The Great Southern Star - March 26, 2019

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Big hit: Evelyn Stephens, a regular to the Ladies Friday Coffee Morning at Lulus Cafe in Leongatha, was thrilled to catch up with Senator Derryn Hinch last week. Senator Hinch heard that many would like to see the return of rail services to Leongatha and he told The Star he is pushing for better rail services in the country regions. Read more on page 7.

CASH SPLASH Mirboo North pool total rebuild a reality

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By Tony Giles MIRBOO North is rejoicing after a Federal Government funding announcement of $600,000 that will deliver the total $5.4 million pool redevelopment without compromise.

McMillan MP Russell Broadbent made the announcement last Friday in front of a huge contingent of delighted community members. Mr Broadbent said there were no strings attached to the funding. “The money has been allocated, there will be no shortcuts or scaling down of the project; the money will

be delivered in full before the next election,� he said. He even asked South Gippsland Shire Council’s director of infrastructure Anthony Seabrook when the works would be able to begin. Mr Seabrook said tenders will be in by May and he expected the first sod to be turned in June or July. Continued on page 3.

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Rail trail volunteers burnt out

By Brad Lester

VOLUNTEERS are burnt out and want South Gippsland Shire Council to take responsibility for the maintenance of the Great Southern Rail Trail. Trail committee of management treasurer Laurie Martin said the task of maintaining “an unmade 72km road” was too great for volunteers and called on council to take over management by July 1, 2019. The committee suggested council appoints a rail trail manager, and funds maintenance works from its own budget and grants the committee now receives. The committee would still oversee leasing of Crown land, marketing and administration. The committee chairperson recently resigned as he could not meet the daily demands on his time while working and the committee secretary is on leave due to work and personal projects. The previous committee resigned due to its excessive workload and called on council to take over responsibility, Mr Martin told council last Wednesday. “It is our real concern that further burn out and/or disaffection of committee members will occur and that the overall

management regime may decline between now and October 2020 when our term of appointment ends,” he said. “This would not provide the best launching pad for an extended Great Southern Rail Trail.” A recommendation before tomorrow’s (Wednesday) council meeting calls for council to accept the request to become the committee of management for the trail from Leongatha to Welshpool once the term of the current volunteer committee expires. Mr Martin said, “As a committee we would be surprised, and as a ratepayer I would be concerned, if councillors believe a part time committee of volunteers without a civil or roading engineer among them could more efficiently manage the maintenance of what is essentially an unmade 72km road than the professionals currently employed and contracted by council to manage the shire’s 790-plus kilometres of sealed roads and 1200-plus kilometres of unsealed roads.” Mr Martin said while the rail trail is “undoubtedly a major economic and social asset for South Gippsland with immense potential”, such potential cannot be achieved solely under volunteer management, given the extensive maintenance, capital works and infrastructure require the skills and experience of council staff.

“The current, volunteer committee largely comprises people who work for a living. Their first priority is their family. Their second priority is their paid job,” Mr Martin said. “We cannot expect all of them to stay on the committee nor can we expect them to be available at the drop of a hat to do committee work.” Mr Martin said the committee has supported council’s proposal to extend the rail trail to Korumburra and beyond, but said “a sound and sustainable management system” was needed before the trail was extended. When the new committee started in November last year, Mr Martin said there was no formal maintenance plan, no defined policies and no marketing plan. The new committee has since developed a business plan to guide the management and maintenance of the trail over the next 18 months. The plan addresses maintenance and asset management, leasing, marketing, communications, networks and activities, and governance and future planning. Mr Martin said leasing the trail could generate income and effective marketing would help raise awareness and contribute to local economies. The committee hopes to have at least three occasions a year where it

Action needed: from left, South Gippsland Shire Councillor Lorraine Brunt, council’s representative on the Great Southern Rail Trail committee of management, discusses future management of the trail with committee members Danny Drummond, treasurer Laurie Martin and Kee Chiam at the council chamber in Leongatha last Wednesday. supports a local event along the trail. “A recent example was the bicycle parking station we provided at the Meeniyan Garlic Festival,” Mr Martin said. The current committee would step down in October 2020 to be replaced by a Section 86 or similar style of committee to work

Minister orders bullying probe By Brad Lester BULLYING allegations made by former councillor Meg Edwards will be investigated by the Local Government Inspectorate on the order of Victorian Local Government Minister Adem Somyurek, following a report on the front page of The Star, March 19, 2019. Mr Somyurek said, “I am deeply concerned with the public allegations made about the behaviour of some councillors at the South Gippsland Shire Council. “I have referred the public allegations to the Local Government Inspectorate for consideration and investigation as appropriate.” Ms Edwards told a councillor crisis public meeting in Leongatha on March 14 that she had been bullied by other councillors while a councillor with South Gippsland Shire Council, including being screamed at, stalked and having smoke blown in her face, which all contributed to her decision to resign.

Ms Edwards told The Star she was disappointed the minister was only acting now given she had raised the allegations previously and that she was informed of the investigation by the media. “Hearing of any such investigation this way only compounded the impact of what I and other councillors have already endured. There is a municipal monitor in place as the eyes and ears of the minister since June 2018,” she said. “To start another process at this time could be seen as undermining that work which has not yet been released. The minister’s response to the monitor’s report, which we all hope will be transparently tabled, should be released before any further ratepayers’ money is spent or further impact on any councillors, staff or community members.” Mayor Cr Don Hill said council welcomed the investigation. “Previous independent investigations have been unable to uncover any evidence of the kind of allegations being circulated and council will fully cooperate with any investigation undertaken,” he said. By way of background, the minister’s office said that under the councillor conduct frame-

The pool will not open for the 20192020 pool season but should be ready for swimmers during 2020. The redevelopment includes demolishing the existing buildings and the complete construction of new facilities. Planned works to the pools will include modifications to the pool including a new splash park, a new learn to swim pool, ramp access to all pools, as well as the construction of a new building allowing dry programs to be held in a fully accessible building. “The Mirboo North pool is an institution, with many locals having learnt to swim at the pool and families from across the region travelling to the pool for a fun day out,” Mr Broadbent said. “Mary Baker, Tonya Wright and the Mirboo North community have been outstanding in their support and determination to get this new pool funded and I am really pleased to be able to deliver this additional money. “Local fundraiser Riley Parker has been a champion of the pool, having singlehandedly raised more than $2000 and his parents and community are rightly

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Airing allegations: how The Star reported Meg Edwards’ bullying allegations, in the edition of March 19, 2019. work in the Local Government Act, the Chief Municipal Inspector at the inspectorate can investigate and initiate an application for a councillor conduct panel to make a finding of serious misconduct against a councillor. The inspector can also investigate and bring an application for the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) to make a finding of gross misconduct against a councillor. Serious misconduct includes bullying of another councillor or member of council staff by a councillor, and can result in sus-

pension for up to six months. Gross misconduct is behaviour that demonstrates that a councillor is not a fit and proper person to hold the office of councillor, and can result in a councillor being disqualified and ineligible to be a candidate for up to eight years. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien, in Parliament last Tuesday, March 19, urged the minister to release the municipal monitor’s report to the public as soon as possible. Meanwhile, Cr Hill believes he a letter he sent to The Star re-

cently, signed by six councillors claiming unity, does not reveal how councillors voted in regards to the CEO’s contract, in a confidential session. “The letter did not indicate how councillors voted. That is merely your inference,” he said of the letter that referred to six-three vote to readvertise the CEO’s position, and was signed by six councillors. The mayor denied the letter may have breached the Local Government Act, if it was taken as revealing how councillors voted in the closed session.

Mirboo North pool total rebuild a reality Continued from page 1.

with South Gippsland Shire Council, and potentially Wellington and Cardinia shires, to manage the trail. Cr Ray Argento praised the committee for its work, saying, “You’re a bunch of dedicated people who only the best for our region.”

proud of him.” Riley was at Friday’s announcement and his fundraising “Riley’s Mission to fix Mirboo North Pool” is now over the $2500 mark. He has been raising funds for 18 months through mostly money tins around the town. South Gippsland Shire Council mayor Cr Don Hill said this project had been in the workings for a long time and he paid tribute to the Mirboo North community which had laboured 10 years to get to this point. The federal funds were made available through the Community Development Grants program with the additional funding helping the shire and pool committee reach its goals. Those groups in attendance included the Friends of the Mirboo North Swimming Pool committee, Cr Hill, Cr Rosemary Cousin, South Gippsland Shire CEO Tim Tamlin, Mirboo North and District Community Foundation, YMCA South Gippsland, and Mirboo North and District Community Bank Branch. On July 10, 2018, South Gippsland Shire Council decided to commit $3.6 million to the redevelopment of the Mir-

boo North Outdoor Pool. The Mirboo North and District Community Foundation chipped in $450,000, Mirboo North and District Community Bank Branch $100,000, the State Gov-

ernment’s Pick My Project amount was $175,000, Friends of the Mirboo North Swimming Pool $47,186, Mirboo North Country $10,000 and various private donations added to the total.

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Jetty walk: numerous people were present to celebrate the official opening of the Port Welshpool Long Jetty on Friday afternoon, taking a stroll with McMillan MP Russell Broadbent to commemorate the historic jetty which has undergone extensive rehabilitation since fire damage in 2003.

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MEMBERS of the community and beyond gathered to commemorate the restoration of the Port Welshpool Long Jetty along with Federal Member for McMillan, Russell Broadbent last Friday afternoon.

distances to appreciate the historic jetty, saying the rehabilitation project would allow people to walk up and down the jetty for generations to come. “When we are gone, this will still be there. It’s a tribute to all of you,” he said. The contract for the rehabilitation program was awarded to SMC Marine, The jetty, which extends over 900 a Sydney based company with extenmetres, is Victoria’s longest. sive experience in the restoration of Constructed in the late 1930s, extimber wharves and piers. tended in the 1980s, and damaged by Works included the removal of the fire in 2003, the condition of the bridge deck timbers from the inshore secbegan to deteriorate with no clear dition, rehabilitation of existing piles, rection or future of the structure. Following the fire, the Victorian and demolition and replacement of the Government committed $5 million to burnt section of the structure which the jetty’s restoration. In 2016, VRFish ran a distance of approximately 572 joined the campaign, securing a further metres. The slipway approach was also $4.6 million of Federal Government reconstructed in a manner similar to funding. The jetty was opened to public from the jetty, and the old winch shed was December 21, 2018 while minor works restored and re-erected. The finished jetty now allows for were finalised including interpretive signage before the official public open- disabled access and is fitted with handing and community celebration last rails on side, public lighting, a water Friday. The unofficial opening last year supply and fire service. It also features was instigated to ensure the jetty could fishing stations, artefacts and interprebe enjoyed over the summer months by tative signage. The community celebrated with a the public. Mr Broadbent warmly welcomed barbecue provided by the Lions Club attendees, some who had travelled great of Toora after the walk along the jetty.

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Official opening: from left, Wonthaggi’s Norma Davis and friend Betty Reeve from Cranbourne both originally lived in Welshpool and travelled to celebrate the official opening of the Long Jetty on Friday.

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“THE STAR” Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - PAGE 5

Council drives roads overhaul By Brad Lester

to increase funding for gravel roads to the tune of $1 million and also the rail trail maintenance of $2 million, all without cutting any existing services or raise MORE roads spending is a highlight of rates above the mandated CPI levels.” South Gippsland Shire Council’s ProHe said council had added $500,000 a year for the next 15 years towards gravel road maintenance. posed Budget for 2019-20. Rates are expected to increase by an average of 2.5 Council plans to spend $5.6 million on road reseals and other road improvements, as well as an percent, in line with the State Government’s rate cap extra $910,000 for road maintenance, including but higher than the two percent increase of 2018-19. The rates increase will include the rating dif$414,000 for gravel resheeting. These works are part of a $25.95 million capital ferentials and new categories of council’s Proposed works budget that is $6.9 million more than last year. Rating Strategy 2019-2022. This strategy will introduce three rating categoCouncil will borrow $3.6 million to help fund the works, which will include $4.4 million for the ries: extractive industries, infrastructure and utilities, Mirboo North Pool redevelopment, $2.7 million for and vacant rural land. Properties in the extractive industries, and inthe now fully funded Leongatha Business Precinct Project (Bair Street), $2.6 million for the Korum- frastructure and utilities categories will have a difburra Community Hub Project (subject to funding), ferential of 105 percent of the general rate, while a $1.9 million to extend and enhance the Great South- differential of 190 percent will apply in the vacant ern Rail Trail (subject to funding) plus an additional rural land category. Other categories are unchanged: industrial (105 $57,000 for ongoing maintenance, $1.7 million for building renewals and upgrades, and $1.1 million for percent differential), commercial (105 percent), farming (70 percent), rural residential (70 percent), pool renewals at Leongatha, Toora and Foster. There will also be $901,000 for footpath exten- vacant land (200 percent), and cultural and recresions, and $250,000 for a new toilet block and im- ational land (50 percent). A municipal charge will not be re-introduced. proved car parking at the Port Welshpool Long Jetty, Staff costs have been reduced by $2 million to subject to funding. Mayor Cr Don Hill said, “Council has been able $26 million due to council no longer providing home and community care services. Council expects an operating surplus of $9.24 million in 2019-20, $8.96 million more than the projected surplus of $280,000 for 2018-19 due to fewer projects and more grants. In the budget, Cr Hill said the budget includes an allowance of $250,000 a year to enable council’s current level of home and community services to continue until June 30, 2020. The company Mecwacare will take over these services from council from April 1, 2019. Cr Andrew McEwen said the gravel roads boost included the addition of roadworks at Nyora, Korumburra and Meeniyan, following campaigns by those communities for local roads to be attended to. Cr Jim Fawcett was pleased efficiencies gained by council were not only being passed on to the community by way of lower rates but also through infrastructure. Long way: Cr Ray Argento said South “It is a significant change, it is the new direction,” Gippsland Shire Council’s road network is he said. The public can comment on the Council Plan, extensive.

Roads to somewhere: deputy mayor Cr Alyson Skinner praises South Gippsland Shire Council’s roads spending during debate about the proposed budget in the Leongatha council chamber last Wednesday.

budget and rating strategy by emailing: • for the Revised Council Plan 2017-2021 and Proposed 2019/20 Annual Budget: submission@ southgippsland.vic.gov.au • for the Proposed Rating Strategy 2019-2022: ratingstrategy@southgippsland.vic.gov.au Alternatively submissions will be accepted in writing addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha VIC 3953. All submissions will close at 5pm on Friday, April 26.

Murder case continues THE man charged with the murder of Cowes woman Samantha Fraser will return to the Latrobe Valley Magistrates’ Court in October for a committal hearing. He has been remanded in custody until October 21, when the matter will return to court at 10am. Ms Fraser died in Cowes on Monday, July 23.

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84 teams race in grand prix By Grace Griffith EIGHTY-FOUR teams and nearly 2000 entrants participated in the 22nd year of the Wonthaggi Human Powered Vehicle Grand Prix held from March 22-24.

The two day event involved primary school and secondary school students, as well as classes available to the wider community, racing human powered vehicles over a 1.4km street circuit. A non-stop 24 hour race was also held for senior students which involved racing of three or four wheeled recumbent vehicles around the Grand Prix track in Wonthaggi. The endurance race aimed to test the stamina of the vehicles and of the eight competitors in each race team. Winners were decided not just by the results of the race, however; vehicles were scrutineered for safety features and were judged on design and

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Ready, set, go: Alan Gostelow, chair of the Inverloch and District Bendigo Bank joins Ready to race: from left, Tarkyn Dann, Rhett Wilson, Helen Parkes and Toby Earle were clerk of course Matt Balcombe in flagging members of the support crew for the Wonthaggi Secondary College’s Senior Wizards entry the competitors off to a start in the Human in the Human Powered Vehicle Grand Prix run over two days at the Wonthaggi Recreation Powered Vehicle Grand Prix at Wonthaggi Reserve last weekend. last Saturday. construction which was then tallied against the results of the race. “Everyone enjoyed the race, the atmosphere is friendly, and the circuit is the best one in Victoria. We get teams from South Australia who drive just to compete here,” race secretary and organiser Ewan Cole said. The event is open to students across all schools, with many classes requiring 50 percent female inclusion. Mr Cole said there was also an open girls’ class along with junior open class, open secondary class and community open class with no gender requirements. A veteran class for competitors 35 years and older was also available. “The weather was kind to us and it all went really well,” Mr Cole said. “The fastest lap was set by Toothless, Wattle Racing for 1min 56.253sec.” Toothless, the overall trial winner, completed 630 laps of the 1.4km circuit in the 24 hour stint. The Trisled Encouragement Award was given to Golden Square Primary School.

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Broadbent delivers on Leongatha Netball Courts Redevelopment THE Leongatha and District Netball Association will benefit from upgraded netball courts, thanks to a $50,000 grant from the Federal Government. Federal Member, Russell Broadbent visited the club recently to welcome the additional funding which will go towards the Association's planned redevelopment of the netball courts at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. “With the new facilities, the Leongatha Netball Association will be able to provide their players with better courts, safer playing areas, and the increased potential to hold district tournaments in Leongatha,” Mr Broadbent said. “Sporting associations are an integral part of

our local community. Besides the value of the physical activity they encourage, they bring young people and adults together building strong social connections in the community. This investment is not just about today's club members, it is also one for the future members of the Association,” Mr Broadbent said. “Improving sporting facilities in our towns helps provide opportunities for future generations to train, grow and have a sense of belonging within the community.” The Federal Government has a strong focus on investing in local community sporting facilities said Mr Broadbent.

Human headline: Senator Derryn Hinch was very interested to read of the South Gippsland Shire Council debacle in The Star during a visit to Leongatha last Friday.

Hinch drops into town CONTROVERSIAL? Yes, but boring, never.

announced last Friday and caused quite a bit of interest when he dropped into one of the town’s popular meeting spots, Lulus Cafe. Very much a household name Derryn Hinch, jourAnd Senator Hinch wasn’t just there for the exnalist, broadcaster and current senator, he has lived cellent the coffee and game of chess. He was on a his life in the headlines and calls a spade a spade. mission – that being to meet with the locals and get a Senator Hinch formed his own political party, the feel for what is needed in their region. Derryn Hinch Justice Party, in 2015 with a platform After a walk around town, he settled down at Lufor ‘equality and justice for all’ and was elected to lus where he was thrilled to be invited to join a large the Senate in 2016. group of local Leongatha ladies who meet every FriA strong supporter of domestic violence law re- day for a catch up. form, Senator Hinch said when he was elected he The group is made up of old and new residents aimed to get out into the country once a month to and one member Mary Patterson said any ladies new learn more about the issues affecting rural and re- to the town are more than welcome to come along gional areas. and join in and join in Senator Hinch did. So far he has visited Bendigo, Mildura, Swan Hill Judging from the clicking of phones of women and Morwell. taking photos and the laughter, Senator Hinch was On Thursday afternoon he dropped into Inverloch certainly a big hit. where he caught up with the residents of Seahaven Talking to The Star at Lulus, Senator Hinch said aged care centre. He said he had a lovely time during he was interested in pushing for better rail services to their musical afternoon for Harmony Day. the country regions and for more help for victims of “We had a good old sing-a-long and I even got to domestic violence. sing, Sweet Caroline,” he said. The Star informed Senator Hinch there are still He thought his visit was well received judging many Leongatha locals and indeed South Gippslanders from all the positive attention he was getting from who would like to see the rail returned to Leongatha. the residents. He was also very interested to read in The Star What you see is what you get with 73 year old about the South Gippsland Shire Council crisis and Senator Hinch, which is very refreshing in this out of took a bundle of Stars back to catch up on all the control politically correct (PC) world where most pol- local news. iticians and people are so guarded in what they say. Following his Leongatha visit, Senator Hinch Not so Senator Hinch who visited Leongatha un- made his way to Wonthaggi to meet with the locals.

Meeting with the Leongatha & District Netball Association: from left, Emma Smith, Julie Bloye, Anita Gourlay, Pat Kuhne, Mitch Price, Russell Broadbent MP, Barb Challis, Paul Kemper and Bek Vagg.

Women to be hit hardest by Labor's Retiree Tax LABOR'S proposed changes to franking credit rules, or the retiree tax, will have its greatest impact on women. Australian Tax Office data has confirmed that Australian women at a significantly greater number than men, have invested in shares in order to save for their future retirement. Labor's changes will punish them for their thrift. Federal Member, Russell Broadbent, has spoken out strongly against Labor's policy,

and is concerned for the impact it will have, not only on the retirees, but on the communities in which they live. “Retirement is a time to sit back and enjoy life, it is unfair to punish those who have worked hard to secure a selfsufficient retirement, Mr Broadbent said. The tax that Labor is proposing will be a set-back for all self-funded retirees and their families. “With the average Australian investor set to lose

in excess of $2000 a year through this Labor policy, it will be a substantial loss of their disposal income for hard working women and this will have a direct impact on the local communities where they live and shop. “For those approaching or already in retirement, this is a source of income that they are unlikely to be able to replace. “What the Australian Tax Office data is saying, is that this tax will hit women the hardest,” Mr Broadbent said.

Broadbent welcomes upgrades to Lyric Theatre

Truck crash A FEED truck rolled onto its side on Bena-Kongwak Road, near the Jeetho West Road intersection, Bena yesterday (Monday) afternoon, blocking all traffic.

fence and charged with arson by Foster Police. The offender was bailed to attend the Korumburra Magistrates’ court at a later date.

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It was a one vehicle incident with no injuries to the driver. The cause of the accident is yet to be determined. As of 3.45pm Monday, the truck continued to block traffic. Police were on the scene and waiting for heavy haulage to arrive and clear the rolled feed truck. Photo courtesy Twitter/@derryvale.

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Visiting the studio Russell said that disability access is vital to creating inclusive spaces that are welcoming and inviting. “Leongatha Lyric Theatre is such a vital part of the Leongatha community, and this project will help ensure people have better access to their facilities and can be involved in their productions. “The Arts are an inclusive

Meeting with the Leongatha Lyric Theatre: from left, Mike Street, Russell Broadbent, Peter Western, David and Marg Tattersall. community and I am pleased to see the Lyric Theatre continue to go from strength to strength,” Mr Broadbent said.

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New chapter for library service

By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

ALTHOUGH the South Coast Mobile Library has reached the end of its life, Bass Coast Shire Council is adamant the community will not go without a library service.

First market: being her first time at Dumbalk, Taylah Foster of Glengarry was Beautiful images: Nerolie Newman, whose mother lives in Dumbalk, was showing off her selling some of her scrunchies and clip on colourful photographs for the first time. This one is of Princes Pier in Melbourne. The image ribbons to interested buyers. is mounted on acrylic.

Market numbers swell at Dumbalk THE smell of sausages and the enticements of Devonshire Teas and pancakes had visitor numbers swelling at Dumbalk on Saturday. It was the 17th annual market run by the

Dumbalk and District Progress Association and stallholders would have been happy with how the day went after early drizzle had cleared. The hall was packed with stalls including several first timers. Jams, produce, honey, sweets,

craft, toys, plants, antiques and old tools were just a few of the items for sale with plenty of bargains to be had. A flat top barbecue will be purchased by the association from the market’s proceeds.

Noticeboard PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS

PUBLIC EXHIBITION

WORKS THIS WEEK

A person proposing to make a submission under s.223 of the Act must do so by 5.00pm, Friday 26 April 2019. Late submissions will not be considered by Council. Wednesday 27 March, 10.00am* Submissions must be addressed to the Chief Executive (Council Agenda Topics only) *Expressions of interest to present were made by accessing a written submission must state in their submission if Council’s website ‘Presenting to Council’ page (by COB they wish to be heard in support of, or to be represented 22/3), contact 5662 9222 for details. A list of booked topics can be viewed the day prior on Council’s website. Meeting. All Council sessions are located at Council Chambers, Michael Place, Leongatha

Roadside slashing: Darlimurla, Stony Creek, Dumbalk Unsealed road drainage program: Leongatha North, >

Unsealed road maintenance: Stony Creek, Buffalo, Korumburra, Arawata, Strzelecki Tree requests: Whole Shire Reseal preparation stabilising: Leongatha North Road, Leongatha North and Port Franklin Road, Port Franklin Changeroom refurbishment: Korumburra Recreation ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING Separate submissions are to be lodged for: Reserve 1. Revised Council Plan 2017-2021 Wednesday 27 March 2019, 2.00pm Sealed road drainage program: Creamery Valley Road, 2. Proposed 2019/20 Annual Budget or Questions were registered by accessing Council’s website Toora 3. Proposed Rating Strategy 2019-2022. ‘Questions for Council Meetings’ page (by COB 22/3), Reseal preparation regulating: Andersons Inlet Road, Submissions are encouraged to be sent via email for the contact 5662 9222 for details. Alternatively you can lodge Moyarra and Port Franklin Road, Port Franklin Revised Council Plan 2017-2021 and Proposed 2019/20 Netball court construction: Fish Creek Recreation Annual Budget to of the Council Meeting. Reserve submission@southgippsland.vic.gov.au and for the Please note that Council live streams and records Bridge replacement: Ruby Arawata Road, Ruby Proposed Rating Strategy 2019-2022 to ratingstrategy@ its Ordinary Council Meetings, refer to the Policy on southgippsland.vic.gov.au Major culvert renewal: Shands Road, Welshpool Council’s website for more details. Alternatively, submissions will also be accepted in writing Road rehabilitation: Court Street, Foster Agenda Topics:

! " #$ % Crest and corner widening: ? G Z 8 | " ! ? " Shire Council, Private Bag 4, Leongatha, VIC 3953. Bridge repairs: Wintles Road, Mount Best Strategy 2019-2023 Submitters (or Representatives) will be heard at an Open Kerb and channel renewal Spring Street, Korumburra 3.2. New Policy: C73 Port Welshpool and District " & ' Tree removal: Victoria Street, Loch Maritime Museum and Collection Policy Leongatha at 10.45am on 22 May 2019 for the Revised Guardrail installation: Fish Creek – Waratah Road, Council Plan 2017-2021 and Proposed 2019/20 Annual Y 8 ? \ }

" Waratah Bay * + 8; " ' Management Arrangements IMPOUNDED VEHICLE Rating Strategy 2019-2022. 4.2. Budget Allocation - Acquisition of Former Council impounded the following vehicles from various Council will consider and decide on all the submissions % ? } ' ' ? ] locations in accordance with Schedule 11 of the Local at a Special Meeting of Council in the Council Chambers, 4.3. Endorse New Road Name - Unnamed Road off Government Act 1989: Michael Place, Leongatha at 11.00am on Wednesday 29 Foster Mount Best Road, Mount Best May 2019. Please note copies of submissions (including Vehicle: ? +HHJ Q 8#U;;XYJ<ZZJ;QY 4.4. Strategy Revision - Social Community Infrastructure submitters’ names and addresses) will be made public in Vehicle: > 8JJQ = [ \] ;; \J8HZ;HJ Blueprint 2014-2029 & " Vehicle: > = ^ ' _ 22 May 2019 and the Special Meeting of Council 29 May 5.1. Policy Review: C51 Councillor Support and Unless the vehicles are collected and relevant fees 2019. Expenditure Review paid within fourteen (14) days of this notice, the Council is also required to make submissions available vehicles will be offered for sale to the public. Please 7.1 Notice of Motion - Councillor Expenditure and Code for public inspection for a period of 12 months. Following contact our Local Laws team on 5662 9200. of Conduct Review Findings to be Made Public consideration of the submissions, Council may amend 7.2. Notice of Motion - Australian Coastal Councils PUBLIC NOTICE or not amend the Council Plan, Annual Budget or Rating Association Strategy. ' % G j

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++ ] +H8J &RXQFLO gazetted the road name change. The new name has now been registered and emergency services 8.4. Instruments of Appointment and Authorisation IMMUNISATIONS informed. Council will erect new signage in due Planning and Environment Act 1987 Foster: Tuesday 2 April (10.00am - 10.30am) at the War course. 14.1 Closed Session - Legal Advice Memorial Arts Centre For a more detailed map please visit Council’s website. PUBLIC EXHIBITION Leongatha: Tuesday 2 April (12.30 - 1.30pm) at the < = '?#' ? \€ G ] \ #! 1. REVISED COUNCIL PLAN 2017-2021 Mirboo North: Wednesday 3 April (9.00 - 9.30am) at the + '? ' #| +H8J +H GG= < *=| #\ G| & Z '? ' #| ? \€G \? \# ‚ +H8J}+H++ Korumburra: Wednesday 3 April (11.30am - 12.00pm) at Council has prepared a Revised Council Plan the Karmai Community Children’s Centre 2017-2021, Proposed 2019/20 Annual Budget and the EMPLOYMENT Proposed Rating Strategy 2019-2022 in accordance with ss.125, 127 and 129 of the Local Government Act 1989, Council advertises all employment opportunities on its ƒ ƒ " +Q [ website. 2019 Ordinary Council Meeting. For details please visit: Copies of these documents, together with information www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/employment < % ^' Reporting) Regulations 2014 are available for inspection on Council’s website ƒƒƒ % % & 9 Smith Street, Leongatha from 8.30am to 5.00pm from 26 March to 26 April 2019.

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Currently, council is working through service model options for each of the five locations the mobile library once stopped at: Grantville, Corinella, Coronet Bay, Kilcunda and San Remo. Some of the concepts under investigation include micro libraries or click and collect services. These options promise to be more modern, flexible and offer more hours of service per week. The community libraries and click and collect points will be able to operate from multiple places and will reflect the ways people are increasingly using libraries. The libraries would be planned for Corinella and San Remo with click and collect points available in Coronet Bay and Grantville. Each of the four outlets would service the towns for 30 hours a week, versus just one to 2.5 hours a week delivered by the mobile. Expanding outreach programs in schools, early year centres and aged care centres have also been explored. This solution has already been in launched with weekly Story Time now taking place at Bass Valley Children’s Centre. Other options are still under investigation. Ultimately, council and West Gippsland Libraries concluded the cost of replacing a truck – approximately $1 million – was not a viable option. The mobile library is set to be discontinued on June 30. However, it will remain operational if the alternate service models are not yet underway. Cr Clare Le Serve said it had been a stressful time with a lot of conflicting opinions, but the cost was not justifiable. “We have been given assurance the Waterline area will have a library service. How that will be delivered, we are yet to know,� she said. “We all value the library service and know the value of reading in our community.� Cr Le Serve thanked the Save the Mobile Library Group. Currently, there are 252 active mobile library users in Bass Coast and 121 active users in South Gippsland. Cr Julian Brown said the figures just didn’t stack up. “To buy a new truck for the number of residents it services is not practical,� he said. “It would be nice to see something like a community library in the Waterline area. We do have an aging demographic who struggle with technology and value books. We are working to ensure there is no gap between the new and the current service, and I look forward to further consultation with the community.� Cr Ellis reiterated the library users would not be abandoned. As chair of West Gippsland Libraries, Cr Ellis said; “The new service delivery methods will improve access to library services in the region by being available more hours per week and offering programs and events that cannot be offered on the Mobile. “As chairperson of the board and as local councillor, I’d like to reassure residents that we will not withdraw the mobile until the replacement services have been determined. “It’s important now that we all work together and harness the can-do attitude of the Waterline to ensure this does become the best possible library service for our communities moving forward.� West Gippsland Libraries CEO Leanne Williams said; “On behalf of our library staff, I would like to thank council for its ongoing support of these changes and for the very thorough process it went through to listen and reassure the community that our changes are being made with a focus on improving access to library services for all residents.�

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Headspace officially opens By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas COINCIDING with Harmony Day, Wonthaggi’s headspace centre was officially launched on Thursday. The launch was well attended and officials including McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, representatives from centre operator Relationships Australia Victoria (RAV) and the centre’s consortium organisations, staff from contract manager Gippsland Primary Health Network (PHN) and other service providers were welcomed. Wonthaggi’s headspace began delivering services on January 2. It supports young people across Bass Coast and South Gippsland, including through five outposts at Youth Clinics in Wonthaggi, Foster, Leongatha, Korumburra and Cowes. This is the second Gippsland headspace centre. Bairnsdale’s headspace has been in operation for many years. Last year, Bairnsdale saw 900 young adults with Wonthaggi looking to provide

similar support for its local youths. In 2016, there were 3766 residents aged 15 to 24 in the Bass Coast Shire, with 3817 residents of South Gippsland aged 15 to 24 years. “As we know, headspace targets young adults between the ages of 12 and 25. I was pleased to see that of those 900 people we saw in Bairnsdale last year, two thirds of them were in the 15 to 17 year old age group. That’s the precise age group we are looking to support,” RAV CEO Dr Andrew Bickerdike said. “RAV is pleased to be part of this consortium and we thank the consortium partners. I’d also like to acknowledge the Youth Advisory Group, which was instrumental in setting up the centre. It is important you let young adults make decisions about the types of services we offer here.” Two representatives of the Youth Advisory Group – Tilly Smally and Chloe Papillon – attended the launch. Chloe said she was ecstatic to see the headspace centre finally launched in Wonthaggi. “I feel this is an important facility for a small town. Mental illness is prominent in youth and it needs to be talked about,” she said.

“This centre is warm and welcoming and shows you are not alone. I feel privileged to have this amazing centre in my hometown.” At Wonthaggi headspace, the services will be accessible, youth-friendly and integrated. Confidential services will include sexual assault counselling, group work, disability support, family counselling, vocational guidance, and assistance with job seeking. Gippsland Primary Health Network chair Dr Sinead De Gooyer was thrilled to see the centre launched. “Early intervention is crucial and this centre has been a long time coming,” she said. “Nine and a half years ago we opened the Youth Assist Clinic in Leongatha. A year later, we opened the clinic in Foster. From there we opened Wonthaggi, Korumburra and Phillip Island, and central to these outposts is the wonderful headspace centre in Wonthaggi. This will empower our youth to take control of their mental health.” Greens candidate for Monash William Hornstra also attended the headspace launch. Mr Hornstra is a 19 year old student from Moe. “As a young person myself, I understand

Officially open: from left, Youth Advisory Group member Tilly Smally, Gippsland Primary Health Network chair Dr Sinead De Gooyer, McMillan MP Russell Broadbent, Relationships Australia Victoria Gippsland manager Jo Huggins, Relationships Australia Victoria CEO Dr Andrew Bickerdike, Youth Advisory Group member Chloe Papillon and Gippsland Primary Health Network chief executive officer Amanda Proposch were thrilled to officially open Wonthaggi’s headspace centre on Thursday. many of the barriers blocking young people from getting the mental health support we need. The Federal Government needs to do more for youth mental health,” he said.

“We need to look out for the early signs of mental health problems, listen carefully, be compassionate and be proactive in providing help – the earlier local intervention the better.”

MP welcomes phone boost MOTORISTS along the Strzelecki Highway and local residents will welcome the Federal Government’s announcement of a new mobile tower at Berrys Creek to boost phone reception. Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien congratulated his federal colleagues, Senator Bridget McKenzie, Minister for Regional Services and McMillan MP Russell Broadbent for delivering on a much needed black spot boost, which is funded with support from the State Government. “The electorate of Gippsland South has done extremely well over the last few years with new mobile towers thanks to investment by the State Government including the previous Liberal Nationals Government and the work of Russell Broadbent,” Mr O’Brien said. “Berrys Creek has been an issue for thousands of travellers along the Strzelecki Highway as a

noted drop out point and this new tower will boost safety and improve communications for all travellers and local residents around the Berrys Creek area.” Mr O ‘Brien said the Federal Government, with support from State Government funding, has put around 20 new towers up in the Gippsland South electorate in the past four years, including at places such as Kongwak, Dumbalk and Arawata. “We in South Gippsland have some difficult terrain to ensure good mobile service but the commitment of the Federal Liberal Nationals Government to the black spot program has been fantastic,” he said. “I strongly welcome the announcement by Gippsland’s own Bridget McKenzie this week of a further $220 million for regional telecommunications. It’s a clear sign that The Nationals and Liberals are delivering for country people.”

Reception winner: Gippsland South MLA Danny O’Brien has welcomed the announcement of a new mobile phone tower for Berrys Creek.

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THE Boolarra community is raising funds for its postie Shannon Blines, who needs of a heart transplant. To do so, a family friendly festival of live music at the Boolarra Community Hotel will be held this Sunday, March 31, from 11am to 5pm. Have a Heart Day will feature Boolarra’s finest musicians, including Courtney Jane, Dee, Uke Group, Duenna, Borderline, Exit Strategy, The Schumannator, Smokin’ Dog Johnson and Destiny Band Oz. Entry is $10, children under 15 free. BYO picnic rug or chair. Bistro meals available from 12pm to 2pm. Bookings essential by phoning 5169 6420. Barbecue from 2pm to 5pm. Free camping. The event is hosted by the hotel and Boolarra Community Development Group.

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GIPPSLAND Farmer Relief is seeking volunteers across South Gippsland to help deliver hampers to farming families in need. Please contact Jan Stirling on 0488 445 153 for more information or to express interest in volunteering for this worthy cause.

