0) 25 C. Dunne (Leon)............(3) 25 J. Ginnane (Leon) .........(2) 24 D. Bedggood (Maffra) ...(0) 23 A. Dugan (Moe).............(0) 21 B. Beck (Drouin) ...........(0) 21 B. Hughes (Warr) ..........(0) 21 D. Loprese (Trar)...........(0) 18 J. Freeman (Sale) ..........(0) 18 M. Bennett (Maffra).......(0) 18

RESERVES UNDER PRESSURE: Wonthaggi backman Josh Bates rushes a behind under pressure from Maffra’s Andrew Petrou. His efforts were not enough to stop an Eagles onslaught. behind against Maffra’s stifling defence. The Power will now look to their game this week against rivals Leongatha as a chance to bounce back. Harley and Ryan will be in the mix to return following their game against the Parrots so a win would be a nice boost heading into their remaining games. Seniors: Maffra 23.15.153 d Wonthaggi 5.9.39. Reserves: Maffra 12.11.83 d Wonthaggi 4.6.30. Thirds: Maffra 22.8.140 d Wonthaggi 2.3.15. Fourths: Maffra 7.9.51 d Wonthaggi 7.5.47.

LADDER W L D

%

Maffra...... 12 0 0 276.82 Traralgon .. 10 1 0 268.86 Leongatha ...8 4 0 138.53 Moe ..........6 5 0 191.95 Bairnsdale...6 4 0 124.94 Warragul ...... 5 7 0 101.85 Wonthaggi.... 4 8 0 85.76 Morwell ........ 3 8 0 47.36 Sale .............. 1 9 0 27.90 Drouin ..........1 10 0 26.99 GOALKICKERS

Pts

48 40 32 24 24 20 16 12 4 4

J. Reeves (Maffra).........(3) 26 J. Van Iwaarden (Trar)...(0) 22 J. Galea (Moe)...............(0) 21 L. Durkin (Moe).............(0) 20 L. Wright(Leon) ............(0) 20 M. Dignan (Maffra) .......(1) 16 J. Egan (Maffra) ............(0) 15 J. Somers (Warr) ..........(0) 15 L. Carman (Maffra) .......(0) 14 T. Webster (Trar) ...........(0) 14

%

Pts

Warragul .... 9 2 0 177.93 36 Traralgon .... 8 1 0 192.56 32 Maffra........ 8 3 0 122.53 32 Bairnsdale .. 6 3 0 159.24 24 Sale .......... 4 5 0 106.94 16 Morwell ......... 4 6 0 70.98 16 Leongatha ..... 3 8 0 70.39 12 Moe............... 2 7 0 77.46 8 Wonthaggi.....1 10 0 39.91 4 GOALKICKERS T. Thatcher (Maffra) ......(5) 29 L. Noble (Trar)...............(0) 29 L. Bambridge (Warr) .....(0) 25 B. Vickery (Bairns) ........(0) 22 L. Wilson (Warr) ...........(0) 19 L. Giliam (Warr) ............(0) 18 H. Kellow (Bairns) .........(0) 18 W. Anderson (Moe) .......(0) 18 Z. Bezzina (Morw) .........(0) 18 M. Luckie (Trar) ............(0) 17

FOURTHS LADDER W L D

%

Warragul .. 11 1 0 181.20 Traralgon .. 10 1 0 388.41 Sale ..........8 2 0 156.57 Moe ..........7 3 1 209.07 Leongatha ...5 7 0 71.78 Bairnsdale .... 4 5 1 114.59 Drouin .......... 4 7 0 76.34 Maffra .......... 3 9 0 45.35 Morwell ........ 2 9 0 60.63 Wonthaggi....1 11 0 35.77 GOALKICKERS

Pts

44 40 32 30 20 18 16 12 8 4

K. Ruyters (Trar) ...........(2) 23 N. Wheildon (Moe) ........(1) 22 T. Hamilton (Trar) ..........(1) 20 K. Hermansen (Drouin) ..(3) 19 V. Caia (Warr)................(1) 18 B. Cornelis (Won)..........(5) 18 M. Nico (Sale) ...............(1) 15 J. Cunico (Trar) .............(3) 14 F. Materia (Leon) ...........(0) 14 H. Wilmot (Bairns) ........(3) 13

OTHER MATCHES SENIORS Moe 16.19.115 d Drouin 11.6.72 RESERVES Moe 14.10.94 d Drouin 8.8.56 FOURTHS Moe 11.10.76 d Drouin 5.6.36

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