Inspiring evening: from left, guest speaker Lucy Mathieson of Bake, Play, Smile with Jessica Bell from Elders, Leongatha, at the Southern Business Women’s Network dinner last Thursday.

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ST LAURENCE O’Toole Primary School in Leongatha is holding its annual fete on Friday, March 29 from 3.30pm to 7.30pm. There will be rides, food and drink, cake stall, haunted house, sporting challenges, farmyard animals, face painting, spinning wheel, show bags, dunk tank, mystery jar, photo booth and more!

Entertaining time: the community is welcome to attend an outdoor concert afternoon and barbecue at Scot’s Pioneer Church at Mardan South.

COME and listen to the stories of Arawata from 1890 to mid twentieth century at the Sunday School building behind the Arawata Union Church on Fairbank Road open from 10am, Saturday, March 30. All are welcome to attend.

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The event will be held on Sunday, March 31 at 2pm, with entertainment by the Wonthaggi U3A Choir, the Travlin Country Two of Graeme Drury and Phil Benson, singers Kaylah Thomas (pictured) and Ruby Taylor, flautist Christine Ross and clarinet player Karen Baker.

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THE March dinner speaker for the Southern Business Women’s Network, Lucy Mathieson, who is a successful food blogger whose home base is in South Gippsland. She shared with the dinner guests at last Thursday’s event at Krowera her secrets and learnings from her journey from primary school teacher to successful blogger. This is the story of how one woman turned a hobby into a business, with the addition of hard work and an understanding that you can’t do it all on your own. The venue for the evening was The Grove, a bar and restaurant recently opened in the hills of Krowera. Guests were greeted with a spectacular view across grape vines and rolling hills. Guests commented the food was delicious and the scenery spectacular. “Next month our focus turns to Meeniyan and we’re interviewing a number of people involved in the revitalisation of Meeniyan,” network president Dana Hughes said. “We’re interested to understand what the components are of re-inventing a town, a business or an idea”. Because of Easter, the network is holding the event a week earlier – April 11 at the Meeniyan Hall and bookings close on Sunday, April 7. For more information www. sbwn.com.au.

THE episode featuring the Inverloch home made over by the Selling Houses Australia team airs this Wednesday night, March 27, at 8.30pm on Foxtel’s Lifestyle channel.

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FRIENDS of the Leongatha library would like to advise that, due to unforseen circumstances, the book sale planned for Thursday, March 28, has had to be cancelled. The sale will still be held on Wednesday, March 27, 10am to 5pm at St Peters Church hall.

THE story of a pilgrimage along the Sandakan Death March trail will be told by Alan McGuinness at the Leongatha Historical Society’s Anzac Dinner to be held on April 10 at the Leongatha RSL.

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YOUTH performers are wanted for upcoming Youth Fest which is happening at Corinella and Distinct Community Centre, April 12. Solo artists, bands and poets aged 12 to 17 are encouraged to perform at the free event. Head to their Facebook page for more information.

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Prospective councillor’s roads plea By Brad Lester PROSPECTIVE South Gippsland Shire councillor David Amor called for roads to be improved, when he addressed council last Wednesday.

Putting it out there: Bald Hills Wind Farm Community Fund committee member Frank Keily and chair Jan Martin last Wednesday told South Gippsland Shire Council of its plans to give $25,000 to one major project in 2020.

Turbines spin up cash By Brad Lester

of the Venus Bay Peninsula and Tarwin Wildlife Shelter and Rescue. also funded the purchase of a printing WHILE the Bald Hills Wind Farm has pressGrants by Thirsty Works Gallery, and mobility aides sparked considerable angst within the for Tarwin Lower and District Community Health community, there is one positive to come Centre. Come 2020, the committee wishes to give one out of the 52 turbine complex: $625,000 grant of $25,000 to a major project of benefit to the for the community over 25 years. district. Bald Hills Wind Farm has pledged to give “If a community group says they have $25,000 $25,000 a year over 25 years to projects in Walk- in the bank, that will provide excellent leverage to erville, Tarwin Lower and Venus Bay, via the Bald come to a government department for funding,” Ms Hills Wind Farm Community Fund. Martin said. Grants are allocated via a volunteer committee The committee expects the applicant to have comprising local residents: chair Jan Martin and the undertaken a feasibility study to prove the project’s committee Frank Keily, Ian Gunn, Laurel Grossman, benefit to the community. Rob Sandall and South Gippsland Shire Councillor Ms Martin urged council to consider the availAlyson Skinner. ability of $25,000 when considering its priority projMs Martin and Mr Keily told South Gippsland ects for 2020. Shire Council last Wednesday grants applications are Cr Skinner suggested a project may arise out of now open for this year. council’s Tarwin River Precinct Plan. Projects funded in the past include a viewing Cr Jeremy Rich said he would like to see more platform at Venus Bay Community Centre, banners Walkerville projects funded and believed the fact for the nippers program at Venus Bay Surf Life Sav- grants were available could be advertised more ing Club, and animal care costs incurred by Friends widely.

Council tipped to make wind farm decision

Mr Amor is a candidate to replace resigning councillor Lorraine Brunt when the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) conducts a countback to fill the vacancy for Strzelecki Ward next Monday, April 1. Mr Amor, of Korumburra, said the bends in the South Gippsland Highway around Coal Creek Community Park and Museum at Korumburra were prominent and the site of numerous accidents despite the speed limit being reduced to 60km/h. He said three crashes had occurred in the seven days leading up to last Wednesday. Mr Amor called for council to work with VicRoads on reviewing speed limits in the shire. “There seems to be not a lot of working together,” he said. Mr Amor also questioned the value of council works undertaken at Leongatha Recreation Reserve. He said mayor Cr Don Hill wrote in a Mayor’s Message in February that council “spent around $1.6M asphalting the Leongatha Recreation Reserve”, but Mr Amor said he was told the sum was $900,000. “There seems to be a bit of difference,” Mr Amor said. He also criticised CEO Tim Tamlin, saying he had changed the way the public could address council at meetings, but Mr Tamlin was quick to point out he did not make the decision, but rather council did. Mr Amor also apologised to Cr Brunt for misspelling her name in an email sent to councillors in November, referring to her as Cr Blunt. Cr Brunt accepted his apology, saying, “blunt is a word in the dictionary”. The VEC will also hold a countback for Tarwin Valley Ward on April 1, to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Cr Jim Fawcett. Former long time councillor and mayor, Bob Newton, is also a possibility to win the Strzelecki Ward countback but told The Star yesterday (Monday), “At this stage, probably not”, when asked if he we could accept the position if he won.

Joining council?: Korumburra’s David Amor could be the new councillor for Strzelecki Ward on South Gippsland Shire Council if he wins a countback to be held next Monday, April 1, to fill the vacancy to be created by resigning councillor Lorraine Brunt.

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that would address noise levels which they said were affecting their health and disrupting their sleep. They said they suffered headaches and could not talk in their homes without being disrupted. The neighbours claimed council did not properly In a closed session, council is expected to further investigate their noise complaints and so took court discuss a noise consultant’s report by James C. Smith action. and Associates that assessed noise levels at the wind Council CEO Tim Tamlin previously told The farm at Tarwin Lower. Star the only party who can determine if there a If council determines nuisance noise exists, as a nuisance noise by law was council, as it has authority result of the recommendations of the consultant’s re- for enforcing wind farm planning permit conditions, port, it will also decide what action to take. including noise. The consultant’s report was ordered by council at The Star has previously reported Mr Tamlin as a cost of $33,600, at the stipulation of the Supreme saying the consultant, James C. Smith and Associates, Court. had “perceived there is some sort of nuisance at two Wind farm neighbours, led by John Zakula, took of the properties (owned by wind farm neighbours), council to the Supreme Court in a bid to force action but that does not mean there is nuisance noise”.

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OPINIONS

Library services will continue

THE motion passed at last Wednesday’s Bass Coast Shire Council meeting confirms that we can all work together to introduce a new service delivery model based around a Waterline Community Library. We now need to focus on the things we all aspire to, such as inclusion, access to the internet, access to a worthy collection of books, CDs, DVDs and opportunities for social interaction and connection. There are a number of fresh programs that our community library will be able to offer, including Story Time, Baby Rhyme Time, movies and other programs, that are currently available in Wonthaggi Library. We have surveyed our current users and will talk to the broader community so that the service can meet expectations as well accessibility standards. It’s been a long discussion to get to this point and we need to harness the ‘can do’ attitude of the Waterline communities and work collectively toward a service of which we can all be proud. As I said at the meeting, general provision of library services to the small coastal towns will continue for many years. It’s part of our social contract. The truck will only be retired when it’s replacement service is in operation. We will not abandon the people of the Waterline.

Cr Geoff Ellis, Western Port Ward, Bass Coast Shire Council.

Fire risk

FIRES, with what is happening in the state of Victoria, it’s getting serious. South Gippsland Shire Council CEO Tim Tamlin has been asked three times by myself about the state of roads and other areas, about fire risk. This was in October, December and in late February, which was at a Korumburra Business Association meeting. South Gippsland Shire’s roads are well overgrown with dead grass. VicTrack’s paddocks and railway lines are very poorly kept. What now, CEO? Wait and see? Tim said he would take my question on notice. Again. Then who do we blame?

David Amor, Korumburra.

Personal side to library campaign

ALTHOUGH I have not been involved with the mobile library for 19 years it is still very important to me. I was appointed to the position of library operator in late 1985. The Shire of Bass had never had a public library and the shire council decided a mobile was the best fit to an area with many small towns and communities. A very old 1418 Mercedes Benz prime mover and the original library trailer used in Victoria were purchased. After much refurbishing and stocking and fitting out powered stops around the shire, we opened for business on April 8, 1986. It was to be expected that we would have a lot of problems

E D I T O R I A L Our volunteers deserve a hand THERE’S no doubting the value of the work volunteers do in the community in South Gippsland. Nearly 30 percent of South Gippslanders reported doing voluntary work in 2016, according to a community profile of South Gippsland Shire – a figure that’s higher than the regional Victorian average of 24.3 percent. But when is enough enough? The volunteers of the management committee of the Great Southern Rail Trail last Wednesday asked South Gippsland Shire Council to take on the management responsibility of the trail, which in treasurer Laurie Martin’s own words, is “essentially an unmade 72km road”. Given the previous committee resigned citing burnout, and the current chairperson has resigned for that reason too, it’s clear the expectations of the volunteers in this committee were too great. Council officers, at least, are recommending that council takes on the role of committee of management of the rail trail, when councillors debate the matter at tomorrow’s (Wednesday) meeting. The fact matters have reached this point suggests the current committee, and committees before it, were not given adequate support by levels of government involved with the trail and it’s little wonder the volunteers have declared they’re burnt out. Volunteering offers many benefits to those who do put their hand up, as well as to the communities they serve, but volunteers should not be expected to take on excessive workloads and responsibilities, particularly when there is a push by society to encourage more young people to volunteer. Well done to the rail trail committee on its work so far and may councillors approve the recommendation now before them.

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with these old vehicles. Almost everything went wrong that could go wrong. The rig was off the road many times. Some of these incidents were very serious and occurred while I was driving. I still have some bad dreams. But I loved providing the service because I knew how much it was appreciated. The prime mover was eventually replaced with a 1419 which was a little newer and the trailer was refurbished after some years. There were still truck problems. The library was immediately embraced by all parts of the community: primary schools, young mums with small children, school students after school and most of all, our senior community. The library soon proved to be far more than a source of books. It became the highlight of many isolated people’s week/fortnight. Many needed the contact just to chat or air their problems and meet and get to know others in their town. Many of these people did not have the means to use the static library in Wonthaggi or Cowes in neighbouring shires, now of course at the extremity of the merged Bass Coast Shire. So nothing has changed in that regard, in recent years. Public transport is very limited and not a good option. Obviously the proposed “book drops” will cut out all social involvement which is so important to the people in these isolated communities. Many people use the library for so much more than borrowing books: they read newspapers, use the internet, research homework and seek help from staff. Those early years were a constant battle for funds to meet the need for suitable vehicles and enough paid working hours to get the job done. There were many times even back then when some wanted to save council and regional funds by limiting or even closing the service. I and my relievers and helpers, even my family, gave many voluntary hours in order to provide the best service our patrons deserved. I spent a lot of time lobbying to keep the service, even getting into trouble for over-stepping the mark at one crucial time. I ended up with stress related leave on Work Cover and being referred to a psychiatrist. “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” said someone. I like to think the wonderful library we have had the past two decades is our reward.

Letters to the Editor I fervently trust my efforts and those who have come after me will be looked upon with favour and that our wonderful and much needed service continues.

Dina Drury, Leongatha.

Wonderment and shame

I HAD the pleasure of watching an SBS television program recently featuring Singapore from the air. The hour long program gave the viewer sight of the development of what is a magnificent city in every respect. One sat in awe of just what had been achieved by forward looking people. Wow, just breathtaking! Not long after I made the mistake of reading The Star, March 19 article headlined “Toilet disgrace in Leongatha”. In such stark contrast, it is absolutely pitiful that in this day and age we collectively are choked by bureaucracy such that we cannot provide a much needed public facility at the bus station. To make matters even worse, we are advised people have turned to urinating behind the station in desperation before boarding a bus. Maybe we should send our bureaucrats to Singapore on one of those council funded trips to learn just how modern society can operate effectively. Let’s stop the excuses and finger pointing and fix this absolute disgrace. Well today is March 26, 2019. Let’s just watch and see how much longer it takes for someone to get off their ... and provide travellers through our town with an experience Singapore style.

Peter Griffiths, Leongatha.

Sorry, Cr Cousin

I HAVE been impressed with the contributions Cr Cousin has made at the council meetings that I’ve attended or seen on live streaming. They have appeared to me to be valuable contributions made thoughtfully, respectfully and sincerely. I therefore read with interest Cr Cousin’s letter (The Star, March 19, 2019), stating: “….. old grudges need to be buried. They reflect stale thinking. To be an effective councillor requires a collegiate attitude, bucketloads of respect all round……” It was all sounding good to

me so it was with total surprise that I saw Cr Cousin was a signatory to the mayor’s letter which included: “We have watched with increasing dismay the continued bringing of council into disrepute by a hand full of councillors, who have quite frankly not got their way.” This terminology seems to me to be dismissive and disrespectful of councillors with differing views and Cr Cousin I fail to see how that statement can possibly be perceived as burying old grudges or reflecting a collegiate attitude. No bucketloads of respect there! The mayor’s letter then goes on to make it clear to readers which way councillors voted at a closed session! Then that letter goes on to state: “There have been no complaints of bullying or inappropriate behaviours lodged with anyone.” Well I don’t know about the actual lodging of complaints but I do know that Cr Rich made an apology for his behaviour last year and that last year all councillors signed a letter acknowledging previous inappropriate behaviour. That is apart from two councillors resigning with serious allegations of bullying. So what’s going on? Is this some exercise in semantics? I’m sorry Cr Cousin. I would so like to think that my initial impressions were right but to me your words about burying grudges etc ring hollow when I see that you apparently signed that mayor’s letter.

Clive Hope, Meeniyan.

Speak out on forestry

AS A Mirboo North resident working to help save our local forests from logging and to preserve them for the future, I write as a South Gippsland community member to request that all residents consider providing input and feedback to the Victorian government’s Future of our Forests engagement program. Although I believe Regional Forest Agreements (that facilitate logging of our native forests) in their current form are a total fraud; failing Australians, our communities, endangered species and critical habitat. The agreements allow logging and destruction of native and old growth forests whilst exempting logging from threat-

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ened species protection to meet contracts for pulp used here and overseas to produce office paper. Regional Forest Agreements need to be abolished, however this government survey is our chance to send a message about how we value forests for more than timber and woodchip, and to demand change. My submission will be in good faith that the government will act for communities on how they value and use native forests, and what we think the future of these forests should be. If you wish to participate, go to: engage. vic.gov.au/future-of-our-forests. Submissions close on March 31, 2019. I urge you to participate; the government mayactually listen and change may happen.Current logging of our native forests is unsustainable, and a recent leaked industry report showed that regional Victorians do not support the current state native forest management. As key stakeholders, the concerned residents of South Gippsland can have a much bigger voice.

Stephen Koci, Mirboo North.

Time for the climate election

SADLY, as we approach the coming election, I see and hear individuals and groups, still promoting issues, actions and strategies with misinformation, mythical accounts, bigotry and bias. This election must be the ‘climate election’, as we are running out of time. There is no time left for vested interests and the ignorant to cloud the issue. Even the school-children of the world recognise this and are taking direct action. There are lots of issues, but, as seen by a great majority, the problems of climate change are the most serious. Even now media articles and political spokespersons continue to deny this for a variety of reasons from ignorance to deliberate misinformation and bias. Everywhere there are very good examples of individuals, corporate entities, vested interests and governments, misleading for deliberate advantage, or simply from ignorance,and thus promoting the FUD strategy. The FUD strategy is to take every opportunity to strongly promote Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt about an issue to confuse, misinform and delay or change

decision making. Legal advisers and corrupt scientists were paid hundreds of millions of dollars over many decades. The tobacco industry ‘sponsored’ research projects that got different results from mainstream science, or could not ‘prove’ mainstream science and therefore could cast doubt. They gained 50 to 60 years during which time they made billions of dollars and successfully deployed to third world countries where, to this day, they make even more money despite knowing the increasing number of ways that their product kills people. (Recommended reading: Merchants of Doubt – by Naomi Oreskes and Erik M. Conway) This strategy is very powerful because it can be used deliberately and clinically by those who know what they are doing, but is also widely applied by the ignorant and biased. It is in the interests of vested interests to promote the FUD strategy because it has the additional capacity to create an army of disciples who are ignorant of the facts and respond according to their fears, bigotries, biases and simple greed. These sincere but uninformed people can be a very powerful force to promote ‘beliefs’ which can be almost anything. What they inevitably ignore, is the ‘understanding’ of the scientific truths behind the issues which are unequivocal, whether the speaker likes that or not. The problem of the spoilers ‘buying time’ with the climate change issue is that we just do not have the time! Also, on the issue of global warming, the Coalition avoids the issue as much as possible, but when pressed, insists the great need is to reduce the price that people pay for electricity. Of course, that is not the issue, but it serves to bring uncertainty and doubt and many people are distracted by this. The Coalition is even running a television advertisement which claims that Japan and Germany are generating power with “clean coal” which clearly does not exist. It is time for voters to disregard party politics, discover the values and intentions of individual candidates, and vote accordingly because it’s time for the climate election.

Fred Weight, Foster.

VOXPOP! VOX

The Star asked people in Leongatha, “What is your opinion of the South Gippsland Shire Council?”

“They are there for themselves like all politicians unfortunately. They are not there for the people.”

Mark Apthorpe, Venus Bay.

“They need to consider people and planet before profit.”

Katrina Stringer, Venus Bay.

“There seems to be lots of confusion. One positive thing to partly be funded by the shire is the summer beach shuttle bus in Venus Bay, which has been amazing, but it would be good to have more attractions.”

Joan Steiert, Venus Bay.

“If it wasn’t so serious, it would be a joke. It’s simple - there is no other way to put it.”

Darren McInnes, Leongatha.

“THE STAR” Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - PAGE 13

Art inspires harmony FOUR art projects helped student celebrate Harmony Day on Thursday. Around 460 students from Inverloch and Kongwak Primary School came together in multi age groups from Prep to Grade 6 to collaborate on the projects. They were assisted by parents and grandparents. The first project was Aboriginal hand prints to acknowledge the Bunurong/ Boon Wurrung people as traditional owners of the land. The second project was a Chinese dragon. The students each designed a tile and translated their names into Mandarin to make up the scales of the tail. Trilby Parise supervised the building of the dragon. At the end of the day, a musical group performed a Chinese dragon dance. The third project – assisted by Georgina Warburton and Jan Thexton – was a Harmony Day tree. Each student painted real leaves to express messages of peace and unity. The last project was designing Buddhist mandalas, assisted by Bonnie Patterson and Annette Spinks. Each senior student teamed up with a junior student to create the mandalas. At the beginning of the day, the school captains Archie and Amaya addressed the students and spoke about how to collaborate harmoniously. Teacher Amanda McMahon said Harmony Day reflects the school’s motto “Every Face Has A Place”. “We like to acknowledge the fact that March 21 is the United Nations’ day to end racial discrimination and talk about its importance,” she said. “It links our students to their wider community.”

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Games unite cultures C CULTURE and diversi sity were celebrated at Wonthaggi Primary S School on Thursday.

Working together: students Bonnie and Mali helped put together the mural of Abo riginal hand prints at Inverloch Primary Sch ool for Harmony Day.

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March 21 marks Harm mony Day and the school ac acknowledged the day by dr dressing in orange and learnin different games from ing ot countries. other To kick start the day, stude enjoyed a performance dents by Games Boy 18. The face behind Games Bo 18, Sean Murphy, has Boy tra travelled the world, picking up new games and best practic to help young people tices ap appreciate cultural differences and reduce screen time. Grade 6 student and Stude Representative Coundent cil president Chloe said the pe performance was funny and

educational. “We learnt geography and about different countries. We learnt about games from countries in Asia and Europe, as well as New Zealand. I really enjoyed it,” she said. When asked why Harmony Day is important, Chloe said, “It’s about making new relationships and celebrating religion, culture and diversity. It’s all about coming together, forgetting the past and moving on together.” Students also raised money on the day by giving gold coin donations to the Royal Children’s Hospital’s Good Friday Appeal. This initiative was driven by student Chelsea Dalton, who shaved her hair to raise money for the appeal last year.

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Sally won their respective categories for Victoria and Tasmania in September 2018. “The staff at Nagel's go above and beyond, and offer personalised care,” Mrs McGrath said. Services at Nagel's include click and collect, sleep apnoea services, diabetes management and risk assessment, medication reviews, asthma management, blood pressure services, weight loss management, local home delivery, home healthcare aids, return of unwanted medicines, sports medicine support, beauty consultation and photo printing. Nagel's Pharmacy Leongatha is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6pm, Saturday 8.30am to 12.30pm and on alternate Sundays from 10am to 1pm, offering expert advice and award winning service.

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Edney’s Leongatha rewarded for putting customers first SOUTH Gippslanders know that Edney’s Leongatha is a winning dealership, but the well regarded business now has even more trophies to prove it. Edney’s won three major awards at the Hyundai Southern Region Awards for Victoria and Tasmania at Melbourne’s Crown last Wednesday evening. The dealership won the Customer Service Satisfaction Award based on surveys of customers who buy or have a vehicle serviced at Edney’s. Nick McRae won service manager of the year and Heather Walker won regional sales consultant of the year. Hyundai area sales manager for Victoria, Brady Bowring, visited the dealership last Friday

to congratulate Nick, Heather, dealer principal Darryl McGannon and the team. “Heather’s understanding, level of attention and willingness to go the extra mile for customers is why she is a clear winner,� Mr Bowring said. “Nick’s patience and ability to tackle any issues that may arise and willingness to help customers is why he won his award.� Mr McRae said his award also reflected the dedication of the mechanics at Edney’s. “They’ve got to be on the ball and they are a big part of the customer satisfaction award,� he said. Mr McGannon praised Ms Walker and Mr McRae on their remarkable achievements.

Leading the way: from left, Hyundai area sales manager for Victoria, Brady Bowring, congratulates Nick McRae on winning service manager of the year at the Hyundai Southern Region Awards for Victoria and Tasmania.

Policy to protect council roads

By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

BASS Coast Shire Council adopted its Road Assessment Management Plan at its ordinary meeting on Wednesday, March 20.

Here to help: Heather Walker proudly displays her regional sales consultant of the year award with Hyundai area sales manager for Victoria, Brady Bowring (left) and Edney’s Leongatha dealer principal Darryl McGannon.

After many years delivering Home and Community Care services, South Gippsland Shire Council will exit the service on 31 March 2019. experience - will take over the service on 1 April 2019. If you are a current client, there is nothing you need to do at this time. Your service will continue to be provided when the changeover occurs. Please note that Regional Assessment and Community Transport will continue to be operated by Council. You

The plan will demonstrate council’s responsible management of its road network and will communicate funding needs to provide varying levels of service. Assets covered in the plan include sealed roads, unsealed roads, kerbs, bridges, major culverts, pathways and street furniture. Council services around 1000 kilometres of road, which was a factor in Cr Geoff Ellis’ decision to support the plan. “It is good to know that we will have this plan in place to ensure our roads are up to scratch. Up in the hills, it gets very foggy at night and one of the things this policy ensures is that the actual line markings and reflectors saves lives. I fully support this motion,� he said. Cr Michael Whelan also shared praise for the policy. “This is the detailed planning work that ensures the ratepayers’ dollars are best spent in the most strategic areas,� he said. “One of the actions that needs to be done is to incorporate climate change risks. I’d like to see that occur as a priority.� Cr Ellis agreed climate change threats should be a prominent aspect of the policy. “We are seeing some of the affects of climate change in Jam Jerrup so we need to develop a policy to help us look after our roads,� he said.

From the Home and Community Care Team We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all the people we have worked with over the years. You started as our clients but quickly became our friends. We enjoyed being welcomed into your lives and homes and hope that our small contribution has helped many South Gippsland residents to maintain their independence. Working in aged care is never just a job. It is a commitment to helping the people in our community and a commitment that our team always took seriously. The support, friendship and kindness we received will always be appreciated.

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Leadership team: Newhaven College captains from left James Mercer, Meg Hynes, Luke Officials: McMillan MP Russell Broadbent officially opened the Newhaven College gymNicholson and Matisse Cousins are thrilled with the new gymnasium and shared their nasium last Thursday with college principal Gea Lovell, chair of the board Greg Price and thoughts during the official opening last Thursday. Bass Coast Shire councillor Stephen Fullarton.

Gym opens and arts centre shovel ready HOT on the heels of the official opening of the awe inspiring gymnasium at Phillip Island’s Newhaven College last Thursday, news broke of a new performing arts centre, ready to start.

No sooner had Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent officially opened the college’s “world class” $7 million gymnasium than principal Gea Lovell announced a new performing arts centre for the college. During her official opening speech, Mrs Lovell said they are working on concept plans for the performing arts centre. “This will be the biggest project to date for the college,” she said. In thanking Mr Broadbent, the Federal Government and the Block Grants Committee, Mrs Lovell said she hoped the meeting with the Block Grant Committee on Friday would see the much needed funding for the arts centre development come to fruition. In thanking Mr Broadbent for helping to secure the $1.75 funding for the gymnasium Mrs Lovell said, “Hopefully we can count on Mr Broadbent again”. Talking to The Star on Thursday at the opening, college musical director Kirk Skinner said if they are successful in obtaining funding the performing arts centre should start in November this year. “The stage three plans are almost complete,” Mr Skinner said. “There will be nothing like it in this region. It will seat 500 to 600. “The music and drama school and theatre centre will feature a fly tower, the only theatre in the region that will have this and a hydraulic orchestra pit. “It will be a professional theatre that will allow students

to study and allow us to develop a VET course. “The dream for me would be for Newhaven College to offer a performing arts and music academy. “We will also be able to house professional touring companies. “As with the newly opened gymnasium, the performing arts centre would also be offered to the community for use.” In his opening speech Mr Broadbent reflected on that very first meeting held on the island at the home of former Federal MP Peter Reith in 1979 when the plan to establish a college on the Phillip Island was hatched. “Never would those gathered at that first meeting have in their wildest dreams imagined the beautiful expansion of this college,” he said. He praised the school board and college community for working hard to see the gymnasium dream become a reality and urged the students to “strive to reach their full potential in this wonderful facility”. “Students from this college have gone onto greatness nationally and internationally,” he said. “I know the sacrifice parents have made to send their children to this college and here they are surrounded by excellence. “This gymnasium would be a good fit anywhere in the world.” A very proud Mrs Lovell also thanked gymnasium project manager Stuart Robinson, the work of award winning Hayball Architects, “outstanding contractor” DAS Constructions managing director Dale Sartori and director Melissa Sellings “who made sure the project was delivered on time”, the 100 or so contractors and workers-mostly locals, Bass Coast Shire Council, “we cannot fault its support for this project”, college board and chair Greg Price and the students, the beneficiaries.

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Council calls for dollars By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

FOLLOWING on from last year’s successful advocacy strategy, Bass Cost Shire Council is looking to reel in more dollars for priority projects in the lead up to the federal election.

Funding opportunity: Bass Coast Shire Council mayor Cr Brett Tessari (right) discussed the advocacy strategy with McMillan MP Russell Broadbent.

Lobbying to the State Government prior to its election last November resulted in significant funding for the Wonthaggi education precinct, the Wonthaggi hospital and the Phillip Island-Back Beach Road roundabout. Council has identified 10 projects for its recent strategy, eight of which will be pushed at federal level. Some of these priorities include climate change and adaptation strategies, tertiary education investment, pathways and emergency housing. To progress tertiary education in Bass Coast, council is lobbying for $2 million to establish the remote university hub. The hub will be a similar

model to those set up in New South Wales and East Gippsland. In regards to climate change, council is seeking $6 million for critical erosion infrastructure in Cowes and Inverloch.

Supermarket theft

A MALE was arrested for burglary at the IGA supermarket in Wonthaggi on Sunday. The offender has been charged and faced court in Morwell yesterday (Monday).

Theft of paddle boards

TWO matching paddle boards were stolen from the roof of a vehicle in Wonthaggi overnight on March 16. The carbon fibre paddle boards are Starboard Atlantis 12’ SUP boards with two quick blade carbon fibre paddles. One has a unique shovel handle. Wonthaggi Police are urging anyone with any information surrounding the theft or whereabouts of the stolen boards to contact them on 5671 4100.

Petrol drive off

A MALE driving a dark blue Holden sedan filled up his car with premium petrol at Shell Petrol Station in Wonthaggi and drove off without paying on March 15. The black and white numberplates on the vehicle (RPV-367) were false, belonging to a vehicle of similar description in Korumburra. The Korumburra owner of the vehicle has been cleared of any involvement by Police. Please call Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100 if you have any information on this incident.

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Theft of jet ski and trailer

A TRAILER with registration X53 775 and yellow and black Sea Doo jet ski was stolen from an address in Bass. The trailer and jet ski theft, which occurred between 5pm, March 19 and 11am, March 20, was taken from the front of the victim’s warehouse where he also resides. The victim of the theft informed police the jet ski has no motor. Please call Wonthaggi Police on 5671 4100 if you have any information on the theft or whereabouts of the stolen items.

Burglary at Foster

A LAWN mower was stolen from an unlocked shed at a property located on the South Gippsland Highway in Foster between March 15 and 16.

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Foster Police would like to hear from any member of the public who saw suspicious activity during these times near the intersection of Port Franklin Road and the South Gippsland Highway, Foster. Please contact police on 5682 2407.

Speeding fines

A WALKERVILLE man had his licence suspended after being caught exceeding the speed limit by 26km/h near Fish Creek on March 13. The 26 year old male was found to be travelling at 96km/h in a 70km/h zone on Meeniyan-Promontory Road. He was issued with an infringement notice for $443 and his licence has been automatically suspended for three months. A Stony Creek man incurred three demerit points and a hefty fine after he was caught speeding on the South Gippsland Highway at Stony Creek on March 15. The 39 year old was travelling at 111 km/h in a 100 km/h zone and was issued with an infringement notice for $322 and received three demerit points. A 34 year old man from Meeniyan was caught exceeding the speed limit by 12km/h on Meeniyan-Promontory Road, Meeniyan on March 16. The male was caught travelling at 112 km/h in a 100km/h zone. He was issued with an infringement notice for $322 which incurred three demerit points.

Great idea for Bair Street MIRBOO North resident Grant O’Neill has suggested a great idea for Bair Street, Leongatha.

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He wants to see Bair Street shut off every Sunday for a market with food, music, children’s rides, buskers and the works! He suggested the street could be shut off from 10am to 4pm. “To weatherproof part of the area, either Bair or Lyon Street, you could easily have some under roof so it wouldn’t totally wash out events,” Mr O’Neill said. He said the idea should be trialled before any of the changes for Bair Street are done. “Why not run these events in the interim and just see how it goes,” he said. “It may mean you have a better understanding of what is required for Bair Street before you spend all those millions.”

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Free to do time By Grace Griffith

PRISONERS at Fulham Correctional Centre near Sale are doing time while constructing the housing of a giant clock designed by Mirboo North clock repairer and maker, Trevor Pridham.

A few years ago, he lost his Fish Creek workshop, where he worked on his clock creations, and around $50,000 worth of tools to fire. Limited space in his private

Saving history: local clock repairer and maker, Trevor Pridham, points to a distinctive mark that helped him identify the clock as the original clock installed at Flinders Street Station in Melbourne, 1854. The clock sparked his interest in clock repairs.

home and the destruction of his workspace meant he wasn’t able to start production on the grand clock design he’d been developing. About 12 months ago, Mr Pridham was struck with a brilliant idea. “One day I was driving past Fulham Prison. I was going up to the Sale races because I used to have horses in the mountain races,� he said. “I just thought ‘the prisoners will be looking for something to do’. So I went in and saw one of the supervisors and said I’ve got this idea for a clock frame, but have no way of making it. I asked if they’d be interested in giving the prisoners something to do.� To Mr Pridham’s delight, the supervisor obliged and thus began the construction of his clock frame by Fullham prisoners. “They had to take my phone and keys and everything when I went in, because you can’t take anything into the prison,� Mr Pridham said. “We went in and talked to the woodworking bloke, and they were absolutely wrapped in it for something for the prisoners to do, and for experience.� He said the prisoners were eager to get their hands on the project and have even asked for additional projects. A motor mechanic by trade, Mr Pidham’s interest in clocks piqued when his ex-wife purchased an old, large clock at a clearing sale some 45 years ago. “It was so big, it took two of us to lift it,� Mr Pridham said. “She got on to me one day saying, you’re a mechanic, fix it! So I pulled it apart and fixed it.� He later learnt the clock was the original used at Flinders Street Station in Melbourne when it was built in 1854

Turning back time: Trevor Pridham from Mirboo North brings old clocks back to life with all sorts of inventive methods, all while organising Fulham prisoners to create a giant clock of his design. and was subsequently replaced with a digital clock in 1936. According to Mr Pridham, the value of the clock is around $50,000 but he has no intention of selling it. The clock was loaned to the Tarwin Lower hotel and then later to the Fish Creek hotel where it gained substantial attention. “When the clock was in the pub, people wanted to know who had fixed it. It was word of mouth, and I started to do lots of clocks from then,� Mr Pridham said. Mr Pridham went on to design the clocks on football scoreboards at Fish Creek, Tarwin Lower, Meeniyan, Stony Creek, Omeo and for the former Latrobe Valley Football League. While they have since gone digital, the analogue clocks remain as a backup in case

of digital failure. What started as a one off fix turned into a hobby and passion for Mr Pridham, who, thanks to his motor mechanic background, has a marvellously creative approach to clock repairs. From microwave motors to bull clips and wheel nuts, there isn’t anything that Mr Pridham excludes when it comes to getting a clock running smoothly. “I accept a challenge – there are a few I can’t fix, but I will have a go,� Mr Pridham said. The frame built by Fulham prisoners is now finished but the wooden cover for the clock is still being made. Mr Pridham said he would like to sell his creation and if it’s successful, he will continue making more with the help of Fulham prisoners.

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Robust debate at Tarwin Lower MORE than 40 people enjoyed robust debate at South Gippsland Shire Council’s Community Forum at the Tarwin Lower Hall last Monday week, March 18.

Attendees said the meeting was informative and well facilitated, with discussion around such topics as a desire for different rates in different towns, lobbying for community project funding in council’s budget, the uses of the Snap, Send, Solve app to report the need for infrastructure work to council, and subscribing to council’s newsletter, In The Know On the job: taking a well-earned breather between cooking and serving at the Friends of for regular council updates. Agnes Falls open day on March 17 were friends members Sandy Platt, Peter Lee, and Turid Councillors Alyson Skinner and Andrew McEwen spoke about the council budget process and and Werner Lange. the Shared Services Model, while council’s manager infrastructure planning Tony Peterson presented the Gravel Roads Review. Michelle Harris from Hand on Solutions presented the Tarwin River Precinct THERE was plenty of greenery at Agnes Melbourne, across various parts of Gippsland includ- Project. ing Korumburra, Yarram, and Philip Island, as well Falls on St Patrick’s Day, March 17. as overseas travellers from Sweden, the UK and the The Friends of Agnes Falls held an open day at Netherlands. Budget time: South Gippsland Shire counthe Agnes Falls Scenic Reserve, in conjunction with As well as the delicious sausage sizzle, teas and cillors Andrew McEwen and Alyson Skinthe Prom Coast Festival. coffees, there really was something for everyone, as ner discuss the council budget at the Tarwin Members were on deck from 9.30am, setting up many souvenir items and garlic bulbs also found new Lower Community Forum. the two blue marquees, the barbecue, the tables for homes. all the food and refreshments, souvenirs, and the The raffle winner was Marilyn H. from raffle prize, as well as beautiful protea flowers, and Binginwarri. 250gm bags of home grown garlic. New members are welcome to join the friends The stall was well patronised by visitors from group at any time.

Visitors admire Agnes Falls

Six threats drive seabird decline AS top predators, seabirds are crucial indicators of the health of the marine ecosystem, and they are sending humans an alarming message.

Seabird populations have declined faster than other bird taxa in recent history, making shearwaters and petrels one of the most endangered groups of seabirds. These birds are shy, cryptic and under a lot of human induced pressures to survive in today’s world. These pressures on land and at sea have led to a poor conservation status for many of the 120 species of petrels with 49 (41 percent) listed as threatened species and 61 (51 percent) suffering population declines. A global review published in Frontiers in Marine Science recently assembled 38 petrel researchers from 34 institutions across 10 countries to produce a must-have review on future directions in conservation and research on petrels and shearwaters. “We summarised the most important threats ac-

Flying high: a shearwater at Phillip Island.

cording to the IUCN Red List of threatened species. We identified six major global threats to this fragile group of seabirds: invasive species, overfishing, bycatch in the commercial fishery, light pollution, climate change and marine pollution,” said one of the leading authors of this review Dr Airam Rodriguez, a former postdoctoral researcher with Phillip Island Nature Parks, and currently with the Biological Station of Doñana in Spain. The study looked at information gaps that must be filled to improve the conservation and management of petrels. The researchers found crucial knowledge gaps on basic information required for their conservation, such as the location of breeding or wintering areas, or their migratory routes. “These seabirds are highly adapted marine animals as they are found across all the world’s oceans. But they must return to land to breed, usually on isolated and inaccessible islands. This isolation alone has not been enough to protect them from the global threats that are deteriorating the state of health of the seas,” said Dr Andre Chiaradia, another leading author in this study from the Phillip Island Nature Parks, home to around 1.4 million short-tailed shearwaters. The researchers believe that improving conservation status is possible if we can reverse some of the main six threats. “Some of these measures are the elimination, control and prevention of invasive species, restoration of breeding habitats, improvement of policies and regulations at the global and regional level, and the participation of local communities in conservation efforts such as seabird rescue campaigns,” Dr Rodriguez said. The clear message that emerges from this review is the continued need for research and monitoring to inform and motivate effective conservation at the global level.

Lions to ride SOUTH Gippslanders will take part in the 26th Annual Lions Ride for Sight from April 10.

ons clubs throughout the district with food and accommodation. Each day will be quite challenging for the riders with a total of 315 km to be travelled over all. The event will see 51 cyclists plus 16 volunteer Since the inception of this fund raising event, support crew meeting in Orbost for an overnight stay, more than $1 million has been raised to support viprior to starting four days of riding from Orbost to sion related projects by all Lions clubs. Sale. It is a fun non-competitive event but each rider Riders come from South Gippsland, West must raise a minimum amount and are also asked to Gippsland, Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland, Mel- sell raffle tickets. bourne, as well as one rider from Sydney and another Many riders raise thousands of dollars with from South Australia. every cent raised going to the Lions Eye Health The ride will meander through East Gippsland Program(LEHP) and the Centre for Eye Research with overnight stays at Buchan, Lindenow and Maf- (CERA). fra, finishing at Sale on Sunday, April 14. The 2018 25th Anniversary ride raised in excess Each year there are a number of vision impaired of $75,000, which is a mammoth effort for a small, riders who are accompanied on tandem bikes by but dedicated group of people. dedicated cyclists. Without the support of corporate and individual Along the way the riders will pass through Marlo, sponsors, as well as Lions club, it would not be posBuchan, Bruthen, Wy Yung, Lindenow, Fernbank, sible to stage the event. Any donations are most welBriagolong, Stratford, Maffra and Heyfield. come with an auction of donated items planned for Riders and volunteers will be supported by Li- the final night of the event.

Sharing views: the audience listens at South Gippsland Shire Council’s recent Community Forum at Tarwin Lower.

Mayor’s message Cr Don Hill via email. • for the Revised Council Plan 2017-2021 and Proposed 2019-20 Annual Budget: submission@ southgippsland.vic.gov.au • for the Proposed Rating Strategy 2019-2022: ratingstrategy@southgippsland.vic.gov.au Alternatively submissions will be accepted in writing addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, South Gippsland Shire Council, Private Bag 4, LeAll three vital documents are at the core of coun- ongatha VIC 3953. All submissions will close at 5pm cil’s services and values, they outline the future op- on Friday, April 26. erations of the organisation and the s223 submission Submitters who elect to be heard will have an opprocess allows all ratepayers to input their views portunity at the Open Hearing of Council at 10.45am which can lead to changes being made to the final on May 22 in Council Chambers, Leongatha. Counapproved documents. cil will consider the submissions on May 29 followed South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking com- by the formal consideration for adoption at the June ment from the public on these three documents. 26 Council Meeting. The rating strategy in particular has several changThose wishing to view the documents can visit es included and reflects a structural change to the strat- council’s website www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au or egy going forward. It is important that ratepayers not council’s offices at 9 Smith Street, Leongatha during only give their views on the new suggested categories business hours. of Extractive Industries Land, Infrastructure and UtiliWe look forward to receiving your suggestions ties Land and Rural Vacant Land but also on the dif- and input as this council values highly the principal ferentials they think should apply to each category. of open transparent debate and community engageSubmissions are encouraged and should be sent ment in council’s processes.

COUNCIL had a big day last week putting out for consultation the Revised Council Plan 2017-2021, Proposed 2019-20 Annual Budget and Proposed Rating Strategy 2019-2022. Many hours of work have gone into the preparation of these documents.

Talking heritage in Mirboo North SOUTH Gippsland Shire Council’s planning team will be visiting heritage recognised properties in Mirboo North during April to speak with landowners about the Mirboo North Heritage Overlay. The overlay aims to identify and protect places of state and local heritage significance. Mirboo North has a long and rich history which is reflected in many of the town’s historic buildings. To preserve the town’s history and continue to develop the design and feel of the town, the Mirboo North Structure Plan Refresh identified an opportunity to preserve properties through the Heritage Overlay. Council’s manager planning Paul Stampton is keen for local residents to share their thoughts during the onsite consultation. “The overlay helps to protect heritage

buildings that are significant to the Mirboo North community,” he said. “Renovations and alterations will not necessarily be prohibited so it may mean that a planning permit will be required. This will help to ensure that the historical significance of the buildings is preserved and that any proposed development is complementary to the local surrounds. “Some owners love their heritage buildings and invest much time and money into their preservation. Inclusion in the Heritage Overlay will ensure that all that good work is not lost to the community and character of the area if they move.” The planning team will be knocking on doors in Mirboo North early April as a follow up to invitation letters which were distributed to selected landowners late last year. Anyone with questions is encouraged to speak with council’s planning team on 5662 9200.

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Women walk together SIXTY local women clad in active wear gathered to walk together at the Leongatha Recreation Reserve on the evening of Monday, March 18 as part of an initiative aimed to encourage more women to give physical activity a go without fear of judgement on looks or ability.

The informal event held by the Leongatha Basketball Association forms part of VicHealth’s inaugural This Girl Can week which began Monday, March 18. “We are hoping that women want to walk while their children are playing sports so they are able to do something for themselves,” Claire Guy, committee member of Leongatha Basketball Association said. Committee member Cara Carter said many mothers whose children play sports have a lot of downtime as games can be spread out. “We’ve been toying with the idea of a walking group for some time, so we thought we’d get started with this,” Mrs Carter said. “With our children here and safe, we can go out for a walk without feeling

guilty – it’s incorporated into what they are doing. “It’s the push we needed.” The event was inclusive to all women wanting to participate, but nonetheless Mrs Carter was amazed by the turnout of women and mothers who didn’t have children involved in basketball. “One lap is 500m and collectively we aimed to walk 100km in the hour and a half, and we smashed that and walked a massive 254km,” Mrs Carter said. “The following night at basketball, we saw mums walking laps unprompted during their games break at basketball. They were continuing with the theme of making time for themselves. “We hope to make informal walking during basketball a regular event. It takes a village they say and we hope to be able to help our basketball families who give up so

much for our sport, to make some ‘me time’ to get some fresh air and light fitness.” Voyage Fitness donated 10 prize packs to the value of $2000 along with Splash which donated a three month membership for a random draw at the event. “We didn’t want the event to be competitive, so we held a random number draw,” Mrs Carter said. It’s all about getting out and getting active, and empowering women to feel comfortable in their bodies. Mrs Carter hopes the informal event will be the push women need to start their own walking groups and give them motivation to continue to exercise. “The best part was this event opened our association up to the wider community and we received wonderful feedback for the safe family environment activities that we run at Leongatha Basketball,” she said.

Go girls: front from left, Arli Edwards and Arlie Houston, and back from left, Lucy Carter with mother Cara Carter and Anika Edwards were elated to see so many women and mothers break out their active wear and walk together around the Leongatha Recreation Reserve on Walking united: many women and mothers from all over walked toMonday night, March 18 as part of gether last Monday, March 18 at Leongatha Recreation Reserve without fear of judgement as part of VicHealth’s This Girl Can week. VicHealth’s This Girl Can week.

Bass Coast push for pools funding BASS Coast Shire Council is advocating for $60 million from Federal Government to be split across two key aquatics projects; a new pool for Phillip Island and the redevelopment of the Bass Coast Aquatic Centre in Wonthaggi.

Mayor Cr Brett Tessari said both projects were key priorities within the municipality. “Phillip Island has been longing for a community swimming pool for years and the Bass Coast facility needs to be redeveloped into a modern facility of today’s standards,” he said. “We are committed to delivering both of these important community facilities. Both are identified in our long term financial plan and supported by our two pool strategy for Bass Coast. Council now needs supporting funding

from State and Federal governments to achieve this goal.” Council and the community believe the upcoming federal election provides an important opportunity for a funding commitment. Council has attended several meetings with federal candidates for Monash in the lead up to the election. It has also written to the relevant ministers and shadow ministers, informing them of the top eight federal advocacy priorities, which includes the two pool projects. Peter McMahon, spokesperson for Phillip Island Aquatic Centre Fund, has also met with the candidates for Monash and is happy to continue working with council to secure funding for a pool to be built on Phillip Island. “We know that aquatics play an important role in communities – contributing to health and wellbeing as well as social and

recreation activities, and unlocking the potential of elite athletes,” he said. “We have been fundraising and working hard towards a pool for Phillip Island for more than 20 years; it would be great to see the hard work and dedication of our community credited with an investment from the Federal Government. “After all, we have an active swimming club on the island with some 95 plus swimmers, plus 20 swimming in the South Gippsland Bass Swim Club, but we don’t have a pool for them to train in.” President of South Gippsland Bass Swim Club Lorraine Muir is supportive of council’s advocacy to upgrade the current Bass Coast aquatics facility. “We’ve seen what can be achieved when council and the community work together to advocate to higher levels of government to get important community

Time to build: deputy mayor Cr Bruce Kent (back, centre) was pictured with Mark Lindsay (Bass Coast Shire Council), Rebecca Wilson (YMCA), Lisa Barham-Lomax (Bass Coast Shire Council), Don Turner (Phillip Island Swimming Club), Peter McMahon (Phillip Island Aquatic Centre Fund), Gea Lovell (principal, Newhaven College) and Nicola Tragear (Phillip Island Aquatic Centre Fund), who have been advocating for a pool to be developed on Phillip Island for many years.

infrastructure off the ground,” she said. “We are proud to be recognised as one of the top swimming clubs in the country and are incredibly lucky to have a fantastic committee and coaches; imagine what we could achieve with an upgraded facility to match.” Council – in partnership with Phillip Island Aquatic Centre Fund and South Gippsland Bass Swim Club – will continue to advocate and encourage Federal and State governments to invest in the Redevelopment: Rebecca Wilson (YMCA), Michelle Harris pools. (Gippsport), Steve Dunn and Robyn Duke (Wonthaggi UnFor more information on council’s other advocacy priorities, derwater Hockey Club), and Lorraine Muir and Dylan Muir visit www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/ (South Gippsland Bass Swim Club) are pushing for upgrades at the Bass Coast Aquatic Centre in Wonthaggi. advocacy.

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WHAT an amazing effort by the South Gippsland Relay for Life that was held in Korumburra recently - in raising more than $67,000 for the Cancer Council.

I was proud to be involved in the relay when it was held in Wonthaggi in recent years. Bass Coast’s support of the relay has continued, with plenty of teams from the shire taking part in this year’s event. It is always an amazing display of solidarity and compassion from all involved, with the bonus of raising a lot of money to help rid the world of the terrible disease. Headspace Wonthaggi was officially launched last Thursday. Headspace is such a valuable service for the young people in our community. It provides free confidential support services for young people aged between 12 and 25 years. At the opening, I was glad to meet Local Advisory Group members Tilli and Chloe, who along with other young people from Bass Coast and South Gippsland, will help ensure the voice of youth is at the core of headspace service delivery. My weekend was spent around the water, first on Saturday with the Disabled Surfers Association Bass Coast for their second event of 2019. It was incredible to see this wonderful group in ac-

tion and the smiles on all of the participants faces as they hit the surf. The volunteers involved also looked like they were having a ball! It is great to see organisations like the Disabled Surfers Association Bass Coast doing amazing things like this in our shire. The 34th annual San Remo Channel Challenge was due to be held on Saturday, after the event was postponed in February, due to dangerous conditions. The event is run by the Woolamai Beach Surf Life Saving Club as part of the Bass Coast Series, and acts as one of the club’s major fundraisers. It is always inspiring to see the incredible effort put in by all the competitors in the swim/ run event, from the juniors, all the way up to the over 50s. On Sunday, I attended the Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre’s Harmony Day celebrations. It’s a day that is all about promoting inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone, which seems especially important after the recent tragedy in Christchurch. Cultural diversity is one of our greatest strengths as a nation and is what makes Australia such a great place to live. As always, the Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre and their volunteers did an amazing job of putting the event together.

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Parrots set for another big year After winning the last two premierships in 2017 and 2018 under Beau Vernon and Paul Carbis and being grand finalists the two years prior, it is a hard act to follow for the Parrots of 2019. Sometimes slow starters to the season the Parrots have built success on a dominant “back end” of the season. The Parrots of 2018 were also able to manage injuries and was not afraid to rest some of the bigger names in order to preserve bodies for the business end of the season. A low injury count overall helped its season but resting players at the right times was also a key ingredient. However this year the Parrots, early on anyway, may not be afforded this luxury with, it is believed, up to 14 senior players out injured. League best and fairest winner Tom Marriott will sit out the first part of the season with a shoulder injury, but is expected back mid-season. He will most likely be the runner along with Trevor Riseley.

Only two players have departed from the 2018 premiership side; Ryan Olden is in Canada while Julian Lockwood has moved to the Central Highlands Football League. The club is delighted to welcome back four key players; Aaron Hillberg back from Korumburra Bena, Justin Pellicano from Tarwin, Nick Nagel from Melbourne and Lochie Dumont from Wonthaggi. In addition to this three former Under 18’s players will push for senior selection, Cam Olden and Brock and Josh Hastings. The numbers for the Under 18’s and Under 16’s could be better and the club welcomes anyone to come down and enquire about having a train or kick with the Parrots this season. “We probably have the bare minimum of Under 16’s and 18’s but would be in trouble if we cop a few injuries. A few more would be great,” the club’s Kristian Gray said. Paul Carbis returns as coach for the second year, in the reserves the retired Chris Rump will go from Reserves premiership captain to non-playing coach. The Under 18’s will be coached again by Ash Hickey with the Under 16’s job going to Gene Vanderzalm. Al Scott will be assistant coach (backline) with

Kristian Gray the other assistant coach (forward line). It will be a huge day at the opening of the Gippsland League season when the Leongatha Seniors and Reserves sides unveil the 2018 premiership flags at the opening of the season on Saturday, April 6 at Leongatha. And they’ll do so coming up against the unlucky losers Maffra who were absolutely brilliant in their grand finals but came up short against an equally determined Leongatha. The Eagles will watch and probably remember what could have been as the Parrots unfurl twin flags. The Parrots played a practice match against Upper Ferntree Gully on the weekend before travelling to Doveton this weekend for the final hitout. Five players have been picked up by Gippsland Power, some returning from last year. They are Jake Vanderplight, Mason McGannon, Jack Hume, Mitchell Bentvelzen with new player Zack Reid. In other news the clubrooms have been given a fresh coat of paint in readiness for a number of sical functions. There’s the player auction on Saturday, April 6, Netball Op Shop Formal on Saturday, April 13, a big 1979 and 1989 player reunion on Saturday, May 4, the annual cabaret ball on Saturday, June 1, a sportsperson’s night possibly on Saturday, June 15 and a Goods and Service’s Auction on Saturday, July 27. Mal Mackie is club president with Sylvia Vagg secretary and Joel Piasente treasurer.

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elled from Melbourne to play last season. “Our numbers are looking pretty healthy. We have 27 players in Under 16s and 18 in the Thirds, and healthy numbers in the Reserves and Seniors,” president Peter Butcher said. “We just want to be as competitive as we possibly can be after a disappointing finish last year.” He will be joined by assistant coach Dave Newman, Reserves coach Chris Maher, Thirds coach Shane Bertacco and Fourths coach Lewis Rankin, with Bertacco and Rankin returning to their roles. Leading the football club administration with Butcher are vice president Steve Stainsbury, secretary Andrew Strickland and treasurer Peter Scott. “The ground is probably the best it has been for a long, long time after being re-sowed over summer,” Butcher said. In netball, the club will field teams in all divisions - Under 11 through to A Grade - of the West Gippsland Football Netball League, and will also enter Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15 teams in the Leongatha and District Netball Association (LDNA). Netball vice president Kate Dwyer said, “We had very strong numbers turn out for our selection trials for both the senior and most recently the junior grades. We are very fortunate to have such great interest in our club.” Coaches for the LDNA teams are yet to be finalised, but in West Gippsland, the A Grade and head club coach is Sue Hawkins. She is a former Australian player and high performance coach. She has held a number of elite coaching positions and currently serves on the International Netball Federation Coaching Advisory Panel. Hawkins is a huge boost for the club and the players have quickly stepped up to the challenges she has asked of them. She brings a wealth of experience, not just to the club but the whole region. “With the professionalism and experience of Sue Hawkins, our club is in very good shape. She is working with all our coaches to ensure a whole club approach to training and pre-season preparation. We are extremely fortunate to have Sue in our club. Our girls are fit and raring to go. Bring on round one, 2019!” Dwyer said. Other members of I-K’s coaching team are: B Grade, Sindy Boyd; C Grade, Linsey Body; Under 17s, Liz Donohue; Under 15s, Rebecca Hawking; and Under 13s, Rachael Millar. Captains are yet to be appointed. I-K made finals in four of six divisions last year, with one premiership in C Grade and runners-up in Under 13s. “We are hoping to finish this year even stronger, with finals action for all grades,” Dwyer said. “Our Under 17s and A Grade teams have both played practice matches against Aspendale. These matches provided a great opportunity for the coaches to try out a number of different positional changes. The results were National level: In- very encouraging for both verloch-Kongwak’s teams with strong wins.” The netball clubs head club coach Sue Hawkins is a former will be overseen by a Australian player and committee of president Kylie DeBono, vice high performance president Kate Dwyer and coach. secretary Shahn Hoggett.

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Magpies soar into 2019 FOR Dalyston, the 2019 will be about totally rebuilding the club from all aspects.

Following on from an unsuccessful football season in 2018, the club is proud to have rebuilt its sense of community and has filled all football and netball sides going into 2019, including Auskick. “We didn’t have an Under 18s side last season because they had to play higher in the Seniors and Reserves,” club president Andy Thomas said. “We still need numbers, but we will fill all sides this season. “Every club goes through these cycles of rebuilding and we are willing to put in the energy to work it back up.” The Seniors have recruited well during preseason, with Darcy Wilson, Corey and Luke Wakefield, Jake Saltum, Byron Dryden, Dean Wylie and Ryan Minahan donning the black and white guernsey. This season, the Seniors will be coached by Mark Lafferty. Lafferty is the former coach of MDU, Leongatha Reserves and the Port Melbourne development side. Dan Beyer is the assistant coach for the Reserves. He is a strong bodied utility for Ferntree Gully. Coaching the Reserves is Luke Borne, who is originally from Dalyston but has played with Tarwin for the last four years.

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Greg Davis will coach the Under 18s. Davis played with Moe and Wonthaggi, and was a Senior coach for Dalyston. The Under 16s will be coached by Noel Sibly, assisted by Matt Hulls. Hulls is a stalwart of the community, having been heavily involved in footy and cricket. Sibly is a former teacher who has taken his love of footy and coaching across Australia. The Under 14s will be coached by Rod Gundrill, Brad Connell will coach Under 12s and Andy Magro will coach the Under 10s. Rohan McRae has stepped up to coach the newly reformed Youth Girls and Ash Chetland will take Auskick. The netballers are coming off premiership success in A and B Grade and look as though they have another promising year ahead. Premiership coach Jenny McRae will coach A Grade, as well as looking after the juniors in the Under 13s and Under 11s. B Grade will be coach by Una Sheppard, Emma Phillips will coach C Grade, Alana McRae is the Under 17s coach and the Under 15s coach is Andrea Grenville. “Our netballers are looking very strong this season with a number of returning players back on the court. Many of our young premiership players from last year have also stuck together,” Thomas said. The teams are training twice a week, currently on Mondays and Wednesdays. The club is also rebuilding in terms of its facilities. Stage one of its rebuild – which included home and away change rooms and storage facilities – was recently completed with stage two – social rooms and kitchens – set to be completed during the season. “It is a real credit to the (Bass Coast Shire) council for having the foresight that a town growing as quickly as Dalyston would need these facilities. We are grateful for the support,” Thomas said. The club is feeling pumped for its first game on March 30 – an away game against Toora. The big showdown will be the Easter clash against Inverloch-Kongwak, which is sure to draw in a crowd. Also appearing on the social calendar is the highly anticipated Mid Year Ball, which is scheduled to be held at the Wonthaggi Workmen’s Club on June 6. The club will also be hosting a Beer Fest, an Around the World event and a bus trip in round one to introduce some of the new players to the area. “We want everyone to enjoy themselves and continue to make improvements. We are not setting big goals but we are looking to be competitive and establish a strong club culture that is willing to take up any challenge,” Thomas said.

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The Under 10s, Under 12s and Under 14s will train on Thursday nights with the Seniors and Reserves. “Our juniors are fairly good sides and we want to keep them interested in playing football. By moving their training nights to the same night as the Seniors, they can get help from the older club members and it makes the transition to Under 16s easier,” club president Brent Wallace said. “We want to make sure everyone feels like they are part of the club.” This season, Damian Holmes has returned to coach the Seniors and David Hersharft will coach the Reserves. Despite the hard work put in during the offseason, Kilcunda-Bass has been unable to field an Under 18s or Under16s side. “A lot of work went into building these sides, but unfortunately it just didn’t happen this year,” Wallace said. The club is remaining positive after a successful

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Bulldogs hungry for back to back flags PHILLIP Island Football Netball Club is hoping to emulate its success from the 2018 season, by defending its Seniors football premiership.

Beau Vernon returns to the role of Seniors coach and is inspiring players and other club members on and off the field. President Chris Ross is excited about the season ahead. “We had the ultimate success last year with Beau. He brings a massive amount of enthusiasm and professionalism to the club. He communicates with the playing list, not just the Seniors guys, but the whole club,” he said. “He knows how to get to point B from point A, and he won’t stop until he gets there. He expects the best from everyone. He’s able to get that as well. Junior guys are wanting to play senior footy because of him. “We are looking forward to defending our premiership and for young kids stepping into the Senior side. Our juniors will be competitive and our netballers will be competitive.” The Bulldogs welcome Cam Pederson to the club.

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He played senior football with Melbourne Football Club in the AFL last year and will be playing in ruck and forward. Jason Tomada is new to the club, having previously played with Leongatha, and will also play in ruck and forward. Eli Richards, a local, returns to the club and will be a midfield forward. The club has farewelled Matt Jackson and James Taylor (both retired), and Aaron Edwards is now playing in Melbourne. Captains will be announced this week. Jake Weir and Simon Nolan return as Reserves co-coaches. Weir played all his junior football at Phillip Island and Nolan has been with the club for four years. Brad Thompson returns for his second year as Thirds coach and will aim to take his team to another premiership this season. Fourths will be hoping to go one better this year after placing runners-up last year and will again be Tasting success: Phillip Island footballers celebrate their 2018 premiership. coached by Sean O’Brien. The Bulldogs are looking strong in netball, with ample players, said netball operations director Andrea Felsorfary. “We have heaps of juniors. We’ve got enough to field nine teams in the Under 11s, Under 13s and Under 15s in the Casey competition at Cranbourne on Saturday mornings,” she said. Senior numbers are also solid across all grades. Kate Steel will coach A and C grade sides this year, Andrea Taylor will coach B Grade, Janelle Smyth is Under 17s coach, Jess Gysberts and Nell Chaston are joint Under 15s coaches, and Cath Huther is coaching Under 13s. “Last year was really successful. C and A grades were runners-up in their finals and Under 15s were premiers,” Felsorfary said. “Most of last year’s A Grade side has retired and we’ve had some juniors come up from Under 17s, so we will have a young side this year but it’s exciting. The future of the club is growing.” Phillip Island won its two practice games against Wonthaggi and Warragul, and the club will receive new netball courts and changerooms this season. The Bulldogs are overseen by president Ross, vice president-football Ray Mattock, vice presidentnetball Pete Chaston, secretary Sam Walton, treasurer Jodie Ross, football operations Scott Huther, netball operations Felsorfary, and general committee members Hayley Moxey, Andrew McMillan, Mi- A Grade premiers: Foster held strong and defeated Fish Creek 35 to 29 in last year’s grand chael Taylor, Aaron Farrell and Colleen Williams. final match. Pictured back from left, Nicole McKenzie, Brittney McKenzie, Tarryn McK-

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Foster ready to roar dent who assures The Star it’s all systems go for the season opener under lights at Foster against MDU on Saturday, April 6. This weekend the Tigers will complete its final Having not lost many players from its 2018 side, hitout when it journeys to Lang Lang for a practice the Tigers have gained some exciting new additions. match against another Tigers team; let’s hope there’s Foster welcomes back Matthew Clarke who was not a jumper clash! a previous best and fairest player. David Cook, a brother of James and Michael who played last year, is also back. Brad Rooney will coach the Seniors again while Sam Davies and Nathan Grylls will be the assistants, Nathan continuing as a player. Mark ‘Buddy’ Prain is leading the club as presi-

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“Last year was a big improvement from the year before and we hope to further improve this year and see ourselves good enough to play finals football,” co-president Jason Harris said. Numbers are looking good across Seniors, Reserves and Thirds, but Harris said “more players are always welcome.” The club made several senior pickups including Stephen Hawkins (forward) as playing assistant coach along with Luke Marotto, Jake McMillian (both in forward), Sam Wilson (running utility) and Tony Butera (backman) as playing assistant coach. “We’ve hardly lost anyone which is great,” Harris said. Players to watch this season include Tom Corry, Tim Harris, Dean Thorson and the five previously mentioned new Senior players. A few of the top age Thirds players will also step up to play Seniors this season. “This year we are expecting experienced Seniors to help develop juniors,” John Matthews, co-president said. Former Sydney Swans player Stephen Wright will coach Seniors again for his second year, bringing with him an invaluable amount of knowledge and expertise. Reserves coach is Sam Turner who also commences his second year in the role and Mark Cantwell will be going into his third year as Thirds coach. Preseason training started well with two practices matches down; one against Dalyston at its home ground, and a match against Albert Park at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve. It’s not just team improvement the club is focused on though - a new scoreboard is also set to be installed before the start of the season, which will be a major asset for the reserve. “It’s a very good family club and has been that way for a very long time,” Matthews said. The club’s first game will happen April 6 under lights in Foster and teams are raring to play. Coming off the back of a premiership for Under 17s and C Grade - the third year in a row for both teams - netballers are hopeful to have another successful year this year. “The majority of our Under 17s team from 2018 have played together since Under 13s,” Wendy McEachern, secretary for Meeniyan Dumbalk United, said. Unfortunately this year saw a fair turnover in players for the season with junior numbers lower than normal. However, the club has good numbers in their senior teams with a number of junior players now stepping up into Seniors this year and two Under 17s from 2018 stepping into A Grade for the 2019 season. “It will be a challenging year for the club, being what could be the last year of the Alberton Football Netball League, however we are all committed to the Meeniyan Dumbalk United Football Netball Club for 2019 and look forward to a great year ahead both on the court and socially,” McEachern said.

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Go Sharks: amongst the players to take to the field with the Tarwin Football Club this season are, from left, Ben Ellen, Joel Norton, Jett Tieman, Simon McRae and Dylan Garnham. Jett plays Under 12s while the others are Seniors players.

Sharks’ team list raises hopes TARWIN Football Club is looking to more success in 2019 and judging by the current team list, the season is looking promising.

Last season, the club experienced a few ups and downs with injuries, however this season is looking positive with great numbers at training and lots of laughs along the way. The committee is working hard to continue the The Sharks will be fielding Seniors and Reserves positive work from 2018 and are progressing well teams, and the club is seeking players to build a into the 2019 season. group of Under 17s. The Sharks are looking forward to seeing the AlThe Seniors list looks strong with the recruiting berton Football Netball League continue through this of a number of local players who will support the year and beyond, and the six clubs striving towards club for the years to come and enhanced by several success together in the coming years. credentialed players from Melbourne. Senior coach will be Mark Garnham assisted by Simon McRae and Rob Houston, while Brian LaunRob, Katrina and der has continued to lead the Reserves. The captains and leadership group are yet to be the team at announced. New players to Shark Park are Nick Dickonson, Anthony Carrol and Will Edmonds, all from the Melbourne suburb of Beaumaris. Dylan Garnham, Joel Norton, Nick Battersby and Tom Evans have come from Leongatha, Jack Dunn has transferred from Ivanhoe and Jake Pronk arrives from Dederang. Tarwin will be playing Caulfield Bears in a practice match on March 30 to start the season off. Prospective Under 17s players can email tarwinsharks@gmail.com The Tarwin Netball Sharkettes will be fielding wish the teams in all grades from Under 11s to A Grade, with Tarwin Sharks positive numbers in each team. football and netball Senior coaches comprise of Deb Griffin, Jade Williams and Emily McRae, with junior coaches teams all the very best Leesa Allcorn, Jade Williams and Bridget Keily. for season 2019. Captains are yet to be announced. The club welcomes new faces Jackie Kent and Clare Peterson, along with the return of Jade Williams. These ladies bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the court.

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UMPIRES

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Toora shaping up well THE Toora Magpies have gained a stack of players from Chelsea Heights and have only lost a few with hopes they’ll be stronger this season.

Boundary riders: from left, boundary umpires Lachlan Murrell of Korumburra, Harrison Bell of Leongatha and Spencer Chadwick of Leongatha were in fine form at South Gippsland Umpires Association’s training last Wednesday, at Leongatha Velodrome.

New coach boosts umpires’ fitness The South Gippsland Umpires Association has appointed a skills and fitness coach – Josh Chenoworth – and he has the umpires in prime condition. The Melbourne resident comes to the association with experience with Southern Umpires in the metro competition and his appointment has helped the association attract more umpires. It’s a gig that has its moments, but the umpires who enable football games to happen across Gippsland each week love what they do. “There’s a buzz in the air. There’s a real positive attitude there,” association president Barry McCoy said. The members of the South Gippsland Umpires Association combine their passions for football and fitness to umpire matches in the Alberton, West Gippsland and Gippsland leagues. The association now has 70 members and that pleases director of umpiring, Gary Scholz. “We have picked up a few new guys and we still need a few more goal umpires, so if anyone wants to have a go, we’re happy to give them the opportunity,” he said. The umpires have been training since the last week of January and are ready for the opening bounces of the respective football and netball seasons. Field and boundary umpiring suits fitter, active people, while goal umpiring may appeal to retirees or people not able to run. Umpires are paid for their services, with field umpires earning up to $140 for Seniors matches, boundary umpires a minimum of $60 and goal umpires $80, including travel costs.

Part of the team.

“At the end, it’s about being involved. You have a lot of ex-footballers who you think would like to stay involved if they can’t put themselves through the rigours of footy anymore and being out in the middle of it is quite enjoyable,” Scholz said. “You have to be thick skinned but at the same time there is a limit to what people should have to take. With the retention and recruitment of umpires, you have to be careful because people are only going to take so much. “Supporters and footballers need to understand that umpires are wanting to have a bit of fun too.” New umpires start in Fourths and Thirds matches, and work their way up to Reserves and Seniors games, while learning the rules of the game and signals used. On match days, new umpires are sent out with experienced umpires and also watched by two observers who offer feedback. Umpires train at Leongatha Velodrome at 6pm Wednesdays and embark on 45 minutes of running exercises and drills, before splitting into sub-groups of field, boundary and goal umpiring to hone their skills under their coaches. Mr Scholz is field umpiring coach, Tim Kemp boundary umpiring coach and Paul Bauer goal umpiring coach. Training sessions last up to 1.75 Club representatives joined with the umpires at the Leongatha RSL recently to hear about rule changes that will apply this season. These apply to kick-ins, marks and free kicks deep inside defensive 50, 50m penalties, ruck contests and umpire contact at centre bounces. A player will now be able to place his hands on the back of his opponent to protect his position in a marking contest, but must not push the player in the back. Players kicking for goal post-siren will now be able to kick across their body using a snap or check-side kick. Club umpires are also welcome to attend training sessions to improve their skills. The South Gippsland Umpires Association’s season launch is Wednesday, March 27 at Leongatha RSL at 7pm, with finger food. Mr Scholz is hoping for more support from the AFL for grassroots football to ensure the sport continues to develop. To enquire about joining the association, email: southgippslandumpires@gmail.com or see the Facebook page.

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UMPIRES will be ready to give footy players a run for their money in the fitness stakes this season.

After the disappointment of losing the elimination final by just five points due to a player from Foster suffering a nasty injury and the game being called off, Toora has dusted off again and hopes to go a lot better and at least make the grand final. Player numbers in the Seniors are good and both Seniors and Reserves sides will be fielded. The club is still looking for some more Under 18s players with about 13 so far but are still madly trying to attract a few more youngsters who would like to have a kick. In the Seniors, the club has seen departures by centre half forward Ben Osborne to Cheltenham, Matt Andrews, a forward, has also moved to that club, Jayden Attard is off to Chelsea Heights, Jesse Bedggood has gone to Heyfield, and last year’s league best and fairest Jesse Manton, an on-baller has gone to New South Wales to an as yet unnamed club and Brett Scarcella has retired. The club has recruited really well with seven new senior players bolstering the ranks, many of whom are in their 20s, creating a much younger and fitter Impressive: Toora’s Ben Willder slides in for a good take during a match in season 2018. outfit. The Magpies have picked up key forward Matt player and midfield player, is having a run. Baxter from Chelsea Heights. Other players picked And finally Brandon Scammell, a 2017 premierup from this club include key midfielders Nathan ship ruckman with Catani is returning to Toora where Harrington and Ryan Archer, full back Michael he played much of his footy as a junior. Shaw, and wingman Jarrod Schober. “We’ve lost a lot but recruited really well. We’ve In addition Carson Strobel, a former Yarram lost experienced players in their 30s but gained pace and spark with quite a lot in the mid 20s age bracket,” co-president Craig Jenkins said. A highlight for the club will be the match on the Queen’s Birthday weekend (Saturday, June 8) against Foster. The club will host a one-off appearance by former St Kilda ruckman Justin Koschitzke, who kicked 247 goals from 200 games with the Saints. “Cosi” will most likely be stationed at full forward and should attract plenty of interest. Returning for another year are Jonothan Pintus and Luke Manders (returning as assistant coach this year). Brett Mitchell returns as Senior non-playing coach for his second year. His son Bradie won the club goalkicking last year and the youngster, turning 18 this year, is set for a top year. Coaching the Reserves is Luke Horstorfer and the Under 18s coach is Craig Jenkins. The club has installed three new drainage pits in the off-season and hopes the oval will be in much better nick during the winter. The club played Powelltown in the Yarra Ranges Easy grab: Peter Grant takes an easy mark as a recent hit out ahead of its the opening game on for Toora in a match in 2018. Saturday, April 6 against Tarwin at Tarwin.

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FOOTY DRAWS 2019 Alberton Football League Round 4: May 4 Fish Creek v Foster Tarwin v Stony Creek Toora v MDU

Round 11: June 29 Fish Creek v Stony Creek Foster v MDU Tarwin v Toora

Round 5: May 11 Foster v Tarwin MDU v Fish Creek Stony Creek v Toora

Bye Weekend - July 6 School Holidays

Round 6: May 18 MDU v Foster Stony Creek v Fish Creek Toora v Tarwin Round 7: May 25 Fish Creek v Toora Foster v Stony Creek Tarwin v MDU Round 1: April 6 Fish Creek v Stony Creek Foster v MDU (Night) Tarwin v Toora Round 2: April 13 MDU v Tarwin Stony Creek v Foster Toora v Fish Creek Bye Weekend - April 20 Easter Round 3: April 27 Fish Creek v Tarwin Foster v Toora (Night) MDU v Stony Creek

Mid Gippsland Football League

Bye Weekend - June 1 Round 8: June 8 Stony Creek v MDU Tarwin v Fish Creek Toora v Foster Round 9: June 15 Foster v Fish Creek MDU v Toora Stony Creek v Tarwin Round 10: June 22 Fish Creek v MDU Tarwin v Foster Toora v Stony Creek

Round 12: July 13 MDU v Tarwin Stony Creek v Foster Toora v Fish Creek Round 13: July 20 Fish Creek v Tarwin Foster v Toora MDU v Stony Creek Round 14: July 27 Fish Creek v Foster Tarwin v Stony Creek Toora v MDU Round 15: August 3 MDU v Fish Creek Stony Creek v Toora Tarwin v Foster

ELIMINATION FINAL SEMI FINAL PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL

Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31

West Gippsland Football League Round 5: May 4 Cora Lynn v Inverloch Kongwak Garfield v Nar Nar Goon Kilcunda Bass v Bunyip Koo Wee Rup v Dalyston Korum Bena v Tooradin Dalmore Warragul Indust v Phillip Island Round 6: May 11 Warragul Indust v Cora Lynn Bunyip v Koo Wee Rup Dalyston v Garfield Inverloch Kongwak v Kilcunda Bass Nar Nar Goon v Korumburra Bena Phillip Island v Tooradin Dalmore Round 7: May 25 Koo Wee Rup v Warragul Indust Cora Lynn v Dalyston Kilcunda Bass v Garfield Phillip Island v Nar Nar Goon Korumburra Bena v Bunyip Tooradin Dalmore v Inverloch K’wak Round 1: March 30 Bunyip v Cora Lynn Nar Nar Goon v Tooradin Dalmore Korumburra Bena v Koo Wee Rup Garfield v Warragul Indust Kilcunda Bass v Phillip Island Inverloch Kongwak - Bye Dalyston - Bye Round 2: April 6 Cora Lynn v Kilcunda Bass Garfield v Inverloch Kongwak Korumburra Bena v Phillip Island Tooradin Dalmore v Dalyston Warragul Indust v Bunyip Koo Wee Rup v Nar Nar Goon (N) Round 3: April 13 Cora Lynn v Koo Wee Rup (N) Korumburra Bena v Warragul Indust Dalyston v Nar Nar Goon Kilcunda Bass v Tooradin Dalmore Bunyip v Inverloch Kongwak Phillip Island v Garfield Round 4: April 20 (Split) Phillip Island v Koo Wee Rup Inverloch Kongwak v Dalyston April 25 Tooradin Dalmore v Warragul Indust April 27 Dalyston v Kilcunda Bass Garfield v Bunyip (N) Nar Nar Goon v Cora Lynn Inverloch Kongwak v Korum Bena

Round 8: June 1 Dalyston v Phillip Island Tooradin Dalmore v Bunyip Inverloch Kongwak v Koo Wee Rup Kilcunda Bass v Korumburra Bena Garfield v Cora Lynn June 2 Warragul Indust v Nar Nar Goon Round 9: June 8 Bunyip v Dalyston Phillip Island v Cora Lynn Nar Nar Goon v Inverloch Kongwak Warragul Indust v Kilcunda Bass Korumburra Bena v Garfield Koo Wee Rup v Tooradin Dalmore Round 10: June 15 Dalyston v Warragul Indust Cora Lynn v Korumburra Bena Tooradin Dalmore v Garfield Nar Nar Goon v Bunyip Koo Wee Rup v Kilcunda Bass Phillip Island v Inverloch Kongwak Round 11: June 22 Inverloch Kongwak v Warragul Indust Bunyip v Phillip Island Kilcunda Bass v Nar Nar Goon Korumburra Bena v Dalyston Garfield v Koo Wee Rup Cora Lynn - Bye Tooradin Dalmore - Bye Round 12: June 29 Cora Lynn v Bunyip Dalyston v Inverloch Kongwak

Koo Wee Rup v Korumburra Bena Phillip Island v Kilcunda Bass Tooradin Dalmore v Nar Nar Goon Warragul Indust v Garfield Round 13: July 6 Bunyip v Warragul Indust Dalyston v Tooradin Dalmore Inverloch Kongwak v Garfield Kilcunda Bass v Cora Lynn Phillip Island v Korumburra Bena July 7 Nar Nar Goon v Koo Wee Rup (S) Round 14: July 13 Garfield v Phillip Island Inverloch Kongwak v Bunyip Koo Wee Rup v Cora Lynn Nar Nar Goon v Dalyston Tooradin Dalmore v Kilcunda Warragul Indust v Korumburra Bena Round 15: July 20 Cora Lynn v Nar Nar Goon Bunyip v Garfield Kilcunda Bass v Dalyston Koo Wee Rup v Phillip Island Korumburra Bena v Inverloch K’wak Warragul Indust v Tooradin Dalmore

Round 1: April 6 Trafalgar v Yinnar Mirboo North v Newborouth Morwell East v Hill End Boolarra v Thorpdale Yall/Yall North - Bye Round 2: April 13 Newborough v Yall/Yall North Yinnar v Mirboo North Hill End v Trafalgar Thorpdale v Morwell East Boolarra - Bye Easter - April 20 - Bye Round 3: April 27 Yall/Yall North v Yinnar Mirboo North v Hill End Morwell East v Boolarra Newborough - Bye Sunday April 28 Trafalgar v Thorpdale

Round 8: June 1 Trafalgar v Yall/Yall North Morwell East v Newborough Boolarra v Yinnar Thorpdale v Hill End Mirboo North - Bye

Round 15: July 20 Yall/Yall North v Boolarra Mirboo North v Morwell East Newborough v Thorpdale Yinnar v Hill end Trafalgar - Bye

Round 9: June 8 Queens Birthday weekend Yall/Yall North v Mirboo North Newborough v Trafalgar Yinnar v Morwell East Hill End v Boolarra Thorpdale - Bye

Round 16: July 27 Morwell East v Yall/Yall North Trafalgar v Mirboo North Boolarra v Newborough Thorpdale v Yinnar Hill End - Bye

Round 10: June 15 Yinnar v Trafalgar Newborough v Mirboo North Hill End v Morwell East Thorpdale v Boolarra Yall-Yall North - Bye

Round 12: June 29 Yinnar v Yall/Yall North Hill End v Mirboo North Boolarra v Morwell East Thorpdale v Trafalgar Newborough - Bye

Round 17: August 3 Yall/Yall North v Trafalgar Newborough v Morwell East Yinnar v Boolarra Hill End v Thorpdale Mirboo North - Bye Round 18: August 10 Mirboo North v Yall/Yall North Trafalgar v Newborough Morwell East v Yinnar Boolarra v Hill End Thorpdale - Bye QUALIFYING FINAL ELIMINATION FINAL 2nd SEMI FINAL 1st SEMI FINAL PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL

Aug 17 Aug 18 Aug 24 Aug 25 Aug 31 Sept 7

Gippsland League Wonthaggi v Bairnsdale Morwell v Drouin

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

Round 5: May 11 Yall/Yall North v Thorpdale Mirboo North v Boolarra Trafalgar v Morwell East Newborough v Hill End Yinnar - Bye

Round 17: August 3 Cora Lynn v Warragul Indust Garfield v Dalyston Kilcunda Bass v Inverloch Kongwak Koo Wee Rup v Bunyip Korumburra Bena v Nar Nar Goon Tooradin Dalmore v Phillip Island

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Round 7: May 25 Yall/Yall North v Morwell East Mirboo North v Trafalgar Newborough v Boolarra Yinnar v Thorpdale Hill End - Bye

Round 11: June 22 Yall/Yall North v Newborough Mirboo North v Yinnar Trafalgar v Hill End Morwell East v Thorpdale Boolarra - Bye

Round 2: April 13 Maffra v Bairnsdale (N) Moe v Drouin Morwell v Wonthaggi Warragul v Sale Leongatha v Traralgon

QUALIFYING FINAL ELIMINATION FINAL 2nd SEMI FINAL 1st SEMI FINAL PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL

Round 13: July 6 Yall/Yall North v Hill End Mirboo North v Thorpdale Trafalgar v Boolarra Newborough v Yinnar Morwell East - Bye

Round 4: May 4 Hill End v Yall/Yall North Thorpdale v Mirboo North Boolarra v Trafalgar Yinnar v Newborough Morwell East - Bye

Round 16: July 27 Bunyip v Kilcunda Bass Tooradin Dalmore v Koo Wee Rup Inverloch Kongwak v Cora Lynn Nar Nar Goon v Garfield Phillip Island v Warragul Indust Dalyston v Korumburra Bena

Round 18: August 10 Bunyip v Korumburra Bena Dalyston v Cora Lynn Garfield v Kilcunda Bass Inverloch K’wak v Tooradin Dalmore Nar Nar Goon v Phillip Island Warragul Indust v Koo Wee Rup

Round 6: May 18 Boolarra v Yall/Yall North Morwell East v Mirboo North Thorpdale v Newborough Hill End v Yinnar Trafalgar - Bye

Round 4: May 4 Sale v Traralgon Leongatha v Warragul Morwell v Maffra Moe v Wonthaggi Drouin v Bairnsdale Round 5: May 11 Bairnsdale v Moe Sale v Drouin Maffra v Warragul Traralgon v Wonthaggi Morwell v Leongatha INTERLEAGUE - May 18 v Central Murray at Cohuna Rec Reserve Round 6: May 25 Moe v Sale Bairnsdale v Traralgon Wonthaggi v Maffra Warragul v Morwell Drouin v Leongatha Round 7: June 1 Warragul v Traralgon Leongatha v Sale Maffra v Moe

Round 8: June 8 Traralgon v Morwell Sale v Wonthaggi Drouin v Maffra Moe v Leongatha Bairnsdale v Warragul Round 9: June 15 Leongatha v Bairnsdale Wonthaggi v Drouin Warragul v Moe Morwell v Sale Maffra v Traralgon Round 10: June 22 Traralgon v Drouin Moe v Morwell Warragul v Wonthaggi Maffra v Leongatha Bairnsdale & Sale - Bye

Wonthaggi v Moe Bairnsdale v Drouin Warragul & Leongatha - Bye Round 14: July 27 Moe v Bairnsdale Drouin v Sale Warragul v Maffra Wonthaggi v Traralgon Leongatha v Morwell Round 15: August 3 Sale v Moe Traralgon v Bairnsdale Morwell v Warragul Leongatha v Drouin WP & Maffra - Bye Round 16: August 10 Traralgon v Warragul Sale v Leongatha Moe v Maffra Bairnsdale v Wonthaggi Drouin v Morwell Round 17: August 17 Wonthaggi v Sale Maffra v Drouin Leongatha v Moe Warragul v Bairnsdale Worksafe Game of the Month Morwell v Traralgon

Round 11: June 29 Bairnsdale v Maffra Sale v Warragul Wonthaggi v Morwell Traralgon v Leongatha July 6 Drouin v Moe Maffra v Wonthaggi Warragul v Leongatha July 7 Bairnsdale v Sale (S) Round 12: July 13 Morwell v Bairnsdale Moe v Traralgon July 14 Sale v Maffra (S) Drouin v Warragul (S) Leongatha v Wonthaggi (S) Round 13: July 20 Traralgon v Sale Maffra v Morwell

Round 18: August 24 Bairnsdale v Leongatha Drouin v Wonthaggi Moe v Warragul Sale v Morwell Traralgon v Maffra QUALIFYING FINAL ELIMINATION FINAL 2nd SEMI FINAL 1st SEMI FINAL PRELIMINARY FINAL GRAND FINAL

Aug 31 Sept 1 Sept 7 Sept 8 Sept 14 Sept 21

“THE STAR” Tuesday, March 26, 2019 - PAGE 35

Push for plastic free Island WHILE the Phillip Island community showed how much it cared for local beaches and the marine environment during a recent Clean Up Australia event that saw some 135 volunteers collect some 310kg of rubbish in three hours, an Island business is also working hard to be plastic free.

who has been working at Blue Gum for five years now believes it just makes sense. Travis came up with the idea a few months ago and put his boomerang bucket idea to his boss John Sunderland and after discussion on how much plastic they use in the business it was decided to give the bucket idea a go. From that moment there have already been some big changes implemented with stacks of buckets ordered, delivered and lined up ready for the big launch at Cowes Blue Gum Garden Centre is one local the start of the school holidays on Saturday, April 6. business leading the charge to become plastic free The boomerang bucket campaign will be rolled with its Blue Gum Boomerang Bins set to revolu- out with one free bucket per household on offer that tionise the garden supplies business and see it plastic will include fertiliser samples, stubbie holder and free in around 12 months. small plant among some of the free goodies. The brain child of employee Travis Hamilton Mr Sunderland embraced the idea of a swap and go style bucket and he can’t wait to see the end of the 7000 plus plastic bags they use annually, that end up in land fill. “We should all look at cutting back on plastic,” Mr Sunderland said. Travis agreed and said there is just too much plastic being used and would like to see a return to paper bags that can be recycled and he believes – look better. He said eventually all our products will be able to be purchased via the bucket system. “Customers can just bring in their empty bucket, fill it up and take it home. “We want to do our bit for the environment and it just makes sense to be able to offer customers mulch, pebbles, screenings, toppings and all their garden supplies at a reduced cost and feel better that we are helping to make Phillip Island plastic free.” Blue Gum sees it as a win, win for all and is marking the occasion with a $500 gift voucher for one lucky customer who collects their bin and purBoomerang bins: Travis Hamilton of the chases Supernatural Grass from Bluegum between Blue Gum Garden Centre in Cowes is thrilled now and December 24, 2019. These customers will his idea to introduce new Boomerang recycle go in a draw to win a $500 credit to purchase anyBuckets and to make the business plastic free thing at RRP from Bluegum by June 30, 2020. For more information call Blue Gum Garden has been embraced by owners John and Bev Supplies on 5952 3855 or call into 92 Dunsmore Rd, Sutherland. Cowes.

Next step: Cape Paterson Residents and Ratepayers Association members Clive Vernon, Greg Carman and Stephen Ward presented Bass Coast Shire Council with plans to continue developing a flourishing Cape Paterson at the community connections session recently.

Residents plan for Cape Paterson’s future By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas

northern development plan,” he said. “All issues raised by residents would be considered in the annual operational plan.” RESIDENTS are working to develop The survey returned 128 responses with 75 ada strategic plan and an annual opera- ditional issues raised. From council, the association was looking for tional plan to establish a thriving Cape feedback and advice, as well as the opportunity to Paterson. liaise with councillors and council staff on an ongoMembers of the Cape Paterson Residents and ing basis. Ratepayers Association presented their ideas to Bass The association had also approached Bass MLA Coast Shire Council at the community connections Jordan Crugnale with the concept, with particular session recently. emphasis on advice regarding changes to the PlanGreg Carman highlighted the goals for Cape Patning and Environment Act 1987, and the George erson over the next five years. Bass Coastal Walk extension. These goals included protection and enhanceCr Les Larke asked the association members ment of the natural environment, the preservation of what they believed the character to preserve in Cape the character of Cape Paterson, advocating for infraPaterson was, to which Stephen Ward responded that structure developments, and advocating for the soit was a coastal village. cial, health and wellbeing needs of the community. “It’s a close knit community. I think it is very “We commissioned a survey about community close in terms of the people who live there and it is issues and received a lot of feedback. Planning iseasy to become a member of the community there,” sues came out ahead, followed by the Cape Paterson he said.

Food for thought QUIRKY businesses and burgers seem to go hand in hand, so it was with interClean up: Plastic Free Phillip Island and San Remo crew collected some 310kg of rubbish est The Star happened to see two local during the recent Clean Up Australia event on the Island. businesses that fit this bill.

Call for progress at Smiths Beach By Tayla Kershaw-Thomas THE Smiths Beachcomber Association has adopted a new tactic to secure a master plan for its residents.

Committee president Phil Dressing and vice president Phil Wright attended Bass Coast Shire Council’s community connection session on Wednesday to pitch their “More Feet, Less Footprints” approach. Mr Dressing said the objective was to establish a formal Smiths Beach master plan funded and adopted by council by 2023. Its content what prioritise – but not be limited to – a roundabout on the main road, special charge schemes on the internal roads, pathways, vegetation and wildlife protection, and planning for the adjoining land to enhance visitor experience. Residents have also been battling with erosion issues. Some property owners have been trying to manage large open drains, which pose a safety risk. Mr Dressing said providing footpaths and road upgrades would also improve safety for school students going to and from the Phillip Island Adventure Park on Phillip Island Road. The idea is to attract more people to Smiths Beach whilst remaining mindful of environmental sensitivity and ongoing sustainability. “Everyone is aware of the fact Smiths Beach is going to have an increased number of people visiting and what we need to do is manage that increased

number,” Mr Dressing said. “What we are requesting of council is to provide a Smiths Beach master plan so that we can manage that whole process.” According to Mr Dressing, there has been a 37 percent increase in the number of residents at Smiths Beach. In addition, there was a 71 percent increase in residents aged between 70 and 74. There was also an influx of 1.6 million domestic and international visitors to the area. “At the moment, there is no master plan for Smiths Beach. We are of a view that planning is critical for the whole process (of managing population increases),” Mr Dressing said. Mr Wright urged council to show its support for Smiths Beach and consider funding options for the master plan. “If we want to retain its beauty at Smiths Beach for a long time, we have to do better. It’s all there, so what is the hold up? The people who come from Melbourne love Smiths Beach. Let’s make it good for them and good for everyone, and from there we can develop all the other aspects,” he said. Cr Michael Whelan asked the presenters if the association had gained enough local support to go ahead with a roads and drainage scheme. Mr Dressing said the association understood this would be a democratic process, but believed the master plan is the right way to begin progress at Smiths Beach.

Both renowned for their burgers and brilliant fare, Newhaven’s Duchie’s and Archies pub are up for grabs. It is no secret burgers are big business with the more up-market “gourmet” burger now leading the way. While your old trusty greasy sleeve takeaway or milk bar serving up your plain burgers is almost a thing of the past, now burger-inspired cafes and restaurants are common place. In the last few years there has been an undeniable burger explosion, with all varieties of burgers being dished up and it isn’t just beef. If it is beef, it will probably feature a 100 percent designer Wagyu beef pattie. Yes burgers are very much the “in-thing” and in all shapes, sizes and varieties with burgers such as gourmet mushroom, bug, truffle, cheese, vegie and then there are the “sliders” (mini burgers) and breakfast burgers. As for the sauces, not just your good old White Crow tommy sauce, there is a whole selection of those too. And the buns, it’s not only your white soft flat burger buns either but a brioche bun; very trendy! So with all this burger hype, this could be food for thought for any aspiring young chef with these two unique properties up for sale. The iconic Duchie’s Takeaway at Newhaven on Phillip Island back in the 70s was jumping and was the go to joint for tasty burgers and a load of other must have takeaways after those late nights that usually started at the old Isle of Wight Hotel and finished in the wee hours at San Remo’s West-

ernport Hotel. Those old enough will remember just how good those burgers, chips, potato cakes or dimmies were after a big night out. The morning after hang over cure was always a Duchies burger and many lament the business has not been open for years. While Duchies still looks the same, with the original 50s style red stools and sit up benches out the front and very much the same inside, it desperately craves new life and the smell of delicious takeaways wafting out to greet the 1.5 million visitors who pass the front door annually. Everyone who heads over the bridge from San Remo to Phillip Island will pass by Duchie’s on their right and leaving the island, what better place to stop off and feed the family before you get home? It just needs some gun cook to turn up the heat and start flipping the burgers, gourmet that is. Not far away there is another gem at Archies Creek that is serving up not just great burgers but a fabulous menu of food, great beers, a good splash of country hospitality, live music and even accommodation. That quaint little establishment would be the Archies Couch (formerly the Royal Mail Hotel) and yes this too is up for sale, lock, stock and barrel. For anyone who happily calls this their local will be saddened by the fact this friendly little pub is actually on the market, as the owners do such a great job of making sure their guests have had a fabulous time and yes the burgers are brilliant, including the crispy fried chicken burger, Portobello mushroom burger and the mini beef burgers. If you are a dab hand in the kitchen then one of these quirky gems might just be the ticket! If you are interested in either contact local real estate agent Greg Price, Alex Scott and Staff in Cowes.

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Coal Creek Probus welcomes new committee COAL Creek Probus Club inducted many new committee members at its annual general meeting held at Korumburra Golf Club last Tuesday, March 19.

Euan Coutts from Korumburra Rotary took over chair for the induction, announcing Helen Taylor as the 2019 president. Fan Dowling was also presented with most valuable member at the AGM, which she was delighted to receive. New secretary Dianne Schellekens said the club was active with 85 current members. President Helen Taylor said, “We have a lot of New committee: Coal Creek Probus 2019 committee members, middle front, president Helsocial events, including a day out and luncheon even Taylor and second row from left, Jan Dowling, Edna Gill, Dianne Schellekens, Barbara ery month. Hosking, and Chris O’Neill, and back from left, David Conabere, Peter Hosking, Eddie Gill, “We are visiting Bright in May for the autumn Shirley Reeves and Steven Marshall. festival and are looking forward to a history tour in

Leongatha in April.” The Coal Creek Probus Club will celebrate its 16th year month. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday every month at the Korumburra Golf Club from 10am. If you wish to join the club or seek more information, contact secretary Dianne Schellekens on 56552504. The 2019 committee is Helen Taylor (president), Peter Hosking (vice president), Dianne Schellekens (secretary), Jean Dobson (assistant secretary), Noel Dobson (treasurer), Chris O’Neill, Barb Hosking and Cheryl Routley (tour directors), Edna Gill (birthdays/anniversaries), Marion Cook (carer), Helen Taylor (entertainment), Peter Hosking (book exchange), Jan Dowling (morning tea), David Conabere (dine out), Shirley Reeves (newsletter editor), Eddie Gill (sheriff), and Glenys and Steve Marshall (membership officers).

Elly recognised with prestigious award ELLY Poletti, music teacher at Mary MacKillop College in Leongatha was crowned the 2018 Unsung Heroes Music Award by EducationHQ – an award that received hundreds of nominations Australia wide.

Ms Poletti was notified when EducationHQ narrowed nominees down to just five, as which point voting was opened to the public. “The wonderful community got behind me. It’s nice to be recognised for what I do,” she said. The teacher works tirelessly to provide her students with invaluable opportunities said she just wanted to be able to provide the experiences given to her. “My high school experience was great, but I wasn’t exactly a grade A student. I had really supportive teachers - music teachers in particular – who encouraged me to finish Year 12 when I wanted to leave in Year 10,” Ms Poletti said. “After finishing my music degree at Monash University I didn’t know what to do, but I knew I wanted to give back to the community like they gave to me.” She was eager to “inject some enthusiasm back into the musical arts” when she returned to South Gippsland after study. When she began teaching at the college two and a half years ago, Ms Poletti had just three VCE music students

Role model: Elly Poletti, teacher at Mary MacKillop College is the recipient of the 2018 Unsung Heroes Music Award by EducationHQ. and very few students in her music department, making her determined to implement some change. Compare that to now and change is evident, with a thriving music and performing arts program, an exciting upcoming production of The Addams Family and 15 VCE music students. Ms Poletti said many schools focus on their sporting communities but many children interested in the performing arts can feel excluded. She aims to challenge the notion the performing arts aren’t as important as sport. Ms Poletti’s abundance of enthusiastic music students and the many students currently engaged in The Addams Family production speaks volumes of the need for

performing arts in the school and wider community. “My students are talented, compliant, wonderful kids. I have no problems. I’m sure not all teachers would say the same, but I think because they are so passionate they put their best foot forward,” she said. Last year Ms Poletti implemented a project which involved taking the school choir to perform at elderly homes, as well as the production of a Christmas CD which was gifted to staff. Directly before she received the award, she had just finished a successful music camp that she obtained a $15,000 grant from Regional Arts Victoria for. The music camp was held in Leongatha for students from all local schools. “We were able to use the vacant shops in Leongatha and the kids and I jammed for three days,” she said. The camp was such a sensation that schools have asked that it be held again this year “We are looking into it again this year and looking into more funding options. Hopefully we can run it in September,” she said. A Musica Viva education pack valued at $1500 was also awarded to Ms Poletti which will see some of Australia’s finest musicians visit her and her colleagues to provide professional development, including up to 10 weeks’ worth of lesson plans, and a demonstration for their students this year.

Modern way: Bass Coast Health Dental Service’s new e-referral system is popular with clients. From left, Bass Coast Health Dental Services staff Melissa Sunarso, manager Mariana Cassini and Glenda Edwards.

Dental innovation impresses THE Bass Coast Health Dental team is receiving great feedback about the new e-referral system it developed to ensure people can easily access the sub-regional public dental service.

The system was implemented last year and provides health professionals and clients with easier access to local public dental care by enabling them to make referrals at their own convenience, 24 hours a day. The dental e-referral system is one of only three in the state, out of more than 50 public dental agencies. Bass Coast Health’s Dental Services manager Brewery at Korumburra. The event was attended by Mariana Cassini has been invited to present the e90 Rotarians and their partners, and the event also referral system at Dental Health Services Victoria raised $300 for Rotary Foundation to spend on proj- (DHSV)’s Public Oral Health Innovation Conference ects that improve health, support education and al- at Melbourne on April 5. “We’ve received some very positive feedback leviate poverty around the world. Leongatha Rotary Club will host an energy fo- from our clients about the new e-referral system. rum at Leongatha Memorial Hall on Saturday, June They love the flexibility it offers them because it means they don’t have to ring up anymore and can 1 from 9am to 4pm. Speakers will talk about battery storage of off request a call back instead. This method can also peak electricity, solar power for community groups, home energy audits, electricity trading between states and climate change.

Rotary helps farmers LEONGATHA Rotary Club has helped drought-afflicted farmers in East Gippsland with a $5000 donation.

The club presented the cash to Gippsland Farmer Relief, an organisation that distributes food hampers and aid to farmers in need. The club raised the funds through manning the gates at the recent Meeniyan Garlic Festival and topped up the sum with a donation of its own. Leongatha Rotarians recently met Foster and Korumburra Rotarians for a social evening at Burra

Council backs motorcyclists

Milpara Community House news WITH such diverse people coming through the front door each week at Milpara, there are always different smiles from cheeky grins, smirks to beaming smiles that make their eyes squint.

That is not to say Milpara is always just fun and games, smiles do develop from happiness but also from relief and compassion. One of my favourite things about Milpara is the smiles shared. Often where smiles live laughterfollows, it is the best contagion I know for bringing on more smiles. We often receive messages, calls or a person drops in looking for something but they’renot sure what, they may feel isolated or need to make some social contact. Often they are surprised just what smile/laughter opportunity’s Milpara has on offer so I thought I might share.

remove barriers for people who may be reluctant to talk about their condition over the phone,” she said. Since its implementation, the Dental Service has seen increased numbers, and despite this increase and the challenge of funding, it has managed to reduce its general waitlist to 21 months - below the state target of 23 months. It is aiming to reduce this even further within the next 18 months. Bass Coast Health has also been invited to participate in DHSV’s new School Dental Program Agency Reference Group. The group will have its inaugural meeting this month to review past planning and current models for the program, set new Terms of Reference and discuss designs for a new program. Bass Coast Health’s public dental service has five modern dental surgeries equipped with intra-oral cameras, digital x-rays and teledentistry. The service is available to all children under 12 and all concession card holders or dependents of concession card holders of any age. Referrals can be made online at www.gha2.net. au/BCH/Content/Services/Community-Dental-Services/Referral, or by calling 03 5671 3268.

A great smile inducing activity is The Milpara Social Singers who meet at Milpara Wednesday afternoons from 1.30pm during school terms. You do not have to be able to sing just a willingness to give it a go. Crafts/Cards with Barb meet Friday afternoons. Many of the group make beautiful embroidery cards and Barb can supply materials and full instructions if you would like to learn the skill too. Alternatively, you can bring your own craft. The Craft of Story Writing class meet Thursday mornings it is a great mix of people. The Korumburra Men’s Shed meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and the Hospital Garden group on Thursdays. The community meal on the first Friday of the month is also a smile-filled event. These are just some of the opportunities. If you are looking for something let us know. We may be able to help you find some extra smiles and laughter in your life. Call Milpara 5655 2524.

MOTORCYCLISTS are finding South Gippsland a safer place to ride, thanks to the efforts of South Gippsland Shire Council.

Council’s road safety program officer John Ernst has worked with other agencies to develop initiatives to make motorcycling a safer pastime in the region. Through council’s Road Safety Partnership program, crash hotspots were identified for treatment to reduce the severity of crashes. “This resulted in motorbike friendly barrier modifications as well as speed reductions,” Mr Ernst said. “Roads identified for speed reductions were identified in conjunction with Vic Roads, where crash data indicated that speed was a significant factor in the death or injury of the motorbike rider. Several roads had their speed reduced specifically in response to making road sections safer for motorbikes.” Council has worked with RoadSafe (Gippsland Community Road Safety Council) to produce the Map and Guide to Motorcycling in Gippsland, that promotes awareness of hazards such as speed, mis-

judgement of corners, and lack of familiarity with roads and conditions. The publication emphasises the importance of wearing adequate safety gear, riding safely and lists motorcycle retailers. Mr Ernst said during 2010 to 2015 there was a high number of crashes involving motorbike riders across Victoria, with some serious injuries and deaths in South Gippsland. “One thing that was found was that motorcycle training was not happening properly so we supported the move toward a graduated motorcycle licensing system,” he said. “Unfortunately at the commencement of this system, DECCA at Yallourn decided it would no longer provide training. This meant that South Gippslanders no longer could get their learners or licence locally. “Through support from the shire’s Road Safety Partnership Program we encouraged a new provider for the region. This required intense lobbying of VicRoads to achieve and as a result we were able to gain and excellent new provider in Quality Motorcycle Training.”

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The Good Life

Your LOCAL guide to Art and Entertainment

Celtic band to launch album FOLLOWING a hugely successful concert here in 2018, the Celtic band John John Festival returns to launch its 2019 tour and brand new album in Wonthaggi this Saturday, March 30.

guitar and vocals, and Toshi Bodhran on bodhran and tambourine. It has been almost two and a half years since the band released its last album, Forget me not and it will be releasing its brand new album Live at Kyudokaikan in Wonthaggi at the beginning of its AustraArguably Japan’s most popular Celtic band, John lian tour. John John Festival fiddle player Mana describes John Festival has continued to delight and thrill audiences around the globe with its exuberant and joyful how the new album was made: “This album was recorded at one of our special gigs, held on December Celtic grooves. The band members are Mana Okubo (John) on 1, 2018.We played at Kyudo-kaikan in Tokyo, a Budfiddle and vocals, Hirofumi Nakamura (Annie) on dhist church built by Jokan Chikazumi. We chose this place mostly for the beautiful natural sound. We hope you can enjoy our new album as if you’re in the venue with us.” John John Festival release its new album and will kick off its Australian tour at the Wonthaggi Baptist Church at 2pm, Saturday, March 30, before going on to play festivals and gigs on the south east coast, including the National Folk Festival in Canberra. Come along for what is guaranteed to be brilliant afternoon of music and entertainment. Tickets are $20 per head or $15 concession. AfIrish sounds: Celtic band John John Festival is Mana Okubo, Hirofumi Nakamura and ternoon tea provided. Book online at: https://www.trybooking.com/ Toshi Bodhran. They will launch their album at Wonthaggi Baptist Church this Saturday, BBAOZ March 30.

Painters present diverse show A VARIETY of art will be exhibited at Foster’s Stockyard Gallery from this Thursday.

Leongatha Painters will present a collection of their work until April 22, with a grand opening this Saturday, March 30, from 2pm to 4pm. Foster artist Fleur Wheeler will open the exhibition, which will include watercolours, oils, acrylics, resin work, cards and unframed work. Subjects include animals, scenery, abstract and flowers. “Because we are all individual artists, it is all different subjects,” artist Ann Todd-Foulds of Fish Creek said. The Leongatha Painters meet at the Leongatha Girl Guides Hall every Tuesday. They paint in the hall and on site, while enjoying bus trips to art shows and taking part in workshops.

Taking shape: Adrian Darakai as Frederick Frankenstein and Scott Lawrence as the Monster rehearse for Young Frankenstein, the main production to be staged by Leongatha Lyric Theatre in 2019. The show will be performed from July 5 to July 20, with opening night scheduled for Friday, July 5 at 8pm.

Arawata’s history on display during milestone weekend THE Arawata Milestones Weekend will take place this Saturday, March 30 and Sunday, March 31.

The Arawata Sunday School room is behind the Arawata Union Church on Fairbank Road. It will be the site of a very vibrant display of memorabilia, heritage items and precious family heirloom items loaned by descendants of the first land selectors in Arawata. On display will be books from the First Public Library opened in the Arawata Hall in 1891. The “Then and Now” formal dinner on Saturday night is sold out, however, for those who will not be able to experience the “Life in Arawata” speakers at the dinner, we have prepared a special short video which will play in the Sunday School on Saturday, March 30. The elders of the Arawata Community have enthusiastically recounted funny stories, vignettes of life in the district, and songs. The committee has worked long hours clearing, gardening, painting and preparing the Arawata State School Grounds ready for Saturday’s Old Style Games day, sausage sizzle and picnic. Registration and morning tea will be from 10am. The book They Called it Arawata will be on sale for $10, and are the final copies from the 1982 print run. Celebrations continue on Sunday with a church service in the historic Arawata Union Church at 10am, followed by morning tea in the hall, and a commemorative tree planting at noon. Messages of support and congratulations have been received from State and Federal Members of Parliament and the committee looks forward to welcoming all visitors to our celebration. All enquiries to arawatahall@gmail.com or by private message via www.facebook.com/ACHA3951

Creative group: members of Leongatha Painters at work at the Leongatha Girl Guides Hall, preparing for their show, include at left, Ann Todd-Foulds and Bev Mitchell, and at right, Irene McConville, Robyn Henn and Peg Elliott.

Arawata Milestones Weekend Saturday March 30 & Sunday March 31 Join us as we celebrate important dates in the history of Arawata SATURDAY 10am: Morning Tea & Registration. Sunday School Hall Memorabilia & heirloom display opens. BYO Picnic, chairs, drinks to School Grounds for old style games and fun SUNDAY 10am: Church Service Arawata Union Church Followed by Morning Tea at the Historic Arawata Hall. Noon: Commemorative Tree Planting in the School Grounds

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512.5kg 272.6 $1397.08 Most light and medium weight cows made from 2 N.D. & R.L. White, Kongwak 475.0kg 272.0 $1292.00 130c to 197c/kg. Heavy weight cows sold mostly 1 W. & N. Paterson, Jeetho West 6 Wanjo Consulting P/L, Jeetho 505.0kg 270.0 $1363.50 from 160c to 200c/kg. Better shaped heavy bulls made between 218c HEIFERS 465.0kg 285.6 $1328.04 and 239c with the dairy portion between 197c and 1 G. & V. Lane, Willung South 6 Rath Pastoral, Dumbalk 490.8kg 271.6 $1333.10 The usual buying group was present and operat- 207c/kg. 515.0kg 267.6 $1378.14 ing in a dearer market. The next sale draw - March 27 & 28: 1. Land- 1 A. Wilkin, Boolarra South 485.0kg 260.0 $1261.00 Quality was good in the grown steers and bull- mark, 2. Elders, 3. Phelan & Henderson & Co, 4. 1 R.W. & L.J. Cowie, Fairbank 1 P. & C. Body, Jeeralang/Maryvale 450.0kg 260.0 $1170.00 ocks and limited in the young draft while the cows Alex Scott & Staff, 5. SEJ. were mostly leaner grades. The next Lamb and Sheep Sale is April 3 at 1 Strathbrae Equity P/L, Inverloch 490.0kg 260.0 $1274.00 COWS Young cattle improved a little with stronger com- 12pm (fortnightly). 1 B.V. & G.A. Sibly, Woolamai 660.0kg 200.0 $1320.00 petition from graziers and processors. Grown steers Prime Sale - Wednesday, March 20 3 N. & G. Stollery, Hallston 706.7kg 200.0 $1413.33 and bullocks improved slightly. Heavy weight grown BULLOCKS 1 A. & C. Ball, Korumburra 605.0kg 198.6 $1201.53 heifers improved a little. Heavy Friesian steers 10 G.A. Clarke, Inverloch 746.0kg 296.6 2212.64 1 J. Van Eyk, Hazelwood South 810.0kg 192.0 $1555.20 gained 18c with strong competition on a few select 19 O’Loughlin Bros, Meeniyan 798.2kg 289.6 $2311.47 1 A. Filsell & E. Smith, Wonthaggi 825.0kg 192.0 $1584.00 pens while the crossbred portion improved 10c/kg. 12 S. & B. McLaren, Woodleigh Vale 706.7kg 287.0 $2028.13 1 Strathbrae Equity P/L, Inverloch 685.0kg 190.0 $1301.50 Heavy beef cows lifted slightly while lighter and 12 Woodleigh Park, Woodleigh Vale 723.8kg 287.0 $2077.16 leaner grades which represented the bulk of the of- 3 W.H. & C.L. Cashin, Inverloch 590.0kg 285.0 $1681.50 BULLS 1 W.J. Rees, Kongwak 900.0kg 239.0 $2151.00 fering kicked 10c to 15c/kg. Heavy bulls sold 25c/kg 14 J. Lyons, Inverloch 659.3kg 285.0 $1879.10 1 J. Rich & Partners, Walkerville 825.0kg 233.6 $1927.20 dearer for a better quality selection. STEERS 1 P. & C. Davis, Yarram 905.0kg 232.6 $2105.03 The limited selection of mostly light weight veal1 W.H. & C.L. Cashin, Inverloch 500.0kg 285.0 $1425.00 1 I. & R. Hengstberger, Stony Creek 845.0kg 224.6 $1897.87 ers sold from 223c to 265c/kg. A few yearling trade 11 J. & K. Honey, Nerrena 522.3kg 280.6 $1465.50 1 R. & J. Davidson, Binginwarri 805.0kg 223.6 $1799.98 steers made between 260c and 269c/kg. Yearling 2 Island Bay Ranch, Newhaven 512.5kg 279.6 $1432.95 1 G. Thomas, Gormandale 800.0kg 222.6 $1780.80 heifers to the trade sold between 230c and 286c/kg. Grown steers made from 265c to 285c/kg. Bullocks sold from 260c to 297c/kg. Heavy grown heifers made between 230c and 265c/kg. Heavy Friesian manufacturing steers sold between 180c and 245c with FARMERS can access spe- “Delivered over four consecutive held from 8pm to 9pm on the folthe sessions will cover lowing dates: the crossbred portion between 220c and 275c/kg. cialist advice on livestock weeks, four key areas of livestock man• April 1 – farm and stock wamanagement through dry including establishing ter supply; PRELIMINARY NOTICE conditions without leaving agement stock containment areas; manag• April 9 – livestock feeding home, thanks to a series of ing stock water supply; livestock and nutrition; and • April 15 – pasture recovery N.R. & S.S. Constantine (Property sold) phone seminars/webinars feeding and nutrition, and pasture recovery after rain,” she said. after rain. 230 Buffalo Stony Creek Rd, Buffalo being delivered by AgriThe presenters from AgriculFor further information or to MONDAY APRIL 15, 2019 ture Victoria include Ian Gamble register please go to: https://bit. culture Victoria. Producers can join the four, (stock containment areas), Clem ly/2CdWVX2. 10AM START If you are unable to register onone-hour evening sessions via Sturmfels (farm and stock water Neil Park their phone and/or computer, tablet supply), Garry Armstrong (live- line please phone Jo Cameron on 0408 515 117 or smartphone. Agriculture Victo- stock feeding and nutrition) and (03) 5355 0523 or 0419 832 704 David Piggin or email: jo.cameron@ecodev.vic. ria’s regional manager meat and Fiona Baker (pastures). 0418 553 016 www.sej.com.au Seminars are free and will be gov.au wool services, Jo Cameron said,

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Farming Insight Silage wrap recycling blitz POOWONG and District Landcare Group recently initiated a media campaign to remind farmers that silage wrap is a recyclable product and must not be burned or buried, and to rather take the wrap to transfer stations. Silage wrap must be uncontaminated, rope twine and net is not recyclable. Transfer stations at Koonwarra and Foster accept silage wrap for free if in Plasbac bags. There is an $11 charge for Bulka bags. Landcare said intake of silage wrap at transfer stations was increasing. Poowong Landcare vice president Wendy Davis said, “Some promising news on this subject is that three clever students at an English university have invented an edible silage wrap and won a handsome prize for this. “A company called Bionet.Agriculture Ltd was formed, but unfortunately so far as I can discover, this company no longer exists. Such a shame. Maybe someone out there has some information about this.”

ANGUS HEIFERS WANTED - 250kg plus - China Protocol - Delivery Mid April - TAGGING THIS WEEK $875 + GST

SEJ STEVENS EGAN JOHNSTON PTY LTD

Contact Paul Wilson 0407 865 202 or James Kyle 0427 826 491

DAIRY HERD DISPERSAL

CONTACT: TOM BROWNE

0417 493 263

VLE - LEONGATHA

THURSDAY, MAR 28, 2019 1000 Recycling effort: Mark Walters and Tilly with a load of Plasbac bags full of silage wrap on the way to a transfer station for recycling. He is president of the Poowong and District Landcare Group.

WONTHAGGI CLEARING SALE Farm Machinery, Tractors, Equipment & Sundries FRIDAY APRIL 12 AT 10AM A/C COL & JOE BOLDING, PROPERTY SOLD 465 HESLOPS RD, ST CLAIR VIA WONTHAGGI Due to the sale of the property, this is a complete clearing sale of all machinery and equipment of excellent quality and condition.

Terms: Number system will apply, Photo ID required; strictly cash, EFTPOS or cheque on day of sale; no buyers premium, GST where applicable, lunch and refreshments available

CLEARING SALE FRIDAY MARCH 29, 2019 10AM ON THE PROPERTY A/C J.W. KEMPER 400 SOLDIERS ROAD, LEONGATHA SOUTH Items include: Massey Ferguson 4255 95 hp tractor – 3300hrs, John Deere 1020 45 hp, Class 2650 disco plus mower, 6m 3 point linkage effluent agitator, 60Kva PTO Driven Generator, New Holland 275 square baler, New Holland 471 bale loader, Large Square Bale Hay Caps, Yeoman plough with Agro seed box, 6ft Howard rotary hoe,V-rake, rubber wheeled paddock roller approx. 12ft, Steel boiler paddock roller approx. 12ft, hay trailer holds 8 rolls, hay elevator, Hydraulic 3 point linkage hay forks, Trailing 1 tonne Super Spreader, 3 point linkage 500kg super spreader, 3 Tyne dozer ripper/pipe layer, roofed large square hay bale feeder on skids x 2, hay rings x 3, 3 point linkage 6ft grader blade, Assorted farm gates, 10” concrete culverts, calf troughs, tandem trailers x 2, bus shelter, antique onion harrows, Sunbeam shearing plant (complete),Assorted bulk scrap items, various workshop tools & sundries. Hay & Silage: approx. 200 rolls new seasons silage, approx. 121 rolls new seasons hay - Shedded, approx. 40 rolls last year's hay, 74 rolls of red soil Hay, 9 Squares 8x4x3 oaten Hay. All hay & silage will have feed test supplied on day of sale

Outside Vendors: Lyco post driver with auger,Yamaha 400CC 4WD 4 wheeler, milking plant & 2 x vats in working order, 3 x heat pump HWS, 3P.L. hyd. Chain round bale feeder, hyd. chain driven feed out cart, Kubota ZG 227 zero turn 54” 27HP current model – very good condition, 10PH Honda powdered pressure washer 2,000psi, 2 x Southern cross traveling irrigator 2.5” hose – 1 with hose 1 without, 12 lengths aluminium 4” x 8 metre irrigation pipes with Typhoon sprays & ass. fittings.

Outside Vendors Welcome Refreshments available, Buyers I.D. required, number system will operate, no buyer premium. Terms: Cheque or cash day of sale unless prior arrangements are made. Listing & photos on website: www.alexscott.com.au Click on Livestock, then Clearing Sales or Facebook: Alex Scott & Staff – Livestock

CATALOGUES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST, BUYER REGISTRATION PRIOR TO SALE, TRANSPORT IN ATTENDANCE, REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE.

KORUMBURRA ALEX DIXON - 0409 581 935 ROHAN MCRAE - 0417 836 664

CATTLE

1000

Starting at 10am

Buyers can attend this sale with confidence to buy well bred quality dairy cows, that are only being sold due to the dairy farm sale.

• 90Autumn calving cows & heifers • 160Winter/Spring calving cows • Holstein cows - small blend of Holstein x cows •AI bred history 50+ years • Closed herd • Herd tested periodically • av 8000L - 600kg solids • Low BMCC • Dairy Farm Sold • No known JD/EBL

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STORE SALE

This herd dispersal is one not to be missed! A fantastic 50 year history of AI breeding, which is backed by the top proven genetics. The Autumn cows are due to calve to Holstein AI Sires and the heifers to Jersey bull, for early April May calving. The Winter Spring calving cows are currently in milk, and due to Holstein AI Sires and later to Angus bull, for July to October calving.These cows are quiet, contented and display all great attributes to dairyness, with excellent udders, and achieving many quality milk awards.

VLE LEONGATHA SALEYARDS A/c Colin & Joe Bolding, Wonthaggi

WEDNESDAY MARCH 27 A/C J & S BURNS, TARWIN LOWER

45 GALBVIEH AND 15 ANGUS DELBVIEH X MIXED AGED COWS DEPASTURED TO GELBVIEH BULL FROM NOV 20, 2018 ONWARDS

Massey Ferguson 7616 "DynaVT" 4WD Tractor (2013) with cabin, 165Hp, approx. 2000hrs; Massey Ferguson 6465 "Dyna4" 4WD Tractor with MF898 F.E.L., cabin, 120Hp, approx. 6300hrs, with bucket & forks; Massey Ferguson 4235 4WD Tractor with cabin, approx. 3450hrs; M.F. 148 2WD Tractor; Mercedes truck with "Kuhn Knight 3060" Commercial SDL Feed mixer approx. 9m³; McIntosh MC900 Forage Wagon; M.F. Hesston 2846A Round Baler "Autocycle" 6x4 bales approx. 5-6000 bales, exc. cond.; Claas "Disco 3450" Hay mower, 8 disc; Pottinger twin rotor Hay rake; Herbst Tipper trailer, 14 tonne with twin underbody hoist & hydraulic tailgate; Duncan "MK3 Renovator" Seed Drill, 3mtr with harrows; Berends Pasture Topper, 3mtr; Berends "Growmaster 3600" aerator; Kuhn Rotera Pto 3pl; Colbern 11 Tyne aerator, 3mtr with discs; Gasprado Precision Planter 6 Row; Pasture Seeder 3mtr with roller; Pearson Slurry tanker "quickfill" approx. 12,000ltr; Ford 550 Backhoe/loader (Backhoe not working); Page 5ft Slasher; David Brown 5ft Graderblade; Celli Rotary hoe 2.9mtr; Paddock Roller 12ft; Hardy 600ltr Spray unit with 6mtr Boom; Trailing 2500ltr Spray unit with 10mtr Boom; Agromaster 3pm G52-800 Spreader, 800ltr twin spinner with hydraulic shut off; Wickwiper 3pl 10ft; 4 Disc plough; "Kverneland" 3 furrow moldboard plough; "V" Silage Cart; Carryall 10ft; Hay Trailer 5mtr; 2 x older hay trailers; Saw bench 3pl, pto belt drive with tungsten tip blade; Nelson grain Silo approx. 40tonne; Bauer Effluent pond stirrer, pto, 3pl; 4 wheel framed cow lifter; Stationary motor with high volume pump 11Hp; Briggs & Stratton Generator 16Hp; Old tandem trailer; Old milk vats: Sunbeam hair clippers cordless; Assort. cable & chains; Assort. elect fence equipment; Assort. poly fittings & poly pipe; Assort. scrap steel & metal; 2 x old cast iron coppers; 3 x Coppers; Saddles x 5; Cricket netting; Assort. tools, shovels etc; Other sundries too numerous to mention.

Monday 8th April at 10:30am

TO BE OFFERED KOONWARRA FAT SALE

Rohan McRae: 0417 836 664 Don Olden: 0417 805 312 Alex Dixon: 0409 581 935 Korumburra: 5658 1894 www.elders.com.au ID: CS000505 Elders Leongatha/Korumburra (view photos)

Further Information Contact: Richard Kirton 0467 573 382 Jos Kemper 0407 045 668

A/C HENGSTBERGER & LLOYD, PROPERTY SOLD, FISH CREEK (LANDMARK) 50 BB steers, 12-14 months 40 BB heifers, 12-14 months Vendor bred, weaned, grass fed, anti biotic free A/C TV & LM MOREING, BIBBENLUKE (LANDMARK) 15 Hereford steers, 14-16 months 40 Hereford steers, 10-12 months 25 Hereford heifers, 10-12 months A/C MA & MA SCANLON (ELDERS) 71 Angus steers, 12 months, weaned, Battersby blood, very quiet, grass fed only, antibiotic free A/C J & S BURNS, TARWIN LOWER (LANDMARK) 65 Gelbvieh x weaners A/C R & C DONAT, MARDAN (LANDMARK) 45 Angus steers, Landfall Infinity blood, 2 x 5in1, drenched 7/3, yard weaned, very quiet A/C R & V DOWEL, LEONGATHA SOUTH (SEJ) 40 Poll hereford steers, 12-14 months, Dectomax & Cobalex 2000 8/3, weaned December. A/C AJ. & BR. MOYLE (ALEX SCOTT ) 40 Angus steers, by Stud banquet bulls, 10-12 months, weaned and very well bred noted doing cattle A/C LOWANNA PROPERTIES, CATHCART (LANDMARK) 40 Angus heifers, 15-18 months A/C AA & FE BIRSS (LANDMARK) 15 Angus/Hereford x & Angus steers, 14-15 months, river Perry & Kunuma blood 20 Angus/Hereford x heifers, 14-15 months, unjoined, River Perry & Kunuma blood A/C C HEMPLE (ELDERS) 22 Angus steers, 20 months, East Gippsland bred 10 Angus & MG mix sex weaners A/C J FLINT, WILLUNG (LANDMARK) 20 mixed sex Angus x weaners A/C L & B BASTIN, TYERS (LANDMARK) 20 mixed sex Angus x weaners A/C T & J CRISTENSEN, GLENGARRY (LANDMARK) 15 Angus & BB steers, 10-12 months, yard weaned, very quiet A/C NICHOLLS & MACNEE, STRADBROKE (LANDMARK) 15 Angus heifers, Hazeldene & Kunuma blood A/C ID & NM KING, GLENGARRY (LANDMARK) 12 Angus & BB steers, 16-18 months, very quiet A/C JOSH FERGUSON, CALLIGNEE (LANDMARK) 10 Hereford/Angus x steers, 18 months A/C J&M AINSWORTH, STRADBROKE (ELDERS) 11 Angus steers, 8 months, Innisdale blood, very quiet A/C DC STEWART, BOMBALA (LANDMARK) 8 Charolais x steers, 15 months A/C P&I CORRIGAN (ELDERS) 40 Angus/Friesian and Friesian steers, 2 years A/C D & T WILSON, STRADFORD (ELDERS) 8 x 9 Angus cows, 3rd calvers with 4 month old calves at foot, rejoined 2 months 15 x 15 Angus cows, 3rd & 4th calvers with 4 month old calves at foot, rejoined 2 months A/C T & E ALGIE, TRARALGON (LANDMARK) 14 x 14 Angus cows & calves, Leawood blood A/C J & F HAWKINS, LONGFORD (ELDERS) 5 x 5 Angus cows with char x calves at foot 5 x 5 Hereford heifers with calves at foot A/C LOWANNA PROPERTIES, CATHCART (LANDMARK) 7 x 7 angus heifers, with 1st caf A/C NICHOLLS & MACNEE, STRADBROKE (LANDMARK) 24 Angus cows, PTIC to comm CLV 1/6/19 onwards A/C LEITH FARMS (ELDERS) 2 Angus bulls, Rising 2 years 5662 4033 0429 050 349

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INVERLOCH

Position Vacant FULL TIME OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR We are seeking a person to work in an exciting role across all aspects of real estate, incorporating sales, rentals, front of house and office duties in our very busy Inverloch office. This position is to cover long term maternity leave however there is potential for the role to be ongoing. All enquiries strictly confidential. For further information contact: Jo Ginn – Director – 0417 552 642 or joginn@alexscott.com.au

CASUAL SALESPERSON REQUIRED FOR OUR LEONGATHA STORE We seek a motivated person with sales experience and a history of customer service. Resumés can be: Dropped in to Panthers Mensland, Leongatha. Posted to 20 McCartin Street, Leongatha 3953. Email panther@gippsland.net au Attention Stefica Deacon

Account + Social Media Director

Positions Vacant Gippsland PHN works at a regional level to achieve improved whole of system health care. We work with general practice, allied health, hospitals and other primary and community health providers; to drive, support and strengthen primary health in Gippsland to meet the needs of local communities. We are consumer focused and established to reduce fragmentation of care by integrating and coordinating health services and supporting general practice. We leverage and administer health program funding from a variety of sources to commission flexible services to realise our vision of a measurably healthier Gippsland.

We currently have two non-clinical part time, fixed term career opportunities available in Wonthaggi:

Regional Services Officer

Join one of regional victoria’s leading brand + communications agencies in the role of Account and Social Media Director. To learn more, go to seenagency.com.au/careers

Applications close April 12, 2019

Position Vacancies Bass Coast Health

This part-time (0.8FTE) position will ensure the delivery of outcomes for commissioned services and projects. A key aspect of this role will be enabling a place based approach to improving health outcomes, providing a high level of project and contract management, and utilising monitoring and evaluation skills across a broad range of health providers.

Bass Coast Health is seeking applications for the following positions:

Suicide Prevention Officer – Bass Coast

RN Division 1 Fixed-Term, Part-Time 40 hours per fortnight

This part-time (0.6FTE) position will support the implementation of the Gippsland Place Based Suicide Prevention Program. The program aims to maximise a collective effort and investment, which will facilitate a systematic, coordinated approach to suicide prevention, with sites supported to implement proven suicide prevention interventions.

McGrath Breast Care Nurse Consultant Emergency/SSU/HDU RN1 Fixed-Term, Part-Time – ASAP to September 2019 RN1 Permanent Part-Time 1.4 EFT available

Elective Surgery Access Coordinator RN Division 1 Permanent Part-Time 64 hours per fortnight

We offer attractive remuneration with salary packaging, flexible working environments, a great organisational culture and the chance for you to make a real difference to the health outcomes in our community. We are looking for committed, passionate, agile staff, with an aptitude and willingness to learn. Strengths in communication, project and contract management, and quality improvement are highly regarded.

Allied Health Assistant – Social Support & Activity Program Permanent Part-Time 38 to 45.6 hours per fortnight (negotiable) For full position details, a position description and how to apply, please contact Human Resources – email pat.grasby@basscoasthealth.org.au

Applications Close 5pm Thu 04 April 2019 If this sounds like you; visit our careers page online for full details on how to apply:

www.gphn.org.au/about-us/careers

Spoiler alert: car enthusiast Adam Trotto completed his motor mechanic apprenticeship with Leongatha Toyota and Honda and now looks forward to continuing to develop his skills amongst other areas within the business.

Adam goes the extra mile MOTOR enthusiast Adam Trotto from Leongatha Toyota and Honda is going the extra mile to help with all your motoring needs and queries as he approaches his fifth year at the local workshop. Starting out as a motor mechanic apprentice, Mr Trotto recently made the leap into a service advisor role. When asked why he wanted to pursue a job as a motor mechanic, Mr Trotto said “I’ve always liked cars – in school we had classes in welding, woodwork and automotive. I really enjoyed automotive so I went that way.” The car and bike lover - who owns his own Toyota four wheel drive and dirt bike - completed his apprenticeship in a commendable two and a half years as opposed to the standard three to four years by working during the day at Leongatha Honda and Toyota, and completing night study at Leongatha’s Federation Training. “I handed in my resume to Leongatha Toyota and Honda and was put on as an apprentice. I think it’s good to approach an employer which demonstrates that you are proactive,” Mr Trotto said. Apprentices start out as a general mechanic but opportunities to take on other roles within the department exist, including the role of foreman, service manager, technical advisor and service advisor. Mr Trotto said the work was physical but that suited him, especially in winter as the mechanics were inside and out of the cold. “You do hard work, so it’s important to have an interest in cars and some understanding as cars

these days have lots of parts,” he said. “But it is rewarding, especially when you diagnose a problem and are able to fix it. It’s great helping people who are experiencing car problems.” Mr Trotto recommended to anyone considering a career as a motor mechanic to study automotive as a subject in Year 11 and 12, as it he felt it was a massive advantage to him to have some prior knowledge before jumping into an apprenticeship. “Around this area I would recommend an apprenticeship. You can get a job anywhere, especially as a mechanic,” he said. As of late last year, Mr Trotto began working as a service advisor, making all the repair orders for the day, organising bookings and managing the workshop, as well as being the face of the company and directly dealing with customers. “The perks of the role I’m in now include that I get to talk to a lot of people, which I enjoy,” Mr Trotto said. The small dealership means that all staff work closely together, so having good rapport between the team and customers is essential for the growth of the business. Mr Trotto said he hopes to go into management down the track and continue to learn and develop in his trade.

Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator

Administration Assistant

Full Time Ongoing

We have an exciting Administration Assistant’s role available for approx 20 hours per week to assist the administration team with all facets of Office administration, your roll will be: • Data entry of invoices • Filing and record keeping • IT support • General reporting Strong computer skills and accurate data entry are prerequisites. Demonstrated capability and experience in an administrative roll is preferable and highly advantageous. Please forward resume to admin@goldsmith.com.au

South Gippsland Water is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and feel valued and supported. • Looking for a role in which you can make a real difference? • Do you have a keen interest in the sciences and maths coupled with an analytical mind? • Looking for a balance between office and the outdoors? Located in idyllic South Gippsland, with beautiful beaches and National Parks on your doorstep, you will have the best of the South Gippsland and Bass Coast region close by. Female applicants are encouraged to apply, prospective applicants are encouraged to visit www.sgwater.com.au for a copy of the Position Description and information on how to apply. For enquiries about the role contact Bree Wiggins on 03 5682 0410. For general employment enquiries contact People and Culture on 03 5682 0467. Applications close 10 am Tuesday 2nd April 2019

Shop Manager Part time – 24.5 hours a week

GROW LIGHTLY GREEN GROCER Not-for-profit – locally grown food 25 Commercial St, Korumburra For position description, email info@growlightly.com.au Applications close 5 April.

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GRADER / MACHINE OPERATOR Required Minimum 5 years experience. Must be reliable and able to work unsupervised. Based Tarwin Lower Contact Dave 0438 056 987

SHARE-FARMER POSITION YARRAM DISTRICT

To milk 280 cows Share-farmer to supply most of herd 18 aside swing-over dairy 33Ha lateral shift irrigation Commence 1st July Phone 5185 1392 or 0427 515 660

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

QUALIFIED or EXPERIENCED CABINET MAKER An opportunity exists for a suitably qualified person to join our Kitchens Production team. You will need to have experience in all aspects of cabinet construction, with an eye for detail and the ability to work unsupervised. The successful applicant will need to be punctual, reliable and be able to work in a busy team environment. Applications close Friday April 12th 2019 and should be forwarded to Peter Sheerin via email to peter.sheerin@cv-bp.com.au

MOTEL RECEPTIONIST Daytime work, Part-time or Casual Reliable receptionist required to be responsible for the operation of the front office of a motel for both regular shifts of 6 to 8 hours twice per week and occasional ad hoc shifts of 2-3 hours. Up to 20 hours regular work per week available, although occasional additional hours may be required. Motel Reception or other accommodation booking experience preferred. Candidates must have sound computer skills and have verifiable customer service experience. Experience with customer and supplier accounts an advantage. Please email your CV to leongathamotel@dcsi.net.au No telephone applications please

CASUAL MOTEL HOUSEKEEPERS/CLEANERS Housekeepers/Cleaners required for regular weekday morning motel housekeeping work. Shift availability will vary depending on motel occupancy but can be expected to range from 6 to 15 hours per week (with more hours and weekend work required occasionally). Shift duration can vary from 2 to 5 hours, with shifts arranged the night prior by SMS. Motel, caravan park or holiday home cleaning experience preferred. Candidates must be reliable and energetic to cope with the demands of the job. Applicants should be prepared to undergo a Police Check. Please phone Leongatha Motel on 5662 2375

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TOTAL VALUE OF ITEMS PER ADVERT MUST NOT EXCEED $50 AIR CONDITIONER. Portable. Heat/Cool. ideal for beach house, man cave, garage or house. Excellent condition. $40. Ph. 0408 173 898. TV. Soniq. 23inch. LED LCD Flat screen. Remote control. As new. $50. Ph. 0407 302 757. CARGO BARRIER. To suit Holden Commodore Station Wagon. $40. Ph. 0487 814 628. DESK. Roll top. Pine. 4 drawers. 1050Wx4450Dx1200H. $50. Ph. 0487 814 628. FOWLERS JARS. Size 12. Ph. 0427 313 890. ARM CHAIRS. x2. Upholstered maroon covered vinyl. Excellent visitors chairs. $50. Ph. 0488 999 005. FLY WIRE DOORS. x3. Grey. 81cmx193cm. Left hand. Very good condition. $45. Ph. 0439 578 184. CAMERA AND CASE. Kodak brownie 127 camera. Nikon case, film and tripod. $50 the lot. Ph. 0488 999 005. 5 SPEAKER HOME THEATRE SET. working order, 11 years old. $20. Ph 0400 822 079. PORTABLE AIRCONDITIONER. Altise Omega Heat/Cool. With remote control. Excellent condition. $50. Ph. 0408 173 898. CARGO BARRIER. Ford Territory. No mounting bolts. $50. Ph. 0490 343 513. DRIVING LIGHTS. HID 8 inch. Complete with cables. New. $50. Ph. 0490 343 513. BED HEAD. Queen. Wooden frame with fabric backing. Good condition. $40. Ph. 0411 891 896. ROOFING NAILS. 8kg. $40. Ph. 5662 4565. SINGLE DOOR. Steel Locker. $50. Ph. 5662 4565. KETTLEBELLS x 2. 8kg each. $10 pair. Ph. 0429 803 440. TEST MATCH GAME. Crown & Andrews. $10. Ph. 0429 803 440. MINI BASKETBALL. Spalding ring with ball over door. $25. EC.Ph. 0429 803 440. BOOKS. Royal book of the Queen Mother, Princess Diana, Kings and Queens of England. $40 each. Ph. 5672 4872. COMPUTER DESK. 120x60cm. Teak finish. Very good condition. $30. Ph. 0427 444 601. CAMPING STOVE. Gas. 2 burner. New in box. $40. Ph. 0427 444 601. ANTIQUE DRESSER. Oak. Without mirror. Needs work. $40. Ph. 0407 444 051. SOCCER TABLE. 1mx5m. $50. Ph. 0433 776 369. TV CABINET. Large. Modern. Low boy. Dark wood. S/S legs and handles. $30. Ph. 0402 246 765. GEORGE FOREMAN LEAN MEAN GRILLING MACHINE. Electric non stick. Hardly used. $25. Ph. 0414 948 392. BUNK BED. Disassembled. In new condition. Timber ends with steel base. $50. Ph. 0412 484 334. BAR STOOLS. x5. Wooden. Excellent condition. $50. Toora. Ph. 0409 426 315. COMPETITION KITE. 2m wing span. Very good condition. $30. Toora. ph. 0409 426 315. SKATEBOARD. Ripstick. Never used. $45. Ph. 5662 3556. TV. Samsung. 22”. Hardly used. $40. Ph. 0478 746 087. COMPUTER DESK. With pull out keyboard shelf. Pine colour. 1.2x0.6m. $30. ph. 0407 444 051. DRESSER. Antique oak. Needs work. Without mirror. $30. Ph. 0407 444 051. PORTABLE GAS COOKER. New. 2 burner. $50. ph. 0427 444 601. TAP SHOES. Tan. Sansha brand. Size M. As new. $25. Ph. 0429 688 206. ROLL TOP DESK. Pine. Excellent condition. $50 ono. Foster. Ph. 0407 569 891.

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AUSTRALIAN Pioneer wooden cot, good condition, $100. Ph: 0419-795660. CHESNEY Kampa, fibreglass 4x4 offroad construction. Push up roof with bed out each end, 3m x 2.2m, $1,900. Matilda slide on pop top camper, fibreglass, 1250 bed over cab, scissor lift jacks, solar panels, great condition $9,000. Slide on camper pop top windup roof, Happi Jacks, 1.5m bed over cab, insulated and cladded, 2.2 x 1.9, $3,500. Swift Craft fibreglass 1500 boat, 50hp Mercury 500 blue, Garmin fish finder, good trailer, needs a clean, $900. Slide on tradies box, aluminium, gas lift doors, 2m x 1.7m, rear lights, roof rack, light weight, $1,300. Tri axle big boat trailer, needs TLC. Paid $2,400, now $2,000. Dehavlin alumimium boat and trailer, 25hp Mercury, registered. Needs a good clean up, 4.3m centre console, $750. Ph: 0490-803407.

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BORDER COLLIE pups for sale, 3xM, 6xF, $600 firm. Wormed, vet checked, vaccinated and microchipped. Ready to go April 1, loving homes only. Make excellent pets or working dogs. 956 00000 7852047, 956 00000 7897263, 956 00000 7882225, 956 00000 7889174, 956 00000 7883035, 956 00000 7893477, 956 00000 7895378, 956 00000 7852521, 956 00000 7851011. Phone 0412-993361. BULLS for hire or for sale. Friesian, Angus, Hereford, Limo or Jersey. All sound young bulls. Hire or sale. Phone 0447-331762.

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SMITH - Lorraine Joy. The family of Lorraine Smith would like to express their appreciation to the staff of SGH and PCAC for their care and compassion during Mum’s last few years. The doctors at FMC, especially Dr Mike Fitzgerald who went above and beyond, Handley Funeral Directors, Rev Ross Stanford, the community of the Tarwin Lower Church and the members of the Pound Creek Fire Brigade for making Mum’s funeral a wonderful celebration of her life. Thank you to everyone who sent flowers, cards and condolence messages. Thank you all. Marion, Jennifer, Neil and Daryl.

Cherished great-aunty of Nathan, Claire, Luke, Cass and Bridgette. Dimsey Family. Loved aunty of Andrew and Anna, Lesley, Robyn and Brett, John and David. Much loved and adored great-aunty and greatgreat-aunty to many. McLean Family. Lovingly remembered. Forever in our hearts.

LARKIN - Leah. Our beloved Nana. We loved you so very much. You never forgot a birthday, and we loved spending our Christmases together, for as long as we can remember. Together again in the arms of her beloved Paw. Love Brad, Nat, Kinesha and Mackenna.

Dad, You are one in a million. The ache in my heart will never go away. You taught us all so much with your values, determination and outlook on life which will continue to shine through in all of us in the years to come. We love you and miss you so much. Love Brooke, Cameron, Taylah, Kyle and Jhett. xxxx

WILLIAMS - Kevin John. Noreen and family would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and care, cards, phone calls and flowers. Special thanks to Leongatha Health Care and Koorooman House staff for care given to Kevin, Handley Funeral Services, celebrant Jo Fennell and RSL, thank you for your thoughtful care to Kevin’s family. Please accept this as our personal thanks.

in memoriam JOHNSTON - Sonya. 10.09.73 - 28.03.89 KENNEDY - Sarah. 1.10.73 - 28.03.89 In loving memory of two beautiful young ladies, they remain forever young, forever loved, forever in our hearts. Coral, Terry, Angela, Penelope, Fraise, their families. McARTHUR - William John Colin. 14.9.25 - 28.3.18 We go about our daily lives knowing someone is missing. Dearly loved husband of Glenda and dear dad of Geoffrey, Yvonne, Russell and Phillip, and their families. Pop’s gone fishing.

deaths BEAUMONT - Cody. 24.9.1997 - 17.3.2019 Tragically, result of car accident in USA. Loved grandson of Ken and Faye, nephew of Jason/Mel; Chris/ Donna, cousin of Ella, Tyson, Shari; Bryce, Briana. Taken way too early. Fond memories. DIMSEY Jane Eleanor. 27.04.1948 - 20.03.2019 Passed away peacefully at Leongatha. Loved daughter of Ralph (dec) and Marjory (dec). Treasured sister to Ian (dec) and Ann. Sisterin-law of Josephine, Graham (dec) and Andy (dec). Much loved aunty of Stephen, Brian and Moreyn, and Lisa and Mark.

HALL - Bernard Graeme (Bernie). 22.03.1957 - 18.03.2019 Passed away while watering his much loved garden. Loved son of Gladys and Bill (dec). Adored father and almost father-in-law of Jemma and Tim. Lifelong friend to Rhonda and Tami. A knight in shining armour to all of us. JAMES - Rachael. 01.10.1928 - 23.03.2019 Passed away peacefully at Prom Country House Foster. Loved wife of Stanley (dec). Loved Mum of Michael and Angelita, Russell and Robin, Heather and John. Forever in our hearts. Please see Handley Funeral Service Leongatha’s website for Funeral details. KOS - Stjpan (Steve). Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 20, 2019. Aged 83 Years. Loved and loving husband of Carmen for 59 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Gina, Stef and Rod. Adored Pa of Tyler and Danielle. Sadly missed. LARKIN - Margaret “Leah”. Passed away peacefully on March 22, 2019. Dearly loved wife of Frank (dec). Loving mother of Alexa and Nadine. Mother-in-law of Bill and John. Nana to Brad, Craig, Steven, Luke and Sarah. Great grandmother to Nicholas, Brooke, Kinesha, Mackenna, Gemma, Bianca and Keely. Always in our hearts. Loved Mum of Alexa, mother-in-law of Bill. Nan of Brad and Nat, Craig and Bec and Steve. Great Nan of Nick and Brooke, Kinesha and Mackenna, Gemma, Bianca and Keely. Forever in our hearts. We think of you in silence and make no outward show, But what it meant to lose you, no one else will know. Love you always Nadine and John Barbuto, Luke and Allison, Sarah and Sam.

PRITCHARD - Kerry James Cornell. 12.12.1945 - 21.03.2019 Died Suddenly. Partner to Barbara. Brother to Geoff and Gail. Son to Athol and Vi (both dec). Loved by his family and admired by his community. Please see Herald Sun for Funeral details.

Dad, You may be gone but you are forever in our hearts, thanks for unconditional love and support, the best dad, father-in-law, poppie, anyone could ever ask for. Clive it’s been an absolute privilege to have walked by your side, thanks for the great times, much love always from Caine, Nicole, Clancee and Tommy. xxxx RIP Spanka, Luv ya mate. Brendan. xx

PRITCHARD - Kerry. Esteemed member of Leongatha Rotary Club, Past President, Paul Harris Fellow and wonderful community contributor, sadly missed by all. Our deepest condolences to partner Barb Fleming and family. SALMON - Clive Leslie. 26.04.1954 - 19.03.2019 Passed away peacefully at Leongatha Hospital, surrounded by his beautiful family. Much loved husband of Jan. Loved Dad and Dadin-law of Brooke and Cameron, Caine and Nicole, Brendan, Kasie and Rumpy. Cherished Poppie to Taylah, Kyle, Jhett, Jemma, Clancee, Georgia, Madison and Tommy. Sadly missed and forever in our hearts. SALMON - Clive Leslie. 26.4.1954 - 19.3.2019 What an amazing fight you have fought and I couldn’t be any prouder of you. Yes, it’s been extremely tough watching you fade away to this hideous disease but you took it on the chin and dealt with it. There were lots and lots of tears, very special moments and conversations. I know that you will always be guiding me through the rest of my life’s journey without you. You were my first and only love and soul mate. You were 17, I was 14 way back in 1971 and it was meant to be. Our love for each other helped us through some tough times. I also know that you couldn’t be any prouder of the beautiful family we created. I was so honoured to call you my husband. Love you forever and a day beautiful man. Jan (Tiprat) xxxx

Dad, Words cannot describe the heartache that we are feeling right now. We are so thankful that we were super lucky ones that got to call you Dad / Poppie. Thank you for all you taught us, for the unconditional love and support. We love you so much and will miss you immensely. Love Ace, Rumpy, Jem, Georgia and Madison. SALMON - Clive Leslie. Passed away peacefully on March 19 after a courageous battle. Youngest son of Claude and Joan (both dec). Brother of Graeme and Narelle, Brian and friend to Joy, Ian and Sally, Heather and Rod, and their families. Taken too soon, will be sadly missed. SALMON - Clive Leslie. Dearly loved youngest brother of Graeme. Brother-in-law of Narelle. Loved uncle to Michelle and Ash, Karlie and Kurt, Tim and Heather, and great uncle to their children. A true champion, never to be forgotten. SALMON - Clive. Passed on March 19. My only son-in-law and the very best. Forever remembered. Grannie. SALMON - Clive. We would like to express our sincere condolences to Jan and family on the loss of Clive. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. From the MDUFNC Committee and members. SALMON - Clive. So many memories and great times had, Clive it was such a joy to work with you mate. We will miss our laughs and your infectious grin. Our thoughts are with you all, R.I.P. mate. x From all the team at Leongatha Rural Supplies.

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SALMON - Clive Leslie. Past player, Captain, Coach, President, Secretary, Committee member, Junior Coach, Team of the Century member and Life member of the Nerrena Cricket Club for 51 years. Clive you were a true gentleman off the field and a fierce competitor on it. We will all remember your final trip to Nerrena two weeks ago, when you were the proudest Dad in the world. An esteemed member of our club, you were one of a kind with a heart of gold and so very proud to be a Red Cap, we all loved you. Thank you for an outstanding contribution to the Nerrena Cricket Club. Our heartfelt sympathy to your loving family, Jan, Brooke, Caine, Brendan, Kasie and families and to Grubby, Ernie, Curly, Heather and families. Rest peacefully Champion. SALMON - Clive. From kicking the dew as kids, to meets up bush later days, Only ever good or great days.. I salute what you brought, Then how you fought.. RIP No. 23.. Barney. SALMON - Clive. A special friendship. ‘Lighten Up’ Keith and Pat. SALMON - Clive. The Leongatha & District Cricket Association cricket family wishes to express our sympathies to Jan and the entire Salmon family at Clive’s passing. Clive was a respected, admired player and umpire as recognised by being awarded Life Memberships of both the LDCA and its Umpire Association.

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funerals HALL - The Funeral Service to Celebrate the Life of Mr Bernard Graeme (Bernie) Hall will be held at our Leongatha Chapel, corner of South Gippsland Highway and Bellinham Street, Leongatha on FRIDAY, March 29, 2019 commencing at 11.30am. Private Cremation.

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By Brad Lester HOME and community care clients in South Gippsland Shire will be serviced by a new provider from next Monday, April 1. The company mecwacare will take over the provision of home and community care (HACC) services from South Gippsland Shire Council. The company has opened an office in Inverloch to provide HACC, Commonwealth Home Support Program, Home and Community Care Program for Younger People, National Disability Insurance Scheme and Private Care services. All governmentfunded clients formerly receiving services from

funerals KOS - The Funeral of Mr Stjpan (Steve) Kos will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Commercial Road, Morwell on TUESDAY, March 26, 2019 commencing at 11.30am. At the conclusion of Prayers the Funeral will leave for the Hazelwood Cemetery. Latrobe Valley Funeral Services Moe Morwell Traralgon Morwell 5134-4937

council will now have their services provided by mecwacare. South Gippsland Shire Council thanked clients in an advertisement on page 14 of today’s Star. A council spokesperson said clients would expect to receive the same level of service from mecwacare. Some former council staff have been employed by mecwacare. Council will pay redundancy payments to at least 30 staff, at a cost of up $70,000, at an average of $23,333. An orientation session was held at the new office last week for all new staff, including those moving across to mecwacare from council roles. The Star asked mecwacare how many former council staff it employed, in which roles, and how pay and conditions compared to that offered by council. A mecwacare spokesperson did not answer the questions but said it offers generous salary packaging benefits and flexible work arrangements, with an ongoing learning culture and supportive team environment. Volunteers who

also worked with council will join the company and deliver meals on wheels to clients. Council decided to exit HACC services as a result of the Federal Government’s decision to introduce competition into the provision of services. On April 1, 2019, the government appointed mecwacare to provide these services in South Gippsland Shire. Cr Andrew McEwen told council last Wednesday he has concerns about the new model of delivery of aged services. In his statement in council’s Proposed Budget 201920, mayor Cr Don Hill said, “Council is committed to ensuring a smooth exit from the program and to limit any negative impacts on our geographically isolated residents. To that end, the budget includes an allowance of $250,000 to enable the current level of services to continue up to June 30, 2020. “Council has also agreed to fund an ongoing positive ageing officer to support our elderly and vulnerable people.”

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LARKIN - A Funeral Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs Margaret “Leah” Larkin will be offered at St Laurence’s Catholic Church, Ogilvy Street, Leongatha on FRIDAY, March 29, 2019 commencing at 1.30pm. The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for the Leongatha Lawn Cemetery.

SALMON - A Memorial Service to Celebrate the Life of Clive Leslie Salmon will be held at the Grandstand Complex, Leongatha Recreation Reserve, Roughead Street, Leongatha TODAY, Tuesday, March 26, 2019 commencing at 1pm. Private Cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gippsland Southern Health Service. Envelopes will be available at the Service.

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Team achievement: Westernport was the Section 3 runner Wonthaggi winners: the Section 3 winners were Ryan Car- up. Pictured from left, Stephanie Liberman, Coco Hosken, gill, Luke Bramley, Will Johnson, Jack Howard Grutt and Amelia Crooks, Evie Say and Chelsea Webber. Absent: Westernport champs: the Section 4 winners were Hayden Grace Crozier. Lucy Cargill. Schmidt, Jessica Jacobs, Ysabella Gracie and Max Taylor.

Section 1: Phillip Island’s Astro Evans, Michael Furniss, Pennant: Westernport’s Tully Dickie, Hugh Webber and Connor Mitchell, Kristos Kossena and Cailen Lone were the Top job: the Section 2 winners were Westernport’s Flynn Flynn McMahon congratulated Wonthaggi premiers Micah winners and the runners up were Inverloch’s Joe Simpson, Peters, Edward Wines, Abby Papas, Sarah Wines, Tamika Condron and Jesse Condron. Peters and Lara Standish. Aidan Finnegan, Lachlan Watson and Wesley Morgan.

Wonthaggi celebrate pennant win THE Korrine District Junior Tennis Association grand final was held on the weekend at Wonthaggi and Inverloch tennis courts. All players displayed great skill and sportsmanship; a real credit to all the juniors, their parents and clubs. A sprinkling of rain caused some brief halts to play but all sections completed their matches with some very close results.

Results:

Pennant: Wonthaggi Deucebags 3 - 27 defeated Westernport Blue 2 – 19, Section 1: Phillip Island 4 - 45 defeated Inverloch Black 4 – 39, Section 2: Westernport 6 - 43 defeated Phillip Island Blue 1 – 30, Section 3: Wonthaggi 7 - 47 defeated Westernport 1 – 22, Section 4:

Westernport 4 - 25 defeated Wonthaggi 4 – 22.

Well done: Wonthaggi’s Section 4 team was the runner up.

Second: the Section 2 runners up were Phillip Island’s Felix Bathgate, Levi Boost, Lucy Dean, Lucas White and Poppy Marshall.

Hard work: the Mirboo North netballers enjoyed a HIIT session as part of their preseason recently.

Give it a go: join in the parkrun experience in Mirboo North on April 27 at 7.45am.

Parkrun heading to Mirboo North Training hard THANKS to the support of the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation and the Mirboo North and District Community Bank, the community has received the funding to be able to launch a parkrun in Mirboo North. The official launch day will be on Saturday, April 27, at 7:45am at the entry to the Rail Trail, behind the hardware store. Across the world on Saturday mornings, free volunteer-led events are organised every week. All parkruns are free, timed,

five kilometre events that take place at more than 1800 locations around the world every weekend they are socially-focussed events with an emphasis on fun and fitness that are coordinated entirely by local volunteers. It is not a race, with the emphasis on participation rather than performance. Friendship, community cohesion, mutual support, access to open space and the open air, skill development and personal and professional empowerment are just some of the reasons why participation in parkrun can lead to improved mental and physical health and happiness. You can run, jog or walk the course.

You can push a pram or walk your dog. parkrun will enhance many of the benefits we already enjoy from living in this vibrant local community. The best thing about parkrun is that it is such an inclusive event. What really stands out is the number of older members of the community participating by volunteering, running or walking. Mirboo North will also be running two trial events which are a chance for the volunteers to learn the ropes, test the new course and all the timing equipment out before the official launch. Anyone from the community is very welcome to come along to either participate, have a look at

the volunteer roles available or just show support. The small local committee has been overwhelmed with the support received from local community groups, the Grand Ridge Rail Trail CoM, the South Gippsland Shire Council and of course the Foundation and Community Bank. A wonderful team of volunteers is already excited at the prospect of volunteering or participating in parkrun in Mirboo North. If you would like to find out more information about parkrun and how to get involved, please send an email to the Gippsland parkrun ambassador kate.lewton@parkrun.com.

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THE Mirboo North Football Netball Club netballers just keep putting in the hard yards this preseason with a spin class followed by an intensive HIIT

session on Tuesday night. A big shout out to Voyage Fitness Leongatha, which sponsors the team through free sessions and with match day awards throughout the season.

Power ready for round four The match is set to be played GIPPSLAND Power will take on the Dandenong on Saturday, March 30. Beginning at 5.15pm, the teams Stingrays in round four of will battle it out at the Morwell the NAB girls’ league. Recreation Reserve.

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SPORT | BOWLS Buffalo indoor Wednesday, March 20 AT Buffalo 13 bowlers met and played three games of eight ends. Skippers were swapped after each game and bowlers’ skills were tested as the kitty was not centred but left where it landed. There were some challenging ends as kitty was either on the edge or back corner of the mat. In the first game Charlie Tumino, Joyce Occhipinti and Joy Dyson scored on seven of the eight ends to beat Bill Wolswinkel, Gary Stirling and Carolyn Benson 11-1. On mat two a closer result with Toni Heldens, Stephen and Danah Suckling and Illene Tiziani just beat Joe Occhipinti, Peter Tiziani and Mary Tumino 6-4. In the second game a second win for Toni, Stephen, Danah and Illene by winning over Charlie, Joyce and Joy 10-4. A drawn game between Mary, Peter and Joe, and Gary, Carolyn and Bill 8-all. In the third game Danah, Illene, Stephen and Toni continued to bowl well and recorded an easy win over Carolyn, Gary and Bill 13-5. On the other mat Mary, Peter and Joe had their second win beating Joyce, Charlie and Joy 8-5. The night’s winners were Toni, Stephen, Danah and Illene (WWW) 15 ends; second Joe, Peter and Mary (LWW) 10 ends; third Charlie, Joyce and Joy (WLL) 12 ends; fourth Bill, Gary and Carolyn (LWW) nine ends. An enjoyable night of bowling at Dumbalk at the Mardan Opening Night.

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Social bowls Wednesday, 7.30pm at the Buffalo hall. All welcome.

Fish Creek CLUB Championships are now complete. This week, the club congratulates Linda Heywood and Bronwyn Williams who won through as Club Champions and then progressed through the ranks to achieve Champions of Champions. Congratulations ladies, everyone is very proud of you. A full list of congratulations will be proffered to the other Club Champions when reporting on presentation night which is to be held on casserole night, May 3. For the diary: Summer Triples will take place this Thursday, March 28. All interested parties should confirm a place with Tim McLean or Ferbie as soon as possible. The annual general meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 14, at 7pm. This is to be held at the clubrooms. Lindsay, Anne and Tony Williams Day will be held on April 7, starting at 9.30am. Dress in uniform and the day will be a catered lunch. For further information, or to book a spot, please contact Tim McLean 0419 540 901.

Mardan THIS week, Mardan had its opening tournament at the Dumbalk Hall. The event was well supported by the district clubs as we had six mats down. The turns up for the

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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night were the improvers or wooden spooners. This team comprised of Cliff Smith, skip Eileen Tiziani, second and Mary Tomino as lead. This team managed to win only six ends out of a possible 24. They were presented with a little prize for their work so they did not go home empty handed. This was a strange result for such a gun team. The winning team with three wins and 15 ends with 15 shots up was lead by Peter Stapleton, Mark Taylor played second and Dana Sucking was third the team was skipped by Mardan’s irrepressible Nick Rutjens. The runners up also had three wins but with 13 ends with 16 shots up being defeated by the number of ends rather than shots up. This team comprised of Connie Occapinti as lead with Charlie Tyers playing second with our champion bowler Vito Serafino from Mardan club as skipper. The club had a monster supper and the raffles followed the theme of Easter with plenty of chocolate prizes and hot crossed buns and chocolate for the team prizes. Everyone buzzed off home after packing and washing up. That’s all for this week, the club will see you next week at Mardan as usual. RG.

Incredible team: back from left, Trish McCormack, Elaine White, Faye Turner, Marj Pearson, Strzelecki Bowls Region president Pam Cameron, Glenda Trotman, Rosa James, Dot Jarvis, Gwen Williams, Joy Todd, front from left, Jo Runciman, Sue Symmons, Jenny Miller and Liz Beale celebrated Leongatha Division 1’s amazing win at the Strzelecki Bowls Region final on Tuesday, March 19.

Leongatha named region champion FOLLOWING on from its South Gippsland Bowls Division 1 victory on March 5, the Leongatha Bowls Club became the Strzelecki Bowls Region Division 1 champions last Tuesday, March 19. The team of 12 ladies competed against Drouin – the winners of the West Gippsland Division 1 competition. The final was played at Tar-

win Lower Bowls Club. Leongatha won by 40 shots, not needing to complete the rinks before claiming the title. There are 16 regions in the state and now Leongatha will head to Moama on May 6 to take on these regions in the State Regional Pennant Championships. Three seasons ago, the Leongatha Division 1 team won its first South Gippsland division

premiership in 37 years. Winning the Strzelecki Bowls Region Division 1 final shows the extraordinary effort each member has contributed to the team. On top of this incredible result, Leongatha Division 1 was sitting sixth on the pennant ladder just six weeks out from finals and managed to turn the season around to bring home wonderful

success for the club. Barnstorming into the finals, the team won both the Division and Region finals by a whopping 40 shots. The Strzelecki Bowls Region is the top tier of governance comprising South Gippsland Division and West Gippsland Division and so to win the Strzelecki Bowls Region grand final is a great achievement.

Top pairs compete CHAMPION Pairs, which was the last event for the ladies for this season, was played at Meeniyan on Wednesday and Thursday. Ten of the 16 South Gippsland Clubs were represented with some new names in the mix. Wednesday in overcast, humid conditions saw the pairs from Loch and District, Fish Creek, Inverloch and Meeniyan proceed to the semi finals on Thursday after some great contests across the green. Thursday morning’s bowling conditions were frustrating with continuous drizzle experienced. Both semi finals were hard fought with the Fish Creek ladies winning through over Jenny and June from Loch and District and the Meeniyan ladies getting over Lois and Cynthia from Inverloch. The final, played in sunshine, between Lyn Bloch and Annie Maruzza (Meeniyan) and Linda Heywood and Bronwyn Williams (Fish Creek) was a good match enjoyed by the spectators with the game standing at 17 all going into the last end. Linda and Bronwyn were the winners scoring two shots to clinch the title. Many thanks to Meeniyan for their hospitality, to the spectators and to John and Carol for umpiring over the competition. Congratulations also to the Division 1 midweek pennant ladies from Leongatha who won the Strzelecki Regional final against the Drouin team on Tuesday at Tarwin.

Star team: Sean McWilliams, Charlie Wright (s) and Jim Noo- Close game: David Smith (s), Allan Thomas, One game winner: Cliff Pulling, nan won midweek bowls at Lang Tony Heppleston and Vern Elliott were run- Bill Williams (s), Bev Elliott and Lang. Absent: Wilma Brunsden. ners up at midweek bowls. Reg Excel shared the honours. Sean McWilliams, liams (s), Bev Elliott, 12 ends. Thank you to start for the rest of the South Thankfully there Helen for her deli- summer season. Gippsland Mid- Wilma Brunsden and Cliff Pulling and Reg Jim Noonan. Excell. were no casualties cious salad rolls and Come and join week Bowls ON Thursday, March 21, midweek bowls was played at Lang Lang with 31 bowlers. Winners were Charlie Wright (s),

Runners up were David Smith (s), Vern Elliott, Tony Heppleston and Allan Thomas. The one game winner was Bill Wil-

Inverloch IT was great to see that Harry Dunn, who penned this column for several years, back on deck after a health scare last week during the ‘Country Week’ tournament up at Bendigo. Next Friday, March 29, is the scheduled club dinner evening which will feature a two course meal supplemented by Jack’s Mailbag and the biggest spinning wheel that you’ve ever seen. Neil will be away on the night so Reg Varty will step into the breach and provide somebody for Jack to aim his anti-Collingwood jokes at. The membership draw was held last Friday, March 22, and it was good fortune for Bev Kurrle who was present when her membership number was randomly drawn and she took away the jackpot of $90. The wine went to Janis Parkes while Jack’s envelope went to Allan Johnstone. The next membership draw is scheduled for Fri-

The morning was perfect for bowling with a slight breeze, the afternoon however was very challenging with a high humidity for our final

day, April 6. With Country Week being held up at Bendigo and the threat of wet weather on Thursday, March 21, only 18 bowlers came out for the mufti social bowls in a two-bowl, triples event over two games, each of 12 ends. The weather cleared away and a fine day was welcomed but the easterly breeze made for very competitive bowling. Four teams had won one match and drawn the other while only one team won both of their matches. The ‘hard luck’ stories, with a win and a loss went to Brian Hensley (skip), Geoff Curwood and Allan Johnstone with 20 points. On 21 points was Carol Waters (skip), John Hill and Pat Smith (Wonthaggi) while on 22 points was the team of Graeme Robertson (Mt Waverley and skip), Jill Bateman and Judy Parker. The runners up, with a win and a loss and 24 points were, Keith Cousens (skip), Gavin Blew and Ron Snooks (Wonthaggi).

from the heat and everyone was happy to finish and have a cold beverage. Spirits were high and we had some very good scores.

plate salads also to Don in the bar for serving us our well earned drinks. Next week midweek will be held at Corinella 10am for a 10.30am

the happy group. For more information or to register please call Peter on 5678 5974. Everyone is welcome.

Top team: winners of the mufti social bowls at Inverloch on Thursday, March 21, were (from left) Malcolm Marshall (skip), Faye Smallman and Reg Varty. The winners of the triples event, with two wins and 34 points were Malcolm Marshall (skip), Reg Varty and Faye Smallman. Lucky draw winners were Reg Varty, Ron Snooks and Jill Bateman. The club’s annual “Bowl Over Cancer” day is to be held on Thursday,

April 11, from 12:30pm. There will be a trading table and items for sale on the table would be most welcomed. You are unable to attend the day; donations to this most worthy cause can be made at the club in advance. The club has been run-

ning this find raising event for many years and has raised many thousands of dollars during this time. All members and guests are invited to attend and support the club’s chosen charity, the Cancer Council of Victoria.

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Amazing result: Wonthaggi’s Ladies Pairs Champions are Dawn Jensen and twin sister Heather Blanch.

Good bowling: Todd Shannon from Berry Bowling Systems with Leongatha winners Graeme Drury, Bob Young and Alan Moxy.

Leongatha THE all ladies Division 1 team stole the show again by defeating a side from the Drouin Bowls Club in the West Gippsland Division at the Tarwin Lower Bowls Club. The winning margin overall was 41 shots and naturally the Leongatha girls were elated with their victory. The Leongatha side will now represent the Strzelecki Region against 11 other State Region winners in a play off at the Moama Bowls Club on May 7 to 9. The side will go with the best wishes from the club and hoping that the winning form continues. Unfortunately, the experienced skip, Jenny Miller will be unavailable for Moama and the selectors have to rearrange the teams, which is disappointing. The individual rink scores were as follows: S. Atkinson (Drouin) defeated Trish McCormack (Leongatha) 24 – 23; J. Aubrey (Drouin) lost to Jenny Miller (Leongatha) 13-31; M. Leighton (Drouin) lost to Rosa James (Leongatha) 12-35. At the same time as the ladies

were playing their game, the Leongatha Club was running the Berry’s Triples event which has become a feature event in the past. Final acceptances for the day’s play were 12 teams for the men’s competition and 12 teams for the ladies’ competition. Numbers were depleted because of other events being played on the same day. Despite the conflict of the scheduling of the events the organisers deserve praise for their contribution as the program was enjoyable and successful. Todd Shannon from Berry Bowling Systems was available to present the prize money and he presented an address related to green construction. The winning ladies team was Carol Thorn’s team from Inverloch with a score of three wins plus 10 shots up. The runner up was Jenny Roffey’s team from Foster with a score of three wins plus seven shots up. The winning men’s team was a Leongatha team skipped by Graeme Drury with a score of three wins plus 28 shots up. The men’s runner up team was

skipped by Rod Jackson with a score of three wins plus 10 shots up. On Wednesday, numbers were light on for Social Bowls with eight players presenting themselves for social bowls which enabled four teams of pairs to be played. Raeleigh Soderlund and Stan Holch were the winners on the day. Club members are reminded that the annual general meeting is just around the corner and nominations for the various admin positions are required before April 4. Please give the matter some thought and if you have a desire to become involved in the administration of the club, a nomination from you would be most welcome. Similarly, the South Gippsland Division and the Strzelecki Region is calling out for future administrators and if you are interested throw your hat in the ring. As a past member of the West Gippsland Division and the Strzelecki Region Boards, that is where you learn of the nuts and bolts of the whole bowls organisation. Don’t leave the responsibility of governance to a mere few.

Wonthaggi

Runners up: Todd Shannon from Berry Bowling Systems was pictured with the team of Mal Grant, Ken Williams and Rod Jackson.

Great effort: Todd Shannon from Berry’s Bowling Systems congratulated Inverloch’s Carol Thorn, Veronica Muir and Jill Bateman.

Parrots represented: five of the Leongatha Football Club U18 players have made the Gippsland Power U18 Squad for 2019. They are from, from left, Jake Van der Plight, Mitchell Bentvelzen, Zach Reid, Mason McGannon and Jack Hume.

Mirboo North Tigers put to the test ON Saturday, the Mirboo North Football Netball Club travelled to Gormandale for a practice match.

In the netball, the teams ran away with six wins in all six grades. U15 The new look team came out firing and gelled quickly. The girls were steady in the first quarter and increased defensive pressure in the second quarter. They took advantage of turnover opportunities and converted these to goals. The girls worked on some different combinations in the second half and came away with a convincing win 40-14. Great effort girls. U17 It was a great hit out for the first game together. There were lots of great passages of play, but also lots of things to work on at training. The girls came home with a convincing 40 to nine win. D Grade It was fantastic to see everything the team has been working on at training come into play on the court. Everyone worked beautifully together and adapted to our position changes. It was a strong 3730 win.

C Grade It was great to get out there and see all the netballers work so well together and adapt to the many position changes. Keep up the hard work and make sure you get along to Tuesday nights fitness as well as skills training. It was a solid 49-27

win. B Grade With lots of changes each quarter, the girls adapted well. There were lots of great passages of play, looking after the possession. Keep up the great work. They came away with a solid 59-38 win.

A Grade It was a great hit out against Gormandale in hot conditions. The Tigers ran the ball all day, putting into play everything we are working on at training. Keep working hard girls and great things are the come. They achieved a strong 63-40 win.

THE grass greens are now officially nonexistent as work is now being carried out to install the clubs synthetic turf. Recently twin sisters, Dawn Jensen and Heather Blanch won the Ladies Pairs Championship defeating Julie Kellow and Kathy Simpson. Bingo is still a popular social event so come along and join in the Wonthaggi Bowls Club games on a Friday at the Wonthaggi Workman’s Club. Ticket sales are 12pm and eyes down at 1pm. A reminder to mark on your calendar is the date for the annual general meeting, which is at the club rooms on Wednesday May 15 at 7pm.

Stunning morning for parkrun IT was a gorgeous morning in Inverloch for parkrun. A total 104 people ran, jogged and walked the course. Twenty were first timers and 11 recorded new personal bests. Representatives of six different clubs took part. There were some fabulous personal bests for some of the regulars; well done to Sue Best for her 88th parkrun, Agnes Falzon for her 15th parkrun and Mollie-Valentine Ransom for her 30th parkrun. Personal best were also achieved by Rhys Braumann, Gabrielle Dalgleish, Chris Roziel, Victoria Harris, Sarah Hogan, Isla Curtain, Terry Guilford and Maya Jamieson. Welcome to the Littler family, Stuart, Ruth, Meg

and Sarah, who joined us at Inverloch parkrun for the first time. The girls looked fab in their black 100 shirts and a great leap from Stuart at the finish line. The event was made possible by eight volunteers: Anne Gleeson, Julie Jacobs, Michelle Stewart, Linda Hams, Luke Ransom, Jeff Robertson, Karen Robertson and Libby Nuttall. Full results and a complete event history can be found on the Inverloch parkrun results page. The female record is held by Charlotte Wilson who recorded a time of 18:11 on October 29, 2016. The male record is held by Ed Beischer who recorded a time of 16:27 on June 10, 2017. The Age Grade course record is held by Lavinia Petrie who recorded 106.20 percent (22:03) on November 26, 2016.

South Gippsland Bridge Club RESULTS: Friday, March 22, at Inverloch:

Prime position: D Grade’s Connie Lia shoots for goal for Mirboo North against Gormandale.

subbing with a fine 58.82. Equal second were Faye Rowland and Pat West, and Dirk Jacobs Alan Johnston with 55.21. Two concurrent events andThese were all wonderful were played on the day. scores after three weeks of highly Event one: the Club Cham- competitive Bridge. pionship and cup was won by Tuesday, March 18, at Tarwin Richard Moss and Clive Hope Lower – pairs: with brilliant score of 75 percent. North/South Second with a fine 58.98 First with the excellent score were the evergreen team of Dina of 66.07 percent were Dina Drury Drury and Jack Kuiper with 58.98 and Richard Moss. percent. Second with a very commendThird with a very sound 57.14 able 58.75 were Anne and Bruce percent were Kaye Douglas and Gibson. John Sutton. Third with a hard won 54.29 Event two: the Club Plate was we percent were the ever the won by Hannah Martin and Mar- steady pair of Frank Arndt and garet Munroe with Moya Crowley Clive Hope.

East/West First with an excellent 67.50 percent were John Sutton and Alan Johnston. Second with 59.92 were Hannah Martin and Maureen Stiles and third with a very fine 56.67 were the always steady pair of Viv Westaway and Philip Chapman Monday, March 18 at Meeniyan –pairs. First with a lovely 59.52 percent were June Metcalf and Colin Cameron. Second with another good score of 58.93 percent were Neville Chapman and Dirk Jacobs. Third with 55.36 percent were Susan Ruffin and Clive Hope.

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SPORT | GOLF Foster ON Wednesday for the Royal Women’s Hospital 4BBB, the ladies had a good turn out with Mary Ellis and Di Berryman taking the honours for the day. Saturday didn’t look like it was going to go ahead with the weather closing in. As the weather cleared the men took to the course with Bruce Knee taking out A Grade and Danny Jenkins holding on for the win in B Grade. There were mixed results for the men’s pennant with Division 2 going down to Meeniyan and Division 4 taking the win against Wonthaggi. Tuesday, March 19: Stableford. Winner: P. Cambridge (12) 36, NTP: sixth P. Cambridge and 17th G. Watkins, DTL: S. Venna (36) 35 and K. Da Silveira (35) 34. Wednesday, March 20: Royal Women’s Hospital 4BBB –Val Gow Trophy. Winner: M. Ellis and D. Berryman, DTL: F. Curram and B. Curram, and T. Prue and M. Symmons, NTP: sixth R. Knee and 17th D. Berryman, Second shot: fourth H. Fulton, 13th D. Berryman and 15th C. Thompson. Friday, March 22: Chook Run. Winner: L. McKenzie 19c/b, NTP: 13th L. McKenzie, DTL: N. Lucas 19. Saturday, March 23: Stableford –Paul Spencer Trophy. A Grade: B. Knee (17) 39, B Grade: D. Jenkins (21) 36, DTL: T. Vanin (7) 38, A. Naylor (13) 37 and P. McKay (7) 36c/b, NTP: fourth T. Need, sixth A. Naylor, 13th T. Need, 15th T. Vanin and 17th S. Corrie, Nine hole: A. Naylor 20 points. Pennant Results: Round two: Division 2 –Meeniyan 6 defeated Foster 1. Round two: Division 4 –Foster 6 defeated Wonthaggi 1.

Leongatha IN perfect autumn conditions on Tuesday, March 19, Bob Smith amassed a very impressive 41 points to win the Overall and C Grade events. A Grade was taken out by John McNamara with 40 points and Ed Poole had a win in B Grade with 39 points. DTL balls were won by Les Newton, Ian Barlow, Chris Leaver, Winton Knop, Fred de Bondt, John McInnes, Peter Stivic, Neil Mackenzie, Charles Baldwin, David Forbes, Max Hyde, Trevor Steer, Ian Trease, Ted Bruinewoud, Trevor Seebeck, and Peter Hobson. Nearest the pins were Chris Leaver on the 14th hole and Peter Hobson on the 16th.

Woorayl ladies IT was a lovely day for golf on Wednesday but rather humid. Fifteen ladies arrived to play the second and final round of the Tony McLeod Memorial Stableford event. The sponsor for the day was The Rusty Windmill and thanks to Krisha and Michael Marchenko for their continued support. The winner of A Grade and the McLeod event was Heather Sulli-

The good weather continued into Thursday and Neale Gillin made the most of it to take the Overall and B Grade events with a great score of 42 points. Andrew Smith played very consistently to take the A Grade honours with 36 points and Garry Friend won C Grade with 40 points. Balls were won by Ian Trease, John Renwick, Jeff Brewer, Arthur Nilsson, Ray Burton, Fred de Bondt, Peter Hobson, Peter Brownlie, Ken Smirk, Peter Stivic, Frank Gill, Gordon Morrison, Joel Van De Beek, Peter Waters, Wendy-Anne Parker, Colin Bear, Hans Hoefler, Brian Wall, Hugh Goodman, Garry Rotteveel, and Peter Hartigan. Nearest the pins were Peter Stivic who was inside a metre on the 14th hole and Alan Sperling was closest on the 16th. Saturday saw Gary McGrath produce the best of the day of 40 points to win the Overall and C Grade events. Ryan Thomas was an impressive winner in a Grade with 39 points off his 11 handicap and John Feddersen took the B Grade honours with 39 points. Nearest the pins were Geoff Lewtas, who was inside a metre on the 14th and Oliver Stone who was also inside one metre on the 16th. Balls were awarded to Ian Watson, Geoff McDonald, Richard Walsh, Andy Horvath, John McInnes, Colin Bear, Peter Hobson, Peter Buttinger, Andrew Westaway, Andrew Smith, Andrew Henley, Russell Miller, Peter Hartigan, Davis Barrack, Bryan McCorkell, Malcolm Gin, George Hendry and Evan Jenkins.

Meeniyan TUESDAY, March 19: Winner: Daryle Gregg 36 points, Runner up: Col Stewart 35 points, Best nine: Ron Findlay 18 points, NTPs: eighth Daryle Gregg and 14th Bruce Betts. Thursday winner: Bruce Betts 35 points, Runner up: Phil Johnston 34 points, NTPs: second Daryle Gregg and 11th Bruce Betts. Saturday was the Ron Trease qualifying event with Brian Erving tearing the course apart with a 60 net. Runner up was Peter Wilson with another great score of 65 net next best were Kev Harris 69, Col Stewart 70, Brad Wright 71 and Brian Dewar 71. Pro pin on the 11th was Brian Dewar. NTPs on second were Peter Riddle and eighth Kev Harris. The members draw jackpots with Lloyd Hemphill absent. van with 36 points giving her a total of 67 points. B Grade winner was Fay Maynard with a fabulous 40 points. BDL went to Chris Perrett 34 points, Inge Giliam also with 34 points and Janet Thompson with 33 points. NTP on eighth was Sharyn Rayson, 11th Ann Poole and 17th Fay Maynard. Well done to all. Next week is the final round of the D. and J. O’Connor 4BBB Stableford.

thestar.com.au Also, there were two good pennant wins this week with the Division 2 team defeating Foster six to one and the Division 3 team winning four to three over Leongatha.

Mirboo North WEDNESDAY results: Competition: Monthly Medal. Date: March 23. Medal winner: Chris Gunn (19) 70, DTLs: Wendy Gervasi (13) 71. NTP: Fourth: Nicole Allen. 16th: Lorrae Hamilton. Nine holes winner: Sandy Taylor 11 points. Thursday results: Competition: sixth round Super Thursday (Stableford). Date: March 21. Day winner: Ray Matthews (9) 41, DTLs: Steve Beitz (18) 41, Warren Warner (30) 35 and Jeff Hughes (17) 35. NTPs: Second to the first: Garry Shandley. Fourth: Stewart Evans. 13th: Ray Matthews. 16th: Mark Hales. Top five leader board after six rounds of the Super Thursday: Ray Matthews ..................... 152 Stewart Evans...................... 152 Steve Beitz........................... 142 Doug Taylor ........................ 142 Mal Payne............................ 141

Saturday results: Competition: round one Japara Healthcare 4BBB Championships. Date: March 23. Top seven leader board from round one 4BBB Championships: Mirboo North Golf Club wishes to thank Japara Healthcare for sponsoring this two day event. Round two will be held next Saturday, March 30. 1. Dave and Ethan Woodall, 53 points 2. Mal Payne and Joe Kus, 45 points 3. Rod Jenkins and Charlie Le Page, 44 points 4. Joe Smeriglio and Sashi Nair, 44 points 5. Tom and Neil Whitelaw, 44 points 6. John and Paul Woodall, 44 points 7. Jim Kidd and Stan Evison, 43 points Second shot NTP first hole: Peter Draper. NTP: Fourth: Jeff Hughes. Sixth: John Woodall. 13th: Charlie Le Page. 16th: Mal Payne.

Woorayl SATURDAY, March 23, was the Stableford pairs’ aggregate qualifying round. It was a perfect day for golf with course in fantastic conditions credit to all involved. The day was sponsored by GR and T Plasterers, putting on a fantastic array of products which was appreciated by all.

The winners were Brian and Tyler Hogan 76 on a C/B from runners up Geoff McKinnon and Jason Redmond 76. BDL went to Danny Dwyer and Dale Burge, Brian Wilson and Gavin Price 74, Trent Walters and Jim Newton 71, and Greg Fennell and Ivor McLennan 70. NTP on eighth was Danny Dwyer and 17th Peter Burgess. Qualifiers were Brian and Tyler Hogan vs. Brian Wilson and Gavin Price, and Geoff McKinnon and Jason Redmond vs. Danny Dwyer and Dale Burge. Ball raffle went to Newton SYN. NAGA: Geoff Forrester and Tommy Ryan. Next week is the Monthly Medal sponsored by Hartley Wells Furniture. Good golfing.

South Gippsland Golf

PENNANT results: March 24:

Division 1 at Foster Golf Club: Lang Lang 4 defeated Phillip Island 3; Leongatha bye.

Ladder Phillip Is............1–7 (50.45%) Lang Lang ........1–4 (49.10%) Leongatha .........0–3 (50.00%)

Division 2 at Foster Golf Club: Meeniyan 6 defeated Foster 1; Woorayl 5 defeated Korumburra 2.

Ladder Meeniyan ..........2–10 Woorayl ............1–8 Korumburra ......1–7 Foster ................0–3

(53.95%) (53.42%) (53.94%) (37.86%)

Division 3 at Phillip island Golf Club: Lang Lang 5 defeated Woorayl 2; Meeniyan 4 defeated Leongatha 3.

Great results: from left, Fay Quilford was the Medal and A Grade winner, Ashleigh Hutton was the A Grade scratch winner and Noreen Williams was the C Grade winner. Leongatha ladies with Karen Murchie havTHE Monthly Medal, which was washed out earlier this month, was held this week and Fay Quilford was the best of the 37 competitors, with a net score of 71 playing off a handicap of 20 which won her the Monthly Medal and A Grade net. A Grade scratch winner was Ashleigh Hutton (5) 80 net. Jan Brownlie was B Grade winner (30) net 75 c/b and Noreen Williams won C Grade (34) net 77. DTL balls went to Marg Berry 73, Helen Mackenzie 75, Wendy Parker, Marg Griffiths 76, Colleen Touzel 77, Donald Conway, Julie Howard, Lianne Adamson 78, Marea Maher 79, and Coral Gray and Ann Gibson 80 c/b. Six women played the nine hole stableford event

ing a good score of 19 points off a handicap of 37, Trish Miller also had a nice score of 17 points off handicap 37 also. This week the raffle was provided by Glenyce McRobert. Saturday’s Stableford event was contested by 17 women. Wendy Parker won A Grade (15) 29 points, but the star of the day was Coral Gray (27) scoring 33 points. DTL balls went to Marianne Leaver 30 points, Ashleigh Hutton, Anne Larkin and Debbie Miller all on 29 points and Maryanne Gartner 27 points. NTP on the 16th went to Lynda Bassett.elen Mackenzie 75, Wendy Parker, Margar Griffiths 76H.

Ladder Lang Lang ........2–10 Leongatha .........1–7 Meeniyan ..........1–6 Woorayl ............0–5

(56.92%) (53.00%) (46.38%) (43.69%)

Division 4 at Phillip Island Golf Club: Foster 6 defeated Wonthaggi 1; Phillip Island 7 defeated Korumburra 0.

Ladder Foster ................2–11 Phillip Is............1–9 Wonthaggi ........1–6 Korumburra ......0–2

(52.95%) (54.65%) (50.45%) (41.19%)

Division 5 at Welshpool Golf Club: Welshpool 7 defeated Phillip Island 0; Leongatha 5 defeated Lang Lang 2.

Ladder Leongatha .........2–10 Welshpool.........1–9 Phillip Is............1–6 Lang Lang ........0–3

(56.25%) (56.54%) (43.46%) (41.78%)

Division 6 at Woorayl Golf Club: Aussie Golf 5 defeated Wonthaggi 2; Korumburra 4 defeated Wonthaggi 3.

Ladder Aussie Golf.......2–10 Woorayl ............1–9 Korumburra ......1–6 Wonthaggi ........0–3

(54.24%) (52.16%) (47.81%) (45.83%)

Woorayl winners: B Grade’s winner was Fay Maynard and the winner of A Grade and the Tony McLeod Memorial Stableford event was Heather Sullivan.

Back to back: South Gippsland Golf Inc’s Foursomes Champions were Taylah Robinson and Lesley Meadowcroft from Phillip Island. A Grade handicap Phillip Island win was won by the Meenichampionship yan pairing of Irene Holm

FRIDAY saw the South Gippsland Golf Inc Foursomes Championships being played at Wonthaggi with 28 pairs being entered. All the South Gippsland Clubs were well represented. Wonthaggi golf course was in great condition and with a fine day all players were able to show their skill and talent. No more than the pairing of Lesley Meadowcroft (9) and Taylah Robinson (9) who narrowly held on to win their “back to back” with a score of 85. It was a great achievement and congratulations were given to these girls.

(14) and Andrea Thorson (8 ) with 86 (11) 75 net. The Minor Champions were a pairing from Wonthaggi who are turning into a formidable team with Betty Bowmar (24) and Robyn Wilkinson (21) 96. They held off the pair from Welshpool Di Walker (20) and Jeanette Swan (28), whose score of 97 (24) 73 saw them win the B Grade handicap prize. BDL went to J. Trease and F. Le Page (Meeniyan) 76 , B. Curram and T. Prue (Foster) 77.5, C. Rickard and H. Grist (Korumburra ) 78, B. Warren and D. Williams (Foster) 79, and A. Poulton and A. Walker (Wonthaggi ) 79.

Outstanding: Julie Brannaghan won A Grade and the Monthly Medal at Korumburra and Virginia Wagner was the winner in B Grade, pictured with Dot West (centre), who sponsored the day’s event.

Korumburra ladies THERE was a good field, fine conditions and some great scores for the March Monthly Medal. The club extends its thanks to Dot West who provided the lovely trophies for the day. The club is very appreciative of all the support provided by individuals and businesses through the year. Julie Brannaghan had a terrific round of 92(23)69 to win A Grade and the Monthly Medal and also qualifies for the Silver Spoon play-off, after a three way countback with Virginia and Alison. Runner up in A Grade was Merrissa Cosson 89(16)73. Virginia Wagner continued in good form to win B Grade, 104(35)69 and Alison Grewcock was runner up after the c/b, 112(43)69. BDL went to Gail Beer and Shelley Snooks, who both had 72 net and Joan Peters, Barb Walker and Barb Twite, all with 73 net. Well done to Gail and Shelley, who are relatively new to the game and had terrific results. NTPs went to Lynette McIvor on the first, Virginia on the 10th and Barb Twite on the 13th. The day’s event was also the second qualifying round of the Match-play Championships, with the semi finals to be played by April 10. In A Grade, Merrissa Cosson will play Joan Peters and Julie Brannaghan will play Judy Webb. The B Grade play-off will see Sherrin Solly playing Betty Yann and Jenny Blackmore playing Kath Welsh.

Wonthaggi ladies W E D N E S D AY ’ S event was the annual clash of president Leonie Bentick’s team versus captain Maree Anderson’s team. The smile on Maree’s face said it all – the captain’s team won the day. Again, it was another calm, pleasant golf day which saw some great scores returned by the majority of the players. The best round on the day was played by Dawn Judkins with a great (27) 37 points to take out B Grade. Marg Ryan (21) was the best in A Grade with 36 points, a birdie two on the NTP second another dropped shot.

Thank you to Beryl Brown who baked the cakes for the raffle prizes. Next Wednesday, April 27, players are asked to arrive between 9am and 9.15am when partners will be drawn for the 4BBB event. There will be a golf clinic for pennant players after presentations. The Section 2 Pennant side won four to one against Welshpool at Woorayl, last Monday and this week the team plays Meeniyan at Meeniyan. Section 3 had a bye and hosted the clubs in that section at Korumburra. On Monday, April 25, Section 3 will play Foster at Leongatha. Good luck to all the members in both teams. The weather was delightful for Twilight golf on Thursday. Lyn and Allan Perks had a good score of 17 points to win the seven hole event. Karen and David Sorrell were runners up with 16 points on a c/b from Dearne and Terry Maskell. Viv Enbom and Steve Rose were the NTP winners on the first hole. Next Thursday, March 29, will be the final Twilight competition until November when daylight savings has resumed. Two teams travelled to Wonthaggi on Friday for the South Gippsland Golf Foursomes Championships and Heather Grist and Chris Rickard were thrilled to win a BDL. With some of the regular Saturday golfers away and others having played multiple games through the week, there were not enough players for a competition. C Grade was a fight between past president Chris Hamilton over current president Leonie, but Chris won the day on countback (33) 36 points from Leonie also 36 points. Other NTPs were fourth Jan Beaumont, eighth Leonie Bentick, 13th Anne Poulton and 17th Pam Russell. BDL Leonie Bentick 36, Robyn Wilkinson 35, Marg Johnson 35, Anne Walker 35, Judy Berry 34, Catherine Bolding 33 The lady members are saddened by the sudden passing of Lee Strosser who has been a long standing member whose presence will be sorely missed. Vale Lee Strosser.

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Lap-a-thon raises money for national swimmers SOUTH Gippsland Bass swimmers staged a highly successful lap-a-thon at SG Splash pool in Leongatha last Friday evening. With swimmers including Sophie McKenzie and Trinity O’Keefe achieving their goals to go to the National

Age Championships in Adelaide, the lap-a-thon was a fundraiser to help send them and head coach Dylan Muir and a parent along for the trip. To mix it up a bit some of the laps included with fins, partner swimming and even inflatable pool pony laps! The evening included dinner and was a great way for fellow swimmers to support the ambitions of some of their teammates.

Fun laps: Milla Laub of South Gippsland Excitement: receiving their national tops were, left, Sophie McKen- Bass helps with the lap-a-thon fundraiser for South Gippsland Bass. zie, and right, Trinity O’Keefe with head coach Dylan Muir.

Joatoba win athletics carnival LEONGATHA Secondary College held its house athletics carnival last Tuesday, March 19.

Way out in front, Joatoba came in first with 1468 points. Second place went to Mittyak with 1343

points, third was Mundara with 1283 points and in fourth place was Kindyerra with 1258 points. Leongatha Secondary College was thrilled with the number of participants on the day and congratulated those who took part – whether it was competing in an event

or cheering on teammates. The college also congratulated those who broke records on the day. The school champions and runners up with be announced at the first school assembly next term.

Teamwork: getting together last Friday were South Gippsland Bass swimmers for a fundraising lap-a-ton.

Cyclists try mountain bikes THE second Sunday of road cycling for the juniors produced another great morning plus some new riders.

Lots of seniors were away at Bright for racing but still had some seniors to ride with the juniors and give them some advice and support. The riders had two races – a six lap (4.8km) handicap and a three lap scratch race. For the new riders on mountain bikes this was a new challenge. For the first race Stephen Spencer advised the new riders on mountain bikes – Trent and Ryan Beggs – could keep up with him so the handicapper Steve Wilson went with that and put all three riders at a start of three minutes. However after the first lap the handicapper realised he had been conned as Stephen quickly dropped them and pedalled consistently for the finish. Chasing behind was Kate Geary on two minutes and Bastian Jefferies on one minute. Erica Deery was on scratch and had to chase down over a lap start for some riders. By bell lap the margins were shrinking but Stephen still had a small lead. Trent Beggs had dropped brother Ryan and was also pedalling well. Into the final straight on the industrial estate it was Stephen first round the last

bend but Bastian Jefferies was soon following and a sprint to the line followed. Bastian crossed the line a wheel ahead to take the win from Stephen in a time of 11.14 min. Kate Geary raced all the way to score third whilst Erica finished fourth and fastest in a time of 10.59min. That was the same time as Renee Hardacre for fastest time last week. Fifth went to Trent and Ryan was sixth. After a rest and some talk about the race the riders fronted up for a three lap scratch race – Trent and Ryan having a mountain bike event with the other 4 in the racing bike race. Trent showed the best pedalling to take the win from Ryan. In the other race Erica raced away at the start and opened a good lead which she held all the way to the finish to claim he first win on the road. Bastian Jefferies raced in for second whilst Kate collected another third and Stephen in fourth. Next weekend it is again at the industrial estate and the club is happy to have some more riders on mountain bikes. The following weekend on April 7 the riders will have a ride out the rail trail from Koonwarra to Meeniyan and back with a BYO barbecue after – all part of the John Sauvarin ride day. Cycling club members – keep the date free – Saturday, October 19, for a 60th anniversary dinner dance.

House colours: Noah Fixter, Jay Lindsay, Hannah McEwen, Elly Jones, Brianna Weaver, Hayden Kewming and Hugh Livingstone cheered on their teammates at Leongatha Secondary College’s house athletics carnival.

Nicely done: Kasey Thorson cleared the high jump Leongatha Secondary College’s house athletics carnival on March 19.

Winners are grinners: Mia Burt, Maddi Campbell and Sienna Cruickshank showcased their ribbons at Leongatha Secondary Col- Focused: Angus Ritchie competed in the lege’s house athletics carnival. They competed in the U15 girls’ U17 triple jump at Leongatha Secondary 200m sprint. College’s house athletics carnival.

Meeniyan ladies

Well done: Wonthaggi Golf Club’s A Grade winner was Marg Ryan, the C Grade winner was Chris Hamilton and B Grade was won by Dawn Judkins.

IN great weather conditions this week, golfers played Stroke and Putting (Medal Day) and the winner of the day and Medal was Sue Hoskin (23) with a lovely 69 net. Runner up with another great score was Susan Straw (25) 71 net. Best back nine was Irene Holm (15) 37.5. BDL went to Tanya Thorson (24) and Nancye Hammet (37) both 77 net. Thanks to sponsor for the day Graham Hoskin and to the male volunteers who were mowing the course. Next week, the second round of the Poletti knockout is to be played. Others are to play Stableford.

Achievement: Irene Holm was the best back nine winner, Sue Hoskin was the Medal winner and Susan Straw was the runner up at the Meeniyan Golf Club.

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g • Leongatha Athletics

Athletes compete in final meet LEONGATHA Little Athletics held its last competition meet for the 2018/2019 season on Saturday. Light showers didn’t dampen the enthusiasm or efforts of 107 athletes who achieved 171 personal best performances and two centre records were broken. Isabella Giliam broke the record in the U7 girls’ 60 metre hurdles in a time of 13.75 seconds. She had set the previous record of 13.94 seconds in February this year. Jack McNaughton broke the long standing record in the U11 boys’ triple jump with a jump of 9.12 metres. The previous record of 8.94 metres was set by Wesley Graeme in 2009. Presentation night will be held on Friday, April 5, at 7pm in the Leongatha Primary School PAC. All athletes, parents, carers and grandparents are welcome. U6G: Jordyn Browne 50m 13.82, 60m Hurdles 24.02, Arli Edwards 60m Hurdles 21.15, Pippa Le Serve 50m 11.35, 60m Hurdles 21.07, Arya O’Malley 60m Hurdles 16.93, Long Jump 2.29, Willa Santilli Rhoden 300m 1:46.61, 50m 13.46, 60m Hurdles 23.66, Vortex 6.53. U6B: Zane Dowel 60m Hurdles 29.18, Shot Put 2.65, Hugo Fennell 300m 1:17.05, 60m Hurdles 17.34, Kevin McRae 300m 1:30.69, Shot Put 3.21, Tyler Stevic 50m 12.35, 60m Hurdles 18.38, Shot Put 2.45, Joseph Watt 300m 1:13.48, 60m Hurdles 17.27, Long Jump 2.19. U7G: Mackenzie Evans 60m Hurdles 15.56, Vortex 12.03, Isabella Giliam 60m Hurdles

Get set: from left, the U9 girls took their marks in the 60m hurdles; Lacy Fennell, Florence Patterson, Harper McRae, Lacy McNaughton, Charlotte Evans and Imogen Cruickshank. 13.75. U7B: Arky Cameron 300m 1:20.75, Shot Put 4.24, Keagan Koedoot 50m 10.12, Archer McRae 60m Hurdles 20.70, Shot Put 3.73, Cameron Taylor 50m 10.76, Shot Put 3.90. U8G: Anika Edwards 50m 9.53, 60m Hurdles 14.46, Annabel Gammon 50m 9.46, Beau Glenn 50m 9.72, Samantha Heneghan 400m 3:07.02, Ruby McRae 50m 12.05, Lacey McRae Discus 5.21, Amy Stevic 50m 11.11, 60m Hurdles 16.98, Discus 5.06. U8B: Ambrose de Gooyer 400m 1:37.59, Zac Fowles 400m 1:29.48, 50m 9.39, 60m Hurdles 13.60, Lachie Grimes High Jump 0.96, Turbo Javelin 9.83, Raidyn Harrison 400m 1:31.16, 50m 9.58, Elijah Le Serve 400m 1:49.19, 50m 11.27, 60m Hurdles 16.41, Cooper Rogers 50m 11.32, James White 400m 1:51.02, 60m Hurdles 15.99, High Jump 0.80, Turbo Javelin 5.01. U9G: Imogen Cruickshank 400m 1:46.14, 60m Hurdles 14.44, Triple Jump 5.95, Charlotte Ev-

ans 400m 1:29.49, Discus 13.09, Triple Jump 5.55, Lacy McNaughton 60m Hurdles 14.29, Harper McRae Triple Jump 5.44, Florence Patterson 400m 1:56.36, Triple Jump 4.93. U9B: Quinn Brady 400m 1:39.18, Shot Put 4.56, Triple Jump 6.28, Frazer Livingstone 50m 9.57, Shot Put 4.76, Triple Jump 6.38, Jed Matheson Shot Put 6.03, Triple Jump 6.06. U10G: Ruth Bates Triple Jump 4.39, Anna Hutchinson Shot Put 4.00, Triple Jump 5.94, Georgia Hutchinson 400m 1:27.60, Amelia Le Serve 400m 1:43.12, 60m Hurdles 14.36, Triple Jump 5.99, Ava McRae Shot Put 3.57, Tallarah Murdoch 400m 1:37.55, 60m Hurdles 16.98, Lily Reid 60m Hurdles 15.60, Triple Jump 5.27, Abigail Van Rossen 400m 2:05.94, 60m Hurdles 17.37, Shot Put 4.74, Triple Jump 4.60, Evelyn Watt 60m Hurdles 15.64, Shot Put 3.78, Ella White 400m 1:31.06, Triple Jump 6.07, Clara Wilson 400m 1:40.87, Shot Put 4.13, Mia Yates Shot Put 5.54, Triple Jump 5.50.

U10B: Jacob Bolge 60m Hurdles 13.24, Jacoa Cameron 400m 1:19.32, Long Jump 3.49, Turbo Javelin 12.47, Patrick Frayne 50m 8.46, 60m Hurdles 13.25, Turbo Javelin 10.77, Tejamshu Gaddam 400m 1:14.14, Cohen Harrison Turbo Javelin 7.81. U11G: Ana Heneghan Triple Jump 6.55. U11B: James Barry Discus 14.56, Triple Jump 5.39, Zane Brady Discus 15.45, Indie Cameron 400m 1:25.53, Discus 18.72, Charlie Collier 50m 9.14, 60m Hurdles 13.17, Triple Jump 7.13, Max Fowles 60m Hurdles 12.87, Triple Jump 7.39, Billy Horskins 50m 8.48, Discus 19.51, Angus Livingstone 60m Hurdles 12.20, Discus 18.55, Jack McNaughton Discus 19.84, Triple Jump 9.12, Willis Patterson 60m Hurdles 13.87, Discus 17.59, Jasper Shone 400m 1:21.96, 50m 7.90, Discus 20.17, Daniel Taylor 50m 8.89, 60m Hurdles 13.33, Discus 23.48, Triple Jump 7.43, Patrick Wilson 60m Hurdles 12.99, Discus 15.51, Triple Jump 7.48.

• Wonthaggi Athletics

U12G: Cecily de Gooyer 400m 1:27.66, 70m 11.60, Shot Put 7.49, Kahlyn Van Rossen 400m 1:34.21. U12B: Isaac Bolge Discus 14.06, Triple Jump 6.86, Reuben Gammon Discus 16.40, Triple Jump 8.74, Connor O’Loughlin Discus 13.75, Triple Jump 6.86, Campbell Reid 70m 12.17, Triple Jump 6.66, Casper Rhoden 400m 1:31.83, Triple Jump 6.14. U13G: Paige Barry 50m 9.20, Mia Burt 400m 1:15.59, High Jump 1.38, Rose Hutchinson 400m 1:44.39, Discus 14.17, Emma Mark 400m 1:19.89, Eileen Tanaka-Morrison 50m 10.03, Discus 12.12. U14G: Harper McLennan 400m 1:14.44, 70m 11.04, Javelin 15.91. U14B: Xavier Bolge High Jump 1.45, Tyler Richards 400m 1:13.76. U15G:GeorgiaBurns400m1:09.49,70m10.57. U16G: Sarah Doolan 400m 1:15.82, 50m 8.28, 70m 11.28.

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Athletes celebrate season THIS year, the Wonthaggi Little Athletics Club held its annual presentation night at the track where the action usually takes place each Saturday; at the Dudley campus of Wonthaggi Secondary College. The evening began with a family picnic and was then followed by the presentation of the awards. Firstly, all athletes were presented with a certificate showing the personal bests they achieved throughout the year. Next up was the age group champions and runner ups. Congratulations to the following athletes who were dedicated throughout the season and thoroughly deserve these awards. U8 girls: champion Lucy Thompson and runner up Chelsie Rowe, U8 boys: champion Hayden Purton and runner up Jude Rigby, U9 girls: champion Lila Terlich and runner up Gemma Shumack, U9 boys: champion Aidan Smyth and runner up Jarvis McDonald, U10 girls: champion Olivia Holmes and runner up Zarah Duscher, U10 boys: champion Archie Moore and runner up Henry Dean, U11 girls: champion Hope Oats and runner up Camryn McKenzie, U11 boys: champion Jake Marotta and runner up Riley Rutland, U12 girls: champion Baia Pugh and runner up Lara Smyth, U12 boys: champion Archie Terlich and runner up Jai McDonald, U13 girls: champion Hannah Kelly and runner up Ella Smith, U13 boys: champion Beau Ransom and runner up Luke Sexton, U14 girls: champion Mollie Ransom and runner up Maya Fraser, U14 boys: champion Saher Biggs and runner up Kade Rigby, U15 girls: champion Alicia Smith and runner up Abigail McCulloch, U15 boys: champion Jacob Timmermans and runner up Miles Wrigley. Tyler Butcher, Vu Montgomery and Baia Pugh each received an outstanding Athletics Achievement Award for their excellent results at the recent Victorian Little Athletics Championships. The Junior Champions were Zarah Duscher and Aidan

Congratulations: Wonthaggi Little Athletics Club was blown away by this year’s age group champions and runners up. Smyth. It was the second year that Aidan took out this award. The Senior Club Champions were Mollie Ransom and Jake Marotta. All four Champions were proud and excited to accept these awards. The Mason Wilson Award is presented by the late Mason Wilson’s grandparents Reg and Phyllis Wilson. It is an award presented to one athlete each year who has displayed all the characteristics of a good sportsperson, who respects their fellow athletes and the officials and is supportive of all athletes and a positive role model. This award is to keep the memory of Mason Wilson alive. This year the award was presented to Mollie Ransom who was honoured and proud to accept it. Ella Smith was awarded a certificate for ‘seven years service’ whilst Nicola Slade and Jacob Timmermans had each notched up 10 years with the club. They were presented with a ‘10 years service award’

and ran a ‘lap of honour’ surrounded by all the younger athletes to finish off their time with Wonthaggi Little Athletics Club. Committee member Suzette Timmermans was given the President’s Award for all she has done for the club over the past few years, whilst the following people received a Certificate of Appreciation for the extra help and support that they give to the club; Millie and Bronwyn Shaw, Paul McKenzie, Ray Slade, Beth Montgomery, Matt Pugh, Miranda Davidson, Chris Terlich, Wayne Butcher and Michelle Adams. Finally, the club farewelled six committee members: Rachel, Michelle, Janelle, Jenna, Suzette and Chris. The club appreciated the work you have done to make the club great. Clearly the club needs new committee members so please contact it on the Facebook page or come along to the annual general meeting, which will be held at the Wonthaggi Workman’s Club on Tuesday, April 9, at 6pm.

Mary MacKillop athletics day a success STUDENTS across all year levels actively participated in Mary MacKillop College athletics day events, eager to gain points for their team and claim the 2019 house championship. However, it was house MacDonald (green) that took a clear win with 1747 points. Team Tenison (red) placed second with 1301 points, Camerson (blue) just 16 point behind on 1285 and Chisholm (yellow) on 1033 point at the end of the day. Female champions for Mary MacKillop 2019 athletics day were: Lucy Paterson in 12-13 age group, Ada Hill U14s, Georgia Burns U15, Jamillah Enbom U16s, Alicia Marshman U17s and Simone Dekker in the 18-20 year age group. Male champions for Mary MacKillop 2019 athletics day were: Rem Dal Pozzo in the 12-13 age group, Caleb Garlick in U14s, Harrison Garlick U15s, Ryan Giliam U16s, Cade James U17s and Mikey House in the 18-20 year age group.

Sports day: Year 8 student Andrea Binnichen from Mary MacKillop College participated in the discus throw event Tuesday, March 19.

Good numbers: from left, Year 11 students Cade James and Lachie Barkell were two of many students to partake in the athletics day for Mary MacKillop College recently which saw excellent numbers in participation this year.

Haul: South Coast Athletics member Robert Robinson won four medals at the Victorian Masters Athletics Championships over the weekend.

Representatives bring home medals THE Victorian Masters Athletics Championships were held at Doncaster on March 23 and 24. Two South Coast Athletics members competed, with Robert Robinson competing in the 70-74 age group and Sarah Lewis in the 30-34 age group. It was a great weekend of competition with hot weather, humidity and strong winds providing an extra challenge to the athletes. Robert’s competition didn’t get off to a great start. Unfortunately, he was disqualified from the race walk; however he bounced back to win four medals and break four club records across the weekend. Robert won the bronze medal in the 60m sprint in a time of 13.30 seconds (club record), silver in the shot put with 7.47m (club record), another silver medal in the discus with a throw of 18.77m (club record) and won a bronze medal in the javelin with 21.11m (club record). Sarah won the silver medal in the 200m in 28.80 seconds before winning the gold medal in the 800m in 2:25.43 to defend her title from last year. The athletes will now prepare for the National Championships to be held in Melbourne in late April.

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Section One: Premiers Inverloch Kroams, back from left, Section Two: Premiers Berrys Creek, from left, Leonie DegJustin Krohn, Connor Krohn, Sam Wilson, front from left, nan, Rohan Trease, Jane Harrison, Cor Koedoot, Ray Picker- Section Three: Premiers Korumburra, from left, Patrick ing, and Cassy Hutchison. Michelle Krohn, Bronwyn Williams, Ange Williams. Biro, James Sage, Rhys Brusamarello and Abbey McColl.

Allambee, Mirboo and District Tennis Premiers ALL grand finals were played in Leongatha and thanks to the club for preparing the courts and surrounds for this day. Results

Section 1: Kroams 7.58 d Korumburra 1.38. Kroams was the winner all season, only losing one round. Korumburra men won the one and two men’s set but alas the only one. Sets were well

contested with two tiebreakers both Kroams way. The last set wasn’t played. Section 2: Berrys Creek 6.55 d Outtrim 3.51. Good sets again with Berrys Creek the winner. Outtrim did well and kept the match within reach. Berrys Creek won the first two mixed and a nine game lead. Outtrim won the last set so it was

only a four game loss. Section 3: Korumburra 8.57 d Leongatha 0.17. Korumburra was the winner. Leongatha did well and played the final at its best with good hitting but the Korumburra team had all the answers. Good to see lots of supporters for the two teams. A very successful season for all clubs. Young players in some teams.

All have gained experience for the seasons ahead. Presentation night followed at the San Remo Hotel with tables set up for the evening. Finger food was served during the evening. Trophies for tournaments played during the season were presented to the winners. Premiers for the three sections each presented with awards. Most games won the Brownlow

of tennis. Section 1: Michelle Krohn and Ron Walker. Section 2: Susan Clark and Sean Fraser. Section 3: Abbey McColl and Travis Christal. Well done to these players, all having played every week except Ron Walker who missed one game. Winter recess now and look forward to the next season.

C Grade runners up: Zoe Couper, Rauri Couper, Flynn Carrigy, Emma Carey, Madeline Carey and Zack Jones from B Grade winners: Fish Creek won the grand final with the A Grade winners: Fish Creek’s Will Sands Morris, AmBaromi Yellow played extremely well on Saturday. team of Phoebe Tracy, Olivia Vuillermin, Isabella Callcott ber Zuidema, Oliver Callcott, Ryan Lavarda and Courtney Zuidema took home a premiership win. and Tom Vuillermin.

Fish Creek secure A Grade premiership

THE Mirboo North and District Junior Tennis Association grand final was held on Saturday, March 23, at Mirboo North. It was a cold and foggy morning but everyone played with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship. Congratulations to all players. A big thank you goes to all parents, friends and family who cheered the players on.

Thank you to all who umpired and chased tennis balls. Results: A Grade: Fish Creek 5 sets 33 games defeated Leongatha Deminour 1 set 17 games. B Grade: Fish Creek 5 sets 31 games defeated Baromi 1 set 18 games. B Grade runners up: the Baromi team came in second on C Grade: Leongatha Wozni- C Grade winners: Leongatha Wozniacki’s Georgie Saturday. The team included Matthew Fraser, Danny Buisacki 6 sets 28 games defeated Dunn, Hannah Thomas, Jesse Pearce, Brandon Clifford and sink, Nikita Giardina and Eliana Carrigy. Ciaran Toomey won the premiership. Baromi Yellow 2 sets 16 games.

Netballers play in grand final teasers THE first round of Friday night’s semi final matches of the Eastern Zone Premier Netball Competition gave the crowd plenty to smile about as teams fought it out for a place in the grand final.

So close!: Koonwarra/LRSL’s Jordan Pickersgill fell an agonisingly one run short of a B Grade half century against Wonthaggi Club on Sunday. See all the cricket semi final results on pages 53 to 55.

In the Open Division, Mid Gippsland Netball Association maintained its dominance on the competition, sending a resounding message in their match against Sale Netball Association. Unfortunately, it wasn’t all good news with star mid court Georgia Hutchinson being carried from the court midway through the second quarter after landing awkwardly. All thoughts are with the talented player as she prepares to undergo an MRI on Tuesday. The highly respected player has only been back on court for a year after undergoing a reconstruction to her other knee; she was swamped by players from both teams after the match offering her well wishes and support. It was an easy win for Mid Gippsland 71-29. The two U17 matches saw Gippsland League getting better each

time they step out on court. Simply put the team is unbeatable who is a strong favourite to take out the premiership and continue the Gippsland League tradition. It took on Sale Netball Association who had no answers for their highly fancied opponents. Gippsland League secured its place in the grand final after a 50-24 win. Bairnsdale Netball Association was made to work for the win against North Gippsland Football Netball League in the other In the other U17 semi final, it was a slow start in the first half by North Gippsland that was its undoing as Bairnsdale capitalised on each opportunity. Whilst North outscored its opponents in the second half it was too little too late, Bairnsdale coming out on top 58-44. All divisions will play their grand final this Friday night at Latrobe Leisure Churchill. In the U15 division, Sale Association Black will fight it out against Gippsland League Red, this will be a battle of the coaches as both have experienced success for many years during this competition. Gippsland League coach Jo Ballinger and Sale coach Staci Scott are both involved in the Netball Victoria Coach Pathway and have an enor-

mous amount of experience; they will both be looking to draw the best out of their players. The U17 will be between the undefeated Gippsland League

and Bairnsdale Netball Association and the Open sees the replay of round 1 Mid Gippsland playing Churchill/Traralgon. U15 and U17 matches will

Midweek ladies’ tennis AFTER a round of washouts on March 12, it was good to be back to tennis on March 19. Ladders after round six: Section 1 Inverloch Diamonds............ 27 Bena .................................... 22 Leongatha ........................... 20 Wonthaggi Chooks .............. 16 Inverloch Sapphires ............ 15 Inverloch Rubies ................... 8

Section 2 Bena .................................... 25 Phillip Island ....................... 23 Korumburra......................... 22 Foster .................................. 14 Nyora .................................... 6

start at 7pm and the Open will start at 8.30pm. All spectators will go in to the draw to win 4 tickets to a Melbourne Vixens match.

Leongatha Small Bore Rifle Club

2019: 50m Prone Pennant - Section A. Round five: Leongatha 588.032 defeated by Frankston A 593.031. Leongatha shooters and scores (top three to count): Kenneth Hart .............. 198.015 John Hart .................... 195.009 Christopher Sargant ... 195.008 Daniel Croatto ............ 194.009

Ladder

Section 3

Leongatha ........................... 16 Shepparton .......................... 16 Frankston ............................ 16 MCC A .................................. 4 Mosman Neutral Bay ............ 4 Geelong ................................. 4

Wonthaggi Owls ................. 27 Inverloch Blue .................... 23 Inverloch White .................. 16 Grantville ............................ 13 Phillip Island ....................... 11

The club shoots Friday nights at 8pm at the rifle club on the Leongatha Recreation Reserve. Any inquiries, please call R. Spratt 5664 2358.

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Race ready: regular competitors in the San Remo Channel Challenge, both of Inverloch Georgia KayeHelmot and Kara Landells lined up at the start of the race last Saturday.

Winners: centre back winner of the 2019 San Remo Channel Challenge was Melbourne triathlete Marcel Walkington with front second placed overall and first placed female Tamsyn Moana-Velae, Melbourne with second and placed senior male Nathan Buschtzuehl third placed senior male James Folvig, Mount Martha.

Line honours: Marcel Walkington, 25 of Melbourne won the 2019 San Remo Channel Challenge on Saturday.

400 compete in challenging race SOME 400 competitors took to the water for the 2019 San Remo Channel Challenge last Saturday at 3.15pm and hundreds of spectators lined the shore.

Swim starts: competitors take the plunge into the water for the first leg of the 2019 San Remo Channel Challenge last Saturday.

Locals compete: South Gippsland Bass Swim Club members from left front Jordi Vanderkolk, 13 of Newhaven, first local junior girl in the channel challenge and first local boy Luke Muir,14 of Inverloch with Jarrod Muir, Inverloch, Eric Zubcic, Jack Edgar and Riley Harris, Inverloch all competed in the 2019 San Remo Channel Challenge on Saturday.

Organisers commented that it was great to see so many competitors turn up for the second running of the event after the February 9 event had to be cancelled due to dangerous weather conditions, the first time the event had to be cancelled in 34 years. The swim started in San Remo on the mainland and crossed the Westernport Channel to Newhaven on Phillip Island. After the competitors completed the swim leg they ran barefoot into the grassy transition area and after donning their running shoes they started the run back to San Remo. The event is a part of the Bass Coast Series series. The run back up over the picturesque Phillip Island bridge to the township of San Remo spread the runners out, and made for a spectacular sprint to the finish line in the main street where the large crowds urged the participants on. Last Saturday wasn’t all smooth sailing as the race had to be started before the tide stopped running and many swimmers said it was a tough 550 metre swim across the channel to Newhaven with many being swept towards the bridge. But the sun shone and the event

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was well run by the Woolamai Beach Surf Life Saving Club that made sure it had plenty of rescue lifesavers to make sure all competitors made it safely across the channel. Melbourne triathlete Marcel Walkington,25, blitzed the 550metre swim and two kilometre run aquathon event with a time of 11:25:6, well ahead of second placed overall and first placed female Tamsyn MoanaVelae, Melbourne 13:16:1 and third placed overall and first junior male Tristan Price, 13:20:8. Nathan Buschtzuehl with a time of 13:47:4 was the second senior male across the line with James Folvig, Mount Martha,14:06:6 third. Coming in second for the senior females was Emma Armstrong 14:26:5 and third was San Remo’s Chloe Butt who was also the first local female across the line with a time of 14:35:6. First local male across the line was Walter Hiatt 14:18:3 with Mark Rowe, Wonthaggi second, 14:20:6 and Hayden Bruce third, 14:32:5 Luke Muir was the first junior male across the line with a time of 15:08:8 and second was Max Stafford, 15:19:2 and first junior female was Jordi Vaderkolk, 17:25:6, first veteran male was Rob Fleisner 14:37:8 and first veteran female was Virginia Baxter, 20:04:6. Federal Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent attended and presented the Michael Gordon Memorial Trophy to the winner Marcel Walkington.

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OMK and MDU on to grand final Division 1 OUTTRIM Moyarra Kongwak and Wonthaggi Club battled it out for final victory during their semi-final game on Saturday and Sunday at Leongatha Secondary College.

OMK were feeling confident after winning the toss and heading out to bat first. Joel Cuman started the innings with 23 runs before being caught by Bailey Harvey off Jarvis Harvey. Soon after Brad Hayes was up to bat, making a stunning 104 runs to drive up the team’s score, not out. The second highest runs for the day with 27 were made by Danny Elford before being bowled by Jarvis Harvey. Wonthaggi’s Gavin Bolding claimed 2/35 along with Jarvis Harvey who took 2/46. Shaun Tessari and William Speed both took a wicket each. Wonthaggi Club started off the innings stronger with Stewart Beaumont making 35 runs before being trapped LBW by Hayden James. Craig Harvey made the top runs for the side with 52 before being caught by Michael Whiteside off

Danny Elford’s ball. Following Harvey, it was a slow game for the team who couldn’t quite match Outtrim’s pace. Danny Elford impressed with 3/22 along with Michael Whiteside who took 2/13. Hayden James also helped with 2/31. The game concluded for Wonthaggi Club on 169, giving the final position to OMK who had a clear win with 7/222. Phillip Island suffered defeat by Meeniyan Dumbalk United as it contended for a place in the two day match on Saturday and Sunday. Held at the Cowes Recreation Reserve, MDU won the toss and was first to bat. MDU had its work cut out for them with Phillip Island fighting hard for the win. Damian Howard made the most runs with 50 before being run out while Phillip Island ramped up the competition with Matthew Parsons and Andrew Tolley taking 4/44 and 4/43 respectively. One other wicket was made by Mark Forrest. However, when Phillip Island stepped up to bat, MDU wouldn’t let it pass. Captain Andrew Finlayson made the most runs with 26 before being caught by Sam Bright off Tyrone Zukovskis. With 24 runs, Liam Keating made the second

highest runs for the day. Sam Riley showed determination with an astounding 5/22 while Tyrone Zukovskis and Jason Riley helped with 2/26 and 2/37 respectively. Phillip Island finished on 95 while Meeniyan Dumbalk United celebrated their winning 138.

OMK v WON CLUB 1st innings OMK J. Cuman c. B. Harvey b. J. Harvey .................... 23 L. Jones c. C. Harvey b. W. Speed ...................... 0 B. Hayes n.o. .................... 104 S. Matthews lbw. b. S. Tessari .................... 10 M. Rowe r.o.......................... 4 D. Elford b. J. Harvey ........ 27 P. Jobling c. J. Harvey b. G. Bolding .................... 2 D. Jeffries stp. I. Barnes b. G. Bolding .................. 12 H. James n.o. ........................ 4 Extras ................................ 36 Total .......................7/222 (cc) Bowling: B. Feast 0/46, W. Speed 1/11, N. Dobbie 0/24, J. Harvey 2/46, K. Dudley 0/11, S. Tessari 1/28, G. Bolding 2/35. 1st innings Won Club S. Beaumont lbw. b. H. James ..................... 35 W. Speed c. J. Myors b. D. Elford ...................... 2 I. Barnes lbw. b. D. Jeffries ................... 31 C. Harvey c. M. Whiteside b. D. Elford .................... 52 B. Harvey r.o. ....................... 5 G. Bolding r.o....................... 0 B. Feast c&b. M. Whiteside ......... 15 S. Tessari b. D. Elford .......... 5 N. Dobbie c. J. Cuman b. H. James ....................... 1 J. Harvey b. M. Whiteside.... 4 K. Dudley n.o. ...................... 0 Extras ................................ 19 Total ................................. 169 Bowling: M. Whiteside

2/13, J. Cuman 0/10, D. Elford 3/22, M. Kyle 0/12, P. Jobling 0/39, D. Jeffries 1/32, H. James 2/31. PHILLIP ISLAND def by MDU 1st innings MDU P. Vine b. M. Forrest .......... 10 D. Howard r.o..................... 50 T. Zukovskis c. M. Wright b. M. Parsons.................. 11 P. Allen c. M. Cleary b. M. Parsons.................... 3 W. Cocksedge b. A. Tolley .. 13 S. Bright c. K. Taylor b. A. Tolley ....................... 8 J. Bright c. P. Cleary b. M. Parsons.................... 8 D. Thomas c. A. Finlayson b. M. Parsons.................... 0 J. Riley b. A. Tolley............ 10 M. Munday n.o................... 10 S. Riley b. A. Tolley ............. 6 Extras .................................. 9 Total ................................. 138 Bowling: P. Cleary 0/10, M. Forrest 1/18, A. Thomas 0/18, A. Tolley, 4/44, M. Parsons 4/43. 1st innings Phillip Island S. McIntyre r.o. .................... 8 K. Taylor lbw. b. S. Riley ... 13 L. Keating c. D. Thomas b. J. Riley ....................... 24 M. Parsons c. T. Zukovskis b. S. Riley......................... 1 A. Tolley c. S. Bright b. T. Zukovskis ............... 26 A. Finlayson c. J. Riley b. S. Bright ....................... 3 M. Cleary c. J. Riley b. T. Zukovskis ................. 0 M. Wright n.o. ...................... 6 P. Cleary c. P. Vine b. S. Riley......................... 0 M. Christopher lbw. b. J. Riley ......................... 1 A. Thomas b. S. Riley .......... 3 Extras ................................ 10 Total ................................... 95 Bowling: J. Riley 2/37, T. Zukovskis 2/26, P. Vine 0/3, S. Riley 5/22.

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Ribbons galore: proud of their placings are these St Laurence’s Grade Five girls, from left, Lotte, Gemma, Lara L, Ana, and Lara C.

Combined athletics day SAINT Laurence’s Leongatha, Chairo Christian College and St Joseph’s Korumburra held its combined athletics sports at Mary MacKillop College oval last Thursday.

In humid conditions students competed in high jump, shot put, discus, long jump, hurdles, sprints and long distance races the 800 and 1500 metres.

Winding up: getting ready to launch her discus is Talitha, Grade Five student at St Joseph’s Korumburra. Helping her out is volunteer Cate Minchin. Right, Solid finish: Cassidy, Grade 4 at St Joseph’s KorumFinish line: hopping over the hurdles was burra, was quick to Raf, Grade Six student at Chairo Christian get to the line first in her sprint event. College.

KOONWARRA L/ RSL Gold defeated Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak at the two day innings held over Saturday and Sunday. Held at Koonwarra recreation reserve, Koonwarra was on its home turf and feeling confident, winning the toss and batting first. Brad Anderson was first out to bat making 68, the second highest runs for the day, before being trapped LBW by Tom Bye. The most runs went to Nigel Grimes with 82 before going for one six too many off Mark Blackburn. OMK tried to stop them with George Lomagno taking 2/27, Tom Bye making 2/46 and Paul Green with 2/68. OMK had good intentions but couldn’t match Koonwarra. George Lomagno was OMK’s highest scorer with 25, before being caught by Jake Rockall off Cambell Riseley. Following Lomagno it was a steady decline for the team which finished on a score of 82. Callum Buckland cleaned up the tail with 3/1 off only 11 balls and Shane Paterson did well with 2/19.

In the end, Koonwarra L/RSL dominated with a significant 8/229 and will go on to play in the grand final this weekend. Wonthaggi Club took home the win in spectacular display over Glen Alvie during the weekend at Wonthaggi Secondary College. Wonthaggi Club won the toss and was first up to bat. A great start was made with Sean Roche making the highest runs with 92, before being caught off Michael Milnes’ ball. Second highest runs were made by Blake Cornelis with 85 before Michael Grieve caught him off Tom Otton. Otton also took 2/34 and Michael Milnes 2/52 for the day. Captain David Hynes opened batting for Glen Alvie but was quickly caught after 7 runs. The team’s luck took a turn for the worse from there. Darcy Hale achieved the most amount of runs of 35 but otherwise the side had fallen flat. Sean Roche once again proved his worth with 6/37. Other wickets were claimed by Sam Liddle who took 2/23 and Kevin McLean with 2/28.

The game concluded with Glen Alvie on 98 and Wonthaggi Club clear winners with 7/312. WON CLUB d GLEN ALVIE 1st innings Won Club S. Roche c. b. M. Milnes.... 92 J. Dempsey c. b. D. Hale .... 14 M. Cadwallender b. J. Newsome ................ 11 B. Cornelis c. M. Grieve b. T. Otton ...................... 85 K. McLean b. M. Milnes.... 16 J. Licis b. G. Hynes ............ 44 A. Quilty c. M. Milnes b. T. Otton ........................ 5 S. Liddle n.o. ...................... 10 Extras ................................ 34 Total .......................7/312 (cc) Bowling: T. Otton 2/34, L. McRae 0/39, D. Hale 0/26, J. Newsome 1/37, M. Milnes 2/52, D. Tiziani 0/44, G. Hynes 1/28, J. Standish 0/33, A. Newsome 0/12. 1st innings Glen Alvie D. Hynes c. J. Dempsey b. S. Roche ....................... 7 J. Newsome b. K. McLean ... 7 J. Standish b. S. Liddle......... 4 D. Hale c. J. Dempsey b. S. Roche ..................... 35 D. Tiziani lbw. b. K. McLean ................... 1 T. Otton c. M. Chisholm b. K. McLean ................. 12 L. McRae c. b. S. Liddle ...... 9 M. Milnes lbw. b. S. Roche .. 4 M. Grieve b. S. Roche.......... 0 A. Newsome c. b. S. Roche ....................... 1 G. Hynes n.o. ....................... 0 Extras ................................ 18 Total ................................... 98 Bowling: K. McLean 2/28, S. Roche 6/37, S. Liddle 2/23. KOON L/RSL GOLD d OMK 1st innings

Koon L/RSL Gold B. Anderson lbw. b. T. Bye ......................... 68 B. Bishop c. G. Lomagno b. P. Green ........................ 9 J. Rockall c. G. Lomagno b. P. Green ........................ 9 S. Moore lbw. b. D. Wylie.... 5 N. Grimes b. M. Blackburn ............. 82 P. Buckley c. M. Gow b. G. Lomagno ................. 0 C. Buckland c&b. T. Bye ..... 9 I. Smith n.o......................... 18 D. Clark lbw. b. G. Lomagno ................. 6 S. Paterson n.o...................... 1 Extras ................................ 22 Total .......................8/229 (cc) Bowling: P. Green 2/68, D. Wylie 1/53, T. Bye 2/46, G. Lomagno 2/27, M. Blackburn 1/28. 1st innings OMK P. Miller lbw. b. J. Geary .... 16 T. Bye c. C. Riseley b. S. paterson .................... 8 G. Lomagno c. J. Rockall b. C. Riseley ................... 25 D. Wylie lbw. b. S. Paterson.................... 2 C. Walker c. N. Grimes b. J. Rockall...................... 1 M. Gow c. S. Moore b. P. Buckley .................... 5 S. Brown stp. B. Anderson b. C. Buckland................ 10 M. Blackburn r.o. ................. 1 G. Furness b. C. Buckland ... 0 P. Green c. J. Rockall b. C. Buckland.................. 0 D. Wylie n.o. ........................ 0 Extras ................................ 14 Total ................................... 82 Bowling: J. Geary 1/25, S. Paterson 2/19, J. Rockall 1/15, C. Riseley 1/8, P. Buckley 1/11, C. Buckland 3/1.

Goannas compete in Echuca THE Gippsland Goannas Over-60 cricket team competed in the annual Echuca Carnival this week.

This tournament, in its sixth year, attracted 20 teams split into three divisions. The eight Division 1 teams were split into two groups of four, and each team played the other three in their pool. After three rounds each pool was ranked one to four and a final was held on day four, Thursday, March 21. The Goannas were in Division 1 and played the Geelong 1 team on Sunday at the Bamawm ground. Losing the toss, the Goannas batted first and reached a respectable total of 170, for six wickets from their 40 overs. Fred Debono, Colin Carmody and Ken Bailey all retired on reaching 25 runs, while Peter Anton, 18, was the best of the rest. In reply Geelong passed the score with just three balls remaining, with Ray Smith and Murray Moore both taking two wickets. Game two on Monday was played at Tongala and also saw the Goannas lose the toss and bat first against the combined Yarra Valley and Research clubs. The Goannas started well, then lost 4 wickets with the score on 18, and struggled to 8 for 115 from 40 overs. Murray Moore was the only retiree with 25, Ian Gibson was 24 not out and Anton made 20. YVR passed the score easily, only losing two wickets. Game 3, played at Gunbower, saw the Goannas at last win the toss, and bowl first against the combined Vic Country and Benalla team. Gordon Cowling had 2 for 9 from his 6 overs as the VCB team made 137, for 5 wickets. The Goannas batsmen hit their straps, with Ray Smith, Bailey, Carmody, Moore and Anton all retiring, and the Goannas reaching 0 for 138 with 6 overs remaining. Unfortunately the win did not lift the Goannas percentage high enough, and they were ranked fourth in their pool, which made the playoff game a relegation battle. This game was played against the team from Northern Tasmania, the Twilighters, at the home of the Cooma Cricket Club, about 12 km south of Kyabram. Winning the toss, the Goannas decided to bowl first again, and the bowlers were able to restrict the score early, with Tasmania just 58 runs from the first 20 overs. They managed to reach 5/153 from the 40 overs, with Moore again picking up two wickets. This time Smith, Bailey, Moore and Anton all retired as the Goannas reached the target, for the loss of one wicket, in the 35th over. Saved from relegation, the Goannas will look to perform well again at this carnival in 2020. The grounds the tournament was played on were all

in excellent condition, the pitches were really good, the club involvement was magnificent and the whole tournament was well conducted and ran smoothly, which is a huge credit to Goulburn Murray Cricket, and Veterans Cricket Victoria. The weather was also perfect. Best performances from the Goannas were Peter Anton 90 runs, Murray Moore, 81, Ray Smith 79 and Ken Bailey 77, while Kelvin Bond bowled 24 overs for the week for the magnificent figures of 3 for 45. Moore took four wickets, Smith and Cowling three each while Ian Gibson captained the side well and had two catches and two stumpings as wicket keeper. The one unfortunate event was that Goannas captain, Kevin Lanigan, was unable to compete during the week due to an injury, but he did enjoy doing the scoring. Ian Southall strained a thigh muscle and was somewhat inhibited by this injury. Tony Hawkins attended and umpired at square leg for the three pool games, which was much appreciated by the Goannas. Phill Higgins played his first game for the season, after returning from a back operation and recruit Chris Tudor enjoyed his participation with the Goannas. Thus ends the Goannas’ eighth year of veterans’ cricket. Well done to all.

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Island, Club set for final clash AN impressive innings earned Phillip Island a spot in the grand final over the weekend.

Coming up against OMK in Outtrim, Phillip Island was off to a flying start when it won the toss. Electing to bat first, the opening partnership of Connor Epifano and Russell Cleeland combined well to put 54 and 44 runs respectively on the scoreboard. Epifano was caught by Adam Busana off Nick Auddino and Dylan McMeekin caught Cleeland off Bradley Nation. The OMK bowlers

stepped up its game and gave the middle order a bit of run, but Blake Insall finished the innings off nicely with 42 not out. Nation and McMeekin shared the bowling glory, taking 2/51 and 2/42 respectively. Phillip Island left OMK to chase 7/277. Kris Kerr opened for OMK and started strong with 32 runs before he was dismissed by Clint Wilson. However, this turned out to be the top score. The second highest contribution was from Noel Creed with 23 runs. Phillip Island bowlers Henry Shawcross and Zach

Fine technique: Russell Cleeland got the Island off to a steady start in its B1 semi-final against OMK at Outtrim.

Brown weren’t going to let OMK have it, claiming 3/33 and 3/39 respectively. After 63.4 overs, OMK was all out for 150. Joining Phillip Island in the grand final clash will be Wonthaggi Club. Club took on Koonwarra/LRSL in the semi final at McMahon Reserve in Wonthaggi. The home side went in to bat first after winning the toss. Opening batsman Mitchell Davey led the charge with a top score of 50. Davey’s wicket was claimed by James Rushton. Later in the innings, Rob Geyer contributed 49 not out. Rushton took the bowling honours for Koonwarra/ LRSL, taking 3/43. Jordan Pickersgill attacked Club’s middle order. Club was set to defend 214. Koonwarra/LRSL opening batsmen Matt Wilson and Josh Moore started well for the Cougars, adding 31 and 35 runs respectively to the scoreboard. Pickersgill continued his form and top scored with 49 runs. Club bowler Lochlan McLean was responsible for his dismissal. However, Club’s star bowler was Joel Brann, who removed four of Koonwarra/LRSL’s wickets. Club had won it with Koonwarra/LRSL sent home all out for 167.

OMK d PHILLIP ISLAND 1st innings Phillip Island C. Epifano c. A. Busana b. N. Auddino ................. 54 R. Cleeland c. D. McMeekin

Fast paced: Wonthaggi Club’s Drew Herbert winds up for another delivery.

b. B. Nation .................... 44 J. Black c. P. Harper b. J. Lamers .................... 13 J. Blackwell c. N. Auddino b. A. Busana ................... 19 H. Shawcross b. D. McMeekin ............. 36 C. Wilson c. P. Harper b. D. McMeekin ............. 10 D. McCausland c. R. Dixon b. B. Nation .................... 31 B. Insall n.o. ....................... 42 G. Odgers n.o. .................... 15 Extras ................................ 13 Total .......................7/277 (cc) Bowling: J. Lamers 1/35, R. Dixon 0/13, J. Greenwood 0/46, B. Nation 2/51, N. Auddino 1/60, A. Busana 1/27, D. McMeekin 2/42. 1st innings OMK K. Kerr b. C. Wilson .......... 32 A. Rose c. C. Wilson b. H. Shawcross................ 5 D. McMeekin c. C. Epifano b. G. Odgers ................... 12 J. Lamers c&b. Z. Brown ... 14 N. Creed lbw. b. H. Shawcross.............. 23 P. Harper b. H. Shawcross.. 19 A. Busana c. G. Odgers b. C. Wilson...................... 1 J. Greenwood r.o. ................. 2 B. Nation hit wckt. b. Z. Brown .................... 14 N. Auddino c. J. Black b. Z. Brown ...................... 4 R. Dixon n.o. ...................... 14 Extras ................................ 10 Total ................................. 150 Bowling: B. Christopher 0/23, J. Blackwell 0/6, H. Shawcross 3/33, G. Odgers 1/17, C. Wilson 2/23, Z. Brown 3/39. WON CLUB d KOONWARRA L/RSL 1st innings Won Club M. Davey c. M. Wilson b. J. Rushton................... 50 B. Osborne c. M. Wilson b. J. Rushton..................... 2 L. McLean b. J. Rushton ...... 2 E. Dempsey c. N. Arnup b. J. Pickersgill ............... 33 D. Herbert c. K. Thorne b. J. Pickersgill ................. 5 J. Brann c. M. Wilson b. J. Pickersgill ............... 26 R. Geyer n.o. ...................... 49 B. Evans c&b. M. Cooke ... 18 H. Dobbie b. N. Arnup ....... 16 F. West c. B. Tomada b. M. Cooke...................... 0 M. Sharp lbw. b. M. Cooke .. 2 Extras ................................ 11 Total ................................. 214 Bowling: J. Moore 1/29, J. Rushton 3/43, M. Wilson 3/50, K. Thorne 0/34, N. Arnup 1/26, J. Pickersgill 2/29. 1st innings Koon L/RSL M. Wilson c. J. Brann b. L. McLean .................. 31 J. Moore c. B. Osborne b. J. Brann ...................... 35 B. Tomada c. B. Osborne b. M. Sharp....................... 0 M. Cooke c. J. Brann b. M. Sharp....................... 0 J. Rushton c. J. Brann b. D. Herbert .................. 19 N. Arnup c. L. McLean b. J. Brann ...................... 10 J. Pickersgill c. B. Osborne b. L. McLean .................. 49 K. Thorne b. J. Brann ........... 2

A. Hunt lbw. b. F. West ........ 1 M. Scrimshaw c. H. West b. J. Brann ........................ 8 A. Drury n.o. ........................ 5 Extras .................................. 7 Total ................................. 167 Bowling: J. Brann 4/40, D. Herbert 1/45, M. Sharp 2/30, L. McLean 2/22, F. West 1/27.

Back bender: putting in the hard yards with the ball was Dean Wiley of OMK, sending one down in the B1 semi-final against Phillip Island.

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Inverloch too tough for Foster DESPITE a valiant 97 run effort from Foster’s Jake Pilkington, Inverloch earned its ticket into the grand final showdown.

Foster and Inverloch battled it out in the semi final at the Tarwin Recreation Reserve over the weekend. Inverloch won the toss and went in to bat first, setting its winning streak in motion. Fourth bat Jason Dennerley was the star of the show, making 75 not out. Fifty five runs were contributed by Joshua Williams. For Foster, Nathan Clarke was the top bowler, taking 3/67. The other two wickets were taken by Shaun Chaseling. Playing out the full 70 overs, Inverloch set the target at 5/248. Foster’s opening partnership stumbled but in entered Pilkington. Pilkington was robbed of triple figures when he was caught by Elijah Cousins off Shaun Hayes. Chaseling was the only other batsman to make an impact on the scoreboard, making 31 runs. Inverloch bowler Clayton Fisher caused the most headaches for Foster, as he claimed 5/41. Hayes and Dean Cashin took two wickets each. Ultimately, Inverloch was the stronger team and Foster was all out for 158.

Inverloch will go head to head with Kilcunda Bass in the grand final. Kilcunda Bass faced Glen Alvie in the semi final and ran away with a convincing win. Playing at the Glen Alvie Recreation Reserve, Glen Alvie won the toss and chose to bat first. After a slow start, third bat Jy Hull made 23 runs before he was bowled by Daniel Blackney. This turned out to be the top score. Vijai Gopal was the only other batsman to reach double digits and made 20 runs. Bowling honours were shared between Rohan Duff, Ryley Duff and Blackney, who took three wickets each. Glen Alvie had a big ask ahead, having to defend 57. Opening batsman for Kilcunda Bass Ray Gardiner led the charge in Glen Alvie’s demise. Gardiner made 37 not out. Kadison Duff contributed 33 runs. For Glen Alvie, Wayne Luke gave it his all and took five of Kilcunda Bass’ wickets. It was all over for Glen Alvie with Kilcunda Bass making 125. GLEN ALVIE def by KILCUNDA BASS 1st innings Glen Alvie P. Roberts c. A. McBride b. R. Duff ......................... 4 S. Watson c. R. Gardiner b. R. Duff ......................... 1 J. Hull b. D. Blackney ........ 23 W. Luke lbw. b. R. Duff ....... 0 J. Tiziani c. R. Gardiner b. R. Duff ......................... 0 J. Burke c. R. Duff

b. R. Duff ......................... 0 S. Lowe c. K. Duff b. R. Duff ......................... 2 V. Gopal c. R. Duff b. D. Blackney................ 20 J. Thomas c. R. Gardiner b. D. Blackney.................. 2 B. McRae n.o. ...................... 2 J. Hamilton c. D. Blackney b. C. Peckett ..................... 0 Extras .................................. 3 Total ................................... 57 Bowling: R. Duff 3/19, R. Duff 3/14, H. Berry 0/7, C. Peckett 1/9, D. Blackney 3/8. 1st innings Kilcunda Bass R. Gardiner n.o................... 37 A. McBride b. J. Hull ........... 0 J. Bastwrous c. V. Gopal b. W. Luke ...................... 11 S. Tapscott lbw. b. W. Luke.. 4 D. Clay c. B. McRae b. W. Luke ...................... 10 K. Duff c. J. Thomas b. P. Roberts ................... 33 D. Blackney c. b. J. Hamilton ................. 15 R. Duff stp. S. Lowe b. B. McRae ..................... 4 C. Peckett n.o. ...................... 1 R. Duff lbw. b. W. Luke ....... 0 H. Berry b. W. Luke ............. 0 Extras ................................ 10 Total ................................. 125 Bowling: J. Thomas 0/15, J. Hull 1/14, J. Hamilton 1/26, B. McRae 1/10, J. Burke 0/11, V. Gopal 1/17, W. Luke 5/21, P. Roberts 1/4. 2nd innings Glen Alvie S. Lowe ret. hurt................. 38 W. Luke c&b. R. Duff .......... 1 V. Gopal c. D. Blackney b. R. Duff ......................... 1 J. Thomas c. R. Gardiner b. D. Blackney................ 20 J. Hull c. R. Gardiner b. B. Blackney .................. 4 J. Burke b. D. Blackney ....... 0 P. Roberts c. A. McBride b. C. Peckett ................... 25 J. Tiziani b. C. Peckett ......... 6 S. Watson n.o........................ 6 B. McRae n.o. .................... 10 Extras .................................. 6 Total .....................7/117 (dec) Bowling: R. Duff 1/18, R. Duff 1/25, C. Peckett 2/40, D. Blackney 3/30. 2nd innings Kilcunda Bass

R. Gardiner c. S. Lowe b. J. Thomas ..................... 0 A. McBride c. J. Hull b. J. Thomas ..................... 0 J. Bastwrous n.o. .................. 6 S. Tapscott c. J. Hull b. J. Thomas ..................... 2 C. Peckett n.o. ...................... 4 Extras .................................. 5 Total ................................ 3/17 Bowling: J. Thomas 3/2, W. Luke 0/3, B. McRae 0/1, J. Hamilton 0/0, V. Gopal 0/2, J. Burke 0/4, P. Roberts 0/0. INVERLOCH d FOSTER 1st innings Inverloch W. Stewart c. B. Busuttil b. S. Chaseling ............... 21 C. Fisher c. B. Busuttil b. N. Clarke .................... 38 J. Williams c. B. Busuttil b. N. Clarke .................... 55 J. Dennerley n.o. ................ 75 W. Williams c. J. Pilkington b. S. Chaseling ................. 6 D. Cashin c. D. Clearihan-Jervies b. N. Clarke .................... 18 E. Cousins n.o. ..................... 6 Extras ................................ 29 Total .......................5/246 (cc) Bowling: P. Jervies 0/51, D. Clearihan-Jervies 0/22, S. Chaseling 2/70, N. Clarke 3/67, S. Roffey 0/29. 1st innings Foster B. Busuttil b. C. Fisher......... 6 N. Clarke b. C. Fisher .......... 1 J. Pilkington c. E. Cousins b. S. Hayes ..................... 97 T. Garvey c. E. Cousins b. C. Fisher ....................... 0 W. Davy c. B. Phillips b. C. Fisher ....................... 1 J. Smith b. C. Fisher ............. 2 S. Chaseling c. J. Williams b. D. Cashin.................... 31 D. Clearihan-Jervies b. D. Cashin...................... 9 S. Roffey b. S. Hayes ........... 0 A. Starret n.o. ....................... 5 P. Jervies c. B. Phillips b. E. Cousins .................... 0 Extras .................................. 6 Total ................................. 158 Bowling: J. Jackson 0/19, C. Fisher 5/41, J. Strickland 0/25, D. Cashin 2/44, J. Williams 0/10, S. Hayes 2/16, E. Cousins 1/0.

Students show support at Korumburra sports PARTICIPATION was high at this year’s athletics day for Korumburra Secondary College held on the college grounds last Thursday.

Principal Vaya Dauphin said it was fabulous to see students cheering on other students throughout the day. “Our new Year 7 students were amazing participants – committing to a large number of events. We saw friendly rivalry among students who play team sports

Colourful support: middle front, Niamh Foster, second row from left, Joel Greaves, Chelsea Sullivan, back left, Simone Hussey and Tahlia Gray, Year 12 students from Korumburra Secondary College, were showing their house support with costumes in their team colours last Thursday.

outside of school, and we saw a number of sporting stars in the making,” Mrs Dauphin said. Sports coordinator, Angela Croatto said “the new novelty event ‘The Foster Fong Fro’ was a big hit, as was the teacher vs. house captain relay. “Our champion of champion race saw Jordan Grabahm of Year 12 win the boys event and Year 7 student Sienna Lane win the Girls event in a photo finish.” House McDonald celebrated a win with 740 points, Howitt coming in second with 604, Strzelecki third on 550.0 and Whitelaw on 425.5. Age champions were awarded to: Bianca Monson and Tarkyn Walker for 12-13 age group; Kasey Sage and Braith Minchin U14s; Kodie Walker and Laura Bevis who tied with Tameah Beddegenoodts in U15s, Erin Trewin and Jay Walker took out U16s, Maddie Smith and Jarvis Brown U17s; and Maddie Smith and Jordan Grabham in the 18-20 year old age group.

New heights: Year 10 student Damien Hall placed second overall in his high jump event at the Korumburra Secondary College house athletics sports last Thursday.

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A Grade Divisions 1 - March 23-24 OUTTRIM MOYARRA KONGWAK 340 DEF INVERLOCH 109 WONTHAGGI WORKMEN 247 DEF NERRENA 125

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Workers, Diggers to fight for title WONTHAGGI Club and Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak will fight out for top honours in the grand final of A1 cricket this weekend. Workers had a big win over Nerrena while OMK smashed Inverloch. OMK was sent in to bat in its semi-final clash against Inverloch at the Korumburra Recreation Reserve. Its innings started badly however with both Wyatt for one and Lamers for five back in the sheds bowled by Lewis Rankin and it was the Diggers 2/7. But

it was a captain’s knock by Daniel Mock which would see them home. Ryan Williams and Daniel Mock set out to score some serious runs with a partnership of 107 before Williams fell for a well made 47. Mock would continue on and forge several solid partnerships on his way to a brilliant unbeaten 178 not out including 22 fours and one 6. Partnerships with Jesse Van Rooye who made 26 and Jake Serong 26 were bettered by another with Peter Dell of 93 with Dell falling for 41. The Diggers would post a score of 340 from its 90 overs. Tom McQualter finished with the best fig-

ures for the Stingrays taking 4/80 with Dave Newman 2/28. In reply Inverloch was bowled out twice for 109 and 108 handing OMK a remarkable innings win. In the other semi-final Nerrena won the toss and sent Wonthaggi Club in to bat on Butch West turf wicket. Alex Geyer fell cheaply for eight but other opener S Huitema made 24. The highest score was by Ryan G Thomas of 69 which was an aggressive one containing seven 4’s and four 6’s. Later on the tail stood up with several bats shining; including Koby Brann 32, Daniel Turton 27 and Mark McCall 37. Won-

thaggi ended its innings with 247. Nerrena shared the wickets around with Josh and Zack Trease, Hoy, and Wightman all taking two each. Nerrena didn’t start its chase well with Baldi, Giliam and Wightman all out cheaply with the Red Caps 3/21. Paul Matheson stayed around for 28 and Damien Symmons top scored with 37 and Ben Rodgers 20 but there was no partnership of substance to get even close to the total; Nerrena all out for 125 in the 55th over. Alex Geyer took 3/22 from 10 overs while James Sherrin claimed 3/24 from 12.5 overs. Koby Brann

did some great glovework too taking three catches and inflicting one stumping.

OMK d INVERLOCH 1st innings OMK T. Wyatt b. L. Rankin ........... 1 E. Lamers b. L. Rankin ........ 6 D. Mock n.o. .................... 178 R. Williams c. W. Taberner b. T. McQualter .............. 48 J. Van Rooye c. B. Debono b. L. Anderson ................ 26 J. Serong c. T. McQualter b. D. Newman ................ 26 T. Keily lbw. b. T. McQualter ................ 0 J. Cochrane lbw. b. T. McQualter ................ 0 J. Paterson c. W. Taberner b. D. Newman .................. 1 P. Dell b. T. McQualter ...... 41 N. Cant n.o. .......................... 1 Extras ................................ 12 Total ................................. 340 Bowling: L. Rankin 2/70, K. Rotthier 0/109, W. Rankin

0/15, T. McQualter 4/80, D. Newman 2/28, D. Clark 0/8, C. Honeyman 0/1, L. Anderson 1/21. 1st innings Inverloch D. Newman c&b. T. Keily... 14 B. Debono c. J. Serong b. T. Keily....................... 14 C. Honeyman c. J. Van Rooye b. J. Cochrane................. 36 T. McQualter c. J. Serong b. T. Keily....................... 13 W. Taberner b. P. Dell .......... 5 K. Rotthier lbw. b. P. Dell .... 1 D. Clark b. R. Williams ...... 13 W. Rankin b. P. Dell ............. 0 A. Mujtaba b. P. Dell............ 6 L. Rankin n.o........................ 0 L. Anderson lbw. b. R. Williams .................. 0 Extras .................................. 8 Total ................................. 109 Bowling: T. Keily 3/34, P. Dell 4/20, R. Williams 2/21, J. Cochrane 1/33. WON CLUB d NERRENA

1st innings Won Club A. Geyer c. T. Wightman b. Z. Trease....................... 8 S. Huitema c&b. Z. Trease.. 24 R. Lovett lbw. b. T. Wightman ................ 9 R. Thomas c. J. Trease b. J. Hoy ......................... 69 M. Thomas c&b. T. Wightman ............ 5 R. Birkett b. J. Trease ........... 0 K. Brann stp. C. Salmon b. D. Symmons............... 32 J. Sheerin c. C. Calmon b. J. Hoy ......................... 13 D. Turton c. B. Rodgers b. A. Trotto ..................... 27 M. McCall c. B. Rodgers b. J. Trease...................... 37 Z. Macdermid n.o................. 6 Extras ................................ 17 Total ................................. 247 Bowling: J. Trease 2/52, A. Trotto 1/23, J. Hoy 2/49, D. Symmons 1/33, Z. Trease 2/22, T. Wightman 2/54. 1st innings Nerrena

D. Baldi lbw. b. R. Thomas .. 0 L. Giliam c. K. Brann b. R. Birkett .................... 10 P. Matheson c. K. Brann b. A. Geyer ..................... 28 T. Wightman c. K. Brann b. R. Thomas .................... 0 D. Symmons c. A. Geyer b. J. Sheerin .................... 37 B. Rodgers r.o. ................... 20 C. Salmon c. R. Lovett b. A. Geyer ....................... 5 Z. Trease c. Z. Macdermid b. A. Geyer ....................... 6 J. Hoy stp. K. Brann b. J. Sheerin .................... 15 A. Trotto c. D. Turton b. J. Sheerin ...................... 0 J. Trease c. Z. Macdermid b. A. Geyer ....................... 0 Extras .................................. 4 Total ................................. 125 Bowling: R. Thomas 2/21, R. Birkett 1/21, Z. Macdermid 0/18, M. McCall 0/17, A. Geyer 3/22, J. Sheerin 3/24.

• LDCA A Grade Division Two

Sauvarin smashes Imperials to victory The Imperials opener was near flawless with 15 fours in his big knock staying in for the entire 90 overs. His biggest partnership was with Luke Rogers of 146; Rogers ending with 73. Mark Lafferty finished 16 not out and Jack Ginnane made 15. Imperials had won the toss and batted against Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL on the Leongatha turf, ending with 6/326 from its allotted overs. Ben Perry claimed 3/82 for Koony while Jason Kennedy took 3/89. The Cougars batted on Sunday but finished well short, being bowled out

Solid: Tim Sauvarin drives down the ground in style on his way to 154 not out for Imperials.

Honing in: Chelsea Moscript sends one down for Koony in its semi-final clash with Imperials.

for 175 from 68.1 overs. The openers started well with 53 before the first wicket fell, Ben Davison for 41 follwed by Braydan Moscript for 27 Jamie Casson hit 17 with the highest score of the Cougars’ innings being Sam Hughes knock of 47 before the Ginnane brothers combined to take his wicket. At 5/147 Koony’s innings fell away with 5/28 falling to end the innings on 175. Jack Ginnane had a huge day and claimed six wickets in all, at regular intervals throughout the innings. Imperials will face Leongatha Town in the final after the Scorpions had a resounding win over MDU at Scorpion Park. Winning the toss and batting MDU was all out for just 75 runs. Joel Sinclair’s 14 was MDU’s top score. Lahiru Jayakody took 4/22 and Sahan Perera claimed 3/16 from just six overs. Town started slowly with openers Matt Davies making eight and Perera 17. Amila Ratnaike and Madura Madusanka forged a solid 97 run partnership before Ratnaike fell for 59. During this partnership the winning runs were scored. Madusanka went on to make 108 not out in Town’s 7/242 from 53 before the match was ended. Matt Olden claimed 2/13 for MDU while Cooper Cary claimed 2/38. IMPERIALS d KOONWARRA L/RSL 1st innings Imperials T. Sauvarin n.o. ................ 154 R. McLennan c. J. Hughes b. B. Perry ........................ 2 T. Williams b. J. Kennedy .. 15 D. Ginnane b. B. Perry ....... 13 J. Ginnane b. J. Kennedy ... 15 R. Higgins lbw. b. B. Perry .. 5 L. Rogers c. B. Perry b. J. Kennedy.................. 73 M. Lafferty n.o. .................. 16 Extras ................................ 33 Total .......................6/326 (cc) Bowling: T. Elliott 0/54, B. Perry 3/82, B. Davison 0/9,

J. Kennedy 3/89, C. McPhee 0/2, B. Moscript 0/26, C. Moscript 0/40. 1st innings Koon L/RSL B. Moscript lbw. b. L. Wright .................... 27 B. Davison b. T. Williams b. J. Ginnane .................. 41 J. Casson c. L. Rogers b. S. Hamill .................... 17 S. Hughes c. D. Ginnane b. J. Ginnane .................. 47 B. Perry b. J. Ginnane .......... 6 J. Hughes c. T. Williams b. L. Rogers ...................... 9 J. Kennedy c. R. Higgins b. J. Ginnane .................... 8 C. McPhee c. T. Williams b. J. Ginnane .................... 4 B. Manicaro c&b. L. Rogers ................. 0 T. Elliott b. J. Ginnane ......... 2 C. Moscript n.o. ................... 6 Extras .................................. 8 Total ................................. 175 Bowling: S. Hamill 1/30, L. Wright 1/42, Z. Price 0/26, J. Ginnane 6/40, G. Sauvarin 0/19, L. Rogers 2/13. TOWN d MDU 1st innings MDU G. Murphy c. M. Madusanka b. J. Lloyd ........................ 8 T. Sinclair c. D. Burge b. J. Lloyd ........................ 4 M. Olden c. D. Hume b. L. Jayakody .................. 2 J. Sinclair stp. C. Burge b. S. Perera ..................... 14 D. Mathews c. A. Ratnaike b. L. Jayakody .................. 7 C. Hoober c. D. Burge b. L. Jayakody .................. 6 B. Thorson b. A. Ratnaike .... 3 M. Martin c. M. Davies b. S. Perera ....................... 5 M. Cantwell b. S. Perera ...... 0 K. Sinclair b. L. Jayakody.... 4 C. Cary n.o. ........................ 12 Extras .................................. 10 Total..................................... 75 Bowling: L. Jayakody 4/22, J. Lloyd 2/23, A. Ratnaike 1/5, S. Perera 3/16. 1st innings Town M. Davies c. M. Olden b. C. Cary ......................... 8 S. Perera c. M. Olden b. C. Cary ....................... 17 A. Ratnaike c. G. Murphy b. K. Sinclair .................. 59 M. Madusanka n.o............ 106 L. Jayakody stp. T. Sinclair b. G. Murphy .................. 10 J. Lloyd c. T. Sinclair b. B. Thorson.................. 12 D. Hume lbw. b. M. Olden ... 4 D. Burge c. b. M. Olden ....... 4 P. Jayasinghe n.o. ................. 2 Extras ................................ 20 Total .............................. 7/242 Bowling: C. Cary 2/38, B. Thorson 1/57, D. Mathews 0/33, M. Cantwell 0/23, K. Sinclair 1/47, G. Murphy 1/28, M. Olden 2/13.

Big 100: Tim Sauvarin, right, was the hero for the Imps making 154 not out. He comes off the ground after making his ton on day one. On the left is Luke Rogers who made 73.

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AN outstanding knock of 154 not out by Tim Sauvarin has propelled Imperials into the grand final of A2 cricket.

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500 games up for Moore SHANE Moore brought up his 500th LDCA game on the weekend and the captain of C2 side Koonwarra/Leongatha RSL Gold was delighted to be able to see his charges through to the grand final.

For his 500th game personally it wasn’t spectacular, he made five before being trapped LBW. Maybe he’s waiting to do his best work in this weekend’s big one. Since the Christmas break though Moore has stood up with three big knocks of 50, 64 and 47, all not out so maybe there’s something big just around the corner! But when you have veterans like Brad Anderson opening with 69 and Nigel Grimes down the order making 82 from 75 balls, the confidence of Moore to see his charges get the job done was bigger than the individual; he’s a team player after all. Moore is a life member of the club, everyone who chalks up 300 games or more is automatically inducted. He will captain his side in this weekend’s grand final against Club at Outtrim.

Familiar territory: Shane Moore likes what he sees as his Koony C2 team brings up 8/229 on Saturday before bowling Outtrim out on Sunday for 82. The Cougars Gold team is now in the grand final this weekend.

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